Dons, doñas celebrated at barbecue
“A reunion of good people.” That’s how Max Copenhagen described the Pleasant Valley Historical Society’s annual barbecue, which recognized 12 Camarillo residents as dons and doñas. The society board member...
Running reminder
Group pays tribute to 9/11 heroes by going 21 milesWhile many residents were still enjoying their morning coffee, a group of nine runners took to the streets Sunday on a 21-mile course to commemorate the 21st anniversary of 9/11....
Dog days of summer
PLAY DATE—At right, excessive heat didn’t keep these dogs down at Mission Oaks Dog Park on Sept. 6. Below, 2-year-old Ruby takes a break from playing catch at the Camarillo...
High Flying Airshow Fun
JET SET—Above, Sonoma Bannatyne, 5, of Fillmore climbs into in the cockpit of a Marines UH-1Y Venom utility helicopter during the 41st annual Wings Over Camarillo Air Show at the...
A tidy environment is a healthy ecosystem: Cleanup Day Sept. 17
Although it doesn’t actually sit on the coast, City of Camarillo officials are calling on the community to participate in the 38th annual Coastal Cleanup Day. Though the city doesn’t...
100-year-old resident stays up to date with news, family
Josie Cabrera Carranza of Camarillo celebrated her 100th birthday Sept. 11. Carranza has lived in the city longer than almost...
Miracle League moves ahead on baseball field
Rick Peña, founder of the Miracle League of the 805, believes everyone, regardless of ability, deserves the opportunity to put...
Ask Ms. Bonnie
‘Language of firmness’ can help parents discipline without losing their temperQuestion: How do I stay consistent when disciplining my son? He’s smart and sweet but always pushes me to my...
Fentanyl county’s top killer
John Hajducko was a narcotics detective for the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office from 2014 to 2018. During that time, he said, overdoses and fentanyl were not significant concerns for law enforcement. Four years later and now a sergeant with the...
Church hosts mental health seminar
Chinese Christian Church of Thousand Oaks will host its fifth mental health seminar, “Navigating Uncertainty: Finding Peace through Surrender,” from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sat., Oct. 1 at the church, 218 W. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. The program—sponsored by...
Annual run raises funds for Free Clinic
The fifth annual Fredrick Michael Gibson 5K/10K Run and Half Marathon for Depression Awareness will start at 7 a.m. Sat., Oct. 15 at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Ave., Simi Valley. A half marathon will be offered this year...
Garden party will provide hope for cancer patients
Cancer Support Community Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara will host an evening of celebration and laughter at the Celebration of Hope Garden Party at 6 p.m. Fri., Sept. 16 at Los Robles Greens, 299 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks. The outdoor event will...
County native uses financial skills to serve hospital
Ventura County native Emma Grossman has found a way to use her interest in finance to serve the most vulnerable people in her community. The 33-year-old Oxnard resident, who began her career in auditing and taxation for national CPA firms...
Penn & Teller bring the magic to T.O.
Magicians Penn and Teller will perform at 8 p.m. Fri., Oct. 7 in the Fred Kavli Theatre, 2100 E. Thousand...
‘Belle of Amherst’ looks at life of poet Dickinson
Actors’ Repertory Theater of Simi will present “The Belle of Amherst” for two weekends, Sept. 30 through Oct. 10, at...
Panic Productions’‘13’ packs pubescent punch
Let me get this out of the way first. I don’t miss middle school and wouldn’t want to go back....
Starry nights at Moorpark College
Moorpark College astronomy faculty and the Ventura County Astronomical Society will hold the summer’s final Star Party at 6:30 p.m....
War and Treaty musical duo comes to T.O.
The War and Treaty musical duo will bring its Motown spirit, country soul and classic rock ’n’ roll heart to...
Roots of Faith
Short man shows a large faith in his quest to see JesusRandy Newman’s hit song “Short People” puts down the vertically challenged. In our ongoing One-Hit Wonders series, we have a short man who was big in spirit. In Luke 19:1-10, Jesus Christ is traveling to Jerusalem for his passion and...
High Holidays start Sunday at Chabad
Chabad of Camarillo’s High Holiday services will take place in an open-air tent in front of the building, 5800 Santa Rosa Road, Ste. 112. All are welcome, regardless of background or affiliation, Rabbi Aryeh Lang said. Membership is not required,...
Roots of Faith
Left-handed warrior does the right thingOur new One-Hit Wonders series spotlighting minor characters in Scripture continues with a salute to southpaws. Ehud is the only person specifically identified in Scripture as being left-handed. Why? That will become apparent in the story found in Judges 3:12-30....
Priest talks about connection under God
Padre Serra Catholic Church will present a talk by the Rev. Jim Clarke from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wed., Sept. 14 in the Serra Center at 5205 Upland Road, Camarillo. Clarke will discuss “We Are All Children of the One...
Foundation awards community nonprofits
Logix Community Stars, the nonprofit foundation of Logix Federal Credit Union, distributed $40,000 to local nonprofit organizations in August. The charities are able to allocate the dollars for programs and...
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
Budding Cannabis Industry Sprouts Local Delivery ServiceFor people who are curious about medical and recreational marijuana and thinking about investing in the product, the folks at Ocean Grown Farms are happy to help because, among other...
Dentist Cares For Smiles Without Judgment
Dr. Steven Greenman is as open and honest as they come: “You can live a life without teeth, so nobody needs what I do,” the dentist said. “My grandparents had...
Somis garden serves community, from weddings to workouts
As Barbara Goodrich grew up, so did her parents’ business. Hartley Botanica originated from her father’s lifelong love of plants. In 1971, Richard Hartley, who as a young boy sold...
Technicolor office demolished
MAKING WAY—Crews tear down the former Technicolor building on Mission Oaks Boulevard in Camarillo on Aug. 10 so a new six-unit industrial building can take its spot.
