May 2, 2024

Have you, your business, and your employees been impacted by the housing shortage throughout Santa Barbara County? This is your chance to make your voice heard. Tomorrow, on Friday May 3, beginning at 9 AM, the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors will hold a hearing to select South County rezone sites to include in their Housing Element update. The sites chosen tomorrow will shape the next 8 years of housing in the unincorporated County on the South Coast. It is important that the Board of Supervisors hears from business representatives about the impact the housing shortage is having on our region’s businesses and economy. 

Click here for instructions on how to give virtual or in-person public comment. Feel free to reach out to Dustin with any questions.

The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce a new community event series in Old Town Goleta. Enjoy an evening block party on Magnolia Ave. between Hollister and Gaviota.

Grab your favorite local fare and pick up some food from local restaurants like Noodle City or Goodland BBQ and head to Magnolia for live music, games, and more.

Dates & Entertainment:

Thursday, May 16, 5-7 PM – The Goodlanders

Thursday, July 18, 5-7 PM – Mezcal Martini

Thursday, August 15, 5-7 PM – Tequila Mockingbird

Introducing Danica, the newest member of our Chamber team, stepping into the role of Administrative Assistant. A Santa Barbara native, Danica brings a profound understanding of our community and a dedication to top-notch administrative support. With 8 years of hospitality experience under her belt, she's adept at handling daily administrative duties and assisting our CEO & President with scheduling and coordination. Danica will be instrumental in supporting our entire staff, managing day-to-day tasks, and delivering exceptional support across the board. Welcome Danica!

May is Mental Health Month, dedicated to raising awareness and understanding about mental health. Join us in promoting mental wellness for all. For additional Mental Health resources, click here.

Santa Barbara County invites you to join the movement by lighting up buildings with lime green throughout May. Complimentary yard signs are available at our State Street Visitor Center, limited quantities!

The Chamber celebrated the grand opening of the new CycleBar Santa Barbara location in the Magnolia Shopping Center at 5188 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111, with an exciting ribbon-cutting ceremony. Attendees were treated to a complimentary cycle sessions, making it a fantastic community event, Goleta's Councilmember James Kyriaco and Chief of Staff Chris Henson from the Offices of Supervisor Laura Capps joined the celebration. Don't miss out on the fun, swing by and book your class today!

MEET ME IN OLD TOWN GOLETA

Free Community Event

Entertainment: The Goodlanders

Thursday, May 16, 5-7 PM 

B2B NETWORKING BREAKFAST

Sponsored by

UCLA Health

May 23, 9-10:30 AM

TECHTOPIA SUMMIT

 UC Santa Barbara

June 26, 2024

3-6 PM 

Small Capacity Building Grant Program

EmployABILITY

Business Grant

California Employers

California Equal Play Playbook

Visit the Chamber's RESOURCES page for more information and additional resources.

U.S. Green Chamber of Commerce

The 2024 Chambers of Commerce Sustainability Report is here, and the Chamber is thrilled to be on pg. 48.

United Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County

Carpinteria Kids Auction taking place at the club on May 18.

Downtown Santa Barbara

Enjoy art, music, and film on May 2nd with the 1st Thursday ArtWalk. Check out entertainment schedule.

Finch & Fork

5/5 Enjoy Tacos & Tequila tasting with Casamigos and music from DJ Danny Welch.

Granada Santa Barbara

Classical and jazz aficionados unite in highlighting 100 years of Rhapsody in Blue.

Family Service Agency

Dreams in Bloom—125 Years and Growing​ a spring fundraiser event on May 18!

Seeking Public Input!

Santa Barbara County Fire Department is preparing a new Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) for the Santa Barbara Foothill Communities.

City secures $1.6 million for Living Shoreline Project, safeguarding the vulnerable western coastline against sea level rise, flooding, and erosion as outlined in Carpinteria's Adaptation Plan.

The City of Goleta’s Butterfly Grove BioBlitz has been rescheduled to Saturday, May 4, 9:30 – 11:30 AM. All Nature enthusiasts and community members encouraged to attend.

A series of Community Town Halls dedicated to discussing the City's finances and the status of essential services. The City and its elected leaders are committed to supporting local services.