The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2
The final chapter in the Twilight franchise proves that these films have steadily eroded over the course of their five installments.
Year: 2012
Susan Cain to Speak at UCSB on November 29
The author of New York Times bestseller Quiet challenges our extrovert-dominant culture, suggesting that when we undervalue the gifts of introverts, we all lose out.
Music Scene Math: From Electro-Spazz to Kickstarter
To Kickstarter or not to Kickstarter? We take a look at a few acts who are taking to the web to fund new projects.
Shen Wei Dance Arts Comes to S.B. November 28
The acclaimed New York-based modern dance company makes its Santa Barbara debut with a work that blends Eastern and Western artistic traditions; UCSB grad Chelsea Retzloff is among the dancers.
Holiday Parade Volunteers Needed
It’s the parade’s Diamond Anniversary this year, and there are still plenty of spots left for those who wish to help with the celebration.
Border Radio Celebrates 25 Years
KCSB’s Popped Culture film series returns to Isla Vista Theater on Thursday, November 29.
Local Heroes 2012
The folks selected each year as the Independent’s Local Heroes may not be demigods, but they definitely fit the description of hero.
Getting Naked for Minimum Wage
Owners of the Spearmint Rhino had a great little deal going. They didn’t pay their exotic dancers a cent.
Local Heroes Honor Roll 1986-2011
Local Heroes Honor Roll 1986-2011
Seismic Studies for Diablo Canyon Rejected
Whales, Porpoises trump earthquake questions at nuclear plant.
