Category: News

July 15 — Oxnard Film Society to present ‘RUN LOLA RUN’

Lola (Franka Potente) answers a call from her boyfriend Manni (Moritz Bleibtru), a small-time courier for a big-time gangster. He has a problem: His boss is coming to pick up 100,000 Deutsche Marks in twenty minutes, and he doesn’t have the money. With Manni’s life on the line, Lola runs through the streets of Berlin to reach him and somehow pick up 100,000 marks along the way, making split-second decisions and encountering acquaintances, family, and strangers. As the clock ticks down, the tinies choices become life-altering (or life-ending), and the fine line between fate and fortune begins to blur.

July 17 — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Join WEV for the Uplift Central Coast Community Meeting

Women’s Economic Ventures (WEV) will share the progress of Uplift Central Coast’s work over the past two years and unveil the strategies Uplift Central Coast plans to present to the State for funding future projects across the Central Coast.

July 17 — District 216 to present Kayla Silber’s ‘Storytelling Through New Media (Augmented Reality)’

My passion for the arts began at the ripe old age of 2, when I began occupying myself for hours creating complex architectural structures out of color-coordinated building blocks.

Competing passions for acting, dancing, and singing manifested themselves slightly later in life at the age of 4 though my brilliant living room portrayals of Jennifer Beals in Flashdance, with whom I was obsessed.

July 18 — Cottage Health to Host FREE Virtual Meet the Doctor: Advances in Minimally Invasive Valve Treatment— Expertise, Research and Breakthrough Care

SANTA BARBARA — The Cottage Heart & Vascular Center presents a FREE Virtual Meet the Doctor event on Thursday, July 18, from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m., featuring interventional cardiologist and structural heart specialist Dr. Joseph Aragon, MD, FACC, FSCAI who will provide valuable insights on advances in valve replacement.

Dr. Aragon will discuss how advances in valve replacement have significantly improved the diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life for patients with heart disease. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), the MitraClip procedure for mitral valve repair, and the latest breakthrough in valve repair, the TriClip.

The session will conclude with a Q&A segment, providing participants with the chance to have their questions answered by Dr. Aragon.

July 19 — UCSB Arts & Lectures presents 50 First Dates at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Garden

Friday nights under the stars! Arts & Lectures’ annual FREE summer film series continues for 2024 with Sun, Surf and Cinema, seven nights of beach-inspired movies under the stars SUMMARY UCSB Arts & Lectures’ Sun, Surf and Cinema FREE summer…

July 19 — NOAA Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary Advisory Council to hold public meeting

Meeting highlights will include a presentation from the Chumash Community working group on recent events, a presentation on the Council on Ocean Affairs, Science and Technology at CSU Channel Islands, a discussion about the Advisory Council working groups, which include members of the public, and more!  

July 20 — MVC’s Members-Only Artists and Amplifiers Fête

VENTURA — In honor of our 2024 Bonita C. McFarland Scholarship for the Visual Arts award winners (view awardees HERE) , this garden fête and award ceremony will feature live music, specialty mocktails, a silent auction, remarks from MVC’s Chief Curator, private after-hours tours of the galleries, and a chance to meet the artists of InnoVision, MVC’s newest exhibition. 

Registration is free and open to MVC members and invited guests only. This is an all-ages event. Membership will be confirmed for all registrations. To purchase or renew your MVC membership, please visit: www.venturamuseum.org/membership. Dress to impress!

MVC Members Register Here

Made Possible in part by Aera Energy

July 20 — Santa Barbara Museum of Art to present performance of ‘Carrot Revolution’

The Music Academy of the West’s Arancia Quartet, made up of 2024 String Quartet Seminar fellows Miyabi Henriksen, violin; Steven Song, violin; Sheng-Chieh Jason Lan, viola; Shijie Ma, cello perform Gabriella Smith’s Carrot Revolution. The piece—originally commissioned by an art museum—is a patchwork of Smith’s wildly contrasting influences, unexpected juxtapositions, and intersecting planes of sound, celebrating the spirit of fresh observation.

July 20 — Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara to present ‘Sangre de Nopal’

You are invited to the opening celebration of the exhibition Sangre de Nopal/Blood of the Nopal: Tanya Aguiñiga & Porfirio Gutiérrez en Conversación/In Conversation. New commissions and existing work from fiber artists Tanya Aguiñiga and Porfirio Gutiérrez will be featured alongside Oaxacan textiles from the Fowler collection.

In the spirit of Guelaguetza, the Zapotec word for offering or reciprocity, the evening celebration will include an Indigenous welcome, live performance by Filarmónica Maqueos Music, and exhibition preview.

July 20 — Ventura County Family Justice Center to honor three local heroes at annual Gala

The Gala will honor three local heroes: Dr. Thomas Duncan, the Honorable Brian J. Back, and the Ventura County Community Foundation. The theme, Voices of Hope, shines a light on, and raises money for, victim support to improve the lives of those impacted by family violence and trauma in Ventura County. The evening will be filled with inspiration, education, music, a live auction, dinner, and more. For tickets and sponsorship opportunities, please visit https://www.vcfjcfoundation.org/

July 20 — Voices of Hope Gala to raise support for children’s camp and mentoring program

“Our Gala’s theme is centered around Hope and the funds we raise will provide support to victims of trauma to help end cycles of abuse and introduce hope into their lives with resources, programs and community” said Vanessa Melendrez Jimenez, Executive Development Officer of Ventura County Family Justice Center Foundation.

July 23 — Bilingual report — Scoop up Safety: Join Ventura Police for ‘Cones with a Cop’ at Coastal Cone

VENTURA — The Ventura Police Department invites the community to enjoy ice cream, shakes, floats, and friendly conversation at ‘Cones with a Cop.’ This sweet summertime event will be hosted on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, from 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.…

July 23 — Bilingual report — Ventura Police to host electric bicycle educational workshop

“E-bike safety, reckless riding, and enforcement have become a significant concern for our community, and we want to address these issues head-on,” said Chief Darin Schindler. “This workshop is an opportunity for residents to learn more about the safe and legal use of electric bicycles and to engage with our officers on these important issues. We are committed to ensuring the safety of all road users and fostering a culture of responsible e-bike use in Ventura.” 

July 23 — CSU Channel Islands professor Frank J. Barajas to give presentation ‘Destruction and Renewal in La Colonia’

Join CSU Channel Islands professor Frank J. Barajas as he discusses a civil uprising in the Colonia neighborhood on the early 1970s at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 23 at the Colonia Branch Library, 1500 Camino del Sol No. 26.

July 25 — Allan Hancock College to debut new piano during ‘Midday Mini-Concert’

ANTA MARIA — Allan Hancock College is inviting community members to see and hear the newest addition to the college’s Boyd Concert Hall: a world-class concert piano.

The instrument, a Steinway Model D concert piano, is the overwhelming choice of the world’s greatest pianists and will make its debut during a Festival Mozaic Midday Mini-Concert at Boyd Hall in the college’s Fine Arts Complex (bldg. F) on July 25 from 12-1 p.m.

July 26 — UCSB Arts & Lectures presents Blue Crush at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Garden

SANTA BARBARA — Get ready to make waves this summer with UCSB Arts & Lectures’ 2024 FREE summer films line-up: Sun, Surf and Cinema. The program continues with Hawaiian surf and romance in Blue Crush at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Garden on Friday, July 26 at 8:30 pm.  Enjoy pre-screening festivities including a live set by DJ Darla Bea, raffle prizes and more.

July 25 — Grammy Award-winning composer and musician Ted Nash in collaboration with SBCC’s Summer Jazz program to perform at SBMA

Enjoy jazz composed and performed by students in SBCC’s Summer Jazz program in a collaborative workshop with Grammy Award-winning composer and musician Ted Nash.

Inspired by works in the current exhibition A Legacy of Giving: The Lady Leslie and Lord Paul Ridley-Tree Collection and Lady Leslie Ridley-Tree’s love of music and support of education.

July 25 — Free Author Talk in SLO – WWII History with Marie Silva Vallejo, ‘Dauntless: 1st and 2nd Filipino Infantry Regiments, U.S. Army’

Join us in welcoming WWII historian and author, Marie Silva Vallejo for a FREE Author Talk on her book “Dauntless” on July 25th at the SLO Vets Hall, located at 801 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401.

Vallejo’s father served in the 1st and 2nd Filipino Infantry Regiments in the U.S. Army and the First Reconnaissance Battalion created by President Roosevelt. These units trained at military camps across the Central Coast of California, including Camp San Luis Obispo.

July 28 — A Taste of Camarillo Wine, Brew & Food Festival Premiere Charity Event in Ventura County

CAMARILLO — The Meadowlark Service League is hosting A Taste of Camarillo Wine, Brew & Food Festival this year on Sunday, July 28, from Noon – 4:30 pm, at the Camarillo Ranch.  Exhibitor & Vendor spaces are already filling up for the region’s longest-running Wine, Food, and Brew Festival. 

Through July 28 — CLU’s Kingsmen Shakespeare Company performs ‘Romeo and Juliet’ and ‘Much Ado About Nothing’

THOUSAND OAKS — It’s “The Season of Love” this summer as the Kingsmen Shakespeare Company performs two of William Shakespeare’s most beloved plays: “Romeo and Juliet” and “Much Ado About Nothing.” The comedy “Much Ado About Nothing” kicks off the 27th Annual Shakespeare Festival with performances through July 7; “Romeo and Juliet” follows from July 12–28. All performances are at 8 p.m., Friday through Sunday.

This is the first time since 2012 that the nonprofit, professional theatre company of California Lutheran University has produced these two plays.

Aug. 2, 3, 4 — Ventura Music Festival announces upcoming events including performance by Perla Batalla (Aug. 2)

Perla Batalla

Friday, August 2, 2024
7:00 PM
Ventura College PAC

A festival favorite returns! Singer-songwriter Perla Batalla earns critical acclaim for her distinctive voice, emotional honesty, and culture-merging compositions.

Aug. 3 — Bilingual report — Allan Hancock College to host one-day fire camp for women

Women who sign up for this event will have the opportunity to work with staff from Hancock’s fire technology program and the college’s state-certified Fire Academy. Several female Hancock College Fire Academy graduates, who are now professional firefighters, will be on hand to share their knowledge and experience. Participants will take part in various team-building exercises and hands-on training with the techniques and equipment used by firefighters.  

Through Aug. 3 — Music Academy of the West Kicks Off 2024 Summer Music Festival

SANTA BARBARA — The Music Academy of the West, now in its 77th season, inspires artists and concert-goers alike with the 2024 Summer Music Festival themed “The Magic of Music.” The Festival showcases talented young musicians and outstanding teaching and guest artists in a wide array of one-of-a-kind performances, chamber concerts, public masterclasses, and competitions.

Aug. 7 — County of Ventura to host Career & Resource Expo

VENTURA — The County of Ventura invites the public to the Career & Resource Expo on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event and parking are free. The expo will be held in the main courtyard of the Ventura County Government Center, located between the Hall of Administration and the Hall of Justice.

Attendees will be able to explore a wide array of career opportunities in fields such as County administration and support, engineering, environmental protection, planning, agriculture, health care, law enforcement, public safety, public works, recreational services, technology, and more.

Aug. 7 — The Collection at RiverPark in Oxnard announces upcoming Summer events

Get ready to kick off some serious fun at our Summer Kids Club Series, right here at The Collection at RiverPark! Mark your calendars for Wednesday August 7th, all from 10:30 AM to 12 PM! Gather up the kiddos, pack your favorite picnic blanket, and head over to Collection Park for a morning jam-packed with excitement.

Aug. 8 — Santa Barbara Museum of Art to present docent recruitment reception

If you have a passion for art and are interested in serving the community, the SBMA Docent Program is a rewarding and supportive environment to learn and have fun. Volunteer docents engage with visitors of all ages through guided tours to make works of art accessible to everyone. An art background is not required.

Aug. 9 — UCSB Arts & Lectures presents The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Garden

SANTA BARBARA — Get ready to make waves this summer with UCSB Arts & Lectures’ 2024 FREE summer films line-up: Sun, Surf and Cinema. The program continues with Wes Anderson’s 2004 film The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou starring Bill Murray and an all-star cast at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Garden on Friday, August 9 at 8:30 pm. Enjoy pre-screening fun including a live DJ set from Val Mar Records, raffle prizes and more.

Aug. 10 — California Nature Art Museum in Solvang to free End-of-Summer Family Day

SOLVANG — The California Nature Art Museum (calnatureartmuseum.org) in Solvang will hold its annual free-admission, End-of-Summer Family Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10. This event invites visitors to bring the whole family and enjoy free admission to the Museum and participate in a variety of art-and-nature inspired activities. 

Aug. 13 — Bilingual report — Ventura Police host community presentation on military equipment use

“We recognize the value of keeping communication open and want to reaffirm our commitment to transparency, accountability, and professionalism by providing this information to our community,” said Chief Darin Schindler. “Our goal is to ensure residents are well-informed about how these resources are utilized to protect public safety.”

Aug. 14 — Cottage Health to Host Blood Drive in August

SANTA BARBARA — To bolster local blood supply and contribute to the community’s well-being, Cottage Health, in partnership with Vitalant, is hosting a blood drive in August.

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

10a.m.-1p.m.
400 W Pueblo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 The Vitalant Bloodmobile will be parked at the hospital main entrance at Castillo and Pueblo.

Register at cottagehealth.org/sbblooddrive

Appointments are recommended. Please visit the provided links to secure your appointment.

Aug. 15 — Ventura County Fire Dept. to dedicate new headquarters in Thousand Oaks

THOUSAND OAKS — The Ventura County Fire Department will dedicate its new headquarters at 2400 Conejo Spectrum Street in Thousand Oaks on Aug. 15, starting at 10 a.m.

Reporters and photographers are invited to cover the event, which will include remarks from Fire Chief Dustin Gardner and elected officials from Ventura County and the City of Thousand Oaks, followed by a ribbon-cutting and tour of the facility.

Aug. 16 — UCSB Arts & Lectures presents Mamma Mia! at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Garden

SANTA BARBARA — Get ready to make waves this summer with UCSB Arts & Lectures’ 2024 FREE summer films line-up: Sun, Surf and Cinema. The program continues with the smash hit ABBA musical Mamma Mia! at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Garden on Friday, August 16 at 8:30 pm. Enjoy pre-screening festivities with KLITE’s Catherine Remak, enter to win raffle prizes, and more. Costumes are encouraged.

Aug. 17 — Bilingual report — Join SBCC’s School of Extended Learning for an OPEN HOUSE!

SANTA BARBARA — Join SBCC’s School of Extended Learning for an OPEN HOUSE! from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17 at SBCC Extended Learning Wake Campus at 300 N. Turnpike Road, Santa Barbara.

Get help with registration while enjoying free giveaways, food, face painting and more! 

The event is free and open to all.

Aug. 18 — Ventura Harbor Village Welcomes Back Canine Adoption and Rescue League’s Pooch Parade

VENTURA — Get ready to bring your best four-legged friends to the 24th Annual Canine Adoption and Rescue League (C.A.R.L.) Pooch Parade. This year’s theme, “Fun, Sun, Sand, and Supporting Rescue Dogs!” invites registered walkers to walk with their dogs individually or as part of a team while wearing beach attire. Join us at Ventura Harbor Village, 1583 Spinnaker Drive, on Sunday, August 18, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Event Details.

Aug. 18 — Flying Goat Cellars in Lompoc to host ‘Pinot & Polo’ at La Herradura Polo Club

LOMPOC — Join Flying Goat Cellars, located in Lompoc, California’s Wine Ghetto for “Pinot & Polo” at La Herradura Polo Club on Sunday, August 18, from 9:30 AM -Noon at La Herradura Polo Club.

For the grand finale of Wine & Fire Weekend, all are welcome to experience Club Chukkers with Pinot & Bubbles poured field side by winemaker Norm Yost under the shade of tents. Flying Goat Cellars is La Herradura Polo Club MVP Sponsor this season. Co-owners Norm and Kate invite wine enthusiasts to be their guest at La Herradura Polo Club, located at 3720 Baseline Ave. in Santa Ynez.

Aug. 19 — Oxnard Film Society to present ‘Green Border’

In the treacherous and swampy forests that make up the so-called “green border” between Belarus and Poland, refugees from the Middle East and Africa are lured by government propaganda promising easy passage to the European Union. Unable to cross into Europe and unable to turn back, they find themselves trapped in a rapidly escalating geopolitical stand-off. An unflinching depiction of the migrant crisis captured in stark black-and-white, this riveting film explores the intractable issue from multiple perspectives: a Syrian family fleeing ISIS caught between cruel border guards in both countries; young guards instructed to brutalize and reject the migrants; and activists who aid the refugees at great personal risk.

Aug. 21 — CSUCI’s ‘AI Basecamp’ to explore the impact of Artificial Intelligence on education and regional workforce

“We’re calling it a base camp (as opposed to a summit) because as far as AI has come in such a brief period of time, it still feels like a moment where we’re just beginning,” said Assistant Vice President of Digital Learning Lorna Gonzalez. “An event like this is meant to bring our community together to hear about what’s happening regionally and to have a shared experience about something that has been highly disruptive and will continue to be.”

Through Aug. 23 — UCSB Arts & Lectures and the Santa Barbara County Office of Arts & Culture present Sun, Surf and Cinema, FREE Summer Films at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Garden

SANTA BARBARA — UCSB Arts & Lectures and the Santa Barbara County Office of Arts & Culture present the FREE outdoor summer film series, Sun, Surf and Cinema, seven classic flicks celebrating the thrills and delights of beach and ocean life, Friday evenings under the stars through Fri. Aug 23 at 8:30 p.m. at the County Courthouse Sunken Garden. This year’s totally tubular lineup includes: Jaws, Point Break, 50 First Dates, Blue Crush, The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou, Mamma Mia! and Crazy Rich Asians. Bring breathable blankets, low chairs, a picnic and your friends!

Aug. 23 — UCSB Arts & Lectures presents ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Garden

SANTA BARBARA — Get ready to make waves this summer with UCSB Arts & Lectures’ 2024 FREE summer films line-up: Sun, Surf and Cinema. The program concludes with the 2018 romantic comedy Crazy Rich Asians at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Garden on Friday, August 23 at 8:30 pm.  Arrive early for pre-screening festivities, giveaways and a playlist curated by DJ Darla Bea.

Aug. 23 — Bilingual report — Residents Invited to National Night Out Friday at Veterans Memorial Park

SANTA PAULA — Residents from neighborhoods throughout Santa Paula are invited to join in the National Night Out Event Friday, August 23, 2024, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park located at 114 S. 10th St. in Santa Paula. The event is sponsored by the Santa Paula Police Officers Association and the Santa Paula Police & K9 Foundation. The event is free and residents from the City of Santa Paula are welcome to attend.

Aug. 24 — District 216 to present Torkom Ji’s “Hypnosonic Frequency Transmission”

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Networking
Meet District216 members and guests while enjoying snacks and beverages.
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Live Frequency Transmission
Featuring Torkom Ji of Quantum Harmonix!
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Integrate + Hangout
Chat about what you just experienced and integrate a bit.
District216 Members: $45

Guest Tickets: $65

Facilitator: Torkom Ji of Quantum Harmonic

Aug. 24 — Torkom Ji’s ‘Hypnosonic Frequency Transmission’ More events Aug. 28

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Networking
Meet District216 members and guests while enjoying snacks and beverages.
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Live Frequency Transmission
Featuring Torkom Ji of Quantum Harmonix!
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Integrate + Hangout
Chat about what you just experienced and integrate a bit.
District216 Members: $45 (Available to Newsletter Subscribers too!)

Guest Tickets: $65

Facilitator: Torkom Ji of Quantum Harmonic

Aug. 25 — Santa Barbara Museum of Art Presents A Day of Music in the Galleries

Featured musicians Jessica Guideri (violin), concertmaster of the Santa Barbara Symphony, and Amy Tatum, principal flute for the Santa Barbara Symphony, will play a combination of solo pieces and duets. Each piece will be roughly 20 minutes in length, each responding to a different work in the exhibition. Performances are at 1 pm, 1:15 pm, 1:45 pm, and 2:15 pm.

Through Aug. 25 — Santa Barbara Museum of Art Presents Made by Hand/Born Digital

SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Museum of Art’s (SBMA) exhibition Made by Hand/Born Digital features 12 artworks and 9 artistswho use brushes, AI, paint, 3D printers, scissors, magazines printed on paper, digital looms, potter’s wheels, Photoshop and Apple Photo. By continuing to craft ceramics, paintings, and textiles by hand and also using the latest digital tools, many of the artists in the exhibition blur a distinction between the handmade and digital.

Aug. 27 — Port of Hueneme — 10-Year Strategic Plan Review – JOIN US!

Your voice is important and your port wants to hear it!

Join us next Tuesday, August 27 at the Port of Hueneme 333 Ponoma St. from 9AM – 6PM for the Port’s final draft presentation for feedback before adoption of the plan.

Presentations will take place at 9 AM, 12 PM, and 6 PM.

To comment and review the draft visit: https://www.portofhueneme.org/10-year-strategic-plan/

Aug. 28 — District 216 to present Dr. Allie Melendez’s ‘Sex, Drugs & Rock n Roll’

Topic: “Sex, Drugs & Rock n Roll”

When: Wednesday, August 28th, 2024 from 5pm to 9pm (Speaker at 6:30pm)

Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)

Members are Free to attend The District House evenings, and are prioritized when we reach capacity.

Guests Welcome to purchase $50 tickets to The District House evenings.

Note: We will be filming the speaker for the District216 Change Your Lens Series. Refreshments provided.