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Santa Barbara
Saturday, November 8th, 2025
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Summerland, Sweetwheel Farms, led by Leslie Person Ryan, has expanded its Food with Dignity program to deliver twice as many produce bags each week to help families facing a surge in food insecurity in Santa Barbara County. The program, funded by private donations and profits from its daily farmers’ market stand, serves over 500 people each Monday and will add weekly Thursday deliveries—addressing urgent needs for fresh, healthy food. Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ Communities across Santa Barbara County will hold Veterans Day ceremonies, luncheons and public gatherings on Tuesday, Nov 11, with events including a flag raising at Santa Barbara Cemetery, a plaque dedication in Guadalupe and free meals in Santa Maria; today, the Santa Barbara County Veterans Foundation hosts its fifth annual salute in Solvang Park—featuring live music, games and a military vehicle display—with proceeds benefitting veteran programs. Noozhawk
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Teachers turned entrepreneurs Samantha Mooneyham and Ali Bogatz launched All Booked Up, Santa Barbara’s first mobile bookstore — a pink converted horse trailer offering a curated selection of fantasy, romance, and children’s books. They have partnered with local writers for readings and events, and will host the Brimstone Release Party on November 17 from 7–9 p.m. at Captain Fatty’s Brewery. Santa Barbara Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 43rd annual Messiah Sing Along will be held Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 7:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church—conducted by Phillip McLendon with an orchestra featuring SBCC Symphony members and volunteer soloists, while tickets cost $10 and support Unity Shoppe's local services. Noozhawk
- ➤ The Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History announced Robin Yardi as its newest Board of Trustees member—she is an author, educator, and naturalist with a lifelong bond to the museum who will help inspire visitor learning. Santa Barbara Independent
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ More than 100 seabirds became coated in oil from a natural seep off the Santa Barbara coast, with International Bird Rescue taking in 109 birds found near Ventura Harbor and Malibu. The Coast Guard and other agencies investigated the spill while local rescue teams cleaned the birds — donations are being sought to cover treatment costs. Noozhawk
- ➤ International Bird Rescue is treating several seabirds with oil on their feathers after an oil slick that covers about one square mile was found off the Santa Barbara coast on November 6. Sixty-two Western Grebes got care starting November 3 and more birds will be rescued as they arrive at a wildlife center in San Pedro. Edhat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office has proposed a temporary 72-hour ban on loud amplified music from Friday midnight to Sunday midnight during Deltopia weekend in Isla Vista to address crowd safety and emergency resource strains—officials say it applies to all properties and violations may lead to fines. Community members will share their views at a Town Hall meeting on November 12 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Isla Vista Theatre. Edhat
- ➤ Travelers flying out of Santa Barbara are advised to check flight statuses as several nonstop routes face potential delays due to the FAA’s phased flight reductions at 40 high-traffic airports starting November 7. The local airport is monitoring the situation closely—issuing updates as conditions evolve. Edhat
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lucy, a 13-year-old chihuahua from Woods Humane Society who is fee-waived for Senior Pet Month, is looking for a new home — she is calm and gets along well with cats. Huel, a 10-year-old Nelson’s Milk Snake from San Luis Obispo County Animal Services Center, was given up by his owner — he is easy to handle for snake lovers. KSBY
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The City’s Housing Authority held a ceremony (November 6) to start converting the old Mountain View Inn at the corner of State and De la Vina into 32 affordable housing units with parking and support services. The project will be finished by April with funding from the city, local partners, and state programs. Santa Barbara Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Blind Fitness will support 18 low-vision and blind athletes with around 40 volunteer guides at the Santa Barbara Half-Marathon and 5K on November 9. The nonprofit pairs runners by pace and experience to ensure balanced participation (coordinated by Brian Walters and trained by Daniel Broz). Santa Barbara Independent
- ➤ The UC Santa Barbara Women’s Soccer team defeated top-seeded CSUN in a penalty kick shootout to earn a spot in the Big West Championship Final, with an early goal from Emma Corcoran and key saves by goalkeeper Maddie Buckley driving the win. They will face Cal Poly on Sunday, November 9th at 1 p.m. at Matador Soccer Field (Northridge). 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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