CASA Magazine: November 15, 2013 by Voice Magazine / CASA

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Pink Martini was founded in Portland in 1994

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By Paksy Plackis-Cheng / Community Correspondent

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(Back) Amber Ortiz, Terry Ryken, Karen Knight, and Mara Aboud. (Front) Rachael Sofranko, Jim Nigro, and Joann Younger

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John Dudley and Joyce Dudley, SB District Attorney

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Call For Entries 2013: Julia Hickey, M. Helsenrott Hochhauser, Katy McCarthy, Marco Pinter, and Christopher Ulivo

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Bloom Projects: Ro Snell, All that is left

Exhibitions on view: September 29 – December 8 at MCA Santa Barbara

Oprah Winfrey as Gloria Gaines in Lee Daniels’ The Butler

�� The Santa Barbara International Film Festival is dedicated to discovering and showcasing the best in independent and international cinema. SBIFF offers 11 days of 200+ films, tributes, and symposiums that range from American indie films to world cinema and everything in-between. With its commitment to cultural diversity and powerful storytelling, SBIFF transforms downtown Santa Barbara into a destination for film lovers, attracting more than 75,000 attendees.

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Tickets, Festival Passes, and Packages are available at www.sbﬁlmfestival.org or at 963-0023.

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SB Festival Ballet presents an event designed for the active preschooler with a good imagination • Goleta Library, 500 N Fairview Ave • Free • 964-7878 • 10:30am Fri, 11/15. ��

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

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

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

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Exploring the Mysteries of Consciousness with Peter Russell • La Casa de Maria, 800 El Bosque Rd • $275 •

Dynamic two-day institute that brings the AHA! Method into the forefront of your practice or mentorship with adolescents, teens & young adults • The Fess Parker Resort • $329 • 770-7200x4 • 9:30am5pm Fri, 11/15-16. ��

From Playing with Power to Interacting with Autism: Developmental Tales of Transformers and Neurodiversity • SSMS 2135 UCSB • Free • 893-2004 • 1pm Fri, 11/15. ��

Books for Breakfast: Mission in a Bottle:The Honest Guide to Doing Business Differently--and Succeeding • Tupelo Junction Cafe, 1218 State St • $5/Members free • http://www.eventbrite.com/event/8414013541/ eorg • 8-9:30am Fri, 11/15. ��

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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Fully-staged production of Federico Moreno Torroba’s romantic zarzuela Luisa Fernanda • Lotte Lehmann Concert Hall UCSB • $20/$10 • 893-3261 • 8pm Fri, 11/15 & 3pm 11/16-17. ��

Grammy winner will be performing songs spanning his 20-year career • Granada Theatre • $32-$90 • 899-2222 • 8pm Fri, 11/15. ��

Virtuoso pianist Adam Neiman in 2 massive Beethoven works • Hahn Hall, Music Academy • $24 & $47 • 8848410 • 1pm & 7:30pm Fri, 11/15. ��

Deane Chapel, Westmont College • free • 565-6040 • 7pm Fri, 11/15. ��

Reds Wine Bar, 211 Helena St • No cover • 968-5391 • 8:30-11:30pm Fri, 11/15. ��

Enjoy an evening of opera in a relaxed atmosphere, right in the heart of the Funk Zone • MichaelKate Interiors & Art Gallery, 132 Santa Barbara St • $20 • 898-3890 • 7-9pm Fri, 11/15.

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The Keck Telescope will be having a look • Westmont College • Free • 565-6272 • 7:30pm Fri, 11/15. Courtesy Photo

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Explore the limits of excess in an evening of optical intrigue, 80s hedonism, mark making in the void & other philosophical pursuits • Museum of Art • $40/$25 • 9634364 • 5:30-7:30pm Fri, 11/15. ��

Proceeds support Rotary Club charitable activities • $55 for 6 plants • 967-8350 • thru 12/3.

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Books about Families and Food is the topic for ages 3-6 with storyteller Michael Katz • Laguna Blanca Lower School, 260 San Ysidro Rd • Free • 695-8143 • 9-10am Sat, 11/16. ��

Stylized theater art of India for children • MCC Lounge UCSB • Free • 893-8411 • 1pm Sat, 11/16. ��

Creating a memorable hands-on experience, this event is best for children ages 4 & up • Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Dr • Free • 564-5603 • 3pm Sat, 11/16. ��

Kids earn a badge with the help of a Cachuma Park Naturalist • Lake Cachuma • $2 + Park admission • 688-4515 • 12:30-1:30pm 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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Performances by studio owner, David Alvarez & other SBDC Instructors • 127A W Canon Perdido St • $15/$10 • 899-2901 • 6:30-9pm Sat, 11/16.

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Climb up to Inspiration Point for spectacular views & a picnic lunch sponsored by Botanic Garden • Top of Tunnel Rd • $40-$65 • Register: 682-4726 • 9am-1pm Sat, 11/16. ��

At Sino West, 5718 Hollister Ave., Ste 105, Goleta • $11-20 • 967-2983 • 9-10am Sat.

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Master Gardeners of SB County workshop on the beneﬁts of butterﬂies • St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 4575 Auhay Dr • Free • 10am Sat, 11/16. ��

Denise May Levenick presents Caring for Keepsakes • First Presbyterian Church, 21 E. Constance Ave • Free • 886-5438 • 9:30am Sat, 11/16.

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will share stories & images of his experiences photographing whales • Wildling Museum, 1511-B Mission Dr Solvang • $5/Members free • 686-8315 • 3pm Sat, 11/16. ��

A healing & transformational workshop for people with HIV or AIDS • Site in SB given with registration • Free • (888) 208-8081 • 9am-6:30pm Sat, 11/16-17. ��

Field class to the Santa Ynez River Estuary with Fred & Larry • Wildling Museum, Solvang • $25/Members $20 • 686-8315 • 9-11:30am Sat, 11/16. ��

The Key Class – The Keys to Job Search Success • Porch, 3823 Santa Claus Ln • Free • 452-2747 • 11am1pm Sat, 11/16.

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Rob Kapilow leads the SB Chamber Orchestra in an exploration of Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony • Music Academy Hahn Hall • $25 • 966-2441 • 7:30pm Sat, 11/16. ��

Chamber music performed by members of the community • Faulkner Gallery • Free • 969-7183 • 3pm Sat, 11/16. ��

Singer/songwriter • SOhO • $25 • 962-7776 • 9:30pm Sat, 11/16.

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Sing music of Berlioz & Schumann • First United Methodist Church, Garden & Anapamu St • $20/$12 • 967-8287 • 8pm Sat, 11/16 & 3pm 11/17. ��

Beneﬁt concert to help raise funds for the Los Prietos Boys Camp • Carriage Museum, Pershing Park • $15 includes lunch • Noon-3pm Sat, 11/16. ��

With guest DJ Chuck Chillout • Chumash Casino, Santa Ynez • $75-$125 • 686-0855 • 8pm Sat, 11/16.

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The 1/2-mile-long Goleta Short Line ride takes about nine minutes & is suitable for all ages • South Coast Railroad Museum, 300 N Los Carneros Rd • Free • 964-3540 • 1-3:45pm Sat, 11/16. ��

A unique & exciting music making experience, gourmet tasting stations, libations & dancing under the stars • SB Polo & Racquet Club • $200 • 965-2376 • 6pm Sat, 11/16. ��

Annual warehouse clearance sale with 10% beneﬁtting Environmental Defense Ctr • Touring & Tasting, 125 S Quarantina St • (800) 850-4370 • 1-5pm Sat, 11/16. ��

Live Country Music, Whiskey Tasting & Line Dancing to beneﬁt Howard School • Montecito Country Club • $50-$100 • 284-5300 • 3-8pm Sat, 11/16. ��

Activities include face-painting, crafts & fun for the whole family • 33 W Victoria St • Free • 965-5400 • 1-4pm Sat, 11/16.

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Led by local professional card & board game designer Joyce Johnson • Goleta Library, 500 N Fairview Ave • Free • 964-7878 • 3-4:30pm Sat, 11/16. SB Chapter celebrates • El Encanto Hotel • SOLD OUT • Sat, 11/16.� ��

luncheon & awards presentation to American Riviera Award honorees • Bacara Resort & Spa, 8301 Hollister Ave • $100 • http://www.brownpapertickets. com/event/496602 • 11:30am Sat, 11/16. �

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Help for adults just in time for the Holidays • Goleta Library, 500 N Fairview Ave • Free • 964-7878 • 3:30pm Su, 11/17.

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

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

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

Beads and Beadwork Throughout Africa • Goleta Library, 500 N Fairview Ave • Free • 964-7878 • 2pm Su, 11/17. ��

Guided meditations • La Casa de Maria • Donation • 969-5031 • 2-5:30pm Su, 11/17. ��

Learn what to eat to prepare your body for winter • La Casa de Maria, 800 El bosque Rd • $70 • 969-5031 • 2-7:30pm Su, 11/17.

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Rob Kapilow leads the SB Chamber Orchestra in an exploration of music for children & their parents • Music Academy Hahn Hall • $25 • 966-2441 • 4:30pm Su, 11/17.

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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.

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

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With S. Dunn • La Casa De Maria • donation • 9695031 • 10:30-11:30am Tues. Photo courtesy UCSB Arts & Lectures

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W. Haley St • $20 • 899-8811 • Mon & Wed.

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Practice various relaxation techniques • La Casa de Maria • $12 • 969-5031 • 9-10:15am Mon.

Multi-lingual jazz vocalist • SOhO • $15 • 962-7776 • 7pm Su, 11/17. Specializing in the organ music of Olivier Messiaen • Trinity Episcopal Church, State & Micheltorena St • Free • 965-7419 • 5pm Su, 11/17. ��

Under the direction of Paul Mori • Deane Chapel, Westmont Colleege • Free • 565-6040 • 7pm Su, 11/17.

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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.

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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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Participate in discussion grooups & volunteer to make phone calls to raise funds for programs & services • Bronfman Jewish Community Ctr, 524 Chapala St • Free • 957-1115x106 • 9am-4pm, Su, 11/17. ��

Hollywood-themed dinner & fund raiser for Our Lady of Mount Carmel School • Bacara Resort & Spa • $125 • 969-5965 • 4pm Su, 11/17. ��

Meet with local artists, artisans & authors while viewing & buying their creations • Museum of Ventura County, 100 East Main St • Free • 653-0323 • 1-4pm Su, 11/17.

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A riveting multimedia presentation titled On the Trail of Genghis Khan: An Epic Journey Through the Land of the Nomads • UCSB Arts & Lectures • Campbell Hall • $15/$10 • 893-3535 • 8pm Mon, 11/18. ��

Volunteers take a 9 hour training course Adult Literacy Program • Townley Rm Central Library • Free • 5645619 • 10:15am-12:30pm Mon, 11/18-21.

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Celebrated songwriter • SOhO • $20 • 962-7776 • 8pm Mon, 11/18.

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

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. ��

How to get started finding, fixing & flipping houses • Eastside Library, 1102 Montecito St • Free • (888) 285010 • 6-8pm Mon, 11/18.

Stress-relieving 30 minute meditation practice, followed by a special lunch menu • Alchemy Arts, 35

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

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Help for adults just in time for the Holidays • Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Dr • Free • 964-7878 • 4pm Tues, 11/19.

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The new iPads, new computers & Mavericks, Mac OS version • Petrini’s Restaurant, 5711 Calle Real • Free • 967-2866 • 6-8pm Wed, 11/20. ��

Topic: Nuclear Power: A Mistake in Search of a Mission • 1001 Rathmann Hall, Life Sciences Bldg UCSB • Free • 893-2317 • 8pm Wed, 11/20.

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Birds from south-west Colombia • Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta Del Sol • Free • Publicity@Santa BarbaraAudubon.org • 7pm Wed, 11/20.

Identify waste management strategies: 7 sessions • Girvetz Hall, Rm 2108 UCSB • $300 • 893-4200 • 6:30-9:30pm Tues thru 12/3.

Signing their book Christmas in Santa Barbara • Chaucer’s Books, 3321 State St • Free • 682-6787 • 7pm Wed, 11/20.

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Getting an Ear Full: The Story of the Blue Whale • Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del Sol • $10/ Members $8 • 682-4711x170 • 7pm Wed, 11/20.

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

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Issues most important to family businesses • New Vic Theatre, 33 West Victoria St • Free • 965-5400 • 5:307:30pm Tues, 11/19. ��

Enjoy complimentary wine and appetizers and connect with leaders in the 1% For The Planet Network • Workzones, 351 Paseo Nuevo, 2nd Fl • Free • RSVP 450-2357 • 6-8pm Tues, 11/19. ��

Earl Warren Showgrounds • Free • 258-1765 • 7am7:30pm Tues, 11/19. ��

Accepting turkeys, food & donations • SB Rescue Mission, 535 E. Yanonali St • 966-1316 • 8am-5pm Tues, 11/19-22.

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For parents of high school students going through the college application procedure • Montecito Library, 1469 E. Valley Rd • Free • 964-7878 • 10am Wed, 11/20. ��

Creating a memorable hands-on experience. Best for children ages 4 & up • Eastside Library, 1102 E. Montecito St • Free • 564-5603 • 10:30am Wed, 11/20.

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

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Creating a memorable hands-on experience, this event is best for children ages 4 & up • Montecito Library, 1469 E Valley Rd • Free • 564-5603 • 4pm Tues, 11/19.

From his new book of poetry Say This Prayer into the Past • Granada Books, 1224 State St • Free • 565-6051 • 7pm Wed, 11/20.

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Return to Duty: The Ethics of Caring for People in Uncaring Places • McCune Conference Room, 6020 HSSB UCSB • Free • 893-2004 • 4pm Tues, 11/19.

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Boys & Girls Club of SB, 632 E. Canon Perdido St • Free • 957-1115 • 6-7:30pm Mon, 11/18.

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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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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. ��

Personalized classes • La Casa de Maria • $12 • 969-5031 • 4:30-5:45pm Wed & 9-10:15am Fri. ��

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

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Gain insights & awareness about the function of food • Full Spectrum Recovery & Counseling, 601 E Arrellaga St., Suite 102 • $300 • 403-9585 • 5:30-7pm Wed thru 11/29.

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Singing, readings & sharing • First Church of Christ Scientist, 120 E Valerio St • Free • 966-6661 • 7:308:30pm Wed.

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Deane Chapel, Westmont College • Free • 565-6040 • 8pm Wed, 11/20.

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For people age 12 years & older • SB Family YMCA, 36 Hitchcock Way • $10 • (855) 247-9355 • 8am-1pm Thu, 11/21. ��

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

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

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

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

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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.

Memorialize & remember transgender individuals lost as a result of violence • Archway, Courthouse Sunken Gardens • Free • 963-3636x111 • 6-6:30pm Wed, 11/20.

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

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The War on Our Youth • MCC Theater UCSB • Free • 893-8411 • 6pm Thu, 11/21. Don Mankin will present fascinating travel tales & fabulous globe-spanning photography • Free • 877870-4126 • 11am Thu, 11/21. ��

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Creating a memorable hands-on experience, this event is best for children ages 4 & up • Carpinteria Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave • Free • 564-5603 • 3:30pm Thu, 11/21.

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Eyes Wide Open with faculty & student choreographers • Porter Theatre Black Box, Westmont College • $10/$7 • 565-7140 • 8pm Thur, 11/21-23.

From his new book of poetry Say This Prayer into the Past • Kerrwood Hall, Westmont College • Free • 4pm Thu, 11/21. ��

Sculpting & the Lost Wax Casting of the Santa Barbara Dolphin Fountain and the Puerto Vallarta • Maritime Museum, 113 Harbor Way • $10/Members Free • 9628404x115 • 7pm Thu, 11/21. ��

Her new book A Naturalist’s Guide to the Santa Barbara Region • Goleta Library, 500 N. Fairview Ave • Free • 964-7878 • 7pm Thu, 11/21.

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

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

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

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

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

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Review by Alex Henteloff Special to CASA

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His newest collection of stories Stories II • Chaucer’s Books, 3321 State St • Free • 682-6787 • 7pm Fri, 11/22.

The History and Heritage of Coastal Landscapes in Colonial San Francisco Bay • 2001a HSSB UCSB • Free • 893-2004 • 5pm Thu, 11/21.

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About navigating the transition from combat to home • Mosher Alumni House UCSB • Free • 893-2191 • 6pm Thu, 11/21.

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Traditional & modern beats with timely stories from LA streets • MCC Theater UCSB • $15/$5 • 893-8411 • 8pm Fri, 11/22.

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American indie rock band based in San Francisco • SOhO • $13 • 962-7776 • 9:30pm Fri, 11/22.

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With show opener The Handsome Family • UCSB Arts & Lectures • Campbell Hall • $18/$25/$40 • 893-3535 • 8pm Thu, 11/21.

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Chumash Casino, Santa Ynez • $35 • 686-0855 • 8pm Fri, 11/22.

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The original shock rocker • Chumash Casino, Santa Ynez • $35-$65 • 686-0855 • 8pm Thu, 11/21.

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Uptown Lounge, 3126 State St • No Cover • 968-5391 • 8:30-11:30pm Fri, 11/22.

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Paul Bambach conducts • Lehmann Concert Hall UCSB • $15/$7 • 893-3261 • 8pm Thu, 11/21.

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Led by Michel Marc Gervais • St. Anthony’s Chapel, 2300 Garden St • $15/$7 • 893-3261 • 8pm Fri, 11/22.

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Appetizers, wine & beer, followed by the awards ceremony • Bacara Resort & Spa • $85 • 967-2500x4 • 5:30-8:30pm Thu, 11/21.

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Earl Warren Showgrounds • Free • 258-1765 • 7am7:30pm Thu, 11/21.

Seventh-day Adventist Church, 425 Arroyo Rd • Free • 690-6239 • 4-6pm Thu, 11/21.

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Funky Zone Soul Party • Seven Bar & Kitchen , 224 Helena Ave • Free • 845-0377 • 9pm Thu, 11/21.

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Challenges the ideas of classic handbag design rules • Art Museum Store • Free • 884-6454 • 5-8pm Thu, 11/21. ��

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Julie Bischoff will describe her ordeal with Irish socialized medicine • Montecito Country Club • $35/$40 • 699-6756 • 11:30am Thu, 11/21. ��

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

Graduates from eight diverse faith communities will receive their chaplaincy apprentice certiﬁcates •

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Dahlia Court, Carp • Free • 699-7227 • 11am Fri, 11/22.

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A party exclusively for singles 55 & up • Art Innovators Studio, 5370 Hollister Ave Suite 2 • $25 • kaitlyn@sbmatchmaking.com • 6-8pm Fri, 11/22.

�� For parents of high school students going through the college application procedure • Central Library • Free • 964-7878 • 11am Sat, 11/23.

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Enhance personal wellness & learn to care for others • La Casa de Maria, 800 El Boxque Rd • $50 includes lunch • 969-5031 • 9:30am-3:30pm Sat, 11/23.

Her new book: A Naturalist’s Guide to the Santa Barbara Region • Goleta Library, 500 N Fairview Ave • Free • 964-7878 • 7pm Fri, 11/22.

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The Passionate Vegetable & Fresh Food Matters • Plum Goods Store, 909 State St • Free • 845-3909 • 1-4pm Sat, 11/23.

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All Mozart program with Guest Conductor Matthias Bamert • Granada • $28-$153 • 899-2222 • 8pm Sat, 11/23 & 3pm Su, 11/24. ��

Scott Marcus directs • Lehmann Hall UCSB • $15/$7 • 893-3261 • 8pm Sat, 11/23. ��

Puccini’s Tosca • Hahn Hall Music Academy • $27 • 969-8787 • 9:55am Sat, 11/23.

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Of the ﬁlm The Bet to raise funds to purchase & install a larger movie projection screen • Carpinteria Plaza Playhouse Theater • $50 • 729-1663 • 5:30pm Sat, 11/23. ��

Featuring over 35 local artisans showcasing their nature-inspired, handcrafted wares • Botanic Garden, 1212 Mission Cyn Rd • Free • 682-4726 • 10am-4pm Sat, 11/23-24. ��

Featuring the works of South Coast artists & crafters with live music • Massage Gallery, 1506 Chapala St • 448-8967 • 11am-5pm Sat, 11/23. ��

Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Distinguished Community Service Awards • Bacara Resort & Spa • $$ • 564-6670 • 6:30pm Sat, 11/23. ��

Orchid societies from throughout the region participating • Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del Sol Rd • $7/$12 • 682-4711x170 • 10am5pm Sat, 11/23-24. ��

Game booths, food trucks, line dancing & music • Carriage Museum, 129 Castillo St • $5/Free • info@kidshelpingkidssb.org • 6:30-8pm Sat, 11/23.

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Grey Brothers conducts • Deane Chapel, Westmont College • Free • 565-6040 • 7pm Su, 11/24. ��

Winter Concert • San Marcos High, 4750 Hollister Ave • Free • 962-6983 • 2pm Su, 11/24. ��

Will discuss & show clips from his hit series Homeland • Campbell Hall UCSB • Free • 893-2317 • 3pm Su, 11/24.

Shostakovich’s The Nose • Hahn Hall Music Academy • $27 • 969-8787 • 2pm Su, 11/24.

Displays her new mosaics & book The Night Before Christmas • Chaucer’s Books, 3321 State St • Free • 682-6787 • 2pm Su, 11/24.

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philosophy on life changes when he meets the not-so-typical “nice girl” • Isla Vista Theater • $4 • 893-3907 • 7 & 10pm Fr • 11/15. GIRL RISING: An innovative ﬁlm that spotlights the stories of nine unforgettable girls born into unforgiving circumstances • Yoga Soup, 28 Parker Way • $10 • 762-4848 • 7pm Sa • 11/16. SB MUSEUM OF ART: SEVEN CHANCES: A

OUT OF THE BOX THEATRE CO: CARRIE, THE MUSICAL

A classic tale of witchcraft hysteria by American playwright Arthur Miller • Ruston Amphitheater/ Spaulding Auditorium • $10/$5 • 687-1752 x217 • 7pm Fr-Sa • 11/15-11/16. UCSB THEATRE/DANCE: TOP GIRLS

Set in the early Thatcher years, Top Girls is a seminal play of the modern theater, revealing a world of women’s experience at a pivotal moment in British history • UCSB Performing Arts Theater • $17/$13 • 893-7221 • 8pm Fr & 2 & 8pm Sa • 11/15 & 11/16. RUBICON THEATRE: THE SUNSET LIMITED

A searing two-person drama which combines pathos and humor as the lives and beliefs of two strangers converge • Rubicon Theatre, 1006 E. Main St • $25-$49 • 667-2900 • 8pm

man learns he will inherit a fortune if he marries by 7pm Today. Q&A with Charles Wolfe, UCSB Professor of Film & Media Studies • SBMA • Free • RSVP: 963-4364 • 2pm Su • 11/17. MAGIC LANTERN FILMS: THE WAY WAY BACK: Shy 14-year-old Duncan goes on summer

vacation with his mother, her overbearing boyfriend, and her boyfriend’s daughter • Isla Vista Theater • $4 • 893-3907 • 7 & 10pm Mo • 11/18.

MIND ZONE: THERAPISTS BEHIND THE FRONT LINES: Follows therapists with the

113th Army Combat Stress Control unit as they carry out two conﬂicting missions • McCune Conference Rm, 6020 HSSB • Free • 893-3907 • 4pm Mo • 11/18.

A CLOCKWORK ORANGE: In future Britain, charismatic delinquent Alex DeLarge is jailed and volunteers for an experimental aversion therapy developed by the government in an effort to solve society’s crime problem. Q&A with actor Malcolm McDowell • UCSB Pollock Theatre • $10/$5 • 893-4637 • 7pm Tue • 11/19.

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Set today, in a small town, Carrie tells the gripping tale of an awkward teen outcast with a powerful gift, her fanatically religious mother, and the classmates who push her from humiliation to devastating fury • Center Stage Theatre • $20/$15 • 963-0408 • 8pm Fr-Sa, 2pm Su • Through 11/17. PVT WARS: The story of three G.I.s recovering

from Vietnam War injuries whiling away their time on the terrace of an Army hospital • Plaza Playhouse Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave • $15/$12 • 684-6380 • 7:30pm Fri-Sat; 2pm Sun • Through 11/17. SBCC GREAT BOOKS CURRICULUM: ANTIGONE

Directed by Matthew Tavianini, actors perform four, ten-minute scenes from Sophocles’ Antigone, the tragic story of war, loyalty, love, pride, deﬁance, power, and fate • SB Museum of Art • Free • 963-4364 • 5:30-6:15pm Th • 11/21.

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SBCC THEATRE GROUP: PROJECT LOVE

A devised play about the myriad forms and expressions of love that was researched, written, and then performed by SBCC students • SBCC Jurkowitz Theatre • $8-$16 • 965-5935 • 7:30pm We-Sat; 2pm Sun; 2 & 7:30pm Sat (11/23) • Through 11/23. GENESIS WEST: THE DESIGNATED MOURNER

A monologue-triptych in which three artist intellectuals recount their experiences as their once liberal country sinks into political crisis • McDermott-Crockett Mortuary, 2020 Chapala St • $25/$20 • 969-5637 • 8pm Sa (11/16), Th-Sa (11/21-11/23), Fr-Sa (12/6 &12/7) • Through 12/7. PCPA THEATER: MARY POPPINS

Mary Poppins is the practically perfect nanny who helps us learn to take our medicine with a spoonful of sugar, ﬁnd the silver lining in every situation, and realize that sometimes we should just use the winds of change to go ﬂy a kite • Marian Theatre, 800 S. College Dr. • From $25 - $37.50 • 922-8313 • 7pm Th, Fr, Sa; 1:30pm We, Sa, Su • Through 12/22.

Mountainﬁlm hits the road offering a six-senses experience of art, adventure, culture, and the environment in an eclectic and exciting program of short ﬁlms, animation and digital media • UCSB Arts & Lectures • Campbell Hall • $15/$10 • 893-3535 • 7:30pm Wed • 11/20. THE SHOWCASE FILM SERIES: WE ARE WHAT WE ARE: The Parkers, a reclusive family who

follow ancient customs, ﬁnd their secret existence threatened as a torrential downpour moves into their area • Plaza De Oro Theatre, 371 S. Hitchcock Way • $9.75/$6.25 SBIFF Members • 963-0023 • 7:30pm Wed • 11/20.

CUP OF CULTURE: WHO KILLED VINCENT CHIN?: Recounts the murder of Vincent Chin, an

automotive engineer mistaken as Japanese who was slain by an assembly line worker who blamed him for the competition by the Japanese auto makers that were threatening his job • UCSB MCC Theatre • Free • 893-8411 • 6pm Wed • 11/20. MEDIUM COOL: TV news cameraman ﬁnds

himself becoming personally involved in the violence that erupts around the 1968 Democratic National Convention. Q&A with Director/ Cinematographer Haskell Wexler • UCSB Pollock Theatre • $10/$5 • 893-4637 • 7pm Thur • 11/20. THE SANTA YNEZ RIVER WILDERNESS: A

comprehensive natural history of the Santa Barbara back country featuring prominent local experts in biology, anthropology, and geology. Q&A will follow • The Wildling Museum, 1511-B Mission Dr, Solvang • $10/$5 • 688-1082 • 7pm Fri • 11/22.

METROPOLITAN OPERA “LIVE IN HD”: TOSCA: Riccardo Frizza conducts Puccini’s

sweeping, dramatic tale of murder, lust, and political intrigue • MAW, Hahn Hall • $27 • 969-

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THE BET: Gala fundraising event for Carpinteria Plaza Playhouse Theater will feature a screening of The Bet, a coming-of-age story directed by Finola Hughes • Plaza Playhouse Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave • $10 matinee/$50 gala premiere • 684-6380 • 2pm matinee/ 5:30pm gala Sat • 11/23. METROPOLITAN OPERA “LIVE IN HD”: THE NOSE: Shostakovich’s shocking,

unconventional opera about a beleaguered Russian ofﬁcial and his runaway nose • MAW, Hahn Hall • $27 • 969-8787 • Encore 2pm Su • 11/24. GIDEON RAFF - PRISONERS OF WAR & HOMELAND: Raff, creator, writer, and director

of the Israeli television drama series, Prisoners of War (Hatuﬁm), which served as the inspiration for its critically acclaimed US adaptation, Homeland, will show clips and will explore the connections between what The New York Times called “two TV siblings” • UCSB Campbell Hall • Free • 893-2317 • 3pm Sun • 11/24.

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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

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

STYLISH MOUNTAIN RETREAT$4,399,000

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IMPECCABLY RENOVATED $3,795,000 Impeccably renovated to the studs with the highest standard throughout. Dramatic mountain & golf course views with 1 bed detached gst house. Marilyn Moore, 805.689.0507

YOUR OWN RESORT $3,500,000 Across from La Cumbre CC with golf course & lake views, private beach nearby. 5bd/5.5ba classic Spanish with resort quality pool & grounds. Gail/Carey, 805.689.7767

CALIFORNIA DREAMING! $3,495,000 Commanding ocean views and gorgeous sunsets. Remodeled in 2000 and meticulously maintained. Located in desirable Rincon Beach location. Pippa Davis, 805.886.0174

JUST LISTED $3,395,000 3BD/4.5BA, library, office, media room, garage, gourmet kitchen. Stunning 2006 built urban town home in the heart of SB Cultural Center. 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

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MEDITERRANEAN $2,999,000 By renowned builder William Painter. Architectural excellence complimented by custom designer finishes. Gameroom, pool & gourmet kitchen. Darin Guglielmo, 805.698.8260

PANORAMIC VIEWS $2,995,000 www.RanchoOjai.net. Panoramic views expand to 4 counties including, Topa Topa Mtns, Channel Islands and overlooking Ventura & Oxnard. Natalie Grubb, 805.895.6226

HOPE RANCH CUSTOM HOME$2,850,000

Designed in 1962 by notable Seattle architects, Bain & Overturf, with walls of glass, and mtn views on 1.6 acres. 4 bdrms/3 bths plus guest suite. Pamela Regan, 805.895.2760

JUST LISTED $ 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. Tim Walsh, 805.259.8808

COMMERCIAL INVESTMENT $2,379,000 National Tenant, great lease and income, easy management make this rare in today's market. Marty Rodgers, 805.886.1459

WELCOME HOME $2,250,000 Lovely California cottage with 4 bedrooms & 3.5 baths in highly sought after Cold Spring attendance area. Glorious lush front & back yards. Susan Pate, 805.895.9385

PENTHOUSE $2,150,000 Top floor Penthouse at prestigious El Escorial Villas. 2 BDRM , 2 1/2BTH w/ laundry facility, in excellent condition, many recent upgrades. Wayne Barker, 805.637.2948

SPACIOUS & VIEWS $2,150,000 Meticulously cared for home sits on an acre with panoramic views. Offering 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, this single level home is move-in ready. Emily/Philippa, 805.252.2773

OCEAN, MOUNTAIN VIEWS $1,695,000 Ocean & Mountain Views - 3 bed, 2.5 bath, highest quality contemporary with an open & inviting floor plan on 1+ acre, room for pool and more Gregg Leach, 805.886.9000

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JUST LISTED $1,695,000 Move in ready ranch style 3 bedrooms & 2 full baths offer nicely arranged private living quarters + Guest suite on one full acre of land. Susan Jordano, 805.680.9060

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

WONDERFULLY LARGE $1,499,000 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

JUST REDUCED $1,395,000 Views of mountains, city, ocean & islands. Single level living in this three bedroom, three bath ranch style home with expansive patios. Susan Jordano, 805.680.9060

RESORT STYLE $1,385,000 Private, ocean view, tropical resort style living. Custom built 2002. 2 bed/2 bth. Fireplace in Master & Living room. Waterfall, Koi pond. John Faulkner, 805.570.9454

JUST LISTED $1,297,000 Rarely available 3/2.5 end unit in quiet community of 27 homes of Eucalyptus Hill Circle. Inviting, expansive views from every living area. Mary Lu Edick, 805.565.8871

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

POSTCARD-PERFECT $1,248,000 1930’s Spanish style 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is conveniently located in one of Santa Barbara's most desirable areas. David Hekhouse, 805.455.2113

STUNNING 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

LINCOLNWOOD $1,195,000 Hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, FP, formal dining room & eat-in kitchen. Beautiful landscape. Monte Vista, La Colina & Santa Barara HS. Bob Curtis, 805.895.1951

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

UPPER EAST DUPLEX $995,000 Each unit has 1 bed / 1 bath, living dining, kitchen & their own in unit laundry, private fenced patio & lawn area. Shared 2 car garage. Jeff/Julie, 805.895.2944

SUMMERLAND RETREAT $865,000 3 bd, 2 bth, 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

ALMA DEL PUEBLO $855,000 International unit, located in the Center of Santa Barbara’s cultural & performing arts scene is Alma Del Pueblo. Elizabeth Wagner, 805.895.1467

JUST LISTED $745,000 2BD/2BA, top floor polo condo. Beautiful remodel. Susie Maybery, 805.565.8884

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POLO CONDO $700,000 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Polo Condo. Homeowner’s Dues: $462.00/Month. Dues cover: water, gas, trash, security gate, laundry rooms, pool & more! Susie Maybery, 805.565.8884

JUST LISTED $625,000 Storefront opportunity approx. 1700 SqFt in Old Town Goleta. Excellent development potential. Property is being sold as is. Marcos Lazaro, 805.637.9121

JUST LISTED $599,000 Updated kitchen & dining area; high ceilings, wood floors & tiled fireplace in LR; generous sized flat lot, 2 car-garage. GrubbCampbell.com Natalie/Brian 805.895.6226

EL ESCORIAL VILLAS $575,000 1BD, El Escorial Villa - Enjoy Resort Like Living & beautiful mountain views over red tile roofs & lush landscaping. Move in ready. John Sirois, 805.455.6277

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

SAN ANTONIO VILLAGE $549,000 Two story townhouse, completely remodeled & updated! 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, community pool, spa & clubhouse! Close to bike path to beach. Julie/Jeff, 805.895.9498

JUST LISTED $469,000 Single story ground floor end-unit w/ rare fenced back patio/yard area. Sunny & south facing. Single garage space directly behind unit. John Bahura, 805.680.5175

LOWEST PRICED UNIT! $414,900 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

JUST LISTED $398,000 Upper level 2 bedroom condo located in a quiet part of the association. Fresh paint and newer carpets, this home is ready for a new owner. Thomas Johansen, 805.886.1857

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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JUST LISTED $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

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

SWEEPING VIEWS $1,300,000 9+ private, peaceful acres w/ sweeping ocean & mountain views & a lagoonstyle pool create an incredible estate site to build a dream home. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

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

LA ROMANA ESTATES From $895,000 Exclusive Gated Community of only 24 homes. A rare opportunity to own & build your dream home. www.LaRomanaLiving.com Dianne Johnson, 805.455.6570

PLANS AVAILABLE $825,000 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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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

JUST LISTED $450,000 Approx Lot Sq Ft 5,000. Don't let this opportunity pass you by and schedule a meeting with your contractor and get a deal on a duplex. Marcos Lazaro, 805.637.9121

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The 400-year-old Winter Market in the town of Jokkmokk, where Sami wear their colorful traditional clothing. Photo by Birgitte Aarestrup

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(Back) Manuel Unzueta, Danny Meza, Mayor Helene Schneider, Miguel Alvarez, Miguel Moreno, Nicolas Dominguez, and Ashley Hernandez. (Front) Miguel Rodriguez, Alexandra Hallman, Jenny Peñaloza, Rocelia Rodriguez, and Jasmine Linares

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Call For Entries 2013: Julia Hickey, M. Helsenrott Hochhauser, Katy McCarthy, Marco Pinter, and Christopher Ulivo Bloom Projects: Ro Snell, All that is left

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Carmen, 36 x 24, Oil on Canvas, by Terry Miura

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Dr. Joseph Dibartolomeo and Maxine Dibartolomeo

Luci Janssen and Richard Janssen

Sarah Schlinger Chrisman, President Granada Bd and Roger Chrisman

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Conductor Christopher Larkin; OSB’s Artistic Director Jose Maria Condemi; Sean Cavenaugh; and Joan Rutkowski, OSB Board Chair

Donna and Sheriff Bill Brown; A.C. Moore, OSB Board Member; and Gün Malmstrom

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