CASA Magazine: May 23, 2014 by Voice Magazine / CASA

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HEN MARICEL HINES, HUGO GARCIA, AND KAREN PHILLIPS, of Art & Elements ﬁrst saw the home that became their current project, they “fell in love with this house immediately, partly because it just needed so much help!” they shared. From electrical and plumbing through the last cosmetic detail, they have worked as a team to transform the home. The end result “just takes your breath away,” Hines said. Art & Elements’ concept is to salvage, reuse, and refurbish as much as they can. As a team, Hines and Phillips use their experience and creativity to give new life to long neglected houses and found pieces. On these projects, they are in charge of the interior and landscape design and they

are treasure hunters. Hugo Garcia is the team’s General Contractor and Jose Luis Esparza is the architect. On their current project, they brought in antique light ﬁxtures and hardware and re-purposed, unique, old furniture into sinks and cabinets. The team also salvaged and refurbished amazing over-sized, thick, mahogany doors, throughout the house. A pair of doors leading to the master bedroom were so tall and heavy that in order to install them, “we had to raise the entire ceiling of the room just to make room for the header,” Garcia explained. The Art and Elements team also designed and built fences and gates and installed a drought tolerant, simple, and stunning landscape. Olive trees, iceberg roses, and lavenders make a silver and

Everybody loves before and after shots. This transformation made this backyard almost unrecognizable.

A spectacular 3” thick mohany front door, antique hardware and light ﬁxtures. Creative placement of berms and boulders totally transformed the sense of arrival, custom fencing and low water landscape completed a dramatic change to this house.

white color palette with yellow climbing roses for a touch of color. Old trees there were preserved, forming centerpieces in the new landscape. A&E strives to build and restore homes to their former splendor and at the same time help the earth by reusing as many 2905 Verde Vista in the San Roque area will be materials possible. “We are excited to be working ready this June. on a number of unique houses, such as 2905 Verde Vista in the San Roque Area,” Hines and Phillips added. “We are planning to have this beauty ﬁnished and on the market for the new home owners to enjoy by the end of next month.” �

www.artandelements.com

Toll Free 855-839-9900 • Tel 805-845-9292

Carrara Marble ﬂoors and shower walls. Refurbish leaded glass window. A pair of antique dressers reinvented as his and her vanity.

Upcoming Projects: 1721 Santa Barbara Street will be restored to its former splendor by the end of this year. Crisp white walls, dark wood ﬂoors and a simple limestone ﬁreplace on the living room. Salvage wood brackets crown the kitchen entry.

Unique upper cabinets repurposed from an old media cabinets; an antique light ﬁxture and salvage/restored lower cabinets make this kitchen trully one of a kind.

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Photos by Michael Brown of the Chidren’s Creative Project

Local artists create chalk works in 150 street-painting spaces in front of Mission SB.

�� For children, a special street painting area is �� created with 2-by-2 feet squares that can be �� purchased during festival hours for $10. The �� fee includes a box of chalk for young painters. �� Photo courtesy of CCP

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A wide variety of chalk paintings will be started and completed during the three day festival.

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Por Melinda Burns / From MissionandState.org

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�� Lake Cachuma has shrunk to 36 percent of capacity. �� Read more at MissionandState.org ��

Photo by Mike Eliason for Mission & State

By Melinda Burns / From MissionandState.org

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�� Para el artículo completo en Inglés visite: MissionandState.org Translated by Jeanette Casillas / CASA

EDUCATION

EDUCACIÓN

ENVIRONMENT

MEDIO AMBIENTE

HEALTH

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POLICY PUBLIC SAFETY SOCIAL ISSUES CULTURE

IN-DEPTH JOURNALISM FROM THE HEART OF SANTA BARBARA PERIODISMO A FONDO DEL CORAZÓN DE SANTA BARBARA

(805) 845-0756 • info@missionandstate.org • missionandstate.org

POLÍTICA SEGURIDAD PÚBLICA ASUNTOS SOCIALES CULTURA

Mission & State translations are a collaboration between the Miller-McCune Center for Research, Media, and Public Policy, which publishes the award-winning national magazine Paciﬁc Standard, and CASA Magazine.

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Santa Barbara Natural History Museum

Luke Swetland Energizes Community Institution By Lucy Barnes / CASA

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Museo de Historia Natural de Santa Bárbara

Luke Swetland energiza la institución comunitaria Por Lucy Barnes / CASA

�� Stacey Byers and Luke Swetland �� Fundado en 1916, el SBNHM es el museo más �� antiguo de SB. Se encuentra en Mission Canyon, detrás de la Misión de SB. Para más información �� visita www.sbnature.org �� Translated by Jeanette Casillas / CASA

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Downtown Santa Barbara serves as the champion and advocate for the merchants and property owners of the downtown district in Santa Barbara, with more than 1400 members. The Downtown Organization represents a vibrant, authentic downtown core that celebrates itself as an urban community and an internationally known destination. It also manages the Downtown Santa Barbara Business Improvement District (BID), providing enhanced services to make Downtown Santa Barbara a cleaner, safer, and more vibrant place for visitors, investors, and residents. Downtown Santa Barbara Ofﬁces are located at 27-B East De la Guerra Street. Reach them at 962-2098 or visit online at www.santabarbaradowntown.com

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�� The Green Business Program of Santa Barbara County is a free program to help your business:

Businesses that are City water customers can save water and money through these programs:

• Save water, reduce waste, improve air quality, prevent pollution – and save money!

• Free indoor and outdoor water checkup to evaluate all uses on property. Rebates may be available on a case by case basis.

• Receive free advertising and promotion.

• Free restaurant table tents to alert customers that water is only served on request.

• Set your business apart from the rest and serve as a leader in sustainability.

• Free towel and linen cards for hotels.

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�� Sara Miller McCune �� The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is a 78-acre �� educational and scientiﬁc institution that fosters �� the conservation of California’s native plants �� through our gardens, research and education, and serves as a role model �� for sustainable practice. The Garden �� was founded in 1926 and is among �� the nation’s oldest botanic gardens �� focused exclusively on native plants. For more information, visit www.sbbg.org �� The UC Santa Barbara Library enables �� exploration and collaboration �� for scholars in their intellectual �� engagement with the world of ideas and the creation of knowledge. �� Reinventing the Library, a campaign �� to raise funds for both capital and collection �� enhancement, is currently underway in �� conjunction with a state bond fund initiative. For more information, contact Rebecca Metzger, �� Asst Univ. Librarian for Outreach, at 893-2674. �� Sara Miller McCune is the founder and current �� Executive Chair of SAGE Publications, Inc., �� co-founder of Sage Publications India Pvt. Ltd., and president of the McCune Foundation. With �� her husband George D. McCune, Ms. Miller�� McCune built SAGE into a leading international �� independent publisher of books and journals. �� In 2007, she founded the Miller-McCune Center for Research, Media and Public Policy that �� published the award-winning print and online �� magazine, Paciﬁc Standard. �� Courtesy photos

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�� THEATRE REVIEW ��

�� Matt Gottlieb as Rothko and Shaun Anthony as his assistant Ken in Ensemble �� Theatre Company’s Red �� Alex Henteloff, a member of the �� Academy of Television Arts & Sciences �� with over 40 years experience in �� the theatre, has spent most of his �� professional career as an actor. Email �� him at papaalex@verizon.net.

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THE SHOWCASE FILM SERIES: YOUNG & BEAUTIFUL: After losing her virginity, Isabelle

takes up a secret life as a call girl, meeting her clients for hotel-room tryst • Plaza De Oro Theatre, 371 S. Hitchcock Way • $9.75/$6.25 SBIFF Members • 963-0023 • 7:30pm Wed • 5/28. CUP OF CULTURE: NARCO CULTURA:

An explosive look at the drug cartels’ pop culture inﬂuence on both sides of the border as experienced by an LA narcocorrido singer. UCSB PhD candidate, Steven Osuna, will share his research on this new subculture • MultiCultural Ctr Theater • Free • 893-8411 • 6pm Wed • 5/28.

LUTAH: Explores the life of Lutah Marie Riggs, a little

known architect who left a big legacy • SB Historical Museum • Members $20/Guests $30 • Reservations req: 966-1601 x 101 • 5:30pm Thur • 5/29.

FAMILIES ACT MOVIE NIGHT: THE HOUSE I LIVE IN: An award winning doc which examines

the War On Drugs • Antioch University, 602 Anacapa St • Free • 962-8179 • 7pm Thur • 5/29.

THE VIKING BATTALION: This documentary

contains interviews about a 1942 rare experiment in American military history beginning with the activation of the 99th Infantry Battalion composed of Norwegians and Norwegian Americans • Goleta Library • Free • 681-0083 • 6pm Fri • 5/30.

UCSB THEATRE/DANCE: EQUIVOCATION

In 1606, Robert Cecil, prime minister to King James I of England, commissions Shakespeare to write a play about the recent Gunpowder Plot, an attempt to blow up the King and his court • UCSB Performing Arts Theater • $17/$13 • 893-7221 • 8pm Fr-Sa (5/23-5/25) Th-Sa (5/29-5/31), 2pm Sa (5/31) • 5/23-5/31. RUBICON THEATRE: COLLECTED STORIES

Emmy Award-winner Susan Clark and Meghan Andrews star in this compelling play about respect, rivalry, betrayal and honor • Rubicon Theatre, 1006 E. Main St • $25-$49 • 667-2900 • 8pm Th-Fri; 2 & 8pm Sat; 2pm Sun; 2 & 7pm Wed • 5/28-6/22. CIRCLE BAR B THEATRE: MURDER BY THE BOOK

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A hapless young Viking who aspires to hunt dragons becomes the unlikely friend of a young dragon himself, and learns there may be more to the creatures than he assumed.

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Kick off Father’s Day Weekend with this family favorite featuring the most unusual and lovable father, Gru. Gru is recruited by the Anti-Villain League to help deal with a powerful new super criminal.

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An ordinary LEGO miniﬁgure, mistakenly thought to be the extraordinary MasterBuilder, is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil LEGO tyrant from gluing the universe together.

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Calling all Princesses! Grab your gowns and tiara’s to dress up for this adventure and be ready to sing-along while we watch fearless optimist Anna team up with Kristoff in an epic journey, encountering Everest-like conditions, and a hilarious snowman named Olaf in a race to ﬁnd Anna’s sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom in eternal winter.

A thriller writer indulges in vitriolic word duels with his estranged wife until she shoots him • 1800 Refugio Rd • $49/$42 Seniors • 967-1962 • Fr-Sa 7pm Dinner & 8pm Show / Su 1pm Lunch & 2pm Show • 5/30-7/13. THE CHILDREN’S MONTESSORI SCHOOL : THE JUNGLE BOOK - KIDS

Music and lyrics by Richard M. Sherman, Robert B. Sherman, and Terry Gilkyson; Book adapted and additional lyrics by Marcy Heisler; Music adapted and arranged by Bryan Louiselle • Center Stage Theatre • $12/$10 • 963-0408 • 1pm Sat • 5/31. ENSEMBLE THEATRE: RED

A searing and humorous study of famed abstract expressionist painter Mark Rothko’s ambition and vulnerability • New Vic, 33 W Victoria St • $40$65 • 965-5400 • 8pm We-Sa; 2 & 7pm Sun (No 7pm Sun 5/25); 7pm Tue (5/20); Matinee: 4pm Sat (5/24) • Thru 6/1.

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

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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.

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Web marketing seminar by Taylor Reaume • Verde Restaurant, 532 State St • Lunch/$20 • (800) 605-4988 • 12:30-2pm Fri.

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Featuring photos, biographies & recordings of the world’s greatest classical vocalists • Karl Geiringer Hall UCSB • Free • 893-3230 • 2pm Fri, 5/23. ��

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Featuring a variety of artists • Wildcat Lounge, 15 W Ortega St • $5 cover • 962-7970 • 7:30pm Fri, 5/23. ��

An array of dance genres will be presented by 136 students • SB High Theatre • $7/$10 • 966-9101x250 • 7pm Fri, 5/23. ��

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

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With Jessica Kolbe • Linden Ave beach, Carp • $10$15 • 705-3426 • 5-6pm Fri. ��

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

Promoting his 2nd album Peddlers and Ghosts • 1880 Union Hotel, 362 Bell St, Los Alamos • No cover • 344-2744 • 8-11pm Fri, 5/23. ��Geiringer

Hall UCSB • Free • 893-3230 • 7:30pm Fri, 5/23. ��

Fundraiser for the Brazilian Cultural Arts Ctr & Solstice Carnaval • SOhO • $12/$10 • 962-7776 • 8:30pm Fri, 5/23.

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Jewelry, gemstones, beads, crystals & more • Earl Warren Showgrounds • $7 weekend pass • (503) 2528300 • Noon-6pm Fri, 5/23 & 10am-6pm Sat, 5/24-25. ��

Linda Krop will discuss fracking & other threats to SB environment • First Congregational Church, 2101 State St • Potluck lunch • 963-3636x230 • Non-1:30pm Fri, 5/23. ��

In support of Das’ re-election campaign • Rancho del Fenix, 10696 Calle Quebrada • $75 • RSVP: 620-7165 • 6:30-8:30pm Fri, 5/23.

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

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Become comfortable using your tablets • Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Dr • Free • 688-4214 • 11am Fri, 5/23. ��

For those who would like to practice their French language conversation skills • Montecito Library • Free • 969-5063 • 2-3pm 1st & 3rd Fri.

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Own personal one-of-a-kind items from the Academy Award-winning actress & style icon • Cabana Home, 111 Santa Barbara St • Free • 962-0220 • 10am-6pm Mon-Sat thru 5/31.

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30-minute tour followed by a visit to the scenic fourthﬂoor Crow’s nest for wine tasting • Maritime Museum, 113 Harbor Wy • $30 • 962-8404 • 4-5:30pm Fri, 5/23.

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Participants will create their own costumes that will transform them into various characters from Star Wars • Goleta Library, 500 N Fairview Ave • Free • 964-7878 • 12:30-2:30pm Sat, 5/24. ��

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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ArtBark presents a celebration of boutique performing arts collectives & companies • Montecito School of Ballet, 529 E Guttierrez St • Free • 569-0389 • 5pm Sat, 5/24. ��

This year’s production Varsity Bound in 1924 • Marjorie Luke Theatre at SB Jr. Hi • $13/$5 • 687-7816

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Thumbelina • Lobero Theatre • $14/$25 • 963-0761 • 2, 6pm Sat, 5/24 & 2pm Su, 5/25.

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Interval-based cardio workout • SB Dance Ctr, 127-A W Canon Perdido • $15 • 899-2901 • 2pm Sat. ��

With Jessica Kolbe • Linden Ave beach, Carp • $10$15 • 705-3426 • 9:15-10:15am Sat. ��

With Jessica Kolbe • 4690 Carpinteria Av • $10-$15 • 705-3426 • 11-12:15am Sat. ��

5718 Hollister Av, #105 • $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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Water in Your Garden – Friend or Foe? • Louise Lowry Davis Ctr, 1232 De La Vina St • Free • 893-3485 • 1011am Sat, 5/24. ��

Get Well Soon Ocean with guest artist Nina Hager • Art From Scrap, 302 E Cota St • $8 • 884-0459 • 10amnoon, Sat, 5/24. ��

Instructor Ralph Clevenger leads a photography workshop focusing on small animal subjects • SB Zoo • $260/$200 • 962-5339x148 • 8am-3pm Sat, 5/24. ��

Participants will create costumes that transform them into various characters from Star Wars • Goleta Library, 500 N Fairview Ave • Free • 964-7878 • 12:302:30pm Sat, 5/24.

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80’s tunes spun by DJ Darla Bea of KCSB-FM • Del Pueblo Cafe 5134 Hollister Ave • No cover • 692-8800 • 9:30pm-12:30am Sat, 5/24

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With Jeannette Weisskopf • In various nature and garden parks • Free • Details: 452-0706 • 9:30am Su. ��

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

Alameda Park • Free • 683-7554 • 8-10am Su. ��

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

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Mahakankala Buddhist Ctr, 508 Brinkerhoff Ave • $10 • 563-6000 10:30-noon Su, thru 6/22.

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Turtle-themed Story Time, arts & crafts, keeper talks, & turtle encounters • SB Zoo • Free with Zoo admission • 962-5339 • 11am-3pm Su, 5/25.

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An afternoon of live music, garden games & fun in celebration of the ﬁrst phases of the Arboretum Restoration Project • Rancho La Patera & Stow House, 304 N Los Carneros Rd • Free • 681-7216 • 3-5pm Su, 5/25. ��

30-minute conversations about the exhibitions on view, hosted by creatives in the community • Museum of Contemporary Art • Free • 966-5373 • 1pm Wed.

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With The Voice of Reason, Friends with Strangers feat. Marley Quinn • SOhO • $10 • 962-7776 • 6pm Su, 5/25.

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SOhO • $10 • 962-7776 • 6pm Sat, 5/24.

With dance lesson • SOhO • $12/$15 • 962-7776 • 9pm Sat, 5/24. ��

Legendary singer-songwriter, guitarist in a solo tour • Granada Theatre • $33-$78 • 899-2222 • 8pm Sat, 5/24.

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Railroad Museum daytrip aboard two historic rail cars to San Luis Obispo & back • $79 • 680-0397 • 10am5pm Sat, 5/24. ��

Jewelry from India, silk shawls, Guatemalan handbags & back packs • Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del Sol Rd • Free with admission • 682-4711 • 10am-5pm Sat, 5/24.

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

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Live music, garden games & fun in celebration of the Arboretum Restoration Project • Rancho La Patera & Stow House, 304 N Los Carneros Rd • Free/food for purchase • 681-7216 • 3-5pm Su. 5/25.

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Democratic congressional candidate from San Luis Obispo County • Goleta Valley Community Ctr, 5679 Hollister Ave • Free • 544-5135 • 2-4pm Sat, 5/24.

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. ��

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

La Casa 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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Interval-based cardio workout • SB Dance Ctr, 127-A W Canon Perdido • $15 • 899-2901 • 9:30-10:30am Mon, Fri.

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

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

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One-on-one tutoring for adults • Goleta Library, 500 N Fairview Ave • Free • 964-7878 • 11am-noon Mon.

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Library Dances at San Marcos High May 27th & 28th

�� Cecily Stewart, founder �� of Library Dances �� Tickets for Libary Dances are $15/$20. �� To purchase tickets call 252-1324. �� To watch the interview with Cecily Stewart visit �� www.bravocalifornia.com ��

Literature Brought To Life Through Dance

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Photo by Kaitlyn Stewart

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West Coast Chamber Orchestra in an all-Bach program • First United Methodist Church, 305 E Anapamu St • $10-$25 • 963-4408 • 8pm Mon, 5/26.

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

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Afro-Brazilian Martial Art form • Recreation Ctr, 100 E Carrillo St, Studio 2 • $20 • 280-9742 • 6-7pm Tues. La Casa De Maria • donation • 969-5031 • 10:3011:30am Tues. ��

Grief support groups • Hospice of SB, 2050 Alameda Padre Serra, #100 • Free • 563-8820x110 • noon, Tues.

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Interval-based cardio workout • SB Dance Ctr, 127-A W Canon Perdido • $15 • 899-2901 • 5:30pm Wed. 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.

Computers, printers, fax machines, TVs, VCRs, DVD & CD players, radios, telephones, microwaves, etc. • South Coast Recycling & Transfer Station, 4430 Calle Real • Free • 681-4345 • 7am-5pm Mon-Sat.

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Join vets for a thoughtful one hour ceremony at the SB Cemetery to remember all those who have served & fallen • SB Cemetary, 901 Channel Dr • Free • 2594394 • 10am Mon, 5/26.

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

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

Trained volunteers assist students with understanding & completing assignments • Central Library • Free • 5645603 • 3:30-6:30pm Tues & Thu, 2:30-5:30pm Wed.

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Two classic tales brought to life through dance by State Street Ballet dancers & San Msrco High theatre students • San Marcos High Theater • $15-$20 • 2521324 • 7pm Tues, 5/27-28.

Radioactive isotope expert Ken Buesseler will share his expertise on the fallout expected to arrive on the West Coast later this year • Campbell Hall UCSB • Free • 893-7220 • 7pm Tues, 5/27. Maurice Lord teaches actors how to sharpen their tools • $250 (8wks) • Register: 969-5637 • 7pm Tues.

Folk-rock duo • SOhO • $13 • 962-7776 • 8pm Tues, 5/27.

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Weekly one-day Juice Cleanse • Alchemy Arts Ctr, 35 West Haley St • $75 • 899-8811 • 9:30am Wed. Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital • Free • 694-2351 • Noon-1pm Wed. SB Cottage Hosp • Free • 569-7201 • 10-11am Wed.

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�� Carneros Rd • $10 • 681-7216 • 5:30pm Wed, 5/28.

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

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Earl Warren Showgrounds • Free • 258-1765 • 7am7:30pm Tues, 5/27.

Bronfman Family Jewish Comm. Ctr, 524 Chapala St • Donation • 957-1115 • 10:30-Noon Wed.

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Computers, printers, fax machines, TVs, VCRs, DVD & CD players, radios, telephones, microwaves, etc. • 4004 Foxen Cyn Rd, Los Olivos • Free • 688-3555 • 8:30-4pm Tu-Sat.

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

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Returning from a successful two week tour in Europe • Center Stage Theater, Paseo Nuevo • $22/$16 • 9630408 • 8pm Wed, 5/28-29.

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Support group for those grieving a loved one • Hospice of SB • Free • 563-8820x110 • 5:30-7pm 1st & 3rd Wed. ��

With Jessica Kolbe • Linden Ave beach, Carp • $10$15 • 705-3426 • 3:30-4:30pm Wed.

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Sowing The Seeds of Victory: focusing on household agriculture like the victory gardens of the second World War • Rancho La Patera & Stow House, 304 N Los

The Question: What Makes You Feel Loved? • Chaucer’s Books, 3321 State St • Free • 682-6787 • 7pm Wed, 5/28. Birds in Black...and Blue, Corvids of the Santa Ynez Valley • SB Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta Del Sol • Free • 682-4711x170 • 7pm Wed, 5/28. ��

Primal movement & exercise patterns that are used to transform the body to a pain-free, radiant condition • Schott Center, 310 W.Padre St • $30 • 687-0812 • 10:15am-12:15pm Wed, 5/28 & 6/4.. ��

Postpartum Education for Parents volunteer training • Free • trainer@sbpep.org • 6-9pm Wed thru 6/4. ��

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

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.

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Two voices, an acoustic guitar, melodica & ukulele SOhO • $25 • 962-7776 • 7pm Wed, 5/28. ��

Instrumentality: Technologies of Voice in the New Orleans Brass Band • Rm 1145, Music Building, UCSB • Free • 3:30pm Wed, 5/28.

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

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Violin Prodigy Alexander Fried, When I was young . . .

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Donation • 403-5113 • 7-9am Fri, 5/30-7/4.

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

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SB Cottage Hosp Courtyard • Free • Noon-5pm Wed.

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Aworkshop for parents of children with communication difﬁculties • Bronfman Family Ctr, 524 Chapala St • Free • 957-1116x109 • 7-8pm Thu, 5/29.

Wine lovers & dance aﬁcionados are invited to party with wine, tapas, DJ to raise funds for student scholarships • AVA & PALI WIne Center, 116 E Yanonnali St • $75 • www.ssbfunkzonestyle. com • 7-10pm Thu, 5/29.

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Meetings every First Thursday • Montecito Library • Free • 969-5063 • 3:30-5pm Thu.

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With Jessica Kolbe • Jewish Federation, 524 Chapala St • $7-$10 • 705-3426 • 3:30-4:30pm Thu. ��

With Jessica Kolbe • 4690 Carp Ave, Carp • $10-$15 • 705-3426 • 5:30-6:45 pm Thu. ��

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

Taught by certiﬁed Zumba Instructor • Brasil Arts Cafe, 1230 State St • $10 drop-in • 259-4633 • Noon, Thu. ��

To discuss City of Santa Barbara Fats, Oils & Grease (FOG) Control Program Requirements • Cabrillo Pavilion Arts Ctr, 1118 E Cabrillo Blvd • Free • 5645412 • 9-11am Thu, 5/29. ��

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

Work on projects in the company of others • Central Library • Free • 564-5604 • 4-5:30pm Thu. ��

The public are invited to make suggestions on other representation options & aspects of the City election system • Faulkner Gallery • Free • 564-5307 • 6pm Thu, 5/29.

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

SBCH MacDougall Eye Ctr, 2400 Bath St • Free • 5698264 • 2:30-4:30pm Thu.

Directed by Paul Bambach • Lotte Lehmann Concert Hall, UCSB • $10/$5 • 893-3230 • 8pm Thu, 5/29. ��

Unique blend of rock & electro • SOhO • $10/$15 • 962-7776 • 9pm Thu, 5/29. ��

High-energy & visually accurate recreation of a Bruce Springsteen & The E St. Band show • Chumash Casino, Santa Ynez • $20 • 686-0855 • 8pm Thu, 5/29.

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

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The ﬁnal show before summer • Chase Palm Park • Free • 861-8128 • 5:30-8pm Fri, 5/30. ��

The Whitney Houston Show starring Belinda Davids • Granada Theatre • $49-$59 • 899-2222 • 8pm Fri, 5/30. ��

Choral ensembles perform rarely heard sacred works of the Renaissance • Trinity Episcopal Church, State & Micheltorena St • $10/$5 • 893-3230 • 8pm Fri, 5/30. ��

Classic favorites & tribute to the Allman Band • SOhO • $12/$15 • 962-7776 • 9pm Fri, 5/30.

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Fascinating Rhythms, The Music of Flowers is the theme of the club’s ﬂower show • Music Academy of the West, 1070 Fairway Rd • Free • 969-5655 • 10am4pm, Fri, 5/23. ��

Three events over one wine-ﬁlled weekend of tastings, lectures & food pairings in downtown SB to beneﬁt Unity Shoppe & Youth Interactive • Events & venues list: www.urbanwinetrailsb.com • $50-$150 • 6893569 Fri, 5/30-6/1.

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Goth Figures with guest artist Sukey Hughes • Art From Scrap, 302 E Cota St • $8 • 884-0459 • 10amnoon Sat, 5/31.

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6 week writing workshop • Balboa Bldg, 735 State St •

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A special concert celebrating the Ensemble’s 25th year • Lotte Lehmann Concert Hall UCSB • $15/$7 • 893-3230 • 8pm Sat, 5/31. ��

Her degree recital • Geiringer Hall UCSB • Free • 8933230 • 3pm Sat, 5/31. ��

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Featuring 8 of Santa Barbara’s top wine producers • Wine Cask, El Paseo • $60 • 689-3569 • 10am-1pm Sat, 5/31. Learn about honey bee society & biology, starting a colony & spring management • La Casa de Maria, 800 El Bosque Rd • $60 • 969-5031 • 9:30am-3:30pm Sat, 5/31. ��

Make one of your favorite Star Wars characters out of fused beads • Goleta Library, 500 N Fairview Ave • Free • 964-7878 • 2-4pm Sat, 5/31.

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The Asakura Hotel at 111-1/2 East Canon Perdido Street. Circa 1908

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Paint, listen to music & enjoy refreshments • The Barn Gallery, 128 W Ortega, #6 • $30 + canvas fee • 707391-0400 • 6-9pm Thu.

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Training session for volunteers to help with all aspects of the Summer Reading Program • Central Library • Free • 564-5674 • 11am-12:30pm Sat, 5/31.

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Earl Warren Showgrounds • Free • 258-1765 • 7am7:30pm Thu, 5/29.

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Lectures on native ﬂower gardens & strategies in times of drought • Botanic Garden • $75-$150 • 6824726x133 • 9:30am-noon & 1-4pm Sat, 5/31. ��

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Student winners will perform • Faulkner Gallery, Central Library • Free • 969-7183 • 3pm Sat, 5/31. The World’s Leading U2 Tribute Band • SOhO • $10 • 962-7776 • 9pm Sat, 5/31. ��

Blues, R and B , Rock & Roll, Country • Reds Wine Bar, 211 Helena St • No cover • 4-7pm Sat, 5/31.

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An evening celebrating Santa Barbara’s Asian American heritage food and arts • Casa de la Guerra, 15 E De la Guerra St • $125 • 965-0093 • 6-10pm Sat, 5/31. ��

An evening of world-class wine & the opportunity to purchase very limited library wines not available to the public • Carrillo Ctr, 100 E. Carrillo St • $75 • 6893569 • 6-9pm Sat, 5/31.

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A neighborhood & merchant party & non-proﬁt showcase • Calle Real Shopping Center, Patterson Ave to Fairview Ave • Free • 886-5438 • 12-3pm Sat, 5/31. ��

Vintage vehicles will travel from QAD in Summerland at 8am and rally through the Santa Ynez Valley in support of Boys & Girls Clubs of SB, followed by a post-rally party & dinner • Nesbitt estate, Bella Vista Rd, Carp • $200 • 681-1315 • 6pm Sat, 5/31.

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Concert band made up of musicians 50 & older • San Marcos High Aud • Free • 962-6983 • 2pm Su, 6/1. ��

Students of all ages expressing themselves through music • SOhO • $5 cover • 966-9778 • 6-7:30pm Su, 6/1. ��

Eclectic jazz funk fusion • SOhO • $8 • 962-7776 • 8:30pm Su, 6/1.

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BBQ lunch, beverages, live music & guest speaker •129 Castillo St • $20 • www.santabarbaranavyleague. org • Noon-4pm Su, 6/1.

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EL FUREIDIS $35,000,000 El Fureidis, a celebrated Montecito estate & piece of art history. Designed by Bertram Goodhue. Lush gardens & reflecting pools on 10 acres. Emily Kellenberger, 805.252.2773

LIFE AT THE BEACH $17,950,000 Enjoy 2 extremely private level acres with 175 feet of ocean frontage & a secluded cove nearby. Presently there are 2 homes on site. Thomas Dabney, 805.689.7306

VILLA DI SERENITA $17,750,000 Spectacular ocean & mtn views from this 5bd/6.5ba authentic Italian estate on 21.5 acres. Main flr master, pool house & elaborate gardens. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

STATELY ESTATE $16,900,000 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

THE GLEN OAKS ESTATE $13,900,000 Beautiful 1895 Stanford White estate in coveted Glen Oaks. 9bd/10ba main house, guest cottage, pool, tennis, 3 entry gates, ocean/mtn views. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

�� YOUR OWN RETREAT $12,900,000 Located on Padaro Beach enjoy sunsets & nearly 100 ft. of beachfront. Two legal parcels & two separate dwellings on .75 acre. Surfers dream! Pamela Regan, 805.895.2760

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MAGNIFICENT CHATEAU $13,900,000 2.26± ocean & fairway view acres, embellished ceilings, gallery walls & columns exude grandeur throughout. Rose gardens, lawns & fountains. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

NEW MEDITERRANEAN $13,795,000 Majestic 12,000 +/- sqft estate w/ all the amenities: 3 ocean/mtn view acres, theater, pool, guest house, sprawling lawns & gardens. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

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 $7,750,000 Your private window to luxurious living on a quiet ridge of more than nine acres. Newer Mediterranean Estate w/ unobstructed views. Pamela Regan, 805.895.2760

LOS OLIVITOS $7,350,000 Riviera Andalusian circa 1939 on 2.7+/ocean/mtn view acres. Restored to perfection with artist’s studio, workshop & magical landscaping. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

JUST LISTED $7,200,000 Stunning ocean view 2 + acre Mediterranean estate located in the heart of Montecito. gated, gardens, fountains, pool, & Montecito lifestyle… Beverly/Susan, 805.452.7985

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

PANORAMIC VISTAS $5,995,000 Mediterranean estate on 3 acres, vistas of ocean & islands, outdoor entertainment area, pool, spa, guesthouse w/kitchen & so much more! Tomi Spaw, 805.698.7007

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

JUST LISTED $5,850,000 Stunning example of Montecito style by renowned architect Jack Sewell. www. StylishMontecito.com www.640Stonehouse. com Shown by appointment. Susan Pate, 805.895.9385

CHIC SOPHISTICATION $5,495,000 Contemporary compound on 1+ acre near Montecito’s Lower Village. Ocean/ mountain vistas, lush gardens, two detached guest suites, two pools. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

JUST REDUCED $5,295,000 Situated down a creek side lane this exceptional quality constructed 4bd/5.5bth Mediterranean Estate sits on 1.44 manicured acres. John Sener, 805.331.7402

LA OTRADA $4,995,000 One of the 1st homes built in Hope Ranch. La Otrada-the quintessential Spanish Colonial estate. 2.7 prime acres. 4bd/3.5bth + Guest w/full bth. Colleen Parent-Beall, 805.895.5881

ONE-OF-A-KIND $4,399,000 Glorious property with breathtaking views in all directions. Four year new home on 6± acres w/approx. 4,452 sf including guest house and garage. Susan Pate, 805.895.9385

JUST REDUCED $4,150,000 New Ocean View Contemporary on sandy Summerland Beach w/private beach access. 3 bdrm/4 bth, open & inviting floor plan. Gregg/Nancy, 805.886.9000

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SUPERB SETTING $3,980,000 Hope Ranch, ocean/mtn vws, 3.77 acres. 4,206+/- sqft of living space, flowing floor plan. 4 stall barn w/storage & office. GrubbCampbell.com Adrienne/Brian, 805.452.3960

BREATHTAKING VIEWS $3,950,000 Beautiful 3 acre oak studded hillside w/ocean & mountain view. 4bd/5bth + office, gourmet kitchen. Montecito’s golden quadrangle. Don/Cecilia Hunt, 805.895.3833

BEAUTIFUL ARCHITECTURE $3,800,000 Romance from the era of elegance. A beautiful portrait of architectural details. Wonderfully restored with the modern amenities you expect! Adrienne Schuele, 805.452.3960

INCOME PROPERTY! $3,668,000 Great location w/ water view OCEANSIDE five unit residential income property! (4) four bdrm/ two bth units & (1) five bdrm/two bth unit. David/Jesse, 805.455.2113

LIKE THIS GREEN LAWN? $3,500,000 You can keep it! Ask us about the gray water system, state of the art septic system & solar panels. Eco friendly with cost savings! Gail/Carey, 805.689.7767

GLAMOROUSLY RESTORED$3,295,000 Upper East 1912 Craftsman, Glamorously restored. Remarkable architecture near Santa Barbara's famous Mission area. Manicured garden, pool. Pippa Davis, 805.886.0174

ABSOLUTE TREASURE $2,995,000 Set on over an acre, elegant 3bd/3bth home. Open floor plan, appointed with refined finishes, filled w/ natural light make for great living. Pamela Regan, 805.895.2760

CHARMING CRAFTSMAN $2,895,000 4 bdrm home includes a 1 bdrm/1 bth guest studio in Eucalyptus Knolls. 1+/acre w/ mountain views & edible garden near Westmont College. Marcella Simmons, 805.680.9981

CASA DI SOLE $2,695,000 Amidst mature oaks & dramatic boulders, this newer built Mediterranean estate full of exquisite details offers breathtaking mountain views. David/Natalie, 805.315.8444

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

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JUST REDUCED $1,998,000 3 bdrm/3 bth w/Ocean Views from almost every window in the house also bring the extraordinary outdoor landscaping in. A marvelous residence. Marty Rogers, 805.886.1459

GORGEOUSLY REMODELED$1,995,000 4 bdrm/5 bth Park Highlands home on .75 +/- acre. Resort style pool & spa, brand new natural landscaping & majestic mountain view. Must see! Susan Jordano, 805.680.9060

THE OAK TREE COTTAGE $1,995,000 Built in 1947, Magical, airy, cozy Moody Sisters 3 bdrm/2 bth home. 2046 -/+ sq. ft. on .29 acre parcel & a location that is hard to beat! Bridget/Paul, 805.455.8055

STUNNING MEDITERRANEAN $1,749,000

Built in ’08. 4 bdrm/4bth, 10’ ceilings, kitchen offers Viking Appliances & Granite counters. Quality & attention to detail thru-out. Tim Walsh, 805.259.8808

JUST REDUCED $1,695,000 Ranch Style 4 bdrm/4 bth, fresh paint inside & out & new carpet. Walled lushly landscaped yard & fountains. Close to Lower Village, MUS. Ron Goeschl, 805.695.7280

HIDDEN OAKS ESTATES $1,695,000 Remarkable large home in gated Hidden Oaks Estates has many custom upgrades to enhance your lifestyle. Water wise landscaping & more! Louise McKaig, 805.637.4774

JUST LISTED $1,695,000 Extensively remodeled home with a contemporary touch & unobstructed panoramic ocean, city & island views from this mostly one level home. Thomas Johansen, 805.886.1857

SECLUDED $1,395,000 Discover this secluded Mission Canyon retreat w/ stunning ocean, island & city views. Peabody Attendance Area, large lot. GrubbCampbell.com Natalie/Brian, 805.895.6226

RANCHO MATILIJA $1,389,000 Prestigious Ojai gated community. Spanish Mediterranean estate boasts 4 bd/ 3 bths, luxurious kitchen. 2 acre +/property w/ views. Steve Streich, 805.432.0512

JUST LISTED $1,295,000 Ocean, city & island views. 3 bdrm/2 bth, 1500 +/- sq.ft., wood floors & lots of windows. Light & bright, perfectly placed to capture views. Gayle Lofthus, 805.689.9011

ALMA DEL PUEBLO $1,250,000 One bedroom 1.5 bath unit, located in the Center of Santa Barbara’s cultural & performing arts scene is Alma Del Pueblo. Tim Walsh, 805.259.8808

SUMMERLAND VIEWS $1,195,000 3Bd/2Bth ocean view home. Remodeled kitchen; Corian counters, tile floor & new cabinets. Double garage w/ large play space and garden area. Jim Witmer, 805.448.3921

JUST LISTED $1,010,000 Enjoy SB lifestyle near beach & 1000 steps. Comfy home w/ fab Mesa location. E-Z care backyard w/ stamped concrete patio. Lynette Naour, 805.705.6539

ELEGANT HOME $2,295,000 Enjoy ocean breezes from this Mediterranean estate home in a private gated community backing to a nature preserve, near the Ocean & hiking. Alyson Spann, 805.637.2884

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

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LAGUNITAS $998,000 2600 sq. foot beachy-cottage style home, not quite one year old & has quality hardwood, granite, tile floors & finishes. Large 2 car garage. Gail Cooley, 805.689.7767

ALMA DEL PUEBLO $855,000 International unit, located in the Center of Santa Barbara’s cultural & performing arts scene is Alma Del Pueblo. Emily Kellenberger, 805.252.2773

WELL MAINTAINED $819,000 4 bdrm/2 bth home on a wonderful tree lined street. Attached 2 car garage + ''work room''. In sought after Kellogg School attendance area. Gayle Lofthus, 805.689.9011

LOCATION & VALUE $799,000 Best location & value in highly desired Carriage Hill. Spacious rooms, formal dining, 3 patios, 2 car garage, storage space. Charlene Nagel, 805.689.5959

JUST LISTED $715,000 Spacious 3 bed, 3 bath townhome w/ vaulted ceilings & mtn vws from master balcony, updated kitchen, 1 car garage, front & backyard spaces! Elizabeth Wagner, 805.895.1467

JUST LISTED $699,000 Across from Leadbetter beach. Sparkling condition. New carpeting/kitchen flooring. Resort-like living with spa, new pool, clubhouse & more! Toni/Carol, 805.689.7976

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! $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

TROUT CLUB $475,000 Rustic 1,350 sq. ft. home on quarter acre lot, w/ mountain & some ocean views. 2 car garage. Fireplace. Unique fixer with charm & potential! Jeff/Julie, 805.895.2944

CONVENIENT LOCATION $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

REMODELED CONDO $435,000 Lovely, remodeled 1 bdrm/1bth condo centrally located in Santa Barbara. Unique - no common walls with any other condo. 1 car garage. Gayle Lofthus, 805.689.9011

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SON SERENO $10,900,000 Spectacular 116± acre Estate distinguished by architecturally significant modernist house, horse facilities & much more. Vineyard potential! Carey Kendall, 805.689.6262

SAGECREST ESTATE $5,900,000 Architecturally superb Spanish style estate. 22 serene acres with 6,121± sq.ft. 7bd/6bth residence. Views overlooking Santa Ynez Valley. Carey Kendall, 805.689.6262

INSPIRING VISTAS $4,835,000 Set on almost 20 acres of serene hillside land, 5bd/6bth home with entertaining area, pool & spa & a unique 2nd residence/''barn''. Carey Kendall, 805.689.6262

PHENOMENAL $3,495,000 10± acres w/ 360 degree vistas of mntns & vineyards, Gst Hse, Pool, Tennis Court, Car Barn. 3,700± sf house, extensively remodeled/updated. Carey Kendall, 805.689.6262

EXPANSIVE VIEWS $2,950,000 17 +/- acres of gorgeous rural land offers a modern home with 5 bdrms/5 bths, & a great floor plan that flows easily throughout the house. Wayne Natale, 805.680.7227

RANCHO YNECITA $2,295,000 Spacious Spanish courtyard home w/ SY Valley & mountain views. 6 bdrms, skylights, wine storage, large pool & elevator from garage level. Patti/Michelle, 805.680.0769

OAK STUDDED RANCH $1,695,000 4bd/3bth New England style Cape Cod home. Hardwood floors, French doors, 2 FP & board & batten detail. Pool, spa & barn; South, East, & West views. Carey Kendall, 805.689.6262

WOODSTOCK RANCH $1,289,000 19± acre ranch in Woodstock Ranch, Santa Ynez. 3 bd/3 bth, large picture windows, fireplace & wrap around deck with views. Serene setting. Carey/Wayne, 805.680.7227

FANCY HILL FARM $1,100,000 3bd/2bth, Approx. 1.69 Acres, French Luxury, modern conveniences. Beautifully decorated & updated; close to Valley amenities. Jennie Bradley, 805.886.6644

RURAL FEELING $995,000 This property has it all! 5.12 gross acres. Too many amenities to list! 3/2 manufactured home w/ upgrades. 8 stall MD barn, shop & more! Jennie Bradley, 805.886.6644

JUST REDUCED $899,000 Premium location, 3,000 +/- sq ft, 4 bdrm/3 bth, 2 car garage + professionally designed office. Professionally landscaped front & backyard. Andy Katsev, 805.896.2010

SWEEPING VIEWS $859,000 3000+ sq.ft. Views! Views! 3/3, 3 fireplaces, 3 car garage, private, close to town.

ALISAL RANCH $685,000 Contemporary ranch style home in Alisal Ranch, one of a kind property w/ Spectacular views. Gorgeous Landscaping, Open Floor Plan, must see! Debbie Kay, 805.588.0028

MISSION OAKS $634,900 2 Bd/ 2.5 Bth home plus lg. ofﬁce boasts vaulted ceilings in living room, dining room, kitchen, master bedroom, guest bedroom & ofﬁce. Michelle Glaus, 805.452.0446

READY TO MOVE IN! $499,000 4 bd/2.5 bth, home is perfect for the first time homebuyer or seasoned buyer who wants convenience to commuting and shopping. Many extras! Jennie Bradley, 805.886.6644

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Mother and Child, 1998 by Dug Uyesaka

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