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Studio Channel Islands Art Center (SCIART) kicks off the holiday season with its annual holiday fair and festival, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Dec. 3, and continues noon to 4 p.m., Dec. 4. Enjoy unique gift shopping this holiday season for your family and friends while browsing through 40 professional artists studios and additional guest vendors! There will be free activities for kids, delicious food and treats available for purchase, and craft beer and wine. Admission is free and plenty of parking will be available. Visit studiochannelislands.org or call 805-383-1368 for full details.

On November 20th, Walk 3to9 is asking our Walkers, Crewmembers, Survivors and Sponsors from around the country to join us in-person OR virtually as we walk, run, hike, or bike to help end breast cancer! As a participant you'll receive a Walk 3to9 bundle, which includes a limited-edition bandana, swag bag, custom walker bib, and social media toolkit to help you share your experience with the Walk 3to9 online community. Together we’re committed to reach our fundraising goal of $50,000 because even with all of the changes happening over the last two years, one thing is certain – Walk 3to9 is ready to join the fight and make a difference.

The Santa Barbara International Orchid Show is pleased to announce a triumphant return three years after an abrupt cancellation due to State mandates at the onset of Covid limiting crowds to no larger than 250 at any events within California.

The Santa Barbara International Orchid Show is one of the oldest, largest, and most prestigious orchid shows in the United States!

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WHO: The 75th Annual International Orchid Show
When: March 10th to 12th, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: The Earl Warren Showgrounds in Santa Barbara, California: 3400 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Contact: pr@sborchidshow.com
Tickets: https://sborchidshow.com/tickets-2023/
Number: 805 403 1533

The Santa Barbara International Orchid Show is BACK at last! March 10th - 12th, 2023, but Post-Pandemic, it Needs Public Support to Fully Bloom Again!

The abrupt cancellation of the 2020 show has left the beloved event with an uncertain future; the non-profit implores the public to consider making a tax-deductible donation in support of the world of beauty that nourishes the hearts and minds of all.

The 75th Annual International Orchid Show will take place on March 10th to 12th, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., at the Earl Warren Showgrounds in Santa Barbara, California, with the theme “Orchids - The Adventure Returns.” As this beautiful event rises from the ashes, organizers implore orchid lovers to consider a tax-deductible donation to support the staging of the 2023 show and more importantly, secure its future.

The Santa Barbara International Orchid Show is one of the oldest, largest, and most prestigious orchid shows in the United States. Every year until 2020, visitors have returned to delight in grand orchid displays installed by local, national, and international artisans and orchid enthusiasts.

Exhibits of orchid art, photography, and floral arrangements and a comprehensive workshop and demonstration schedule provide visitors with a rich and unique orchid experience.

A performance of Handel's "Messiah" with orchestra, soloists, and the audience as the chorus. Bring your own scores. A benefit for Unity Shoppe.

As always, the Marketplace will be filled with a large variety of goods for sale including handcrafted gifts, toys, antiques, furniture, jewelry, clothing, plants, musical instruments, household items including quilts, kitchenware, and chinaware, among other treasures. Of special note are the 25 cent and $1 tables at Granny’s Attic, the booth operated by the museum.

Local baker and native Carpinterian Christina Welch, founder of Dinkelbrot, will be selling Einkorn, an ancient grain bread. Hearty, dense, and made from spelt, Einkorn is original wheat that has not been genetically modified unlike today's wheat that causes stomach issues such as bloating, gluten sensitivity, and celiac disease. For more information or orders, Welch can be contacted on Instagram @dinkelbrot_carpinteria or (805) 451-1327.

The free admission to the Marketplace also includes music by the Sweet Strings Sisters. Michele Harris-Padrón and Christi Hudson are the acoustic duo of the Sweet Strings Sisters. The two former educators play folk, traditional, oldies, and original tunes. Find more information at facebook.com/sweetstringsisters. The duo will play from 10 to 11:30 am, followed by Mavis Hansen and her talented group of ukulele players from 11:45am to 1:15pm.

Hot dogs, cold beverages, and snacks will be available for purchase.

For more information, call the museum at (805) 684-3112 or visit carpinteriahistoricalmuseum.org. The first Marketplace for 2023 is scheduled for Feb. 25

"Deeper Than the Skin," a Community Forum of music, storytelling, and deeper engagement about race featuring two folk musician friends -- a Black man from the North and a white man raised in the South-- will be presented via Zoom at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 9.

The show is described as not a concert for entertainment or an evening of talk, but rather as a deepening connection with two musicians whose songs and stories of struggle and shared humanity move people to reconsider what they can do to help others find common ground about race.

In "Deeper Than the Skin," Reggie Harris, born and raised in Philadelphia's inner city, says he never experienced anything in the first 25 years of his life as a Black person that made him comfortable in his own skin, and he went on to devote his life to enlightenment and reconciliation. Greg Greenway, who grew up in Richmond, Va., recalls how little he knew in his youth about the history of slavery while he lived in a city whose towering monuments celebrated Civil War generals. He moved to Boston and learned lessons about humanity from his music idols that inspired him to do the same for whoever would listen.

Harris and Greenway, friends for 30 years, began their collaboration on "Deeper Than the Skin" in 2017. Their songs and stories are a journey through their experiences with race. "Don't be worried that you'll be preached at," a member of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Wilmington, North Carolina, wrote in advance of the duo's appearance there. "This is an event of sharing and reflection, music and deep thought."

Reggie Harris co-leads tours through hallowed civil rights grounds of the South as Music Education Director of the Living Legacy Project of the Unitarian Universalist Association. Greg Greenway was part of the planning committee of Marching in the Arc of Justice, a 2015 Unitarian Universalist conference in Alabama commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery voting rights march.

The Dec. 9 event is presented by Chalice Community Forum, a program of Chalice Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of the Conejo Valley. To attend via Zoom, register in advance at forum.chaliceuu.org. The suggested donation to support Community Forum programs is $10 per person or $15 for a family. For information, visit the registration website or contact Randall Edwards via e-mail at forum@chaliceuu.org, or through the church office at (805) 498-9548.

Celebrate this magical season with your family and friends at our Holiday Dinner and Tour including our An American Christmas Story exhibit. This spectacular evening of wonderful holiday performers, live magnificent music, and delectable gourmet food will be a perfect way to celebrate!

Tour the Ronald Reagan Presidential Museum and our much anticipated exhibit, An American Christmas Story exhibit from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. An American Christmas Story is an exhibition curated by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum. In this brand-new, never-before-seen 5,000 square foot Christmas exhibit, come and explore some of the fascinating holiday traditions and the unique expressions of the holidays from all 50 States and all of the American Territories. With over 60 trees on display, you’ll be sure to enjoy this whimsical holiday setting, which includes Christmas trees decorated in themes derived from each state. Artifacts from around the world, including rarely seen items from the Reagan Family’s very own Christmas trees, will also be on display during this special event. The exhibit will additionally display Hanukkah Menorahs given to the President at the White House during the 1980s. Photographers will be available in our winter wonderland for capturing your family holiday photos and Santa will be visiting the exhibit for photos, too!

Enjoy a three-course holiday dinner under the wings of Air Force One. Self-guided tours of the Air Force One will be available from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Festive holiday attire is suggested. This is a perfect occasion to bring your employees to show your appreciation for their services throughout the year.

This all-inclusive offer is only $75.00 for adults and $40.00 for children ages 3-10 years old (under 3 are free). There will be an additional charge of $14.95 per highchair. Reservations are limited and must be made by Tuesday, December 6 at 8:00 a.m. For more information please call 805-577-4057.

Cash-less Bar Available.
Bar Accepting Debit and Credit Cards, Apple and Google Pay Only.
NO CASH ACCEPTED.

Trinity Church, Santa Barbara, brings the Holiday Cookie Walk tradition to the central coast on Sunday, December 11, from 9am to 1pm. Make plans to attend and gather delicious treats for friends and family while contributing to good works in the community. How does it work? Dozens of bakers display their fancy treats for sale on the sweetest walk you have ever taken. Buyers purchase a gift box and fill it with their favorite selections. At the end of the line the boxes are weighed and paid for, each dollar going to church programs and services. All are welcome. Bring your appetite and your gift list. San Marcos High Madrigal Singers Perform 11:00 am-1:00 pm.

A Community Celebration for our love of all things plants!

Featuring:
Plant-Inspired Culture, Traditions + Creativity!
Plant Sales · Live Music Performances · Vendors Workshops · Artisans Nonprofit Exhibitors · Arts & Crafts · Kid's Corner · Hands-On Activities
Food Trucks and so much more.

Free Admission, Family-Friendly, Everyone welcome.

Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023 | 11 am - 4 pm
Oxnard Performing Arts Center
800 Hobson Way, Oxnard, California 93030
https://www.oxnardperformingarts.com/

Artist + Vendor sign-ups. Be part of the event!
Click the link to register: https://www.jotform.com/form/223186562415153