VOICE Magazine: March 17, 2023

Opera Meets Broadway! The Light in the Piazza

ASWEEPING ROMANCE EXPLORING EVERYONE’S RIGHT TO LOVE AND BE

LOVED, The Light in the Piazza will make Opera Santa Barbara history this spring as the company’s first-ever Broadway musical. Starring current and former members of Opera SB’s Chrisman Studio Artist Program, performances will be held at 7:30pm on Thursday through Saturday, March 23rd through the 25th, with a 2:30pm matinee on Sunday, March 26th.

“For me, this is a story of pure love and overcoming obstacles in order to find happiness,” said director Layna Chianakas. “It is also a story of parents who deeply love their children, and want what’s best for them, even when it means letting go of their own needs. It is unselfish love.”

Set in 1950s Florence, The Light in the Piazza follows Clara and her mother, a wealthy Southern woman named Margaret Johnson, as they vacation in Italy. While crossing a piazza, Clara’s hat flies off her head and is caught by Fabrizio, a young Italian man. The two succumb to love at first sight, and attempt to make plans for a future rendezvous. However, both Margaret and Fabrizio’s parents’ reservations

about the young couple’s romance throws their future into uncertainty.

Originally based on a novella by Elizabeth Spencer, the musical premiered on Broadway in 2005, running for 504 performances. Its score spans both English and Italian, making it an ideal play for a cast of professionally-trained opera singers to navigate.

“Language is one of the main characters in The Light in the Piazza,” explained Chianakas. “We have two women vacationing in Italy who do not speak Italian, a family of Italians who do not speak English well, a character who constantly breaks the fourth wall with the audience, and the use of Italian, making it so that the audience doesn’t understand. These miscommunications are what craft this beautiful story into one that is filled with understanding.”

Beyond offering the Santa Barbara community a moving love story, Opera SB’s production of The Light in the Piazza has presented its Chrisman Studio Artists with the unique opportunity to develop their Broadway sea legs. Named for supporters Sarah and Roger Chrisman, the program offers California artists training opportunities, short-term residencies, and performance contracts.

“The contemporary opera singer has to be versatile and sing a broad range of styles and repertoire spanning centuries and now including musical theater as well,” said Tim Accurso, Opera SB’s Chrisman Studio Artist Program Director and Principal Pianist. “For many of our performers, this was their first dialogue-heavy show, and it has been wonderful for them to flex their acting chops outside of their traditional operatic roles.”

To ensure the involvement of all members of the Chrisman Studio

when I stopped asking about what was appropriate and made decisions about how I wanted to sing the music. This was the first time preparing a role where I didn’t feel tied or obligated to honor musical traditions.”

“Working through dialogue is not something we often do in opera, and it’s been fun to work on that aspect of my acting while playing around with the vocal inflection of a young Italian man trying to speak English,” commented Matthew Greenblatt. “The singing really requires technical aspects of both classical and musical theater singing.”

Artist Program, as well as several alumni, Opera SB’s production will feature a partially rotating cast. On March 23rd and 25th, husband-wife duo soprano Brooklyn Snow and tenor Matthew Greenblatt will star as Clara and Fabrizio. On the 24th and 26th, the roles will be played by current artists soprano Ariana Horner Sutherland and tenor Kyle Rudolf.

“It’s been an incredibly special experience getting the chance to work alongside my husband and having the opportunity to go through the character development of Clara and Fabrizio together,” shared Brooklyn Snow. “I believe that the simplicity and pure nature of their love will touch the hearts of our audiences.”

Multiple cast members have voiced the distinct challenges of adjusting their traditional singing and acting styles to meet the demands of a Broadway musical. By embarking on this collective learning experience together, the group has reveled in the fun of expanding their horizons as artists and performers.

“The music can easily lend itself to an operatic style, as it can in a more contemporary-pop musical theater style,” said Kyle Rudolf. “When I was preparing the music I often found myself wondering ‘is this stylistically appropriate?’ It became freeing

The hope is that Santa Barbara community members enjoy a lively night of theater that highlights the capacity for individuals of all abilities and backgrounds to love.

“Not only is the music extremely beautiful and the melodies accessible, the story can speak to every one of us: Everyone deserves a chance at love and at life,” said Christina Pezzarossi, who will portray Clara’s mother. “Margaret says it best in the show: ‘She mustn’t be made to accept less from life because she isn’t like you or me.’”

For tickets to The Light in the Piazza ($59 on March 23rd, includes reception; $39 March 24th-26th) visit www.operasb.org

Brooklyn Snow as Clara and Christina Pezzarossi as Margaret in The Light in the Piazza

By Daisy Scott / VOICE Photos by Zach Mendez Brooklyn Snow and Matthew Greenblatt in The Light in the Piazza

Matthew Peterson Matthew Greenblatt rehearsing a scene

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Silo118 Gallery to Host Book Signing and Celebration of The Art of Symeon Shimin

AJOYFUL REFLECTION OF THE LIFE AND WORK OF ARTIST SYMEON SHIMIN will be the focus of a special book signing and celebration hosted by Silo118 Gallery next weekend. Titled The Art of Symeon Shimin, this comprehensive book highlights the achievements of Shimin as an award-winning illustrator and champion of justice. The book signing will feature curator/editor Tonia Shimin and guest contributors Charles Donelan and Josef Woodard, and take place from 2:304pm on Saturday, March 18th, at VOICE Gallery in La Cumbre Plaza.

A Russian born Jewish artist, Shimin illustrated 57 children’s books in addition to being the leading artist for numerous Hollywood films, including the original poster for Gone With The Wind. He was also commissioned in 1936-1940 to paint the mural Contemporary Justice and the Child for the Department of Justice Building in Washington, DC.

The Art of Symeon Shimin offers the first complete collection of Shimin’s works, featuring over 100 plates and archival photographs, as well as an autobiography. It has won the 2020 NYC Big Book Award in Arts and Entertainment, the 2021 Book Excellence Award for Art Winner, the Pinnacle Book Achievement Award from National Association of Book Entrepreneurs, and the 2021 Eric Hoffer Honorary Mention Award for Art.

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Santa Barbara Zoo Welcomes New Board Members

FOUR COMMUNITY LEADERS HAVE JOINED THE BOARD OF THE SANTA BARBARA ZOO: Yvette Birch Giller, Angela Sanchez, Bradley G. Vernon, and Karen Wintringham. Together, they will work to support the SB Zoo’s conservation and community programming. www.sbzoo.org

YVETTE BIRCH GILLER is President of the Mosher Foundation, supporting non-profit organizations delivering programs in Santa Barbara within the areas of education, healthcare, and performing arts. She holds a BA in Communication from UC San Diego, and joined the Mosher Foundation in 2011. Giller has been involved with many local nonprofit organizations, the Granada Theatre, Storyteller Children’s Center, Marymount of Santa Barbara, and serving as a Zoo board member from 2016-2021.

Local Elementary Schools Organize Lunchtime Sports League for Students

BOUT 60 SANTA BARBARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS gathered for an afternoon of fun on February 13th as the first local lunchtime student soccer league met. Organized by the teachers and staff of Monroe Elementary, Cleveland Elementary, Harding University Partnership School, and Adelante Charter school, the event brought together 6th grade students to play, exercise, and connect in the sunshine.

“We wanted to bring these students together for a day of fun and to get to know each other before beginning junior high,” said Cleveland Principal Gabriel Sandoval.

AANGELA SANCHEZ is currently the Senior Strategic Relationship Manager with Visionality Partners. She has 20 years of banking, finance, and nonprofit experience, with her most recent previous management positions at Community West Bank and Montecito Bank and Trust. Sanchez was born and raised in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties and currently lives in Ventura County with her husband and children. She has a passion for helping her community and currently sits on the Board of Directors for Interface Children and Family Services, and is on the Finance Committee for VCCF and Museum of Ventura County.

The idea was inspired by Monroe Principal Brian Naughton, who wanted to build community and teach sportsmanship through soccer. Students from each of the four schools were divided into teams with each other to learn how to work together and promote camaraderie. Future meetings and other sport events are in the works.

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VNA Health Announces Executive Leadership Changes

STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP CHANGES WITHIN THE VNA HEALTH

EXECUTIVE TEAM took place on March 13th, with Jo Ann Mack returning as Chief Operations Officer and appointing Dusty Keegan, DPT as the new Chief Compliance & Privacy Officer. They will uphold the organization’s goal to help patients and their families live with health and dignity. www.vna.health

CHRISTIAN MCGRATH has joined the Board of Trustees for the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Now retired, McGrath previously worked as General Counsel and Managing Director of GTCR, a Chicago-based private equity firm. His past experiences also include managing legal affairs for domestic and European business units of Sara Lee Corporation, and working with Latham & Watkins. In addition to SBMA, he is a trustee of Choate Rosemary Hall, and has served on the boards of Lookingglass Theatre, Chicago Zoological Association, and Chicago Children’s Museum. He earned his B.A. from Stanford University and a J.D. with honors from the University of Chicago Law School. www.sbma.net

BRADLEY G. VERNON is CEO of The Vernon Group, Province Land Company, and Vernon Construction, Inc. Vernon is a general contractor and third-generation local real estate developer based in Santa Barbara. Vernon grew up working in various trades as a contractor for the family business, having completed a wide range of residential, commercial, mixed-use, and master-planned communities throughout the Central Coast. He studied business at California Polytechnic State University.

Dos Pueblos High School Student Creates New Campus Maps for Eagle Scout Project

JO ANN MACK previously held the COO position from 2018-2020, where she oversaw patient care departments and established a collaborative and innovative managerial climate. With nearly 30 years of experience in healthcare leadership, she is knowledgeable in helping clinical teams provide excellent patient care with accessibility, convenience, and trusted, compassionate care. Mack previously served as President of the West Division of Traditions Healthcare, COO for Mission Healthcare, and Senior Vice President Operations of Vitas HealthCare.

Faitell Attractions Expands to Larger Downtown Location

AFTER A SUCCESSFUL TWO AND A HALF YEARS, Faitell Attractions, downtown Santa Barbara’s popular interior design and curated consignment center, has relocated and rebranded itself as Faitell Attractions - The Collective. The store’s new location at 127 West Canon Perdido has a showroom of 4,000 square feet, filled with colorful home decor and furniture across styles.

DUSTY KEEGAN will oversee the agency’s compliance and privacy programs as CCPO, ensuring VNA Health continues to comply with all laws, regulatory requirements, data privacy statutes, policies and procedures in its efforts to provide legacy quality care. She has more than 18 years of clinical experience in the inpatient and outpatient setting, and has been with VNA Health since 2012.

New Board Member at Jodi House

KERRY KELLY has joined the Board of Directors for Jodi House. A former educator, Kelly taught at the high school and college graduate levels. She was president of the Santa Barbara Chapter of the National Charity League at the start of the pandemic and led over 300 members to reimagine chapter operations in a virtual format. Kelly is honored to be part of an organization that she feels makes a meaningful difference in many lives. As an educator, she knows the value of providing a supportive and safe environment for individuals to thrive. www.jodihouse.org

Faitell Attractions - The Collective is run by awardwinning East Coast designer Lisa Faitell, who is also the creator of the design firm Faitell Interiors and Homme Interior. She is also a graduate of the New York School of Interior Design. Her new collective’s members include artist Clark James, a collector of Mid Century and “everything cool and interesting,”; Lynell Dobowy, a collector of vintage jewelry in “Hollywood” styles; vintage Mid Century modern art collector Trevor Alleman; vintage fashion stylist Nina Quiros; and Taxo and Native American jewelry collector Cynthia Keefover. www.faitellattractions.com

KAREN WINTRINGHAM was born and raised in Santa Barbara. She received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from UCLA and later attended the Graziadio Business School at Pepperdine. After a successful career as an internal auditor for a private firm, she led a software development team before leaving to devote attention to being a mother. Those years led to a dedication to local schools. Wintringham worked on multiple committees over the years, planning and hosting fundraisers and events, and volunteering for any projects where she was needed, spending most of her days at Crane School.

DETERMINED TO SERVE HIS CAMPUS COMMUNITY, Dos Pueblos High School student William Shen has created new campus maps as a part of his Eagle Scout project. Shen grew inspired to design new maps when he observed discrepancies between the school’s posted maps and the campus layout, including the removal of old buildings and new construction. Over the summer of 2022, Shen, joined by Gabriel Casselman and Alison Togami, cross-referenced overhead images from Google Maps to create a new map.

Phil Franklin Joins Scholarship Foundation Board of Directors

PHIL FRANKLIN has joined the Board of Directors for the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara. Previously, he worked with the FMC Corporation, light construction equipment manufacturer OmniQuip International, and Littelfuse, a designer, manufacturer, and seller of circuit protection devices. Franklin was also chairman of the Board for Tribune Publishing and oversaw the company’s sale to Alden Global Capital in 2021. Currently, he serves as a Board director for TTM Technologies, where he chairs the audit committee, and is a trustee for XFLT. Franklin earned his BA in economics and MBA from Dartmouth College. www.sbscholarship.org

Shen also considered how first responders may use the campus maps by ensuring the maps had all of the doors properly identified. The map’s evacuation zones were also color-coded to be colorblind-friendly. School leaders and a Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s deputy approved the design, and the maps have since been mounted across the DPHS campus. Currently, Shen is waiting to schedule his Eagle Scout Board of Review.

“My hope is we’ll be able to do this again and bring back the positive vibes to school,” said Martin Cook, Assistant Principal at Harding. www.sbunified.org See

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CommUnify Announces Water Assistance Program

COMMUNITY MEMBERS STRUGGLING TO PAY WATER BILLS may now qualify for Communify’s new utility payment program — the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). Recently launched, the program serves individuals who are struggling financially following the pandemic to the extent they are unable to afford their water bills.

“CommUnify is so happy to be participating in the LIHWAP program and offer this vital assistance to our community,” said Patricia Keelean, Chief Executive Officer of CommUnify. “With so many Santa Barbara County residents still striving for financial independence, this program can help provide some support to get them on a successful path to reaching that goal.”

Clean water is a right that all Californians deserve access to, and LIHWAP is able to offer assistance to many households that need assistance now. Santa Barbara County income eligible residents may now be able to pay water or wastewater bills through this federally-funded program through the California Department of Community Services and Development. LIHWAP offers low-income households a one-time payment – of up to $2,000 – to help pay bills for residential water or wastewater costs.

The amount of help that each resident will receive depends upon the past due balance and current charges of the household’s residential water and wastewater bills. Households whose utility payments are included in their rent may also be eligible for LIHWAP. Program participation is limited to households receiving services from water and wastewater providers enrolled in the LIHWAP partnership to receive the payment of assistance benefits.

Please contact Joni Kelly, Communications Manager for CommUnify at 805-964-8857 ext. #1109 or via email jkelly@CommUnifySB.org for more information about the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). For a complete description of CommUnify’s programs and services please visit www.CommUnifySB.org

Nuclear Age Peace Foundation President Appointed to Scientific Advisory Group

DR. IVANA N. HUGHES, President of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation (NAPF), has been appointed as a Member of the Scientific Advisory Group (SAG) to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW). The TNPW is a momentous international agreement among states that prohibits the possession, development, deployment, use, and threat of use of nuclear weapons. It also contains a robust framework for assisting victims of nuclear weapons and remediating contaminated environments. The creation of SAG is considered a very significant step in forwarding the work of the TPNW. The members of the SAG are respected scientists from countries around the world that have been tasked with studying key issues to advance nuclear disarmament and to better understand the risk and consequences associated with nuclear weapon use.

Dr. Hughes has been President of NAPF since August 2022, bringing with her an extensive knowledge of the science of nuclear weapons, a deep understanding of the geopolitical complexity surrounding nuclear disarmament, and endless amounts of commitment, enthusiasm, and energy. www.wagingpeace.org

Environmental Defense Center Welcomes New Executive Director

ALEX KATZ has been named the Environmental Defense Center’s new Executive Director. In this role, he contributes 25 years of experience in public service and communications, as well as a passion for climate action, conservation, and justice for communities that are disproportionately affected by pollution. Katz’s past experiences include acting as Chief of Staff of the Oakland City Attorney’s Office, where he worked to initiate Oakland’s lawsuit against major oil companies to hold them accountable for the costs of adapting to sea level rise. He was also a communications and climate policy aide to Congresswoman Barbara Lee. . Katz assumes his new position after the death of former EDC Executive Director Owen Bailey, who held the title for over nine years.

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Meals on Wheels Treasurer Retires

JIM BYRNE will be stepping down from his position as the treasurer for Santa Barbara Meals on Wheels. Byrne joined Meals on Wheels as a volunteer driver in 2017, later becoming board treasurer in 2018. In this role, he helped develop a suite of software tools to manage client information, generate driver route sheets, automate billing, and create monthly operating metrics. Prior to his involvement with Meals on Wheels, Byrne held a 40 years-long career in hi-tech engineering and project management.

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Submissions are now open for VOICE Gallery’s April 2023 exhibition:

Earth Dance

To participate: email up to three entries to artcall@voicesb.art by March 27th.

Include: Image, artist, title, material, dimensions, price Entry fee for accepted admissions: $40 1st piece; $35 2nd, & $30 3rd piece. All pieces must be wired or pedestal ready. Sales: 70% to artist / 30% to gallery.

Art Drop Off: Accepted art must be dropped off between 10am and 2pm April 2nd.

Exhibition Dates: April 3rd to 30th, 2023

Reception: 1st Thursday reception will take place April 6th from 5 to 8pm.

Juried and curated by Kerry Methner, PhD

JLSB Invites Nonprofits to Apply for Community Funding

APPROXIMATELY $10,000 IN GRANTS are now available to local nonprofits through the Junior League of Santa Barbara’s Community Assistance Fund. All Santa Barbara County nonprofits are welcome to apply by the deadline of Friday, March 31st. Grants awarded are typically between the amounts of $500-$2,000.

Priority funding consideration will be given to local nonprofits whose project or programs align with the League’s philanthropic focus of improving the lives of at-risk young women while working to prevent exploitation and injustice in our community. Questions regarding the application should be directed to Ashlyn Cavaletto, JLSB Community Council Director, at Grants@JLSantaBarbara.org. For more information about the application process and the link to apply, visit www.JLSantaBarbara.org/community-assistance-funds

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What Is the Fed’s Next Move?

By Harlan Green, Special to VOICE,

THE

RETAIL CONSUMER

PRICE INDEX rose from essentially zero in May 2020 to 8.9 percent YoY in June 2022. It has dropped to six percent in February, per the U.S. Census Bureau’s latest inflation report.

This is what panicked Federal Reserve officials to begin the draconion interest rate increases that have caused at least two bank failures, and maybe more, of mid-size banks whose oversight was weakened with a modification of the Dodd-Frank legislation in 2018.

The largest failure to date is the Silicon Valley Bank, whose depositors withdrew a record $42 billion in a matter of days. Taxpayers might now be picking up the tab because of the promise by the US

Treasury and FDIC to make all depositers whole (but not stock and bond holders).

The rising costs of renting and homeownership accounted for more than 70 percent of the increase in consumer prices last month due to the welldocumented housing shortage.

The cost of recreation, plane tickets, auto insurance, and furniture also rose sharply because the service sector is booming. Leisure/Hospitality, Education & Health had the fastest job growth in last Friday’s February unemployment report.

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By Harlan Green

Some good news was that the cost of energy, including gas and natural gas, declined in February. And grocery prices rose 0.3 percent to mark the smallest increase in 21 months. They are still up 10.2

percent in the past year, however.

The wholesale cost of goods also fell last month in the Bureau of Labor Statistic’s Producer Price Index as well, led by the third straight decline in food prices. Notably, wholesale egg prices sank 41 percent. The cost of eggs had soared since the fall, doubling in price in some parts of the country.

The PPI report captures what companies pay for supplies such as fuel, metals, packaging and

so forth. These costs are often passed on to customers at the retail level and give an idea of whether inflation is rising or falling.

Crunching the numbers, it has taken nine months for CPI inflation to drop to six percent from its peak last June. It should take approximately six months to return to the Fed’s two percent inflation target, if it continues to decline at the same rate that it rose, which is sometime in

the fall.

But supply chains are taking longer to recover because of China’s COVID missteps and the Ukraine war that has no end in sight.

So what is the Fed to do? It would be a good time to pause and see if inflation continues to decline, as well as to ascertain whether higher interest rates do more damage to the banking industry that may have invested too heavily in certain assets.

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Santa Barbara County Spelling Bee Champions Advance to State Competition

SPELLING THEIR WAY TO SUCCESS, local students competed for the opportunity to advance to the California State Spelling Bee when the Santa Barbara County Education Office hosted its annual Santa Barbara County Spelling Bee on Thursday, March 9th. 57 students, representing the county’s top fourth through eighth grade spellers, participated.

“We are so proud of the students who diligently prepared to compete in this year’s Spelling Bee,” said County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Susan Salcido. “They demonstrate a strong commitment to excelling in their schoolwork, and sheer courage to show up and participate in a public competition. A big thank you to the many teachers, schools, volunteers, and parents who support this terrific event.”

Emiliano Jimenez, who is in the sixth grade at Carpinteria Middle School, won first place in the elementary school division with winning word of “guillotine.”

“I felt really proud of myself,” shared Jimenez.

Kelly Chen, a Kellogg Elementary School fourth grader, won second place with the winning word “deciduous.” Jacob Mintz, a Vieja Valley

Rotary Club Honors Dos Pueblos Teacher

DOUGLAS CAINES of Dos Pueblos High School has been recognized by the Rotary Club of Santa Barbara for his leadership as a ninth through twelfth grade teacher. Caines teaches in the Career Technical Education Media pathway at Dos Pueblos which includes courses in broadcast journalism, animation, and graphic design. Caines was awarded with a plaque and a $1,000 check for classroom needs at the Rotary Club’s lunch meeting on March 3rd. He is the third of four teachers who will be recognized by the Rotary Club. Recipients of this recognition are chosen with the assistance of the Santa Barbara County Education Office’s Teachers Network. www.santabarbararotary.com

People’s Self-Help Housing Receives

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TO HELP AREA STUDENTS IN NEED OF ACADEMIC SUPPORT, the community philanthropic group the Herbert & Gertrude Latkin Charitable Foundation has donated a $6,000 gift to People’s Self-Help Housing for its Camino Scholars education program.

A nationally recognized program, Camino Scholars serves over 400 students per year at its on-site Learning Centers. Their curriculum has been shown to significantly improve math and literacy skills. Camino Scholars provides in-person programming and a counterpart distance learning model to ensure access to free, year-round academic assistance. 90 percent of students improve their proficiency by two grade levels within a school year due to immersive tutoring and personalized learning plans.

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Elementary School sixth grader, won third by spelling “oxidize.”

St. Raphael Catholic School eighth grader Luke Johansen won the Junior High division competition by spelling “ecstasy.”

“I was shocked. I did not know I would do that well,” said Johansen.

The competition’s second place winner requested to remain anonymous, with Jonata Middle School eighth grader Andrew Kozlov taking third place by spelling “vaporize.”

Emiliano Jimenez, Kelly Chen, Luke Johansen, and the Junior High division secondplace winner will advance to the California State Spelling Bee in May. www.sbceo.org

Keep the Beat Instrument Drive Brings in 60 Instruments for School Music Programs

THANKS TO THE GENEROSITY OF COMMUNITY MEMBERS

dozens of local students will have access to musical instruments through the Santa Barbara Education Foundation and 99.9 KTYD’s Keep the Beat Instrument Drive. Hosted each February, the program promotes local music education and invites listeners to donate financial support and their gently used musical instruments to area schools.

The 2023 campaign brought in over $10,000 for SB Unified music programs and 60 musical instruments.

“The instrument fund has put instruments in kids’ hands and given them an infinite gift, a purpose, a superpower, a reason and excuse to show up to school, and life,” said to Monroe

Elementary School Music Teacher Liz Caruso. “Instruments provide support and gateways for students to find their voice and navigate their way throughout their formative school years. You never know how music and specifically interpreting the world through an instrument will impact a child’s life.”

In addition to on-air appeals, the month-long radio program included interviews and performances by current Santa Barbara Unified music students, teachers, and professional musicians who found their love of music in public school music programs. These included local stars such as Glen Phillips, Madalena Fossatti, and Bucket Baker.

“Every day, we are astounded by the generosity of our community,” said 99.9 KTYD Morning Mojo host Lin Aubuchon. “Thank you, KTYD Tribe!”

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Elementary Division 2nd place winner Kelly Chen,1st place winner Emiliano Jimenez, and 3rd place winner Jacob Mintz

Junior High 3rd place winner Andrew Kozlov and 1st place winner Luke Johansen

Santa Barbara Junior High students played saxophone on-air at the 99.9 KTYD studio

La Cumbre Plaza 3 rd Friday ART WALK

Friday, March 17th • 5 to 8pm La Cumbre Plaza

• Visit six Art Galleries / Spaces

• LCCCA’s Elevate Gallery

• LCCCA’s Illuminations Gallery

• LCCCA’s Fine Line Gallery

• The Arts Fund Gallery

• Inclusive Arts Clubhouse

• VOICE Gallery

• A visit by the Santa Barbara Public Library on the Go outreach van, which will be giving away books.

• Grace Fisher Foundation’s first 3rd Friday with their Inclusive Arts Clubhouse

• Grand Opening Celebration at CoLab, Santa Barbara’s new coworking space for nonprofit organizations.

• Complimentary guided tours through the Museum of Sensory and Movement Experiences (MSME).

• Live music

The Arts Fund Gallery’s The Power of Objects: The Art of Ron Robertson Encore Show starts March 17th. All gallery sales go to benefit future Arts Fund programming, with gratitude to the Robertson Family Trust for their generous donation.

Silo 118’s Spring Magic is an exhibition showcasing 15 artists - several of whom come to Silo 118 through a collaboration with BG Gallery in Bergamot Station, Santa Monica. Palm Springs, Rosarito, Mexico, Ventura, and Santa Barbara are also well-represented. The show has humor and gravitas in two dimensional and three-dimensional work.

Grace Fisher Foundation Inclusive Arts Clubhouse will participate in this month’s 3rd Friday event

Visit the three studio/galleries of the LCCCA with work by 24 artists... Elevate Gallery, Illuminations Gallery, and Fine Line Gallery

The Santa Barbara Library’s On the Go Outreach Van will be on hand with books and more. They’ll be offering free books!

The complete list of exhibitors: Aerom, Allois, Enrique Avilez, Jessica Darke, Gregory Hordenski, R.T. Livingston, Salvatore Matteo, Matt Mazza, Jim McAninch, Hung Viet Nguyen, Ryan Schude, Lana Schmulevich, Larry Vigon, and Robin Walker

Oh, by Ryan Schude, 60 x 48in

A Tribute to Remember: Lowenthal’s Legend

By Daisy Scott / VOICE

CLASSICAL MUSIC STAR

POWER OVERTOOK HAHN HALL when five criticallyacclaimed pianists united in honoring one of the instrument’s prolific musicians: Jerome Lowenthal. A Music Academy faculty member for 50 years, Lowenthal has touched the lives of countless musicians, motivating Montecito’s premier music hub to present Lowenthal’s Legend on March 9th.

The evening began with a champagne reception honoring Lowenthal, known as Jerry to his Academy friends. Guests mingled with the evening’s talent, which included Ursula Oppens, Vassily Primakov, Evan Shinners, Nadia Shpachenko, and Lowenthal himself, joined by his daughter, Carmel Lowenthal.

“Tonight is about family,” announced Music Academy President & CEO Scott Reed. “Jerry, you are such a part of the family here at the Music Academy. We are delighted we get to spend this night with you.”

A sold-out Hahn Hall hushed as Lowenthal and Carmel appeared onstage for a four-hands performance of a series of pieces from Gabriel Fauré’s Dolly Suite, Op. 56. The father-daughter team expertly captured the light and airy musicality of the belle époque suite, shifting their tone to convey the emotions of Fauré’s Tendresse.

Next followed Evan Shinners, who Lowenthal proudly declared to be a “baroque wizard and a wizard of the baroque.” Matching Lowenthal’s humor, Shinners announced that he would perform a club sandwich concert of “French bread and German meat,” with three works by Louis Couperin dividing pieces by Wilhelm Friedemann Bach and Johann Sebastian Bach. Shinners certainly lived up to the “baroque wizard” title as he navigated each work with profundity and passion.

Vassily Primakov devoted his time to Franz Liszt, including Valse oubliée No. 1 S. 215, the first piece he ever performed in Hahn Hall or on an American stage. Through his tremendous enthusiasm, the piano reverberated with gravitas and fervor.

Lowenthal and Ursula Oppens followed Liszt’s intensity with a regal performance of Mendelssohn’s Nocturne and Scherzo from A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Evoking Shakespeare’s imagery with each note, the duo dedicated their performance to Scott Reed for his years of service to the Academy.

The evening took a modern twist as Ukrainian pianist Nadia Shpachenko presented the world

premiere of composer Harold Meltzer’s Dribble. Inspired by soccer star Lionel Messi’s playing, the work is one of multiple Shpachenko has commissioned to celebrate soccer through music.

This jumpy piece preceded a far more emotional presentation as Shpachenko played two works she commissioned from the recently-deceased composer Lewis Spratlan. Titled Speck Pond Rag and Pelham Lake Rag, the pieces are featured on an album she has compiled to support Ukraine amidst Russia’s invasion. Two paintings, each inspired by the music and created by Ukrainian artists, were displayed as Shpachenko performed the engaging works.

The evening ended with the meeting of two master pianists: Chopin and Lowenthal. Mustering all of the energy and happiness demanded by Chopin’s Impromptu in A-flat Major, Lowenthal inspired smiles throughout Hahn Hall. His heart and skill for transporting listeners through music continued as he seamlessly transitioned to Chopin’s Fantaisie-Impromptu in C-sharp Minor

At the song’s end, Lowenthal was greeted by applause, cheers, and a unanimous standing ovation. Relenting to his listeners’ demands for more, he delivered a surprise encore befitting any piano tribute — Debussy’s incomparable Clair de Lune. Despite the piece’s popularity, Lowenthal’s skill breathed new life into its tranquil tenderness, ending the night on a note of peace and hope.

Photo by Zach Mendez

Carmel Lowenthal and her father, Jerome Lowenthal, performing a piece for four hands

A Triumph of Power & Elegance: Ballet Hispánico’s Doña Perón

By Daisy Scott / VOICE

BOLD ACROBATIC LEAPS INTERLACED WITH SENSUAL TANGO and dynamic pirouettes graced the Granada Theatre on March 11th as Ballet Hispánico embraced the complexities of Argentina’s cultural icon: Eva Perón. A welcome continuation of the New York company’s relationship with UCSB Arts & Lectures, Doña Perón

demonstrated Ballet Hispánico’s innate talent for uniting Latinx dance with powerful storytelling.

As a woman, radio star, and political figure, Eva Perón has long been the subject of widespread celebration and speculation. In much of popular culture, she is remembered as an elegant advocate for women and workers’ rights. For many others, her identity is inseparable from the crimes of her husband, Argentinian President Juan Perón, who forcibly silenced his opponents and aided Nazis fleeing Europe after World War II.

Choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa aptly captured the nuanced legacy of Eva Perón, better known as “Evita.” A stunning ten-act ballet with no intermission, Doña Perón pushed Ballet Hispánico’s dancers to acrobatic limits while maintaining impeccable visual beauty and the grace of ballet.

As the Granada curtain rose, Evita (Amanda del Valle) towered above the stage, held aloft by a dancer hidden beneath a flowing white dress. As recordings of Evita’s voice resonated throughout the theatre, she was confronted by her younger self (Laura Perich). A biographical plot unfolded, beginning with young Evita, who was an illegitimate child, seeking the love of her father (Antonio Cangiano). Throughout the production, Perich reappeared during pivotal moments, haunting Evita with memories of her past rejection.

Sensual and vibrant dances portrayed Evita’s early adult life, as del Valle playfully carried out a

number of onstage costume changes with male partners to reflect Evita’s personal relationships and her climbing the ladder of success. In a profound instance of visual repetition, del Valle mirrored the dance movements of young Evita, leaping into the arms of different men much like her younger self tried to jump into her father’s arms.

The only man to catch and hold on to her, however, is Perón (Chris Bloom). In a series of passionate pas de deux, Bloom and del Valle channeled fantastic chemistry to exhibit unwavering love. This love quickly turned to determination as Evita used her radio and popular influence with the Descamisados, or working class, to help Perón rise to power.

Working as a collective entity reminiscent of a Greek chorus, the Ballet Hispánico ensemble merged tango, malambo, African dance moves, and more to cement Doña Perón as a visually compelling and culturally representative work. This was heightened by the production’s live music, which similarly played with the rhythms of tango and African beats.

A darker tone shift emerged as Evita and Perón celebrated their power, the couple addressing an invisible crowd from pedestals while dancers in military uniforms attacked and murdered journalists and the couple’s enemies. In a disturbing crescendo, the dancers alluded to Perón’s fascist ties with a Nazi salute.

As Evita, del Valle shone as a dancer and actress, performing breath-catching leaps and midair splits with minimal breaks for the approximately 90-minute-long production. With unwavering expressiveness, she concluded Evita’s tale as she worked to prove herself as a philanthropist, distributing resources to the Descamisados before dying of cancer in Perón’s arms. As Perón, Bloom maintained a constant air of gravitas, matching del Valle’s intimate movements with a solidity that could be read as rigidness or reassuring strength.

Applause swept the Granada Theatre as Evita resumed the opening scene’s original position, towering and then sinking into her white silk skirts. The praise continued as Ballet Hispánico Artistic Director Eduardo Vilaro emerged to answer community members’ questions, displaying dance’s role as an art form that sparks vital conversations.

Photos by David Bazemore

Joining us to receive the award, John & Nancy Jack Todd will share their amazing partnership journey over five decades committed to the emerging field of ecological design, that uses human ingenuity to design a future in balance with nature, while healing broken ecosystems.

Youthful founders of the New Alchemy Institute; later embarking on the ambitious Ark for Prince Edward Island, today operating Ocean Arks International with projects around the globe, including collaborating with engineers & scientists on the revolutionary Greening of the Sinai project.

Reception follows with Buena Onda Empanada Buffet in the Lobero Courtyard

Lora has over 20 years of experience in banking and home lending including nine years with U.S. Bank. She is skilled at guiding clients through every step of the home loan process. Her expertise is in structuring complex Jumbo loans and Residential Construction lending. She can also offer creative solutions such as Lot Loans, Bridge Loan financing for departing residence, and Home Equity Lines of Credit.

Lora often works with clients that have complex financials and self-employed income. She assists clients locally in Santa Barbara as well as throughout the US. Her professionalism and knowledge has earned her the reputation as a trusted source in the mortgage industry.

Lora lives in Goleta with her husband, Tom. She is on the Board of Habitat for Humanity Santa Barbara, a member of Santa Barbara Association of Realtors, and a member of Santa Barbara Contractors Association.

Win for UCSB Men’s Basketball, Heartbreaking Loss for Women’s East Beach Volleyball Courts Washed Away by Storm

to the NCAA Tournament for the second time in three years! 72 -62 over Cal State Fullerton.

By John Palminteri

TUESDAY, MARCH 14TH: The steady rain this winter has resulted in a strong runoff at Santa Barbara’s East Beach where volleyball courts have now been impacted. The courts are world famous and said to be the birthplace of beach volleyball as a competitive sport that has eventually made

it to the Olympics.

The city says before the storms it had 25 courts at East Beach. Now, it’s down to ten.

Longtime coaches, players, and the group Friends of East Beach say they are working with the Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation department to save equipment and make plans to put it all back when the sand fills in again.

For more, visit tinyurl.com/4akunwp2

De la Guerra Plaza Remodel Still Not

By John Palminteri

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8TH: The center of Santa Barbara is not going to be redesigned without many opinions, meetings, hours of work, and emotions.

That all began in 2019 and while many steps have been taken to design something more functional in De la Guerra Plaza for the times we live in, there’s a strong case being made for just fixing what is there, saving money, and avoiding a facelift.

Finalized

An estimated 14 meetings have taken place so far.

The current plans include removing any area for cars, taking out the lawn, and adding in a hardscape, a water feature such as a bubbler, and building a performance area.

There would also be a new design for the Anacapa St. side of Santa Barbara City Hall. That, however, was criticized for not having a new ramp for handicap access. There is one on the De la Guerra side.

For more, visit tinyurl.com/2yzd4hbs

SATURDAY, MARCH 11TH: Both UC Santa Barbara men’s and women’s basketball teams made it to the finals of the Big West tournament.

The UCSB Gauchos Men’s team won the Big West Championship and are going

There was a heartbreaking loss for UCSB women’s basketball as they couldn’t hold a 12-point lead in the fourth quarter and fell in the final seconds 61-59 to Hawaii in the Big West Tournament championship game.

Next Montecito Roundabout

THURSDAY, MARCH 9TH: The next roundabout project in Montecito will be at San Ysidro Road. A public meeting to describe the work, alternative routes and the timeline took place today at 5:30pm at the Montecito Library.

Construction is scheduled from March 2023 through the end of 2023. This project

is being delivered early to help local traffic ciruclation due to regional funding and Measure A.

Drivers will have access through the intersection during construction with the exception of June and July when the overcrossing over Highway 101 will be closed to enable roundabout, bridge rail, and on- and off-ramp construction simultaneously.

For more, visit tinyurl.com/mt847y9x

John Palminteri is a veteran news reporter and anchor for Newschannel 3-12 TV and both KJEE and KCLU radio in Santa Barbara/Santa Maria/ Ventura. Off the air, he’s often bringing his smile and positive energy to the microphone at fundraisers and civic events. John’s social media presence has one of the largest followings in Santa Barbara, and this page has the weekly highlights.

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Per Highway 101: Carpinteria to Santa Barbara Website

By John Palminteri

Transgender Day of Visibility Returns to SB

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By Daisy Scott / VOICE

THE JOY AND ARTISTIC ACHIEVEMENTS of Santa Barbara’s transgender, non-binary, and gender-nonconforming communities will be celebrated when the Santa Barbara Transgender Advocacy Network hosts the local return of Transgender Day of Visibility. An evening full of hope and connections, the event will feature an art show, dinner, music, and plenty of opportunities for community members to connect with friends old and new.

Open to individuals of all ages and gender identities, the event will take place from 5pm to 9pm on Saturday, April 1st at the Unitarian Society of Santa Barbara.

“A lot of times at these events, a lot of the people in the community we’re serving are looking around the room and they can’t believe that there’s so much love and support,” shared Kathy Abad, SBTAN co-founder and board member. “They don’t get to see that on a daily basis, to walk into a room for an event that was created for them and to have all this support.”

Abad, joined by other local parents with transgender children, launched SBTAN in 2014, addressing Santa Barbara’s need for an organization devoted to supporting transgender individuals and their families. The organization’s Transgender Day of Visibility has played an integral role in supporting Santa Barbara’s transgender, non-binary, and gender-nonconforming community since 2016.

International Transgender Day of Visibility is officially celebrated each year on March 31st. First observed 14 years ago, the holiday works to counteract the heavy prevalence of media coverage about the transgender community that centers on violence, hardships, and transphobia.

By highlighting the uplifting aspects of

transgender individuals embracing their identities, Transgender Day of Visibility amplifies the joy and accomplishments of transgender people and shifts social narratives to be more positive.

“I think that every community should be doing a Transgender Day of Visibility for their communities to show their support because I think that the trans community wasn’t as visible eight years ago, and now I feel like there’s just so much vibrancy in the community,” said Abad. “Us celebrating it and other communities celebrating it is, I think, really important for our country, our city, our county, and the world.”

This year’s SBTAN Transgender Day of Visibility will feature an art show of works completed by local transgender, non-binary, and gender-nonconforming artists. Previously, the event has been a music-focused, full of singing, spoken word, and more. However, in planning the event’s comeback, SBTAN decided to offer community members the chance to express themselves through visual art.

Dinner will be provided by a local chef who is one of SBTAN’s dedicated parent members. There will also be an acoustic guitar performance by a community member.

While SBTAN’s event supports transgender, non-binary, and gendernonconforming community members and their families, all individuals are welcome to participate in the festivities, including those who do not identify as LGBTQ+.

“I think it gets them more familiar with the community,” said Abad. “They can mingle and talk with each other, their kids might connect with someone else in the trans community. It might be a great opportunity for different people to make different kinds of connections and it’s just a really good learning experience.”

For tickets (suggested donation $25-50 general, $10 students) visit www.sbtan.org

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¡Viva el Arte! Grandeza Mexicana

Swirling skirts, upbeat music, and gorgeous dance will sweep Santa Barbara when ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! welcomes folk ballet company Grandeza Mexicana for three free community performances! Performances will be held at 7pm on Friday, March 17th at Isla Vista School, 7pm on Saturday, March 18th at Guadalupe City Hall, and at 7pm on Sunday, March 19th at the Marjorie Luke Theatre. To learn more visit www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu/learn/viva-el-arte-de-santa-barbara

Friday • viernes 3.17

DANCE | BAILE

¡VIVA EL ARTE!: GRANDEZA MEXICANA

Mexican folk ballet performance •

UCSB Arts & Lectures • Isla Vista School, 6875 El Colegio Rd, Goleta • Free • 7pm Fr, 3/17.

MUSIC | MÚSICA

A DECENT ST. PATRICK’S DAY

Concert by The Decent Folk Irish band • Wylde Works, 609 State St. • Free • 2-4pm Fr, 3/17.

OPEN IRISH JAM SESSION

Jam with other musicians to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day • Wylde Works, 609 State St. • Free • 7-9pm Fr, 3/17.

UCSB GOSPEL CHOIR

Traditional and contemporary songs

• Lotte Lehmann Concert Hall • Free$10 • 7:30pm Fr, 3/17.

BEAU JAMES WILDING ST. PATRICK’S DAY SET

Irish music set by Beau James Wildling and Tom Kenny • M Special Brewery, 634 State St. • Free • 8-10pm Fr, 3/17.

SPECIAL EVENTS | EVENTOS ESPECIALES

ST. PATRICK'S DAY BAR CRAWL & BLOCK PARTY

Drink deals and vouchers for over 10 venues

• Backstage Kitchen & Bar •

$18-34

• https://tinyurl.com/3ntnbdnx

• 3-7pm Fr, 3/17 & 1-4pm Sa, 3/18.

CHOCOLATE & ART WORKSHOPS

Make a chocolate bar and/or paint a chocolate box • Menchaca Chocolates Factory, 4141 State St. E-1 • Call 646-3697277 • www.menchacachocolates.com • 3-7pm every other Fri.

ECO HERO AWARD

Night honoring John & Nancy Jack Todd • SB Permaculture Network • $14-100 • www.lobero.org • 6:30pm Fr, 3/17.

Saturday • sábado 3.18

LECTURES | MEETINGS | WORKSHOPS CONFERENCIAS | REUNIONES

THE 1922 IRISH PUBLIC RECORD

OFFICE FIRE

Live remote presentation by historian David Ryan • SB Genealogical Society

• First Presbyterian Church and via Zoom: https://sbgen.org • Free • 11am Sa, 3/18.

TEEN ANIME & MANGA CLUB

Meet other fans • Eastside Library • Free • 2-3:30pm Sa, 3/18.

CURATOR’S CHOICE LECTURE

Thomas Crow presents The Multiple Bruce Conners in the Art Underground

• SB Museum of Art Mary Craig Auditorium • Free, RSVP: www.sbma.net • 3-4pm Sa, 3/18.

MUSIC | MÚSICA

GO TO HALE: QUIPS & CLIPS

Retrospective on Lobero’s past performers • Lobero Theatre • $25 • www.lobero.org • 6:52pn Sa, 3/18.

JOHN WILLIAMS:

A CINEMATIC CELEBRATION

SB Symphony plays Williams’ most iconic music • Granada Theatre • $35175 • www.granadasb.org • 7:30pm Sa, 3/18, & 3pm Su, 3/19.

ICONIC

With Sharon Cuneta and Regine Velasquez • Chumash Casino • $99139 • www.chumashcasino.com • 8pm Sa, 3/18.

OUTDOORS | AL AIRE LIBRE

ARCHITECTURAL WALKING TOURS

Learn about local architecture • Architectural Foundation of SB • SB City Hall on Sa; Central Library Anapamu St. entrance on Su • Suggested $10 cash donation • https://afsb.org • 10am Sa & Sun.

SAFE SUBSISTENCE ANGLER

FISHING EVENT

Class to teach and provide fishing gear to people who struggle with food insecurity • Pier at Goleta Beach County Park • Free, while supplies last • www.facebook.com/SBElks613 • 11am-2pm Sa, 3/18.

RANCHO LA PATERA & STOW HOUSE

Take a tour • www.goletahistory.org • 11am to 2pm weekends.

SPECIAL EVENTS | EVENTOS ESPECIALES

EYES IN THE SKY BIRD INTERACTIONS

Meet and learn about live owls •

SB Revels Presents: Spring Pub Sing

Sea shanties, Irish music, folk songs, and more will shake the rafters of Dargan’s Irish Pub & Restaurant when the Santa Barbara Revels present their annual Pub Sing in celebration of the Vernal Equinox from 6pm to 8pm on Tuesday, March 21st. Tickets ($10-20) will be available at the door, and include a songbook and beverage.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day!

A DECENT ST. PATRICK’S DAY

Concert by The Decent Folk Irish band • Wylde Works, 609 State St. • Free • 2-4pm Fr, 3/17.

ST. PATRICK'S DAY BAR CRAWL & BLOCK PARTY

Drink deals and vouchers for over 10 venues • Backstage Kitchen & Bar • $18-34 • https://tinyurl. com/3ntnbdnx • 3-7pm Fr, 3/17 & 1-4pm Sa, 3/18.

Eastside Library • Free • 11am-12pm Sa, 3/18.

Sunday • domingo 3.19

DANCE | BAILE

¡VIVA EL ARTE!: GRANDEZA MEXICANA

Mexican folk ballet performance • UCSB Arts & Lectures • Marjorie Luke Theatre • Free • www.luketheatre.org • 7pm Su, 3/19.

LECTURES | MEETINGS | WORKSHOPS

CONFERENCIAS | REUNIONES

LOCAL AUTHOR BOOK SIGNING

Caroline DeLoreto reads and signs her book, From Lyme to Light • Paradise Found • Free, RSVP: https://fb.me/e/5p2vCYunW • 2pm Su, 3/19.

MUSIC | MÚSICA

JOHN PROULX TRIO

Jazz concert • SOhO • $10-25 • www.sohosb.com • 1-4pm Su, 3/19.

ARIELLE SILVER

Acoustic guitar concert • Lost Chord Guitars • https://tinyurl.com/s8nxc7z6 • $15 • 8pm Su, 3/19.

OUTDOORS | AL AIRE LIBRE

YOGA ON THE WHARF

Guided yoga session • Power of Your Om • Free, donation-based class •

OPEN IRISH JAM SESSION

Jam with other musicians to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day • Wylde Works, 609 State St. • Free • 7-9pm Fr, 3/17.

BEAU JAMES WILDING ST. PATRICK’S DAY SET

Irish music set by Beau James Wildling and Tom Kenny • M Special Brewery, 634 State St. • Free • 8-10pm Fr, 3/17.

https://tinyurl.com/2p859762 • 8:3010am Su, 3/19.

SB ROLLERS

Rollerskate with an ocean view • SB City College Lot 3 • Free • 3pm Su.

SPECIAL EVENTS | EVENTOS ESPECIALES

GLITTER BRUNCH

Hosted by Vivian Storm & Angel D’Mon • Wildcat Lounge, 15 W. Ortega St. • $5 • https://glitterbrunch.com • Brunch 11am-3pm, Show 12:30pm, Sun.

HISTORICAL GAMES DAY

Free day of historical games such as ring and stick, hoop-and-pole, and more • El Presidio • 11am-2pm Su, 3/19.

IT’S MAGIC! LANCE BURTON & FRIENDS

A mesmerizing magic act • Lobero Theatre • $25-106 • www.lobero.org • 2pm & 6:30pm Su, 3/19.

Monday • lunes 3.20

LECTURES | MEETINGS | WORKSHOPS CONFERENCIAS | REUNIONES

DIVERSITY SYMPOSIUM

Webinar with guest speaker author, Dr. Clyde W. Ford • Pacifica Diversity & Inclusion Council • Free, register: • https://tinyurl.com/y9yhnm2w • 4-6pm Mo, 3/20.

Photo courtesy of UCSB Arts & Lectures

Photo courtesy of Myron Shapero

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Wednesday • miércoles 3.22

LECTURES | MEETINGS | WORKSHOPS CONFERENCIAS | REUNIONES

CONTINUES / CONTINÚA

In Person & Online Activities for Everyone Actividades en persona y en línea para todos

Tai Chi at the Garden

Explore the benefits of Tai Chi surrounded by Santa Barbara’s gorgeous landscapes when Master Yun hosts an introductory session of Tai Chi at the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden from 9am to 10am on Friday, March 24th. For tickets ($10-15) visit www.sbbotanicgarden.org

PARLIAMO!

Italian conversation, all levels • Arnoldi’s Cafe, 600 Garden St. • http://parliamo.yolasite.com • Free • 5-7pm Mon.

PFLAG MARCH MEETING

50 Years of PFLAG! Come celebrate and learn more • In-person and Zoom meeting, Unitarian Society 1535 Santa Barbara St. • Free, pre-register for Zoom: pflagsantabarbara@gmail.com

• 7-8:30pm Mo, 3/20.

MUSIC | MÚSICA

GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA

A swinging concert of ‘40s hits • Marjorie Luke Theatre • $30-54 • www.luketheatre.org • 7pm Mo, 3/20.

SPECIAL EVENTS | EVENTOS ESPECIALES

SUNSET BY THE SEA

CAMA fundraiser with wine, hors d’oeuvres, and The Open String cofounder Robert Brewer Young • The Cabrillo Pavilion • $100 • https://tinyurl.com/4htck744 • 5:307:30pm Mo, 3/20.

Tuesday • martes 3.21

LECTURES | MEETINGS | WORKSHOPS CONFERENCIAS | REUNIONES

MADRES UNIDAS

Spanish language group, support for mothers • Eastside Library • Free • https://tinyurl.com/mryt5r7p • 10:3011:30am Tu, 3/21.

1 MILLION CUPS

Virtually network with entrepreneurs • www.1millioncups.com/santabarbara • Free • 9-10am We.

BRAIN EDUCATION SERIES

Talk: Compassionate Communication in Aging • Montecito Library • Free • 10-11am We, 3/22.

STRAIGHT FROM THE SOURCE: A BOOK SIGNING

Reception and conversation with Source Family documentarian Isis Aquarian • UCSB Library Special Research Collections, 3rd Floor Mountain Side • Free, RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/34xz8vvr • 5pm We, 3/22.

LE CERCLE FRANÇAIS

French conversation, all levels • Arnoldi’s Cafe, 600 Olive St. • http://sbfrenchgroup.yolasite.com • Free • 5-7pm We.

CHAUCER’S BOOK SIGNING

Local author Charles Healey, Santa Rosa Island • Chaucer’s Books • Free • 6pm We, 3/22.

Morgan Wade Rocks the Lobero Theatre

Clap your hands to the countryrock infused beats of singersongwriter Morgan Wade when she performs the latest leg of her

“No Signs of Slowing Down” Tour with special guest Kaitlin Butts at the Lobero Theatre at 8pm on Saturday, March 25th. For tickets ($26.50-$107.50) visit www.lobero.org

SBPL PARENTING SERIES: ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT

Webinar on family budgeting • SB

Public Library • Free • https://tinyurl.com/yrfmf938 • 6pm Th, 3/23.

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP

Practice naturally • Eastside Library • Free • 1-2pm Th.

KNIT 'N' NEEDLE

Friday • viernes 3.24

MUSIC | MÚSICA

JOHN TESH

Pianist presents Big Band Live • Lobero Theatre • $44.25-109.25 • www.lobero.org • 7:30pm Fr, 3/24.

OUTDOORS | AL AIRE LIBRE

TAI CHI AT THE GARDEN

VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE

Free tax help for low & mid-income residents • Eastside Library • Full list of documents to bring: • 3-7pm Tu & Th, through 4/13.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD

Provide input on library programming • Eastside Library • Free • 4-5pm Tu.

CHAUCER’S BOOK SIGNING

Local author Caroline DeLoreto, From Lyme to Light • Chaucer’s Books • Free • 6pm Tu, 3/21.

MUSIC | MÚSICA

SPRING PUB SING

Sing Irish and folk songs, sea shanties, and more to celebrate the Vernal Equinox • Santa Barbara Revels • Dargan’s Irish Pub & Restaurant • $1020 • 6-8pm Tu, 3/21.

OUTDOORS | AL AIRE LIBRE

STUDENT TEA SESSION

Observe Chanoyu, a Japanese Tea Ceremony • SB Botanic Garden, Tea Garden • Free with admission • 9:30am-2pm Tu, 3/21.

SPECIAL EVENTS | EVENTOS ESPECIALES

SANTA BARBARA FARMERS MARKET

Shop fresh, local produce and treats • 600, 700, & 800 blocks of State Street • Free • 3-7pm Tu.

SOMETHING TO CROW ABOUT Webinar on crows, magpies, and ravens by Dr. Kaeli Swift • SB Audubon Society • Free • https://tinyurl.com/4nj4wxvt • 7:30pm We, 3/22.

OUTDOORS | AL AIRE LIBRE

HIKE ARROYO HONDO PRESERVE

Mon & Wed, 12:30-3pm and the first & third weekends, Sat & Sun 10am12:30pm and 12:30pm-3pm. Free • https://tinyurl.com/ya3pgxge

Thursday • jueves

CHILDREN | NIÑOS

3.23

BILINGUAL SONGS AND STORIES

For kids ages 0-5 • Eastside Library • Free • 11-11:30am Th.

LECTURES | MEETINGS | WORKSHOPS

CONFERENCIAS | REUNIONES

CHAUCER’S BOOK SIGNING

Local authors Berkeley Johnson and Kristin Johnson, The Last Messenger • Chaucer’s Books • Free • 6pm Th, 3/23.

Knit and embroider with others • Montecito Library • Free • 2-3:30pm Th.

CRAFTERNOONS

All ages craft workshop • Art From Scrap, 302 E. Cota St. • $8 • https://tinyurl.com/4xp8vtud • 3:305pm Th.

MUSIC | MÚSICA

THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA Opera following Southern woman and her daughter vacationing in Italy

• Opera SB • Center Stage Theater • $39-59 • www.centerstagetheater.org • 7:30pm Th, 3/23-3/25; 2:30pm Su, 3/26.

GOLDEN HOUR AT MAR MONTE

DJ Darla Bea spins groovy beats • Mar Monte Hotel's Costa Kitchen & Bar • Free • https://costasb.com/happenings

• 5-7pm Th, 3/23.

SPECIAL EVENTS | EVENTOS ESPECIALES

DROP IN MEDITATION: STILLNESS

Open session in the galleries • SB

Museum of Art, Photography Gallery

• Free, first come, first seated (limit 20 people) • www.sbma.net • 4:305:30pm Th, 3/23.

Outdoor session led by Master Yun • SB Botanic Garden • $10-15 • www.sbbotanicgarden.org • 9-10am Fr, 3/24.

BURTON MESA DAY TRIP

Guided walk with botanist Steve Junak • Meet at La Purisima Mission • $30-40 • www.sbbotanicgarden.org • 9am-1pm Fr, 3/24.

Santa Barbara Ghost Tours

Walk with Professor Julie as she shares tales of mystery and history... & meet friendly spirits Call or text to schedule your walking tour! • 805-905-9019

It’s Your Library • Es Tu Biblioteca

Photo courtesy of Lobero Theatre

Photo courtesy of SB Botanic Garden

Grab your friends and family for plenty of outdoor fun when local nonprofit Momentum WORK, Inc. hosts its Fun in the Sun Walk & Roll inclusion awareness event at Chase Palm Park from 9:30am to 12pm on Saturday, March 25th. Dedicated to promoting opportunities and accessibility for all Santa Barbara community members, Momentum WORK, Inc.'s event will feature a fundraising walk and roll, music, shaved ice, and more. To register ($25-35) visit https://tinyurl.com/4tby5vd8

Women's History Month & Theatre Spotlight: S.H.E. (Strong, Hopeful & Empowered)

Honor Women History's Month with a night at the theater when The Alcazar Ensemble presents S.H.E. (Strong, Hopeful & Empowered) at the Alcazar Theatre at 7pm on Friday and Saturday, March 17th and 18th. A series of four one-act plays by local writers, the performance will explore the joys and struggles women face as sisters, friends, wives, ex-wives, and more! For tickets ($17-26) visit www.thealcazar.org

SPECIAL EVENTS | EVENTOS ESPECIALES

DIY BEAD JEWELRY

Teen workshop with movie and snacks • Faulkner Gallery, Central Library • Free • 4-5:30pm Fr, 3/24.

85TH ANNIVERSARY RUMMAGE SALE

Shop clothing and household items at bargain prices • Junior League of Santa Barbara • Carrillo Recreation Center • $25 pre-sale event, free main sale • www.jlsantabarbara.org •Pre-sale: 6-9pm Fr, 3/24; Main sale 8am-1pm Sa, 3/25.

Saturday • sábado 3.25

OUTDOORS | AL AIRE LIBRE

GUIDED NATURE HIKE

Explore Gaviota State Park • SB Public Library • Free • Registration and more info: https://tinyurl. com/2fab9mtc • 9am-2pm Sa, 3/25.

FUN IN THE SUN WALK & ROLL

An inclusion awareness fundraiser hosted by Momentum WORK, Inc. • Chase Palm Park • $25-35 • Register: https://tinyurl.com/4tby5vd8 • 9:30am-12pm Sa, 3/25.

MUSIC | MÚSICA

MORGAN WADE

Country concert • Lobero Theatre • $26.50$107.50 • www.lobero.org • 8pm Sa, 3/25.

SPECIAL EVENTS

| EVENTOS ESPECIALES

SBCRC SPRING FLING

Observe SB County Riding Club equestrians • Earl Warren Showgrounds • Free • www.sbcrc. com • 7am to end of classes Sa, 3/25 & Su, 3/26.

FARMER & THE FLEA MARKET

Shop local vendors with live music • El Presidio • Free • 10am-4pm Sa, 3/25.

2023 EVENT EXPO

Meet local businesses who can help you take your event to the next level • Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center • Free • 12-4pm Sa, 3/25.

Sunday • domingo 3.26

LECTURES | MEETINGS | WORKSHOPS

CONFERENCIAS | REUNIONES

POETRY WORKSHOP WITH DAVID STARKEY

Explore and write about the SB Botanic Garden • SB Botanic Garden Library • $35-40 • www.sbbotanicgarden.org • 1-4pm Su, 3/26.

MUSIC | MÚSICA

CHAMBER ORCHESTRA AND WINDS CONCERT

Student concert • Deane Chapel, Westmont • Free • 3pm Su, 3/26.

Elizabeth Flanagan, Dolores Britton (front), Kathryn Berghoff, and Howard Rudnick (back) starring in Late-Life Safari by Lisa Marciano

OnSTAGE

THEATRE GROUP AT SBCC

A COMEDY OF TENORS

Rom-com of mistaken identities • Garvin Theatre • $17-26 • www. theatregroupsbcc.com • Through 3/18.

ALCAZAR THEATRE

S.H.E. (STRONG, HOPEFUL & EMPOWERED) – ONE ACT PLAYS

One-act plays about women and their lives • Alcazar Theatre • $15-20 • www. thealcazar.org • 7pm Th, 3/16-3/18.

GRANADA THEATRE

C.S. LEWIS ON STAGE: FURTHER UP & FURTHER IN Multimedia theatrical experience exploring Lewis’ inspirations • Fellowship for the Performing Arts • $55-105 • www.granadasb.org • 4pm Sa, 3/25.

PACIFIC CONSERVATORY THEATRE

EMMA

Austen’s beloved romance • Marian Theatre, Santa Maria • $25-49 • www.pcpa.org • 7pm Th, 3/2, through 3/19.

OJAI ART CENTER THEATER

RED

Play about artist Mark Rothko • $24 • www.ojaiact.org • 7:30pm Fr, 3/17, through 4/9.

It’s not too late to register for Turning Points in Thought From Film!

Fridays at 6pm • Schott Center, Tanahill Auditorium with Kerry Methner, PhD & Mark Whitehurst, PhD

Next Class: Friday, March 17th • 6pm

Women Talking (2022): Director: Sarah Polley; Writers: Sarah Polley, Miriam Toews; Starring: Rooney Mara, Claire Foy, Jessie Buckley

Great discussions follow the screening of a range of thought provoking films.

The Arlington Theatre

MET LIVE IN HD: THE HOURS

Screening of the Met Opera's performance, starring Kelli O’Hara, Joyce DiDonato, and Renée Fleming • Music Academy, Hahn Hall Renée Fleming • www.musicacademy.org • 2pm Su, 3/19.

FILM FESTIVAL 2023

Festival of short films developed by California college students • Westmont College, Porter Theatre • $20 for day, $5 per block •https://tinyurl.com/2p94t86c • Screenings held throughout the day, Sa, 3/25.

MET LIVE IN HD: FEDORA

Soprano Sonya Yoncheva stars in this filmed operatic drama • Music Academy, Hahn Hall • $28 • www.musicacademy.org • 2pm Sa, 3/25.

Let’s Go To The M O V I E

Photo courtesy of Michael Gibson/Orion Pictures

Where to Learn About Local Government Meetings

The Santa Barbara City Council meets most Tuesdays at 2pm • To learn more about the council and other City department meetings, visit www.santabarbaraca.gov

The Goleta City Council meets biweekly on Tuesdays at 5:30pm • To learn more about the council and other City department meetings, visit www.cityofgoleta.org

The Carpinteria City Council meets on the second and fourth Monday of the month at 5:30pm • To learn more about other City departments visit www.carpinteriaca.gov

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors meets most Tuesdays at 9am • To learn more about other County departments visit www.countyofsb.org

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Date: Print: 3.17.23

Digital included 3.15.23

Santa Barbara Mortgage Interest Rates

PUBLIC NOTICE

City of Santa Barbara

Pursuant to the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 40, Part 403, the City of Santa Barbara annually publishes a list of dischargers in Significant Noncompliance with Pretreatment Standards and wastewater discharge permit requirements.

The following businesses were in Significant Noncompliance with their wastewater discharge permit requirements during 2022: MarBorg Industries

Facility Address: 23 N. Quarantina St Santa Barbara, CA 93101

MarBorg Industries was in Significant Noncompliance (as defined in 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(viii)) for the first and fourth quarters of 2022, for having multiple insufficient pH monitoring violations. At the time of publication of this notice, MarBorg Industries continues to be in significant noncompliance and City continues to work with MarBorg to achieve compliance with the City of Santa Barbara wastewater discharge permit requirements.

Harbor Marineworks Facility Address: 122 Harbor Way Santa Barbara, CA 93109

Harbor Marineworks was in Significant Noncompliance (as defined in 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(viii)) for fourth quarter of 2022, for having a copper exceedance. At the time of publication of this notice, Harbor Marineworks has taken significant corrective actions to prevent future violations and is currently in compliance with the City of Santa Barbara wastewater discharge permit requirements.

If you have questions regarding this notice, contact the Pretreatment Program Coordinator, City of Santa Barbara at (805) 568-1093 or Pretreatment@SantaBarbaraCA.gov

Notice Inviting Bids

AIRFIELD MARKING, SIGNAGE, AND

Bid No. 4062

1. Bid Submission. The City of Santa Barbara (“City”) will accept electronic bids for its Santa Barbara Municipal Airport Airfield Marking, Signage, and Lighting Upgrades (“Project”), by or before Thursday, April 20, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., through its PlanetBids portal. Bidders must be registered on the City of Santa Barbara’s PlanetBids portal in order to submit a Bid proposal and to receive addendum notifications. Each bidder is responsible for making certain that its Bid Proposal is actually submitted/uploaded with sufficient time to be received by PlanetBids prior to the bid opening date and time. Large files may take more time to be submitted/uploaded to PlanetBids, so plan accordingly. The receiving time on the PlanetBids server will be the governing time for acceptability of bids. Telegraphic, telephonic, hardcopy, and facsimile bids will not be accepted.

If any Addendum issued by City is not acknowledged online by the Bidder, the PlanetBids System will prevent the Bidder from submitting a Bid Proposal. Bidders are responsible for obtaining all addenda from City’s PlanetBids portal.

Bid results and awards will be available on PlanetBids.

Bids will be called out on Teams at 4:00 pm on April 20, 2023

Join Teams Meeting:

Link: https://www.microsoft.com/ microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting

Meeting ID: 210 129 051 333

Passcode: FuJm6h

2. Project Information.

2.1 Location and Description. The Project is located at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, 500 James Fowler Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93117, and is described as follows:

• Replacement of existing airfield signage incorporating new taxiway naming convention.

• New LED High Intensity Runway Lights (HIRLs) for Runway 7-25. Replacement of first-generation LED taxiway lights.

• New LED Runway Guard Lights (RGLs).

• Pavement Markings Improvements.

• Airfield Lighting Control and Monitoring System (ALCMS) upgrades for entire airfield to be on Pilot Control Lighting.

2.2 Time for Final Completion. The Project must be fully completed within One Hundred (100) working days from the start date set forth in the Notice to Proceed. City anticipates that the Work will begin on or about July 2023, but the anticipated start date is provided solely for convenience and is neither certain nor binding.

2.3 Estimated Cost. The estimated construction cost is $3,780,250.00

3. License and Registration Requirements.

3.1 License. This Project requires a valid California contractor’s license for the following classification(s): Class A.

3.2 DIR Registration. City may not accept a Bid Proposal from or enter into the Contract with a bidder, without proof that the bidder is registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations

LIGHTING UPGRADES

(“DIR”) to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code § 1725.5, subject to limited legal exceptions.

4. Contract Documents. The plans, specifications, bid forms and contract documents for the Project, and any addenda thereto (“Contract Documents”) may be downloaded from City’s website at: http://www.planetbids.com/portal/ portal.cfm?CompanyID=29959

A printed copy of the Contract Documents may be obtained from CyberCopy Shop, located at 504 N. Milpas Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, at (805) 884-6155.

5. Bid Security. The Bid Proposal must be accompanied by bid security of five percent (5%) of the maximum bid amount, in the form of a cashier’s or certified check made payable to City, or a bid bond executed by a surety licensed to do business in the State of California on the Bid Bond form included with the Contract Documents. The bid security must guarantee that within ten days after City issues the Notice of Award, the successful bidder will execute the Contract and submit the payment and performance bonds, insurance certificates and endorsements, and any other submittals required by the Contract Documents and as specified in the Notice of Award.

6. Prevailing Wage Requirements.

6.1 General. Pursuant to California Labor Code § 1720 et seq., this Project is subject to the prevailing wage requirements applicable to the locality in which the Work is to be performed for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to perform the Work, including employer payments for health and welfare, pension, vacation, apprenticeship and similar purposes.

6.2 Rates. The prevailing rates are on file with City and are available online at http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR. Each Contractor and Subcontractor must pay no less than the specified rates to all workers employed to work on the Project. The schedule of per diem wages is based upon a working day of eight hours. The rate for holiday and overtime work must be at least time and one-half. Pursuant to Section 1773 of the Labor Code, the general prevailing wage rates in the county in which the work is to be done have been determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations. These wages are set forth in the General Prevailing Wage Rates for this Project, available at the City of Santa Barbara, General Services Manager, Purchasing Office, 310 E. Ortega Street, Santa Barbara, California, and available from the California Department of Industrial Relations’ Internet web site at http:// www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/PWD.

Attention is directed to the Federal minimum wage rate requirements in the specifications. If there is a difference between the minimum wage rates predetermined by the Secretary of Labor and the general prevailing wage rates determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations for similar classifications of labor, the Contractor and subcontractors shall pay not less than the higher wage rate. The City of Santa Barbara will not accept lower State wage rates not specifically included in the Federal minimum wage determinations. This includes

“helper” (or other classifications based on hours of experience) or any other classification not appearing in the Federal wage determinations. Where Federal wage determinations do not contain the State wage rate determination otherwise available for use by the Contractor and subcontractors, the Contractor and subcontractors shall pay not less than the Federal minimum wage rate, which most closely approximates the duties of the employees in question. Federal wage determinations issued under the Davis-Bacon and related Acts are available electronically at no cost at Wage Determinations OnLine.gov, http://www.wdol.gov/ Index.aspx.

This is a federally-assisted project and Davis-Bacon (DBRA) requirements will be strictly enforced. The Federal Contract Provisions will be incorporated into the successful bidder’s contract as applicable and are attached hereto as “Special Conditions Part 1 - Federal Contract Provisions for FAA AIP Projects.” Contractors, including all subcontractors and apprentices, must be eligible to participate. Actual prevailing wage rates will be determined as of the bid opening date. If any modifications have been issued to the wage decision, the contractor must adhere to the modified wage decision.

6.3 Compliance. The Contract will be subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR, under Labor Code § 1771.4., and the Federal Contract Provisions for AIP Funded Projects, and the Federal Aviation Administration Advisory Circular 150-5370-10H.

7. Performance and Payment Bonds. The successful bidder will be required to provide performance and payment bonds, each for 100% of the Contract Price, as further specified in the Contract Documents.

8. Substitution of Securities. Substitution of appropriate securities in lieu of retention amounts from progress payments is permitted under Public Contract Code § 22300.

9. Subcontractor List. Each Subcontractor must be registered with the DIR to perform work on public projects. Each bidder must submit a completed Subcontractor List form with its Bid Proposal, including the name, location of the place of business, California contractor license number, DIR registration number, and percentage of the Work to be performed (based on the base bid price) for each Subcontractor that will perform Work or service or fabricate or install Work for the prime contractor in excess of one-half of 1% of the bid price, using the Subcontractor List form included with the Contract Documents.

10. Instructions to Bidders. All bidders should carefully review the Instructions to Bidders for more detailed information before submitting a Bid Proposal. The definitions provided in Article 1 of the General Conditions apply to all of the Contract Documents, as defined therein, including this Notice Inviting Bids.

11. Disadvantaged Business Enterprise: Bidders are advised that, as required by federal law, the State has established a statewide overall Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal. This Agency federal-aid contract is considered to be part of the statewide overall DBE goal. The Agency is required to report to Caltrans on DBE participation for

all federal aid contracts each year so that attainment efforts may be evaluated. This agency federal aid contract has a goal of 1.0% DBE participation.

12. Bidders’ Conference. A bidders’ conference will be held on March 28 , 2023, at 10:00am (PST), at the following location: Santa Barbara Municipal Airport 601 Firestone Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93117 to acquaint all prospective bidders with the Contract Documents and the Worksite. The bidders’ conference is not mandatory.

13. Federally Funded Project. The majority of this project is funded under the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Contractor(s) will be required to comply with specific federal contract provisions as listed herein and contained in the Bid Documents.

(1) NOTICE OF REQUIREMENT FOR AFFIRMATIVE ACTION TO ENSURE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

A. The Offeror’s or Bidder’s attention is called to the “Equal Opportunity Clause” and the “Standard Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Construction Contract Specifications” set forth herein.

B. The goals and timetables for minority and female participation, expressed in percentage terms for the Contractor’s aggregate workforce in each trade on all construction work in the covered area, are as follows:

Timetables

Goals for minority participation for each trade: 19.7%

Goals for female participation in each trade: 6.9%

These goals are applicable to all of the Contractor’s construction work (whether or not it is Federal or federally assisted) performed in the covered area. If the Contractor performs construction work in a geographical area located outside of the covered area, it shall apply the goals established for such geographical area where the work is actually performed. With regard to this second area, the Contractor also is subject to the goals for both its federally involved and nonfederally involved construction.

The Contractor’s compliance with the Executive Order and the regulations in 41 CFR Part 60-4 shall be based on its implementation of the Equal Opportunity Clause, specific affirmative action obligations required by the specifications set forth in 41 CFR 60-4.3(a) and its efforts to meet the goals. The hours of minority and female employment and training must be substantially uniform throughout the length of the contract, and in each trade, and the Contractor shall make a good faith effort to employ minorities and women evenly on each of its projects. The transfer of minority or female employees or trainees from Contractor to Contractor or from project to project for the sole purpose of meeting the Contractor’s goals shall be a violation of the contract, the Executive Order and the regulations in 41 CFR Part 60-4. Compliance with the goals will be measured against the total work hours performed.

C. The Contractor shall provide written notification to the Director of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) within 10 working days of award of any construction subcontract

in excess of $10,000 at any tier for construction work under the contract resulting from this solicitation. The notification shall list the name, address, and telephone number of the subcontractor; employer identification number of the subcontractor; estimated dollar amount of the subcontract; estimated starting and completion dates of the subcontract; and the geographical area in which the subcontract is to be performed.

D. As used in this notice and in the contract resulting from this solicitation, the “covered area” is City of Santa Barbara, County of Santa Barbara, State of California.

(2) CIVIL RIGHTS – TITLE VI ASSURANCE

The CITY of SANTA BARBARA, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 USC §§ 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders or offerors that it will affirmatively ensure that for any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and no businesses will be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency), creed, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), age, or disability in consideration for an award.

(3) DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DBE)

Bid Information submitted as a matter of responsibility:

The Owner’s award of this contract is conditioned upon Bidder or Offeror satisfying the good faith effort requirements of 49 CFR § 26.53. As a condition of responsibility, every Bidder or Offeror must submit the following information on the forms provided herein within five days after bid opening.

1) The names and addresses of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) firms that will participate in the contract;

2) A description of the work that each DBE firm will perform;

3) The dollar amount of the participation of each DBE firm listed under (1);

4) Written statement from Bidder or Offeror that attests their commitment to use the DBE firm(s) listed under (1) to meet the Owner’s project goal;

5) Written confirmation from each listed DBE firm that it is participating in the contract in the kind and amount of work provided in the prime contractor’s commitment; and

6) If Bidder or Offeror cannot meet the advertised project DBE goal, evidence of good faith efforts undertaken by the Bidder or Offeror as described in appendix A to 49 CFR part 26. The documentation of good faith efforts must include copies of each DBE and non-DBE subcontractor quote submitted to the bidder when a non-DBE subcontractor was selected over a DBE for work on the contract.

(4) FEDERAL FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FEDERAL MINIMUM WAGE)

All contracts and subcontracts that result from this solicitation incorporate by reference the provisions of 29 CFR part 201, et seq, the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), with the same force and effect as if given in full text. The FLSA sets minimum wage,

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overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor standards for full and part-time workers.

The Contractor has full responsibility to monitor compliance to the referenced statute or regulation. The Contractor must address any claims or disputes that arise from this requirement directly with the U.S. Department of Labor – Wage and Hour Division.

(5) FOREIGN TRADE RESTRICTION CERTIFICATION

By submission of an offer, the Offeror certifies that with respect to this solicitation and any resultant contract, the Offeror –

1) is not owned or controlled by one or more citizens of a foreign country included in the list of countries that discriminate against U.S. firms as published by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR);

2) has not knowingly entered into any contract or subcontract for this project with a person that is a citizen or national of a foreign country included on the list of countries that discriminate against U.S. firms as published by the USTR; and

3) has not entered into any subcontract for any product to be used on the Federal project that is produced in a foreign country included on the list of countries that discriminate against U.S. firms published by the USTR.

This certification concerns a matter within the jurisdiction of an agency of the United States of America and the making of a false, fictitious, or fraudulent certification may render the maker subject to prosecution under Title 18 USC § 1001.

The Offeror/Contractor must provide immediate written notice to the Owner if the Offeror/Contractor learns that its certification or that of a subcontractor was erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances. The Contractor must require subcontractors provide immediate written notice to the Contractor if at any time it learns that its certification was erroneous by reason of changed circumstances.

Unless the restrictions of this clause are waived by the Secretary of Transportation in accordance with 49 CFR § 30.17, no contract shall be awarded to an Offeror or subcontractor:

1) who is owned or controlled by one or more citizens or nationals of a foreign country included on the list of countries that discriminate against U.S. firms published by the USTR; or

2) whose subcontractors are owned or controlled by one or more citizens or nationals of a foreign country on such USTR list; or

3) who incorporates in the public works project any product of a foreign country on such USTR list. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment of a system of records in order to render, in good faith, the certification required by this provision. The knowledge and information of a contractor is not required to exceed that which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings.

The Offeror agrees that, if awarded a contract resulting from this

solicitation, it will incorporate this provision for certification without modification in all lower tier subcontracts. The Contractor may rely on the certification of a prospective subcontractor that it is not a firm from a foreign country included on the list of countries that discriminate against U.S. firms as published by USTR, unless the Offeror has knowledge that the certification is erroneous.

This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when making an award. If it is later determined that the Contractor or subcontractor knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) may direct through the Owner cancellation of the contract or subcontract for default at no cost to the Owner or the FAA.

(6) FEDERAL CONTRACT PROVISIONS BY REFERENCE

The following provisions are incorporated herein by reference with the same force and effect as if given in full text (refer to Federal Contract Provisions section of these specifications for further details):

1) Buy American Preference

(Source: Title 49 USC § 50101; Executive Order 14005, Ensuring the Future is Made in All of America by All of America’s Workers; Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (Pub. L. No. 117-58), Build America, Buy America (BABA))

2) Civil Rights – General

(Source: 49 USC § 47123; FAA Order 1400.11 )

3) Davis Bacon Act

(Source: 2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(D), 29 CFR Part 5, 49 USC § 47112(b), 40 USC §§ 3141- 3144, 3146, and 3147). The Davis-Bacon Act ensures that laborers and mechanics employed under the contract receive pay no less than the locally prevailing wages and fringe benefits as determined by the Department of Labor.

4) Debarment and Suspension

(Source: 2 CFR Part 180 (Subpart B), 2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(H), 2 CFR Part 1200, DOT Order 4200.5, Executive Orders 12549 and 12689). By submitting a bid/proposal under this solicitation, the bidder or offeror certifies that neither it nor its principals are presently debarred or suspended by any Federal department or agency from participation in this transaction.

5) Lobbying and Influencing Federal Employees

(Source: 31 USC § 1352 – Byrd AntiLobbying Amendment, 2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(I), 49 CFR Part 20, Appendix A)

6) Procurement of Recovered Materials

(Source: 2 CFR § 200.323, 2 CFR Part 200, Appendix II(J), 40 CFR Part 247, 42 USC § 6901, et seq (Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)). Contractor and subcontractor agree to comply with Section 6002 of the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and the regulatory provisions of 40 CFR Part 247.

(See Federal Contract Provisions provided in the Bid Documents for further details.)

Successful Bidder/Contractor will be required to insert applicable Federal Contract Provisions in all subcontracts, and shall be responsible for compliance by subcontractor(s).

By:

Date: March 8, 2023

Brian D’Amour, City Engineer

Publication Dates: 1) March 15, 2023 2) March 22, 2023

PARA PUBLICACIÓN PUBLICA

13 DE MARZO 2023

El Borrador de Aviación Actividades Pronósticos, una parte del Plan Maestro actualizado para el Aeropuerto de Santa Barbara (SBA), está disponible para revisión pública.

El borrador describe la demanda del aeropuerto durante los próximos 20 años. Los pronósticos se utilizarán para determinar el crecimiento futuro de la totalidad del aeropuerto y que posibles mejoras se necesitan para acomodar las proyecciones de demanda en SBA. Una reunión de información pública sobre el Plan Maestro Actualizado tendrá lugar en la primavera de 2023, después del período de revisión pública.

Por separado, los impactos del ruido de los niveles de actividad previstos para 20 años se presentarán en una reunión pública en el otoño de 2023 después de que el análisis haya identificado las mejoras preferidas de el aeropuerto.

Por favor envíe sus comentarios escritos sobre el borrador de las previsiones de actividad de la aviación antes de 30 de marzo 2023 a SBA_ MPU@SantaBarbaraCA. gov. Para obtener más información y registrarse para recibir correos electrónicos relacionadas con este proyecto, visite Master Plan Update.

Para obtener más información, visite: www.FlySBA.com

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: The following person/persons/are doing business as ACTIVE BEHAVIOR CHANGE, ACTIVE BEHAVIOR HEALTH at 2342 Professional Pkwy, 300, Santa Maria, CA 93455. HOLDSAMBECK AND ASSOCIATES, INC at 2342 Professional Pkwy, 300, Santa Maria, CA 93455. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara on February 8, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 2023-0000349. Published March 3, 10, 17, 24, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: The following person/persons/are doing business as CENTRAL COAST AIR GUNS at 120 Industrial Way, Buellton, CA 93427. RICHARD A. DRAKE at 120 Industrial Way, Buellton, CA 93427. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara on February 13, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 2023-0000402. Published February 24, March 3, 10, 17, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: The following person/persons/are doing business as HOLDSAMBECK BEHAVIORAL HEALTH at 2342

Professional Pkwy, 300, Santa Maria, CA 93455. HOLDSAMBECK AND ASSOCIATES, INC at 2342 Professional Pkwy, 300, Santa Maria, CA 93455. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara on February 8, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 20230000353. Published March 3, 10, 17, 24, 2023.

Insertion Date: 3/17/23

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: The following person/persons/are doing business as SIAM ELEPHANT at 509 Linden Ave., Carpinteria, CA 93103. SNP GROUP LLC at 509 Linden Ave., Carpinteria, CA 93103. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara on February 2, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 2023-0000279. Published March 3, 10, 17, 24, 2023.

FOR PUBLIC RELEASE

MARCH 13, 2023

The Draft Aviation Activity Forecasts, a portion of the Airport Master Plan Update for the Santa Barbara Airport (SBA), is available for public review.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT:

The following person/persons/ are doing business as MIXTECO INTERPRETING SERVICES at 1720 Vine St., Santa Maria, CA 93454. OLGA SANTOS at 1720 Vine St., Santa Maria, CA 93454. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara on February 6, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 2023-0000322. Published March 17, 24, 31, April 7, 2023.

The draft forecasts show anticipated demand at SBA over the next 20 years. The forecasts will be used to determine the future growth of the entirety of the Airport and what possible improvements are needed to accommodate the demand projections at SBA. A public information meeting on the Master Plan Update will occur in the Spring of 2023, after the public review period.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT:

The following person/persons/are doing business as LOADSTAR MOVERS at 1014 Via Regina, Santa Barbara, CA 93111. JOSEPH VACCARO at 1014 Via Regina, Santa Barbara, CA 93111. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara on March 7, 2023. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk.

I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). FBN No. 20230000610. Published March 17, 24, 31, April 7, 2023.

Separately, noise impacts from the forecasted 20year activity levels will be presented in a public meeting in the Fall of 2023 after the analysis has identified the preferred airport improvements. Please submit written comments on the Draft Aviation Activity Forecasts by March 30, 2023 to SBA_ MPU@SantaBarbaraCA. gov. To learn more and sign up for email updates related to this project visit https://flysba. santabarbaraca.gov/ projects/master-planupdate.

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Bookworm Corner:

Flygirl

By Daisy Scott / VOICE

FOR IDA MAE JONES, THE SKY’S THE ONLY PLACE

SHE FEELS FREE. Having learned to fly when she was just eleven years old, Ida is determined to pursue her passion by becoming a pilot. However, while aviator Bessie Coleman was able to earn her pilot’s license as a Black woman in Europe,

1940s American society is too racist and misogynistic to provide that opportunity to Ida.

As engaging as it is historically insightful, Flygirl by Sherri L. Smith shines a light on an often overlooked chapter of World War II: the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) program. Launched in 1943 at the height of the war, the WASP program hired women pilots to undertake non-combat aviation jobs typically assigned to men, such as ferrying supplies and testing aircrafts. The program proved essential in supporting the American war effort and expanding opportunities for women at a time when they were barred from enlisting for active service.

Community Arts Music Association

Sunset by the Sea To Raise Money for SB Music

By Ricky Barajas/ VOICE

FOR OVER 100 YEARS NOW, THE COMMUNITY ARTS MUSIC ASSOCIATION

(CAMA) has been a staple in the Santa Barbara arts and music community that aims to enrich the community through music performances and educational programs. Join CAMA and other community members in a toast to young musicians at their upcoming fundraiser event, the second annual Sunset by the Sea, which takes place on Monday, March 20th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at the Cabrillo Pavilion.

“Giving young people the power to overcome their disadvantages and be able to communicate across language and cultural barriers is a noble cause,” said Musette Profant, Vice President of the CAMA Women’s Board.

Sunset by the Sea will feature wine from Artiste Winery and hors d’oeuvres for guests to enjoy at the beachfront. There is also a silent auction featuring items ranging from bottles of wine to jewelry, and even a gourmet dining experience at Casa Cima Linda. The Women’s Board of CAMA, which raises money to assist with concert sponsorships, educational outreach, and CAMA’s own Music Matters program, has invited world-renowned luthier Robert Brewer Young to be the keynote speaker of the Sunset by the Sea fundraiser.

“[Young] is really a dynamic speaker who is passionate about the work that he does,” said CAMA Women’s Board president Deborah Bertling. “He does things that our organization is a fan of. We want to get music into the hands and hearts of as many kids as we can.”

Increasing access to music for young children increases their communication skills, improves their test scores, and decreases violence in their communities. The social impact of music is undeniable, but the cost of obtaining and then maintaining an instrument proves too much of a financial burden for some to bear. As a luthier, or a craftsperson who creates and fixes stringed instruments with a neck and sound box such as violins or cellos, Young is among the world’s most respected. What truly makes Young shine are his efforts to spread access to music and music education to youth around the world through the work of his nonprofit, The Open String.

Beginning as a free service to rehair bows and repair instruments for blind musicians playing on the streets and subways of New York City, The Open String now works to provide kits to build high quality instruments to young musicians in poverty that rival the sonic quality and resonance of revered Stradivarius instruments. The kits were developed in partnership with Cambridge Department of Engineering, and combine Baroque violin making with computerized manufacturing. This manufacturing allows The Open String to provide these kits for just $3, which is a remarkably less expensive route than purchasing a new instrument, and also incorporates the young musicians into the construction process. Renowned violinist Lisa Lee will join Robert Brewer Young at Sunset by the Sea to demonstrate the “side-by-side” sounds of a Stradivarius violin and The Open String’s kit-assembled violin.

For tickets ($100), to view the silent auction items, or to make a donation, visit www.camasb.org

Yet this opportunity was not open to all women, namely Black female pilots. A dynamic work of historical fiction for ages 12 and up, Flygirl challenges this reality through the story of Ida Mae, a Black woman who dreams of earning her pilot’s license and working as a crop duster like her father. When she takes her pilot’s exam, however, the instructor tells her that while he would have no issues giving her license as a Black person,

he would never certify a woman. When WWII breaks out and the WASP program begins, Ida Mae realizes that it may be her only chance for a career in aviation — but only if she is willing to pass as a white woman.

Readers embark on a thoughtful, compelling read full of vibrant characters. Ida Mae, her family, and WASP peers each boast distinctive personalities that bring to life the hope, determination, and obstacles of a generation of women and people of color. The book’s very premise also approaches the issues of identity, friendship, and prejudice from a nuanced perspective. Ida Mae’s struggle to justify her actions to her family — and herself — asks readers to reflect on the nature of denying one’s identity to achieve success in an intolerant society. Her decision also highlights the issue of colorism, the reality of existing as a Black woman in the South during the Jim Crow era, and the perils of defying those laws.

In pairing Ida Mae’s story with the plights of the women she befriends, Smith leaves readers with a better understanding of the bravery and determination of the WASP aviators and secures Flygirl as an empowering read for Women’s History Month and beyond.

Available through the SB Public Library and Chaucer’s Books

BY Lucy Kirkwood

Courtesy photo

Bookworm Corner is a weekly column dedicated to highlighting children’s and young adult books that carry positive messages. It is penned by Daisy Scott, a lifelong reader and lover of children’s literature who holds her degree in literature and writing from UC San Diego.

Keynote speaker Robert Brewer Young SANTA

Silo118 & BG Gallery

Spring Magic is in the Air

By Ricky Barajas/ VOICE

foliage with disembodied eyes that watch a small, long-tongued, eldritch creature that is equally Lovecraftian as it is cute. An observant chameleon sits on a leaf assessing the danger of the scene below as the creature passes by.

“LA artist, Allois, creates her own world born of magic and mysticism and mythology in oil on canvas,” said Rubenstein. “The scenes are dark, yet amusing, enhanced by her old master style painting.”

WHILE

SPRING

BRINGS IMPENDING JOY AND BURSTING HAPPINESS, this sense of rebirth carries the reminder of the dark, cold winter that passed. In between these sensations lies Silo118 and BG Gallery’s satellite exhibition, Spring Magic Paintings, sculptures, and photographs cover the walls depicting subjects such as psychedelic naturescapes, plastic animals on a world tour, and people enjoying the outdoor world.

Open at VOICE Gallery in La Cumbre Plaza until March 31st, Spring Magic is Silo118’s first endeavor in testing out new “satellite” gallery locations around town.

“Hanging artwork is always an art in and of itself and this exhibit takes the viewer through several journeys as each artist has his or her own niche,” shared Bonnie Rubenstein, owner/director of Silo118. “You get the sense that you are walking into a museum.”

Spring Magic delivers an assortment of experiences that reference artistic aesthetics from the grotesque and the surreal to the fantastic and the absurd. One piece that embodies the sense of Spring Magic is Reawakening by Mat Mazza. Created from wood and steel, the Palm Springs sculptor’s piece features a small red bench with thin, snaking branches poking up through one end of the seat. The branches are gnarled and twisted, and barren save for small little red orbs at the tips that call to mind budding fruits that are ready to grow, but still need time to reach the point of ripening. That these branches are part of the bench creates a feeling of compassionate patience. If one can wait long enough for the fruits to ripen, then they will also be able to enjoy a seat in the tree’s shade.

Spring Magic includes works from painters Airom (owner and curator of BG Gallery), Gregory Horndeski, Salvatore Matteo, Hung Viet Nguyen, Larry Vigon, and Robin Walker. Sculptors Enrique Avilez, Jim Mcininch, Gerald Patrick, mixed media artists Jessica Darke and Lana Schmulevich, and photographers RT Livington and Ryan Schude also have featured pieces.

“A recent visitor to the exhibit expressed appreciation for the diversity of the work,” shared Rubenstein.

The darker side of the exhibition holds The Power of Willhelm by LA artist Allios, which depicts alien-faced mouthless cherubs that hunt a crowned boar in the sky. Another painting by Allios titled Existence features a dark background covered in dense

This venture marks the latest artistic addition to La Cumbre Plaza, which has developed into an upand-coming arts location for the Santa Barbara community. In addition to this collaboration between VOICE Gallery and Silo118, the Plaza is home to the La Cumbre Center for Creative Arts, the Arts Fund, and the Museum of Sensory & Movement Experiences.

Reawakening by Matt Mazza

Existence by Allois

Patti Smith Booth by Ryan Schude

A rt | A rte

FAULKNER GALLERY • Santa Barbara Art Assn ~ March • 40 E Anapamu St • 805-962-7653

GALLERY 113: Members of SB Art Assn • 1114 State St, #8, La Arcada Ct • 805-965-6611 • Mo-Sa 11-5; Sun 1-5 • www.gallery113sb.com

GALLERY LOS OLIVOS: Because We Paint: Garrett & Ginny Speirs ~ March 31 • Thu-Mo 10-5 • www.gallerylosolivos.com • 805-688-7517

GANNA WALSKA LOTUSLAND: 805.969.9990 • www.lotusland.org

GOLETA VALLEY LIBRARY: 500 N. Fairview Ave • Tu-Thu: 10-7pm; Fri & Sa 10-5:30pm; Su 1-5pm • www.TheGoletaValleyArtAssociation.org

HELENA MASON ART GALLERY: 48 Helena Av • 11-5pm Wed-Mon • www.helenamasonartgallery.com

JAMES MAIN FINE ART: 19th & 20th Fine art & antiques • 27 E De La Guerra St • Tu-Sa 12-5 • Appt Suggested • 805-962-8347

KARPELES MANUSCRIPT LIBRARY & MUSEUM: 21 W Anapamu • We-Su 12-4 • 805-962-5322 • https://karpeles.com/museums/sb.php

KATHRYNE DESIGNS: Local Artists

MUSEUM OF SENSORY & MOVEMENT EXPERIENCES: La Cumbre Plaza, 120 S. Hope Av #F119 • www.seehearmove.com

MY PET RAM: Now You Don’t: Anders Lindseth and Raychael Stine • 16 Helena Av • Fri-Sun noon-7pm • www.mypetram.com

SANTA BARBARA FINE ART: Winter Show ~ Spring • 1321 State St • MoSa 12-5; Su 12-4 • 805-845-4270 • www.santabarbarafineart.com

10 WEST GALLERY: Food For Thought ~ Mar 19 • 10 W Anapamu

• Thu-Sun 11-5 • 805-770-7711 • www.10westgallery.com

ARCHITECTURAL FDN GALLERY: Holly Hungett: Natural Interpretations ~ Mar 25-May 20

• 229 E Victoria • 805-965-6307 • www.afsb.org

ART, DESIGN & ARCHITECTURE

MUSEUM • Christopher Suarez - Espíritutectual; On Famous Women, 1400 – 1700; Genius Loci: Domesticity and Placemaking in Southern California; Sandy Rodriguez — Unfolding Histories: 200 Years of Resistance ~ May 7 • www.museum.ucsb.edu

ART FROM SCRAP GALLERY: 302 E Cota St • We 11-4; Th 11-5; Fr, Sat 11-4 • 805-884-0459 • www.exploreecology.org/art-from-scrap

THE ARTS FUND: The Power of Objects: The Art of Ron Robertson~ Mar 17- Apr 28 • La Cumbre Plaza, 120 S Hope Av • Su-Thu 11-6; Fri, Sa 11-7 • www.artsfundsb.org

ATKINSON GALLERY: small images ~ Mar 17 • Mo-Th 11-5, Fr 11-3 • http://gallery.sbcc.edu

BELLA ROSA GALLERIES: 1103-A State St • 11-5 daily • 805-966-1707

CASA DE LA GUERRA: Haas Adobe Watercolors • $5/Free • 15 East De la

Guerra St • Th-Sun 12-4 • www.sbthp.org/casadelaguerra

CASA DOLORES: A Fortune Inside My Piggy Bank / Una Fortuna Dentro De Mi Alcancía De Cochinito ~ Mar 31; Bandera Ware; traditional outfits ~ ongoing • 1023 Bath St • www.casadolores.org

CHANNING PEAKE GALLERY • 1st fl, 105 E Anacapa St • 805-568-3994

CLAY STUDIO GALLERY: Selections from the Clay Studio Community • 9-5pm, Mon-Fri; By Appt • 1351 Holiday Hill Rd • 805-565-CLAY • www.claystudiosb.org

CORRIDAN GALLERY: Contemporary Fine Art of Santa Barbara • Central Coast Artists • 125 N Milpas • WeSa 11-6 • 805-966-7939 • www.corridan-gallery.com

CYPRESS GALLERY: Quest for Hidden Gems of California by Susanne Schenck~ March • 119 E Cypress Av, Lompoc • Sat & Sun 1-4 • 805-7371129 • www.lompocart.org

EL PRESIDIO DE SANTA BÁRBARA: Nihonmachi Revisited; Memorias y Facturas • 123 E Canon Perdido St • Th-Sun 11-4 • www.sbthp.org

ELVERHØJ MUSEUM: Ephemera In Form ~ May 7 • 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang • 805-686-1211 • Th-Mo 11-5 • www.elverhoj.org

• 1225 Coast Village Rd, A • M-Sa 10-5; Su 11-5 • 805-565-4700

LA CUMBRE CENTER FOR CREATIVE

ARTS: Three Multi-Artist Galleries at La Cumbre Plaza - Celebrating Three Years! • Tues-Sun noon-5 • lacumbrecenterforcreativearts@gmail.com

LEGACY ART SANTA BARBARA: Artwork of Susy and Carroll Barrymore • 1230 State St.

LOMPOC LIBRARY GROSSMAN

GALLERY: 501 E North Av, Lompoc • 805-588-3459.

LYNDA FAIRLY CARPINTERIA ARTS

CENTER: Shape & Soul ~ Mar 16 • ThuSu 12-4 • 865 Linden Av • 805-6847789 • www.carpinteriaartscenter.org

MARCIA BURTT STUDIO: Summer in Winter - paintings and photographs by gallery artists ~ April 2 • 517 Laguna St • Th-Su 1-5 • 805-9625588 • www.artlacuna.com

MAUNE CONTEMPORARY: Santa Barbara Group Exhibition: Andrew Catanese & Taher Jaoui • 1309 State St • Tu-Su 11-5 & By appt • 805-8692524 • www.maune.com

MOXI, THE WOLF MUSEUM: Exploration + Innovation • Daily 10-5 • 805-770-5000 • 125 State St • www.moxi.org

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART

SANTA BARBARA: Antonio Pichillá Quiacaín’s: Tejiendo El Paisaje/Weaving the Landscape • 653 Paseo Nuevo.

PALM LOFT GALLERY: Three Old Trees: Work by Arturo Tello, Richard Schloss, and John Wullbrandt • 410 Palm Av, Loft A1, Carp • By Appt • 805-684-9700 • www.Palmloft.com

PEREGRINE GALLERIES: Early California and American paintings; fine vintage jewelry • 1133 Coast Village Rd • 805-252-9659 • www.Peregrine.shop

PORTICO GALLERY: Open Daily • 1235 Coast Village Rd • 805-7298454 • www.porticofinearts.com

SANTA BARBARA ART WORKS: Artists with disabilities programs, virtual exhibits • 805-260-6705 • www.sbartworks.org

SB BOTANIC GARDEN: Interlopings: Colors in the Warp and Weft of Ecological Entanglements by Helén Svensson and Lisa Jevbratt ~ Mar 12 • 1212 Mission Canyon Rd • 10-5 daily • 805-682-4726 • www.sbbg.org

SB HISTORICAL MUSEUM: Clarence Mattei: Portrait of a Community; Memories of Mountain Drive: SB’s Bohemian Community ~ June; The Story of SB • 136 E De la Guerra • Thur 12-5, Fri 12-7; Sat 12-5 • 805966-1601 • www.sbhistorical.org

SB MARITIME MUSEUM: Dan Merkel: The Lure of Lighthouses and Dancing Waves ~ Aug 27; The Chumash, Whaling, Commercial Diving, Surfing, Shipwrecks, First Order Fresnel Lens, and Santa Barbara Lighthouse Women Keepers ~ Ongoing • 113 Harbor Way, Ste 190 • Thu-Su 10-5 • 805-962-8404 • www.SBMM.org

Art Events Eventos de Arte

3RD FRIDAY ART WALK @ LA CUMBRE PLAZA • La Cumbre Galleries celebrate the arts ~ Arts Fund Gallery, La Cumbre Center for Creative Arts (Elevate, Fine Line, and Illuminations Galleries), the Museum of Sensory & Movement Experiences, and Grace Fisher Foundation’s Inclusive Arts Clubhouse hold their doors open with music, art, and more • 5pm-8pm Fr, 3/17.

BOTANICAL ART SALE & DEMO • Linda Vorobik, PhD presents her botanical scarves, cards, prints, and more • SB Botanic Garden • Free with admission • www.sbbotanicgarden.org • 10am-3pm Fr, 3/17.

SKETCH WORKSHOP: THE IMMEDIACY OF A SKETCH • Led by artist and architect Sandra Vlock, refreshments included • El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel • $50 • RSVP: concierge. ele@belmond.com • 3-4:40pm Fr, 3/17.

ARTISTS TALK: WESTERN EDGE • With artists of Broad Spectrum • Thomas Reynolds Gallery • 2-4pm Sa, 3/18.

LOS ARTISTAS HABLAN: BORDE OCCIDENTAL • Con artistas de Broad Spectrum • Thomas Reynolds Gallery • 2-4pm sábado, 3/18.

OPENING RECEPTION: BIRD’S EYE VIEW: FOUR PERSPECTIVES • View works by and meet artists Chris Maynard, David Tomb, Shae Warnick & Chet Wilcox • Wildling Museum, Solvang • Free • www.wildlingmuseum.org • 3-5pm Su, 3/19.

OPENING RECEPTION: NATURAL INTERPRETATIONS • Meet artist Holly Hungett and view her new exhibition • Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara, 229 E.

Victoria • Free • 1-3pm Sa, 3/25.

BYGONE: AN ART EVENT FOR THE STEELHEAD • Artwork by Michael and Nate Irwin inspired by the endangered California Steelhead; 30 percent of proceeds donated to organizations saving the steelhead • Community Arts Workshop, 631 Garden St. • Free • 5-9pm Sa, 3/25.

DEVEREAUX LANGDOC - A 60-YEAR LIVING RETROSPECTIVE • Reception celebrating six decades of painting, sketches, and sculptures • Community Arts Workshop, 631 Garden St. • Free • 12-4pm Su, 3/26.

SB ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW • Local artists & artisans • 236 E. Cabrillo Blvd., SB • 10am-5pm Sundays.

EXPOSICIÓN DE ARTES Y ARTESANIAS SB • De artistas y artesanos locales • 236 E. Cabrillo Blvd., SB • 10am-5pm los domingos.

Send your art openings, receptions, and events to Art@ VoiceSB.com to be included in this free listing. Envía tus inauguraciones de arte, recepciones, y eventos a Art@VoiceSB.com para ser incluido en este listado gratuito.

Charles Lloyd Celebrates 85th Birthday at the Lobero!

With Jason Moran, piano; Larry Grenadier, bass; Brian Blade, drums

SB MUSEUM OF ART: Scenes from a Marriage: Ed & Nancy Kienholz ~ May 21; Out of Joint: Joan Tanner ~ May 14; Portrait of Mexico Today; Highlights of East Asian Art -

Ongoing • Tu-Su, 11-5; Thu, 11-8 • www.sbma.net • 805-963-4364

SB MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY:

Drawn by a Lady: Early Women

Illustrators ~ July 2; Native People

Through Lens of Edward Curtis ~ Apr 30 • Wed-Sun 10-5 • 2559 Puesta del Sol • www.sbnature.org

SANTA BARBARA SEA CENTER

Dive In: Our Changing Channel ~

Ongoing • Daily 10-5 • 805-6824711 • 211 Stearns Wharf • www.sbnature.org

SANTA BARBARA TENNIS CLUB:

Nip It In The Bud ~ April 12 • 9-7 daily • 2375 Foothill Rd • 805-6824722 • www.2ndfridaysart.com

SILO 118: 118 Gray St • 12-5 Th-Sa/ by appt • www.silo118.com

SULLIVAN GOSS: Surreal Women: Surrealist Art By American Women ~ April 24; Regenerate: Works of J. Bradley Greer & Lynda Weinman ~ Mar 27 • 11 E Anapamu St • 805-7301460 • www.sullivangoss.com

SUSAN QUINLAN DOLL & TEDDY

BEAR MUSEUM: 122 W. Canon

Perdido • Fr-Sa 11-4; Su-Th by appt • 805-687-4623 • www.quinlanmuseum.com

SYV HISTORICAL MUSEUM & CARRIAGE HOUSE: Art Of The Western Saddle • 3596 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez • Sa, Su 12-4 • 805-688-7889 • www.santaynezmuseum.org

TAMSEN GALLERY: Work by Robert W. Firestone • 911.5 State St, 805705-2208 • www.tamsengallery.com

THOMAS REYNOLDS GALLERY: Western Edge ~ Mar 25 • Th-Sat 12-5; By Appt • 1331 State St • www.thomasreynolds.com

UCSB LIBRARY: www.library.ucsb.edu

VOICE GALLERY: Silo 118 Gallery presents: Spring Magic ~ March 28 • La Cumbre Plaza H-124 • 805-965-6448

WATERHOUSE GALLERY: Notable CA & National Artists • La Arcada Ct, 1114 State St, #9 • 11-5 Mon-Sun • 805-962-8885 • www.waterhousegallery.com

WESTMONT RIDLEY-TREE MUSEUM OF ART: Entangled ~ March 25 • 805565-6162 • Mo-Fr 10-4; Sat 11-5 • www.westmont.edu/museum

WILDLING MUSEUM: Bird’s Eye View: Four Perspectives ~ Mar 18- Sept 4; Dunes: Visions of Sand, Light & Shadow ~ April 3 • 1511 B Mission Dr, Solvang • www.wildlingmuseum.org

By Sheri Wright, Special to VOICE

PROPOS

OF CELEBRATING

A150 years of arts presentations, March 10th, 2023 at the Lobero Theatre brought a gathering of music aficionados also celebrating the 85th birthday of Charles Lloyd.

As Mr. Lloyd came onto the stage, he and his band were greeted with a robust, reverential standing ovation. After the applause receded, he began to fill the space with his mellifluous filigree musings on his tenor sax, weaving worlds with his compatriots through the stories explored and revealed. Lloyd is a griot, narrating his stories with an incredibly wide array of dynamics, so quiet and yet capable of becoming a wall of sound.

The background of these musicians is a virtual “who’s who” of the jazz lexicon. Lift Every Voice opened by Jason Moran, tender, reverent, sometimes creeping at the edges hinting at, then bursting into social discontent, evocative of the civil discord in which we find ourselves embroiled. Music reflects and captures us so beautifully. He and his trio are masters of this most treasured art form.

This was an evening of seamless interplay, replete in filling one’s soul with so much goodness – simultaneity of being alone, yet together. His other explorations included Rabo de Nube and Soaring, played on his alto flute, finishing with an encore of La Llorona on his tenor saxophone.

A small cadre of people began singing happy birthday. It was beautiful. Within a few moments the song spread across the hall, everyone joining in to wish Charles a most heartfelt rendition.

The backdrop video and paintings were created by his wife, Dorothy Darr: serene, sensual, and edgy.

This was Lloyds’ 19th concert at the Lobero.

The evening continued with a party where guests had the opportunity to share their love and appreciation of and for the many decades of extraordinary music with Lloyd. As he said during the concert to Jason, “play it...play it man.”

Solar Variation by Holly Hugnett opening reception March 25th

Nancy Crouse, Charles Lloyd, Marina Dougherty, and Jim Dougherty

Photo by Priscilla, ©PhotosByPriscilla 2023

Photo by Priscilla, ©PhotosByPriscilla 2023

Participating Artists: Anna Emma

• Rebecca Arguello • Ann Shelton

Beth • Suchitra Bhosle • Eli Cedrone

• Chris Chapman • Christina Cooper

• Nancy Davidson • Camille Dellar

• Ellie Freudenstein • Irene Kovalik

• Beverly Lazor • Ni Zhu • Pauline

Roche • Ann Sanders • Nina Warner

Gallery Hours: Mon-Sat 11am to 5pm - Closed Sunday

Anna Emma Nancy Davidson

Ann Shelton Beth Ann Sanders

Chris Chapman

Nina Warner

Ellie Freudenstein

Irene Kovalik

Rebecca Arguello

B L O C K P A R T Y

MARCH 16, 5-8 PM

ROLLERSKATE RINK // DJ DARLA BEA/ VENDORS // PERFORMANCES

ARTS & CRAFTS // FACEPAINTING