Ventura County Reporter 07/20/2023

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X-Traordinary X-Citement: X Games action sports competition finals coming to Ventura July 21-23

Spotlight On X Games Athletes: Curren Caples, Bryce Wettstein, Ruby Lilley by Alex Wilson

6 NEWS

“We can do a lot of things together”: Oxnard welcomes new Mexican consul Preservation status for Washington School under consideration: Informational meeting to be held July 26 by Alex Wilson

Eye on the Environment: “Plastic Free July” targets single-use items for collective action by David Goldstein

18 ART + CULTURE

Nuns just want to have fun: Nunsense at Ojai Art Center Theater by Tim Pompey

20 MUSIC

Keeping it loose: Breaking rules and having fun is the secret to Guster’s success by Thomas Crone

22 IN GOOD TASTE

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X Games on tap by Omar Reyes Benítez

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by Alex Wilson

Ricardo Santana Velázquez studied international relations in college and has now worked as a foreign diplomat for 42 years. Countries he’s called home, albeit temporarily during missions that typically last three to five years, include Japan, Italy, Cuba, India and Costa Rica. But the latest post for the veteran diplomat — who holds the esteemed title of Ambassador with the Mexican Secretariat of Foreign Affairs — feels more like his real home than usual.

“I have been in countries where the culture is very different,” Velázquez told the Ventura County Reporter. “So many things from Mexico, you can see them here [in Oxnard], you may find them here. A lot of things to cook and everything.”

American people to join us here in the consulate,” Velázquez said. “We have a lot of activities that we want to show to them. The traditions, the values that we have in Mexico, like this exhibit presenting all of the local painters. And they have here the space to show us what they do, so I am so happy for them.”

Consulate showcases local artists Oxnard Performing Arts Center (OPAC) officials said they received a prestigious $10,000 grant from the National Association of Latino Arts and Culture to continue and strengthen OPAC’s partnership with the consulate to create a welcoming cultural space at the two-story Mexican government office building.

Velázquez, 65, recently started his new assignment overseeing Oxnard’s Mexican Consulate and July 10 was a whirlwind day of greeting new people. He also welcomed a “sister city” delegation from Puerto Vallarta, celebrating a new relationship with the city of Port Hueneme, and helped unveil an art exhibit on the walls of the consulate located near Oxnard Airport at 3151 West Fifth Street.

“I invite all the friends of Mexico and the

The latest exhibit titled 8@5th/Artists from our Community is the third staged inside the consulate since 2021, according to Carolyn Merino Mullin, OPAC executive director. The show will be on display through Nov. 10.

“It’s wonderful that this consul is excited to continue this as a cultural space. And, you know, it’s an incredible place, they welcome 96,000 visitors every single year. And I think government can be a very intimidating experience, so this is a way to make it warm and welcoming to the public Monday through Friday, which is great,” Mullin said.

The latest exhibit focuses on emerging artists who embrace Mexican and American cultural heritage in a variety of styles and mediums. One of the featured artists is Oxnard resident Chuy Leon, who displayed several paintings on wood illustrating the relationship between humankind and nature.

“In each painting, there is a human element and an element from nature, whether it’s a plant or animal or something of the Earth,” Leon explained. While his artworks aren’t necessarily based on Mexican themes, he said all of his work is infused with his culture. “I believe that it fits with Mexican culture simply because I am Mexican. In a way, I do try to have my subject matter communicate more of a universal message. But it’s just inevitable that a lot of the inspiration comes from our own culture. It’s just really validating to just have been selected to be

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Sylvia Muñoz Schnopp and Raul Coultas.

Photo by Alex Wilson

Ambassador Ricardo Santana Velazquez. Photo by Alex Wilson

by Alex Wilson

It was nearly 100 years ago that Washington Elementary School was built at 96 MacMillan Avenue in Midtown Ventura, which at the time would have been near the eastern edge of the expanding city. By the 1980s the Ventura Unified School District had shuttered the campus, partly due to safety concerns about the aging buildings, and neighbors started complaining about graffiti, vandalism and unsheltered people who moved in. Things looked brighter for the campus after it was leased and renovated by Ventura County Christian School in 1999, but that school recently moved after VUSD officials concluded Washington School fails to meet current earthquake standards.

Now leaders of a Ventura nonprofit focused on preserving historic architecture are contemplating ways the school might be reused as

offices, another school or possibly housing for teachers, and whether or not it may qualify for the National Register of Historic Places. San Buenaventura Conservancy for Preservation President Stephen Schafer told the Ventura County Reporter there are fears the building will be vulnerable to vandalism once again now that it’s vacant.

“So we’re back at the point where we have a school that’s a vibrant building that still has all of its bits and pieces attached to it and it hasn’t been boarded up yet, it actually hasn’t been vandalized yet. And the community is concerned about a vacant building that could attract issues and what can we do about it,” he said.

Schafer will lead an informational meeting on July 26 to discuss historic preservation options and potential adaptive reuse.

“We are trying to, first of all, meet with the neighbors and do questions and answers about the school. What do we know about the school? What do we hope to find out about the school? And one of the main things we hope to find

out is, is the school eligible for the National Register of Historic Places,” Schafer explained. “If the community isn’t interested, then it’s up to the conservancy to decide whether we’re interested.”

Schafer said many people who live near Washington School are fearful it might be sold and torn down, and efforts to preserve it could be enhanced if it’s deemed to have historical significance.

“I think there’s a lot of misinformation and a lot of worry. There might be some fear of giant buildings, which I don’t believe is warranted, but, you can’t say exactly because if it is on the surplus properties list and it gets sold outright and there are no protections applied to the buildings, then who knows what can happen,” he said.

VUSD spokesperson Marieanne Quiroz told the VCReporter in an email that no final decision has been made by the district’s Board of Trustees about what will happen to Washington School, which was deemed to be surplus property in 1993. According to Quiroz, district officials were not notified about the

meeting planned by the San Buenaventura Conservancy.

The informational meeting about Washington School will be held at Grace Church across the street from the school, starting at 6 p.m. on July 26.

“We’re not 100% sure what to expect from this meeting,” Schafer said. “We want to see if there are people in the community that are interested in joining with us to

preserve the school, and if there are, sending that message to the school district.”

The San Buenaventura Conservancy informational meeting regarding Washington School will be held on Wednesday, July 26, at 6 p.m. in Cooper Hall of Grace Church, 65 MacMillan Ave., Ventura. For more information, visit sbconservancy.org.

Washington Elementary School around 1930. Photo Courtesy San Buenaventura Conservancy for Preservation.

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by David Goldstein

Founders of Plastic Free July, an initiative of the nonprofit Plastic Free Foundation, have been trying, since 2011, to “work towards our vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste.” Perhaps the phrasing of this vision statement on their website (www.plasticfreejuly.org/about-us/) is idiomatic to Western Australia, where they launched the organization in cooperation with local governments, but it seems to also express appropriate modesty about the probability of significantly reducing worldwide dependence on plastic anytime soon.

Organizers are “working towards” elimination of plastic, rather than defining success as eliminating it. Moreover, they work toward a “vision of seeing” the possibility of such a world sometime in the future. Currently, “free plastic” seems more realistic than “plastic free.”

We rely on plastic for everything from medical devices and drip irrigation tubes to electric wire insulation, but this reliance has allowed plastic to “contaminate every corner of the Earth,” as pointed out by Matt Simon, in his book published last year, A Poison Like No Other: How Microplastics Corrupted Our Planet and Our Bodies. According to Simon, plastics break down into microplastics, which end up in everyone’s bodies, and these plastics contain benzene, vinyl chloride, polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and other known and suspected carcinogens.

Despite the ubiquity of plastic, the foundation’s website states, “millions of people across the globe take part [in Plastic Free July activities] every year,” and over 140 million people are likely to participate in this year’s campaign, according to a press release from the Plastic Free Foundation. The title of this year’s campaign theme explains why so many participants are unintimidated by the scope of their challenge: “Small steps make a big difference.”

The key action called for is “choose to refuse single-use plastic.” The foundation does not expect participants to live without any plastic for an entire month, or even to live without plastic for a day. Instead, during the month, it promotes a few specific actions and expects that the campaign will “show business and governments they need to step up too,” according to a press release quoting Executive Director Rebecca Prince-Ruiz.

Locally, the Ventura County Sustainability Division, operating within the County of Ventura’s Executive Office, is guiding county employees’ participation in Plastic Free July, broadening the campaign to include actions for also reducing other waste, including paper and food. The division is offering “sustainability SWAG prizes,” such as reus-

able metal straws, to the first 10 employees who, on Aug. 1, document three actions taken as part of the campaign.

While many of the proposed actions, consistent with the “plastic free” theme, target plastics, the “Plastic Free July” challenge is part of a larger online platform (https://climateresilientvc.org/user/register) where the general public can also “take the challenge” through actions such as going paperless. For example, the website challenges participants to sign up for electronic bank statements.

Other organizations using July to encourage plastic reduction include the Community Environmental Council, an environmental nonprofit working primarily in the tri-county area. The council will host its second annual Plastic Free July Expo on July 27 at 5:30 p.m., at the new Environmental Hub in Santa Barbara. The city of Ventura’s Environmental Sustainability Division is educating the public on reducing plastic waste with tips on Instagram and Facebook.

For my own “take the challenge” action, I pledged to substitute a reusable water bottle for a single-use cup and eliminate a straw. Readers of this column may wonder why I was not already doing this. The answer illustrates how easy it is to resort to convenience. I regularly bring my children to the Sky Zone Trampoline Park in Ventura, where the drinking fountain has been broken for months. Twice, when my kids were thirsty, I got them drinks, in plastic cups, from the refreshments counter. To avoid spills, I even gave them straws. Last week, with Plastic Free July in mind, I instead brought their reusable water bottles, with built in spouts, filled with filtered water from home.

Incidentally, the bodies of the reusable water bottles are metal, but the lids and spouts are plastic.

David Goldstein, Environmental Resource Analyst with the Ventura County Public Works Agency, may be reached at 805-6584312 or david.goldstein@ventura.org.

“We can do a lot of things together”

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part of this exhibit along with all these great artists.”

Consulate welcomes Mexican sister city

Former Port Hueneme Mayor Sylvia Muñoz Schnopp led the drive to create a sister city relationship with Puerto Vallarta when she served on the city council a few years ago.

“So this is a dream come true,” said Schnopp, after seeing her efforts finally come to fruition with the visit by a delegation from the bustling Pacific Coast resort city. “It’s really wonderful because I know it’s going to start a beautiful relationship with our communities. And there’s so many things that we can share, not only culture, but food and education and art and so many other wonderful things.”

She added that there’s a colorful history related to such relationships. “It brings camaraderie. Sister Cities [Sister Cities International] was created after World War II, so there’s a real story behind it. Instead of, you know,

war and building bombs and all this other stuff, why don’t we do a cultural exchange, a language exchange and see that there’s some value because we’re all people.”

In addition to visiting the consulate, the delegation from Puerto Vallarta toured the U.S. Navy Seabee Museum and Fathomwerx innovation lab at the Port of Hueneme. There was also a more somber stop at the beachside sundial memorial for the 88 people aboard Alaska Airlines Flight 261 which crashed into the ocean off Port Hueneme in 2000 after originating in Puerto Vallarta on its way to San Francisco and Seattle.

Raul Coultas is the chairperson of the Puerto Vallarta Sister City Delegation and said he was happy to travel to Port Hueneme to sign the agreement binding the two cities together.

“We have similar topics. We have a port, you have a port. We have nice weather, you have nice weather,” Coultas said. “So maybe we can receive the students from Port Hueneme and you can receive the students from Puerto Vallarta. You know, the culture is very important for a lot of us, so we have many opportunities.”

Community involvement important to diplomatic mission

At the end of a busy day, it was clear that Velázquez enjoys the role he plays on the world stage. “I chose this career and I am so glad for that. It means a lot of things. One of them is to represent your country around the world, to know about your culture, to talk about the country, the traditions and values.”

When asked about the message Velázquez hopes to send to Ventura County, he said it’s that the neighboring countries have more in common than many might think.

“I want to tell you something, my friends, and keep it in the bottom of your heart. The United States is the best friend to Mexico and we are always ready to work together,” Velázquez said. “And we can do a lot of things together, not only for the Mexican community, but also for the city, for the county, and for the American people here.”

Consulate of Mexico, 3151 W. Fifth St., Suite 100, Oxnard, 805-3303060, consulmex.sre.gob.mx/oxnard/.

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Artist Chuy Leon. Photo by Alex Wilson

X-Traordinary X-Citement

by Alex Wilson

It all started with a 2019 voicemail left for Marlyss Auster, president and CEO of Visit Ventura.

“I listen to it. I’m like, ‘Did they just say this? Excuse me, could this be real?’” she recalled to the Ventura County Reporter.

The reason for Auster’s shock and delighted surprise was because the fateful message was left by organizers of the X Games, the world’s largest exhibition of top action sports competitors, and they were interested in Ventura as a potential venue. As head of Visit Ventura, Auster is charged with enhancing the seaside city’s tourism economy and generating excitement about events and attractions. Having spent many years working in the tourism industry, she was aware of the boost Ventura could receive from hosting the X Games, which started in 1995 with skateboarding legend Tony Hawk winning a gold medal at the inaugural skateboard vert competition.

When Auster started having conversations with X Games leaders,

she realized they were dead serious about Ventura, a city that was gaining steam as a tourism destination while also known for its long connection to skateboarding and surf culture.

“It seemed like a really natural, viable partnership for us because it is so much about the athletes, and they live here,” she said. “This is what we are. I have an office where I see surfers and skateboarders go by every single day and it just felt really right.”

Living the dream

Auster traveled to Minneapolis for the 2019 Summer X Games along with Ventura Mayor Matt LaVere and other city officials. (LaVere is now a Ventura County Supervisor representing Ventura.) They started to envision how the nationally televised event could best be showcased at the Ventura County Fairgrounds and around Downtown Ventura.

Encouraging conversations with X Games leaders continued after the discussions in Minneapolis and Auster traveled to Aspen for the Winter X Games in January 2020. Both sides were getting close to signing a part-

nership deal, according to Auster. “And then COVID happened and it changed everything,” she said. “We were completely shut down.”

But even a global pandemic that halted the professional sports industry and made hosting events with thousands of fans impossible could not kill Auster’s dream of bringing the X Games to Ventura.

“I didn’t stop. I was talking to them at least every two to three months just to check in. You know, everybody was working remotely and we had built relationships,” Auster said. “When you’re in the live-event business and everything is ripped from underneath you and that is your business model, that’s tough. And so conversations continued to happen.”

The perseverance paid off.

Auster returned to the 2023 winter X Games in Aspen during January and was encouraged when the 30 minutes she was allocated to meet with X Games officials turned into an hour and 15 minutes.

Executives with the X Games toured Ventura a few weeks later — while also making it clear they were

Axell Hodges during Moto X Best Whip at the 2018 X Games Sydney in Sydney, Australia. ©Brett Wilhelm/ESPN

Visit Ventura leaders from left: Pearl Fiest, Victor Dollar, Ed Wehan, Marlyss Auster, Jim White and Alex Hong. Photo submitted

Ruby Lilley during Women’s Skateboard Park Practice at the 2022 X Games at the California Rampworks Training Facility in Vista, CA. ©Trevor Brown, Jr./ESPN

Ventura native Curren Caples during Skate Street Finals at 2016 X Games Austin in Austin, TX. Joshua Duplechian/ESPN

still considering other possible host cities. But by March, Auster heard from organizers during a virtual meeting that they “believed in the Ventura community” and the city had been chosen to host the X Games finals July 21-23, following smaller lead-up events in San Diego and Los Angeles.

“I almost wanted to cry,” Auster said. “It’s a passion. I love this city. I love seeing economic growth. We are a tourism city. I want to do it responsibly so that the community embraces it . . . I think that as a community, we can have a lot of fun with it and be proud that they picked us, and we are that special.”

A city beaming with pride

The reality of this dream-come-true sank in for the community on May 3 when X Games leaders staged a news conference on the steps of Ventura’s historic City Hall to make it official. X Games CEO Steve Fisler was handed a ceremonial key to the city of Ventura and received cheers and a big round of applause when he announced “The X Games is coming to town!”

Fisler said they were excited to bring fans back to the X Games after holding televised events without spectators at professional training facilities around Los Angeles the past two years.

“It’s competition and entertainment, and we’re excited to showcase it here at the fairgrounds. We really spent a lot of time thinking about what’s the right way to return to action, and we’re confident we nailed the formula here,” Fisler said.

LaVere said the dream that was fostered four years before was now becoming a reality thanks in no small measure to Auster’s dedication, and referred to her as “our fearless leader.”

“That journey took us to Aspen, to Minneapolis, to numerous meetings with ESPN, led us through a global pandemic, led us to meeting Steve and his team and the X Games family,” LaVere said. “All of that led us to today, the culmination of four years of hard work and what I see as a transformational event coming right here to the Ventura community.”

Mayor Joe Schroeder said it’s clear

why Ventura is a great place to host the X Games finals and called it an “epic moment in our city’s history.”

“Ventura offers the ultimate playground for extreme sports enthusiasts. Our surf and skate culture is a key part of our community ethos and naturally complements the energy and excitement of an international competition like this,” the mayor said. “It is an honor to be selected by the X Games. We look forward to welcoming thousands of athletes and fans to our community and showing the world all the unforgettable things Ventura has to offer.”

Getting ready for the spotlight

Preparations have accelerated since the May announcement, with the Ventura County Fairgrounds transformed into a construction zone in recent days, as massive ramps are built to launch competitors into the sky.

More than 150 of the world’s top skateboard, BMX and motorcross athletes have received invitations to compete, including names that are well

Andy Buckworth during BMX MegaPark Practice at 2022 X Games at the Sloanyard in Vista, CA.

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X Games athletes and executives pose with government officials and tourism leaders on May 3. Photo by Alex Wilson

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The competition begins on Thursday, July 20, at 4 p.m. with the Monster Energy BMX and Skateboard MegaPark Finals featuring athletes performing tricks and maneuvers over quarter pipes and huge gaps. That event will be held at SloanYard MegaPark, the private compound in Vista, Calif., of skateboarder Elliot Sloan. There will be no live audience, and the competition will not be broadcast live, but shown later, at 5 p.m., on ESPN.

On Friday morning starting at 10:30 a.m., events at the Ventura County Fairgrounds kick off with the BMX Dirt Elimination followed by the Women’s Skateboard Street Elimination at 12:30 p.m. The last event scheduled for Friday is the Moto X Best Trick competition starting at 7:45 p.m.

The competitions continue throughout the weekend, culminating in the Pacifico Skateboard Vert Best Trick competition at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, where athletes are judged on “aggressive execution of maneuvers, degree of difficulty, originality, style and amplitude of their single most difficult trick,” according to event organizers.

Coverage on ABC is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday and will include Women’s Skateboard Park, Moto X QuarterPipe High Air and Men’s Skateboard Street competitions.

X Fest

The athletic contests are only part of the draw for spectators with tickets, however, since fans will be treated to a myriad of activities and events, including one called X Fest which is included with the cost of entry and designed for fans of all ages.

X Fest will feature live music, athlete autograph sessions and even a FlowRider® Wave Machine for fans who remember to bring a swimsuit. Other interactive attractions include the Hot Wheels Mini Ramp, STACYC Mini Moto Course, Mountain Bike Dirt Course, Skateboard and BMX Street Course, Traxxas Remote Control Truck Course, BMX Pump Track and the Drone Cage, organizers said. Saturday at X Fest is billed as “Women’s Day,” offering women-led learn-to-ride sessions in the interactive parks.

President of Fan Experience and Hospitality Valerie Ryan said they’re thrilled to be welcoming spectators back after four years, and also allow them to participate interactively.

“This year’s X Fest provides the opportunity for fans to fully immerse themselves in the world of action sports with a variety of activities that will complement the high energy of the X Games,” Ryan said. “We’re looking forward to getting fans back onsite to witness the extraordinary talent of the athletes, while making new memories at X Fest!”

Tony Hawk — perhaps the best known skateboarder of all time and a 10-time X Games gold medalist — also plays a big role in the event. His Vert Alert competition during June in Salt Lake City served as a qualifier for the X Games and he will be working in the broadcast booth while in Ventura.

“I am looking forward to seeing X Games return to a big fan experience, and to celebrate skateboarding like never before,” Hawk said. “And I hope I can come up with some new tricks by then.”

Nailing the landing

With the big event fast approaching, Auster gave the Ventura City Council an update at their July 10 meeting.

She said community involvement has been overwhelming, mentioning local restaurants and bars that have developed X Games-themed items to help people celebrate, and even a hair salon that invented an X Games haircut.

She also touted a 20% discount code for tickets for locals to attend the games (VENTURA20) and ways to enjoy the festivities without even stepping inside the event gates, such as high-flying drone shows that will be visible above Downtown Ventura Thursday night and Surfers Point beach the following two nights.

The intersection of Main and California streets will also be transformed into a skateboarding obstacle course during the Kickoff Skate Jam skateboarding exhibition planned for July 20, where the athletes are also invited to experience Downtown Ventura for themselves.

“It’s going to be pretty awesome,” Auster told the council. “We’re doing some meet and greets with athletes so that they can sign decks for skateboards of the youth and really make an impression. These people are heroes to our community and people that skate around town, so it’s great to be able to make that connection.”

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Curren

Curren Caples was born and raised in Midtown Ventura where surfing and skateboarding were a way of life growing up. That’s hardly surprising since his dad, Evan Caples, is a professional surfer who won many contests and owns Momentum Ride Shop in Port Hueneme.

Caples recalls riding a skateboard for the first time when he was just 4 years old. “Basically kind of just skated in front of my house barefoot. So I was around 6 years old when I got a real board and started going to skate parks.”

“It’s cool to . . . have it be in my hometown . . . I want to represent the city well.”

Caples, now 27, cut his teeth at Skate Street in Ventura, a huge indoor skateboarding park that unfortunately closed when he was about 9 years old. So his parents started driving him to other skate parks around California where he excelled in the sport. He credits their support with helping him to achieve fame and fortune in the skateboarding world.

“Without them, I don’t know where I would be right now,” confirmed Caples, 27, who now splits his time between Ventura

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and Los Angeles. He is set to make his ninth X Games appearance in Ventura. Past competitions have earned him two gold and two silver medals, and his most recent X Games appearance was in Austin in 2016. He said he was excited when he learned he would make his return to the X

Games right where his professional skateboarding career started.

“It’s pretty cool to have something like this that has kind of shaped my whole life, skating X Games and all that,” said Caples. “So it’s cool to, like, have it be in my hometown. It’s going to be definitely nerve-wracking to skate the contest. I want to represent the city well.”

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When asked why he thinks it will be nerve-wracking, Caples said it’s because almost everybody he knows will be there watching.

“I’ll have so many friends here and stuff, and I’ll be getting heckled the whole time,” Caples said. “But it will be fun. I’m excited for it.”

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Curren Caples during Skate Park Finals at 2016 X Games Austin in Austin, TX. Trevor Brown, Jr./ESPN

Bryce

“Skateboarding puts all the limits into the unlimited.”

Bryce Wettstein casts a whimsical glow wherever she goes, whether performing her smooth, surfing-inspired skateboard tricks or improvising funny songs on the ukulele she carries with her everywhere.

But beneath her happy demeanor and colorful clothing lies the heart of a champion, having won women’s park national championships in 2019 and 2022. The 19-year-old resident of Encinitas is a member of the 2023 USA Skateboarding team and made the women’s park finals in the Tokyo Summer Olympics during 2021, where she finished sixth.

“Holy mac and cheese,” she said when contemplating her successes, the five continents she’s competed on and five previous X Games

appearances. “The thing is, I’m so in love with it every time, because you don’t really know why something’s a dream, but you just know it is. And I think that’s what makes it so dreamy, is like you don’t really know the content of it. You just know how it makes you feel. So I’m really just grateful…It’s motocross, BMX, skating, but it’s more than that, even. It’s something where we all feel more than we’ve ever felt.”

first-ever USA Olympic Skateboarding team. When asked by the Ventura County Reporter what she likes so much about skateboarding, Wettstein became even more philosophical.

Wettstein started both riding a skateboard and surfing when she was just 5 years old. At the tender age of 15, she was named to the

“It’s the fact that when I’m skating, I don’t feel like I have to be in one place at one time, but in every time and all places,” Wettstein said.

“Freedom is hard to come by a lot of times because we’re always around things where there’s maybe something limiting something. But skateboarding puts all the limits into the unlimited. It’s like having a sky and forgetting there’s even clouds there. It feels so free and clear.”

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Bryce Wettstein does a fakie nose blunt at the California Training Facility in Vista, CA.

Ruby

Ruby Lilley may be just 16 years old, but she’s already an X Games veteran.

Lilley will be competing in her fourth X Games in Ventura this weekend in the skateboard park competition which involves using a variety of ramps, bowls, quarter pipes and ledges to perform tricks, grinds and jumps. Lilley took second place in the X Games held in Japan in May, along with a check for $15,000.

Now a resident of Oceanside, Lilley was born in Ocean City, Maryland. She told the Ventura County Reporter that while she’s competed in numerous other competitions across the globe, performing in the X Games tops them all.

“I would say being in the X Games just feels surreal,” Lilley said. “It’s just like a skater’s dream to be in X Games. And I would say my favorite thing about being in X Games, the level of skating is just taken to a different level. We’re all just pushing ourselves and the courses are super advanced and super ahead of the times.”

Lilley’s visit in May was the first time she’d had a chance to spend time in Ventura, but she already felt at home.

“I absolutely love it,” she stated. “The people are super nice and, I

“It’s just like a skater’s dream to be in X Games.”

mean, we’re right by the beach. So I just woke up and opened my hotel door and just saw surfers riding the waves. So I think it’s a great place to have X Games and it really just shows the culture of surfing and skating in Southern California.”

With all the attention and television exposure for the X Games in Ventura, she thinks her sport will only continue to grow.

“It’s super crazy to me that

skateboarding is just getting on such a big platform and just blowing up all across the world. And X Games is definitely one of those contests that is blowing up skating and just, you know, putting you on a world stage, basically,” Lilley said. “So it’s crazy and it gives a lot of skaters exposure.”

@ruby_lilley

Photo by Chris Mortenson

Ruby Lilley does a front smith grind in the deep end of a bowl at a skatepark in Encinitas, CA.

Photo by Chris Mortenson

by Tim Pompey

After all the recent kerfuffle with the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, you might think a musical poking fun at nuns could be a touchy subject for some viewers. But judging by the laughs and cheers of the audience, the latest Ojai ACT production of the comedy musical Nunsense is a hit. And if the good sisters are having a blast, why not join them?

It is, after all, for a good cause. It seems the Little Sisters of Hoboken have just suffered a great tragedy and are now in dire need of funds.

Brianna Turner, Dianne Miller, Sindy McKay, Anna Kotula and Darrienne Lisette Caldwell star in Ojai ACT’s Nunsense. Photo by Tracey Williams Sutton

While on a mission to minister to lepers on an island in Southern France, the convent’s cook, Sister Julia, Child of God, inadvertently poisoned and killed four dozen nuns. After some scurrying and scheming, the Order managed to cover the funeral costs for all but four of those poor sisters. They might have paid for it all, except their Reverend Mother just had to buy a nice flat screen TV. Oops. Seems she miscounted the leftover offering plate. Wink, wink.

The remaining dead nuns, now conveniently stored in a convent freezer, have yet to be buried, and the fear is that the New Jersey Health Department will inspect their kitchen any day now. So timeliness is essential.

As the Mt. St. Helen’s Theater prepares for its upcoming show, we learn that, unlike the nuns we might have known back in the day, these ladies are holding cards under their habits. They have talents, ambitions, and a few wing-and-a-prayer ideas for cracking the big time. As the play progresses, we learn precisely what this troupe can do (God protect us).

Did I mention the humor is bawdy? Yes, the jokes are many, some of them blue, and the music is certainly nothing you would hear during mass. And did I mention that these ladies can dance? Let’s see. What else do we have? Ah. A grumpy puppet, some accidental drug use by the Reverend Mother, ballet, tap dancing, country music and a Publishers Clearing House Sweepstakes winner. Does that whet your appetite?

Every nun seems to get their highlight. Sister Mary Hubert (Darrienne Lissette Caldwell) brings the soul to the sisters and a back-scratching hand to Sister Mary Regina, the Reverend Mother (Sindy McKay), whose patience with her remaining cloister is wearing thin. Sister Robert Anne (Dianne Miller), chewing on every Canarsie syllable, wants to break out on stage. Then there’s the daffy Sister Mary Amnesia (Anna Kotula), whose memory has been fogged by a blow to the head. And finally, there’s Sister Mary Leo (Brianna Turner), whose ballet moves are quite plié-able. To support the music, there’s the ample talent of Father Pianus (Andy Street), playing like a pro on the keyboards.

As you may surmise, there’s plenty of tongue in cheek to go around and a lot of ribald fun. We’re talking song and dance and a lot of just plain satire, irony and bald-faced screwball-ism. Yes. I made that word up. Don’t get your drawers in a wad. It’s show business, and these gals are plainly having fun.

So, take a load off, put away your rosary and prayer book, and don’t take a darn bit of this seriously. Really. Nuns just want to have fun, and without a doubt, these girls are having a hoot.

Nunsense is onstage through July 23 at the Ojai Art Center Theater, 113 S. Montgomery St., Ojai. For tickets and more information, call 805-640-8797, ojaiact.org.

The musical extravaganza of Nunsense stars (clockwise from top left) Darrienne Lissette Caldwell, Sindy McKay, Diane Miller, Brianna Turner and Anna Kotula. Photo by Tracey Williams Sutton

by Thomas Crone

Guster has been a band since 1991. Which, by our calendar, suggests that they’re rolling up on a third of a century together. Formed as a trio of college freshmen at Tufts University, the group’s not only a living, thriving band in 2023, it’s a unit that seems to have never lost a sense of plain ol’ fun.

The group’s founding drummer/ percussionist, Brian Rosenworcel, says that Guster has never shied away from experimentation, down to the roles the group has taken as songwriters and instrumentalists. By way of example, he points to the instrument-switching aspect of the group as one of the many ways in which Guster’s been able to maintain a long-running sense of playfulness.

“One thing we’ve done to keep

loose is to lose the rigid rules about instrumentation,” he said in a recent interview. “We burned those down about halfway through our career. We were able to say ‘Eff it, I want to play bass, I want to play drums, I want to play keyboards.’ In doing that, we allowed the sound to go where it’s wanted to go. One of the keys to our longevity is allowing the music to push wherever it wants to go.”

And, by extension, those songs take on different shapes in live settings.

“We write a different set list every night,” Rosenworcel said. “We might call out a song on the spot. We’re well-honed in being entertainers at this point, and we can tell if our set is connecting.”

After touring a bit in late 2022, the band members are getting ample opportunity to rekindle their inventive live sets this spring and summer, undertaking their most ambitious touring since the onset of the COVID19 pandemic in early 2020. At that point, Rosenworcel and his fellow multi-instrumentalists and vocalists Adam Gardner, Ryan Miller and Luke

Reynolds were on tour with an improv comic, Connor Ratliff, who’d help work the room during sets. Together, they created a kind of unique tension through direct audience participation.

“It broke the fourth wall,” he said.

“We were all onstage with an exciting sense of fear. It was a new and sponta-

neous thing to do after so many years of playing the same songs. When COVID hit, we were just hitting our stride with Connor. Then Tom Hanks got COVID, and everyone was told to fly home the next day. There was definitely some uncertainty as to when we’d play again. But as it turned out,

we had a great tour last November.”

This year, the band’s four members are taking some lessons of the last three years to heart. They’ll play a lot more outdoor concerts when possible, as folks have become more accustomed to shows in that setting, while still slotting in plenty of gigs at

Guster, from left: Ryan Miller, Adam Gardner, Brian Rosenworcel and Luke Reynolds. Photo by Zoe Ruth Erwin

“One of the keys to our longevity is allowing the music to push wherever it wants to go,” says Guster co-founder and drummer Brian Rosenworcel (left, in mirror). Photo by Alysse Gafkjen

larger clubs and theaters. They’ll also indulge in, ideally, at least two concerts with symphonies, a tradition that they’ve maintained for a while now.

Ronsenworcel said these shows, in particular, add a sense of adventure whenever they appear on the calendar. Asked to explain the experience of playing in such a setting as if the interviewer is a 5-year-old, Rosenworcel was happy to oblige.

“This is what I would tell a 5-year-old,” he began in deadpan. “It’s actually a good question. The thing with this type of musician is that they’re excellent. They’ve been playing their instrument their whole life and can look at a chart and the first time they play the song it’s right. They’re also unionized and the idea that you might have more than one rehearsal with them isn’t going to happen. Your one soundcheck is when you run through all the songs that you’ll do that night. And you have this incredible conductor who’s this sort of robot, this AI version of a musical human being. They’ve done all this research, even knowing how other symphonies have played these songs with you. They reference it all, they translate between the band and the symphony, who are musicians speaking two different languages. It always goes off without a hitch and that’s due to the musicality of the conductor.”

He described the feelings at these one-off shows as being “so powerful. You have 50, 60 musicians onstage, playing to these charts. You’re hearing a piccolo flute or all of this weird percussion or violin countermelodies that are unexpected. So the next time you play, you miss the power of it all. The best part is that you’re pulling off songs that aren’t considered slam dunks in your usual set list.”

Rosenworcel remembers that last summer, Guster played with a Utah symphony at a venue in Park City with mountains in the background and thousands in the audience. For that show, and many of the symphonic shows, he knows folks are traveling from all over the country to attend. Creating these special types of experiences is part of the appeal of Guster for the band members these days, executing ideas that are new and unique and, to bring up the term again, fun for all.

They’ve played the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre near Denver four times as a support act, once as a headliner (when a torrential rain was followed by a windstorm). They’ve had a song used during a pivotal moment of the cult classic movie Wedding Crashers. They’ve had a song used in a very different context, as

the backing track of a heart stent commercial. They’ve played on cruise ships until learning of the environmental impact of those voyages, at which point they gracefully bowed out of the activity. They’ve been signed to major labels and small indies; played cover songs to stirred-up, sing-along audiences; and made the kind of indie hit song, “Satellite,” that serves as a career-long signature track.

They’ve been stacking up experiences and plan to keep on doing so. In 2023, they’ll both nod to their past and create new work for the canon.

A new Guster album will arrive this year, the first since 2019’s Look Alive. It’s made up of tracks that have been percolating since before the pandemic. The band will also play a variety of shows this year that’ll feature the full track list of 2003’s Keep It Together, a nod to that album’s importance with their rabid fan base.

It’s been quite a run for a band that was signed to the influential Aware Records in the 1990s, a label that shot several bands into the indie spotlight for a short while, others into lasting careers. Rosneworcel remembers that time as one of sleeping in vans, criss-crossing the country to small but ever-growing audiences. Through that time of growth and all the others that followed, Rosenworcel and his core crew of collaborators have made a life of their college music project, Guster.

“After our Aware phase,” he said, “we signed with Warner Brothers. They were about getting songs on the radio and I remember the old version of the industry, where they’d send a radio rep out and you’d go to dinner with folks from the local radio stations. We had some good dinners that way, but we never had a song that was right for radio. Selling albums was something that . . . I don’t know the feeling. We never saw a penny from that, always owing our record companies money. The industry shifted and we’ve been on different independent labels and now it almost doesn’t matter what label you’re on.”

Business aside, he says the group’s at a creative peak, feeling “really back in the flow as a band.”

Guster performs on Thursday, July 27, at 7 p.m. at Ventura Music Hall, 1888 E. Thompson Blvd., Ventura. For tickets and more information, call 805-667-8802 or visit venturamusichall.com.

by Omar Reyes Benítez

The X Games finals are set to arrive at the Ventura County Fairgrounds July 21-23 and local breweries are ready to pour their new celebratory recipes. Poseidon Brewing Company, Rincon Brewery, BellRinger Brewing Company, Transmission Brewing and Ventura Coast Brewing Company are among the local craft brewers eager to share what’s new on tap.

Deep Sea Brew

Poseidon Brewing Company is introducing its new Tailwhip Pale Ale. The Tailwhip, inspired by the fan-favorite motorcross trick, is made with Lotus hops, providing notes of orange, vanilla, berries and tropical fruits. All together the drink creates a fitting backdrop for X Games in the summer.

Poseidon’s owner, Brian Oliver, said the challenge to create a brew for the competition was one he took on with open arms because he actually has experience on the

dirt track, riding since he was in grade school.

“Motorsports are near and dear to my heart, especially dirt bikes,” said Oliver. “When they dropped that bomb, I was like, ‘Holy cow! Out of all the places it’s coming to Ventura, California.’”

On the can, you can see Poseidon’s distinctive nautical branding with a twist: The signature vintage deep sea diver will be doing a tailwhip off the coast of Ventura Beach.

Poseidon Brewing Company, 5777 Olivas Park Dr., Unit S, Ventura, 805-477-0239, poseidonbrewingco.com

Take a Ride with the Rodeo

Rincon Brewery wanted a brew that encompassed the three disciplines involved in the X Games finals this summer: BMX, motorcross and skateboarding. The brewery ultimately decided on the new Rodeo Red India Pale Ale. Rodeo is a trick that can be accomplished in all three events, each with its own variation. All

Rodeo Red IPA from Rincon Brewery.

three can be seen on the can, which is inspired by 1990s X Games graphics.

The Rodeo aims for a smooth and dry flavor profile with hints of caramel malt and lots of hops. “We’re super proud of it,” said Rincon co-owner Luisa Hyatt. “I think our crew did a great job representing X Games in the beer and on the can art.”

For those traveling by Amtrak, which is encouraged by X Games and Visit Ventura, the Rodeo will be available on the Pacific Surfliner.

Rincon Brewery, 4100 Telegraph Road, Ventura, 805-6760020, www.rinconbrewery.com

Totally Shredding and Refreshing

Also on the Surfliner is Ventura Coast Brewing Company’s new Summer Shredding Light Lager. Owner Kyle Thille said Summer Shredding was created with a single task in mind: creat-

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ing the perfect pairing for the X Games finals.

“We actually put a lot of thought into what kind of beer we would want to drink in the peak of summer while watching extreme sports, and it always came back to this light lager,” said Thille. “It’s light, refreshing and it’s actually a harder style for us to brew because there’s not a lot of hops to hide behind.”

Aside from the Surfliner and Ventura Coast Brewing Company’s Oak Street location, the Summer Shredding can also be found at Tony’s Pizzaria, which can be paired with the X Pizza for an even more extreme experience.

Ventura Coast Brewing Company, 76 S. Oak St., Ventura, 805667-8640, www.vcbc.beer

Can-Can in a Can

Transmission Brewing is releasing its new Beer Can-Can Pale Ale, named after the BMX and dirt bike trick. The Beer CanCan is formulated to create a citrusy-dank flavor with notes of grapefruit and a pale-malt base.

In his efforts to create an

extreme brew, Transmission’s owner, Carey Jonker, embraced the similarities between the brewery and X Games.

“If you’ve been here, you’ve seen the vintage dirt bike hanging from our ceiling, so our interests are aligned pretty directly,” said Jonker. “It was fun to make a beer that was a little bit old school on the hop varieties, but still refreshing and fun.”

Transmission Brewing, 1098 E. Front St., Ventura, 805-751-4075, transmissionbrewing.com

Bottoms up Handplant

BellRinger Brew Co. is introducing the Handplant India Pale Ale, which embraces the classic skateboarding culture of Los Angeles.

“For us it’s less about a physical or identifiable image and more of a spirit and energy,” said BellRinger co-owner Dan White. “I grew up skateboarding and riding along Venice Beach and I think the craft brewing industry has embraced the same mindset of being independent, doing something special and what may be

considered extreme.”

White expressed that the classic approach is consistent across the flavor profile as well. “The hop profile we use, it’s all what they

call classic C hops; but if you go back 10 to 15 years ago, these are sort of the cutting edge hops. Just like when skating was cutting edge and X Games were sort

of blossoming and becoming the new thing.”

BellRinger Brew Co., 472 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-643-2337, www.bellringerbrewco.com

BellRinger’s Handplant IPA

AFTER DARK

AFTER DARK LIVE AND ONLINE

★ = Highly recommended

If you have something related to nightlife — online or otherwise — please email nsha er@ timespublications.com. Due to the erratic nature of entertainment booking, information contained here is subject to change and not guaranteed. Call venues ahead to confirm. SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC!

LIVE MUSIC

The 1901: Mac and D Duo, 8:30 p.m.

Boatyard Pub: Bluegrass Thursday

The Canyon: Throwback Thursday with Platinum XYZ (party rock dance anthems), 7 p.m.

Constitution Park: Camarillo Community Band, 7 p.m. ★

Copper Blues: Latin Night, 8 p.m. Crown and Anchor: Teresa Russell, 5-8 p.m.

The Grape: Happy Hour with Tom Etchart and friends, 5-7 p.m.; The Idiomatiques, 7-10 p.m.

The Greek: Kenny Devoe, 3-6 p.m.

NAMBA Performing Arts Space: Franck L. Goldwasser, 7 p.m.

Tony’s Pizzaria: Reggae Thursdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

The Twist on Main: Down Bad Records, 6 p.m.

Ventura Music Hall: The Downhill Jam (Tony Hawk’s pro-skater cover band), 9:30 p.m. ★

Winchester’s: The Pipes, 5:308:30 p.m.

DJS

The Greek: Reverse Happy Hour with 80s Music by DJ Jerome, Lazer Light Show, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m.

OTHER

Anna’s Cider: Trivia night, 7 p.m.

Deer Lodge: Two-step dancing lessons, 8 p.m.; Dancing with Beau Red and the Tailor Maide, 8:30 p.m.

El Rey Cantina (Camarillo): Karaoke with Leigh Balton, 8-11 p.m.

The Garage: Tiki Thursday and Karaoke with Steve Sharp

GiGi’s: Karaoke with Steve Luke, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.

The Hangar Bar: Karaoke with Susan, 6-9 p.m.

Keynote Lounge: Open Mic Jam, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.

The Lookout: Tommy Fotyek Variety Show, 7-10 p.m.

The Manhattan: Trivia night, 7 p.m.

Outlaws: Sing Time Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m.

The Shores: Karaoke, 9 p.m.-12 a.m.

Sportsman Lounge (Camarillo): Sing Time Karaoke, 7-10 p.m.

Topa Topa Brewing (Camarillo): Head Games Trivia, 6:30 p.m.

Topa Topa Brewing (Ventura, Colt): Head Games Trivia, 7 p.m.

LIVE MUSIC

Dayes on Wednesday, July 27, at 8 p.m.

The 1901: The Martinez Brothers, 8 p.m.

Black Angus: Square Cow Live Series, 7-10 p.m.

Boatyard Pub: Teresa Russell, 6:309:30 p.m.

Cantara Cellars: The Brandon Ragan Project, 7 p.m.

The Canyon: Y & T with Kenny Shipman Xperience and Prima Donna Rising, 7 p.m.

The Garage: Skyler Lutes, 8 p.m.

The Grape: Fred Kaplan Trio, 5-7 p.m.;

Anibal Seminario, 8-11 p.m.

The Greek: Jim on guitar, 3-6 p.m.

Harbor Cove Cafe: The Sea Hunters, 5:30-8 p.m.

Leashless Brewing: Keyth and the Universouls, 7 p.m.

Libbey Bowl: Al Jardine of the Beach Boys with the Wilson Sisters of Wilson Phillips, 7 p.m. ★

The Manhattan: Lisa Ritner Duo, 6:309:30 p.m.

Ojai Valley Brewery: Moondawgs, 7-9:45 p.m.

The Raven Tavern: Vinyl Gypsies, 8-11 p.m.

Rock and Roll Pizza (Simi Valley, Cochran): Whole Lotta Rosies and Cocked and Loaded (AC/DC, L.A. Guns tributes), 8:30-11:30 p.m.

The Shores: Doc Ventura, 4-7 p.m.; Nuestro, 8-11 p.m.

The Twist on Main: LIVE on Main, 5 p.m.; Heathers on Fire, 8-11 p.m.

Vaquero Y Mar: Noche de Paranda, 7-9 p.m.

Ventura Music Hall: Heartless Bastards with Matthew Logan Vasquez, 8 p.m.

Winchester’s: RJ Mischo, 7-10 p.m. COMEDY

Levity Live Comedy Club: Cristela Alonzo, 7 and 9:15 p.m.

Ventura Harbor Comedy Club: Angelo Tsarouchas, 7 p.m. DJS

The Greek: Reverse Happy Hour with 80s Music by DJ Jerome, Lazer Light Show, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m.

Keynote Lounge: DJ Joe, 8 p.m.12 a.m.

Paddy’s: DJ Nick Dean OTHER

GiGi’s: Karaoke with Steve Luke, 9 p.m.

LIVE MUSIC

805 Bar and Grilled Cheese: Kenny Devoe, 11 a.m.

The 1901: Debbie Davies, 8 p.m. ★

Cantara Cellars: Heart and Soul, 6:30 p.m.

Ventura Music Hall welcomes drummer extraordinaire Yussef

Photo by Danika Magdelena

AFTER DARK

OTHER

Ojai Valley Brewery: The Lady Vanishes screening, 7:30 p.m. ★

Paddy’s: Free pool and darts, open to close

Q Club: Karaoke with Leigh Balton, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Tipsy Goat: Rockstar Karaoke, 9 p.m.12 a.m.

Topa Topa Brewing (Ventura, Thompson): Trivia Night, 6:30 p.m.

It’s always a great time with The Aquabats, coming to the Ventura Theater on Tuesday, July 25, 7-11 p.m. They are joined by The Aggrolites and Left Alone.

The Canyon: Boogie Knights, 7 p.m. ★

Channel Islands Harbor View Park: Psychedelic Summer, 4-6 p.m.

Constitution Park: The 805 Social Club, 7-9 p.m.

Copper Blues: Honky Tonk Brunch with Pull the Trigger, 11:30 a.m.

Deer Lodge: Jeffrey Silverstein, Nydia Gonzalez, Jesse Siebenberg and friends, 8 p.m.

The Garage: Brittney and the B-Sides, 8-11 p.m.

The Grape: Donna Deussen with Jim Fox and friends, 1-4 p.m.; Jacques Voyemant Sextet, 8-11 p.m.

The Greek: Danos sings international tunes, 6-9 p.m.

Keynote Lounge: Pull the Trigger, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.

Leashless Brewing: Morie and the Heavy Hitters, 6 p.m.

Libbey Bowl: Classic Albums Live feat. Fleetwood Mac Rumours, 7 p.m.

The Manhattan: Pam and Hollywood, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

NAMBA Performing Arts Space: Rock ’n’ Roll X Games with Blurry Stars, Dielectric, Sean Gunner Lee, Aaron Burch and Band of One Another, Cano and more, 3-10 p.m. ★

Oceanview Pavilion: Party at the Pavilion with Devotional, Notorious and Just Pretending (Depeche Mode, Duran Duran and Pretenders tributes), 7-11:30 p.m.

Ojai Underground Exchange: The Linda Ronstadt Experience, 7 p.m.

Ojai Valley Brewery: Keyth Garcia, 7-10 p.m.

The Raven Tavern: Brandon Ragan Project, 8-11 p.m.

Rock and Roll Pizza (Simi Valley, Cochran): Whisky Kick, 8:3011:30 p.m.

The Shores: Goleta Sound, 9 p.m.12 a.m.

Strey Cellars: Bad Habit, 7-10 p.m.

The Twist on Main: Adam Lenhard, 12 p.m.; Mark Masson, 4 p.m.; Operation 90s, 8 p.m.

Vaquero y Mar: Sunday Mariachi Brunch, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Ventura Music Hall: Iam Tongi, 5:30 and 9 p.m. ★

Winchester’s: Doc Ventura, 3-6 p.m. COMEDY

Levity Live Comedy Club: Cristela Alonzo, 6 and 8:30 p.m.

Ventura Harbor Comedy Club: Angelo Tsarouchas, 7 p.m.

DJS

The Greek: Reverse Happy Hour with

80s Music by DJ Jerome, Lazer Light Show, 9:30 p.m.1:30 a.m.

Paddy’s: DJ Nick Dean

Ventura Harbor Village: Live DJ Saturdays, 12-3 p.m.

OTHER

GiGi’s: Karaoke with Steve Luke, 9 p.m.

Harbor Cove Cafe: Ukulele Jam with Gary Ballen and Kool Hand Ukes, 10 a.m.; Cinema by the Sea feat. Endless Summer, 7:30-11 p.m.

LIVE MUSIC

Beatrice Wood Center for the Arts: Denny Seiwell Trio, 3 p.m.

BellRinger Brewery: Movie Club, 2 p.m.

Conejo Community Park: Pat Benatar Experience, 5-7 p.m.

Four Brix Winery: Brandon Ragan and Al, 1-3:30 p.m.

Harbor Cove Cafe: Smokey and Friends, 4 p.m.

Leashless Brewing: One People, 2 p.m.

The Lookout: Gary Ballen, 3-6 p.m.

The Raven Tavern: Teresa Russell, 2-5 p.m.

Ric’s Restaurant: Live music, 2:30 p.m.

Rock and Roll Pizza (Simi Valley, Cochran): Reggae Sunday, 5-7 p.m.

The Shores: Pull the Trigger, 1-4 p.m.

Strey Cellars: Michelle Tyler with Cuppa Joe, 2-5 p.m.

Topa Topa Brewing (Camarillo): Steve and Sally Williams, 3-5 p.m.

The Twist on Main: Kris Simeon, 12 p.m.; Jazzmen Suites, 2:30 p.m.; Lynnzee Fraye, 5 p.m.

Vaquero Y Mar: Mariachi Brunch, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Ventura Harbor Village: Steel Drum Sundays, 12-3 p.m.

Winchester’s: Johnny and the Love Handles, 3-6 p.m.

Zin Bistro: Jason Bourne, 4 p.m.

COMEDY

Levity Live Comedy Club: Cristela Alonzo, 6 p.m.

DJS

Bombay: VC Day Party (DJs and outdoor games), 2-10 p.m. ★

OTHER

GiGi’s: Karaoke with Steve Luke, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.

LIVE MUSIC

Copa Cubana: Tuesday Bluesday with Hot Roux, 7-9 p.m. ★

Prime Steakhouse: Danny Delurgio sings Sinatra, 6 p.m.

Ric’s Restaurant: Tour Support, 5-8 p.m.

Vaquero Y Mar: Sea Hunters, 4-7 p.m.

Ventura Theater: The Aquabats, The Aggrolites and Left Alone, 7-11 p.m. ★

Winchester’s: Fundraiser NIght for Music and ARt for Youth with live music by Saint Pierre and friends, 5:30 p.m.

OTHER

The Garage: Tacos and Trivia, 7 p.m.

The Grape: The Gratitude Jazz Jam, 7-10 p.m.

Keynote Lounge: Karaoke, 8 p.m.12 a.m.

The Lookout: Trivia, 7 p.m.

Rock and Roll Pizza (Simi Valley, Cochran): Rockstar Karaoke, 9 p.m.11:59 p.m.

Star Lounge: Karaoke, 8:30 p.m.

The Vine: Tuesday Night Trivia, 7-8:30 p.m.

LIVE MUSIC

Libbey Bowl: Ojai Summer Band Concert, 7:30-9 p.m. ★

The Manhattan: Warren Takahashi, 6-8 p.m.

The Six Social House: Bone Maggot Presents Wicked Wednesdays, 8:30 p.m. ★

Surfside Seafood: Teresa Russell, 4:30-7:30 p.m.

Topa Topa Brewing (Ventura, Thompson): Jazz Night, 6-9 p.m.

Vaquero Y Mar: Tribal Me Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m.

Ventura Music Hall: Yussef Dayes, 8 p.m.

COMEDY

GiGi’s: Comedy Night with Artie Lopez, 8 p.m.

Levity Live Comedy Club: Tom Segura, 8 p.m.

OTHER

Bright Spark Brewing: HeadGames Trio, 6-8 p.m.

Keynote Lounge: Karaoke, 8 p.m.12 a.m.

The Lookout: Garyoke with Gary Ballen, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Paddy’s: Be the Star Karaoke Night, 9 p.m.

The Shores: Trivia Night, 8-11 p.m.

Tipsy Goat: Rockstar Karaoke, 9 p.m.12 a.m.

Topa Topa Brewing (Ventura, Colt): Cornhole Wednesdays

The Twist on Main: Trivia Night, 6:30 p.m.

Ventura Harbor Comedy Club: Open Mic with Kiana Marquez, 7 p.m.

HAPPENINGS

Happenings includes community events, meetings, classes, community resources and needs. To submit an item for inclusion email to: happenings@vcreporter.com

THURSDAY

A DEEP DIVE INTO THE DECLARATION | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. via Zoom. The Declaration of Independence is the most read, listened to, and celebrated of our nation’s founding documents. In this course we will read and wonder at the structure and flow of those beautifully structured sentences and grapple with some important questions. Taught by Heather Dudley. Part of the “Taste of OLLI” series for people age 50+. $15-90. For more information, go to go.csuci.edu/olli or call 805-437-2748.

LIVING IN PECULIAR TIMES: ART AND ARCHITECTURE OF THE VICTORIAN ERA | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. via Zoom. This two-part lecture will give us a look at the art and architectural movements of the time, including the Gothic Revival period, the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, and the Arts and Crafts movement, as well as some of the more peculiar designs of the period, such as hair sculptures and poisonous wallpaper. Taught by Eleanor Schrader. Part of the Fifty and Better FABulous Summer Lecture Series at California Lutheran University. $10; bundles $60-165. More information and registration at www.callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/ fifty-better/lecture-series.html.

PLASTIC FREE JULY: HOW YOU CAN REDUCE WASTE TO MAKE A LASTING IMPACT | 12-1:15 p.m. via Zoom. Learn about the latest local efforts to build a circular economy where we minimize single-use plastic in our day-to-day. Free. Register at https:// us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3816890323826/ WN_0UEwIrNvQX2BfRWbJCJR8w.

DEBATING WOMEN: ARGUMENTS IN VERSE | 1-3 p.m. via Zoom. Recent generations of readers/scholars have characterized Jonathan Swift and Alexander Pope as misogynistst. But during their lifetimes, lit-

eracy rates for women were slowly on the rise. In the 1730s, Lady Mary Wortley Montagu (1689-1762) and Anne Ingram, Viscountess Irwin (1696-1764), wrote poems mimicking the men’s forms and refuting their critiques, one with sharp humor and the other with powerfully logical argumentation. Taught by Dr. Allix Wee. Part of the Fifty and Better FABulous Summer Lecture Series at California Lutheran University. $10; bundles $60-165. More information and registration at www.callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/ fifty-better/lecture-series.html.

SUMMER READING PROGRAM: TALKING

POINTS | 2-3 p.m. Test your speech giving skills with a game of Talking Points. Don’t forget to bring your own device! Aimed at ages 13-18. YA Library of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

FAMILY BOARD GAMES: SCRABBLE | 3-4 p.m.

Enjoy some family time playing games at the library. Ages 8+. Children’s Library of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-3885222, camarillolibrary.org.

FROM FIELD TO FORK | 4:30-8 p.m. House Farm Workers! will present its annual event, which celebrates food, farms, and farm workers, From Field to Fork. The event will take place at the Walnut Grove. This event brings together farmers who produce Ventura County’s agricultural bounty, chefs who celebrate that bounty on their menus, and the farm workers whose labor makes it all possible. This year’s chef and menu coordinator will be Chef Anastashia Chavez. Tickets start at $135. The Walnut Grove, 3370 Sunset Valley Road, Moorpark, housefarmworkers.org.

MEET YOUR ELECTED OFFICIALS | 5-7 p.m.

Rub elbows with influential leaders and create valuable connections in a relaxed, sophisticated setting. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and soft drinks; no-host bar. Please RSVP to this free event so we know how many people to expect. Presented by the West Ventura County Business Alliance. Sterling Hills Golf Club, 901 Sterling Hills Drive, Camarillo. RSVP at www.wvcba.org.

CAMARILLO COMMUNITY BAND | 7 p.m. Enjoy free concerts at Constitution Park in Camarillo every Thursday in July. A new guest conductor every

week. 601 Carmen Drive, Camarillo, www.pvrpd. org/2023-07-06-camarillo-community-band.

EAST VENTURA COMMUNITY COUNCIL MEETING

| 7 p.m. via Zoom. The agenda includes the East Ventura police report and a presentation from the City of Ventura’s Housing Services Manager, Leona Rollins, about city efforts to develop viable communities and create affordable housing including solutions and partnerships to help connect unsheltered individuals to housing and supportive services. eastventura.org.

X GAMES KICKOFF SKATE JAM | 6-8:30 p.m.

Downtown Ventura will host a free, all-ages community event to spark the X Games finals weekend. The Kickoff Skate Jam, presented by BlackHole Skate Shop, Downtown Ventura Partners and Carver Skateboards, will transform the intersection of Main and California streets into a unique, fan-friendly obstacle course. The jam will run all day, with top local amateurs and pros on course from 6-8:30 p.m., and will feature music, an X Games athlete meet-and-greet, and other family-friendly activities. visitventuraca.com/blog/ what-to-expect-at-x-games-california-2023-finalsweekend-in-ventura/.

SUMMER MOVIE: WOMEN TALKING | 7:30 p.m. Women in a Mennonite community discuss faith, gender inequality and the future when abuse at the hands of the society’s men comes to light. Community Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

FRIDAY

X GAMES FINALS | 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. For the first time ever, the thrilling X Games will be held in Ventura, for the heart-stopping finals that will crown the top winners in each category. More than 150 of the best skateboard, BMX and Moto X athletes will be going for the gold in the world’s most elite action sports competition. Sky Brown, Elliot Sloan, Nyjah Huston, Garrett Reynolds and Momiji Nishiya are among the top names coming to the games, with surprise musical guests and athletes to be announced. The games can be seen live at Ventura County Fairgrounds, and will be broadcast on ESPN, ESPN2, ABC and streamed online. Tickets start at $54. 10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura, www.xgames.com/ events/x-games-california-2023.

TWEEN SILENT BOOK CLUB | 2-3 p.m. Bring a book and read for 20 minutes with fellow tweens. Everyone will have the chance to share what they’re reading.

Aimed at ages 8-12. Children’s Library of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

VERANO DE BIENESTAR | 6-8:30 p.m. Una serie de tallares gruitos de bienestar para el verano en Español. Prueba algo nuevo. Trae a la familia. OPAC, 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard, www.theopac.org.

RISE UP SINGING | 7 p.m. Rise Up Singing is community circle singing for all ages. We sing a wide variety of songs including folk, pop, oldies, show tunes, scouting and campfire songs, hymns, etc. Everyone gets a chance to pick a song and we will try just about anything as long as someone is willing to lead it! Singers and instrumentalists of all ages are welcome. Parish Hall, Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula, 740 E. Main St., Santa Paula, 805-525-4620, uucsp.org.

MOVIE NIGHT UNDER THE STARS | 7 p.m.

Portside Ventura Harbor is thrilled to present the feelgood musical Mamma Mia! at Movie Night Under the Stars. Bring your own chairs, relax, and indulge in complimentary popcorn as you immerse yourself in this enchanting story. All are welcome. Free and open to the public. 1196 Portside Drive, Ventura, www. eventbrite.com/e/movie-night-under-the-starsmamma-mia-tickets-662630665157.

SCHWAB ACADEMY CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT | 7:30 p.m. Students enrolled in the Miriam and Henry Schwab Academy of Music have opportunities to perform publicly every weekend during their three-week summer intensive. $5-15. Helen Yunker Auditorium of the Ventura College Performing Arts Center, 4700 Loma Vista Road, Ventura, www.venturacollege.edu/departments/academic/music/ schwab-academy-of-music.

STARGAZING AT TAFT GARDENS WITH RUSSELL CROTTY | 8-11 p.m. Taft Gardens invites you to explore the night sky with visiting artist and astronomy enthusiast Russell Crotty, along with assistance from his wife Laura Gruenther. Stargazing starts at 8 p.m. Guests may arrive as early as 7 p.m. to enjoy the gardens. Register at www.taftgardens.org/events.

SATURDAY

X GAMES FINALS | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. For the first time ever, the thrilling X Games will be held in Ventura, for the heart-stopping finals that will crown the top winners in each category. More than 150 of the best skateboard, BMX and Moto X athletes will be going for

the gold in the world’s most elite action sports competition. Sky Brown, Elliot Sloan, Nyjah Huston, Garrett Reynolds and Momiji Nishiya are among the top names coming to the games, with surprise musical guests and athletes to be announced. The games can be seen live at Ventura County Fairgrounds, and will be broadcast on ESPN, ESPN2, ABC and streamed online. Tickets start at $54. 10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura, www.xgames.com/ events/x-games-california-2023.

SUMMER READING PROGRAM: AUTHOR TALK

WITH SAMARA BAY | 2-3 p.m. Samara Bay, popular author of Permission to Speak, will give a special reading and answer questions about her book. Samara is a sought-after speech coach and professional speaker whose coaching clients include top actors in Hollywood, C-suite execs and thought leaders, candidates for U.S. Congress and the United Nations. Community Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

VENTURA COUNTY ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY

ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE | 7-11 p.m. Learn about telescopes in the day, then see the wonders of the universe through them later that night. Gates open at 6 p.m. FREE to all. Moorpark College Observatory, 7075 Campus Road, Moorpark, www.vcas.org.

SCHWAB ACADEMY VIOLIN AND VIOLA

COMPETITION | 7:30 p.m. The final weekend of the Miriam and Henry Schwab Academy of Music will feature the 13th annual Violin and Viola Competition in which area string players compete for the annual concerto competition’s $2,000 top prize. All performances in the final round will be accompanied by the full Schwab Academy Orchestra. $5-15. Helen Yunker Auditorium of the Ventura College Performing Arts Center, 4700 Loma Vista Road, Ventura, www. venturacollege.edu/departments/academic/music/ schwab-academy-of-music.

SUNDAY

X GAMES FINALS | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. For the first time ever, the thrilling X Games will be held in Ventura, for the heart-stopping finals that will crown the top winners in each category. More than 150 of the best skateboard, BMX and Moto X athletes will be going for the gold in the world’s most elite action sports competition. Sky Brown, Elliot Sloan, Nyjah Huston, Garrett Reynolds and Momiji Nishiya are among the top names coming to the games, with surprise musical guests and athletes to be announced. The games can be seen live at Ventura County Fairgrounds, and will be broadcast on ESPN, ESPN2, ABC and streamed online. Tickets start at $54. 10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura, www.xgames.com/ events/x-games-california-2023.

SCHWAB ACADEMY VIOLIN AND VIOLA COMPETITION | 2:30 p.m. Area string players compete for the annual concerto competition’s $2,000 top prize. All performances in the final round will be accompanied by the full Schwab Academy Orchestra. $5-15. Helen Yunker Auditorium of the Ventura College Performing Arts Center, 4700 Loma Vista Road, Ventura, www.venturacollege.edu/departments/academic/ music/schwab-academy-of-music.

DENNY SEIWELL TRIO | 3 p.m. Legendary Paul McCartney and Wings drummer, Denny Seiwell, will be joined by keyboardist Carey Frank and guitarist John Chiodini. Lavish wine and cheese reception to follow. $35. Beatrice Wood Center for the Arts, 8585 Ojai-Santa Paula Road, Upper Ojai, www.beatricewood.com.

A TRIBUTE TO RODGERS AND HART | 6:30 p.m. Michael Estwanik, who founded the nonprofit

The Camarillo Library presents a Summer Movie screening of the 2022 drama Women Talking on Thursday, July 20, at 7:30 p.m.

Catch the Hitchcock classic The Lady Vanishes during Hitchcock Summer Movie Night at Ojai Valley Brewery on Monday, July 24, at 7:30 p.m.

American Songbook Today 30 years ago, will present its fifth concert in their series “Standards and Showtunes: A Tribute to Gershwin.” Ojai Valley Woman’s Club, 441 E. Ojai Ave. $15 cash donation collected at door. Wine and beer available. Reservations highly suggested. Reserve at michaelsongbook@ gmail.com Some tickets available at the door.

MONDAY

THE FOURTH ESTATE: INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM YESTERDAY AND TODAY | 1-3 p.m. via Zoom. This two-part lecture will review some of the history of investigative journalism in the United States, share some of the most famous cases that have literally shaped our nation and society, and discuss why investigative journalism is under threat today. Taught by Kirstie Hettinga. Part of the Fifty and Better FABulous Summer Lecture Series at California Lutheran University. $10; bundles $60-165. More information and registration at www.callutheran.edu/centers/ lifelong-learning/fifty-better/lecture-series.html.

THE VOICE OF AMERICA’S FUN SONGS | 3:30 p.m. Get ready for foot stomping, toe tapping, hand clapping, sing-along fun as musician Craig Newton brings a variety of instruments to the library. Free and open to the public. For additional information, contact Sienna Sydlaske, Youth Librarian Specialist, at 805-648-2716. Avenue Library, 606 N. Ventura Ave., Ventura, www.vencolibrary.org.

THE CHILDREN OF LAS BRISAS | 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. Oxnard Film Society screens this Venezuelan documentary that follows three Venezuelan children from the impoverished Las Brisas neighborhood in their quest to become professional musicians within the ranks of “El Sistema” music program. A Q&A with the filmmakers will take place following the screenings. In Spanish with English subtitles. Rated PG-13. 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. $8.50-11.75. Plaza Cinemas 14, 255 W. Fifth St., Oxnard, www.oxnardfilmsociety.org.

HEALING GRIEF THROUGH POETRY | 6-7 p.m. This group will provide a creative and inspirational way to express feelings of grief through poetry. Free; registration required. For reservations contact 805-389-6870 or online at lmvna.org/grief.

VENTURA COUNTY WRITERS SALON | 6-8 p.m. If you’re looking for a fiction writing group that will complement your high-class adventure, add spice to your innovative work of science fiction or bring order and balance to your historical period piece, look no further than the Ventura County Writers Salon! All genres of fiction are welcome. Conference Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

HITCHCOCK SUMMER MOVIE NIGHT | 7:30 p.m.

The Agora Foundation and Ojai Valley Brewery team up to host Hitchcock Summer Movie Nights! Films begin at 7:30 p.m. Purchase your food and beverages onsite and no reservations are required. Fantastic films in our fantastic community... what could be better? This week’s film will be The Lady Vanishes. Ojai Valley Brewery, 307 Bryant St., Ojai, ojaivalleybrewery.com.

TUESDAY

HOLLYWOOD’S GOLDEN AGE: THE 1930S IN LOS ANGELES | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. via Zoom. In this lecture, we explore — and see clips — of some of the greatest films. We also look beyond Hollywood to

other aspects of the 1930s that impacted Angelenos. Taught by Sharon Boorstin. Part of the Fifty and Better FABulous Summer Lecture Series at California Lutheran University. $10; bundles $60-165. More information and registration at www.callutheran.edu/centers/ lifelong-learning/fifty-better/lecture-series.html.

SUMMER READING PROGRAM: BAD ART

COLLAGE CRAFT | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Make a “Bad Art” collage out of recycled materials. Let your imagination be your guide! Community Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

WILDLIFE PRESENTATION WITH SAVING

WILDLIFE INTERNATIONAL | 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Explore, discover, and learn about the natural world through Saving Wildlife International’s unique live animal presentations at libraries in the city of Ventura. This free event is sponsored by the Ventura Friends of the Library and is open to the public. For additional information, contact Sienna Sydlaske, Youth Librarian Specialist, at 805-648-2716. Shows at 11 a.m. at E.P. Foster Library, 651 E. Main St. and 2 p.m. at Hill Road Library, 1070 S. Hill Road, www.vencolibrary.org.

TIP-A-COP FUNDRAISER | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The Ventura Police Department is excited to invite community members to join officers and staff for the annual Tip-A-Cop fundraiser, benefiting Special Olympics athletes in Ventura County. The event will be hosted at Finney’s Crafthouse, located at 494 E. Main St., Ventura. For further information about the Ventura Police Department’s involvement in fundraising efforts for the Special Olympics, please reach out to Emily Graves, Community Outreach Specialist, at egraves@cityofventura.ca.gov.

VENTURA COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY WRITERS GROUP | 1-3 p.m. Members of VCGS will assist you with properly documenting your genealogical research. Conference Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-3885222, camarillolibrary.org.

MEDICAL CANNABIS EDUCATIONAL SYMPOSIUM | 4 p.m. Join us to hear board-certified practitioner Susan Marks, MSN, FNP-C, PHN discuss her research with the use of cannabis in a health management capacity as well as its practical use in our own elder care settings. Please RSVP to 805-6470616 or BonaventureDSM@islllc.com. The Palms at Bonaventure, 111 N. Wells Road, Ventura.

DINE AND DELIGHT WINEMAKER’S DINNER | 5:30 p.m. This special event, benefitting Rubicon Theatre Company, will feature a five-course dinner at Water’s Edge curated by award-winning Chef Alex Montoya, wines by Caymus Vineyards and a vocal performance by Broadway’s Jennifer Leigh Warren. An evening of exquisite flavors, live musical entertainment, and an opportunity to support the artistic and educational programs of Rubicon. $225; $70 includes a tax-deductible donation to the Rubicon. For tickets, more information and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.rubicontheatre.org/dine-delight-2023 or contact Rubicon Development Coordinator Araceli Aggarwal by email aaggarwal@rubicontheatrecompany.org or call 805-667-2912, ext. 246.

MARIANO RANCHO COMMUNITY ROUNDTABLE

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6-8 p.m. The Ventura Land Trust Mariano Rancho Community Roundtable is an inclusive space for sharing ideas, perspectives, and aspirations for Mariano Rancho. We want to hear your thoughts, suggestions,

and concerns, and harness the power of collective wisdom to shape the preserve’s future. Following three presentation-style community meetings for Mariano Rancho (links to video recordings of all three meetings below!), the Community Roundtable is an opportunity for participants to share their thoughts and ideas for the preserve with VLT. In this Powerpoint-free forum, your voice is what matters. Poinsettia Pavilion, 3451 Foothill Road, www.venturalandtrust.org/events.

COMMUNITY FELTING TUESDAYS | 6-8 p.m.

Join us every Tuesday this Summer for Community Felting, a gathering designed for felting enthusiasts and beginners eager to learn. Whether you already enjoy felting or are interested in picking up this craft, this event is perfect for you. Each session will feature a specific project, and all necessary supplies and tools will be provided for use during the class. Even if you’ve never tried needle felting before, our supportive community will help you get started with a small and manageable project. Ages 8+; ages 8-14 must be accompanied by adult. Taught by Michelle Wilson-Petit. $5. Vita Art Center, 28 W. Main St., Ventura, 805-644-9214, www.vitaartcenter.com.

WEDNESDAY

DALLAS COWBOYS TRAINING CAMP | Through Aug. 15. Experience Dallas Cowboys training camp in Oxnard. Watch your favorite players up close and as they prepare for the upcoming NFL season. Numerous events associated with training camp will be offered. 2501 Ventura Road, Oxnard. For full schedule and more information, visit visitoxnard.com/dallas-cowboys-training-camp/.

THE LAST OF US: SCIENCE, FICTION OR BOTH? | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. “The Last of Us” is a popular video game developed into a popular show on HBO Max about a post-apocalyptic society resulting from fungi-driven pandemic. How much of this is fact, fiction… or is there room for both? Note: You do not need prior knowledge of the game or TV show. Taught by Paloma Vargas. Part of the Fifty and Better FABulous Summer Lecture Series at California Lutheran University. $10; bundles $60-165. More information and registration at www.callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/ fifty-better/lecture-series.html.

Portside Ventura Harbor hosts a free Movie Night Under the Stars, featuring the lighthearted musical Mamma Mia!, on Friday, July 21, at 7 p.m.

SUMMER READING PROGRAM: SPEAK OUT

LOUD WITH MAGIC | 2-3 p.m. Zany Zoey presents a fun magic show that includes magic tricks, dance and movement that are sure to entertain and amaze! Community Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

GEOLOGY OF HARMON CANYON PRESERVE | 7:30 p.m. Join the Ventura Gem and Mineral Society and geologist Tim Garvey for Geology of Harmon Canyon Preserve. You’ll learn geologic concepts about the local “dirt” on which we hike. Free and open to the public. Poinsettia Pavilion, 3451 Foothill Road, www.venturalandtrust.org/events.

OJAI SUMMER BAND FREE COMMUNITY

CONCERTS | 7:30 p.m. Every Wednesday evening through Aug. 9, Libbey Bowl hosts a free, family-oriented concert featuring the Ojai Summer Band. The wide variety of music includes movie scores, theme songs, marches and more. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Ojai West and the city of Ojai. 210 S. Signal St., Ojai, libbeybowl.org.

THURSDAY

GOLDEN FUTURE 50+ SENIOR EXPO | 9 a.m.1:30 p.m. Events will feature speakers, interactive workshops, live entertainment, raffles, games, giveaways, job listings and the best selection of products and services to enhance your daily life! As a reminder, each show will be a little different, be sure to check the individual event page for a complete schedule. Free admission. Oxnard Performing Arts Center, 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard, 805-7163303, www.GoldenFutureSeniorExpo.com.

LIVING IN PECULIAR TIMES: ART AND ARCHITECTURE OF THE VICTORIAN ERA | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. via Zoom. This two-part lecture will give us a look at the art and architectural movements of the time, including the Gothic Revival period, the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, and the Arts and Crafts movement, as well as some of the more peculiar designs of the period, such as hair sculptures and poisonous wallpaper. Taught by Eleanor Schrader. Part of the Fifty and Better FABulous Summer Lecture Series at California Lutheran University. $10; bundles $60-165. More information and registration at www. callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/fifty-better/ lecture-series.html.

THE VOICE OF AMERICA’S FUN SONGS | 1:30 p.m.

Get ready for foot stomping, toe tapping, hand clapping, sing-along fun as musician Craig Newton brings a variety of instruments to the library. This program is sure to be entertaining and educational! This free event is sponsored by the Ventura Friends of the Library and is open to the public. For additional information, contact Sienna Sydlaske, Youth Librarian Specialist, at 805-6482716. Saticoy Library, 1292 Los Angeles Ave., Ventura, www.vencolibrary.org.

VENTURA COUNTY VIRTUAL WILDFIRE SPEAKER SERIES | 2-3 p.m. online. The Ventura County Resource Conservation District understands that wildfire is a constant threat for California. To help residents prepare, the Ventura County RCD, in partnership with the Ventura County Regional Fire Safe Council hosts bi-monthly FREE wildfire speaker series targeted to the community of Ventura County. This is an opportunity for the community to engage with wildfire experts. For more information and to RSVP, visit vcrcd.org/wildfirespeakerseries/.

COMMUNITY NEEDS, OPPORTUNITIES AND RESOURCES

BIG ROCK PRESERVE VOLUNTEERS WANTED | Get outside and assist Ventura Land Trust staff with preserve maintenance and restoration activities such as mulching, invasive species removal and trail maintenance. More information and sign up at www.venturalandtrust.org/big_rock_beautification.

CAREER PATHWAYS AT BLANCHARD

COMMUNITY LIBRARY | Patrons of Blanchard Community Library can now access CAreer Pathways, a collection of digital platforms for online learning tools designed to meet the needs of those entering the workforce or who want to get a better job. Funded by the state and administered by the California State Library, CAreer Pathways offers Coursera, Linkedln Learning, GetSetUp, and Skillshare — resources that offer specialized courseware that help people improve job skills and prepare for high-wage jobs. Access to CAreer Pathways is free and available through the Blanchard Community Library’s website at www. blanchardlibrary.org/resources/online-learning and via the “CAreer Pathways” link on the library’s main page. For additional information, please contact the Adult Services Librarian, Justin Formanek, at 805-525-3615 or email justin.formanek@blanchardlibrary.org.

FIND YOUR VOICE SUMMER READING PROGRAM

LANDLORD

ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM

| Are you a Ventura County property owner/housing provider seeking stable tenancies, rental income, and a way to help our neighbors who need a home? Do you have a housing unit to lease in the near or immediate future? We are seeking studios to 3+ bedrooms. United Way will provide financial and supportive services to ensure a smooth and mutually beneficial housing process. Join the effort and receive a leasing bonus of up to two times the rent charged for the unit! This incentive is available for landlords and is separate from any costs incurred by program participants. For more information or to learn more about the Landlord Engagement Program, contact Carie Bristow at carie.bristow@vcunitedway.org or 805-485-6288 x235.

MENTORS NEEDED FOR WOMEN UNITED EDUCATION AWARD RECIPIENTS | Women United is seeking potential mentors in professional positions who would like to guide a single mother college student and help her reach her career goals. Anyone who has professional experience in a business environment and is willing to meet with a mentee for 2-3 sessions during the semester (in person or via Zoom) is encouraged to apply. To learn more, contact Leslie Osuna at leslie.osuna@vcunitedway.org or 805-4856288, ext. 224.

VC 150 MEMORIES WEBSITE | Designed to be a community-driven project, “VC 150 Memories” aims to celebrate and preserve the cherished memories of residents in Ventura County. The website provides an opportunity for residents from across the county to collectively contribute photos of special moments and experiences, both past and present, that have shaped their lives in Ventura County. Community members are invited to submit their favorite images, which will be featured in a public photo gallery on the website. Images submitted will be used to create a visual representation of the county’s rich history and diverse communities. In partnership with the Museum of Ventura County, photos that are submitted will be incorporated into public event exhibits and later archived by the museum. To access VC 150 Memories, please visit: www.venturacounty150.com. Submissions are open to all who would like to participate in the project.

ONGOING/UPCOMING EVENTS

| Through Aug. 4. The Ventura County Library encourages the love of reading with a range of free activities for children, teens and adults throughout the summer. Summer is a wonderful time to explore a variety of topics or learn about a new hobby with books available from VCL. This initiative helps keep youth and families engaged in a range of critical thinking and skill building, and fun throughout the summer months to avoid the summer slide. Participants may register at vencolibrary.beanstack.org and record their reading with opportunities to win prizes for reaching reading goals. Once again VCL will give away 13 Nintendo Switch Grand Prizes as well as other STEAM prizes throughout the summer to readers who reach various reading challenge goals. Youth may visit their local branch to choose a free new book to add to their personal collections, once they log 500 minutes of reading. To learn more about the summer reading adventure at the library, please call your local branch or view the library’s website at vencolibrary.org.

FREE DAYS AT VENTURA BOTANICAL GARDENS

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FAMILY BOARD GAMES: MONOPOLY JUNIOR | 3-4 p.m. Enjoy some family time playing games at the library. Ages 8+. Children’s Library of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD | 4-6 p.m. An engaging leadership group that develops programs and services. Earn service hours at our meetings, which are held every second and fourth Thursday of the month. Conference Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-3885222, camarillolibrary.org.

THURSDAY EVENING BOOK CLUB | 6:30-7:45 p.m. The Thursday Evening Book Club meets the fourth Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the Conference Room. Stop by and check us out. This month we’re reading Robinson Jeffers: Poet of California by James Karman. Conference Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

CAMARILLO COMMUNITY BAND | 7 p.m. Enjoy free concerts at Constitution Park in Camarillo every Thursday in July. A new guest conductor every week. 601 Carmen Drive, Camarillo, www.pvrpd. org/2023-07-06-camarillo-community-band.

The public is invited to visit the Ventura Botanical Gardens free of charge on the following dates: Aug. 17, Sept. 4, Oct. 31, Nov. 23 and Dec. 25. Come enjoy this beautiful, natural environment boasting picturesque paths, thousands of plants and extraordinary views at no cost! 567 Poli St., Ventura, venturabotanicalgardens.com.

INTERN WITH VENTURA WILD | Through Aug. 19. Ventura Wild’s internship program is a professional development opportunity for those interested in working with children in an education environment that promotes awareness, understanding and profound respect for nature. Interns are scheduled to assist one of our Summer Camps (one week, 5-7 hours/day) with the opportunity to secure additional camps. We ask for interns to be present for the whole week to best establish a rapport with the group and build a consistent and meaningful group dynamic. Interns will work alongside three experienced outdoor educators to support a group of 12 participants. Camps run June 12 through Aug. 19. For more information and to apply, visit www.venturawild.com/internships.

CAMARILLO QUILTERS | 9:30 a.m., second Tuesdays of the month. The Camarillo Quilters meet the second Tuesday of every month. Quilting speakers, workshops, library, free table and community quilts. All are welcome. Pleasant Valley Community Center, 1605 E. Burnley St., Camarillo, camarilloquilters.com.

DEPRESSION AND BIPOLAR SUPPORT

ALLIANCE MEETING | Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. This Ventura-based peer support group for those experiencing depression and bipolar disorder will resume its free weekly meetings at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Ventura. Enter by way of the main door. Please bring your own N95 mask. For more information, contact Wendell Jones at 805-640-6472, wenj16630@sbcglobal.net or DBSAlliance.org. 5654 Ralston St., Ventura.

FAMILY STORYTIME | Mondays, 4 p.m. Every Monday the South Oxnard Library hosts an all-ages storytime with Miss Joanne in the Children’s Area. South Oxnard Branch Library, 4300 Saviers Road, Oxnard, 805-385-8129, www.oxnard.org/library/

and learn American culture. One-on-one tutoring is arranged by the tutor. Instruction is available in Oxnard, Ventura, Camarillo, Ojai, Saticoy, Santa Paula, Thousand Oaks and Moorpark. Locations can be in public libraries, coffee shops, churches, outdoors, or any place convenient to the tutor and adult learner. Free. For more information, contact Laubach Literacy of Ventura County, 805-385-9584 or www.laubachventura@gmail.com.

GRIEF AND BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT | The Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice offers compassion and understanding through a variety of support groups that focus on restorative activities, seeking meaning and purpose, identifying changes to self and receiving support in making life good again. All support groups are free for the community. To find a support group near you, visit www.lmvna.org/grief/.

HOPE AND HELP FOR OVEREATERS | Saturdays, 10-11 a.m. Is your eating out of control? Are you feeling fat? Overeaters Anonymous can help. 133 S. Laurel St., Ventura (building next to the church). For more information call Amy at 805-340-5882. Donations only.

JEST IMPROV DROP-IN CLASSES | Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. and Saturdays, 2-4 p.m. JEST Improv, established in 2018 as an improvisational comedy school and performance troupe, has moved to a new home inside an historic former blast bunker, or bomb shelter, at 2750 E. Main St., Ventura, and continues to teach students and deliver laughs to audiences from Ventura and surrounding communities. The troupe now offers two separate drop-in class choices. We welcome players with all levels of improv experience, or no experience at all. Classes are $15 each, or $40 for four. For more information call Alex Sattler at 805-630-7574, email alex@jestimprov.com or team@ jestimprov.com, or visit www.jestimprov.com.

LUNCH AT THE LIBRARY FARM TO SUMMER PROGRAM | Through Aug. 10. This summer, Ventura County Library (VCL) will host Lunch at the Library Farm to Summer Program at three locations

(Avenue, Saticoy, and Albert H. Soliz) for children and teens 18 years and under. Local youth will be served healthy meals and are invited to participate in a series of Summer Reading Program activities. These will include daily fun activities, book giveaways, and performers. Speakers will visit each location and encourage youth to learn about local agriculture and the food cycle, how to garden at home and practice healthy eating, as well as share information on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) careers in agriculture. More information at www.vencolibrary.org.

MEDITATION | Mondays, 7-8:30 p.m. Freely offered by Insight Meditation of Ventura at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 3290 Loma Vista Road, Ventura, room 13. Arrive by 6:45 pm. Forty-minute meditation begins at 7 p.m. We break for conversation and connection before a talk and discussion. ventura. net/meditate-with-us/ and info@insightventura.net.

OUTDOOR MEDITATION | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Freely offered by Insight Meditation of Ventura at Arroyo Verde Park, 5000 Foothill Road, Ventura. Bring a chair, blanket or cushion to sit on. Layered clothing, a water bottle, and sunscreen recommended. Meditate for 20 minutes followed by a brief talk and discussion. We gather towards the south end of the park, just past the entrance. Turn left into the first parking lot and park. We’re about 100 feet across the grass on a slight incline under a tree in a circle of chairs. insightventura.net/meditate-with-us/ and info@insightventura.net.

SCHWAB ACADEMY | Through July 23.

Enrollment is open for the third annual Schwab Summer Academy at Ventura College. Come make music with us! Three weeks of intensive training and performance alongside professional musicians with courses in orchestra and chamber music. Open to ages 12 and up, including adults. $77 per class.

Registration and more information at www.venturacollege.edu/departments/academic/music/ schwab-academy-of-music.

SOUND MEDITATION | Fridays and Sundays.

Morning and sunset sound meditation sessions will take place weekly in person at the Viewpoint at Meditation Mount. Sunday morning sessions 10 a.m.-12 p.m. with Suburbanoid. Friday evening sessions 6-7:30 p.m. with DeAnna Carpenter and Kelly Jean Anderson. $25; registration is required. 10340 Reeves Road, Ojai. For exact dates and times, visit meditationmount.org/events.

SUMMER WHALE WATCHING WITH ISLAND

PACKERS | Through Aug. 31. View these magnificent mammals as they migrate this summer. Passengers on Summer Whale Watch trips have an excellent chance to view several whale species in the Santa Barbara Channel, who migrate here to feed on the abundant shoals of baitfish and krill found here. Summer species currently being seen include Blue Whales, Fin Whales, and Humpbacks, as well as yearround residents such as Common Dolphin, seals, and sea lions. Historically, over 28 species of whales and dolphins have been identified within the waters of the Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary. A

day spent on the ocean in the company of these creatures can be an awe-inspiring and truly memorable experience. $60-75. For schedule, tickets and more information, visit islandpackers.com/home.

SUNSET DINNER AND DANCE AT REAGAN

LIBRARY | Through July 24. It’s a perfect evening of rock ’n’ roll entertainment (by Fleetwood Mac tribute band Mirage), delectable dinner, and dancing. The event takes place on Friday, July 28, and the evening will begin with a three-course meal created by our Presidential Chef. Tour the amazing Ronald Reagan Presidential Museum and Air Force One from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. This all-inclusive offer is only $83.95 per person (includes tax and gratuity). Reservations are required and must be made by Monday, July 24, 2023, at 8 a.m. Reserved tables are available for parties of 10 or more. Casual dress attire is suggested. Please note the Auschwitz Exhibit is not included in this price and will not be open. For tickets and more information, call 805-577-4057 or visit www.reaganfoundation.

org/programs-events/events-calendar/sunset-dinner-and-dance-a-tribute-to-fleetwood-mac-2023/.

SUNSET YOGA AND SOUND MEDITATION | Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Connect with your mind, heart and body in a picturesque outdoor garden setting overlooking the beautiful Ojai Valley. Please bring your own yoga mat and props, and a blanket (optional) for closing meditation, which will be accompanied by crystal singing bowls. $20; registration is required. 10340 Reeves Road, Ojai. For exact dates and times, visit meditationmount.org/events.

SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE LOSS GRIEF SUPPORT

GROUP | First and third Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. If you have experienced the loss of a loved one due to suicide, do not hesitate to join this Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice group. Livingston’s Grief and Bereavement Programs are committed to maintaining an open, accepting, confidential atmosphere. All are free of charge and conducted over Zoom. More information at www.lmvna.org. SWAP MEET | Wednesdays, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Every week, the Ventura County Fairgrounds hosts dozens of vendors selling a wide array of antiques and collectibles. Vendor space available; contact Sue Adams at 818-590-5435. $2 admission.10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura, www.snaauctions.com.

VENTURA COUNTY PHILATELIC SOCIETY | First and third Mondays, 7:30 p.m. The society meets twice a month at the Church of the Foothills, Ventura. More information at venturacountyphilatelicsoc.org.

VENTURA SENIOR MEN’S GROUP | Twice monthly–NO MEETINGS IN JULY. Any man who considers himself in the “senior” category, (and many who don’t) might benefit from a visit to the Ventura Senior Men’s Group lunch meetings at the Ventura Poinsettia Pavilion twice monthly. We’re strictly a social bunch, with no governing agenda and no obligation to any sponsor. Drop in and say YOUR piece; we might all benefit by it and we’ll treat you to a lunch to hear it. Call Lyle at 805-341-9820 if you’d like to know more; he’ll fill you in.

ARTS LISTINGS

Some classes, exhibits and events are available exclusively online. All events are subject to change and cancellation; always verify with venue and/or organizer.

OPENING THEATER

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST July 22-Aug. 20. A beautiful young woman becomes imprisoned by a beastly man who is actually a cursed prince. Can true love break the spell? Presented by Actors’ Repertory Theatre of Simi. $22-33. Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, 3050 Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley, 805-583-7900, www.svvac.org/mainstage.

CABARET July 20-Aug. 6. In this musical extravaganza, a showgirl and a writer navigate love, ambition and politics in 1930s Berlin during the rise of the Third Reich. $12-16. Moorpark College Performing Arts Center, 7075 Campus Road, Moorpark, 805-378-1485, www.moorparkcollege.edu/departments/ academic/theatre-arts/performing-arts-center.

KING LEAR July 21-Aug. 6. The 26th Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival continues with the stirring tragedy based on an aging pagan king of Ancient Briton, who descends into loneliness and madness after banishing the daughter who loves him and being rejected by his falsely flattering children. $15-25. Kingsmen Park, California Lutheran University, 60 W. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks, 805-493-3184, kingsmenshakespeare.org.

THE MOUSETRAP July 21-Aug. 12. One of Agatha Christie’s most popular tales, featuring a group of guests and staff snowed in at a remote manor house when a murderer strikes. $20-22. Conejo Players Theatre, 351 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, 805-495-3715, conejoplayers.org.

TEENAGE DICK July 21-Aug. 20. In this darkly comic retelling of Shakespeare’s Richard III , the

much-maligned Duke of Gloucester is a bullied high school student who plots his way to the senior class presidency. $17-20. The Elite Theatre Company, 2731 Victoria Ave., Oxnard, 805-4835118, theelite.org.

OPENING ART

CAMARILLO ART CENTER Saturday, July 22, 1-4 p.m.: Watercolor painting techniques workshop led by Kathy Whitesell. The theme is “Water Reflections” and is open to beginners and experienced artists alike. $20 members, $30 non-members. RSVP to KATHYWHITESELL@AOL.

COM. Through July 30: See Clearly, a July Open Call Art Show. 3150 Ponderosa Drive, Camarillo, www.CamarilloArtCenter.org.

AUDITIONS/CALLS TO ARTISTS

DAB ART Ongoing. The contemporary art organization is currently seeking submissions

of work in any media for group and solo exhibitions at H Gallery and Studios in Ventura. Submit three to 20 images; $35 entry fee. For submission guidelines, online application and more information, visit www.dabart.me/ventura-2.

ONGOING THEATER

CINDERELLA Through July 23. Rodgers and Hammerstein’s enchanting adaptation of the timeless classic Cinderella brings new life to the story of a young woman forced into servitude who dreams of — and achieves — a better life. Originally presented as a television extravaganza, this famous fairytale has been re-fashioned and set to music by two great masters of the musical. Presented by 5-Star Theatricals. $30-91. Fred Kavli Theatre, Bank of America Performing Arts Center, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, 805-449-2787, bapacthousandoaks.com.

NUNSENSE Through July 23. Hijinks ensue when the Little Sisters of Hoboken decide to put on a variety show to raise money to help with the burial costs of several nuns who were accidentally poisoned by the cook. $30. Ojai Art Center Theater, 113 S. Montgomery St., Ojai, ojaiact.org.

RABBIT HOLE Through July 30. Becca and Howie Corbett have everything a family could want, until a life shattering accident turns their world upside down and leaves the couple drifting perilously apart. Rabbit Hole charts their bittersweet search for comfort in the darkest of places and for a path that will lead them back into the light of day. $22-24. Santa Paula Theater Center, 125 S. Seventh St., Santa Paula, 805-525-4645, www.santapaulatheatercenter.org.

ONGOING ART

AGRICULTURE MUSEUM Recently opened: Pollination Investigation, a set of 14 posters

(in English and Spanish) detailing the many animals that serve as pollinators and their role in the natural world. Created and presented by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service and the Smithsonian Gardens. Ongoing: Farm to Market, an interactive exhibit promoting healthy lifestyles through role play; plus antique tractors, farming implements, a living beehive and more.

Hours: Thursdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 926 Railroad Ave., Santa Paula, 805-525-3100, venturamuseum.org/visit-agriculture-museum/.

ATRIUM GALLERY Through Sept. 5. History is Now 2023, photographic portraits from Focus on the Masters of 150 artists representing the rich creative diversity of our region. Part of the Ventura County 150th Anniversary celebrations. Talk with FOTM directors on Thursday, Aug. 3, 5:30-7 p.m. Panel Discussion on Thursday, Aug. 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Hall of Administration, Ventura County Government Center, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, focusonthemasters.com.

BEATRICE WOOD CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Through Aug. 20. Homage to Beatrice Wood , works inspired by the celebrated artist by ceramicists in the Ventura County Potters’ Guild. 8585 Ojai-Santa Paula Road, Ojai, 805-6463381, www.beatricewood.com.

BLACKBOARD GALLERY Through July 29. Sacred Space: Reflections Unseen , works by Chicano and Indigenous artists that express their unique experiences within the U.S. Studio Channel Islands, 2222 E. Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, 805-383-1368, studiochannelislands.org.

BUENAVENTURA ART ASSOCIATION

Through Aug. 26. The Artful Lens, photography exhibit featuring work by BAA members and nonmembers. Studio 99 at the Bell Arts Factory, 432 N. Ventura Ave., Ventura, 805-648-1235, www.buenaventuraartassociation.org.

CANVAS AND PAPER Through Aug. 13. Works by Terry Frost. 311 N. Montgomery St., Ojai, canvasandpaper.org.

CHANNEL ISLANDS MARITIME MUSEUM

Through Aug. 22: Ancestral Paths and Future Visions , the art of Brenda Mercado. Through Sept. 26: PORT/TRAIT, a beautiful collection of never-before-seen daguerreotypes, ambrotypes, tintypes, cabinet cards, stereographs and carte de visite. It also includes a unique collection of embroidered sailor and maritime-themed portraits. Ongoing: Maritime art covering Asian, European and American seafaring history; the Marple Model Ship Collection; exhibits on whales, sailors and the Port of Hueneme and more. 3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard, 805-984-6260, cimmvc.org.

DUDLEY HOUSE HISTORIC MUSEUM

Ongoing. The National Historic Landmark was built in 1892 by Selwyn Shaw for lima bean farmer B.W. Dudley, and is one of the last pioneer farmhouses in Ventura. On display are artifacts and other elements showcasing aspects of life from 1895 to 1925. Open for tours the first Sunday of the month. COVID protocols will be strictly fol-

These are the last few weeks to see Auschwitz. Not Long Ago. Not Far Away. at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum. This extraordinary show closes Aug. 13.

gift shop and more. 4200 Olivas Park Drive, Ventura, www.cityofventura.ca.gov/OlivasAdobe.

FOX FINE JEWELRY Through July 30. Side by Side, oil, pastel and collage by Thomas Hardcastle and landscapes and seascapes by Bobbi Balderman. 560 E. Main St., Ventura, 805652-1800, www.foxfinejewelry.com.

H GALLERY Through July 23. Indigenous Wisdom, the art of Mariana Peirano and Carlos Grasso, and Navigating Infinity, recent work by Jason Brock. 1793 E. Main St., Ventura, 805293-1616, www.dabart.me.

HILLCREST CENTER FOR THE ARTS Through Sept. 11. Summer Open Show, featuring original works in a variety of media by Conejo Valley artists. Reception and awards ceremony on Saturday, Aug. 12, 3-5 p.m. The Galleria, 403 W. Hillcrest Dr., Thousand Oaks, 805-381-2747, www.conejoarts.org.

HARBOR VILLAGE GALLERY AND GIFTS Ongoing. Art and artisan crafts created by resident BAA members. 1559 Spinnaker Drive #106, Ventura Harbor Village, 805-644-2750, www.facebook.com/HarborVillageGalleryGifts.

MULLIN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM Opened April 20: ArTexture , automotive-themed tapestries, paintings and sculptures by Keith Collins. Ongoing: The famed auto museum pays tribute to French automotive design, with coaches from the 1800s, Bugattis from the 1920s-30s, Concours d’Elegance winners and more. Hours: Friday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; advance tickets required. 1421 Emerson Ave., Oxnard, 805385-5400, mullinautomotivemuseum.com.

MURPHY AUTO MUSEUM Ongoing. Impressive display of vintage automobiles and Americana, as well as the Gold Coast Modular Railroad Club and the car-centric art in the Fireball Art Gallery. Muscles and Mojo car show in the parking lot every first and third Sunday of the month. The museum is now open Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 1930 Eastman Ave., Oxnard, 805-487-4333, www.murphyautomuseum.org.

MUSEUM OF VENTURA COUNTY Opened June 23. Spin Cycle: Unfolding the Science of Laundry, featuring laundry items from the museum’s historical collection dating from the 19th and early 20th century; The Murder of Tom More: A True Crime Story, a deep-dive into an 1877 incident involving land ownership, water rights, perjury, bribes and more; and Proximity to Water. Ongoing: MVC Gallery Marketplace, exhibits devoted to the Chumash, the history of Ventura County, George Stuart Historical Figures® Collection, online exhibits and resources and more. 100 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-6530323 or venturamuseum.org.

OJAI ART CENTER Through Aug. 30. Domonic . 113 S. Montgomery St., Ojai, 805-646-0117, www.ojaiartcenter.org.

OJAI VALLEY MUSEUM Recently opened: Turning Corners, works in a variety of mediums by Ojai Studio Artists. Ongoing. Small exhibitions on a range of topics related to the history of the Ojai Valley, as well as virtual talks and more. Now open Friday-Sunday. 130 W. Ojai Ave., Ojai, 805640-1390, www.ojaivalleymuseum.org.

OLIVAS ADOBE HISTORIC PARK Ongoing. The Olivas Adobe is now open the second Sunday of each month for visitors, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The historic park invites all plein air artists to come out to the site for creative inspiration, from the rose garden and 160-year-old fuchsia to the rancho and the bell tower.

In addition, Laura Jean Jespersen’s The Romance of the Adobe will be on exhibit in the small adobe. There will be raffles, historic interpreters, an al fresco

POPPIES ART AND GIFTS Ongoing. Gifts, jewelry, decor and more made by local artists. 323 E. Matilija St., Ojai, 805798-0033, www.poppiesartandgifts.com.

RANCHO CAMULOS MUSEUM Ongoing. The 40-acre landmark and museum is one of the best surviving examples of an early California rancho and honors the area’s Spanish and Mexican heritage. “Last Sundays at the Landmark” take place the last Sunday of every month, and include docent-led tours, music and more. Open every Sunday for docent-led tours; group and special-focus tours by appointment. Situated off of Highway 126, two miles east of Piru. 805-521-1501, www.ranchocamulos.org.

realART Ongoing. The art gallery in Whizin Market Square features works by a variety of contemporary artists. Whizin Market Square, 28861 Agoura Road, Agoura Hills, 310-452-4000, buyrealart.com.

RONALD REAGAN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM Through Aug. 13: Auschwitz. Not Long Ago. Not Far Away. bringing together hundreds of original objects, owned by both victims and perpetrators and bearing witness to the horrors of the Holocaust, from the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum and other institutions. This is the only time this exhibit will be on the West Coast. Recommended for ages 12+. Ongoing: Permanent exhibits include Air Force One, an F-117 Nighthawk stealth fighter, an M-1 Abrams tank and more. 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, 800-410-8354, www.reaganfoundation.org.

SANDRA AND JORDAN LABY GALLERY Ongoing. An Historical Eye, oil paintings, dye sublimations and gold-leaf prints from renowned artists Michael O’Kelly, to be displayed on the newly created arts space downstairs at the Rubicon Theatre Company. 1006 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-667-2900, www.rubicontheatre.org.

SANTA PAULA ART MUSEUM Through Nov. 5: The California Scene, a group exhibition presented by California Art League and CAL’s 2023 Gold Medal Exhibition. Featured artists include Tyler Abshier, Patti Arbino, Louis Balicki, Holly Beals, Kathy Bodycombe, Karen Browdy, Bonny Butler, Michele Chapin and many more. Through Sept. 10: On the Ranch, paintings and drawings of artist Andrea Vargas’s familial homes in Santa Paula and Ventura. Free family days on the first Sunday of the month. 117 N. 10th St., Santa Paula, 805525-5554, www.santapaulaartmuseum.org.

UBS WESTLAKE VILLAGE Through Aug. 31. Air, Earth, Fire, Water, work inspired by the elements made by some of the Conejo Valley’s finest artists. 3011 Townsgate Road, Third Floor, Westlake Village, conejoarts.org.

VENTURA POTTERY GALLERY Ongoing. Talented ceramic artists from across Ventura County make up the Ventura County Potters Guild, and they display their works — housewares, home decor, figurines and more — at the guild’s gallery and shop in Ventura Harbor. 1567 Spinnaker Drive, Suite 105, Ventura, 805-644-6800, venturapottersguild.org/gallery.

VITA ART CENTER Through Aug. 13. The Drawing Room 23, compelling drawings by Eric Beltz, Steve Galloway, and Stas Orlovski; The Artist’s Garden, the beauty of flowers as seen in artist Susan Petty’s lovely garden; and Capturing Identity, work by teen artists that participated in the portrait photography workshop. 28 W. Main St., Ventura, 805-6449214, www.vitaartcenter.com.

Rabbit Hole continues at the Santa Paula Theater Center through July 30. Pictured: Jessi May Stevenson and Cynthia Killion. Photo courtesy Jessi May Stevenson.

lowed. 197 N. Ashwood Ave., Ventura, 805-642-3345, dudleyhouse.org.

READERS’ POLL BEST OF VENTURA COUNTY 2023

The top three for each category will be listed in the Best Of Ventura County issue on September 28, 2023.

The Rules: One online ballot per person. Ballots must have at least 10 completed categories. You’re not allowed to list one business more than five times on a single ballot. We reserve the right to exclude any ballots that we believe to be part of an evil ballot-box-stuffing scheme.

Please don’t submit multiple ballots, we can tell if you do! All ballot info is kept confidential. Good luck!

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business is conducted by a Married Couple. The date registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000)). Print Name of Registrant

Jennifer E Burkett. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on: July 07 2023

OWNER(S) 1.) ANALYTICAL CONSULTING GROUP, INC., 2300 KNOLL DRIVE UNIT L VENTURA, CA 93003. This business is conducted by a Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2013. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000)).

Analytical Consulting Group, Inc., Michael Tiffany, President. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common

nization, California . REGISTERED OWNER(S) 1.) REX THOMAS PLUMBING, INC., 4464 MCGRATH ST. #118 VENTURA, CA 93003. This business is conducted by a Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2023. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000)). Rex Thomas Plumbing, Inc, Rex Thomas, President. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state

County, State of Incorporation/Organization, California .

OWNER(S) 1.) FLOAT LUXURY SPA VENTURA, LLC, 21 E CARRILLO ST STE 130 SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101. This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2023. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000)). Float Luxury Spa Ventura, Llc, Natalie Rowe, Managing Member. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on: June 30 2023

LANE

ROAD WEST

CA 91304. Ventura County, State of Incorporat ion/Organization, California . REGISTERED OWNER(S) 1.) PERCHERON SOLUTIONS, LLC, 7101 STUDIO ROAD WEST HILLS, CA 91304. This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2023. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000)). Percheron Solutions, Llc, Julie Jacobs, Manager. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than

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CA 93003. Ventura County, State of Incorporation/Orga-

BEACH

CA 93035.

as: 1.) FENTANYL ANONYMOUS, 862

WAVERLY HEIGHTS

DR THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91360. Ventura County, State of Incorporat ion/Organization, California . REGISTERED OWNER(S) 1.)

MEDICAL PRIVACY ASSOCIATION, 862

WAVERLY HEIGHTS

DR THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91360. This business is conducted by a Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2023. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant know to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000)).

Medical Privacy Association, James Koutsoukos, Ceo. NOTICE – in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Ventura on: June 15 2023 Published:

nia Commercial Code Section 7210 that the following described property will be sold by Buenaventura, L.L.C. dba Buenaventura

MHC (Warehouse) at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, in lawful money of the United States, or a cashier’s check payable to Buenaventura, L.L.C. dba Buenaventura MHC, payable at time of sale, on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 10:00 a.m., at the following location:11405 Darling Road, Park Office, Ventura, Ca 93004. Said sale is to be held without covenant or warranty as to possession, financing, encumbranc es, or otherwise on an “as is,” “where is” basis. Upon sale, the mobile home must be removed from the Premises. The property which will be sold is described as follows: Manufacturer: Unknown Trade Name: Gold Medal Year: 1971 H.C.D. Decal No: AAP3043 Serial No.: S9595U, S9595X The current location of the subject property is: 88 Pansy Place, Ventura, Ca 93004. The public auction will be made to satisfy the lien for storage of the above-desc ribed property that was deposited by Patricia Garcia aka Patti Garcia and Noma E. Fowler, Trustee with Buenaventura, L.L.C. dba Buenaventura MHC. The total amount due on this property, including estimated costs, expenses and advances as of the date of the public sale, is $10,095.44. The auction will be made for the purpose of satisfying the lien on the property, together with the

cost of the sale. Dated: July 20, 2023 HART

KIENLE PENTECOST

By: Ryan

J.

Egan, Esq.

Authorized Agent for Buenaventura, L.L.C. dba Buenaventura

MHC Contact: Julie Rosario (714) 432-8700 (IFS# 31468 07/20/23, 07/27/23)

Published: Ventura County Reporter 07/20/23, 07/27/23

Payless Towing

LIEN SALE: 23HOND License: CJ96W47 / CA

Vin: 2HGFE2F59

PH500367 to be sold at 10:00 am on 8/1/2023

@ 1200 Mercantile St Oxnard, CA

Published: Ventura County Reporter 07/20/23

Notice of Public Auction

Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 2650 Stearns Street Simi Valley, CA 93063 August 8, 2023 10:30am

shayleen mctavish: tubs, ice chest, cook ware neuton rader: Dresser, funiture, bags of clothes, pictures gaurav sandhu: Boxes, christmas tree, end tables, chairs, helmet Darrien Lionheart: vending machine, speakers, china cabinet, tub

The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storag etreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

Published: Ventura County Reporter 07/20/23,

Doing Business as : CHANNEL ISLANDS SCUBA

All other business name(s)

The location in California of the chief executive office of the seller is: Same As Above

The name(s) and address of the Buyer(s) is/are:

Aquaculture Sports, a California Corporation, 1348 N. Moorpark Rd., Unit B, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

The assets being sold are generally described as: Furniture, fixtures, equipment, tradename, goodwill ad covenant not to compete and are located at: 1348 N. Moorpark Rd., Unit B, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: Universal Escrow, Inc. 1025 W. 190th Street, Suite 218 Gardena, CA 90248 and the anticipated sale date is August 7, 2023.

The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2 YES

The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is:

Universal Escrow, Inc., 1025 W. 190th St., Ste 218, Gardena, CA 90248 and the last date for filing claims by any creditor shall be August 4, 2023, which is the business day before the sale date specified above.

Dated:6/29/2023

Buyer:

Aquaculture Sports, a California Corporation

S/ Laurent De St. Georges, CEO 7/20/23

CNS-3719940#

Published: Ventura County Reporter 07/20/23

NOTICE OF PUBLIC

SALE

the sale specified.

PUBLIC STORAGE

# 24322, 2167 First Street, Simi Valley, CA 93065, (805) 285-7073

Sale to be held at www. storag etreasures.com.

E071 - Kaplan, Nathan Public sale terms, rules, and regulations will be made available prior to the sale. All sales are subject to cancellation. We reserve the right to refuse any bid. Payment must be in cash or credit card-no checks. Buyers must secure the units with their own personal locks. To claim tax-exempt status, original RESALE certificates for each space purchased is required. By PS Retail Sales, LLC, 701 Western Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201. (818) 244-8080. 7/13, 7/20/23

CNS-3717694# Published: Ventura County Reporter 07/13/23, 07/20/23

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE

Notice is HEREBY given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to sections 2170021716 of the Business & Professions Code of the California Self-Service Storage Facilities Act, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on the 27th day of July 2023, at 11:00 A.M, on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at A Vineyard Self Storage at 3500 E. Vineyard Ave. in Oxnard, CA in the County of Ventura:

9116 Nancy Flores

6208 Paul Amaro

556 Philip Feldsott

1060 Ramon Alberto

ment between owner and obligated party. Further terms at sale.

Auctioneer: O’Brien’s Auction and Vehicle Lien Service, LLC. Bond # 64819405, Telephone: 559-970-8105

Publish: July 13th and 20th, 2023

Published: Ventura County Reporter 07/13/23, 07/20/23

Public Online Sale

Citizens Self Storage 269 N. Aviador Street Camarillo, Ca 93010

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell by online auction at: www. storag etreasures.com, beginning 10:00 AM, July 24thth, 2023 and ending 10:00 AM July 27th, 2023. The premises where said property is stored are located at Citizens Self Storage 269 N. Aviador Street Camarillo (CA) county of (Ventura), State of California, for the following parties:

Citizens Self Storage – 2 units

Tiffany Gipson - Misc. items

Orson Green – Misc. Boxes

All purchased items must be paid for in CASH within 48 hours of the close of auction, all items are sold as is, where is, and must be removed within 48 hours after close of online auction. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Agent reserves the right to halt sale of any unit.

at the location indicat-

ed: 375 S Laurel St. Ventura CA 93001

Tuesday August 8th at 9:30am

Timothy GabsterHousehold Items

Gloria Torres - Household Items

The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storag etreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

Published: Ventura County Reporter 07/20/23, 07/27/23

Notice of Public Auction

Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 1285 E Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 August 8, 2023 at 2:30 pm

Leah Evans- boxes

Robert McGraa- Fishing gear, clothes, books. and personal items

Gaynell Hunt- personal items, clothing

The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storag etreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

Published: Ventura County Reporter 07/20/23,

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July 20, 2023

business address(es) of the Seller(s), are: C.I. Seuba Inc., a California Corporation, 1348 N. Moorpark Rd., Unit B, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

To satisfy the owner’s storage lien, PS Retail Sales, LLC will sell at public lien sale on July 28, 2023, the personal property in the below-listed units, which may include but are not limited to: household and personal items, office and other equipment. The public sale of these items will begin at 09:30 AM and continue until all units are sold. The lien sale is to be held at the online auction website, www. storag etreasures.com, where indicated. For online lien sales, bids will be accepted until 2 hours after the time of

Aparicio 3069 Renee Thomas

3130 Noel Razo 3038 Efren Valdez 3005 Douglas Hansen

Property to be sold is misc. household goods, furniture, appliances, T.V.’s, generators, tools, roll away tool boxes, surfboard, bbq, luggage, bikes, toys, clothing, bags, bxs & misc. personal contents.

Purchases must be paid in cash only. Items sold as is where is. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settle-

Citizens Self Storage (805) 484-1738

Storage Treasures – California Bond #63747122

Ad runs: July 13th & July 20th, 2023

Published: Ventura County Reporter 07/13/23, 07/20/23

Notice of Public Auction

Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below

filed a petition

court for a decree changing names as follows: a.) INAN

AND

ELIZABETH

to IVAN

DU TOIT AND

DU TOIT. 2.) THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written

objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 09/18/2023. Time: 08:30 AM. Dept.: 41. The address of the court is 800 South Victoria Ave Ventura, Ca 93006. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Ventura. Original filed: 07/03/2023. BY OR-

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner The petition of Ashley Anne Schroeder by her mother

Danielle Sue Schroeder filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

Ashley Anne Schroeder to Julian Anne Schroeder

Petition of JAMES KOUTSOUKOS, for Change of Name. TO

PERSONS: 1.) Petitioner: JAMES KOUTSOUKOS filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.) JAMES KOUTSOUKOS to JAMES RISK KOUTSOUKOS.

1.) Petitioner: CATA BEAN GOMEZ filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.) CATA BEAN GOMEZ AKA CATA GOMEZ, CATA B GOMEZ, CATA BEAN, CATHERINE GORDON BEAN, CATHERINE G BEAN, CATHERINE BEAN GOMEZ, KATHERINE GORDON BEAN to CATA GORDON BEAN. 2.) THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 08/22/2023. Time: 08:30 AM. Dept.: 41. The address of the court is 800 South Victoria Avenue Ventura, Ca 93009. A copy

AKA PATRICIA

LANDIS. 2.) THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

2.) THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 08/23/2023. Time: 08:30 AM. Dept.: 41. The address of the court is 800 S Victoria Ave Ventura, Ca 93009. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four suc-

on the

the

The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Notice of Hearing:

Date: 09/08/23, Time: 8:30 am, Dept.: 41, Room:

The address of the court is 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009

(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court’s website. To find your court’s website, go to www.courts .ca.gov/find-my-cour t.htm.)

A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Ventura County Reporter

Date: 06/16/2023

Ronda J. McKaig

Judge of the Superior Court 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3/23 CNS-3717831#

or both, of DEBORAH NEUBERT BORO.

A Petition for Probate has been filed by BRIANNA BORO in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA.

The Petition for Probate requests that: BRIANNA BORO be appointed as personal representa tive to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administra tion of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representa tive will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administra tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: August 24, 2023 Time: 10:30AM Dept.: J6, Location: Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 4353 EAST VINEYARD AVENUE OXNARD, CA 93036.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: THOMAS E. OLSON 82569 2590 E. MAIN STREET, SUITE 106 VENTURA, CA 93003 (805) 628-9256 Published: Ventura County Reporter 07/20/23, 07/27/23, 08/03/23

NOTICE OF PETITION TO

ADMINISTER ESTATE OF VICTORIA CRUZ AVILA A.K.A. VICTORIA CRUZ GODINEZ

CASE NUMBER: 2023PRDE010934

To all heirs, beneficiar ies, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of VICTORIA CRUZ AVILA A.K.A.

VICTORIA CRUZ GODINEZ, VICTORIA C. AVILA, VICTORIA CRUZ.

A Petition for Probate has been filed by MARIA RAMIREZ NOORBEHESHT in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA.

The Petition for Probate requests that: MARIA RAMIREZ NOORBEHESHT be appointed as personal representa tive to administer the estate of the decedent.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: August 24 2023 Time: 10:30 AM Dept.: J6, Location: Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 4353 E. VINEYARD AVE OXNARD, CA 93036, JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court

A Petition for Probate has been filed by KEITH ALAN HOGAN in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA.

The Petition for Probate requests that: KEITH ALAN HOGAN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

To all heirs, beneficiar ies, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate,

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court

If you are a person interested in the estate,

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administra tion of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representa tive will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administra tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner:

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administra tion of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representa tive will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administra tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: August 10 2023 Time: 10:30 AM Dept.: J6, Location: Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 4353 E. VINEYARD AVENUE OXNARD, CALIFORNIA 93036.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate

Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court

If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: KEVIN G. STAKER 101400 1200 PASEO CAMARILLO, SUITE 280 CAMARILLO, CA 93010 (805) 482-2282

Published: Ventura County Reporter 07/06/23, 07/13/23, 07/20/23 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF TERRY L. SCOTT CASE NUMBER: 2023PRDE010409

To all heirs, beneficiar ies, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of TERRY L. SCOTT.

A Petition for Probate has been filed by SANDY SCOTT in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA.

The Petition for Probate requests that: SANDY SCOTT be appointed as personal representa tive to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administra tion of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representa tive will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administra

tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: August 10 2023 Time: 10:30 AM Dept.: J6, Location: Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 4353 E. VINEYARD AVENUE OXNARD, CA 93036.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court

If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

CASE NUMBER: 2023PRDE010840

To all heirs, beneficiar ies, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of NANCY E. SORDETTO AKA NANCY ELIZABETH SORDETTO; NANCY SORDETTO.

A Petition for Probate has been filed by JASON SORDETTO in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA.

The Petition for Probate requests that: JASON SORDETTO be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administra tion of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representa tive will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administra tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: August 24 2023 Time: 10:30 AM Dept.: J6, Location: Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 4353 E. VINEYARD AVENUE OXNARD, CA 93036, JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice

under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court

If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner:

DAVID E. EDSALL AND KATHERINE E. WELLS 86217 & 252789

400 CAMARILLO RANCH ROAD. SUITE 102 CAMARILLO, CA 93012

(805) 484-9002

Published: Ventura County Reporter 07/13/23, 07/20/23, 07/27/23

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

MARY BARBARA ROCHA

CASE NO. 2023PRDE007112

To all heirs, beneficiar ies, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of MARY BARBARA ROCHA.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MICHAEL ROCHA in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that MICHAEL ROCHA be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representa tive will be required to

give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administra tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 09/14/23 at 10:30AM in Dept. J6 located at 4353 E. VINEYARD AVENUE, OXNARD, CA 93036

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representa tive appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

STEVE H. MURPHYSBN 174448

CASE NO. 2023PRDE011030

To all heirs, beneficiar ies, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ANDREA ROSARIA FAVORS.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CRISTY FREDRICK in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CRISTY FREDRICK be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representa tive will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administra tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 08/31/23 at 10:30AM in Dept. J6 located at 4353 E. VINEYARD AVENUE, OXNARD, CA 93036

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representa tive appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of

a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

ROBERT W. HOWELLSBN 241568, LAW OFFICE OF ROBERT W. HOWELL, PC 6355 TOPANGA CANYON BLVD., SUITE 505 WOODLAND HILLS CA 91367, Telephone (818) 8880504 7/20, 7/27, 8/3/23 CNS-3720850#

Published: Ventura County Reporter 07/20/23, 07/27/23, 08/03/23

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

PAULINE ETCHISON

CASE NO. 2023PRDE010714

To all heirs, beneficiar ies, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of PAULINE ETCHISON.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by SARA LOUISE JACKSON in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that SARA LOUISE JACKSON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representa tive will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the pro-

posed action.) The independent administra tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 08/17/23 at 10:30AM in Dept. J6 located at 4353 E. VINEYARD AVENUE, OXNARD, CA 93036

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representa tive appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

DI LEO AKA SUSANNA CRYSTAL DILEO

CASE NO. 2023PRDE010824

To all heirs, beneficiar ies, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of SUSANNA

CRYSTAL DI LEO AKA

SUSANNA CRYSTAL DILEO.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ALESSANDRO T. DILEO in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ALESSANDRO T. DILEO be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with limited authority. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representa tive will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administra tion authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 08/24/23 at 10:30AM in Dept. J6 located at 4353 E. VINEYARD AVENUE, OXNARD, CA 93036

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representa tive appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code,

or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner JENNIFER MCNEIL LOZANO - SBN 259380, MCNEIL LOZANO LAW, PC 12300 WILSHIRE BLVD.,

Suite 108, Port Hueneme, CA 93041. This bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2.

If so subject, the name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is Lei Selu-Johnson, Chicago Title Company, 475 W. Channel Islands Blvd., Suite 108, Port Hueneme, CA 93041 and the last date for filing claims shall be August 4, 2023, which is the business day before the sale date specified above.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have executed this document on the date(s) set forth below;

S/ Nikoloz Saakyan

Date: 07-11-2023 7/20/23

CNS-3720680#

Published: Ventura County Reporter 07/20/23

SUMMONS

SUMMONS ( CITACION JUDICIAL ) Case Number ( Número del Caso ): 22CV05008

NOTICE TO DEFENDANT ( AVISO AL DEMANDADO ): THE TOWBES GROUP, INC. A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION; PATRICIA RAZO, AN INDIVIDUAL; AND DOES 1 TO 10 , INCLUSIVE YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF ( LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE ): RICHARD TRAUTMAN, AN INDIVIDUAL NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that

you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service.

If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhe lpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.court info.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.court info.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol/), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatam ente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remis-

ión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhe lpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.court info.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol/) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales.

The name and address of the court is ( El nombre y dirección de la corte es ):

SANTA BARBARA SUPERIOR COURT, SANTA BARBARA, 1100 ANACAPA STREET SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101

The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is ( El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es ): GARY M. BRIGHT, ESQ., N/A, BRIGHT & POWELL, 4299 CARPINTERIA AVENUE, SUITE 200 CARPINTERIA, CA 93013; Tel: 805-6848480 , DATE ( Fecha ): 12/20/2022; DARREL E. PARKER, Clerk ( Secretario ), by NARZRALLI BAKSH, Deputy ( Adjunto ) Published: Ventura County Reporter 07/13/23, 07/20/23, 07/27/23, 08/03/23

Book Page of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Ventura County, California, The original owner: RAUL LEOPOLDO MOLINA

JR AS TRUSTEE OF THE MOLINA FAMILY TRUST DATED AUGUST 27 2021 The purported current owner: RAUL LEOPOLDO MOLINA JR AS TRUSTEE OF THE MOLINA FAMILY TRUST DATED AUGUST 27 2021 WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by a cashier’s check drawn by a State or national bank, a check drawn by a state of federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.: AT THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO THE GOVERNMENT CENTER HALL OF JUSTICE, 800 SOUTH VICTORIA A VENUE, VENTURA, CALIFORNIA 93003 All right, title and interest under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment in the property situated in said County, as more fully described on the above referenced assessment lien. The street address and other common designation, if any of the real property described above is purported to be: 2261 HILLSBURY RD WESTLAKE VILLAGE CA 91361 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbranc es, to pay the remaining principal sum due under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment, with interest thereon, as provided in said notice, advances, if any, estimated fees, charges, and expenses of the Trustee, towit: $6,419.58 accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The claimant, SOUTHSHORE HILLS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written

A.P.N.: 697-0-033-065 Trustee Sale No.:20231214 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE UNDER A NOTICE OF A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT AND CLAIM OF LIEN. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT DATED 4/25/2022. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that on 8/3/2023 at 11:00 AM, S.B.S. Lien Services As the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Notice of Delinquent Assessment, recorded on 4/26/2022 as Document No. 2022000051108

Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS:

If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale.

If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call FOR SALES INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL (855) 986-9342 or visit this internet web-site www.superiordefault.com, using the file number assigned to this case 2023-1214.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in

time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction if conducted after January 1, 2021, pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code.

If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call FOR SALES INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL (855) 986-9342, or visit this internet website www.superiordefault.com, using the file number assigned to this case 2023-1214 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. THE