Elena Yu: Weaving Ephemera
UCSB Library presents an art installation by artist Elena Yu, exploring histories of the Ethnic and Gender Studies Collection (EGSC) and space in celebration of its 30th anniversary. In Fall …
UCSB Library presents an art installation by artist Elena Yu, exploring histories of the Ethnic and Gender Studies Collection (EGSC) and space in celebration of its 30th anniversary. In Fall …
Art and science are often seen as distinct, yet both thrive on creativity. Scientists, like artists, seek new perspectives, experiment with ideas, and push boundaries to reveal something novel. The …
"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 …
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 …
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 Valentine's Day, celebrate the people who make our Libraries welcoming for everyone by sharing why you love the Santa Barbara Public Library! From February 1 through February 14, Valentine-themed collection boxes will be placed at participating local businesses and schools throughout Santa Barbara. At each location, pre-printed postcards with thoughtful prompts will be available …
HOURS of active gymnastics fun, perfect for when you're busy and the kids don't have school. 1. Kids have a blast while you go about your day. 2. Use the energy they would normally burn off at school. 3. Scheduling is easy with half-day, full-day, and extended care options.
For parents/caregivers of youth, ages 12-25, struggling with a mental health challenge. Learn skills to effectively and compassionately support your child struggling with any type of mental health challenge while also setting boundaries, supporting siblings, and managing your own self-care. This is a HYBRID drop-in support group that meets weekly. WHEN: Mondays at 12:00pm …
Dementia Caregiver Support Groups provide a safe space for people caring for those with dementia the opportunity to exchange information, build a support system with people who understand and develop methods and skills to solve problems.
Join us for the launch of UCSB Library’s new speaker series AI in Action Conversations with UCSB Researchers. The event features short presentations by Tobias Fischer (Director, Earth Research Institute), Ben Halpern (Executive Director, National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis) and Rebecca Vega Thurber (Director, Marine Science Institute) on innovative applications of AI in their …
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 …
Maintaining good balance is essential for independence, safety, and quality of life as we age. In this engaging and practical seminar, we’ll explore why balance changes over time and how simple, proactive steps can dramatically reduce the risk of falls — one of the leading causes of injury among older adults. You’ll learn easy-to-follow strategies …
Taking bold measures to stop the climate crisis requires many of us — non-profit leaders and staff, professionals, business owners, recent college graduates, retirees, high school students, and community members — to work together. With recent federal rollbacks threatening hard-won climate progress, there has never been a more critical time to take meaningful local action. …
FREE 1.25-hour virtual education nights designed to help parents/caregivers navigate the everyday challenges of raising children from K-12th. Each session explores a topic, offers practical tools and strategies, and creates space to learn from other parents. This Month… Parenting in Community: Finding Your Village- We have all heard the phrase “it takes a village,” but …
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 …