The annual Goleta Dam Dinner, established in 2012, is a free community event featuring live music that will be held this year on August 19, 4-7 p.m. at the Lake Los Carneros dam. Bring your own food and beverage or purchase at the event that includes AR Catering, Dave’s Drip House, Creekside Restaurant & Bar, face painting and Dam Dinner t-shirts. This popular event is organized by the City of Goleta and the Goleta Valley Historical Society.