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1st Thursday Art Walk: 'in/visible: 1 in 5 the Face of Dyslexia' photographic exhibit

A photographic exhibit featuring local individuals with dyslexia, presented in observance of Dyslexia Awareness Month. The exhibit celebrate...

1st Thursday Art Walk: Curator Bonnie Rubinstein presents Kaoru Mansour and Chenhung Chen

REH Contemporary presents curator Bonnie Rubinstein’s whimsical portraits by Kaoru Mansour, and 3D abstracts by Chenhung Chen. Also featurin...

1st Thursday Art Walk: New artist showcase

Welcoming new artists to the shop, including textile artist Prina Tailor, ceramicists Max Damon and Martha Day, and sculptural artist Desmen...

Planning Commission

Meeting of the Planning Commission.

1st Thursday Art Walk: Jess Conti Leather Goods grand reopening

Grand reopening of Jess Conti's working leather studio and retail showroom in the historic Presidio neighborhood. Enjoy a sip and a bite and...

SBIFF's SANTA BARBARA FILMMAKER SERIES

Free screenings of short films by Santa Barbara filmmakers at the new Film Center. Showtimes are at 5:30pm, 6:00pm, 6:30pm, and 7:00pm.

1st Thursday Art Walk: Hispanic Heritage Month celebration with Mezcal Martini

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with live music by the band Mezcal Martini, known for their danceable Salsa, Cumbia and Latin music. Guest...

1st Thursday Art Walk: Local artists showcase and Eileen Richardson pottery

Celebrating current work by local artists with music, drinks, and treats. Features a private collection of Eileen Richardson’s 1980’s art po...

1st Thursday Art Walk: Peter Horjus new studio and gallery viewing

Viewing of Peter Horjus's new studio and gallery space, featuring fresh art and a bright, charming, and rustic interior.

1st Thursday Art Walk: Bernard Trainor’s Absorb exhibition

The inaugural solo-artist show for Anacapa Architecture’s gallery, Front Space, featuring Bernard Trainor’s work. Join for a discussion with...

1st Thursday Art Walk: East Germany family history presentation

A visual and written account of a Santa Barbara family's time living in East Germany. Moderated by Beau Lawrence featuring reading and discu...

1st Thursday Art Walk: In Studio exhibition

An exhibition by Chicago-based artist Julie Anderson Mathias, featuring large-scale paintings. Join to meet the artist, enjoy live music and...

1st Thursday Art Walk: Art reception featuring Heather Ridenour

First art reception featuring artist Heather Ridenour from Home with Art. Heather’s work in acrylics focuses on large, loose landscapes.

1st Thursday Art Walk: Artist of the Month Elisabeth Lafoyle exhibition

Featuring the work of Elisabeth Lafoyle, Artist of the Month for the Santa Barbara Art Association. Other featured artists will be on hand t...

1st Thursday Art Walk: Gallery exhibition

Featuring figurative works, interiors, and cityscapes by nationally known local and Oak Group artists including Ray Hunter, Derek Harrison,...

1st Thursday Art Walk: Feltrinelli Mirrors exhibition

Showcasing Feltrinelli Mirrors, a series of painted girandole mirrors by LA-based artist Scott Waterman. Also on view is Follies, Waterman’s...

1st Thursday Art Walk: Open Studio

An open studio event at Colette Cosentino's atelier and gallery.

1st Thursday Art Walk: STUNNED BY THE MOMENT exhibition

Featuring 12 local and regional contemporary artists inspired by fleeting moments of beauty or wonder, with paintings, sculptures, and digit...

1st Thursday Art Walk: Mary-Austin Klein exhibition 'Lucidity'

Celebrates the opening of the third solo exhibition for LA artist Mary-Austin Klein, entitled Lucidity. Also on view are Patricia Chidlaw: B...

1st Thursday Art Walk: Celebration inspired by artist's German heritage

A special celebration inspired by the artist’s German heritage. Discover a new collection of petite original paintings alongside works from...

Music & Movement | Shoreline Park

A music and movement event for children at Shoreline Park, presented by the library.

LOTG | Shoreline Park

A library event held at Shoreline Park.

1st Thursday Art Walk: FALL IN SANTA BARBARA exhibition

Celebrating the season’s golden light through art, featuring sunlit hills, warm autumn hues, vibrant landscapes, and coastal beauty. Include...

1st Thursday Art Walk: SALT + LIGHT exhibition by Hilary Brock

Introducing SALT + LIGHT, new paintings by Santa Barbara native Hilary Brock. A contemporary oil painter known for serene, light-filled land...

Single Family Design Board - Consent

Consent agenda for the Single Family Design Board.

Volunteer Gardening

Volunteer gardening session at Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden.

Food Distribution

Food distribution event at the Franklin Neighborhood Center.

Natural History of Mezcal and Agave Spirits

Explore the natural history of mezcal with agave specialist Jorge Báez of Licores Perros at a spirited fundraiser for the Museum.

1st Thursday Art Walk: Friends of State Street screening 'A Santa Barbara Story'

An evening of art, story, and music showcasing local artists and businesses. Features a screening of 'A Santa Barbara Story,' a digital shor...

1st Thursday Art Walk: Goleta Valley Art Association exhibition reception

The Goleta Valley Art Association (GVAA) will be exhibiting their art, featuring over 200 members sharing artwork in a variety of media.

CANCELLED: Sustainability Committee

This event has been cancelled.

Street Tree Advisory Committee

A meeting of the Street Tree Advisory Committee.

Sustainability Committee

A meeting of the Sustainability Committee. This event has been cancelled.

Robert Plant with Saving Grace and Suzi Dian

Chess Club

Chess club meeting at the Louise Lowry Davis Center.

SBPL Works! Typing Course

A typing course offered by the Santa Barbara Public Library.

Learn to Play Mah Jongg for Beginners in Four Easy Lessons

Learn to play Mah Jongg in four easy lessons. This is a library event.