Arts, Lectures and Gatherings

All Upcoming Events

The Cold War: From Prologue to Epilogue
Special Fifty and Better Spring Course

Zoom PDT

This course focuses on the political, technological, military, economic and cultural elements of the Cold War, as well as the period’s key decision makers, beginning with a brief review before 1946 going through present time.

Cash Flow Projections 101

Zoom PDT

In this class, nonprofit leaders will learn how develop a cash projection spreadsheet that can be updated regularly to look for potential landmines.

The event is from 1 to 4 p.m.

Scandinavian Festival 50th Anniversary

Kingsmen Park

The festival of Nordic culture celebrates 50 years (1974-2024), featuring live music, dancing, cooking and craft demonstrations, specialty Nordic craft vendors, and activities for people of all ages.

Leading People and Organizations in Times of Change
Center for Nonprofit Leadership

Oxnard Campus

This interactive workshop is designed to answer questions about change management and help manage the feelings that are associated with change.

The event is from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Fifty and Better Summer Lecture: June
FABulous Summer Lecture Series

Zoom PDT; select lectures available in-person at the Thousand Oaks campus or Oxnard Center

Topics for June: history and music of Frank Sinatra, uncovering the Byronic hero, religion of the founders, Shakespeare on love, investigative journalism, how Hollywood movie music is made, media in elections, animals in art history and San Francisco Art.

Keys To Developing a Successful Strategic Plan For Your Nonprofit

Oxnard Campus

This workshop explores the transformational value of formalizing a strategic plan. The course interweaves case examples and exercises to give participants a practical understanding of how to apply their learning to situations in their organizations.

The event is from 9 a.m. to Noon.

Budgeting 101

Zoom PDT

Join us to learn how to build a budget for sound fiscal management for your nonprofit organization and use your budget to deal with multiple programs and multiple funding sources. Learn how to budget like a pro!

The event is from 9 a.m. to Noon.

Bach, Buxtehude, and Brahms: A Lineage Through Organ Music
Adán Fernandez

Samuelson Chapel

Campus Organist Adán Fernandez presents a concert of organ music from Bach to Brahms.

"Much Ado About Nothing"
27th Annual Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival

Kingsmen Park

In one of the region’s most popular outdoor theatrical events, the Kingsmen Shakespeare Company will feature Much Ado About Nothing and Romeo and Juliet. Please note that this coming season will begin a week earlier than usual.

Giving USA 2024: A Virtual Lunch and Learn

Zoom PDT

Learn about emerging philanthropic trends and their implications for fundraising strategies and approaches with your nonprofit organization with Cassie Carter, vice president, Fundraising at Campbell & Company. 

The event is from Noon to 1:30 p.m.

Giving USA 2024: A Virtual Lunch and Learn
Center For Nonprofit Leadership

Zoom PDT

Join us to learn about emerging philanthropic trends and their implications for fundraising strategies and approaches with your nonprofit organization.

The event is from 12-1:30 p.m.

Fifty and Better Summer Lecture - July
FABulous Summer Lecture Series

Zoom PDT; select lectures available in-person at the Thousand Oaks campus or Oxnard Center

Topics for July: The art of Marc Chagall, Alma and Alfred Hitchcock, searching for intelligent life beyond Earth, online maps and GPS, Joan of Arc, transformative justice in a carceral society, Los Angeles after World War II, delving into documentaries.

Succession Planning for Nonprofit Boards
Center For Nonprofit Leadership

Zoom PDT

Some nonprofits can envision success in a decade or two; others expect to continue for generations. If you’re not activating the next generation of leaders, who will carry on?

The event is from 9 to 11 a.m.

"Romeo and Juliet"
27th Annual Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival

Kingsmen Park

In one of the region’s most popular outdoor theatrical events, the Kingsmen Shakespeare Company will feature Romeo and Juliet. Please note that this coming season will begin a week earlier than usual.

Fifty and Better Summer Lecture - August
FABulous Summer Lecture Series

Zoom PDT; select lectures available in-person at the Thousand Oaks campus or Oxnard Center

Topics include: The art of propaganda, landscapes of the Channel Islands, Neanderthals and language, preventative medicine, Luna Luna museum, dubbing in musicals, AI and music, masters of Swing, slavery in Ancient Rome, story and resonance of song "Over the Rainbow"

Getting the Most from Your Board
Center For Nonprofit Leadership

Zoom PDT

In this workshop we will explore the practical tools for creating a productive board, one characterized by open and respectful dialogue, collaborative and inclusive participation and effective focus on the vision.

The event is from 9 to 11 a.m.

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