Category: News

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…

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…

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 — 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 — 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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…