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Zapotec Weaving Meets Asphalt Art
Join lead artists Eddy Jimenez and Irene Ramirez for an engaging introduction to Zapotec rug weaving, natural dye techniques, and the cultural symbolism embedded in traditional designs. Through textiles on display, educational materials,…
Public officils and safety partners gathered for a ribbon cutting on December 9, 2025
County Celebrates its Completion of the Regional Fire Communications Center and Expansion of the Emergency Operations Center.
Santa Barbara County officials and public safety partners celebrated the expansion of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Regional Fire Communication Center (RFCC) on December 9. The RFCC now centralizes dispatch for all seven local…
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Reminder: Land Development – 2025 End of Year Closure
End of Year Closure As part of the City’s annual Holiday closure, most City Land Development Team offices and operations will be closed beginning Friday, December 19, 2025, and will resume business on Monday, January…
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SBA Named One of America's Most Charming Airports
NerdWallet recently named Santa Barbara Airport as one of America's most charming airports. The list, consisting of nine airports across the U.S., ranked SBA as number six. These airports were chosen for several reasons, including "…
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Construction Continues for the Westside Community Paseos Project on Gillespie and Sola Streets
Construction began and will continue into mid-July on Gillespie Street. Access will be maintained for residents, although temporary disruptions and detours should be anticipated. New safety features include traffic diverters at the…
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Free Teen Program ‘Summer Nights’ Returns for Second Year
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department has announced the return of the Summer Nights teen program, held in collaboration with the Santa Barbara Unified School District (SBUSD) and new this year, the United Boys and Girls…
Parks & Rec News
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The Santa Barbara Public Library Launches All Ages Summer Challenge: Read & Shine
The Santa Barbara Public Library is thrilled to announce the launch of the highly anticipated annual Summer Reading Challenge, "Read & Shine," inviting children, teens, and adults to embark on their own reading adventure. Drop in to…
Library News
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Vehicle Pursuit Ends with Arrest
On June 6, 2023, at 12:25 pm, Santa Barbara Police responded to a disturbance in the 1900 block of De La Vina Street. The reporting party called police dispatch to report a subject was pounding on the windows and attempting to enter a…
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The Santa Barbara Public Library Kicks Off the Summer Season with Special Programs
Santa Barbara Public Library invites the community to celebrate the beginning of summer! SBPL will be hosting fun and educational events for all ages throughout June, July, and August. 
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Convenient Parking for Local Events in June
June your engines, it’s time for summer fun! This month is jam-packed with fun, local events and the Downtown Team at Public Works has got your back. Check out our new flyer for a list of awesome events happening near you plus no worries…
Summer Reading Kick-off Party
Summer Reading Kick Off Party
Kick off your summer reading adventure in Alameda Park on Saturday, June 10. Kids can sign up for the summer reading challenge, pick out a free book, and celebrate the start of summer. Take pictures and dance with a real Wild Thing from "…
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Construction Continues for the Westside Community Paseos Project on Gillespie and Sola Streets
The Westside Community Paseos Project will provide strong walking and biking connections within the Westside, and from the Westside, to Downtown. Construction began and will continue into mid-July on Gillespie Street. Work will begin on…
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