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• The Cowboy Ball fundraiser is back for its 15th year and will be held at the enchanting Camp Carmina
• Event proceeds benefit the life-changing programs offered by SYVTRP to 70 weekly students
• The event will take place on Saturday, August 16 at 5 pm.
• Purchase tickets online at www.syvtherapeuticriding.org/events

The Cowboy Ball will feature a delicious plated dinner by High on the Hog Catering; an open bar with Firestone Walker Brewing Co. beer and Sunstone wine; live music by Whiskey Business; silent, live, and dessert auctions; a therapeutic riding demonstration; and lots of fun!

Proceeds from the Cowboy Ball support the SYVTRP by providing funds for student scholarships, herd maintenance, and facility operations. The program currently serves 70 individuals weekly, of varying ages and abilities, including those with cerebral palsy, Parkinson's disease, autism, Down syndrome, and more, regardless of their ability to pay.
For other life challenges, regardless of their ability to pay.

For tickets and event details, visit www.syvtherapeuticriding.org/events. For more information, contact Jillian Knight at jillian@syvtherapeuticriding.org.

Start out your weekend the right way at Carr Winery! Join us in the Santa Barbara Barrel Room on Friday, August 15th, from 7 – 9 PM in Santa Barbara for an unforgettable evening of music by Will Stephen’s Band.

Enjoy live music from the Will Stephen’s Band featuring a classic mix of rock, blues, and more, plus Buena Onda empanadas are available for delivery! Grab some friends and join us each Friday for a fun filled evening to start out the weekend the right way.

Free Admission, 21+

This Fiesta, immerse yourself in the rhythm and soul of flamenco at Carr Winery’s Barrel Room Sessions. Join Carr on Friday, August 8th from 7 – 9 PM in the Santa Barbara Barrel Room for a special evening featuring the dynamic dances of Puro Flamenco.

Let the pulse of authentic flamenco music and dance ignite your Friday night as you sip on Carr’s premium wines and enjoy flavorful Buena Onda empanadas in a vibrant, intimate setting.

Free Admission, 21 & Over

Mark your calendars, gather your loved ones, and get ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of nature stories. "Stories from the Wild" is not just an event—it's a celebration of the stories that shape us, the connections that bind us, and the wonders of the natural world that inspire us. Friends and staff of WYP will be sharing their personal stories from nature—captivating tales that highlight their unique connections with the outdoors. From encounters with wildlife to heartwarming moments of self-discovery, these stories will leave you in awe and inspire you to create your own tales of adventure.


Pack Your Picnic and Blankets:
We encourage you to bring along your favorite picnic spread, drinks, blankets, and chairs to create your perfect cozy spot for the evening.

Looking for the perfect Friday night vibe? Join us in the Santa Barbara Barrel Room at Carr Winery on Friday, August 8th from 7 – 9 PM for an electrifying evening with DJ Darla Bea.

DJ Darla Bea, Gerry Smith Jr., and Anthony Ambriz will set the tone for your perfect weekend while you sip on Carr premium wines and munch on Buena Onda empanadas.

Free Admission, 21+

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!

Thanks for your cooperation in advertising this event. Please, contact me if you have further
questions.

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.