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“The Otherworld” is an exhibit of paintings that depict alternative realities. It seeks common ground among psychedelic explorations of the California hippie movement, science fiction, fantasy, spiritual visions and artistic conceptions of how the world might be re-created.

Artist reception is Thursday, December 2, 2021

The exhibit features paintings by Cal Lutheran faculty members Tim Hengst and Michael Pearce in addition to Thomas Akawie, Mandy Cao, David Choong Lee, Chang Dai Chien, Uriél Danā, Roger Dean, Jeff Echevarria, NoMe Edonna, Dawid Figielek, Alex Grey, Rick Griffin, Gonzalo Hernandez, Utagawa Hiroshige I, Jacaeber Kastor, Guy Kinnear, Mars-1, Bill Martin, Brian Mashburn, Cliff McReynolds, Jasmine Alexandra O, Scott Prior, Damon Soule, Daniel Sprick, John August Swanson, Gage Taylor, Graham Toms, Oliver Vernon, Charles Francis Winans and Kirsten Zirngibl. Pearce curated the exhibit.

Carnegie Art Cornerstones and Cal Lutheran’s Artists and Speakers Series are sponsoring the free exhibit.

For more information, visit RollandGallery.CalLutheran.edu or contact Rachel Schmid at rtschmid@callutheran.edu or 805-493-3697.

Cal Lutheran Visitor Policies: At this time, the following policies are in place for visitors to Cal Lutheran: Everyone, regardless of vaccination status, must wear face masks in indoor public or common spaces on campus. Everyone coming on campus must fill out the Visitor Health Check Form prior to arriving. People who are not feeling well — particularly those who have a fever, cough, sore throat or any other cold or flu symptoms — are asked to stay home. The Visitor Health Check Form is available online at callutheran.edu/visitors. These policies may change. Please check callutheran.edu/visitors for the latest policies before visiting campus.

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The Ventura County Genealogical Society presents Free Family History Presentations Online with Zoom Saturday, December 18, 2021, 1-4 pm https://venturacogensoc.org/this-month/ 1:00 pm Presenter: Jean Wilcox Hibben “Ghosts of Christmas Past: Traditions of our Ancestors” This program connects some of our more common traditions in the United States to their beginnings during the time of our ancestors of various cultures and countries. Jean Wilcox Hibben; Ph.D., MA, former So. Cal. college speech professor (MA – Speech Communication; Ph.D. – Folklore), is a national speaker and author. A member of the DAR, she is the former director and current staff trainer for the Corona, CA Family History Center, has worked on background research for two genealogy television programs, and hosts podcasts, with a couple of other genealogists, under the moniker Genealogy Journeys® (https://genjourneys.podbean.com). Presenter: Thomas MacEntee “Self-Publishing for Genealogists and Genealogy Societies” Learn the ins and outs of the self-publishing world, including vendors and providers, the self-publishing process, and even how to format your printed work for e-book selling. Both genealogists and genealogical societies can benefit significantly from the “print on demand” methodology, which is revolutionizing the publishing world. What happens when a “tech guy” with a love for history gets laid off during The Great Recession of 2008? You get me, Thomas MacEntee, a genealogy professional, blogger, educator, author, social media connector, marketer, network builder, and more. After a 25-year career in the information technology field, Thomas was laid off, so he started his own genealogy-related business called High Definition Genealogy. Currently, Thomas shares many of his articles and videos for free at GenealogyBargains.com! All our monthly lectures and workshops are free to our members and the public. Non-members should request a Zoom invitation here https://venturacogensoc.org/request-invitation-to-lecture/

Beginning in 1876, Fred Harvey opened his first railroad eating house, which would become America's first chain restaurant. Part of what distinguished these establishments was the service of the well-mannered and respectable Harvey Girls and the architectural designs of Mary Colter.

Located in the Southwest along the Santa Fe Railway, these restaurants and hotels aimed for both luxury and cohesion within the varying spectacular landscapes. In this lecture, we look at some of Mary Colter's designs such as the Bright Angel Lodge and Phantom Ranch complexes at the Grand Canyon, La Posada Hotel in Winslow, Arizona, and the Harvey Restaurant at Union Station in Los Angeles.

Katherine E. Zoraster is an Art Historian and a Professor of Art History at several local colleges specializing in Western art from the Renaissance to the 20th century. She graduated with a double major in English Literature and Art History from the University of California, Los Angeles. Following her undergraduate degree, she received a Master’s Degree with Distinction in Art History from the California State University at Northridge.

The Fifty and Better program 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 age 50 and older.

A virtual visit with the Japanese American National Museum’s on-going exhibition Common Ground: The Heart of Community. This object-based guided visual presentation will chronologically explore the Japanese American experience from the 1860s through the post-war era. Space is limited to the first 60 registrants. The Fifty and Better program 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 age 50 and older.

Judith Sanchez Lopez, general manager at Jafra USA, is an international leader with more than 28 years of experience in the beauty and cosmetics industry. She has launched and driven business growth in South America, Asia and the United States. Gerhard Apfelthaler, dean of the School of Management, will ask her questions. Free registration at CalLutheran.edu/forward is required. For more information, contact Susan Wood at swood@CalLutheran.edu or 805-493-3091.Cal Lutheran Visitor Policies:

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Live presentations from experts will cover a range of topics including the early history of trolls, the stories of Finnish immigrant women and Sami culture. Cal Lutheran and the Scandinavian American Cultural & Historical Foundation are sponsoring the free event and the Barbro Osher Pro Suecia Foundation and Norway House Foundation in San Francisco provided generous grants.

Registration is required. For registration information and a full schedule, visit https://scandinaviancenter.org/ or contact nordicspiritclassics@gmail.com.Cal Lutheran Visitor Policies:

Event information is subject to change. Please visit callutheran.edu/events before attending to verify details. ### MEDIA NOTE: For photos, contact Karin Grennan at kgrennan@callutheran.edu or 805-493-3512.

Dana Rouse will sing Vaughan Williams' “Ten Blake Songs for Soprano and Oboe” as well as “Landscapes,” a song cycle for piano, cello, violin and soprano. Pianist Soon Kim, oboe player Lynn Olson and others will join Rouse in sharing some rarely heard chamber music pieces.

A mezzo-soprano, Rouse has been performing for more than 25 years and particularly enjoys chamber music. She has sung with the Westlake Village Chamber Music Society, Fall of Ai Concert Series, Westlake Village Symphony, Areté Vocal Ensemble and Los Robles Master Chorale. She currently sings alto with the women's vocal quartet Seraphour. Donations will be accepted.

Audience members must show proof of full vaccination for COVID-19. For more information, call the Music Department at 805-493-3306 or visit CalLutheran.edu/music.

Cal Lutheran Visitor Policies: At this time, the following policies are in place for visitors to Cal Lutheran: Everyone, regardless of vaccination status, must wear face masks in indoor public or common spaces on campus. Everyone coming on campus must fill out the Visitor Health Check Form prior to arriving. People who are not feeling well — particularly those who have a fever, cough, sore throat or any other cold or flu symptoms — are asked to stay home. The Visitor Health Check Form is available online at callutheran.edu/visitors. These policies may change.

Please check callutheran.edu/visitors for the latest policies before visiting campus. Event information is subject to change. Please visit callutheran.edu/events before attending to verify details. ### MEDIA NOTE: Contact Karin Grennan at kgrennan@callutheran.edu or 805-493-3512.

Brought to you by the Museum of Ventura County in partnership with De Colores Multicultural Folk Arts. Las Posadas, (The Inns in Spanish) is a Latinx traditional holiday that commemorates the biblical journey of Mary and Joseph from Nazareth to Bethlehem in search of lodging and a safe refuge for Mary to give birth to Jesus. After nine days of searching for lodging (Las Posadas are celebrated December 16th through 24th, representing the nine (9) days), an Innkeeper gave Mary and Joseph shelter in a stable as there was no room at the inns. A traditional procession always is refused lodging continuing to other waypoints. This year we will begin with a candlelight procession in memory of those we have lost during the pandemic and have experienced undue hardships. The gathering will start at 6:00 p.m., at the Universalist Utilitarian Church in the heart of historic downtown Santa Paula with Rev. Maddie Sifantus, who will begin with a convocation. The procession will be led by Javier Gómez and Lorenzo Lencho Moraza with traditional Las Posadas music provided by Inlakech Cultural Arts Center and De Colores Music youth groups. Mayor Rev. Jenny Crosswhite of First Christian Church, Elvia Hernandez of Esperanza/Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, and Pastor Lupita Alonso of El Buen Pastor Church will participate. Sheet music will be provided in Spanish, courtesy of Javier Gómez, and participants are encouraged to sing along. The walk will end at the Agriculture Museum (approximately 6:50 p.m.) for more singing and music, luminary treat bags for the youth, and a life-size nativity scene. See procession route for more details. This event takes place outdoors at night, so flashlights, warm clothing, and comfortable footwear are highly recommended. Procession Route: Begin at 6:00 p.m. Universalist Utilitarian Church at 740 East Main Street heading eastbound take a left on N. Mills St. Cross over So. Santa Barbara St. and the railroad tracks to the city park area in front of the Museum of Ventura County’s Agriculture Museum at 926 Railroad Ave. Route distance covers half a mile. Waypoints TBA.

University organist Adan Fernandez will perform music from Bach, Buxtehude, Widor and Vierne as well as improvisations on popular themes. Donations will be accepted. Audience members must show proof of full vaccination for COVID-19. For information, call the Music Department at 805-493-3306 or visit CalLutheran.edu/music. Cal Lutheran Visitor Policies: At this time, the following policies are in place for visitors to Cal Lutheran: Everyone, regardless of vaccination status, must wear face masks in indoor public or common spaces on campus. Everyone coming on campus must fill out the Visitor Health Check Form prior to arriving. People who are not feeling well — particularly those who have a fever, cough, sore throat or any other cold or flu symptoms — are asked to stay home. The Visitor Health Check Form is available online at callutheran.edu/visitors. These policies may change. Please check callutheran.edu/visitors for the latest policies before visiting campus. Event information is subject to change. Please visit callutheran.edu/events before attending to verify details. ### MEDIA NOTE: Contact Karin Grennan at kgrennan@callutheran.edu or 805-493-3512.

The COVID-19 pandemic renewed interest in the global history of infectious diseases. This year’s lecture series presented by History Department faculty and other experts focuses on different periods in world history when societies faced pandemics and their consequences.

Cal Lutheran history professor Michaela Reaves, who specializes in American history with an emphasis on socio-cultural history, will address the history of smallpox. Whether the Bard meant “a plague” or “the pox,” both served as a warning of dire results. Smallpox can be traced through history from the mummy of Ramses V up to 1980, when the disease was considered eradicated. Through 3,000 years of contagion, variolation or vaccine, the disease maintained a death rate of 30% and affected both the “Old” and “New” worlds.

Cal Lutheran, the Thousand Oaks Grant R. Brimhall Library and Ventura County Library are sponsoring the free series, and the Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation provided grant funding. Registration is required.

For more information, visit CalLutheran.edu or contact David Nelson at dnelson@CalLutheran.edu. Cal Lutheran Visitor Policies: At this time, the following policies are in place for visitors to Cal Lutheran: Everyone, regardless of vaccination status, must wear face masks in indoor public or common spaces on campus. Everyone coming on campus must fill out the Visitor Health Check Form prior to arriving. People who are not feeling well — particularly those who have a fever, cough, sore throat or any other cold or flu symptoms — are asked to stay home. The Visitor Health Check Form is available online at callutheran.edu/visitors. These policies may change. Please check callutheran.edu/visitors for the latest policies before visiting campus. Event information is subject to change. Please visit callutheran.edu/events before attending to verify details. ### MEDIA NOTE: Contact Karin Grennan at kgrennan@callutheran.edu or 805-493-3512.