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On location at the Museum of Natural History Gladwin Planetarium, learn to recognize the constellations of the night sky and track the motions of planets. Additional topics from astronomy and mythology will be used to help us to understand our place in the universe. Unravel the Secrets of the Night Sky takes place on Wednesdays, starting March 30 through April 13. Classes will be held 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Course ID: 24129 Date: Wednesdays, March 30 - April 13 Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Format: In-Person Location: Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History: Gladwin Planetarium Class cost: $19 Instructor: Krissie Cook Contact: Register online at https://www.sbcc.edu/ExtendedLearning. For assistance with registration, call (805) 683-8205.

SBCC School of Extended Learning, Older Adults Basic oil painting skills are explored through practice and demonstration. This course seeks to coordinate the creative process with the fundamental skill set necessary to make successful oil paintings. Special emphasis is placed on the social interaction and critical thinking aspects inherent in group studio arts classes. The pace of demonstrations and lectures are suited to the needs and abilities of individual students including frequent review of new concepts. Peer critique helps maximize social interaction and encourage problem solving. Beginning Oil Painting: For Older Adults takes place on Tuesdays March 15 through May 10. Classes will be held 6:00 PM – 8:50 PM. Course number: CRAO NC101 (CRN 68221) Date: Tuesdays, March 15 - May 10 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:50 PM Format: In-Person Location: Wake 7 Class cost: Free Contact: Register online at https://www.sbcc.edu/ExtendedLearning. For assistance with registration, call (805) 683-8205. About SBCC School of Extended Learning The School of Extended Learning responds to the diverse learning needs of the adult population in the Santa Barbara community by advancing career and life skills, and building bridges to credit. SBCC Older Adults courses are offered tuition-free to community members and offer a wide variety of topics taught by skilled professionals in each subject. Our classes are specifically designed for adults age 55 and over, and offer a welcoming and engaging environment for students of all levels. Students develop mental acuity and physical dexterity while learning and honing new skills in a variety of topics.

SBCC School of Extended Learning, Older Adults Basic oil painting skills are explored through practice and demonstration for the older adult. This course seeks to coordinate the creative process with the fundamental skill set necessary to make successful oil paintings. Special emphasis is placed on the social interaction and critical thinking aspects inherent in group studio arts classes. Frequent review of new concepts occur through lectures and demonstrations. The pace of demonstrations and lectures are suited to the needs and abilities of individual students including frequent review of new concepts. Peer critique help is utilized to maximize social interaction and encourage problem solving. Beginning Oil Painting: For Older Adults takes place on Wednesdays March 16 through May 11. Classes will be held 9:00 AM – 11:50 AM. Course number: CRAO NC101 (CRN 65671) Date: Wednesdays, March 16 - May 11 Time: 9:00 AM – 11:50 AM Format: In-Person Location: Wake 7 Class cost: Free Contact: Register online at https://www.sbcc.edu/ExtendedLearning. For assistance with registration, call (805) 683-8205.

The Museum of Ventura County has been partnering with the county library to bring in-person Story Time. We’re welcoming you back to the Museum for the first one of the year. We’ll be starting at 3pm, so kids will have time to come right after school. Join us for stories, then play and learn in the Chumash Garden and Evelyn and Howard Boroughs Children’s Garden, a fabulous and FREE outing for ALL! Another reason to rejoice, this will be our very first bilingual Story Time at the Museum!

Ventura, California. February 15, 2022; Namba Performing Arts Space is thrilled to present the HOTH 4tet featuring Hans Ottsen on Saturday March 12, 2022 at 7:00 pm at Namba Performing Arts Space, 47 S. Oak St., Ventura, CA. Tickets for this show are $20 and may be purchased through the website https://nambaarts.com. Please note that proof of vaccination or Covid test must be presented to enter.

A spring auction to raise funds for the Eastside Holiday Parade and Halloween Trick or Treat. Coming under the auctioneers hammer will be an Easter basket and a St Patricks Day basket both packed full of gift certificates and relevant treats for all the family. Local radio personality Drew Wakefield will oversee the event.

On March 22nd at 7:00 PM, the Ventura County Interfaith Community will explore Shinto, an ancient indigenous Japanese religious tradition, with Dr. Bill Garlington, adjunct professor in the Extended Education Program at California Sate University Channel Islands and head of the Adult Education Ministry at Camarillo United Methodist Church. The forum, which will be hosted via Zoom can be accessed by clicking on the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85878084694?pwd=eVJOeDN1aWN4K1lTQlh0SWd3SEpOZz09. Or, you can join by phone by dialing 669 900 6833 and entering the meeting ID (858 7808 4694) and passcode (269466) when prompted. The forum is offered free of charge, and all are welcome, so pass the word to friends and family who may be interested!

Join the Newbury Park High School Band as they present the 12th annual Newbury Park Jazz Festival on Saturday, March 19th, 2022. Middle and High School Jazz Bands and Combos from all over Southern California will meet in the NPHS Performing Arts Center to perform for a panel of world class adjudicators. In addition to all of the school bands performing, we are proud to present an outstanding noon concert with Jeff Babko and Friends. Jeff is joined by Brandon Fields (saxophone), Walt Fowler (trumpet), Jimmy Johnson (bass), and Chad Wackerman (drums). Admission is $10 for day which includes access to all performances and venues. Tickets will be available at the door and we will have concessions throughout the day. The Newbury Park Jazz Festival has grown to be one of the premiere jazz education events in the area. You won’t want to miss out!

SBCC School of Extended Learning, Career Skills Institute New class! Imagine if your career and the work that you do in the world, was providing benefits to soil, water, wildlife, humans and repairing whole ecosystems. What if you could actually be paid to restore the planet in real and tangible ways? This course will give you the fundamentals in getting you started in the profession of ecological landscaping. Enjoy a balance of hands-on learning, interactive slides, expert guest presenters, group work and local site visits. In this course you will learn how to apply ecological and environmental principles to design regenerative landscapes that are locally sustainable, require reduced inputs and lower costs. Ecological Landscape Design 1 is offered April 12 - April 21. Students who successfully complete both courses receive an entry level ecological landscape certificate granted by the State of California. Ecological Landscape Design 2 takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 26 - May 5. Classes will be held 5:30 PM – 7:50 PM. Course number: EHV NC011 (CRN 68289) Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 26 - May 5 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:50 PM Format: In-person Location: Wake 26 Class cost: Free Contact: Register online at https://www.sbcc.edu/ExtendedLearning. For assistance with registration, call (805) 683-8205. About SBCC School of Extended Learning The School of Extended Learning responds to the diverse learning needs of the adult population in the Santa Barbara community by advancing career and life skills, and building bridges to credit. SBCC Career Skills Institute is part of the programs offered through the School of Extended Learning. The innovative program is endorsed by LinkedIn® and serves job seekers, employers and employees with a tuition–free, noncredit certificate program to provide career training for employees and job seekers. Participants can earn certificates and digital badges demonstrating knowledge and skills in over 60 areas of business, design, technology, and career education. For more information, visit www.sbcc.edu/ExtendedLearning.

Join OPAC and Viejitos Car Club on April 2nd, 2022 from 8AM to 2PM for our first ever RUMMAGE SALE! Admission is FREE and we have plenty of parking. We'll have have live music, raffles, food trucks, and more! There are 3 ways to participate - 1. Come as a vendor for just $25 (see registration link below). 2. Come shop! 3. Donate your unwanted items to OPAC. Drop off- times are from M-F from 12-4 pm at the Box Office or by appointment. Contact us at info@oxnardperformingarts.com or 805-385-8147. Proceeds benefit OPAC's youth programming. https://form.jotform.com/220706242218144