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Forging New Paths – The Bucket Brigade is continuing its quest for a more walkable Montecito, but their newest path receives some pushback at the recent Land Use meeting 

Butch Bears All – The community comes out to make Montecito shine and celebrate Citizen of the Year Lt. Ugo ‘Butch’ Arnoldi’s 50 years of service and dedication to the town

Voting Matters – The MJ’s Gwyn Lurie laments the current divisive politics and reiterates the importance of listening to those who have differing opinions (Story starts on page 5). Regardless of who you support, make sure to Vote this November 5th!

MPC: How to Lose a Quorum without Decorum –

Tina Takes on Jazz – Montecito’s Tina Schlieske has spent 40+ years rocking the stage… now she’s bringing it back to jazz and The Good Life

Time to Vote – The November 5th General Election is almost here… but what’s on the ballot for Montecito? Well, find out inside along with a few of the MJ’s endorsements

Via Vai Meets Studio 44 – Carlos Pillado left his village in Argentina, trekking 6,451 miles to San Francisco, Art, Pane e Vino, Via Vai, and the rest of his life. On October 11, Studio 44 explains all

Miramar Expansion Plan Goes to County! – After delays… the Rosewood Miramar short circuits local process and heads to the County 

It’s BBQ Time! – Smoked meats and The Doublewide Kings’ tunes will fill the Carriage Museum this Sunday for the Montecito Trails Foundation’s 60th Anniversary. Come join while the grill is still going

Legends of the Granada – The centennial celebrations are still underway and the theater’s signature gala event will honor these two legends who have helped make it happen 

Michelin at the Country Mart! – Ramon Velazquez – founder of Public Market’s thronged Corazon Cocina and Michelin Bib Gourmand winner – brings his palate-popping Mexican cuisine and head chef Alan Alva to Montecito Country Mart

One805’s signature fund-raising event on behalf of our ever-ready disaster centurions features (yet again) a jawdropping roster of musical legends

A look at the past and present state of the resort, what is in store for its future and what the mbar has to say about it.

Little Alex’s Makes a Big Return – Get Soup-er excited! After 32 years at its Montecito location, the beloved Little Alex’s has reopened at the Five Points Shopping Center

Fashion’s Newest Faces – From punk-inspired streetwear to sustainable bikinis and California couture, these young local designers are waltzing into the world of fashion one stitch at a time

The Emotional Marathon – Familial misfortune, implausible math, a romance announced by comet – Michael Salsbury’s new memoir Running from Tragedy is a deeply affecting medical mystery, alove story, and a hymn to endurance in all its guises. Salsbury, Founder of American Riviera Bank, has a story you have to hear to believe. 

Celebrate Coast Village Week – Specials, raffles, and an immersive art walk… the Coast Village Week has something for the whole family to celebrate! Come see what’s in store inside

Noche de Gala Returns! – The venue may be new but the traditions are old with Noche de Gala returning after a 30-year hiatus… prepare for Montecito’s premiere Fiesta event at Casa del Herrero

A Match Made in Vintage – Upcycled men’s shirts… ruffles… and accessories to match… it’s a one-of-a-kind collaboration when J. McLaughlin partners with local designer Kate McHale Jensen to produce this limited-edition pop-up exclusively at the Montecito store 

The First Fiesta – It’s been 100 years of Old Spanish Days, but what was the first Fiesta like? There were surely costumes, music, and dance… what about aerial acrobats? Maybe. But certainly not greased pig races? You’ll have to find out inside