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Santa Barbara
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ CAL FIRE and local partners will show wildfire resilience work during Wildfire Preparedness Week; the event takes place Tuesday, May 5 at 11:00 a.m. at Cabrillo High School in Lompoc to teach community safety before wildfire season heats up. Edhat
- ➤ The West Coast Outdoors and Sportfishing Expo opened Friday at the Ventura County Fairgrounds and features boats, fishing rods, business booths, and a kids area — highlighted by Santa Barbara Landing and Stardust Sportfishing — with special discounts for military and first responders. KEYT
- ➤ On April 9, 2026, community members, staff, and regional partners gathered at Armitos Park (and Community Garden) to break ground on the San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path Project, which will build three miles of bike and walking path linking neighborhoods, Old Town Goleta, the beach, and UCSB. Edhat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Santa Barbara Botanic Garden and Community Environmental Council will host a free 1st Thursday event on May 7 at Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden featuring a 10-minute short film on native plant biodiversity beginning at 5:45 p.m. with a panel discussion and guided tours following the screening. Noozhawk
- ➤ The Santa Barbara Literary Festival is taking place this weekend with panels at the Lobero Theatre and the former Karpeles Museum. Festival founders Leslie Zemeckis and Lorissa Rinehart plan to make the event annual. KEYT
- ➤ Chaucer's Books is hosting 'A Feast for Santa Barbara' on Wednesday, May 20 at 6 p.m. at 3321 State St. The event blends food and poetry with readings from local voices (over 100 contributors are featured). Noozhawk
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Educators at Dos Pueblos and UCSB are teaching students to use artificial intelligence as a tool rather than a crutch. UCSB approved a new AI major for the 2026–27 academic year, reflecting a hands-on approach to technology in local classrooms. Santa Barbara Independent
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ UCSB researcher Corina Logan is testing how grackles change their food choices at Leadbetter Beach Park (on Chumash ancestral lands) using goldfish crackers as rewards. She hopes the study will show how the birds' quick learning helps them adapt to human-made changes. Edhat
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ United Way volunteers provided free tax filing help to over 1,700 local households from Feb. 2 to Apr. 15 at four sites, returning over $2.4M in refunds for residents earning under $67,000. Extended services will be offered by appointment through Oct. 2026 (ITIN applications are included). Edhat
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Santa Barbara County Department of Behavioral Wellness has announced the annual Light Up Green campaign for Mental Health Month to shine green across more than 150 local locations throughout May. Residents, businesses, and partners are invited to join events and support mental wellness—creating more good days together. Edhat
- ➤ Cottage Surgical Clinics will host a free virtual Meet the Doctor event focusing on colon cancer prevention and screening Tuesday, May 19 from 4-5 p.m. It will feature a Q&A session with Dr. Lexine Yurcho — a board-certified surgeon who will share early screening guidelines. Noozhawk
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UCSB Softball lost 3-1 to CSU Fullerton on Saturday at the Campus Diamond in Isla Vista (Senior Day), and the team will face UC San Diego as the No. 6 seed in the Big West Championships on Wednesday, May 6 at Anderson Family Field in Fullerton. Noozhawk
- ➤ Next Wednesday at 3 p.m., Santa Barbara High faces Cate in the Division 3 opener of the CIF-SS boys tennis playoffs as six local teams continue a strong spring season. Noozhawk
- ➤ Carpinteria High baseball pitched a combined no-hitter and won 14 to 0 over Villanova Prep on Senior Day Saturday at John Calderwood Field in Carpinteria, finishing a 17 to 5 season ahead of their playoff matchup next week while honoring its seniors with a special sendoff. Noozhawk
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Pat Metheny Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Ticket information available — Experience an unforgettable evening with renowned jazz guitarist Pat Metheny.
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Candlelight Tribute to ABBA & Queen
6:15-9:30 p.m. — Music Academy of the West — Enchanting concert — Immerse yourself in a magical evening with live string renditions of iconic hits in a stunning candlelit setting.
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California Baptist Lancers vs UC Santa Barbara Gauchos Baseball
4:35 – 5:35 PM — The Cove Santa Barbara — Cost info not provided — Watch an exciting college baseball matchup in the beautiful Santa Barbara setting.
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May Area Meeting
6-8 PM — Sullivan Goss Gallery — Free admission — Engage in a creative discussion with artists and uncover the journey of artistic expression.
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Integrative Flow Yoga Class
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Yoga Soup — Check website for pricing — Experience an active and mindful vinyasa class that fuses breathwork and relaxation techniques.
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Lavender Bliss Martini Class and Lunch
12-2 p.m. — Jane At The Marketplace — Ticket price includes lunch and drinks — Shake, sip, and learn to craft a Lavender Bliss Martini with an interactive cocktail class.
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Mahler's Resurrection Symphony
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Granada Theatre — Paid — Experience Mahler’s monumental Symphony No. 2 in a powerful concert led by Nir Kabaretti, with soloists and chorus.
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Integrative Restoration (iRest) Meditation
12:15-1:15 p.m. — Yoga Soup — Accessible entry — Experience therapeutic meditation that calms the nervous system and fosters emotional integration.
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Nite Moves Summer Sunset Series
6 p.m. — Leadbetter Beach — Registration required — Experience a vibrant evening on the beach with aquathlon, 5K run, and open water swim during summer sunsets.
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Glen Phillips Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — SOhO Restaurant & Music Club — Ticket prices apply — Enjoy an evening with the introspective singer-songwriter known for his work with Toad the Wet Sprocket.
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