Santa Barbara Social Club upcoming events

Murder at the Luau (13 Sep 2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Food & Wine Presents:

It's a real 'Whodunnit'

Help us catch a murderer at the Luau!

Santa Barbara is a small town outside of Hollywood that is a celebrity vacation destination with beautiful beaches, excellent weather and wonderful resorts. A local magician is hosting a to-die-for backyard luau party. Everybody in Santa Barbara is talking about what an epic party this will be. Rumors have flown around the grapevine that the guest list might not contain only the crème de la crème of high society, but why should anybody question the host's motives? He has said that it will be a fun time in the sun with exciting party games, wonderful luau-inspired delicacies, and stimulating conversation. You have received your invitation, and it is time to pick out your most festive luau attire for the party. This is where the story begins...

All is not fun and games. Murder is on the menu. Join us to see if you can solve the mysterious demise of a prominent attendee.

So put on your best Hawaiian attire and join us for this festive killer event! We'll have lots of tropical food and drinks, music, and prizes.

Ticket price includes: Food, drinks (alcoholic & nonalcoholic), and Hawaiian lei upon arrival.

The Cast

Put your sleuthing skills to the test. Can you identify the murderer among us?

Out to Lunch - the New Sandbar Save the Date (25 Sep 2026)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Food & Wine Presents:

Let's go out to lunch at the Sandbar!

Save the Date - Registration opens Aug 30th

Join us for luncheon at the newly designed SANDBAR, at 514 State Street. where the vibe is now both very Santa Barbara and a beach destination far away! "From elevated street tacos and premium mezcals to their energetic, sun-soaked outdoor patio, Sandbar offers a chic yet laid-back retreat where Santa Barbara’s upscale style meets the authentic soul of Mexico."

Their menu includes Mexican specialties such as Chiles Rellenos, Chicken Suiza Enchiladas, Ranchero Bowls, wonderful Tacos, 2 types of Ceviche, Fajitas, Burritos, Salads, Ranchero Bowls and some lovely combo options. (A good cocktail menu too!)

Since Sandbar couldn't guarantee that their restaurant would be open for sure all week for lunch, we are trying their already-open Friday for the first time. Hope that works for most of you! Manager Brandon has agreed to give us 3 tables of 8,with 2 credit cards per table, so plan to bring cash or Venmo whoever charges it. (Tip not automatically included!)

There is a parking lot behind the restaurant, 75 minutes free, entrance on Haley, but as always, I recommend carpooling! Space for 24. Wear your nametags!

CURIOUS MINDS- Aerospace Targets Backside of Moon 2027 (27 Sep 2026)

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Curious Minds Presents:

"Firefly Aerospace – See You on the Darkside of the Moon” in 2027!

Dane Drefke is the Director of Launch Site Operations for Firefly

Aerospace at Space Launch Complex 2 on Vandenberg Space Force

Base. He leads an on-site team of 26 full-time employees tasked with

maintaining the launchpad in a state of operational readiness. During

launch campaigns that number will triple as personnel from Texas come to support the assembly, test and launch of the company’s Alpha launch vehicle. Missions from this launch site support US Space Force national security readiness, US Dept of Defense technology development, NASA earth sciences and exploration as well as commercial communications and technology missions.

Dane will give an overview of Firefly Aerospace. Who they are, what they do, how they’re growing, and the mission to the moon they completed in 2025. (Blue Ghost mission 1). Their current target is the Darkside of the Moon in 2027!

Dane has spent the last 30 years in the Aerospace industry supporting the Delta II, Delta IV and Atlas V missions from both coasts, and most recently was the ground crew commander for the human spaceflight Starliner program which flew on an Atlas V in 2024, carrying astronauts Barry “Butch” Wilmore and Suni Willaims to the International Space Station.

Beverages and light refreshments will be served.

Contact event organizer

Beatles Candlelight Experience (2 Oct 2026)

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Night Life Presents:

Join us for an enchanting concert experience paying homage to the Beatles. The performance at this event will feature a String Trio surrounded by candles creating a magical experience.

Doors open at 5:45pm. Seating Is First Come First Serve to our allocated tiered zone (Silver)

List Of Songs:

Come together
Here comes the sun
Eleanor rigby
Yesterday
Twist & shout
Good day sunshine
Lady Madonna
Blackbird
Get back
Let it be
Penny lane
All you need is love
Something
Yellow submarine
Help
Hey Jude

After the concert we will meet at Lure for some food, drinks, and conversation.

Soiree en Blanc - White Party! (8 Oct 2026)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Food & Wine Presents:

Soiree en Blanc - White Party!

Please join us for our take on this classic French affair called "Soiree en Blanc". Enjoy an evening sunset with friends on the beach featuring live entertainment, Champagne, white wines and light appetizers. Public Parking is easy and available to the north of the facility.

A prize will be awarded for the most creative party ensemble!

Pictures from past events........

Garvin Theatre Play: CLUE (18 Oct 2026)

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 20:45:00 GMT

Culture & History:

Was it Miss Scarlet in the lounge with the candlestick? Or Professor Plum in the library with the revolver?

Reserve your spot now for an afternoon of mystery, mayhem, and murder as The Theatre Group at SBCC presents CLUE live at the Garvin Theatre!

It’s a dark and stormy night, and you are cordially invited to Boddy Manor for a dinner party where the guests are strange, the butler has all the weapons, and the host is... well, dead. Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount cult classic film and the beloved Hasbro board game, this live stage adaptation is a hilariously fast-paced, madcap comedy whodunit that will keep you guessing and laughing until the final curtain.

Don't miss the chance to watch your favorite colorful suspects—Scarlet, Plum, White, Green, Peacock, and Mustard—race against time and a mounting body count to find the killer before they become the next victim.

Those who have been to Garvin Theatre performances know that this is a genre they do best - a wonderful escape and enjoyable entertainment.

Following the play, we will meet at a nearby restaurant for food, drinks and socializing.

OKTOBERFEST @ The SB Biergarten (22 Oct 2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Food & Wine presents: SAVE THE DATE

"OKTOBERFEST" in The SB Biergarten

We are EXCITED to celebrate another SBSC "OKTOBERFEST."

Enjoy a variety of good food, beer, wine, cider and more. Great food menu with German sausage dishes. Not your taste? They, also have pizza and smashburgers - and a LARGE selection of beers, as well as ciders and wines.

(see menu link below). Free Valet parking - large lot.

This is a self-pay event.

https://www.sbbiergarten.com/

MENU

Get ready for a fun and lively event!

Curious Minds - Dr. Fred Kass (25 Oct 2026)

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Curious Minds Presents:

Food as Medicine

Presentation and Discussion with Dr. Fred Kass:

What are "healthy foods" and how do they affect our metabolism, "gut health" and our lives?

On Sunday, October 25, at 3:30 at Mackenzie Lawn Bowl Club, Curious Minds will host Dr. Fred Kass, well-known oncologist and an expert on nutrition and its positive and negative contributions to our health. He will also be willing to expand the discussion to other medically relevant questions.

Dr. Kass graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1984, did his residency at Yale, and received a Fellowship to attend Dana Farber Cancer Institute.

He is a sought-after speaker, who has previously given talks at Curious Minds and other venues on health-related issues.

Please remember to wear your name badges.

We will have a social time with drinks and appetizers before and after the presentation.

Contact event organizer