Santa Barbara Coast City Lifestyle

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Light breezes, late summer vibes, and events for every taste—from free pools and garden days to art walks and community ...
08/07/2025

Light breezes, late summer vibes, and events for every taste—from free pools and garden days to art walks and community gatherings. Whether you're staying local or visiting, get out and enjoy the end of summer in style 🌿🎨

Make the most of this week—whether you're soaking up the sun in the pool, connecting with your neighbors, enjoying local art, or lending a hand in the garden.

Check out the full schedule!

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📍 The City List: Our Picks for August's Top Businesses 🌟This month, we're shining a spotlight on local leaders in educat...
08/06/2025

📍 The City List: Our Picks for August's Top Businesses 🌟

This month, we're shining a spotlight on local leaders in education—our top picks for Preschools and Tutoring Centers making a difference in the lives of families across the community.

Whether you’re getting ready for the school year or exploring new ways to support your child’s learning, these standout businesses are here to help—with heart, experience, and a passion for growth.

Check out our curated City List to discover trusted local resources for early learning and academic support.

🎒✨ After-school just got a major glow-up in Santa Barbara! Whether your kids want to shred waves, grow veggies, master t...
08/04/2025

🎒✨ After-school just got a major glow-up in Santa Barbara! Whether your kids want to shred waves, grow veggies, master the kitchen, or star on stage, there’s something for every passion and personality. These programs are more than just time-fillers—they build confidence, creativity, community, and resilience.

🌿 Cook with Apples to Zucchini
🏐 Bump, set, spike with 805 Beach Volleyball @805.beach
🎭 Shine on stage with Lights Up! Theatre
🌊 Surf the coast with Surf Happens
🎬 Make movies with SBIFF
🎶 Jam out with Yellow Bird Music .sb
🧪 Explore science at the SB Zoo@santabarbarazoo
👩 Lead and learn with Girls Inc.
🌱 Dig into community with Bucket Brigade
🧗 Adventure outdoors with PEAK2PACIFIC
🌳 Connect with nature through Wilderness Youth Project

Santa Barbara is full of enriching, inclusive, and inspiring options to keep kids learning and thriving after the bell rings. Explore them all in Santa Barbara Coast City Lifestyle.

📸: Michelle Castellino, Wilderness Youth Project; Karen Keltner, Peak2Pacific; others provided
Article by Anna Maria Stump
🔗 Read more: https://citylifestyle.com/articles/after-school-guide

🎨 From spreadsheets to studio walls, Pedro de La Cruz’s journey to becoming one of Santa Barbara’s most vibrant visual s...
08/01/2025

🎨 From spreadsheets to studio walls, Pedro de La Cruz’s journey to becoming one of Santa Barbara’s most vibrant visual storytellers is as inspiring as his art. Born in Tijuana and raised in Santa Barbara, Pedro brings color, joy, and deep emotion to every canvas—each piece a reflection of memory, hope, and community.

This August, his new Fiesta collection bursts with life, celebrating culture, connection, and the beauty of everyday moments. “If the world around me gets sadder,” he says, “I paint brighter.”

Explore his story and vivid works at pedrodelacruz-artist.com.

Read the full article right here 👉 https://citylifestyle.com/articles/a-second-chance-in-color

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🚨 GIVEAWAY TIME! We’ve partnered with Gaia Farm for an unforgettable experience:✨ 🐐 A private farm tour + an overnight s...
08/01/2025

🚨 GIVEAWAY TIME!

We’ve partnered with Gaia Farm for an unforgettable experience:
✨ 🐐 A private farm tour + an overnight stay at the dreamy Sky Yurt

Wander through Gaia Farms’ gorgeous regenerative landscape, connect with the land, then cozy up under the stars in their off-grid yurt with sweeping valley views.

Want in? Here’s how to enter:

✅ Follow + .farm.santabarbara
✅ Like this post
✅ Tag your adventure buddy in the comments — each tag = one entry!

📅 Giveaway ends August 7 — one winner will be announced!

Ready to unplug, unwind, and recharge in nature? 🌱💫

Summer’s at its peak—and SB is alive with possibilities! From live music to farmers' markets to time on the beach, there...
07/31/2025

Summer’s at its peak—and SB is alive with possibilities! From live music to farmers' markets to time on the beach, there’s no shortage of fun. Create moments that matter on the Santa Barbara Coast. 🌴✨

Dive into what’s in store from 👇




The August Issue is Almost Here! 🌟This month, we’re celebrating the magic of childhood and the village it takes to nurtu...
07/30/2025

The August Issue is Almost Here! 🌟

This month, we’re celebrating the magic of childhood and the village it takes to nurture it. From inspiring local artist Pedro De La Cruz—whose vibrant work captures the spirit of youth—to helpful guides on after-school programs and a nourishing late-summer recipe from Santa Barbara Longevity, this issue is packed with heart, creativity, and community.

Whether you're raising little ones, mentoring the next generation, or simply believe in the power of support and imagination, this one's for you. 💛

Get ready to flip through the pages of possibility.

Viva la Fiesta! 🎉🌺✨Santa Barbara’s most vibrant and cherished celebration returns — it’s Old Spanish Days Fiesta Week! G...
07/23/2025

Viva la Fiesta! 🎉🌺✨

Santa Barbara’s most vibrant and cherished celebration returns — it’s Old Spanish Days Fiesta Week! Get ready for a week filled with flamenco dancing, mariachi music, colorful parades, mercados, and rich cultural traditions that bring our beautiful city to life.

From La Fiesta Pequeña at the Mission to the El Desfile Histórico parade down Cabrillo Boulevard, there’s something for everyone to enjoy — including family-friendly festivities, food booths, live performances, and so much more.

Check out our full list of Fiesta events and start planning your week of fun, flavor, and tradition. ¡Viva Santa Barbara! 💃🌞🌴

All aboard for an unforgettable summer day trip! 🚂☀️ Hop the Pacific Surfliner from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo for...
07/22/2025

All aboard for an unforgettable summer day trip! 🚂☀️ Hop the Pacific Surfliner from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo for a scenic, stress-free coastal ride — complete with wine, wildlife sightings, and panoramic views.

Once in SLO, explore charming downtown shops, creekside trails, historic missions, and hidden gems like Bubblegum Alley. Stay in boutique style at the Granada Hotel & Bistro and treat yourself to incredible meals and local wines.

Whether it’s a family adventure or a relaxing getaway, the train ride alone is worth the trip. Next stop: hot springs, wineries, and beaches!

SLOCAL.com

Read the full article here 👉 https://citylifestyle.com/articles/all-aboard-amtraks-pacific-surfliner

🔥 Fresh off the grill — meet your new summer obsession: Mermaid-Style Ginger Soy Abalone from The Cultured Abalone Farm....
07/19/2025

🔥 Fresh off the grill — meet your new summer obsession: Mermaid-Style Ginger Soy Abalone from The Cultured Abalone Farm.

This easy recipe by GM Devin Spencer is all about delicate Japanese flavors, quick grilling, and serving straight from the shell. Perfect as a main with rice and veggies or as an impressive appetizer.

Pro tip: don’t wait — eat them hot off the grill!

Grab the full recipe here: culturedabalone.com

Featured in Santa Barbara Coast City Lifestyle July 2025 Issue
https://citylifestyle.com/articles/mermaid-style-ginger-soy-abalone

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