AGOURA — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley is busy preparing for the upcoming ‘Stand up for Kids Gala Dinner & Auction’ set for Saturday, October 20 at the Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village. Volunteers are needed to…
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Santa Paula Art Museum update for Oct. 12 — 5 Things We Learned in ‘The Land of Light’
SANTA PAULA ART MUSEUM JEANETTE COLE ART CENTER & COLE CREATIVITY CENTER Last weekend, the Santa Paula Art Museum was transformed into a place that we call “The Land of Light” for the second year in a row. Below are…
Deadline for NBCUniversal/LNESC National Scholarship is Oct. 22
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The LULAC National Educational Service Centers, Inc. (LNESC) invites qualified rising college juniors and seniors to apply to the NBCUniversal/LNESC Scholarship. The program is intended to assist and encourage outstanding Latino students with an interest in the…
Museum of Ventura County update for Oct. 10 — Ghostwalk last three weekends of October
Major funding for these programs is made possible by the City of San Buenaventura, the County of Ventura and private and community donors. Ghostwalk On the last 3 weekends of October, the historyof Santa Paula and the Santa Clara River Valley comes alive…
Carnegie Art Museum update for Oct. 9 — Screen Printing Workshop on Oct. 10
Click here for the entire e-newsletter THIS WEEK AT CAM Instructor: Chance Noble Wednesday, October 10 6-8 p.m. Ages: 14+ $35Join designer Chance Noble, for a one day, hands on workshop in screen printing applications, preparations and press…
Santa Barbara HS Has Musical Subscription Deal
First time Subscription Deal. Offered for the Season of Musicals ALL MUSICALS, ALL THE TIME – That’s how they do it at Santa Barbara High School since 2012. This season’s fancy footwork and vocally challenging productions include two Tony-winning musicals among…
United Way of Ventura County update for Oct. 4
Click here for the entire e-newsletter President’s Message Dear Friends, Fall is here and it’s a very busy time at United Way. We recently wrapped up our 29th annual Day of Caring with over 600 volunteers using their muscles to assist…
Carnegie Art Museum update for Oct. 4 — 3rd annual Fiesta Noche de Recuerdos/Night of Memories on Oct. 20
Click here for the entire e-newsletter CAM CORNERSTONES FUNDRAISER The 3rd annual Fiesta Noche de Recuerdos/Night of Memories Saturday, October 20, 2018. 6-9 pm A spectacularly fun evening of cherishing memories, remembering loved ones and supporting the Carnegie! Music…
Museum of Ventura County update for Nov. 3 — First Friday Features The Night of the Nosferatu
Major funding for these programs is made possible by the City of San Buenaventura, the County of Ventura and private and community donors. Lunch + Music = MUNCH Grab lunch and head over to the Museum, every Thursday between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30…
Nov. 1 — Joan Baez – Fare Thee Well Tour 2018 at the Arlington Theater
SANTA BARBARA — “Joan Baez – Fare Thee Well Tour 2018” will be presented at 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1 at the Arlington Theater, Shortly after her 2017 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction, Joan Baez announced, “While 2018…
Nov. 1 — A Conversation with OC Anthropologists!
OXNARD — Join us this Thursday for a lively discussion about the state of our world today., 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1, Oxnard College Performing Arts Building. OC Professors Dr. Linda Kama’ila and Dr. Arion Melidonis discuss some of the most important current events…
Nov. 1 — Museum of Ventura County Presents “Table Talk” Panel of Top Food Experts
VENTURA — The Museum of Ventura County will host a panel discussion, 7 to 9 p.m., Nov. 1, on the influence immigrant communities have had in shaping the food culture of Southern California. The panel will include Ventura County Star…
Nov. 1 — Santa Barbara Museum of Art to present 1st Thursdays
SANTA BARBARA — Santa Barbara Museum of Art to present: 1st Thursday at SBMA Thursday, September Nov. 1, featuring: Pop-Up Opera 5:30 – 6:30 pm Opera Santa Barbara returns to present another crowd-pleasing pop-up performance. Location: Museum galleries Westmont Chamber Singers 6:30 –…
Nov. 1 — Museum of Ventura County hosts Chicano artist signing event
Artists will be on hand to sign newly-released Ayer y Todavia Art Catalog VENTURA — The Museum of Ventura County will host a catalog release event, 5:15 to 6 p.m., Nov. 1, at 100 E. Main St., Ventura. The Ayer…
November — Art Trek presents variety of workshops, events
NEWBURY PARK — Art Trek, at 703 Rancho Conejo Blvd. Newbury Park, will present the following events: Drum Night All Ages Wednesday, November 7 6:30p-9:30p $25 Per Person *Dinner Included Art Trek, 703 Rancho Conejo Blvd. Newbury Park, CA 91320 *This is a…
Nov. 2 — Feria de los Libros, Closing for Clay Come to Life, celebrate Dia de los Santos y Muertos & Support the local Arts in Oxnard
OXNARD — The historic arts exhibition will close NOVEMBER 2, 2018 at the Acuna Arts Collective in the old Social Security Office 425 So. B St., Oxnard. This world class art exhibition, Clay come to Life, features three world renowned local artist Jacquie Biaggi,…
Through Nov. 2 — Acuna Art Collective presents ‘Clay Coming to Life’ exhibit
Exhibit continues through Nov. 2 OXNARD — A historic arts exhibition is taking place at the Acuna Arts Collective in the old Social Security Office 425 So. B St., Oxnard. This world class art exhibition, “Clay come to Life,” feature sthree world…
Bilingual report: Nov. 3 — Archdiocese of Los Angeles to hold Día de los Muertos celebration in East L.A.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — The Archdiocese of Los Angeles to hold Día de los Muertos celebrations Nov. 3 in East L.A. These event is FREE, open to the public and fun for the entire family! There will be a presentation on the significance…
Nov. 3 — Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation to present 22nd Annual Military Ball
SANTA BARBARA — Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation (PCVF) cordially invites veterans, active duty military members, and guests for a memorable night of live music and dancing, dinner, and “Excellence in Service” tributes to those who have selflessly served our country.…
Nov. 3 — 6th Annual Ventura County Farm Day – “Family-Friendly Weekend of Farms & Food”
VENTURA COUNTY — Ventura County farms will open their doors to the pubic during the 6th Annual Ventura County Farm Day. On Saturday, November 3, visitors will create their own itinerary to experience a day of agricultural activities and meet…
Nov. 3 — Four-star General Robin Rand to Deliver Keynote at 22nd Annual Military Ball
SANTA BARBARA — The Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation (PCVF) will host the 22nd annual Military Ball at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort on Saturday, November 3, and is pleased to welcome a special guest to deliver this year’s keynote…
Bilingual report: Nov. 3 — CSU Channel Islands’ Science Carnival to be held at Rio Vista Middle School, Oxnard
OXNARD — Our annual Science Carnival is from 4 – 8 PM on Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, at Rio Vista Middle School, 3050 Thames River Drive, Oxnard, CA 93036 The Science Carnival is FREE to the public! Kids in preschool through grade 8 and their families…
Nov. 4 — Santa Paula presents Día de los Muertos Community Celebration
Families and Visitors of All Ages Are Invited to Join this Free, Community-Wide Celebration SANTA PAULA — Come and celebrate Día de los Muertos at four different locations around Santa Paula on Sunday, November 4, 2018! Participating sites will include the California Oil Museum,…
Nov. 5 — Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care hosts free film screening to community about end of life care; The Nurse with the Purple Hair
SANTA BARBARA — Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care is hosting a free educational event, and special screening of the documentary, The Nurse with the Purple Hair. The film will be followed by a discussion with acclaimed Director Sean Cunningham and…
Nov. 5 — National Researcher Explores the Smartphone Generation and the Future at SBCC Lecture
SANTA BARBARA — The stereotypical depiction of Generation Z – those born after 1995 – often involves a teenager with eyes inches from a smartphone and thumbs furiously tapping at the screen. But as Dr. Jean Twenge will explore November…
Nov. 9 — Travis Tritt to perform at the Oxnard Performing Arts Center
Travis Tritt to perform Friday, November 9, 2018 at 8 pm $44 Oxnard Performing Arts Center – 800 Hobson Way in Oxnard Oxnardperformingarts.com Experience the Grammy award-winning artist in an intimate solo-acoustic setting where his powerful voice and guitar are…
Nov. 9 — United Way Young Leaders Society Presents United We Bowl Fundraiser
SANTA BARBARA — Bowlers can bring their “A-game” and help put books into students’ hands Nov. 9 at the 9th Annual “United We Bowl,” the Young Leaders Society’s (YLS) fundraiser for United Way of Santa Barbara County’s literacy programs. The…
Nov. 10 — Celebration of Mexican culture in Santa Maria
SANTA MARIA — Ballet Folklorico students from three high schools and a junior college are teaming up and will use traditional music and dance performances to keep Mexican and Latino culture alive throughout the Santa Maria Valley. The “Celebration of Mexican…
Nov. 10 — Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation to present Santa Barbara Veterans Parade
SANTA BARBARA — On Saturday, November 10, join the Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation for a free, star-spangled event you won’t soon forget! Starting at 12 noon, the Santa Barbara Veterans Parade will begin at the intersection of E. Sola and…
Nov. 10 — Two Exhibitions, One Premiere Party: ‘The Eleventh Annual Art About Agriculture’ and ‘From the Ashes: Thomas Fire Photography by Luther Gerlach’ at the Santa Paula Art Museum. Plus other upcoming events
Premiere Party: Saturday, November 10, 2018, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The cost of admission to the premiere is $10.00 for members and $15.00 for non-members and will include access to both exhibitions. SANTA PAULA — “Art About Agriculture,” the…
Nov. 10 — Pioneer Valley High School Drama Department in Santa Maria presents the comedy ‘The Play that Goes Wrong’
SANTA MARIA — Pioneer Valley High School Drama Department in Santa Maria will present the comedy ‘The Play that Goes Wrong’ Nov. 10. A dead guy who has trouble staying dead, steps that break, props falling down and a rotating bookcase are…
Nov. 10 — Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation, Santa Barbara Veterans Foundation to present ‘Salute to Vets’ in Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA — Join Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation and the Santa Barbara Veterans Foundation on Saturday, November 10 for an afternoon complete with BBQ, live music and military vehicles on display. Watch for the Patriot Parachute Team performing in the…
Nov. 11 — Oceanview Pavilion presents LIVE Championship Wrestling from Hollywood
PORT HUENEME — Only a handful of FREE LIVE TAPING events left in the year, the stars of Championship Wrestling from Hollywood continue to shine in 2018! The Oceanview Pavilion at 575 E. Surfside Drive Port Hueneme will once again host the most action-packed…
Nov. 11 — Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1649, Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation present Veterans Day Ceremony
SANTA BARBARA — Honor our country’s veterans by joining the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1649 and Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation on Sunday, November 11 for a moving, one-hour ceremony at the Santa Barbara Cemetery, 901 Channel Dr. A keynote…
Nov. 13 — Author Craig Owens Discusses Haunted Histories of Local Hotels as a part of the Speaking of Ventura County Lecture Series
VENTURA — “Haunted by History” author Craig Owens will share haunting facts about eight prominent historic hotels in Southern California and the origins behind many of their ghost stories, 6 p.m., Nov. 13, as the featured speaker for the “Speaking…
Nov. 13 — Assemblymember Irwin to host Women’s Self-Defense Workshop
Aimed at empowering women and helping them to better protect themselves SACRAMENTO – Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin is hosting “Empower + Protect: A Self-Defense Workshop for Women,” an educational event aimed at guiding women through self- defense instruction. The workshop is being…
Nov. 14 — SBCC Presents Patrisse Cullors as 28th Annual Leonardo Dorantes Memorial Lecturer
On Thursday, November 15, 2018, artist, organizer, educator, and popular public speaker, Patrisse Cullors, will grace the Garvin Theatre stage as the twenty-eighth annual Leonardo Dorantes Memorial Lecturer. The lecture series honors the memory of a second-year SBCC student and Mexican…
Nov. 14 — Democratic Club of the Conejo Valley to hold General Meeting
WESTLAKE VILLAGE — Welcome to the Democratic Club of the Conejo Valley! Our vision is to engage, energize, and empower ?Democratic voters in the Conejo Valley. 6:30 (networking) 7:00 pm (business) ?Place: North Ranch Center 1400 N. Westlake Blvd. Next…
Nov. 15 — OC Live to present Hermanos Herrera
OXNARD — Join us for a night of norteño music with award-winning SoCal artists Hermanos Herrera, 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 15 at the Oxnard College Performing Arts Building, 4000 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard. Brisk accordion fills and dynamic saxophone melodies highlight this…
Nov. 15 — Santa Barbara Art Museum to present ‘Writing in the Galleries’
SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Museum of Art will present “Writing in the Galleries” from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 15 at 1130 State St., Santa Barbara Writers of all levels are invited to participate in this informal exploration of the Museum’s galleries…
Nov. 15 — SBCC to host community input meeting
SANTA BARBARA — Santa Barbara City College invites members of the community to attend a community input meeting to discuss the SBCC Facilities Master Plan. SBCC staff will present a draft of the Plan and take comments and questions at…
Nov. 17 — Native Plants Sale at the Museum of Ventura County
VENTURA — The California Native Plant Society Channel Islands will host a native plant sale at the Museum of Ventura County, 10 a.m. – 3 pm., Nov. 17. The CNPSCI is dedicated to conserving California native plants and their natural…
Nov. 20 — Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service to be held in Santa Barbara
A community celebration of our common bonds of caring SANTA BARBARA — All are invited to gather together in gratitude for the resilience and compassion expressed throughout our larger community this past year. Our annual Community Interfaith Thanksgiving Service will…
Nov. 22 — Conejo Valley YMCA’s 14th Annual “Turkey Day Dash” on Thanksgiving Morning
THOUSAND OAKS — The Conejo Valley YMCA is hosting its 14th annual Turkey Day Dash on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 22. The 5K run/walk and 1K family fun run/walk is held at California Lutheran University (60 West Olsen Rd., Thousand…
Nov. 24 — Ojai Library to present program ‘Governments Lie: Howard Zinn on Class Warfare, Immigration, Justice, Film and History’
OJAI — At 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 24, 2018, the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF) will visit the Ojai Library to host a viewing of a 2007 speech titled“Governments Lie: Howard Zinn on Class Warfare, Immigration, Justice, Film and History.”…
Nov. 27 — CSUCI to hold candlelight vigil to honor victims of Borderline and California wildfires
CAMARILLO — CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) students, faculty, staff and the public are invited to gather at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 27 for a candlelight vigil in honor of those who lost their lives in the Borderline shooting and the California…
Nov. 30 — Allan Hancock Concert Band to perform Annual Christmas Concert in Santa Maria
SANTA MARIA — The Allan Hancock College Concert Band will perform their Annual Christmas Concert on FRIDAY evening, November 30th, 2018 at 7:30PM. The concert will feature an eclectic mix of arrangements including: The Star Spangled Banner, Russian Christmas Music, It’s the Most Wonderful…
Nov. 30 — ‘From the Ashes: Thomas Fire Photography by Luther Gerlach’ Reception to Mark One-Year Anniversary of Thomas Fire
Reception and Lecture: Friday, November 30, 2018, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The lecture will begin at 6:00 p.m. The cost of admission to the reception will be $10.00 for members and $15.00 for non-members. SANTA PAULA — In…
Dec. 1 — Studio Channel Islands Hosts Annual Holiday Art Market
CAMARILLO — Studio Channel Islands, at 2222 E. Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, kicks off the holiday season with its annual holiday fair and festival, 11 a.m., Dec. 1, featuring distinctive artwork for gift-giving created by SCI’s artists-in-residence and member artists, live…
Dec. 1-2 — America’s Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College to host its annual ‘Snow Days’
MOORPARK — America’s Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College will host its annual “Snow Days” event on Dec. 1 and Dec. 2 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Friends and families are welcome to experience the Zoo while it’s decorated for the…