Goleta is turning 20, and the city is urging community members will mark their calendars to attend the celebration, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, March 5 at Rancho La Patera and Stow House, 304 N. Los Carneros Road. The event originally was scheduled for Feb. 5, but was postponed one month due to COVID-19 concerns.

The city of Goleta and Goleta Valley Historical Society are hosting the free community event and have a day of activities planned including:

Premiere of the “20 Year Reflections” video (popcorn provided)
Live music by the Salt Martians (Bluegrass) and The Nombres (Rock & Country)
Special performances throughout the day
Food and beverages for purchase
Birthday tributes and toast with dessert
20 Year limited edition city swag for sale
Community mural signing
Photo station
Train rides and tractor rides
Raffle prizes

This is a BYOC (Bring Your Own Chair) event.

Those who have questions or would like to be a part of the occasion can email Kelly Hoover, community relations manager, at khoover@cityofgoleta.org.

To be a part of the city’s actual birthday, join the Feb. 1 Goleta City Council meeting at 5:30 p.m. The mayor will read a proclamation recognizing the 20-year date of incorporation. View the proclamation live on Goleta TV channel 19 or visit www.CityofGoleta.org/GoletaMeetings.