GranVida Senior Living and Memory Care is Excited to Celebrate the Promotion of Sales Assistant Ashley Villarreal to Director of Sales CARPINTERIA — To further contribute to the ongoing success of GranVida Senior Living and Memory Care Community, Ashley Villarreal has…
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Jackson’s Bill to Combat Workplace Sexual Harassment Passes Key Committee
SACRAMENTO — As more people come forward with their experiences of being sexually harassed by colleagues and bosses, State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara)’s legislation to fight sexual harassment in the workplace passed the Senate Labor and Industrial Relations committee today on a…
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley Accepting Registrations for the 2018 Spring Sports Leagues
AGOURA HILLS — The community is invited to register for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley’s Spring 2018 coed Jr. NBA Basketball League. The Sports Leagues are open to ages 3-12. The Jr. NBA Basketball League is held…
On Equal Pay Day, Jackson Announces Bill to Continue the Fight for Equal Pay
SB 1284 will ensure that California gathers equal pay data blocked by Trump SACRAMENTO – On Equal Pay Day, the day that represents how far into the next year women must work to earn what men did in the prior year,…
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley offer an Action-Packed Summer Experience…. Registration for Summer Camp has Begun
AGOURA HILLS — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley are gearing up to provide an action-packed, fun filled summer adventure for youth, ages 5-17 during the 2018 Summer Camp. Camp registration is now underway with early bird rates…
The Annex at The Collection at RiverPark Receives Accolade Recognizing Innovative Business Practices
OXNARD — The Annex at The Collection at RiverPark, a community minded public market showcasing 12 artisan micro-shops, is being honored for their contributions to the Oxnard community by receiving the Innovative Business of the Year Award from the Oxnard…
25th Annual Oxnard Salsa Festival Seeks Sponsors
OXNARD — Sponsorship applications are being accepted for the 25th Annual Oxnard Salsa Festival. The festival attracts over 40,000 attendees who love all things salsa–dance, music and food. The event is July 28 and 29, 2018 at Plaza Park, (Fifth…
Carnegie Art Museum update for April 10
Click here for the entire e-newsletter CURRENT EXHIBITION through – May 27, 2018 Black & White & In Between: Contemporary Art from the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation This exhibition features works by artists who have explored the formal, conceptual,…
Segue Career Mentors update for April 9
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Student comment: “The speakers motivated me to realize that I need to get good grades to get into good colleges and to then get into a good company. Helped me think about what…
Applications Available for High School and College Scholarships
VENTURA COUNTY — The Museum of Ventura County has announced the opening of the application process for its visual arts scholarships. These scholarships are available to any high school senior preparing to enter college in the fall of 2018 or…
Applications Available for Ventura County Junior Lifeguard Program
VENTURA COUNTY — Enrollment applications are now available to youth interested in participating in the Ventura County 2018 Junior Lifeguard Program. The Junior Lifeguard Program, sponsored by the Ventura County Harbor Department, offers youth 8 to 15 years of age…
KidSTREAM Expands Board of Directors
CAMARILLO — KidSTREAM, an emerging children’s museum, recently added three new members to its board of directors to help bring hands-on STEM learning, reading and the arts to the region’s children and families. New members Jena Mehrotra, Ph.D., Martha Martinez-Bravo,…
First-ever indigenous languages and literature conference at UCSB featured poets, writers and scholars
By Karen Lindell • UCSB “For my people the word is truth, feeling, memory, symbol of struggle, of resistance, of identity. To possess it and to re-create it is a way of knowledge, a form of communion with the sacred,…
Bilingual report: Mensaje del Presidente Enrique Peña Nieto referido a la relación entre México y los Estados Unidos de América
View this email in your browser “Hay algo que a todos, absolutamente a todos los mexicanos, nos une y nos convoca: La certeza de que nada, ni nadie, está por encima de la dignidad de México” — Presidente Enrique Peña Nieto…
Bilingual commentary: Our Choice: Fountain or Lagoon?
Editor’s note: Amigos805 welcomes local guest columns, letters to the editor and other submissions from our readers. All opinions expressed in submitted material are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the viewpoint of Amigos805. By David Magallanes •…
Carnegie Art Museum Cornerstones update for April 5
Click here for the entire e-newsletter CAM ART TOUR BEHIND THE SCENES SILVER CIRCLE TOUR CAM Silver Circle members are invited to join us for a SoCal Art Experience at the Marciano Art Foundation followed by a Behind the Scenes Tour of artist Kelly Reemtsen‘s studio in…
Staying active is one of the best ways to keep a body healthy
This April, the American Heart Association encourages small steps—actual steps—that lead to big gains to become Healthy For Good™ OXNARD — Last year, the American Heart Association (AHA) — the world’s leading voluntary organization dedicated to building healthier lives — encouraged…
Jackson Named Legislator of the Year for Her Work Supporting Veterans
SACRAMENTO –State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) will be recognized as the AMVETS 2017 Legislator of the Year today for her work supporting veterans in the criminal justice system. Her SB 725 (pre-trial diversion) was one of AMVETS’s top priority bills last year.…
Staying active is one of the best ways to keep a body healthy
This April, the American Heart Association encourages small steps—actual steps—that lead to big gains to become Healthy For Good™ SANTA BARBARA — Last year, the American Heart Association (AHA) — the world’s leading voluntary organization dedicated to building healthier lives — encouraged Americans to lace up their…
Spring Season Brings Changes to the Ventura County Certified Farmers’ Market Association
VENTURA — Spring brings fresh offerings and changes to the Ventura County Certified Farmers’ Market Association (VCCFMA). With the unpredictable weather over the last year, the season has changed and is affecting many of the fruits and their cycles. Farmers…
RISE Executive Director Named Woman of the Year by California State Legislature
Jennifer Adams Honored in Sacramento by Senator Bill Monning SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — In March, Senate Majority Leader Bill Monning honored Jennifer Adams as the 2018 District 17 Woman of the Year. Presented by the Legislative Women’s Caucus during Women’s History…
Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara update for April 3
Click here for the entire e-newsletter UPCOMING EVENTS EXHIBITIONS ON VIEW Cecily Brown: Rehearsal On view January 28 – June 3, 2018 MCASB Main Space Cecily Brown: Rehearsal, curated by Claire Gilman, Senior Curator at The Drawing Center, is the…
California Distinguished Schools Include Three in Ventura County
VENTURA COUNTY — Three Ventura County elementary schools are being honored as 2018 California Distinguished Schools by the California Department of Education. Schools that applied were eligible based on their performance and progress on the state indicators as described on…
Vote For Your “Fan Favorite” Band; Winner To Perform at 35th Annual California Strawberry Festival
OXNARD — Four talented bands are vying for the title of the California Strawberry Festival’s “Fan Favorite” in an online contest currently underway. The winner of the Fan Favorite Battle of the Bands Contest, chosen by the public, will receive…
SPOTLIGHT: May 5 — Girls Inc. of Carpinteria to host Mariachi Encuentro
CARPINTERIA — This Cinco de Mayo, Girls Inc. of Carpinteria hosts its 10th annual Mariachi Encuentro event, an evening filled with authentic Mexican food, music, and culture. Guests will enjoy dinner and live entertainment, featuring Los Angeles-based Mariachi Garibaldi de…
May 8 — Father Greg Boyle to Speak at Garvin Theatre
SANTA BARBARA — Reverend Gregory J. Boyle, the founder and executive director of Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles, the world’s largest and most successful gang intervention, rehabilitation and re-entry program, will speak at SBCC’s Garvin Theatre on Tuesday, May 8…
May 19 — CSUCI Commencement will present honorary degrees for Former Second Lady Tipper Gore, Judge Michele Castillo
CAMARILLO — Former second lady of the United States Elizabeth “Tipper” Gore and Ventura County Superior Court Judge Michele Marie Castillo will speak at CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) Commencement on May 19, 2018. President Erika D. Beck will present Castillo with an…
Through May 20 — Bilingual report: Teatro de las Américas to present ‘Stand and Deliver’
OXNARD — Stand and Deliver is next We have made a change in the dates we are on stage. Please note the new dates: Fridays May 4 & 11 Saturday May 12 Sundays May 6 and 13 You may also…
Bilingual report: State Sen. Jackson Honors Cesar Chavez
SACRAMENTO – In advance of what would have been Cesar Chavez’s 91st birthday tomorrow, State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) released the following statement honoring the labor organizer for his contributions to social justice: “Cesar Chavez dedicated his life to improving the…
Paso Pacifico Empowering Nicaraguan Women to Build a More Sustainable Future
VENTURA — Women’s History Month is often celebrated by reflecting on significant achievements from the past, but for one group of women in the coastal town of El Ostional, Nicaragua, the focus is squarely on the future. In Nicaragua, as…
Marjorie Luke Theatre update for March 30
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Upcoming Events Three Revolutions: Steering Automated, Shared, and Electric Vehicles to a Better Future Thursday, April 5th 7:00pm The Marjorie Luke Theatre, The Community Environmental Council (CEC), and COAST Santa Barbara present “Three Revolutions: Steering Automated,…
Museum of Ventura County update for March 29
Major funding for these programs is made possible by the City of San Buenaventura and the County of Ventura. Free Family Spring Fling Hop into spring with a fun community celebration, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday,March 31, as the Museum of…
Carnegie Art Museum update for March 29
Click here for the entire e-newsletter The Museum will be CLOSED tomorrow Friday, March 30th in observance of Cesar Chavez Day and Sunday, April 1st for Easter. Happy Holidays! CURRENT EXHIBITION through – May 27, 2018 Black & White…
Bilingual commentary: Ruining Our Children
Editor’s note: Amigos805 welcomes local guest columns, letters to the editor and other submissions from our readers. All opinions expressed in submitted material are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the viewpoint of Amigos805. By David Magallanes •…
Easter Shoppers Will Spring Into Action For These Specials At Centerpoint Mall
OXNARD — Easter shoppers will spring into action for these specials at Centerpoint Mall at the more than 49 retail, specialty, entertainment and restaurants ranging from jewelry and perfumes to candy and fashion accessories, among others. Centerpoint Mall is the…
Gold Coast Transit District Introduces Mobile Ticketing
OXNARD — Gold Coast Transit District (GCTD) has launched a mobile ticketing application pilot in partnership with Token Transit that gives customers a new and cashless fare payment choice. As part of GCTD’s commitment to providing a better customer experience,…
CSUCI Student Affairs earns national recognition for the fifth consecutive year
CAMARILLO — For the fifth consecutive year, CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) has placed among the 2018 Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs. The recognition comes from a national publication on higher education and diversity called “Diverse: Issues in Higher Education.” CSUCI…
EDC-VC update for March 28
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Chairman’s Message Chris Meissner One of my priorities as 2018 Chair will be to work closely with Bruce Stenslie as the EDC-VC enhances communication and support for the growing network of organizations and…
Camarillo Hospice Announces New Service: Grief Support in Spanish
CAMARILLO — Camarillo Hospice, a Program of Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association, is now offering individual, couple, and family counseling in Spanish for those grieving the death of a loved one, Camarillo Hospice will offer two Spanish General Bereavement Groups…
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County (BBSVC) recognizes Steven M. Greenwood for Community Honor
VENTURA COUNTY — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County (BBSVC) is proud to recognize Mr. Steven M. Greenwood for his many ongoing contributions to the agency, which have ranged from the generosity of annual giving, to his prior service…
Bilingual report: City of Oxnard Information Technology College Internships Now Open
OXNARD — The City of Oxnard is inviting students to enroll in an Information Technology (IT) internship program offered through the Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD). View video here. The City of Oxnard Internship Program, now in its second…
Free Carnival Ride Tickets Offered Through Conejo Valley Days’ “Read & Ride”
CONEJO VALLEY — For the fourth year, Conejo Valley Days (CVD) is offering free carnival ride passes for students who take part in its “Read & Ride” literacy program. CVD, in conjunction with carnival operator Kastl Amusements, is encouraging kids…
New Hope for Treating Pain, Concussion, Depression, Migraines, and More
SANTA BARBARA — The TheraMind Center of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce the expansion of its hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) services with the addition of a second mild HBOT (mHBOT) unit designed to allow patients with movement or pain…
CSUCI staff member wins national award for Undocumented Student Ally Training program
CAMARILLO — CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) staff member Martha Zavala Perez has received national recognition for her leadership role in the creation of a formal Undocumented Student Ally Training Program. Zavala Perez, who is the Coordinator of Underrepresented Student Initiatives, was awarded…
Limón And Jackson Legislation Opens Critical Access to Mental Health Services at Vista Del Mar Following Thomas Fire Damage
SACRAMENTO — Assembly Bill 417, authored by Assemblymember Monique Limón (D – Santa Barbara) and co-authored by State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara), was signed by Governor Brown today. “Vista Del Mar is a critically important provider of BOTH inpatient and outpatient mental health…
2018 California Strawberry Festival Seeks Submission for Berry Blast Off Recipe Contest
OXNARD — The 35th Annual California Strawberry Festival is seeking those with a love of strawberries and an artistic culinary flair to enter its “Berry Blast Off Recipe Contest.” Submissions must be original, non-baked, sweet or savory-tasting strawberry dishes. Entries…
Law Firm Ferguson Case Orr Paterson Moves Westlake Office to New Location
WESTLAKE VILLAGE — Ferguson Case Orr Paterson LLP (FCOP), Ventura County’s largest law firm, recently announced it moved its Westlake Village office to a new location, 4550 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Suite 250, in Westlake Village. Since 1982, FCOP has…
California Strawberry Festival’s 35th Anniversary Celebration Offers Special Discounts to Groups of 20 or More
OXNARD — Plan a group outing to the California Strawberry Festival’s 35th Anniversary Celebration, May 19 and 20, and enjoy special ticket discounts. The annual event at Strawberry Meadows of College Park in Oxnard celebrates all things strawberry. Now through…
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley Announce Youth of the Year Winners
CONEJO VALLEY — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley recently held its annual Superstars of the Year Celebration which recognizes local youth and volunteers who have made a contribution to the Boys & Girls Clubs. The Youth of the Year…
Foster VC Kids: urgent need for homes for children and teens, especially in the cities of Oxnard and Ventura
VENTURA COUNTY — Foster VC Kids, a program of Ventura County’s Children and Family Services, has launched a new initiative – What does home mean to you? – to raise awareness and educate the public about the increased and immediate…