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Santa Barbara
Monday, April 6th, 2026
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Falcon 9 launch, scrubbed on Easter Sunday due to strong winds, will try again today at Vandenberg Space Force Base between 4:03 p.m. and 8:03 p.m. The two-stage booster will send 25 Starlink satellites into space. Noozhawk
- ➤ A local donor pledged a $1M challenge grant to renovate Elings Park's three fields at Castagnola Complex & upgrades include laser leveling, soil amending, irrigation and warning tracks. The grant unlocks once the park raises $200K by May 1, with work beginning this summer and finishing by October. Noozhawk
- ➤ Amelia is a two year old mix of Dachshund and Pit Bull Terrier weighing about 43 pounds and available for adoption at the Lompoc Animal Center at 1501 West Central in Lompoc. The center welcomes visitors Tuesday through Sunday and can be reached at 833 422 8413 for details. Edhat
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Santa Barbara County Fire crews quickly contained two vegetation fires on Aliso Canyon Road (first reported at 9:51 p.m. Friday and 2:57 p.m. Saturday) that burned 3 and 8 acres, with cause under investigation. Edhat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Out of the Box Theatre Co. is remounting Stephen Sondheim’s Assassins directed by Samantha Eve with a fresh cast that deepens the show’s exploration of contemporary issues. The production will run at Center Stage Theater from April 10 to 19. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Members of the Santa Barbara Treble Clef Chorus will join other California women’s choirs for the California Women’s Chorus Annual Convention and benefit concert (A Trip Across America) set for 2 p.m. on May 3 at California Baptist College in Riverside. Noozhawk
- ➤ EPIC Impact Society, a local nonprofit, will host its 2026 EPIC International Summit from April 27-29 at Rancho Tajiguas Preserve on the Gaviota Coast. Global leaders, educators, and changemakers will gather for three days of innovation and collaboration, with film producer Bill Gerber set to receive the EPIC Impact Award. Noozhawk
- ➤ The Santa Barbara Independent exhibition ‘Covering 40 Years’ opened April 2 at the Public Library’s Faulkner Gallery and features 150 historic covers plus QR codes to read each cover story; the show will remain open daily until May 31 with varied hours. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ UCSB Arts & Lectures will host Masha Gessen on Tuesday, April 14 at 7:30 p.m. at Campbell Hall, where she will discuss past and future politics of autocracies and democratic ideas. Tickets cost $20, and UCSB students can attend free with valid ID. Noozhawk
- ➤ Women in Architecture will host city planner Ellen Kokinda and new architectural historian Ashley Thomas-Pate to share their expertise Tuesday, Apr. 7 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Mission Audio Video — 1910 De La Vina St. — in Santa Barbara, where they will discuss planning and preservation. Noozhawk
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Monte Wilson contends that Santa Barbara is not short on revenue but loses downtown customers as restrictive policies and complex regulations make shopping inconvenient, pushing consumers to centers like Goleta (a nearby hub). He urges leaders to restore access on State Street and fast-track business openings to boost local spending. Noozhawk
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Researchers at UCSB were awarded a Wellcome Leap grant to study how early-life gut microbes may influence neurodevelopment—using high-throughput mini-gut systems at the ExFAB facility to model the effects of environmental exposures on developing microbial communities. Their work may guide better support for neurodivergent families. Edhat
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Santa Barbara leaders are weighing a Workforce Housing Stabilization Program that pairs housing access with wage standards to help essential workers afford local rentals. The proposal seeks to repurpose unused seasonal and short-term units (over 2,000 available) by offering incentives through employer-led partnerships. Santa Barbara Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Gaucho captain Justin Joyner — who led his team to back-to-back NCAA Tournaments in 2010 and 2011 — took a new coaching job at Oregon State last month after serving as an assistant with Michigan during March Madness. He remains focused on building teams while honoring his UCSB legacy. Noozhawk
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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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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.
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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.
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