SANTA BARBARA — With pie and bar charts no longer drawing attention in the digital business world, SBCC School of Extended Learning is offering professionals and job seekers the modern research and presentation skills employers are seeking. Classes are provided…
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Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara update for Oct. 23 — ‘Kota Ezawa: The Crime of Art’ and ‘Bloom Projects: Beatriz Olabarrieta, Ask the Dust’ exhibits open Nov. 10
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Join us! Saturday, November 10 from 6 – 8 pm for a reception celebrating the opening of two new exhibitions, Kota Ezawa: The Crime of Art and Bloom Projects: Beatriz Olabarrieta, Ask the Dust. RSVP here Kota Ezawa, Empty Frame,…
FIRST 5 Ventura County selects Interface Children & Family Services as new place-based service provider to support the county’s nearly 60,000 children, prenatal to age five and their families
VENTURA COUNTY — First 5 Ventura County (F5VC) is pleased to announce its new strategic partnership with Interface Children & Family Services, to provide essential programs and services for Ventura County’s nearly 60,000 children prenatal – 5 and their families.…
CSUCI receives $1.2 million grant to continue building STEM pathways to college
CAMARILLO — The U.S. Department of Education has awarded CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) $1,204,632 million in continued support of Project PROMESAS (Pathways with Regional Outreach and Mathematics Excellence for Student Achievement in STEM). PROMESAS is a multi-pronged project designed to improve…
‘Nuestras Américas’ — Our Americas exhibit now open at UCSB
Exhibition explores the ways Latinos and Latinas use artistic expression to create their sense of identity and belonging By Talya Myers • UCSB In the silkscreen print “Rio Por No Llorar” (“I Laugh to Keep from Crying”), Carmen Miranda’s famous fruit-laden headdress…
Latino author, poet and literary scholar Tim Z. Hernández to receive UCSB’s annual Luis Leal Literature Award
By Andrea Estrada • UCSB Tim Z. Hernández, an award-winning author and poet and an assistant professor of creative writing at the University of Texas, El Paso, will receive UC Santa Barbara’s 15th annual Luis Leal Award for Distinction in Chicano/Latino…
Housing Authority Family Self-Sufficiency Program Celebrates Newest Graduates
SANTA BARBARA — With a daughter to care for, Silvia Alvarez found herself in a tough spot when she lost her job. Uncertain about her next move, Alvarez turned to her Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara case…
United Way Red Feather Ball Benefits Youth Education Programs
SANTA BARBARA — Fifth-grader Insharah quickly emerged as the star of the evening as local community leaders, philanthropists and residents sat down Oct. 5 for United Way of Santa Barbara County’s (UWSBC) 22nd Annual Red Feather Ball. Insharah was one…
Bilingual commentary: Mexican Composers
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SBCC Interior Design Students’ Work To Be Showcased on Local TV on Oct. 20
SANTA BARBARA — Creating interior environments that are both functional and pleasing requires a multitude of decisions: how to use color, where to position each element, what textures best suit the purpose, etc. For four SBCC Interior Design students — Cynthia…
Abaseh Mirvali Appointed Executive Director and Chief Curator of Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara
Mirvali Launches the Next Phase in MCASB History with Expanded International Programming and Plans for a New Museum SANTA BARBARA — Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara (MCASB) announced today that it has appointed Abaseh Mirvali as its new Executive Director,…
For Those who Served: Housing Authority Breaks Ground on Veteran Housing
SANTA BARBARA — Elected officials and development partners joined the Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara Oct. 8 to break ground on Johnson Court, a 16-unit apartment development on Carrillo Street for very-low and low-income veterans. When completed…
Museum of Ventura County update for Oct. 17 — Member Appreciation Day and Dia de los Muertos
Major funding for these programs is made possible by the City of San Buenaventura, the County of Ventura and private and community donors. Bringing The Boys Home In honor of National AIDS Awareness month, the Museum of Ventura Countywill host a reception, October 19,…
Ventura County Education Leaders Receive Statewide Honors
VENTURA COUNTY — Two Ventura County public education leaders have been recognized at the state level by the California County Superintendents Educational Services Association (CCSESA). Ventura County Superintendent of School Stan Mantooth has received the 2018 CCSESA Champion Award, which recognizes…
Carnegie Art Museum update for Oct. 16 — Fiesta Noche de Recuerdos… FUNdraiser, Affordable Art Sale and More!
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Countdown FIESTA! Day of the Dead Altar/Ofrenda Honorees Carnegie Art Museum’s Día de Los Muertos Altar presented at the 2018 Fiesta Noche de Recuerdos on October 20th, will honor several who gave notable…
Ventura County honored for streamlined permitting process
VENTURA — The County’s Service Excellence Program has been honored for its work in the development and implementation of a streamlined permitting process and the creation of a Permit Navigator position to support businesses and individuals going through the permitting…
El Secretario-Registrador, Registrador de Votantes Lunn anuncia la fecha límite para inscribirse para las elecciones generales estatales del 6 de noviembre de 2018
VENTURA — El Secretario-Registrador, Registrador de Votantes del Condado de Ventura Mark Lunnanunció hoy la fecha límite para inscribirse para votar en un lugar de votación en las elecciones generales estatales del 6 de noviembre de 2018 es el lunes, 22 de octubre…
Local Business Leaders Find Value in SBCC’s International Trade Skills Course
SANTA BARBARA — Successfully running a business in today’s economic landscape can be challenging, but exporting products and expanding to international markets can provide the revenue boost companies need to succeed. While the thought of navigating various regulations may seem…
Santa Barbara City College update for Oct. 15 — SBCC Named #1 Community College Second Year in a Row by Value Colleges
Santa Barbara City College’s Community Newsletter SBCC Named #1 Community College Second Year in a Row by Value Colleges Praising Santa Barbara City College as “a flawless investment,” Value Colleges has rated SBCC the #1 Community College in the nation…
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley Gear up for upcoming ‘Stand up for Kids Gala Dinner & Auction’ on Oct. 20 – Volunteers are Sought
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…
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…
Oxnard College receives Catalyst Grant to increase support for undocumented students and their families
New Grant Will Provide a Resource Center, Legal Services, and Other Support CAMARILLO — Oxnard College is expanding and creating programs to support undocumented students and their families so that more people will be able to realize their full potential.…
CSUCI receives $240,000 grant to increase diversity among STEM faculty
CAMARILLO — CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) and three other Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs) have received individual grants to collaborate to create and test a pilot program designed to increase diversity among science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) professors in higher education. CSUCI,…
Ventura County approves Farmworker Resource Program
VENTURA — The Ventura County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the Farmworker Resource Program, the first program of its kind in California. The program was developed by an eight-member advisory committee, facilitated by the County Executive Office, that included members…
Bilingual report: Oct. 13 — VCCCD Hosts Districtwide Financial Aid Workshops at Moorpark, Oxnard, and Ventura Colleges
Cash for College workshops will be held to help ensure students complete the right paperwork and applications to receive money for college. CAMARILLO — Moorpark, Oxnard, and Ventura colleges will each host Cash for Collegeworkshops on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, 9…
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…
Bilingual commentary: Signal Personalities
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EDC Launches New Website to Support Business Community
The Economic Development Collaborative is proud to announce the launch of our new website www.edcollaborative.com! Over the last 6 months the EDC has conducted a thorough analysis of the needs of our public and private stakeholders as well as our SBDC…
CSUCI launches competition in California College and University Ballot Bowl with Civic Engagement Week
CAMARILLO — CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) Student Government is leading the charge to encourage students to register, vote and become an active participant in their community. “I think it’s fantastic,” said Political Science Lecturer Tim Allison, J.D., who has been advising the…
EDC, SBDC: New Disaster Recovery Grants, Resources and Deadlines
FINAL DEADLINE FOR SBA LOW INTEREST LOANS- OCTOBER 15TH SBA LOW INTEREST LOANS– Low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) are available for businesses of all sizes and private nonprofit organizations. Qualified applicants may borrow up to $2…
CenCal Health: A Model of Managed Care in Santa Barbara County Since 1983
Marking Its 35th Year, the Health Plan Now Serves 1 in 4 Residents in Santa Barbara County, 1 in 5 in San Luis Obispo County. Recognized by Harvard for Innovating the U.S. Medicaid Program SANTA BARBARA — A 1983 experiment in health…
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…
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County Unveils New Brand Aimed at Volunteer Recruitment
Ventura County mentoring organization’s new brand look emphasizes the potential inherent in all children. VENTURA COUNTY — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County, along with more than 270 Big Brothers Big Sisters affiliates across the country, recently unveiled a new,…
First 5 Ventura County announces new Pritzker Fellow with a focus on families, infants and toddlers for a strong start in life
Elizabeth Majestic of First 5 Ventura County selected for prestigious national fellowship program, hired as new Director of Place-Based Initiatives VENTURA COUNTY — Elizabeth Majestic has been selected to join a dozen other community leaders nationwide for the inaugural cohort of the Pritzker…
El Concilio seeking nominations for 2019 Awardees
OXNARD — El Concilio Family Services is asking for nominations for the 30th Annual Latino Leadership Awards “ Making a Difference – Together we Thrive” scheduled for April 12th 2019. The awards will be given to Ventura County individuals, organizations or businesses that…
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…
Clinicas Del Camino Real, Inc. CEO Celebrates 40 years with Organization
VENTURA COUNTY — Roberto S. Juarez, Chief Executive Officer of Clinicas del Camino Real, Inc. (Clinicas), marked 40 years of service to the organization on September 11, 2018. The Clinicas Board of Directors will honor Mr. Juarez at an invitation-only gala…
Ventura County Wins Federal Opioid Response Grant
DOJ funds to expand Rx and Heroin Suppression OXNARD — The Ventura County Behavioral Health Department, in cooperation with the County’s Prescription Drug Abuse and Heroin Workgroup, announced (Oct. 5) that the County of Ventura has been awarded a competitive…
Bilingual report: LIVEWell Resource Guide Wins National Award
VENTURA — The Ventura County Area Agency on Aging’s LIVEWell resource guide earned recognition from the 27th annual National Mature Media Awards, which honors the nation’s best marketing, communications, educational materials, and programs produced for older adults. LIVEWell was established…
Housing Authority Announces New Section 8 Incentives for Landlords and Property Owners
SANTA BARBARA — Local landlords recently got a preview of the suite of all-new and ongoing incentives to participate in the Section 8 affordable housing program through the Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara (HACSB). Attendees of the…
Bilingual report: County of Ventura launches webpage for unclaimed property tax refunds
VENTURA — The Ventura County Auditor-Controller is pleased to announce a new webpage for Unclaimed Property Tax Refunds: https://www.ventura.org/auditor-controllers-office/unclaimed-property-tax-refunds. Taxpayers can access a listing of unclaimed property tax refunds and instructions on how to file a claim for a refund. Property tax…
Bilingual commentary: America: the Great Idea and Ideal
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Guest commentary: My recent articles on the Oxnard Civil ‘Gang’ Injunction
Editor’s note: Amigos805 welcomes 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. Armando Vazquez. By Armando Vazquez / Guest…
Calls intensify for California regulators to take action on chlorpyrifos. See Ventura County report here
Trump Administration stalls court-ordered ban of brain-harming pesticide See Ventura Chlorpyrifos & OP studies for estimates of the increase in autism and IQ-loss risks from chlorpyrifos use in Ventura County, based upon studies by University of California scientists. SACRAMENTO — The U.S.…
Ventura College Foundation Introduces A New, 2nd-Year Tuition-Free VC Promise Program
VENTURA — At its September 26 meeting, Ventura College Foundation board of directors approved funding for a second-year Ventura College (VC) Promise program where Ventura College students can have tuition costs of their second year of academic studies paid for…
First 5 Ventura County announces new Pritzker Fellow with a focus on families, infants and toddlers for a strong start in life
VENTURA COUNTY — Elizabeth Majestic has been selected to join a dozen other community leaders nationwide for the inaugural cohort of the Pritzker Fellows Program. The program aims to build a network of strong leaders nationwide who will lead community-based…
Housing Authority Residents Step Up at Community Voter Registration Drive
SANTA BARBARA — The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara (HACSB) and the League of Women Voters of Santa Barbara welcomed residents to a special voter registration drive on Sept. 25 as part of National Voter Registration Day.…
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…
CSUCI becomes first four-year university in California to be named a Bee Campus USA. See more CSUCI news here
CAMARILLO — A student plant enthusiast, a faculty bee expert and a campus sustainability staff member pooled their efforts and helped CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) become the first four-year university in California to be named a Bee Campus USA. The designation has been…
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…
Resource Families Needed in Lompoc: Our County. Our Kids Rises to the Call
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY — Youth in foster care all have one thing in common: They all need families to love and support them. Our County. Our Kids., a program of Santa Barbara County Department of Social Services, relies on resource…
Ventura County CAASPP Test Scores Released
VENTURA COUNTY — Ventura County students maintained their scores on the statewide California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) test, according to new data released by the California Department of Education. The percentage of Ventura County students who met…
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 — Museum of Ventura County Hosts Chicano Artists at Signing Event
VENTURA — The Museum of Ventura County will host local Chicano artists at a catalog release event, 5:30 to 6 p.m., Nov. 1, at 100 E. Main St., Ventura. The Ayer y Todavia catalog features the artwork of the 2017…
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 — Acuna Art Gallery and Cultural Center to present ‘Clay Coming to Life’
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, will feature three world renowned local artist Jacquie Biaggi, Lynn…
Nov. 2 — Museum Hosts ARTLIFE Panel Discussion
VENTURA — The Museum of Ventura County will host a panel discussion, 2 to 4 p.m., Nov. 2, on the history, experiences and contributions of ARTLIFE founder and publisher Joe Cardella at the Museum’s Martin V. and Martha K. Smith…
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 — 2018 Día de los Muertos Celebracion to be in Camarillo
CAMARILLO — The 2018 Día de los Muertos Celebration will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3 at Conejo Mountain Funeral Home, Memorial Park and Crematory in Camarillo. Presented by Conejo Mountain Funeral Home, Memorial Park and Crematory and the Inlakech…
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,…
Bilingual report: Nov. 4 — County Hosts Work Session to Discuss General Plan Update Alternatives Report and Policy Topics
VENTURA — The public is invited to attend the joint Ventura County Board of Supervisors/Planning Commission Work Session No. 4 on Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at 1:00 p.m., on the General Plan Update Alternatives Report. Staff will be presenting the Alternatives…
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. 7 — Acclaimed Poet, Playwright, Author and Activist, Cherríe Moraga to Speak at Santa Barbara City College
SANTA BARBARA — Cherríe Moraga, an internationally recognized poet, playwright, author and activist, will speak at Santa Barbara City College on November 7, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the Garvin Theatre. Moraga will be available for a book signing from…
Nov. 7 — Taking Action: Santa Maria event to focus on education to prevent sexual exploitation of children
SANTA MARIA — The problem of human trafficking is closer to home than people think. According to the FBI, San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego are three of the nation’s thirteen High Intensity Child Exploitation areas. The Santa Barbara…
Nov. 8 — Veterans Resource Center and Ventura College Foundation Honor Veterans And Active Duty Military At BBQ
VENTURA — The Ventura College Veterans Resource Center and Ventura College Foundation are inviting veterans, active military and their families to attend the third annual Ventura College Veterans Day Celebration and BBQ Thursday, November 8 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00…
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 — 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 — 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 — 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. 11 — Come celebrate 6 years of harvesting food and fighting hunger together!
SANTA PAULA — Agricultural abundance is the legacy of Southern California, and it’s what makes Food Forward’s work possible still today. That’s especially true in Ventura County, where our organization has flourished over the past 6 years, redistributing over 1 million pounds…
Nov. 11 — City of Oxnard celebrates Veterans Day with parade, ceremony
OXNARD — The community is invited to attend a free Veterans Day parade and ceremony to honor the sacrifices made by those who have served our country. This year’s event, on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018 will begin at 9:30 a.m. The…
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 — Living with Mental Illness: How We Can Help, What We Can Do
VENTURA — This Sunday, November 4th 11:30am in the Sanctuary of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Ventura. Join us for a presentation on Living with Mental Illness and, as family, friends, and members of a caring congregation, How We Can…
Nov. 14 — Dishwalla and Friends Unplugged – A Benefit Concert for Rockshop Academy
FestForums to host “Dishwalla and Friends Unplugged,” a Benefit Concert for Rockshop Academy SANTA BARBARA — Rockshop Academy, a non-profit program for local aspiring musicians from ages 10-17, has found a new sponsored host for their benefit fundraiser. Rockstock III was…
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. 14 — What Comes After High School for Students in Special Education? Resources Available at the 2018-19 ‘Transition Fair’ in Camarillo
CAMARILLO — It’s never too early to learn about resources for students with disabilities after high school. Help your high school student prepare for a quality adult life they envision by attending the Annual 2018-2019 Ventura County Transition Fair. This is…
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 — 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 — 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. 16 — SBCC presents Vetrepreneur Launch!
SANTA BARBARA — Calling all VETERANS: Don’t miss Vetreprener LAUNCH! Announcing NEW local support for Veteran business startup & growth Education • Mentors • Funding • Resources REGISTER NOW, Space is limited! FREE event with tasty catered treats! DID YOU KNOW… Veteran’s…
Nov. 16 — SBCC Invites Local Veterans to First Major Event for New Entrepreneurship Program: Vetrepreneur LAUNCH!
SANTA BARBARA — What do Nike, FedEx, and GoDaddy have in common? All three of these successful companies were started by US Veterans. Veterans looking to launch a business idea of their own can find valuable resources at Vetrepreneur LAUNCH!…
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. 18 — Bilingual report: Health Fair in Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA — A Health Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 227 N. Nopal St., Santa Barbara. Free health screenings, resource tables, entertainment, activities for the entire family. Click on…
Through Nov. 19 — Channel Islands Maritime Museum presents the exhibit ‘Remembering the War to End All Wars’
OXNARD — Called “The Great War” and more optimistically “The War to End All Wars,” World War I was an event that changed the world’s political map and the fabric of civilization. To honor the 100th anniversary of the end of…
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. 23 — CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) to hold Information Session
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — CASA Information Sessions for October 2018 Tuesday, November 27, noon – CASA office, 75 Higuera Street, Suite 180, San Luis Obispo Learn more about volunteer opportunities at CASA of SLO County by attending an Information Session – become an…
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. 26 — Ventura County Education Summit to be held in Camarillo
CAMARILLO — Mark your calendar for the Ventura County Education Summit from 8 a.m. to noon, Monday, 26, 2018 in Camarillo. Complimentary continental breakfast will be served at 8:00 am. This event will highlight the state of local education from preschool through higher education. Hear how…
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 — UCSB MultiCultural Center to present ‘Latin Fusion’
SANTA BARBARA — In conjunction with UCSB Library’s exhibition Nuestras Américas: An Exploration of Expressive Cultures in Latina and Latino America on exhibit during the fall quarter, please join us for a musical performance by Santa Barbara based band Latin…
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…
Nov. 30 — Free Job & Career Workshops in Oxnard
Location: West County America’s Job Center 2901 N. Ventura Rd., 3rd Floor, Oxnard 805-204-5171 November 29 – 10:00 a.m. – noon – Career Pathways to Success – Looking to seek new employment opportunities, but not sure where to start? Want…
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…
Dec. 1 — E.P. Foster Library to present ‘Mixtec: Tu’un Savi, The Language of the Rain’
Join us as Ventura County Library presents “Mixteco: Tu’un Savi, The Language of the Rain,” presented by Silvia Ventura Luna, M.A., at E.P. Foster Library on Saturday, December 1, at 3pm. VENTURA — As the city of Ventura celebrates the…
Dec. 1 — Unique SBCC Holiday Market To Feature 70 Local Artists
SANTA BARBARA — Unique, handmade treasures just in time for holiday shopping will be available at SBCC School of Extended Learning annual Arts & Crafts Fair on Saturday, Dec. 1. The event is held 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at…
Dec. 1 — First United Methodist Church announces its Fall and Winter events
SANTA BARBARA — First United Methodist Church announces its Fall and Winter events at 305 E. Anapamu St., Santa Barbara. Music performances taking advantage of the church’s splendid acoustics will include Santa Barbara Music Club FREE Saturday concerts, the West…
Dec. 1 — The Gift of Art: SBCC Art Instructor Carissa Luminess at Dec. 1 Arts & Crafts Fair
SANTA BARBARA — It’s easy to see why the No. 1 reaction to Carissa Joie Luminess’ watercolor work is, “This is so happy! It’s so joyful!” Inspired by the beauty of nature – flowers, birds, butterflies, all captured through vibrant…
Dec. 2 — Ag Museum Free First Sunday Features Ojai Raptor Center
SANTA PAULA — Learn more about the rescue, rehabilitation and release of birds of prey at the Museum’s Free First Sunday, Dec. 2 at the Ag Museum, 926 Railroad Avenue, Santa Paula. Bird ambassadors will be on hand and attendees…
Dec. 2 — Indulge in ‘Champagne and Shopping’ at the Santa Paula Art Museum. See other upcoming events here
Sunday, December 2, 2018, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission to the event is free for everyone. SANTA PAULA — The Santa Paula Art Museum’s annual holiday event, “Champagne and Shopping,” is back on Sunday, December 2, 2018, from…
BGCOP Honored as STEM Champion
VENTURA COUNTY — Celebrating science, technology, engineering and math, the Ventura County STEM Network recently presented the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme with this year’s STEM Champion Award for its ongoing work and commitment to…
Governor Signs Jackson Bill to Expand Paid Family Leave for Military Families
SACRAMENTO – Governor Brown signed legislation today by State Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) to expand California’s Paid Family Leave Program to cover the needs that arise when a military family member is deployed overseas. SB 1123 allows qualified employees to receive paid…
Museum of Ventura County update for Sept. 27 — Music, ARTLIFE, and First Friday at the Museum
Click here for more information 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…
Governor Signs Jackson Bill to Help Residents Fireproof Their Homes
SACRAMENTO – Governor Jerry Brown today signed legislation by State Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) to help homeowners pay for repairs that will make their homes more fire resilient. SB 465, the Wildfire Safety Finance Act, allows local governments to expand their Property…
Bilingual commentary: There But for the Grace of God…
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Bilingual report: City of Oxnard — Carnegie Art Museum Upcoming Exhibits
EXHIBITIONS: through – Nov. 18, 2018 World View / Cosmovisión Impactful visions of SoCal artists’ contemporary world views, featuring paintings, drawings, and photographs by: Abel Alejandre, Pável Acevedo, Val Echavarria and Ricardo Rodríguez. Alejandre’s incredibly rendered graphite and acrylic drawings…
County of Ventura to accept reservations for beach parks
VENTURA — The Board of Supervisors has approved a plan for County Parks to shift from a first-come, first-served policy to a reservations-only policy for its three beach parks (Faria, Hobson and Rincon) beginning November 1, 2018. This decision was driven…
Help needed to rebuild STEAM at El Centrito Family Learning Centers in Oxnard
OXNARD — Hello Friends & Family of El Centrito, We are writing today to let you know that a very sad thing happened to our STEAM Academy classrooms. The classrooms were broken into and vandalized. We are working closely with the…
US News & World Report ranks CSUCI among Top 25 Public Schools in the West
CAMARILLO — U.S. News & World Report has ranked CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) 21st in their Top Public Schools Regional Universities West division. U.S. News & World Report is a digital news and information company that ranks the nation’s colleges and universities each year…
Governor Signs Jackson’s Wildfire Prevention and Emergency Response Bills
SB 1260 helps reduce wildfire risk, SB 821 ensures residents are enrolled in emergency alerts, and SB 917 helps homeowners recover mudslides losses SACRAMENTO – Following years of catastrophic wildfires in California including the devastating Thomas Fire and subsequent Montecito debris…
Santa Paula Art Museum update for Sept. 24 — October Art Classes
SANTA PAULA ART MUSEUM JEANETTE COLE ART CENTER & COLE CREATIVITY CENTER OCTOBER ART CLASSES In addition to our one-time workshops and recurring classes, the Museum is offering two in-depth art series in October – one for adults, and one…
Carnegie Art Museum update for Sept. 21 — Building Blocks of Art through Oct. 27
Click here for the entire e-newsletter CAM EDUCATION Saturdays, September 22, October 6, 27 10:30 am-12noon ages 7-11 These art exploration classes help kids explore the tools artists use to build works of art from line to texture and…
Assemblymember Irwin and Attorney General Becerra Announce New Law to Strengthen California’s Protections for Service Members
SACRAMENTO – AB 3212 authored by Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (D-Thousand Oaks) will aim to expand consumer protections to active duty personnel stationed in the state. Attorney General Becerra sponsored the bill and worked closely with Assemblymember Irwin to shepherd it through the Legislature.…
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley Receive the 2018 League of E.A.G.L.E.S. Bronze Award Presented by the Boys & Girls Clubs of America
AGOURA HILLS — Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s National Headquarters based in Atlanta, Georgia honored the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley (BGCGCV) for achieving the 2018 League of E.A.G.L.E.S. Bronze Award. The award recognizes BGCGCV for achieving…
Bilingual report: Clerk-Recorder, Registrar of Voters Lunn Announces Plans for September 25 National Voter Registration Day Event
VENTURA — Ventura County Clerk–Recorder, Registrar of Voters Mark A. Lunn announced plans to host a National Voter Registration Day event on September 25, 2018, to register voters in Ventura County and encourage participation in future elections. Lunn stated, “The Statewide…
Bilingual commentary: The Storm in the Catholic Church
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Santa Barbara City College update for Sept. 20
Santa Barbara City College’s Community Newsletter West Campus Permaculture Garden Provides Fresh Organic Produce for the Food Pantry Big changes are taking root on the West Campus. The permaculture garden planted in 2015 has expanded and is thriving, with an…
Volunteers Take on Community Projects for 27th Annual Day of Caring
SANTA BARBARA — More than 1,100 volunteers picked up paintbrushes, shovels and whatever other tools they needed to improve and beautify the community Sept. 15 during United Way of Santa Barbara County’s (UWSBC) 27th Annual Day of Caring. Teams and…
McKinna Elementary School in Oxnard to break ground next month
OXNARD —After extensive planning, design, preconstruction work, and support from the community, the Oxnard School District will have a groundbreaking celebrating the reconstruction of McKinna Elementary School on Thursday, October 11, 2018. The event will take place at the school,…
Bilingual report: Enforcement of oversized vehicle parking ban in Oak View to begin
VENTURA — On June 19th, the County Board of Supervisors adopted an ordinance prohibiting the parking of Oversized Vehicles in Oak View. Sixteen signs have now been installed along Oak View streets and enforcement of the ordinance can begin. The…
Museum of Ventura County update for Sept. 19
Click here for more information 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…
Bilingual report: Ventura County Medical Examiner receives donation to increase body storage capacity
VENTURA — The Office of the Ventura County Medical Examiner has received a $24,500 donation from the Kaiser Permanente Foundation to increase the office’s body storage capacity in the event of a mass fatality incident or disaster. “The Medical Examiner…
Bilingual report: 3rd Annual Ventura County Behavioral Health Suicide Prevention Conference to be held Sept. 19 at Oxnard College
OXNARD — With suicide on the rise nationwide, how can we make a difference in our community? Keynote Speaker: Chris Hayes Retired NFL Player, Former Super Bowl Champion, Author and Motivational Mentor Workshops in English and Spanish: “Talk Saves Lives” training…
Bilingual report: Local Schools Encouraged to Participate in High School Voter Education Weeks
VENTURA — Ventura County Clerk-Recorder, Registrar of Voters Mark Lunn encourages local schools to participate in High School Voter Education Weeks. Lunn stated, “High School Voter Education Weeks provides an opportunity for educators to highlight the electoral process and build excitement among…
Hospice of Santa Barbara Recognizes Heroes of Hospice
SANTA BARBARA — Hospice of Santa Barbara (HSB) hosted about 340 guests for the 6th Annual Heroes of Hospice “Jewels by the Sea” Luncheon on Wednesday, September 12 at the Four Seasons Biltmore, Coral Casino. Each year, HSB recognizes the…
Miriam Schwab Estate Donates $12 Million to Ventura College Foundation; Largest Gift Ever To A Community College In Southern California
VENTURA — Ventura College Foundation, which provides financial support to students and programs of Ventura College, received $12 million from the estate of Miriam Schwab. It is the largest gift ever to a community college in Southern California according to…
Bilingual report: CHEERS TO 50 YEARS! The PACC Celebrates Milestone Anniversary with an Epic Kickoff on Sept. 24
OXNARD — The Oxnard Performing Arts Center (The PACC) is celebrating its 50th Anniversary by kicking off the new season with a community celebration on Monday, Sept. 24, 2018. Starting at 4 p.m. in the main courtyard, the public can enjoy…
Santa Paula Art Museum update for Sept. 16
Click here for more information SANTA PAULA ART MUSEUM JEANETTE COLE ART CENTER & COLE CREATIVITY CENTER Our best museum moments from the past week all come from the premiere of our newest exhibit, Sanctuary/Santuario: The 25th De Colores Art…