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Thirteen-year-old to share her life with autism

Thirteen-year-old author Micaela Ellis will visit Hill Road Library at 12 p.m. on Sunday. August 18, to speak about her book, Autism over the Years: A Twelve Year Old’s Memoir. During this talk Micaela will share her perspectives on life as a kid with autism.

While expanding perceptions of autism, Micaela hopes to educate others on some of the challenges that people with autism might face and share the many opportunities for growth and learning that are available to children like her when they are respected and understood.

Micaela wrote Autism over the years as a way to share her experiences growing up with autism. She was diagnosed with autism at the age of two and a half and has spent the past decade learning, growing, and working to overcome the many challenges associated with this disorder. She is currently an eighth-grade student at the Lighthouse School of Ojai, a private school that specializes in educating children with unique learning profiles. In Micaela’s words:

“I wrote this memoir because I want to show people how I see the world, as a person with autism. I want to explain how my life has been different from many other people’s lives, and how certain thoughts and ideas came into my mind that other people did not understand. I want to share why I did things that seemed strange to others… I want to put an end to the idea that autism is a disease that needs a ‘cure.’ I want to put an end to autism being a taboo subject.”

This event is free and open to the public. For additional information, contact Linda Cherry, Librarian, at (805) 677-7180.

Hill Road Library is located at 1070 South Hill Road. Hours of service are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday through Sunday.

Mosquito sample tests positive for West Nile Virus

On July 2, 2019, the Ventura County Environmental Health Division (Division) received confirmation from the California Department of Public Health that mosquitos sampled from the City of Ventura during the last week in June tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). This is the first mosquito sample collected in 2019 from Ventura County to test positive for WNV. WNV is established in Ventura County and additional WNV positives are expected.

The Division monitors and controls mosquito breeding sources throughout Ventura County. All mosquito breeding sources in the area where this mosquito sample was collected will be inspected and treated if evidence of mosquito breeding is observed.

The Division also advises the public to take the following precautions to minimize exposure to WNV: Eliminate standing water from your property; make sure doors and windows have tight-fitting screens without holes; when outdoors wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts and limit activity especially at dawn and dusk; when outdoors apply insect repellent.

WNV can not only affect humans but can also affect horses. For information on WNV in horses, the owners should contact their veterinarian.

To report any potential mosquito breeding sources in Ventura County the public can call the mosquito complaint HOTLINE at 805/658-4310. The Division also provides mosquito eating fish to the public to use in non-maintained swimming pools, ornamental ponds and similar water features. To request mosquito-eating fish call 805/662-6582. To report wild birds that have died recently call the California Department of Public Health at 877-WNV- BIRD (877-968-2473).

To obtain information about mosquito control and surveillance efforts in Ventura County please visit the Division’s website: https://www.vcrma.org/vector-control-program.

Vol. 12, No. 22 – July 31 – Aug 13, 2019 – Ojai News & Events

Sandi White joins Villanova Preparatory School as Director of Development, bringing over 20 years of non-profit fundraising experience. Sandi is not new to Villanova; her daughter Lexi graduated from Villanova in 2008. Sandi served as Campaign Director at The Thacher School for the past three years.

Nicholas Root will serve as Associate Director of Development for Villanova Preparatory School. Nick previously worked as an advancement associate at Ave Maria University in Florida, where he graduated in 2018 with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing.

Mrs. White and Mr. Root will play integral roles in advancing the mission of Villanova by developing donor strategies and increasing fundraising opportunities.

“We are thrilled to have Sandi and Nick join the Villanova community,” said Nancy O’Sullivan, Head of School. “Their expertise and commitment to Villanova’s mission will be invaluable in fostering engagement and involvement with our stakeholders.”

Learn more at www.villanovaprep.org.

The Turtle Conservancy is offering a unique opportunity for volunteers to learn about and work with a collection of rare and endangered turtles and tortoises at our captive breeding center in Ojai.  Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. They will provide orientation and training.

One volunteer position is for an animal care assistant to work with keeper staff. They require a 4 hour shift minimum on any day(s) of the week, and weekend volunteers are especially welcome.

A second volunteer opportunity is for docents to lead small group tours of the approximately 8-acre facility, to explain the work being done with endangered turtles and tortoises worldwide and to introduce tour participants to the captive breeding facility in Ojai

The Turtle Conservancy is home to many threatened and critically-endangered species of turtle and tortoise from around the world, including from Africa, Asia, Mexico and more.

For more information and to apply as a volunteer, please visit www.turtleconservancy.org, or contact [email protected].

On Wednesday evening, August 14, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., Ojai native plant educator Lanny Kaufer will continue what has become a fun and popular new monthly activity. He’ll lead an Herb Walk up to a vista point above the Ojai Valley where participants can watch the simultaneous sunset and moonrise. Following the walk is an optional visit to Ojai Valley Brewery at Azu Restaurant to sample native plant infused beers.

After registering online, those participating will meet at the Park-and-Ride lot in downtown Ojai between 5:30 and 5:45 p.m. and carpool to the trailhead to minimize the crowded parking situation there. Participants will return to the Park-and-Ride by 9:00 p.m.

Register now at HerbWalks.com or by calling 805-646-6281. There is no pre-payment required for this walk, just a promise to let Kaufer know if your plans change. Registrants will receive a confirmation email with all necessary info a few days prior. No dogs or smoking, please.

NAWBO installs new Board

The Ventura County chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO VC) installed its new Board of Directors last week at the woman owned RELM Wine & Beer Bistro in Camarillo as part of its summer Celebration. Marsha Bailey, founder of Women’s Economic Ventures installed the new slate of officers who represent a broad spectrum of industries, leadership and business acumen.

2019-2020 NAWBO Ventura County Board of Directors

  • President – Lynnette Coverly, Coverly Professional Services
  • Immediate Past President – Diane de Mailly, DDM Metering Systems, Inc.
  • Secretary – Lisa Rule, The Acorn Newspapers and Beyond The Acorn Magazine
  • Membership Director – Kamie Abraham, Sagemark Consulting
  • Programs Director – Rose Hayden-Smith, Shine Communications
  • Public Policy/Advocacy Director – Dawn Dyer, Dyer Sheehan Group, Inc.

Newly inducted NAWBO VC President Lynnette Coverly outlined exciting plans for the new year. She plans to launch quarterly idea-sharing Membership Meet-Ups to allow members to get to know each other in a more relaxed environment. She also announced ideas to reenergize the chapter’s monthly meetings, which includes holding them throughout the County, incorporating breakfast and lunch time-frames, and co-hosting networking activities and educational workshops with community partners. “I’m thrilled at the momentum our chapter is gaining and I look forward to continuing to offer a collaborative, educational and supportive environment for women business owners throughout our county.”

The Board of Directors is joined by active leadership Chairs Andi Malone (Infinity Gifts, Baskets & Balloons) who will lead the Mastermind program and fundraising activities, Doris Muna (Dorothea Essences) who will be developing corporate partnerships, Seana-Marie Sesma (Your PR Girls and MaryJane Services Network) overseeing the Mentor program and special events, and Brenda Terzian (Doug Terzian Construction) as the chapter’s Community Liaison.

Established in 1996, NAWBO Ventura County has been furthering the aspirations of our growing community of women business owners throughout the county for over 23 years. The chapter serves women business owners from the west end of the county, including Ventura, Oxnard, Ojai, and throughout the Conejo Valley, east to Simi Valley and Moorpark, Newbury Park, Thousand Oaks and Westlake Village. In addition to monthly meetings featuring instructive speakers and dynamic panelists, the chapter hosts networking activities and events, including its annual BRAVO celebration honoring the Woman Business Owner of the Year among others. NAWBO VC also takes an active role in supporting favorable business legislation through a state-wide public policy forum. The national organization, NAWBO, has over 80 chapters across the United States. Membership is open to women solopreneurs, small to mid-size business owners, partners and corporate owners as well as those companies that support women-owned businesses. Learn more: www.nawbovc.org.

Ventura Port District powers into new fiscal year

With the recent approval of a 2019-2020 budget and new leaders on board, the Ventura Port District is moving full steam ahead into the new fiscal year.

Under the leadership of the district’s new general manager, Brian Pendleton, appointed on May 1, and with the addition this month of Commissioner Mike Blumenberg, the Ventura Board of Port Commissioners is poised to oversee the completion of several major enterprises in the months ahead.

Topping the list is the Ventura Harbor Village Marina Dock Improvement Project; now in progress, the $4.6 million project aims to greatly bolster the harbor’s commercial fishing industry as one of the largest commercial marinas on the West Coast.

The Ventura Port Commission also awaits the 2020 opening of Portside Ventura Harbor, a coastal 300-unit mixed-use residential development. In addition, the Port District is heading up a painting refresh of Ventura Harbor Village to introduce new sea-inspired hues this fall.

Settling into his new post, Blumenberg said he is excited to serve as a part of Ventura Harbor’s bright future.

“The harbor is a great and unique property,” said Blumenberg, a Ventura resident with a long professional history in engineering, ocean engineering and project management. “You’ve got everything at the harbor: commercial fishing, retail, recreation, restaurants, scenic beauty, and an opportunity to enhance the experience for our residents and visitors alike.”

“As a commissioner, I will support the Ventura Port District staff and harbor tenants to be able to take it to the next level,” Blumenberg said. “I look forward to assisting the harbor to continue to position itself as a major economic driver for the city.”

Raised in Milwaukee, Blumenberg entered the Naval Academy out of high school and served 24 years in uniform. After his naval career, he joined the Northrop Grumman Corporation, ultimately becoming a program manager. Three and a half years ago, he moved his family to Ventura, where he remains at Northrop Grumman – and now in a role that has him working with the Navy again. “It’s kind of coming back to my roots,” he said.

It was a natural for Blumenberg to offer his services on the Ventura Port Commission, based on his knowledge and experience, his love of the sea and his call to civic duty. “I think it’s important that everyone finds a way to serve the community, to make it better,” he said.

Blumenberg’s four-year term on the Port Commission began on July 1. He joins Chris Stephens, board chairman; Brian Brennan, vice chairman; Everard Ashworth; and Jackie Gardina, who was appointed to the commission in March.

The Ventura Port District, home to the Channel Islands National Park, provides a safe and navigable harbor and a seaside destination that benefits residents, visitors, fishermen and boaters, allowing them to enjoy Ventura Harbor’s exceptional facilities, events and services.

For more information, visit VenturaHarbor.com.

Vol. 12, No. 22 – July 31 – Aug 13, 2019 – Events

Events by Ana Baker

Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice classes: First Tuesday of the month from 1- 2:30 p.m. free classes on managing life with Type 2 and Pre-Diabetes. Learn about meal planning, exercise, blood sugar monitoring, medication management and new developments for living with diabetes.

Second Monday of the month from 4 – 5 p.m. invites you to join a free joint replacement classes and learn what to expect pre and post-surgery. Learn about home safety, rehabilitation, medication and recovery.

Wednesdays evenings from 6:30 – 8 p.m. free adult bereavement support groups to individuals who have experienced a loss within the last 2 ½ years. The support groups help improve understanding of the grief process, decrease emotional pain, provides emotional and educational support, and rediscover a sense of hope. Classes take place at 1996 Eastman Ave.
The Compassionate Friends of West Ventura County is a support group for those who have experienced the loss of a child. Parents, grandparents, and siblings (over age 14) are all welcome. First and third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 at the Pointsettia Pavilion, Canada Larga room, 3451 Foothill Road.  Laura Lindsay at (805) 836-9100.

Ventura Poinsettia Dance Club Monday nights 7:30 – 9:45 p.m. Poinsettia Pavilion. Ballroom, swing, Latin and line dancing. $10 members, $12 non-members. Free dance lessons 6:45 – 7:15p.m. Call Rick (805) 415-8842 for more information.

Ventura Discussion Group meeting at Main Street Restaurant 3159 Main St., Wednesday from 4 – 5:45 p.m. Several people usually stay for a drink and a bite to eat afterward. Bring an interesting topic to discuss.

Ventura’s ACBL Duplicate Bridge Club offers games for all levels of play.  Learn the game, play with your peers, and earn master points while you are having fun.  There is a game every day of the week.  Check out their website at www.vcbridge.org

Country Western Line Dancing every Tuesday 7 – 9 p.m. Instruction every night. Located at the Moose lodge, 10269 Telephone Road. More information at countrylovers.com.

Cross Town Hikers on Wednesday nights for a moderate-paced hike that includes views of Ventura from the cross, a walk out to the end of the pier, and a stroll along the Promenade back to the Museum. Four miles with an 800-foot elevation gain. Meet at 7 p.m. sharp at the fountain across the street from the Mission. Join Facebook page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/groups/800215670039426/

The members of the Ventura Investment Group meet on Mondays for an informal discussion of recent economic events.  Topics cover current events that affect stocks, funds, real estate, and interest-bearing investments.  The meeting is from 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf at Telephone Road and Main Street.  Visitors and potential members are welcomed.  There are no dues or requirements to participate, and all levels of experience are welcomed.

First Wednesday, of each month, 6 – 10 p.m., Gold Coast Modular Railroad Club meets at the Murphy Auto Museum, Oxnard. Now exhibiting Saturdays and Sundays, 10 – 4 p.m.  Visitors and new members are welcome. Member initiation fee $10, monthly dues $20, $10 for Juniors. Murphy Auto Museum, 2230 Statham Blvd., Oxnard.  www.gcmrc.com. For more information, call (805) 229-7429.

Musicians’ Sober Support Meetup @ FIND (A Friend in Deed) every Monday night 7 – 9 p.m. Bring acoustic instrument(s) for jamming after sharing support for sobriety.

Bell Arts-Studio 39-432 Ventura Ave. For further information [email protected].

The Ventura County Philatelic Society meet on the first and third Mondays each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Church of the Foothills, 6279 Foothill Rd.Admission and parking are free. Contact: Bill Garner (805) 320-1601 or [email protected]

Mended Hearts of Ventura. Come share if you have had heart surgery or stent implant. Group meets the first Tuesday each month at Lemon Wood Mobile Park, 850 Johnson Dr. They have excellent speakers, leading cardiologists, nutritionists, dietitians from our area. Contact Richard Hatcher at (805) 644-2733.

Ongoing, first Wednesday of each month, 6 – 9 p.m., Gold Coast Modular Railroad Club meets at the Murphy Auto Museum.  Visitors and new members are welcome. Member initiation fee $10, monthly dues $20, $10 for Juniors. Exhibiting Saturdays and Sundays, 10 – 4 p.m. Murphy Auto Museum, 2230 Statham Blvd., Oxnard. For more information, www.gcmrc.com, or call (805) 407-6717.

Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDa) is a 12-step fellowship of men and women whose common purpose is recovery from codependence in the development and maintenance of healthy relationships. Every Friday at 6 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 5654 Ralston (enter through side door off parking lot). Further information Deva 805-814-5650 or Maryann

The Ventura Retired Men’s Group continues to seek those who might enjoy spending some relaxed time at a social lunch meeting at 11 a.m. on the first and/or third Tuesdays monthly at the Ventura Elks lodge on Knoll Drive. If this sounds inviting to you, a call to Bob Likins at 805-587-1233 will provide details for visiting with us for your complimentary lunch.

The Ventura Rotary Club, Ventura Downtown Lions Club and the Salvation Army of Ventura have partnered to bring the community a free Eye Clinic. The goal and vision are to provide free eyeglasses for those in need. Patients are seen each Tuesday from 9 – 11a.m., walk-ins only first come first served. The Eye Clinic is located inside the Salvation Army Hope Center. 155 S Oak St.

The Ventura County Philatelic Society meets the first and third Mondays each month 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Church of the Foothills, 6279 Foothill Road. Admission and parking are free. Stamp trading and camaraderie. For more information [email protected] or (805) 320-1601.

August 4: Old-Time Country Bluegrass Gospel Music Assoc. Sunday 2-4 p.m. at the Poinsettia Pavilion, 3451 Foothill Rd. Music on stage. Jamming Room Open. Free Admission, free parking and open to Public. For more information call 805-517-1131 or visit Facebook: OTCBGMA

August 4: Totally Welcome Song Circle is on Sunday at 2 p.m. Located at NAMBA 47 S Oak St.

Suggested donation $8-$15, no one turned away. A Community Song Circle is not a performance. It comes together like an ocean wave, and then disbands leaving only healing vibrations. There is no audition, no rehearsal, no preparation, no reading music, and often no instrumentation.

August 5: Heather Hewson and Leslie Hall will host the first Write Night Ventura at Tatiana’s Coffee & Tea 2740 E. Main Street, 6 – 9 p.m. and continuing the first Monday of every month. All writers welcome from already published to beginner, of all ages 18+, of all backgrounds.

What to bring: paper, a pen or pencil, $10 suggested donation, and a few dollars to buy coffee or food. As space is limited, it’s recommended to RSVP by text or call to (805) 651-9142 or email [email protected].

August 7: BCNN is a women’s social club open to ladies who reside in Ventura, Oxnard and Pt Hueneme.

Monthly Coffee-Speaker meetings are held on the 1st Wednesday of each month from 9:30 – 11 a.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 36 Figueroa St. Parking is on Santa Clara Avenue. Guests are welcome a couple times before becoming a member; dues are $30/year. Speaker will be Detective Nick Odenath, a 16-year veteran of the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, works on the Human Trafficking Task Force. Learn more at http://www.bcnnwomensclub.org/.

August 8: Ventura Holistic Chamber of Commerce will be hosting their monthly meeting on Thursday 11:15 – 1 p.m.  This month’s topic is “Using Your Gifts and Talents to Make A Difference”.  Please join us for lunch and fun at The Greek Mediterranean Restaurant, 1583 Spinnaker Dr.  $20 fee includes lunch, beverage and gratuity.  Bring a Raffle Prize for an extra opportunity to showcase your business.   RSVP Julie Ridenour, Chapter President, (805) 223-1207.

August 9: The General George S. Patton, Jr. Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution
April luncheon meeting will take place at 11:30 a.m. Friday, in the Poinsettia Pavilion, 3451 Foothill Road. The program Is TBD and will be presented by Mr. Eric Stassforth. All SAR & DAR
Compatriots, friends, and visitors are welcome to join us.  If you choose to join us for
lunch, cost is $20 per person.  For additional information please call Bill Bays (805) 650-3036 or Robert Taylor (805)216-7992. For information regarding SAR membership and chapter activities, please
visit the chapter website at http://pattonpatriots.org.

August 10: Gardening Class: Flowers in Low-Water Gardens on Saturday, 10 -11:30 a.m.

Green Thumb Nursery 1899 S. Victoria Ave. This class will cover a variety of perennials, colorful shrubs, flowering succulents, hedges and trees that can help make low-water gardens colorful and attractive all year.

August 29: Summer Open House at the Ventura Water Reclamation Facility. 1400 Spinnaker Drive from 4 -7 p.m. RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-open-house-tickets-64643507471

Residents, students and families are invited to this unique community event. Tour Ventura’s wastewater treatment facility, meet industry leaders, hear from regional partners, and learn more about Ventura’s future water solutions. Adults and kids are welcome. Admission is free. Space is limited. Please RSVP to ensure admission.

Vol. 12, No. 22 – July 31 – Aug 13, 2019 – Movie Review

Movie Review by Cindy Summers
The Lion King
3 palm trees out of 4

The Lion King is the new CGI photorealistic release of the Disney animated classic originally released in 1994. Directed by Jon Favreau, who also did the CGI remake of Disney’s Jungle Book, Written by Jeff Nathanson with Pharrell Williams producing a new soundtrack of the original Elton John/Tim Rice songs. The voices are done by many notable stars: Donald Glover as Simba, James Earl Jones as Mufasa, Billy Eichner as Timon, Seth Rogen as Pumbaa, Chiwetel Ejiofor as Scar, and Beyoncé Knowles as Nala.

The story takes place in the African savanna, where Mufasa is the Lion King who regally and responsibly rules the pride lands which he will turn over to his young son Simba when Mufasa’s time is done. As a young cub, Simba is taught the ways to rule by his father, and spends is days playing and adventuring with a female cub Nala, the future queen.

All the animals in the pride lands recognize Simba as the future king except Scar, Mufasa’s brother who believe’s he should be king and gathers the hyenas for support in undermining Mufasa’s plan to have Simba lead the pride. As a helpless cub, Simba finds himself exiled by Uncle Scar and matures away from the pride under the care and friendship of a warthog Pumbaa and his pal Timone the meerkat.

Nala decides to leave the pride to find help in saving the pride lands from destruction under Scar’s rule and stumbles upon Simba. Though conflicted with confusion and guilt, Simba makes the decision to return with Nala to discover the truth and assume his role as king.

Seth Rogan’s comedic prowess is perfect in the role of Pumbaa, and a standout in the cast which includes many other notable stars among them John Oliver as Zazu, Keegan-Michael Key as Kamari and Alfre Woodard as Sarabi. I watched the 3D version and often felt immersed in the African jungle with visuals bordering national geographic realism and some scenes seeming so real they may be disturbing for young, sensitive viewers

The filmmakers used motion capture and VR (virtual reality)/AR technologies, an interactive experience of a real-world environment where the objects that reside in the real-world are enhanced by computer-generated perceptual information, with the production team combining VR technology with cameras in order to film the remake in a VR-simulated environment. Even new software had to be developed for the movie to simulate scenes with a shaky-cam look of a handheld camera, a look that tends to be popular in today’s live action filming.

The real life visual effects are extraordinary, though the storyline is identical to the original animated version so there is nothing new in this version for those who know the story, but it’s a wonderful story of family and friendship that is priceless and timeless.

Rated PG 110m

Vol. 12, No. 22 – July 31 – Aug 13, 2019 – Music Calendar

For more events go to VenturaRocks.com

Blue Agave
185 E. Santa Clara
Fridays: Mariachi Band; DJ
Saturdays: DJ

The Blue Room
Ventura Harbor Village
(Next to Comedy Club)
Thursdays: Gypsy Blues Band

Boatyard Pub
Ventura Harbor Village
Monday-Thursday 6 pm, Friday & Saturday 7 pm
Mondays: Milo Sledge
Tuesdays: Jason Ho/Frank Barajas
Thursdays: Bluegrass Jam

Bombay Bar & Grill
143 S. California Street
Thursdays, Friday & Saturdays: DJs
Sunday 2-7: DJs

Café Fiore
66 S. California Street
Wed 7/31: Bryan McCann
Fri 8/2: Instone
Sat 8/3: Rick Whitfield
Sun 8/4: Babylon Rockers

Casa Bella
391 E. Main Street
Thursdays: Danny D.

Cask Alehouse
5952 Telegraph Road
Music 4-6 pm
Sun 8/4: Meg & Alex
Sun 8/11: Grayson Button

The Cave
4435 McGrath Street
5:30 – 8:30 pm
Weds & Saturdays: Varon Thomas
Thurs & Fridays: Warren Takahashi

Copa Cubana
Ventura Harbor Village
Music 7 pm; Sundays 4 pm
Tuesdays: The Jerry McWorter Trio
Wednesdays: Al Macias Jazz Open Mic
Fri 8/2: Nuestro Band
Sat 8/3: Ruben Estrada & Martinez Brothers
Sun 8/4: Brand Ragan Project
Fri 8/9: Miguelito Leon y su Cachimba
Sun 8/11: House Arrest

Crown Plaza
Agua Beachfront Bar
450 E. Harbor Blvd
Music 6-8 pm
Fridays: Brittney &Ben

Dargan’s Irish Pub & Restaurant
593 E. Main Street
Sun 8/5: Sunday Drivers (4 pm)

Discovery
1888 Thompson Blvd
Thurs 8/1: The Green, Leilani Wolfgramm
Fri 8/2: Renegades of Rage
Sat 8/3: The Stranger
Sun 8/4: BombayFiya
Fri 8/9: Nearvana
Sat 8/10: Corazon de Mana
Sun 8/11: Sgt. Pepper

Duke’s Griddle n Grill
1124 S. Seaward
Wednesdays: Karaoke

El Rey Cantina
294 E. Main Street
Fridays: DJ
Saturdays: DJ

Four Brix Winery
2290 Eastman Avenue
Music 6 – 8:30 pm
Fri 8/2: Déjà vu Too

Garage
1091 Scandia Avenue
Fri 8/2: 54 Reasons, Dr. Infinity, Break the Tides, T.S.R.
Sat 8/3: The Sleeping Sea King, Electric Howlers, Brenna & Sean (The Last Gang)

Gigi’s Cocktails
2493 Grand Avenue
(805) 642-2411
Thurs, Fri & Sat: Karaoke

Golden China
760 S. Seaward
(805) 652-0688
Karaoke seven nights a week 9 pm
Tuesdays 7 pm: Open Mic

Grapes and Hops
454 E. Main Street
Wed & Thurs 6 pm; Fri & Sat 8 pm, Sun 4 pm
Sat 8/10: Brandon Ragan Project

Hong Kong Inn
435 E. Thompson Blvd
Fri 8/2: Club Fallout’s Tech 805
Sat 8/3: The Crawfish
Sun 8/4: RJ Mischo & His Red Hot Blues Band, Doc Ventura

Keynote Lounge
10245 E. Telephone Road
Tues, Wed and Sun: Karaoke
Thursdays: Open mic night
Fri 8/9: DJ AVG
Sat 8/10: Wax Off

Leashless Brewing
585 E. Thompson Blvd.
Tues: Open Mic, The Listening Room

Limon y Sal
598 E. Main Street
Fridays: DJ
Saturdays: DJ
Sundays: Instone (1-4 pm)

Made West Brewing
1744 Donlon Street
Thurs 6 pm; Sat 4 pm; Sun 3 pm
Thurs 8/1: RJ Bloke
Sat 8/3: The Inside Break
Sun 8/4: RJ Mischo & His Red Hot Blues Band
Thurs 8/8: Will Breman
Sat 8/10: Bill Bloomer
Sun 8/11: 50 Sticks of Dynamite

Majestic Ventura Theater
26 S. Chestnut Street
Sat 8/3: Astreyas, Cool Arrows, Cruda, DNA
Fri 8/9: Como la Flor

Margarita Villa
Ventura Harbor Village
Fri 8/2: Corsican Brothers
Sat 8/3: Sin Chonies
Sun 8/4: Mark Masson
Fri 8/9: Operation 90s
Sat 8/10: Bejammington
Sun 8/11: James Broz

Namba
47 S. Oak Street
Fri 8/9: John Biggs

Oak and Main
419 E. Main Street
Tuesdays: Beers Brothers Open Mic
Thurs 8/8: Dylan Garcia
Fri 8/9: Colette Lovejoy Band
Sat 8/10: Johnny & the Love Handles

O’Leary’s
6555 Telephone Road
Wed: Karaoke

Olivas Adobe
4200 Olivas Park Drive
Music Under the Stars series
Sat 8/3: Four Lads from Liverpool
Sat 8/10: Identity Theft

Paddy’s
2 W. Main Street
Wednesdays: Karaoke
Fri & Sat: DJs

Plan B Winery
3520 Arundell Circle
Music 4 pm
Sun 8/11: Ignition

Prime
2209 E. Thompson Blvd
Tuesdays: Danny D.

Salzer’s Records
5777 Valentine Road
Music 2 pm
Sun 8/11: Pepper (acoustic set)

Sandbox Coffeehouse
204 E. Thompson Blvd
805-641-1025
Thurs 6 pm, Weekends noon
Thursdays Open Mic
Sat 8/3: Eaton Young

Sans Souci
21 S. Chestnut
Sundays: DJ Darko
Mondays: Karaoke w/ Brian Parra
Tuesdays: DJ Nick Dean
Wednesdays: Open mic
Thursdays: DJ Spinobi
Fri 8/9: Word of Mouth, The Swinging Nixons

The Shores Restaurant
1031 Harbor Blvd, Oxnard
Thursdays: Karaoke

The Star Lounge
343 E. Main Street
Sat 8/3: CRV

The Tavern
211 E. Santa Clara Street
(805) 643-3264
Sundays: DJ Steezy Steve
Tuesdays: Karaoke
Thursdays: Get Right DJ
Wed 7/31: Operation Oxnard, Civil Conflict, Las Criaturas
Wed 8/7: Old Blood
Fri 8/9: The Black Stripes

Topa Mountain Winery
821 W. Ojai Avenue, Ojai
Music Saturdays: 5-7; Sundays 4-6
Sat 8/3: Karen Eden
Sun 8/4: Conner Cherland
Sun 8/11: Alec Ledbetter

Ventura County Fair
10 W. Harbor Blvd
Grandstand Stage
Wed 7/31: Styx
Thurs 8/1: Martina McBride
Fri 8/2: Melissa Etheridge
Sat 8/3: The Ohio Players, The Emotions, Evelyn “Champagne” King
Sun 8/4: Banda Carnaval, Luis Coronel, Cuarto de Milla
Mon 8/5: X Ambassadors
Tues 8/6: Tommy James & the Shondells; Brothers Osborne
Wed 8/7: Daughtry
Thurs 8/8: George Thorogood & the Destroyers
Fri 8/9: Collective Soul

Ventura Harbor Village
1583 Spinnaker Drive
Music 1-4 pm
Saturdays: Steel Drums
Sun 8/4: Blown Over
Sun 8/11: Karen Eden & the Bad Apples

Winchester’s
632 E. Main Street
(805) 653-7446
Music at 7:00 pm; Sundays at 5 pm
Fri 8/2: Milo Sledge & Co.
Sat 8/3: The Tossers
Sun 8/4: Preston Smith
Fri 8/9: Blues Bullet (unplugged)
Sat 8/10: J2B
Sun 8/11: Acoustic Crossroads

The 805 Bar
Ventura Harbor
Music at 11 am – 1 pm Fri & Saturday
4-7 pm Saturday
Saturdays: Kenny Devoe
Sundays: Kenny Devoe

The Salvation Army bids farewell to the Simoes family

Foto: The Simoes move on to Portland.

by Richard Lieberman

The Advisory Board, along with the Downtown Rotary Club, Lion and the Kiwanis recently held a farewell BBQ for the Simoes family. Silvia Benetti Simoes, Lieutenant along with her husband Favio Simoes and their children bid farewell to Ventura after five years of service with the Salvation Army in Ventura.

“The best thing we were able to do in Ventura was engage with the community to help people and to build up a relationship with people from different areas of the community.” Said Silvia Simoes.

Favio Simoes added “the opportunity for me to have helped people get back to a normal life, and to offer to people not just shelter and food, but just to offer hope, many just need hope.

The Simoes have been reassigned to Portland and will be working at Salvation Army headquarters at the Cascade division.

“We love Ventura and it will always remain in our hearts.” Said Silivia Simoes. “We were so happy to be able to work with so many organizations in Ventura that welcome the Salvation Army.” She added

Favio Simoes began teaching music to youth in Ventura seven years ago and after that leaders at Salvation Army offered him a chance to attend the Salvation Army Training College to become an officer. After training they were assigned to Ventura chapter as their first appointment. “We felt that god was calling us to serve a full -time ministry, and that’s how we got to Ventura.”

“I will never forget what we were able to do to help Ventura Citizens after the Thomas fire to help bring people back to normalcy “said Favio. “It was amazing to see people from all different areas come together to help people in Ventura.” Added Silvia.

The Breeze wishes the Simoes our best at their new assignment. Ventura will miss their presence and good work.