Events around Santa Barbara
"Through most of our lives and work, Cedric and I have had deep commitments to collaboration, internationalism, and solidarity movements."–Elizabeth Robinson, 2024 This exhibition documents the life’s work of Cedric J. Robinson and Elizabeth Peters Robinson, placing it in the global context of the Black radical tradition. The Robinsons were renowned for their seminal scholarship …
Since our founding in 1932, collecting and preserving the material and written history of the Santa Barbara area has been at the core of our institution’s purpose and that task is on-going to this day.  Every year the Historical Museum adds to the ever-growing collections to better illuminate and share this rich history. This exhibition highlights …
Since 2007, UCSB Reads has fostered a shared sense of belonging by bringing the UCSB campus and Santa Barbara communities together to read a common book that explores compelling issues of our time. Conceived by then Executive Vice Chancellor Gene Lucas, the program is led by the UCSB Library in collaboration with campus and community …
William Shakespeare’s plays transcended their origins almost immediately. Even during his lifetime, his unforgettable characters and indelible lines were already escaping the stage – taken up by others and repurposed and circulated in diverse ways. While his plays have been performed continuously for over four hundred years, they have also left the stage behind to …
This collaborative exhibition celebrates the intersection of art and environmental stewardship, highlighting the efforts of the Oak Group, the UCSB Cheadle Center for Biodiversity & Ecological Restoration, and Coal Oil Point Reserve to conserve the Devereux Slough. Art in Service of the Land invites viewers to explore how art documents, interprets, and amplifies the ongoing …
Join our monthly Sewing and Mending Club! Discover the joy of creating and repairing with our welcoming community at the EE Makerspace. Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or just beginning your sewing journey, our monthly club is the perfect place to bring your projects to life. Every month, we invite you come to this workshop …
Twenty-Four Blackbirds is excited to introduce The Chocolate Experience: Factory Tour and Tasting! Combining the best elements of our previous Behind the Scenes and In-Depth tours, this new and improved event is for someone with a high interest in single-origin dark chocolate, where it comes from, how it's processed and the technicalities behind making shiny, …
Join us for SBEF’s 40th Celebration, a milestone evening recognizing four decades of commitment to public education in Santa Barbara. Education advocates and community partners will come together to reflect on the impact that has shaped our work, and to look ahead to the opportunities we are creating for students in the years to come. The …
Get ready to laugh the night away at the Santa Barbara Comedy Club with hilarious comedians and great vibes guaranteed! Join us for a show that will have you rolling with laughter. Don't miss out on this opportunity to relax and unwind with some top-notch comedy acts. Expect surprise performances. Doors open at 5 PM, enjoy …
This collaborative exhibition celebrates the intersection of art and environmental stewardship, highlighting the efforts of the Oak Group, the UCSB Cheadle Center for Biodiversity & Ecological Restoration, and Coal Oil Point Reserve to conserve the Devereux Slough. Art in Service of the Land invites viewers to explore how art documents, interprets, and amplifies the ongoing …
Twenty-Four Blackbirds is excited to introduce The Chocolate Experience: Factory Tour and Tasting! Combining the best elements of our previous Behind the Scenes and In-Depth tours, this new and improved event is for someone with a high interest in single-origin dark chocolate, where it comes from, how it's processed and the technicalities behind making shiny, …
Join us every Friday for an unforgettable evening of fun, food, and festivities at the Pizza Nook at Cambria Pines Lodge! Our Wood-Fired Pizza Nights are the perfect way to kick off the weekend with friends and family. Every Friday starting March 20th, from 5-9pm enjoy: Delicious wood-fired pizza, fresh salads, refreshing drinks, local beer & wine Live …
Get ready to laugh the night away at the Santa Barbara Comedy Club with hilarious comedians and great vibes guaranteed! Join us for a show that will have you rolling with laughter. Don't miss out on this opportunity to relax and unwind with some top-notch comedy acts. Expect surprise performances. Doors open at 5 PM, enjoy …
18th Annual Wine 4 Paws Weekend | April 25–26 Join forces with over 75 SLO County wineries during Wine 4 Paws Weekend, April 25–26, as they donate 10% of all sales to Woods Humane Society! Whether you’re close by or celebrating from afar, you can make a difference. Support any participating Wine 4 Paws business …
This collaborative exhibition celebrates the intersection of art and environmental stewardship, highlighting the efforts of the Oak Group, the UCSB Cheadle Center for Biodiversity & Ecological Restoration, and Coal Oil Point Reserve to conserve the Devereux Slough. Art in Service of the Land invites viewers to explore how art documents, interprets, and amplifies the ongoing …