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Santa Barbara
Saturday, January 31st, 2026
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The American Scandinavian Foundation of Santa Barbara held its annual membership meeting at the historic Hill-Carillo Adobe, where lively discussions, nominations and a presentation on 'Norway in a Nutshell' impressed attendees (the Q&A was a highlight). Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ The Santa Barbara Fiber Arts Guild’s LAYERING exhibition ran at Art & Soul Gallery through today, showcasing work by over 50 artists with live spinning, weaving demos and interactive workshops. A panel discussion with guild members took place Friday, Jan. 30 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. — the events highlight contemporary fiber arts. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ The Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation began a roof replacement project at historic Cañedo Adobe (in El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park) using a $4,875,000 Prop 68 grant, with City approval; the work protects a structure dating back to 1787. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ The Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association has planned a week of events from Friday, Jan. 30 to Wednesday, Feb. 4 that mix historical concerts at El Presidio Chapel, dance sessions at the Dance Hub, film screenings, free pilates classes, gallery exhibits, and mini-grant activations all downtown. Edhat
- ➤ MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, announced on Friday, Jan. 30 that Kelly Almeroth, Graham Bell, Angela Krablin, and Casey Summar joined its Board of Directors to support interactive STEAM experiences in Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Independent
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A large mountain lion was caught on camera roaming the Samarkand neighborhood on January 30, 2026 (video by a local reader), prompting residents to stay alert for wildlife in the area. Edhat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Protection District welcomes Dan Stefano as its new fire chief. He will begin on Monday, Feb. 2, bringing over 30 years of fire service experience from Costa Mesa and Laguna Beach plus strong local ties (his wife's family has deep roots in Carpinteria and Montecito). Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Isla Vista Community Services District is hiring a Parking Manager to reduce illegal parking by combining outreach + enforcement and enhanced citation measures near restricted spots. Applications must be submitted by February 6. KEYT
- ➤ Earlier this month, Santa Barbara County Sheriff and First Responder Chiefs met at the One805 Chiefs’ Luncheon to review 2025 outcomes and launch a $10 million mental wellness endowment for first responder services (Prince Harry attended to share his global insights). Edhat
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Santa Barbara County Health Department endorses the American Academy of Pediatrics’ 2026 immunization schedule for children and adolescents after reviewing the best scientific evidence — it urges caregivers to consult health providers to ensure children stay up to date on vaccines. Edhat
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The CIF-SS Girls Water Polo playoff bracket has been announced with matchups starting Feb. 4 and finals set for Feb. 21. In Division 2, Santa Barbara is the top seed and will host Poly on Feb. 5. KEYT
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Outstanding Performer of the Year Award for Michael B. Jordan
8 PM – 2 AM — Arlington Theatre — $35 General Admission, $100 Priority Seating — Celebrate the incredible achievements of Michael B. Jordan at this prestigious film festival event.
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Sunday Yin Chill
7-8 p.m. — Yoga Soup — Entry fee not specified — Experience a restorative yoga class focused on connecting breath and body in a slow-paced environment.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift
6:15-7:14 p.m. — Music Academy of the West — Ticketed event — Experience Taylor Swift's hits performed by Vapour String Quartet in a magical candlelight setting.
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Open Season Lucha Libre Pro Wrestling
7 PM — Franklin Elementary School — Tickets available — Experience high-energy lucha libre with renowned luchadores from Tijuana.
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Sunday Yin Chill
7-8 p.m. — Yoga Soup — Cost not specified — Unwind with a restorative Yin class focused on breath and relaxation.
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Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour
7-10 p.m. — Arlington Theatre — $26 General Public / $18 Youth / $15 UCSB students — Experience thrilling outdoor adventure films at a larger-than-life scale, showcasing the best mountain adventures.
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Bored Teachers Comedy Tour
11:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. — Arlington Theatre — Check venue for pricing — Enjoy an uproarious comedy night with the 'Teachers Off Duty' Podcast stars.
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La Chupitos Comedy and Mariachi Show
7-9 p.m. — Arlington Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant fusion of Mexican comedy and mariachi music featuring La Chupitos and the Grammy-winning Mariachi Divas.
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