January 2005 |
Year Long
Mar 01-Dec 31 |
Fernald Mansion and Trussell-Winchester Adobe
The Fernald Mansion is an authentically furnished 1862 Queen Anne style Victorian Home, and the 1854 Trussell-Winchester Adobe was built from shipwreck parts and represents the transition from Spanish to American culture. Docent tours begin at 1:00 and 2:00 PM every Saturday. Interior photography permitted. Not wheelchair accessible. Site is a cell phone free zone.
Historic House Museums, 414 W. Montecito Street
805.966.1601 or http://www.santabarbaramuseum.com
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Meritage a Trois
The gallery presents the work of Central Coast painters Barbara Alloway, Donalee Nelson & Jill Targer with a wine and food reception on December 10th. 6pm-8:30pm, McKeon-Phillips Art Gallery & Winery, 2115 S. Blosser at Betteravia, Santa Maria. Tickets: $10 opening night. Information: 805.928.3025 or www.McKeonPhillipsWinery.com. |
| Jan 1 - Dec 31 |
Nature Center
Exhibits and hands-on displays for kids and adults feature local and cultural history, birds, animals, plants, and geology. Gift and book shop. Cachuma Lake Nature Center, Hwy 154, Santa Barbara. Tickets: Free with $6parking. Information: 805.693.0691 or www.cachuma.com |
| Jan 1 - Dec 31 |
Nature Walk
Cachuma Lake Park Naturalist leads walk through oak woodland and lake settings. Meet at the Cachuma Lake Nature Center. Saturdays, 10-11am. Cachuma Lake Recreation Area, Hwy 154, Santa Barbara. Tickets: Free with $6 parking. Information: 805.688.4515 or www.cachuma.com |
| Jan 1 - May 2 |
Ray Strong: Taking in the Landscape
Over 80 pieces of art will be featured in this celebration of the life and art of noted landscape artist Ray Strong. 10am-5pm, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del sol Road, Santa Barbara. Tickets: Free with Museum admission. Information: 805.682.4711 or www.sbnature.org. |
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Seasons of Life and Land
This exhibit features 30 photographs by award-winning photographer Subhankar Banerjee. The artist devoted two years documenting the pristine Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and, with his Inupiat guide, traveled 4,000 miles to capture, in breath-taking detail, the area known as "the American Serengeti." His intimate work brings to the museum the opporunity to partake of an ecosystem that has survived untouched for thousands of years. Open Wed.-Sun. 11am-5pm, Wildling Art Museum, 2329 Jonata Street, Los Olivos. Tickets: $2.00 suggested donation. Information: 805.688.1082 or www.wildlingmuseum.org. |
| Jan 29 - May 8 |
Through the Green Fuse: Photographs by Robert Buelteman
Through the Green Fuse is the inaugural presentation of the complete portfolio of Robert Buelteman's revealing and otherworldly floral images. The twenty-five, large-scale botanical portraits are the gift of Mr. and Mrs. William Davidow. Santa Barbara Museum of Art, 1130 State Street, Santa Barbara. Open Tuesday-Sunday 11am to 5pm. Closed Monday. Free every Sunday. Tickets: $6-$9. Information: 805.963.4364 or www.sbma.net. |
| Feb 2 - May 1 |
Garry Winograhnd: Women are Beautiful
One of the preeminent street photographers of his generation, this series is among his best work & portrays everyday women in and around New York City. 12pm-5pm, University Art Museum, UCSB Campus. Free. Information: 805.893.2951 or www.uam.ucsb.edu. |
| Feb 4 - May 1 |
Art Exhibit: Water’s Edge
Rare illustrations of birds in the SBMNH Maximus Gallery of antique natural history art. 10am-5pm, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del Sol Road, Santa Barbara. $4-$7. Information: 805.682.4711 or www.sbnature.org. |
| Mar 1 - Oct 31 |
Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruise
Naturalist-guided cruise on Cachuma Lake focuses on wildlife, flora, cultural history, and geology. Tickets: $6-$15. Cachuma Lake Recreation Area, Hwy 154, Santa Barbara. Information: 805.686.5050 or www.cachuma.com |
| Mar 1 - Oct 31 |
Junior Ranger Program
Kids learn about wildlife, caring for the environment, and earn a badge. Every Saturday, 1-2pm. Nature Center, Cachuma Lake Recreation Area, Hwy 154, Santa Barbara. Tickets: $2+ parking. Information: 805.688.4515 or www.cachuma.com |
| Mar 30 - May 15 |
Isabelle Green-Shaping Place in the Landscape
Drawings, photographs and unique dryscape installations showcases designs from her forty year career as a noted Santa Barbara landscape designer. 12pm-5pm, University Art Museum, UCSB Campus. Free. Information: 805.893.2951 or www.uam.ucsb.edu. |
| Apr 1 - Aug 15 |
Cowboy Artist: John Edward Borein 1875-1945
John Edwar Borein worked as cowboy, then came to Santa Barbara to paint the life he had lived. From his studio in El Paseo and his house on the Mesa, he brought the Old West to life in his etchings and oil paintings.
Santa Barbara Historical Museum, 136 East De la Guerra Street, Santa Barbara
10:00AM - 5:00PM Tues.-Sat., Noon-5 p.m Sunday
FREE
805.966.1601 or http://www.santabarbaramuseum.com
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| Apr 23 - Oct 29 |
El Capitan Canyon Concert Series
Join us every Saturday night under the stars at beautiful El Capitan Canyon for good music, good food and good fun! $10.00 per person entrance fee (free for overnight guests). Also available is our Famous BBQ for $15.00 per adult and $7.00 per child (12 and under).
El Capitan Canyon, 11560 Calle Real, Goleta
6:00PM - 9:00PM
$10.00 - $25.00
805.879.0714 or http://www.elcapitancanyon.com
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April 2005
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| Apr 14 - May 15 |
PCPA Theaterfest presents GUYS AND DOLLS
This quintessential Broadway musical comedy is set in a world inhabited by a colorful assortment of gamblers, nightclub performers and righteous do-gooders. Gambler Sky Masterson makes an improbable wager with Nathan Detroit. The bet is Sky must woo and win any "doll" Nathan chooses. So Detroit picks icy Salvation Army officer Sarah Brown. The classic score by Frank Loesser includes the pulsating "Luck Be a Lady," the silky "If I Were a Bell" and the joyous "Sit Down, You're Rocking the Boat!"
Marian Theatre, Allan Hancock College, 800 South College Drive, Santa Maria
8:00PM - 10:30PM Wed, Sat, Sun mats at 2pm
$18 - $26 Senior & Student Available
805.922.8313 or http://www.pcpa.org
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| Apr 16 - Oct 24 |
Sings Like Hell Series XVII
The greatest music you've never heard! Six fun and exiting nights full of talented artists for your listening pleasure.
Lobero Theatre, 33 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara
7:00PM - 11:00PM
$39.50 $150 for all six shows
805.963.0761 or http://www.lobero.com
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| Apr 19 |
Celebrating Schumann
Virtuosic violinist Kyoko Takezawa performs Schumann's Violin Concerto for a concert celebrating Schumann. Symphony No. 1 and Traumerei also featured. 8pm, Lobero Theatre, 33 East Canon Perdido Street. Tickets: $37.50-$42.50. Information: 805.963.0761 or www.sbco.org. |
Apr 20 - 24
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Santa Barbara Fair & Expo
The Santa Barbara Fair & Expo offers something for all ages, exhibits, crafts, livestock, great food, entertainment, & carnival rides.
Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real, Santa Barbara
4:00PM - 10:00PM
$3 - $6
805.687.0766 or http://www.sbfairandexpo.com
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| Apr 22 |
Eroica Trio (piano, violin and cello) in recital
The vibrant Eroica Trio returns, following their CAMA debut last season with the Prague Chamber Orchestra, with a program of trios by Maurice Ravel, Mark O'Connor and "Three Tangos" by Astor Piazzolla. 8pm-10pm, Lobero Theatre, 33 East Canon Perdido, Santa Barbara. Tickets: $25-$35. Information: 805.963.0761 or www.camasb.org. |
| Apr 22 - Apr 24 |
Santa Maria Valley Strawberry Festival
The Valley's most popular crop is the focal point of a weekend of music, food, carnival, and continuous entertainment. 10am-9pm, Santa Maria Fairpark, 937 S. Thornburg, Santa Maria. Tickets: $3-$5. Information: 805.925.8824 or www.santamariafairpark.com. |
| Apr 23 |
Focus on the FUNK ZONE Festival
The Funk Aone, East of State Street, between Highway 101 and the beach. Information: 805.966.5906 or www.thefunkzone.com. |
| Apr 23 |
South Coast Earth Day Festival
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| Apr 25 |
David Sedaris
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| Apr 26 |
Emio Greco/PC
"Double Points: One & Two." Presented by UCSB Arts & Lectures. UCSB Campbell Hall. Information: 805.893.3535 or www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu. |
| Apr 27 - May 14 |
Theatre: Real Women Have Curves
SBCC Theatre Group presents a comedy about beauty and immigration and a celebration of women living "la vida loca." Th-Sat. at 8pm, Sun. at 2pm. Jurkowitz Theatre, SBCC West Campus, 800 Block of Cliff Drive, Santa Barbara. Tickets: $17-$19. Information: 805.965.5935 or www.sbcc.edu. |
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May 2005 |
| Month Long |
Art at Saks Fifth Avenue
Saks Fifth Avenue. 1001 State Street. Information: 805.884.9997 or www.sbva.org. |
| Month Long |
Arts Primavera
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| May 1 to Aug 1 |
Coastal Gray Whale Watching
1/2 Day island excursions to visit the friendly humpback whales, known for their antics, and cruise along Santa Cruz Island. Cruise in luxury aboard the high speed CONDOR Express - just 45 minutes to the islands- full restaurant and bar on board. Expert naturalists on all trips. 9am-12pm, SEA Landing, Santa Barbara Harbor, 301 Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara. Tickets: $40-$75. Information: 805.882.0088 or www.condorcruises.com. |
| Ongoing - May 14 |
Theatre: Real Women Have Curves
SBCC Theatre Group presents a comedy about beauty and immigration and a celebration of women living "la vida loca." Th-Sat. at 8pm, Sun. at 2pm. Jurkowitz Theatre, SBCC West Campus, 800 Block of Cliff Drive, Santa Barbara. Tickets: $17-$19. Information: 805.965.5935 or www.sbcc.edu. |
| May 3 |
Taraf de Haidouks & Bireli Lagrene Gipsy Project
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| May 7-8 |
Music Performance: "Heroes and Ballerinas"
Performed by the Santa Barbara Symphony. Arlington theatre, 1317 State Street. Information: 805.898.9386 or www.thesymphony.org. |
| May 8-10 |
Spring Dance Concert 2005
Spring Dance Concert 2005, under the direction of Tonia Shimin, plays April 8 & 9 at 8pm and April 10 at 2pm in the Hatlen Theater, UCSB. Tickets: $13-$17. Information: 805.893.3022 or www.dramadance.ucsb.edu. |
| May 13 |
Axis Dance Company
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| May 15-21 |
Translations
Translations, by Irish playwright Brian Friel, also deals with the dynamics of cultures as they collide and merge. The play is set in Northern Ireland during the 19th century. British troops have set up camp to survey the countryside and standardize the complex Irish placenames in an effort to make a new English map. They are assisted in the task by Owen, the son of the local schoolmaster, Hugh, returning to the townland of Ballybeg after a six-year absence. Only as a youthful British lieutenant becomes further and further entranced with the local language and a very pretty Irish girl does Owen realize the ramifications of his work and how even small changes in his community have irrevocable consequences. May 13-15 & 17-21 at 8pm and May 15 & 21 at 2pm, HSSB Performing Arts Theatre, UCSB. Tickets: $13-$17 or www.dramadance.ucsb.edu.
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| May 17 |
Santa Barbara Chamber Orchestra Season Finale featuring French Masters
Features French composers. Pianist Wendy Chen performs Saint-Saens Piano Concerto. Ravel and Poulenc also featured. 8pm, Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara. Tickets: $37.50-$42.50. Information: 805.963.0761 or www.sbco.org. |
| May 20 - May 22 |
All American Motorcycle Madness
American Motorcycles come from all over to fill the Santa Maria Fairpark with iron, leather and music. 10am-5pm, Santa Maria Fairpark, 937 S. Thornburg, Santa Maria. Tickets: $7. Information: 805.686.2007 or www.horsepowerpromotions.com. |
| May 20-28 |
Melancholy Play
Theatre UCSB closes its 2004-2005 season with a production directed by its newest faculty member working with an emerging voice in the American theatre. Sarah Ruhl's Melancholy Play features a tailor, a hairdresser, a psychiatrist, and a nurse. Into this community (somewhere in Illinois) comes a new bank teller, Tilly. She is mysterious, sexy, and sad. Her sadness seems to be strangely, magnetically attractive. May 20-21 & 26-28 at 8:00 PM May 22 at 2:00 PM, Hatlen Theatre, UCSB. Tickets: $13-$17. Information: 805.893.3022 or www.dramadance.ucsb.edu. |
| May 26 |
Downtown Art & Wine Tour
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| May 26 |
Downtown Art & Wine Tour
The tour offers participants an opportunity for leisurely strolling between downtown art galleries to see the latest exhibits, taste dishes from downtown restaurants and sample wines from leading Santa Barbara County vintners. Participants receive a logo wine glass for their tasting at the downtown galleries and final party. 5:30pm-9pm, Downtown area. Information: 805.962.2098 or www.santabarbaradowntown.com. |
| May 28-30 |
I Madonnari Italian Street Painting Festival
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June 2005 |
| Jun 2 - Jun 5 |
Santa Maria Elks Rodeo and Parade
During this exciting rodeo weekend you will see a variety of PRCA and WPRA events as well as the Elks Rodeo Parade held on June 4th in Santa Maria. 2pm-7pm, Unocal Event Center, 4040 Highway 101, Santa Maria. Information: 805.922.6006.
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| Jun 25 |
Solstice Parade & Festival in Alameda Park
Colorful & Creative Parade on State Street with a free Festival in Alameda Park featuring 8 bands, arts & crafts, delicious foods, beer & wine garden. 12pm-8pm, Alameda Park, State Street & Cota Street to Micheltorena Street. Tickets: Free. Information: 805.965.3396 or www.solsticeparade.com. |
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July 2005 |
| Jul 13 - Jul 17 |
Santa Barbara County Fair
The Santa Barbara County Fair includes great food, carnival rides, commercial and competitive exhibits, a petting zoo, concerts and more! 10am-10pm, Santa Maria Fairpark, 937 S. Thornburg, Santa Maria. Tickets: $3-$6. Information: 805.925.8824 or www.santamariafairpark.com. |
| Jul 23 |
62nd Fiesta Party
Spirits of Fiesta Performance, Dancing, Buffet, Cocktails, Silent Auction. Costumes encouraged. 6pm-10pm, Santa Barbara Historical Society Museum, 136 East De la Guerra Street. Information: 805.966.1601 or www.santabarbarabmuseum.org. |
| Jul 23 |
Santa Barbara Beer Festival & Motor Classic
2nd Annual event. View beautiful cars and motorcycles while sipping your favorite brew. Benefit for Elings Park Foundation. Brewers will be serving. 12pm-4pm, Elings Park, Las Positas Road and Jerry Harwin Parkway. Tickets: $20. Information: 805.569.5611 or www.elingspark.org. |
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August 2005 |
| Aug 26 - Aug 28 |
Annual Classic Aircraft Fly-In
Airplane enthusiasts won't want to miss viewing over 50 aircrafts on display and in action at the Santa Maria Public Airport. 10am-5pm, Santa Maria Public Airport, 3455 Skyway Drive, Santa Maria. Tickets: $3-$6. Information: 805.922.8758 or www.smmof.org. |
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October 2005 |
| Oct 1 |
Autumn Arts Grapes and Grains Festival
Celebrate the local harvest and arts in Santa Maria with wine and beer tasting, food, arts and crafts, chalk art expose, kids activities and music. 10am-4pm, Abel Maldonado Community Youth Center, 516 S. McClelland, Santa Maria. Information: 805.925.2403 or www.santamaria.com. |
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November 2005 |
| Nov 5 |
12th Annual Art Auction
Donated & consigned works by historic & contemporary artists. Quick Draw Artists, Silent Auction, Live Auction. 1pm-9pm, Santa Barbara Historical Society Museum, 136 East De la Guerra Street. Information: 805.966.1601 or www.santabarbaramuseum.org. |
| Nov 5 - Nov 6 |
Carver's Artisty in Wood
Wood carvers from all over the state compete for prizes and sell their wares. Demonstrations and delicious food are apart of the fun. 9am-4pm, Veterans Memorial Cultural Center, 313 W. Tunnell Road. Information: 805.928.7803.
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| Nov 6 |
8th Annual Empty Bowls Lunch
Enjoy delicious gourmet soup, and take home an original hand made ceramic bowl. Great Silent Auction with works by world class potters. Special Raffle with deluxe getaways. Suitable for the whole family. Buy an extra bowl in the Market-Place at the event. All proceeds benefit Foodbank of Santa Barbara County. Located in the beautiful Santa Barbara "Rockwood" Women's Club, you will enjoy a great meal in a wonderful setting! This event SELLS OUT..call in Sept. to reserve your tickets. 11am-3pm, Rockwood Women's Club, 670 Mission Canyon Road. Tickets: $25. Information: 805.967.5741 or www.foodbanksbc.org. |
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December 2005 |
| Dec 3 |
Santa Maria Christmas Parade of Lights
The Parade of Lights will continue its Christmas tradition with bands, floats, children, and Santa Claus. The rain date is Dec. 10th. 5:30pm, Broadway and Stowell, Santa Maria. Free. Information: 805.937.8521 or www.santamaria.com. |
| Dec 4 |
62nd Holiday Party
Entertainment, wine, Wassail, Holiday Buffet, Father Christmas. 6:30pm-9pm, Santa Barbara Historical Society Museum, 136 East De la Guerra Street. Information: 805.966.1601 or www.santabarbaramuseum.org. |
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