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Join us for a special night of music, heritage, and generosity - benefiting Los Adobes De Los Rancheros and Solvang Theaterfest.
Ryan Bingham is a Grammy and Academy Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician known for his cinematic storytelling and genre-spanning sound, blending folk, blues, country, rock, and mariachi. Since emerging with his acclaimed 2007 debut Mescalito, Bingham has built a reputation for deeply lived-in songs and commanding live performances.
VIP Ticket — $375 The full evening experience. Enjoy an exclusive pre-show reception (5:30–7:00 PM) with hosted appetizers and cocktails by Whiskey 'N Rye Smokehouse, premium reserved seating, and first access to this intimate performance.
Preferred Ticket — $275 Reserved seating for the performance.
Doors Open at 7:30 PM · Live Auction 8:00 PM · Performance to follow.

Presentation on The Fauna and Flora of Vandenberg Space Force Base. Local plant specimen display/brief meeting prior to presentation by biologists Jessica Griffiths and Victor Garcia Balderas.

A brave reminder that choosing yourself isn’t betrayal, it’s truth-telling.
Kerry Docherty—co-founder of the lifestyle clothing brand Faherty—takes the stage to discuss “Selfish: Unlearning, Reclaiming & Telling the Truth,” her provocative memoir. She’ll be joined in conversation by Molly Rosen, the founder of the Brooklyn Writers Collective, an international creative community devoted to the power of personal narrative, and actor Jordana Brewster.
After years spent prioritizing other people’s needs (her husband, their business, their children) over her own, Kerry reached a threshold she was ready to cross: putting herself first.
Determined to feel seen—as an artist, activist, poet, romantic—she began to steal simple moments for herself, replacing her to-do lists with poems, pushing the business towards the things she cared about, and widening her circle of creative friends. However, as she leaned more deeply into her passions and purpose, she found herself veering into an ambiguous relationship with a musician, a potentially destructive direction that would seriously test her marriage.
With incisive observation, biting humor, and searing honesty, “Selfish” details Kerry’s twisting, sometimes conflicted journey to self-understanding. It chronicles her efforts to reconcile capitalism with her own heart’s desire, her complicated family dynamics, her struggles with motherhood, and her efforts to rediscover parts of herself buried under other people’s expectations.

Santa Barbara Public Library and UCSB Library present a free lecture by Melanie Cervantes, artist and cultural worker. A co-founder of Dignidad Rebelde, a graphic arts collaboration that produces screen prints, political posters and multimedia projects that are grounded in Third World and Indigenous movements, Melanie will discuss her work as a visual artist, inspired by the people around her and her communities’ desire for radical social transformation.

This event may be photographed or recorded.

Image Description: Image of Melanie Cervantes working on a graphic print

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.

California Coastal Horse Rescue (CCHR), a nonprofit dedicated to saving, rehabilitating, and rehoming horses in need, will host its annual Help a Horse Day celebration on Sunday, April 26, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the rescue ranch located at 600 W. Lomita Avenue in Ojai. The event promises a joyful day for horse lovers, families, and community members of all ages, with proceeds supporting the care and rehabilitation of rescued horses.

Help a Horse Day is a national awareness day dedicated to spotlighting the vital work of equine rescue organizations. CCHR’s celebration transforms this important cause into an unforgettable community gathering entirely focused on the horses.

Food vendors will be on site serving up delicious fare throughout the day, and Ojai Ice Cream will be on hand to keep things cool and sweet. Adults looking to raise a glass to the horses can visit the CCHR “Hope, Hops & Horses” Beer Garden, where every sip supports the rescue’s mission.

EVENT DETAILS
California Coastal Horse Rescue — Help a Horse Day
Sunday, April 26, 2026 | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
600 W. Lomita Avenue, Ojai, California
Admission: $10 Adults | Free for children 10 years and under | Free parking
For more information, visit: www.californiacoastalhorserescue.com


About California Coastal Horse Rescue

California Coastal Horse Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to rescuing horses from neglect, abuse, and slaughter. Based in Ojai, California, CCHR provides comprehensive rehabilitation services and works to place horses in safe, loving forever homes. The organization relies entirely on the generosity of donors, volunteers, and community supporters to continue its lifesaving work.

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.