SOUNDS OF TEXAS: MARIACHI AZTLÁN FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS, RIO GRAND VALLEY Summary: U.S.’ most celebrated student mariachi, from the University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley 16 members playing traditional Mexican songs and mariachi classics Premiered the stage production…
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April 28 — Friends of Heritage Square to present ‘Oxnard in the roaring 20s: the new Hollywood’
OXNARD — Heritage Square is celebrating life in Oxnard in the 1920s this Spring. Come and find out why the Hollywood stars came to Oxnard and what life was like as we roared into the 1920s. SATURDAY, APRIL 28 HERITAGE SQUARE…
April 28 — Gallery Talk and Demonstration by Ventura Artist and Animator Ray Harris at the Santa Paula Art Museum
Saturday, April 28, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. at the Santa Paula Art Museum. Admission to the talk is included with regular museum admission, which is $4 for adults, $3 for seniors, and free for students and museum members. SANTA PAULA — On…
April 28 — Let’s Have a Ball at the 19th Annual Santa Barbara Heart Ball
SANTA BARBARA — The 19th annual Santa Barbara Heart Ball, a fundraiser supporting the American Heart Association, is set for Saturday, April 28, 2018. The Ball will kick off at 5:30 p.m. with a social hour and silent auction (items…
Through April 29 — From Marimba to Mariachi: ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! Announces New Season of Free Concerts
From Marimba to Mariachi: ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! Announces New Season of Free Concerts Summary Four groups representing diverse traditions, innovation and inspiration in Latino music and dance: Grandeza Mexicana Folk Ballet, La Cuneta Son Machin, Gaby Moreno, and…
April 29 — Mariachi Mestizo opens for Mariachi Aztlan in free concert at Majorie Luke Theatre
SANTA BARBARA — ¡Vive el Arte de Santa Bárbara! proudly presents Mariachi Juvenil Mestizo from Delano, CA, who will open for Mariachi Aztlán on Sunday, April 29, 7 pm, at The Marjorie Luke Theatre for the closing event of Viva’s 13th season. Directed by Juan Morales, Mariachi…
Through April 30 — Channel Islands Maritime Museum to present Oxnard Union High School District Art Exhibit
OXNARD — Continuing a tradition that is now in its 28th year, the Channel Islands Maritime Museum is proud to celebrate its long history hosting The Oxnard Union High School District Art Exhibit. Celebrate the creative talent on display, original works…
Ventura Visitors & Convention Bureau update for March 1
Click here for the entire e-newsletter The World’s Top Cyclists are Coming to Ventura! ??The Amgen Tour of California is America’s largest cycling race bringing together the world’s top professional cycling teams to compete along a demanding course that traverses…
Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara update for March 1
Click here for the entire e-newsletter UPCOMING EVENTS EXHIBITIONS ON VIEW Cecily Brown: Rehearsal On view January 28 – June 3, 2018 MCASB Main Space Cecily Brown: Rehearsal, curated by Claire Gilman, Senior Curator at The Drawing Center, is the…
Through March 31 — A traditional and gender-swapped version of an Oscar Wilde classic on stage at CSUCI
CAMARILLO — More than the truth will be bent in the CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) interpretation of “The Importance of Being Earnest,” set to go onstage at 8 p.m. in Malibu Hall on March 29, 30 and 31 with a 2 p.m. matinee on…
Through March 31 — Friends and family invited to ‘hop’ over to The Collection at RiverPark for bunny photos and fun
OXNARD — Hop on the bunny trail and celebrate the arrival of spring by hunting for golden eggs, taking photos with the bunny and other happenings at The Collection at RiverPark. Through March 31, guests of all ages are invited…
March 31 — Free Family Spring Fling at the Museum of Ventura County
VENTURA COUNTY — Hop into Spring with a fun community celebration, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., March 31, as the Museum of Ventura County hosts free family activities on the Museum Plaza in conjunction with the City of Ventura egg…
Marjorie Luke Theatre update for Feb. 27
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Upcoming Events Puppet Palooza Santa Barbara! The Muppets Take Santa Barbara Friday, March 2nd 6:30pm Puppetpaloozasb presents The Muppets—and the remarkable performers who bring them to life—will enthrall audiences with an evening of story-telling, interviews,…
Carnegie Art Museum update for Feb. 27
Click here for the entire e-newsletter UPCOMING EXHIBITION March 11 – May 27, 2018 Black & White & In Between: Contemporary Art from the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation This exhibition features works by artists who have explored the formal,…
Carnegie Art Museum update for Feb. 22
Click here for the entire e-newsletter CAM STUDIO GALLERY Guest Studio Artists in Residency Hours: Dominga Opazo – 11am – 3 pm Thurs- Sat Brian Paumier– noon – 5 pm Saturdays Jaime Bailon- 1-5 pm Sundays CAM Studio is located at…
Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation Spring Grant Cycle Letter of Interest Deadline February 28
Monetary awards will be distributed to Santa Barbara County performing arts programs as part of the Bowl’s Spring 2018 Education Outreach Grant Program. SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Bowl Education Outreach Committee is now accepting Letters of Interest for the Spring 2018…
Museum of Ventura County update for Feb. 19
Major funding for these programs is made possible in part by the City of San Buenaventura and the County of Ventura. Figure Drawing Join the Museum’s Resident Artist Ryan Carr for the next scheduled figure drawing session at 6 p.m., February 20, at Leashless Brewing, 585…
Santa Barbara Museum of Art update for Feb. 14
Santa Barbara Museum of Art 1130 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA. Open Tuesday-Sunday 11 am – 5 pm, Free Thursday Evening 5 – 8 pm 805.963.4364 www.sbma.net ½ Price Admission starting March 1 Exhibitions On View Harold Edgerton, Bullet Through…
Museum of Ventura County update for Feb. 9
Major funding for these programs is made possible in part by the City of San Buenaventura and the County of Ventura. Speaking Of Ventura County Renowned photographer, and Ventura native, Neal Barr will be the featured speaker at the next “Speaking Of Ventura County“ speaker series, Tuesday,February 13, 1:00…
Ventura Visitors & Convention Bureau update for Feb. 2
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Build your own Ventura itinerary in minutes!Visit Ventura is excited to announce a new tool that makes travel planning easy, enjoyable and personal by combining artificial intelligence with local expertise to build travel…
Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara update for Feb. 1
Click here for entire e-newsletter UPCOMING EVENTS EXHIBITIONS ON VIEW Cecily Brown: Rehearsal On view January 28 – June 3, 2018 MCASB Main Space Cecily Brown: Rehearsal, curated by Claire Gilman, Senior Curator at The Drawing Center, is the artist’s…
Feb. 8 — Reservation deadline approaching for Feb. 13 World Affairs Council to present ‘The Lessons of Versalles: June 28, 1919 and 2019’
OXNARD — The World Affairs Council will present the program “The Lessons of Versalles: June 28, 1919 and 2019” at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13 at the Courtyard Marriott Oxnard, 600 E. Esplanade Drive, Oxnard. The registration deadline is Feb. 8.…
Feb. 9 — ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! presenting Grupo Bella in Free Family Concert
Presented by ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! Saturday, February 9, 7:00 pm, FREE Guadalupe City Hall, 918 Obispo Street, Guadalupe Doors open at 6:30pm. Reception follows concert. More info: facebook.com/vivaelartesb Coming to Santa Barbara County February 8 – 10,…
Feb. 9 — Friendship Center’s 20th Annual Festival of Hearts
SANTA BARBARA — Saturday, February 9, 2019, 11:30am to 2:30pm at Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, 633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara. Join Friendship Center for our 20th Annual Festival of Hearts… emerald is the 20th anniversary gem, so the…
Through Feb. 10 — SBMA to present ‘Paths of Gold: Japanese Landscape and Narrative Paintings from the Collection’
SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Museum of Art will present “Paths of Gold: Japanese Landscape and Narrative Paintings from the Collection” on view through Feb. 10 at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art, 1140 State St., Santa Barbara. This exhibition examines the aesthetics of…
Feb. 10 — Santa Barbara Museum of Art to present ‘Studio Sunday’
SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Museum of Art will present “Studio Sunday, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10. Visitors of all ages are welcome to participate in this free, hands-on workshop with SBMA Teaching Artists in the Museum’s Family Resource Center.…
Feb. 10 — ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! presenting Grupo Bella in Free Family Concert
Presented by ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! Sunday, February 10, 7:00 pm, FREE Marjorie Luke Theatre, 721 E. Cota St, Santa Barbara Doors open at 6:30pm. Reception follows concert. More info: facebook.com/vivaelartesb Coming to Santa Barbara County February 8…
Feb. 10 — Oceanview Pavilion presents LIVE Championship Wrestling from Hollywood
PORT HUENEME — On February 10th, Championship Wrestling from Hollywood returns to the Oceanview Pavilion, 575 E. Surfside Drive, Port Hueneme, with a pair of championship dream matches, as well as the last PP3 Cup match before the finals! Royce Isaacs will be…
Feb. 10 — Musicians from five local high schools will join forces for a performance in Santa Maria
SANTA MARIA — Top musicians from five local high schools will join forces for a performance on Sunday, Feb. 10 at the Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Center, Pioneer Valley High School, 675 Panterh Drive, Santa Maria. The SMJUHSD Honor Band…
Feb. 10 — Santa Barbara Museum of Art to present ‘Art Kitchen/Science Studio: Edible Flowers’
SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Museum of Art will present “Art Kitchen/Science Studio: Edible Flowers.” Session I: 2 – 3 pm Session II: 3:30 – 4:30 pm In Art Kitchen/Science Studio, Teaching Artists use works of art from the Museum’s…
March 3 — Studio Channel Islands presents Collector’s Choice Exhibition Reception
CAMARILLO — Join Studio Channel Islands for our Collector’s Choice 2018 reception, 4-6 p.m., March 3, for our annual spring fundraising spectacular. It returns for the fourth year with another chance to get your hands on a masterpiece while supporting Studio…
March 6 — Compañía Nacional de Danza to perform at Granada Theatre
SANTA BARBARA — Compañía Nacional de Danza to perform from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 6 at the Granada Theatre, 1214 State St., Santa Barbara. Founded in 1979, Madrid’s Compañía Nacional de Danza returns to Santa Barbara with a work…
March 8 — CSUCI celebration of women centers on ‘my life, my culture, my dreams’
CAMARILLO — CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI)’s third annual “La Mujer” campus program will be a mosaic of visual, spoken and written stories about Latinas. Open to the public, “Celebrating la Mujer: My life, my culture, my dreams” will be Thursday, March 8 from 9…
March 9 — Latin Grammy Winner Gaby Moreno in Free Family Concert
Presented by ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! Friday, March 9, 7:00 pm, FREE Isla Vista School, 6875 El Colegio Road, Isla Vista Doors open at 6:30 pm. Reception follows concert. More info: facebook.com/vivaelartesb Latin Grammy-winner Gaby Moreno performs with her trio…
March 9 — Acuna Arts Collective to present ‘Feria de los Libros en Oxnard’
OXNARD — The Acuna Arts Collective will present “Feria de los Libros en Oxnard” from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 9 at 445 S. B St., Oxnard (The former Social Security Building across from the Plaza Cinemas 14 in downtown, Oxnard.…
March 10 — Latin Grammy Winner Gaby Moreno in Free Family Concert
Saturday, March 10, 7:00 pm, FREE Guadalupe City Hall, 918 Obispo Street, Guadalupe Presented by ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! Doors open at 6:30 pm. Reception follows concert. More info: facebook.com/vivaelartesb Latin Grammy-winner Gaby Moreno performs with her trio in free…
March 10 — Modotti and Weston reading at El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park’s Alhecama Theatre
SANTA BARBARA — MODOTTI AND WESTON is the story of politically passionate people inter-twining with magnetic artists who were all candid about their belief in Communism and often liberal in their sexual pursuits. This professional reading, focused on the rather…
March 10 — Allan Hancock Concert Band to perform Pops Concert in Santa Maria
SANTA MARIA — The Allan Hancock College Concert Band will perform a Spring Pops Concert on Saturday evening, March 10th, 2018 at 7:30 PM. The concert will feature an eclectic mix of musical selections including: The Star Spangled Banner, Danzon, George Gershwin, Selections from…
Through March 15 — Sculptures inspired by the wind and paintings of our shared humanity included in CSUCI March art shows
CAMARILLO — Through the millennia, the ocean winds of Santa Rosa Island have sculpted the cliffs, shaped the flora and scattered the driftwood that defines the topography. In the third installment of an art project called “Santa Rosa Island,” CSU Channel…
March 18 — Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley Hosts the 15th Annual Superstars of the Year Celebration
THOUSAND OAKS — The community is invited to attend one of the signature events for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley – The Annual Superstars of the Year Celebration’. This event is open to all ages and recognizes…
Hasta 18 de marzo — Teatro de las Américas ‘Orínoco’
OXNARD — Teatro de las Américas y Oxnard College presentan “Orínoco”, de Emilio Carballido, bajo la dirección de James Donlon y la actuación estelar de Alina Ceñal y Rosie Rodriguez. Cuándo Viernes 9, y 16 marzo, 2018, a las 8pm Sábado…
March 21 — Channel Islands Maritime Museum to present the History and Evolution of the Nuclear Submarine by Warren Haussler
OXNARD — The Channel Islands Maritime Museum in the Channel Islands Harbor presents the History and Evolution of the Nuclear Submarine by Warren Haussler for their Speaker Series this month. Wednesday March 21, 2018, 6:30-8:00PM. His talk will cover submarine…
March 22 — MUNCH at the Museum of Ventura County
VENTURA — Grab a lunch and head on over to the Museum every Thursday between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. for music by local talent. Join us March 22 for music by Warren Takahashi. Feel free to tip the musicians! For…
Through March 23 — La Hija de Jardineros / The Gardeners’ Daughter Alexandra “Lexx” Valdez at the UCSB Multicultural Center
Opening reception on Jan. 16 SANTA BARBARA — La Hija de Jardineros / The Gardeners’ Daughter Alexandra “Lexx” Valdez exhibit will be presented through March 23 at the UCSB Multicultural Center, MCC Lounge. The opening reception will be held at 6 p.m.…
Through March 25 — Channel Islands Maritime Museum in the Channel Islands Harbor presents ‘Water Works’
OXNARD — The Channel Islands Maritime Museum in the Channel Islands Harbor presents “Water Works” by expedition artist Danielle Eubank, through March 25th, 2018. An opening reception is planned for Thursday, January 11th, 2018, 6-8PM. Events are FREE with Membership or Museum…
March 29 — MUNCH at the Museum of Ventura County
VENTURA — Grab a lunch and head on over to the Museum every Thursday between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. for music by local talent. Join us March 29 for music by jazz trio John Bardi, William Holden and Patrick Martin.…
Carnegie Art Museum update for Jan. 31
Click here for the entire e-newsletter ARTIST’S GALLERY TALK Ricardo Palavecino Thursday, February 1 6 pm $5 / members free reservations appreciated 805-385-8258 BUILDING BLOCKS OF ART These art exploration classes help kids explore the tools artists use to build…
Museum of Ventura County update for Jan. 26
Major funding for these programs is made possible in part by the City of San Buenaventura and the County of Ventura. Grab a lunch and head on over to the Museum every Thursday between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. for music by local talent.…
El Concilio Family Services announces 2018 Latino Leadership Award Winners
Awards ceremony to be held April 6 at Oxnard Performing Arts Center OXNARD — El Concilio Family Services has announced the 2018 Latino Leadership Awards Winners — Dr. Tiffany Morse, René Corado, Rick Torres, Consuelo Camberos, Leticia H. Cazares, M.S.; Lilian Bello,…
Marjorie Luke Theatre update for Jan. 25
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Upcoming Events Earthwalk Friday, February 2 7pm & 9pm Walker Creations presents the epic film adventure of the Walker Brother’s incredible 14-month, 5,000-mile trek by foot and paddle from Alaska to Mexico. Featuring…
Museum of Ventura County update for Jan. 18
Major funding for these programs is made possible in part by the City of San Buenaventura and the County of Ventura. Thank You to Union Bank for a Wonderful Evening Over 350 people attended the opening reception of the new Neal Barr…
Carnegie Art Museum update for Jan. 17
Click here for the entire e-newsletter ART SALE FUNDRAISER If you haven’t seen the new additions to the Cellar Gallery Art Sale… ends February 18th! Don’t miss this opportunity to add an small masterpiece to your collection. Enjoy the…
Museum of Ventura County update for Jan. 11
Major funding for these programs is made possible in part by the City of San Buenaventura and the County of Ventura. An Evening with Neal Barr We’re rolling out the red carpet for an evening of high-fashion fun and everyone is invited!…
Carnegie Art Museum update for Jan. 10
Click here for the entire e-newsletter 2018 Going Forward The Museum hopes all its visitors, students, and members will surpass the recent fire and flood emergencies to face a bright New Year. Art can ease feelings, be a vacation…
Marjorie Luke Theatre update for Jan. 10
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Happy New Year! The Luke Theatre is still in the holiday spirit as we have 3 rescheduled events this month due to the Thomas Fire. Please come support our local performing arts groups and…
Museum of Ventura County update for Jan. 6
Major funding for these programs is made possible in part by the City of San Buenaventura and the County of Ventura. Pop-up Exhibit: Seeking Safety During the Thomas Fire, the Milligan home in Santa Barbara was evacuated and their art collection was brought…
City of Oxnard Cultural and Community Services update for Jan. 5
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Oxnard’s’ Successor Agency Continued Boondoggle or Fiduciary Leadership in 2018
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Santa Paula Art Museum update for Jan. 2
Click here for the entire e-newsletter “Misty Morning” by Katie Fagan, acrylic, Collection of the artist © Katie Fagan. Featured in the Museum’s current Art About Agriculture exhibition. Free First Sunday Sunday, January 7, 2018, 12pm to 4pm Admission to the…
January — Art Trek announces upcoming events
NEWBURY PARK — Art Trek, at 703 Rancho Conejo Blvd. Newbury Park, will present the following events: Paint Night for Teens Ages 13-19 Thursday, January 10 6:00p-8:30p $10 Per Teen Art Trek, 703 Rancho Conejo Blvd. Newbury Park, CA 91320 Register Online at…
Jan. 31 — Academy Award nominee Spike Lee to sign ‘Do The Right Thing book at SBMA’s Museum Store
SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Museum of Art Store is honored to host legendary film director, Mr. Spike Lee, for a book signing this Thursday, January 31 at 6 pm. Spike will be signing copies of his book Do…
Jan. 31 — OC LIVE to present CENTRAL4 Plays Brahms
OXNARD — OC LIVE to present CENTRAL4 Plays Brahms, Thursday, January 31 @ 6pm in the Performing Arts Building Let’s get classical! Members of piano quartet CENTRAL4 bring the beautiful C Major Piano Trio by Johannes Brahms to the OC LIVE…
Through Jan. 31 — Vexed: The East L.A. Chicanx Punk Scene
SANTA BARBARA — Sal Guerena, UCSB Library Special Research Collections Exhibit/MCC Lounge: Through Jan 31st In the mid-1970s, Chicanx youth in East LA began adopting the DIY punk aesthetic. They expressed their anger and feelings of marginalization through a frenzied musical…
Feb. 1 — Las Cafeteras Bring it Home. Oxnard/Ventura Natives Headline their First 805 Concert, Work to Move the Arts Forward in VC
OXNARD — As part of its 50th anniversary season, The PACC is excited to present Las Cafeteras in concert with special guests The Villalobos Brothers on February 1, 2019 starting at 7PM. Las Cafeteras remix roots music and tell modern…
Feb. 2 — America’s Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College Welcomes the Community to Celebrate Ira the Lion’s Fifth Birthday
MOORPARK — America’s Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College welcomes the community to join a birthday celebration this Saturday, Feb. 2, for Ira the lion as he marks his fifth birthday. The day of festivities will begin with a behind-the-scenes look at…