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Madison Lomis’ digitally rendered design took first place. All of the Poster Contest entries will be displayed in the Youth Expo.

Ventura Ventura Mayor Erik Nasarenko welcomes the attendees to the anniversary celebration. County Fair Poster Contest Celebrating 30 winners years of farm announced fresh goodness

This was the twenty-seventh year the VPD has participated in the annual LETR.

Torch Run benefits Ventura County Special Olympics

The 2016 Ventura County Fair has announced the winners of the 2016 Poster Contest. The contest was open to County youth in grades 5 – 12. 16-year-old Madison Lomis of Ventura rendered the winning 2016 poster illustration digitally, a first for the Ventura County Fair. Madison is a

student at Buena High. She devotes her free time to drawing, both traditional and digital and perfecting her various artistic techniques. The poster illustration depicts a bird’s eye view of the Ventura County Fair with a full moon setting over the ocean Continued on page 2

On Thursday, June 9 employees from the Ventura Police Department (VPD) once again participated in the annual Southern California Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) benefiting Ventura County Special Olympics. The Ventura Police Department participated in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run benefiting Ventura County Special Olympics today! Members of the VPD, SWAT team, Patrol Task Force Unit, City of Ventura employees, agents from the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and Special Olympics Athletes met at the steps of City Hall and carried the Special Olympics’ Torch, also known as the Flame of Hope, through the streets of Ventura passing off to the Oxnard Police Department at the city limit. The LETR is an international fundraising and public awareness campaign for the Special Olympics and is comprised Drought resistant plants and collecting water from the air are ways the VBG is helping conserve of the Torch Run, Tip-A-Cop, and other water. fundraising events. For over twenty-five years, Ventura County law enforcement agencies have been raising tens of thousands of dollars annually to benefit It’s not news to say that California is resources, is initiating an experimental Special Olympics of Ventura County. The currently experiencing an unprecedent- fog collection project. money helps Ventura County Special ed drought. What is news is the way that Fog collection can harvest signifiOlympics to offer free, year round, sports the Ventura Botanical Gardens (VBG) cant amounts of water per foggy day, training and competition to over 700 has decided to approach the problem. factoring in daily and seasonal variables. individuals with intellectual disabilities Using emerging technologies designed The VBG project is designed to collect ages eight years and up, who participate to provide greater new water options, and measure water from Ventura’s atin seventeen sports at forty-five training the VBG, with an interest in reducing mosphere on foggy days; the foggier the Continued on page 24 additional impact on current water sites throughout Ventura County.

Water out of thin air

The Downtown Ventura Farmers’ Market celebrated its 30th Birthday on Saturday, June 4. The Downtown Ventura Farmers’ Market marks its 30th year with a birthday bash! The celebration included a wide variety of entertainment including a chef demonstration, customer appreciation booths, children’s booth with free face painting, arts and crafts, Gene West (Toy Maker), the Jerry McWorter and the Hot Roux Band and more! Ventura Mayor Erik Nasarenko (in photo)and Councilmember Carl Morehouse addressed the crowd. Morehouse was wearing his very old Farmer’s Market T-shirt that he still gardens in. Supervisor Steve Bennett also addressed the crowd which included Councilmember Christy Weir. Special food offerings included BBQ from the Busy Bee Café and food trucks.

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Nearly 300 women and men attended non-profit Women’s Economic Ventures’ (WEV) annual Empowerment is Priceless event held on May 12th at the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach Hotel. The breakfast fundraiser recognized WEV’s 2016 Trailblazer, Business of the Year and Volunteer of the Year award winners. WEV clients also shared their personal experiences as entrepreneurs and how their businesses have evolved as a result of their involvement with WEV. WEV’s Trailblazer Award is presented each year to a woman who is a pioneer in her industry, exemplifying courage, vision and the tenacity to overcome barriers. This year, WEV honored Kate McLean, former president of the Ventura County Community Foundation and a leading advocate for social good in the Ventura community. The 2016 WEV Business of the Year award went to Reyna Chavez, owner of Scrubs on the Run Uniforms and Accessories, Inc., one of the region’s only providers of highquality scrub uniforms and accessories for medical professionals.

Second place was awarded to 12-year-old Anna Sorensen.

Third place was awarded to 13-year-old Carys Garvey.

VC Fair Poster Contest winner Continued from page 1 and Channel Islands in the distance. In the foreground are the silhouettes of palm trees framing a colorful Carnival Midway with Rides and Games The winning artwork will be used as the featured art for the 2016 Ventura County Fair poster and in marketing materials and souvenirs. Second place was awarded to 12-yearold Anna Sorensen of Simi Valley for her acrylic painting of the Ferris wheel soaring over a beautiful ocean sunset, framed by prize winning livestock. Third place was awarded to 13-year-old Carys Garvey of Ventura for her colored pencil rendition of prize winning sheep looking out over the carnival with the ocean and the Channel

Islands off in the distance. The Contest was held in the spring and the winners were chosen from an entry pool of 38 works of art. The contest judges were Fairgrounds CEO Barbara Quaid, Fair Director Cecilia Cuevas, Fair Floriculture Superintendent Barbara Schneider, Fair Exhibits Supervisor Kim Leach and ride owner Bruce Perelman. All of the Poster Contest entries will be displayed in the Youth Expo at the 2016 Ventura County Fair. All of the children who entered the contest will receive 2 tickets to the fair and will be invited to ride on a float in the Ventura County Fair Parade on Saturday, August 6. For information about the Ventura County Fair please call 648-3376 or visit www.venturacountyfair.org.

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Conservation fatigued? Ventura Water to offer new droughtbusting conservation tools by Shana Epstein Ventura Water General Manager On the heels of winning the Mayor’s Challenge and being recognized as one of the most water wise cities in America, it’s clear that Ventura residents are extremely mindful of water conservation and the need for continued resiliency. As a catalyst to help reduce conservation fatigue during these extended drought conditions, Ventura Water is proud to equip residents with more water-saving tools! Coming at the end of June we are excited to announce the grand opening of our Recycled Water mobile use hauling program, where residents can come and get training, pay a fee, and be permitted to fill up containers with high-quality recycled water to be used for landscapes - instead of having to use their potable water. Training sessions will be held Tuesdays, Thursdays, and alternating Saturdays from 9-10 a.m. at the Ventura Water Reclamation Facility (VWRF), 1400 Spinnaker Drive in the Ventura Harbor. The first training session was held on June 21. Contact the VWRF to sign up at 677-4131. And that’s not all! In July 2016, we will bring you another tool in the water

conservation tool belt! Ventura Water will launch WaterWise 2.0, a new turf replacement program that offers more ways to save water. Everything from turf replacement to free sprinkler nozzles and smart irrigation timers will be offered to participants who qualify! So hold off on starting that yard project and stay tuned for more information coming in July on the launch of this exciting program! Finally, what inspires you to make sacrifices and go above and beyond the call of duty to minimize your water footprint? Also coming in July 2016 just for fun and as a part of our annual summer awareness campaign - Ventura Water will launch Capture Conservation, a local photo contest that offers residents who have battled to conserve during the drought an opportunity to capture what they’ve done in a photo and be entered to win some really cool prizes! Whether it’s a fancy rainwater harvesting system or simply a reusable water bottle, share how you and your friends are “capturing conservation!” It’s easy… Save water, take a photo and enter to win! Check your monthly Pipeline for more details to come in July.

Hail Mary! — Net Zero is here!

requires new developments to be water neutral or pay a fee (known as an impact fee or an in-lieu fee). The fee will help pay for new water supplies. Until now current residents have subsidized water supplied to most new developments.” During the contentious city council meeting, Carl Morehouse, an urban planner and a Ventura City Council member since 1999, admitted that Ventura City Councils have been negligent in properly planning for the City’s water requirements -- and for the funding of those requirements. Net Zero would not have passed without the extensive labor of the Ventura Water Commission whose members have given up their personal time, working without compensation, on behalf of our city. Last year, with the urging and support of SOWV, the Ventura City Council formed the Ventura Water Commission. The top managers of the Ventura Continued on page 24

By Save Our Water Ventura A “Hail Mary” is a last-ditch attempt to score as time runs out, generally considered a miracle if it succeeds. Yet, on June 6, the Ventura City Council passed by 6-1 the Net Zero Ordinance despite strong opposition from the building industry. While some developers tried to defeat it, other pro- development forces tried to delay it. Save Our Water Ventura (SOWV) supported the ordinance and did not want a delay. SOWV chair, Charles Spraggins said: “We did not get everything we wanted. However, the ordinance was a fair and reasonable compromise — so most of our members supported it. Net Zero is a plus for the city and for current residents. It

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n You will have noticed that this issue is in full color. And, it has upgraded paper which enables us to deliver more vibrant Sheldon (Governor) Brown ads and higher quality Publisher-Editor photos to our readers. We have wanted to transition to this format for quite some time now, but to do so required two things….. great support from our advertisers and a new printer that offered these services. I would like to give an emphatic thank you to our advertisers for many years of support which makes this all possible. And, to our great readers, we hope you receive even more enjoyment from the “new” Ventura Breeze. n As construction continues on Main Street in Midtown, I would like to remind you that businesses remain open. You may need to follow detour signs or park behind the buildings. The Ventura Breeze wants to support our local businesses through this potentially difficult time and hopes that you will also. n I’m glad to see that the City Council has voted to continue financing the Downtown Ventura Partners to provide the Parks Security Ambassador services. I know that many of you don’t see this, but the “Ambassadors” have helped several of our parks remain clean and safe by working with the homeless that frequent them. n I don’t understand the ordinance exactly, but the City Council has approved (by a 6-1 vote) the “net zero” water ordinance which imposes additional fees for new development based upon the projected water usage. The recommended fees were developed by a Water Commission appointed by the City Council. In approving the ordinance, Councilmember Christy Weir said that she was confident of the work done by the commission and their recommendations. I just hope that the additional funds are used specifically to solve our water problems. Additional funds seem to always end up in general funds and not used for

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We encourage you to send your opinions to [email protected]. Please limit them to about 300 words. Dear Sheldon, Yes, it is stupid and shameful when human zoo caretakers need to kill an animal (in their care) because of the mistakes of other human beings. It was a human mistake (probably the parent’s mistake) for that little human boy to be in the gorilla animal enclosure. How could a “caretaker” kill an animal in their care? Where was the “stun gun” to simply let the gorilla sleep until the boy was removed? It is a time like this that makes me ashamed of assumed human thinking. Suzanna Ballmer Ventura

you very much for being so thoughtful and concerned about animals everywhere. I always look forward to getting new issues of the Breeze. Hope both of you have a relaxing weekend, but will guess your weekend will be filled with all kinds of exciting things to do. Thanks again. Betty Okrent Woof woof! Scamp

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The City Council hated the design for this proposed building on Poli.

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commercial space on Poli Street - right across from City Hall - was especially disliked and criticized by the Council. A previous City Council decided that our architecture should be eclectic (compared to, say, Santa Barbara, that must be in the “mission” style). In this sense, eclectic means “selecting what appears to be best in various doctrines, methods, or styles”. In other words, well designed contemporary architecture should be reviewed in the same light as good classical architecture. If that is not what the current City Council desires, it appears. If that is the case, they could make that recommendation to the Design Review Committee (DRC) and to City planning (CP). In the common course of business, I don’t think that the City Council should be involved in questioning the approvals and recommendations of appointed committees including those of the DRC (which they appoint) and CP (that they don’t appoint). But, based upon the projects I’ve seen that have been approved by the DRC, I’m beginning to be on the side of the Council.

A good example is the building proposed on Poli. The Council had only negative things to say about this “modern” building, and I certainly agree. Their responses included, “really horrible”... “it’s just a big mistake in every way”…”this is totally uninspiring”…”it is an eyesore.” To me, the design looks as if 6 different architects were involved, but didn’t actually get to see what the other one contributed. Reminds of the game where a piece paper is folded and each person draws part of a face. Then, everyone gets to see the entire face when the paper is unfolded. This isn’t the only building that I feel about in this way. Looking at a few of the newer buildings on the Avenue, there’s no setback, no landscaping and extremely dangerous driveways that open immediately onto the sidewalk where drivers can’t see pedestrians, bike riders, and cars, therefore resulting in a very dangerous situation. All elements that the Poli project also has. A return to the drawing board and the DRC to re-review this concept, and other similar projects, might be appropriate. If you didn’t already know, I’m a retired licensed architect and graduate of the USC School of Architecture. I love contemporary design, but it needs to be good design. n When Bernie Sanders was in Ventura, the Times’ headline said “Seeking votes in exurbs,” so I looked up exurbs. “A region or settlement that lies outside a city and usually beyond its suburbs and that often is inhabited chiefly by well-to-do families.” Did you know that you were a well-to-do family living outside a city? All this time, I thought that we were a city. n Is Ventura becoming the microbrew beer capital of the world (at least per capita)? I don’t have an exact count, but with the several new businesses under construction we must have at least a dozen breweries (including restaurants that also brew their own beer). Is there that much demand for beer? And I don’t like beer.

what they were originally proposed for. n Four times a year, City Planning gives the City Council a summary on new major projects submitted to the City. At a recent City Council meeting, Community Development Director Jeff Lambert gave the Council details about the five projects that were submitted between February and April. One project (none of them were very well received), a 12-unit residential development with about 1,300 square feet of

Ventura Breeze The City is starting to place these locked trash containers around town. I saw two already in place along the bike path. As I can attest, if you cut into the vagrants source of income (canning), they will go someplace else. Hopefully these will be placed all over Ventura. Now if the City would only put dividers (arm rests) at the center of each park beach to stop vagrants from sleeping on them. Robert George Ventura Dear Sheldon and Scamp I picked up my copy of the Breeze for June 8 just yesterday. I want to thank Scamp for his concern for animals for putting information about the Yulin Festival in his column. The better educated people are the better chances are of putting an end to this terrible cruelty. So, Scamp, thank

Hello dear Sheldon! Been meaning to send a thank you for days now, so thank you again so much for getting our notice in the Ventura Breeze...I got several calls again and expect at least four new people to show up! Wo - if this keep up we’re gonna need a bigger room for our Ventura Parkinson’s Support Group! Hope you are doing well - sure do love your editorials; I at least find time to read that part!! Yours truly, Patty Jenkins

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Call 658-4726 or 654-7552 to register, or if you already have an ACTIVENET account online, visit www.cityofventura.net. Check out hundreds more on web-site. CAMPS/ Classes/Events held the Barranca Vista Center, 7050 Ralston Street, in Ventura unless otherwise noted. Puppy Care: Raising a Happy Puppy 18 years-adult 6/25 Saturday 10 am-12 pm $20 #6419 Learn from Registered Veterinary Technician and Certified Professional Dog Trainer Shannon Coyner what to look for in a puppy, how to prepare your home, when to start training and much more. No dogs at class. Class held at Ventura Pet Wellness, 3521 Arundel Circle #B. Animation Creators: Stop Motion Animation! 8-12 years 6/27-7/1 M-F 9 am-12 pm $190 #5824 Work with your favorite toys to create fun and original stop motion animations as you learn basic concepts such as camera angles, storyboards, scripting elements and theme as well as voiceovers and a musical score. Filmmaking: From Script to Premiere! 8-12 years 6/27-7/1 M-F 1-4 pm $190 #5825 Learn directing, story development and acting skills as you produce an original film using handheld video cameras and editing software and integrating special/sound effects and a musical score. Minecraft Build Adventure Game Using LEGO ® 5-7 years 6/27-7/1 M-F 9 am-12 pm $190 #5816 Resourcefulness, creativity and cooperation come together in this unique building adventure game; roll the dice to mine for resources to build

special items to help in our adventures. Camp held at Bible Fellowship Church, 6950 E Ralston St., Room 206. Minecraft Build Survival Game Using LEGO ® 8-12 years 6/27-7/1 M-F 1-4 pm $190 #5817 Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO ® as well as resourcefulness, creativity and cooperation in this unique building adventure game; roll the dice to mine for resources, craft tools, and watch out for Creepers! Camp held at Bible Fellowship Church, 6950 E Ralston St, Room 206. Rock & Roll High Guitar Building Camp 10-18 years 6/27-7/1 M-F 1-4 pm $100+$99 materials fee #5803 Design and build your own custom electric guitar to keep and rock out with. No experience necessary. At Arroyo Verde Park Center. Star Wars Hip Hop Dance Camp 5-9 years 7/5-7/8 Tu-F 1-4 pm $104 #6703 Make light sabers and masks. Dance to Star Wars music. C3PO could not handle all this excitement, don’t let him short circuit! Camp held at Billy Clower Dance Studio, 75 MacMillan Ave. Projects in Physical Science 8-12 years 7/5-7/8 Tu-F 9 am-12pm $155+$10 materials fee #5847 Explore the physical science basics of motion, light, sound and magnetism with lots of take home projects. Instructors Rich & Joan Borgioli. Fairytales in the Park 7/9 Saturday 4pm free Fairytales in the Park is celebrating its 22nd season! Join us at Barranca Vista Park for a production of Little Red Riding Hood. Performances are the 2nd Saturday of every month. Bring a blanket, picnic and low lawn chairs.

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Grandma Sarah Stein thought that her Great Grand Daughter Evie was as cute as they get when she was born and thinks that she is even more adorable now. Grandpa Charlie said this about Chance “Here is a picture of my Grandson Chance. You can obviously see why I didn’t submit it earlier as he is so much cuter than others.” Sounds like a challenge to us. Do you have a grandkid that you think is even cuter? If so send their photo to [email protected]

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Community Events

Featured speaker will be Edgar Terry.

Economic Outlook Breakfast The Ventura Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Economic Outlook Breakfast, “Our Past, Present and Future” on Thursday, June 23, from 7:30-9:30 am at the Marriott Ventura Beach. The event will explore the rich history of our founding industries here in Ventura, agriculture and oil, and discuss the unique opportunities that are available today. We will also look ahead to ask how do we maximize our existing resources for increased economic impact? “As our City celebrates its sesquicentennial, we thought it only fitting to explore our rich history and examine the legacy of our agricultural and oil roots that were the catalyst in growing our community and our region,” said Stephanie Caldwell, President and CEO of the Ventura Chamber. Featured will be speaker Edgar Terry, who is engaged in Ventura County’s agricultural community with his family company Terry Farms, Inc., which produces various vegetable and strawberry crops on 2,000 acres. He is also Senior Adjunct Professor at California Lutheran University where he teaches corporate finance in the Degree for Professionals Evening Program and the Master of Business Administration Program. Also featured is Bob Poole, who currently serves as a Vice President with the Western States Petroleum Association (WSPA,) . Between 2011 and 2015 Bob served as Public and Government Affairs Manager for oil exploration and production company Santa Maria Energy. The event is open to the public. Admission is $45 for Ventura Chamber members, $55 for non-Chamber members, and $5 more at the door. For more information, please contact the Chamber’s Events Director at events@ ventura-chamber.org or 643-7222. Attendees may register at www.venturachamber.com/economicoutlook.

Ventura events by Ana Baker Would you like to meet new friends? Whatever the reason, Ventura’s Conversation Group is the right place for you. This eclectic group meets Wednesdays from 4 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. Located at the Yolanda’s Mexican Restau-

rant at 2753 Main St. Several people usually stay for a drink and a bite to eat afterward. Be sure to bring an interesting topic to discuss. Free admission stage show, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. First Sunday of every month. Old Time Country Bluegrass Gospel Music Assoc. Poinsettia Pavilion, 3451 Foothill Rd. For more Information call 517-1131. Ventura Poinsettia Dance Club meets every Monday from 7:30 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. at the Poinsettia Pavilion, 3451 Foothill. Ballroom, swing, Latin, mixers and line dancing. Members $10, non-members $12, first time dancers are free. Call Rick at 415-8842 for more information. DBSA Ventura, the local chapter of the Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) hosts two regular, confidential, peer-led, self-help support groups in the County. The evening meeting takes place every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Bible Fellowship Church located at 6950 Ralston Street in Room 301 of Building 300. Email DBSA_Ventura@yahoo. com, visit facebook.com/DBSA.Ventura or call 253-3289 for more information. The daytime meeting is held from 1p.m. to 3p.m. at the New Visions Center in Ventura on the first and third Saturdays of the month. Turning Point Foundation’s New Vision Center is located at 1065 E. Main Street. Email DBSA_ [email protected], visit facebook. com/DBSA.Ventura or call 746-3106 for more information. June 23: Portuguese Fraternal Society of America - The local chapter of PFSA (Council #128) will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday. This meeting is open to any person of Portuguese descent or interested in the Portuguese culture. The meeting will be held at Main Street Restaurant and Steakhouse, 3159 East Main Street, at 11:30 a.m. for a 12 p.m., no host luncheon / meeting. For more information and reservation, please call Cora Corella at 483-6285, or, Yvonne Westervelt at 483-4168. June 24: Like to play acoustic music? 4th Friday of each month from, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Songmakers.org welcomes all lovers of acoustic music, instrumentalists, singers, and singer/ songwriters of all levels, to join in a free song circle at the Bell Arts Factory Community Room, 432 N. Ventura Ave. June 24: Servants of the Father of Mercy “Live Love!” 15th Anniversary Celebration 2001 - 2016 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., 1544 Morse Avenue. Free picnic for the whole family, bounce house for the children, Soft drinks, games and prizes. Love donation for the 80,000 + homeless we serve appreciated. RSVP Servants of the Father of Mercy, Inc. (310) 595-4175 June 25: On Saturday, from 1 p.m. to 4p.m., Ventura Friends of the Library will hold a Children’s and Young Adult Book Sale. Located at E.P. Foster Library, rear Children’s Library entrance. Early readers, classics, storybooks, non-fiction, Bilingual children’s books, skill builder workbooks, and young adult books. June 30: Our speaker will be our own Gary Barton who will be talking about the incubation, brooding and raising of baby birds from eggs. Gary has been raising birds since a ripe age of 12 when he first raised chickens in a box with newspaper and a light for heat. Come and visit with the club members and bring a friend and your children for an entertaining evening. A raffle and re-

freshments will follow the presentation. The Presentation will start at 7 p.m. at the Ventura Moose Lodge #1394, 10267 Telephone Rd. Attendance is free and all are welcome. For further information call 377-9466 or 488-6244 July 3: The 1892 Dudley Historic House Museum will be open for docent-led tours from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. accompanied by period music in the parlor and upstairs library landing. Admission is free. The museum is located at the corner of Loma Vista and Ashwood streets in Ventura. For information please call 642-3345 or visit the website at www.dudleyhouse.org. July 3: Old-Time Country Bluegrass Gospel Music Association presents a free music concert. Performance is at the Poinsettia Pavilion from 2pm to 4pm. July 4, 18: The Ventura County Philatelic Society will meet Mondays from

7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Located at the Church of the Foothills, 6279 Foothill Road. Admission and parking are free. Stamp trading and camaraderie. Come for a great evening. They are a fun group. Contact: [email protected] or 320-1601 July 9: Big Rummage Sale to benefit the Community Center. Saturday from, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Catholic Charities Ventura Parking Lot. 303 North Ventura Ave. Items include new and gently used clothes, baby items, toys, small appliances, household items and furniture. July 9: The Garden of Innocence (GOI) by the Sea is holding its 4th memorial service for 3 abandoned babies at Ivy Lawn Memorial Park on Saturday, at 10 a.m. The public, including families and children are welcome. The event will last 55 minutes. Continued on page 14

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Saturday, July 9th 2016 (10am—3pm) Ventura County Fairgrounds 10 W. Harbor Blvd — Ventura, CA 93001

●FREE Admission & Parking! ●65 Local/National Vendors! ●Beauty/Hair/Nail Makeovers! ●Speakers/Lifestyle Workshops! ●Health Screenings! Massages! ●Job & Volunteer Fair!

●Resume Review/Career Talk! ●Crafts/Bingo/Goodie Bag! ●Live Comedy Show! ●Door Prizes/Giveaways! ●Shopping Corner! Food to Buy! ●Surprising Features & MORE!

Pre-Register online for chance to win a $100 AMEX Gift Card! www.GoldenFutureSeniorExpo.com Information: 424-772-6039

“Have no fear if Scamp is near.”

Lifeguards return to Ventura Harbor beaches for summer Daily lifeguard services began Memorial Day weekend at all Ventura Harbor beaches off of

Spinnaker Drive. These services are funded by the Ventura Port District, which contracts with California State Parks, and services are provided through Labor Day weekend. Harbor Cove will have a daily lifeguard from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. and the South Beach/Surfer’s Knoll area will have a lifeguard from 11 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. daily. The Ventura Port District and Harbor Patrol place a high priority on public safety and always advise beachgoers to swim by guarded lifeguard towers. However, if you want to dip your toes in the water, Harbor Cove Beach at the end of Spinnaker Drive is recommended for swimming. Small watercraft and paddling vessels are also allowed, outside of the roped swim zone. Beachgoers should also be advised of all beach signage. Lifeguard coverage is subject to change due to crowd and environmental conditions. Parking and restrooms are available at both beach parking lots and street parking is available on Spinnaker Drive.

Cherika DelaRosa is ready to film the 2016 Knowledge Bowl for CAPS(see article on page 11).

Knowledge is power by Elizabeth Rodeno CAPS, a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization, is seeking nominees for CAPS Media Board of Directors. This year there are three–at large seats available; two seats for two (2) year terms and one seat for a one (1) year term. Elections will be held in October 2016. We encourage the community at-large and all our members to become involved with the election process by becoming a candidate, encouraging a nominee, and by voting. Contact CAPS for more information. We bid farewell to the many graduates of Ventura. It is always great to share this event with them. Happily, we have several graduates who will be stopping by, having graduated with media production skills acquired here. Enjoy the summer and send your younger siblings on to CAPS for our youth program. There are a few spaces remaining in the final week. Of course, we learned a lot at the Knowledge Bowl. It’s the annual event where seniors are pitted against high school seniors from Buena in a test a knowledge. It took place at the Aegis center and is available for viewing on Facebook, Vimeo and You Tube. Spoiler alert – the teams tied. Looking for a rematch next year. More Ventura Rocks is coming your

way. This week is another session with Pam Baumgardner and a great local band. Check out the series everywhere. You will get a taste of the rich and varied music scene right here in Ventura. We continue to cover city meetings live on channel 15 where we give you access to issues and concerns important to Ventura’s citizens. It also features educational programming from Ventura College and the Ventura Unified School District. Channel 15 is also host to ECTV, El Camino High School television where the talented students tackle important issues. Through our serious commitment to helping the community share their stories, we encourage you to come by and learn how you can tell your story and share it on the station, web and streaming. Soon we will be able to provide you with radio production with yet another venue for free speech. Go to our website for more information. We always appreciate more likes on all social media including Facebook and You Tube. View it all on our frequently updated website. Don’t forget the training classes and professional gear we offer. A yearly membership at CAPS is only $25. Go to www. capsmedia.org or call 658-0500 for more information.

Green with Envy

On May 26 Spring Business Expo 2016 was held at the Four Points Sheraton presented by the Ventura Chamber of Commerce. The event was free and open to the public. Over 70 exhibitor booths of local businesses and restaurants filled the ballroom including the Ventura Breeze booth which was beautifully designed and staffed by Ana and Jaime Baker and an unknown lady who had little to say.

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Suz Montgomery, , Jeff Lambert and Jon Osumi at the Heroes Event.

Heroes to the rescue On April 5 Pierpont Racquet Club (PRC)member and Ventura Community Development Director Jeff Lambert was working out at the Club when he suffered a heart attack, fell and broke his ankle in the process PRC members and staff rushed to the rescue and immediately activated the Emergency Medical System (EMS) located at the Club. Their quick acting and response by paramedics resulted in a successful outcome for Jeff. Still limping but back to work. On Monday, May 16 the Red Cross of Ventura County presented their 2016 Heroes Event, which honors seemingly ordinary people in our community who have made a difference through their selfless acts of courage. These heroes may have helped save a life, performed an extraordinary act of compassion, or demonstrated an exceptional spirit of giving. Two Venturans were honored in the Health & Safety Hero category for helping in saving the life of Jeff Lambert. They were club member Suz Montgomery and club employee Jon Osumi. This category honors heroes that have demonstrated extraordinary courage in the field of health and safety. Heroes could

be CPR first responders, paramedics, EMT’s, health professionals or just good Samaritans of any age that have gone above and beyond for their community. The event was held at Madewest Brewing Co., located at 1744 Donlon Street. Jon Osumi stated ‘I would like to thank the Red Cross for this honor as I only did what any human would have done in a similar crisis. It is a privilege to work for an organization (PRC) that prioritizes safety for our members and provides the employees with the resources and training for this type of emergency. It was truly a team effort and I am honored to be surrounded by people with character and courage.’ In thanking the Club Jeff Lambert said “As I new member of the PRC, I immediately felt part of the family as this club and its members stepped in to literally save my life. I know if I was anywhere else, I would likely not be alive. I now have a chance for a fresh start. To focus on what is important personally and professionally and find a way to ignore the bullsh*t. I want to spend time with positive people with the best interest of humanity and Ventura at heart.”

You’ve probably been hacked

at risk.” The data breach in Myspace is believed to be the largest leaks of passwords ever and even if you have not visited Myspace in years, your personal information is up for sale online. Again, I strongly urge people not to reuse passwords, and instead use a password generator and management tool, such as Lastpass, KeePass, 1Password, or DashLane. In order to see if you’ve been hacked, check out the website https://haveibeenpwned.com/ You can enter in an email address you use, and it will compare it to the lists of hacked accounts, so you know which password you’ll need to reset. This is all the more critical because for more than a month, users of the remote login service TeamViewer have taken to Internet forums to report their computers have been ransacked by attackers who somehow gained access to their accounts. In many of the cases, the online burglars reportedly drained PayPal or bank accounts. No one outside of TeamViewer knows precisely how many accounts have been hacked, but there’s no denying the

by Ken May Another day, another data breach! The same hacker who was selling the data of more than 164 million LinkedIn users last week now claims to have 360 million emails and passwords of MySpace users, which would be one of the largest leaks of passwords ever. And it looks like the data is being circulated in the underground by other hackers as well. It’s unclear when the data was stolen from MySpace, but both the hacker, who’s known as Peace, and one of the operators of LeakedSource, a paid hacked data search engine that also claims to have the credentials, said it’s from a past, unreported, breach. “We believe the data breach is attributed to Russian Cyberhacker ‘Peace’,” Myspace wrote in a blog post. “Email addresses, Myspace usernames, and Myspace passwords for the affected Myspace accounts created prior to June 11, 2013 on the old Myspace platform are

breaches are widespread. TeamViewer released the following statement: “As you have probably heard, there have been unprecedented large scale data thefts on popular social media platforms and other web service providers. Unfortunately, credentials stolen in these external breaches have been used to access TeamViewer accounts, as well as other services. We are appalled by the behavior of

cyber criminals and are disgusted by their actions towards TeamViewer users. They have taken advantage of common use of the same account information across multiple services to cause damage.” TeamViewer is claiming this is happening because have reused credentials that were leaked elsewhere. This seems likely, but they could also be experiencing their own hack. The bottom line is: try to avoid using the same credentials across sites.

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June 22 – July 5, 2016

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Health VPD and Ventura Behavioral Health hosts mental health program Mental Health First Aid is a public education program that can help individuals across the community to understand mental illnesses, support timely intervention and save lives. The two part 8-hour course, hosted by the Ventura Police Department and Ventura County Behavioral Health, introduces participants to risk factors and warning signs of mental health concerns, builds understanding of their impact, and overviews common treatments. The course uses role-playing and simulations to demonstrate how to assess a mental health crisis; select interventions and provide initial help; and connect persons to professional, peer and social supports as well as self-help resources.

Mental Health First Aid allows for early detection and intervention by teaching participants about the signs and symptoms of specific illnesses like anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and addictions. The program offers concrete tools and answers key questions like “What can I do?” and “Where can someone find help?” Participants are introduced to local mental health resources, national organizations, support groups, and online tools for mental health and addictions treatment and support. Training 1: Youth Mental Health First Aid June 28 & 29, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. is designed to teach neighbors, teachers, parents, peers, and caring citizens how to help a youth or teen who is experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge or is in crisis. Training 2: Adult Mental Health First Aid July 19 & 20, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. is designed to train adults to help someone facing a mental health problem. There is no cost for the course. Funding comes through Ventura County Behavioral Health. To register please email Mary Ellen Collins, Certified Trainer: mecollins@ voice4families.com or call 657-4408. To learn more about Mental Health First Aid visit www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org.

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Why wait a year? Protect your senses! Once a year a charitable event generously offers a free dental clinic; however, every day there is a child in pain who requires help now! The Children’s Resource Program (CRP) began 31 years ago with a simple concept – children should not live in pain. The CRP’s primary focus is to provide oral health and vision care services for low-income, underserved, and at-risk children who lack access to health care. At no fault of their own, many of these children are left to fend for themselves without being taught to care for their precious dental health and sight. These children are referred to the CRP for exams, x-rays, glasses, root canals, endodontics, periodontics, extractions, crowns, fillings, cleanings, and occasionally braces, for medical reasons. These services are donated by oral health and vision care specialists from Ventura County. The CRP receives referrals for these services from school districts, the Mexican Consulate, clinics, government agencies, hospitals and non-profit agencies. The CRP receives referrals for children whose dental and vision problems are impeding academic, social, emotional, and physical development. The CRP transports children to cities in Ventura County where services are available, connecting children to over 2,000 services a year and our donors

provide over $300,000 in-kind services, annually. Since 1984, children referred to the program have received over $5 million in donated services.

Free health screenings at Marketplace Men’s health will be the focus of the free Health Fair from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 25 at the Ventura College Foundation’s weekend Marketplace, an outdoor shopping experience held on the Ventura College campus east parking lot at the corner of Telegraph and Day roads. Health screenings, demonstrations and health information will be available to both men and women at the event. Clinicas del Camino Real, Inc., will conduct the health screenings, including blood pressure; height, weight and BMI; and blood glucose levels as well assist individuals in finding locations where they can schedule a prostate exam. Information will be available in English and in Spanish on Cal Fresh/Food Share of Ventura County and Medical, along with programs related to men’s and women’s health, domestic violence, senior services, mental wellness, cancer and employment. There will also be information on home health care, nonmedical care, palliative and hospice care and a CPR demonstration from American Medical Response. Walgreens will also be onsite with a pharmacist available for ““Ask the Pharmacist about your Medications”.

June 22 – July 5, 2016

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Creator of the Knowledge Bowl Suz Montgomery coaches her senior team Clint Jacobs, Don Haskell, Terry McCoy and Mary Ayers. The teen team from Buena High School were Anna Rajala, Samantha Scampone, Ali Hemmatyar and Brady Yarbrough. Buena Librarian Joel Levin crafted the questions. Photos by John Hankins.

Knowledge Bowl 2016 The seventh annual Knowledge Bowl between seniors versus teens was truly a “Battle of the Ages” on June 6, but they proved to be so evenly sharp that the end was a proverbial tie that binds younger and older citizens. Out of 50 questions, each team of four got 21 right and a last tie breaker

– full names of the four Beatles – was a “Come Together” moment when both nailed the Fab Four. “This is awesome,” said Suz Montgomery, “everybody wins.” Montgomery, who created the event, is part of the Ventura Adult and Continuing Education division (VACE) of the

Ventura Unified School District. Over the last six years, seniors and teens tied at three matches apiece, so this 2016 version could’ve been a tie breaker. The public event is similar to a Jeopardy show and was filmed by CAPS-TV to be repeated soon (see schedule at www.capsmedia.org). The live audience made it lively with enthusiastic applause and sometimes a lot of whispering of answers while each team had 30 seconds to answer, read by Buena High School Principal Bobbi Powers. The questions were created by Buena’s librarian, Joel Levin, and covered Literature, Current Events, History, Geography and Potpourri. Two questions that stumped both teams included: Nairobi is the capital of what country (Kenya) and what was the gorilla’s name (Harambe) who was recently shot in a zoo when a child fell

into its enclosure? Mary Ayers of the senior team broke up the audience when she quipped the name was, “Dead Meat.” “The Knowledge Bowl is an extension of my idea to unite our community by building bridges between the ages,” Montgomery said. It was held at Aegis Living of Ventura, which went all out in providing the venue and enthusiastic staff support. The event drew many dignitaries, including Ventura Schools Superintendent Michael Babb, School Board member John Walker, Ventura City Council member Cheryl Heitmann and VACE Principal-Director Carolyn VangWalker. “The Knowledge Bowl has become one of the most anticipated events in the community, with both sides excited to show how much they know,” Montgomery said.

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Senior Living

Baby boomers and seniors have redefined every stage of their lives.

5th Annual Golden Future Senior Expo

Dr. Sutton of Pacific Neuroscience discusses research on a cure for Alzheimer’s Disease.

Alzheimer’s Conference by Phil Chandler Owner of Right at Home of Ventura County, Home Care Agency Every year, the Alzheimer’s Association holds a conference for professionals to discuss trends and future directions in caregiving and research in dementia care and medications. This year the conference was held at the Ventura Marriott and had nationally renowned speakers discussing a variety of topics. The morning keynote was presented

by Dr. Keith Fargo, Director of Scientific Programs for the Alzheimer’s Association. He presented some statistics that had everyone take notice – in 2016, an estimated 700,000 people will die from Alzheimer’s in the United States, and it is the 6th leading cause of death. There is no cure and the disease cannot be slowed. The largest risk factor for Alzheimer ’s disease is age – 1 in 9 people over the age of 65 will get Alzheimer’s, and 1 in 3 over the age of 85 will get it. Medications that are available can temporarily improve the symptoms in some people, but no medications can stop or slow the nerve cell death in Alzheimer’s. There have been about 15 treatments tested that slow or stop the damage caused by Alzheimer’s – in animal models. This is very good news if you are a mouse. It is also good news for humans because these results show that the research is on the right track, but there is still work to be done. Dr. James Sutton, Medical Director of Pacific Neuroscience in Oxnard, discussed research that is being conducted right here in Ventura County. He discussed the biological mechanisms that cause Alzheimer’s disease, and how the drugs being tested attempt to slow or stop these processes. Over the last decade, there has been an acceleration of progress in the understanding of the disease due to results from the Human Genome Project, advances in brain imaging, and strong international research efforts. A husband and wife team of neurologists, Drs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai, from Cedars-Sinai Hospital Alzheimer’s Prevention Program discussed healthy lifestyles that are believed to reduce the risk of getting Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s disease is very complicated, and may

Golden Future Expos is presenting the 5th Annual Golden Future 50+ Senior Expo to be held on Saturday, July 9th at the Ventura County Fairgrounds from 10:00am – 3:00pm inside the San Miguel Expo Hall. The event is being held in conjunction with the following sponsors: Not Born Yesterday Monthly Newspaper, The California Senior Guide and the VC Star Newspaper. The Senior Expo will feature 65 vendors with products, services, and resources tailored to the 50+ market.  Highlights include: Free admission and free parking! Free health screenings (blood pressure, thyroid cancer, stroke, carotid artery, massages and more) Free resume review and career consultation Free financial planning advice Live comedy show by “That Boomer Guy – Bob Ridley” Great speakers and workshops (social security, medicare, maintaining your finances in retirement and more!) Hourly door prize drawings and giveaways be triggered by genetics, environment, and lifestyle. Additionally, it is different in men and women. Early diagnosis is critical so the patient and family can make plans for care, finances, and social support. They are a proponent of a program that they have called NEURO: Nutrition, Exercise, Unwind (stress relief), Restful sleep, and Optimal mental and social activity. They believe that we can improve our brain health by living healthy lifestyles. What can you do? Even if you don’t have dementia, you can go the website www.alz.org/trialmatch, or call 1-800272-3900. You will be asked to fill out a simple questionnaire, and your profile will be compared to a clinical study database of over 260 different drug and non-drug clinical trials. You will receive information about studies for which you might be a good fit. All of the information is confidential, and the Alzheimer’s Association will not know any personal information about you. It is up to you to contact the study if you are interested in participating towards a cure. If you want to learn more about Alzheimer’s Disease, contact Monica Schrader at the Alzheimer’s Association at 484-5200.

Mini job and volunteer fair Haircuts/manicures/beauty makeovers for men and women Food for purchase Chances to win $100 American Express Gift Card Golden Future social hour Fitness class and/or wellness walk And more! “Baby boomers and seniors have redefined every stage of their life and are now redefining the aging process” says Toyia Moore, event producer at Golden Future Expos. “The Golden Future 50+ Senior Expo will be a power-up day for people to get out and socialize, access health resources, shop for products and services, and be entertained and informed. Our participating sponsors and exhibitors put a tremendous amount of work into their expo presence; we are certain that attendees will really appreciate and enjoy it! These events are really a who’s who of those who offer goods and services to the 50+ market” said Moore. To pre-register, visit www.goldenfutureseniorexpo.com. For additional information or booth reservations call 424-772-6039.

Ventura Convalescent Hospital earns Quality Award Ventura Convalescent Hospital has been recognized as a 2016 recipient of the Bronze Commitment to Quality Award for its dedication to improving the lives of residents through quality care. The award is the first of three distinctions possible through the National Quality Award Program, presented by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), the leading association for long term and post-acute care. The program honors providers across the nation that have demonstrated their commitment to improving quality of care for seniors and persons with disabilities. “It’s an honor to be recognized for the hard work and quality of care our team provides every day,” said Renee Jones, Administrator of Ventura Convalescent Hospital. “We are committed to providing high-quality, person-centered care to our residents and their families. We will never stop improving.”

June 22 – July 5, 2016

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Senior Living

“Don’t tell us that we are too old to drive, just get out of the way.”

Talking about driving with seniors

to continue the activities he or she currently enjoys while staying safe. Offer to help support the person stay independent. For example, you might say: “I’ll help you figure out how to get where you want to go if driving is not possible.” Be positive, supportive, and affirming. Appreciate the significance of a driver’s license to the older person. Be sympathetic with the person and be sensitive to their feelings about having to restrict or eliminate an activity that has been an important part of their independence. Listen with compassion and work with them to find solutions. Avoid Confrontation. Use “I” messages rather than “You” messages. Don’t be put off by negative reactions. A military Color Guard from the 1st Memorial Honors Detail, representing the different branches of the military, present arms at a previous Salute To Our Veterans event at Cypress Place Senior Living in Ventura. Photo by Michael Gordon.

by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) at the U.S. Department of Transportation Since an older driver may not be aware of his or her limitations or may be reluctant to talk about them, it is important to introduce the subject of driving issues gently. You can do several things to increase the likelihood that conversations about driving will go well. Start with a one-on-one conversation. To lead the conversation, pick someone in the family or a trusted friend who the older adult driver may listen to more than others. If possible, identify a person who has already had to cut back on or stop driving and who is taking actions to stay connected to the things that are important to him or her. In some families, it works better to have just one person have the conversation. In other families, having several family members express their concern will underscore the family’s concern for the older person’s safety. However, avoid holding a large family meeting and “ganging up” on the older driver. You are not trying to stage an “intervention.” Focus on safety. Explain that the safety of the driver and others, and not necessarily giving up driving, is the immediate goal. Modifications may help keep the driver safe. Focus on maintaining the older adult’s independence. Make clear that the goal is for the driver to be able

Calling all veterans: a tribute to your service

“Now I won’t forget where I put my playing cards.”

Learn how to navigate your iPad Do you need help using your tablet? The SCAN Health & Wellness Center is offering free monthly “iPad Basics for Seniors” class Tuesdays, starting June 28th at 9 a.m. During this two-hour, entry-level class, participants will learn basic tablet terminology, initial set-up procedures, the features and gestures of their iPad, and more. Subsequent classes will be held 7/26, 8/23, 9/27, 10/25 and 11/22. The SCAN Health & Wellness Center is located at 6633 Telephone Road. The iPad Basics class is open to seniors 55 and older and caregivers. Please bring your iPad. To register for this class, please call 658-0365 as space is limited.

Cypress Place Senior Living will host a special “Salute To Our Veterans” celebration with a ceremony recognizing residents of Cypress Place, as well as members of the public, who served their country. Come join us for this powerful tribute. A military Color Guard presentation will lead the tribute, followed by a special Veteran recognition, along with recognition of widows and widowers of Veterans. Keynote speaker for this touching tribute will be Captain Chris Janke, Commanding Officer, Naval Base Ventura County. Captain Janke is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy. Following training as a Naval Flight Officer he completed numerous deployments worldwide, as well as stateside. One assignment was to the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Operations Directorate ( J-3), where he was charged with preparation of Sensitive Reconnaissance Operations mission packages for Presidential approval. In addition to Captain Janke’s presentation, a tribute to fallen heroes will be led by Ventura County Sheriff Geoff Dean. “The freedoms we all enjoy today are only possible due to the great service and sacrifice of so many Veterans throughout the years,” said

Mike Macke, director of sales and marketing at the senior community. “We want to honor them, and make sure we don’t forget what they have done for their country.” Words of thanks will also be offered by Ventura City Fire Chief David Endaya, Ventura City Councilmember Cheryl Heitmann, and Ventura Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Stephanie Caldwell. A free BBQ lunch will follow the powerful program. “Touching History”, a private war memorabilia collection by Tom Weaver will also be displayed, along with memorabilia from residents of the senior community. Residents, families, and friends of the community are welcome to attend. The event is free and open to the public. Free shuttle parking will be available at Unitarian Universalist Church of Ventura (corner of Ralston Street and Cypress Point Lane). This inspiring event begins promptly at 11am on Wednesday, June 29th, 2016 at Cypress Place Senior Living. Cypress Place Senior Living is located at 1200 Cypress Point Lane in Ventura. For more information or to RSVP, please call 650-8000. To learn more about Cypress Place Senior Living of Ventura, visit their web site at www.cypressplaceseniorliving.com.

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Community Events total marked a new high in scholarship fundraising. The prestigious Beatrice Wood and Otto and Vivika Heino awards honor the legacy of these important Ojai artists and past OSA members. The Ojai and Rotary West Ojai awards go specifically to local students. Selected works by the scholarship winners will be shown at a two-month exhibition at City Gallery, located at 410 S. Ventura St. The Ojai Arts Commission generously hosted and installed the show throughout City Hall for the benefit of the public.

Ojai news and events

Scholarship recipients Hugo Castillo, Marissa Gonzales, Lizbeth Zamora, Logan Werner, Leah Kopp, Ashley Konzmann, Jonathan Weiser, Bailey Huerta, Amber Talbot, and Kayla Petrucci. Not pictured are Reiko Heartland and Audrey Hernandez.

$10,000 in Ojai Studio Artist Art Scholarships awarded in city hall reception Audrey Hernandez of Nordhoff High School was presented the top Ojai Studio Artists’ 2016 art scholarship at a celebratory reception at the Ojai City Hall. OSA Scholarship Committee Chair Richard Franklin presented the promising art student the “Ojai Award” of $2000. In all, Franklin awarded over $10,000 in scholarships to nineteen Ventura County art students. Three runner-ups for the award received $1000 each. They are Marissa Gonzales of Adolfo Camarillo High

School in Camarillo and Hugo Castillo, California State University of Channel Islands, and Lizabeth Zamora from Nordhoff High School. Three students received $800 scholarships. The Rotary Ojai West Award of $500 was awarded to Kayla Petrucci of Ojai, a student at Ventura College. Three other artists were awarded $500 scholarships and smaller amounts to other students.. In OSA’s 23 year-old scholarship program, the art organization has awarded over $210,000 in scholarships. This year’s $10,000

On Saturday, July 23, at 2 p.m. join international artist M. Nicole van Dam at the Ojai Art Center, for smiles and a spirited blend of art, humor, poetry and prose, based on Nicole’s book “Tempo - The Rhythm and Rhyme of the Artist.” Nicole’s artwork and writings are licensed internationally, creating lovely products, and Nicole’s work has been publicly exhibited for many years, including at Santa Barbara City Hall and Community Memorial Hospital. One of Nicole’s solo exhibitions was recorded by the Montecito History Committee, and Nicole has been named an artist to watch by the “Montecito Journal.” For a sneak peek at Nicole’s unique blend of art and writing please visit www.ArtSanctuary.us. Ojai Art Center 113 S. Montgomery St. Suggested Donation $5. “Annie Get Your Gun” is the rough riding, exciting f ictionalized love story of sharpshooters Annie Oakley and Frank Butler in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West show, composed to the beloved songs of Irving Berlin. This Tony Award winning musical runs from July 1 – 31 at Ojai ACT, 113 S. Montgomery St.; at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are only $20 general, $18 for seniors and Art Center members and $15 for students. Reserve your seat at 640-8797 or online: www.OjaiACT. org. There will be a special Opening Weekend Gala for “Annie Get Your Gun” on Sunday, July 3 featuring a Prosecco Reception a half hour before the 2 p.m. matinee. It also includes reserved priority seating and a cocktail party after the show with the cast at a private home in Ojai. Only 50 tickets are available at $50 per person for the Sunday Special, available at http://tinyurl. com/AnnieCelebration Ventura events Continued from page 7 This celebration service will include a new name, handmade urn, poem, blanket, Beanie Baby, and headstone for each baby as well as full color guard presentation by Knights of Columbus, release of doves, bagpipes, solo songs and non-denominational sermon. July 11: Audubon Carpentaria Salt Marsh. Leader: Linda Easter 818519-2833. Carpentaria Salt Marsh. To car pool meet behind Carrow’s next to the gas station at 8 a.m.

Antoinette Mann comes to Ventura from Thousand Oaks.

City of Ventura announces appointment of City Clerk Ventura City Manager Mark Watkins is pleased to announce the appointment of Antoinette Mann to the position of City Clerk. Ms. Mann brings over 20 years of experience to the City Clerk profession. Most recently, she has served as a Deputy City Clerk for the City of Thousand Oaks, where she has experience in an array of City Clerk services, including preparation of the City’s public agenda process, Brown Act compliance, municipal election administration, records management, and Public Records Act administration. Ms. Mann has also served as a Records Manager consultant to other local government organizations and is an expert in the field. Ms. Mann has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from California State Northridge, and holds professional certificates as Master Municipal Clerk, Certified Municipal Clerk, and Certificated Records Manager. She is a member of the International Institute of Municipal Clerks, the California City Clerks Association, the Association of Records Managers and Administrators, and the International Institute of Certified Records Managers. “The City is looking forward to Antoinette being a leader in our continuing efforts to meet the City Council Goal of enhancing public trust. She brings the qualities and experience that we were looking for to carry the City Clerk Office into the future and we look forward to her joining our management team,” said City Manager Mark Watkins. In her role as the City Clerk, Ms. Mann will oversee the council meeting agendas and minutes process, manage recruitment for appointments on city boards and committees, coordinate regular municipal and special elections, serve as the custodian of official records and oversee the citywide records management program including preparing and maintaining records of council legislative actions, along with a host of other responsibilities of the Office. Mann was selected through an open, competitive recruitment process and will assume the position on June 20, 2016.

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Keep the flags waving in Ventura. Photo by George Robertson.

Donations needed for City of Ventura American flag program The City of Ventura is asking the community and local businesses to support the longstanding tradition of displaying American flags across the city by helping to fund the purchase of new flags. Contributions of any size will help the city continue to fly the stars and stripes on city streets, the historic Ventura Pier and the Veterans Memorial located at the Ventura County Government Center. Members of the public can support the program and help replace existing flags that have become damaged or deteriorated from the sunlight. To donate, the public can purchase flags at a discounted price from American Flags & Cutlery, 305 E. Main Street. Or donors can make a contribution by sending a check payable to “Veterans of Foreign

Wars” to PO Box 1297 Ventura, CA 93002. All donations are tax deductible and donors will receive a letter acknowledging the contribution. The City of Ventura has worked with Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Flags & Cutlery for many years to collect donations that support the display of American flags along California Street, Main Street, Thompson Boulevard, Ventura Avenue, the Promenade and the Ventura Pier from Memorial Day through Independence Day. This program also supports flags for each branch of the US Armed Forces that fly at the Ventura County Government Center Veterans Memorial. For more information, contact City of Ventura Councilmember Jim Monahan at 643-4275.

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Clothes and Arundo are not native to the riverbeds.

Riverbed hazardous invasive vegetation by the Grand Jury Are our bridges, levies and personal property at risk? The 2015-2016 Ventura County Grand Jury noted an increasing level of vegetation growing in the Ventura and Santa Clara riverbeds. Investigation also revealed that smaller tributaries are similarly overgrown. The Grand Jury expressed concern that overgrowth could cause damage to bridges,

as well as riverbank erosion, and flood plain inundation should it become uprooted and wash downstream to form a dam during heavy storms. The Grand Jury learned that the presence of an invasive species of giant reed, Arundo donax (Arundo), is the major part of the problem. The Grand Jury conducted an investigation to

determine the impact of this hazardous vegetation, the potential for infrastructure damage due to uprooted vegetation, and the actions being taken to control its growth in the Ventura County watershed areas. The Grand Jury looked to County agencies to determine their awareness of hazardous invasive vegetation and how it affects the watershed, as well as their plans to address the issue. The Grand Jury took a two-pronged approach: It investigated the County’s ability to remove hazardous plants and debris upstream of vital infrastructure in order to protect it from flood damage. It investigated the County’s access to environmentally protected areas for the purpose of installing and servicing

rain and water runoff measuring instruments. There is a conflict of public interests between the need to clear hazardous vegetation to protect infrastructure and the need to preserve the natural habitat from human activities that endanger it. Because a significant portion of the populated area of the County lies in the flood plain that borders the Santa Clara and Ventura Rivers, the Grand Jury found that it is imperative that these critical waterways stay clear of hazardous vegetation and debris that could form dams at bridge abutments and culverts. When high water does wash vegetation and debris downstream, it must be cleared quickly so that flooding does not result.

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Professor Scamp, Ph.D n LostCatVentura. com and LostDogVentura.com are free resources for finding lost cats and dogs in Ventura County. And where you can post Professor Scamp a notice for your lost pet. Ph.D n The Summerfest All Breed Dog Show, by the Ventura County Dog Fanciers Assoc. is June 30-July 3 (7am8pm) at the Ventura Fairgrounds. And if you like horsies the Ventura County Fair Youth Horse Show is July 15-17(8am-4pm) at the Fairgrounds Morgan Equestrian Center. n Ventura resident, John Darling has kicked off his fund raising site, Tinker’s Treat(www.tinkerstreat.com). Mr. Darling explains his effort and why he started Tinker’s Treat. “Tinker’s is a site dedicated to raising money to pay the adoption fees of Senior Animals. My little dog, Tinker, died on April 1, 2016 after having lived with my family for 2 ½ years. She was the quietest, most well behaved, and most loving little dog I have ever had but before I adopted her, she lived at Humane Society of Ventura County for a year. Despite being very

At the recent Felix n’Fido Bring Me Home Adoption Festival cats weren’t very cooperative in walking down the “red carpet” to be adopted. cute and very sweet, no one wanted her due to her age. She was seven years old when I took her home. In an effort to encourage others to adopt older animals and take pleasure in the pure joy I had while Tinker was with me, I want to raise funds that will pay the adoption fees for Senior Dogs because old dogs need love too.” For more information, Mr. Darling can be contacted at 824-7901. n Recently a 15-month-old yellow lab died in Salt Lake City after being left in a hot car for about four hours. Officers responded about 2 p.m. to a call about an unresponsive dog in a car in a parking lot. The lab was removed from the car by an animal control officers. Officers took the dog to the Utah Veterinary Center, where a veterinarian pronounced the dog dead.

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The dog’s human told police he’d checked on the dog at 10 a.m., but hadn’t been back outside until after the officers arrived. I’m sure that he is a loving dog person but there’s a chance he could face possible felony or misdemeanor charges. This type of incident happens far too often, people just don’t realize that the inside of a car on a hot day can reach more than 120 degrees within minutes, and dogs who are left inside can’t sweat, so our organs overheat. A good rule of thumb is that when the temperature is 70 degrees or higher, it’s too hot to leave an animal in the car. Or just never leave us alone in your car, we get lonesome. If a dog shows signs of distress from heat — ­ heavy panting, glazed eyes, a deep red or purple tongue, vomiting or staggering — people should help gradually lower their body temperature by using cool water and wet towels and by taking them to a veterinarian. n I hate fleas they make me itch. It’s practically impossible to keep fleas and ticks completely at bay but there are some steps you can take to try and minimize the opportunities for contact with your pet. Wildlife, including opossums, coyotes, raccoons, and skunks, and even untreated cats and dogs can deposit flea eggs into a yard. It may be possible to reduce flea infestations by limiting the access these animals have around your house and yard. Your local nursery or garden professional may have some advice on what to plant or other strategies to discourage animal trespassers. It can be helpful to alter the landscape around your homes to make it unsuitable for ticks and their hosts. For example, keep the lawn mowed, remove leaf litter accumulations and prune shrubs and trees. Contact a professional pest specialist if you have any questions regarding environmental treatments for ticks. Despite your efforts to reduce the fleas and ticks in your yards, we may still be exposed to these parasites, so you should take measures to help protect us. Treat all dogs and cats in the household with a flea and tick control product. One untreated pet can lead to a flea infestation in the household. Topical products can help protect your dog from unexpected flea and tick sources by killing adult fleas, eggs and larvae, and all stages of ticks. Consistency is key. Even one missed dose of your monthly flea and tick control can set the stage for a flea infestation that takes months to resolve, or put your pet at greater risk of exposure to a tick borne disease. So be sure you treat your pet now and continue monthly applications throughout the rest of the year. You know that you hate to see us scratching all of the time.

Al Pacino Murphy. June, 2002 - June 14, 2016 “Al, my sweet boy. I’ll keep you in my heart forever.”

Forever homes wanted

If you’ve never met a Rhodesian Ridgeback, this is your lucky day! I’m Keela and I am a senior gal in search of a laid back human to call my own. Here at VCAS, they call me Teacher’s Pet because I am so friendly and all I want to do is make you happy! I like to play a little, relax a little and receive treats! Imagine what you can teach me ( I already know “sit”). It’s not a problem for me if you have other dogs. It just means I will do everything in my doggie power to make sure I am your favorite! I am currently staying in kennel 56 if you would like to take a look at my cute self. Keela A638588. Ventura County Animal Services – Camarillo location – 600 Aviation Drive

Hi: We’re Bo and Daisy a bonded brother and sister. We’re 7 1/2-year-old Labrador mix. We were adopted together as puppies, but sadly our living situation has changed and we’ve lost our home. We’d make a great addition to any family great with children, other dogs and cats too! We’re house and crate trained and know how to use a doggie door. We’ll even let you know when we have to go outside. If you’re looking for 2 lovable Labs to add to your family, come and meet us! CARL Adoption Center-call 644-7387 for more information. Roger is a sweet and talkative kitty who is very affectionate and will rub against his kennel bars in hopes that you’ll reach out and pet him. He enjoys having visitors and telling them about his day. He especially loves to tell you that he wants to go home with you! He came to the shelter a little banged up but has healed nicely and now his handsome features are winning hearts everywhere. Come meet him and he might win yours, too. Ventura County Animal Services – Camarillo Location – 600 Aviation Drive- Roger A641626

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Hi: I’m Cassie, a very lucky shih tzu because I was fostered from Lhasa Happy Homes and I was so wonderful that the foster home became my permanent home. I like to look pretty and play with other dogs.

Hi: I’m Clover, a one-year-old Australian labradoodle. I like to play and be with people. I have lots of dog friends that I hang out with.

Join Scamp Club Animals of all sorts can join the ScampClub. Email me your picture anda little about yourself to [email protected]. You will be in the Breeze and become world famous.

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Police Reports by Cindy Summers Police reports are provided to us by the Ventura Police Department and are not the opinions of the Ventura Breeze. All suspects mentioned are assumed to be innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. For more police reports go to www.venturabreeze.com. . Sexual Assault Investigation with Arrest On March 6 Ventura Police Dispatch received a report of sexual assault. Patrol officers contacted the female victim, who advised she was sexually assaulted while receiving a tattoo at High Class Tattoo at 51 S. Victoria Ave. The victim identified the suspect as a tattoo artist, 51 year old Camarillo Resident Jaime Garza. Ventura Police Detectives conducted a lengthy investigation and gathered additional evidence. On 5/17/16, a felony warrant was issued for the arrest of Garza for multiple charges relating to the sexual assault. The Ventura Police Department is seeking to identify other potential victims in this case. Anyone who believes they have been victimized by Jaime Garza should contact Det. Hibdon of the Ventura Police Department at 339-4443. Grand Theft Investigation and Arrest In May the Ventura Police Department Street Crimes Unit began an investigation into reports that two victims’ diamonds had been switched for fake stones by the suspect at his jewelry store. The suspect, identified as 54 year old West Hills resident Ara Ghazarian, is the owner operator of Jewelry Unlimited in 4700 block of Telephone Rd. One victim noticed something was wrong with her wedding ring after she had a new setting made by Ghazarian. The victim had this ring inspected at a different jewelry store and discovered that the original diamond from her wedding had been replaced with a “Moissanite” stone .The second victim took a family heirloom ring with a unique style of diamond into Ghazarian’s business to have minor repair performed. She also discovered that the diamond from her ring had been switched out with a Moissanite stone. Based on Ghazarian’s actions and additional evidence discovered during this investigation detectives determined that he intentionally switched the victims’ real diamonds with fake stones with an estimated total loss of over $8,000.00. On June 16, 2016 Ventura Police Department Street Crimes detectives served a search warrant at Ghazarian’s business and took him into custody on two counts of Grand Theft. Shooting Update with Arrest On May 24, at approximately 10:30pm, the Ventura Police Department Command Center received a call from the victims reporting a shooting that had occurred in the area of Oyster St and Seaview Ave. The victims had a brief encounter with the male and female suspects at the McDonald’s restaurant located at 2137 E. Harbor Blvd. The victims left the restaurant parking lot in their vehicle and noticed the suspects, in a white Ford were following them. The victims attempted to lose the suspects in the area of Oyster St and Seaview Ave. When the suspect vehicle passed by theirs, a single gunshot was fired, striking the door of the victim vehicle. Ventura Detectives conducted follow-up and identified 23 year old Ventura resident Juan Ortiz as the suspect who fired a gunshot at the victim’s vehicle. On the morning of June 8, detectives executed multiple search warrants on the west end of Ventura and subsequently

located Ortiz in the area of Barry Dr. and Ventura Ave. and took him into custody. Ortiz was booked at the Ventura County Jail for multiple felonies including shooting from within a vehicle, assault with a firearm, and shooting into an occupied vehicle. Assault with a Deadly Weapon Investigation with Arrest On June 4, at 9:45pm, officers responded to a call regarding an assault with a deadly weapon. When the officers arrived, they found the victim suffering from a large laceration on her head. The suspect had already fled the scene. Ventura City Fire and AMR treated the victim at the scene and transported her to Ventura County Medical Center for further medical treatment. The investigation into the incident revealed the suspect had been involved in an argument with the victim. At some point during the argument, the suspect picked up a metal bicycle tire pump and began striking the victim in the head with it. Officers were able to identify the suspect as 48 year old Ventura vagrant Linda Brown. Officers conducted a lengthy search of the area but did not initially locate the suspect. On 6/5/16, during the morning hours, officers did finally locate the suspect. She was arrested and transported to Ventura County Jail where she was book on the charge of assault with a deadly weapon. Felon in Possession of Firearm Arrest On June 9, at 9am, Ventura Police Department Street Crimes Unit Detectives observed a suspicious vehicle traveling in the 3500 block of Telegraph Rd. The detectives initiated a traffic stop on this vehicle for an equipment violation and contacted the driver who was identified as 46 year old Ojai resident Shane Young. As the detectives spoke with Young they observed that he was displaying symptoms of being under the influence of a controlled substance. The detectives questioned Young about this and subsequently took him into custody for being under the influence of an illegal drug. Young was also found to be in possession of a small amount of suspected heroin. Detectives conducted a search of his vehicle and, located a handgun in the cargo area. This handgun was found to have been reported stolen in a vehicle burglary that had occurred the previous week. Young, who is a convicted felon, was later transported to the Ventura County Main Jail and booked on the following charges: Assault with a Deadly Weapon Arrest On June 9, at approximately 10:30am, officers responded to a call of an injured subject in front of a business in the 1000 block of N. Ventura Ave. Officers learned the victim was riding his bicycle on Ventura Ave. when the suspect, later identified as 47 year old Ventura resident Yurii Seals, confronted him and knocked him off the bike. While the victim was on the ground, Seals began punching and kicking him in the head. Seals fled the area after the attack. The victim was treated at the scene by Ventura City Fire personnel and released. The reason for the attack was unknown, but the victim did know Seals prior to the altercation. A warrant was issued for Seals. On June 10, at approximately 1:15pm, detectives received information that Seals was possibly seen in the area of the 100 block of E. Vince St. He was observed leaving in a vehicle, which was stopped by patrol units. Seals was taken into custody without incident.

Assault with a Deadly Weapon On June 17, at approximately 3pm, the Ventura Police Department Command Center received a call of a family disturbance and reports that one of the family members, later identified as the victim, was being assaulted with an axe. Officers, along with Ventura City Fire and AMR personnel, responded to the call and found the victim suffering from multiple non-life threatening injuries to his upper body. He was treated at scene by medical personnel and released. The suspect, identified as 28 year old Ventura resident Ryan Cortez, fled the residence prior to officers arriving on scene. During the investigation, the victim and Ryan Cortez, who are brothers, got into an argument. Cortez armed himself with a hammer and struck the victim several times.

Harbor Patrol Blotter Just a few of the things the Harbor Patrol tends to. 6-1 10:45am, while on patrol in the fireboat, officers observed workers conducting major repairs on a motor vessel in A-dock Ventura Isle marina. A verbal warning for the violations was issued and the crew picked up the debris from the work out of the water. 1:45pm, while on patrol in the vehicle, officers observed a couple walking their dog and not pick up after the animal. A verbal warning was issued on the condition that the owners grab a pickup mitt and clean up after the dog. 6-3 6:50am, received a report of large fuel sheen from various marinas throughout the harbor. Officers search by land and sea but were unable to locate the source of the sheen. 2:10pm, received a report of fuel sheen from a tenant at VIM. Officers responded and found a heavy sheen near D-dock VIM. They found the source, a leaking fuel filter

that was filling bilge of a vessel. The owner had mitigated the issue, cleaned his bilge and was issued a verbal warning for the violation. 6:55pm, received a request for a tow from a disabled vessel near the break wall. Officers responded and assisted the disabled vessel and towed it back to their slip in the timeshare docks. 6-4 3:15pm, received a report of a disabled vessel outside the harbor in the surf line. Officers responded and found the 24ft vessel with 2 persons onboard. The vessel was taken en tow and safely delivered to Ventura West marina. 5:55pm, received a report of a sailboat on the rocks near the Ventura Yacht club. Officers responded and found the vessel had self-rescued. 6-5 10:00am, received a dispatch to a medical at the marina mobile home park. Officers responded and assisted City fire and AMR with a 73 year old male complaining of a stroke, he was transported to local hospital for evaluation. 7:25pm, received a report of a local transient trespassing on a boat. Officers responded and assisted Ventura PD with the call. The individual was arrested for trespassing and breaking/entering. 9:05pm, received a report of an ill person at Surfers Knoll parking lot. The patient, a local female transient eventually refused medical attention. 6-6 4:50pm, received a dispatch to a medical alarm in the marina mobile home park. Officers responded and assisted a female who had fallen get up. 7:04pm, received a dispatch to an unknown medical at Surfers Knoll parking lot. Officers responded and found a local female transient complaining of feeling ill. Ventura PD officers eventually arrested the female for public intoxication after AMR medics determined there were no medical issues. 6-7 7:08am, received a report of a deceased whale on the riprap near Marina Park. Officers responded and eventually later in the day the whale was towed by Vessel Assist many miles outside the islands.

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Ventura Unified School District Superintendent Dr. Michael Babb with IrieAnn Harris.

Ventura County’s Graduating Seniors Impress and Inspire From the “Ventura County Office of Education” IrieAnn Harris - Buena High District Superintendent Dr. Michael School-Unstable home life motivated Babb presented her with the “Most her to build a better future Inspirational” student award. She also IrieAnn Harris had no choice but to finds time to volunteer at Casa Pacifica, grow up fast. Due to family problems, which provides support services to she says the responsibility of caring families in crisis. for her three youngest siblings fell She credits her success to the primarily to her. “I would get up, go to positive role models in her life, school, come home right away, watch including her half-sister’s father the kids until they went to bed and and her US history teacher Norma clean the house and make food and do Saatjian. She also says the AVID homework,” she says. Then last summer, program that helps underprivileged she says her mom moved away with the kids with the college application younger kids. She says it’s been years process was invaluable. “AVID taught since she’s seen her dad. me everything I didn’t learn at home She’s been living with friends and and that would be too hard to figure relatives, and despite the instability out online,” she says. “It teaches you at home, she’s achieved great things how to be a successful student.” as a student at Buena High School in Instead of repeating mistakes Ventura. She has a near-perfect grade made by some of the adults in her life, point average and earned a QuestBridge IrieAnn says she has learned from scholarship, which gives high-achieving them. “Everything from life choices to low-income students a full ride to elite mannerisms to how to raise a child. I universities. She will attend USC in the learned what not to do and what I didn’t fall and dreams of becoming a teacher. want my life to be like, so that really In January, Ventura Unified School motivated me to go the other way.” Ventura County Fusion offers dynamic soccer camps designed for youth players to have fun and develop their soccer skills. The focus is on the fundamentals of soccer with ball familiarity, unopposed activities progressing to small sided games. Fusion soccer camps empower each child to reach his or her maximum potential through customized, one-on-one instruction. Beyond skills, soccer camp participants also learn the value of good sportsmanship and friendly competition, while being able to meet new people and make friends from around the world in a fun atmosphere that fosters rewarding relationships, learning, and improvement. Camps are for both girls and boys. Players will be challenged to consistently perform learned techniques in competitive game situations.  This year camps are available in Camarillo, Ventura, Oxnard and Santa Paula with cost ranging from $59 to $150. For more information email [email protected] or call 830-8026.

The Casitas Rowing Junior Team was honored to receive the Outstanding Sportsmanship Award at their Youth Regional Championships this month. US Rowing awarded these athletes at the regatta that had 39 teams from 6 states and over 1500 competitors. They are now signing up for summer classes 6th-12th grade www.casitasrowing.org.

New West Symphony Harmony Project to expand annual summer music camp The New West Symphony Harmony Project of Ventura County’s Summer Music Camp is expanding to include third through ninth grade students throughout Ventura County. Two two-week sessions will be offered. Students entering grades 3-5 are eligible to participate in the first session taking place Tuesday, July 5 through Friday, July 15. It will provide instruction in beginning strings, winds, and brass. Intermediate students entering grades 6-9 may attend the second session, being held Monday, July 18 through Friday, July 29. Both sessions

will take place from 9:00 am to12 noon at Sheridan Way Elementary School, located at 573 Sheridan Way. Tuition cost is $150 for two weeks, with scholarships available for those who demonstrate financial need. The Harmony Project Summer Music Camp will provide students with high-quality instruction from professional musicians who teach with the New West Symphony Harmony Project of Ventura County throughout the school year. Students will receive instruction on their specific instrument and in musicianship, and will also have the opportunity to take elective classes such as choir, jazz and art. Students will play in ensembles and perform in front of an audience at the end of their session. “Our summer camp has been so successful for the past two years that this year we decided to open it up to the greater Ventura County community,” said New West Symphony Harmony Project Director Andrea Landin. “It’s important for all children to have access to a music education, and we are very excited to be able to bring students together from diverse schools and backgrounds to make music.” The New West Symphony Harmony Project is a youth development program

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Youth that provides tuition-free, after-school music instruction to 140 underserved children in Ventura County. The program is funded largely through individual donations and community and foundation grants, and is managed under the direction and auspices of the New West Symphony. For more information or to enroll contact Andrea Landin, the Harmony Project of Ventura County Director, at 279-2424 or alandin@newwestsymphony. org.

received a $2000 Darrell Downey Memorial Scholarship from the Saticoy Senior Men’s Golf Club. Jacob Johnson, Ventura HS, received a $1000 Scholarship from the Olivas Links Senior Men’s Golf Club. Supreet Shah, Thousand Oaks HS, received a $1000 Scholarship from the River Ridge Senior Men’s Golf Club. Karina Lopez Saldana, Carpinteria HS, received a $1000 Scholarship from the Olivas Links Men’s Golf Club. Elizabeth Esquivel, Carpinteria HS, received a $1000 Scholarship from the Buenaventura Senior Men’s Golf Club.

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Golf team members honored Following a long standing tradition, five local men’s golf clubs have once again presented six high school graduating seniors, who were school golf team members, with a $2000 or $1000 college scholarship. Adam Franc, Adolfo Camarillo HS, and Niella McWeeney, Ventura HS, each

The Ventura Music Festival is welcoming a new Board member: Richard Reisman, MD, Vice President of Ambulatory Medicine for Community Memorial Health System. Dr. Reisman was hired by CMHS twenty-one years ago to develop a series of ambulatory care clinics throughout Western Ventura County and became the first Medical Director of the Centers for Family Health serving from 1994 to 2008 before becoming a Vice President of the health system. In addition to the Festival Board, Dr. Reisman is currently on the board of Ilan Ramon Day School. He is past Board Chair of the Jewish Federation of Ventura County as well as Chair for three years of the Rubicon Theatre Board.

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On Sunday, May 31 fourteen members of Ventura High School’s Global Warming Action Team (GWAT) and three adult volunteers represented the Ventura Hillsides Conservancy (VHC) in a cheering competition hosted by the Mountains 2 Beach Marathon. The GWAT members arrived at 5:30 a.m. and danced, sang and cheered for 6.5 hours straight! Thanks to the hard-work and enthusiasm of the GWAT cheerers, VHC received the most votes from the runners and earned the top $3,000 prize! To anyone who thinks that high schoolers’ are unmotivated, think again - GWAT is simply amazing!

Caitlyn Rose Fastenau, Girl Scouts Gold Award recipient and senior at Ventura High School, has been honored for her exemplary volunteer service with a President’s Volunteer Service Award. The award, which recognizes Americans of all ages who have volunteered significant amounts of their time to serve their communities and their country, was granted by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program on behalf of President Barack Obama. Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast (GSCCC) nominated Caitlyn for national honors this fall in recognition of her volunteer service.

Trash & Recyclables & Green Waste Pick Up Delay Due to the Independence Day Holiday Due to the Independence Day holiday on Monday, July 4, trash and recyclables or green waste will be collected one day later than usual the week of July 3-9 in the City of Ventura. For the City of Ojai, trash and recyclables will be collected one day later, on Tuesday, July 5. Thank you and Happy Holiday - E. J. Harrison & Sons

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(Madison Wolfe). Though the film sticks to the format that made its predecessor so great, Wan’s return feels laced with a new sense of vibrancy and vigor, building his conflict from the root of each family’s trials and presenting scares which target them not just physically, but emotionally. Wan again takes his time to fully develop the relationships at the film’s center so that when things go bad, we’re rooting for people that we care about. Almost every person in the huge ensemble gets a moment to shine, whether it’s a small moment of kindness or an act of heroism. In sharp contrast to most horror films now, there are no bad people here – everyone genuinely wants to help out, making the film’s demonic presence scarier than a knee-jerk reaction because we feel the humanity that’s at stake. Wan’s visuals are more ambitious this time as well, and I’m pretty sure that if Hitchcock ever directed a true-blue monster movie, it would look like this. Wan and his cinematographer Don Burgess are on fire, expertly playing with audience expectation through longer, more precise sequences that are wildly diverse and escalate with ingenuity and urgency. Wan moves his camera through the Hodgson house with acrobatic verve, spinning in and around his characters and their surroundings to engage the viewer in a dance of tension and terror. Though jump scares are still prevalent, there’s more subtlety and nuance, allowing for shadows to harbor danger or misdirect us into a larger threat, while small, eerie details present themselves only to return when we least expect With such a huge focus on character,

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the performances stand head-to-head with Wan’s technical prowess. Headlining the entire thing again, are Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson as Lorraine and Ed Warren, respectively. As Lorraine, Farmiga anchors the group with an internal performance that embodies the film’s tension and heart. She’s a caring woman who is strong-willed and out to do her best, even if the burden is heavy. Wilson’s Ed gets a bit of a meatier role this time out, presenting a man who is deeply connected with his feelings, giving the film an exploration of faith, sacrifice and strength without devolving into a generic alpha. From the great characters to the immaculately crafted thrills, The Conjuring 2 is a home run from top to bottom. It’s a film that show’s Wan’s talent for knowing exactly how to subvert and cater to audience expectation, while also proving that mainstream horror can still be prestigious, accessible and scary. Whereas most horror sequels can’t figure out where to go and struggle with reinvention or extensive retcons, this is a film that is confident and assured, building characters that are compelling enough to keep returning to time and again. Now playing at Cinemark Downtown 10. Rated R. 133 minutes. Two on the Aisle

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justice to the lilting Soon it’s Gonna Rain. Unequally paired are the parents, played by Laura Ring and Dale Alpert. While they are energetic, enthusiastic and talented, we found their rapid-fire repartee difficult to understand at times. Their actions are vaudevillian in style and their voices not always complementary. The quiet role of The Mute is played timidly by Hillary Michelle. Many productions imbue The Mute/Wall with a more omniscient essence. In this case she is almost unnecessary and given little to do. Two traveling actors hired by El Gallo to stage an “abduction,” Todd Ticker as Henry and Alex Czajka as Mortimer, round out the cast. Camarillo Skyway Playhouse is one of Ventura County’s true community theaters. Many actors and new directors get an opportunity to try out their wings both on and off the stage, to varying degrees of success. This production, while boasting a cast of quite capable individuals, never fully gels under the weight of the directorial choices. Nevertheless, with the inherent strength of Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt’s proven story and music, plus the individual musical talents of the cast, the show retains its charm and entertainment quality. For this version – five stars out of ten. The Fantasticks plays through July 10 at the Camarillo Skyway Playhouse on the Camarillo airport at 330 Skyway Dr., Camarillo. Show times: 8:00 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. 2:00 p.m. Sundays. Tickets and information 388-5716 and www.skywayplayhouse.org.

by Jim Spencer & Shirley Lorraine The Fantasticks is the longest running musical in theatrical history, playing continually in Manhattan for 50 years. It’s a classic tale of love, loss, reality and fantasy involving a boy, a girl, two parents and a wall. Why, then, do people feel a need to change, edit and update it? The current production at the Camarillo Skyway Playhouse has been tweaked to suit the young director. In our view the adjustments are not satisfying and generally do not work on many levels. One of the beautiful things about this classic is its simplicity and timelessness. The script places the action in a backyard garden. However, for this production the director has chosen to reset the action against the backdrop of a carnival. While this creates a quite colorful background, it really does nothing to enhance the story other than cause the players to perform in an almost clownish and overdone manner. At times some dialogue references become jarringly incomprehensible when the characters speak of things in the surroundings that do not exist, even in a representative fashion – like a great tree. To be fair, the voices are well suited to the score and the actors mostly keep pace with the recorded orchestrations. The characterizations are solid throughout, although (again most likely directorially) played a bit too broadly. The classic role of the swashbuckling bandit El Gallo is larger than life in the persona of Jeff Berg, whose voice is equal to the task. Audiences enjoy his rendition of Try to Remember, in particular. It is unfortunate he is dressed in an ill-fitting and unflattering tailed vest as he saunters casually though the piece, rather than taking command of the stage as a heroic figure. Nonetheless, he does credit to the role vocally. The young innocent Luisa is played with naïve abandon by Katy Jarvis. She is matched by Parker Harris as Matt, her paramour. Both have lovely voices and do

A Celebration of 50 years of Brazil 66.

Sergio Mendes leads largest VMF concert Sergio Mendes has signed on to lead the largest concert of the 2016 Ventura Music Festival: Sergio Mendes: A Celebration of 50 years of Brazil 66. The music legend will bring his cool factor, along with a company of musicians and singers, for an exciting evening of the pop/jazz/bossa nova sound that’s as alluring today as when it landed him in the Grammy Hall of Fame! Mendes opens the Festival’s 2nd weekend on Friday, July 22nd. The venue for the Mendes concert only is the Oxnard Performing Arts Center – with food trucks and a pre-concert dance party in the PAC Courtyard from 6 to 7:30. All other concerts of the 2016 Festival take place in the Ventura College Performing Arts Center. The Festival leads off the first weekend on July 15th with the chart-topping Anderson & Roe Piano Duo who have captivated audiences with “outrageous and transcendental” performances and music videos viewed by millions. How good are they? “Even the most jaded of concert goers sat forward in their seats and dropped their jaws in amazement.” A sensational start to the Festival. Tickets to all concerts of the Ventura Music Festival are on sale now at Ventura MusicFestival.org or 648-3146.

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Mother Goose and Grimm

Baby Blues

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You feel ready to face up to a major change, although it might involve some risks. A once-dubious family member comes around and offers support and encouragement. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Move forward with your plans, despite discouraging words from those who underestimate the Bovine’s strong will. Your keen instincts will guide you well. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A misunderstanding is easily cleared up. Then go ahead and enjoy some fun and games this week. A Libra might have ideas that merit serious consideration for the future. CANCER ( June 21 to July 22) You might feel as if you’re in an emotional pressure cooker, but the situation is about to change in your favor. Take time out for some wellearned fun. LEO ( July 23 to August 22) A shift in your workplace responsibilities creates resentment among some co-workers. Deal with it before it becomes a threat to your success on the job. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Expect some surprises in what you thought was one of your typically well-planned schedules.

Deal with them, and then enjoy some lighthearted entertainment. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Be careful: What appears to be a solid financial opportunity might have some hidden risks attached. A hazy personal matter needs to be cleared up. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) It’s a good time to strengthen ties with family and friends. You might feel unsure about a recent workplace decision, but time will prove you did the right thing. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Just when you thought your relationship was comfortable and even predictable, your partner or spouse could spring a potentially life-changing surprise on you. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Your usually generous self is overshadowed by your equally strong suspicious nature. You might be judging things too harshly. Keep an open mind. AQUARIUS ( January 20 to February 18) Love and romance dominate the week. Married Aquarians enjoy domestic harmony, while singles could soon be welcoming overtures from loving Leos. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) An old health problem recurs, but it is soon dealt with, leaving you eager to get back into the swing of things. A favorable travel period starts this week. BORN THIS WEEK: You have an independent spirit that resists being told what to do. But you’re also wise enough to appreciate good advice. (c) 2016 King Features Synd., Inc.

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American roots alive in Ventura by Pam Baumgardner VenturaRocks.com Roadshow Revival is finally here the weekend of June 25 and 26 and will once again will be held at Mission Park downtown Ventura. I asked owner and found of RSR, Ross Emery, about the shift away from a tribute to the Man in Black and he told me, “The change to Roadshow Revival came about after much consideration and moving away from restrictions and monetary investments with the JR CASH estate (I was authorized to use the Johnny Cash Music Festival name on an annual basis). The Emery Family decided to open up the branding to a celebration of American Roots Music; so we’re now celebrating and showcasing influential music in the 21 century!” Some of the acts to look for at this year’s Roadshow Revival include John Doe, The Paladins, The Blasters, Robert Gordon, James Intveld, along with local favorites The Vonettes, Jackass, Hard 6 plus a dozen or so more bands. Along with top-notch rockabilly, outlaw country/American Roots music you can check out the awesome Kustom cars and bikes, a Pin-up girl pageant, tons of vendors and a kid’s corral. Get more information and tickets at Roadshow Revival.com. The City’s 41st annual Fourth of July Street Fair continues this year starting with a Pushem Pullem parade followed by over 300 arts and crafts, vendors, food booths and music. The City is expecting 30,000 residents and visitors this year. The music line up on several stages includes Rhythm 805, Tom & Milo, Raised on Vinyl, Bar B and the Ranch Hands, the Unusual Suspects, Caliente, and the Iron Mountain Boys. If you want to beat the parking the City will be offering a free bike corral on California Street at Santa Clara as well as free shuttle service from the County Government Center. The Mighty Cash Cats are making their fourth trip to the Emerald Isle this Summer, as The Pullmen return for their umpteenth tour of France. Ones to Watch Productions have added additional shows for their showcases at Grapes and Hops on Main Street, downtown Ventura. You won’t want to miss the Doug Pettibone Band when they play there on Saturday, July 2. As you may know, Doug Pettibone has toured with Jewel, Tracy Chapman, Lucinda Williams, Marianne Faithful and more recently supporting John Mayer on lap steel and guitar. Sunday Punk Rock Party for June will be held on Sunday, June 26 at Sans Souci with Conquer the Martians, Public Enema, Hymen

Blasters and the Schadenfreuders out of Portland, Oregon. And finally, congratulations to Mark Masson for tying the knot. Mark’s band, Shaky Feelin’ has been racking up the views on our Ventura Rocks YouTube channel. The next band in the studio to be featured on Ventura Rocks at CAPS Media will be The NaVaNaX! Do you have any music related news or upcoming shows you want help publicizing? Send all information short or long to [email protected], and for updated music listings daily, go to www.VenturaRocks.com.

Music Calendar For more events go to VenturaRocks.com Amigos Cafe & Cantina 546 E. Main St. 805-874-2232 Mondays: Open mic Thurs 6/23: Rhythm Soul Fri 6/24: Smokey & Friends Thurs 6/30: Rhythm Soul Sat 7/2: Goodnight Kiss; Sin Chonies Sun 7/3: 5 pm The Tossers; 9 pm Karoake Bombay Bar & Grill 143 S. California St. 805-643-4404 Sat 6/25: Raised on Vinyl Café Fiore 66 S. California Street Wed 6//22: Big Adventure Thurs 6/23: Jade Hendrix Sat 6/25: Red Muffs Sun 6/26: Casey Jones & the Reggae Train Tues 6/28: Brandon Ragan Wed 6/29: Big Adventure Thurs 6/30: Sound Effect Fri 7/1: Little Alice Sat 7/2: Rick Whitfield Sun 7/3: Babylon Rockers Tues 7/5: Bernie Meisinger The Cave 4435 McGrath Street Thurs & Fridays: 5:30 – 8:30 pm Warren Takahashi Copa Cubana Ventura Harbor Village Mondays: 6 pm The Estrada Band Tuesdays: RJ Mischo & the Down Home Trio Wednesdays: Todd’s Jazz Band Thurs 6/23: Brandon Ragan Fri 6/24: Davey Miller Sat 6/25: 1 pm Andy Cahan; 7 pm Live Band Karaoke Sun 6/26: Noon Andy Cahan; 4 pm Laura Cozzi & Soul Machine Thurs 6/30: Grand Opening party Sat 7/2: 1pm Andy Cahan; Sun 7/3: Noon Andy Cahan; Dargan’s 593 E. Main Street Sun 6/19: 4 pm The Sunday Drivers Discovery 1888 Thompson Blvd Wednesdays: Starlight Swing Night Thurs 6/23: Hirie Fri 6/24: Robert Gordon, Phantom Pomps, Rock Cats Rock Sat 6/25: Inazuma, Silvertooth Loose, Galactic Polecats Thurs 6/30: Rital Movement, Vibrant Heights

Fri 7/1: Mitch King & Rock Cats Rock Sat 7/2: Tomorrows Bad Seeds El Rey Cantina 294 E. Main Street Fridays: 4 pm Xoco Moraza and Friends; 9:30 DJ/Karaoke by DJ Gold Dust Saturdays: DJ Erock The Garage 1091 Scandia Avenue Wed 6/29: GASH GiGi’s 2493 Grand Avenue Thurs & Fridays: Karaoke Sat 6/25: Brian Faith Band Golden China 760 S. Seaward (805) 652-0688 Karaoke seven nights a week 9 pm Tuesdays 7 pm: Open Mic Gone West Cellars 5963 Olivas park Drive Music Fridays 6-8 pm Fri 6/24: Double Trouble Sun 6/26 2-4 Gypsy Stew Fri 7/1: Big Adventure Grapes and Hops 454 E. Main Street Fri 6/24: Conner Cherland Sat 6/25: Rivvrs Sat 7/2: Doug Pettibone The Greek Restaurant Ventura Harbor Sat & Sun 7:30 pm Belly Dancing, Greek music and show; DJ dancing Hong Kong Inn 435 E. Thompson Blvd Mondays Karaoke Thursdays: Gypsy Blues Band swing night Fri 6/24: Hi Hat Entertainment – Jim Gibson Blues Band Fri 7/1: Hi Hat Entertainment – Rick Estrin & the Night Cats Sun 7/3: RJ Mischo Blues Band Keynote Lounge 10245 Telephone Road Tuesday and Wednesday: Karaoke Thursday: Open Mic Sunday: Karaoke Fri 6/24: Tex Pistols Sat 6/25: Black Canyon Band Majestic Ventura Theater 26 S. Chestnut Street Sun 6/26: Pouya Margarita Villa Ventura Harbor Village Fri & Sat at 5; Sundays at 3 Fri 6/24: Corsican Brothers Sat 6/25: JD Brothers Sun 6/26: The Catterwailers O’Leary’s 6555 Telephone Road Wednesdays: Karaoke Wed 5/25: Karaoke Fri 6/24: Live Band Karaoke Paddy’s 2 W. Main Street Wednesdays: Karaoke Fri & Sat: DJs Plan B Wine Cellars 3520 Arundell Sat 6/25: 3:30 pm Deb Ryder Poinsettia Pavillion 3451 Foothill Road (805) 648-1143 Mon 6/27: Monday Night Dance Club with Wyatt Haupt Band Sun 7/3: 2 -4 pm Old Country-Grass Band Tues 7/5: 6:30 pm Bar-B and the Ranch Hands Prime 2209 E. Thompson Blvd Tuesdays: Danny D Fridays: Encore Saturdays: Beach City Sound Club Red Cove 1809 E. Main Street

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Thursdays: Music Club Open Jam Night Rookees Sports Bar & Grill 419 E. Main Street (805) 648-6862 Fri and Sat: Rotating DJs Saloon BBQ Co. 456 E. Main Street Fri 6/24: Battlefield Sat 6/25: Medicine Hat; The Detroit Sportsmen’s Congress Sandbox Coffeehouse 204 E. Thompson Blvd 805-641-1025 Thurs 6 pm, Weekends noon Thursdays Open Mic Sat 6/25: David Bucci Sun 6/26: Marchal Riddle Sat 7/2: Daniel Stamatelacky Sun 7/3: Kyra Nicole Sans Souci 21 S. Chestnut Sundays: DJ Darko Mondays: Karaoke Tuesdays: Transform Tuesday Wednesdays: Open mic Thursdays: DJ Spinobi Fri 6/24: We Govern We Sat 6/25: Hubcap Steelers Sun 6/26: Public Enema, Schadenfreuders, Hymen Blasters, Conquer the Martians, Squashed Grapes 2351 E. Main St. 805-643-7300 Live jazz music 7-10 pm Wed 6/22: Cary DeNegris-Dave Smith Quartet Thurs 6/23: Tom Barnett & Friends Fri 6/24: Hans Ottsen & Friends Sat 6/25: Colin Bailey &B Friends Wed 6/29: RJ Mischo Harmonica Blues Band Thurs 6/30: Sean Riddle Quartet Sat 7/2: The Barrelhouse Wailers Star Lounge 343 E. Main Street Fri 6/24: Big Adventure Sat 6/25: Gypsy Stew Sun 6/26: 4 pm Skinny & Schooney The Tavern 211 E. Santa Clara Street Sunday open mics Karaoke Tuesdays Metal Music Wednesdays DJs every Thursday college night Fri 6/24: The Caverns Sat 6/25: Big River VFW Hall 3801 Market Street Saturdays: 4-8 pm Captain Ron W20 at the Watermark 598 E. Main Street Fri 6/24: Big River Sat 6/25: The Bomb Sun 6/26: 11 am David Patt; 3 pm Shawn Jones Fri 7/1: 6 pm Karen Eden; 9 pm Lucky Devils Band Sat 7/2: The Bomb Sun 7/3: 11 am David Patt; 3 pm Rick Whitfield The Wine Rack 14 S. California Street Music runs 7-11 pm, Sundays at 2:30 pm Sundays: B&V Acoustics Mondays: Open Mic Tuesdays: Keith Cain Wednesday: Danielle Stacy Thursdays: Jon Gindick Fri 6/24: Michael Bigg Sat 6/25: Catfish Fry Sat 7/2: Coda The 805 Bar Ventura Harbor Sat & Sun: 1 pm Kenny DeVoe Sat 7/2: Toni Jannotta, Tom Collins & Bruce Lett

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Arts for Earth Foundation: Green Street Ventura comes to the July 4th Street Fair by Karen Helen Szatkowski Can passion for the arts create compassion for the earth? Arts for Earth Foundation, (AFEF), was created to do just that. Recently, founder Michelle Nosco, hosted think tanks on behalf

Ojai Portrait Artist - Ojai Community Bank - Reception Thursday, June 16, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Ventura Art Scene of local environmentalism: Sierra Clubs’ Wildlife Corridor, iMatterYouth’s Climate report-card and Surf Rider’s Matilija Dam Wetlands project. Now AFEF is sharing the wealth of Ventura’s artists and environmentalists with the public bringing “Green Street” to Ventura’s July 4th Street Fair! Their booth, sponsored by the Ventura Climate Hub and Rincon-Vitova, unveils a 20’ hand painted tourist map mural highlighting local green projects. Simply put, the arts community and the organizations for sustainable living in our beautiful city are logical partners to inform and inspire everyone. The intent of AFEF is to involve hundreds, even thousands of people at the festival to join the many different campaigns supporting the natural world right here at home. “It’s all about reconnecting aesthetically to become healthy. One gains a sense of well-being at an affordable price, and much of it is free. Organic Gardening with neighbors for family and FOOD Share is sustainable. Trading work for Ventura Timebank hours is a great way to shop local.” Says Nosco See you at the Street Fair! You’ll also meet the CA Native Plant Society, Bicycle Hub, Ventura Food Co-Op, Community Roots Garden, Abundant Table, artists: D.Bell, M.Brasa, S.Foster, ArtByJudd, Burton, K.Mann, “Kimo”, MJ.Murphy, M.Nosco, G.Pocock, C.Quan and L.LeTourneau. www.ArtsForEarth.org

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Art , a la Carte “Mermaid and her catfish, Goldie” 18 x 36 oil on canvas by Tina Obrian. The Tina Obrien Gallery has a new name and new location in the Harbor. It is now the Mermaid Gallery located at 1575 Spinnaker Dr., #107B, Ventura Harbor Village (by the Coffee Dock & Post). Open daily 11 to 6. Visit www.tinaobrienfineart.com for more information and art by Tina.

Charcoal portraits drawn by Sandy Treadwell will be on display at the Ojai Community Bank until July 29. Treadwell has been a journalist and politician and was New York Secretary of State. He and his wife Libby moved to Ojai in 2010 to be near their Los Angeles-based family. In 2014 he became a student of Ojai artist Dan Schultz and discovered both an ability to draw and the joy of portraiture. His portraits - many are Ojai residents are done in charcoal on paper. Ojai Community Bank, 402 W. Ojai Ave., Ojai.

An iconic image of St. Junipero Serra is now on permanent display at Mission San Buenaventura. Artist John Nava designed the tapestry based on the oil painting using the electronic Jacquard technology. John Nava studied art at U.C. Santa Barbara and did his graduate MFA work in Florence, Italy. His work is found in numerous private, corporate and public collections throughout the United States, Europe and Japan including the National Museum of American Art in Washington D.C. Nava has done large-scale public works including projects for the Tokyo Grain Exchange in Japan, the Seattle Symphony Benaroya Hall and Westmont College. The Serra tapestry is an exact replica of the original tapestry that was blessed by Pope Francis in November 2015 in the sacristy of the National Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. The original tapestry is on display at Mission San Carlos Borromeo in Carmel where St. Junipero Serra is interred.

Vita Art Center, 432 North Ventura Ave. Studio 30 www.vitaartcenter.com Trevor Norris-House Inside Out and Other Stories Opening reception: July 1 from 6-9 p.m. Exhibit until July 30 Gallery hours: M-F 10-4 pm Sat. and Sun. by appointment “The works shown in House Inside Out and Other Stories pay homage to my family history, and to some amazing examples of unintentional and ephemeral art that I see every day on walls driving around Southern California. It’s not graffiti that interests me, most of it made in a far too self-conscious and ego driven manner - I am more intrigued by tagging painted over with colors that don’t match, in shapes that don’t conform to anything familiar. Combining these influences, I aim to reveal the personal in a universal way without resorting to a literal narrative. You will not be able to ‘read’ my story in these paintings.”

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Meet PRC members ~ The Wellik Family...and hear why they joined the PIERPONT RACQUET CLUB! “There are so many things I love about being a member of the Pierpont Racquet Club!” “Walking in the door I am always greeted with a smile and a clean towel. No matter who is working, I walk in feeling special.” “I utilize the childcare and love the way the childcare staff take care for my 3 kids...It's a comforting feeling knowing they are having just as much fun as we are, while at the club.” “The tennis has been a game changer for my husband and I. My husband and I couldn't even really get a game in before we joined the club.” “They have great clinics for the kids! My 5 year old son has really been enjoying learning to play tennis!” “Some Sundays my husband and I take advantage of the indoor and outdoor pool with the kids. It’s so refreshing, and good exercise for our kids!” “The Club has fun social events! It’s a great time to get to know new members of the club too.”

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This ’n’ That Water out of thin air Continued from page 1 season, the greater the water collection. According to VBG Executive Director Joe Cahill, “With water resources at such low levels in Ventura, we are investigating a number of nontraditional sources for helping with long-term plans to irrigate plants for our botanical collection, including reclaimed water and rainwater collection. The atmospheric water harvesting (collecting water from fog in the air) is one of our most exciting options.” The technology for fog collection made its greatest strides in the 1980s as Canada began to develop options for large-scale use. As the drought continues to cause concern for Southern California, innovative organizations

are looking to technologies like this for current implementation. The Ventura Botanical Gardens is teaming up with students from the Ventura College Water Science Department to share the collected data. The students will collect data and analyze it to calculate the potential for supplementation, and to compare it with other fog collection stations located throughout the world. The experimental installation includes a one square meter collector with standard polypropylene mesh obtained from scientists in Chile, where much of the world’s recent fog collection research has taken place. For further information please contact Joe Cahill at 232-3113, ext. 0 or [email protected].

Hail Mary – Net Zero is here! Continued from page 4 Water Department and an outside consulting firm worked with the Water Commission over a period of nine months to formulate the ingredients of the Net Zero Ordinance. During the lengthy process, the Com-

mission listened to all stakeholders. Keeping water affordable is one of SOW V’s goals. The new ordinance will contribute to that end. Our thanks to the Ventura Council, Ventura Water Staff and Ventura Water Commission. www.SaveOurWaterVentura.org