Arts + Culture

Rising From Ruins

Revisiting Santa Barbara’s Big One 100 years later Article by Tracy Marcynzsyn | Photography by Provided At 6:42 a.m. on June 29, 1925, the city of Santa Barbara shook for 18 seconds as a 6.3 magnitude earthquake rocked the town, claiming 11 lives and forever transforming the landscape of the downtown area. One hundred years ago, “The twin towers of Mission Santa Barbara collapsed, and 85% of the commercial buildings downtown were destroyed or badly damaged. A failed dam in the foothills...

Arts + Culture

Tidy Seas

A nonprofit keeping our oceans, beaches, and streets debris-free Article by Meaghan Clark Tiernan | Photography by Nathan Cannon “Being dirty never really bothered me,” Ryan Wong says.  The Santa Barbara native grew up going to the ocean often—diving, fishing, or surfing. He’s also a motorcycle mechanic and service manager. Needless to say, he’s never been afraid of getting messy. But on a trip back from Catalina Island when he and his neighborhood buddy Ryan Hughes noticed a boat dumping...

Health + Wellness

Perimenopause/Menopause Wellness Protocol

Perimenopause/ Menopause Wellness Protocol at Santa Barbara Longevity CenterGoal: Support Brain & Thyroid Function • Regulate Cortisol • Restore Adrenal Health • Reduce InflammationSchedule: 2 Sessions per Week for 4 weeks| 1 Hour EachLocation: Santa Barbara Longevity CenterTarget Audience: Experiencing brain fog, fatigue, sleep disturbances, thyroid imbalance, mood swings, or inflammation.Price: $500(Value: $1980)GOALS:Improve brain function and mental claritySupport thyroid healthReduce...

Arts + Culture

Sketchbook #28

The scribbled thoughts and emotions of artist Peter Horjus Article by Samantha Durbin | Photography by Colette Cosentino Horjus, Alex Noble, Trinity Wheeler “I was the kid who drew the covers for programs in grade school and the cartoonist for our high school paper. Innately, and through early learning, I owe to my dad firstly, respectfully, and gratefully.” ~PH The Horjus artistic gene is a strong one. Peter Horjus was raised by an artist father who encouraged him to draw wherever possible...

Arts + Culture

On Fatherhood

Local dads reflect, relate, and revel in it Article by Samantha Durbin | Photography by Provided, Char Beck, Josh Gruetzmacher Charles Hopper CEO of Santa Barbara Zoo What animal would you want to be and why? “The Giant Pacific Octopus (GPO) is a curious, adaptable, and smart cephalopod. With three hearts and the ability to sense the world through hundreds of independent sensors constantly processing information across eight arms, the GPO can juggle several tasks independently, exactly...

Arts + Culture

Local Legacy

Pete Jordano of Jordano's Foodservice makes things better Article by Samantha Durbin | Photography by Emily Merrill "If business or life gets tough, you need to be prepared for change." ~Pete Jordano When people describe the former CEO of Jordano's Foodservice, Pete Jordano, the simple yet powerful adjective "kind" is often said. Given his reputation as a wise and thoughtful leader of the leading independent foodservice distributor in Central and Southern California, we want to pay tribute to...

Fitness

Father's Day Gift Guide

Shop local for the guy who already has it all Article by Samantha Durbin | Photography by Provided You're not alone if you find it hard to shop for the dads in your life. But we live in a mecca of cool, coastal style and endless adventures. If he's a surfer, he could always add to his quiver. If he cooks, he needs a new tool. If he walks, he needs new shoes. But seriously, he deserves a special day to be recognized as your rock. We're deeply impressed with the craftsmanship of Grand Central...

Real Estate

Active Listing – 1547 Shoreline Drive

Enjoy the ultimate American Riviera lifestyle in this exquisite oceanfront estate resting on a gracious half-acre of prime California coastline. The inspiring contemporary residence was meticulously designed and crafted by noted architect, Tom Ochsner, four years ago with the goal of creating a sophisticated yet casual resort-style retreat. The interior spaces can best be described as modern elegance with an emphasis on showcasing sublime ocean views while creating an ideal indoor/outdoor...

Real Estate

2025 First Quarter

The Santa Barbara real estate market so far this year has displayed an encouraging increase in activity over the fourth quarter of 2024, however overall, the numbers are very consistent with what we experienced throughout most of last year.  In fact, the tallies from the first quarter were almost identical to those in the same period last year in the Riviera/Eucalyptus Hill/El Cielito neighborhoods with a total of 21 sales and a median price of $3,095,000.A closer look at the price...

Real Estate

Active Listing – 7 Baker Lane

Adjacent to a peaceful meadow and in close proximity to UCSB, Dos Pueblos High & the Glen Annie Golf Course, this light-filled designer home was meticulously crafted by a local contractor in 2017 utilizing high quality materials and finishes throughout. The well-conceived single level design offers over 2400 square feet of gracious living highlighted by an irresistible great room featuring vaulted ceilings, rich wood floors, a gourmet kitchen and access to a picturesque, covered patio ideal...