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.

By Canine Adoption and Rescue League –  Date: Sunday, Sept 13, 2026     Location: ‘olołkoy Beach Park, 1601 S. Harbor Blvd., Oxnard Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM 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 The post 26th Annual Pooch Parade appeared first on Ventura Breeze.

The Ventura Unified School District Board of Education voted Aug. 25 to sell two surplus properties for housing development in agreements totaling approximately $47.3 million – including a first-of-its-kind arrangement in Ventura County that will provide about 50 homes for District employees. Under the larger agreement, VUSD will sell its 24.88-acre Education Service Center property at The post VUSD Votes to Sell Washington School and Education Service Center Properties to Developers appeared first on Ventura Breeze.