VOICE Magazine: June 6, 2025

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Strawberry Stuffed Avocado

Persian Cucumber, Local Market Strawberry Gazpacho Sungold Tomatoes, Piment d’Espelette, Sea Salt

Dungeness Crab Cake

Sweet Corn, Baby Zucchini, Circus Frisée, Pea Shoots, Roasted Tomatillo, Local Avocado Salsa Verde

Sicilian Burrata and Prosciutto Ruliano

Heirloom Tomatoes, Riviera Ligure Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Bronte Pistachios, Purple Watercress, Ciabatta Crisp, Arugula Pesto

Roasted Vegetable Shakshuka

Za’atar Spiced Tomato Sauce, Feta Cheese, Crispy Brussels, Organic Egg, Grilled Fresh Herb Ciabatta

Pan Seared Pacific Halibut

Hope Ranch Mussels, Napa Cabbage, Pickled Sweet Peppers, Cilantro Lemongrass Coconut Curry Broth

Buttermilk Fried Chicken &Waffles Country Gravy & Vermont Maple Syrup

entree dessert

Grilled Prime Flat Iron Steak

Confit Potatoes, House Smoked Bacon, King Oyster Mushroom, Gorgonzola, Garden Herb Salsa Verde

Smoked Salmon Benedict

Yukon Gold Potato Rosti, Avocado, Wild Arugula, Meyer Lemon Hollandaise

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

Thick Cut Applewood-Smoked Bacon, Strawberry Jam, Vermont Maple Syrup

Tahitian Vanilla Crème Brûlée Seasonal Berry Medley

Assortment of Three Cheeses

Murray’s Cave Aged Reserve Barnstorm Blue, Roomano Extra Aged Gouda, Époisses

SYR Profiteroles

Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Chantilly Manjari Chocolate

Trio of House Made Sorbets

Seasonal Flavors

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Music Academy of the West To Open Education Center in Downtown Santa Barbara

By Mark M. Whitehurst / VOICE

AHIGH NOTE FOR DOWNTOWN, the Music Academy of the West has purchased one of the largest buildings on State Street and announced plans to develop a music education center that will also be used for performances.

The building is just one block from the Lobero Theatre and in the Historic Arts District, located at 901 State Street on the corner of Canon Perdido, and was previously owned by Ray Mahboob.

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A landmark commitment of $20 million from Cheryl Goldberg, founding contributor to the Music Academy’s Music Education Center, in honor of her late husband Michael Goldberg, will facilitate the purchase of the property and the creation of the education center. Michael Goldberg is a distinguished former executive of Berkshire Hathaway Inc.

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“We are profoundly grateful to Cheryl Goldberg for bringing this vision to life,” said Shauna Quill, President & CEO of the Music Academy. “This center represents a bold investment in Santa Barbara’s vibrant cultural landscape. By establishing a permanent downtown presence, we’re deepening our roots and ensuring that the transformative power of music reaches every corner of our city.”

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The ongoing revitalization of the downtown corridor has seen many improvements in the last few months, including the formation of a new Community Business Improvement District called the Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association (DSBIA).

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“In my official capacity I am thrilled to see the Music Academy of the West locate downtown and bring both their programming and educational services,” commented David de L’Arbre President of DSBIA. “I think it’s a sign of the resurgence and confidence in downtown... Downtown Santa Barbara’s reputation has been built around the unique combination of culture and art.”

The downtown expansion by MAW represents a pivotal moment for the organization, as it approaches its 80th anniversary, in both the institution’s evolution and Santa Barbara’s history.

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“This gift honors not only the Music Academy’s extraordinary mission and its desire to increase access to music education in Santa Barbara,” said Cheryl Goldberg. “It is also a tribute to the memory of my beloved husband, Michael, whose legacy lives on through the countless lives this center will touch.”

The Goldbergs relocated from Omaha, Nebraska to Santa Barbara in 2002, intending to make it their permanent home.

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“On behalf of our Board of Directors and the Music Academy, I want to express our gratitude to Cheryl Goldberg for this extraordinary act of generosity,” said Danner

Schefler, Chair of the Music Academy Board of Directors. “Her gift creates a living memorial to Michael’s legacy—one that will inspire and benefit generations to come. This center ensures that their shared vision of community, excellence, and artistic expression will continue to shape the spirit and character of Santa Barbara.”

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Michael Goldberg’s leadership at Berkshire Hathaway exemplified the same values of excellence and community impact that this gift represents. Warren Buffett, the company’s Chairman and CEO, in a statement reflecting on Michael’s legacy shared, “Mike’s role at Berkshire was monumental. I had made many mistakes in staffing the insurance business and he not only corrected them—he single-handedly created the world’s best team. Berkshire would be nothing like it is today without Mike.”

The Music Academy of the West has long been a foundation of Santa Barbara’s identity, most notably through its renowned Summer Music Festival & School, which brings together 150 talented fellows from around the world for immersive training and 120+ public performances. The festival blends world-class orchestral and vocal instruction with dynamic programming, drawing thousands of attendees and shaping the next generation of music leaders. The 2025 Music Festival & School begins its public performances on Wednesday, June 18th and runs through August 9th.

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“This is a defining moment for Santa Barbara’s future,” said Randy Rowse, Mayor of Santa Barbara. “The Music Academy’s commitment to establishing a downtown music center will create ripple effects for generations—energizing our historic core, attracting visitors and residents alike, and cementing our identity as a city where the arts don’t just survive, but flourish.” musicacademy.org

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Fiesta Rodeo To Move To Santa Ynez Valley

By David Bolton / Special to VOICE

THE FIESTA

RODEO AND STOCK

HORSE SHOW will be moving to the Santa Ynez Valley this year, it was announced at an Old Spanish Days press conference on Tuesday by El Presidente Fritz Olenberger.

“We are looking forward to our new rodeo venue that places an importance on families and the local equestrian community,” El Presidente Fritz Olenberger said. “This is what has made the Fiesta Rodeo so special all of these years.” Fiesta celebrated its 100th Anniversary last year.

In addition to announcing the new official Old Spanish Days Rodeo venue, El Presidente also rolled out details for Fiesta 2025, including an emphasis on bringing the Fiesta spirit throughout the downtown business core.

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“We are encouraging everyone in Santa Barbara to come downtown for this year’s community celebration,” El Presidente said. “Our Mercado De La Guerra is expanding into Casa De La Guerra with more booths and entertainment, and we also encourage everyone to enjoy our downtown businesses and restaurants. It will be a special Fiesta!”

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In making the announcement during an afternoon media conference, El Presidente Fritz Olenberger stressed the importance of a Fiesta Rodeo that continues to honor community, families, and kids. “It is what is most important about Old Spanish Days Fiesta,” he said. “And it is important that this remains part of our Old Spanish Days Fiesta Rodeo.”

Upcoming Old Spanish Days events include the Annual Fiesta Fashion Sale this Saturday at the Santa Barbara Carriage and Western Art Museum, and Fiesta Ranchera at Goleta’s Stow House on Thursday, June 19th.

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Old Spanish Days Fiesta runs July 30-August 3. Additional information and schedules are available at sbfiesta.org

Photo Courtesy of Old Spanish Days Fiesta

1925 Santa Barbara Earthquake: The Event that Changed Our City

Community Groups Holding Earthquake Events Include:

T 6:44AM ON JUNE 29TH, 1925, A POWERFUL EARTHQUAKE devastated Santa Barbara, taking the lives of eleven people and destroying or damaging 74 downtown buildings. It was a pivotal moment in the City’s history that brought the community together, sharing resources and space to support one another through the aftermath. Out of the debris emerged Santa Barbara’s Spanish Colonial Revival architecture that it is known for today.

Organizations from across Santa Barbara have teamed up to commemorate and learn from the city-changing event that took place 100 years ago and will present an array of events and activities related to the Quake.

For the Centennial Weekend itself, EQ25 has planned two large community events. They are highlights of the Centennial Anniversary Weekend and will take place Saturday and Sunday, June 28th and 29th.

First up is THE GREAT QUAKE Centennial Commemoration. A community street exhibition with entertainment, music, exhibits, displays, workshops, and special surprises, THE GREAT QUAKE has something for the whole family. Visitors can try earthquake-themed food and booths, enjoy stage events with musicians and storytellers, a kids zone, and a history walk. There will even be an earthquake simulator where visitors can feel what it’s like to experience a 7.0 earthquake. Disaster preparedness information and resources will also be available.

plaque on the steps of the Old Mission

Santa Barbara and at 3pm, church bells across town will ring eleven times in remembrance of those Santa Barbarans who perished in the earthquake.

THE AFTERMATH

Those days and months following the quake 100 years ago changed the community in many ways. As aftershocks rolled through the community, many city residents spent the rest of the summer sleeping outdoors in fear.

For those who would like to pitch in and sponsor, volunteer, or participate with an exhibit or activity for THE GREAT QUAKE, visit: eq25.org

The next day, Sunday, June 29th, is the Day of Remembrance. The Day will be marked by more somber events and activities. At 2pm there will be ceremony and the unveiling of a commemorative

Santa Barbara Conservancy

Santa Barbara County

In the face of the tragedy, City officials looked for ways to improve Santa Barbara. Stricter building codes were enforced on new construction and commercial buildings on State Street were required to conform to a Spanish Colonial Revival style of architecture. The headline of the day was, “Spanish Architecture to Rise from Ruins.” The results of their efforts are evident in the distinctive look that has made Santa Barbara a popular tourist destination ever since.

American Institute of Architects-Santa Barbara Chapter

Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara Bellosguardo Foundation

Casa Del Herrero

Citizens Planning Association of Santa Barbara County

Las Cumbres Observatory

Pearl Chase Society

Title Sponsor:

Genealogical Society

Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Santa Barbara Mission Archive Library

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History

Santa Barbara Public Library

Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation

Summer Solstice Parade

Information for all Centennial Earthquake Events can be found EQ25.org

To include your event on the EQ25 event page free of charge, please share appropriate contact information and any necessary registration information to EQ25org@gmail.com

For more information on the other events and event updates, visit eq25.org

Community News

Island Clean Up Nets 1,400 lbs of Trash

ACLEAN UP EFFORT ON THE SOUTH SIDE

OF SANTA CRUZ ISLAND AND DRIFTWOOD COVE ON ANACAPA ISLAND removed over 1,400 pounds of trash. The volunteer clean up effort was led by Santa Barbara Channelkeeper, Island Packers, Santa Barbara Adventure Company, and the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation.

“We look forward to these annual cleanups and the opportunity that these events provide by bringing our partners and volunteers together for a productive and meaningful day of service in a very

special place,” said Channelkeeper’s science and program manager Molly Troup. “We hope that these events inspire community members to continue to elevate the plastic crisis and push for meaningful change.”

This is the sixth year of collaborative cleanups at the Channel Islands for the group. This event is part of the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation’s larger effort to remove marine debris from five different marine sanctuaries across California, Washington, and the Gulf of Mexico, a project supported by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Marine Debris Program.

High Fire Season Declared in Santa Barbara County

FIRE SEASON HAS ARRIVED IN SANTA BARBARA COUNTY and all concerned agencies gathered Monday to announce it and connect with the community at large.

The Santa Barbara County Fire Department, in coordination with CAL FIRE, the Santa Barbara County Fire Chiefs Association, the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office, the United States Forest Service Los Padres, the County of Santa Barbara Office of Emergency Management, and the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District, has announced the start of the 2025 High Fire Season for all areas of Santa Barbara County, effective June 2, 2025.

With the onset of High Fire Season, SBC Fire will suspend all burn permits issued for residential burning and hazard reduction. Simultaneously, the department will increase the deployment of resources to respond to vegetation fires as needed throughout the county.

During High Fire Season, it is critical for residents, workers, and visitors to exercise increased caution and prioritize fire safety at all times.

The public is also encouraged to sign up for emergency alerts at readysbc.org.

To download a wildfire preparation checklist visit sbcfire.com/ready-set-go.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

City of Santa Barbara

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Santa Barbara will conduct a Public Hearing on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, during the afternoon session of the meeting which begins at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 735 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, to consider the recommendation filed by the Downtown Parking Committee’s decision to recommend that City Council accept the Parking and Business Improvement Area Draft Annual Report and approve a status quo assessment for Fiscal Year 2026.

You are invited to attend this hearing and address your verbal comments to the City Council. Written comments are also welcome up to the time of the hearing, and should be addressed to the City Council via the City Clerk’s Office by sending them electronically to Clerk@SantaBarbaraCA.gov or by mail to P.O. Box 1990, Santa Barbara, CA 93102-1990.

On Thursday, June 12, 2025, an Agenda with all items to be heard on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, will be available at City Hall, 735 Anacapa Street, and at the Central Library. Agendas and Staff Reports are also accessible online at www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CAP. The Agenda includes instructions for participation in the meeting. If you wish to participate in the public hearing, please follow the instructions on the posted Agenda.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need auxiliary aids or special assistance to gain access to, comment at, or participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administrator’s Office at 805-564-5305. If possible, notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements in most cases. Specialized services, such as sign language interpretation or documents in Braille, may require additional lead time to arrange. (SEAL)

/s/ Sarah P. Gorman, MMC

City

Clerk Services Manager

May 21, 2025

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Japanese Universities Soliciting Harvard Students

OFFERING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO HARVARD RESEARCHERS AND STUDENTS, Japanese universities are taking advantage of President Trump’s attack on American universities.

“Three major universities in the Kansai region will assist international students and researchers facing difficulties in the United States… Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine said it has secured financial resources of 600 million yen to 1 billion yen to establish a system to accept up to about 100 researchers, regardless of nationality,” the Asahi Shimbun reported last week.

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Court Bars Restart of Pipeline While Lawsuit Proceeds

By Mark M. Whitehurst / VOICE

ACOASTAL OIL PIPELINE RESTART WAS STOPPED by a temporary restraining order this week. The ruling to grant the emergency restraining order was made by the honorable Judge Donna D. Geck, of the California Superior Court in Santa Barbara. The judge also set a follow up hearing for July 18th.

At the same time, Sable Offshore continues to pump oil from Platform Harmony into holding tanks in anticipation of an approved pipeline. The court order prevents the restart of the pipeline that caused one of California’s worst oil spills while a lawsuit related to the restart is being resolved.

“This is the second court order in as many weeks blocking progress on the restart project, which again shows why a full environmental review and an opportunity for public input are critical in this case,” said Linda Krop, Chief Counsel of the Environmental Defense Center in Santa Barbara. “Restarting this defective pipeline with no review and no way for the public to weigh in is a danger to our coast, our climate, and people on the Central Coast. At the very least, Governor Newsom should demand that his agencies follow the law and do everything possible to prevent another ecological and economic disaster in our state.”

The request to the court was filed by the Environmental Defense Center, the Center for Biological Diversity, and the Wishtoyo Foundation and was a response to an announcement by the pipeline’s owner, Sable Offshore Corp., that it had resumed oil production from one of three offshore platforms related to the pipeline on May 15th. The company announced it is storing that oil in onshore tanks while it seeks to restart the failed pipeline system, which closed in 2015.

“We were appalled when Sable resumed operations offshore with no public notice, so it’s a relief that the company can’t restart these onshore pipelines while the court considers this case,” said Julie Teel Simmonds, a senior counsel at the Center for Biological Diversity. “The public deserves to know what harms could come from the pipeline that caused such a catastrophic oil spill ten years ago, and the decision to restart shouldn’t be made behind closed doors. It’s important to hold California agencies accountable and make sure they protect the public interest and our coastal environment from oil industry pollution.”

“Today, we celebrate an enormous victory in our long battle against the restart

of the Santa Ynez Unit and Las Flores Pipeline System,” said Mati Waiya, executive director of the Wishtoyo Chumash Foundation. “Our communities have remained steadfast in the face of such disregard for the environment and our collective safety.”

The groups filed the request as part of their pending lawsuit against the Office of the State Fire Marshal, which challenges the agency for issuing Sable waivers from safety requirements to prevent corrosion. The Santa Barbara-based Environmental Defense Center filed a similar lawsuit and request for relief on behalf of their clients, Get Oil Out!, the Santa Barbara County Action Network, the Sierra Club, and Santa Barbara Channelkeeper. The Fire Marshal did not comply with environmental review and pipeline safety laws before issuing the waivers for this flawed pipeline, according to EDC. No state agency under Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration has conducted a full environmental review of the restart project.

Sable has been cited for violating California law. The California Coastal Commission issued three cease-and-desist orders, a $18 million fine, and a restoration order against Sable for damage to the coastal zone from unpermitted construction work on the pipelines.

On May 28th a court granted a preliminary injunction, ordering Sable to stop all construction in the coastal zone, although the company has stated that it has already completed all the necessary work on the pipelines.

The Central Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board has also asked the California attorney general to pursue legal action against Sable for water quality violations related to work on the pipeline.

The oil spill on May 19, 2015, at Refugio State Beach near Santa Barbara damaged 150 miles of the California coast. What is believed to be 450,000 gallons of oil polluted thousands of acres of shoreline and habitat and killed hundreds of marine mammals and birds, shutting down beaches and fisheries. Restoration and compensation cost hundreds of millions of dollars, and the spill resulted in a felony conviction for the pipeline’s former owner Plains All American Pipeline.

Sable Offshore announced at the end of May that it had closed its previously announced upsized underwritten public offering of 10,000,000 shares of common stock at the public offering price of $29.50 per share. The gross proceeds from the offering, before deducting discounts and commissions and estimated expenses of the offering, were approximately $295 million.

County Completes Installation of 250 Electric Vehicle Chargers

AMILESTONE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGERS,

the County of Santa Barbara has announced that 251 charging ports have been placed and opened in support of the County’s Zero Emission Vehicle policy and infrastructure project.

“The County of Santa Barbara project exemplifies how local governments can lead the transition to sustainable transportation,” said Raphael Declercq, CEO of PowerFlex. “By implementing a mix of fleet and public charging solutions across multiple facilities, the County has created a robust EV ecosystem that serves both their operational needs and the broader community.”

The project began in 2021, representing one of the largest municipal EV charging deployments in the region. Key installations include 56 chargers at the County Administration building and 60 chargers at the Betteravia Government Center Campus, which was partially supported by the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project program and Air Pollution Control District.

Also slated are an additional 177 chargers across eleven sites using future California Energy Commission grant funding combined with County match funding. They are slated to be installed in the next three years.

This expansion will further strengthen the County’s charging network and support increasing EV adoption throughout the region.

Public Access to Chargers: County employees, residents, and visitors can easily access the public charging stations through the PowerFlex App, available for both iOS and Android devices.

The app allows users to locate available chargers, start and monitor charging sessions, and manage payments seamlessly. The PowerFlex App offers convenient features including the ability to set charging preferences, view real-time charging status, and receive notifications when charging is complete. Users can also view pricing information, transaction history, and manage payment methods. To ensure public charging stations are widely available, the County charges a parking fee after four hours of use. After that time, drivers will be charged $0.10 per minute. At locations with both County fleet and public chargers, signs clearly mark which spots are for public use.

In an effort to mitigate demand, charges at County facilities encourage drivers to charge during nonpeak hours. Electricity output for chargers is reduced during hours of peak electricity demand (between 4pm and

9pm). This strategy has been implemented to avoid price fluctuations throughout the day.

Community News

Juneteenth with Jon Boogz at MCASB

HONORING BLACK ARTISTRY FOR JUNETEENTH, the Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara will present Juneteenth with Jon Boogz, an evening of live street dance, short films, and creative conversation honoring Black artistry and innovation in movement.

The program will feature choreographer, filmmaker, and street dance artist Jon Boogz, whose work fuses social justice themes with deeply cinematic storytelling and movement. Boogz will be joined by three fellow dancers and longtime collaborators for a live performance and a screening of select award-winning short films. The evening culminates in a Q&A moderated by internationally acclaimed street dancer and Memphis jookin’ ambassador Lil Buck.

“Boogz and Buck are artists whose work stays with you long after you’ve seen it,” said MCASB board member Ingrid Bostrom, who helped organize the event. “This Juneteenth, we’re honored to welcome them and their collaborators to Santa Barbara for a program that celebrates liberation, expression, and the transformative power of performance.”

The one-night-only event will take place Thursday, June 19th, at 6pm at Center Stage Theater, followed by a reception on the Paseo Nuevo Arts Terrace and after-hours access to MCASB’s current exhibition, Arte del Pueblo.

Doors open at 5:30pm and seating is limited. A post-show reception and deejay set will take place from 7 to 8:30pm on the Paseo Nuevo Arts Terrace. Guests are also invited to explore MCASB’s exhibitions throughout the evening.

TV Santa Barbara Launches Online Auction

AN ONLINE AUCTION benefiting TV Santa Barbara has started and will run until Sunday, June 15th. The auction coincides the TVSB’s 50th Anniversary Celebration which will take place on Friday, June 13th, at SOhO Restaurant & Music Club.

“This auction reflects the incredible generosity and spirit of Santa Barbara — with local businesses, artists, and partners coming together to offer unforgettable experiences and treasures,” said Erik Davis, Executive Director of TV Santa Barbara. “It’s a unique opportunity to give back while enjoying something truly special.”

“For five decades, TVSB has empowered individuals of all backgrounds to share their stories and create media that reflects the heart of our community. The proceeds from this auction will directly support our work in media education, training, and production access — ensuring that everyone has the tools and platform to be seen and heard. We invite everyone to participate, bid generously, and help us continue our legacy of amplifying local voices.”

Auction Highlights Include: VIP Travel Experiences: Luxurious getaways, private tours, and first-class accommodations; Original Artwork: Stunning pieces from renowned Santa Barbara artists; Local Gift Certificates: Dine at top restaurants and shop at beloved boutiques; Unique Excursions: Adventure-filled experiences, from sailing trips and wine tours to spa retreats; One-of-a-kind packages and surprises you won’t find anywhere else.

All proceeds will benefit TV Santa Barbara’s mission to amplify local voices and provide access to media education, tools, and training for all.

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City and Dune Coffee Brewing Sustainability

BRING YOUR OWN CUP for sustainable change is the idea behind a collaboration between Dune Coffee and the City of Santa Barbara, who hope to encourage the reduction of single-use coffee cup waste.

“This partnership is about creating everyday opportunities for people to make more sustainable choices,” said Julie Lawrence, Clean Community Manager. “In the City of Santa Barbara, we generate about 7 pounds of trash per person per day - significantly more than the national average of 4.9 pounds. Reducing single-use items like coffee cups is a way to cut that number down.”

Beginning June 4 and running through the end of August, the city will match Dune’s existing 50-cent discount when customers use a reusable or “for here” cup, offering a total discount of $1. Customers who bring their own reusable cup or choose to stay and sip from a café cup will receive the full discount.

In addition to the discount, customers can upgrade to a reusable clay cup crafted by GaeaStar, offering both style and sustainability at no charge. As part of this pilot program, Dune Coffee shops will display educational signage highlighting the environmental impact of disposable cups and the benefits of reusables.

Each year, over 80 billion disposable cups are used in the United States. An estimated 16 billion of those end up in landfills and producing them requires the destruction of more than 6.5 million trees annually. Most paper cups are lined with plastic, making them extremely difficult to recycle.

La Ciudad de Santa Bárbara y Dune Coffee Roasters lanzan el programa ‘Elige

Reusar’ con un mayor descuento

SE INVITA A LOS CLIENTEs a traer su propio vaso o elegir uno “para aquí.”

La División de Comunidades Limpias de la Ciudad de Santa Bárbara lanza un emocionante programa piloto de verano en asociación con Dune Coffee Roasters, con el objetivo de reducir los residuos generados por vasos desechables de café, un vaso reutilizable a la vez.

Desde el 4 de junio y hasta finales de agosto, la Ciudad igualará el descuento actual de 50¢ que ofrece Dune cuando se utilizan vasos reutilizables o “para aquí”, brindando a los clientes un descuento total de $1 por elegir reusar trayendo su propio vaso o utilizando uno “para aquí”.

Además del descuento, los clientes podrán mejorar su experiencia con un vaso reutilizable de barro elaborado por GaeaStar, que combina estilo y sostenibilidad, sin costo adicional. Como parte del programa piloto, las cafeterías Dune exhibirán carteles educativos que destacan el impacto ambiental de los vasos desechables y los beneficios de los reutilizables.

“Esta colaboración busca generar oportunidades cotidianas para que las personas tomen decisiones más sostenibles”, señaló Julie Lawrence, gerente de Comunidades Limpias. “En la Ciudad de Santa Bárbara generamos alrededor de 7 libras de basura por persona al día, una cifra significativamente mayor que el promedio nacional de 4.9 libras. Reducir el uso de artículos desechables, como los vasos de café, es una manera de disminuir ese número.”

Cada año se utilizan más de 80 mil millones de vasos desechables en Estados Unidos. Se estima que 16 mil millones de ellos terminan en vertederos, y su producción implica la tala de más de 6.5 millones de árboles anualmente. La mayoría de los vasos de papel están recubiertos con plástico, lo que dificulta mucho su reciclaje.

Framed Giclée of Ellwood Gas Station by Chris Potter

Lil Buck and Jon Boogz

Photos courtesy of UCSB Arts & Lectures

TV SANTA BARBARA’S

50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

TV SANTA BARBARA’S

FRIDAY, JUNE 13, 2025 | SOHO RESTAURANT & MUSIC CLUB

JOIN US AS TV SANTA BARBARA MARKS AN INCREDIBLE MILESTONE—50 YEARS OF AMPLIFYING COMMUNITY VOICES!

SOLDOUT

COCKTAIL HOUR & AWARDS DINNER

AFTERPARTY: ’70S THEMED DANCE CELEBRATION

Dance the night away to the funky ’70s beats of the TVSB All-Star Band, led by Hector Hurtado. Early-bird tickets are $20.

ONLINE AUCTION

DON’T MISS THESE UNFORGETTABLE AUCTION ITEMS!

· VIP Travel Experiences – Luxurious getaways, private tours, and first-class accommodations.

· Original Artwork – Stunning pieces from renowned Santa Barbara artists.

· Incredible Local Gift Certificates – Dine at top restaurants and shop at beloved boutiques.

· Unique Excursions – Adventure-filled experiences, from sailing trips and wine tours to spa retreats.

· And So Much More! – One-of-a-kind packages and surprises you won’t find anywhere else

The Auction is Now Open and runs through Sunday, June 15th. Place your bids and support a great cause!

The Women’s Fund of Santa Barbara

Banding Together to Transform Lives

By Kerry Methner, PhD / VOICE

WITH A MEMBERSHIP OF OVER 1400, The Women’s Fund of Santa Barbara demonstrates the power of the people to do good, in this case, women. When 500 of the group, including their friends and supporters, gathered at the Lobero on May 20th, they celebrated giving grants to eleven local organizations totaling $1.25 million – a record, and a testament to collective giving.

“The Women’s Fund of Santa Barbara is based on a very simple but durable idea — through collective giving, we can have an impact much greater than any of us could have alone,” shared organization Board Chair Carolyn Jabs in an email to Voice.“I’m very proud of our more than 1400 members whose generosity made it possible for us to give grants totaling $1.25 M. I’m also proud of our 265 volunteers who contributed time, expertise, and passion as well as money.

$12,845,000 in grants to 163 programs at 73 nonprofits, positively impacting over 100,000 women, children, and families. This year’s significant grants pool

underscores the ongoing commitment of local women to enrich the lives of those in need and strengthen the fabric of South Santa Barbara County.

“In times of rapid change, it’s easy to become discouraged. For me, Women’s Fund of Santa Barbara is a tangible reminder of what can be accomplished when people of goodwill pool their money, time, and talents. We have become one of the biggest giving circles in the country because we have an inclusive, welcoming approach to philanthropy,” Jabs added.

issues, including: Support for homeless individuals; Mental health care initiatives; Nutritional assistance for seniors; Educational opportunities for low-income children; Vision care services; Reliable transportation for youth; and Hygiene facilities for those in need.

licensed child-care spaces in underserved communities.

Domestic Violence Solutions - $100,000 to upgrade security measures at their emergency shelter and long-term housing facility, enhancing safety for 162 clients annually through new fencing, security systems, and training for staff.

Since its inception, the Women’s Fund has awarded a staggering total of

With the aid of the grants, this year’s non profits will tackle significant

Santa Barbara Visual Artists Gallery 707

#707 Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara

June 1 - July 31, 2025

Artist Receptions

1st Thursday • June 5 • 5 - 7pm

3rd Friday • June 20 • 5 - 7pm

1st Thursday • July 3 • 5 - 7pm

3rd Friday • July 18 • 5 - 7pm

Music by MellowTonin

SBVA consists of active Santa Barbara artists who are celebrated for their exceptional artwork that encompasses various mediums, and artistic styles across a broad spectrum, of abstract, landscape, seascape, portrait, still life, and photographic compositions.

Meet The Artists, View the Artwork

Jan Baker • Cheryl Barber • Frank DiMarco • Stan Evenson • Tricia Evenson • Mary Freericks

• Louise Gerber • Kip Glover • Marilyn Harrison

• Helena Seyffert Hill • Kent Karnofski • Francine

Kirsch • Carissa Luminess • Kerry Methner • Dee Faia Parkins • Soheyla Valleie • Judy Villa • Felice

Willat • Rich Wilkie

Open Daily 11am - 7pm

707 Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara

“The Celebration of Grants is always an emotional event for me. This year, we announced sizeable grants of $75,000 to $200,000 to eleven non-profits, and we heard directly from leaders of those agencies about how the money will change the lives of vulnerable people in our community. Every year, I am moved – and humbled – by the work these agencies do. They share stories of hope and resilience that are a powerful reminder that the grants we are able to give truly make a difference in the lives of vulnerable neighbors,” Jabs concluded.

2025 Grantees:

Carpinteria Children’s Project - $100,000 to provide scholarships for 20-40 low-income students in CCP’s Dual Language Immersion Program, enhancing kindergarten readiness and supporting families with access to additional resources and services.

Court Appointed Special Advocates of Santa Barbara County - $75,000 for upgrading CASA’s data management system and hiring a full-time data management specialist to improve advocacy for children in foster care.

Channel Islands YMCA - $100,000 to establish the county’s first fully licensed transitional housing program for youth exiting foster care, providing intensive case management and support for nine young adults.

Children’s Resource & Referral of Santa Barbara County - $200,000 over two years to expand their child-care licensing program, guiding 60 women through the licensing process to create up to 480 new

Good Samaritan Shelter - $150,000 to purchase a fully equipped food truck, the Good Samwich, providing culinary training program graduates with paid employment while serving 14,000 meals annually to the community.

Mothers’ Helpers - $80,000 over two years to hire a part-time bilingual support center coordinator, enhancing operations to serve over 600 low-income families annually while improving volunteer management and reducing response times for parent requests.

New Beginnings Counseling Center$150,000 over two years to increase mental health care staffing by hiring a full-time front desk staff member and expanding intake coordinator hours, improving client intake, and reducing wait times for approximately 860 clients annually.

PATH Santa Barbara - People Assisting the Homeless - $110,000 to purchase and install privacy partitions in the women’s dormitory, improving the living conditions for an average of 114 women annually and enhancing their well-being within the shelter.

SEE International - $110,000 to expand the SEE Vision Care Program by hiring additional staff and increasing service days at their Goleta clinic, enabling the organization to serve an additional 1,126 patients and reduce appointment wait times.

Showers of Blessing - $75,000 to purchase a new gas-powered truck base, ensuring reliable transportation for their mobile shower services and enabling continued access to hygiene facilities for 800 clients, providing a total of 7,000 showers each year.

Membership in the Women’s Fund is open to all women passionate about making a collective impact.

To join or learn more, visit womensfundsb.org

Photos Courtesy of Women’s Fund of Santa Barbara

Board of Directors: (front) Vice-Chair Lauren Trujillo, Corporate Secretary Sabina White, Chair Carolyn Jabs, Jamie Dufek; (back) Kerry Parker, Sarah de Tagyos, Nancy Harter, Megan Stichter, Linda Putnam, CFO & Treasurer Kathy Dunlap, Roberta Collier, and Yonie Harris. Not present: Katya Armistead, Kathy Hollis, Lynn Karlson, Margie Larkin, Suzi Schomer, and Laurie Tumbler

Representatives from each of the eleven nonprofits awarded grants at the Celebration of Grants

Board Chair Carolyn Jabs

On the Street with John Palminteri

SMASHBURGERS AND A PANCAKE HOUSE ALL IN ONE?

Cafe La Fonda is rebranding for a reopening on Anapamu St. across from the Santa Barbara Courthouse in downtown. Opens June 16th.

A PRESENTATION BY DATAFY TO THE VISIT SANTA YNEZ VALLEY meetiing this week shows most visitors are from the greater Los Angeles area, they are day trippers, they are 45-65 and they have a sense of adventure. They enjoy food and wine, the “escape” trip, and entertainment.

SB’s Beach Volleyball

Honors Kelly Strand Van Winden and Lisa Strand

THE EAST BEACH

VOLLEYBALL COURT #3 has been dedicated to Kelly Strand Van Winden and Lisa Strand who were among the best of the best to ever play on the beach in Santa Barbara history. The ceremony was held Saturday morning by the Friends of the East Beach Association in coordination with the City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department. This beach was one of the sites where beach volleyball was made famous and it is known worldwide.

THE 97TH BIRTHDAY FOR ELIZABETH JEAN WRIGHT brought a loving group together for her at the Helena Bakery in the Funk Zone Saturday morning. I popped in along with Mayor Randy Rowse. She can be seen there regularly after riding in the front of the tri-shaw bikes around Santa Barbara beaming her famous smile.

NEW TYPE 6 FIRE VEHICLES will be responding in Santa Maria. They are more nimble than a full engine for calls such as riverbed fires and off road emergencies. They are able to respond with a quick deployment. Type 6 trucks have the ability to pump water while driving, allowing for a “running attack” on fires.

COMMUNITY WIDE ISLA VISTA YARD SALES will divert tons of items from dumpsters and landfills. Bargains and deals make money for the sellers, mainly students, who are leaving soon and can’t take it all.

Photos and Stories by John Palminteri, Special to VOICE

Human Rights Defenders

Raising Awareness and one million dollars for the work of Human Rights Watch

By Isaac Hernández de Lipa / VOICE

HUMAN RIGHTS WATCH returned to Ganna Walska Lotusland for their annual gala last weekend, but things have changed quite a bit since last year. Rita Moya, one of the forces behind HRW Santa Barbara, passed away last July and was missed and fondly remembered by Graciela Montgomery, Committee Co-Chair, and Carol Sack, Event Co-Chair.

Furthermore, the U.S. has a new President, which gave the Voices for Justice more urgency.

HRW’s new Interim Executive Director, Federico Borello highlighted how the new U.S. Administration’s actions are a “blueprint for authoritarianism” ignoring judges orders, arresting immigrants, and depriving healthcare. HRW focuses on three points, he said, fighting discrimination, protecting democracy, and exposing economic injustices.

Following Borello’s remarks, the 260 guests listened on the edge of their seats to three impact stories from the Director of the Americas Divisions, Juanita Goebertus Estrada, the Executive Director of the Africa Division, Mausi Sagun, and the Washington Director, Sarah Yager. They all had one thing in common, the impact that the Trump administration is having all over the world, and how HRW is defending international institutions and documenting and fighting human rights violations as a result.

“There is no easy fix to migration. And there is certainly no human right to open borders. But people on the move have a right to be treated with dignity and States have an obligation to respect their basic human rights,” noted Estrada.

One of the moving stories was that of Jerce Reyes, a 36-year-old Venezuelan who sold fried chicken in Maracaibo to feed his two kids, and, after being detained and tortured with electro-shocks for protesting in the streets against the arrest of opposition leader Ana Corina Machado decided to flee the country once released from prison last April.

the maximum-security anti-terrorism prison in El Salvador, his family recognized Jerce’s face. Since then, Jerce has been kept incommunicado, completely outside of the protection of the law.”

These are the kind of stories that HRW documents and exposes to the wider public, working with allies to produce change.

“In Latin America we have a little bit of experience in dealing with authoritarian leaders,” concluded Estrada. “And if history has taught us anything, it’s that a strong civil society plays a key role defending democracy and the rule of law. We have to resist, denounce, and litigate. We’ve done it for decades around the world. And we are ready to do it now wherever needed, including right here in the United States of America.”

But it’s not all HRW news. Segun spoke about the conviction of Guinea’s former self-declared president Moussa Dadis Camara, and seven other officials in a trial for rapes and killings of protesters in 2009. It took 13 years for the work of HRW to bring justice, and all because one of the women victims spoke out.

After surviving a treacherous journey through the Darién Gap, “a dangerous jungle between Colombia and Panama where hundreds have lost their lives or gone missing, and thousands have been sexually assaulted,” explained Estrada, Jerce arrived in Mexico where he applied for asylum in the U.S. through the CBP1 App. Because of his tattoos,“although there are no records of his participation in any criminal activity,” he was detained by U.S. Immigration. After his release five months later, he applied for asylum again. “But on the 14th of March his family and lawyer lost all contact,” continued Estrada. He was taken out of the ICE database, and migration agents told them Jerce was no longer under the custody of the U.S. government. When President Bukele published images of deportees entering

There is no easy fix to migration. And there is certainly no human right to open borders. But people on the move have a right to be treated with dignity and States have an obligation to respect their basic human rights.”

Yager brought the stories of injustice home, where “everything feels like it has come undone,” and how HRW fights “for the U.S. to do something good, or stop doing something bad,” stressing how their international staff that has experience with authoritarian governments is sharing tips with the U.S. staff for keeping themselves safe, because after immigrants, the LGBT+ community, the courts, and medical staff comes human rights staff, accused for “supporting terrorism, which is code for supporting free speech,” said Yager.

– Juanita Goebertus Estrada

The event ended with a digital paddle raise, a short but moving performance by singer songwriter Chris Pierce, and closing remarks by Tricia Murdoch, director of the Santa Barbara Committee, who later said to VOICE: “Our guests made a powerful contribution to the global pursuit of justice, equality, and human dignity. I am so glad that this beautiful day in the garden will have a long-lasting benefit for the critical work of HRW.” www.hrw.org

Carols Sacks, Event Co-Chair, and Graciela Montgomery, Committee Co-Chair

Patricia Murdoch HRW SB Director and Chris Pierce, singer-songwriter

Mausi Segun, Director, HRW Africa Division and Linda Cole, African Women Rising

Juanita Goebertus Estrada, Americas Divisions Director

Sarah Yager, Washington DC Director

Photo © Monie Photography

Photo © Monie Photography

Photo © Monie Photography

Photo by Isaac Hernández de Lipa

Photo by Isaac Hernández de Lipa

Band Shell Performances To Continue With Jazz

JAZZ WILL BE FEATURED AT THE NEXT FREE COMMUNITY PERFORMANCE at the Plaza del Mar Band Shell. Local band NYSA will be playing a wide variety of music, at a concert set for June 28th at 1pm. The series of community performances is hosted by Santa Barbara Park and Recreation Community Foundation, with title sponsors Santa Barbara Beautiful and Montecito Bank & Trust and support from the City of Santa Barbara Park and Recreation Department.

The kick off performance in the series at the Band Shell was the Bob Barker Marionettes and a crowd of over 220 enjoyed the unique puppet show, which featured an interactive activity following each performance.

The remaining monthly events planned at the Band Shell this summer include a performance by the Music Academy of the West Brass which is scheduled for July 26th, at 11am.

“The Academy is thrilled to offer more concerts in the community, particularly at the newly renovated band shell, which traces its historical roots to classical music performances. This concert, “Brass at the Band Shell” will feature the Academy’s brass fellows and teaching artists in a familyfriendly, outdoor chamber music performance,” said Indigo Fischer, Artistic Administrator.

In August the Prime Time Band will perform on the 24th at 2pm.

The series of performances is free to the public.

The restoration of the Plaza del Mar Bandshell marks a significant milestone for Santa Barbara. It underwent extensive renovations that include structural repairs and accessibility improvements. The revitalization of this venue underscores PARC’s commitment to fostering an inclusive space where all community members can gather and enjoy free artistic performances. Contributions will directly support performer fees, essential production equipment, and marketing, ensuring that these events are not only successful but also memorable for all attendees.

Local businesses and organizations interested in supporting free programming are encouraged to inquire about sponsorship opportunities through the PARC Foundation,a 501(c)(3) organization, Private donations to support free cultural events are also welcome.

Bronze sponsors for the events include: Psycho Fish Entertainment and Wagill.

Courtesy Photos

China Cove by Carol Talley

Odessa D. Burrow

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Friday 6/6

COMEDY

Friday Night Laughs • LA

Comedians • Java Station • $20 • santabarbaracomedyclub.com • 7pm, Fri.

DANCE

Kinetic Lab Dance Concert • Season closing performance with new works by Junior BFA Dance majors • Hatlin Theatre • $11-15 • www.theaterdance.ucsb.edu • 7:30pm Wed-Fri, 6/4-6/6.

LECTURE & WORKSHOPS

Santa Barbara County Courthouse Docent Tours • Free • www.sbcourthouse.org • 10:30am Mon-Fri & 2pm daily.

Meditation Class • Mahakankala Kadampa Buddhist Ctr @ 1825 State Street (Upstairs) with Kadam Keli • $15 • meditationinsantabarbara.org • 5:30-6:30pm Fri.

Karaoke Fridays on State • Longoria Wines • 6:30-8:30pm Fri.

MUSIC

Pedro Fernández • Ave Fenix Tour 2025 • Arlington Theatre • $73-107 • Arlingtontheatresb.com • 8pm Fri, 6/6. UCSB Gospel Choir Spring Concert • Lotte Lehmann concert Hall, Free • Theaterdance.ucsb.edu • 7:30, Fri, 6/6.

Karaoke Fridays on State • Longoria Wines • 6:30-8:30pm Fri.

Saturday 6/7

CHILDREN

Storytime @ the Sea Center • Stories of the sea • all ages • Free with admission • SBNature.org • 10:30–10:45am Sat & Sun.

Explore Together • Ages 0-7 • Interactive science, math, literacy and art learning activities • Central Library

• 10:15-11:15am, Sat.

Musical Learning with Lanny • Grace Fisher Clubhouse La Cumbre Plaza • Free • 11am-12pm 1st & 3rd Sat.

COMEDY

Brad Williams • presented by Emporium at The Granada $29.5064.50 • Granadasb.org • 7pm Sat, 6/7.

LECTURE & WORKSHOPS

Divided We Fall • Conversation with Lorelei Moobrugger hosted by League of Women Voters • Faulkner Gallery, SBP Library • Free • lwvsantabarbara.org • 3:30pm Sat, 6/7.

Open House at the Rochin Adobe

• Learn about the archaeological excavation underway • 11-2pm Sat, 6/7.

Exploring Materials and Techniques • with Debra Blake, Kristen Otte • Free • 1624 Elverhoy Way (Solvang) • elverhoj.org • 11am1pm, Sat. 6/7.

Crafternoon: Craft for the Earth

• EE Makerspace, 302 East Cota St • $8 • exploreecology.org • 2:30-4:30 Wed; 11:30-1pm Sat.

SB GO Club • Play or learn the ancient strategic board game. All levels • Questions: Lorin 805-448-5335 • Free • Mosaic Coffee, 1131 State St • 11-4 Sat.

MUSIC

The Traveling Hurtados • classic tunes and love songs concert concludes 6-week capital campaign • Alcazar Theatre • $20 • thealcazar.org • 7:30pm Sat, 6/7.

Johnny Irion & U.S. Elevator

• a soulful blend of folk, punk, and Americana • SOhO • $20 • SOhOsb. com • 9pm Sat, 6/7.

SB Music Club Scholarship

Showcase • First United Methodist Church, 305 E Anacapa St • Free • 3pm Sat, 6/7.

OUTDOORS

Trail Volunteer Day • Hot Springs

Trail; Meet at Montecito Union School District (385 San Ysidro Rd). Tools, instruction, and lunch will be provided! RSVPs required: 805-5645439, SBiddle@SantaBarbaraCA.gov • 8:15-2pm Sat, 6/7.

Wear Orange Beach Clean-up

• Moms Demand Action SB • honor gun violence survivors at wear orange Beach Clean-up • Chase Palm Park • 10-noon, Sat, 6/7.

Hike with Hart • Hike with Assemblymember Gregg Hart at Lake Los Carneros • 154 N. La Patera • Free • A37.ASMDC.org/Events • 12-2pm Sat, 6/7.

Trailpalooza 2025 • hosted by the Land Trust • 5-mile guided hike through the Solomon Hills. food, live music, trail running • $20/carload • Solomon Hills’ Newlove Picnic Ground

• 1555 Orcutt Hill Rd Orcutt • smvos. org • Sat, 6/7.

Seasonal Native Plant Seasonal Native Plant Maintenance • with Stephanie Ranes at the SB Botanic Garden • $25-40 • SBbotanicgarden. org • 8:30-10:30am Sat, 6/7.

Power Hour • with Napoleon Jinnies • De La Guerra Place by Paseo Nuevo Cinemas • Free • all levels • 10-11am Sat.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Airport Day • Learn about Aviation! Ask questions! • Atlantic AViaion, Hangar One, 1601 Cook Place • Adults/$25; All students with ID Free; 18 & Younger Free; $5 suggested donation • montecitomotorclassic.com • 9-4pm Sat, 6/7.

Art of the Table • Fundraiser for SBMA presented by SBMA Women’s Board with designers of local and national • SBMA • $450 • sbmawb.org • 6-7:30 Sat, 6/7.

Under the Tuscan Stars • Fundraiser for United Boys & Girls Clubs SBC: A Lavish Italian Feast • SB Historical Museum • $250 & up • www.unitedbg.org • 6-10pm Sat, 6/7.

MOXI Academy Of Science + Sorcery • A family-friendly event • $0-35 ticket required • Moxi.org • 5-8pm Sat, 6/ 7.

Pedro Fernández to play The Arlington

MEXICAN SINGER, SONGWRITER, ACTOR, AND TELEVISION HOST Pedro Fernández will bring his Ave Fenix Tour 2025 to the Arlington Theatre on Friday, June 6th at 8pm. Fernández began his international career as Pedrito Fernández at the age of seven. He has recorded 40 albums, acted in seven soap operas, and 25 films. He has won our Latin Grammy Awards. For tickets ($73-107) visit Arlingtontheatresb.com

to sell • 820 N Fairview Av • Free admission & parking 9-12pm Sat, 6/7.

Sunday 6/8

CHILDREN

Storytime @ the Sea Center • stories of the sea • all ages • Free with admission • SBNature.org • 10:30–10:45am Sat & Sun.

DANCE

The Voltage Gala • presented by Momentum Dance• Lobero Theatre • $56 • Lobero.org • 2pm Sun, 6/8.

LECTURES/WORKSHOPS

Storytime with Tracey and Angel Jimenez • authors of Safety Dog Diego Gets Adopted • 1:30-3pm with 10% of sales to SBC Animal Care Fdn • Chaucer’s Bookstore • 2pm Sat, 6/8.

Art Kit • Business Skills workshop with Adrienne De Guevara presented by Arts Collaborative at Paseo Nuevo # 311 • $10 • sbartscollaborative.org • 1-3:30pm Sun, 6/8.

Zoo Brew! • annual fundraiser that caters to beer & zoo lovers • SB Zoo • $80-$116 • sbzoo.org • 5-8pm Sat, 6/7. Treasure Sale • hosted by Live Oak Unitarian Universalist Congregation with gently used furniture, electronics, bikes, clothes, books, artwork, estate sale in excellent condition, priced

Empathy Cafe • practice listening & empathy • Riviera Theatre upstairs • Free • theempathycenter.org • 11am Sun.

MUSIC

David Gorospe and Friends!

• presented by the SB Jazz Society • SOhO • $10-25 • 12:30pm Sun, 6/8.

SB Chamber Players • Fundraising Concert • Ewazen, Nielsen, Schubert • Trinity Lutheran Church, 909 N La Cumbre Rd • $20 • sbchamberplayers.org • 3pm Sun, 6/8. SB Chamber Players • Fundraising Concert • Ewazen, Nielsen, Schubert • Trinity Lutheran Church, 909 N La Cumbre Rd • $20 • sbchamberplayers.org • 3pm Sun, 6/8.

OUTDOORS

Mujeres Makers Market • SB Trust for Historical Preservation presents vendors, food options & vibes • El Presidio • sbthp.org • 10am-4pm, 1st Sun.

Domingo Tour • presented by AFSB • relaxed, guided stroll through SB’s Architectural charm • begins at SB Downtown Library • $20 • afsb.org • 10am Sun.

To have your events included in VOICE Magazine's calendar or arts listings, please email information to Calendar@VoiceSB.com by noon the Monday before publication.

Photo courtesy of Pedro Fernández

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Continued

SBMA: Art of the Table

IMAGINATIVE TABLESCAPES BY DESIGNERS OF LOCAL AND NATIONAL ACCLAIM will be the imaginative setting for Art of the Table, hosted by The Santa Barbara Museum of Art Women’s Board at the museum on Saturday, June 7th, starting at 6:30pm.

A benefit for the museum, the event with feature table scapes inspired by the Museum’s permanent collection.

The designers will be present to meet and greet participants. Featured designers include: Cabana Home – Caroline Thompson and Steve Thompson; Coast2Coast Collection – Holly Murphy; Diani Living – Natalie Olivares; Marc Normand Gelinas; Habitat Home – Kaitlyn Tapp; Harrison Design – Jamie Hallows; Hogue & Co. – Jerry Peddicord; House of Honey – Tamara Kaye Honey; Emily Joubert Home & Garden – Jennifer Williams; Maison K –Kimberly Hayes; and Porch – Diana Dolan.

Individual tickets are $450 and are available at sbmawb.org

Sundays At The Ranch • Barn animals, outdoor fun & tractor rides!

GV Hist. Society, 304 N. Los Carneros Rd • Free First Sunday Concerts! • 11am – 2pm Sun.

Beach Cleanup • Join Explore Ecology. Meet Watershed Resource Center Arroyo Burro Beach • Free • exploreecology.org • 10am-12, 3rd Sun.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Green & Blue: A Coastal Celebration! • fundraiser at Rancho La Patera & Stow House for the Environmental Defense Center • Food,

Monday 6/9

LECTURES/WORKSHOPS

Goleta’s Updated Fire Hazard Severity Zones and Wildfire Risk, Readiness • 2 opportunities • Goleta Community Ctr • Free • cityofgoleta.org • 6:30-7:30 Mon & 121pm Wed, 6/9 & 6/11.

Scrabble Club • Louise Lowry Davis Center • All levels/ English/Spanish • Free • 1-4pm Mon.

Parliamo • Italian conversation, all levels • Natural Cafe, 361 Hitchcock Way • parliamo.yolasite.com • Free • 5-6:30pm Mon.

SPECIAL EVENTS

An Evening With The Athletes

• The Santa Barbara Athletic Round Table hosts local student-athletes, coaches, parents, family and friends, and supporters at this end of school year award ceremony • The Luke Theatre • Free • Luketheatre.org or http://sbroundtable.org/events/ewa/• 5:30-8:30pm Mon, 6/9.

Tuesday 6/10

CHILDREN

Lego Club • Ages K-6 • Central Library • 4-5pm, Tue.

Bilingual Songs & Stories • Ages 0-5 • Eastside Library • 11-11:30am, Tue.

Yarn Buddies • Crochet and knitting circle for children 9 and up • EE Makerspace, 302 East Cota St • $12 register at exploreecology.org

COMEDY

Carpinteria Improv Drop-In Class • Learn improv with friends • Alcazar Theater • $10 at door • thealcazar.org • 7-9pm Tue.

LECTURES/WORKSHOPS

• EE Makerspace, 302 East Cota St • $20 register at exploreecology.org • 6-7:30pm Tue.

Wednesday 6/11

CHILDREN

Bilingual Music & Movement • Ages 0-5 • SB Public Library • 10:1510:45am, Wed.

Read to a Dog • Practice reading with therapy dog Tallulah! • Free • Eastside Library • 3-4pm, Wed.

DANCE

Westie Wednesdays • West Coast

Swing Dancing with Bryan Gin • 6pm beginner lesson; 7-8pm social dance; 9-11pm Dancing at Casa Agria • Free • 500 block of State St • Wed 6/11, 6/18, 6/25.

LECTURE & WORKSHOPS

Book talk & signing • with author Bryan Burnell • Chaucer’s Books, 3321 State Street • chaucersbooks.com • Free • 6 pm, Wed,6/11.

Hello Summer Networking Social

• hosted by AWC-SB • Free-$25 includes food, no-host bar • at the Nook & Waterline, 116 Santa Barbara St. • Reg required • https://tinyurl.com/8rkcd57y • 5:307pm Wed, 6/11.

Goleta’s Updated Fire Hazard Severity Zones and Wildfire Risk, Readiness • 2 opportunities • Goleta Community Ctr • Free • cityofgoleta.org • 6:30-7:30 Mon & 121pm Wed, 6/9 & 6/11.

Crafternoon: Craft for the Earth

• EE Makerspace, 302 East Cota St • $8 • exploreecology.org • 2:30-4:30 Wed; 11:30-1pm Sat.

Knitting & Crochet Club • Louise Lowry Davis Ctr • All levels/ English/ Spanish • Free • 9-11:30am Wed.

Mending Matters • Sewing & mending • Explore Ecology, 302 E Cota St • $15 • exploreecology.org • 5:30pm7:30pm Wed.

LECTURE & WORKSHOPS

Pearl Chase: The Woman Who Helped Shape Our City • Part Two with Cheri Rae, Author • Architectural Foundation of SB • afsb.org • $23-76 • 6pm Thur, 6/12.

MUSIC

The Crosby Collective • with special guest Jackson Browne • Lobero Theatre • $85-175 • lobero.org • 7:30pm Thu & Fri, 6/12 & 13.

An Evening with MaMuse • folksoul • SOhO • $30; 21+ • sohosb.com • 8pm Thu, 6/12.

OUTDOORS

Santa Barbara Flea Market • at Earl Warren Showgrounds • $7-32 • Earlwarren.com • 7am-3pm, Thu.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Sea Center on Stearns Wharf, extended hours • Stearns Wharf • SBnature.org/visit/ calendar $0 -$15 • 10am-7 pm, Thu, 6/12.

Friday 6/13

COMEDY

Mostly Jokes • presented by Aaron Foster. A dark comedy with a huge heart • Center Stage Theater • $20 • centerstagetheater.org • 8pm Fri, 6/13.

Friday Night Laughs • LA Comedians • Java Station • $20 • santabarbaracomedyclub.com • 7pm, Fri.

LECTURE & WORKSHOPS

Santa Barbara County Courthouse Docent Tours • Free • www.sbcourthouse.org • 10:30am Mon-Fri & 2pm daily.

Meditation Class • Mahakankala

Kadampa Buddhist Ctr @ 1825 State Street (Upstairs) with Kadam Keli • $15 • meditationinsantabarbara.org • 5:30-6:30pm Fri.

MUSIC

auction, presentation • $125 (sliding scale avail) • 2-5:30pm Sun, 6/8.

UCSB Graduations • Graduation ceremonies kick off on Sunday, June 8 @ 11am at UCSB.

Studio Sunday • hands-on informal workshop with SBMA Teaching Artists • SBMA Learning Lab • Free • SBMA. net • 12-4pm Sun, 6/8.

SB City Budget Conversation, Finance Committee • David Gebhard Public Meeting Room (630 Garden St • Free • Noon, Tue, 6/10. Montecito Book Club • Register(805) 969-5063 • Montecito Library • 2-3pm, Meets Every Last Tue.

Interm. Spanish Conversation • Central Library • Free • calendar.library. santabarbaraca.gov • 10-11am Tue.

Chess Club • Louise Lowry Davis Center • All levels/ English/Spanish • Free • 1-4pm Tue.

Collage Zine Workshop • Discover the art of DIY publishing

Le Cercle Français • French conversation, all levels • The Natural Cafe, 361 Hitchcock Way • https://tinyurl.com/5ejbd9ye • Free • 5-6:30pm Wed.

Meditation Class • Mahakankala Kadampa Buddhist Ctr @ 1825 State Street (Upstairs) with Charles DeLisle • $15 • meditationinsantabarbara.org • 6:30-7:30pm Wed.

Thursday 6/12

COMEDY

Backstage Comedy Club • Home to hilarious stand-up comedy • The Red Piano • $20-$25 • theredpiano.com • 7:30pm, Thu.

The Crosby Collective • with special guest Jackson Browne • Lobero Theatre • $85-175 • lobero.org • 7:30pm Thu & Fri, 6/12 & 13. Karaoke Fridays on State • Longoria Wines • 6:30-8:30pm Fri.

Saturday 6/14

CHILDREN

Storytime @ the Sea Center • Stories of the sea • all ages • Free with admission • SBNature.org • 10:30–10:45am Sat & Sun.

LECTURE & WORKSHOPS

Explore Together • Ages 0-7 • Interactive science, math, literacy and art learning activities • Central Library • 10:15-11:15am, Sat.

Photo courtesy of SBMA

State Street Ballet’s 2025/26 Season:

Exploring Stories from the Silver Screen to the Digital World

CELEBRATING LEGENDARY CHOREOGRAPHERS, FILMMAKERS, AND COMPOSERS, State Street Ballet has announced their 2025-26 season, which will honor the artistic vision of icons like Jerome Robbins, Sergei Prokofiev, and Camille Saint-Saëns, and also propel ballet into new creative territory with imaginative works inspired by the life of Charlie Chaplin and the hidden world of video games.

“This season promises to surprise and inspire as we boldly redefine the boundaries of both our company and our art form. From the beloved tradition of The Nutcracker to the technical brilliance of Robbins, Kremnev, and Taylor Newberry in RECESS!, and the thought-provoking theatrics of Chaplin, our repertoire invites audiences to think deeply, question freely, dream boldly—and smile often,” commented Megan Philipp, SBB Artistic Director.

From the dramatic love story of a new Romeo and Juliet Suite to the all out fun and intensity of Nintendo, SBB has planned immersive, story-driven performances that bridge tradition and innovation.

“Our mission has always been to make ballet accessible, exciting, and relevant. This season is an invitation to experience dance in ways you’ve never imagined as we explore how storytelling and ballet can evolve together,” stated Cecily MacDougall, SBB Executive Director.

Season Highlights

A new Romeo and Juliet Suite - a joint season opener in partnership with Santa Barbara Symphony • October 18–19, 2025 | The Granada Theatre. The first performance will be a striking new production of Romeo and Juliet Suite. Shostakovich’s Festive Overture and Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances set the stage, followed by a reimagined take on Shakespeare’s tragic love story—brought to life through bold choreography and live symphonic sound. The new production sponsor will be Cheryl Goldberg.

The Nutcracker on December 19–21, 2025 | The Granada Theatre • This beloved holiday tradition returns with dazzling costumes, festive magic, and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score performed live by the Opera San Luis Obispo Grand Orchestra, conducted by Brian Asher Alhadeff. Over 100 youth dancers from the State Street Ballet Academy will join an international professional cast.

RECESS! On March 21–22, 2026 | The Lobero Theatre • A high-energy triple bill full of fun for the whole family, featuring Carnival of the Animals by Alexei Kremnev, Interplay by Jerome Robbins, and a contemporary work inspired by the world of video games. Recess! includes a sensory-friendly matinee on March 21, specially designed for children with special needs and their families.

Chaplin on May 8–9, 2026 | The Lobero Theatre • Back by popular demand, this inventive dance-theatre production follows the legacy of Charlie Chaplin through captivating movement, humor, and heart. Choreographed by William Soleau, Kevin Jenkins, and Edgar Zendejas.

2025/26 Season Sponsors: Dr. Nicole Callahan, Roger and Sarah Chrisman, Margo Cohen-Feinberg, Cheryl Goldberg, Ann Jackson Family Foundation, Tim Mikel, Marc and Pauline Sylvain, Carrie Towbes for the Michael Towbes Fund, Richard Watts, Anonymous.

Visit StateStreetBallet.com or call (805) 845-1432 to reserve.

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

SB GO Club • Play or learn the ancient strategic board game. All levels • Questions: Lorin 805-448-5335 • Free • Mosaic Coffee, 1131 State St • 11-4 Sat.

Sunday 6/15

LECTURES/WORKSHOPS

Empathy Cafe • practice listening & empathy • Riviera Theatre upstairs • Free • theempathycenter.org • 11am Sun.

MUSIC

Valerie June • Owls, Omens And Oracles Tour with special guest Mick Flannery • Lobero Theatre • $42.50 • lobero.org • 7:30pm Sun, 6/15.

OUTDOORS

Mujeres Makers Market • SB Trust for Historical Preservation presents vendors, food options & vibes • El Presidio • sbthp.org • 10am-4pm, 1st Sun.

Domingo Tour • presented by AFSB • relaxed, guided stroll through SB’s Architectural charm • begins at SB Downtown Library • $20 • afsb.org • 10am Sun.

Sundays At The Ranch • Barn animals, outdoor fun & tractor rides! GV Hist. Society, 304 N. Los Carneros Rd • Free First Sunday Concerts! • 11am – 2pm Sun.

THEATRE • • THEATRE

Justice: A New Musical

A CAPTIVATING STORY OF THREE REMARKABLE WOMEN, Sandra Day O’Connor, the pioneering first female Supreme Court Justice; Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the tireless champion for gender equality; and Sonia Sotomayor, the Court’s first Latina Justice, who transformed American jurisprudence forever! Justice is open at The Ensemble Theatre Company’s New Vic Theatre.

Presented as a musical, Justice: A New Musical, with music by Bree Lowdermilk, lyrics by Kait Kerrigan, and book by America’s most produced playwright Lauren Gunderson, the work is directed by Jenny Sullivan. Justice: A New Musical is the final production of ETC’s 2024/2025 season, and will Thursday, June 4th through Sunday, June 21st at 33 W. Victoria Street.

Ticket prices range from $25 - $94. All Patrons 35 and under are always $35. Student tickets are $25. Single tickets are available through the ETC ticket office at (805) 965-5400, or online at etcsb.org. Prices subject to change.

Theatre Listings:

Antigone • presented by The Public Domain Players. Adapted by Shaun Nowicki, Directed by Olivia Bievenue • Girvetz Hall #1004 • Free • thepublicdomainplayers.com • Through 6/7.

Finding Nemo Jr. • The big blue world of Disney and Pixar unfolds in this new 60-minute stage musical adaptation • The Luke Theatre • $5-10 • Luketheatre.org • 7-8:30pm Fri & Sat, 6/6 & 7.

Justice: A New Musical • presented by Ensemble Theatre Co & Celebrating Women who changed America • New Vic • $25-94 • etcsb.org • Through 6/21.

The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals, School-Friendly Version • A Modern Comedy/Horror Musical, directed by Megyn Price • Center Stage Theater • $15-25 • centerstagetheater.org • 7pm Fri & Sat, 6/6 &6/7. Hanne Pedersen One-Act Play Festival • six world premieres from writers in Santa Barbara, Ventura, and Los Angeles • six visionary female directors: Dawn Balk, Lynne Herrell, Asa Olsson, Dreamer Wilson, Jadzia Winter, and Leslie V. AnnRenee • The Alcazar Theatre • $20-25 • TheAlcazar.org • 6/13-15 & 6/20-22.

Photo courtesy of ETC

Chaplin

CINEMA

Cinema Events

GreenScreen 2025 Student Film Premiere • four student-produced films focused on eco-consciousness • Pollock Theater • Free • RSVP recommended • carseywolf.ucsb.edu • UCSB • 7-9:30pm, Dri, 6/13.

Screening of There’s Still Tomorrow • Alcazar’s Foreign Film Series • Sponsored by the Morning Rotary Club of Carpinteria • $12-15 • TheAlcazar.org • 6:30-9pm Wed, 6/11. Eternal Stoke • World Premiere screening and fundraiser supporting the Chris Brown Scholarship and John Bradbury Documentary • One surfer, infinite ripples: The Chris Brown legacy • Lobero Theatre • $24-92 • lobero.org • 7:30pm Thu & Fri, 6/12 & 13.

Peter Pan • Wendy and her brothers are whisked away to the magical world of Neverland with the hero of their stories, Peter Pan when SBIFF hosts Applebox Free Family Films at the Riviera Theatre with complimentary popcorn and drinks! (first come first served seating) • SBIFFTheatres.com • 10am Sat, 6/14.

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Peter Pan, directed by Hamilton Luske,

Clyde Geronimi, and Wilfred Jackson at the Riviera Theatre

Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics Groundbreaking ceremony for future Westside Clinic

By Isaac Hernández de Lipa / VOICE

THERE WERE PLENTY OF VIPS UNDER THE SUN the last Friday of May at SBNC’s Westside Clinic Groundbreaking ceremony, but the guests of honor were Joy and Love. It turns out that it’s not sugar, but love that helps the medicine go down, and clinics go up.

The speeches were quick; after seven years of planning and fundraising, people were in a hurry to get the building started. Campaign co-chairs Janet Garufis (Montecito Bank & Trust President and CEO) and philanthropist Jim Jackson, as well as Dr. Mahdi Ashrafian (SBNC CEO) and former Mayor Helene Schneider reflected on the history, legacy and importance of the Neighborhood Clinics. Among the attendees were Direct Relief CEO Amy Weaver, SBNC Dental Director Dr. Christina Mendoza, Gerd Jordano, David Grotenhuis, and several SBNC clinicians and support staff.

“We are building more than a clinic, we’re building a sustainable model for community health, one that removes barriers and ensures care when people need it most,” said Dr. Ashrafian.

Garufis, Jackson and Ashrafian, were then joined by Councilmember Oscar Gutierrez, Ron Werft (President Emeritus Cottage Health), Dr. Chris Lambert (Incoming Board Chair), and Brian Knowles (Board Member) for a ceremonial group photo shoveling dirt, while donning white hard hats emblazoned with their names.

The dozens of sunflowers decorating the now empty lot at 621 W. Micheltorena St. were in memory of the late Dr. Charles Fenzi, the heart behind this project.

Currently SBNC provides health care to 20,000 people, 81 percent of them are low-income, 19 percent uninsured, and 32 percent children. The new clinic will increase the number of annual patients with eight rooms for medical providers, six dental chairs, and four behavioral health rooms that will be able to provide services to over 9,000 patients per year with a total of over 30,000 patient encounters annually.

“Everyone deserves compassionate, quality healthcare, regardless of income or background,” added Garufis.

The capital campaign continues to raise the last $12 million, but with the love surrounding the Neighborhood Clinics, everything it’s possible, one spoonful at a time. sbclinics.org

Did You Know? Santa Barbara was an “Art Colony” of outsize

importance in the early West

By Katherine Murray-Morse / Special to VOICE

JEREMY

TESSMER, GALLERY DIRECTOR AT SULLIVAN GOSS

, regaled a packed audience of 80 at the Santa Barbara Club Thursday, May 29th with stories of early artists who traveled West. Some came for free on the Santa Fe Railroad, which sponsored them in exchange for illustrations to publicize the ‘lore’ of the West and encourage people to visit. A number of these early artists’ works are in the collection at the Santa Barbara Club, the oldest private club in Santa Barbara, founded in 1892.

The Art Foundation of Santa Barbara, a non-profit whose mission is to bring awareness to art and artists of Santa Barbara County and Southern California, asked Tessmer to create a book capturing the history and significance of key artists – past and present - in the collection. It was a year in the making.

Guests enjoyed a gourmet lunch at the Santa Barbara Club, followed by Tessmer’s illustrated talk How Do We Tell Our Story? with each attendee receiving a richly illustrated book, The Art Collection at Santa Barbara Club.

Attendees included Santa Barbara Club members, members of Montecito Bank & Trust MClub, friends of the Art Foundation of Santa Barbara, and community, students from VADA (Visual Arts and Design Academy) at Santa Barbara High School, and several living artists including Patricia Chidlaw, whose work is in the collection.

Art Foundation Trustee John Doordan welcomed attendees with Frank McGinity, President and fellow Trustees Katherine Murray-Morse, Maria McCall, and board president emeritus Keith Moore. Doordan commented that Tessmer, with his knowledge of early Santa Barbara art history, was uniquely qualified to spearhead this project and thanked Linda Spann, Manager of the Santa Barbara Club, Katherine Murray-Morse, and Maria McCall for their joint efforts. McCall, prior to introducing Tessmer, presented a check to VADA program director Daniel Barnett, for a recent two-day workshop by local artist Derek Harrison for 15 VADA students about portrait painting and developing a working career as an artist. (Funds for the workshop are from a grant by the Coeta and Donald Barker Foundation to the Art Foundation).

Tessmer’s illustrated talk, a highlight of the event, revealed that Santa Barbara had been an art colony of “outsize” importance relative to its size in the early 20th century, attracting known artists from the East Coast. Among those were Carl Sammons, Fernand Lungren, and Alexander Harmer along with Henry Chapman Ford (who painted the California missions) and western artists such as Edward Borein, based in Santa Barbara. There are 24 pen and ink drawings from Chapman Ford as well as early Edward Borein etchings in the collection. Later, Tessmer added, artist Ray Strong tied landscapes to conservation efforts and founded the OAK group. He referenced several contemporary artists in the collection, many members of the OAK group, including Meredith Brooks Abbott,Whitney Abbott, Richard Schloss, Glenna Hartmann, Thomas Van Stein, Ray Hunter, John Iwerks, and Ann Sanders, along with Patricia Chidlaw and well-known local landscape artist Ralph Waterhouse.

Among the art lovers turning out were: Frank McGinity, Maria McCall, Katherine Murray-Morse, John Doordan, Toni and Al Amorteguy, Peggy Wiley, Wilson Quarre, Sarah Pelton, Keith Moore, Marilyn Sullivan, Jill Sattler, Rebecca Brand, Daniel Barnett, Carla Ammusen, Gillian Launie, Thomas Craveiro, and Anne Luther. artfoundationofsb.org

Daniel Barnett, VADA Program Director; author Jeremy Tessmer; AFOSB President Frank McGinity; trustees Katherine Murray-Morse; John Doordan; María McCall, and Linda Spann

Photo by Dirk Brandts

Right to left: Chris Lambert, MD, incoming Board Chair; Ron Werft, CEO Emeritus Cottage Health; Janet Garufis, Campaign Co-Chair; Dr. Mahdi Ashrafian, CEO of SBNC; Jim Jackson, Campaign Co-Chair; Brian Knowles, Board Member; and Oscar Gutierrez, SB City Councilmember

Staff participation!

Photos by Isaac Hernández de Lipa

Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill?

“The House has now passed what must surely be the worst piece of legislation in modern U.S. history. Millions of Americans are about to see crucial government support snatched away. A significant number will die prematurely due to lack of adequate medical care or nutrition. Yet all this suffering won’t come close to offsetting the giant hole in the budget created by huge tax cuts for the rich. Long-term interest rates have already soared as America loses the last vestiges of its former reputation for fiscal responsibility.” – Paul Krugman, Substack

By Harlan Green / Special to VOICE

BUDGET

ANALYSTS

HAVE BEEN

SAYING (almost unanimously)

that President Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" will increase our federal debt by as much as $4 trillion and raise the federal debt level to as much as 130 percent of GDP, further endangering the “full faith and credit” of the U.S. Government.

In passing their "Big Beautiful Bill" (BBB) by just one vote, Republicans will worsen the income inequality and partisan divide that has picked ordinary Americans’ pocketbooks since the 1980s and President Reagan’s ‘trickle down economic” policies.

ranks it with developing countries like Peru and Cameroon. Whereas Finland and the Scandinavian countries are at the top of equality rankings; Germany and France are ranked 12th and 20th, respectively. The higher the index, the greater the gap between wealthy and poor citizens of a country.

ECONOMIC VOICE

By Harlan Green

The BBB will essentially renew the Trump administration's first term Tax Cut and Jobs Act (TCJB), that gave even more tax breaks to the wealthiest—Trump and his oligarchs.

The U.S. is already in 106th place of the 149 countries in income inequality as ranked by the CIA’s World Factbook, I said in 2017; with a Gini inequality index that

So how much worse can it get before MAGA followers realize Trump has never meant to fulfill the “Day 1” promises of lower inflation, more good paying jobs, and a Ukraine peace deal?

The nonpartisan Center on Budget and Policy Priorities gave the most digestible breakdown of the TCJA effects, if it passes the Senate as well: Giving the biggest benefits to the wealthy. Households with incomes in the top five percent, who have incomes over around $320,000, would receive roughly half of the benefits of extending the expiring tax cuts.

Ballooning the deficit. Along with the 2001 and 2003 tax cuts enacted under President Bush, the 2017 law has severely

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eroded our nation’s revenue base. The House budget would compound the damage, adding hundreds of billions of dollars to deficits each year. Extending the 2017 tax cuts would cost $3.6 trillion through 2034.

Failing to significantly boost economic growth, workers’ earnings, or other benefits for workers. The trickledown benefits that proponents claimed the 2017 law would produce never materialized, and the law hasn’t come close to paying for itself. Yet the House budget claims that extending the tax cuts would generate trillions in revenue — far more than any independent estimate.

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Our ranking of the worst income inequality among developed countries is bound to influence U.S. voters once Trump’s higher import taxes take hold as well, and stagflation returns.

Even worse is the effect the BBB will have to our credit rating. Will it continue to decline? That is really what Paul Krugman is most worried about. It’s the worst kind of fiscal responsibility. Why such a blatant and foolish attempt to make the rich richer and working Americans poorer? Republicans aren’t even attempting to hide it anymore.

Harlan Green © 2025 Follow Harlan Green on Twitter: https://twitter. com/HarlanGreen

Harlan Green has been the 18-year Editor-Publisher of PopularEconomics.com, a weekly syndicated financial wire service. He writes a Popular Economics Weekly Blog. He is an economic forecaster and teacher of real estate finance with 30-years experience as a banker and mortgage broker. To reach Harlan call (805)452-7696 or email editor@populareconomics.com.

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What if I don’t go to my court date? If you do not go to your court date, the judge can grant a restraining order that limits your contact with the person in 1. Having a restraining order against you may impact your life in other ways, including preventing you from having guns and ammunition. If you do not go to your court date, the judge could grant everything that the person in 1. asked the judge to order. How do J find out what the person in (1) is asking for? To find out what the person in (1) is asking the judge to order, go to the courthouse listed at the top of page 1. Ask the court clerk to let you see your case file. You will need to give the court clerk your case number, which is listed above and on page 1. The request for restraining order will be on form CH-100, Request for Civil Harassment Restraining Order.

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Blue Skies and Shimmering Seas at Art & Soul Gallery

AN ONGOING CREATIVE EXPLORATION OF THE AMERICAN RIVIERA, the plein air work of Brad Betts will be on display at Art & Soul Gallery, beginning with a special preview weekend June 5th to 8th.

Blue Skies and Shimmering Seas is a five-year retrospective by marine artist Brad Betts, whose luminous plein air paintings have captured the beauty, rhythm, and spirit of Santa Barbara since 2020, according to gallery director Kim McIntyre. “Betts is a Signature Member of the American Society of Marine Artists, who is widely recognized for his depictions of coastal life and historic sailing vessels.” McIntyre noted. “Though rooted in East Coast maritime tradition, Betts first arrived in Santa Barbara to visit his son at SBCAST and was instantly inspired by the area’s Mediterranean light, vibrant gardens, and coastal architecture. What began as a seasonal visit evolved into an ongoing creative exploration of the American Riviera. Over five consecutive winters, Betts painted dozens of plein air scenes throughout Santa Barbara— each year deepening his connection to the land and refining his artistic voice.”

The Preview Weekend with artist Brad Betts, will take place June 5th to 8th at Art & Soul with an opening reception on 1st Thursday, June 5th. There will be an exclusive Meet and Greet with the artist from 4 to 5pm, prior to the Art Walk from 5 to 8pm. Visitors can enjoy live music by Ben Betts, with fine wines provided by Brander Winery, and locally sourced graze boards.

On Friday, June 6th, guests are invited to an Artist Talk and live painting demonstration at the gallery from 5 to 7pm.

Preview Weekend June 5 - 8th

Thursday, June 5 • VIP Meet & Greet 4–5 PM — Please RSVP

Thursday, June 5 • First Thursday Opening Reception | 5–8 PM

Friday, June 6 • Artist Talk & Live Painting Demonstration | 5–7 PM Please RSVP

Saturday, June 7 & Sunday, June 8

Painting Santa Barbara En Plein Air Various Locations Please RSVP

NOTE: Following the preview weekend, the gallery will host a private exhibition for Bright Start Preschool from June 9th to 19th. Blue Skies and Shimmering Seas will officially re-open to the public on June 20th and remain on view through July 20th.

The weekend continues June 7th and 8th, daily from 10 to 12 pm, with guided plein air painting sessions along Santa Barbara’s scenic coastline—an immersive opportunity to paint alongside Betts in the landscapes that have inspired his work.

2nd Fridays Art @ Santa Barbara Tennis Club

The gallery is open Thursday through Saturday 12 to 6pm, Sunday 12–4pm, and by appt. Find Art & Soul at 1323 State Street or visit ArtandsoulSB.com

Aquatic to splash down at SB Tennis Club

CAPTURING ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS, inviting entrance into a world of joy and playfulness, or reminding us that, deep down, we are all water babies, the artists in this year’s annual 2nd Friday’s Art Aquatic call at the Santa Barbara Tennis Club have transformed the theme into inspirational, thought provoking artworks. The

1st Thursday Art & Culture Walk • 5-8pm Thu, 6/5.

Open Reception & Awards for Aquatic • 2nd Fridays Art @ SBTC • Free • 2ndFridaysArt. com • 4:30-6pm Fri, 6/13.

Goleta Valley Art Association Marketplace Summer Art Show & Sale

• Art, live music & more •

Benefitting Hospiice of SB • Camino Real Marketplace • 10-4pm Sat, 6/14.

SB Arts & Crafts Show

• Local artists & artisans • Free • 236 E Cabrillo Blvd • 10-5 Sun.

Carpinteria Creative

Arts Market • Local pottery, beach art, cards, jewelry, and sewn articles • 8th St & Linden Av • Free • 2:30-6 Thur.

2025 works will be on view June 6th through 29th, 10am to 6pm daily with an opening reception from 4:30 to 6pm on Friday, June 13th.

“Through Aquatic, we hope to foster a deeper appreciation for water and inspire meaningful conversations about our collective responsibility to protect it for future generations,” Susan Tibles, Gallery Director and Curator of Exhibitions wrote of the exhibit.

Jane Gottlieb, a full time artist over 45 years, who creates art with photographs she has taken from around the world, will select award winners, which will be presented at the opening reception. Gottlieb is recognized for her love and understanding of color, composition, and her unique vision. Her award winning work can be seen in both private and corporate collections, museums, and public spaces. www.2ndFridaysArt.com

Flowers on Channel Drive by Brad Betts

The CiC Razor’s Edge by RT Livingston Quantum Entanglement by Cynthia James

Molten Waters by Fred Lehto

Shaken Not Stirred by Melinda Mettler

ART VENUES

10 West Gallery • Summer Vibe thru June 22 • 10 W Anapamu • 11-5 We-Mo • 805-770-7711 • 10westgallery.com

Architectural Fdn Gallery • Marcia Rickard: Gimme Shelter ~ thru Aug 9 • 229 E Victoria • 805965-6307 • 1–4 some Sa & By Appt • afsb.org

Art & Soul Gallery • Blue Skies & Shimmering Seas: Brad Betts • Jun 5-8 & Jun 20-Jul 20 • 1323 State St • artandsoulsb.com

Art, Design & Architecture Museum, UCSB • It’s About Time thru Jun 1 • 12-5 We-Sun • museum.ucsb.edu

Art From Scrap Gallery • Environmental Educ. & Artistic Expression • exploreecology.org

The Arts Fund • La Cumbre Plaza, 120 S Hope Ave #F119 • 11-5 We-Su; Free Fri • 805-233-3395 • artsfundsb.org

Atkinson Gallery, SBCC • TuThu 10-3; By Appt • gallery.sbcc.edu

Bella Rosa Galleries • 1103-A State St • 11-5 daily • 805-966-1707

The Carriage and Western Art Museum • SB History Makers Exhibit: Silsby Spalding, WW Hollister, Dixie; Saddle & Carriage Collections • Free • 129 Castillo St • 805-962-2353 • 9-3 Mo-Fr • carriagemuseum.org

California Nature Art Museum • Yosemite: Sanctuary in Stone, Photographs by William Neill thru Sep 1 • 1511 B Mission Dr, Solvang • 11-4 Mo, Th, Fr; 11-5 Sa & Su • calnatureartmuseum.org

Casa de La Guerra • Manongs on the Central Coast: Forming Communities Across Generations • $5/ Free • 15 East De la Guerra St • 12-4 Th-Su • sbthp.org/casadelaguerra

Casa del Herrero • Gardens & House • by reservation • 1387 East Valley Rd • tours 10 & 2 We & Sa • 805-565-5653 • casadelherrero.com

Casa Dolores • Bandera Ware / traditional outfits ~ ongoing • 1023 Bath St • 12-4 Tu-Sa • 805-963-1032 • casadolores.org

Channing Peake Gallery • 105 E Anapamu St, 1st fl • 805-568-3994

Colette Cosentino Atelier + Gallery • 11 W Anapamu St • By Appt • colettecosentino.com

Community Arts Workshop • 631 Garden St • 10-6pm Fri & By Appt. • sbcaw.org

Corridan Gallery • La Primavera

- The Early Spring by James Paul Brown thru Jun 21 • 125 N Milpas • 11-5 We-Sa • 805-966-7939 • corridan-gallery.com

CPC Gallery • By appt • 36 E Victoria St • cpcgallery.com

Cypress Gallery • To Bamboo! thru Jun 29 • 119 E Cypress Av, Lompoc • 1-4 Sa & Su • 805-7371129 • lompocart.org

Elizabeth Gordon Gallery • Contemporary Artists • 15 W Gutierrez • 805-963-1157 • 11–5 TuSa • elizabethgordongallery.com

El Presidio De Santa Bárbara • Nihonmachi Revisited; Memorias y Facturas • 123 E Canon Perdido St • 10:30-4:30 Daily • sbthp.org

Elverhøj Museum • Cloth as Canvas ~ 11 local artists thru Jul 6 • the history and Danish culture of Solvang & promoting the arts • 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang • 805-6861211 • 11-5 Th-Mo • elverhoj.org

Faulkner Gallery • 40 E Anapamu St • 10-7 Mo-Th; 10-5 Fri, Sa; 12-5 Sun • 805-962-7653.

Fazzino 3-D Studio Gallery • 3-D original fine art • 529 State St • 805-730-9109 • Fazzino.com

Gallery 113 • SB Art Assn • 1114 State St, #8, La Arcada Ct • 805965-6611 • 11-5 Mo-Sa; 1-4 Su • gallery113sb.com

Gallery Los Olivos • In Full Bloom: Susan Kounanis thru Jun 30 • Daily 10-4pm • 2920 Grand Av • 805-6887517 • gallerylosolivos.com

Ganna Walska Lotusland • Gardens • by reservation • 695 Ashley Rd • 805-969-9990 • lotusland.org

Goleta Valley Library • Closed for renovations.

Grace Fisher Fdn • Inclusive Arts Clubhouse • Paintings by Grace Fisher • 121 S Hope, La Cumbre Plaza • We-Su 11-5pm • gracefisherfoundation.org

Indah Gallery • el dood: Artworks by Jeffrey Chernov thru June 15 • 12-5 FriSun • 2190 N Refugio Rd, Santa Ynez https://www.maxgleason.com/indah-gallery

James Main Fine Art • 19th & 20th Century Fine art & antiques • 27 E De La Guerra St • 12-5 Tu-Sa • Appt Suggested • 805-962-8347

Jewish Federation of Greater SB • Portraits of Survival interactive ~ Ongoing • 9-4pm Mo-Fr • 524

Chapala St • 805-957-1115 ext. 114

Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum • The Stamp Act: Manuscripts of the American Revolution ~ Thru Jun 30 • 21-23 W Anapamu • 10-4 Tu-Su • 805-962-5322 • karpeles.com

Kathryne Designs • Local Artists • 1225 Coast Village Rd, A • 10-5 Mo-Sa; 11-5 Su • 805-565-4700 • kathrynedesigns.com

Kelly Clause Art • Watercolors of Sea & Land • 28 Anacapa St, #B • Most weekdays 12-5 • kellyclause.com La Cumbre Center For Creative Arts : Fine Line Gallery; Elevate Gallery; Illuminations Gallery • Multi-Artist Spaces • La Cumbre Plaza• 12-5 Tu-Su • lcccasb.com

Lompoc Library Grossman Gallery • 501 E North Av, Lompoc • 805-588-3459

Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center • A Piece of Carpinteria • Jun 12- Aug 3 • 12-4 Th-Su • 865 Linden • 805-684-7789 • carpinteriaartscenter.org

Summer’s Here – Enjoy Art & Support Our Community

By Kerry Methner / VOICE

WITH SUMMER’S SUN come activities that take advantage of it. At the Camino Real Marketplace next weekend, The Goleta Valley Art Association will shine with their fourth annual Summer Show and Sale outside in the center’s food court plaza. A real community event, the art festival will feature original works by local artists on Saturday, June 14th, from 10am to 4pm, live music, and more.

“We are so excited to have yet another show and sale at the Marketplace,” said Elizabeth Flanagan, president of the organization. “It’s a perfect opportunity for local residents and visitors to take home a piece of original art from members of the GVAA and learn about what we bring to the community.”

This year’s event will include a display featuring the organization’s after school art program. GVAA’s after-school program for children serves four Goleta Union Schools with GVAA members teaching art to children as part of their mission

“To Bring Art To The Community.”

Between 1 and 4pm, Festival visitors will also enjoy the music of artist Greg LeRoy, who is a popular local guitar and art instructor.

As in the past, a portion of proceeds of sales from the show will benefit a non profit. This year the Association selected Hospice of Santa Barbara, which provides

ART VENUES • CONTINUED

no-charge counseling care for anyone experiencing the impact of serious illness or grieving the death of a loved one. Find more at hospiceofsantabarbara.org

Sponsors of the event include Art Essentials, Camino Real Marketplace, Limousine Link, and Voice Magazine.

The GVAA began as a small group of artists who first met in March 1963, showing their artwork at a Goleta bank. From its first meeting place in the office of the Goleta Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Association has grown from 16 members to over 200 members.

thegoletavalleyartassociation.org

Maker House • Slingshot/Alpha Art

Studio Exhibition • 1351 Holiday Hill Rd • 805-565-CLAY • 10-4 Daily • claystudiosb.org

Marcia Burtt Gallery • Highs and Lows and Manny Lopez thru Jun 29 • Landscape paintings, prints & books • 517 Laguna St • 1-5 Th-Su • 805-9625588 • artlacuna.com

MOXI, The Wolf Museum• of Exploration + Innovation • 10-5 Daily • 125 State St • 805-770-5000 • moxi.org

Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara • Arte del Pueblo thru Jul 27 • 11-6pm Tu-Sun • 653 Paseo Nuevo • mcasantabarbara.org

MCASB Satellite @ the Riviera Beach House • In Motion: Marie McKenzie & Marlene Struss thru Oct 12 • 9am-9pm Daily • 121 State St • mcasantabarbara.org

Museum of Sensory & Movement Experiences • La Cumbre Plaza, 120 S. Hope Av #F119 • seehearmove.com

Palm Loft Gallery • 410 Palm Av, Loft A1, Carpinteria • 1-6 Fr-Su & By Appt • 805-684-9700 • palmloft.com

Patricia Clarke Studio • 410 Palm Av, Carpinteria • By Appt • 805-4527739 • patriciaclarkestudio.com

Peregrine Galleries • Early CA & American paintings; fine vintage jewelry • 1133 Coast Village Rd • 805-252-9659 • peregrine.shop

Peter Horjus Design • Studio • 11 W Figueroa St • peterhorjus.com

Patrick McGinnis

Portico Gallery • Jordan Pope & Gallery Artists • Open Daily • 1235 Coast Village Rd • 805-729-8454 • porticofinearts.com

Santa Barbara Art Works • Artists with disabilities programs, • 805-260-6705 • sbartworks.org

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden • Seed: A Living Dream thru Jun 8 • 1212 Mission Canyon Rd • 10-5 daily • 805682-4726 • sbbg.org

Santa Barbara Fine Art • SB landscapes & sculptor Bud Bottoms • 1321 State St • 12-6 Tu-Sa & By Appt • 805-845-4270 • santabarbarafineart.com

Santa Barbara Historical Museum • Don Louis Perceval: His Vision of the West thru Aug 17; Edward Borein Gallery and The Story of Santa Barbara ~ ongoing • 136 E De la Guerra • 12-5 We, Fri-Su; 12-7 Th • 805-966-1601 • sbhistorical.org

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum • The Swiftest Recovery: Island Fox Chronicles thru Aug 24; The Chumash, Whaling, Commercial Diving, Surfing, Shipwrecks, First Order Fresnel Lens, and SB Lighthouse Women Keepers ~ Ongoing • 113 Harbor Wy, Ste 190 • 10-5 Daily • 805-962-8404 • SBMM.org

Santa Barbara Museum Of Art

• Math + Art thru Aug 24 • Sea of Ice: Echoes of the European Romantic Era thru Aug 24; Proscenium: Elliott Hundley thru Aug 31; By Achilles’ Tomb: Elliott Hundley and Antiquity @ SBMA thru Feb 22 • 1130 State St • 11-5 Tu-Su; 5-8 1st Th free; 2nd Sun free Tri-Co residents • 805-963-4364 • sbma.net

Santa Barbara Museum Of Natural History • Butterflies Alive! thru Sep 1 ; Drawn from Nature: Antique Prints thru Sep 7 • 2559 Puesta del Sol • 10-5 We-Mo • sbnature.org

Santa Barbara Sea Center • Dive In: Our Changing Channel ~ Ongoing • 211 Stearns Wharf • 10-5 Daily (Fr & Sat 10-7 until 7/27). • 805-6824711 • sbnature.org

Santa Barbara Tennis Club2nd Fridays Art • Aquatic ~ 6/629 • 2375 Foothill Rd • 10-6 Daily • 805-682-4722 • 2ndfridaysart.com

Sahyun Genealogical Library • 1925 Santa Barbara Earthquake: Stories and Lives Remembered. 316 Castillo St • Tue/Thu 10-4; Sun & 3rd Sat 1-4 • https://SBGen.org

Slice of Light Gallery • Ben Coffman Exhibit; PassagePhotography by JK Lovelace • 9 W Figueroa St • Mo-Fr 10-5 • 805-3545552 • sliceoflight.com

Stewart Fine Art • Early CA Plein

Air Paintings + European Fine Art + Antiques • 539 San Ysidro Rd • 115:30 Mo-Sa • 805-845-0255

Sullivan Goss • Leslie Lewis Sigler: Kindred thru 7/28; I; Summer Salon thru July 28; TL;DR: Text/Art thru Jun 23 • 11 E Anapamu St • 10-5:30 daily • 805-730-1460 • sullivangoss.com

Susan Quinlan Doll & Teddy Bear Museum • 122 W Canon Perdido • 11-4 Fr-Sa; Su-Th by appt • quinlanmuseum.com • 805-687-4623

SYV Historical Museum & Carriage House • Art of The Western Saddle ongoing • 3596 Sagunto St, SY • 12-4 Sa, Su • 805688-7889 • santaynezmuseum.org

Tamsen Gallery • Reminiscence’ by Loan Chabanol; Work by Robert W. Firestone • 1309 State St • 12-5 WeSu • 805-705-2208 • tamsengallery. com

UCSB Library • Readymade Emanations: Trianon Press and the Art of Tearing Apart thru Jun 25 • library.ucsb.edu

Voice Gallery • Santa Barbara Art Association thru 6/28 • La Cumbre Plaza H-124 • 10-5:30 M-F; 1-5 Sa-Su • 805-965-6448 • voicesb.art

Waterhouse Gallery Montecito • Notable CA & National Artists • 1187 Coast Village Rd • 11-5 Mo-Su • 805962-8885 • waterhousegallery.com

Waterhouse Gallery SB • Notable CA & National Artists • La Arcada Ct, 1114 State St, #9 • 11-5 Mo-Sa • 805-962-8885 • waterhousegallery.com

Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum Of Art • 2025 Tri-County Juried Exhibition: On the Edge thru June 14 • westmont.edu/museum

Artists: See your work here! Join Voice Magazine’s Print & Virtual Gallery! To find out more, email Publisher@VoiceSB.com

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Santa Barbara’s Cultural Night Downtown June 5

th 5 to 8pm

ST THURSDAY is an evening of art and culture in downtown Santa Barbara that takes place on the first Thursday of each month. Participating art venues offer free access to art in a fun and social environment from 5-8pm. 1st Thursday venues also provide additional attractions, such as live music, artist receptions, lectures, wine tastings, and hands-on activities. State St also comes alive on 1st Thursday with performances and interactive activities.

Galleries, Museums, & Art Venues

1. Voice Gallery

• La Cumbre Plaza, 110 S. Hope Ave., #H-124 • The Santa Barbara Art Association presents The Color of Light, a show juried by Fran Collin with original art by some of its 470 members. June 2 to June 27.

2. SBIFF’s Santa Barbara Filmmaker Series • SBIFF's Education Center, 1330 State St #101

• Featuring Carlo DiFiore’s To The Nine; Winner of 5 awards at UCSB's Reel Loud Festival: Best Editing, Music, Actor, Audience Choice, and Scott Wells Golden Reel Award. A soon-tobe graduating senior relives his college experiences in the school library. Showtimes: 5pm, 5:30pm, 6pm, 6:30pm, and 7pm. Runtime: 7 mins.

3. Art & Soul • 1323 State St • Summer arrives in Santa Barbara with Blue Skies and Shimmering Seas, a radiant new exhibition by ASMA Signature Member Brad Betts. Join us June 5–8pm for an exclusive preview weekend, including artist meet-and-greets, live demos, and plein air painting sessions capturing our coastline in full summer light.

vivid abstracts printed on glossy acrylic to geometric cityscapes laser cut from metal to dynamic portraits printed on canvas, Tamsen Gallery offers a rich visual experience in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara.

6. Santa Barbara Art Works • 28 E. Victoria St. • It’s a nice day! Can I show you my drawings? Art opening in memory of artists John Houston and Robert Winans. If you walked around SB long enough you may have met these two! They loved being in the community, meeting someone new, and making observations for their art.

7. Ensemble Theatre Company • 33 W. Victoria St, 805-965-5400 • The Southern California premiere of JUSTICE explores the first women on the U.S. Supreme Court – Sandra Day O’Connor, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Sonia Sotomayor – at the height of their power. 1st Thursday participants can stop by the ticket office for buy-oneget-one-free tickets to our June 5th 7:30pm performance.

8. studio BY APPOINTMENT ONLY • 1221 State St #24 • Featuring a new show of prints by artist-architect Julian Harake. The show includes 15 inkjet prints on translucent Japanese gampi paper, each developed through a seamless process of hand drawing, flatbed scanning, digital manipulation, and artificial intelligence.

4. Santa

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Rivademer. Guest artist, Andy Vogel. Photographer, Robert Werling. Works by Larry Iwerks, Ray Strong, Marcia Burtt

5. Tamsen Gallery • 1309 State St • Tamsen Gallery is celebrating the vibrant work of artist Robert W. Firestone. From

9. the knit shop • 1221 State St #7 • The knit shop is celebrating their new space in Victoria Court with a small yarn craft project in their new workshop space, and have some yummy treats!

10. Rilascio Chiropractic • 1221 State St, #200 Showcasing the creative works of Crane Country Day School’s 8th grade class using a Renaissance under

Barbara Fine Art • 1321 State St Just in time

Summer! Santa Barbara Beaches featuring John Comer, Richard Schloss, Kelly Hine, Arturo Tello, Michael Drury, John Wullbrandt, and Rob Robinson. Honorary local, Rodolfo

4. Minus Tide by John Comer is one of many landscapes & other works featured at Santa Barbara Fine Art.

1. The Color of Light by the Santa Barbara Art Association will be on view at VOICE Gallery.

3. Take in Brad Betts' Blue Skies and Shimmering Seas at Art & Soul Gallery

6. Celebrate the work of John Houston and Robert Winans at Santa Barbara Art Works

17. Artists of Gallery 113, made up of members from SB Art Association, bring visitors color, creativity, fun, and thought.

10.Step up for a look at Crane Country Day School's next generation of artists at Rilascio Chiropratic.

19. Discover Ben Coffman's photographs at Slice of Light

painting technique. An evening of inspiration, refreshments, wellness resources, and a special giveaway.

11. domecíl • 1223 State St • View the carved wood sculptures and unique jewelry of Santa Barbara artist Ryan Dafoe. Drawn to the beauty of nature, Ryan works with natural materials including driftwood, jade, turquoise, and jasper. Don't miss his incredible craftsmanship!

12. Benchmark Eatery • 1201 State St • Aleks Provocateur is a multidisciplinary artist whose work explores the emotional edge between intimacy and impermanence. Her work channels raw presence—capturing pure inspiration encompassing a wide spectrum from the ethereal Impressionism / Surrealism of Nature to the sensual intensity through live painting showcasing the spontaneous connection of performance art.

13. 10 West Gallery • 10 W. Anapamu St. SUMMER VIBE: Warmth is in the air with a playful vibe humming through the show. View eleven local artists’ latest work, including a full-sized suede-covered surfboard; waves burnished into aluminum panels; abstract paintings; stone sculpture; figurative drawings.

14. Sullivan Goss • 11 E. Anapamu St. Sullivan Goss celebrates the opening of the 3rd solo show for Leslie Lewis Sigler. Her hyperreal paintings of heirloom silver are expressions of family and connectedness; everyday objects that are beautiful in design and essential to bringing people together. Also on view: TL;DR and our Spring Salon.

15. Paradise Found • 17 E. Anapamu St. • Jak Abstract (Jackson Kennefick), painter & digital artist, channels his creativity and energy through words, stories, colors, and ideas. A big believer in the power of art—its ability to transcend and open up our hearts, communicate expressions of pure emotion, and powerful messages to a universal audience.

21. Finch & Fork | The Kimpton Canary Hotel

• 31 W. Carrillo St. • $2 oysters, cocktails, and shop local, all under one roof! Every 1st Thursday the Canary Hotel lobby transforms into a haven for art and music lovers. Shop from 5pm - 8pm for jewelry, clothing, and art from local vendors. DJ Dansauce will provide the beats.

16. Santa Barbara Museum of Art • 1130 State St • Join us at SBMA for a fun art activity during 1st Thursday! The Museum will be open until 8pm, offering a creative evening for all ages. Come explore the galleries, make some art, and enjoy a Night at the Museum. Admission is free from 5 to 8pm.

17. Gallery 113 • 1114 State St #8 • Exhibit by members of the Santa Barbara Art Association. Artist of the Month is Skip Lau. Also featuring Wendy Brewer, Lily Sanders, Charlotte Mullich, Sandy Fisher, and Fred Lehto.

22. SB Visual Artists

• 707 Paseo Nuevo • Meet the artists, view beautiful artwork, and enjoy music by MellowTonin. SB Visual Artists are known for their quality artwork that has an energy of diverse media, color, and style, with a wide range of realism, portrait, still life, abstract/abstract realism, landscape/seascape artworks.

23. Paint at Paseo • De La Guerra Place, 651 Paseo Nuevo • Paint at Paseo is a free all-ages painting class provided by Paseo Nuevo and artists at MCASB. Each month, different local artists will lead you through a 90-minute acrylic painting session designed for all ages and skill levels. All materials are provided, and you'll take home a beautiful painting!

18. Waterhouse Gallery • 1114 State St #9 • Featuring figurative works, interiors, and cityscapes, by some of today’s finest nationally known local and Oak Group artists. Enjoy works by Ray Hunter, Derek Harrison, Wyllis Heaton, Camille Dellar, Ann Sanders, Thomas Van Stein, Nancy Davidson, Rick Garcia, Ellie Freudenstein, and Ralph Waterhouse.

19. Slice of Light • 9 W. Figueroa St. • Featuring the work of Ben Coffman, a photographer from Portland, Oregon. Ben's stunning photography highlights the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Enjoy fine wine as you explore our latest exhibit, Spring 2025.

20. The Yes Store • 1015 State St • Come celebrate local arts while enjoying music, drinks & treats! View the work of all our incredibly talented local artists. Looking for locally handmade gifts or something special for yourself? Look no further than The Yes Store—Local Arts Gallery.

24. Santa Barbara Historical Museum • 136 E. De La Guerra St. • Join the Museum for after-hours wine and music while you enjoy our latest exhibitions, 1925: Santa Barbara Remembers the Earthquake, and Don Louis Perceval: His Vision of the West.

25. Idyll Mercantile • 703 Chapala St. • Come celebrate pride with plants! Klapp Ceramics will be showing their work, and we will be serving drinks by Apiary and Satellite! All proceeds will go directly to the Pacific Pride Foundation. Plants love you!

26. SBCAST • 513 Garden St. • Media Arts and Technology (MAT) at UCSB is a transdisciplinary graduate program that fuses emergent media, computer science, engineering, electronic music, and digital art research, practice, production, and theory. The MAT department will showcase our students' cutting-edge research and new media artworks, presented on June 5th at SBCAST.

Entertainment

Sam Kulchin • 800 Block of State St • SB-raised guitarist Sam Kulchin blends classic rock and pop from the ’50s–’70s with youthful energy and charisma. Known for his melodic sound and dynamic guitar work, Sam performs solo acoustic and with his band, The Caverns.

14. Evoking memories of family, Leslie Lewis Sigler's portraits of heirloom silver take their places at Sullivan Goss in her 3rd solo exhibit.

4. Both the ancient and the contemporary will greet you for a creative & fun Night at the Museum at Santa Barbara Museum of Art.

21. Guitarist Sam Kulchin blends classic rock and pop from the ’50s–’70s

15. Jak Abstract offers artwork and insight at Paradise Found.

9. Celebrate a new location with the knit shop and try your hand on a knit project.

22. The Paseo Nuevo opens its arms for another summer Santa Barbara Visual Artists exhibit with work in multiple medias and styles.

5. Discover the work of Robert W. Firestone at Tamsen Gallery

18. Landscapes, portraits, cityscapes, and more await visitors at Waterhouse Gallery.

24. History comes alive at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum's 1925: Santa Barbara Remembers the Earthquake

8. Prints on Japanese gampi paper by Julian Harake will be featured at studio BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

25. Join the PRIDE PARTY at Idyll Mercantile!

13. Catch a Summer Vibe at 10 West Gallery including this

12. Experience the intensity of live painting performance art with Aleks Provocateur at Benchmark Eatery.

11. Intricately carned wood sculpture and unique jewlry by Ryan Dafoe will greet visitors at domecíl.

Electric Downtown-Waterfront Shuttle Begins Summer Service

THE ALL ELECTRIC SHUTTLE HAS BEGUN SUMMER SERVICE to Santa Barbara’s Downtown and Waterfront areas, according to Santa Barbara MTD.

The shuttle provides transit connections among the harbor and waterfront, Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara Train Depot, the historic County Courthouse, countless hotels, and Downtown shopping and dining destinations. It serves all ages and abilities, and provides a nice respite with air conditioning.

The service operates on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10am to 6pm between May 30th and September 1st, 2025, with a final day of service on Labor Day Monday.

The Shuttle will operate as a circulator route with 20-minute headways, offering frequent service for residents and visitors to enjoy the iconic beauty of Santa Barbara’s

Waterfront and Downtown. Riders can catch the shuttle at any MTD stop along the route.

Riders can pay using MTD’s Tap2Ride contactless payment system. Simply tap a smartphone or smart watch with a mobile wallet, or any contactless-enabled bank card. Fares will be $0.50 (standard one-way) and $0.25 for seniors and people with disabilities. The popular $1 day pass will also be available and provides for unlimited rides on the Shuttle in one calendar day. Additionally, riders with a valid Amtrak ticket ride free on the Shuttle or any MTD bus service by showing their train ticket for that day.

Featured Artist – Susan Kounanis “In Full Bloom” Show / June 1–30

Visit Susan Kounanis at the gallery on Friday, June 13

Fine Art Destination Since 1992

Exhibiting work by over 50 Regional Artists with a stunning selection of media, styles and subjects

Come Visit and Let Our Art Inspire You!

Photo courtesy of MTD

YEARS OF

GATHERING IN THE GOODLAND CELEBRATING 17

RANCHO LA PATERA & STOW HOUSE

THURSDAY, JUNE 19, 2025

5:00 P.M. - 10:00 P.M.

Tickets: $100.00 all inclusive

Join us for a festive evening at the beautiful Rancho La Patera garden to sample appetizers, wine, an dbeer from local restaurants, wineries, and breweries. Enjoy performances by the 2025 Spirit and Junior Spirit of Fiesta and dance the night away, under the stars, with Area 51.

No tickets will be sold at the door. 21 and older only.

This is an O cial Old Spanish Days Event.

Benefi ting

Old Spanish Days and Goleta Valley Historical Society

Goleta Valley Historical Society

Buy Tickets Now!

Rancho La Patera & Stow House • 304 Los Carneros Rd., Goleta