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Santa Barbara
Monday, May 5th, 2025
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ SPARK Rescue Santa Barbara hosted a brunch event called Pride and Paws on Sunday at the Wildcat and the Glitter Brunch where volunteers introduced puppies like 12-week-old Kobe to the community to encourage adoptions. The fundraiser aimed to raise money to buy a rescue facility so more animals can be saved—volunteers explained that without a facility, some animals cannot be rescued. KEYT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The SBIFF Film Center will meet with the Historic Landmarks Commission on May 7 to review its renovation plans before it temporarily closes on May 12. The film center (located at 916 State St) will update its foyer, add a wheelchair ramp for ADA compliance and change its design, with work scheduled to finish by year-end. Noozhawk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal announced five winners of the 2025 Congressional Women of the Year Award from the Central Coast—Alison Wales from Lompoc, JoAnne Meade Young from Santa Barbara, Lisa Kawamura from Arroyo Grande, Julie Rodewald from Los Osos and Cherie Eulau from Ventura. Their achievements will be recorded in the Congressional Record and they will receive a special congressional pin at a later award ceremony. Noozhawk
- ➤ Santa Barbara will remove the unmarked Highway 101 offramp (exit 95) leading to Los Patos Way and the 1901 Union Pacific Railroad Bridge with its dangerous 12-foot, 3-inch clearance as part of the U.S. 101 HOV project planned for completion by 2030. City officials will redesign the area by building a shoofly to keep trains running and exploring new land uses while the environmental impact report is open for public comment through May 27. Noozhawk
- ➤ State investigators reviewed six ICE detention centers under a 2017 law and found serious gaps in mental health care—issues include poor suicide prevention, improper recordkeeping, and excessive use of force at some sites. The report also noted that the number of detained individuals has grown to over 3,100, with about 75% having no criminal history. Santa Barbara Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Division I soccer players Scott Buie and Hayden Carlson won the men's 3.0 age 5-35 pickleball title on Sunday at the Santa Barbara Municipal Courts by beating twin opponents Hudson and Asher Frei 11-2 and 11-8—Buie and Carlson, who played at Dos Pueblos and UC Davis, plan to enter another tournament soon. Noozhawk
- ➤ Kelly and Lisa Strand, who grew up playing volleyball at East Beach, will be honored with a new court called “The Strand Court” at Court No. 3 starting at 10 a.m. May 31—an event organized by the Friends of East Beach Association to recognize their long-time role in the sport. Noozhawk
- ➤ Dos Pueblos, Santa Barbara and Laguna Blanca all advanced to the quarterfinals after winning their playoff matches on Saturday—Dos Pueblos beat Fontana, Santa Barbara defeated Foothill, and Laguna Blanca overcame La Cañada. The teams will play new opponents on Wednesday, with Dos Pueblos facing Crean Lutheran, Santa Barbara hosting Sherman Oaks Notre Dame, and Laguna Blanca traveling to Pacifica Christian. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Six local boys tennis teams earned spots in the CIF-SS playoffs after strong regular season records, and all first-round games will be on Wednesday at 3 p.m. — Santa Barbara High faces Palm Desert, San Marcos will host Fairmont Prep, Cate will play at Burroughs High, Dos Pueblos meets Golden Valley, Laguna Blanca takes on Liberty High, and Carpinteria will visit Jurupa Valley. Noozhawk
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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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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.
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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.
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Mitch Kashmar Live Performance in Santa Barbara
7-10:30 p.m. — Carrillo Recreation Center — $35 general/$45 VIP — Experience the soulful sounds of blues legend Mitch Kashmar along with local favorites Tom Ball and Kenny Sultan.
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UCSB Gamelan Ensemble
5-8 p.m. — Karl Geiringer Hall — Free entry — Experience the enchanting sounds of traditional Indonesian gamelan music performed by talented UCSB musicians.
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2025 Nite Moves Summer Sunset Series
6 p.m. — Leadbetter Beach — Entry fee applies — Experience a thrilling evening of swimming, running, and biathlon events in scenic Santa Barbara.
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