Frimpong Case to Jury by Friday
The case against the former UCSB soccer star could turn out to be “he said, she said.”
Year: 2007
Tomes for the Holidays
It just so happens that, with the holiday season fast upon us, a stack of gift-worthy publications has landed on The Independent‘s Books & Lectures desk. Perhaps your family has an uncle with a passion for American history, a mom enamored with Sting, or kids running around with senses of humor too advanced for their own good; whatever your relatives’ interests, someone’s certain to tear open the wrapping and find the perfect wintertime present in one of these new books.
A Horse-Racing Roundup, Featuring Earl Warren’s Off-Track Betting and Santa Ynez’s Stars
There is a slowdown of the sports carousel when holiday shopping picks up speed, although surfers came out in droves last week when the monstrous waves smashed into our shores. You had to be a strong and capable athlete to tackle those behemoths.
UCSB’s STAGE Playwriting Competition
For the third year in a row, science meets theater at UCSB, where the Professional Artists Lab and NanoSystems Institute are yet again co-sponsoring an annual playwriting competition for scripts that explore scientific or technological themes.
Ethiopian Night
Two West Coast food traditions have nothing on Ethiopia. Seattle-and the rest of the world-got beat to coffee by hundreds of years, and while San Francisco is famous for its sourdough, Ethiopia’s injera-a spongy, flatbread sourdough that is central to its cuisine-is centuries older.
Heaux, Heaux, Heaux
Christmastime in New Orleans is deliciously magical. Steeped in tradition, folklore, and food, the festivities provide a unique flavor.
Working My Way Through a Sleep Disorder
It all started with my wife’s complaints. “It’s not just that you snore,” said she who, truth be told, has made a few angelic buzz-saw sound effects ’round midnight herself. “But sometimes I swear you stop breathing, and it’s scary,” she would add helpfully in front of both friends and strangers. I’d usually make gruff, embarrassed dismissals. “Yeah? You should talk,” was my wittiest riposte.
Carla Bard 1928-1997
Ten years ago, a tragic car accident cut short the exemplary life of Carla Marise Bard. We wish to remember and honor this incredible woman, this devoted and loving mother and grandmother, this trusted friend and coworker, and, most of all, this tireless and passionate defender of the environment.
The Blind Boys of Alabama Bring the Down-Home Xmas Cheer
The Blind Boys of Alabama make another Christmas stop in Santa Barbara.
Tom Russell and Eilen Jewell
The moment Eilen Jewell’s majestic voice filled the Lobero, I was in love-and I’m not the only one captivated by her particular blend of crossover magic. Since her debut CD was released in 2005, Jewell has been praised throughout the country for her live show, and her Sings Like Hell appearance on Saturday was no exception.