Welcome to the August 2026 edition of the Monarch Press featuring Goleta’s best Dam Dinner, Iced Coffee & Community, Goleta’s celebration of America 250, and an inside look at the small but mighty Goleta Valley Library Express. Plus, a popular local nail salon is recognized. Read on for back-to-school tips and how to beat the heat. We hope you can find a cool spot to get caught up on all that is happening in Goleta. Thanks for caring about being informed. Happy summer!

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Features to look for this time are:

• Goleta’s Dam Dinner – August 15
• Iced Coffee and Community – August 29th
• Goleta Celebrates America 250
• Public Safety Power Shutoff Reminders
• Beat the Heat – Stay Safe in Extreme Temperatures
• Stay Cool with the Splash Pad
• Plan Your Visit to Goleta Valley Library Express
• Summer Read-A-Palooza Finishes Strong
• Goleta Valley Library – August Programs
• Goleta Valley Library Donor Wall Artwork Unveiled
• You Talked, We Listened – Street Talk Update
• Pine Avenue & Ekwill Street Roundabout
• Join Our Team
• Ocean Nails & Spa Receives Business Recognition Award
• Grow Your Business with a Free Mentorship
• Back to School Preparedness
• Children’s Sight Month
• Free Child ID Kits
• Explore the County’s Emergency Operations Center
• Prepare for Wildfire Season Smoke Impacts
• Free Air Purifiers for Old Town Residents
• Coastal Cleanup Day – September 19
• Green Room: Pollutant of the Month, Copper
• Last Chance for Music at the Ranch
• Countdown to Goleta Lemon Festival
• Sign Ups Open for the Annual Lemon Run
• Peace Pole at Girsh Park

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Goleta's Dam Dinner


Iced Coffee & Community

Goleta Celebrates America 250


Public Safety Power Shutoff Reminders

Stay Cool with the Splash Pad