October Cultural Celebrations

Embracing the spirit of inclusivity, the City of Goleta recognizes the many October awareness days and campaigns throughout the month that promote the ideas of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Indigenous Peoples Day – Monday, Oct 9th

Indigenous Peoples’ Day honors and acknowledges the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Indigenous peoples around the world. This day serves as an opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations that can build toward a more equitable future. By taking the time to learn and understand their experiences, struggles, and triumphs we can amplify their voices and advocate for their rights.

Disability Employment Awareness Month

Disability Employment Awareness Month is an opportunity to shine a spotlight and recognize the talents, skills, and unique perspectives that disabled employees bring to the table. Let’s break down barriers, challenge stereotypes, and foster a culture of inclusivity in the workplace. Together, we can create a workplace that embraces diversity and empowers everyone to thrive.

Filipino American Heritage Month

Join us as we honor the rich culture, traditions, and contributions of the Filipino American community and appreciate the vibrant culture that has shaped our communities. Let’s take this opportunity to educate, inspire, and celebrate the achievements of our Filipino American heroes!

Italian American Heritage Month

It’s time to honor and explore Italian American Heritage Month! This month is a great opportunity to dive into the vibrant tapestry of the Italian American culture. Discover the captivating stories of resilience, passion, and success. From art and music to fashion and food, let’s celebrate the incredible contributions of Italian Americans and the rich impact on American society.

We hope you can join the city of Goleta in acknowledging and learning more about the different cultural and awareness observances every month as we work to foster a more inclusive Goleta for all.

Go Solar with No Upfront Cost

Attend October 11 Webinar to Learn More

The City of Goleta is partnering with Electriq Power to provide home solar and battery storage systems to Goleta residents at no upfront cost. Attend a virtual Lunch & Learn on Wednesday, October 11th at noon to learn more. Please pre-register at https://bit.ly/PoweredGoleta to reserve your spot and receive a link.

Through the program’s City-vetted Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), called the PoweredUp Network, all Goleta homeowners, regardless of means, will have access to a turnkey, distributed home energy solution that includes smart battery storage. By signing up with the PoweredUp Network, residents can protect themselves and their homes from rising utility rates while creating a more resilient local grid infrastructure, furthering the City of Goleta’s renewable energy goals.

Goleta is committed to improving and increasing access to renewable technologies within the community to advance energy resilience and reduce climate impacts. The City’s partnership with Electriq Power for PoweredUp Goleta supports equitable access to renewable, affordable and resilient energy, and further advances the City’s strategic energy and climate goals.

For more information, please visit www.poweredupnetwork.com.

Eleven Adopt-A-Park Spaces Available in Goleta

Watch Newly Released Promo to Find Out How to Get a Spot

The City of Goleta’s Adopt-A-Park program is taking off with many of its parks and open spaces adopted, but there is still time for you to get involved. There are eleven spots available now and ready for an individual or group to step up and adopt. To see the open locations, go to www.CityofGoleta.org/AdoptAPark. You can also watch our video explaining how to get involved:

Whether it is a place that you have a connection to or just a way to give back to your community, the commitment to adopting a park can be as much or as little time as fits into your schedule. You supply the time, and we supply the equipment.

Tasks will vary depending on the adopted location, but examples of duties that may be performed include:

  • Picking up trash
  • Sweeping walkways
  • Wiping down tables, benches and/or playground equipment
  • Occasional special projects

The City’s Adopt-A-Park coordinator Leonel Mendoza-Diaz said, “Some community members will spend an hour a week picking up trash along their walks, while others will gather with their neighbors or organizations they are affiliated with, for an hour or two once a month.”

In addition to providing a helping hand to your adopted location, you will also serve as an additional set of eyes to let the City know of any issues that need to be addressed.

Thanks to everyone who has participated in Adopt-A-Park since the program launched as a pilot project in December of 2019. Your time and effort go a long way in helping to keep Goleta’s parks and open spaces ready for everyone to enjoy.

If you are interested in learning more about the program, visit our webpage at https://cityofgoleta.org/adoptapark or email Leonel Mendoza-Diaz at lmendoza-diaz@cityofgoleta.org

Pictured top right: City of Goleta Adopt-A-Park Coordinator Leonel Mendoza-Diaz


Goleta Noontime Rotary volunteers at their Adopt-A-Park location – Jonny D. Wallis Neighborhood Park


Lake Los Carneros Adopt-A-Park volunteers from the Northside Optimist Club of Santa Barbara