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  • Become part of the solution to ocean pollution!

    Join us for Coastal Cleanup Day on Saturday, September 20th. Take action to help protect the beaches, creeks, and parks that make Santa Barbara County such a wonderful place to live.

    Get outside, enjoy nature, and give back to the places you love.

    Volunteers of all ages are welcome at any of our 2025 cleanup sites. Pre-registration isn’t required, but is encouraged! Everyone who pre-registers will be automatically entered into our prize drawing.

    Each site will have a captain on hand to provide necessary instructions and supplies. You can bring your own gloves, buckets, and other reusable cleanup supplies to reduce waste and help lessen the plastic footprint of the event.

    New this year! We’re adding extra fun with a Trashure Hunt at select sites. While picking up litter, keep an eye out for a hidden mini treasure chest- find it and you’ll win a prize! It’s our way of saying thank you for volunteering while adding a little adventure to your day. Don’t forget to snap a photo or video of your win and share it to inspire others.

    If you can’t make the cleanup on the 20th, we encourage you to clean up any time during the month of September and your cleanup data will count toward the Coastal Cleanup Day totals.

    Coastal Cleanup Day is brought to you by Explore Ecology and our partner the County of Santa Barbara Resource Recovery and Waste Management, with support from the cities of Santa Barbara, Goleta, and Solvang. The statewide event is organized by the California Coastal Commission and the international effort is led by the Ocean Conservancy.

    Let’s make this the biggest Coastal Cleanup Day yet. We hope to see you at your favorite beach, creek, or park on September 20th!
  • Twice-nominated Grammy winners Opium Moon create sensuous, enchanting soundscapes that evoke ancient worlds while remaining thoroughly contemporary. Elegant yet deeply emotional, their distinctive sound draws upon the diverse backgrounds of its members: Iranian santoor master Hamid Saeidi, innovative Israeli bassist Itai Disraeli, sought-after American percussionist M.B. Gordy, and virtuosic Canadian-American violinist Lili Haydn.

    With original compositions that meld sacred/classical traditions of East and West with trance-inducing grooves, the result is at times both stately and rapturous, a sultry and passionate instrumental music that seems to emanate from a deep wellspring. NPR’s Bob Boilen called it “both a deep, thoughtful breath and an upbeat celebration.”

  • Concerts in the Gallery is an exceptional program of performances by outstanding singers and musicians. The concerts take place within the main gallery at Studio Channel Islands, creating a unique and intimate setting for sumptuous musical performances.

    The series is programmed by composer/conductor Don Harper and concert pianist Armen Guzelimian; drawing upon their extensive connections with international performers, each concert is a celebration of the rich variety music making around the world.
  • My last costume drawing workshop went so great, I am teaching it again, twice

    Thursday Aug 28, 6 to 9 pm

    Bring a friend and SAVE 20% off your fee.

    at 707 Gallery - Paseo Nuevo - Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    707 Gallery is across from where the See's Candy used to be
    $50.00 per person - Limited seating - 20 artists
    Reserve your seat NOW by contacting Rich@richwilkie.com

    I will share the tips, tricks and lessons I learned working for 25 years in animation - beginning as an assistant animator at Walt Disney Feature Animation. I returned to Portrait Painting after working as a supervising director at Netflix.

    I will cover; Goals, State of Mind, Breaking Old Habits, Quick Sketch, Line, Rhythm, Form, and Draped Fabric.

    I will lecture, demonstrate and will work with you one-on-one.

    This is a drawing workshop, but bring the materials you are comfortable working with - except no oil paints.
    Bring an easel if you prefer.

    If you are a beginner, Welcome! As for drawing supplies, keep it simple and inexpensive. All of these supplies can be purchased at Art Essentials, 1207 State Street, downtown Santa Barbara. You will need;

    Newsprint Paper Pad 18"X24", 50 Sheets
    A Sketch Board with clips 19"x25"
    Charcoal Pencils for drawing, traditional wood - medium hardness
    A pencils sharpener, or knife to whittle down the end of the wood pencil
    Or Peel & Sketch Charcoal Pencils - medium hardness
    Or Charcoal Sticks - Medium hardness
    Or Conté à Paris Crayons
    You will NOT need, Erasers, Chamois, Blending Stumps, or sand paper.
    We will supply the Costumed Model, Chairs and Water to Drink.

    The room will open at 9:30 am, please be early to set-up by 10 am.

    A portion of the payment will go to support Santa Barbara Visual Artists.

    I would love to see you and I appreciate your support, but most of all please pass this on to your friends, actual friends, social media friends or imaginary friends - all are welcome.

    If you have any other questions, contact Rich@richwilkie.com
  • Gems by the Sea - San Luis Obispo Gem and Mineral Club's Annual Gem and Mineral Show

    September 27th and 28th, 2025, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

    San Luis Obispo Veterans Memorial Building,
    801 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

    $5 Admission (Children 12 and under free).

    Free parking

    The show will feature dealers selling a fantastic array of gems, minerals, fossils, carvings, jewelry, beads, jade, crystals, meteorites, lapidary and metaphysical items. There will demonstrations of jewelry-making and lapidary crafts.

    Supporting local education with grants for SLO county teachers
    • Children's activities
    • Gems
    • Minerals
    • Rocks
    • Jewelry
    • Unique handcrafted gifts by local artisans
    • Demonstrations of lapidary crafts.

    slogem.org
  • Get creative with us every SATURDAY, from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm in the EE Makerspace above Art From Scrap! Be inspired by our reuse materials and see where your imagination takes you. We can’t wait to create with you.

    Our December theme is "Holiday Reuse", join our challenge this holiday season to give handcrafted or recycled gifts made from reuse materials to those you love. Make 3-D Reindeer Portraits, Reuse Snow Globes, and Hand Sewn Ornaments with us during this month's crafternoon.

    The ticket includes all materials and time in the EE Makerspace.

    Cost: $8.00 per person. Crafternoons are for kids ages 5 and up. Please note that our workshop is upstairs and will be utilizing hot glue guns, adults must remain in the EE Makerspace with their child.

    By attending this event, you consent to being photographed and/or recorded. These images and recordings may be used for promotional and marketing purposes. If you do not wish to appear in these materials, please inform the event staff upon arrival.
  • Get creative with us every SATURDAY, from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm in the EE Makerspace above Art From Scrap! Be inspired by our reuse materials and see where your imagination takes you. We can’t wait to create with you.

    Our December theme is "Holiday Reuse", join our challenge this holiday season to give handcrafted or recycled gifts made from reuse materials to those you love. Make 3-D Reindeer Portraits, Reuse Snow Globes, and Hand Sewn Ornaments with us during this month's crafternoon.

    The ticket includes all materials and time in the EE Makerspace.

    Cost: $8.00 per person. Crafternoons are for kids ages 5 and up. Please note that our workshop is upstairs and will be utilizing hot glue guns, adults must remain in the EE Makerspace with their child.

    By attending this event, you consent to being photographed and/or recorded. These images and recordings may be used for promotional and marketing purposes. If you do not wish to appear in these materials, please inform the event staff upon arrival.
  • Santa Barbara Master Chorale
    David Torres, Artistic Director & Conductor
    presents

    Our 26th Annual Holiday Concert and Carol Sing-Along
    (a favorite Santa Barbara fundraiser)

    3:00 pm Sunday, December 15, 2024

    Special Guests: Choral singers from
    San Marcos High School
    Santa Barbara High School

    Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church
    1300 East Valley Rd (corner of Hot Springs Rd), Montecito


  • On December 15, families are invited to bring their kids to the Eyeglass Factory location at Santa Barbara, one South Milpas Street where our team of experienced optometrists will conduct complimentary eye exams, and our Sales team will help to select and then provide a free pair of eyeglasses. Kids will have the opportunity to choose from a wide selection of stylish frames, allowing them to express their individuality while ensuring their vision is sharp. Our onsite lab will then ensure to deliver their new prescription eyeglasses that very same day.
    In addition to eye exams and free eyeglasses, the Eyeglass Factory will have fun activities for kids, including games, crafts, and refreshments. Everyone is welcome to join us for a day of vision care and community spirit!
    Kids must be 18 and under and be accompanied by a parent or guardian. We recommend arriving early, as spots may fill up quickly.
    Help us spread the word about this important event! Together, we can ensure that all children in our community have the opportunity to see well and thrive.
    For more information about Kids Day, please email Gregg at gregg@eyeglassfactory.com or call us at 805-965-9000.
  • Tickets on sale now! Step into a winter wonderland with A Country Christmas on Ice! ❄️🎄
    Join us on December 14th for a festive performance at 12:30 PM or 3:30 PM, and let the magic of Christmas come to life on the ice. ⛸️✨
    Public Skating included in your ticket
    🎟️ Tickets: $30 for on-ice seating or $20 for upstairs.
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