Ongoing…
Circle Bar B Dinner Theatre, Tony and the Soprano – a fun theatrical Italian recipe with final performances through July 12 that blends together a snapshot of “the mob,” a 35-year-old auto mechanic named Vinny who still lives at home with his mother a la familia-style, two wild and crazy ladies that includes a music student whose Verdi and Rossini opera renditions changes lives, all of whom do their stereotypical Italian thing in Brooklyn, N.Y. of a certain era. And sing about it. Directed by Joseph Beck, with musical direction by John Douglas, the cast includes Stephanie Sivers, Max Avila, Leslie Ann Story, Adam Martinez, David Couch, Kristi Brown and Nanda Douglas. Performances Fridays and Saturday at 8 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m.; Sunday brunch at 11 p.m., show at 2 p.m. Opening July 24 is The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940. For tickets and more info call the CBBT Box Office at 967-1962 or check www.circlebarbtheatre.com
Gallery 113, Interactions: Recent Genre Paintings by Peter Worsley – a current body of work from Worsley’s 21st century Figurative or Social Realism Series genre that continues his basic exploration into interactions between ordinary people in everyday settings. Working with oil, and following the Notan concept of a wide range of contrasts, his paintings are prized for their compelling colors, bold shadows and a strong sense of composition. The exhibit runs through July 31. Gallery 113, 1114 State Street. Questions? Call 965-6611.
Thursday 2
Santa Barbara Contemporary Arts Forum (CAF), An Evening with Marnie Weber – a lecture and film screenings on CAF’s Forum Lounge Series featuring L.A.-based multimedia artist and filmmaker Marnie Weber. With a recurring cast of characters, Weber’s work often features circus bears, the Greek goddess Artemis, and half-human/half-animal hybrids in vividly colorful, ornate environments and dark, eerie landscapes; 7 p.m., CAF, in Paseo Nuevo, upstairs across from Center Stage Theatre. Admission is free. Got questions? Call 966-5373 or go online at www.sbcaf.org
Parks & Recreation Department, 2009 Summer Concerts in the Park. Chase Palm Park. See Arts & Entertainment.
Friday 3
Wildling Art Museum, Free Friday Flicks, “Home” – a recent film by award-winning French aerial photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand that creates a breathtaking ode to planet Earth with an aerial voyage that captures the interdependence of the world’s ecosystems as well as the bruises left behind by humans. Narrated by Glenn Close, it examines the changes from the agricultural revolution to our reliance on oil that have wreaked havoc on Earth and urges viewers to preserve our remaining, natural resources. The first Friday of each month the Wildling Museum screen notable films about nature or art that are free to the public and also provides free popcorn, cookies, water and soft drinks: 7:30 p.m., opening at 7 p.m. to allow time to view the current exhibits “Wildlings from the Deep”; 2928 San Marcos, Los Olivos. Got questions? Call 686-8315 or check www.wildlingmuseum.org
Fillmore & Western Railway Co., “Shake, Rattle and Rail Family Dinner Train” - a ’50s revue night complete with a zoot suited DJ playing the tunes of the ’50s and ’60s that you can dance to in the onboard dance car. And you’ll get a chance to take a stroll and check out Santa Paula’s popular classic car show before dinner is served. Plus, it’s a free lap-ride for kids under 2, ride only with dinner not included. For more information and reservations call 524-2546, 800-773-8724 or check online at www.fwry.com
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, Seaside Saturdays, “The Cycle of Life: Ocean Animal Food Chains” – a parent/child workshop on the first and third Saturdays of the month designed for kids ages 5 – 10 featuring different theme-related maritime activities that include crafts, storytelling, interactive games, sea songs and more. This week’s theme, “The Cycle of Life: Ocean Animal Food Chains,” explores through art, literature and games the importance of ocean food chains; 10:30 a.m. to noon, $12 SBMM members, $18 non-members and $5 each for additional siblings; 113 Harbor Way, Suite 190. For more information and the required pre-registration call 962-8404, ext. 109, and check online at www.SBMM.org
Saturday 4 – Independence Day 4th of July Celebrations
SPARKLE and the City of Santa Barbara fireworks display, West Beach, 9 p.m. Call 564-5418 or check www.santabarbara.gov/july4ADA
Goleta Fireworks Festival, Girsh Park, Camino Real Marketplace, 4 p.m., $6 Adults, $3 Kids ages 1 – 12. www.goletafireworks.org
Santa Barbara Symphony Patriotic Concert, Courthouse Sunken Garden; free. Questions? Call 898-9386 or see www.thesymhony.org
Stow House Old-Fashioned 4th of July, featuring turn-of-the-century traditions; 304 N. Los Carneros Rd., Goleta; $6 Adults and kids free. Questions?
Call 964-4407 or see www.goletahistory.org
Solvang Independence Day Parade & BBQ, Santa Ines Mission, 1760 Mission Drive (Hwy 246) beginning at 11 a.m. and ending at Solvang Park for post-parade BBQ. Questions? Call. 686-9376.
Solvang Independence Day Fireworks, an annual fireworks display at Santa Ines Mission at 9 p.m. featuring pre-fireworks food booths and activities. Got questions? Check www.solvangusa.com
Fillmore & Western Railway 4th of July Festival, Central Park in Downtown Fillmore, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., includes the Sespe Creek Car Show & Festival, a Horseshoe Tournament, a Firecracker Train and BBQ dinner. Questions?
Call 1-800-773-8724, 524-2546 or check www.fwry.com
Wednesday 8
UCSB Flute Focus 2009, see Arts & Entertainment.
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore, Starry Nights, Summertime Stargazing – a unique, fun and educational experience for the whole family on the resort’s Monte Vista Lawn featuring astronomers from the Museum of Natural History who will lead a session of sky watching through telescopes while pointing out the wonders of the night sky and mysteries of the universe. For $25 adults can enjoy unlimited appetizers and beer and wine, and kids are free with a paying adult; 8 – 10 p.m., 1260 Channel Drive, Montecito. The resort will also host a “Starry Night” on Wednesday, August 12. For more information and the necessary reservations
call 969-2261.
Santa Barbara City College Theatre Group, Laughter on the 23rd Floor.
See Arts & Entertainment.
Thursday 9
Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Music Academy of the West Concert Series, a series of free summertime concerts on Thursdays beginning today with subsequent concerts on July 16, 23, 30 and August 6 and 13 at 2 p.m. Concerts feature Academy Festival students and ensembles in programs ranging from Renaissance music to contemporary; 2 p.m., Mary Craig Auditorium, SBMA, 1130 State St. Questions? Call 884-6430 or check www.sbma.net
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore, Bella Arte Meets Bella Vista: “Drawing Upon Dwellings” - a series of bi-monthly events that combine the fine art of dining with the fine art of painting, sculpture and music. The resort’s Bottoms Art Gallery has teamed up with the Bella Vista to showcase new works and works in progress by artists in exhibits that coincide with the restaurant’s popular Thursday night buffet that features seafood favorites by chef Martin Frost - $49 and no corkage fee. Artists on exhibit this evening include watercolorist Gil DiCicco, whose focus captures Santa Barbara’s color and texture; and printmaker Leonardo Nunez, whose etchings illustrate his high degree of craftsmanship (work pictured): 5 – 9 p.m., 1260 Channel Drive. Montecito. Got questions about the artists? Call the Bottoms Art Gallery at 695-0888 and for dinner reservations call 565-8237.
Saturday 11
French Festival, Oak Park, see Events.
Tuesday 14
Jacalyn Kane Productions, Indigo Girls – a concert tour stop at the Granada for this folk-duo in celebration of their latest release, “Poseidon and the Bitter Bug.” Considered one of America’s most beloved vocal duos, the Indigo Girls have balanced their long and successful career by supporting numerous social causes – they don’t just talk the talk; they walk the walk. “Like the Grateful Dead, Dennis Miller and anchovy pizza, the Indigo Girls are critic-proof,” says USA Today. Joining the “Girls” for this concert is special guest Justin Vernon of bon iver; 7:30 p.m. For tickets and more information call the Granada Box Office at 899-2222 or purchase online at www.GranadaSB.org
Saturday 18
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, Seaside Saturdays, The Science of Seafaring: Will it Sink or Will it Float?” This week’s hands-on workshop encourages kids to explore the concept of buoyancy through building and testing boats they make themselves. See details under July 4 listing in this calendar. SBMM, 962-8404 and online at www.SBMM.org
Wildling Museum, Free Family Day, see Events.
Cachuma Lake Nature Center, Fishing Workshop, an on-land workshop on the Nature Center lawn taught by local anglers for kids ages 7 – 15 that covers fishing for trout, crappie, blue-gill, catfish, knot tying, flyfishing and flytying. Equipment is provided and parents are urged to remain with younger kids and listen in on sessions; free, other than $8 park entry fee; 8:45 a.m. to noon. A second workshop is Saturday, August 22. For the suggested pre-registration and more information call 693-0691.
Ventura Harbor Village, “Pirate Days,” see Events.
Thursday 23
Karpeles Museum, “Inner Harmony with RA Music” – a free experiential presentation by film composer (The Hunt for Red October, Little Mermaid) and creator of the RA Natural Frequency Music System, Alan Howarth, who will discuss his latest findings on the healing qualities of music and how it can be felt through the entire body, instead of just with the ears. Participants will be invited to discover their own musical “soul type,” and sound therapist Christine Grimm will also lead a toning circle in RA music; 7 – 9 p.m., Karpeles Museum, 21 W. Anapamu St.Need more information? Call 962-5322 or check online at www.TuneYourVoice.com or www.RAmusic.com
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore, Bella Arte Meets Bella Vista: “Arthology.” Featured artists this evening are Brad Nack and Ken Nack. For details on the Bella Vista’s Thursday night seafood buffet and coinciding art exhibit see listing under Thursday, July 9 in this calendar or call 565-8270.
Saturday 25
Oxnard Salsa Festival, see Events.
Upcoming in August….
Saturday 1
“Goleta Railroad Days,” see Events.
Skene Invitational Polo Match & Luncheon – a 26th annual benefit for the Braille Institute of Santa Barbara presented by the Braille Institute Auxiliary. With the theme “Through the Garden Gate, Make Wishes Come True,” the event held at the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club in Carpinteria includes a three-course luncheon, a silent auction, and a private exhibition polo match featuring top-rated polo players from around the world. For further information about the event call 565-3968 and to learn more about the Braille Institute call 682-6222 or check www.BrailleInstitute.org
August 8
14th Annual Mariachi Festival, Santa Barbara Bowl. Tickets currently on sale at the Bowl Box Office. 1112 N. Milpas St. Call 962-7411, Ticketmaster outlets by phone at 800-745-3000 and online a www.ticketmaster.com
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