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Ventura’s Music Calendar - Page 12
Vol.Vol. 16, No.
3, No. 11 12 Published Every Published
Other Wednesday Established 2007
Every Other Wednesday March 8 – MarchMarch
21, 2023
10 - 23, 2010
Channel Islands National Park announces award to
provide year-round boat transportation service
The National Park Service (NPS) announced today a 10-year concession
contract award to Island Packers to provide year-round boat transportation
service from Ventura to Santa Cruz Island, Anacapa Island, Santa Rosa
Island, San Miguel Island, and Santa Barbara Island within Channel Islands
National Park.
Island Packers is a new company that will be formed from the merger of the
current concession, Island Packers Corporation and Superboat Incorporated.
The Island Packers Corporation has held the current concession contract
since 2011. The new contract will begin on January 1, 2024.
“We are pleased to announce that Island Packers will continue to provide
transportation services for park visitors to Channel Islands National Park,”
said Superintendent Ethan McKinley. “Island Packers has provided excellent
service to the public for over 50 years, and we look forward to another decade
of safe and enjoyable visitor access to Channel Islands National Park.”
The new contract will usher in service and sustainability improvements for
Continued on page 2 Island Packers to continue service to the
islands. Photo by Kevon Bailey.
Meet the Ventura County
Leadership Academy Journey
to Leadership 2023 Non-Profit
Leader of the Year
Elena Brokaw earned her bachelor’s degree in art history at Harvard Uni-
versity. She has worked extensively as a cultural consultant for communities
as well as organizations. As a lead consultant for the firm Jerry Allen and
Associates, she completed cultural plans for the cities of Reno, Nevada, Min-
neapolis, Minnesota, and Capitola, California. She has also facilitated public
art planning processes for San Diego, California, Reno, and Minneapolis.
In her professional career, she has served as fundraising and development
director for multiple organizations including the American Film Institute,
was the director of the Parks and Recreation Department in Ventura, Cali-
fornia for over a decade, and currently serves as The Barbara Barnard Smith
Executive Director at the Museum of Ventura County.
Elena has served on many regional boards, including Women’s Economic
Ventures, Ventura County Social Justice Fund, and the Ventura College
Community Foundation. She is a member of the Harvard Selection Committee
Elena Brokaw has devoted her career to creating and is on the faculty of the Cal Lutheran University Center for Nonprofit Lead-
stronger communities. ership, providing instruction in organizational development and leadership.
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As I See It by Sheldon Brown
It’s just a matter if it is or isn’t safe good journalists do bad things.”
in case of an earthquake. The group Tucker Carlson, a huge supporter of
Member, Ventura Chamber of Commerce is also working/collecting funds to the fraud charge wrote, “We are very, very
attempt to have the property deemed a close to being able to ignore Trump most
The Ventura Breeze is your free local community historical landmark. nights. I truly can’t wait. What he’s good
newspaper published every other Wednesday The break-in and theft of $572,020 at is destroying things. He’s the undis-
and circulated throughout Ventura and to many at the Ventura County Fair in August puted world champion of that. He could
locations in Ojai and the Channel Islands Harbor
was done by an insider who worked at easily destroy us if we play it wrong.” In
located in Oxnard.
the fairgrounds for the company that another message sent just before Jan. 6,
P ublisher-Editor processed cash receipts. Alexander 2021, Carlson wrote, “I truly can’t wait. I
Sheldon Brown Piceno, 28, of Baldwin Park, was hate him passionately.”
publisher@venturabreeze.com
employed by the processing company. Readers and viewers (when what they
P ublisher Emeritus It seems stealing this money was just hear or read is what they want to hear)
Staci Brown
too easy. Hopefully, processes have been emphatically believe the stolen election
Assistant to the P ublisher corrected to avoid this in the future. to be the truth. Fox news certainly helped
Ana Baker Patti will be missed by all that knew her.
A 3-year-old girl fatally wounded enrage the protestors who stormed the
I’m so sorry to hear of the recent her 4-year-old sister in an unintentional capital - they might even be as much to
Contributing Writers
passing of the wonderful Patti Channer. shooting in Texas, Harris County Sheriff blame as Trump. At the very least, Fox
Richard Lieberman • Shirley Lorraine
Sheli Ellsworth • Carol Leish She was a great contributor to the arts Ed Gonzalez said. I would certainly hope should be heavily fined by the FCC.
Cindy Summers • Pam Baumgardner and culture of Ventura and a friend. it was unintentional. The sheriff said a Even Senate Minority Leader Mitch
Elizabeth Rodeno • Mira Reverente The Women of Jewelia stated, “With group of family and friends were inside McConnell, R-Ky., and other Senate Re-
Amy Brown • Richard Senate broken hearts we share the sad news that a Houston apartment. At one point, publicans lashed out at Tucker Carlson
Patricia Schallert • Ross Williams Patti Channer has passed away. She was the children were unsupervised in a after he characterized the deadly Jan.
Mary Olson
the driving force behind the movement bedroom because each parent thought 6 attack on the Capitol as “mostly
Contributing P hotogr aphers
Women of Jewelia. She was a connector the other was watching them, he said. peaceful chaos.”
Richard Lieberman • Michael Gordon and communicator beyond description. Gee, maybe a better solution would From Lorraine Ali writing in the
Patricia Schallert • Yana Khiyod Her love and incredible spirit touched have been to lock up their gun(s). LA Times; “Fox News isn’t news and it
everyone she knew.” Normally I would think the parents shouldn’t be treated as such. Let’s call
In Memoriam Breezy Gledhill https://venturabreeze.com/2019/11/20/ should be prosecuted but perhaps losing it what it is: a right -wing variety show
women-of-jewelia-the-sister- their daughter is punishment enough. where ratings trump truth.”
Distribution hood-of-the-traveling-necklace/ Employees at Fox News knew
Mailbox
Mary Thompson • Alfred J. Lewis The Ventura County Christian blaming election fraud for Donald
John Murchison • School will plead its case before a Trump’s 2020 loss were outlandish and
jury as it tries to avoid eviction from false, even as the network continued to
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marissa@venturabreeeze.com has occupied for the last two decades A document reveals that producers, The Ventura Gem & Mineral Society
located at 96 Mac Millan Ave. The executives and stars of the network held its “Diamond Jubilee” Show at the
Web /Online A dvisor trial comes months after the build- knew that the election wasn’t stolen. Fairgrounds over the weekend (2 weeks
Cindy Summers ing’s owner, Ventura Unified School The communications suggest that Fox ago), and it proved to be one of our
District told the school its lease had News focused on fraud claims to boost largest and best, which is saying a lot
Exhibition Coordinator been terminated after the former ratings and appease their conservative since this was our 60th show! My sincere
Jaime Baker
Washington School site had been viewership. thanks to the Ventura Breeze for helping
P rinting deemed an earthquake hazard. The Bill Sammon, Fox News senior to get the word out to our community.
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A rticles and P hotos
editor@venturabreeze.com Joining Davis is the legendary actor with him in 2023.”
The P et Page and raconteur extraordinaire Malcolm Saturday, March 25th, 6:30 p.m. –
scampclub@venturabreeze.com McDowell, winner of Ojai Film Festival’s 8:00 p.m. at 100 E Main Street in Ventura
A dvertising Lifetime Achievement Award. McDow- and via Zoom.
advertising@venturabreeze.com
ell’s impressive career puts him in the Tickets are free for non-members,
Ventura Breeze pantheon of the all-time great Brit- $10 for non-members in person (Zoom:
PO Box 832 ish-born actors from Laurence Olivier to Free for members, $5 for non-members)
Ventura, CA 93002 Michael Caine to Anthony Hopkins.
Phone 805.653.0791 McDowell’s dazzling career has
spanned more than 50 years, where he Channel Islands National Park
C has starred in scores of movies, including Continued from page 1
Stanley Kubrick’s iconic “Clockwork the concession operation. Visitors will
The Ventura Breeze is printed with
Orange,” Lindsay Anderson’s “O Lucky have access to a greater variety of conve-
soy based ink on paper with minimum He is a long-time Ojai resident.
Man!,” “Caligula,” “Bombshell,” “Time nience items for sale onboard the vessels,
Museum of
40% recycled content.
After Time,” and “The Artist.” His vast
television credits include “Entourage,”
including hats, sunscreen, lip balm, water,
and pre-packaged food items, and will
Ventura County the animated series “South Park” and
“Mozart in the Jungle.”
have the option to purchase a pre-made
boxed lunch when purchasing their boat
Learn from presents Ivor Now in its third year with the
Museum of Ventura County, the popular
transportation ticket in advance. Under
the new contract, the concessioner will be
yesterday, live for Davis: Up Close series, Ivor Davis: Up Close and Personal,
is the creation of author, journalist, and
making several environmentally sustain-
able upgrades to vessels, including conver-
today, hope for and Personal investigative reporter Ivor Davis. Over
the last two years, Mr. Davis has given
sion of the fleet to diesel/electric hybrid
transmissions with solar charged batteries.
tomorrow. The with Malcolm the residents of Ventura County a front
row seat in an intimate conversation
More than 20,000 National Park
Service employees care for America’s 424
important thing McDowell with some of our region’s most talented
individuals. He kicks off 2023 returning
national parks and work with communi-
ties across the nation to help preserve local
The Museum of Ventura County to one of his first guests in this series, history and create close-to-home recre-
is not to stop presents Ivor Davis: Up Close and
Personal with Malcolm McDowell. This
Mr. Malcolm McDowell, who he last
interviewed in February 2021.
ational opportunities. Learn more at www.
nps.gov, and on Facebook, Instagram,
questioning. exciting event takes place on Saturday,
March 25th, 2023, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00
“When he first visited us in 2021, we
heard so many wonderfully interesting
Twitter, and YouTube
– Albert p.m. Guests are welcomed both in-person
at the Museum’s Ventura campus at 100
stories from Mr. McDowell about his
50-year film career,” said the Museum’s We encourage you to send your opinions
to opinions@venturabreeze.com. Please
Einstein E Main Street, and virtually via Zoom.
For more information, and to register,
Barbara Barnard Smith Executive
Director Elena Brokaw. “We are sure to limit them to about 300 words
please visit: venturamuseum.org. be entertained once again as we catch up
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time incoming students who attend He loved cooking, camping, fishing, with his cousins including Annette
full-time. The Ventura College Promise music, animals, colorful clothing and Alexander of Santa Barbara, CA. He es-
served as a model for the creation of the had a passion for all things cycling. He pecially leaves behind many dear friends
statewide California College Promise spent much of his time in Ventura, doing who enjoyed his intellectual conver-
Program in 2017. construction work, boat maintenance in sation, larger-than-life presence, loud
“The funds are needed because Ventura harbor and you could often see laughter and generous compassionate
state budget cuts caused a shortfall in him out late at night collecting recycla- huge heart.
Promise funding statewide in 2022,” bles. He enjoyed deep conversation with Veterans’ affairs provided all his end-
says Anne Paul King, executive director friends and strangers alike. of-life services. His ashes were spread at
of the Ventura College Foundation. “The He lived outside for a period and was sea off the coast of Ventura, CA earlier
foundation’s board of directors wants able to get into housing at El Patio in this year.
to be sure the funds will be there for all Ventura the last decade before he passed A party will be held in Geoff’s honor
students who qualify.” at Community Memorial Hospital due at the home of Shayna Metzner & Scott
Since it began at Ventura College in to existing conditions and complica- Hahn on Ventura’s Westside, Saturday
2007, more than $4 million in tuition tions of the flu virus. March 25 @ Noon to 4pm. Reach us on
costs have been covered and close to He leaves behind an estranged older Facebook for more details
20,000 students have been served
through the Ventura College Promise.
“VC Promise removes the financial Geoff lived an adventurous and uncon-
barriers to a quality education that ventional life.
many students face and allows them to
pursue rewarding careers that benefit Geoffrey
Correction William Tudor
In our last issue the phone July 2, 1956 –
number listed was not complete.
The City is seeking vendors December 22,
and sponsors for the 46th Annual
4th of July Street Fair and Push-
em-Pullem Parade. This year’s
2022
Born in Newhall, CA and the third
event is themed “Celebration by
and youngest child of Daniel Hubbard
the Sea” and will run from 10:00
Tudor (of Massachusetts) and Jeanice
a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July
Eddy (of Michigan).
4, 2023, in Ventura’s Downtown On March 12, three events took place at the Olivas Adobe. A birthday
Geoff lived an adventurous and un-
District. celebration for Raymundo (Don) Olivas, photos and meeting with artists
conventional life. He served in the US
For questions and more from the Thousand Oaks Photo Group and a Volunteer Orientation to learn
Coast Guard as a Cadet for a year and
information, contact City of about the many volunteer opportunities at the Olivas.
received a National Defense Service
Ventura Recreation Coordinator Don Raymundo Olivas and his friend Felipe Lorenzana were granted
Medal. He also served in the US Forest
Allyson DesBaillets at adesbail- 4,670 acres of land by Mexican Governor Juan B. Alvarado as compensa-
service helping to fight fires. He helped
lets@cityofventura.ca.gov or tion for their service to the State. Don Raymundo began ranching his land,
take care of his elderly parents for
(805) 654-7749. known as Rancho San Miguel, in 1847.
many years in Washington State and
then moved back to California in the
4 March 8 to March 21, 2023 Ventura BREEZE
A slight drizzle didn’t stop the parade
from entertaining hundreds that lined
Main St. Photos by Breeze staff.
The skies were gray, but nothing Vehicles: Ventura County Model
“A” Ford Club (antique); Southern
Novelty: Ventura Yacht Club.
Walking Entries: Unique Diamonds
could rain on St. Patrick’s Day California Corvairs (classic cars
1950s or later); Ventura County
Competitive Cheerleaders.
Most Irish: John and Sally McNally
Parade fun Corvette Club (special interest auto);
Topa Topa Fly Wheelers (tractors);
with Flags of Ireland.
Environmental: Agromin.
Bunnin Chevrolet of Santa Paula and Restaurants and Pubs: Santa Cruz
With a little luck of the Irish and dance troupes and youth groups. Fillmore (individual vehicle); and J.W. Market.
huge community support, the 2023 The parade grand marshal this Enterprises (fire truck). Government Agencies: United Stated
County Ventura St. Patrick’s Day year was Ventura Elks Lodge No. Commercial/Retail: The Grape Coast Guard.
Parade went off spectacularly. 1430, celebrating its 100th anniver- Ventura “House of Jazz and Spirits” Mayor’s Trophy: Surf Rodeo.
Braving cloudy skies and light sary! A wonderful community orga- featuring the Phoenix Big Band. Best in Parade (Arnold Hubbard
showers, thousands of smiling nization, the Elks Lodge supports Media: Drastic by Design Produc- Perpetual Trophy): Cabrillo Middle
faces showed up on the morning of local programs for veterans, youths tions. School Jazz Band.
Saturday, March 11, to line the parade and many others and has been the
route on Main Street in midtown lead sponsor of the St. Patrick’s Day
Ventura. After the event, the parade Parade since it began in 1984!
planning committee wrote a letter Parade entrants compete for
to express their great gratitude and awards presented by a panel of judges
relief at the strong turnout despite the led this year by St. Patrick’s Day Parade
questionable weather. Committee member James Lockwood.
“The theme was ‘Let’s Celebrate,’ This year’s other judges were Elks
and we did!” committee co-chairs Lodge representative Rhonda Catron;
Nan Drake, Jim Monahan and Brian Dr. Richard Rush, retired president of
Brennan said. California State University Channel
“We were overwhelmed that, Islands; Celina Zacarias, CSUCI’s
despite the threat of rain and a wee director of community and govern-
bit of drizzle, this community event ment relations; and Clint Garman,
roared back in full force with families representing Ventura County Supervi-
sitting under umbrellas to watch one sor Matt LaVere.
of our best parades,” they wrote. “Yes, The following are the winners of
there was a bit of a drizzle, but we the 2023 County Ventura St. Patrick’s
would like to personally and publicly Day Parade:
thank every single person and family Color Guard: Blue Knights CA XVII.
who came out to enjoy truly Irish Bands: Oxnard High School
weather on Main Street in Ventura for Marching Swarm (high school); A Chamber ribbon cutting was held at ECP Studio.
the 2023 County Ventura St. Patrick’s Cabrillo Middle School Jazz Band Dr. Sherri Tenpenny is an osteopathic medical doctor, board certified in
Day Parade. … It was simply sublime.” (junior high school); and Gold Coast osteopathic medicine. She is the founder of Tenpenny Integrative Medical
All rejoiced as the 60-plus parade Pipe Band (adult). Center, a medical clinic located near Cleveland, Ohio.
entries made their way down Main Families: The McGrath Family. After the success of her first clinic, she is now launching Tenpenny Health
from Lincoln to Fir, with spectators Clubs and Organizations: Ventura Restoration Centers, a series of clinics to offer External Counter Pulsation
cheering and basking in the diversity Elks Lodge No. 1430 (adult); (ECP). ECP is an FDA-approved therapy for refractory angina.
of a parade that included everyone Claddagh School of Irish Dancing 1071 S. Seaward 805-557-8877
from elected officials and historic (youth); and Totally Local VC and the Photo by Michael Gordon.
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Ventura BREEZE March 8 to March 21, 2023 5
writing content to support clients’ commu- county agencies, school districts and non- Christmas Without Tears), brings her
nications goals. profits throughout Ventura and Santa one-woman show, IMPACT, to Ventura.
“Dawn has an impressive, well-earned Barbara counties, including the County of The show features soul-stirring original
reputation in Ventura County for her Ventura’s Human Services Agency, the City of songs that deepen the experience of
investigative reporting skills, ability to Ventura, the City of Thousand Oaks, Conejo Engelhardt’s unique story.
develop relationships with people from Valley Unified School District, Rancho Simi After a series of magical “fol-
all backgrounds, and unique storytell- Recreation and Park District, Conejo Recre- low-signs” a bucket-list pilgrimage
ing expertise,” said Mustang Marketing ation and Park District, American Medical unexpectedly turns into an explora-
President Dianne McKay. “We are thrilled Response (Ventura, Santa Barbara and Yolo tion of compassion and the power of
to have her join the Mustang team and counties), Ventura County Credit Union, kindness. This compelling solo tale is
know that her well-rounded skillset will Casa Pacifica, The Collection at Riverpark, told through the lenses of music, multi-
serve our clients well in reaching their the Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of media and memory.
marketing and PR goals.” Commerce, United Way of Santa Barbara “I don’t like most one-person shows
Megli, who — prior to joining Mustang County, New Horizons, Pindler, PSSI and I don’t go for the woowoo stuff.
Mustang Marketing adds award-win-
Marketing — worked as an investigative and Global Services, Warner Pacific, California I mean HELLO, I’m from New Jersey.
ning journalist to its public relations
watchdog reporter for the Ventura County Community Reinvestment Corporation and But in 2019, a series of ‘follow-signs’
team.
Star, and as a senior reporter before that Klein Products Inc., among others. started pointing to a major world event
Ventura County for the Thousand Oaks Acorn, has earned
numerous accolades for her journalism
Ventura County-based Mustang
Marketing is a woman-owned full-service
30 years ago. I followed these prompts to
Lockerbie, Scotland. I expected a somber
marketing firm work including a Golden Quill Award from
the California School Boards Association,
marketing, advertising and communications
company that has served Southern Califor-
solo trip, but found the true meaning of
“community.” IMPACT heads to Edin-
announces the John Swett Award from the California
Teachers Association, 1st and 2nd place
nia businesses since 1986. Mustang offers
strategic planning, branding programs,
burgh’s International Fringe Festival in
August 2023.
Dawn Megli in-depth reporting California Journalism
Awards for her “Surviving Borderline” and
print/electronic ad campaigns, social media
campaigns, corporate identities, and public,
There are two shows this Saturday,
March 25 at 3PM and 7PM. Tickets are
as new “Borderline – One Year Later” features, and
beyond. Her work has appeared in the Wash-
community and government relations. Visit
mustangmktg.com for more information.
$20 and can be bought online at www.
NambaArts.com or at the door the day
communications ington Post, Los Angeles Times and Poynter, of the performance.
specialist
among others. She is also a member of
Moorpark College’s Media Advisory Board.
NAMBA The second play is “Spy for Spy, love,
shuffled”, from multi-award-winning
Mustang Marketing, Ventura
Before entering the journalism field,
Megli obtained her bachelor’s degree in
Performing Arts writer and director Kieron Barry. Funny,
moving and profound, this hilarious
County’s premier full-service marketing
agency, has hired award-winning jour-
English from California Lutheran Universi-
ty, followed by a master’s in journalism from
Space to present and heartrending new play explores
the limits of the body, the weight of the
nalist Dawn Megli to join its public
relations team, the agency announced
the University of Southern California. Her
work experience includes former roles as an
two award soul and the burden of love. Spy for Spy
asks if our lives make more sense in the
on Wednesday, Feb. 15.
In her new role as communications spe-
art director designing multimedia content
and as marketing consultant developing
winning shows wrong order, and if love is enough to fuse
together two radically different spirits.
cialist, Megli will be responsible for working communications and publicity strategies for Written and performed by Sarah and Molly love each other – and
with the director of marketing to implement local city council campaigns. award-winning composer/performer that’s all they have in common. As the
public relations strategies for clients, devel- Mustang Marketing’s client list is Amy Engelhardt (Grammy nominees uptight lawyer and the free-spirited
oping media and county relationships, and comprised of local businesses, city and The Bobs, Harry Shearer & Judith Owen’s Continued on page 15
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consumed over a century and a half ago. rats. The book won the 2004 Newbery
They were divided into two privies. Medal award and has been adapted into
One for men and one for women. As most a film, a video game, and a stage musical.
could not read—they were delineated by Micaela Ellis, teen author, will visit
a hole cut in the door to resemble a sun E.P. Foster Library on Saturday, April 8,
(for men) and a half moon (for women). 11:00 am to noon to present her book,
As the women took better care of their Autism Over The Years and share her per-
units—they tend to survive, giving the spective on life as a child with autism. She
false impression that all privies had a hopes to educate others on the challenges
half moon. that people with autism face and the many
opportunities for growth and learning
The Bookmark that are available to children like her when
About Librairies
they are respected and understood.
The Hill Road Library Book Club
and Friends
will discuss Animal, Vegetable, Miracle
by Barbara Kingsolver on Tuesday,
March 28, 5:00 to 6:00 pm. The April
by Mary Olson
book club selection is Bird Brother:
Ventura County Library is offering A Falconer's Journey and the Healing
a series of family-friendly sustainabili- Power of Wildlife by Rodney Stotts.
ty-themed programs. English/Spanish Hill Road Library also offers a
interpretation services and children’s quarterly Wise Owls Book Club for
activities will be available for all the adults who enjoy reading children’s liter-
Today’s herb garden.
programs at the Piru Library, Saticoy ature. The Spring meeting takes place on
An Olivas Discovery Library, and Soliz Library branches. The
upcoming topic is :
Home Weatherization 101
Tuesday, April 11, 5:00 to 6:00 pm. The
book selection is The Last Cuentista by
Donna Barba Higuera. This middle-grade
by Richard Senate
Thursday, March 30, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm dystopian novel follows Petra Peña who,
When the Herb Garden of the several feet down, he started to come at Soliz Library (2820 Jourdan Street, along with her family and a few hundred
historic Olivas Adobe was restored and up with strange things. They were long, Oxnard) 805 485-4515 others, leaves Earth to continue the human
expanded years ago it was decided that some almost a whitish color, shaped like Thursday, April 6, 5:00 pm-7:00 pm at race after a comet strikes the planet.
a rustic wooden fence be placed around a Baby Ruth candy bar. Piru Library (3811 Center Street, Piru) To join the mailing list for Hill Road
it to protect the plants and set it apart Being trained in archaeology, he 805 521-1753 Library book clubs, please email Linda.
from the rest of the grassy patch on the knew what they were at first glance. Cor- Thursday, May 4, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Cherry@Ventura.org . Visit Hill Road
east lawn. palites! Human droppings. These were at Saticoy Library (1292 Los Angeles Library to pick up the latest book club
John Whyman, the go to it guy the remains left here from the Olivas Family. Avenue, Ventura) 805 671-5148 selections.
rec department used at the time, was This told him that the Olivas Herb These programs are made available The Ventura County Library
hired to dig the post holes for this split Garden grows on the former location of through a Sustainable California Foundation has announced its second
rail fence. It was hot work that summer the Olivas Privy. Libraries Grant from the California Rising from the Ashes home tour to
day and as site manager he checked on Now we know why the plants grow State Library, and in collaboration with take place on Saturday, April 22, 12:00
his labors over the hours it took him to so well. If we had done more chemical the County Executive Office’s Sustain- to 4:00 pm.
scoop out the post holes. In his work, analysts, we might even know what they ability Division. To learn more about the The Thomas Fire of 2017 caused
Sustainable California Libraries grant, devastation, but not defeat. The Ventura
visit their website at www.library.ca.gov/ County Library Foundation invites you
services/to-libraries/sustainable/. to witness the resilience of Ventura as you
E.P. Foster Library is offering tour some of the beautifully rebuilt homes
a new book club – Foster's Young and hear the stories of rebirth.
Reader Book Club will meet on the Proceeds will help fund important literacy
fourth Saturday of each month, from programs, the Mobile Library, broader
1:00 to 2:00 pm, for children ages 9-12 access to the internet and computers
(4th or 5th grade reading level). The to close the digital divide, homework
selection to be discussed at the March 25 tutoring, STEAM initiatives, and much
meeting is The Tale of Despereaux by more.
Kate DiCamillo. Despereaux Tilling is a For more information and to buy
mouse who sets out on a quest to rescue tickets, go to: https://www.vclibraryfoun-
a beautiful human princess from the dation.org/events/
Are you an amature czrtoonist? Send your work to editor@venturabreeze.com.
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portunity to be active and social. You will group to help reduce the risk of develop- Ventura Church of Christ – Wednesdays &
feel like you belong to something and are ing diseases such as high blood pressure, Fridays – April 12 through June 30 – 10:45
with people who enjoy similar interests. diabetes, and heart disease. a.m to 12:15 p.m.
Workout classes help build your confidence Choose foods with little to no added Classes, which are free, are designed for
and self-esteem, create a positive attitude, sugar, saturated fats, and sodium. individuals 60 and up. Please click on the
and keep you motivated. As I say to my To get enough protein throughout PDF for additional information, or visit
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You will want to find a class that in- seafood, dairy, or fortified soy products call the VCAAA at (805) 477-7300, option
“Hello, this is Charlie from Social corporates the three essential components along with beans, peas, and lentils to your 6, or email Fall.Prevention.Program@
Security” of total fitness -- stretching, strengthening meals. ventura.org. For the Tai Chi class being
and aerobics. However, you don’t need to Learn more about protein and other hosted by HELP of Ojai, call (805)
Social Security wait for a class to get started! Here are some
sample exercises for each component:
important nutrients.
Add sliced or chopped fruits and
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scams Stretching: Warm-up and cool down
exercises help reduce muscle soreness and
vegetables to meals and snacks. Look for
pre-cut varieties if slicing and chopping are
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We give you the tools to recognize lessen your risk of injury. A simple way to a challenge for you. those 60 and older who are inactive with
Social Security-related scams and stop get started is to begin by either standing or Try foods fortified with vitamin B12, poor balance, who have fallen, and who
scammers from stealing your money and sitting in a chair and bending your waist such as some cereals, or talk to your doctor may have developed a fear of falling. Partic-
personal information. Share scam informa- side to side along with moving your arms about taking a B12 supplement. Learn ipants should expect to begin an easy-to-do
tion with your loved ones. Slam the Scam! side to side. Do this for 1 to 2 minutes. more about key vitamins and minerals. regimen to improve balance, strength, flex-
Recognize the four basic signs of a scam: Strengthening: There are many simple Reduce sodium intake by seasoning foods ibility and self-confidence. This class is held
Scammers pretend to be from a exercises that can help you build muscle with herbs and citrus such as lemon juice. once a week for eight weeks and includes
familiar organization or agency, like the mass and firm and tone your body. One of Drink plenty of water throughout chair-based exercises.
Social Security Administration. They may the easiest exercises is simple bicep curls. the day to help stay hydrated and aid in Stepping On is designed for individ-
email attachments with official-looking Use light dumbbells or fill up two water the digestion of food and absorption of uals who have fallen or who are fearful
logos, seals, signatures, or pictures of bottles and hold one in each hand. While nutrients. Avoid sugary drinks. of falling. Participants have access to a
employee credentials. standing or seated, extend both arms along It can be hard for some people to follow physical therapist who teaches strength
Scammers mention a problem or a your side with a slight bend in your elbow, through on smart food choices. and balance exercises, a vision expert, a
prize. They may say your Social Security keeping your wrists straight and your palms Answering the question “what should public safety expert, and a pharmacist
number was involved in a crime or ask facing toward you. Keeping your arms at I eat?” doesn’t need to leave you feeling who will discuss fall risks associated with
for personal information to process a your sides, slowly curly the weights up and baffled and frustrated. In fact, when you certain medications.
benefit increase. exhale as you bring them up. Then inhale have the right information and motivation, Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance is
Scammers pressure you to act immedi- as you slower lower the weights back down. you can feel good about making healthy an exercise program developed especially
ately. They may threaten you with arrest or That is considered one rep. Try to complete choices. Use these tips to plan healthy and for older adults using modified practices
legal action. 8-12 reps, rest for 1 minutes and then do a delicious meals: designed to improve and strengthen
Scammers tell you to pay using a gift second set. Plan in advance. Meal planning takes balance and mobility. Classes are intended
card, prepaid debit card, cryptocurrency, Aerobic: This refers to any type of the guesswork out of eating and can help for beginners. Canes and walkers are
wire or money transfer, or by mailing cash. exercise that utilizes your heart and lungs. ensure you eat a variety of nutritious foods welcome. This class is proven to reduce falls
They may also tell you to transfer your Walking is the most basic example of this. throughout the day. by 55 percent.
money to a “safe” account. If you’re just getting started, concentrate Find budget-friendly foods. Create a Individuals concerned about falls
Ignore scammers and report criminal on walking for a few minutes, gradually shopping list in advance to help stick to a or those who have recently experienced
behavior. Report Social Security-related increasing your distance and speed as you budget and follow these SNAP-friendly a fall, as well as those who are interested
scams to the SSA Office of the Inspector grow stronger. Other forms of aerobic recipes. in improving balance, flexibility, and
General (OIG). exercise include hiking, dancing, jogging, Consider preparation time. Some meals strength, are encouraged to participate.
Visit www.ssa.gov/scam for more infor- jumping jacks, and marching. Don’t be can be made in as little as five minutes. If Nationally recognized research shows
mation and follow SSA OIG on Facebook, afraid to mix it up! you love cooking, or if you’re preparing a that one in four adults over the age of 65,
Twitter, and LinkedIn to stay up to date on Keep in mind that the best exercise meal with or for friends or family, you may and half of the population over the age
the latest scam tactics. Repost #SlamtheS- is the one you enjoy most! Be healthy want to try something a little more chal- of 75, fall each year. One out of every five
cam information on social media to keep and happy and always remember - age is lenging. falls results in a serious injury, and about
your friends and family safe. just a number! Keep calories in mind. The number three million older people are treated at
With your free and secure my Social Leslie Sokol is the creator and founder of calories people need each day varies by emergency departments for fall injuries
Security account, you can receive personal of the adult dance and fitness program individual. Always discuss your weight and each year. Approximately 32,000 older
estimates of future benefits based on your For the Young at Heart. She also teaches in fitness goals with your health care provider adults die each year as a result of falls.
real earnings, see your latest Social Security retirement communities throughout Santa before making big changes. Read about The Ventura County Area Agency on
Statement, and review your earnings Barbara and Ventura Counties. calorie goals and healthy food swaps. Aging, an agency of the County of Ventura,
history. It even makes it easy to request a re- For more information contact is charged with the responsibility of
placement Social Security Card, check the Leslie at Dancekidsfun@gmail.com promoting, developing, and implementing
status of an application online, and much
more, from anywhere!
805-312-8089 or visit the website: www.
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VCAAA fall a comprehensive coordinated system of care
that enables older individuals, children and
Editor: I received an email that looked
exactly as if it was from social security
(logo, etc.). Informing me that I needed
prevention adults with disabilities, and their caregivers
to live in a community-based setting. The
VCAAA advocates for the needs of those
to up-date information. I recognized it
as a scam so didn’t open it or respond. Be
programs 60 years and older in the county, providing
leadership and promoting citizen involve-
very careful. The Ventura County Area Agency on ment in the planning process as well as in
Sheldon Aging and the Ventura County Elderly Fall the delivery of services.
Prevention Coalition’s award-winning Fall
Spring Has Prevention Program has a new set of classes
beginning soon around the county. Four types of excercise
Sprung, Let’s “Are you sure this doesn’t have many
Oxnard
Stepping On – Oxnard Performing Arts
Continued from page 7
tance training.”
Make Your calories?”
Center – Tuesdays – March 21 through May
2 – 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Some people choose to use weights
to help improve their strength. If you
Workouts Fun! Healthy Meal Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance
– Oxnard Performing Arts Center –
do, start by using light weights at first,
then gradually add more. Other people
by Leslie Sokol Planning: Tips Tuesdays & Thursdays – April 11 through
June 29 – 9 a.m to 10:30 a.m. OR 10:45
use resistance bands, stretchy elastic
bands that come in varying strengths.
No matter your age, it’s never too late
to start an exercise program. As we age, our
for Older Adults a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Ventura
If you are a beginner, try exercising
without the band or use a light band
muscle function can decline, our energy Eating healthfully and having an Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance – County until you are comfortable. Add a band
can decrease, and our attention span can active lifestyle can support healthy aging. of Ventura California Room – Wednesdays or move on to a stronger band (or more
become limited. The best way to counteract Simple adjustments can go a long & Fridays – April 12 through June 30 – 9 a.m weight) when you can do two sets of
these things and build up your confidence way toward building a healthier eating to 10:30 a.m. OR 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. 10 to 15 repetitions easily. Try to do
and enthusiasm is to be active both physi- pattern. Follow these tips to get the most Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance strength exercises for all of your major
cally and mentally. out of foods and beverages while meeting – Community Presbyterian Church – muscle groups at least 2 days per week,
Want a healthy and fun way to do that? your nutrient needs and reducing the risk Wednesdays & Fridays – April 12 through but don’t exercise the same muscle
Join a group dance or fitness class. It’s fun of disease: June 30 – 10 a.m to 11:30 a.m. group on any 2 days in a row.
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Ventura events
and Newcomer’s speaker is Marsha
McHenry Carol moved to Ventura
from Dana Point five years ago. She
Ojai news and entation that dramatically explores
the nature of prejudice through the
interconnected lives of three unique
by Ana Baker
The Ventura Senior Men’s Group
has a degree in Communications from
Cal State, Fullerton, and is a freelance
events characters from different backgrounds
who cross paths during the darkest
continues to meet for a social lunch and journalist, writing for many of Cali- “Elemental,” An art exhibit days of the Holocaust.
program at the Poinsettia Pavilion in fornia’s lifestyle magazines. She splits featuring the work of six talented The Beatrice Wood Center for
Ventura on the first and third Tuesday her time between Laguna and Ventura. Ojai artists will run from April 2nd to the Arts is pleased to present a
of each month. Men of all descriptions She bought Charles of Laguna, Charles April 30th with an opening reception performance and release party
are always welcome to sample our she- Wigs, in 2010 when the business was 45 Sunday, April 16th, from 3:00 – 5:00 for Ojai residents Alyse Korn and
nanigans. Lyle Hotzler at 805-341-9820 years old. She recently opened a private p.m. at The Ojai Art Center. Robert Kyle’s new CD Tuesday’s
Do you want a Play Bridge? Join room, a wig boutique in Salon Pancho The “Elemental” art show promises Child on Sunday, March 26th at 5
us for ACBL-sanctioned duplicate off Harbor Bl in Ventura. Wednesday to be a must-see exhibition for art pm. They will be joined by musicians
bridge games. Every Tuesday, 9:30-11:15 a.m. at Ventura Yacht Club, lovers and nature enthusiasts alike. In Kevin Winard and Ahmet Turkmeno-
Wednesday, and Thursday at 12:30 p.m. 1755 Spinnaker Dr. addition, a Patio Pop-Up Show of recent glu.
All levels of play, and we will guarantee April 8: Saturday 8 - 2 p.m., our work will be featured Sat. & Sun., April The Beatrice Wood Center for the
to have a partner for you if you need one. monthly plant and collectibles sale 15th & 16th, from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 Arts is located at 8585 Ojai-Santa
Lessons are available. Contact: Richard continues on the grounds at the p.m. The exhibit and pop-up show will Paula Road in Upper Ojai.
805-850-8011 or Rose 805-659-9223 Dudley House. Bromeliads, orchids, feature a wide range of artwork for sale. Tickets are $25 and can be
or buckleyrose357@gmail.com. All and succulents will be on sale, along For more information about the purchased at https://www.beatrice-
Welcome. with various collectibles. Vendors, “Elemental” art show or to schedule wood.com/a lyse_korn _robert_kyle.
March 31-April 2: This hilarious and please call Charlie at 805-746-4317 for an interview with any of the featured html or by calling the Center at 805-
heartrending new play comes from details. The museum is at the corner of artists, please contact Helen Solomon, 646-3381
a multi-award-winning writer and Loma Vista and Ashwood Streets (197 (805) 317-1504. Topa Topa Brewing Co.’s head-
director, Kieron Barry, just four N. Ashwood). Free. The Ojai Art Center is proud to quarters in Ventura, is hosting a
performances before its London April 12: The Ondulando Firewise announce that local artist Rick Sharp’s dance party, “Bash for the Birds”
premiere. “Spy for Spy, love, Community will hold its first com- vintage artwork will be featured as the on Friday, March 31 from 7 to 11
shuffled” at NAMBA Performing munity-wide meeting from 6 - 7 p.m. official image for this year’s 46th Annual pm to benefit Ojai Raptor Center
Arts Space, 47 S Oak St. Spy for Spy at the Church of the Foothills, 6279 Art in the Park fine art event. (ORC).
asks if our lives make more sense in Foothill Road. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Art in the Park is an annual event The event will be held in the
the wrong order and if love is enough All residents of Ondulando are invited that celebrates the beauty of fine Sagebrush Garden of Topa Topa
to fuse two radically different spirits. to come and learn about the benefits of art and nature. This year’s event will Brewing Co.’s 4880 Colt Street location.
Spy for Spy is a romantic comedy with a Firewise Community: How to harden take place on Memorial Weekend Advance tickets are $10 at https://
a difference; a drama performed like a your home against wildfires, how our (Saturday and Sunday, May 27th d onor b ox . or g /e ve nt s /4158 9 6 .
playlist with scenes shuff led in random neighborhood can be more fire resilient, and 28th) from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 Tickets at the door will be $15. 21
order. Funny, moving, and profound, and how the cost of home insurance p.m. in Libbey Park (downtown Ojai) over and only.
Spy for Spy explores the limits of the can be reduced for Firewise Commu- and will feature a wide variety of art 100% of ticket sales benefit ORC.
body, the weight of the soul, and the nities. Our local Ventura Regional exhibits. The event is free, open to the
burden of love. Tickets are $30/$25 for
students and seniors and can be bought
Fire Safe Council has been helping us
start our Firewise Community using
public, and is a great way to spend a day
enjoying the outdoors while supporting
Ventura Seaside
online at www.NambaArts.com or at
the door on the performance day.
the FIREWISE USA framework. “The
Firewise USA program encourages local
local artists.
Exhibitor applications are being
Basketball
April 1: Sespe Fly Fishers of Ventura
will be conducting our monthly
solutions for safety by involving home-
owners in taking individual responsi-
accepted through the end of March. For
more information about Art in the Park,
Tournament
“First Saturday” introductory Fly
Rod Casting and Intro to Fly Fishing
bility for preparing their homes for the
risk of wildfire. The program provides
please visit www.ojaiartcenter.org.
It is our utmost goal to provide
returns for 2023
clinic. is on. There is no charge and all
are welcome. Whether you are an experi-
resources to help homeowners learn
how to adapt to living with wildfire and
this programming for low or no cost,
to students- public, private, and home-
season
enced f ly fisher or a complete novice we encourages neighbors to work together schooled” says Kara Lakes, Executive The East Ventura Optimist Club
want to help you improve your casting to act now to prevent losses.” (VRFSC, Director, about the mission of Perfor- is happy to announce the return of the
and learn to enjoy this great sport. If Feb 2023). For more information, search mances To Grow On and The Ojai Story- Ventura Seaside Basketball Tournament.
you don’t yet have a f ly rod, don’t worry, Firewise USA. telling Festival. When representatives of After a 3-year hiatus, the club is excited
just come and use one of ours. Chumash April 15: Step Up Ventura, a 501(c) the Ventura County non-profit reached to welcome teams back for an exciting
Park, Petit and Waco, 9:00 to 11:00 am. (3) organization that provides out to local public schools to offer new year. Teams from Ventura County
Also coming Up in April - Special Clinic academic, social, emotional, and The Mitzvah Project, an acclaimed 75- and beyond are invited to come out and
- “Casting on the River!” Sespe Fly behavioral skills to children expe- minute, three-part Holocaust/social be a part of this weekend long tourna-
Fishers in collaboration with the Ojai riencing homelessness under the justice-themed educational program, for ment. The tournament will feature a
Valley Land Conservancy is planning age of 5, is hosting a Local Youth free, the lack of interest was surprising. four-game guarantee for all teams.
to set up a special casting clinic at the Artist Showcase on Saturday from Only Nordhoff High School, in PTGO’s All proceeds from the tournament
Ventura Steelhead Preserve in April to 7-9 p.m. at Bell Arts Factory, 432 home city of Ojai, accepted the free edu- benefit kids in our local community
take advantage of the current Ventura N. Ventura Ave. Our Inspire to Aspire cational programming. through the East Ventura Optimist
River Flows. event will feature the talent of local The Mitzvah Project, PTGO decided Club’s various programs. Games will be
Ventura Steelhead Preserve VUSD students through choral and to open up their community shows played April 22 and 23 in various gyms
9458 Santa Ana Rd, Ventura jazz music, crafted desserts by Ventura to reach as many students, teachers around Ventura. For many teams, the
Date: To be determined High School culinary students, and a and administrators as possible. Both regular season is coming to an end, but
For more information: Casting silent auction. For more information, community performances, March 18th the excitement does not have to stop just
Program Coordinator Thomas Hall please visit our website to purchase at the Ventura Center For Spiritual yet. Visit our tournament website for
thomasfoleyhall@gmail.com tickets or to become a sponsor at www. Living and March 19th at the Jewish more information and to register your
(805) 377-5249 www.sespef lyfishers.org stepupventura.org Community Of Ojai, will be free to ages team today. Basketball Clubs wanting
April 2: Open house tours of the 1892 April 28: Group: Channel Islands 14 through college, administrators, and to sign-up multiple teams will receive
Dudley Historic House Museum will PC User Group (CIPCUG) Discus- teachers. a $25 discount per team. (VSBB23
take place on Sunday from 1- 4 p.m. sion, Tutorial, and Q&A sessions To reserve your free tickets go to- - Coupon Code). Register today as
Admission is free. The museum is at centered around Computers, email, https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/ojais- space is limited. For more informa-
the corner of Loma Vista and Ashwood the Internet, and social media toryfest/6604/event/1314168 tion contact Tournament Director
Streets (197 N. Ashwood). For informa- brokers such as Facebook, LinkedIn, The Mitzvah Project is a moving and Eric Burton at eburton570 @gmail.
tion, please call (805) 642-3345 or visit Google, and Yahoo. Online and live immensely important three part pres- com or (805) 701-8122.
the website at dudleyhouse.org. at our temporary location Ventura
April 2: Old-Time Country Bluegrass County Computers, 2175 Goodyear
Gospel Music Assoc. Sunday 2-4 Avenue, Unit 117. Events begin on Friday
p.m. At the Poinsettia Pavilion, 3451 at 9:30 a.m. All CIPCUG events may be
Foothill Rd. Live Music on stage. attended online. Due to limited space,
Jamming in the Canada Room. Free live attendance is reserved for members.
Admission. Free Parking. Open to Details for connecting to online events
the Public. Current Ventura County are emailed before the event. To receive
Covid regulations will apply. For more connection instructions, please sign up
information, call 805-517-1131 or visit on our website at: cipcug club website.
April 4: Beach Cities Neighbors (805) 289-3960.
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