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X-WR-CALNAME:Santa Barbara · community · Wednesday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Creating Community Through Books: 20 Years of UCSB Reads DTSTART:20260923T150000Z DTEND:20260923T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T182503Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_51438567399831 CATEGORIES:community,literary DESCRIPTION:Since 2007\, UCSB Reads has fostered a shared sense of belongi ng by bringing the UCSB campus and Santa Barbara communities together to r ead a common book that explores compelling issues of our time. Conceived b y then Executive Vice Chancellor Gene Lucas\, the program is led by the UC SB Library in collaboration with campus and community partners. Each year\ , a committee of UCSB faculty\, students\, staff\, and community members s elects a thought-provoking\, interdisciplinary book written by a living au thor that encourages a wide range of readers to engage with a contemporary social\, political\, cultural or scientific issue such as climate change\ , racial justice\, technology\, memory\, identity\, and democracy.\n\nThe program kicks off in winter with a book giveaway for UCSB students led by the Chancellor\, Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost\, and University Li brarian\, and culminates with a free public talk by the book’s author(s) at Campbell Hall in the spring. Throughout the winter and spring quarters \, the Library sponsors a variety of free learning\, experiential\, and so cial events to explore the book’s themes. The selected book is also inco rporated into the university curriculum for winter and spring\, allowing s tudents to explore its themes in an academic context. UCSB Reads is genero usly supported by many individuals\, university departments\, and organiza tions. \n\nThis exhibition highlights the history of UCSB Reads since its inception\, featuring promotional posters\, selected books\, custom bookma rks along with testimonials and images of participants engaging with progr amming throughout the years. UCSB Reads has become a beloved campus tradit ion that brings together thousands of people every year and demonstrates t he power of literature to bridge divides\, promote intellectual engagement \, and build community. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182503Z LOCATION:Library\, Ocean Gallery URL:https://www.campuscalendar.ucsb.edu/event/creating-community-through-b ooks-20-years-of-ucsb-reads?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_cam paign=santa-barbara-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:UC Santa Barbara Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.campuscalendar.ucsb.edu/lotte_lehmann_concert_hal l_198 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Succession Planning for Nonprofit Boards DTSTART:20260923T170000Z DTEND:20260923T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260822T002631Z UID:10001104-1790157600-1790164800@fundforsantabarbara.org CATEGORIES:community,education DESCRIPTION:About this event\nWednesday\, September 23\, 2026 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nVirtual Workshop via Zoom\nHow long will it take for your or ganization to meet its mission\, declare victory\, and go out of business? Some nonprofits can envision success in a decade or two\; others expect t o continue for generations. If you’re not activating the next generation of leaders\, who will carry on? How are you adapting to demographic and s ocial changes that make board recruitment – and board leadership – mor e challenging? \nNonprofits that are serious about their own sustainabilit y should also be serious about planning for the smooth and thoughtful tran sition of their leadership. Whether this occurs due to intentional term li mits\, an unexpected vacancy\, or the anticipated stepping-down of a long- tenured leader\, being ready with a plan in place can help a nonprofit wea ther the inevitable storms of leadership transition. \nIn this webinar\, w e’ll discuss: \nHow organizations grow and change over time – and how leadership needs change as nonprofits grow.\nBoard recruitment with an eye toward succession planning.\nSuccession planning strategies for new and l ong-serving Board chairs.\nPreparing for planned (and unplanned) vacancies .\nLeadership sharing approaches that will help grow future leaders.\nTang ible tips for training and empowering others to lead.\nThis workshop is de signed for Nonprofit Executive Directors and Board Leadership. Team partic ipation is encouraged. \nFacilitated By: Andy Robinson\nAndy Robinson (www .andyrobinsononline.com) provides training and consulting for nonprofits\, businesses\, and government agencies. Over the past 28 years\, Andy has w orked with clients in 47 US states and across Canada. LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T002631Z LOCATION:Virtual\, Online\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, United States URL:https://fundforsantabarbara.org/event/succession-planning-for-nonprofi t-boards-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-barb ara-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Fund for Santa Barbara X-SOURCE-URL:https://fundforsantabarbara.org/event/succession-planning-for -nonprofit-boards END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Week of Welcome DTSTART:20260923T180000Z DTEND:20260923T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T180051Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53702435241048 CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Join the Library to kick off Week of Welcome! Visit the Librar y Paseo (1st Floor) to collect free goodies\, enter to win prizes\, and di scover services and library partners that can support you throughout the s chool year. Featured tables include:\n\nBeyond the Books with PALS\n\nPart icipate in the UCSB Library’s “Beyond the Books” activity by visitin g several locations to explore the Library and discover its resources. Col lect free treats and swag along the way while meeting friendly PALS (Peer- Assisted Library Services) students and staff.\n\nMakerspace\n\nMeet Maker space staff\, grab some free goodies\, and enter for a chance to win a UCS B-themed coaster set made with the laser cutter. Then head to the Makerspa ce (1st floor\, Ocean Side)\, to make your own pin button and get inspired for the school year.\n\nOpen and Affordable Course Material\n\nMeet Cours e Reserves staff and the Open and Affordable Course Materials Librarian to learn how the Library can help you save money and access course materials for free. Submit a note to your instructors about course materials for a chance to win an Amazon gift card.\n\nSpecial Research Collections\n\nCome chat with Curators and the Audiovisual Preservation team from UCSB Librar y Special Research Collections (SRC) about our amazing rare\, valuable\, a nd unique historical materials and get your hands on retro media from the early 20th century to the 1980s. Play our legacy media quiz and get free g oodies! Our team will also be on hand to answer questions about how to get started in primary source research and gain access to our collections.\n\ nUCSB Reads\n\nGet free UCSB Reads items from previous years\, including b ooks\, bookmarks\, and other memorabilia. Learn more about the UCSB Reads program\, this year's shortlist\, and how you can participate in the Winte r and Spring activities connected to this year's book selection.\nUCSB Rea ds is an award-winning\, campus-wide\, and community-wide "one book" progr am led by the Library. Each year\, a committee of faculty\, staff\, studen ts\, and community partners convenes to select an intellectually stimulati ng\, interdisciplinary book by a living author that appeals to a wide rang e of readers and can be incorporated into the UCSB curriculum.\n\nUndergra duate Research and Creative Activities (URCA)\n\nThe Undergraduate Researc h and Creative Activities (URCA) Center is a hub that connects students wi th mentored research and creative projects across campus. Our team will be on hand to answer questions about: how to get started in research\, find a mentor\, get funding for your projects\, and more.\n\nWhether you're new to research or looking for your next project\, the URCA Center is here to help you get started. Come talk with us and find out how you can apply yo ur skills and enhance your academic experience at UCSB. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T180051Z LOCATION:Library\, Paseo (1st Floor) URL:https://www.campuscalendar.ucsb.edu/event/week-of-welcome-5712?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-barbara-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:UC Santa Barbara Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.campuscalendar.ucsb.edu/lotte_lehmann_concert_hal l_198 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:After School Program DTSTART:20260923T220000Z DTEND:20260924T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181659Z UID:10000549-1790175600-1790186400@ivparks.org CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181659Z LOCATION:Childrens Park URL:https://ivparks.org/ivrpd-event/after-school-program-237/?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-barbara-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Isla Vista Recreation and Parks District X-SOURCE-URL:https://ivparks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Support Group for Parents of Teens - Evolve DTSTART:20260924T003000Z DTEND:20260924T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T121546Z UID:10027486-1790184600-1790188200@youthwell.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Evolve offers free weekly virtual support groups for parents a nd caregivers of teens. This group provides a safe\, welcoming space to co nnect with other parents\, share resources\, and talk openly about the cha llenges of supporting a teen while balancing work\, family responsibilitie s\, and self-care. Participants receive practical guidance and emotional s upport from others who understand the realities of teen mental health and behavioral challenges. You are not alone. This group is designed to help p arents feel heard\, supported\, and connected to others who truly get it. \nIf you are feeling overwhelmed\, stressed\, or unsure where to turn\, th is parent support group is here for you. It is made up of parents walking a similar path and navigating many of the same struggles. \n\nWHEN: Every Wednesday from 10:00am-11:00am\nWHERE: Virtual on ZOOM (link provided afte r registration)\nREGISTRATION: **required REGISTER NOW >>\nCOST: $0\nCONTA CT: Call 1-855-890-2493\n\nAbout Evolve Treatment Centers\nprovides eviden ce-based treatment for teens ages 12 to 17 facing mental health\, substanc e use\, and behavioral challenges. Our full continuum of care\, exclusivel y for adolescents\, includes outpatient psychiatry and therapy\, Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)\, Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP)\, and Residential Treatment Centers (RTC). \n*How to Attend*\nTo join\, please c omplete the registration form on our website. After reviewing your registr ation\, our team will email you a consent form via DocuSign. Once the form is signed\, you will receive access details for the Zoom group. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T121546Z LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA URL:https://youthwell.org/event/virtual-support-group-for-parents-of-teens -evolve/2026-09-23/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=sa nta-barbara-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:YouthWell X-SOURCE-URL:https://youthwell.org/volunteer-opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:GRUPOS DE APOYO Zoom - Corazon Latino DTSTART:20260924T003000Z DTEND:20260924T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T061634Z UID:10028597-1790184600-1790191800@youthwell.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Corazón Latino is a non-profit dedicated to educating\, empow ering\, and supporting the Latinx and underserved communities of the Centr al Coast. Our mission is to promote emotional well-being\, share resources \, foster civic engagement\, and provide culturally responsive support to the Latinx community. Our Grupos de Apoyo (Mental Health Support Groups) a re our core program\, which are led by trained Community Health Workers/Pr omotores (CHW/Ps) who provide mental health support in Spanish. During the groups we reduce stigma\, teach coping skills (through the Emotional CPR suicide-prevention model)\, connect participants to community resources\, and host presentations from local organizations. Support groups are offere d in Santa Maria\, Lompoc\, and on Zoom. \nZOOM: \n\nWHEN: 4th Wednesday o f every month from 5:30pm-7:30pm\nWHERE: Virtual on ZOOM\nRSVP: Register h ere >>\nCONTACT: Maria at 805-621-0666\n\nServicios Bilingues (they are of fered completely in Spanish at the moment) Parents & Caregivers as well as ages 18-25 are our main age groups. We also offer free childcare and many participants bring their children 0-18 to the groups as well. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T061634Z LOCATION:*VIRTUAL-ZOOM*\, ONLINE\, CA URL:https://youthwell.org/event/grupos-de-apoyo-zoom-corazon-latino/2026-0 9-23/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-barbara-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:YouthWell X-SOURCE-URL:https://youthwell.org/volunteer-opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunset at the Canary - Pacific Pride Foundation DTSTART:20260924T010000Z DTEND:20260924T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T061634Z UID:10029579-1790186400-1790193600@youthwell.org CATEGORIES:community,free,music DESCRIPTION:Join the Pacific Pride Foundation at the Kimpton Canary Hotel to experience vibrant music\, entertainment\, and community connection. Th is season is a curation of dynamic DJs and live performances\, creating a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ people and allies to gather. Each month\, Sunse t at the Canary brings together friends for a relaxed\, joyful evening hon oring connection\, pride\, and resilience. These gatherings are about cele brating who we are and the power of being together. \n\nWHEN: One roof top gathering every third Wednesday of the month\, April through September.\n WHERE: Krimpton Canary Hotel – 31 W Carrillo St\, Santa Barbara\, CA 931 01\nCONTACT: Canary Hotel Phone: (805) 884-0300\, PPF Phone: (805) 963-36 36\, Email < hello@pacificpridefoundation.org\n\nNOTE: Sunset at the Canar y is always free to attend. 21+ Guests: Cocktails available with valid ID check at security. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T061634Z LOCATION:Kimpton Canary Hotel\, 31 W Carrillo St\, Santa Barbara\, 93101\, United States URL:https://youthwell.org/event/sunset-at-the-canary-pacific-pride-foundat ion/2026-09-23/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa- barbara-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:YouthWell X-SOURCE-URL:https://youthwell.org/volunteer-opportunities END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR