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Join Friends of California Condors Wild and Free for a captivating free lecture exploring the
remarkable journey of the critically endangered California Condor! Discover the origins of the groundbreaking captive breeding program. Get an insider’s look on lessons learned from 35 years of breeding captive California condors. We’ll also discuss the current status of wild condor populations and the profound impact of breeding and release efforts on their survival.

Our guest speaker, Mr. Mike Clark, is a retired LA Zoo Keeper. He will speak to the public in the Topping Room at the Ventura Public Library located at 651 E. Main St. from 2:00 to 3:00 pm on Sunday, July
27, 2025.

The California condor was listed as an endangered species in 1967. In 1987 California
Condors were on the verge of extinction with only 27 alive, as the last free flying condor, AC9,
was taken from the wild. In 1992, the USFWS began reintroducing captive-bred condors to the
wild to reestablish the population. Today, there are over 560 birds with over half of them flying
free in the wild in various populations including California, Arizona, and Baja Mexico. The
California Condor is a resident of the local area and can be found in the mountains behind
Ojai, Santa Paula, Fillmore, Piru, and Santa Barbara.

Come learn about the endangered California Condor, North America’s largest land bird. Learn how
you can help the California Condor recovery effort. Become a volunteer! Be informed!

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The Ojai Film Society’s beloved outdoor film series is back at Libbey Bowl, running on select Fridays from July 25–October 3. This year’s theme, Imagine A World, invites audiences to gather under the stars for films that spark creativity, connection, and conversation.

All screenings are free and begin at 7:30 PM.
Walk-ups welcome; RSVPs encouraged.

Here's the line-up:

July 25: Sally

August 8: The NeverEnding Story

August 22: The Greatest Night in Pop (with director Bao Nguyen in attendance)

September 5: 9 to 5

September 18: Speak. (with director Jennifer Tiexiera in attendance)

October 3: Close Encounters of the Third Kind

👉 Learn more & RSVP: ojaifilmsociety.org

VMF proudly presents Colburn School talents Ray Ushikubo and Chi-Jo Lee in solo sets of piano artistry. Venue: The Performing Arts Center at Ventura College.

5-time grammy-nominee blending timeless tradition with bold jazz innovation alongside his all-star band! Venue: The Performing Arts Center at Ventura College.

THEATRE LOVERS AND SUPPORTERS,

YOUR HUMBLE SERVANT IN THE THEATRE DARRYL MAXIMILIAN ROBINSON SHARES A BELATED FOURTH OF JULY MESSAGE.

Darryl Maximilian Robinson, a 51-year-long American stage performer whose local Los Angeles theatre award honors include a 2013 Kentwood Players' Marcom Masque Theatre Award nomination for Best Actor In A Major Supporting Role for his critically-praised performance as the historic Black educator and orator Booker T. Washington in a revival of the musical "Ragtime" at The Westchester Playhouse, a 2015 / 2016 Emmanuel Lutheran Actors Theatre Ensemble-ELATE Season Ticket Holder Best Actor Award nomination for his performance as the debonair, but aging leading man Ernest in Tad Mosel's classic one-act drama of Life In The Theatre "Impromptu" at The Lincoln Stegman Theatre in North Hollywood, California, and, most recently, a 2024 Broadwayworld Los Angeles Award nomination for Best Supporting Performer In A Play for his portrayal of Chicago Newspaper Reporter Roy V. Bensinger in The Culver City Public Theatre revival production of Ben Hecht's and Charles MacArthur's "The Front Page" presented outdoors at The Carlson Memorial Park in Culver City, recently recorded a short special message during a night of lively fireworks over the South Central neighborhood of Los Angeles.

Recorded in Flash Mode the evening of July 4, 2025 by multitalented fellow actor Danny Belrose, Excaliber Shakespeare Company Los Angeles Archival Project Founder Darryl Maximilian Robinson Shares A Belated Independence Day Message that may evoke memories of the late, great television writer and host Rod Serling.

Submitted For Your Consideration.

IT IS A SIGN OF THE TIMES.

https://youtube.com/shorts/wqFxe5fXUDE?si=mraZnrNz09_xaMFB

Stage Veteran Darryl Maximilian Robinson's Belated 4th of July Message can be viewed on his You Tube channel.

Join Students for Eco-Education and Agriculture (SEEAG) for its 7th Annual Santa Barbara County Farm Day. On Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, over 20 farms, ranches and agricultural organizations across Santa Barbara County will welcome the public to learn how food is grown, meet the hands that feed them, and enjoy a fun-filled day of ag-tivities for the entire family.

Guests will experience behind-the-scenes tours of farms, tractor rides, produce tastings and giveaways, and plenty of kid-friendly exhibits. To view the 2025 participating locations, visit SEEAG’s interactive Farm Day Trail Map (www.sbcfarmday.org/map).

Farm Day is free and open to all ages. For more about Santa Barbara County Farm Day, visit https://sbcfarmday.org or call 805-892-8155. No pets allowed. Also, mark your calendar for the 13th annual Ventura County Farm Day taking place on November 8. To preregister and receive updates on site additions, QR code access to all locations, and be entered to win a custom Santa Barbara County Farm Day map, go to https://my805tix.com/e/7th-annual-santa-barbara-county-farm-day.

Santa Barbara County Farm Day is organized by the 501c3 nonprofit Students for Eco-Education and Agriculture (SEEAG). SEEAG’s mission is to educate students and the greater community about the farm origins of our food and agriculture's contribution to our nutritional well-being.

Zen and the Art of Costume Drawing Class with Rich Wilkie - Disney Animator and Netflix Director
This class will focus on drawing, but bring the medium you feel most comfortable with, if you
need an easel, board or table, bring them. We will cover your state of mind, gesture drawing,
form, and fabric. We will supply the Costumed model, chairs and water. 25 artists only. The
room will open at 8:30 am, please be early to set-up by 9 am.
707 Gallery, 707 Paseo Nuevo, Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, across from where the See's candy used to be.
Please contact Rich for more information at Rich@richwilkie.com

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Central Coast at SCAPE’s (Southern California Artists Painting for the Environment) annual juried Fall Show, Nature’s Palette. Held at the prestigious Music Academy of the West in Lehmann Hall, this two-day event celebrates stunning local art, while supporting environmental education nonprofit Explore Ecology.

The show opens on Friday, September 12th at 2:00 pm, with a reception from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. The exhibition will also be open on Saturday, September 13th from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm.

The juror for the exhibit is Michael Drury, renowned local artist and Oak Group member. Some of Michael’s work will be on display.

Explore and purchase artwork inspired by the natural splendor of the Central Coast, knowing that your participation supports Explore Ecology’s innovative programs. Don’t miss this opportunity to support local art, artists, and environmental education!

SCAPE fosters camaraderie and artistic growth among its members while organizing art events that benefit non-profit environmental organizations. Learn more at https://scape.wildapricot.org

Proceeds benefit Explore Ecology’s environmental education programs for Santa Barbara County youth.

Admission: Free. All ages welcome.

Twenty-Four Blackbirds and WineCult are hosting a Fall Pairing Party!

Get rid of those back to school blues and come enjoy music, drinks, dessert, and self-guided chocolate factory tours! We'll sell wine by the glass (non-alcoholic options available too!) paired with samplings of autumn inspired truffle flavors. Everything in our shop will be 10% off and we're giving away tickets for a chance to win prizes with each purchase. We’ll be stocked with thoughtful gifts to make your fall season cozy and sweet, so don't miss out! Bring your friends, all are welcome!

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Central Coast at SCAPE’s (Southern California Artists Painting for the Environment) annual juried Fall Show, Nature’s Palette. Held at the prestigious Music Academy of the West in Lehmann Hall, this two-day event celebrates stunning local art, while supporting environmental education nonprofit Explore Ecology.

The show opens on Friday, September 12th at 2:00 pm, with a reception from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. The exhibition will also be open on Saturday, September 13th from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm.

The juror for the exhibit is Michael Drury, renowned local artist and Oak Group member. Some of Michael’s work will be on display.

Explore and purchase artwork inspired by the natural splendor of the Central Coast, knowing that your participation supports Explore Ecology’s innovative programs. Don’t miss this opportunity to support local art, artists, and environmental education!

SCAPE fosters camaraderie and artistic growth among its members while organizing art events that benefit non-profit environmental organizations.

Proceeds benefit Explore Ecology’s environmental education programs for Santa Barbara County youth.

Admission: Free. All ages welcome.