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Miss Chase: Santa Barbara’s Trailblazer’ Book Talk + Archive Discussion with Simon Kerry and Erin Graffy

In partnership with Santa Barbara Beautiful, join us for a special evening with British historian Simon Kerry as he discusses his new book, ‘Miss Chase: Santa Barbara’s Trailblazer. Explore materials from the The Community Development and Conservation Collection (CDCC), also known as the Pearl Chase Collection, donated by Ms. Chase to UCSB Library’s Special Research Collection, and used in Simon’s research. Moderated by local Santa Barbara historian and author, Erin Graffy.

Pearl Chase (1888-1979) was a longtime activist in local community affairs, as well as at the state and national level. As secretary and later chair of the Plans and Planting Committee, she encouraged the city's rebuilding in the graceful Spanish style after the 1925 Santa Barbara earthquake. She was the city's unofficial ombudsman in matters of natural beauty and public welfare, suggesting health and building codes and encouraging sign ordinances, saving trees and creating and enhancing parks. Her legacy continues to live on at UCSB through her collection and awards established in her name.

About the Author
Simon Kerry was born in 1970 and is an author and business owner. He is also the 11th Earl of Kerry. He was educated at Eton College and at Cambridge University where he was awarded an MA in Archaeology. He has an MBA from Hult Ashridge, an MSc in Rural Land and Business Management from the University of Reading and a PhD in History from the University of East Anglia. He is married and has one child. He lives at Bowood in Wiltshire. His first book Lansdowne: The Last Great Whig was published by Unicorn Publishing Group in 2017.

A new grief support group at Livingston's Camarillo Grief Center. Parent Loss of Adult Child (Over 21 Years Old) starts January 18th through March 21st.

For reservations contact 805-389-6870 or online at lmvna.org/grief.

New grief support group at Livingston’s Camarillo Grief Center. Loss Due to Accidental Overdose starts on January 16th through March 19th.

For reservations contact 805-389-6870 or online at lmvna.org/grief.

Studio Channel Islands Art Center (SCIART) invites the community to the opening reception of Emergence 2024 on Saturday, February 3 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The reception will feature opening remarks from SCIART President Don Harper, California Lutheran University President Lori E. Varlotta, PhD and Camarillo Mayor Tony Trembley. The exhibition features a juried selection of junior, seniors, and recent graduates from local colleges and universities and will be on view in the gallery from February 3 – February 23, 2024. The exhibition will be open in the main gallery at 2222 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93010. Admission to the opening reception and gallery is free and plenty of free parking is available. For more information visit https://studiochannelislands.org/emergence-2024/.

Livingston’s Camarillo Grief Center is adding new grief support groups that cater to specific bereavement needs this coming January. Healing Grief Through Journaling starts on January 11th and goes through February 8th.

For reservations contact 805-389-6870 or online at lmvna.org/grief.

America’s first all-female mariachi
Blazing a trail for women in a male-dominated musical genre, Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles brings sensitivity, beauty, warmth, and vivacious spirit to the historic art of mariachi. Established in 1994, the group had a strong beginning thanks to the mentorship of Lola Bertran, La Reina de La Musica Ranchera. Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles has since gone on to record three albums, share the stage with world-renowned musicians like Vicki Carr, Guadalupe Pineda and Lucha Villa, and perform for some of the world’s highest-profile celebrities including Tom Cruise, Oprah Winfrey, and Barack and Michelle Obama.

THREE FREE PUBLIC PERFORMANCES
Fri, Jan 19 | 7 PM | Isla Vista Elementary, 6875 El Colegio Rd, Goleta
Sat, Jan 20 | 7 PM | Guadalupe City Hall, 918 Obispo St, Guadalupe
Sun, Jan 21 | 6 PM | Marjorie Luke Theatre, The Marjorie Luke Theatre, 721 E Cota St, Santa Barbara

Please join us for a performance by renowned flutist and composer Gary Schocker in celebration of the Library’s acquisition of The Gary Schocker Archives. Schocker will perform a selection of original compositions accompanied by pianist Fumi Kuwajima and featuring special guest Gary Woodward. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience an exceptional afternoon of music!

This event is free and open to the public. To attend, RSVP by January 24.

As America transformed from its colonial period to a fully-fledged nation, the paintings of the Hudson River School of artists in the 19th century depicted the Hudson River Valley and the surrounding area, including the Catskill, Adirondack, and White Mountains. A common theme was the belief that nature in the form of the American landscape was a reflection of God, and the artists' work reflected the themes of a 19th-century American interest in discovery and exploration as the country expanded westward. The Hudson River School artists also influenced other artists to explore the American wilderness and paint the luminous skies of the Eastern Seaboard to the coppery colors of the Southwest.

Eleanor Schrader is an award-winning educator, lecturer, and author. She lectures worldwide on art and architectural history, and leads art and architecture tours throughout the world. She has been named a Distinguished Instructor at UCLA Extension, where she teaches history of architecture, interior design, furniture, and decorative arts. She is also Professor Emeritus of Art and Architectural History at Santa Monica College. She has done graduate work in fine and decorative arts at Sotheby's Institute in London and New York. She has served as a Design Review Commissioner for the City of Beverly Hills and currently serves on the Board of Directors of the John Lautner Foundation.

Oscar time is here! In 92 years, musical films have won the award for best picture ten times. Ten terrific musicals! Take a tour with us as we explore “American in Paris,” “The Great Ziegfeld,” “West Side Story,” and six more musical winners. Feel inspired and filled with unbridled joy with Oscar-winning performances.

Film historians Sam and Candy Caponegro are passionate about movie musicals. For over thirty years, they have acted, directed, and produced professional, community, and school theater. Candy’s most notable professional acting roles are Adelaine opposite Nathan Lane in Guys and Dolls and Cheri opposite Divine in the New York production of Women Behind Bars. Sam and Candy have taught numerous courses and lectures on cruise lines, at libraries, and for many 50+ audiences. They hope to keep the classic movie musical and the golden age of Broadway alive through their lectures.

One of the challenges to creating an informed opinion is that everything happens in a context. While one can perhaps learn the specific actions that take place in the Middle East, and particularly in Israel and Palestine, without understanding the history of the area, one cannot hope to understand why those actions take place. Further, the actions in Israel and Palestine very much impact life here in the United States. This course will attempt to consider the history of the area and understand the roots of the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians. Though it is an incredibly challenging topic to consider, it is imperative to understanding one of the most divisive issues of our era.

Jason Hensley, PhD, teaches religious studies at a private school in Los Angeles. He is a fellow of the Michael LaPrade Holocaust Education Institute of the Anti-Defamation League, a member of Civic Spirit's teacher education cohort, and the award-winning author of 10 books. His work has been featured in The Huffington Post as well as the BBC, and he has served as the historical advisor for a Holocaust documentary.