Good morning, Santa Barbara.

Santa Barbara Airport and Santa Barbara Public Library launched Library on the Fly on July 15 — a free book exchange on the terminal’s second floor past Gate 2 where passengers can take or donate books and sign up for digital access.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast is hosting its 27th Annual Ag For Youth Golf Tournament on July 31 at Santa Maria Country Club to raise funds for local youth programs.

The event offers lunch, on-course activities, and a Pebble Beach raffle, while another tournament is set for Oct. 2 at Hunter Ranch Golf Course in Paso Robles.

Civil rights icon Dolores Huerta recorded a special interview at TV Santa Barbara on July 6 with students, educators, and community leaders to discuss her lifelong advocacy and the power of voting.

The full episode will air soon on TV channels and streaming platforms (including on demand).

Local Cambria Winery launches Txiki, a lower-alcohol sparkling wine inspired by Spain's txakoli at its Los Olivos tasting room (2367 Alamo Pintado Ave).

Winemaker Jill Russell said the fun, acid-driven sip comes after six years of development to offer a perfect summer drink.

Lela Rose opened its first California boutique in Montecito last month at The Post on East Cabrillo Blvd. The 1,095 sqft shop, designed by Studio DB, offers ready-to-wear apparel, accessories, and select home decor and recently hosted a dinner event to mark its debut.

Taste of the Santa Ynez Valley will feature dinners, wine tastings, and activities from Oct.

1 to 4 in venues across Los Olivos, Santa Ynez and Solvang — Friday’s dinner will merge events at Santa Ynez Ranch and Sunday ends with brunch at Zaca Creek Tavern.

Young the Giant will headline the Santa Barbara Bowl on Saturday, July 18, with their new album Victory Garden as a fresh chapter for the band + lead guitarist Jacob Tilley recalls their deep local roots from early shows at Isla Vista and State Street.

Flamenco Arts Festival presents its signature GALA Evening at the Lobero Theatre on Friday, Aug.

7 — the event begins with a free pre-concert reception at 6 p.m. featuring live music and wine, then the West Coast premiere of Flamenco Suite airs at 7:30 p.m. with a VIP after-party afterward.

Record 60 shipping lines are joining the Blue Whales Blue Skies program to slow vessels to 10 knots through the Santa Barbara Channel today to improve whale safety & reduce air pollution.

Santa Barbara County reported a 6% drop in homelessness in 2025 even as transitional-age youth increased 22% and older adult homelessness rose 7% with average shelter gaps lengthening from 134 to 190 days.

County officials also launched HARP (a new alliance for coordinated housing services) during a July 14 meeting.

Today, the Cancer Foundation of Santa Barbara awarded $35,000 in grants to Organic Soup Kitchen ($15,000) and Santa Ynez Valley Community Outreach ($20,000) to help provide nutritious, medically tailored meals for cancer patients countywide.

Vikings of Solvang held a community blood drive in partnership with Vitalant that collected 150 units, with each donation capable of saving up to three lives.

The next drive is scheduled for Sept 30 at the Solvang Veterans Memorial Hall (1745 Mission Drive).

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.