Eight Plays Make a Splash NAMBA Performing Arts Space presents the 5th Annual Emerging Playwrights’ Splash Festival, bringing eight award-winning productions from the Hollywood Fringe Festival to Ventura Sept. 19 through Oct. 24. Each summer, NAMBA volunteers travel to the Hollywood Fringe in search of compelling new voices and distinctive works that explore culture, identity, history The post NAMBA’s 5th Annual Emerging Playwrights’ Splash Festival appeared first on Ventura Breeze.

Where Great Art Is a Steal! Get ready to commit the perfect crime! The Ojai Art Center invites art lovers, collectors, and anyone who enjoys a little suspense to take part in the 12th Annual Great Art Theft, the Art Center’s unique and much-anticipated annual fundraiser. Tickets are now on sale for $100 for Ojai Art The post 12th Annual Great Art Theft – Ojai Art Center appeared first on Ventura Breeze.

In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the Ventura Botanical Gardens presents Nature’s Spirits – Flight of Our Ancestors, a colorful mini exhibit running Sept. 15 through Nov. 1, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Inspired by rich cultural traditions, including ancient Mayan mythology, the exhibit explores the hummingbird as a sacred messenger believed to carry messages from ancestors The post Nature’s Spirits: A Celebration of Heritage appeared first on Ventura Breeze.

The Ventura County Elections Division is hiring 300 Extra Help Vote Center Workers I/II to support the November 3 Gubernatorial Election. Vote Center Workers play an important role in helping voters, processing ballots, and supporting safe, secure, and efficient election operations at Vote Centers throughout Ventura County. Position Details Pay: $22.50–$25.50 per hour Experience: No prior experience required for Vote Center Worker The post Ventura County Elections Division Hiring Vote Center Workers appeared first on Ventura Breeze.

The land has been cleared for a 70-acre, state-of-the-art commercial composting center on Limoneira Company property in Santa Paula. The joint venture between Limoneira and Agromin will expand the existing 15-acre green waste composting facility, which Agromin has operated at the site since 2004. The expanded facility is expected to begin operations in the second The post Agromin, Limoneira Expand Composting Facility in Santa Paula appeared first on Ventura Breeze.

Discover how to grow crisp carrots, tender beets, zesty radishes, savory onions, and more in Ventura’s ideal climate! In this lecture, a UC Master Gardener will walk you through the best local varieties, harvesting techniques, and storage tips to keep your roots fresh longer. Leave with the knowledge to fill your kitchen with affordable, flavorful, The post Master Gardener Class: Garden to Table – Growing Root Vegetables appeared first on Ventura Breeze.

For more listings, additional times and genres go to VenturaRocks.com  Aloha Beach Festival Promenade Park, Shoreline Dr., Ventura Sat 9/5: Morie & the Heavy Hitters, Ska Daddyz, Jacob & the Good Vibes… Sun 9/6: Kainoa Tigers, Rising Son, Heavy Rotation, Top Shelf… American Pie Coffee House 2211 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo Fri 9/11: Hana Tabbara Sat The post Live Music Calendar Sept 2 – Sept 15 appeared first on Ventura Breeze.

By Pam Baumgardner of VenturaRocks.com – The Oxnard Jazz Festival returns this year after a late-breaking cancellation last year. And while “jazz” may be in the title of the event, other genres of music (blues, soul, R&B, Latin) will be offered over the weekend of September 10 – 13 at College Park in Oxnard. For The post Ventura Music Scene Sept 2 – Sept 15 appeared first on Ventura Breeze.

Ventura Breeze Staff – Ventura County Assessor’s Office Issues Public Advisory Regarding False Property Tax Claims Targeting Seniors The Ventura County Assessor‘s Office warns seniors and all local property owners about a current trend regarding misinformation on reducing or freezing property taxes. The Assessor’s Office has received numerous calls, emails, and in-person visits from property owners inquiring about The post False Property Tax Claims Targeting Seniors appeared first on Ventura Breeze.

For 30 years, Canine Adoption and Rescue League (CARL) has been saving Ventura County’s rescue dogs. Join us this September at our brand-new home to celebrate this milestone with a day of sun, sand, and wagging tails! New Location, Same Beach Vibes For our best year yet we’re moving to ‘olołkoy Beach Park, located at 1601 The post 26th Annual Pooch Parade – New Location appeared first on Ventura Breeze.