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Caring for the Youngest In Need
Inside Angels Foster Care’s Life-Changing Mission Article by Jenna Craig | Photography by Lena Britt Photography In 2006, Santa Barbara resident Meichelle Arntz saw the heartbreaking instability faced by children in foster care—babies and toddlers shuffled between homes, denied the chance to form secure bonds. Determined to create a better way, she founded Angels Foster Care of Santa Barbara County. Her vision was simple yet profound: provide the youngest children with safe, consistent homes...
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Grateful Harvest
How Veggie Rescue Turns Surplus Produce Into Community Nourishment Article by Sara DeMarcus | Photography by Matt DeMarcus Our local farms and backyard orchards yield more than enough to fill most tables. Yet, just beyond that abundance, many neighbors struggle to put fresh, healthy food on their own tables. Since 2010, Veggie Rescue has quietly bridged that gap—collecting surplus produce and delivering it, often on the same day, to schools, food pantries, senior centers, and shelters. “Our...
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Salute to the Vets
Honoring Service, Building Community Article by Henry Schulte | Photography by Santa Barbara County Veterans Foundation Thirteen years ago, Jerry Farmer had an idea. He wanted to create something meaningful—an event that would both recognize and honor local veterans. That idea evolved into “Salute to the Vets.” The very first gathering was held in the parking lot of the Breaktime Bar in Goleta. Jerry rounded up vintage military equipment, including a Huey helicopter, and drew a crowd that far...
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Sip, Listen, Discover
Taste The Good Life through local craft beers, live weekend music, and behind-the-scenes winemaker stories Article by Sara DeMarcus | Photography by Matt DeMarcus The Good Life Craft Beer & Wine Cellar offers more than bottles—it’s a local hub for connection, culture, and craft. Guests can enjoy Neighbors Night on Tuesdays, gathering for $6 pints and $10 wines by the glass, or savor live music on select Saturdays, typically from 8–11 PM. Their “Meet Your Maker” series invites visitors to...
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