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Santa Barbara
Monday, May 26th, 2025
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Memorial Day is observed at the Santa Barbara Polo + Raquet Club with retired Marine Capt. Shannon MacGillivray McGraw, Junior Marine Peyton McGraw, and Brigadier General Fatty B of the Horse Corps. The ceremony honors those who served and sacrificed to protect our country. Noozhawk
- ➤ On May 20, more than 500 supporters gathered at Lobero Theater to celebrate the Women’s Fund awards to 11 local nonprofits + the event marked a 21-year record of $1.25 million raised from 1,426 members. The awards will boost programs for domestic violence, youth transitions, and childcare + other vital community services in south Santa Barbara County. Noozhawk
- ➤ The Santa Barbara Police Activities League held its annual Putting Kids First benefit at the Carriage Museum—drawing 250 supporters who raised $180,000 for youth mentoring programs. The event honored key contributors like the Feldman family and Tri-County Produce Company—featuring a pulled pork cook-off between local agencies. Noozhawk
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new state report has set the low-income threshold in Santa Barbara County at $98,850 — based on a median income of $119,100 and rising living costs. The report shows that nearly 42% of households face poverty as high housing expenses force many renters to spend large portions of their income on rent. Noozhawk
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Extraordinary educators from Santa Barbara County were honored at the 2025 Education Celebration hosted by the Santa Barbara County Education Office at Craft House at Corque in Solvang, where nearly 100 teachers and staff received awards for innovative teaching and service. Award categories included the Crystal Apple Educator Awards, Bill Cirone Heart of Education Award, and career technical educator awards chosen by SBCEO’s Teachers Network. Noozhawk
- ➤ The Royal Pride Foundation exceeded its $100,000 goal at the Royal Garden Party benefit for San Marcos High School, where 250 supporters enjoyed dinner, live auctions, music, and awards. The funds raised will go to teacher grants and campus upgrades—supporting improvements for all students. Noozhawk
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Opera In The Kitchen, created by Lulu Cannito, brings an Italian cooking class, dinner and live opera performance to Santa Barbara each winter as guests cook pasta and savory dishes from scratch before a professional singer delivers arias & meets with them after the meal. Noozhawk
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Santa Ynez’s Von Gordon shot his second five-under-par round on Sunday at SB Golf Club and remains 10-under-par in the Championship Flight heading into today's final round at 9:42 a.m.—Hudson Vedder and San Marcos High sophomore Austin Downing follow closely with rounds that put them at nine-under and seven-under-par. Noozhawk
- ➤ SBCC will honor former MLB pitcher Dylan Axelrod when it inducts him into the Vaqueros Hall of Fame on May 31 at a noon reception at the Campus Center + 721 Cliff Drive. Axelrod, who grew up playing on local fields and pitched for teams like the Chicago White Sox and Cincinnati Reds, now works as a pitching coordinator for the Detroit Tigers. Noozhawk
- ➤ Santa Maria Speedway reopened under new owner Pat Cusack and his family, who upgraded the track with new lighting, fencing, and a fresh racing surface. The venue drew large crowds after its late April reopening and is set to host various racing events through November — promising a revived local racing tradition. Noozhawk
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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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Home & Garden Lifestyle Expo
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Earl Warren Showgrounds — Various show discounts — Explore hundreds of sustainable home and garden products and services under one roof.
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Art KIT: Grant Writing, Funding, and Residencies Workshop
1-3:30 p.m. — Paseo Nuevo Conference Room — Cost info not provided — Explore the essentials of securing grants and funding for creative projects.
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HOWL: Strawberry Moon
5-10 p.m. — Hotel Californian — Free entry — Experience inventive cocktails and personalized readings under the full Strawberry Moon.
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Ryan Bingham Live in Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Santa Barbara Bowl — Ticket prices vary — Experience Grammy and Oscar-winning artist Ryan Bingham alongside The Texas Gentlemen for an unforgettable night of music.
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Brandy Clark Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the renowned Brandy Clark and the legendary Mary Chapin Carpenter in an intimate live performance.
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