What kind of community do you want to live in? Why is that important to you?

These are some of the questions that Ventura’s residents will explore during three Community Conversations hosted by the Ventura County Library System. The first “Conversation” will take place at the E. P. Foster Library- Topping Assembly Room (9/13), followed by gatherings at the Bell Arts Factory – Community Room (9/27), and the Jose Flores Community Center in Saticoy (10/19). Each program will last from 6 to 8 p.m.

The questions in each “Conversation” were designed to help the library understand the vision people hold for Ventura, the concerns they have, and ideas they believe will make a difference in strengthening our community. Your participation is important.

These gatherings are free and open to the public. For additional information, contact Irma Morales, Sr. City Librarian, at 648-2715 or 2716.

The E.P. Foster Library hours of service are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday.

Bell Arts Factory is at 432 N. Ventura Ave.

Jose Flores Community Center 1168 Violeta St., Saticoy.