OXNARD — KidSTREAM, an emerging children’s museum committed to bringing hands-on STEM learning to the Ventura County community, and Studio Channel Islands Art Center invite kids of all ages to bring their imaginations and creativity to the Global Cardboard Challenge,…
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Oct. 7 — Studio Channel Islands’ Art à la Mode Gala
CAMARILLO — Studio Channel Islands Arts Center (SCI), a non-profit dedicated to promoting and preserving the arts in Ventura County, invites individuals and businesses to attend its upcoming fifth annual Art à la Mode Gala to be held 5:30–7:30 p.m.,…
Oct. 7-8 — Meet Featured Artist Hiroko Yoshimoto at ArtWalk Ventura
VENTURA — The Museum of Ventura County will be participating in the 24th annual ArtWalk Ventura, with free admission both days. Meet featured artist Hiroko Yoshimoto and enjoy an exhibit of her work in the Smith Pavilion, and visit our…
Through Oct. 10 — ‘Santa Barbara History You Don’t Know – but Would Love to Ask!’ at SBCC School of Extended Learning
SANTA BARBARA — Santa Barbara’s past is filled with quirky characters, great inventions and forgotten stories that would even surprise a local. Whether you were born on the South Coast or made it a permanent home after falling for the…
Oct. 11 — Ventura County Arts Council presents Arts Stars Awards
OXNARD — The Ventura County Arts Council will present its Arts Stars Awards at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11 at Levity Live at The Collection, Oxnard. Invitations including the names of our honorees will be released soon. Meanwhile we look forward…
Oct. 12 — Artist Christopher L. Cook to Describe Why Creativity Is for Everyone at the Santa Paula Art Museum
SANTA PAULA — California Art Club artist Christopher L. Cook will host a gallery talk starting at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12 at the Santa Paula Art Museum. Cook will be speaking about “everyday creative awakening,” and demonstrating that creativity is…
Oct. 12 — Teatro de las Américas to present annual ‘Black & White Gala’
OXNARD — Teatro de las Américas will present its 2nd annual “Black & White Gala — Noche de Romance by Juan Gonzalez” at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12 at the Oxnard Performing Arts & Convention Center, 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard. Entertainment…
Oct. 12 — Assemblymember Irwin to host a series of Workshops for Women
SACRAMENTO – ssemblymember Jacqui Irwin (D-Thousand Oaks) is hosting a series of workshops aimed at guiding women through current issues that affect them on a daily basis. The workshops are being held at the Ventura County Community Foundation at 4001…
Oct. 14-15 — Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Hosts Naturally Wild Weekend
SANTA BARBARA — Science, nature, space, bugs, mammals, art…there’s something for everyone at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History’s Naturally Wild Weekend. The Museum has a special lineup of activities planned for this Saturday, October 14 and Sunday, October…
Oct. 14 — Museum of Ventura County to present Theater as Activism Panel Discussion on the Chicano Teatro Movement
VENTURA — Professional director and leading authority on contemporary Chicana/o and U.S. Latina/o Theatre, Jorge Huerta, PhD, will be moderator for a fascinating panel discussion, 2–4 p.m., Oct. 14, about the origin and politics of the Chicano Teatro Movement, the work created by…
Oct. 14 — Fiesta Noche Fund RaiserART SALE and Nicho Silent Auction
It’s almost here ….. FIESTA NOCHE DE RECUERDOS Saturday, October 14 6-9 pm | 6-7 VIP Preview Reception 7-9 General Event Reception An evening of memories, contemporary art and heritage Music, food, hops, amazing desserts, affordable art, prizes and Día…
Oct. 14 — Big Bad Voodoo Daddy will play at CSUCI President’s Concert in Ojai
CAMARILLO — Big Bad Voodoo Daddy—the homegrown swing band that played their way to international fame— will ignite the night Saturday, Oct. 14 for the CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) President’s Dinner & Concert. The seven-piece band, which has sold millions of records and…
14 de octubre — Foro Informativo de Inmigración
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15 de octubre — Semana Binacional de Salud
View this email in your browser 15 de octubre — Semana Binacional de Salud, 11 am a 3 pm Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, 427 N. Oak Street, Santa Paula.
Oct. 17 — “Science of the Impossible” magician Jason Latimer to perform at STEMtastic! Awards Event
OXNARD — World-renowned science magician Jason Latimer will give one of his hallmark “Science of the Impossible” presentations during the second annual STEM-tastic! awards ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 17 in Oxnard. Sponsored by the Ventura County STEM Network, STEM-tastic will take…
Oct. 17 — United Way’s Women’s United to Host Community Event Focusing on the Plight of Single Mothers Living in Poverty
CAMARILLO — United Way’s Women’s United to Host Community Event Focusing on the Plight of Single Mothers Living in Poverty from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 17 at Wells Fargo Bank, 970 S. Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village. Click here for…
Oct. 18 — Solvang 50 Home Challenge Kicks Off at City Hall
SOLVANG — Solvang residents may be able to take advantage of free home energy assessments, group discounts, cash rebates and low interest financing for home energy efficiency upgrades as part of the 50 Home Challenge. The 50 Home Challenge is…
Oct. 18 — VC BNI presents “Legally Referred #6” a business networking mixer
OXNARD — VC BNI presents “Legally Referred #6” a business networking mixer. Wednesday, October 18, from 5 to 7 pm, at The Law Offices Of Peyman & Rahnama (555 South A Street, Oxnard, Ca.). FREE event open to all. More…
Oct. 18 — Solvang 50 Home Challenge Kick-Off Party – emPower Santa Barbara County
SOLVANG — Enjoy an evening with friends and neighbors to hear how the 50 Home Challenge is improving homes and communities through energy efficiency! The County of Santa Barbara’s emPower program is teaming up with CHERP (Community Home Energy Retrofit…
Oct. 18 — Artist Talk: Hellen Ascoli
SANTA BARBARA — Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara. Join Hellen Ascoli, artist, performer, and museum educator at Museo Ixchel, Guatemala City as she discusses her work at the intersection of education, craft, traditional fiber arts, and contemporary ideas. October 18, 2017…
Oct. 18 — Master photographer Santi Visalli to speak, exhibit at Studio Channel Islands
CAMARILLO — Master photographer Santi Visalli to speak, exhibit at Studio Channel Islands. Hear the stories and see the works of one of the world’s most prolific and prestigious photographers, Santi Visalli, 6 p.m., Oct. 18 at Studio Channel Islands,…
Oct. 19 — Third Thursday Studio: Weaving | Traditions Today
SANTA BARBARA — Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara: Meet Guatemalan artist and museum educator Hellen Ascoli and experience weaving with a traditional Mayan backstrap loom. Be part of a fun evening of creation, experimentation, and conversation over art and wine!…
Through Oct. 19 — Channel Islands Maritime Museum to present Exhibit: ‘Our Ocean’s Edge,’ ‘Chinese Explorers Sailed to America Long Before Columbus,’ other upcoming events
October Events at Channel Islands Maritime Museum Opening Reception for “Our Oceans Edge” is Sunday October 8th 5:30 to 7:30 Channel Islands Maritime Museum 3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard CA Admission: Members $7, Non-members $10 ** Speaker Series Wednesday, October 18, 2017…
Oct. 19 — ‘Bugs of the Sea…Live Long and Lobster!’ Event Debuts at Sea Center
SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History is debuting a new and unique event on Thursday, October 19, 2017 from 5:30-7:30 pm at the Sea Center on Stearns Wharf. The event is called “Bugs of the Sea…Live…
Oct. 20 — A Musical Journey: From Africa to the Americas
SANTA BARBARA — Ricardo Lemvo will perform from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20 at the UCSB Multicultural Center Lounge. “A blend of Cuban and Central African traditions that is seamless and organic- and infectious.” The Los Angeles Times…
Oct. 20 — Symposium – Art from Guatemala: 1960 – Present at the Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA — Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara. Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara and Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum of Art are proud to present a symposium focusing on Guatemalan visual art production from the 1960s to the present day as the…
Oct. 21 — Teen Workshop with Hellen Ascoli
SANTA BARBARA — Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara: Combine traditional and contemporary fiber arts! Meet Guatemalan artist and museum educator Hellen Ascoli and experience weaving with a traditional Mayan backstrap loom. Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP here to…
Oct. 21 — Ventura County Genealogical Society 2017 Annual Seminar
CAMARILLO — One-Day Seminar Featuring: Paula Stuart-Warren, CG®, FMGS, FUGA Saturday, October 21, 2017, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Camarillo Library Community Room 4101 E. Las Posas Rd, Camarillo Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., walk-ins welcome Box lunch, pre-order…
Through Oct. 21 — Hospice of Santa Barbara Offers Men a Welcoming Place to Gain the Strength and Courage to Express Grief
SANTA BARBARA — Coping with the death of a spouse, family member or close friend is difficult but even more challenging is processing through your grief while feeling like you have to deal with it in the stereotypical way men…
Oct. 21-22 — First United Methodist Church announces its 150th Anniversary Weekend
SANTA BARBARA — The First United Methodist Church holds its 150th Anniversary Celebration at the church located on the corner of Anapamu and Garden Streets the weekend of October 21 & 22, 2017. The theme for this anniversary year is “Planted in faith, rooted…
Oct. 21 — Fired Up for Special Olympics Fundraiser
SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara City and County Firefighters will come together on Saturday, October 21st to host the 3rd Annual Fired Up for Special Olympics Fundraiser. Located at the Santa Barbara Carriage Museum for the first time ever,…
Oct. 22 — Community Celebration
SANTA BARBARA — Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara: Celebrate Contemporary Art from Guatemala with refreshments, entertainment, and special tours at the full hour! Join us for an interactive weaving activity with Guatemalan performance artist Hellen Ascoli at the Community Arts Workshop!…
Oct. 22 — Conejo Dems Learn About Fake Money and All the President’s Bankers
Facebook Twitter Web Upcoming Events for Conejo Dems Conejo Valley Democratic Club Meeting Please Note that the Date and Time of Our Big Fundraiser, The Garden Party, Has Been Changed to: Sunday, October 22nd from 1:00 to 3:00…
Oct. 23 — Chicken Soup for the Soul Originator Presents Mind & Supermind Lecture at SBCC School of Extended Learning
SANTA BARBARA — SBCC School of Extended Learning welcomes Chicken Soup for the Soul originator Jack Canfield to present the next Mind & Supermind lecture, “How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want To Be: A Holistic…
Oct. 24 — OC LIVE to present La Evolución de La Guitarra Española
OXNARD — Up Next for OC LIVE: La Evolución de La Guitarra Española. You don’t want to miss this wonderful Spanish music concert on Tuesday, Oct. 24 at 6:30pm in the Oxnard College Performing Arts building. Guitarist Adam Levin treats the audience to a musical…
Oct. 24 — ‘The Effects of Medi-Cal on Homeownership’ workshop to be held in Oxnard
Free workshop hosted by Ventura County Community Development Corporation VENTURA COUNTY — Under a federal law not widely known to consumers, the State of California must seek repayment from the estates of certain Medi-Cal members after they die. What does this…
Oct. 26 — Dia de los Muertos Ofrendas: A Chicano Art Practice for Honoring our Loved Ones
VENTURA — The Museum of Ventura County will present “Dia de los Muertos Ofrendas: A Chicano Art Practice for Honoring our Loved Ones,” from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26 at 100 E. Main Street, Ventura. Special guest, Roberto Vargas will present the…
Oct. 26 — Ghosts and Goblins invited for a Spooktacular Evening of Halloween Fun at The Collection at RiverPark
OXNARD — Ghosts, goblins and monsters galore – it’s time for trick-or-treating once more. The Collection at RiverPark invites children and their families to an evening of Halloween grandeur on Thursday, Oct. 26, from 6-8 p.m. Sponsored by Sunny Smiles Dentistry…
Through Oct. 26 — Channel Islands Maritime Museum announces Artist in Residence Studio Hours
OXNARD — Channel Islands Maritime Museum announces Artist in Residence Studio Hours. Come see the artist, Shannon Celia in action every Monday and Thursday during the month of October in the Brenda & Gary Farr Gallery on the Upper Deck of…
Oct. 27 — Santa Barbara City College To Host “Trunk or Treat” Halloween Event for Children of the Community
SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara City College Athletics Department will be hosting their First Annual Trunk or Treat event for the children of Santa Barbara and the Santa Barbara City College community on Friday, October 27, 2017, from 6:30 p.m.…