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Surf’s Up for Rincon Classic
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. (KEYT) Surfers of all ages from the 805 area code converged on the Rincon for the 2026 Rincon Classic. They turned out watch or compete on the first day of the 2026 Channel Islands Surfboards Rincon Classic presented by Merrick Lager and produced by Surf Happens.
Santa Barbara Edhat
Visa Issues Force Cancellation of Famed Les Ballets Africains Performance at Granada Theatre
A performance by Les Ballets Africains, a renowned Guinean dance company, scheduled in Santa Barbara has been canceled. Les Ballets Africains was scheduled to perform at the Granada Theatre at 7:30 p.m. on February 6, 2026, as part of the University of California, Santa Barbara’s (UCSB) Arts and Lectures Series.
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Surf’s Up for Rincon Classic
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Chopper Fest Rolls into Ventura
Santa Barbara Independent
Hitchcockian Humor Comes to the Rubicon
“Hilarious Hitchcockery” describes The 39 Steps, Patrick Barlow’s farcical adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock’s 1935 film, which, in turn, was based on John Buchan’s 1915 novel. Richard Hannay is an average, work-a-day Joe who falls into accidental intrigue when he crosses paths with an apparent British spy. He picks up the mystery where she left off (after her murder) and finds himself hunted across the U.K. by a sinister secret society. Produced by the Rubicon Theatre in Ventura, The 39 Steps is sure to thrill comedy and noir lovers alike.
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Ventura Music Scene Feb 4 – Feb 17
I’m sorry to have to squash the rumors, but Mark Hartley has no intention of reopening the Watermark anytime soon though painstaking efforts have been made to restore the woodwork and opulence of its former heyday. The venue will continue as a rental space for special events just in case you’re interested. The rumors started after the Hartleys hosted an invite-only party musicians’ reunion on Tuesday, January 27, where up to 17 local musicians performed upstairs and downstairs. Those performing included Todd Hannigan, Shawn Jones, Sam Bolle, Ed Berghoff, Guy Martin, Alvino Bennett, Nick St. Nicolas, Mario Calire, Lois Mahalia, Katie Skene, and so many more, all of whom donated their time to play. For me, the highlight of the evening was when the band jammed with Nick St. Nicolas (Steppenwolf) and performed “Born to be Wild.”
Ventura County Reporter
After Dark: Week of Feb. 5, 2026
Boatyard Pub: Jim Friery, 4-6 p.m.; Bluegrass Jam, 6:30-9 p.m. The Canyon:Sons of Cream with Celso Salim, 7 p.m. Deer Lodge:Zoë Basha, The Rose Valley Thorns, 6 p.m. Gibson’s Neighborhood Bar:Lost in Sound, 7 p.m. The Grape:Collins/Rollins Group, 5-7 p.m.; Isaiah Harwood Quartet, 7-10 p.m. Larsen’s Grill:Nikola Winokur,...
Ventura County Reporter
Arts Listings: Week of Feb. 5, 2026
THE 39 STEPS | Feb. 11-March 1. Four actors play 150 characters in this noir-esque farce about mistaken identity and espionage. Previews Feb. 11-13; opening night gala on Saturday, Feb. 14, at 7 p.m. $30-155. Rubicon Theatre Company, 1006 E. Main Street, Ventura, 805-667-2900, www.rubicontheatre.org. APPROPRIATE | Feb. 6-March 8....
Ventura County Reporter
Glorious Gershwin: ‘S’Wonderful’ tribute coming to Ventura, Ojai
In their time, the Gershwin brothers were among the hottest musical acts in America. The team of George (tunes) and Ira (lyrics) were behind such songs as “I Got Rhythm,” “Embraceable You,” “Someone to Watch Over Me” and “Love Is Here to Stay.” They also embraced the theater with plays like “Porgy and Bess.” And then there’s George Gershwin’s great orchestral composition, “Rhapsody in Blue.”
surfer.com
The Rincon Classic to Run on Super Bowl Weekend, and the Forecast Looks Great
After a couple of yellow alerts, the green flag is out. The 2026 Rincon Classic will run this weekend, coinciding not only with the Super Bowl (happening 300 hundred miles north), but with a finely angled pulse of west swell. Established in 1979, the event is held for surfers from...
Broadway World
Camerata Pacifica to Debut David Bruce's New Composition in Southern California
Camerata Pacifica's season will continue with a daring musical mix, including the world premiere of Natural Light, a Camerata Pacifica-commissioned work for wind quintet and Thai button gong by David Bruce, who has forged a unique path in contemporary classical music with his colorful imaginative works. Delivering the musical luster are Sébastian Jacot, flute; Nicholas Daniel, oboe; Jose Franch-Ballester, clarinet; Eleni Katz, bassoon; Ben Goldscheider, horn; and Irina Zahharenkova, piano.
californiahomedesign.com
Design Dish: Dom’s Taverna
Step inside one of Santa Barbara’s hottest new haunts. “My approach to design is rooted in storytelling and authenticity. I am drawn to spaces that feel layered and timeless, where historic elements and modern sensibilities coexist naturally,” says Zlata Nikonovskaya of Z&R Design. “I believe the most successful interiors invite people to gather, linger, and connect, while remaining grounded in context, craft, and the personal stories behind a space.” The firm applied this thinking when enlisted to transform historic 1928 building in Santa Barbara’s El Pueblo Viejo district into the current hotstpot—Dom’s Taverna. “The restaurant spans approximately 2,500 square feet, and preserving the integrity and character of the original architecture was central to the design approach,” Nikonovskaya notes.
Santa Barbara Edhat
Cajun Kitchen’s Hollister Location in Goleta to Reopen After Major Renovation
Cajun Kitchen Cafe is returning to Goleta with its classic breakfast and lunch options. The restaurant on 6831 Hollister Avenue, Suite A, is set to reopen the week of February 16, 2026. The restaurant is located in the shopping center of Target, at the intersection of Storke Road and is across the street from the Camino Real Shopping Center.
Santa Barbara Edhat
Ventura’s 4th of July Street Fair Seeking Artisan Vendors
Applications due by Friday, April 3, 2026. The City of Ventura is seeking artisan vendor applications for the annual 4th of July Street Fair. This annual event runs from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the 4th of July in Ventura’s Downtown District and attracts more than 15,000 attendees. This year will feature additional events and activities celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary of independence.
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Rori’s Artisanal Creamery Is Opening in Goleta
••• Rori’s Artisanal Creamery is opening in Goleta at 270 Storke Road (next to Rusty’s Pizza and opposite SloCoDo donuts). It’ll be the company’s fourth location in Santa Barbara County and eighth overall. ••• Anyone know what’s up with Intermezzo? “It’s been closed for...
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Five Newly Remodeled Theatres Open for the Santa Barbara International Film Festival
The new McHurly theatres in Santa Barbara will open this week. They will get their first use for the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. The post Five Newly Remodeled Theatres Open for the Santa Barbara International Film Festival appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .
thelog.com
Slip to Slip: A Weekend Cruise from Ventura Harbor to Channel Islands Harbor
For boaters, weekend cruising doesn’t have to involve long passages or complicated logistics. Sometimes the most rewarding trips are short runs that offer a change of scenery, a new dock to tie up at, and just enough distance to feel like a getaway. Along the Central Coast, the cruise from Ventura Harbor to Channel Islands Harbor continues to stand out as an ideal example of slip-to-slip cruising done right.
Ventura County Reporter
After Dark: Week of Jan. 29, 2026
Boatyard Pub: Jim Friery, 4-6 p.m.; Bluegrass Jam, 6:30-9 p.m. The Canyon: Black Daze and Dam That River (Soundgarden, Alice in Chains tributes), 7 p.m. Gibson’s Neighborhood Bar:Lost in Sound, 7 p.m. Larsen’s Grill:Nikola Winokur, 6-9 p.m. Leashless Brewing: 805 Jazz Jam Night, 6 p.m. Comedy. Levity Live...