EVERY FRIDAY
Coast Village Farmers’ Market
When: 8 am to 11:15 am
Where: Somewhere along Coast Village Road
EVERY TUESDAY
“Terrific Tuesday” in the Ty Lounge
New drink special every month, featuring select wine and cocktail, with 50% off second drink, as well as special menu of bite-sized appetizers. Beginning at 6 pm, performance by Montecito’s longtime favorite pianist Al Reese.
When: 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Where: Four Seasons Biltmore, 1260 Channel Drive
Info: 969-2261
ONGOING
Casa Del Herrero Tours
Montecito’s 1925 George Washington Smith “House of the Blacksmith” opens its doors for tours through November.
When: Wednesdays and Saturdays, 10 am to 2 pm
Where: 1387 East Valley Road
Cost: $20 per person
Info: 565-5653
Celebrating the Heirloom Tomato
(Through September 22)Piatti honors the noble heirloom tomato during local harvest season with special menu featuring the New World’s most intriguing fruit-vegetable. General Manager Sarah Rudd promises that, “Our chef and wine buyer have researched each dish and paired them with wine that will complement all ingredients and flavors.” Even so, a full bottle of the house red – Piatti Merlot – is only $23, and that’s usually good enough for us!
When: Lunch & dinner, daily
Where: Piatti, 516 San Ysidro Road
Info: 969-7520
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
Montecito Union PTA Board Retreat
When: 9 am to 1 pm
Where: 385 San Ysidro Road
Info: 969-3249 or mpta@montecitou.org
MERRAG Meeting
Montecito Emergency Response and Recovery Action Group (MERRAG) holds training seminar. Topics include: Primary function and traffic control, equipment and supplies, methods of control, directing pedestrians and traffic, personal safety and legal issues.
When: 3:15 pm
Where: Montecito Fire Headquarters, 595 San Ysidro Road
Info: Geri Simmons 969-2537
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Live Jazz Unplugged
Len Berman’s Jazz Plus performs Dixieland and Blues
When: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Peabody’s, 1198 Coast Village Road
Cost: No cover charge
Info: Reservations suggested. 969-0834
FRIDAY TO SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 – 9
A Flame Is Born: Celebrating Rumi’s Life
Explore poetry, storytelling and teachings of Jalal Al Din Rumi, the 13th-century Sufi Mystic Weekend of chanting, dancing, and reflecting on Divine Ecstasy
When: Begins Friday 7:30 pm through Sunday, 1 pm
Where: La Casa de Maria, 800 El Bosque Road
Cost: $325
Info: 805-969-5031
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8
If you haven’t signed and sent your check for $2,300 to attend the big Barack Obama shindig at Oprah’s, it’s probably too late; a word to the wise: avoid Santa Rosa Lane between the Y and San Leandro Lane!
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
All Saints Parish School Begins
When: 9 am- 12:45 pm
Where: 83 Eucalyptus Lane
Info: 969-4771
MBAR Hot Spot
Conceptual review of Richard Gunner’s planned renovation and construction at 1469 & 1498 East Valley Road (behind Montecito Coffee Shop) scheduled for today; Architect Don Nulty represents the owners. “Further conceptual review” of the redevelopment of the Miramar Hotel, consisting of 239,023 gross square feet of construction, 156,420 square feet of underground parking, 209 guest rooms, two restaurants, beach bar, pools, landscape, new 10-foot-high sound wall, 4 employee dwellings, abandonment of the north-south segment of Miramar Avenue, and relocation of private access easement. Current plans call for all existing structures to be demolished.
When: Gunner property at 2 pm; Miramar at 3 pm
Where: 123 East Anapamu
Info: 805-969-2026 (Montecito Association)
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
Cold Spring School Board Meeting
When: 6 pm- 9 pm
Where: Cold Spring School, 2243 Sycamore Canyon Road
Info: 969-2678
Montecito Association Meeting
The Association meets for its monthly board meeting on second Tuesday of the month.
When: 4 pm
Where: 1469 East Valley Road, Montecito Hall
Info: 969-2026
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
Montecito Union PTA Meeting
Montecito Union School’s Parent Teacher Association (PTA) holds monthly meeting. All MUS parents welcome to attend.
When: 8:45 am
Where: MUS, 385 San Ysidro Road
Info: 969-3249 or mpta@montecito.org
Our Lady Mt. Carmel Back to School Night
When: 6:30 pm
Where: 1300 East Valley Road
Info: 969-5965
SEPTEMBER 14 -16
Spiritual Resources for Sustainable Living A weekend of Renewal, looking at environmentally sustainable ways of living through different religious philosophies. Retreat brings together environmental activists, spiritual teachers, clergy, educators, and the general public to share the spiritual insights and practices that can provide a foundation for environmental activism.
Where: La Casa de Maria, 800 El Bosque Road
Info: 969-5031
Cost: Double: $395, Dorm $325, Commuter $280
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
CASA Golf Tournament
Join Court Appointed Special Advocates for 12th annual golf tournament and BBQ lunch
When: 11 am and tee-off at noon
Where: Sandpiper Golf Course
Info: 879-1730
Cost: $250 per person
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
Montecito Trails Foundation BBQ
A hike-it, bike-it, or hoof-it trail ride and catered affair hosted by Patrick Nesbitt & Ursula Beaton
When: 9 am – 4 pm
Where: 2800 Via Real, Carpinteria
Info: 568-0833
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
Pamper Your Pooch
DAWG (Dog Adoption and Welfare Group) wants your pooch to be pampered. Big sale of designer furnishings and accoutrements, luxury beds, hand-painted dinner and drinking bowls, tailored jackets (to protect against Santa Barbara’s harsh winters), poolside cabanas, and much more. Proceeds go to DAWG.
When: 10 am to 5 pm
Where: 1482 East Valley Road
Info: 681-0561
UPCOMING
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 20
Friendship Center Open House
In honor of National Adult Day Services week, Friendship Center opens its doors to hear what clients, caregivers, and local political representatives have to say about programs and services available at the Center. Live guitar music by Ben Valenzuela, along with food and drinks.
When: 4 pm to 6 pm
Where: 89 Eucalyptus Lane
Info: Eryn Eckert 969-0859
Winemaker Dinner
Four Seasons Biltmore presents first of many fall season Winemakers dinner. Owner/winemaker Bryan Babcock of Babcock Winery & Vineyards spotlights current “Terroir Exclusive” wines from family’s Santa Rita Hills winery. Limited seating available; reservations recommended.
When: 6:30 pm reception, 7 pm dinner
Where: Biltmore 1260 Channel Drive
Info: 565-8237
Cost: $95 per person (includes 4 course dinner plus wine)
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
Topside Tuesday
Santa Barbara Navy League holds social mixer to talk about ship visits, events and tours. Food and drinks served.
Where: Bay Café, 131 Anacapa Street
When: 7 pm
Info: 879-1598
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
Presidential hopeful Rudy Giuliani returns to Montecito and holds fundraiser at Four Seasons Biltmore
When: 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Where: Four Seasons Biltmore
Info: Mary Belle Snow 805-969-0148