The American band 38 Special, whose signature brand of Southern rock spawned No. 1 hits and more than 20 million units sold, will bring their nationwide tour to the Santa Ynez Valley at 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 22, at the Chumash Casino Resort’s Samala Showroom.

The group, which was founded by neighborhood friends Don Barnes and Donnie Van Zandt in 1974, is best known for hits such as “Hold On Loosely” and “Caught Up in You,” and Barnes still leads 38 Special on 100-city tours four decades into their existence.

The band first got mainstream exposure in 1979 with its third studio album “Rockin’ into the Night.” The title track narrowly missed reaching Billboard’s Top 40, but 38 Special followed with two platinum-selling albums and one double-platinum to cement their rock ‘n’ roll legacy.

“Wild-Eyed Southern Boys,” 38 Special’s fourth album, featured “Hold On Loosely,” a song that would reach No. 3 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart while its music video received heavy airplay on MTV throughout 1981. It remains a staple of classic rock radio stations throughout the U.S.

Their next album, “Special Forces,” produced the band’s first No. 1 hit – “Caught Up in You,” which reached the top spot on the Mainstream Rock chart and cracked the Top 10 on Billboard’s Hot 100 in 1982.

“If I’d Been the One” became 38 Special’s second No. 1 hit on the Mainstream Rock chart in 1983, and “Second Chance” was the group’s final chart-topping single, earning the top spot on Billboard’s Adult Contemporary chart in 1989.

Barnes, the band’s vocalist, guitarist and lone original member, leads a 38 Special lineup featuring Bobby Capps (keyboardist), Gary Moffatt (drummer), Barry Dunaway (bassist) and Jerry Riggs (guitar).

Van Zandt stopped touring with the band in 2013 due to health issues and retired soon thereafter. Longtime bassist Larry Junstrom stopped touring in 2014 and died last month at the age of 70.

Tickets for the show are $29, $34, $39, $49 and $59. They are available at the casino and at www.chumashcasino.com.

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The Hammer Museum – 7:45 a.m. – 6 p.m. – Meet at Solvang Vets Hall to experience the diverse collection of historical and contemporary works. Hosted by the Elverhoj Museum. Cost is $43 per person, visit www.cityofsolvang.com to register.

SYHS Board Meeting – 4 – 6 p.m. in the SYHS Board Room. Visit www.syvuhsd.org for agendas and minutes.

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Live Museum and Trivia – 6 – 9 p.m. at Fig Mtn Brew in Los Olivos. Check out the rest of the schedule on our website www.FigMtnBrewLO.com.

Lindsey Stirling Warmer in the Winter Christmas Tour – 8 p.m. at the Arlington – she will bring back her successful holiday show featuring elaborate festive themes as well Stirling’s signature brand of dance routines and on-stage visuals. This year’s set list will feature an array of holiday classics including “I Wonder as I Wander,” “Santa Baby,” and “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy,” as well as some of Stirling’s original tracks. Visit www.axs.com/events/383256/lindsey-stirling-tickets for tickets.

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Jasper String Quartet – 7:30 – 9 p.m. at Santa Barbara Museum of Art – Winner of the prestigious CMA Cleveland Quartet Award, Philadelphia’s Jasper String Quartet is the Professional Quartet in Residence at Temple University’s Center for Gifted Young Musicians. Visit www.sbma.net for details.

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Free Nutrition and Diabetes Education – 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at SYV Cottage Hospital – What are Blue Zones? – Contact  Stacey Bailey directly at 805-694-2351.

38 Special – 8 p.m. at the Chumash Casino – Experience more than 4 decades of hits live, including “Hold On Loosely,” “Caught Up in You,” “Fantasy Girl” and “Second Chance.” Don’t miss a night with the “Wild-Eyed Southern Boys”. Tickets available at www.chumashcasino.com.

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Rummage Sale – 7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Bethania Lutheran Church 603 Atterdag Road Solvang – Come check out great home decor, goods and more at the Parish Hall.

Holiday Gift Market – 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Koehler Winery – Find a curated assortment of talented Central Coast makers, creators, artists, hobbyists, crafters, bakers, and the like, selling their original creations, unique wares, and beautiful designs. Full of Life Flatbread will be selling food and wine tastings available for purchase. Bring unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots. Preregister at www.valleywellnesscollective.com/event/koehler-winery-holiday-gift-market/.

Turkey Bingo – 6 – 10 p.m. at Solvang Veteran’s Hall – Doors open at 5 p.m. Cost is $10 adults, $6 for 13 and under and extra cards are $5. Proceeds benefit the Solvang Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization and Solvang Arts and Music.

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Turkey Drive – 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Figueroa Mountain Brew in Buellton – Autumn Wind Militia Raiders Booster Club annual turkey drive. Call Adrian de Luna at 805-325-3269.

Free Nutrition and Diabetes Education – 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at SYV Cottage Hospital – Holiday Eating Tips for Diabetics – Contact  Stacey Bailey directly at 805-694-2351.

Reindeer at the Zoo Arrive – Santa Barbara Zoo – Reindeer return to the Santa Barbara Zoo to celebrate the holidays. Winter-themed and holiday-related activities happening throughout the holiday season.  Visit www.sbzoo.org for details.

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Thanksgiving Day

Thanksgiving Pumpkin Day Smash – 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at SB Zoo – Animal lovers are encouraged to get the kids out of the house this Thanksgiving and come to the Zoo for a smashin’ good time! Watch as the elephants, gorillas, and other Zoo animals play and interact with pumpkins. Visit www.sbzoo.org for details.

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Turkey Trot – 10 – 11 a.m. at Sunny Fields Park – No winners, all ages welcome and proceeds go to the Salvation Army – All participants receive a shirt, register for $20 at www.cityofsolvang.com or call 805-688-PLAY.

Julefest Begins – All day in Solvang – The return of the popular Nisse Adventure Hunt, VIP Candlelight Tours, Tree Lighting ceremony (Dec. 6), plus a parade (Dec. 7), Santa visits, holiday lights tours, and Walk, Shop, Mingle, Jingle. Learn more at www.solvangjulefest.org.

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Saturday Morning Cartoons – 9 – 11 a.m. at Parks Plaza Theater in Buellton – Join the Central Coast Film Society for a fun morning of classic cartoons from Popeye the Sailor Man, Betty Boop and more! Tickets are available at www.centralcoastfilmsociety.org or at the door.

December

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The Chumash Casino Resort has announced that tickets are on sale for five upcoming shows – Big and Rich, The Fray, Chiquis Rivera, Three Dog Night, and Moscow Ballet’s “Great Russian Nutcracker.”

Chiquis Rivera, who is the eldest daughter of the late Latin star Jenni Rivera, has posted two No. 1 albums on the Regional Mexican chart and currently stars on her family’s reality TV show “The Riveras.” The singer makes her debut at the casino at 8 p.m. Friday, June 14. are $39, $44, $49, $59 and $69.

The Fray, the Grammy-nominated band that debuted in 2002 and scored with hits such as “Over My Head (Cable Car)” and “How to Save a Life,” will make their first appearance in the Samala Showroom at 8 p.m. Friday, July 19. Tickets are $69, $74, $79, $89 and $99.

Country music duo Big and Rich — singers and guitarists Big Kenny and John Rich — bring their “Peace Love and Happy Hour” tour to Santa Ynez in support of their latest album “Did it For the Party.” The multi-platinum recording artists and self-proclaimed “America’s Technicolor Cowboys” hit the stage at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23. Tickets are $69, $74, $79, $89 and $99.

Three Dog Night, which is celebrating five decades as a band, tallied three No. 1 hits with “Mama Told Me (Not to Come),” “Joy to the World” and “Black and White” amid a string of 21 consecutive Top 40 singles on the pop charts during the 1970s. The group will bring its North American tour to the casino at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1. Tickets are $29, $39, $49, $54 and $59.

The world-renowned Moscow Ballet returns to the Samala Showroom to perform its “Great Russian Nutcracker” at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8. Tickets are $29, $39, $49, $54 and $59.

Tickets for all events are available at the casino or at www.chumashcasino.com.

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