Good morning, Santa Barbara.

Friendship Center marked 50 years of service when city & county officials honored it with a commendation on July 2 and a Resolution on July 7; the nonprofit will host its inaugural Dementia Care Conference & Family Reunion on Sept.

26-27 for older adults with dementia and families.

The Solvang Danish Days Foundation announced Ainsley Haws will serve as the 2026 Danish Maid for the festival running Sept.

18 to 20 in Solvang, and she worked with local dressmaker Roberta Skidmore to highlight her Danish heritage in the dress.

Buellton City Council approved a $5,870 funding request from nonprofit Solvang Cinema Arts + councilmember Elizabeth Orona to host Movies in the Park at River View Park on Aug.

28 with a family-friendly screening of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial designed to revive community movie nights.

Marinella Baker has been named as the new deputy director of the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum; she brings 16 years of nonprofit leadership and fundraising success (from $280,000 to $1.3 million) at the Elings Park Foundation to support the museum’s growth.

PVAC and SOPA present 'Once Upon A One More Time' at Jo Ann Caines Theatre (La Cumbre Jr. High, 2255 Modoc Rd) with multiple showtimes starting July 31.

The summer production reimagines fairy tales with twists from Britney Spears hits.

Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved a budget revision that restored 15 full-time County Health Department positions today using an extended state reimbursement rate to avoid a revenue drop and improve staffing, with a state budget update expected on Aug.

18.

Rising temperatures across the Central Coast have prompted local health officials to urge residents to stay hydrated & take breaks in the shade to avoid heat-related illness.

The San Luis Obispo County Department of Public Health advises those working outdoors to remain weather aware as temperatures continue to climb.

Santa Barbara Volleyball Club captured the AAU Boys 17 Premier National Championship with a perfect 12-0 record when it defeated Vegas United on Friday.

The tournament featured over 350 teams in the 17 age group, underscoring the club's strong performance.

Riders will compete in both outdoor rings and an indoor arena at the Santa Barbara National Horse Show this weekend at the Earl Warren Showgrounds, a tradition spanning over 100 years.

The event continues today until 5 p.m.

Nick Salmon hit two home runs as the Foresters beat the San Luis Obispo Blues 10-2 at Sinsheimer Park on Saturday.

The team will host the Orange County Riptide at Eddie Mathews Field on Sunday at 2 p.m.

UCSB pitcher Jackson Flora was drafted fourth overall by the San Francisco Giants on Saturday.

The local standout—who grew up as a Giants fan (and was the first pitcher picked this year)—will now begin his journey in professional baseball.

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.

Slow Flow Yoga Class

10:30-11:45 AM — Yoga Soup — Registration required — Experience a gentle vinyasa and restorative class designed for all levels.

Asian American Film Series Closing Night

6-9 p.m. — Alhecama Theatre — Suggested donation of $5 — Celebrate AAPI-centered stories and filmmakers at the closing night of the series.

Siudy Flamenco - Flamenco Suite

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a captivating performance by the Siudy Garrido Flamenco Company in the heart of Santa Barbara.