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Pancakes and Car Seats with First Responders Event
Join us on Saturday, March 29th from 9:00-11:30 at the Westside Community Center (423 W. Victoria St.) for Pancakes and Car Seats with First Responders!Stop by for a free car seat inspection by certified car seat…
Mission Creek at De La Vina with overgrown vegetation encompassing a City building.
Creek Buffer Ordinance Q&A Session Scheduled for Friday, March 21
The initial public comment period on the Draft Creek Buffer Ordinance began January 15, 2025 and ends March 24, 2025. For any stakeholders with remaining questions on the current Draft Ordinance, the City of Santa Barbara is hosting a…
Sustainability News
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Children’s Resource Fair Connecting Families with Resources for Childcare, Education, and Parenting Support
The Santa Barbara Public Library, in partnership with the Santa Barbara County Education Office and Santa Barbara Childcare Planning Council, invites community members to the Children’s Resource Fair. This event offers information on…
Library News
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Now Hiring for Summer Job Opportunities
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is recruiting hourly employees to support summer programs and services ahead of peak season. Seasonal positions play a critical role in the operation of summer camps, seasonal…
Parks & Rec News
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Santa Barbara Public Library Now Offering Ice in Paradise Passes
Glide into fun with this new addition to the Library of Things Collection!The Santa Barbara Public Library is thrilled to announce the addition of 30 passes to Ice in Paradise, each offering free admission for two skaters. This new…
Library News
Watershed Stewards outdoor landscaping, conservation project.
Volunteer Planting & Restoration Event at Adams Elementary School
The Watershed Stewards Program, in partnership with the City of Santa Barbara Creeks Division, invites community members to participate in a hands-on environmental restoration event at Adams Elementary School on Saturday, March 22…
Sustainability News
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Vote SBA for Best Small Airport
Santa Barbara Airport is nominated for Best Small Airport in the 2025 Newsweek Readers' Choice Awards! Help get us to the top of the list by casting your vote on the Newsweek website. Each person can vote once per day throughout the 28-day…
Airport News
Santa Barbara Police Department Patch
Stolen Vehicle Suspect Apprehended After Short Foot Pursuit
On March 11, 2025 at 10:27 a.m., Santa Barbara Police Dispatch received a call of stolen vehicle from the 500 Block of Red Rose Lane. While officers were taking the report, dispatch received a call from the vehicle manufacturer who advised…
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Santa Barbara Harbor Patrol Welcomes Next-Generation Emergency Response Vessel
On Monday, March 10, 2025, at 8:00 a.m., the City of Santa Barbara Waterfront Department proudly welcomed Santa Barbara Harbor Patrol’s next-generation patrol, fire, and rescue vessel, the M2 Catamaran from Moose Boats LLC, with a…
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