This Day in History
The United States Continental Congress adopts the Declaration of Independence, proclaiming independence from Great Britain.
Month: July 2008
Education 7-3
UCSB announced on 6/30 a decision to lower requirements for enrollment.
The Feelings Mutual
This debut effort from San Diego’s The Feelings Mutual shines with bright pop-rock melodies-even though all of the band members resemble scruffy folksters.
MoveOn Bake Sale Peeps
“Did you know a cookie could change the world?” read the email in my inbox.
T is for Tuttini
A review of this “cozy bakeshop” for “early birds” and lunchers.
Urchins vs. Otters (3)
Sea otters returning to historic habitat in Santa Barbara and Ventura is reason to rejoice.
Let the Dog Days Begin
Sometimes, it’s what doesn’t happen that counts most.
The Four-Minute Workout
Everyone knows America is the land of convenience. From fast food to internet shopping, play-on-demand movies, and drive-through coffee shops, we’re gluttons for instant gratification, and not only when it comes to consumption.
Shark Tales
In 1975, the film Jaws hit movie theaters, terrifying beach-goers with images of a people-eating shark.
Blended Summer
What is better in the warm summer months than sitting at the beach with a fresh slice of watermelon?
