Good morning, Santa Barbara.

Community historian and artist Michael Montenegro will lead the Santa Barbara Cinco de Mayo Mural Bike Ride on May 5 at 5:00 p.m. at Ortega Park—this free event will tour downtown murals and finish with free tacos at Third Window Brewing Company.

Founders Mike Weyandt and Eric Drew turned their home-brew hobby into Casa Agria, a popular business known for sour beers and innovative seltzers.

The brewery opened its first taproom in Oxnard in December 2015 and later expanded to a downtown Santa Barbara location in November 2024 — earning awards and strong local support.

The Goleta Spot signed a lease for the old restaurant site at Santa Barbara Airport and will open a fast-casual space where local food trucks prepare meals for customers inside.

The lease starts July 1 with two one-year options—minimal updates will be made while the owner maintains the building’s historic look and may add live music in the future.

Doug Margerum, winemaking pioneer and founder of Margerum and Barden Wines, will showcase his small-lot and popular food-friendly wines at the Santa Barbara Culinary Experience from May 12 to 18—he will share stories about the region’s diverse vineyards that inspire his craft.

Phyllis de Picciotto, who founded the Santa Barbara International Film Festival in 1983 and championed local film and art programs, died in 2025 after a long and active career in community service—she is survived by her husband, children, and grandchildren.

Her pioneering work in film programming and civic engagement left a lasting mark on Santa Barbara.

Santa Barbara City College will build a new $105 million physical education complex on Cliff Drive after its Board of Trustees approved funding with $34 million in state funds and $71 million from the Measure P Bond extension—money that needed to be spent before expiring this summer. Construction may begin next fall and continue until spring as the 1963 facility is replaced by a four-story building that meets Title IX standards and will serve as an emergency relief center.

Santa Barbara held its 2025 Earth Day Festival at Alameda Park on April 26-27, celebrating 55 years of environmental commitment—attendees enjoyed climate-focused talks, a Green Car Show, locally sourced food, and live music.

The festival was organized by the Community Environmental Council to promote renewable energy and honor local environmental heroes.

San Marcos girls lacrosse won an 11-10 playoff game against Laguna Beach on Monday when Liv Plourde scored a game-winning goal with less than one minute left at Warkentin Stadium.

The Royals will face St. Margaret's in the second round on Thursday and hold an overall record of 18-2.

UCSB’s No. 34 men’s tennis team earned an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament on Monday after finishing an 18-4 season and going undefeated in conference play— they will face UCLA in the first round with No. 11-seed Cal hosting until dates are announced.

The All County Youth Track and Field Meet will be held on May 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at La Playa Stadium, Santa Barbara City College, inviting kids in grades 1–8 and eligible high school athletes while out-of-county participants join by invitation; participants must pre-register by April 30, 9:00 p.m.+ registration costs are $15 if pre-registered or $25 on the event day if registered before 9:00 a.m.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Pilipino Cultural Night 34

5 PM — Campbell Hall — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant celebration of Pilipino culture and community.

2025 Nite Moves Summer Sunset Series

6 p.m. — Leadbetter Beach — Registration fees apply — Experience swimming, running, and biathlon events against the stunning Santa Barbara coastline.

UCSB Wind Ensemble & UCSB Choirs Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Lotte Lehmann Concert Hall — General ($10), Senior/Military/Non-UCSB Students ($7), UCSB Students/Children under 12 (FREE) — Experience a vibrant collaboration of wind and choral music featuring Pulitzer Prize-winning compositions.