Join UCSB Arts & Lectures as they present Chef, Restaurateur and Humanitarian José Andrés for Changing the World Through the Power of Food in Conversation with Catherine Remak, career broadcaster and co-host of Mornings with Gary and Catherine on Sunday, Mar 14 at 5 p.m. Pacific.

Directed by Graduate Teaching Assistant David Lozano Torres and accompanied by graduate pianist Pinshu Yu, UCSB Lumina (formerly the UCSB Women’s Chorus) will present a virtual mini-concert, “A Life of Peace,” on Monday, March 15, 2021 from 6-6:15 pm PST as a YouTube Premiere via the Department of Music's YouTube channel. “Nothing can bring peace to the heart, mind, and soul like music can,” noted Torres of the program. “This new year has brought about many trials and opposition in all aspects of life. Finding a moment of stillness in a world that is constantly moving, busy, and noisy, can be crucial. Experience the ability to find peace and purpose through harsh winter climate and troubles in the world in Winters Cold by Michael John Trotta. Afterwards, escape into the soothing, ponderous tune painted by the peaceful sonorities of Dan Forrest's Shalom. Accompanying the music is an array of stunning video and artwork that will take you on a journey of awe-inspiring moments in nature.”

For more information visit: https://music.ucsb.edu/news/event/2182
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UCSantaBarbaraDepartmentofMusic

In this searingly raw and graceful first book, author Ellen O'Connell Whittet explores both the joy of learning to jump and the safety of landing.

In this searingly raw and graceful first book, author Ellen O'Connell Whittet explores both the joy of learning to jump and the safety of landing.

Directed by Professor Jennifer Kloetzel, members of the UCSB Cello Squad will present a "Beethoven CellObration!" on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at 6 pm PST as a YouTube Premiere via the Department of Music's YouTube Channel. This special event will celebrate Beethoven's 250th Birthday and showcase movements from his piano and cello works, performed by members of Professor Jennifer Kloetzel's cello class. For this virtual performance, the UCSB Cello Squad commissioned artist Tyler Scrivner as their background designer.

For more information visit: https://music.ucsb.edu/news/event/2179
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UCSantaBarbaraDepartmentofMusic

Join us for a virtual tour of the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum as we explore their unique certification process!

Certifícate de manera gratuita en Aprendizaje Social-Emocional con AHA! Y aprende habilidades para reducir el estrés, mejorar tus relaciones interpersonales y tu Bienestar general. 

Wine Wednesday Special Edition - Tango

MIT Central Coast is hosting a free online event about climate change and its economic opportunities. March 17 at 6:00 p.m.

Directed by Victor Bell, the UC Santa Barbara Gospel Choir will present a virtual event titled, "The Virtual Gospel. An infusion of gospel music, gospel music history, and gospel testimonies," on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at 6 pm PST as a YouTube Premiere via the Department of Music's YouTube channel. The production will feature special guests Daniel Ozan and Rhiann Joshua.

For more information visit: https://music.ucsb.edu/news/event/2180
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UCSantaBarbaraDepartmentofMusic

Starting today, what steps can we take to begin resolving our community’s housing crisis? We have a chance to embrace big ideas which could make a significant and positive difference for our community’s future. Just as the earthquake of 1925 led to a rebirth of the City of Santa Barbara, there is an unprecedented opportunity

During this session, extend the spirit of International Women’s Day and find inspiration from the artist Barbara Kasten, who at 84 years old, continues to challenge spatial relationships in her work.

Directed by Dr. Sarah Gibson, the UC Santa Barbara Ensemble for Contemporary Music presents "A Journey Through the Impossible" on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 6 pm PST as a YouTube Premiere via the Department of Music's YouTube channel. Opening with works by Julius Eastman, Dai Fujikura, and John Cage, the stellar performers will explore a variety of ways to make music through distance and precision. The centerpiece of the program will be the premiere of six new student works written to accompany Georges Méliès' seminal silent film, "Le Voyage à travers l'impossible." In every piece, there lies a journey, whether it is from the earth to the sun, or simply an act of self-discovery.

For more information visit: https://music.ucsb.edu/news/event/2178
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UCSantaBarbaraDepartmentofMusic

Join Hospice of Santa Barbara’s illuminate Speaker Series with Dr. BJ Miller who will present Let It Fall: The Power of Existential Crises on Thursday, March 18th at 6:00 PM.

The Rotary Club of Santa Barbara presents the next lecture in the Spark! series titled “Law and the Arab-Israeli Conflict: The Trials of Palestine” with Steven Zipperstein on March 18, 2021 at 6:00 PM PST

Join MCASB for a talk with artist and designer DJ Javier, as he speaks about his artistic practice and public art projects in Santa Barbara, his social justice work to support BIPOC in the surf community, and his soon-to-be-launched Limited Edition collaboration with MCASB.

ETHAN MCKINLEY, Superintendent, & JULIANA MATOS, Biosecurity Manager, Channel Islands (CI) National Park
Zoom Presentation: General & Biosecurity Program Updates for the Park
Where: Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara
When: Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 7:00pm
Cost: Free, but registration is required. Donations welcome.
Registration: https://sbmm.org/santa-barbara-events/
Sponsored by: Marie L Morrisroe

Join Ethan McKinley, Superintendent and Juliana Matos, Biosecurity Manager of Channel Islands National Park, as they review the park’s progress during this past year, while discussing some important updates and future directions for the park. There is much in store for the park in 2021, including the opening of the new Scorpion Pier, proposals on use of the Main Ranch buildings on Santa Rosa Island, and planning efforts for backcountry and wilderness areas. In addition to the park update, the park, United States Navy, and The Nature Conservancy's Biosecurity Program Manager Juliana Matos will discuss the latest exciting developments for biosecurity on the islands.

Are you curious about the management process for the Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary? Join us for our March 2021 virtual council meeting.

The Dance with Harout Performance Company will virtually perform its 2021 show "Fantasyland" on March 20 through April 4.

The Santa Barbara Symphony’s innovative and historic season of presenting live music together safely on stage continues on Saturday, March 20 at 7:00 pm

Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is a comprehensive, online training that teaches educators, family members, and caregivers (18+ years old) to approach, assess, and assist a young person with a mental health challenge or substance use concern.

Santa Barbara County Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting featuring "Getting Started in Your Irish Research" presented by David Ryan