Citizen’s Alert

Sat., Mar. 3

Beach Walk: Hike through the Naples Property. Meet in the
parking lot near Haskell’s Beach next to the Bacara Resort and Spa.
1pm. Call 683-6631.

Tue., Mar. 6

Reading Group: Join the first discussion of Scott O’Dell’s
Island of the Blue Dolphins, the current book pick for the Santa
Barbara Reads series. The event includes art projects for children.
6:30pm. Santa Barbara Public Library, 40 E. Anapamu St. Call Chris
Gallery at 564-5633.

Worry-Free Advocacy: Eric Gorovitz, director of the Alliance for
Justice’s West Coat offices, will speak at a workshop about the
role of nonprofits in election activities. 8:30am-4pm. La Casa de
Maria Retreat House, 800 El Bosque Rd., Montecito. Call
969-5031.

Wed., Mar. 7

Playing it Safe: Second District Supervisor Janet Wolf and
Sheriff Bill Brown will host a community forum on public safety.
7:30-8:30pm. S.B. County Employees’ University, 267 Camino del
Remedio. Call 568-2191.

Health Nuts: Learn about the corporatization of the American
healthcare system in a town hall meeting. 7-9pm. Faulkner Gallery,
Santa Barbara Public Library, 40 E. Anapamu St. Organizers suggest
a donation of $5 per person. Call 965-7771.

Ongoing

Charity Case: The United Way of northern Santa Barbara County is
looking for volunteers to drive a van to pick up donations for the
Santa Maria store and to staff clerk positions inside the store.
Training will be provided. Those interested should contact the
United Way at 922-9931.