Santa Barbara
EQUINE EVACUATION With Thomas fire updates
Preschool Guide for
2018 SCHOOL YEAR www.santabarbarafamilylife.com
January 2018
P R E S E NT S
Asteroids, Comets, and the Hard-Hitting Stories of Our Cosmic Origins Narrated by George Takei 2559 Puesta del Sol, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 805.682.4711 . sbnature.org
NEW PLANETARIUM SHOW
% OFF
Museum Admission and Free Planetarium Shows
2 | Santa Barbara Family & Life | www.santabarbarafamilylife.com | January 2018
Santa Barbara History On the Cover... The Santa Barbara Equine Evacuation and Assistance Team helps all Santa Barbara County emergency response agencies and animal owners in the evacuation, temporary care and sheltering of large animals in time of fire, flood, earthquake and other disasters or accidents. Advance preparation is the best way to ensure safe transport in a disaster, and SB Equine Evac happily conducts site visits to barns or facilities and helps with making an evacuation plan. You can read the full story on page 4. Photo contributed by Dennis Parker
Facebook users who enjoy local history can take a look at the “Memories of Old Santa Barbara” group, where Dennis
Photo by Daniel Dreifuss A young volunteer of Santa Barbara Equine Evacuation Assistance Team comforts a horse displaced by the Thomas Fire.
NEWS
ADVERTISING
Raiza Giorgi
Shana DeLeon
news@santabarbarafamilylife.com
ads@santabarbarafamilylife.com
Publisher & Editor
Dave Bemis Copy Editor
Leah Etling Reporter
www.santabarbarafamilylife.com
Amberly Lahr
news@santabarbarafamilylife.com
REPORTERS
Director of Advertising
CONTACT US:
Advertising Sales Assistant
amberly@santabarbarafamilylife.com
April Trieger Advertising Sales
reporter@santabarbarafamilylife.com sales@santabarbarafamilylife.com
FIND US ON:
Santa Barbara Family Life P.O. Box 1594 Solvang, CA 93464
805-350-8786 ©2018 Santa Barbara Family Life No part of this publication may be reproduced, copied or distributed without the authorization of the publisher. Santa Barbara Family & LIfe is a free publication available in select locations in Santa Barbara County. Digital copies available at: issuu.com/santabarbarafamilylife
Parker and other locals post great historical images. This photo is looking down State Street in 1876.
January 2018 | www.santabarbarafamilylife.com | Santa Barbara Family & Life | 3
‘I looked up and saw a red glow’ By Raiza Giorgi
Greg Smith returned to his home in Ventura, hoping for the best but finding it destroyed after the Thomas Fire raged out of control on its first night. Early that night, Dec. 4, Smith and his girlfriend decided after seeing the flames getting closer to their neighborhood that they should start packing up the things that mattered most to them. “I looked up to the hills behind us and saw a red glow. It was time to pack up. I knocked on everybody’s doors and made sure they were on their way out. We helped our landlord next door and his wife,” Smith said. It was 10:30 p.m. when they drove to Ventura High School. They watched their neighborhood burn until 3 a.m., then left and stayed with a friend. The couple had lived in the neighborhood
only since July, renting their house from her boss, who has lived in the area for 47 years. “This is one of the worst fires we have seen in a long time,” said Ventura County Fire Capt. Stan Ziegler. The fire started along Highway 150 in the 1000 block of Ojai Road in the vicinity of Thomas Aquinas College and Steckel Park. Casitas Municipal Water District issued a boil water order for the Upper Ojai Valley, Casitas Springs, Foster Park and entire city of Ventura due to loss of pressure and water supply from fire-related power outages.
by Daniel Dreifuss Greg Smith found nothing left of his home in Ventura after the Thomas Fire raged out of control on its first night
Now offering exclusively in Santa Barbara
Thomas fire expected to become largest in state history Staff Report
As the devastating Thomas Fire entered its third week, the largest firefighting force ever assembled in California finally caught a break, and its breath, on the weekend of Dec. 17. After the previous day’s wind-driven firestorm and epic firefight, during which crews saved hundreds if not thousands of homes in the hills above Montecito and Santa Barbara, incident managers seemed buoyed by the progress they were making in containing the conflagration. A break in the weather, especially the easing of downslope winds that had gusted to 65 miles per hour, gave 8,452 firefighters a chance to go on the offensive before the winds returned — which was predicted for later in the week. The wildfire broke out Dec. 4 near Santa Paula and is expected to become the
largest fire in California history before it is extinguished. On Dec. 18 it was 45 percent contained, although wind remained a threat to drive embers beyond the main perimeter. The cause has not yet been determined. There were as many as 17,000 people under mandatory evacuation orders in Santa Barbara County, and another 30,000 in evacuation warning areas. One fire commander said he expected the Thomas Fire to eventually overtake the 2003 Cedar Fire — which burned 273,246 acres in San Diego County — to become the largest wildfire in state history. For updates on fire activity, go to www.santabarbarafamilylife.com or noozhawk.com. For fire response information, check the Santa Barbara County website at www.countyofsb. org/thomasfire.sbc#update.
We specialize in hair restoration for all hair types and needs. From Length to Volume and advanced methods for hair loss you can trust in our expertise. We are certified in over ten methods of hair extensions to help your specific hair needs. Private room available.
BEFORE
AFTER
BEFORE
AFTER
TheSALON Talk of The Town AND HAIR EXTENSION BOUTIQUE 27 East Victoria, Suite A, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 www.talkofthetownsalon.co
805-720-4836
4 | Santa Barbara Family & Life | www.santabarbarafamilylife.com | January 2018
SB ‘equine evac’ helping with animals in Thomas Fire By Raiza Giorgi
Horses whinnied and poked their heads out of stalls at Earl Warren Showgrounds as new evacuees showed up from the Thomas Fire. Just two days after the fire began Dec. 4, almost 200 horses had already been brought to the showgrounds by their owners or picked up by members of the Santa Barbara Equine Evacuation and Assistance Team. “We’ve had more than 80 calls from people, either wanting to know if we were able to help take their horse from the property … or people reaching out to see how they can help us. We are incredibly fortunate that we can use Earl Warren as our base camp as this is the only place that can hold large quantities of large animals around here,” said Ronda Hathaway, vice president of SB Equine Evac. The nonprofit organization was started by her father Don Hathaway and Cathy O’Connor when the Painted Cave Fire scorched the mountains above Santa Barbara in 1990, Hathaway said.
The Thomas Fire started just before 7 p.m. Dec. 4 in the 1000 block of Ojai Road along Highway 150 in Ventura County in the vicinity of Thomas Aquinas College and Steckel Park. “We are so grateful to all our volunteers that come to help in each emergency situation such as this, and we respond by either sending our trailers or equipment, sheltering animals in need and taking that worry off the owner as they deal with their own situations,” Hathaway said. SB Equine Evac helps all Santa Barbara County emergency response agencies and animal owners in the evacuation, temporary care and sheltering of large animals in time of fire, flood, earthquake and other disasters or accidents. Advance preparation is the best way to ensure safe transport and sheltering of large animals displaced by disaster. SB Equine Evac happily conducts site visits to barns or facilities and assists with forming an evacuation plan. Those who participate will be provided with stall cards for accurate identification of animals
and advice on how to minimize risk of harm to humans, animals and property. Volunteers are trained and registered Disaster Service Workers with the state Office of Emergency Services. SB Equine Evac also provides education and demonstrations for many local public events, agencies and organizations. “We go to every major incident all around the county, including the Santa Ynez Valley. We’ve had some volunteers from the valley come down and ask how to help,” O’Connor said. As she spoke to the SB Family and Life Magazine at Earl Warren, Hathaway was interrupted several times by people calling to know if they were set up to take animals and if assistance was available. People were also showing up with their trailers, either wanting to place their livestock or telling the volunteer coordinators they were ready and willing to help those in need.
Photo by Daniel Dreifuss Julie Samson brushes her horse Song at the Earl Warren Showgrounds, the temporary housing for animals that needed to be evacuated due to the Thomas Fire.
Anyone who wants to help can donate to the nonprofit, call their hotline at 805-892-4484, email them at sbequineevac@gmail.com or log onto their website at www.sbequineevac.org. Photo contributed Volunteers with the SB Equine Evac team are trained and registered Disaster Service Workers with the state Office of Emergency Services.
Photo by Daniel Dreifuss Ute Sandifer walks her horses Tanner and Jewels at the Earl Warren Showgrounds, the temporary housing for animals that needed to be evacuated due to the Thomas Fire.
January 2018 | www.santabarbarafamilylife.com | Santa Barbara Family & Life | 5
‘Surf Happens’ moving school, retail shop to Carpinteria A Staff Report
fter 18 years of business, Surf Happens surf school in Santa Barbara has moved its headquarters and opened a retail space and surf shop at 3825 Santa Claus Lane in Carpinteria. Surf Happens, founded in 2000, is owned and operated by mom-and-pop team Chris and Jenny Keet. “We are looking to create a different kind of surf shop,” said Chris Keet, “offering artisanal surf goods and eco-minded products that promote a healthy and positive lifestyle. “For the past 18 years, we have offered our clients advice in wellness,
training, and environmentally conscious living. Now we have a place to invite the community and share the products we believe in,” Keet said. The new space will serve as the surf school’s headquarters and the Surf Happens Surf Shop. The shop will offer surfboards, surf-specific training equipment, health and wellness items, local surf art and apparel, and eco-minded products. The surf school offers year-round surf lessons, surf camps, rentals, parties and events, including the annual Rincon Classic. Surf Happens has been operating summer camps at Santa Claus Lane since summer 2000.
Photo contributed
6 | Santa Barbara Family & Life | www.santabarbarafamilylife.com | January 2018
Goleta hospital honored for hip, knee replacement G
Staff Report
oleta Valley Cottage Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for advanced hip and knee replacement by demonstrating continuous compliance with performance standards. Founded in 1951, the independent, nonprofit Joint Commission accredits and certifies more than 21,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States. The hospital and its joint replacement program at Cottage Center for Orthopedics underwent a rigorous, onsite survey over the summer. During the review, a team of Joint Commission expert surveyors evaluated compliance with hospital standards related to
several areas, including emergency management, environment of care, infection prevention and control, leadership, and medication management. Surveyors also conducted onsite observations and interviews. “We are very pleased to receive accreditation from The Joint Commission, the premier health care quality improvement and accrediting body in the nation,” said Vice President Arie Dejong of Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital and Cottage Rehabilitation Hospital & Therapy Services. The joint replacement program at Cottage Center for Orthopedics has received several awards from The Joint Commission. Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital was the first hospital on the Central Coast to achieve the commission’s gold seal of approval.
Psychiatrist joins staff at SB TheraMind Center D Dr. Elena Rapoport
r. Elena Rapoport, the medical director of TheraMind Center in Roseville, has extended her practice to include the TheraMind Center of Santa Barbara. She is a board-certified psychiatrist with extensive experience in treating depression, anxiety and other behavioral disorders. She began her medical career at the prestigious Pavlov Medical University in St. Petersburg, Russia, where she earned her medical degree in 1977. She spent more than a decade practicing medicine in St. Petersburg before making her home in the United States, where she received her medical license after finishing her residency at Howard University Hospital in Washington, D.C.
“We couldn’t be more pleased to have Dr. Rapoport on board with us,” said Mark Heatwole, president and chief operating officer of TheraMind Services Inc. “In addition to her impressive professional track record, Dr. Rapoport demonstrates incredible compassion for each of her patients. This is a great opportunity for anyone in our community seeking adult psychiatry services.” Doctors at the TheraMind Center treat patients suffering from treatment-resistant depression (TRD), Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Anxiety Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Bipolar Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and other mood disorders. The center also treats patients suffering from a variety of neurological disorders including chronic pain, fibromyalgia, migraines, tinnitus, stroke-related disorders, concussion and traumatic brain injuries, among others. For more information, visit www.tmsmind. com/santabarbara-ca or call 805-845-4455.
Del Hegland* LUTCF
Healthy Relationship Education Whether you are single or in a committed relationship, you can... Learn concrete skills to help you develop more fulfilling connections with the people that matter to you. Explore how stronger relationships can improve your family’s quality of life. Develop better communication skills. ___________________
Classes offered throughout Santa Barbara County Call to learn more. 805.742-2951 ______________
Call me for a Complimentary Policy & Portfolio Review!
(805) 563-1000 Specialties include: • Life insurance • Long-term care insurance
• Business planning • Retirement planning
Extensive resources. Extremely thorough. Considerable life experience. SB businessman for decades
Plan your business & family future with me & Keep smiling! ~Del *Agent, New York Life Insurance Company Register Representative offering securiteis through NYLIFE Securities LLC (member FINRA/SIPC), a licensed insurance agency.
23 Hitchcock Way, Suite #105 Santa Barbara, CA 93105 www.delhegland.com CA Insurance Lic. #0D46533
Funding for this project was provided by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Grant #HHS-2015-ACF-OFA-FM-0985. These services are available to all eligible persons, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or religion.
January 2018 | www.santabarbarafamilylife.com | Santa Barbara Family & Life | 7
Guide to Santa Barbara Preschools
I
t may be hard for parents to think about their precious little angels leaving home to attend school, especially when they are infants who might still be learning to sit up, but preschool can be important for their development. However, spaces for early childhood education are limited and enrollment begins early. To help local parents make a decision now or in a future year, we have gathered this extensive list of preschools. Montessori Center School of Santa Barbara 410 N. Fairview Ave., No. 1, Goleta; 805-683-9383; www.mcssb.org Montessori education offers students individualized learning objectives and goals tailored to each student’s particular educational interests. Programs for children from 18 months to 12, with extracurricular activities and summer camps available. Steps to Learning Montessori School 6901 Phelps Road, Goleta; 805-968-4888; www.stepstolearningpreschool.com An environment rich with motivation leads to interesting activities and invites a child to conduct his or her own experiences. The mission is to build self-confidence in an environment that stimulates fun and discovery through learning.
Little Angels Preschool 909 N. La Cumbre Road, Santa Barbara; 805-563-0884; www.littleangelespreschool.com Little Angels Preschool is committed to learning through play, especially through social interactions. A more academic approach in the Pre-K class is also available.
Trinity PreSchool 1002 Cieneguitas Road, Santa Barbara; 805-687-4988; www.trinity-preschool.org Trinity Preschool is dedicated to the healthy development of children in all facets of their lives — cognitive, social, emotional, physical and spiritual. The Christian school believes that this growth is rooted in who God is and who He created each child to be. St. Mark Preschool
805-693-1339
100 EASY STREET, BUELLTON, CA 93427 www.wildwooddoorfactory.com • aaronh@wildwooddoorfactory.com
Have the landscape of your dreams! Turn your landscape into the neighborhood gathering place or a relaxing hideaway Our custom landscape designs will delight you, bringing your yard to life Patios: Walks, driveways, pavers, fire pits, outdoor kitchens Water: Fountains, ponds, waterfalls Fences & More: Low water use planting, flagstone, landscape lighting, fences, artificial turf
Winner 2nd year in a row! Best Landscape Contractor 2016
Creative Concepts Preschool Santa Barbara; 805-682-6200; www.creativeconceptspreschool.com Creative Concepts provides a safe, nurturing and open environment for children to develop social and emotional interactive skills with their peers, building on their self-esteem, with joy, laughter and encouragement.
tct50@mac.com
Find us online at:
Hope 4 Kids Preschool 560 N. La Cumbre Road, Santa Barbara; 805-682-2300; www.h4kelc.org Hope 4 Kids Early Learning Center is continuously working with families to discover what they can do to partner with parents in their children’s education and social and emotional growth and development.
Discoveries Learning Center 4519 Hollister Ave., 805-683-3001; child-care-preschool.brighthorizons.com Child’s Play 1415 San Andres St., Santa Barbara; 805-966-6767; www.childsplaysb.com Through play, the child’s inherent method of absorbing information, the school reinforces self-motivated exploration that inspires a lasting
Somerset Preschool and Day Care 5597 Somerset Drive, Santa Barbara; 805-967-6298; www.somerset-preschool.com. Established in 1995 as an in-home, family-owned, Christian preschool and child care center. The outside play area is divided into three different play themes: the bike, tyke and play house zone; large grass area for running that also includes climbing toy; and an area for quiet play and building. Conscious Kids Preschool and Kindergarten 621 Ricardo Ave., Santa Barbara; 805-708-2218; www.consciouskidspreschool.net. All Saints by-the-Sea Parish School 84 Eucalyptus Lane, Montecito; 805-9694946; www.allsaintsbythesea.org/parish-school In the tradition of Episcopal schools, the director works to create a place where God’s youngest saints are nurtured and prepared for their elementary school years and beyond.
Kinderkirk Preschool and Daycare 1111 Vallecito Road, Carpinteria; 805-684-4070; www.kinderkirk.org Kinderkirk is a nonprofit, self-supporting educational program of the Carpinteria Community Church. It seeks to support families within the context of their own unique social, economic and cultural make-up.
Now Enrolling for the
Over 20 prestigious national & state awards for landscape installation and design!
PO Box 1218 • Solvang, CA 93464
Learningden Preschool 4485 Hollister Ave., Santa Barbara, 805-683-5801; www.thelearningden.com The Learningden Preschool believes children learn through interaction with peers, parents, staff and friends in a friendly learning environment. Curriculum is based on the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education, where topics are driven by questions, information and excitement expressed by the children.
Garden Preschool 305 E. Anapamu St., Santa Barbara; 805-451-5487; www.sbgardenpreschool.com Garden Preschool is a demonstration site for the Outdoor Classroom Project. The project’s goal is to increase the quantity and quality of outdoor experiences for all children. The children spend equal amounts of time inside and outside each day.
Custom Interior & Exterior Doors & Windows Wood & Vinyl Retrofit Hardware & Mouldings
Lic. #413651
passion for learning.
El Montecito School 3225 Calle Pinon, Santa Barbara, 805-962-3092; www.elmoschool.org El Montecito develops students with a love for learning in a private school environment. A love for one another and a prayerful, intentional obedience to God knit student, teacher and parents together.
Wild Wood Door Factory, Inc.
Call 805-896-7960
3942 La Colina Road, Santa Barbara; 805-687-4111; www.stmarkpreschool.com St. Mark Preschool has a well-balanced curriculum, including opportunities to enhance social and cooperation skills needed to prepare children for kindergarten. They provide several extracurricular activities to support individual interest and learning — dance, music, Bible study, art, gardening, science and cooking.
&
2018-19 school year 346 Tel: (805) ang, CA 9 563-0884
PO Box 1218 • Solv
4
License # 426208876
8 | Santa Barbara Family & Life | www.santabarbarafamilylife.com | January 2018
Rare twins born to giant anteaters at SB Zoo Staff Report
I
n a rare occurrence, the Santa Barbara Zoo’s giant anteater, Anara, has given birth to twins. Two female pups were born overnight and discovered by keepers on Monday, Nov. 21. Twins are unusual in this species, and the likelihood for survival of both pups, if left with the mother, is extremely low. “We monitored the newborn pups and allowed them both to stay with their mother for as long as possible,” said Dr. Julie Barnes, the zoo’s director of animal care and health. “We had several plans to implement depending on how they progressed. Although Anara did an amazing job in the first few days, we were starting to see a significant weight discrepancy between the pups. That indicated it was time to start hand-rearing the smaller pup in order to increase the chances of survival of both pups.” Giant anteater babies grow fast, and providing enough milk for more than one infant is difficult. In addition, the mother carries the baby on her back until it is nearly her size, so carrying both twins would prove impossible for the mother after just a few weeks. Anara herself is a twin, handraised at the Fresno Zoo. The larger pup has two black stripes on her back, while the smaller has only one. The smaller pup is in an incubator and being fed every three hours around the clock. She will not be on view to the public for several months.
Photo contributed In a rare occurrence, the Santa Barbara Zoo's giant anteater, Anara, gave birth to twins.
Anara and the larger pup are expected to go out on exhibit within the next two weeks – the pup will be clinging to her mother’s back. “Anara is doing well and is a great mother,” Barnes added. “We are delighted that both pups are female, as her previous two surviving pups were male. We need more females in order to ensure we have a genetically healthy population for his species in North America. Her mate Ridley, who came from Germany, has valuable genes that are not well represented so far. Those genes go with his offspring and help diversity the genes of giant
anteaters in human care in zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.” Although twins for anteaters are rare, it is not so much the case for Anara; this is her second set of twins out of three pregnancies with Ridley. The pair’s first offspring were twins, a male and female, born in March 2014, but the female newborn did not survive. The male pup was hand-reared and is now at the Tennessee Zoo. Nine months later, another male pup was born. He now resides at the Birmingham Zoo. A total of 29 giant anteaters have been born at
the Santa Barbara Zoo since 1975. Prior to Anara and Ridley’s first litter in 2014, the last time a giant anteater was born there was in 2006. The local zoo was a leader in an early nationwide study of giant anteaters, thanks in great part to Grandma, who had more than 15 offspring. The p average lifespan for this species is between 20 and o 23, and Grandma lived to be 31 years old. She was s the oldest giant anteater in captivity when she died i in 2002. Giant anteaters were once found from northern i Argentina to southern Belize, in savannas, grass- s lands, swampy areas, and humid forests. They have since disappeared from Belize, Guatemala, n and probably Costa Rica. In South America, they i are also gone from Uruguay and portions of Brazil. t The Union for the Conservation of Nature t (IUCN) estimates population loss of at least 30 percent over the past 10 years, and lists the species o as “vulnerable.” t Giant anteaters have a body length of 3 to 4 feet with a tail that is an additional 2 to 3 feet, p and weigh 40 to 85 pounds, though some captive w anteaters have weighed more than 100 pounds. s The Santa Barbara Zoo is open daily from 10 w a.m. to 5 p.m. General admission is $17 for adults, a $13 for seniors 65 and older, and $10 for children 2-12. Children under 2 are admitted free. Parking t costs $7 on weekdays and $10 on Saturdays and t Sundays. M For more information, visit www.sbzoo.org.
UPDATE YOUR LANDSCAPE To reduce water use & your bill:
o a i
t o
a n b O
• Update your landscape to a beautiful, low maintenance, water wise garden. • Plant now. For spring color, plants need to establish their roots in the winter. • Go Native. Plant native and water wise plants and reduce watering and maintenance needs.
Rebates may be available. For inspiration go on a “Virtual Garden Tour” at SantaBarbaraCa.gov/WaterWise
t
o t F g
w
s i p
January 2018 | www.santabarbarafamilylife.com | Santa Barbara Family & Life | 9
Eggs and the Kiddie Tips from a motivational mama
events
An interview with founder of the Jenny Schatzle Program
A
By Carey Bradshaw
lthough she’s been involved in Central Coast fitness circles since 1999, she became a household name in 2012. Jenny Schatzle and her business partner created outdoor “boot camps in the park” on Saturday mornings, charging $5 a person. They started with 10 people and soon had 200 in what is now known as the Jenny Schatzle Program. With a focus on creating community and helping people to change their lives, Jenny believes in supporting others without judgment. In addition to running a thriving business, Jenny and her husband recently welcomed twin girls into their busy lives. I had a blast getting to know this inspirational “mamapreneur” and am excited to share the highlights of our talk. Question: You are a busy woman! Any tips on how you focus on your relationship amidst twins, work, life, etc.? Answer: You have to communicate with your partner. As mothers we tend to be martyrs and want to do everything ourselves. Then we get upset when no one helps us. We feel we know what works and have the rhythm and schedule down and then dad comes in and messes everything up. It’s frustrating but we need to allow them do that, as it will help them to build a different relationship with the children. This is a good thing. Mutual respect is important. Q: Any New Year resolutions? A: Acceptance. As mothers we need to accept ourselves for who we are; this includes our bodies and our lives. Moms are the most powerful beings on this planet — we give life to humans! We need to learn to accept our limitations and the fact that where we are right now is perfectly okay. My New Year resolution is to lead by example and accept where I am in this moment. It may not be where I used to be, or where I feel I should be, but this is where I am today and I accept it. Our kids are watching, and we need to lead by
example and show them that wherever we are in life that we are good enough. So often we obsess about the trivial or negative things in our lives. Can you imagine what it would be like if we obsessed over the great things instead? When you get out of the shower, instead of looking at yourself and thinking about what needs to change or improve, instead try looking at yourself and say one positive thing about your body. I do realize that sometimes we have to fake it ‘til we make it, but those positive images, thoughts and words are the first step. I am also trying to enjoy the moment and get off my phone more. Q: What surprised you about motherhood? A: Being a mother is the hardest and most exhausting thing I have ever done. The twins are 5 months old and I’m just now coming out of the fog of new motherhood. Also, mom guilt is real. We need breaks and we need to be able to communicate our needs without feeling guilty. Q: What advice can you give to the new moms out there? A: Commit to plans and make a goal not to break them. My personal goal is to get out of the house at least once a day. Q: How do you stay so motivated? A: Your vibe attracts your tribe. You are who you surround yourself with. If I am the smartest person at this table then we are all in big trouble. I surround myself with people who are going to push me, are smarter and more educated because that is the level I want to rise to. Find your tribe. Q: What one thing would you do if fear were not a factor? A: I am fearful every day but I’m living my dream life and doing what I am passionate about. I surround myself with people who don’t let fear stop me. My advice: Don’t let fear of failure stop you! Carey Bradshaw of Santa Barbara is a working mom just trying to balance it all. She runs Hooter Holster and Creative Butter.
It’s never too soon to safeguard your bones B By Cottage Health
one health is literally something you build on throughout your life, not just as a child. And the efforts you put in now will keep bones strong and help prevent the bone-thinning disease osteoporosis as you age. Most of the 10 million Americans living with osteoporosis are women, but men are at risk, too, according to the National Osteoporosis Foundation. It weakens bones, leaving them at greater risk of fracture. Here are four steps to better bone health for women and men: n First, make sure your diet has calcium, an essential mineral, and vitamin D. These nutrients work in tandem on bone building. Low-fat dairy, such as plain yogurt and milk, is a great calcium source. Also, look for milk that’s been fortified with
vitamin D. You can get some D from fatty fish, like tuna and salmon, spending limited time in the sun, and supplements. n Second, eat healthfully in general. Magnesium, potassium and vitamins C and K are also important. They’re in many fruits, peppers and leafy green veggies. Get enough protein, but not too much, which could lower your calcium level. Skip soda and limit alcohol, salt and caffeine. n Third, get the types of exercise that support bone health, primarily strength-training and weight-bearing cardio activities — those that are done standing, like walking. Add workouts that help with balance, like yoga and tai chi, to improve posture and prevent falls, the key culprit in broken bones. n Finally, don’t smoke. Smoking decreases bone density.
Kids’ Showcase
Sun, Jan 21 / 3 PM / UCSB Campbell Hall $10 / $5 children (12 & under) FREE to Family Fun series Subscribers
An eclectic and exciting program for all ages built on Mountainfilm’s mission to educate and inspire audiences about culture and the environment. A selection of short adventure films sourced from the festival will awe and amaze.
Wed, Feb 7 / 7 PM (note special time) / Granada Theatre $65 / $50 / $35 / $19 all students (with valid ID) A Granada facility fee will be added to each ticket price
“There’s the circus, and then there’s Cirque Éloize.” The New York Post 11 top-level cast members will perform phenomenal physical feats in this music-packed theatrical thrill ride inspired by the Wild West. Event Sponsors: Kay McMillan Susan McMillan & Tom Kenny Corporate Sponsor:
Bring your kids an hour before the Campbell Hall Family Fun event for balloons, face painting and crafts! Corporate Season Sponsor:
(805) 893-3535 / www.ArtsAndLectures.UCSB.edu Granada event tickets can also be purchased at: (805) 899-2222 | www.GranadaSB.org
Media Sponsors:
10 | Santa Barbara Family & Life | www.santabarbarafamilylife.com | January 2018
Bishop Diego routs Shasta, 41-6, to win CIF state football championship
Staff Report
The motto for the Bishop Diego football team during the postseason has been, “Right Here, Right Now.” The Cardinals took care of business Saturday night, Dec. 16, whipping Shasta of Redding, 41-6, in the CIF Division 3AA State Championship Bowl Game at Cal Lutheran’s Bishop Diego football coach William Rolland Stadium Tom Crawford hoists the CIF in Thousand Oaks. State Championship Trophy. It’s the first state birth to twins. football championship for a high school in Santa Barbara County. Star running back John Harris ran for two touchdowns and caught a touchdown pass, and the Bishop defense shut down Shasta’s vaunted running game. “Amazing,” Bishop senior tackle Jacob Songer said. “We prepared for this day since freshman year; every single day, every practice, every summer practice. Especially this week, with the fire, we had to focus extra hard. To come out here and get this huge win, it feels amazing.” Harris, who rushed for 146 yards on 12 carries, giving him a career record of 5,126 yards, said: “Never did I think that we’d be winning a state championship. All of us, we’ve been working for years, and to come away with it is something special.” Said senior offensive guard Skip Guillen: “It was the plan we had in the beginning, and we knew were going to come out on top.” As they’ve done throughout the six-game postseason, the Cardinals got outstanding play on both sides of the ball. The offensive line opened the holes for the running backs, picked up Shasta’s blitzes and protected the quarterbacks. “We’re just a family,” Guillen said of the O-linemen. “We just like to go out there and do what we do and go out and execute.” Songer concurred: “We work as a family; we’re a unit. Once we get on the field, it’s strictly business. We get out there and work our butts off every single play.” The line received a solid performance from freshman Toby Pouso’o, who played center in place of an injured senior Chris Jablonka. “He killed it — a freshman stepping in for a senior in a state championship game. That’s a big deal,” Harris said of Pouso’o. Quarterbacks Jake Engel and David Gladish each threw touchdown passes and made key scrambles to set up scores. Linebacker Ashton Borgeson, playing like a man possessed, led a ferocious defensive unit that shut down a potent Shasta running attack and forced the Wolves to pass more than they are accustomed to.
“The idea was not let them get big yardage on first down,” said coach Tom Crawford. “I felt for a good portion of the game, because of our defense, we were playing on their half of the field, which was something we were fortunate to do throughout a lot of the playoffs.” Shasta (12-2), which was without starting running back Seth Parks (rib injury), struck on its first possession of the game, scoring on a pass play. On third and 9 from the Bishop 40, quarterback Ian Garcia found Kenyon Riley over the middle and Riley sped past Bishop defenders for a 60-yard touchdown at 9:42 of the Photos by Barry Punzal, Noozhawk first quarter. The Wolves John Harris beats Shasta's Corbin Muckel to score Bishop Diego's first touchdown. Harris scored three TDs and rushed for 146 yards. missed the PAT. “The first drive was awesome. We came out the key.” fired up and ready to go and obviously it was a Engel made the key play on the Cardinals’ good play call,” Garcia told Redding TV station TD drive, rolling to his left and then coming KRCR. “From there, I think their defensive line back to the right to pick up 38 yards on third and did a really good job with our offensive line, 3 from the Shasta 33. On second down, Engel moving bodies. We lost the offensive line battle, passed to Harris and he took it in from 25 yards but I mean you gotta hand it to them, they were for the score. Jack Luckhurst kicked the PAT for the better team, they proved that.” a 7-6 lead at 6:10 of the first quarter. Shasta’s TD was the first time Bishop had “That’s just me going for it,” said Engel of his given up the first score since the Southern Secrun. “I see an open hole and I just run. I feel the tion Division 6 semifinal against Saugus. pressure, so I just get out of there as quick as I The Cardinals (15-1) answered right away, can.” driving 68 yards for a touchdown. He ran for 62 yards on two carries and passed “Honestly, it just boosted our confidence and for 111 yards and two touchdowns. we just knew that, no matter what, we’d do our The Cardinals made it 14-7 when Harris Bishop Diego defenders smother Shasta running back Vincent Smith. job and get the dub,” said Guillen of coming bolted off right tackle for a 59-yard touchdown back from the early deficit. run. He got a great lead block from Borgeson to were driving. And not just the interception but “The experience level and the composure explode into the open field. Luckhurst kicked the return got us back toward midfield,” said we’re able to keep really helped us out,” said the PAT. Crawford. Harris. “If it wasn’t for the good individuals we “He’s a very special football player … he’s Harris put the finishing touch on the game and have, we wouldn’t have been able to do it and very good,” said Engel of Harris. “I just give the a fabulous career, running for a 19-yard touchcome back.” ball to him and he’s going off.” down with 8:15 in the fourth quarter. Crawford said the team remained calm. The Bishop defense forced another Shasta The Bishop defense was outstanding in its “On the sidelines, it was just, ‘OK, not a punt and the offense rewarded it with 59-yard last three championship games — the Southern big deal.’ I thought our kids stayed very steady touchdown drive. Engel had a 24-yard run Section, SoCal Regional and State — allowing throughout the game,” he said. “Once again, hat’s and then hit Evan McKeegan for an 18-yard just 19 total points. off to a really good defensive effort. I thought touchdown. The philosophical Borgeson compared the we did a marvelous job in terms of getting guys McKeegan eluded two Wolves before diving long road to the state championship to conquerto the ball and not letting them get down field and stretching the ball over the pylon for the ing a tall mountain. too much, and getting multiple guys to the ball score and a 21-6 advantage at halftime. “Winning a title is like a long journey up a carriers. The Cardinals scored two passing touchmountain,” he said. “You get setbacks with some “They have some guys who are very talented downs in the third quarter. Engel and Veal boulders but you keep on chugging until finally and run really hard, so it was important to get connected on a 40-yard score and Dylan Streett you reach the top and get on the mountain and multiple guys to the ball carrier. I thought we caught a 15-yard pass from Gladish for a 35-6 celebrate with your brothers.” forced them into situations where they had to lead with 1:22 left in the quarter. punt a few times because they were at their end Streett also made a huge defensive play in the Noozhawk sports editor Barry Punzal can be of the field early on. I’m pretty sure if they were third, picking off a Shasta pass at the 10-yard reached at bpunzal@noozhawk.com. Follow at our end of the field they would have been line and returning it to the 38. Noozhawk Sports on Twitter: @NoozhawkSports. going for it on fourth down. The focus of our “That was a big play by Dylan in the third guys in terms of just staying steady was really quarter to get that interception when they
SB Audubon Society offers ‘Winter Bird Count 4 Kids’ Staff Report
The Santa Barbara Society will hold its annual Winter Bird Count 4 Kids at 9 a.m. Jan. 20 at Lake Los Carneros Park.
Photo by Betsy Mooney The Santa Barbara Audubon Society will hold its annual Winter Bird Count 4 Kids at 9 a.m. Jan. 20 at Lake Los Carneros Park.
The Santa Barbara Audubon Society will hold its annual Winter Bird Count 4 Kids from 9 a.m. to noon Jan. 20 at Lake Los Carneros Park, 304 N. Los Carneros Road in Goleta. Through the support of the city of Goleta, Audubon is able to offer the free introduction to bird-watching for young people, ages 8 to 16. All budding birdwatchers must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The sign-in table will be near the Stow House parking lot, and the event will be held rain or shine. The first 75 kids to sign in that day will receive a free T-shirt. After sign-in and orientation, participants will be guided around the lake by an experienced naturalist, recording the bird species they observe on their souvenir bird checklists. Everyone is encouraged to bring binoculars, but thanks to the UCSB Associated Students Coastal Fund, Audubon is able to loan some to the youthful participants. Free snacks will be provided by Trader Joe’s, Nothing Bundt Cakes, and Smart & Final. Call 805-964-1468 for more information, or go to http://SantaBarbaraAudubon.org.
January 2018 | www.santabarbarafamilylife.com | Santa Barbara Family & Life | 11
Entrepreneurs can take fast track with SBCC ‘Rapid Launch’ Staff Report
Registration open now for spring classes In just one semester, the SBCC Scheinfeld Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation’s Rapid Launch Intensive can help student entrepreneurs take a product or service concept from idea to prototype to sales. The program is open to all SBCC students regardless of academic discipline. The spring 2018 Rapid Launch Intensive combines three courses: Enterprise Launch, Business Plan Development, and the non-credit Product Design and Rapid Prototyping Workshop. Students can put their business ideas on a fast track by taking all three courses this spring, or can enroll in a single course. Students also gain early exposure to global
manufacturing topics as part of the Scheinfeld Center’s Global Competence Initiative. “I am constantly impressed by the drive and success of our entrepreneurial students from such a wide range of academic and life experiences,” said Armando Arias del Cid, SBCC Drafting/CAD Department chairman and founder of SBCC Makerspace. “We’re really excited about the resources we’re able to offer students today and into the future through our collaboration between SBCC Makerspace and the Scheinfeld Center.” All students also have access to no-cost business consulting and coaching from the Scheinfeld Center’s Small Business Development Center for continued support during and after the semester. Class registration is underway and spring courses begin Jan. 16. To apply to SBCC or to register for classes, visit www.sbcc.edu.
Aerial dance meets English SBCC student Abigail lit at Laguna Blanca School Perry wins national honor By Tara Broucqsault For Laguna Blanca
By Luz Reyes-Martin for SBCC
A
Students in Charles Donelan's advanced-placement English literature class at Laguna Blanca were flying high thanks to a partnership between the Santa Barbara Centre for Aerial Dance and Laguna Blanca's English and performing arts departments. For four weeks, students trained under the direction of Ninette Paloma, director of the Centre for Aerial Dance. They culminated their studies with a 45-minute aerial performance titled “Jane Air,” an adaptation of Charlotte Brontë’s novel “Jane Eyre,” on Nov. 29 in the Spaulding Auditorium. Donelan wrote the adaptation of the novel for the stage over the summer and began meeting with Paloma, who choreographed the piece, in August. Performing Arts instructor Dana Caldwell was the theatrical director. The project connected senior students in AP English literature with Caldwell’s Middle School theater arts students in an experience that merged the Upper School English curriculum with aerial dance. The intended impact of “Jane Air” on the school is threefold. First, seniors in AP English literature participated in a trust-building physical and mental challenge alongside middle school students, realizing the value of their maturity and sharing their knowledge of English literature in a unique way. Second, middle school students in theater arts participated in an impressive performance, which they can imagine repeating when they enter the Upper School.
Photo contributed Students rehearse their aerial performance of Jane Air at Laguna Blanca School.
Finally, students, parents and faculty who attended the performance saw how daring, creative and talented Laguna Blanca students can be. The students worked during one class per week on the aerial dance component and devoted some of their other class time to discussing and writing about the work. Students in AP English literature have already studied “Jane Eyre,” which was assigned as required summer reading. The outcome was a reflection of the extent to which Laguna Blanca students could collaborate across divisions and learn new and art forms, all while consolidating their understanding of canonical English literature in preparation for the AP exam. For more information about Laguna Blanca School, visit lagunablanca.org or call 687-2461.
bigail Perry, a student in the Department of Communication at Santa Barbara City College, has been selected as the Sigma Chi Eta National Student of the Year for 2017 by the National Communication Association. In addition to accepting the award at the 103rd annual NCA Convention in Dallas in November, Perry represented SBCC on a panel about service learning and was elected to the National Student Advisory Board for the Sigma Chi Eta Communication Honor Society. Every year, Sigma Chi Eta inducts and rewards outstanding communication students while exploring options for community college students to transfer to
four-year colleges or universities or enter the workforce. “We are so very proud of Abby,” said communication professor Sarah Hock, faculty adviser for the Alpha Beta Chapter of Sigma Chi Eta. “It was a tremendous opportunity for her to network nationally with other student leaders.” Last year, Perry was chosen the Outstanding Student in Communication at SBCC, and this year she serves as the chapter president of Sigma Chi. In addition, she acts as a tutor for two classes, Communication Theory and Communication Research Methods. Her long-term goal is to go to become a professor of communication. Perry said did not have clearly set goals before starting at SBCC. That ch anged when she signed up for her first communication class.
Let’s Talk Health Insurance
Self-Employed • Employer Groups • Medicare Supplements
What you need to know about health insurance ~ Let’s discuss. Call for a free consultation.
(805) 569-2607
Gulley & Larsen
Insurance Services, LLC CA Lic. OE83625
www.gulleyandlarsen.com
12 | Santa Barbara Family & Life | www.santabarbarafamilylife.com | January 2018
Teen Star competition announces 10 local finalists By Angie Bertucci Teen Star USA
After months of preparation and three days of auditions by some of Santa Barbara’s most talented teenagers, Teen Star has announced the top 10 finalists who will perform and compete in the Showcase Finale on Feb. 24 at the Arlington Theatre. The young singers have been selected after interviewing and auditioning before a panel of judges, and the top 10 will go on to attend James McKernan of Bishop Dimentoring sessions with this year’s celebrity mentor, ego High School was a finalist in last year's competition. Kenny Loggins. This year’s earlier audition schedule allows the finalists more time than in the past to work one-on-one with Loggins to prepare for their performances. "I'm really looking forward to hearing the new young talent in Santa Barbara. Over the years, I’ve enjoyed helping a few fantastic young artists grow into their promise,” Loggins said. The 10 finalists are: n Ava Burford, Santa Barbara High School (11th grade) n Benjamin Catch, San Marcos High School (10th grade)
n Daniel Geiger, Pioneer Valley High School (12th grade) n McKenna Gemberling, San Marcos High School (9th grade) n Jake Gildred, Santa Ynez High School (9th grade) n Neve Greenwald, Dos Pueblos High School (9th grade) n Holly Hadsall, La Colina Junior High School (7th grade) n Savannah Jayaraman, home school (12th grade) n Elizabeth Padfield, Solvang Middle School (8th grade) n Nicole Trujillo, Dos Pueblos High School (12th grade)
The alternates are Sofia Schuster, Crane Country Day School (8th grade), and Milania Espinoza, Lakeview Junior High School (7th grade). For eight years, Teen Star Showcase has brought to Santa Barbara County a professional concert experience complete with red carpet entrance designed to make area youth feel like superstars. The judges and live audience voting on the night of the performance will determine three finalists and the ultimate winner. The winner receives a $1,000 scholarship and the title of Teen Star Santa Barbara. In addition to being a singing competition, Teen Star offers seminars and workshops on auditioning and instructive feedback for contestants, as well as mentoring sessions for finalists. Teen Star then provides opportunities for the winners to be seen and heard at key civic events throughout the county. Tickets for the Showcase Finale are on sale at AXS. com or at the Arlington box office. Learn more at TeenStarUSA.com.
Contributed photo The Public, a movie starring Emilio Estevez, follows a group of homeless library patrons, who, after learning that emergency shelters are at capacity during a brutal Midwestern cold front, refuse to leave Cincinnati's downtown public library at closing time.
SB International Film Festival By Jackson Gibbon SB International Film Festival
The Santa Barbara International Film Festival, presented by UGG, will open with the worldwide premiere of “The Public” at the Arlington Theatre on Wednesday, Jan. 31. The film, written and directed by Emilio Estevez, stars Estevez, Alec Baldwin, Jena Malone, Christian Slater, Taylor Schilling, Che “Rhymefest” Smith, Gabrielle Union, Jacob Vargas, Michael K. Williams and Jeffrey Wright. “I’ve long admired Emilio Estevez as an artist, actor, director,” said Roger Durling, SBIFF executive director. “With ‘The Public,’ I feel he has done his most personal and fully realized work. The film “speaks wonderfully about our current divided country, but it also does not preach. It keeps us cinematically immersed,” he added.
“The Public” follows a group of homeless library patrons, who, after learning that emergency shelters are at capacity during a brutal Midwestern cold front, refuse to leave Cincinnati’s downtown public library at closing time. What begins as a nonviolent “Occupy” sitin and ragtag act of civil disobedience quickly escalates into a standoff with local riot police, a no-nonsense crisis negotiator, and a savvy DA with lofty political ambitions. The 33rd annual festival runs Wednesday, Jan. 31, through Saturday, Feb. 10. To get more information or to buy tickets, festival passes and packages, visit www.sbiff.org.
January 2018 | www.santabarbarafamilylife.com | Santa Barbara Family & Life | 13
Nutritious, delicious beef is king of the barbecue
- 2011, the beef community improved its sustainability by 5 percent by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, reducing water use and land use, and by improving animal health and performance (www.beefresearch.org). It does not stop there. Cattlemen and women are interested in the next challenges and future opportunities to improve sustainability, and they are researching ways to reduce food waste, invest in technology, improve animal breeding, and generate more communication with retail and food-service partners. Most importantly, ranchers want consumers to know that we raise our cattle with care. The same beef that local ranchers feed their families might also be enjoyed by a family in New York City or a diner in Japan. Santa Barbara County cattlemen and women are proud to provide safe, wholesome and nutritious beef while caring for cattle and wildlife and maintaining open landscapes in Santa Barbara County for all to enjoy. For recipes and more tips on beef nutrition and cooking, visit www.BeefItsWhatsForDinner. com.
By Lauren Scheller
Some may say that this year’s grilling season has passed us by, but many others feel that the Central Coast offers optimal year-round conditions for outdoor cooking and eating. Beef is a staple on the barbecue, and rightfully so. It’s delicious, nutritious and versatile. o There are many favorite beef cuts for grilling, including the rib-eye, top loin, T-bone, top sirloin, filet, flank steak, and the local favorite, tri-tip. Some other delicious cuts include the flat iron (the top blade steak that is the second-most tender cut, after the tenderloin) and chuck-eye steaks. And autumn is no time to put away the slow cooker. Some beef cuts, mostly from the chuck and the round, are better suited for “low and slow” cooking methods such as braising, slow cooking, oven roasting or smoking. The tougher muscles and tissues in cuts like chuck roast, short ribs, round tip roast and brisket become tender enough to cut with a fork and melt in your mouth after they are cooked at .low heat for a few hours. When it comes to purchasing beef, there are many choices — but they’re all great. Whether it’s grain-finished, grass-finished, natural or organic, all beef has 10 essential nutrients including zinc, iron, protein and B-vitamins. Zinc helps maintain a healthy immune system; iron helps the body use oxygen; protein helps preserve and build muscle; and vitamins B6
and B12 help maintain brain function. Beef packs all of that power and more. A 3-ounce serving of lean beef provides 25 grams of protein, about half of the recommended daily value. What’s “lean” beef? More than 30 of our favorite beef cuts qualify for lean, including strip steak, tenderloin, flank steak, bottom round roast, brisket, tri-tip, 93
percent lean ground beef, and more. Tip: Look for “round” or “loin” in the name. These cuts are low on calories but high on flavor. When raising beef, continuously improving the ways in which cattlemen and women responsibly care for our land and our animals is a top priority. As a matter of fact, from 2005
Lauren Scheller is a member of the Santa Barbara County Cattlewomen, and her family has a long history as ranchers in Los Alamos. She works for the Arizona Beef Council, promoting the beef and cattle industry. Follow the SBC Cattlewomen on Facebook for more information.
Kimberly Zimmerman promotes health and wellness with a juicy twist
By Victoria Martinez
A
s a former Division I college athlete, Kimberly Zimmerman has spent her entire adult life staying connected to the world of health and wellness in some fashion, but it was not until she recognized the lack of stability and consistency in her Orange County corporate marketing career that she realized her need for both body and mind wellness. While struggling to find a sense of self-satisfaction in the corporate world, Zimmerman noticed a co-worker with a dramatically different attitude and presence. “She was a breath of fresh air,” Zimmerman said. When she asked her coworker what she was doing in her life that made her so full of happiness, the co-worker talked about hot yoga. After 20 days for $20 at a local yoga studio, Zimmerman was hooked. She jumped in by taking classes at least three times a week and delving into the practice. Then, after three months of diligent practice, she went into work one day, both late and unmotivated. “I said, ‘Maybe I’m done here.’” And with that, the seeds for The Juicy Life
were planted. Zimmerman started educating herself about raw and vegan foods and went through teacher training at CorePower Yoga in 2010. Soon she was able to tap into her business and marketing skills at the “living food” restaurant Good to Go in Orange County. From there, she went on to start Curl Bar, a juice bar inside the Newport Beach Curl Fitness facility. There she created her first smoothie and juice menu. After helping a number of juice bars and yoga studios launch their operations and graduating from The Institute of Integrated Nutrition, Zimmer-
man saw an opportunity to be closer to her hometown of Lompoc and her family in 2013 when CorePower Yoga was opening a location in Santa Barbara. Since 2013, she has worked with gyms, studios, and corporate clients throughout Santa Barbara County and beyond. This summer, The Juicy Life Yoga Studio was born. Tucked back into Numancia Street in Santa Ynez, the studio offers a variety classes taught by Zimmerman and a number of other instructors. With a fresh garden outside and cozy lobby displaying goods from local businesses, the studio brings a breath of fresh air to the community. “I love that it’s in Santa Ynez,” Zimmerman said. One of the most unusual aspects of The Juicy Life is the juice business itself. Juices, gazpachos and nut milks made with local, seasonal ingredients can be found at the studio, Valley Grind and New Frontiers Natural Marketplace. “The juice company always had a farm-totable feel,” Zimmerman said. Zimmerman made home deliveries for years and would lug large containers of juice to her classes and rent kitchen space wherever she could find it. Now, all the juices are made at the Parks-Janeway Carriage House
on Sagunto near the studio. With 24 people in the studio on its first day, July 1, and more than 30 active members at the studio already, The Juicy Life Yoga Studio is primed to meet the expanding health and wellness needs of the Valley. “I want to help people to have the things that I have, and I wanted to have a space to bring it all together,” Zimmerman added. The Juicy Life Yoga Studio is at 3595 Numancia St., Unit BB, in Santa Ynez. For more information about the studio or Zimmerman’s health and nutrition coaching, consulting, or yoga instruction, www. juicylifecoach.com.
14 | Santa Barbara Family & Life | www.santabarbarafamilylife.com | January 2018
JANUARY CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Gaffigan returns to Bowl with ‘Fixer-Upper Tour’ Staff Report
Stops on comedian Jim Gaffigan’s latest tour, “The Fixer-Upper Tour,” will include a stop at Santa Barbara Bowl on Friday, May 25 at 7 p.m. Gaffigan is a three-time Grammy-nominated comedian, actor, writer, and producer, two-time New York Times best-selling author, Pollstar-nominated, top touring performer, and multi-platinum-selling father of five. He is known around the world for his unique brand of humor, which largely revolves around fatherhood and his observations on life. In December of 2014, Gaffigan became one of only 10 comics in history to sell out Madison Square Garden, and a few months prior he performed for Pope Francis and more that a million people at the Festival of Families in Philadelphia. In 2016, Forbes named him one of the world’s highest-grossing comedians, and the Pandora streaming site recently announced that he is the most popular comic among its users, with more than 700 million spins to date. In addition to his own television show, he has guest starred on many television comedies and dramas, ranging from “Portlandia” and “The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” to HBO’s cult hits “Flight of the Conchords” and “Bored to Death” to dramatic roles in all three versions of “Law & Order.” On the big screen, his credits include “Three Kings,” “Hot Pursuit,” “Super Troopers,” and “17 Again.”
7 SUNDAY
Marymount Open House - 1 - 2:30 p.m. 2130 Mission Ridge Road - Junior kindergarten through fifth grade with classroom visits and presentation as well as 6th- 8th grade programs. Reservations are appreciated but walk-ins welcome. Log onto www.marymountsb.org for more info.
11 THURSDAY
10
BJ Miller in conversation with Pico Iyer - 7:30 - 9 p.m. at UCSB Campbell Hall. A powerful voice for designing a better ending, Miller integrates art, spirituality and medicine in end-of-life care. For tickets and info log onto www. artsandlectures.ucsb.edu.
13 SATURDAY
13
The Daveys Voice Film Festival - 5 - 8 p.m. Ensemble Theatre Company at the New Vic - First annual film festival of family friendly animal related films. For tickets and info log onto www.daveysvoice.org. Jim Gaffigan - Photo contributed Jim Gaffigan's new tour is coming to the Santa Barbara Bowl on Friday, May 25.
Tickets range from $49.50 to $74.50, plus service charges. For information, call 805-962-7411. Tickets are on sale via AXS.com.
14 SUNDAY
Capulina Chisme Caliente - 3 - 5 p.m. at Granada Theatre - Capulina Chisme Caliente tells the story of Capulina, a telephone company employee, who eavesdrops on conversations. For tickets and info log onto www.granadasb. org/community-engagement/cine-en-domingo/.
15 MONDAY
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday - 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. - A full day of activities from a Unity March to a celebration honoring the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. If you would like to volunteer or more information about the events log onto www.mlksb.org.
19 FRIDAY
Grandeza Mexicana: A Festive Mosaic of Mexico's Dance Traditions - 7 p.m. Isla Vista School - 6875 El Colegio Road - The group's signature meticulous footwork and beautifully-designed costumes reflect the careful research underlying all its performance. Free to the public log onto www. artsandlectures.ucsb.edu. Comic Strippers - 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Lobero Theatre - A fictitious male stripper troupe (played by a cast of some of Canada's best improvisational comedians) performs a sexylarious improv comedy show. Log onto www.lobero.org. Stand up comedy with Trevor Noah - 8 - 9:30 p.m. at Arlington Theatre - Noah's incisive humor slips from jokes to earnest insights for a moving, thought-provoking and hilarious experience. For tickets and info log onto www. artsandlectures.ucsb.edu.
20 SATURDAY
SB Audubon Winter Bird Count 4 Kids - 9 a.m. to noon at Lake Los Carneros - Participants will be guided around the
Preparing bright, confident, and caring young people MARYMOUNT OF SANTA BARBARA
OPEN HOUSE Sunday, January 7, 1:00-2:30 pm • Junior Kindergarten through 5th grade - classroom visits and presentation • 6th through 8th grade - set program, please arrive promptly
Visit www.marymountsb.org for more information. Reservations are appreciated. Drop-ins are welcome. It’s an informative, family-friendly event, so bring a friend. JK-8 | INDEPENDENT | COEDUCATIONAL
2130 Mission Ridge Road, Santa Barbara | 805-569-1811, ext. 131
January 2018 | www.santabarbarafamilylife.com | Santa Barbara Family & Life | 15
JANUARY CALENDAR OF EVENTS lake by a naturalists recording the bird species they observe. For kids ages 8 - 16, first 75 that sign up get a free T-shirt. Log onto www.santabarbaraaudubon.org for information.
21 SUNDAY
Learning to love the Literati - 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Local poets read their work while inspirational images are projected as backdrops. Log onto www.sbma.net/events/literati. Mountainfilm Kids' Showcase - 3 p.m. at UCSB Campbell Hall - Admission is $10 adults, $5 children 12 and under. An eclectic and exciting program to educate and inspire audiences about culture and the environment. A selection of short adventure films will awe and amaze. For more info log onto www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu. Grandeza Mexicana: A Festive Mosaic of Mexico's Dance Traditions - 7 p.m. Marjorie Luke Theatre 721 E. Cota Street - The group's signature meticulous footwork and beautifully-designed costumes reflect the careful research underlying all its performance. Free to the public log onto www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu.
25 SUNDAY
An Evening with Condoleezza Rice - 7:30 - 9 p.m. at the Arlington - Dr. Rice will share her unparalleled expertise on global affairs, national security and education. For tickets and info log onto www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu.
31 WEDNESDAY
Opening night for Santa Barbara International Film Festival - 8 p.m. Premiering Emilio Estevez The Public.
1 THURSDAY
SBIFF Ciema Vanguard Award Willem Dafoe - 8 p.m. Arlington Theatre - For tickets and information log onto www.sbiff.org.
Shark Sundays - 3:30 p.m. at the Sea Center, 211 Stearns Wharf. Watch staff feed sharks and rays. Observe shark feeding behaviors, and maybe help throw in a few pieces too; www.sbnature.org or 805962-2526. Studio Sunday on the Front Steps - 1:30-4:30 p.m. at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art located at 1130 State Street - Log onto www.sbma.net for more info.
TUESDAYS Walk on the Wild Side - 9 a.m. If you are a morning person, love animals, and are age 60+, you'll love Walk on the Wild Side! Join this lively crew and get your exercise on while enjoying the Zoo. Class walks the grounds for one hour and designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and health. First class is free, sign up at the Zoo's front gate. Class is for 60-yearsold and older. Bug Out Tuesdays - 11 a.m. Crawl, fly, swim, or flutter over to the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History to learn about the amazing connections invertebrates have to the natural world with rotating activities, art, games, and more. Included in admission. Log onto www.sbnature.org. Octopus Tuesdays - 4 p.m. Watch an octopus consume a meal. Discover camouflage behaviors as you learn more about these intelligent invertebrates at the Sea Center at 211 Stearns Wharf; free with admission; www.sbnature.org or 805-962-2526. Members-only morning at the Moxi - 8:30 to 10 a.m. - MOXI Members enjoy exclusive exploration, play and discovery throughout the museum's 17,000 square feet of exhibits.
THURSDAYS
Science on Site - Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. Check www.sbnature.org for times and topics. Portal to the Plant - 1-3 p.m. at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. Members-only morning at the Moxi - 8:30-10 a.m. MOXI Members enjoy exclusive exploration, play and discovery throughout the museum's 17,000 square feet of exhibits.
SUNDAYS Shark Sundays - 3:30 p.m. Watch the Sea Center staff feed sharks and rays. Observe shark feeding behaviors, and if you're lucky, help throw in a few pieces too! Included with admission to the Sea Center. 211 Stearns Wharf. Log onto www.sbnature.org for more info.
SATURDAY & SUNDAYS Branch Out: Nature Escape Room - Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Until Aug. 19-20. Times vary from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Modeled off the popular escape room movement, games are brought to life where kids are the heroes on a quest to solve an environmental mission before time runs out. Register at www.branchoutgames.com. Call 682-4711 ext. 162 for more info. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Twinkle, Twinkle for Little Stars, 11 a.m.; Cosmic Safari,
noon; Kids' Space Adventure, 1 p.m.; What's Up, 2 p.m.; Your Cosmic Quest (en Espanol Los Domingos), 3 p.m. Santa Barbara Zoo - Explorer Fundays activities held in the Explore Store 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free with Zoo admission. For the event theme each week log onto www.sbzoo.org
EVERY DAY It's a Wonderful Life - SBCC's Theatre Group production runs Nov. 8-18 at Garvin Theatre on the SBCC west campus. For tickets and show times log onto www.theatregroupsbcc.com. Lane Farms - Local, homegrown and organic produce - open daily from 9 a.m-6 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Sundays. Log onto www.lanefarmssb.com for what's in season! Base Camp - 10 a.m-5 p.m. at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. Several exhibits include a naturalist field station, build zone, search zone, nature art zone and more. Runs through mid-2018. Log onto www.sbnature.org for more info.
WEEKLY Brain Injury Survivors group - 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday at Jodi House located at 625 Chapala St. Invites caregivers and survivors of stroke, aneurysm and traumatic brain injuries on community reintegration. Log onto www.jodihouse.org for more info.
Channel Islands Marine Sanctuary
Whale Watching
Walk on the Wild Side - 9 a.m. If you are a morning person, love animals, and are age 60+, you'll love Walk on the Wild Side! Join this lively crew and get your exercise on while enjoying the Zoo. Class walks the grounds for one hour and designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and health. First class is free, sign up at the Zoo's front gate. Class is for 60-yearsold and older.
2 FRIDAY
Jelly Thursdays - 4 p.m. Experience the beauty of jellies as they gracefully gather their microscopic meals at the Sea Center on Stearns Wharf; free with admission; www.sbnature.org or 805-962-2526.
3 SATURDAY
Spring Adult Ceramics Class - 6-9 p.m. at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art located at 1130 State Street Log onto www.sbma.net for more info.
Half Day Whale Watch Trip $38
Free Thursday Evenings at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art - 5-8 p.m. Log onto www.sbma.net for more info.
Day Hike on Anacapa or Santa Cruz Island $59 per Adult
SBIFF Maltin Modern Master Award Gary Oldman - 8 p.m. Arlington Theatre - For tickets and information log onto www.sbiff.org.
SBIFF - Virtuosos Awards honoring Daniel Kaluuya, Gal Gadot, Hong Chau, John Boyega, Kumail Nanjiani, Mary J. Blige, Timothee Chalamet - 8 p.m. Arlington Theatre - For tickets and information log onto www.sbiff.org.
CONTINUING EVENTS SUNDAYS Sea Stories for Families - Enjoy interactive story readings at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History's Sea Center at 211 Stearns Wharf. Program free with admission; www. sbnature.org or 805-962-2526.
SATURDAYS Fisherman's Market - 6-11 a.m. A handful of fishermen can be found on the City Pier (opposite Brophy's) every Saturday selling crab, rockfish, ling cod, black cod, halibut, urchin, abalone (sustainably farmed), and other catch of the day items.
Photo by Lotti Keenan Authorized Concessioner for Channel Islands National Park Since 1968
ISLANDPACKERS.com
805-642-1393
16 | Santa Barbara Family & Life | www.santabarbarafamilylife.com | January 2018
y r t n u o C f o s e t u 50 Min ! r u o H y r e v E Music
More Music! Less Talk!
www.krazfm.com