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UCSB Arts & Lectures will host Author Richard Rodriguez in a free conversation with Pico Iyer at the New Vic 7

See work by Lauren Crawford and VADA Students at wall space gallery 27 The ﬁrst Funk Zone Art Walk of 2014 takes place on Friday, January 10th 15

Friday, January 10, 2014

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Photo By Phil Channing

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Shawn Colvin will perform in the newly refurnished Lobero Theatre's Encore Season on Friday, January 17th 9

Kyle Castillo and Santa Barbara Dance Theater will perform at UCSB's Hatlen Theater Wednesday through Sunday, January 15th to 19th 8&

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Karen Dwyer and People in CASA

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UCSB Arts & Lectures and The Granada Theatre are teaming up to present the silent ﬁlm masterpiece, Safety Last! complete with live piano accompaniment by Michael Mortilla on Sunday, January 19th 10

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Michael B. Jordan, Honoree Forest Whitaker, and Angela Bassett at the Kirk Douglas Award Event 5 SBIFF Unveils Festival Program 25

�� Local Lens with Priscilla. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Around Town. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 , 1 9 Review by Daniel Kepl. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 The Ticket: A SB Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Love Roses? Join the Pruning. . . . . . . . . 11 Galleries & Art Venues. . . . . . . . . . 15, 26-27 Finance with Harlan Green. . . . . . . . . . . 20 CASA Classifieds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-21 Local Interest Rates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1 Open House Invitations. . . . . . . . . . . 22, 23 Tech with Gary Woods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Mission & State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 New Art Business. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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�� Keisha Nash-Whitaker and her husband Honoree Forest Whitaker Diamond Sponsor Jeffery Barbakow with Award �� Presenter and Actress Angela Bassett and husband, �� Actor Courtney Vance �� Michael B. Jordan, star of Fruitvale Station; Roger Durling, SBIFF Exec. Director; Anthony Zerbe, who �� appeared in American Hustle; SB Mayor Helene Schneider; and Arnette Jens Zerbe �� Sponsors Rob Egenolf, Cathy Webb; Judy Wish Egenolf, �� and Steve McLaughlin �� Nina Phillips, Brooke Musselman and Mark �� and Scher, Pam and Russ Strobel; Emerald Sponsors �� Andrew and Elizabeth Butcher, The Bollag Family, �� Rob and Judy Egenolf, Dr. Daniel Launspach, Terry Diamond Sponsors Lynda Ryken from Sotheby’s, and Sally Swift and Jerry �� Weinman and Bruce Heavin Sponsors for the evening included Martin. �� Möet & Chandon champagne, The gala black-tie dinner beneﬁts a multitude of �� the Bacara Resort and Spa, Heineken, Sunstone Festival sponsored community outreach programs. �� Vineyards and Winery, Daniel Gibbings Jewelry, The 29th SBIFF will be held January 29th to February Bella Vista Designs, Classic Party Rentals, Matrix 9th. For info visit www.sbﬁlmfestival.org. �� Event Services, and Road Show Media. Other �� Lady Leslie Ridley-Tree with Michael Zirolli and Festival sponsors included: Diamond Sponsors �� Dr. Barbara Mathews Lynda Weinman and Bruce �� Heavin, Jeffery and Margot Barbakow; Ruby Sponsors Eric �� Hollye Jacobs, RN, MS, MSW with Barry and John Youngblood; Al Keys, Phyllis de Picciotto; Judy Wish Egenolf, �� Jelinda DeVorzon and Stan Roden Terrance Ryken and Joyce Shaar

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Seated Sara Lee Gore; Patrick Maiani, Pianist; and Katie Laris. Standing: Eddie Sutti and Nina Terzian

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�� Nancy Miller; Teresa Kuskey Nowak; Denise Rinaldi, Artistic Director; �� Diana Replogle Purinton, President Santa Barbara Festival Ballet; Chris �� Gilmour; and Honoree Desmond O’Neill ��

Desmond O’Neill as ‘Mother Ginger’ with Julia, India, Contessa, Lauren, Zoe, Megan, Abril, Aria, Laila, Estella, and Aubrey

The Festival Ballet Board for 2013 includes: Diana Replogle Purinton, President; Julie Salina, Secretary; Doug Reid, Treasurer; Julie Cattoi, Grantwriter; Denise Rinaldi; Leticia Pacheco; Fiona Stone; and serving as board consultant, Valerie Huston.

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Matt Shuster, TVSB Exec. Dir; Mimi Doll; and Hosts: Dan and Debbie Kass

Mallory Sestak, Barbara Green, John Lindsey, Timmy Hirsch, Jeff Green, and Carleigh Ornelas

Around Town ��

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�� The ICAA leads, connects, and defines the active-aging industry, supports professionals who develop wellness facilities, programs and services for adults over 50. Casa Dorinda is a private LifeCare Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) owned and operated by the Montecito Retirement Assn. Casa Dorinda combines private medical care and a culturally rich environment to truly elevate retirement living. www.casadorinda.org

Ron Schaefer, CEO, Casa Dorinda; Helen Foster, Judging Committee Member, ICAA; Kendra Munoz, Director of Sales, Casa Dorinda; Sarah Struck, Communications Manager, Casa Dorinda

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�� Richard Rodriguez �� Noted author Pico Iyer �� For info, visit www.ArtsAndLectures.UCSB.edu or �� call 893-3535.

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Lincoln by Elizabeth U. Flanagan

�� Participating Artists: Adria A. Abraham, Beth Amine, Bruce Birkland, Betty Clemens, Carol DeCanio, Judi Doernberg, Kathleen Elsey, Victor Elsey, Pamela Faye, Elizabeth U. Flanagan, Chris Fletcher, Marilyn Helsenrott Hochauser, Colleen M. Kelly, Kathryne Neches, Elizabeth Olson, Leon Olson, Karen Pendergrass, Judith Piers, Patricia Post, Tom Post, Hedy Price Paley, Jeffrey Sipress, Jan M. Smith, Daniel Swann, Mary Dee Thompson, and Katie Upton.

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�� Dana Lawton and Troy Macklin �� Daniel Kepl has been writing �� music, theatre, and dance �� reviews for Santa Barbara publications since he was �� a teenager. His professional �� expertise is as an orchestra �� conductor. �� Photo by Matthew Kertesz

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Review By Daniel Kepl / CASA

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The Anacapa performing arts students & school band celebrate the magic of the music• Center Stage Theater • $10/$5 • 963-0408 • 7:30pm Fri, 1/10-11.

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Bronfman Family Jewish Com Ctr, 524 Chapala St • 957-1115 x109 • 10:30-11:30am Fri. ��

Paciﬁc Pride Fdn Ofﬁce, #A-12 • Free • 963-3636 x130 • 4-5:30pm Fri. ��

For children ages 0 to 3 & their families. Builds early literacy skills through music and movement • Central Library • Free • 564-5603 • 10:30am Fri.

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With Hector & Dannielle • $15 • info@santabarbara dancecenter.com • 127 W Canon Perdido • 7pm beg.; 8pm Int/Adv, Fri.

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Honoring Karl Geiringer & the 40th anniversary of the Flentrop Organ’s installation • Lotte Lehmann Concert Hall UCSB • $15/$7 • 893-3261 • 7:30pm Fri, 1/10. ��

A creative hybrid of Latin culture, rock & world music • Isla Vista School, 6875 El Colegio Rd • Free • 8935037 • 7pm Fri, 1/10.

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Behind-the-scenes two day trip to the San Diego Zoo & Safari Park • Wildling Museum, 1511-B Mission Dr, Solvang • $325/Two for $600 • Info: 686-8315 •1/10-11. ��

See this powerful spectacle ignite the New Year • Fields of Old Mission Santa Inés, 1760 Mission Dr • Free • 688-PLAY • 6pm Fri, 1/10

with Taran Collis • La Casa de Maria, 800 El Bosque Rd • $12/8 for $80 • 969-5031 • 9-10:15am Fri.

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Cottage Rehab Hosp • Free • 569-8999x82101 • 10amNoon Fri.

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Kids earn a badge with the help of a Cachuma Park Naturalist • Lake Cachuma • $2 + Park admission • 688-4515 • 12:30-1:30pm Sat.

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Drop-in assistance for downloadable eBook & Audiobooks • Central Library • Free • 564-5604 • 10am-1pm Fri.

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A web marketing seminar presented by Taylor Reaume, founder of Search Engine Pros • Verde Restaurant, 532 State St • Lunch/$20 • (800) 605-4988 • 12:30-2pm Fri.

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At Sino West, 5718 Hollister Ave., Ste 105, Goleta • $11-20 • 967-2983 • 9-10am Sat. Gather at Cachuma Lake Nature Ctr for guided walks • Free w/ $10 park admission • 688-4515 • 10-11:30am Sat.

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Chamber music performed by some of the best

Two-session training course for volunteer tutors • Central Library • Free • 564-5619 • 1-5:30pm Sat, 1/11 & 1/25. ��

With local orthodontists Dr. Raymond Kubisch & Dr. Drew Ferri • Goleta Library, 500 N. Fairview Ave • Free • 964-7878 • 11am-12:15pm Sat, 1/11.

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Schubert, Mendelssohn, Brahms • Lobero Theatre • $33-$43 • 963-0761 • 8pm Sat, 1/11. ��

A creative hybrid of Latin culture, rock & world music • Guadalupe City Hall Aud, 918 Obispo St • Free • 3432939 • 7:30pm Sat, 1/11. ��

Local band • Live Oak Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 820 N. Fairview Ave • $15 • 403-2639 • 7:30pm Sat, 1/11. ��

Chamber music performed by members of our musical community • Faulkner Gallery, Central Library • Free •

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The Navy League remembers the day with lunch and guest speakers • Montecito Country Club • $250 • 8791598 • 10:30am-6pm Sat, 1/11. ��

An open house for families of students grades 5-12 • Hope Ranch Campus, 4125 Paloma Dr • Free • 687-1752x210 • 9:30am-12:30pm Sat, 1/11. ��

Calling all gardening enthusiasts for the Annual Mission Rose Garden Pruning event Training and refreshments provided. Volunteers need to bring garden gloves & pruning shears •

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Gustafson Dance Studio • $10 • 705-3683 • 8:3010:30am & 11-1pm Su.

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Santa Barbara Dance Theater’s Kyle Castillo in mid air

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With Jeannette Weisskopf • Alice Keck Park • Free • 452-0706 • 9:30am Su. ��

Yoga Soup • $5-10 • 451-4731 • 10:45-12:15pm Su.

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Mahakankala Buddhist Ctr, 508 Brinkerhoff • $10 • 563-6000 • 9:30-11am Su. ��

Five chi-gong exercises • Alameda Park • Free • 6837554 • 8-10am Su. ��

Strength, awareness, character & consciousness • Alchemy Arts Ctr, 35 W Haley St • $20 • 899-8811 • 10:30am Su. ��

Continuous enrollment counseling sessions on the Affordable Care Act • Lazy Acres Café, 302 Meigs Rd • Free • 962-0292 • 3-4pm Su.

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Photographer/conservationist: Close Encounters Grizzlies, Piranhas and Man-Eating Pigs • UCSB Arts & Lectures • UCSB Campbell Hall • $25/$15 • 893-3535 • 3pm Su, 1/12. ��

A half-day retreat for calming the mind • La Casa de Maria • Donation • 969-5031 • 2-5:30pm Su, 1/12.

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violinist Nicole McKenzie & pianist Betty Oberacker • Congregation B’nai B’rith, 1000 SanAntonio Creek Rd • Free • 964-7869 • 3pm Su, 1/12. ��

A creative hybrid of Latin culture, rock & world music • Marjorie Luke Theatre • Free • 884-4087x7 • 7pm Su, 1/12. ��

Dynamic Jazz vocalist • SOhO • $25/$15 • 687-7123 • 1-4pm Su, 1/12.

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Swim from Four Palms to Red Hut • Butterﬂy Beach Stairs • Ocean Duck • Free • 569-1220 • 9am Su

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Carrillo Recreation Center Studio 1, 100 E. Carrillo St. • $11-15 • 897-2519 • 10-11:15am Mon.

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Carrillo Rec Ctr garden, 100 E. Carrillo St. • $11-20 • 705-3426 • 3-4:15pm Mon. ��

With Jeannette B. Love • La Casa De Maria • 969-5031 • donation • 1-2pm Mon. ��

Guided breathing • Mahakankala Buddhist Ctr • $5 • 563-6000 • 12:30-1pm Mon/Wed/Fri. ��

Stress-relieving 30 minute meditation practice, followed by a special lunch menu • Alchemy Arts, 35 W. Haley St • $20 • 899-8811 • Mon & Wed. ��

La Cas de Maria, 800 El Bosque Rd • Donation • 969-5031 • 1-2pm Mon. ��

SBCH Macdougall Eye Center, 2400 Bath St • Free • 569-8264 • 11:00 am–1:00 pm Mon. ��

Personalized classes • La Casa de Maria, 800 El Bosque Rd • $12 • 969-5031 • 9-10:15am Mon, Fri.

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Bronfman Family Jewish Comm Ctr, 524 Chapala St • $7-$50 • 957-1115 x109 • 3-4pm Tues. ��

Trampoline & Tumbling for ages 4-16 • SB Gymnastics Club, 4179 State St • Free intro class • Call for times 683-1724 • Tues-Thurs, Sat.

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Help in breaking the tobacco habit in seven evening programs • Cottage Hospital • Register: 855-247-9355 • 5:30-7pm Tues, 1/14. ��

With S. Dunn • La Casa De Maria • donation • 9695031 • 10:30-11:30am Tues. ��

Three mile walk, jog, or run with the Canary Hotel’s dynamic general manager, Caroline Dyal • Canary Hotel, 31 West Carrillo St • Free • 884-0300 • 6:30am Tues.

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Learn to create & use an email account • Goleta Library, 500 N Fairview Ave • Free • 964-7878 • 1011am Mon, 1/13. ��

In Conversation with Pico Iyer • New Vic, 33 W. Victoria St • Free • 893-3535 • 8pm Mon, 1/13. ��

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A basic run-through on using various online 3Dmodeling tools to create 3D-models & renders • Central Library • Free • 564-5670 • 6-8pm 1/13, 27.

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Practice your Italian • Arnoldi’s, 600 Olive St • Free • parliamo.yolasite.com • 5:30-7pm Mon. ��

Share ideas with conservatives who are Republican, Democrat or Independent • Café Del Sol, 30 Los Patos Wy • Free • RSVP: 259-7191 • 4-6pm Mon, 1/13.

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Lively, interactive town hall-style discussion & debate on the current state of the date • Center Stage Theater, Paseo Nuevo • $40 • 963-0408 • 7:30pm Tues, 1/14. ��

Editor for all six editions of the National Geographic Society’s Field Guide to the Birds of North America • Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del Sol • $30/Members $20 • 964-1468 • 7pm Tues, 1/14. ��

10-week program introduces participants to the techniques of throwing pottery • Ridley-Tree Ed Ctr • $485/Members $400 • 884-6441 • 6pm-9pm Tues, 1/14-3/18. ��

Learn how to borrow & download library eBook & Audiobook titles • Central Library • Free • 564-5623 • 3pm Tues, 1/14. ��

Eight-week session culminating in an Improv Showcase • Plaza Playhouse Theater, 4916 Carpinteria Ave • $125/$96 returning • 284-2622 • 6:30-8:30pm Tues, thru 2/28. ��

Orientation to help you determine your readiness for one of WEV’s business courses • Women’s Economic Ventures • Free • RSVP for class location: 456-2341 • Noon-1pm Tues, 1/15, 2/1.

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Docent-Led • Granada • Free • RSVP 899-2222 • 121pm Tues.

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UCSB Department of Theater and Dance presents their resident professional dance company in Time In Motion • Hatlen Theater, UCSB • $17/$13 • 893-3022 • 8pm Wed, 1/15-18 & 2pm 1/19.

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Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden on island • Free • 564-1939 • 5-7pm Wed. ��

Carrillo Rec Ctr, 100 E. Carrillo St., Studio 1 • $11-20 • 897-2519 • 10-11am Wed & Sat. ��

Short teachings & meditations. All levels • Mahakankala Buddhist Ctr • $10 • 563-6000 • 6:30-7:30pm Wed. ��

Weekly one-day Juice Cleanse • Alchemy Arts Ctr, 35 West Haley St • $75 • 899-8811 • 9:30am Wed.

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Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital • Free • 694-2351 • Noon-1pm Wed.

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Visit the house, gardens & workshop of Montecito’s only National Historic Landmark • $20 • RSVP Required: 565-5653 • 10am & 2pm Wed & Sat.

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SB Cottage Hosp • Free • 569-7201 • 10-11am Wed. ��

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Cottage Rehab Hosp • $15 • 569-8999x82330 • 1011am Wed.

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Practice your French • Paciﬁc Crepes • Free • 569-1659 • 5:30-7pm, Wed.

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Designed to encourage total well-being • Bronfman Family Jewish Comm. Ctr, 524 Chapala St • Donation • 957-1115 • 10:30-Noon Wed.

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Ease into the New Year Solvang style with all kinds of special events and offers throughout the day • Solvang • (877)327-2656 • All day, Wed, 1/15.

Dr. Brisby and staff will evaluate • The Training Room, 1 N Calle Cesar Chavez #110 • Free • 6pm Wed.

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SBCottage Hosp Central Courtyard • Free • Noon-5pm Wed.

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People Organizing for the Defense & Equal Rights of Santa Barbara Youth • La Casa De La Raza, 601 E Montecito St • 743-3723 • 6-8pm 1st & 3rd Wed.

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Imagine a New Year with Intention • La Casa de Maria, 800 El Bosque Rd • Donation/$14 for lunch • 9:30am3:30pm Wed, 1/15.

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UCSB Extension course • Humanities & Social Sciences Bldg., Room 1231 • $325/$275 • 893-7974 • 6:309:30pm, Wed, 1/15-2/26.

Alchemy Arts Ctr, 35 W Haley St • $30 • 899-8811 • 5pm Thu.

The Big Burn by Timothy Egan will be distributed to registered UCSB students • UCSB Library • Free • 893-2674 • 10am Wed, 1/15.

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With Radhule Weininger • La Casa De Maria • donation • 969-5031 • 6–7pm Thu. ��

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SBCH Macdougall Eye Center, 2400 Bath St • Free • 569-8264 • 2:30-4:30pm Thu.

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Cottage Rehab Hosp • $15 • 569-8999x82347 • 10-11am Thu. ��

Three mile walk, jog, or run with the Canary Hotel’s dynamic general manager, Caroline Dyal • Canary Hotel, 31 West Carrillo St • Free • 884-0300 • 6:30pm Thu.

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Learn basic keyboarding, searching the Internet & setting up & using an email account • Central Library • Free • 564-5608 • 1-3pm Wed, 1/15.

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Buy meal & enjoy the conversation • Petrini’s Restaurant, 5711 Calle Real • 967-2866 • 6-8pm Wed, 1/15.

Sharon Green will present a slideshow of images from 30 + years of Ultimate Sailing • Maritime Museum • $10/Members Free • 962-8404x115 • 7pm Thu, 1/16.

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Drop-in assistance for downloadable eBook & Audiobooks • Central Library • Free • 564-5604 • 10am-1pm Wed.

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Distinguished Visiting Fellow in UCSB’s College of Creative Studies • New Vic, 33 W Victoria St • Free • 893-3535 • 8pm Thu, 1/16.

Organization for the defense & equal rights of SB youth • Casa de La Raza, 601 E Montecito St • Free • info: podersb805@gmail.com • 6-8pm 1st & 3rd Wed. ��

�� Critically acclaimed Polish quartet • Mary Craig Aud, Museum of Art • $19/Members $15 • 9634364 • 7:30pm Wed, 1/15.

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Make new friends • Sojourner Cafe, 134 E Canon Perdido St • Free • 4-6pm Thu.

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Painting, listening to music & enjoying refreshments • The Barn Gallery, 128 W Ortega, Studio #6 • $30 + canvas fee • 707-391-0400 • 6-9pm Thu.

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Learn to develop deep caring for others & compassionate action • Casa de Maria, 800 El Bosque Rd • $200 • 969-5031 • 9:30am-4:30pm Sat, 1/18. ��

Questions answered by master gardeners Donna Grubisic & Helen Fowler • Trinity Lutheran Church, 909 N La Cumbre Rd • Free • 893-3485 • 10am Sat, 1/18. ��

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Learn how to make mini origami books • Central Library • Free • 564-0761 • 3:30pm Fri, 1/17.

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AKA Rev. Thomas Anastasi returns to his earlier career as a piano bar entertainer • Live Oak Niche Theater, 820 North Fairview Ave • $15 • 967-7867 • 7pm Fri, 1/17.

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Dr. Barbara Stone discusses Thoughts on the State of the Nation 2014, Election 2014 Candidates and Issues • Marmalade Café, La Cumbre Plaza • $25 • RSVP: 684-3858 • 11:30am-1:30pm Sat, 1/18. ��

Join naturalist Dr. Fred Emerson & botanist Larry Ballard on a chartered boat to experience Cachuma Lake’s diverse inhabitants • Cachuma Lake • $25/Wildling Members $20 • 686-8315 • 9am-Noon, Sat, 1/18. ��

Fine artist America Martin’s second book YES • Elizabeth Gordon Gallery, 15 W Gutierrez St • Free • 963-1157 • 6-9pm Sat, 1/18.

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The liner will be off SB Harbor for the day • Fri, 1/17. ��

Saturday Night Live alum tackles 226 years of American Constitutional calamities in 70 minutes • Lobero Theatre • $39/VIP $104 • 8pm Sat, 1/18. ��

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participants will show off all the great things they are doing at Alpha • Alpha Resource Ctr, 4501 Cathedral Oaks Rd • Free • RSVP if staying for lunch: 6832145x105 • 10am-1pm Fri, 1/17.

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Day-long event includes breakfast, classroom presentations, information on fees, tours, interaction with students & faculty • Paciﬁca Graduate Institute, 249 Lambert Rd, Carp • $60 • 969-3626x103 • 7:30am-5:30pm Fri, 1/17.

Drop-in assistance for downloadable eBook & Audiobooks • Central Library • Free • 564-5604 • 4-6pm Thu. �� Courtesy Photo

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The Global Art World lecture by Rivas, Coordinator of Curatorial Initiatives at LA County Museum of Art • Free • Museum of Contemporary Art, Paseo Nuevo Upstairs • RSVP 966-5373 • 5-7pm Thu, 1/16.

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Grammy Award-winning singer Shawn crafts songs that become treasured companions for her listeners • Lobero Theatre • $40/$50 • 963-0761 • 8pm Fri, 1/17.

All 3 workshops take place at Cabrillo Arts Ctr, 1118 E Cabrillo Blvd • Info: 962-9164 • Train Your Board (and everyone else) to Ask! • $25 includes Continental bfast • 9-11:30am; Selling Social Change: Earned Income Strategies for Nonproﬁts • $25 includes lunch • Noon1:30pm; What Every Board Member Should Know About Financial Management And Probably Doesn’t • $25 includes snacks • 2-4:30pm Thu, 1/16.

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Learn how to borrow & download library eBook & Audiobook titles • Central Library • Free • 564-5623 • 3pm, Thu, 1/16.

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Learn how to share images, videos & other objects through the Pinterest web site • Central Library • Free • 564-5608 • 11am Thu, 1/16.

His newest book Refuel • Chaucer’s Books, 3321 State St • Free • 682-6787 • 7pm Wed, 1/15.

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Medical Ethics at Guantanamo Bay Detention Center • McCune Conference Room, 6020 HSSB UCSB • Free • 893-2004 • 4pm Thu, 1/16.

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An interfaith gathering in honor of Martin Luther King • Congregation B’nai B’rith, 1000 San Antonio Crk Rd • Free • 964-7869 • 7:30pom Fri, 1/17.

Discover the hidden magic of California’s Underwater Parks through special activities & investigations • Ty Warner Sea Ctr, Stearn’s Wharf • $8/Children free • 9622526 ext. 110 962-2526x110 • 10am-3pm Sat, 1/18.

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Beth Gates Warren discusses her recent publication Artful Lives: Edward Weston, Margrethe Mather, and the Bohemians of Los Angeles • Mary Craig Aud, Museum of Art • $10/$6/Members free • 963-4364 • 2pm Su, 1/19.

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Legendary singer-songwriter performs songs from his new CD release Croz • Lobero Theatre • $55/$75/$175 • 963-0761 • 8pm Thu, 1/16. ��

Train to lead 90-minute docent tours of the 1920s George Washington Smith 11-acre estate • Free • 5655653 • 9:30-aa:30am Thu, 1/16-3/20. ��

A special one night Country Western concert • Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez • $20 • -686-4785 • 8pm Thu, 1/16.

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The Femme screening at 7:15pm will be followed with a Q&A from 9 to 9:30pm

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The Suspect will screen at 12:30pm

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Tickets are $15 per movie or $50 all day pass. Tickets can be purchased at the Arlington Ticket Box Ofﬁce or online at www.ticketmaster.com/venue/73731

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ANYTHING GOES FILM SERIES: BRAZIL:

A bureaucrat in a retro-future world tries to correct an administrative error and himself becomes an enemy of the state • Museum of Contemporary Art SB, 653 Paseo Nuevo • Free • 966-5373 • 7pm Fr • 1/10. FOCUS ON THE MASTERS (FOTM) BENEFIT SCREENING & TALK: TRUMBO: Through a

focus on the life of Dalton Trumbo (19051976), this ﬁlm examines the effects on individuals and families of a congressional pursuit of Hollywood Communists after World War II. Discussion with Directed by Peter Askin will follow screening • Ojai Playhouse Theater, 145 S. Ojai Ave • $10-$25 • 653-2501 • 4:30-6:30pm Sa • 1/11. GLADIATOR: When a Roman general is betrayed and his family murdered by an emperor’s corrupt son, he comes to Rome as a gladiator to seek revenge. Introduction to the ﬁlm by Charles Wolfe, UCSB Professor of Film and Media Studies • SBMA • Free • Reserve tickets at the Visitor Services desks or at tickets.sbma.net • 2pm Su • 1/12. UCSB ARTS & LECTURES: SAFETY LAST!:

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VAST & IMPRESSIVE $27,000,000 Elegant Provincial living just steps from Upper Village on 9 acres. Pool, cabana, tennis, greenhouse, lake, orchards, ocean/mtn views. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

MAJESTIC HOPE RANCH $19,500,000 Enchanting 1929 Reginald Johnson estate on 9 ocean-view acres. 7bd/11bth main house, guest house, apt, lawns, pool, garages for +/-9 cars. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

STATELY ESTATE $17,900,000 6bd Med estate on +/- 3.5 acres in Montecito’s Golden Quadrangle. Stunning grounds, ocean/mtn views, pool, tennis court, 2bd guest cottage. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

PRIVACY, PROVENANCE $16,700,000 Gem in Golden Quadrangle of Montecito. 6 bd/9 bth estate with ocean/mountain views. Richly appointed rooms, 13-seat theatre, so much more! Loyd Applegate, 805.570.4935

PREMIER OCEAN VIEWS $14,900,000 Expansive ocean & mtn views and 20+/acres of unrivaled privacy are just the beginning of this luxurious Montecito Med estates offerings. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

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SPANISH REVIVAL $13,000,000 Romantic 1929 entertainer’s compound w/ ocean & mtn views, original architecture & multiple guest structures on approx. 3.5 magical acres. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

JUST LISTED $12,900,000 Nestled against the foothills & moments away from the Pacific Ocean, a truly unique & historical property located in the heart of Montecito. Pamela Regan, 805.895.2760

TUSCAN VILLA $11,880,000 Spectacular 2004 Showcase House on 11 acres w/ unsurpassed quality & style. Wine cellar, tiled pool, 1bd guesthouse, ocean/mtn vistas. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

RESORT LIVING $8,990,000 Steps from Upper Village on 1.6 mtnview acres. 5bd main house, 2 guest houses, 2 pools, romantic gardens, extensive outdoor entertaining. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

HEAVENLY RETREAT $6,495,000 Sophisticated rustic compound perched on 5.5 acres with heavenly ocean & valley views. Featured in Arch Digest, 2 parcels w/ 3 structures. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

FABULOUS SEA MEADOW $6,450,000 Fabulous new listing in the prestigious Sea Meadow enclave. 4bd/4.5bth, beautifully appointed. A rare find in this fabulous seaside community. Gayle Lofthus, 805.689.9011

EXTRAORDINARY ESTATE $5,995,000 On over 5 sprawling acres, rests this extraordinary compound estate with guest quarters & exceptional equestrian facilities. GrubbCampbell.com Natalie/Brian, 805.895.6226

PRISTINE VIEWS $5,195,000 Enjoy dramatic views from a prime Hope Ranch setting. Unique in presentation and unmatched in quality; an example of true elegance. Natalie/Renee, 805.895.6226

OCEAN VIEWS! $4,995,000 Gated, private Mediterranean style 4bd main house, 2 family rooms & 2 separate offices. 1bd guest house, pool & spa, garages for 4 cars. Gregg Leach, 805.886.9000

JUST LISTED $4,875,000 Beautiful gated Italian Mediterranean w/views & attention to detail. Ocean views, motor court, French doors, stone terrace, lawn, pool & spa. Ted Campbell, 805.886.1175

IDEAL COMBINATION $4,750,000 Perfectly situated remodeled mini-estate offers quality, sophistication, style, pool, manicured gardens, stunning mountain view, gst. house. Jon Perkins, 805.284.3660

FOOTHILL RETREAT $4,750,000 27.5+/- acre private ranch is nestled in the Carpinteria foothills, offers a European style country home, second house, riding arena & more! Carey Kendall, 805.689.6262

TRADITIONAL MONTECITO$4,695,000 Home & award winning guest hse remodeled by Allen & Assoc, on 1 fenced acre. 3bd suites in main house. Hardwood floors. Pool, sport court. Mary Lu Edick, 805.565.8871

CAPTIVATING ESTATE $3,500,000 Enchanting Montecito estate on a gated acre with guest house. Incredibly spacious with multiple outdoor entertaining areas. GrubbCampebll.com Natalie Grubb, 805.895.6226

RESTORED CRAFTSMAN $3,295,000 Upper East 1912 Craftsman, glamorously restored. Remarkable architecture near Santa Barbara’s Mission area. Manicured garden, pool. Pippa Davis, 805.886.0174

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TIMELESS, RENOVATED $3,195,000 3 bedroom Mid Century on an acre. Single level, all major rooms facing City & Harbor vistas. Entertaining area w/ fire pit facing the view. Tim Walsh, 805.259.8808

HOLLYWOOD REGENCY $3,150,000 Extensive remodel of home & gardens. 2 large bedroom suites Large gourmet kitchen with dining area. Large terraces over look lush gardens. Mitchell Morehart, 805.565.4546

HOPE RANCH $2,850,000 Designed in 1962 by notable Seattle architects, Bain & Overturf, with walls of glass, and mtn views on 1.6 acres. 4 bd/3bth plus guest suite. Pamela Regan, 805.895.2760

YOUR OWN OASIS $ 2,699,000 Remodeled main house w/ chef’s kitchen on 1.6 acres w/ pond, waterfall & tropical landscape. Separate guest apartment above 5 car garage. Thomas Johansen, 805.886.1857

ALMA DEL PUEBLO $2,500,000 Two bedroom 2.5 bath unit, located in the Center of Santa Barbara’s cultural & performing arts scene is Alma Del Pueblo. Pippa Davis, 805.886.0174

INVESTMENT $2,250,000 National Tenant, great lease and income, easy management make this rare in today's market.

PENTHOUSE $2,150,000 Top floor Penthouse at prestigious El Escorial Villas. 2bd/2.5bth w/ laundry facility, in excellent condition, many recent upgrades. Wayne Barker, 805.637.2948

JUST LISTED $1,995,000 Lower Riviera with ocean, island, harbor, and city views. Close to downtown shopping, restaurants, and parks. Bridget, 805.886.1300 Paul, 805.455.8055

INCREDIBLE $1,645,000 5bd/3bth home built in 1996. Almost 3,000 s.f. Gourmet kitchen, hardwood floors. Large .79 acre lot, covered patio, numerous fruit trees. Bob Curtis, 805.895.1951

WELL MAINTAINED $1,625,000 2 story 5-plex located just off Linden Avenue across from the Beachwalk condominium complex ~ Close to Beach & Shopping. GrubbCampbell.com Natalie/Brian, 805.895.6226

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JUST REDUCED $1,395,000 Offers many amenities. 2 levels of living areas & large guest retreat too! Garage parking for 4 cars, RV garage, RV hookups & more parking! Louise McKaig, 805.637.4774

SURPRISE INSIDE! $1,249,000 Move in ready 3bd/3bth, waiting for the buyer that wants a stylish unique home close to downtown, good school district & coveted location. Ann Harkey, 805.565.8897

CONTEMPORARY $1,229,000 Mediterranean with open floor plan, extra high volume ceilings, large scale rooms, deck, spa & lots of light. An entertainer’s delight! John Bahura, 805.680.5175

EXCELLENT LOCATION $1,025,000 Single story in Hope School District (Vieja Valley attendance area). Recently updated, added family room, new roof, sparkling pool. Toni/Carol, 805.689.7976

TRANQUIL PARADISE $1,025,000 Enjoy SB lifestyle near beach & 1000 steps. Comfy home w/ fab Mesa location. 3bd/1.5bth, upgraded dual pane windows, remodeled bath. Lynette Naour, 805.705.6539

UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY $895,000 Unique opportunity! 1900’s California Craftsman, wainscoting, molding, coved ceilings. Covered back porch & set back from street. R4 lot, ¼ acre. Natalie/Brian, 805.895.6226

SUMMERLAND RETREAT $865,000 3bd/2bth, amazing ocean and island views from this light & bright remodeled home! Excellent vacation rental property or dual living Move in ready! Amy J Baird, 805.478.9318

SHADOW HILLS $860,000 Elegant upper unit in gated community. Open floor-plan, vaulted ceilings in sunny kitchen, spacious master. Mountn view from the tile patio. Gloria/Carol, 805.689.3408

MUST SEE! $799,000 Clean & bright Kellogg School area 3bd/2bth. Open floor plan, yard, near the end of a cul-de-sac & bike trail. Location, location, location. Mike Long, 805.304.5664

POLO CONDO $745,000 2bd/2bth, top floor polo condo. Beautiful remodel.

SPECIAL PLACE $595,000 2bd/1.5bth townhouse located at the end of a cul de sac adjacent to Los Robles Park. Two one car attached garages & large fenced yard. Mary Lu Edick, 805.565.8871

LIGHT, AIRY TOWNHOME $555,000 Modern Mediterranean design w/ attached two gar garage, cozy fireplace, eat-in kitchen w/ pantry, private patio. Complex features pool, spa. Carol/Toni, 805.689.8700

JUST LISTED $550,000 Great opportunity! 3 units fully rented in Oxnard CA. Lots of potential.

LOWEST PRICED UNIT! $409,900 This studio ground floor unit allows you to enjoy all that El Escorial has to offer. Rarely available and only 1 of 8 in this floor plan. Billy Mandarino, 805.570.4827

STARTER HOME $123,100 Low Income County Studio. Max allowable income to qualify is $41,050 annually for 1 person & $46,900 annually for a 2 person household. Aaron Gilles, 805.895.1877

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ORGANIC FARM $4,950,000 Certified organic farm. Zoned Ag II 40, Approx 600 GPM well with natural gas driven 205 HP Cumins engine. Contact agent for details. Wayne Natale, 805.680.7227

SWEEPING VIEWS $3,250,000 Spectacular 3.95 acre parcel. Sweeping views of the Santa Barbara coastline & mountains. Includes a new Growth Management Permit. John P Henderson, 805.689.1066

MOUNTAIN VIEWS $1,695,000 Beautiful landscapes surround the mountain view building site of this 1.25 acre estate parcel. Parklike gardens and a fully fenced property. Marilyn Moore, 805.689.0507

COVETED LOCATION $1,650,000 Lovely setting in Hope Ranch. Build your dream home or equestrian estate. Offered separately or purchase w/2 adjacent parcels. Natalie/Brian, 805.895.6226

THREE LARGE PASTURES $1,650,000 River front 20+/- ac.parcel w/a charming, circa early 1900's cattle barn & irrigated pastures. 3 large pastures of 5 +/- ac. each. Carey Kendall, 805.689.6262

DELIGHTFUL SETTING $1,295,000 Coveted Hope Ranch location. This parcel is offered separately or can be purchased with 2 adjacent parcels. GrubbCampbell.com Natalie/Brian, 805.895.6226

EQUESTRIAN PROPERTY $1,295,000 6 panoramic acres in the Santa Barbara foothills. Approved plans for country farmhouse style home, all utilities at site, AG meter included. Gail Shannon, 805.448.7887

OAK TRAIL RANCH $1,250,000 20 acre property has beautiful views of the Santa Ynez Valley hillsides & mountains with hundreds of oak trees, all beautifully manicured. Judy Crawford, 805.588.1425

OCEAN & MTN VIEWS! $845,000 Very serene location! ABR APPROVED, ready to pull permits for a gorgeous TUSCANY VILLA plus 3 car garage, pool, & cabana. Regina Magid, 805.451.1994

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PLANS AVAILABLE $795,000 Downtown Santa Ynez, Zoned C-2. Prime corner lot, neighboring established, successful businesses. Awe inspiring mountain views. Jenae Johnson, 805.452.9812

SPECTACULAR VIEW LOT $799,000 Views in every direction & one of the last remaining lots available in Regency Hills. Minutes from downtown Solvang.

BUILD YOUR DREAM $595,000 On this gently sloping ocean view lot at the top of the village of Summerland. All utilities are available at the street.

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John Sirois, 805.455.6277

CALZADA RIDGE $550,000 5.05+/- Acres. Build your dream home! Views, oak trees, 2 approved building sites; 2 drywells & pump system installed. Wayne Natale, 805.680.7227 Jonee Hanson, 805.455.6175

BALLARD MEADOW $495,000 5.79+/- Acres. first lot on the right as you enter Ballard Meadow Ranch from Baseline. Per the Water District a 2 water meter is installed. Wayne Natale, 805.680.7227

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�� Portrait by Stacey Byers �� Portrait by Stacey Byers �� The Payatts by Stacey Byers �� Captured Spirit Photography is located at 1213 �� State St. For more information call 770-2862 or visit �� www.capturedspirit.net ��

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Exhibitions on view: January 5 – April 13 at MCA Santa Barbara

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Bloom Projects: Zack Paul, Geometric Landscapes

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Amorphis LA, Atelier Manferdini, Ball-Nogues Studio, Design Bitches, DO/SU Studio Architecture, and Digital Physical / Variate Labs

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Almost Anything Goes: Architecture and Inclusivity

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Sweat then Eat, Assemblage, by Karen Luckett

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www.sbma.net

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�� Lauren Crawford �� Roy Cannon-Berg ��

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Andrea Sanchez-Gonzales

April Rhodes

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Contemporary Art

687-6173

MORNINGSTAR STUDIO

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Hedy Price Paley

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�� To submit gallery and art show info, please email art@CasaSB.com.

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