SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History and Sea Center is proud to announce Briana Sapp Tivey as its new Director of Marketing and Communications. Sapp Tivey brings to the Museum and Sea Center more than 10…
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley offer Chance to Win Twin Vee OceanCat on Nov. 18
AGOURA — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley will offer the community a chance to win a Twin Vee OceanCat 225 that was donated by Guy Newman of Twin Vee, for the annual ‘Stand up for our…
Davey’s Voice Film Festival Call for Entries Deadline Extended for Local Animal Films
SANTA BARBARA — Local nonprofit Davey’s Voice will be hosting a film festival centered on the lives of animals on January 13th, 2018. Davey’s Voice has announced an extension of the deadline for film submissions until Friday December 1st, 2017.…
Ventura County Civic Alliance update for Nov. 15
Livable Communities Newsletter Vol. 11, No. 44 November 2017 Quick Links – See the Current State of the Region Report – Last Quarter’s Newsletter Join us at the Ventura County Civic Alliance! Welcome to Our Fall 2017 Livable Communities Newsletter! This…
Santa Barbara City College update for Nov. 14
Message from the President – November 2017 November is a time to be thankful. As President of this wonderful institution, I have much to be thankful for. Two recent events reminded me how much I am thankful for our community…
Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation Hosts 21st Military Ball
SANTA BARBARA — Over 650 local veterans and active duty service men and women, along with their friends, families and supporters, gathered at the Fess Parker Resort on Saturday, November 4 for the 21st Annual Military Ball. Medal of Honor Recipient,…
Lady Leslie Ridley-Tree helped Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics Burn their Mortgage
SANTA BARBARA — In September, Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics made its final payment on the mortgage for the Eastside Neighborhood Medical and Family Dental Clinics. Lady Leslie Ridley-Tree, who along with her late husband, Lord Paul Ridley-Tree, provided major support to…
Marjorie Luke Theatre update for Nov. 13
Click here for the entire e-newsletter What’s Your Piece of the Luke? This holiday season, what better way to honor a family member, mentor or loved one than by creating a lasting remembrance for someone you hold dear? Please consider…
Museum of Ventura County update for Nov. 13
Major funding for these programs is made possible in part by the City of San Buenaventura and the County of Ventura. Museum of Ventura County and California Resources Corporation Host a “Moment of Gratitude” The Museum of Ventura County and California Resources…
Dec. 1 nomination deadline approaching for El Concilio’s 28th annual Latino Leadership Awards
El Concilio is asking for nominations for the 29th Annual Latino Leadership Awards scheduled for April 6th 2018. OXNARD — We’ve made it easier for you to send in your nomination. Click on link here or on flyer to take you to our…
Ventura County Public Works Agency disaster simulation training ensures county-wide state of storm readiness
VENTURA COUNTY — Even in drought years, severe floods happen: preparation helps save lives and property. The Ventura County Public Works Agency (VCPWA) conducted Storm Day, an annual disaster simulation drill, on Nov. 1, which focused on preparation for flooding…
Bilingual commentary: Adjusting Education for the New Economy
By David Magallanes / Guest contributor David Magallanes Perhaps we need to re-think the entire approach to high school and college education as a new economic age dawns on the millennial generation beginning to enter the work force. Our curriculum…
Museum of Ventura County, California Resources Corporation Host a ‘Moment of Gratitude’
VENTURA — The Museum of Ventura County and California Resources Corporation (CRC) hosted a “Moment of Gratitude,” on Thursday, Nov. 9, to thank city and county officials and community members for their support throughout the Museum’s fiscal challenge. In a special…
Oxnard author René Corado returns from Costa Rica to participate in local author fair on Nov. 12
OXNARD — René Corado, a Guatemalan Biologist and writer, author of the books El Lustrador and the Adventures of René Corado The Shoeshine Boy, and resident of Oxnard, was invited by the organization Partners In Flight to participate at the XXI…
United Way of Ventura County update for Nov. 9
Click her for the entire e-newsletter President’s Message Dear Friends, Last Saturday, over 200 parents and students attended United Way’s 2nd Annual GradNation Summit, which was the first fully bilingual program of its kind. This year’s theme “Student Success: You…
‘Tis the Season’ – Oxnard is Gearing up to Celebrate the Holidays!
OXNARD — Oxnard transforms into a winter wonderland this holiday season with a series of festive events ranging from massive lights displays to festive tours and tempting tamales! Oxnard kicks off the holiday season with the 67th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting…
The Oxnard Housing Authority Resident Services Program at La Colonia Neighborhood brings the community together to celebrate Dia de los Muertos
OXNARD — A series of cultural workshops were hosted by the Oxnard Housing Authority Resident Services Program at La Colonia Neighborhood culminating with a Dia de los Muertos community celebration on November 2nd, 2017. Workshops were led by a local artist,…
Ventura Home Buying Fair Prepares Local Employees for Local Home Ownership
VENTURA — Local employees left the October 28th Coastal Housing Partnership Home Buying Fair with a new confidence in their potential to become home owners. They gained vital knowledge about the local real-estate market and home buying process. Real estate…
Carnegie Art Museum update for Nov. 8
Click here for the entire e-newsletter This week at CAM The Carnegie and CAM Studio will be CLOSED Saturday, November 11 for Veteran’s Day. But, don’t miss the exhibition next door We Remember — Ventura County to Vietnam and Back,’…
Bilingual report: ACLU of Southern California Santa Barbara Chapter Presents A Fall Community Forum: ‘Immigrant Rights and Citizenship in the Trump Era’ on Nov. 8
SANTA BARBARA — Join the ACLU of Santa Barbara for an evening of community discussion on the significance of the Trump administration’s policy changes to immigration and citizenship. Our lineup of speakers includes: Mohammad Tajsar, staff Attorney for the Southern California…
Martin V. and Martha K. Smith Foundation Awards $485,000 in Grants Helping A Dozen Local Nonprofits
VENTURA COUNTY — The Martin V. and Martha K. Smith Foundation announced twelve grants totaling $485,000. The grants will provide support in the areas of youth development, senior services, basic needs, the arts, veteran services, dental care, mental health, philanthropic…
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Appoints Tory Milazzo, Wayne Rosing as New Trustees
SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History has announced that Salvatore “Tory” Milazzo and Wayne Rosing have joined its Board of Trustees. Salvatore “Tory” Milazzo is a Senior Portfolio Manager at HighMark Capital Management, Union Bank’s wholly owned registered…
Santa Paula Museum of Art update for Nov. 6
Click here for the entire e-newsletter SANTA PAULA ART MUSEUM Where great art and community events are always in season… “Morning’s Promise” by Doug Singletary, oil, Collection of the artist © Doug Singletary THE TENTH ANNUAL ART ABOUT AGRICULTURE…
Consulmex Oxnard — Día de muertos, una tradición muy mexicana
View this email in your browser Día de muertos, una tradición muy mexicana Celebremos juntos esta tradición a través de las múltiples expresiones que nos acercan a la muerte frecuentemente con humor, y al mismo tiempo con un silencio…
From La Frontera to La Universidad — Latina scholar and author Norma E. Cantu, to receive UCSB’s annual Luis Leal Literature Award
By Andrea Estrada • UCSB Norma Elia Cantú has worn many hats over the course of her career. She is adding another next month when she comes to UC Santa Barbara to receive the campus’s 14th annual Luis Leal Award for…
Bilingual commentary: Republicans Closing the Door
By David Magallanes / Guest contributor David Magallanes “It’s all a matter of perspective,” we often hear. But sometimes those stated “perspectives” lift eyebrows, start fights or lead to war. Our country at this time is being torn asunder by…
Happily Ever After: Graduates of Self-sufficiency Program Celebrated with Major Community Partners
SANTA BARBARA — At 43, James Coronado is on the road to advancing his career in education, having recently earned his master’s degree from Antioch University. And surrounded by his wife and children, Coronado celebrated yet another graduation Oct. 19…
‘Round Up’ Your Purchases to Support Hospice of Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA — Whether your latest house renovation project involves new flooring, plumbing facilities, or just a simple paint job, your home improvement purchases could help support life-changing programs in your community. From now through Nov. 7, shoppers at the…
Museum of Ventura County update for Nov. 2
Major funding for these programs is made possible in part by the City of San Buenaventura and the County of Ventura. 17th Annual Dia de los Muertos Celebration at the Museum of Ventura County Free family event features music, art, dance and crafts…
Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara update for Nov. 2
Click here to view the entire e-newsletter UPCOMING EVENTS AT MCASB EXHIBITION ON VIEW Guatemala from 33,000 km: Contemporary Art, 1960 – Present On view September 17 – December 17, 2017 MCASB, 653 Paseo Nuevo, Upper Arts Terrace, Santa Barbara Community…
10th annual Día de los Muertos Celebration returns to Conejo Mountain Memorial Park on Nov. 4
CAMARILLO — 10th annual Día de los Muertos Celebration returns to Conejo Mountain Funeral Home, Memorial Park & Crematory from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4 at 2052 Howard Road, Camarillo. “Hasta La Muerte — Comida, Altars, Prayers, Laughter…
Edible worms, Alka-Seltzer rockets and crime scene investigations, all part of CSUCI Science Carnival in Oxnard on Nov. 4
CAMARILLO – Crowd pleasers like the flaming Gummi Bears, the banana piano and the self-carving pumpkin will return for the 2017 CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) Science Carnival along with dozens of brand new exhibits including a laser harp and a 3-D scanner that will allow…
Halloween brings community, residents together at the Villas at Higuera affordable housing complex
SANTA BARBARA — Everyone knows Halloween is about tricks and treats, but it’s also about coming together as a community – and being a kid. Children from Peoples’ Self-Help Housing’s (PSHH) Villas at Higuera affordable housing complex dressed in festive…
State Physical Education-Health Project based at CSUCI gets funded for $361,000
CAMARILLO — A CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI)-based project that supports health and physical education teachers all over the state has received $361,000 annual funding from the Regents of the University of California to continue its work. The “California Physical Education-Health Project” (CPE-HP) is…
City of Oxnard Cultural and Community Services update for Nov. 1
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Through Dec. 2 — CSUCI presents ‘Acts and Actos: An Evening of Short Plays in English, Spanish and Spanglish’
CAMARILLO — What happens when one member of a family is a zombie? Or when some relatives decide that a family reunion is a perfect time to spill some family secrets? As we enter the season of family holidays, CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI)’s…
2 y 3 de diciembre — Jornada Sabatina y Dominical en Oxnard
OXNARD — Jornada Sabatina y Dominical sábado 2 y domingo 3 de diciembre de 2017, 8 am-3 pm en el Consulado de México en Oxnard, 3151 W. Fifth St., Oxnard.
Se CANCELA la jornada semanal en Fillmore — 7 de diciembre — Jornada Semanal en Fillmore
AVISO IMPORTANTE Debido a los incendios en el condado de Ventura y a las evacuaciones en el área, la jornada de documentación entre semana (Consulado Móvil) programada para el jueves 7 de diciembre en la ciudad de Fillmore se CANCELA. Les recordamos…
7 de diciembre — Ultima Presentacion del 2017
View this email in your browser OXNARD — Ultima Presentacion del 2017. Programas y Servicios de SBA para Iniciar o Crecer tu Negocio at 7 de diciembre.
Dec. 5 — Overcoming biases that affect the evaluation of women and minorities
SANTA BARBARA — Dr. Stefanie K. Johnson will speak on “Overcoming biases that affect the evaluation of women and minorities” at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5 at UCSB, Broida 1640. It is difficult not to make immediate, unconscious, inferences about people…
Next OC LIVE event on ‘Addictive Disorders Studies Community Gathering’ to prevent underage, binge drinking in Ventura County, to be held on Nov. 15 at Oxnard College
Hello friends of Oxnard College, Please join us for our next OC LIVE event ADDICTIVE DISORDERS STUDIES COMMUNITY GATHERING to prevent underage and binge drinking in Ventura County TONIGHT Nov 15th from 6:30-8:00 in the Performing Arts building. This event will feature OC ADS Students and Faculty as…
Carnegie Art Museum update for Oct. 31
Click here for the entire e-newsletter NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS It’s not too late to purchase small masterpieces donated by SoCal artists. The Fiesta Noche Art Sale continues through November 19th! Don’t miss the opportunity to collect affordable artwork generously donated by amazing…
Housing Authority Welcomes New Board Commissioners Dave Gustafson, Pat Wheatley
SANTA BARBARA — The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce that Dave Gustafson and Patricia “Pat” Wheatley have been appointed to its Board of Commissioners. As retired Housing and Redevelopment Manager and Assistant Community…
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Appoints Dennis Allen as a New Trustee
SANTA BARBARA — Dennis Allen is board Chairman of Allen Construction, a general contracting firm, specializing in environmentally-friendly, custom residential and commercial buildings. Dennis is active in local community organizations, including the local chapter of the American Institute of Architects,…
IT Grant Gives Peoples’ Self-Help Housing Residents an Opportunity to Connect
CENTRAL COAST — Streaming videos and sharing photos might be the first things that come to mind when you think about having internet access, but the reality is that the internet impacts just about all facets of our daily lives.…
SBCC Dean Alice Perez appointed to position with Chancellor’s Office
SANTA BARBARA — Santa Barbara City College is proud to announce that current Dean of Educational Programs, Alice Perez, has been appointed to the position of Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs with the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office. The position is…
Centerpoint Mall To Open New Free Indoor Playground on Oct. 27. Joins Lazer Broadcasting to Raise Funds For Children’s Hospital
Oxnard Chamber of Commerce to lead a ribbon-cutting ceremony while students from area schools to enjoy the new indoor playground OXNARD — Centerpoint Mall is set to open its new PlayTime Free Indoor Playground on Friday, October 27 at 11 a.m. To celebrate the…
Jackson praises more than 100 after-school programs that are making healthy eating, exercise a priority
SACRAMENTO — As a result of legislation authored by State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) to curb childhood obesity, the California Department of Education has just released the names of more than 100 additional California after-school programs that have received recognition for…
Solvang Community Kicks off 50 Home Challenge for Energy Efficiency
SOLVANG — Residents and local leaders joined together on October 18 to kick-off the 50 Home Challenge, a joint initiative between Santa Barbara County’s emPower Central Coast program and the nonprofit CHERP (Community Home Energy Retrofit Project) to retrofit 50…
Bilingual commentary: Taking a Knee in the Land of the Free
By David Magallanes / Guest contributor David Magallanes Much has been said these past few weeks regarding the NFL players who “take a knee” during the national anthem. The controversy was inflamed by President Trump, who has far more important…
Coastal Housing Partnership: Helping Workers Call Ventura County Home
Next Home Buying Fair on Saturday, Oct. 28 in Ventura VENTURA COUNTY — With the median price of Ventura County homes at nearly $650,000 and expected to increase, home ownership seemed like a lofty goal for Denise Noguera, a social…
Help BBSVC save Ventura County’s BIGS!
VENTURA COUNTY — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County (BBSVC) is putting out a special call for BIGS – mentors who can benefit from the friendship of a Little Brother or Little Sister. There are 150 youth in Ventura County,…
Museum of Ventura update for Oct. 24
Major funding for these programs is made possible in part by the City of San Buenaventura and the County of Ventura. Dia de los Muertos Ofrendas: A Chicano Art Practice for Honoring our Loved Ones Special guest, Roberto Vargas will present the use of…
Carnegie Art Museum update for Oct. 24
Click here to view the entire e-newsletter FIESTA NOCHE ART SALE…. It’s not too late to purchase small masterpieces donated by SoCal artists. The Fiesta Noche Art Sale continues through November 19th! Don’t miss the opportunity to collect affordable…
CenCal Health Earns Excellent Rating and Recognition among California’s Medicaid Plans
SANTA BARBARA — CenCal Health rated in the top 5 percent of Medicaid plans nationally for 2 important areas of care, and in the top 10 percent for an additional 12 areas of care according to the most recent state…
‘Bugs of the Sea…Live Long and Lobster!’ Debut Event on Oct. 19 Goes Swimmingly
SANTA BARBARA — Lobsters, often called “bugs of the sea,” took center stage on Oct. 19 during a new event from the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. About 100 people gathered for Bugs of the Sea…Live Long and Lobster! at…
Women’s Economic Ventures Honors Trailblazer and Business of the Year Award Winners at “Empowerment is Priceless” Fundraiser
Annual event raises more than $400,000 to support local entrepreneurs SANTA BARBARA — Women’s Economic Ventures (WEV) welcomed close to 400 guests and raised more than $400,000 at their Empowerment is Priceless event held on October 10th at the Fess Parker…
Bilingual commentary: A Requiem for Classical Music?
By David Magallanes / Guest contributor David Magallanes This past Sunday, along with other aficionados who filled the First United Methodist Church in Ventura, I attended a concert of the Channel Islands Chamber Orchestra (“CHICO”). The classical music was as…
Boys & Girls Club staff member and former BGCOP Youth of the Year receives University of Phoenix Full-Tuition Scholarship
VENTURA COUNTY — Thanks to a full-tuition scholarship, Boys & Girls Clubs of Oxnard and Port Hueneme staff member Taylor Penny is going back to school to get a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. “This…
New Board Members Bring Higher Education Experience to EDC-VC
VENTURA COUNTY — Dr. Greg Gillespie, chancellor, Ventura County Community College District and Ysabel Trinidad, vice president for finance and administration at California State University Channel Islands are the newest Economic Development Collaborative–Ventura County board members. “Greg and Ysabel each…