Jul 6, 2022 | Camarillo, Channel Islands, Fillmore, Happenings, Moorpark, Nancy D. Lackey Shaffer, Newbury Park, Ojai, Oxnard, Piru, Port Hueneme, Santa Paula, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Ventura, Ventura County, Westlake Village | 0 |
PICTURED: 2022 CHANNEL ISLANDS HARBOR FINE ARTS FESTIVAL | Saturday, July 9, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. More than 40 artists will display original artwork in all mediums of fine art and fine crafts. The artwork being presented will include clay, glass, jewelry, mixed media, paintings, photography, metal and sculpture. All of the artwork is available for purchase. Admission and parking are free. For more information call 818-813-4478, visit WestCoastArtists.com , or email info@westcoastartists.com . 2800 Harbor Blvd., Oxnard.
Happenings includes community events, meetings, classes, community resources and needs and Arts Listings. To submit an item for inclusion email to: happenings@vcreporter.com.
JACKBOX PARTY GAMES FOR TEENS | 1-3 p.m. Bring your own device and play Jackbox Party Games with other teens in the Young Adult Center. YA Library at the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org .
CONCERTS IN THE PARK | 7 p.m. The Camarillo Community Band will offer free evening concerts every Thursday in July at Constitution Park. Presented by the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District. Corner of Carmen Drive and Paseo Camarillo, For more information, see the band’s website, www.camarillocommunityband.com .
COMMUNITY CULTURE COOKBOOK | All day. Throughout June community members shared recipes from their heritage. Those recipes have been compiled into a booklet that can be picked up at the Adult Reference Desk starting on Friday, July 8. Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org .
PALACES, TOMBS AND MOSQUES: THE MAGNIFICENT ARCHITECTURE OF MUGHAL INDIA | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Part of the Fifty and Better Summer Lecture Series. The Mughal Dynasty, which ruled much of what is today India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan from the 16th to 18th centuries, was one of the most fabled in world history. Much of that reputation was derived from the iconic buildings the dynasty erected. Explore the architecture and its meaning with CLU Emeritus Professor Dr. Paul Hanson. $10, or bundle all July lectures for $54, or bundle the whole summer series for $140. www.callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/fifty-better/lecture-series.html .
PICKLEBALL BASICS | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Dink, drop, volley, slam! Have you been curious about pickleball? Instructor Mark Borton will be discussing the basics of pickleball and sharing his love of the game. Get an understanding of pickleball, and then hit the courts with confidence for this popular game! Community Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org .
DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS FOR TEENS | 3-5 p.m. All skill levels are invited to jump into a campaign of Dungeons and Dragons. The campaign is led by teens for teens. YA Library of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org .
MEDITATE AND CREATE: MAKING MANDALAS | July 9-10. Through this workshop, participants will be guided through meditation, writing and art techniques that allow them to discover their own symbols. They will use these symbols and a combination of drawing and painting to create beautiful and meaningful mandalas imbued with intentions, mindfulness, and meaning. Meditation, expressive arts and fundamental yoga practices are combined to explore creativity and cultivate mindful relaxation. No experience necessary. Tea, snacks, lunch and materials provided. Bring a yoga mat for Saturday’s workshop. Sessions on Saturday, July 9, 6-8:30 p.m. and Sunday, July 10, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $160. Vita Art Center, 28 W. Main St., Ventura, 805-644-9214, www.vitaartcenter.com.
POWERED BY CONNECTION: AT THE TABLE WITH GINGER | 7 p.m. Come hear human connection expert Ginger Johnson discussing connection, how it binds us and can unite us, how it can open new doors and new opportunities. Connection has the power to strengthen your team, build trust, and develop relationships. Embrace the power of connection by giving someone a seat At The Table. If you rely on customers, patrons, or donors – experience how Connection can improve your growth. If you need to engage your team or strengthen your relationship with your people (staff, employees, managers) this is an evening you will not want to miss. $25-35. Scherr Forum Theatre, Bank of America Performing Arts Center, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, 805-449-2787, bapacthousandoaks.com .
MOVIES IN THE PARK: ENCANTO | 6 p.m. This free community event is open to the public and people of all ages. Bring blankets, low-folding chairs and a picnic. Festivities kick off at 6 p.m. with local music courtesy of Music Freqs, food trucks and a variety of fun family games on the lawn. Movie starts at 8:15 p.m. For any questions about this event, contact Briana Ramos, Recreation Specialist at 805-482-1996 x116 or bramos@pvrpd.org . Community Center Park, 1605 E. Burnley St., Camarillo, www.pvrpd.org/2022-07-08-movies-in-the-park-encanto .
BUILDING LIVING SOIL WITH BIOCHAR | 10-11:30 a.m. Join Michael Wittman from Blue Sky Soil as he talks about creating and maintaining living soil, a regenerative soil that gets better over time. He will discuss BioChar and how to use it, the maintenance of a living soil, and why foliar application can be important for your garden. $15. Ventura Botanical Gardens, 567 Poli St., Ventura, 805-232-3113 x2, venturabotanicalgardens.com .
911 EMERGENCIES IN THE 805 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (D-Thousand Oaks) and the city of Thousand Oaks will be co-hosting an event highlighting some of the local emergencies and challenges with respect to water, wildfires, medical issues and landscape sustainability. This free event is open to the public and will provide valuable information to people of all ages. Two presentations will be conducted in Scherr Forum. The first will be hosted by Irwin; the second will feature Ventura County Master Gardeners who will discuss options for drought tolerant landscaping. Bank of America Performing Arts Center, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks. More information at a44.asmdc.org .
PET ADOPTION DAY | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Adopt a furry friend and change your life. Sponsored by Gelson’s in partnership with Ventura County Humane Society and hosted by Paw Works, 180 W. Hillcrest Dr. #9, Thousand Oaks, www.pawworks.org .
MURAL BLESSING CEREMONY | 11 a.m. Chumash Elder Alan Salazar will be conducting a traditional Chumash blessing ceremony at the site of a soon-to-be-created mural by Xico-indio visual artist Joe Galarza. The mural is the result of a collaboration between the Indian Education Consortium, Ventura County Arts Council, Galarza, Salazar and the Channel Islands Maritime Museum, and will celebrate the Chumash as a maritime people. CIMM, 3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard, 805-984-6260, www.cimmvc.org .
BANK OF BOOKS VENTURA BOOK SIGNINGS | 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Brien Friedman, Filament City. Bank of Books, 748 E. Main St., Ventura, www.bankofbooks.com .
TEQUILA AND TACO MUSIC FESTIVAL | 1-9 p.m.; also on Sunday. Tequila, margaritas, craft beer, gourmet street tacos and live music featuring Sugar Ray, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, SambaDa and more! All ticket holders will have access to food vendors, craft beer, margarita booths, shopping and live music. Tickets start at $50; parking $20-$40. Surfer’s Point Live at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura, www.tequilaandtacomusicfestival.com .
TEEN ADVISORY BOARD | 2-4 p.m. An engaging leadership group that develops programs and services and is a fun way to earn service hours. Meetings are held every second and fourth Saturday of the month at 2 p.m. Contact Young Adult Librarian Susan Gardner at sgardner@camarillolibrary.org if you are interested in joining. Conference Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org .
MIRIAM AND HENRY SCHWAB ACADEMY OF MUSIC PERFORMANCE | 7:30 p.m. The summer academy’s orchestra will perform in the Helen Yunker Auditorium at the Ventura College Performing Arts Center, 4700 Loma Vista Road, Ventura, www.venturacollege.edu/departments/academic/music/schwab-academy-of-music .
MUSIC UNDER THE STARS | 7:30 p.m. Music Under the Stars returns to the Olivas Adobe Historical Park this summer with eight outdoor concerts! The British Beat, also known as the Legends of British Rock Royalty (1964-1984), takes you from the British invasion years to the New Wave 80s. Performing the most recognizable hits from the biggest bands to have come out of England. All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. and end at 9:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Attendees are welcome to bring their own picnic dinners. There will be a full beverage service and snacks available for purchase on site. No outside alcohol, additional chairs or tables allowed. If you would like to host a larger group, please contact Recreation Coordinator Gina Reyes at 805-658-4728. $20-30. Olivas Adobe Historical Park, 4200 Olivas Park Drive, Ventura, https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/1738/Music-Under-the-Stars .
SECOND SUNDAY ART MARKET AT POPPIES | Sunday, July 10, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Artists, crafters, jewelers and potters will sell their original creations at this outdoor art market that takes place the second Sunday of every month. Come inside to see even more items from over 45 local makers. Poppies Art and Gifts,323 E. Matilija St., Ojai, 805-798-0033, poppiesartandgifts.indiemade.com. Pictured: Necklace by Ann Brockway.
THE ART OF INSPIRED LIVING | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Join Rev. Karen S. Wylie at the Ojai Retreat for a devotional gathering about what it means to live an “inspired” life. How can you better express the fullness of who you are? Rev. Karen will lead conversation, insights, prayer, and meditation. People of all faiths and traditions, or no tradition, are welcome to attend. $20 suggested donation. The Ojai Retreat, 160 Besant Road, Ojai. For more information, contact Rev. Karen at 310-968-8928, or register online at www.karenswylie.com .
TEQUILA AND TACO MUSIC FESTIVAL | 12-6 p.m.; also on Saturday. Tequila, margaritas, craft beer, gourmet street tacos and live music featuring Sugar Ray, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, SambaDa and more! All ticket holders will have access to food vendors, craft beer, margarita booths, shopping and live music. Tickets start at $50; parking $20-$40. Surfer’s Point Live at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura, www.tequilaandtacomusicfestival.com .
PARASITISM AND ANIMAL BEHAVIOR | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Part of the Fifty and Better Summer Lecture Series. Learn about the effect of parasites on humans, insects and other animals’ behaviors with Dr. Paloma Vargas. $10, or bundle all July lectures for $54, or bundle the whole summer series for $140. www.callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/fifty-better/lecture-series.html .
HAPPENING | 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. When a young student living in 1963 France discovers she is pregnant, she resolves to do whatever she must to preserve her promising future . . . even at great risk. Runtime: 1 hour, 40 minutes. Rated R. In French with English subtitles. $8 seniors, $11.25 general admission. Plaza Cinemas 14, 255 West Fifth St., Oxnard, www.oxnardfilmsociety.org .
SUMMER TEEN CRAFTS | 2-3 p.m. Never experienced going away to camp? Now is your chance to create camp-themed crafts. Today we will be making LED lanterns. Materials included. YA Library at the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org .
DEPRESSION AND BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE MEETING | 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.
TWILIGHT GATHERING WITH UNIVERSALIST UNITARIAN | 7 p.m. Rev. Maddie Sifantus announces the monthly Gathering with Sound, Silence and Word in person at Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula. Gathering is a reflective time in our busy weeks to hear some beautiful music, share some silence and hear spoken word on a theme. Original poetry by Atul Ranchod. The music will be provided by Christine Snipes Mazor on violin, Geno Palilla on piano and Maddie Sifantus, soprano. Gatherings are now “hybrid” with folks invited to the Sanctuary of the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula, masks optional. Gathering also continues on Zoom and is exported live to the congregation’s Facebook page, www.facebook.com/uucsp . 740 E. Main St., Santa Paula, 805-525-4647, www.uucsp.org .
MERRILL CHANDLER: HOW TO INCREASE AND UTILIZE YOUR CREDIT PROFILE FOR FUNDABILITY | 6:30-9:30 p.m. Ventura County Real Estate Investors Association welcomes special guest speaker Merrill Chandler, founder of “Credit Sense,” who will discuss fundability, optimizing your credit score, utilizing automated bank underwriting systems and more. Free; registration required. River Ridge Country Club, 2401 Vineyard Ave., Oxnard, vcrealestateinvestors.com .
BOARD GAME HANG | 1-3 p.m. Play a wide array of board games every Wednesday in the Young Adult Center. YA Library at the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org .
CLEAN YOUR GENERAL RECORD | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. A free legal clinic for U.S. citizens who are eligible to clean their criminal record. Volunteer attorneys will analyze individual criminal records and prepare expungement paperwork for free. Appointments preferred; walk-ins welcome. Interpreters available. Elizabeth R. Topping Room, E.P. Foster Library, 651 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-483-8083, reentry@crla.org .
LIMPIE SUS ANTECEDENTES PENALES | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Una clínica jurídica gratuita para ciudadanos de los Estados Unidos que son elegibles para limpiar sus antecedentes penales. Durante la clínica, abogados voluntarios analizarán los antecedentes penales individuales y prepararán los formularios para eliminación de antecedentes penales de forma gratuita. Es preferible programar una cita, pero las visitas sin cita son bienvenidas. Elizabeth R. Topping Room, E.P. Foster Library, 651 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-483-8083, reentry@crla.org .
JACKBOX PARTY GAMES FOR TEENS | 1-3 p.m. Bring your own device and play Jackbox Party Games with other teens in the Young Adult Center. YA Library at the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org .
VENTURA COUNTY PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S NETWORK DINNER | 5:30-8 p.m. The VCPWN hosts a dinner meeting with Sheila Lowe, a novelist and court-appointed handwriting expert with over 50 years of experience in the field of graphology. She’ll present “What Makes You Tick? What your handwriting says about you.” Bring a door prize for extra exposure! $35-45. La Dolce Vita/1901 Restaurant, Heritage Square, 740 S. B St., Oxnard. Register at www.vcpwn.org .
OLD BONEY MOUNTAIN HOT SUMMER NIGHT FESTIVAL | 5:30-9 p.m. Back in person for the first time since 2019! Featuring over 100 small-batch hot sauce companies and unlimited craft beer, wine, spirits, hot sauce and food tasting. Live music from Wais. For a list of participating hot sauces, wineries, breweries, craft spirit makers, restaurants and caterers, and to purchase event tickets, go to www.oldboneymtnhotsummernight.com . For more information call 805-807-2600 or email jeff@oldboneymountain.org . The Gardens at Los Robles Golf Course, 299 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks.
CONCERTS IN THE PARK | 7 p.m. The Camarillo Community Band will offer free evening concerts every Thursday in July at Constitution Park. Presented by the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District. Corner of Carmen Drive and Paseo Camarillo, For more information, see the band’s website, www.camarillocommunityband.com .
TEEN SCARY STORY CONTEST | Through July 30. This summer, teens are invited to be creative and submit their scary stories for a chance to win a prize. Library staff will read and review each submission. Entries should be submitted no later than July 30. Winners will be announced at our Scary Story circle on Saturday, August 6. For more information, visit camarillolibrary.org .
There’s still time to catch works by Ivon Hitchens at Canvas and Paper in Ojai. The exhibit continues through July 17. Pictured: “Conservatory,” ca. 1952, oil on canvas, 20” x 33”. © 2022 artists rights society (ars), New York / DACS, London
COMMUNITY CULTURE COOKBOOK | Throughout June community members shared recipes from their heritage. Those recipes have been compiled into a booklet that can be picked up at the Adult Reference Desk starting on Friday, July 8. Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org .
SUNSET YOGA AND SOUND MEDITATION | Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m., through July 28. 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. For exact dates and times, visit meditationmount.org/events .
SOUND MEDITATION | Through July 31. Morning and sunset sound meditation sessions will take place weekly in person at the Viewpoint at Meditation Mount. Sunday morning sessions 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with Suburbanoid. Friday evening sessions 6:15-8:15 p.m. with Trinity of Sound. $25; registration is required. For exact dates and times, visit meditationmount.org/events .
PIRATE SHIP AT VENTURA HARBOR | Through Sept. 5. A stunning 1768 pirate ship replica, The Devil’s Gauntlet, has sailed to town and has plans to temporarily call Ventura Harbor Village home for a good portion of the summer! Visitors can see the beautiful ship docked at “D Dock” (located on the water nearest Coastal Cone Ice Cream). The captain hopes to get dockside tours up and running soon, but for now you can admire the boat from the public promenade above the ship. As the ship may come and go for trips to nearby ports, sightings cannot be guaranteed. But for more information, including notification of upcoming tours, visit www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/pirate-ship-visit/2022-06-26/ .
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.
KIDS CLUB AT THE COLLECTION | Select Wednesdays, Through Aug. 3, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Throughout the summer, The Collection at Riverpark will be offering a series of Kids Club events. Full of kid-friendly fun, these events will be free and open to all the community’s youngsters and their families. The Kids Clubs will be held July 13, July 20 and Aug. 3, 10:30 a.m. to noon, on the grass at Collection Park. Each club will have a separate theme, and will include story time, singalongs, arts and crafts and more. 2751 Park View Court, Oxnard, www.thecollectionrp.com .
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/south-oxnard-branch-library/ .
Some classes, exhibits and events are available exclusively online. All events are subject to change and cancellation; always verify with venue and/or organizer.
25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE July 8-17. Six tweens, a plethora of wild words, tales of woe and one nail-biter of a spelling championship – that’s how you spell HILARIOUS in this production by Conejo Players Theatre! Rated PG-13 for language. $18-20/ 351 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, 805-495-3715, conejoplayers.org .
DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR. July 13-15. A production by the Hillcrest Players Summer Theatre Camp, ages 6-11. Bookish Belle finds herself in an enchanted castle ruled by the Beast, who must find true love in order to break his curse. $15. Newbury Park High School Performing Arts Center, 456 N. Reino Road, Newbury Park, www.hillcrestarts.com .
Historical photos of Ojai can be seen in Ojai at the Crossroads: Then & Now, on exhibit at the Ojai Valley Museum through July 10. <em?Pictured: Bing Crosby and Bob Hope playing golf with sailors in 1945.
EMERGENCE: FIRST FLIGHT Sunday, July 10, 5 p.m. LIVE AND ONLINE. Jenna Wadsworth McCarty will paint onstage while she tells her story of becoming an artist in this solo show featuring art, song and poetry. Part of the Women’s Voices Festival. $15-20. NAMBA Performing Arts Space, 47 S. Oak St., Ventura, 805-628-9250, www.nambaarts.com .
LOBBY HERO July 8-Aug. 7. A dark comedy the explores truth, honor, duty and justice in a tale about a security guard who gets drawn into a murder investigation and a rookie cop with a morally suspect partner. $17-20. Presented by The Elite Theatre Company, 2731 Victoria Ave., Oxnard, www.theelite.org .
MADE IN AMERICA Saturday, July 9, 8:30 p.m. LIVE AND ONLINE. Teruko Nakajima wrote and stars in this one-woman show about a first-generation Japanese artist who faces odd and dangerous situations when she moves to the U.S. Part of the Women’s Voices Festival. $15-20. NAMBA Performing Arts Space, 47 S. Oak St., Ventura, 805-628-9250, www.nambaarts.com .
QUEEN OF FISHTOWN Saturday, July 9, 6:30 p.m. LIVE AND ONLINE. Katierose Donohue Enriquez wrote and stars in this one-woman show about a woman from Northeast Philadelphia facing neighborhood gentrification, turning 40 and an unwelcome surprise. Part of the Women’s Voices Festival. $15-20. NAMBA Performing Arts Space, 47 S. Oak St., Ventura, 805-628-9250, www.nambaarts.com .
UNTOLD STORIES Friday, July 8, 7 p.m. The Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center in partnership with Actors’ Repertory Theatre of Simi will present this Living History Project with actors portraying Rosa Parks, Malcolm X and Maya Angelou. A gallery reception featuring Jan Glasband’s Social Justice Portraits will follow. Free. 3050 Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley, www.svvac.org/mainstage .
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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 .
SIGHT + SOUND FILM FESTIVAL Through July 12. The Oxnard Performing Arts Center is currently accepting film submissions for its second annual film festival, to be held Sept. 30-Oct. 2. Filmmakers of all levels may submit works in the following categories: Narrative Features and Shorts, Documentary Features and Shorts, Romantic Comedy, Dramatic, Thriller/Sci-Fi, Films produced in Oxnard/Ventura County and by local filmmakers, Student films, Music Videos, ASMR, and Animations. Late deadline is July 12. For submission guidelines and more information, visit filmfreeway.com/SightplusSound .
AS YOU LIKE IT Through July 17. The Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival opens its 2022 season (and its 25th anniversary!) with Shakespeare’s delightful romantic comedy about a noblewoman and her cousin who flee persecution to find safety and, eventually, love in the enchanted Forest of Arden. $15-110. Staged outside in Kingsmen Park, California Lutheran University, 60 W. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks, www.kingsmenshakespeare.org.
THE MUSIC MAN Through July 24. When a con man shows up in a small town with instruments and band costumes for sale, his plan to make a quick buck and skedaddle gets disrupted when he falls for the local librarian. 0-$30. Ojai ACT, 113 S. Montgomery St., Ojai, 805-640-8797, ojaiact.org.
ROMA AL FINAL DE LA VÍA/ROME AT THE END OF THE LINE Through July 10. Follow two childhood friends as they grow, mature and change, along the way discussing their hopes, dreams and desire to escape their small Mexican town. In Spanish with English supertitles. Presented by Teatro de las Américas. $25. 321 W. Sixth St., Oxnard, 805-983-2876, teatrodelasamericas.org.
VENTURA COUNTY POETRY PROJECT Thursday, July 7, 6:30 p.m. live and via Zoom. Poetry reading and open mic at the EP Foster Library (also streamed live), 651 E. Main St., Ventura. More information at vcpoetryproject.org .
AGRICULTURE MUSEUM Opened June 16: Save the Pollinators: A Youth-Led Environmental Restoration Project. 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/ .
ART CITY STUDIOS Opened April 30. Composed in Stone, a 10-year retrospective of the work of G. Ramon Byrne. 197 Dubbers St., Ventura, 805-648-1690, art642.godaddysites.com .
BANK OF THE SIERRA Through July 31. The Fabulous Female, dramatic and vibrant watercolors by Leslie Marcus that celebrate the beauty and distinctiveness of women. 402 W. Ojai Ave., #102, Ojai.
BUENAVENTURA ART ASSOCIATION Through July 30. Meaningful Images, landscapes, seascapes and portraiture in oil by William D. Winbush. Studio 99, Bell Arts Factory, 432 N. Ventura Ave., Ventura, 805-648-1235, buenaventuraartassociation.org .
CAMARILLO ART CENTER Through July 31. Hot Fun in the Sun, art made by Ventura County artists that was inspired by summertime. 3150 Ponderosa Drive, Camarillo, 805-407-0605, www.camarilloartcenter.org .
CANVAS AND PAPER Through July 17. Works by Ivon Hitchens. 311 N. Montgomery St., Ojai, www.canvasandpaper.org .
Works by members of the Buenaventura Art Association can be seen at Harbor Village Gallery and Gifts through July 19. Pictured: “Imagine This” by Judy Taussig.
CHANNEL ISLANDS MARITIME MUSEUM Opened May 10: 71%: Honoring Vital Waters, mixed media works by Shannon Celia and Mary Neville inspired by oceans, lakes, rivers, glaciers and other bodies of water. Through Fall 2022: Chouinard Arts, a nine-piece collection featuring pieces of maritime art from the 1930s, including early works by Arthur Beaumont and Millard Sheets. 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 followed. 197 N. Ashwood Ave., Ventura, 805-642-3345, dudleyhouse.org .
FOX FINE JEWELRY Through July 31. New Beginnings, featuring work by Mika Harmony and Chrystel Boissy (Green Touch Moss). 560 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-652-1800, www.foxfinejewelry.com .
H GALLERY Through July 31. In the Service of Civilization, a subtly provocative approach to cultural commentary. 1793 E. Main St., Ventura, www.dabart.me/in-the-service-of-civilization .
HARBOR VILLAGE GALLERY AND GIFTS Through July 19: New artwork and artisan crafts. Ongoing: Buenaventura Art Association members showcase and sell their work. Masks and social distancing required. 1559 Spinnaker Drive #106, Ventura Harbor Village, 805-644-2750, www.facebook.com/HarborVillageGalleryGifts .
HILL ROAD LIBRARY Through Aug. 15. Works by students of Anacapa, Isbell and Rio del Valle middle schools who participated in the Learning to See Outreach program offered by Focus on the Masters. 111 E. Ojai Ave., Ojai, focusonthemasters.com .
KWAN FONG GALLERY Through Oct. 13. On the Range: Works by Terry Spehar-Fahey, featuring art inspired by the ranching families of Idaho. California Lutheran University, 160 Overton Court, Thousand Oaks, 805-493-3697, blogs.callutheran.edu/kwanfong .
MULLIN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM 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, 805-385-5400, 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 Opening June 16: All That Glitters Is Not Gold, the Jazz Age in Ventura County; Chromatic: The Museum in Six Colors; Always Keep Creating: The Resiliency of Carol Rosenak . Opened May 12: Behind the Curtain: An Insider’s Look at The George Stuart Historical Figures®. Ongoing: MVC Gallery Marketplace, exhibits devoted to the Chumash, the history of Ventura County, online exhibits and resources and more. 100 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-653-0323 or venturamuseum.org .
OJAI ART CENTER Through Aug. 30. Works by Bert Collins, Jannene Behl, Richard Franklin and Ruth Levy. Reception on Saturday, July 9, 1-3 p.m . 113 S. Montgomery St., Ojai, 805-646-0117, www.ojaiartcenter.org/art.html .
OJAI LIBRARY Through Aug. 31. Works by students of Meiners Oaks and Topa Topa Elementary who participated in the Learning to See Outreach program offered by Focus on the Masters. 111 E. Ojai Ave., Ojai, focusonthemasters.com .
OJAI VALLEY MUSEUM Through July 10: Ojai at the Crossroads: Then & Now, a look at the development of some of Ojai’s most beloved institutions, and a meditation on how Ojai can continue to be a town for both locals and tourists. 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. The museum is once again offering 90-minute walking tours at 10:30 am every Saturday. 130 W. Ojai Ave., Ojai, 805-640-1390, 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 gift shop and more. 4200 Olivas Park Drive, Ventura, www.cityofventura.ca.gov/OlivasAdobe .
POPPIES ART AND GIFTS Through July 31: See original clothing made by June guest artist Linda Tsuyako. Ongoing: Gifts, jewelry, decor and more made by local artists. 323 E. Matilija St., Ojai, 805-798-0033, www.poppiesartandgifts.com .
PORCH GALLERY Through Aug. 1. Nocturnes: Refrains from the Backcountry, work by Russell Crotty that challenges the preconceptions of drawing as a primary medium. 310 E. Matilija St., Ojai, 805-620-7589, porchgalleryojai.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 Oct. 9: The Secrets of WWII. 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 .
SANTA PAULA ART MUSEUM Through Sept. 11: Geomorphic: The Living Earth, 42 abstract paintings inspired by nature by Kay Zetlmaier. Through July 10: Fieldnotes: Lynn Hanson and A Narrative: John Robertson. The museum is now open, Wednesdays-Sundays. 117 N. 10th St., Santa Paula, 805-525-5554 or www.santapaulaartmuseum.org .
SPICETOPIA Through July 21. The spice and tea shop in downtown Ventura now shows works by members of the Buenaventura Art Association. 576 E. Main St., 805-628-3267, www.spice-topia.com .
STUDIO CHANNEL ISLANDS Through July 30: Echoes of Nature, works by contemporary Chinese artists curated by Dr. Aihua Z. Pearce. Programming associated with the exhibit includes artist talks, demonstrations and a concert on June 11. 2222 E. Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, 805-383-1368, studiochannelislands.org .
TAFT GARDENS AND NATURE PRESERVE Through July 31. A show featuring the work of Jane Mulfinger and Stephanie Washburn inspired by artists’ seven-month residencies at the gardens. 805-649-2333, www.taftgardens.org .
UBS WESTLAKE VILLAGE Through Aug. 30. No Boundaries, featuring works by Shari Alec, Maxee, Raj Naik, Bob Privitt, Geri Schonberg and Connie Tunick. 3011 Townsgate Road, Third Floor, Westlake Village, www.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 .
VERY VENTURA GIFT SHOP AND GALLERY Through July 21. Small gems by Buenaventura Art Association members, based on a theme selected by shop owner Angela Rosales. 540 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-628-3540, very-ventura.com .
VITA ART CENTER Through Aug. 12. Abstract 2+2, featuring Philip Argent, Robin Mitchell, Philip Vaughan and Jennifer Wolf; and Scott Taylor’s Dart Board Series. 28 W. Main St., Ventura, 805-644-9214, www.vitaartcenter.com .
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