While Native American culture has been embraced and celebrated within mainstream American cinema with great frequency and effect, Australia’s portrayal of its indigenous culture has, more often than not, found itself confined to the peripheral. But as indigenous characters have weaved their way through Australian cinema, one name has remained constant.
Santa Barbara Business College, one of the oldest private business schools in California, has been in continuous operation since its founding in August 1887. A key to the school’s longevity has been adaptability.
I cannot imagine a more pleasant treasure hunt than wandering through Santa Barbara and Goleta in search of art in unconventional spaces. My ongoing investigation of the region’s shops, restaurants, and coffee houses has convinced me that good art can do more than heighten the sensory experience of these locales; it can provide the frisson of finding a thing of beauty in an unexpected spot.
In a 4-1 vote last week, the Santa Barbara County Planning Commission acknowledged that a partial transfer of development rights (TDR) is feasible for the planned luxury home development on the Santa Barbara Ranch property.
Assemblymember Pedro Nava met with state leaders on 11/8 to secure state funding for phase one of the Highway 101 expansion project, which will take place between Milpas Street and Hot Springs Road.
On 11/9 peace activists shaved their heads to protest the war.
• The historic Santa Barbara Courthouse (1100 Anacapa St.) is looking for volunteer docents. On Thursday, November 15, at 10:30 a.m., all interested parties are invited to the courthouse to enjoy coffee and meet other prospective docents in this informal introductory meeting. Call 563-0471 to RSVP.
November 16, 1907
Oklahoma becomes part of the U.S., making it the 46th state to enter the Union.
Greka Energy spilled 6,300 gallons of oil and oily water on 11/12, and another 840 gallons of crude on 11/13 in Santa Maria.
The Contemporary Arts Forum plays host to Glass Love: Contemporary Art and Surf. The exhibit features works by young artists who have drawn inspiration from surfing and surf culture, including Amy Bird’s “Surfers #1” (pictured above). An opening reception will be held at CAF (625 Paseo Nuevo) from 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, November 17.
