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- ! This year's annual Chumash Culture Day is going virtual. The event sponsored by the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians will feature California-style Native American singing and dancing in a Facebook Live event, starting at (, ). Here's the link, just copy and paste into your browser: https://www.facebook.com/SYChumashCultureDay2020... Beginning with an opening blessing at 2 pm, the program of live singing and dancing will follow. A video highlighting the events of past Chumash Culture Days will conclude this year's event. For more information, you can call the Santa Ynez Chumash Tribal Hall, 805-688-7997. . .. , . 21.

-- ! We have decided to make several of our unique local items available for contactless sale and pickup. Keep reading for more information on which items are available and how this will work, and to see some photographs of the items themselves. At this time, this sale is only available for local members as we are unable to ship these items. , 20% ... ! See end of post for more information. The items available are: -- with our 50th anniversary logo (navy), original shipping costs generously sponsored by Juanita Sevilla: regular price $12.50; member price $10.00 - --these iconic bags were generously donated by Gerry Campbell and handsewn by docent Judy Carpenter into totes featuring an inside pocket and long shoulder straps: regular price $25.00; member price $20.00 - with our original designs in 4 varieties: Knee-High Sweet Peas, California Dreaming (Poppies), California Coast Wildflowers, and Flanders Poppies (proceeds from Flanders poppy sales go towards further WWI project development): regular price $2.50; member price $2.00 - donated by Carolyn Sue Huseman and Nanette Mendez, with proceeds going to WWI Project: regular price $5.00 (no discounts available on this item)--LIMITED STOCK! ! -Email [email protected] with "Gift Shop Purchase" in the subject line -List the items and quantities you would like to purchase and if you would like to have a receipt emailed to you -We will reply with information about how to make your payment over the phone and when to call to make the payment : -Payments will be made over the phone via credit card and before picking up your items -Payment will be processed through Square, which is what will show up on your credit card bill -If you indicated you wanted a receipt, that will be emailed to you ( ): In accordance with California guidelines and our concern for everyone's safety: -When you arrive and park, please call or text the phone number you will be given in the email to alert me that you have arrived -I will check you off our list of customers and place your items on the table outside the door -Then you may get out of your car and walk up to pick up your items--please remember to wear your mask! ! ' . -If you would like to become a Lompoc Museum Member and start immediately receiving benefits such as the 20% discount, please e-mail [email protected] for details. --See below for photos of the items, including close-ups of designs.

The official WWI centenary may have been in 2018, but after featuring the among our examples of museums with digital exhibits/projects (see last post), we decided to specifically highlight some virtual ways to explore the history of the Great War. We also thought this was especially appropriate with Memorial Day happening so recently. Here is the link to the aforementioned NMAAMC exhibit: https:/.../nmaahc.si.edu/explore/exhibitions/we-return-fighting The (https://www.theworldwar.org//exhibitions/online-exhibitions) includes many different exhibits and subjects--if you were able to make it to our year of WWI programming, you might recognize some of these! Topics include volunteer work, the Christmas Truce of 1914, posters/propaganda, and many others. For a more general perspective, the in London also has many artifacts in its collection that are available to view virtually, in addition to articles and voice recordings: https://www.iwm.org.uk/history/first-world-war If you enjoyed our Poetry Reading program, the has put together a compilation of WWI poetry. It's organized chronologically and interspersed with a World War I timeline, so you can see the changing perspectives on the war as time went on (as is evidenced by the change in the poems' content) and see the particular events that may have influenced the poets. https://www.poetryfoundation.org//the-poetry-of-world-war-i The website has also made available a recording of their webinar special on the Hello Girls, America's first female soldiers, who were responsible for relaying orders, answering telephones, and improving communications on the Western Front: https://www.worldwar1centennial.org/ And just as we are still dedicated to raising awareness about WWI (we hope you take one of your "self-isolation walks" to visit our !), there are many organizations and individuals who continue to ensure the sacrifice of those before us is never forgotten. Many of these are in France. One of the surprising things Dr. Renken and Valerie Jackson's research found was how deeply France felt--and still feels--gratitude for the American effort in the war. Of course many countries were in the war for much longer than us, something that shouldn't be taken lightly, but as Richard Rubin points out in the following article, the American perspective on our own contribution has been affected by the way British historians and writers (understandably) characterized our late entry into a war which they had been fighting for years already. In France, though, ' , . https://www.nytimes.com//trav/100-years-of-gratitude.html Stay safe.

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Hang in there! This week we're taking a break from cultural activities and instead featuring some examples of people making a positive difference during these uncertain times. It can be easy to get frustrated or downcast about the current situation, but it's important to remember why we are making these changes, and that there are people doing wonderful things in the midst of all of this. ( ) :... -Santa Barbara teen Daniel Goldberg started Zoomers to Boomers, a volunteer organization where teenagers deliver food and essentials to high-risk individuals. The outpouring of support and interested volunteers was so great that Goldberg was able to add branches in over 20 cities! https://lompocrecord.com//article_c2cc6731-79f3-58d3-bbaa- -On most days, the Cox family "station themselves near their home on the Arroyo Grande Mesa to wave to drivers along Highway 1 near Halcyon Road." Their themed costumes are intended to make drivers smile, and to remind them of the importance of self-isolation (one popular theme was based on the Wizard of Oz's "there's no place like home.") https://santamariatimes.com//collection_ebf7d770-11a9-55b7 -Santa Barbara County's Family Service Agency is one of many local nonprofits who are joining forces to identify isolated seniors and provide or connect them with essential services, food, and supplies. This write-up is short and is a great resource if you are financially able to donate and are looking for somewhere to start! https://www.noozhawk.com//nonprofits_collaborate_to_meet_c -Jaclyn Oates is a Nipomo High School Junior who recently shared her musical talents in a short quarantine song assignment. In it, she touches on the sacrifices people are making right now, but also the knowledge that we'll get through this together. https://santamariatimes.com//article_741bde59-f244-5cf4-95 I'll close with a line from her song: "I'm trying to smile, even if it's just once in a while, because quarantine is saving people I've never seen." Remember the good you're doing simply by following the rules. It's not always easy, but it is always worth it. Stay safe, everyone.

Hopefully everyone is able to safely go outside occasionally for fresh air (whether in your own yards or on walks), but there are also a few virtual options to tide you over in between. Of course it's not exactly the same, but it is a great opportunity to experience some famous places from the safety of your living room. And believe it or not, many of the mental health benefits from being out in nature can also be gained from looking at pic...tures of nature. (https://www.cnbc.com//mental-vacations-and-travel-photos-r) Many organizations besides Museums (see our first social distancing post for examples of those) are providing free virtual tours, including some national parks and other historic sites. This first list is provided by the National Park Foundation, and even includes a few live camera options if you'd like to experience some of these locations in real-time: https://www.nationalparks.org//take-virtual-visit-national This link provides a good summary with examples of the virtual nature options out there, including nature sounds, live webcams, Google Earth's virtual tours, and more. https://www.afar.com//you-can-take-a-virtual-tour-of-the-n If you'd like to try something besides National Parks, many beautiful gardens from the United States Botanical Gardens to the grounds of the Palace of Versailles are providing a similar service: https://www.gardensillustrated.com//virtual-garden-tours-/ https://www.housebeautiful.com//g31913008/best-virtual-to/ https://www.getyourguide.com//the-best-nature-live-stream/ And finally, here's a ranked list of the 15 best virtual tours overall--including some we've featured before! https://www.forbes.com//ranked-worlds-15-best-virtual-to/ Stay home and stay safe!

+ Below you will find links to the content provided in our most recent e-mail to Museum members. This week's topic is digital reading tips (the first link) and book recommendations for various genres (the second link). Simply click the links below and you will be able to view the files through Google Drive with all of the information:... https://drive.google.com/open https://drive.google.com/open *If you are a Museum member who would like to receive our weekly updates and you are not already on our e-mail list, please e-mail us at [email protected] Stay safe!

Although most businesses are closed for public safety right now, there are still ways to support our community, especially restaurants. If you are financially able to do so, consider doing some of the following:... - (this is considered safe by health experts!) -Call the business and inquire about for use at a later date -Continue to , especially those whose services are likely in high demand (such as homeless shelters, food pantries, etc.) **Remember to ! such as which items they are accepting for donation, where to drop them off to prevent contact with other people, etc. - ! Recently the Lompoc Record and the Lompoc Chamber of Commerce put together a list of local restaurants that are continuing to serve food, many of which now offer curbside pick-up and other ways to limit contact (** !) https://lompocrecord.com//article_a53aba20-f15e-5287-9410- : To further limit contact, many businesses will accept payment over the phone. We've personally been supporting several of these local restaurants, including Museum Business Members Sissy's, Old Town Kitchen & Bar, and South Side Coffee. We hope that as you keep yourselves and your loved ones safe you also consider ways to safely support the livelihoods of others, budget allowing!

- In light of the self-isolation orders keeping people at home for their own safety (and that of others!), many cultural groups and organizations have decided to stream performances for free and to provide online virtual tours of museums and other attractions. These are wonderful ways to pass the time without leaving your home. Here is a sampling of what's being offered: - 12 Famous Museums Offering Virtual Tou...rs, including the British Museum, the Van Gogh Musuem, the Guggenheim, and more: https://www.travelandleisure.com//museums-with-virtual-tou - For Opera lovers and newbies alike, the Met is streaming a different encore presentation from their Live in HD series every night: https://www.metopera.org/user-in/nightly-met-opera-streams/ - The Vatican Museum has several virtual tours where you can experience gorgeous works of art in comfort and quiet: http://www.museivaticani.va//mus/tour-virtuali-elenco.html - Beginning March 27th, the Royal Opera House will be streaming a program of operas, ballets, and other content on their Facebook page and YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/RoyalOperaHouse/videos We hope you all are doing well and staying safe. ' - , ' ! Stay well!

Thank you to everyone who came out to our 50th anniversary celebration on February 15th! For those of you unable to make it, we have an exciting update: After recreating the Grand Opening of the Museum, we also unveiled our newest project which is our very own Little Free Library, located between the Museum building and Stone Pine Hall. We felt this was an appropriate way to honor the Museum's origins as a Carnegie Library and those of SPH as the former First Church of Chris...t Scientist Reading Room. * "Take one, leave one": We hope you use this as an opportunity to pass on books you no longer need in exchange for some that interest you. * Children's books will go on the top shelf, and Teen and Adult books will go on the bottom shelf. All genres welcome, but please no textbooks or magazines! Happy Reading! And don't forget to visit us at the Museum next door! For more information: https://littlefreelibrary.org/ (Our charter number is 94925 and we hope to soon have our Library included in the interactive map!)