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1919

SPRING 2022

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OFFICIAL MAGAZINE OF THE UNIVERSITY CLUB OF SANTA BARBARA

1919

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1332 SANTA BARBARA ST., SB, CA 93101 • 805-966-0853 • UCLUBSB.ORG • MEMBERSERVICES@UCLUBSB.ORG

IN THIS ISSUE: 3 6 8 10 15 19 20 22

UClub Monthly Calendars Messages from our President & GM Member Services Dining & Culinary Events Activities, Classes, & Clubs If These Walls Could Talk Scene at the Club Member Businesses

Club Management: General Manager Sarah Rudd (Sarah.Rudd@uclubsb.org) Member Services & Marketing Ammanjah de Vries (MemberServices@uclubsb.org) Private Events Manager Christy Sullivan (ChristyS@uclubsb.org) Executive Chef David Rosner (David@uclubsb.org) Accounting Sylvia Marley (Accounting@uclubsb.org) Weddings Weddings@uclubsb.org

Board of Directors: President Lacy Taylor Past President John Thyne Vice President Jean Pfeiffer Secretary Kostis Protopapas Treasurer Gail Anikouchine Craig Alexander Susan Bradley - Membership Chair Steve Epstein Cynthia McClelland Edward Savage Jack Skidmore Steve Sereboff Jack Heine - Finance Chair

On the Cover: 1919 - The year the UClub was founded. Pictured: Love, connection, and camaraderie are always in the air at the UClub! Valentine’s Day celebrates all those we love and care about; Members enjoying the wonderful ambiance on our private Sola Patio for Mardi Gras dinner; and just a sampling of one of Executive Chef David Rosner’s exquisite dishes - one of the five paired courses of one of our recent 1st Thursday Wine Dinners. 2 THE 1919 MAGAZINE | SPRING 2022

Hours of Operation Tuesdays-Fridays 10:00am - 8:00pm * The Club is not open for service on Mondays or weekends (except special weekend member events) We are available in the admin offices Monday-Friday, 10am-2pm 805-966-0853 • memberservices@uclubsb.org

Dining

Mealtimes:

Lunch: 11:30am-2:00pm • Tuesday-Thursday Evening Service: 5:00-8:00pm • Tuesday-Thursday, Regular Dinner Menu • Friday, Bistro Menu • Bar open Tuesday-Friday (5-8pm) Sunday Brunch • Every 2nd Sunday of the month • 10:00am-2:00pm

Special Evenings: Wednesday Night Live! (live music on patio) Every Wednesday • 6-8pm, during dinner, on patio 1st Thursday Wine Dinner Every 1st Thursday of each month • 6pm (in lieu of regular dinner) Bingo & Dinner Every last Thursday of each month • 6-8pm, during dinner, on patio

APRIL Lunch: Tues.-Fri. 11:30am-2:00pm • Evenings: Tues.-Fri. 5:00pm-8:00pm • Check Website For Most Up To Date Schedule 1

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service

5-8pm Bistro Dinner

5pm Design & The Vine Distinguished Speaker Series

9:30am Mah Jongg Refresher Class day 1

9:30am Mah Jongg Refresher Class day 2

5pm Chess

12pm Book Club

5-8pm Dinner

5-8pm Live Music Dinner

6:00pm Wine Dinner

5-8pm Bistro Dinner

1-3pm Mah Jongg

9:30am Photography

2pm Van Gogh Docent Tour, SBMA 5-8pm Live Music

3:30pm Charles Feinstein: Climate Change

Dinner

5-8pm Dinner

5-8pm Bistro Dinner

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service

5-8pm Dinner

10am-2pm EASTER Brunch & Egg Hunt

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service 5pm Wine & Spirits Society: Jeff Newton 5-8pm Dinner

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service 3pm Guest Chef Demo & Tasting Chef Robin 5-8pm Dinner

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service

9:30am Mah Jongg Beginners Class day 1

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service

5-8pm Bistro Dinner

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service

9:30am Mah Jongg Beginners Class day 3

Dinner

9:30am Mah Jongg Beginners Class day 2

5-8pm Dinner

1-3pm Mah Jongg 5-8pm Live Music

3pm Van Gogh Docent Tour, SBMA

5pm Chess 5-8pm Live Music Dinner

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service

9:30am Mah Jongg Beginners Class day 4

5-8pm Bingo Dinner

5-8pm Bistro Dinner

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MAY Lunch: Tues.-Fri. 11:30am-2:00pm • Evenings: Tues.-Fri. 5:00pm-8:00pm • Check Website For Most Up To Date Schedule 1

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service

5-8pm Dinner

10am-2pm Mother’s Day Brunch

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service

11:30am Janet Sands - CA Missions - Distinguished Speaker Series

5pm Chess 5-8pm Live Music

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service

6:00pm Cinco de Mayo Tequila Dinner

5-8pm Bistro Dinner

1-3pm Mah Jongg

9:30am Photography

12pm Book Club

5-8pm Dinner

5-8pm Live Music Dinner

5-8pm Dinner

5-8pm Bistro Dinner

tbd Architectural Sketch Class with Anthony Grumbine

5pm Chess

4:30pm Kum-Kum Bhavnani - Film Making Distinguished Speaker Series

5-8pm Dinner

5-8pm Live Music Dinner

5-8pm Dinner

5-8pm Bistro Dinner

5-8pm Bingo Dinner

5-8pm Bistro Dinner

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service 5pm Wine & Spirits Society: National Wine Day 5-8pm Dinner

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service

1-3pm Mah Jongg

5-8pm Live Music Dinner

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service

Dinner

5-8pm Dinner

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JUNE Lunch: Tues.-Fri. 11:30am-2:00pm • Evenings: Tues.-Fri. 5:00pm-8:00pm • Check Website For Most Up To Date Schedule 1

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service

5pm Chess

5-8pm Live Music Dinner

10am-2pm Sunday Brunch 2:30pm La Traviata - Opera SB - UClub Member tickets on offer

6:00pm Wine Dinner

5-8pm Bistro Dinner

1-3pm Mah Jongg

9:30am Photography

12pm Book Club

5-8pm Dinner

5-8pm Live Music Dinner

5-8pm Dinner

5-8pm Bistro Dinner

5pm Jean Stern , Art Historian - Distinguished Speaker Series

5pm Chess

5-8pm Dinner

5-8pm Live Music Dinner

5-8pm Dinner

5-8pm Bistro Dinner

5-8pm Live Music Dinner

5-8pm Dinner

5-8pm Bistro Dinner

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service 5pm Wine & Spirits Society: Soirée With Rosé 5-8pm Dinner

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service 5pm Artist’s Demo: Sculptor Christopher Slatoff 5-8pm Dinner

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service

1-3pm Mah Jongg

11:30am-2pm Lunch Service

5pm Chess

5-8pm Live Music Dinner

5-8pm Bingo Dinner

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From Our Desks To You: Dear Members, Wow! If you have been frequenting our fantastic Club these past few months, you are no doubt as impressed as I am with all there is on offer. Our beloved University Club is truly transforming before our very eyes into the vibrant, warm, and welcoming home for our members that we all envisioned. From exquisite 5-course wine-paired meals and intimate lunches to distinguished speaker presentations, live artist’s demos, and exclusive local arts, music, and theatre promotions; and from our lively and active UClub clubs and societies (including Mah Jongg, Chess, Photography, and -one of my favoritesthe Wine & Spirits Society) to the wonderful events our Club hosts for special occasions (St. Patrick’s Day was so much fun!), the UClub really is the best place in town to connect, celebrate, and grow, together.

Dear Members, Spring is in the air, and with it some of our favorite celebrations here at the Club. If you have not yet joined us for Easter Brunch you are in for a real treat. Join us for the buffet brunch, bottomless mimosas, and our famous Easter egg hunt for the children. Spring also means Mother’s Day as well as Cinco de Mayo. Be sure to check your emails and the UClub member’s calendar online for details and to RSVP before spaces run out. In addition to our Club events, we are also excited to once again offer you a wonderful lineup of member activities, promotions, and social opportunities. Our Activities Committee under the expert guidance of Anne Luther and Cynthia McClelland have been hard at work filling our calendar with inspiring speakers, presentations, chef’s and artist’s demos, activities, and more. Our UClub clubs and societies are in full swing as well. Be sure to stop in for Chess Club every other Wednesday or join Photography Club on one of their fun outings the 2nd Thursday of every month – all levels welcome at both! Mah Jongg Club is also very active every 2nd and 4th Wednesday as well as new Mah Jongg classes for both beginners (come learn how to play!) and seasoned players scheduled. Book Club meets every 6 THE 1919 MAGAZINE | SPRING 2022

Of course, without all of you, none of this would be possible. Together, you help make the UClub the wonderful place it is. To that end, a heartfelt thank you a few members who have been especially involved. For all your hard work on behalf of our Club, thank you to: Anne Luther, Cynthia McClelland, Susan Bradley, Leslie Thomas, Donna Will, Ralph and Diane Waterhouse, Mary Ellen Alden, Erin Graffy, Joseph Allen, Helene Glassman, and everyone else who continues to contribute to making the UClub the best place in town. As always, please do not hesitate to let Sarah and her team know what else you would like to see here at YOUR Club. Spring is in the air, and I am so excited to see what else our Club has in store for us.

Lacy Taylor UClub President

2nd Friday over lunch. I personally am looking forward to our Wine and Spirits Society’s monthly offerings this quarter (check the calendar for details). Of course, if there is an activity, event, or Society you would like to see added to our lineup, please do not hesitate to let us know! The UClub is a member-driven and member-led club. We want to hear from you what you want to see here. Finally, I would like to reiterate our efforts to embrace and welcome all our members at all of our events. To this end, a reminder that if you are flying solo at any time, or even if you are not but you would like to mingle more and meet other members, you are very welcome to indicate in your reservations that you would like to be seated at one of our social tables. Starting this quarter we have a social table set aside at lunch as well. As always, thank you for being a valued member and we look forward to serving all of you and your guests here at your Club,

Sarah Rudd General Manager Sarah.Rudd@uclubsb.org

Welcome To Our New Members!

* January 2022 -March 2022

John Alexander & Karen Sweeny Jackie Anker Elizabeth Bauer & Matthew Sperling Melanie & James Brewer Nicholas Burlett & Jessie Dove Margo & Mike Byrne Cara & Leo De Amicis Joan Green Leonard Homeniuk & Marina Stephen

Kimberly & Doyle Jetton Irene & Mark Kovalik Nancy Lieberman Kelly Marsh & Mark Meza Helen McCann Richard & Marjorie McShirley David & Tracey Messner Gay Milligin Phil Palumbo & Loyce Clark

Joanne & Gregory Payne Janet & Steven Shaw Pei Shu & Greg Milne Luke Swetland & Stacey Byers Evangelin & Daniel Tuft Leslie Westbrook Monica & Brooke Williams Bill & Shauna Wood Rick Wood & Carol Holdsworth Firket Yegul & Diane Favro

UClub Staff Contacts: Main Line:

805-966-0853

Member Services: MemberServices@uclubsb.org

General Manager Sarah Rudd Sarah.Rudd@uclubsb.org | Ext. 200

Executive Chef David Rosner David@uclubsb.org | Ext. 160

Member Services & Marketing Ammanjah de Vries Ammanjah@uclubsb.org | Ext. 140

Events Manager Christy Sullivan ChristyS@uclubsb.org | Ext. 110

Accountant Sylvia Marley Accounting@uclubsb.org | Ext. 250 THE 1919 MAGAZINE | SPRING 2022 7

Member Services • MemberServices@uclubsb.org • 805 966 0853, Ext. 140 • M-F 10am-2pm Club Hours - No Mondays or Weekends A reminder that we serve lunch and have evening services on Tuesdays–Fridays only. We are not open for service on Mondays or the weekends (except for Sunday Brunch every 2nd Sunday of the month). We are, however, available in the admin offices on Mondays, from 10am-2pm (in addition to Tuesdays-Fridays). We can be reached via phone (805 966 0853) or email (MemberServices@uclubsb.org). Cancellation Policies: A reminder that we do have a 72-hour cancellation policy. For special events and meals, including but not limited to Wine Dinners, Club events, activities, socials, single-seating meals, and more, cancellations can be made up to 72 hours before the event only. Cancellations less than 72 hours before will be charged in full for you and all guests. A reminder also that changes to reservations after reservation deadlines have passed must be emailed to memberservices@ uclubsb.org. Additions to reservations after a reservation deadline are not permitted without approval. Wait list may be in effect. Guest Policies: UClub members may invite guests to join them for most meals and member functions (including events, activities, and social club functions). The number of guests each member may bring varies depending on the parameters of each event or activity. Non-member guests must be invited and accompanied by a member at all times to dine or attend member functions at the Club. For regular meals you are welcome to add your guests to your member account for payment, or you can have each guest pay for themselves at the conclusion of your meal. Our servers can ring them up with cash or credit card. For member events and activities, your guests will be added to your account for billing. Parking Stickers: As our Club gets busier with member activities and events, so does our parking lot. If you have not yet received your 2022 UClub parking sticker(s), please let us know. Come see us in the admin offices or call/email for us to mail them out to you.

Who Do I Contact About...

Member Services & Marketing Ammanjah de Vries MemberServices@uclubsb.org 805 966 0853 Ext. 140

Private Events Manager Christy Sullivan ChristyS@uclubsb.org 805 966 0853 Ext. 110

Accountant Sylvia Marley Accounting@uclubsb.org 805 966 0853 Ext. 250

Contact For: • Lunch and Dinner Reservations • Menus • Questions about or to RSVP for Club events and activities • Reciprocal Club Letters of Introduction • Website Help • Membership Questions

Contact For: • Questions about or Booking Private Events • Questions about member rates for Private Events • Questions about or Booking an Event Space or Room for a private event or meeting.

Contact For: • Questions about your statement • Questions about billing • Updating payment methods • Accounting

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• WEBSITE: www.uclubsb.org/login How To: Log In to the UClub Members Website:

WEBSITE: www.uclubsb.org/login The Members Area of our UClub website is our principal means of communication with our members. Members can log in to their individually password protected accounts to make and manage reservations, see the latest menus, event details, Club announcements, monthly statements, and more. Each member and their partner/spouse have their own unique logins for the website. To access the member-only area of our website: 1. Go to www.uclubsb.org/login to access the login screen. 2. Enter your username and password. 3. If you forgot your username and/or your password: Click on the “Forgot Password” link on the login screen (for both password and username) If the email address you enter is not recognized, contact MemberServices@uclubsb.org for assistance. For any further assistance email: MemberServices@uclubsb.org.

MEET OUR MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE: Chair: Susan Bradley Rebecca Craig (Becky) Mary Ellen Alden Charles Feinstein (Chas) Elizabeth Muench (Liz) Joanne Payne (Jo) Paul Wendt Eve Savage (Evie) Cynthia McClelland (Cindy) Not pictured: Janet Malki, Susan Washing, Anne Marie Henderson-Cabot

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Dining & Culinary Events Lunch: Tues.-Fri. 11:30am-2:00pm • Evenings: Tues.-Fri. 5:00pm-8:00pm • Check Website For Most Up To Date Schedule As a member of The UClub of Santa Barbara you enjoy exquisite, private dining at your Club. The UClub offers a variety of meal services with member pricing for you and your guests, including weekly meals, monthly culinary events, and special offerings each month. Social Tables Are you flying solo? Not solo but you would still like to mingle more and meet other members? For many of our meals and events we have one or more social tables available to help everyone socialize and connect. Starting this quarter we have a social table set up during lunch as well. Simply indicate in the notes on any reservation you make that you would like social seating. We will do our best to accommodate you. Updated Menus Chef David works hard to always source the freshest ingredients for your meals. With current supply chain issues, menus may change more frequently than usual. Be sure to check the members area of the website for the most upto-date menus at any given time, or email MemberServices@uclubsb.org to request copies.. Reservations Required Please do make reservations for all meals and culinary events. Space is limited and some meals and culinary events do sell out. Log in online (preferred) or email MemberServices@uclubsb.org to make reservations.

UClub Dining Hours*: Regular Meals & Bar Service*: • Lunch: Tues.-Fri., 11:30am-2:00pm • Evening Service: Tues.-Fri., 5:00-8:00pm • Tues.-Thur. -Regular Dinner Menu • Fridays -Bistro Menu • Bar Open Tues.-Fri., 5-8pm

• Brunch: Every 2nd Sunday of the month • 10:00am-2:00pm

Regular Special Evenings*: • Wednesday Night Live! (live music on patio) Every Wednesday • 6-8pm, during dinner, on patio • 1st Thursday Wine Maker Dinner Every 1st Thursday of each month • 6pm (in lieu of regular dinner) • Bingo during dinner Every last Thursday of each month • 6-8pm, during dinner, on patio

* see pages 12-13 for this quarter’s special culinary events and celebrations. 10 THE 1919 MAGAZINE | SPRING 2022

Live Music (from 6:00pm) with dinner (5:00-8:00pm) at the UClub every Wednesday!

FEATURING:

Kenny Sultan is best known as the guitarist in the perennially popular blues duo of Tom Ball and Kenny Sultan. He is joined by vocalist Tina Dabby for an evening of Blues and so much more! A UClub members’ favorite. At the UClub: April 13, May 11, June 8

Al Vafa has been a professional musician in Santa Barbara for over 20 years. He sings and plays guitar the style of classic pop, jazz, and blues, adding an air of mystery and flair. At the UClub: April 20, May 18

Chris Fossek is one of Santa Barbara’s favorite Spanish guitarists / composers, putting his own local stamp on the Spanish and gypsy stylings. His music is infused with impressively flashy pyrotechnics smooth and fast all at once. Always fun in concert! At the UClub: April 6, May 4, June 1

Téka is a renowned Brazilian vocalist/guitarist known for smooth bossa nova and Brazilian jazz, contemporary pop, and lively sambas Featuring beautifully seductive melodies and infectious rhythms, Téka sings with a sensual lyricism, rich, velvety tone, and perfectly swung grooves from her extensive repertoire. At the UClub: April 27, May 25, June 29

Check the website (www.uclubsb.org/login) for any updates and changes to the schedule. THE 1919 MAGAZINE | SPRING 2022 11 RSVP for Wednesday Night Live! dinners online www.uclubsb.org/login

UCLUB WINE MAKER’S DINNER WINE MAKER’S DINNER

CINCO DE MAYO TEQUILA DINNER

APRIL 7: FIDDLEHEAD • JUNE 2: TBD (MAY 5: TEQUILA DINNER) 6:00PM • $110++

MAY 5 6:00PM • $110++

Enjoy an exquisite evening out with a different local winery every month. Welcome drinks followed by a 5-course pairing. Space Limited • Reservations Required 5-Course Pairing Menu • Prompt Single Seating

Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo with an exclusive 5-course paired tequila tasting menu. Space Limited • Reservations Required 5-Course Pairing Menu • Prompt Single Seating

THE BAR IS OPEN:

EASTER BRUNCH

EVERY TUESDAY-FRIDAY 5:00-8:00PM

APRIL 17 RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE 10:00AM-2:00PM

Come grab a drink at your own private Club. Our bartender is on duty to mix you and your guests your favorite drinks. Get in a game of pool or cards or enjoy the occasional live music.

Buffet Brunch, Bottomless Mimosas, Children’s Easter Egg Hunt, Photo Booth.

No Reservations Needed

Space Limited • Reservations Required

• $85++ ADULTS • $35++ CHILDREN

INFORMATION SUBJECT TO CHANGE

DINNER & BINGO APRIL 26 • MAY 26 • JUNE 30 5:00PM-8:00PM Reservations available 5-8pm. Optional Bingo games at 6:30, 7:00, & 7:30. Play 1 game, 2, 3 or none. Bingo cards $2 each. Reservations Required • Bingo on patio during dinner À la carte menu & drinks • Bingo games optional 12 THE 1919 MAGAZINE | SPRING 2022

PLEASE ALWAYS CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR MOST UP TO DATE INFORMATION. Go to www.uclubsb.org/login any time from your mobile device, tablet, or computer. See page 9 for more detailed instructions!

WINE & SPIRITS SOCIETY EXPERIENCES

DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER: JEFF NEWTON

APRIL 19: JEFF NEWTON • MAY 24: NATIONAL WINE DAY • JUNE 21: SOIRÉE WITH ROSÉ

APRIL 19 • 5:00PM • $25++

UClub members and your guests welcome to attend any of the Wine & Spirits’ fun, unique, and often educational adult beverage experiences. Details and pricing for each event online.

With over 4 decades in the business, Jeff Newton’s list of premier vineyards (and wine labels) will impress, and so will his command of everything from vineyard to winery to the impacts of changes to our local climate on wine growing.

Space Limited • Reservations Required

Brunch CLUB SUNDAY

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH MAY 8 RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE 10:00AM-2:00PM • $75++ ADULTS • $30++ CHILDREN

Join us for brunch as we celebrate all of the mothers and motherly loved ones in our lives. Buffet • Bottomless Mimosas Space Limited • Reservations Required

• EXCLUSIVE, RELAXING BRUNCH FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY •

SUNDAY BRUNCH

2ND SUNDAY EVERY MONTH | 10AM-2PM JUNE 12 RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE 10:00AM-2:00PM

OUTDOOR SOLA PATIO DINING & TO-GO PICKUPS AVAILABLE

Exclusive, relaxing monthly brunch for the whole family. DELICIOUS FOOD, SPECIALTY DRINKS, & MORE!

Space Limited • Reservations Required À la carte adult & fun kids menus • Specialty Drinks - à la carte adult & fun kids menus - dine-in served on our idyllic, heated Sola Patio - safe, private, spaced-out outdoor seating -

UClub Members & Your Guests Welcome! For everyone’s safety & to comply with Covid-19 regulations, dine-in seating is limited and staggered. Please RSVP ensure your table RESERVATIONS AREto REQUIRED FORfor this wonderful, exclusive Sunday Brunch. ALL MEALS & EVENTS www.uclubsb.org/login • 805 966 0853

Did you know you can make and manage your UClub reservations online? Go to www. uclubsb.org/login any time from your mobile device, tablet, or computer. See page 9 for log in instructions.

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Cooking with Chef David “I wait all winter for the spring seasonal vegetables and I especially love fresh peas. This is a quick recipe for an appetizer, or to keep around for a snack. It can be served with pita, toasted bread, or your favorite chips.” - Chef David

UClub Chef David Rosner

Spring Pea Humus INGREDIENTS: 2 cups shelled fresh peas 3/4 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted and cooled 1/2 cup fresh cilantro rough chopped 2 garlic cloves slow cooked in olive oil until soft 1/4 cup tahini (Middle Eastern sesame paste) 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon white pepper

DIRECTIONS: • Cook peas in a saucepan of boiling salted water until just tender, 6 to 10 minutes. Drain and cool. • Coarsely grind cumin seeds in an electric coffee/spice grinder or crush with a mortar and pestle. Transfer to a food processor. Add cilantro and garlic (to taste) and finely chop. • Add peas, tahini, lemon juice, salt, and pepper and purée. 14 THE 1919 MAGAZINE | SPRING 2022

Activities, Classes, & Clubs More Information & Sign Ups: www.uclubsb.org/login • MemberServices@uclubsb.org • 805 966 0853, Ext. 140 Thanks to the dedication and hard work of our incredible Activities co-Chairs Anne Luther and Cynthia McClelland our UClub calendar is once again filled with exceptional activities for our members and your guests. From distinguished speakers to member presentations, classes to demos, special promotions, and so much more, the UClub is truly the place to connect, celebrate, and grow. Distinguished & Member Speakers Be sure to sign up for this quarter’s Distinguished Speakers presentations, as well as special lectures and demonstrations given by fellow UClub members. Come learn more about art, local history, local architecture, wines and wine growing, various topics around Earth Day, and more. These exclusive lectures are not to be missed. UClub Clubs & Societies UClub members are invited to connect with others with shared interests through our UClub clubs and societies. From Chess and Mah Jongg to Book Club, Photography, and our popular Wine & Spirits Society, UClub ‘clubs with the Club’ and societies bring members together to play, engage, connect, learn, and grow. UClub clubs and societies are member-driven and member-led. Take a look at the list below, and let us know if you have a hobby or interest you’d like to bring to the table. Tell Us What You Want If you have suggestions for activities or clubs or societies that you think UClub members would enjoy, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us at Activities@uclubsb.org.

Join Our UClub Clubs & Societies: Book Club Every 2nd Friday of the month • 12pm • Lunch optional (free glass of wine with lunch). RSVP for lunch. Chess Club Every other Wednesday • 5pm • Drop-in • All levels welcome. Mah Jongg Club Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month • 1-3pm • RSVP Required • RSVP separately for optional lunch before (11:30am) • All levels welcome • Beginner’s table available. Photography Club Every 2nd Thursday of the month • 9:30am • Please RSVP • All levels & interests welcome. No experience needed. Bring your phone or camera to use. • Please check website for location each month. Wine & Spirits Society Every 2nd to last Tuesday of the month • Plus additional activities throughout the month! Times and event details vary - see online calendar.

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DESIGN & THE VINE

VAN GOGH - DOCENT TOURS

APRIL 5 • 5:00PM • $35++

APRIL 13, 2:00PM • APRIL 15, 3PM

Join Award winning architect Anthony Grumbine and sommelier Tracy Witkin for the final installment of this unique and informative series on the history of local architectural design paired with themed wines.

Join your fellow UClub members for an exclusive docent-led tour of the incredible Van Gogh exhibit at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Two tours on offer for UClub members: April 13, 2pm and April 15, 3pm.

Space Limited • Reservations Required

Space Very Limited • Reservations Required See event listing online for pricing (SBMA members free)

GUEST CHEF: DEMO & TASTING with CHEF ROBIN

DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER: JANET SANDS - A NEW LOOK AT CALIFORNIA’S MISSION-ERA HISTORY

APRIL 26 • 3:00PM • $78++

MAY 4 • 11:30AM • $38++

Join renowned California chef and food stylist, cooking instructor, and author Chef Robin for an exclusive chef’s demo followed by tasting. Books sale and signing • Tapenade available for purchase. *citrus-themed menu

Join us for this beautifully illustrated talk, full of fascinating history, laced with surprises and sidebars. Learn how the missions were built, the origins of Mission Style, the rare art in the missions, and much more. Author will be signing books.

Space Limited • Reservations Required

La Traviata VERDI

“It was so good I almost peed my pants!” – Vivian Ward, “Pretty Woman”

UCLUB MEMBER PROMO SUNDAY, JUNE 12 GRANADA JUNE 12 • 2:30PM THEATRE • $49

granadasb.org • 805-899-2222

UClub members are invited to purchase opera tickets at the group rate of $49 each, charged directly to your member account, and seated in a designated UClub area of the theater. DEADLINE to RESERVE: MAY 30, 11AM

DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER: JEAN STERN CALIFORNIAN IMPRESSIONISM JUNE 14 • 5:00PM • $40++ Join us as art historian Jean Stern takes us on an illustrated journey of the California Impressionist Style, examining the principal painters in California between 1890 and 1930. Space Limited • Reservations Required

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MEMBER SPEAKER: CHARLES FEINSTEIN CLIMATE CHANGE

DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER: JEFF NEWTON

APRIL 14 • 3:30PM • $25++

Get ready for Earth Day with senior climate change consultant and fellow UClub member Charles Feinstein (former Director of the World Bank’s Energy and Extractives Global Practice) as he gives an overview on “Perspectives on the Science and Economics of Climate Change”.

APRIL 19 • 5:00PM • $25++

Space Limited • Reservations Required

3:30-4:30pm Talk • 4:30pm Reception with Q&A

ARCHITECTURAL SKETCH CLASS with ANTHONY GRUMBINE

DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER: KUM-KUM BHAVNANI - FILM MAKING

MAY 17 • DETAILS SOON

MAY 19 • 4:30PM • $35++

In this exclusive class architect Anthony Grumbine will take participants through a hands-on session of architectural drawing. Learn the basics of sketching local buildings.

Kum-Kum Bhavnani, Distinguished Professor of Sociology at UCSB, will discuss her film making, showing clips to illustrate how she uses documentary films to bring about social change. Followed by discussion and a reception with wine and light refreshments.

Space Limited • Reservations Required (* free for those who attended all 3 Design & the Vine lectures)

Reservations Required • Space is Limited

INFORMATION SUBJECT TO CHANGE

ARTIST DEMONSTRATION: SCULPTING JUNE 28 • 5:00PM • $25++ In this special demonstration sculptor Christopher Slatoff best known for his human figures and monumental sculpture - will take us through the four phases of the creation of a sculpture, explaining his process as he works.

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CHESS CLUB

BOOK CLUB

APRIL 6, 20, MAY 4, 18, JUNE 1, 15, 29 5:00pm • FREE

APRIL 8, MAY 13, JUNE 10 • 12:00PM • FREE

Join your fellow UClub members for a game of Chess in the comfort of our very own Game Room, conveniently located behind the bar. Grab a drink and play chess every other Wednesday. You are also welcome to bring guests.

Every second Friday of each month. Join us for as many or as few meetings as you would like. Members & your guests welcome. Free glass of wine with lunch. Check the online calendar for the current book list or email Member Services.

Drop ins welcome • All levels welcome

Reservations Required for Lunch (optional) • Regular Lunch Menu

PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB

MAH JONGG PLAY

APRIL 14, MAY 12, JUNE 9 • 9:30AM • FREE

APRIL 13, 27 • MAY 11, 25 • JUNE 8, 22 • 1:00PM • FREE

Under the direction of fellow member and professional photographer Helene Glassman, every second Thursday of each month. All levels (including beginners!) and all types of photography (camera, phone, etc.) welcome!

Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month • 1-3pm • All levels welcome • Beginner’s table available. • For members & your guests. Guest must be pre-registered.

Check the online listings for each month’s location. Space Limited • Reservations Required

Space Limited • Reservations Required • RSVP separately for optional lunch before (11:30am)

MAH JONGG: BEGINNER’S CLASS

MAH JONGG: REFRESHER CLASS

APRIL 20, 22, 27, & 29 9:30AM-11:30AM

APRIL 6 & 8 9:30AM-11:30AM

For students who have never played before or haven’t played in many years. Teaches the fundamentals and prepares you to play with others.

This class is for students who have played (but might have slowed down playing during the pandemic) and those of us chomping at the bit to learn the new 2022 card.

Reservations Required • Space is Limited Must attend all 4 days of class FREE for Members ($10 for NMJL Card)

Reservations Required • Space is Limited Must attend both days of class FREE for Members ($10 for NMJL Card)

IF THESE WALLS COULD TALK: OUR UCLUB STORIES

For our members, the University Club of Santa Barbara is more than just a place to relax or conduct business. It is a community and a family. A place to connect, celebrate, and grow; and the perfect place to build fulfilling, lasting friendships: “All the ingredients I need for a 10-point blood pressure drop at the end of another crazy week is to be on the University Club patio by 5:15 on Friday evening with my wife’s hand in one hand and a glass of good wine in the other.“ - Simon Dixon “I joined the UClub to connect with friends in a safe, welcoming environment, and to meet new people and make new friendships. That is definitely happening! I have been so pleased to find that the Club also provides me with wonderful opportunities to celebrate and grow through member events, activities, and more.”– Jean Pfeiffer “The UClub is an extension of our home. It has given us a sense of community in both festive and trying times. We have had comforting meals, safely enjoyed the company of others, and have been cared for by the marvelous staff. My husband particularly enjoys visiting the Reciprocal Clubs. Our lives would not be so rich without the UClub.” - Priya Kapoor Darnborough

UClub Board Membership Committee Chair Susan Bradley joined the Club three years ago. She says: “I work in development at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art and utilize the Club for meetings. A business lunch on the terrace in the Santa Barbara sunshine is the best!” In addition to enjoying work meetings on the UClub’s idyllic, private Sola patio, Susan has found the exciting array of exclusive member events and activities to be a wonderful way to connect with like-minded people. “I appreciate the thought and care the UClub staff puts into organizing events for us. They make it a point to introduce people and arrange seating to encourage conversations where strangers can become friends.” “My husband Mark and I enjoy entertaining at the Club,” she adds. “It is not uncommon for a dinner reservation made for four to become a table of eight as we join together with others whom we just met that night. The Club has become an extension of our home where we can relax and have fun.”

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SCENE AT THE CLUB

* Share your UClub photos with us at MemberServices@uclubsb.org for inclusion in the UClub quarterly magazine and social media.

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* Share your UClub photos with us at MemberServices@uclubsb.org for inclusion in the UClub quarterly magazine and social media.

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FREE COMMUNITY DAYS April 7 and May 5 for Santa Barbara and Ventura County residents Free admission to the museum and exhibition Advance ticket reservations highly recommended www.sbma.net/exhibitions/vincentseye

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