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Author Frank Schaeffer will discuss his soon-to-be-released book, "Fall in Love, Have Children, Stay Put, Save the Planet, Be Happy" during an online Community Forum on Friday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. In the book to be available Nov. 2, Schaeffer takes a critical look at some of the ideals of our culture in chapters on a loneliness epidemic, loveless work, childcare deserts and using ourselves up through the capitalism of disruption, while in other sections he writes affirmatively about love, connection and community, the rise of feminism, survival of the friendliest and how we can change.

Schaeffer is an author of more than a dozen nonfiction and fiction books, an artist, blogger, lecturer and former film director. He is the son of the late Rev. Francis Schaeffer, an influential evangelical theologian, author and speaker, and Frank was the heir apparent to that fundamentalist ministry before he reassessed his life, left that world and became an advocate for progressive causes.

He is expected to share his personal journey as he discusses his latest book and offers a transformative agenda.

The 7 p.m. forum on Zoom is presented by Chalice Community Forum, a program of Chalice Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of the Conejo Valley. Attendance online is free and advance registration for a link to the event is available at forum.chaliceuu.org.

For information, visit that website or contact Randall Edwards via e-mail at forum@chaliceuu.org or through the church office at (805) 498-9548.

The Museum of Ventura County has partnered with the county library to bring in-person Story Time on the 2nd Saturday of each month at noon, through the end of the year!

On October 9th, we'll gather for a spooky story about Monsters.

On the 13th of November, just in time for Thanksgiving, we'll feature a story about Gratitude.

And finally, on December 11th, our focus will be on Family.

Join us for stories, then play & learn in the Children’s Garden, a fabulous and FREE outing for ALL!

The Ojai Holiday Marketplace kicks off the holiday season on Saturday, November 13 and Sunday, November 14, 10am to 4pm both days, at Libbey Park.

Presented by the Ojai Festival Women’s Committee, this treasured tradition will feature a collection of curated lifestyle and fashion items from more than 50 booths. In addition to shopping, attendees will enjoy musical performances, carolers wandering the marketplace, and Santa handing out candy canes.

Do-it-yourself stations will add to the festivities, including an Ornament and Wreath Station. A special silent auction of decorated Tabletop Trees and Menorahs created by local artists, businesses, and organizations will be available throughout the weekend. Admission to the Marketplace is free and open to the public. Portion of the proceeds from the sales during the weekend will be donated to the Ojai Music Festival and its BRAVO education programs in the schools and community. For more information visit at OjaiFestival.org.

“Did you know that in 1952, Ian Fleming stole the name of a famous ornithologist and explorer named James Bond? And did you know that the WFVZ holds the real James Bond's egg collection?”

The Bird Museum is hosting author Jim Wright in a virtual seminar about the REAL JAMES BOND on October 29th @ 6:00pm The REAL JAMES BOND Friday, Oct 29th @ 6:00pm $10 per device Student = donation Sign up at www.wfvz.org Or Eventbrite link below

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held for California Lutheran University’s Steven Dorfman Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, which was renamed to honor the former Hughes executive for providing $4.8 million to support scholarships, grants and an endowment. After the ceremony, Pandocap founder and CEO Laura Moreno will give a keynote address as part of the Entrepreneur Speaker Series. She will share her journey as a Latina business owner. Refreshments will be provided. The center is located at 31416 Agoura Road #105 in Westlake Village. The event will be livestreamed. Visitors to Cal Lutheran facilities must fill out the Daily Health Check form prior to arriving. People must not come on-site if they have any of the following symptoms: fever, cough, shortness of breath, chills, muscle pain, sore throat, loss of taste or smell. Everyone, regardless of vaccination status, must wear face masks in indoor public or common spaces. The full list of visitor policies, which also cover positive tests and exposures, and the Daily Health Check form are available at CalLutheran.edu/visitors. The event is free, but registration is required by Oct. 17 at https://www.jotform.com/212625343658155 to attend in person or online. For more information, contact Kristin Bell at kristinbell@callutheran.edu or 805-493-3747.

Juan Alberto Negroni: Pacificaribbean A mural and public art project celebrating the resilience of nature
Mark di Suvero, History and Its Shadow
An exhibition of paintings and sculpture by the world renowned artist

Eric Jon Boyd. Deconstructed Freedom, Mixed media
Content(s): Revisiting the Vessel An exhibition of contemporary sculpture hosted in partnership with the Central Coast Sculptors Group

Live DJ, wine pouring and totally free!

SLOMA’s Second Saturdays program features art-making activities that complement the Museum’s current exhibitions. It’s completely free and open to the public.
When: the Second Saturday of every month, from 11 AM to 1 PM
Where: The lawn outside SLOMA’s Mission Plaza double doors
Who: Everyone is invited! Art activities can be enjoyed by all ages and experience levels
How Much: FREE!

CLU's Fifty and Better Fall 2021 Session: September 8-October 22

Registration is open and closes at 3pm on Friday, September 3.
In addition to our virtual format, we are excited to offer an in-person course during our Fall Session! We are piloting a HyFlex class format that will allow our in-person and virtual students to attend the same class simultaneously (see below for details).
Our FAB students’ safety is important to us and therefore, we are taking precautions to make the in-person class a safe and welcoming environment. In this environment, students will be able to enjoy face-to-face interactions with your faculty and classmates, and if you choose, you can grab coffee or a bite to eat after class. We want to make Cal Lutheran your new physical home for learning. For those not able to join us in person, we continue to be your virtual home for learning!

Virtual courses are $35 each

In-person course is $50 -FREE parking at the main campus -Large classroom with ample space meeting Cal/OSHA guidelines -Proof of vaccine is required (instructions coming soon) -We will continue to follow guidance from our county and state, as well as our own campus protocols. Currently, regardless of vaccination status, masks are required in indoor settings.


Can’t get to campus for an in-person course? No problem! Attend the course virtually instead (virtual offering is $35). Visit our website for details and course descriptions!

As part its current exhibition, Perceive Me, Studio Channel Islands Art Center (SCIART) will present an exclusive screening of Anis Film’s, ‘Quest for Beauty,’ in its Blackboard Gallery, at 2222 E. Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, on Sept. 3.

The film’s director Cris Saur will introduce the documentary at 7:30 p.m., followed by the screening at 8 p.m. and concluding with a Q & A with Saur.

Tickets are free to SCIART members; $15 for nonmembers. To become a member, or for more information, visit or call the gallery at 805-383-1368, or go to https://studiochannelislands.org/membership/.

Santa Barbara County Farm Day is back with in-person, open farm tours on Saturday, September 18.


This year's theme is "Meet The Hands That Feed You." Visitors can use a new online Farm Day Trail Map to build a custom itinerary to navigate between growers and curated tour routes throughout the Santa Maria Valley. The public will experience a day of agricultural activities, farm tours and giveaways, plus meet the local farmers who grow the food they eat.



Farm Day is free to attend. Tour hours are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.



Participating growers include Babé Farms, Bonipak Produce, Main Street Produce, Riverbench Vineyard & Winery (more to come). Santa Barbara County Farm Day is organized by the nonprofit Students for Eco-Education and Agriculture (SEEAG). SEEAG’s mission is to help children understand the farm origins of their food through classroom agricultural and nutrition education and free farm field trips.

For a list of participating farms, visit www.SantaBarbaraCountyFarmDay.com or call 805-901-0213.