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​All events are at the Carpinteria Valley Museum History,

956 Maple Ave., Carpinteria, unless otherwise noted. 

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April

Wednesday, April 30 at 6pm

Talk & Talkback Speaker Series

in partnership with 

Vietnam Veterans of America, Santa Barbara Chapter 218

 

The Last Days in Vietnam

Talk by Bihn Pham

Talkback facilitated by Peter Bie

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at the Carpinteria Veteran's Memorial Building 

941 Walnut Avenue

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April 30th marks the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War. Bihn Pham, a Vietnamese national who spent several years in a re-education camp after the fall of Saigon, will talk about his experiences. Carpinteria local and president of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 218, Peter Bie, will lead the talkback with attendees about the last days in Vietnam.

FREE for members / $10 at door for visitors

6pm to 7pm 

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May

Thursday, May 15 and Friday, May 16 from 10am to 11am

Volunteer Drop-in Days

Have you thought about volunteering at the Museum, but you are not sure how to get started? There is an opportunity for everyone at the Museum! There are options for volunteers to be front desk attendants, tour guides, gardeners, administrative assistants, and programs/events helpers. Stop by the Museum on Volunteer Discovery Days to learn more. No strings attached!

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Friday, May 16 at 6pm

Talk & Talkback Speaker Series

The Vietnam War: Personal Recollections 50 Years On

Talk facilitated by Peter Bie

This talk will reflect on the legacy of the Vietnam War and include personal remembrances of the war period.

Peter Bie will lead a panel discussion with Vietnam Veterans.

FREE for members / $10 at door for visitors

6pm to 7pm 

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June

Tuesday, June 3 at 5pm

Talk & Talkback Speaker Series

Why Do We Need to Protect the Native Habitats of Carpinteria?

Talk by Dale Olivas

Carpinteria has a unique climate, natural plant and animal habitats, and a history of individuals dedicated to preserving natural resources. Olivas’s talk will include a wide-ranging discussion of plants, animals, groves, nesting, and the importance of Carpinteria habitat protection.

FREE for members / $10 at door for visitors

5pm to 6pm ​

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July

Thursday, July 10 at 5pm

Talk & Talkback Speaker Series

The Art of the Citrus Crate Label

Talk by Jim Campos, Ph.D.

Jim Campos, Carpinteria historian, educator, and former president of the Citrus Label Society, will provide a historical overview of citrus crate labels related to Carpinteria and Santa Barbara. This illustrated history of one Carpinteria's most important industries over time will have ample time for talkback. 

FREE for members / $10 at door for visitors

5pm to 6pm ​

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August

Friday, August 8 at 5pm

Talk & Talkback Speaker Series

Avocado Land: The History of California's Avocado Industry

Talk by Rob Crisell

Crisell, author of California Avocados: A Delicious History, will discuss how avocados made their way to America and then to various California counties, how avocados won the "war on fat" in food, why Haas avocados are so popular, and the most important avocado recipes in history.

FREE for members / $10 at door for visitors

5pm to 6pm 

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September

Friday, September 5 at 6pm

Talk & Talkback Speaker Series

Ghost Hunting: The Adult Version of Hide and Seek

Talk by Earlene deMoulpied

Earlene deMoulpied, a seasoned paranormal investigator, will talk what is it really like to be a ghost hunter, including myths and misconceptions. Various types of paranormal activity will be discussed with ample time for talkback, questions, and answers.

FREE for members / $10 at door for visitors

6pm to 7pm 

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October

Saturday, October 18 from 11am to 1pm

History Picnic

Museum Member Event

A year in review, volunteer of the year award, and a multi-media presentation on the 1925 earthquake that rocked south Santa Barbara County. 

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November

Saturday, November 15 from 9am to 12pm

Family Day

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December

Friday, December 5 from 4pm to 6pm

Holiday Open House

Museum Member Event

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