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translation and children’s storytelling. Other community members offered free workshops: yoga instruction with Sarah Aspell, a Privilege Walk with Nicollete Walker of Showing up for Racial Justice (SURJ), a Medicare For All talk with RN & activist Gina Currie. “RRFMs are a chance to reimagine sharing in our community. Be it home goods, backyard veggies, or knowledge of gardening or knitting, we all have something to share and we all have something to gain,” said Event Organizer, Alyson Warner. Other talents shared included a collaborative art station with John Caravello, professional chair massage from Allen Chinn, a Tea Ceremony Mayor Sofia Rubalcava reading a story to young West Ventura resident, Cosmo, while Shannon with Taylor Buck and Julie Marie, seed López looks on. plantings with Shannon & Tomás López, and more. This event was made possible with Mayor supported the Ventura support from the Ventura chapter This wunderkind’s fingers have been on a of Black Lives Matters, Bike Ventura, guitar since age 4. Really Really Free Market Westside Community Development Corporation, Rincon-Vitova Insectaries, VMF’s live July City of Ventura Mayor Sofia Rubalcava chapter of the Democratic Socialists of Ventura Tenants Union, and the Diversity participated in the Ventura Really Really America (DSAVC), the event brought the Collective. 25th concert Free Market (RRFM) on the 4th of July, 9 community together to share their talents For more information on Ventura am-1 pm at Kellogg Park in West Ventura. and lightly used items with one another. RRFM, follow on Facebook at https:// presents Guitar Organized by the Ventura County Rubalcava shared her talents for Spanish www.facebook.com/RRFMventura. Competition in-person service,” said Ventura Mayor Gold Medalist Sofia Rubalcava. “Ventura, thank you for your sacrifices, commitment, and Andrea Roberto resilient spirit throughout it all. It is because of our community’s collective by Richard Newsham efforts that we are where we are today.” VMF consultant Cleanings and improvements at all 25-year-old guitar prodigy Andrea city facilities have been made to ensure Roberto from Foggia (in Southern Italy’s the health and well-being of residents, Apulia)—the Gold Medalist at the fifth businesses, visitors, and City staff when quadrennial Parkening International using public counters. Patrons and Guitar Competition in 2019—returns to vendors visiting City facilities and City California to demonstrate the musician- Hall will be required to wear masks ship that won him this coveted title for Has it been this long since City Hall was open? when indoors, and physical distancing the world’s preeminent guitar compe- shall be practiced. tition during the 2021 Ventura Music City of Ventura’s City Hall and “During the last year, the important Festival live concert on Sunday, July 25, and impactful work of the City continued at 3 pm, at the Pacifica High School’s Per- as we pivoted quickly to work remotely forming Arts Center at, 600 E Gonzales facilities have opened and provide virtual services,” stated Rd, in Oxnard. The City of Ventura has opened City Safer Economy and the full reopening of Ventura City Manager Alex D. McIntyre. This wunderkind’s fingers have been Hall and other facilities to the public on business sectors. “Bringing the public back is a significant on a guitar since age 4, under his father’s Monday, July 12, 2021. The reopening “We are thrilled to reopen city facil- step forward as we look to recover from tutelage, followed by admission at 9 aligns with the State of California’s ities and welcome the community back the pandemic. We are reopening City fa- Continued on page 3 move to Beyond the Blueprint for a after more than a year of being closed for Continued on page 15
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Community Events Having second thoughts 8- 2. Bromeliads, orchids, succulents, Ventura events garden art and more. Plant vendors about where you made your welcome, call Charlie at 805 746 4317. by Ana Baker The Ventura Downtown Lions Club will July 18: Come dance and listen to be selling a barbecued hot dog lunch for PREARRANGEMENTS? the sounds of the fabulous Larry $5 from 11- 2 to benefit their sight and Cossid Studio C Band at the House hearing projects. of Dance, 3007 Bunsen Ave, Suite E August 1: Mrs. Caroline Dudley and from 1-4p.m. Members $10, non-mem- other docents will lead tours of the bers are $15. This is an exciting, fun-filled 1892 Dudley Historic House Museum afternoon of Big Band Sounds and Pop on Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. Group Standard music brought to you by CCJC. size will be limited. Admission is free. The July 24: Bank of Books will have a Ventura Friends of the Library will be book signing with Betsy Blanchard holding a giant book sale on the grounds Chess from 1-3 p.m. Located at 748 E. and in the Community Room from 12 t o Main St. Call for more info: 643-3154. 3. The museum is located at the corner of Daughter of the Land is the story of a Loma Vista and Ashwood streets (197 N. — WE HONOR — free-spirited child of privilege sheltered Ashwood) in Ventura. For information amongst the lemon and orange groves of please call (805) 642 3345 or visit the PREARRANGEMENTS the Santa Clara Valley. This tale weaves website at dudleyhouse.org. both family legacy and how the author fits August 7: The Sespe Flyfishers of made at any other funeral home. into the story of her pioneering ancestors Ventura will again be conducting and draws them into life in a small agri- our “First Saturday” introductory If you’re concerned about changes at the funeral home where you’ve made cultural town and the Blanchard family. class on Fly Fishing and Casting the prearrangements, we have good news…we’ll honor them. July 27: Music journalist Mark Brickley Fly Rod. There is no charge and all are will join the Ventura County Library welcome. Whether you are an experienced If you would like information regarding transferring your prearrangements at 6:30pm with a new presentation, fly fisher or a complete novice, we want to our firm, or any other way we can help, please call us. “The Beatles: Road To Stardom.” to help you learn and enjoy this great This event will take place virtually via sport. If you do not yet have a fly rod, do Zoom. This multimedia journey traces not worry, just come and use one of ours. the Beatles musical legacy from their Please join us at Chumash Park, Petit 1956 Liverpool Skiffle band roots thru and Waco, 9-11 a.m., in East Ventura, the group’s 1964 televised performances off Telephone Rd. For every one’s safety, on the Ed Sullivan Show. It also features we ask all those attending please comply the Beatles film, A Hard Day’s Night. with any current recommendations by The presentation will be followed by a the Ventura County Health Department. JOSEPH P. REARDON BOYKO & REARDON question and answer session. This online For more information: Bob Smith (805) FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE TELEGRAPH ROAD MORTUARY & CREMATION event is free and open to the public. The 647-3522 www.sespeflyfishers.org 757 E. Main St. • Ventura, CA 93001 15 Teloma Dr. • Ventura, CA 93003 meeting ID and information can be 805-643-8623 805-765-4137 found at https://bit.ly/VCLBeatles. For FD#883 FD#2390 additional information, contact Dolly ReardonFuneral.com Ojai news and ©adfinity® Knight, Senior City Librarian, at 805- 340-7404, or [email protected]. July 28: The Ventura College Area events This is a move for the concerts from its teacher Carlo Marchione. Community Council will be holding The Humane Society of Ventura former time on Sunday evenings. The first His artistic career includes perfor- a Zoom meeting on Wednesday, at County in partnership with RedRover group to appear will be Brandon Fields mances throughout Europe, Mexico, 7p.m. An invitation and link to the Readers will visit the Ojai Library at and Friends, composed of two-times South America and the United States, meeting will be sent to everyone on the 2pm on Friday, July 23, and Friday, Grammy award-winning saxophonist including the 14-guitar-festival tour CACC mailing list. Council meetings August 20, to deliver two special Brandon Fields, four-time Grammy-win- of the European Euro String Project, include speakers, discussion on topics of reading events for school-aged ning percussionist Munyungo Jackson, radio broadcasts and first prizes at eight the neighborhood, community interest, children. and three-time Grammy nominated international competitions. In 2017 public safety, and economic development. RedRover Readers is a social and pianist Otmaro Ruiz. he recorded his first CD “El Viaje de la Karen Flock from the Ventura Housing emotional learning program that uses “We are moving away from strictly jazz guitarra italiana” (JSG Records). Authority will discuss inclusionary books about animals to help students musicians,” said Rich Tell, “and lining up His ambitious and wide ranging housing issues and housing affordabil- practice making responsible decisions and a series of LA’s finest musicians coming VMF program opens with 19th century ity. In addition, Ramie and Associates become more aware of themselves and their together under one roof to perform for Italian guitar virtuoso Mauro Giuliani’s will provide an update on the process communities. The program helps children fans in Ojai. These guys have recorded and dazzling “Grande Ouverture, Op. 61” for developing Ventura’s General Plan, develop the steps necessary for empathy: toured with the biggest acts over the last followed by five “Suite in D” dances which sets goals for the future. CACC recognize human and animal emotions, forty years. They are seasoned musicians from German Renaissance composer represents citizens in Council District share emotions, and regulate emotions. whose music will excite and delight an Michael Praetorius’ 300 piece collec- 3, neighborhoods between Dunning/ Each book and teaching guide meets audience.” For full credits on all of the tion “Terpsichore”; and three virtuosic Lemon Grove and Hill Road, north of Common Core and social and emotional artists these musicians have recorded and dance tunes by Renaissance composer Hwy. 126.
n I’m sure you know status and Covid-19 is not specific to n President Biden has signed several by now, but in case Maryland and is not limited to last month. Executive orders that he believes will help Member, Ventura Chamber of Commerce you don’t, beginning The new Delta coronavirus variant is consumers. One that could be of the most July 5, E.J. Harrison focusing on the dangers of the people who help asking the Food and Drug Administra- & Sons began weekly haven’t been vaccinated, so go get your vac- tion to work with states to allow the impor- The Ventura Breeze is your free local community residential curbside cination. Delta is more contagious, deadlier, tation of prescription drugs from Canada newspaper published every other Wednesday Sheldon Brown collection of all 3 and is quickly spreading. where they often cost a fraction of the US and circulated throughout Ventura and to many Publisher-Editor locations in Ojai and the Channel Islands Harbor bins; trash, household Currently, the variant accounts for prices. It also deals with the fact that the 10 located in Oxnard. recycling, and yard waste, at no addition- 1 in 4 cases in the U.S., according to largest healthcare systems control a quarter al charge. You no longer need to alternate estimates from the Centers for Disease of the market. It is believed that this results the weekly collections of recycling and Control and Prevention (CDC). But that in higher prices and less choice for patients. Publisher-Editor yard waste services. This service upgrade number could keep rising if vaccination There are other provisions that will help our Sheldon Brown is part of Harrison’s ongoing commit- rates don’t start picking up quickly poor health system. [email protected] ment to keep up with the rapidly evolving enough. Among those ages 18 and up in n Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA), Publisher Emeritus world of recycling on the road to zero the U.S., 57.4% are fully vaccinated, while during an interview on a conservative Staci Brown waste. It always amazed me how many 66.5% has received at least one shot. The podcast, compared House Speaker Nancy Assistant to the Publisher people couldn’t figure out which cans to life you save might be mine. Pelosi’s decision to continue to require Ana Baker put out, so they put out all 3 anyway. A true story. When Carmichael felt sick members of the House to wear masks on Contributing Writers n The city of Ventura has apologized for from side effects after her first COVID-19 the chamber floor to steps the Nazis took Richard Lieberman • Shirley Lorraine texts sent by a planner during a May 26 vaccine, her mother Jones decided to skip to control the Jewish population during the Sheli Ellsworth • Carol Leish Planning Commission meeting considering hers and hope for the best. Holocaust. Scary ain’t it that this woman is Jill Forman • Pam Baumgardner the 72-townhome Haley Point project in Her family said Jones contracted the in our government? Elizabeth Rodeno • Mira Reverente midtown Ventura. Delta variant and died June 9. They are Some House Republican leaders have Amy Brown • Richard Senate The associate planner, Jamie Peltier, was hoping no one else has to go through what condemned her incendiary remarks as well Cindy Summers seen texting. She was communicating with they went through and are encouraging as Jewish groups aimed at the Georgia con- an unnamed relative and city staff. In the text others to get vaccinated or wear a mask and gresswoman and the party leaders’ silence. Contributing Photographers she wrote, “I hate the public so much,” and socially distance. Richard Lieberman • Michael Gordon “Marjorie is wrong, and her inten- “They hate everything and everyone.” n The deadly heat wave that has dev- tional decision to compare the horrors In describing the Haley Point project, astated many parts of the country (Palm of the Holocaust with wearing masks is Distribution Jaime Baker • Mary Thompson Peltier wrote, “What a lovely development Spring’s 120, 130 in Death Valley) was appalling,” said House Republican Leader Alfred J. Lewis • Richard Lieberman that the community HATES (her caps).” impossible without human-caused climate Kevin McCarthy . James Gray • John Murchison Later, she described opponents of the project change that added a few extra degrees to the n All K-12 public schools in Florida will saying, “They went straight psycho.” record-smashing temperatures. An interna- hold a moment of silence at the start of Account Executives Ventura spokesperson Heather Sum- tional team of 27 scientists calculated that the day starting next school year, according Breezy Gledhill • Cindy Summers agaysay issued an apology saying, “It is un- climate change increased chances of the to a bill signed into law Monday by Gov. Web/Online Advisor fortunate that the employee used a personal extreme heat occurring by at least 150 times. Ron DeSantis. Cindy Summers mobile device to communicate with a family Luckily, we don’t know much about According to the law, principals of Print Production member during the meeting for commu- heat waves in Ventura. Hot here is 75, and each public school shall require teachers Alfred J. Lewis/studioNothing nications related to the public’s business,” we complain. in first-period classrooms in all grades to Printing Sumagaysay said. n Bible studies: Eating shellfish and set aside at least one minute but not more CA Web Print, Inc. (626)281-8989 “We deeply regret this happened. This wearing a shirt with two kinds of thread are than two minutes daily for the moment ------does not reflect the respect for the public to forbidden in Leviticus. of silence (will teachers be required to CONTACT US: which the city is committed.” n Bill Cosby has been freed from prison carry stop watches?). Teachers may not Events & Happenings I don’t believe texting should be allowed after Pennsylvania’s highest court over- make suggestions as to the nature of any [email protected] during meetings, unless an emergency or turned his sexual assault conviction. Some reflection that a student may engage in Opinions relevant to the proceedings. I think she people, including Bill Cosby, believe that he during the moment of silence, the law [email protected] should be removed from the commission or has been found innocent of his many crimes states. A period of “silent prayer or med- Articles and Photos should step down. against women. This is not the case - he is [email protected] itation” was optional for school districts The commission’s approval of this just as guilty today as he was 3 weeks ago. in the state prior to the new law. The Pet Page project was appealed to the City Council. On The Pennsylvania Supreme Court “It’s important to be able to provide each [email protected] Monday, July 12 the Council voted 7-0 to deny said that they found an agreement with student the ability every day to reflect and be Advertising [email protected] the appeal so the project will slowly proceed a previous prosecutor that prevented him able to pray as they see fit,” the Republican through other city approvals as necessary to from being charged in the case. Legal governor said before signing the bill. “The Ventura Breeze commence with the construction. scholars say that it was the right decision idea that you can just push God out of every PO Box 832 n Last month, 130 people died of because his 5th Amendment right not to institution and be successful, I’m sorry our Ventura, CA 93002 Covid-19 in Maryland. None of them were incriminate himself had been violated. founding fathers did not believe that.” Phone 805.653.0791 vaccinated, according to Maryland Gov. Attorney Erwin Chemerinsky stated, Regarding the separation of church Larry Hogan. In addition, unvaccinated “Even those who commit despicable and state, in his 1802 letter to the Danbury C people made up 95% of new Covid-19 cases crimes are protected by the Constitu- Baptist Association, Thomas Jefferson in the state and 93% of new Covid-19 hospi- tion.” Perhaps the prosecutor who made declared that when the American people The Ventura Breeze is printed with talizations, Hogan said. this possible should be made to finish adopted the establishment clause, they built soy based ink on paper with minimum The connection between vaccination out Cosby’s time in prison. a “wall of separation between the church 40% recycled content. and state.” Kid’s that want to pray can do that Mailbox at home and in church, they don’t need to do it in school, nor should they be To opinions to share a house or rent something required to do such. In the El Jardin courtyard on Main small and reasonably priced possibly in n A 10-year-old boy died in Philadelphia street near California street there was a private home. My references are im- on Saturday after finding a gun in his home a 100 year old Fiddle leaf fig tree, Ficus peccable, Check out my website Beverly and fatally shooting himself. Police said the There is no Lyrata. Usually these are house plants. Russell.com and other sources Amazon. boy and his 8-year-old sister found the gun This bad boy was at least 40 ft tall and com, Barnes Noble.com. in a cabinet in their home in North Philadel- in the sun. Ficus trees are notorious for I have been awarded two honorary phia while they were alone. security in surface roots and this guy was right up doctorate degrees in fine arts from According to the University of Wash- against the building, I’m sure that’s why Parsons School and Kendall College for ington, U.S. gun deaths is 100 times higher it’s gone, but gosh a hundred years? writing articles and books about architec- than Britain’s, and 200 times the Japan life, only John Gleason ture and design and also had the honor rate. Nearly 60% of gun deaths are from of receiving the most notable recognition suicide. Women are five times more apt to Let me get straight to the point. I miss by Mayor Koch of New York – Beverly be murdered by an abusive partner when the opportunity. living in Ventura Russell Day was designated August 26, abuser has access to a gun. I doubt if anyone by Beverly Russell 1986. This academic status led me to buys a gun thinking that they will kill them- – Mark I want to come back. I have lived invitations from several colleges, I am an selves or their partner. all over the world, New York, Chicago, OLLI teacher at CSU Channel Islands. London, Paris, San Miguel de Allende, Since then, I have written -a variety Twain Mumbai, Sydney, Australia, Hong Kong. of 20 books, the latest works are 4 Maisie We encourage you to send your opinions So why am I telling you this. The & Billy stories written during the Covid to [email protected]. Please bottom line is rents have gone sky high in lockdown of 12 months. limit them to about 300 words my favorite community - so I am looking Continued on page xx Ventura BREEZE July 14 – July 27, 2021 5 City News
The beautiful view from Grant Park. Photo by Michael Gordon. July is Parks and Recreation Month
The City of Ventura is celebrating to inspire and entertain community Parks and Recreation Month, an ini- members. Weekly prize drawings will tiative of the National Recreation and be given to people who share photos or Park Association (NRPA), and inviting short videos of their adventures. the community to share experiences, “Parks and recreation programs are memories, and stories about what parks at the center of many life experiences and recreation programs mean to them. and memories. Local parks are places to “Parks and Recreation Month gather with friends and family, spaces to provides a great opportunity to highlight celebrate life’s special moments, sites that the beauty of Ventura’s open spaces and connect us with essential community parks, the importance of recreation facil- services, and so much more,” said Ventura ities, and the positive impact they have Parks and Recreation Director Nancy on our wellness and quality of life,” said O’Connor. “I am proud to lead a team of Mayor Sofia Rubalcava. “Throughout amazing people who work hard to keep the COVID-19 pandemic, parks and providing essential recreation programs recreation centers have been essential and maintain Ventura’s beautiful trees, in contributing to Ventura’s strength, open spaces, and facilities.” vibrancy, and resiliency.” According to NRPA, 93% of adults Tree Town The City of Ventura Parks and in the U.S. say their mental health is Recreation Department maintains 31 improved by services offered by local traditional parks, 34 linear parks, three park and recreation professionals community centers, and offers an average and agencies. of 2,058 recreation programs annually. For details, visit www.cityofventura. In celebration of this national ca.gov/ParksRec, or follow the Ventura tradition, the City has planned various Parks and Recreation Facebook page. activities for residents of all ages and For information about NRPA, abilities, including weekly challenges visit www.nrpa.org.
for an evening of activities,” said VPD encourages Chief Darin Schindler. “Community policing is more critical than ever residents to before. It’s important for our residents and students to engage with our team participate in in a positive environment and know that we are truly here to serve them National Night and keep them safe.” From small potlucks and front
Out yard chats to larger block parties, Ventura neighborhoods are invited chalk drawing contests, and ice cream to participate in National Night Out, socials, neighborhoods are urged to on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 from 4 connect with neighbors, be creative, p.m.- 8 p.m. This is an opportunity and have fun! to engage in relationship building Registration is free and gives with Ventura Police Officers and Ventura Police Officers and city rep- elected officials. resentatives an opportunity to attend National Night Out is an annual local neighborhood events as time crime prevention event and com- and circumstances permits. munity-building campaign that The City of Ventura is committed promotes police-community partner- to maintaining the health and safety ships and neighborhood camaraderie of all Ventura residents and will be Many of Ventura’s trees are drought-stressed. If you have a young tree in your yard that make our neighborhoods safer closely following public health and or a city street tree in front of your house, a few buckets of water each week will help it all year round. safety guidance for outdoor events. survive. Ventura residents are encouraged To learn more about National There are over 30,000 street trees in the City of Ventura, so the city’s urban forestry to register at www.cityofventura. Night Out activities in the City crew appreciates each resident who can provide water for thirsty trees. ca.gov/NNO by Wednesday, July 28, of Ventura, contact Emily Graves, Mayor Sofia Rubalcava and the Ventura Tree Alliance encourage you to help our 2021. Community Outreach Specialist for urban forest stay healthy during the dry summer months! “National Night Out is a great the Ventura Police Department, at www.venturatreealliance.com opportunity for residents to turn on 805-339-4312 or egraves@cityofven- their porch lights and opt outside tura.ca.gov. 6 July 14 – July 27, 2021 Ventura BREEZE News & Notes
and other departments. inspired by grandparents who were At the same time CAPS Media Center receiving support in some of K&FT’s staff continue to broadcast and stream programs. They were a kinship family television programming on Channel 6, and had their 7-year old granddaughter Channel 15 and online. Plus, CAPS radio in their care. Their granddaughter really - KPPQ 104.1FM,continues broadcasting wanted to learn how to ride a bike, but and streaming a vast variety of engaging neither of the grandparents felt that original and acquired radio programs. Go they were physically capable of safely to capsmedia.org for more information. helping her. The grandmother reached All of us at CAPS Media encourage out to K&FT looking for help. That everyone to get vaccinated. The one phone call, sparked the idea for this sooner we are all vaccinated the sooner event which first took place in May of we can open the CAPS Media Center 2019. to our Members and the public. Our 2021 Bike Rodeo partners and thanks to everyone for continuing event sponsors donated helmets, bikes, to Stay Safe and Stay Strong during coloring books, bike safety gear, and these challenging times. more! Thank you to Crosspointe Church Ventura for the wonderful location and CAPS Media Productions for storage. Thank you to Pastor Matt, Mark and Lewis! Thanks to Joey and Mayor’s State of the City Message Alex from Bike Ventura for their bike instruction, safety expertise, additional Welcome to Summer. Here’s a contributions in greatly enhancing the event volunteers, bike service, and the roubust CAPS congratulations to all City’s ability to share its stories” convayed donation of 15 bikes. Thank you to 2021 elementary, middle, high school in a note from Heather Sumagaysay, CHP Ventura, Moorpark and San Luis and college graduates and their families Public Information Officer for the City Obispo, for their bike safety expertise, or- throughout Ventura. CAPS Media was of Ventura. At least 12 children learned how to ride a bike ganization of the bike course, donation thrilled to be part of the celebrations by The complete presentation will be for the first time. of helmets, coloring books, bike safety covering and livestreaming the ceremo- repeated (broadcast and streamed) on gear, and bringing additional volunteers nies from Buena High, Ventura High, El CAPS Media Channel 6 throughout the to the event. Thank you, Officer Steve Camino High, Foothill High, Pacific High month and the individual videos with the Supporting Lutzke and colleagues! Thanks also and VACE. The extensive productions City Council members and City Staff will goes out to … The Gene Haas Founda- held in the Buena, Ventura and Ventura air and stream interstititally on Channel those working tion, Project Bicycle Love, Royal Family College football statiums required all- 6 and 15 as well as included on the CAPS Camp, Camarillo Amber’s Light Lions hands-on-deck efforts and long hours for Media website at capsmedia.org/videos/. with Kids Club, The Local Love Project, Open all CAPS Crew members. Following the Recently the CAPS Media Executive Air Bicycles in Ventura, Raising Hope, productions, CAPS received a kind note Board met to discuss various issues Left Coast Parrot Heads and individual from Marieanne Quiroz, Communica- including the question of when to & Families donations that came from members of tions Coordinator for VUSD, “Thanks reopen the CAPS Media Center to CAPS the local community. to your CAPS team for the incredible Members and the public. Due to the Together These events are always a huge work work in making our graduations so pandemic the CAPS Media Center has Do you remember learning how success due to many dedicated and special! We could not have done it with been closed for the past 16 months. The to ride a bike for the first time? The amazing volunteers! 2021 Bike Rodeo out them!” board members discussed numerous con- struggles, the frustrations suddenly volunteers included members of: Bike Immediately following the gradua- siderations including the encouraging turning into exhilaration, pride and Ventura, CHP, Camarillo Amber’s Light tions the work continued when the entire vaccination rates in Ventura County, the joy as one achieves this childhood Lions Club, Left Coast Parrot Heads and CAPS Media crew pitched-in to produce State and County guidelines for public milestone! On Saturday, June 19th, at many local community members. a set of special videos for Mayor Sofia buildings, the recent emergence of the least 12 of the Ventura County foster, Kids & Families Together (K&FT) is Rubalcava’s recent “State of the City” Delta variant, and potential surges and adopted and kinship children attending a nonprofit that has been serving foster/ update. The videos included individual decided to continue with the cautious this Kids & Families Together and Heart resource, adoptive, kinship, and birth messages by the City’s seven Council position of keeping the CAPS Media 2 Heart event had never ridden a bike families throughout Ventura County Members (Sofia Rubalcava, Doug Halter, Center closed to the public for the next before. Within a few hours, they left the since 2000. K&FT works with children Mike Johnson, Jeannette Sanchez-Pala- few months. event with a bike, new helmet and the who have experienced trauma, abuse, cios, Jim Friedman, Lorrie Brown and Despite the CAPS Media Center confidence that comes from learning a neglect, loss, and multiple placements. Joe Schroeder). The council member being closed to Members and the public, new skill! K&FT also works with caregivers who messages were recorded on location the CAPS Media staff continues to work K&FT is grateful to the event need specialized education, support, in their respective districts with each throughout the pandemic shutdown. partners who made this day so and strategies to help raise safe, healthy, member sharing perspectives on the past, CAPS crews are in the community and memorable and successful for so many nurtured children who thrive. present and future of the city. A second in the CAPS studio every week recording Ventura County children! “With their For more information about K&FT video featured thirteen City department and producing multiple information- help, 80 children learned bike safety, please visit us at: https://www.kidsand- directors sharing personal messages on al and educational and supervise the enhanced their riding skills and at least families.org/ the past year’s unprecedented challenges broadcast of numerous meetings at City 12 children learned how to ride a bike To learn about all K&FT events and insights into plans for future for Hall including City Council meetings. for the first time! Just in time for some supporting Ventura County Foster/ their respecrive departments. The CAPS Crews have covered th County Summer fun!” stated Jeni Futvoye, Resource, Kinship, Adoptive, and “CAPS is a valued and appreciated COVID updates as well as videos for K&FT Community Resource Manager Bio-families please visit: https://www. partner. Thank you for your talents, and County Fire, Health, Public Information The creation of this event was kidsandfamilies.org/giftaway-events/
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Are you, or anyone you know, interested in SCAN Health Plan? Do you have questions about Medicare Advantage? Class for introduction to sprint canoe and kayaking held at the Harbor. I have more than 17 years of experience helping people The club is being rebuilt as the understand their options for Medicare coverage. If you’d like to learn more about your options, and hear what SCAN Ventura Canoe & Kayak Club has to offer, please give me a call. The club was originally known as at the Ventura Harbor and welcome both the “Ventura Olympic Canoe Club” and youth and adult athletes.” had many National titles in the late “If you are unable to attend one of our Michelle Michel 1970s and 80s. After a dormant period, free Saturday classes and still interested in the club is being rebuilt as the Ventura giving sprint canoe and kayak a try, please (805) 218-8220 Canoe & Kayak Club. contact us and we will make separate ar- Club membership can be for anyone 12 rangements with you.” ttps://www.ventura- Se habla español years old and up! Competition age brackets canoekayak.org/. Ventura County representative are set at under 18, under 16, and under 14 They had a really fun day launching divisions for youth. Adults may compete and learning how to canoe at the lovely for SCAN Health Plan in the Senior (or open) category, as well as Portside Ventura Harbor development’s master’s divisions. Masters age groups begin new non-motorized public launching ramp. at age 30, with different divisions spread out www.portsideventuaharbor.com.. scanhealthplan.com/michellemichel over 15-year intervals. With all of their coaches and volun- teers completely vaccinated and Covid-19 Calling the number will connect you to a licensed insurance agent/broker. numbers in the county dropping, they are now offering limited free beginner classes! Y0057_SCAN_12382_2021_C IA 03102021 S1714 03/21 Thanks to donations, they are able to offer these beginner classes for free. (They pay $10 per person for event insurance and will happily accept a donation should you wish to contribute.) Beginner events are limited to 10 people per session and we will be following Covid The award-winning lactation team at safety protocols. If you find you enjoy and Community Memorial Hospital is proud to like the sport, you will be invited to join the provide outstanding breastfeeding support. club and train regularly. Drew Story, Ventura Canoe & Kayak Club head coach stated “ I have been the CMH recognized chief organizer behind rebuilding our club. We were a big and extremely successful again for organization in the 70s and 80s (thanks going to Bill Bragg), with a record number excellence in of national championships and several club members being on Olympic and World breastfeeding Championship teams for the United States. I hope to revive our club and provide both care kids and adults with an opportunity to Community Memorial Hospital has enjoy this unique sport.” been recognized once again for offering “Our events are open to anyone 12 years high quality lactation care and top-notch old and up. All participants must be able assistance for breastfeeding families. to swim 100 yards unassisted and will be The International Board of Lactation required to wear a life jacket at all times. We Consultant Examiner® (IBLCE) and will provide life jackets and all equipment. the International Lactation Consultant We paddle sprint racing canoes and kayaks Continued on page 15
When visiting Olivas Adobe, Docent Mary Thompson can show you the wonderful living quarters and provide a historical overview of the families who lived there. Enjoy an afternoon filled with California history, art, and see Ventura County’s only remaining Monterey style adobe home from the Rancho-era. Olivas Adobe will open to visitors the Second annual Lemon Grove Neighborhood Fourth of July Parade. second Sunday of each month, May-August 2021, from 11am - 3pm. 8 July 14 – July 27, 2021 Ventura BREEZE News & Notes
More books, great bargains, nice open shelves. Hill Road Friends of the Library used book sales are also open. Gently used books of many genres, low prices with an honor box for payment. Open all library hours. Online bookstore still going with a more selective inventory. Pickup for now will be at the Foster bookstore. Remember that all purchases support your Ventura libraries! The Friends of the Library help with book purchases and programs. Volunteer opportunities: We need folks to staff the Foster bookstore. We would also like to have someone at Hill Road for a couple of hours once a week, to hand out online orders. If you are in- terested: bookstore@venturafriendsoft- helibrary.org. Summer Friends of the Library Book Sale and Community Event Gently used books offered by the Ventura Saturday July 31, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday Friends of the Library at Hill Road. August 1, noon-3 p.m. Dudley House Museum, 197 North Ashwood Avenue The Bookmark (at Loma Vista.) On Saturday there will be a plant sale About Libraries 8 a.m.-2 p.m., and a hot dog barbecue provided by the Ventura Downtown and Friends Lions 11 a.m. – 2 p.m ($5 for hot dog, chips and bottle of water.). by Jill Forman On Sunday 1 p.m.-4 p.m., free tours of Apology and Correction the Historic Dudley House and Museum. The Barbecue for the July 31 book Lovely setting, great book bargains, sale will be provided by the Ventura summer food, museum tour, plants… Downtown Lions. The Lions have been be sure to join us. Even if you just want so helpful to the Ventura Friends of the to come by and join the community in Library at book sales for years, providing celebration. “person power” when we need it most. Book groups at Foster and Hill My apologies to the Lions for misstating libraries the organization in my last column, and Both are returning to in-person dis- thanks for all the hard work! cussions. Bookstores back in business Foster meets the first Saturday of The Foster Friends of the Library the month 10-12. August’s book is The bookstore has moved to a larger area on Roundhouse by Erdrich. Information: the first floor of the library. Open 11:00 [email protected]. a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Continued on page 12
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“Perhaps I’m taking too many meds?” Nearly 14% with dementia are prescribed medicines affecting the central nervous system by Alzheimer’s Disease Cognitive Health Dementias Health Care Research Mental & Emotional Health About 14% of older adults with and pain not associated with cancer and dementia filled prescriptions for seizure disorders. However, the research- multiple medications that target the ers could not, based on the claims data, central nervous system (CNS), or the brain determine whether the drugs were pre- and spinal cord, according to a recent scribed to treat those conditions. study. The use of multiple medications, The researchers identified some lim- called polypharmacy, can increase the risk itations of their study that could point of serious side effects. Taking combina- to areas for further investigation. The tions of CNS-active drugs can lead to an study may have overestimated the number increased risk of falling, breathing issues, of people who actually took the drugs and heart problems. In addition, some because it counted prescriptions filled. CNS-active drugs can affect thinking and The study did not look at the reasons the memory — a side effect that is especially drugs were prescribed or their dosages. It troubling in people with dementia. The also did not determine whether the adults about getting started. which may lead to quitting. A steady rate of NIA-supported study, led by researchers at who took a combination of CNS-active How Much Activity Do Older Adults progress is the best approach. the University of Michigan, was published drugs had health problems that the drugs Need? To play it safe and reduce your risk of in JAMA on March 9.Nurse giving an older could cause, such as falls. According to the Physical Activity injury: adult medications. This study is the first to examine the Guidelines for Americans (PDF, 14.5M) Begin your exercise program slowly with Medications affecting the CNS are number of adults with dementia who live you should do at least 150 minutes (2 ½ low-intensity exercises. used to treat depression and other mental in the community — not in nursing homes hours) a week of moderate-intensity aerobic Warm up before exercising and cool health conditions, prevent seizures, and — and take a combination of CNS-active exercise, like brisk walking or fast dancing. down afterward. reduce pain. Older adults who have drugs. As the number of adults living with Being active at least 3 days a week is best, but Pay attention to your surroundings dementia sometimes have behavioral and dementia increases, better understanding doing anything is better than doing nothing when exercising outdoors. psychological symptoms, such as agitation how these drugs are used, their effects, at all. You should also do muscle-strength- Drink water before, during, and after or delusions. Health care providers may and associated risks could help health care ening activities, like lifting weights or doing your workout session, even if you don’t feel prescribe CNS-active drugs to treat those providers and dementia patients make sit-ups, at least 2 days a week. The Physical thirsty. Play catch, kickball, basketball, or symptoms, but evidence of the drugs’ ef- safer, well-informed care decisions. Activity Guidelines also recommend that soccer. fectiveness for the symptoms is limited. This research was supported by NIA as part of your weekly physical activity you Wear appropriate fitness clothes and To better understand how many grant R01AG056407. combine multiple components of exercises. shoes for your activity. people with dementia received a combi- For example, try balance training as well as If you have specific health conditions, nation of these drugs, researchers looked aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities. discuss your exercise and physical activity at Medicare claims data on more than If you prefer vigorous-intensity aerobic plan with your health care provider. 1 million adults ages 77 to 88 who had How older adults activity (like running), aim for at least 75 Don’t forget to test your current fitness dementia. The researchers analyzed the minutes a week. level for all 4 types of exercise—endurance, number and timing of prescriptions filled can get started How Older Adults Can Get Started balance, flexibility, and strength. You may to estimate the number of people who with Exercise be in shape for running, but if you’re not likely took combinations of the drugs. with exercise Exercise and physical activity are great stretching, you’re not getting the maximum The researchers found that 13.9% of How to Set Fitness Goals, Write a for your mental and physical health and benefit from your exercise. Write down your these adults filled prescriptions for three Plan to Add Exercise and Physical help keep you independent as you age. Here results so you can track your progress as you or more CNS-active drugs for more than Activity to Your Life are a few things you may want to keep in continue to exercise. 30 days in a row. More than half of those Deciding to become physically active mind when beginning to exercise. Make notes about how these test adults had the drugs for more than 180 can be one of the best things you can do Start Slowly When Beginning Exercise exercises feel. If the exercises were hard, do days. The researchers also found that for your health. Exercise and physical The key to being successful and safe what’s comfortable and slowly build up. If people who were prescribed a combina- activity are not only great for your mental when beginning a physical activity routine they were easy, you know your level of fitness tion of CNS-active drugs had higher rates and physical health, but they can help keep is to build slowly from your current fitness is higher. You can be more ambitious and of insomnia, mental health conditions, you independent as you age. Now, let’s talk level. Over-exercising can cause injury, challenge yourself. 10 July 14 – July 27, 2021 Ventura BREEZE
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The unit has the capacity for 43-beds. Expansion of Hillmont Psychiatric Unit alleviates waits for patients in crisis by Carol Leish “The Hillmont Psychiatric Unit was built person in question is stabilized, the hospital in 1995 and licensed for 43 beds,” according can discharge that person earlier without to Ashley Bautista, Public Information Officer approval from the court or a conservator. for Ventura County. “It replaced a 28-bed unit “The above recommendations are that had been licensed since 1978. supported by both Ventura County Behavior- “The unit has the capacity for 43-beds, al Heath and Ventura County Medica Center. and is currently staffed for 36 patients. The When it is determined that an individual is average length of stay is for 11 days. This gravely disabled and has not stabilized in 17 increased to 14 days during the COVID-19 days, the hospital either discharges and subse- crisis. If Hillmont is full, patients are sent to quently re-admits (if they missed the window I hope to see you there!! Optional Vista del Mar, here in Ventura, or out of the to file for temporary conservatorship), or files Mothers Against lunch at Winchesters Grill (632 E. Main county to Northridge, Glendale, or Southern for temporary conservatorship which is more Street) after the walk. 5% of the proceeds California Hospital in Van Nuys. restrictive than an additional 30 days. Rights Drunk Driving will go directly back to MADD. “With the $2 million proposal, part are protected by affording the individual a Gratefully, of Ventura County’s $2.5 billion budget, probable cause hearing.” Walk on July 24 Staci Brown which was recently approved,” according Dr. Fankhauser, CEO of both Ventura Please join Ventura locals Staci to Bautista, “an additional 7 staffed beds County Medical Center & Santa Paula Brown and Angelique Suddock as we do will be bringing the total capacity of Hospital, states: “We are committed to our mini fundraising walk for Mothers Mailbox Hillmont up to 43 beds. providing high quality, compassionate Against Drunk Driving to take place on Continued from page 4 “Yes, we agree that the County needs care to this population (those with mental July 24th at 11:00 am in front of Aloha’s What am I looking to recapture in irre- more beds/chairs/placement sites, and we illness), here in Ventura County.” Steakhouse on the Ventura promenade. sistible Ventura? Coming from a smogsville are looking at the full continuum from the We have invited the Ventura Sheriff’s illiterate desert, I long to riffle through the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit to Crisis Stabili- offices and expect to have some guests. books on the shelves at the Ventura Public zation Unit /Crisis Residential Treatment The Bookmark We will be walking to the end of the Library, where the intelligent librarians to residential treatment and board and care Continued from page 8 riverbed which is only 2.25 miles. We will introduced me to several exemplary fiction to incrementally enhance the eco-system at Hill Road meets the last Tuesday of the have snacks and a silent auction. authors unknown to me then, Ruth Rendell, all levels,” according to Bautista. “Since the month at 5 p.m. August’s book is I’ll Be Every year over 1000 lives are lost in Charles Finch to name just a few. The library county has a need for it with its population Gone in the Dark by McNamara. Informa- California due to substance impaired encouraged fund-raising and I was more of 840, 000, future expansion plans include: tion: [email protected]. driving on our roadways. Drunk Driving than happy to pitch in. adding Crisis Stabilization Units (6 chairs), Summer Reading Challenges remains the number one cause of death The Ventura Art Museum took up my which will be coming this fall to St. John’s Register: https://vencolibrary. on US roads. Mothers Against Drunk offer as a volunteer and fund raiser and in a Hospital in Oxnard; Crisis Residential beanstack.org/reader365 Driving (MADD) works to end drunk day or so after brief but necessary training I Treatment (16 beds), which will be coming Create a profile for each family member. driving, help fight drugged driving, was assigned to the front desk two or three to Santa Paula this fall; and, a Locked Mental Log reading minutes or books, complete support the victims of these violent times a week. Was it my British Accent Health Rehabilitation Facility (80-120 beds), activities, earn badges, and become eligible crimes, and prevent underage drinking that got me this prestigious job? Well my which we are looking to bring to Ventura for prizes. (All services are free). gratitude to those who picked up on the County in the near future.” Ongoing Library Events Your walk fees, or donations raise value of the Alistair Cooke connection. “Concerning the Advisory panel urging Minecraft Mondays – 4:00 to 5:30 pm. funds to prevent substance impaired The official tourist brochure accu- an option for longer hospitalizations of [email protected] driving crashes and educates thousands rately describes Ventura as a place of an those who are severely mentally ill in Ventura Storytimes - Stories and songs every throughout the state of California. Walk artistic culture and enduring history, that County,” according to Bautista, “I’ll refer to Monday and Saturday at 10:30. Visit Ventura Like MADD is the only large-scale com- checks stress and pretense at the door. us (Ventura County), adopting the provisions County Library’s Facebook page and the live munity-based activity that allows those The Rubicon Theater is a pivotal arena for of Welfare and Institutions Code #270.10 video will automatically start. impacted by drunk driving to take steps to artistic diversity, see www rubicon.com. et seq. (Article 4.7 of Chapter 2 of the Lant- Globetrotting Storytime - Mondays stop drunk driving in their communities. And there is more…the harbor, fishing, the erman-Petris-Short [LPS] Act) (hereinafter for stories and songs with an emphasis on Please register under “Team Brown beach, Channel Islands, the scenic hikes, WIC & 5270) which discusses the possible world view. & Suddock” it is $25. If you can’t the Botanical Gardens, the Pier, the annual provision for people requiring acute psychi- Bedtime Stories Live Join Ms. Mayra for walk with us, we would love if you can Music Festival which draws participants atric treatment longer than that currently bilingual bedtime stories Mondays, 7 pm. donate under the same name. Help from international venues. No exaggeration afforded under the Welfare and Institutions Art Lessons Live – Wednesdays, save thousands of lives by sacrificing to say Ventura is a privileged locale. Code & 5250, in order to avoid the costly 3:00 pm. the price of a meal (well, an expensive And thank my lucky stars (I was born and unnecessary filings of Temporary Con- Miss Kat will show you how to draw a meal). Please let me know if you have a Sagittarius traveler) I am retreating to my servatorship petitions. Thus, if adopted, a different children’s book character. Bring any questions or are having difficulty true destination San Buenaventura Ventura. WIC & 5270 hold would allow an individ- your favorite drawing tool and a piece of with registration by calling my work line where the benevolent wind is at my back. ual with serious mental illness to be held paper. Visit the library’s Facebook page and at 714-838-6199 Ext. 6649. www.beverlyrussell.com for up to an additional 30 days. But, if the the video will automatically start. Ventura BREEZE July 14 – July 27, 2021 13 Police Reports by Cindy Summers Robbery Arrest Police reports are provided to us by the Ventura On July 4, at 2:30 am, Ventura Police Police Department and are not the opinions of Patrol officers responded to a report of a the Ventura Breeze. All suspects mentioned robbery that had just occurred in the 1300 are assumed to be innocent until proven guilty Block of Greenock Lane. The suspect con- in a court of law. fronted the two victims who were sitting in their parked vehicle. The suspect brandished Robbery Arrest a knife and stole watches from both victims. On December 6, 2020, Officers During the robbery, the suspect showed the responded to a robbery that had occurred victim’s a gang tattoo while also claiming in the parking structure at the Pacific View to be a member of a local gang. After the Mall. In this incident, the two suspects robbery, the suspect fled in a dark colored chased the victim, The victim ran to his car sedan. The victims called 911 and followed and was attempting to get in his vehicle the suspect vehicle. when 19 year old Ventura resident James Patrol officers arrived on scene and Cruz began to fight with the victim as the conducted a traffic stop on the suspect other juvenile suspect acted as a lookout as vehicle around the area of Telephone Rd and the crime unfolded. Cruz forcibly removed Chalmette Ave. A passenger in the vehicle, property from the victim. The two suspects 32 year old Christopher Hernandez, was fled on foot after the robbery with the identified as the suspect and placed under victim’s property. arrest. Officers located the knife used in the An additional incident occurred on robbery and recovered the stolen watches, March 27, 2021, as the victim was in a which were later returned to the victims. parking lot in the 2000 Block of Victoria Hernandez was arrested and booked Av. The victim was talking to acquaintances at Ventura County Jail for Robbery (felony) when Cruz drove by, displayed a handgun, and Gang Enhancement (felony). and shouted vulgarities at the victim. A search of the Ventura County Search warrants were served at the Superior Court website revealed Hernandez suspects’ residences by Ventura Police De- has arrests for Domestic Battery and Battery tectives. with Serious Bodily Injury. On June 30, Cruz, who was already in Stolen Vehicle and Possession of custody, was booked on additional charges Stolen Firearm Arrest of robbery and brandishing a firearm. On July 7, at approximately 12:30 pm, a The additional juvenile suspect was Ventura Police Traffic Enforcement Officer arrested at his residence and booked into was patrolling in the area of Chestnut St. Ventura County Juvenile Hall for receiving and Thompson Blvd. when he observed stolen property stemming from the robbery. a stolen Mazda SUV driving in front of Narcotics Arrest him. The officer initiated a traffic stop and On June 30, at 9:30 pm, Ventura Police contacted the occupants. Department patrol officers contacted a During the investigation, it was deter- subject, 45 year old Ventura resident Jason mined 37 year old Wyoming resident Brandi Quinn in the parking lot of the 76-gas Price was driving the car, and it was stolen station. Quinn was displaying erratic in Los Angeles. Price also possessed Meth- behavior consistent with being under the amphetamine and drug paraphernalia. She 7/3 9:36am, received report of four influence of a controlled substance. was arrested and booked in Ventura County Harbor Patrol personal watercraft operating recklessly During the subsequent investigation, Jail for driving a stolen vehicle, possession of in the surfline near Faria beach. Officers officers determined Quinn was under the controlled substances, and paraphernalia. advised they will attempt to contact the influence of a controlled substance and The passenger, 55 year old Ventura Blotter group if they head back to Ventura Harbor. recovered a large quantity of Fentanyl and resident Joseph Martinez, also had felony Just a few of the things the Harbor Patrol Contact was made at the launch ramp. evidence of narcotics sales on Quinn’s warrants for possession of narcotics and tends to. 11:21am, dispatched to a fall victim on person and inside his vehicle. a firearm. He was placed under arrest and fishing vessel Pacific Dawn. Officers As a result of the investigation, Quinn searched. During the search officers located 6/28 12:50pm, received a request to responded and assisted the patient off the was arrested for under the influence of a a loaded stolen handgun. The gun was stolen remove a dead sea lion near the Ventura vessel and to the AMR paramedics gurney controlled substance and possession of in Santa Barbara. Martinez was booked Rivermouth at Surfers Point. Officers then they transported the patient with a narcotics for sales. in Ventura County Jail for possession of a advised that the area is out of Harbor Patrols back injury from the fall. A search of the Ventura County Superior loaded firearm in a vehicle, possession of a jurisdiction and recommended contacting 4:45pm, received report of a water rescue Court shows that Jason Quinn has prior stolen firearm, and his warrants. City of Ventura and a local agency CIMWI near the entrance to the keys, barranca arrests for burglary, commercial burglary, Catalytic Converter Theft with Arrest (channel islands marina wildlife institute) to Officers responded in RB19, but were weapons violations, conspiracy, narcotics On the July 7, at approximately assist with removal unable to reach the two paddle boarders violations including numerous arrests for 4:00 pm, Ventura Police Officers were 7/1 6:50pm, received a report of a who were beset by the wind and unable to narcotics sales. contacted in the parking lot of Lowes, disabled sailboat colliding with moored paddle out of the barranca. The RWC was Felony Assault Investigation and 500 S. Mills road, regarding a theft of vessels in the Derector marina from TowBoat utilized to tow the pair. They were transport- Arrest a catalytic converter from a vehicle. US. Officers responded in RB17 and inves- ed to launch ramp and released. On October 20, 2020, the Ventura Police Investigating officers learned that two tigated the boating accident; minor damage 7/4 5:30am, observed Small Craft Department began an investigation into an male suspects were seen under a pick-up was observed and the disabled vessel was Advisory issued this afternoon for July 4th incident where a victim’s vehicle had the truck using a saw to remove the catalytic towed to the Port Districts longdock until it 12:23pm, dispatched to an assault at the brake lines severed while it was parked at the converter. After removing the catalytic is towed South in the AM 4Points Sheraton. Patient refused care. Santa Clara parking structure. The victim converter, the two males entered a vehicle 7/2 6:45am, received a request to assist 10:03pm, receiving multiple complaints drove away from the parking structure and and fled the area. The suspects were last Ventura PD with a wanted individual in the about fireworks around the harbor. Officers the braking system of the vehicle began to seen traveling northbound on Mills Rd. area of the launch ramp. Eventually the were unable to locate offenders for various fail. The victim was able to stop her vehicle Responding officers searched the suspect was arrested without incident. reports of illegal fireworks. before a catastrophic failure occurred. surrounding area and located the suspect During the investigation, it was deter- vehicle on Telegraph Rd at College Drive. mined that a former acquaintance of the Officers initiated an enforcement stop, and victim, 54 year old Simi Valley resident Pedro three occupants were detained while officers Galindo, was responsible for severing the conducted an investigation. During the brake lines. A search warrant was conducted investigation, officers located two catalytic in January at Galindo’s residence in Simi converters and tools to remove them inside Valley to seek physical evidence. the suspect vehicle. On July 1, 2021, enough information Abel Mendoza, 25 year old Bakers- was obtained regarding the crime and an field resident and 34 year old Bakersfield arrest warrant was issued. Ventura Police resident Jose Avelardes were arrested for detectives located Galindo at his place possession of burglary tools, grand theft, of employment in Glendale and he was vandalism, and conspiracy. In addition to subsequently arrested for his outstanding the above charges, 31 year old Bakersfield warrant. resident Kristina Lavidas was arrested Galindo was booked into Ventura for outstanding warrants and providing County Jail on charges of felony assault. false identification to a police officer. 14 July 14 – July 27, 2021 Ventura BREEZE The Pet Page
n SPAN Thrift Store owners during their stray hold period will is now open to the be transferred to the Camarillo Animal public and looking Shelter or further services and to be made for donations of adult available for adoption. The Simi Valley Scamp Club clothing, household Animal Shelter will be open Tuesday – (Scampclub pets are not for adoption.) items and tools if Sunday from 12:00pm – 5:00pm. Dedicated you’ve got items you VCAS looks forward to resuming pet to Scamp no longer use. adoptions in the future at the Simi Valley SPAN Thrift Animal Shelter as the final step in our Store is providing low cost spays and phased reopening plan. neuters for low income households with n How often do dogs need to see Hi: I’m Pebbles, cats and dogs. the vet? a 3-year-old Shih There are two upcoming clinics in Just like you need an annual trip to the Tzu. I just like to July. doctor for a yearly exam and some preven- hang around and be First one will be at SPAN Thrift Store tive screenings—so does your dog. In fact, adorable. I don’t need parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons when you commit to adopting a puppy or to do much because on Main) on Tuesday, July 20th, and older dog, you’re basically signing up for I’m so cute. a second one on Tuesday, July 27th at regular vet visits with your pooch. Shiells Park, in the parking lot, located at It depends on your dog’s age and 649 C St., Fillmore, 93015.. health conditions, says Dr. Amy Stone, Please call to schedule an appoint- clinical assistant professor at the small ment (805) 584-3823. animal hospital at the University of n On May 18, the City Council Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. approved a 5-year agreement with the “Puppies, like human babies, go to the County of Ventura to provide animal doctor quite a bit in their first year control services for the City of Ventura. of life for immunizations and other Join Scamp Club The City has relied on Ventura young animal issues. Once they are fully Animals of all sorts can join the ScampClub. Email me your picture County Animal Services (VCAS) to immunized and probably spayed or anda little about yourself to [email protected]. provide animal-related services for over neutered, they typically need to come in You will be in the Breeze and become world famous. 30 years. for a visit yearly,” she says. The agreement provides animal care If your dog has a health condition, services, field services, rabies control, they may need to be checked more often. animal nuisance hearings, animal license Plus, depending upon their breed, Dr. Lost pet? Go to LostCatVenturaCounty.com or processing, administrative citation pro- Stone recommends starting biannual LostDogVenturaCounty.com - free websites for finding and cessing, and license canvassing. visits when your pup starts becoming posting when you’ve lost or found a cat or dog. Ventura County Animal Services more of a senior. In general, that’s over (VCAS) provides two types of animal seven years for small dogs and over five control services in the City of Ventura. years for large dogs. “Unfortunately, Those services are identified as basic dog’s lifespans are much shorter, so this during these visits? seem to make a difference and kids services and field services. The basic becomes important to keep them healthy Absolutely. “You certainly catch many were happy about having the pets with services include services that the City for as long as possible,” says Dr. Stone. things with regular appointment,” says them,” said Dr. Carol Rosen, a professor is legally obligated to provide for its What happens when my dog visits the vet? Dr. Stone. “Kidney disease, endocrine emeritus in pediatrics at Case Western residents under state law. The most important thing that issues (hypothyroidism, diabetes), and Reserve University School of Medicine All the basic services are described happens during these vet visits is a arthritis are just a few of the important in Cleveland. “Of all the things to worry below: physical exam. “That will guide the vet- diseases that can be caught early so that about, this is probably one less thing to Animal Shelter Services erinarian into what other testing may be they are not debilitating for your canine worry about.” Animal License Processing: The needed to monitor your dog’s health,” companion,” she says. An estimated 30% to 50% of children standard City of Ventura license fees are says Dr. Stone. Also, on the table? Blood So don’t put off your dog’s regularly and adults regularly share their beds with $25 for spayed or neutered animals and work and parasite monitoring and any scheduled exams. They’re an important pets, according to the study. Up to 75% $105 for animals that are not. vaccines that your dog is due for at that part of keeping her healthy, happy, and of households with kids have pets. Those Administrative Citation Processing: time, along with weight and a general disease-free. And visiting the vet for an who shared a bed with their pet often A Ventura Police Services Officer is health assessment of your pup’s ears, exam when they’re healthy helps your reported the highest overall subjective responsible for handling any adminis- eyes, teeth, belly, heart rate, coat, and pup get used to going and being handled sleep quality. trative appeals from citations issued by a discussion of any trouble—whether by the veterinarian. Researchers suggested that the Animal Control Officers. health or behavioral. n HealthDay News- Does your reason may be because these kids view Animal Nuisance Hearings What if my dog hates walking through the vet’s teen have the family cat or dog as their pets as close friends and find their Rabies Control doors? a nighttime sleep mate? Is that even presence comforting. In addition to the basic services, the The best thing you can do is try and good for a child’s sleep? “There’s a range of things that are a City pays for field services at 20 hours per make vet visits as happy as possible. If In a new study, sleeping with a little bit different, why someone might week of an animal control officer’s time. the dog is food motivated, plan a vet visit four-footed friend appears to be fine have those problems if they’re toddlers, These services are: when they’ll be hungry and then provide for pre-teens and teens. For them, preschoolers, school age or teenagers,” Field Services: These services include high-value treats–peanut butter and sleeping with a furry family member Rosen said. answering calls for service, picking up spray cheese–to reward staying calm and doesn’t appear to negatively impact Though it might be okay to let a child dead animals, capturing and transport- good behavior. Sometimes the different sleep, according to new research from who needs comfort bring Fido or Fifi to ing animals, investigating nuisance com- treats at the vet’s office are enough to Concordia University in Montreal. bed, Rosen said if a “child’s really fearful plaints, investigating animal abuse and entice a reticent dog. You can also try “It was a pretty rigorous study on or crying at night, then you probably mistreatment, license compliance, and wearing your dog out before a vet visit. kind of a quirky little subject, but the want to talk to your pediatrician or think rabies control. A long walk, a romp at the park, or even bottom line seemed to be that it didn’t about seeing a sleep medicine specialist.” n Ventura County Animal Services an hour at the dog park could tucker him opened the Simi Valley Animal Shelter on out enough to keep him better behaved Mutts Saturday, July 10th, as a holding facility and less concerned at his exam. Call or go only, for the reclaim and drop-off of lost/ visit your veterinarian without your pet found dogs and cats. This is the next to make a plan if visits have been difficult step in their phased reopening plan. Pet in the past. There are also calming medi- adoptions at this location will resume at a cations you can try for extreme cases. later date. Animals not reclaimed by their Can the vet catch cancer or other problems SPAN Thrift Store $10 Low/No Income SPAY/NEUTER ANIMAL NETWORK Spay & Neuter $10 Low/No Income Requesting Donations of Clothing, Tuesday, July 27th Spay & Neuter Tools and Small Kitchen Appliances Shiells Park parking lot. Tuesday, July 20th 649 C Street, Fillmore, CA 93015 in SPAN parking lot. WE ARE OPEN! Must call for appointment Must call for appointment (805) 584-3823 (805) 584-3823 10am - 4pm Tues, Thurs & Sat Call us today! 805.641.1170 110 A & B N. Olive St., Ventura CA 93001 www.spanonline.org Ventura BREEZE July 14 – July 27, 2021 15 The Pet Page Forever homes wanted
Hi: I’m Pippa, a beautiful 4- year -old Bas-nji X in need of a new home. I was rescued from Animal Services where I was found as a stray. My finders said I was good with kids (ages unknown) and I have some energy. It’s unknown how I’d do with other dogs or cats. I was in a foster home for a short while. They said I was a great dog, but I kept jumping the short fence to torment the chickens. If you have room in your heart and home for me, please fill out an application to meet me. CANINE ADOPTION AND RESCUE LEAGUE C.A.R.L. This ’n’ That Easy going, resilient and affectionate, Josie is always registration only. who hold the prestigious International ready to make a new friend. To learn more, visit www.cityofventura. Board Certified Lactation Consultant Her favorite activity is social- ca.gov/ParksRec. (IBCLC) certification and for providing izing, whether it’s meeting Special Event Permit Applications a lactation program for breastfeeding someone new or just Applications for block parties, free families. In addition, CMH demonstrat- hanging out a home with speech events, parades, processions, athletic ed that it has recently completed activ- you. She loves walks, is crate and sporting events, walk-a-thons, and ities that help protect, promote, and trained and would love festivals will be accepted digitally. support breastfeeding. to have a calm and quiet Before advertising or promoting your The IBCLC Care Award is given to home just like her. Ventura event, be sure to receive conditional approval hospitals, medical practices, clinics, or County Animal Services - from the City to ensure the date and event agencies that staff professionals who Camarillo location - 600 location you are requesting is available. hold the International Board-Certified Aviation Drive To learn more, visit www.cityofventura. Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) certifica- Josie A768745 ca.gov/SpecialEventPermits. tion and provide a lactation program for The City of Ventura is committed to breastfeeding families, among other re- maintaining the health and safety of the quirements that promote top breastfeed- public and will be closely following Cal/ ing care. IBCLCs help families overcome OSHA’s COVID-19 Prevention Emergency breastfeeding challenges, provide Temporary Standards (ETS). accurate information, and support Even with California relaxing distanc- families as their baby grows. They assist ing and masking requirements, the risk of families returning to work or school, help This ’n’ That community spread still remains high, and families in more unusual situations such the COVID-19 vaccination remains critical as breastfeeding more than one baby or City of Ventura’s City Hall opened to slowing community transmission. To nursing a sick or premature infant, and Getting back Continued from page 1 find a vaccine near you, visit www.ventura- help train nursing staff to manage basic cilities for business and looking forward to countyrecovers.org. breastfeeding care. to normal: serving the community in-person again.” CMH provides support and informa- City Facility Reopening tion to families during pregnancy, after helping your City Hall and City facilities will CMH recognized again birth, and as the baby grows. CMH also reopen for normal business hours. Hours Continued from page 7 offers a virtual Breastfeeding Support family through of operation vary at each location. For more Association (ILCA) recognized CMH Group that meets on Thursdays from details, visit www.cityofventura.ca.gov. for excellence in breastfeeding care by 2-3:30 p.m. and is led by a registered City Council, Boards, and awarding CMH with their IBCLC Care nurse and certified lactation counselor. COVID-19 Commission Meetings Award for 2021. CMH has received this CMH’s New Parent Resource Center is Public meetings will continue to be award many times previously. located at 2580 E. Main Street in Ventura. transitions hosted virtually as well as be open for “CMH is proud to be the premier Call 805/948-BABY (2229) or email new- Many people struggled with mental limited in-person participation with social birthing center in Ventura County,” said [email protected] health challenges during this last year, often distancing and masking required. The first Megan Rodarte, director of Maternal for more information. exacerbated by lockdowns, isolation, new modified in-person City Council meeting Child Health Services at CMH. “Part of Community Memorial Health stresses, and societal turmoil. As American will be hosted on July 19, 2021. our ongoing commitment to excellence System is a not-for-profit health system society now slowly transitions to more To participate virtually in public is ensuring that breastfeeding education, that comprises Community Memorial “normal times,” Community Memorial meetings, visit www.cityofventura.ca.gov/ support, and resources are available to Hospital, Ojai Valley Community Health System is helping families find ways AgendaCenter. CMH families and to our community as Hospital, a skilled nursing facility, to cope and move forward. Virtual City Services a whole.” and several primary and specialty care The public is invited to join CMHS As the City reopens, Ventura’s services CMH received the IBCLC Care Award clinics that serve communities through- psychologists at a free online seminar as they will continue to be available online, ensuring in recognition for staffing professionals out Ventura County, California. discuss the current mental health crisis and residents and businesses have more options the deep impact of COVID-19 on families. to take care of important matters and Participants will learn coping strategies as they connect with City staff. prepare to transition back to school, work, and Electronic applications for City permits other normal routines during uncertain times. and development projects must be submitted The free virtual seminar takes place at 6 online. Residents, developers, and business p.m. on Thursday, July 22. To attend, please owners can visit www.cityofventura.ca.gov/ RSVP at www.cmhshealth.org/RSVP. This PermitServices to submit applications. event is hosted by Community Memorial Parks & Recreation Health System as part of its 2021 Speaker Parks, beaches, golf courses, tennis Series Online. Participating psychologists and pickleball courts, the Ventura include Dr. Ronda Doonan, director of Aquatics Center, and public restrooms Behavioral Health and Resident Well-Being are open. for CMHS’ Graduate Medical Education; The Ventura Avenue Adult Center Dr. Shirah Bale, who specializes in be- as well as other community centers havioral health and mindful practices for and recreational buildings are open to wellness; and Dr. Monique Boswell, a spe- pre-registered participants participat- cialist in the treatment of Post-Traumatic ing in scheduled activities, camps, and Stress Disorder (PTSD). programs, which are available by advance 16 July 14 – July 27, 2021 Ventura BREEZE
Fri 7/16: Laith Al-Saadi Made West Brewing Sat 7/17: Ray Jaurique & the Uptown 1744 Donlon Street, Ventura Brothers Sat 7/17: RJ Bloke (4 pm) Sun 7/18: Natalie Wattre Sun 7/18: Gianna Bella (3 pm) Fri 7/23: Josh Smith Thurs 7/22: RJ Mischo (7 pm) Sat 7/24: Cash Cats Manhattan Restaurant Canyon at Oxnard PACC 5800 Santa Rosa Rd, Camarillo Oxnard Performing Arts Center Fri 7/16: Jackson Jones Trio (6:30 pm) Sundays: The House Arrest Band Margarita Villa (1-4 pm) Ventura Harbor Village The Cave Music 8-11; Sundays 5-8 4435 McGrath Street Fri 7/16: Corsican Brothers Ventura Sat 7/17: Crosscut 805 Music 5:30 – 8:30 Sun 7/18: Doc Rogers Band by Pam Baumgardner Tequila & Tacos Music Festival Thursdays: Bobby Apostol Fri 7/23: Reign VenturaRocks.com will be held over the weekend of July Fridays & Saturdays: Warren Sat 7/24: Bejammin’ It’s easy to forget just how ther- 24 and 25 at what is being called Takahashi Sun 7/25: John Young & Friends apeutic live music can be. Music Surfer’s Point Live, which is better Channel Islands Harbor Namba affects us, it affects our moods, and known as the Ventura County Fair 3333 Peninsula Road, Oxnard 47 S. Oak Street, Ventura it can even change our outlook from parking lot, the same location Concerts 4-6 pm Sat 7/17: Francisco Leon grim to optimistic. If you’re stressed where Concerts in your Car were Sat 7/17: Psychedelic Summer Ojai Underground Exchange out, say for instance after having held. The Saturday date will feature Sat 7/24: Brandon Ragan Project 616 Pearl Street, Ojai endured a world-wide pandemic the rescheduled Vanilla Ice and Tag Copa Cubana Fri 7/16: Women of Americana and you could use some help easing Team show, along with Adelaide. Ventura Harbor Village Sat 7/17: Kelly’s Lot back into being a social being again, Sunday they’ll have a tribute to Tuesdays: McWorter Berghoff & Sun 7/18: Perla Batalla then I highly recommend getting Selena & Latina artists. Jones (7 pm) Fri 7/23: Little Days yourself out to enjoy live music. The Don’t forget the Ventura Music Sat & Sun: Ken Devoe (Noon – 6 pm) Sat 7/24: Eva & the Vagabond Tales genre is your choice of course, as it’s Festival limited edition this year Crown & Anchor Prime Steakhouse so subjective. is a 100% vaccinated event. You’ll 2891 Thousand Oaks Blvd, 2209 E. Thompson Blvd But you can’t go wrong with need to upload “proof” of your Thousand Oaks Ventura, CA Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. They’ll vaccination when ordering tickets Thurs 7/15: Teresa Russell (5 – 8 pm) Music 6-9 pm be performing on Saturday, July in order to provide as safe an event Four Brix Tues: Danny D - “Dinner with Frank” 17 at Libbey Bowl, along with Dr. as possible for their 2021 program. 2290 Eastman, Ventura The Raven Tavern T. & the Blues Criminals. Tickets July 23 is Aubrey Logan, July 24 Music 6-8 pm on Fridays, Sat & Sun 1651 S. Victoria Ave., Oxnard start at $28. And speaking of the is Time for Three and July 25 it’s 1 – 3:30 pm Fri 7/16: Vanise Terry Band Bowl, other dates include Grateful Andrea Roberto. All three concerts Fri 7/16: Brix Brothers Sat 7/17: The Wild n Free Shred on July 16, Blue Oyster Cult will be held at the Pacifica High Sat 7/17: Teresa Russell & Stephen Fri 7/23: Foo Flannels on July 23, Little River Band on School’s Performing Arts Center. Geyer Sat 7/24: Simi Rat Pack August 7 and Ambrosia, John Ford Go to VenturaMusicFestival.org for Sun 7/18: Vanise Terry Band Relm Coley, and Peter Beckett of Player ticket information. Sun 7/25: Jacob Marquez & the Good 2390 Las Posas Rd., Camarillo on August 22. Quick Notes: Tuesday Blues Vibes Fri 7/16: Jade Hendrix Back in the day I use to enjoy Days are packing in the dancers at Grapes and Hops Sat 7/17: Blanket of Clouds the music events at Zoey’s that Copa Cubana in the Ventura Harbor, 454 E Main St, Ventura Sat 7/24: Lucano Germann were billed as “music in the round” this month they feature Shawn Music 8 pm unless other noted Star Lounge meaning a number of artists would Jones and other artists; Bobby Thursdays: LA Jazz Experience (7 pm) 343 E. Main Street share the stage and take turns show- Hart & Friends play Winchesters Fri 7/16: Davey Miller Trio Ventura, CA casing their original tunes with the on Thursday, July 15; this month’s Sat 7/17: Dive Bar Steve (2 pm); Mojo Sat 7/17: CRV other artists backing them up. So, Dinner & Music show at Caffrodite Monkeys Taqueria Jalisco I can only imagine that will be the will be the jazz duo of Tom Collins Sun 7/18: Shawn Jones acoustic (2 4275 Tierra Rejada Rd., same case scenario when the Ojai & Tom Etchart on Friday, July 16; pm) Moorpark Underground features “Women of in honor of Buena High’s reunion Fri 7/23: The Tossers Music 5-9 pm Americana” on Friday, July 16th. weekend, the Funnels and Johnny Sat 7/24: Nick and the Oldies (2 pm); Tuesdays & Fridays: Jim Friery The live performance/broadcast Knows No One will be jamming on Duncan and the Dragon Slayers Tony’s Pizzeria live stream will feature the talents Friday, July 16 at Vaquero y Mar; the Sun 7/25: The Swilly’s and Friends 186 E. Thompson Blvd, Ventura of Pi Jacobs, Manda Mosher, Celia Jackson Jones Trio plays Manhattan (2 pm) Thurs 7/15: Free Love Project Chavez and Arielle Silver. I trust of Camarillo on Friday, July 16; The Greek Vaquero y Mar Silver will choose selections from A there’s a free concert at Peninsula Ventura Harbor Village 435 E. Thompson Blvd., Ventura Thousand Tiny Torches, her most Park in the Channel Islands Harbor Thursdays: Kenny Devoe (4-6 pm) Fri 7/16: The Funnels, Johnny Knows recent release. According to her featuring Psychedelic Summer per- Keynote Lounge No One website, the album is an Americana forming the music of the 60s & 70s 10245 E Telephone Rd, Ventura Ventura Music Festival Highways favorite album of 2020 on Saturday, July 17; Ray Jaurique Sat 7/17: Red Rhythm Pacifica High School, Oxnard and has been recognized in the solo release, Soul Remedy, drops Fri 7/23: Pull the Trigger Fri 7/23: Aubrey Logan numerous prestigious songwriting July 17 with a CD release party at Leashless Brewing Sat 7/24: Time for Three contests including International Cantara Cellars; and it’s a night 585 E. Thompson Blvd, Ventura Sun 7/25: Andrea Roberto Songwriting Competition (ISC), of deep Samba Brazilian music at Music 6:30 pm except Sundays at 3 pm Winchesters Great American Song Contest and Namba on Saturday, July 17 with Thurs 7/15: Rob Allen Quartet 632 E. Main Street, Ventura Music City Song Star. All four of Francisco Leon. Fri 7/16: T.C. King Music Thurs 5:30; Fri 7 pm; Sun 3 pm these women are prolific singer/ Do you have any music-relat- Sat 7/17: Jacob Marquez Thurs 7/15: Bobby Hart & Friends songwriters who will share the back ed news or upcoming shows you Sun 7/18: Tony D. Ellazzzer Fri 7/16: CRV stories on their carefully chosen want help publicizing? Please send Thurs 7/22: Kyle Smith Sun 7/18: Medicine Hat musical selections. Two more shows all information short or long to Fri 7/23: Brion Shearer & the Unreli- Thurs 7/22: Saint Pierre at the Ojai Underground this week [email protected], and for able Villians Fri 7/23: Ray Jaurique & the Uptown Bros. include Kelly’s Lot on Saturday, July updated music listings daily, go to Sun 7/25: Brother Kimo Moya Sun 7/25: The Tosser 17, and a special concert with Ojai’s www.VenturaRocks.com. Libbey Bowl 1901 own, Perla Batalla on Sunday, July 210 Signal Street, Ojai 740 South B Street 18. More information and ticket in- Wednesdays: Ojai Summer Band Oxnard, CA formation can be found at OjaiArt- Music Calendar Fri 7/16: Grateful Shred Music 6:30 – 9:30 pm sExchange.com/underground. Sat 7/17: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy; Dr. Fri 7/16: Karen Eden For more up-to-the-date listings go to Medicine Hat was ready to roll T. & the Blues Criminals Sat 7/17: The Swillys VenturaRocks.com out their most recent release, Fences, Fri 7/23: Blue Oyster Cult Fri 7/23: Teresa Russell when the pandemic hit, so that Boatyard Pub was put on hold. But now Robert Ventura Harbor Ramirez and Michelle Votrian Thursdays: Jim Friery; then Bluegrass have decided to have a “better late Jam than never” record release party on Caffrodite Community Collective Sunday, July 18, at Winchesters. 1987 E. Main Street, Ventura CDs will be available along with Fri 7/16: Tom Collins & tom Etchart a limited-edition version of their Cantara Cellars Ventura Music Scene record on translucent orange vinyl. 126 N. Wood Road, Camarillo Ventura BREEZE July 14 – July 27, 2021 17
On July 2 Studio 99, at the Bell Arts Factory held a grand opening. Picking up the Pieces A Group Exhibit by the Collage Lab A reception was held from 5 - 8pm. This was also during the first in-person First Fridays art crawl of 2021! The Collage Lab is a group of Ventura artists who create pictures using paper, photos, fabric and other mixed media. “Picking Up the Pieces” presented a selection of recent work reflecting thoughts, ideas, feelings and inspirations that carried the artists through the COVID lockdown. Featured artists are Janet Black, Karen Hoffberg, Darlene Roker, Wendy Winet, Janna Valenzuela, Karen L. Brown, Mary Kolada Scott, Joyce Lombard, Virginia Buckle and Tasia Erickson. Exhibiting: July 2 - August 15, 2021 Gallery Hours: Fridays & Saturdays, noon - 4pm and by appointment. 805-648-1235 Studio 99 is at the back of the Bell Arts Factory, through the Wall Street entrance. 432 N. Ventura Avenue. Cayetana Conrad (AKA Tani) studio is located in Studio74 at the Bell Arts Factory, 432 N. Ventura Avenue. “I was born in San Francisco. My father was a writer and painter. My mother was an architect. All three of my siblings are in the arts. I went to college on the East Coast and raised my three children in Connecticut. In 2005 I moved back to California where I have always loved the light. “I currently live in Carpinteria, but enjoy the peaceful drive down to my studio at The Bell Arts Factory in Ventura every morning . When I start the nature and figure paintings which are done in oil paint, I always start with an intention, a loose plan, as opposed to the mixed media paintings which are done in acrylics and are completely intuitive. Aside from my Bell Arts Factory studio, some of my paintings can be seen at The Doora Collective on Main Street ( between Palm and Oak St.) in Ventura.” Her work including mixed media and figures can be seen at Taniconrad.com. For studio hours contact [email protected].
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This ’n’ That ment, and books exploring social and Parent and emotional competence. Librarians also partner with families to address individ- Child Together ual needs and strengthen community connections. Online registration began Tuesday, Class: Infant May 25 for the summer session of classes, which will be held during the and Toddlers months of June, July, and August. Ventura County Library and First 5 Parents must register using this link: Ventura County are proud to partner bit.ly/VCLPact. The class is limited on Parent and Child Together classes to six families per location and regis- for local families starting this summer. tration is on a first come, first served In this free 12-week class, families basis. If the class is full, a waiting list with infants or toddlers are invited to will be created, and interested families learn new skills together, play fun ac- will be notified of any openings. tivities, and share the love of reading. Attendance is limited and all partic- “Parents are their child’s first and most ipants must follow safety protocols in important teacher. Every child comes place at the time of the class – including into this world ready to learn. It’s never distancing and face coverings – while in too early to talk, read, and sing to the library. your child,” says Petra Puls, Executive The summer session of classes will Director of First 5 Ventura County. be held weekly in Ventura at: Nancy Schram, Ventura County Community Room Library Director says, “By collabo- Housing Authority of the City of San rating with First 5 Ventura County Buenaventura and other organizations that serve 1187 Riverside Street children from birth to age 3 and their Ventura, CA 93001 parents, our Ventura County Libraries Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. can make an even bigger difference in The full class schedule may early childhood brain development. be found on the library’s online This program means our libraries will calendar of events: https://vencoli- play a key role in providing equitable brary.org/calendar. opportunities for all children to experi- This class is offered in partner- ence language through books and other ship with First 5 Ventura County. It is On June 20, at 8:15am, Ventiura Fire department personnel responded to a traffic interactions and provide support for supported in part by funding provided collision on the southbound 101 freeway with victims trapped. Personnel arrived to parents who may have few or no other by the State of California, administered find two vehicles with major damage in the roadway, one on its roof, one with a victim places they can go for help.” by the California State Library. It is free trapped inside. The trapped victim with severe injuries was extricated using hydraulic In the class, parents receive a free and open to the public. For additional cutting/spreading/lifting tools, both patients were transported via ambulance to local toolkit with developmental screenings information, contact Antonio Apodaca, hospitals. for their child, age-appropriate toys Education and Outreach Coordinator, supporting early childhood develop- (805) 218-3821. 18 July 14 – July 27, 2021 Ventura BREEZE
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with grace. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Some hazy issues still need to be cleared up before you can move on with your new plans. A friend Crock from the past reaches out to re-es- tablish old ties. SCORPIO (October 23 to ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You November 21) Continued positive dislike waiting for promises to be fall-out follows that risky fulfilled and for commitments to workplace decision you made be kept, but resist your headstrong some time ago. Your payoff will tendency to push things along. soon prove to be more substantial Your patience will be rewarded. than you expected. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to Expect continuing opposition to December 21) A personal relation- your plans from die-hard detrac- ship continues to be affected by a Blondie tors. However, your determination recent unexpected turn of events. to see things through will carry Things need to work themselves the day. A Pisces has romantic out without finger-pointing. ideas. CAPRICORN (December 22 to GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You January 19) It’s a wonderful week might be too close to a trouble- for all you capricious Goats to some workplace situation to deal kick up your heels with friends with it successfully. Step away in or family members in some well- order to get a better perspective. A earned fun and frivolity. solution soon becomes obvious. AQUARIUS (January 20 to CANCER (June 21 to July 22) February 18) Caution is advised You might suspect that someone before making a financial com- Solutions on page 13 you trust has misled you on an mitment to someone you don’t important matter, but a more really know. There are better ways (For a beginners guide to playing Sudoku go to venturabreeze.com) balanced view of things reveals to build friendships than with a misunderstanding to be the risky fiscal dealings. culprit. PISCES (February 19 to March LEO (July 23 to August 22) The Big 20) Travel plans continue to be Cat’s animal magnetism has rarely favored. A change of scenery been stronger. You can either just brings new opportunities, both bask in all that admiration or use personally and professionally. Be it to your advantage, especially in open to the possibilities. the workplace. BORN THIS WEEK: You have a VIRGO (August 23 to September strong sense of loyalty that shows 22) Someone who previously itself best in your relationships balked at cooperating with you on with family and friends. a project suddenly has a change of heart. Accept both help and advice (c) 2021 King Features Synd., Inc. Ventura BREEZE July 14 – July 27, 2021 19 Showtime
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Rubicon Theatre Company ter-Ratcliff with Musical Direction by announces their dramatic return to live Billy Thompson. NOW OPEN performances with an eclectic season Les Misérables August 12th-15th of three Youth Theatre shows to be at 8pm performed at the outdoor amphitheater This epic, enthralling musical mas- at Villanova Preparatory School in Ojai. terpiece, set just after the French Revo- A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Shrek the lution, is an enthralling story of broken Musical and Les Misérables. dreams and unrequited love, passion, A Midsummer Night’s Dream July sacrifice and redemption – a timeless 9th and 10th at 8p.m testament to the survival of the human Under the light of a magical spirit. The thrilling score includes “I midsummer moon, romance runs amok Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” when prankster forest fairies meddle “Bring Him Home,” “One Day More,” in the affairs of four young Athenians and many more. and a group of amateur actors. One of Directed by Kirby Ward with Musical Investigate 9/11, the Unabomber, Bonnie and Clyde, Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, Direction by Anthony Lucca this lighthearted play celebrates the ca- Tickets can be purchased by visiting John Dillinger, and more! pricious, dream-like and sometimes silly www.rubicontheatre.org or by calling the nature of love and desire. box office at 805-667-2900. Tickets are Shrek The Musical, Jr. $15 for adults and $10 for children (plus July 16th-18th at 8pm service fee). REAGANLIBRARY.COM/FBI A hilarious and joyous musical, While our guest services office adapted for the stage from the popular at Rubicon is not open for in person 40 Presidential Dr., Simi Valley, CA 93065 • 800.410.8354 Dreamworks’ animated film about a purchases, our guest services staff is big green ogre who ventures out of his available from 12pm-4pm Tuesdays comfort zone to discover what beauty - through Saturdays via phone. Tickets Dan’s reunion with his father, so he They woke up on an island in the inner beauty - really means, and finding are available at the door, but advance returned home to say goodbye to his Dominican Republic where Dan met true love in the process. purchase is encouraged. All performances wife and 6 year old daughter Muri Romeo Command face to face, and Directed and choreographed by will be at Villanova Preparatory School, and report to the training center. upon being referred to as Colonel Cheryl Baxter-Ratcliff and George Bax- 12096 N. Ventura Avenue, Ojai. They were supposed to be there for Forester by another soldier realized it a week before the jump, but a signif- was his own daughter Muri 30 years in icant shift happened in the future the future leading the fight. She had Streaming Spotlight by Cindy Summers survived, so the world leaders agreed and they were jumped in after only developed a toxin to kill the aliens, on a global draft of civilians to serve 24 hours to help rescue a critical but the remote research outpost The Tomorrow 7 days and be returned with full time research team. Until arriving, they where the jump link also resided was served if they survived the battle. The had no idea how terrifying the alien invaded by thousands of aliens trying civilian survival rate was even lower race was they called Whitespikes that to save the female specimen she had War at only 25%, but Dan Forester (Chris fed on humans and fired bone-like captured for testing. – Amazon Originals Platt) was not your average high school spikes from multiple tentacles. Muri was injured and Dan couldn’t teacher having previously served in They landed in future Miami save her because his jump band was Army Special Ops so had a basic idea Beach, which was filled with crumbled counting down to the last seconds of of what he was getting into when he buildings destroyed by explosions his 7 days of service, so he was jumped was selected for the draft. and fires throughout. Due to Dan’s back in time, though kept the vial of Dan’s wife Emmy (Betty Gilpin) previous military training, he was toxin with him. Believing that the worked as a counselor for those who put in charge of the search and rescue aliens had been here all along and that Breeze rating from 1 to 4 palm trees, returned from the future war, many by Romeo Command (Yvonne Stra- they emerged after climate change 4 being best. of whom lost limbs as well as being hovski) and directed remotely to avoid melted the polar cap, Dan gathered emotionally scared from what they the aliens to where the research team a team including his dad and several In “The Tomorrow War”, the world witnessed, and she pleaded with was on the 7th floor of the research other soldiers that he jumped with to receives a desperate message from Dan to reach out to his estranged building. The research team was dead go find the alien ship and destroy it to the future when a military troop father for help in removing the jump when they were found, so Dan was stop the war from ever happening. from 2051 appeared out of thin air device before he was deployed in 24 instructed to retrieve a specific dozen Though some of the storyline during a world soccer match to tell the hours. Dan’s dad James Foster (J.K. critical vials and return them to base as is predictable, this thrilling ac- people of earth it had been invaded by Simmons) went by Slade and was a the aliens converged on their location. tion-packed movie has incredible aliens and without help the human military tech specialist by trade with The area was overrun with aliens, visual effects, some interesting twists, race would parish. Originally trained his own personal fleet of vehicles and and what was left of Dan’s team and constant comedic one liners from military people were jumped into planes as well. narrowly escaped the bombing of the the star-studded cast. the future war zone, but only 50% Things did not go well during area by planes to aid in their exit. Runtime: 2h 18m 20 July 14 – July 27, 2021 Ventura BREEZE This ’n’ That Ventura Executive Suites
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