Good morning, Santa Barbara.

Isla Vista hosts Soltopia today from noon until 6 p.m. as a permitted spring festival organized by the Isla Vista Community Services District and UCSB Associated Students — featuring 18 bands, live music, art, food, and added security with extra deputies while nearby parking faces restrictions.

The county's Department of Parks will host the first Feria de Primavera on May 2 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Lanford Memorial Grove in the Recreational Area of Lake Cachuma, offering live music, food stalls, and activities for all ages.

Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation is seeking up to 75 volunteers to repair Sycamore Creek Trail and Historic Olive Grove Loop in Parma Park on Saturday, Apr.

18 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Tools and safety orientation are provided (group lunch included) as part of the day-long effort.

The Santa Barbara Zoo renewed its Certified Autism Center designation on April 2 – reinforcing its commitment to accessible programs for neurodiverse guests and families.

The Zoo’s efforts include enhanced sensory resources and new initiatives like Autism Safari Nights with UCSB Koegel Center.

Business leaders, HR professionals, and employees from Carpinteria, Santa Barbara, and Goleta are invited to the Train to Work Employer Forum on April 22 at 10 a.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn in Goleta & learn how the expanded Pacific Surfliner service launching in May will support improved employee commutes.

A UC Santa Barbara study found that a few minutes of artistic film linked to increased creative thinking among nearly 500 participants.

Researchers explained that the films triggered a temporary shift toward openness (state openness) that expanded mental categories.

The Central Coast California Rare Fruit Growers Association visited the agriculture class at the Mark Richardson Career Technical and Education Center to teach tree grafting, resulting in 100 grafts from five varieties; students in the Santa Maria school praised the hands-on instruction (a vital skill for future orchards).

Cabrillo High School Aquarium — a student-run facility in Lompoc — received the CAM Award for Excellence in Museum Education at the annual conference; it will host open houses on Apr 22 and May 20 with a week-long summer camp.

On Friday, April 3, firefighters quickly contained the Plato Fire near Vandenberg Space Launch Complex 4 at 22 acres using water drops and a dozer line, and no structures were threatened (13 miles from Lompoc).

Save Our Seals is calling for local volunteers to help educate visitors at the Carp Bluffs rookery on the Coastal Vista Trail— the beach closes from Dec.

1 to May 31 to protect pupping seals — as concerns rise over a nearby housing proposal that could disturb the vital habitat.

Hospice of Santa Barbara (HSB) announced that it welcomes new board member Trenton Hammel, a local financial professional with over 20 years experience who has served on the board since July 2025, and his leadership will help strengthen the hospice's mission to provide free care and services to families.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Integrative Flow Yoga Class

3:30-4:30 p.m. — Yoga Soup — Cost info not provided — Experience a dynamic vinyasa flow focusing on breathwork and relaxation.

Integrative Restoration Meditation

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Yoga Soup — Accessible entry — Experience a calming iRest meditation class that promotes healing and well-being.