Dog Days of Summer: FREE Summer Cinema
UCSB Arts & Lectures and the Santa Barbara County Office of Arts and Culture present the FREE outdoor summer film series Dog Days of Summer, seven heartwarming, hilarious and sometimes shaggy tales featuring man’s best friend. Screenings take place Friday evenings at 8:30 p.m. from July 11 through August 29 in the County Courthouse Sunken Garden.
This year’s lineup includes: 101 Dalmatians (1961), The Sandlot, Best in Show, My Dog Skip, Isle of Dogs, Marley & Me and Dog. Begun in 2010, this collaboration between Arts & Lectures and the County Office of Arts and Culture has become one of Santa Barbara’s most cherished summertime traditions.
Filmgoers are reminded to respect the lawn and fellow attendees: please bring only blankets that are permeable (no plastic/nylon/tarps) and chairs that are low-backed and low to the ground. Audience members may begin setting up at noon on the day of each screening.
From scrappy sidekicks and brave rescue dogs to pampered pups and loyal companions, dogs have a special place in our lives and in the movies. This summer, come stretch out on the grass and spend your Friday nights with some of the most beloved dogs on film. Pack a blanket, bring friends and enjoy the dog days of summer with these classic stories under the stars.
UCSB Arts & Lectures Miller McCune Executive Director Celesta M. Billeci has a question. “Are you ready for some puppy love, Santa Barbara? I’m delighted that this 16th season of summer cinema in the sunken garden celebrates all things canine, and I can’t wait to see all of you there. Please join me in tail-wagging gratitude for our loyal longtime sponsor, Montecito Bank & Trust, and give a rousing welcome to our new supporting sponsor, the Gainey Family Foundation.”
“As Montecito Bank & Trust celebrates our 50th Anniversary, we are thrilled to return as the Premiere Sponsor of the UCSB A&L Free Summer Film Series!” says MB&T’s Chairman and CEO Janet Garufis. “There’s something special about watching films under the stars – it captures the carefree spirit of the summer season. We’re proud to support an event that brings the community together to celebrate their furry companions and enjoy great films, good company and this year’s Dog Days of Summer lineup is sure to make these nights unforgettable!”
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Making this breadth of programming possible depends on philanthropy. “The educational programs are all free,” Bush says. “We couldn’t do them without support from the community.” Gifts beginning at $100 make donors members of A&L’s Circle of Friends, while gifts beginning at $2,500 offer additional benefits, including preferred seating and invitations to special events with visiting artists. Support at every level helps sustain both the public season and the education and community programs that extend its reach.
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