***For Immediate Release*** July 2010
Music returns to the Goodland! The 4th Annual Music at the Ranch free concert series at Rancho La Patera & Stow House in Goleta begins July 13. This six-week series, hosted by Goleta Valley Historical Society, will take place on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Following the success of last year’s concerts, which drew crowds of up to 1500 people, this summer’s weekly concerts will be sure to provide the same relaxed entertainment to members of the community.
"It is so wonderful to bring our two young children to these free concerts, have a picnic with friends, while enjoying great local bands on your beautiful grounds. As a Goleta native, this concert series is TRULY appreciated and a definite highlight of our summer,” says Gale Hugo, one of last year’s concert attendees.
Concerts are held in the gardens of Rancho La Patera & Stow House, located at 304 N. Los Carneros Road, Goleta.
This 2010 Music at the Ranch entertainment line-up includes:
July 13: The Goodland
The Goodland Band delivers a mix of “harmony driven folk, rock, and reggae.” Their “rootsy dance rhythms, melodic harmonies, tight jams, and witty songwriting” let people get loose on the dance floor.
July 20: Tony Ybarra
Tony Ybarra is a classically trained guitarist who blends classical jazz, Latin, and flamenco guitar. His many diverse styles have led him to craft his own sound that is “melodic, romantic, intimate, rhythmic, and sophisticated.”
July 27: Area 51
Get up and dance to Area 51, for the best “Funk, Soul, R&B, Motown, and Disco” in Santa Barbara. Coming from a jazz and classical background, the group is one of the most popular cover bands in Santa Barbara.
August 3: Donna Greene & the Roadhouse Daddies
Enjoy a “repertoire of feisty blues” and “smokey jazz” from Donna Greene & the Roadhouse Daddies. This band creates a classic “vintage blues and jazz” experience.
August 10: Somos Son
Somos Son brings the “exciting dance rhythms of Cuba” to Santa Barbara. They are influenced by both traditional Cuban Son dance music and contemporary salsa.
August 17: Spencer the Gardener
Best described as eclectic, Spencer the Gardener mixes “guitars, bongos, congas, trumpets, saxophone, bass, drums, and even an accordion” to create a completely unique sound. The Santa Barbara legend mixes it up playing a blend of big band, indie, and pop.
The concert series would not be possible without the commitment of our local bands and the generous financial support of the local businesses. Sponsors include Presenting Sponsor ATK Space Systems, the City of Goleta, The Goleta Noontime Rotary, Montecito Bank & Trust, Rabobank, Santa Barbara Bank & Trust, Gary Atkins Sound, Santa Barbara Independent, Santa Barbara News Press and Latitude 34.
The supporters of Rancho La Patera & Stow House are looking forward to the series, “Music at the Ranch was great this summer. A lot of us families are "up against it" with SB mortgages, and this free event reminds us why we do it. It's a party of the quality of life of this community. It is an easy way to meet up w/ old friends w/ families too,” says William Cochran.
10/1/09
GOLETA VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY SELECTS KYRIACO JR. AS FIRST EVER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The Goleta Valley Historical Society Board of Directors is excited to announce the hiring of James Kyriaco Jr. as the organization’s first-ever Executive Director.
“We are confident that James’ successful track record of management experience, combined with his many years of community involvement will help move our organization forward as we look to the future”, said Board President Robin Hill Cederlof.
“The opportunity to preserve and protect Rancho La Patera, home to the historic Stow House, while working to expand and enhance educational partnerships throughout the South Coast, is an exciting challenge.” said Kyriaco Jr. “I am looking forward to working with our volunteers and staff to take this organization to the next level.”
Kyriaco Jr. is a native of Santa Barbara who has successfully managed political campaigns for Goleta City Councilmembers Margaret Connell and Ed Easton, Second District County Supervisor Janet Wolf, Santa Barbara City Councilmember Roger Horton and Goleta Water District Trustee Bill Rosen, among others.
Kyriaco Jr. is a recent graduate of Antioch University in Santa Barbara, who is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from California State University, Northridge.
Kyriaco Jr.’s experience with local non-profit organizations includes serving as both President & Vice President of the Board of Directors for the Santa Barbara Family Care Center, and as a board member for the Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara County and the Santa Barbara Tennis Patrons. In addition, Kyriaco Jr. recently completed six years of service on the Community Development and Human Services Commission of the City of Santa Barbara.
For more information contact the Goleta Valley Historical Society at 681-7216 or www.goletahistory.org.
Goleta Valley Historical Society, stewards of Rancho La Patera & Stow House (1873) museums, preserves, interprets, and fosters research of the history of the Goleta Valley and the Stow Family. Our purpose is to share this treasured landmark from the golden era of California ranching and provide a unique and historic gathering place for the community.
Rancho La Patera hosts tours and educational programs as well as various public events, such as the Old Fashioned 4Th of July Celebration and Holiday at the Ranch. The Society also co-hosts Fiesta Ranchera with Old Spanish Days of Santa Barbara.
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