Santa Barbara

Politics Celebrity advocates use social media to influence which California bills become law ... But celebrity support never ensures success ... “Some folks have had celebrities on a bill and it still dies,” Weber said ... Hannah Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) said celebrities make a difference as spokespeople for legislation in the same way they promote products in commercials and advertisements....

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Sonos Launches Full Lineup of Premium Speakers in Japan

Odessa American 03 Oct 2018

SANTA BARBARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 3, 2018--Today, Sonos celebrates its arrival in Japan, bringing its full portfolio of premium speakers and audio components to select retailers ... Sonos is deeply committed to an open platform that allows customers worldwide, and now in Japan, to listen to the audio content they want, from the streaming services they prefer ... About Sonos ... Sonos is headquartered in Santa Barbara, California ... Sonos....

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One goal, seven arrests

Mustang News 03 Oct 2018

While Cal Poly celebrated a victory against UC Santa Barbara Men’s Soccer on Sunday night, seven students ended their nights arrested for charges ranging from citizens assists to public intoxication. A total of seven arrests were made at Alex G ... ....

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Travel letters: The blues make one reader swoon, but new fees have another reader singing ...

The Los Angeles Times 02 Sep 2018

Travel Travel letters. The blues make one reader swoon, but new fees have another reader singing the blues. Thank you for the article on Chicago blues . I am a huge blues fan. I went to Chicago for the only business trip I've ever taken ... I thought, "I can go to Chess Records!". Advertisement ... Orange ... Yet another article touting the high-end, over-priced hotels that encourage the "celebrities and wealthy travelers" to come to Santa Barbara ....

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The past meets the present in Santa Barbara, where new — or in some cases, ...

The Los Angeles Times 12 Aug 2018

The region's sophisticated charm, miles of sun-swept beaches and to-die-for ocean views have long made Santa Barbara County attractive to celebrities and wealthy travelers ... Library sitting area at the Hotel Californian in Santa Barbara ... 8301 Hollister Ave., Santa Barbara; (805) 968-0100 This beachfront resort, near Goleta, about 15 miles northwest of downtown Santa Barbara, has just changed to Ritz-Carlton management....

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A random person has the chance to win a McDonald's Gold Card and a lifetime of free fast food. Here's the real story behind the mythic card in Bill Gates' and Warren Buffett's wallets.

Business Insider 12 Aug 2018

Rob Lowe's Gold Card ... And, the fabled card has gained a somewhat mythic quality over the years, as rumors and celebrity cardholders muddy the waters on what is real and what is mere imagination ... Crandell is a bit of a celebrity in Santa Barbara, California, having reportedly helped raise millions of dollars for the community as a volunteer and expert emcee. Franchisees have granted the Gold Card to local celebrities and do-gooders ... More....

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Surf and turf, anime and Ecuador in an action-packed weekend

The Los Angeles Times 29 Jul 2018

Santa Barbara. The Old Spanish Days Fiesta celebrates the city’s traditions with a Mexican market, folklórico and flamenco, arts and crafts, a rodeo and a parade featuring more than 600 horses plus antique wagons and carriages ... CatCon at the Pasadena Convention Center is dedicated to cats and pop culture and includes seminars with cat experts, workshops, meet-and-greets with celebrity cats and cat fashions for adults....

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5 Los Angeles restaurants for art lovers

The Mercury News 14 Jul 2018

Michael’s, Santa Monica ... You’ll find art displayed throughout the entire restaurant at Michael’s in Santa Monica ... Looking for a SoCal eco-tour? 2 different ways to see dolphins, whales and other ocean creatures Cambria’s charms go beyond Hearst Castle 9 dog-friendly California hotels that totally pamper your pup 3 fantastic Renaissance Faires across California Santa Barbara’s Old Spanish Days....

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Things to do in the San Fernando Valley, LA area, July 13-20

LA Daily News 13 Jul 2018

Santa Barbara French Festival. Celebration of French culture with dance, food, music and marketplace, 11 a.m.-7 p.m ... Panels and on-stage conversations with celebrity speakers, beauty and health vendors, noon-6 p.m ... Check website for brands and celebrity names ... The winners announced at a honey celebration event that includes children’s activities, samples of honey from backyard beekeepers, vendors and workshops, 4-7 p.m....

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Looking for a Southern California eco-tour? 2 different ways to see dolphins, whales and other ...

The Mercury News 13 Jul 2018

When it comes to tourism, Southern California has no shortage of must-visit places to check off the list ... More info ... Cambria’s charms go beyond Hearst Castle 9 dog-friendly California hotels that totally pamper your pup 3 fantastic Renaissance Faires across California Santa Barbara’s Old Spanish Days. A historical celebration in California’s coastal paradise 5 don’t-miss California history and culture festivals ....

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Remembrance of Past Fourths

CounterPunch 09 Jul 2018

Those on the float may have been survivors, like me, of that night or the many days and nights when the fire swept uncontained towards the Pacific and ran north beyond Santa Barbara, but we all, by now, must understand that our liberation was into a world changed forever by global warming. The emancipation celebrated in our national holiday (which ......

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