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Santa Barbara
Sunday, August 10th, 2025
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Channel Islands YMCA Association concluded its 6th Annual Backpack Give Back drive on August 1—collecting over 1,100 backpacks from branches spanning Camarillo to San Luis Obispo—to support vulnerable youth during the school year. The backpacks will be distributed through local schools and community agencies in Santa Barbara, Lompoc, Ventura and San Luis Obispo. Edhat
- ➤ After the Mariachi Festival, a guest (67) thanked the Santa Barbara Bowl for its safe and warm service that made him feel at home. His words remind us that acts of kindness are noticed by people throughout Santa Barbara (a mark of our close-knit community). Santa Barbara Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Aegean Santa Barbara will soon open at 731 De La Guerra Plaza in downtown Santa Barbara — the new restaurant from Chef Efe Onoglu, who brings his Mediterranean flavors and local ingredients to a seasonal menu. Chef Efe, known for his work on four continents, draws on deep family ties to deliver dishes that celebrate fresh produce and seafood from the county. Edhat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ PCPA invites young performers to audition for Disney’s Frozen at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 23 at its rehearsal studios at the Columbia Business Center in Santa Maria—auditionees must prepare 60 seconds of a song with sheet music and be ready for rehearsals starting September 23 for a fall run at Marian Theatre from November 6 to December 21. Noozhawk
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Saturday marked day 9 of the Gifford Fire, which burned 104,402 acres and was 21% contained as firefighters battled hot, dry weather. Officials said flames advanced into the Garcia Wilderness — threatening the Machesna Mountain Wilderness — while crews reinforced control lines to keep the fire from spreading. KSBY
- ➤ The Santa Barbara County Association of Governments and the county completed broadband designs and an environmental review funded by a state grant to ready nine rural communities for last-mile fiber network construction — construction will begin once new state and federal funding is secured. Noozhawk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Santa Barbara received the Sister Cities International Innovation in Business, Trade, and Professional Exchange 2025 Award at an event in Fort Worth on July 22. Mayor Randy Rowse accepted the honor and credited local volunteers and international partners like Puerto Vallarta—showing a strong commitment to citizen diplomacy. Edhat
- ➤ Acting Library Director Brandon Beaudette presented a proposal for new outdoor furniture on July 30 but the Historic Landmarks Commission rejected the plan for orange benches and chairs for the library plaza — several commissioners said they felt the design did not fit. City officials said they will return with a revised plan in late August or early fall to better match the plaza and existing murals. Noozhawk
- ➤ Caltrans announced that it will begin work at the intersection of Highway 1 and Santa Lucia Canyon Road to eliminate left-turn maneuvers (resulting in ramp closures). Local drivers should plan for delays during the project (designed to improve traffic flow). Noozhawk
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gabe Vincent—a 2018 Gauchos graduate and current Los Angeles Lakers guard—is hosting a two-day hoops clinic at Santa Barbara High School where he teaches NBA drills to students in 5th-8th grade and high school. The camp aims to help young athletes improve their skills through the same drills Vincent practices daily. KEYT
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Gem Faire
12-6 p.m. — Earl Warren Showgrounds — $7 weekend pass — Explore an array of gems, jewelry, and crafts in a vibrant market atmosphere.
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Robert Glasper at Lobero Theatre
7-9 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the genre-defying brilliance of Grammy-winning artist Robert Glasper live in concert.
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Slightly Stoopid Concert
6-10 p.m. — Santa Barbara Bowl — $56.50 - $82.50 — Experience the reggae-rock vibes of Slightly Stoopid in a dynamic live performance.
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2025 Nite Moves Summer Sunset Series
6 p.m. — Leadbetter Beach — Participation fees apply — Enjoy an exciting evening of swimming and running events against a stunning beach backdrop.
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Social Meetup at Kim's Service Department
6-8 p.m. — Kim's Service Department — No cover charge — Enjoy drinks and mingling at this vibrant downtown meetup for the Santa Barbara social crowd.
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An Evening with Pete Yorn
7-10:30 p.m. — SOhO Restaurant & Music Club — Tickets available — Enjoy a special performance from critically acclaimed artist Pete Yorn following his exciting past year.
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An Evening with Mt. Joy
7-8:30 p.m. — Santa Barbara Bowl — Ticket prices vary — Experience the uplifting sounds of Mt. Joy, the band behind the hit 'Silver Lining.'
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Community Song Circle
7-8:30 p.m. — Yoga Soup — No cost mentioned — Experience the joy of group singing and connect through music in a welcoming environment.
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2025 Nite Moves Aquathlon and 5K Run
6 p.m. — Leadbetter Beach — Registration required — Participate in exciting swimming and running events against the stunning backdrop of Santa Barbara.
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Tab Benoit Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of blues with the acclaimed Tab Benoit and his extensive back catalog.
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