Santa Barbara Passport Magazine Spring 2019

Maps • Shops • Dining • Entertainment • Wine Country

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n behalf of the staff, artists, photographers, designers, writers and others who have helped to make Passport Gateway Magazine the area’s most popular visitor guide since 1995, we invite you to join the millions of readers who have used our magazine to find the very best places to eat, shop and play in Paradise on the Pacific, where the unique east to west, southern facing coastal orientation creates the Mediterraneanlike abundance of sunshine, moderate temperatures and dazzling beauty that attracts more than six million annual visitors to this seaside sanctuary commonly called the American Riviera.

This is the place that was claimed

by Spain in 1542, when the first European to set foot on the California coast was greeted by gift-bearing Chumash Indians who had thrived here for thousands of years and are today

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one of the region’s largest employers and philanthropists. This was the moviemaking capital of the world in the early 20th Century. This is where Charlie Chaplin built a hotel and Jimmy Cagney owned a wharf; where Laurence Olivier married Vivien Leigh and John & Jackie Kennedy honeymooned; where miles of palm lined beaches frame a moving canvass of white sailboats on crisp blue seas and magnificent sunsets silhouette the rich, red terra cotta rooflines that

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surround one of California’s most popular Spanish Missions; where you’re 92 miles north of Los Angeles, 332 miles south of San Francisco, and, hopefully, far enough from home to become accustomed to a more relaxed, carefree lifestyle as you explore the sun-drenched beaches, picturesque harbor, gourmet restaurants, shopping treasures, museums, galleries, award-winning wineries and historical sites.

This is also the place where you’ll find charming sidewalk cafes and worldclass restaurants; and, where you’ll enjoy shopping adventures at first-class national and international stores as well as our eclectic mix of locally owned shops, boutiques and galleries.

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This is the home of six Nobel Prize winners; media celebrities Oprah Winfrey, Laura Schlessinger and Dennis Miller; entertainers Jeff Bridges, Carol Burnett, Kevin Costner, Bo Derek, Kirk Douglas, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Dennis Franz, Kathy Ireland, Michael Keaton, Cheryl Ladd, Christopher Lloyd, Rob Lowe, Eva Marie Saint and Steve Martin; singers and songwriters Jeff Barry, Jackson Browne, Christopher Cross, David Crosby, Barry DeVorzon, Milt Larsen, Bruce Johnston, Kenny Loggins, Jim Messina, Peter Noone and Glen Phillips; TV/film producers and directors Bruce Brown, Chris Carter, Tom Pollock, Ivan Reitman, Joel Schumacher, Dick Wolf and Robert Zemeckis; bestselling authors Jack Canfield and Gayle Lynds; sports legends Jimmy Connors, Tommy Curren, Chuck Liddell; business titans Gene Montesano, Charlie Munger, Paul Orfalea, Fred Siegal, Herb Simon and Ty Warner; and, all of the rest of us who live, work and play in one of the world’s favorite destinations. Welcome to paradise. We’re glad you’re here.

- Betty Carroll

Santa Barbara Explore wine country.

Wine Tasting is everywhere - from downtown Santa Barbara to the scenic, country backroads of the Santa Ynez or Santa Maria Valleys.

Over 100 wineries to choose from! Great wines, friendly people, and a beautiful, relaxed setting. What are you waiting for?

Come visit us.

“When the journey IS the destination, you need a map - ours.”

Free, detailed, winery map at www.sbcountywines.com

P. O. Box 1558 Santa Ynez CA 93460-1558 805-688-0881 information@sbcountywines.com

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Contents

Volume 96 • Spring 2019 features 14 NATASHA

Santa Barbara’s Favorite Women’s Boutique 18 MOXI

Sparking a Lasting Passion for Innovation!

22 CHAUCER’S BOOK STORE

Santa Barbara’s Much-Loved Bookseller 26 EARLY CALIFORNIA ANTIQUES

Old School for a New Era Earth Day in Santa Barbara Santa Barbara spearheaded the very first Earth Day in 1970 & this event continues to grow each year. Alameda Park. Find other activities, festivals & events unique to Santa Barbara in our Calendar of Events (pgs. 63-65)

58 THE LAND SHARK

Showing you Santa Barbara by land and sea!

62 THE LAFOND WINERY TASTING ROOMS

World Class Wine Tasting That Makes Memories

DISHING 32 36 40 48

NATURAL CAFE CHUCK’S WATERFRONT GRILL THE BOATHOUSE FARMER BOY RESTAURANT

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I Madonnari Street Painting Madonnari, or street painters, transform the Mission Plaza using pasels on pavement to create 150 cibrant & color large scale images. A must see! Don’t miss this & many other upcoming festivals & events in Santa Barbara by checking out our Calendar of Events (pgs. 63-65) ­8

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SHOPPING GUIDE MONTECITO MAP GALLERY GUIDE EVENTS & ACTIVITIES DINING GUIDE AREA MAP POINTS OF INTEREST DOWNTOWN MAP WINE COUNTRY MAP WATERFRONT GUIDE WATERFRONT MAP GOLF COURSE GUIDE CALENDAR OF EVENTS CABLE GUIDE PHONE BOOTH

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Growing up in Santa Barbara has given Chris Potter an appreciation & love of the beauty, history & endless charm & colors of the area. His paintings clearly reflect his passion as seen on our cover The Courthouse Arch. A prolific artist, Chris has done well over 700 paintings with plein air clearly a favorite. View more of his works at Distinctive Framing, 1333 State St. or go to chrispotterart.com, facebook or contact him at chrispotterart@gmail.com

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Shopping Guide

33 Jewels at El Paseo

33 JEWELS 814 State St., 957-9100 www.33jewels.com Visitors, enthralled with the charm of Santa Barbara, have often asked owner Diane Garmendia if there is a Santa Barbara charm available. Their wait is now over! Diane has commissioned a Santa Barbara charm featuring two dolphins engraved with ‘Santa Barbara California’. The charm is available exclusively at 33 Jewels in either 14k gold or sterling silver. This full service jeweler offers an extensive collection of diamonds & colored stones & a variety of precious metals. A distinct & unique bridal selection is available as well as fine watches & vintage jewelry. ­12

Open 11am-6pm daily, Noon-5pm Sunday & closed on Tuesdays.

CHAUCER’S BOOKSTORE 3321 State St., 805-682-6787 (In The Loreto Plaza Shopping Center) chaucersbooks.com Santa Barbara’s much-loved bookseller since 1974 invites you to browse their selection of over 150,000 titles in over 300 sections. Open Mon-Sat 9am-9pm & Sun 9am-8pm.

EARLY CALIFORNIA ANTIQUES 1331 State St. (805) 837-8735 www.earlycal.com The largest inventory of Native American and Mexican silver jewelry and most comprehensive gallery of West Coast fine art, illustration art, posters (Continued on page 14)

Santa Barbara Art Glass Blowing Studio

by Saul Alcaraz

Vases • Lighting • BowLs • BottLes • More

706 E. Mason Street ~ 805.965.1541 ~ sbartglass@aol.com www.sbartglass.com

Natasha

Uniquely Santa Barbara, Uniquely an Original

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or over 29 years, Natasha has been a favorite of locals and visitors who are looking for fashion that is both comfortable and unique to reflect relaxed Santa Barbara Lifestyle.

“Our clothes must not only look good, they must feel good and be easy to take care for,” says Natasha Airisto. owner, who has over 30 years of experience in the fashion industry. Both Natasha and her staff are known for their personal service. attention to details and the needs of customers and will outfit you from head to toe including shoes, bags, scarves and jewelry.

Natasha carries a wonderful and varied selection of merchandise.From casual to elegant this boutique carries t-shirts, jackets, sweaters, dresses, great fitting jeans, pants, leggings and so much more. Whatever your age, whatever your style, you’r sure to find something special at Natasha.

Just about everything you find in the store is pre-washed, with no dry cleaning needed, even the most delicate silks and cupro rayons from Johnny Was, Citron and Dressori. Natasha offers many local lines made right here in California including cool linens and comfortable cottons from Cut Loose.

Other customer favorites are HOBO handbags and a great selection of stylish and comfortable footwear.

Daily shipments of exiting merchandise guarantee there is always something new to check out. Come and update your wardrobe with timeless styles. Visit Natasha and you will discover a store for real women with a fun atmosphere and exceptional selection, a boutique where ultimate comfort is always in fashion.

Located downtown at 1231A State Street near the corner of Victoria Street. Natasha is open daily and will even ship your purchases back home for you. 805-965-4542 ­14

A booklover’s delight since 1974

ChauCer’s Books in Loreto PLaza 3321 State Street • Santa Barbara, CA • (805) 682-6787 www.chaucersbooks.com

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Santa Barbara Art Glass Blowing

and prints. The leading source for the classics of the California Style, Monterey furniture, Catalina and Bauer pottery, Spanish Colonial, Spanish Revival, Mexican and Deco. Open Mon to Tue 10am to 6pm, Wed to Sat 11am to 7pm & Sunday 12pm to 6pm.

LAFOND CITY TASTING ROOM 111 East Yanonali • (805) 845-2020 The renowned LaFond Winery single varietal bottlings of vineyard and Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are poured at the LaFond City Tasting Room next to the Santa Barbara Winery Tasting Room in Santa Barbara’s popular FunkZone. Open daily 10am-6pm until 7pm Fr/Sat. ­16

NATASHA 1231 State St., 965-4542 This contemporary women’s clothing boutique specializes in wash & wear easy clothing in natural fabrics made in California. A fun place to shop, Natasha offers a wide selection with personalized service, and daily shipments of new merchandise. Natasha also has the largest selection of Citron silks and rayons and wonderful, cozy, colorful sweaters. Great jewelry, shoes, handbags and belts by Hobo make Natasha your one-stop boutique and they can ship your purchases home for you!

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GLASSBLOWING COUPLE'S COUPLE'S PRIVATE PRIVATE CLASS CLASS GLASSBLOWING 706 E. Mason Street, Santa Barbara, CA • (805) 965-1541 REGULAR PRICE $500 NOW $250 REGULAR PRICE $500 NOW $250 Open for Demonstrations 9am-4pm Mon-Sat • sbartglass.com

Create two art glass items such as bowls, paperweights,tumblers or bud vases.

Create two art glass items such as bowls, paperweights,tumblers or bud vases.

MOXI: Sparking a lasting passion for innovation!

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OXI is the city’s newest destination for families and curious minds of all ages.

The hands-on science museum is a place where you can explore and discover new things about the world around you, ask questions, seek answers, and have a blast doing so. Come ready to play throughout all three floors filled with 17,000 square feet of interactive experiences in science and creativity.

On the first floor, there are the areas dedicated to Sound, Fantastic Forces, and Tech, including MOXI’s own dedicated makerspace called the Innovation Workshop. The second floor features Light, Speed and Interactive Media, including a small black box theater which houses a variety of rotating exhibitions and shows.

The third floor is home to the rooftop Levinson Family Sky Garden and features exhibits that take advantage of the natural

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elements and stunning views of the mountains, harbor, and Stearns Wharf.

MOXI is a place where fun comes first and learning happens in active, exciting, and unexpected ways. Create sound effects for popular movies, build and test a race car, or paint with light – you can do it all at MOXI. Keep an eye out for the museum’s floor staff, known as Sparks, who are there to ignite

that learning by sparking your curiosity and creativity. They’re the ones in the blue shirts and will encourage you to experiment, observe, explore, discover, question, make and design.

MOXI is now open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Check the website for any special hours and holiday closures. General admission is $15 for adults (age 13 and up), and $10 for children age 3-12. Children 2 and under are admitted for free. One ticket gets you access to all MOXI has to offer. Located at 125 State Street, www.moxi.org, 805-770-5000.

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SANTA BARBARA ART GLASS BLOWING STUDIO 706 E. Mason Street, 965-1541 sbartglass.com Inspired by the amazing works of Tiffany, Steuben and Loetz, owner Saul Alcaraz has formed one vision and that is to make the finest art glass the world has ever known! Each design requires specialized touches that make it a stunning “one of a kind masterpiece!” From custom lighting pieces to vases to intricate bowls, the scope and breadth of his works are unsurpassed. Visit his studio, shop or create your

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very own masterpiece at one of his glassblowing classes. The classes are unique, detailed, informative & always entertaining! Call for class times.

SANTA BARBARA WINERY 202 Anacapa Street • (805) 963-3633 sbwinery.com Sea breeze and sun complement a charming patio setting at the Santa Barbara Winery tasting room site that doubles as a production facility where their Chardonnay and Pinot Noir and other memorable varietals are bottled. Open daily 10:am-6pm until 7pm Fr/Sat.

CHAUCER’S BOOKSTORE

Santa Barbara’s Much-Loved Bookseller!

“Mahri Kerley opened Chaucer’s in 1974, she is a legend in the California book business. In Santa Barbara she has the same presence as the late Julia Child, a cross between genius and mystic with style and wit.” - Montecito Journal

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hen Mahri Kerley opened Chaucer’s in 1974, she could not imagine the arrival of chains like Dalton, Crown, Waldenbooks, Barnes & Noble, and Borders. For 36 years the chain stores opened and failed in Santa Barbara. But, Chaucer’s thrived and grew into the region’s most successful bookstore attracting locals and visitors from every corner of the globe.

“My philosophy has always been that if you don’t have it, you can’t sell it,” Kerley explains, “Our stock is eclectic,” she says. “We do a large business in special orders, because our customers know we’ll do whatever it takes to get books for them.”

Ed Conklin shares the bookbuying responsibilities with Kerley and helps maintain the store’s stock of more than 150,000 titles in over 300 sections. The children’s book department at Chaucer’s is one of the most popular areas of the store and includes a wide selection of toys and games.

With a modest bequest from her late mother, Kerley bought a small paperback bookshop. “I bought it for $35,000,” Kerley says, “and had no idea how to run a bookstore. If a book sold, I replaced it with two copies instead of one. You can imagine how cramped that space became.” Four moves to increasingly larger spaces finally brought the store to its spacious present location, where Chaucer’s has been since 1990.

Chaucer’s gives back to the Santa Barbara community by hosting book fairs as fund-raisers for the area’s schools, donates 25% of the profits from each book fair to the participating schools and offers a standing 20% discount to teachers. “We support the schools big-time,” says Kerley.

Santa Barbara’s much loved bookseller since 1974 invites you to browse their selection of over 150,000 titles in over 300 sections. Open Monday-Saturday from 9A-9P and Sunday from 9A-8P at 3321 State Street in the Loreto Plaza. ­22

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Galleries

Santa Barbara Museum of Art, August Escobedo, Dancing Figures, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Lewin

SANTA BARBARA MUSEUM OF ART 1130 State St., 963-4364, www.sbma.net A remarkable permanent collection featuring ancient art: 19th C, American, French & English, 20th C, European, North American & Latin American, as well as a vast collection of works on paper and highly praised Asian art. A Brilliant Spectrum: Recent Gifts of Color Photography on exhibition thru May 5th, offers viewers a rich and engrossing experience of color photographs by emerging and established artists as it presents a concise and select traversal through the history of photography. Out of Storage and into the Light, on exhibition thru Jun. 23rd, features over 50 objects, many of which have yet to be exhibited, that reveal the impressive historical and geographical breadth of the permanent collection. And don’t miss a visit to the children’s gallery, café & gift store. Open Tue-Sun, 11am-5pm. & 11am-8pm Thursdays. ­24

SULLIVAN GOSS An American Gallery 11 E. Anapamu St., 805-730-1460, sullivangoss.com Sullivan Goss - An American Gallery is located in the heart of Santa Barbara’s Historic Arts District, across the street from the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Sullivan Goss has represented the work of American artists for 30 years. With an inventory of over 3,000 works, including paintings, watercolors, drawings, prints and sculptures, Sullivan Goss is the primary West Coast gallery positioned to help build private and public collections of important American art. The gallery is constantly seeking to acquire works by significant American painters and sculptors who worked between 1850 1950 including those artists referred to as luminists, impressionists, expressionist, and modernists. The downtown locations offers approximately twenty exhibition each year. The gallery is also involved with scholarship and research for American artists.

Chris Potter Fine Art

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Early California Antiques Old School Style for a New Era

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n many ways we live in a golden age of design: customers and manufacturers have become hip to style, and Ikea and Target, West Elm, Crate and Barrel, Restoration Hardware have put good design within reach of those who can only aspire to the real Design Within Reach, while television and social media continue to educate us all. Which is all great. But… Simply because we get to see everything, a feeling creeps in that maybe we’ve seen it all. We miss the unique, the one of a kind, the never-copied, the unexpected. The very things that make interior design personal. That put a signature on a project.

And it so happens that these are the very things we specialize in, here at Early California Antiques. And not only the great classics of the classic California Style, Monterey furniture, Catalina and Bauer pottery, Spanish Colonial, Spanish Revival, Mexican, Deco, Mid-Century, Arts &Crafts, Native American, all the classic touchstones of what became the tangible California dream, but also the outliers and the unusual.

We color outside the lines, we venture outside of the box, we have an eclectic eye, endless curiosity and the habit of discovery: folk art and folk furniture, north and south of the border, memorabilia, curiosa and, our particular pride and joy, our ever-growing and exploring gallery of art. You’ll find everything from California plein-air masters to the abstract and the modernist, pieces evocative of the Great Depression, of the jazz age, the turn of the century and the mid-century: landscapes, cityscapes and portraits, oils, watercolors, prints and vintage photography.

With our showroom in Santa Barbara and our warehouse in Oxnard, our comprehensive web-site, as well our regular participation at numerous antiques shows, we put our energy into outreach to both buyers and sellers, dealers and collectors, and, very particularly, to designers and decorators. We make regular deliveries to Los Angeles, and indeed from San Francisco to San Diego, and we ship anywhere. So find us.

The Showroom: 1331 State St, Santa Barbara CA 93101 (805) 837-8735 Mon-Tues 10-6, Wed-Sat 11-7,Sun 12-6 The Warehouse: 953 N Rice Avenue Oxnard CA 93030 (805) 351-0109 By appointment, and last weekend of the month 10-5 ­26

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!eniltsaoC s'arabr Celebrating its 53th year, the Santa Barbara Arts & Crafts Show was inspired by European sidewalk shows and the outdoor art fiestas of Mexico. Sponsored by the City Parks and Recreation Department since 1965, the show is now the only continuous, non-juried arts festival of original drawings, paintings, graphics, sculpture, crafts and photography in the world. The show is held every Sunday under the palms on Cabrillo Blvd. and attracts thousands of visitors each year. Approximately 200 Santa Barbara County resident artists display their own original work in a beautiful outdoor setting. Come join us for a visit! For information: (805) 564-5418 www.sbaacs.com

Bike or Blade along the Beach You can take your pick at Wheel Fun Rentals, which offers the finest equipment available in Santa Barbara. Wheel Fun Rentals offers mountain bikes, road bikes and cruisers, surreys, roller blades, tandems, three-wheelers, strollers, kids bikes, car racks and more! They now offer 30-minute delivery to you throughout Santa Barbara County. In business for over 30 years, Wheel Fun Rentals is located at 23 E. Cabrillo Blvd, across from Stearns Wharf.

For more information, call (805) 966-6733 or visit www.wheelfunrentals.com

Chumash Casino Resort Only one destination blends gaming, beauty and adventure in Santa Barbara wine country. Escape to the Chumash Casino Resort for endless excitement and stunning scenery that creates an exceptional experience. Step onto the casino floor for action-packed gaming, then escape to the comforts of the AAA Four-Diamond resort tower. Take in breathtaking vineyard views from your room or at the luxurious rooftop pool. For the ultimate resort experience, treat yourself to the spa. Each week, you can catch today’s hottest acts in the Samala Showroom.

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Enjoy lunch or dinner seven days a week on the Spanish-tiled patio right along State Street or in the high ceiling interior with hardwood floors and local art. The extensive menu offers vegetarian entrees as well as chicken, fish, pastas, pizza, sandwiches, soups and salads – all prepared with fresh locally grown ingredients.

Choose from a dozen great salads like the Grilled Chicken Caesar mixed with tomato, avocado, croutons, parmesan cheese and Caesar dressing and topped with grilled chicken tenders in a light marinade. Try our natural pizza made with whole wheat crust and grilled chicken, artichoke hearts, jack cheese and homemade pesto sauce or perhaps our famous charbroiled turkey burger topped with grilled onion, lettuce and sprouts on a whole wheat bun.The Natural Café also offers delectable entrees like the popular Buddha Burrito stuffed with sautéed veggies, pinto beans and ­32

rice, wrapped in a whole wheat chapati topped with ranchero sauce, cheese, sour cream and guacamole; the award-winning Cabo Fish Tacos with sautéed halibut in chunky salsa on corn tortillas with cheese

topped with shredded carrot, cabbage and lime, served with beans and rice if you like; and, the Mount Fuji Stir Fry with marinated chicken stir fried with fresh seasoned vegetables in a ginger-soy sauce served over steamed brown rice.

The Natural Café also offers a kids menu, a juice bar with smoothies, shakes and fresh juices, a dessert case with generous sized fresh baked goodies, and a generous selection of local wines and microbrews.

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Santa Barbara Shellfish Company on Stearns Wharf is one of the top ten TripAdvisor Travelers Choice restaurants in the USA for Everyday Dining.

BROPHY BROS SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & CLAM BAR Santa Barbara Harbor, 119 Harbor Way, 966-4418 • Ventura Harbor, 1559 Spinnaker Drive, 639-0865 brophybros.com Both the Santa Barbara and Ventura locations are legendary purveyors of fresh seafood in a fun, lively atmosphere with beautiful views of the mountains and harbor.

Choose your spot - sit at the full length bar facing the view and the clam bar, grab a window and lean in or sit at a table either inside or out. Everyone is welcome at Brophy Brothers. Genuine-Locally Owned-Casual.

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Entrees like Nopales Cactus, slow roasted chipotle pork & Azte Carne Asada are sure to please. Enjoy lunch & dinner daily from 11am and daily Happy Hour specials. Allyou-can-eat Taco Tuesdays from 5pm and Sat. & Sun. brunch from 10am. Whether dining on the patio or inside, Casa Blanca is a joy for all the senses. $$/FB CHUCK’S WATERFRONT GRILL 113 Harbor Way, 564-1200 Relax By the Boats and Under the Sails on the Award Winning Chuck’s Waterfront Grill deck. Sample our Clam Chowder (2013 Chowderfest winner), while overlooking the harbor and the shimmering hills of Santa Barbara beyond. Fresh Local Fish in season from the Fisherman’s Market just steps away-try the White Sea Bass! Full bar featuring Chuck’s original Mai-Tai’s; beer and wine list with many local favorites, including (Continued on page 38)

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erched atop the sand on secluded and beautiful Arroyo Burro Beach, better known as Hendry’s to locals, sits one of Santa Barbara’s most exciting restaurants. The Boathouse at Hendry’s, brought to us by the same family who started the Santa Barbara Shellfish Co and Santa Barbara FisHouse is truly a feast for all the senses. In the mornings, you can dine on the expansive patio and watch the sun rise over the coastal range to the east. In the evenings, gorgeous shades of red, orange and purple from the sunset to the west flood the entire restaurant.

The Boathouse at Hendry’s also offers an excellent escape without ever leaving town. One is struck with the sense they have been transported to a remote and tropical place, while just minutes from downtown. It is difficult to see any signs of development from any part of the Boathouse, with the ocean on one side, the Douglass Preserve on the other and Hope Ranch to the north.

Dolphins in the surf just out front seem to be a daily occurrence, and, in season migrating whales are also common.

The best part of the visit however is the food. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served daily and the menus feature some of the best executed familiar favorites I’ve seen, as well as many very tasty unique dishes. The signature breakfast is incredible; real Dungeness crab cakes over breakfast potatoes topped with poached eggs and chipotle hollandaise; amazing! Corn beef hash was never tops on my list, but tasting it at the Boathouse nearly qualified as a life changing experience. The serving bordered on gigantic, but in no time it was gone; the best I have ever tasted. Of course all the usual favorites are there, pancakes, French toast, eggs benedict, thick applewood smoked bacon and eggs etc. I recommend weekdays, or get there early on the weekend.

Lunch is a very fun experience at the Boathouse, it’s busy, beautiful and again, delicious. Try the Grilled Mahi Mahi Salad with pickled ginger and crispy wontons, or the Boathouse Louie, or the Lobster Tacos. The cioppino is excellent, and the Lobster & Truffle Mac & Cheese is fantastic, although huge. Fresh fish specials abound and generally two to three oyster varieties can be had.

The food at dinner is quite special. Appetizers such as Crispy Pork Belly & Sea Scallops, Steamed Black Mussels and Pan Roasted Crab Cakes are the start of a delicious meal, or make a meal in themselves. The mesquite grills beautifully cook many fish delicacies, such as Ahi Tuna, Pacific Sea Bass, Mahi Mahi, White Sea Bass, as well as New York Steaks and the truly sinful Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon with red wine-shallot butter and scallion mashed potatoes. End it with Banana’s Foster or McConnell’s ice cream mudd pie and you are in heaven.

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Points of interest EL PRESIDIo DE SANTA BARBARA HISToRIC PARK The Presidio includes buildings that were part of the last Spanish military outpost in the New World. The chapel contains restored 18th century decorations.

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KARPELES MANUSCRIPT 2 LIBRARY Collection of prized manuscripts & rare documents. 21 W. Anapamu St. 962-5322.

SANTA BARBARA CoUNTY CoURTHoUSE Timeless Spanish-Moorish masterpieces with colorful corridors, historic mural room, 85 ft. observation tower. Great views from the clock tower. 1100 Anacapa St. 962-6464.

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SANTA BARBARA Zoo Over 500 animals on over 30 scenic acres of a former beachside estate. 500 Ninos Dr. off Cabrillo Blvd. 962-5339.

GANNA WALSKA LoTUSLAND A 37-acre botanical wonder containing subtropical & tropical plants from around the world. Located in Montecito, just east of Santa Barbara. Reservations required for tours from mid-Feb. thru Nov., (805) 969-9990.

SantaBARBARA Barbara SANTA MaritimeMUSEUM Museum MARITIME HomeBarbara’s of the newest Point Conception Lighthouse Santa museum offers a vibrant First Orderof Fresnel Lens, the exploration our relationship withMaritime the sea.

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113 Harbor Way. 962-8404.

SANTA BARBARA MISSIoN “Queen of the Missions” is 10th of the California missions established in 1786 by Spanish Franciscans. Gift shop. Daily from 9am-5pm. 2201 Laguna St. 682-4713.

BoTANIC GARDEN Over 1,000 plants in a wide variety of habitats.

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Enjoy Local Seafood Specialties at The Santa Barbara Fishouse

Locally owned & operated by the same family that brought you the Santa Barbara Shellfish Company, the FisHouse offers specialties like Macadamia Nut Sea Bass and old favorites like local lobster. Open Mon.Fri. for lunch & dinner from 11:15am, & 10am Sat & Sun with daily Happy Hour specials. $$/FB THE NATURAL CAFÉ 508 State St., Santa Barbara 962-9494 361 Hitchcock Way, Santa Barbara 563-1163 6990 Market Place Drive, Goleta 685-2039 968 Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village 449-0099 698 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo 546-9200 Consistently voted by locals as the “best lunch,” “best health food,” and “best fish taco,” the Natural Café offers natural pas­46

ON THE ALLEY Santa Barbara Harbor, 117 Harbor Way, 962-6315 • 7038 Marketplace Drive at Camino Real Marketplace, 845-8096 onthealley.com Owned and operated by Brophy Bros., purveyors of fresh seafood, both locations serve honest and simple food items with a genuine commitment to service. Perfect take-out for the beach, a quick breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Genuine-Locally Owned-Casual. The Santa Barbara location is open Sun.-Thu 6:30am6pm and Fri.-Sat. 6:30am-7pm. Our Goleta location is open Sun.-Thu 7am-8pm and Fri.Sat. 7am-8:30pm. $$/B&W SANTA BARBARA SHELLfISH COMPANY 230 Stearns Wharf, 966-6676 sbshellfishco.com This is the place is for the real shellfish lovers!

A 2019 TripAdvisor Traveler’s Choice best EveryDay Dining restaurant where on any given day you can enjoy live local lobster, Maine lobster, local rock crab, California King crab, ridgeback shrimp, abalone & all varieties of delicacies from the sea. Pick your favorite (or two) & watch as the expert staff prepares it for you to order. Open daily from 11am. $$$/B&W

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irst of all, if you’re craving breakfast and you’re in the U.S.A., how can you not be enticed by a place called Farmer Boy? You picture that boy (clad in overalls, whistling that catchy Mayberry tune) coming in with eggs straight from the henhouse, bacon direct from the smokehouse, etc.

The beloved San Roque café was purchased by the Bennett family (also owners of Brophy Brothers, Benchmark Eatery and On The Alley) in 2014 and closed for a lengthy overhaul. Longtime fans return now say they are pleased by the shiny new, modern feel.

I ventured in on a recent Saturday morning and the place was packed, full of chatter and laughter. Nice vibe. Found a seat next to a guy with white hair and a white beard. Soon a server appeared with a cheery “Look what I have for you!” Almost like Christmas. And, feast like, his breakfast included two eggs over easy, bacon, English muffin and the biggest cinnamon bun I’ve ever seen, slathered in icing. Did I mention that he was fairly slender? Must be a distance runner, I muttered to myself.

My more modest breakfast arrived in short order and it was top notch. Eggs, two rashers of bacon, hash browns (great), English muffin, and cup of Joe, (decaf.)

Other plates I saw being delivered to the counter included fried chicken and waffles, steak and eggs, pancakes (which, by the way, are only $7 for a full stack) and a variety of great looking omelettes. Another popular item, according to some others seated at the counter, are the crab cakes which feature two poached eggs on an English muffin with a citrus hollandaise. Might have to try that next time.

Eventually, my neighbor finished (defeated by that massive cinnamon bun; he left a quarter of it) and I asked for his review. Basically; All around pretty good, and that he’d be coming back.

I returned for lunch a couple of days later with my cousins, longtime Farmer Boy fans who were greeted fondly by a waitress from the old days. There’s your hometown touch. He had fish and chips, she had a BLT. Smilles all around. – By Jeff Miller Serving breakfast and lunch. 3427 State St, 805-845-6749 www.farmerboy.com ­48

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W orld C lass W hale W atching Santa Barbara Channel Named Best Whale Watching by Discovery Channel

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eatured on Discovery Channel as the world’s best whale watching area, the Santa Barbara Channel abounds with migrating gray whales in the winter and early spring, and the giant blue and humpback whales in the summer and fall months.

The unique East-West configuration of the channel and the converging ocean currents in the area provide ideal conditions during the summer months for the blooming of large quantities of krill and anchovies, the favored food for blue and humpback whales... and Santa Barbara lies right on the path of the migrating California gray whales, making Santa Barbara one of the favored viewing spots on the West Coast.

The smooth jet powered CONDOR Express,

offers whale watching year round and allows plenty of time for up close encounters with not only whales but a variety of Dolphins and occasionally Killer Whales The California Gray whale migration now numbers over 25,000 animals (they are now back to their pre-whaling population). They migrate past the Channel Islands offshore in December, January and February as they move southward toward their calving and mating grounds in Baja.

From mid February through the end of April, the herd travels with the newborn calves close by Santa Barbara as they return to their feeding grounds in Alaska...completing a phenomenal 12,000 mile migration.

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sighted during summer and fall months. From May through October, blues and/or humpbacks are sighted in the waters surrounding Santa Rosa and Santa Cruz Islands... and during the busiest times they are joined by fin and minke whales, so that it often is possible to see all four species of whales feeding in the same area at the same time.

Such a biodiversity in regards the great whales is seldom seen outside of the nutrient rich waters of the Arctic and Antarctic regions. The blue whale is the largest animal ever to be on the face of the earth. Measuring up to 100 feet in length and weighing 100 tons or more, blue whales are larger by far than the largest of the dinosaurs and immensely larger than anything on earth today. The largest land animal is the elephant, weighing about 6 tons. The tongue of the blue whale is larger than an elephant...in fact; a blue whale is about as massive as a whole herd of elephants.

Trips to view the whales of Santa Barbara are run aboard the CONDOR Express located in the Santa Barbara Harbor’s Sea Landing dock. One of the most comfortable charter boats in California; the Condor Express features all around seating on deck, a spacious sundeck and a full galley, serving hot and cold meals, soft drinks and a full bar.

All whale watching trips are expertly narrated by naturalists providing you with information about the whales, dolphins and sea birds seen on the trip, as well as the natural history of this fascinating area.

For whale watching trip information and reservations, visit www.condorexpress.com or call: CONDOR Express at (805) 882-0088 or toll free 1-888-77-WHALE.

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Half-day Whale watching Island Excursions Dinner & Party Cruises Private Charters

75 foot quad-jet catamaran provides a comfortable ride along the Santa Barbara coast and the islands even at 30-knots. Features a large raised bow, upper sun-deck, full-service bar, galley, and a professional, experienced crew.

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waterfront guide Land and Sea Tours THE LAND SHARK View Santa Barbara by both land and sea, on this “boat with wheels!” Designed for comfortable cruising, the amphibious Land Shark offers fully narrated 90-min. tours departing from 99 W. Cabrillo Blvd at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm, winding thru the streets of Santa Barbara and its historical landmarks, and splashing down into the blue waters of the Santa Barbara harbor. $30 Adults, $15 kids; Private Charters also avail. Call (805) 683-7600; or visit www.out2seeSB.com

Harbor & Stearns Wharf Off of Cabrillo Blvd. on Harbor Way, tour one of the oldest working harbors on the West Coast, dine with the best view of the fisherman unloading their catch at Brophy Bros.

Clam Bar & Restaurant and visit the exciting Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. East of the Harbor, at the end of State St., lies Stearns Wharf, built in 1872 as the first working wharf in California. Today, the Wharf caters to visitors with shops, restaurants, fish market, boat charters and the Ty Warner Sea Center.

Beaches

ARROYO BURRO BEACH Referred to as “Hendry’s Beach,” this beach off Cliff Drive, near Los Positas, is known for its sunsets and “The Boathouse” restaurant.

Butterfly Beach In front of the Four Seasons Biltmore on Channel Drive, this quiet beach is convenient for those staying in Montecito.

Boating & Whale Watching Condor Express Climb aboard the Condor Express, a jet powered catamaran, for a spectacular whale watching trip, sportfishing or island excursion. The Captain and his crew are knowledgeable about the whales, islands & sea. The Condor Express has a spacious galley with food and cocktail service. Call (805) 882-0088 or 1-888-77-WHALE or visit: condorexpress.com

EAST BEACH This popular beach offers volleyball, beach grill, children’s playground, & arts center. On East Cabrillo Blvd., across from the Cabrillo Inn. Goleta Beach Near UCSB, this large beach hosts a restaurant, grass picnic & BBQ areas & fishing pier.

Sandspit Rd., off Hwy 217.

Leadbetter Beach A favorite family beach, this area is good for windsurfing & surfing and boasts a full restaurant, grass picnic & BBQ areas. Shoreline Dr., across from City College.

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erhaps you’ve seen the big colorful boat on wheels cruising the streets of Santa Barbara with passengers smiling on it. And perhaps you’ve wondered, “What is that thing? And where is it going?” Well, it’s eventually going to splash into the sea! That’s right, the 39’ “Land Shark” is one-half bus and one-half boat, and is the only way to see Santa Barbara by both land and sea.

Up to 49 passengers are treated to a 90-minute tour of Santa Barbara’s historical landmarks and rich maritime history, which

is personally narrated in a most humorous and entertaining style. Adults are enthralled with the city’s unique history and architecture, while children can’t wait to splash into the ocean. Suddenly, after 60 minutes of land cruising, the Land Shark reaches the boat-launching ramp and, with an amusing airline-style safety and life jacket demonstration by the tour guide, splashes into the big blue sea. ­58

For the next 30 minutes, passengers are now cruising the beautiful harbor and Santa Barbara waterfront, with exquisite views of the city and mountainous backdrop as seen only from a boat. The witty tour guide tells of maritime legends and the colorful history of Stearns Wharf (California’s oldest working wharf ), the Breakwater and the coastal oil platforms.

And perhaps even more fun is the citing of numerous marine mammals, such as seals, sea lions, dolphins and local sea birds, who seem unafraid of this “Land Shark.” The comical tour guide now displays his knowledge as a marine naturalist.

As the boat climbs back to dry land and returns to its original departure area near State Street and Stearns Wharf, it is not uncommon to hear children ask their parents “Can we do that again?” This fun-filled amphibious adventure is truly one of Santa Barbara’s “Must-Dos.” Land & Sea Tours offers these adventures daily at 12pm & 2pm (and 4pm in summer). Tickets are only $30 for adults, and $20 for kids. Reservations are not required. A jacket or sweatshirt is suggested, and don’t forget your camera! Private tours and sunset cocktail cruises are also available. For more information, call (805) 683-7600, or visit their website at www.out2seeSB.com

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Santa Barbara Area Golf Courses Have Something For Everyone GLEN ANNIE GOLF CLUB www.glenanniegolf.com hen it comes to golf, Santa 405 Glen Annie Road – 18 Holesto offer Barbara has something Goleta • 968-6400 for everyone! The County

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of Santa Barbara is quickly becoming HIDDEN OAKS GOLF COURSE known as a premier golf destination. www.hiddenoaksgolfsb.net With a wonderful portfolio of courses, 4760G Calle Camarada – 9 Holes there is nothing the golfing world can’t Santa Barbara • 967-3493 find. From a championship golf course ranked among the best in the world to a golf course that is perfect for the beginner. With green fees ranging from $12 to $149 golfers have financial options as well. If golfers desire nine-holes, 18-holes, tournament play, banquet facilities, name brand merchandise, PGA golf instruction, junior clinics, practice facilities, club fitting or a gourmet meal LA afterPURISMA their round, they can find it here in www.lapurisimagolf.com this diverse golf destination.

3455Sandpiper State Hwy. 246 – 18opened Holesin 1972 golf course Lompoc• 735-8395 and has been known as “one of the best” ever since. It earned this reputation by RANCHO SAN MARCOS GOLF providing golfers with championship golf COURSE on the ocean’s edge. Patrons can literally www.rsm1804.com step off the green of the Par 3, 11th Hole and 4600 Hwy. 154 – 18 Holes on to the sand of the scenic Santa Barbara Santa Barbara • 683-6334 coastline. This stunning combination of championship golf and beauty has inspired awe in its patrons for 35 years.

Glen Annie Golf Club, Santa Barbara’s newest golf gem, opened its doors in December of 1997 cementing the area’s reputation as a premier golf destination. This challenging layout is perched in the foothills above Santa Barbara with breathtaking ocean and mountain views. A beautiful clubhouse with its award winning architecture 60 68 ­60

RIVER COURSE AT THE ALISAL www.rivercourse.com 150 Alisal Road – 18 Holes Solvang • 688-6042 Glen Annie Golf Course

provides its guests with acclaimed cuisine and SANDPIPER GOLF CLUB looks out onto this magnificent landscape & www.sandpipergolf.com a7925 cascading lake.

Hollister Avenue – 18 Holes Just a half hour up the highway the Goleta • 968-1541 River Course at the Alisal presents golfers with breathtaking panoramas of the brilliant hues of the foothills and the Santa Ynez Mountains and Valley. This challenging layout follows the meandering path of the Santa Ynez River and features four lakes and a green that is nearly surrounded by water.

After a rewarding round of golf, guests can retire to the popular River Grille to enjoy a drink or a wonderful meal.

A twenty five minute drive from downtown Santa Barbara will bring you to Rancho San Marcos and golfers can reach SANTA BARBARA CLUB La Purisima in lessGOLF than an hour. Both thesantabarbaragolfclub.com are critically acclaimed golf courses that 3500 McCaw Avenue – 18 Holes feature championship golf with spectacular Santa Barbara • 687-7087 surroundings and are well worth the trip.

With a wide variety of golf courses TWIN LAKES GOLF COURSE that will challenge the best golfers, help the twinlakesgolf.com beginners, and inspire takers, Santa 6034 Hollister Avenuethe – view 9 Holes Barbara is a destination that is nothing short Goleta • 964-1414 of a golfer’s dream!

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The Lafond Winery Tasting Rooms

World Class Wine Tasting That Makes Memories!

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n 1962, the visionary vintner Pierre Lafond opened the first post-prohibition winery in Santa Barbara County, Santa Barbara Winery, and created the first tasting room in the city of Santa Barbara.

Today, the renowned Lafond Winery single varietal bottlings of vineyard and Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are poured at the Lafond Winery City Tasting Room at 111 East Yanonali Street and at the Santa Barbara Winery Tasting Room. Both are just two blocks from the beach in Santa Barbara’s popular Funk Zone, one of the area’s most prominent wine destinations; and, at the Lafond Winery & Vineyards tasting room in Buellton.

The Lafond Vineyard, which receives a cooling maritime influence at its location in the western Santa Ynez Valley off of Santa Rosa Road, was planted in 1971 and was one of the first in the county. Syrah and Pinot Noir were added to the winery’s repertoire a decade later when Bruce McGuire became winemaker, and in 1996, 30 additional acres were added.

The Lafond Winery, set on 100 acres of picturesque vineyard property, opened to the public in 2001, the same year that Sta. Rita Hills was recognized as a distinct viticultural area marked by its cool climate and longer growing season. The small-lot production of Lafond, Santa Barbara Winery’s sister label, is focused on vineyard and appellation expression, with the highest attention to detail and quality fruit.

The luminous Lafond Winery City Tasting Room that was designed by Mr. Lafond stocks a variety of local artisan products from fine art paintings to jewelry, gift cards and gift baskets.

The spacious tasting room at the Lafond Winery & Vineyards in Buellton offers a view of the vineyard and working winery and invites visitors to enjoy the picnic area under the trees seated at rustic tables that overlook the vineyards, or to relax on the patio that can accommodate up to eighty people.

Santa Barbara Winery and Lafond Winery are also available for private celebrations and events.

Santa Barbara Winery, 202 Anacapa Street • (805) 963-3633 • Open every day 10:00am-6:00pm until 7:00 Fr/Sat. ­62

Lafond City Tasting Room, 101 East Yanonali • (805) 845-2020 Open every day 10:00am-6:00pm until 7:00 Fr/Sat. Lafond Winery & Vineyards, 6855 Santa Rosa Rd., Buellton • (805) 688-7921 • Open every day 10am-5pm.

Calendar of Events FEBRUARY Ongoing SANTA BARBARA MUSEUM OF ART Presents Highlights of the Permanent Collection, featuring some of the most celebrated works of art from the permanent collection as well as several of the most exciting gifts & acquisitions in the areas of modern & contemporary art, photography & the arts of Asia.

And don’t miss a visit to the children’s gallery, café & gift store. Open Tue-Sun, 11am-5pm & 11am-8pm Thursdays.

MARCH Mar 15-17 74 ANNUAL SANTA BARBARA INTERNATIONAL ORCHID SHOW More than 70 exhibitors from the United States & around the world will display hundreds of different orchid species & named varieties at the Earl Warren Showgrounds. Visit sborchidshow.com for further information. th

Mar 24 THE JUNGLE BOOK Rudyard Kipling’s famous tale of the “laws of the jungle” will ignite your sense of adventure onstage at the Granada Theatre, 1214 State Street, 2pm.

Santa Barbara Kite Festival

APRIL Apr 13 STATE STREET BALLET Presents Ballroom, celebrating the iconic music of Gershwin, Ellington, Piazzolla, Sinatra & more. Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido, 7:30pm.

Apr 14 SANTA BARBARA KITE FESTIVAL A fun-filled family day flying kites & enjoying the outdoors.

Pack a picnic & bring your favorite kite or buy a new one at the festival.

11am - 5pm at Santa Barbara City College Campus across from the ocean.

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Calendar of Events Apr 26 CHUMASH CASINO Presents the comedy of Sinbad! Visit chumashcasino.com for tickets & information.

Apr 27 & 28 EARTH DAY! Santa Barbara spearheaded the very first Earth Day in 1970 & this event continues to grow each year. Alameda Park, 11am-8pm. Visit sbearthday.org for more information.

FUTURE EVENTS May 4 SANTA BARBARA 37th ANNUAL VINTNER’S FESTIVAL Here’s your opportunity to meet the vintners, taste their wines & enjoy great food & music at Rancho Sisquoc in the Santa Maria Valley

May 11 ROAR & POUR WINE FESTIVAL Winetasting event where the animals stay out late & the Zoo is open so guests can stroll & sip.

Featuring tastings from more than 20 local wineries, tasty eats from local food trucks, music & more!

May 25-27 I MADONARRI (or street painters) transform the Mission plaza using pastels on pavement to create 150 vibrant & colorful large scale images. Wonderfully talented artists, young & old, present their art on concrete. Food, music & entertainment for all. Visit imadonarri-festival.com Jun 8 LOS OLIVOS JAZZ & OLIVE FESTIVAL Wine tasting from 30 local wineries, world class, professional jazz musicians perform & samplings of 30

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Calendar of E vents different olive-themed dishes prepared by local chefs await you in downtown Los Olivos.

Jun 21, 22 & 23 SUMMER SOLSTICE Welcome summer the Santa Barbara way & join the crowds along State Street for a wacky, fun, irreverent celebration of solstice.

Parade starts at noon & culminates at Alameda Park with all parade participants; drum circles, beer & wine garden, food, arts & crafts & entertainment galore. This is a must see! Visit solsticeparade.com for further information.

ONGOING ACTIVITIES WHALE WATCHING Whale watching aboard the Condor Express. Witness gray whales & humpbacks Dec-Apr; humpbacks & blue whales May-Nov. Call 882-0088 or toll free (888) 77-WHALE. ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW Over 200 local artisans display their art, crafts & gifts for purchase. The only continuous, non-juried arts festival in the world! Admission is free.

Every Sunday from Chase Palm Park along the beach on Cabrillo Blvd. to State Street.

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