Category: Cultural

Nov. 2 — Santa Barbara Museum of Art to present reading and book signing by Author Mary Tonetti Dorra’s ‘Two Lives on Four Continents: A Double Memoir’

The Santa Barbara Museum of Art will present reading and book signing by Author Mary Tonetti Dorra’s “Two Lives on Four Continents: A Double Memoir” at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2. 

During this intimate reading and book signing, author Mary Tonetti Dorra shares her personal experience and gives a reading from her upcoming book Two Lives on Four Continents: A Double Memoir. This work tells the story of how Mary and her husband Henri Dorra, two people from different worlds, found each other and created a unified life. Against the sweeping history of the 20th century, readers will travel from Alexandria, Egypt to Washington DC, and from Fort Worth Texas to Central and South America and Italy as they follow the exciting lives of Mary and Henri Dorra.

Nov. 3 — UCSB Arts & Lectures presents ‘Warrior Women,’ a film screening and conversation featuring Madonna Thunder Hawk and Marcella Gilbert

UCSB Arts & Lectures is pleased to present Warrior Women, featuring Madonna Thunder Hawk and Marcella Gilbert on Wednesday, November 3, at 7:30 p.m. Pacific at Campbell Hall. Warrior Women chronicles the lifelong work of Madonna Thunder Hawk – a leader in the American Indian Movement – and Marcella Gilbert, a Lakota mother and daughter whose fight for Indigenous rights began in the late 1960s and continues to this day. Through their story, the award-winning documentary explores what it means to balance a movement with motherhood and how activist legacies are passed from generation to generation. The hour-long film will be followed by a moderated conversation with Madonna Thunder Hawk, Marcella Gilbert and director/producer Dr. Elizabeth Castle.

Nov. 4 — La LoCA Milonga, featuring El Cachivache Venturino, Achi Deuz, Adriano DeVita, Pacha Mendes in Santa Barbara

El Cachivache defines itself as Tango Punk playing at the fringe of traditional tango and yet, in their new voice and sound one can hear the unmistakable sound of true tango, Buenos Aires Tango. Made up of four musicians, they encourage everybody, tangueros or not, to get on the dance floor and feel what it is like to move “al compas de un tango” (to the tango beat). Alejandra Folguera added with a smile, “ These guys are The Real Thing. Come to the milonga, it’s a lot cheaper and easier than going to Buenos Aires.” Watch them on YouTube with young tango dancers in sneakers. Guaranteed grins galore. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG-yPVwjCwM. Delicious. 

Nov. 4 — UCSB Arts & Lectures to present a sublime musical pairing Leonidas Kavakos, violin and Yuja Wang, piano

Join UCSB Arts & Lectures as they present a sublime musical pairing, Leonidas Kavakos, violin and Yuja Wang, piano on Friday, November 12th at 7:00 p.m. at Campbell Hall.

Recognized as a violinist and artist of rare quality, Leonidas Kavakos is known for his virtuosity, superb musicianship and the integrity of his playing. This fall, he joins forces with Yuja Wang, the Beijing-born pianist lauded for her charismatic artistry, captivating stage presence and “wizardly technique” (Chicago Tribune).

Nov. 5 — Celebrate Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) with OPAC!

This year, we’ll also be acknowledging Araw ng mga Patay, the Filipino Dia de Muertos.

ARTISTS
Oxnard Art Studio · John del Rosario · Christina Hartman · SketchCrow · Bioket · Blotcampa · Abigail Mildbrandt · Creations by Cat · NPC Art Store · Art By Ambzy

SPECIAL GUESTS
Trendi Eats · Mexican Consulate of Oxnard · TessiEats
Adam Lopez, Community Relations Commissioner for City of Oxnard

PERFORMANCES
Kalpulli Huitzilin Ihuan Xochitl (Aztec Ceremony + Dancing)
Ballet Folklorico Mestizo of Oxnard College
 Grupo Folklórico Fusión Mexicana
Poets Jesus and Sarahi Noyola, Angelina Leaños · Korpsx

Nov. 6 — Santa Barbara Museum of Art to present ‘Community-based Practice in Cultural Heritage Conservation: The Kamehameha I Sculpture of Hawai’i’

Santa Barbara Museum of Art to present ‘Community-based Practice in Cultural Heritage Conservation: The Kamehameha I Sculpture of Hawai’i’ from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6.

In this presentation, Dr. Glen Wharton discusses his three-year collaboration with residents in a semi-rural Hawaiian community to research the material and social history of the Kamehameha I sculpture on the Big Island, leading to a community decision about whether to gold leaf or paint it.

Nov. 6 — 9th Annual Ventura County Farm Day – Meet The Hands That Feed You

Now in its ninth year, Ventura County Farm Day is back with free, in-person, open farm tours on Saturday, November 6. This year’s theme is “Meet The Hands That Feed You.” Visitors can use a new online Farm Day Trail Map to build a custom itinerary to travel between growers throughout Ventura County.

Nov. 9 — Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation (Cabrillo EDC) reports of Simi Valley Fair

The city of Simi Valley, the Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Simi Valley Town Center is hosting a job fair for individuals to discover job opportunities that are available in the area. The job fair will be taking place onNovember 9, 2021 from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm at the Simi Valley Town Center. The cost to attend the job fair as a Simi Valley business or a job seeker is FREE. Job seekers do not need to register. For more information on the event CLICK HERE.

Nov. 10 — OC LIVE to present Comedy Night Live on Campus!

It’s time to love life and laugh again! Join OC LIVE’s popular annual comedy showcase with Jason Love (America’s Got Talent, Sirius XM) and an all-star cast of stand-up comedians. It’s always a good time when Jason brings Hollywood to Oxnard!

This year’s amazing and hilarious cast includes Sean Hamrin (It’s Complicated), Danny Jolles (My Crazy Ex-Girlfriend), Samantha Hale (Laughs on Fox, iHeart Radio) and Omar Covarrubias (House of Blues, Hermosa Comedy & Magic). 

Nov. 10 — Bilingual report — Illuminate Speaker Series to present Navigating Our New Reality, A Conversation in Spanish Translated to English Virtual Event

illuminate Speaker Series, brought to you by Hospice of Santa Barbara and Mi Vida Mi Voz,presents: Navigating Our New Reality,  A Conversation in Spanish Translated to English Virtual Event on Wednesday, November 10th, 2021 at 6:00 PM PDT.

The entire community is invited to attend. Latino leaders will speak about the anxiety and fear that has been generated as a result of the pandemic and how this impacts how we adapt to our new reality. Simultaneous English translation will be provided.

Nov. 10 — UCSB Arts & Lectures to present Annette Gordon-Reed On Juneteenth: ‘Freedom Day’ and Its Importance to American History

Join UCSB Arts & Lectures as they present Annette Gordon-Reed On Juneteenth: ‘Freedom Day’ and Its Importance to American History on Wednesday, November 10th at 7:30 p.m. at Campbell Hall.

Harvard professor Annette Gordon-Reed is a leading voice on race and history in America. She received a Pulitzer Prize for her book The Hemingses of Monticello and has been honored with a National Humanities Medal. Gordon-Reed’s new bestseller,On Juneteenth, weaves together history and heartfelt memoir to tell the sweeping story of Juneteenth and the larger fight for equality.

Nov. 11 — Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara presents Rosha Yaghmai: Drifters

Join us for a conversation featuring artist Rosha Yaghmai to learn more about her current exhibition Rosha Yaghmai: Drifters at MCASB. Alongside Alexandra Terry, Chief Curator, Yaghmai will share the process of preparing for this exhibition while providing a deeper dive into her artistic practice.

This event is free for everyone. Register now to book your tickets early!

Nov. 11 — Join Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation in the 2021 “Honoring Our Veterans” campaign; honorees from yesterday and today will be celebrated on social media through Veterans Day

Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation (PCVF) is pleased to extend a warm invitation to the greater Santa Barbara community to participate in a new campaign, “Honoring Our Veterans.” With your support, veterans from all service branches (Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard) from yesterday and today will be remembered and celebrated on PCVF’s social media accounts leading up to Veterans Day on Thursday, November 11th. To participate in this novel online campaign to honor “those who serve,” simply submit a jpeg photo of your loved one in uniform and include their full name, branch of service and years served. Please email the information to media@pcvf.org. Your submission will appear in the “Honoring Our Veterans” online series posted on PCVF’sFacebook and Instagram accounts through Veterans Day on Thursday, November 11th. Please use “tags” to help the post go “viral” and reach more people. Provide your Facebook handle and we will tag you and anyone else! #HonoringOurVeterans.

Nov. 12 — UCSB Arts & Lectures presents a sublime musical pairing: Leonidas Kavakos, violin, Yuja Wang, piano

UCSB Arts & Lectures is pleased to present Leonidas Kavakos, violin, Yuja Wang, piano on Friday, November 12th at 7:00 p.m. Pacific at Campbell Hall. The performance is part of the Classical Greats series, featured in the 2021-2022 CREATING HOPE programming initiative.

Nov. 12, 13, 14 — You’re invited to saddle up, “shop ‘til you drop” and enjoy fun for the whole family at the 37th Annual Vaquero Gala, Show and Sale to benefit the Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum

The Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Parks-Janeway Carriage House (SYVHM) is thrilled to announce the return of the Santa Ynez Valley’s most popular fall event celebrating Western lifestyle and horsemanship in the community – the 37th Annual Vaquero Gala, Show and Sale, on November, 12, 13 and 14. The 3-day fundraising event, honoring the unique culture and equine skills of the California “Vaquero” (cowboy), takes place at SYVHM, located at 3596 Sagunto Street in Santa Ynez, California. 

Nov. 12-13 — Moorpark College Fall Dance Concert Showcases ‘Speaking Movement’

After more than a year of remote learning, faculty and student choreographers and student dancers from the Moorpark College Dance Department joyfully return to live performances on Nov. 12 and 13 for “Speaking Movement.”

The fall concert features 12 pieces that reflect the choreographers’ interpretations of ever-evolving social dynamics and relationships while intimately reflecting on our human experience.

Through Nov. 13 — Chumash legend, a nurse’s diary, Clark Gable and a haunted cow are part of student-written play, ‘Camarillo Tales’

CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) students will perform a series of vignettes about the history of the campus with “Camarillo Tales: Echoes in the Hills,” through Nov. 13.

“It’s a collection of original short plays written and performed by the students,” said Performing Arts/Theater Lecturer Laura Covault. “It’s a story of Cal State Channel Islands inspired by the history and lore of the land—the Chumash, the hospital, the people and the campus.

Nov. 13 — Channel Islands Maritime Museum Sponsors ‘In Gratitude’ Food Drive in Celebration of its 30th Anniversary

The Channel Islands Maritime Museum is happy to announce its Friends of the Harbor “In Gratitude” Food Drive on behalf of Food Share Ventura County. The food drive will take place on Saturday, November 13, from 10 am to 4 p.m. at the Museum which is located at 3900 Bluefin Circle in Oxnard.

Adri Howe, Executive Director of the Museum, had this to say when asked about the food drive, “The Museum has spent the last 30 years as part of a wonderful local community and we are so grateful for its support. We couldn’t think of a better way to show our gratitude than to host a food drive for our friends and neighbors who need assistance during these still very challenging times. Our community has always been and continues to be a source of support for us, and we are eager to give back in any way we can.”

Nov. 13 — Variety of events set for Santa Paula Art Museum

Gallery Talk: The PAC6 Painters

Saturday, October 30, 2021, from 2 PM to 3:30 PM

On Saturday, October 30, all six of the PAC6 Painters will gather at the Museum to mark the final week of their exhibit, Vistas, Varmints and Vagabonds, with a group gallery talk. The six artists will sit down to reflect on their exhibit as only they can with tales about their recent, “wild” adventures and the inside scoop on where they’re headed to next. The gallery talk will be included with the cost of regular museum admission. Reservations are not required.

Nov. 17 — Cabrillo Economic Development Corp. (EDC) to present California’s Secretary of Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency, Lourdes Castro Ramírez

California’s Secretary of the Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency, Lourdes Castro Ramírez, will speak live at Cabrillo Economic Development Corp.’s “The Future of Affordable Housing” online webinar. 

On November 17th, at 11:00 a.m., Cabrillo Economic Development Corp. (EDC) is hosting a free virtual, educational event, featuring leading industry viewpoints on the future of affordable housing. Guest Speaker Ramírez will discuss the current changing landscape and future of safe, affordable housing. 

Ramírez leads and oversees 11 entities responsible for expanding affordable housing, developing comprehensive solutions to end homelessness, guarding civil rights protections, regulating banking and financial services, and strengthening consumer protections with the licensing of 4 million working professionals. 

Nov. 18 — Free “All-Electric Homes” Events Empower Tri-County Residents to Address the Climate Crisis

This November, 3C-REN (Tri-County Regional Energy Network) is hosting two free webinars on all-electric homes, which use electricity instead of fossil fuels for energy needs such as heating and cooking and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. As state climate policy moves California to a zero-carbon future, education about building electrification is critical to eliminate fossil fuels and protect our environment. 

These virtual events are designed for community members, homeowners, design and construction professionals, and anyone interested in learning about what home electrification is, what technologies make it possible, and resources available to support it.

Nov. 18 — Santa Barbara Museum of Art to present Alison Saar: The Alchemy of Metal and the Magic of Casting

The Santa Barbara Museum of Art will present “Alison Saar: The Alchemy of Metal and the Magic of Casting” at 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18.

Esteemed sculptor Alison Saar discusses the ancient and transformative powers of metal and its casting. Referencing Western mythologies as well as Fon and Yoruba deities, the artist will cite her monumental commissions and smaller cast pieces. One such cast piece is her bronze sculpture Inheritance (2009), currently on view in the SBMA exhibition Fire Metal Monument: Bronze.

Nov. 27 — Tierra & Malo to perform at the Oxnard Performing Arts & Convention Center

Tierra & Malo to perform at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27 at the Oxnard Performing Arts & Convention Center, 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard.

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Your tickets from the previously scheduled event will be honored on this date.

Tierra was named “Best R&B Vocal Group” by four leading magazines, including Billboard. They started their career in East Los Angeles with a blend of rock, pop, jazz, R&B and salsa. The result was a Latin R&B rhythm which produce classics like “Together,” “Gonna Find Her,” “Memories” and “Zoot Suit Boogie.” Founded in 1972, the band has performed internationally and continues to perform with their unique smooth and soulful sounds. Throughout Tierra’s history, Rudy Salas has been, and continues to be, the leader of the band.

Dec. 3 — Open Mic Night / Noche de micrófono abierto at Teatro de las Américas

Join Ventura County Youth Poet Laureate,

Oxnard’s own Angelina Leaños for an Open Mic Night!

Friday, December 3, 2021

6 pm @ Teatro de las Americas: 321 W 6th St.

We welcome performers of any kind – music, spoken word, poetry and more – to come share their talent!

The event is free and open to the public.

Dec. 11, 12 — Santa Barbara Festival Ballet ‘The Nutcracker’ returns to Arlington Theatre Dec. 11-12

 The Santa Barbara Festival Ballet presents The Nutcracker, at The Arlington Theatre for three dazzling live performances Saturday and Sunday, December 11-12.

“After a year’s hiatus, we’re thrilled to be celebrating our 46th anniversary with a brilliant ensemble and world-renowned guest artists from Dance Theatre of Harlem,” said Valerie Huston, SBFB Resident Choreographer and Interim Executive Director. “We adapted during the pandemic with zoom classes and parking lot practices which kept us on pointe to deliver our most spectacular showcase ever.”

Dec. 12 — Holidays In The Village, A European Marketplace

Holidays in the Village, A European Marketplace will celebrate the warmth and joy of the holiday season with lots of food, music, kid fun, and artisan and craft vendors–all with a European flair. The marketplace is Sunday, December 12 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Lakeview Canyon Road and Agoura Road (adjacent to Stonehaus) in Westlake Village.

Dec. 12 — Get Your Picture Taken With Kris Kringle at Holidays in the Village, A European Marketplace

Holidays in the Village, A European Marketplace, celebrating the warmth and joy of the holiday season, is offering visitors the opportunity to have their photos taken with Kris Kringle and even with a sweet-natured Grinch. The cost is $5 for a 5″ x 7″ photo to take home or to download.  The Marketplace is Sunday, December 12 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Lakeview Canyon Road and Agoura Road (adjacent to Stonehaus) in Westlake Village. Admission and parking are free. It is being hosted by the two Rotary Clubs of Westlake Village.

Dec. 15 — UCSB Arts & Lectures to present My Bluegrass Heart: Béla Fleck, Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas, Stuart Duncan, Edgar Meyer and Bryan Sutton

Join UCSB Arts & Lectures as they present My Bluegrass Heart: Béla Fleck, Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas, Stuart Duncan, Edgar Meyer and Bryan Sutton, featuring music from Béla Fleck’s new album My Bluegrass Heart on Wednesday, December 15th at 8:00 p.m. at the Arlington Theatre.

Dec. 15 — UCSB Arts & Lectures presents My Bluegrass Heart featuring Béla Fleck, Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas, Stuart Duncan, Edgar Meyer and Bryan Sutton

UCSB Arts & Lectures presents American Supergroup My Bluegrass Heart: Béla Fleck, Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas, Stuart Duncan, Edgar Meyer and Bryan Sutton, featuring music from Béla Fleck’s new album My Bluegrass Heart on Wednesday, December 15th at 8:00 p.m. Pacific at Arlington Theatre. The performance is part of the 2021-2022 CREATING HOPE programming initiative.

Dec. 17 — Museum of Ventura County to present Las Posadas in Santa Paula

historic downtown Santa Paula with Rev. Maddie Sifantus, who will begin with a convocation. The procession will be led by Javier Gómez and Lorenzo Lencho Moraza with traditional Las Posadas music provided by Inlakech Cultural Arts Center and De Colores Music youth groups. Mayor Rev. Jenny Crosswhite of First Christian Church, Elvia Hernandez of Esperanza/Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, and Pastor Lupita Alonso of El Buen Pastor Church will participate.

Through Dec. 18 — Ventura Harbor VIllage Puts Visitors In The Holiday Spirit With Joyous TIDE-INGS Seaside Celebrations

 It’s the most wonderful time of the year and Ventura Harbor Village, located off of Highway 101, invites visitors to celebrate joyous TIDEings with friends and family in true nautical style.  Holiday goers from near and far can embrace the sights, sounds, and smells that are unique to the seaside destination.

Putting you in the holiday spirit – Ventura Harbor Village is creating a spectacular backdrop with ocean-inspired seasonal decorations in a color palette of sparkling blue, aqua, and green beachy hues Thanksgiving through New Year’s, and is showcasing festive spiraling sea pearls, whimsical holiday trees, vibrant wreaths and other glistening décor that reflects off the marina waters as part of the “SEAsons Greetings” holiday display.

Dec. 19 — José Feliciano ‘Celebrating the Holidays’ concert to be held at the Oxnard Performing Arts & Convention Center

Tickets are now on sale for the José Felliciano “Celebrating the Holidays” concert at 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 19 at the Oxnard Performing Arts & Convention Center, 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard. …José Feliciano is recognized as the first Latin Artist to effectively cross over into the English music market, opening the doors for other artists who now play an important role in the American music industry.

Dec. 31 — Tickets on sale for the WAR New Year’s Eve concert at Oxnard Performing Arts Center

Tickets are now on sale for the WAR New Year’s Eve concert at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 31 at the Oxnard Performing Arts & Convention Center, 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard.

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Hosted by Steve Perez of KRUZ 103.3, with an opening set by Dr. T and The Blues Criminals, doors open at 6 p.m.

Multi-platinum selling WAR, the original street band, has been sharing its timeless music and message of brotherhood and harmony for over four decades before millions across the globe. The long list of hits includes “Low Rider,” “The World Is A Ghetto,” “Why Can’t We Be Friends,” “The Cisco Kid,” and many more.

Continuing — Ventura County Genealogical Society presents FREE Mexican American Workshop

VENTURA COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY https://venturacogensoc.org (See website for other free events, current time, date, and place) FREE WORKSHOP: MEXICAN AMERICAN SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP (SIG) Meets monthly, every Meets monthly, every 2nd Saturday 10:30 a.m to 11:30 a.m. Camarillo Library, 4101…

Bilingual report — Teatro de las Américas wishes you a Healthy and Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

This past year, 2020, has been a mixed reality for your Teatro, an example of “Good News, Bad News.” 

THE GOOD NEWS:
Teatro now has a home of our own in Downtown Oxnard. We accomplished this long sought goal because of your generosity. The repairs and renovation of the building at 321 W. 6th Street cost in the neigborhood of $42,000. That money came from individual donors and business sponsors. We are overwhelmed by your generosity and at a loss to find the words to thank you adequately.

THE BAD NEWS:
Due to the Corona Virus we are unable to welcome you to our teatro. As a consequence, there were no live stage productions in 2020.

BUT:
We rose to the challenge by bringing Virtual Theater to you vía Zoom:
·       a series of conversations with Latinx actors and
·       acting classes for adults and children.

Bilingual report — Clinicas del Camino Real Inc. — COVID-19 update

December is a month where we celebrate the closing of our year; a time filled with excitement and anticipation of the joy we are sure to share together during the holidays. Our time of family and community renewal will be greatly altered this year by the COVID-19 pandemic as the virus continues to spread at a slow, yet aggressive, burn. Social distancing, stay-at-home orders, and intermittent lockdowns have become the new normal and move many of us to come together and connect in creative new ways. The approvals of vaccines by Pfizer and Moderna, bring hope of increased protection and prevention of the COVID-19 virus; local rollout is here and it could not come soon enough. In Ventura County and around the world, health professionals and epidemiologists can agree on two things: COVID-19 is here to stay, and the future depends on the part we play to stop the spread and — perhaps most importantly — the choices we take together as a community in doing so!

United Way of Ventura County earns Charity Navigator’s coveted 4-star rating

We’re proud to share that our organization has earned Charity Navigator’s coveted 4-star rating for the second consecutive year. This is the highest possible rating for demonstrating strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency.

Your continued support helps sustain our vital collective impact initiatives that support Education, Income, Health and housing unsheltered individuals and families.

Before the stroke of midnight, please donate and know that you have made a significant difference in our community by helping our families, friends and most vulnerable neighbors in need. Working together, we can inspire hope and create opportunities for a better life for all in 2021 and beyond. Live heroic and give generously today.

Guest commentary — A 2021 Immigrant Story, for the New Year, for this Nation, for the World…

Millions of us immigrants flee from countries from all over the world because tyrannical leaders routinely and viciously abused democratic principles, it seemed, at every turn. Many of the world’s immigrants attempt to come to this country seeking refuge, asylum and protection.

Santa Paula Art Museum — For Auld Lang Syne

Happy New Year!

The countdown to 2021 has begun! While it’s “out with the old, in with the new” in pretty much every other respect this year, we felt compelled to bring back one of the Santa Paula Art Museum’s most inspiring exhibits from years past for auld lang syne (for the sake of old times).

From 2011 to 2013, Santa Paula artists Gail Pidduck and John Nichols embarked on a community portrait project so that they could better know and appreciate the people in their hometown. Their Santa Paula Portrait Project is now in the Museum’s permanent collection, and you can view the exhibition in its entirety online.

One of the quotes that the exhibit leaves viewers with is this one: “We have all known the long loneliness and we have learned that the only solution is love and that love comes with community.”

Our thoughts exactly this new year.

Bilingual report — County of Ventura COVID-19 Testing Information

COVID-19 Testing Schedule 12/31
Testing sites closed New Years Day.
Open Saturday and Sunday.

Moorpark College, 7075 Campus Rd, 10-7
Freedom Park, Camarillo, 515 Eubanks St., 10-7
Oxnard College, 4000 S. Rose Ave, 10-7
Ventura County Fairgrounds, Enter on Shoreline Drive 9-6 (walk up location) (*A private company is also offering testing at the fairgrounds for a fee. It’s not the same entrance as the County’s walk up. The County’s tests are free.)
Santa Paula E. Main and N. Ojai 10-7

Bilingual report — COVID-19 Update: 405 New Cases

There are 405 new cases of COVID-19.
There have been 5 additional deaths: 59 year old female, 79 year old male, 86 year old male, 76 year old male, and a 107 year old male. These are our community members, these are moms, dads, grandparents, friends, husbands, wives, neighbors. Our thoughts are with their loved ones and the medical staff that cared for them. Please help save lives by following the public health guidance. Please protect your loved ones and your neighbors.
4,355 new tests performed.
Current doubling time is 44.1 days. What is doubling? Simply put, it’s how many days it takes for the number of coronavirus cases, hospitalizations or deaths to double. The shorter the time frame, the steeper the curve and the faster the growth.
Current hospitalizations: 375 and current ICU: 70. 0.8% Adult ICU Bed Availability in Ventura County.

Bilingual report — County of Ventura COVID-19 Testing Information

Moorpark College, 7075 Campus Rd, 10-7 this location requires pre-registration at www.vccovid.com
Freedom Park, Camarillo, 515 Eubanks St., 10-7 this location requires pre-registration at www.vccovid.com
Oxnard College, 4000 S. Rose Ave, 10-7 this location requires pre-registration at www.vccovid.com
Santa Paula E. Main and N. Ojai 10-7 (no pre-registration at this location)

Museum of Ventura County — We can use your help as we move into 2021!

We are asking for your support. Whatever you can give at this time will ensure that this regional history and art institution will be able to continue to fulfill its ongoing mission of preserving and protecting our history.

As we move through these uncertain times, keeping our community connected is more important than ever.

If you can, please give generously and consider becoming a monthly donor today, so we can build the best tomorrow – together. 

Bilingual report — COVID-19 Update: 993 New Cases

There are 993 new cases of COVID-19
There are 11 additional deaths 86 year old female, 96 year old female, 81 year old male, 70 year old male, 84 year old male, 83 year old female, 64 year old male, 87 year old female, 100 year old male, 68 year old female, and a 57 year old male, all with comorbidities. We ask that you wear masks, social distance and not gather so that lives can be saved. Please help protect vulnerable community members. Our thoughts are with the loved ones of those who have passed during this time.
9,455 new tests performed
Current doubling time is 38.2 days.
Current hospitalizations: 363 and current ICU: 66.
Ventura County Adult ICU Bed Availability 0.1%

Santa Barbara First District Supervisor Das Williams — Small Business Grants, Stimulus Bill, & Vaccine Info

The Governor announced the creation of a $500 million COVID-19 Relief Grant administered by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) at the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development for small businesses that have been impacted by COVID-19 and the health and safety restrictions. Funds will be awarded to selected intermediaries with established networks of Community Development Financial Institutions to distribute relief through grants of up to $25,000 to underserved micro and small businesses throughout the state. Cultural institutions and non-profits are also eligible for these grants.