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    Comment Period Open: Rent Stabilization Ordinances
    The Draft Rent Stabilization Ordinances are open for a public comment period through Friday, July 10. The City Council is expected to formally introduce the ordinances in late July. If adopted, it would take effect on January 1, 2027.…
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    Bring Your Team Spirit to a USA World Cup Watch Party
    Cheer on the United States Men's National Soccer Team on Central Library's Michael Towbes Library Plaza at a special World Cup Watch Party!Watch the U.S. Men's Team take on Paraguay's National Football Team and Turkey's National…
    Attendees at the 2025 Juneteenth SB Band Shell dancing and listening to music.
    Juneteenth Santa Barbara Celebrates "Love for the People"
    Juneteenth Santa Barbara invites the community to the ninth annual Juneteenth celebration in South Santa Barbara County! Proudly sponsored by the City of Santa Barbara, this free, family-friendly event will be held on Friday, June 19, at…
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Louise Lowry Davis Center Reopens as Hub for Senior Programming and Services
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department announced the reopening of the Louise Lowry Davis Center (111 W. Victoria St.) following the completion of a full-scale renovation project. The renovated facility in Downtown Santa…
Parks & Rec News
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City Secures Grant Funding to Make Streets Safer for Everyone
The City was recently awarded a planning grant by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) to develop a Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Action Plan. The goal of the Action Plan is to prevent traffic-related…
Carolers perform inside the terminal.
Holiday Music Series at SBA
It's the most wonderful time of the year! Santa Barbara Airport is excited to host a special Holiday Music Series featuring three days of performances in the Terminal.Holiday CarolingSing along to classic holiday…
Airport News
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SBPL Hosts Workshops for Teens to Boost Emotional Intelligence and Strengthen Social Connections
Santa Barbara Public Library (SBPL) is inviting teens in grades 7-12 to participate in a series of dynamic, hands-on workshops designed to improve emotional intelligence and foster healthier relationships. Led by Christy Stillwell, M.A.…
Library News
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Holiday Giving with SBA
Santa Barbara Airport is proud to partner with a number of local nonprofits that positively support our community. If you're looking for ways to give back this holiday season, please consider supporting these amazing organizations: …
Airport News
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Las Alturas Road Temporary Closure Starting Monday, December 9
Starting Monday, December 9, 2024, through early January 2025, weather dependent, Las Alturas Road will be closed to through traffic between Conejo Road and Camino Alto due to the construction of a new sewer main on Las Alturas Road…
Plaza del Mar Band Shell and Alameda Park Bandstand
Two Free Holiday Concerts for All to Enjoy this December
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department and the PARC Foundation are bringing the community together this holiday season with two free concerts at recently renovated City Landmarks, the Plaza del Mar Band Shell and the
Parks & Rec News
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Santa Barbara Public Library Local Author Festival
Celebrate Santa Barbara’s literary talent! Santa Barbara Public Library invites readers, book lovers, and anyone looking for holiday shopping ideas to our annual Local Author Festival at the new Michael Towbes Library Plaza on Sunday,…
Library News
Thanksgiving meal of Turkey, stuffing, pies and sides.
Thanksgiving Cooking Safety
Keeping fire safety top of mind is important, especially when there’s a lot of activity and people at home. As you start preparing your holiday schedule and organizing that large family feast, remember, by following a few simple safety…
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