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Join the Folk Orchestra of Santa Barbara for a musical journey through the misty Highlands and lively village halls of Scotland, featuring special guests Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas. The musical partnership between Alasdair Fraser, long regarded as Scotland's premier fiddle ambassador, and the sizzlingly-talented Californian cellist Natalie Haas showcases dazzling teamwork, driving rhythms, and a shared passion for improvising on the melody and the groove of Scottish tunes has helped reconstruct and revive the Scottish tradition of playing dance music on violin and cello. They have toured internationally for over twenty-five years, wowing audiences at festivals and concerts worldwide with their unique sound and have released six critically acclaimed, award-winning albums along the way. From the tender beauty of Wild Mountain Thyme to the rousing anthem of Flower of Scotland, this concert captures the heart and soul of Scottish tradition. Expect fiddles to soar, cellos to sing, and bagpipes to fill the hall with spirit and fire.

Veterans Day Ceremony: Honoring our men and women in uniform who proudly serve
Presented by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1649 and the Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation

We are pleased to be hosting the Santa Barbara community Veterans Day Ceremony on Tuesday, November 11th at 11:00 a.m. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early; the ceremony begins at 11:00 AM sharp and concludes with a spectacular flyover by The Condor Squadron. The ceremony will take place at the Santa Barbara Cemetery, 901 Channel Drive. Known as one of the city’s most beautiful outdoor locations, the venue’s driveway will be decorated with dozens of American flags. The ceremony will take place near the main flagpole, with seating available for up to 500, with additional standing room. THIS IS A FREE EVENT.
The open air ceremony begins at 11:00 a.m. with presentations and performances by the UCSB Color Guard; Gold Coast Pipe & Drum Band; David Gonzales and the Santa Barbara Choral Society, The Prime Time Band. This year we are proud to present the Sons of the American Revolution; first ever performance of “The Veteran” by Barry De Vorson; and a flyover by The Condor Squadron.
To learn more, please visit https://www.pcvf.org/veterans-day-ceremony


Date: Tuesday, November 11th, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Price: FREE
Location: Santa Barbara Cemetery (901 Channel Drive., Santa Barbara, CA 93108)

Celebrate the Season with a Bluesy California Twist
Namba Arts and Doc Ventura invite you to “Doc the Halls”, an eighth annual tribute to the holiday season filled with bluesy cheer and California charm. This holiday-themed variety night has become a beloved tradition in Ventura – a friendly, laid-back celebration where the community comes together for great music and festive vibes. Get ready for an evening of classic holiday songs reimagined in soulful styles, toe-tapping jams, and heartwarming musical moments. It’s the perfect way to kick off your holidays, Ventura-style, with a mix of genres and generations all sharing the stage.

Celebrate the Season with a Bluesy California Twist
Namba Arts and Doc Ventura invite you to “Doc the Halls”, an eighth annual tribute to the holiday season filled with bluesy cheer and California charm. This holiday-themed variety night has become a beloved tradition in Ventura – a friendly, laid-back celebration where the community comes together for great music and festive vibes. Get ready for an evening of classic holiday songs reimagined in soulful styles, toe-tapping jams, and heartwarming musical moments. It’s the perfect way to kick off your holidays, Ventura-style, with a mix of genres and generations all sharing the stage.

Duke Ellington's Nutcracker Suite will swing you into the holiday spirit along with festive carols featuring the New West Symphony Chorus (sung in English and Spanish), a Las Posadas celebration, and seasonally-inspired music from Tchaikovsky's "Winter Dreams" Symphony. The holidays never sounded so good!

Michael Christie, conductor
New West Symphony Chorus, Wyant Morton, director

Ellington/Strayhorn/Tyzik | Nutcracker Suite
Tchaikovsky | Symphony No. 1, "Winter Dreams"
Las Posadas Celebration
Gary Fry | Allelujah, Venite Gaudete, Wexford Processional, World of Joy

Additional holiday programming to be announced.

Founded in 1995, the New West Symphony is a professional orchestra that draws its players from the rich talent pool of professional Los Angeles-area musicians. With artistic direction led by GRAMMY® winner Maestro Michael Christie, appointed as music director in December 2018, the Symphony is the resident company of the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza and performs at the Rancho Campana Performing Arts Center in Camarillo.

It presents six Masterpiece Series concerts annually, performing major works from the symphonic repertoire with internationally-acclaimed artists as guest soloists. The Symphony also provides quality outreach and educational opportunities for the communities it serves through its annual Symphonic Adventures concert programs for youth, its traveling Music Van, and the Laby Harmony Project, a year-round music and leadership program for underserved students.

Duke Ellington's Nutcracker Suite will swing you into the holiday spirit along with festive carols featuring the New West Symphony Chorus (sung in English and Spanish), a Las Posadas celebration, and seasonally-inspired music from Tchaikovsky's "Winter Dreams" Symphony. The holidays never sounded so good!

Michael Christie, conductor
New West Symphony Chorus, Wyant Morton, director

Ellington/Strayhorn/Tyzik | Nutcracker Suite
Tchaikovsky | Symphony No. 1, "Winter Dreams"
Las Posadas Celebration
Gary Fry | Allelujah, Venite Gaudete, Wexford Processional, World of Joy

Additional holiday programming to be announced.

Founded in 1995, the New West Symphony is a professional orchestra that draws its players from the rich talent pool of professional Los Angeles-area musicians. With artistic direction led by GRAMMY® winner Maestro Michael Christie, appointed as music director in December 2018, the Symphony is the resident company of the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza and performs at the Rancho Campana Performing Arts Center in Camarillo.

It presents six Masterpiece Series concerts annually, performing major works from the symphonic repertoire with internationally-acclaimed artists as guest soloists. The Symphony also provides quality outreach and educational opportunities for the communities it serves through its annual Symphonic Adventures concert programs for youth, its traveling Music Van, and the Laby Harmony Project, a year-round music and leadership program for underserved students.

Come to the BIG BOOK SALE, Saturday Dec. 13th from 11am - 1pm at the new Buellton Library.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Buellton Library
All proceeds go to support the Buellton Library

~ Lots of good titles at low prices
~ Come early for best selection
~ Enjoy refreshments while browsing

Questions? Email us at Friendsofthebuelltonlibrary202@gmail.com

Lost Chord Guitars presents Bruce Goldish

Sweet harmonic to caffeinated percussive fingerstyle guitar

Caution: May be entertaining

Flashes of new age, echoes of Americana…
Slack key addict, farmer chord fan…
Flamenco flourishes, classical twists, hypnotic harmonics, caffeinated percussives…
Fingerstyle with feeling…
Twisted, true stories and a few pretty funny lyrics.

Join Our Monthly Sewing & Mending Club! Pre-registration is required.

Discover the joy of creating and repairing with our welcoming community at the EE Makerspace. Whether you’re a seasoned sewer or just beginning your sewing journey, our monthly club is the perfect place to bring your creative projects to life.

On the 2nd Wednesday of the month, we invite you to join us with your sewing ideas, projects, or mending needs. Our Makerspace is equipped with nine sewing machines and a wide array of materials to fuel your creativity. Plus, our knowledgeable staff is always on hand to offer guidance, tips, and tricks to help you bring your vision to reality.

From crafting personalized garments to reviving old favorites through expert mending techniques, there’s no limit to what you can achieve with our supportive community by your side.

Join us for an evening of creativity, camaraderie, and crafting excellence. Your next sewing adventure awaits at the EE Makerspace. See you there!