UPCOMING EVENTS
The Santa Ynez Valley Foundation hosts this page as a centralized resource for community and nonprofit events. Please note that the Foundation is not responsible for organizing events unless explicitly stated. We disclaim any responsibility for event planning or execution unless otherwise noted.
For the most accurate event information, please contact the organizer or venue directly, as details may change without our knowledge.
To add an event to this page and the Community Events Calendar, please complete and submit this info.
Nature Track Foundation - Volunteers Needed
NatureTrack thrives because of our dedicated volunteers who inspire others to connect with the outdoors.
If you want to make a meaningful impact, learn something new, & join a welcoming community, we’d be thrilled to have you on our team!
NatureTrack has 100 outdoor field trips and 20+ Freedom Trax trips on the books this year — and we need your help connecting people of all ages and abilities to nature!
If you love the outdoors and want to:
• learn alongside students on field trips
• help people access beaches and trails with Freedom Trax
• be part of a supportive, mission-driven community
Join the NatureTrack volunteer community!
We offer trainings, learning opportunities, and get-togethers to connect with each other and the community.
Learn more + sign up: https://naturetrack.org/volunteer/
Let’s make nature accessible for all.
SYV Botanic Garden Guides - Volunteer!
Are you passionate about plants? Looking for an excuse to get outdoors this Spring?
Then being a volunteer Garden Guide is for you!
As warm weather sets in for Spring and Summer, we are looking for volunteer docents to help lead garden tours during the busier months of the year.
With opportunities to get involved in various areas of education, events, and many other ways, the garden could use your help to grow!
Join us on Saturdays to learn more about the garden and how you can get involved.
Join us: Jan 10. Jan 30, Feb 21 or Mar 14 from 10:30am - 12pm
Click the link to signup for trainings: https://forms.gle/2dAWeNkypMWVefbj6
https://santaynezvalleybotanicgarden.org/volunteer
SYV Botanic Garden, River View Park, 151 Sycamore Dr, Buellton
Valley Clean Team
We will meet at the intersection of Foxen Canyon Road and Alisos Road and move out in that vicinity. I will check the notorious dumping spots which exist about 1 mile past the entrance to Demetria Winery. If debris is still thrown in those spots, we will come back and get all of it.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
We will meet at the intersection of Foxen Canyon Road and Alisos Road and move out in that vicinity. I will check the notorious dumping spots which exist about 1 mile past the entrance to Demetria Winery. If debris is still thrown in those spots, we will come back and get all of it.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
We will meet at the intersection of Foxen Canyon Road and Alisos Road and move out in that vicinity. I will check the notorious dumping spots which exist about 1 mile past the entrance to Demetria Winery. If debris is still thrown in those spots, we will come back and get all of it.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
We will meet at the intersection of Foxen Canyon Road and Alisos Road and move out in that vicinity. I will check the notorious dumping spots which exist about 1 mile past the entrance to Demetria Winery. If debris is still thrown in those spots, we will come back and get all of it.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
We will meet at the intersection of Foxen Canyon Road and Alisos Road and move out in that vicinity. I will check the notorious dumping spots which exist about 1 mile past the entrance to Demetria Winery. If debris is still thrown in those spots, we will come back and get all of it.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
We will meet at the intersection of Foxen Canyon Road and Alisos Road and move out in that vicinity. I will check the notorious dumping spots which exist about 1 mile past the entrance to Demetria Winery. If debris is still thrown in those spots, we will come back and get all of it.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
We will meet at the intersection of Foxen Canyon Road and Alisos Road and move out in that vicinity. I will check the notorious dumping spots which exist about 1 mile past the entrance to Demetria Winery. If debris is still thrown in those spots, we will come back and get all of it.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
We will meet at 8:00 AM at the junction of Chalk Hill Road and Ballard Canyon Road.
That is a beautiful area and it needs some careful, detail-type work. We will go out in all directions.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
We will meet at the intersection of Foxen Canyon Road and Alisos Road and move out in that vicinity. I will check the notorious dumping spots which exist about 1 mile past the entrance to Demetria Winery. If debris is still thrown in those spots, we will come back and get all of it.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Chumash Nursery Volunteer Days
Join us for our first nursery volunteer day of the year! RSVP by next Wednesday.
Open to the Chumash Community and the general public.
Please wear appropriate work clothing and sun protection
RSVP: syceo@chumash.gov
Location: 4400 Baseline Rd, Santa Ynez
Pony Baseball Field Day
Help us get ready for the 2026 season!
Players, families and volunteers are all encouraged to come help!
What to bring:
Work Gloves
Hand Tools (Rakes, Shovels, Trimmers)
Water & Sunscreen
Willing Hands & Great Attitude!
Many hands make light work.
SYV Pony Fields located at Santa Ynez Elementary School/College School on Pine St in Santa Ynez
Valley Clean Team
This Saturday at 8:00 AM. We will meet on Armour Ranch Road just up the hill from the roundabout at the junction of 154 and 246.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Nature Track Foundation - Volunteers Needed
NatureTrack thrives because of our dedicated volunteers who inspire others to connect with the outdoors.
If you want to make a meaningful impact, learn something new, & join a welcoming community, we’d be thrilled to have you on our team!
Visit www.naturetrack.org/volunteer/ to learn more & sign up for your first trip.
Let’s make nature accessible for all.
Valley Clean Team
Let's meet at the Rotary on 154 and 246. We will start on Armour Ranch Road.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
Let's meet this coming Saturday at 8:00 AM (rain or shine) at the junction of Baseline and Happy Canyon Roads
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
This Saturday, we will meet at 8:00 AM on Alamo Pintado and Baseline. We will move out in all directions
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Wreaths Across America
This year, National Wreaths Across America Day will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Join the more than two million volunteers and supporters who will gather to Remember, Honor and Teach at more than 5,200 participating locations in all 50 states, at sea and abroad.
Ballard Cemetery - volunteers needed to place 929 wreaths on veteran’s graves.
On December 13, 2025 at 10:00 am (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony), Wreaths Across America will be at Oak Hill Cemetery Ballard, California to Remember and Honor our veterans through the laying of Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes and the act of saying the name of each and every veteran aloud.
The hope is to grow the program to include all the valley cemeteries in the future!
Volunteer with us as we honor our veterans throughout the year. From laying wreaths locally to leading a sponsorship group or coordinating a ceremony location, there are many ways to get involved!
Sponsor a veteran’s wreath in honor of or in memory of a loved one who served in our armed forces. Or, sponsor and allow us to designate a recipient among the millions of heroes who rest in honored glory.
https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/
Oak Hill Cemetery, 2560 Baseline, Ballard
Valley Clean Team
This Saturday at 8:00 AM we will meet where the Taco Stand has reappeared: the corner of Edison and Baseline.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Julefest Parade Volunteers Needed
Volunteers Needed!!!
Sign up to be a volunteer for this year’s parade “Nordic Noel” and get the best seat in the house!
10:00am - Mandatory Volunteer Meeting
11:00am - Parade Starts
Contact Solvang Parks & Rec for more info
Valley Clean Team
This Saturday we will meet at 8:00 AM at the junction of 154 and Foxen Canyon Road.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
Let's meet this Saturday at 8:00 AM on Armour Ranch Road next to the traffic circle at 154 and 246. The environs need a lot of work.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
Meet on Santa Rosa Rd near the cooling station - around 3900 mailbox
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
We will meet at 8:00 AM at the junction of Avenue of the Flags and Santa Rosa Road.
We will park just opposite the Vega Vineyard.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
Meet at the corner of Baseline and Mora Roads.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Wicked Wine Run - Volunteers Needed
Here is a fundraising opportunity at the upcoming Wicked Wine Run (5K/1K) November 1st at Babcock Winery.
This opportunity also includes a free booth space in our Festival among our sponsors.
We have $300 available for 6 volunteers age 16+ to assist with directing parking traffic alongside our
Wicked Wine Run staff on the event day from 8am-12:30p. More opportunities to fundraise may appear as race day approaches.
Volunteers receive refreshments, snacks, and a Wicked Wine Run wine glass to keep.
Volunteers age 21+ will receive free wine to enjoy at the event as well.
We will provide and collect a W9 and payment will be made promptly via your online donation portal or via check - your choice.
We have partnered with large and small organizations across the country. We’d love to help your fundraising goals while providing a great Wicked Wine Run race experience in Santa Barbara.
Please contact Jennifer Macari at volunteers@wickedwinerun.com if you're interested in this opportunity.
Valley Clean Team
Let's meet at 8:00 AM at the intersection of Alamo Pintado Road and Baseline.
We will meet along the fence line just before you get to the Presbyterian Church.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
this Saturday we will meet at 8:00 AM at the intersection of Foxen Canyon Road and Zaca Station Road.
There is ample parking space there, and we will radiate out in all three directions.
Let's see how much we can get done in that especially beautiful area.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
We will be meeting at 8:00 AM on Refugio Road just south (toward the mountains) of the traffic light at Route 246.
Let's try to get all of Refugio Road perfectly clean.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
This Saturday at 8:00 AM, we will meet to help Dennis and Jess keep
Route 246 from Skytt Mesa to the start of Buellton pristine.
Let's meet at the road leading up to Skytt Mesa and go as far as we can toward Buellton.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
Let's meet this Saturday to help Carol Gregory and her group. We will meet at a new time: 8:30 AM in the field next to the entrance to Mattie's Tavern.
We will be cleaning along 154 to the intersection with 101.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
This Saturday, we will meet at 8:00 AM at the entrance to the Nojoqui Falls State Park far along Alisal Road.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
This Saturday at 8:00 AM, we will meet for one hour at that large parking area on Edison Street and Baseline.
I am referring to the parking area which is very near Route 154 and just opposite the Farm Stand.
Let's see how much we can get done along Edison as it heads toward Santa Ynez Village. We will also tackle Baseline and adjacent roads.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
Saturday (at 8:00 AM or a little bit earlier) let's meet in Roblar in that parking area which is opposite the Vincent winery.
We will have plenty of options to pursue.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
Meet at the junction of Ballard Canyon Road and Via do Los Ranchos
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team - CANCELED
The very high temperatures have prompted John and myself to CANCEL this Saturday's meeting along Ballard Canyon Road.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com
Valley Clean Team
Let's continue along Upper Foxen Canyon Road this Saturday. We will meet at 8:00 AM on Foxen Canyon Road just opposite the entrance to the Demetria Winery.
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We meet every Saturday at different locations from 8am-9am.
Everyone is welcome!! We need more volunteers!
To get on the email list - contact William Connell wconnell@connellandersen.com