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Through Aug. 13 — Ventura County Fair now open
VENTURA —The 142nd Ventura County Fair, “Rooted in Tradition” continues through Aug. 13. We look forward to making lasting memories with you, your friends and your family. (Haga clic aquí para obtener información en español) The Ventura County Fair began in…
Aug. 17 — Third Thursday Studio: Sun Catcher
SANTA BARBARA — Pick, fuse, and design! Embrace the Santa Barbara sunshine by creating a sparkling sun catcher out of colored stained glass and make colors dance in the light! Chelsea Brewer from Brewer & Marr Glassworks will be on…
Aug. 17 — Special screening of “Born Into This” at the Museum of Ventura County
VENTURA — Ventura County Poet Laureate, Phil Taggart, will perform readings from the works of writer Charles Bukowski, at a special showing of “Born Into This,” the documentary chronicling the life of Bukowski. The reading begins at 6:30, with screening…
Aug. 17 — FREE Children’s Dental Day
CENTRAL COAST — Dr. Steven Johnson is hosting the eighth annual FREE kids dental day, Little Hearts, Big Smiles, Thursday, August 17, 2017 from 1:00 to 5:00pm. Johnson Family Dental in Solvang, Santa Barbara, Ventura, and Camarillo will offer free…
Aug. 19 — Channel Islands Maritime Museum to present 3rd Annual Chowder Tasting and Competition
OXNARD — The Channel Islands Maritime Museum will present the 3rd Annual Chowder Tasting and Competition from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19 at 3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard. Local Area Restaurants and Wineries and Firestone Walker Brewery provide: Free Chowder Samples, Free…
Aug. 19 — Trailblazing Women in Law to be Honored
VENTURA COUNTY — Judges Colleen Toy White and Michele Castillo will be honored by Ventura County Women’s Political Council at the annual VCWPC Garden Party on Saturday, August 19, 2017, 1 to 4 pm, in the President’s Courtyard at California…
Aug. 19 — Ventura County Genealogical Society to hold a Free Family History Presentation
CAMARILLO — The Ventura County Genealogical Society will hold a Free Family History Presentation on Saturday, Aug. 19 at the Camarillo Library Community Room, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo. 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.: VCGS DNA SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP MEETING Join us for discussion on…
Aug. 19 — VCWPC Garden Party to honor Judge Michele Castillo, Judge Toy White
CAMARILLO —The Ventura County Women’s Political Council’s VCWPC Garden Party will celebrate “Trailblazing Women in Law” by honoring Judge Michele Castillo and Judge Toy White from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19 at the President’s Courtyard at CSU Channel Islands.…
Aug. 20 — Studio Channel Islands hosts KidSTREAM-sponsored Solar Eclipse Event
CAMARILLO — Studio Channel Islands Art Center will host SUNday SOLebration, a free kid-friendly solar eclipse celebration sponsored by KidSTREAM, an emerging children’s museum committed to bringing hands-on STEM learning to the Ventura County community, 1–3 p.m., Aug. 20, at…
Aug. 20 — CAUSE Action Fund to honor Ed & Susan Lacey with Corazón Award
SOMIS — The CAUSE Action Fund to honor Ed & Susan Lacey with the Corazón Award from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 20 at Rancho Las Posas, 4192 Bradley Road, Somis. CAUSE cordially invites the public to “An Afternoon of…
Through Aug. 20 — Carnegie Art Museum Announces Summer Exhibition
OXNARD — Contemporary approaches in SoCal Art using the medium of water color are showcased in Soluble Power on display at the Carnegie Art Museum from June 11- August 20, 2017. It features the art of Gary Brewer of Los Angeles, Gail Faulkner…
Aug. 21 — Gain Hands-on Business Skills through SBCC Scheinfeld Center Entrepreneurship Courses, Now Enrolling
Registration now open, classes begin August 21 SANTA BARBARA — This fall, aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners enrolled at Santa Barbara City College can jump into the role and reality of business operations in our global economy through SBCC Scheinfeld Center…
Aug. 21 — Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History hosts a solar eclipse viewing party
SANTA BARBARA — Day will turn into night when a rare celestial event takes over the sky later this month. The Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History invites families to “Experience the Eclipse,” a solar eclipse viewing on Monday, August…
Aug. 23 — El Centrito Family Learning Centers to hold Executive Director Meet & Greet / Open House
OXNARD — El Centrito Family Learning Centers will hold an Executive Director Meet & Greet / Open House at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 23 at 450 S. K St., Room 111, Oxnard. Learn all about El Centrito Family Learning Centers Programs…
Aug. 24 — Express yourself! Learn to sing and play the recorder, study music of the ‘60s
SANTA BARBARA — Can’t help singing along with the radio during the morning commute or tapping along to the beat? Channel that energy into a new hobby by taking a tuition-free class at the SBCC School of Extended Learning focusing…
Aug. 24 — Museum of Ventura County to present ‘Crimes of the Century: A Decade by Decade Look at Ten of America’s Most Sensational Crimes’
VENTURA — The Museum of Ventura County will present “The Crime of the Century: An Inside Look at the Manson Murders” with journalist Ivor Davis, from 7–9 p.m Thursday, Aug. 24 at 100 Main St,, Ventura, Davis visited the Manson family at the…
Aug. 24 — Bilingual report: Farmworker Fair in August– Feria Campesina en Agosto
OXNARD — FARMWORKERS! . . . JOIN US FOR THE FARMWORKER FAIR – FERIA CAMPESINA ON THURSDAY, AUGUST 24, FROM 1 P.M. TO 4 P.M. AT THE AMERICA’S JOB CENTER OF CALIFORNIA, 2901 NORTH VENTURA ROAD IN OXNARD. DON’T MISS THE…
Aug. 25 — Master the written word! Discover what it takes to get your fiction published and study short stories
SANTA BARBARA — Intriguing characters, a good story line and a compelling narrative voice are among the characteristics of effective, publishable fiction. With more than 30 years of experience at the executive editor level for a variety of publishers, SBCC…
Aug. 25 — California Welcome Center in Oxnard and REI Team up to offer Photography Class
OXNARD – For all those locals and visitors interested in learning all about the latest trends in mobile photography, the California Welcome Center (CWC) located at the Collection Shopping Center in Oxnard is teaming up with REI to offer a…
26 de agosto — Invitación a la conferencia ‘Planificando un mejor futuro financiero’
OXNARD — Invitación a la conferencia “Planificando un mejor futuro financiero,” 26 de agosto, 2017, 2pm a 4pm, Consulado de Mexico, 3151 W. Fifth St., Oxnard.
Through Aug. 26 — Channel Islands Harbor Presents Concerts by the Sea – summertime lineup for free concert series
OXNARD — Channel Islands Harbor is holding its Concerts by the Sea each Saturday from July 1– Aug. 26. The free summer concert series will be from 4-6 p.m. at Peninsula Park, 3401 Peninsula Road, Oxnard at Channel Islands Harbor,…
Aug. 26 — Moorpark College Golden Gala, Celebrating 50 Years of Student Success
MOORPARK — This year marks the 50-year anniversary of Moorpark College and we invite you to join us for the Moorpark College Golden Gala, Saturday, August 26, at the Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley. Hosted by the Moorpark College…
Aug. 26 — Grateful Dead Tribute Band Cubensis featured at the Museum of Ventura County’s Summer of Love Celebration Finale
VENTURA — The beat goes on with a blast from the past as Grateful Dead Tribute Band Cubensis bring the sights, sounds and fun of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead to Ventura. For over 30 years, Cubensis has brought new…
Aug. 26 — Getty conservator who restores paintings from the masters to speak at Camarillo Library
CAMARILLO — Paul Getty Museum Associate Conservator Devi Ormond revives famous works of art hidden behind layers of dirt and discolored varnish hundreds of years old. Sometimes it takes days, sometimes years, depending on the painting. “When conservators clean a painting,…
Aug. 27 — Ventura County Reproductive Rights Network to present Annual Write for Your Rights event
VENTURA — The Ventura County Reproductive Rights Network is hosting its signature Write For Your Rights event to bring together our community’s collective voice during a time when threats to reproductive rights are at an all time high. Attempts to block…
Aug. 28 — El Concilio Family Services to present the ‘Dr. Raymond F. Lopez, Jr. Golf Classic’
CAMARILLO — El Concilio Family Services will present the “Dr. Raymond F. Lopez, Jr. Golf Classic” Monday, Aug. 28at Spanish Hills Country Club. Golf entry fee is $200. Check in at 9:30 a.m., with Shotgun Start at 11 a.m. Online registration…
Through Aug. 31 — The Collection at RiverPark sets the stage for jam-packed summer entertainment with ‘Rock the Collection’ concert series
OXNARD — The Collection at RiverPark invites guests to rock out all summer long at its annual Rock the Collection concert series. Back by popular demand, the beloved seasonal event will run for nine consecutive Thursdays at 6 p.m. through Aug.…
Ventura College Foundation appoints Anne King Interim Executive Director
VENTURA — The board of directors of the Ventura College Foundation named Anne Paul King as its interim executive director following the resignation of Norbert Tan, effective July 7. King previously served as the Foundation’s development director for the past three…
Bilingual commentary: The Economically Troubled Generation of Women
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 /…
Oxnard Salsa Challenge of 2017 — Last call for entries
View the entire e-newsletter here It’s Time To Claim Your Fame! You can claim your bragging rights by entering your fabulous salsa recipe in the showdown of the year – the Oxnard Salsa Challenge of 2017 – Amateur Division…
Accreditation Reaffirmed for Santa Barbara City College
SANTA BARBARA — Santa Barbara City College received reaffirmation of its accreditation status from the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) earlier this month. “I am very pleased that Santa Barbara City College received full reaffirmation of its accreditation…
Assemblymember Irwin names Many Mansions as the Assembly District 44 Nonprofit of the Year
SACRAMENTO – Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (D-Thousand Oaks) named Many Mansions as her 2017 Nonprofit of the Year. Every year members of the California State Assembly are asked to name an outstanding nonprofit to recognize during a ceremony on the floor of…
State Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson selects the Environmental Defense Center as her Non-Profit of the Year
SACRAMENTO – State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) will honor the Environmental Defense Center as her 2017 Non-profit of the Year in the second annual California Nonprofits Day in Sacramento today. Formed in the wake of the devastating Santa Barbara oil…
Studio Channel Islands Recognizes TOLD Corporation as Medici Award Winner
CAMARILLO — Studio Channel Islands is delighted to announce that the 2017 Medici Award winner is TOLD Corporation. The Medici Award is the highest recognition that Studio Channel Islands can give. Each year the Board of Directors of Studio Channel Islands…
Ventura County Public Works Agency awards 2017 Employees of the Year
VENTURA COUNTY — Ventura County Public Works Agency (VCPWA) awarded three veteran personnel with Employee of the Year awards at the Public Works Week resolution on May 23. Mariann Kovats, a Supervising Accounting Technician who works in the Central Services…
Gold Coast Health Plan to Invest $1.5 Million in Ventura County Programs
Medi-Cal Plan to Fund 16 Programs that Focus on Access to Health Care, Food and Housing CAMARILLO — Gold Coast Health Plan (GCHP) is awarding $1.5 million in grants to organizations throughout Ventura County for programs that focus on access to…
KCLU journalist wins 3rd national award
Society of Professional Journalists honors fire story WASHINGTON, D.C. — KCLU Radio News Director Lance Orozco received a national award for excellence in journalism on Friday. Orozco picked up the 2016 National Society of Professional Journalists Sigma Delta Chi Award for…
Jackson Bill To Create “California Trust Women” License Plate Passes Assembly Transportation Committee
SACRAMENTO – As the White House and Republican Congress continue to threaten federal funding for family planning services in their latest healthcare proposal, a bill by State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) to create a specialized pro-choice license plate with proceeds…
Oxnard Public Library-sponsored Architecture Tour of Heritage Square to be held July 26
OXNARD — In line with the Oxnard Public Library adult summer reading program where we celebrate those who make our world a more interesting, livable, and beautiful place, we will have an opportunity to take a wonderful docent-led tour on…
Porfirio Gutierrez, artist, master weaver and advocate named CAM Studio Artist in Residence
CAM STUDIO ARTIST IN RESIDENCE Porfirio Gutierrez, artist, master weaver and advocate comes from a long line of traditional Zapotec weavers from Teotitlan del Valle, Oaxaca, Mexico where his family is still dedicated to this art. He divides his time …
Limón Honors UCSB Student Max Peck as Veteran of the Year
SACRAMENTO — Assemblymember Monique Limón (D-Santa Barbara) has honored Afghanistan veteran and University of California, Santa Barbara student Max Peck as the 2017 Veteran of the Year for the 37th Assembly District. “Max braved improvised explosive devices and enemy fire…
Bilingual commentary: Trump’s Mars Mission
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 /…
State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson’s Bill to Ensure Healthy After School Program for Kids Advances
SB 55 seeks to build on an existing program created by Jackson legislation to prevent childhood obesity SACRAMENTO – A bill by State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) to extend a program that encourages healthy eating and exercise in California’s after school programs…
Ferguson Case Orr Paterson Attorney Appointed to State Bar Committee
VENTURA — Attorney John Andersen, a partner with the law firm Ferguson Case Orr Paterson, has been appointed to the executive committee of the Trusts and Estates Section of the State Bar of California, commonly referred to as TEXCOM. Anderson is a certified specialist in estate…
Santa Barbara Bowl Announces Spring 2017 Grant Awards
Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation awards over $112,000 to Santa Barbara County performing arts programs as part of its Spring 2017 Education Outreach Grant Program. Santa Barbara, CA, (June 22, 2017) – The Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation Board of Directors is pleased to…
Bilingual report: Clinicas del Camino Real Inc. to host ‘Festival del Sol’ free health fair for seniors on July 22
VENTURA COUNTY — Clinicas del Camino Real Inc. will host “Festival del Sol,” a FREE Health Fair for Seniors on Saturday, July 22th from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at their El Rio Health Center, located at 221 Ventura Blvd. Suite…
Oxnard Salsa Festival announces ‘Dancing With Our Community Stars’
Dancing With Our Community Stars VOTE TODAY! Community leaders will dance for the greater good during the 2017 Dancing with our Community Stars Dance Contest and Charity Fundraiser taking place during the 24th Annual Oxnard Salsa Festival. The 2017 line-up will…
Todd Broussard Joins Peoples’ Self-Help Housing as New Director of Construction
SAN LUIS OBISPO — Peoples’ Self-Help Housing (PSHH) welcomes Todd Broussard as new Director of Construction, overseeing the entire rental development construction department. Broussard has years of construction and development management experience through employment with jurisdictions such as the City of…
United Way Honors Legacy Donors at 32nd Annual Heritage Club Luncheon
SANTA BARBARA — United Way of Santa Barbara County’s (UWSBC) Heritage Club members gathered at the Santa Barbara Zoo on June 1, 2017, to celebrate and be recognized for leaving their legacies to this community. United Way of Santa Barbara County…