Namba Performing Arts Space’s Final Weekend of the 4th Annual Playwrights’ SPLASH Festival

Enjoy a solo show by award-winning writer Ben Kassoy.

Celebrating October is Mental Health Awareness Month

As part of its 4th Annual Playwrights’ Splash Festival, Namba Performing Arts Space is showcasing shows that delve into stories of resilience, courage, and the human experience. Presenting three performances with support from Ventura County Behavioral Health (VCBH), Mental Health Services Act, NAMBA is highlighting mental health awareness, support, and understanding within our community.

“Join us in making October a month of connection, support, and hope,” says Executive Director, Tamara Varney, “Together, we can raise awareness, reduce stigma, and build a stronger, more resilient community.”

Opening with a night of poetry on Friday October 18th at 6:30 pm, Ventura’s own Poet Laureate, Phil Taggart will present a multi-media poetry reading from his book Rick Sings to launch two nights of performances that encourage mental health awareness. Over 30 years ago, Phil’s brother Rick, living with mental illness, appeared on his doorstep, forever changing their lives. Through a mix of poetry, visuals, and narrative, Phil explores Rick’s journey, giving voice to mental illness, homelessness, and family trauma. This is more than just a reading—it’s an invitation to witness the raw, personal struggles of the dispossessed, presented with a level of vulnerability that only a homegrown artist like Phil can deliver.

On Friday October 18th at 8 pm delve into the raw and humorous exploration of mental health with “The Funny Thing About A Panic Attack,” a solo show by the award-winning writer Ben Kassoy. “The Funny Thing About A Panic Attack” brings to life poems from Ben Kassoy’s critically acclaimed book, using physical theater, dance, and traditional poetry readings to explore the intricate connections between mental health, art, and personal experiences. The show is a genre-defying blend of humor, heart, and defiant wonder in the face of anxiety, making it a compelling and relatable experience for audiences.

On Saturday October 19th at 7 pm, “Resilient AF: Rising to the Occasion”, written and performed by Kamakshi Hart, follows this heroine’s journey through the dark wood of shame and betrayal as she confronts the chilling ‘Silencer’ and reclaims her value and her voice. Acclaimed for the healing and compassion for trauma audience members receive, men and women alike laugh, cry, sing along and cheer as Hart’s cape-wearing ‘Super-Shero’, Resilience, wins the day in this inspiring tale of triumph over adversity.

Sunday, October 20, join us for Cristina Glezoro and Martin Arreola’s “Mictlan,” an immersive journey through Aztec mythology portrayed through dance, puppetry, and storytelling. This bilingual performance (in Spanish at 6 pm and in English at 7:30 pm) highlights the rich cultural heritage of Mexico.

Join NAMBA for a weekend of thoughtful, poignant, and insightful poetry and storytelling. Tickets for Friday and Saturday night are donation driven, no one turned-away, Sunday tickets are $20. Reserve seats at NambaArts.com. Namba Performing Arts Space, 47 S. Oak St, Ventura.

Electric vehicles and batteries can boost grid resilience

by David Goldstein, Ventura County PWA

In a world where energy demand by data centers for artificial intelligence, cryptocurrency and other uses is expected to double by 2026, do we still have room on local electric grids for a major boost in electric vehicle usage? According to the “Energy 2024” report of the International Energy Agency, an intergovernmental body under the umbrella of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, electric cars will have to compete with data centers increasing consumption from 460 terawatt-hours in 2022, to possibly more than 1,000 in 2026. This demand by data centers will be “roughly equivalent to the electricity consumption of Japan,” according to the report.

Kent Bullard, Field Representative for the Electric Vehicle Advocates of Ventura County, says many EV owners are prepared to help gird electric grids for the challenge. Bullard points to the solar panels on his roof in Ventura, and also to three batteries. Rather than drawing more power during peak periods, many, like Bullard, choose battery settings that provide a net benefit for grid resilience.

Bullard’s first two batteries, Tesla Powerwalls, are compact, rechargeable lithium-ion batteries that store energy from the grid and his solar panels. He keeps it at 20 percent reserve, chooses the “time-based control” setting, and subscribes to a 4 PM to 9 PM “time of use” rate structure from Southern California Edison. These three details are crucial for anyone wanting to benefit, rather than burden, the grid. The reserve level determines how much electricity he will keep in the battery at all times in case of an outage, the “control” setting determines whether your battery will discharge to the grid any electricity above the storage minimum, and the rate structure dictates when this discharge will occur.

These settings direct batteries to accumulate electricity when rates are low, which is also when electricity is more plentiful, and to “sell electricity back” to the utility at times of day when electricity is in shorter supply and rates are high.

Bullard’s third battery is in his new Cybertruck. “Once I get the Cybertruck’s system hooked up, I will be able use it like the Powerwall, but it’s almost 10 times bigger,” he said. Vehicle-to-grid and vehicle-to-home charging is an increasingly popular feature of electric vehicles, so it will greatly expand the number of future EV owners who can choose the three regenerative settings for bolstering the grid.

At my own home, one of my battery settings is not as virtuous as Bullard’s. My family keeps our battery at 50 percent reserve. My defense is personal trauma. Our home was damaged by the Thomas Fire and my wife’s work-from-home was interrupted by the many Public Safety Power Shutoffs and neighborhood reconstruction-related power outages that followed, so we may be overly cautious. Maybe we will relax and help the grid more during peak hours if power becomes scarce.

In celebration of National Drive Electric Week, Bullard and his group are coordinating electric vehicle promotions. On Sunday, October 6, noon to 4:30 p.m., at Ventura Harbor, EV Advocates, Ventura County Regional Energy Alliance (VCREA), and others will display cars and staff educational booths with information about incentives and opportunities for purchase of electric vehicles. The showcase of electric vehicles, on the main lawn, will include cars, vans, SUVs, trucks, bikes electric equipment, and vintage vehicle conversions displayed by their owners, who will be available to answer questions.

If you go to an EV event, ask the car owners whether they own a home-charging battery, and if they do, ask them, “What are your preferred settings?”

David Goldstein, Environmental Resource Analyst with the Ventura County Public Works Agency, may be reached at (805) 658-4312 or [email protected]

Ventura Council for Seniors: Free Speaker Series

The Ventura Council for Seniors (VCS) is hosting two upcoming events offering valuable information on topics relevant to the senior community. For more details about these free events, call 805-648-3035 or visit www.cityofventura.ca.gov/vcs.

  • Tuesday, October 15, 2024 – Elder Safety and Scam Prevention, presented by the Ventura Police Department.
  • Tuesday, November 19, 2024 – L.I.F.E. (Legal Information for Elders), presented by Grey Law.

Location:
Ventura Avenue Adult Center
550 N. Ventura Avenue
Ventura, CA 93001

Oxnard College Launches New Logistics Certificate Program

Oxnard College has launched its new Logistics Certificate program, made possible through a key partnership with the U.S. Navy and the Port of Hueneme. The new program will help train Ventura County residents to meet workforce needs at Naval Base Ventura County and the Port of Hueneme.

Oxnard College’s Logistics Certificate program includes four core courses designed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills in logistics. The 12-unit curriculum covers a range of topics including logistics systems, supply chain management, transportation systems and imports and exports. Graduates of the program will be qualified for potential employment in logistics at the Port and Naval Base Ventura County, among other logistics-related employers.

“We are thrilled to partner with Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division (NSWC PHD), and the Port of Hueneme on this important initiative for Ventura County’s residents,” shared Dr. Roberto Gonzalez, president of Oxnard College. “Through careful collaboration, we have partnered with the Port and NSWC PHD to train local workers, meet employers’ needs, and provide good-paying careers right here in our community.”

The global logistics market is booming, valued at $10.32 billion in 2017 and projected to reach $12.68 billion by 2023. This growth is driven by increased global trade, advancements in technology and the rise of e-commerce. The U.S. remains a key player, ranking among the top ten logistics markets worldwide. With a growing economy and increasing demand for efficient supply chains, the need for skilled logisticians is higher than ever. 

The logistics industry is a cornerstone of the global economy, with a projected 18% job growth from 2022 to 2032. This expansion, driven by increasing e-commerce and global trade, creates numerous opportunities for logisticians. In the U.S., third-party logistics providers are a significant market segment, expected to rise from $168.4 billion in 2017 to $266.1 billion by 2027.

In addition to the certificate program, Oxnard College is planning to offer an associate degree in Logistics. The degree is anticipated to be available starting in Fall 2025 and will involve researching transfer pathways, exploring articulation agreements with local universities and preparing necessary documentation for curriculum development. The eventual associate degree will help graduates transfer to four-year universities and advance their careers.

For more information about the Logistics Certificate program at Oxnard College, visit oxnardcollege.edu/logistics or contact Dr. Isaac Rodriguez Lupercio at [email protected].

Elder Scam Alert: How to Recognize and Prevent Fraud

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The City of Ventura’s website offers detailed information on common scams targeting people of all ages and backgrounds. Unfortunately, elderly individuals are particularly vulnerable to these crimes. It’s essential to stay informed, recognize warning signs, and know where to seek help.

The Grandparent Scam:
In this scam, victims receive a phone call from someone pretending to be their grandchild, claiming to be in jail, hospitalized, or recently involved in an accident. The scammers typically say they are out of state or in another country and need money wired to a “bail bondsman,” attorney, or other individual to resolve the emergency. The requested amounts have ranged from $500 to $5,000. To make the ruse more convincing, scammers may use phones with static to mimic a distant location.

This scam works by exploiting the emotions of caring, trusting seniors who are concerned for their grandchild’s safety. Some victims reported to the Ventura Police Department that, despite being suspicious, their worry and anxiety for their grandchild overshadowed their doubts. Others complied out of fear that the scammers had additional personal information about them or other family members. Sadly, some victims were initially too embarrassed to report the crime.

How to Protect Yourself:
Never follow instructions from someone on the phone who is asking for money or personal information. Take time to verify the caller’s story. For example, ask a question that only a family member would know the answer to. If you are suspicious, do not send any money—hang up and report the incident to the police.

You can also report scams online to the National Consumers League’s Fraud Center at www.fraud.org. They maintain a national repository of scam information and will ensure your report reaches the appropriate authorities. If you are the victim of a crime, report it immediately to the Ventura Police Department at 1425 Dowell Dr., Ventura, CA, or call 805-339-4400. Visit cityofventura.ca.gov for more information.

Vol. 18, No. 01 – Oct 2 – Oct 15, 2024 – The Pet Page

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Congress considers bill helping with costs of veterinary care, pet insurance

From the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) – avma.org

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), new bipartisan legislation introduced in Congress would help Americans manage the costs of veterinary care and pet insurance by including expenses for pets and service animals under tax-advantaged health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA).

The People and Animals Well-being (PAW) Act (H.R. 9508) amends Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regulations to allow pet owners to use their HSA or FSA accounts to cover up to $1,000 for veterinary care or a pet health insurance plan. These funds would be available for those with service animals as well within current HSA and FSA contribution limits.

The PAW Act aims to assist veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and individuals with disabilities by ensuring the IRS relies on an up-to-date federal definition of “service animal.” This includes animals trained to assist with both physical and mental disabilities.

Proposed legislation would allow pet owners to use health savings and flexible spending accounts for the costs of veterinary care and pet insurance.

With an annual inflation at or above 4% since 2021, surveys show pets owners are sensitive to the costs of veterinary care. As a consequence, they may put off a trip to the veterinary clinic to keep expenses down.

On September 9, Democratic Rep. Claudia Tenney, who represents New York’s 24th Congressional District, and Republican Rep. Deborah Ross, who represents North Carolina’s Second Congressional District, introduced the PAW Act, which has been referred to the House Ways and Means Committee.

“Our pets and service animals are cherished members of our families, and it’s essential that owners have the ability to pay for quality care,” Rep. Tenney said in a press release. “This legislation will help veterans, and all pet owners afford veterinary care for their beloved pets and service animals.”

“As a dog owner, I’m proud to introduce the bipartisan PAW Act that would include veterinary care and pet insurance as eligible expenses under HSAs and FSAs to help ensure every animal lover can afford care for their pet. I’m grateful for the partnership of Congresswoman Tenney and will keep working to see this bill signed into law,” Rep. Ross said in a statement.

The AVMA has endorsed the bill, along with the Human Animal Bond Research Institute and insurer MetLife. “Ensuring veterinary care and pet health insurance are eligible expenses under health savings and flexible spending accounts means more affordable care for pets, greater access to care for service animals, and an enhanced ability to detect and prevent zoonotic diseases,” AVMA President Sandra Faeh said.

Brian Jorgensen, head of Pet Insurance for MetLife, said the company “strongly” supports the PAW Act as it helps pet owners address unexpected veterinary expenses resulting from a pet’s illness or accident.

“This bill is a critical step towards promoting the health and well-being of pets by helping pet parents access the care their pets need while protecting their financial wellness. We are proud to support a bill that aligns with MetLife’s purpose of helping people care for their loved ones, both human and animal,” Jorgensen said.

Vol. 18, No. 01 – Oct 2 – Oct 15, 2024 – VCAS Pet of the Week

Meet Poppy and Peony: Ventura County Animal Shelter’s Pets of the Week!

Poppy and Peony are inseparable sisters with striking blue eyes, and they’re this week’s Ventura County Animal Shelter (VCAS) Pets of the Week! These bonded bunnies must be adopted together, as they thrive in each other’s company. House rabbits live longer, healthier lives with a companion, and there’s nothing sweeter than watching them play, groom, and snuggle. While Poppy and Peony are still a bit shy, they will blossom in a safe, loving indoor home where they can come out of their shells.

To learn more, visit the “Bunnies” page on VCAS.us or email [email protected].

Vol. 18, No. 01 – Oct 2 – Oct 15, 2024 – Ventura Music Scene

by Pam Baumgardner
VenturaRocks.com

The Seaside Highland Games return to the Ventura County Fairgrounds on Saturday and Sunday October 12 and 13 for their 20th outing. Both days will be chocked full of activities and live music, but Saturday does include the opening ceremonies and a Grand Parade at noon. In and around all the competitions such as heavy athletics, highland dancing, bagpiping and drumming, will be several bands include the Angry Brians, Ploughboys & Silo Rags, The Browne Sisters and more. If you’ve never attended (and whether you’re Scottish or not), I highly recommend this one for the entire family. Find out more at SeasideHighalndGames.org.

The second annual Panteon Fest will be held on Saturday, October 12, at Heritage Square in Oxnard. This celebration of Dia De Los Muertos is hosted by Pipiripau, a local brand representing the beauty of Mexican culture through apparel, art, and community events. You can help bridge the gap between generations in this day of unity and remembrance; tickets are only $15 and be purchased at PanteonFest.com.

This year’s Pier Under the Stars will be held on Saturday, October 5 featuring live classic rock from Ignition. The annual fundraiser for Pier Into the Future helps this non-profit organization help preserve and maintain Ventura’s pier. Find out more at PierIntoTheFuture.org.

Looking ahead in preparation for getting into the holiday spirit, you might want to secure your tickets now for the Ventura Music Festival’s final event of the year featuring the Grammy and Emmy Award winning, The King’s Singers. The early (4-6 pm) concert will be held on Saturday, December 14, at the Ventura Center for Spiritual Living on Laurel Street. Go to VenturaMusicFesstival.org for more information.

In a must dress for the occasion in order to gain entry, The Bloodsuckers Ball, will celebrate vampirism at the Majestic Ventura Theater on Saturday, October 12 with a performance by Eyeliner, a Bauhuas tribute band.

Boots & Bluegrass with the Van Allen Twins will be held at Boccali’s (on the east end of Ojai) on Thursday, October 3 (5:30 – 8 pm). This one is put on by the Ojai Valley Chamber of Commerce which also features quite the raffle (one of the prizes are two 50-yard line tickets for USC vs Penn State).

Quick Notes: John Waite (The Baby’s, Bad English and solo artist) plays the Oxnard Performing Arts Center on Friday, October 4; Shawn Jones Big Band plays the Grape on Friday, October 4; The next rock show at Bombay’s is set for Saturday, October 5 (6-8 pm) with Spam, Angie and the Nightmares and Duncan & the Dragonslayers; it’s a punk rock Saturday afternoon with One Square Mile, All-a-Blur, the Dissapointments and more at Vaquero y Mar on October 5; and the Mother Hips land at Ventura Music Hall for a show on Friday, October 11.

Do you have any music-related news or upcoming shows you want help publicizing? Please send all information short or long to [email protected], and for updated music listings daily, go to www.VenturaRocks.com.

Vol. 18, No. 01 – Oct 2 – Oct 15, 2024 – Music Calendar

For more listings, additional times and genres go to VenturaRocks.com

Aqua Beachfront Bar (Crowne Plaza)
450 E. Harbor Blvd., Ventura
Wed 10/2: Déjà vu Too
Fri 10/5: Colette Lovejoy Band
Wed 10/9: Big Adventure Duo

Beatrice Wood Center for the Arts
8585 N. Ojai Rd., Ojai
Sun 10/6: Chamber on the Mountain with Diana Tash & Armen Guzelimian
Sun 10/13: The Betty Bryant Trio w/ Richard Simon & Robert Kyle

Boatyard Pub
1583 Spinnaker Dr., Ventura
Music 6-9; except Thurs 4-9
Wednesdays: Frank Barajas
Thursdays: Jim Friery (4 pm ); Bluegrass Jam (6:30 pm)
Fri 10/4: Teresa Russell & Stephen Geyer
Sat 10/5: Epitome of Dreams
Fri 10/11: Karen Eden & the Bad Apples
Sat 10/12: Guy & Dave

Boccali’s Pizza
3230 Reeves Rd., Ojai
Thurs 10/3: Van Allen Twins

Bombay Bar and Grill
143 S. California St., Ventura
Thursdays: Ventura Blues Night
Sat 10/5: Spam, Angie and the Nightmares, Duncan & the Dragonslayers
Sat 10/12: Medicine Hat

Café Fiore
66 California St., Ventura
Wed 10/2: Bryan McCann
Fri 10/4: Instone
Wed 10/9: Edgar Thatcher
Fri 10/11: Otis Hayes
Sat 10/12: The High Revival

Copper Blues
591 Collection Blvd., Oxnard
Fri 10/4: Caliente Band 805
Fri 10/11: The Cousins
Sat 10/12: Adam & Sam

Deer Lodge
2261 Maricopa Hwy., Ojai
Sat 10/5: Ginger Merkin
Sat 10/15: The Roves
Sun 10/13: Etran de L’air

Duke’s Beach Grill
1124 S. Seaward Ave., Ventura
Sat 10/5: Karen Eden & the Bad Apples
Sat 10/12: Mark Masson

Feros Ferio
310 E, Ojai Ave., Ojai
Sun 10/13: Two Tossers

Four Brix
2290 Eastman Ave., Ventura
Fri 10/4: Doc Rogers Band
Fri 10/11: Wheeler Road

Garage
1091 Scandia Ave., Ventura
Fri 10/4: The Way
Sat 10/5: What the Funk
Fri 10/11: Buena Onda
Sat 10/12: The Renegades

Gigi’s Cocktails
2493 Grand Ave., Ventura
Sun 10/6: DOA, Single Mothers, MONK

The Grape
2733 E. Main St., Ventura
Tuesdays: The Gratitude Jazz Jam
Wed 10/2: RJ Mischo Blues
Thurs 10/3: SicNarf
Fri 10/4: Shawn Jones Big Band
Sat 10/5: Lenny LaCroix and Friends (2p); The Azar Lawrence Experience (8p)
Wed 10/9: Lewis Porter Quartet
Thurs 10/10: Danny Jonokuchi Quintet featuring Christian Wiggs
Fri 10/11: Barrelhouse Wailers
Sat 10/12: Smokey & Friends (2p); Groove Legacy with Tom Scott (8p)

Keynote
10245 Telephone Rd., Ventura
Thursdays: Open Mic

Leashless Brewing
585 E. Thompson Blvd., Ventura
Thurs 10/3: Jwadi
Fri 10/4: Skabone Stan
Sat 10/5: Heavy Rotation
Sun 10/6: Cody Gangle
Fri 10/11: Jayden Secor
Sat 10/12: Legalizer
Sun 10/13: Bo Torres and Friends

Libbey Bowl
210 S. Signal St., Ojai
Fri 10/4: Wild Child
Sun 10/6: Ojai Pops: Ventvm Qvintet
Sat 10/12: Which One’s Pink

Magnavino Cellars
961 Rice Ave., Oxnard
Fri 10/4: Nautical Thrus
Sat 10/5: Mack and D
Sun 10/6: 80’s Invasion

Majestic Ventura Theater
26 S. Chestnut St., Ventura
Tues 10/8: Flogging Molly, The Rumjacks
Fri 10/11: Twin Temple
Sat 10/12: Bodsuckers Ball with Eyeliner
Sun 10/13: Common Kings

Manhattan
5800 Santa Rosa Rd., Camarillo
Wed 10/2: Mary White
Thurs 10/3: Tony Maddox
Fri 10/4: Lisa Ritner and Friends
Sat 10/5: Jeanne Tatum Trio
Sun 10/6: Warren Takahashi
Wed 10/9: Robert Van
Thurs 10/10: Tom McMorran
Fri 10/11: Jeanne Tatum Trio
Sat 10/12: Pam and Hollywood
Sun 10/13: Robert Van

Margarita Villa
1567 Spinnaker Dr., Ventura
Fri 10/4: Joe Delia
Sat 10/5: Vinyl Gypsies
Sun 10/6: Doc Rogers Band
Fri 10/11: Colette Lovejoy Band
Sat 10/12: Brittney & B-sides
Sun 10/13: Smokey & Friends

Mrs. Olson’s
2800 Harbor Blvd., Oxnard
Wed 10/2: Subhumans, Bad Waitress
Fri 10/4: UnterKlub, COGEX
Sun 10/6: Teresa Russell
Sat 10/12: Cancerslug, Triangle Fire, Psychotic Barnyard, more…
Tues 10/15: DRI

Ojai Underground Exchange
616 Pearl St., Ojai
Thurs 10/3: Nigel Wearne
Fri 10/4: Scott Hirsch & Tom Heyman
Sat 10/5: Champagne Sunday
Sun 10/6: Claudia Nygaard
Thurs 10/10: Rosa Pullman & D Henry Fenton

Ojai Valley Brewing
307 Bryant St., Ojai
Fri 10/4: Ashun
Sat 10/5: Top Shelf Brass Band
Sat 10/12: Matterform

Ojai Women’s Club
441 E. Ojai Ave., Ojai
Wed 10/2: Bill Mackay, Austin Leonard Jones, David Israel, The Spires, more…

Oxnard Performing Arts Center
800 Hobson Way, Oxnard
Fri 10/4: John Waite

Panteon Fest
Heritage Square, 725 S. A St., Oxnard
Sat 10/12: Los Cool Arows, Loteria

Peirano’s
204 E. Main St., Ventura
Fri 10/11: The Elecktric Love In

Pier Under the Stars
750 E Harbor Blvd., Ventura
Sat 10/5: Ignition

Plan B Wine Cellars
3520 Arundell Cir., Ventura
Fri 10/4: Brandon Ragan Project

The Raven Tavern
1651 S. Victoria Ave., Oxnard
Fri & Sat 7:30 pm; Sundays 2 pm
Fri 10/4: Wheeler Road
Sat 10/5: Operation 90s
Sun 10/6: Jake McClelland
Fri 10/11: CRV
Sat 10/12: Vinyl Gypsies
Sun 10/13: Katie Shorey

Seaside Highland Games
Ventura County Fairgrounds
10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura
Sat 10/12: The Ploughboys, Stand Easy, Brian Caldwell & Paul Castellanos, Browne Sisters
Sun 10/13: The Ploughboys, Stand Easy, Brian Caldwell & Paul Castellanos, Browne Sisters

Strey Cellars
951 N. Rice Ave., Oxnard
Sat 10/5: Holgers Heros
Sun 10/6: The Renegades
Sat 10/12: 805 Social Club
Sun 10/13: The Dirty Lowdown

Tony’s Pizzeria
186 E. Thompson Blvd., Ventura
Thurs 10/3: Stevie Charman
Fri 10/4: CRV
Sun 10/6: House Arrest
Thurs 10/10: One People
Fri 10/11: Shaky Feelin
Sat 10/12: Cousins
Sun 10/13: Ignition

Topa Topa Brewing
4880 Colt St., Ventura
Tuesday: 10/8: Ventura Music Jams

Topa Topa Brewing
2024 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo
Fri 10/4: Gianna Bella
Fri 10/11: Chloe Bee

Twist on Main
454 E. Main St., Ventura
Tuesdays: 805 The Shakedown
Wed 10/2: Jazz Jam

Vaquero y Mar
435 E. Thompson Blvd., Ventura
Tuesdays: The Sea Hunter, Lowered Expectations
Sat 10/5: One Square Mile, All a Blur, The Dissapointments, more…
Wed 10/9: Up Country

Ventura College Performing Arts Center
4700 Loma Vista Rd., Ventura
Mon 10/7: The Laurel Project – Fortuna Wind Quintet

Ventura Harbor Village
1559 Spinnaker Dr., Ventura
Sat 10/5: Ruben Estrada and the Martinez Brothers

Ventura Music Hall
1888 E. Thompson Blvd., Ventura
Fri 10/4: Ceu, Paul Beaubrun
Sat 10/5: Citizen Soldier, Icon for Hire, Halocene
Fri 10/11: The Mother Hips
Sun 10/13: Mike Love & the Full Circle
Mon 10/14: Josiah Queen, String & Heart
Tues 10/15: The Philhar Monik

Ventura Townehouse
4900 W. Telegraph Rd., Ventura
Sat 10/5: Paperback Writer

Winchesters
632 E. Main St., Ventura
Music Fri 7 pm; Sat 3 pm; Sun 3 pm
Fri 10/4: Led Tasso
Sat 10/5: Bobby Hart & Friends
Sun 10/6: Karen Eden & the Bad Apples
Fri 10/11: Caught Red Handed
Sat 10/12: Mack and D
Sun 10/13: Ray Jaurique Trio