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Weekly Newsletter – 9/16/2026
The theme of safety and disaster preparation continues!
The challenge this week is to make sure your house is as prepared as possible. Make sure your smoke alarms have batteries in them, carbon monoxide alarms are set to detect carbon monoxide at low levels. Clear any dead plants and trim trees in your yard. Make a checklist of what to bring with you in the event of an evacuation, and make sure your whole family knows the evacuation plan and meeting spot!
Cheers,
Catherine Tro,
Director of First Impressions
Santa Barbara Local Events
Nonprofit Event Spotlight:
Rally 4 Kids
When: October 9 Rally and October 10 Gala
Where: Starting line is in downtown Carpinteria
Rally4Kids 2026 is shaping up to be our biggest and most exciting event yet. This year’s experience will span two unforgettable days, bringing together incredible cars, spectacular roads, great food, and an amazing evening celebration, all in support of the United Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County.
From the thrill of the rally to the magic of the gala, every moment is designed to create lasting memories while supporting a truly meaningful cause.
Register here to join the most exciting Rally4Kids yet!
Dine Out for Hunger
When: The month of September
Where: Participating restaurants throughout Santa Barbara
This September, our community is coming together to help neighbors facing hunger, and a generous local family foundation will match every donation. Rising costs are making it harder for many local families to keep enough food on the table.
Give this month, and your gift will go twice as far. Click here to see the list of participating restaurants!
Photo of the Week
John and Adrienne dropped Natalie off at college last week and are now empty nesters!
It will be an adjustment for everyone, even the doggies!
Martini curled up outside Natalie’s room waiting for her to come home.
Joke of the Week
Why should you never play poker at the zoo?
Too many cheetahs!
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