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In the Cal Lutheran School of Management PRiME Competition, students showcase their class projects that support the global sustainable development goals under the Principles of Responsible Management Education established by the United Nations. Students demonstrate how organizations balance economic and sustainability goals and develop innovative solutions. The public can view the recorded student projects online and cast their votes for the People’s Choice Award any time between April 21 and 28. The awards presentation beginning at 6 p.m. PST April 28. Register at CalLutheran.edu/prime. For more information, see the website or contact Susan Wood at swood@callutheran.edu or 805-493-3091.

Premiere gourmet food trucks the first Thursday of the month. Featuring great eats, international cuisine, live entertainment and dance performances!

The Santa Monica Bay Audubon Society (SMBAS) hosts Malibu Lagoon Field Trips the 4th Sunday of every month.

Adult Walk starts at 8:30 a.m. for 2-3 hrs. The group meets at the metal-shaded viewing area next to parking lot. SMBAS makes a special effort to make our monthly Malibu Lagoon walks attractive to first-time and beginner birdwatchers. Brings binoculars and cameras.

Children and Parents Walk starts at 10:00 a.m. for a 1 hr session. Meet at metal-shaded viewing area next to parking lot. SMBAS leaders are experienced with kids so by all means bring them down to the beach to enjoy nature. Binoculars will be provided.

If you have a Scout troop or other group 7 or larger, please call Lu at 310.395.6235 to make sure SMBAS has enough binoculars and docents on hand.

Directions: Malibu Lagoon is located at the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and Cross Creek Road in Malibu. Bring water and sun protection; look around for people wearing binoculars and hats.

Parking: Self-serve parking machine in lot, $3/hr, $12 day ($11 seniors); credit cards accepted. Annual passes accepted. You may also park (read all signs carefully) on PCH west of Cross Creek Road, on Cross Creek Road, or on Civic Center.Way north (inland) of the shopping center. Lagoon parking in shopping center lots is not permitted.

Join us for Free Family Day at the Santa Paula Art Museum on the first Sunday of every month from 12:00pm to 3:00pm! In addition to enjoying our current exhibits, you’ll experience hands-on art activities for the whole family, with local artists sharing new ideas and projects each month.

On Sunday, September 1, 2019, join us for "Super Symbols" - an exploration of ancient symbols used by indigenous cultures. The event will introduce teaching artist Gabriel Cardenas as he launches his year-long artist residency with the Museum as leader of the new Teen Art Group, a free, weekly art experience for teens.

During Free Family Day, Gabriel will lead a group-paint mural project as well as individual activities for everyone! Admission is free, all are welcome, and all materials will be provided.

The Santa Paula Art Museum’s Free Family Days also coincide with Free First Sunday at all of Santa Paula's museums. Santa Paula’s four museums are all located along a one-mile stretch of the city’s historic downtown, and all four museums offer free admission on the first Sunday of every month.

Make a day of it and visit the Santa Paula Art Museum, the Agriculture Museum, the Aviation Museum of Santa Paula, and the California Oil Museum for free. Hours and activities will vary by location, so be sure to check each museum’s website for full details.

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.