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 …
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 the California Nature Art Museum and Artist Cydney Miller for an origami garland workshop on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026, from 2PM-4PM. Learn how to make a colorful garland of origami cranes or butterflies with a variety of decorative accents. This is an entry-level class, but experienced origami-makers are also welcome! All participants will take …
YouthWell is recruiting high school students (grades 9–12) across Santa Barbara County for its 2026–2027 Youth Advocacy Board (YAB) Internship, a free, 10-month youth-led leadership program running August 2026 through May 2027. Interns will gain mental health education, including Teen Mental Health First Aid or QPR certification, build real-world peer support and leadership skills, lead …
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 …
A safe space for family caregivers of people with dementia to share, exchange, and learn. Conducted by trained facilitators.Â
Don’t let the Monday blues get you down! Lion’s Tale, a Good Lion Hospitality owned bar, is going to be hosting Vinyl Vices partnering with Proper Productions every Monday from 7pm to 10 pm. Along with this, there will be All Day Happy Hour, so take your time and get down to these old-school classics …
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 …
This is a weekly improv workshop open to everyone - whether you've never set foot on a stage or you've been making things up for years. We meet, we play, we fail spectacularly, and occasionally something genuinely surprising happens. Improv isn't about being funny. It's about listening, reacting, and trusting the people around you. The …
Jeff Tweedy with special guest Sima Cunningham comes to Santa Cruz for a special performance at Rio Theatre.(((folkYEAH!))) presentsJEFF TWEEDYSima CunninghamRio TheatreSanta Cruz, CATuesday, March 24, 2026All AgesAll Sales Final.
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 …
Discover hope, connection, and insights at Mended Hearts Chapter #415's monthly support group. Open to all heart patients, families, and friends. This free event takes place on January 28, 2026, from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Location: the Copeland Education Pavilion, 3rd floor auditorium, at French Hospital, 1911 Johnson Ave. San Luis Obispo. This event is …
Finch & Fork is firing up BBQ Nite, a one-night-only Chef’s Table collaboration with Whiskey N Rye chefs Bryan Aceves and Don Connor. Expect crave‑worthy smoked meats, comforting Southern sides, and a sweet finish, all paired with a curated flight of cocktails designed to elevate every bite. Grab your friends, bring your appetite, and settle …