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Saturday, July 31
Los Alamos Chair Faire
Day-long community chair sidewalk exhibit where everyone from owners to collectors can showcase their beautiful and unique modern and antique chairs.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Various locations throughout Los Alamos
9th Annual Taste of the Vine and Auction
Taste the best fare area wineries, breweries, and food purveyors have to offer. With live music by Tony Ybarra and a live auction hosted by John Palminteri. All proceeds fund research to help cure, treat, and prevent diabetes in S.B.
4 p.m. to 8 p.m., QAD Facility ($75 - $85)
Frost/Nixon
Starring Justin Stark as Frost and Ed Giron as Nixon.
8 p.m., Center Stage Theater ($19 - $26)
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
8 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
The Winter's Tale
William Shakespeare’s saga of jealousy and betrayal will be brought to life by award-winning director Jessica Kubzansky.
8 p.m., Chaparral Auditorium ($17 - $34)
Sunday, August 1
Frost/Nixon
Starring Justin Stark as Frost and Ed Giron as Nixon.
2 p.m., Center Stage Theater ($19 - $26)
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
2 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
The Last Waltz
A classic rock concert movie, presented by the Ojai Film Society.
4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Ojai Theatre ($10)
Recepción del Presidente
Join El Presidente Michael Dominguez for the opening ceremony of this year's Fiesta festivities in Santa Barbara.
5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort ($60 - $80)
Frost/Nixon
Starring Justin Stark as Frost and Ed Giron as Nixon.
7 p.m., Center Stage Theater ($19 - $26)
The Winter's Tale
William Shakespeare’s saga of jealousy and betrayal will be brought to life by award-winning director Jessica Kubzansky.
8 p.m., Chaparral Auditorium ($17 - $34)
Monday, August 2
Kick-Ass
Screening of a 2010 superhero film based on the comic book of the same name.
10 p.m., Isla Vista Theater ($4)
Tuesday, August 3
The Gulf Oil Disaster: How Can We Protect S.B.'s Future?
Informational forum featuring talks by Rep. Lois Capps, Dr. Ira Leiger, and more.
6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Faulkner Gallery
Wednesday, August 4
El Mercado de la Guerra
Stroll through a colorful Fiesta-themed market to feast on Spanish and Mexican-American foods, shop for crafts, enjoy live music, and more. Part of Old Spanish Days in S.B.
11 a.m. to 11 p.m., De la Guerra Plaza
Donna Eden's Introduction to Energy Medicine
Learn how to restore your energy, optimize your health, strengthen your immune system, and more.
7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Unity Church
La Fiesta Pequena
Traditional songs and dances upon the steps of the Old Mission, as part of Old Spanish Days in S.B.
8 p.m., Old Mission Santa Barbara (Free)
Frost/Nixon
Starring Justin Stark as Frost and Ed Giron as Nixon.
8 p.m., Center Stage Theater ($19 - $26)
Thursday, August 5
El Presidente Prayer Service
Wear your fiesta attire to this non-denominational prayer service at the Old Mission. Part of Old Spanish Days in S.B.
10 a.m., Old Mission Santa Barbara (Free)
El Mercado de la Guerra
Stroll through a colorful Fiesta-themed market to feast on Spanish and Mexican-American foods, shop for crafts, enjoy live music, and more. Part of Old Spanish Days in S.B.
11 a.m. to 11 p.m., De la Guerra Plaza
1st Thursday
Visit more than 30 art venues, talk with artists, view exhibits, listen to live music, and create art yourself.
5 p.m. to 8 p.m., De la Guerra and State sts., downtown S.B. (Free)
Huey Lewis and the News
One of America's most popular pop/rock bands of the mid-'80s.
8 p.m., Chumash Casino & Resort ($35 - $75)
Frost/Nixon
Starring Justin Stark as Frost and Ed Giron as Nixon.
8 p.m., Center Stage Theater ($19 - $26)
Friday, August 6
El Mercado de la Guerra
Stroll through a colorful Fiesta-themed market to feast on Spanish and Mexican-American foods, shop for crafts, enjoy live music, and more. Part of Old Spanish Days in S.B.
11 a.m. to 11 p.m., De la Guerra Plaza
2010 Fiesta Historical Parade
One of the largest equestrian parades in the U.S. Part of S.B.'s annual Old Spanish Days Festival.
Noon, Proceeds through downtown S.B. from Cabrillo Blvd. to Sola St. (Free)
Frost/Nixon
Starring Justin Stark as Frost and Ed Giron as Nixon.
8 p.m., Center Stage Theater ($19 - $26)
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
8 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
Saturday, August 7
59th Annual Kiwanis Fiesta Pancake Breakfast
A delicious summer morning meal, with all proceeds benefiting Kiwanis's programs for children in southern S.B. County.
7 a.m., Alameda Park
80th Annual Fiesta Children's Parade
Young people of Santa Barbara, their parents and other parade participants, don traditional costumes and celebrate the rich culture of the area.
10 a.m., Proceeds down State St., from Victoria to Ortega sts. (Free)
El Mercado de la Guerra
Stroll through a colorful Fiesta-themed market to feast on Spanish and Mexican-American foods, shop for crafts, enjoy live music, and more. Part of Old Spanish Days in S.B.
11 a.m. to 11 p.m., De la Guerra Plaza
Frost/Nixon
Starring Justin Stark as Frost and Ed Giron as Nixon.
2 p.m., Center Stage Theater ($19 - $26)
Frost/Nixon
Starring Justin Stark as Frost and Ed Giron as Nixon.
8 p.m., Center Stage Theater ($19 - $26)
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
8 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
Sunday, August 8
Frost/Nixon
Starring Justin Stark as Frost and Ed Giron as Nixon.
2 p.m., Center Stage Theater ($19 - $26)
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
2 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
The Ghost Writer
Screening of a 2010 thriller flick directed by Roman Polanski.
4:30 p.m. to 6:40 p.m., Ojai Theatre ($10)
Monday, August 9
Tuesday, August 10
The Fatum Brothers' Jazz Orchestra
Performance by a group composed of the top college-aged jazz musicians in the country.
8 p.m., SOhO ($10)
Wednesday, August 11
Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs
Screening of the third installment in the prehistoric animated film featuring woolly mammoths Manny and Ellie.
8:15 p.m., S.B. Zoo ($5 - $7.50)
Thursday, August 12
Bikestation Lunch-n-Learn: How to Fix a Flat
Bring your lunch to Bikestation and munch away while the experts from Wheelhouse present and demonstrate how to fix a flat.
7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Bikestation Santa Barbara ($20)
Friday, August 13
B.B. King and Buddy Guy
Dual performance by celebrated blues artists.
8 p.m., Chumash Casino & Resort ($55 - $115)
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
8 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
Saturday, August 14
Sunlight and Water: Celebrating the Winemakers of Santa Barbara County
Opening reception gala for new exhibit and photo book by Mark Robert Halper.
4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Avant Tapas and Wine Bar, 35 Industrial Wy., Buellton ($47)
Star Party
Astronomical Unit club provides telescopes and expert knowledge of the night sky.
7 p.m. to 10 p.m., S.B. Museum of Natural History ($1 - $2)
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
8 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
Sunday, August 15
Old Mission Santa Inés Annual Fiesta
A whirlwind of music and entertainment, delectable foods, crafts, and game booths for kids and adults. Proceeds support the ongoing restoration of the Mission.
11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Old Mission Santa Ines (Free)
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
2 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
Channel Islands Marine and Wildlife Institute Condor Express Fundraiser
Music, drinks, and appetizers will be on hand for a coastal cruise. Proceeds will help buy fish to feed sea lions in rehabilitation.
3:30 p.m., Sea Landing ($35)
The Secret in their Eyes
Screening of an Argentinian political thriller, winner of the 2010 Academy Award for Best Foreign Film.
4:30 p.m. to 6:40 p.m., Ojai Theatre ($10)
Tuesday, August 17
Wednesday, August 18
Fantastic Mr. Fox
A 2009 stop-motion animated film based on the Roald Dahl children's novel of the same name.
8:15 p.m., S.B. Zoo ($5 - $7.50)
Thursday, August 19
Billy Idol
Performing hits like "White Wedding," "Rebel Yell," and more.
8 p.m., Chumash Casino & Resort ($55 - $105)
Friday, August 20
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
8 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
Saturday, August 21
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
8 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
Sunday, August 22
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
2 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
Tuesday, August 24
Thursday, August 26
Cyndi Lauper
Performing hits like "Girls Just Want to Have Fun," "Time After Time," and more.
8 p.m., Chumash Casino & Resort ($25 - $75)
Friday, August 27
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
8 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
Saturday, August 28
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
8 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
Sunday, August 29
S.B. County Horticultural Society Annual Plant Sale
Browse unusual and colorful plants, succulents, perennials, tropicals, and garden items. Proceeds benefit the SBCC Environmental Horticulture student scholarship fund.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m., MacKenzie Park
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
2 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
Tuesday, August 31
Thursday, September 2
1st Thursday
Visit more than 30 art venues, talk with artists, view exhibits, listen to live music, and create art yourself.
5 p.m. to 8 p.m., De la Guerra and State sts., downtown S.B. (Free)
Friday, September 3
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
8 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
Saturday, September 4
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
8 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
Sunday, September 5
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
2 p.m., Circle Bar B ($37 - $45)
Saturday, September 11
Star Party
Astronomical Unit club provides telescopes and expert knowledge of the night sky.
7 p.m., S.B. Museum of Natural History ($1 - $2)
Sunday, September 19
Monday, September 20
Thursday, September 23
Saturday, September 25
Santa Barbara ARTwalk
An annual festival of art featuring work from The Oak Group and more than 200 other area artists, as well as demonstrations, food, and live music along the banks of Mission Creek. Proceeds benefit programs at SBMNH.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., S.B. Museum of Natural History ($9 - $10)
Sunday, September 26
Santa Barbara ARTwalk
An annual festival of art featuring work from The Oak Group and more than 200 other area artists, as well as demonstrations, food, and live music along the banks of Mission Creek. Proceeds benefit programs at SBMNH.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., S.B. Museum of Natural History ($9 - $10)
Saturday, October 2
2nd Annual Ojai Big Chili Cook-off
Taste outstanding chilis, salsas, and more by local chefs, area restaurants, and more vendors.
Noon to 6 p.m., Lake Casitas (Free - $15)
Thursday, October 7
1st Thursday
Visit more than 30 art venues, talk with artists, view exhibits, listen to live music, and create art yourself.
5 p.m. to 8 p.m., De la Guerra and State sts., downtown S.B. (Free)
Saturday, October 9
2010 Habitat for Humanity Green Homes Tour
Tour several residential projects that showcase the latest green building techniques, materials, and local proviers in the S.B. and Montecito area. Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Various locations; call for details. ($25 - $125)
Star Party
Astronomical Unit club provides telescopes and expert knowledge of the night sky.
7 p.m., S.B. Museum of Natural History ($1 - $2)
Wednesday, October 13
Tuesday, December 7
The Black Crowes
Stopping in S.B. on their "Say Goodnight to the Bad Guys" tour.
8 p.m., Arlington Theatre ($38 - $58)
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