John Palminteri

Sweet Wheel Farms is delivering chemical free food to those in need weekly. The numbers shot up during the government shut down.

The NatureTrack film festival has more than 30 films about nature showing this year. A special session is set aside for 5th grade students.

The Pianos on State program brings art and an economic stimulus to downtown Santa Barbara. They are free until Oct. 19.

Coastal Cleanup Day takes place Saturday September 20. Volunteers will cover hundreds of miles in the tri counties

Buttterfly Beach in Montecito was one of the top picks in a Sunset magazine beach ranking story. Avila Beach and Pismo Beach were also named.

An incentive plan for electric vehicle purchases will be running out. A showcase event next week will help potential buyers.

The first ever Carpinteria Film Festival takes place this weekend. It is a three day event at the Alcazar Theatre.

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Travelers and local residents in Santa Barbara get to enjoy Uni Saturday mornings in the harbor. For some, there's no need to go far way for this experience and still help the local tourist economy.

Waterfront area businesses in Santa Barbara are getting a taste of the real summer weather this weekend. Until now the days since June have been basically moderate. With the sunshine comes the customers.