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• Knitters & Crafters: Knitters & Crafters Bimonthly Gathering

  • Start
    February 13, 2025
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  • End
    July 24, 2025
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  • Schedule
    12 sessions
  • Location
    Java Station, 4447 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, California, 93110

  Bring your current project and a crafty friend. Order a cup and enjoy the conversation! We meet at Java Station, 4447 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara

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• Happy Hikers - Mesa Loop Hike

  • When
    March 14, 2025
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • Location
    Lazy Acres, 302 Meigs Rd, Santa Barbara

  Mesa Loop Hike

  

  No hike if raining

  Mesa Loop Hike – 8:30am.   We walk a short way on Meigs Rd to Dolores Drive and then on to La Coronilla Drive where we will enter Honda Valley Park.   We will traverse the park and then head up the hill to Miramonte Dr to enjoy the panorama. We will wend our way down the hill to Shoreline Park and return to our starting point.
  

  The hike is about 5.5 miles and goes up and down throughout the Mesa Alta with magnificent views of homes, islands, ocean, and mountains.  The hike should take approximately 2 hours.  The elevation change is ~ 400 feet. Note that there are several busy street crossings as well as roads without sidewalks so caution is needed while walking.

  DIRECTIONS.  Park in the Lazy Acres Lot at 320 Meigs Dr., Santa Barbara.

  Hope to see you there!

  
  

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• TGIF - Cafe Lido

  • When
    March 14, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    1111 E. Cabrillo Blvd. Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

  

  
  

  
  

  TGIF at Café Lido

  Discover Santa Barbara’s coastal gem, offering casual beachside cuisine with fresh ingredients that showcase the bounty of Santa Barbara. Nestled under historic archways and surrounded by hand-painted murals next to the Mar Monte Hotel pool, Lido invites you to a relaxed yet elevated dining atmosphere. Enjoy expertly crafted dishes that marry traditional flavors with coastal ingredients, complemented by an innovative selection of agave-based spirits. Sip on bespoke margaritas and mezcal cocktails or refresh with their homemade agua frescas, all while soaking in the stunning beachfront views.

  TGIF events are a great way to start the weekend in a fun, relaxing setting. At TGIF, you will make new friends, catch up with existing friends and get to know the local restaurants and bars. With no registration required, the events are open Newcomers and graduates...and attendees can bring a friend along. Come join us Newbies!

  This is a pay-as-you-go event. Please note that tips are not included in the price of food an beverages. Kindly tip your servers and bartenders when you order food & drink (SBNC recommends tipping 20% or more). We want to leave a positive in the community at all times and remain consistent with the Club's values, by treating everyone with respect.

  To help us assure the best experience for all at our very well attended TGIF events, please refrain from bringing pets and dogs (other than Service Animals).

  
  

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• Weekend Amblers- Dogs on the Douglas

  • When
    March 16, 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Douglas Family Preserve, 2981 Cliff Drive Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

  
  

  
  

  ARROYO BURRO/DOUGLAS PRESERVE

  When: SUNDAY, MARCH 16 at 10:00 am. No need to register.

  Where: Start at Arroyo Burro parking lot, 2981 Cliff Dr., Santa Barbara

  Directions: We will meet at the parking area at Hendry's Beach (also known as Arroyo Burro County Park). You can find us at the far end of the auxiliary parking area (the parking spots furthest from the beach). Look for the NEWCOMERS Sign.

  We meet up and set out on the sidewalk eastbound.

  Cross the bridge that leads up and through the windswept woods of Douglas Preserve as we make our way to the bluffs above Arroyo Burro Beach. From the far point, we can follow along the bluff and, if we're lucky, see a hang-glider leap from the cliff into the breeze that rises from below. As we leave the Preserve, we take a short walk down a residential street (past the Beach Boys' former compound and recording studio) over to the Mesa Lane steps. The loop is 2 miles plus a little. The 200-foot rise at the beginning of the walk is a wide path that traverses an incline, fun to do at a relaxed pace. Dogs are welcome. Bring your dog to this!

  No need to register. Just show up. After the walk, you can join us for coffee, tea, and treats at Lighthouse Coffee, 1819 Cliff Drive.

  Like all Weekend Amblers events, this amble is open to Newcomers, prospective Newcomers, and friends that you bring.

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• TGIF: Unbearable Skee Lodge

  • When
    March 21, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    12 West Haley Street Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

  

  
  

  Step into Unbearable, your cozy retreat in the heart of Santa Barbara where every visit feels like a warm, alpine embrace. As you enter our vintage ski lodge-themed bar, you're welcomed by the inviting aroma of craft cocktails and the laughter of friends. Challenge your friends to a round of vintage Skee-Ball, explore your competitive side with ping pong, shuffleboard, or Jenga, and capture the moment in our nostalgic photo booth. Their bar is more than just a place to drink; it's an interactive haven where camaraderie blossoms and smiles are shared. The craft cocktail menu is a testament to our passion for mixology, featuring expertly crafted drinks that cater to every taste. Sip on expertly shaken cocktails surrounded by the ambiance of a charming ski lodge, making every drink an adventure in itself. Whether you're a sports enthusiast, a cocktail connoisseur, or simply someone looking for a delightful evening, Unbearable has something for everyone. So, grab a drink, challenge a friend to a game, and let the warmth of our vintage ski lodge and the joy of shared moments make your experience truly unforgettable.

  TGIF events are a great way to start the weekend in a fun, relaxing setting. At TGIF, you will make new friends, catch up with existing friends and get to know the local restaurants and bars. With no registration required, the events are open Newcomers and graduates...and attendees can bring a friend along. Come join us Newbies!

  This is a pay-as-you-go event. Please note that tips are not included in the price of food an beverages. Kindly tip your servers and bartenders when you order food & drink (SBNC recommends tipping 20% or more). We want to leave a positive in the community at all times and remain consistent with the Club's values, by treating everyone with respect.

  To help us assure the best experience for all at our very well attended TGIF events, please refrain from bringing pets and dogs (other than Service Animals).

  
  

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• Weekend Amblers- UCSB Wetlands Walk

  • When
    March 22, 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    UCSB Wetlands Walk, 6969 Whittier Drive Goleta, CA, 93117

  
  

  
  

  Please join the Weekend Amblers as we explore the North Campus Open Space in Goleta. This flat amble will be around three miles in length. We’ll travel through and around recently restored wetlands around Devereux Creek. This estuary supports a diversity of plants, birds, fish, and wildlife.

  There’s no need to register; just show up. Dogs are allowed on a leash, though some amblers might choose a brief, optional side-trip along a nature trail where no dogs are allowed. Bring water and sunblock. You may also want to bring binoculars to see the birds.

  Afterwards we plan to enjoy coffee and treats at a coffee shop in Goleta.

  In the very unlikely event that a downpour is expected, we'll send an email to the people on this mailing list the night prior.

  Directions: We will meet at the Carlton-Duncan Visitor Plaza, 6969 Whittier Drive, in Goleta. The parking lot is a half block west of Storke Road. Look for the Newcomers sign.

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• TGIF: Validation Ale

  • When
    March 28, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    102 E. Yanonali Street Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

  

  
  

  Validation Ale is a craft brewery restaurant with a unique concept that engages customers in decided what is brewed next. Validated beer is pit against a new Vying recipe of similar type to see if the new brew should take over as the primary tap. The space is more handsome than most expect for a local brewery with curved walnut panels, massive doors and windows, and clean modern restrooms. And because no one likes fighting for a bartender’s attention, Validation Ale allows you to start, manage, and/or close your tab by using one of the QR codes on the bar and tables. And thanks to the reverse-osmosis tap on the wall, you never have to ask for water. “I’ve been home brewing for 12 years, and I’ve always wanted a brewery,” says the owner Brian. “But whether you’re a beer nerd like me or you’ve only had Coors your whole life, you’re welcome either way. We want this to be about community.”

  TGIF events are a great way to start the weekend in a fun, relaxing setting. At TGIF, you will make new friends, catch up with existing friends and get to know the local restaurants and bars. With no registration required, the events are open Newcomers and graduates...and attendees can bring a friend along. Come join us Newbies!

  This is a pay-as-you-go event. Please note that tips are not included in the price of food an beverages. Kindly tip your servers and bartenders when you order food & drink (SBNC recommends tipping 20% or more). We want to leave a positive in the community at all times and remain consistent with the Club's values, by treating everyone with respect.

  To help us assure the best experience for all at our very well attended TGIF events, please refrain from bringing pets and dogs (other than Service Animals).

  
  

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• TGIF: The Brewhouse

  • When
    April 04, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    229 W. Montecito Street Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

  

  
  

  The Brewhouse Santa Barbara is a fun and friendly American Bistro, Brewery that is dedicated to the premise that you will never leave hungry, thirsty, disappointed or unamused. A favorite with locals of all ages, featuring delicious beers and friendly service. “Anyone who discovers the Brewhouse becomes family.”

  TGIF events are a great way to start the weekend in a fun, relaxing setting. At TGIF, you will make new friends, catch up with existing friends and get to know the local restaurants and bars. With no registration required, the events are open Newcomers and graduates...and attendees can bring a friend along. Come join us Newbies!

  This is a pay-as-you-go event. Please note that tips are not included in the price of food an beverages. Kindly tip your servers and bartenders when you order food & drink (SBNC recommends tipping 20% or more). We want to leave a positive in the community at all times and remain consistent with the Club's values, by treating everyone with respect.

  To help us assure the best experience for all at our very well attended TGIF events, please refrain from bringing pets and dogs (other than Service Animals).

  
  

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• Weekend Amblers: More Mesa Walk

  • When
    April 27, 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    More Mesa, Goleta, 900 Mockingbird Lane, Goleta, Meet at the corner of Vieja Drive and Mockingbird Lane Goleta, CA, 93110

  

  Join us as we explore More Mesa in Goleta. More Mesa is an undeveloped bluff-top mesa that rests 120 feet above the ocean, with panoramic views from the Santa Ynez Mountains to the Channel Islands. Rare birds, including kites, harriers, and merlins make their home on the Mesa. 

  This is a 2.8-mile loop with little elevation gain. Dogs on leash are welcome. No need to register, just show up. Bring water and sunscreen, there is no shade. We will go to Lighthouse Coffee in the Turnpike Shopping Center, 199 S Turnpike Rd #101, Goleta, CA 93111, afterwards for coffee and treats.

  
  

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