2006 - Page 4 of 269 - The Santa Barbara Independent

By Michael Redmon

Q: ‘How did World War I affect Santa Barbara?’

Although the First World War did have an impact on Santa Barbara, it did not have as large an effect as World War II had on the community. The war broke out in August 1914, but the U.S. did not enter the conflict until spring 1917. Europe seemed very far away from California and there was not as much apprehension about a direct attack-a contrast to the fear in the months following Pearl Harbor. Still, Santa Barbarans certainly did not ignore the War to End All Wars.

Starshine By Indy Staff

Season’s Bleatings

We hope this holiday letter finds you merry, gay, and all the other pleasant emotions the season demands of you.Whew! What a whirlwind year it’s been for us.
The baby is quite active these days. He likes to bang his head on things and spin around until he falls down. We assume this is because he’s so smart, and he’s trying to slow his poor little brilliant mind down to a more comfortable level.

Briefs By Drew Mackie

California Tiger Salamander Declared Endangered State-Wide

By overturning a vote by the state Fish and Game Commission, a state Superior Court Judge has declared that the Californian populations of tiger salamanders should be classified as endangered.

By Shannon Kelley

Indy Party Peeps

I think it’s safe to say that most of us have a love/hate relationship with the company holiday parties we are obliged to attend each year. As is the case with any party, the company party holds the potential for fun and, in equal measure, the potential for disaster. But the stakes are higher.

By Ethan Stewart

Old Crow Medicine Show

The reviewer first came across this band while stoking an early morning fire at a friend’s home a few miles north of Big Sur while looking for a soundtrack to his pre-breakfast duties. He discovered a perfectly balanced ensemble of banjos, fiddles, a harmonica, and a stand-up bass.

By Indy Staff

Knock-Off Knock-Out

In fourth grade I wanted a Mongoose BMX racing bike for Christmas. We didn’t have much money, so, instead of the elite two-wheeler, Mom got me the Kmart version. I really didn’t mind. It looked pretty much the same as its expensive cousin. It seemed to work as well as a Mongoose. But I was concerned with what my friends would say when they found out my bike came from a discount store.

Living By Indy Staff

Horses 4 the Holidays

If wild horses are the only thing that could drag you away from your holiday shopping, take heart: You can help local non profit wild horse sanctuary Return to Freedom while simultaneously crossing the last of those names off your list.

By Charles Donelan

Â¡Muy Bien!

The rows of white votive candles that line the steps leading up to this show symbolize the care and passion with which it was assembled. The artists have made a shrine to the Mexico of their experience and imagination that is as sacred and secular as its subject.

By James Hanley Donelan

Dona Nobis Pacem

Rows of perfect Roman arches lead up to the altar at St. Anthony’s Seminary Chapel, where the Quire of Voyces, an a cappella choral group of 26 accomplished vocalists, sang underneath the serene gaze of the Holy Trinity on Saturday night. Nathan Kreizer, the founder and artistic director of the group, conducted this concert of Renaissance and modern sacred works with understated grace and elegance.