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Santa Barbara
Friday, November 7th, 2025
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Veterans Day ceremony will be held at Santa Barbara Cemetery, 901 Channel Drive, on Nov 11 at 11 a.m. Barry De Vorzon Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1649 and the Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation will host bands, the UCSB Color Guard, and a jet flyover by The Condor Squadron — with the event ending with the first live performance of Barry De Vorzon's new song, The Veteran — to honor local military service. Noozhawk
- ➤ Residents are invited to volunteer at Ellwood Mesa (in Goleta) to help restore the Monarch butterfly winter habitat, with work scheduled for Nov. 15 and Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Volunteers will plant native food sources and trees (actions that will reduce wildfire risk and support local wildlife). Noozhawk
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An unknown assailant chopped down an oak tree, several eucalyptus trees and native shrubs at Lake Los Carneros in Goleta, and the city posted signs warning that damaging vegetation is illegal—Kelly Hoover said the city will manage regrowth to preserve the area for future generations. Santa Barbara Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Santa Barbara Symphony Youth Ensembles will hold two free concerts this November — one on Nov. 22 at 3 p.m. in Hahn Hall featuring the Camerata Ensemble and Philharmonia Orchestra under Marisa McLeod, and a second on Nov. 23 at 4 p.m. at Lobero Theatre with a galaxy-themed program led by Daniel Gee and the Youth Symphony. Noozhawk
- ➤ PCPA presents Disney’s Frozen — The Broadway Musical on stage; the show began yesterday at the Marian Theatre and will run until Dec. 21 — a second run is scheduled at Solvang Festival Theater from July 5 to Aug. 2. Noozhawk
- ➤ Greenpeace Co-Founder Rex Weyler will accept the inaugural Wild and Free Spirit Award on Saturday, November 15 at 5:45 p.m. at Camino Real Cinemas in Goleta for the documentary How to Change the World+ he will lead a Q&A session after the screening while the festival features 30 films and additional awards across its three-day schedule. Santa Barbara Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local high school seniors must apply by November 15 for 2026—27 art and honors scholarships offered by the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara, with honors awards for academic achievers in South County and art awards for fine arts students in Southern Santa Barbara County and at Santa Ynez Valley Union High School. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ The 76th A.S. Senate approved $20,000 in funding to partially reinstate UCSB Library’s Late Night Study hours from October, extending service from 1 to 3 a.m. Sunday to Thursday — reopening the library at 7 a.m. daily. Senate leaders also discussed programs to help students losing SNAP benefits — including free meals with an EBT card and plans for a Thanksgiving food drive. Daily Nexus
- ➤ UC Santa Barbara professor Daniel Blumenthal’s lab was chosen as one of four teams by the National Science Foundation to join its National Quantum Virtual Laboratory project. The $4 million project — funded over two years — will build a digital twin of a quantum computer so researchers can test new ideas. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Starr King Parent-Child Workshop will host its Winter Holiday Market & Silent Auction at 1525 1/2 Santa Barbara St. on Nov 16 from 3-7 p.m. The event will offer fun family activities like bounce houses, face painting, snow play, crafts, local food, and a silent auction to support the preschool (entry is free with both free and paid kids’ activities available) (pre-registration online gives one complimentary child ticket). Noozhawk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State officials have revamped a decades-old plan to create public access to Hollister Ranch beaches — completing an environmental review and seeking public input on access options. The public is invited to join in-person workshops on November 12 at Oak Valley Elementary in Buellton and November 13 at the Goleta Valley Community Center or a virtual session on November 17 via Zoom. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ The Santa Barbara County Planning Commission approved the Environmental Justice Element—a guide meant to help low-income communities facing pollution problems. Commissioners and public commenters asked for better outreach and a clear plan, and the element now moves to the Board of Supervisors for adoption. Santa Barbara Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Santa Barbara Half Marathon Weekend celebrates its 5th anniversary and sold out three weeks early with over 7,000 registered runners from across 45 states and 11 countries—kicking off today with Palm Park and Funk Zone Festivals. Runners will enjoy scenic routes along the waterfront and historic downtown while race day road closures on November 9 will affect traffic—supporting local programs and raising a record $60,000 for youth organizations. Noozhawk
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Santa Barbara Half Marathon & 5K
7 AM – 12 PM — Loquita Santa Barbara — Cost info not specified — Experience the scenic beauty of Santa Barbara while running in a half marathon or 5K.
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Repair Cafe Santa Barbara
6-8 p.m. — Rancho Goleta Lakeside — Free entry — Gather with neighbors to repair, recycle, and restore your items in a friendly community setting.
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Evening with Judy Collins and Tom Rush
7-8:30 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting voice of Grammy award-winner Judy Collins alongside the legendary Tom Rush in a memorable concert.
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Object-Oriented Programming in C# Training Class
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — GSA Training — $2250 — Enhance your software development skills with expert-led C# programming training in Santa Barbara.
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Samantha Fish Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Not specified — Experience the GRAMMY®-nominated musician showcasing her new album alongside Southern rock powerhouse Robert Jon & The Wreck.
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Shine On - Pink Floyd Tribute
7:30-9 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the magic of Pink Floyd's iconic music brought to life by Shine On with stunning stage design.
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UCSB Chamber Players Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Karl Geiringer Hall — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of captivating chamber music performed by talented musicians from UCSB.
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SBHS Class of 2005 Reunion
7-10 p.m. — Arlington Theatre — $40 — Celebrate 20 years since graduation with light bites, a photobooth, and nostalgic 2005 drink specials.
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Swan Lake
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Arlington Theatre — Family-friendly event — Experience the world’s most in-demand ballet with a full-scale production of Tchaikovsky’s legendary masterpiece.
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Indigenous Market
11 a.m.-3 p.m. — 3227 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA — Free admission — Celebrate local native artists and enjoy vibrant traditional performances at this cultural arts fair.
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