Downtown Business Spotlight is a virtual interview series, where we chat and get to know our Santa Barbara business owners. Join us for this interview series in collaboration with the Santa Barbara Independent, each Thursday at 3 PM.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 3 PM
TOPIC: 1st Thursday
Join Charles Donelan in conversation with Andi Garcia (ArtCrawlSB), Alexandra Terry (Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara), and Diane and Ralph Waterhouse (Waterhouse Gallery) in this week’s Downtown Business Spotlight.
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Did you miss the last Downtown Business Spotlight?
Watch it below!
TOPIC: Food & Drink - Something Sweet
Join Matt Kettmann in conversation with Maya Schoop-Rhutten (Chocolate Maya), Maria Elena Plascencia (SB Sweets), Bulent Derdiyok (LOKUM) in this week’s Downtown Business Spotlight.
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1st Thursday Art Walk
November 4, 5-8 pm
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Join us on November 4 for the 1st Thursday Art Walk and enjoy free access to visual and performing arts in a fun and social environment. Venues feature attractions such as art openings, live music, artists' receptions, lectures, wine tastings, and hands-on activities. We hope you will join us to enjoy our beautiful downtown and all that it has to offer!
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Thank you to all the businesses that participated in the Halloween Décor Contest and congratulations to our winners! Next up - Holiday Décor! |
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State Street Promenade Market - 1 year Anniversary!
Every Thursday, 3:00 - 7:30 pm
State Street between Canon Perdido & Figueroa
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We invite you to join us Thursday evenings at the State Street Promenade Market to help support local businesses, restaurants, artisans, and performers.
The market is located between Carrillo and Figueroa streets every Thursday.
Come see local participating artisan vendors, stores, and restaurants along with LIVE performances! This week we are celebrating our one-year anniversary!! We will have extended hours, a live musical performance from Out of the Blue, a light show by the talented Electric Jugglers, and a new backdrop perfect for some photo ops!
See you at the market and thank you for continuing to come for a whole year!
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Who do you turn to for business advice? The Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) is a highly successful regional non-profit funded by the SBA. Its sole purpose is to provide no-cost services in order to form and grow new business through its Small Business Development Center. The EDC's experienced team of over 50 professional consultants works with business owners one-on-one to help with marketing, finance, strategic planning, operations, international trade, and much more.
Representatives of the EDC will be available at the offices of Downtown Santa Barbara on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 10:00 am -12:00 pm beginning November 17. Sign up for your appointment to learn more about the no-cost services your business can access: calendly.com/sbedc.
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Anna Janelle Jewelry Soft-Opens in Paseo Nuevo!
Anna Janelle Jewelry is made with 14k yellow gold-filled metal, and each piece is created to make you feel more beautiful, confident and radiant. Cardenas’ jewelry is designed to be worn on any occasion without having to spend time debating “Does this go?” The art of accessorizing just got easier, saving you some precious time! She wants you to feel empowered and beautiful when wearing her jewelry, whether it’s a night on the town or a trip to the grocery store. Her motto is – Look great. Feel great. Be great.
Open everyday, 11 am - 7 pm
Grand Opening 11/13, with ribbon cutting at 11 am!
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The Santa Barbara Half Marathon & SB Independent 5K
November 7
Start along Santa Barbara’s spectacular Cabrillo Blvd & descend down State Street for a one-of-a-kind downtown finish! The 2021 Santa Barbara Half Marathon will feature the 13.1 mile distance, the SB Independent 5K (3.1 miles), and a kids fun run. You'll enjoy the American Riviera all weekend long with a downtown Santa Barbara packet pickup & finish line festival.
Join Run Local for Santa Barbara's only waterfront Half Marathon this fall in support of Santa Barbara Running Association's youth running programs!
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Unlock More Than Unlimited Trips
Through the end of 2021, any new membership sign up with Santa Barbara Bcycle gets you 3 free classes with Core Power Yoga
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Small Business Saturday
Mark your calendars - Small Business Saturday falls on November 27, 2021! Downtown Santa Barbara has been a Small Business Champion since 2014. We share and encourage the community to Shop Small throughout the Holiday Season. We connect local shoppers and local businesses through the Shop Small Movement to celebrate the spirit of the season. Help to encourage our community to stay safe while supporting small businesses during the Holiday Season.
Downtown Businesses - Click HERE to sign up and learn about Marketing Resources
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