Ventura
Austin Bantam Society Annual Car Show: Sat., Oct 5, 10 am – 3 pm. Ventura Harbor.
Join this unique display of cars to get up close to a small but brilliant collection of the automobiles of the late 1930’s to early 1940’s created by the Bantam Company, American Austin and English Austin. Plus, enjoy breakfast or lunch waterside at one of the many Ventura Harbor Village restaurants and browse art galleries and coastal boutiques. www.venturaharborvillage.com.
1st Annual Fatima Conference: Sat., Oct 12, 9 am – 2 pm. Mission San Buenaventura, 211 E. Main St.
The Executive Director of The Blue Army is coming to Ventura to talk about the message of Fatima and Mary’s apparitions. $40. Lunch will be provided. Send check or money order to Marcia Garcia, PO Box 6094, Ventura, CA 93006. No on-site registration.
Namba Performing Arts Space: Fri, Oct 18, Sun Oct 20. Namba Performing Arts Space, 47 S. Oak St.
4th Annual Playwrights’ SPLASH Festival Weekend #3.
Mental Health Awareness/Poetry Weekend with “The Funny Thing About A Panic Attack” by Ben Kassoy, “Resilient AF” by Kamakshi Hart, and “Mictlan” by Cristina Glezoro and Martin Arreola, with shows in Spanish and English.
The 2024 Playwrights’ Splash Festival brings new playwrights to Ventura and provides a platform for emerging artists to share their stories. Support for the festival is provided by the City of Ventura Cultural Funding Grant Program and Ventura County Behavioral Health. Tickets for each show are $20 online or $25 at the door. Or purchase a “SPLASH Pass” and see all three shows for $60! Includes a complimentary drink for each show and waives ticket fees. Join us at the SPLASH Festival and support the flourishing performing arts scene in Ventura. Learn more at NambaArts.com.
The Museum of Ventura County: The Curse of The Vampire. Tales from the Book of Nosferatu. Sept 19 – Nov 17.
The artists have created a spine-tingling, comic-like experience that will thrill anyone fascinated by Dracula and occult storytelling. You’ll be scared, amazed, and completely immersed in a world where imagination meets the supernatural! The Curse of The Vampire: Tales from The Book of Nosferatu is a collaborative exhibition that features seventeen George Stuart Historical Figures enhanced by blown up retro comic book style illustrations created by artists, Paula Pugh and Weshoyot Alvitre. The exhibition brings a fictional story to life, chronicling the rise and fall of a vampire dynasty from Vlad the Impaler (the first alleged vampire) to Dracula to Alexander Cepesi (one of the last vampires). The story unfolds through illustrations created by Pugh and Alvitre in a retro comic book style. www.venturamuseum.org/upcoming-exhibitions.
Congregation Am HaYam: New Year Services. 4839 Market St. Unit C.
Congregation Am HaYam offers services to welcome the Jewish New Year 5785 with Rabbi Ben Goldstein, the congregation’s new spiritual leader. Congregation Am HaYam offers live streaming services the first full Shabbat of the month. Services on the third Shabbat of the month are both in-person and streaming. For more information, or to RSVP, contact Brenda Rich at 805 644-2899 or email her at [email protected].
Erev Rosh Hashanah: Wednesday, Oct 2, 7:00 pm • Rosh Hashanah First Day: Thurs, Oct 3, 9:30 am • Rosh Hashanah Second Day: Frid, Oct 4, 9:30 am • Kol Nidre/Erev Yom Kippur: Fri, Oct 11, 6:00 pm • Yom Kippur Day: Sat, Oct12, 9:30 am.
Chabad of Ventura High Holidays: Crown Plaza Ventura Beach
Rosh Hashanah: Oct 3 & 4, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, Shofar at 12:00 pm. Thur, Oct 3, 5:30 pm at the Ventura Promenade Beach Playground for “Shofar in the Park.”
Yom Kippur; Oct 11, 6:30 pm, Oct 12, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Chabad of Ventura services are designed to make everyone feel welcome and at home. The prayers, conducted with Hebrew/English prayer-books, are lively, engaging, and inclusive – spiced with inspiring tunes and insightful explanations throughout – allowing all to absorb the experience at their own level. There is NO CHARGE for seats; your donation is greatly appreciated. Advance reservations are suggested to secure your seat. Reservations can be made online or over the phone. 805-658-7441. www.ChabadVentura.com/HighHolidays
Ventura Friends of the Library: Sat, Oct 5, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Vons at Telegraph & Victoria
Books by the Bag Book Sale. Buy a $5 bag and fill it up! Fiction, Nonfiction, Children’s books, Teacher Resources, Puzzles. All proceeds benefit Ventura’s libraries.
Ventura Friends of the Library – Annual Membership Meeting: Sun, Oct 20, 1 – 3 pm. E.P. Foster Library, Topping Room. Annual meetings are open to guests who are interested in our organization or guest speakers,
OctoberFly Fishing Event: Sat, Oct 5, 9 -11am, Chumash Park, Petit and Waco
Sespe Fly Fishers of Ventura will be conducting our monthly “First Saturday” introductory Fly Rod Casting and Intro to Fly Fishing clinic. There is no charge and all are welcome. Whether you are an experienced fly fisher or a complete novice we want to help you improve your casting and learn to enjoy this great sport. If you don’t yet have a fly rod, don’t worry, just come and use one of ours. Casting Program Coordinator Thomas Hall, [email protected]. (805) 377-5249 www.sespeflyfishers.org
Open House Tours at the 1892 Dudley Museum: Sun, Oct 6, 1-4 pm. Loma Vista and Ashwood (197 N. Ashwood).
With Halloween fast approaching, tour guides Richard Senate and Lynn Weitzel (co-authors of “Are There Ghosts at the Dudley House?”) may add a few ghost stores if asked. Admission is free. For information call (805) 642-3345 or visit dudleyhouse.org.
San Buenaventura Women’s Club: Tues, Oct 8. Noon. Poinsettia Pavilion, 3451 Foothill Rd,
Lunch, program by the Ventura County Museum and business meeting. Lunch is $25, reservations are required. Contact Business Manager Carol Ricks at (805) 212-9218. Everyone welcome.
VCS Speaker Series: Elder Safety & Scam Prevention: Tues, Oct 15, 4 – 5pm. Ventura Avenue Adult Center (550 N. Ventura Ave.).
Each month the City’s Ventura Council for Seniors (VCS) hosts a new speaker to present information on important and relevant topics related to the senior community. (Ages 50+) Free. For more information call 805-648-3035 or visit www.cityofventura.ca.gov/vcs.
2024 Ventura Women’s Conference: Sat, Oct 19, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm. Poinsettia Pavilion.
The theme is “Wellness Warriors… embrace, empower, energize. Giving you the tools to gently warrior through life with compassion and grace.” Twelve women will speak on their wellness expertise, and over 20 health and wellness vendors will share products and services. Tickets are available at Eventbrite and all proceeds benefit Food Share Ventura. www.venturawomensconference.com
National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors: Sun, Oct 20, 11 am. Campus Student Center of Ventura College, 4667 Telegraph Road, Ventura
Anyone interested in timepieces, both antique and modern, can attend the Ventura County chapter of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors meeting for a watch/clock marketplace, lunch, and a presentation on a horological topic. Bring a watch or clock for a free evaluation. nawcc-ch190.com.
Patchwork Show: Nov 3, 2024, 11 – 5pm, Downtown Ventura.
Patchwork Show Ventura brings all the charm of a beach town (you can even see the ocean from the show!) including a walkable collection of local shops and restaurants. Over the past 16 years, Patchwork has grown from a small parking lot craft fair into multiple locations including street festivals and large indoor marketplaces. Each location is as unique as the venue and showcases different makers and collaborations that reflect the local environment and community. www.dearhandmadelife.com/patchwork-show/
Ongoing:
Social Golf Club
Actively recruiting new members Men’s golf club. Set Tee times a year in advance for every Tuesday and Thursday at 9 different courses in Ventura County. https://challengersgolfclub.com
Ventura Senior Men’s Group: First and Third Tues each month: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm at Poinsettia Pavilion.
Any man who considers himself in the “senior” category (and many who don’t) might benefit from a visit to the Ventura Senior Men’s Group. Buffet luncheon with interesting speakers and good friends. Your first lunch is free. We talk about everything except religion and politics. Eligible to all men 50 plus. Call Tom at 805-657-1071 for more information or visit VSMG.net to find out who our speakers will be.
Play Bridge: Every Tues, Wed and Thurs at 12:30 pm.
ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge games. All levels of play, and we will guarantee to have a partner for you if you need one. Lessons are available. Tuesday, Wed and Thursday games are held at Temple Beth Torah, Foothill & Kimball Rd, Ventura. Every Saturday at the Ventura Townhouse. For additional info visit our website at www.vcbridge.org. Contact Rose at [email protected].
Ventura County Philatelic Society: First and third Mon each month – 7:30 pm.
Church of the Foothills, Ventura. For more information, visit https://venturacountyphilatelicsoc.org.
Beach Cleanup: First Sat of every month – 8:30 -10:30 am.
Meet your neighbors and help keep our beach looking fresh. Hosted by Pierpont Beach Community Council in partnership with Surfrider. Meet up at the end of Seward near the beach. (1140 S Seward St). Arrive any time during the timeframe. Fun for the whole family! Supplies provided – BYO water.
Ojai:
Plant California Natives Now: Sat, Oct 12, 2 pm. Ojai Library, 111 East Ojai Ave.
Certified Master Gardener Dani Brusius will deliver a timely talk on how to plant and grow California Native plants. Learn how to grow a California native plant garden. Learn when it is best to plant natives, their maintenance needs, and other important information about these beneficial, drought-resistant plants. Attendees can drop in on the day of the talk, but pre-registration is appreciated. Register by visiting https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=43518.
This event is free and open to the public. For additional information, contact Ron Solórzano, Regional Librarian, at (805) 218-9146 or [email protected]. If you have gardening questions, you can email the free Master Gardener Helpline at [email protected].
Monday Matinees: A Movie Screening Series, First and Third Mondays at 12 pm. The Ojai
Library.
The Ojai Library announces the launch of Monday Matinees. The library will be hosting free movie screenings on the first and third Mondays of each month at noon. There will be a special additional screening on Monday, September 30, 2024, to round out the first month.
This program aims to provide a fun and relaxing way for visitors to enjoy a diverse selection of films, ranging from classic favorites to contemporary hits. The movie listings will be posted in the library, ensuring that everyone can stay up to date with upcoming features. For additional information, contact Ron Solórzano, Regional Librarian, at (805) 218-9146 or [email protected].
Ojai Studio Artists Tour: Sat, Sun and Mon, October 12 – 14
Always a highlight of the Southern California arts calendar, the (OSA) is back with a three-day “choose-your-own adventure” extravaganza. More than 70 artists open their private spaces over the course of the long weekend in a tour that features paintings, sculptures, fiber arts, collage, jewelry, glass, prints, mixed media and all manner of artworks, all experienced in a variety of intimate and idiosyncratic spaces by members of a community-based nonprofit devoted to celebrating Ojai arts.
Ticket holders get a program and map of participating studios, from back yard wonderlands within walking distance of the town arcade to stone cabins nestled up Sulphur Mountain. Tickets are $20, giving visitors access to all studios over the three-day weekend (and supporting art scholarship programs for Nordhoff High art students). www.ojaistudioartists.org/all-tours/2024-fall-open-studios-tour.
Oxnard:
Día de los Muertos Celebration: Sat, Nov 2, 4-9 pm Oxnard Performing Arts Center, 800 Hobson Way
OPAC’s Dia de los Muertos expands in 2024 with month-long Community Altar in partnership with The Collection. This year, the celebration extends with a month-long Día de los Muertos Community Altar at The Collection at RiverPark in Oxnard, running from Oct 1 – Nov 2. This vibrant display titled “Recuérdame” (Remember Me) is hosted in partnership with The Collection and will be located between Lazy Dog and the Cheesecake Factory. The community is invited to honor their loved ones by participating in a heartfelt tribute to those who have passed. Admission is free and open to the public. We invite the public to contribute to the Community Altar by sharing photos of loved ones they wish to honor. www.theopac.org.
Camarillo:
2024 Ventura County Celebration of Books: Sat, Oct 12, 11 am – 4 pm. CSU Channel Islands campus, One University Drive
The event is co-presented by the Ventura County Library, CSU Channel Islands, and the Ventura County Library Foundation. The event and parking are free and open to the public. All ages are welcome with activities for the whole family.
Activities include Story Times for kids presented by CSUCI Early Childhood Studies department, and stories will be read in English and Spanish.
Attendees are invited to bring a blanket and share a picnic on the lawn. Bring your own lunch or enjoy food from three local food trucks (the first 150 guests at each food truck eat free!).
Exhibitors will be on hand to chat with attendees and share information, including local authors, government and nonprofit agencies, and local businesses. www.vclibraryfoundation.org/ventura-county-celebration-of-books.
The Camarillo Quilters Association: Tues, Oct 8, Pleasant Valley Community Center, 1605 E. Burnley Drive
The doors open at 9:00 am and the meeting begins at 9:30 am. The guest fee is $5 and everyone is welcome. This month will feature four of CQA members giving mini workshops. The topics will include Sashiko, making a sewing machine mat, Kawandi quilting and how to use an AccuQuilt machine. www.camarilloquilters.com.
Free Grief Support Groups at Livingston’s Camarillo Grief Center
Livingston’s Camarillo Grief Center is adding new grief support groups that cater to specific bereavement needs. Spanish General Bereavement support group starting September 26, 2024, every Thursday from 6:30 to 8:00 pm (meets in Ventura). Living Life Widowed support group starting October 3rd, 2024, on the first Thursday of every month from 2 to 3:30 pm. For reservations, contact 805-389-6870 or online at lmvna.org/grief. Space is limited. All support groups are free for the community. For reservations contact 805-389-6870 or online at lmvna.org/grief.
Santa Barbara: Sat, Oct 5, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, On the lawn at Neal Taylor Nature Center, Cachuma Lake
Close-up encounters with living, scorpions, bats, spiders, and snakes along with real skulls and bones! Play games and win prizes! There will be witches, arts & craft activities, spooky-fun music and more to get you in the Halloween spirit. The Nature Center will teach you all you would like to know about many animals closely associated with Halloween as well as lead fun games including a special Creepy Creatures Scavenger Hunt! SB County Park Naturalists will also be taking part in the event and will have a table on skulls and bones. Educators from the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History will highlight a fun assortment of taxidermy that include bats, snakes, toads and more! Representatives from the SB Wildlife Care Network will lead fun fall themed games and tips on how to best decorate for Halloween. Other activities will entertain youngsters and parents alike. Arts and crafts activities will be a hit where making your own mask will be one of the focused activities. There will also be a special aerial performance from Elevated Dreams Aerial Dance Studio students, along with enchanting music, scavenger hunts, witches brew, and exploring the Nature Center, and more. Reservations are not needed. Donation appreciated. For additional information contact the Nature Center at 805-693-0691 or visit www.clnaturecenter.org
