Community Calendar

The Cambria Center for the Arts (CCA) presents "Mix it Up!", a vibrant mixed media exhibition. This showcase celebrates creativity without boundaries, featuring the innovative work of featured artist Carolyn Chambers. Additionally, works by our local artists exploring diverse materials and techniques and combining media in unexpected ways will be on display.

Exhibit runs: September 1 to November 1.
Artist’s Reception: September 5, 4:30 to 6 pm.
Hours: 12 to 4 pm, Tuesday to Sunday.

In the Pacific Views Talk for Fall 2026, Julia Morse (Political Science) examines how information disorder is changing conflict and cooperation alongside developments in AI, and recommends how policymakers might respond to such challenges.

Julia C. Morse is Associate Professor of Political Science at UCSB and the author of The Bankers' Blacklist (Cornell University Press, 2022). Her research examines international organizations, compliance, and the politics of information, including contestation and disinformation in the AI age.

Advance registration is recommended as space is limited.

CelloGayageum is a musical journey across continents, cultures, and centuries. Founded by Austrian cellist Sol Daniel Kim and Korean gayageum virtuoso Dayoung Yoon, CelloGayageum bridges the soulful depth of Western classical music with the mesmerizing elegance of Korean gug-ak (traditional music). Their collaboration celebrates the beauty of connections by creating a sound rooted in Korean folk melodies and infused with global sensibilities.

Mended Hearts Chapter #415 invites heart patients, families, and friends to a monthly support meeting. The event takes place at the French Hospital Copeland Education Pavilion (3rd Floor Auditorium).

This month, Cal Poly Nutrition students will present heart-healthy meal plans, offer tips on reading food labels, and host a dietary Q&A session. The meeting features peer support and small-group breakout discussions.

Attendance is free and open to the public. For more details, visit http://mendedhearts.org. To get on monthly email list: Chapter 415@mendedhearts.us

We are thrilled to invite you to our 5th Annual Center Stage for South SLO Club Kids, a Great American Melodrama Fundraiser & Celebration.

We’ve reserved the entire Great American Melodrama for one unforgettable evening - filled with laughter, community spirit, costumes, and giving back - all in support of the youth of South San Luis Obispo County.

TMHA presents an intimate evening of live local music and lush greenery with folk rocker Max MacLaury. Ynana Rose will host and open the show.
Additional opportunities to learn about the mental health resources offered by Transitions Mental Health Association. Donations are encouraged.

For their first concert of the season, the Cuesta Wind Ensemble features the music of Eric Whitacre with his work "Sleep." You'll also enjoy music of Percy Grainger, John Barnes Chance, John Philip Sousa, and others, conducted by Jennifer Martin.

Tickets available online, or call the CPAC Box Office at (805) 546-3198.

Discover one-of-a-kind artwork and unique gifts created by local artists at The Island of Misfit Art, a special holiday show at Cypress Gallery in downtown Lompoc. From unexpected treasures to handmade gifts, this exhibition celebrates the creativity and individuality of our local art community. Whether you’re shopping for someone special or treating yourself, you’re sure to find something with a little extra personality.

Exhibit dates: October 29 to November 29.
Opening Reception: Sunday, November 1, 1–3 pm.

The Music Department’s Kaitrin Cunningham, Jennifer Freye, Amy Goymerac and Lorenzo Johnson Jr. will perform arias, duets and a rousing quartet; in languages including English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and even “cat.”

Discover one-of-a-kind artwork and unique gifts created by local artists at The Island of Misfit Art, a special holiday show at Cypress Gallery in downtown Lompoc. From unexpected treasures to handmade gifts, this exhibition celebrates the creativity and individuality of our local art community. Whether you’re shopping for someone special or treating yourself, you’re sure to find something with a little extra personality.

Exhibit dates: October 29 to November 29.
Opening Reception: Sunday, November 1, 1–3 pm.