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Thursday, July 2
Craig Newton
Special one-man guitar, harmonica, fiddle, tambourine, banjo, flute, mandoline and saxophone performance.
2:30 p.m., Goleta Public Library
Soul City Survivors
Part of the Concerts in the Park outdoor summer music series.
6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Chase Palm Park (Free)
Rent
A rock opera about a group of young New York City artists confronting poverty, addiction, the AIDS epidemic, love, and diversity.
7 p.m., Santa Barbara High School, 700 E. Anapamu St. ($15 - $25)
Steppenwolf
One of rock's most enduring and respected bands.
8 p.m., Chumash Casino & Resort ($25 - $65)
Friday, July 3
Canna+
Opening reception for new exhibit by Roe Anne White.
5 p.m., Porch, 5056 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria
Rent
A rock opera about a group of young New York City artists confronting poverty, addiction, the AIDS epidemic, love, and diversity.
7 p.m., Santa Barbara High School, 700 E. Anapamu St. ($15 - $25)
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
The story of a slave who wins his freedom by helping his young master win the heart of the virgin girl living next door in a bordello.
8 p.m., Ojai Ctr. for the Arts ($22 - $25)
Saturday, July 4
35th Annual Old Fashioned Fourth of July
Entertainment, barbecue, live music, and activities for kids.
11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Rancho La Patera and Stow House, La Patera Ln., Goleta (Free - $6)
Corot in California
Opening day for exhibit featuring works by master landscape painter.
11 a.m., S.B. Museum of Art ($6 - $9)
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
The story of a slave who wins his freedom by helping his young master win the heart of the virgin girl living next door in a bordello.
2 p.m., Ojai Ctr. for the Arts ($22 - $25)
Saturday Drum and Dance Circle
Free-form dance, stretch, hula hoop, and music making.
4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Call for location near Chase Palm Park. (Free)
Sunday, July 5
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
The story of a slave who wins his freedom by helping his young master win the heart of the virgin girl living next door in a bordello.
2 p.m., Ojai Ctr. for the Arts ($22 - $25)
Rent
A rock opera about a group of young New York City artists confronting poverty, addiction, the AIDS epidemic, love, and diversity.
2 p.m., Santa Barbara High School, 700 E. Anapamu St. ($15 - $25)
Monday, July 6
Sunshine
Sci Fi Movie Night screening as part of Jensen's summer movie night series.
7:30 p.m., Jensen Guitar & Music Co. Mainstage Venue ($3)
Tuesday, July 7
Tuesdays at 8
The Music Academy of the West presents a performance by faculty artists and special guests.
8 p.m., Lobero Theatre
Wednesday, July 8
The Red Balloon and White Mane
Two newly-restored shorts by legendary French filmmaker Albert Lamorisse.
7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., UCSB Campbell Hall ($5 - $6)
Horton Hears a Who
Screening of a great kids' film as part of the S.B. Zoo's Zoovies summer movie night series.
8:15 p.m., S.B. Zoo ($4 - $6)
Thursday, July 9
Kiss Kiss Bang Bang
A 2005 crime/comedy film, which engages many conventions of the classic film noir genre in a tongue-in-cheek fashion.
10 p.m., Isla Vista Theater ($4)
Friday, July 10
Spring into Summer
Opening recetion for S.B.-native plein air artist Jeremy Harper.
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Tennis Club of S.B., 2375 Foothill Rd.
Kiss Kiss Bang Bang
A 2005 crime/comedy film, which engages many conventions of the classic film noir genre in a tongue-in-cheek fashion.
7 p.m., Isla Vista Theater ($4)
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
The story of a slave who wins his freedom by helping his young master win the heart of the virgin girl living next door in a bordello.
8 p.m., Ojai Ctr. for the Arts ($22 - $25)
Kiss Kiss Bang Bang
A 2005 crime/comedy film, which engages many conventions of the classic film noir genre in a tongue-in-cheek fashion.
10 p.m., Isla Vista Theater ($4)
Saturday, July 11
22nd Annual S.B. French Festival
Two-day celebration of everything French. With food, entertainment, live music, dancing, and more.
11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Oak Park (Free)
Coal Oil Point Reserve Tour
2 p.m. to 4:15 p.m., Coal Oil Point Reserve, UCSB West Campus. Call for detailed directions. ($5)
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
The story of a slave who wins his freedom by helping his young master win the heart of the virgin girl living next door in a bordello.
8 p.m., Ojai Ctr. for the Arts ($22 - $25)
An Intimate Evening with Alejandra Escovedo and Chuck Prophet
A showcase of the collaborative efforts of two great songwriters. With special guest David Pulkingham.
8 p.m., Lobero Theatre ($43)
Saturday Drum and Dance Circle
Free-form dance, stretch, hula hoop, and music making.
4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Call for location near Chase Palm Park. (Free)
Sunday, July 12
22nd Annual S.B. French Festival
Two-day celebration of everything French. With food, entertainment, live music, dancing, and more.
11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Oak Park (Free)
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
The story of a slave who wins his freedom by helping his young master win the heart of the virgin girl living next door in a bordello.
2 p.m., Ojai Ctr. for the Arts ($22 - $25)
Every Little Step
documentary was initially conceived by famed choreographer/director Michael Bennett based upon his candid interviews with auditioning dancers.
4:30 p.m., Ojai Theater ($10)
Snoop Dogg and Slightly Stoopid: Blazed and Confused Tour
With special guest Stephen Marley
5 p.m., S.B. Bowl ($53 - $58)
Lily Wilson, Kiki Ebsen, Stephanie Croff, Bear Erickson, and Andrew Jackson
Live music.
7:30 p.m., SOhO ($10)
Monday, July 13
Imitation of Life
Classic Hollywood Night screening as part of Jensen's summer movie series.
7:30 p.m., Jensen Guitar & Music Co. Mainstage Venue ($3)
Kiss Kiss Bang Bang
A 2005 crime/comedy film, which engages many conventions of the classic film noir genre in a tongue-in-cheek fashion.
10 p.m., Isla Vista Theater ($4)
Tuesday, July 14
The Indigo Girls
With special guest Justin Vernon of Bon Iver.
7:30 p.m., Granada Theatre ($35 - $47)
Wednesday, July 15
Fados
A musical trilogy by award-winning filmmaker Carlos Saura.
7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., UCSB Campbell Hall ($5 - $6)
The Naybrhood
Performance by up-and-coming local band and other special guests.
8 p.m., SOhO ($6 - $10)
Space Chimps
Outdoor screening of a great kids' film underneath the stars. Part of the S.B. Zoo's Zoovies summer movie series.
8:15 p.m., S.B. Zoo ($4 - $6)
Thursday, July 16
Friday, July 17
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
The story of a slave who wins his freedom by helping his young master win the heart of the virgin girl living next door in a bordello.
8 p.m., Ojai Ctr. for the Arts ($22 - $25)
Saturday, July 18
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
The story of a slave who wins his freedom by helping his young master win the heart of the virgin girl living next door in a bordello.
8 p.m., Ojai Ctr. for the Arts ($22 - $25)
Saturday Drum and Dance Circle
Free-form dance, stretch, hula hoop, and music making.
4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Call for location near Chase Palm Park. (Free)
Sunday, July 19
Doggie Bagel Brunch
A play date party for canines and their owners.
10 a.m. to 1 p.m., S.B. Botanic Garden ($10 - $25)
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
The story of a slave who wins his freedom by helping his young master win the heart of the virgin girl living next door in a bordello.
2 p.m., Ojai Ctr. for the Arts ($22 - $25)
Monday, July 20
Favorite Poem Reading
Bring your favorite poem to read, or just listen and enjoy.
5:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Blue Agave (Free)
Tuesday, July 21
Wednesday, July 22
The Princess Bride
Outdoor screening of a classic kid-friendly film. Part of the S.B. Zoo's Zoovies summer movie night series.
8:15 p.m., S.B. Zoo ($4 - $6)
Thursday, July 23
Friday, July 24
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
The story of a slave who wins his freedom by helping his young master win the heart of the virgin girl living next door in a bordello.
8 p.m., Ojai Ctr. for the Arts ($22 - $25)
Saturday, July 25
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
The story of a slave who wins his freedom by helping his young master win the heart of the virgin girl living next door in a bordello.
8 p.m., Ojai Ctr. for the Arts ($22 - $25)
Saturday Drum and Dance Circle
Free-form dance, stretch, hula hoop, and music making.
4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Call for location near Chase Palm Park. (Free)
Sunday, July 26
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
The story of a slave who wins his freedom by helping his young master win the heart of the virgin girl living next door in a bordello.
2 p.m., Ojai Ctr. for the Arts ($22 - $25)
Monday, July 27
Big Man Japan
An outrageous portrait of a pathetic but truly unique hero.
10 p.m., Isla Vista Theater ($4)
Tuesday, July 28
Wednesday, July 29
The Endless Summer
Outdoor screening of a classic surf film underneath the stars. Part of the S.B. Zoo's Zoovies family-friendly summer movie series.
8:15 p.m., S.B. Zoo ($4 - $6)
Friday, July 31
Saturday, August 1
Coal Oil Point Reserve Tour
2 p.m. to 4:15 p.m., Coal Oil Point Reserve, UCSB West Campus. Call for detailed directions. ($5)
Saturday Drum and Dance Circle
Free-form dance, stretch, hula hoop, and music making.
4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Call for location near Chase Palm Park. (Free)
Monday, August 3
Wednesday, August 5
Thursday, August 6
Saturday, August 8
Ecstatic Chanting with Govindas and Radha
Two California-based bhakti yogis and kirtan singers.
8 p.m., Yoga Soup ($15 - $20)
Saturday, August 15
Landsharks 'n Lions II
A tropical rock music festival.
Noon to 9 p.m., Carpinteria Lions Park ($40)
Sunday, August 16
Jackson Browne
Performing in S.B. on his Time the Conqueror world tour.
7 p.m., S.B. Bowl ($34 - $62)
Monday, August 17
Favorite Poem Reading
Bring your favorite poem to read, or just listen and enjoy.
5:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Blue Agave (Free)
Thursday, August 20
Sunday, August 23
Saturday, August 29
Gala in the Grecian Gardens
Benefit for the American Red Cross, S.B. County Chapter.
6 p.m. to 10 p.m., 1205 San Antonio Creek Rd. ($50 - $75)
Tuesday, September 1
Thursday, September 3
Sunday, September 6
Coal Oil Point Reserve Tour
2 p.m. to 4:15 p.m., Coal Oil Point Reserve, UCSB West Campus. Call for detailed directions. ($5)
Thursday, September 10
Sunday, September 13
Tuesday, September 22
Thursday, September 24
Creedence Clearwater Revisited
Performance by legendary classic rock band.
8 p.m., Chumash Casino & Resort ($25 - $65)
Sunday, September 27
Bunny Festival
A celebration of rabbits in the Sunken Gardens.
Noon to 4 p.m., S.B. Courthouse (Free)
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