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The First Fiesta – It’s been 100 years of Old Spanish Days, but what was the first Fiesta like? There were surely costumes, music, and dance… what about aerial acrobats? Maybe. But certainly not greased pig races? You’ll have to find out inside

Here Comes the Village 4th Celebration! – It’s vintage red cars, bright white smiles, and shining blue skies… The “Biggest Little Parade” is on the way and there’s still time to join in on the fun

“Steven Gilbar” – Sound Familiar? – From legal eagle to staring bohemian to Herodotus of the Central Coast, Steven Gilbar…um…how shall we put this? 

Insurance Assurance – After wildfires and weather events, homeowners continue to face steep insurance challenges. The latest Montecito Association meeting brought in experts to explain all, and how to assure insurance

The Corwins’ Contributions – From Sioux City to Santa Barbara, the Corwin family built their Metropolitan Theatres dynasty, blazing a philanthropic path along the way

Swim on Up! – Summer is (almost) here and the Rosewood Miramar Swim Platform is back!

Memorial Day with the CVA – With Phase 1 of construction complete and a holiday weekend on the way, the Coast Village Association has plenty to celebrate, and you can join in with them

Biltmore Settlement Reached – After being closed for four years, the Biltmore announces it has reached a settlement with its employees… But what is the future of the hotel?

Happy Mother’s Day! – The Montecito Journal wishes all the mothers, daughters, and hard-working women in the world a Happy Mother’s Day! From Afternoon Tea at San Ysidro Ranch to hiking along the Carpinteria Bluffs, here are some ways to celebrate the special day 

In the Station – Montecito Fire has a new engine and the community can help bring it into the station with a traditional push-in celebration

Oak Bakery is Open! –  The ever-popular bakery opens its third location at Montecito Country Mart… But how did it all start? 

Calling All Doctors! – From a doctor’s home office to anywhere their medical robots are – the World Telehealth Initiative is connecting health clinics and hospitals around the world with accessible experts

Capital for Casa – The Montecito jewel Casa del Herrero has launched their first capital campaign and Susan and Palmer Jackson, Jr. are on board to lead the way

Taking a Chance – From local theater companies to touring internationally, 10-year-old Chance Challen is headed east to perform in The Sound of Music with Broadway Asia

George Meets the Pope! – Normally a visit to the YMCA would get you a little exercise, some fresh air, and maybe a new friend or two… For YMCA USA Board Chair George Leis and President/ CEO Suzanne McCormick, it’s getting them an audience with Pope Francis. Read more on the global impact of the […]

Road Work Ahead – Coast Village Road’s facelift proceeds apace! The CVA is rolling out a new paving and loading zone project. Read more about what is planned inside

The Unstoppable Tom Snow – You’ve heard the songs – now hear the story behind the songwriter. Tom Snow has written for the icons of the music industry and his tale doesn’t fall flat

Tough as Nails – Alice Tran fled Da Nang across the South China Sea, ultimately coming ashore on Coast Village Road. How?

An Abstract of Art & Soul – Housewife… mother… Abstract Expressionist… the collage of Cecily Barth Firestein’s life and art would find itself into museums, private collections, and galleries across the globe… and her work is now up at the Funk Zone’s Art & Soul

Coral Casino Opens – A newly constructed Coral Café with a Rosa Verona bar… The largest glass spa in California… and Chef Thomas Keller on the way… The Coral Casino Beach and Cabana Club reopens to its former glory and more