VENTURA — In partnership with the City of Ventura, the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, and the California Department of Business Oversight, Ventura County Community Development Corporation (VCCDC) is hosting its 6th Annual Homeownership & Community Resource Fair on Saturday,…
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Through June 30 — Beat the heat with summertime trivia, foodie fun and music at The Annex Food Hall
OXNARD — Summer fun is in full swing at The Collection at RiverPark as The Annex Food Hall gears up for a full month of events. The jam-packed June events calendar offers a variety of events highlighting The Annex Food Hall’s…
June 30 — Third time’s the charm as Hello Kitty Cafe Truck returns to The Collection at RiverPark
OXNARD — Back by popular demand, the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck returns to Collection at RiverPark for its third appearance on Saturday, June 30 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fans of all ages can delight in the Hello Kitty…
June 30 — Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara to hold reception for new exhibit: ‘Barry McGee’
Click here for the entire e-newsletter You’re Invited Join us at MCASB on Saturday, June 30 from 6 – 8 pm for a reception celebrating the opening of the new exhibition, Barry McGee. RSVP now! Image and logo courtesy The Artist Museum of Contemporary Art Santa…
Through June 30 — Two New Exhibitions Opening at Studio Channel Islands
CAMARILLO — The Black Board Gallery at Studio Channel Islands, 2222 East Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, is presenting two new exhibitions through June 30 featuring the work of east coast artists Gale Fulton Ross (Boston) and Linda Stein (New York). Inspired by…
Marjorie Luke Theatre update for April 29
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Upcoming Events La Bayadere Saturday & Sunday, May 5th & 6th 3:00PM The Goleta School of Ballet and Goleta Ballet Theatre present this ballet classic, which is full of love and intrigue with beautiful costumes,…
Jackson, Limón to Honor Ventura First Responders as Women of the Year
Honorees include Genevieve Flores-Haro, Associate Director for the Mixteco/Indigena Community Organizing Project VENTURA — In recognition of their bravery during the devastating Thomas fire, State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) and Assemblymember Monique Limón (D–Santa Barbara) will honor women first responders from Ventura County as 2018…
Bilingual report: Oxnard Cultural Arts Commission Accepting Grant Applications from Artists, Nonprofit Arts Organizations. Deadline is May 3
OXNARD — The city’s Cultural Arts Commission is accepting grant applications from Oxnard-based artists and nonprofit arts organizations through Thursday, May 3. Up to $170,000 in grant funding is available. Please see the attached application and additional information. Completed applications must…
Ventura County Fire issues annual notices to clear brush ahead of fire season
CAMARILLO — Thousands of letters have been sent to homeowners and property managers reminding them to clear 100 feet of brush away from properties near open land where wildfires may occur. More than 16,660 parcels will receive Fire Hazard Reduction Program…
Last Call to Submit Proposals for Development of Properties in Historic Downtown Oxnard. Deadline is May 11
OXNARD – Attention all developers! This is the last call to submit proposals to develop a mix of retail and residential properties in historic downtown Oxnard. The Oxnard Community Development Commission Successor Agency and the City of Oxnard are inviting developers…
Jackson Applauds Funding for Train Upgrades
Funding will improve timeliness, efficiency and reliability of commuter and intercity rail SACRAMENTO — State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) issued the following statement today commending the California State Transportation Agency for awarding significant funding for critical rail improvements, including $148 million to the Pacific…
10th Annual Mariachi Encuentro Fundraiser on Cinco de Mayo to Benefit Girls Inc. of Carpinteria
CARPINTERIA — Girls Inc. of Carpinteria will celebrate Cinco de Mayo with its 10th annual Mariachi Encuentro event, an evening filled with authentic Mexican food, music, and culture on Saturday, May 5h at the Girls Inc. of Carpinteria campus, 5315…
Clinicas Del Camino Real Inc. Recognized as HRSA National Quality Leader
VENTURA — For the second year in a row, Clinicas Del Camino Real, Inc. has been recognized as a National Quality Leader by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). Quality Leader recognition is based on performance information submitted annually through…
Bilingual commentary: The Last of the Truck Drivers
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Jackson Bill to Create Opt-Out Emergency Alert System Passes Senate Floor
SB 821 allows counties to automatically enroll residents in emergency alerts SACRAMENTO—Following the devastating fires last year, in which many residents were not signed up for their county alerts, a bill by State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) to create an opt-out emergency…
Museum of Ventura County update for April 26
Click here for more information Major funding for these programs is made possible by the City of San Buenaventura and the County of Ventura. Figure Drawing with artist Ryan Carr Join artist Ryan Carr from 6 to 8 p.m., May 1, for…
Judges Announced for April 27th Scheinfeld Center New Venture Challenge
NVC pitch competition will take place on Friday, April 27th SANTA BARBARA — Santa Barbara County student entrepreneurs have spent months, if not longer, preparing for the 8th Annual Scheinfeld New Venture Challenge. Now, it is time to meet the…
Bilingual commentary: Passage of SB 295 ensures safety of women working in California’s agriculture fields
To whom it may concern, My name is Gabriela Valencia and my partner Brandi Segovia and I are currently working on raising awareness surrounding policies that directly impact women working in the fields of Oxnard, California. As we are graduate students who…
Workshop Demonstrates How Aquatic Insects Provide Clues About Health of Local Watersheds
VENTURA — Local biodiversity conservation group Paso Pacifico hosted a unique workshop on April 14, giving science and nature lovers an up-close look at how to monitor water quality using aquatic insects, which serve as a simple yet effective indicator…
Ventura County Human Services Agency Partners with Blanchard Community Library to Provide After Hours Service
SANTA PAULA — The Ventura County Human Services Agency and Santa Paula’s Blanchard Community Library have launched a pilot program that brings County staff to the library facility during designated evening and weekend hours to provide public assistance services to…
10th Annual Conference for Social Justice in Education on April 21 will tackle juvenile offenders, schools as sanctuaries and yoga for traumatized youth
CAMARILLO — How do educators work with students worried about themselves or their parents being deported? Should schools serve as sanctuaries? What role can schools play in preventing juvenile delinquency? Can classroom yoga help traumatized youth? These are just a few…
Paso Pacifico Launches Million Tree Campaign to Combat Climate Change
VENTURA — Climate change is something that impacts people across the globe, and while the causes often grab the headlines, the solutions deserve attention as well. Ventura-based Paso Pacifico is launching an ambitious campaign to combat climate change this Earth…
Jackson to Honor Women First Responders as Women of the Year
SANTA BARBARA – In recognition of their bravery during the Thomas Fire, State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) will honor women first responders from Santa Barbara and Ventura counties as the 19th Senate District’s 2018 Women of the Year in separate ceremonies on April…
The Collection at RiverPark Welcomes Local Surf Boutique, Ahoy Surf
OXNARD — Locally owned and operated Ahoy Surf is pleased to announce the grand opening of their new location at The Collection at RiverPark. On Saturday May 12, customers are invited to stop by Ahoy Surf and enjoy various activities…
Bilingual report: Camarillo Hospice announces General Bereavement Spanish Speaking Support Group
CAMARILLO — Camarillo Hospice, a program of Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association, is presenting a General Bereavement Spanish Speaking Support Group Healing After the Loss of a Loved One. Our Spanish Speaking Bereavement Support Group is open to anyone who has experienced a loss…
Dr. Roger Rice Named Educational Leader of the Year
VENTURA COUNTY — Dr. Roger Rice, Deputy Superintendent for Student Services at the Ventura County Office of Education (VCOE), was honored today by the Ventura County Leadership Academy (VCLA) as its Educational Leader of the Year. Dr. Rice received his…
State Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson: Earth Day Endures
Click here for the entire e-newsletter A devastating oil spill off of our coast in 1969 gave birth to the first Earth Day. Nearly half a century later, Californians remain committed to protecting our environment. As we begin our Earth…
Sun, Fun… Career Advancement? SBCC Career Skills Institute Offers Accelerated Summer Options
Registration opens April 20 SANTA BARBARA — This summer, professionals and job seekers alike can make quick work of positioning themselves for career success, even while juggling work, life, and vacation. SBCC Career Skills Institute is tuition-free and will deliver…
Bilingual report: Downtown Oxnard to Become an Arts Hub
OXNARD — Downtown Oxnard is on its way to becoming an arts hub. The Oxnard City Council on Tuesday approved a five-year plan for a Downtown Oxnard Arts Hub, and agreed to appropriate $90,000 toward the installation of three iconic anchor…
Jackson and Atkins Bill Would Make California the First State to Require Women on Corporate Boards
Senate Bill 826 would require publicly held corporations to have one woman by 2019 and two or more after that SACRAMENTO — Legislation authored by State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) and Senate President Pro Tempore Toni Atkins (D-San Diego) to require gender diversity on corporate…
Ventura County Supervisors honor five environmental champions with Earth Day Awards
VENTURA — The Board of Supervisors honored five 2018 Ventura County Earth Day Awards recipients at their Tuesday, April 17, 2018 Board meeting. The awards honor individuals and organizations that go above and beyond to support sustainable living and environmentally…
United Way of Ventura County update for April 19
Click here for the entire e-newsletter President’s Message Dear Friends, I wanted to share with you a story of one of the many people who have received hardship assistance from the United Way Thomas Fire and Flood Fund. Erik’s story…
Carnegie Art Museum update for April 19
Click here for the entire e-newsletter April is National Poetry Month and last weekend’s Poetry at the Carnegie – The Jackson Wheeler Series was a celebration of the spoken word, a spectacular evening of talent featuring Patty Seyburn and Dian Sousa as well as…
Jackson Bill to Halt Trump’s Offshore Drilling Expansion Advances
SACRAMENTO – State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara)’s legislation to block the Trump Administration from expanding federal oil drilling off the California coast passed the Senate Natural Resources Committee last night on a 6 to 2 vote. Senate Bill 834 will ensure that pipelines…
The Collection celebrates awaited opening of modern Chinese restaurant, General Chow
OXNARD — The Collection at RiverPark is proud to announce that General Chow is now open. The highly anticipated grand opening of the modern Chinese restaurant will feature classic Chinese dishes like Honey Walnut Shrimp, Black Pepper Beef Mignon, Chow…
Oxnard College to celebrate 37th anniversary of Ballet Folklórico Mestizo — 2018 Spring Concert April 20 through 22
OXNARD — Please join us for the 37th Anniversary of an OC tradition ––Ballet Folklórico Mestizo. Directed by Matilde Sánchez, Professor, English, ESL, Dance, the Ballet Mestizo brings the sights and sounds of Mexico’s traditional dances and songs to Oxnard College…
Ventura County Judge Michele Castillo, former U.S. Second Lady Tipper Gore to receive honorary doctorates from CSUCI
CAMARILLO — The first Latina ever to serve on the Superior Court of Ventura County and the former Second Lady of the United States will receive honorary doctorates at CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) Commencement on May 19, 2018. Ventura County Superior…
UCSB’s El Centro Arnulfo Casillas set to mark 40 years as the heart of the Chicano/Chicana experience on campus
By Jim Logan • UCSB Few buildings at UC Santa Barbara are as deeply enmeshed in the fabric of student life as El Centro Arnulfo Casillas. The center of the Chicana and Chicano experience on the campus for 40 years,…
Rick Najera Launches Podcast to Highlight Inspirational Latinos, Diverse Voices
Latino Thought Makers Now Available on SoundCloud, the world’s leading social sound platform LOS ANGELES — Rick Najera’s inspirational talk show, Latino Thought Makers,highlighting Latino achievement and diverse voices, is now available on SoundCloud, the world’s leading social sound platform at www.soundcloud.com/latinothoughtmakers. Latino Thought…
Gold Coast Health Plan Hires Chief Financial Officer
Accomplished Health Plan Executive to Take the Financial Helm of Ventura County Medi-Cal Plan CAMARILLO — Gold Coast Health Plan (GCHP) announced today the hiring of Kashina Bishop as its new chief financial officer (CFO). “I’m excited to welcome Kashina to Gold Coast…
CenCal Health Celebrates Providers and the Community for 10 Years of Service in SLO County
CENTRAL COAST — CenCal Health, the healthcare provider for nearly 180,000 Central Coast residents, marked its 10th anniversary operating in San Luis Obispo County with an evening of celebration and community recognitions on March 28. Dr. Rene Bravo, M.D., F.A.A.P.…
SBCC Student Has Opportunity of a Lifetime as NASA Intern
SANTA BARBARA — While most her fellow Santa Barbara City College students are attending their spring semester classes here in Santa Barbara, Isabel Agundis, a Mechanical Engineering major, is enjoying an educational experience of a different kind: an internship at…
Museum of Ventura County update for April 13
Major funding for these programs is made possible by the City of San Buenaventura and the County of Ventura. Final Two Days! In High Style: The Photography of Neal Barr Don’t miss the final two days for In High Style: The Photography of Neal…
Santa Barbara Museum of Art update for April 13
Enjoy half-price admission in 2018! Exhibition Openings Richard Dunlap, Summer Nocturne, 1977. Tar paper with lacquer and silver leaf. SBMA, Gift of Friends of the Artist. Summer Nocturne: Works on Paper from the 1970s June 10 – September…
United Way of SBC Opening Relief Applications for Families, Individuals Impacted by Fire, Mudslides
SANTA BARBARA — United Way of Santa Barbara County (UWSBC) announced today that individuals and families affected by the Thomas Fire and/or January 9th floods can apply for direct financial assistance through the United Way Thomas Fire & Flood Fund…
Earth Day Organizers Announces Environmental Heroes: Oxnard water activist Florencia Ramirez & Ocean Conservationists SeaLegacy
Earth Day Organizers Announce 2018 Environmental Hero & Youth Award Recipients and Activities for a “Climate Resilient” Future. Legendary singer-songwriter Kenny Loggins to play and copresent awards with Congressman Salud Carbajal SANTA BARBARA — The Community Environmental Council (CEC) proudly announces the…
Bilingual commentary: Running Along Tops of Walls
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. By David Magallanes •…
Santa Paula Art Museum update for April 11
Click here for the entire e-newsletter SANTA PAULA ART MUSEUM Become a Member | Volunteer | Donate | Visit Our Website Register for Summer Classes at the Cole Creativity Center! In summer 2018, the Santa Paula Art Museum will launch a new Studio Art Program…
GranVida Sales Assistant Promoted to Director of Sales
GranVida Senior Living and Memory Care is Excited to Celebrate the Promotion of Sales Assistant Ashley Villarreal to Director of Sales CARPINTERIA — To further contribute to the ongoing success of GranVida Senior Living and Memory Care Community, Ashley Villarreal has…
Jackson’s Bill to Combat Workplace Sexual Harassment Passes Key Committee
SACRAMENTO — As more people come forward with their experiences of being sexually harassed by colleagues and bosses, State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara)’s legislation to fight sexual harassment in the workplace passed the Senate Labor and Industrial Relations committee today on a…
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley Accepting Registrations for the 2018 Spring Sports Leagues
AGOURA HILLS — The community is invited to register for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley’s Spring 2018 coed Jr. NBA Basketball League. The Sports Leagues are open to ages 3-12. The Jr. NBA Basketball League is held…
On Equal Pay Day, Jackson Announces Bill to Continue the Fight for Equal Pay
SB 1284 will ensure that California gathers equal pay data blocked by Trump SACRAMENTO – On Equal Pay Day, the day that represents how far into the next year women must work to earn what men did in the prior year,…
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley offer an Action-Packed Summer Experience…. Registration for Summer Camp has Begun
AGOURA HILLS — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley are gearing up to provide an action-packed, fun filled summer adventure for youth, ages 5-17 during the 2018 Summer Camp. Camp registration is now underway with early bird rates…
The Annex at The Collection at RiverPark Receives Accolade Recognizing Innovative Business Practices
OXNARD — The Annex at The Collection at RiverPark, a community minded public market showcasing 12 artisan micro-shops, is being honored for their contributions to the Oxnard community by receiving the Innovative Business of the Year Award from the Oxnard…
25th Annual Oxnard Salsa Festival Seeks Sponsors
OXNARD — Sponsorship applications are being accepted for the 25th Annual Oxnard Salsa Festival. The festival attracts over 40,000 attendees who love all things salsa–dance, music and food. The event is July 28 and 29, 2018 at Plaza Park, (Fifth…
Carnegie Art Museum update for April 10
Click here for the entire e-newsletter CURRENT EXHIBITION through – May 27, 2018 Black & White & In Between: Contemporary Art from the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation This exhibition features works by artists who have explored the formal, conceptual,…
Segue Career Mentors update for April 9
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Student comment: “The speakers motivated me to realize that I need to get good grades to get into good colleges and to then get into a good company. Helped me think about what…
Applications Available for High School and College Scholarships
VENTURA COUNTY — The Museum of Ventura County has announced the opening of the application process for its visual arts scholarships. These scholarships are available to any high school senior preparing to enter college in the fall of 2018 or…
Applications Available for Ventura County Junior Lifeguard Program
VENTURA COUNTY — Enrollment applications are now available to youth interested in participating in the Ventura County 2018 Junior Lifeguard Program. The Junior Lifeguard Program, sponsored by the Ventura County Harbor Department, offers youth 8 to 15 years of age…
KidSTREAM Expands Board of Directors
CAMARILLO — KidSTREAM, an emerging children’s museum, recently added three new members to its board of directors to help bring hands-on STEM learning, reading and the arts to the region’s children and families. New members Jena Mehrotra, Ph.D., Martha Martinez-Bravo,…
First-ever indigenous languages and literature conference at UCSB featured poets, writers and scholars
By Karen Lindell • UCSB “For my people the word is truth, feeling, memory, symbol of struggle, of resistance, of identity. To possess it and to re-create it is a way of knowledge, a form of communion with the sacred,…
Bilingual report: Mensaje del Presidente Enrique Peña Nieto referido a la relación entre México y los Estados Unidos de América
View this email in your browser “Hay algo que a todos, absolutamente a todos los mexicanos, nos une y nos convoca: La certeza de que nada, ni nadie, está por encima de la dignidad de México” — Presidente Enrique Peña Nieto…
Bilingual commentary: Our Choice: Fountain or Lagoon?
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. By David Magallanes •…
Staying active is one of the best ways to keep a body healthy
This April, the American Heart Association encourages small steps—actual steps—that lead to big gains to become Healthy For Good™ OXNARD — Last year, the American Heart Association (AHA) — the world’s leading voluntary organization dedicated to building healthier lives — encouraged…
Jackson Named Legislator of the Year for Her Work Supporting Veterans
SACRAMENTO –State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) will be recognized as the AMVETS 2017 Legislator of the Year today for her work supporting veterans in the criminal justice system. Her SB 725 (pre-trial diversion) was one of AMVETS’s top priority bills last year.…
Staying active is one of the best ways to keep a body healthy
This April, the American Heart Association encourages small steps—actual steps—that lead to big gains to become Healthy For Good™ SANTA BARBARA — Last year, the American Heart Association (AHA) — the world’s leading voluntary organization dedicated to building healthier lives — encouraged Americans to lace up their…
Spring Season Brings Changes to the Ventura County Certified Farmers’ Market Association
VENTURA — Spring brings fresh offerings and changes to the Ventura County Certified Farmers’ Market Association (VCCFMA). With the unpredictable weather over the last year, the season has changed and is affecting many of the fruits and their cycles. Farmers…
RISE Executive Director Named Woman of the Year by California State Legislature
Jennifer Adams Honored in Sacramento by Senator Bill Monning SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — In March, Senate Majority Leader Bill Monning honored Jennifer Adams as the 2018 District 17 Woman of the Year. Presented by the Legislative Women’s Caucus during Women’s History…
Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara update for April 3
Click here for the entire e-newsletter UPCOMING EVENTS EXHIBITIONS ON VIEW Cecily Brown: Rehearsal On view January 28 – June 3, 2018 MCASB Main Space Cecily Brown: Rehearsal, curated by Claire Gilman, Senior Curator at The Drawing Center, is the…
California Distinguished Schools Include Three in Ventura County
VENTURA COUNTY — Three Ventura County elementary schools are being honored as 2018 California Distinguished Schools by the California Department of Education. Schools that applied were eligible based on their performance and progress on the state indicators as described on…
Vote For Your “Fan Favorite” Band; Winner To Perform at 35th Annual California Strawberry Festival
OXNARD — Four talented bands are vying for the title of the California Strawberry Festival’s “Fan Favorite” in an online contest currently underway. The winner of the Fan Favorite Battle of the Bands Contest, chosen by the public, will receive…
Ventura Visitors & Convention Bureau update for April 1
Click here for the entire e-newsletter ? 6 Ways Dolphins and Venturans Are a Lot Alike ?by Linda Windsor 6. You’ll see them at some of the best surf spots, whether at Surfers’ Point or cruising Emma Wood State Beach ? 5. The…
May 3 — ‘NEVER AGAIN!’ — Rally Against Vagrant Crime & Inept Leadership
VENTURA — “NEVER AGAIN!” — Rally Against Vagrant Crime & Inept Leadership, 2 to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 3 at the Promenade, foot of California Street by the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Ventura. Motivated by the April 18 murder of Anthony Mele…
May 3 — ‘Crossings + Boundaries Talk: Borderwall as Architecture’
SANTA BARBARA — UCSB will present “Crossings + Boundaries Talk: Borderwall as Architecture” from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 3 at the McCune Conference Room, 6020 HSSB. Ronald Rael’s talk will reexamine what the 650 miles of physical barrier dividing…
May 4 — Take 5 and Read to Kids Campaign Kicks off
VENTURA — On May 4 at 10 a.m., more than fifty five celebrity readers will be reading to young children throughout Ventura County to kick off the third annual Take 5 and Read to Kids campaign. The impressive lineup of readers who have committed to taking…
May 5 — Playground Mobilization Community Impact Day in Oxnard
OXNARD — You are cordially invited to participate in the XI KAPPA OMEGA CHAPTER 1908 Playground Mobilization Community Impact Day 1 p.m. Saturday, May 5 at Rose Ave. Elementary School, 220 S. Driskill St., Oxnard. Restore and Renew Our Community Garden and…
May 5-6 — ‘Reconciliation’ is theme of CSUCI Spring Choral Spectacular
CAMARILLO — Conflict, peace and resolution are all mixed into the message of the May 5 and 6 performances of the Channel Islands Chamber Orchestra (CHICO) Spring Choral Spectacular, called “Reconciliation.” CHICO will perform with CSU Channel Islands’ University Chorus in the latest…
SPOTLIGHT: May 5 — Girls Inc. of Carpinteria to host Mariachi Encuentro
CARPINTERIA — This Cinco de Mayo, Girls Inc. of Carpinteria hosts its 10th annual Mariachi Encuentro event, an evening filled with authentic Mexican food, music, and culture. Guests will enjoy dinner and live entertainment, featuring Los Angeles-based Mariachi Garibaldi de…
May 6 — Special Performance of Off-Broadway Hit Love, Loss and What I Wore
SANTA BARBARA — Celebrating its 40th anniversary, Antioch University Santa Barbara hosts a one night only performance of the off-Broadway hit Love, Loss, and What I Wore to benefit AUSB scholarships and programs at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 6,…
May 6 — African Women Rising Hosts Goat Fest 2018: A Day of Family Fun in Montecito featuring Grammy-nominated Musical Guest Alphabet Rockers
SANTA BARBARA — Africa Women Rising will host Goat Fest 2018 to be held Sunday, May 6, 2018, from 2:00 – 5:00 PM in Montecito on the magical Oakleigh lawn. Headlining the event will be Grammy-nominated Alphabet Rockers. This whole-family event lets attendees experience aspects of…
May 8 — Father Greg Boyle to Speak at Garvin Theatre
SANTA BARBARA — Reverend Gregory J. Boyle, the founder and executive director of Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles, the world’s largest and most successful gang intervention, rehabilitation and re-entry program, will speak at SBCC’s Garvin Theatre on Tuesday, May 8…
Through May 10 — Oxnard College to present annual Juried Student Show
OXNARD — The McNish Gallery is pleased to present the 2018 Annual Student Exhibition. The exhibit includes a range of media taught in Studio Arts including drawing, painting, design and sculpture. The exhibit will be on display through May 10th with gallery hours, Mondays through Thursdays…
May 10 — Margarita Mix Off by Soroptimist International of the Conejo
THOUSAND OAKS — Are you ready for the ultimate “Margarita Taste Test”? Soroptimist International of The Conejo invites you to our seventeenth annual, Margarita Mixoff on May 10, 2018! This world class event will take place at The Gardens at Los…
May 10 — Camarillo Hospice presents ‘Healing Grief through Art’
CAMARILLO — Camarillo Hospice, A Program of Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association, is offering a six-week Healing Grief through Art Group on Thursday mornings from 10:00 am to 11:30 am. Group meeting date: May 10 Many of us do not talk…
Through May 10 — Museum of Ventura County Opens Please Write Back!
VENTURA — The Museum of Ventura County is pushing the envelope with its unique upcoming exhibit, Please Write Back! In the age of high-tech gadgets, we rarely receive the opportunity to handwrite letters. The Museum invites the public to come…
May 10 — Last OC LIVE: Ending w/ a Performative Bang!
Hello friends OC, The final Spring 2018 OC LIVE is here and we end with a real bang! The Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) department which includes DANCE, MUSIC, ART, THEATRE, COMMUNICATION STUDIES, and FILM/TV/ELECTRONIC MEDIA is putting on their SECOND ANNUAL department STUDENT showcasecalled “SOLID GOLD” on Thursday, May…
May 11 — Out of the Ashes: Healing in Story and Song
VENTURA — The Rubicon Harmonix and the Museum of Ventura County together will present “Out of the Ashes: Healing in Story and Song,” a unique program, May 11, that honors the shared losses of our community from the Thomas Fire,…
May 11 — Global E-Commerce Summit: Entrepreneurship in the New Era
BUELLTON — Join us for the 2018 Global E-Commerce Summit to learn from industry leaders how to assess your global ecommerce readiness, and how to navigate the journey from domestic product to exported product using global e-commerce best practices. Who…
May 11 — Local Businesses, Entrepreneurs Can Learn from Industry Leaders at Global Ecommerce Summit
BUELLTON — In 2017, worldwide retail e-commerce sales totaled $2.3 trillion. That number is projected to reach $4.88 trillion by 2021.* May is World Trade Month, celebrated worldwide, and the South Central Coast is on the map with international trade…
May 11 — Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care’s 17th Annual Mother’s Day Luncheon
DATE: Friday, May 11, 2018 TIME: 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM LOCATION: The Fess Parker- a Doubletree by Hilton Resorts soon to be Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort TICKETS: Cost & Registration Information TBA in April DESCRIPTION:…
May 11 — Line Dance Lessons With Kristal Lynn Konzen and Country Rockers Rebel Heart Headline Friday May 11 at Conejo Valley Days
THOUSAND OAKS — Make plans to put on your boots and fanciest cowboy hat and head over to Conejo Valley Days’ Golden Horseshoe stage, Friday, May 11 (Conejo Creek Parks South, Janss Rd./23 Freeway exit) in Thousand Oaks. The evening…
May 12 — 9th Annual Treasure Sale to benefit Puerto Rico hurricane victims to be held at First United Methodist Church of Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA — The Missions committee of First United Methodist Church of Santa Barbara will hold its 9th annual Treasure Sale, with all proceeds designated to aid the 100,000 Puerto Ricans still suffering from the impacts of Hurricane Maria, from 8 a.m.…
Through May 12 — ‘Burned, But Not Forgotten’ exhibit at Studio Channel Islands
CAMARILLO — Studio Channel Islands will present a new pop-up exhibit, “Burned, But Not Forgotten,” through May 12 at the Blackboard Gallery, 2222 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo. The exhibit shares photographs and video as seen through the lenses of two students from California…
May 12 — Mother’s Day Paint Night at Art Trek, Newbury Park
NEWBURY PARK — Join us for a Special Event: Mother’s Day Paint Night – Saturday, May 12th from 6:30pm-8:30pm at the Art Trek studio in Newbury Park, CA. Paint a gorgeous field of flowers for your loved one who takes…
May 12 — Allan Hancock College Concert Band will perform a Spring Pops Concert
SANTA MARIA — The Allan Hancock College Concert Band will perform a Spring Pops Concert on Saturday evening, May 12th, 2018 at 7:30 PM. The concert will feature an eclectic mix of musical selections including: The Star Spangled Banner, Mt. Everest, Concertino, Thine Alabaster…
May 12 — Boys & Girls Club of Santa Barbara’s 80th Anniversary Gala
SANTA BARBARA — On Saturday, May 12, from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Barbara will host their Annual Gala celebrating 80 years of helping kids and families in the Santa Barbara community. The event…
Through May 13 — Western Fun For The Whole Family at 62nd Annual Conejo Valley Days
THOUSAND OAKS — The 62nd Annual Conejo Valley Days (CVD), May 10 through May 13 at Conejo Creek Park South (23 Freeway/Janss Rd. exit) in Thousand Oaks celebrates the area’s western roots and community spirit. The four-day event features entertainment…
Through May 13 — Celebrate Mom At Centerpoint Mall With Great Gifts And Eclectic Eats
OXNARD — Celebrate mom at Centerpoint Mall with great gifts and eclectic eats at the more than 49 retail, specialty, entertainment and restaurants ranging from jewelry and fashion to confections and cards, among others. Centerpoint Mall is the popular destination…
May 14 — Fratelli – A Men’s Chorus Presents Its Spring Concert: “We Are One!”
SANTA BARBARA — Fratelli, A Men’s Chorus – Santa Barbara’s chorus of gay men and their allies – will present its highly anticipated Spring Concert – “We Are One!” – at 7:30 pm on Monday, May 14 at the First…
May 14 — Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care Bereavement Class – Memory Pillow Workshop
SANTA BARBARA — A workshop to create a pillow using a favorite button-down shirt or blouse to honor your loved one. No sewing experience necessary. Presented by Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care, Santa Barbara. Monday, 5/14, 1:30-3:30 PM *$10.00 materials fee requested. Facilitated…
Through May 16 — CSUCI Spring Library Lecture Series includes robots on Mars, cannabis commerce and family responsibility discrimination
CAMARILLO — Discrimination against employees who need to care for parents or kids is becoming more common, but largely unreported. Lindsey O’Connor, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Sociology will speak about this growing phenomenon in one of 19 free lectures in libraries…
Through May 16 — Hospice of Santa Barbara to present Volunteer Training 2018
Volunteer Training 2018 Hospice of Santa Barbara Do you have a heart to bring a supportive and caring presence the patients and families we serve? Join Hospice of Santa Barbara this spring for our volunteer training program, which begins Wednesday,…
May 17 — League of Women Voters of Ventura County (LWVVC) to sponsor forum for the Ventura County Supervisor District 4 Election
VENTURA — League of Women Voters of Ventura County (LWVVC), a nonpartisan political organization, is presenting a candidate forum for the Ventura County Supervisor District 4 election. This forum is free and open to the public and will be held on Thursday, May 17, 2018 from…
May 18 — $5 Friday: Community Art Night at Art Trek, Newbury Park
NEWBURY PARK — Bring friends and family to create art inspired by the world of pop art during our $5 Friday: Poptastic. $5 Friday is a wonderful community art night that offers five art stations of different materials; drawing, painting,…
Through May 19 — Clinicas del Camino Real Inc. celebrates 2018 National Women’s Health Week throughout Ventura County
VENTURA COUNTY — May 13-19th, Clinicas del Camino Real, Inc. will host events in honor of National Women’s Health Week! Women throughout Ventura County can visit any of the13 Clinicas Health Centers and participate in the FREE activities being offered.…
May 19-20 — Entertainment Lineup Announced for California Strawberry Festival 35th Anniversary Celebration
OXNARD — Bands from just about every musical genera from classic rock to reggae to funk to Latin will be performing at the California Strawberry Festival 35th Anniversary Celebration May 19 and 20 at Strawberry Meadows of College Park (3250…
May 19 — CSUCI Commencement will present honorary degrees for Former Second Lady Tipper Gore, Judge Michele Castillo
CAMARILLO — Former second lady of the United States Elizabeth “Tipper” Gore and Ventura County Superior Court Judge Michele Marie Castillo will speak at CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) Commencement on May 19, 2018. President Erika D. Beck will present Castillo with an…
May 19-20 — 35th Annual California Strawberry Festival
OXNARD — If you like strawberries, the 35th California Strawberry Festival has it all — from chocolate dipped strawberries to strawberry shortcake to even strawberry pizza. The festival is Saturday and Sunday, May 19 and 20 at Strawberry Meadows/College Park…
May 19-20 — Danielle Stacy Voted “Fan Favorite” Band; Will Perform at California Strawberry Festival 35th Anniversary Celebration
OXNARD — Balloting is over and singer/songwriter Danielle Stacy was voted the California Strawberry Festival 35th Anniversary Celebration’s “Fan Favorite.” Stacy was selected by the public in an online “Battle of the Bands” contest. As the winner, Stacy will receive…
May 19 — Ventura County Community Development Corp. to present free homebuyer workshop in Simi Valley
SIMI VALLEY – Ventura County Community Development Corporation (VCCDC) in partnership with the City of Simi Valley will host a free Homebuyer Workshop for those interested in learning how to successfully navigate through the complex home buying process. VCCDC is…
May 19 — Paso Pacifico’s 2nd Annual Turtle Friend Beach Party
Who: Paso Pacífico Where: Chase Palm Park Center 236 E. Cabrillo Blvd. Santa Barbara, CA 93101 When: Saturday, May 19th, 2018 1 – 4 pm Event Description: The Turtle Friend Beach Party is back! Have a great time for a…
May 19 — Quick Draw “Artists in Action” Fundraising Event at Art Trek, Newbury Park
NEWBURY PARK — Art Trek is hosting their first fundraiser. Quick Draw – “Artists in Action” – Saturday, May 19th from 6-10pm at their studio in Newbury Park, CA. An evening at Art Trek will always be a creative experience,…
May 19 — 2nd Annual ‘Turtle Friend’ Beach Party Fundraiser Coming to Santa Barbara May 19
OJAI — In April of 2015, two local 8-year-olds from Ojai invented a free app that gives turtle-lovers around the world the ability to watch, track, and protect sea turtles right from their phones. After less than one year of…
May 20 — 14th annual Rebozo Festival to be held at Camarillo Ranch
VENTURA COUNTY — Rebozo Festival, Inc., is pleased to announce the 14thannual Rebozo Festival, which will be held on Sunday, May 20, 2010, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Camarillo Ranch. About the Rebozo Festival: Formed in 2005, a small…
Through May 20 — Museum of Ventura County, CAPS Media, Ojai Valley Museum, and Ventura County Library announce recording sessions for “Thomas Fire: Our Story” Project
VENTURA COUNTY — The Museum of Ventura County, CAPS Media, Ojai Valley Museum, and Ventura County Library are collaborating to create a historical archive of the most devastating natural tragedy in county history. To this end, professional recording sessions will…
Through May 20 — Bilingual report: Teatro de las Américas to present ‘Stand and Deliver’
OXNARD — Stand and Deliver is next We have made a change in the dates we are on stage. Please note the new dates: Fridays May 4 & 11 Saturday May 12 Sundays May 6 and 13 You may also…
May 20 — Teen Leaders and Facilitators Lead Inspiring Workshop Hosted by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley
CALABASAS — In order to help empower young girls and to address real issues facing female youths today, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley and Innerstar Girl are hosting a one day conference on Sunday, May 20 from…
May 22 — CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) to hold Information Sessions
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — CASA Information Sessions for May 2018 Wednesday, May 9, 6:30 pm – Starbucks, 581 W. Tefft Street, Nipomo Tuesday, May 22, noon – CASA office, 75 Higuera Street, Suite 180, San Luis Obispo Learn more about…
Through May 22 — Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care Bereavement Class – Loss of Spouse or Partner
SANTA BARBARA — Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care Bereavement Class – Loss of Spouse or Partner. Presented by Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care, Santa Barbara. Six Tuesdays, through May 22, 2:00 – 3:30 PM Facilitated by Dairine Pearson, LCSW Call 805.690.6201 or…
May 24— Syrah & Silk Painting Workshop at Art Trek, Newbury Park
Syrah and Silk Painting Thursday, May 24th from 6:30-9:00pm $40 per person *Attendees must be 21 or older An evening of Creativity, Color and Fun! Grab your spouse for a date night or a group of friends for an evening…
Through May 29 — Hospice of Santa Barbara to Hold Volunteer Training 2018
SANTA BARBARA — Do you have a heart to bring a supportive and caring presence the patients and families we serve? Join Hospice of Santa Barbara this spring for our volunteer training program, which begins Tuesday, April 24th and will…
Through May — The Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History is where the Wild Things are
SANTA BARBARA — Local art lovers have an opportunity to get wild at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. Over 30 rare and beautifully hand-colored lithographs of North American mammals by famous artist and naturalist John James Audubon are…
Bilingual report: State Sen. Jackson Honors Cesar Chavez
SACRAMENTO – In advance of what would have been Cesar Chavez’s 91st birthday tomorrow, State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) released the following statement honoring the labor organizer for his contributions to social justice: “Cesar Chavez dedicated his life to improving the…
Paso Pacifico Empowering Nicaraguan Women to Build a More Sustainable Future
VENTURA — Women’s History Month is often celebrated by reflecting on significant achievements from the past, but for one group of women in the coastal town of El Ostional, Nicaragua, the focus is squarely on the future. In Nicaragua, as…
Marjorie Luke Theatre update for March 30
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Upcoming Events Three Revolutions: Steering Automated, Shared, and Electric Vehicles to a Better Future Thursday, April 5th 7:00pm The Marjorie Luke Theatre, The Community Environmental Council (CEC), and COAST Santa Barbara present “Three Revolutions: Steering Automated,…
Museum of Ventura County update for March 29
Major funding for these programs is made possible by the City of San Buenaventura and the County of Ventura. Free Family Spring Fling Hop into spring with a fun community celebration, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday,March 31, as the Museum of…
Carnegie Art Museum update for March 29
Click here for the entire e-newsletter The Museum will be CLOSED tomorrow Friday, March 30th in observance of Cesar Chavez Day and Sunday, April 1st for Easter. Happy Holidays! CURRENT EXHIBITION through – May 27, 2018 Black & White…
Bilingual commentary: Ruining Our Children
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. By David Magallanes •…
Easter Shoppers Will Spring Into Action For These Specials At Centerpoint Mall
OXNARD — Easter shoppers will spring into action for these specials at Centerpoint Mall at the more than 49 retail, specialty, entertainment and restaurants ranging from jewelry and perfumes to candy and fashion accessories, among others. Centerpoint Mall is the…
Gold Coast Transit District Introduces Mobile Ticketing
OXNARD — Gold Coast Transit District (GCTD) has launched a mobile ticketing application pilot in partnership with Token Transit that gives customers a new and cashless fare payment choice. As part of GCTD’s commitment to providing a better customer experience,…
CSUCI Student Affairs earns national recognition for the fifth consecutive year
CAMARILLO — For the fifth consecutive year, CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) has placed among the 2018 Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs. The recognition comes from a national publication on higher education and diversity called “Diverse: Issues in Higher Education.” CSUCI…
EDC-VC update for March 28
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Chairman’s Message Chris Meissner One of my priorities as 2018 Chair will be to work closely with Bruce Stenslie as the EDC-VC enhances communication and support for the growing network of organizations and…
Camarillo Hospice Announces New Service: Grief Support in Spanish
CAMARILLO — Camarillo Hospice, a Program of Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association, is now offering individual, couple, and family counseling in Spanish for those grieving the death of a loved one, Camarillo Hospice will offer two Spanish General Bereavement Groups…
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County (BBSVC) recognizes Steven M. Greenwood for Community Honor
VENTURA COUNTY — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County (BBSVC) is proud to recognize Mr. Steven M. Greenwood for his many ongoing contributions to the agency, which have ranged from the generosity of annual giving, to his prior service…
Bilingual report: City of Oxnard Information Technology College Internships Now Open
OXNARD — The City of Oxnard is inviting students to enroll in an Information Technology (IT) internship program offered through the Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD). View video here. The City of Oxnard Internship Program, now in its second…
Free Carnival Ride Tickets Offered Through Conejo Valley Days’ “Read & Ride”
CONEJO VALLEY — For the fourth year, Conejo Valley Days (CVD) is offering free carnival ride passes for students who take part in its “Read & Ride” literacy program. CVD, in conjunction with carnival operator Kastl Amusements, is encouraging kids…
New Hope for Treating Pain, Concussion, Depression, Migraines, and More
SANTA BARBARA — The TheraMind Center of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce the expansion of its hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) services with the addition of a second mild HBOT (mHBOT) unit designed to allow patients with movement or pain…
CSUCI staff member wins national award for Undocumented Student Ally Training program
CAMARILLO — CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) staff member Martha Zavala Perez has received national recognition for her leadership role in the creation of a formal Undocumented Student Ally Training Program. Zavala Perez, who is the Coordinator of Underrepresented Student Initiatives, was awarded…
Limón And Jackson Legislation Opens Critical Access to Mental Health Services at Vista Del Mar Following Thomas Fire Damage
SACRAMENTO — Assembly Bill 417, authored by Assemblymember Monique Limón (D – Santa Barbara) and co-authored by State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara), was signed by Governor Brown today. “Vista Del Mar is a critically important provider of BOTH inpatient and outpatient mental health…
2018 California Strawberry Festival Seeks Submission for Berry Blast Off Recipe Contest
OXNARD — The 35th Annual California Strawberry Festival is seeking those with a love of strawberries and an artistic culinary flair to enter its “Berry Blast Off Recipe Contest.” Submissions must be original, non-baked, sweet or savory-tasting strawberry dishes. Entries…
Law Firm Ferguson Case Orr Paterson Moves Westlake Office to New Location
WESTLAKE VILLAGE — Ferguson Case Orr Paterson LLP (FCOP), Ventura County’s largest law firm, recently announced it moved its Westlake Village office to a new location, 4550 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Suite 250, in Westlake Village. Since 1982, FCOP has…
California Strawberry Festival’s 35th Anniversary Celebration Offers Special Discounts to Groups of 20 or More
OXNARD — Plan a group outing to the California Strawberry Festival’s 35th Anniversary Celebration, May 19 and 20, and enjoy special ticket discounts. The annual event at Strawberry Meadows of College Park in Oxnard celebrates all things strawberry. Now through…
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley Announce Youth of the Year Winners
CONEJO VALLEY — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley recently held its annual Superstars of the Year Celebration which recognizes local youth and volunteers who have made a contribution to the Boys & Girls Clubs. The Youth of the Year…
Foster VC Kids: urgent need for homes for children and teens, especially in the cities of Oxnard and Ventura
VENTURA COUNTY — Foster VC Kids, a program of Ventura County’s Children and Family Services, has launched a new initiative – What does home mean to you? – to raise awareness and educate the public about the increased and immediate…
25th Annual Oxnard Salsa Festival Seeks Vendors
OXNARD — Vendor applications are now being accepted for the 25th Annual Oxnard Salsa Festival, July 28-29, at Plaza Park, Fifth and “B” Streets in downtown Oxnard. The festival celebrates everything salsa…the food, music and dance. An estimated 40,000 people…
Carnegie Art Museum update for March 23
Click here for the entire e-newsletter CURRENT EXHIBITION through – May 27, 2018 Black & White & In Between: Contemporary Art from the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation This exhibition features works by artists who have explored the formal,…
El Consulado de Mexico en Oxnard to hold forum on DACA on March 22
OXNARD — El Consulado de Mexico en Oxnard to hold forum on DACA from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 22 at Haydock Academy, 601 Hill St., Oxnard.
Bilingual commentary: The Humble Cactus
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. By David Magallanes •…
Ventura County School Status for Friday, March 23
VENTURA COUNTY — The following Ventura County public schools and districts have announced they will reopen for normal operation on Friday, March 23: Santa Paula Unified School District Ventura High School, DATA Middle School and Loma Vista Elementary School Ojai Unified School District Briggs…
Consulmex Oxnard — Información de la tormenta / Storm Information
View this email in your browser AVISO A LA COMUNIDAD Ante las fuertes lluvias en el área entre los condados de Ventura y Santa Barbara, California, el Consulado de México en Oxnard se mantiene en contacto con las autoridades…