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Shop-Local Gift Guide, Part 3: Field Trip, Emily Joubert, and Field + Fort

The best gifts come from the heart—and from local independent shops. So get out there and go shopping!

Modernist Villa Above Montecito Sells for $8.2 Million

Last week’s sales also include the appealing spec reno near Hale Park; 1965 Riviera four-bedroom; mostly renovated 1978 house behind Eucalyptus Hill; upstairs entrance in Mission Canyon; and more.

Sunspel Has Opened at the Montecito Country Mart

Plus: Homespun makers’ market is back; the return of the Louise Lowry Davis Center; Venture Apparel Co. didn’t make it; candle-pouring bar and shop to debut in the Funk Zone; handsome new guidebook.

Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!)

What’s Happening at Godmothers in December

Join us at Godmothers in December for lively conversation, a hands-on workshop, and storytime for the little ones. And remember, books always make great gifts!

Shop-Local Gift Guide, Part 2: Diani, Eider Studio, and Mācher

Shopping online is boring! Shopping in person is fun! Go find great things for the people you care about at our many terrific independent stores.

S.Y. Kitchen Restaurateur Confirmed for Montecito’s Upper Village

More food news: Bossie’s Kitchen has been closed for two months; Indochine damaged by fire; ticket date for the Botanic Garden‘s popular Beer Garden event; profiles of Lama Sama and Happy Cat Eats; Rascal’s launched a catering business; Paso Robles has a jazz bar and we don’t.

Grace Fisher’s Winter Showcase Brings Music & Inspiration to the Holiday Season

Created by award-winning artist and composer Grace Fisher, the Winter Music Showcase has become a beloved holiday tradition. The event highlights the talented and diverse artists of Santa Barbara, while raising awareness and funds for disability inclusion in the arts.