OXNARD — It’s a berry bash of iconic portions, the 33rd Annual California Strawberry Festival May 21 & 22 featuring berrilicious fun with outlandish eats, entertainment, fine arts & crafts, and more. Ever had strawberry pizza with a strawberry beer?…
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Life and Work of the artist Ed Cristál explored in new exhibit now open at Channel Islands Maritime Museum. Opening reception on May 28
OXNARD — The Channel Islands Maritime Museum is pleased to announce a new exhibit open to the public on May 9, 2016. The exhibition features painting and ceramics by artist Ed Cristál, the artist who created the whale sculptures that flank…
Del Pueblo Cafe presents Los Very Be Careful on May 29
SANTA BARBARA — Very Be Careful, back to Santa Barbara after 4 very long years! A Caribbean soul and a California heart have sustained two decades of ceaseless romp-downs and raucous times for L.A.’s vallenato veteranos, inciting 10s of 1000s of…
SCAPE ~ Presents ‘Visions of the Gaviota Coast’ on May 13, 14
GOLETA — On Friday and Saturday, May 13 &14, 2016, SCAPE, Southern California Artists Painting for the Environment, will host the fourth annual “Visions of the Gaviota Coast,” an art exhibition of photography and fine art that showcases the beautiful…
12th annual Rebozo Festival to be held May 15 at Camarillo Ranch
Proceeds benefit Ventura County non-profit agencies CAMARILLO — The Rebozo Festival, Inc. is pleased to announce the 12th annual Rebozo Festival, which will be held on Sunday, May 15th, 2016 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Camarillo Ranch. In…
El Concilio Family Services announces winners of Latino Leadership Awards. Event to be held May 6
OXNARD — El Concilio Family Services in Oxnard has announced the winners of its 27th annual Latino Leadership Awards. The winners include Alejandra Castellanos, Amelia Aparicio, Dr. Ana M. Becerra, Erika Arteaga, Jesse Lamas Calvillo, Dr. Kaia Tollefson, Matilde “Mati” Sanchez…
Free Concerts April 29 through May 1: Latin Grammy Winners Monsieur Periné presented by ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara!
¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! presents Latin Grammy Winners Monsieur Periné Latin Grammy Winners/ Ganadores del Latin Grammy Monsieur Periné Suin a la Colombiana / Colombian swing FREE concert / Entrada gratuita Friday, April 29/ Viernes, 29 de abril 7:00…
Latin Grammy winners Monsieur Periné bring “Suin a la colombiana” to Santa Barbara April 29 through May 1
SANTA BARBARA — Monsieur Periné, Latin Grammy winners for “Best New Artist” of 2015, come to Santa Barbara for free family events of art and music presented by ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! Monsieur Periné will perform in free…
Fairy Tales Come Alive at Channel Islands Harbor – First Performance May 1: Cinderella Meets the Avengers
Channel Islands Harbor presents Gypsies in a Trunk, the all-volunteer troupe of actors who perform free fairy tales for the young and the young at heart. They will be performing “Cinderella Meets the Avengers” at 2 p.m., May 1, at…
Oxnard College Literature, Arts & Lecture Series Spring 2016 through May 4
OXNARD — The Oxnard College Literature, Arts & Lecture Series will begin its 2016 Spring Series on February 24th, featuring Darius Wallace performing “Frederick Douglass and the Starry Road to Freedom.” Other events include: “Treasures of Spain: Song, Dance, and Guitar”…
Action Star Danny Trejo Headlines Rick Najera’s Latino Thought Makers Series at Oxnard College on May 4
OXNARD — Action star Danny Trejo will headline the season finale of Rick Najera’s popular Latino Thought Makers entertainment series live on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 at 7:00pm at Oxnard College’s 400-seat state-of-the art Performing Arts Center in Oxnard, CA. The series, presented by Oxnard College Institute for Latino Performing Arts,…
Rick Najera to Host Latino Thought Makers’ All-Star Social Media Panel at Oxnard College on April 13
Social Media Stars & Influencers Vincent Marcus, Ana Flores & David Lopez discuss starting out and rise to Internet fame OXNARD — The Oxnard College Institute for Performing Arts presents the next installment of Latino Thought Makers featuring social media stars and influencers:Vincent Marcus, Ana…
Straight Up Jazz with John Schnackenberg and Cougar Estrada Sax & Keyboard next set for April 19
SANTA BARBARA —Every Third Tuesday of the month, Lovejoy’s Pickle Room presents live jazz. The groovy duo of Cougar Estrada and John Schnackenberg put out some “straight ahead” jazz on keyboards and baritone sax, respectively. They will next perform Lovejoy’s Pickle…
La Celestina, una cantata mediterránea el 20 de marzo
OXNARD — Teatro de las Américas inicia su Ciclo de Teatro del Atril 2016 con la tragicomedia clásica de Fernando de Rojas “La Celestina” en una versión de cantata mediterránea de Costa Palamides, quien dirigirá este montaje, para Teatro de las…
Righetti High School Marimba Band & Ballet Folklórico to present its 39th annual “Big Show” performance on March 18, 19 in Santa Maria
SANTA MARIA — The Righetti High School Marimba Band & Ballet Folklórico will present its 39th annual “Big Show” performance at 7: 30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 18 and 19 at Santa María High School’s Ethel Pope Auditorium, 901 S. Broadway, Santa…
Ocean View Pavilion to present ‘Boxing by the Beach’ on April 2
PORT HUENEME — The Ocean View Pavilion will present “Boxing by the Beach” featuring Francisco Santana vs Ed Paredes on April 2. Boxing By The Beach is presented by Top Rank, in association with Bash Boxing at theOceanview Pavilion in Port Heneme. Tickets start at $40 for Theatre…
Classical Piano Concert in Santa Paula on Feb. 13
SANTA PAULA — The Santa Paula Concert Series has been revived and will have its fourth concert of the new series, “Music for a Romantic Night: Classical Piano Music with Geno Palilla,” on Saturday, February 13th at 7:00 PM at…
Acuna Art Gallery at the Café on A in Oxnard to present opening reception for artist ‘George Yepes y Amigos’ on Feb. 12
OXNARD — The Acuna Art Gallery at the Café on A in Oxnard will present the opening reception for artist “George Yepes y Amigos: from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12 at 438 S. A St., Oxnard The exhibit will…
Bilingual report: Exhibit by Mexican artist Francisco Toledo to be held in Oxnard on Feb.19
OXNARD — An exhibit by world famous Mexican artist Francisco Toledo will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 19 at the Mexican Consulate, 3151 W. Fifth St., Oxnard. The exhibit has been touring the globe over the past year. The event…
Bilingual report: Latino Thought Makers Series at Oxnard College to present ‘Conversation with Stars in Hollywood’ featuring Josefina Lopez (Real Women Have Curves), Luis Guzman (Code Black) on March 10
OXNARD — Oxnard College Institute for Latino Performing Arts proudly presents the next installment of the Latino Thought Makers series featuring nationally acclaimed writer, Josefina Lopez and multi-award winning actor, Luis Guzman. The series, led by writer-director-comedian, Rick Najera will take place on Thursday, March 10th at Oxnard College’s Performing Arts Center…
¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! presents Las Colibri, Mariachi Femenil on March 11, 12 and 13
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY — ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! presents Las Colibri, Mariachi Femenil in a series of free concerts March 11, 12 and 13 in Santa Barbara County. FREE concert / Entrada gratuita Friday, March 11 / Sábado, 12…
Las Contemporáneas of the Museum of Ventura County to present the 2nd annual Latina Film Festival on March 12, 13 in Ventura
VENTURA — Las Contemporáneas of the Museum of Ventura County proudly present the 2nd Annual Latina Film Festival. Come celebrate Latinas in film and help us pay special tribute to award-winning Actor/Writer/Producer, Evelina Fernández. March 12 & 13, 2016 The Latina…
Inlakech Cultural Arts Center to celebrate 43 years of service on Feb. 27
OXNARD — The Inlakech Cultural Arts Center will celebrate 43 years of service with a “Red Charro Suits and Raffle Fundraiser” from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27 at The Kitchen Restaurant, 529 S. A St., Oxnard. Featuring a new…
Danish String Quartet to perform at UCSB on March 1
SANTA BARBARA — The Danish String Quartet will perform at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 1 at UCSB’s Campbell Hall. One of the hottest string quartets right now, the Danish returns for a consecutive season, following its thrilling 2014 Santa Barbara debut.…
Sebastião Salgado at the Arlington Theatre on March 2
SANTA BARBARA — “Sebastião Salgado — In Conversation with Pico Iyer” will be held at 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 2 at the Arlington Theatre, Santa Barbara. The subject of the Academy Award-nominated documentary film The Salt of the Earth, Brazilian-born Sebastião…
UCSB to present National Geographic Live wildlife photographer Steve Winter on March 6
SANTA BARBARA — UCSB to present National Geographic Live wildlife photographer Steve Winter at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 6 at Campbell Hall. Go around the world in search of big cats with award-winning photographer Steve Winter. A determined explorer, Winter will…
UCSB to present ‘Taylor Mac — A 24-Decade History of Popular Music: 1916-1936’ on March 8
SANTA BARBARA — UCSB to present ‘Taylor Mac — A 24-Decade History of Popular Music: 1916-1936″ at 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 8 at Campbell Hall. Get ready for an evening of glittering musical time travel. Equal parts bedazzled shaman, searing…
UCSB to present Rosanne Cash with John Leventhal on March 9
SANTA BARBARA — UCSB to present Rosanne Cash with John Leventhal at 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 9 at Campbell Hall. Singer-songwriter Rosanne Cash will perform selections from the acclaimed album The River and the Thread with collaborator, guitarist and husband, John…
José González and yMusic to perform at UCSB on March 10
SANTA BARBARA — José González and yMusic to perform from 8 to 10 p.m. Thursday, March 10 at UCSB Campbell Hall. José González is a testament to the irrefutable power of one man and a guitar. His classically-inspired playing draws comparisons…
Bilingual report: Teatro de las Américas to present ‘Locuras en Wichita’ on March 11 and 12 at Oxnard College
OXNARD — The 2016 season begins when Teatro de las Américas and Oxnard College present Lina Gallegos’s comedy, WILD IN WICHITA, directed by Denise Blasor. Don’t miss this charming play. An elegant Puerto Rican woman and an irreverent Mexican man fall in love when they meet at…
Jazz Ambassadors of the U.S. Army Field Band will present a free community concert at the Oceanview Pavilion’s Performing Arts Theatre by the Beach on March 12
PORT HUENEME — The Jazz Ambassadors of the U.S. Army Field Band will present a free concert in Oceanview Pavilion’s Performing Arts Theatre by the Beach located at 575 E. Surfside Drive Port Hueneme, CA Saturday March 12. The concert…
Reserve tickets for ‘El Bracero — A Mariachi Opera’ return performance at Oxnard College on Feb. 6
OXNARD — Back by popular demand!! “El Bracero — A Mariachi Opera,” will return at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6 at the Oxnard College Performing Arts Center, 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard. El Bracero is a dynamic one-act “Mariachi Opera”…
Oxnard College Presents CBS Diversity Sketch Comedy Showcase PLUS Lalo Alcaraz from Fox’s New Animated Comedy, Bordertown LIVE, Feb. 3
Writer-Director-Comedian Rick Najera Blends Hollywood Comedy Sketch Show with Local Performers at Oxnard College Performing Arts Center as Part of Growing Latino Thought Makers Series OXNARD — Oxnard College Institute for Latino Performing Arts presents the much-anticipated CBS Diversity Sketch…
UCSB to present ‘Culture Clash Muse & Morros: True Stories – Real People’ on Jan. 27
SANTA BARBARA — UCSB Arts & Lectures will present ‘Culture Clash Muse & Morros: True Stories – Real People’ at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27 at UCSB’s Campbell Hall. For 30 years, Culture Clash has scoured the nation searching for the…
‘El Bracero – A Mariachi Opera’ to be presented at Oxnard College on Jan. 16
OXNARD — “El Bracero — A Mariachi Opera” will be presented at 7 p.m. at the Oxnard College Performing Arts Theater, 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard. Featuring Mariachi Aguilas de Oxnard and Ballet Folklorico Mestizo. Set in the 1950s at…
¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! to present Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Cano in free family concerts in Goleta, Gudalupe, Santa Barbara and Isla Vista from Jan. 8 through 10
¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! will present Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Cano in free family concerts in Goleta, Gudalupe, Santa Barbara and Isla Vista. The Grammy-winning ensemble performs music from latest recording, Tradición, Arte y Pasión, as well…
December cover story: Holiday events add to the magic of the season
Posadas (Dec. 11), La Pastorela (Dec. 19, 20) to be presented at El Presidio de Santa Barbara Historic Park From Amigos805 staff reports The public is invited to participate in Santa Barbara’s oldest Christmas traditions as the Santa Barbara Trust…
El Concilio Family Services seeks nominations for 2016 Latino Leadership Awards. Deadline is 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15
OXNARD — El Concilio Family Services is seeking nominations for 2016 Latino Leadership Awards. The deadline is 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15 The 27th annual Latino Leadership Awards will recognize individuals and business partnerships that have made significant contributions to education…
Teatro de las Américas to present final two performances of ‘Your Friends Would Never Harm You’ on Dec. 4, 5
OXNARD — Teatro de las Américas will present final two performances of “Your Friends Would Never Harm You” at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 4 and 5 at the Oxnard College Black Box Theatre, 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard…
Teatro de las Americas, MusicaLatitudes, and Oxnard College to present a Christmas concert on Dec. 6
OXNARD — Teatro de las Américas y MusicaLatitudes invite the community to participate in a free Christmas choir program that will be featured in Songs and Odes of Christmas at 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6 at Teatro de las Américas at Oxnard…
Ventura County officials to celebrate ‘Giving Tuesday’ on Dec. 1 at Santa to the Sea starting line
Ceremonial ribbon cutting and toy drive kick off “12 Days of Giving” at iconic Santa Claus Park OXNARD — Ventura County Fifth District Supervisor John C. Zaragoza and Ventura County CEO Mike Powers will be joined by county non-profit organizations, local…
Oxnard College kicks off holiday season with Latino Thought Makers ‘Ha Ha Holidays Live Comedy,’ music show and benefit on Dec. 2
Special Guests DJs Rico & Mambo, comedians Momo Rodriguez and Jill-Michele Meleán and singers Karina Nuvo and Vanessa Verduga join host Rick Najera at Oxnard College Performing Arts Center OXNARD — The Oxnard College Institute for Latino Performing Arts will…
‘Love in the Tetons’ to be presented at REI Oxnard on Dec. 2
Latino couple reflects on love for the outdoors OXNARD — Fifteen years ago, Juan, an at-risk youth from south-central Los Angeles, stepped off a bus in Grand Teton National Park and saw the stars for the first time in his life.…
Gold Coast Health Plan to recognize Diabetes Awareness Month with resource fair on Nov. 7 in Oxnard
OXNARD — Gold Coast Health Plan will recognize Diabetes Awareness Month in November with a “Diabetes Awareness Resource Fair” from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7 at the Oxnard Public Library, 1251 S. A St., Oxnard. The program will feature…
More Día de los Muertos events coming this weekend, beyond
From Amigos805 staff reports Día de los Muertos events will continue this weekend in Camarillo, Goleta, Nipomo, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria, Santa Paula and Ventura. Camarillo • CSU Channel Islands will present its annual Día de los Muertos celebration 4…
SBCC Center for Lifelong Learning presented Día de los Muertos celebration
SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Community College SBCC Center for Lifelong Learning (the CLL) hosted its free family-friendly Día de los Muertos celebration on Oct. 24 at the Schott Campus to commemorate the dead through a 4000-year-old Mesoamerican tradition. Children of all ages…
Oxnard College Institute for Latino Performing Arts to present ‘An Evening with Actors Judy Reyes, Reynaldo Pacheco and Julissa Arce’ on Oct. 21
OXNARD — Oxnard College Institute for Latino Performing Arts will present a special evening with actress Judy Reyes and immigrant rights activist Julissa Arce with host Rick Najera at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21 as part of Oxnard College’s Latino Thought Makers…
Día de los Muertos events beginning this weekend
Día de los Muertos events are beginning this weekend in many locations in the 805 region. The Carpinteria Library will present “La Catrina,” a Día de los Muertos celebration, from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 at 5141 Carpinteria Ave.,…
De Colores Art Show to hold opening reception on Oct. 17
SANTA PAULA — The Santa Paula Art Museum will present the 22nd “De Colores Art Show: Campesinas,” opening with a reception from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 at 117 N. Tenth St., downtown Santa Paula. The De Colores Art Show is an annual…
Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hern to perform in Oxnard on Oct. 11
OXNARD — Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hern will perform will perform at 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11 at the Oxnard Performing Arts Center, 800 S. Hobson Way, Oxnard. The USA 2016 Tour is entitled “The Force and the Passion…
CLU’s International Film Festival to present ‘Even the Rain’ on Oct. 7
THOUSAND OAKS — CLU’s International Film Festival will present “Even the Rain” (Spanish) at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7 at the Carmike Thousand Oaks 14, 166 W. Hillcrest Drive. With ample irony, Even the Rain explores the effects of Spanish imperialism,…
Carnegie Art Musem to present ‘Artist’s Gallery Talk — Carmen Abelleira — Reclaimed Stories’ on Oct. 8
OXNARD — The Carnegie Art Musem will present “Artist’s Gallery Talk — Carmen Abelleira — Reclaimed Stories” at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8 at 424 S. C St, Oxnard. The creator of the museum’s newest “Celler” exhibit, “Reclaimed Stories,” she will share…
October cover story: Day of the Dead coming to life in 805 region
Cities from Camarillo to Santa Maria will present numerous activities during Día de los Muertos celebration to honor departed souls By Frank X. Moraga / Amigos805 About three decades ago most of the general public in the 805 region had not…
Teatro de las Américas, Oxnard College to present ‘Songs of the Mediterranean’ dinner, concert fundraiser on Oct. 1
Teatro de las Américas and Oxnard College continue their 2015 Season of Concert-Dinners with “Songs of the Mediterranean” from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1 at The Bistro at Culinary Arts Building at Oxnard College, 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard. In this third edition, guests…
Latino Thought Maker Series to present ‘An Evening with Marco Antonio Regil & Scott Montoya’ at Oxnard College on Sept. 24
OXNARD — The Oxnard College Institute for Latino Performing Arts will present its second performance of Latino Thought Makers at Oxnard College Performing Arts Center at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24. The live show, hosted by comedian Rick Najera, will…
Javier Gomez to present Día de los Muertos free pre-planning art workshops starting Sept. 26
OXNARD — Javier Gomez will present the annual Día de los Muertos free pre-planning art workshops starting Sept. 26 at 250 E. 5th St., Oxnard. All workshops will be held from noon to 3 p.m. The schedule includes: Sept. 26 —…
Bilingual report: Teatro de las Américas to present ‘Our Lady of the Clouds’ on Sept. 27
OXNARD — Teatro de las Américas will present ‘Our Lady of the Clouds’ at 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27 at the Oxnard College Black Box Theatre, 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard. The play is directed by Pantelis Palamidis. Written by Arístides…
¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! recognized by Santa Barbara County Supervisors on 10th anniversary season
SANTA BARBARA — The County of Santa Barbara has honored ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! on its tenth anniversary season with a resolution of the Board of Supervisors recognizing the program for its innovative and diverse contributions to community cultural life throughout the…
Ballet Folklórico de Los Angeles opens ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara!’s 10th anniversary season on Sept. 11
SANTA BARBARA — Ballet Folklórico de Los Angeles opens ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara!’s 10th anniversary season with free performances at Isla Vista School (Sept. 11), Guadalupe City Hall (Sept. 12) and the Marjorie Luke Theatre (Sept. 13). The company…
Reception for ‘Huicho!’ exhibit to be held Sept. 4 at CLU
THOUSAND OAKS — The reception for the exhibit “Huicho!” will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4, at California Lutheran University’s Kwan Fong Gallery, 120 Memorial Parkway Thousand Oaks. Hüicho Lé makes remarkable paintings that combine contemporary imagery with themes from…
Rick Najera and Friends Celebrity Golf Classic Fundraiser to benefit El Concilio Family Services to be held on Aug. 24
CAMARILLO — The Rick Najera and Friends Celebrity Golf Classic Fundraiser will be held at Spanish Hills Golf & Country Club, 999 Crestview Ave., Camarillo. The tournament will benefit El Concilio Family Services’ mission to support agricultural workers and their familes…
Sonikete Productions to present ‘MoForró’ at Downtown Sol in Oxnard on Aug. 22
OXNARD — Sonikete Productions will present “MoForró” from 8 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22 at Downtown Sol, 328 W. 3rd St., Oxnard. Come enjoy this Brazilian treat with us on the last day of summer, organizers reported in a media release.…
Discovery Ventura to present Los Lonely Boys on Aug. 23
VENTURA — Los Lonely Boys will perform at Discovery Ventura, 1888 E. Thompson Blvd., Ventura. Doors open at 6 p.m. The Texan brother trio bounces back from adversity with its adventurous self-produced album, “Revelation,” which chronicles its return to the stage…
Acuña Art Gallery @ The Café on A in Oxnard to present ‘Endless Summer — Back to School’ party on Aug. 14
OXNARD — The Acuña Art Gallery @ The Café on A will present “Endless Summer — Back to School’ all ages party from 7 p.m. to midnight on Friday, Aug. 14 at 438 S. A St., Oxnard Featuring performances by C-Minor,…
Carnegie Art Museum to present opening reception for Olguin Tapia Heredia on Aug. 14
OXNARD — The Carnegie Art Museum in Oxnard will present the CAM Studio Gallery opening reception for Olguin Tapia Heredia from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14 at 424 S. C St., Oxnard. Born in Michoacán, Mexico and raised in Oxnard,…