Chamber News

The 64th Annual Carpinteria Community Awards Gala will be held on April 1 at Rincon Beach Club. The Community Awards Gala honors community members who have gone above and beyond. This includes two extraordinary educators of the year who receive funding for classroom supplies; a Jr. Carpinterian of the Year and two runner-ups, all of which…

We are proud to recognize United Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County as the Non-Profit of the Year. The clubs are an essential foundation for youth in our communities, serving over 3,000 youth annually. They provide a safe, positive place to learn and grow. They offer tutoring, sports, and after-school meals along with mentoring groups, education…

The results are in! On Tuesday, January 24 the Santa Barbara City Council received an update on the progress of the State Street Master Plan’s first phase, focused on visioning. City staff and consultant, MIG, shared the result of their visioning outreach, which included a community survey, design workshops, interactive on-street outreach experiences, and more.…

The Chamber held a Taking Care of Me in 2023 Business 2 Business Networking event on January 26 at the Santa Barbara Zoo, with a special sponsor presentation by UCLA Health. Located right in your neighborhood, UCLA Health medical offices and clinics offer you convenient access to world-class care for your entire family. Find a location near you! click…

The Chamber is excited to announce the 64th Annual Carpinteria Community Awards Gala will be held on April 1 at Rincon Beach Club. Three local high school seniors will be honored for their leadership and contributions in the community; and the Jr. Carpinterian of the Year will also be announced at the Gala. In addition,…

Each year, the Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce recognizes businesses that have made a significant impact on the region. We are proud to recognize Small Business of the Year – JR Bookkeeping. JR Bookkeeping started in 2012 by sisters Juliana and Natalia Ramirez. Besides being friendly, responsive, and hardworking bookkeepers, they are passionate…

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at Dirt Botanicals in Carpinteria on Wednesday, January 25, followed by an after hours mixer. Dirt Botanicals is a unique retail experience offering a respite from the day-to-day. Their newest edition to the space is the DIY dried flower wall; where you can come, make your own selections and create…

In partnership with GoGoleta, World of Pinot Noir is returning to the Santa Barbara South Coast March 2 – 4. Held at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, World of Pinot Noir attracts wine enthusiasts to the Goodland. Chamber members can enjoy a special promotion for $40 off both Friday and Saturday general admission Grand Tasting tickets. Make…

January 19, 2023 Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce Announces Regional Business Award Winners The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce, from Goleta to Carpinteria, is proud to announce the winners of the Regional Business Awards that will be presented at the Chamber’s Annual Membership Meeting & Regional Business Awards luncheon on Thursday,…

On January 12 the Santa Barbara City Council voted on a new fee structure for outdoor business facilities on State Street. Council chose to go with variable design-based fees, which will charge businesses anywhere from $3 to $5 per square foot for outdoor business facilities, based on the design of the facility (roof, platform, portability).…