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First Thursday
An incubator for climate activism
“MY VISION for State Street is that it stays closed,” says Sigrid Wright, chief executive officer of the Community Environmental Council, which on July 6 opened its new environmental hub at 1219 State. “Then it’s a vibrant center for retail, arts, and entertainment, but also just for the community to come and be without having to spend money.”
Wright says they are hoping to anchor their section of State, and create a welcoming space where people can put their time and energy into strengthening the community. “Go out to eat, go shopping, and get your ticket to the Granada, but this is a place where you can come to be inspired and design solutions to environmental and social problems.”
A throwback bar and grill that delivers
SALOONS | CHRIS BARNETT
In a hype-filled world, it’s not unusual to find a place that promises “great food, friendly service, a homey atmosphere and the stiffest drinks in town.”
What is unusual is a place that delivers on the hype — and delivers it all at fair prices.
Joe’s Cafe in Santa Barbara does it. It’s a throwback bar and grill bucking today’s culinary trend toward $70 steaks and $25 cocktails.
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