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Tuesday, May 21
Thursday, May 23
Shadows in Space - Media Arts & Technology
An annual display of Master’s and Doctoral student work in Media Arts and Technology at UCSB.
6 p.m. to 9 p.m., UCSB (Free)
Friday, May 24
UC Santa Barbara's 22nd Annual Reel Loud Film Festival
Now in its 22nd year at UCSB, Reel Loud is a student run festival dedicated to harkening back to the beginnings of cinema.
6:30 p.m., UCSB Campbell Hall ($10)
Saturday, May 25
I Madonnari Italian Street Painting Festival
The first festival of its kind in North America features an Italian tradition from the 16th Century—street painting—using chalk pastels on pavement.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Old Mission Santa Barbara (Free)
Art in the Park
This annual fundraiser for the Ojai Art Center features two days of art-filled activities.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Libbey Park (Free)
Sunday, May 26
I Madonnari Italian Street Painting Festival
The first festival of its kind in North America features an Italian tradition from the 16th Century—street painting—using chalk pastels on pavement.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Old Mission Santa Barbara (Free)
Veterans Memorial at Arlington West
Veterans for Peace will set up their monument to the fallen soldiers of Iraq and Afghanistan, with presentations from local government representatives.
10 a.m., Stearns Wharf (Free)
LL Cool J, Public Enemy and De La Soul
Kings Of The Mic Tour will feature LL Cool J with Ice Cube, Public Enemy and De La Soul at the Santa Barbara Bowl on Memorial Day Weekend.
6:30 p.m., S.B. Bowl ($37 - $84)
Art in the Park
This annual fundraiser for the Ojai Art Center features two days of art-filled activities.
Time TBA, Libbey Park (Free)
Monday, May 27
I Madonnari Italian Street Painting Festival
The first festival of its kind in North America features an Italian tradition from the 16th Century—street painting—using chalk pastels on pavement.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Old Mission Santa Barbara (Free)
Tuesday, May 28
Friday, May 31
Occupy Love
How could the crisis we are facing become a love story?
7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Faulkner Gallery ($8 - $12)
Tommy and the High Pilots Album Release
Join local band Tommy and the High Pilots for a special performance celebrating the release of their latest album.
9 p.m., SOhO ($10)
Tuesday, June 4
Friday, June 7
Fight for Forgiveness
UPO at UCSB presents EveryDay Gandhis film "Fight for Forgiveness" followed by speakers, once soldiers.
3 a.m., UCSB (Free)
Sunday, June 9
Monthly Beach Clean Ups with Explore Ecology
Join the community and help clean up Arroyo Burro Beach.
Noon to 2 p.m., Watershed Resource Ctr. (Free)
Tuesday, June 11
Tuesday, June 18
Wednesday, June 19
Third Wednesday Event
Solvang Celebrates the Summer Solstice with a Farmers Market, Food & Restaurant Deals, Wine & Beer Walk, Discounted Shopping Experiences and Live Music from Noon to Midnight, All over Town.
Noon to midnight, Various Locations
Thursday, June 20
Fiesta Ranchera
Stroll the beautiful historic gardens to sample food from local restaurants, with award winning local wineries and bar also on-site. Enjoy performances by the 2013 Junior Spirit and Spirit of Fiesta. End the evening with dancing under the stars.
5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Stow House
Saturday, June 29
Santa Barbara Wine Festival™
Swirl, sip and savor...wines from Central Coast premier wineries complemented with savory and sweet delectable delights at the Santa Barbara Wine Festival™.
2 p.m. to 5 p.m., S.B. Museum of Natural History ($70 - $105)
Saturday, July 13
Pacific Pride Festival
S.B.'s annual LGBT celebration and benefit for the Pacific Pride Foundation, featuring an all-day line up of live entertainment, activities, food, and more.
11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Leadbetter Beach (Free)
Sunday, July 14
Monthly Beach Clean Ups with Explore Ecology
Join the community and help clean up Arroyo Burro Beach.
Noon to 2 p.m., Watershed Resource Ctr. (Free)
Thursday, August 1
Celebración De Los Dignatarios
Enjoy delicious appetizers and delectable wines presented by local restaurants and wineries. Dance the night away to a live band while you take pleasure in the zoo’s lush gardens and majestic views.
5 p.m. to 10 p.m., S.B. Zoo ($85 - $100)
Saturday, August 24
One Night Stand
Over two hundred works of art will be exhibited for one night only with an element of surprise; none of the artwork in the show will be identified until it is purchased.
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Brooks Institute's Gallery 27 ($25 - $125)
S.B. Studio Artists’ 12th Annual Open Studios Tour
Featuring access to up to 50 private studios of area award-winning professional artists.
Time TBA, Various Locations
Thursday, September 19
Mary Jane McCord Planned Parenthood Annual Book Sale
Browse the largest used book sale in the Tri-County area, catering to all age groups and interests.
5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds (Free)
Friday, September 20
Mary Jane McCord Planned Parenthood Annual Book Sale
Browse the largest used book sale in the Tri-County area, catering to all age groups and interests.
10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds (Free)
Saturday, September 21
Mary Jane McCord Planned Parenthood Annual Book Sale
Browse the largest used book sale in the Tri-County area, catering to all age groups and interests.
10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds (Free)
Sunday, September 22
Mary Jane McCord Planned Parenthood Annual Book Sale
Browse the largest used book sale in the Tri-County area, catering to all age groups and interests.
10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds (Free)
Monday, September 23
Mary Jane McCord Planned Parenthood Annual Book Sale
Browse the largest used book sale in the Tri-County area, catering to all age groups and interests.
Noon to 8 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds (Free)
Tuesday, September 24
Mary Jane McCord Planned Parenthood Annual Book Sale
Browse the largest used book sale in the Tri-County area, catering to all age groups and interests.
Noon to 8 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds (Free)
Wednesday, September 25
Mary Jane McCord Planned Parenthood Annual Book Sale
Browse the largest used book sale in the Tri-County area, catering to all age groups and interests.
Noon to 8 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds (Free)
Thursday, September 26
Mary Jane McCord Planned Parenthood Annual Book Sale
Browse the largest used book sale in the Tri-County area, catering to all age groups and interests.
Noon to 8 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds (Free)
Friday, September 27
Mary Jane McCord Planned Parenthood Annual Book Sale
Browse the largest used book sale in the Tri-County area, catering to all age groups and interests.
Noon to 8 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds (Free)
Saturday, September 28
Mary Jane McCord Planned Parenthood Annual Book Sale
Browse the largest used book sale in the Tri-County area, catering to all age groups and interests.
10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds (Free)
AIDS Walk Yard Sale
This is a community event to raise funds for the annual Heart and Soul AIDS Walk. All sale items are donated and the event is staffed by volunteers who sort and organize these items to sell.
Time TBA, TBD
Sunday, September 29
The Mary Jane McCord Planned Parenthood Book Sale
The largest book sale in the tri-counties has something for all ages and interests.
Noon to 8 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds (Free - $25)
Saturday, October 5
23th Annual Heart & Sole AIDS Walk/Run
Fundraiser for the Pacific Pride Foundation's programs for people in S.B. County living with, affected by, or who are at risk for HIV/AIDS.
9 a.m., Leadbetter Beach (Free)
Friday, October 11
Final TGIF: Fall Feast
The Environmental Defense Center hosts tonight's happy hour boasts a complete catered dinner made from fresh, local foods, a raffle and live music.
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Environmental Defense Ctr. ($20)
Sunday, October 13
Cancer Center Walk/Run
Run, walk, skip, or jog through a 5 or 10K course to benefit cancer patients and treatment in S.B.
8 a.m. to 11 a.m., Montecito Union School
Wednesday, October 23
Santa Maria Empty Bowls
For a donation of $25, attendees choose a beautiful handmade bowl, enjoy a simple meal of soup, bread, and water and then take the bowl home as a reminder of hunger-related issues in S.B County.
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Santa Maria Fair Park ($25)
Saturday, October 26
13th Annual Summit for Danny Local Climb
This community event raises awareness and funds for adolescent substance abuse treatment at our Daniel Bryant Youth & Family Treatment Center.
Time TBA, Manning Park
Sunday, October 27
4th Annual Santa Barbara Chowder Fest
Over twenty restaurants will compete for the title of Santa Barbara Chowder Champ, presented by Food & Home Magazine.
Time TBA, Montecito Country Club (Free)
Friday, November 29
27th Annual Folk & Tribal Arts Marketplace
The Marketplace comes alive with the flair of international dance, music, food, and vendors from more than 50 countries.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., S.B. Museum of Natural History (Free)
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