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JOIN US FOR A CAPTIVATING FREE LECTURE EXPLORING THE REMARKABLE JOURNEY OF THE ENDANGERED CALIFORNIA CONDOR AND THE ORIGINS OF THE GROUNDBREAKING CAPTIVE BREEDING PROGRAM.
Join Friends of California Condors Wild and Free for a captivating free lecture exploring the remarkable journey of the California Condor! Discover the origins of the groundbreaking captive breeding program. Learn how cutting-edge genetic research has reshaped our understanding of condor pedigrees, and get an insider’s look at the decision-making process behind where young, captive-bred condors are released into the wild. We’ll also discuss the current status of wild condor populations and the profound impact of breeding and release efforts on their survival.
Our guest speaker, Mr. Steve Kirkland, is the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Field Coordinator for the California Condor Recovery Program. He will speak to the public in the Topping Room at the Ventura Public Library located at 651 E. Main St. from 2:00 to 3:00 pm on Saturday, April 26, 2025.
During the late 1990’s, Steve worked as a wildlife biologist releasing and monitoring condors in the newly released Southern California flock. In 2001 Steve transferred to the Ventura Fish and Wildlife Office where he worked for over a decade on a variety of endangered species projects. He returned to the California Condor Recovery Program in 2012 in his current role where he works closely with the condor field and captive breeding programs, USFWS leadership, researchers, non-lead outreach specialists and other agency and NGO partners all working to help recover the California Condor.
The California condor was listed as an endangered species in 1967. In 1987 California Condors were on the verge of extinction with only 27 alive, as the last free flying condor, AC9, was taken from the wild. In 1992, the Service began reintroducing captive-bred condors to the wild to reestablish the population. Today, there are over 560 birds with over half of them flying free in the wild in various populations including California, Arizona, and Baja Mexico. The California Condor is a resident of the local area and can be found in the mountains behind Ojai, Santa Paula, Fillmore, Piru, and Santa Barbara.
Friends of California Condors Wild and Free is a nonprofit 501c3 all volunteer organization, that has the mission to enhance public awareness of the endangered California Condor and ensure that they are protected, healthy, and free.
Come learn about the endangered California Condor, North America’s largest bird. Learn how you can help the California Condor recovery effort. Become a volunteer! Be informed!
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“The impact that Abramović has had on the contemporary-art scene cannot be underestimated.” Harper’s Bazaar

“By using the body as her medium, Abramović shows just how close art can get to life.” The Guardian (U.K.)

Renowned conceptual artist Marina Abramović has pushed the boundaries of contemporary art, not just within performance art but across the entire spectrum of the art world. Since the 1970s, her cutting-edge work has explored the body, endurance, the relationship between the performer and audience, and the possibilities of the mind. Her iconic performances include The Artist Is Present, the MOMA retrospective which sparked an HBO documentary as well as collaborations with such pop icons as Jay-Z and Lady Gaga. “Her life, performances, body art, controversial experiments and celebrity status all contribute to a larger narrative that could be considered one grand piece of art, curated by Abramović herself” (Widewalls).

Anthropologist and 2024 National Book Award Winner

FREE copies of De León’s new book, Soldiers and Kings, will be available while supplies last (pick up at event, one per household)

“I refuse to live in a world without hope.” – Jason De León accepting the 2024 National Book Award for Nonfiction

Join 2024 National Book Award-winner Jason De León as he explores the human consequences of U.S. immigration policies and shares stories of hope and resilience from the border. An expert on the study of migration across the U.S.-Mexico border, De León is an internationally recognized anthropologist, MacArthur fellow and the award-winning author of The Land of Open Graves and Soldiers and Kings. De León is also executive director of the Undocumented Migration Project, a collective that raises awareness about migration issues and helps families of missing migrants reunite with their loved ones. Don’t miss this urgent conversation on the human cost and potential solutions to the crisis of global border enforcement.

“Of course, calling it a silent film is a misnomer – there will be plenty of music, and jazz is like a conversation between the players so there’ll be no shortage of dialogue.” – Wynton Marsalis

LOUIS is a captivating blend of vintage cinema and contemporary musical brilliance. This unique event features a silent film based loosely on the childhood of Louis Armstrong, a pivotal figure in jazz history, brought to life with a live score composed and performed by the renowned jazz musician Wynton Marsalis, Cecile Licad and an 11-piece all-star jazz ensemble. Directed by Dan Pritzker and shot in beautiful sepia tones by Academy Award-winning cinematographer Vilmos Zsigmond as a modern reimagining of early silent film, LOUIS (originally released in 2010) is an homage to Louis Armstrong and the birth of American music. The grand alleys and cemeteries of 1907 New Orleans provide a backdrop of magic for 6-year-old Louis as he navigates the colorful intricacies of life in the city and acquires his first cornet.

Winner of nine Grammy awards and a Pulitzer Prize in music, Wynton Marsalis is one of the most outstanding jazz musicians and trumpeters of this – or any other – generation. A favorite among jazz musicians and audiences worldwide, he is a brilliant composer and a bandleader in the tradition of Duke Ellington, and the driving creative force behind Jazz at Lincoln Center’s creation and success. Don’t miss this nearly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience Wynton Marsalis in this very special immersive experience. (LOUIS: Dan Pritzker, 2010, R, 90 min.)

The film is rated “R” – Restricted (Some Sexual Content)

“An alliance of Americana virtuosos.” The New York Times

“Together their sound is both ethereal and purposeful, a combination of searing musicianship and tender vocals.” The Guardian (U.K.)

I’m With Her, the acclaimed trio Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan and Sara Watkins, takes the stage with a powerful new collection of songs exploring ancestry, change and the ties that bind us. Known for their luminous harmonies and masterful storytelling, the group behind “Call My Name,” the 2020 Grammy winner for Best American Roots Song, brings a deepening sense of creative connection to their new album Wild and Clear and Blue(May 2025). With voices that intertwine in meticulous, multifaceted arrangements, they deliver a performance full of heart, harmony and soul.

Program
Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances
Ysaÿe: Sonata No. 4
Tessa Lark: Ysaÿe Shuffle
Tessa Lark: Jig and Pop
Kreisler: Chanson Louis XIII et Pavane
Kreisler: Syncopation
John Corigliano: Sonata for Violin and Piano

“Tessa Lark embodies joy in music making.” – John Corigliano, composer
Born and raised in Kentucky, versatile violinist Tessa Lark’s earliest musical influences were bluegrass and Appalachian folk. Her passion for fiddling led her well beyond these original interests, until in 2012 she won the Naumburg International Violin Competition, one of classical music’s highest honors. Since then she has pursued all facets of her wide-ranging musical talent, leading her to a Grammy nomination in 2020 for Best Classical Instrumental Solo and to her innovative 2023 release, The Stradgrass Sessions, featuring Jon Batiste, Edgar Meyer and Sierra Hull. Lark will perform a program exploring all sides of her prolific career, from Bartók to bluegrass and beyond.

Program
Mendelssohn: Cello Sonata No. 1
Fauré: Cello Sonata No. 1
Natalie Klouda: Tor Mordôn
Poulenc: Cello Sonata

“Immensely engaging players: a star duo is born.” The Independent (U.K.)
Since their April 2022 Santa Barbara debut, siblings Isata and Sheku Kanneh-Mason have shot to fame, joining the ranks of the classical world’s most sought-after musicians. Hailing from one of Britain’s most talented musical families, Isata is a recipient of the coveted Leonard Bernstein Award and an Opus Klassik award, and Sheku won the BBC Young Musician competition in 2016. The duo’s intuitive understanding and remarkable rapport will be on full display in this richly evocative recital exploring the legacy of late Romantic and modern chamber music.

Join us for a transformative Spiritual Day Retreat at the serene Drishti House in Montecito, where you'll reconnect with your soul, community, and the timeless teachings of the East. This immersive day includes mantra meditation, breathwork, sound healing, tea ceremony, conscious connection, and a soul-nourishing, plant-based dinner prepared by Chef Florida of Casa De Las Floras.

Explore the essence of true spirituality and cultivate inner virtues that empower you to live with greater peace, purpose, and connection. The evening will close with music, poetry, and a tea lounge, offering space for reflection and heartfelt community.

All are welcome—no matter your background—to experience a day of insight, elevation, and genuine connection.

1PM May 10th at Drishti House in Montecito, CA

RSVP
https://dryshtea.eventcalendarapp.com/u/53529/369887

Free and open to the public, Insight In Sound features professional musicians sharing stories and insights from their experiences in music.

Join host and moderator Jose Cano at Heritage Square for an exciting conversation about navigating the music industry with Aaron Frazer.

Pre-event gathering at Pipiripau @ 6pm​

Aaron Frazer:
Internationally acclaimed singer, songwriter, and drummer. Co-lead singer and drummer for retro-soul revivalists Durand Jones & the Indications.
aaronfrazermusic.com

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 | 7-8:30pm
Location: Heritage Square
731 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030
https://www.theopac.org/

Let your imagination take the lead at Crafternoons, every Wednesday from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm and Saturday from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm, in the EE Makerspace above Art From Scrap.
Join us for our May Crafternoons: Tinker Lab, where creativity meets sustainability! This month, we're working on creative machines that jump, fly, and walk with reclaimed materials. Perfect for all ages and skill levels, these eco-friendly projects encourage kids to craft purposefully while having a blast.
Craft for the Earth Projects include:
Jack & Jill Jumpers – Craft classic pull-string jumping jack toys using reclaimed paper and brads—watch their arms and legs spring to life with a tug!
Marionettes – Create your own characterful puppets using upcycled materials, string, and imagination—then bring them to life with a tug of a string!
Upcycled Aviators – Build playful airplanes from repurposed bits and bobs, and let your creativity take flight!
Come craft and create with us! Sign up now!
Cost: $8.00 per person. Crafternoons are for kids ages 5 and up. Please note that our workshop is upstairs and utilizes hot glue guns. Adults must remain in the EE Makerspace with their child.
We have something for everyone at the EE Makerspace, so bring the kiddos—Crafternoons are just for them!