CASA Magazine: August 15, 2014 by Voice Magazine / CASA

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�� By Jeanette Casillas / CASA �� Sundowner by Karen Fedderson �� Geraniometry by Dorothy Churchill-Johnson �� Looking To Be Discovered by Diane Giles �� Admission to the August 22nd reception is $5 and �� can be credited toward the purchase of a Tour �� ticket. Tour tickets are $20 or $15 each for groups �� of two or more. For info, tickets, and maps, visit �� www.santabarbarastudioartists.com/tour �� Corridan Gallery is open 11am to 5pm, Tuesday �� through Saturday. Reach them at 966-7939. Dignity by Warner Nienow �� Santa Barbara Studio Artists is a nonprofit, juried �� organization of professional fine artists dedicated �� to raising the profile of Santa Barbara as an arts �� destination. �� West Beach by Kathleen Elsey

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Red Cross Launches Free Spanish Apps to Help Keep Families Safe

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La Cruz Roja Americana lanza sus aplicaciones móviles gratuitas en español para ayudar a mantener a las familias sanas y salvas ��

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By Jeanette Casillas / CASA

�� By Jeanette Casillas / CASA �� Tears for Ixtla by Manuel Unzueta �� Scarlette by Manny �� Unzueta �� Cupuasu by Joao Costa �� The Carpinteria Arts Center is located at �� 855 Linden Ave. in Carpinteria and is open �� Thursday through Monday 10am to 4pm. �� For more info call 684-7789 or visit �� www.carpinteriaartscenter.org

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The Desolations by Jose Villafuerta

�� Centro de Artes de Carpintería se encuentra en 855 Linden Ave. en Carpintería y está abierto de jueves a lunes de las 10am a las 4pm. Para más información llame al 684-7789 o visita www.Carpinteríaartscenter.org

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

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�� Gary Woods is the Computer Trainer for the Santa Barbara Association of REALTORS and a Broker/Associate at Sotheby’s International Realty. If you have any suggestions or questions for Gary please drop him a note at gandlwoods@earthlink.net or see his column on the Internet at santabarbaraproperties.com or call 729-0910.

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Around Town

Brad Smith, Paul Didier, President and CEO of United Way of SB; Patrice Ryan, Charlene Fernandez, and Patricia Dooley of Cottage Health System

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Please send CASA your good news about promotions, changes, new family members, anniversaries, and all important occasions (60 to 80 words only). We’ll do our best to spread the word. Email info and pictures to People@CasaSB.com

Front Row: Jeanie Middle Class, Trainer; Leslie Corcos, Kimberly Rosa, Trainer; and Killy Higgins. Middle Row: Robin Corcos, Rosaleen Wynne, Luciana Cramer, and Elena Quevado. Back Row: Leonard Flippen, Alicia Nowicki, Lorraine Woodwark, Marisol Mariscal, Sandi Lynn, and Marlene Clanton. Not Pictured: Laura Davidson, Trainer; Annie Parry, and Dawna Marie Pearce

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Santa Barbara Contractors Association

Construction Arts Creativity Honored

By Robert F. Adams / Special to CASA

A home for Art & Sculpture won for NEW RESIDENTIAL - CONSTRUCTION COST OVER $1,500,000 - The Book Building: Utt Construction

Event Photos by Daniel Girard of Heyoka Studios

OUTSTANDING CRAFTSMANSHIP BY A SUBCONTRACTOR FINISH TRADES - Ostby Cook Finish Carpentry: D.D. Ford Construction & Ben Ewart Construction

�� SUBCONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - Insulate SB. David C. James, Chad Sanchez, David Esquer, and Javier �� Ramirez of Insulate SB with Sponsor Donna Eyman, Eyman Parker Insurance Brokers (2nd from right) �� OUTSTANDING CRAFTMANSHIP BY A SUBCONTRACTOR - FINISH TRADES - D.D. Ford Construction & Ben Ewart Construction. Richard Nuttall, Sponsor HDS �� White Cap Supply; Ben Ewart, Ben Ewart Construction, Inc.; Noah Gluschankoff, D.D. Ford Construction intern & UCSB Student; and �� Doug Ford, D.D. Ford Construction �� Sponsor Anthony Borgatello of �� MarBorg Industries and HALL OF �� FAME HONOREE Dennis Allen of �� Allen Construction �� MEMBERS CHOICE: Young Construction. Ted Bruckner, Scott Miners, and Mike �� Evans of Young Construction, and Daniel Butters of Santa Barbara Airbus �� The 2014 Award Winners: HALL OF FAME: Dennis Allen BUILDER OF THE YEAR: Utt Construction SUBCONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR: Insulate SB

NEW RESIDENTIAL - CONSTRUCTION COST UP TO $1,500,000 George Washington Smith Estate Home - Vernon Construction

MEMBERS CHOICE AWARD: Young Construction INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL: Hayward Lumber GREEN BUILDING RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION Mesa Mid-Century Contemporary: Allen Construction LANDSCAPE AND HARDSCAPE - RESIDENTIAL Ocean Bluff: Grace Design Associates LANDSCAPE AND HARDSCAPE - COMMERCIAL Laguna Blanca Parking Lot: Frank Schipper Construction OUTSTANDING CRAFTSMANSHIP BY A SUBCONTRACTOR FINISH TRADES - Ostby Cook Finish Carpentry: D.D. Ford Construction & Ben Ewart Construction OUTSTANDING CRAFTSMANSHIP BY A SUBCONTRACTOR SYSTEMS TRADES The Smart-Fun Beach House: Hi Fi Club NEW RESIDENTIAL - CONSTRUCTION COST UP TO $1,500,000 George Washington Smith Estate Home - Vernon Construction

COMMERCIAL REMODEL/TENANT IMPROVEMENT - CONSTRUCTION COST UP TO $1,000,000 - Horny Toad Commercial Remodel: Allen Construction

NEW RESIDENTIAL - CONSTRUCTION COST OVER $1,500,000 The Book Building: Utt Construction RESIDENTIAL REMODEL - CONSTRUCTION COST UP TO $500,000 Epstein Residence: D. D. Ford Construction RESIDENTIAL REMODEL - CONSTRUCTION COST BETWEEN $500,000 TO $1,200,000 Anthony Residence: Young Construction RESIDENTIAL REMODEL - CONSTRUCTION COST BETWEEN $1,200,000 - $2,000,000 Luneta Plaza: Becker Construction

COMMERCIAL REMODEL UP TO $1,000,000: Allen Construction for Horny Toad Commercial Remodel. Bryan Henson of Allen Construction and Ellen Bilsten, Bildsten + Sherwin Design Studio

�� INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL: Hayward Lumber. �� Paulo Sitolini and Paul Rodriguez �� of Hayward Lumber ��

PROJECTS OUTSIDE SANTA BARBARA COUNTY - 3 Palms: Allen Construction

Title sponsors included Eyman-Parker Insurance and Hayward Lumber Company & Design Center. Category Sponsors included Acton Roofing, Brown & Brown Insurance, Coast Reporgraphics, DocuProducts, Entech, HDS White Cap Supply, IB Roof Systems, Insulate SB, IOA Insurance, Kenney Construction, Kichell Homes, MarBorg, Santa Barbara Airbus, Santa Barbara Stone, and Stock Design Center. Gold Sponsors for the event were Allen Construction, Hi Fi Club, Paolo’s Tile Company, Santa Barbara Window Forensics and Tileco. Silver Sponsors included Beneflex, Sierra Pacific Windows, the State Compensation Insurance Fund.

SBCA: Construction professionals shaping, serving, and educating our community with integrity, quality, and environmental balance.

For info on the ongoing programs organized by the Santa Barbara Contractors Association, visit online at www.sbcontractros.org

RESIDENTIAL REMODEL - CONSTRUCTION COST OVER $2,000,000 - Hope Ranch Contemporary: Landmark Construction COMMERCIAL REMODEL/TENANT IMPROVEMENT - CONSTRUCTION COST UP TO $1,000,000 Horny Toad Commercial Remodel: Allen Construction COMMERCIAL REMODEL/TENANT IMPROVEMENT - CONSTRUCTION COST OVER $1,000,000 - Victoria Hall Theater Renovation: Frank Schipper Construction

RESIDENTIAL REMODEL - CONSTRUCTION COST BETWEEN $1,200,000 - $2,000,000 Luneta Plaza: Becker Construction

BUILDER OF THE YEAR: Utt Construction. Rodney D. Utt and Christa King of Utt Construction

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�� Producer/Director Steve Binder with the �� legendary Elvis Presley �� The Plaza Playhouse Theater is located �� at 4916 Carpinteria Ave. Tickets are �� $20 each and can be purchased at �� www.plazatheatercarpinteria.com. �� Doors open at 6:30pm and tickets (if �� available) can be purchased at the box ofﬁce the night of the show. ��

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Fri, Aug 15 / 8:30pm / SB Courthouse Sunken Garden* Baseball fanatic Harold “Speedy” Smith loves the thrill of the game more than almost anything. He can barely hold down a steady job because he’s so obsessed. But he sure does love his sweetheart Jane, and her grandfather, “Pop,” needs his help. (1928, 85 min.) *with live accompaniment by Michael Mortilla

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Wed, Aug 20 / 7:30pm / UCSB Campbell Hall Fri, Aug 22 / 8:30pm / SB Courthouse Sunken Garden In this clever satire of the industrial age – Chaplin’s last outing as the Little Tramp – the beloved antihero becomes a cog in a factory. Driven giddily insane by the tedium of his job, he gets sent to an asylum, and a series of capers ensue (1936, 87 min.) A&L Corporate Season Sponsor:

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of the industrial age – Chaplin’s last outing as the Little Tramp – the beloved antihero becomes a cog in a factory. Driven giddily insane by the tedium of his job, he gets sent to an asylum, and a series of capers ensue • 7:30pm Wed @ UCSB Campbell Hall / 8:30pm Fri @ SB County Courthouse Sunken Garden • Free • 893-3535 • 7:30pm Wed/ 8:30pm Fri • 8/20 & 8/22.

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COMEDY CLASSICS OF THE SILENT ERA FILM SERIES: SPEEDY: Baseball fanatic Harold

“Speedy” Smith loves the thrill of the game more than almost anything. He can barely hold down a steady job because he’s so obsessed • SB County Courthouse Sunken Garden • Free • 893-3535 • 8:30pm Fri • 8/15.

CLIPS: BEER AND FILM TOUR: New Belgium

Beer’s most esoteric beer offerings paired with inspiring short ﬁlms created by fans. Must be 21+ • Chase Palm Park, 323 E Cabrillo Blvd • $5/ 5 for $20 • 617-3255 • 6:30-10pm Fri • 8/15.

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THE SHOWCASE FILM SERIES: A COFFEE IN BERLIN: A self-ironic portrait of a young man who

The 2014 Blue Horizons Student Films will screen on Friday, August 22nd from 7 to 10pm at UCSB’s Pollock Theatre

drops out of university and ends up wandering the streets of the city he lives in: Berlin • Plaza De Oro Theatre, 371 S. Hitchcock Way • $9.75/$6.25 SBIFF Members • 963-0023 • 7:30pm Wed • 8/20.

A BUG’S LIFE: A misﬁt ant, looking for “warriors”

CASA DOLORES SUMMER FILM SERIES: EL BARRENDERO (THE STREET SWEEPER):

to save his colony from greedy grasshoppers, recruits a group of bugs that turn out to be an inept circus troupe • Plaza Playhouse Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave • $5 • 684-6380 • 2pm Sat • 8/16.

NORTH BY NORTHWEST: A hapless New York

advertising executive is mistaken for a government agent by a group of foreign spies, and is pursued across the country while he looks for a way to survive • Plaza Playhouse Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave • $5 • 684-6380 • 7pm Sat • 8/16.

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RUBICON MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP YOUTH PRODUCTION: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE

It all begins when a die-hard musical-theater fan plays his favorite cast album on his turntable, and the musical literally bursts to life in his living room, telling the rambunctious tale of a brazen Broadway starlet trying to ﬁnd, and keep, her true love • Rubicon Theatre, 1006 E. Main St • $15-$25 • 667-2900 • 7pm We; 2 & 7pm Th; 8pm Fri; 2 & 8pm Sa • Thru 8/16. PCPA THEATER: THE SAN PATRICIOS

A look inside the Mexican-American War reveals traitors, deserters, and heroic ﬁghters - who are all one in the same • Marian Theatre, 800 S. College Dr., SM • 922-8313 • $29.50-$37.50 • 1:30 matinees We, Sa, Su; 7pm Fr, Sa • Thru 8/17. ADDERLEY SCHOOL WORKSHOPS

Students from the Adderley School for the Performing Arts present musical theater performances as a culmination of their recent workshop training • Center Stage Theatre • $23/$18 • 963-0408 • 6pm Th • 8/21. SOLVANG FEST THEATER: OKLAHOMA!

Set in the Oklahoma Territory at the turn of the century, the high-spirited rivalry between the local farmers and cowboys provides a colorful backdrop against which a cowboy and a farm girl, play out their love story • Solvang Festival Theater, 420 2nd St. • 922-8313 • $38.50-$49 • 8pm Tu-Su • Thru 8/24. CIRCLE BAR B THEATRE: ENCHANTED APRIL

When two frustrated London housewives decide to rent a villa in Italy for a holiday away from their bleak marriages, they recruit two very different English women to share the cost and the experience • 1800 Refugio Rd • $49/$42 Seniors • 967-1962 • Fr-Sa 7pm Dinner & 8pm Show / Su 1pm Lunch & 2pm Show • Thru 9/7.

Cantinﬂas plays a neighborhood street sweep, who gets himself in to and out of unusual events, discovering a valuable painting one day and an orphaned baby the next, and still manages to dance his way through the streets • Casa Dolores, 1023 Bath St • $5 • 963-1032 • 7:30pm Th • 8/21. THIRSTY FOR JUSTICE: The ﬁlm shares

powerful stories of those who suffer from the struggle for the human right to water • Unitarian Society of SB, 1535 Santa Barbara St • Free • 9654583 • 7pm Fri • 8/22.

2014 BLUE HORIZONS STUDENT FILMS SCREENING: The premiere of several engaging

and topical short ﬁlms by BLUE HORIZONS students that communicate vital stories of the issues surrounding the global ocean • UCSB Pollock Theater • Free • RSVP: 893-4637 • 7pm Fri • 8/22.

THE T.A.M.I. SHOW: The show, conceived as a

live-concert-to-tape-to-ﬁlm event, was shot over a two-day period in late October 1964 at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium. It featured many of the greatest rock n’ roll acts of the day • Plaza Playhouse Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave • $20 • 684-6380 • 7:15pm Sat • 8/23.

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With Taylor Reaume • Verde Restaurant, 532 State St • Lunch/$20 • (800) 605-4988 • 12:30-2pm Fr. ��

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Bronfman Family Jewish Comm Ctr, 524 Chapala St • 957-1115 x109 • 10:30-11:30am Fr.

Teachers at all grade levels are invited, especially those working with grades K-8 • Antioch University SB, 602 Anacapa St • Free • RSVP: 962-8179 • 10am2pm Fr, 8/15.

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Learn about wildlife & the environment • Nature Ctr, Lake Cachuma • $2/Parking $10 • 688-4515 • 12:301:30pm Sa.

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

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

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

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

5718 Hollister Av, #105 • $11-$20 • 967-2983 • 9-10am Sa. ��

Count Me In Summer Tour with special guests Iration, The Green, Stick Figure, DJ Mackle • SB Bowl • $37.50 • 962-7411 • 5:30pm Fr, 8/15.

Gather at Cachuma Lake Nature Ctr for guided walks • Free w/ $10 park admission • 688-4515 • 10-11:30am Sa.

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The Original Wailers • SOhO • $20/$25 • 962-7776 • 10pm Fr, 8/15.

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Live music, dancing & conversation • McCune Founders Rm upstairs, Granada Theatre • $20 • 8992222 • 7pm Fr, 8/15.

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

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Summer Intensive students perform Giselle • Center Stage Theater, Paseo Nuevo • $20 • 963-0508 • 7pm Fr, 8/15. Merenengue, Cha Cha, Bachata, Salsa • Brazil Arts Café, 1230 State St • $5 • 450-2498 • 5-7pm Fr. ��

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

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

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

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Music by the bands of SB Youth Music Academy • Goleta Valley Comm Ctr • Free • 6pm Fr, 8/15. ��

Musically beyond their years • Velvet Jones, 423 State St • $15 • 965-8676 • 8pm Fr, 8/15.

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Two hour Lake Cruise aboard the Osprey • $7/$15 • 686-5050 • 10am & 2pm Fr.

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

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Complete your Advance Healthcare Directives • Vista Del Monte Retirement Comm, 3775 Modoc Rd • Free • 845-5314 • 10am Fr, 8/15. ��

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

Left Coast: Recent Acquisitions of Contemporary Art with performance, dance, music, specialty hors d’oeuvres & cocktails • Museum of Art • $25/$30 • 963-4364 • 5:30-7:30pm Fr, 8/15. ��

New Belgium’s most esoteric beer offerings - up to 18 varieties on tap • Chase Palm Park • Free • 904-0239 • 6:30-9pm Fr, 8/15.

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Live ESPN professional boxing, featuring top-ranked champions & contenders • Chumash Casino, Santa Ynez • $35-$95 • 686-0855 • 8pm Fri, 8/15.

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For ages 5 and over, tour the Zoo, build toys for the animals, ride the train & more with evening snack & pancake breakfast provided • SB Zoo • $70/$60 • 9625339 • 6:30pm-10:30am Sa, 8/16-17.

An acoustic performance of rock, soul, funk & reggae • Endless Summer Bar & Cafe, 113 Harbor Wy, #180 • Free • 564-1200 • 5-9pm Sa/Su.

Those interested in volunteering can learn more about the mentoring WYP • Tucker’s Grove Park • Bring lunch & water • Register: volunteer@wyp.org • 10am2pm Sa, 8/16.

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Constitutional law professor Scott Bowman will discuss doctrinal changes spearheaded by the court • Faulkner Gallery, Central Library • Free • 564-5604 • 3pm Sa, 8/16. ��

Join an Art From Scrap staff member or visiting Guest Artist to make a different project each week • Art From Scrap, 302 E Cota St • $8 • 884-0459 • 10am Sa.

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Sings Like Hell • Lobero Theatre • $30 • 963-0761 • 8pm Sa, 8/16.

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Offering adult cats to qualiﬁed adopters • Animal Shelter Assistance Program (ASAP), 5473 Overpass Rd • Free • 10am Sa, 8/16.

Two-hour Architectural Foundation guided walking tours of downtown SB • $10 • Res: 965-6307 • 10am Sa (from City Hall Steps) & 10am Su (from Central Library entrance).

Guided tour of the Stow House • Rancho La Patera & Stow House, 304 N. Los Carneros Rd • $8 • 681-7216 • 1pm Sa/Su.

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Taste nautically-inspired beers from a dozen different craft breweries • Maritime Museum, 113 Harbor Wy • $65/Members $50 • 962-8404x115 • 5-8pm Sa, 8/16.

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To ban high intensity petroleum operations including fracking • Alameda Park, Sola St & Anacapa St • Free • sbwaterguardians@gmail.com • 9am Sa, 8/16. ��

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Easy paced 1⁄2-mile walk on the Don Wimpress Nature Trail • Nature Ctr, Lake Cachuma • Free/Parking $10 • 688-4515 • 10-11:30am Sa.

Practice French language conversation skills • Montecito Library • Free • 969-5063 • 2-3pm 1st & 3rd Fr.

A motley cast of characters from all over the Central Coast • SOhO • $7 • 962-7776 • 9pm Sa, 8/16.

Hollister Av • Free • 968-0100 • 9am-6pm Sa, 8/16.

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Huge selection, low prices, quality pre-owned cars, trucks, vans, SUV’s • Earl Warren Showgrounds • Free • 967-1130 • 9am-9pm Fr, 8/15-17.

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The Musical Adventures of the Magical Frog with magician Mark Collier • The New Vic Theatre, 33 W Victoria St • $18/$22 • (800) 353-1632 • 2 & 7:30pm, Sa, 8/16.

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Living on the Edge: Santa Barbara’s Complex Wildland-Urban Interface with Max Moritz • Botanic Garden patio • $25/$35 • 682-4726 • 4-6pm Sa, 8/16.

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Earl Warren Showgrounds • Free • 687-0766 • 9am1pm & 6-10pm Fr, 8/15-16.

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Cadillac Angels – American Roots • 11560 Calle Real • $10 • 352-2729 • 7-9pm Sa, 8/16.

See cool stuff in the night sky through telescopes set up by the Astronomical Unit • Westmont College • Free • 565-6272 • 8pm Fr, 8/15.

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Sip champagne while browsing handcrafted, one of a kind, wearable art • Bacara Resort & Spa, 8301

�� Harder Stadium UCSB • $8/$5 • ucsbgauchos.com • 7pm Sa, 8/16.

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

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With Jeannette Weisskopf • In various nature & garden

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Bring a picnic & enjoy dinner alfresco while listening to Spencer The Gardener • Rancho La Patera & Stow House, 304 N Los Carneros Rd • Free • 681-7216 • 5:30-7:30pm Sa, 8/16. ��

Singer & songwriter based in San Francisco known for her soulful performing style • Lotusland, Cold Springs Rd • $75 • 969-3767 • 4pm Sa, 8/16. ��

Pure Order Brewery, 410 N Quarantina St • Free • 9662881 • Noon-7pm Sa, 8/16. ��

With Redban, Ryan Sickler, Sam Tripoli • Velvet Jones, 423 State St • $12 • 965-8676 • 7pm Sa, 8/16. ��

Dance the night away • 7398 Calle Real • Free • 8458383 • 8pm Sa, 8/16.

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Nicole Lvoff voice; Joe Woodard guitar & Tom Lackner, drums • Blue Agave, 20 E Cota St • Free • 899-4694 • 7:30pm Mo, 8/18.

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Fun for everybody • Davis Ctr, De La Vina & Victoria St • Free • 969-6815 • 1pm Mo.

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

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Death at Carp High • Chaucer’s Books, 3321 State St • Free • 682-6787 • 2pm Su, 8/17. ��

Sign their debut novel Tears and Tequila • Chaucer’s Books, 3321 State St • Free • 682-6787 • 7pm Su, 8/17.

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British organist Tony Baldwin presents repertoire that Gell enjoyed & performed • Trinity Episcopal Church, 1500 State St • Free • 965-7419 • 5:30pm Su, 8/17.

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Students will work in a small group to develop simple games • Paseo Nuevo • $229 • 708-0505 • 9:30am-12:30pm (ages 9-12) & 1:30-4:30pm (ages 13-17) Mo, 8/18. ��

Explore animals & science in a safe, beautiful outdoor environment • SB Zoo • Full day ($245-$295)/Half day ($185-$225) • 962-5339 • 8am Mo, 8/18-22. ��

Bring out the natural comedian in teens grades 7-12 • Bronfman Family Jewish Comm Ctr, 524 Chapala St • 4:15pm Mo.

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Beginner & intermediate swing dance class, then open dance • Goleta Valley Comm Ctr, 5679 Hollister Av • $10 • 7pm Mo. Practice your Italian • Arnoldi’s, 600 Olive St • Free • parliamo.yolasite.com • 5:30-7pm Mo.

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Meet the growers behind your local favorites while you sip into the night • Canary Hotel Roof, 31 W Victoria St • $25 • 884-8410 • 5:30pm Mo. ��

Computers, fax machines, TVs, telephones, microwaves, etc. • South Coast Recycling & Transfer Station, 4430 Calle Real • Free • 681-4345 • 7am-5pm Mo-Sa.

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With Jeannette B. Love • La Casa De Maria • 969-5031 • Donation • 1-2pm Mo.

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Glaucoma & hearing screenings • Cottage Hosp Eye Ctr • Free • 569-8264 • 11am-1pm Mo & 2:30-4:30pm Th.

�� Four Palms to Red Hut • Butterﬂy Beach Stairs • Free • 569-1220 • 9am Su. Original drawings, paintings, graphics, sculpture, crafts & photography • Along East Beach • Free • 10am Su.

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Watergirl Fund’s biggest fundraiser will include a silent auction, rafﬂe, music, pig roast, beer & wine • The Valley Project & Pali Wine Co, 116 E Yanonali St • $30/$40 • 699-5371 • 5pm Su, 8/17. ��

Meet & adopt your new best friend • La Cumbre Plaza, 121 S Hope Av outside Macy’s • Free • 451-5787 • 11:30am Su. ��

Weekly swap meet with over 150 vendors • West Wind Drive-In Theater, 907 S. Kellogg Av • Free • 6am Su. ��

Local, fresh produce & goods • Camino Real Marketplace, 7004 Marketplace Dr • Free • 10am Su.

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Guided breathing • Mahakankala Buddhist Ctr • $5 • 563-6000 • 12:30-1pm Mo/We/Fr. ��

30 minute meditation & special lunch menu • Alchemy Arts, 35 W Haley • $20 • 899-8811 • Mo & We. ��

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

4-course menu using fresh fruits & vegetables from the SB Market paired with local wines • Viva Oliva, 207 Paseo Nuevo Mall • $48 (cooking demo & wines), $12 (Market tour) • 705-1692 • 4-5:30pm (Market tour) & 6-8pm (cooking demo) Tu, 8/19.

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Exploring the Myths of Falling • Cottage Hosp/ Burtness Aud • Free • 324-9134 • 2-3pm Tu, 8/19.

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

Afro-Brazilian martial art form • Recreation Ctr, 100 E Carrillo St, Studio 2 • $20 • 280-9742 • 6-7pm Tu.

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Tips & tricks to being a woman of the woods • REI Santa Barbara, 321 Anacapa St • Free • 560-1938 • 6:30pm We, 8/20.

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Trained volunteers assist students • Central Library • Free • 564-5603 • 3:30-6:30pm Tu & Th, 2:30-5:30pm We.

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

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

Spanish guitarist • Blush Restaurant & Lounge, 630 State St • Free • 957-1300 • 6pm Su.

For singers with choral experience • St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 4575 Auhay Dr • Free • RSVP: 682-6516 • 7pm Tu, 8/19.

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Trampoline & tumbling for ages 4-16 • SB Gymnastics Club, 4179 State St • Free intro class • 683-1724 • Tu-Th, Sa.

La Casa De Maria • donation • 969-5031 • 10:3011:30am Tu.

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

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

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

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With DJ Selecta Shaggy, Groove Shine, True Press • SOhO • $10/$12 • 962-7776 • 8:30pm Tu, 8/19.

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With Johnny Madcap & The Distractions • Velvet Jones, 423 State St • Free • 965-8676 • 7pm Su, 8/17.

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For parents grieving the loss of a child from birth to age 5 • Hospice of SB, 2050 Alameda Padre Serra, Ste. 100 • Free • 563-8820 • 5:30pm We.

Earl Warren Showgrounds • Free • 258-1765 • 7am7:30pm Tu, 8/19.

Arlington Theatre • $80-$105 • 963-4408 • 8pm Su, 8/17.

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

Straight ahead jazz on keyboards & piano • Lovejoy’s Pickle Room, 126 E Canon Perdido St • No cover • 9651015 • 8-11pm Tu, 8/19.

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Cottage Rehab Hosp • $15 • 569-8999x82330 • 10-11am We.

SOhO • $15 • 962-7776 • 7pm Su, 8/17. ��

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Short teachings & meditations for all levels • Mahakankala Buddhist Ctr • $10 • 563-6000 • 6:307:30pm We.

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

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New-ish original “IndieBossaSwingTwang” band • Blue Agave, 20 E Cota St • No cover • 899-4694 • 7:30-10pm Tu, 8/19.

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Beginner & intermediate swing dance class & social dance • Goleta Comm Ctr, 5679 Hollister Av • $10 • 7-10pm Mo.

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To improve mood, manage stress, connect with others & manage weight • Douglas Family Preserve, Medcliff Rd & Selrose Ln • $15 • 722-4599 • 7am Mo/We.

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parks • Free • Details: 452-0706 • 9:30am Su.

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Improve your contract know-how for your next contract negotiation • Fess Parker Resort, 633 E Cabrillo Blvd • $359 • (866) 352-9539 • 8:30am Tu, 8/19. ��

Ways to lower anxiety & communicate with doctors, friends & family • Sansum Clinic, 215 Pesetas Ln • $20 • 681-7500 • 9:30am Tu, 8/19. ��

Learn to reduce fall risk factors by combining education with other risk reduction approaches • Cottage Hosp, 400 W Padre St • Free • RSVP: 324-9134 • 2pm Tu, 8/19.

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Introduction to books & group listening for children ages 2-5 • Goleta Library, 500 N Fairview Av • Free • 964-7878 • 10:30am We.

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Montecito School of Ballet, 527 E Gutierrez St • $20 • www.BethAmine.com • 6-7pm We.

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

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

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

Support group for those grieving a loved one • Hospice of SB • Free • 563-8820x110 • 5:30-7pm 1st & 3rd We. With Jessica Kolbe • Linden Av Beach, Carp • $10-$15 • 705-3426 • 3:30-4:30pm We. ��

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To help determine readiness for one of Women’s Economic Ventures (WEV) business courses • Free • RSVP: 965-6073 • 6-7pm We, 8/20. ��

Sign their new book Tears and Tequila • Chaucer’s Books, 3321 State St • Free • 682-6787 • 7pm We, 8/20.

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

Ongoing workshops • Montecito Library, 1469 E Valley Rd • Free • 969-5063 • 4pm 1st & 3rd We. ��

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

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

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Interval-based cardio workout • SB Dance Ctr, 127-A W Canon Perdido St • $15 • 899-2901 • 9:30-10:30am Mo, Fr & 5:30pm We.

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Individualized help with computers & electronic devices • Goleta Library, 500 N Fairview Av • Free • Appt: 964-7878 • 1-5pm Tu.

Montecito’s only National Historic Landmark • $20 • RSVP Required: 565-5653 • 10am & 2pm We & Sa. 2-hour wildlife cruise • Nature Ctr, Lake Cachuma • $15/$7/Parking $10 • 686-5055 • 10am-noon We/ Sa/Su.

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One-on-one tutoring for adults • Goleta Library, 500 N Fairview Av • Free • By appt: 964-7878 • 11am-noon Mo.

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Original compositions & arrangements • SOhO • $10 •

One-on-one tutoring for adults • Goleta Library, 500 N Fairview Av • Free • By appt: 964-7878 • 1-4pm Tu.

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Maurice Lord teaches actors how to sharpen their tools • $250 (8wks) • Register: 969-5637 • 7pm Tu.

SOhO • $35 • 962-7776 • 8:45pm Wed, 8/20.

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Tony Ybarra performs • Rancho La Patera & Stow House, 304 N Los Carneros Rd • Free • 681-7216 • 5:30-7:30pm Tu, 8/19.

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

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

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

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

Lots of activities & bargains including the last Summer concert, sidewalk sales & more • (877).327-2656 • All day We, 8/20.

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For the Pushy Shovels Peace & Freedom Comm Garden • SB Public Market, 38 W Victoria St • $15 • 637-8313 • Noon We, 8/20.

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

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More than 60 boats participating in several One Design &Handicap Fleets • SB Harbor • Free • 4pm We. ��

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

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Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5 • Montecito Library, 1469 E Valley Rd (969-5063) & Goleta Library, 500 N Turnpike Av (964-7878) • Free • 10:30-11am Th.

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

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

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

• New Beginnings Counseling Ctr • $20-$240 • RSVP: 963-7777x133 • 5:30pm Th. ��

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

Work on projects in the company of others • Central Library (4-5:30pm) & Montecito Library (2-3pm) • Free • 564-5604/969-5063 • Th.

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With Rusty Lindsey, Erland & Art Nikels • SOhO • $8 • 962-7776 • 7pm Th, 8/21.

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US Coast Guard: The Force Unknown • Maritime Museum, 113 Harbor Wy • $10/Members free • 9628404 • 7pm Th, 8/21.

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Psychological Resiliency: The Bulletproof Mind • Faulkner Gallery, Central Library • $89/$69 • 9637777x176 • 9am-4:30pm Th, 8/21.

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With Rusty Lindsey Erland, Art Nikels • SOhO • $8 • 962-7776 • 7pm Th, 8/21. ��

Lecture by Jean-Guy Tanner Dubé • SB, 229 E Victoria St • $10 donation • 965-6307 • 7pm Th, 8/21. ��

Fulﬁll your Five Wishes Advance Healthcare Directives • Hospice of Santa Barbara, 2050 Alameda Padre Serra, Ste. 100 • Free • 845-5314 • 4pm Th, 8/21. ��

Facilitated by Mike Juarez & Danielle Amara Norlinger

Experience the beauty of the ocean & the thrill of competition • Cabrillo Pavilion Bathhouse, 1118 E Cabrillo Blvd • $10-$150 • 886-8123 • 5:30pm Th, 8/21, 28. ��

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

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Patricia Guerrera will be demonstrating style, up do & braiding • Carr Winery, 414 N Salsipuedes St • Free • 637-6334 • 6-8pm Th, 8/21. ��

Presentation about desalination & SBs desalination plant currently being considered for reactivation • Watershed Resource Ctr Hendry’s Beach, 2981 Cliff Dr • Free • 7pm Th, 8/21.

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

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Thomas Adès led the Academy Festival Orchestra in its ﬁnal season concert

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SOhO • $15/$18 • 962-7776 • 9pm Sa, 8/23.

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Santa Barbara Adventure Company, 32 E Haley St • $209-$224 • 884-WAVE • 7am Sa, 8/23.

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SB Dance Ctr, 127A W Canon Perdido St • $10/$15 • 899-2901 • 6pm Fr 8/22, 29. ��

Discover the art of memoir writing • La Casa de Maria, 800 El Bosque Rd • $375/$275 • 969-5031 • 7:30pm Fr, 8/22-1pm Su, 8/24. ��

Music Academy of the West �� MUSIC REVIEW ��

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Conceptos Básicos de Computación en español • La Biblioteca Pública Central, 40 E Anapamu St • Gratis • 564-5623 • 2-4pm Viernes, 8/22. ��

Learn the parts of the computer, how to navigate the Internet, open & close programs & use Google, offered in English & Spanish • Central Library, 40 E Anapamu St • Free •564-5604 • 2-4pm Fr, 8/22. ��

Learn to set up a Craigslist account, upload an image & post an ad • Central Library • Free • 564-5604 • 3-4pm Fi, 8/22.

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Indie surf pop quartet • SOhO • $10/$12 • 962-7776 • 9pm Fr, 8/22. ��

Visitors may ride as often as they like • South Coast Railroad Museum, 300 N Los Carneros Rd • Free • 964-3540 • 1-3:45pm Sa, 8/23. A sophisticated & stylish evening of mystery, with dinner & dancing • SB Zoo • $300/$350 • 9625339x113 • 5:30-11pm Sa, 8/23. ��

Dog-centric activities including vendor booths, giveaways, prize drawings, Police Department K-9 demonstration & more • Botanic Garden, 1212 Mission Canyon Rd • Free human admission per on-leash dog • 690-1697 • 10am-3pm Sa, 8/23. ��

Sansum Diabetes Research Inst’s fundraiser with food, ﬁne wines & hand-crafted beers • SB Polo Club, 3300 Via Real • $90/$125 • http://www.sansum.org/events/ taste-of-the-vine • 3-6pm Sa, 8/23. ��

Hawaiian dance groups, music, food & beverages to beneﬁt Food from the Heart • Elings Park soccer ﬁeld $25/$10 • www.alohaspiritbash.org • Noon-5pm Sa, 8/23. ��

Beard & mustache competition, BBQ, pin up ladies & indie fashion show • Seven Bar & Kitchen, 224 Helena Av • $10 • 636-0913 • 3pm Sa, 8/23.

Rockabilly band • Carr Winery, 414 N Salsipuedes St • Free • 965-7985 • 6pm Fr, 8/22.

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The Brewhouse, 229 W Montecito St • Free • 884-4664 • 9pm Fr, 8/22.

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The oldest & most prestigious dog shows in the country • Earl Warren showgrounds • $20/$8 • 895-8063 • 8am6pm Fr, 8/22-24. ��

A program of music & food • First Congregational Church Fellowship Hall, 2101 State St • Potluck • RSVP: 963-3636x230 • Noon-1:30pm Fr, 8/22.

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Vs. Cleveland State • 2528 Physical Sciences UCSB • Free • 7pm Fr, 8/22.

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Featuring seasonal cooking with local harvest • Trinity Gardens, 909 N La Cumbre Rd • $15 • Register: 6373201 • 10:30am Sa, 8/23.

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Nate Latta & the Trainhoppers – Folk, Rockabilly, Country Rock • 11560 Calle Real • $10 • 352-2729 • 7-9pm Sa, 8/23. ��

19 piece 1930s New Orleans orchestra & cabaret •

Salsa & bachata • Ayni Gallery, 216 State St • $5 • 6697098 • 9pm Sa, 8/23. ��

Vs. Northwest • Thorrington Field, Westmont College • Free • 10:30am Sa, 8/23. ��

Vs. Westmont • 2528 Physical Sciences UCSB • Free • 7pm Sa, 8/23.

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Opera in ﬁne homes: Menotti’s The Telephone with cocktails & appetizers at the home of Herb & Elaine Kendall • $150 • 898-3890 • 6-8pm Su, 8/24. ��

Rock ‘n’ roll as it was meant to be • Velvet Jones, 423 State St • Free • 965-8676 • 8pm Su, 8/24.

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Four-course crab feast • Les Marchands Wine Bar & Merchant, 131 Anacapa St • $75 • 884-4701 • Noon5pm Su, 8/24.

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Vs. Southern Utah • 2528 Physical Sciences UCSB • Free • Noon Su, 8/24.

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

MAGNOLIA HOUSE $16,000,000 Heart of Montecito 4 ac Garden estate with ocn/mt views. Refined living with pool, gate hse, 2 other cottages, garaging for 11 cars. Tim Walsh, 805.259.8808

JUST LISTED $15,500,000 Approx. 8 magnificent acres featuring 7 bdrm main residence + 2 add’l guest structures (5 bdrms). Enjoy an idyllic Santa Barbara lifestyle. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

PRIVACY, PROVENANCE $15,500,000 Gem in Golden Quadrangle of Montecito. 6 bd/9 bth estate with ocean/mountain views. Richly appointed rooms, 13-seat theatre, so much more! Loyd Applegate, 805.570.4935

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

THE GLEN OAKS ESTATE $12,800,000 Beautiful 1895 Stanford White estate in coveted Glen Oaks. 9bd/10ba main house, guest cottage, pool, tennis, 3 entry gates, ocean/mtn views. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

�� JUST LISTED $1,695,000 New Listing! Stunning single level 4b/2.5b Spanish home in a beautiful Mission Canyon setting. Remodeled throughout.Fam rm & gourmet kitchen Bob Curtis, 805.895.1951

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

CHIC SOPHISTICATION $4,995,000 Contemporary compound on 1+ acre near Montecito’s Lower Village. Ocean/ mountain vistas, lush gardens, two detached guest suites, two pools. Riskin Assoc, 805.565.8600

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

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

JUST REDUCED $3,695,000 Dramatic gated 5,000 + sq ft estate on 4.77 acres designed by Barry Berkus. Spectacular vistas in The Meadows at San Marcos Preserve. Dianne/Brianna, 805.455.6570

PRIVACY & TRANQUILITY $3,400,000 In the heart of Montecito! Well designed single level home. Wonderful gardens & mountain vistas. A perfect retreat & great for entertaining. Patricia Griffin, 805.565.4547

ABSOLUTE TREASURE $2,895,000 Set on over an acre, elegant 3bd/3bth home. Open floor plan, appointed with refined finishes, filled w/ natural light make for great living. Pamela Regan, 805.895.2760

STUNNING CONTEMPORARY $2,795,000

High ceilings, wood beams & lots of large windows highlight this stunning contemporary home that offers wonderful indoor/outdoor living. Ron Madden, 805.284.4170

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

ALMA DEL PUEBLO $2,500,000 Two bedroom 2.5 bath unit, located in the Center of Santa Barbara’s cultural & performing arts scene is Alma Del Pueblo. Tim Walsh, 805.259.8808

RIVIERA VIEW ESTATE $2,495,000 Privacy expansive vaulted ceilings, view decks, pool and modern amenities including solar in this 4/5 bath stunning Riviera home. Susan Jordano, 805.680.9060

SINGLE-LEVEL TUSCAN $2,295,000 Charming courtyard, Guest Casita, Viking kitchen, Stone finishes. Gated Bluffs community near beach & golf.

JUST LISTED $ 2,250,000 Great Hope Ranch Location! Enjoy the SB Lifestyle. Single level, updated kitchen w/ adjoining family room. A home to enjoy, room for horses. Adrienne Schuele, 805.452.3960

SUMMERLAND'S BEST $1,950,000 3Bd/2.5Bth newer ocean view home. Master has large deck, walk-in closet, dual shower heads. Large lot with fruit trees. Jim Witmer, 805.448.3921

STUNNING $1,895,000 2bdrm/2bth contemp. pied a terre in the funk zone. Living room has 19’ ceiling & 17’ pivoting door. Rooftop deck w/ ocean & mountain views. John Henderson, 805.689.1066

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PENTHOUSE $1,795,000 Top floor Penthouse at prestigious El Escorial Villas. 2bd/2.5bth w/ laundry facility, in excellent condition, many recent upgrades. Wayne Barker, 805.637.2948

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

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

CALIFORNIA COTTAGE $1,375,000 Remodeled in 2005 & on a picturesque 7,405 sq. ft. lot in the popular neighborhood “Samarkand”. Featuring 3 bdrm/2 bth & flowering gardens. Susan Pate, 805.895.9385

STORYBOOK LOCATION $1,349,000 Rare chance to own on one of S.B.’s most treasured streets. Beautifully remodeled spacious Spanish-style home. Updated kitchen & baths. Kevin Hall, 805.451.9998

MOUNTAIN SETTING $1,279,000 Newly built home with 5BD/3BA and a separate guest cottage. Stunning mountain views! GrubbCampebll.com Natalie Grubb, 805.895.6226

ALMA DEL PUEBLO $1,250,000 One bedroom 1.5 bath unit, located in the Center of Santa Barbara’s cultural & performing arts scene is Alma Del Pueblo. Elizabeth Wagner, 805.895.1467

JUST LISTED $1,149,000 Conveniently located. Fantastic single level home in the prestigious San Roque neighborhood. GrubbCampebll.com Natalie Grubb, 805.895.6226

JUST REDUCED $995,000 Mint condition Bungalow District Craftsman designed w/btfl replications of turn of the century detailing. Feels free-standing. Open flr plan Colleen Parent-Beall, 805.895.5881

ALMA DEL PUEBLO $855,000 International unit, located in the Center of Santa Barbara’s cultural & performing arts scene is Alma Del Pueblo. Pippa Davis, 805.886.0174

WONDERFUL LOCATION $850,000 Beautiful free standing 3/3 w/ 4th bdrm option & 1,646 sf of living space. Many upgrades, view balcony, gas fireplace, attached 2 car garage Susan Pate, 805.895.9385

JUST LISTED $795,000 4BR/2BA home, open ﬂoor plan, updated kitchen, baths stylishly upgraded & remodeled. Beautiful yard & near Fairview & Calle Real Centers. Cara Gamberdella, 805.680.3826

COSTA RICA VILLA $775,000 3bd/3.5bth private residence with ocean views. 2000± sqft villa sleeps 6-8 people comfortably. Pacific Rim style design; brochures available. Susan Jordano, 805.680.9060

FANTASTIC VALUE $735,000 Ranch style single level 4 bdrm/ 2 bth, conveniently located near San Marcos High School. Remodeled kitchen & baths. nice home, good value! Ian Haggerty, 805.452.1647

POLO & OCEAN VIEWS! $670,000 Beautiful top floor Polo Condo. Beautifully remodeled end unit with decks off dining & living rooms & master bedroom. Gourmet Kitchen. Marcy Bazzani, 805.969.8900

VICTORIA TOWNHOMES $669,000 Stand alone home, 1 of 5 units. 2 bdrm/2 bth. Detached 1 car garage + 1 uncovered space. Fenced yards. Very charming Craftsman style home. Jeff/Julie, 805.895.2944

JUST LISTED $665,000 Lowest priced SFR in Goleta North. Hardwood floors, central heat & A/C. Dual pane sliders to 3 decks. Att’d 2 car garage. Near park & beach. Jeff/Julie, 805.895.2944

POLO CONDO $650,000 2bd/2bth, Enter at 3300 Via Real. Condos overlook 36 acres of grass (polo fields) with 180 degree ocean views.

JUST LISTED $648,000 Condo has 180 degree ocean views from living room and master bedroom. Over looks 36 acres of lawn (polo fields)

Susie Maybery, 805.565.8884

LOWEST PRICE $595,000 Starter home! Same owner since 1968. Newer roof and fencing, updated electrical, dual-pane windows. Fruit trees – Apple, Orange, Avocado. Barbara Savage, 805.455.1933

MESA TOWNHOUSE $549,000 Refurbished South-facing townhouse on The Mesa, boasting finishes from Restoration Hardware with a polished feeling throughout. Emily Kellenberger, 805.252.2773

CALIFORNIA CRAFTSMAN $549,000 2 bdrms/1 bth, plus den. Detached 1 car garage plus large shed. Many improvements done in 2003. Mature trees & succulents. Jeff/Julie, 805.895.2944

IMPECCABLE CONDITION $530,000 Beautifully updated 2 bed/2 bath condo in very quiet location downtown. Remodeled kitchen & baths. New windows, carpet, paint, & more! Kevin Hall, 805.451.9998

JUST LISTED $429,000 Sought after downtown location, second floor unit with balcony off bedroom & living room. Remodeled kitchen granite counters & tiled floors. Julie/Jeff, 805.895.9498

MOVE-IN READY! $399,000 1Bd/1Bth townhome with vaulted ceiling in the spacious upstairs bedroom, two large outdoor patio, washer/dryer in the unit. Cimme Eordanidis, 805.722.8480

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LA BELLA VISTA $16,250,000 8BD/9.5BA, Apprx. 110 Acres. La Bella Vista is one of the foremost luxury properties in the heart of Santa Ynez Valley's Happy Canyon AVA. Carey Kendall, 805.689.6262

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

WOLF SPRINGS RANCH $9,999,000 Beautiful 9000+/- sq.ft. home w/ 5 bdrms/5.5 bths, open floor plan. Custom barns, 35 stalls, ranch offices, staff quarters, 71 +/- acres. Barbara/Judy, 805.245.0455

VINEYARD & RANCH $7,900,000 Watch Hill Vineyard & Ranch, approx. 122 ac. 3bd/5bth. Pool, equestrian facilities, vineyard ft 18+/- acres of a stellar variety of vines. Carey Kendall, 805.689.6262

STUNNING $6,250,000 10-acre gated estate with modern, country French farmhouse built 2007. Flowing indoor/outdoor floor plan, ideal for entertaining, must see! Gail Shannon, 805.448.7887

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

VILLA DEL SOL $3,750,000 Enjoy sweeping views from every room in this fabulous, one-of-a-kind, Regency Hills Estate. For a tour go to www. LiveinSantaYnez.com Carey Kendall, 805.689.6262

CUSTOM ESTATE HOME $3,295,000 4bd/5bth in Regency Hills Santa Ynez. 7.8± acres w/ sweeping views from each room. Entertainer’s delight. Complete remodel 2008, much more! Carey Kendall, 805.689.6262

STUNNING VIEWS! $2,750,000 Stunning 10± acre gated estate. 4,000± sf CA Farmhouse set atop a knoll with stunning VIEWS! Guest house. Ultimate in SY lifestyle! Carey Kendall, 805.689.6262

PARK LIKE SETTING $1,995,000 4.7± acre estate w/ spacious 4bd/3.5bth home. Park like setting. Vast lawn & trails, orchard, 2 barns, caretaker’s apt. & veg. garden. Carey Kendall, 805.689.6262

RANCH ESTATE $1,695,000 Updated Spanish style 4bd home w/sep office. Fabulous Ken Delunas Pool, Spa & Koi Pond. Riding arena, barn, fenced sand & grass paddocks. Carey Kendall, 805.689.6262

FANTASTIC VIEWS $1,650,000 3bd/3bth + approx 1800 sq. ft tri-level guest house, 18+/- acres with panoramic views of the mountains. perfect for entertaining! Carey/Jonee, 805.689.6262

JUST REDUCED $980,000 A quality Village Collection 4bd/3bth, .41 +/- Acre home with numerous custom features including vaulted ceilings throughout the house. Connie Meynet, 805.680.6001

RURAL FEELING $975,000 This property has it all! 5.12 gross acres. Too many amenities to list! 3/2 manufactured home w/ upgrades. 8 stall MD barn, shop & more! Jennie Bradley, 805.886.6644

JUST REDUCED $889,000 Updated 3 bdmr /3 bth home. Newly refinished kitchen cabinetry, hard wood floors, AC, new exterior paint, new landscape, hardscape & more! Carey Kendall, 805.689.6262

SOLVANG HOME $885,000 3 bd/3.5 bth + guest house on one lot in a desirable part of Solvang. Close to schools, shopping. Wood floors, granite, vaulted ceilings. Jennie Bradley, 805.886.6644

NYBORG ESTATES $799,000 3000+ sq.ft. Views! Views! 3/3, 3 fireplaces, 3 car garage, private, close to town.

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WONDERFUL, WITH VIEWS $779,000 Wonderful home with views of the Irish Hills. Home features 3000 sq ft, 5 beds, 3 full bathrooms, 3 car garage with room for storage & more! Andy Katsev, 805.896.2010

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

PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP! $589,000 3bdrm 2 bath hardwood floors and tile in both bathrooms. Newer windows, granite counter tops, newer kitchen cabinets. Must see! Nancy Rizzo, 805.403.2700

LOTS OF CHARM! $499,900 4 Bd/ 2 Bth, Approx. .11 Acres. Clean and move-in ready! Newer windows, tile flooring, solar tubing in the kitchen to make it light and bright! Nancy Rizzo, 805.403.2700

MANY UPGRADES $499,000 Unique well cared 4 bdrm/2bth split level, Designer touches thru out. Close to Village and across from school. Short sale. Barbara Morr, 805.245.0455

JUST LISTED $427,500 Large, open, well laid out floor plan, gorgeous lawns, mature trees and a waterfall add to the magical feeling of this Alisal Ranch home. Patti Cotter, 805.680.0769

LIGHT & BRIGHT $349,000 2BD/2BA, light and bright end unit condo with a spacious downstairs great room highlighted by wood burning fireplace & adjacent half bath. Judy Crawford, 805.588.1425

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