Community News and Announcements
Stories and announcements from citizens, local business, non-profit, and government sources
Dr. Edward Keller to Speak about the History and Future of Goleta Beach at Surfrider Foundation Chapter Mixer
WHO: The Surfrider Foundation, Santa Barbara Chapter and Dr. Edward Keller WHAT: Presentation on the History and Future of Goleta Beach: Armoring and Coastal Science WHERE: Watershed Resource Center at Hendry’s Beach/Arroyo Burro County Park, 2981 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109 WHEN: Thursday, June 20, 2013. 7-8:30p.m. Read story.
Jack Johnson Announces Fall Headline Tour
100% of Tour Profits WIll Go to Charity
Jack Johnson announces fall headline tour dates in support of his sixth studio album, From Here To Now To You, to be released on September 17 through Johnson’s own Brushfire Records. Read story.
St. Vincent's Announces Volunteer of the Year
St. Vincent's held a Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast to honor those who served on St. Vincent's campus during the past year. Read story.
Rapid Adaptation is Purple Sea Urchins’ Weapon Against Ocean Acidification
In the race against climate change and ocean acidification, some sea urchins may still have a few tricks up their spiny sleeves, suggesting that adaptation will likely play a large role for the sea creatures as the carbon content of the ocean increases. Read story.
Rapid Adaptation is Purple Sea Urchins’ Weapon Against Ocean Acidification
In the race against climate change and ocean acidification, some sea urchins may still have a few tricks up their spiny sleeves, suggesting that adaptation will likely play a large role for the sea creatures as the carbon content of the ocean increases. Read story.
Goleta Sues Department of Finance Over Funds for San Jose Creek Project
The City of Goleta filed a lawsuit late yesterday against the California Department of Finance (DOF) regarding the money earmarked to complete the public safety improvements to the San Jose Creek. Read story.
SummerFess Celebration Kicks-Off this August
SummerFess, a two-day wine and food festival hosted by Fess Parker Winery, has been announced for August 16th and 17th, 2013. Read story.
Montecito Bank & Trust Provides $11,000 for Local Scholarships
The Montecito Bank & Trust college scholarship fund for high school seniors has been in existence for 23 years, funding over $180,000 in scholarships through the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara. Read story.
South Coast Host Families Sought for International Students
The international language school Education First in Santa Barbara is seeking South Coast host families for the summer as well during it academic year, which starts in September. Read story.
Media, Public Invited to Wednesday Open House at Language School
The South Coast-based International Women’s Festival team is partnering with the Education First International Language School in downtown Santa Barbara to help students at the EF Institute find host families for the summer term, which typically ranges from two to six weeks. Read story.
First District Announces Openings for County Boards and Commissions
County Supervisor Salud Carbajal is seeking community members who live in the First District and are interested in serving on the following Boards and Commissions: the County Human Services Commission and the Advisory Board on Alcohol and Drug Problems (ADP). Read story.
Rosetta Thurman Rocks Santa Barbara Nonprofit World!!!
Leading From Within presents “6 Ways to Rock Your Nonprofit Career”
Leading From Within (LFW) is sponsoring Rosetta Thurman, a nationally-recognized author, speaker and coach, to deliver a dynamic workshop on “6 Ways to Rock Your Nonprofit Career.” Read story.
Wild West Webcomic "The Guns of Shadow Valley" Kicks Off Kickstarter Campaign
Dave Wachter and Jim Clark are comic creators and Wild West aficionados. Read story.
Women’s Fund Supports Girls Inc. of Carpinteria
Victoria Juarez, Executive Director, and Craig Price, Board Trustee of Girls Inc. of Carpinteria, attended the Women’s Fund annual awards luncheon to accept a $50,000 grant for the Girls Inc. Eureka! project, a five-year program for girls beginning the summer before eight grade and continuing through the twelfth grade. Read story.
South Coast Financial Firm Marks Anniversary with Focus on Women Investors
South Coast-based AmeriFlex Financial Services is marking its silver anniversary by addressing the need for financial advice for women. Read story.
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