Good morning, Santa Barbara.

Campers were evacuated from six cabins along El Capitan Creek on Monday when fire crews battled a quarter-acre vegetation fire north of Highway 101 and El Capitan State Beach — responders also worked to secure downed power lines as additional cabins were at risk.

Seoulmate Kitchen, a new Korean fusion restaurant and café, soft-launched at Santa Barbara Public Market on July 11 and will host its three-day grand opening at 38 W Victoria St starting July 18—its menu features Korean-inspired dishes and artisanal café offerings.

The SBCC Theatre Group presents Young Frankenstein — a campy musical delight — at its Garvin stage through July 26.

Directed by Rick Mokler and featuring standout performances by Dillon Yuhasz and others, the show mixes clever dialogue with energetic choreography to bring the Mel Brooks classic to life.

The Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office is asking for help finding 85-year-old Sonia Lang Crestfield, a white woman with gray hair—wearing a black sweater, dark blue jeans, black tennis shoes, white gloves and carrying a blue walker who was last seen at Friendship Manor in Isla Vista on July 11 at 11:30 a.m.

Caltrans crews are working overnight on US 101, State Route 135 and State Route 217 for bridge deck maintenance and safety projects in Santa Barbara county—workers in Goleta, Gaviota, Orcutt and Santa Maria will continue repairs for three months.

A driver safety project will restripe off-ramps and install wrong-way indicators until July 18—travelers should expect ramp closures during weeknights.

Dignity Health Marian Medical Center has acquired a second da Vinci Xi surgical robot—thanks to a $500,000 donation—to expand its minimally invasive surgery program and offer patients on the Central Coast procedures with smaller incisions for less pain and faster recovery.

Santa Barbara’s Ford Harman is a 19-year-old beach volleyball player who made his AVP debut as an 18-year-old and is the only collegiate competitor in the main draw while joining the 2025 Beach Collegiate/U26 national team training block in Hermosa Beach—he transferred from Long Beach State after a national championship season and aims for an Olympic future.

The Goleta Valley Girls Softball Association 8U Thunder All-Stars won the Lindsay Rose Memorial Tournament this weekend in Goleta, finishing 4-0 with a 2-1 win over Santa Maria while their pitching staff struck out 11 batters in four innings while allowing one hit & they will now compete in the Cal State games in San Diego later this week &.

UCSB baseball star Tyler Bremner was drafted second overall by the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday — making him the highest drafted Gaucho in program history — and he is the first Angel pick from UCSB since Jack Dashwood in 2019.

Real Estate Meetup - Monthly Networking Event

6-8 p.m. — Kiva Cowork: State St. — Free entry — Connect with local real estate enthusiasts and entrepreneurs in a collaborative networking environment.

CAAMP Live in Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Santa Barbara Bowl — Tickets required — Experience the vibrant sounds of CAAMP with their unique musical style.

California Wine Festival: Beachside Wine Festival

1-4 p.m. — Chase Palm Park — Ticketed event — Celebrate California’s wine heritage with tastings, food pairings, and live music in a stunning beachside setting.

Art KIT: Business and Legal Considerations for Artists

1-3 p.m. — Community Arts Workshop — Free entry — Learn essential business and legal skills to protect and promote your artistic career.

Soccer Summer Camp at UC Santa Barbara

9 a.m.-3 p.m. — University of California, Santa Barbara — Registration fees apply — Enhance your soccer skills and enjoy a unique training experience with Real Madrid Foundation coaches.

2025 Nite Moves Summer Sunset Series

6 p.m. — Leadbetter Beach — Entry fees apply — Dive into a night of swimming, running, and biathlon events by the stunning Santa Barbara shoreline.

Father John Misty Live Concert

6-7:30 p.m. — Santa Barbara Bowl — $51.50 - $71.50 — Experience a soulful evening of indie rock under the summer sky with Father John Misty.

Gogol Bordello Concert

7-9 p.m. — Arlington Theatre — Check website for price — Experience the eclectic sounds of Gogol Bordello alongside Puzzled Panther in Santa Barbara.

25th Annual Woodies at the Beach

9 AM – 3 PM — Santa Barbara City College — Entrance at West Campus — Celebrate stunning Woodie cars with ocean views and enjoy food trucks and activities.

Herbs for Common Health Conditions

12-2 p.m. — Ema's Herbs — Check website for cost — Explore herbal remedies for everyday health issues with expert guidance from local herbalist Emily Watson.