The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is delighted to announce that Arthur Beaumont: Art of the Sea--an exhibit of 53 paintings chronicling the accomplishments of the US Navy, from the USS Constitution to atomic bomb tests and expeditions to the North and South Poles—will be at the Museum for just six months, the last show on the West Coast before it leaves for the East Coast. Beaumont used Impressionist techniques in painting the stunning images in this exhibit and in capturing the majesty of the oceans and the vessels that sail them.

Braille Institute is a non-profit organization whose mission is to positively transform the lives of those with vision loss. We offer a broad range of free programs, classes and services serving thousands of students of all ages helping to demonstrate that vision rehabilitation is a beginning, not an end.

We serve the community from seven centers, and hundreds of community outreach locations throughout Southern California, and lead popular national programs like Braille Challenge and Cane Quest. Our staff and volunteers understand losing your vision can be scary, but we believe it is not the end of independence, but a new way of living.

A variety of free classes, workshops and support groups are available to help you or a loved one stay active, remain independent and enjoy connections with others.

Sign up for individual events, workshops and seminars – free and open to everyone. Register online or call 1-800-BRAILLE (272-4553) Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm.

What’s your superpower?
Join us as we celebrate Zooper Heroes both animal and human! March 29th - April 30th during normal operating hours.

Spring has sprung at The Collection at RiverPark, with tons of fun seasonal celebrations for the community. Shopping center visitors can now enjoy spring-themed photo opportunities, selfies with the Bunny, a spring scavenger hunt, live music and more.

University of California Master Gardeners of Santa Barbara County announce an online series of gardening classes for true beginners, modeled after the popular World War II Victory Vegetable Gardens. The four classes take attendees through the basics of successful vegetable gardening in our area.

Join Dr. Stephen Aizenstat for Out of the Pandemic Underworld: into the Light of Renewal on Saturday, April 10th from 9 am – 12 pm.

The Spiritual Power of Music ONLINE

SBCC School of Extended Learning, Fee-Based Life Enhancement

Join UCSB Arts & Lectures as they present Founder of The Jane Goodall Institute and a UN Messenger of Peace, Jane Goodall for Hope Fuels a Better World in Conversation with Catherine Remak, career broadcaster and co-host of Mornings with Gary and Catherine on on Saturday, April 10 at 11:00 a.m. Pacific. (note new time)

Join the Buellton Library Writers' Workshop for a virtual discussion on the craft with guest author Lidia Yuknavitch.

Introduction to Microsoft Windows

SBCC School of Extended Learning, Career Skills Institute

Prepare to enter or re-enter the workforce with the computer skills needed for entry-level office jobs with high employment potential jobs in Santa Barbara County and California. SBCC Career Skills Institute’s Introduction to Windows course helps you explore Help, windows navigation and management, file management, desktop customization, and other Windows Operating System and applications.
You may elect to take this course independent of a Career Skills Institute digital badge or apply it to the Beginning Computer Skills Certificate. Participants who earn this certificate will have developed the basic knowledge of computer functions in the Microsoft Windows environment. All Career Skills Institute classes are tuition-free.
To obtain the Beginning Computer Skills Certificate, participants must complete a total of two required courses and two elective courses:

Required:
(1) Computers for Beginners
(2) Introduction to Windows

Electives:
(1) Learn to Type
(2) How to Use a Computer Keyboard and Mouse for Beginners
(3) Windows Basics

Introduction to Windows takes place on Mondays starting March 29 through April 19. Classes will be held 4:00 PM – 6:20 PM.
Course number: CMPW NC024 (CRN 66814)
Date: Mondays, March 29 – April 19
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:20 PM
Location: Online live video using Zoom
Class cost: Free
Contact: Register online at https://www.sbcc.edu/ExtendedLearning. For assistance with registration, call (805) 683-8205.
About SBCC School of Extended Learning
The School of Extended Learning responds to the diverse learning needs of the adult population in the Santa Barbara community by advancing career and life skills, and building bridges to credit.
SBCC Career Skills Institute is part of the programs offered through the School of Extended Learning. The innovative program is endorsed by LinkedIn® and serves job seekers, employers and employees with a tuition–free, noncredit certificate program to provide career training for employees and job seekers. Participants can earn certificates and digital badges demonstrating knowledge and skills in over 60 areas of business, design, technology, and career education. For more information, visit www.sbcc.edu/ExtendedLearning.