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Monday, September 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 18th Annual Goleta Fall Classic Car Show is set for September 27 and 28 as part of The Goleta Lemon Festival—registrations for classic car entries are open until September 19 and the event will feature vehicles from many eras. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ The County of Santa Barbara Department of Behavioral Wellness will host the AFSP Out of the Darkness Community Walk on October 4 at Goleta Beach Park to honor lost lives and support those in need. Participants will check in at 9:00 a.m. and the walk will start at 10:00 a.m. as the event raises awareness on suicide prevention. Edhat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ensemble Theatre Company announced a lineup of directors for its 47th season called Truth and Illusion—mixing returning talent with new voices and a UCSB collaboration. The chosen directors include Jamie Torcellini, Robert Kelley, Pesha Rudnick, Brian McDonald, and Jenny Sullivan who will present a range of shows from comedy to drama. Noozhawk
- ➤ Joe Milazzo will open his exhibit 'Blessed: The Western Way of Life' on Oct. 11 at the Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum plus it will run through May 31. He uses pen and ink and charcoal plus adds color to capture his love for ranch life and the American West while local collectors loan his work and a reception is set from 6+8 p.m. on opening day. Noozhawk
- ➤ Santa Barbara Public Library is hosting its second annual Raíces y Sueños event series from September through mid-October — a free, family-friendly program that celebrates Hispanic immigrant culture through art, music, storytelling and workshops. The series features events like an art reception with Chicana artist Jacqueline Valenzuela and a market with crafts and live performances — all designed to foster community unity. Edhat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Goleta is accepting public comments on its draft CAPER report for the CDBG program until September 22 at 12:00 p.m.—a public hearing will be held on September 16 at 5:30 p.m. at the City Council meeting. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ The City of Santa Barbara announced Michael Arnoldus as its new HR director and he will begin his role on 22nd September. He brings over 20 years of public service experience—having led HR teams in Santa Monica and Ventura County—to strengthen the city workforce. Santa Barbara Independent
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Healing Qigong & Breathwork Class
7:45-8:45 a.m. — Yoga Soup — Cost info not provided — Experience the gentle art of Qigong to enhance your life force and relaxation.
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Yoga + Weights Class
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Yoga Soup — Check venue for pricing — Engage in a dynamic fitness class blending yoga, strength training, and HIIT with energizing music.
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Open House at The Oaks! Saturday, September 13th from 10am-12pm
Join us for Open House and discover how The Oaks brings families into their child’s early learning journey through a cooperative, play-based preschool program (ages 2.5-5). Drop in anytime between 10am and noon to explore our vibrant campus and welcoming community, where children learn through curiosity, connection, and joyful play.
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Back To La Lucha Libre III
7-10 p.m. — Franklin Elementary School — Ticket info at Tickeri — Experience an adrenaline-fueled night of exciting lucha libre wrestling for all ages.
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Jon Batiste Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Santa Barbara Bowl — Ticket prices vary — Experience genre-defying music from Grammy and Oscar-winning artist Jon Batiste.
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Balanced Flow Yoga Class
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Yoga Soup — Donation-based — A gentle and slow-paced vinyasa class combining deep listening, breath, and meditation to illuminate and ground the body.
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René Vaca 2025 Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Paid — Experience the comedic talent of René Vaca as he brings his 2025 Tour to Santa Barbara.
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Dawes (Duo) Tour
7-9 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Dawes with special guest Sam Weber in a night of folk rock and piano ballads.
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Santa Barbara Surf Film Festival
6 PM - 12 AM — Lobero Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate surfing culture with film screenings, presentations, and honored guests.
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Goleta Lemon Festival
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Girsh Park — Free entry — Celebrate family fun with food, entertainment, and exciting activities at Goleta's premier Lemon Festival.
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