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26 14 Editor’s Letter + Our Editor’s Picks for Summer Fun and Entertainment 16 Contributors 20 Local Lowdown Viva Los Cascaroñes; A Day Away in Catalina Island, Monterey County and Salinas; and Seasons takes to the highway in the world’s most advanced luxury travel trailer 26 Summer Style File A Day in the Life of the Active Santa Barbara Woman by judy foreman

34 Summer Datebook Performing and Visual Arts + Other Favorite Events for SUMMER 38 Poetry An Oasis on Paradise Road by sojourner kincaid rolle

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46 First Person Peter Howorth: Marine Mammal’s Best Friend by karen telleen-lawton 48 Sustainable Seasons Where Every Day is Earth Day: Bren School of Environmental Science & Management by brett leigh dicks

50 Legacies A+ for Education, Santa Barbara Education Foundation by cheri rae

52 Rearview Mirror If These Walls Could Speak: The Art of Santa Barbara History by erin graffy de garcia

76 News from Over the Hill Chumash Casino Expansion by wendy thies sell

77 Santa Ynez Valley Dining

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Golf in Santa Barbara County 80 Santa Barbara Country Explore Map 82 Explore Santa Barbara County Arroyo Hondo Preserve + 41 great things to do in Santa Barbara, Montecito, Summerland, Carpinteria, Goleta, Santa Ynez, Solvang, Los Olivos and Ballard 84 Santa Barbara Urban Wineries 88 Wine Winery Guide & Map 92 Eat Strawberry Fields Forever by nancy ransohoff

+ our Dining Out Guide 100 My Santa Barbara Yarnbomber Stephen Duneier and the Art of Getting People Back to Nature by leslie dinaberg

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“If a June night could talk, it would probably boast it invented romance.” —Bern Williams

Editor’s Picks The Paintings of Moholy-Nagy: The Shape of Things to Come This is an exciting mash-up of one of the most influential members of the Bauhaus: László MoholyNagy’s artwork, with “interventions” inspired by Moholy’s art by designer Alex Rasmussen, whose Goleta-based company Neal Feay reinterprets artistic forms in anodized aluminum. Santa Barbara Museum of Art, 1130 State St. 7/5–9/27. 805/963-4364, sbma.net.

Casa del Herrero Celebrates 90 Years George Fox Steedman and his wife Carrie moved into their new home on June 29, 1925. Now we have a chance to celebrate “father of Santa Barbara style”

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George Washington Smith’s architectural legacy with a special garden party. Casa del Herrero, 1387 E. Valley Rd., Montecito.

6/28, 4–7 p.m. 805/565-5653, casadelherrero.com.

Santa Barbara Wine Festival A beloved fundraiser for Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, Santa Barbara Wine Festival is a wonderful way to appreciate being out in nature underneath the oaks along Mission Creek, while enjoying more than 50 tantalizing wines from the Central Coast’s premier wineries complemented by fitting pairings from local chefs. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta de Sol. 6/27, 2–5 p.m.

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Bacon and Barrels What goes better than bacon

of Santa Barbara History” (page 52).

Our recently promoted art director, Kim McKeown, has been a busy bee this season; you’ll see her fresh, inspired touches on just about every page, including Style File. It was only two issues ago that we debuted our first fashion section spotlighting the keen eye of contributing editor Judy Foreman, but I’m happy to say we’ve stepped up our style game even further this issue with a gorgeous active wear shoot featuring local model and fitness expert Nora Tobin at Bacara Resort & Spa (page 26).

Tough day at the office, huh?

Sometimes life really is a beach. Cheers to a summer full of romance and fun!

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and wine, bourbon and beer?

Dare we say, nothing! Bacon and Barrels is a fabulously decadent event, where you’ll enjoy some of the most delectable bacon dishes from the Central Coast’s best, while mixologists, bacon food trucks, live music, local vendors and a piggy petting zoo make this a day to remember. Buttonwood Farm & Winery, 1500 Alamo Pintado Rd., Solvang. 7/17–19. baconandbarrels.com.

New York Philharmonic Music Academy of the West’s annual summer classical music festival is always fabulous and will be even better this year with free tickets for young people ages 7 to 17 (with paid adults) and special $10 Community Access tickets for all events, including New York Philharmonic’s debut concert

at Santa Barbara Bowl. The all-American program features music from Leonard Bernstein’s beloved West Side Story and Aaron Copland’s epic masterpiece Appalachian Spring. Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St. 8/3, 7 p.m. 805/962-7411, sbbowl.com.

La Fiesta Pequeña One of Old Spanish Days’ most beautiful traditions is the official opening of Fiesta, which has taken place in front of the Santa Barbara Mission since 1927.

Always free to the public, La Fiesta Pequeña (“little Fiesta”) is a colorful historical program with traditional songs and dances from the Californio, Flamenco, Spanish Classical and Mexican Folklorico traditions. Old Mission Santa Barbara, 2201 Laguna St. 8/5, 8 p.m. oldspanishdays-fiesta.org.

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K ayaking into the sunset , sailing off into the moonlight, sunset beach strolls, bluff-side yoga, hiking among the wildflowers—it’s no secret that Santa Barbara encapsulates the essence of romance. So does this issue of Santa Barbara Seasons, starting with our launch into the harbor scene, where local yachtsmen and women welcome us—alongside photographer Henry L. Fechtman and writer Leslie A. Westbrook—aboard their pleasure boats for a taste of luxurious life at sea (page 58).

Writer/photographer Chuck Graham tells the tale of another type of ocean fantasy as he shares his paddling journey through the sometimes treacherous waters of “Santa Barbara’s Wild Coast” (page 66). We explore the world of Santa Barbara County’s top crop in “Strawberry Fields Forever” (page 92) and journey through days gone by via “If These Walls Could Speak: The Art

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summer contributors

Chuck Graham | Writer & Photographer Chuck Graham, who wrote, shot and paddled “Santa Barbara’s Wild Coast” (page 66), has lived in Santa Barbara County since 1973. He and his wife Lori make their home in Carpinteria. A beach lifeguard on Carpinteria City Beach for more than 20 years, he also leads kayak tours at Channel Islands National Park. Graham enjoys exploring the Santa Barbara region as much as traveling abroad and appreciates the diversity of islands, coast and backcountry in close proximity to one another.

“What a plum assignment! Poking around my favorite part of town… the weather was perfect…the boat folks were all welcoming and full of fun. I hated to see this project end.

What next? I am ready to sail off into the sunset, and I promise not to get seasick,” says Leslie A. Westbrook, who wrote “Safe Harbor: Pleasure Boats and the Santa Barbara Harbor Scene” (page 58). Westbrook is a longtime freelance writer and author based in Carpinteria with a background in art and antiques who also assists clients sell their fine art, antiques and collectibles through major international auction houses.

Henry L. Fechtman | Photographer

Sojourner Kincaid Rolle | Poet Recently named Santa Barbara Poet Laureate, Sojourner Kincaid Rolle is a poet, playwright, environmental educator and peace activist. Her publications include Black Street and Common Ancestry. Her poems have appeared in California Quarterly, Coffee Press, Squaw Review and the following anthologies: Corners of the Mouth: Celebrating 30 Years of the SLO Poetry Festival, A Crow Black as the Sun, Rivertalk, The Geography of Home, The Poetry of Peace and Poetry Zone I, II & III. She hosts a monthly poetry event, The Poetry Zone, and for the past 13 years has organized an annual tribute to poetry icon Langston Hughes.

Henry L. Fechtman has spent the past 40 years taking pictures on every continent except Antarctica (plus a whole lot of islands). His work has appeared in numerous local and national magazines, including Architectural Digest, People, Town & Country, Bon Appétit, Arizona Highways, Spa, Garden Design, Santa Barbara Magazine, Montecito Magazine and Great Resorts & Hotels, among others. He was also an instructor for Brooks Institute of Photography and the still photographer for Julia Child’s PBS series, “Dinner with Julia.”

In this issue, Fechtman turns his lens toward the ocean to shoot “Safe Harbor: Pleasure Boats and the Santa Barbara Harbor Scene” (page 58).

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Viva los Cascarónes!

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C a sc arónes —eggshells filled with confetti

and painted in a decorative fashion—are nearly as ubiquitous during Fiesta in Santa Barbara as Mardi Gras beads are during carnival season in New Orleans. Confetti from cascarónes (Spanish for “eggshells”) colors the streets of Santa Barbara in August just as beads thrown from Mardi Gras floats sparkle when caught in the live oak trees lining St. Charles Avenue in New Orleans.

Cascarónes are made to be broken— especially on an unsuspecting friend’s head—in a celebratory ritual that usually results in laughter and hair sprinkled with confetti.

The manufacture of cascarónes is a cottage industry culminating in the sale of thousands and thousands of confetti eggs on the streets of Santa Barbara. Volunteers at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church make 10,000 cascarónes to sell at their Fiesta celebration. Cascaróne vendors include individuals; grandmothers selling eggs from baskets; families, small and large, who set up large displays year after year at the same sidewalk locations; and small groups of youngsters who roam the parade routes carrying trays of cascarónes for sale.

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Cascaróne vendors spend most of the year preparing for the five days of Fiesta.

Some families even have arrangements with restaurants to obtain their eggshells.

The shells have to be washed, dried, stored, filled with confetti and decorated. The decorative styles for cascarónes range from simple, single-colored, Easter egg style to complicated designs with accessories such as sombreros or duck’s feet. Motifs range from traditional floral designs to topical subjects like Michael Jackson, who was a popular Cascaróne meme after his death in 2009, a memorial of sorts. Cartoon characters such as Angry Birds have been popular in the last few years. Pictured on this page (middle left) are Minerva Roldan and Stephanie Dominguez Roldan holding a carton of cascarónes depicting an evil minion from the movie Despicable Me 2.

For a cottage industry that is labor intensive and time consuming, cascaróne prices are modest. Most cascarónes are priced at 25 cents, so vendors depend on volume sales to make a profit, which is all the more reason to support this local tradition. Viva Los Cascarones!!  s u m m e r 2 015

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a day away Living in a world-class vacation destination like Santa Barbara has a bounty of blissful benefits, but sometimes it’s still nice to get out of town for a bit. Here are a few favorite spots that are less than a day away from home.

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Lloyd’s of Avalon Confectionery

(315 Crescent Ave., 310/5107266, catalinacandy.com) for sweet treats.

Explore the island further with a visit to Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden (1402 Avalon Canyon Rd., 310/510-2897, catalinaconservancy.org) or by renting a golf cart at Catalina Auto and Bike Rentals (635 22

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Crescent Ave., 310/510-1600, catalinaislandgolfcart.com).

Avalon’s newest restaurant, Maggie’s Blue Rose (417 Crescent Ave., 310/510-3300, maggiesbluerose.com), features innovative Mexican cuisine (try the mole braised duck taquitos, the watermelon and spiced grilled shrimp salad and the fabulous grilled street corn on the cob, which is “derailed” tableside) and an extensive margarita selection (think tamarindo, cucumber and jalapeno, and desert pear flavors).

We also enjoyed a fantastic ocean-view dinner at another newbie to the island, Bluewater Avalon Seafood Restaurant

(306 Crescent Ave., 310/5103474, bluewatergrill.com).

Located in the historic Avalon waterfront building that once served as the arrival and departure point for the SS Avalon and SS Catalina steamers, the restaurant offers a contemporary take on the classic New England seafood house.

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Relaxation and indulgence go hand-in-hand on Catalina Island, where you can enjoy being pampered at Island Spa Catalina (above), or sip your blues away with cocktails at Maggie’s Blue Rose (left).

out the brand-new Island Spa Catalina (163 Crescent Ave., 310/510-7300, visitcatalinaisland.com), which offers 15,000 square feet of indoor bliss, as well as a variety of outdoor spaces, including luxurious lounges, a soaking pool and the stunning turquoise-tiled vista deck. The spa features nine treatment rooms, a nail studio (the blend bar mani/pedi is a special treat for the senses), and light bites at Encanto Café. It’s a wonderful place to spend the day with friends (girls’ weekend treat or pre-wedding pampering).

Many people come to Catalina for a day trip, and that’s certainly do-able, but if you stay at the delightfully charming

Pavilion Hotel (513 Crescent Ave., 310/510-1788, visitcatalinaisland.com), you may never want to leave! Renovated in 2010, this cozy hotel is a mere 14 steps from the beach. If you don’t want the sand in your toes, Pavilion Hotel has a spacious garden courtyard area, complete with fire pits, where you can enjoy the ocean view along with complimentary wine and cheese pairings, as well as an excellent continental breakfast. ­—Leslie Dinaberg

For more info on this destination, or to request a free visitor’s guide, visit catalinachamber.com.

Photos (l-r): Leslie Dinaberg, Santa Catalina Island Company

This be autiful getaway — just 22 miles off the coast of Southern California via Catalina Express (800/481-3470, catalinaexpress.com), with ports in San Pedro, Long Beach and Dana Point—offers a little piece of paradise with striking clearblue waters and a laid-back friendly vibe that Santa Barbarans will appreciate and feel right at home with.

Avalon is a great walking town, with no cars allowed in much of the waterfront district and a charming path stretching from the Catalina Express boat moorings to Descanso Beach, a mile away. Descanso Beach Club (1 Descanso Ave., 310/510-7410, visitcatalinaisland.com) is a terrific spot for sunset cocktails. Poke into quaint shops like the eye-popping Afishionados Gallery Store (203 Crescent Ave., 310/5102440, shop.afishionadosgallery. com), which has wonderful oneof-a-kind jewelry and art, and C.C. Gallagher (523 Crescent Ave., 310/510-1278, ccgallagher.com), a coffee house/wine tasting room that also carries high-end gifts, or pop into

Daily Amtrak Coast Starlight rides are a dramatic way to travel to Monterey County.

Monterey County Re dwood groves , stunning beaches, incredible wildlife, and fresh food and wine at every turn—with so many attractions, it’s no surprise that Monterey County is one of the world’s most desired tourist destinations. It’s a relatively short drive from Santa Barbara—four-five hours by car via US 101 or legendary Hwy. 1.

What to Do: Don’t miss Tentacles: The Astounding Lives of Octopuses, Squid and Cuttlefishes at the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium (886 Cannery Row, 831/648-4800, montereybayaquarium.org). Humans rarely encounter these captivating creatures in their ocean habitats, but the aquarium’s living collection of cephalopods offers the largest and most diverse ever on exhibit anywhere in the world.

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Where to Stay: InterContinental The Clement Monterey (750 Cannery Row,

831/375-4500, ictheclementmonterey. com). A full service hotel across from the aquarium, The Clement straddles both sides of Cannery Row. The C Restaurant + Bar has ocean-view seating and a new terrace with heat lamps.

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a day away Walk to Fisherman’s Wharf and other major downtown attractions in the heart of historic Monterey. The complex includes nearly 400 rooms and suites, a bar and restaurant, and Peter B’s Brewpub, a lively local hangout and craft brewery.

Where to Eat and Drink: Cindy’s Waterfront (886

Cannery Row, 831/6484800, montereybayaquarium.org). Savor celebrity chef Cindy Pawlcyn’s seasonal dishes and watch otters play from an oceanview seat at the Monterey Bay Aquarium.

What Next: Take a side trip to Moss Landing, a tiny fishing village north of Monterey, to connect with nature and wildlife.

Board a pontoon boat and learn about the area’s ecology on a two-hour guided tour with Elkhorn Slough Safari (8022 Moss Landing Rd. #B, 831/6335555, elkhornslough.com).

Rent a kayak and paddle in the harbor, or hike the trails at Elkhorn Slough

king of the road sang about “trailers for sale or rent,” but if he were writing that old ditty today, “King of the Road” would surely include a chorus about the Bowlus Road Chief. Billed as “the world’s most advanced luxury travel trailer,” the Bowlus Road Chief was engineered by Hawley Bowlus in the 1930s (the same fellow who built the Spirit of St. Louis, flown by Charles Lindbergh), and the design

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inspired a host of aluminum competitors including Airstream, Streamline, Silver Streak, Avion and Spartan. As for the king of them all—the Bowlus—only 80 of these glittering riveted-aluminum capsule-shaped trailers were produced before World War II shut down the camper business.

These beautiful silver machines are being manufactured once again right down the road in Ventura County by recent east coast transplants Geneva Long and her father John.

The reimagined Bowlus Road Chief has the

same sleek lines as the vintage models but with modern amenities like solar panel hook ups, heated floors, central heating, beds that convert from twins to a king, indoor/outdoor showers, Wi-Fi charging stations and a cook’s kitchen. Plus, at 24 ft. long and 2,000 lbs, the Bowlus can legally follow just about any automobile. Each model is custom-built to order: the 2015 Bowlus Road Chief runs about $110,000.

—Leslie Dinaberg

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9587 or visit bowlusroadchief.com.

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(elkhornslough.org). The village streets are lined with shops, galleries and restaurants.

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Rd., 831/633-5550, captainsinn.com). The main building of this B&B was constructed in 1906 and has four rooms; the newer annex out back has six plush rooms overlooking a tidal river channel.

Glamping Time Talk about traveling in style! Each luxurious Bowlus Road Chief travel trailer is built to order and

made from materials like birch, aluminum and brass, with the body joined together by more than 5,000 hand-bucked rivets to form a single, incredibly tough “monocoque” shell.

—Cheryl Crabtree

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Where to Stay: Captain’s Inn (8122 Moss Landing

Salinas Valley Wine Country has more than two dozen wineries, with quaint, white, hand-lettered arrow signs along River Road to point you to the tasting rooms.

Salinas Anothe r notable Montere y Count y

spot is Salinas, known as the salad bowl of the world for its vibrant and large agriculture industry, which has a wealth of artistic and cultural options.

What to Do: Salinas is the birthplace and childhood home of Nobel Prize-winning author John Steinbeck, and National Steinbeck Center (1 Main St., 831/796-3833, steinbeck.org) is a must-see attraction. The multi-sensory complex traces Steinbeck’s life story and legacy, as well as exhibits on working-class people in the region.

Another option is to join a tour at Monterey Zoo at Vision Quest Ranch (400 River Rd., 831/455-1901, visionquestranch.com), home to more than 180 wild and exotic animals.

Where to Eat and Drink: Travel along River Road south of town and taste your way through Salinas Valley wine country, with more than two dozen wineries.

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Where to Stay: Vision Quest Safari B&B

(400 River Rd., 831/455-1901, visionquestranch.com). Also on the property at Vision Quest Ranch, you can spend the night in an authentic safari bungalow, where an elephant delivers your breakfast basket in the morning.

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styled summer An active day in the life of fitness guru and model Nora Tobin.

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written & st yled By Judy Forem an Fa shion Designe r Donna Karan’s philosophy fits our summer active wear motto to a T! “For me it’s about the body, how to accent the positive and delete the negative...How a woman lives is how she should dress. The clothes are never as important as the person.

When she walks into a room, the woman should always be the first thing you see, not her clothes. The empowerment is the most important thing.

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THE MUSIC ACADEMY OF THE WEST PRESENTS THE NEW YORK PHILHARMONIC AT THE SANTA BARBARA BOWL A LANDMARK CONCERT FOR OUR COMMUNITY Tickets $10 7-17s Free The Music Academy of the West will present the nation’s preeminent symphony orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, in concert at the Santa Barbara Bowl on Monday, August 3, at 7 pm.

Music Director Alan Gilbert will lead the New York Philharmonic in an all-American program under the stars, overlooking the ocean, in the orchestra’s first appearance at the Bowl. The program includes Aaron Copland’s epic masterpiece Appalachian Spring, with its inspiring Shaker melody, “’Tis the Gift to be Simple,” and Leonard Bernstein’s beloved West Side Story with soprano Julia Bullock and Music Academy alumnus Ben Bliss (tenor, 2012). We especially welcome the 12 members of the New York Philharmonic who are also Music Academy alumni.

The New York Philharmonic at the Santa Barbara Bowl Alan Gilbert music director and conductor Julia Bullock soprano Ben Bliss tenor Tickets: $10 / 7-17s Free Young people will receive free tickets when they attend with ticketed adults through our 7-17s Free program. Please order 7-17s Free tickets by phone at 805-969-8787 or at the Music Academy Ticket Office exclusively.

7-17s Free tickets are not available online or at the Santa Barbara Bowl.

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The School for Scandal Overture

COPLAND:

Appalachian Spring Suite

ANDERSON:

Fiddle-Faddle

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The Carousel Waltz

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West Side Story Concert Suite

GERSHWIN:

Lullaby

The Music Academy’s partnership with the New York Philharmonic has been made possible through the generosity of Lead Sponsors Linda and Michael Keston. Supporting Sponsors include the Michael J. Connell Foundation, Patricia and Larry Durham, and the National Endowment for the Arts. The New York Philharmonic Concert Sponsor is the John C. Bowen and Shelby C. Bowen Charitable Foundation, presented with special appreciation to the Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation. New York Philharmonic Music Director Alan Gilbert is a 2015 Music Academy Luria Foundation Artist in Residence.

All remaining tickets to the New York Philharmonic concert are $10, thanks to the generosity of Northern Trust, Santa Barbara Foundation, Eve Bernstein, David W. Keller, and the Willfong-Singh family in memory of Alice and Donald Willfong.

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Ongoing Degas to Chagall: Important Loans from The Armand Hammer Foundation Santa Barbara Museum of Art presents a selection of important paintings to complement the museum’s rich holdings in the areas of French Impressionism and Post-Impressionism. | Santa Barbara Museum of Art, 1130 State St. 805/963-4364, sbma.net.

Through Jul. 12 Teen Paranormal Romance Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara hosts the West Coast premiere of Teen Paranormal Romance, a major traveling exhibition organized by Hamza Walker, associate curator for the Renaissance Society in Chicago. The exhibition features 11 artists whose works parallel the repackaging of the “Teen Romance” genre into “Teen Paranormal Romance,” a pop culture phenomenon that is characterized by contemporary surrealism, psychosexual impulse and dystopia. | MCA Santa Barbara, 653 Paseo Nuevo.

805/966-5373, mcasantabarbara.org.

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June 4 Fund for Santa Barbara’s Community Celebration Fund for Santa Barbara invites the Santa Barbara community to enjoy live music, appetizers and a no-host bar, honoring the foundation’s grant recipients. | Lobero Theatre Courtyard, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. 5–7 p.m. 805/962-9164, fundforsantabarbara.org.

6 Zoo Brew Come mingle with furry creatures and friends at Santa Barbara Zoo’s annual Zoo Brew. For ages 21 and over, the popular event features tastings from

30+ breweries, with pub food and merchandise available for sale. | Santa Barbara Zoo, 500 Niños Dr. 3–6 p.m. 805/962-5339, sbzoo.org.

7 Tedeschi Trucks Band Touring across America on their Wheels of Soul tour, blues-rock group Tedeschi Trucks Band comes to Santa Barbara for an unforgettable night. The Grammy-winning 11-member band, which recently released their second album, Made Up Mind, was ranked by Rolling Stone as having one of the top guitarists of all time. The band awes audiences with their combination of Memphis soul and post-war electric blues. | Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St. 5:30 p.m. 805/962-7411, sbbowl.com.

Peter Frampton: Notes for Notes Benefit Concert Join Seymour Duncan for the 5th annual Notes for Notes Benefit Show “An Evening with Peter Frampton,” one of the most celebrated artists and guitarists in rock history. His electrifying fifth solo album, Frampton Comes Alive!, is one of the top-selling live-performance records of all time.

Frampton performs alongside youth artists, and the concert’s proceeds benefit Notes for Notes, a nonprofit organization that designs, equips and staffs after-school recording studios inside Boys & Girls Clubs across the U.S. | Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. 7:30 p.m. 805/963-0761, lobero.com.

7–12 Santa Barbara Writers Conference Every summer since 1972, writers, mentors, agents and editors gather at the week-long Santa Barbara Writers Conference. This intensive event allows writers across various genres to market and network with their peers, participate in more than 20 workshops that focus on story, voice and craft, and attend incredible afternoon panels. Register today to attend this long-time literary conference with keynote speaker Mona Simpson and other world-famous authors. | Hyatt Santa Barbara, 1111 E. Cabrillo Blvd.

805/568-1516, sbwriters.com.

László Moholy-Nagy, K 1, 1922. Oil on canvas. Smith College Museum of Art, Gift of Sibyl Moholy-Nagy. On view at Santa Barbara Museum of Art beginning July 5.

8 Nicky’s Family Best documentary winner at Montréal World Film Festival, Nicky’s Family is a biographical film about Sir Nicholas Winton, who recently celebrated his 105th birthday. The film tells the story about his courageous efforts to rescue 669 children from then Czechoslovakia before the start of World War II by transporting them from Germany to Britain. | Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. 7 p.m.

805/899-2222, granadasb.org.

10 The Muppet Movie Join Kermit the Frog, Fozzie Bear and more of Jim Henson‘s lovable Muppet cast as they try to make it big in Hollywood and escape the clutches of a restaurateur that won’t stop until he has Kermit for himself. | Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. 6 p.m. 805/899-2222, granadasb.org.

10–14 Ojai Music Festival Experience an international array of music at this year’s 69th annual festival as director Steven Schick

focuses on music from the 20th and 21st centuries. The festival features music by 49 composers, including the West Coast premieres of John Luther Adams’ “Sila: The Breath of the World” and Beyond the Score’s “A Pierre Dream: A Portrait of Pierre Boulez,” honoring his 90th birthday. | Various locations throughout Ojai.

805/646-2094, ojaifestival.org.

11 King Sunny Ade and His African Beats Lobero LIVE presents King Sunny Ade and His African Beats. Also known as the “King of Juju Music,” King Sunny Ade is one of the most influential world musicians of all time, famous for his dance-inspiring hybrid of western pop and traditional African music. | Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. 8 p.m. 805/963-0761, lobero.com.

11–12 My Fair Lady Adapted from George Bernard Shaw’s play and Gabriel Pascal’s motion picture Pygmalion, My Fair Lady tells the story of Professor Henry Higgins, who makes a bet that he can make flower k

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12 An Evening with Al Jarreau Jazz at the Lobero presents a special night with music legend Al Jarreau, the only vocalist in history to win Grammy awards in three different categories: pop, jazz and R&B. Jarreau has won seven Grammys, various international music awards and popular accolades worldwide.

His unique vocal style and innovative musical expressions make him an exciting must-see performer. | Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. 8 p.m. 805/963-0761, lobero.com.

13 Los Olivos Art in the Park Mark your calendars to visit Los Olivos during an “Art in the Park” weekend! Fine art and artisans offer beautiful handmade objects d’art.

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14 Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two-Woman Show Beloved TV comedienne Vicki Lawrence brings her brilliant act of stand-up real-life observations and music to Granada Theatre. Previously enjoying success as part of The Carol Burnett Show and Mama’s Family, Lawrence is beloved by fans around the world. | Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. 8 p.m. 805/899-2222, granadasb.org.

16 Takács Quartet Recital One of the world’s greatest string ensembles, Takács Quartet returns to Hahn Hall this summer for another beloved performance as part of the String Quartet Seminar. The weeklong seminar allows masters to teach their fellows about Haydn, Beethoven and Carter Pann through their own humor, warmth and drama. | Music Academy of the West, 1070 Fairway Rd. 8 p.m. 805/969-8787, musicacademy.org.

18, Jul. 16, Aug. 20 Sunset Sips Enjoy local wine, hors d’oeuvres and stunning views on Santa Barbara Zoo’s scenic hilltop. For ages 21 and over, guests also enjoy special animal encounters, train rides, giraffe feedings and much more at this new evening event. Sunset Sips takes place this summer on the third Thursdays of June, July and August. | Santa Barbara Zoo, 500 Niños Dr. 5:30–8 p.m. 805/962-5339, sbzoo.org.

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20 An Intimate Evening With Art Garfunkel Lobero LIVE presents a special night with folk-pop icon Art Garfunkel, who is best known as the lead vocalist in Simon and Garfunkel and for a string

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Doolittle’s transformation from low to high society showcases the prejudices and gender division in society at the time. Don’t miss this classic musical, great for the whole family. | Solvang

Summer Solstice Celebration Celebrate the longest day of the year with thousands of other locals and visitors, complete with live music, performances, craft and food vendors, kids’ activities and a Santa Barbara favorite tradition: the vibrant parade, themed “Sci Fi” this year.

The parade starts at high noon on Saturday, as creative floats, fascinating costumes and brilliant masks journey from Cota St. up State St. to Micheltorena, all the while transforming downtown Santa Barbara into a stunning splash of color, music and dance. The festival at Alameda Park (1400 Santa Barbara St.) starts Friday night and continues through the weekend, featuring live music; delicious foods and beverages from local restaurants, caterers and nonprofit groups; an arts and crafts boutique with more than 75 artisans and craftsmen; a large “drum circle” formed by parade participants and anyone who cares to join in the beat; and a special children’s area with storytellers, musicians, drama and mimes. | Various locations, 805/965-

of solo hits. The legendary performer will share an intimate evening of his music, poetry and stories. | Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. 8 p.m.

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20–21 Father’s Day Campout Hosted by Land Trust for Santa Barbara County, Arroyo Hondo’s Father’s Day Family Campout is an eagerly anticipated annual event for the whole family. Pitch your tent in the Hollister Family meadow, hike and work up a hearty BBQ appetite, tap your toes to live music from Arroyo Boyz and then gather around the campfire for star gazing and S’mores.

Attendees can also enjoy happy-hour drinks and snacks, meals, optional kids activities, morning yoga and a guided walk. | Arroyo Hondo Preserve,

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Celebrate the start of Summer at the 2015 Solstice Parade June 20 at Noon, up State Street from Cota Street.

Gaviota. 805/966-4520, sblandtrust.org.

21 Giraffe Awareness Day Fun for the whole family! Visit Santa Barbara Zoo on World Giraffe Day in honor of their herd of Masai giraffes. Special activities are available to zoo visitors at this fun and informal celebration. | Santa Barbara Zoo, 500 Niños Dr. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. 805/962-5339, sbzoo.org.

23–Aug. 4 Festival Artist Series Lobero Theatre and Music Academy of the West offer seven outstanding chamber ensemble concerts in this concert series, formally known as Tuesdays @ 8, featuring Academy fellows, faculty and guest artists. Series highlights include works by Mozart, Bach and much more. The series ends with a special performance from New York Philharmonic that is not to be missed! | Lobero Theatre, 33 E.

festivals Nothing beats the Fourth of July extravaganza – block after block of flags, food, fun and parade.

Fireworks at the Waterfront begin at 9:00 pm.

food & Feel the flash and color of early Santa Barbara during Old Spanish Days Fiesta, August 5-9 and revel in the nineteenth century spirit of the Rancho Period.

Canon Perdido St. Tuesdays, 8 p.m. 805/963-0761, lobero.com.

24 Ghostbusters Ghostbusters—featuring Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis and Sigourney Weaver—was nominated for two Academy Awards. In this comedic classic, three hilarious scientists decide to start a business investigating strange activities in their neighborhood of New York City and capturing ghosts, spirits and other paranormal entities. | Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. 6 p.m. 805/8992222, granadasb.org.

25 Anthony Dean Griffey Part of Music Academy of the West’s Mosher guest artist recitals, American tenor Anthony Dean Griffey has performed on opera, concert and recital stages worldwide. His most recent work is with Atlanta Symphony at Carnegie Hall. Griffey, who has worked with such renowned artists as Seiji k

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Poetry is Always in Season

Ozawa and André Previn, is accompanied by John Churchwell on piano in this special concert at Hahn Hall. | Music Academy of the West, 1070 Fairway Rd. 8 p.m. 805/969-8787, musicacademy.org.

Santa Barbara’s new Poet Laureate, Sojourner Kincaid Rolle’s poem “An Oasis on Paradise Road,” celebrates the legacy of poet William Stafford, who spent two years as a conscientious objector during World War II at the Los Prietos Civilian Public Service Camp (on Paradise Road in Santa Barbara County) from 1942–1944. Like much of Rolle’s work, the poem effectively combines careful observation of the physical world with more philosophical concerns.

—David Starkey, contributing editor, poetry

An Oasis on Paradise Road for William Stafford

by Sojourner Kincaid Rolle

At the place where poets gather...

Deep in that hewn-out mountain.

Seven miles down off the 154.

Fire has rendered the landscape a panorama of blackened trunks with leaf-bare limbs.

And further along, at Cachuma, deer graze in the dry lake bed.

It was on the evening news. Signs of drought make the forest no less beautiful.

Along the perimeter, clutches of trees like sentry holding fort over the ashen hills.

This place now a mourning place—now a place of rebirth.

To everything its time and season.

What emerges embryonic will grow toward the sunlight.

Trees will arch again.

Only when we are silent can we hear the tinkle of birds and imagine the rush of water.

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July 3 Jeremy Denk Pianist Jeremy Denk, as part of Music Academy of the West’s Festival Orchestra, performs a special all-Mozart program. Denk is one of America’s most awe-inspiring, multi-faceted artists who has won such prestigious awards as the 2013 MacArthur Genius Fellowship, the 2014 Avery Fisher Prize and Musical America’s 2014 Instrumentalist of the Year award. | Lobero Theatre, 33 E.

Malala Yousafzai Malala Yousafzai, “the bravest girl in the world” (CNN), makes a rare appearance in Santa Barbara. The youngest Nobel Prize Laureate, Yousafzai advocates for peace and for the rights of children to be educated. Don’t miss a chance to spend a special afternoon with this extraordinary young woman. | Arlington Theatre, 1317 State St. 3

Canon Perdido St. 8 p.m. 805/9698787, musicacademy.org.

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Santa Barbara Wine Festival Swirl, sip and savor wines from more than 50 premier Central Coast wineries, complemented by savory and sweet edibles along the beautiful banks of Mission Creek at Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History.

Enjoy the refreshing ambiance of nature while sampling, all while helping to raise funds for the museum’s exhibits and science education programs. | Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del Sol. 2–5 p.m. 805/682-4711 ext. 116, sbnature.org/winefestival.

Ravel’s Boléro Conductor Larry Rachleff leads a ravishing program featuring Berlioz’s lively “Overture to Beatrice and Benedict,” Ravel’s “Boléro” and Rachmaninoff’s “Symphonic Dances.” | Music Academy of the West, 1070 Fairway Rd. 8 p.m. 805/969-8787, musicacademy.org.

28 Casa del Herrero’s 90th Anniversary Enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres and cocktails in honor of Casa del Herrero’s 90th anniversary at the “90 Years and Counting…” birthday celebration. The National Historic Landmark hosts a special garden party where guests can explore Casa del Herrero’s beautiful estate and gardens. | Casa del Herrero, 1387 E. Valley Rd. 4–7 p.m. 805/565-5653, casadelherrero.com.

Fourth of July Parade Find unity and community in all things patriotic at the 53rd annual Fourth of July Parade. Parade begins at Micheltorena and State streets, concluding at Cota St. | 1 p.m.

805/284-5245, spiritof76sb.org/ july-4-parade.

Fourth of July Fireworks After the parade, bring a picnic blanket and set up for a fun day at the beach. Finish the holiday with a night under the stars and dazzling fireworks displays, hosted by the City of Santa Barbara. | At end of State St. at West Beach, 9 p.m. santabarbaraca.gov/ gov/depts/waterfront/events/july4.asp.

5–September 27 The Paintings of Moholy-Nagy: the Shape of Things to Come One of the most influential members of the Bauhaus, László Moholy-Nagy’s artwork is featured in an exciting comprehensive presentation, the first exhibition of the artist since the 1968–69 retrospective at Santa Barbara Museum of Art. The exhibit explores the relationship between art and technology and includes various mediums: paintings, works on paper, photographs, video projections and a facsimile replica of Moholy’s prescient Light Prop, one of the first kinetic sculptures of its kind. Curated by art historian Joyce Tsai, the exhibit also features artwork, inspired by Moholy, by local designer Alex Rasmussen. | Santa Barbara Museum of Art, 1130 State St. 805/963-4364, sbma.net.

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6, 8 OperaFest Discover Music Academy Voice Program fellows as they perform entire opera scenes including “Flower Duet” from Delibes’ Lakmé, the “Rosebud” aria, a duet from Donzetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor, several ensembles from Mozart’s Così fan tutte, and more during this intimate concert at Hahn Hall. | Music Academy of the West, 1070 Fairway Rd. 7:30 p.m.

805/969-8787, musicacademy.org.

6 The African Queen Nominated for four Academy Awards, The African Queen, starring silver screen legends Humphrey Bogart and Katharine Hepburn, tells the tale of Rose Sayer (Hepburn), who enlists the help of steamboat owner Charlie Allnut (Bogart) to escape the Congo in the midst of World War I and avenge her brother’s death by the Germans. | Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. 7 p.m. 805/899-2222, granadasb.org.

7 The Postman Always Rings Twice A drama-film noir that was shot in Santa Barbara, The Postman Always Rings Twice has impressed audiences since its release in 1946. In this classic featuring Lana Turner and John Garfield, handyman Frank Chambers and Cora Smith plot to murder her husband and have to deal with the consequences. | Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. 805/899-2222, granadasb.org.

Aerosmith As part of the band’s Blue Army Tour, Santa Barbara Bowl hosts Aerosmith for a once-in-alifetime concert. Band members Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Joey Kramer, Tom Hamilton and Brad Whitford have won countless awards, including four Grammys, eight American Music Awards, six Billboard Awards and more. The American music legends have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and, recently, the Songwriter Hall of Fame. | Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St. 6:30 p.m. 805/962-7411, sbbowl.com.

8 E.T. Director Steven Spielberg‘s masterpiece E.T. is a heartwarming film about the adventures of a lost alien who befriends 10-year-old Elliot (Henry Thomas) and his siblings Michael (Robert MacNaughton) and Gertie (Drew Barrymore) as he tries to find his way back home and escape the relentless task force trying to track down Earth’s first extraterrestrial visitor. | Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. 6 p.m. 805/899-2222, granadasb.org.

“View Down the Coast” 16 x 36 Oil John Comer

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JACK WILKINSON SMITH (1873-1949) albums—Gray’s Mutineers, Mountains Of Sorrow and Lee’s Rivers Of Song—and perform in concert together. | Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St. 6 p.m. 805/962-7411, sbbowl.com.

9 Alban Gerhardt Alban Gerhardt, one of the world’s finest cellists, has worked with orchestras and conductors worldwide and served as the Artist in Residence for three seasons with Oregon Symphony. Natasha Kislenko accompanies him on piano in concert at Hahn Hall. | Music Academy of the West, 1070 Fairway Rd. 8 p.m. 805/969-8787, musicacademy.org.

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Grand Slope, High Sierras, oil on canvas, c. 20” x 24”

27 East De La Guerra Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 805 637 8632 www.jamesmainfineart.com

4th Annual Santa Ynez Valley Polo Classic Guests enjoy a fast-paced polo match featuring several of the highest-rated players in the world, in addition to local Santa Ynez Valley polo celebrities, with comfortable tented seating, a champagne reception and a delicious three-course gourmet luncheon, as well as an opportunity to win fabulous prizes. Proceeds benefit People Helping People. | Circle JB Polo Ranch, 560 McMurray Rd., Buellton.

805/686-0295, syvphp.org/events/poloclassic.

Osmo Vänskä Guest conductor Osmo Vänskä, known for his compelling repertoire for all ages, has been the music director of Minnesota Orchestra for more than a decade and worked with many leading orchestras. | Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. 8 p.m.

805/969-8787, musicacademy.org.

15 Leon Fleisher & Katherine Jacobson Legendary pianist Leon Fleisher has worked as a conductor, soloist, recitalist, mentor and more.

At age 86, Fleisher continues to share his music worldwide and performs alongside Katherine Jacobson at Hahn Hall, featuring the music of Bach and 20th-century composers. | Music Academy of the West, 1070 Fairway Rd. 8 p.m. 805/969-8787, musicacademy.org.

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THROUGH JUNE 28, 2015 Dorr Bothwell | Marge Dunlap | Lyla Harcoff | Nell Brooker Mayhew | Angela Perko | Edna Reindel Elise Seeds | Henrietta Shore | Patssi Valdez | Grace Vollmer | Dorothy Winslade | Beatrice Wood

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California Wine Festival Celebrate the festival with hundreds of California’s finest vintages, some entirely new alongside older favorites. Soak up your intake with gourmet appetizers while relishing the live music and ocean view—the best scenery for wining. | Various Santa Barbara locations and times. californiawinefestival.com.

17–19 Bacon and Barrels What goes better than bacon and wine, bourbon and beer? Dare we say, nothing! Bacon and Barrels is back! Enjoy some of the most delectable bacon dishes from the Central Coast’s best, while k

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Jove Wang Harbor Patrol, Oil on Canvas, 18” x 18” Overview: Born in China, Jove Wang apprenticed with the master painter Gang Gu at the young age of seven, while subsequently studying at Jilin School of Art, Zhejiang Academy of Fine Arts and Tokyo Academy of Fine Arts. He immigrated to the U.S. in 1990, where he was soon met with success, beginning a career that has garnered him national recognition from prestigious organizations including California Art Club’s Gold Medal Juried Exhibition, National Juried Exhibition of Oil Painters of America and the Viewpoint

2000 Cincinnati Art Club Exhibition. Wang’s commissioned portraits include Cardinal Roger Mahony and former California Governor Pete Wilson. More recently, he turned his focus to painting scenes of indigenous cultures of China.

Gallery: Waterhouse Gallery 1114 State St., Ste. 9, Santa Barbara 805/962-8885, waterhousegallery.com sbada member

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mixologists, bacon food trucks, live music, local vendors and a piggy petting zoo make this a day you’ll never forget. | Buttonwood Farm & Winery, 1500 Alamo Pintado Rd., Solvang. baconandbarrels.com.

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Theater, 420 2nd St., Solvang.

805/922-8313, pcpa.org.

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1070 Fairway Rd. 8 p.m. 805/9698787, musicacademy.org.

Courtney Lewis Guest conductor Courtney Lewis, known as one of the greatest conductors of his generation, serves as assistant conductor of New York Philharmonic and was also appointed as music director of Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra. His musicality and artistry have impressed audiences for years. | Granada Theatre,

Benjamin Chambers Brown (1865-1942) Evening Light, Santiago Canyon, Oil on Canvas, 20” x 16” Overview: Born in Arkansas, Benjamin Chambers Brown studied at the St. Louis School of Fine Arts. In 1890, Brown traveled to Paris, spending a year studying at the Académie Julian. When he returned to America, he eventually settled in Pasadena in 1896, where he remained until his death. He was active with many developing art societies, founding Printmakers of Los Angeles, later known as California Society of Printmakers, with his brother Howell. Brown’s exhibitions included the Seattle Exhibition of 1909 and the Panama-Pacific Exposition of 1915. He was famous for his light-filled impressionist California landscapes and was a member of the California Art Club and the Pasadena Society of Artists.

1214 State St. 8 p.m. 805/969-8787, musicacademy.org.

18–19 French Festival Is that crêpes I smell? The 27th annual French Festival in Oak Park is back with delicious Parisian delicacies, beaucoup du breads and pastries, an array of other French cuisine, live performances, international jazz, classical French music and much more. | Oak Park, 300 W. Alamar Ave. 11 a.m.–7 p.m. 805/9638198, frenchfestival.com.

19 Count Basie Orchestra One of the most iconic names in jazz, Count Basie Orchestra remains an American legend, Nearly 30 years after the great bandleader’s passing, the group still performs sold-out concerts all over the world. | Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. 4

Gallery: Stewart Fine Art 215 W. Mission St., Santa Barbara 805/845-0255, kevinstewartfineart.com

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The Jack Quartet The Jack Quartet comes to Hahn Hall this summer as part of its Mosher Guest Artist recitals. Violinists Christopher Otto and Ari Streisfeld, violist John Pickford Richards and cellist Kevin McFarland make up this brilliant string quartet, which has performed in such concert halls worldwide as Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, the Kölner Philharmonic and more. | Music Academy of the West,

Man of La Mancha This classical musical, coming to Solvang Festival Theater, shares the transformation of Don Quixote. Man of la Mancha inspires audiences to shoot for the impossible, prevail against dark forces and celebrate the human spirit. | Solvang Festival

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Edward Lawrence and his adventures in the Arabian desert as a young intelligence officer in the midst of the Arab revolt during World War I. | Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. 7

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22 Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe Enter into Narnia this summer as Granada Theatre screens The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Join Lucy, Peter, Edmund and Susan as they escape World War II and are transported into Narnia to help Aslan save the magical land, filled with talking animals and ruled by the evil White Witch. | Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. 6 p.m. 805/899-2222, granadasb.org.

Willie Nelson & Family and Alison Krauss & Union Station Grammy award-winning artists Willie Nelson & Family and Alison Krauss & Union Station, featuring Jerry Douglas, tour together this summer, the second time they have shared a stage. The music legends’ unique personalities and years of experience are sure to create a fantastic, unforgettable experience not to be missed. | Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St. 7 p.m. 805/962-7411, sbbowl.com.

24 Jim Gaffigan Grammy-nominated comedian Jim Gaffigan comes to Santa Barbara Bowl as part of his Contagious Tour.

The New York Times best-selling author and father of five soon serves as executive producer and star of The Jim Gaffigan Show, premiering this July. | Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St. 7 p.m. 805/962-7411, sbbowl.com.

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Nicholas McGegan One of the finest Baroque and Classical specialists of our generation, Nicholas McGegan conducts selections from Handel’s “Orlando.” McGegan has been music director of Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra for 29 years and serves as principal guest conductor of Pasadena Symphony. | Lobero

Celebracion de los Dignatarios It’s Fiesta’s wildest party! Presented by Old Spanish Days and Santa Barbara Zoo, Celebración de los Dignatarios honors Santa Barbara’s elected officials and allows more than 1,400 guests to enjoy local beers, wines and tequilas paired wonderfully with tempting treats from over 20 local restaurants and an unforgettable sunset at the zoo’s stunning gardens. | Santa Barbara Zoo,

Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. 8 p.m.

805/969-8787, musicacademy.org.

August 1–2 42nd Annual Greek Festival Baklava, gyros and moussaka galore!

This delicious annual event showcases the best bounty from Greece, including the sights, sounds and tastes of the Mediterranean land. The notes of the bouzouki, coupled with the alluring performers dancing throughout the park, bring you right into Greek culture. | Oak Park, 300 W. Alamar Ave. 11 a.m.–7 p.m. 805/683-4492, santabarbaragreekfestival.com.

3 New York Philharmonic Music Academy of the West presents New York Philharmonic in a special concert led by music director Alan Gilbert. The concert includes allAmerican selections like Leonard Bernstein’s beloved West Side Story and Aaron Copland’s epic masterpiece Appalachian Spring, with special $10 Community Access ticket prices. | Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St. 7 p.m. 805/962-7411, sbbowl.com.

5–9 Old Spanish Days Fiesta A celebration of Santa Barbara’s unique history and culture, this 91st annual Fiesta brings locals and out-of-towners alike to the streets of Santa Barbara for Spanish- and Mexican-American foods, vibrant performances, a rodeo, El Desfile De Los Niños (children’s parade) and El Desfile Histórico (historical parade)—plus a whole lot of confetti eggs. | Various locations throughout Santa Barbara. 805/962-8101, oldspanishdays-fiesta.org.

500 Niños Dr. 5–10 p.m. 805/962-5339, oldspanishdays-fiesta.org.

Aretha Franklin The Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, performs in concert this summer. The musical and cultural icon has performed for more than six decades and recently released Aretha Franklin Sings The Great Diva Classics. The legend has won 18 Grammy Awards and the Presidential Medal Of Freedom, plus she was #1 on Rolling Stone’s list of “The Greatest Singers Of All Time.” | Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St. 7 p.m., 805/962-7411, sbbowl.com.

7 Juanes Nederlander presents the U.S. stretch of the Loco De Amor Tour with Latinrock musician Juanes. Winner of two Grammys and 20 Latin Grammys, he is critically praised for his astounding performances. | Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St. 7 p.m. 805/9627411, sbbowl.com.

9 Oklahoma!

Granada Theatre presents Oklahoma!, a timeless classic that follows the story of two young cowboys and the women they love.

Don’t miss this Rogers & Hammerstein masterpiece. | Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. 805/8992222, granadasb.org.

11 The Maltese Falcon The Maltese Falcon is a classic film noir that tells the story of Sam Spade, a private investigator whose partner dies while on a job. Spade’s life gets even more complicated when his client is not what she seems and he becomes entangled with the rare Maltese Falcon. | Granada Theatre,

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Lyla Marshall Harcoff (1883-1956) Bathing Girl, 1930s, Oil on Linen, 21.25” x 17” Overview: Born in Indiana, Lyla Marshall Harcoff had artistic interests from an early age. She graduated from Purdue University, as one of eight women in a class of 218. She continued her studies at the Art Institute of Chicago and later made three trips to Paris, studying a full year at the Académie Moderne. Most influenced by Henri Matisse, Paul Cézanne and Karl Hoffer, Harcoff painted murals for the Santa Ynez High School under the direction of the Works Progress Administration (W.P.A).

Moving to Santa Barbara from the Midwest in 1927, she lived in a house designed by architect Lutah Maria Riggs, and she sold her work in her studio in El Paseo.

Gallery: Sullivan Goss—An American Gallery 11 E. Anapamu St., Santa Barbara 805/730-1460, sullivangoss.com sbada member

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Jackson Browne Legendary musician Jackson Browne returns to Santa Barbara as part of his U.S. Summer Tour. He recently released his new album, Standing in the Breach, a collection of personal songs about love, hope and overcoming uncertainties. | Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St. 7 p.m. 805/962-7411, sbbowl.com.

12 Surf’s Up Surf’s Up follows the story of upand-comer surfer Cody Maverick, who is determined to prove all other penguins wrong and win the Penguin World Surfing Championship. | Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. 6 p.m. 805/899-2222, granadasb.org.

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Dewitt Parshall (1864-1956) Cypress, Point Lobos, 1920 Oil on Canvas to Board, 36” x 40” Overview: Born in Buffalo, New York, Dewitt Parshall graduated from Hobart College in 1885. After studying at DeVeaux School in Niagra Falls, he traveled to Dresden, Germany and attended the Royal Academy. Living in Paris from 1882-1886, Parshall studied with Alexander Harrison at the Cormon and Julian Académies. When he returned to New York City, he became a member of the National Academy and the Society of Western Painters, and he set up a studio expressing great interest in western landscape painting. In 1917, Parshall moved to Santa Barbara where he stayed for the remainder of his life.

A member of the National Academy, International Society Art League, California Art Club, Santa Barbara Art Association, Los Angeles Biltmore Salon, PPIE and Montecito Country Club, Parshall’s works are held in major museums including the Toledo Museum, Detroit Institute of Arts, LACMA, Seattle Art Museum and the Santa Barbara Museum of Art, among others.

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Slightly Stoopid Slightly Stoopid teams with friends Dirty Heads and Stick Figure for the Everything is Awesome Tour, which visits more than 40 cities this summer. | Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St. 5:30 p.m. 805/962-7411, sbbowl.com.

21–Sept. 13 Peter and the Starcatcher Based on the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson, Peter and the Starcatcher is the prequel to the beloved classic Peter Pan and shows how a young orphan became the “boy who wouldn’t grow up.” | Solvang Festival Theater, 420 2nd St., Solvang.

805/922-8313, pcpa.org.

24 RoboCop Robocop is coming to Santa Barbara!

The film is set in Detroit where Omni Consumer Products has privatized the police force. In order to test their latest products, they set up officer Alex Murphy and turn him into a cyborg. What they didn’t expect was for him to turn against his creators. | Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. 7 p.m. 805/899-2222, granadasb.org.

25 The Asphalt Jungle A film noir classic, The Asphalt Jungle follows Dix Handley after his release from prison as he concocts a plan to steal $1 million in precious jewels with

a team. Things don’t go as planned after one of the men dies and greed begins to take over. | Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. 805/899-2222, granadasb.org.

Joe Bonamassa Celebrate the blues with the master himself, Joe Bonamassa, as he pays tribute to the Three Kings of Blues: Albert, B.B. and Freddie. The Three Kings Tour features songs from the best of blues rock and is unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. | Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St. 7:30 p.m. 805/962-7411, sbbowl.com.

26 Despicable Me Criminal mastermind Gru (Steve Carell) has a very ambitious goal: to become the greatest super villain and, with the help of his minions, steal the moon. He adopts three girls named Margo, Edith and Agnes as a cover for his despicable plan and soon realizes that being a father to three daughters might be even harder than he thought. Despicable Me is great fun for the whole family. | Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. 6 p.m. 805/899-2222, granadasb.org.

29–30 Carpinteria Sea Glass Festival Join the city of Carpinteria for its first annual Sea Glass Festival, in partnership with Carpinteria Arts Center.

Attendees of this two-day event can enjoy music, food, fun and sea glass vendors and artists. | Austin’s Hardware Store, 700 Linden Ave., Carpinteria. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. carpinteriaseaglassfestival.com.

30 Diana Krall and Gregory Porter Nederlander presents five-time Grammy-winner Diana Krall with special guest and fellow Grammywinner Gregory Porter as part of Krall’s Wallflower World Tour. The pianist and singer is the only jazz artist whose eight albums debuted at the top of the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. | Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N. Milpas St. 7 p.m. 805/962-7411, sbbowl.com.

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Peter Howorth Marine Mammal’s Best Friend asks Peter Howorth, gesturing toward a white utility truck labeled “Marine Mammal Rescue.” Howorth is the founder and director of Santa Barbara Marine Mammal Center. He has just received a call about distressed sea lions at East Beach.

Lurching across the sand on special wide tires, we approach a beach walker watching over a scrawny pup with huge innocent eyes. Howorth speaks softly to both, motioning the woman to move farther away while he deftly nets the pup.

He drags it along the surf to the truck and lowers an automatic lift with a large animal crate. Too weak to protest, it willingly exchanges the net for the crate, and we have our first rescue.

A fisherman has scared the other starving pup back into the ocean. “It’s death by 1,000 cuts,” Howorth laments.

“Every time they’re chased back, it burns precious calories.”

We wait until the pup re-emerges. In a few minutes, the tired animal returns to shore. On secluded island beaches and buoys, it’s common for sea lions to warm themselves, but only unhealthy animals will haul out on a public beach. Howorth wades into the surf to net #2, loading it into the same carrier.

“Won’t they fight?” I wonder. Howorth says they’re too weakened from hunger.

He judges that they’re females: “Immature males look like adolescent boys, with their feet that seem too big for their bodies,” he chuckles.

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these pups are likely about eight months old, but pathetically small. “These guys are probably 25–30 pounds,” he says.

“Some newborns weigh more than that.”

Howorth assesses the pups’ health.

Stage one stranded pups haven’t eaten in two or three weeks. Their scrawniness shows they’ve used up their fat stores.

Stage two pups have burned through their blubber; they’re like ocean swimmers without wetsuits. In stage three, starving pups are metabolizing their muscle. “We’re seeing late stage two to middle stage three pups now,” he says.

This time of year, Howorth and volunteers are busy with rescues year-round, “from first light to twilight.” Strandlings

have greatly increased in the past several years. The chief factors may be prey abundance and increased maternal foraging times, thus less nursing time.

Howorth began diving in 1954, mesmerized by underwater life. After high school, he started catching live marine mammals for marine parks. It was a grand adventure for a while, until he no longer enjoyed consigning them to captivity. That’s when he started the nonprofit, “to save stranded marine mammals.”

By the time he shifts the pups into temporary quarters, two more calls have come in. We drive to the Bacara, where Howorth unlocks a chain-link gate across a dirt road.

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Man on a mission, with a net Peter Howorth leads Santa Barbara Marine Mammal Center on its quest to rescue distressed sea lions (left) and other citizens of the ocean.

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Again, the pup submits compliantly to capture. Howorth tells me that 80 to 90% are returned to the wild, the center has the highest success rate of returning any marine mammal to its home. “The young critters are always hard to release,” Howorth admits. “It’s like sending your kid off to school for the first time.”

This rescue is followed by a call to Arroyo Burro Beach, where an off-leash dog apparently attacked a sea lion pup. The woman who called flags us down. She says the pit bull chased the sea lion back into the water, but now both are gone.

Howorth logs the incident. An ardent dog lover, he is frustrated by unleashed pets on the beach. “Call us, guard the marine mammal, but don’t be confrontational,” he counsels. Likely the pup will show up elsewhere tomorrow, even weaker.

Howorth is philosophical about his work. He is proud to contribute to science and to public health, by removing possibly diseased animals. More importantly, he has saved thousands of marine mammals, both common and endangered. He has also made a difference in hundreds of human lives.

Many of his volunteers have moved on to careers in veterinary medicine, elite Navy programs, Costeau’s Ocean Futures Society and wildlife management. Santa Barbara Marine Mammal Center has trained scientists, government officials and rehabilitators throughout the U.S., Mexico, the Galapagos and Japan using his techniques.

“It’s a privilege to be around animals and people who care,” says Howorth. “My philosophy is to think and act globally, because I consider marine mammals international citizens.”­ He glances down at his phone. Another international citizen needs rescuing. 

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where earth day is every day Bren School of Environmental Science & Management Solving the pl anet’s ever-increasing salvo of environmental issues is such a challenge that Bren School of Environmental Science & Management believes that it requires a multidisciplinary approach. So the UCSB-based academic and research institute has taken it upon itself to lead by example—on various fronts.

Established in 1991, Bren School is one of only several schools in the United States to employ an interdisciplinary approach to environmental problem-solving by integrating fields as diverse as science, management, law, economics and policy-making.

The Bren School was developed to be a place for collaborative research, teaching and training of future environmental leaders. It also created a setting where its graduate students could be guided by the very best minds in their respective fields.

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ments at the Bren School but sometimes also hold partial appointments at many different schools and departments,” explains James Badham, media liaison. “The benefit of having all that expertise under one roof is that it gives the school the ability to look at any given problem from a number of different angles.”

Approximately 220 students are currently enrolled in the school’s academic program, which includes a masters and PhD in Environmental Science and Management.

The school takes a hands-on approach to environmental science, requiring every masters student to participate in either a group project or an eco-entrepreneurship project. Group project participants spend nine months collaborating to solve an actual environmental problem faced by a real-world client, while the Eco-E project

teams work for a year to develop a business model to bring a new environmentally oriented and commercially viable product or service to market.

“Environmental problems are realworld problems,” says Badham during a recent tour of the school. “We have clients for the group projects, so they have to be real-world solutions.” That mindset is also exemplified in the Bren School facility, whose areas of research and expertise are as broad and varied as the problems they seek to solve.

With 21 permanent faculty members, the areas of research range from environmental policy, politics and economics to biodiversity, industrial ecology, pollution prevention, resource management and conservation planning.

Sarah Anderson is an associate professor and environmental politics specialist who has been at Bren School since 2007. Currently collaborating on a project titled Land Management Strategies for Confronting Risks and Consequences of Wildfires, she says the school’s think-tank approach furthers the scope and quality of her research.

“It provides a richer story,” Anderson says. “But it also lets us understand the bigger environmental picture. I’m working with hydrologist Naomi Taque, so not only am I looking at reducing the risks of and stopping wildfires, but we’re also looking at the consequences that will have for water supplies, which is something we obviously care a lot about here in this area.”

The school operates from Bren Hall, a state-of-the-art building situated on the southeast side of the UCSB campus, atop a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Completed in 2002, the facility set a new standard for environmentally friendly construction and design.

The building’s design earned the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) platinum rating for being the greenest laboratory building in the United States. In 2009, Bren Hall became the first building in the nation to earn two LEED platinum certifications when it also received platinum rating for operation and maintenance.

Considered a living laboratory, the building is a model for sustainable construction,

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recycled and non-toxic materials, and energy and water conservation. The Edison International Visitors Center, which serves as an information hub for sustainability, examines topics such as energy, water, transportation, climate change and lifecycle assessment.

There are sustainability touch tanks, where visitors can examine materials made from recycled and renewable resources, and real-time data collection monitoring the building’s efficiency through its water and energy use and energy production from the solar array located on its roof.

“One of the most important aspects of the building is that it has inspired others to build and operate buildings in a sustainable way,” Badham says. “A lot of the cutting-edge systems in the building have now become common practice, and that’s precisely the impact we want the school to have.” Indeed, after the Bren School, 83 buildings at UCSB were LEED certified.  —Brett Leigh Dicks

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Working in conjunction with Santa Barbara Unified School District to implement its technology plan, Santa Barbara Education Foundation secured funding for classrooms to be equipped with advanced technological teaching tools.

specialized instruction and support for parents (starting with pre-kindergarten); focus on violence prevention from dating situations to gang activities; teach entrepreneurial skills to high school students; and more.

Yahyavi, who spends much of her time raising the funds to keep these programs going, realizes the impact her work has on the individuals served. “It’s really exciting seeing programs get funded. I get really inspired when I see students whose paths have been changed by opportunities they wouldn’t have had otherwise.”

School may be out in summer, but thanks to the foundation, plenty of students are still in class. The foundation takes seriously studies that show how effective strong summer school programs can be in helping students reverse learning losses over the summer, making learning gains and supporting low-performing students.

This is the third year the foundation has offered a comprehensive summer school program of for-credit classes that benefit students in many ways. Enrolling in rigorous summer courses allows students to fulfill requirements, enabling them to free

their schedules for other classes, and also helps students focus in a way that might not be possible during the school year when they’re juggling a full schedule.

Thanks to generous donors, the summer school program offers financial assistance for low-income students who would not otherwise be able to attend; approximately 42% of those who enrolled last summer received financial aid.

Santa Barbara Education Foundation’s annual event—Honoring Outstanding Public Education, the HOPE Awards—is appropriate, since it offers so much hope and opportunity to students and their families.

Yahyavi says, “I’m really grateful so many individuals and family foundations understand the need to fund K-12 programs.

It’s my job to increase awareness—and be thankful for those who do!” 

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C ec i Garc ia bounds up the stairs and enters the office of Santa Barbara Education Foundation, paperwork in hand. She smiles broadly as she presents it to executive director, Margie Yahyavi. Garcia is the first parent to sign up her child for the third annual Get Ahead Summer School program run by the foundation. Her daughter Priscilla Rubio—an eighth grader who aspires to become a pilot—completed two courses in Latin last summer and is taking the advanced courses for six weeks this summer. “She keeps asking me, ‘Can I do summer school again?’” says Garcia. “She’s so excited, she is jumping up and down!”

That’s the kind of enthusiasm about education that Santa Barbara Education Foundation sparks throughout the community. Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, the foundation supports Santa Barbara Unified School District’s K-12 education in myriad ways.

“Early childhood education is so important,” says Yahyavi. “For every dollar spent in K-12, you get much more back. We keep raising awareness in the community about the importance of investing in K-12, and people are realizing that we have to invest in those early years.”

The many school-based communityenhancing programs the foundation supports address an array of critical K-12 issues, which are not otherwise funded at levels that provide maximum impact. They provide funds for music education and access to the arts in the schools; offer inspiring, educating and role-modeling for at-risk students; address the achievement gap in innovative ways; offer a variety of

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This page: detail, “El Fandango a la Casa de la Guerra” by Van Cina, Santa Barbara County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. Opposite (clockwise from top): Detail, “Moonlight” by Alexander Harmer, 1924, Santa Barbara Historical Museum, 136 E. De La Guerra St., permanent exhibit.

Detail, “Fiesta” by Channing Peake, 1985, Santa Barbara airport. Sevilla Fiestas De Primavera poster, 1933, by Enrique Estela Antón, County Administration Board Room, 105 E. Anapamu St.

If these walls could speak The Art of Santa Barbara History by e rin gr aff y de garc ia photogr aphs by fritz olenberger

Santa Barbar a is a community that fondly embraces its early Spanish history. It is celebrated every summer with the annual Old Spanish Days Fiesta and remembered by the community surrounding itself with the prettiest architecture evoking Spanish elements of a bygone era of white stucco and red tile roofs.

And in case you missed those clues, the story of Santa Barbara’s romantic past is embedded in our public places: on walls and storefronts, in restaurants and galleries, and even on rooftops. Here, we catch a sense of the color and charm of this dolce far niente society of simple life and gracious living.

What was this story? The people of these old Spanish days considered themselves to be neither Spanish nor Mexican but Californios. They were proud Spanish-speaking people who had lived in alta California for several generations, descendants of the Spanish presidio soldiers of the

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18th century. From approximately 1828 to 1863, the Californios lived in relative isolation on enormous rural ranchos of 4,000 to 40,000 acres, where they raised cattle for its hides and tallow rather than for meat and bartered with Boston trading ships plying the California coast for leather hides.

Horses, hides, hospitality and la jota— dancing—distinguished their culture.

These elements are displayed in wonderful public art throughout the city, sometimes as a detail and other times as an entire scene captured on canvas.

For the Californios, their entire lives were centered on and around horses, as they practically lived on them. There were no roads, and people were miles from the nearest rancho, meaning a long trek on horseback awaited the riders. The vaqueros—cowboys—also spent all day on horseback, chasing after cattle over thousands of acres. Either way, the Californio

had to be exceptionally adept at controlling his horse through bramble and chaparral and dodging rocks, gopher holes, bobcats and bears. Spanish Californians were renowned expert horsemen, surpassing even the Argentinean gauchos and Tartar equestrians. For this reason, the Spanish vaquero atop his sprightly steed is a frequent subject for artists.

Fiestas—parties—during the old Spanish days were more than mere celebrations.

They were reunions of families and friends who came from ranchos that were many miles away. Fiestas were also the only time for young people to meet and flirt with members of the opposite sex. And fiestas were the most important source of news and information exchanges. A fiesta typically followed a wedding, but a visiting stranger was also reason for a fiesta, and these parties usually lasted for three to five days. The stately Casa de la Guerra—home of Jose de la Guerra, the town’s leading citizen—was a frequent setting for party scenes in paintings.

California hospitality was legendary.

There were no towns at that time and therefore no banks or inns or hotels of any kind. Visitors depended on the generosity of complete strangers, and the ranchero in his grand hacienda did not disappoint. “Mi casa es su casa” was an expression originating in this culture—“My house is your house.” A visitor was expected to make himself completely at home, and, of course, his presence itself was an excuse to throw a party and invite neighboring ranchos.

Considering the primitive surroundings of the residents, the dress of the time was surprisingly elegant. The men were the peacocks—wearing short jackets in bright green or blue and hats trimmed with gold or rimmed with colorful bands.

Around their waists, the señors wore long sashes of red material, ending in fringe.

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The story of Santa Barbara’s romantic past is embedded in our public places: on walls and storefronts, in restaurants and galleries, and even on rooftops.

Their pants were flared at the bottom, giving them a romantic, dashing silhouette.

Another favorite subject of artists was the Spanish California women, with their magnificent silk shawls of embroidered flowers and long fringe artfully swept around their shoulders. Beneath, the dresses were fluid, not stiff, and adorned with flouncy tiers of ruffles and ribbons.

The annual Old Spanish Days Fiesta (Aug. 5–9) brings the traditions of this era to life in a week-long festival. The flower girls extend traditional California hospitality. Perfor-

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mances in the plazas and at the courthouse showcase the locals’ love of dancing. As one of the largest equestrian parades in the world, the fiesta’s El Desfile Historico features a spectacular showcase of horses (Arabian, Belgian draft, miniature, Paso Finos, golden palominos and more) beautifully arrayed in silver saddles and trim.  ABout the AUthor

As a regional historian, Erin Graffy de Garcia has written more than 60 books, monographs and feature articles for numerous publications and historical institutions, including the “How To Santa Barbara” series (three volumes) and Saint Barbara: The Truth, Tales, and Trivia of Santa Barbara’s Patron Saint. History works include Remembering Jordanos, as well as numerous monographs for Santa Barbara Historical Museum.

Her most recent book, Old Spanish Days: Santa Barbara History Through Public Art, uncovers the history behind California’s Rancho Period. The featured

art can be readily found in public spaces from the airport through downtown and the beach boulevard.

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Project Fiesta!—highlighting the pageantry and fashion of Old Spanish Days and featuring vintage posters, restored costumes, artifacts and historical photos—is on view at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum (SBHM). Jul. 19– Sept. 20.

Erin Graffy de Garcia will lead a SBHM Walking Tour of some of the featured public art on Aug. 1 at 9:30 a.m. Reservations are required; the tour begins at the Project Fiesta! exhibit. Santa Barbara Historical Museum, 136 E. De La Guerra St., santabarbaramuseum. com, 805-966-1601.

Right: “The Cowman” by Allen Gilbert Cram, Santa Barbara County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. Opposite: Detail, unknown artist, 1948, mural on the outside of Paradise Cafe, 702 Anacapa St.

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Safe harbor

By Leslie A . Westbrook

Photos by Henry L . Fechtm an

Pleasure Boats & the Santa Barbara Harbor Scene

“The only cause my husband Humphrey Bogart ever gave me to be jealous of was not of a woman but of a boat—a racing yacht called Santana. He was in love with her sleek lines, and the way she moved in the water. Sailing was his greatest joy. But I got seasick. I didn’t want to sail, I wanted children.”

we ca n th a nk yeast baron Major Max Fleischmann—industrialist, adventurer, yachtsman and humanitarian—who adopted Santa Barbara as his home in the 1920s and helped create the breakwater, thus paving the way for Santa Barbara’s long-desired harbor.

Fleischmann donated the funds to build the breakwater, which was completed in 1929, so he could moor his 218foot luxury yacht Haida in Santa Barbara (which he did for ten years). Fleischmann owned 22 yachts during his lifetime. Other wealthy sailors followed suit over the decades. Bogey sailed our shores and won races in the 1950s.

James Cagney briefly owned Stearns Wharf and brought his renowned yacht, Swift of Ipswich, which later became a charter boat and tourist attraction, to Santa Barbara.

Errol Flynn’s magnificent 75-foot wooden ketch, Sirocco— under different ownership at the time—sailed in and out of the Santa Barbara harbor in the 1950s and late 1960s.

Current Hollywood folks drawn to the local waters include Law & Order television producer/creator Dick Wolf and his wife Noelle’s pleasure craft, Guilty. The Channel Cat, an 85-foot luxury catamaran owned by Berkshire Hathaway Vice Chairman Charlie Munger (Warren Buffet’s partner) is often available for local charities.

However, the Santa Barbara harbor is much more than yachts and big boats. It has an important commercial fishing element. And a fine maritime museum.

—Lauren Bacall

But it’s the people who gravitate to the sea that are the heart and soul of one of our town’s most treasured neighborhoods.

“The harbor is really different every day. If it’s not the weather, it’s the people. If it’s not the people, it’s the events going on, “ says Mick Kronman, harbor operations manager for the City of Santa Barbara waterfront for the past 15 years. Kronman provides facts on the citywithin-a-city he oversees with his $13-million annual budget collected from user fees, slip owners, parking, ground leases and the like.

“The priority is commercial fishing and recreational boating,” says Kronman. “There are 80 to 90 commercial fishing boats in the harbor, bringing in black cod, lobster, sea urchin and other catches of the day.” Fish is sold at wholesale to distributors, sold to the public at the Saturday morning Fisherman’s Market and always available at the venerated Santa Barbara Fish Market, open seven days a week.

There are 1,139 slips in the harbor, with monthly berthing for 1,103 registered boats. Sailing and powerboats are pretty much divided 50/50. Full time live-aboards, who make up about 10% of the boat population, range from 150–180 hearty souls, depending on their whereabouts. Live-aboard Dawn Sherry calls her eight-minute-long walking commute in high heels to her boat “The Walk of Love.”

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(Clockwise from left) Architect Dawn Sherry (shown on the “walk of love”) decorated Aurora in mid-century style. It’s full speed ahead for Torqua as she heads out, with Captain Jim Wulff in the pilothouse. Bear and Cinda Kramer’s Hotel California, and a romantic sunset selfie on the breakwater.

Open Sesame!

While the harbor is open to everyone, the marinas are not. Sure, you can stand there with a picnic basket in hand, wearing Topsiders, and someone will eventually let you through one of the four marina gates, but legal access is restricted to boat owners and their guests. Gaining “permission to come aboard” a moored boat is another matter.

Boat owners seem to fall into two camps: those who are incredibly friendly and welcome guests, friends and even strangers onboard to show off their baby—many seemingly know more about their boats than their first-borns— and those who are notoriously private and publicity shy.

The bigger the boat, the shyer the owner, it seems.

Dawn Sherry, an architect and musician, lives aboard her recently acquired 50’ Grand Banks, Aurora (“Dawn”

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in Latin), which she is decorating “mid-century modern style,” on Marina 1.

Sherry related so much to the book Diary of a Sea Captain’s Wife: Tales of Santa Cruz Island—the account of Margaret Eaton, who operated Pelican Bay Camp and was considered “a woman living in a man’s world”—that she soon realized a life near and on the water was for her.

A talented architect (she designed Santa Barbara Public Market), Sherry moved into the harbor in 2000.

“It’s an interesting lifestyle, but it’s not for everybody,” she advises. “You have to be resourceful. When the boat comes loose in the middle of the night, you have to get up and tie the lines.” And a woman/boat owner’s work is never done, she adds: “It takes three hours just to clean the outside of the boat. The maintenance is not unlike the

“I love it here...I feel like I am on an island...I like the water all around me. I never tire of sitting on my back deck and looking at the view...”

Golden Gate Bridge—you are living in a hostile marine environment and always polishing things!” However, she and her lab, Bridget, both love the camaraderie of her ’hood—neighbors often gather for dinner or to play music and hang out on each other’s boats.

“I love it here—I feel like I am on an island,” she says.

“I like the water all around me. I never tire of sitting on my back deck and looking at the view or seeing the baby seals hanging out. I don’t even mind the dredge—its part of the water world and part of Santa Barbara.”

Garrulous, friendly “Bear” Kramer, owner of Hotel California and a triple captain (U.S. Merchant Marine, Coast Guard and recently retired airline pilot), welcomes me aboard and says, “I’m not boasting, but she is the most beautiful boat in the harbor.” This, I guess, explains why his 48’ Choey Lee is often booked for fash-

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ion shoots by clients such as Ann Taylor and Land’s End. “We strip her down for a shoot, and she looks like an Italian racing yacht,” he enthuses. He and Cinda, his bride of two years and an airline purser for 41 years (they have six children and six grandchildren between them), are launching wedding dinner sails—romantic sunset cruises for brides- and grooms-to-be before the big day, with dinner served onboard, replete with U.S. Navy flatware and dinnerware that Bear’s collected over the years.

Their first wedding dinner cruise was for their daughter.

The Ocean Alexander yacht Torqua is a classic beauty—all 93’, 10” of her—named for Torqua Springs on Catalina Island. The highly respected Jim Wulff, who often sails the owners to Avalon Bay, captains her. Seeing his signature pith helmet when welcomed aboard, one feels assured that this knowledgeable, well-known sea captain will get the boat and her guests to their destination safely. Torqua has four staterooms, marble bathrooms, wall-to-wall carpet, a much-used washer/dryer (for beach towels) and an engine room the captain calls “The Temple,” but no Wi-Fi, ensuring a truly old-fashioned vacation.

According to her owners, she has been a “wonderful recreational platform providing countless hours of pleasure for friends and the family,” which includes three sons.

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Chartering For Arthur McNary, it all began 27 years ago on his first sailing date with his wife, Sherri, and a “crazy dream” to buy a boat and sail the Caribbean. Now Green Flash, a 47’ luxury cruising catamaran, is new to the Santa Barbara harbor and one of many charter boats available to the public wanting a taste of boating life without buying one. (Santa Barbara Sailing Center books the charters.) After living aboard in the Caribbean, Arthur and Chef Sherri, a native Santa Barbaran, brought Green Flash through the Panama Canal to Santa Barbara, where their three grown children live.

The couple crews Green Flash themselves—they have put 4,000 nautical miles on her to date—and Arthur notes, “Santa Barbara is a great little harbor—everyone has been so nice and welcoming!” Green Flash has two queen-size berths and a kids’ cabin and can sail at 14 knots —twice as fast as other catamarans in her class.

She can accommodate up to six guests on cruises ranging from 2.5 hours to overnight trips to the Channel Islands. Sherri’s food/adventurer blog, flashinthepan. us, features an extensive list of her recipes for tasty fare served onboard, such as fig, caramelized onion, goat cheese flatbread pizza; jalapeno cilantro lobster cakes; and gazpacho. If you go, you’ll have to try one of the couple’s “signature margaritas”—to die for!

(Clockwise from left) This pillow lives on Yacht Commodore Joanne Gordon (pictured) and her husband Scott’s Endeavour, shown at Coches Prietos on Santa Cruz Island. Interior above and photos on opposite page are from Green Flash, a 47’ cruising catamaran available for sunset and island charters.

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portrait of Joanne Gordon by Mehosh Dziadzio Photography; Endeavour photo by Scott Gordon; green flash photos courtesy green flash

Santa Barbara Yacht Commodore Joanne Gordon—the second woman commodore in yacht club history—and her husband, Scott, own a pretty 52’ motor sailor ketched rig called Endeavour. They fell in love with the custom-built, one-of-a-kind boat, Scott says, when they tried, but failed to buy her in a three-way bidding war.

But when the boat (named for a British Royal Navy battleship that ran aground in the 1800s) came back on the market several years later—with some $350,000 worth of improvements—they were able to purchase her for the original asking price. The couple’s family has been cruising to the Channel Islands ever since their now-grown children (including one son, who lives aboard a boat in the harbor) were babies, carried onboard along with “fold-up cribs and Johnny Jump Ups.” Scott can often be found working on Endeavour— it’s little surprise the yacht was recently awarded the Jefferson Cannon award from Santa Barbara Yacht Club for “Best Maintained Yacht,” power or sail (the cannon is used annually at opening day ceremonies).

To charter Green Flash and other cruising yachts and boats, call 805/962-2826 or visit sbsail.com.

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“It’s a lifestyle. The vibe is totally different in the harbor from other parts of Santa Barbara...I may not have Burlesque forever, but I’ll always have my end tie!” — Gene Dongieux, burlesque ow ner

(L) Burlesque in her full-sail glory; (L-R) Deanna Dongieux, son Andre, Gene Dongieux and their daughter, Jete, enjoy an al fresco meal aboard Burlesque.

Retirement “My husband refers to our boat as his mistress,” laughs Deanna Dongieux, as she invites me aboard the couple’s sleek 54’ Jeanneau sloop, Burlesque.

Four years ago, after selling his company, Mercer Advisors, and retiring, Gene Dongieux began searching for an end tie (the end of a marina pier), thinking he’d buy a catamaran since the couple and their two children had enjoyed bare-boat chartering in the British Virgin Islands and Tahiti. But when the sloop (previously named Yum) came up for sale, and was located on a rarely available end tie, he didn’t want to miss out. Then, he admits, he fell in love with the Frenchbuilt sailboat. Gene earned his captain’s license about a decade ago from Santa Barbara Sailing Center and skippers the sloop they christened Burlesque.

As much as he loved his new toy, Gene found retirement boring and wasn’t thrilled with tinkering on the boat day after day. He returned to work as the co-founder and chief investment officer of Ariadne Wealth Management in Montecito, which manages family wealth for 18 families, including his own.

Still, there’s plenty of time for fun on the boat. The couple joined the yacht club and made new friends,

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including the “cruisers” group, who help one another learn about harbors and moorings on trips to Pelican Bay at Santa Cruz Island and annual end-of-summer Catalina Island cruises. A talented artist, Deanna decorated the Burlesque’s interiors with great style and hostesses with panache, entertaining friends for sunset drinks or dinner onboard—sometimes moored in the harbor, for those who suffer from mal de mer.

“My husband thought this was a phase, but it turned into a passion! We are on the channel, and we love to watch the other boats go in and out. The only bad thing?

We got sideswiped—by a cop!”

“It’s a lifestyle. The vibe is totally different in the harbor from other parts of Santa Barbara,” Gene says. “I may not have Burlesque forever, but I’ll always have my end tie!”

Chuck Kaye has brokered huge deals in the music industry (with such music notables as John Lennon, Michael Jackson, Madonna, the Bob Marley estate and Buffalo Springfield), but for the past 40 years, his other love has been sailing. It was a work colleague who gave him the sailing bug. In fact, every seven years, he would “quit and go sailing,” leaving high-pressured jobs at places like

Before You Buy a Boat So you want to live the Santa Barbara harbor lifestyle, with fair winds and following seas? Captain Bear Kramer says there are three things you have to ask yourself before buying a boat:

Do you want it?

Do you need it?

Can you afford it?

“If the answer to all three is ‘No!’” he laughs, “then buy it!”

“There’s not a boat in the harbor that sails more than Zaca (the 60’ Farr shown above),” says owner Chuck Kaye (pictured at right).

A&M Records and Warner/Chappell Music (for which he ran, merged and created huge profits) and sailing off into the sunset to exotic places like Bora Bora, Hawaii, the Med and across the Atlantic, New Zealand and Mexico, with tales of the high seas to match. He navigated with a sextant, and he’s still at it.

“There’s not a boat in the harbor that sails more than Zaca,” says Kaye. Over the years, he has owned quite a few sailboats. But five years ago, he purchased Zaca, a 60’ Farr he brought to his slip in Santa Barbara. “She is the most spectacular boat I’ve ever owned, and she has a great pedigree,” he says. “She’s fast, powerful and opulent.”

As another boat owner, David Kramer, notes, “The acronym for BOAT is “Break Out Another Thousand!”

Be forewarned: The “wait list” for a slip in the harbor has long been closed and slips are rarely available, even for those who have been on the list for years.

You can get a slip permit when you purchase a boat. If you want to purchase an entry-level boat, say a Catalina 28, and lease a coveted slip, plan to spend at least $60,000. End ties and yachts cost well over a million dollars. In addition to upkeep and repairs, there are monthly slip rental fees.

Captain Wulff, who has worked in the harbor for 53 years, reiterates the sentiment for those dreaming of the big-boat lifestyle: “It’s no longer mom and pop in our harbor. Unless folks have an inheritance, they can’t play down here.”

With 150,000 nautical miles, Kaye knows his way around a vessel—and then some. At press time, he was readying his pilothouse cruising sailboat for a summer sojourn with Rebecca, his wife and skipper of 36 years, to Kauai’s Hanalei Bay for the summer, where they will live aboard.

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The incessant hum was deafening. While kayaking along desolate, windswept sand dunes between Point Arguello and Point Sal in Santa Barbara’s North County, I watched as hundreds of migrating surf scoters took flight, their wings furiously flapping to create a humming sensation so loud that it drowned out the booming surf.

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Ready to tackle a day of adventure, writer/photographer Chuck Graham loads up the kayaks on Jalama Beach at sunrise.

Located approximately an hour drive from Santa Barbara and a 45-minute drive from Lompoc, Jalama is one of the few coastal places on Graham’s wild journey that is accessible by car.

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R y l A n d G r i v e t t i a n d I were in the midst of a five-day 120-mile kayaking and surfing trip to explore mostly inaccessible North County and maybe score some uncrowded surf along the way. Eventually, we’d finish our local journey on Santa Barbara’s eastern fringe.

Characterized by remote beaches, wind-sculpted sand dunes, sheer cliffs and guano-covered rock outcroppings, North County also posed a real threat of great white shark activity. Launching and landing became another issue due to Vandenberg Air Force Base limiting where we could land, so stretching stiff legs became an afterthought.

Humble Beginnings

We began our journey in the shadows of GuadalupeNipomo Sand Dunes National Wildlife Refuge. It was raining, and our legs burned as we dragged our heavy, gear-laden kayaks to the shoreline. The surf was clean but closing out in the three-to-five-foot range; there were lulls between sets, so timing was everything. My wife, Lori, dropped us off and watched us launch, along with a bevy of surfers checking the conditions.

“No one has ever tried this here before,” claimed one onlooker, Lori well within earshot. “They’re not going to make it.”

“You have to stay positive,” rebutted Lori. “They’ve done this sort of thing before.”

I had my doubts while watching a sand-sucking fourfoot wave unloading on top of Ryland, catapulting him into a backward summersault. Beyond that initial ejection, we made it outside the surf and enjoyed the solitude of paddling along the breathtaking 500-foot-tall dunes to Mussel Rock.

After gliding past Paradise Beach, we dodged some frothy rollers exploding over barnacle-encrusted crags at Point Sal, amid bellowing sea lions. From there, it was at least a 10-mile stretch to Purisima Point, that sharky feeling sweeping over us like a dewy fog bank. We stayed as close to the shoreline as we could, narrowly avoiding being picked off by several cresting waves before reaching the point.

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One week before our excursion, a large great white shark attacked two kayakers who were fishing, ejecting them from their kayaks right inside Purisima Point. Fortunately, a nearby fishing boat rescued them. Needless to say, we were on full alert rounding the point and hugging the long stretch of sand at Surf Beach.

We worked our way to the shoreline, weaving our way through six-foot surf in an undefined lineup. When we got closer to shore, we located something resembling a channel, and so we beached our kayaks and dried soggy gear on a rocky slab. This also served as our campsite, where throughout the night dark waves clapped well offshore.

Graham and Grivetti started their expedition at GuadalupeNipomo Sand Dunes (far right), spotting wild flowers and wildlife like the purple sand verbena and sea otters (near right), as well as signs of other people, like this capsized boat found off of the dunes (above).

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By morning, the surf had nearly tripled in size.

Launching was now an issue, but still appeared doable.

Ryland and I took off at the same time, and as we waded in what was left of the channel, a large wave suddenly penetrated across it. I pushed through, but didn’t see Ryland—just his surfboard floating in the water. I wouldn’t see him again for 30 minutes. I tried retrieving his board, but I had to turn and face several oncoming waves. The second wave walloped me out of my kayak. My surfboard was gone, and I wrapped myself around my kayak while being swept ashore. I made a second attempt, but that proved futile. I found myself spent and on the same rock where we slept the night before.

With binoculars out and radio on, I searched for Ryland at least a half-mile offshore. Huge waves capped on the hazy horizon with salty mist wafting in the air.

After locating the lonely kayaker, we conversed on the radio about what to do next. “I feel like a shark biscuit out here,” said Ryland. It was either paddle in or paddle alone for 20 miles to Jalama. The surf was getting bigger and paddling south solo around Point Arguello appeared to be the best option. It didn’t sit well with Ryland at first, but after several larger sets rolled through, he knew it was the right choice, sharky waters be damned.

While he was busy dodging huge capping swells, I ran up the beach and located our missing surfboards, amazingly in the same cave! I then dragged my loaded kayak two miles in the soft sand down to the coastal access point at Surf Beach and the train station near Lompoc. Along the way, I ran into many beach walkers asking the same question: “Don’t you know there are sharks out there?”

Reconnecting

Eventually I struck up a conversation with an 80-something-year-old local curmudgeon who was willing to give me a lift into town. From a coffee shop, I called Lori to come get me. While I waited, I wondered how Ryland was holding up. My anxiety subsided when Lori arrived a couple hours later with a text from Ryland saying, “Made it to Jalama. All is good.”

Relieved about Ryland, Lori dropped me off at Jalama and wearily drove home. Ryland and I discussed the

Surf Beach at Vandenberg Air Force Base in Lompoc is the closest public access point to the ocean in the area, but sections of it are closed March-Sept. during the nesting season of the Western Snowy Plover, an endangered species. This beautiful surf spot is also somewhat infamous for shark attacks, with fatalities recorded in 2010 and 2012.

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Clockwise from top left: Lori Graham took this photo of Graham and Grivetti at the start of their journey. The Point Conception lighthouse looms on the rocks. Southern Sea Otters and Mule Deer are frequently spotted along the coast. Graham kayaking at Government Point, on the northern part of Hollister Ranch; and surfing another isolated spot.

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day’s events, huddling in the dampness of the sand dunes. We were finally able to relax and laugh a little about the challenging surf and his 20-mile solo paddle around Point Arguello. Eventually the surf lulled us to sleep.

At dawn we left Jalama, kayaking easily toward Point Conception among wary sea otters and bobbing harbor seals. The wave-battered point lived up to its unpredictable reputation as we approached. A light, warm east wind blew down from the canyons, but within minutes, we were paddling into an annoying southeast headwind, whitecaps washing over our bows. A few minutes further south, we paddled underneath the lighthouse, and the wind did a 180-degree swing. Now favorably at our backs, it propelled us down Hollister Ranch and the Gaviota coast, the northern half of the county in our wake.

Three days later, we finished our trip on the beach in Carpinteria, where I grew up surfing. We pulled our kayaks in tight against the seawall and surfed for an hour. For a moment, I felt like a kid learning to surf all over again. Times like that, it feels good to be a surfer… and a kayaker. ¤

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Style File: summer (continued from page 30) Behind the Sc enes

The saying “it takes a village” is certainly true when it comes to producing a fashion shoot. We recently spent the day at Bacara Resort & Spa spotlighting some Santa Barbara boutiques’ best looks for summer activities, including yoga, tennis and pool time, as well as enjoying the hospitality and wine tasting at the resort. Here’s the scoop on some of the players who brought this issue to life: Nor a Tobin | model

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Portraying a day in the life of an active Santa Barbara woman was the perfect fit for local golden girl, fitness guru and model Nora Tobin. With a megawatt smile and down to earth personality, her resume at age 27 reads like a who’s who in the national register of health, athleticism and style.

To her professional credit are modeling for national billboards and work as a personal trainer, wellness director for five-star hotels and spokesperson for national companies. She also a writes for Shape Magazine (who named her one of the “hottest female trainers in America”), Sports Illustrated and The Huffington Post; plays professional beach volleyball; scuba dives; and does cliff, helicopter and river rescues. noratobin.com Tomiko Taf t | m a k e-up a rtist

Blending skill and precision with artistic vision, Tomiko Taft is a master of makeup artistry. With more than ten years of highend cosmetic experience, Taft is driven by her passion for bringing out the dynamic beauty of her clients. Her works—ranging from weddings and special occasions to the music, fashion, film and television industries—can be viewed in publications such as California Style, Food & Home Entertaining and Inside Weddings. tomikotaft.com

Whether focused on an artist, model, entertainer, or friend, Cara Robbins’ photos aim to bridge the gap between subject and camera. She graduated from Brooks Institute of Photography and works primarily in portraiture and lifestyle photography.

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C ar a Robbins | photogr a pher

Her images are intimate, thoughtful, and distinctly personal—true and honest reflections of both the person and the moment in which they’re captured. Her photography has appeared in Santa Barbara Magazine, Santa Barbara Seasons Magazine and Interview Magazine, as well as campaigns for Seavees, MySpace and The Mane Message. cararobbins.com A my Barnard | photogr a pher

Amy Barnard, who shot the silhouettes for this summer’s Style File, is a commercial photographer specializing in portraiture, architecture and food.

Her meticulous post-production process ensures that her finished images illustrate her commitment to excellence. In addition to her education from Brooks Institute of Photography, she also holds a French culinary degree. amybarnardphotography.com

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Judy Foreman has been a freelance lifestyle journalist in Santa Barbara since 1998. She has written columns on fashion, style, new businesses and feature profiles for Montecito Journal, Santa Barbara News-Press, and articles for Santa Barbara Magazine. Foreman currently writes a weekly column for noozhawk.com.

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Benefits: Unlimited classes + 3 free guest passes per month to share with your friends, free mat storage and free mat rentals, 20% off of all workshops and 10% off of all retail, free admission to the Yoga Soup Salon yogasoup.com 28 Parker Way 805/965-8811

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Chumash Casino Expansion by wendy thies sell By this time ne x t y e ar , the 8,500 people, on average, who visit the Chumash Casino each day will have an expanded, modernized resort to explore.

The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians has embarked on a $165-million construction project enlarging the casino’s gaming floor, remodeling restaurants, and building a 12-story hotel tower, a new swimming pool and an additional 584-space parking garage.

“I’m really excited about it,” says Tribal Chairman Vincent Armenta. “When you take a look at our facility, when completed,

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it’s probably going to be one of the nicest facilities in Santa Barbara County. It’s certainly going to be a place that even more people will want to come and visit just for the experience.”

The resort’s original 106 rooms, including 17 suites, were built in 2004 and have a 98% occupancy rate. The new-tower will add 217 rooms, including 40 suites.

The hotel and casino remain open during construction. Once work wraps up in May of 2016, visitors will notice improvements at The Willows fine dining restaurant; significant

changes to Creekside Buffet and Chumash Café’s new look and location, next to the hotel tower.

Food and drinks will be served on a new, 20,000 sq. ft. pool deck, complete with fire pits and cabanas.

The 90,000 sq. ft. casino will grow by 60,000 sq. ft., creating a primary path for better circulation and giving gamblers more room to try their luck.

The high limit room will be revamped, but more slot machines won’t be added; the casino is limited to 2,000 gaming devices by a compact with the State of California.

“The expansion was needed to give our guests a more comfortable feeling,” explains Armenta, “in particular the pool area that’s connected to the hotel. It’s going to offer a really comfortable area in which to relax, whether you’re gambling or not.”

Several valley residents voiced their concerns before the project broke ground, insisting that a 130-foot hotel tower does not fit in with the rural setting along E. Hwy. 246.

“It’s completely inappropriate, with respect to the surrounding area,” says Nancy Hunsicker, a board member of Santa Ynez Valley Concerned Citizens. “This is a country community with little farming towns and cattle ranches and vineyards with greenbelts, and then, in the middle of that you have this high tower that they want to create. I would say that community reaction has been universally negative.”

Chairman Armenta counters, “Our reservation is in a creek bed that’s surrounded by two mountains. [The new hotel tower] is obviously not taller than those mountains. Set back away from the highway, the design that we’re using, the landscaping that we’re using, I think it’s going to fit well. I think people will be surprised to see that their concerns were addressed as we build this.”

Third District Supervisor Doreen Farr, who represents the valley on the Santa Barbara

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These renderings show the additions to the Chumash Casino Resort that are currently underway, including an additional hotel tower, new swimming pool, more parking and other amenities.

dining over the hill County Board of Supervisors, says her constituents are worried about numerous project impacts, from the water supply during a drought to increased wear and tear on the roads, but the county ultimately has little say in the matter.

“The tribe is moving forward; they’ve broken ground, Farr says. “It is on their reservation property, so the County has no land use authority over it at all and will derive no economic benefit from it, no transient occupancy tax, no sales tax, no property tax.”

The Chumash casino expansion project has created hundreds of construction jobs.

“This project is 100% union,” says Armenta. “Every local union will be able to put their men to work, and many of them haven’t been able to work in the area for several years because of the shortage of construction in Santa Barbara County.”

The Chumash will hire more locals when all the dust settles and the project is complete.

“We estimate we’re going to hire an additional 250 employees who will be full-time at the resort,” says Armenta, who anticipates the remodeled casino and new hotel will also boost tourism in the area.

Shelby Sim, executive director of Visit the Santa Ynez Valley, agrees. “As far as the expansion goes and tourism in the valley, it’s an awesome thing. As an organization, we’re all for it!

It makes sense for the community and the economy.”

Sim adds that the Chumash are great neighbors, “In my experience, they don’t want to make it a ‘Chumash Valley,’ they just want to be a piece of the story of the valley, which they are.”

Santa Ynez Mountains Cold Spring Tavern (American) is an iconic establishment virtually unchanged since the days of the stagecoach run that has served excellent food—including wild game—to hungry locals and travelers alike for more than 100 years. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 5995 Stagecoach Rd., 805/967-0066. $$$

Santa Ynez Valley Ballard Inn Restaurant (Californian) is located inside

the charming Ballard Inn. This distinctive little restaurant features wonderfully prepared “creative wine country cuisine” and fine wines. 2436 Baseline Ave., Ballard, 805/688-7770 or 800/638-2466. $$$ Brothers Restaurant at the Red Barn (American) offers innovative “made from scratch” cuisine from chefowners and brothers Jeff and Matt Nichols in this exquisitely refurbished barn, which had a life as a Santa Ynez dance hall before becoming a restaurant.

The hearty menu offers American classics like chops, prime rib, and chicken-fried steak. Lunch and dinner served daily. 3539 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, 805/688-4142. $$-$$$$ Dos Carlitos Restaurant & Tequila Bar (Mexican) brings bold Mexican and Latin flavors to the valley. An open-fire grill imparts a smoky essence to authentic grilled specials, delicious salsas and the aroma of fresh handmade tortillas. 3544 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, 805/688-0033. $$ Mattei’s Tavern (Californian) is a former stagecoach stop (circa 1886) that continues to be a destination, with creative

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farm-to-table wine country dining.

Soak up the rustic elegance and enjoy dinner Wednesday through Sunday or weekend brunch. 2350 Railway Ave., 805/688-4820. $$$–$$$$

building where chef-owners and brothers Jeff and Matt Nichols turn out hearty American favorites with original gourmet twists.

2375 Alamo Pintado Ave., Los Olivos, 805/688-4820. $$–$$$

Los Olivos Café and Wine Merchant (Californian) is a casual restaurant in one of the town’s original Main Street buildings. The thoughtful menu of homemade pizzas and California cuisine is complemented with an enormous list of wines from the adjacent store. 2879 Grand Ave., Los Olivos, 805/688-7265. $$

S.Y. Kitchen (Italian) is a charming “California version of a little Italian farmhouse” with a focus on unfussy rustic Italian food made from fresh local ingredients.

Expect inventive salads, woodfired pizzas and house-made pastas with everything from seasonal seafood to duck ragu. An outdoor red-oak grill is fired up year-round, turning out juicy steaks and chops.

Open daily for dinner and for lunch on weekends. 1110 Faraday St., Santa Ynez, 805/691-9794. $$-$$$

River Grill (American) is part of the famed Alisal Guest Ranch and Resort. It overlooks the newest of the resort’s two golf courses, The River Course at The Alisal. 150 Alisal Rd., Solvang, 805/688-7784. $$–$$$ Petros (Greek), located inside the beautiful Fess Parker Wine Country Inn & Spa, is a relatively large, contemporary Greek restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. French doors open to a clean, white bar and a lounge area with fireplace and lots of windows.

Cushioned seating faces more windows or a second fireplace. The menu features Greek classics like Moussaka, Souvlaki and Keftethes (Petro's mother's traditional meatballs) as well as lighter salads, flatbreads and mezze (appetizers). 2860 Grand Ave., Los Olivos. 805/686-5455. $$$ Root 246 (American) is located at Hotel Corque, a hotel and restaurant project by the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians. This restaurant features innovative cuisine emphasizing local, seasonal ingredients.

420 Alisal Rd., Solvang, 805/686-8681. $$–$$$ Sides Hardware & Shoes—A Brothers Restaurant (American) is located in a restored 1901

The Hitching Post (American) is an old-fashioned, western-style steakhouse and lounge just a few minutes off Hwy. 101. In addition to Newport Meat Company beef, there are also ribs, quail, turkey, duck and ostrich plus seafood on the menu. 406 E. Hwy. 246, Buellton, 805/688-0676. $$$–$$$$ The Willows at Chumash Casino Resort (American) is a AAA Four Diamond Award-winner specializing in mouthwatering prime steaks and seafood. The elegance of this exquisite dining room is matched by incomparable views of the rolling Santa Ynez hills. 3400 E. Hwy. 246, Santa Ynez, 805/686-9855. $$$–$$$$ Trattoria Grappolo (Italian) is a great destination for gourmet pizzas from a wood-burning oven, fresh salads made with local produce and nightly specials. Grappolo features a list of more than 150 wines from around the world. Open daily for dinner and for lunch Tues.Sun. 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, 805/688-6899. $$-$$$ For additional restaurant listings, please refer to page 94.

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Santa Barbara County is one of America’s most desirable golf destinations, with splendid courses designed to maximize enjoyment of the region’s splendor and moderate climate, open for play all year long. Golf Digest and Golf Magazine have ranked several of the courses as among the best in the country, and the array of tracks offers multiple levels of challenge for all who enjoy the sport. The City’s course—Santa Barbara Golf Club—is five minutes from downtown and one of California’s best municipal facilties. Here are five other spectacular courses within 15-55 minutes of Santa Barbara.

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Glen Annie Golf Club

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Glen Annie Golf Club In the rolling foothills of Goleta, 15 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara, this meticulously maintained and challenging layout is enhanced with panoramic ocean, Channel Island or mountain views from nearly every hole. The tee shot from #16, for example, is fired over a descending terrain with the Pacific Ocean as a backdrop, a 150-foot vertical drop, to land softly on a manicured landscape near an adjacent lake with a cascading stream. The clubhouse complex includes a snack bar, full bar at Frog Bar & Grill and scenic patios with excellent facilities for gatherings of up to 300. Par 71. Stroke rating from men’s tees: 71.1; slope rating, 122. 405

Glen Annie Rd., 805/968-6400, glenanniegolf.com.

Rancho San Marcos

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Rancho San Marcos Fifteen minutes up the incredibly scenic Hwy 154—the historic road winding off State Street into the Santa Ynez Mountains that leads to the charming towns and wineries of the Santa Ynez Valley—“Rancho” has been acclaimed by nearly every major golf magazine as offering one of the finest experiences in Southern California. Nestled in the mountains 12 miles from Santa Barbara, the historic land this outstanding golf course traverses challenges with sand, lakes, the Santa Ynez River, fields of native grasses, oak tree-lined chaparral and changes in elevation. A comfortable clubhouse has a grill with food to go or to enjoy at tables inside or outside on scenic patios. Par 71. Stroke rating from men’s tees: 73.1; slope rating, 135. 4600 Hwy. 154, 805/683-6334, rsm1804.com.

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Sandpiper Golf Club

Sandpiper Golf Club

Established in 1972 as Santa Barbara County’s first resort course open to the public, Sandpiper is an inspiring 18 holes of seaside golf on an extraordinary, natural terrain, with an acclaimed layout named by Golf Digest as one of the top 25 public golf courses in the United States. Designed by renowned architect William F. Bell, the course features beautiful rolling fairways that lead to enormous, challenging greens in a links-style layout with ocean views from nearly every hole. The stretch of holes 10 through 14 is one of the most memorable golf experiences of any player’s life. Par 72. Stroke rating from men’s tees: 74.7; slope rating, 136. 7925 Hollister Ave., 805/968-1541, sandpipergolf.com.

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River Course at the Alisal

River Course at the Alisal

Opened for public play in 1992 on land owned by and adjacent to the renowned Alisal Guest Ranch, River Course provides a layout to be enjoyed by golfers of all levels of skill. Set along the Santa Ynez River, with panoramic views of the mountains beyond, the course features mostly wide fairways and accessible greens. Several holes, however, will challenge even the low handicap golfer—the lengthy #7, with out-of-bounds right and a big lake left; #10, which plays through a chute of trees; and those along the river. The first-class clubhouse has comfortable, inside seating and a view-oriented patio.

Par 72. Stroke rating from men’s tees: 73.1; slope rating, 135. 150 Alisal Rd., 805/6886042, rivercourse.com.

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La Purisima Golf Course

La Purisima Golf Course

A half-hour from the Danish village of Solvang and the Santa Ynez Valley wine country, “La P,” one of California’s finest and most challenging courses, is pure golf: no real estate, no commercial development for miles, just long, twisting fairways bordered at times by oak and eucalyptus groves and protected by sand, water and out-ofbounds stakes, finishing with big, lightning fast greens. Especially in the afternoon, wind becomes a factor, often making the closing holes our own “Amen Corner.”

Designed by world-renowned architect Robert Muir Graves, a round at La Purisima will not soon be forgotten, and is worth the drive. Par 72. Stroke rating from men’s tees: 74.9; slope rating, 143. 3455 E. Hwy. 246, 805/735-8395, lapurisimagolf.com.

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home to the historic Lobero Theatre, one of the city’s architectural jewels, as well as Casa de la Guerra historic house museum. El Paseo, a charming adobe plaza built in the 1820s, houses several nice shops and restaurants, along with The Wine Collection of El Paseo, an upscale array of six excellent wine tasting rooms open daily from noon to 6 p.m. (located off of the 800 block of State Street).

5. Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden

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Santa Barbara Historical Museum exhibits fine art, costumes and artifacts from Santa Barbara’s colorful history. Gledhill Library houses photographs and historic documents. | 136 E. De la Guerra St. Tues.–Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun. Noon–5 p.m. 805/966-1601, santabarbaramuseum.com.

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El Presidio de Santa Barbara, founded in 1782 to offer protection to the mission and settlers and to provide a seat of government and to guard against foreign invasion, is now a state historic park. | 123 E. Canon Perdido St. 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. daily. 805/9650093, sbthp.org.

D ow n tow n S tat e S t r e e t defines the city’s center—and its heart. The intersection of State and Carrillo streets is where Captain Salisbury Haley hammered an iron stake in 1850 to designate the future midtown area. Thus, many of Santa Barbara’s historic buildings, as well as the arts district and shopping areas, are nearby. Explore downtown’s architectural and historic jewels on the self-guided Red Tile Walking Tour.

A map is available at Santa Barbara Visitor Center, 1 Garden St., santabarbaracarfree. org, or santabarbaraCA.com/podcasts.

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Santa Barbara County Courthouse, a National Historic Landmark in the Spanish Colonial Revival style, was dedicated in 1929. Its immense landscaped courtyard and sunken garden is the site of public celebrations year round. Don’t miss the 360° view overlooking the city from the clocktower. | 1100 Anacapa St. Docent tours Mon.–Sat. 2 p.m.; Mon., Tues., Fri. 10:30 a.m. 805/962-6464, santabarbaracourthouse.org.

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Portrait of Mexico Today. | 1130 State St. Tues.– Sun. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. 805/963-4364, sbma.net.

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La Arcada, designed by architect Myron Hunt in 1926, is home to a wealth of galleries, shops and restaurants. Dotted along the way are historical curios and sculptures, with all roads leading to the much-loved central fountain stocked with turtles and fish. | 1100 block of State Street.

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MCA Santa Barbara is dedicated to exhibiting the highest quality of contemporary art while recognizing the artists of tomorrow with innovative exhibitions both inside its walls and throughout the community. | 653 Paseo Nuevo. Tues.–Sat. 11 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun. Noon–5 p.m. 805/966-5373, mcasantabarbara.org.

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Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden, named after the benefactor who donated the prime property and renowned for its beauty, is a popular photo backdrop. Audio posts and interpretive Braille signs make the garden accessible for the visually impaired. | Micheltorena and Santa Barbara streets.

Presidio Neighborhood is a vibrant section developed around the historic site of the last remaining Spanish fortresses built in California, called presidios. In addition to being Santa Barbara’s birthplace, El Presidio de Santa Barbara, the neighborhood is also

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Santa Barbara Botanic Garden’s 78 acres, accessed by five and a half miles of trails, record the history of the state’s rare and indigenous plants. From the dramatic opening view through the meadows, chaparral and forest to the sweeping ridge-top views of the Channel Islands, the garden is a skillful display of California’s natural bounty. | 1212 Mission Canyon Rd. Mar.–Oct. 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; Nov.–Feb. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. 805/682-4726, sbbg.org.

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Mission Santa Barbara was dedicated in 1786 by Father Fermin Lasuén. The first mission was a tule-thatched shelter of logs and brush—a far cry from the building that has become the city’s unofficial landmark.

Known as “Queen of the Missions” for its twin belltowers, it remains the only California mission to be continuously occupied by the Franciscans. | 2201 Laguna St. Daily tours 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. 805/682-4713, sbmission.org.

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Museum of Natural History was originally a showplace for ornithology meant to engage the public in the natural history of the region. Today, the museum draws more than 150,000 visitors per year, all eager to take a closer, studied look at what nature has to offer. | 2559 Puesta del Sol Rd. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. daily. 805/682-4711, sbnature.org.

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Mission District is identified by Mission Santa Barbara, and is among the oldest residential neighborhoods in the city.

Characterized by revival-style architecture, it is also home to the Mission Historical Park and rose garden.

Wat e r f r o n t, running the length of Cabrillo Boulevard from East Beach to the harbor, is a feast for outdoor enthusiasts. A paved pathway runs the full distance—passing through the Sunday Arts & Crafts Show on weekends—by Stearns Wharf and along West Beach to the harbor. Chase Palm Park, on both sides of Cabrillo, offers picnicking, carousel rides and a marvelous children’s play area, as well as free Thursday night concerts during the summer.

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Andree Clark Bird Refuge—an artificial freshwater lake and marsh pond adjacent to the zoo —provides one of the best biking/jogging/skating paths in the area around its perimeter. | 1400 E. Cabrillo Blvd.

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Santa Barbara Harbor and Breakwater is a working harbor, home to fishing boats, private yachts and nearly 1,200 excursion and sightseeing boats. It is always a busy and interesting place to walk, skate, bike, eat and purchase fresh catch at Fisherman’s Market every Saturday morning. | Off Cabrillo Blvd.

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Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, situated on the harbor’s scenic waterfront, presents the region’s rich local maritime history. From ancient seafaring Chumash to modern-day deep-sea research, the emphasis is on human interaction with the sea, from shipwrecks to environmental efforts. | Memorial Day–Labor Day 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Labor Day–Memorial Day 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; closed Wed. 805/962-8404, sbmm.org.

Cruises Boat Rentals Private Charters Standup Paddle Boards Kayak Rentals & Kids Activities

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Stearns Wharf, a Santa Barbara icon, was built by a Vermont native in 1876 to accommodate ocean-going vessels. Once owned by Jimmy Cagney, its dramatic views of the city and the hills beyond, as well as its mix of shops and restaurants, have charmed visitors for more than a century. | State St. at Cabrillo Blvd.

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Sea Center, located on Stearns Wharf, is a participatory experience, with the look and feel of a marine science laboratory.

Among the exhibits are a simulated tide pool with surging waves and a BioLab focusing on the biology and ecology of deep-sea resources. | State St. at Cabrillo Blvd. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

805/962-2526, sbnature.org.

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Santa Barbara Arts & Crafts Show is the longest-running public weekly art show in the country, with more than 250 exhibitors, all there in person and carefully screened to ensure originality of work. | Cabrillo Blvd. between State and Calle Puerta Vallarta streets. Sun. 10 a.m. to dusk. 805/8971982, sbaacs.com. k

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Kayaking, Surfing, Paddle Boarding and More, with the ocean, mountains and countryside so near, enjoy Santa Barbara’s beautiful natural surroundings on guided kayak tours, surf trips, paragliding adventures, rock-climbing expeditions and more. | 805/884-9283, sbadventureco.com.

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Santa Barbara Zoo opened to the public in 1963 and had only seven residents. Now more than 500 animals live here, and 30 acres of lush gardens spread across a knoll overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Committed to conservation, species survival and education, the zoo is an enlightening and entertaining place to visit. | 500 Niños Dr. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. daily. 805/962-5339, santabarbarazoo.org.

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Whale Watching in Santa Barbara Channel offers a marine environment so rich that it draws visitors from throughout the world. More than 27 species of dolphins and whales delight all ages. Coastal trips depart daily February through April, and island whale watching trips depart daily May through February. | 805/882-0088, condorexpress.com.

Urban Wine Tasting Although you won’t find any vineyards in this area, these unique and eclectic wineries and tasting rooms are a great way to begin your wine-tasting journey through the area on foot, as an introduction to local wines. Many of the urban wineries have northern Santa Barbara County vineyards that are also open to visitors.

A Area 5.1

137 Anacapa St., Unit B, 805/770-7251

B Au Bon Climat

813 Anacapa St., 805/963-7999

C Armada Wine

& Beer Merchant 1129-A State St., 805/770-5912

D AVA Santa Barbara

& Wine Society 8301 Hollister Ave., Goleta, 805/968-1614

L Giessinger

Winery by the Sea 210 State St., 805/568-0820 M Grassini Family

Vineyards 813 Anacapa St., 805/897-3366

N Happy Canyon Vineyard

116 E. Yanonali St., 805/453-6768

30 El Paseo, 805/232-3549

E Blair Fox

O Jaffurs Wine Cellars

F Carr Vineyards & Winery

P Jamie Slone Wines

120 Santa Barbara St., 805/324-4230 414 N. Salsipuedes St., 805/965-7985

819 E. Montecito St., 805/962-7003

23 E. De la Guerra St., 805/560-6555

G Corks & Crowns

Q Kalyra by the Sea

H Corktree Cellars

R Kunin Wines

32 Anacapa St., 805/845-8600

212 State St., 805/965-8606

U Municipal Winemakers

22 Anacapa St., Ste. D, 805/931-6864

V MWC32

813 Anacapa St., 805/845-8435

W Oreana Winery

205 Anacapa St., 805/962-5857

X Pali Wine Company

116 E. Yanonali St., 805/560-7254 Y Riverbench

137 Anacapa St., Ste. C, 805/324-4100

Z Sanford Winery

1114 State St., 805/770-7873

AA Sanguis Wines

8 Ashley Ave., 805/845-0920 BB Santa Barbara Winery

202 Anacapa St., 805/963-3633

Wine Bar & Bistro 910 Linden Ave., Carpinteria, 805/684-1400

Tasting Room 28 Anacapa St., 805/963-9633

CC Silver Wines

S LaFond Winery

DD Summerland Wines

I Cottonwood Canyon

111 E. Yanonali St., 805/845-2020

2330 Lillie Ave., 805/565-9463

T Margerum Tasting Room 813 Anacapa St., 805/845-8435

EE Whitcraft Winery

224 Anacapa St., 805/963-1221

J Deep Sea Wine

Tasting Room 217 Stearns Wharf, 805/618-1185

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& Tasting Room 36-A S. Calle Cesar Chavez, 805/730-1680

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Funk Zone was once an industrial zone bordered by State Street, Stearns Wharf and East Beach; it is now a hotbed of homegrown artistic production. The Funk Zone is known for its eclectic wall murals, ateliers, galleries, alternative exhibition spaces, trendy artist shops and the lively Urban Wine Trail. Half the fun is each surprise that awaits you down the alley or painted on the wall in front of you! | funkzone.net.

Montecito and Points South Montecito’s densely wooded, lightly populated residential area between Santa Barbara and Summerland has attracted the privileged for more than a century, but its genesis was agrarian. Remnants of this rich heritage are still in use. The 500-acre property, on which Harleigh Johnston grew citrus trees until 1893, became San Ysidro Ranch. With the ranch’s completion in 1935 and the Montecito Inn’s in 1928, it wasn’t long before well-known captains of industry built estates, many of them incorporating the farms and ranches that had originally settled the area.

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Casa del Herrero, designed for George Steedman by the “father of the Santa Barbara style,” George Washington Smith, offers a glimpse into Montecito life in the 1930s. A splendid example of Spanish

Start Your Wine Tasting Experience at Jamie Slone Wines Colonial Revival architecture, the house—and the gardens—are National Historic Landmarks.

The gardens, covering 11 acres, were designed by noted landscape architects Ralph Stevens and Lockwood de Forest and horticulturist Frances T. Underhill. | Tours Wed. and Sat. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Reservations required. 805/5655653, casadelherrero.com.

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Ganna Walska Lotusland is a 37acre garden estate, prized for its rare and exotic plants and providing new perspectives on sustainability of nature’s offerings.

Themed gardens include topiary, bromeliad, succulent, cycad, cactus, fern, Japanese, Australian, water and a blue garden, among others. | Reservations required. Tours Wed.–Sat. 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. between Feb. 15 and Nov. 15.

805/969-9990, lotusland.org.

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Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum of Art seeks to educate students and the community about the power and value of the visual arts through physical, critical and spiritual engagement with the creative process and its results. | Westmont College, 955 La Paz Rd. Mon.–Fri. 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

805/565-6162, westmontmuseum.org.

Limited production, handcrafted wines from the best vineyards in Santa Barbara County, featuring Red Blends, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc & More.

(805) 560-6555 jamieslonewines.com 12-6pm Daily

23 E. De La Guerra Street Santa Barbara, Ca 93101 (Wine Collection of El Paseo)

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S u mm e r l a n d is just a stone’s throw off Hwy. 101 and two minutes south of Montecito, and offers the rural charm of an earlier California beach town and maintains the spirit of an artists’ colony via plentiful antique, home and garden shops, art galleries, boutiques and unpretentious eateries.

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Lookout County Park, off Lillie Avenue at Evans Avenue, is spread out on the bluffs above the beautiful Summerland Beach. From this vantage point, where full picnic facilities await, there are spectacular views of the Channel Islands. | Exit Hwy. 101 at Evans Ave.

DOWNTOWN SANTA BARBARA WINE TASTING Serving Family-Owned Handcrafted Bordeaux from Happy Canyon

C a r pinte ria is five minutes south of Montecito and Summerland. Although the city advertises itself as home to the “world’s safest beach,” visitors also come to roam the avocado-laden hills in search of the orchid fields and hothouses, for which Carpinteria is well known.

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Salt Marsh Nature Reserve, a 230acre salt marsh, is home to local and migratory waterfowl and fish and is a birder’s dream. | Exit Hwy. 101 at Linden Ave. at Sandyland Rd., turn right and drive three blocks to Ash Ave.

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Carpinteria State Beach and Bluffs are among California’s most popular destinations—the result of a broad beach and good sunning, tidepooling and fishing. Most any k

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sunny weekend, you’ll find loads of families settled in for the day. For hikers and birdwatchers, it doesn’t get much better than the Carpinteria Bluffs. | Exit Hwy. 101 at Linden Ave. Continue through town to the beach. Park on Linden Ave. or in the Carpinteria State Beach lot.

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Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club was admitted to the U.S. Polo Association in 1911 and moved to its present location shortly thereafter. The club welcomes visitors for Sunday games from May through October, with the high-goal season capped by the Gulfstream Pacific Coast Open. | 3375 Foothill Rd. 805/684-6683, sbpolo.com.

Goleta and Points North The city of Goleta and several of the area’s well-known institutions and landmarks are just 10 minutes north of Santa Barbara, including University of California Santa Barbara and two championship golf courses.

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Explore beauty and nature at Arroyo Hondo Preserve this summer!

Rich in early C alifornia history, the beautiful 782-acre canyon is filled with incredible views and wildlife. Its earliest inhabitants were the Barbareno Chumash approximately 5,000 years ago, and it was later given to Presidio commandant Jose Francisco Ortega in 1827 as part of a 26,530-acre land grant.

Sold in 1908, Arroyo Hondo was owned

by Jennie B. Hollister and her family for more than 90 years, until The Land Trust for Santa Barbara County bought the land in 2001 and created a stunning nature preserve. The nonprofit organization, founded in 1985, protects and restores nearly 23,000 acres of land in Santa Barbara County in hope of preserving and enhancing the wildlife habitats and land.

Arroyo Hondo “is a wonderful resource for education, research, recreation, community gatherings and nature connection. With the different seasons, there is always something different to see, experience and remember,” says preserve manager John Warner. Arroyo Hondo is available to students, teachers and researchers and is the perfect place to learn about California history, geology, habitats, ecosystems and more, as much of the land remains undisturbed. Student groups can tour and partake in a variety of activities, such as landscape painting and habitat restoration.

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to lead hikes, keep the trails safe and spread awareness about the restoration of the preserve and the impact human actions can have on nature.

Arroyo Hondo Preserve is open to other visitors and hikers by reservation only on the first and third full weekends of every month.

“Hikers can get away from the busy but beautiful trails above Santa Barbara to hear and see nothing but nature; usually there are just a handful of hikers on the trails at any one time.

They can stop and listen and only hear the sounds of the stream, the wind in the trees and the birds,” adds Warner.

The preserve is perfect for exploration, relaxation and activities such as the Father’s Day Campout, which offers families and visitors of all ages a chance to camp and enjoy food, music, beautiful views and more. The weekend-long event begins on Saturday, June 20, at noon. For more information and/or to purchase tickets to the Father’s Day Campout, please visitsblandtrust.org. To help protect Arroyo Hondo Preserve and learn about more volunteer opportunities, contact volunteer coordinator Sally Isaacson at 805/260-2252, email volunteer@sblandtrust.org or visit sblandtrust.org.

—Jennifer Ortiz

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South Coast Railroad Museum, housed in a restored train depot, is a magnet for train buffs. Tours of the Victorian depot, rides on the “Goleta Short Line” miniature train and exhibits are part of the experience. | 300 N. Los Carneros Rd. Wed.–Sun. 1–4 p.m. 805/964-3540, goletadepot.org.

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Goleta Beach Park, adjacent to UCSB, is favored by families and groups for its white sands and expanse of lawn with numerous barbecue and picnic table areas. The 1,500-foot-long pier accommodates boat launching facilities, fishermen and strollers. | Exit Hwy. 217 at Sandspit Rd. 805/967-1300.

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Art, Design & Architecture Museum at University of California Santa Barbara holds an impressive fine art collection with one of the largest architectural archives in North America. In addition, it engages contemporary artists in exhibits and programs. | UCSB. Wed.–Sun. Noon–5 p.m. 805/893-2951, museum.ucsb.edu.

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El Capitan and Refugio State Beaches, the mixed sand and rock beach at El Capitan links Refugio—a palmlined crescent of sand with tide pools—by

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Rancho La Patera, one of the oldest landmarks in Goleta Valley, is home to historic Stow House, a beautiful example of Carpenter Gothic architecture, and Cavalletto History Education Center, which focuses on Goleta’s ranching and agricultural history. | 304 N. Los Carneros Rd. Sat.–Sun. 1–4 p.m. and by appointment. 805/681-7216, goletahistory.org.

beach, bluff and bike trails. Both are popular beach campgrounds. | From Hwy. 101, exit the northernmost El Capitan exit and/or Refugio Rd. 805/968-1033, 800/444-7275, parks.ca.gov.

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Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes, the Dunes Center at 1055 Guadalupe St. should be the first stop in the exploration of the largest dune complex in the state. Exit Main Street in Santa Maria off Hwy. 101 approximately 75 miles north of Santa Barbara, continue nine miles to Hwy. 1 (Guadalupe Street) and turn right. | Thurs.–Sun. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 805/343-2455, dunescenter.org.

Santa Ynez Mountains and Valley Areas The valley is historically rich and geographically diverse. The most scenic route to this beautiful area from Santa Barbara is by Hwy. 154 (San Marcos Pass). In the valley, vineyards dot the landscape, many with tasting rooms.

Please refer to our winery guide.

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Cachuma Lake Recreation Area provides 750 campsites just 25 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara. Full marina, boat launch, rental boats, fishing equipment and licenses are available. Nature cruises led by park naturalists provide an educational look at the wildlife, birds (including bald eagles) and plants that make Cachuma such a rich habitat. | Hwy. 154. 805/686-5054, sbparks.org.

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Elverhøj Museum of History & Art is housed in a historic handcrafted structure built in a style derived from the large farmhouses of 18th century Denmark. Visitors can view Solvang’s history through photos, artifacts and video displays; enjoy exhibits celebrating the Danish-American pioneer spirit and the colorful heritage of Denmark. | Wed.–Thurs. 1–4 p.m.; Fri.–Sun. Noon–4 p.m.

1624 Elverhoy Way. 805/686-1211, elverhoj.org.

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Wildling Art Museum, an educational institution dedicated to presenting art of America’s wilderness, is a place to gain a greater appreciation of art and a better understanding of the importance of preserving our natural heritage. | 1511-B Mission Dr., 805/688-1082, wildlingmuseum.org.

Santa Ynez, Ballard & Los Olivos

inns and restaurants that epitomize the region’s signature wine country cuisine.

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Chumash Casino Resort is a casino and hotel and spa located in the heart of Santa Barbara wine country that is owned by Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians. Guests can stay the night in the luxury 106-room Four Diamond-rated hotel, eat at the Four Diamond rated-Willows restaurant, enjoy big name shows and get pampered at the resort spa, the largest in Santa Ynez Valley. | 3400 California 246, Santa Ynez. 805/686-0855, chumashcasino.com.

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Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum celebrates the rich history of the Santa Ynez Valley, its pioneering settlers and the five early townships that formed the foundation of this unique region. | Open Wed.– Sun. noon–4 p.m. 3596 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez.

805/688-7889, santaynezmuseum.org.

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These small, charming towns look like they belong in the pages of a book on the history of the west and are world-renowned for their vineyards, equestrian culture, art galleries,

Ballard Little Schoolhouse, built in 1882, is an historic slice of classic Americana and still serves as a kindergarten classroom. | 2425 School St., Ballard. 805/6884812, ballardschool.org. 

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Solvang With a population of nearly 5,000, Solvang (“sunny field” in Danish) is the largest city in Santa Ynez Valley. Founded in 1911 by Danish educators from the Midwest, Solvang is considered the “Danish Capital of North America.”

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Solvang Festival Theater, a 700-seat historic outdoor theater, presents excellent productions staged by Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts (PCPA), a combination of professional actors and advanced students, as well as other concerts and events. Open June through October. | 420 2nd St. 805/686-1789, solvangfestivaltheater.com.

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Old Mission Santa Inés is the 19th of 21 missions built in California from 1769 to 1836 by Spanish Franciscan priests.

Founded September 17, 1804 by Padre Estevan Tapis, it was the first European settlement in Santa Ynez Valley and still displays artifacts preserved from the Mission era. | 1760 Mission Dr. at Hwy. 246. 805/688-4815, missionsantaines.org.

Journey to the Danish town of Solvang, located just 35 miles outside of Santa Barbara in the heart of the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley. You’ll gain a whole new perspective on the world.

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For more information about local wineries and events, contact the Santa Barbara Vintners at 800/218-0881 or visit sbcountywines.com.

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Visitors Centers 1639 Copenhagen Dr., Solvang 597 Avenue of the Flags, Buellton

Santa Barbara County vineyards grow exceptional grapes, and now, after more than 40 years of experimentation with an incredible diversity of microclimates and soil types, growers and winemakers know a lot about what to plant and where those vines thrive best—and a host of talented vintners transform those grapes into world-class wines. Santa Barbara County has at least 175 wineries and tens of thousands of planted acres, highlighted here are more than 100 that offer the wine tasting experience.

Wineries with a (T) designation are tasting rooms only, while locations with a (V) designation offer the opportunity to taste wine at the vineyards.

A (G) designation is for wines with environmentally friendly practices (organic, biodynamic, SIP certification).

Los Alamos Valley

United States (in 1981) and the first in Santa Barbara County. With its east-west valley and river lands, this scenic area has a climate that leads to early bud break and a long ripening season for the grapes.

Lompoc The ever-growing numbers of urban wineries and tasting rooms in Lompoc are Santa Barbara County’s most western tasting region and are primarily located in the industrial park affectionately known as the “Wine Ghetto.”

Ampelos (T) (G) 312 N. 9th St., 805/736-9957

Cambria Winery & Vineyard (V) (G) 5475 Chardonnay Ln., 805/937-8091 Costa De Oro (V) 1331 S. Nicholson Ave., 805/922-1468 1

Arcadian Winery/Bratcher Winery (T) 1515 E. Chestnut Ave., #B, 805/737-3900 Brewer-Clifton (T) 329 N. "F" St., 805/735-9184 Fiddlehead Cellars (T) 1597 E. Chestnut Ave., 805/742-0204 Flying Goat Cellars (T) 1520 E. Chestnut Ct., #A, 805/736-9032

Babcock Winery & Vineyards

Thirty years ago, Bryan Babcock was one of the characters who lit the fuse of Santa Barbara’s wine explosion. Today, at his family’s 110 acre ranch in the heart of the Sta. Rita Hills, he continues to mix the venerable with the progressive, and is known for radical farming, classic single-terroir winemaking, and an industrial chic atmosphere in the tasting room.

5175 E. Hwy. 246, 805/736-1455 babcockwinery.com

La Montagne Winery (T) 1509 E. Chestnut Ave., 805/291-6643 Hillard Bruce (by appointment) (V) 2097 Vineyard View Ln., 805/736-5366

Scott Cellars (T) 316 N. "F" St., 805/736-6161

Huber Vineyards & Cellars (V) 4892 Hapgood Rd., 805/736-3854

Transcendance (T) 313 N. “F” St., 805/689-5258

Melville Vineyards & Winery (V) 5185 E. Hwy. 246, 805/735-7030

Zotovich Cellars (T) 300 N. 12th St. #1D, 805/736-1600

Sanford Winery & Vineyards (V) 5010 Santa Rosa Rd., 800/426-9463

Lompoc/Sta. Rita Hills

Star Lane (V) 1280 Drum Canyon Rd., 866/652-8430

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5175 E. Hwy. 246, 805/736-1455 Recommended Tastings: 2013 The Limit Chardonnay; 2012 Slice Of Heaven Pinot Noir; 2011 Syrah, Upper Crust; 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon, Block 15 Tasting room hours: 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Dierberg/Star Lane/Three Saints (V) 1280 Drum Canyon Rd., 805/697-1466 Foley Estates Vineyard & Winery 6121 E. Hwy. 246, 805/737–6222

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Foxen Winery & Vineyard (V) (G) 7600 Foxen Canyon Rd., 805/937-4251 Kenneth Volk Vineyards (V) 5230 Tepusquet Rd., 805/938-7896 Presqu'ile Winery & Vineyards (V) (G) 5391 Presquile Dr., 805/937-8110 Rancho Sisquoc Winery (V) 6600 Foxen Canyon Rd., 805/934-4332 Riverbench Vineyard & Winery (V) (G) 6020 Foxen Canyon Rd., 805/937-8340

Palmina (T) 1520 E. Chestnut Ct., 805/735-2030

The eastern gateway to the Sta. Rita Hills appellation is Buellton, while Lompoc lies as the western gateway. Sta. Rita Hills is home to the most extreme cool-climate vineyards in the area, growing primarily Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, along with other interesting cool-climate wines.

Cottonwood Canyon Vineyard & Winery 3940 Dominion Rd., 805/937-8463

Tres Hermanas Winery (V) 9660 Foxen Canyon Rd., 805/937-8451

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Los Alamos Western hospitality meets world class wine in the picturesque town of Los Alamos.

Bedford Winery (T) 448-A Bell St., 805/344-2107 Casa Dumetz Wines (T) 388 Bell St., 805/344-1900 Martian Ranch & Vineyard (V) 9110 Alisos Canyon, 805/344-1804

Santa Maria Valley The Santa Maria Valley American Viticultural Area was the third AVA established in the

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Lafond Winery & Vineyards

Long known as Santa Barbara’s tastemaker, Pierre Lafond founded Santa Barbara County’s first winery since prohibition (now located downtown, two blocks from the beach). His 65 acres in the Sta. Rita Hills and 30 acres across the river have produced medal-awarded Syrah, Chardonnay, and a Pinot Noir that “is truly an expression” of the Sta. Rita Hills appellation.

6855 Santa Rosa Rd., 805/688-7921 lafondwinery.com

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Los Olivos The historic village of Los Olivos is now a hub for tasting rooms, interspersed with art galleries, boutique shops and cafés. This is a great place to park your car, stroll the tasting rooms and shops, enjoy a little lunch or dinner and just relax! Or drive a few minutes north to enjoy the rustic outdoor beauty of the bucolic Foxen Canyon Wine Trail.

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Andrew Murray Vineyards

Andrew Murray—a grape-growing pioneer and Rhône varietal visionary in Santa Barbara County—founded his winery in 1990, planting a hillside vineyard dedicated exclusively to Rhône varieties. Recently, after an extensive remodel, he moved into the former Curtis Winery on the Foxen Canon Wine Trail and opened for daily tours and tastings of his critically acclaimed wines.

5249 Foxen Canyon Rd., 805/686-9604 AndrewMurrayVineyards.com

Alta Maria Vineyards (T) 2933 Grand Ave., Ste. A, 805/686-1144 3 Andrew Murray Vineyards

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5249 Foxen Canyon Rd., 805/686-9604 Recommended Tastings: 2013 Enchante White Blend of Roussanne & Grenache Blanc; 2012 Grenache Terra Bella Vineyard; 2013 Esp`erance Red Blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre; 2013 Syrah Tous les Jours Tasting room hours: 10:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Alexander & Wayne (T) 2922 Grand Ave., 805/688-9665

Ballard This charming wine country inn offers a selection of difficult to find boutique wines produced locally by family owned, small production wineries.

Ballard Inn Tasting Room (T) 2436 E. Baseline Ave., 805/688-7770

Buellton The largest custom-crush operation in the area shares geography with tasting rooms in Buellton, located just off Hwy. 101, it’s the eastern gateway to the Sta. Rita Hills area.

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2670 Ontiveros Rd., 805/688-8664.

Recommended Tastings: 2012 Cuvee Le Bec Santa Ynez Valley Red Wine; 2012 Purisima Mountain Vineyard Syrah Ballard Canyon; 2011 Purisima Mountain Vineyard Grenache Santa Ynez Valley; 2011 Purisima Mountain Vineyard Syrah Block Six Santa Ynez Valley Tasting room hours: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Bernat Vineyards & Winery/ Los Olivos Wine Merchant (T) 2879 Grand Ave., 805/794-5217 Blair Fox Cellars (T) 2902-B San Marcos Ave., 805/691-1678

Carina Cellars (T) 2900-A Grand Ave., 805/688-2459 Cimarone and 3CV (T) 2982 Grand Ave., 805/688-8011 Cinque Stelle Wineries (T) 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave., 805/686-4101 Consilience, Marianello & Tre Anelli Wines 2923 Grand Ave., 805/691-1020

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Dragonette Cellars (T) 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave., 805/693-0077

Hartley Ostini Hitching Post Wines (T) 406 E. Hwy. 246, 805/688-8403 Ken Brown Wines (T) (G) 157 W. Hwy. 246, 805/688-9400

Epiphany Cellars (T) 2974 Grand Ave., 805/686-2424 4

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6855 Santa Rosa Rd., 805/688-7921 Recommended Tastings: 2013 Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay; 2013 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir; 2012 Sta. Rita Hills Syrah; 2011 Lafond Vineyard Pinot Noir Tasting room hours: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mosby Winery (V) 9496 Santa Rosa Rd., 805/688-2415

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Carhartt Vineyard (T) 2990-A Grand Ave., 805/693-5100

Demetria (by appointment) (V) 6701 Foxen Canyon Rd., 805/686-2345

Cold Heaven (T) 92-A Second St., 805/686-1343

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Byron (T) (G) 2367 Alamo Pintado Ave., 805/938-7365

Daniel Gehrs Wines (T) 2939 Grand Ave., 805/693-9686

Avant Tapas & Wine (24 wineries under one roof) (T) 35 Industrial Way, 805/686-4742

Point Concepción (T) 420 E. Hwy 245, 805/691-1300

Brander Vineyard (V) 2401 N. Refugio Rd., 805/688-2455

Coquelicot Estate Winery (T) (G) 2884 Grand Ave., 805/688-1500

Alma Rosa Winery (T) (G) 181 Industrial Way, 805/688-9090

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Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard

“After celebrating our 25th anniversary as a family owned and operated winery, the Fess Parker family recently completed an upgraded hospitality venue on our property. We invite you to visit and enjoy the outdoor fireplace, tasting bar, expanding seating area, and an array of elevated tasting options presented by our wine educators. ”

—Tim Snider, President, Fess Parker Winery.

6200 Foxen Canyon Rd., 688-1545 fessparkerwines.com

Arthur Earl Winery (T) 2922 Grand Ave., 805/693-1771 Artiste Winery & Tasting Studio 2948 Grand Ave., 805/686-2626

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Beckmen Vineyards

Founded in 1994 by Tom and Steve Beckmen, this family-run, estate winery has emerged as a premier producer of Rhône varietal wines. In 1996, to create a world-class estate vineyard program, the Beckmens complemented the original 40acre vineyard with an unplanted 365-acre ranch, ultimately named the Purisma Mountain Vineyard, which is devoted to biodynamic farming.

2670 Ontiveros Rd., 805/688-8664 beckmenvineyards.com

Evans Ranch (Gainey) (T) 2901 Grand Ave., 805/424-6398 5 Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard (V) 6200 Foxen Canyon Rd., 805/688-1545 Recommended Tastings: Pinot Noir, Sta. Rita Hills 2012; Ashley’s Chardonnay, Sta. Rita Hills 2013; Rodney’s Vineyard Syrah, 2012; The Big Easy, red blend, 2012 Tasting room hours: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Firestone Vineyard (V) 5017 Zaca Station Rd., 805/688-3940 J Ludlow Vineyard (T) 2890 Grand Ave., 805/688-8989

restaurants and wine tasting rooms, with vineyards in the northern part of town.

Kaena (T) 2890 Grand Ave., 805/688-4069 6 Koehler Winery (V) 5360 Foxen Canyon Rd., 805/693-8384 Recommended Tastings: 2010 Magia Nera; 2010 Reserve Syrah; 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon; 2013 Sauvignon Blanc Tasting room hours: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Blackjack Ranch (T) 2205 Alamo Pintado Rd., 805/686-4492 Buttonwood Farm Winery (V) 1500 Alamo Pintado Rd., 805/688-3032 Carivintas Winery (T) 476 First St., 805/693-4331

Longoria Wines (T) 2935 Grand Ave., 805/688-0305 Los Olivos General Store/Larner Wines 2900 Grand Ave., 805/688-8148

Casa Cassara (T) 1607 Mission Dr., 805/688-8691

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Los Olivos Tasting Room/Brophy Clark Cellars 2905 Grand Ave., 805/688-7406

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Qupé, Verdad & Ethan (T) (G) 2963-B Grand Ave., 805/686-4200 Refugio Ranch (T) 2990 Grand Ave., 805/688-5400 Saarloos & Sons (T) 2971 Grand Ave., 805/688-1200 SAMsARA (T) 2446 Alamo Pintado Ave., #A, 805/331-2292 Sandhi/The Watering Hole (by appointment) (T) 2329 Jonata Ave., 805/688-1341

Roblar Winery & Vineyards

Nestled into an oak tree-studded, 40-acre vineyard, this grand lodge-style winery was built to reflect the rustic, authentic and bold spirt of the surrounding Santa Ynez Valley. The 5,000 sq. ft. tasting room, complete with an indoor-outdoor stone fireplace and trellised patio overlooking expansive gardens, offers a special tasting option: chef-prepared bites of food to be enjoyed with the wine.

3010 Roblar Ave., 805/686-2603 roblarwines.com

Dascomb Cellars (T) 1659-C Copenhagen Dr., 805/691-9175 The Good Life/Baehner Fournier 1672 Mission Dr., 805/688-7111

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Lincourt Vineyards (V) 1711 Alamo Pintado Rd., 805/688-8554 Lions Peak (T) 1659 Copenhagen Dr., 805/693-5466 Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards (T) 1645 Copenhagen Dr., 805/686-9336 Presidio Winery (T) (G) 1603 Copenhagen Dr. #1, 805/693-8585

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Rideau Vineyards (V) 1562 Alamo Pintado Rd., 805/688-0717

Tercero Wines (T) 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave., 805/245-9584

Anchored by the town of Santa Ynez to the southeast—which includes several tasting opportunities—many of the wineries in this region are set on their estate properties.

Peaceful and rolling vistas of ranches and farms mingle with vineyards and tasting rooms along the country roads.

Tessa Marie Wines (E&TWines) (T) 2901-C Grand Ave., 805/688-6081

Bridlewood Estate Winery (V) 3555 Roblar Ave., 805/688-9000

Shoestring Vineyard & Winery 800 E. Hwy. 246, 805/693-8612

Toretti Family Vineyard (T) 2933 San Marcos Ave., #101, 805/688-8002

Fontes & Phillips Wines (T) 3630 Sagunto St., 805/688-2200

Sort This Out Cellars (T) 1636 Copenhagen Dr., 805/688-1717

Zaca Mesa Winery (V) 6905 Foxen Canyon Rd., 805/688-9339

Gainey Vineyard (V) 3950 E. Hwy. 246, 805/688-0558

Toccata (T) 1665 Copenhagen Dr., 805/686-9336

Stolpman Vineyards & Winery (T) 2434 Alamo Pintado Ave., 805/688-0400 Tensley Wines (T) 2900-B Grand Ave., 805/688-6761

Imagine Wine Art Gallery 3563 Numancia St. #103, 805/688-1769

Royal Oaks Winery (T) 1651 Copenhagen Dr., 805/693-1740 Rusack Vineyards (V) 1819 Ballard Canyon Rd., 805/688-1278 Sevtap Winery (T) 1576 Copenhagen Dr., 805/693-9200 (V)

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Kalyra Winery (V) 343 N. Refugio Rd., 805/693-8864 7 Roblar Winery & Vineyards (V) 3010 Roblar Ave., 805/686-2603 Recommended Tastings: 2012 Sta. Rita Hills; Chardonnay; 2012 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir; 2011 Grassetto; 2011 Santa Ynez Valley Syrah Tasting room hours: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

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Koehler Winery

Located on a beautiful 100-acre estate along the celebrated Foxen Canyon Trail, this spectacular property, once owned by one of the most successful TV producers in history, was acquired by the Koehler family in 1997. Today, as one of the Trail’s most popular stops, guests can taste in one of several outdoor settings, each offering impressive views of the estate and vineyard grounds.

5360 Foxen Canyon Rd., 805/693-8384 koehlerwinery.com

8 Sunstone Vineyards & Winery (V) (G) 125 N. Refugio Rd., 805/688-9463 Recommended Tastings: 2012 Chardonnay, SBC; 2012 Pinot Noir, SBC; 2011 Merlot Reserve, SYV; 2012 Milestone Estate SYV Tasting room hours: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

William James Cellars (T) (G) 3640 Sagunto St., 805/478-9412

Solvang “The Danish Capital of America,” Solvang is a quaint village of shops, parks, hotels, bakeries,

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Sunstone Vineyards & Winery

Committed to growing wine grapes without the use of herbicides, pesticides, or synthetic fungicides since the initial planting in 1990, Sunstone’s 28-acre estate vineyard, certified organic by the CA Certified Organic Farmers, produces wine from from “a vineyard in harmony with Earth’s cycles throughout the year.” A suite, or the entire Sunstone Villa (above), is available to rent.

125 N. Refugio Rd., 805/688-9463 sunstonewinery.com

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Photos by A my Barnard

It’s only appropriate that in addition to being sweet, juicy and a stunning ruby-red color, strawberries are also slightly heart shaped.

We do love them madly. And all that love and red brings in a lot of green—strawberries are big biz in Santa Barbara County, reigning as top crop with a gross value of $464 million in 2013.

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The sweet taste of success in strawberry growing, especially in the Santa Maria Valley, is thanks to our mild Mediterranean climate, with warm, sunny days, cool nights and a bit of fog, along with new varieties producing bigger yields. Tom Shepherd, who has been farming organically in the Santa Barbara area since 1973, is excited about the Albion, a variety that he describes as “a combination of a firmer commercial-type berry and a soft, juicy, sweet Chandler.”

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means luscious local strawberries are front and center at farmers’ markets, roadside stands and some grocery store produce sections for much of the year. They sell like hotcakes (mmm…strawberry pancakes, anyone?) and strong demand prompts growers to increase their acreage and production as much as possible. Danny Gresser, vice president of Central West Produce, notes that although strawberry production is dependent on weather, they are “constantly rotating and trying new varieties—we see how they do and monitor them. We’ll continue to grow to meet the increase in demand.”

And just in case we need any more reason to gobble these mouthwatering red gems, strawberries are packed with vitamins, fiber and high levels of antioxidants known as polyphenols. They’re sodium free, fat free, cholesterol free and super low in calories. Fun fact: one serving (about eight strawberries) provides more Vitamin C than an orange.

Strawberries are also models of versatility, go-to ingredients in both sweet and savory preparations. Who doesn’t love them dipped in chocolate or double dipped in brown sugar and sour cream? But they also pair well with charcuterie and cheeses for an antipasto and brighten a balsamic glaze for pork roast or fish. Stars in decadent pastries and desserts, strawberries are also scrumptious when stirred into yogurt, swirled in a smoothie, tossed in a salad, or just eaten straight up.

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Field to Table…and Bar A bushel of local restaurants and bars spotlight the berries,

featuring them in farm-to-table dishes and farm-to-bar cocktails.

Avery Hardin, executive chef at Scarlett Begonia, combines blanched fava beans, soft herbs, scallops and pork belly with compressed strawberries, black pepper and fresh lemon juice for an inventive offering.

And to drink? Restaurateur and award-winning barkeep Alvaro Rojas, owner of Alcazar and Milk & Honey, offers up “Strawberry Fields Forever,” a supremely sip-able craft cocktail concocted by Kelly Jo Frazier and Jason Deits at Alcazar. “We’ll be able to serve the cocktail as often as we can make it to market and find tasty strawberries suited for it,” promises Rojas.

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also star in elegant strawberry shortcake at Downey’s. John Downey, chef and co-owner with his wife, Liz, notes, “We make biscuits using a James Beard recipe and marinate farmers’ market strawberries in a little fresh orange juice. We dunk the surface of the biscuit in strawberry juice—it’s important to keep it nice and juicy.

It’s served with homemade vanilla bean ice cream or crème fraiche…and a splash of Grand Marnier by special request.”

Another berry-licious dessert in town is the popular phyllo crisp at waterfront bistro Toma. Tom Dolan, co-owner with his wife, Vicki, says, “When the phyllo crisp arrives at the table, guests admire the golden, flaky phyllo dome, bright berry sauce and crème anglaise—it’s really a beautiful package—but I encourage them to dig in! Then they find the surprise of creamy strawberry mousse, crunchy pistachios and fresh strawberries inside.” 

STR AWBERRY AVOCADO SAL SA Shepherd Farms (pictured) Perfect over fish or on whole romaine leaves or with chips for a colorful appetizer 1 cup finely chopped strawberries 1/4 cup finely chopped peeled avocado 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 teaspoons finely chopped seeded jalapeño pepper 1/4 teaspoon sugar Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl; toss gently. Serve immediately.

Str awberry Fields Forever Alcazar, Kelly Jo Frazier and Jason Deits One large ripe strawberry, muddled 1 1/2 oz bourbon 1/2 oz Carpano Antica 1/8 oz (or bar spoon) Luxardo Maraschino 1/2 oz lemon juice 1/2 oz agave syrup Instructions: Shake all ingredients and strain into a coupe. Garnish with fresh strawberry.

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- Boathouse at Hendry’s Beach (Seafood) serves locally caught, fresh seafood specialties.

Dine inside or al fresco with one of the best ocean views in Santa Barbara.

Full bar and regional wine list. 2981 Cliff Dr., 805/898-2628. $$–$$$

Brophy Bros. (Seafood) has long been one of Santa Barbara’s most popular eateries and is located at the harbor, with excellent views. You’ll find great shellfish cocktails and fresh fish here.

119 Harbor Way, 805/966-4418. $$

Chuck’s Waterfront Grill (Steaks and Seafood) serves prime-grade top sirloin steaks and Australian lobster tail among many other delicious offerings.

The restaurant’s lively upstairs extension,

The Endless Summer bar-café (Seafood), has two terraces for al fresco dining on more casual fare. 113 Harbor Way, 805/564-1200. $$–$$$

Eladio’s (Californian) is opposite the entry to Stearns Wharf and offers casual California comfort cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 1 State St., 805/963-4466. $$$ The Harbor Restaurant and Longboard’s Grill (Seafood) on Stearns Wharf are two different experiences from one great vantage point. The Harbor is a romantic oceanview restaurant and Longboard’s is a noisy, energy-packed bar and grill. 210 Stearns Wharf, 805/963-3311. $$–$$$

- Santa Barbara FisHouse (Seafood) serves fresh local fish in a lively setting. Gathering with friends on the dining terrace with ocean views is the perfect way to start the weekend. Be sure to order lobster during the season from these “lobster specialists.” 101 E. Cabrillo Blvd., 805/966-2112. $$$

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as cold-smoked beef tartare, served with pico de gallo ingredients and pinquito beans. Dinner daily, closed Wed. Weekend brunch. 205 W. Canon Perdido St., 805/963-9591. $$-$$$

Santa Barbara Shellfish Co. (Seafood) is a fun, no-frills seafoodlover’s paradise. Select your dinner fresh from the tanks or that day’s catch just steps from the ocean. 230 Stearns Wharf, 805/966-6676. $$

Shoreline Beach Café (Seafood) is a lively, open-air beach restaurant.

Salads, burgers, fish tacos, fresh seafood and vegetarian items are served daily. Breakfast served on weekends.

801 Shoreline Dr., 805/568-0064. $$

Toma Restaurant and Bar (Italian) is a romantic spot to savor excellent Italian and Mediterranean dishes from Santa Barbara’s seasonal bounty while enjoying warm and attentive service and a view of the enchanting Santa Barbara harbor. 324 W. Cabrillo Blvd., 805/962-0777. $$-$$$

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Benchmark Eatery (Seafood, American) is a casual eatery that does American fare proud, with everything from soul-satisfying pastas, pizzas, grilled ahi and fish and chips to fresh salads to juicy burgers and generous sandwiches.

1201 State St., 805/845-2600, $-$$ Black Sheep (Californian) has a cool, casual vibe, but serves seriously good farm-to-table food. Try scallop crudo, roasted bone marrow or re-constructed chicken stuffed with walnuts and dried apricots. 26 E. Ortega St., 805/965-1113, $$$

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casually elegant “neighborhood joint” serving a savory variety of fresh-catch seafood and staples like mussels, chowder and calamari. 608 Anacapa St., 805/845-2800. $$–$$$

to the slow food movement, serving organic and sustainable foods from pizza and pasta to seafood and Spanish fare. Don’t miss its creative libations as well as classics. 20 E. Cota St., 805/899-4694. $$

Arigato Sushi (Japanese) provides

bouchon (Californian) serves “Santa

designer sushi from inventive chefs.

Daily specials explore the limitless varieties of this Japanese delicacy.

1225 State St., 805/965-6074. $$$

Barbara Wine Country” cuisine complemented by a remarkable wine list that includes more than 50 Central Coast wines by the glass. Open for dinner nightly. 9 W. Victoria St., 805/730-1160. $$$

Arnoldi’s Café (Italian) specializes in traditional homestyle Italian cuisine, featuring the freshest local produce and seafood, imported Italian meats, cheeses and olive oils, as well as an extensive wine list, bocce courts and a heated patio.

600 Olive St., 805/962-5394. $$$ Barbareño (Californian) specializes in Santa Barbara-centric dishes with a contemporary twist.

The food is a modern interpretation of traditional dishes that are rooted in the area. The farmers’ marketdriven menu changes weekly—think re-imagined Santa Maria barbecue

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Ca’Dario (Italian) promises fine Italian cuisine, whether pasta, fish or fowl—don’t miss the ravioli pillows with brown butter and sage sauce and, when in season, grilled asparagus wrapped with pancetta—and an extensive wine list. A few doors down, Ca’Dario Pizzeria features a tasty array of pizzas, including gluten-free options.

37 E. Victoria St., 805/884-9419. $$$ Cádiz (Mediterranean) is a lovely spot to enjoy tapas and artisanal cheeses on the patio or a full course meal in the dining room. Open daily for dinner.

509 State St., 805/770-2760. $$–$$$

Carlitos Café y Cantina (Mexican) offers exciting regional Mexican cuisine and 100% blue agave Margaritas, along with fresh, imaginative Mexican grilled specialties that borrow from Pueblo, Mayan and Aztec cultures.

1324 State St., 805/962-7117. $$ Casa Blanca Restaurant & Cantina (Mexican) is a fun Mexican hot spot with killer Margaritas, tasty tacos, ample enchiladas and other classic south-of-the-border inspired fare. 330 State St., 805/845-8966. $$

China Pavilion (Chinese) features high-quality traditional Chinese food, as well as a delicious dim sum brunch on weekends. 1201 Chapala St., 805/560-6028. $$

Cielito Restaurant (Mexican) indulges your senses with its beautiful courtyard patio and inviting dining room in historic La Arcada. Sample antojitos, or “small cravings,” perfect for sharing along with the raw bar’s piquant ceviches and fresh shellfish.

1114 State St., 805/965-4770. $$–$$$

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Downey’s (Californian) is an intimate restaurant that has received numerous accolades and is widely considered one of California’s finest.

With just 14 tables and a menu that changes daily, owner/chef John Downey creates matchless nouvelle cuisine.

Open for dinner only, Tues. through Sun. 1305 State St., 805/966-5006. $$$$

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El Paseo Restaurant (Mexican) oozes with the character of old Mexico and old Santa Barbara.

The bar—with great Margaritas—is separated from the festive dining room by large archways, beyond which are a courtyard and a fountain. 813 Anacapa St., 805/962-6050. $$–$$$ Enterprise Fish Co. (Seafood) is one of Santa Barbara’s largest and busiest seafood restaurants. In an exhilarating,

nautical atmosphere are an oyster bar and a variety of fresh fish that are mesquite-broiled and served at reasonable prices. 225 State St., 805/962-3313. $$

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Finch & Fork (Californian) in the Canary Hotel offers hearty items like buttermilk fried chicken and lighter fare, complete with farm-fresh salads, fresh oysters and yummy flatbreads. 31 W. Carrillo St., 805/879-9100. $$–$$$ The Hungry Cat (Seafood) is a bustling bistro featuring a raw seafood bar, handmade cocktails and seafood specialties from local waters. Lunch and dinner are served daily; brunch served weekends.

1134 Chapala St., 805/884-4701. $$$$ Intermezzo Bar/Café (Californian) serves local wines on tap, craft cocktails and light fare such as burgers, flatbreads, salads and desserts ‘til late. An array of small plates to share— including cheese and charcuterie offerings, oysters, mussels, steak bites and the most amazing crispy cauliflower—make this a perfect pre- or post-theater stop. 819 Anacapa St., 805/966-9463. $$–$$$

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Jane (Californian) offers upscale, fresh, tasty fare that runs the gamut from huge seasonal salads and gourmet burgers to fish and chips with chipotle ketchup and creamy dill. 1311 State St., 805/962-1311. $$ Joe’s Café (American) is a Santa Barbara icon known for its stiff cocktails and raucous atmosphere. The menu of American classics includes steaks, sandwiches and Mexican specialties.

Lunch and dinner served daily; breakfast served weekends. 536 State St., 805/966-4638. $$ Julienne (Californian) features an ever-changing menu at this little gem of a restaurant focusing on fresh food from local fields and farmers’ markets. Open Tues.–Sun. for dinner. 138 E. Canon Perdido St., 805/845-6488. $$$ The Lark (American) delights with Chef Jason Paluska’s sophisticated family-style plates designed to share and made with the freshest possible local “farm-to-fork” ingredients, along with creative cocktails and a wonderful wine selection. Dinner, Tues. through Sun. 131 Anacapa St., 805/284-0370. $$–$$$

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Les Marchands (French) is the perfect place to discover expertly chosen wines from around the world and enjoy tastes with locally-sourced bites and traditional French fare pairings in a relaxing, Funk Zone atmosphere, free of intimidation. 131 Anacapa St. Suite B, 805/284-0380. $–$$$ Louie’s (Californian), located inside the Upham Hotel, reflects the charm and tradition of its location.

You’ll find extraordinary fresh seafood, pastas, filet mignon and a changing menu of specialties.

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EAT dining out Lucky Penny (Californian), a freestanding foodcounter-meets-artisan-bakery, offers a take-away hub of bakery goods, coffees, fresh-pressed juices, wood-fired pizzas and delightful snacks, which can be enjoyed on the go or in the courtyard.

127 Anacapa St., 805/284-0358. $–$$

At Barbareño we seek to help further shape and define Central Coast cuisine. We take our inspiration from traditions and specialties of our area, delicacies unique to our region, and the many outstanding purveyors with whom we are so fortunate to work.

Saturday, Sunday Brunch coming in May!

Olio e Limone (Italian) uses only the freshest ingredients for simply delicious preparations.

Tuck into a plate of housemade ravioli filled with roasted eggplant and goat cheese, topped with a fresh tomato and basil sauce and shaved ricotta salata. Olio Pizzeria offers a casual pizza bar, wine and cocktails next door, while Olio Crudo Bar offers cocktails and sashimi with an Italian accent! 11 W. Victoria St., 805/899-2699. $$$ Opal (Californian) is a classic European-style bistro serving eclectic California cuisine complemented by a wood-burning pizza oven, an extensive wine list and full bar. 1325 State St., 805/966-9676. $$ The Palace Grill (Cajun) is a place resonating with jazz music that creates the perfect setting for spicy food and spirited service to chase the blues away. 8 E. Cota St., 805/963-5000. $$–$$$

Paradise Café (American) is located downtown in a unique old building with wall murals from the 1940s. It has one of Santa Barbara’s favorite patios for dining and a bar that will take you back in time with cocktails of your choice and a well-selected wine and beer list. 702 Anacapa St., 805/962-4416. $$

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Petit Valentien (French), with its quaint atmosphere and intimate setting, is hidden away in a small corner of La Arcada. Be sure to check out the prix fixe menu only available on Sundays. 1114 State St., 805/966-0222. $$

Petros (Greek) is home to Hellenic-California cuisine and one of the prettiest patios in town. Owner Petros Benekos gives traditional Hellenic recipes a contemporary California spin. 1316 State St., 805/899-9100. $$–$$$

Piano Riviera Lounge (French, Mediterranean) offers live entertainment and menu of gastropub dishes, from steamed clams and black mussels to decadent burgers, mac ‘n’ cheese and a variety of sweet and savory crepes. 129 E. Anapamu St., 805/882-0050. $$-$$$

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Seagrass (Seafood) is a fine-dining seafood restaurant that specializes in celebrating coastal cuisine, and is renowned for its high level of service.

Seagrass sources ingredients from organic farms and Santa Barbara’s sustainable local bounty. Dinner Tues.–Sun. 30 E. Ortega St., 805/963-1012. $$$$ Sojourner Café (Californian) has been nourishing the Santa Barbara community since 1978. “The Soj” offers an extensive menu of salads, sandwiches

and soups as well as globally-inspired dishes like golden Indian dahl and African vegetable ground nut stew. Lunch and dinner served daily. 134 E. Canon Perdido St., 805/965-7922. $–$$

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Trattoria Vittoria (Italian) is a longtime local’s favorite spot to linger over a romantic evening or dinner with friends. Featuring traditional pasta dishes, as well as fresh seafood and meats.

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Wine Cask (Californian) in the historic El Paseo complex offers a beautiful spot to enjoy fine dining and exceptional service in a relaxed setting. Don’t miss the stellar wine selections, including an impressive variety of local wines on tap. 813 Anacapa St., 805/966-9463. $$$

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Belmond El Encanto (Coastal-Californian) presents California coastal cuisine and seasonal favorites from executive chef Leo Andres Ayala, featuring specialties like fresh local oysters, pan seared diver scallops and short ribs sous vide alongside stunning Santa Barbara views. Sit under the stars on the terrace or in the elegant dining room.

800 Alvarado Pl., 805/845-5800. $$$-$$$$

Café Stella (French-American) is perched across from Santa Barbara Golf Club and is a neighborhood hot spot for breakfast, lunch, dinner and happy hour— try the juicy burgers on brioche buns or heart-warming coq au vin. 3302 McCaw Ave., 805/569-7698. $$

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Chuck’s of Hawaii (American) is the home of California’s first salad bar and offers awardwinning steaks and fresh seafood right from the grill. 3888 State St., 805/687-4417. $$

- Crocodile Restaurant (Italian/Californian), a local’s secret found at the Lemon Tree Inn, offers a chic, relaxing atmosphere with full cocktail bar and kitchen. A great spot for a sporting match or catching up with a friend. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served daily. 2819 State St., 805/687-6444. $$–$$$­

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Harry’s Plaza Café (American) offers strong drinks and hearty food—a winning combination for this long-time local favorite. Open daily for lunch and dinner and until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. 3313 State St., 805/687-2800. $$$

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restaurant and lounge that features a short but sweet menu of steaks, chops, chicken and seafood. 3627 State St., 805/687-1616. $$$

Montecito Bella Vista (Californian) at the Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore commands panoramic ocean views and promises top-notch cuisine and impeccable service. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch served. 1260 Channel Dr., 805/969-2261. $$$–$$$$ k

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EAT dining out Cava (Mexican) serves the bold flavors of Spain, Mexico and Latin America in a charming setting with classic Margaritas and martinis from the bar.

1212 Coast Village Rd., 805/969-8500. $$–$$$

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“We found Downey’s, hands down, to be the best bet in town. This small, serene restaurant offers meticulous and artful cooking... ”

Lucky’s (American) offers steaks, chops and seafood as well as chicken entrées, wonderful salads, six different potato dishes and beautiful desserts. The wine list runs to the extravagant.

The adjacent bar is a favorite among locals. 1279 Coast Village Rd., 805/565-7540. $$$–$$$$

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Montecito Café (Californian) in the historic Montecito Inn provides surprisingly inexpensive yet tasty fare complete with white linens, big arched windows and a fountain brimming with flowers.

1295 Coast Village Rd., 805/969-3392. $$–$$$

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Santa Barbara Black Cod

with Meyer Lemon-Basil Sauce & Leafy Greens

Shelton Farms Duck

with Cabernet Sauce, Baby Turnips & Leeks

Watkins Ranch Filet Mignon

Montecito Wine Bistro (Californian) is a casual yet sophisticated spot to sit on the outdoor patio or cozy up to the fireplace and nibble wine-friendly food. 516 San Ysidro Rd., 805/969-7520. $$–$$$

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and a favorite among the community’s elite and their guests. Homemade pastas are near perfection and the fresh fish dishes are superb.

1482 E. Valley Rd., 805/969-9274. $$$$

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Visit Downtown Santa Barbara’s Original Coffee House ...and treat yourself to a special entree for breakfast or lunch!

Coffee Cat serves what most good coffee houses do—a variety of coffee drinks, hot and cold teas, cold drinks, breakfast and lunch items—but also a menu of authentically French crepes, handmade by order.

For breakfast, try the Smoked Ham, Egg & Cheese or the Banana Nutella.

For lunch, try the Chicken, Pesto, Tomato, Capers & Cheese—delicious!

For more than 20 years, Coffee Cat has been a friendly place for great coffee and good food, offering views through tall windows of our beautiful courthouse in the heart of downtown.

Plow and Angel (American) is a cozy restaurant attached to the bar at San Ysidro Ranch and is wellknown for its comfort food—famous mac ‘n’ cheese and ribs are just some of the choices. Dinner and bar service daily. 900 San Ysidro Ln., 805/565-1720. $$$ Sakana (Japanese) is an intimate restaurant tucked away in Montecito, featuring creative and traditional Japanese fare, including press box sushi, sashimi and chicken and beef options. 1046 Coast Village Rd., 805/565-2014. $$–$$$

Stella Mare’s (French) pairs a beautiful Victorian building with stylish, Normandy-inspired cuisine. The glass-encased greenhouse’s panoramic view and fireside couches make it a perfect spot for listening to Wednesday night jazz. 50 Los Patos Way, 805/969-6705. $$$–$$$$ Stonehouse Restaurant (American) is located in a 19th-century citrus-packing house on the grounds of San Ysidro Ranch. Stonehouse has a full bar and a menu that emphasizes local fish and produce. Open daily for dinner only. 900 San Ysidro Ln., 805/565-1720. $$$$ Trattoria Mollie (Italian) is a charming standby

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for locals-in-the-know. The dynamic cuisine consists of recipes that Mollie gathered during her years of training with “the best chefs in Italy.”

1250 Coast Village Rd., 805/565-9381. $$$

Tre Lune (Italian) offers a delicious menu that isn’t afraid of flavor. The high quality, genuine Italian cuisine includes excellent minestrone soup, fall-offthe-fork ossobuco, basil pesto, lobster ravioli and more. 1151 Coast Village Rd., 805/969-2646. $$$

Via Vai (Italian) is a welcoming place for families with a patio that provides a charming view of the mountains. Feast on traditional Italian fare—thin crust pizza, salads, antipasti, pasta and various secondi piatti. 1483 E. Valley Rd., 805/565-9393. $$

Summerland The Nugget (American) is a local secret with its “Crunch Burger”—a unique version of the old American favorite served on something resembling an English muffin dripping with melted cheese. 2318 Lillie Ave., 805/969-6135. $$

Carpinteria Corktree Cellars (Californian) is Carpinteria’s first wine bar and bistro and offers wine and cheese flights, tapas, sandwiches, soups and salads. Lunch and dinner served daily.

910 Linden Ave., 805/684-1400. $$

Farm-to-table cuisine.

Table-to-ocean views.

Distinctly Californian with an Italian influence, Bella Vista offers the freshest local seafood, organic produce and an extensive selection of fine wines. As the name suggests, the panoramic views of the Pacific from the heated outdoor terrace are simply beautiful.

To make a reservation, please call 1 (805) 969-2261 or visit fourseasons.com/santabarbara

Giannfranco’s Trattoria (Italian) features authentic Italian dishes in a charming setting.

Enjoy dining inside or out on the patio, and end your meal with one of the artisan desserts!

Open for lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. 666 Linden Ave., 805/684-0720. $$-$$$ Sly’s (Seafood and Steak), offering everything from brunch to dinner and huevos rancheros to filet mignon, promises “great food,-great cocktails and a great time.” 686 Linden Ave., 805/684-6666. $$$–$$$$

Goleta Beachside (Seafood) on Goleta Beach is well known for excellent fresh fish, serving lunch and dinner in the tropical-style dining room or on the glass-walled patio. 5905 Sandspit Rd., 805/964-7881. $$–$$$ Hollister Brewing Company (American) offers a rotating menu of beers on tap. Menu items include duck fat French fries, Kobe beef sliders and fish tacos. 6980 Marketplace Dr., 805/968-2810. $-$$ The Bistro (Californian) at Bacara Resort & Spa offers a casual and relaxed atmosphere to dine and enjoy sweeping views of the coastline.

Its Italian Riviera cuisine can be enjoyed indoors or al fresco on a spacious stone terrace. 8301 Hollister Ave., 805/571-4240. $$-$$$$ Outpost (Californian) this casual, hip spot at the Goodland hotel has an excellent seasonal menu of shareable plates, entrees and fresh salads, fish tacos, flat iron steak with salsa verde, pork bao buns and a caper-studded Caesar salad with grilled romaine.

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Stephen Duneier with one of a series of yarn-covered boulders he created at Lizard’s Mouth.

Yarnbomber Stephen Duneier Artists of te n use their work to provoke discussion or emotion, but Yarnbomber Stephen Duneier’s colorful creations are site-specific installations designed to get people out to the middle of nowhere.

In this case, “the middle of nowhere” is Santa Barbara County’s plethora of hiking trails. Duneier’s seven projects to date include creating an Alien Campsite on Davy Brown Trail; a series of covered boulders at Lizard’s Mouth; a reflective starfish above the pools at Seven Falls; a spider web at Sasquatch Cave in the playgrounds of Lizard’s Mouth; an enormous boulder on Saddlerock Trail; an ongoing Guinness Book of World Records attempt to create the world’s largest crocheted granny square; and creating his first project—cloaking a 40-ft. tall eucalyptus tree on the Cold Spring Trail’s east fork with a gigantic knitted sweater—which took place in 2012, just 82 days after he picked up knitting needles for the first time ever.

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All of Duneier’s projects are done in a way that doesn’t permanently disturb nature, with permission from the U.S. Forest Service. “The forest service has actually been really supportive, now that I have a track record with them, and they know that I’m not just some guy who wants to use the land for my own purposes,” he says.

The other consistent element in a Yarnbomber project is that the installations stay up for just nine days. “The first weekend is all about people just stumbling onto it, then there are five days during the week, when nobody goes hiking very much. The second weekend is all about word–of–mouth. It sort of builds…but I don’t really want crowds; I just want it to be on people’s radar. And having it for nine days, you can’t procrastinate.

You’re either going to go see it and make the effort today or you’re just not going to see it,” says Duneier.

The projects, many of which are done in

collaboration with artists from around the world, have opened up a world of new experiences for Duneier, whose day job is writing about and managing investments, as well as teaching Decision Analysis at UCSB’s College of Engineering.

“I’ve always been speaking on macroeconomics; talking at big conferences…but now I’ve started talking about making dreams come true; this has been a little offshoot of the yarn bombs,” he says. The audiences vary, but the idea is “how do you have these grand visions and actually make them happen?”

His next “grand vision,” launching sometime this summer, incorporates metalwork and gemstones. As to where and when it pops up, the website yarnbomber.com is the best place to stay tuned.

Says Duneier, “I’m kind of a yes guy…I really don’t know where it all will lead.” 

—Leslie Dinaberg

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DINING Andersen’s Danish Bakery & Restaurant ~ All day and night dining Cielito ~ Fine Mexican regional dining Jeannine’s American Bakery and Restaurant ~ “Come home to Jeannine’s” ~ where good food meets good company La Arcada Bistro ~ Indoor/outdoor café Petit Valentien ~ Small plate tapas with a French twist State & Fig ~ Simple.

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FASHION & STYLE Encanto ~ All things beautiful: women’s boutique for fine and unusual clothing, jewelry, and accessories Renaissance ~ Designer and fine consignment apparel and jewelry Socorro ~ Casual clothing in natural fabrics for women

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Sanford Winery ~ Hand-crafted Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the heart of Santa Rita Hills

Lewis & Clark ~ Antiques and fine things

INTERIORS & ACCESSORIES

The Barber Shop ~ Full service in an historic setting

La Tavola Fine Linen ~ Specializing in thousands of fine linen rental options for all occasions

Chocolats du CaliBressan ~ Your local French handmade chocolate boutique

HISTORIC

Kathleen Cooper Fine Papers ~ Wedding invitations, personal and corporate stationery, letterpress and engraving

Urban Optics ~ Comprehensive eye exams, glasses, contact lenses and sunglasses

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