Classroom is going to the dogs; kids, teacher love it
'When she's here, I feel better.' - Avery Klinshaw, 8
By Michelle Knight knight@theacorn.com
      Shannon Coletti has discovered a distinctive way to teach her students at Dos Caminos Elementary School. Coletti brings her 3-year-old Labrador retriever, Nicci, to class every Friday. Nicci is a certified therapy dog whose calming and nurturing influence helps students learn.
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Strawberry mixer to thank sponsors
      The 25th Anniversary California Strawberry Festival will host a Capital Club Mixer from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thurs., Feb. 7 at the Courtyard by Marriott, 600 E. Esplanade Drive in Oxnard. The event is the festival's way of saying thank you to the local businesses, community leaders and regiona...
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