Good morning, Santa Barbara.

United Way of Santa Barbara County awarded over $220,000 in childcare scholarships to nearly 40 children and their families, easing working parents’ childcare costs & addressing local challenges for those in the missing middle.

Camp Canine in Santa Barbara halted daycare after a one-year-old bulldog drowned in an unfenced pool on Thursday – the facility is reviewing safety protocols while police investigate the incident.

Historic renovations at the Cañedo Adobe and Padre’s Quarters in El Presidio are underway this summer.

The Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation manages repairs to porches and roofs with California State Parks and Harrison Design (ensuring public access stays open).

UCSB communication scholar Dan Lane has been named a UC Fellow to study AI chatbots as civic educators among college students at the university, and his project will examine the benefits and risks of these tools in promoting democratic participation.

Santa Barbara native Jay Casbon, an academic leader and author with roles at Oregon State and Lewis & Clark, reflects on baseball’s power as an underdog story that inspires hope during Central Coast summer.

He co-authored Side by Side: The Sacred Art of Couples Aging with Wisdom & Love.

Oil seeps near Coal Oil Point have recently released an amount equivalent to the 2015 Refugio spill over a few days, and experts say that safe production in the South Ellwood field — a proven method to lower reservoir pressure — may reduce seepage and improve water quality.

The Repair Café held a free repair workshop at the CEC Environmental Hub Saturday, where 25 to 30 volunteers helped locals fix items such as tables, chairs, and toasters.

Participants learned practical repair skills to reduce waste and enjoyed complimentary coffee.

Santa Barbara County Parks Division released the Draft Program EIR on June 26 to evaluate environmental impacts and propose improvements for its Recreation Master Plan and related zoning changes; the public can review the document +and submit written comments+.

The Buellton Planning Commission discussed food truck regulations last Thursday as the city considers permitting permanent trucks and pods on private properties.

The proposal includes limits on operating hours, noise, and placement near residential areas.

The Foresters won 14—2 on Friday at Eddie Mathews Field and began a two-game home series against the San Luis Obispo Blues on Saturday at 4:30 p.m.

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.