Candlelight Vigil in Solidarity with Minnesota
2026-01-26 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cabrillo Blvd on either side of the dolphin statue at Stearns Wharf, 217 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111, United States
In Solidarity with Minnesota and alongside our partners – Indivisible Santa Barbara – we are calling for Emergency Response to Another ICE Murder in Minneapolis
On Saturday, January 24, 2026, federal agents in Minneapolis, MN, tackled, shot, and killed Alex Pretti after he attempted to help a fellow protester who had been pushed to the ground by other federal agents.
This is the third shooting of a protester in Minneapolis by federal agents and the second that has horrifically resulted in death. Since Trump regained power in January 2025, ICE agents have been involved in multiple shootings in other cities, as well as dozens of deaths in detention camps
ICE has consistently met any peaceful protest with more state-sanctioned violence. They’re meeting whistles with guns, pepper spraying parents holding cameras—and then, even when we have video evidence of their violence, they’re telling us not to believe our own eyes.
This is state terror, and we cannot be silent. Many of you came out on Saturday morning to stand in solidarity with Minnesota and our demands to GET ICE OUT FOR GOOD, and now we ask that you show up in force once again.
In response to this latest murder in Minneapolis at the hands of the federal government, Indivisible Santa Barbara is calling for:
A Candlelight Vigil
Monday, January 26, 2026
5:30pm to 6:30pm
Cabrillo Blvd on either side of the dolphin statue at Stearns Wharf
We will also take this occasion to stand with our Representative Carbajal, who has stated: “I call on the Senate to block the DHS funding package next week and my Republican colleagues to support our Articles of Impeachment against Secretary Noem. ICE’s brutality must be stopped.”
Come early if you can. We will have some electric candles available, but fully-charged phones will be useful to help us light up the night.
Join us in our anger and grief as we stand in solidarity with Minneapolis on Monday evening.

Social Lab: Fear by Design: ICE Tactics, Impact & What We Can Do About It
2026-03-02 17:30 - 18:30 | Biergarten in the Funk Zone at 11 Anacapa Street,
March 2, 2026 | 5:30–6:30 PM
Location: Biergarten 11 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Hosted by: Democratic Women of Santa Barbara County
Free Event | Open to the Public

Across the United States, immigration enforcement tactics are increasingly structured around visibility and intimidation — including sudden raids, masked and heavily armed officers, limited transparency, and arrests that reverberate through entire communities.
While national coverage often centers on political debate, the lived impact is local. Families face uncertainty. Schools experience disruption. Community trust is strained. Public safety conversations become more complex.
This Social Lab is designed to bring clarity and grounded understanding to these local realities. Rather than amplifying fear, we will examine:

What specific ICE tactics look like in practice
How these tactics affect community safety and trust in Santa Barbara County
The legal rights individuals hold during enforcement encounters
How local leaders and organizations are responding
Concrete ways residents can support humane, accountable policy

Featured Speakers
Laura Capps
A countywide policy and public-safety perspective.
Primitiva Hernandez
Community support, rapid response networks, and local resources.
Immigrant Legal Defense Center
Legal insight on enforcement practices, rights, and due process.
As with all DemWomen Social Labs, this session is structured to foster connection, informed dialogue, and civic action. Participants will leave with practical language, local resource awareness, and meaningful ways to engage.
We invite you to join us for an evening of learning, solidarity, and community leadership.

Sable pipeline reopened - protest Thursday 3/19/26
2026-03-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Cabrillo Blvd on either side of the dolphin statue at Stearns Wharf, 217 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111, United States
Protest Thursday 6:30pm at Dolphin Statue, Stearns Warf.

NO KINGS! 3
2026-03-28 | CA
Saturday March 28th
Alameda Park
11am: Meet our community partners
12:30pm: Rally and speeches
1:30pm: March to De La Guerra Plaza

SAVE THE DATE: 56th Annual Luncheon with Senator Sherrod Brown
2026-06-14 12:00 - 14:00 | CA
Save the Date for an inspiring afternoon of connection, conversation, and purpose at our annual benefit luncheon.
Sunday, June 14 at 12:00 PM ~ Sponsorships opportunities available now. General Admission tickets will be available in mid-April.
This year’s theme, “Reclaiming Our Power,” reflects a renewed commitment to civic engagement, community leadership, and meaningful action at every level.
We are honored to welcome keynote speaker Sherrod Brown, a nationally recognized advocate for workers, families, and the middle class. Senator Brown has built a reputation for fighting for affordable health care, fair wages, secure pensions, and strong consumer protections. His perspective and experience will offer valuable insight at a pivotal moment.
This event brings together leaders, advocates, and community members who care deeply about the future of our region and our country. Proceeds support the ongoing work of Democratic Women of Santa Barbara County in advancing civic participation and supporting candidates and causes that reflect our shared values.

Presidential Sponsor– $10,000, 20 tickets (2 tables) with premier seating, early reception entry with the Senator, photo opportunity, acknowledgement on event print materials and website, and recognition from the podium.**We ask that sponsors over $5000 contact us prior to payment, Thank you.
Vice-Presidential Sponsor– $5000, 10 tickets (1 table) with premier seating, early reception entry with the Senator, photo opportunity, acknowledgement on event print materials and website, and recognition from the podium.
Senatorial Sponsor– $2500, 5 tickets, early reception entry with the Senator, photo opportunity, and acknowledgement on event print materials and website.
Congressional Sponsor– $1000, 2 tickets, early reception entry with the Senator, photo opportunity, and acknowledgement on event print materials.
Defender of Democracy Sponsor– $500, 1 ticket, early reception entry with the Senator (does not include photo opportunity), and acknowledgement on event print materials.
General Admission Tickets Will Be Released at a Later Date.

Annual Luncheon featuring Senator Sherrod Brown-Tickets Available
2026-06-14 12:00 - 14:00 | Santa Barbara Club, 1105 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
Sunday, June 14 at 12:00 PM –General Admission tickets available now!
This year’s theme, “Reclaiming Our Power,” reflects a renewed commitment to civic engagement, community leadership, and meaningful action at every level.
We are honored to welcome keynote speaker Sherrod Brown, a nationally recognized advocate for workers, families, and the middle class. Senator Brown has built a reputation for fighting for affordable health care, fair wages, secure pensions, and strong consumer protections. His perspective and experience will offer valuable insight at a pivotal moment.
This event brings together leaders, advocates, and community members who care deeply about the future of our region and our country. Proceeds support the ongoing work of Democratic Women of Santa Barbara County in advancing civic participation and supporting candidates and causes that reflect our shared values.
