the third Thursday of June through September. This year brings more local wineries, more live music, more tasty treats, and more art by local artists. New this year are “The Wine Down,” post-“Sips” talks by local food and wine experts. When: 5:30 to 8 pm Where: 500 Ninos Drive Cost: $30 Info: www.sbzoo.org Event Professionals Showcase Santa Barbara Event Professionals will host a Showcase at the Montecito Event Center. Event industry professionals are invited to learn how SBEP members can facilitate every aspect of wedding, corporate, and celebratory events. Samples will be provided by SB caterers, with specialty coffees, samples from wineries and breweries, and ongoing entertainment, with a special performance by The La Boheme dancers. Raffle prizes will include two nights at the Ritz Carlton in Marina Del Rey, an original Moscow Mule Mug, a hair-styling session and gift cards from the Hyatt Centric Pool restaurant. When: 6 to 9 pm Where: Montecito Events Center, 30 Los Patos Way Info: www.sbep.com FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 French Conversation Group The Montecito branch of the Santa Barbara Public Library System hosts a French conversation group for those who would like to practice their French language conversation skills and meet others in the community who speak French. Both native speakers and those who learned French as a second or foreign language will participate, and new members are always welcome. When: 2 to 3 pm Where: 1469 East Valley Road Info: 969-5063 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 Trails Foundation Annual Barbecue Montecito Trails Foundation (MTF) holds its annual barbecue at Montecito Valley Ranch in Montecito. Bikers, hikers, and equestrians are welcome. Hikes and rides begin at 8:30 am, followed by barbecue lunch with drinks included, entertainment, dancing, and silent and live auctions from noon to 3 pm. MTF has worked since 1964 to preserve and maintain trails in Summerland, Montecito, and Carpinteria. A private non-profit organization, MTF is supported by donations to keep 200-plus miles of trails open to the public. When: 8:30 am 8 – 15 September 2016
Info: www.montecitotrailsfoundation.org Santa Barbara County Coastal Cleanup Day SB County residents will join hundreds of thousands of participants worldwide in clearing trash and debris from our beaches, shorelines, and inland waterways during this year’s international Coastal Cleanup Day. Be part of the largest volunteer event on the planet; meet at Butterfly Beach. Montecito Association members and local school students are set to participate. When: 9 am to noon Where: Butterfly Beach in Montecito Stow House Art Festival The Goleta Valley Art Association is sponsoring a free, fun day for the whole family on the beautiful grounds of the historic Stow House. Meet local artists with an opportunity to see and buy their newest works. Painter John Williams will demonstrate his technique for creating classic landscapes. Local crafts vendors will display their wares. Enjoy live Irish music by “Shepherd’s Pie” and funky blues/jazz by the “Summerland Trio” with Tom Henderson. Delicious food will be available, as well as children’s activities and more. When: 11 am to 5 pm Where: 304 N. Los Carneros Road Info: Elizabeth Flanagan, 886-0020, euflanagan@gmail.com ONGOING MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS Art Classes Beginning and advanced, all ages and by appointment – just call. Where: Portico Gallery, 1235 Coast Village Road Info: 695-8850 MONDAYS Connections Brain Fitness Program Challenging games, puzzles, and memory-enhancement exercises in a friendly environment. When: 10 am to 2 pm Where: Friendship Center, 89 Eucalyptus Lane Cost: $50, includes lunch Info: 969-0859 TUESDAYS Story Time at the Library A wonderful way to introduce children to the library, and for parents and caregivers to learn about early literacy skills; each week, children ages three to five enjoy stories, songs, puppets, and fun at Story Time. When: 10:30 to 11 am Where: Montecito Library, 1469 East Valley Road •MJ Info: 969-5063
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