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Thanksgiving luncheon for seniors Seniors, celebrate America’s unique fall holiday with a tra- ditional Thanksgiving meal sponsored by the City of Ventura Westside Cafe at 550 N. Ventura Avenue, on Wednesday, Nov. 21, 11:30am–1pm. Suggested donation is $3 for those 60 and over and set meal price of $5 for diners under 60. Marlyss Auster has returned to Ventura. The Ventura Botanical Call 648-2829 for more infor- VVCB Gardens has taken its first step mation. The Ventura Botanical Gardens The sky was overcast as the upper preliminary data collected in the Estuary announces celebrated the Grand Opening of its parking lot behind City Hall filled up last summer. Building on the outcomes first installation, the Demonstration with donors to the Foot by Foot campaign from the last stakeholder meeting in July, new executive Trail, on Saturday, October 20th at and members of the Ventura Botanical attendees also had the opportunity to noon. After six years of planning and Gardens for the party celebrating the consider more information about alter- community outreach and fundraising opening of the Demonstration Trail, natives that would reduce the amount of director the Gardens is becoming a reality. Continued on page 15 water released into the Estuary and reuse The Ventura Visitors and Conven- it in other ways. tion Bureau (VVCB) recently announced Screened for initial feasibility, a Marlyss M. Auster as its new Executive wide range of options, costs and related Director, ending a several month-long benefits were presented to the group for nationwide search to fill the position. feedback during break out sessions. The The announcement comes after options included an expanded wetlands unanimous approval from the VVCB area that would create more habitat Board of Directors. Auster replaces but would have little or no water supply Brian Pendleton, who served as interim benefit. More alternatives focused on Executive Director since early October. reuse opportunities: “I am so proud to be a part of A decentralized treatment facility on the Ventura Visitors and Convention the City’s Westside to provide water for Bureau,” said Auster. “I look forward urban and agricultural irrigation. to establishing partnerships within the Direct potable reuse that would community and collaborating with the require advanced treatment facilities as City of Ventura and the VVCB Board of well as regulatory framework that is not Directors and staff to continue growing yet in place but expected in 2016. Ventura’s vibrant tourism industry,” she Pumping the water to Oxnard for went on to say. further treatment at their plant for agri- Oscar Peña, Chairman of the VVCB cultural reuse. Board of Directors, is confident in Recharging groundwater with Auster’s ability to continue to promote different reuse options offered yet Ventura as a hub for artistic, culinary, another set of alternatives: beach, and sustainable culture. What is the best use of the treated water currently released by the Water Reclamation Facility? Injection into the Mound Basin, a “Auster’s vision for Ventura as a groundwater aquifer within the City, local, regional, and national destina- Stakeholder workshop evaluates after advanced treatment for possible tion for visitors looking to experience later water supply extraction from City true California culture is right in-line wells. with the Board of Director’s,” said Peña. future options for estuary Pumping the water to one of United “Her background in large-scale special by Nancy Broschart Water Conservation District’s ground- events, hospitality, and knowledge of water recharge facilities with additional the Central California Coast make her Starting last July, Ventura Water since 2009 to look at the health of the treatment likely needed to improve water a perfect fit as Executive Director.” bills for wastewater services included ecosystem and its relationship to the quality. Continued on page 20 a new charge for “Estuary Protection.” treated water. About a year ago, the City Continued on page 7 The charge is just one of the changes finalized a settlement agreement with being spurred by an effort to decide the public interest groups to seek a solution After another great best use of the treated water currently – based on science – that will protect the released by the City’s sole Water Rec- long-term health of the Estuary. This issue’s Thanksgiving dinner at lamation Facility into the Santa Clara Now in the second phase, the scien- River Estuary. tific studies will use data and analysis Face of Ventura Grandma’s house, Over the years, there have been to evaluate future options for the water you can always catch different viewpoints about whether the through a stakeholder process, as agreed by Johanna Spinks 8 to 9 million gallons released daily to by all parties in the settlement. up with the Breeze into the Estuary was beneficial to the Part of this effort, the workshop on is on page 10. natural environment or was harmful. 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Management, Inc. has managed Mission Councilman Jim Monahan was absent. Plaza for more than 15 years. Mission Plaza A majority of the city’s pavement main- has retained the services of Draganchuk, a tenance fund comes from the gas taxes, local security and patrol business, to ensure which is 18 cents per gallon regardless of a pleasant and safe environment. the price of fuel (higher gas prices same 18 Peter Brown told the Breeze “City staff cents). worked closely with the Mission Plaza Ventura’s Eastside residents have an tenants and the Parkstone Properties opportunity to discard e-waste and recycle management team to address quality of life unwanted household items free of charge on issues in the plaza. Many adjustments were Saturday, November 17, 9am-1pm, at Ventura made (lighting, shopping cart retention, Community Park, 901 S. Kimball Road. disabling live electrical outlets) but ■ The Eastside Neighborhood Recycling certainly the two most important changes and Collection Event will accept items were the installation of the banners and such as metal, wood, furniture, appliances, the increased presence by Draganchuk and electronic waste. For a list of accepted Security. items visit www.cityofventura.net/cleanup. “From the start of the conversations the Household hazardous waste such as motor city made it clear that we intended to create oil, batteries and paint will not be accepted a close partnership, but if nothing changed at this location. Ventura residents can from the tenant and management side, dispose of household hazardous waste there was not much the city could do to on November 17, for free, at Gold Coast help. The tenants took that advice to heart, Recycling, 5275 Colt Street. and put their money where their mouth is– G & C Technologies, Inc. will be on they took on short-term increased expenses site to accept e-waste. The Boys & Girls to address long-term issues in their plaza.” Club will also be available to collect gently used items for resale in their thrift store. All thrift store proceeds support Boys & Girls Club programs. Staff will be on hand City Hall to provide information about hazardous waste recycling opportunities. Chatter Appointments are required and can be made by calling 652-4525. by Ana Baker ■ The City has begun restoring the beach dunes along 3 acres of Surfers’ City of Ventura Point beach near the Ventura County Fairgrounds which will continue through Classes the first half of December. During the Call (805) 658-4726 or (805) work, the public will still have access to the 654-7552 to register, if you already have shoreline and much of the beach. The dune an account online, visit www.cityofven restoration work is a continuation of the tura.net. Surfers’ Point Managed Retreat Project, an Classes held at Barranca Vista Center, environmentally sensitive and innovative 7050 Ralston St., Ventura, unless otherwise approach to protect our beach and preserve noted. City News public access. This next phase of the project Kandinsky–“Colour is the key” will involve moving beach sand with bull- 4-7 years 11/19 dozers to form more natural looking dunes. Monday 4:30-5:30 pm $20 Once the sand is moved, volunteers will Learn about colors and how they work help seed the dunes and plant small shrubs together in the manner of the first abstract on the beach. The City has been working artist. closely with the Ventura County Fair- Matisse–“My curves are not crazy” grounds, property owners, Surfrider Foun- 4-7 years 11/26 dation, and other stakeholders in planning Monday 4:30-5:30 pm $20 the restoration efforts. Funds for the work Like Matisse we’ll mix our own colors are being provided through donations to and create paper cutouts works to capture Surfrider Foundation and with grants from mood and feeling. the California Coastal Conservancy. The Adaptive Crafting for the Holidays success of the project is due in large part to 15 years –Adult 11/26-12/17 collaborative partnerships between many Monday 10:30 am-12 pm $20 agencies. For more information about the Make unique, one of a kind gifts for the Surfers’ Point Managed Retreat Project, holidays! contact Joe McDermott at 654-7828 or visit Zumba Toning www.surfrider.org/ventura/. 18 years – Adult 11/28-1/16/13 ■ The City, in cooperation with the Wednesday 6:00-7:00 pm $68 California Department of Transportation Zumba Toning will target the abs, Mark Draganchuk, Draganchuk Security and Patrol; Mark Snyder, Draganchuk Security and (Caltrans), installed a prefabricated steel thighs, arms, and other areas. Bring your Patrol; Clyde Reynolds, Executive Director, Turning Point Foundation; Cheryl Heitmann, bridge for the Harmon Barranca Bike Path. own 2.5-3Lb weights or go to www.Zumba. Deputy Mayor, Ventura; Ken Corney, Ventura Chief of Police; Rob Orth, Salvation Army; The new ¼ mile long concrete bike path com to order. No class 12/26. Classes held Cathy Thompson, Property Manager, Parkstone Management Service Inc.; Will Chiu, owner is a continuous connection between the at House of Dance, 3007 Bunsen Ave., Suite of Gourmet Oriental Restaurant; Peter Brown, City of Ventura Community Services manager; park that stretches along the south side of E & F. and Jeffrey Lambert, Community Development Director, City of Ventura; were on hand at the Highway 126, west of Harmon Barranca, Bling & Everything in-between Holiday launching of the new banners. Photo by John Ferritto. and the Ventura Community Park on Boutique Kimball Road. The prefabricated bridge Saturday November 24th, 10am-3 pm. Mission Plaza supports a can be utilized by bicyclists and pedestrians Barranca Vista Center, 7050 Ralston Street to cross over the Barranca. Additional im- in Ventura. safe and clean Ventura provements to the path include a retaining 12 unique vendors join together for one The tenants of Mission Plaza local entities and support of their efforts. wall, and fencing along the perimeter of fabulous shopping experience Shopping, support a Safe and Clean Ventura and New banners were installed on 23 light the path and landscaping. Funding for this drawings, friends and fun! Proud sponsor are committed to preserving a shopping poles to educate the community about re- project is from State and Federal grants. of the City of Ventura Children’s Celebra- experience that is easy, pleasant and safe for sponsible giving; the banners were entirely ■ To keep Ventura’s streets in the kind tion of the Arts! patrons and employees. funded by the tenants of Mission Plaza. of condition in which officials want them Gift certificates for sale on site for the Pursuant to this Mission Plaza tenants The new banners are actively supported to be the city would need to spend about 2013 Children’s Celebration program. and Parkstone Management, Inc. partnered by Project Understanding, the Salvation $9.6 million per year on maintenance and For more information about the with the City of Ventura’s Economic Devel- Army, Turning Point Foundation and the other improvements. But, according to vendors www.mallavengers.wix.com/mal opment Division and Police Department Ventura Social Services Task Force. the 2013-17 Pavement Maintenance Plan lavengers for more information about on business retention and monitoring of Mission Plaza is a 90,000 sq. ft. shopping presented to the City Council the city has the event and the Children’s Celebration shopping center activity; the partnership center with 19 retail and restaurant busi- closer to $4 million to spend per year, program in the VUSD schools contact will generate greater collaboration with nesses; the majority of tenants have been With no money to direct to streets, the Kathryn Dippong Lawson at 805-654-7552. Ventura BREEZE November 14 – November 27, 2012 5 Opinion/Editorial ■ I would like to my reluctance based upon the fact that the Elementary School, Balboa Middle School congratulate Roseanne state has the lottery and taxes on construc- and Buena High School. Barr for receiving 789 tion permits that raises zillions of dollars The United Fresh Foundation, a nonprofit Member, Ventura Chamber of Commerce and Oxnard Chamber of Commerce votes to become our for our schools now and who knows where it organization based in Washington D.C., next president. Hers goes, apparently not to our schools. provides salad bars to school districts across The Ventura Breeze is your free local community was the only campaign Measure Q should generate about $2.7 the United States through its Let’s Move Salad newspaper published every other Wednesday and Sheldon (Governor) Brown that didn’t give me a million annually for the next four years to Bars to Schools initiative. This supports First circulated throughout Ventura and to many locations Publisher in Ojai and the Channel Islands Harbor located headache. keep class sizes at current levels and maintain Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! initiative in Oxnard. And also congrats to Steve Bennett for science, math, reading, writing and arts to end childhood obesity within a generation. PUBLISHER his hard fought re-election to the Board of programs. To learn more, visit www.letsmove.gov. Sheldon (Governor) Brown Supervisors over first time candidate retired There will be a panel of citizens that will Now all we need to do is to get them to eat [email protected] county fire chief Bob Roper. He will start his oversee the revenue to make sure it’s used for their vegetables and to do their homework. Of 4th term in January. the right reasons. Even though I believe that course they will be eating with only one hand Assistant to the PUBLISHER Roper, 61, from Ojai felt good about his all of this money will be used for our schools while texting with the other. Ana Baker strong showing in his first political race and ■ I want to wish the new owners of the PET EDITOR says that he plans to run again in 4 years. Pierpont Inn (and restaurant) much success Professor Scamp ■ Ventura Interim City Manager Johnny in making the Inn the wonderful part of [email protected] Johnston has met with all 7 members of the Ventura that it has been for many-many years. CONTRIBUTING WRITERS City Council to collect input on what they It is one of our great icons and deserves great Tim Pompey • Rebecca Wicks want from our new city manager. These are a leadership and success. Nanci Cone • Karlene Lang few of their desires: ■ Voters just passed a new ordinance that Veronica Johnson • James Spencer Has experience with the laws and issues facing monitors the pornographic industry which Shirley Lorraine • Sheli Ellsworth California cities will now need to have spot inspections by in- Emily Thiroux • Michael Kohli Will reinforce the strong City Manager form spectors to make sure that the filming of the Eric Garnier • Linde Carlson of Government movies complies with the new requirements. Danielle Peak • Elizabeth Rodeno Is politically astute but not political in the Mayor Mike Tracy was the honored guest at the In 2 weeks there have been 22,123 applica- Bianca Rose Martinez performance of their duties recent Breeze fifth anniversary employee only tions to become these inspectors. ■ Richard Lieberman • Es Cole Appreciates the need to balance the collabora- celebration held at the Blu Orkid Restaurant Satnam Singh, 50, has pleaded guilty to Jeannie Collins • Angela Rosales tive process with effectiveness and efficiency where he presented us with a Certificate of Rec- second-degree murder and driving under the Promotes due process influence in connection with the death of 20- CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS ognition from the City of San Buenaventura John Ferritto • Bernie Goldstein I’m being a little facetious (perhaps) on the occasion of our anniversary. year-old student Nick Haverland. Jon Osumi • Richard Lieberman but the following should be added to the Haverland was riding his bike along list of what is important in a city manager, I would feel better if I could meet a teacher at Telegraph Road in May, 2011, when he was SOCIAL MEDIA “Smiles and laughs (and even jokes) on a local business that sells school supplies and struck and killed by Singh. Singh had a Justin Shelton occasion at the city council meetings.” I buy $59 worth of supplies and just pay for blood-alcohol level of 0.39 percent, nearly DISTRIBUTION find it very refreshing that Mayor Tracy has them right there. five times the legal limit of 0.08. Ana Baker • Fred Kastel brought this to the city council meetings. ■ Some Ventura students might be Jurors broke into applause and congratu- Marc Ansalone Who would have thought that the ex-chief eating healthy with new salad bars that lated the prosecutor after hearing Singh’s guilty SENIOR ADVISORS of police would be such a funny guy? have been added to a few of our schools plea that put an end to this horrible crime. Nanci Cone • Suz Montgomery One city council member said this of because the United Fresh Foundation has ■ Federal regulators have eased owner- ADVERTISING ADVISORS my suggestion “I agree. I’ll look for that received a $10,000 Monsanto Fund grant ship restrictions on major market media Staci Brown • Breezy Gledhill even if it’s not an ‘official’ criteria.” for local students. outlets that could help the big players in PRODUCTION ■ As you know Measure Q, a $59 parcel The United Research and Education the newspaper industry. Alfred J. Lewis/studioNothing tax that will go toward sustaining academic Foundation (United Fresh Foundation) By the end of the year the FCC will [email protected] and arts programs for the next four years at recently installed salad bars in four schools approve a proposal that would allow news- that are a part of the VUSD, thanks to papers and TV, or radio stations in the 20 PRINTING our Ventura schools passed by the thinnest of American Foothill Publishing Co. margins garnering 67.1% of yeses just barely Monsanto employees who nominated the largest markets to consolidate. ------over the 2/3 (66.7%) required. organization for a $10,000 grant. Schools So I will be expecting calls from NBC, REACHING US: I, somewhat reluctantly voted for it with include Portola Elementary School, Lincoln CBS and ABC very soon. EVENTS & HAPPENINGS [email protected] OPINIONS Mailbox [email protected] ARTICLES AND PHOTOS Hi Sheldon and Staci, to the area, particularly at night and the Breeze: The soon to be Social Tap American [email protected] Congratulations on your 5th an- state beach park rangers are also patrol- Eatery & Bar, located on Seaward, will bring ADVERTISING niversary of publishing The Breeze! I’m ling the beaches during the day and “additional people into the area” but will [email protected] totally bummed I didn’t receive notifi- some at night. also bring a new energy and spirit to lower cation in advance so I could have sent The vagrancy issue is an issue for Seaward which is very much needed. Ventura Breeze something in to sing your praises. every beach community and we do have 1575 Spinnaker Drive, 105B, Box 393 All I can say now is in 5 short years an active plan but it is a slow process the Breeze has truly become a treasure and takes time to notice any differ- Ventura, CA 93001 to the city of Ventura. And it wouldn’t ence. I know the Key’s has a neighbor- Phone/Fax 805.653.0791 be possible without your wonderful hood organization but some of the C dedication, guidance, and caring for the Key’s residents do attend the Pierpont The Ventura Breeze is printed with audience you serve so well. Congratula- Community council meetings which are soy based ink on paper with minimum tions and keep up the great work! the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7 at the 40% recycled content. Mike Macke Marriott. Community Marketing Director We have a very active group and in Cypress Place Senior Living fact did a charrette over the summer for Thank you lower Seaward; you can find that on our I would like to thank the wonderful This is a response by City Council Member (the city’s) website. It will work its way people who assisted me after a fall I had The Breeze in Heitmann to concerns expressed by Kim to the city council. Believe me, several a couple of weeks ago near the corner of Castro, Ventura Keys Homeowners Associa- of us agree with you and are working to California and Thompson. your inbox tion Board Member, to the city council. improve the situation. We would love to I remember a young girl who called To celebrate our fifth anniver- Kim’s comment, very briefly stated “I have you get more involved if you have 911. I also remember a gentleman who sary, The Ventura Breeze can now have been a resident of Ventura for the past the time. The city has not fully appreci- gave me towels to clean up some blood be sent directly to your email for six years in the Ventura Keys area. I have two ated the beach and our area which is one and a person who stayed with me until only $60 per year for 26 issues, and very young sons and I would like an explana- reason I ran for city council in this last the ambulance arrived. you will receive it on the day before tion why nothing has been done to clean up the election. I hope you won’t give up on our I don’t know your names, but to me general circulation. area of lower Seaward Avenue by the beach.” wonderful city with so much potential you are angels. You will also help support Dear Kim and that you will bring your experience Thank you, thank you! Ventura’s most loved local com- I appreciate your concerns, I have to work with us. Vi munity newspaper. had some of the same and I do live in Cheryl Heitmann Continued on page 18 Simply send a check for $60 the Pierpont area. As you know we have 2 new restaurants coming on Seaward, and your email address to: Anyone who stops learning is old, whether twenty or eighty. The Ventura Breeze this will bring additional people into the 1575 Spinnaker, 105B area. greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young. Ventura, CA 93001 The street lighting will be increased –Henry Ford and we now have regular police patrols 6 November 14 – November 27, 2012 Ventura BREEZE Community Events with the Ventura College Symphony meal takes place, a Thanksgiving for the show “Jeopardy”. The winning teams Orchestra and the Ventura College Choir people of Ventura. Whether you need a receive community recognition and a will create a live and interactive musical meal or not, are looking for some company trophy. Teams are placed in categories: complement to the choreography. the One City One Meal is for you. Youth (under 25) Service Clubs (Rotary, To help bring the beloved holiday A moment of convergence and pause Kiwanis, Lions, etc.), Business & Indi- classic to life, VCBC has invited Russian- around the table, over a meal. Remem- vidual Just for Fun. All of the evening’s born ballet prodigy, Sergey Kheylik, to bering in our own way where we are and proceeds go to the Adult Literacy headline the highly anticipated event for where we’ve come from. A time to meet Program. its inaugural production at the Ventura someone new and perhaps be surprised at The entry fees are $300 per team. location for the coveted role as the Nut- their life story. To set aside creed, color and Businesses and individuals are welcome cracker Prince. net worth for the cause of humanity. to sponsor teams and will be recognized When: 2 and 7 p.m. on Dec. 1 and 1 p.m. Please join in on Thanksgiving as on the evening’s programs. Sponsorships on Dec. 2 One City shares one meal together at the can be for either whole or partial teams. Where: Ventura College Performing Ventura County Fairgrounds. The doors All fees and donations are tax deduct- Arts Center, 4700 Loma Vista Road, open at 10am with a coffee bar, pastries, ible. Donations for the Silent Auction are Ventura, Calif. live music, jolly jumps and face painting. being accepted along with registration Cost: Adults: $10 - $25. Children: 10 A traditional Thanksgiving meal will be for teams and team members. Spectator years and under $12 (excludes Center served at noon. admission is $5.00. Hors d’oeuvres are Orchestra). Seniors: 65 and older $17 If you would like to volunteer, please included. Soft drinks and cocktails (excludes Center Orchestra). A sugar go to onecitymeal.com and register. can be purchased at the bar throughout plum cookie reception will follow each the evening. For additional informa- matinee and is complimentary to ticket tion contact Jerry Spencer at 488-7725 World-renowned performer Sergey Kheylik holders. Ventura events or check the website at www.gorotary. will dance as the Nutcracker Prince at the Tickets: Visit Ventura County Ballet com. Reservations and donations can be by Ana Baker Ventura College Performing Arts Center. Company or Brown Paper Tickets. mailed to: The Rotary Club of Ventura Nosh, schmooze and make business South, “Trivia Challenge”, P.O. Box The Nutcracker connections within the growing 6383, Ventura, Ca. 93006. community of Jewish business people, Nov. 17: A holiday gift boutique Ventura County residents will have Our city professionals, trades people and where visitors can meet local artists and a second chance to catch the Ventura corporate executives at non-profit authors and purchase art and books, will County Ballet Company’s (VCBC) together for JNET. No charge to attend 2 meetings be held Saturday afternoon, from 1p.m. beloved production of “The Nutcracker” and $65 yearly dues. The meetings are to 4p.m. at the Museum of Ventura this holiday season as the esteemed ballet held at Temple Beth Torah on the last County. The art and artisan section company makes its way to the Ventura One City One Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. of the boutique features silk screened College Performing Arts Center for an to 9p.m. Go to www.JNetOnline.org or shirts; collage note cards; hand painted additional weekend of performances on Meal [email protected] for further silk scarves, accessories and handmade Saturday, Dec. 1, and Sunday, Dec. 2. This year celebrate Thanksgiving information. books; three dimensional figures, Audiences will be in awe of the Day not by simply remembering but by Would you like to meet new friends? jewelry and much more. Additionally, theater’s redesign as they enjoy the doing. On Thursday, November 22 a city in Do you need more than tweeting or the Beatrice Wood Center for the Arts whimsical story of a world of life-sized common will spend a few hours over a few blogging to express what’s on your will display original art, jewelry, gifts, mice, dancing sweets and of course, no hundred pounds of potatoes to be together. mind? Whatever the reason, Ventura’s books and DVDs, and Best of VC Mar- fairytale would be complete without Through a partnership of faith, Conversation Group is the right ketplace will bring local gourmet food a magical prince. College students charity, city and citizens the “One City” outlet for you. This eclectic group meets products and gifts. Wednesdays from 4p.m. to 6p.m. at the Nov. 17: Ventura County Genealogi- Adult Recreation Center, 420 E. Santa cal Society will talk about, The Paper- Clara Street. People of all ethnicities, Less Genealogist Saturday, from 1 education, incomes, personalities, and p.m. to 4 p.m. with guest speaker Denise interests are welcome. No topic is off Levenick, also known as The Family limits. There is only one rule that applies Curator. to the Conversation Group: don’t lecture Simple strategies break the paper and don’t bore. habit, file less paper, and organize what Nov. 15: Have you been to the Channel you keep. Islands lately or stopped in the Channel Spend less time searching for files, Islands National Park Visitor Center and more time searching for ancestors to see the Treasure in the Sea? Here’s an op- with strategies to help you tame the paper portunity to see the updated film, learn tiger and become master of your scanner more about the islands, and meet others and digital file system. Ms. Levenick, a who support the National Park. Next former English and Journalism instruc- week the Channel Islands Park Founda- tor, says she’s passionate about “old tion will be hosting MIMBY [Movies stuff.” In every family, someone ends In My BackYard] for a film screening up with “the stuff.” Event will be held at and speaker presentation at Channel the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Islands National Park’s Headquarters. Saints, 3501 Loma Vista Road at Mills The mission of the Channel Islands Road. For more information about this Park Foundation is to connect the FREE meeting, visit the VCGS website at community to Channel Islands National www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~cavcgs/ Park inspiring philanthropic generosity contact: Gayle Wolcott, 987-8614. Specializing in Raw Food Diets and volunteer commitment to ensure Nov. 17 & 18: The Airealistic Ex- for Cats & Dogs continued protection of the islands’ rich traordinary Experience featuring • Herbal Remedies cultural heritage and remarkable biodi- Cirque Du Soleil artists and Airealis- versity. Join us to learn more about your tic performance troupe will perform • Organic Supplements local national park and get inspired to on Nov.17&18, at 8pm at the Airealistic • Unique Treats & Lots More..... explore the islands located just off shore Circus & Flying School located at 4476 from Ventura. Presentation by senior Dupont Ct. in Ventura. Tickets (only 100 National Park staff viewing the film available) at www.venturacircus.com. Treasure in the Sea (stunning imagery, Nov. 18: Temple Beth Torah presents narrated by Kevin Costner). Event will their annual Hanukkah Boutique be held at Channel Islands National Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. Food, Trash & Recycling or Green Waste Pick Up Park Visitor Center, 1901 Spinnaker Dr. decorations for the holiday, fabulous Delay Due to the Thanksgiving Day Holiday at 6p.m. RSVP to [email protected]. chocolates (Trufflehound), cupcakes, Trash & recyclables or green waste will be collected one day later than usual in the city of Nov. 15: The Rotary Club of baked goods, children’s items, quilts, Ventura for customers who have their refuse collected on Thursdays and Fridays the week of Ventura South will hold their 24th jewelry, purses, candles, latkas, decora- Thanksgiving, Nov. 19-25. The holiday will not affect Monday, Tuesday or Annual TRIVIA CHALLENGE at the tive items for the home and did we say Wednesday pickup schedules.The collection of trash and green waste Wedgewood Wedding & Banquet Center, food? See what our community artists will not be affected in the City of Ojai. Monday, Nov. 19 will remain and vendors have created for lovely gifts the regular collection day that week in Ojai. 5880 Olivas Park Drive at 6p.m., to raise funds to support the Ventura County for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays Thank you and Happy Holiday Library Adult Literacy Program. The and much more. Find beautiful clothing, E. J. Harrison & Sons TRIVIA CHALLENGE is a general purses, art items, Hanukkah items and To order services & pay bills online go to www.ejharrison.com 647-1414 knowledge game similar to the television affordable jewelry for that special person Ventura BREEZE November 14 – November 27, 2012 7 Community Events or for yourself. It is an event not to be by Magic Castle favorite Mark Haslam missed. Bring your friends, neighbors with original music by Andy Street of and family. Find us at Temple Beth Thousand Oaks. This world premiere Torah, 7620 Foothill Rd. or call 647-4181 production is told as an engrossing for more information. story with images and live magic. Nov. 19: The California Zeta Chi It plays for one night only at 8 p.m. Unit of the National Association of Saturday, Nov. 17 at Ojai ACT. Parliamentarians will meet at 7 p.m. On Sun., Nov. 18, the Ojai Monday, in the Topping Room of E. P. Film Society will screen Starbuck, a Foster Library, 651 E. Main Street. Free poignant French-Canadian comedy parking is available behind the library. about a 42-year-old underachiever Jill Martinez, of Ventura, will present who finds out he is the biological information about Rights of Members. father of 533 children. This hilarious The Zeta Chi unit holds regular premise is only the starting point of a parliamentary study meetings in the thoughtful and touching film as the Topping Room on the third Monday sperm donor father surreptitiously of each month except December. Its sets out to meet some of his grown membership is drawn from the counties children. Here is a special opportunity of San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara to see the original French-Canadian and Ventura. For more information version of the film. Dream Works is about the meeting, or the organization, coming out with a remake in October contact Sandra Sanders at 643-5928 or 2013. [email protected] On Sun., Nov. 25 the Ojai Film Nov. 20: Brock Travis, PhD teaches Society will screen Headhunters, a a workshop for enhancing conscious darkly comedic Norwegian thriller contact on third Tuesday eves – 6:30p.m. about an unscrupulous corporate to 9:30p.m., Dec. 18, and Jan. 15. Event headhunter who steals art to will take place at A Place of Peace, 2021 subsidize his extravagant lifestyle. Sperry Ave. #22. brocktravis3@gmail. The charming scoundrel meets his com. 320-6079. Donation. match when he steals a Rubens from Nov. 22: Ventura Turkey Trot. Before a former mercenary. 4:30 pm, Ojai you gobble, gobble, get out and run Playhouse Ventura County’s fastest 5K on Thanks- The Ojai Music Festival announces giving morning! the appointment of Abhijit (Ab) Head to the Ventura Auto Center, Sengupta as Executive Director, 6451 Auto Center Drive, on Thursday. effective November 26. Mr. Sengupta, The fast and fun 5K starts at 8 a.m. most recently Artistic Director and The free Ventura Family YMCA Kids’ Chief Executive Officer of Fontana 1K starts at 9 a.m. Some of the 5K event Chamber Arts, succeeds Jeffrey P. highlights include a free event shirt, Haydon, who joined the Caramoor electronic chip timing, cool awards, Center for Music and the Arts and fun post-race festivities. Sign up by Center as Chief Executive Officer on November 1st for only $25. The fee goes September 17. up to $30 after November 1st and will “Ab brings a perfect combination be $35 on race morning. Each year the of executive management skills and Ventura Turkey Trot benefits a different extraordinary artistic sensibility to non-profit organization. This year’s ben- the Ojai Music Festival, enabling him eficiary is the Ventura Family YMCA. to understand what the Festival is, Runners are also encouraged to bring and to work with our talented team to canned goods for the Food Share drive. make the Festival’s vision a reality. We November 23, 24, 25, 30: December conducted a thorough national and 1, 2, 7, 8, 9. Come celebrate the spirit international search, and Ab surfaced of holidays past at the historic Dudley from an exceptional pool as the ideal House. The 19th year of this annual partner for Ojai,” commented Stuart fundraiser for the museum features Meiklejohn, President of the Festival quality crafts, home décor, antiques and Board of Directors. “Together with collectibles and a tearoom with refresh- Artistic Director Thomas W. Morris, ments, silent auction and bargain items. and on behalf of the entire Festival Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with a flea family, I welcome Ab and his family to market added on Sundays. Located on Ojai.” the corner of Loma Vista and Ashwood, admission is free. Call 642-3345 for in- formation. Future options for estuary Continued from page 1 “It is a complex situation but our customers are a critical stakeholder Ojai events group since the new Estuary Protec- Performances To Grow On will tion charge on their wastewater bills present Li Liu in her acclaimed produc- will pay for the eventual solution,” tion of Acrobat on Sat., Dec. 8 @ 4 pm said Shana Epstein, Ventura Water’s at the Ojai Art Center. The perfor- General Manager. “We have many mance includes hand balancing, plate steps before us but our goal is to reach spinning, trick cycling, foot juggling, consensus on a direction by 2015.” ribbon dancing and Chinese water Before the next stakeholder bowl manipulation. Li also touches on meeting tentatively scheduled for various aspects of Chinese language, February, more research will be geography and culture while sharing conducted into the feasibility of the her work and travel experiences with initial options and how they align the audience. Grace, strength and with the water quality and diversion thrills make this a “not to be missed” goals based on the scientific analysis. performance. Tickets are $15 for Please visit cityofventura.net/ adults and $10 for children and are water/screstudies to follow the available at the Ojai Coffee Roasting studies’ progress. Complete informa- Co., by phone at 646-8907 or online tion about the settlement agreement is at www.ptgo.org (Click on Toys For available at cityofventura.net/water/ the Mind). Seating is limited. rivers. To receive ongoing informa- The Secret Class is a one-man show tion, sign up for our monthly e-News- that brings to life how magic secrets letter, Pipeline, at cityofventura.net/ are passed on and nurtured, enacted water/pipeline. 8 November 14 – November 27, 2012 Ventura BREEZE News and Notes above the Mission. Appropriately named, 4:32 p.m., Jacob Karluk, traveling with a the two-story school was a fine landmark female passenger on his motorcycle, was for ships, if an exhausting uphill climb for pronounced dead after a collision. Karluk its pupils. As a lad, Carlos picked walnuts lost control of his vehicle and left the road, and apricots, and threshed lima beans, and colliding with a guardrail along the west wrapped up his 8th grade education at Ann side of the sidewalk on Seaward Avenue. Street School. Karluk’s toxicology exam showed that his Carlo’s future wife Juanita Barajas came blood alcohol content was .16, double the to California during the Mexican Revolu- legal limit. tion. They married at the San Buenaven- These two fatal collisions were actually tura Mission, and he worked for the City’s the second and third in a two-week period Streets Department, which provided cabins This memorial will not bring Jacob back to life. in Ventura. Yet another fatal collision for its employees – where they initially lived occurred on Wednesday, September 26th. and where Alicia was born in 1933. Carlos Joanne Madaule was driving a school bus hauled concrete for construction of the Fatal DUI that hit Marguerita McIntosh, a 75-year- Union Ice building near Santa Clara and old pedestrian. McIntosh was pronounced Meta, joined Port Hueneme’s Public Works crashes (when dead at the hospital. Madaule was found Department during World War II, and then to be under the influence of a controlled Alicia and Hector were married at the Mission returned to work for the City. In spite of will people substance. in 1954. a growing family, Alicia’s thrifty young mother managed to save the then princely Alicia sum of $2,000 at Ramona’s Savings & learn?) Ventura Bank Loan, a ranchers’ bank in Fillmore, to In the past several years, the VPD has Valenzela Tarin – buy their first home at 63 South Ventura combatted DUI driving by participating Avenue. “I was born right there near the in a grant from the California Office of Books hosts 7th Generation Mission and my sisters and I were raised in of Traffic Safety through the National the house my mother and family bought at Highway Traffic Safety Administration. local author Venturan auction across the Alley from the Museum; The grant permits the VPD to conduct Thousand Oaks humorist and my grandparents lived there too.” DUI checkpoints, deploy “Saturation Breeze contributor, Sheli Ellsworth, by Jeannie Lumley Collins Alicia, the oldest of Carlos and Units” to look for DUI drivers, and other will be signing copies of her book, The Sitting at the dining table in her cozy Juanita’s four daughters, attended the measures to keep the roads safe. The grant Psychoanalysis of Everyday Life: Sometimes mid-town home, Alicia Valenzuela Tarin, May Hemming’s Elementary and Holy gives additional officers to the patrol shifts I Pee When I Laugh, at Bank of Books whose vibrant personality belies her 79 Cross schools. A favorite childhood so that there isn’t a dearth of officers for in Ventura on November 24 from years, reflects on the Valenzuela family memory is of her father sending her to normal deployments. The grant requires 1-3. BeachHouse Books released the tree. It is a complex tree, and includes the National (later, and relocated, Jue’s) that the VPD conduct 12 DUI checkpoints 140-page book of short stories last some unknowns, but here is a taste of Market to buy little bottles of port wine. per year while using the Saturation Units summer. Contact Bank of Books, 748 Alicia’s heritage. She was just eight years old! nearly every weekend. However, recently E. Main St. at 643.3154 for more in- We know that her great-great-grandfa- “The oldest daughter of the Jue family there have been a few tragic incidents. formation. ther, Ramon Tico, joined the Union Army and I were friends from school” she recalls. The first collision happened Saturday, Sheli Ellsworth holds a Master’s and served in New Mexico and Arizona. He She loved her Tortilla Flats neighborhood. October 6th, at 12:37 a.m., at the intersec- Degree in Psychology, used mainly to and his partner, Maria Carlon, lived in Santa “We knew everybody. Hobos came from tion of Victoria Avenue and Olivas Park annoy family and friends. Her writing Barbara where Alicia’s great-grandmother the river bottom asking for something to Drive. Three vehicles were involved in the has been published in the Pacific Daily Refugia (known as Ruth) Ortega was born eat, we shopped at the Italian bakery and collision, one of which was a van occupied News, the Ventura County Star and in 1838. That same year, great-grandfather grocery stores on Main and the Avenue, and by Laura Stewart and her husband, Henry the Ventura Breeze. She is also an award Fernando Tico left Sonora, Mexico to start there were the Fairgrounds, Mission, and Stewart. Laura failed to stop for a red light winning short story writer. Her fiction a new life in California. Inspiration for this the river. I remember it being very safe.” while traveling down Olivas Park Drive. appears in Quintessence, Windows and might well have been that a year earlier the “After high school, I got a job with the She collided with another vehicle, which Serendipityanthologies. Auto Week, Tico family had received a land grant for Health Department on Poli Street, and was traveling southbound, and then her BackHome, and Zone4 magazines have what is now Ojai. He became a US citizen was then transferred to General Hospital car collided with yet another vehicle, also published her humorous stories. in 1850 when California joined the Union. (County) because I spoke Spanish and could traveling northbound. The occupants of She is a book critic for the Sacra- Although we know nothing about how he translate for people.” It was the early 50’s, the first vehicle had minor injuries while mento Book Review, San Francisco and Ruth Ortega met, their relationship and young Hector Tarin had just finished the occupants of the second had major Book Review and the Portland Review. bore them a daughter who was destined a four-year stint with the United States Air injuries. Both Laura and Henry Stewart She also writes humorous veterinary to marry another young immigrant, Juan Force. He asked his friend Manuel, who were found to be deceased. In the autopsies, medical articles for purchaseremedies. Valenzuela. He grazed sheep for a living, knew Alicia and also attended services at a toxicology exam revealed that Laura’s com. Her advice column, Dear Miss Betty alongside the verdant Ventura River, until the Ventura Mission, to introduce them. blood alcohol content was .24, three times — advice for those who need to be slapped has large numbers of cattlemen moved their The rest is recent history. In a tradition the legal limit. run in Spotlight on Recovery magazine herds onto the land. Juan was forced to started by her grandparents, Alicia and Seaward Avenue is one of the normal and the Ventura Breeze. Coming in May sell his sheep and become a field hand. her sweetheart Hector were married at the locations used by the VPD for DUI 2013—CA Pet Luvr: Confessions of a pet au But he loved the river; took his kids to the Mission in 1954. With five grown children, checkpoints. On Tuesday, October 9th, at pair and The ABCs of pet ailments. “Tin Can” swimming hole and fished for seven grandchildren (10th generation steelhead trout when time allowed. Californians), and a large extended family, Alicia’s father, Carlos Valenzuela, born they look forward to celebrating their 60th in 1906, was the eldest of five surviving wedding anniversary in 2014. children. He attended the old Hill School You can be sure it will be quite a party!

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The Airealistic “Extraordi- “My husband, my daughter, and nary Experience” is more than just a I were on holiday in California.” Her circus performance, it is an immersive eyes lit up as she spoke. “We had to do experience filled with live dance, Disneyland to satisfy my daughter. acrobatics, aerialists, jugglers, stilt After that we planned to drive in our walkers, music, tasty treats, and lots rented car to San Francisco to satisfy of surprises! The show will feature us, her parents.” Cirque artists and performers of the We loved her accent and enjoyed Airealistic Performance Troupe. the story she told. The entertainment begins with “We got as far as Ventura and my an exciting outdoor festival featuring husband and I were dying for a cup of electrifying street performers, coffee. We spotted a coffee shop near community vendors, and the air of an exit. The coffee was terrific and mystery and fun centered around the after a short rest, we were back on Theater Entrance. Once inside, you the motorway.” She paused. “You call will feel as if you are part of the per- them freeways.” Les and I nodded. formance in seats that are weaved into “Easy peasy, right? We were the theater as aerialists fly overhead almost to Santa Barbara when we and all around. Your fantastic realized one of our backpacks was journey into the magical world of missing. The one with our traveler’s circus arts will take you deep in the checks and passports.” Her face jungle, high in the mountains, and to reflected the panic she felt all those a wondrous island. months ago. “What do you do in a From all corners of the world foreign country with no money and the circus calls to us. Immerse no passport?” yourself in the thrill and excitement, Les and I moaned in sympathy. and remember what it was like when She went on. you could fly! “We turned around, got back on Airealistic Circus & Flying School the motorway and drove to Ventura. is located at 4476 Dupont Ct., Suite B, No coffee shop. Nothing looked Ventura. familiar. Finally, we drove all the way For tickets and more informa- through Ventura and retraced our tion www.venturacircus.com or call original route. We found the coffee 628-2777. shop. “We walked in the front door and the waitress recognized us. experts every third Thursday of the month. Harrison’s She reached under the counter and CMHS to The next prevention strategies program, brought out the backpack.” Big sigh. entitled “Heart Healthy for the Holidays: schedule for “Everything was in order. Our money. hold “Heart Cooking Consciously during the Season for Our papers. No worries.” Great Taste & Optimal Health,” is set for Les and I heaved a big sigh as well. Thursday, Nov. 15. Jessica McGrath, a local Thanksgiving “See,” she beamed, “see – the Healthy for the food behaviorist, certified holistic health In observance of Thanksgiving Day, people of Ventura are the most honest coach and personal chef, will present the the employees of Harrison Industries are we’ve ever seen and that’s why we love Holidays” program that will run from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at taking the day off on Thursday, Nov. Ventura.” Heart disease continues to be the the CMHS Training Center, located at 2809 22. As a result, customers in Ventura Les and I felt pride in our fellow number one killer of American men and Main St. Refreshments will be served. who normally have their trash and Venturans. We also reaped a reward. women; as a result, Community Memorial Reservations are required as recyclables or green waste collected We travel Coach, but our Air New Health System is offering free prevention seating is limited. Call 667-2818 or on Thursday or Friday will have it Zealand hostess upgraded our strategy programs presented by leading local email [email protected]. collected one day later than usual. luggage to First Class. Our bags were The Thanksgiving holiday will first off the plane when we landed at not affect customers who have their LAX. trash and recyclables or green waste Thanks, honest Venturans. collected on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday. Thanksgiving will not affect the Rummage regular Monday collection schedule for Ojai customers. The regular sale to aid trip schedule for Ventura customers will resume the following week. to Catalina For more information, call 647-1414. Island Marine Institute Ventura Pierpont Elementary is having a Rummage Sale on Saturday, November down under 17 from 8am- 3pm at Pierpont Elemen- tary School, 1254 Martha’s Vineyard On Saturday, Oct. 27 approximately 70 by Es Cole Court. people danced on the main lawn at the Ventura “Ventura! Ventura, California? I There will be lots of items for sale Harbor Village in the Thriller dance that love Ventura.” such as furniture, toys, electronics, was part of Thrill the World, in which people This came out in a strong New house wares and more. around the world danced simultaneously for many Zealand accent. The speaker was a If you would like to donate items charities. Thrill the World was started in 2006 lovely Air New Zealand hostess, in good condition, please drop them by Canadian Ines Markejevic who staged the checking us and our luggage to L.A. off at Pierpont Elementary between then largest Thriller dance inspired by a Michael from Auckland Airport. We had told 12;00 pm- 5:00 pm Friday, November Jackson video. Sisters, Samantha and Kayla looked very scary. Their dad, Bruce our checker we lived in Ventura, and 16 in the school quad. Wilson said the girls had planned to participate in the dance but chickened out at were bowled over by her over-the-top All proceeds will go to the the last minute. response. 5th grade annual Catalina Island Photo by Bernie Goldstein. “How do you know Ventura?” we Marine Institute field trip. 10 November 14 – November 27, 2012 Ventura BREEZE The Ventura Breeze Presents

The Face Of Ventura Captain Bill Finley Howard Boroughs Rachel Morris Jolene McBee Tony Barrios Jerry English

Bonnie Weigel Manuel A. Valenzuela MB Hanrahan Emily Olszowy Olivia Simonson Lynn Mikelatos

Lorenzo DeStefano Gene Dunn Star Soto “Jalopy Joe” Moody

Bill Pendergrass Josh Addison Mark Hartley Scott Miller Ken Corney Francisco Bracho, MD

Anita Diaz Steve Robles Laci Kay Barbara Meister Sandra Laby Kat Merrick

Cheryl Heitmann Jim Martin Doug Halter Mel Sheeler Debbie Cowell Sheryl Kitchen Rev. Luther McCurtis Portrait by Johanna Spinks

Mel Sheeler was born in Ventura Kiwanis Club and teaches a Bone Nicole Cabell Kevin Costner Martha B Ann Deal in what is now Community Memorial Builders Class two days a week to Bjorn McMillan Mary McGrath Hospital where he continues to have local seniors. His step daughter and strong ties serving on the Hospital son in law are active in their church Foundation Board. He attended Oak and raising three great children. View Elementary, Cabrillo Middle School, Ventura High and Ventura We asked him what he likes most about Glenn Dale Gooss David Friedlander Trudy Tuttle Arriaga Brock Donaldson Dr. Robin Calote Annie-G & Marlene College before heading on to Cal Poly Ventura? San Luis Obispo where he served as a Ventura is such a special city and Images copyright by Johanna Spinks director of the school Business Club he has been witness to many changes – [email protected] www.johannaspinks.com and a member of Circle K on campus. some were good and some not so www.thefaceofventura.com Mel’s giving back commitment good. The bad is especially true of the started in early life and continues 101 Freeway which cuts us off from Karly Lynn Burns today sitting on many community our beaches, our most prized asset. boards. Presently he is serving as Maybe the Capping of California treasurer of the CMH Foundation Street will take care of that. Also dis- Board; as Treasurer, Board member appointing was tearing down many and Past President of the Boys & stately homes only to be replaced Girls Club of Ventura; Chair of the with not so cherished structures. Business & Technology Partnership The good has been the dramatic at CSUCI; Fundraising Chair for resurgence of our Downtown into a the upcoming Gala for ACS; board vibrant and energetic cultural hub member and Past President for the and the present construction of our Ventura Chamber; VP of Business new CMH along with development at Development and Oxnard Chamber Ventura Harbor. The one stand out board member; E Ventura Kiwanis is our citizens’ continued commit- Club Past President; Ventura Music ment to help make our community Festival Past President; Caregiv- the best it can be while maintaining ers Assisting the Elderly; President a small town feel. Elect of Pier Into the Future; board member and Past President of the And how was the experience of having Police Activities League helping your portrait painted by Johanna? at risk youth; and Treasurer of Receiving the call that I was CARMA, a records management as- going to be painted by Johanna sociation. One thing for sure, if he Spinks was a total surprise. While calls or drops by, he is most likely sitting for the portrait, I was taken asking for support for the many non- in by the intensity and concentra- profits he supports. tion exhibited by Johanna as she The ongoing support he receives stroked the canvas, getting in every from his employees at Sheeler detail all the while still talking Moving and Storage, which he about life here in Ventura and why started almost ten years ago, allows she loves what she does. There was him the time to give back. In fact an immediate bond between us many of his staff are there offering as if we had known each other for The Breeze is proud to present “The Face of Ventura by Johanna Spinks”, to donate their time and resources years. This is an emotion that most an on-going art project by award-winning portraitist Spinks to paint to someone in need. You can see the of us feel only on rare occasion. It 55 worthy Venturans, each in a single sitting, painted directly from company name appear as a supporter was also a great surprise to have life at the artist’s studio in around two hours – and each captured of many local charities. His family is Sheldon Brown stop by to see the by The Breeze. No photos are used, the direct interaction with the also actively involved in community. finished portrait. Sheldon is such sitter, hearing and painting their story, is the purpose of the challenge, His son Glen has helped Food Share, a great individual and you can feel along with the artist’s wish to showcase the relevant world of painterly son Eric is on the board of the Police his genuine sense of appreciation portraiture today. This feature will run until January after two years Activities League, his wife Cathy is for Johanna’s work and dedication of wonderful portraits by Johanna. Secretary and past president of the to the portrait series.

Ventura BREEZE November 14 – November 27, 2012 11 Feed Bag

Owner Gregory Kazos and waitress Gabriela Vega serving up a few of the wonderful dishes at Stephen’s Market & Grill. Stephen’s Market & Grill: Mediterranean cuisine comes to Midtown by Angela Rosales While Mediterranean Greece may be tried retirement but he soon found himself half a world away, Stephen’s Market & Grill bored and jumped right back in with the does its best to take you there by sharing same passion and gusto he’s had for all his one of Greece’s best assets: The food. When restaurants. you walk into the midtown restaurant your Named after his son, Stephen’s Market senses are instantly filled with the aroma & Grill is family run and aims to share of fresh herbs, spices, cheeses, olive oils authentic Greek and Eastern European and vegetables sizzling in the kitchen. The meals with Ventura. The restaurant restaurant, formerly occupied by Paradise prides itself on providing top-quality Grill & Sports Bar, is clean, airy and fresh. healthy food by using only extra virgin It includes a deli and market pantry stocked olive oils for dressings and sauces, offering with a variety of marinated olives, Mediter- USDA choice meats and locally grown ranean cheeses, deli meats, pastas, coffees, vegetables. Gregory describes his restau- breads and jams. Then for a final tempta- rant as “gourmet style food with reason- tion, there’s the large bakery case of baklava, able prices.” Traditional Greek dishes, sushi and other Japanese foods. Owned ing quality from start to finish. Also European cookies and homemade desserts. such as the Lamb or Chicken Gyro and by Rolando Camrena it serves appetizers unique is that each of their wine labels For owner, Gregory Kazos, Stephen’s Falafel Sandwich start out at $5.95. If you (Yin Yang Sashimi Tuna), Udon Soups reflect some kind of reference to Ojai. Market & Grill is another notch in his long come, Gregory recommends you try the and noodles, special rolls (Pierpont Shangri-La Grenache Blanc. Crisp successful career as a chef and restaurateur. Moussaka plate made of eggplant, potato, Roll), entrees (chicken, beef, salmon and refreshing with light acidity. Great Born in Lesvos, Greece and immigrating to ground beef and topped with béchamel shrimp, tofu), combination bowls, bento alternative to a heavy Chardonnay on a America at age seventeen, Gregory’s career sauce or the Stuffed Tomato and Pepper. box combos, beer and wine and much hot day. Citrus and apricot notes. humbly began in a pizza joint it Toronto, Each dish is priced at $9.95 and the more, 643-5550. Pink Moment Rose Syrah. Fresh, and Canada. From there he worked his way up portions are very generous. The restaurant Grape Expectations dry with balanced acidity. Slight floral, through the industry solely by hard work can also cater weddings and other events. strawberry and citrus aromas. Great and a love for gourmet cuisine. Over the last The next phase includes expanding the wine to serve with salads, pizzas or just 47 years, he’s been the owner and manager dining experience by offering a beer and Boccali about any tapa. of numerous eateries from hamburger wine selection. Topa Topa Syrah. Deep, dark and joints to steakhouses and upscale fine The way Gregory sees it, “Ventura is a rich, this wine exhibits aromas of dark dining restaurants. At times in his career, very friendly place. I love the city, I love the Vineyards cherry, blackberries and pepper. Medium he’s found himself owning and managing weather and I love the people.” Gregory bodied but able to hold up against a nice up to five establishments at a time. After plans to earn Ventura’s business by word and Winery steak. I truly enjoyed this wine. moving to Simi Valley to be near family, of mouth. Based on the reviews so far, by Eric Garnier Old Vine Zinfandel. Medium Gregory became well-known for introduc- Stephen’s Market & Grill is well on the bodied Zinfandel, not overly jammy. ing fine dining to the community through way to doing just that. Stephen’s Market Nestled high in Upper Ojai Valley is Mellow tannins with hints of raspber- his acclaimed restaurant, Barton’s Steak- and Grill is located at 2632 E. Main Street, Boccali Vineyards and Winery. Also on ries and plum. Perfect with BBQ or house & Seafood. After 47 years, Gregory Ventura, (805) 648-4200. the property is their restaurant. As the Mexican food. northern most winery on the Ventura Rustic Red. Joe and his father Wine Trail, I decided to pay them a DeWayne blended their Zinfandel, the third restaurant owned by Yoshi visit. Over the years, I have driven by Cabernet and Syrah together for this New restaurants Namiki. They serve an abundance of their place several times and never wine. With the zin at 60% of the blend, Italian dishes including appetizers, stopped. I guess I will have to make up one really gets the fruit forwardness of in Ventura chicken, salads and soups, sub sandwich- for lost times. this blend. This well balanced wine can If you know of a new restaurant in es, classic Italian dinners, seafood, pasta As I sat with Joe Boccali on a grassy be served with just about any creation Ventura let us know at editor@venturabreeze. and of course pizza and select wines and area, I had the Topa Topa Mountains that comes out of the kitchen. com take out is available, 641-2300. staring at me in the face. All around So, next time you are in Ojai, stop us were fields of citrus, avocados and by and taste some wonderful locally pumpkins. Joe went on to explain how made wines while you eat at their res- the family started farming here in the taurant, which by the way uses many late 1800’s. Winemaking was always part of the fruits and vegetables grown of the farming experience until Prohibi- right on the property. Be sure to check tion took them out of the wine business. their website for restaurant and tasting They opened a restaurant about 27 hours and locations. years ago and started replanting grapes Tasting room: Fri-Sun 12-5 pm in 2003. They bottled their first vintage 3277 East Ojai Avenue, Ojai, 93023 in 2006. With five acres dedicated to 805 701-5193 Palermo Pizzeria growing grapes in Ojai, winemaking www.boccalivineyards.com Palermo Pizzeria, a restaurant The Sushi House takes up a lot of their time. All of their Cheers, serving Italian home style cooking, has The Sushi House is a dog friendly wines are 100% estate and 100% varietal Eric recently opened at 1751 E. Main St. and Japanese style restaurant recently opened (no blending). The total operation of Questions or comments is much more than just a pizzeria. It is at 1127 S. Seaward featuring an array of wine making is done on site, guarantee- [email protected] 12 November 14 – November 27, 2012 Ventura BREEZE Senior Living Senior Cone-nection members, but everyone’s a senior and most are retirees. Rehearsals are every Tuesday Ventura Senior from 1-3 at the Ventura Avenue Adult Center, 550 N. Ventura Avenue. Readers’ Theatre “We hope that interested people will take an active part with our group once they join. by Nanci Cone It is a commitment to come to a rehearsal There are some people who think and a program once a week. Most of us have books are definitely passé but don’t tell accepted extra duties such as our treasurer, that to the children who are fortunate the caretaker of props and costumes, a enough to experience Ventura Senior contact to the schools, typing and printing Readers’ Theatre! our scripts. Two of our members are former Reader’s theater is a strategy that Theater Arts teachers that occasionally give combines reading practice and performing. us workshops on voice projection and acting Robert “Doc” Reynolds started Readers’ exercises.” Theatre, an offshoot of the old Senior Joanne adds, “We have a story list with Drama Troupe, though he never performed, over 30 stories and some are appropriate for just encouraged everyone to give it a try. Pat each age group: Preschool, Kindergarten, Ronk and Myrna Winer came a year or two Primary and 4-5 grades. We mail the story after and they’re still going strong. As Pat list and a cover letter to all schools early in notes, “We love doing this so much!” August. Someone from a school phones to According to Joanne Kaplan who helps arrange a date for a program and to request line up dates and keeps members informed specific stories. Our group has presented and involved in rehearsals, “Some of us are programs in classrooms, in auditoriums, directors and we all take turns becoming libraries and in churches. the various characters in the stories, whether “Hearing the children in our audiences they are human or animals. The emphasis respond with emotion and laugh at the is on reading and enjoying the stories so we characters’ situations in our stories is hold our scripts during performances. At rewarding. From the stage we watch them this time we have about 20 members but become involved with the action. Many we’re always looking for more people to par- times they come to us after a performance ticipate. Currently we perform about once to tell us why they liked a particular story a week from September except for school or character. This is so rewarding. We have holidays.” developed friendships over the years. We The troupe performs throughout the visit hospitalized members and we carpool County and ask for a donation of $50 – the to schools. We are always open to anyone same amount asked since the group began. who might want to watch a rehearsal Part of the cost pays for props, costumes or a performance to see if what we do is and the books they are performing. They right for them,” notes Joanne. If you are give the books as a gift to the class or library interested in learning more about Ventura at the school. Senior Readers’ Theatre, call Joanne at (805) There are no age requirements for 862-3773. Ventura BREEZE November 14 – November 27, 2012 13 Senior Living ditions, New Realities on Saturday Cypress Place to December 1st from 10am to 12pm. The 10 Warning Signs – Commu- host Alzheimer’s nications & Behaviors on Saturday December 8th from 10am to 12pm. Association Legal Issues & Alzheimer’s Disease In collaboration with the Alzheim- – Advance Directives, Power of er’s Association, please join Cypress Attorney, etc. on Saturday December Place Senior Living for a series of three 15th from 10am to 12pm. seminars on Alzheimer’s and dementia. Join us for these visual presentations Guest speaker for the series will be Norma by an Alzheimer’s Association specialist Featherston, R.N., M.A., Alzheimer’s As- and learn vital information for loved sociation Senior Care Counselor. The ones and those you care for. three-part series is sponsored by VITAS A free buffet luncheon will be served. Innovative Hospice Care. The free seminars take place at A variety of important topics Cypress Place Senior Living and are open regarding Alzheimer’s and dementia will to the public. Seating is limited. For be covered including: more information or to RSVP, please call Home for the Holidays – Old Tra- Continued on page 20

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Professor Scamp, Ph.D (Pretty Happy Dog) ■ We voted and awareness and provide for the health I’m delighted that Bo and safety of the citizens and animals of doesn’t have to move his Ventura County. kennel any time soon. I VCAS rescues, impounds and treats Forever home wanted mean, it’s the only home stray, abandoned and sick animals, he’s known and he must conducts rabies clinics and many other HHi: I’m Max, an affectionate and playful Professor Scamp love having such a big things to help. The agency’s Camarillo Ph.D 33-year-old male Border Terrier mix. I’m yard to play in. I’d be Shelter houses impounded, stray, llooking for a new home because my plain jealous if I didn’t have it as good as I abandoned, lost and homeless animals. ownero is out of work which is forcing do right here in Ventura. For more information, call 1-888- a move and sadly I cannot go. I’m shy So now that’s over, what’s next? 223-PETS (7387) or 805-388-4341 or go at first until I get to know you. I love “Holidays!” Thanksgiving is my favorite, to www.vcas.us/ chasing stuffed animals, sitting on t h e ■ because there are lots of people to beg In an effort to quell overpopulation of couch or in your lap, doing from with my big beautiful eye, even the breed, the Humane Society of Ventura tricks for treats and being with my though turkey always has me running County is offering free spay or neutering people. I’ve had obedience training for the antacids. for Chihuahuas and Chihuahua mixes (I and know the basics. I’m very smart We won’t talk about the whiskered guess all of them weren’t needed to make andand food motivatmotivated so I’m easy to train. I’m good with one in the family because she’s spoiled commercials). The offer is for residents other dogs and children, but would probably do best in a home with children every day and even thinks that she has of Ventura County who own Chihuahuas who are 6 years or older. I’m house trained and will even let you know when I the right to jump on the table. Now that’s and Chihuahua mixes that are 5 years and have to go out. I stand by the door and shake my head so my collar rattles to disgusting – except when she accidently under and weigh from 5 to 15 pounds. get your attention (isn’t that cute, Scamp just barks). pushes some food off the table for me to The HSVC also offers low-cost spay and The Canine Adoption & Rescue League, Sam’s Place, 3203 E. Main St., scoop up. neutering for all other dogs aged 5 years 644-7387 www.carlvcorg It’s also time to think about Christmas and under and between 5 and 80 pounds, and Hanukkah, and any other holiday you with the HSVC vets’ approval. Call Hi: I’m Squeakers, a young male pug/ celebrate, especially if it involves traveling. 646-6505 or 646-7849 and 656-5031 for Chihuahua mix. I was rescued by CABODOGZ Here’s a need-to-know-bulletin for my more information or visit www.hsvc.org. from the Ventura County Animal Shelter, just friends who are planning on taking their ■ In a previous issue I wrote about last week. I am very sweet and playful with owners on a trip this winter – well, any time the Greyfoot Cat Rescue and Sanctuary other dogs and squeaky toys! I am good with within 90 days actually, but it’s really worth that finds homes for abandoned cats. cats and kids too! I’m looking for my forever knowing about right now. They foster unwanted, abandoned, and home. Come and see me at Ventura Highway JetBlue, an airline with a heart homeless cats and kittens and then adopt Luxury Boarding for Dogs, 4692 Ventura obviously, has a new deal called “All Your them out to permanent, loving homes. Ave., or call 643-3647...BE A HERO.....ADOPT Pet Can Jet” (I got excited and thought they They also trap, neuter, and release feral A DOG said “All Your Pet Can Eat”). This is very cats, which usually can’t be domesticated exciting if your humans like to whisk you unless caught very young. Besides housing off to anywhere that they fly. Well, there are (most in structures covered in wire mesh) a couple of tropical islands in the Caribbean around 50 cats, they also have two dogs not included. that keep the cats in line (you will see them MyM name is Blue, I’m 8-years-old. I’m a Poodle For $299 any four-legged furry in a future issue). They are located in Ojai. and Shih Tzu combo...so I’m a shihtzupoo. critter, which weighs less than 20 lbs, Anyway my boss checked the place I love long walks in the park...love sniffing including the carrier (I would need out and told me it is wonderful, like a everything!...I enjoy eating dinner at 6:00 and to lose a few pounds, especially after motel for cats. It has many living quarters I really like to sing! (Humans are always asking Thanksgiving) can fly for three months and skyways attaching the different me to sing...especially my soulful songs) as often as they want. I’m told they have buildings so that the cats can visit other great deals for humans too, so you might buildings and each other without leaving want to go online to check it all out. the place. Even the feral and domestic And this is the time of year to remember cats live together. But the feral cats can’t those canines and felines (wow, my scien- be petted because they are wild. Join Scamp Club tific word pawwess is improving) that are They even have a structure that is also Animals of all sorts can join the ScampClub. Email me your picture and homeless and in shelters, and need a family wonderfully landscaped so the cats feel that a little about yourself, including your address, to Scampclub@ventura to love. A forever home would bring such they are outside as shown in this photo. breeze.com. You will be in the Breeze and become world famous. joy to them and you too. So I have included Maybe next time I can go check it out also. some wonderful places to do just that. Enjoy the cooler weather, and the little rain and don’t forget to wipe your paws before walking on the white carpet. ■ The Ventura County Animal Services (VCAS) is a division of the Ventura County Public Health Department. The mission of VCAS is to improve the lives of animals under their care, be timely and compas- sionate in response to customers, educate These cats, at Greyfoot Cat Rescue think that through community outreach and public they are outside so are having a great time. Police Reports by Veronica Johnson argument escalated, and the male of stolen property from a residential that lead to a residence Reid was believed juvenile stabbed Noriega with a knife. burglary and a commercial burglary to be hiding inside of. He remained Police reports are provided to us by the Ventura The male juvenile fled from the scene in that took place earlier in the day. He barricaded inside for over three hours. Police Department and are not the opinions of a vehicle. was also found in possession of drug Officers made dozens of announcements the Ventura Breeze. All suspects mentioned are Mall Burglary paraphernalia and a small amount of via PA requesting Reid surrender, but he assumed to be innocent until proven guilty in a On Wednesday, October 31st, at methamphetamine. refused to comply with the directives. A court of law. 9:34 p.m. the VPD received a call to Vehicle Pursuit search was conducted at the residence Assault with a Deadly Weapon assist Pacific Mall Security on a theft of On Friday, November 2nd, between and Reid barricaded himself inside of a On Wednesday, October 31st, at property from the AT&T Kiosk located 12:45 and 4:30 p.m., detectives saw bedroom. The K9 was deployed and Reid 5:36 p.m., the VPD received a call of a in the mall. Mall security followed Stephen Reid, who was wanted on a was taken into custody. stabbing victim in the 10500 Block of the suspect Edward Burgess through parole violation, driving a motorcycle Reid was later treated at VCMC Modoc Street. Officers found Gilbert the parking lot. VPD officers stopped in the area of East Barnett Street and booked at VC Jail. No one else was Noriega in the front yard of his residence Burgess and detained him. and Ventura Avenue. When officers injured during this incident. suffering from several non-life threat- Burgess was uncooperative and attempted to stop him, he did not yield. Commercial Burglary Arrest ening stab wounds to his back. He was attempted to run away. After a short foot Reid drove northbound on Cedar On Tuesday, November 6th, at 7:30 transported to VCMC for treatment of pursuit, Burgess was tackled and a brief Street and off into the unpaved, dirt p.m., Jesus Lopez and Hector Gutierrez his injuries. The suspect fled prior to struggle ensued. The officers subdued area near Kellogg Street. Reid’s motor- entered Macy’s Department Store in the officers arriving on scene. Burgess and he was taken into custody cycle was found parked to the rear of a Pacific View Mall. They began putting Officers learned that Noriega got and transported to VCMC where he was duplex in the 200 block of East Barnett expensive clothing items in shopping into a verbal argument with the juvenile medically cleared. Street. During the initial hour of the bags they brought into the store with suspect, who is a family member. The Burgess was also in possession search, officers developed information them. 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Through their investigation 30 Risso Dolphin they learned that the same two suspects 2 Bottlenose Dolphin entered the Macy’s in The Oaks Mall on 13th: 1550 Common Dolphin November 4th and attempted to steal 15 Bottlenose Dolphin approximately $3,000 in merchandise. 35 Risso Dolphin However, according to loss prevention, 14th: 950 Common Dolphin 805-641-1170 the suspects apparently fled the store and 5 Bottlenose Dolphin Expires 11/27/12 dropped the stolen merchandise prior to being contacted by loss prevention. On Ventura Botanical Gardens November 5th, the same two suspects Continued from page 1 returned to The Oaks Mall and stole about the first installation at the Ventura $4,000 worth of clothing items. Botanical Gardens in Grant Park. Stolen Vehicle As the Ventura British Brass Band played, On Tuesday, November 6th, at 6:30 the sky cleared as Gardens President Doug a.m., Robert Martin’s truck was stolen Halter took the microphone. “This trail is from the Vons center in the 2700 block of only the beginning, but it is still the best Thompson Boulevard. Martin left his truck improvement to this park in many decades. with the keys inside. This is a momentous occasion to be able to On Wednesday the 7th, Martin located open our first trail with so many who helped his stolen truck and began to follow it as he make this possible. It is transformative for all contacted the VPD by phone. The suspect, of Ventura County.” Bryan Reeves, pulled over in the 600 block Deputy Mayor Cheryl Heitmann added of Harbor Boulevard and Martin tried to “The VBG is a wonderful example of a detain him. Reeves ran away. Reeves was community coming together with a vision of located a short distance away by responding a project that will be beneficial to the city in so officers. many ways. The dedication of the volunteers is amazing. Opening this trail to the public is a major milestone. I walked up the trail and was Harbor Patrol delighted to find that it is not a difficult trail to hike and showcases our incredible views of Blotter the ocean, the islands, city and hillsides and all that makes Ventura such a special place.” Just a few of the things the Harbor Patrol Once the ribbon was cut, appropriately tends to. with a huge pair of gardening shears, the 10-29 2:40 a.m. FCC activated the guided walking tours began and in a matter On Call system to request Patrol of minutes you could see people and their respond to assist with a brush fire in dogs traversing the hill from top to bottom. the Santa Clara River on the ocean side The 6’ wide Trail is divided into 3 sections. of the bridge. Both On Call personnel An ADA accessible portion from the upper responded. The primary officer parking lot behind Ventura City Hall gently utilized Patrol 4x4 to transport heavy climbs 1400 feet to a viewing area overlooking hose onto the beach. The secondary the city and the ocean. The next portion officer responded, but cleared when it follows the existing ridge line to Summit was determined his assistance was not Drive. The third portion connects Summit necessary. Drive to the barbecue area on a meandering 10-30 7:07 p.m. CGLA relayed a 911 path giving walkers more dramatic views of call of a 20 foot vessel disabled near the hillside and ocean beyond. the rocks on the outside of the break- It’s not too late to see your own name on water. Patrol responded, took the the Trail. The Foot by Foot campaign raised vessel into tow and released it at the the funds for this exciting first step. You launch ramp. can take part right now by sponsoring a foot 10-31 8:02 p.m. PD reports a vessel of trail for $50. Donations can be made at going aground at Harbor Cove Beach. VenturaBotanicalGardens.com. Patrol responded, located a disabled Also the VBG is in immediate need 16-foot vessel, took the vessel into tow of volunteers with some survey/sampling and released it at the launch ramp. experience to design a plan to collect data on 11-4 9:35 a.m. A concerned citizen trail usage. This data is critical for grants and affecting seniors in Ventura County. reported a disabled vessel with smoke other purposes. Presentations Representative Karen Wold will discuss coming out of it one mile from the If you are able to help us out please contact these issues and will be available to Harbor Entrance. Patrol responded. [email protected] answer questions as well on Friday, Nov. The vessel was only disabled. Patrol And don’t forget the regular, guided trail at The 16th, at 11:00 am.. The seating is limited, took it into tow and released it at its walks on the fourth Saturday of each month. so please RSVP to The Bonaventure at slip in the Keys. Meet at 10am in the upper parking. Bonaventure 671-9700. Lunch will be served at 12:30 following the presentation. And on Tuesday, Nov. 20th, at 9:30 to aid seniors am The Bonaventure will present “Al- Some of the most prevalent crimes zheimer’s Facts and Tools”, a seminar committed against the elderly are not presented by Paul Weirman of Home personal violent crimes but rather Instead Home Health Care. This event financial crimes. Fraudulent schemes is intended for anyone affected by Al- that are particularly successful among zheimer’s and especially for those with the elderly include illegal door-to-door a loved one who is affected. This is a sales, home improvement scams, mail powerful presentation that will give you order fraud, and social involvement ac- the awareness you need to tackle Al- tivities. Each type of fraud is dependent zheimer’s head-on! Light refreshments upon a particular vulnerability of the will be provided. Seating is limited, elderly. Join in for a special presenta- so please RSVP to The Bonaventure tion by the Ventura County District at 671-9700 to reserve your seat. All are Attorney’s Office on scams and frauds welcome! 16 November 14 – November 27, 2012 Ventura BREEZE Show Time VFS@420EAST Where The Music Flows relate and re-experience familiar feelings impoverished village. The vision of these of secretiveness, mixed with elements of La Source brothers soon ignites the passion of Autumn audio shame and confusion. (Filmmaker Patrick Shen will attend) many others, ranging from the students The show has few songs that will of Princeton University to Generosity by Michael Kohli stick with you, although the score Reviewed by Gerald Zwers Water, a Los Angeles-based charitable or- [email protected] contains an excellent mixture of styles. Ventura Film Society ganization. Patrick Shen’s inspiring and RockMilesTraveled.tumblr.com Some remarkable vocal blending is A Superhero can take many forms. heartfelt documentary continues the Currently Listening to: Dark Money by achieved by musical director Matt Park. Some wear colorful costumes and capes. story of one of the unique personalities Geoff Tate. Each number is presented with vocal Some fly through the air. And some profiled in his previous film, The Philoso- and choreographic abandon, with all merely push brooms and drive taxi pher Kings, screened by the VFS in 2011. Local legends, Army Of Freshmen, participants fully engaged at all times. cabs. La Source (Tuesday, Nov. 20th @ Like that remarkable film, La Source have returned with a new music video Master choreographer Becky Castells 7:15 pm) tells the powerful story of a reminds us of the best that a person can online called, Ava. The band’s new has challenged the players with intricate, simple, humble superhero. As a young strive for, to be selfless, inspired and to, album, Happy To Be Alive, was released on unusual moves that perfectly accent the man, Josue Lajeunesse moved from his in turn, inspire others. November 13. Many local scene friends mood of each song. Ensemble numbers, home, La Source, a small remote Haitian The Ventura Film Society is proud to also make cameo appearances in the for instance, accurately portray the village, to New Jersey. He found employ- present La Source, sponsored by Patti & music video as well. Look for it and news stomping anger, confusion and convic- ment there as a custodian at Princeton Gary Channer, as the 20th of 21 feature about the album’s release, upcoming tion of the teen years. In stark contrast University, and took a second job as a films screening @ 7:15pm on 1st & 3rd shows and more on ArmyOfFreshmen. are the quiet moments showing the taxi driver. Working close to 20 hours a Tuesdays through December 4, 2012 at com. vulnerability and turmoil of the teenage day enabled him to send money home so 420 E. Santa Clara Street. Screening, Zachary James And The All Seeing heart and psyche. that he and his brother, Chrismedonne, Membership & Advance Ticket Infor- Eyes are prepping up an album release. All five of the adult female charac- could complete an important dream mation – www.venturafilmsociety.com Announcing the title, Space Case, and ters in the story are portrayed by Lori that their father and the other villagers / 628-2299 / info@venturafilmsociety. revealing the album cover on Facebook. Lee Gordon, from housefrau to floozy. had begun – to bring clean water to their com. Stay tuned for more info. Similarly, the nine adult males popping Alexandra &The Starlight Band were in and out of the action are played by a surfing world. The relationship between thru Sun recently shown performing on Good Day single actor, the very capable Sean Har- Frosty and Jay develops into a bond as Brian Nicolette from 3 Man Weave every LA. The band has been gigging up and rington. Both are a delight to watch as strong as a father and son, and Frosty Wed down the coast in support of their new they slide seamlessly from one character takes Jay under his wing to prepare him EP release. You can view the new tracks Andre’s Wine & Tapas Bar to the next. for “Chasing Maverick”. on iTunes, or just check them out live. 1575 Spinnaker Dr., 805-642-9463 The cast is a large one and the It was a real portrayal of human Aerosmith has returned with their Acoustic Tuesday with Bill McPherson & members of the ensemble shines in their nature at its best. It was not corny as first original studio album in 11 years. Friends every Tues 7-10pm own spotlight. Of particular note are critics have expressed in their reviews. They’ve released a mostly Blues cover Jazz Jam every Wed Nick Bernardi as the troubled Moritz, It has a great supporting cast with album in 2004 and a handful of live and Chelsea Pitillo as Wendla, the naïve Elizabeth Shue as Jay’s mother, who is a Blackbeards Seaside BBQ albums, DVD’s and three hits collection teen whose world is set spinning. drunk and depressed most of the film. 1591 Spinnaker Dr. #115, 805- 650-7773 albums since then. The new album, Music Due to explicit language, action and Leven Rambin plays Kim, the girl Jay Open Mic/Jam Night with “Shure From Another Dimension, is well worth the content, those under 16 years must be falls in love with at age nine, and eventu- Thing” every Mon 6-9pm wait. Aerosmith’s fan base is divided accompanied by a parent. The publicity ally marries. Blue Grass Jam featuring: The Bottom between almost 5 decades of music. clearly states the show is not recom- Cinematographer Bill Pope does an Feeders every Thur 6-9pm You’ve got the fans of their ballads. mended for anyone under 14 years and, amazing job at bringing the visuals and Acoustic Jams with “Ken Kong” every Then, you have the die hard, Toys In The we would add, or easily embarrassed. the fierceness of the waves to life. I was Fri, Sat & Sun 12pm Attic, fans, then the full hard rocking Spring Awakening continues through on the edge of my seat. A heartwarming Fri 11/16 - Attics Attic 7-11pm fans. Well, after reviewing the new December 2, 2012 at the Simi Valley and touching story. A must see! Sat 11/17 - Crosscut 6-10pm tracks; Aerosmith takes care of everyone Cultural Arts Center, 3050 Los Angeles Rated PG 13 Running time 116 minutes Sun 11/18 - Blue Stew 2-6pm on this album. Deluxe version includes Ave., Simi Valley. Performances are at Fri 11/23 - A Fine Mess 7-11pm 18 new tracks. My personal favorite new 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 Sat 11/24 - Front Street Prophets Aerosmith addictions include: Freedom p.m. on Sunday afternoons. Tickets are 6pm-10pm Fighter (featuring Johnny Depp playing $22, with student and senior pricing Sun 11/25 - Blue Stew 2-6pm guitar), Legendary Child, Out Go The Lights, at $18. Reservations and information: The Perks of Being A Wallflower Street Jesus, LUV XXX, Lover Alot, Sunny GiGi’s Coctail Lounge (805) 583-7900. www.simi-arts.org and In this engaging romantic drama, Side of Love, and Beautiful. Check it out! 2493 Grand Ave., 805-642-2411 www.actorsrepofsimi.org a script adapted from the novel by Karaoke with Steve Luke every Sun & Two on the Aisle Stephan Chbosky, Perks is a funny, Wed 7pm- 12am The Entertainment Report touching, coming of age story about a shy misfit named Charlie (played by Live Bands every Fri & Sat 9pm Touchy topic Logan Leman). It’s All Good Bar & Grill Silver Screen At 15, on his first day of high school, 533 E. Main St., 805-641-9951 well treated in by Linde Carlson shy Charlie has a hard time making Open Mike Night every Wed friends and dodging bullies. He even- Majestic Theater Simi play Hello Ventura, my picks of the week tually befriends Sam (Emma Watson) are: 26 S. Chestnut St., 805-653-0721 by Jim Spencer & Shirley Lorraine and Patrick (Ezra Miller). Together they become fast friends, best friends even Fri 11/16 - DJ BL3ND 8pm A universal theme for teens across and young love and adventure begins. Sat 11/17 - Misfits, Scuba Steve, Gnarly the world, and through time, is and Emma Watson was real grown up in Party, good deeds, Banned for Life 8pm always has been, sex – thinking about this role, unlike the famous Hermione Wed 11/21- Bunbury, Vispera, Zura 8pm it, imagining it, attempting to procure Chasing Mavericks in Harry Potter, where you will be very Squashed Grapes it, and ultimately getting it,…along with Do not, I repeat, do not listen to the surprised just how grown up. Ezra Miller 2351 E. Main St., 805-643-7300 and the consequences. reviews that say this film was predictable is a quirky, gay character who loves Vocal Jazz Night every Tue 6:30-10pm Spring Awakening, the current and a “Wave” of disappointment. I found everyone despite his cryptic issues and House Jazz Band every Fri 6:30-10pm musical production by the Actors’ it to be quite the opposite. drawbacks about being gay. The Tavern Repertory Theatre of Simi, focuses on A true story, biopic based on real Logan Leman is a terrific young 211 Santa Clara St., 805-643-3264 all those elements on which the teenage facts about surfer Jay Moriority, I did not actor, real and believable. Already quite brain dwells. Director David Ralphe has know the story before-hand, and only the serial actor, Leman brilliantly Live Bands every Tue thru Sat once again chosen to expand the scope found out it was a true story when I got executes the role of a troubled youngster “Honky Tonk Tuesdays” Country Night, of the works presented at the Simi Valley to the theatre. trying to find himself in a world of Live Country Band every Tue 8pm Cultural Arts Center by challenging the Gerard Butler plays “Frosty”, a mental turmoil. The script was unique, Ventura County Blues Society Jam actors and audiences to confront and fearless forty something local legend in and is worthy of a go-see. I thoroughly session hosted by Tommy Marsh every delve into areas that are often not spoken the surfing world. Frosty is a neighbor to enjoyed it. Wed 8pm about aloud, much less put into song. eight-year-old Jay, played by newcomer Rated R Running time 102 minutes Wed 11/14 - Blues Jam with Tommy Based on a German play penned Jonny Weston. Marsh & Bad Dog 8pm back in 1891, as a musical this show Bright eyed, ambitious, and pas- Thur 11/15 - Chris Hawley 9pm is startling in its rawness, stark in its sionate, Jay is a boy intrigued with Music Calendar Fri 11/16 - 3 Man Weave 9pm frankness and slightly uncomfortable in surfing, and the thought of riding the Sat 11/17 - Rich Sheldon 9pm its subject matter. However, it is beauti- biggest wave in the world at Half Moon 11/14 to 11/27 Tue 11/18 - Ventucky String Band 9pm- fully presented and features some high Bay in Northern California, called For more events go to Fun-in-Ventura.com Watermark On Main quality talent. “Maverick”. 598 E. 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Check out everyone finds endearing. the motive for this move: It’s not what © 2012 King Features Syndicate, Inc. 18 November 14 – November 27, 2012 Ventura BREEZE Mailbox Mailbox Sincerely, Continued from page 5 Camille Harris Dear Mayor Tracy, Deputy Mayor The Safe City Initiative Heitmann and Council Members Monahan, Andrews, Weir, Morehouse and Brennan We are gratified to see an extension of the second unit ordinance. This provides time for you to make the modifications needed to achieve community buy-in. Here are my suggestions for the modifications that will remove the roadblocks that have prevented the public from par- ticipating: 1. Remove self-incrimination requirement 2. Remove requirement for criminal- ization of applicants who are not able to comply with the requirements 3. Remove requirement for a Dear Governor Brown... separate address for studio/converted First, I want to congratulate you garages. This is not a safety issue on having the best local newspaper 4. Allow time payment plans for around... I was a typographer for many the full impact fee amount over a years... I am also a writer... So, I appreci- four year period, and in cases where ate your hometown touch... payments are a financial hardship, The reason I am writing to you today allow full payment to be made when is to ask if would have any suggestions on the property changes ownership. how to improve the aesthetic appearance 5. Require same inspection of the old, dirty, worn out, rusty and just standards as are required by HUD plain horrible looking newspaper boxes rental housing inspections. around the city... 6. Ensure the use of the word I am sending an example from by “substandard” is modified to ensure the McDonald’s on Harbor Blvd... Since that people are not charged with civil it is such a heavily traveled pedestrian penalties simply for missing a permit. area, guests from the Marriott and the The state gives you permission to other hotels and motels in the area are modify the second unit ordinance and left with a less than favorable impres- make it as easy or as difficult as you sion... desire. Right now, with 4,000 granny There are other examples; however flats, estimated by code enforcement’s I just wanted to use this location as an own survey, and only 25 completed example. after a full year, the program begs for Thank you for your time and con- these modifications. sideration... SPAY AND NEUTER YOUR PET: SAVE A LIFE With over 2,000 contractors Sincerely, contacted and numerous outreach to Mark Carson 2 dogs X 6 years = 67,000 DOGS…YIKES!! 2 cats X 9 years = 11, 600,000 Cats...OMG!! the community, the public has effec- Breeze: The city is aware of this problem tively rejected the current version of and has in place a system to have some of “We can’t add, but we sure can multiply!!” the ordinance. You have, with these these removed but it is taking a long time to modifications, the opportunity to implement. Kathy Payne, in the planning de- ADOPT A PET restore confidence and trust in our partment, is in charge of our “rack ordinance” BE A HERO… city government while ensuring safety so if you send her photos, and location of and bringing more money into the unsightly racks that would be a good start. city. [email protected]. 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Johanna Spinks (Artist in the Community) is shown painting Lorenzo DeStefano (Arts Leader) for the Face Of Ventura by Johanna Spinks as featured in the Ventura Breeze. Mayor’s Arts Join kinetic artist BiJian Fan of Anthony and Sebastian show off their ceramic Camarillo on Sunday, November 18 at Award honorees animal sculptures that they created in a 2:00 p.m., for a journey through the history Learning to See residency at Fremont Middle of paper and paper arts in China, as well as announced School. an introduction to the modern techniques and cutting edge materials he uses in his Ventura Mayor Mike Tracy has Bringing their kinetic sculptures. During his talk at the announced the six winners of the eighth Museum of Ventura County Fan will also annual Mayor’s Arts Awards. This discuss how his art helped him find his voice program was created in 2005 to honor award-winning The beauty of California’s remote Channel Islands has captured artists and connect with people when he came to major contributions of individuals, or- this country as an immigrant. His kinetic ganizations and businesses to Ventura art program to for more than a century. Santa Cruz Island rancher Dr. Carey Stanton was dragon sculptures are currently on display through the arts; to showcase the at the museum. economic impact of Ventura’s creative inspired not only by their beauty, but also schools by the art of the islands. See many of the The talk is $5 for the general public, businesses and to build new leadership Focus on the Masters (FOTM) is museum members free, and includes and develop patrons for the arts. works of art he collected on exhibition at seeking interested teachers, parents, orga- the Museum of Ventura County in Island admission to all exhibitions, including Hidden The 2012 Mayor’s Arts Award nizations and art advocates to bring FOTM’s Voices: The Chinese of Ventura County. To Honorees are: Treasures: Artworks from the Santa award-winning art program, Learning To Cruz Island Foundation. The exhibit RSVP call 653-0323 x 7. Barbara Meister – Arts Patron See, to schools throughout Ventura County. Johanna Spinks – Artist in the Community opens to the public December 2, and Arts education should be an important part continues through March 3, 2013.The Debbie Fox, Fox Fine Jewelry – Creative of every child’s education. Unfortunately, Entrepreneur non-profit Santa Cruz Island Foundation, funding is the biggest obstacle in bringing established by Stanton in 1985, owns and Lorenzo DeStefano – Arts Leader the arts to a classroom. Teachers are faced Pam Cohen – Arts Educator continues to add to the most unique col- with the rewarding challenge of preparing lection of art related to the Islands, and Katrina Maksimuk – Emerging Artist our children for an ever changing world with Detailed information about each this exhibit is the result of a growing rela- less money than ever. FOTM is asking the Enjoy an evening with Tom Jenkins honoree is available on the city website tionship between the foundation and the community to Adopt a Classroom in your on Nov. 27, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at The at www.cityofventura.net/maa. neighborhood by underwriting the $450 Comedy Club at The Harbor. Horses, In September, a selection panel repre- tuition needed (including instructor and motorcycles, pin-striped hot rods, steel senting philanthropic, educational, and supplies) for each LTS sequential 8-week spinning tops and sound sculptures will cultural interests was convened to review in-the-classroom residency. If $450 is a be woven together as Donna Granata in- nominations for this year and to select the challenge for you, please consider teaming terviews Tom Jenkins, an artist who resists winners. up with other parents or giving what you easy classification. Admission is free for A reception to honor the recipients will can. Every donation helps and is greatly FOTM members; general admission $10, be held in November 15 (from 7-9pm) at the appreciated! students and seniors $5. No one under 21 Museum of Ventura County. Each honoree FOTM lessons are cross-curricular, and years permitted. RSVP at 653.2501 will be awarded a special edition work on many of them can be tailored and grouped And join in after for dinner with the paper created by local artist Lis Schwitters to work with a particular unit of study, i.e. artist at Focus on the Masters Archive entitled Mark of Excellence. zoology, social studies, history, language and Library. The dinner is $20 for FOTM The Breeze is proud that Johanna arts, sciences, etc. They are adaptable to members, $30 for non-members. Purchase Spinks, creator of the Face Of Ventura as a wide range of grade levels from elemen- tickets online at www.focusonthemasters. featured in the Breeze, was chosen as the tary through secondary grades and beyond. com or by calling 653.2501. Artist in the Community. Flexible programming options are available to suit the needs of each school. The lessons are sequential, beginning with a brief Call to artists PowerPoint presentation about the life and The Buenaventura Art Association work of FOTM documented artists from is pleased to announce a call to artists our own community, followed by a round Emily Thiroux Threatt is the featured for its 2nd annual Community Memorial table discussion. artist at Studio 1317 for the month of Hospital Open Competition. This year’s Arts education offers our youth an December, with an opening reception on show is entitled “Recycle: Eco Art” and opportunity for children to learn creative Dec. 7 from 7 to 9 PM at 1317 Ventura will be juried by Rhode Island artist, Tom problem solving skills while emphasizing Avenue. Deininger. Deininger was named one of the uniqueness in all of us. Marie Antoinette, one of European Artist (and Breeze contributing the top ten artists in the country working Over the years, there have been decreas- history’s most infamous queens, is the writer) stated “My pleasure comes from in recycled art by the online news service ing art education opportunities for our subject of the newest George Stuart Histori- doing something different every time. I ® Huffington Post. The show is open to youth. Although arts education is a part cal Figures exhibition Let’em Eat Cake, see that my skills and techniques improve artworks utilizing at least 75% reused, of the California Education Standards, opening at the Museum of Ventura County with each item I create even though the recycled or found materials. The show will lack of proper funding and prioritization on November 20 and running through actual items vary widely. Instead of even, run December 2 through January 6, 2013. has relegated art education to teachers or February 24, 2013. perfectly crafted fiber baskets, ceramic This competition is open to artists who volunteers who are often not trained in The exhibit of one-quarter life-size baskets emerge with fluid shapes, unusual live in Ventura, Santa Barbara, and L.A. the arts. Learning To See’s emphasis on sculpture of Antoinette and other person- colors, and everlasting flowers perma- Counties. critical thinking, innovation and tolerance alities from the French Revolution sheds nently blooming. Instead of a solid color The first place winner of “Recycle” will is at the heart of the program. It is specifi- light on her extravagant life and tragic platter, a multicolored impressionistic fish receive a $500 cash prize; second place is cally designed to introduce our youth to an end by the guillotine. flows across a plate, or a lovely stand of $250; third place is $125. inspiring, productive world beyond TV, Accompanying monologues by bamboo inspires serenity.” A meet-the-artists reception and awards computer games, texting, gangs and drugs historian and artist George Stuart will be “My current favorite inspirations ceremony will be held Tuesday, December by using not just the artwork, but also held in 2013 in the museum’s Martin V. include the never ending variety of shades 4th from 5-7 PM in the Community the life stories of our own extraordinary and Martha K. Smith Pavilion. Admission and texture in my garden, the colors and Memorial Hospital lobby. Ventura County artists. to each monologue is $15 for the general patterns I discovered from the photographs Entries must be submitted electroni- For more information please contact public, $10 for museum members, and I took while traveling the world, and the cally through the online entry form on Aimee French, FOTM Education Coordi- includes entry to all museum exhibits. For peace I find in spiritual images.” the Buenaventura Gallery website, www. nator, at 653-2501 or Education@Focu- reservations, call 653-0323 x 7. buenaventuragallery.org. More informa- sOnTheMasters.com. 20 November 14 – November 27, 2012 Ventura BREEZE This ’n’ That VVCB new executive director To learn more about VITAS Innovative Continued from page 1 Hospice Care visit their web site at www. Auster was selected as Executive vitas.com. Director after several months of re- cruiting and interviewing candidates following long-time Executive Director, Music calendar Jim Luttjohann’s exit from the VVCB in Continued from page 16 mid-July. Since then, the VVCB staff has W2O Rooftop Lounge been incredibly dedicated and profes- 598 E. Main St. (above Watermark) sional in operating without an Executive 805-643-6800 Director, says Peña. Live Bands every Wed thru Sun “Our Board of Directors really ap- Friday Dance Party every Fri 9pm preciates the hard work of the VVCB Thur 11/15 - Shawn Jones 7pm staff over the last several months,” said Fri 11/16 - Orlando 9pm Peña. “Their dedication and hard work Sat 11/17 - ADD 9pm during that time will create a seamless Fri 11/23 - Legalizers 9pm transition as Auster begins her new role.” Sat 11/24 - Bomb 9pm Prior to joining the Ventura Visitors Sun 11/25 - Shawn Jones 12pm and Convention Bureau, Auster served Yolies/Hi Hat Entertainment as Assistant Executive Director of the 138 W. Main St., 805-816-9663 Arizona State Fair, where she routinely Top Notch Musicians and Bands every managed events drawing over 1 million Fri 8pm guests and generating $8.5 million in Fri 11/15 - Forty Fours (Rockin’ Blues) annual revenue, as well as increasing Fri 11/23 - Teresa James & Rythm Tramps sponsorship revenue to the highest level (where Texas meets New Orleans) in Arizona State Fair History. Before that, she managed convention sales for Zoey’s Café divisions of the Hyatt and Renaissance 185 E. Santa Clara St., 805-652-1137 Hotels. Auster began her hospitality Blue Grass Jam every Tue 6pm career at the Doubletree in Ventura, and Songwriter’s Round every Wed 8pm has always dreamed of returning. Live Musicians & Bands every Wed thru Sat 8pm Wed 11/14 - Shelby, Tieg and Tara 8pm Cypress Place Thur 11/15 - Tom Freund (Alternative Continued from page 13 Folk, Jazz, Americana) 8pm 650-8000. Cypress Place Senior Living is Fri 11/16 - Nardcore Bowling Tourna- located at 1200 Cypress Point Lane. ment Kickoff Party 7pm Cypress Place Senior Living is a premiere Sat 11/17 - The Mother Hips (California senior community in Ventura County. The Soul), Brian Wright 8pm, Chill Child & beautiful senior living campus features Dahlia Llama 10pm an Active Senior Living community and Sun 11/18 - Anthropic Ensemble & New adjacent Assisted Living and Alzheimer’s/ Monsters (Modern Jazz) 8pm Dementia Care community connected by a Mon 11/19 - Rocket 68 (Classic Rock lushly landscaped courtyard. Hits) 7pm To learn more about Cypress Place Fri 11/23 - Adam Clark Jazz Trio Senior Living of Ventura, visit their web site 10:30pm at www.cypressplaceseniorliving.com. Sat 11/24 - 3rd Annual Ones to Watch To learn more about the Alzheimer’s Finale 7pm Association California Central Coast Mon 11/26 - Rocket 68 (Classic Rock Chapter visit their web site at www.alz.org/ Hits) 7pm cacentralcoast/. 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We drove over 1,300 miles from Ventura to Glacier National Park, Montana. This photo was taken at St Mary’s Lake. The area had an early winter snow storm. We are Brad, 8, Natalie, 5, Chliana, Joanne, Shawn, and April. Shawn and I are married. Brad and Natalie are our children. Joanne is Shawn’s mom and Chliana is A crowd of around 200 gathered on Nov.11 at Ivy Lawn Memorial Park to honor our his sister. April Hoff veterans including several honor guards, and Boy Scouts displaying our flag. Photos by John Ferritto.