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They're common in California. But, some are non-native birds. Santa Barbara event looks at the issue
European Starlings, Spotted Doves, Rock Pigeons, and Wild Turkeys. They are all species of birds found in the Tri-Counties. But, none of them are native to the region. They are part of a number of non-native species which have now become common in California, so common they’ve been added to the state birds list.
Cuyama Buckhorn Makes Santa Barbara’s High Desert a Dining Destination
“The Pickle Plate” might not sing a siren song from a menu. But if you’re dining at Cuyama Buckhorn Restaurant and Bar, the dish’s simplicity certainly should. Banish any thought of boring retro relish trays. Instead, admire its directness, its delivery of just enough vinegary sour to highlight the vegetables’ intrinsic sugar that’s often easy to ignore. Appreciate texture — the snap of carrot, the lush flesh of red pepper, the bristle of broccoli florets. Notice your appetite awaken in fuller ways than it might usually.
Catch a Wave of Movies at Santa Barbara Surf Film Festival, June 7-8
The Santa Barbara Surf Film Festival (SBSFF) has announced the movie lineup for its fourth annual event, June 7-8, at the Lobero Theatre in Santa Barbara. The festival will showcase two short film series, a Grom Program, an Environmental Program; two feature film World Premieres; and a remastered classic. The...
Thanks to Volunteers, Adoptable Shelter Dogs Get Their Day to Play
UC Santa Barbara senior and Alpha Delta Pi sorority sister Alis Patterson completes her volunteer hours by having dog playdates with her housemates. She has taken Milo, a German shepherd, and Zeus, a Siberian husky, for adventures around Isla Vista. She takes them to play in the sand and walks around the college town.
A Lunchtime Slice of Paradise
The ladies — and the gents — who love to luxuriate in a leisurely lunch have a nice, newish weekday option at San Ysidro Ranch. The intimate and quite cozy and charming Veranda is the place to be for the new prix-fixe lunch menu created by Executive Chef Matthew Johnson.
Butterfly BioBlitz, Guided Tour Offered at Ellwood Open Space
The city of Goleta has two upcoming events planned at Ellwood Open Space. Butterfly Grove BioBlitz will take place 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 4; and a guided tour of Ellwood is scheduled for 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, May 6. The BioBlitz gives nature lovers, citizen scientists and community members a chance...
Jonny D. Wallis Park Closed Temporarily for Work on Splash Pad
Construction of the long-awaited Splash Pad at Jonny D. Wallis Neighborhood Park, 170 S. Kellogg Ave., Goleta, continues prompting some closures. The park, playground, parking lot and restrooms will close starting Wednesday, May 1. The field, walking perimeter and fitness equipment will remain open for pedestrian access only. The skatepark...
Award-Winning Photographer Ashleigh Taylor Seeking New Subjects for Next Installment of 50 Over 50
Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Santa Barbara, April 23, 2024 – Following the resounding success of the “50 Over 50 Portrait Gallery,” celebrated photographer Ashleigh Taylor is already on the lookout for new subjects to feature in the next installment of this groundbreaking project.
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