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Mark Alan Thallander is a freelance organist and composer best known for his long ministry at the former Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove. He joined the staff there in 1976 and assisted Robert H. and Arvella Schuller with “Hour of Power” television scripting, service programming and musical guests. During his 18-year tenure at the church, Thallander played at many worship services, weddings, memorial services, seasonal concerts, and recording projects, as well as for “Glory of Christmas” and “Glory of Easter” pageants. He presented 1,000 noon organ recitals for guests touring the cathedral campus. Canadian-born pianist Peter Green received his Master of Music and Doctor of Musical Arts degrees with full scholarship from the University of Southern California under the direction of Stewart Gordon. He is chair of the Visual & Performing Arts Division at Glendale College and director of Music at San Marino Community Church. In 1989, he received first prize in the national piano competition of the Canadian Federation of Music Teachers Associations. His 2008 CD of music for piano, horn, and flute was nominated for a Grammy Award. Green and Thailander recorded a 2017 piano/organ CD together. For more information on the free event, contact Nita Sinaga in the Music Department at dsinaga@callutheran.edu.

What has the Presidency of Biden meant for California? How is Governor Newsom doing? What’s he likely to be doing? Where is California headed? A look into the major threats and opportunities facing California, from COVID and climate change to immigration and the economy. Dr. Herbert Gooch is Professor Emeritus of Political Science at California Lutheran University. He formerly served as Director of the Masters in Public Policy and Administration program and Assistant Provost for Graduate Studies at Cal Lutheran. A graduate of U.C. Berkeley in History, he holds a M.B.A in Management and both masters and doctoral degrees in Political Science from U.C.L.A. He has written extensively and is a frequent commentator on political affairs locally and statewide. He has been at Cal Lutheran since 1987 and lives in Newbury Park with his wife. His interests include politics, film and travel. The Fifty and Better program (FAB) was designed to offer university-level courses (no tests, no homework) taught by experts in the field, and to host social engagement activities for individuals 50 years of age and older in our community. When COVID-19 erupted and the first-ever offering of in-person courses had to be postponed indefinitely, we responded by moving the courses to a virtual (online) environment using Zoom. Cost for the two-hour lecture is $8. Register by Friday, March 26 at 3pm.

General Meeting 9am followed by free Program and afternoon Workshop (fee) presented by Marilyn Romatka. Experience the exotic in your own home town; travel to Central Asia in this multi-media presentation. We have all seen Uzbek Ikat on the runway in New York and London, now travel back to Uzbekistan with Marilyn to watch the process of its production. Each thread manipulated, dyed, and woven into exquisite cloth – truly hand-crafted. Afternoon Workshop 1pm-4pm: Members $45. Non-Members $55 Viking Knitting: Trichinopoly on a Dowel Also called “Viking Chain Netting” and “Viking Weaving”, this jewelry technique is done with neither knitting needles nor a loom, but instead with thin wire on a stick! Examples of these chains have been found in various archeological sites in Scandinavia dating back to the 8th century A.D. This technique can be used to make necklaces, bracelets and earrings. The chain looks exquisite and complicated, but the process is simple and straightforward. This is a great portable handicraft you can do on the bus or plane. Materials Fee $38.00 ordered from Marilyn. The product of this class may be viewed at www.taprootfolkarts.com

While following all heath and safety protocols, we can create theatre together! Now in its 51st year of Theatre for Youth classes, the Santa Monica Playhouse Education Conservatory is delighted to offer a one-week Spring Break Theatre Camp for kids 7 to 14. Activities include theatre games, voice and movement, acting, imagination building, writing, costume creation, camera technique, self-confidence, and a video-taped performance compilation created via “Film Day” on the last day of class. Enrollment is very limited – maximum of 12 students per class. “Thank you for teaching me and helping me grow as an actor and person throughout the years. I am eternally grateful for everything you have done for me.” Diana Silvers (Booksmart, Ma, Space Force) IN-PERSON: Monday – Friday, March 29 – April 2, 2021, 9am to 3pm. Not comfortable with in-person events? Join us for our Zoom Theatre Classes, Thurs 4-5pm (Mar 18-Apr 22) or Sat 10-11am (Mar 20-Apr 24). Dues $150 per session. Please email education@santamonicaplayhouse.com for more details and to enroll. Let’s create theatre magic together soon!

Award-winning journalist and popular columnist Starshine Roshell will present Truth Decay – The Battle to Prevent Lies and Misinformation from Overwhelming Reality at the Santa Barbara chapter of the Association for Women in Communications (AWC-SB) meeting on April 7, 5:30 p.m. to be held via Zoom. The public is welcome to attend. Be it Russian trolls planting fake narratives, conspiracy theorists colluding against a perceived enemy, or well-meaning citizens sharing misleading memes, the current deluge of information has made it all too easy to disseminate fiction and falsehoods that can topple businesses, spread pandemics, and even undermine democracy. Veteran newswoman, educator, and truth-talker Ms. Roshell will share a look at how we got here, why it matters and the small-but-powerful things one can do to help. A passionate storyteller, award-winning journalist, and content producer for LinkedIn Learning, Ms. Roshell worked at The Hollywood Reporter before joining the Santa Barbara News-Press as a news reporter, arts critic, and Sunday columnist—but resigned with dozens of colleagues in 2006 over the publisher’s breaches of journalistic ethics. Named Best Columnist by Santa Barbara Independent readers for 11 years running, she has written for national magazines, interviewed scads of celebs, and taught journalism at UCSB and Santa Barbara City College. She won the AWC’s national Headliner Award in 2019, and the local chapter’s Woman of Achievement award in 2011. Her most recent book is Lather, Rage, Repeat: Frank Talk on Night Sweats, Day Drinking & Twitler. The meeting also will include its Member Spotlight portion. April’s focus is on Geri Weis-Corbley, founder and CEO of Good News Network, a positive news website launched in 1997, after working for 10 years in television news in Washington, DC. Attendees will learn more about her business, which has an average of 2 million people every month receiving uplifting news at GNN.org—ranked #1 on Google for good news—or through her app and free newsletter. There is no meeting charge for AWC-SB members; there is a $10 charge for nonmembers. Register at https://www.womcom.org/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=903060&item_id=1396751 to receive a link to the meeting.

Join us for The Changing Faces of Ventura County: Women Taking the Lead, a special Museum of Ventura County Zoom program on Wednesday, March 31st from 6:30-8:00 PM. This online program is free but requires advanced registration. In honor of National Women’s History month, the Museum of Ventura County will host a panel discussion with elected leaders from all 10 cities in Ventura County. At no other time in history have so many women held elected office in Ventura County. Currently, in 2021, the County has 23 women elected to serve as supervisors, mayors, and councilmembers. This panel will be moderated by Dr. Trudy Tuttle Arriaga, Associate Dean of Equity and Outreach, Program Director, Oxnard & Main Campus M.A. in Educational Leadership & Distinguished Educator in Residence from California Lutheran University and the recent co-author of Leading While Female. The discussion will provide candid observations by 10 dedicated and passionate civic leaders. City representatives participating include: Councilmember Susan Santangelo, City of Camarillo Councilmember Christina Villasenor, City of Fillmore, Mayor Janice Parvin, City of Moorpark, Mayor Betsy Stix, City of Ojai, Councilmember Vianey Lopez, City of Oxnard, Councilmember Laura Hernandez, City of Port Hueneme, Councilmember Leslie Cornejo, City of Santa Paula, Councilmember Ruth Luevanos, City of Simi Valley, Mayor Claudia Bill-de la Pena, City of Thousand Oaks, Mayor Sofia Rubalcava, City of Ventura. Join us to learn about their motivation to serve their communities, their trials, and triumphs as elected officials, and most importantly their hopes and aspirations for the future. “I am so inspired that in a time of extreme challenges, local women have answered the call to serve and support their communities through elected office,” stated Denise Sindelar, Deputy Director of the Museum of Ventura County. For more information, please email Denise Sindelar at dsindelar@venturamuseum.org.

A guided tasting and virtual fundraiser benefiting the Santa Barbara School of Squash (SBSOS). SBSOS is a non-profit after school program serving low-income students through the sport of squash and education. For Santa Barbara area locals, purchase of the Connoisseur and above tickets includes wines by Lincourt Vineyards and Foley Estates Vineyard and Winery and chocolate truffles by Jessica Foster Confections as well as SBSOS party favors. FREE DELIVERY of the items with purchase of VIP Connoisseur tickets. You can join us from anywhere in the world with the $25 Designated Driver ticket. PLUS...Music by Jason Libs and exclusive items in the silent auction. Also, we're still looking for more premier sponsors and in-kind donations for the auction. For questions and inquiries, please contact Executive Director Robert Graham at robert@sbsos.org

A background briefing on the unfolding crisis in the Ukraine.

What are the historical roots of Russo-Ukrainian relations and why a crisis now? What does Putin want? Why are the US and NATO backing Ukraine? What is the game being played; who are the players; what are the stakes? What moves might Putin and the West next play?
Herbert Gooch, Ph.D., is Professor Emeritus of Political Science at California Lutheran University. He formerly served as Director of the Masters in Public Policy and Administration program and Assistant Provost for Graduate Studies at Cal Lutheran. A graduate of U.C. Berkeley in History, he holds a M.B.A in Management and both masters and doctoral degrees in Political Science from U.C.L.A.

He has written extensively and is a frequent commentator on political affairs locally and statewide. He has been at Cal Lutheran since 1987 and lives in Newbury Park with his wife. His interests include politics, film and travel.

Fifty and Better was designed to offer university-level courses and lectures (no tests, no homework) taught by experts in the field, and to host social engagement activities for individuals age 50 and older.

The San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden is having our annual Art in the Garden Show and Spring Plant Sale on Saturday March 26th and Sunday March 27th from 10am-5pm daily.

The San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden is having a Free Admission Day on Saturday, March 26th from 10am-5pm.