Somos Xicanas y Lowriders (Writers and Riders)

Join Santa Barbara Public Library for a vibrant afternoon celebrating culture, creativity, and community as part of the Raíces y Sueños programming for Hispanic Heritage Month.

The event kicks off at 12:00 PM with a stunning display of lowrider cars, made possible by the Nite Life Car Club of Santa Barbara. Admire these beautifully restored vehicles up close, meet their proud owners, and learn about the rich history and artistry behind the lowrider movement.

Then at 3:30 PM, head into the Faulkner Gallery for a special reading from the powerful new anthology, SOMOS XICANAS. This widely anticipated, multi-genre collection features the voices of 80 Xicanas exploring identity, legacy, resistance, and cultural pride. Several of the book’s contributing authors will share selected pieces and engage with the audience in an afternoon of storytelling, reflection, and celebration.

This event is free and open to all. Come ready to learn, connect, and be inspired by a community rooted in tradition, resilience, and dreams.