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Santa Barbara
Thursday, April 24th, 2025
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cycling Without Age, led by retired teacher John Seigel-Boettner — who started the chapter in 2018 — is partnering with local artists to create seven new trishaws that offer older residents a chance to enjoy rides outdoors. The painted trishaws — set to be unveiled on the first Thursday of May at the downtown public library — will then ride down State Street to the beach and back. Santa Barbara Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Brazilian Cultural Arts Center of Santa Barbara will host its first-ever Latin Festival and Salsa Social on May 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the historic Alhecama Theatre downtown, and the event will include a salsa lesson by Erika Martin Del Campo, live music from Invasion Latina, dance performances by A Mi Manera Dance Company and Agua Doce Dance Company, Brazilian cuisine, and a raffle with prizes — a family-friendly celebration open to all ages. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum will present a talk on the Deepwater Diving Monument with Theodore K. Roche IV at 7 p.m. on May 15. Admission is free for museum members, costs $10 for other members, and $20 for the general public — a members-only reception will be held from 6:15 to 6:45 p.m. — as the talk details Santa Barbara’s role in deepwater diving innovation. Noozhawk
- ➤ UCSB Arts & Lectures will host a conversation between renowned performance artist Marina Abramović and writer Pico Iyer at the Lobero Theatre (a historic venue) in Santa Barbara at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 6. Tickets cost $48.50 to $68.50 for the general public (students pay $20 with valid ID). Noozhawk
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montessori Center School has reimagined its annual jog-a-thon into a student-led service learning event that will channel all proceeds to Glimmers Childhood Cancer Foundation in honor of former student Ava Decker—who founded the group before her passing. Funds will support pediatric cancer research and services for families facing childhood cancer while engaging students directly in civic action. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Future Leaders of America announced the honorees for the 10th Annual Latino Legacy Awards, naming Michelle Guerrero as Leader of the Year—Youth, Ricardo Valencia as Leader of the Year—North County, Primitiva Hernandez as Leader of the Year—Mid County, Teresa Alvarez as Leader of the Year—South County, and Julissa Pena as the Latino Legacy Award winner. The awards will be presented on May 8 from 4:30—7 p.m. at Hotel Corque in Solvang, and all proceeds will support FLA’s youth leadership programs. Noozhawk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The State Street undercrossing in Santa Barbara has been transformed into a safer and brighter link between downtown and the waterfront with wider sidewalks, reduced car lanes, and expanded bike lanes (designed by local architect Jeff Shelton) following a recent ribbon-cutting ceremony. City officials say the $11 million project improves pedestrian and cyclist safety and enriches the public space as a new gateway to the city. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Santa Barbara City Council voted four to two on Tuesday to tighten tenant protections against renovictions by capping rent increases at ten percent for renovated units and by requiring third party contractor verification plus a cooling-off period—measures that aim to protect over 100 tenants affected since 2023—and city staff will return with an ordinance next week while considering an appeals process for landlords. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Chief Kelly Gordon of the Santa Barbara Police Department went to Washington, D.C. this month to join the National PAL Chiefs’ and Sheriffs’ Council—she is the only California official on the group which includes top officers from Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, and Arizona—she said the new role will help her support youth programs. Santa Barbara Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ San Marcos High clinched the Channel League title with a 15-25, 25-19, 25-23, 26-24 win over Santa Barbara as sophomore Matteo Burdick’s short serve sparked the victory—boosting the Royals to a 9-1 record and ensuring they will join Dos Pueblos and Santa Barbara in the CIF Southern Section playoffs. Santa Barbara Independent
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SBTHP’s Third Annual Golf Tournament
5 AM - 12 PM — Glen Annie Golf Club — $185 per golfer — Enjoy a day of golf with lunch and dinner while supporting the Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation.
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Larkin Poe Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Arlington Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Catch Larkin Poe live and enjoy an exquisite musical experience.
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Kenny Loggins Pickleball Tournament
8 a.m. — Santa Barbara Pickleball Courts — Check entry details for participation — Dive into a competitive weekend of pickleball fun with Kenny Loggins as the backdrop.
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S.B. Cactus and Succulent Society Show and Sale
10:00 a.m. — Santa Barbara Woman's Club — Free admission — Explore a vast array of plants, pots, vendors, and a silent auction dedicated to cactus and succulent lovers.
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Mother's Day Brunch Buffet
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Finch & Fork — Reservations recommended — Celebrate Mom with a spectacular buffet featuring fresh, locally sourced dishes in a charming atmosphere.
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Saturday Day Meetup for Singles 40+
3-5 p.m. — SB Biergarten — Free entry — Connect with fellow singles over drinks and socializing in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Dom Hair Cutting Class
10 AM – 3 PM — Mishay Salon & Spa — Cost not specified — Learn Dom's most valuable hair cutting techniques in this engaging class.
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Pilipino Cultural Night 34
5 PM — Campbell Hall — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant celebration of Pilipino culture and community.
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