"Sounds Latino!," Musical Exhibit, Through June 30, Special Collections, Davidson Library  This exhibit recognizes some of the legendary music makers whose collections were established in the California Ethnic and Multicultural Archives. It traces the genesis and evolution of Chicano and Latino music during the last 70 years. MORE INFO

International Corrido Conference, May 8-10  Scholars from the U.S., Mexico, and Siberia will gather to discuss the corrido, or Mexican/Chicano ballad, a popular musical composition that tells a story. The conference is free and open to the public. MORE INFO (PDF)

"Exploring the Contributions of Walter Capps," Conference, May 9-10, 9 a.m., 6020 Humanities and Social Sciences Building  This conference is part of a series of events that will honor the legacy of Walter Capps and commemorate the 10th anniversary of his death. Capps was a U.S. congressman and a UCSB professor of religious studies. MORE INFO

UCSB Gamelan Ensemble, May 9, 8 p.m., Corwin Pavilion  Michael Pievac directs "Kyai Slamet" in a performance of Wayang Kulit (Shadow Play) featuring Shadow Artist (Dalang) Bambang Irawan with guest director Djoko Walujo. MORE INFO

"Engineering the Earth," Public Forum on Controlling the Climate, May 10, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics (KITP), Kohn Hall  While many scientists advocate measures to reduce our carbon footprint, others are proposing ways to counter climate change by deliberately modifying the atmosphere, oceans, and ecosystems. Leading proponents of "geoengineering" and scientists who have raised critical concerns will participate. The session is a component of an 11-week program of study at the KITP on the "Physics of Climate Change." Reservations required. MORE INFO

Joel Meyerowitz, Lecture, May 12, 8 p.m., Campbell Hall  The recently released book, "Aftermath," by award-winning photographer Joel Meyerowitz commemorates the fifth anniversary of 9/11. MORE INFO

Music of India Ensemble, Free Performance, May 14, Noon, UCSB Music Bowl  Mike Pievac leads a performance by the UCSB Gamelan Ensemble. Gamelan, the principal orchestral ensemble of Indonesia, is comprised chiefly of metallic percussion instruments. MORE INFO 

Willie Brown, Lecture, May 14, 8 p.m., Campbell Hall  "Basic Brown, My Life and Our Times" is the title of this presentation by Willie Brown, who has been at the center of California government and civic life for four decades. MORE INFO 

Mark Broschinksy, Free Performance, May 15, 7 p.m., Lotte Lehmann Concert Hall  Virtuoso trombonist Mark Broschinsky will present thought-provoking works from the last 50 years by Berio, Stockhausen, Folke Rabe, and graduate student Christopher Jette. MORE INFO 

Save the Date UCSB Staff Celebration Events May 9, 11:30 a.m., Chancellor's Barbecue MORE INFO

Plumfield, Iraq,  Performance, May 16, 17, and 22-24, 8 p.m.; May 18, 2 p.m., Hatlen Theater  A premiere by acclaimed playwright and Santa Barbara resident Barbara Lebow about two young friends who eagerly enlist in the army to escape small town life. MORE INFO

Marilyn Horne and Barbara Cook, Performance, May 17, 4 p.m., Granada Theatre, Santa Barbara Selections from an American songbook by renowned mezzo-soprano Marilyn Horne and acclaimed soprano Barbara Cook. MORE INFO 

Lisa See, Lecture, May 18, 3 p.m., Victoria Hall Theater, Santa Barbara  Bestselling author of "Snow Flower and the Secret Fan," Lisa See returns with a coming-of-age story inspired by three 17th century women's criticisms of the epic Chinese opera, "The Peony Pavilion." MORE INFO 

UCSB Vision2025 Long Range Development Plan, Open Hearing, June 4, 7 p.m., Isla Vista Theatre  A draft Long Range Development plan that will help UCSB plan its future to the year 2025 has been released and is available for public review. The plan and its accompanying Environmental Impact Report will be the focus of this public hearing. MORE INFO

University Art Museum Exhibitions "Fantôme Afrique," Through May 11, British artist Isaac Julien presents West Africa as a place where a multitude of traditions intersect. He combines original footage with historical films to form a rich spectacle of architecture, urbanism, and dance interwoven with references to the history of cinema. "First Person" and "Portrait of an Archive," Through May 11, Selections from the Architecture and Design Collection. "World of Wonders, A Renaissance Cabinet," Permanent Exhibition An opportunity for visitors to see the world through Renaissance eyes featuring an enormous range of objects and materials installed in this small gallery.