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…
Rose Avenue School in Oxnard Awarded State Medal
OXNARD — The Silver Level Recognition Medal was awarded to Rose Avenue School in Oxnard by the California Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports (PBIS) Coalition for adopting a proactive approach to establishing the behavioral supports and social culture needed for all…
Limón Attends the Global Climate Action Summit
SAN FRANCISCO — Assemblymember Monique Limón (D-Santa Barbara) is among top State environmental leaders attending Governor Jerry Brown’s Global Climate Action Summit in San Francisco this week sending a clear message to the rest of the nation that despite the Federal Government’s…
Ventura County Academic Competitions Seek Sponsors & Volunteers
Ventura County students have a long, proud tradition of excellence in local, state and national academic competitions. This is only possible through the strong commitment and partnership of our local sponsors and volunteers.
On average, more than 400 volunteer judges are needed to support the 2,500 students that annually participate in Ventura County Academic Decathlon, Mock Trial, Science Fair and VEX Robotics competitions. For the Science Fair, we are seeking judges with relevant experience in a scientific field.
Bilingual report: Poll Workers Needed for November 6, 2018 Statewide General Election
VENTURA — The Ventura County Elections Division seeks volunteers to staff and manage 361 polling places throughout the county for the upcoming November 6, 2018 Statewide General Election. Clerk-Recorder, Registrar of Voters Mark Lunn stated, “Being a poll worker is a…
Gold Coast Health Plan Teams Up with CSU Channel Islands to Train Nursing Students
A group of nurses will oversee student projects at the Medi-Cal Plan CAMARILLO – Gold Coast Health Plan (GCHP) has announced its partnership with California State University, Channel Islands (CSUCI) to train nursing students. Starting in the spring semester, five nurses from…
U.S. News & World Report ranks UC Santa Barbara No. 5 among the country’s top public universities
By Andrea Estrada • UCSB SANTA BARBARA — In its 2019 listing of the “Top 30 Public National Universities,” U.S. News & World Report has ranked UC Santa Barbara No. 5. Among “Best National Universities,” which includes both public and private institutions, UC Santa…
Bilingual commentary: Getting Out of California
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Carnegie Art Museum update for Sept. 13
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 by Trio…
CSUCI Nursing student receives coveted CSU Trustees’ Award
CAMARILLO — While growing up in the Philippines, CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) Nursing student Ma Theresa Quisao rarely had money for food. “The only money I had was to pay ‘jeepney’ drivers to get to school,” Quisao said. “At school some of my…
Bilingual report: County Service Excellence Program saves $33 million in first ten years
VENTURA – The County of Ventura Service Excellence Program was implemented in June 2008 and, in its first 10 years, has generated more than $33 million in ongoing annual savings and had a direct impact on the lives of the…
Local PODS® Moving and Storage Helps 8 Locals Move Their Way into the Nashville Country Circle
VENTURA COUNTY — Eight Ventura County locals are competing for the chance of heading to Nashville with the support of the local community and local PODS® Moving and Storage. Local PODS and 100.7 KHAY have teamed up to discover country’s…
Museum of Ventura County update for Sept. 12
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. 6-Week Portrait Drawing Course Registration Deadline Extended: September 13.The Museum of Ventura County announces its firstPortrait Drawing Course.…
Community Vendors, Donors Help Make KidSTREAM Visioning Room a Reality
CAMARILLO — KidSTREAM, an emerging children’s museum, is another step closer to becoming a reality, thanks to the support of more than two dozen individuals and businesses who made in-kind or monetary donations to design and build its Visioning Room.…
Central Coast Legislators Express Opposition to BLM Proposal to Open Federal Lands to Fracking and Drilling
SACRAMENTO — State Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara), along with Assemblymember Monique Limón (D-Santa Barbara), Senator Bill Monning (D-Carmel) and Senator Henry Stern (D-Canoga Park), have sent a letter to the Bureau of Land Management expressing their opposition to the recent proposal to open more than 270,000…
Ventura County Agriculture Museum to present Florencia Ramirez, author of ‘Eat Less Water’ on Sept. 11
SANTA PAULA — Florencia Ramirez, author of Eat Less Water, will be the featured speaker for the next Speaking of Ventura County Speaker Series, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 11th, at the Museum of Ventura County’s Agriculture Museum in Santa Paula. By…
Santa Paula Art Museum Celebrates 25 Years of the De Colores Art Show with ‘Sanctuary/Santuario’
Event opens with reception on Sept. 15 SANTA PAULA — This year marks the twenty-fifth anniversary of the “De Colores Art Show.” The show’s founder and curator, Xavier “Big X” Montes, chose “Sanctuary/Santuario” as the theme for this year’s milestone…
El Concilio seeking nominations for 2019 Awardees
OXNARD — El Concilio Family Services presents the 30th Anniversary of the Latino Leadership Awards – ” Making a Difference – Together We Thrive” El Concilio Family Services, founded in 1975, is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide direct…
El Centrito Family Learning Center announces enrollment for its STEAM Academy
OXNARD — Hi Friends! Please help us spread the word! El Centrito Family Learning Center’s STEAM Academy is enrolling now! Please let your friends and family know about this great after school enrichment opportunity. Services are offered daily from 2:30-5:30pm. STEAM students…
Volunteers needed to help community for United Way of Ventura County’s ‘Day of Caring’ on Sept. 29
VENTURA COUNTY — Won’t you be one of the 650 volunteers we are searching for to help us with 32 projects to beautify our communities in Ventura County on Saturday, Sept. 29? Corporate or civic teams, families and individuals are all welcome!…
National Drive Electric Week (Sept. 8 through 16) Events in the 805 Region
CENTRAL COAST — The Los Padres Chapter Sierra Club and the Community Environmental Council (CEC) are proud to support local National Drive Electric Week events, which provide free public showcases of the latest electric vehicles and information on the benefits…
Guest commentary: OPD’s current ‘Opt-Out’ Conditions and the Recommendations Made by CORE
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Bilingual commentary: Seeing for Miles and Miles
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Community Environmental Council update for Sept. 6
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Community Environmental Council and Los Padres Chapter Sierra Club Support National Drive Electric Week Events in the 805 Region Car shows highlight cost-saving and environmental benefits of electric cars At an electric car show,…
Oxnard Performing Arts Center update for Sept. 6
NOVEMBER Free family-friendly movie: Coco Saturday, November 3, 2018 at 10 am Oxnard Performing Arts Center – 800 Hobson Way in Oxnard oxnardperformingarts.com Help us celebrate Dia de Los Muertos at the Oxnard Performing Arts Center with a special screening…
The Annex Food Hall and First 5 Ventura County Partner to Offer Storytime and Crafts for Monthly Kids Club
OXNARD — The Annex Food Hall invites friends and family to a morning of storytime and crafts in partnership with First 5 Ventura County and the Oxnard Public Library. Talk, Read, Sign – a program developed by First 5 California,…
New sidewalks provide safe path for new school year
VENTURA — The Ventura County Public Works Agency has completed two sidewalk projects just in time for the start of the school year. The Public Works Agency finished the installation of 1,300 feet of sidewalks, curbs and gutters, curb drains,…
Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara update for Sept. 5
Click here for the entire e-newsletter UPCOMING EVENTS EXHIBITIONS ON VIEW Barry McGee: SB Mid Summer Intensive On view July 1 – October 14, 2018MCASB is pleased to present Barry McGee: SB Mid Summer Intensive, a solo exhibition featuring a…
Carnegie Art Museum update for Sept. 5
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Opening Exhibition September 9 – November 18, 2018 World View / Cosmovisión Impactful visions of SoCal artists’ contemporary world views, featuring the work of: Abel Alejandre, Pável Acevedo, Val Echavarria and Ricardo Rodríguez.…
Girls Inc. of Carpinteria Earns Four-Star Rating From Charity Navigator
CARPINTERIA — Girls Inc. of Carpinteria strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned it a four-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. Since 2002, using objective analysis, Charity Navigator has awarded only the…
Regions Coveted Barbecue House Opens First Oxnard Location at The Collection at RiverPark
OXNARD — The Collection at RiverPark welcomes the addition of Da Hickory House, a locally established barbecue restaurant made for epicures who enjoy delicious barbecue in its most authentic form. Served with the finest and freshest ingredients picked directly from…
Jackson’s Emergency Alert Bill Heads to the Governor. See more news here
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 emergency alerts, a bill by State Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) to create an…
Channel Islands Harbor Patrol better equipped for large oil spills
OXNARD — Ventura County’s Channel Islands Harbor Patrol is now better equipped to respond to large-scale oil spills thanks to a $35,000 grant awarded by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. The grant, awarded in May 2018, provided funds…
October — Santa Paula Art Museum to Offer Weekly Art Series for Children and Adults
SANTA PAULA — For those looking to exercise their creativity this fall, the Santa Paula Art Museum will offer in-depth, weekly art series for both children and adults in October. Kids from ages 10 to 13 can learn how to…
October — Art Trek presents variety of workshops, events
NEWBURY PARK — Art Trek, at 703 Rancho Conejo Blvd. Newbury Park, will present the following events: $5 Friday: Community Art Night All Ages, children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult Friday, October 19 5:30-9:00pm $5 Per Person Art Trek, 703…
October — Fall is in Full Swing with Family-Friendly Games, Foodie Fun, Events and Entertainment at The Collection
OXNARD — Leaves are falling and autumn is calling! Join Ventura County’s premier shopping and dining destination, The Collection at RiverPark, as they gear up for a jam-packed October, full of fun events for guests of all ages. Visit www.thecollectionrp.com…
October — Museum of Ventura County Hosts Exhibit and Events for National Aids Awareness Month
VENTURA — In honor of National AIDS Awareness month, the Museum of Ventura County will host an exhibit, AIDS History and Queer Art, to raise awareness of both the disease’s history in Ventura County and the recent rise in new…
October — Livingston Memorial Camarillo Hospice Support Group Calendar
CAMARILLO —Livingston Memorial Camarillo Hospice October Support Group Calendar.
Oct. 3 — 30th Annual Senior Expo of Santa Barbara. Free Health Screenings, Activities, and Exhibits for Seniors and Caregivers
SANTA BARBARA — Seniors and caregivers looking for one central place to get information about products and services to stay healthy and active will find it all at the Senior Expo of Santa Barbara, Wednesday October 3, 2018 from 9 a.m. to…
Oct. 4 — Bring the Kids! Bring the Family! Award Winning Author coming to La Colonia, Oxnard!
OXNARD — As part of the Guest Speaker Series, Oxnard Housing Authority Resident Service Depatment is proud to announce a special book reading and signing event in La Colonia area of Oxnard by award-winning author, Amada Irma Perez. This special…
Oct. 4 — Museum Hosts 2018 ArtWalk Ventura Collectors Reception
VENTURA — The Museum of Ventura County and the City of Ventura will host the 4th Annual ArtWalk Collectors Reception for the 2018 ArtWalk Ventura, 6 to 8 p.m., Oct. 4, in the Martin V. and Martha K. Smith Pavilion…
Oct. 5-7 — Countdown to 29th Annual Ventura Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show
A HERALDED FALL TRADITION THE 2018 HARVEST FESTIVAL® ORIGINAL ART & CRAFT SHOW COMES TO VENTURA FAIRGROUNDS Showcasing a colossal collection of handmade creations, the Harvest Festival® Original Art & Craft Show,comes to the Ventura County Fairgrounds Friday through Sunday October…
Oct. 5 — United Way Honors Volentine Family Foundation During 22nd Annual Red Feather Ball
SANTA BARBARA — Join the community and United Way of Santa Barbara County (UWSBC) in supporting the organization’s youth education programs at the 22nd Annual Red Feather Ball Oct. 5 at the Four Seasons Biltmore. Taking place 6-10 p.m. Friday…
Oct. 5 — First Friday Features The Night of the Nosferatu at the Museum of Ventura County
VENTURA — It’s a spooky First Friday event, 6–8 p.m., Oct. 5, at the Museum of Ventura County with music by DJ Darko, aka David Cervantes, refreshments by Desserts to Die For and the opening of The Night of the…
Oct. 6, 7 — PODS® Creates Downtown Artists Village for the 25th Anniversary of ArtWalk Ventura
VENTURA COUNTY — PODS containers will once again serve as mini art galleries that will transform the streets for ArtWalk Ventura’s 25th anniversary. On Saturday, Oct. 6, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. & Sunday, Oct. 7 noon – 5 p.m.,…
Oct. 6 — Journey to ‘The Land of Light,’ Where Art, Science, and Play Intersect
SANTA PAULA — You’re invited to journey to “The Land of Light” at the Santa Paula Art Museum on Saturday, October 6, 2018, from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. Now in its second year, the one-night only event will encourage visitors to see and experience…
Oct. 6 — Community Celebrates Oxnard’s Diversity at Free Multicultural Festival
OXNARD — Celebrate Oxnard’s cultural diversity at the 23rd Annual Multicultural Festival, Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Plaza Park, 500 S. C. Street. Admission is free. The Multicultural Festival features a variety of fun, educational…
Oct. 7 — 13th Annual Denim, Diamonds & Stars
WESTLAKE VILLAGE — Bright lights and cameras will be out in force at the 13th Annual Denim, Diamonds & Stars, a gala to raise funds for ACT Today!, the nation’s leading autism nonprofit organization providing help and support to children…
Oct. 8 — Participants Sought for the Los Angeles Italian American Golf Association 35th Annual Golf Tournament Benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley
NORTHRIDGE — The Los Angeles Italian American Golf Association (LAIAGA) welcomes golfers to make that perfect swing while giving back to a good cause during the 35th Annual LAIAGA Golf Tournament Monday, October 8 from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 pm…
Oct. 9 — United Way Women United to meet at T.O. Civic Arts Plaza
THOUSAND OAKS — Please join Women United on October 9th from 5-7 pm at the T.O. Civic Arts Plaza for a networking opportunity. MUST RSVP Vicki.Raven@vcunitedway.org Admission FREE WE NEED YOU By joining Women United®, you’ll become part of a community…
Oct. 10 — American Truck Show Circuit Ventura
VENTURA — The American Truck Show Circuit Ventura will be held on Thursday, Oct. 19 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura. Join us beachfront as the American Truck Show Circuit makes the final stop of its national…
October — Tricks and Treats are in Store in Oxnard. Visitors will find Fun Events Taking Place throughout the City
OXNARD — Halloween is around the corner, and Oxnard is preparing to welcome visitors to the city with “Spooktacular” events from haunted haunts, to trick or treating fun and nail biting tours! Grab a friend and dare to enter the Oxnard…
Oct. 10 — Aida Cuevas to perform at The Granada Theatre
SANTA BARBARA — Aida Cuevas will perform from 8 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10 at The Granada Theatre, 1214 State St., Santa Barbara. Performing with Mariachi Juvenil Tecalitlán, the “Queen of Ranchera Music” and first female singer in the mariachi…
Oct. 11 — Santa Barbara Museum of Art to present ‘A Kind of Song: Reading with Dana Gioia’
SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Museum of Art will present “A Kind of Song: Reading with Dana Gioia” from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11 at the Mary Craig Auditorium, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, 1130 State St., Santa Barbara. Free…
Oct. 11 — Regional Broadband Summit: ‘Creating Technology-Driven Communities,’ to be held in Camarillo
CAMARILLO — Ventura County Regional Broadband Summit: “Creating Technology-Driven Communities,” to be held from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 11 at the Ventura County Community Foundation, 4001 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo. Click here to register or for more information.
Oct. 11 — OC LIVE presents Stand-Up Comedy
We have five incredible, famous, working comedians. It is the same show we would all would see in Downtown LA at a hefty price, but instead it is for FREE here in Oxnard for OC LIVE. Awesome. The direct link to more…
Through Oct. 12 — OC LIVE: Fighters-Salomon Huerta..Oxnard College
Fighters – Salomon Huerta Oxnard College McNish Gallery Schedule Exhibition: September 5 – October 12, 2018 OC LIVE Lecture: Wednesday, September 5, 2:00 to 3:00 pm @ Oxnard College Performing Arts Building Reception: Wednesday, September 5, 3:00 to 5:00 pm @ Oxnard…
Oct. 13 — Community Invited to First Ever Housing Santa Barbara Day
SANTA BARBARA — The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara (HACSB) and its affiliated nonprofit 2nd Story Associates are inviting residents to learn all about affordable living options on the South Coast during the first Housing Santa Barbara…
Oct. 13 — Company Wang Ramirez performs at the Granada Theatre
SANTA BARBARA — Company Wang Ramirez performs from 8 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13 at the The Granada Theatre, 1214 State St., Santa Barbara. Sébastien Ramirez and Honji Wang create dance-theater works that are deeply rooted in hip hop and…
Oct. 14 — Oceanview Pavilion presents LIVE Championship Wrestling from Hollywood
PORT HUENEME — Come and join us at the beautiful Oceanview Pavilion at 575 E. Surfside Drive Port Hueneme, CA 93041, for the return of LIVE Championship Wrestling from Hollywood. This incredible television production and one of a kind FREE event will be held…
Oct. 16-17 — Healthcare Job & Education Fair
CENTRAL COAST — Meet our Nursing Leadership and Recruiting Team, learn about job opportunities with Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care, and earn CE credits for your healthcare career. Sandwiches, salads and beverages will be served. Registration is recommended and admission is FREE.…
Oct. 18 — Santa Barbara Museum of Art to present Parker Quartet
SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Museum of Art will present the Parker Quartet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 18 at the Mary Craig Auditorium, Santa Barbara Museum of Art, 1130 State St., Santa Barbara. Inspiring performances, luminous sound, and exceptional musicianship are the…
Oct. 17 — Ventura County Candidate Forum Dates Announced
VENTURA COUNTY — League of Women Voters of Ventura County (LWVVC), a nonpartisan political organization presents the complete schedule for various Ventura County candidate forums it is sponsoring or co-sponsoring for September and October 2018 in the run up to…
Oct. 18 — New York Times Bestselling author Roxane Gay to speak at CSUCI Reading Celebration
CAMARILLO — “The story of my body is not a story of triumph,” wrote New York Times bestselling author Roxane Gay in her memoir, “Hunger.” “This is not a weight loss memoir. There will be no picture of a thin…
Oct. 19 — ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! presents Quique Escamilla in Free Family Concert
SANTA BARBARA — ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! opens the 14th season of free family concerts and community outreach with Juno award-winner Quique Escamilla performing original songs in Spanish and English inspired by the political and social issues of today.…
Oct. 20 — Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley hold 16th Annual ‘Stand Up for Kids’ Gala Dinner & Auction
WESTLAKE VILLAGE — Step back in time and experience a decade full of glitz, glamour and old-fashioned fun during the 16th Annual ‘Stand Up for Kids’ Gala Dinner & Auction hosted by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley.…
Oct. 20 — ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! presents Quique Escamilla in Free Family Concert
SANTA BARBARA — ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! opens the 14th season of free family concerts and community outreach with Juno award-winner Escamilla performing original songs in Spanish and English inspired by the political and social issues of today. Originally from Chiapas,…
Oct. 20 — Senior Vitality Fair GranVida Style in Carpinteria
CARPINTERIA — Everything you need to know about older adult wellness and aging with vitality will be featured at our First Annual Senior Vitality Fair. Join residents, friends, families and neighbors as over three dozen local businesses present you with…
Through Oct. 21 — Moorpark College Theatre Arts presents ‘Three Sisters’ by Anton Chekhov
MOORPARK — The Moorpark College Theatre Arts Department is proud to announce its upcoming production of Three Sisters by Anton Chekhov. This production will take place through Oct. 21. Additionally, as an extension of its ongoing youth outreach program, the Moorpark College Theatre…
Oct. 21 — ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! presents Quique Escamilla in Free Family Concert
SANTA BARBARA — ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! opens the 14th season of free family concerts and community outreach with Juno award-winner Quique Escamilla performing original songs in Spanish and English inspired by the political and social issues of today. Originally from…
Through Oct. 23 — CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) to hold Information Sessions
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — CASA Information Sessions for October 2018 Tuesday, October 23, 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…
Oct. 23 — Ventura County Community Development Corporation hosts free estate planning workshop
VENTURA COUNTY — Approximately 50% of Americans do NOT have a will or other estate plan. This can cause major emotional and financial burden for loved ones left behind. Ventura County Community Development Corporation (VCCDC) will host a free educational workshop…
Oct. 24 — Low-Income and Housing Assistance Event Open to All
SAN LUIS OBISPO — A one-stop-shop event connecting underrepresented groups to difficult-to-obtain benefits and services is being held in Paso Robles this month. The County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office and the County Department of Social Services are…
Through Oct. 24 — Food Forward Recovers Thousands Of Pounds Of Fresh Produce, Donates to Local Hunger Relief Organizations as part of Glean805
VENTURA COUNTY — Food Forward, a Regional Gleaning Organization Recovers Thousands Of Pounds Of Fresh Produce That Otherwise Would Go To Waste And In Turn, Donates This Abundance To Local Hunger Relief Organizations During Fall Campaign, Glean805: Harvest For The Hungry. Glean805…
Oct. 25 — League of Women Voters Announces Forum for the 25th Congressional District
SIMI VALLEY — League of Women Voters of Ventura County (LWVVC), a nonpartisan political organization, will host a forum for Congressional candidates Steve Knight and Katie Hill. Knight and Hill are vying to represent California’s 25th Congressional District which covers most of Simi…
Oct. 25 — Santa Barbara Museum of Art presents ‘Sketching in the Galleries’
SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Museum of Artwill present “Sketching in the Galleries” from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25 at 1130 State St., Santa Barbara. All skill levels are invited to experience the tradition of sketching from original works of art.…
26 de octubre — Talleres de Carrera en Oxnard
Location: West County America’s Job Center 2901 N. Ventura Rd., 3rd Floor, Oxnard 805-204-5171 SPANISH Language Career Shops: Octubre 26 – 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – El poder de CalJOBS – CalJOBS es un recurso en línea que se…
Oct. 26 — Ventura County Arts Council presents ‘Still At War — Chaos & Order’
VENTURA — Ventura County Arts Council Visual Arts Committee requests the pleasure of your company for the exhibit: “STILL AT WAR | CHAOS & ORDER” at the Atrium Gallery, Hall of Administration, Ventura County Government Center 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura…
Oct. 26 — Oxnard Performing Arts Center to present ‘The Hero Twins — A Mayan Story’
OXNARD — The Oxnard Performing Arts Center announces the upcoming events: THE HERO TWINS – A MAYAN STORY By Boxtales Theater Company Friday, October 26, 2018 at 10 am & 4:30 pm $3-$5 Grades K-6 Oxnard Performing Arts Center – 800…
Oct. 26 — Free Job & Career Workshops in October
Location: West County America’s Job Center 2901 N. Ventura Rd., 3rd Floor, Oxnard 805-204-5171 October 26– Job Search/Social Media – 8 a.m. – noon – This workshop provides common sense tactics to be more effective in finding employment when dealing…
Oct. 27 — Countywide Robotics Competition Coming to Ventura
VENTURA — The fun and excitement of student-built robots going head-to-head in competition comes to Ventura County on Saturday, October 27. The Ventura County Office of Education is sponsoring a VEX Robotics competition for middle and high school students from across…
Oct. 27 — Music Festival Rockstock Returns to Santa Barbara, Supports Rockshop Academy
SANTA BARBARA — After five long years, Rockstock is returning to Santa Barbara. Rockshop Academy, a nonprofit program for aspiring musicians from 10-17 years old in the Santa Barbara area, is bringing back their popular benefit concert and music festival…
Oct. 28 — Oceanview Pavilion presents LIVE Championship Wrestling from Hollywood
PORT HUENEME — Come and join us at the beautiful Oceanview Pavilion at 575 E. Surfside Drive Port Hueneme, CA 93041, for the return of LIVE Championship Wrestling from Hollywood. This incredible television production and one of a kind FREEevent will be held Saturday October…
Oct. 28 — 29th Annual Día de los Muertos Celebration at SBMA
Free Family Day on Sunday, October 28, 1 – 4 pm SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Museum of Art (SBMA) presents a free family day in celebration of Día de los Muertos on Sunday, October 28, from 1 to 4 pm,…
Oct. 27-28 — AMERICA’S TEACHING ZOO Hosts its Annual “Boo at the Zoo” Festival at Moorpark College
MOORPARK — America’s Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College will host its annual “Boo at the Zoo” festival on Saturday, Oct. 27 and Sunday, Oct. 28 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. This lively event will introduce guests to over 100 animals…
Through Oct. 30 — Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association Hospice Volunteer Training
VENTURA COUNTY — Join Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association’s remarkable corps of volunteers–community heroes that give the gifts of time and compassion to patients and their families at the end of life. You will be provided with training to give you confidence…
Author, Kathleen Contreras Presents Her Book, ‘Harvesting Friends’ at Santa Paula Agriculture Museum on Sept. 16
SANTA PAULA — The Agriculture Museum will present local author, Kathleen Contreras’ book launch event Sunday, September 16th from 1:00-3:00 pm. Contreres’ book, Harvesting Friends, is a bilingual tale that teaches compassion, cooperation and companionship through gardening. The event is free to…
Santa Barbara City College Welcomes Two New Faculty — Dr. Jess Estrada, Darren Phillips
Dr. Jess Estrada, Chemistry Instructor Darren Phillips, DSPS Counselor Santa Barbara City College is pleased to welcome two new faculty members to the SBCC community: Dr. Jess Estrada, Chemistry Instructor, and Darren Phillips, Counselor, Disability Services and Programs for Students (DSPS).…
The Annex Food Hall and First 5 Ventura County Partner to Offer Storytime and Crafts for Monthly Kids Club
OXNARD — The Annex Food Hall invites friends and family to a morning of storytime and crafts in partnership with First 5 Ventura County and the Oxnard Public Library. Talk, Read, Sign – a program developed by First 5 California,…