Event Calendar

Enter to Win a $500 Paseo Nuevo Shopping Spree!
Paseo Nuevo Shopping Center
Date: Every day (Jul 11-Jul 27)

Back-to-School shopping is right around the corner!

Enter to win 1 of 2 $500 shopping sprees good at all your favorite stores and restaurants in Paseo Nuevo.

Entry forms are attached to the free-standing signs throughout Paseo Nuevo, in the Mall Management Office (upstairs next to Contemporary Arts Forum) and online at www.sbmall.com.

Also, look for our Back-to-School Fashion Page in the News-Press Life section on July 13 & 20.

Summer ArtVenture Camps
SB Museum of Art
Date: Every weekday (Jun 16-Aug 22)

The Santa Barbara Museum of Art has much to offer children this summer. 

 

ArtVenture Camps for ages 6-12 are unique week-long art experiences where campers learn a variety of art techniques, cultural history, and creative problem-solving in an inspiring atmosphere. Camps run weekly from 9am-3pm.  $250 ($215 SBMA members)

 

Ceramics Camps are week-long half-day camps designed to introduce sculptural and functional ceramics and include hand-building, wheel throwing, finishing and glazing techniques. Class size is limited to 10. Camps run weekly from 12-3pm.  Each week is a different age group; check the website for details.  $220 ($185 SBMA members)

 

After-camp care from 3-5:30pm is available for either camp Monday-THURSDAY.  $60 per week.

 

Parent/Child Classes:  5 Wednesday morning classes for 3-5 year olds with a parent.  Creative Clay Play: Parents and children learn together as they explore imaginative clay play, which encourages manual dexterity and creative thinking. Class size limited to 6 parent-child pairs.  $160 ($135 SBMA members)
Session I: June 18 - July 16
Session II: July 23 - August 20

 

Scholarships are made possible through the generous support of the Ridley-Tree Foundation, The Santa Barbara Foundation, and The Wright Charitable Trust. To receive an application please call 962.1661 or email rtec@sbma.net 

 

Endangered Species: Flora and Fauna in Peril
Wildling Art Museum
Date: Every day (Jun 25-Sep 14) from 11:00am to 5:00pm

The Wildling Art Museum is pleased to announce its summer 2008 exhibition, Endangered Species: Flora and Fauna in Peril. This exhibition represents the Museum's first international juried art competition, with 50 artworks selected from nearly 200 entries.

The artworks use a variety of media (drawing, painting, printmaking, photography and sculpture) to depict flora and fauna listed as threatened or endangered in North America by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Over 47 species are represented, among them the California condor, northern spotted owl, grizzly bear, black-footed ferret, Oahu tree snail, Sonora tiger salamander, Mesa Verde cactus, and Texas wild-rice.

For children, the Wildling offers a folded activity sheet called "The Fox Hunt" with each of the four exhibitions displayed during the year. Each "Fox Hunt" is designed to engage children in the current exhibition and stimulate conversations about the pieces on display with parents, grandparents, siblings, and/or the docent.

The Wildling Art Museum is an educational institution dedicated to presenting the art of America's wilderness and preserving our natural heritage. The museum is located in the town of Los Olivos in California's beautiful Santa Ynez Valley, 30 miles from the city of Santa Barbara

Moms/Tots Playgroup
Ocean Hills Church
Date: Every Mon (Jan 1-Dec 31)


Join other moms for a casual playgroup at the park: babies and toddlers welcome.

Art and Play @ Girsh Park
Art and Play by Max
Date: Every Mon (Jun 17-Aug 12)
Ages: 5-14

Summer Program beginning June 9 for 10 weeks!

Held at the beautiful Girsh Park in Goleta, California participants will work with mixed media all summer long. Watercolor on canvas, learning to 'throw' their own pottery on our potter's wheel, creating murals in our 'rip and tear' segment to each support the fun and enrichment of your child's summer experience.

$35 8:15-11:45am or $25 3:00-5:00pm Mon - Fri

$200 10-5 or $150 10-2 Mon - Fri *pizza party included on Friday

7 day advance reservations required for the care and safety of your child.

Yellow Bird Music Summer Classes and Camps
Yellow Bird Music
Date: Every weekday (Jul 14-Aug 30)

Yellow Bird Music has a very exciting line up for summer classes and camps starting this July! Here are just a few....

• Summer Rock Camp *Have you ever wanted to join a band...well now's your chance!* ages 7-12, JULY 21-25 & AUGUST 25-29 3:30-5:30PM
• Yellow Bird Drum Camp *Do your children love to drum, well here's the week long camp for you!* ages 2-5 WOW! JULY 14-18 & AUGUST 18-22 4-4:50PM
• On The Road *Hit the road Jack and head to the carnival, beach, cottage and more!* ages 3-5, JULY 21-25 & AUGUST 11-15 1-3PM
• Confetti Days *Let's head to the circus to see the lions and tigers and bears..oh my!* ages 3-5, JULY 14-18, AUGUST 4-8 & AUGUST 25-29 1-3PM
• Tell Me A Tale *Stories told from around the world through music, dance, and drama.* ages 5-8, AUGUST 18-22 1:30-3:30PM
• Around the World *Head to Germany, Japan, Africa, and more to discover music and culture through art and dance.* ages 5-8, JULY 28-AUGUST 1 1:30-3:30PM
  

SUMMER CLASSES ALSO AVAILABLE JULY 14-AUGUST 30, 2008 ages 3 months - 5 years. REGISTER TODAY!

• Village curriculum - Peekaboo, I love you! With music and dance galore explore one of babies favorite games...peekaboo!
• Our Time curriculum - Zoo Train! Get aboard and head to the zoo where the animals roam and the lions ROAR!
• Imagine That - Creatures in My Backyard" Buzz with the bee's, fly with the butterfly, and hop with bunny as you explore the world just outside your front door!
  

NEW! Instrumental instruction for Piano, Drums, Guitar, and Flute ages 6 and up. Private instruction and Group lessons available. Adults this is for you too!

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Nordstrom at Paseo Nuevo Shopping Center
Date: Every day (Jul 18-Aug 3)

Special Store Hours:

• Friday, July 18: 7am-10pm
• Saturday, July 19: 9am-9pm
• Sunday, July 20: 10am-8pm

GIANTS: African Dinosaurs
SB Museum of Natural History
Date: Every day (May 3-Nov 2) from 10:00am to 5:00pm
Admission Fees: Members free; non-members $8/adult, $7/senior, $7/teen, $5/child.

Step back in time - 135 million years ago - when dinosaurs roamed the Sahara Desert in Africa. GIANTS: African Dinosaurs showcases the African finds of world-renowned paleontologist Dr. Paul Sereno. Through this interactive dinosaur experience, visitors will learn about fossil discovery, be amazed by the art and beauty of ancient bones, and even search and dig for hidden fossils.  Created by Project Exploration.

Admission to this exhibit in Luria Hall included with general Museum admission.

 

THIS EXHIBIT CLOSES NOVEMBER 2.

Family Music Time
Kindermusik with Kathy
Date: Every Mon (Jan 1-Dec 31) at 6:00pm
Ages: all ages

Whether you have one, two or more children, come enjoy a Kindermusik class with ALL ages moving, singing and playing together. It's a perfect choice if you find yourself juggling several activities and schedules throughout the week. It's a great new way to have Family Fun with your children, and children of all ages, and see them teaching, growing and learning from each other, through a multi-age, multi-level musical experience. 30% discounts for 2nd Child. DROP IN classes welcomed anytime.

Summer College Preparation Series
SB Cal-SOAP
Date: Every day (Jul 9-Aug 7) from 6:00pm to 7:30pm

Special Instructions: call to reserve your spot

This summer California Student Opportunity and Access Program (Cal-SOAP) will be hosting a series of workshops for incoming seniors to help prepare students for the college admissions and financial aid season. Call for more information.

 

The workshop series is open to all students, with individual assistance available for Cal-SOAP eligible seniors (to be determined through the Cal-SOAP application process). The series will consist of five workshops held at Santa Barbara Junior High School in the early evenings during the months of July and August.

 

• Wednesday, July 9th (6:00pm-7:30pm) - College Options, Globe Theater
• Tuesday, July 15th (6:00pm-7:30pm) - College Options, Globe Theater
• Wednesday, July 16th (6:00pm-7:30pm) - College Choice and Fit, Globe Theater
  
• Tuesday, July 22nd (6:00pm-7:30pm) - College Choice and Fit, Globe Theater
  
• Wednesday, July 23rd (6:00pm-7:30pm) - Resources, Globe Theater
• Tuesday, July 29th (6:00pm-7:30pm) - Resources, Globe Theater
• Wednesday, July 30th (6:00pm-7:30pm) - Student Aid, Globe Theater 
  
• Tuesday, August 5th (6:00pm-7:30pm) - Student Aid, SBJHS room TBD
• Wednesday, August 6th (6:00pm-7:30pm) - Plan of action, SBJHS room TBD
• Thursday, August 7th (6:00pm-7:30pm) - Plan of action, SBJHS room TBD

Camp Haverim
Camp Haverim
Date: Every 2 weeks on Mon (Jul 21-Aug 4) from 9:00am to 3:00pm
Ages: Ages 5-12 (grades K-6)

CAMP HAVERIM, a Jewish day-camp, will once again be offered in Santa Barbara's own backyard at Cate School. Each session runs for two weeks:

Session I July 21st to August 1st

Session II August 4th  August 15th.
Camp Haverim takes an inclusive, non-denominational approach, offering a rich experience to campers age 5 to 12. "Habonim" is a separate program with age-appropriate activities for grades 7th and 8th. CAMP HAVERIM offers many activities such as Art, Music, Newspaper, Drama, Israeli Folk-Dance, Talent Shows, the ever-popular Daily Swimming and a full array of sports. Daily water activities (i.e. slip-n-slide) will also be available to children who do not wish to swim in the pool.  The camp day starts promptly at 9:00am. (Bus transportation will meet earlier.) Camp is over at 3:00pm.

 

For more information visit website. Feel free to call or e-mail Camp Director Itzik Ben Sasson: camphaverim@gmail.com

KidzArt Summer Camp
KidzArt
Date: Every weekday (Jul 7-Aug 15) from 9:00am to 3:00pm
Ages: 5-12 Admission Fees: Price varies based on schedule
Special Instructions: Options for Full Week or partial week. See website for details

KidzArt summer camps take a walk on the wild side. Expect our summer Safari, Caribbean, Mythical and World adventures to be a roaring good time! Using artist quality media, campers draw and paint animals, whimsical creatures, portraits, landscapes, nature, and still life; sculpt clay into keepsake treasures; and create elaborate multi-media projects. With all new curriculum, campers explore and express their creativity, learn techniques, and gain drawing confidence.
No experience needed! Outdoor activity and games included. Campers bring lunch & snack.

Kids Summer Reading Program
SB Public Library
Date: Every Mon, Tues, Wed, Th and Fri (Jun 16-Aug 22)
Ages: ALL

The Public Libraries have a great Summer reading program. It is from June-August!!! Kids of all ages can join in on the fun. Here is what you do:

• Go to the library & sign your name on a critter of your choice.
• Check out a book with your library card.  Read & enjoy your book.
• Return the book & pick up your Reading Record.
  Write the first title your read (You can record up to 5 titles per visit.)
  Tell one of the volunteers about one of the books you read.
  Page count: 180=2 books, 270=3 books, 360=4 books, 450=5 books
• Keep reading & earn PRIZES at 5, 15, & 25 books read!
  

Public Swimming Pool Hours
City of SB Parks & Recreation
Date: Every day (Jun 16-Aug 23)

• Carpinteria Community Pool - 5305 Carp. Ave., Mon-Fri 6am-8pm, Sa-Su 8am-5pm 566-2417
• Ortega Park Pool - 600 E. Ortega St. Mon-Fri 1:30-4pm, Sa-Su 12-5pm (June 18-Labor Day)
• Oak Park Wading Pool - 300 W. Alamar St., M-Su 11am-5pm (June - Sept. 1)
• SB High School Pool - Adult Lap Swim M,T,W,F 6-8am & 11am-1:30pm - Th 12-1:30pm - Sa 10am-12pm (Youth Swimming Lessons M,T,W,F 10-11am) -- Recreation Swim M-F 1:45-2:45pm

POOL CLOSURE: June 15-Aug 29:

• Los Banos del Mar Pool - 401 Shoreline Dr. Mon-Fri 1:45pm-3:45pm (rec swim), Sa 1:15pm-5pm
• West Beach Wading Pool - 401 Shoreline Dr., M-Su 11am-5pm (June 18-Labor Day) 966-611

Camoflauge
Ty Warner Sea Center
Date: Every day (May 17-Nov 2) from 10:00am to 5:00pm
Admission Fees: Members free; non-members $8/adult, $7/senior, $7/teen, $5/child

Marine predators and prey alike cloak themselves in camouflage to hide in plain sight. Learn the secrets of blending, patterns, disguises, and mimicry. Sharpen your observation skills and see if you can find the clever critters that deceive to survive. They're hiding right in front of you.

 

Admission to the exhibit included with general admission.

Concerts in the Park Series
City of SB Parks and Rec.
Date: Every Mon and Th (Jul 3-Aug 21) from 6:00pm to 8:30pm
Ages: all Admission Fees: FREE

Every Thursday night except for 7/31(Fiesta week)

 

All Summer long....bring your friends, family, a picnic and your dancing shoes!

 

July 3 - Maria Muldaur and her Red Hot Bluesiana Band

 

July 10 - Coldwater Canyon, Honky Tonk Country

 

July 17 - Captain Cardiac and the Coronaries 50's and 60's Rock and Roll

 

July 24 - Soul City Survivors, Hot Buttered Soul

 

Aug 7 - Leokane Pryor and Friends, Songs of Maui

 

Aug 14 - Lisa Haley & the Zydekats

 

Aug 21 - Raymond Michael, Tribute to Elvis Presley