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FRI, AUG 2 - LOBERO THEATRE
Mercedes is an exceptional dancer who has consistently wowed audiences with her strength, emotional depth, and unparalleled ability to bring audiences to their feet. She is joined by a stellar lineup of musicians - Juan Campallo, Jesús Corbacho, Pepe de Pura, and Paco Vega.
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PRE-CONCERT RECEPTION | 6:00 PM
The GALA festivities start on the Lobero steps with wine tasting provided by RZN Wines and music by Tony Ybarra Trio - Flamenco Latino. Doors open at 7:00 PM.
GALA PERFORMANCE | 7:30 PM
Compañía Mercedes de Córdoba in the West Coast Premiere of Ser...ni conmigo ni sin mí (Being...neither with me nor without me)
GALA VIP AFTER PARTY | 9:30 PM
This is a special event for VIP ticket holders featuring Spanish cuisine by L.A. based Chef Roger, the opportunity to meet the artists, and prize giveaways. Sold-out!
AUG 3 & 4 | DANCE AND MUSIC WORKSHOPS
FREE Beginning Dance for Kids - Beginning Flamenco Cajón - Interm-Adv Dance. For details and to register, visit FlamencoArts.org.
Santa Barbara Celebrates
Moon to Rise Over 100th Fiesta
By Mark Whitehurst / VOICE
S THE MOON RISES OVER SANTA BARBARA, the city will celebrate 100 years of enjoying our Fiesta, which was formed by community leaders to commemorate the opening of the Lobero Theatre and invite more visitors to the city. This year’s event has been themed ¡Viva el Centenario! by the 2024 El Presidente Brian Schwabecher. He also oversaw the historic poster design titled Four Nations, One Spirit.
“Our Fiestas began 100 years ago and was driven by the spirit of community, dance, music, food, and the diverse heritage that brings us together annually in celebration,” commented El Presidente Brian Schwabecher in his announcement to the Santa Barbara community.
Fiesta officially begins with La Fiesta Pequeña, a celebration on the steps of the historic old Mission. Read on for a wonderful preview of next week’s events. For additional Fiesta coverage see pages 6-9, 11-13, 26-27, 35
¡Viva el Centenario! Meet El Presidente Brian Schwabecher
By Daisy Scott / VOICE
AMILY DRIVES BRIAN SCHWABECHER’S
DEFINITION OF FIESTA. A devoted Old Spanish Days volunteer for twelve years, Schwabecher is leaving his mark on the 100 years-old organization in two significant ways — not only does he hold the title El Presidente for Fiesta’s centennial anniversary, but he has also unveiled the first Fiesta poster to recognize the four nations that shape Santa Barbara’s history, culture, and community.
“I’m humbled by the role and honored,” Schwabecher told VOICE. “My focus is making sure that the organization is on the right track and that we’re doing everything we can to celebrate this 100th anniversary, but also making sure that I fulfill at the end of the day [my duty] as a volunteer, as a leader.”
Schwabecher got involved with Fiesta thanks to his wife, Emily. When they were dating, Emily asked Schwabecher to sit with her family — which has been in Fiesta parades for decades — in their wagon for El Desfile Histórico. After a few years of being a parade participant, Schwabecher joined Emily’s grandfather, Wayne Powers, in giving back as a volunteer.
Since then Schwabecher has only grown more committed to supporting each summer’s festivities. He joined the Old Spanish Days board in 2016, moving up through the positions of Associate Director, Parade Marshall Captain, Division Chief of Pageantry, El Segundo Vice Presidente, and El Primer Vice Presidente.
Now, as El Presidente, he is using his role to honor his family’s connections to Fiesta and Powers’ memory. Powers, who passed away in 2021, chaired Old Spanish Days parades for decades, famously wearing a red shirt to make himself visible to visiting equestrians with questions.
“Our Board of Directors shirts are all red this year,” shared Schwabecher. “It harkens and is out of respect for Wayne Powers and everything he did.”
Schwabecher, Emily, and their three children continue to make Fiesta a family tradition by marching in El Desfile de los Niños. His daughter, Evie, also danced flamenco for a year before deciding to focus on ballet. Schwabecher said the experience heightened his appreciation of local
dancers’ commitment to devoting personal time, finances, and energy to Fiesta.
“It gave me a great deal of respect and admiration and gratitude for our dance community,” said Schwabecher. “It’s really remarkable that our dance community supports this particular festival in the way it does, because without [them] it certainly would not have the youthfulness, the energy, the colors, or the underlying spirit of this particular celebration.”
That unique Fiesta spirit informed Schwabecher’s process in designing the centennial Old Spanish Days poster. Inspired by past Presidente David Bolton’s incorporation of a “Four Nations” menu at a 2023 Fiesta dinner, Schwabecher knew that he wanted his Fiesta poster to similarly reflect the four nations that have shaped California and Santa Barbara: the Chumash, Mexico, Spanish, and the United States.
“We can celebrate our origins seeing it’s our 100th anniversary,” explained Schwabecher. “But also I like the idea because it celebrates where we are currently. It also kind of projects out to the future — if someone saw this image in the future, would they be able to garner what we were trying to accomplish? I thought it was pretty ambitious because I wanted to over overlap that kind of origin story with this idea of a singular spirit.”
After months of searching for a local artist to collaborate with, Schwabecher received a message from past Presidente Tim Taylor. It was a painting of a young flamenco dancer in a white dress that Taylor has on his mantle. Captivated by the dancer’s spirit and its Santa Barbara energy, Schwabecher reached out to the artist, local painter Holli Harmon.
Harmon, who has a history of painting Californian scenes, signed on. Her painting Four Nations, One Spirit, which is currently on display at Sullivan Goss gallery, captures Santa Barbara’s unique history by framing a towering Spirit of Fiesta flamenco dancerwith individuals from each of the four nations.
“When it all came together and I saw the final painting, it was just breathtaking,” shared Schwabecher.
In pairing the poster with the 2024 Old Spanish Days theme “Viva el Centenario,” Schwabecher aims to underline Fiesta’s historic origins and encourage its continuation into the future.
“Just the fact that we’ve been able to endure, let’s celebrate the 100th anniversary for that very reason,” exclaimed Schwabecher. “But also it’s kind of like the poster where we’ve celebrated the past and the fact that we’ve got here, but it’s the 100th, it’s El Centenario. Let’s celebrate the present today.”
Photo courtesy of Brian Scwabecher
Brian Schwabecher (right) with his children and wife, Emily Schwabecher
2024 El Presidente Brian Schwabecher
Photo by Fritz Olenberger
PRE-FIESTA EVENTS
Project Fiesta!
Exhibition celebrating 100 years of Fiesta with posters, memorabilia, costumes • SB Historical Museum • Free • 12-5pm We, Fr-Su, 12-7pm Th.
Fiesta Hair Accessories Workshop
Make paper flowers for your hair • Art From Scrap • $20-30 • www.exploreecology.org • 6-8pm Fr, 7/26.
Noche de Gala
Spanish music, dance, and history • Casa del Herrero • $250 • www.casadelherrero.com • 5-8:30pm Sa, 7/27.
100th Anniversary at Paseo Nuevo Pop-up dance and music performances from local dance studios • Paseo Nuevo • Free • About 11am-7pm Tu, 7/30 - Sa, 8/3.
Old Spanish Days 2024 ¡Viva el Centenario! CALENDAR OF EVENTS
WED, JULY 31ST
Courthouse Fiesta Tours
Free, one-hour docent led tours
• SB Courthouse • Tours each hour, 10:30am-3:30pm We, 7/31, through Su, 8/4.
El Mercado De La Guerra
Authentic food, shopping, & live music • De la Guerra Plaza
• 11am-10pm We, 7/31 through Sa, 8/3.
100th Anniversary at Paseo Nuevo
Pop-up performances from local dance studios • Paseo Nuevo • Free • About 11am-7pm Tu, 7/30 - Sa, 8/3.
Project Fiesta!
Exhibition celebrating 100 years of Fiesta with posters, memorabilia, costumes • SB Historical Museum • Free • 12-5pm We.
Dance Performances at La Cumbre Plaza
Free Fiesta dance shows from local and youth performers • La Cumbre Plaza, in front of Macy’s • 12-3pm We, 7/31.
Casa Cantina
Live music, food, drinks, ages 21+ • Casa de la Guerra • $35 • www.sbthp.org • 2pmmidnight We, 7/31, through Sa, 8/3.
La Fiesta Pequeña Fiesta’s opening ceremonies with traditional song and dance performances • Old Mission Santa Barbara • Free • 8-10pm We, 7/31.
THU, AUGUST 1ST
Fiesta Stock Horse Show & Rodeo Roping, riding, & rodeo • Earl Warren Showgrounds • https://sbfiestarodeo.org • $15-30 • 8am Th, 8/1 through Su, 8/4.
La Misa del Presidente
Catholic mass & Sacred Garden reception, all are welcome • Old Mission Santa Barbara • 10am-12pm Th, 8/1.
Courthouse Fiesta Tours
Free, one-hour docent led tours • SB Courthouse • Tours each hour, 10:30am3:30pm We, 7/31, through Su, 8/4.
El Mercado De La Guerra Authentic food, shopping, & live music • De la Guerra Plaza • 11am-10pm through Sa, 8/3.
100th Anniversary at Paseo Nuevo Pop-up performances from local dance
La Fiesta Pequeña: Officially launching Old Spanish Days festivities with colorful folklórico dancers and traditional music, Fiesta Pequeña will grace the Old Mission Santa Barbara stairs at 8pm on Wednesday, July 31st. All community members are invited to enjoy the free program from the Mission lawn or watch to the event’s livestream on KEYT.
El Desfile Histórico: Cheer on Spirit of Fiesta Georgey Taupin as she leads hundreds of horses, historic carriages, and flamenco dancers along Cabrillo Boulevard for El Desfile Histórico (the Historical Parade) at 12pm on Friday, August 2nd. This annual tradition is one of the nation’s largest equestrian parades.
The parade will begin at Castillo Street and end at Calle Puerto Vallarta by the Chromatic Gate. Reserved seating is available for purchase, visit www.sbfiesta.org
Los Mercados Return for Food and Fun: A favorite among locals and visitors alike, los Mercados provide the best opportunity to savor authentic Mexican dishes while enjoying live music. Vendors supporting local nonprofits, along with dancing and music will pop up at El Mercado De La Guerra from 11am to 10pm, Wednesday, July 31st through Saturday, August 3rd in De La Guerra Plaza.
The popular Our Lady of Guadalupe Mercado, with its famous homemade tamales and a program of live music, will also return to Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish at 227 N. Nopal Street. A benefit for the church, the mercado will be open from 11am to 10pm on Friday and Saturday, August 2nd and 3rd, and from 11am to 9pm on Sunday, August 4th.
Photo by Fritz Olenberger
El Presidente Brian Schwabecher with Centennial Fiesta Parade Grand Marshals: 1976 Fiesta El Presidente Rudy Castillo and K-LITE radio host Catherine Remak
Photo by Fritz Olenberger
Photos by Daisy Scott
studios • Paseo Nuevo • Free • About 11am7pm Tu, 7/30 - Sa, 8/3.
Project Fiesta!
Exhibition celebrating 100 years of Fiesta with posters, memorabilia, costumes • SB Historical Museum • Free • 12-5pm We, Fr-Su, 12-7pm Th.
Dance Performances at La Cumbre Plaza
Free Fiesta dance shows from local and youth performers • La Cumbre Plaza, in front of Macy’s • 12-4pm Th, 8/1.
Casa Cantina
Live music, food, drinks, ages 21+ • Casa de la Guerra • $35 • www.sbthp.org • 2pmmidnight We, 7/31, through Sa, 8/3.
Singing, flamenco, folklórico, and more • SB Courthouse Sunken Garden • Free • 8-10pm Th, 8/1 through Sa, 8/3.
FRI, AUGUST 2ND
Our Lady of Guadalupe Mercado Tamales, live music, and raffles • Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, 227 N. Nopal St. • Free • 11am-10pm Fr, 8/2 & Sa, 8/3; 11am9pm Su, 8/4.
El Desfile Histórico
Equestrian parade with historic carriages, dancing, and fun • Cabrillo Boulevard
¡V iva l a F i e sta!
from Castillo Street to Calle Puerto Vallarta • 12pm Fr, 8/2.
El Mercado De La Guerra
Authentic food, shopping, & live music • De la Guerra Plaza • 11am-10pm through Sa, 8/3.
100th Anniversary at Paseo Nuevo
Pop-up performances from local dance studios • Paseo Nuevo • Free • About 11am7pm Tu, 7/30 - Sa, 8/3.
Fiesta Stock Horse Show & Rodeo
Roping, riding, & rodeo • Earl Warren Showgrounds • https://sbfiestarodeo.org • $15-30 • Through Su, 8/4.
Dance Performances at La Cumbre Plaza
Free Fiesta dance shows from local and youth performers • La Cumbre Plaza, in front of Macy’s • 12-4pm Fr, 8/2.
Project Fiesta!
Exhibition celebrating 100 years of Fiesta with posters, memorabilia, costumes • SB Historical Museum • Free • 12-5pm Fr, 8/2.
Casa Cantina
Live music, food, drinks, ages 21+ • Casa de la Guerra • $35 • www.sbthp.org • 2pmmidnight We, 7/31, through Sa, 8/3.
Flor y Canto
19th century Spanish California dances & songs • SB Courthouse Sunken Garden • Free • 7-8pm Fr, 8/2.
Las Noches de Ronda
Singing, flamenco, folklórico, and more • SB Courthouse Sunken Garden • Free • 8-10pm Th, 8/1 through Sa, 8/3.
Mercedes de Córdoba Flamenco Arts Festival performance • Lobero Theatre • $51-151 • www.lobero.org • 7:30pm Fr, 8/2.
SAT, AUGUST 3RD
Fiesta Pancake Breakfast
Pancakes, eggs, and bacon to support veterans • SB Veterans Memorial Building • $15 • 8am-10am Sa 8/3.
Fiesta Arts & Crafts Show
Shop local vendors and artists • Cabrillo Blvd • 10am-6pm Sa, 8/3.
El Desfile de los Niños
Cheer on local kids and families in Fiesta regalia • Cabrillo Boulevard from Garden Street to Calle Cesar Chavez • 10am Sa, 8/3.
Mujeres Makers Market
Shop women-owned businesses • El Presidio • 10am-4pm Sa, 8/3.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Mercado Tamales, live music, and raffles • Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, 227 N. Nopal St. • Free • 11am-10pm Sa, 8/3.
El Mercado De La Guerra
Authentic food, shopping, & live music • De la Guerra Plaza • 11am-10pm through Sa, 8/3.
100th Anniversary at Paseo Nuevo
Pop-up performances from local dance studios • Paseo Nuevo • Free • About 11am7pm Tu, 7/30 - Sa, 8/3.
Dance Performances at La Cumbre Plaza
Free Fiesta dance shows from local and youth performers • La Cumbre Plaza, in front of Macy’s • 12-3pm Sa, 8/3.
Project Fiesta!
Exhibition celebrating 100 years of Fiesta
Noches de Ronda:Romantic flamenco, bright swirling skirts, and fast-paced folk dances will cast magical shadows against Santa Barbara Courthouse at Noches de Ronda (Nights of Gaiety), taking place from 8 to 10pm on Thursday, August 1st through Saturday, August 3rd. All are invited to bring blankets, chairs, and picnics to enjoy free performances at the SB Courthouse Sunken Garden.
El Desfile de los Niños: Celebrate youth performers, local families, and children’s clubs dressed in their best Fiesta regalia at El Desfile de los Niños (the Children’s Parade) along Cabrillo Boulevard from Garden Street to Calle Cesar Chavez at 10am on Saturday, August 3rd.
Casa Cantina: Whether you want to slip away from larger downtown festivities for a margarita and live music or are hoping to party after-hours, Casa Cantina will be going nonstop from 2pm to midnight on Wednesday, July 31st through Saturday, August 3rd. Hosted at the historic Casa de la Guerra, the celebration’s four-day wristbands ($35) are now available for purchase at www.sbthp.org
Photo by Fritz Olenberger
Courtesy photo
Photo by Fritz Olenberger
iva l a F i e sta!
Flamenco Arts Festival: Witness a personal journey told through dance when flamenco star Mercedes de Córdoba performs alongside acclaimed musicians and cantaores at the Lobero Theatre at 7:30pm on Friday, August 2nd. Presented by the Flamenco Arts Festival, a Gala VIP After Party featuring Spanish cuisine and drinks will take place immediately after the performance for VIP ticket-holders. To purchase tickets ($51-151) and learn more visit www.lobero.org
with posters, memorabilia, costumes
• SB Historical Museum • Free • 125pm Sa, 8/3.
Tardes de Ronda
Traditional dancing and music • SB Courthouse Sunken Garden • 1-5pm Sa, 8/3.
Casa Cantina
Live music, food, drinks, ages 21+
• Casa de la Guerra • www.sbthp. org • $35 • 2pm-midnight We, 7/31, through Sa, 8/3.
Las Noches de Ronda
Dancing, music, and history under the stars • SB Courthouse Sunken Garden • Free • 8-11pm Th, 8/3-8/5.
Fiesta Stock Horse Show & Rodeo
Roping, riding, & rodeo • Earl Warren Showgrounds • https://sbfiestarodeo. org • $15-30 • Through Su, 8/4.
SB Mariachi Festival
Multiple bands unite to celebrate mariachi • SB Bowl • $71-146 • www.sbbowl.com • 5pm Sa, 8/3.
SUN, AUGUST 4TH
Fiesta Pancake Breakfast
Pancakes, eggs, and bacon to support veterans • SB Veterans
Memorial Building • $15 • 8am10am Su, 8/4.
Fiesta Arts & Crafts Show
Shop local vendors & artists • Cabrillo Blvd • 10am-6pm Su, 8/4.
Mujeres Makers Market
Shop women-owned businesses • El Presidio • 10am-4pm Su, 8/4.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Mercado
Tamales, live music, and raffles • Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, 227 N. Nopal St. • Free • 11am-9pm Su, 8/4.
Project Fiesta!
Exhibition celebrating 100 years of Fiesta with posters, memorabilia, costumes • SB Historical Museum • Free • 12-5pm Su, 8/4.
Casa Cantina
Live music, food, drinks, ages 21+
• Casa de la Guerra • www.sbthp. org • $35 • 2pm-midnight We, 7/31, through Sa, 8/3.
Fiesta Stock Horse Show & Rodeo
Roping, riding, & rodeo • Earl Warren Showgrounds • https://sbfiestarodeo. org • $15-30 • Through Su, 8/4.
Fiesta Finale
Dinner, dancing, costume contest • Profant Fdn. • El Paseo Restaurant • $250 • www.profantfoundation.org • 5:30 Su, 8/4.
Photo by Fritz Olenberger
A wonderful weekend of Music, Dance, Food and Fiesta!
Mercado De La Guerra
PERFORMER SCHEDULE
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
11:00–11:15 Opening Ceremony (Ribbon Cutting with El Presidente & Mayor) DANCERS
11:00–11:15 Junior & Senior Spirits
11:15–12:00 Garcia Dance Studio
12:00–12:30 Alma De Mexico
12:30–1:00 Puro Flamenco
1:00–1:15 Patria Mexicana
1:15–1:45 Cruz Dance & Entertainment
1:45–2:30 Maria Bermudez Performing Arts Studio
2:30 - 3:15 Zermeno Dance Academy (Live Musicians) BANDS
4:15–5:00 Adriana Reyna (Grupero) 5:30–6:40 Heart & Soul (Old School Latin Dance)
7:00–8:10 Will Breman (Soulful, Country Rock)
8:40–10:00 Double Wide Kings (Classic/ Country Rock)
Thursday, August 1, 2024
11:00–4:10 DANCERS (TBA) BANDS
4:30–5:30 Alberto Acuña (CumbiaNorteña)
6:00–7:00 Los Vampy’s
7:20–8:30 Equipo Elite (Los Anclas) (Norteña)
9:00–10:00 Banda la Preferidia (BandaSinoloa)
Friday, August 2, 2024
11:00–4:00 DANCERS (TBA) BANDS
4:15–4:45 Melody Hope (Mariachi/ Ranchera)
5:00–6:15 Buena Onda (Latin Soul) 6:45–8:00 Mezcal Martini (Latin Dance) 8:30–10:00 False Puppet (Alternative Rock)
Saturday, August 3, 2024
11:00–3:30 DANCERS (TBA) BANDS
3:45–5:00 Jayden Secor (Country Rock)
5:20–6:30 Flannel 101 (90’s Alt Rock & Dance)
6:50–8:10 Something This Way Magic (Classic Pop & Dance Rock) 8:30–10:00 Spencer the Gardener (Latin Beach Vibes)
Photo by Rina Srabonian
For Georgey Taupin, Fiesta Has Come Full Circle
By Jesse Caverly / VOICE
ITH A LIFE LONG PASSION FOR FLAMENCO, Georgey Taupin’s dedication and love of dance will be center-stage when she takes her place as 2024’s Spirit of Fiesta.
“To be the ambassador of Old Spanish Days for the 100th year anniversary is the biggest honor I can possibly think of as a high school student with my gifts and talents,” said Taupin. “I still pinch myself and am so, so grateful for the opportunity to serve my community in this position.”
Taupin has been a flamenco dancer since the age of six, beginning at the Zermeño Dance Academy. According to her grandmother, she was a noisy child, so her Grandmother thought she might enjoy tap dancing. Flamenco proved to be a more resonant choice, and Taupin has been dedicated to the art ever since.
For Taupin, her journey with both flamenco and Old Spanish Days has come full circle. Now a tenth grader at Oaks Christian School, she previously held the title of Junior Spirit of Fiesta in 2018. These experiences have deepened her love of dance and sense of community.
“One of the most special memories I have was being at the 2019 Spirit auditions as the out-going Junior Spirit. When the new winner, and one of my dear friends, Paloma, was announced, I was crying tears of joy for her as she asked, ‘Why are you crying?’ It is definitely one of my most cherished experiences as Junior Spirit.”
Taupin recognizes the demands for the role of Spirit of Fiesta are greater.
“As the Spirit, the expectations overall are much higher. I feel like I am able to showcase my leadership skills and how I’ve grown as a dancer and person over the last six years,” she explained. “As I reflect, being Junior was fantastic, but being Spirit feels like a bigger presence in the Santa Barbara Community and the entire Old Spanish Days Fiesta celebration. I love the responsibility, the outreach, and the interaction that accompanies my role this year.”
Taupin’s love of flamenco has opened up her interest in musical theatre as well. She recently played the role of Hunyak in The Adderley School’s production of Chicago, who becomes the first woman in Cook County to be hanged for her crime—“I had a death scene!” she exclaimed.
She also is an avid chef, baking custom decorated sugar cookies
By Jesse Caverly / VOICE
NCE SHE SAW HER COUSIN’S FLAMENCO DANCING,Aleenah
Soriano knew she had found something special. Inspired by this early introduction, Soriano began dancing at the age of two at the famous Zermeño Dance Academy where, in her words, she “completely fell in love.”
A multi-talented ten-year-old entering the fifth grade at Roosevelt Elementary School, Soriano was one of eleven dancers at the Spirit auditions at the Lobero. She emerged as the star from the strong competition, and now looks forward to her ambassadorship as Junior Spirit of Fiesta.
“I am able to share my joy for dance with our community and
that are available at El Rancho Market in Solvang — when she has the time to make them. Right now though, Taupin’s full attention and enthusiasm are focused on Fiesta. She is particularly looking forward to performing at Noches De Ronda, at the SB Courthouse Sunken Garden.
“It’s a beautiful evening with an audience on blankets with picnics, the sun setting as the heat of the day melts away… It’s magical,” Taupin reflected.“It’s a beautiful evening with an audience on blankets with picnics, the sun setting as the heat of the day melts away… It’s magical,” Taupin reflected.
bring smiles to people’s faces,” said Soriano. “Being part of the Centennial Fiesta celebration is part of Santa Barbara history, and the memories I make as the Junior Spirit of Fiesta are something I will always cherish and hold dear to my heart.”
Outside of her passion for dancing Soriano enjoys spending her time with her mother, learning family recipes, cooking, and baking. Now made even more special by Soriano’s selection as Junior Spirit, Fiesta has always been a part of her family’s tradition.
“My favorite Fiesta memory growing up is going to Fiesta Pequeña every year with my family and watching all the amazing dancers on the Mission stage,” she said. “This year I have the honor to dance on that same Mission stage, as the Junior Spirit of Fiesta. My favorite Fiesta memory as the Junior Spirit so far is the La Primavera event. It was my first
event as the Junior Spirit and I had the
time of my
Photo by Fritz Olenberger
Photo by Fritz Olenberger
La Recepción del Presidente
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Join us as we honor 2024 El Presidente Brian Schwabecher, the past Presidentes, as well as this year’s Honorary Presidentes and Directors.
The Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort welcomes you for an elegant evening where 100 years of Fiesta continues to celebrate our history, culture and traditions. Join us as we kick off Fiesta week 2024.
Info at sbfiesta.org
Photo courtesy SB Historical Museum
Saint Barbara Carries on Tradition and Legacy
By Jesse Caverly / VOICE CENTURY
OF
TRADITION
IS NOT LOST ON CAROLINE
WEDDERBURN.
Chosen to portray Saint Barbara, the city’s patron saint and namesake, in this year’s Fiesta, she assumes the role after dancing in Fiesta events in 2018 and 2019 with Baile de California. This 2024 honor, to her, feels like a full-circle moment.
“Those experiences allowed me to immerse myself in the vibrant culture and traditions of Fiesta, building deep connections with the community through dance and music,” said Wedderburn. “Now, as Saint Barbara, I feel an immense sense of pride and gratitude. It’s an incredible honor to represent our city’s patron saint, especially during the 100-year celebration of Old Spanish Days. This role allows me to connect with even more community members, share our rich history, and contribute to the joyous spirit of Fiesta.”
Wedderburn, a California native, holds a BA in Religious Studies from UC Santa Barbara. She regards Saint Barbara’s core values of resilience, strength, and faith as essential in her everyday actions and interactions within the community.
“Resilience means the ability to face challenges head-on and to rise stronger from them, an attribute I strive to embody in my personal and professional life,” she said. “Strength is not just physical but also mental and emotional, allowing us to stand firm in our beliefs and support others in times of need. Faith,
whether in oneself, a higher power, or the goodness of people, provides the foundation for hope and perseverance.”
In Fiesta events, Wedderburn will appear in the traditional white gown and scarlet cape while wearing a golden crown. She will also carry the martyr’s palm frond and golden chalice. For less formal affairs Wedderburn will wear a white Spanishstyle dress and a mantilla with comb. Out of all the events, she considers one more dearly than the others.
“Fiesta Pequeña holds a special place in my heart. Reina del Mar Parlor No. 126 has participated in Fiesta Pequeña for many years, including performances by its former dance group Las Fiesteras,” explained Wedderburn. “The event’s location at the Santa Barbara Mission, with its stunning views of the mountains and ocean, creates an enchanting backdrop that captures the essence of our city. What makes Fiesta Pequeña even more special is its significance as a cherished tradition for many local families. The sense of community, the beautiful performances, and the historic setting all come together to create a truly magical experience.”
Wedderburn also recognizes the opportunity here to align new ideals with tradition.
“Beyond participating in the traditional Fiesta events, I aim to use this platform to promote community engagement and historical awareness,” said Wedderburn. “I am also committed to honoring the rich history of the Chumash people, the original inhabitants of this land, recognizing their enduring legacy and profound connection to this region.”
Noche de Gala Returns to the Historic Casa Del Herrero
FOR THE FIRST TIME
IN 30 YEARS, Noche de Gala will return for an elegant night of music, Spanish cuisine, and dancing. Formerly hosted at the Biltmore Hotel, Old Spanish Days has announced that the event will make its comeback at Casa del Herrero, Montecito’s only National Historic Landmark, from 5pm to 8:30pm on Saturday, July 27th.
Attendees will kick off their Fiesta week in style by enjoying live Spanish and Mediterranean music and admiring the Spanish Colonial Revival Architecture of Casa del Herrero. Designed by George Washington Smith, the estate formerly belonged to industrialist George Fox Steedman, who was an avid supporter of Fiesta.
In collaboration with the Santa Barbara Historical Museum, Noche de Gala will feature a small exhibition of Old Spanish Days clothing, including costumes worn by George Steedman and his wife, Carrie, in the 1930s.
Spanish hors d’oeuvres, an open bar, and private dance performances by the Spirit and Junior Spirit of Fiesta will round out the evening. A part of the proceeds raised from this event will support youth dance programming with Old Spanish Days. For tickets ($250) visit www.casadelherrero.com/event-calendar/noche-de-gala-2024
DIGS! at the Santa Barbara Zoo
PARTY AT THE SANTA BARBARA ZOO AFTER HOURS when DIGS! (Celebración de los Dignatarios) returns from 5pm to 10pm on Thursday, August 1st. A joint fundraiser for Old Spanish Days and the Zoo, DIGS! features unlimited food tastings from local restaurants as well as fine wines, regional brews, and margaritas. In addition to enjoying the flavors of Santa Barbara, attendees can don their best Fiesta outfits to take in the Zoo’s spectacular sunset and ocean views, and dance the night away to live music and DJ sets. For tickets ($150-175, ages 21+ only) visit www.sbzoo.org
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The Planning Commission will hold a meeting to review and consider a recommendation to City Council for adoption of Title 25 Objective Design and Development Standards and related amendments to the Title 30 Zoning Ordinance. For more information, please contact SBDS@SantaBarbaraCA.gov or visit https://SantaBarbaraCA.gov/SBDS.
The Commission will receive and consider public comment at this meeting. The process for receiving public comment is described on the agenda, which will be available at least 72 hours prior to the meeting at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/PC. This meeting will be broadcast live on City TV-Channel 18 and online at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/citytv. If you need staff assistance to participate in this meeting, contact the City Administrator’s Office at (805) 564-5305. If possible, please provide notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.
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Mariah Johnson, Planning Commission
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Photos from past Noches de Gala
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SB Library Foundation Welcomes Two New Board Members
Supporting access to knowledge and community resources, the Santa Barbara Public Library Foundation is proud to announce its new 2024-2025 board officers: Board President Anna Alldredge, Vice President Raissa Smorol, Secretary Peter Ginsberg, and Treasurer Brooke McDermott. The board also welcomes two new members. www.sblibraryfoundation.org
PALOMA ARNOLD is the Assistant Superintendent/Vice President of Student Affairs at Santa Barbara City College. She has almost 25 years of experience in higher education and upholds the mission of California Community Colleges, focusing on equity and access. A third-generation Santa Barbara resident and alumna of Santa Barbara High School, Arnold has served on several local boards, including Riviera Ridge School and the Channel Islands YMCA Youth and Family Services. Currently, she is involved with the CalSOAP Governing Board and the Foundation for Santa Barbara City College.
BROOKE MCDERMOTT is an attorney at the local firm of Mullen & Henzell, L.L.P. where she specializes in complex estate and trust planning, estate and trust administration matters and estate and gift tax controversy matters. She serves on the board of the Santa Barbara Estate Planning Council, is a member of the Santa Barbara County Bar Association, and has previously served on the SBPLF Board. As a mother, McDermott has voiced that she understands the important role reading plays in her child’s life and the library’s power to cultivate a love of reading.
Gene McKnight to lead Commercial Group
APPOINTED DIRECTOR OF THE NEW VILLAGE PROPERTIES COMMERCIAL GROUP, GENE
MCKNIGHT, a community leader and long-time commercial real estate expert, will spearhead the commercial group of the largest independent real estate company in Santa Barbara and Montecito.
McKnight has over 39 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry. He’s the founder and president of McKnight Commercial, a Santa Barbara-based firm specializing in brokerage and investment advisory services, and has worked with many of the region’s leading investors. A strong advocate for the rights of property owners and businesses, he has served the Santa Barbara Downtown Organization as Board President and on the City of Santa Barbara’s Downtown Parking Committee. He is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers and the AIR Commercial Real Estate Association.
Village Properties’ three decades of business has a network of more than 180 agents and affiliations with distinguished global brokerage companies including Forbes Global Properties.
For more information, visit villagesite.com/commercial, call (805) 689-6500, or email mcknight@villagesite.com
Tracy Pfautch New SB Meals on Wheels
Executive Director
TRACY PFAUTCH has been announced as the new Executive Director of Santa Barbara Meals on Wheels. In this role, Pfautch aims to elevate the organization’s profile and reach, which currently serves approximately 350 clients a year with nutritious meals. Pfautch has lived in the Santa Barbara community since 1998 and has 30 years of experience in finance, people management, marketing, and fundraising. Previously, she worked at Montecito Bank & Trust, where she learned of the local Meals on Wheels organization. A devoted community member, Pfautch has previously served as the President of the Junior League of Santa Barbara and was recognized as Volunteer of the Year for the Downtown Organization of Santa Barbara. www.mealsonwheelssb.org
New Team Members at the SB Museum of Natural History
Two professionals have joined the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History team and its mission to inspire stewardship of the natural world and foster curiosity. www.sbnature.org
BRIAN STORR became the museum’s new Chief Financial Officer in May. He contributes over 25 years of finance and operations experience across transportation, telecommunications, and publishing industries. Prior to joining the museum, he served as Vice President of Finance & Manufacturing at ABC-CLIO in Goleta. Storr earned a bachelor’s degree in Government from Dartmouth College and an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh. His passion for education and community service is evident through years of volunteering with AYSO and his commitment to fostering youth development.
ROSINA GARCIA has settled into her new position of Director of Education over the past six months. Garcia earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Earth Science and a Master’s in Science Education, with extensive experience in research at the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory. She also has taught middle and high school science. Garcia’s dedication to enhancing educational programs, including creating Birch Aquarium’s first bilingual summer camp, reflects her commitment to inspiring future generations of scientists and conservationists.
CAMA Board Chair Reelected
Deborah Bertling
DEBORAH BERTLING has been elected to serve a second term as Board Chair for by the Community Arts Music Association of Santa Barbara, Inc. (CAMA) Originally from Pennsylvania, Bertling earned her Bachelor of Music degree in Voice Performance and has performed in operas, concerts and musicals for over 30 years. She worked for Yamaha Corporation of America’s Music Division as a Buyer for ten years in Buena Park. Bertling also sang with Opera Santa Barbara and spearheaded the organization’s education outreach programs. She has been President of the Performing Arts Music Association since 2002, and serves on the Board of Directors of The Granada Theatre (Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts). Bertling is a past president of the CAMA Women’s Board and has been a Board Member for CAMA since 2004. She served as Chair of CAMA’s Centennial Celebration Committee from 2014–2020, presiding over some of the most ambitious and celebratory concerts and events of CAMA’s long history. www.camasb.org
Carpinteria Has New Chief of Police Services
APPOINTED BY THE SANTA BARBARA COUNTY
SHERIFF’S OFFICE AND CITY OF CARPINTERIA, LT. RICH BRITTINGHAM took on the duties of Chief of Police Services on July 22nd.
Brittingham is a 27 year veteran of law enforcement, with 21 years served with the County Sheriff’s Office. He has served as a patrol deputy in south county and also as a detective with the Special Investigations Bureau. Promoted to Sergeant in 2013, Brittingham supervised patrol teams in the City of Carpinteria and Isla Vista before being transferred to the Criminal Investigations Bureau. In 2020 he was promoted to Lieutenant, and served as the Chief of Police Services for the City of Goleta.
Chief Brittingham’s experience, leadership and managerial skills, have earned him high regard in team environments. He has been commended for his leadership, community responsiveness, forward-thinking approach, and outstanding communication skills. www.carpinteriaca.gov
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Paloma Arnold
Brooke McDermott
Brian Storr
Rosina Garcia
Tracy Pfautch
Rich Brittingham
Fun in the Sun Returns to Support Students This Summer
OVER 500 STUDENTS ARE CELEBRATING SUMMER IN THE NEWLY EXPANDED 2024 FUN IN THE SUN learning program, which began June 17th at six campuses across the Central Coast. The free, full-day program has become a resource for families throughout the county who struggle to find accessible learning programs for students to keep up key literacy and social enrichment skills over the summer months.
At the request of local school districts, United Way expanded the 2024 program to serve new grade levels (transitional kindergarten, kindergarten, and first grade) in addition to its existing demographic of second through sixth grade students. The majority of the expansion, which will increase the program’s service capacity by nearly 100 additional students, will take place at the program’s campuses in Carpinteria and Guadalupe. Carpinteria Unified School District and Guadalupe Union School District are both working with United Way to integrate the organization’s full suite of district companion programs, including the Fun in the Sun summer learning program and the Bridge the Break program, which provides free one-week spring and winter break programming to families within the partnering school district.
“We depend on our partners to help us move the learning of students forward,” said Diana Rigby, Superintendent at Carpinteria Unified School District. “Come fall, it is very clear which students have participated in Fun in the Sun, because those students are prepared to enter the next grade level with strong academic skills as well as really good social skills to be able to interact with their peers in appropriate ways in the classroom.”
Since 1997, Fun in the Sun has provided thousands of Santa Barbara County students
Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club Enters
High Goal Season Ladies’ Hat Day on July 28th
FESTIVITIES, COMMUNITY, AND COMPETITION ARE IN FULL SWING as the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club has entered its annual High Goal season. Visitors can anticipate watching world-class polo players in upcoming matches as well as offfield social events such as Ladies’ Hat Day on Sunday, July 28th.
“We look forward to this time of the polo season each year, when we get to watch the very best of the best, and there is no better place than the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club to experience this captivating sport,” shared David Sigman, General Manager of the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club. “We are thrilled to welcome the public and invite them to experience the unparalleled thrill and excitement that this prestigious event has to offer.”
At Ladies Hat Day, no registration is needed to join the fun, as contest entry is included with the purchase of a Sunday polo ticket. Locals of all ages are invited to simply wear their best hat and participate in contest judging and awards after the match.
The peak of the 2024 High Goal season will arrive with the NetJets USPA Pacific Coast Open, running August 16th to September 1st.
and enjoy Happy Hour drink specials and bar bites. For more information and tickets visit www.sbpolo.com
with an engaging and enriching learning environment for six weeks every summer. The program operates countywide, and provides individualized literacy and math instruction, daily meals and snacks, community field trips, hands on STEAM activities, swimming and biking lessons, social-emotional learning curriculum, and more. visit www.unitedwaysb.org/FITS
City of Santa Barbara Cultural Arts Grants Now Open With $250,000 Allocated
THE ANNUAL CITY OF SANTA BARBARA CULTURAL ARTS GRANT APPLICATION WINDOW IS OPEN, with almost $250,000 available to be invested in the City and the Santa Barbara community for 2024–2025. Applications are being accepted now through 5pm on August 18th.
Local organizations may apply for three grant types—Community Arts, Organizational Development, and Community Events. Intended to provide arts access to underserved communities, support nonprofits in diversity, and incubate events in the local economy, grant awards will be announced from October to November.
Community Arts Grants seek projects and programs that ensure arts opportunities for underserved communities and youth, with a maximum funding of up to $6,000.
Organizational Development Grants are dedicated to supporting nonprofits capacity and performance, enhance audience reach, and increase earned income. Embracing a variety of arts organizations, including multicultural and neighborhood arts, the maximum funding request is $15,000.
Community Events & Festivals Grants will include events and festivals that contribute to the city’s cultural vitality and promotion, with a maximum funding request of $15,000. Applicants must have nonprofit status and qualify by attending an in person workshop or an online workshop on July 30th from 4:30 to 5:30pm. To register, visit www.sbac.ca.gov/city-grants
All applications are reviewed by the City-appointed Arts Advisory Committee and Community Events & Festivals Committee.
To apply, visit www.sbac.ca.gov/city-grants
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Volunteers from the Assistance League posed with Fun in the Sun students and their shopping bags full of new clothes, swimsuits, and towels
Courtesy of United Way
Courtesy of Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
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Powerful Stories from New French Cinema
By Robert F. Adams / Special to VOICE
CONCLUDING A WEEKLONG MINI-FESTIVAL
AT THE RIVIERA on July 18th, this year’s French Wave screenings presented perspectives that exposed human-centric dramas to the fortunate audiences that attended. A selection of newer cinematic works, they mainly pondered relationships, with main characters or ensembles vying to wrest with emotional changes, whether heading toward a downward spiral or with strength or healing emerging. Many of the characters we got to know in the eleven films were existing in worlds adjacent to the edges of self-realization.
All Your Faces (Je Verrai Toujours Vos Visages), was a hard-hitting effective drama about the restorative justice system in France in which convicted parties sit with victims and, in a very structured environment, talk. The programs promote
healing ideally, and are carefully set up via the justice administrations. This film had standout performances from an ensemble cast. Directed and written by Jeanne Herry, the filmmaker took the time to ferret out each person’s drama. As a result, insight into causes and effects of crimes was offered, exposing the tawdry or careless motivations of the perpetrators. In her best role in many years, young Adèle Exarchopoulos (Blue is the Warmest Color) was particularly outstanding among her co-stars which included charged performances from Yasmine Leïla Bekhti, Miou-Miou, and a deep cast of other terrific veteran French film actors.
Another outstanding film was Mon Crime, from director/writer Francois Ozon, which rolled out as a humorous stylized comedy. The film echoed elements found within the musical and film Chicago as well as the recent crime caper Knives Out. A pleasure to watch, there were many vivid scenes from the energetic cast that
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included Nadia Tereszkiewicz and Rebecca Marder as the two female leads along with a splashy cameo from the great actress Isabelle Huppert. Even with some overwrought script elements, many of the best scenes were both funny and outrageously ironic.
Also starring Nadia Tereszkiewicz from Mon Crime, Red Island was a solid inclusion. This film is an evocative portrayal of military families intertwining on the African island nation of Madagascar. This vividly realized movie featured evocative location cinematography and lighting, with themes swirling around the injustices of French colonialism. Another part of the story displayed sequences based on comicbook fantasies. The story is a coming-ofage drama and is a captivating example of a detailed memory of family history. The main character, an eight-year-old boy, witnesses the hostilities found within a typical military family. Far from a postcard view of island existence, this film provides dark indictments of colonialmilitary misadventures. The filmmaker is the accomplished and sensitive Robin Campillo who was behind the sensational and award-winning BPM from 2017.
mournfully lonely caretaker. Some of music and monochromatic camera shots are captivating. The opening night film was a well-realized trial drama, Cédric Kahn’s The Goldman Case (Le Procès Goldman). Almost as interesting as last season’s Belgian trial film, Anatomy of a Fall, this film was based on a historical trial. Pitting racist leanings of the police against an imperfect hero, the film won accolades for the central performance from Arieh Worthalter. This film ably captures the 1975 trial, dubbed “The Trial of the Century.”
Another strong entry was Stéphane Brizé’s new film, Out of Season (Hors Saison), that honestly and clearly dramatizes a middle-age romance. The seaside locations were outstanding, along with aching performances from Italian actress Alba Rohrwacher and her selfabsorbed love interest, subtly played by Guillaume Canet. Both performances are nuanced and make the film credible. The director has a gentle touch in exploring the unsettled places within their hearts. This impending erotic duo are isolated together within a distant tourist oceanfront mecca, perhaps a little like the island settings Ingmar Bergman used in films like Persona and in Hour of the Wolf. The results are captivating and spontaneous, and we learn things about regret and compromise along the way.
A mysteriously elegant film was The Dreamer (L’homme D’argile), from director-writer Anaïs Tellenne. An intriguing story that is a hybrid between Pygmalion and Beauty and the Beast, the film’s settings feature Gothic cinematic flourishes. Character-wise we see the obsessions of a wild and attractive artist and the victim she makes of the estate’s
Other screenings rounding out the program included the hard-hitting Parisian urban drama signifying deep unrest in the depths of contemporary Paris, Les Indésirables - Bâtiment 5. Creator Ladj Ly continues have a special bent in illustrating societal deprivations experienced by immigrants. Daaaaaali! from writer-director Quentin Dupieux was an amusing story about a fictional encounter with the surrealist painter and art figure Salvador Dali. Adding to the foment of the week of screenings, Mars Express was presented. The film style is strongly influenced by Japanese anime and the project is from Jérémie Périn. The plot structure balances a futuristic thriller approach with the threat and presence of robots. This feature provides a visually intellectual glimpse into the man vs. machine fears. Of the whole week, most of the scripts were delicately thoughtful, and most found dramatic punches of the human condition.
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Leïla Bekhti in All Your Faces
Out of Season
Cédric Kahn’s The Goldman Case, with Arieh Worthalter
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Beth Amine's Wildcat Extravaganza
The elegance of Latin and international ballroom dance will meet upbeat hip hop, belly dance, and more at Beth Amine's Wildcat Extravaganza at the Wildcat Lounge from 7 to 9:30pm on Friday, July 26th. Tickets are $20 at the door.
Friday 7|26
DANCE
Beth Amine's Wildcat Extravaganza • Latin International Ballroom, Hip Hop, Belly dance, and more • Wildcat Lounge • $20 • 7-9:30pm Fr, 7/26.
MUSIC
Carpinteria Concert Series
• Free concert by Heart & Soul • Carpinteria Arts Center • 6-9pm Fr, 7/26.
Candlelight Concert • Tribute to Taylor Swift or Cold Play (9pm)• New Vic Theater • Starting $41 • www.etcsb.org • 6:30 & 9:00pm Fr, 7/26.
Play Bill: Covering the Music of and for Bill Lanphar • Local musicians concert • Alcazar Theatre • www.thealcazar.org • $20 • 7pm Fr, 7/26.
MJ Live • Michael Jackson tribute • Chumash Casino • $3550 • www.chumashcasino.com • 8pm Fr, 7/26.
Summer Reggae Jam • Soul Majestic & True Zion • SOhO • $20-25 • www.sohosb.com • 9pm Fr, 7/26.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Extended Hours at the Sea Center • Sea Center, Stearns Wharf • 10am-7pm Fr & Sa, through 7/27.
Funk Zone Live • Funk Zone businesses open late for art walk with music, food • Free • 5-8pm Fr, 7/26.
Una Fiesta de los Adobes • Dinner, flamenco, and history • SB Historical Museum • $1,000 • www.sbhistorical.org • 6:30pm Fr, 7/26.
TEENS
Relax & Craft for Teens • Grafting for grades 7-12 • Central Library • Free • 12-1:30pm Fr.
Saturday 7|27
COMEDY
South Coast Stand Up • Comedian Adam Carolla • Alcazar Theatre • www.thealcazar.org •
$40-25 • 8pm Sa, 7/27.
DANCE
Tablao SOhO • Flamenco Santa Barbara! performance • SOhO • $40-50 • www.sohosb.com • 8pm Sa, 7/27.
MUSIC
JÜPITER • SB Symphony with dancers and aerialists • Lobero Theatre • $45-83 • www.lobero.org • 7pm Sa, 7/27.
Academy Festival Orchestra
• Adams and Prokofiev • Granada Theatre • www.granadasb.org • $35-115 • 7:30pm Sa, 7/27.
OUTDOORS
Hike Arroyo Hondo Preserve
• The first & third weekends, Sat & Sun 10am-4pm. Free • https://tinyurl.com/n856y2yp
SPECIAL EVENTS
Red Cross Blood Drive • Give back • 2500 Lillie Ave, Summerland • 9am-3pm Sa, 7/27.
SB High School Swap Meet
• Shop variety of goods, visit library van • SB High School • 8am-1pm Sa, 7/27.
Oxnard Salsa Festival • Delicious salsas, live music, and more • Plaza Park • Starting $7 • www.oxnardsalsafestival.com • 11am-7pm Sa, 7/27 & 7/28.
Crafternoons: Summer Nature Crafts • Get creative with natureinspired crafts • Art From Scrap • $8 • www.exploreecology.org • 11:30am-1pm Sa.
Forage & Feast: From the Garden to the Table • Dinner party celebrating native plants • SB Botanic Garden • Sold out • www.sbbotanicgarden.org • 5-8:30pm Sa, 7/27.
Afterparty at MOXI • Adultsonly games night • MOXI Museum • $35-45 • 7-10pm Sa, 7/27.
Sunday 7|28
LECTURES/MEETINGS
Wikipedia Edit-a-Thon • Learn how to write Wikipedia articles • Central Library • Register: https://tinyurl.com/3w7s2552 • 10am-12pm Su 7/28.
MUSIC
Sandy Cummings & Jazz Du Jour • Jazz concert • SOhO • $10 • www.sohosb.com • 12:303:30pm Su, 7/28.
Sing! & The Young People’s Chorus of NYC • Children vocalists • Marjorie Luke Theatre • Free-$40+ • www.luketheatre.org • 7pm Su, 7/28.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Guelaguetza Popular • Festival celebrating Oaxacan culture • Santa Maria Fairpark • Free • 10am-6pm Su, 7/28.
Monday 7|29
CHILDREN
Lunch at the Library • Free lunches for children and teens, part of USDA Summer Food Service Program • Central Library • 12-1pm weekdays, through 8/16.
Dinosaur Safari • Dino fun facts tour, best for ages five to nine • SB Museum of Natural History • Free with admission • 1:30-2:10pm Mo, & Fr.
Earl Minnis Presents: JÜPITER
Marvel at aerial acrobatics while listening to the indie pop melodies of JÜPITER when she teams up with Jared Nels, Santa Barbara Symphony musicians, and Selah Dance at the Lobero Theatre at 7pm on Saturday, July 27th. For tickets ($45) visit www.lobero.org
LECTURES/MEETINGS
PARLIAMO! Italian Conversation • All levels • The Natural Cafe, 361 Hitchcock Way • http://parliamo.yolasite.com • Free • 5-6:30pm Mon.
Tuesday 7|30
LECTURES/MEETINGS
Chaucer’s Book Talk • Local author Julian Gresser, How the Leopard Changed Its Spots • Chaucer’s Books • Free • 6pm Tu, 7/30.
MUSIC
Music at the Ranch • Free outdoor concert with Out of the Blue, food trucks • Rancho La Patera & Stow House • 5:307:30pm Tu, 7/30.
Wednesday 7|31
CHILDREN
Yellow Bird Music • Musical play for whole family • Central Library • Free • 12-1pm We, 7/31.
LECTURES/MEETINGS
Le Cercle Français • French conversation, all levels • The Natural Cafe, 361 Hitchcock Way • https://tinyurl.com/5ejbd9ye • Free • 5-6:30pm We.
MUSIC
Summer Music Series • Free outdoor concert with Nathan & Jesse • 718 State St. • 5:30-7:30pm We, through 7/31.
Barbara Ghost Tours
Photo courtesy of Beth Amine
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This Week at The Music Academy of the West
Friday 7|26
Double Bass Masterclass • With Nico Abondolo • Weinman Hall • Free-$10 • 1:30pm Fr, 7/26
Oboe Masterclass • With Eugene Izotov • Lehmann Hall • Free-$10 • 1:30pm Fr, 7/26
Solo Piano Masterclass • With Conor Hanick • Hahn Hall • Free$10 • 3:30pm Fr, 7/26
Fellow Fridays • Chamber music concert • Hahn Hall • Starting $45 • 7:30pm Fr, 7/26
Saturday 7|27
Uprising/Rising Up • Lawrence Brownlee & Lehrer Vocal Institute fellows • Hahn Hall • Starting $65 • 1:30pm Sa, 7/27
Academy Festival Orchestra • David Robertson conducts Adams and Prokofiev • Granada Theatre • $18-115 • 7:30pm Sa, 7/27
Sunday 7|28
Sing! & The Young People's Chorus of NYC • Youth choral concert • Marjorie Luke Theatre • Starting $40 • 7pm Su, 7/28.
Monday 7|29
Duo Competition • Piano • Hahn Hall • Starting $55, community access $10 • 4pm Mo, 7/29.
Tuesday 7|30
Viola Masterclass • With Cynthia Phelps • Weinman Hall • Free-$10 • 1:30pm Tu, 7/30.
Harp Masterclass • With JoAnn Turovsky • Weinman Hall • Free-$10 • 3:30pm Tu, 7/30.
Percussion Masterclass • With Michael Werner • Hahn Hall • Free-$10 • 3:30pm Tu, 7/30.
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OUTDOORS
Family Gardening Exploration • Hands-on family gardening • Yanonali Community Garden • Free, register: www.exploreecology.org • 2-3pm We, 7/31.
TEENS
LGBTQ+ PROUD Youth Group • Support for ages 12-18 • Pacific Pride Fdn • Central Library, Teen Area • 4-6pm We.
Thursday 8|1
CHILDREN
Art Meets Nature: All-Ages Activity • Create colorful butterfly crafts • SB Museum of Natural History • Free with admission • 11am-12pm Th.
The Art of Science: Drawing Splendid Plumage • Drawing session for ages eight and up • SB Museum of Natural History • Free with admission • 1:30-2:30pm Th.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Knit 'n' Needle • Sew, knit, and crochet with friends • Montecito Library • 2-3:30pm Th
Friday 8|2
DANCE
Mercedes de Córdoba • Flamenco Arts Festival performance • Lobero Theatre • $51-151 • www.lobero.org • 7:30pm Fr, 8/2.
Solo Piano Spotlight • Fellow showcase • Hahn Hall • Starting $40, community access $10 • 7:30pm Tu, 7/30.
Wednesday 7|31
Cello Masterclass • With David Geber • Lehmann Hall • Free-$10 • 1:30pm We, 7/31.
Flute Masterclass • With Timothy Day • Weinman Hall • Free-$10 • 1:30pm We, 7/31.
Trumpet Masterclass • With Barbara Butler • Weinman Hall • Free-$10 • 3:30pm We, 7/31.
Salon Series IV • Intimate chamber music • Lehmann Hall • Starting $45, community access $10 • 7:30pm We, 7/31.
Thursday 8|1
Violin Masterclass • With Nathan Cole • Lehmann Hall •
LECTURES/MEETINGS
Free Astronomy Talk • Ethanol in the Ether by Nikolaus Volgenau • SB Museum of Natural History, Fleischmann Auditorium • 7:30pm Fr, 8/2.
MUSIC
Fiesta Friday • Music with DJ Darla Bea and Spencer the Gardener • Buena Onda Empanadas • 6pm Fr, 8/2.
My Summer Adventure Book • Make a memory book • SB Botanic Garden • Free with admission • www.sbbotanicgarden.org • 10:30am-12:30pm Sa, 8/3.
DANCE
Tablao Flamenco • Dancing and tapas • Legacy Art SB • $2025 • RSVP to 805-886-5530 • 7pm Sa, 8/3.
Sing! & The Young People’s Chorus of NYC
Hear Bernstein, Beethoven, the Beatles, and more when the Music Academy of the West’s Sing! chorus teams up with The Young People’s Chorus of NYC at the Marjorie Luke Theatre at 7pm on Sunday, July 28th. For tickets (Free-$40) visit www.musicacademy.org
Free-$10 • 1:30pm Th, 8/1.
Lehrer Vocal Institute Masterclass • With John Churchwell • Hahn Hall • Free$10 • 3:30pm Th, 8/1.
x2 Series • Teaching artists & fellows • Hahn Hall • Starting $45, community access $10 • 7:30pm Th, 8/1.
Friday 8|2
Marilyn Horne Song Competition • Vocal Institute
fellows showcase • Hahn Hall • Starting $55, community access $10 • 11am Fr, 8/2.
Fellow Fridays IV • Chamber music • Hahn Hall • Starting $55, community access $10 • 7:30pm Fr, 8/2.
Saturday 8|3
Mahler’s Symphony No. 6 • Academy Festival Orchestra, conductor Hannu Lintu • Granada Theatre • $18-115 • 7:30pm Sa, 8/3.
Chaucer’s Book Talk with Local Author Julian Gresser
Discover secrets of resilience and making the most of adversity when local author Julian Gresser discusses and signs his new book How the Leopard Changed Its Spots: Evolutionary Values for an Age in Crisis at Chaucer’s Books at 6pm on Tuesday, July 30th. www.chaucersbooks.com
MUSIC
Mahler’s Symphony No. 6 • Academy Festival Orchestra & Hannu Lintu • Granada Theatre • $35-115 • www.granadasb.org • 7:30pm Sa, 8/3.
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PCPA Presents Cabaret
Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome to Cabaret! Experience the maelstrom of romance, music, and political anxieties of 1920s Berlin when PCPA presents Cabaret at the Solvang Festival Theatre at 8pm on Friday, August 2nd. Performances run through Aug. 25th. For tickets (starting at $25) visit www.pcpa.org
for ages 14+ • Yanonali Community Garden • Free, register: https://tinyurl.com/5a2hkt25 • 9-10am Sa, 8/3.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Open Workshop • Open crafting workshop space for teens/adults • Art From Scrap • $12 • www.exploreecology.org • 2-4pm Sa, 8/3.
Sunday 8|4
MUSIC
Whole Hog • Bluegrass, swing, country • Stow House • Free • 2-4pm Su, 8/4.
Jackson Browne • Rock concert • Lobero Theatre • Sold out • www.lobero.org • 7pm Su, 8/4.
Legally Blonde: The Musical • Elle Woods takes Harvard by storm • Theatre Group at SBCC • Garvin Theatre • $19-29 • Through 7/27.
The Play That Goes Wrong • Fourthwall breaking comedy • PCPA • Solvang Festival Theater • Starting at $25 • www.pcpa.org • Through 7/28.
Heroes • Veterans reflect on their past • Center Stage Theater • $20-25 •
Fiddler on the Roof JR • Student musical • Rubicon Theatre, Ventura • $15-20 • www.rubicontheatre.org • 7pm Fr, 7/26-7/28; 2pm 7/27 & 7/28. Our Ojai • Inspired by Our Town • Ojai Art Center Theater • www.ojaiact.org • $10-25 • 2pm Su, 7/28.
The Game • Developing play that is part gameshow • PCPA • Boyd Hall, Santa Maria • $10 • www.pcpa.org • 7pm Sa, 7/27, 7/28 & 8/4.
Cabaret • Avant garde musical in late ‘20s Berlin • PCPA • Solvang Festival Theatre • Starting $25 • www.pcpa.org • 8pm Fr, 8/2, through 8/25.
featuring 4 Blockbuster hits by legendary director and Santa Barbara local, Robert Zemeckis!
Siesta After Fiesta • Relax with DJ Darla Bea • Mar Monte Pool • 1-4pm Su, 8/4. Special Centennial Pricing 2 for
BONUS: Q&A w/ the Director!
Aug 10 @ 7pm Romancing The Stone Aug 17 @ 7pm Back to the Future Aug 24 @ 7pm Who Framed Roger Rabbit Aug 31 @ 7pm Forrest Gump presents The Zemeckis Family
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin Book by Heather Hach
McCARTHY
Alexander Pimentel, Erika Olson, Sophia Caressa, George Walker, & Diva LaMarr
Photo by Luis Escobar, Reflections Photography Studio
STAY & PLAY • Share stories with kids • Montecito Library ~ 9-10:30am Tu
MUSIC & MOVEMENT
• For ages 2-5 • Central Library ~ 10:1510:45am We.
BABY AND ME • For babies 0-14 months • Courthouse Sunken Garden ~ 11-11:30am & 5-5:30pm We.
LIBRARY ON THE GO • Oak Park ~ 10am-12pm Fr, 7/26; Harding School ~ 12-2pm Mo, 7/29; State St. Farmer’s Market ~ 4-6:30pm Tu, 7/30; Franklin School ~ 10am-12pm We, 7/31; 2:304:30pm Fr, 8/2; Bohnett Park ~ 12:30-2pm & 3:30-5pm We, 7/31; Shoreline Park ~ 10am12pm Th, 8/1; Ortega Pool ~ 2:30-4:30pm Th, 8/1; Oak Park ~ 10am-12pm Fr, 8/2
READ TO A DOG • For grades 3-6 • Central Library ~ 12-1pm Th.
Asian American Film Series:
Finding Her Beat
Witness bold taiko drummers defying gender roles when the SB Trust for Historic Preservation concludes its Asian American Film Series with a screening of the documentary Finding Her Beat at the Alhecama Theatre at 6pm on Friday, July 26th.
A taiko performance by Togen Daiko will follow the screening. Free entry for SBTHP members, $5 donation for general admission. www.sbthp.org/aafs
Retail Sales Falter Again
By Harlan Green / Special to VOICE
FED
CHAIR POWELL
HAS SAID IT AGAIN. Second-quarter economic data including last week’s consumer price report “do add somewhat” to confidence that inflation is heading down to the central bank’s two percent goal at an Economic Club of Washington interview— a condition for rate cuts, report various media. He repeated that labor markets are now in a “better balance,” and an unexpected weakening in labor markets would also be a reason to adjust rates.
three consecutive months.
Another reason a rate cut is needed sooner is housing. Though for sale inventories are up to a 3.7-month supply, according to REALTORS, builders have been slashing prices because of the sky-high mortgage rates.
Economic
By Harlan Green
That is already happening with the latest revisions to unemployment data and the unemployment rate now up to 4.1 percent. It ticked up to 4.1 percent in June from 3.8 percent in March. The sudden rise in the unemployment rate in the middle of the work year should alarm Fed officials.
Further evidence of slowing job growth is that average hourly wage growth fell to 3.9 percent. It makes up to two-thirds of production costs for most businesses and is now the main driver of inflation.
Another reason a rate cut seems more likely is that retail sales were unchanged in June once again. It actually fell when inflation is factored. It’s now been flat for
Nearly one third of home sellers in Sun Belt cities are slashing their asking prices as the number of properties for sale in those markets surges.
The share of home listings with a price cut was the highest in metropolitan areas across the South as homeowners competed to entice buyers, according to June monthly data from real-estate company Realtor.com. The report includes data for home listings in the 50 largest U.S. metropolitan areas going back to 2016.
Total existing-home sales – completed transactions that include single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums and co-ops –retreated 0.7 percent from April to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.11 million in May. Year-over-year, sales were down from 4.23 million in May 2023.
"Eventually, more inventory will help boost home sales and tame home price gains in the upcoming months," said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. "Increased housing
Advance of U.S. retail and food services sales for June 2024, adjusted for seasonal variation and holiday and trading-day differences, but not for price changes, were $704.3 billion, virtually unchanged (±0.5 percent) from the previous month, but up 2.3 percent (±0.5 percent) above June 2023. Total sales for the April 2024 through June 2024 period were up 2.5 percent (±0.5 percent) from the same period a year ago.
supply spells good news for consumers who want to see more properties before making purchasing decisions."
It is also putting more affordable housing on the market. In the NAR’s June report, as in the previous four months, the growth in homes particularly priced in the $200,000 to $350,000 range outpaced all other price categories, as home inventory in this range grew by 50.0 percent compared with last year, surpassing even last month’s high 45.1 percent growth rate. This increase is again primarily fueled by a greater availability of smaller and more affordable homes in the South.
Total housing inventory registered at
the end of May was 1.28 million units, up 6.7 percent from April and 18.5 percent from one year ago (1.08 million). The 3.7-month supply at the current sales pace is up from 3.5 months in April and 3.1 months in May 2023.
All the discounting won’t cure the housing shortage but it will create more affordable housing.
Consumer spending itself has now slowed for three consecutive months because of too high interest rates, as has the job market, which has now taken a dangerous downturn.
So why wait for a September rate cut, as many are predicting? The Fed’s FOMC meets next in July.
Harlan Green has been the 18-year Editor-Publisher of PopularEconomics.com, a weekly syndicated financial wire service. He writes a Popular Economics Weekly Blog. He is an economic forecaster and teacher of real estate finance with 30-years experience as a banker and mortgage broker. To reach Harlan call (805)452-7696 or email editor@populareconomics.com.
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Assessor’s Parcel Number: 035-342-008
Zoning Designation: R-2 (Two-Unit Residential)
Application Number: PLN2024-00095
Applicant / Owner: Zachary Ulrick / Hamid Fallahi
Project Description: Floor Area Zoning Modification to convert existing understory to storage area.
• 808 East Cota Street
Assessor’s Parcel Number: 031-233-002
Zoning Designation: C-G (Commercial General)
Application Number: PLN2023-00346
Applicant / Owner: Briana Rios / John Birchall
Project Description: Open Yard Zoning Modification to convert a portion of commercial area to a single-unit residence.
• 305 Rancheria St. & 515 W. Gutierrez St.
Assessor’s Parcel Number: 037-222-032 and 037-222-007
Zoning Designation: R-MH (Residential Multi-Unit and Hotel)
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Project Description: Lot Line Adjustment
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Music Academy of the West Chamber Music Reaches New Heights
By Daisy Scott / VOICE
CHAMBER MUSIC MADE A SYMPHONIC SPLASH at Hahn Hall on July 18th as the Music Academy of the West’s x2 Series propelled the Summer Festival boldly forward. A popular series for its magnificent pairings of Teaching Artists with Academy fellows, Thursday’s concert emerged as a testament to the summer fellows’ talents for infusing chamber music with a rich blend of excitement and reflection.
An unorthodox quartet began the night with a delightful surprise. Three brass musicians — Kristin Andlauer (French horn), Paul Merkelo (trumpet), and Weston Sprott (trombone) — took the stage with Jonathan Feldman on piano. Smiling with anticipation, the musicians launched into the bustling melodies of Pierre Gabaye’s Récréation
Harnessing Gabaye’s neoclassical energy, the brass fellows alternated between crisp lyricism and instances of jazzy, brassy fun. The effect was wholly
entertaining, prompting scattered applause and chuckles from the audience at the end of the first movement. As the piece continued, Andlauer proved her skill with the French horn, building a nuanced harmony with Merkelo’s piano trills and her brass counterparts.
Nine fellows next filled the stage for a performance of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s Nonet in F Minor, Op. 2 that demonstrated chamber music’s potential to enchant audiences. Clarinet fellow Katia Sofia Waxman said it best as she introduced the piece, commenting the work possessed the dynamics of an orchestra, “but it could still fit in your living room.”
Complex and captivating, it is difficult to believe that Coleridge-Taylor composed his Nonet when he was only 18 years old. Woodwinds guided the musical conversation, as Waxman, Eugene Isotov (oboe), and Benjamin Kamins (bassoon) enhanced the work with crooning asides. Strings cultivated a romantic edge, as Clara Prinston (viola) and Sibbi Bernhardsson (violin) kept a singing pace with Tim Beccue on cello and Min Kyung
As focus shifted between each of the nine musicians, one could not help but appreciate their skills in realizing the full delicacy and range of their respective instruments.
The resonant, moodier tones of Brahms’ Clarinet Quintet in B Minor, Op. 115 concluded the evening’s program with passion. A string quartet of Academy fellows, composed of Miyabi Henriksen (violin), Steven Song (violin), Jason Lan (viola), and Shijie Ma (cello), joined forces with clarinet Teaching Artist Richie Hawley to weave a mesmerizing sonic narrative.
Moving from quick, hopeful arcs to tender, meditative refrains, Henriksen and Song possessed palpable chemistry as they performed with vigor. Lan and Ma played with an inviting intensity, maintaining a warm atmosphere through the work’s four movements. Then suddenly the strings shifted to staccato, punctuating Hawley’s clarinet as it soared to a remarkable finale.
For a full schedule of upcoming Music Academy of the West concerts view VOICE’s calendar on page 20 For concert tickets and more information visit www.musicacademy.org
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Cho on double bass. Kevin Takeda on piano expertly rounded out the work’s most dramatic flairs.
Weston Sprott, Jonathan Feldman, Kristin Andlauer, and Paul Merkelo
Photo by Emma Matthews
Fiesta Finale to Celebrate 25 Years of Art & Community
WHAT BETTER WAY TO BID FAREWELL TO ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL FIESTA SEASON than a night of joyous music, dance, and living art? At 5:30pm on Sunday, August 4th, The Profant Foundation for the Arts will host its 25th Annual Fiesta Finale, offering guests tableside entertainment while they enjoy El Paseo Restaurant’s historic atmosphere.
Since 2000, The Profant Foundation for the Arts has awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships to local artists of all ages and backgrounds. The nonprofit also supports Santa Barbara’s cultural heritage by sponsoring arts education programs and exhibitions. Fiesta Finale acts as one of the foundation’s primary fundraisers.
In honor of its 25th anniversary, Fiesta Finale’s annual highlight, a “living art” display, will represent a three-dimensional sculpture for the first time. Participants will motionlessly pose in the style of the to-be-revealed work of art, allowing attendees to admire the piece in a new light.
Professional dancers will also amaze guests with performances in the intimate setting. Marisol Cabrera will dance Escuela Bolera with castanets, while criticallyacclaimed dancer Lakshmi Basile will join Aldo Ruiz and a team of musicians for a display of passionate flamenco. Then, former New York City Ballet dancer Rachel Hutsell will dance excerpts from Don Quixote with Eduard Sargsyan.
Opera will also take center stage, with Argentinian soprano Camila Lima and Chilean Tenor Felipe Prado presenting popular operatic pieces, and Dennis Diaz singing Spanish love songs. Piano will complete the night’s musical offerings, with performers including local legend Gil Rosas and past Profant Foundation scholarship recipient Cainan Birchim.
Additional highlights include a costume contest for attendees, a live auction led by Erin Graffy, and an open dance floor after the evening’s performances. There is also a special samba planned to highlight the foundation’s namesake, John Profant’s, favorite dance.
Balcony seats ($100) to enjoy the evening’s performances (dinner not included) remain available, with a waitlist available for general seating and dinner. For tickets and more information visit https://profantfoundation.org
“I’m involved with the St. Francis Foundation, because even in our thriving and generous community, we still have neighbors who need support and I feel called to help.”
- Salvatory “Tory” Milazzo, St. Francis of Santa Barbara Board Member since 2015
The St. Francis Foundation of Santa Barbara is a steward of financial resources bestowed by donors, in support of local community organizations focused on health, palliative and geriatric care.
Read our history at www.stfrancisfoundationsb.org
Board Members:
Salvatore “Tory” Milazzo - Board President
Syd Walker - Vice President
Sue Adams
Sam Capra - Treasurer
Mary Solis - Secretary
Debbie Cloud
Mike Eliason
Father Larry Gosselin, OFM. Whitt Hollis
Heidi Holly
Jan Ingram
The Rev. Mary Moreno-Richardson
Jeanne West
Photos by Fritz Olenberger
OF SANTA BARBARA ~ founded in 1956 ~
The contagious rhythm of flamenco
BBy Isaac Hernández de Lipa / VOICE
RINGING WORLD-RENOWNED FLAMENCO DANCER
Mercedes de Córdoba and the West Coast Premiere of Ser...Ni Conmigo Ni Sin Mí (Being...neither with me nor without me) to Santa Barbara, The Flamenco Arts Festival is celebrating 25 years.
Born Mercedes Ruiz Muñoz (Córdoba, 1980), the artist won the 2013 National Flamenco Prize in Spain when she was 23 and continues to win awards, including four at the 2022 Festival de Jerez for her show Sí, quiero the same year she performed at the prestigious Bienal de Flamenco de Sevilla to great acclaim. She was nominated for the 2023 UK National Dance Awards as Outstanding Female Classical Performance, which Tiler Peck, principal dancer with New York City Ballet, ended up winning.
“This is a rare opportunity for the community to witness the beauty of flamenco dance and music, performed by world-renowned artists who are at the height of their careers,” says FAF founder Vibiana Pizano, who met Mercedes at the Festival de Jerez.
“You might think that you need to travel to Spain and spend thousands of dollars to see this caliber of artists, but you don’t! By attending the Flamenco Arts Festival, you can experience the highest level of flamenco artistry from Spain right here in Santa Barbara and support the FAF mission of promoting cultural diversity in the arts.”
As part of the weekend, Mercedes and the company’s percussionist, Paco Vega, will lead dance and cajón workshops respectively at SB Dance Arts, including a free dance class for children. (Register at FAF2024KIDS.eventbrite.com)
The rest of the compañía includes Juan Campallo on guitar, and cantaores/singers Jesús Corbacho and Pepe de Pura. The Artistic Direction, Concept and Choreography are by Mercedes herself (she has also won awards in these departments), with Ángel Rojas as co-Artistic Director and Campallo as Musical Director.
“The show consists of five scenes, depicting the various stages through which the main character travels via her memories, conflicts, fears, and hopes,” the compañía explains. “The journey is guided and provoked throughout by singing, guitar-playing, and costumes that come to life and then are lost, mirroring the inner world of the artist as she grapples with what is, was, will be, could be, or should be.”
The 25th anniversary festivities include a pre-concert reception in front of the Lobero, and an After Party for VIP ticket holders.
Come to the Gala to celebrate 25 years of FAF, 100 years of Old Spanish Days Fiesta, and 151 years of the Lobero. The fun is contagious. But beware, you may get bitten by the flamenco bug.
Viviana Pizano founded the Flamenco Arts Festival in 1999, “after attending the Bienal de Flamenco de Sevilla in 1994, a month-long festival where all the flamenco masters gather to showcase their work and teach,” together with her father, Alberto Pizano, “who co-founded the Santa Barbara Mariachi Festival in 1995 with Salud Carbajal.
FAF is the first flamenco festival in California and a Latino organized 501(c)3 arts and education nonprofit dedicated to the art of flamenco featuring artists from Spain and the U.S., who perform and impart their knowledge through educational activities. https://flamencoarts.org
The GALA • August 2nd • Lobero Theatre
6pm. Pre-Concert Reception. Free to ticket holders 7:30pm. Performance by Compañía Mercedes de Córdoba, (Tickets start at $51) 9:30pm - midnight. Gala After Party (included with $151 VIP ticket)
Dance and Music Workshops
SB Dance Arts, 531 E. Cota, Santa Barbara
Aug. 3 • 1pm. Free Dance Class for Kids with Mercedes de Córdoba Register at FAF2024KIDS.eventbrite.com
Aug. 3 • 1pm. Intro to Flamenco Cajón with Paco Vega Aug. 3 • 2:30pm. Inter-Adv Dance Workshop with Mercedes de Córdoba
Aug. 4 • 9am. Inter-Adv Dance Workshop with Mercedes de Córdoba
Paco Vega
Mercedes de Córdoba and Jesús Corbacho
Photo by Curro Medina
Photo by Marta Vila Aguila
Photo by Camila Guimarcy
Hiroko’s Hawaiian Cruise
By Sigrid Toye / VOICE
NE OF THE AMAZING PERKS OF WRITING THIS COLUMN IS THAT I GET TO HAVE A LOT OF FUN! Which is exactly what happened last weekend when I was lucky enough to be in Hawaii (that is...it certainly felt like Hawaii) aboard Hiroko Benko’s beautiful whale watcher, the Condor Express. Once aboard I was greeted warmly by the Hostess with the Mostess, Benko herself, who provided me with a lei and guided me to a table ladened with a delectable potpourri of goodies: a beautiful display of fruit to go with a huge selection of cheeses, cold cuts, bread, crackers, and crunchy snacks. All my favorite foods! And, needless to say, the bartenders were busy as well, pouring all kinds of fun looking drinks in clear as glass biodegradable cups — thank-you-very-much!
“The Hawaii Cruise is one of our summer cruises, although we have party cruises almost the year around, starting with a Fireworks Cruise and ending with the Parade of Lights during the holidays,” Benko shared. “On Saturday, the music attracted a huge pod of dolphins who swam along side…a special treat!” One of my favorite cruises (yet to come) is the Broadway Musical Cruise, to take place in approximately six weeks, on Saturday, August 17th, from 6 to 8pm. I’m told that on board that evening will be community vocal talent singing a variety of toe-tapping show tunes...and maybe even an opera aria or two, complete with piano accompaniment. “These summer party cruises are such fun for me,” added Benko, “and hopefully lots of fun for our guests as well.” That appeared to be the case on the Hawaiian Cruise because as the event was sold out with 127 happy people aboard...and a waiting list.
But the Condor Express wears many hats…well, if a boat could wear hats, and isn’t just a party cruiser or an award-winning Whale Watching boat. It is also serves as a venue for private events, trips to the Islands, corporate gatherings, and all kinds of charters.
The Condor Express has also performed vital community services during emergencies and challenging natural disasters, among which was the deadly debris flow of 2018 that isolated the Santa Barbara community. The Condor Express was transformed into a mode of transportation to convey essential personnel from Ventura to Santa Barbara when the 101 freeway was inaccessible, and no other means of transportation was available.
safe whale watching destination,” offered Benko. “In so many ways, Captain Fred would be very proud of our local communities uniting for the conservation of the whales, dolphins, and porpoises off the Santa Barbara coast.”
Wandering about the decks last Saturday I had the opportunity to listen to Troy Fernandez, world renowned ukulele master and his lovely Hula dancers – his daughters, Tory and Tia. It was such fun chatting with friends while viewing the beautiful Santa Barbara coastline from the water as the sun slowly disappeared below the horizon. And how lucky I was to be aboard. What could be a better summer Saturday evening than that?
Sigrid Toye volunteers for the Breakwater Flag Project. She is on the board of directors of the Maritime Museum and participates in Yacht Club activities. An educational/behavior therapist, Sigrid holds a Ph.D in clinical psychology. She loves all things creative, including her two grown children who are working artists. Send Harbor tips to: Itssigrid@gmail.com
The Condor Express also served as inspiration to Benko and her team who are concerned about the health and safety of whales in the waters of the Santa Barbara Channel. In October of 2023 the Channel became the 9th (now eleventh!)
Whale Heritage Area in the world. This designation highlights the region’s commitment to supporting ongoing research and conservation efforts, and honoring the timeless cultural connection we have to whales, dolphins and porpoises.
“I’m thrilled that the Whale Heritage Area has come to fruition, especially because my late husband, Fred Benko, first promoted the Santa Barbara Channel as a
By Heidi Schreck | Directed
Photos by Hiroko Benko
Nan Marr, Louis & Mary Sanchez, Bobbie Kinnear, Jean-Michel Cousteau, John Kinnear, and Hiroko Benko
On the Street with John Palminteri
Photos and Stories by John Palminteri / Special to VOICE
California Wine Festival
THE CALIFORNIA WINE FESTIVAL brought multiple regions together on July 19th and 20th for side-by-side tastings, along with special reserve wines, a tri-tip contest, and entertainment. It was all on the Santa Barbara waterfront at Chase Palm Park. The festival showcased the state’s wine industry and also supported the hospitality and restaurant industry all weekend.
More About State Street
SOME STATE STREET PLANS in downtown Santa Barbara include a possible flat street scape and small transit shuttles. Some blocks could see the return of cars and others could be pedestrian exclusive. City staff presented options on July 22nd to business leaders and property owners.
We Have a Deal
AFTER MONTHS OF RALLIES, negotiations and heated meetings, the Santa Barbara Unified School District and the teachers union approved a contract as of July 16th. 10 percent raise this school year. Five percent in 2025-26. The pay could go up more depending on property tax revenue.
John Palminteri is a veteran news reporter and anchor for Newschannel 3-12 TV and both KJEE and KCLU radio in Santa Barbara/Santa Maria/Ventura. Off the air, he’s often bringing his smile and positive energy to the microphone at fundraisers and civic events. John’s social media presence has one of the largest followings in Santa Barbara, and this page has the weekly highlights.
IT WAS A NIGHT OF AMAZING FLAMENCO dancing at the Tablao del Museo at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum on Thursday, July 18th. It was one of several events the museum is hosting as part of the 100th anniversary of Fiesta. The Project Fiesta exhibition inside is also a fantastic display of Old Spanish Days.
Be Careful on the 101 North
THERE’S A NEW traffic pattern on northbound Highway 101 through the Montecito area while the freeway widen project continues. Drivers will have to be careful where the freeway lanes shift to the left and it is also split by k-rail. Two lanes are still open. There’s also no shoulder through this area. It’s only a small section but there was a big back up Sunday, July 21st right after the change in the overnight hours.
Old Spanish Days Decor Appears
FIESTA DECORATIONS ARE starting to appear on buildings and homes throughout Santa Barbara. Old Spanish Days El Presidente Brian Schwabecher says it shows a citywide spirit for the 100th anniversary of Old Spanish Days.
1st Responders
A SMALL SPOT fire was stopped at base of San Marcos Pass near Salvar Rd. on July 18th. Juveniles were detained for questioning. Santa Barbara County Fire with multiple engines put out about a quarter acre fire very quickly about 7:06pm. The area has a history of human caused fires. This is near the “Bridge to Nowhere” and CHP was on it. Medivac landed on the freeway.
INJURED DOG RESCUE on July 18th at Hendry’s Beach to the east side. Santa Barbara Fire, Police, Animal Control, Park Ranger and Harbor Patrol were all on it.
Photo by KEYT
GALLERY LOS OLIVOS FEATURED ARTISTS IN AUGUST
1st Thursday, August 1st, 5pm-8pm 3rd Friday, August 16th, 5pm-8pm
EXHIBIT DATES August 1st - 30th, 2024
GALLERY HOURS Monday - Friday 10am-5:30pm Saturday - Sunday 1pm-6pm Or by Appointment (805) 965-6448
IntheMaking: Contemporary Art at SBMA
INCE FIRST OPENING ITS DOORS IN 1941, THE SANTA BARBARA MUSEUM OF ART has been a platform for contemporary artists. With artworks dating from 1965 to 2023, In the Making now open through March 9th, 2025, is an expansive take on an evolving collection and illustrates the impossible task of pinning down the contemporary, which is never still. Nearly a century ago, Gertrude Stein is reported to have said that “You can be a museum, or you can be modern, but you can’t be both.” However, if you admit that a contemporary collection can only ever be “in the making,” or always in formation, then there is a way out of Stein’s dead end. A museum can be modern, but only if it commits to continuous growth and change.
Cutting across seven decades, this exhibition provocatively mixes artists rarely seen together and reveals their shared preoccupations with optical effects, fantastic otherworldly landscapes, allegory and history to unlock national and ethnic identities, abstract painting’s expressive power, and the aesthetic appeal of mathematical graphs and constructions. Artworks from 50 years ago that can no longer be called contemporary sit alongside those from the 2020s.
One thread that links artists in this show is a shared interest in optics and optical effects, whether the iridescent luminosity of Gisela Colon’s Skewed Square (Phosphorus)(2022), or the eye-twisting moire effect in Eduardo MacIntyre’s painting Tramas sobre negro (1965), or Jesús Rafael Soto’s untitled mobile sculpture from 1970. Garth Weiser’s huge blue painting Trends and Predictions for the Year (2012) conjures these same dizzying effects by removing layers of paint.
The landscapes in this exhibition all seem to arise out of a careful rendering of parts of the natural world with their beautifully crafted details, but these landscapes all have an element of reality stretching fiction if not outright fantasy. Mimi Lauter gives us an impossibly lush and dense garden, while Whitney Bedford’s florescent colors seem to be out of a feverish dream. Jane Dickson’s view of a Los Angeles bungalow at dusk is full of dark portents, as if something terrible was about to happen. Marc Handelman’s violet mountainscape looks like a film negative or x-ray and alludes to repressed histories in America. A landscape can also be sculpted. Elliott Hundley’s tearing flesh from bone (2011) is a tree made with metal leaves, mattress springs, rope, and goats’ hooves.
Assemblage is another thread that binds In the Making together. Daniel Lind-Ramos uses found objects sourced from his Afro-Carribean community in Puerto Rico to build Figura Emisaria (2020), a conduit for communication to another realm. In a work from 1967, Sidney Gordin uses cutout pieces of painted wood to make what feels like an abstract painting that has been pulled into the third dimension. In Memories of Kemi (1974), Betye Saar arranges wooden birds, tooled leather, feathers, and a velvet jewelry box to evoke a memory.
The questions of national identity and history is another topic with which artists in the exhibition grapple. Hailing from Mexico, Rafael Perea de la Cabada in Agua bendita(2000) uses a Mexican flag and Coca-Cola bottles to satirize the media portrayals of Vicente Fox, the former Mexican president. Vian Sora’s haunting landscape alludes to the deserts and oases of Iraq, where she was born.
The abstractions of Albert Contreras, Pierre Soulages, Catherine Lee, and Sean Scully are all examples of the power of abstraction to convey ideas. Soulages conveying a deep emotional energy, while Contreras, Lee, and Scully use repetition to force a mediative state that encourages careful looking to see minute difference in paint marks that initially appear identical.
Finally, York Chang and Jenny Holzer combine words and images, and they both work with the captions, titles, and word tags that are ubiquitous in our media saturated environment. Chang takes printed newspapers and partially covers titles and photographs to block our ability to read them, making them paradoxical and mysterious, while Holzer slaps an ominous warning on a anonymous granite bench turning it into a tombstone.
The exhibition includes works from SBMA’s collection, including Daniel Lind-Ramos, Pierre Soulages, Al Held, Jesus Rafael Soto, Eduardo MacIntyre, Gisela Colon, Rafael Perea de la Cabada, Garth Weiser, Sidney Gordin, Albert Contreras, Jenny Holzer, Betye Saar, Mimi Lauter, York Chang, Jane Dickson, Vian Sora, Whitney Bedford, Elliott Hundley, and Marc Handelman. There is one loan, a black and white painting made by Catherine Lee and Sean Scully as a collaboration.
The Santa Barbara Museum of Art is one of the finest museums on the West coast and is celebrated for the superb quality of its permanent collection. Its mission is to integrate art into the lives of people through internationally recognized exhibitions and special programs, as well as the thoughtful presentation of its permanent collection. www.sbma.net Story submitted by the Santa Barbara Museum of Art
Figura Emisaria, 2020 by Daniel Lind-Ramos. Steel, palm tree branches, dried coconuts, branches, palm tree trunks, wood panels, burlap, concrete blocks, glass aluminum, fabric, lights. SBMA, Museum purchase with funds provided by Kandy Budgor; Luria/Budgor Family Foundation.
of the artist
Ranch,
Sedition, 2022 by York Chang. Archival inkjet on transparent film. SBMA, Museum purchase with funds provided by the Contemporary Art Acquisitions Fund.
Dilmun, 2022 by Vian Sora. Oil and mixed media on canvas. SBMA, Museum purchase with funds provided by the General Art Acquisition Fund.
Agua bendita (Holy Water), 2000 by Rafael Perea de la Cabada. Acrylic and mixed media on canvas, plastic bottles, cloth, and metal. SBMA, Museum purchase with funds provided by the 20th Century Art Acquisition Fund.
2022
Santa Barbara’s Cultural Night Downtown
1Aug. 1st
5 to 8pm
ST THURSDAY is an evening of art and culture in downtown Santa Barbara that takes place on the first Thursday of each month. Participating art venues offer free access to art in a fun and social environment from 5-8pm. 1st Thursday venues also provide additional attractions, such as live music, artist receptions, lectures, wine tastings, and hands-on activities. State Street also comes alive on 1st Thursday with performances and interactive activities.
Galleries, Museums, & Art Venues
1. Voice Gallery, La Cumbre Plaza, 110 S. Hope Avenue, unit H-124 • SBVA are active Santa Barbara Artists who exhibit their original works, and are known for their quality artwork that has an energy of diverse media, color and style with a wide range of Realism Portrait, Still Life, Abstract and Abstract Realism, Landscape and Seascape art works.
2. SBIFF’s Santa Barbara Filmmaker Series, SBIFF Education Center, 1330 State Street• We are featuring five short films that were made last month by 30 teenagers during SBIFF’s Film Camp. Camp was in partnership with United Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County. Campers will be at the screening to present their films.
3. Santa Barbara Fine Art, 1321 State Street • Santa Barbara Fine Art presents "Viva Santa Barbara!" in celebration of the town's 100th Fiesta and Old Spanish Days. This exhibit features local artists' favorite locations and events, showcasing works by premier pastelists Terri Tabor, Kris Buck, Kelly Hine, and Linda Mutti, along with Richard Schloss's "Late Morning, Leadbetter Beach."
4. Ensemble Theatre Company, 33 W Victoria St, 805-965-5400 • Ensemble Theatre Company invites you to tour The New Vic. We will be hosting tours of our theater at 5:30pm, and 6:00pm. Learn about the history of the building, the project that turned it into a state-of-the-art, 296-seat theater in Downtown Santa Barbara and some interesting facts about theaters and how they work.
5. CPC Gallery, 36 E. Victoria St. • Oil painter Ginny Speirs presents “My Escape in Nature.” The paintings are of the plants and animals she encounters on her daily walk. Guitarist David Patt will be performing Bossa Nova and Spanish influences of South America. We serve local wine from Stolpman Vineyards while you enjoy the show.
6. Legacy Arts Listening Room, 1230 State Street • Join us for a reception with live music, food, drinks & art talk with writer Nika Cavat as she shares the inspiring life and work of her mother, Irma Cavat. A pioneering member of UCSB's art department, Irma was a respected artist who exhibited widely from Santa Barbara to Paris, leaving a lasting legacy in the art world.
7. domecíl, 1223 State Street • Stop by domecíl to discover the colorful aerial beachscape paintings of Lucia de Miguel. Also, Trisha Cole will be here to talk about and sign her new book “Life At The Dumpling,” a family guidebook for good living.
8. Benchmark Eatery, 1201 State Street • Join us for Benchmark Eatery's inaugural First Thursdays on August 1st! Coinciding with the first day of Fiesta! Featuring the profound work of James Lambert with Trusty Bud's Live Local Music.
9. 10 West Gallery, 10 W. Anapamu St. • Surface Tension — Energetic surface textures and treatments abound in this group exhibition of Santa Barbara area artists. Featuring abstract expressionism, surrealism, minimalist resin sculpture and ceramic vessels. Artists: Patrick McGinnis, Karen Zazon, Karin Aggeler, Rick Doehring, Sarita Reynolds, Marlene Struss, Patrick Hall, Penny Arntz, Madeline Garrett and Jo Merit.
10. Sullivan Goss, 11 E Anapamu St. • Join us for the opening reception for the latest solo show for internationally acclaimed artist Wosene Worke Kosrof. We will also have on display the original painting by Holli Harmon that became the poster for the centennial anniversary of Santa Barbara’s Old Spanish Days.
11. Alfred Sisley’s Springtime in Moret-surLoing inspires the SBMA's Teaching Artist-led activity
9. Surface Tension, a group exhibition of Santa Barbara area artists, is showing at 10 West
5. Oil painter Ginny Speirs is presenting My Escape in Nature at the CPC Gallery
22. Santa Barbara Historical Museum offers after-hours wine and music with their latest exhibition, Project Fiesta! A History of Old Spanish Days
11. Santa Barbara Museum of Art, 1130 State Street • Join SBMA for Family 1st Thursday in the Family Resource Center for a free, Teaching Artist-led activity from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Create a landscape print using tempera paint, and stencil brushes on yellow paper, inspired by Alfred Sisley’s Springtime in Moret-surLoing (1890). Afterward, enjoy the galleries until 8 pm!
Van Stein, Nancy Davidson, Rick Garcia, Ellie Freudenstein, and Ralph Waterhouse.
16. The Crafters Library, 9 E. Figueroa St. • The Crafter’s Library will host Fiesta Crafts, Cocktails and Karaoke! You can let your inner child out or your inner diva out or both at this fun and free event (cash bar).
12. Santa Barbara Museum of Art Store, 1130 State Street • Enjoy wine and dessert with friends while shopping artisanal products inspired by Fiesta. Shop your favorite local jewelry designer Lys Poet's new collection of colorful beaded necklaces with beads and baubles sourced from Mexico and South America. Find vibrant handmade alpaca woven bags and jewelry from Peru by local antiques and jewelry collector Giselle. Express your sense of style with the highest quality silver jewelry from Taxco, Mexico by Irina Paz.
17. Slice of Light, 9 W. Figueroa St. • We welcome you to join us for a magnificent evening at our photography gallery, featuring the natural beauty of earth and space. Every piece is captured by Santa Barbara local, J K Lovelace. Enjoy fine wine as you explore our latest exhibit, "Passage."
18. The Yes Store, 1015 State Street • The Yes Store is open at our new larger location at 1015 State Street. Come see our fine local arts jewelry, glass, ceramics, wood, leather, photography, paintings and more. Looking for locally handmade gifts or something special for yourself? Look no further than The Yes Store.
explore our galleries, including our latest exhibition, Project Fiesta! A History of Old Spanish Days. From 5:30-6:30pm, enjoy performances by local Fiesta dancers.
23. Paint at Paseo, Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara, 653 Paseo Nuevo, Upper Arts Terrace • Join us for a bratty summer with @omepache, a local Mexican muralist living the Chicano experience in Santa Barbara! Enjoy a 90-minute acrylic painting session, perfect for all ages and abilities. Supplies provided. This free monthly event is open to everyone!
13. KIVA Cowork, 1117 State Street • Swing by Kiva Cowork from 5-8 pm to see Kelly Clause's ocean landscapes, along with works by Nurit Ruckenstein and Lisa Trivell. Enjoy art, shop creations by Meg West Ceramics, Just Short and Sweet, Olivet Co, and Heritage Valley Goods, with appetizers and music by Satellite on State St.
14. Gallery 113, 1114 State Street #8
• Members of the Santa Barbara Art Association exhibit their original artwork here. Artist of the Month is Suemae Lin Willhite with paintings inspired by her travels. Featured Artists are Charlotte Mullich, Darlene Roker, Elizabeth Imperato, Valerie Safonova, and Bonnie Butler. The Group Show includes art in various mediums.
15. Waterhouse Gallery, 1114 State Street #9 • The Gallery features figurative works, interiors, and cityscapes, by some of today’s finest nationally known local and Oak Group artists. Enjoy works by Ray Hunter, Derek Harrison.
Wyllis Heaton, Camille Dellar, Ann Sanders, Thomas
19. The Canary Rooftop, 31 W Carrillo St. • Celebrate Fiesta at our ‘Paella Fest’ Rooftop event. Chef will be hosting a Paella Cookout, drinks will be flowing, local vendors will be showcasing their products, and DJ Darla Bea will be bringing the vibe. Finch & Fork Restaurant will also be serving $2 Oysters in the downstairs bar from 4pm until sold out. Don’t miss out on this special rooftop party.
20. The Blue Owl, 5 W Canon Perdido St • The Blue Owl will present a jam on the first Thursday of each month. Hosted by guitarist Tony Ybarra, this Jam session will feature local jazz instrumentalists and vocalists. Backed by Santino Tafarella and Matt Perko, it will be a fantastic night of Jazz!
24. Idyll Mercantile, 703 Chapala St. • Join us at Idyll Mercantile on August 1st from 5-8 pm for First Thursday! Enjoy live music by Larry Dance Jr., live screen printing, Brysa's pop-up shop, an all-gender clothing swap, $7 margaritas, and $5 tacos from Kanaloa. Don't miss this vibrant evening of music, art, and community!
21. The Eddy, 137 E. De La Guerra St. • The Eddy is hosting another summer block party on Thursday, August 1st. We'll be serving up food by Mexican/Venezuelan woodfire pop-up Seb's, toasting to our one-year anniversary with wines by Lieu Dit, and topping the night off with French macarons made in collaboration with food artist Julie Hutton of Reve Patisserie. All ages welcome!
22. Santa Barbara Historical Museum, 136 East De La Guerra St. • Enjoy access after-hours with wine and music while you
25. Elizabeth Gordon Gallery, 15 W Gutierrez St. • Join us for another exquisite art event featuring works by Sherri Belassen, David Matthew King, Rafael Gaete, Stanley Boydston, and many more. Experience a night of contemporary brilliance, complemented by delightful tunes, wine, and artisanal cheeses. Treat yourself to an unforgettable fusion of creativity and cultural richness.
26. Art & Soul, 116 Santa Barbara St. • Twin Hearts, introducing Belle Hahn: Artist, Philanthropist, Muse. Original artworks by and of the artist, with Stewart Shining, Michael Haber, Pedro De La Cruz, Emmanuelle Pickett, Lucia Kiel, Kim Reierson, Willa Kveta, Lillian Hahn Shining. Serving Artiste Wines. Art & Soul, in the Funk Zone through the patio at Lama Dog.
Entertainment:
Riviera Culture Club, State Street, 1100 Block • Visit Satellite’s patio for a free-wheeling live music experience from a rotating cast of local and roaming professional musicians. Led by local favorites Brett Hunter and Joe Farey, Riviera Culture Club combines high quality sound with Santa Barbara’s best talent.
Cuso’s Bike Talent Showcase, 600 block of State Street • Join us on State Street for 'Cuso's Talent Showcase' during the 1st Thursday Art Walk! This open mic event features talented Santa Barbara musical artists. Enjoy an evening of diverse performances and discover local talent. Don't miss this exciting showcase of music and community spirit.
Sponsor
3. In celebration of the town's 100th Fiesta and Old Spanish Days, Santa Barbara Fine Art presents Viva Santa Barbara, an exhibit highlighting local artists' favorite locations and events.
1. Voice Gallery at La Cumbre Plaza is featuring the Santa Barbara Visual Artists, with original works in Realism Portrait, Still Life, Abstract, and Abstract Realism.
7. domecíl features the colorful beachscape paintings of Lucia de Miguel.
6. The work of Irma Cavat is at Legacy Arts Listening Room
10. Internationally acclaimed artist Wosene Worke Kosrof has a new solo exhibit at Sullivan Goss
Riviera Culture Club, at Satellite
Art Venues
10 West Gallery • Surface Tension ~ Aug 4 • 10 W Anapamu • 11-5 We-Mo • 805-770-7711 • www.10westgallery.com
Architectural Fdn Gallery • Timely by Joan Rosenberg-Dent & Caroline Kapp ~ Aug 24 • 229 E Victoria • 805-965-6307 • 1–4 Sa & By Appt • www.afsb.org
Art From Scrap Gallery • Environmental Educ. & Artistic Expression • www.exploreecology.org
The Arts Fund • La Cumbre Plaza, 120 S Hope Ave • 11-5 We-Su; www.artsfundsb.org • 805-233-3395
Atkinson Gallery, SBCC • Closed for summer break • gallery.sbcc.edu
Bella Rosa Galleries • 1103-A State St • 11-5 daily • 805-966-1707
Casa Dolores • Between Naguales And Corrales ~ Aug 30; Bandera Ware / traditional outfits ~ ongoing • 1023 Bath St • 12-4 Tu-Sa • 805-9631032 • www.casadolores.org
Channing Peake Gallery • New Muralism • Inclusive Visions of Self and Place ~ Nov • 105 East Anapamu St, 1st fl • 805-568-3994
Colette Cosentino Atelier + Gallery • 11 W Anapamu St • By Appt • www.colettecosentino.com
Corridan Gallery • California Sojourns by Karen Fedderson • 125 N Milpas • 11-6 We-Sa • 805-966-7939 • www.corridan-gallery.com
CPC Gallery • Francis Scorzelli • Color Interaction ~ Jul; Ginny Speirs: My Escape in Nature ~ Aug • By appt • 36 E Victoria St • Gallery@CPCSB.org
Cypress Gallery • Claudette Carlton • Watercolor Creations ~ Jul 28 • 119 E Cypress Av, Lompoc • 1-4 Sa & Su • 805-737-1129 • www.lompocart.org
Elizabeth Gordon Gallery: Emerging artists from around the country • 15 W Gutierrez • 805-963-1157 • 11–5 Tu-Sa • www.elizabethgordongallery.com
The Carriage and Western Art Museum • SB History Makers Exhibit featuring Silsby Spalding, WW Hollister, Dixie; Saddle & Carriage Collections • Free • 129 Castillo St • 805-962-2353 • 9-3 MoFr • www.carriagemuseum.org
California Nature Art Museum (formerly Wildling Museum)
• The Birds and the Bees and More: Pollinators ~ Sep 2; CA National Parks ~ ongoing • 1511 B Mission Dr, Solvang • 11-4 Mo, Th, Fr; 11-5 Sa & Su • www.calnatureartmuseum.org
Casa de La Guerra • Haas Adobe Watercolors • $5/Free • 15 East De la Guerra St • 12-4 Th-Su • www.sbthp.org/casadelaguerra
Casa del Herrero • Gardens & House • by reservation • 1387 East Valley Rd • tours 10 & 2 We & Sa • 805-565-5653 • www.casadelherrero.com
Member: G.V.A.A. A. Michael Marzolla, Fine Artist Excogitation Services/Marzozart Paintings, drawings, prints Commissions accepted www.marzozart.com
Karpeles Manuscript Library & Museum • The flight of Apollo 13 documents & more~ Ongoing • 21-23 W Anapamu • 10-4 Tu-Su • 805-9625322 • https://karpeles.com
El Presidio De Santa Bárbara • Nihonmachi Revisited; Memorias y Facturas • 123 E Canon Perdido St • 11-4 Th-Su • www.sbthp.org
Elverhøj Museum • Under the Same Sun • From Low Riders to Farm Workers ~ Jul • 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang • 805-686-1211 • 11-5 ThMo • www.elverhoj.org
Faulkner Gallery • 40 E Anapamu St • 10-7 Mo-Th; 10-5 Fri, Sa; 12-5 Sun • 805-962-7653
Fazzino 3-D Studio Gallery • 3-D original fine art • 529 State St • 805730-9109 • www.Fazzino.com
Gallery 113 • SB Art Assn • 1114 State St, #8, La Arcada Ct • 805-9656611 • 11-5 Mo-Fr; 11-2 Sa; 1-5 Su • www.gallery113sb.com
Gallery Los Olivos • Bobby Williams: Pillars ~ Agricultural Life on the Central Coast ~ Jul 31; Linda Mutti & Sheryl Knight: All Things Bright & Beautiful • 2920 Grand Av • 805-688-7517 • gallerylosolivos.com
Artists Exhibit • 500 N Fairview Av • 10-7 Tu-Th; 10-5:30 Fr & Sa; 1-5 Su • TheGoletaValleyArtAssociation.org
Grace Fisher Fdn Inclusive Arts Clubhouse • Paintings by Grace Fisher • 121 S Hope, La Cumbre Plaza • We-Su 11-5pm • www.gracefisherfoundation.org
Helena Mason Art Gallery • Contemporary Art • 48 Helena Av • 2-6 Fr-Sa • www.helenamasonartgallery.com
James Main Fine Art • 19th & 20th Fine art & antiques • 27 E De La Guerra St • 12-5 Tu-Sa • Appt Suggested • 805-962-8347
Kathryne Designs • Local Artists • 1225 Coast Village Rd, A • 10-5 MoSa; 11-5 Su • 805-565-4700 • http://kathrynedesigns.com
Kelly Clause Art • Watercolors of Sea & Land • 28 Anacapa St, #B • Most weekdays 12-5 • www.kellyclause.com
La Cumbre Center For Creative Arts • Three Multi-Artist Galleries at La Cumbre Plaza - Elevate, Fine Line, and Illuminations Galleries • noon-5 Tu-Su • www.lcccasb.com
Legacy Arts Santa Barbara • A Multi-Cultural Gallery & Listening Room • Irma Cavat: Still Light ~ Sep 30 • 1230 State St • 3-8 We-Su • LegacyArtSB.com
Lompoc Library Grossman Gallery • 501 E North Av, Lompoc • 805-588-3459
Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center • Carpinteria Dreaming ~ Aug 25 • 12-4 Th-Su • 865 Linden Av • 805-684-7789 • www.carpinteriaartscenter.org
Maker House • 1351 Holiday Hill Rd • 805-565-CLAY • 10-4 Daily • www.claystudiosb.org
Marcia Burtt Gallery • Coastal ~ Aug 11 • Contemporary landscape paintings, prints & books • 517 Laguna St • 1-5 Th-Su • 805-9625588 • www.artlacuna.com
Maune Contemporary • Contemporary artists including Alex Katz, Donald Sultan, Mr. Brainwash, Taher Jaoui, Ted Collier • 1309 State St • 11-5 Tu-Su & By Appt • 805-8692524 • www.maune.com
MOXI, The Wolf Museum • Measurement Rules ~ Sep 22; Exploration + Innovation • 10-5 Daily • 125 State St • 805-770-5000 • www.moxi.org
Museum of Contemporary Art
Santa Barbara • The New Salon: Arte Del Pueblo• 653 Paseo NuevoJul 28 • www.mcasantabarbara.org
Museum of Sensory & Movement Experiences • La Cumbre Plaza, 120 S. Hope Av #F119 • www.seehearmove.com
Patricia Clarke Studio • 410 Palm Av, Carpinteria • By Appt • 805-4527739 • www. patriciaclarkestudio.com
Peregrine Galleries • Early California and American paintings; fine vintage jewelry • 1133 Coast Village Rd • 805-252-9659 • www.peregrine.shop
Peter Horjus Design • Studio & Gallery • 11 W Figueroa St • www.peterhorjus.com
Portico Gallery • Jordan Pope & Gallery Artists • Open Daily • 1235 Coast Village Rd • 805-729-8454 • www.porticofinearts.com
Public Market • Quarterly exhibit by local artists • 11-9 Su-We; 11-10 Th-Sa • www.sbpublicmarket.com
Santa Barbara Art Works • Artists with disabilities programs, virtual exhibits • 805-260-6705 • www.sbartworks.org
Santa Barbara Fine Art • New Paintings by Richard Schloss; SB landscapes & sculptor Bud Bottoms • 1321 State St • 12-6 Tu-Sa & By Appt • 805-845-4270 • www.santabarbarafineart.com
Santa Barbara Botanic Garden • In Bloom: Embracing resilience in California’s Native Flora ~ Jul 27- Dec 1 •1212 Mission Canyon Rd • 10-5 daily • 805-682-4726 • www.sbbg.org
Santa Barbara Community Arts Workshop • Community Art Space • 631 Garden St • 10-6 Fr & By Appt • www.sbcaw.org
Santa Barbara Historical Museum • Project Fiesta! Centennial! ~ Nov 1• 136 E De la
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum • Coastal Moments ~ Aug 18; The Chumash, Whaling, Commercial Diving, Surfing, Shipwrecks, First Order Fresnel Lens, and SB Lighthouse Women Keepers ~ Ongoing • 113 Harbor Wy, Ste 190 • 10-5 Th-Su • 805-962-8404 • www.SBMM.org
Santa Barbara Museum Of Art • Made by Hand / Born Digital ~ Aug 25; Robert Rauschenberg Autobiography:Works from the Collection ~ Ongoing • 1130 State St • 11-5 Tu-Su; 5-8 1st Th free; 2nd Sun free Tri-County residents • 805963-4364 • www.sbma.net
Santa Barbara Museum Of Natural History • Splendid Plumage ~ Sept 8; Images of Infinity ~ Sept 8 • 2559 Puesta del Sol • 10-5 We-Mo • www.sbnature.org
Santa Barbara Sea Center • Dive In • Our Changing Channel ~ Ongoing • 211 Stearns Wharf • 10-5 Daily (Fr & Sat 10-7 until 7/27). •
805-453-2770 www.rosemariecgebhart.com Rosemarie C. Gebhart
805-962-8885 • www.waterhousegallery.com
805-682-4711 • www.sbnature.org
Santa Barbara Tennis Club2nd Fridays Art • Sizzle: Melissa Knapp, Serena Lee, Melinda Mettler, Melissa Mimms, Serita Reynolds, Marcia Rickard, Wanda Venturelli, Veronica Walmsley, Joyce Wilson ~ Sept 4 • 2375 Foothill Rd • 10-6 Daily • 805-682-4722 • www.2ndfridaysart.com
Slice of Light Gallery • Earth & Space Fine Art Photography by JK Lovelace • 9 W Figueroa St • Mo-Fr 10-5 • 805-354-5552 • www.sliceoflight.com
Stewart Fine Art • Early California
Plein Air Paintings + European Fine Art + Antiques • 539 San Ysidro Rd • 11-5:30 Mo-Sa • 805-845-0255
Sullivan Goss • P-Town in SB ~Aug 26; Wosene: Labyrinth Of Words ~ Jul 26 - Sep 23 • 11 E Anapamu St • 105:30 daily • 805-730-1460 • www.sullivangoss.com
Susan Quinlan Doll & Teddy Bear Museum • 122 W Canon Perdido • 11-4 Fr-Sa; Su-Th by appt • 805-687-4623 • www.quinlanmuseum.com
SYV Historical Museum & Carriage House • Art of The Western Saddle • 3596 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez • 12-4 Sa, Su • 805-6887889 • www.santaynezmuseum.org
Tamsen Gallery • Work by Robert W. Firestone • 911.5 State St • 12-5 We-Su • 805-705-2208 • www.tamsengallery.com
UCSB Library • Sea Change ~ Dec 13 • www.library.ucsb.edu
Voice Gallery • SB Art Assn: Lift Your Voice ~ Jul; SB Visual Artists Aug 1-30 • La Cumbre Plaza H-124 • 10-5:30 M-F; 1-5 Sa-Su • 805-9656448 • www.voicesb.art
Waterhouse Gallery Montecito
• Notable CA & National Artists • 1187 Coast Village Rd • 11-5 Mo-Su • 805-962-8885 • www.waterhousegallery.com
Waterhouse Gallery SB • Notable CA & National Artists • La Arcada Ct, 1114 State St, #9 • 11-5 Mo-Sa •
Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum Of Art • New Acquisitions from the Modern & Contemporary Collection ~ Aug 2 • 805-565-6162 • Mo-Fr 10-4 • www.westmont.edu/museum
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Mariachi Festival to Rock The Bowl During Fiesta
By Destin Cavazos/VOICE
HORNS WILL SING AND GRITOS WILL SOUND at the Santa Barbara Mariachi Festival, adding the flavor of music to the 100th Anniversary of Fiesta at the Santa Barbara Bowl on Saturday, August 3rd.
The 27th Annual lineup will feature Mexican singers Alex and Camila Fernández, both children of mariachi artist Alejandro Fernández, as well as Leyendas del Mariachi, Mariachi Galleros de Danny Rey, and Mariachi Las Cantrinas.
Funk Zone Live! • 25 businesses open their doors late with art & culture & more! • The Funk Zone! • Free • 5-8pm Fr, 7/26.
Opening Reception: Recent Work by Stephanie Dotson and Meagan Stirling • Meet the artists • Community Arts Workshop • 5-7pm Fr, 7/26.
Opening Reception: Mythography • New works by Adrienne De Guevara • Community Arts Workshop • 10am-1pm Sa, 7/27.
Opening Reception • In Bloom: Embracing resilience in California’s Native Flora at the SB Botanic Garden Pritzlaff Gallery • Free with Admission RSVP required, www.sbbg.org • 1-3pm Sa, 7/27.
Timely - Art Panel • With Tony Askew and Joyce Wilson • SB Architectural Fdn Gallery, 229 E. Victoria • Free • 2-3pm Sa, 7/27.
Artist’s Reception: Force of Nature • Nature paintings by Omar Mueller • Community Arts Workshop • 8pm Sa, 8/3.
1st Thursday • Downtown Arts & Cultural Night • free • 5-8pm Th, 8/1. See pages 32, 33 in this issue.
Opening Reception • Linda Mutti & Sheryl Knight at the Gallery Los Olivos • Free • 1-3pm Sa, 8/3
SB Arts & Crafts Show • Local artists & artisans • Free • 236 E Cabrillo Blvd • 10-5 Su. Carpinteria Creative Arts • Shop locally made pottery, beach art, cards, jewelry, and sewn articles • 8th St & Linden Av • Free • 2:30-6 Th.
The festival enlivens community spirit and Mexican culture through music. The annual concert brings together traditional and contemporary mariachi artists. In past years, the event has seen artists such as Mariachi Sol de México, Guadalupe Pineda, and Graciela Beltran.
Founded in 1995, the Santa Barbara Mariachi Festival promotes and preserves the tradition of mariachi music along the Central Coast. In addition to embracing culture and community, the organization dedicates their resources to support higher education, using proceeds from the event to provide scholarships to Latino students. www.thesantabarbaramariachifestival.org
Submissions are open for September 2024’s exhibition: Echoing To participate: email up to three images to artcall@voicesb.art by August 17th. (Images must be labeled with artist name and the title of the piece Emails should also include: material, dimensions, price.)
Entry fee for accepted admissions: $40-1st piece; $35-2nd, &
Art Drop Off: Accepted art must be dropped off between 1pm and 5pm Saturday, August 31st 1st.
Exhibition Dates: September 2nd to 28th, 2024
Unsold Art Pick Up: September 28th - 3-5pm
1st Thursday Reception: September 5th • 5-8pm 3rd Friday La Cumbre Gallery Row Art Walk: September 20th • 5-8pm Questions? Call Kerry Methner • 805-570-2011
Mariachi Las Cantrinas
Alex Fernández
Camila Fernández
Photos Courtesy of Mariachi Festival
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8 Tamar • 121 E Yanonali St • Tamar is a Middle Eastern fast-casual dining experience where tradition meets modern flair.
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13 Dylan Star • 110 Anacapa St • Special pop-up featuring local jewelry artists showcasing handmade jewelry
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Expanding marine reserves will redistribute global fishing effort
By Harrison Tasoff / The UC Santa Barbara Current
EARTH IS FACING A BIODIVERSITY CRISIS. Fueled by human activity, species are going extinct, habitat is disappearing, and ecosystems are breaking down. In response, the countries of the world have committed to expand protections over the land and sea.
A new study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, led by researchers from UC Santa Barbara, aims to understand how the expansion of marine protected areas (MPAs) will affect global fishing effort — a measure of fishing activity or intensity
“Evaluations often simply assume that fishing effort inside new MPAs either disappears or moves elsewhere,” write the study’s authors, including Gavin McDonald, a scientist at UCSB’s Environmental Markets Lab (emLab). “We find that neither assumption is true.” Instead, their model predicts that fishing activity will decrease both within and adjacent to marine reserves. Understanding this dynamic is important for properly planning ocean conservation and fisheries management.
Expanding protections in the ocean
Fully protected marine reserves currently cover less than 3 percent of the world’s oceans, but ongoing international discussions suggest they will expand over the coming years. For instance, in 2022, 196 countries adopted the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. This non-binding agreement calls for the effective protection and management of 30 percent of the world’s terrestrial, inland water, and coastal and marine areas by the year 2030, informally referred to as “30x30.”
As the coverage of MPAs expands, governments, scientists and NGOs want to ensure these efforts are effective and long lasting. This requires understanding how fully protected marine reserves impact global fishing effort. Gaps in our knowledge can have real consequences.
“Phoenix Islands Protected Area and Palau National Marine Sanctuary were recently reopened due to their perceived negative effects on the fishing industry. Losing these protections demonstrates the importance of economics in marine spatial planning,” said co-author Jennifer Raynor, an assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In fact, marine protected areas have been downgraded, downsized and delisted around the world, despite the 30x30 initiative.
Modeling an international industry
The authors designed a data-driven, predictive model to investigate how fishing effort will respond following large-scale closures of fishing grounds. Fishing “effort” refers to the time or energy expended on fishing. “So this is different from the fisheries outputs, such as fish catch, revenues or profits,” said lead author McDonald.
Using historical fishing data, the team trained a machine learning model to compare the industry’s response if governments increased MPA coverage to upwards of 30 percent of the ocean, versus the current three percent.
The researchers began by compiling global datasets of industrial fishing effort courtesy of Global Fishing Watch. This NGO provides open source, publicly available and nearly real-time information on fishing activity. Data like this has only recently become available due to the Automatic Identification System, which uses satellite and land-based receivers to track more than 110,000 fishing vessels. “This data source has fundamentally changed the way we do research and is now a major part of much of the fisheries-related research we do,” McDonald said.
The team combined fishing patterns with the locations of existing and proposed marine protected areas gleaned from MPA Atlas and the scientific literature. They then added geographic and environmental data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; information from the Marine Regions and Global Fishing Index, which characterizes the strength of fisheries management; and fuel price data from the Bunker Index that captures economic conditions.
Taking a global perspective
After crunching the numbers on a variety of scenarios, the models consistently predicted that large-scale protection will drive down fishing effort throughout the globe — both within and outside of protected areas. And the magnitude of this decline depended primarily on the location of new MPAs in relation to the current distribution of fishing activity.
engagement with fishing communities.
Fishing effort within MPAs fell by at most 87 percent after three years, although compliance depended on network design and where the network boundaries were placed in relation to current fishing effort. “Importantly, fishing doesn’t just move from inside to outside marine protected areas,” said Raynor. “Fishing effort outside marine protected areas also falls.”
“This goes against the commonly discussed idea of ‘fishing the line,’” McDonald added, “where fishing effort that was previously inside the new MPA is displaced to areas just outside the MPA’s boundaries.” This behavior is often assumed in analyses of new marine protected areas.
The effect that expanding MPA coverage had on global fishing heavily depended on how it overlapped with current fishing effort. The smallest decline (6 percent) came from increasing protections on areas that aren’t currently fished. In the scenario on the opposite end of the spectrum — protecting the areas that are currently most fished —the model predicted a 55 percent decline in fishing effort around the world. “Most of the scenarios fall between these two extremes,” McDonald said, “resulting in 10 percent to 20 percent reductions.”
Considering the driving factors
The researchers didn’t focus on the mechanisms behind their results, but they have a few hypotheses. MPAs may serve as a reservoir for increasing fish stocks, which then spill over into the unprotected areas surrounding them. This would enable fishermen to get more bang for their buck, landing a similar sized catch with less effort.
Alternatively, there might not be a strong spillover effect, and MPAs could simply close off the most productive fishing grounds. In this case, it may no longer be as profitable to fish outside the MPA in the remaining open areas. And MPAs in remote locations, that are expensive to travel to, might not be worth the expense to visit, even to fish outside the reserves.
“It’s also really important to note that, while our analysis found that fishing effort will likely go down, this does not mean that catch, profit, revenue or food provisioning will go down,” McDonald explained. “Depending on which of these underlying mechanisms is at play, decreased fishing effort could correspond to increases or decreases in these other important outcomes.”
The team found it encouraging that fishing inside reserves was predicted to decline. However, it rarely went to zero globally when they aggregated MPAs together, which suggests that realizing the full conservation potential will require improved enforcement and better
While previous studies have looked at the effect individual MPAs have on fishing in a specific region, this is the first to consider the question on a global scale, accounting for complex interactions between fleets. Indeed, the group is also interested in using their model to explore how other large-scale changes could impact fishing effort, like the climate crisis.
“The success or failure of these new marine protected areas — and the impacts they will have on biodiversity and socioeconomics — will largely hinge on how fishing activity responds to them,” McDonald said. So understanding this is critical to those who hope to implement these changes.”
Photo by Renato Molina
Fishing effort varies widely across the ocean
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