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THURSDAY

2022 LPGA MEDIHEAL CHAMPIONSHIP | 7 a.m. through Sunday, Oct. 9. The golf tournament boasts an elite international field comprised of major champions, California natives, former World No. 1 players and past champions. In total, players representing more than 27 countries and territories will tee-it-up. GOLF Channel will televise all four rounds in primetime. $25-1,000. Military, first responders and immediate family (up to four tickets) will receive complimentary admission; children ages 17 and under free with ticketed adult. The Saticoy Club, 4450 Clubhouse Dr., Somis, www.medihealchamp.com.

THE BINDING OF ART AND FAITH | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. via Zoom. In this course, we will examine the creation of art and its impact on the development of faith, religion and spirituality; and inversely how faith, religion, and spirituality influenced art. Taught by Christine Maasdam. Part of the Fifty and Better series offered by California Lutheran University’s Center for Lifelong Learning. Courses are $40 each; two-part lectures are $15 each; fall bundle (all lectures) for $180; household fall bundle (two members of the same household) for $230. More information and registration at www.callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/fifty-better/upcoming-sessions.html.

GET CHARGED: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO DRIVE ELECTRIC | 12-1:15 p.m. via Zoom. The Community Environmental Council is hosting a free webinar on all things electric vehicles to help you make the switch to driving electric. You’ll learn the basics of charging, what’s available on the used and new markets, and how to make the best use of local, state, and federal incentives. Free; registration at cec.pub/NDEW2022.

A MODERN HISTORY OF JERUSALEM | 1-3 p.m. via Zoom. Jerusalem has a complex history, both ancient and modern. This course will begin with World War II and trace the city’s modern history in an attempt to understand the political forces that have shaped it. Taught by Jason Hensley. Part of the Fifty and Better series offered by California Lutheran University’s Center for Lifelong Learning. Courses are $40 each; two-part lectures are $15 each; fall bundle (all lectures) for $180; household fall bundle (two members of the same household) for $230. More information and registration at www.callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/fifty-better/upcoming-sessions.html.

CHAIR YOGA | 3-4 p.m. Take a moment to stretch! Instructor Lisa Clements Feeney will teach chair yoga suitable for everyone. No experience needed. Community Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

TIS THE SEASON TO GET HIRED: A WORKSHOP SERIES FOR TEENS | 4-5:30 p.m. Do you have questions on how to develop your résumé? Our Business Services Coordinator is here to help strengthen your résumé! This series will cover steps on landing a job for the holiday season. Young Adult Library of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

RAISING JUSTICE | 4-6 p.m. CAUSE supporters from throughout our region will be gathering to celebrate and uplift the momentum we’re building together in creating a more just and sustainable region at our annual Raising Justice community building and fundraising event. We’ll be gathering in person – finally, after three long years – outside at the beautiful Olivas Adobe Historic Park in Ventura – and we can’t wait to be there with you! This year is especially important because we’ll be sharing a big, exciting announcement about the future of CAUSE. Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Dr., Ventura, causenow.org.

DINNER AT THE RANCHO | 5:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy a dinner served al fresco in a communal, family style in the beautiful gardens of this historic ranch. The location is a virtual treasure trove of beauty, from its meandering garden paths, unusual species of plants to its majestic home and agricultural legacy. Guests will have an opportunity to talk with local farmers from whose land the food derives. Part of Totally Local VC’s Farm-to-Fork Dinner Series. Proceeds from the event helps Totally Local VC continue its Education Programs with students throughout the county. $165. Tickets and more information at totallylocalvc.com.

OAK PARK FIRE SAFE COUNCIL TOWN HALL MEETING | 6-8 p.m. With California’s recent heat wave and fire season in full swing, the Oak Park Fire Safe Council’s event is a call to action for residents to learn about the specifics of home and defensible space hardening from experts. Ventura County Supervisor Linda Parks, the Ventura County Fire Department, representatives from the Santa Monica Resource Conservation District and the Ventura Regional Fire Safe Council will all be in attendance. The council will also discuss current projects including the Wildfire Risk Assessment and an upcoming Community Wildfire Protection Plan. Oak Park Community Center, 1000 Kanan Road, Oak Park, news.ventura.org/en/oak-park-fire-safe-council-announces-a-town-hall-meeting/.

AUTHOR DEBORAH HOLT LARKIN | 7 p.m. The author of A Lovely Girl: The Tragedy of Olga Duncan and the Trial of One of California’s Most Notorious Killers will be at Timbre Books to sign copies of her book. 1924 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-628-3370, timbrebooks.com.

WORK IN PROGRESS SHARING | 7:30 p.m. Two dance productions followed by a Q&A with the choreographer and performers. One is under development by choreographer Gianna Burright and performed by Nataie Allen and Nicole Hagen; the other is Burright’s “soLOW (2022),” which was performed at LA Dance Project in Mashup Dance Companies International Women Day Festival and elsewhere. $15. NAMBA Performing Arts Space, 47 S. Oak St., Ventura, 805-628-9250, www.nambaarts.com.

FRIDAY

AMERICAN CIVICS 101+ | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. via Zoom. A timely six-part discussion that provides a simple but comprehensive path to understanding what every person applying for U.S. citizenship today needs to know. Taught by Alan Perper. Part of the Fifty and Better series offered by California Lutheran University’s Center for Lifelong Learning. Courses are $40 each; two-part lectures are $15 each; fall bundle (all lectures) for $180; household fall bundle (two members of the same household) for $230. More information and registration at www.callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/fifty-better/upcoming-sessions.html.

CYBERSECURITY AND YOUR SMALL BUSINESS | 1-2 p.m. October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Local Team Logic IT owner Dana Profeta will give a 30-minute presentation on cybersecurity fundamentals and best practices, followed by a Q&A session. This talk is useful for any employee, manager or business owner. This event is part of the RFBC First Friday series, which are programs with presenters or group discussions for local small businesses. Community Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

STORY TIME AT THE MUSEUM | 3-4 p.m. The Museum of Ventura County has been partnering with the Ventura County Library to bring bilingual (in English and Spanish) in-person Story Time every first Friday of the month at 3pm. Join us for stories, then play and learn in the Evelyn and Howard Boroughs Chumash Children’s Garden, a fabulous and FREE outing for ALL! Museum of Ventura County, 100 E. Main St., venturamuseum.org.

JACKBOX PARTY GAMES FOR TEENS | 3:30-4:45 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 FARM DAY KICKOFF PARTY | 4:30-7 p.m. Come spend an evening with the Students for Eco-Education and Agriculture (SEEAG) team at Topa Topa’s Colt Street location in Ventura! Celebrate with us as we prepare for our 10th Annual Ventura County Farm Day, happening on Saturday, Nov. 5. Ticket purchases include two (2) drink tickets for Topa Topa’s bar, and a meal ticket for Game Over catering. You’ll hear from our Farm Day team, our youth education program staff, and from some of our Farm Day sponsors. Stick around and enjoy some live music, a silent auction and more! $50. 4880 Colt St., Ventura. More information and tickets at www.eventbrite.com/e/ventura-county-farm-day-kickoff-party-tickets-38706341609.

GLOW HIKE AT HARMON CANYON PRESERVE | 6:15 p.m. What glows in the dark at Harmon Canyon Preserve? Scorpions of course! (Well, they actually fluoresce under blacklight, but we will get into that!) Come learn more about these fascinating creatures, as well as other nighttime ecology at the preserve. This is a naturalist-guided hike, so expect a slow pace where discovery and discussion are the goals, rather than a destination. Space is limited to 15 guests. Harmon Canyon Preserve, 7511 Foothill Road, Ventura, www.venturalandtrust.org/octoberglowhike.

SPELLBOUND MAGIC MASHUP | 7 p.m. Oxnard Performing Arts Center Corporation (OPAC) along with The House of MAGIC Foundation for the Arts are proud to present this one-night show that brings some of the best names in magic to the stage for a fun-filled, family-friendly evening of magic and entertainment. Through the event, the nonprofits aim to raise funding for their programs that benefit the underserved, children at risk, and people with disabilities. $15-500. Oxnard Performing Arts Center, 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard, www.thomagic.org/events/magic-mashup.

PENN AND TELLER | 8 p.m. From humble beginnings busking on the streets of Philadelphia to acclaimed sold-out runs on Broadway to the longest running and one of the most-beloved resident headline acts in Las Vegas history, magic’s legendary duo continues defy labels — and at times physics and good taste — by redefining the genre of magic and inventing their own very distinct niche in comedy. $67-117. Fred Kavli Theatre of the Bank of America Performing Arts Center, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, 805-449-2787, www.bapacthousandoaks.com.

SATURDAY

VENTURA COUNTY HEART WALK | 7:30 a.m. Heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases claim the lives of more than 870,000 men, women and children every year. Funds raised at the Heart Walk support efforts to improve care and outcomes for heart disease and stroke patients, advocate for stronger public health policies and fund innovative scientific research to improve survival and find cures. The event, sponsored by UCLA Health, Amgen and Dignity Health, includes a two-mile walk, drum circle performances, Zumba demonstrations, live music and more. Memorial Field at California Lutheran University, 160 Memorial Parkway, Thousand Oaks. Register to join at VenturaHeartWalk.org.

STEP INTO YOUR WILD WHOLENESS: NATURE-BASED RESILIENCY FOR CHALLENGING TIMES | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. This program is an experiential exploration of our human psyches as unique expressions of the universal forces and patterns of wilderness and nature. Our “wilder” minds possess astonishing resources, and during this day, we’ll begin to access these depths and potentials. Led by Brian Stafford and hosted by Taft Gardens and Nature Preserve. $80. Registration and more information at www.taftgardens.org/events.

WILLOUGHBY PRESERVE TO THE SEA GUIDED HIKE | 9 a.m. Enjoy a free guided hike that begins on Ventura Land Trust’s Willoughby Preserve on the Ventura River and ends at the coastal estuary at Surfer’s Point. Learn about the cultural and natural history of the Ventura River and this unique riparian and coastal habitat. Meet at the Main Street parking lot. More information and RSVP at www.venturalandtrust.org/octoberwilloughbyhike.

PET BLESSING CEREMONY | 10 a.m. In honor of Saint Frances of Assisi –– patron saint of the animals, birds, and ecology –– Rev. Bonnie Rose will be performing a blessing of pets with holy water, prayer, music and readings. To participate, pets must be socialized, contained or restrained by leash or animal carrier. Guests are encouraged to bring a picture instead for larger animals or those not suitable/comfortable for the indoor space. To honor pets who have passed away, Rose invites animal lovers to bring pictures for the annual memorial altar. Ventura Center for Spiritual Living, 101 S. Laurel St., Ventura, 805-643-1933, www.venturacsl.org.

FUSED GLASS WORKSHOP AT POPPIES | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Create an eye-catching pendant or holiday ornament from fused glass! Artist Paula Jennet, who has been teaching fused glass and mosaics for six years, will lead the workshop. Students will learn to use fusible glass, paint, decal transfers and more to make a one-of-a-kind piece. Items will be fused overnight and can be collected by the end of business the following day. The class will meet on the back patio. $50 plus $5 to the instructor for materials (or $15 for dichroic). Poppies, 323 E. Matilija St., Ojai, poppiesartandgifts.indiemade.com.

OJAI STUDIO ARTISTS 2022 TOUR | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Offering visitors a rare inside look at the working spaces of more than 70 artists in the Ojai Valley, this year’s Ojai Studio Artists (OSA) Tour is the biggest event in the group’s 38-year history. The tour is FREE, with donations encouraged. Guests must register online to receive the map and information to guide them through the valley. More information and registration at www.ojaistudioartists.org/ojai-studio-artists-fall-tour-offers-more-variety-than-ever/.

SURF ’N’ SUDS BEER FESTIVAL | 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. It’s a beer festival with a surf twist, featuring 70+ breweries and other beverage purveyors; live music; food and merchant vendors; beer pong and more! All alcohol samples included with entry ticket; food and merchandise sold separately. Shuttles from a variety of locations and free bicycle valet by VC Cool. 21+ event. VIP entry begins at 11:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m. for general admission. $20-70. San Buenaventura State Beach, 901 San Pedro St., Ventura, surfbeerfest.com.

BANK OF BOOKS VENTURA BOOK SIGNING | 1-3 p.m. R. Scott Bolton, Begin Rumble Strip and Neath. Bank of Books, 748 E. Main St., Ventura, www.bankofbooks.com.

SOUND EXPERIENCE WITH DAMIAN | 1-3 p.m. We are excited to bring Damian Gallagher back to Meditation Mount for a sound bath and breathwork experience. This will be a monthly experience, held every second Saturday, in the Auditorium. This is an opportunity to connect more deeply with the inner self. Most of the experience is meant to be received in a restful pose lying on your back (Savasana), however, you are welcome to position your body in any way that feels good for you. At different points in the session, Damian may move through the space with various instruments. Breathwork instructions will be offered during the session and are considered optional. Please bring a yoga mat and anything to make you feel comfortable, such as a blanket or pillow. Gates open at 2 p.m. $25. 10340 Reeves Road, Ojai. Registration required; visit meditationmount.org/events.

CAMARILLO READS: AUTHOR TALK WITH HÉCTOR TOBAR | 2-3 p.m. The Camarillo Public Library is proud to present Camarillo Reads: One City, One Book. Our selection this year is The Barbarian Nurseries by Héctor Tobar. He will be discussing The Barbarian Nurseries, followed by a Q&A. Tickets will be available at the second floor Reference Desk; maximum two tickets per individual. Community Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

OKTOBERFEST | 2-7 p.m. German food, drink and music by Garrera playing Oktoberfest classics, plus a photo booth and a scarecrow contest. Show up in German attire to get a free drink ticket! $10 pre-sale, $15 at the door, $35 VIP, free for ages 12 and under. Oxnard Farm Park, 1251 Gottfried Place, Oxnard, oxnardfarmpark.org.

DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS PAPER MACHÉ WORKSHOP | 2:30-5:30 p.m. Local sculptor Jose Galvan will lead this workshop to make two large-scale sculptures of El Catrin and La Catrina for Día de Los Muertos. No registration required – just stop by. Adults and children welcome. Free. Oxnard Performing Arts Center, 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard, oxnardperformingarts.com.

BANK OF BOOKS SANTA PAULA BOOK SIGNING | 4-7 p.m. Tony Baker, Begin Rumble Strip and Neath. Bank of Books, 748 E. Main St., Ventura, www.bankofbooks.com.

COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION BENEFACTORS’ BALL | 5 p.m. Enjoy cocktails, dinner, dancing, a live auction and awards presentation to take place at the Commemorative Air Force Museum in Camarillo. Honored at this year’s event will be Dr. Thomas Brugman (Physician of the Year), Dr. Mel Cheatham (Retired Physician of the Year) and Jim and Tish Harris (Community Leaders of the Year). Cocktail or 1940s-theme attire encouraged. $300-$2,400. Tickets and more information at www.benefactorsball.org.

STARRY SOIREE CELEBRATION | 6 p.m. Rubicon Theatre Company begins its 25th year with a celebration headlined by Emmy, Tony, Grammy and SAG Award Nominee Norm Lewis. Attendees will be treated to a concert of musical theater hits sung by Lewis, Broadway’s first African-American “Phantom” and one of the most celebrated artists of stage and screen. Pre-show wine and hors d’œuvres, silent auction and a post-concert talkback with the Broadway Star. The concert will take place in the garden of a local arts champion with Rubicon staff members Kirby and Beverly Ward serving as celebration hosts. $300 tickets include a $250 tax-deductible donation. Tickets available by calling 805-667-2900 or visiting www.rubicontheatre.org.

SUNDAY

FALL MEDICINAL PLANT WORKSHOP | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Join Lanny Kaufer and special guest Professor Emeritus Jim Adams of USC School of Pharmacy for a workshop based on Adams’ ground-breaking pharmacological studies on local native plants and his personal commitment to sharing the traditional medicinal practices he learned from Chumash healer Cecilia Garcia. He will be joined by plant educator Enrique Villaseñor and acupuncturist Michelle Wong. Participants will learn how to make California plant medicines, how to process foraged foods, and the history of California Indians. No dogs or smoking. Light rain will not cancel; heavy rain will. $100/person. Register now at HerbWalks.com or by calling 805-646-6281.

SECOND SUNDAY ART MARKET AT POPPIES | 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Participating artists will show handcrafted items of all sorts: pottery, jewelry, original art, knit and crocheted items and more. Market takes

place in front of the store. Poppies Art and Gifts, 323 E. Matilija St., Ojai, 805-798-0033, www.poppiesartandgifts.com.

WATERSHED HIKE AT MOUNT PINOS WITH FRIENDS OF THE SANTA CLARA RIVER | 10 a.m. Jim Danza, chair of FSCR and an Oxnard College Professor, will co-lead the hike and provide fascinating natural history of the watershed and its importance. Part 1 is the first hike to Mount Pinos and Sawmill Peak, a roughly 5-6 mile moderate hike with 600 feet elevation gain in a beautiful forest setting with great views. Starting at the Chula Vista Trailhead in Los Padres National Forest, Forest Route 9N24, Frazier Park. Carpool options and more information at www.meetup.com/friends-of-the-santa-clara-river-events– restore-recreation/.

NATURAL HISTORY WALK WITH LANNY KAUFER | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Please join Ojai author/naturalist Lanny Kaufer of HerbWalks.com for a natural history walk at Taft Gardens and Nature Preserve. Arrive at 9:45 a.m.; the walk will start promptly at 10 a.m. We will explore trails through the wild parts of the property, identify and discuss native plants, and observe birds and animal tracks in the context of local ecology. $35. More information and registration at www.taftgardens.org/events.

2022 PONIES BY THE SEA CAR SHOW | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Mustangs from all eras will be on display at the Ponies by the Sea Car Show, hosted by the Tri-County Mustang Club. Free for attendees, proceeds from registration fees will benefit Guide Dogs of America. There will be food trucks, music, games, and more! An awards ceremony will give prizes to winners of People’s Choice, Best of Show, Best Paint, Best Engine, Doggie’s Choice, and a special “Most Likely to get a Ticket,” given by the California Highway Patrol. For general questions, please call 805-751-8262. For more information on registration, please call Sue at 805-642-0887 or email carshow@tricountymustangclub.com. Harbor View Park at Channel Islands Harbor, 3850 Harbor Blvd., www.channelislandsharbor.org/event/2022-ponies-by-the-sea-car-show/.

OJAI STUDIO ARTISTS 2022 TOUR | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Offering visitors a rare inside look at the working spaces of more than 70 artists in the Ojai Valley, this year’s Ojai Studio Artists (OSA) Tour is the biggest event in the group’s 38-year history. The tour is FREE, with donations encouraged. Guests must register online to receive the map and information to guide them through the valley. More information and registration at www.ojaistudioartists.org/ojai-studio-artists-fall-tour-offers-more-variety-than-ever/.

SANTA PAULA SOCIETY OF THE ARTS OPEN STUDIO | 1-3 p.m. This is a casual get-together of artists of all kinds, levels and mediums. Talk with other artists, share tips and more. Bring your own art supplies (please no strong-smelling products). We’ll furnish tables and chairs, refreshments and a fun time. Old Train Depot, 963 Santa Barbara St., Santa Paula, 805-525-1104, www.thespsa.com.

MICAH THE MAGICIAN | 2-3 p.m. Straight from The Magic Castle, magician Micah Cover will share his highly interactive Parlour Act. With storytelling, mentalism, card miracles and more, Micah’s magic will make YOU the STAR of the show — and even the MAGICIAN! Register on our online event calendar. Community Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

TECHNOLOGY HELP | 2-4 p.m. Technology can be confusing, let us help! Stop by the second floor Tech Lab on Sundays for assistance with your tech questions. Tech Lab of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

STAR WARS READS DAY | 2-5 p.m. Enjoy a Star Wars-themed story and craft to celebrate all things Star Wars! Wear your Star Wars costume and take a selfie at our Star Wars station. For all ages. Children’s Library of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

FULL MOON YIN YOGA AND INTUITIVE FLOW | 3-6 p.m. All are welcome to gather in community on the Hunter’s Full Moon to connect with nature, inner wisdom and creative flow at Taft Gardens and Nature Preserve. Harmonize with your intentions for the autumnal season, ground with a mindful nature walk, cultivate Self-trust through meditation and move your body with love and freedom. Then, bask in the full moon energy with a Sound Bath Savasana. Led by Michelle Chua of Root 2 Rise Yoga. $45. More information and registration at root2riseyoga.org/ojai.

MONDAY

THE OTHER SIDE OF NASHVILLE | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. via Zoom. In this class, we will explore the incredible and mostly unknown secret of Nashville: the wealth and variety of non-country music that has its roots there. Taught by Tony Moon. Part of the Fifty and Better series offered by California Lutheran University’s Center for Lifelong Learning. Courses are $40 each; two-part lectures are $15 each; fall bundle (all lectures) for $180; household fall bundle (two members of the same household) for $230. More information and registration at www.callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/fifty-better/upcoming-sessions.html.

OJAI STUDIO ARTISTS 2022 TOUR | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Offering visitors a rare inside look at the working spaces of more than 70 artists in the Ojai Valley, this year’s Ojai Studio Artists (OSA) Tour is the biggest event in the group’s 38-year history. The tour is FREE, with donations encouraged. Guests must register online to receive the map and information to guide them through the valley. More information and registration at www.ojaistudioartists.org/ojai-studio-artists-fall-tour-offers-more-variety-than-ever/.

WOMEN IN STEM: DR. SONSOLES DE LACALLE | 4-5 p.m. What’s it like having a STEM career? How do you get there? Join us for a discussion led by Dr. Sonsoles de Lacalle, Department Chair of Health Sciences at California State University Channel Islands. Aimed at ages 13-18. Young Adult Library of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

VENTURA COUNTY WRITERS SALON | 6-8 p.m. The Ventura County Writers Salon meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month. If you’re looking for a fiction writing group that will complement your high-class adventure, add spice to your innovative work of science fiction or bring order and balance to your historical period piece, look no further than the Ventura County Writers Salon! All genres of fiction are welcome. Conference Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

TUESDAY

CAMARILLO QUILTERS ASSOCIATION | 9:30 a.m. Certified Laura Heine Instructor Susy Nash will be talking about Collaging “Laura Heine Style,” with many samples. All are welcome to join us. Members have access to a free fabric table, extensive library and reduced cost for classes and retreats. Pleasant Valley Community Center, 1605 Burnley Drive, Camarillo, camarilloquilters.com.

ITALIAN BAROQUE OF BERNINI, CARAVAGGIO AND GENTILESCHI | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. via Zoom and HyFlex. The Baroque art style in Italy emerges as part of the Catholic Counter-Reformation’s effort to reinspire the faithful back to the Church. Understanding the power of art, the Church began to commission grand scale works of art to communicate directly with the public. This class will give an overview of the development of this distinctive style. Taught by Katherine Zoraster. Part of the Fifty and Better series offered by California Lutheran University’s Center for Lifelong Learning. Courses are $40 each; two-part lectures are $15 each; fall bundle (all lectures) for $180; household fall bundle (two members of the same household) for $230. More information and registration at www.callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/fifty-better/upcoming-sessions.html.

TUESDAY MORNING BOOK CLUB | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. The Tuesday Morning Book Club meets the second Tuesday of each month at 11:00 a.m. in the Conference Room. Stop by and check us out.Find out what we will be reading next here: sites.google.com/site/bookgroupsclub/tuesday-morning-group. Conference Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE: PRINCIPLES, IMPLICATIONS AND CHALLENGES | 1-3 p.m. via Zoom. The goal of this six-week course is to present the audience with not only the most accurate scientific information, but also an explanation of how these principles come together using real-world examples and predictive computer models. Taught by Grady Hanrahan. Part of the Fifty and Better series offered by California Lutheran University’s Center for Lifelong Learning. Courses are $40 each; two-part lectures are $15 each; fall bundle (all lectures) for $180; household fall bundle (two members of the same household) for $230. More information and registration at www.callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/fifty-better/upcoming-sessions.html.

HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH TEEN CRAFTERNOON: MOLA FOLK ART | 4-5:30 p.m. September is Hispanic Heritage Month. For this crafternoon, we are celebrating Panama by making molas. Molas are created by the Kuna tribe from the San Blas Blas region of Panama and are used to make blouses. Traditional designs are bright colored and feature geometric patterns. Ages 13-18. YA Library of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

EXPLORING THE MYSTERY OF OWLS | 7-8:30 p.m. via Zoom. Have you ever been curious about owls? If you would like to learn more about these mysterious nocturnal birds, please join Ventura Audubon’s October program with nature photographer Isabelle (Izzy) Edwards. Izzy will share her journey learning to find and photograph these elusive raptors, discuss owl conservation efforts and how to ethically approach such sensitive birds without harming them. Our program will be virtual via Zoom. For more information and the Zoom link go to www.venturaaudubon.org/monthly-speakers. Izzy’s Instagram handle is @northwest_wildlife.

WEDNESDAY

CLEAN AIR SUMMIT AND EXPO | 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. At this inaugural summit and expo, the Gold Coast Transit District has invited key stakeholders and experts in clean transportation and climate action to convene and discuss pressing topics at the local, regional, and state level in transitioning to zero-emissions, and innovative efforts to address air quality. An educational leaders summit will take place 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. while the free expo 1-4 p.m. will draw those interested in sustainable clean air transportation practices and provide an opportunity to tour the newest electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, electric bikes and more. GCTD Operations and Maintenance Facility, 1901 Auto Center Dr., Oxnard. More information and registration at www.gctd.org/about/events/summit/.

RELIGIOUS ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN: FROM THE ROMAN CATACOMBS TO MODERN TIMES | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. via Zoom. Beginning with the Early Christian and Jewish period during Roman times, we explore the influences of symbolism and pictorial representations of religious images in Europe and the Middle East, ending our journey with sleek contemporary structures. Taught by Eleanor Schrader. Part of the Fifty and Better series offered by California Lutheran University’s Center for Lifelong Learning. Courses are $40 each; two-part lectures are $15 each; fall bundle (all lectures) for $180; household fall bundle (two members of the same household) for $230. More information and registration at www.callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/fifty-better/upcoming-sessions.html.

LEGENDS OF ISRAEL’S KINGS | 1-3 p.m. via Zoom. The legends of Israel’s kings have been preserved through the writings of the Hebrew Scriptures and Jewish tradition. This course will dive deep into these rarely-told stories, will enliven them through context, and will examine the depth of ancient folklore and the messages that they convey, even to today. Taught by Jason Hensley. Part of the Fifty and Better series offered by California Lutheran University’s Center for Lifelong Learning. Courses are $40 each; two-part lectures are $15 each; fall bundle (all lectures) for $180; household fall bundle (two members of the same household) for $230. More information and registration at www.callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/fifty-better/upcoming-sessions.html.

MINDFULNESS FOR KIDS 7-12 | 5-6 p.m. Help your kids learn to understand and control their emotions with three simple techniques: pause, breathe and smile. Presented by Certified Mindfulness Instructor Danette Banyai. Register on our online event calendar. Children’s Library of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

LIFE DRAWING SESSIONS AT THE MUSEUM | 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join us for a series of three open model drawing sessions with clothed and nude models. Chairs and easels will be provided; artists must bring their own supplies, paints not permitted. This is a great opportunity for artists of all skill levels to work from a live model to develop their life drawing skills. 10-35 participants per class. Note: This is not an instructional class. $35 for members and students; $65 for nonmembers. RSVP by Oct. 7. Museum of Ventura County, 100 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-653-0323, venturamuseum.org.

MARIANO RANCHO PRESERVE COMMUNITY MEETING: ACCESS | 7-8:30 p.m. Ventura Land Trust’s first of three Mariano Rancho Preserve Community Meetings will focus on VLT’s plan for public access to the preserve, including access locations on the 1,645-acre property, parking, and pedestrian access. Spanish language translation services will be offered at the event. Contribute to the conversation by using our online form to enter up to three questions or comments. We’ll use your input to shape our presentation, and your question may be presented during the Q&A session of the event. Poinsettia Pavilion, 3451 Foothill Road, Ventura. More information and RSVP at www.venturalandtrust.org/access.

THURSDAY

THE BINDING OF ART AND FAITH | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. via Zoom. In this course, we will examine the creation of art and its impact on the development of faith, religion and spirituality; and inversely how faith, religion, and spirituality influenced art. Taught by Christine Maasdam. Part of the Fifty and Better series offered by California Lutheran University’s Center for Lifelong Learning. Courses are $40 each; two-part lectures are $15 each; fall bundle (all lectures) for $180; household fall bundle (two members of the same household) for $230. More information and registration at www.callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/fifty-better/upcoming-sessions.html.

THE SOMIS THURSDAY CLUB | 11:30 a.m. Local women’s club meeting and catered lunch. This month’s program will be entertainment by Wendy Morgan Hunter singing songs from Operas and Broadway. Visitors and prospective members are welcome. Please call 805-469-5059 or email patti.dizazzo@gmail.com to RSVP.

SENIOR MOVIE AND LUNCH | 12-3 p.m. The second Thursday of the month, the Community Center Auditorium of the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District features lunch and a fun activity. This month’s film will be the Halloween classic Hocus Pocus. $5 includes movie and pasta lunch. 1605 E. Burnley St., Camarillo, 805-482-1996. Information and registration at www.pvrpd.org/movie-lunch.

A MODERN HISTORY OF JERUSALEM | 1-3 p.m. via Zoom. Jerusalem has a complex history, both ancient and modern. This course will begin with World War II and trace the city’s modern history in an attempt to understand the political forces that have shaped it. Taught by Jason Hensley. Part of the Fifty and Better series offered by California Lutheran University’s Center for Lifelong Learning. Courses are $40 each; two-part lectures are $15 each; fall bundle (all lectures) for $180; household fall bundle (two members of the same household) for $230. More information and registration at www.callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/fifty-better/upcoming-sessions.html.

STAR WARS READS DAY: R2-D2 PENCIL HOLDER | 4-5:30 p.m. Explore a far, far away galaxy and make an R2-D2 pencil holder. For ages 13-18. Young Adult Library of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

CYBERSECURITY FOR FAMILIES | 6-7 p.m. October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Senior Deputy Victor Holmes from Camarillo Sheriff’s Community Resource Unit will update parents on important cybersecurity issues. Community Room of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

COMMUNITY NEEDS,

OPPORTUNITIES AND

RESOURCES

CHANNEL ISLANDS CHORAL ASSOCIATION | Community singers are needed! Audition now for the California State University, Channel Islands University Chorus, composed of CSUCI students, faculty, staff and alumni as well as community singers. Auditions are by appointment with Dr. KuanFen Liu. The chorus meets Monday evenings, 6:30-9:15 p.m., in Malibu Hall 100. Concerts on Dec. 2 and 4. To request an audition, email downbeatplus@gmail.com. More information at cicachoir.org.

FREE FLU SHOT CLINICS | Saturdays, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., through Oct. 22. Community Memorial Health System’s Centers for Family Health and Midtown Medical Group, in conjunction with Ventura County Public Health, will provide free flu shots to people over 6 months of age. For the health and wellbeing of our community, it is recommended that all people over the age of 6 months receive the flu vaccine every year. Clinics are held from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Walk-ins are encouraged. LOCATIONS: Oct. 8: 422 Arneill Road, Suite B, Camarillo; 655 N. Ventura Ave., Oak View; 2921 Saviers Road, Oxnard; 3641 W. Fifth St., Oxnard. Oct. 15: 852 W. Ventura St., Fillmore; 120 N. Ashwood Ave., Ventura. Oct. 22: 2361 E. Vineyard Ave., Oxnard; 242 E. Harvard Blvd., Suite C, Santa Paula; 138 W. Main St., Suite E, Ventura. For more information call 805-652-6353.

INFORMATION ON THE HIGH SCHOOL AT MOORPARK COLLEGE | Through March 28. The High School at Moorpark College allows students to earn both their high school diploma and college credits at the same time. HSMC is located on the Moorpark College campus where high schoolers, beginning their freshman year, take both high school and college-level classes. The school is open to any student in Ventura or Los Angeles counties. HSMC will host in-person information nights on Nov. 1, Jan, 24 and Feb. 28. Virtual sessions are offered Nov. 29 and March 28. For more information, call Dr. Shirleen Oplustic at 805-378-6312 or contact her via email at soplustic@mrpk.org. Additional information can also be found at www.hsmc.mrpk.org.

INKTOBER FOR TEENS | Through Oct. 31. The month of October is known as Inktober, where participants draw an image every day in October based on a list of prompts. Want to participate? Stop by the Young Adult Desk and pick up an Inktober assignment. Turn in five drawings inspired by the prompts by Oct. 31 for a chance to win a prize. Young Adult Desk of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org.

LANDLORD ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM | Are you a Ventura County property owner/housing provider seeking stable tenancies, rental income, and a way to help our neighbors who need a home? Do you have a housing unit to lease in the near or immediate future? We are seeking studios to 3+ bedrooms. United Way will provide financial and supportive services to ensure a smooth and mutually beneficial housing process. Join the effort and receive a leasing bonus of up to two times the rent charged for the unit! This incentive is available for landlords and is separate from any costs incurred by program participants. For more information or to learn more about the Landlord Engagement Program, contact Carie Bristow at carie.bristow@vcunitedway.org or 805.485.6288 x235.

MENTORS NEEDED FOR WOMEN UNITED EDUCATION AWARD RECIPIENTS | Women United is seeking potential mentors in professional positions who would like to guide a single mother college student and help her reach her career goals. Anyone who has professional experience in a business environment and is willing to meet with a mentee for 2-3 sessions during the semester (in person or via Zoom) is encouraged to apply. To learn more, contact Leslie Osuna at leslie.osuna@vcunitedway.org or 805.485.6288, ext. 224.

QUILT RAFFLE | Through Oct. 15. The Ojai Valley Museum is holding a raffle for a beautiful quilt made by the Ojai Community Quilters. Tickets are on sale now; the winner will be drawn on Ojai Day, Oct. 15. Tickets are available at the museum. All proceeds benefit museum programs. 130 W. Ojai Ave., Ojai, 805-640-1390, info@OjaiValleyMuseum.org, www.ojaivalleymuseum.org.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR FREE TAX PREPARATION | Help low-income families and individuals improve their financial stability by joining our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) team of tax preparers and interviewers for the 2022 Tax Year. Volunteers prepare federal and state tax returns at no cost at multiple sites across Ventura County and are asked to commit four hours per week during the VITA tax season, Feb. 1-April 30, 2023. No experience is necessary; training is provided. A two-session training course (in-person and virtual) will be offered on Nov. 12 and 19, 2022 at Moorpark College. To learn more or to register, visit volunteerventuracounty.org/need/detail/?need_id=372430.

ONGOING/UPCOMING EVENTS

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

FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL AT UNDERWOOD FAMILY FARMS | Through Oct. 31. We invite all to celebrate the season with us at our 25th Annual Fall Harvest Festival, featuring a corn maze, labyrinth, gourd tunnel, photo ops, pumpkin playhouse and more. Pick out a jack-o-lantern at the enormous pumpkin patch! Open daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m. $14 per person, Monday-Friday; weekend tickets available online only. Free for children under 2; $2 discount for seniors 65+, military, veterans and emergency first responders. Themed weekends throughout the month. Oct. 8-9: Farm Country. Oct. 15-16: Antique Tractors. Oct. 22-23: Wild West. Oct. 29-30: All About Pumpkins. 3370 Sunset Valley Road, Moorpark and 5696 E. Los Angeles Ave., Somis, underwoodfamilyfarms.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/.

FREE RANGE COMEDY IMPROV CLASS | Fridays, 7-9 p.m. through Nov. 11. Students will learn the basics of comedy improv through improv exercises and games, then perform their own showcase at completion. $125 for the six-week class held at the Camarillo Academy of Performing Arts, 2460 Las Posas Road, Camarillo. For more information, call 413-862-2433, email freerangecomedy@gmail.com or visit freerangecomedy.com.

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

JEST IMPROV | Saturdays, 2-4 p.m. Need to laugh or be silly? JEST Improv holds weekly, improv drop-in classes for beginners and all experience levels, Saturdays, 2-4 p.m. at Diversity Collective, 2471 Portola Road, Ventura. Classes are $15 each, or $10 each with JEST membership. More information at www.jestimprov.com.

PUMPKIN PATCH AT LIMONEIRA RANCH | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 30. The Limoneira Ranch, with wide open green vistas framed by mountains is the site of our fall fun in October. Each year our we strive to make our Pumpkin Patch bigger and better with great food, crafts, live entertainment, FFA Petting Zoo, famous 5.5 acre Corn MAiZE and of course our Pumpkin Chucker. Presented by the Rotary Club of Santa Paula. $12 general admission; $5-15 for attractions. Free admission for ages 2 and under and free parking. Please no dogs. 12471 Foothill Road, Santa Paula, 888-522-1884, sppumpkinpatch.com.

SOUND MEDITATION | Fridays and Sundays. Morning and sunset sound meditation sessions will take place weekly in person at the Viewpoint at Meditation Mount. Sunday morning sessions 10:30 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. 10340 Reeves Road, Ojai. For exact dates and times, visit meditationmount.org/events.

SUNSET YOGA AND SOUND MEDITATION | Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Connect

with your mind, heart and body in a picturesque outdoor garden setting

overlooking the beautiful Ojai Valley. Please bring your own yoga mat and

props, and a blanket (optional) for closing meditation, which will be accompanied by crystal singing bowls. $20; registration is required. 10340 Reeves Road, Ojai.

For exact dates and times, visit

meditationmount.org/events.

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