Enjoy music at Winchesters! Friday and Saturday shows from 8:30 to 11:30pm Sunday shows 2:30 to 5:30pm   Sat. 9-1:  The Tossers Sin. 9-2:  Sam Kulchin of The Caverns   Fri. 9-7:  Two’s Company Sat. 9-8:  The 805 All Stars Sun. 9-9:  Acoustic Crossroads with Crooked Eye Tommy   Fri. 9-14:  Epitome of Dreams Sat. 9-15:  Aaron Pax Taylor Sun. 9-16:  Hot Cuppa Three   Fri. 9-21: Brandi Loves Danny Sat. 9-22: Ventucky String Band Sun. 9-23: Déjà vu Too…

The Downtown Ventura Farmer's Market has local fresh fruits, vegetables, bakery items, eggs, nuts, honey, potted plants, cut flowers....and MORE! Come pick from the local healthy harvest any Saturday from 8:30am-noon on the corner of E. Santa Clara and Palm.

Family Coloring at E.P. Foster Library Saturdays @ 10:30am – 12pm Saturday Family Coloring Fun!

Spanish Conversation Group at E.P. Foster Library Saturdays @ 10:30am in the Rentfrow Room Are you learning Spanish but need some practice speaking? Join this informal group to chat and practice your Español! Bring your own coffee!  

Chess Around the Corner at E.P. Foster Library Saturdays @ 11am-4pm Calling all chess players! Keep your skills sharp with this one-hour, drop-in session of free play. Boards will be set up and ready to go. Bring your best moves!

Paws for Reading at E.P. Foster Library Saturdays @ 12-1pm Read aloud to a registered service dog. (sign-up required)

Join us at Vintura Tasting Room for SOMM SUNDAYS- featuring their award-winning Sommeliers, Kristen Shubert & Lisa Stoll, who placed first in the US Wine -Tasting Competition!  Follow them as they compete in France, representing the USA! They offer 50% off selected wines every Sunday, with guidance from a Sommelier. Vintura has a “no-judgment zone” where wine lovers of all levels can enjoy a glass, and learn more. Music every spectacular SOMM Sunday afternoon from 3:00-6:00pm

Monday Craft Madness at E.P. Foster Library Mondays @ 10am-6pm Drop-in craft table!

Join Vic Thasiah, California Naturalist and co-founder of the Runners for Public Lands project, to learn about the newly formed  Runners for Public Lands (RPL) nonprofit organization. Runners for Public Lands is dedicated to building relationships between runners and local land conservation organizations to deepen runners’ connections to, and encourage stewardship of, the open spaces through which they run. An avid trail runner, Vic Thasiah is a member of the Ventura Running Club and also is the chair of the religion department at California Lutheran…

Early Literacy Class at E.P. Foster Library Tuesdays & Wednesdays @ 10:30am A great way to introduce your child to early literacy and the library. Join us every week for stories, poems, music, movement, a simple craft, and fun!

Lego Play at E.P. Foster Library Tuesdays @ 3pm & Saturdays @ 10:30am Build, Learn, and Play! Bring your imagination and experiment with creative designs. Children of all ages welcome!

Library LAB Come by the library on Wednesday evenings to learn more about our 3D printer and laser cutter—or to use them yourself! Ask the library staff about what you need to bring to print or engrave an item of your own, or just drop in to see what we’re up to in our library makerspace.

Open Mic Night 7:30-9pm - Thursdays On these Thursday nights, come join this group of writers as they meet in the Topping Room to present their work.

TAG Teen Advisory Group at E.P. Foster Library 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month! Now is the time to join TAG, if you want to share ideas, meet new people and have a great time shaping the library teen program.

Ukulele Jam Session at E.P. Foster Library Mondays @ 7-10pm Locals gather to play the ukulele on the first and third Monday of the month.

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Ventura County is hosting a mental health walk to raise awareness to help change perceptions about mental illness. Join the movement on Saturday, October 13, 2018. Meet at the San Buenaventura State Beach Parking Lot (pier lot). Register and donate today: NamiWalks.org/VenturaCounty  

Seaside Highland Games When: October 13 & 14, 2018 Where: Ventura County Fairgrounds IF YOU LOVE SCOTTISH & CELTIC MUSIC, THEN YOU NEED TO BE AT SEASIDE THIS YEAR! OUR LINE-UP INCLUDES: The Browne Sisters & George Cavanaugh The Angry Brians Gillie Dhu Hidden Fifth The Ploughboys Sligo Rags Three for Joy Don't Miss Out! Advance Tickets Now Available: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3576737

Lexus Ventura Marathon Saturday, October 20 - Sunday, October 21 8AM - 1PM Downhill point-to-point marathon and half marathon course, finishing in downtown Ventura. Qualify for Boston or grab a PR at the fast and scenic Lexus Ventura Marathon. It's a Party in the Park, great for everyone to experience! Distances include Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, Mile, and Kids Run. Racer perks include Belgian Waffle breakfast, Sierra Nevada beer, free race day photos, and much more! Prices range from $20…

Adult STEAM Workshop Saturday @2-3pm -- 3rd Saturday of the month Do you want to learn about what's new in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM)? Each month a  different themed program will be presented. See you in the Makerspace!

Art Show with Susan Colla and Siyooj Maroly Dates: November 15 - January 11 Website: http://www.foxfinejewelry.com/pages/black-and-white Description:  Come enjoy stunning, black and white works by local artists Susan Colla and Siyooj Maroly at Fox Fine Jewelry. Ticket info: Free Admission

What is Arts & Eats? ART: Galleries and shops with Artist Receptions EATS: Shops and restaurants offering free appetizers DOWNTOWN VENTURA : All within a few blocks Take a walking tour of downtown Ventura, feasting on lots of art and lots of eats. Look for the orange and blue balloons, and signs in the window. A list of participating venues can be found at this link. Dates: 3/17, 5/19, 7/21, 9/15, 11/17 Time: 6-8pm Cost: Free Admission Links: http://www.foxfinejewelry.com/pages/arts-eats