Celebrate Father’s Day at SYR — And Other News Bytes

By Montecito Journal   |   June 17, 2025

This Father’s Day, Sunday, June 15, from 10 am – 2 pm, indulge Dad with a lavish three-course brunch at the historic San Ysidro Ranch. Savor luxurious starters like Royal Ossetra Caviar and Dungeness Crab Cakes, followed by exquisite entrées including SRF Wagyu Prime Rib and Lemon Ricotta Pancakes. Enjoy endless pours of G.H. Mumm Champagne, Bellinis, Mimosas, and craft Bloody Marys. Outdoors, relax to live music near the Old Adobe, explore the Old-Fashioned Bar featuring Jefferson’s Bourbon, and delight in a luxury cigar rolling station – an unforgettable blend of culinary elegance and timeless celebration. Starting at $125/pp.

411: (805) 565-1720 for reservations

Pop-Up at The Well on CVR 

On June 19, from 12-5 pm there will be a Summer Pop-Up event at The Well on Coast Village Road (1808 CVR) showcasing brands Toccin, Sant and Abel, and Sheryl Lowe. Enjoy an afternoon of food and drink while perusing the special selection of women’s fashion, organic cotton pajamas, and luxury jewelry. 

Montecito Retail Location Still Up for Lease

As of Friday, June 6, a large bright red FOR LEASE sign now appears on the front door of the still-empty commercial retail space at 1269 Coast Village Road. Despite the buzz on the street and from local commercial realtors that there “a ton of people” interested in the space, the location remains empty – both literally and informationally. Updates regarding price/square foot, and possible plans for the space have not been forthcoming. 

8th Annual Santa Barbara Juneteenth 

Juneteenth Santa Barbara (JSB)welcomes the community to the eighth annual Juneteenth celebration in South Santa Barbara County. On Saturday, June 14, from 11 am to 6 pm, Juneteenth festivities will take place at Plaza Del Mar Band Shell at the beachfront intersection of Castillo and Cabrillo Streets – right across from the Los Baños del Mar Swimming Pool.

This year’s theme is “Hope for the People.” There will be a Black Artisan Market, a kids zone, vendors, and live performances.

411: https://juneteenthsb.org

Star Party, Dinosaur Safari, and Wine Fest

Join the Star Party at the SB Museum of Natural History, Saturday, June 14, 8:30-10 pm, at the Museum | Palmer Observatory. The event is FREE and for ages 16 and up. View the stars with astronomy experts from the SB Astronomical Unit and hobbyists alike. Telescopes are provided, along with viewing through the museum’s state-of-the-art 20-inch telescope. 

The Dinosaur Safari on June 30 is at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm, at the Museum’s Prehistoric Forest (kids aged 5 to 9 must be accompanied by an adult). Join a museum expert for a time-traveling safari tour through the Prehistoric Forest habitat. Brave young adventurers will learn all about our favorite dinosaurs: where they lived, what they ate, and the modern animals that help us learn about them. This program runs twice every Monday and Friday, June 30–August 29 (except July 4).

The Annual Wine and Food Festival will be on June 28 for an afternoon of exceptional wines and gourmet bites from 90+ local vendors. Proceeds support the Museum’s mission. Tickets required and this event always sells out.

411: www.sbnature.org/visit/calendar/

 

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