The most popular buildings in Santa Barbara are the hundreds old Hotel Virginia, El Pueblo Viejo district and the Old Mission’s two pink towers that host events. The bright tiles at the County Courthouse depict gorgeous artworks, while the clock tower and observation deck provide a full view of the city. The Lobero theatre was… Continue Reading
Several Hospice of Santa Barbara counsellors have obtained certification for EDMR and are effectively integrating the service into treatment plans. This is resulting in many patients reporting greater feelings of ease and comfort than they experienced with talk therapy alone. EMDR will not replace the need for talk therapy, but does serve as an important… Continue Reading
Students, professors and charity organizations are brought together to debate arts education during the yearly symposium. This program serves as an incentive for the developing of future initiatives, says Kenny Slaught. The plans include sponsorships for art students, programs that use Santa Barbara Bowl’s resources, and gathering instruments for students who need them. Furthermore, the… Continue Reading
Santa Barbara’s approach of being focused on its community comes from a commitment to charity, Kenny Slaught discusses. The Santa Barbara Foundation was opened in 1928, and marked the beginnings of a long tradition. Today, Santa Barbara’s numerous charities continue the work. Committed local nonprofits respond to the community’s needs fast, and thus assistance from… Continue Reading
The Spanish Colonial Revival architecture style was founded in the early 20th century. It was first encountered in areas that were Spanish colonies turned into American cities. Santa Barbara adopted this style after an 1925 quake required the city to be redesigned. Originally, the movement was created by architect George Washington Smith, who moved to… Continue Reading
Hoover Dam was built in the Great depression era, between 1931 and 1936, at a cost of $49 million, says Kenny Slaught. The construction’s name was Boulder Dam, but its name was later changed to Hoover Dam in honor of its main sponsor, President Herbert Hoover. The structure measures 221 meters in height, is 179… Continue Reading
Experiencing the loss of a parent is hard on a child, Kenny Slaught notes. They may feel lost and alone, and in order to help, the ‘I Have a Friend’ program was created. The program lets the kid express their feelings to someone who experienced a similar event. The volunteer will be there for as… Continue Reading
Santa Barbara City College is acclaimed for its network support training. The time of the professionals who enroll in the program will be put at good use, Kenny Slaught noted. Network engineers maintain the company’s computer network and provide useful applications to their colleagues. The communication technologies field offers many job openings and thus career… Continue Reading