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Bill to Extend Solar Thermal Program Signed by Governor Brown
Law Will Incentivize Solar Energy to Reduce Natural Gas Use SACRAMENTO — Governor Brown signed AB 797 (Irwin) into law yesterday afternoon. The bill previously passed the Assembly by a bipartisan vote of 45-19 and the Senate with a bipartisan 30-10…
Marjorie Luke Theatre update for Oct. 5
Click here for the entire e-newsletter October Upcoming Events ‘It’s Only Rock and Roll’ Alpha Resource Center Annual Fundraiser Saturday, October 7th, 2pm Alpha Resource Center presents this rock opera full of Alpha antics and tomfoolery style! It’s summertime…
Graduate Division series beginning Oct. 10 aims to promote campus conversations around diversity
By Andrea Estrada • UCSB Diversity matters. It plays a key role in all university endeavors, and a series of multilevel programming organized by the Graduate Division is designed to emphasize just that. “The goal of the Diversity Matters programming is to…
Ventura College Foundation Launches Veterans Promise Program
VENTURA — In an effort to improve the college-going rate among veterans and active duty military in Ventura County, the Ventura College Foundation is helping Ventura College students who are U.S. veteran and U.S. active duty military offset the cost…
Museum welcomes packed house for ‘The Lone Woman of San Nicolas Island’ film premiere
SANTA BARBARA — ‘The Lone Woman of San Nicolas Island’ documentary premiered in front of a sold-out crowd at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History on Monday, October 2nd. After the screening, the audience had the opportunity to hear…
CenCal Health Recognizes Local Health Center Partners During National Health Center Week
CENTRAL COAST — In an effort to raise awareness about the numerous services available to people in need through health centers, CenCal Health joined organizations across the nation in recognizing the many services America’s health centers have provided over the last…
Guest commentary — Valley Fever in SLO County: What You Need to Know
The fungus that causes Valley Fever is here in SLO County soil. You can take action to say healthy By the the County of San Luis Obispo Department of Public Health Spending time outdoors in dusty areas may increase your exposure…
Hospice of Santa Barbara Offers Tips on Talking to Children about Tragedies like the Las Vegas Mass Shooting
SANTA BARBARA — In the wake of the Las Vegas mass shooting on Sunday night, Hospice of Santa Barbara believes that the most important service they could provide locally is to provide guidance about how parents and teachers can speak to…
Pre-applications for 70 Apartments at Casas De Los Carneros Apartments Affordable Housing Now Being Accepted by Peoples’ Self-Help Housing
GOLETA — As Peoples’ Self-Help Housing continues to work on the Casas De Los Carneros Apartments multi-family housing development, time for prospective renters to apply for a spot in one of the site’s one, two, and three-bedroom apartments is fast-approaching. Scheduled…
San Miguel Families Receive Keys to New Homes Built Through Peoples’ Self-Help Housing Home Ownership Program
SAN MIGUEL — After 14 months of hard work, the big day finally arrived for eight San Miguel families with dreams of home ownership. Thanks to Peoples’ Self-Help Housing’s (PSHH) Owner Builder Program, and a lot of elbow grease, eight…
Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara update for Oct. 4
Click here for the entire e-newsletter EXHIBITION ON VIEW Guatemala from 33,000 km: Contemporary Art, 1960 – Present On view September 17 – December 17, 2017 MCASB, 653 Paseo Nuevo, Upper Arts Terrace, Santa Barbara Community Arts Workshop, 631 Garden…
CSUCI art shows include hybrid humans, an evolving Ventura Avenue and cultural fusion on display
CAMARILLO — Three new exhibits celebrating undergraduate and recently-graduated Art students are on display in Napa Hall at CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) from now through Oct. 25. The reception for “Fusion,” “Creatures Unveiled” and “Mi casa es su casa,” a room-sized work by…
CSUCI Police Department to participate in national ‘Pink Patch Project’
CAMARILLO — The CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) Police Department is one of the first law enforcement agencies in Ventura County to participate in the nationwide Pink Patch Project (PPP). The CSUCI officers have joined some of the CSU sister campuses and about 200…
City of Oxnard Cultural and Community Services update for Oct. 3
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Heroes of Hospice of Santa Barbara Honored at Awards Luncheon
SANTA BARBARA — Hospice of Santa Barbara was pleased to recognize and celebrate the heroes in our community last Wednesday at its “Jewels by the Sea” luncheon and awards ceremony, held at the Four Seasons Biltmore, Coral Casino. As part of…
California Members of Congress Urge Governor to Sign Jackson Title IX Bill
SACRAMENTO – Thirty members of California’s Congressional Delegation have issued a letter urging Governor Brown to sign Senate Bill 169, a bill authored by State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) that would codify federal Title IX civil rights protections in state law.…
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley Announce New Chief Executive Officer
AGOURA — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley is pleased to announce the appointment of their new CEO, Dr. Crystal N?one. Before joining the Boys & Girls Clubs, Dr. N?one served as the Chief Executive Officer of…
Museum of Ventura County update for Oct. 2
Major funding for these programs is made possible in part by the City of San Buenaventura and the County of Ventura. Meet Featured Artist Hiroko Yoshimoto at ArtWalk Ventura October 7-8 ?The Museum of Ventura County will be participating in the 24th annual ArtWalk Ventura, with…
Next OC LIVE event on ‘Social Science Speaks’ to be held on Nov. 8 at Oxnard College
OXNARD — Please join us for our next OC LIVE event SOCIAL SCIENCE SPEAKS this WED. Nov 8th from 12:30-1:45 in the Performing Arts building. This event will feature OC Faculty in the Social Science department who will explore the current U.S. and global political landscape. There will also…
Nov. 3 — La Santa Cecilia’s Día de los Muertos Tour arrives at UCSB
SANTA BARBARA — La Santa Cecilia to perform from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3 at UCSB’s Campbell Hall. Click here for tickets and more information. “La Santa Cecilia spreads joy every time its members plug in to do a…
Nov. 3 — Santa Barbara Museum of Art to present Free Musical Conversation with Camilo Lara, Ceci Bastida of Mexrrissey
SANTA BARBARA — A curated conversation about the songs that shaped the lives of musical artist Camilo Lara and singer-songwriter Ceci Bastida of Mexrrissey from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3 at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Mary Craig Auditorium, 1130 State…
Nov. 4 — Vietnam Veterans Lunch with Medal of Honor Recipient, Colonel Jack Jacobs
SANTA BARBARA — Many, including Veterans of the Vietnam War, will find this an exceptional opportunity to meet this highly-decorated veteran. Join us to share our stories and enjoy lunch at the Elks Club. This event is co-sponsored by VVA…
Nov. 4 — Bilingual report: CSU Channel Islands to present 9th annual Science Carnival in Oxnard
OXNARD — CSU Channel Islands will present its 9th annual Science Carnival from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4 at Rio Vista Middle School, 3050 Thames River Drive, Oxnard. The Science Carnival is FREE to the public! Kids in kindergarten through…
Nov. 4 — Allan Hancock Concert Band to present Pops Concert
SANTA MARIA – The Allan Hancock College Concert Band will perform their annual Fall Pops Concert on Saturday evening, November 4th, 2017 at 7:30 PM. CONCERT DETAILS: WHO: HANCOCK COLLEGE CONCERT BAND WHAT: A Pops Concert by a college band that features…
Through Nov. 5 — Carnegie Art Museum to present ‘Fiesta Noche de Recuerdos Altar’
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Don’t miss participating in the community altar honoring Jackson Wheeler – Create a Nicho! Jackson has left an imprint in the memory of all those who knew him and for that reason we…
Nov. 5 — Zocalo: Dia de los Muertos Features Art, Music and Poetry
Colorful community celebration offers free fun for all ages VENTURA — The community is invited to a traditional celebration of Dia de Los Muertos as created by four Ventura County artists in the spirit of the zocalo, or “village square,” complete with…
Nov. 6 — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County’s (BBSVC) ninth-annual Bags, Bling & Bubbly champagne luncheon
CAMARILLO — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County’s (BBSVC) much-anticipated, ninth-annual Bags, Bling & Bubbly champagne luncheon will return to Las Posas Country Club in Camarillo on Monday, November 6th. The stylish event, benefitting BBSVC, begins at 11:00 AM with an amazing…
Through Nov. 7 — Award-Winning Local Historian and Author Erin Graffy at SBCC School of Extended Learning: ‘After the Fall: A Cultural History of Postwar Vietnam’
SANTA BARBARA — It’s a period that’s been explored in many ways and mediums, most recently in Ken Burns’ documentary series “The Vietnam War.” However, the country’s postwar history is rarely explored. Now Santa Barbara will have a chance to…
Nov. 7 — Central City Swing Big Band Jazz Fall Concert in Orcutt
ORCUTT — The Central City Swing Band will perform their annual Fall Concert on Tuesday evening, November 7th, 2017 at 7:30PM. The concert will feature music arranged in a traditional or vintage swing style as well as arrangements in a modern jazz style.…
Nov. 7 — Best Practices in Customer Service – SBCC Career Skills Institute
SANTA BARBARA — This course teaches students how to apply strategies that will retain your valuable customer base and earn repeat business. Students will learn how to resolve complaints, manage verbal and nonverbal communication, and the steps for defusing angry…
Nov. 8 — Blue Gold: World Water Wars Free Film Screening
SANTA BARBARA — Come out for a free screening of the powerful documentary “Blue Gold: World Water Wars.” Arrive at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8 to hear local and state water experts frame the evening’s event while enjoying light snacks…
Nov. 8 — CSUCI to hold one-day conference on 100-year anniversary of the Russian Revolution
CAMARILLO — A CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) History Lecturer who spent a year teaching in Omsk, Russia, is coordinating a one-day mini-conference on the revolution that launched Communist Russia 100 years ago in October. The conference will run from 9 a.m. to 4…
Through Nov. 10 — Tuition Assistance Application Period Opens for SBCC School of Extended Learning Spring Semester
SANTA BARBARA — To help as many people as possible take fee-based classes, SBCC’s School of Extended Learning is opening its Tuition Assistance Awards application period through Nov.10 for the Spring Semester. Students with limited resources can apply for $125 tuition…
Nov. 10 — United Way of Santa Barbara County’s Young Leaders Society Presents the 8th Annual United We Bowl
SANTA BARBARA — Join United Way of Santa Barbara County (UWSBC) by heading down to the lanes Nov. 10 for the Young Leaders Society’s (YLS) 8th Annual “United We Bowl” fundraiser to have fun bowling in kooky costumes in support…
Nov. 10 — Young Leaders Society Presents “United We Bowl”
SANTA BARBARA — Join United Way of Santa Barbara County for a fun-filled night with costumes and raffle prizes at the Young Leaders Society’s 8th Annual “United We Bowl” event. The bowl-a-thon will raise funds for the Young Leaders Society’s…
Nov. 10 — Granada Theatre’s Movies That Matter – ‘Thank You for Your Service’
SANTA BARBARA — The Granada Theatre will be showcasing the documentary “Thank You for Your Service,” a nationally-acclaimed documentary, co-directed by Santa Barbara’s own local veteran, William T. Rodriquez. This documentary takes aim at the failed mental health policies within…
Nov. 11 — Four Central Coast Tribes Come Together to Host “Supak’a: Sharing Chumash Culture” at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
SANTA BARBARA — On November 11, 2017, four local Chumash tribes will come together to host a day of traditional Chumash activities and educational opportunities for their communities and the public to enjoy. This event serves to celebrate Chumash culture, showcase…
Nov. 11 — Veterans Day Ceremony
SANTA BARBARA — Come honor America’s veterans by joining the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1649 and Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation for a moving ceremony at the Santa Barbara Cemetery. A keynote speaker and special appearance by the Santa Barbara…
Nov. 11 — Oceanview Pavilion Proudly Presents a FREE Veterans Day Concert
PORT HUENEME — The Oceanview Pavilion will present a FREE Veterans Day Concert at 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11 at 575 E. Surfside Drive, Port Hueneme. The event features the California Air National Guard Bands Alumni Concert. Free Admission and free parking…
Nov. 12 — Patriot Parachute Team Skydive Performance
SANTA BARBARA — Follow the parade down State Street to the Veterans Memorial Building to watch in awe as skydiving members of the Patriot Parachute Team – a team of Active Duty SEALS and retired SEALS – perform in the…
Nov. 12 — 5th Annual Salute to Vets
SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Veterans Foundation and Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation present an afternoon with live music, food, military vehicles on display, local beer and wine vendors, prizes and much more. Steve McPeters Band and Phantom Pomps will…
Nov. 12 — Santa Barbara Veterans Parade
SANTA BARBARA — This star-spangled event will include a mix of entertainment and heartfelt military tributes, complete with WWII vehicles and re-enactors, representation from all branches of the military, a Huey helicopter, and historic military aircraft flyovers. Come show your…
Nov. 14 — Ventura County Community Development Corporation hosts free credit & budgeting for the holidays workshop
VENTURA COUNTY — With over 54% of consumers using some type of credit and/or loan to finance their holiday expenses it’s easy to see how consumers can get wrapped up in holiday debt. Ventura County Community Development Corporation (VCCDC) hopes to…
Nov. 15 — Author/filmmaker/playwright David E. Talbert discusses diversity in television, theatre and film at CSUCI
CAMARILLO — Prolific filmmaker, playwright, author David E. Talbert will discuss diversity on the stage and screen Wednesday, Nov. 15 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at CSU Channel Islands’ (CSUCI) Grand Salon. “Reflections of Diversity in Theatre, Television and Film” will be…
Nov. 15 — Journalist Noor Tagouri to Speak at SBCC’s Dorantes Memorial Lecture
SANTA BARBARA — Santa Barbara City College presents Noor Tagouri, Journalist and Founder of #LetNoorShine Campaign at its 27th annual Leonardo Dorantes Memorial Lecture on Wednesday, November 15th. The free lecture will be held at the Garvin Theatre on SBCC’s West…
Nov. 16 — Emmy Award-winning filmmaker from Ventura screens her documentary on Third World women’s health care at CSUCI
CAMARILLO — An Emmy Award-winning filmmaker raised in Ventura will discuss her documentary, “Heroines of Health” after a screening on Thursday, Nov. 16 from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. in Ojai Hall 1986 on the CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) campus. “Heroines of Health”…
Nov. 16 — Third Thursday Studio: Colors | Mixing in Action at Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA — Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara. Create a personal palette of hues, tints, tones, and shades with color expert Monika Molnar-Metzenthin and apply the color scheme on a three dimensional object in the style of Diana de…
Feria de Educación Financiera el 17 de noviembre en Oxnard
OXNARD — Feria de Educación Financiera el 16 y 17 de noviembre en el Consulado de México en Oxnard, 3151 W. 5th St., Oxnard. 805.8738, ext. 131 para más información.
Nov. 17 — Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley Announce Fall Performing Arts Recital
THOUSAND OAKS — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley are holding their Fall Performing Arts Recital on Friday, November 17 from 6 to 7:30 pm at the Colina Middle School Auditorium located at 1450 E. Hillcrest Drive in…