(Source: SB News-Press, March 30, 2014) By Steve Sinovic The Santa Barbara Public Market, part of the Alma del Pueblo development behind the Arlington Theatre, likely will open sometime in mid-April, according to a company spokeswoman and future vendors. “We’re shooting for mid-April, but it’s not a hard and fast date,” said Maureen Futtner, a… more
Take a hike! Unique, Family-Friendly Outdoor Activities.
Arroyo Hondo Preserve The Land Trust for Santa Barbara County protects natural resources, agricultural land and open spaces for the benefit of present and future generations. See below for some upcoming unique and family friendly outdoor activities: Arroyo Hondo Preserve Trail Crew Work Day – Mar. 15 Help keep trails accessible and beautiful. Come, bring your… more
What's Hot… And Cool: Geothermal Heating and Cooling
A recent Time Magazine article lists Geothermal Heating and Cooling as one of the top tens ways to help slow global warming. Taking note: Fashion Icon Diane von Furstenberg. She reinvigorated women’s fashion in the 1970s with the wrap dress. Can she do the same for a building? Her newest project is a 35,000-sq.-ft. office, showroom… more
Eat Well, Eat Local!
Did you know that 99% of the produce grown in Santa Babara County is exported and more than 95% of what we eat in imported? The Spring Edition of Santa Barbara Seasons Magazine takes a fresh look at a more sustainable food system by offering the following tips: Grow Your Own In a healthy food system, everyone… more
Real Estate Market Update
February 2014 Real Estate Market Statistics for South Santa Barbara County* reflected a continuation of recent trends in which lower inventory resulted in fewer closed and pending sales. The good news, the number of new listings — while lower year-over-year — is showing some slight upward momentum… increasing approximately 8 percent over January. Median list price is… more