Explore Ventura’s Public Art with New Virtual Tour
Ventura, Calif. - The City recently launched a new geographic information system (GIS) map to showcase Ventura’s expansive public art pieces. Discover over 240 pieces of public art by more than 80 artists across town. Since 1991, the City’s Public Art Program has integrated different art forms into city landscapes, including murals, mosaics, sculptures, and more. “There’s a story behind each piece, and this tool makes it easier than ever to connect the public to these works of art and the artists who
Take To The Great Outdoors For Island Packers Winter Whale Watching And Excursions To The Channel Islands National Park And National Marine Sanctuary!
Take To The Great Outdoors For Island Packers Winter Whale Watching And Excursions To The Channel Islands National Park And National Marine Sanctuary! Ventura, CA - February 2025 - A winter whale watch excursion is the perfect way to gather with family and friends to witness the inspiring migration of Pacific Gray whales as they travel through the Santa Barbara Channel near Anacapa and Santa Cruz Island. http://islandpackers.com https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/directory/whale-watching/ “This mammoth
Community Fundraiser for California Fire Relief – A Day of Love, Support, and Giving
Community Fundraiser for California Fire Relief – A Day of Love, Support, and GivingThe Bonaventure Senior Living – A group of local artists and crafters are coming together to host a special fundraiser event in support of California Fire Relief. This heartwarming community gathering will take place on February 8th at The Bonaventure Senior Living, 10949 Telegraph Rd. Ventura, from 10:00-3:30. This fun-filled day will feature over 20 booths and tables filled with hand-crafted Valentine gifts, live music,
Wadada Leo Smith Residency at Ventura College: Feb.12-14
Wadada Leo Smith Residency at Ventura College: Feb.12-14• Pulitzer Prize Finalist trumpeter and composer comes to Ventura College• Three-day residency features conversations, workshops, and concerts VENTURA, CA... Pulitzer Prize finalist trumpeter and composer Wadada Leo Smith will come to Ventura College for a three-day residency in February of 2025. The residency is designed to engage the student body and community at large through conversations, workshops, and concerts. The residency will include both
People’s Self-Help Housing Celebrates 10 Owner-Builder Families in Nipomo
People’s Self-Help Housing Celebrates 10 Owner-Builder Families in NipomoConstruction complete on new neighborhood, Summer Holly LaneFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Central Coast, CA, January 29, 2025 – This past weekend, People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) celebrated 10 owner-builder families as they completed construction on and moved into their new neighborhood, Summer Holly Lane in Nipomo. Since beginning the project in August 2023, each family committed over 40 hours a week to
Visit Ventura Reveals New 2025 Inspiration Guide
Visit Ventura Reveals New 2025 Inspiration GuideThe new Visit Ventura 2025 Inspiration Guide once again inspires visitors to experience their own Ventura adventure while remaining rooted in the local community that makes Ventura shine. For Immediate Release: Ventura, Calif. (January 30, 2025) – Visit Ventura is proud to announce the release of the new 2025 Ventura Inspiration Guide. Every year, the Inspiration Guide brings together the heart, soul, and spirit of Ventura and its community to inspire
Ventura College Foundation Provided $738,558 In Direct Student Support During 2023-24 Academic Year
The Ventura College Foundation, a nonprofit organization that provides resources and financial assistance to Ventura College students and school programs, distributed $738,558 in direct assistance support to 7,858 students during the 2023-2024 academic year and another $1.33 million to 56 Ventura College programs across 14 departments and divisions. “The Ventura College student body is made up of 40 percent first-generation college students,” says Anne Paul King, Ventura College Foundation executive
$20,000 in STEM & Trade Scholarships - NEW Deadline - Feb. 28
The Shared Energy Future Foundation is accepting applications for its 2025 scholarships awarding $20,000 for STEM education and trade schools. High school seniors or those in first-year apprenticeships can apply for one of (10) $1,500 STEM scholarships or (5) $1,000 trade school scholarships. The deadline to apply has been extended! Apply by Friday, February 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. PT. SEFF’s STEM scholarships aim to empower students to pursue science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, fostering