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A one-day event bringing community and creativity together to celebrate and facilitate rescue and adoption!

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at RescueCon, a jam-packed one-day event dedicated to celebrating the bond between humans and animals! Mark your calendars for a day filled with heartwarming pet adoptions, enlightening workshops, captivating performances, and so much more. Whether you're a seasoned pet owner, an animal enthusiast, or simply looking to support a good cause, RescueCon has something for everyone.

At RescueCon, you'll have the opportunity to connect with nonprofit exhibitors who are making a difference in the lives of animals every day. Learn about their missions, volunteer opportunities, and how you can contribute to their efforts. Dive into the vibrant world of art and vendors, where you'll discover unique treasures and creations inspired by our furry friends. From handmade crafts to pet-themed accessories, there's no shortage of treasures to explore.

But that's not all – RescueCon is thrilled to welcome special guest @kittenxlady, animal advocate and educator, who will host exclusive workshops and Q&A sessions. Gain invaluable insights into animal welfare, behavior, and care as she shares her expertise and passion for saving lives. Whether you're a seasoned rescuer or a newcomer to the world of animal advocacy, @kittenxlady's sessions promise to inspire and empower. Don't miss your chance to be a part of this incredible event and join us in celebrating the joy of rescue!

Free Admission! All ages.

Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 | 11am - 4pm
Location: Community Center Park East (located behind OPAC)
800 Hobson Way, Oxnard, CA 93030
https://www.theopac.org/

Coinciding with International Women's Day, celebrated this year on March 8th, is the opening of OPAC's "Arbol de la Vida" exhibition. Translated as "Tree of Life," this show brings together 6 regional artists who express their unique perspectives through a range of mediums, including painting and tapestry. Their works speak to themes of growth, strength, and interconnectedness and weave a layered narrative of womanhood, resilience, and empowerment.

Artists: Dalia Garcia, Benita Martinez Sosa, Gabriela Santos Ramos, Maricruz Sibaja, Rima Villareal, Helen Yanez
Curator: Rafael Perea de la Cabada

Free + Open to the Public

Opening Reception: Thursday, March 7th, 2024, 5-7pm
Location: Mexican Consulate in Oxnard
3151 West 5th Street Suite 100, Oxnard, CA 93030

General Exhibition Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
www.theopac.org

Eclectic singer-songwriter and pianist Bruce Hornsby rose to fame with his Grammy-winning debut album The Way It Is and its title track, the most played song on U.S. radio in 1987. Since then, he has released more than 20 albums as a leader, toured with the Grateful Dead, and appeared on 100-plus records from artists including Bob Dylan, Don Henley, Stevie Nicks, Bonnie Raitt, Sting, Mavis Staples and Willie Nelson.

Hornsby is touring with the New York-based classical-pop ensemble yMusic, a sextet known for its original compositions as well as collaborations with Ben Folds, John Legend, Paul Simon, St. Vincent and other artists.

BrhyM is a performance showcasing new collaborative compositions plus other favorites from Hornsby’s illustrious catalog

Each ticket purchased to this performance will include a copy of Deep Sea Vents, the new collaborative album from BrhyM, on CD. Deep Sea Vents CDs will be distributed to patrons upon entry at the performance.

UCSB Library is pleased to present Rae Wynn-Grant, an affiliated researcher with the Bren School of Environmental Science & Management, as the spring speaker in the Pacific Views: Library Speaker Series.

Wynn-Grant is a wildlife ecologist with an expertise in uncovering how human activity influences carnivore behavior and ecology. She received her BS in environmental studies from Emory University, her MS in environmental studies from Yale University, and her PhD in ecology and evolution from Columbia University. She is a Research Fellow with the National Geographic Society, with whom she has appeared on a variety of televised nature programs and for whom she’s currently on a 20-city speaking tour as part of Nat Geo Live. She serves on The North Face’s Explore Fund Council, co-hosts Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild on NBC, hosts the podcast “Going Wild with Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant,” produced by PBS, and has been featured in Vogue, Forbes, the New York Times, and the Los Angeles Times, among many others.

Her new memoir Wild Life: Finding my Purpose in an Untamed World will be published in April 2024. In Wild Life, Wynn-Grant explores the ever-shifting relationship between humans, animals, and the earth through her personal journey to becoming a wildlife ecologist.

Chaucer's Books will be selling books before and after the talk.

Wynn-Grant's talk is co-sponsored by the Community Environmental Council.

This event may be photographed or recorded.

This spring, Studio Channel Islands Art Center is offering artists all-day access to three of Ventura County's most spectacular ranches to create in response to the environment. Friends and supporters may come at the end of each day for a ticketed sunset reception. Artists are not required to purchase tickets to the reception and do not need to be members of SCIart to participate.

ALL artists are welcome! Writers, photographers, filmmakers, sculptors, illustrators, painters, printmakers, musicians, dancers. The Petersen Ranch is not to be missed! Straddling Camarillo and Somis, the hilltop ranch offers panoramic views of Pleasant Valley and the Oxnard Plain on one side, and all of Somis and South Mountain on the other.

When:
Sunday, April 21, 2024. 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Ticketed reception to be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Entrance and Tickets:
3100 E. Los Angeles Avenue, Somis, CA 93066
Attendees enter through the service gate and proceed to the Ancient Creek BBQ area.

Artist admission is $5, includes admission to sunset reception at 5:00 PM
Sunset Reception general admission is $25
Tickets can be purchased here: https://events.humanitix.com/open-range-sunday-petersen-ranch-camarillo

SCIart is grateful to the Esper A. Petersen Foundation for the opportunity to host this celebration of our Ventura County arts and ranching community.

This spring, Studio Channel Islands Art Center is offering artists all-day access to three of Ventura County's most spectacular ranches to create in response to the environment. Friends and supporters may come at the end of each day for a ticketed sunset reception. Artists are not required to purchase tickets to the reception and do not need to be members of SCIart to participate.

ALL artists are welcome! Writers, photographers, filmmakers, sculptors, illustrators, painters, printmakers, musicians, dancers +

Walnut Grove Ranch has a bounty of visual and historic interest, with antique farm equipment, orchards, walnut groves, beavertail cactus, and row crops.

When:
Sunday, May 19, 2024. 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Ticketed reception to be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM


Entrance and Tickets:
3370 Sunset Valley Rd, Moorpark, CA 93021
Attendees will enter through Underwood Family Farms and proceed to the far end of the parking lot. Look for signs to Walnut Grove and park as directed.

Artist admission is $5, includes admission to sunset reception at 5:00 PM
Sunset Reception general admission is $25
Tickets can be purchased here: https://events.humanitix.com/open-range-sunday-a-day-of-art-at-walnut-grove



SCIart is grateful to the Brecunier Family and the Esper A. Petersen Foundation for the opportunity to host this celebration of our art and ranching community.

The much-anticipated community event, The Kindness Quest: A Family Adventure in Giving and Gratitude, will take place in Goleta on Saturday, May 4, 2024. This unique event is dedicated to fostering a kinder, more inclusive world by expanding the concept of family to encompass humans, our animal friends, and the broader community.

The Kindness Quest aims to celebrate and honor the bonds we share with children, mothers, and animals as integral members of our families. The event will feature various activities designed to promote kindness, empathy, and the spirit of giving back. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in fun and educational activities, all while supporting local non-profits that significantly impact our community.

Event highlights include:
• Interactive workshops and activities for all ages
• Collecting new socks for those in need
• Animal-themed activities with stuffed animals
• Origami crane folding
• Activities focusing on topics like regenerative farming and recycling opportunities
• A Special Listening Café hosted by hospice volunteers to emphasize compassionate listening
• Stories as openings to conversation with our children and each other
• Crafting Mother’s Day thank-you cards
• Opportunities to learn about and support local nonprofits

Participating Nonprofits are:

ASAP Cats • asapcats.org
Hospice of Santa Barbara • hospiceofsb.org
La Casa de Maria Retreat Center • lcdm.org
Organic Soup Kitchen • organicsoupkitchen.org
Sock It To ‘Em • donatesocks.org
Teaspoons • teaspoons.org

Changing the World Through the Power of Food
Culinary innovator and renowned humanitarian José Andrés travels the globe feeding humanity to feed hope for a brighter, healthier future. See him live in conversation with KLITE’s Catherine Remak.

Arrive Early for a FREE Film Screening and Community Showcase

1:30 PM We Feed People – Film Screening
This film from Ron Howard spotlights José Andrés and his nonprofit World Central Kitchen’s evolution into a highly regarded humanitarian aid organization.

3:00 PM Community Food Solutions Showcase
After the film screening, meet local organizations that are creating a resilient food system in Santa Barbara County and improving access to healthy food across the region.

This spring, Studio Channel Islands Art Center is offering artists all-day access to three of Ventura County's most spectacular ranches to create in response to the environment. Friends and supporters may come at the end of each day for a ticketed sunset reception. Artists are not required to purchase tickets to the reception and do not need to be members of SCIart to participate.

ALL artists are welcome! Writers, photographers, filmmakers, sculptors, illustrators, painters, printmakers, musicians, dancers Flying M Ranch is a citrus orchard on one of the most picturesque original farmhouses in Ventura County.

When:
Sunday, June 23, 2024. 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Ticketed reception to be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Entrance and Tickets:
1061 Simi St, Fillmore, CA 93015
Attendees may park along Simi Street and walk in.

Artist admission is $5, includes admission to sunset reception at 5:00 PM
Sunset Reception general admission is $25
Tickets can be purchased here: https://events.humanitix.com/open-range-sunday-a-day-of-art-at-flying-m-ranch


SCIart is grateful to the McGrath Family and the Esper A. Petersen Foundation for the opportunity to host this celebration of our art and ranching community.

Debra Ehrhardt of Jamaica, Farewell fame is back, and she's brought awesome performer Christopher Grossett and iconic Hall of Famer Paul Williams with her.

A true story about the importance of forgiveness and the power of vulnerability, because running away from something is not being free. Starring Debra Ehrhardt and Christopher Grossett, directed by Hall of Fame Songwriter/Grammy-Award Winner Paul Williams, this delicious new play is written by Debra Ehrhardt. "Debra Ehrhardt possesses a rare ability to mesmerize!" Washington Post

Santa Monica Playhouse programs are supported in part by generous grants from the City of Santa Monica and the Santa Monica Arts Commission, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture, the Ahmanson Foundation, the Rotary Club Foundation and Playhouse PALS.