This Week

(If you have a Montecito event, or an event that concerns Montecito, please e-mail newseditor@montecitojournal.net or call (805) 565-1860) This Week Montecito in and around

THURSDAY, MARCH 12

MERRAG Community Awareness Event In this class, you will learn about fire chemistry (how fires occur, classes of fire, how to extinguish each type), fire and utility hazards, how to use fire extinguishers, how to determine if you should attempt to extinguish a fire, and how to identify hazardous materials in your home and elsewhere. When: 10 am-noon Where: Montecito Fire Department, 595 San Ysidro Road RSVP: Joyce Reed at jreed@montecitofiore.com or (805) 969-2537

End of Life Experience Phorum Join Dr. Chris Kerr in conversation with Dr. Michael Kearney regarding research on palliative care and end of life experiences. Dr. Kerr’s research has demonstrated that pre-death dreams and visions are experienced by the majority of dying patients, with positive psychological and spiritual benefits. He will discuss his recent studies which examine how such experiences help the dying grow and adapt as life ends as well as the effect of these experiences on the loved ones left behind. When: 5-7 pm Where: Lobero Theatre, 33 East Canon Perdido Street Info: vna.health/phorum

FRIDAY, MARCH 13

Montecito Trail Hike Join Montecito Trails Foundation members on scheduled Friday mornings for a roughly three-mile hike When: 8:30 am Where: Hot Spring Trailhead

SATURDAY, MARCH 14

Girls Robotics Rally Laguna Blanca’s STEM program holds its first annual Girls Robotics Rally, a free community event which serves as a regional competition for Santa Barbara’s young coders and roboticists. All skill levels are welcome. The event is open to non-male identifying students; gender non-conforming and non-binary children are encouraged to attend. When: 9 am Where: Laguna Blanca School, 4125 Paloma Drive Info: Call Zack Moore at (805) 687-2461 x0543 or email him at zmoore@lagunablanca.org

Empowered Women Luncheon The Santa Barbara-Goleta Valley branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) is holding its 6th annual luncheon, featuring local journalist and author Starshine Roshell. Profits from the event will help pay for girls from local public junior high schools to attend Tech Trek, the STEM summer camp held at UCSB. When: 11:30 am-2 pm Where: Hilton Garden Inn, 6678 Hollister Avenue, Goleta Cost: $75 for AAUW members; $80 for non-members Reservations and Info: Call Claire VanBlaricum at 805-967-7523

Fairytale Weekend at the Santa Barbara Zoo The Santa Barbara Zoo invites the community for this weekend event featuring everyone’s favorite fairytale characters, photo opportunities, special crafts and activities, animal encounters, frog conservation efforts

Visions of the Gaviota Coast Southern California Artists Painting for the Environment invite you to attend the 8th Annual Benefit for the Gaviota Coast Conservancy. There will be an exhibition of fine art from more than 100 artists, live music, appetizers and wines from local wineries as well as raffle prizes including a two-night stay at the Ritz Carlton Bacara. When: Friday 1-8 pm; Saturday 10 am-5 pm Where: Ritz Carlton Bacara, 8031 Hollister Avenue, Goleta Info: (805) 683-6631 or www.s-c-a-p-e.org

and more. Princesses, pirates, frog lovers and all costumed characters are welcome! When: Saturday and Sunday 10 am-3 pm (early admission for members @ 9 am) Where: Santa Barbara Zoo, 500 Niños Drive General Admission: $19.95 for adults; $11.95 for kids 2-12; no charge for children under 2

Creating Craft Cocktails from Your Garden Experience the botanical magic of Ganna Walska Lotusland with a garden tour and garden to glass cocktail tasting inspired by and with ingredients from the Lotusland collections When: 2:30-4:30 pm Where: Ganna Walska Lotusland, Cold Spring Road Cost: $200 Info: lotusland.org/events

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18

Montecito Planning Commission Public Hearing The MPC meets once per month on issues pertaining to ongoing and future planning projects. All meetings are open to the public and community members are strongly urged to attend. When: 9 am Where: 123 E Anapamu Street, Room 17

THURSDAY, MARCH 19

Montecito Board of Architectural Review Public Meeting The MBAR meets once per month on issues pertaining to proposed architectural projects in Montecito. All meetings are open to the public and community members are strongly urged to attend. When: 1 pm Where: 123 E Anapamu Street, Room 17

Montecito Tide Guide

Day Low Hgt High Hgt Low Hgt High Hgt Low Hgt Thurs, March 12 12:04 AM 5.4 6:19 AM 0 12:25 PM 4.7 6:21 PM 0.4 Fri, March 13 12:44 AM 5.4 7:19 AM 0.1 1:27 PM 3.9 6:59 PM 1.1 Sat, March 14 1:30 AM 5.2 8:32 AM 0.2 2:49 PM 3.2 7:43 PM 1.9 Sun, March 15 2:26 AM 4.9 10:01 AM 0.3 4:55 PM 2.9 8:49 PM 2.5 Mon, March 16 3:40 AM 4.7 11:37 AM 0.2 7:00 PM 3.1 10:49 PM 2.8 Tues, March 17 5:10 AM 4.6 12:52 PM -0.1 8:02 PM 3.5 Wed, March 18 12:32 AM 2.7 6:29 AM 4.7 1:46 PM -0.3 8:39 PM 3.8 Thurs, March 19 1:35 AM 2.3 7:28 AM 4.9 2:28 PM -0.5 9:07 PM 4 Fri, March 20 2:18 AM 1.9 8:14 AM 5 3:02 PM -0.5 9:30 PM 4.2

Tech Help Sessions Reserve a 30-minute session with library staff for help with basic computer skills (email or internet), downloadable library materials, and the Black Gold App When: 10 am to 12 pm Where: Montecito Library, 1469 East Valley Road Appointments: (805) 969-5063

Knit ‘N Needle Fiber art crafts (knitting, crochet, embroidery, and more) drop-in and meetup for all ages at Montecito Library When: 2 pm to 3:30 pm Where: 1469 East Valley Road Info: 969-5063

FRIDAY, MARCH 20

Farmers Market When: 8 to 11:15 am Where: south side of Coast Village Road

Wine & Cheese Tasting Complimentary wine and cheese tasting at Montecito Village Grocery When: 3:30 to 5:30 pm Where: 1482 East Valley Rd

Spanish Conversation Group at the Montecito Library The Montecito Library hosts a Spanish Conversation Group. The group is for anyone interested in practicing and improving conversational skills in Spanish. Participants should be familiar with the basics. When: 1 pm to 2:30 pm Where: Montecito Library, 1469 East Valley Road Info: 969-5063

Tech Help Sessions Reserve a 30-minute session with library staff for help with basic computer skills (email or internet), downloadable library materials, and the Black Gold App When: 3 pm to 5 pm Where: Montecito Library, 1469 East Valley Road Appointments: (805) 969-5063 •MJ

JACK’S WEEKLY FORECAST by Jack Martin

Although the rains for the week have ended, we will see some morning low clouds and possible drizzle though Saturday. The next chance for rain moves in on Sunday. This will be a colder storm from the north. It looks like Sunday night into Monday will be the best chance for rain. On Tuesday, the rain chances will end, and your pot of gold arrives. (Yes, it is Saint Patrick’s Day.) Wednesday through the week appears to be dry.

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