The exhibit opened April 19 and runs until June 9, with a special reception from 6 to 8 p.m. May 7 at the 720 Front St. branch in Santa Cruz.
The exhibit has a collection of vibrant paintings and sculptures by seven artists from Zimbabwe whose works capture moments from the daily life and culture of that country.
For information: 457-5000. Soapmaker announces open house
Raymond Garimo Pape of Great Bars of Soap.com will host a grand-opening celebration this weekend at his Ben Lomond studio, 9530 Highway 9.
Pape makes organic soaps and sells soap dishes.
The open house will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, April 24 and 25. Pape said he will keep his workshop open to visitors every weekend, except when he is selling his soaps at a festival.
For information: 335-1767 or www.greatbarsofsoap.com.



