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City dignitaries from the City Council and Recreation & Parks and other employees and well- wishers dig Kellogg Park. Kellogg Park takes a small step with groundbreaking On March 12 Kellogg Park held a breaking ceremony with the flavor of the groundbreaking ceremony that included Historic Westside. a Chumash Blessing for the land, music Activities included community from local middle school DeAnza booths with activities including a Academy of Technology and the Arts, mosaic play-station with Kevin Carman, Mariachi Los Halcones, brightly colored the artist designing a public art piece Aztec Dancers and martial arts and for Kellogg Park, seedling planting, boxing demonstrations. button making, carnival games, bubbles, The event presented by the Westside interactive art activities, fish bean bag Community Council, and sponsored by river toss, walking beams, hula hoops, SoCalGas included a traditional ground- bracelet making, book crafts, and more.

enjoy fun exercise with a twist of salsa, City of Ventura ballroom and jazz. Instructor Jackie Ringhof. Dance classes Parent & Me Creative Movement Call (658-4726 or 654-7552 to 2-4 years register, or if you already have an 4/6-5/25 Wednesday 10-10:45 am ACTIVENET account online, visit www. $50 #5658 cityofventura.net. Check out hundreds Explore dance together as you move more on our web-site! in different directions, levels, tempos Classes/Events held the Barranca and shapes using imaginative play. Wear Vista Center, 7050 Ralston Street, in comfortable clothes for easy movement. Ventura unless otherwise noted. Instructor Jenae Kartawidjaja Dancer’s Body Cardio Barre and Pre Ballet I & II with Cassie Sculpt 18 years-Adult 3-7 years 4/5-5/10 Tuesday 12-12:45 pm 4/11-6/6 Monday 4-4:45 pm $65 $60 #5528 #5652 3-5 years Pre K Sculpt muscles, trim fat, tone and 4/11-6/6 Monday 4:45-5:30 pm lift the entire body with a challeng- $65 #5653 5-7 years Grades K-1 ing no-impact strength and flexibility Basic steps, coordination and balance workout using the ballet barre and tech- are combined with playful instruction niques from Pilates, Yoga Ballet and and friendly tunes. Leotard, tights and Lotte Berk. Bring towel & water. Instruc- ballet shoes recommended. Parents may tor Haley-Nicole Harwood. stay for first and last class only. No class Polynesian Dance with Elaine Tavares 5/30. Instructor Cassie Lawhead. 5 years-adult Some of the earliest photos of Ventura. 4/6-5/25 Wednesday 5:30-6:15 pm $60 #5477 5-8 years 4/6-5/25 Wednesday 6:15-7:30 pm $55 #5478 9 years-adult Bring a skirt and/or sarong to class and have fun learning songs and steps to Hula, Tahitian, and Poi Balls. Beginning Tap 12 years-adult 4/6-5/25 Wednesday 7:30-8:30 pm $80 #5532 Get great exercise and improve your balance while learning the basic steps for tap as well as combinations and routines set to upbeat rhythms and music. Classes are progressive but CAPSTV and crew, along with Suz Montgomery, invited several of the Legacy designed for the beginner dancer. Come families including the Foster and Dudley families into their newly refurbished studio. to class with tap shoes and wear exercise They enjoyed learning about the history of Ventura through the eyes and ears of those type dancewear including loose pants who were there or from stories told to them. and t-shirts. Instructor Elli Busch. Richard Abbey Docent Dudley house and owner of the classic Ford, Bob Dudley, Line Dance with a Twist Sheri Oelschlager Docent Dudley House and Suz Montgomery host of CAPS Media 18 years-adult Ventura Legacies in front of the classic Ford. 4/6-5/9 M/W 1-2 pm $60 Photo by John Ferritto. #5661 For experienced line dancers: Ventura BREEZE March 30 – April 12, 2016 5 Opinion/Editorial This issue has a few construction of the Ventura Bus Transfer service program at Harbor Community articles that aren't Center Shelters Project for the amount of Church might be on-again. true (tomorrow is $295,500. Recently, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Member, Ventura Chamber of Commerce April Fool). Can you The design is meant to finally provide Appeals has revived the church’s request find them? shelter from the rain that the existing for a preliminary injunction against The Ventura Breeze is your free local community n I hope that you “shelter” never provided. In their discus- Ventura which had previously shut down newspaper published every other Wednesday Sheldon (Governor) Brown enjoy our special sions, council members expressed such the program. Publisher-Editor and circulated throughout Ventura and to many coverage of Ventura’s displeasure with the cost and design that a The Church sought the injunction locations in Ojai and the Channel Islands Harbor 150th Anniversary in this issue. There vote wasn’t even taken to reject the project. in hopes that it can reopen Operation located in Oxnard. will be several events coming up to I certainly agree, as the proposed Embrace until its religious freedom lawsuit Publisher -Editor celebrate the anniversary (men- tioned design is mostly glass and would take against the City is concluded. Sheldon (Governor) Brown in this issue) so be sure to attend them. constant cleaning and upkeep, plus it The church has been represented by [email protected] n A little information about Ventura Stanford Law Professor James Sonne of the Publisher Emeritus that you will probably find very interest- university’s Religious Liberty Clinic. Staci Brown ing (or not): Neighbors of the church have been very Coordinates: 34°16’30”N 119°13’40”W opposed to this use located in a residential Assistant to the Publisher Incorporated: April 2, 1866 neighborhood siting drug use and the fact Ana Baker Government: that the church is located right next to a Pet Editor Mayor: Erik Nasarenko school and park. The City Council agreed. Professor Scamp City Manager: Mark Watkins I don’t see this as a religious freedom [email protected] CA Senate: Hannah-Beth Jackson (D) situation at all, but rather a zoning consid- Contributing Writers CA Assembly: Das Williams (D) eration. Does a homeless shelter belong in Rebecca Wicks • Richard Lieberman U.S. Congress: CA-24: Lois Capps(D) a residential neighborhood? Carol Leish • Eduardo Victoria CA-26: Julia Brownley (D) n A survey conducted by an independent Bus shelter design rejected by City Council. Veronica Johnson • James Spencer Area: research firm - commissioned by the city - Shirley Lorraine • Sheli Ellsworth Total: 32.095 sq mi to poll Venturan’s on whether they would Victoria Usher • Danielle Peak Land: 21.655 sq mi vote for a sales tax increase in November Pam Baumgardner • Elizabeth Rodeno Water: 10.440 sq mi 32.53% showed that a majority of citizens would Mira Reverente • Amber Hanson Elevation: 36 ft vote yes. Karen Helen Szatkowski Population: Many opposed to the increase just Connie De La Rosa • Gail Field Total: 108,961 (more or less) don’t think the money would be used for Contributing Photographers Rank: 4th in Ventura County what was promised and would end up in John Ferritto • Bernie Goldstein 58th in California the general fund. Richard Lieberman • Michael Gordon n The Cabrillo Music Theatre in That would certainly be my concern Daniel Ingram Thousand Oaks will suspend productions as well, as this often happens to revenue Distribution at the end of the 2015-16 season in July earmarked for specific causes. Jaime Baker • Fred Kastel which meant cancelling their next season. The best example is what has happened Reprinted from a previous issue of the Ventura Mary Thompson Cabrillo has been the professional musical to the millions of dollars spent on the Breeze. Senior Advisors theater company and only resident State’s lottery that was meant for our Suz Montgomery • Lori Harasta company at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts would be highly subject to breakage and schools. Plus, every building permit issued Account Executives Plaza for 22 years. Officials cited escalat- graffiti (carving). Plus, a good view of bird has school funds added to it and yet all we Breezy Gledhill • Cindy Summers ing theater costs, declining ticket sales and droppings would be provided. hear is that our schools are underfunded - Web/Online Advisor reduction in grant income as reasons for It was approved by our Design where does all of this money go? Cindy Summers the decision. I hate to see this happen, as Review Committee and Public Art n I’ve always wondered if the people Print Production they present wonderful productions. Commission because they felt that it who think that Israel should give back Alfred J. Lewis/studioNothing n At a recent City Council meeting, wouldn’t distract from the original land that they have won in wars also the council was asked to approve and design of the shelter. I think it would think that the United States should give Printing American Foothill Publishing Co. authorize the Mayor to execute a contract be wonderful if it did distract from the most of California, Utah, Arizona and ------agreement with the bidder, NR Develop- original structure and design. New Mexico back to Mexico (that we CONTACT US: ment, Inc., of Duarte, California, for the n The on-again, off-again homeless won or kind of bought). Events & Happenings [email protected] Opinions [email protected] Mailbox Articles and Photos tax of .0000078% until the VPD protects Dear Editor: city, ever challenged spending after it has [email protected] me from horse dung. Ventura’s Mayor believes that we been spent? Advertising And at the same time I see our police will feel better if we pay another $340 Finally, he fails to remind voters [email protected] department making arrests because bar to a Ventura City general fund versus it that there is no guarantee that the patrons are spitting at spittoons and going into a State fund! Really? Aren’t I $340 will be spent on any, or all, of Ventura Breeze missing. still out $340? I feel better already. the city needs. No post-audit citizen’s 1575 Spinnaker Drive, 105B, Box 393 Isn’t our tourist trade important? Mayor Nasarenko is campaigning oversight committee will be able to Ventura, CA 93001 Let the bar patrons enjoy spitting and for this tax increase on the premise track City spending because all of the clean up our city from manure so that that Ventura voters will support a tax records are kept and controlled by the Phone/Fax 805.653.0791 tourists enjoy coming here. that is kept and spent locally. He fails City. C Homer Victoria to make it clear that $340 out of every An oversite committee has no power The Ventura Breeze is printed with Ventura household budget is still $340, re- to reverse any spending after the fact. It is soy based ink on paper with minimum gardless of where and how it is spent. a smoke screen to give voters a false sense To the average taxpayer, more taxes that a citizen’s oversight committee can 40% recycled content. paid out of their household budget put any concerns about “how funds are will reduce their ability to pay rent or spent” to rest. The fact remains that their mortgage. It cuts into their food once that tax is passed, no one will look We encourage you to send your opinions budget, their travel and vacation capa- at the tax again and no reversals will ever to [email protected]. Please bility, as well as their medical care and happen. limit them to about 300 words. their own future retirement. With a current surplus and better Mayor Nasarenko also feels that than expected revenues, there is no need citizens should be willing to tax them- to tax citizens more. Breeze (June, 1866): selves because there will be a Citizen’s Robert Alviani I am sick and tired of walking Oversite Committee. When has any VREG Chair around Ventura and finding an excess of oversight committee, appointed by the 805-644-5776 horse manure everywhere that I go. On the promenade, Plaza Park, in our river bottoms, downtown. Each man is good in the sight of the Great Spirit. It is not When I attempt to cross Main St. necessary for eagles to be crows. Now we are poor but we are there is so much horse dung that I can hardly make it. Can’t the VPD make the Editor: free. No white man controls our footsteps. If we must die, carriages use a side street or are they too End of Vince Street off Avenue. Is we die defending our rights. busy arresting people for exceeding the this a hillside coming down one heavy – Sitting Bull - Lakota Sioux - 1866 5MPH speed limit and arresting horse rain?? thieve? I’m not going to approve a sales Laura Flores 6 March 30 – April 12, 2016 Ventura BREEZE City News relaxed, unpretentious beach town. rated as the City of San Buenaventura. The Ventura pier is our pier- One of the most exciting projects to -maintained by a combination of city commemorate our anniversary is the and non-profit funds from groups like historic tile mural that will be built in Pier Into The Future for the enjoyment front of the Mission. The artist, Michael of everyone. Let’s resolve to keep it O’Kelly, is designing a pictorial history that way, so that future generations of that will celebrate our heritage in a Venturans can enjoy what we are able to beautiful and lasting art form. marvel at today. To find out more about the mural Cheryl Heitmann and upcoming festivities, go to www.cel- Celebrating Ventura’s 150th an- ebrateventura.org or Ventura Historic niversary is a chance for our residents Mural on Facebook. to reflect on and feel pride in our city’s Mike Tracy past, present and future. Appreciating As a lifelong resident of Ventura, it’s what a special place this is to live; our great to see the enthusiasm and involve- rich cultural history, our diversity, and ment in this celebration of the founding our community spirit is a part of the of our City 150 years ago. Looking celebration. Learning more about the forward, our continued success and people who helped shape our city has vitality will require renewed individual been both amazing and educational. . commitment and investment--with time, Chairing the 150th anniversary talent, and resources--in order to meet the committee of 60 people, represent- many challenges our community faces. ing different organizations, many of We all agree that this is a wonderful place whom were able to incorporate the to live and work, and I truly believe that 150th as a theme in their signature our best days lie ahead. activities, is a reminder of the engaged community we live in. Companies and individuals stepped up to support the celebration, and giving ourselves the Descendants gift of a million acts of kindness has been a way for everyone to be involved. of longtime We will leave a tile wall depicting our history to the present time as well as oral histories by descendants of Ventura some of our pioneer families for future generations to enjoy and learn from. families And on April 2, we will introduce the community to (12) 5 year olds, who represent the future of Ventura. To honored at me, the celebration is about the people, those before us and those to come and parade how Ventura will continue to evolve and thrive. by Rebecca Wicks Deputy Mayor Neal Andrews In most of the rest of the developed You see their names world 150 years would not be such a big and legacies all over deal. Even in the U. S. on the east coast or town. From street names in the old southwest, it’s not so remarkable. and historic buildings to The Quaker Meeting House I attended as a libraries and parks, the names Foster, child has been in continual operation for Harrison, Olivas and Smith, Hobson over 300 years. So why are we making such and Petit are common sites. This year, in a big deal out of our 150 years? Because it celebration of Ventura’s 150-year anni- offers us a time for most of our citizens to versary, the Ventura County St. Patrick’s Evolution of the library. learn something about the city that most Day Parade honored the descendants of came to relatively recently. some of the most notable families of the Most never knew that our early City. In addition, the parade recognized records were kept in Spanish. Most never the City’s first “family,” the Chumash Mayor Erik Nasarenko knew that we were once part of Santa Native Americans. City council When I think about celebrating our Barbara County. Most never knew that in According to Nan Drake, co-chair 150th birthday as a city, many images the early days our primary agricultural for the Ventura County St Patrick’s Day members come to mind, but perhaps the most focus was cattle and cattle by-products. Parade, the families chosen came from a prominent is the Ventura pier. Because it gives us the opportunity discussion that occurred during a City It reminds me of Ventura’s resilience to celebrate our traditions, relatively organized 150-Year Committee meeting celebrating and optimism, for like the city itself, it new though they may be. Because it where a number of significant Ventura may go through tough times, likely the provides us an occasion to recognize the families were discussed. Ventura result of high surf pounding the wood great contributions of so many of the “We could have chosen 30 families pilings or funding gaps in the city’s early families, the Bards, Jews, Thilles, and the list still wouldn’t be complete,” budget, but the setbacks are almost Borchards, and so many others, to said Drake. Anniversary always temporary, because the pier--like the growth and prosperity of Ventura. Chumash decedent Julie Tumamait- There are seven members Ventura--perseveres towards a better Because it gives us the opportunity to Stenslie served as one of the Parade’s of the Ventura City tomorrow, stronger against the next appreciate and celebrate the quality of five grand marshals representing the Council. Each member storm and smarter because of its ability life we have been blessed with merely by original native people of the area. One must be a registered to outlast it. having the chance of living here. of the Chumash’s major villages was voter in the City and is elected at-large. It is the oldest wooden pier in Carl Morehouse located near what is now Surfer’s Point. The Council selects one of its members southern California, built only six years What a wonderful moment! A city The site provided both fresh water from to be Mayor. The Mayor serves a term after papers were filed in Sacramento in that has stood the test of time, changed the river mouth as well as immediate of two years and is the presiding 1866 marking Ventura’s beginning as a much over 150 years and yet feels so warm, access to the sea where food and other officer of the Council. The Mayor has municipality. Back then products such comfortable and unpretentious to this resources were plentiful. The Chumash been delegated the responsibility to as citrus, wheat, lima beans and crude oil day. I’m proud and honored to have served were hunter-gatherers and were adept act as the City Council’s ceremonial were shipped from the pier, while lumber, on the Council for 16 years and been a part at fishing, master basket weavers, representative at public events and bricks and cement were imported to help of helping to keep Ventura genuine. May and manufactured beads for trade, functions. The Deputy Mayor is also the city and region grow. Today, while she thrive for 150 more and beyond. something that made them an excep- selected in the same manner and no longer used for shipping and trading, Christy Weir tionally sophisticated tribe. serves a two-year term. the pier has become a destination for Ventura’s 150th anniversary is an According to Tumamait-Stenslie, a The Ventura City Council meets at tourists and residents alike, who take important milestone that the entire city Chumash elder, her people have covered 6:00 pm three Mondays each month. long walks along the wooden planks at can celebrate. We are one of the oldest cities more than 7,000 square miles of the area, Councilmembers may be contacted via sunset or enjoy the structure from the in California, going back to the founding and have lived in the area for more than telephone at 654-7827 or by sending an nearby hillsides, gazing down at what of the Mission in 1782. Then in 1866, with 13,000 years. The Chumash inhabited email to [email protected] has become a primary symbol of our around 5,000 residents, we were incorpo- areas as far south as Malibu, as far north Ventura BREEZE March 30 – April 12, 2016 7 City News as Morro Bay and as far east as the edge development of what are now a number of the San Joaquin Valley. There is debate of campsites along the coast. on how large the Chumash population The last family honored came from was at its peak, ranging from 8,000 to a trio of locally historic families – the 20,400. The culture was devastated by Smiths, Hobsons and Petits. The Petits disease brought by Spanish colonization were one of earliest farmers in the area. and today, experts estimate its popula- Few family names have been more tion to be in the 2,000 to 5,000 range. prominently tied with land holdings, Members of the E.J. Harrison, Don agriculture and horticulture in the area. Raymundo Olivas, E.P. Foster, and The Petit siblings came in succession to Smith-Hobson- Petit families also took California in the late 1800s. The first part in the parade. While most Venturans was Annette who was a Petit by birth know the Harrison name from the bins and married to Martin J. Laurent, and that sit outside our homes, not all know later J.B Petit followed by his son Justin. that the family’s history stretches far into Finally Frank Petit and his family arrived the City’s past. Harrison himself was a in 1882. All of the siblings farmed on decedent of Lt. Juan Moraga, a member the Oxnard plains. Frank’s son Charles of the DeAnza party, which founded the became the longest serving mayor of the San Buenaventura Mission. City. In the 1930s E.J. Harrison owned The story of the Hobsons began with and rented most of the houses in the William Dewey Hobson. Hobson came downtown area of Ventura known to acquire a number of mines in the as “Tortilla Flats,” and was said to state, owned cattle and after traveling have let many occupants live rent-free around California found Ventura. After during periods of the Great Depression. moving here in 1859, W. D. became a Following the Depression, E.J. founded his company, called Harrison Transfer. When E.J. was contracted to restore and Conscious rebuild a number of houses near Ventura Avenue, hauling debris became a focus living in Ventura of the project. As part of this project by Laura Oergel the company built up their ability to move pieces of dilapidated housing, and Ventura’s Councilwoman (and from there, their waste-transportation previous mayor) Cheryl Heitmann is business took flight. asking us to give our beautiful city Don Raymundo Olivas may be best a gift on its 150th birthday, April known today for his namesake Olivas 2, 2016. The gift is 1 million acts of Adobe. Don Raymundo built the adobe kindness. That seems like a big goal. in 1841 after he was provided a land But if you think about it, it’s only 10 grant of approximately 2,250 acres of acts per person. Let’s look at ways we land in the area from Governor Juan can make that happen. Bautista Alvarado in recognition for his One Ventura based business service at the Presidio of Santa Barbara. that promotes kindness by inspiring He and his wife Teodora, who had 21 people’s lifestyle through their children called the adobe home. The clothing line is “DUDE. be nice”. CEO family sold cattle to miners in the gold Brent Camalich stated “We’re on a country, which became the wealth upon mission to prove that you can actually which he built his later endeavors. create a successful company that The adobe remains the county’s only makes kindness cool. We all want to Good places to stay, all on Main Street. remaining Monterey-style adobe home be a part of something with purpose, from the Rancho era. Located on Olivas but too often we settle for the status Park Dr., the building, once his family’s quo. As we grow with your support, teers of all ages. ” by posting your acts of kindness- or home is now a historic landmark for we’re committed to doing our part to Mobilizing community members any you observe on: visitors as well as used for community show people, no matter who they are takes people. People like Councilwom- Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ and private special events. Many believe or where they come from, that they an Heitmann, CEO Brent Camalich venturakindness the home to be haunted by the ghost of matter.” and Volunteer Ventura! coordinator Twitter https://twitter.com/Ventura Teodora, with the adobe appearing on “The DUDE. be nice project is a Rosie Ornelas inspire us to be more Kindness a number of lists of haunted building platform to inspire young people to thoughtful and to create positive Instagram https://Instagram.com/ including the National Directory of build a positive community by rec- change. venturakindness Haunted Places. ognizing a person or group in a fun, There are so many great organiza- Tumbler http://venturakindness. While E.P. Foster was an extremely creative and meaningful way. We’re tions you can volunteer for. From your tumblr.com/ successful and influential business- all for making people feel appreci- church, school, library, food pantries, Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/ man, the instrumental role he played ated. Your support helps us fund these social awareness non-profits, to pro- venturakindness/ in the development of parks in the projects across the country. If you tecting our oceans. People making a difference. I love area remains his lasting legacy. Foster want us to be a part of a DUDE. be Please help to document these gifts this city. Happy Birthday Ventura! had many suggestions for public park nice project in your community, email locations. As early as 1904 he convinced [email protected]”. John Hobson to sell 21 acres in order Kindness comes in many forms. It to establish the County’s first park. In can be as simple as an act or a word. 1906 he purchased a 30-acre parcel and How can you contribute your 10 acts of donated it to the county to become kindness? Foster Memorial Park. He was believed Many of you know that Ventura to have encouraged families and even has a program called Volunteer businesses such as the Chrismans, the Ventura! On their website http:// Hobsons, the Farias, the Dennisons, the www.cityofventura.net/volunteer is Steckels and Southern Pacific Railway to their mission statement: “Volunteer do the same. Ventura! mobilizes community Under E.P. Foster’s guidance, the members to enhance the quality of County Board of Forestry was formed, life in Ventura by fostering meaning- which provided landscaping along the ful volunteer participation through state highway and new county roads. dynamic partnerships.” This group was responsible for taking Volunteer Ventura! coordinator the Rincon Trail and made it into the Rosie Ornelas said “We are fortunate Rincon Highway, the first automobile to live in a community that likes to friendly highway. Before its construc- give back. Sometimes residents just tion, travelers could not travel during don’t know where their talents are At Ventura’s first city council meeting held on April 8, 1866 the council voted 6-1( high tide, or had to traverse through the needed. That’s where we come in. We Jim Monahan was the only no vote) to move the freeway off ramp to Oak St. They Casitas Pass to get from Santa Barbara partner with organizations to provide commented that the project would probably take about 165 years to complete. to Ventura. He also had a hand in the meaningful opportunities for volun- 8 March 30 – April 12, 2016 Ventura BREEZE Community Events visit www.benefactorsball.org, or call Arrive at 8:00 for self-guided birding meeting and banquet facility. the foundation office at 667-2881. which usually yields some interest- April 6: The Beach Cities Neighbors The event represents an oppor- ing birds. Work from 9am – noon. Long and Newcomers Club, (BCNN ) is a tunity for residents to support com- pants and boots or closed shoes are group of active women of all ages munity-based healthcare. The new required. who live in Ventura, Oxnard, or Port Community Memorial Hospital will April 2: Family Fair and Picnic at Hueneme and enjoy activities such feature advanced medical technology, Plaza Park in downtown Ventura. as hiking, bridge, dining, cooking all private rooms and a considerably Come join your family, friends and etc. Ventura Museum Pavilion located larger emergency department. neighbors for an old time gathering from at 100 E. Main Street. No charge for 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. There will be carnival meeting and no reservation is required. games, races, pie eating contests, a Shelba Cole Robison Subject: The Poets Ventura events scavenger hunt throughout downtown of BCNN from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. For Ventura, musical performances, an old- additional information, please visit by Ana Baker fashioned barbecue and much more. bcnnwomensclub.org 988-0795 Free admission stage show, 2 April 2: Hokuloa Outrigger Canoe April 6,7: There will be a “Scrub p.m. to 4 p.m. First Sunday of every Club, paddling club is hosting its Event” April 6 and 7 at CMH 8th month. Old Time Country Bluegrass annual open house on Saturday, at Floor Auditorium 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Gospel Music Assoc. Poinsettia 10 a.m. The event is open to the public This Gift Shop Sale is a fundraiser Pavilion, 3451 Foothill Rd. For more ages 14 and up and all abilities are for the Auxiliary and all proceeds are Barbara Meister to be honored. Information call 517-1131. welcome. Attendees can try their hand donated back to CMH. Ventura Poinsettia Dance Club at Hawaiian-style outrigger canoeing As we prepare for the opening of the Save the date for meets every Monday from 7:30 under the guidance of experienced club new hospital, there will be additional p.m. to 9:45 p.m. at the Poinsettia members at the equipment site located volunteer service shifts available. Please the Benefactors’ Pavilion, 3451 Foothill. Ballroom, in the vacant lot at the end of Spinnaker go to CMH website to begin application swing, Latin, mixers and line dancing. Drive in the Ventura Harbor. process or stop by the Auxiliary front

Ball Members $10, non-members $12, first For more information hokuloapaddler@ desk and pick up an application. The Community Memorial Health- time dancers are free. Call Rick at gmail.com April 7: Ladies Luncheon. Eat, meet, care Foundation is holding its 43rd 415-8842 for more information. April 3: Dudley House Museum 197 greet and shop at one of Ventura’s Benefactors’ Ball on Saturday, April April 1 and 17: The Ventura N Ashwood Ave from 1p.m. to 4 p.m. Best Networking Events from 16, with proceeds benefitting the new County Library System will be Free. In honor of the 150th Birthday 11:30 a.m. to 1p.m. Doors open at Community Memorial Hospital. commemorating National Poetry of San Buenaventura, there will be 11:15 a.m. $27 Online $30 at the At this event, three notable individ- Month by holding a county-wide historic party line skits 1895-1903. door. Sit-down Luncheon Buffet uals will be recognized with the presti- Haiku Poetry Contest. Partici- Reenactment of “party line conver- Located at The Wyndham Garden gious Cephas Bard Award, named after pants will be able to submit their sations” researched, written and Pierpont Inn in the Pavilion Room 550 the founder of the first Community own original haiku at library directed by Lynn Weitzel. Sanjon Rd. Limited seating available so Memorial Hospital. Awardees to be locations or online at tiny.cc/ April 6: E.P. Foster Library will have pre-register today. When you register recognized at this event are CMH vclhaiku. Entries will be judged by a Family Legacy Writing Workshop. by March 29 at 12 p.m. you will be on Physician – Dr. Thomas F. Golden, Ventura County Poet Laureate Phil Celebrate Ventura’s history, turn your the attendee list. Register at: www.the- CMH Retired Physician – Dr. William Taggart. For additional information, family history into interesting stories, LadiesLuncheon.com. Ventura Breeze L. Hart, and Community Member of contact Bernadette McDowell, City and make your ancestors come alive publisher Sheldon will be the first male the Year – Barbara Meister. Librarian, 486-5460; Ron Solórzano, on paper. The library will host this two invited to attend the Ladies Luncheon Festivities begin at 6 p.m. at the City Librarian, at 218-9146; or Deya hour writing workshop that focuses on (lucky ladies). Historic Mission San Buenaventura Terrafranca, City Librarian, defining and writing the stories that April 8: The Ventura Jazz Orchestra in O’Brien Hall. Dinner is set for 7 218-1258. make up our community’s history. and the Ventura Poinsettia Dance p.m., with dancing and music at 8 p.m. April 2: Audubon- 8:00 a.m. Work Workshop to take place in the Topping Club invite you to a very special The evening is black tie optional. For Day Hedrick Ranch Nature Preserve. Room from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free event. The 2nd annual Mentor/Protégé information, tickets or sponsorship, Leader: Sandy Hedrick 340-0478. April 3: Sunday, Free stage show. Spring Swing Extra Large Big Band Bash. Everyone invited. First Sunday of Join the party on Friday, from 8 p.m. to Every Month 10:30 p.m., and dance to the talents of Old Time Country Bluegrass Gospel featured vocalists Donna Greene and Music Association, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. protégé Emmy Hilgers, who will sing Located at the Poinsettia Pavilion, 3451 to the wonderful melodies of Ventura Foothill Rd. More Info call 517-1131. Jazz Orchestra professionals and top April 3: On Sunday, Citizens for Ventura County high school musicians. Peaceful Resolutions are holding Admission is $15 at the door to the Poin- their monthly meeting at Bell Arts settia Pavilion Ballroom, 3451 Foothill Factory, 432 N. Ventura Ave. from Rd. Refreshments and parking are free. 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Mary Watkins, For more information, call 648-1143. core faculty member at Pacifica April 8, 9, 14, 16: Performances for Graduate Institute and a member of The Waiting Room are Friday, 8th the national Steering Committee for and 9th at 8 p.m. and Thursday, 14th Psychologists for Social Responsibility, through Saturday 16th at 8 p.m. will discuss how you can imagine the free preview performance Thursday, world you want to live in, and seek a 7th at 8 p.m. with two matinee path that can help bring it more fully performances in the Helen Yunker into existence. Auditorium in the Ventura College April 3: The 1892 Dudley Historic Performing Arts Center, 4700 Loma House Museum will be open for Vista Road. General admission $15, docent-led tours from 1 p.m. to 4 student and senior tickets $5. This pro- p.m. and, in conjunction with the duction contains strong language and City’s 150th anniversary celebra- adult content that might not be suitable tion, will present skits throughout for children under the age of 13. For the afternoon. Come and listen in more information Jay Varela 289-6261 or as the Dudleys gossip on their party [email protected]. line telephone. Admission is free. The April 8: “Creating a Power Point Pre- museum is located at the corner of Loma sentation” will be presented to the Vista and Ashwood 642-3345 or visit Ventura Beginners PC Users Group www.dudleyhouse.org. by Martha Navarrete on Saturday, April 5: The Poinsettia Pavilion will in the Cypress Place Indepen- host their monthly free Foothill Food dent Living third floor lounge. The Truck Fest of 2016 Tuesday from workshop is on more Miscrosoft Word 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event includes features. The group meets 9:15 a.m. to gourmet food options served up by your 12 p.m. All beginners and intermediates favorite food trucks, beer, wine and mar- are welcome. Call 648-1368 for further garitas. Live music by “The Ramblers”. information. Dine indoors where they enjoy live April 8: The General George S. music or outdoors on the patio with a Patton, Jr. Chapter, Sons of the Elizabeth Bard and Foster Memorial Hospitals. panoramic view. Proceeds fund ongoing American Revolution February improvement projects for the non-profit Continued on page 20 Ventura BREEZE March 30 – April 12, 2016 9 News & Notes

planting yellow Nemesia in two hundred square feet of newly turned dirt. The Nemesia is a drought-tolerant plant that Painting of Walton Jue from an historical photograph painted by Pang Qi the artist of the Chinese thrives without daily irrigation. The mural on Figueroa Street. planting design took the shape of the numbers “150” in commemoration of the City’s anniversary. From Ventura’s China Town to The Peace Garden, originally planted in 2008, was created as a symbol the Jue Family Dynasty of hope for the future, in honor of those by Karen Helen Szatkowski Volunteers replanted the Peace Garden located who have given their lives to protect our in Plaza Park. freedom. Even before Cali- and they opened a grocery across Bob Warnagieris, board member of fornia incorporated San from the Mission in 1927 and a real Planting in VBG stated “Digging in the dirt is part Buenaventura as a city in Jue dynasty was born. Hailing from of the fun of the Ventura Botanical 1866, immigrants from the Hoiping area of China many of Gardens. Seeing the wonderful results foreign lands decided this was a worthy the clan developed in businesses partnership for of our hard work and the community landing to improve their lives and and farming throughout the county. engagement makes it so worthwhile.” prospects. The first early years in the Walton’s wife, Mary, was finally the 150th Joe Cahill, VBG Executive Director mid-19th Century saw single men allowed a visit to the United States, said, “With our City partners, we worked and whole families arriving from she remained and the two eventually Anniversary together to beautify this area at Plaza the Pearl River Delta in Southeast had five children together. The Ventura Park. In keeping with our mission and China. They were escaping wars, By the late years of the 1920s Botanical Gardens (VBG) with a focus on sustainability and being hunger, chaos and death. They came and 1930s the animosity towards in partnership with the green, this project ties in well with the with all their resources and sought the Chinese diminished somewhat City of Ventura began the vision for the future of the VBG.” employment and survival. and Walton Jue and his family were dirty but rewarding work of replanting The Ventura Botanical Gardens and Progress was popping in welcomed as successful business the Peace Garden at Plaza Park, in cel- the City of Ventura hope that the new Ventura by 1860 and the town owners and good neighbors. In 1946 ebration of the City’s 150th Anniversary. Peace Garden will provide a place for re- and environs needed workers. The Walton moved his store to bigger Volunteers came out for the new dig, membrance, inspiration and reflection. Chinese migrants arrived with their quarters at the corner of Santa Cruz farming skills and found initial and Main Street and Walton had his employment in the fields. Chinese Grand Opening on a Thursday in laborers also built a water canal for September of that year because Friday Ventura and worked in construc- was the 13th; not a man to tempt fate. tion all over town. Chinese owned The store meant many things to the businesses sprung up as well. city, not the least of which was the Figueroa Street from Santa Clara opportunity for part time work for to Main Street was an active part of teens in the neighborhood. To para- the Mission area scene and possibly phrase first born daughter Dorothy 200 people lived in this one block Jue Lee: They could learn some along with small livestock and financial responsibility and sharpen their own firehouse. their math skills to boot. In 1905 the street was sold to Jue’s Market was the second development and the Chinese were grocery in Ventura after Peirano’s made to find new land for homes and became a veritable landmark. and businesses. Anti-Chinese The annual fair parade was a real animosity was building and a event at the store and the accom- federal law barred further immigra- panying picture shows Walton with tion after 1882 with only few excep- the Budweiser Clydesdales sometime tions. Ventura was not immune to during the 1950s. Jue’s Market this animosity with accusations business was sold in 2001 after all that the Chinese were driving down the decades of serving farmers, the wages of American workers. A customers and the city itself. The Chinese Rights Organization fought Jue family and the branches brought such injustice as well as the claim by forth from that original root have some that the Chinese would not accomplished many successes in assimilate and they were carrying academics and business and have disease. By 1920 the second Chinese earned friendship and respect from community’s land was sold by the the city and beyond. last landowning Chinese family and The Ventura County Historical the demise of China Town Ventura Society has published a journal by was fully realized. Linda Bentz with far more detailed Fast forward from those years and interesting information which to the next generation of Chinese can be found in the Ventura County immigrants which arrived in the Museum’s library on Main Street persons of Walton and Bob Jue. across from the Mission where, co- After a few years in the central valley incidentally, Ventura’s China Town an opportunity blossomed via a was and the original market was Collins Bank and City Hall, immortalized in a post card. letter from a landowner in Ventura opened by the Jue Brothers. 10 March 30 – April 12, 2016 Ventura BREEZE News & Notes

This Chumash dwelling was constructed by Devin Kress (with some help) for his Eagle Scout merit at the Museum of Ventura County. Councilwoman Heitmann is seen checking it out. A Rancho Days Celebration was held at the historic Olivas Adobe in Ventura. The Chumash are an important part community life in the 1800s was celebrated as part of the 150th anniversary of the city of Ventura. Two visiting docents from the Heritage Square Museum in Los Angeles with of our history Mrs. Olivas played by Joanne Abing on their left and Don Raymundo Olivas played by Ernie Calvillo on their right are in this photo. Photo by Bernie Goldstein. For more Summarized from the Channel Islands National Park Service photos go to www.venturabreeze.com. Archeological coast, fastening the cut planks together evidence indicates that with animal sinews and sealed with there has been a human a tar-like substance called yop. Yop presence in the northern is a combination of pine pitch and Channel Islands for thousands of years. asphaltum which occurs naturally in Human remains excavated by archeolo- the Channel and along the coast from gist Phil Orr from Arlington Springs oil seeping into the water from below the on Santa Rosa Island in 1959, recently earth’s surface. The tomol remains the yielded a radio-carbon date of over oldest example of an ocean-going water- 13,000 years of age. Archeological craft in North America. sites on San Miguel Island show By the time European explorers continuous occupation from 8,000 – arrived in the Santa Barbara Channel, 11,000 years ago. there were some 21 villages on the three The native populations of the largest islands of San Miguel, Santa Rosa Channel Islands were primarily and Santa Cruz, with highly developed Chumash. The word Michumash, from social hierarchies that featured an upper which the name Chumash is derived, class of chiefs, shamans, boat builders, means “makers of shell bead money” and and artisans, a middle class of workers, is the term mainland Chumash used to fisherman, and hunters, and a lower refer to those inhabiting the islands. Tra- class of the poor and outcast. Because of ditionally the Chumash people lived in the scarcity of fresh water, Anacapa and an area extending from San Luis Obispo Santa Barbara islands did not support to Malibu, including the four Northern permanent habitation. Channel Islands. Approximately 148 However, diseases introduced by historic village sites have been identi- the European explorers began a decline Mermaids came out of the ocean to read the Ventura Breeze during March at the fied, including 11 on Santa Cruz Island, in the native population. As European Ventura Harbor Village. From nautical finds to coastal décor, fashion and artwork eight on Santa Rosa Island, and two colonists began to settle along the coast, inspired by the sea, Ventura Harbor Village pays homage to the mermaid in all of us to on San Miguel Island. Due to the lack introducing new economic enterprises, celebrate seaside with Mermaid Madness! of a consistent water source, Anacapa exploiting the marine resources, and Mermaid Farasha Millner, who came all the way from Las Vegas and Ventura little Island was likely inhabited on a seasonal establishing Catholic missions, the mermaid Jade Reily greeted visitors in front of The December Store & More. basis. A true maritime culture, the native food sources were depleted, native Chumash hunted and gathered natural economies were altered, and island resources from both the ocean and the populations declined even further. coastal mountains to maintain a highly The mission system depended on the developed way of life. use of native labor to propel industry Hundreds of years ago, the native and the economy. The social organiza- island Chumash traveled these ancient tion of Chumash society was restruc- waters for hunting, fishing, and trading. tured, leading to the erosion of previous They built canoes, called tomols, from power bases and further assimilation. redwood trees that drifted down the Continued on page 24

The E. P. Foster STEM Academy recorded A Million Acts of Kindness in honor of the 150th birthday of the city of Ventura. Each classroom had their own red heart, with papers to fill the heart with acts of kindness between January 19th and February 19th. The month-long event started with PeaceMakers’ week in January and ended with an assembly in the school gymnasium on February 19th. Many were involved in all of this including: counselor Marie Alviz, all of the E. P. To commemorate Ventura’s 150th Anniversary the US mint has printed a new fifty Foster students, the teachers, choir, band and of course the principal Carlos Covarrubias. dollar bill with the face of a famous Venturan on it who preferred that his name is not The kindness assembly was about the school as a whole and how they have accom- on the bill to protect his children from ridicule. plished kindness with their class. Ventura BREEZE March 30 – April 12, 2016 11 Senior iving LPull Out Section

Harriet Duff Helen Fleming Gladys Williams 101 years old, 101 years old, 105 years old, clerical management analyst housewife

William Zinsky Kathryn Williams Ann Vaccarello 101 years old, retired 100 years old, 104 years old, hat building contractor accounting maker and home maker

In addition to her keynote presenta- Real Life tion, Kohner-Zuckerman will be signing Howard Boroughs Violet Limpus Anita Bailey 102 years old, business 103 years old, 103 years old, librarian copies of the “Gidget” novel immediately owner, entrepreneur and accounting for county schools “Gidget” coming after her presentation. Copies will be philanthropist available for purchase as well. to Senior Health Along with the keynote presentation, this year’s Health & Wealth Expo at the Expo senior community will include over 30 Ventura Townehouse honors Cypress Place Senior Living in vendors offering everything from free Ventura has announced that Kathy blood pressure and mini stroke screen- Kohner-Zuckerman, a.k.a the real Gidget, ings, free balance and hearing tests, 100 year olds will be the keynote speaker at their free wealth management consultations, This month the Ventura Towne- meet former mayor and councilmember upcoming Health & Wealth Expo. This to veteran benefit information. A free house honors nine of their residents who Cheryl Heitmann as the Townehouse year’s event will take place on Wednesday healthy gourmet lunch will also be are over 100 years old. honors people over 100 years old and cel- April 27, from 11a.m. to 2p.m. provided. Next month (April) the Ventura ebrates Ventura’s 150th Year Anniversary Come meet an American icon whose Raffle prizes will be given away Townehouse will be holding a party for April 28th. incredible true life story inspired the throughout the event including one all centurions in Ventura County who Please call for more information “Gidget” novel, movies and TV shows grand prize; a 50” HD flat screen TV. wish to attend and RSVP. If you are over and to RSVP for the lunch to Samantha starring Sandra Dee and Sally Field. Admission is free and the event is open to 100 you are invited to a complementary at 642.3263 or info@venturatowne- Hear how this gutsy, inspiring woman the public. Free shuttle parking will also luncheon party. house.com. Ventura Townehouse, 4900 refuses to let life limit her even today as a be available. Please attend the April lunch and Telegraph Road. 75 year old surfing senior. Continued on page 12 12 March 30 – April 12, 2016 Ventura BREEZE Senior Living A Tender Touch Senior Placement community. They host free monthly education classes in Ventura, Ojai and Oxnard. Contact griefinfo@ Are we livingstonvna.org or http://lmvna. org/calendar/index.html for Ojai living longer and Oxnard classes. Adult Bereavement Support compared to Group Wednesdays, April 6, 13, 20, and 27 from 6:30-8:00 pm. These 150 years ago? groups are open to individuals who have experienced loss and are free by Connie De La Rosa of charge. Newly Bereaved Support Senior Care Advisor Group Thursday, April 14th from One of the most important difference 6-7:30. This monthly group is between the world today and 150 years designed for adults who have ago is our “Lifespan”. According to recently experienced the loss of a studies , 150 years ago life expectancy loved one and is free. These groups was between 30 to 40 years, but today meet every 2nd Thursday of each close to 800 million people are 60 years month. old or more. During the last century, Tuesday, April 5th from aging has been associated with decline 1-2:30pm. Meetings are held on 1st and decay, but gradually more people Tuesday of each month. General are now living a healthier lifestyle in information is provided about Type older age groups. The expansion in 2 Diabetes with emphasis on the life expectancy has become a synchro- development of an individualized nism of quality of life: the average plan of care that includes diet, 65 year old today is much healthier, medication, exercise and blood physically and mentally more fit than sugar monitoring. the average 50 year old 150 years ago! Thursday, April 7th from 1:00- A Healthier and longer life con- 2:00pm. You will learn what to tributes to community outreach and expect before, during and after knee education efforts in exercise, eating, or hip replacement surgery and regular check-ups and social activity how to be an active participant in compared to 150 years ago. Here are your care. These meetings are 1st two examples of how life has changed Thursday of each month. then and now: Monday, April 11th for both According to Pennsylvania State English and Spanish speaking. University, it was almost guaranteed English 4:00-5:00pm and Spanish that you would die of an infectious 5:30-6:30pm. You will learn what to disease. In fact, had you been born expect before, during and after knee just 150 years ago, your chances of or hip replacement surgery and how dying of an infectious disease before to be an active participant in your you’ve reached the age of 5 would care. have been extremely high. For information or to RSVP call Hospitals flourished 150 years ago Dinah Davis at 642-0239 ext. 739 or from serving as a multipurpose shel- [email protected]. tering center to a hospital for treating Meetings are held at Livingston patients, and medical research. Memorial Visiting Nurse Association office, 1996 Eastman Free Ave., Suite 109.

community Real Life “Gidget” Continued from page 11 Corporate sponsors for the event education are Assisted Home Care & Hospice, Coastal View Healthcare Center, classes and Mission Home Health, Victoria Care Center, Ventura Vein Center, and Glenwood Care Center. events For more information or to RSVP, Home Health and Hospice please call 650-8000. To learn more provider, Livingston Memorial about Cypress Place Senior Living of Visiting Nurse Association Ventura, visit their web site at www. supports the total well-being of our cypressplaceseniorliving.com. Ventura BREEZE March 30 – April 12, 2016 13 Senior Living flower with distinctive leaves shaped like the letters “p” and “d” — was designed by a young onset person with Parkinson’s (PWP) from Wash- ington state — Karen Painter. Grass- roots support for making her tulip the national symbol for Parkinson’s Celebrating 100 to 150 Years! awareness is growing.” You are cordially invited… to attend a complementary Karen Painter said “After staring special Luncheon Party honoring YOU if you are 100 at a pink breast cancer ribbon in a years old or more! store window, it dawned on me that people with Parkinson’s also need Celebrate with The Ventura Townehouse beside the Ventura City’s a nationally recognized symbol for 150th Anniversary by honoring every resident that has turned 100 awareness.” years or more! Meet Ventura Townehouse’s nine residents who are over 100 years old. The red tulip has been associated

with Parkinson’s awareness since 1980 Meet the Former Mayor & Council Person, Cheryl Heitman when a Dutch horticulturalist who had Why a tulip? who has been leading legacy events for Ventura’s 150th Anniversary PD developed a red and white tulip and throughout the year. named it “Dr. James Parkinson.” And April is the European Parkinson’s Disease Asso- Drawings to win $100.00 prizes, give-a way’s of fl owers & gifts. Come ciation (EPDA) uses a stylized red tulip enjoy a chef prepared meal and dessert with us! Photos will go based on the “Dr James Parkinson” tulip in the Ventura Breeze Newspaper. Parkinson’s as its logo. Thursday, April 28th Awareness 12 O’Clock Given with Love by the: Ventura Townehouse Community Month! 4900 Telegraph Road The Ventura Parkinson’s Support Ventura, CA 93003 Group is delighted to host Aurora Soriano, Assistant State Director of Kindly RSVP & respond to Samantha 805.642.3263 the Parkinson’s Action Network on or [email protected] Wednesday, April 13, from 1:00 pm by April 20, 2016. to 3:00 pm at The Lexington Assisted “Did I remember to put the cat out?” Living at 5440 Ralston St, Ventura. We look forward to celebrating with you! Aurora will be updating us on the latest advocacy issues that affect Savvy Caregiver Please bring old and current photos of yourself to share with Parkinson’s Disease Research, updates the other centenarians. on the California Parkinson’s Registry Workshop and educating us on how we can help The Savvy Caregiver is a 4-week the cause to bring awareness to this de- program for family caregivers offering bilitating disease and help find better 12 hours of face-to-face training with License #565801810 treatments and ultimately a cure. dementia experts. This is the opportuni- Extra parking is graciously ty to go beyond introductory education available across the street from the offerings. Lexington in the Baptist Church The Savvy Caregiver program parking lot. Call Patty at 766-6070 for addresses your biggest concerns: further information. Reservations are Understanding Alzheimer’s and other not required. related dementias. Why A Tulip? If you were to see The toll of caregiving. a yellow ribbon logo, you’d think of Managing daily life and behaviors. supporting our troops. Likewise, a Caring for yourself while caring for pink ribbon being in support/advo- others. cating for breast cancer awareness. Decision making. But a tulip? Communicating with a person with Ah, the tulip. Red, at that. dementia. Unlike the red rose, the red tulip Taking control. doesn’t symbolize love, but is a Goals for caregiving. symbol adopted by the Parkinson’s This class will be given on Wednes- community worldwide to bring days, April 6, 13, 20 and 27th from 9 a.m. awareness to Parkinsons disease. to noon at Meditech Health Services , Sheryl Jedlinski Co-founder pd- 1650 Palma Drive, Ste. 101. plan4life.com stated “A new tulip Registration is limited and reserva- is popping up in gardens across the tions required. The fee is only $25 for the country, just in time for Parkinson’s entire course. Call Monica Schrader at awareness month. The tulip — a red 494-5200 to register.

COTTAGE INN A Loving Home for the Elderly • Exceptional care: 3 to 1 ratio • Consistently same caregivers • Bed & Breakfast environment • 24 awake staff • All room are private and Call owners for a Personalized tastefully decorated tour and information! 805-659-1969 Lic. #565801664 14 March 30 – April 12, 2016 Ventura BREEZE Senior Living News & Notes city’s official name, deemed too long to write out completely on railroad schedules was shortened by half to become “Ventura” – and this nickname has remained in common use today. Mission San Buenaventura soon became a thriving hub of orchards and gardens watered by a seven-mile aqueduct and the largest ranching operation in California with 10,000 head of cattle and harvesting Residents paid an annual tax of one dollar per 9,000 bushels of grain annually. head. By the 1860s a town had grown around it and Main Street boasted We became a a boardwalk, four stores and six to Recently Sumi Fukasawa celebrated her 100th birthday at the Palms at Bonaven- eight rum shops and restaurants. ture. She was born in Arcadia on March 23, 1916. She was married for 60 years, city 150 years Ventura city and county govern- raised 3 daughters and have 3 granddaughters, 1 great granddaughter and 2 great ment began in and above a liquor great granddaughters. She was an elementary teacher who retired from Rio school ago – how establishment. When our first district. She enjoyed outdoor activities, fishing, and traveling. Featured with Sumi are mayor, Walter Chaffee, wanted to her granddaughters Kimberly McCaslin, Sierra Talkington, and great great grand- time flies convene a City Council meeting, he had only to leave his general store, daughter Arabella Driscoll. by Ventura City staff She and her husband traveled to many different areas of the world – Japan, China, cross the street and climb the stairs Australia, several European countries, including Finland and Russia Mexico and all As we count down to above Spears Saloon – where Capric- over the United States and Canada. April 2, 2016 – the date we cio’s Restaurant is located today – Photo by Michael Gordon. became a city 150 years to the first offices of Ventura City ago – we as residents can Hall and, in 1873, the first Ventura be proud of the many cultures and County Courthouse. peoples who have enriched our city Then as now, the City of San as they made Ventura their home Buenaventura was a bilingual – from the indigenous Chumash community. Our second mayor – Native Americans to the waves saloonkeeper Angel Escandon – was of Spanish, Mexican, Chinese, Latino. Half the sindicos or council European and new immigrants members spoke Spanish as their from other states and nations. first language and the other half The Chumash provincial capital spoke English. The minutes of the Shisholop – near the Ventura River first meetings – kept today between mouth – governed a region larger leather boards in the archives of than today’s City of Ventura, from the City Clerk’s office – are written the Rincon and Casitas Pass to the in Spanish in the beautiful cursive Santa Clara River and Saticoy. handwriting of the day. Shisholop – meaning “port on That first year of government, the coast” according to Cruzeño Ventura’s staff of five spent a budget Chumash consultant Fernando of $7,465 – for which residents paid Librado Kitsepawit – supervised a an annual tax of one dollar per lucrative trade with the Channel head. Council actions that first year Islands and other regional mainland included building a public well for provinces, maintained sociopoliti- $50 – for which water users paid 25 cal stability among its many com- cents per month – and paving Main munities and directed a calendar Street – then called Camino Real – of seasonal and cosmological cycles to the river. and events. The Chumash were fine The City of Ventura charged artisans and adept traders traveling 24 cents per head to check cattle by tomols or canoes. brands during slaughter to prevent European voyagers Juán cattle rustling, and an entertain- Rodrigues Cabrillo (1542), ment tax of $2 per billiard table. By Sebastián Viscaíño (1602), Gaspar fine or 10 days in jail, the City gov- de Portolá (1769) and Juán Bautista ernment outlawed cattle driving, de Anza (1776) briefly visited this horse racing and bull fighting on influential village by land or sea or near Main Street [$100 fine], until Chumash residents became limited milking on the main roads subject to foreign colonization in to one cow per family [$25 fine] and 1782 with the founding of Mission forbade concealed weapons within San Buenaventura. city limits [$100 fine]. Saint Serra (1713-1784) founded Our city grew rapidly with the his ninth and final mission in establishment of Ventura County, Ventura, part of a network of 21 carved from Santa Barbara County Spanish missions in California from in 1873, after an oil boom and “big San Diego to Fairfield. The monk agriculture” operations such as was originally called Friar Junipero the 2,300-acre Dixie Thompson – his name means “juniper bush” or Rancho of lima beans, orchards metaphorically “evergreen.” A phi- and cattle. These ventures, along losophy professor from the island of with major businesses such as the Majorca (Spain) turned missionary, Hobson Brothers Meat Packing he left a complex and controversial Company (the site of today’s legacy in our state. Patagonia) brought immigrants, The Franciscans named their wealth, bridges and roadways to California missions – and the the city, transforming our city’s cities that grew alongside them downtown from 1910 to 1930 into – after saints from their order in an eclectic architectural mix of the Roman Catholic Church. Serra red brick storefronts, terra cotta named the final mission he lived “Beaux-Arts” banks, Victorian- At Cottontail Day held at the Ventura Harbor little Hudson Aduree wondered to see established before his death style homes, a Moorish-influenced why the bunny’s nose was so shiny. San Buenaventura or Saint Bo- Bard Hospital and Spanish Revival Photo by John Ferritto naventure, after a mystic priest who Ventura Theatre – all crowned by a For more Cottontail Day photos go to www.venturabreeze.com wrote a famous meditative book magnificent new Ventura County called Itinerarium Mentis ad Deum Courthouse (today’s City Hall) in or “The Mind’s Road to God.” The 1913. Ventura BREEZE March 30 – April 12, 2016 15 Religion with Project Understanding, FOOD Share, Aegis Senior Living, Montalvo Elementary and several local busi- nesses in an effort to meet the needs of Ventura County residents. They are a non-denominational church of less than 200 and growing. For more information contact Pastor Bob DuPar bobdupar@cbcven- tura.org or 906-7302.

Ventura Mayor Erik Nasarenko congratulat- ing Pastor Bob DuPar and church staff. Photo Episcopal by John Ferritto. Chorale Society The Los Angeles Episcopal Chorale Church hosted Society, Inc. was founded under the direction of Canon Dr. Chas Cheatham grand opening in 1983. In the over 30 years since, the Chorale has become both locally and at new location internationally renowned. The Chorale On Sunday, March 13 Community has toured cities in Argentina, Austria, Bible Church of Ventura held a Grand Australia, China, Cuba, Holland, Opening for all the community at Germany, Puerto Rico, Spain and Italy, their new home located at 5040 where it was honored to receive a Papal Telegraph Road, across from Ventura audience with Pope John Paul II. College. In 2000, the Chorale was one of There was delicious food provided only five choirs in the world invited to by local business partnerships, Austria to perform at the Melk Abbey hosting tours and free raffle prizes celebration of its 924th Anniversary. and a welcoming speech by Mayor The Chorale celebrates its 32nd Erik Nasarenko welcoming the church Anniversary this year and to date, has to their new location. granted over 100 scholarships to support Their vision is to add value to youth in the arts. The Chorale is a non- our community, and have partnered profit 501(c)(3) organization. News & Notes Why go on about this? Because we are deeply involved with the City of Ventura and are so thrilled to able to share in the celebration of the 150th Anniversary with everyone. Along the way we have developed better ways to reach out and share what the city and community have to say. We are proud to support our members in sharing their stories and supporting their hard work and dedication in the production of their stories. Videography requires hard The CAPS Media crew covers the Fair Parade work yet it also allows creativity and fun. live on channel 6. We have the opportunity to be there, cameras in hand, for many of Happy birthday the150th events, including the launch at the museum back in November. We Ventura have been the West Park open house, the groundbreaking of Kellogg Park, by Elizabeth Rodeno the Corporate Games, all City Council CAPS Media, otherwise known as meetings and the St. Patrick’s Day Community Access Partners of San Bue- parade, featuring five legacy families naventura, has been around since the of Ventura. In addition, CAPS Media early 2000s. Initially we had one channel, launched the Ventura Legacies program channel six on your local cable network. where we bring in families with long Back then we provided live broadcasts of and interesting histories with the city various Ventura city meetings, including and learn what the city was like over the the City Council meetings. These broad- decades and centuries. We encourage casts brought the community closer to anyone to contact us to share their city government. CAPS has helped to stories with the community. Saturday better develop a relationship between April 2nd is the big birthday celebration them. CAPS has been supporting the city and family picnic to be held at Plaza all these years. We have had the opportu- Park. Later that day, the city will host nity to share the annual State of the City for a concert with longtime Ventura’s Getting around town, 1900, 1920 and 1930 style. hosted by the mayor on behalf of the city Big Bad Voodoo Daddy at Mission park. council with the plan for the subsequent We will have our truck and crew ready year. Not to mention we participating to hear your stories. Please stop by the in non-partisan election coverage and truck and share your great history of programming to provide the candidates Ventura with us. SPAY AND NEUTER YOUR PET: SAVE A LIFE a forum for their views. So during that Check out our new website and EACH YEAR, TENS OF THOUSANDS OF HEALTHY PETS ARE time we were also proud to be able to become a member for $25, seriously. You EUTHANIZED IN CALIFORNIA’S SHELTERS... broadcast live community events such can sign up and reserve your space in a as the St. Patrick’s Day parade. We class, enroll your kids in our Summer BE PART OF THE SOLUTION: have been involved in covering so many programs and get information on and SPAY AND NEUTER YOUR PETS community events, there is not enough support our new venture, CAPS Radio. room here. I’m sure if you ask any or- CAPS Media is everywhere, on Vimeo, BE A HERO…ADOPT A PET ganization in the city they will tell you Channels 6 & 15 and live streaming at have worked with them in some capacity. www.CAPSMedia.org 16 March 30 – April 12, 2016 Ventura BREEZE

Professor Scamp, Ph.D (Pretty Happy Dog) In keeping with to area equines (I guess those are horses). Ventura’s 150th An- CCHR in Ojai will celebrate “Help niversary I decided to a Horse Day” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on show you some older Sunday, April 24 with an open house dog photos. I don’t and family fun day at the ranch. The think (in dog years) community is invited to this free Professor Scamp Ph.D that there have been event, which features vendors, food, any 150-year old dogs games, a silent auction (including but a 20-year old dog is getting close and theme park tickets), pony cart rides some smaller dogs live that long. for children, other animal rescues n An off-leash dog park in the Westside and, of course, the stars of the day – would be wonderful. The Westside the CCHR horses. Action Committee Ventura Westside CCHR’s open house is being held as Dog Park (some title) thinks that the part of ASPCA® (American Society for Harry A Lyon Community Park would the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) be a great location. Please contact them “Help a Horse Day,” a nationwide at [email protected] to get involved challenge for equine rescues and sanc- and show your support. tuaries to raise awareness about abused n Because I support all animals (even and neglected horses. cats)I want you to know that In con- California Coastal Horse Rescue junction with national “Help a Horse “Help a Horse Day”, 11 a.m. to noon, 600 Day,” Ojai Mayor Paul Blatz has issued W. Lomita Ave. a proclamation announcing commenda- Call 649-1090 if you need more in- tion for the lifesaving work California formation. www.calcoastalhorsrescue. Coastal Horse Rescue (CCHR) provides com

Forever homes wanted

Hi: I’m Tommy a very sweet 11 year old Havanese mix who was rescued from Animal Services where I was found as a stray. I’m new to C.A.R.L.’s program and I’m thankful to be given a second chance at finding my forever home. Please stop by and meet me, I may be the addition to your family you’ve been looking for.CARL Adoption Center-call 644-7387 for more information.

Mango is an affectionate boy who is very gentle and loves people and other cats. He was especially fond of a young girl who visited him in the Kitty Cottage recently. Give him a few head scratches and you’ll make a friend for life! Ventura County Animal Services – Camarillo location – 600 Aviation Drive Scamp Club (Scampclub pets are not for adoption.)

Hi: I’m Cindy. I am a Ventura Police Department K-9 officer. I love to catch bad guys and bite them if my handler will let me. Sometimes (when I’m off duty) I ride in the back of a firetruck. And sometimes I go to Cemetery Park and arrest people for letting their dogs run loose there. I also play percussion in the VPD marching band.

Join Scamp Club Animals of all sorts can join the ScampClub. Email me your picture anda little about yourself to [email protected]. You will be in the Breeze and become world famous. Ventura BREEZE March 30 – April 12, 2016 17 Police Reports by Veronica Johnson gation, his real name was discovered, officer approaching him, he went to a 2:50 a.m., VPD officers responded Jeffrey Forehand, and a records check parked vehicle and retrieved a hammer to a burglary alarm at the Cabrillo Police reports are provided to us by the Ventura revealed he had a warrant for his arrest from inside. Ramon then raised Pharmacy located at 146 North Brent Police Department and are not the opinions of out of San Diego County. During a the hammer and began advancing Street. The alarm company verified the Ventura Breeze. All suspects mentioned search of the vehicle, officers found a towards the officer while making they could see a subject inside of the are assumed to be innocent until proven guilty loaded handgun hidden in the front threats to harm him. The officer drew business as officers were respond- in a court of law. seat area as well. his firearm, at which time the family ing to the scene. Once on scene, the Possession of a Handgun member stepped between Ramon and officers surrounded the business and Child Molest Investigation On Sunday, March 20th, at the officer. After several commands to discovered the point of entry by the VPD Detectives were actively in- 8:57 a.m., VPD officers conducted drop the hammer, Ramon complied suspect. He had used a large rock to vestigating a child molest allegation a probation search at a room at the and was taken into custody without break the glass the door and enter the on Sean Curtis, owner/operator of Motel 6 located on 3075 Johnson incident. business. the United Studios of Self Defense, Drive. The occupants, Jose Machado Ramon was also found to be in The suspect took several bottles located at 1746 South Victoria Avenue. and Sean Quolas, initially denied possession two screwdrivers. He was of Promethazine/Codeine and a small Upon entering the business to the officers entry to the room, but arrested and later booked into the VC amount of money from the pharmacy serve the search warrant Detectives the officers were able to gain entry. Jail for felony resisting an officer and before making their escape. The alarm from the Ventura Police Department The officers found a loaded handgun criminal threats. company could not provide a descrip- Major Crimes Unit encountered hidden inside the room and addi- Commercial Burglary tion of the suspect, and the surveil- Curtis who immediately armed tional ammunition for the gun was On Thursday, March 24th, at lance video footage was unavailable. himself with a handgun. Detectives found in Quolas’ possession. A large retreated from the business and upon quantity of methamphetamine, along doing so a gunshot was heard coming with evidence of drug sales, were also from inside. A camera-equipped found inside of the room. robot was used to examine the scene Vehicle Burglary with Arrest to see if anyone was in the business On Monday, March 21st, at with Curtis. Curtis was later found 12:11 a.m., an alert citizen returned deceased inside the business from a to his vehicle to retrieve miscella- self-inflicted gunshot wound. neous property. As the citizen ap- Two ten year old girls were proached his vehicle, he observed the allegedly molested by Curtis. The passenger door open and a suspect most recent incident was reported in moving around inside his vehicle. the past week. The victim returned to his residence 6-Year Old Arrested and contacted the police. Within On March 18, at 2a.m. the VPD minutes officers arrived and the observed a car speeding and swerving victim directed them to his vehicle. Five finalists playing as a band at VMF jazz competition after the judging. on the 101 Freeway. When the officers As officers approached the victim’s pulled the driver over they were vehicle, the suspect exited the front Student musicians impressed the shocked to find that he was only passenger door. 6-years old and under the influence of The suspect, David Rixman, was judges with their musical skills an illegal substance (12 candy bars). detained by officers. At the conclu- He was also driving on a suspended sion of the investigation, it was dis- and maturity license. covered that the suspect had observed He was taken to juvenile hall the victim’s vehicle parked along the Ventura Music Festival held their Music Festival. and picked up by his parents who south curb line of Telegraph Road. 10th annual Student Jazz Competi- The judge’s decision was first place grounded him for one week for being The suspect parked his vehicle approx- tion at the Wyndham Garden Ventura going to Blake Kasting, a guitarist out past his curfew. Because of his age imately one hundred feet east of the Pierpont Inn filling the Ventura coastal and senior from Ventura High School. his name cannot be revealed. victim’s vehicle. The suspect returned air with groove and swing. Second place went to trombone player Stolen Vehicle Recovery via foot where he gain access into the The five finalists (many talented Max Fourmy a high school senior from On Thursday, March 17th, at 5:36 vehicle and removed the dashboard students entered the competition) Santa Barbara’s Alta Vista High. Third p.m., a VPD Patrol Officer witnessed a and vehicle stereo as officers arrived. gathered and showed off their best place went to Henry Urschel an alto sax vehicle commit a traffic violation near The suspect was arrested and later Jazz solos in front of an eager audience freshman attending Dos Pueblos High the intersection of Darling and Petit. booked into VC Jail. and judges waiting to hear these young in Santa Barbara. Honorable mentions The officer attempted to turn his Death Investigation emerging musicians. The stakes were not went to Chris Seagraves, a Junior from vehicle around in order to conduct On Sunday, March 20th, at 10:40 only bragging rights, but also cash prizes Moorpark High School and Matthew a traffic stop on the vehicle for the a.m., the VPD received a call in of $500, $250 and $100 for 1st, 2nd and Michalek a sophomore from Thousand violation. As the officer attempted reference to a deceased male found in 3rd respectively. The contestants ranged Oaks High School. to catch up to the vehicle, the driver a residence located in the 400 block in age from 14 to 18 years old and played The Ventura Music Festival presents of the vehicle accelerated quickly of South Evergreen Street. Officers a variety of musical instruments. classical, jazz, popular music and and ran two stop signs, before losing responded to the location along with Each musician was backed up by the family concerts in a variety of venues control of the vehicle which came to VC Fire and located the victim who local band Coda, named after a term in Ventura, and educational outreach rest in the front yard of a residence had suffered a gunshot wound. VP used in music primarily to designate a programs. This year the music festival at the intersection of Medford and Major Crimes Detectives and an inves- passage that brings a piece to an end, has moved from April to July. Founded Sterling. tigator from the VC Coroner’s office featuring Bevan Manson, Tom Etchart in 1994, the Ventura Music Festival is a James Moug, who was found to responded to the scene and are con- and Charles Levin. Charles is also a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Ven- be the driver of the vehicle, was taken ducting an investigation. former Board Member of the Ventura turaMusicFestival.org. into custody without further incident. VPD investigators discovered in- The vehicle he was driving was stolen, formation that on the 20th, there was reported earlier that day. Moug was an argument at the victim’s residence JUST RELEASED —AN ANTHOLOGY BY also found to have an active warrant between the hours of 6:30am-7:00am. JAMES FRANCIS GRAY for his arrest. Witnesses heard what appeared to AUTHOR OF Moug was transported to the be a gunshot followed by a vehicle KALI IS YOUR CODE NAME & GUMSHOE Visit our website for info. jamesfgray.com VCMC where he was treated for minor leaving the area. The Ventura County for video trailers, locations, booksignings! injuries. He was later booked into the Coroner’s Office has ruled Arnold FIND AT THESE LOCAL LOCATIONS VC Jail. Ikeda’s death as a homicide. The BANK OF BOOKS 748 E. 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After initially from a family member of the suspect, failing to stop, the driver did yield and Antonio Ramon, reporting that he Saturday, May 7, only! pulled into a driveway of a residence. was acting delusional and threatening The driver provided the officer with a to harm himself. It was also reported Greenock Lane across from Marina Park false name and he was also found to he was armed with a screwdriver. be in possession of a small amount of One officer arrived on scene Plants, NEW books, clothes etc. marijuana without having a medical and confronted Ramon outside of Proceeds benefit Ventura children’s agric. projects recommendation. During the investi- the business. When Ramon saw the 18 March 30 – April 12, 2016 Ventura BREEZE Show Time death and destruction of everyone killed The films brilliant scenes featuring killer and mastermind gets away scot free Batman v. in his company’s building, he will take no Jeremy Irons as Alfred acting opposite with his girlfriend. chances against the Man of Steel (Henry Affleck are cut way too short, something We see little difference between the Superman Cavill). Lex Luthor (Jesse Eisenberg) and that will hopefully be explored in the play’s plot line and the urban terrorism Senator June Finch (Holly Hunter) also see upcoming film The Batman. In the darkest scenarios experienced in the random Superman as a threat and seek to destroy incarnation yet (very close to Frank Miller’s massacre of journalists at a Paris newspaper him. interpretation), Alfred paints the picture by those who disagreed with its editorial For a film with “Superman” in the title, that the Dark Knight has lost it, coming policy; or the bombing of a hotel full of by Eduardo Victoria Snyder and Goyer spend the length of their very close to the villains he aimed to stop tourists; or the killing of innocents awaiting [email protected] entire film completely misunderstanding for so many years. Snyder is a great visual an airplane in Brussels. The DC Cinematic Universe is and, dare I say it, slapping the character director, but unfortunately, none of the We don’t find such human slaughter, proving to be a tired experiment by only the around to the point of painting him as a visuals matter when a vague story and mutilation, and the promotion of urban second film, the awkwardly titled Batman terrorist. The film brilliantly sets up how characterizations of beloved characters act terrorism for revenge as being lightly or v. Superman: Dawn of Justice. In a sea of un- the world would react if an almighty figure in ways that simply don’t make sense. darkly funny, as being justified, or in any developed ideas, poorly written characters, of his type were to appear. However, the Batman’s side of the film was handled way edifying or instructive as art. In our and a general lack of respect toward source opposite side is never explored. Never once well, for the most part. Ben Affleck paints view, it is simply not entertaining. material are some truly wonderful seeds for does the film bother to paint superman as a troubled, disturbed, and angry portrait of Although the playwright reportedly what could have been a towering standard a heroic figure other than on the surface a man who has seen one too many people has extensive academic, performance and of the superhero genre. Director Zack The biggest crime caused by the film he cares about die. Carrying over from Man writing credits, none of the characters have Snyder delivers plenty of eye candy and lets is the terrible script by Goyer and Terrio. of Steel, Henry Cavill and Amy Adams have any redeeming qualities. Their actions wonderful performances take center stage The destruction of Metropolis is never absolutely no on-screen chemistry together. are cloaked with an abundance of “adult” in a film with a lackluster script by Chris touched on after the film’s opening. The To round out the leads, Jesse Eisenberg is language which often, as in this case, covers Terrio and David Goyer. most we get is a memorial for the victims so over-the-top and miscast as Luthor, it’s the fact they have nothing to say that tickles 18 months after the leveling of Me- that has a giant Superman statue, however almost as if he were pulled from a Tarantino the intellect, shares a truism or insight, or tropolis by Superman and General Zod Luthor, who is controlling the media, is film and dropped into the DC universe. justifies their existence. (Michael Shannon), Bruce Wayne (Ben painting Superman as a terrorist with the Die-hard fans will find things they like, In this instance we feel the Flying H Affleck) searches for a mysterious “White world seemingly agreeing with him. It’s but that may not be case for the average Group Theatre Company made a play Portuguese,” who he believe holds a these types of inconsistencies that plague moviegoer (accessibility was something selection error that falls short of its past mineral that can be used to incapacitate the film from start to finish. Never once Christopher Nolan did extremely well with successes. or cripple Superman, who he views as a are motives explored other than for the his Dark Knight Trilogy). For the first time An Open Table continues for adult only threat to world security. Haunted by the Batman character. in history, we’re able to see a film with two audiences until April 9 at 6368 Bristol of the greatest comic book characters ever Rd (Montalvo area), Ventura. Curtain: 1700 E. Thompson Blvd. Buy one Med, Lg or created and the end result is a build up with Thursday (4/7 only), Fridays and Saturdays Ventura XLG Pizza and Get % no pay off. – 8 p.m. Sunday-4 p.m. Reservations rec- a Second Pizza of Equal or Lesser Value OFF Rated PG-13. Now playing at Century ommended. Tickets: $15. On line: www. 805.648.1070 Can not be combined with any other offer,50 1 coupon per visit. Sun-Thurs 11am - 9:30pm Downtown 10. 153 minutes. anopentable.brownpapertickets.com. or Fri & Sat 11am - 10:30pm cash or check at the door. 901-0005 LARGE 1 TOPPING $8.49 GLUTEN FREE (PICK-UP ONLY) REGULAR PRICE $14.95 Large 1 topping $15.95 10” mini 1 topping $9.95 Two on the Aisle PEPPERONI CALZONE ONLY $5.49WE DELIVER Extra Toppings - $1 each (PICK-UP ONLY) ($15 minimum) Monday thru Thursday – Extra Large Pizza, one topping, $10.99 or Spaghetti, $5.49 An Oops at An Open Table by Jim Spencer and Shirley Lorraine Ventura’s Flying H Group Theatre Company is well known for presenting unusual and edgy works not often seen this side of Los Angeles. Its current offering, An Open Table, is no exception. Billed as a world premiere, the piece is performed in a single act. It is set inside an upscale Chicago area restaurant and purports to follow the actions of a disgrun- Gershwin tled group of servers (waiters, to the general public) who want to make a statement brothers coming about disrespectful and ungrateful patrons in a most socially unacceptable manner. to Ventura The set is impeccable and elegant. The Janet and Mark L. Goldenson Director extraordinaire Taylor Kasch has Broadway Musical Concert Series at once again given the cast full rein to pull Rubicon Theatre Company continues in out all stops, and they do. Actors James its second year with a weekend concert James, Eric Mello, Javiera Torres, Shelby celebrating one of the most significant and Maloney and Marques Williams play the popular American songwriting teams of all deranged restaurant crew. All give superbly time, George and Ira Gershwin. Who Could tight performances within the limitations Ask For Anything More? will be presented of the script. Maloney even performs on only on Saturday, April 2 at 2&8pm and roller skates, no small feat in the intimate Sunday, April 3 at 2pm. setting full of tables, chairs, and……more. Who Could Ask For Anything More? Brenda Evans’ role as the sole living restau- features six performers singing timeless rant patron is unique – performed almost Gershwin classics such as “It Had To Be entirely bound, gagged and lying on the You,” “S’Wonderful,” “How Long Has This concrete floor. Been Going On,” “They Can’t Take That In dramatic criticism perception is Away, and over 20 magnificent numbers. everything. From our perspective the script For more information or to purchase of An Open Table is a big “Oops” because tickets, call 667-2900, or go to www.rubi- it is based on the acceptability of urban contheatre.org. terrorism and the killing of innocent Upcoming concerts in the Janet and people as a means of making a statement Mark L. Goldenson Broadway Concert over perceived slights…and the remorseless Series: mastermind gets away free. Broadway star Liz Calloway brings her Here’s the premise of the script that is acclaimed cabaret act to Rubicon, Stars of characterized as a “dark comedy.” Unhappy Broadway, West End and National Tours, by servers methodically plan and actually talented husband-and-wife duo Beverly and carry out the cold blooded murders of ten Kirby Ward. Back To The Garden: The music of innocent restaurant patrons and then Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Laura Nyro put their bodies in a wood chipper to Box Office 667-2900 make a statement. Some of eatery staff are Hours: Mon-Sun Noon – 6:00 p.m. machine-gunned by police, but the primary www.rubicontheatre.org. Ventura BREEZE March 30 – April 12, 2016 19 Classic Lighter Breeze Person to Person Bringing Up Father

To celebrate Ventura’s 150th Amber Hansen asked a few Venturan’s why they like living here.

Matt LaVere I was born and raised in Ventura, and I’m blessed to be able to raise my own family here as well. Ventura has great beaches, parks, schools and is truly a family-friendly city. And not only does Ventura have a rich cultural history, but Buzz Sawyer I believe we have far more potential than any beach town in California, and I think our best years are ahead of us!

Suzanne Blanco I love Ventura because I can drive 7 minutes to our harbor and paddle outrigger canoes with the Hokuloa Outrigger Canoe Club...the view of our city’s landscape from offshore is amazing!

Barney Google and Snuffy Smith

Brasilia Perez I love Ventura because it has given me a place to call home through the people I’ve met and the opportunities I have been given to be a part of our greater community… With so much history, with the laid-back, positive vibe we carry, and with people who lift each other up, -not to mention the perfect weather- why would anyone want to live anywhere else? Krazy Kat Lupe Contreras I love the weather and my wonderful friends here. I am 102 so have lots of memories about Ventura. I remember when Highway 1 went through Ventura to Santa Barbara and the roads were made of wood. I love downtown and particu- larly the mission.

Bill Hendricks Mandrake the Magician Ventura is a place that shouts “home”. It’s not solely connected to a structural space, but strongly attached to an energy twisted inside of our community. Cheers

Staci Brown I like living in Ventura because my family lives here, we have great musicians that The Phantom play our local venues and it’s beautiful.

Smokey Stover

For your horoscope go to www.venturabreeze.com Lizzie on the fritz? Mercer’s Garage would get her back on the road. 20 March 30 – April 12, 2016 Ventura BREEZE Community Events descriptive captions tell the story of men All the students and mentors are For Night. “Set in present day Southern and women who migrated here or were required to commit to a minimum of 50 California, it is a heartbreak lyric… a born here and enhanced the community, hours of working together this summer. love song to California’s city lights and such as: Applications and profiles of the five artist far-flung outskirts…” Taggart currently Carlos Luis “Charley” Hall – Born in mentors are available online at www. runs Thursday Night Poetry, an open mic Ventura in 1904 and baptized at Mission ojaiarts.org. The deadline to apply is April and featured reading at the E.P. Foster San Buenaventura. 22. Contact Heather Stobo, hstobo@ Library in Ventura. Reception will follow. Minnie Soo Hoo Bock -- Born in gmail.com, with any questions. $5 suggested donation. For more info: Santa Barbara in 1978 to merchants A Salon Series is taking place [email protected]. Yee Sing and Chin Shee, Minnie got her at the Ojai Valley Green Coalition name from missionaries who taught her Resource Center located at 206 N. to read, write and speak English. Signal St. #S. Next Salon is Thursday, LeRoy Gibson, Sr. – Born in 1909 April 7, 7 to 9 p.m. The theme is in Wewoka, Oklahoma, LeRoy Gibson Biophilia, the love of living things. Come became a professional boxer, traveling share with song, art, story, the written throughout the country under the word, or come to listen - however one is nicknames “Wichita Wildcat” in Kansas, moved. and the “Bon Bon Kid” in Boston. A donation and beverage to share are Theodosia Burr Shepherd – Ms. appreciated, though not required. Full Minnie got her name from missionaries who Shepherd was known as “the Flower details available at ojaivalleygre encoali- taught her to read. Wizard of California.” tion.org. For fun, the Museum’s curators have Mary Eckhart will visit the Ojai The Museum of created a special section, called “Dr. Library at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April Bard’s Cabinet of Curiosities” that shows 9, to deliver a talk entitled “Here’s Ventura County artifacts collected over the years by the Looking at You Kid: Our Timeless not-so-well known residents and donors Passion for Portraits.” Since time im- honors The City to the Museum of Ventura County, such memorial one of mankind’s most fasci- as: nating pastimes has been looking at itself of Ventura’s Finally, there are silver items called and depicting the results. “cock gaffs”, which are curved metal On Saturday, April 2, from 1 to 2 1866 150th pieces attached to the ankles of birds p.m., local author LeeAndra Chergey for cockfighting; the notable aspect is will visit the Ojai Library to talk examination or Anniversary that they were crafted by a nationally about her book, Make a Wish for Me: The Museum of renowned silversmith based in Ventura A Family’s Recovery from Autism. exhuming 1866 Ventura County presents named Jesus Mardueno, who made bits Chergey will begin with a talk on the by Sheli Ellsworth “Ventura @ 150: Cel- and spurs in town. challenges of living with her son’s autism ebrating the City of Good A large photographic of the city of diagnosis and the early intervention that Andrew Johnson Fortune”, a commemorative exhibition Ventura from the hills, made from glass led to his recovery. The Ojai Library is was president of the that celebrates the city’s sesquicenten- plate negatives dating back to 1880, located at 111 East Ojai Ave. United States in 1866 nial opening on April 1. shows visitors how the city developed Twice-Sold Tales, the Ojai Library after the assassination Large-scale portraits of early along Main St. Visitors will be able to book store, announces a construction of Abraham Lincoln. Johnson, later Ventura residents from every sector of leave a sticky note where they or their sale! Construction is about to begin and acquitted by the Senate, was the first the community transport visitors to family lived, filling up the map with gen- hundreds of books will be available for American president to be impeached. San Buenaventura’s early days, when the erations of residents’ “marks.” sale at ½ price starting Friday, April 1 and Johnson, who was pro-slavery, was character and direction of the city was This exhibition was sponsored in will continue through April 15. The book also pro-union and the only sitting being formed. Six-foot high panels with part by a gift from Regent Properties. store is about to get a much-needed reno- senator from a Confederate state who vation which will include a 600 square did not resign his seat upon learning foot community room added. of his state’s secession. Ventura events draiser! Train Ride, Scavenger Hunt W/ The Ojai Valley Library Friends and Urged by political moderates to Continued from page 8 Prizes, Museum, Lunch & Live Auction! Foundation is a non-profit organization sign the Civil Rights Bill, Johnson luncheon meeting will feature the Enjoy a 4 hour train trip (w/ 2 stops) that provides funds for use by the library broke decisively with them and program “Is Our Constitution on a vintage 1940s locomotive through for books and special programs at all vetoed it on March 27, 1866. In his Relevant,” presented by Ms. Diana the scenic country side. Benefitting the three Ojai Libraries. veto message, he objected to the bill Johnson. 11:30 a.m., in the Garden Foundation’s Spay & Neuter Programs Ojai Raptor Center’s 2016 Spring because it conferred citizenship on Room, Marie Callender’s. Lunch is $20. Across Ventura County. Open House will be held on Sunday, the freedmen at a time when 11 out For additional information Bill Bays Help control the local animal April 10th from 12-4PM. of 36 states were unrepresented in 650-3036 or Robert Taylor 216-7992. For population and prevent the needless The Ojai Raptor Center (ORC) is a the Congress discriminating against information http://pattonpatriots.org. deaths of cats and dogs. Scamp will non-profit wildlife rehabilitation facility whites in favor of African-Americans. Apr. 12: Ventura Sail and Power love you. Tickets available by phone at that takes in an average of 1,000 animals Congress over-rode his veto, which Squadron presents Seamanship 445-7171. Also, visit their affiliate Save- a year, specializing in raptors, or birds of was the first major veto in American 2016 course. Class sessions will focus A-Life Thrift Stores (888-876-0605) in prey, with the goal being release back to history. In April 1866, Congress again on maneuvering and handling a boat, Camarillo that directly supports the the wild. For ORC’s Spring Open House passed the bill and Johnson again Rules of the Road, Anchoring, Emergen- Foundation. our theme will be “Nesting Season” with vetoed it. A two-thirds majority in cies at Sea and much more. Class will Visit hermanbennettfoundation.org plenty of fun information and things to each house overcame the veto and the meet from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Monday for more information. see related to baby raptors. As always there bill therefore became law. The veto of nights beginning April 12 and ending will be lots of fun activities for kids, stage the Civil Rights Act of 1866 is consid- on June 6th. Located at the Ventura presentations, Chumash stories, chances ered by historians to be the biggest Yacht Club 1755 Spinnaker Dr. Cost of Ojai news and to win a raptor release with our staff, and mistake of Johnson’s presidency. class texts and material for Ventura Sail snacks and refreshments for purchase. The Civil Rights Act became & Power Squadron members is $60 and events April 10th at 2 p.m., the Ojai Art law on April 9, 1866. It was the first nonmembers is $90. To reserve a place The City of Ojai Arts Commis- Center Theatre will have a staged United States federal law to define call 646 7675 . sion is accepting applications from reading of a new play, “Clarity,” citizenship and protect the civil rights April 13: The Ventura County students who wish to participate in written by Christine Rosensteel, of persons of African descent who had Camera Club will hold a critique the ARTSOjai 2016 Artists Mentor author of the comedy “No Limits” been born in or brought to America. meeting on Wednesday, at 7 p.m. Program. This is the fourth year for the in the Art Center’s One-Act staged But what rights were considered civil Located at the Poinsettia Pavilion. A program, which pairs working artists readings, last summer. Guns are as rights? It was not the right to vote, the professional photographer from the area with local students for a summer intern- common as the sugar bowl in this Con- right to sit on a jury, nor the right to will critique member’s prints and digital ship. The City is looking for applicants necticut kitchen on the first day of deer attend the school of one’s choice. The images. Each month a special topic is from Ojai public and private schools hunting season. The father/son tradition Civil Rights Act of 1866 simply states chosen which features some interesting who will be juniors or seniors in the fall takes a comedic and poignant turn that people born in the United States aspect of photography. Anyone with an of 2016. To participate, they must be Ojai thanks to a mother’s love and courage. (not subject to any foreign power) are interest in photography is welcome and residents. Suggested Donation $10. For more infor- entitled to be citizens, without regard admission is free. Only members may The commission will select five mation [email protected]. to race, color, or previous condition of submit images for critique. For more students, each of whom will receive a On Monday, April 11th at 7 p.m. slavery or involuntary servitude. Any information 908-5663 or WWW.Ventu- $500 scholarship and be paired with one The Ojai Art Center Literary Branch, citizen has the civil right to make and raCountyCameraClub.com of five local artist mentors, each of whom in honor of Poetry Month, is privi- enforce contracts, sue and be sued, April 16: Join Publisher Sheldon and will receive a $750 grant honorarium. leged to host Marsha de la O, recent testify in court; inherit, purchase, wife Diane on Herman Bennett Foun- Once again, the Ojai Education Founda- winner of the Isabella Gardner Poetry lease, sell, hold, and convey real and dation’s “Train Ride Adventure” Fun- tion is helping to fund the program. Award (2015) for her book, Antidote personal property. Ventura BREEZE March 30 – April 12, 2016 21 Youth Come in for Established in 1972 The American Society for the Great Lunch Offering a full line of pastas with Prevention of Cruelty to Animals homemade sauces, East Coast (ASPCA) was founded April 10, 1886 in Specials! style pizza (gluten-free crust and New York City by Henry Bergh. Bergh 11:30am - 2:00pm Mon - Sat vegan cheese available), salads, had been appointed by President Lincoln to a diplomatic post in Russia homemade daily soups where he was horrified to witness and much more! work horses beaten by their drivers. Wine and local draft beer On his way back to America, a visit to the Royal Society for the Preven- tion of Cruelty to Animals in London awakened his determination to secure 641-2300 a charter not only to incorporate the Dinner hours: 5pm - 9pm ASPCA, but to exercise the power Ventura Chamber President and CEO Mon - Thurs & Sunday to arrest and prosecute violators of Stephanie Caldwell holds the ribbon while 5pm - 10pm Fri & Sat the law. He argued that protecting Councilwoman Cheryl Heitmann cuts it at animals was an issue that crossed 1751 E. Main St. open house. party lines and class boundaries. In Midtown Ventura “This is a matter purely of conscience; www.palermos.biz it has no perplexing side issues,” he Vista Real said. “It is a moral question in all its they already play. aspects,” prompting a number of dig- Participation in YMCA sports nitaries to sign his “Declaration of the Charter provides a fun learning experience for Rights of Animals.” all players regardless of their ability. April 19, 1866 the first effective High School Kids learn the basics of the sport, animal anti-cruelty law in the United develop skills and sportsmanship, get by Sheri Long States was passed, allowing the ASPCA playing time and enjoy an encouraging Vista Real Community Liaison to investigate cruelty complaints and environment. to make arrests. Although Vista Real’s downtown The Y’s Youth Programs Director In May of 1866, Congress Ventura location opened in July, we recalls his past experiences as a child approved the minting of the nickel. officially celebrated with an Open athlete helping shape who he is today. Economic hardship from the Civil House and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Vinny Savelich stated “When I think Participation in YMCA sports provides a fun War drove gold and silver from cir- on Thursday, March 10th. Students, back on my time playing sports as a kid, learning experience. culation causing government issued staff, and community members were I see how my teammates and coaches paper currency. In 1865, Congress all invited to tour our facility, meet shaped me and helped establish my abolished the five-cent note when the with school and student leadership Ventura Family self-confidence and identity. These head of the Currency Bureau, Spencer and enjoy some good food and good experiences really gave me the right Clark, placed his own portrait on the fun with the local Scratch food truck YMCA has direction to succeed in life, which is denomination. After successful intro- and Q104.7 live on location! something that makes me feel really duction of two- and three-cent pieces Vista Real is a free, independent many different good because I can give back this type without precious metal, Congress study high school diploma program, of help to our Y kids.” authorized a five-cent piece composed currently serving approximately classes and The Y emphasizes the success and of 75% copper and 25% nickel. What 1,000 students in the Ventura County improvement of each team member could you get for a nickel in 1866? Region and throughout our six school sports offerings rather than winning. The leagues offer A pound of beef soup. If you wanted resource centers located in Ventura, Registration is now open for youth competition to challenge every child’s rice with it, rice sold for seven cents a Camarillo, Simi Valley, Oxnard and of all ages to participate in the Ventura ability and focus on fair play and pound. Santa Paula. Students that were pre- Family YMCA’s Spring II Session. teamwork. Land was cheap by comparison. viously at risk of dropping out, find This spring the Ventura Family Registrations close before the The average wage for a laborer in 1866 a whole new way of learning at Vista YMCA has many different classes and beginning of the Y’s Spring II Session, was .90 a day, which doesn’t seem like Real with one on one teaching, on site sports offerings for their local youth which runs from April 11, 2016-June 4, much, but since land was $3-$5 dollars computer labs and readily available, including, swimming, ballet, baseball, 2016. an acre, enterprising people could free tutoring from 8:00 AM to 6:00 football, tennis, basketball, and many To learn more and to register for afford to own property. Compare this PM. Vista Real staff and teachers work other sports. summer programs and camps, visit with today’s wage at $80 a day and an diligently with students to create a This is a great way to give children ciymca.org/ventura, in-person at the acre of California farmland averaging positive learning environment where an introduction to a new sport or help Ventura Family YMCA, 3760 Telegraph $7,000 an acre. in students are successful each and them improve their skills in a sport that Rd. or 642.2131. By July, the Metric Act of 1866 every day. became law legalizing the use of the Students have stated that our metric system in the United States schools allow for “flexibility,” they eliminating the need for yardsticks assist with keeping students “on and renaming the inchworm the track” and “focus on students’ indi- “measuring worm.” vidual needs giving everyone the right Prices from the 1800s: amount of attention.” Students ages Wheat Flour — $7.14/barrel 14-19 may enroll at any Vista Real Granulated sugar — 8 cents/pound location. We also accept those youth Roasting beef — 11 cents/pound ages 20-23, who have aged out of a Cheese — 13 cents/pound comprehensive high school and are Eggs — 20 cents/dozen still interested in obtaining their high Hard wood — $6.49/cord school diploma. Rent for 4 rooms — $4.45/month These opportunity youth are Room and board for men — $2.79/ given a second chance at success month while placed in a workforce program Room and board for women — $1.79/ with the ability to obtain their high month school diploma and job skills at the Famous Births in 1866: same time. Vista Real strives to create February 26 – Herbert Henry Dow, strong community ties, positive Canadian chemical industrialist relations with service organizations, April 13 – Butch Cassidy, American and course offerings in varying Career outlaw Technical Education fields. April 14 – Anne Sullivan, American Upon graduation, we work with tutor of Helen Keller our students to place them in areas July 28 – Beatrix Potter, English chil- of interest for jobs, internships or dren’s author offer personal assistance with college Sept. 21-H. G. Wells, English writer applications and financial aid. In Sept. 25 – Thomas Hunt Morgan, the words of one Vista Real student, American geneticist “It’s an amazing place to be, and an Helping celebrate our anniversary at the City Hall open house were Olivas Adobe Nov. 27 – George H. Reed, African- amazing place to learn.” For more in- docents including Breeze staff Mary Thompson on the right. American screen actor, starred in formation please visit us at VRCH.org Huckleberry Finn (1920). or call (877) 360-LEARN. 22 October 29 – November 11, 2014 Ventura BREEZE Ventura Music Scene Thurs 3/31: Tatanka Tuesdays: Danny D Fri 4/1: Flashback Friday with DJ Fridays: Encore Spinobi & DJ Xist Saturdays: Beach City Sound Club Sat 4/2: Led Zepplica Rookees Sports Bar & Grill Fri 4/8: Evolution Beat 419 E. Main Street Sat 4/9: Orgone (805) 648-6862 Downtown Ventura Friday and Saturdays Plaza Park 10 pm Rotating DJs Sat 4/2: 11-4 pm: The Swilly’s, Ventura Saloon BBQ Jazz Orchestra, Barrelhouse Wailers, 456 E. Main Street The Mighty Cash Cats Thurs 4/7: Ventucky String Band Mission Park Sandbox Coffeehouse Sat 4/2: 6pm Big Bad Voodoo Daddy 204 E. Thompson Blvd El Rey Cantina 805-641-1025 294 E. Main Street Thurs 6 pm, Weekends noon Fridays: 4 pm Xoco Moraza and Thursdays Open Mic Friends; 9:30 DJ/Karaoke by DJ Gold Sat 4/2: Raven & Rose The Barrelhouse Wailers performing at City’s 150th anniversary picnic. Photo by Marie Dust Sun 4/3: Havilah Abrego Gregorio-Oviedofoto. Saturdays: DJ Erock Sat 4/9: Marianne Turner, Xocoyotzin The Garage Moraza, Devin Johnson Ventura Music Scene 1091 Scandia Avenue Sans Souci Sat 3/19: Kings Ransom, Fallen Saints, 21 S. Chestsnut Ventura Rockin’ 150 Years!!! Punching Trees Sundays: DJ Darko by Pam Baumgardner GiGi’s Mondays: Karoake VenturaRocks.com 2493 Grand Avenue Tuesdays: Transform Tuesday Thurs & Fridays: Karaoke Wednesdays: Open mic Ventura certainly rocks, and it’s been of our local musicians including the Bar- Fridays: DJs Thursdays: DJ Spinobi officially rocking for 150 years as of April relhouse Wailers. Golden China Fri 4/1: The Oles 2, 2016. In honor of its major milestone, There will be a benefit concert for 760 S. Seaward Sat 4/2: DJ Pistolero The City is celebrating with a free family the Mare Louise Foundation on April 9 (805) 652-0688 Fri 4/8: Midnight Callers fair and picnic at Plaza Park. Along with at Sandbox Coffeehouse featuring local Karaoke seven nights a week 9 pm Sat 4/9: Awesome Sauce carnival games, activity booths, races and artists, Marianne Turner, Xocoyotzin Gone West Cellars Squashed Grapes contests, an historic treasure hunt and a Moraza and Devin Johnson. 5963 Olivas Park Drive 2351 E. Main St. truly affordable old fashioned-barbecue, And finally for rap fans, don’t miss Fri Music 6-8 pm 805-643-7300 there will be live music with The Swilly’s, Tyler the Creator at the Ventura Theater on Fri 4/1: JJ Frank Live jazz music 7-10 pm Ventura Jazz Orchestra Sextet featuring April 2. Fri 4/8: Karen Eden Wed 3/30: Hans Ottsen & Friends the vocal stylings of Donna Greene, The Do you have any music related news The Greek Restaurant Thurs 3/31: Cougar Estrada & Friends Barrelhouse Wailers and the Mighty Cash or upcoming shows you want help pub- Ventura Harbor Fri 4/1: Coda Cats. licizing? Send all information short or Sat & Sun 7:30 pm Sat 4/2: Doug Webb w/ Danny Carey of And then, in conjunction with long to [email protected], and for Belly Dancing, Greek music and show; TOOL celebrating The City’s 150th anniver- updated music listings daily, go to www. DJ dancing Tues 4/5: Jazz Jam sary, Ventura Education Partnerships will VenturaRocks.com. Hong Kong Inn Wed 4/6: Meridian Trio feature a concert with hometown heroes, 435 E. Thompson Blvd Thurs 4/7: Sean Conner & Friends Big Bad Voodoo Daddy at Mission Park. Mondays karaoke Fri 4/8: Rachel Flowers Tickets range from $25 and up to benefit Music Calendar Thursdays: Gypsy Blues Band swing Sat 4/9: Hans Ottsen Quartet music and arts in our schools. night The Tavern For more events go to VenturaRocks.com Robert Ramirez and Michelle Votrian Keynote Lounge 211 E. Santa Clara Street just returned from SxSW (annual music Amigos Cafe & Cantina 10245 Telephone Road Sunday open mics festival and conference in Austin, TX), 546 E. Main St. Tuesday and Wednesday: Karaoke Karaoke Tuesdays so I asked Ramirez what made them 805-874-2232 Thursday: Open Mic Metal Music Wednesdays decide to make the trek and he told me, Mondays: 6 pm Danielle Stacy; 8 pm Sunday: Karaoke DJs every Thursday college night “With friends out there, we just needed a Joey’s B’s Acoustic Blues Jam Fri 4/1: Custom Made Ventura Harbor show. Then we were invited to perform at Tuesdays: 8:30 pm The Beers Brothers Sat 4/2: Pull the Trigger Carousel Stage 1-4 pm Leeann Atherton’s Full Moon Barndance open mic Fri 4/8: What the Funk Sat 4/2: After the Smoke which is considered by the locals, the unof- Wednesday: 8 pm Amigo’s House Band Sat 4/9: Action Down Sun 4/3: The Salty Suites ficial close to SxSW and a tradition, with Thursdays: 6 pm Karen Eden Trio Majestic Ventura Theater VHW Hall non-stop music and food for 8 hours; it’s Fri 4/1: Inna Rude Mood 26 S. Chestnut Street 3801 Market Street the place to be on Sunday. Every artist Sat 4/2: Sin Chonies (805) 653-0721 Saturdays: 4-8 pm Captain Ron and band that played was a working band, Sun 4/3: 5 pm The Tossers; 9 pm Sat 4/2: Tyler the Creator W20 at the Watermark some from Austin, some touring and some Karaoke Now Ventura 598 E. Main Street from Europe and Australia. Except us!” Fri 4/8: Crooked Eye Tommy 185 E. Santa Clara Ave. Fri & Sat 9 – Mid; Sun 3 – 6 pm The other evening, I dropped into Sat 4/9: Crosscut 805 Fri & Sat: 10 pm DJs Fri 4/1: Karen Eden; Rick Whitfield Squashed Grapes to catch Mark Schul- Sun 4/10: 9 pm Karaoke O’Leary’s Sat 4/2: Action Down man’s set; he had put on an inspirational Boatyard Café 6555 Telephone Road Sun 4/3: Dive Bar Messiahs drum clinic in conjunction with Pulse Ventura Harbor Fri 4/1: Solimar Fri 4/8: Ben Bostick; Ryan Hinkle Drumming before the show. Schulman is Music 6-9 pm Sat 4/2: Open jukebox Sat 4/9: Mini Driver currently Cher’s drummer and has toured Thursdays: Bluegrass Jam Fri 4/8: Live Band Karaoke Sun 4/10: Vox Box Six with Pink and others. He brought with Bombay Bar & Grill Sat 4/9: O’Leary’s East End Blues Band The Wine Rack him Eva Gardner on bass (Pink, Mars 143 S. California St. Paddy’s 14 S. California Street Volta, Cher) and Julian Coryell (Alanis 805-643-4404 2 W. Main Street Music runs 7-11 pm, Sundays at 2:30 Morissette, Carole King, Jewel) on guitar Wednesdays: Tommy Marsh hosts the Wednesdays: Karaoke pm and vocals. The house was rockin’ a tad Session Fri & Sat: DJs Sundays: Carson Boyd bit more than usual and I have to say, I Fri 4/1: Bloody Mary Morning The Patio at Player’s Casino Mondays: Open Mic thoroughly enjoyed it! In April, make Sat 4/2: The Jelly, Train River 6580 Auto Center Drive Tuesdays: Keith Cain plans to catch the return of Doug Webb Café Fiore Sun 4/3: Noon Tom & Milo Wednesday: Danielle Stacy with Danny Carrey of TOOL on April 2, 66 S. California Street Plan B Wine Cellars Thursdays: Jon Gindick drummer Joey Heredia (Stevie Wonder, Thurs 3/31: Rick Whitfield 3520 Arundell Circle Fri 4/1: Anthony DiChiacchio Sheila E, Sergio Mendez) on April 16, The Cave Sun 4/10: 4:30 pm Alchemy Sat 4/2: Jodi Farrell & Jim Rankin Sandra Booker (Harry Connick Jr is 4435 McGrath Street Poinsettia Pavillion The 805 Bar quoted as saying, “her voice was made for Thurs & Fridays: 5:30 pm Warren 3451 Foothill Road Ventura Harbor jazz.) on April 23 and Frank Potenza and Takahashi (805) 648-1143 Mondays: Estrada Band Friends return on April 30. Dargan’s Mon 4/4: Monday Night Dance Club Tuesdays: RJ Mischo &Down Home Trio And staying with jazz for just a bit, the 593 E. Main Street with Dick Parent Band Sat & Sun: Noon Kenny DeVoe California Jazz & Wine Fest will be held Sun 4/3: 4 pm The Sunday Drivers Mon 4/11: Monday Night Dance Club Fri 4/1: Todd’s Jazz Band on April 17th at the Four Seasons Hotel Discovery with Wyatt Haupt Band Sat 4/2: 7 pm Smokey & Friends in Westlake Village with the Tom Scott 1888 Thompson Blvd Prime Sun 4/3: 3 pm Smokey & Friends Quintet, Doug Webb Group and several Wednesdays: Starlight Swing Night 2209 E. Thompson Blvd Sat 4/9: 7 pm Live Band Karaoke Ventura BREEZE March 30 – April 12, 2016 23 Ventura Art Scene

Art , a la Carte

Ventura artist Tony Jankowski captured the wonderful waves and pier in his piece called “El Nino at Ventura Pier” which took first place in the annual Santa Paula Art Show. His mother exposed him to European Masters and encouraged him to draw and paint at an early age. At age 5, he painted his first watercolor and took up traditional oil painting at the age of 13. His paintings have been shown at galleries throughout United States, Central and South America, where he has won numerous awards.

Paul Cézanne is a French artist and Post-Impressionist painter whose work has laid the foundations of the transition from the 20th-century conception of artistic endeavor to a new and radically different world of art in the 21th -century. Cézanne’s often repetitive, explor- atory brushstrokes are highly characteristic and clearly recognizable. He used planes of color and small brushstrokes that build up to form complex fields. His work will be at the Ventura Breeze Basement Gallery from April 1, 2016 until April 1, 2078. Cezanne will attend an opening reception for the show from 5-7 p.m. and will be signing his work at the Gallery. Lobster and beer will be served.

Hiroko Yoshimoto’s Biodiversity series is the springboard for this abstract oil pastel by Montalvo Elementary 5th grader, Aisha. Focus on the Masters Learning To See Outreach Art Showcase March 30 – April 17- Public Reception Saturday, April 16 from 12:00 – 1:30 pm Ventura Harbor Village Gallery The Ventura Unified School District is having an all-district art show that will include The public is invited student work from elementary, middle and high schools. to join Focus on the One of the featured artists is Chloe Yahner who created the image on the art show Masters (FOTM) and poster. A senior at Foothill Technology High School she stated “I have been painting since I Buenaventura Art As- was five. Excited by the feeling of completion, a creative fire burns inside of me.” sociation for a celebra- In addition to Chloe’s wonderful art work there will be a “musician series“ created by tion of youthful expres- VUSD’s 5th grade elementary students. These art pieces were created to honor the band sion featuring artwork Big Bad Voodoo Daddy who have generously given their time and talent to supporting created with Learning Ventura Unified School District’s Music and Arts programs. To See Outreach. For Opening night is Friday, April 1st from 5:00-7:30 at the Museum of Ventura there will more information be food trucks and music on site. Admission is free. about Learning To See, The art show continues Saturday, April 2nd, and Sunday, April 3rd. contact Aimee@Focu- Saturday, April 2nd, 11:00 am- 3:00pm. $5.00 for adults, $3.00 for Seniors, $1.00 for sOnTheMasters.com or children. 653.2501. Sunday, April 3rd, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm FREE ADMISSION. 24 March 30 – April 12, 2016 Ventura BREEZE

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of Taft Gardens South African and Austra- Volunteers make lian native plants on April 23 in Ojai. Meet at 8:30 AM in Vons parking lot at Harbor a difference at and Seaward to carpool. Park to the right of Subway. Tour is admission free and the Ventura limited to 30 people. A donation to the Taft Gardens is appreciated. Bring lunch and Botanical beverage to enjoy on the grounds after the tour. RSVP to Teresa Zdanowich 535-0343 Garden or fieldtrips@venturabotanicalgardens. Ventura Botanical Garden volun- com by April 13. teers have been doing cleanup and rock work all along the Demonstration Trail along with erosion control; seeding and Chumash are an important part transplanting; and heavy brush clean up at Continued from page 10 the top of Summit Drive. All of this effort Today, Chumash community makes a walk in the Gardens a new and members continue to move forward in renewing experience. their efforts to revive what was becoming Welcoming folks to the trail over the a forgotten way of life. Much has been last 8 months, the Greeters have had a lost, but Chumash community members chance to get to know local visitors (and take pride in their heritage and culture. their dogs) and introduce visitors from afar With a current population nearly to the Gardens. In teams of two the Greeters 5,000 strong, some Chumash people can inform visitors about the Gardens and offer trace their ancestors to the five islands membership and volunteer information. of Channel Islands National Park. The There is a need to increase the cohort of Chumash reservation in Santa Ynez Greeter volunteers and expand the hours represents the only federally recognized of coverage as summer approaches. If you band, though it is important to note would like to spend a couple of hours a week that several other organized Chumash In major news in the newspaper industry it has been announced that the Ventura sharing the vision for the Gardens, please groups exist. Breeze has purchased the VC Star for $10,500,000 cash. Respecting the history of the contact Rosemary McIntyre 443-1009. Star Free Press the paper will be renamed the Star Breeze Press. Sheldon Brown will Biologist David Lee will be giving be publisher, president, CEO and CIA and Savana Brown has been named editor. The guided walks focusing on wildlife and birds Savana selection was a surprise because it was thought that Professor Scamp would be on April 16th and May 7th. Geologist and chosen as editor. Scamp has hired an attorney to investigate whether his age (almost 14) founding member John Powell will lead a was the reason he was not given that position. walk discussing the geology of the Ventura Hills on April 9th. These are in addition to the monthly docent led “Know your Gardens” walks. On Saturday, May 21 at 2:00 PM a child can bring a shoe or boot to create a take home plant while learning the needs of a plant to grow and thrive. Meet at Green Thumb Nursery, 1899 S. Victoria Ave. Please drive to the rear of the building “Gotta go. See you in another 150 (left side), park and enter at the gate. years!” Sign up early for a private guided Tour

The winners of the 2016 County Ventura St. Patrick’s Day Parade have been announced. Trophies were awarded to the winners at the Ventura City Council Meeting held on Monday, March 14. The Parade theme was “Celebrating 150 Years of Ventura’s History.” The parade Grand Marshal was the descendants of Ventura’s historic families the Chumash, E.P. Foster, Olivas, Smith Hobson and Petit and Harrison Moraga families. For a list of the winners go to www.venturastpatricksdayparade.com. Photo by Michael Gordon. Simple Ventura street grid as planned before the cartographer got drunk.