SANTA BARBARA — The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara recently invited community leaders and partners to celebrate the renovation kick-off for the Pearl Gardens and Sycamore Gardens family housing properties with a tour of old and newly…
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Open Positions at Westmont College
The following are open positions for employment at Westmont College. If you are interested in applying for any of these positions please follow the link below to our online application. Student Life Assistant Senior User Services Specialist Secretary-Communication Studies /…
City National Bank fortifies EDC-VC Loan Fund with $250,000 to help local businesses
CAMARILLO, Calif. – City National Bank presented a check for $250,000 to the Economic Development Collaborative-Ventura County’s Business Development Loan Fund at the organization’s 19th Annual Meeting recently held in Camarillo. This funding is in addition to $250,000 provided by City…
Guest commentary: Multicultural Mental Health — Community Defined Practices
Message Therapy: The Intuitive Touch Editor’s note: Amigos805 welcomes 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.…
UCSB Student Veterans Bring Unique Experiences; Face Additional Challenges
Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation Provides Financial Support to UCSB Veterans Program SANTA BARBARA — Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation (PCVF) is proud to announce its fourth year of continued financial support for UC Santa Barbara’s Veterans Resource Center. UCSB’s Veterans Resource Center…
Bilingual commentary: The Loss of Civility
Editor’s note: Amigos805 welcomes 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 / Guest contributor David Magallanes…
Ventura County Public Works Agency announces nearly 40 percent drop in traffic collisions on County roads
VENTURA COUNTY — The number of traffic collisions on County roads has dropped by almost 40% in a decade, the Ventura County Public Works Agency (VCPWA) announced recently. The trend toward fewer accidents has mostly been downward since the County…
More than $7,000 in scholarships available to art students
OJAI — The Ojai Studio Artists are giving over $7,000 for art scholarships to qualifying high school and college students who are residents of Ventura County and who are pursuing a career in the field of art. Applicants are eligible to…
Grammy-nominated singer Perla Batalla to give two free concerts on April 29 at CSU Channel Islands
CAMARILLO — A Grammy-nominated vocalist, composer and arranger who first gained international attention as a backup singer for vocalist Leonard Cohen will give two free concerts on the CSU Channel Islands (CI) campus at 5 and 8 p.m. on Friday, April 29.…
MICOP to present ‘Indigenous Knowledge Conference 2016’ on April 29
OXNARD — Join us in learning more about Ventura County’s 20,000 indigenous immigrants, their lives, and how to build partnerships with the community. We look forward to seeing you! Friday, April 29, 2016 The Oxnard College Performing Arts Building 4000 South…
Former L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa to be keynote speaker at California LULAC ‘Veterans Luncheon’ on April 29
California LULAC State Convention kicks off activities with Special Veterans Luncheon LOS ANGELES — The California State League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) announced April 19 that former Los Angeles Mayor, Antonio Villaraigosa, will be the keynote speaker at the LULAC…
El Concilio Family Services announces winners of Latino Leadership Awards. Event to be held May 6
OXNARD — El Concilio Family Services in Oxnard has announced the winners of its 27th annual Latino Leadership Awards. The winners include Alejandra Castellanos, Amelia Aparicio, Dr. Ana M. Becerra, Erika Arteaga, Jesse Lamas Calvillo, Dr. Kaia Tollefson, Matilde “Mati” Sanchez…
Oxnard College Ballet Folklórico Mestizo to present Spring Dance Concert April 29-30
OXNARD — The Oxnard College Ballet Folklórico Mestizo will present its spring dance concert on Friday, April 29th & Saturday, April 30th at 7:30 pm, Oxnard College Performing Arts Building (PAB), 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard. A family friendly event. Colorful &…
Bilingual report: Conferencia para estudiantes indocumentados (DREAMer’s) el 7 de mayo en San Luis Obispo
SAN LUIS OBISPO — El Cuesta College de San Luis Obispo invita a los estudiantes, padres, maestros, y demás involucrados en temas educativos a informarse acerca de las opciones y recursos disponibles para los estudiantes indocumentados. Este simposio gratuito y abierto a todo…
Free Concerts April 29 through May 1: Latin Grammy Winners Monsieur Periné presented by ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara!
¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! presents Latin Grammy Winners Monsieur Periné Latin Grammy Winners/ Ganadores del Latin Grammy Monsieur Periné Suin a la Colombiana / Colombian swing FREE concert / Entrada gratuita Friday, April 29/ Viernes, 29 de abril 7:00…
Korean War Symposium, Luncheon ‘The Forgotten War, Korea 66 Years On’ to be held May 9
Join Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation (PCVF) and the Channel City Club as they honor veterans of the Korean War at their Korean War Symposium and Luncheon, “The Forgotten War, Korea 66 Years On” on Monday, May 9 at the Fess Parker…
Latin Grammy winners Monsieur Periné bring “Suin a la colombiana” to Santa Barbara April 29 through May 1
SANTA BARBARA — Monsieur Periné, Latin Grammy winners for “Best New Artist” of 2015, come to Santa Barbara for free family events of art and music presented by ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! Monsieur Periné will perform in free…
Santa Barbara Family YMCA to Host Free Healthy Kids Day® on April 30
SANTA BARBARA — From 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 pm. on Saturday, April 30, the Santa Barbara Family YMCA is holding a free community event to inspire more kids to keep their minds and bodies active. The event features activities such…
Make plans to attend the 69th Annual California LULAC Convention and Policy Summit April 30 through May 1
California LULAC State Convention and Policy Summit April 30 – May 1, 2016 The Garland Hotel 4222 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91602 Policy Workshop Sessions on Access to Higher Education, Chicano Studies, Chicano History, Immigration, Voting Rights, Running…
Fairy Tales Come Alive at Channel Islands Harbor – First Performance May 1: Cinderella Meets the Avengers
Channel Islands Harbor presents Gypsies in a Trunk, the all-volunteer troupe of actors who perform free fairy tales for the young and the young at heart. They will be performing “Cinderella Meets the Avengers” at 2 p.m., May 1, at…
Dog Personalities Shine During Playgroups at May 1 Open House
Community invited to free event featuring dog playgroups and fun activities for the whole family SANTA BARBARA — One year after the Santa Barbara Humane Society introduced socialization play groups for its dogs, the average length of stay has dropped from…
Oxnard College Literature, Arts & Lecture Series Spring 2016 through May 4
OXNARD — The Oxnard College Literature, Arts & Lecture Series will begin its 2016 Spring Series on February 24th, featuring Darius Wallace performing “Frederick Douglass and the Starry Road to Freedom.” Other events include: “Treasures of Spain: Song, Dance, and Guitar”…
RSVP deadline approaching for El Concilio’s Latino Leadership Awards
OXNARD — The RSVP deadline is approaching for El Concilio’s Family Services 27th annual Latino Leadership Awards. The winners include Alejandra Castellanos, Amelia Aparicio, Dr. Ana M. Becerra, Erika Arteaga, Jesse Lamas Calvillo, Dr. Kaia Tollefson, Matilde “Mati” Sanchez and…
Action Star Danny Trejo Headlines Rick Najera’s Latino Thought Makers Series at Oxnard College on May 4
OXNARD — Action star Danny Trejo will headline the season finale of Rick Najera’s popular Latino Thought Makers entertainment series live on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 at 7:00pm at Oxnard College’s 400-seat state-of-the art Performing Arts Center in Oxnard, CA. The series, presented by Oxnard College Institute for Latino Performing Arts,…
Ventura County Supervisor 3rd District Candidate Forum to be held April 26
CAMARILLO — The Noontime Optimist Club of Camarillo invites the public to participate in a candidate forum for the Ventura County Supervisor, 3rd District, which will be held on Tuesday, April 26th, 2016, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. The public is…
emPower Hosts Dine & Discover Workshop at Rusty’s Pizza on April 28
In the spirit of Earth Day, emPower Central Coast will be offering advice on improving home efficiency at a free Dine & Discover workshop April 28 at Rusty’s Pizza, 232 W. Carrillo St. A program of Santa Barbara County’s Energy…
Mental Wellness Center Kicks Off 5th Annual 5K Walk for Mental Wellness
SANTA BARBARA — Hundreds of community members will go the extra mile on Friday, May 6 to show support for those affected by mental illness, by participating in the 5th annual Walk for Mental Wellness, led by the Mental Wellness…
Bilingual report: State Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson — On César Chávez Day, let us remember his call for economic justice, equality
SACRAMENTO – The life of civil rights leader and labor organizer is celebrated today, on what would have been his 89th birthday. State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) released the following statement: “As we celebrate what would have been his 89th birthday,…
21st annual César E. Chávez march, celebration to be held on April 10 in Oxnard
OXNARD — The 21st annual Cesar E. Chavez March for Justice — “Overtime for Farm Workers Now!” will be held Sunday, April 10. Marchers will gather at 9 a.m. at Cesar Chavez Elementary School, 300 N. Juanita St., Oxnard, with the…
The UCSB Library’s speaker series presents Carl Gutierrez-Jones on ‘Science Fiction and Creative Self-Destruction’ on April 12
SANTA BARBARA — The UCSB Library’s speaker series will present Carl Gutierrez-Jones discussion on “Science Fiction and Creative Self-Destruction” at 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 12 at the Pacific View Room, Library, Ocean Side, 8th Floor. A reception will follow the free…
Girls Inc. of Greater Santa Barbara Holds Open House on April 14
SANTA BARBARA — Girls Inc. of Greater Santa Barbara is holding a Spring Open House on Thursday, April 14 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Tour the Santa Barbara and Goleta Valley Centers and learn about 2016 programs and activities. For more…
Rick Najera to Host Latino Thought Makers’ All-Star Social Media Panel at Oxnard College on April 13
Social Media Stars & Influencers Vincent Marcus, Ana Flores & David Lopez discuss starting out and rise to Internet fame OXNARD — The Oxnard College Institute for Performing Arts presents the next installment of Latino Thought Makers featuring social media stars and influencers:Vincent Marcus, Ana…
Ventura College celebrates the county with its inaugural ‘Diversity in Culture Festival April 14-16
Free three-day multicultural festival to showcase cultures through dance, music, film, food, speakers and more VENTURA — Ventura County is a mosaic of cultures and ethnicities, with residents hailing from around the world. To celebrate the multicultural diversity of the county and…
Community Memorial Health Systems to present ‘Prediabetes / Diabetes Management Seminar & Workshops’ starting April 16
VENTURA — Community Memorial Health Systems to present “Prediabetes / Diabetes Management Seminar & Workshops” from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 16 at Community Memorial Hospital, 147 N. Brent St., Ventura, in Nichols Auditorium, 8th Floor. Future workshops to be…
CDA Cares free dental clinic coming to Ventura April 16-17
VENTURA — The California Dental Association Foundation will be hosting a CDA Cares free dental clinic April 16-17 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. Patients are seen on a first-come, first-served basis with a goal of providing care to approximately 2,000…
emPower Joining Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival April 16 & 17
County’s home energy efficiency program invites homeowners to learn about home energy efficiency at festival SANTA BARBARA — emPower Central Coast will offer home energy efficiency tips, provide information on home upgrade programs and hand out 100 free energy-efficient LED lightbulbs at…
CAUSE Action Fund to present Annual Leadership Awards Reception in Santa Barbara on April 17
SANATA BARBARA — The CAUSE Action Fund will present the Annual Leadership Awards Reception from 2 to 4:30 Sunday, April 17 at the Cabrillo Pavilion Arts Center, 1118 E. Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara. The event will honor Lifetime Achievement Awards Recipients…
Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival 2016 Highlights Announced; Mariachi and Son Jarocho Bands Take the Stage on April 17
SANTA BARBARA – The Community Environmental Council (CEC) hosts the 2016 Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival at Alameda Park on Saturday, April 16 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday, April 17 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. CEC’s Santa…
Stanford University Longevity and Aging Expert to Speak at SBCC Center for Lifelong Learning Mind & Supermind, April 18
Professor Walter Bortz, M.D., Scientific Expert on Longevity and Aging to discuss Dare To Be 100: The Plasticity of Human Aging SANTA BARBARA — On April 18, SBCC Center for Lifelong Learning (the CLL) will host “Dare To Be 100: The…
Straight Up Jazz with John Schnackenberg and Cougar Estrada Sax & Keyboard next set for April 19
SANTA BARBARA —Every Third Tuesday of the month, Lovejoy’s Pickle Room presents live jazz. The groovy duo of Cougar Estrada and John Schnackenberg put out some “straight ahead” jazz on keyboards and baritone sax, respectively. They will next perform Lovejoy’s Pickle…
Girls Inc. of Carpinteria Announces “Women of Inspiration” Honorees
CARPINTERIA — Girls Inc. of Carpinteria is pleased to announce the 2016 honorees of its annual Women of Inspiration Awards: Natalie Orfalea, Co-Founder and Chair of the Orfalea Foundation; Geri Ann Carty, an active volunteer in the community; and Patsy…
Bilingual commentary: Free Falling Backwards
Editor’s note: Amigos805 welcomes 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 / Guest contributor David Magallanes…
Next ‘Saturday Sidewalk Session with Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin’ to be held in Camarillo on April 23
CAMARILLO — The next “Saturday Sidewalk Session with Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin” will be held in Camarillo from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 23 at the Starbucks Outdoor Patio, 540 Las Posas Road, Camarillo. “Join Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin for coffee…
SBCC Center for Lifelong Learning to Host Ninth Annual Nonviolent Communication Conference April 8-10
NVC Conference: An Introduction held on April 8; NVC Conference held on April 9 and 10 SANTA BARBARA — The SBCC Center for Lifelong Learning (the CLL) is offering a workshop of special interest to Santa Barbara’s unique nonprofit and philanthropic…
Ventura County Public Works Agency, Supervisor Zaragoza Tours New Juvenile Justice Center Solar Project
VENTURA COUNTY — Supervisor John C. Zaragoza joined the Ventura County General Services Agency (GSA) and Ventura County Public Works Agency (VCPWA) to tour the Juvenile Justice Center (JJC) Solar Project on March 9. The project, which began construction in October…
Women’s Economic Ventures Guides Spanish-Speaking Entrepreneurs toward Small Business Success
For many in the Latino community, owning a small business is part of the American dream. Becoming an entrepreneur signifies economic stability and opportunity. Yet regardless of ethnic background, the challenges to owning a business are many and the risk…
Alliance of Hispanic Serving Institutions Educators to hold annual conference at CSU Channel Islands
CAMARILLO — The 8th Annual Best Practices Conference of the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Institutions Educators (AHSIE) will be held March 20-23 at CSU Channel Islands (CI). Hosted and co-sponsored by CI and three systems of higher education in California, the event will draw…
Deja Que Women’s Economic Ventures Ilumine el Camino Hacia el Éxito de tu Pequeño Negocio
¿Sueñas con abrir o mejorar tu propio pequeño negocio? Para muchos en la comunidad Latina, tener un pequeño negocio es parte del Sueño Americano. Ser emprendedor(a) nos significa estabilidad económica y la posibilidad de abrir puertas a oportunidades antes consideradas…
CenCal Health Receives Community Partners in Excellence Award, Additional Recognition from California Assembly and Senate
SANTA BARBARA — Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care (VNHC) presented CenCal Health with the “2016 Community Partners in Excellence Award” on March 8 during PHorum: Perspectives in Healthcare, a healthcare symposium hosted annually by VNHC. That same evening, CenCal Health…
Bilingual commentary: The Mysteries of Spring and Easter
Editor’s note: Amigos805 welcomes 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 / Guest contributor David Magallanes…