Author: Community Contributor

Bilingual report — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Just Released! Notice of Funding Opportunity from Uplift

by Community Contributor • October 7, 2024 • Comments Off

Uplift Central Coast — the six-county coalition led by REACH, the Monterey Bay Economic Partnership and Economic Development Collaborative — is pleased to announce the release of a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Catalyst Predevelopment Phase of work.

This funding opportunity marks a significant step in supporting projects that will drive economic resilience, environmental sustainability and equitable growth in the region, in line with the California Jobs First initiative and the strategies developed as part of Uplift’s Regional Plan Part II Report.

Bilingual report — Ventura County Park Dept. announces launch of the Ojai Valley Trail Paving Project

by Community Contributor • October 7, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA — The County of Ventura is excited to announce the upcoming paving project for the Ojai Valley Trail, set to commence this month. This essential project aims to enhance safety, accessibility, and overall enjoyment for the community and visitors alike.

People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHHC) — Thank you for celebrating the Calle Joaquin Groundbreaking!

by Community Contributor • October 7, 2024 • Comments Off

To the City of San Luis Obispo for being an inspirational leader on this project, to the many partners who have helped make Calle Joaquin a reality, and to those who celebrated with us at yesterday’s groundbreaking, we thank you for moving the needle on affordable housing in our community.
Learn more about Calle Joaquin

Uplift Central Coast Releases Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)

by Community Contributor • October 7, 2024 • Comments Off

SAN LUIS OBISPO — Uplift Central Coast is excited to announce the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Catalyst Predevelopment Phase is available for download on Uplift’s website (UpliftCentralCoast.org). This funding opportunity marks a significant step in supporting projects that will drive economic resilience, environmental sustainability, and equitable growth in the region, in line with the California Jobs First initiative and Uplift’s Regional Plan Part II Report. Submission deadline for the Letter of Intent is October 18, 2024, and the Application is due December 13, 2024.

The Catalyst Predevelopment Funding is designed to assist sector-specific, exploratory projects that align with regional strategies. “Our primary goals are to foster economic development, promote sustainability, and ensure that disinvested communities are among the primary beneficiaries of these efforts,” MBEP President & CEO Tahra Goraya said.

Allan Hancock College hosts Career Exploration Day for high schools, college students

by Community Contributor • October 7, 2024 • Comments Off

“This event is an invaluable opportunity for students to see firsthand how higher education can open doors to rewarding career pathways and transform their futures,” said Hancock Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D.

Ventura County Credit Union Welcomes Paul Emanuels as New Vice President of Lending

by Community Contributor • October 7, 2024 • Comments Off

“We are thrilled to welcome Paul to the VCCU family,” said Ed Sahakian, Chief Lending Officer of Ventura County Credit Union. “Paul’s extensive experience in lending, combined with his proven ability to design and implement performance-driven strategies, will enhance our services and benefit our members across the county.”

Financial advisory firm run by four working moms offers practical guidance for a secure retirement

by Community Contributor • October 7, 2024 • Comments Off

NEWBURY PARK — Financial Advisor Sarah Reznick has earned her financial advisor credentials through many years of professional experience and formal study, and through the “hard knocks” school of life.

A working mother who navigated a career change while raising young children, Reznick understands what it’s like to deal with life’s upheavals, and the challenges many people face when trying to build a strong financial foundation.

Now, after a twelve-year career as a financial advisor at a prestigious Los Angeles-area firm, Reznick has launched her own practice in Newbury Park called Sherfina Advisors. The practice, a subsidiary of U.S. financial services company Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, offers personalized financial advice and strategies to individuals, families and businesses. Reznick delights in helping her clients identify and make progress toward their goals, building their financial confidence along the way.

Bilingual report — County of Ventura preparation for Nov. 5th Election Ramping Up With Less Than 30 Days To Go

by Community Contributor • October 4, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA — Michelle Ascencion, County Clerk-Recorder & Registrar of Voters, announced important activities for the November 5, 2024 Presidential General Election that will begin on October 7.

Throughout the State of California, counties will begin mailing Vote by Mail ballots to all active, registered voters on Oct. 7. Voters should expect to receive their ballot by Oct. 17; anyone who hasn’t received their ballot or State/County Voter Information Guide in the mail by then should contact the Elections Office. Voters are reminded they need to return their ballot in the SIGNED return, postage-paid envelope, and return it by U.S. postal mail; or, in 1 of 38 official ballot drop boxes; or, at 1 of 52 vote centers; or, at the County Elections Office by 8 pm on Election Day, Nov. 5. Mailed ballots must be postmarked no later than Election Day and received within 7 days. …

Bilingual commentary — A Special Month for Greeks, Romans, and Mexicans

by Community Contributor • October 4, 2024 • Comments Off

Most of us are familiar with the solemnity, reflection, and joy that the Day of the Dead (el Día de los Muertos) brings to those of us who wish to immerse ourselves in the deep-rooted Mexican culture. In some regions of Mexico, the celebrations that commemorate the ancestors who have preceded us begin in late October and extend into November.

Coincidentally, the ultra-commercialized festivities of American Halloween occur during the same time of year, leading many to believe that the two celebrations are identical, similar, or have the same roots.

However, the contrast is stark.

U.S. News & World Report ranks CSUCI ranks #22 out of 118 western universities

by Community Contributor • October 3, 2024 • Comments Off

CAMARILLO — CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) was ranked #22 overall out of 118 universities on the newly-released U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Colleges report, which features annual college rankings for the coming year. That’s up eight places from the 2024 report.

U.S. News & World Report ranks its colleges and universities according to region, so CSUCI’s high marks were in the report’s Regional Universities (West) category. The overall high ranking was the result of multiple high scores across a set of widely accepted indicators of excellence.

One indicator was the Social Mobility category, where CSUCI was ranked 5th, up from the 2024 ranking of 7th. Social mobility is how well a university retains and graduates students with high financial need. CSUCI also came in 12th in the Top Public Schools category, up from 14th in the 2024 rankings.

County of Santa Barbara October 2024 Newsletter

by Community Contributor • October 3, 2024 • Comments Off

Check your mailbox, Vote-by-Mail ballots and voting materials will be reaching Santa Barbara County community members in the next few weeks.

Excellence in Financial Reporting Earns Port Prestigious Recognition for 14th Consecutive Year

by Community Contributor • October 3, 2024 • Comments Off

PORT HUENEME — Founded in 1906, The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) represents public finance officials all throughout the United States and Canada who aim to advance excellence in public finance. For the fourteenth consecutive year, the Port of Hueneme…

UCSB — The Current — ‘Artist Sarah Rosalena featured in six Getty PST ART shows, gains spot in LACMA’s collection’ and more news, events

by Community Contributor • October 3, 2024 • Comments Off

Featured prominently in Getty’s Art + Science Collide-themed initiative, Rosalena discusses computational craft, a hybrid practice between analog and digital techniques, in a recent episode of UCSB’s video series, “Research in 60 Seconds.”

Teatro de las Américas — Heard the buzz about Teatro De Las Americas’s production of Luchadora!?

by Community Contributor • October 3, 2024 • Comments Off

Have you heard the buzz about Teatro De Las Americas’s spectacular production of Luchadora!? It’s an event you absolutely can’t miss! Secure your seat today by grabbing your tickets online. Join us for an unforgettable experience!

Ventura County Animal Services announces due to 121% Kennel Capacity Crisis: Fee-Waived Dog Adoptions in Effect Until 8/6/24

by Community Contributor • October 2, 2024 • Comments Off

Dear Friends, Once again, we find ourselves in a Kennel Capacity Crisis. We are at 121% dog kennel capacity with 20-30 more animals arriving daily. To free much-needed kennel space we are holding a FEE-WAIVED* dog adoption promotion until…

Santa Barbara County Office of Arts and Culture recognizes Celesta M. Billeci, the Miller McCune Executive Director of UCSB Arts & Lectures, with a 2024 Leadership in Arts Individual Award

by Community Contributor • October 2, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara County Office of Arts and Culture Commission has voted unanimously to recognize Celesta M. Billeci, the Miller McCune Executive Director of UCSB Arts & Lectures, with the 2024 County of Santa Barbara Leadership in Arts Award.

Museum of Ventura County — Get creative with the Studio Spotlight this weekend!

by Community Contributor • October 2, 2024 • Comments Off

Studio Spotlight: InnoVision Artist Workshop with Jasmine Delgado

Sunday, October 6

1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

@Museum of Ventura County

100 E. Main St., Ventura

Stamp! Print! Repeat! A workshop exploring the infinite possibilities of pattern and color through the creation of hand-carved stamps. Each participant will learn the steps to create a unique hand-carved stamp inspired by a variety of source materials, such as found text, signage, the natural world, and popular culture. Come and learn how to create unique stamps using a variety of methods! Qualifying members, $60, Non-members, $65; plus $12 materials. Space is limited, sign up today HERE!

Workshop Instructor – Jasmine Delgado is an InnoVision Exhibition artist as well as an Associate Professor of Art and Design at CSUCI.

Bilingual report — City of Ventura makes official order to gain access to recovery resources

by Community Contributor • October 2, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA — Responding proactively to the aftermath of the estimated 2,000 gallons of gasoline that leaked from the Sinclair gas station located at 2121 E. Harbor Boulevard, the City of Ventura declared a local state of emergency on Friday, September 27, 2024.

This move allows the City to expedite disaster response and seek emergency funding from the state to aid recovery efforts. The City Council ratified the local state of emergency on October 1, 2024, and it will remain in effect for the next 60 days.

Lumina Alliance in SLO Illuminates the Hidden Costs of Intimate Partner Violence During Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM)

by Community Contributor • October 2, 2024 • Comments Off

SAN LUIS OBISPO — Lumina Alliance is proud to announce its comprehensive campaign for Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) this October, dedicated to shining a light on the often-overlooked impact of intimate partner violence and raising awareness for underserved survivors in our community. This year’s theme emphasizes the unique challenges faced by marginalized groups, including undocumented individuals, transgender people, and those living with disabilities, who are often disproportionately affected by intimate partner violence.

CLU School of Management — Upward – School of Management Community Newsletter

by Community Contributor • October 2, 2024 • Comments Off

We’re back after a well-deserved summer break
for our undergraduate faculty members, and a successful start into the new academic year.
At the beginning of the semester, the School of Management welcomed 164 new undergraduate freshmen and transfer students and 91 new graduate students who enthusiastically look forward to their educational journey. We have a
lot in store for them and, of course, our wider community – including YOU! On October 2nd, we will kick off this year’s ForwardTogether webinar series with School of Management Executive MBA alumnus John Maier, CEO of Bose Professional, followed by our 9th Annual Executive Talent Management Forum on October 10 and Startup Weekend Conejo Valley from October 11-13 at our own startup community space Hub101. I hope to see many of at one of these events where you can explore interesting topics, and meet and mingle with our faculty, staff, and students!

Friendship Center — The Friendly Finch Fall 2024

by Community Contributor • October 2, 2024 • Comments Off

In recent months, Friendship Center has begun to significantly expand our programs as a result of the generous support from our community. This support has empowered us to begin developing a comprehensive Dementia Caregiver Resource Hub, offering the Herencia Latina program for Spanish-speaking adults, and continue enhancing our diverse array of life enrichment activities—all tailored to meet the unique needs and interests of our members.

Bilingual report — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) presents NO-COST Computer Basics Course in Moorpark!

by Community Contributor • October 2, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA COUNTY DIGITAL UPSKILLING TRAINING PROGRAM

The Ventura County Digital Upskilling Training program is a NO-COST short-term training program that will increase the digital skills of job seekers, current workers and small business operators. The initiative seeks to expand the opportunities and earning power of Ventura County participants by providing them with much-needed digital skills training to help individuals and employers grow.

NO-COST Classes for New to Tech Learners

This 6-week course teaches adults essential computer skills needed to get a better-paying job.

Fireball Tim’s Wheels & Waves Returns first Sunday of each month at Channel Islands Maritime Museum

by Community Contributor • October 2, 2024 • Comments Off

OXNARD — After a successful Malibu run in the 2010s and a pandemic pause, Fireball Tim’s Wheels & Waves is back, in its second month and better than ever—this time at the Channel Islands Maritime Museum. Car enthusiasts, families, and community members are invited to experience this lively, free-to-the-public event, held on the first Sunday of each month from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM in front of the Museum at 3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard.

Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara — You’re Invited! Opening Reception – Sangre de Nopal on Oct. 6

by Community Contributor • October 2, 2024 • Comments Off

You are cordially invited!
Opening celebration: Sunday, October 6, 12:00 – 4:00 pm

12:15 pm – Exhibition walkthrough with curatorial team and artists
1:00 pm – Welcome
1:30 pm – Reception
2:00 pm – Live music by Banda de Viento San Jorge Río Frijol

The exhibition is made possible through a lead grant from Getty as part of the PST ART: Art & Science Collide initiative. Additional funding is provided by the David Bermant Foundation, and Randy & Sofia Greif.

Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara
653 Paseo Nuevo, The Arts Terrace, Santa Barbara, California

Goleta Holiday Parade returns — Join the Celebration

by Community Contributor • October 2, 2024 • Comments Off

We invite local businesses, schools, sports teams, community organizations, and residents to get involved. The parade offers a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together and experience the joy of wholesome, hometown fun. With festive floats, lively musical performances, dynamic dance groups, and cheerful participants, this event promises to be a highlight of the year for both residents and visitors. As the anticipation grows, we invite you to join us in creating a magical experience for all!

Cottage Children’s Medical Center Hosts NICU Reunion at Santa Barbara Zoo

by Community Contributor • October 2, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — Cottage Children’s Medical Center (CCMC) hosted its biennial Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) reunion at the Santa Barbara Zoo on Sunday, Sept. 29. Nearly 800 NICU graduates and their families gathered to reconnect with the care team that supported them throughout their NICU journey.

The NICU reunion allows families to reunite with the nurses, doctors, therapists, and hospital staff who were part of their NICU journey. For Cottage staff, it’s an opportunity to see the growth and development of the children they once cared for and reconnect with the families they came to know well.

October at the Santa Paula Art Museum

by Community Contributor • October 2, 2024 • Comments Off

Free Family Day

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Sunday, October 6, 2024 • 12 PM to 3 PM

Free for all ages

Join us for Free Family Day inside SPAM’s Cole Creativity Center on Sunday, October 6, 2024! Drop in anytime between 12 PM and 3 PM to make fun, fall crafts with your whole family, including skeleton scarecrow “paper dolls,” watercolor spray leaf art, painted mini-pumpkins, and more. Admission is free, all are welcome, and all materials are provided.

And don’t forget, admission to our current exhibitions is also free on the first Sunday of every month!

Bilingual report — Wilderness Youth Project in Santa Barbara Celebrates 25 Years of Youth Feeling Free + Alive!

by Community Contributor • October 1, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — Wilderness Youth Project (WYP) is thrilled to celebrate its 25th Anniversary in the Santa Barbara community. To give back to all the families, donors, partners, volunteers, staff, and friends who have given so much, WYP is offering a free celebration on Saturday, October 5, 2024. This milestone marks a quarter-century of empowering local youth through nature-based education and experiential outdoor learning. The celebration will be held at Santa Barbara City College’s Great Meadow, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Free tickets are available at wyp.org

Santa Barbara, Goleta and Lompoc communities raises 11,331 Diapers for Local Diaper Bank

by Community Contributor • October 1, 2024 • Comments Off

GOLETA — Santa Barbara, Goleta, and Lompoc communities raised 11,331 diapers for LEAP’s Diaper Bank during National Diaper Need Awareness Week (NDNAW) from September 23-29, 2024.

UCSB — The Current — ‘New study reveals changes in the brain throughout pregnancy’ and more news, events

by Community Contributor • October 1, 2024 • Comments Off

The brain’s gray and white matter shift across gestation, according to first-of-its-kind research that scanned the brain of one first-time mother every few weeks, from before pregnancy through two years postpartum.

Bilingual report — Ventura County Probation Agency appoints new Assistant Chief Officer

by Community Contributor • October 1, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA — The Ventura County Probation Agency (VCPA) is delighted to announce the appointment of Candice Modica as the Assistant Chief Officer, a newly established position for the agency. This position was made as an effort to work closely with Chief Probation Officer Gina Johnson and to further the goals of the agency. This appointment was made by the VCPA Chief Gina Johnson after a comprehensive interview process and national recruitment efforts.

Healing Young Hearts: The Impact of Mental Health Therapy on Traumatized Children

by Community Contributor • September 30, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA COUNTY — Interface Children and Family Services, backed by Kaiser Permanente, provides crucial mental health and trauma therapy to vulnerable children and their families in Ventura County

Interface Children and Family Services, a community-based nonprofit in Ventura County, is making a significant impact by providing mental health and trauma therapy to psychologically traumatized children. With the support of Kaiser Permanente, the organization offers comprehensive services to meet the needs of vulnerable children and their families.

Bilingual report — UCLA Study, to be presented at Oxnard City Council meeting on Oct. 8, reveals significant challenges facing Oxnard’s young adults

by Community Contributor • September 30, 2024 • Comments Off

OXNARD — A significant study commissioned by the Oxnard City Council and conducted by the UCLA Chicano Studies Research Center (CSRC) that highlights the challenges and barriers facing young adults in Oxnard will be presented to the City Council during a special meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, from 6 – 8 p.m.

Utilizing federal funding from the American Rescue Plan, the City Council commissioned the UCLA CSRC to study the widening gap that was exacerbated by the pandemic between high- and low-income families, and the impacts to young people from lower-income and working-class backgrounds. Led by the UCLA CSRC Director, Professor Veronica Terriquez, the research draws on extensive data from the 2023–24 Thriving Youth Study (TYS), a youth-led initiative involving over 3,000 local residents aged 18 to 34.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) free event and webinar schedule

by Community Contributor • September 30, 2024 • Comments Off

IN-PERSON EVENT: FEDERAL FUNDING – SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION RESEARCH (SBIR) & TECH TRANSFER (STTR)

October 1 @ 9:00 am

Join the Golden State APEX Accelerator and the Economic Development Collaborative for an exclusive in-person event focused on securing federal funding through the SBIR and STTR programs. Learn a clear overview of the programs available to you, how to identify potential topics/ funding sources and what to know about the application process. This interactive workshop equips new and experienced participants with the tools they need to succeed in SBIR/STTR programs. Location: 4001 Mission Oaks Blvd, Board Room, Camarillo, CA 93015.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Port of Hueneme unites with SeaCube and community partners to support Naval Base Ventura County’s USDA Fleet Reserve Program

by Community Contributor • September 30, 2024 • Comments Off

PORT HUENEME — In a powerful display of community solidarity, the Port of Hueneme, alongside SeaCube Containers and several key partners, has come together to support the Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC) USDA Fleet Reserve Program, which provides access to critical food resources for military families and veterans for over 40 years. Originally founded in the back of a pickup truck behind the Naval Base Chapel, the program has grown significantly since 1984, providing essential food supplies to active-duty service members, their families, and veterans throughout Ventura County.

Bilingual report — September News from People’s Self-Help Housing — Thank you to all who joined us for the Grand Opening of Pismo Terrace!

by Community Contributor • September 30, 2024 • Comments Off

Although we are sometimes wisely counselled that it’s the journey that matters, not the destination, the start of football season gives those of us in the real estate development world a seasonal reminder that it’s getting it across the line that actually counts.

Some might argue that the metaphoric line is when the final piece of funding needed for the purchase of the land is secured, for others it might be the end of a protracted approvals and entitlements process. Our events team might say its when we together snap the classic “We did it!” ribbon cutting photo at the grand opening.

But there is a quieter, though no less celebrated moment, especially for the fortunate people involved, and that’s when we can take the next name off the wait list.

For me, that’s when it feels our team really got it across the line. I hope you’ll join us as we celebrate more coming wins!

Going Bananas at the Port of Hueneme — 11th Annual BananaFest

by Community Contributor • September 30, 2024 • Comments Off

PORT HUENEME — Over 10,000 attendees went Banana’s at the Port’s 11th Annual Banana Festival celebrated a diverse working waterfront. The Festival offered attendees a unique opportunity to experience one of the most efficient and effective working waterfronts on the West Coast.

First District Supervisor Das Williams — Countdown to Clean Air Day

by Community Contributor • September 30, 2024 • Comments Off

The countdown to Clean Air day is on! Clean Air Day is a call to action—a chance for each of us to protect our environment and ensure that future generations can enjoy the same clean air and thriving nature we do. Every small change you make, whether it’s choosing to walk, bike, or use public transit, helps to preserve our planet.

SCORE Ventura Celebrates 60 Years of Supporting Small Businesses

by Community Contributor • September 30, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA COUNTY — The Ventura County chapter of SCORE is proud to celebrate 60 years of SCORE helping America’s small businesses launch, grow and thrive. Since 1964, more than 17 million entrepreneurs have received support from SCORE, a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Today, SCORE has a nationwide network of more than 10,000 volunteers serving all 50 U.S. states and territories, guiding entrepreneurs on their path to success.

Friendship Center Adult Day Services — Party with a Purpose (Nov. 1)

by Community Contributor • September 30, 2024 • Comments Off

This year’s spooky special Wine Down is sure to be a great time, but we host this event for a reason that goes beyond fun and celebration—it’s about the people we care for and the families who count on us. You never know when someone you love — a spouse, parent, a grandparent, a friend — might need the warmth and support that Friendship Center uniquely offers. …

By supporting Wine Down, you’re helping us continue answering our WHY with professionalism, compassion, and respect. You’re helping families breathe a little easier, and giving older adults the chance to feel seen, heard, and cherished.

Celebrate Fall with 2024 Harvest & Halloween events in Lompoc

by Community Contributor • September 30, 2024 • Comments Off

LOMPOC — Discover the festive spirit in and around Lompoc with family-friendly fall harvest events, pumpkin patches, seasonal shopping and spooky Halloween activities! Here’s our roundup of a few favorites to try this season! www.explorelompoc.com

OPAC’s Dia de los Muertos expands in 2024 with month-long Community Altar in partnership with The Collection

by Community Contributor • September 26, 2024 • Comments Off

OXNARD — OPAC (Oxnard Performing Arts Center Corporation) is excited to announce its annual Día de los Muertos Celebration, a two-part event that will culminate on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024, from 4-9 pm at the Oxnard Performing Arts & Convention Center. Admission is free and open to the public.

This year, the celebration extends with a month-long Día de los Muertos Community Altar at The Collection at RiverPark in Oxnard, running from October 1 – November 2, 2024. This vibrant display titled “Recuérdame” (Remember Me) is hosted in partnership with The Collection and will be located between Lazy Dog and the Cheesecake Factory. The community is invited to honor their loved ones by participating in a heartfelt tribute to those who have passed.

Bilingual commentary — Transitioning From Summer Into Fall

by Community Contributor • September 26, 2024 • Comments Off

The transition from summer into fall is like nature’s own sleight of hand. One minute, it seems, we’re structuring our lives around the heat of the relentless sun, and suddenly we’re reaching for that cozy sweater that had been relegated to the back of our closet.

Around this time, the air turns undeniably crisp. The leaves start undergoing their own transition from a lively, energetic green color to vibrant and familiar reds, oranges, and yellows. We can almost hear a collective sigh of relief as the oppressive summer heat finally gives way to cooler, more comfortable days.

Bilingual report — Free, voluntary Central Coast Drinking Water Well Testing Program which is now available in Santa Barbara County

by Community Contributor • September 26, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY — A free, voluntary Central Coast Drinking Water Well Testing Program which is now available in Santa Barbara County, according to the Central Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board.

The purpose of this program is to provide those who get their drinking water from a private well or small water system (14 connections or less) with information regarding the quality of their drinking water. Private wells and small water systems are unregulated, therefore it is the responsibility of those who own and/or use the well to test the quality of the well water.

Teacher’s Fund in Santa Barbara raises over 100k for local educators

by Community Contributor • September 26, 2024 • Comments Off

“We’re so thankful to our community for stepping up for local educators,” said Brianna Johnson, a realtor for Village Properties and supplies drive committee co-chair. “These funds will help us continue our mission of supporting Santa Barbara teachers with much needed educational items to help students thrive.”

Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin’ — Gov. Newsom Signs AB 2426 into Law, Increases Transparency Surrounding Disappearing Digital Media

by Community Contributor • September 26, 2024 • Comments Off

“As retailers continue to pivot away from selling physical media, the need for consumer protections on the purchase of digital media has become increasingly more important,” said Assemblymember Irwin. “I thank the Governor for signing AB 2426, ensuring the false and deceptive advertising from sellers of digital media incorrectly telling consumers they own their purchases becomes a thing of the past.”

Bilingual report — Ventura County Area Agency on Aging’s HICAP Offers Medicare Open Enrollment Presentations and Counseling

by Community Contributor • September 26, 2024 • Comments Off

Medicare Open Enrollment begins on October 15 and runs through December 7. HICAP provides free, unbiased Medicare counseling to the public.

In October, November, and December, HICAP counselors — who are registered with the California Department of Aging — will be all around the county, hosting 35 One-Stops to provide individual counseling sessions, as well as 13 “2025 Medicare Changes” presentations.

Ventura Music Festival — New tickets and Fall news!

by Community Contributor • September 26, 2024 • Comments Off

Hello friends of VMF and music-lovers! As I come to the end of my first year with the festival, I’m reflecting on this past 29th season with gratitude. From the foot-stomping bluegrass of Michael Cleveland to the smooth sounds of Anderson & Roe, this year was something truly special: a “first” for me and a “last” for our twenties. As we turn our attentions to the holidays (and onward into our 30th Season) I’m excited to announce the final concert of the year: The King’s Singers will close Season 29 this December with an a cappella holiday performance!

CSUCI’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute celebrates its 20th anniversary

by Community Contributor • September 26, 2024 • Comments Off

“Watching OLLI over the years, we had problems now and then with equipment and we’ve got older people in these classes, not kids, so why not get some more comfortable furniture and new computer equipment and screens,” Paul said. “I thought, ‘I’ve got some retirement money, why not donate it?’”

Bilingual report — Santa Paula Beautiful Day Returns: Volunteers Needed to Beautify Fagan Barranca Park

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2024 • Comments Off

“This event is open to all, and we welcome volunteers of all ages to join us for Santa Paula Beautiful Day,” says Renee Bell, Parks & Recreation Coordinator. “We’re excited to bring the community together once again for a day of service and camaraderie. Your efforts will help ensure that Fagan Barranca Park remains a safe and beautiful space for future generations.”

Bilingual report — Teatro de las Américas — Luchadora! | Muero por Vivir | Lights, Camera, Contribution!

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2024 • Comments Off

Written by: Alvaro Saar Rios

Directed by: Alina Ceñal

Imagine the Chinese legend Hua Mulan set in the world of lucha libre—Mexican wrestling. The discovery of a worn pink wrestling mask prompts Nana Lupita, a Wisconsin grandmother, to share her tale about growing up in 1960s Texas. As her tale unfolds, Lupita’s life as a teen tomboy comes alive—bike riding with her friends Leopold and Liesl, working at her father’s flower stand and lucha libre. When a World Championship match is announced, Lupita anticipates seeing it until she discovers her ailing father is one of the wrestlers. With the help of a magical mask maker, Lupita secretly trains to take her father’s place. She soon finds it difficult keeping her secret from her friends and, most importantly, her father.

Bilingual report — City of Santa Paula Celebrates Graduation of First YARA Program Cohort

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2024 • Comments Off

The program, supported locally by the Santa Paula Parks & Recreation Department and the Santa Paula Police Activities League, is funded by the California Police Activities League (PAL) and bolstered by $100,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds allocated by the Santa Paula City Council. YARA offers hands-on training that directly positions participants for apprenticeships and job opportunities in traditional and emerging workforce sectors.

Bilingual report — Ongoing investigations continue following gasoline leak in Pierpont area of Ventura

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2024 • Comments Off

“The gasoline leak was traced to underground facilities at the Sinclair gas station on 2121 E. Harbor Boulevard,” said Fire Marshal Brett Reed. “Preliminary testing by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on September 20, confirmed the substance was gasoline. While the primary leak has been contained, the full extent of the impact to the sewer system and surrounding environment is still under investigation.”

A New Era for Wildlife Rehabilitation in San Luis Obispo — Pacific Wildlife Care (PWC)

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2024 • Comments Off

SAN LUIS OBISPO — Pacific Wildlife Care (PWC) announces significant progress in the Campaign for Wildlife, aimed at establishing the state-of-the-art Kim and Derrel Ridenour Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. This transformative project will enhance wildlife care, ensuring that injured and orphaned animals receive the support they need at a modern facility.

UCSB — The Current — Laila Shereen Sakr’s ‘Arabic Glitch’ explores data, activism and technoculture

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2024 • Comments Off

In her latest book, the digital artist and scholar examines the intersection of art, technology and activism.

CLU School of Management presents ‘From Chords to Cords: How to Build a Career with a Love for Music” on Oct. 2, other upcoming events

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2024 • Comments Off

We are excited to invite John Maier, CEO at Bose Professional to be our next guest in our Forward Together webinar series.

Discover how Maier turned his passion for music and the gear used to create, record, perform and broadcast it into a career in business. More recently, he has led the carveout of Bose Professional from Bose Corporation and will discuss the unique challenges of separating a division from an established business and re-branding that business.

CSUCI President’s Dinner gala on Sept. 28 will honor Cottage Health and a Distinguished Computer Science Alumnus

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2024 • Comments Off

CAMARILLO — A Computer Science alumnus now working in cybersecurity and a not-for-profit health organization that has partnered with CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) for nearly 20 years will be honored on Sept. 28 at CSUCI’s 2024 President’s Dinner at the…

Community Colleges of Ventura County and VCOE Collaborate to Expand Educational Opportunities

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2024 • Comments Off

Dual Enrollment programs bring college courses to high schools across the county CAMARILLO — Educators from the Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD) and the Ventura County Office of Education (VCOE) gathered for a pivotal Community of Practice event at…

CSUCI Nursing student chosen for CSU university system’s highest student scholarship award

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2024 • Comments Off

was driving with my husband and three beautiful daughters when I found out, and I yelled and started dancing around in the car,” Smith, 44, said. “Then, honestly, I started to cry. Because it’s so hard to go back to school later in life, when some of your friends are talking about retiring.”

Guest contribution — Frontline Healthcare Workers at Adventist Hospitals in Central Coast Vote to Authorize Unfair Labor Practice Strike

by Community Contributor • September 24, 2024 • Comments Off

“We’re having a hard time providing the quality care our patients deserve as more staff leave. We don’t take the decision to strike lightly, but we’ve reached our breaking point and are urging Adventist executives to address understaffing and working conditions in their hospitals now,” said Jennifer Mendoza, a pathology assistant at Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center. “We’re hoping that Adventist executives will bargain with us in good faith to reach an agreement, so we can provide the best care possible for our community.”

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