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Sunday, March 29th, 2026
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Westmont Women’s Leadership Luncheon will take place Friday, Apr. 24, at Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort from noon to 1:30 p.m. Keynote speaker Anja Manuel will share global affairs insights (drawing on her diplomatic career) while Yvette Birch Giller and Sue Birch receive a community honor, with tickets at $200. Noozhawk
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jay Casbon shared a poetic bedtime story that highlights Santa Barbara's generous support for its schools, hospitals, and police—while noting that growing needs call for both honest reflection and hopeful dreams. Noozhawk
- ➤ Santa Barbara Fly Fishers will host a community film event at Lobero Theatre on Tuesday, March 31, featuring A River Runs Through It, and winemaker Emily Myers (of Eislynn Wines) will lead a sold-out VIP 'First Look' reception where guests can preview Tom Skerritt's river-focused documentary work. Noozhawk
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Noah Cortez of Troop 87 completed his Eagle Scout service project at Patterson Road Elementary by refurbishing a fire-truck themed playground and repainting a tricycle roadway while leading 15 volunteers over four days. His work created a safer play area for kindergarten students. Noozhawk
- ➤ UCSB professor René Weber was named an inaugural fellow of the Social and Affective Neuroscience Society; his honor will be celebrated at the SANS Annual Conference in April in San Diego. Edhat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Goleta released a video featuring Sgt. Noel Rivas’s roundabout navigation tips and a two-year update on Project Connect’s progress. Two roundabouts opened on March 1 at Hollister Avenue and Highway 217, and crews will complete further improvements in Old Town soon. Edhat
- ➤ The Goleta Police Department reminds drivers to keep their eyes on the road as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month approaches in April. Officials will enforce the state’s hands-free law to cut distractions on local roads. Edhat
- ➤ A nonprofit program that helps people avoid homelessness by providing cash aid is expanding its model to 10 new communities this fall. The approach — used in Santa Clara County — has reduced housing loss and spurred a new bill for a statewide prevention strategy. Noozhawk
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Breast Cancer Resource Center of Santa Barbara will open its new space (100 N. Hope Street, Suite 1) on April 1 as a three-year funding partnership from RevitaLash Cosmetics supports its free breast cancer support programs. Edhat
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bishop Diego boys volleyball swept matches in Indio this weekend, defeating Indio High 25-10, 25-16, 25-14 on Friday and Xavier Prep 25-16, 25-9, 25-18 on Saturday. The team will play two more matches before spring break (coach Dillan Bennett said it focused on team bonding). Noozhawk
- ➤ The Gauchos secured an 8-2 win over top-20 Oregon on Saturday, with Cole Tryba pitching 4 1/3 perfect innings to aid his rebound from injury. Their victory sets up a rubber match scheduled today at 12:05 p.m. at Caesar Uyesaka Stadium (Youth Day lets kids run the bases). Noozhawk
- ➤ SB High track & field star Elina Stump led her team at the Simi Valley Invitational on Saturday, posting season-best marks in hurdles, long jump and triple jump as her teammates also excelled. The Dons take Spring Break before a rivalry meet on Apr. 8. Noozhawk
- ➤ San Marcos High beat Dos Pueblos 6-3 Friday afternoon at Joe Mueller Field. The Royals improved to 8-5 and took sole lead in Channel League play — starter Mason Crang pitched a complete game to secure the win. Santa Barbara Independent
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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John Milton's Hypnosis Show
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Arlington Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the captivating performance of world-renowned hypnotist John Milton at the Arlington Theatre.
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How to Utilize the Services at Your Library
4-6 p.m. — Goleta Valley Library Express — Free assistance — Bilingual staff available to guide the community on using library services effectively.
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Cal St. Fullerton Titans vs UC Santa Barbara Gauchos
4:35-5:35 p.m. — The Cove Santa Barbara — Ticket prices may vary — Cheer on the Titans as they face off against the Gauchos in a thrilling collegiate baseball matchup.
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FREE Youth Learn-to-Row Event
FREE Youth Learn-to-Row Event EXCLUSIVELY FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS GRADES 6-9 NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY WHEN: SATURDAY, APRIL 25th 9 - 11:30am WHERE: Santa Barbara Community Rowing, CACHUMA LAKE 2225-CA 154 Discover the ultimate team sport outside and in nature! It is one of the most open and welcoming sports and loads of fun. New rowers will practice basic rowing technique on rowing machines before rowing in boats on the water. EMAIL COACH GRACIE at [email protected] TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT.
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Hadestown Musical Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Granada Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical journey of Hadestown, where a song can change your fate.
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