Good morning, Santa Barbara.

Award-winning neuroscientist Dr. Emily Jacobs will speak at United Way of Santa Barbara County's Women United annual luncheon on April 22 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Kuehn Court on the Music Academy of the West campus (tickets and sponsorships are now available).

Paco, a 28-year-old from Goleta, shows his sharp style as armor against hardships — balancing self-medication, lost belongings, and anxiety while waiting at Carillo Street bus stops near Highway 101.

Outreach workers say his carefully chosen clothes mask deeper struggles as he remains reluctant to seek treatment.

On Friday afternoon, California Senate Leader Monique Limón honored six local women at the Braille Institute courtyard, as honorees from Carpinteria to Santa Maria were recognized for their service during Women’s History Month.

Habitat for Humanity began accepting items for its new ReStore on March 16 at 400 State St. on the corner of Gutierrez, with donation drop off available Monday, Tuesday & Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The store will open this summer and proceeds will support affordable housing.

The new EoS Fitness center will open in 2027 at 820 State Street in downtown Santa Barbara and convert a former 24 Hour Fitness location into a 37,000 sqft, three-story gym offering round-the-clock classes+ personal training and a functional turf area.

A Milan-based fashion brand has opened a boutique at The Post in Montecito to offer Italian tailoring and seasonal collections for men, women, children, and home living.

The store is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Local summer camps offer inclusive programs for children with disabilities, sensory sensitivities, or medical needs—featuring trained staff, accessible paths, and flexible schedules that help campers build social skills while enjoying safe, engaging activities.

Santa Barbara Bridge Center launches its week-long Bridge Camp for Youth this summer from 5-8 pm, where students 4-12 learn bridge to build math, memory, and teamwork skills while enjoying pizza and a mock tournament with prizes (scholarships and staff background checks ensure safety).

Sable Offshore restarted oil flow through the Santa Ynez Pipeline System from Platform Harmony on March 14 and expects full production later this month, even as state parks denied an easement and ordered removal of a pipeline segment crossing Gaviota State Park (Sable has faced legal and regulatory challenges).

The State announced its intent to award $20 million to the county’s Behavioral Wellness Department to support the design and planned construction of two 16-bed residential treatment facilities near North Branch Jail in Santa Maria; the Board of Supervisors will soon review the funding with completion expected by fall 2029.

Researchers at UCSB have identified how Bordetella bacteria use the FhaB protein to latch onto cilia, a mechanism that may lead to new therapies for whooping cough and kennel cough.

The study used advanced imaging techniques (including cryo-electron microscopy) to unravel the bacteria’s binding process.

The Santa Barbara Royals Ice Hockey team ended their season after losing 1-0 to Edison High in a state championship on Sunday at The Rinks in Anaheim.

The Royals built a 21-win streak before Edison scored with 51 seconds left.

San Marcos track & field’s Logan Patterson Deakyne and Dos Pueblos softball’s Anastasia Brunner received Athlete of the Week honors at Monday’s SBART Press Luncheon at Harry’s Plaza Cafe.

Deakyne shined at the Spartan Relays while Brunner powered her team with key hits.

At Monday’s SBART luncheon at Harry’s Plaza Cafe, Santa Barbara High’s Dane Polchin earned the Scholar-Athlete Award and San Marcos’ Lily Ruvalcaba received the Phil Womble Ethics in Sports Award while local spring sports teams provided early league updates.

California Agave Symposium

8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort — $125-$350 — Network with industry leaders and explore the future of California's agave industry.

Live Concert by Booker T. Jones

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of soulful music by the legendary Booker T. Jones.

Los Inquietos Del Norte Concert

11 PM - 3 AM — Earl Warren Showgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night with Los Inquietos Del Norte and Los Caimanes de Sinaloa.

Richard Thompson Concert with Zara Phillips

7-9 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of captivating music with the legendary Richard Thompson and the talented Zara Phillips.

Disclosure Live in Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Santa Barbara Bowl — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electronic duo Disclosure as they bring their acclaimed sound to the stage.

Invasion Latina Live at SOhO

8:30 PM - 1:30 AM — SOhO Restaurant & Music Club — Pre-sale tickets $20 — Enjoy an exciting night with Invasion Latina and dance to Latin beats!

April Area Meeting

6-8 p.m. — The Community Arts Workshop — Free entry — Engage in insightful discussions with artists and share creative struggles in a nurturing environment.