Good morning, Santa Barbara.

Angelique Springer Davis was installed as president of the Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise for the new Rotary year.

A longtime local leader, she brings her theme (Powered by Purpose and Joy) from the Rotary International Convention in Taipei to inspire community service.

Amtrak Pacific Surfliner has launched Your Ticket to Endless Escapes, a campaign that invites riders to explore coastal communities along its 351-mile route.

The interactive program available via complimentary maps in Café Cars at select stations offers limited-edition stickers and rewards for repeat travel.

The SBC Animal Care Foundation will host Tails of Hope 2026 on Sunday, Sept.

20 from 2-5 p.m. at Rancho La Patera Stow House in Goleta (supporting efforts for animal services) to raise vital funds for thousands of local animals.

Local farms have boosted food access through the Farm to Foodbank program, which distributed over 718,000 pounds of produce in its first year—directly investing over $1 million in area farms.

The program will continue to support local neighbors this year.

Habitat for Humanity’s Santa Barbara ReStore will open its secondhand shop at 400 State St on Aug.

26 at 10 a.m.—donations of lightly used furniture, home décor and building materials accepted on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. help fund affordable housing.

Wine & Fire 2026 is a four-day festival celebrating 25 years of the Sta.

Rita Hills AVA and will run from Aug. 13 to 16 in Lompoc. The event features vineyard tastings, master classes and special dinners showcasing the region's renowned wines and culinary expertise.

UCSB’s Gevirtz School is launching a new BA major, Education and Society (drawing on diverse faculty expertise) to meet rising student interest beyond K-12 teaching.

Prospective students may start applying in fall 2026 with classes beginning in fall 2027.

SBCC’s Dual Enrollment Summer Bridge Program hosted over 100 rising ninth graders from SBUSD and CUSD for a week-long college experience at its Cliff Campus from Jun.

22-26, allowing students to earn one transferable unit and tour campus departments. The program builds confidence for first-generation students.

Two UCSB-led projects were selected for DOE’s Genesis Mission (an initiative to accelerate AI-driven scientific discovery) last week.

Professors Michelle O’Malley and Justin Wilson will lead experiments at UCSB labs to test innovative methods for chemical production and metal separation.

Starting early August, the Via Lucero Wastewater Force Main Replacement Project on the 100 block of North Hope Avenue shifts from nighttime to daytime work hours (7 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and will finish in December, causing intermittent traffic on nearby streets.

The upgrade reduces the risk of leaks and service disruptions.

Santa Barbara Unified and HASBARCO broke ground on San Simeon Oaks Village, a 106-unit housing project that will favor 97 apartments for school staff and low-income residents.

The project in the Eastern Goleta Valley will finish construction by July 2028 (trees will be reused to make school benches).

Presidio Springs in Santa Barbara is set to be redeveloped to increase affordable senior housing from 122 to 326 units with a phased plan that includes temporary relocations so residents can return.

The Housing Authority has engaged the community (721 Laguna St.) to provide continuous outreach and updated project details.

Today, the Santa Barbara Foresters begin their NBC World Series run in Wichita (game starts at 4 p.m. PST against the Great Bend Bat Cats) as they seek an 11th title after a 26-6-1 season that earned them the CCL South Division crown, led by Manager Bill Pintard.

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.