Category: Family

Bilingual report: Ventura County Public Health: 13 cases of COVID-19 in Ventura County, 1 confirmed by the CDC, 12 presumptive

VENTURA COUNTY — There are now 13 cases of COVID-19 in Ventura County. 1 was confirmed by the CDC and 12 were presumptive. As of today we will not be reporting presumptive positive cases. They will be counted as positive cases.…

CSUCI will postpone 2020 Commencement

CAMARILLO — With the health and well-being of students and employees as the University’s highest priority, CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) will postpone the May 23rd Commencement ceremony to another date later in the calendar year. “I am sorely disappointed that we…

Housing Trust Fund Ventura County announces appointment of Cesar Hernandez to Board of Directors

“My family benefitted from the availability of affordable housing in our community.” – Cesar Hernandez VENTURA COUNTY — Housing Trust Fund Ventura County (Housing Trust Fund VC) has elected Cesar Hernandez to its 19-member Board of Directors. In this capacity, Hernandez will…

CSUCI takes further steps toward social distancing on campus

CAMARILLO — CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) is accelerating efforts to keep students, staff, and faculty safe from coronavirus (COVID-19) by taking further steps to create social distance. Although there have been zero presumptive or confirmed cases of COVID-19 within the CSUCI…

Bilingual report: City of Oxnard — Coronavirus Guidance for Residents | Orientació Para Los Residentes

COVID-19 | CORONAVIRUS COMMUNITY UPDATE March 16, 2020 GUIDANCE FOR RESIDENTS The City of Oxnard strongly encourages our community to follow the Governor’s guidelines for residents. Seniors age 65 or older or those with chronic conditions must stay indoors and…

United Way of Ventura County Mobilizing 2-1-1 Volunteer Corps

United Way of Ventura County Mobilizing 2-1-1 Volunteer Corps In Response to COVID-19 Pandemic As the nation responds to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, United Way of Ventura County (UWVC) is actively recruiting community members for the 2-1-1 Volunteer Corps. Community…

School Meal Service Widely Available in Ventura County During Closures

VENTURA COUNTY — School districts throughout Ventura County will continue providing meal service for students during closures that being Monday, March 16 in response to the coronavirus. For many students, school-provided meals are a critical part of their daily diet. While…

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley (BGCGCV) Postpone 17th Annual Superstars of the Year Celebration Due to the COVID-19 Virus

AGOURA — In accordance with local health department recommendations, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley (BGCGCV) have decided to postpone the 17th Annual Superstars of the Year Celebration scheduled for Sunday, March 22.  The BGCGCV will announce a…

Community Environmental Council Postpones 2020 Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Organization seeks to support public health; explores alternate ways to honor 50th Anniversary in April  SANTA BARBARA, CA – The Community Environmental Council (CEC) will postpone its 2020 Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival at…

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley (BGCGCV) Participate in National Fine Arts Contest

AGOURA — Members throughout the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley (BGCGCV) recently participated in the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s National Fine Arts Contest.  This year, the Rocky & Lon Morton Club located on the Sequoia Middle…

Ventura County Public Health reports one presumptive positive case of COVID-19

VENTURA – One presumptive positive case of the novel coronavirus has been confirmed by the Ventura County Public Health Lab. Secondary confirmation is pending from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The patient had traveled on the Grand…

RISE kicks off ‘RISE Up SLO County’ Fundraising Campaign

UPDATE: During the COVID-19 pandemic, RISE will continue to provide caring, compassionate services to survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence. Unfortunately, due to concerns related to the spread of the Coronavirus, RISE is cancelling the inaugural “RISE Up SLO County”…

Thousand Oaks Certified Farmers’ Market Announces New Location at the Oaks Shopping Center……Relocation Move Date Set for March 26, 2020

THOUSAND OAKS — The Thousand Oaks Certified Farmers’ Market held at the Oaks Shopping Center will soon have a new location.  The market, operated by the Ventura County Certified Farmers’ Market Association (VCCFMA), will move from its former site at the…

The Porsche Club of America-Santa Barbara Region Treats the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley (BGCGCV) to a Mini Car Show and Provides Significant Donation

THOUSAND OAKS — The Porsche Club of America–Santa Barbara Region recently held a Mini Car Show at the John L. Notter Family Club located on the Redwood Middle School Campus in Thousand Oaks. Youth had the opportunity to enjoy six Porsche…

Free Carnival Ride Tickets Offered Through Conejo Valley Days’ “Read & Ride”

CONEJO VALLEY — For the sixth year, Conejo Valley Days (CVD) is offering free carnival ride passes to students who take part in its “Read & Ride” literacy program. CVD, in conjunction with carnival operator Kastl Amusements, is encouraging kids…

Bilingual report: Clinicas del Camino Real Inc. hosting Dental Health Fair on Feb. 29 in honor of National Children’s Health Month

VENTURA COUNTY — Clinicas invites the Ventura County Community to join them for a Dental Health Fair taking place Saturday, February 29th from 10am-2pm, at Haycox Elementary School located at 5400 Perkins Rd in the city of Oxnard.  Clinicas will be…

Bilingual commentary: True Believers

Editor’s note: Amigos805 welcomes local guest columns, letters to the editor and other submissions from our readers. All opinions expressed in submitted material are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the viewpoint of Amigos805. David Magallanes By David…

February News from Peoples’ Self-Help Housing

Newsletter | February 2020 Employee of the Year, Gabriela Ruiz, Property Manager at Villas on Higuera, pictured with U.S. Congressman 24th District Salud Carbajal President’s Award Winner, Lauren Nichols Project Manager, pictured with President & CEO John Fowler Greetings! After…

Jackson, Social Justice Advocates, and Business Owners Call for an End to the Pink Tax

SB 873 outlaws gender-based pricing for products SACRAMENTO — State Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson’s (D-Santa Barbara) on Feb.18 was joined by Congresswoman Jackie Speier, business owners, and social justice advocates to call for an end to the “pink tax” in which many women’s…

Bilingual report: Update from Ventura County Public Health — Test Results Are Negative for Pending Novel Coronavirus Case in Ventura County

VENTURA — The Ventura County Public Health Department has received negative results from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding a possible case of the novel coronavirus in Ventura County. There are no confirmed cases or pending cases of the…

Applications for new PSHH affordable housing now available

Guadalupe Court waiting list opens February 28 Architectural rendering of Guadalupe Court CENTRAL COAST — Applications are now available for Guadalupe Court, Peoples’ Self-Help Housing’s (PSHH) newest affordable housing for farmworkers in Guadalupe, CA. Primary applicants must earn a substantial…

Local PODS® Moving & Storage celebrates 15 years by giving back to communities

?Local PODS Moving & Storage?pays it forward? by giving back to the community with every container sold for a full year.?  OXNARD — Local PODS® Moving & Storage has continued to give back to more than 100 organizations and charities throughout the Tri-Counties…

Conejo Valley Home Remodeling Show Seeks Vendors for 25-Year Anniversary Show at Hyatt Regency Westlake

CONEJO VALLEY — The Conejo Valley Home Remodeling Show, celebrating its 25th year, will be Saturday and Sunday, April 18 and 19, at the Hyatt Regency Westlake (880 S. Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village). The show is accepting vendor applications from…

National Wear Red Days brings awareness to women’s No. 1 health threat: Cardiovascular disease in Santa Barbara County

The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women® movement urges women to take action to take action to reduce their personal risk for cardiovascular disease SANTA BARBARA — The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart…

Bilingual report: What you need to know about the flu and the Novel Coronavirus

OXNARD — The City of Oxnard understands that some residents may be concerned about the recent outbreak of the novel coronavirus. The novel coronavirus is a newly discovered virus that causes respiratory illness and is believed to have originated in Wuhan,…

As Valentine’s Day Approaches, Sen Jackson Introduces Bill to Create a Marriage Fact Sheet

SACRAMENTO –As one of the most popular days for marriage proposals approaches, State Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson’s (D-Santa Barbara)  introduced legislation today to ensure newlyweds are aware of the legal and financial commitments they agree to when they say “I do.” Senate…

VITA tax assistance sites offer free bi-lingual tax return prep and filing for individuals/families earning less than $56,000

SANTA BARBARA —  As we head into tax season, United Way of Santa Barbara County (UWSBC) will be providing  free income tax return preparation and E-Filing to help residents receive their tax refunds at Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) locations…

Friendship Center — February Newsletter

FEBRUARY 2020 Make a Donation Visit our Website Click the image above for more information and to purchase tickets! The Importance of Caregiver Care By Naomi Edwards Program Specialist, Friendship Center Montecito One of the most rewarding, yet challenging, jobs…

Bilingual report: Ventura County Public Health Department Safety Alert – Novel Coronavirus

VENTURA — The Ventura County Public Health Department (VCPH) is working closely with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to prepare for and respond to the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak. There have been reports of two possible cases in Ventura…

Marjorie Luke Theatre — Get In The Loop at The Luke!

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   See Noah benShea February 11th, 2020 at 7:30pm at The Marjorie Luke Theatre. Donate Now! With gratitude, we acknowledge the individual donors who have given in the last few months! Ellen Anderson Anonymous George…