Good morning, Santa Barbara.

Carpinteria celebrated its Fourth of July holiday a week early on Saturday when the 29th annual Rods & Roses car show ran from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the Independence Day parade started at 3:30 p.m. featuring local groups and a tribute to Dr. Jim Campos.

SpaceX will launch its Falcon 9 from Vandenberg today between 7 and 11 a.m. to send 24 Starlink satellites into orbit.

The backup window is Monday and the booster will land on the droneship Of Course I Still Love You—viewers can watch the webcast 10 minutes before liftoff.

Jay Casbon uses his watchmaker's work (a craft of precision and care) to draw lessons for Santa Barbara's civic life as the community prepares for its 250th Fourth of July.

He urges residents to treat community upkeep with the same patience and attention as repairing a fine watch.

Gonzo Ichthyology is a creative new book by UCSB's Milton Love + Jessica Eggers that blends fish science with art.

The self-published work has been longlisted for the 2026 World Illustration Awards.

Terrence Dressler from the Air Pollution Control District granted Sable Offshore a five-day variance for excess emissions at Platform Heritage (located eight miles off the coast) after the company exceeded its permit on May 22; Sable Offshore expects to fix the issues within 90 days to prevent further violations.

Highway 101 construction will impact motorists from today through July 11 as crews build new median bridges and upgrade storm drainage.

Cabrillo Blvd under Hwy 101 will close on Tuesday, June 30 from 9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Drivers in affected areas should follow planned detours.

On June 22, Goleta Planning Commission voted against the CUP for Anthem Chapel’s new 20,000 sqft church on a 2.5 acre lot near Los Carneros Lake (neighbors cited concerns over safety, traffic, and butterfly habitat).

Anthem Chapel will appeal the decision to City Council.

San Marcos High School has named Alex Hoover as Head Baseball Coach for the Royals; he brings experience from Menlo College and roles with Cal Poly and local teams (including Santa Barbara City College and the Foresters) and will focus on player development and academics.

On Friday, the Santa Barbara Foresters lost 8-6 to the San Diego Waves at Eddie Mathews Field in a competitive game, and the team will look to break its losing streak when it faces the Menlo Park Legends at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday.

Sinatra Under the Stars Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort — Full bar available — Experience iconic Sinatra hits in a stunning coastal outdoor setting.

Academy Festival Orchestra: The Planets, An HD Odyssey

7:30-9 p.m. — The Granada Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a cosmic journey through orchestral works accompanied by stunning NASA visuals.

Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore Live Concert

7-10 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Ticket details not specified — Experience the roots music fusion of Grammy winners Dave Alvin and Jimmie Dale Gilmore.

Soccer Summer Camp in Santa Barbara

9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. — University of California, Santa Barbara — Registration required — Train with Real Madrid coaches and improve your soccer skills while making new friends.

Jah Ollin Live with Koalishon & Heavy Rotation

9-11 p.m. — SOhO Restaurant & Music Club — Tickets available — Experience an evening of heavy rhythms and Irie vibes with Jah Ollin and special guests.

26th Annual Woodies at the Beach

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Santa Barbara City College — Free admission — Explore beautifully restored Woodies overlooking the Pacific Ocean in a picturesque coastal setting.

The Hidden Life of Wolves - Film

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Tickets starting at $140 — Experience the captivating journey into the hidden life of wolves in this must-see film event.