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Santa Barbara Maritime Museum marks World Boating Day with hands-on boat-building event.
The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and Sail to Shelter will host a family boat-building activity called Port, Starboard & Sails on May 23, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the museum patio, inviting children to build boats from reclaimed materials and offering free family day passes.
Hermosa Beach to host Surfers Walk of Fame induction and Surf Fest this weekend
The Surfers Walk of Fame weekend runs April 24–26 in Hermosa Beach, with an 11 a.m. induction ceremony Saturday at Pier Plaza followed by the Spyder Surf Fest and related events.
Larry's Dream and Louise Spilsbury have gone the distance together
After a modest racing career, Larry's Dream retired to LongRun and has spent the past decade forming a close bond with rider Louise Spilsbury.
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Showing: 71-80Things to do this weekend: Earth Day events, Corvettes and Coffee and more
Multiple community events are scheduled across the Dayton area from April 17–25, including theater performances, markets, car shows and a series of Earth Day activities beginning April 22.
Warming Center continues to save lives in Delaware community
The Warming Center in Delaware provides overnight shelter that can prevent severe harm during cold weather, and a local rector links the center’s work to Easter-season themes of hope.
WVSU brings together volunteers for Cares Day
West Virginia State University held its annual Cares Day in Kanawha County, bringing together students, faculty, staff and alumni to volunteer on projects including helping shelter animals, stocking food pantries and preparing community gardens.
Clarksville police K9 Riggs retires and is adopted by handler
K9 Riggs, a longtime member of the Clarksville Police Department, was retired for medical reasons and the City Council unanimously approved adoption by his handler, Officer Lyssed Pacheco.
211 service expands to all Ohio counties by June 2026
Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Children and Youth announced a partnership with Ohio 211 to extend free, 24/7 211 services to all 88 counties, with full implementation by the end of June 2026.
Trinity Christian School students pack meals and backpacks for those in need
Trinity Christian School held its first Warriors for Hope Pack-a-Thon aiming to pack 10,000 meals and 100 backpacks, with younger and older students working together. The packed meals will be donated through Meals of Hope and the event also raised funds for tuition assistance.
UCSB Autism Center Donates Children's Books to Local Schools for Autism Acceptance Month
The Koegel Autism Center at UC Santa Barbara is donating copies of 'My Brother Otto' to all elementary schools in the Santa Barbara and Goleta districts during April Autism Acceptance Month to support inclusive learning; associate director Fernanda Castellon will conduct K–3 book readings throughout April.
Edmonds Waterfront Center programs drew hundreds Thursday night
Two events on Thursday night brought community members together: an author talk by Paul Bannick that drew 138 guests, and a benefit concert with pianist Walt Wagner that drew about 500 attendees.
Cinco the jaguar returns to familiar Arizona corridors.
The University of Arizona Wild Cat Research & Conservation Center reported that Cinco the jaguar was recently detected in southern Arizona, and researchers say his locations align with long‑term movement corridors tied to water, prey and cover.
Port Arthur opens new Animal Services Center with community ceremony
The City of Port Arthur formally opened its new Animal Services Center, a project first planned in 2019, at a ceremony attended by city officials, community leaders, and local residents. Officials said the facility replaces an aging building and will support adoptions, education, and volunteer and fostering programs.