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Despite the way the Internet connects us with vast quantities of music, 43% of all albums sold in the U.S. last year were vinyl LPS. Why is this? Why is it that, today, the disc record is the only physical audio format with increasing sales?

A panel of industry and audio experts explores the 130- year history of the disc record and explains why – despite frequent predictions of its demise- the format’s popularity continues to grow. Intertwined with their presentations are demonstrations of period phonographs and recordings that reflect the changing musical tastes and technology since the disc first appeared in the 1890s.

Panelists
Richard Martin – Co-owner, Producer, Engineer, Researcher/Writer, Archeophone, Records
Nick Bergh – Sound Restoration Expert and Found, Endpoint Audio Labs, Inc.
Patrick Feaster – Sound Media Historian: Lead Researcher, First Sounds Initiative

Moderator
Yuri Shimoda – Supervisor of Preservation Services, Warner Bros. Discovery

Presented by the UCSB Library as part of the Early Recordings Initiative (ERI). The ERI is focused on the acquisition, conservation, maintenance, digitization, and study of the earliest and rarest early sound recordings. These records are primarily brown way cylinders but also include other early formats.

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Though originally taken for scientific purposes, the images of California native plants in a new exhibit at the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden’s Gallery were photographed using a specialized technique that created dramatic portraits against a black background. “Depth of Field: Botanical Photography Through the Low-key Lens” features images taken over a period of fifty years by eight photographers using the “low-key” technique to document species in the field.

“Depth of Field” is on view in the Garden’s Pritzlaff Conservation Center Gallery daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through December 9, 2023, and is free with Garden admission. Reservations to visit the Garden are required and can be made by visiting www.sbbotanicgarden.org/visit/hours-reservations.

Advance reservations for Garden admission are required for non-members and recommended for Garden members. Each reservation ensures entry and includes parking for one vehicle. Carpooling is advised. Garden hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with the last reservation at 4 p.m. Reservations are available by specific date and time at www.sbbotanicgarden.org/visit/hours-reservations.

Learn how neighbors organized Firewise Communities to reduce risk from future wildfires and make our hillside communities stonger and safer for everyone.
Enjoy refreshments and a speial Free screening of The Perfect Storm, CAPS Media's documentary of heroic Ventura residents helping each other in the wake of the devasting 2017 Thomas Fire.

Dani has been developing her own brand of soulful rock while selling out some of LA’s most iconic venues, including The Viper Room, Molly Malone’s and The Mint. Dani Hagan is just getting started. Her versatility as an artist is never predictable and always intriguing. She has a long career ahead and is paving her own unique path, transcending genres and always delivering with complete authenticity.

Santa Barbara Dentist to Brighten the Holidays with Food and Toy Drive
Santa Barbara dentist, Dr. Michael Carley, is once again stepping up to make a
difference. This time, it's all about spreading joy and warmth during the holiday season
with the Food and Toy Drive.
Individuals are encouraged to bring any non-perishable food or unwrapped toys. Dr.
Carley will reward you with a $100 dental gift certificate towards ANY of their dental
services.
Food and Toy Drive Drop-off details:
Date: November 15 to December 16
Time: 7 AM to 3 PM
Location: [Mountain & Sea Dental] 2780 State St. #6 Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Dr. Carley will be collaborating with a local charity organization to ensure that all the food, toys, and donations collected find their way to deserving families.
"During the holiday season, it's important that we remember those in our community who may be facing challenging times. We wanted to create a fun and engaging way to
make a positive impact," Dr. Carley expressed. "With your help, we can bring smiles to the faces of local families and help them experience the joy of receiving a gift during this special time of year."

For additional information about the Food and Toy Drive event and how you can get
involved, please visit: www.facebook.com/MountainandSeaDental
For more information, please contact:
Contact Name: Gwen
Office: (805) 316-3821
Address: 2780 State St. #6 Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Email: drcarleysreception@gmail.com
Website: https://www.santabarbara-dentists.com

We hope you can join us Saturday December 9th at 6:30 for our sixth annual seasonal variety mix. Doc Ventura has gathered an amazing group of musicians - blues, jazz guitar, blazing classic surf and even a brass marching band. There is something for everyone. Make sure you're at NAMBA at 6:30 to watch the Brasscals! brass band marching from Main St. to NAMBA to launch this stand-out evening of blues hard-hitters. tickets at NambaArts.com; $20.

Prepare yourselves for an uproarious night of non-stop laughter and spontaneous entertainment! Ventura Improv Company proudly presents a high-octane blend of quick-witted short-form scenes, interactive games, and live music that will leave you in stitches and begging for more. Tickets online or at the door. $10

Every Second Sunday and Fourth Friday NAMBA hosts an evening of acoustic open mic musical entertainment for songwriters. Our focus is to give voice to our local talent in an environment that promotes a professional show experience complete with a quiet and attentive audience of our peers. We have performers come from far and wide to enjoy our stage. Doors open at 6 pm, Henry warms up the mic at 6:45, and the show starts at 7 pm. Each performer gets 10 minutes in the spotlight. One cover song only per set. This event is a community fundraising show that encourages donations to support our Namba Performing Arts Space. Vocals and instruments will be run through the excellent sound system; microphones, monitors, direct in jacks, and the house grand piano are available.

This year marks the 29th anniversary of our Annual Community Holiday Dinner on Christmas Day. Temple Adat Elohim is happy to sponsor and host this annual tradition. Serving approximately 250 meals, this dinner is a place for those who might otherwise be alone on Christmas Day, or who might not have the means to put together a Christmas Dinner. Through the generosity of many in our community, we provide a nourishing, festive dinner.

The dinner is open to all members of the community, regardless of religious affiliation. It is held at Temple Adat Elohim on Monday, December 25, 2023, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in our festively decorated social hall, Community members are welcome to drop in at any time during those hours.

Guests will savor a delicious hot turkey meal with all the fixings, accompanied by holiday music. Additionally, gifts will be available for children.

For inquiries, please email TAEHolidayDinner@gmail.com or visit the TAE website at www.adatelohim.com/holidaydinner.

The supporters and contributors include:

• Ideal Meats and Provisions

• Big Screen Cuisine (BSC) Catering & Events

• Costco, Westlake Village

• Top Tier Treats

• Carrara’s Handmade Italian Bakery & Eatery

• Viktor Benes Continental Bakery

• The Conejo Valley PTA

• The Women’s Interfaith Network

• Temple Volunteers and Caring Community Members

Champagne, sparkling juice, and a delectable dessert buffet accompany this rousing, family-friendly Rudie-DeCarlo musical revue with Playhouse joining in the singing, dancing, humor and other delights culled from over 6 decades of audience favorite Santa Monica Playhouse productions. With finger-snapping jazz, foot-stompin’ sing-a-longs, Jewish patter songs, romantic ballads, this show has it all! Add hats, tiaras, noisemakers, leis and streamers and you have a not-to-be-missed New Year’s Eve celebration. “A company that knows what its audience expects from an evening of theatre!” LA TIMES.
Usher in 2024 and the Playhouse's 64th anniversary of continuous theatrical and educational services to the community. Featuring internationally acclaimed Actors’ Repertory Theatre members Holly Gibson, Isabel Lindley, Michala Peltz, Playhouse Co-Artistic Directors Chris DeCarlo and Evelyn Rudie, and guest artists Larissa Dowling, Kellen Gold and J.T. Melaragno, it’s the BEST New Year’s celebration in town!

The 10:30 show lets you celebrate the changeover to the New Year in the theatre with members of the Santa Monica Playhouse Actors' Repertory Theatre. The 7:00 show offers everything the later show does and is a great way to celebrate with the entire family, letting the kids have a real New Year's Eve treat, and get home at a reasonable hour, or kick off an evening of after-theatre dining and celebrating. Champagne, sparkling juice and dessert buffet served 6:30 to 7:00 and 10:00 to 10:30. Tickets go VERY FAST so book today!

“The Playhouse is truly a gem in this city and visiting it should be at the top of everyone’s to do list!” DAILY BRUIN.

Santa Monica Playhouse programs are supported in part by City of Santa Monica and the Santa Monica Arts Commission, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture, the Ahmanson Foundation and Playhouse PALS.