"Eyes on the Ice - The Scientist's Lens" photographic exhibit | May 22

This new photographic exhibition consists of images taken on two research cruises to the Antarctic during winters of 2001 and 2002. Funded by the National Science Foundation, the expeditions focused on better understanding the relationship between changing climate and the ecology of the Southern Ocean. Armed with cameras as well as survival and research equipment, the scientists documented their studies and captured special moments.

Seymour Marine Discovery Center
End of Delaware Avenue, Santa Cruz
831-459-3800, seymourcenter.ucsc.edu

20th Annual Artshow: Liz Lyons Friedman & John Gavrilis | May 26-28 (10 a.m-5 p.m.)

Bargetto Winery Courtyard
3535 North Main Street, Soquel
800-422-7438, www.bargetto.com

Art at the Beach | May 27 (10 a.m.-5 p.m.)

A select group of area artists display works at the Esplanade's outdoor gallery. Some will be demonstrating their craft with works in progress. This is a free event.

Esplanade Park, Capitola
www.ci.capitola.ca.us