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Friday, September 3
Mia’s 30th Birthday: Benefit for the Gwendolyn Strong Spinal Muscular Dystrophy Foundation
Featuring live music by The Upbeat, The Rise and Fall, and Winchester Rebels.
6 p.m. to 11 p.m., SOhO ($20)
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
7 p.m., Circle Bar B Dinner Theatre ($37 - $45)
Saturday, September 4
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
7 p.m., Circle Bar B Dinner Theatre ($37 - $45)
Sunday, September 5
Precious Nonsense
A traveling Gilbert & Sullivan troupe star in this onstage/backstage, show-must-go-on musical.
1 p.m., Circle Bar B Dinner Theatre ($37 - $45)
Tera Thornton Exhibit
Opening reception for exhibition of new works by area painter.
5 p.m., Imagine Wine & Art Gallery
Monday, September 6
Israel Vibration
Kingston, Jamaica-based reggae harmony group. Presented by Club Mercy.
9 p.m., SOhO
Tuesday, September 7
Thursday, September 9
Circus Vargas
A mélange of unparalleled artistry and comic relief.
7:30 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds ($15 - $55)
The Princess Bride
Part of the City of S.B.'s outdoor Starlight Cinema on Stearns Wharf series.
7:45 p.m., Ty Warner Sea Ctr. (Free)
Engelbert Humperdinck
Performance by longtime Las Vegas star.
8 p.m., Chumash Casino Resort ($35 - $55)
Friday, September 10
Circus Vargas
A mélange of unparalleled artistry and comic relief.
4:30 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds ($15 - $55)
Supply Room Grand Opening
Opening of a new boutique located on-site at the Presidio Motel.
5 p.m. to 7 p.m., 1620 State St.
Circus Vargas
A mélange of unparalleled artistry and comic relief.
7:30 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds ($15 - $55)
Peter Feldman, Tom Lee, and David West
A concert of Americana music.
8 p.m. to 10 p.m., Presidio Chapel ($12 - $20)
The Soft Hills
Seattle-based psychadelic indie group will perform with S.B. rockers Gardens & Villa and Matt Simpson
9 p.m., Muddy Waters Cafe ($6)
Saturday, September 11
2nd Annual Elings Park Dog Festival and K-9 Pals Great Ball Drop
Bring your leashed dog and family for a day of fun to help promote adoption efforts and improve quality care services for the dogs of the S.B. County Animal Shelter.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Elings Park
Circus Vargas
A mélange of unparalleled artistry and comic relief.
1:30 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds ($15 - $55)
September 11 Memorial Concert
With performances by Carol Ann Manzi, The Inner Life Gospel Choir, Shakuhachi, and more.
3 p.m., Unitarian Society (Free)
Circus Vargas
A mélange of unparalleled artistry and comic relief.
4:30 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds ($15 - $55)
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)
Circus Vargas
A mélange of unparalleled artistry and comic relief.
7:30 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds ($15 - $55)
Nectar: Shift
Forum-style presentation of music, dancing, performance art, spoken word, and more, all highlighting relevant social themes in arts and education.
8 p.m. to 10 p.m., Yoga Soup ($5 - $10)
Boyz II Men
Four-time Grammy Award-winning group's performances will benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children.
8 p.m., Lobero Theatre ($98 - $130)
Sunday, September 12
Circus Vargas
A mélange of unparalleled artistry and comic relief.
1:30 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds ($15 - $55)
Circus Vargas
A mélange of unparalleled artistry and comic relief.
4:30 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds ($15 - $55)
Circus Vargas
A mélange of unparalleled artistry and comic relief.
7:30 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds ($15 - $55)
Monday, September 13
Circus Vargas
A mélange of unparalleled artistry and comic relief.
6 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds ($15 - $55)
Tuesday, September 14
Wednesday, September 15
Around the World with the Reptile Family
Bringing animals native to many continents and countries for a brief visit in S.B.
10:30 a.m., Goleta Public Library
Practical Permaculture: Five Easy Ways to Introduce "PC" into your Home and Garden
Lecture by Loren Luyendyk, one of S.B.'s most experienced permaculture teachers and designers.
7 p.m. to 8:45 p.m., Watershed Resource Ctr.
Thursday, September 16
Bicentennial Mexican Independence/Centennial Mexican Revolution Celebration
Enjoy music by Mariachi Juvenil Santa Barbara, folkloric fashion, and Mexican food and history. First District Supervisor Salud Carbajal will re-enact El Grito de Dolores.
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Casa Dolores (Free)
Sheryl Crow
Performing hits like "All I Wanna Do," "If It Makes You Happy," "Soak Up the Sun," and more.
8 p.m., Chumash Casino Resort ($55 - $115)
Friday, September 17
74th Annual Solvang Danish Days
Experience authentic Danish foods, music, and folk dancing, in addition to living history exhibits and three parades.
8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., Mission St., downtown Solvang
Friends of Woni Kenya MultiCultural Concert
Featuring performances by Omar Arreola, Willie Quinn and Daughters, and The Foggy Dew. Proceeds will benefit water well construction in the Maasai and Kamba Villages.
7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Marjorie Luke Theatre ($12 - $20)
Saturday, September 18
74th Annual Solvang Danish Days
Experience authentic Danish foods, music, and folk dancing, in addition to living history exhibits and three parades.
8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., Mission St., downtown Solvang
Artists in the Park
Members of the Lompoc Valley Art Association will display a variety of works on-site.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Centennial Park (Free)
Around the World with the Reptile Family
Bringing animals native to many continents and countries for a brief visit in S.B.
10:30 a.m., Solvang Library
Around the World with the Reptile Family
Bringing animals native to many continents and countries for a brief visit in S.B.
2:30 p.m., S.B. Central Library
Sunday, September 19
74th Annual Solvang Danish Days
Experience authentic Danish foods, music, and folk dancing, in addition to living history exhibits and three parades.
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mission St., downtown Solvang
Sweet Sunday
A unique and fun food party celebrating all things sweet! S.B.'s best food purveyors and bakers will donate proceeds from cookies, cakes, cupcakes, pies, and more to Genesis West Theatre Company.
11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Lobero Theatre courtyard, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. ($20 - $25)
Monday, September 20
Tuesday, September 21
Wednesday, September 22
Around the World with the Reptile Family
Bringing animals native to many continents and countries for a brief visit in S.B.
10:30 a.m., Eastside Library
Thursday, September 23
Tony Bennett
Performance by eight-time Grammy Award-winning singer.
8 p.m., Chumash Casino Resort ($75 - $135)
Friday, September 24
West Beach Music & Arts Festival
A rock 'n' roll haven on the beach. Featuring Rebelution, UB40, Katchafire, and many more.
9 a.m., Chase Palm Park
64th Annual Los Alamos Old Days Celebration
Entertainment, outdoor shopping, classic car show, and the "Greatest Little Small Town Parade."
5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Downtown Los Alamos
Saturday, September 25
64th Annual Los Alamos Old Days Celebration
Entertainment, outdoor shopping, classic car show, and the "Greatest Little Small Town Parade."
7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Downtown Los Alamos
West Beach Music & Arts Festival
A rock 'n' roll haven on the beach. Featuring Rebelution, UB40, Katchafire, and many more.
9 a.m., Chase Palm Park
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)
Harvest of Colors 2010: A Member's Showcase Quilt Show
Weekend art show will display traditional and artistic quilts, quilted wearables, and quilted home decor.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds ($8 - $10)
Michael Manring, Jean Baudin, and Kyle Batty
An evening with legendary bass guitarists and drummer, raising funds for Solvang Festival Theater.
7:30 p.m., Solvang Festival Theater ($25 - $30)
Sunday, September 26
64th Annual Los Alamos Old Days Celebration
Entertainment, outdoor shopping, classic car show, and the "Greatest Little Small Town Parade."
9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Downtown Los Alamos
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)
Harvest of Colors 2010: A Member's Showcase Quilt Show
Weekend art show will display traditional and artistic quilts, quilted wearables, and quilted home decor.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Earl Warren Showgrounds ($8 - $10)
28th Annual Depot Day
Celebrate the preservation of the area's most important historical landmarks.
11 a.m. to 4 p.m., South Coast Railroad Museum ($1)
The Mutineers
Opening for area favorites Holdfast Rifle Company.
4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Whiskey Richard's (Free)
Tuesday, September 28
Saturday, October 2
1st Annual Sol Food Festival
Celebrate local farmers, engage in workshops and discussions, and enjoy local food, wine, and beer.
10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Plaza Vera Cruz Neighborhood Park
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)
SBBG Fall Plant Sale Spectacular Opening Day
Browse a selection of over 5,000 California native and drought-tolerant Mediterranean plants. Sale runs through Nov. 7.
12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.,
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)
Pilobolus Dance Theater
Performance by awe-inspiring American dance ensemble.
8 p.m., UCSB's Campbell Hall ($21 - $53)
Friday, October 8
Steve Martin
Legendary comedian plays bluegrass banjo with the Steep Canyon Rangers.
8 p.m., UCSB's Campbell Hall ($28 - $73)
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)
Van Morrison
Performance by Grammy Award-winning singer and musician.
7 p.m., S.B. Bowl ($54 - $254)
Sunday, October 10
39th Annual Old Time Fiddlers' Convention and Festival
A celebration of American music, featuring performances byThe Foghorn Trio, Steve James, Wild Asparagus, Triple Chicken Foot, Laurie Lewis with Tom Rozum, and more.
9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Stow House ($10 - $20)
Wednesday, October 13
Wednesday, October 20
Friday, November 5
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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