It is almost that time of year again. We have been invited to join the Newcomers again to help decorate the carriages for the Fiesta Parade. For those who have missed this event, but like live flowers, do plan to join in. It is fantastic fun. The Newcomer message is below. Please follow their directions for signing up for this event.

Graduates are invited to this annual event. 

Join us for the annual festivities- margaritas, flowers, food and fun!

When: Thursday, August 6th, 5:30 - 9:30 pm

Description: Come join us to help decorate wonderful vintage, horse-drawn carriages for the Old Spanish Days Parade. This will be the 15th year that the Newcomers club has contributed to the community in this way with a rewarding and fun evening. We will meet for margaritas and Mexican food and then we will break into teams guided by Newcomer decorating experts to work on flower arrangements for individual carriages. Refreshments, food and desserts will be available throughout the evening. We will be working outside, so come in casual attire, with comfortable shoes for working. A light jacket or sweater is prudent for later in the evening. Other recommendations: Bring plant clippers (marked with your name if you choose), gardening gloves, a hat or visor, a folding chair, a camera and photos of flower arrangements for ideas on color and style. Hope to see you all there! 

Reservations: Yes. Limited to 100. Also open to Graduates and guests.

Call or Email Beginning: Now 

RSVP Contact: Margaret Michaels by email or call her. Leave contact info for confirm.
Mail Check to: When confirmed, send check (payable to SB Newcomers) to: Laura Silberstein. Non-pay may result in cancellation.

Cost: $18 - includes Mexican food, dessert, drinks. 

Where: The Carriage House Museum, 129 Castillo Street, Santa Barbara

Directions: From the North - From North, exit 101 Fwy at Castillo, turn right (toward Ocean) to 129 Castillo. From South, exit 101 Fwy at Bath, merge onto Bath, turn left at Haley, turn left onto Castillo and drive to 129 Castillo. It is on the right of Pershing Park. Turn into the driveway just before the baseball diamond and park in that parking lot. Carriage Museum is all the way back of parking lot. Follow the Newcomer signs.