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The nine diverse works of American art in this exhibition span from 1915 to 2020, representing a remarkable slice of American art history. This selection weaves together ideas of identity, childhood, and environment. Through diverse mediums, styles, and cultural contexts, these works offer insights into the personal, cultural, and artistic conversations that shape our world. This project is made possible through our remarkable partnership with Art Bridges, whose mission is to bring art out of storage and into communities across America.

Themes of both celebrated and forgotten identities appear throughout—from the mystery of Richard Prince’s Nurse Elsa to the individuality of Alex Katz’s Dark Glasses and the haunting imagery of Edouard Duval-Carrié’s Lost at Sea. Rachel Rose’s Lake Valley transports us to the bittersweet nostalgia of childhood, where memories feel both real and imagined. Pop culture and American consumerism are brought into the conversation with Robert Gober’s Untitled (butter), which turns the familiar into something strange. Frank Stella’s maze-like Cinema de Pepsi Sketch I and Max Weber’s Interior with Music explore color, shape, and detail in bold ways. Félix González-Torres’ participatory work Untitled (L.A.) and Alfred Conteh’s Malik and Marquis invite reflection on friendship, loss and human connection.

Together, these works explore social issues that feel especially relevant today in the American political landscape—ideas of home, belonging, community, and time. Each artwork tells its own story, but together they create a larger history and experience. This exhibition does more than reflect the world: it helps us understand it and imagine the future we want to create.

Join us for the 20th Annual Jazz & Olive Festival presented by the Rotary Club of Los Olivos. Enjoy an afternoon of live music, award-winning wines of Santa Barbara County, and delicious olive based appetizers and desserts. Tickets go on sale April 1st at jazzandolivefestival.org. Tickets are still 100.00 and are all-inclusive. The Rotary Club of Los Olivos contributes all festival proceeds directly to local scholarships and to local and international service projects. Help us help others!

Join us as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a stirring tribute to the rich variety and diversity of people, perspectives and musical styles that have shaped 250 years of American choral music. From stirring melodies like Simple Gifts and Home on the Range to the lively rhythms of Down By the Riverside, patriotic favorites, audience sing-alongs and more, it’s truly a musical salute to America’s enduring spirit.
Bring your whole family to this One-Day-Only performance. This is indeed an afternoon that you won’t want to miss as we celebrate America’s 250th and more as we lift up our voices together.

Featured performers on the program include our own Lompoc Valley Master Chorale Youth Chorale, our 2026 scholarship winners and special guest instrumentalists.

America’s 250th: A Celebration in Song will take place on Saturday April 25, 2026 at First United Methodist Church 925 North “F” St., Lompoc, CA. 3:00 PM.

The Lompoc Valley Master Chorale is celebrating its 34th season in the Lompoc Valley and is under the direction of Kathleen Abrams Hacker. The piano accompanist is Rachel Mello.

Ticket prices are $20 General Admission, $5 for High School Students and Children Under 13 are Free.
Tickets are available from Chorale members or at the door on the performance day. For more information please visit our website, lvmasterchorale.org

Join us for Studio Channel Islands next Film in the Gallery!
Зеркало (Mirror) [1975, Soviet Union; dir. Andrei Tarkovsky]
From the mind of the visionary Tarkovsky, Mirror blends cinema with visual art and poetry.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 25, 2026

Contact:
Laura Mason
805-410-3497
laura@conejoschools.org

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CONEJO SCHOOLS FOUNDATION’S ALL-DISTRICT MUSIC FESTIVAL RETURNS FOR 42ND YEAR

Thousand Oaks, Calif. – The Conejo Schools Foundation’s All District Music Festival, a beloved community tradition, proudly returns to the Kavli Theatre at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center this spring.

Now in its 42nd year, the festival brings together more than 3,500 student musicians from across the Conejo Valley for ten nights of string, choir, and band performances where elementary, middle, and high school students take to the stage at one of the region’s premier performance venues.

The All District Music Festival offers students a rare opportunity to experience a truly world-class stage environment, taking them “behind the curtain” and onto a professional platform far beyond what many have previously experienced. For students accustomed to performing in multipurpose rooms, the festival offers a transformative opportunity to stand in the spotlight and showcase their talents on a grand scale.

Beyond performance, the festival plays a vital role in inspiring students to keep music central to their education. It encourages continued participation throughout their academic journeys while also fostering meaningful connections. Students are introduced to peers and instructors from their future middle and high schools, strengthening a sense of community and continuity across grade levels.

Produced by the Conejo Schools Foundation, the festival is truly a labor of love.

“Events like the All District Music Festival showcase the extraordinary talent, dedication, and collaboration happening across our schools,” said Lana Clark, Executive Director of the Conejo Schools Foundation. “It’s more than a performance—it’s a celebration of what students can achieve when they are supported, inspired, and given opportunities to grow through the arts. We are incredibly proud of the team that brings this event to life each year, creating a meaningful experience not only for our students, but for our entire community.”

The festival is made possible through the dedication of countless volunteers and the generous support of local sponsors who believe in and invest in Conejo Valley schools.

Tickets:

Tickets are available for purchase through Ticketmaster at www.conejoschools.org or at the box office.

Dates and Performance Information:

Tuesday, April 14 – 7:00 pm

Strings- NPHS, Sequoia, Sycamore Canyon, Banyan, Cypress, EARThS, Walnut

Wednesday, April 15 – 7:00 pm

Strings- TOHS, Redwood, Glenwood, Madroña Academy, Wildwood

Thursday, April 16 – 7:00 pm

Strings-WHS, Colina, Los Cerritos, Conejo Academy, Lang Ranch, Westlake Hills

Tuesday, April 28 – 7:00 pm

Chorus- NPHS, Sequoia, Sycamore Canyon, Banyan, Cypress, EARThS, Maple, Walnut

Wednesday, April 29 – 7:00 pm

Chorus- WHS, Colina, Conejo Academy, MATES, Westlake Hills

Thursday, April 30 – 7:00 pm

Chorus- WHS, Los Cerritos, Ladera, Lang Ranch, Weathersfiled

Friday, May 1 – 7:00 pm

Chorus- TOHS, Redwood, Acacia, Aspen, Madroña Academy, WIldwood

Monday, May 18 – 7:00 pm

Band- NPHS, Sequoia, Sycamore Canyon, Banyan, Cypress, EARThS, Maple, MATES (beginning), Sycamore Canyon, Walnut

Tuesday, May 19 – 7:00 pm

Band- WHS, Colina, Los Cerritos, Conejo Academy, Lang Ranch, MATES (advanced), Westlake, Westlake Hills

Wednesday, May 20 – 7:00 pm

Band- TOHS, Acacia, Glenwood, Ladera, Madroña Academy, Weathersfield, Redwood Ensemble

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ALL DISTRICT MUSIC FESTIVALS

WHAT: Conejo Schools Foundation presents a celebration of Conejo Valley Unified School District’s incredible youth music programs with ten nights of All-District Music Festivals in the Bank of America Performing Arts Center’s Kavli Theatre. Each night features strings, chorus, or band students from elementary, middle, and high schools performing together in concert to showcase the growth and achievements of our young musicians.

WHEN/WHERE:

7pm Tuesday, 4/14 – NPHS Strings Track

7pm Wednesday, 4/15 - TOHS Strings Track

7pm Thursday, 4/16 - WHS Strings Track

7pm Tuesday, 4/28 - NPHS Choral Track

7pm Wednesday, 4/29 - WHS Choral Track

7pm Thursday, 4/30 - WHS Choral Track

7pm Friday, 5/1- TOHS Choral Track

7pm Monday, 5/18 - NPHS Band Track

7pm Tuesday, 5/19 – WHS Band Track

7pm Wednesday, 5/20 – TOHS Band Track

TICKETS: Tickets are available for purchase through Ticketmaster at www.conejoschools.org or at the box office.

Bring your own journal and we'll provide a treasure trove of upcycled papers, fabric scraps, vintage ephemera, and more. Let your creativity run wild as you embellish your pages!

All tools and material provided. Ages 13+.

Located in the EE Makerspace upstairs above Art from Scrap.

William Shakespeare’s plays transcended their origins almost immediately. Even during his lifetime, his unforgettable characters and indelible lines were already escaping the stage – taken up by others and repurposed and circulated in diverse ways. While his plays have been performed continuously for over four hundred years, they have also left the stage behind to live on elsewhere.

Printers and publishers have reproduced Shakespeare’s words in every possible textual format and in numerous languages. Literary and visual artists have continuously adapted and reinterpreted them in various artforms. Musicians and choreographers have refashioned his stories into opera, ballet, pop songs, and modern dance. Meanwhile, filmmakers, television writers, and videogame creators have transformed them for modern screens. This exhibition explores the many forms and many afterlives of Shakespeare’s art – from a single scrap of his crabbed handwritten text to the digital media of the twenty-first century.

Infinite Variety was co-curated by David Gartrell, the Library’s Curator of Rare Books and Manuscripts, and Professor Jim Kearney, Department of English. The exhibition is on display in the Jackie Laskoff Exhibition Alcove, located in the Sara Miller McCune Arts Library (1st Floor, Mountain Side), and is co-sponsored by UCSB Library and the Department of English.

Palomazo Music Returns to Downtown Oxnard to Celebrate Music, Art & Culture

Oxnard, CA – Pipiripau announces the return of the Palomazo Music Series for its 5th season, featuring three intimate nights under the stars this May, leading into the 2nd Annual Palomazo Music Festival on June 13th. Both events take place at Heritage Square in Downtown Oxnard, now part of the city’s officially recognized Cultural Arts District.


Palomazo Music Series offers a one-of-a kind experience where audiences connect with artists through Q&A, stories, and live music. The series runs Friday nights from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, featuring artists from Los Angeles, Mexico City, and Oxnard:


• May 1 - The Mexican Standoff (Mexamericana w/ Punk Twist)
• May 15 - Carlos y Charlos (Música Norteña)
• May 29 - LaOX (Afro-Latin Fusion)


Series tickets are $20 presale until March 31st. Due to limited capacity, early purchase is highly encouraged, with the option to reserve a table for an enhanced experience.

As the series concludes, the Palomazo Music Festival closes out the season June 13th from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM., bringing together artists from Long Beach, Santa Ana, Los Angeles, Ventura, and Oxnard. Each previously featured in the Palomazo Music Series, including:

• Conjunto Zacamandu (Son Jarocho)
• Los Cool Arrows (Cumbia & Reggae)
• The Almighty Majestics (Vintage Rock & Roll & Soul)
• And TBD

In addition to live music, the festival debuts a new art gallery installation curated by Allee Amore and Sue Franco, highlighting local artists. Guests are encouraged to dress as their favorite musicians from any era or genre, enhancing the immersive community experience.

About Pipiripau:

ounded in 2011 by brothers Rolando and Heriberto Rubalcava, Pipiripau is a contemporary lifestyle brand rooted in Mexican culture, celebrating heritage through apparel, art, and community events, including Palomazo, Panteón, and the new Palabras. In 2024, Pipiripau received the Entrepreneur of the Year award from the West Ventura County Business Alliance for the Rubalcava brothers’ innovation and community

Petty Party delivers a high-energy, heartfelt tribute to one of the most iconic catalogs in rock history. From the first chord to the final encore, the band captures the sound, spirit, and soul of Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers with stunning authenticity—faithfully recreating the songs that defined generations. Expect a hit-packed evening featuring classics like “American Girl,” “Refugee,” “Free Fallin’,” “I Won’t Back Down,” “Runnin’ Down a Dream,” and many more.

Set against the beautiful outdoor setting of the Solvang Theaterfest garden, this concert is the perfect way to launch the summer series—an evening of great music, great vibes, and timeless songs that invite everyone to sing along. So don’t sit at home and have a pity party… come on out and join the Petty Party as they help kick off Music in the Garden with an evening of Tom Foolery.

The Oxnard arts community will launch Arts, Culture & Creativity Month this April with a vibrant celebration of the newly designated Downtown Oxnard Cultural District, bringing together artists, cultural leaders, and community stakeholders for a dynamic public kickoff event.