Featured artists from the private collection of VC professor SANTA PAULA — Ventura College presents a Chicano Art Exhibit, “The Imagery of Chicano: a Perspective of Chicanismo in Contemporary Art” through Nov. 17 at the Ventura College Santa Paula site, 957…
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¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! presents Yolotecuani in Free Community Workshop in Music and Dance of Guerrero, Mexico on Oct. 20
Thursday / Jueves, OCT 20, 7:00 PM Casa de la Guerra, 15 E. De La Guerra Street, Santa Barbara, CA FREE workshop / Entrada gratuita Free community workshop in music and dance of Guerrero, Mexico with Yolotecuani. Students and observers…
Spanish-language presentation on farmworkers labor rights to be held Oct. 20 in Oxnard
VENTURA COUNTY — The California Rural Legal Assistance invites farmworker community members to join us for the following Spanish presentations on labor rights in Santa Paula and Oxnard. Santa Paula Date: October 11, 2016 Time: 6:00 p.m. Location: Police StoreFront, 431 N.…
Rick Najera’s Latino Thought Makers Series Returns to Oxnard College Performing Arts Center for Fourth Season on Oct. 12
2016-2017 Season Kicks Off October 12 with Hollywood & Politics featuring Award-winning Actor Emilio Rivera, Columnist Ruben Navarrette Jr. & Radio HostWendy Carrillo OXNARD — In collaboration with the Ventura County Community College District and Oxnard College, Rick Najera’s Latino Thought Makers Live Series will return…
California Rural Legal Assistance to present information sessions on renters, workers rights on Oct. 28
OXNARD — The California Rural Legal Assistance will present: INFORMATION SESSIONS / PRESENTACIONES DE INFORMACION SECOND AND LAST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH / SEGUNDO Y ULTIMO VIERNES DE CADA MES Friday-Viernes October 14 and October 28 14 de Octubre y 28 de…
¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! to present Yolotecuani through Oct. 23 in free concerts
SANTA BARBARA — ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! presents the local premier of Yolotecuani, music and dance of Tixtla, from the state of Guerrero, Mexico. Yolotecuani offer free family concerts on Friday, October 21, 7 pm at Isla Vista School;…
The Blackboard Gallery – Studio Channel Islands to present ‘In the Dark-a pop-up exhibit’ on Oct. 29
CAMARILLO — Something new and exciting is brewing at the Blackboard Gallery at Studio Channel Islands in Camarillo. For one night only there will be an exhibit like never before, a pop-up spectacle for only the bravest artists and their victims.…
Santa Paula Art Museum to hold Día de los Muertos Free Family Day on Oct. 30
Free Family Day: Dia de los Muertos Celebrate Dia de los Muertos on Sunday, October 30, 2016, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Create paper flowers, La Catrina bonnets and El Catrin sombreros, decorate sugar skulls, and enjoy a storytelling…
Oxnard native who helped animate Disney’s “Zootopia” to speak at CSU Channel Islands on Oct. 19
CAMARILLO — An Oxnard native who went on to become the first female Head of Story for Walt Disney Animation Studios on the film “Zootopia” will speak at CSU Channel Islands (CI) on Wednesday, Oct. 19. Josie Trinidad is currently Head of Story…
Central City Swing – Fall Concert on Nov. 1
ORCUTT — The Central City Swing Band will perform their annual Fall Concert on Tuesday evening, November 1st, 2016 at 7:30PM. The concert will feature music arranged in a traditional or vintage swing style as well as arrangements in a…
Marjorie Luke Theater announces Yolotecuani to perform on Oct. 23
SANTA BARBARA — The Marjorie Luke Theater has announced the Oct. 23 performance of Yolotecuani at 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23. From Tixtla, Guerrero, Mexico, an area rich in traditions, public celebrations and fiestas, comes Yolotecuani. With a 30-year career sharing the traditional…
Santa Barbara Museum of Art to present ‘Before I Die’ wall through Oct. 23
SANTA BARBARA — Hospice of Santa Barbara, in collaboration with the Santa Barbara Museum of Art (SBMA), seeks to help bring death to life with a “Before I Die” wall, inspired by artist Candy Chang’s first installation on the side of an…
Day of the dead Guatemalan celebration Fundraiser for El Lustrador Foundation to be held in Los Angeles on Nov. 1
By Lea Spicker LOS ANGELES — Gran Venta de Fiambre, a beneficio de “El Lustrador Foundation,” 1 de noviembre, 5:30 a 7:30pm, 1 de noviembre, 2003W 8th St., Los Angeles. The centennial Guatemalan specialty dish, Fiambre blanco or rojo. It’s a…
Dia de los Muertos Altar and Speakers Put Inequity to Rest at SBCC on Nov. 2
SANTA BARBARA — “Putting Inequity to Rest” is both title and theme of a three-hour event at the SBCC West Campus Lawn to celebrate Dia de los Muertos on November 2, 2016. Organizers from the SBCC Student Equity Committee (SEC) invite students and…
2016 Día de los Muertos Celebracion to be held Nov. 5 in Camarillo
CAMARILLO — The 2016 Día de los Muertos Celebration will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5 at Conejo Mountain Funeral Home, Memorial Park and Crematory in Camarillo. The 2016 Día de los Muertos Celebration will feature a vintage lowrider car show,…
Latino Thought Makers Series to present ‘Hollywood and Politics’ at Oxnard College on Oct. 12
2016-2017 Season Kicks Off October 12 with Hollywood & Politics featuring Award-winning Actor Emilio Rivera, Columnist Ruben Navarrette Jr. & Radio HostWendy Carrillo OXNARD — In collaboration with the Ventura County Community College District and Oxnard College, Rick Najera’s Latino Thought Makers Live Series will return to…
Carnegie Art Museum to present ‘Fiesta Noche de los Muertos’ on Oct. 8
OXNARD — The Carnegie Art Museum will present “Fiesta Noche de los Muertos — Exhibit Reception and Fundraiser,” from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8 at 424 S. C St., Oxnard. A magical evening of giving with music by Duet…
Mixteco/Indígena Community Organizing Project to present Día de los Muertos Celebration on Nov. 6
OXNARD — The Mixteco/Indígena Community Organizing Project will present “Día de los Muertos: An Annual Indigenous Celebration” from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6 at Heritage Square, 731 S. A St., Oxnard. The event includes an altar contest, food, music,…
Renowned Middle Eastern Musicians Perform In Concert For Flutes Across The World on Nov. 12
VENTURA — Flutes Across The World will sponsor some of the world’s best-known and renowned middle eastern musicians for a concert fundraiser in Ventura to support the non-profit efforts of its programs for children in American and overseas for music and…
Intergenerational Art Program at Channel Islands Art Center Brings Children and Seniors Together on Oct. 9
CAMARILLO — Art to Heart, an intergenerational art program which bring seniors and children together to learn from and inspire each other side-by-side, begins Wednesday, October 5th. Studio Channel Islands Art Center in Camarillo is now taking applications for their…
Prestigious Ojai Studio Artists Tour set for October 8, 9 & 10
OJAI — The 33rd annual self-guided Ojai Studio Artists Tour – one of the exemplary art events in California – is set for Columbus Day weekend, October 8, 9 and 10. “We have over 50 studios on the tour this year,”…
Bilingual commentary: Thoughts Mold Our Faces
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City National Bank in Partnership with United Way of Santa Barbara County Provide Free Back-To-School Backpacks and Supplies to Local School children
SANTA BARBARA — Recently, students at Franklin Elementary School received backpacks filled with school supplies. The backpacks were distributed to K-2nd grade students in need, compliments of City National Bank. Each backpack included a pink eraser, No. 2 pencils, a pencil sharpener,…
Bilingual commentary: “That’s How It’s Done”
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Commentary: The eternal gift of art from maestro Francisco Magdaleno
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Guest commentary: Rest in Eternal Peace Bobby; you’re home now my Brother!
A tribute by Armando Vazquez My compadre, the great boxer Bobby Chacon, died Wednesday, September 7, 2016 according to news report I picked up on from the internet. We had long lost touch with one another. At the end…
United Way begins Campaign Year with the most Profitable Event in its History
CAMARILLO —United Way of Ventura County raised a record net profit of $75,000 at its recently rebranded Spirit Awards Gala. “We are thrilled by the outstanding result and this sets the pace of our campaigns that kicks off next month,”…
Bilingual commentary: The Borderline
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Ventura County Education Leaders Endorse Carla Castilla For 3rd District Supervisor
CAMARILLO – Dr. Mark Lisagor, current President of the Ventura County Board of Education; Christina (Tina) Urias, Santa Paula Unified School District Board Member; Bob Rust, Pleasant Valley School District Board Member, announced their support of Carla Castilla to succeed retiring…
Ventura County Young Democrats, Ventura County Democratic Party have endorsed Jeannette Sanchez-Palacios for Ventura City Council
VENTURA —Ventura County Young Democrats and the Ventura County Democratic Party have endorsed Jeannette Sanchez-Palacios for Ventura City Council. “Jeannette’s dedication to working families is unsurpassed by none,” said Shawn Terris, Chair of the Ventura County Democratic Party. “Her integrity…
Bilingual commentary: Bilingual Antipathy
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Girls Inc. of Carpinteria Alumna and National Scholar Andrea Delgado Takes ‘Strong, Smart, and Bold’ Experience Abroad
Harvard pre-med student gains first-hand healthcare experience in Latin America CARPINTERIA — Andrea Delgado of Carpinteria joined Girls Inc. of Carpinteria when she was just five years old, attending the nonprofit’s After-School Enrichment and Summer Camp programs. Now, the 21-year-old is entering…
Former U.S. Labor Secretary Hilda Solis to Lead Ventura County Democratic Party Celebration on Sept. 18
VENTURA — Democratic activists in Ventura County will come together for their annual fundraising event on Sunday, September 18th at the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Hilda Solis, the first Hispanic woman to be appointed to…
In a new paper, UCSB scholar says ancient hieroglyphic texts reveal Mayans made a major discovery in math, astronomy
By Jim Logan / UC Santa Barbara For more than 120 years the Venus Table of the Dresden Codex — an ancient Mayan book containing astronomical data — has been of great interest to scholars around the world. The accuracy…
2016 RISE Up Award Winners Announced
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY – The RISE Up Awards recognize excellence in community service supporting RISE’s sexual assault and intimate partner violence programs; the 2016 RISE Up Award winners are District Attorney Investigator Donna Jones, RISE Friends Committee member Nancy…
La Misa Negra to perform at UCSB on Sept. 19
SANTA BARBARA — La Misa Negra will from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Monday, Sept. 19 at the San Miguel Stage at the UCSB Multicultural Center. La Misa Negra is a 9-piece band from Oakland, California that plays a unique blend of…
VCCDC Receives $35,000 From Wells Fargo To Help Women In Ventura County Achieve Homeownership & Financial Stability
VENTURA COUNTY — The Ventura County Community Development Corporation (VCCDC) was recently awarded a $35,000 grant by Wells Fargo to support its Mi Casa Mi Hogar (My House My Home) Program which is designed to assist a highly vulnerable population – women…
Oxnard Salsa Festival Announces Fundraising Totals and Winners of the 2016 ‘Dancing with our Community Stars Dance Contest & Charity Fundraiser’
OXNARD — The Oxnard Salsa Festival is pleased to announce the winners and the total amount of money raised for the 2016 ‘Dancing with our Community Stars Dance Contest & Charity Fundraiser’. This year’s competition included an All-Star line-up in celebration…
Teatro de las Américas reports Drama Department Returning to Oxnard College
OXNARD — Teatro de las Américas reports that the Drama Department is returning to Oxnard College. We are happy to support the return to Oxnard College of the Drama Department. Sign up for the two courses: THTR R111 – Introduction to Theater…
Cal Lutheran receives $1.2M federal grant
TRIO programs will now reach county’s junior highs THOUSAND OAKS — The U.S. Department of Education has awarded California Lutheran University a $1.2 million grant to provide Ventura County’s only federal TRIO program serving middle school students. The Talent Search…