The Upper East neighborhood of Santa Barbara has been the crown jewel of the city with the most sought-after homes for decades. The houses are outstandingly large, and impressive. Sopping with character and intrigue. The embellished yards are groomed to perfection. And it’s quiet.
One can only dream of living in the Upper East. Driving through it is a pleasure in and of itself, gazing upon the glamorous houses, drowning in drool as you dream about what you would do with all that square footage.
The Santa Barbara Mission sits center stage amidst this audience of upscale homes, providing a performance fit for a standing ovation every time. With a rose garden and a picturesque backdrop of mountains and blue sky, the mission steals hearts daily. Established in the 1700s, the mission has been added onto and rebuilt three times. Now she stands in all her glory, increasing the property value of all of those around her.
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In May 2020, eight blocks of State Street — from Sola Street to Gutierrez Street in the area known as Lower State — were closed off to car traffic to enable restaurants and merchants to spill out into the street and meet the ever-changing state and national guidelines due to the pandemic.
Our local government and the Santa Barbara Police appear unable to address the variety of issues recently brought forth by the Natural Cafe owner which has chosen to close its doors after 30 years on State Street.
Ever since the closure of State Street the once iconic “Main Street” of Santa Barbara no longer seems the same.
Should State Street be reopened?
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Santa Barbara offers a range of neighborhoods with distinctive histories and architecture.
This is the day we pay homage to all those who didn’t come home. This is not Veterans Day, it’s not a celebration, it is a day of solemn contemplation over the cost of freedom.
Thank you to all US servicemen and women for your sacrifice,
and to the families that are living with the loss of a loved one.
CBS’s Sunday Morning program with Jane Pauley hosting their annual “Design Issue” from Santa Barbara where the show explores various ways design affects our lives.
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Nice CNN Video on Butterfly Beach and Montecito, California
Have a great 4th of July!
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Santa Barbara offers a wonderful and wide array of artists. For some insight into this unique community of artists and artisans along our golden coast check out the video below that offers some footage of past Summer Solstice Parades in Santa Barbara (begins around 6:25 on video). But, the whole video is extremely enjoyable to watch!
