SB Independent Calendar of Fundraisers

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Every year, Santa Barbara’s nonprofit

community produces a spectacular lineup of fundraisers, galas, and

special events. From fun-runs and bake sales to glamorous galas, Santa

Barbara’s nonprofits make it possible for all of us to give back to our community in

enjoyable and creative ways.

We at The Independent continue to support and applaud the organizations

whose yearlong altruism improves the lives and welfare of many

in our community.30Y E A R S

J A N U A R Y1/28The Cecilia FundAnnal Membership Tea2 PM. The Santa Barbara Club, 1105 Chapala St.Don’t miss the Cecilia Fund Annual Membership Tea with guest speaker Dr. Fred Kass.$25. Contact Susan Johnson, email [email protected], or visit cecilia-fund.org

1/285:30-7:30pm Women’s Literary FestivalAn Intimate Literary Salon Conversation with Lynne CoxLocation provided upon receipt of payment.Lynne Cox, amazing open-water swim-mer and accomplished author, will join us for our inaugural Literary Happy Hour. As one of the Women’s Literary Festival alumna, Lynne has agreed to join us for an intimate evening of conversation and light repast. She has published Open Water Swimming Manual, an instructional guide that captures your imagination (you fi nd yourself in the water) and her fi rst children’s book, Elizabeth, Queen of the Seas, an inspirational tale about an elephant seal, since her appearance in our festival.To reserve your seat, mail your $25 donation to P.O. Box 296, Carpenteria, CA 93104. Contact Sharon Hoshida, phone 453-8696, email [email protected], or visit womensliteraryfestival.com

1/29-1/31/2016Fri.-Sat.:11am-6pm; Sun.: 11am-5pm CALM (Child Abuse Listening Mediation) Antiques, Decorative Arts & Vin-tage Show and SaleEarl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle RealMore than 80 antique, vintage, and deco-rative-arts dealers will be under one roof to showcase their treasures, a unique selection of rustic, vintage, mid-century, and mid-18th-century antiques. Furniture, porcelain, glassware, silver, paintings and prints, fi ne and costume jewelry, folk art, garden/patio items, rugs, and more are some of the treasures for sale. This sale is for the observer and the collector of fi ne arts; the showgrounds will come alive with cherished treasures of the past. Proceeds benefi t the prevention and treatment of child abuse in Santa Barbara County through the organization of CALM. Parking is free.$6, $5 seniors, free for kids. April Thede 898-9715, [email protected], calm4kids.org/events1/30

1/30Carpinteria Valley Historical SocietyCarpinteria Museum Marketplace8 AM-3 PM. Carpinteria Valley Museum of History, 956 Maple Ave.This is an Antiques & Vintage Market with more than 70 vendors of antiques, col-lectibles, jewelry, furniture, books, plants, toys, clothing, decorative arts, household items, and much more!Buyers free; sellers $30. Contact David Griggs, phone 684-3112, email [email protected], or visit carpinteria-historicalmuseum.org

1/31Jewish Federation of Greater Santa BarbaraArt at the JCC Opening Reception: Organic Matters1-4 PM. Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara, 524 Chapala St.Organic Matters is a multi-medium, invitational exhibition celebrating Earth’s natural environment. From botanicals used to create fi ne art to collages of paper and cotton cloth to photographs printed on natural wood and those that represent the life of a green and interest-ing world around us, Organic Matters is a feast to behold. The Opening Reception features live music, wine, and appetizers! Curated by Lynn M. Holley, the exhibition is free and open to the public.Contact Mike Witt, phone 957-1115, email [email protected], or visit jewishsantabarbara.org

F E B R U A R Y2/1Montecito Family YMCAAnnual Campaign Kickoffall day 591 Santa Rosa Lane, Santa Barbara CA 93108The Montecito Family YMCA enriches kids, adults, families and communities through health, well-being and fi tness programs, camps, family time, swim, sports and play, and other activities for people of all ages, incomes and abilities. We are more than your local health and fi tness club with a gym and a pool. At the Y, we help build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all with core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility at the heart of everything we do. Contact Michael Yamasaki, phone 805.969.3288, email [email protected], or visit http://www.ciymca.org/montecito/index.html

2/2-2/27/2016All Day Southern California Artists Painting for the EnvironmentFarm to WallGoleta Public Library, 500 N. Fairview Ave., GoletaThe SCAPE Exhibit and Art Show benefi ts Fairview Gardens, a California nonprofi t organization established in 1997 to pre-serve and operate Fairview Garden as a working organic farm that nurtures the

human spirit through educational pro-grams and public activities at the farm. Its mission is to build connections between community, food, and nature. There will be a free reception with artist awards, live music, appetizers, and children’s activities.The show runs February 2 -27, with a reception February 2, 2-5pm.Free, Dorene White, 886-7479,[email protected], s-c-a-p-e.org

2/3Anti-Defamation League Santa Barbara/Tri-CountiesADL’s Santa Barbara International Film Festival Opening Night Soirée5:30-7 PM. Petros Restaurant, 1316 State St.Kick off the Santa Barbara International Film Festival soirée-style with fi lm, love, and the Anti-Defamation League! Enjoy dinner, passed hors d’oeuvres, and an open bar in downtown Santa Barbara’s Petros Restaurant as we celebrate the ADL Stand Up Film Award winner. Guests who are also attending the SBIFF Opening Night Screening will have priority seating and front-of-the-line access for The Little Prince.$118. Contact Brianna Moffi tt, phone 564-6670, email bmoffi [email protected], or visit santabarbara.adl.org

2/6Santa Barbara Family YMCA2016 Annual Campaign Kick-Off5-8 PM. Carriage and Western Art Museum, 129 Castillo St.Every year the Santa Barbara Family YMCA raises money to support our Fi-nancial Assistance program that ensures that no one is turned away. With Financial Assistance, thousands of kids, adults, and families can benefi t from YMCA member-ship and programs such as youth sports, swim lessons, child care, parent-child activities, summer camp, overnight camp, teen leadership activities, and many more. Together we can build a stronger community. Contact Julie Hofbauer, phone 687-7720 x267, email [email protected], or visit ciymca.org/santabarbara

2/10Hospice of Santa Barbara Jim Hill Art Exhibition Opening Reception5:30-7 PM. Leigh Block Gallery, Hospice of Santa Barbara, 2050 Alameda Padre Serra, Ste. 100Hospice of Santa Barbara will host a wine and hors d’oeuvres open house reception for the exhibit. A portion of the proceeds from art sales will benefi t Hospice of Santa Barbara, Inc., a volunteer hospice organization.Free. Contact Hospice of Santa Barbara, phone 563-8820, email [email protected] , or visit hospiceofsantabarbara.org

2/12Opera Santa BarbaraThe Opera Ball6 PM. Loggia Ballroom, Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara, 1260 Channel Dr.A romantic gala evening benefi ting Opera Santa Barbara, this elegant affair will in-clude dinner, dancing, and a live auction. Spectacular opera performances will fea-ture the cast of our March 2016 produc-tion of Donizetti’s “L’Elisir d’Amore” (“The Elixir of Love”) performing opera’s most romantic arias and duets. Contact Francesca Patruno , phone 898-389, email [email protected], or visit OperaSB.org

2/13Friendship Center17th Annual Festival of Hearts11:30 AM-2:30 PM. Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.Enjoy a delicious lunch with local wines amid the elegance of the Fess Parker. Glamorous attire is welcome, or dress in black-and-white! A silent auction features unique Heart-Art by Jeff Bridges, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Rod Lathim, and other area artists and celebrities, and a live auction includes vacation getaways, imaginative entertainment packages, and more. All proceeds from the event support our HEART (Help Elders At Risk Today) Program, subsidizing the cost of adult day services for low-income aging and dependent adults and their families. $100. Contact Justine Sutton, phone 969-0859, email [email protected], or visit friendshipcentersb.org

2/13Mission City Roller DerbyCornhole Tournament1 PM. 526 Laguna St.Join us for some cornhole fun! Enter to win the grand prize of $150, or just come and have some fun with your Betties, grub on some food and booze, and cheer on the tournament! Email [email protected] for more info Contact Lolita, phone 455-8618, email [email protected], or visit missioncityrollerderby.com

2/14Kiwanis Club of Carpinteria ValleyPartida 5K Winter Warm Up7 AM. Carpinteria Bluffs, Bailard Ave. Carpin-teriaThis cross-country-style race runs along the Carpinteria Bluffs. Register at active.com. Email [email protected] or see carpkiwanis.org for more info.$25. Contact Rosana Swing, phone 680-2670, email [email protected], or visit carpkiwanis.org

2/17-2/26KCSB-FM 91.9 Community RadioKCSB-FM Annual Fund Drive24/7 On-Air Phone-In, online, and KCSB’s Storke Tower Studios at UCSBShow your support for the only noncom-

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mercial community radio station in Santa Barbara during KCSB’s Annual Fund Drive. Call 893-2424 or visit kcsb.org to donate online! Contact Ted Coe, phone 893-2424 , email [email protected], or visit kcsb.org

2/19American Heart AssociationGo Red for Women Luncheon10:30 AM-1:30 PM. Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.Come celebrate 20 years of fi ghting heart disease in women. There will be a health fair expo and health screenings provided. Sponsorship opportunities are available.$125. Contact Kate Wokowsky, phone 963-8862, email [email protected], or visit goredsb.heart.org

2/20Santa Barbara Botanic GardenSanta Barbara Beer Garden12-5 PM. Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, 1212 Mission Canyon Rd.Join us for a new drinking tour of the Gar-den, featuring beers uniquely paired with our horticultural displays. For this third-annual mini-brew fest, expect new beers and new Garden locations to explore.$120 VIP; $60 GA member; $75 GA nonmember. Contact Brittney Burrows , phone 682-4726, email [email protected], or visit sbbg.org/classes-events/events/santa-barbara-beer-garden

2/21Center of the HeartHeart Super Heart Speaker Event Series2 PM. Center of the Heart, 487 N. Turnpike Rd.In February, the Center of the Heart’s Heart Super Heart Speaker series will return, bringing the opportunity to at-tend a talk given by a noted author and/or speaker who will discuss ways to improve your life and promote joy, love, and happiness. Details to follow. Please contact our offi ce, or look at our website for more information. $45 pre-registration, $55 at the door. Con-tact Roxy, phone 964-4861, email [email protected], or visit centeroft-heheart.com/event/hsh-guest-speaker-series-2040

2/24Santa Barbara Audubon Society in Partnership with the S.B. Museum of Natural HistoryPremier Showing of “Bringing Back the Wild” and Discussion with Film director Michael Love and COPR director Dr. Cristina Sandoval7:30 PM. S.B. Museum of Natural History, Fleischmann Auditorium, 2559 Puesta Del SolThis 2015 fi lm tells the inspiring story of the restoration of Coal Oil Point Reserve (COPR), a precious coastal wetlands and home to the threatened western snowy plover and tidewater goby. After a decade of care by COPR director Cristina Sandoval, the snowy plover is breeding

again, and now COPR attracts a myriad of birds and birders, researchers and nature enthusiasts. In contrast to ongoing tragedies of human environmental degra-dation, the fi lm reveals the people behind this successful restoration project and their invitation to the public to respect and enjoy it.$10; tickets available at sbnature.org/tickets. Contact Cherie Topper, phone 451-1389, email [email protected], or visit sbnature.org/tickets/

2/26VADA (Visual Arts & Design Acad-emy)3rd Annual VADA Draw7 PM. Santa Barbara Veterans Memorial Building, 112 W. Cabrillo Blvd.Support local emerging artists—and walk away with a masterpiece!—at the 3rd Annual VADA Draw to help the Visual Arts & Design Academy (VADA) at Santa Barbara High School. Everyone is a winner at the event, with each ticket buyer going home with an original work of art by a professional artist, local per-sonality, or talented VADA student. Each ticket includes entry for two, an original work of art, food, drinks, and fun.$150. Contact Calico Brown, phone 966-9101 x5055, email [email protected], or visit vadasbhs.org

2/27Laguna Blanca SchoolLaguna Travels to Monte Carlo for an Evening of Glamour, Dance & Vice5:30 PM. Bacara Resort & Spa, 8301 Hollister Ave., GoletaGet ready to rev your engines, let the chips ride, and dance the night away at this year’s spring benefi t, Laguna Blanca Travels to Monte Carlo for an Evening of Glamour, Dance & Vice! This promises to be an elegant evening for parents of students/alumni and friends of Laguna Blanca to enjoy themselves in support-ing the present and future of the school. Laguna Blanca is a not-for-profi t EK-12 co-educational, college preparatory day school. $250. Contact Marcy Jacobs, phone 687-2461 x201, email [email protected], or visit lagunablanca.org

2/27St. Raphael SchoolTotally Classic ‘50s Auction Fundraiser5:30 PM. Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.It’s St. Raphael School’s 28th Annual Auc-tion! Come Join us at our Totally Classic ‘50s Style Auction Fundraiser. $125. Contact St. Raphael School, phone 967-2115, email offi [email protected], or visit straphaelschoolsb.org

2/27Special Olympics Santa Barbara Region2nd Annual Polar Plunge9:30 AM. Leadbetter BeachThe Polar Plunge is a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations, and teams to support Special Olympics Santa Bar-bara, by running (or pretending to jump) into the chilly waters at Leadbetter Beach in Santa Barbara. A few hundred people are expected to weather the cold and plunge into 50-degree waters. $50 minimum raised. Contact Gina Carba-jal, phone 884-1516 x103, email [email protected], or visit sosc.org

2/27Carpinteria Valley Historical SocietyCarpinteria Museum Marketplace8 AM-3 PM. Carpinteria Valley Museum of History, 956 Maple Ave.

This is an Antiques & Vintage Market with more than 70 vendors of antiques, col-lectibles, jewelry, furniture, books, plants, toys, clothing, decorative arts, household items, and much more!Buyers free; sellers $30. Contact David Griggs, phone 684-3112, email [email protected], or visit carpinteria-historicalmuseum.org

2/27Los Padres Trail RidersTack & Tog Sale9:30 AM. Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle RealIn this annual super swap meet for the horse community, buy and sell your used or new tack, socialize, snack, and bid on silent auction items. All the information you need is on the Rules and Reservation forms at LPTR.org, or contact Barbara at 455-4113. $5. Contact Barbara, phone 455-4113, email [email protected], or visit lptr.org

2/27Center of the HeartHealing Arts Faire — Winter 2016 12 PM. Center of the Heart, 487 N. Turnpike Rd.Join us for a day of intuitive readings, massages, energy workers, healers, and art and jewelry vendors. Gifted partici-pants will offer a wide variety of modali-ties, including Tarot cards, Numerology, intuitive channeling, intuitive healers, An-

Take the Plunge forSpecial Olympics Santa Barbara!

Saturday, February 27thLeadbetter Beach

Registration & Pancake Breakfast Begins at 9:30am

Raise a minimum of $50 and plunge into winter-chilled waters to benefit more than

500 athletes in the Santa Barbara area!

TO REGISTERVisit sosc.org/santabarbaraplunge

Or contact Gina Carbajal: (805) 884-1516, ext. [email protected]


gel Card readers, massage, energy work-ers, John of God Crystal Bed sessions, and more! Each will offer mini-treatments and be available for full sessions, as well. Booth space is available. Please contact us for more information. $20. Contact Roxy, phone 964-4861, email [email protected], or visit centeroftheheart.com/event/healing-arts-faire-winter-2016-2038

2/28LifeChronicles2016 Father Virgil Cordano Remark-able Life Award Dinner Honoring Robert & Christine Emmons 6 PM. Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.We hope that you join us for our fourth annual event, honoring Robert and Chris-tine Emmons, two remarkable people in Santa Barbara. They have led remarkable lives that exemplify the values of service and compassion that were touchstones of Father Virgil’s life. We have much to celebrate on February 28!$200. Contact Mary deLoe, phone 682-3411, email [email protected], or visit lifechronicles.org

M A R C HTBD Hospital Hospitality House/The Little CottageOpen HouseThe Little Cottage, 2407 Bath St.We invite our community friends to visit the home away from home for families of Cottage Hospital patients. Free, Sandy McCartney, 563-4753, [email protected], thelittlecottage.org

TBD5:30pmCancer Center of Santa Barbara with Sansum ClinicBarbara Ireland Walk & Run for Breast Cancer Kick-Off PartyChase Palm Park, 323 E. Cabrillo Blvd.Held in conjunction with the Barbara Ireland Walk & Run for Breast Cancer, the event raises funds for breast cancer pro-grams and services at the Cancer Center of Santa Barbara. A drink and appetizers is included with the price of admission. A silent auction and raffl e round out the evening.$15-$20, Stephanie Carlyle, 898-2116 , [email protected], ccsb.org/irelandwalk2016

TBD Alpha Resource Center of Santa BarbaraCircle of Life LuncheonEarl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle RealAlpha Resource Center hosts its 12th Annual Circle of Life Luncheon. This by-invitation-only event raises aware-ness of the contributions of people with

disabilities in our community. Stories of the Future will focus on the hopes and dreams of our youth and young families in our community. Free, Marisa Pasquini, 683-2145, [email protected], alphasb.org

3/2Santa Barbara Charter SchoolBright Futures LuncheonNoon Cabrillo Arts Pavillion, 1118 E. Cabrillo Blvd.This is the one annual fundraiser for Santa Barbara Charter School, a public charter school in the Santa Barbara Uni-fi ed School District. Come hear stories about how the school has positively impacted the lives of its students.Free. Contact Laura Donner, phone 967-6522, email Ldonner@sbunifi ed.org, or visit sbcharter.org

3/3William Sansum Diabetes CenterOrchid Show Gala Preview Party5:30-8 PM. Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle RealEnjoy the beauty of orchids and support the William Sansum Diabetes Centers’ research, education, and clinical care. Come see show winners and learn how orchids are judged on docent tours at this Gala Preview Party. This year, in honor of Anne Smith Towbes, a Phalaenopsis orchid has been named after her. $75. Contact Jeannine Glockler, phone 682-7638, email [email protected], or visit sansum.org

3/4Santa Barbara Museum of Natural HistoryGalaTBD Santa Barbara Museum of Natural His-tory, 2559 Puesta del SolThe Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History’s annual Mission Creek Gala will be held Friday, March 4, 2016. In celebra-tion of the Museum’s Centennial year, the Big Bang Birthday Bash will be a festive night of beautiful décor, sumptu-ous cuisine, and dancing into the evening, all to raise funds for the incredible Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. Contact Sarah Clement, phone 682-4711 x110, email [email protected], or

3/4-3/6Santa Barbara International Orchid Show71st Annual Santa Barbara International Orchid Show9 AM. Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle RealThe Wild World of Orchids arrives March 4-6. Orchid lovers, fl ower fans, and admirers of all things wild and wonderful will enjoy this three-day event that will highlight bold and beautiful horticultural innovations and feats of evolution repre-sented by more than 50 orchid exhibitors and vendors from around the world as well as the vanilla orchid. This year’s

theme pays homage to a fl owering plant that boasts 25,000 species. There will also be diverse array of plants.$14 general admission, $12 students and seniors, children under 12 Free. Contact Leigh-Anne Anderson, phone 403-1533, email [email protected], or visit SBOrchidShow.com, facebook.com/orchidshow, twitter.com/SBOrchidShow, #SBOrchidShow

3/4Santa Barbara Women’s Political Committee15th Annual Presidents’ Circle Luncheon11:30 AM-1:30 PM. Goodland Hotel, 5650 Calle Real, GoletaThis gathering will feature the talk It Pays to Elect a Feminist, featuring Hannah-Beth Jackson, our California state sena-tor. Hear the inside story about SB 358, the strongest pay-equity law in the nation. Imagine how you might make a difference locally, regionally, and nationally. Meet your electeds and community leaders.$42 members; $50 nonmembers. Contact Lisa, phone (800) 977-9348, email [email protected], or visit sbwpc.org

3/5Live Oak Unitarian Universalist CongregationSouth Pacifi c Auction4-8 PM. Live Oak Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 820 N. Fairvew Ave., GoletaLive Oak Unitarian Universalist Congrega-tion invites you to come dressed in your best South Pacifi c movie attire for a night of enchantment, music, and frivolity. Food, drinks, and dancing to the music of area favorite John Douglas are featured. Bid on exciting live- and silent-auction items. Free child care will be provided.$5 suggested donation. Contact Auction Team, phone 967-7867, email [email protected], or visit liveoakgo-leta.org

3/5Bethania Preschool & AfterschoolS.Y.V. Touch-A-Truck10 AM-2 PM. Bethania Preschool & After-school, 611 Atterdag Rd., SolvangThis family-friendly event for all ages is open to everyone and is sure to be a great time for all! This event provides a unique experience for kids, and kids at heart, to climb on, climb in, honk horns and explore all kinds of vehicles! In ad-dition to the construction, emergency, specialty, and military vehicles, enjoy live music by the Dylan Ortega Band, face painting by Prismatic Body Art, a bounce house by M&J Jumpers, and hours of fun!$5/person, $20/family of fi ve. Contact Lisa Petersen Kekuewa, phone 245-1561, email [email protected], or visit facebook.com/syvtouchatruck

3/5Island FilmsWest of the West: Tales From Cali-fornia’s Channel Islands Premiere Screening7:30 PM. Arlington Theatre, 1317 State St.Join us for the world premiere of the fea-ture documentary fi lm West of the West: Tales From California’s Channel Islands, an engaging and enlightening series of tales of the human history of the Chan-nel Islands. The fi lmmakers include Sam Tyler, Peter Seaman, and Brent Sumner, who also created Citizen McCaw.The second screening is on March 6 at 7:00 p.m. A Q&A with the fi lmmakers follows each screening. $28. Contact Rod Lathim, phone 569-1064, email [email protected], or visit thecifi lm.com

3/5Alano Club of Santa BarbaraAn Evening with Michael McDon-ald and FriendsTBD La Cumbre Jr. High Theater, 2255 Modoc Rd.This live concert will benefi t the Alano Club of Santa Barbara. The evening will include special ticketing for a “Meet and Greet” with the artists and a silent raffl e.TBD. Contact Paula Michal, phone 450-1185, email [email protected], or visit alanoclubsantabarbara.org

3/6Santa Barbara HillelSanta Barbara Hillel Hall of Fame10:30 AM-1 PM. Santa Barbara Hillel, 781 Embarcadero del Mar, Isla VistaSanta Barbara Hillel is pleased to honor Rabbi Arthur Gross-Schaefer, Gary Linker, and Jordan Fruchtman at our 13th Annual Santa Barbara Hillel Hall of Fame cel-ebration. Each of them has helped Santa Barbara Hillel become a hub of Jewish life and a home away from home for our students. To place a tribute in our tribute book or to buy tickets, visit santabarbara-hillel.org. Contact Jillian Juni, phone 968-1280, email [email protected], or visit santabarbara.hillel.org/home/sup-port/halloffame.aspx

3/8Hosted by Visiting Nurse & Hospice CarePHorum: Perspectives in Health-care5:30-8 PM. Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.During Santa Barbara’s annual health-care symposium, national, regional, and local health-care leaders share and discuss relevant issues that impact our community.Free with registration. Online registra-tion TBA in February. Contact Mara Sorkin, phone 617-7757, email [email protected], or visit vnhcsb.org/2016phorum


3/8Jewish Federation of Greater Santa BarbaraWomen’s Philanthropy Luncheon11 AM-2 PM. Four Seasons Resort The Bilt-more, 1260 Channel Dr.An elegant luncheon supporting the work of Jewish Federation, this event helps ALL in need, from young families to seniors throughout Santa Barbara. The guest speaker will be Rabbi Naomi Levy, author of three national bestsellers, with appearances on NPR, The Today Show, and Oprah. The luncheon honors 2016 Woman of Valor Bobbie Kroot. $90. Contact Jilli Spear, phone 957-1115, email [email protected], or visit jewishsantabarbara.org

3/10Lobero Theatre AssociatesHats Off to Lisa See11 AM-1:30 PM. Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara, 1260 Channel Dr.Hats Off is the Lobero Theatre Associ-ates’ annual fundraising luncheon, which provides support to Lobero Theatre Youth Outreach programs while honoring a signifi cant presence in the arts. This year the Associates will tip their hats to hon-oree and guest speaker Lisa See, New York Times best-selling author of Snow Flower and the Secret Fan, China Dolls, and On Gold Mountain, among others.$150. Contact Jessica Simon, phone 679-6007, email [email protected], or visit lobero.com/events/hats-off-2016

3/10Sansum ClinicVisiting Professor of Surgery5:30 PM. Sansum Clinic, 317 W. Pueblo St.Visiting Professor of Surgery, Michael G. Sarr, MD (Mayo Clinic) will speak on “A French Canadian Fur Trapper, Mackinac Island, An Errant Musket Shot and Your Stomach” on Thursday, March 10, at 5:30 p.m. at Sansum Clinic, 317 West Pueblo Street. RSVP by calling 681-7762 or email-ing [email protected]. Contact Dru Hartley, phone 681-7726, email [email protected], or visit sansumclinic.org/visiting-professor-surgery-2015

3/12Montessori Center School50th Anniversary Benefi t Auction5:30-11 PM. Deckers Rotunda, 6601 Hollister Ave., GoletaWe invite you to join us in celebrating Montessori Center School’s 50th Anniver-sary with a fabulous1950s-themed benefi t auction! The evening will include dinner, drinks, and dancing, with all proceeds from the live and silent auctions going to support MCS. Come shake, rattle, and roll with us!$175. Contact Gina Whitefoot, phone 683-9383 x105, email [email protected], or visit mcssb.org

3/12Bishop Garcia Diego High SchoolAnnual Gala Auction and Fund-raiser5 PM. Bishop Garcia Diego High School, 4000 La Colina Rd.This event honors Oswald (Ozzie) DaRos and the Dad’s Club members from 1960-2000. $185. Contact Stacey Carr, phone 967-1266 x105, email [email protected], or visit bishopdiego.org

3/12Garden Street AcademyLa Dolce Vita5 PM. La Cumbre Country Club, 4015 Via LagunaWe are looking forward to seeing you at Garden Street Academy’s 2016 Gala & Auction La Dolce Vita to be held on March 12, 2016, in the beautiful surround-ings of La Cumbre Country Club. Join us for dinner, cocktails, and silent and live auctions. Enjoy live music by The Goldfi ngers. $125. Contact Angela Jevons, phone 680-1536, email [email protected], or visit biddingforgood.com/GSA2016

3/12Cancer Center of Santa Barbara with Sansum ClinicBarbara Ireland Walk and Run For Breast Cancer

TBD Chase Palm Park, 323 E. Cabrillo Blvd.Join Barbara Ireland, her husband, John, and daughters on Saturday, March 12th for the 16th anniversary of the Barbara Ireland Walk and Run for Breast Can-cer. Approximately 2.8 million women in the United States have battled breast cancer and survived thanks to funding for research and supportive care programs. Together we can reach our goal of $75,000 this year. Contact Stephanie Carlyle, phone 898-2116, email [email protected], or visit ccsb.org/irelandwalk2016

3/12Junior League of Santa Barbara8th Annual Gala6 PM. Coral Casino, Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara, 1260 Channel Dr.Guests, in masquerade attire, will enjoy cocktails and place bids on an attrac-tive array of silent auction items while overlooking the beautiful Pacifi c coast-line. Dinner and dancing will follow, along with presentation of the “Woman of the Year” award to an outstanding female philanthropist making a notable differ-ence in our community. Proceeds from tax-deductible ticket sales and silent auc-tion donations will support JLSB’s mission of promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. The Junior League of Santa Barbara’s main focus in the coming years is improv-

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ing the lives of at-risk young women by educating and empowering them to reach their full potential while working to prevent exploitation and injustice in our community. Contact Junior League Offi ce, phone 963-2704, email offi [email protected], or visit jlsantabarbara.org

3/12Alzheimer’s Association“A Swing to Remember” Golf TournamentRegistration opens at 10 AM. Alisal Guest Ranch & Golf Resort, 1054 Alisal Rd., SolvangPlease join us for a great day of golf with community, friends, and family. We are here to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association California Central Chapter, benefi tting care and support programs, research, and advocacy in Santa Bar-bara, Kern, San Luis Obispo, and Ventura counties. Contact Trinity Schwartz, phone 892-4259, email [email protected], or visit alz.org/documents/centralcoast/2016_A_Swing_to_Remember_Registration.pdf

3/13Anacapa SchoolIl Carnevale di Anacapa12:30-5:30 PM. Anacapa School, 814 Santa Barbara St.Anacapa School’s biggest and most im-portant fundraiser of the year will include a silent auction, an Italian lunch, and a live auction. All ages are welcome at this family-friendly, fun event.$40 advance, $50 at the door. Contact Hilary Doubleday, phone 965-0228, email [email protected], or visit ana-capaschool.org

3/14Foothill Elementary SchoolLive From Foothill, It Is Saturday Night. SNL-Themed Gala5-10 PM. Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church, 1205 San Antonio Creek Rd.Enjoy dinner, dancing, and silent and live auctions at this fun Saturday Night Live–themed gala to support Foothill Elemen-tary School programs. $55. Contact Ted Pallad, phone (310) 612-0910, email [email protected], or visit

3/16Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation 2nd Annual Little Heroes Breakfast7:30-9:00am Hyatt Santa Barbara, 1111 E. Cabrillo Blvd.Featuring keynote speaker and former major league baseball player Jim Abbott, this event is affectionately named in honor of TBCF’s children who experience a battle against cancer that no child should have to endure—they are our heroes. Event proceeds benefi t the orga-nization’s emotional and fi nancial support programs to support families of children with cancer in the tri counties.

There is no cost to attend the Breakfast, but RSVPs are required and all event patrons will be encouraged to make a donation. Contact Shelby Thomas , phone 617-0845, email [email protected], or visit teddybearcan-cerfoundation.org

3/18American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Righetti High School4-11 PM. Righetti High School, 941 E. Foster Rd., Santa MariaRelay For Life teams camp out overnight and take turns walking or running around a track or path at a local high school, park, or fairground. Events are up to 24 hours long, and because cancer never sleeps, each team is asked to have at least one participant on the track at all times.Free. Contact Natalie Riloquio, phone 473-1748, email [email protected], or visit RelayForLife.org/Righetti-HighSchoolCA

3/18Cold Spring School FoundationFiesta de Cold Spring6 PM. Canary Hotel, 31 W. Carrillo St.This event raises money for extra pro-grams not funded by the school, including art, music, PE, library, and technology. $125. Contact Leslie Kneafsey, phone 452-6804, email [email protected], or visit coldspringschool.net/foundation

3/18Family Service AgencyCooking Up Dreams6:30 PM. Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.Cooking Up Dreams is a unique fund-raising event that features a culinary competition with delicious samplings by leading local chefs and restaurants, dancing to DJ Scott Topper, a hosted full bar, Dream Big auction, open-air photo booth, and more. Proceeds support Fam-ily Service Agency’s youth enrichment programs including Big Brothers Big Sisters, school-based counseling, and youth behavioral health — all programs targeting low-income, at-risk youth who, with the help of counseling and mentors, are able to improve their personal growth and academic experience.$125. Contact Melinda Johansson, phone 965-1001 x256, email [email protected], or visit cookingupdreams.org

3/18Waldorf School of Santa Barbara9th Annual Hike-A-Thon9 AM-12 PM. Toro Canyon Park 576 Toro Canyon RdA percentage of the proceeds from the children’s hiking pledges benefi t Save the Mermaids. For more information or become a community sponsor contact Emma

Rollin Moore, 967-6656, [email protected], http://www.wal-dorfsantabarbara.org/apps/pages/index.jspuREC_ID=282436&type=d&pREC_ID=701078

3/19Carpinteria Education FoundationOrchard to Ocean 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Fun Run8am Carpinteria Main SchoolThe 24th Annual race benefi ts the Car-pinteria and Summerland public schools. The picturesque course runs through Carpinteria and downhill to the beautiful Carpinteria Bluffs overlooking the Pacifi c Ocean and returns to the Carpinteria Children’s Project at Main School. $35. Contact Debra McCarty , phone 566-1615, email [email protected] , or visit carpeducationfoundation.org/Events.html

3/19Planned Parenthood of Santa Bar-bara, Ventura and San Luis ObispoBirds and Bees Bash6 PM. La Pacifi ca Ballroom, Coral Casino Beach & Cabana Club, 1260 Channel Dr.This will be an unforgettable event cel-ebrating the work of Planned Parenthood and the people who support that work. The event will begin on the gorgeous La Pacifi ca Terrace at the Coral Casino, where guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, a “boutique” silent auction, and special fun entertainment. As the sun sets, we’ll dine in the Ballroom and celebrate Maryan Schall as the Jean K. Schuyler honoree. Before the evening draws to a close, we’ll be treated to a special surprise guest!$300+. Contact Lynda, phone 722-1527, email [email protected], or visit birdsandbeesbash.ppsbvslo.org

3/19Boys & Girls Club of Santa Barbara 7th Annual Dinner & Auction Gala: “Be a Hero for Kids”5:30-10:30 PM. Plaza del Sol Rotunda, Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.Proceeds benefi t 1,500 area kids ages 6-18. The Boys & Girls Club of Santa Barbara offers vital educational, artistic, and recreational programs with supervi-sion provided by compassionate, ener-getic adult professionals after school, Saturdays, holidays, and during school breaks and summer. The Gala — honor-ing Santa Barbara area fi refi ghters and club members who saved a 10-year-old from drowning last summer — includes a silent auction with cocktails and appetiz-ers; dinner; a speaking program; a live auction; a one-of-a-kind “Dessert Dash”; a costume contest; and dancing to music provided by a DJ. (Super hero costumes are optional.) Let’s all “Be a Hero for Kids” in 2016!$200. Contact Michael Padden-Rubin, phone 962-2382, email [email protected], or visit boysgirls.org

3/19Foothill Elementary SchoolLive From Foothill Its Saturday Night Live: SNL Theme Gala5-10 PM. S.B. Greek Orthodox Church, 1205 San Antonio Creek Rd.This fun Saturday Night Live–themed gala supports Foothill Elementary School programs. There will be dinner, dancing, silent and live auctions, and entertain-ment.$55. Contact Ted Pallad , phone (310) 612-0910, email [email protected],

3/19Santa Barbara Maritime MuseumSeaside Soiree: Tidepools & Trea-suresVIP Reception: 4:30pm; General Admission: 6 PM. Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, 113 Harbor Wy., Ste. 190Enjoy tastings of gourmet delights , fi ne wines, spirits, and beers and the sounds of SBCC’s New World Jazz Ensemble on deck in the newly renovated Santa Bar-bara Maritime Museum. There will be a silent and live auction. Proceeds support the museum’s education programs and exhibits.VIP $200, General $100. Contact Lis Perry, phone 962-8404 x102, email [email protected], or visit sbmm.org

3/19Jewish Federation of Greater Santa BarbaraSanta Barbara Jewish Film FestivalTBD The New Vic, 33 W. Victoria St.From March 19-22, the Santa Barbara Jewish Film Festival showcases fi lms that explore the spectrum of Jewish culture, tradition, and experience. From the poignant to the hilarious, these fi lms present viewpoints and themes as varied as Jewish communities themselves. $75 (until Feb. 15, then $85) for passes; individual fi lm tickets: $10. Contact Diana Oplinger, phone 957-1115, email [email protected], or visit jewishsantabarbara.org

3/19Center of the HeartSpring Rummage Sale8 AM-2 PM. Center of the Heart, 487 N. Turn-pike Rd.Our yearly Rummage Sale helps our community practice propsperity principle of decluttering while help raising money for local charities will be held Anyone wishing to donate items can drop off items on Friday, March 18, 2016 all day. Also volunteer opportunities are available to help the day of with shifts during sale and with setup and teardown! Please contact Roxy Angel at 964-4861, or visit website for more information. Remember that your donations go to help Children’s organizations in Santa Barbara and are tax-deductible Free, All Donations accepted. Contact Roxy, phone 964-4861, email [email protected], or visit centeroft-heheart.com/event/spring-rummage-sale-03-19-16-2041


3/20Santa Barbara Museum of Natural HistoryWomen Winemakers of the Central Coast: A Symposium1-5 PM. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del SolSix of the Central Coast’s Winemakers will participate in a panel moderated by two women with worthy credentials to hear their stories. Question-and-answer time will be followed by sips of their wines plus wine from other female Central Coast winemakers. There’ll be tastes of savory and sweet morsels from area vendors, too! Only 100 seats left! $75. Contact Meridith Moore, phone 682-4711 x112, email [email protected],

3/20American Heart AssociationWine & Old Bags2-4 PM. The University Club, 1332 Santa Barbara St.The event will include wine tasting, light afternoon fare, and a silent auction featuring an array of vintage and new handbags as well as jewelry. Proceeds from the event will benefi t the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women campaign.$20. Contact Kate Wokowsky, phone 963-8862, email [email protected], or visit goredsb.heart.org

3/23Foodbank of Santa Barbara CountyLompoc Empty Bowls11:30 AM-1:30 PM. Dick Dewees Community Ctr., 1120 W. Ocean Ave., LompocProceeds from this grassroots community luncheon in Lompoc stay local to distrib-ute food to the one in fi ve residents living below the poverty line. Join us for lunch with friends and colleagues, and give back to your local community. $25. Contact Judi Monte, phone 937-3422 x106, email [email protected], or visit foodbanksbc.org/events/


3/27Center of the HeartSpring Renewal Easter Service10:30 AM. Center of the Heart, 487 N. Turnpike Rd.Have fun with us this Easter Sunday. Participate in a ritual for Spring Renewal and celebrate the Oneness of All. Free, All Donations accepted. Contact Roxy, phone 964-4861, email [email protected], or visit centeroft-heheart.com/event/spring-renewal-easter-2016-2043

A P R I LTBD6pm Surf Happens Foundation Rincon Luau NightPrivate Home, Rincon Point Com-munity Experience an unforgettable luau-themed candlelight dinner in the lush poolside gardens, and enjoy a professional luau dance while savoring a taste of Hawai-ian, served in three courses. The formal evening will include a live auction, cock-tail reception, and live music over the sound of crashing waves. Proceeds from the event will support the Surf Happens Foundation mission of enriching area youth through ocean education and the sport of surfi ng. $200/$350 per couple, Jenny Keet, 235-8783, [email protected], surfhappensfoundation.org

4/1Santa Barbara Botanic GardenSpring Plant Sale10 AM-5 PM. Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, 1212 Mission Canyon Rd.With thousands of plants from the many habitats of California, the Garden’s an-nual sales dwarf all other native-plant events. Come for easy shopping as the Garden’s courtyard is fi lled with a huge selection of manzanita, ceanothus, sage, and coral bells, to name just a few.Free. Contact Brittney Burrows , phone 682-4726, email [email protected], or visit sbbg.org

4/2CALM (Child Abuse Listening Me-diation)Celebrity Authors’ Luncheon10 AM-2 PM. Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.This is the 30th year for the CALM Celebrity Authors’ Luncheon, a fun event featuring and offering the chance to meet interviewed and non-interviewed authors. All funds raised go to the pre-vention and treatment of child abuse. Contact Becky Cohn, phone 965-2376, email [email protected], or visit calm4kids.org

4/3Santa Barbara School of Squash3rd Annual Beer Wine & Art Festival1-4 PM. University Club of Santa Barbara, 1332 Santa Barbara St.This benefi t is for the amazing kids at Santa Barbara School of Squash, an en-richment program for low-income youth in Santa Barbara. There will be wine tasting, beer tasting, live music, art, food, raffl e, silent auction, and great people having fun at a beautiful location!$35-50. Contact Robert Graham, phone 259-5508, email [email protected], or visit facebook.com/sbbwfest

4/3Santa Barbara Rape Crisis CenterChocolate de Vine4:30-7:30 PM. Pacifi ca Graduate Institute, 801 Ladera Ln., CarpinteriaA mouth-watering celebration of choco-late and wine, this event features live and silent auctions to raise funds for Santa Barbara Rape Crisis Center. The event will offer guests taste samplings of fabulous chocolate creations from local chocolat-iers and pastry chefs and wine tasting of some of California’s best wineries.$75-$100. Contact Elsa Granados, Execu-tive Director, phone 963-6832 x15, email [email protected], or visit sbrapecrisiscen-ter.org

4/4Girls Inc. of CarpinteriaWomen of Inspiration11:30 AM. Girls Inc. of Carpinteria, 5315 Foot-hill Rd., CarpinteriaGet ready to be inspired at Girls Inc. Carpinteria’s annual Women of Inspira-tion luncheon, with featured speaker Arlene Samen, the founder of One Heart World-Wide, whose organization works to decrease maternal and neonatal mortality and morbidity in remote, rural areas. The fundraiser will also recognize women in our community who have proven to be outstanding role models. All proceeds will support Girls Inc. of Carpinteria’s mission to inspire girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Contact Ericka Loza-Lopez, phone 684-6364 , email [email protected] , or visit girlsinc-carp.org

4/7Assisted Home Health & Hospice FoundationArt-Tini6-9 PM. Santa Barbara Women’s Club, 670 Mission Canyon Rd.Art-Tini stands for ART Show-Mar-TINI celebration, featuring cocktails, silent auction, art exhibits, live entertainment, and much more! All of the proceeds go to providing the underserved and medically dependent access to in-home health care and advanced education to affi liated health-care providers.$50. Contact Heather Donley, phone 371-9988, email [email protected], or visit Assisted1.com/tickets

The allure of Pinot Noir on the American Riviera.

Friday & Saturday tastings featuring more than 225 winery participants pouring Pinot Noir complemented by wine country appetizers from

Executive Chef Vincent Lesage and the Bacara culinary team.

Two full days of tastings, seminars, culinary excellence and wine country camaraderie.

2016 event at

March 4th & 5th, 2016

Tickets available at worldofpinotnoir.com805.489.1758

World of Pinot Noir

Silent Auction benefitting the Michael Bonaccorsi Foundation, and Keith Patterson Memorial Endowment


4/9Girls Inc. of Greater Santa BarbaraOne Hundred Committee Dinner6 PM. Girls Inc., 4973 Hollister Ave., GoletaThis evening event coordinated by the One Hundred Committee supports the scholarship fund at Girls Inc. of Greater Santa Barbara.TBD. Contact Mel Dase, phone 963-4757, email [email protected], or visit girlsincsb.org

4/9San Marcos Parent-Child Workshop27th Annual Silent Auction and Fundraiser “You’re Off to Great Places!”4-7 PM. Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church, 1205 San Antonio Creek Rd.Join us for the 27th Annual Silent Auction “You’re Off to Great Places” a benefi t for the San Marcos Parent-Child Workshop. Admission is $15 and offers you an eve-ning of hors d’oeuvres, drink, dessert, live music and bidding opportunities on 100’s of wonderfully unique items. This years fundraiser will support the Preschool’s relocation and enriching child-driven curriculum. $15. Contact Chail Norton, phone 964-8994, email [email protected], or visit smpcw.org

4/9MAD AcademyMAD Academy Awards 5:30 PM. Deckers Brand Rotunda, 6601 Hol-lister Ave., GoletaThis year, the Academy is proud to be honoring Ron and Stacy Pulice with a Lifetime Achievement award, and Lynda Weinman with the Educational Innova-tor of the Year award. Please join us in honoring them, and celebrating our 4th Annual Academy Awards “Making a Difference.” Enjoy cocktails and dinner with special guests Billy Baldwin and Michael Imperioli, with proceeds from the event going toward a scholarship fund for students in need.$125. Contact Kendra Kenyon, phone 966-7918, email [email protected], or visit madacad.com

4/10Foodbank of Santa Barbara CountySanta Barbara Fork & Cork Classic3-6 PM. Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club, 3375 Foothill Rd. #1200, CarpinteriaNestled between the Pacifi c Coast Ocean and the Southern California foothills, the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club beck-ons to you. Guests will enjoy tastings from an array of select local wines and special gourmet dishes prepared by Santa Barba-ra’s top restaurants and chefs. Join us in Santa Barbara for fantastic food, amazing company, live entertainment, and one-of-a kind silent and live auction items.TBD. Contact Misha Karbelnig, phone 967-5741 x119, email [email protected], or visit foodbanksbc.org/events

4/12Arts Mentorship ProgramRaise the Barre5:30 PM. Armada Wine & Beer Merchant, 1129 State St.Please join us for the second annual Raise the Barre, an Evening to Celebrate and Support the Arts Mentorship Program. Enjoy wine and appetizers, so-cialize among friends, and learn about op-portunities to foster artistry and personal growth through dance education. Join the Movement!$30, $55 for couples. Contact Miriam O’Donnell, phone 966-5299, email [email protected], or visit ampsb.org

4/14Anti-Defamation League Santa Bar-bara/Tri-CountiesADL’s Diversi-Tea11:30 AM-2 PM. Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore, 1260 Channel Dr.Diversity is a core principle of the Anti-Defamation League and our community partners from local law enforcement to educators. We invite you to enjoy Medi-terranean style fare while we support our community partners strutting their stuff down the runway in ADL’s role-model fashion show! Take a moment to pop out-side and peruse our shuk-style market of local artisans and bid on fashion-centric auction items!$150. Contact Brianna Moffi tt, phone 564-6670, email bmoffi [email protected], or visit santabarbara.adl.org

4/15-4/17The Julia Child Foundation for Gas-tronomy and the Culinary Arts Santa Barbara Food & Wine Week-endTBD Bacara Resort & Spa, 8301 Hollister Ave., GoletaJoin the celebration of Santa Barbara County’s best chefs, artisans, winemak-ers, and farmers. Now in its third year, the Santa Barbara Food & Wine Weekend showcases the distinct tastes, sights, and sounds of the region while also bringing cutting-edge culinary talent from across the country to Santa Barbara. Contact Bacara Resort, phone 571-3186, email [email protected], or visit bacaraculinaryweekend.com

4/16Santa Barbara Channelkeeper16th Annual Blue Water Ball5-9:30 PM. Deckers Rotunda, 6601 Hollister Ave, GoletaJoin us for an inspiring night of gourmet dinner by Guckenheimer Catering; fi ne wines from our own wine country; music by DJ Mike Ober (dancing after keynote address); an auction of goods, services, and adventures donated by local vendors; and a celebration of Channelkeeper’s recent victories for clean water. Our keynote speaker is Christian Beamish, a Santa Barbara resident, surfboard

shaper, big wave rider, boat builder, and author. Christian will have his boat, The Cormorant, on display at the event, where he will sign books and share tales of his incredible adventures — inspiring and strengthening our love for the ocean and our sense of responsibility to protect it.$250. Contact Morgan Coffey, phone 563-3377 x2, email [email protected], or visit sbck.org/event/16th-annual-blue-water-ball/

4/22Transition House AuxiliaryMad Hatter Luncheon10:30 AM. Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.The theme of the 19th annual luncheon is “Polynesian Holiday” and will feature entertainment by Ukulele Lulus and Hula Anyone? plus master of ceremonies Andrew Firestone. Guests are invited to dress in the theme of the event and bid on items in the silent auction. The luncheon is benefi ting homeless families and chil-dren at Transition House.$125. Contact Diane, phone 966-9668, email [email protected], or visit transition-house.com

4/23Santa Barbara VintnersVintners Festival1-4 PM. River View Park, BuelltonTaste your way through Santa Barbara Wine Country’s Wine Trails and the res-taurants and caterers located on or near the wine trails by attending the Vintners Festival, where you will experience the wine and hospitality of each member. $75/person. Contact Fran Clow, phone 688-0881, email [email protected], or visit sbvintnersweekend.com

4/23The Howard SchoolThe Howard School Grassroots Auction3 PM. The Howard School, 5315 Foothill Rd., CarpinteriaThis year, The Howard School invites par-ents, friends, alumni, and local community members to enjoy a fun, casual fundraiser at a beautifully transformed Howard School campus in Carpinteria. Guest can expect delicious, professionally prepared appetizers and desserts, local wines, and craft beers, all with live music by SolTree, as well as a host of great live and silent auction items. $25. Contact Jen Gonzalez, phone 745-8448, email [email protected], or visit thehowardschool.org

4/23American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Santa YnezTBD Dunn School, 2555 W. Hwy. 154, Los OlivosRelay For Life teams camp out overnight and take turns walking or running around a track or path at a local high school, park, or fairground. Events are up to 24

hours long, and because cancer never sleeps, each team is asked to have at least one participant on the track at all times.Free. Contact Nichole Takeda, phone 963-1577, email [email protected], or visit RelayForLife.org/SantaYnezCA

4/24AHA! Attitude. Harmony. Achieve-ment.Sing It Out!7 PM. Deckers Brand Rotunda, 6601 Hollister Ave., GoletaA dozen teenagers will take the stage one-by-one, singing rock and roll cover songs for “Sing It Out!”, a joyful and inspiring program of AHA!, a nonprofi t organization that fosters social and emo-tional intelligence in adolescents. Rock musician Tina Schlieske and her band, Tina Schlieske and the Graceland Exiles with Sister Laura, will back up the teens — many of whom have never sung in public before. They will have been prac-ticing for months to overcome obstacles and individual challenges, using music as therapy. Their performances represent the culmination of their journeys. $25 adult, $10 youth; VIP ticketing available. Contact Molly Green, phone 770-7200, email [email protected], or visit ahasb.org

4/27Museum of Contemporary Art Santa BarbaraDISRUPTION Annual Spring Ben-efi t & Art Auction6-9 PM. The Goodland, 5650 Calle Real, GoletaDISRUPTION, Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara’s annual spring benefi t and art auction, is a highly anticipated ticketed event that supports our world-class exhibitions and free public pro-grams. The evening is conceived with a different artist each year to create dynamic, multisensory, and unforgettable art experiences, drinks, and bites, plus a boutique auction of unique artworks.$175+. Contact Frederick Janka, Director of Development, phone 966-5373 x101, email [email protected], or visit mcasantabarbara.org

4/28CALM (Child Abuse Listening Media-tion)Ladies Get Loud for CALM5 PM. Santa Maria Country Club, 505 W. Waller Ln., Santa MariaRaise your voice and raise some money for CALM! Enjoy a fun evening out, served by “celebrity” male waiters, to support CALM’s work to end child abuse in Santa Barbara County.$40. Contact Sandra Fuhring, phone 965-2376, email [email protected], or visit calm4kids.org


4/28Santa Barbara Education FoundationHOPE Awards5:30 PM. Santa Barbara Historical Museum, 136 E. De la Guerra St.Join us this year as we honor Superin-tendent Dave Cash’s service to the Santa Barbara Unifi ed School District, and others who make a signifi cant contribu-tion to education in our community. Enjoy delicious food and beverages from local purveyors, student performances, and a silent auction. This lovely event helps Santa Barbara Education Foundation continue its work to ensure all students in Santa Barbara have access to high-quality education.$150. Contact Rebekah Altman, phone 284-9125, email [email protected], or visit sbefoundation.org

4/29Angels Foster CareAl Fresco Afternoon on the Riviera11 AM. Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara, 1260 Channel Dr.Set in the stunning gardens of the Four Seasons Biltmore Santa Barbara, this annual event features an outdoor mar-ketplace with an array of home goods, jewelry, and fashion accessories for sale; European-inspired luncheon with beauti-ful table decor, music, and fl oral arrange-ments; a fashion show highlighting spring trends; and a curated silent auction. In celebration of National Foster Care Month, several Angels foster families, volunteers, and supporters are honored. All proceeds from the event fund foster parent training programs and support Angels Foster Care program.$150+. Contact Ellen Dameron, phone 884-0012, email [email protected], or visit angelsfostercare.org

4/29Santa Barbara Police Activities League13th Annual Putting Kids First5:30-10:00 PM. Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.Please join for an evening of fun and festivities, including a live and silent auction, all honoring Sue Bennett for her dedicated support of PAL and the Santa Barbara community. Proceeds benefi t the life changing programs offered by PAL at the Twelve35 Teen Center.Contact Michelle Hillman Meyering for sponsorship opportunities. Contact Michelle Hillman Meyering, phone 962-5560, email [email protected], or visit sbpal.org

4/30Santa Barbara Botanic GardenPatron’s Launch Party4-7 PM. Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, Pritzlaff Conservation Center, 1212 Mission Canyon Rd.Join us for the opening of the Pritzlaff Conservation Center to celebrate our 90th year. $350. Contact Brittney Burrows , phone 682-4726, email [email protected], or visit sbbg.org

4/30Santa Barbara Museum of ArtOFF THE WALL5-8 PM. Junipero Serra Hall, 2210 Garden St.Presented by the SBMA Women’s Board, Off the Wall is a fast-paced and unique event where every ticket holder takes home a work of art donated by area artists! After a live auction for the op-portunity for the fi rst, second, and third pick, a random drawing determines who chooses nx$400 per ticket, admits two people who se-lect one piece of art. Contact Karen Kawa-guchi , phone 884-6428 , email [email protected], or visit sbmawb.org


4/30Carpinteria BeautifulCarpinteria Beautiful Home and Garden Tour11 AM-5 PM. CarpinteriaThe 19th annual Home and Garden Tour showcases a variety of homes that represent “a slice of Carpinteria.” The self-guided tours will serve lemonade and homemade cookies at a featured home. Visit our website for a full list of par-ticipating businesses selling tickets, an address to purchase tickets by mail order, or to buy tickets online See you there! $30. Contact Donnie Nair, phone 684-9328, email [email protected], or visit carpinteriabeautiful.org

4/30Arthritis FoundationWalk to Cure Arthritis8:00 AM. Santa Barbara City College, West CampusThe Walk to Cure Arthritis is a national campaign to raise awareness of the leading cause of disability, arthritis, and to encourage men and women with the knowledge they need to take care of their

health. Free. Contact Debbie Martin, phone 563-4685, email [email protected], or visit walktocurearthritis.org/cen-tralcoast

TBD Hillside House of Santa BarbaraSunset SoiréeEl Mirador Estate, MontecitoJoin us in the beautiful gardens of a Montecito estate to celebrate the lives of the 59 intellectually disabled adults that call Hillside House thier home. Enjoy a vast array of tasteful wines and decidant foods. With a slient auction and keynote speakers, your taste buds will not be the only thing in enjoyment. $175-$225, Nikki Ramirez, [email protected], 687-0788 x11, hill-sidehousesb.org

M A YTBDTeddy Bear Cancer Foundation 2nd Annual Moments in Time Event – Gatsby Mystery PartyTBD Mystery LocationThis evening event will feature a Roaring ‘20s–inspired party. Come in your most elegant fl apper- and Oxford-inspired pe-riod attire. The event features sumptuous hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, dancing, and live and silent auctions. Event proceeds benefi t the organization’s emotional and fi nancial support programs to support families of children with cancer in the tri counties. Contact Shelby Thomas , phone 617-0845, email [email protected], or visit teddybearcancerfounda-tion.org

5/1Santa Barbara Botanic GardenCommunity Exploration Day11 AM-4 PM. Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, 1212 Mission Canyon Rd.Join the Botanic Garden for cake and special exhibits as we open fi ve new gardens! Regular Admission, $10 for adults. Con-tact Brittney Burrows , phone 682-4726, email [email protected], or visit sbbg.org

5/1Wildling Museum of Art and NatureSpring BBQ Fundraiser2 PM. Flag Is Up Farms, SolvangSupport the Wildling Museum of Art and Nature at its annual Spring BBQ Fundrais-er, this year held at the lovely Flag Is Up Farms in Solvang, home of world-famous horse trainer Monty Roberts and his wife, Pat Roberts, a talented sculptor. Enjoy valley wines, a delicious BBQ dinner, a diverse silent auction, a gorgeous loca-tion celebrating its 50th Anniversary, live music, and more!

$125. Contact Laura Carloni, phone 686-8315, email [email protected], or visit wildlingmuseum.org/home-new/calendar/spring-bbq/

5/1Second Chance Cocker Rescue, Inc.Wine Art and Garden Show12-4 PM. Daniel Gehrs Winery, Tasting Garden 2939 Grand Ave., Los OlivosAdmission donation includes wine tast-ing, a silent auction, and a live auction. There will be wines and wine tastings from wineries like Bon Niche, Shadow Run, Qupé, August Ridge, Mitchella, Halter Ranch, Lone Madrone, Talley, and others. Paintings and photographs from area artists, ceramics, jewelry, slumped glass, and succulents will be available.$25. Contact Elizabeth Mazzetti, phone 687-4674, email [email protected], or visit SecondChanceCockerRes-cue.org

5/1Santa Barbara Humane SocietyOpen HouseNoon-4 PM. Santa Barbara Humane Society, 5399 Overpass Rd.Two-legged and four-legged guests of all ages are invited to join the Santa Barbara Humane Society for its annual Open House. Attendees will have the opportuni-ty to tour the shelter’s beautiful fi ve-acre property, meet adoptable dogs and cats, and watch live demonstrations from area dog-training groups. Guests will also enjoy face painting, a magic show with Mark Collier, a photo booth, and a kids’ reading corner. Free. Contact Rebecca Tivang, phone 964-4777, email [email protected], or visit sbhumanesociety.org

5/6Bishop Diego High School45th Annual Bishop Diego Golf Tournament10:30 AM. Glen Annie Golf Club, 405 Glen Annie Rd.The event is sold out every year!$250. Contact Stacey Carr, phone 967-1266 x105, email [email protected], or visit bishopdiego.org

5/6Hosted by Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care15th Annual Mother’s Day Lun-cheon11 AM-1:30 PM. La Pacifi ca Ballroom, Coral Casino Beach & Cabana Club, 1260 Channel Dr.In honor of Mother’s Day, Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care honors two mothers — one living and one in memory — to celebrate their lives and acknowledge their con-tributions to the community. The event includes a fashion show, delectable lunch and drinks, and a heartfelt program. This year Kate Firestone will be our Honored Mother and Debby Davison will be our Remembered Mother.


Cost and registration information TBA in April. Contact Rebecca Benard, phone 690-6215 , email [email protected] , or visit vnhcsb.org/luncheon

5/6Mental Wellness Center5K Walk for Mental WellnessTBA East BeachThe Mental Wellness Center invites the community to its 5th Annual Walk for Mental Wellness in May, coinciding with Mental Health Awareness Month. Last year’s event attracted more than 350 people for a beautiful sunset walk, raising community awareness and funds for the Mental Wellness Center’s programs. Take in the fresh air and soak up the Santa Barbara views while showing your sup-port for people living with mental illness.Registration fee TBA. Contact Debbie Terhune, phone 884-8440, email [email protected], or visit mentalwellnesscenter.org

5/6American Dance & MusicSpring Carnival with AD&MTBD Center Stage Theater, 751 Paseo NuevoAmerican Dance & Music invites you to join us for this exciting 10th Anniversary Season celebration. This dazzling event at Center Stage Theater will feature dance performances by AD&M Performance Group and other special guest artists. Fabulous food, wine, fun, and games are in store for you at this fundraiser to benefi t AD&M’s community outreach, master classes, and stellar performances in Santa Barbara.TBD. Contact Carrie Diamond, Executive Director, phone 450-7535, email [email protected], or visit ad AM-bsb.org

5/7Family Care NetworkMiracle Miles for Kids8:30 AM. Morro Bay Take part in this 10K Walk/Run fundraiser from Morro Rock to Cayucos Pier. There will be a post-race celebration with breakfast, live music, and vendor fair. Proceeds benefi t local children, youth, and families impacted by trauma. $35-$60, depending on when you register . Contact Leila Dufurrena, phone 503-6235, email [email protected], or visit mm4k.com

5/7Girls Inc. of CarpinteriaMariachi Encuentro 5 PM. Girls Inc. of Carpinteria, 5315 Foothill Rd., CarpinteriaJoin Girls Inc. of Carpinteria for its 9th An-nual Mariachi Encuentro event! Coincid-ing with Mother’s Day, the fundraiser is a wonderful occasion to celebrate Mexican culture, enjoy an authentic dinner, and dance to live music while helping to make a difference in the lives of local girls. All proceeds benefi t Girls Inc. of Carpinteria programs and scholarships, supporting

the organization’s mission to inspire girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Contact Ericka Loza-Lopez, phone 684-6364 , email [email protected], or visit girlsinc-carp.org

5/7Cancer Center of Santa Barbara with Sansum ClinicThe Rancheros Visitadores “Tough Enough to Wear Pink” Parade3 PM. SolvangIn partnership with Wrangler Jeans and Tough Enough to Wear Pink, the members of the Rancheros Visitadores will wear pink as they parade through the streets of Solvang to increase awareness of breast cancer and raise money to help those treated at the Cancer Center of Santa Barbara with Sansum Clinic. Join us for the colorful, inspiring parade and event. People start lining the streets around 2 p.m. Check the presentation to the Cancer Center of Santa Barbara around 3:45 p.m. Free. Contact Rob Dunton, phone 898-3620, email [email protected], or visit ccsb.org/rancheros-visitadores

5/7Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital Foun-dationThe First Annual Goodland Gala – A Kentucky Derby Experience1-4 PM. Bacara Resort & Spa, 8301 Hollister Ave.A lively afternoon of horse racing, live Kentucky Derby, Mint Juleps, and south-ern style fi xins to benefi t the new Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. Contact Diana Gray Miller, phone 681-6468, email [email protected], or visit

5/7Santa Barbara Middle SchoolLike. Totally. Rad. ‘80s Dinner & Auction5:30 PM. Santa Barbara Woman’s Club, 670 Mission Canyon Rd.This annual fundraising dinner features a live and silent auction to benefi t SBMS. Appetizers and dinner will be by Lorraine Lim Catering. Come join the ‘80s fun!$125. Contact Christine Cowles Berga-min, phone 563-9781, email [email protected], or visit sbms.org

5/7Martial Arts Family FitnessBlack Belt Test10 AM. Martial Arts Family Fitness, 122 E. Gutierrez St.Be inspired to accomplish anything in your life. Come check out our committed students, who will blow you away! Stu-dents ranging in ages from 13 years old to their fi fties are testing for another degree in their black belt journey, and it is going to be off the hook! We have personally been tracking their training, and they are ready to bring it. It’s free. It’s open to the public. It’s unmissable.

Free. Contact Master Melodee Meyer, phone 963-6233, email [email protected], or visit kickboxers.com

5/7Santa Barbara Birth Center5K Run/Walk & Wellness Fair10 AM. Leadbetter Beach Join us in a celebration of family and wellness as we host a 5K run (family friendly) that ends with kids activities, massage, yoga, and more! Come see why so many families choose SBBC for their journey into parenthood. SBCC is a 501c non-profi t and Santa Barbara’s only free-standing birth center www.sbbirthcenter.org

5/11Phoenix of Santa BarbaraHope & LaughterTBD El Encanto, 800 Alvarado Pl.Phoenix of Santa Barbara presents the Jonathan Awards, celebrating the life of Jonathan Winters, who triumphed over psychiatric challenges. Three leaders in mental health advocacy, support, and treatment will be honored: Lillian Lovelace, Suzanne Riordan, and Zev Nathan, MD. Phoenix also celebrates its name transition to Crescend Health.$150 per person; $1,500 for table of 10. Contact Ava Polan, phone 965-3434 , email [email protected], or visit phoenixofsb.org

5/11Hospice of Santa Barbara Gary Chafe Art Exhibition Opening Reception5:30-7 PM. Leigh Block Gallery, Hospice of Santa Barbara, 2050 Alameda Padre Serra, Ste. 100Hospice of Santa Barbara will host a wine and hors d’oeuvres open house reception for the exhibit. A portion of the proceeds from art sales will benefi t Hospice of Santa Barbara, Inc., a volunteer hospice organization. Contact Hospice of Santa Barbara, phone 563-8820, email [email protected] , or visit hospiceofsantabarbara.org

5/13Environmental Defense Center TGIF (Thank Goodness It’s Friday Mixer)5:30-7:30 PM. EDC Courtyard, 906 Garden St.Join EDC for one of the most pleasant happy hours in town with local wines, craft beers, hors d’ oeuvres, a raffl e, and live music provided by some of Santa Barbara’s fi nest musicians! Hosted by

EDC, this is the perfect opportunity to hear from representatives of EDC and other non-profi t organizations in the tri-county region about our work in protect-ing the local environment. $15; includes two drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and live music. Contact Chloe McCon-nell, phone 963-1622, email [email protected], or visit environmentaldefensecenter.org

5/13Southern California Artists Painting for the EnvironmentVisions of the Gaviota Coast – Art Show and Sale Benefi ting Gaviota Coastal Conservancy and Naples CoalitionAdd Day Bacara Resort & Spa, 8301 Hollister Ave.Come see a stunning combination of photography and painting highlighting the special beauty of the Gaviota Coast, com-bining the work of photographer Reeve Woolpert with the 150+ canvases for a dynamic overview of the area. Artwork ranges from watercolor and pastel to acrylic and oil paintings. This is the fourth annual fundraiser where 40 percent of all sales are earmarked for the nonprofi t partners whose mission is saving this last remaining natural coastline from develop-ment: Gaviota Coastal Conservancy & Naples Coalition. The show is May 13, 2-8 pm, and May 14, 10 AM-5pm. Free. Contact Natalie Wilson , phone 687-7123, email [email protected], or visit s-c-a-p-e.org

5/13-5/15CALM (Child Abuse Listening Media-tion)Antiques, Decorative Arts & Vin-tage Show and SaleFri.-Sat.:11am-6pm; Sun.: 11 AM-5 PM. Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle RealMore than 80 antique, vintage, and deco-rative-arts dealers will be under one roof to showcase their treasures, a unique selection of rustic, vintage, mid-century, and mid-18th-century antiques. Furniture, porcelain, glassware, silver, paintings and prints, fi ne and costume jewelry, folk art, garden/patio items, rugs, and more are some of the treasures for sale. This sale is for the observer and the collector of fi ne arts; the showgrounds will come alive with cherished treasures of the past. Proceeds benefi t the prevention and treatment of child abuse in Santa Barbara County through the organization of CALM. Parking is free.$6, $5 seniors, free for kids. Contact April Thede, phone 898-9715, email [email protected], or visit calm4kids.org/events

5/14American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Lompoc10 AM. Lompoc Huyck Stadium, 515 W. Col-lege Ave., LompocRelay For Life teams camp out overnight and take turns walking or running around


a track or path at a local high school, park, or fairground. Events are up to 24 hours long, and because cancer never sleeps, each team is asked to have at least one participant on the track at all times.Free. Contact Deb Jeffers, phone 473-1748, email [email protected], or visit RelayForLife.org/LompocCA

5/14Women’s Literary Festival8:30 AM - 3:30 PM. Fess Parker DoubleTree, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.The Women’s Literary Festival Board and the Festival’s generous sponsors are pleased to present this unique day devoted to all readers who want to learn more about women who write and the stories they tell. The Festival showcases women writers, both those who are already well-known and those who may be less well-known but equally deserv-ing of serious attention. The Festival also celebrates readers and is dedicated to promoting literacy, diversity and social justice. $65. Contact Sharon Hoshida, email [email protected], or visit http://www.womensliteraryfestival.com

5/15Coalition Against Gun ViolenceAnnual Celebration, Fundraiser & Silent Auction2:30-5 PM. The Santa Barbara Club, 1105 Chapala St.At this event, the public is invited to join CAGV and its supporters, along with pub-lic offi cials, to recognize the issues of gun violence prevention. This year, CAGV has invited an inspiring speaker, Dr. Renee Binder, MD, Board Certifi ed in forensic psychiatry, to discuss the important topic of mental health and gun violence. Spend a delightful afternoon enjoying delectable edibles and beverages as you partici-pate in CAGV’s esquisite silent auction, our only annual fundraiser, in the lovely park-like setting of the exclusive Santa Barbara Club.$75-$90. Contact Carol Nicoletti, phone 967-5251, email [email protected], or visit Sbcoalition.org

5/19Special Olympics Santa Barbara Region8th Annual Inspire Greatness Luncheon11:30 AM. Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Gardens, 1100 Anacapa St.The luncheon event is to honor local Special Olympic Athletes, volunteers, coaches, and donors and, importantly, recognize Santa Barbara County Law Enforcement for their ongoing contribu-tions to Special Olympics.Donation. Contact Gina Carbajal, phone 884-1516 x103, email [email protected], or visit sosc.org/santabarbara

5/19Dream Foundation6th Annual Flower Empower Lun-cheon11:30 AM-2:30 PM. TBDThis farm-to-table-style luncheon will in-clude a fabulous silent auction and raffl e overlooking the Pacifi c Ocean. Proceeds from the luncheon provide funds for the Flower Empower Program and help make dreams come true. Honored at the lun-cheon will be the 2016 program sponsors: Tim and Diane Brown, George and Lisa Hagerman, Geoffrey and Alison Wrig-ley Rusack, and Bob Fuladi and Nissrin Mahmoud.$110. Contact Valerie Banks, phone 564-2131 x115, email fl [email protected], or visit dreamfoun-dation.org

5/21Santa Barbara Choral SocietyWhen In Rome…5-9 PM. Music Academy of the West, 1070 Fairway Rd.The Santa Barbara Choral Society’s 2016 Italy Tour Gala will feature a preview of our World of Song concert with music by Aaron Copland, Morton Lauridsen, Rollo Dilworth, and others, accompanied by piano, in Hahn Hall. Your Gala ticket includes a pre-concert wine-and-cheese reception in the beautiful gardens at the Music Academy of the West and a romantic al fresco Italian dinner under the stars following the concert. Fabulous silent and live auction items will be on of-fer, including a trip to Italy that you won’t want to miss!$125 single ticket, $1,800 table of eight. Contact Kate Rees, phone 680-7170, email [email protected], or visit sbchoral.org

5/21Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian CenterAnnual Student Horse Show & Tack Sale9 AM-4 PM. Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian Center, 4420 Calle RealOur 26th Annual Horse Show features riders of all ages as they proudly dem-onstrate their equitation skills before a cheering crowd of family, friends and supporters. A mounted color guard by our Veteran participants, a horse parade, and a celebratory lunch will round out the exciting day. New and used tack will also be for sale, all proceeds benefi tting Hearts scholarships.Free. Contact Alexis Weaver, phone 964-1519, email [email protected], or visit heartsriding.org

5/21American Cancer Society Relay For Life of UC Santa BarbaraTBD UCSB, 552 University Rd.Relay For Life teams camp out overnight and take turns walking or running around a track or path at a local high school, park, or fairground. Events are up to 24

hours long, and because cancer never sleeps, each team is asked to have at least one participant on the track at all times.Free. Contact Nichole Takeda, phone 963-1577, email [email protected], or visit RelayForLife.org/UCSan-taBarbaraCA

5/21CARE4Paws & Old Yeller Ranch RescuePups & Purrs FUNdraiser4-9 PM. Fess Parker Winery, 6200 Foxen Canyon Rd.The “Pawty of the Year” features great wine from Fess Parker Winery and food from Full of Life Flatbread, plus live music, a silent and live auction with wonderful packages, and adoptable dogs from Old Yeller Ranch Rescue. Proceeds go to benefi t OYRR’s rescue/adoption efforts and CARE4Paws’ community outreach, intervention services, and free spay/neu-ter program for low-income cat and dog owners.$40 until April 21; $50 until May 20; and $60 at the door . Contact CARE4Paws, phone 968-2273, email [email protected], or visit care4paws.org

5/25Youth and Family Services YMCAReaching for Stars–An Evening of Fine Dining5:30-9:30 PM. Santa Barbara Woman’s Club, 670 Mission Canyon Rd.This unforgettable evening of extraordi-nary cuisine in a lovely setting benefi ts Youth and FamilyServices YMCA — a local organization dedicated to giving youth in our community places to be safe and opportunities to thrive. Enjoy tantaliz-ing dishes prepared by Santa Barbara’s top chefs, paired with fi ne wines of the region. From passed hors d’oeuvres through the amazing fi ve-course dinner, our chefs will work in teams to create culinary masterpieces to share with you throughout the evening.$200-$5,000. Contact Lynn Karlson, phone 569-1103 x32, email lynn,[email protected], or visit ciymca.org/rfs

5/25Scholarship Foundation of Santa BarbaraSouth County Scholarship Awards Ceremony3:30-5 PM. Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Gardens, 1100 Anacapa St.The Scholarship Foundation’s mission is to inspire, encourage, and support Santa Barbara County students in their pursuit of higher education through fi nancial aid advising and scholarships. Each May, proud students, their families, and area philanthropic leaders gather to celebrate student award recipients and recognize the generosity of the southern Santa Bar-bara County community. Please consider supporting area students by sponsoring a scholarship; donations of any size are

appreciated.Free. Contact Molly Kemper, phone 687-6065, email [email protected], or visit sbscholarship.org


J U N E6/3-6/4AHA! Attitude. Harmony. Achieve-ment.AHA! Estate SaleJune 3: 4-6pm; June 4: 9 AM-1pm The Peppers Estate, 430 Hot Springs Rd., Montecito Don’t miss AHA!’s second annual Estate Sale! Furniture, household items, cloth-ing, shoes all consignment quality and at incredible prices. Free. Contact Molly Green, phone 770-7200, email [email protected], or visit ahasb.org

TBD Sweetwater CollaborativeSweet Water-Wise Tour3-6pm Walking tour, various neighborhoodsJoin Sweetwater in a neighborhood walk-ing tour highlighting water-wise projects at a variety of residential sites! Water-wise features may include rain gardens, mulch basins, rain tanks, laundry gray-water systems, sheet mulching, soil build-ing, and the beginnings of a food forest. We’ll also see vegetable gardens, native gardens, chickens, rooftop solar systems, and lots of fruit trees; the tour will con-clude with wine and cheese at one of the homes where water-wise features have been implemented. $15 person/$25 couple, Barbara Wishin-grad, 403-4566, [email protected], sweetwatercollaborative.org

TBDJDRFWhat’s Your Type? — S.B.Support juvenile diabetes research while discovering and tasting local wine and brews. There will be music, appetizers, and the opportunity to join in the wine auc-tion and purchase outstanding local art. Join us at this inaugural exciting event. $35, Genny Bolton, 448-6924, [email protected], jdrf.org


TBDDream Foundation2nd Annual Summer DreamTBD TBDThe 2nd Annual Summer Dream event will benefi t Dream Foundation and is presented by Generation Dream — young professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders committed to changing the end-of-life experience for terminally ill adults and their families through supporting Dream Foundation’s life-changing work. Sched-uled for June 2016, Summer Dream is a fresh, summer-themed event to raise criti-cal funds for young dreamers. TBD. Contact Beth Skidmore, phone 564-2131 x103, email [email protected], or visit dreamfoundation.org

6/4Animal Shelter Assistance Program (ASAP)Basil’s BIG Bash5-9:30 PM. QAD, 100 Innovation Pl., Summer-landEnjoy an exhilarating auction, dinner, and dancing to the funky sounds of Area 51 while overlooking the gorgeous Pacifi c Ocean! All proceeds directly support ASAP’s programs, saving the lives of more than 1,000 homeless cats and kittens in the Santa Barbara community each year. After just two years, this event has become THE animal welfare event to attend — it’s a blast and will defi nitely sell out, so be sure to get your tickets early!$100. Contact Angela Walters Rockwell, phone 794-9574, email [email protected], or visit asapcats.org

6/4American Heart AssociationSanta Barbara Heart Ball5:30 PM. Stephen’s Hope Ranch EstateThe American Heart Association is honor-ing Betty Stephens for her many contribu-tions to the mission of the American Heart Association and to the Santa Barbara community. Enjoy a delightful poolside cocktail hour and silent auction with panoramic views of the city and Riviera, followed by a delectable sit-down din-ner and dancing, offering a spectacular ocean view.$500. Contact Kate Wokowsky, phone 963-8862, email [email protected], or visit sbheartball.heart.org

6/4Center for Successful AgingSenior (musical) Moments2 PM. Marjorie Luke Theatre, 721 E. Cota St.“Senior (musical) Moments” is the fourth annual benefi t production for the Center for Successful Aging, following in the footsteps of the very popular “Seniors Have Talent” I and II and last year’s “Put-tin’ On the Ritz” shows. This year’s show features scenes and musical numbers that explore the joys and challenges of aging in today’s world and includes a multigenerational company of senior and young actors, singers, and musicians,

many with impressive performance careers. Conceived and directed by Rod Lathim, it promises to deliver plenty of humorous and poignant moments pulled from life experiences.$20. Contact Bobbi Kroot, phone 898-8080, email [email protected], or visit seniormusicalmoments.org

6/4Los Olivos Rotary FoundationLos Olivos Jazz & Olive festival1 PM. Los OlivosThis is an afternoon of great wine, food, and live jazz for one all-inclusive ticket price. Thirty wineries offer pourings, 30 chefs prepare tastings, and multiple-Grammy nominee Denise Donatelli and the L.A. “A-Team” musicians provide wonderful live jazz in a perfect setting.$65. Contact Pete Robbins, phone 325-9280, email [email protected], or visit jazzandolivefestival.org

6/4Music Academy of the WestOpening Night GalaReception at 5.30pm, Recital at 6:15pm, Dinner at 7:45pm Music Academy of the West, 1070 Fairway Rd.Stars of the Metropolitan Opera and Academy alumni perform operatic favorites in a gala concert and dinner in celebration of the opening of the Marilyn Horne Main House. I will feature sopra-nos Isabel Leonard and Simone Osborne, tenor Ben Bliss, and pianists Warren Jones and Speranza Scappucci. All pro-ceeds benefi t the Music Academy’s 2016 full-scholarship program.Table sponsorships are available starting at $10,000. Single tickets are $1,000-$10,000 per person. Contact Lauren Beat-tie, Director of Special Events, phone 695-7917, email [email protected], or visit musicacademy.org/gala

6/9Scholarship Foundation of Santa BarbaraSouth Coast Business & Technol-ogy Awards5-9 PM. Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.Area leaders in business and technol-ogy gather to recognize individuals and companies who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to ensuring the economic vitality of the South Coast of Santa Barbara County. Proceeds benefi t the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara’s South Coast Business & Technology Awards Fund, which grants scholarships to area students studying business and technology-related subjects at colleges in the area. To date, the fund has distributed more than 740 awards totaling more than $1.78 million.Sponsorships only: $3,000 for table of 10. Contact Molly Kemper, phone 687-6065, email [email protected], or visit sbscholarship.org/south-coast-business-technology-awards

6/9Fund for Santa BarbaraFund for Santa Barbara Spring Grant Awards Celebration5:00-7:00 PM. Lobero Theatre Courtyard, 33 E.Canon Perdido St.Please join the Fund for a community celebration to appreciate the work of our Spring Cycle grantees. Join over 150 of your progressive friends to celebrate social change in Santa Barbara County. Live music, appetizers and a no-host bar will be provided. $10 suggested donation. Contact Elena Richardson, phone 962-9164, email [email protected], or visit fundforsantabarbara.org

6/11American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Santa BarbaraTBD Bishop Garcia Diego School, 4000 La Colina Rd.Relay For Life teams camp out overnight and take turns walking or running around a track or path at a local high school, park, or fairground. Events are up to 24 hours long, and because cancer never sleeps, each team is asked to have at least one participant on the track at all times.Free. Contact Nichole Takeda, phone 963-1577, email [email protected], or visit RelayForLife.org/SantaBarbaraCA

6/12Environmental Defense CenterGreen & Blue: A Coastal Celebra-tion2-5:30 PM. Rancho La Patera & Stow House, 304 N. Los Caneros Rd., GoletaThe annual benefi t is EDC’s largest and most successful fundraiser of the year, held outside in the gardens at Rancho La Patera & Stow House in Goleta. Guests enjoy area wine, hors d’oeuvres and des-sert, live music, and silent and live auc-tions fi lled with unique items, all amidst the lush surroundings of the historic Stow House. $100. Contact Beth Pitton-August, phone 963-1622, email [email protected] , or visit environmentaldefensecenter.org

6/18Alzheimer’s AssociationLongest Day: Quilters Forever10 AM-5 PM. Roxanne’s, 919 Maple Ave., Carpinteria$15 prior, $35 at event. Contact Isabel Downs, phone 682-2152, email [email protected], or visit act.alz.org (go to Lon-gest Day; team name = Quilters Forever)

6/18-6/19Parkinson Association of Santa BarbaraPASB Annual Rail Rd. Days10 AM-5 PM. 1143 Camino Viejo, MontecitoJune 18-19, celebrate Father’s Day with your family at a spectacular outdoor dis-play of model trains and tracks designed

after the Southern Pacifi c Santa Cruz Di-vision. Operators from area railroad clubs will be running the trains both Saturday and Sunday. Stroll through the hillside of dwarf trees and villages and enjoy great food and raffl e prizes! Contact Kitty Bell, phone 683-1326, email [email protected], or visit rrdays.com

6/25Santa Barbara Museum of Natural HistoryAnnual Santa Barbara Wine Festival™2-5 PM. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del SolMingle with winemakers, bakers, and chefs under the oak trees along Mission Creek. Enjoy the best of Central Coast wines, try your luck in our Every Cork Wins! raffl e, and know that 100 percent of net proceeds support Museum science education for children and adults. Contact Sarah Clement, phone 682-4711 x110, email [email protected] , or visit sbnature.org/about/495.html


6/25People Helping People5th Annual Santa Ynez Valley Polo Classic11 AM. Piocho Ranch, 1100 Secretariat Dr., Santa YnezGuests will once again enjoy a fast-paced polo match featuring several of the high-est rated players in the world in addition to our Santa Ynez Valley polo celebrities. All guests are invited to dress for the occasion, with creative hats for the ladies encouraged. Proceeds benefi t People Helping People. Contact Erica Valdes, phone 686-0295, email [email protected], or visit syvphp.org/poloclassic

6/25American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Santa Maria10 AM. Santa Maria FairPark, 937 S. Thornburg St., Santa MariaRelay For Life teams camp out overnight and take turns walking or running around a track or path at a local high school, park, or fairground. Events are up to 24 hours long, and because cancer never sleeps, each team is asked to have at least one participant on the track at all times.Free. Contact Deb Jeffers, phone 473-1748, email [email protected], or visit RelayForLife.org/SantaMariaCA


6/26Solvang TheaterfestJazz & Beyond in the Garden Series3-5 PM. Solvang Festival Theater, 420 Second St., SolvangEnjoy music by Michael on Fire in our beautiful garden area. Local Valley wine and snacks will be for sale.$30 or series of fi ve for $130. Contact Pam Pilcher, phone 686-1789, email [email protected], or visit solvangfestival-theater.org

J U L YTBDSouthern California Artists Painting for the EnvironmentA Brush with the Waves, Art Show and Sale Benefi ting Surfrider Foun-dationAll Day Faulkner Gallery, Santa Barbara Central Library, 40 E. Anapamu St.This art show and sale benefi ts the Surfrider Foundation, a nonprofi t envi-ronmental organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s oceans, waves, and beaches for all people, through conservation, activism, research, and education. The show runs July 2-31, with a reception July 7, 5-7pm.Free. Contact Myla Kato, phone 637-5999, email myla@mylakatofi neart.com, or visit s-c-a-p-e.org

TBDAmerican Cancer Society Bark For Life TBD TBDThe American Cancer Society Bark For Life is a fundraising event honoring the life-long contributions of our Dogs & Canine Caregivers. Contact Nichole Takeda, phone 963-1577, email [email protected], or visit RelayForLife.org/barksantabarbara

7/2Friends of Los Alamos Public LibraryBark for BooksTBD Los AlamosBark for Books is a family fun day. Bring you family dogs to race for prizes. Races held according to dog’s size. Vendors will be present and all proceeds will benefi t the Los Alamos Public Library. $15 per dog, $10 if you preregister. Contact Madeleine at Gentleman Farmer, phone 344-4111, email [email protected], or visit losalamo-spubliclibrary.com

7/8Environmental Defense CenterTGIF (Thank Goodness It’s Friday Mixer)5:30-7:30 PM. EDC Courtyard, 906 Garden St.Join EDC for one of the most pleasant happy hours in town with local wines, craft beers, hors d’ oeuvres, a raffl e, and live music provided by some of Santa

Barbara’s fi nest musicians! Hosted by EDC, this is the perfect opportunity to hear from representatives of EDC and other non-profi t organizations in the tri-county region about our work in protect-ing the local environment. $15; includes two drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and live music. Contact Chloe McCon-nell, phone 963-1622, email [email protected] , or visit environmentaldefensecenter.org

7/16American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Carpinteria10 AM. Aliso Elementary School, 4545 Carpin-teria Ave., CarpinteriaRelay For Life teams camp out overnight and take turns walking or running around a track or path at a local high school, park, or fairground. Events are up to 24 hours long, and because cancer never sleeps, each team is asked to have at least one participant on the track at all times.Free. Contact Nichole Takeda, phone 963-1577, email [email protected], or visit RelayForLife.org/Carpinteria

7/16Center of the HeartLocal Animal Shelter Fundraiser7 PM. Center of the Heart, 487 N. Turnpike Rd.Area musicians will perform at Center of the Heart to benefi t a local animal shelter charity There will be a silent auction, as well. More details will follow as details are fi rmed up. Please visit our website centeroftheheart.com or call 964-4861. $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Contact Roxy, phone 964-4861, email [email protected], or visit centeroft-heheart.com/event/local-animal-shelter-fundraiser-event-2042

7/22Lompoc Family YMCA17th Annual YMCA Kids For Character Golf Tournament: The Ketrenia KlassicNoon Village Country Club, 4300 Clubhouse Dr., LompocThe Lompoc Family YMCA will be teeing it up for the 17th Annual “Kids For Charac-ter” Golf Tournament, “The Ketrenia Klas-sic,” in memory of the late Ketrenia Hall, on July 22. This premier charity event tournament will be held at Village Country Club. Dinner, awards, a raffl e, and a live and silent auction will promptly follow the tournament. This event provides funds to support Lompoc Valley youth and families taking part in life-changing YMCA camps,

programs, and membership opportunities. This year, the event will be in memory of Ketrenia Hall, the late wife of Lompoc Family YMCA Boardmember James M. Hall. Ketrenia Hall, who passed away in 2013, was named Channel Islands YMCA Golden Triangle Award winner in 2002 for her various roles as a volunteer. Cost varies. Contact Thomas Speidel, phone 736-3483, email [email protected], or visit ciymca.org/lompoc

7/23Alzheimer’s AssociationBlondes vs. Brunettes Santa Bar-baraTBD Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club, 3375 Foothill Rd. #1200, CarpinteriaBlondes vs. Brunettes is a powder puff football fundraiser aimed at engaging young professionals in the Santa Barbara area to help tackle Alzheimer’s disease. Contact Rachael Randall, phone 892-4259, email [email protected], or visit alz.org/cacentral


7/30Explore EcologyArt From Scrap Annual Fundraiser6-9 PM. Art From Scrap, 302 E. Cota St.Join us for an evening of art, live music, delicious food, and festivities at Art From Scrap’s Annual Assemblage Fundraiser. Bid on your favorite work of art created by local artists. All proceeds benefi t Art From Scrap’s environmental education and art programming. $15. Contact Jill Cloutier, phone 884-0459 , email [email protected], or visit exploreecology.org

7/31Ganna Walska LotuslandLotusland Celebrates4 PM. Ganna Walska Lotusland, Cold Springs Rd., MontecitoLotusland’s signature event, Lotusland Celebrates, is our annual fundraising gala and the hottest ticket of the summer. This not-to-be-missed magical affair features an entertainment-fi lled walk through the garden, followed by a seated dinner in the remarkable setting of Lotusland’s main lawn. Contact Courtney Tentler, phone 969-3767, email [email protected], or visit lotusland.org

A U G U S T8/5Santa Barbara Courthouse Legacy FoundationAnnual Fiesta Event for Members6:30 PM. Santa Barbara County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St.This Fiesta party is for Courthouse Legacy Foundation Members; become a mem-ber today. The event takes place on the Loggia overlooking Las Noches de Ronda. Tickets are not sold at the door; atten-dance is by invitation only.$100. Contact Linda Rosso, phone 770-7222, email [email protected], or visit sbclf.org

8/10Hospice of Santa Barbara Karen Zazon Exhibition Opening Reception5:30-7 PM. Leigh Block Gallery, Hospice of Santa Barbara, 2050 Alameda Padre Serra, Ste. 100Hospice of Santa Barbara will host a wine and hors d’oeuvres open house reception for the exhibit. A portion of the proceeds from art sales will benefi t Hospice of Santa Barbara, Inc., a volunteer hospice organization. Contact Hospice of Santa Barbara, phone 563-8820, email [email protected] , or visit hospiceofsantabarbara.org

8/14Santa Barbara Permaculture NetworkSeeds for AllTBD Faulkner Gallery, S.B. Central Library, 40 E. Anapamu St.At the Seedy Film Panorama Night, watch fi lms from around the world describing seed saving in many cultures. Partici-pants will be encouraged to bring seeds that express their cultural heritage. This event is to support the Annual Santa Bar-bara Community Seed Swap (Free event, free seeds) offered to the public each January since 2007. Help Santa Barbara become food secure with local seeds. $10. Contact margie Bushman, phone 962-2571, email [email protected], or visit sbpermaculture.org

8/20Santa Ynez Valley Therapeutic Riding ProgramCowboy Ball5 PM. Reata Oaks, 3849 Roblar Ave., Santa YnezPlease join us for the beautiful evening with wonderful food, wine, music, and scenery benefi ting the Santa Ynez Valley Therapeutic Riding Program. The event is held at a private ranch with hors d’ oeu-vres and dinner by Chef Alfonso Curti of Trattoria Ulivetto, wine by D’Alfonso Cur-ran Winery, live music, and an auction. $100. Contact Robin Serritslev, phone 325-1544, email [email protected], or visit syvtherapeuticriding.com


8/22St. Vincent’sSt. Vincent’s 15th Annual Golf ClassicRegistration: 9am; Lunch Buffet: 11am; Shotgun Start: noon; Reception & Awards Ceremony: 5pm. La Cumbre Country Club, 4015 Via LagunaSt. Vincent’s Annual Golf Classic is a great day of premier golf on La Cumbre Country Club’s magnifi cent, 18-hole course in support of St. Vincent’s Children & Family Service Programs. Sponsorship opportunities are available. $375 per single player. Contact Susan Murray, phone 683-6381, email [email protected], or visit stvincents-sb.org


8/27William Sansum Diabetes CenterTaste of the Wine & Auction3-6 PM. QAD, Inc., 2111 Ortega Hill Rd., Sum-merlandBack by popular demand, Taste of the Wine & Auction 2016 features a spectac-ular view, delightful music, and live and silent auctions. Attendees will be able to partake in delectable food, fi ne wines, and handcrafted beer from the Central Coast’s best purveyors. Contact Jessica Lehner, phone 682-7638, email [email protected], or visit sansum.org

8/27Center of the HeartNurturing the Soul Women’s Retreat10 AM-6 PM. Center of the Heart, 487 N. Turnpike Rd.Come join us for our second annual day of relaxation and rejuvenation! We have gathered speakers to share their wisdom for one day on topics to nourish the mind, body, and soul. It includes a catered lunch, all speakers, a happy hour, and a rhythm circle. $45 in advance, $55 at the door. Con-tact Roxy, phone 964-4861, email [email protected], or visit centeroft-heheart.com/event/nurturing-the-soul-2016-womens-retreat-2036

8/27Santa Barbara ZooZoofari Ball XXXI, Presented by Union Bank5:00 PM. Santa Barbara Zoo, 500 Niños Dr.The wildest fundraiser in town, Zoofari Ball is an event dedicated to raising money for the animals at the Santa Barbara Zoo that includes delicious food and cocktails, live music, a silent auction, and more. $300 per seat. Contact Kelly Whitaker, phone 679-8442, email [email protected], or visit sbzoo.org/zoofari

S E P T E M B E RTBDGarden Street AcademyCarnival and Music Festival 3-6pm Garden St. Academy, 2300 Garden St.GSA’s annual fall Carnival and Music Fes-tival will be held at the end of September or the beginning of October from 3-6pm. We invite all of Santa Barbara to come enjoy our lively outdoor fundraiser at our beautiful campus on the Upper East Side of Santa Barbara.Free. Contact Angela Jevons, phone 680-1536, email [email protected], or visit gardenstreetacademy.org

9/7Hospice of Santa Barbara 4th Annual Heroes of Hospice Awards LuncheonLuncheon begins at noon, doors open at 11:30 AM. Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.Each year, Hospice of Santa Barbara hon-ors those whose work has advanced our mission. Honorees include a professional whose work has furthered end-of-life care in our community, a volunteer whose dedicated time played a signifi cant role in our success, and a philanthropist who has provided exemplary support to our organization. $150. Contact Hospice of Santa Barbara, phone 563-8820 , email [email protected] , or visit hospiceofsb.org

9/9Environmental Defense Center TGIF (Thank Goodness It’s Friday Mixer)5:30-7:30 PM. EDC Courtyard, 906 Garden St.Join EDC for one of the most pleasant happy hours in town with area wines, craft beers, hors d’oeuvres, a raffl e, and live music provided by some of Santa

Barbara’s fi nest musicians! Hosted by EDC, this is the perfect opportunity to hear from representatives of EDC and other nonprofi t organizations in the tri-county region about our work in protect-ing the local environment.$15; includes two drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and live music. Contact Chloe McCon-nell, phone 963-1622, email [email protected], or visit environmentaldefensecenter.org

9/11American Foundation for Suicide PreventionOut of the Darkness Community WalkCheck-in: 7:45am; walk 9 AM. Leadbetter BeachOut of the Darkness Community Walks are AFSP’s signature fundraising cam-paign, bringing together family, friends, colleagues, and supporters every fall for a 3-mile walk in hundreds of communities nationwide. Suicide is a national health problem that takes an enormous toll on the entire community. Walk to save lives.Free. Contact Traute Winters, phone (424) 327-7101, email [email protected], or visit outofthedarkness.org

9/11Cultivate Events6th Annual Santa Barbara Fermen-tation Festival11 AM-5 PM. Rancho La Patera & Stow House, 304 N Los Carneros Rd, GoletaThe 6th annual Santa Barbara Fermenta-tion Festival will showcase local and regional experts on the history, benefi ts and preparation of fermented foods. The festival includes samples of 75+ artisan fermented foods from 50+ exhibitors, four stages featuring local and regional ex-perts, interactive hands-on activities, and a farm-to-bar tasting area. This all-ages experiential one-day festival celebrates the importance of traditionally fermented foods and beverages and empowers at-tendees to make these foods at home.TBD. Contact Cultivate Events, phone 722-5324, email [email protected], or visit SBFermentationFestival.com

9/11Jewish Federation of Greater Santa BarbaraAlan J. Wyner Men’s EventTBD La Cumbre Country Club, 4015 Via LagunaThis brunch brings together men who share a commitment to helping those in need and building a stronger community. The event will feature a guest speaker. $40. Contact Michael S. Rassler , phone 957-1115, email [email protected], or visit jewishsantabarbara.org

9/16-9/25Planned Parenthood of Santa Bar-bara, Ventura and San Luis ObispoMary Jane McCord Planned Par-enthood Book Sale10 AM-8 PM. Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real

Please join us for the 42nd Annual Book Sale. This is the largest used book sale in the Tri-Counties. We have thousands of carefully curated and cleaned titles in categories that range from American History to War and Military. We have a HUGE selection of children and young adult books as well as business, cook books, and literature. Most paperbacks are priced at $1! Stock is refreshed daily, so be sure to come by early and often. All books will be half-price on Sunday, 9/25!Free. Contact Lynda, phone 722-1527, email [email protected], or visit booksale.ppsbvslo.org

9/17Santa Barbara Center for the Per-forming ArtsLegends GalaTBD The Granada Theatre, 1214 State St.The Legends Gala honors the achieve-ments of persons or organizations who have illuminated and advanced the performing arts in a signifi cant way. The elegant black-tie affair celebrates the area’s rich culture of arts and philan-thropy with a dinner, entertainment, and awards ceremony on the stage of the stunning Granada Theatre. In its second year, the Legends Gala takes its place as one of Santa Barbara’s signature events. Contact Hayley Firestone Jessup, phone 899-3000, email [email protected], or visit granadasb.org

9/17Ganna Walska LotuslandExceptional Plants: Lotusland Auc-tion and SaleGanna Walska Lotusland, Cold Springs Rd., MontecitoMore than just your average plant sale, this signature event is designed for garden connoisseurs, featuring rare and hard-to-fi nd plants. Enjoy a wonderful af-ternoon at Lotusland with wine, specialty cocktails and sumptuous hors d’oeuvres served on the main lawn and a popular silent auction of rare plants. The highlight of the event will be a spirited live auction during which a more than a dozen very rare, very special plants will go under the gavel. Contact Courtney Tentler, phone 969-3767, email [email protected], or visit lotusland.org

9/17Jewish Federation of Greater Santa BarbaraFeed the Funk8 PM-midnight Soho Restaurant & Music Club, 1221 State St.Join us for the funkiest night of the year — at SOhO Restaurant & Music Club! There will be great food, incredible auction items, and the best live music in town! Proceeds benefi t Jewish Federa-tion’s Young Adult Division and another community nonprofi t yet to be deter-mined.


$10 in advance; $15 at the door. Contact Mike Witt, phone 957-1115, email [email protected], or visit jewishsantabarbara.org

9/17Anti-Defamation League Santa Bar-bara/Tri-CountiesADL’s Torch of Liberty Awards Dinner6:30 PM. Fess Parker Doubletree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.The biggest Anti-Defamation League event of the year includes dinner, an open bar, silent and live auctions, and live music that will keep us dancing the night away! Join us in celebrating area leaders who exemplify exceptional commitment to diversity, equality, and justice, the principles on which ADL was founded. Proceeds from the evening support the ADL’s programming and initiatives that empower us all to Imagine A World With-out Hate®.$300. Contact Brianna Moffi tt, phone 564-6670, email bmoffi [email protected], or visit santabarbara.adl.org

9/17-9/18Coastal Quilters Guild/SB-GoletaHarvest of Colors Quilt Show10 AM-5 PM. Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle RealIn the 10th Biennial Members’ Showcase, the theme is inspired by S.B. County, fea-turing more than 200 traditional, modern, and art quilts.$10. Contact Rosana Swing, phone 680-2670, email [email protected], or visit coastalquilters.org

9/23Breast Cancer Resource CenterBCRC Presents5:30-10 PM. Coral Casino, 1260 Channel Dr.This annual fall event has been described as the “best fundraiser in S.B.” Pick out your pinkest outfi t to mingle with friends and enjoy great food, live music, and silent and live auctions. Funds benefi t BCRC educational programs and support services addressing the needs of women dealing with breast cancer. Sponsorship opportunities are available.$250. Contact BCRC, phone 569-9693, email [email protected], or visit bcrcsb.org

9/23Boys & Girls Club of Santa Barbara17th Annual Golf Tournament10:30 AM-7 PM. Glen Annie Golf Club, 405 Glen Annie Rd., GoletaProceeds benefi t 1,500 S.B.-area kids ages 6-18. The Boys & Girls Club of Santa Barbara offers vital educational, artistic, and recreational programs with supervision provided by compassion-ate, energetic adult professionals after school, Saturdays, holidays, and during school breaks and summer. Schedule: 10:30am Registration, Warm-up & Lunch; noon Putting Contest Final & Call to Carts; 12:15pm Shotgun Start, Four-Person

Scramble; 5:30pm Dinner, Awards & Prizes.$175. Contact Michael Padden-Rubin, phone 962-2382, email [email protected], or visit boysgirls.org

9/24-09/25Santa Barbara Museum of Natural HistoryArtwalk10 AM-5 PM. Santa Barbara Museum of Natu-ral History, 2559 Puesta del SolThe Indoor Show takes place in the Fleis-chmann Auditorium and features Artists of Distinction — an impressive group of nationally recognized artists — and other fi ne artists presenting paintings, prints, sculptures, and photography. The Outdoor Show features an amazing selection of artisans selling their wares throughout the campus. All works displayed at the show are for sale, and proceeds support Museum programs. $10. Contact Meridith Moore, phone 682-4711 x112, email [email protected], or visit sbnature.org/about/496.html

9/24American Heart AssociationSanta Barbara Heart Walk8:30 AM. Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.Companies and families participate by forming teams of walkers or runners who obtain pledges on behalf of the Ameri-can Heart Association. This 5K Walk/Run is along the beach and starts/ends at the Fess Parker Doubletree Resort with a health fair expo, kids & dog zone, music & entertainment. Join us to fi ght Santa Barbara County’s #1 & #2 causes of death-heart disease & stroke.Free. Contact Kerstin Padilla, phone 963-8862, email [email protected], or visit sbheartwalk.com


9/24Casa Serena8th Annual Celebrate Recovery! Luncheon11:30 AM-1:30 PM. Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.Casa Serena’s 8th Annual Celebrate Recovery! Luncheon is a wonderful fundraiser in which proceeds go to assist women who are seeking residential treat-ment for addiction to alcohol and/or other drugs. This year’s location will be held in

the Reagan Room with lunch and a silent auction. $100. Contact Lisette Fraser, phone 845-4237, email [email protected], or visit casaserena.org

9/25State Street BalletSoirèe6-9 PM. Loggia Ballroom, Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara, 1260 Channel Dr.State Street Ballet will host our annual Gala fundraiser at the Four Seasons Biltmore, honoring and celebrating our lo-cal philanthropists, supporters, and loyal patrons. It will be an exciting evening of live music, dining, and dancing, with special awards given and performances by our internationally acclaimed profes-sional dancers. Contact Denise Grimm, phone 845-1432, email [email protected], or visit statestreetballet.com

9/29New Beginnings Counseling CenterChanging Lives Gala6:30 PM. El Encanto Hotel, 800 Alvarado Pl.Enjoy an evening of celebration and entertainment with New Beginnings Counseling Center for the annual Chang-ing Lives Gala. Join us for delicious dinner, delightful music, engaging speak-ers, dessert reception, and more at the spectacular El Encanto Hotel. Benefi ts from the Changing Lives Gala allow New Beginnings to provide quality psychologi-cal counseling and supportive services to low-income individuals and their families in the Santa Barbara community. TBD. Contact Development Director , phone 963-7777 x112, email [email protected], or visit sbnbcc.org

9/30Santa Barbara Botanic GardenFall Plant Sale10 AM-5 PM. Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, 1212 Mission Canyon Rd.With thousands of plants from the many habitats of California, the Garden’s annual sales dwarf all other native-plant events on the Central Coast. Join us, and fi ll up your garden with the natives!Regular Admission, $10 for adults. Con-tact Brittney Burrows , phone 682-4726 x103, email [email protected], or visit

9/30Community Environmental CouncilGreen Gala6:30 PM. The Lark, 131 Anacapa St.CEC’s Green Gala is the only close-out event at The Lark. This eco-chic party transforms The Lark’s parking lot into a beautiful urban dining room, and a deli-cious three-course meal is created just for the event. The Green Gala is a fund-raiser for CEC and features a live auction, photo booth, and a creative program.$275 per person. Contact Kathi King, phone 963-0583 x108, email [email protected], or visit cecsb.org

O C T O B E RTBDSanta Barbara Audubon SocietyBirdathon: Have Fun While Helping Your Audubon Chapter Advance Its Mission!All Day Wherever You Are Anywhere in the World!Start soliciting sponsors now, bird anywhere in the world during the fi rst two weeks of October, and report your best 24-hour period to SBAS. Resultswill be announced at SBAS’s Eyes in the Sky Open House on October 16 at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. De-tails such as registration (cost includes a hat!) will be set over the coming months, so please keep checking the website for the latest updates.$25. Contact Marsha Macdonald, phone 962-7799, email [email protected], or visit santabar-baraaudubon.org/category/activities/other-events/

TBDChild Evangelism Fellowship Santa BarbaraGood News 4 Kids Golf Tourna-mentTBD Glen Annie Golf Club, 405 Glen Annie Rd.Join Child Evangelism Fellowship of Santa Barbara (CEF) for an afternoon of golf and prizes at the scenic Glen Annie Golf Club in Goleta! A dinner and raffl e will follow the tournament. All proceeds benefi t CEF Santa Barbara, a nonprofi t organization that shares Jesus Christ’s love with area children through free after-school clubs, summer camps, and outreach events.TBD. Contact Pamela, phone 450-8193, email [email protected], or visit cefsantabarbara.org

10/1Center of the HeartHealing Arts Faire — Fall 2016 noon-5 PM. Center of the Heart, 487 N. Turn-pike Rd.On Saturday, October 1, at noon, join us for a day of intuitive readings, massage, energy workers, healers, and art and jewelry vendors. Gifted participants will offer a wide variety of modalities, includ-ing Tarot cards, Numerology, intuitive channeling, intuitive healers, Angel Card Readers, massage, energy workers, John of God Crystal Bed sessions, and more! Each will offer mini-treatments and be available for full sessions, as well. Booth space is available. Please contact us at 964-4861. $20 and up. Contact Roxy, phone 964-4861, email [email protected], or visit centeroftheheart.com/event/healing-arts-faire-fall-2016-2039


10/1CARE4PawsWags n’ Whiskers Festival11am-4 PM. West Campus at Santa Barbara City CollegeCARE4Paws’ fun-fi lled Wags n’ Whiskers Festival is the largest animal event on the Central Coast. The eighth annual festival takes place at a brand-new location and presents more than 100 adoptable pets from area shelters and rescues, great pet service providers, and fun, new “Dogto-ber” activities for the whole family. Proj-ect PetSafe provides low-cost vaccines and licensing 9 AM-1pm. Free. Contact CARE4Paws, phone 968-2273, email [email protected], or visit care4paws.org

10/5Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation 3rd Annual Gold Ribbon Luncheon 11:00 AM-2:00 PM. Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara, 1260 Channel Dr.Held within the La Pacifi ca Ballroom and Terrace, the Gold Ribbon Luncheon concludes the 4th Annual Gold Ribbon Campaign held in recognition of Inter-national Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in September. This event is an outdoor/indoor luncheon with a live and silent auction. The campaign seeks to generate awareness about pediatric cancer and how it affects families, bring attention to the critical role TBCF plays in supporting tri-county families that have a child experiencing cancer, and raise $300,000 to support TBCF’s emotional and fi nancial support programs.$150. Contact Shelby Thomas , phone 617-0845, email [email protected], or visit teddybearcan-cerfoundation.org

10/7Southern California Artists Painting for the EnvironmentPlaces of the Heart in the Santa Barbara RegionAll Day Wildling Museum, 1511-B Mission Dr., SolvangThis exhibit and art sale benefi ts the Wildling Museum. There will be an Art-ists’ Reception Friday, October 7 (Private event, Vintners Association Reception Saturday). Childrens’ art and nature activ-ity occur daily; artist demos and paint-outs are open to all. Starting soon: Tell SCAPE about your special spots, places you love, and where you’d like us to paint in the tri-county area: Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo counties.Free. Contact Meg Ricks, phone 729-4620, email [email protected], or visit s-c-a-p-e.org

10/7Wildling Museum of Art and NaturePlaces of the Heart Art Show & SaleTBD Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., SolvangCome to the Wildling Museum of Art and Nature’s special fall art show and sale in partnership with the talented SCAPE artists. The show theme will be Places of the Heart in the Santa Barbara Region. Guided by input by the community, the artists will be painting at everyone’s favorite natural areas throughout the tri-county area and displaying the results, October 7-10. A special preview reception will be the evening of Friday, October 7.TBD. Contact Laura Carloni, phone 686-8315, email [email protected], or visit wildlingmuseum.org

10/8Heal the OceanHeal the Ocean’s Annual Celebra-tion6 PM. TBDCome join Heal the Ocean at the funnest party of the year! Sponsorships available!$350. Contact Corey Radis, phone 965-7570, email [email protected], or visit healtheocean.org

10/8The Cecilia FundAffaire of the Heart4-6 PM. The Music Academy of the West, 1070 Fairway Rd.Enjoy the 3rd Annual Affaire of the Heart cocktail party. Contact Susan Johnson, email [email protected], or visit ceciliafund.org

10/8JDRFOne WalkCheck-In: 9am; Program: 10am; Walk 10:20 AM. Leadbetter BeachJoin a caring community of businesses, individuals, and families at this interac-tive fundraising 5K walk down Cabrillo Blvd. Funds raised go to juvenile diabetes research and provide for an area support system of education and sharing. You’ll enjoy music, a light lunch, and the knowl-edge that you have made a difference in the lives of our young heroes who want to turn type 1 into type none. Free. Contact Genny Bolton, phone 448-6924, email [email protected], or visit walk.jdrf.org/santabarbara

10/8Foodbank of Santa Barbara CountyTable of Life4-7 PM. Jim and Stephanie Sokolove’s Monte-cito estateFoodbank of Santa Barbara County is bringing together the local food indus-try, chefs, restaurateurs, winemakers, and foodies to celebrate Santa Barbara County’s fi nest, and provide nutritional meals to children. The Table of Life Gala

will support the nutritional health of our community through building and inspir-ing our next generation of culinary talent through the Foodbank’s Feed the Future programs.$250. Contact Jane Lindsey, phone 967-5741 x101, email [email protected], or visit foodbanksbc.org

10/8Fund for Santa Barbara23rd Annual “Bread & Roses” Community Celebration3:00-7:00 PM. QAD Headquarters, 100 Innova-tion Pl.Bread & Roses is the Fund for Santa Barbara’s largest annual fundraiser and community celebration. With nearly 800 attendees, it is one of the largest events of its kind on the Central Coast. It is a time for community activists, donors, volunteers, elected leaders, and sup-porters of progressive social change to gather, celebrate our work together, and raise money for the Fund’s grant-making and technical assistance programs. This year’s event will once again feature a gourmet buffet-style dinner from our region’s fi nest restaurants, wines from local vintners, and both a live and silent auction.$75. Contact Stanley Tzankov, phone 962-9164, email [email protected], or visit fundforsantabarbara.org/bread_roses.php

10/9Kiwanis Club of Carpinteria Valley39th Annual Carpinteria Kiwanis Big Avocado 5K Run7 AM-10 AM. Carpinteria Bluffs, Bailard Ave. CarpinteriaThis cross-country-style race runs along the Carpinteria Bluffs. Register at active.com. Email [email protected] or see carpkiwanis.org for more info.$25. Contact Rosana Swing, phone 680-2670, email [email protected], or visit carpkiwanis.org

10/9Cancer Center of Santa Barbara with Sansum ClinicCancer Center of Santa Barbara Walk/Run8 AM. Montecito Union School, 385 San Ysidro Rd.The Cancer Center of Santa Barbara with Sansum Clinic and the Four Seasons Resort Santa Barbara will host the 24th Annual Cancer Center Walk/Run. 100 percent of registration fees and pledges benefi t the Cancer Center’s research and supportive care programs.The family-friendly event begins and ends at Monte-cito Union School and includes a 10K Run at 8 a.m., a 5K Walk/Run at 8:30 a.m., and a Kids’ Fun Run at 10 am. Contact Stephanie Carlyle, phone 898-2116, email [email protected], or visit ccsb.org/cancer-center-walk-run

10/12Solvang TheaterfestAn Evening with Clint Black7:30pm; gates open at 6:30 PM. Solvang Festi-val Theatre, 420 Second St., Solvang This fundraiser concert for nonprofi t Solvang Theaterfest features Clint Black at Solvang Festival Theater. Enjoy music under the stars! Tickets go on sale July 1.$60 reserved, $125 VIP. Contact Pam Pilcher, phone 686-1789, email [email protected], or visit solvangfestival-theater.org

10/13Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian CenterThe Pegasus Luncheon11:30 AM-1 PM. Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara, 1260 Channel Dr.This inspiring event helps Hearts provide lessons, scholarships, and comprehen-sive care for our horses in the coming year. With a special presentation high-lighting our riders, programs, and horses; a delicious lunch; and great company, you’re in for a pleasant midday treat. Contact Alexis Weaver, phone 964-1519, email [email protected], or visit heartsriding.org

10/14Environmental Defense CenterFinal TGIF: Fall Feast (Thank Good-ness It’s Friday Mixer)5:30-8:30 PM. EDC Courtyard, 906 Garden St.The Fall Feast is our TGIF season fi nale celebrating the bounty of food grown right here in Santa Barbara County! Join EDC for one of the most pleasant happy hours in town with local wines, craft beers, a complete catered dinner made from fresh, local foods, a raffl e, and live music from some of Santa Barbara’s fi nest! Hosted by EDC, this is the perfect opportunity to hear from representatives of EDC and other non-profi t organizations in the tri-county region about our work in protecting the local environment. $20; includes a full-catered dinner with fresh local foods, two drinks, and live music. Contact Chloe McConnell, phone 963-1622, email [email protected], or visit environmentaldefensecenter.org

10/14Santa Barbara Courthouse Legacy Foundation3rd Annual Miniature Golf Tourna-ment on Courthouse Grounds3 PM. Santa Barbara County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St.Enter this miniature golf tournament on Courthouse Grounds. An after party, entertainment, prizes, great food, and fun are included. A discount is available to members — join today!$125. Contact Linda Rosso, phone 770-7222, email [email protected], or visit sbclf.org


10/14-10/16CALM (Child Abuse Listening Media-tion)Antiques, Decorative Arts & Vin-tage Show and SaleFri.-Sat.:11am-6pm; Sun.: 11 AM-5 PM. Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle RealMore than 80 antique, vintage, and deco-rative-arts dealers will be under one roof to showcase their treasures, a unique selection of rustic, vintage, mid-century, and mid-18th-century antiques. Furniture, porcelain, glassware, silver, paintings and prints, fi ne and costume jewelry, folk art, garden/patio items, rugs, and more are some of the treasures for sale. This sale is for the observer and the collector of fi ne arts; the showgrounds will come alive with cherished treasures of the past. Proceeds benefi t the prevention and treatment of child abuse in Santa Barbara County through the organization of CALM. Parking is free.$6, $5 seniors, free for kids. Contact April Thede, phone 898-9715, email [email protected], or visit calm4kids.org/events

10/15Santa Barbara Courthouse Legacy Foundation3rd Annual Miniature Golf Open to the Public10 AM. Santa Barbara County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St.All children play for free. A fact-fi nding scavenger hunt will be included along the way. Bring friends and family.Free to children, $5 per adult. Contact Linda Rosso, phone 770-7222, email [email protected], or visit sbclf.org

10/15American Cancer SocietyMaking Strides Against Breast Cancer of Santa Barbara8 AM. Goleta Beach Park, 5986 Sandspit Rd., GoletaMaking Strides is a noncompetitive 5K fundraising walk to raise awareness and educate the public on the importance of education and early detection in the fi ght against breast cancer. This is a free event with no registration fee and no minimum-fundraising commitment. All are welcome to this family-friendly event!Free. Contact Monica Murrietta, phone 963-1577, email [email protected], or visit Making-StridesWalk.org/SantaBarbara

10/15United Way of Santa Barbara County20th Annual Red Feather Ball6 PM. Coral Casino, Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore, 1260 Channel Dr.This event is in honor of Paul Didier’s up-coming retirement, and it benefi ts United Way of Santa Barbara County’s Fun in the Sun and United for Literacy programs. Contact Cori Gacad, phone 965-8591, email [email protected], or visit unitedwaysb.org/rfb

10/15Santa Barbara Rugby Association Santa Barbara Beer Festival – Pints for the ParkNoon-4 PM. Elings Park, 1298 Las Positas Rd.Your ticket gets you a tasting glass and the opportunity to cruise the grounds of beautiful Elings Park for an afternoon, sampling the best brewers in the west. Plus, your ticket purchase helps support two Santa Barbara nonprofi ts, so you can feel good about it to boot.TBA. Contact Bonnie Keinath, phone 450-1728, email [email protected], or visit sbbeerfestival.com

10/16Legal Aid FoundationChowder FestTBD-Afternoon Fess Parker’s Doubletree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.The annual event features a chowder competition of area restaurants, wine and brewery tastings, live music, and other area foods. The proceeds benefi t the Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County.$75. Contact Molora Vadnais, phone 963-6754, email [email protected], or visit lafsbc.org

10/16Santa Barbara Audubon SocietyEyes in the Sky Raptor Aviary Open House and Fundraiser10 AM-4 PM. S.B. Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del SolPrograms with Eyes in the Sky’s seven raptors will happen throughout the event, both by stage presentations and in up-close encounters with our bird handlers. Money raised from donations for mer-chandise, the instant raffl e, and the silent auction will benefi t the raptors and chil-dren’s educational programs. Children’s bird-themed games and hands-on crafts (with prizes!) and informative educational exhibits will make this a fun and worth-while outing for the whole family.Free. Contact Gabriele Drozdowski, phone 259-1446, email [email protected], or visit santabarbaraaudubon.org/category/activities/other-events/ OR eyesinthesky.org

10/16Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Bar-bara CountyChowderfest1 PM. Fess Parker Doubletree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.A charity chowder cook-off benefi t event in its 7th year has become the “must at-tend” event for the area’s best chefs and restaurateurs. Numerous local wineries and breweries will be present, as well. $75. Contact Molora Vadnais, phone 963-6754, email [email protected], or visit santabarbarachowderfest.com

10/21Junior League of Santa BarbaraJunior League Rummage Pre-Sale Event6-9 PM. Earl Warren Exhibit Hall, 3400 Calle RealThe Junior League of Santa Barbara will be hosting its 80th annual Monster Rum-mage Pre-Sale event on Friday, October 21, at 6 p.m.-9 p.m. at the Earl Warren Ex-hibit Hall. This is a wonderful opportunity get fi rst dibs on gently used items before the doors open on Saturday, Oct 22, at 8 a.m. There will be toys, clothes, antiques, kitchenwares, home goods, furniture, and much more! Tickets will be available for purchase at the door. Contact Kate Perlis, phone 963-2704, email [email protected], or visit jlsantabarbara.org

10/22Special Olympics Santa Barbara RegionFired Up for Special Olympics!5 PM. Casa de la Guerra, 15 E. De La Guerra St.This is the 2nd Annual Fired Up for Special Olympics Dinner hosted by Santa Barbara County and City of Santa Barbara Firefi ghters. Firefi ghters in conjunction with SEIU Local 620 will host a delicious Tri-tip BBQ dinner and dancing to benefi t Special Olympic Athletes.$100. Contact Gina Carbajal, phone 884-1516 x103, email [email protected], or visit sosc.org/santabarbara

10/22Junior League of Santa BarbaraJunior League Rummage Sale8 AM. Earl Warren Exhibit Hall, 3400 Calle RealThe Junior League of Santa Barbara will be hosting its 80th annual Monster Rummage Sale on Saturday, October 22, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Earl Warren Exhibit Hall. Come one, come all to fi nd gently used treasures, including clothes, toys, home goods, kitchenwares, furniture, and much more! Admission is free.Free. Contact Kate Perlis, phone 963-2704, email [email protected], or visit jlsantabarbara.org

10/23Center of the HeartSoul Sunday10:30 AM. Center of the Heart, 487 N. Turnpike Rd.Enjoy R&B favorites from Gino Walker, the voice and the spirit that will inspire your soul and empower your mind, and you will let loose joy from your heart. This soulful chanteuse and inspirational speaker headlines our annual Soul Sunday backed by George Friedenthal and Eje Lynn-Jacobs. Music and good food will be available to purchase afterward. Free, All Donations accepted. Contact Roxy, phone 964-4861, email [email protected], or visit centeroft-heheart.com/event/soul-sunday-w-gino-walker-10-23-16-2046

10/26Foodbank of Santa Barbara CountySanta Maria Empty Bowls11:30 AM-1:30 PM. Santa Maria Fairpark, 937 S Thornburg St, Santa MariaFill one bowl. Help end hunger. That’s what Empty Bowls is all about! This is a unique event where, for a donation of $25, attendees select a beautiful hand-crafted ceramic bowl, enjoy a meal of gourmet soup and bread, and take home the bowl as a reminder of the event’s purpose: to help feed hungry people wholesome and hearty food in our community. $25. Contact Judi Monte, phone 937-3422 x106, email [email protected], or visit foodbanksbc.org/events/

10/27Girls Inc. of Greater Santa BarbaraCelebration Luncheon11 AM-1:30 PM. Bacara Resort & Spa, 8301 Hollister Ave., GoletaThe Celebration Luncheon supports the mission of Girls Inc. of Greater Santa Barbara, inspiring all girls to grow strong, smart, and bold.TBD. Contact Mel Dase, phone 963-4757, email [email protected], or visit girlsincsb.org


10/31Milpas Community AssociationTrick or Treat on Milpas Street2-5 PM. Milpas between Canon Perdido and the freewayThe Trick or Treat on Milpas St is in its sixth year as a fun merchant trick-or-teat for kids. We welcome children in costume to trick or treat at all participating mer-chant locations marked with a big orange trick-or-treat poster. Free. Contact Sharon Byrne, phone 636-0475, email [email protected], or visit mcasb.org


N O V E M B E RTBDSt. Vincent’sAnnual Fashion Show and Lun-cheon10 AM. Bishop Diego High School, 4000 La Colina Rd.St. Vincent’s Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon is a wonderful opportunity to visit with friends, see the latest fashions, bid on silent auction items, and win raffl e and door prizes all while supporting St. Vincent’s Children & Family Service Programs.$50. Contact Susan Murray, phone 683-6381, email [email protected], or visit stvincents-sb.org

TBDSouthern California Artists Painting for the EnvironmentAmazing Animals - Art Show and Sale Benefi ting the Wildlife Care NetworkAll Day Goleta Public Library, 500 N. Fairview Ave., GoletaA fun art show and event featuring Wildlife Care Network whose mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and return to the wild sick, injured, orphaned, or oil-impaired wild birds and small mammals native to Santa Barbara county and to educate the public about living in harmony with wildlife. Art-ists reception with music, light appetizers, awards and children’s activities is free to the public. Show Dates: November 1 - 29, Reception November 12, 2-5 pm. Free. Contact Dorene White, phone 886-7479, email [email protected], or visit s-c-a-p-e.org

TBDAlzheimer’s AssociationWalk to End Alzheimer’sTBD TBDJoin us for the 2016 Santa Barbara Walk to End Alzheimer’s! The Walk will feature a 3K-5K walk around a Santa Barbara landmark, free of charge to the public. Start a team today! Contact Trinity Schwartz, phone 892-4259, email [email protected], or visit alz.org/cacentral

11/4Child Evangelism Fellowship Santa BarbaraFall 2016 LuncheonNoon. University Club of Santa Barbara, 1332 Santa Barbara St.Join Child Evangelism Fellowship Santa Barbara (CEF) for a delicious lunch at the stunning University Club! Dr. Scott Lisea, Head of School at Providence Santa

Barbara, will speak. All proceeds benefi t CEF Santa Barbara, a nonprofi t organiza-tion that shares Jesus Christ’s love with local children through free Christian after-school clubs, summer camps, and outreach events.$50. Contact Kelly, Marketing Coordina-tor, phone 450-8193, email [email protected], or visit cefsan-tabarbara.org

11/5AHA! Attitude. Harmony. Achievement.Hike for AHA! 8 AM. Romero Canyon TrailheadRegistration will open at least a month in advance of the hike date. Hikers meet at a Montecito estate to register and pick up their hike T-shirts, water bottles, and morning refreshments. Hikers are then shuttled a short distance to the Romero Canyon trailhead to hike the scenic seven-mile trail. After hiking, participants and sponsors convene for a post hike cel-ebration at a nearby ocean-view estate for a delicious lunch, music, and friend-ship. Businesses, organizations, and schools are encouraged to form teams and hike together. $25 registration, minimum $500 fundrais-ing commitment. Contact Molly Green , phone 770-7200, email [email protected], or visit ahasb.org

11/6Human Rights WatchAnnual Voices for Justice Dinner5:30 PM. Fess Parker Doubletree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.The annual Voices for Justice dinner is Human Rights Watch’s signature event, which celebrates the extraordinary cour-age of individuals who put their lives on the line to protect the dignity and rights of others. Approximately 500 members of the Santa Barbara community attend this inspirational evening each year.Various levels of sponsorship. Contact Lis Leader, phone 452-0219, email [email protected], or visit hrw.org

11/9Hospice of Santa Barbara Art Reception, J. Schlesinger Exhi-bition Opening Reception5:30-7 PM. Leigh Block Gallery, Hospice of Santa Barbara, 2050 Alameda Padre Serra, Ste. 100Hospice of Santa Barbara will host a wine and hors d’oeuvres open house reception for the exhibit. A portion of the proceeds from art sales will benefi t Hospice of Santa Barbara, Inc., a volunteer hospice organization. Contact Hospice of Santa Barbara, phone 563-8820, email [email protected] , or visit hospiceofsantabarbara.org

11/12CALM (Child Abuse Listening Mediation)CALM at Heart6 PM. Rincon Beach Club, 3805 Santa Claus Ln., CarpinteriaJoin CALM for a delightful evening out under the stars. Enjoy signature cocktails, fantastic foods, and the opportunity to learn about the vital work CALM is doing to end child abuse in Santa Barbara County. $150. Contact Lori Goodman, phone 965-2376, email [email protected], or visit calm4kids.org

11/13Foodbank of Santa Barbara CountySanta Barbara Empty Bowls11 AM-2 PM. Ben Paige Youth Ctr., 4540 Hol-lister Ave.Fill one bowl. Help end hunger. That’s what Empty Bowls is all about! This is a unique event where, for a donation of $25, attendees select a beautiful hand-crafted ceramic bowl, enjoy a meal of gourmet soup and bread, and take home the bowl as a reminder of the event’s purpose: to help feed hungry people wholesome and hearty food in our community. $25. Contact Misha Karbelnig, phone 967-5741 x119, email [email protected], or visit emptybowlssan-tabarbara.com/

11/18-11/20Santa Barbara Botanic GardenHoliday Marketplace10 AM-4 PM. Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, 1212 Mission Canyon Rd.The Holiday Marketplace is one-stop shopping for even the most diffi cult-to-buy-for person on your holiday list. From fi ne art to folk art, there will be delight-ful stocking stuffers, herbal products, locally-produced olive oil and honey, scented soaps and candles and much more. This event would not be complete without the offerings of the ever-popular Garden Guild crafters and their uniquely whimsical pieces lovingly created using all-natural materials including their native bay leaf wreaths. Regular Admission, $10 for adults. Con-tact Brittney Burrows , phone 682-4726 x103, email [email protected], or visit

11/18Alzheimer’s AssociationAlzheimer’s Women’s Initiative Third Annual LuncheonTBD Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort, 633 E. Cabrillo Blvd.The Alzheimer’s Women’s Initiative will present its third annual Luncheon to

honor and award outstanding caregivers in the community. Contact Rachael Randall, phone 892-4259, email [email protected], or visit alz.org/cacentral

11/26Carpinteria Valley Historical Society36th Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Faire10 AM-3 PM. Carpinteria Valley Museum of History, 956 Maple Ave.This charming street fair features 85 artisans of handmade fi ne art, arts and crafts, and Christmas gifts and decor. It also includes food booths, live folk music, face painting, Santa Claus, and more!Buyers free; sellers $75-$100. Contact Da-vid Griggs, phone 684-3112, email [email protected], or visit carpinteria-historicalmuseum.org

D E C E M B E R12/1-12/4Santa Barbara Museum of Natural HistoryFolk & Tribal Arts Marketplace10 AM-5 PM. Santa Barbara Museum of Natu-ral History, 2559 Puesta del SolThe Folk & Tribal Art Marketplace, the largest folk art show in Southern Califor-nia, returns to Santa Barbara for its 31st year. Treasure seekers will be able to fi nd a fantastic selection of baskets, décor, ethnographic art, furniture, jewelry, pot-tery, rugs, sculptures, and more. Whether you are shopping for a gift or adding to your collection, you can shop around the world for truly unique and exotic treasures.Free. Contact Amy Carpenter, phone 682-4711 x123, email [email protected], or visit sbnature.org/about/497.html

12/2Santa Barbara Museum of Natural HistoryFolk & Tribal Arts Marketplace10 AM-5 PM. Santa Barbara Museum of Natu-ral History, 2559 Puesta del SolAttention collectors, treasure seekers, and holiday shoppers! The Folk & Tribal Art Marketplace, the largest folk art show in Southern California, returns to Santa Barbara for its 31st year. Treasure seek-ers will be able to fi nd a fantastic selec-tion of baskets, décor, ethnographic art, furniture, jewelry, pottery, rugs, sculpture, and more. Whether you are shopping for a gift or adding to your collection, you can shop around the world for the truly unique and exotic treasures.Free. Contact Amy, phone 682-4711, email [email protected], or visit sbnature.org

12/3Living Faith ChurchChristmas Art & Craft Fair11 AM-4 PM. Living Faith Church, 4595 Hollister Ave.


Support local artists and fi nd that perfect gift just in time for the holidays at this annual fundraiser to support women’s events! There will be a free raffl e with nice prizes plus lots of parking.Free. Contact Barbara Anderson, phone 453-7254, email [email protected], or visit livingfaithsb.org

12/3Hospice of Santa Barbara Light Up a Life 5:30 PM. Casa de la Guerra, 15 E. De la Guerra St.Celebrate the life and the joy of remem-brance of loved ones at Hospice of Santa Barbara’s 33rd annual holiday Light Up a Life ceremonies. Hundreds of lights and stars will illuminate memorial trees in honor of loved ones. Stars will also be available at each ceremony for those who wish to hang their own personalized tribute. All donations benefi t Hospice of Santa Barbara.Suggested donation for a star: $15. Contact Hospice of Santa Barbara, phone 563-8820 , email [email protected] , or visit hospiceofsb.org

12/4Breast Cancer Resource CenterHoliday Tea & Fashion ShowNoon-3 PM. Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara, 1260 Channel Dr.At this festive holiday-inspired fundraiser event, enjoy tea and light lunch along with delicious desserts as you watch BCRC clients model runway fashions. Festivities include a silent auction, a fabulous jewelry boutique, and a pick-and-choose raffl e. Funds benefi t BCRC educational programs and support services addressing the needs of women dealing with breast cancer. Sponsorship opportunities are available.$100. Contact BCRC, phone 569-9693, email [email protected], or visit bcrcsb.org

12/4Hospice of Santa Barbara Light Up a Life 5:30 PM. Camino Real Marketplace, 7004 Market Pl. Dr., GoletaCelebrate the life and the joy of remem-brance of loved ones at Hospice of Santa Barbara’s 33rd annual holiday Light Up a Life ceremonies. Hundreds of lights and stars will illuminate memorial trees in honor of loved ones. Stars will also be available at each ceremony for those who wish to hang their own personalized tribute. All donations benefi t Hospice of Santa Barbara.Suggested donation for a star: $15. Contact Hospice of Santa Barbara, phone 563-8820 , email [email protected] , or visit hospiceofsb.org

12/6Visiting Nurse & Hospice CareAngels Among Us in Buellton5:30-6:30pm TBA (in Buellton)Remember the love this holiday season and join Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care

for its annual Angels Among Us service for the Lompoc and Santa Ynez Valley communities. This is a time of refl ection and connection, music and refreshments, and a special program and candle-lighting ceremony. Dedicate an angel in honor of your loved one for the Gathering of Angels. Free. Contact Mary Henderson , phone 690-6224, email [email protected], or visit vnhcsb.org/angels

12/8Visiting Nurse & Hospice CareAngels Among Us in Santa Bar-bara5:30-6:30pm VNHC Community Rm., 602 E. Montecito St.Remember the love this holiday season and join Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care for its annual Angels Among Us service for the Santa Barbara community. This is a time of refl ection and connection, music and refreshments, and a special program and candle-lighting ceremony. Dedicate an angel in honor of your loved one for the Gathering of Angels. Free. Contact Mary Henderson , phone 690-6224, email [email protected], or visit vnhcsb.org/angels

12/10Hospice of Santa Barbara Light Up a Life 5:30 PM. CarpinteriaCelebrate the life and the joy of remem-brance of loved ones at Hospice of Santa Barbara’s 33rd annual holiday Light Up a Life ceremonies. Hundreds of lights and stars will illuminate memorial trees in honor of loved ones. Stars will also be available at each ceremony for those who wish to hang their own personalized tribute. All donations benefi t Hospice of Santa Barbara.Suggested donation for a star: $15. Contact Hospice of Santa Barbara, phone 563-8820 , email [email protected] , or visit hospiceofsb.org

12/10Milpas Community AssociationMilpas Holiday Parade5:30 PM. Milpas between Canon Perdido and Mason streetsThe Milpas Holiday Parade features youth organizations, dance teams, marching bands, classic cars, and more! Now in its 63rd year, the parade has always had a community focus and intensely local fl avor. Come out and see great live perfor-mances, music, dance, and an in-motion car show all in one parade!Free. Contact Sharon Byrne, phone 636-0475, email [email protected], or visit mcasb.org

12/11Hospice of Santa Barbara Light Up a Life 5:30 PM. Santa YnezCelebrate the life and the joy of remem-brance of loved ones at Hospice of Santa

Barbara’s 33rd annual holiday Light Up a Life ceremonies. Hundreds of lights and stars will illuminate memorial trees in honor of loved ones. Stars will also be available at each ceremony for those who wish to hang their own personalized tribute. All donations benefi t Hospice of Santa Barbara.Suggested donation for a star: $15. Contact Hospice of Santa Barbara, phone 563-8820 , email [email protected] , or visit hospiceofsb.org

12/17Jewish Federation of Greater Santa BarbaraVodka Latke, 7-11 PM. TBDJoin us for the 10th Annual Vodka Latke party! Gourmet nosh, an open bar, music and dancing, and a silent auction are included. This event is 21+, rain or shine. $25 in advance; $30 at the door. Con-tact Jilli Spear, phone 957-1115, email [email protected], or visit jewishsantabar-bara.org

12/18Center of the HeartHoliday Celebration Service10:30 AM. Center of the Heart, 487 N. TurnpikeCelebrate the season of love and light with Center of the Heart. Reverend Maryum Morse leads the congregation in ritual and shares stories about the season; plus, holiday music and carols

will be performed by George Friedenthal and Eje Lynn-Jacobs. Share in the magic of Winter Solstice in this Celebration Service designed to bring a smile and warmth in your heart! Free, All Donations accepted. Contact Roxy, phone 964-4861, email [email protected], or visit centeroft-heheart.com/event/holiday-celebration-service-12-18-16-2044

12/19Center of the HeartCandle Lighting Winter Solstice Ceremony7:30 PM. Center of the Heart, 487 N. Turnpike Rd.Bring your drums, shakers and rattles to honor the Divine Light. We will come to-gether to create a bridge of light, connect-ing and holding love, peace and harmony. Please join us as we kindle our inner fi res for the coming New Year & welcome the return of the light in our world! Free, All Donations accepted. Contact Roxy, phone 964-4861, email [email protected], or visit centerofthe-heart.com/event/candle-lighting-winter-solstice-ceremony-2045

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