Food Share is taking over Figueroa Plaza AND parts of Main St. to build the most trees ever, and we need your help! Please visit www.foodshare.com/cantree to see the different registration options, tree building instructions, and awards information. FULL event information will be emailed to you along with confirmation of your selected build day and time no later than December 1st. Thank you for participating in CAN-tree 2021!

Enjoy live music at Winchesters Grill & Saloon Dec. 9-12: Thurs. 12-9 - 5:30-8:30 pm: Brandon Regan (Contemporary Sexy Jazz Sax) Fri. 12-10 - 7-10 pm: Jon Gindick (Blues) Sun. 12-12 - 2-5 pm: CRV (Outlaw Country Rock)

The Social Event Of The Year is BACK! The Ventura Winter Wine Walk & Holiday Street Fair will once again return to beautiful Ventura on Saturday, December 11, 2021! The Most Magical day in Ventura will kick off with the FREE Street Fair from 12pm-8pm in Downtown Ventura from the Museum of Ventura County through the 600 block of Main Street with vendors and live entertainment. Shop artists, crafters, non-profit organizations, commercial and food vendors. The street fair and entertainment…

Holiday Blues with Doc Ventura Saturday, December 11 at 7:00pm - $20 Join us for the 4th Annual edition of our year end variety show hosted by Doc Ventura. The theme is Holiday Blues, but the show will feature many genres of music along with  talent, songs, guests, celebration and surprises. Same weekend as Ventura Wine Walk so come downtown and make a full day of it!

Tahitian Dance with Kayla Chey Monday December 13 5:30pm to 7:00pm O’tea Workshop -  $25 NAMBA is proud to offer this Tahitian Dance workshop taught by Kayla Ancheta Chey, founder of international competing group Te Varua Or. Call Kayla directly to sign up! 714.727.5066.

Enjoy live music at Winchesters Grill & Saloon Thurs. 12-16 - 5:30-8:30 pm : Saint Pierre (MAAFY fundraiser) Fri.  12-17 - 7-10 pm: Doc Ventura (Bluesy Christmas show) Sun. 12-19 - 2-5 pm: Meg & Alex (Amazing Teenage Super Duo)

The Listening Room Redux Open Mic and Showcase Hosted by Henry Stewart Thursday, December 16 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm Donations encouraged ‘Announcing an evening of acoustic open-mic musical entertainment hosted by Henry Stewart and featuring a set by local songwriter Kris Simeon! Our primary focus is to give voice to local talent in an environment that promotes a "shut up and listen" ethic. Sign-ups for the open mic will start at 6:30pm with first performer at 7:00pm. #krissimeonmusic will close…

Robert Hanley Author Signing “Do You See What I See? Discovering the Obvious” Sat. Dec. 18th 1-3pm Bank of Books 748 E. Main St. Ventura, CA 93001 (805) 643-3154 About the Book THIS BOOK IS ABOUT finding a better, more meaningful life. Robert Hanley has an insightful way of looking at the world—finding deeper meaning in everyday events that seem to float past the observations of most people. His unique perception has helped make his life better, bringing him greater…

Enjoy live music at Winchesters Grill & Saloon Dec. 23-26 Thurs. 12-23 - 5:30-8:30 pm: Big Adventure Rockin’ Trio Fri-Sat. 12-24 & 25: Closed Merry Christmas! Sun. 12-26 - 2-5 pm: Freddy Castro & Friends (Old Skool Funk and R&B)

Enjoy live music this week & weekend at Winchesters Grill & Saloon: Thurs. Dec. 30 - 5:30-8:30 pm: Milo Sledge (Blues) Fri Dec. 31 - 9pm-12:30 am: NYE Dance Party with Jayden Secor Band (Classic Rock) 9pm-12:30am Sat. Jan. 1 - 2-5 pm: The Swillys (Special show 2-5pm) Sun. Jan. 2 - 2-5 pm: The Tossers (Brit Rock)

Don't miss Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach's New Year's Eve Celebration! The Crown Plaza Ventura Beach welcomes you to spend your NYE with them at Club 12! Dance the night away with ocean views from our 12th floor ballroom and live 80s and 90s classics provided by Dance Invasion! NYE Packages include: Deluxe Package - $1,099 Two night stay for two on 12/30 & 12/31 Two tickets to Dinner & Party Dinner & Open Bar Starting at 8pm New Year's Day…

Ventura Coast Brewing Company, 76 S. Oak St., is bringing in the new year with 9 one-off beers this Friday and Saturday. Bring your family and friends to start 2022 off with a creative and fun craft beer experience!  

Limón y Sal invites you to ring in the New Year. Doors open at 8pm. Get your tickets at www.limonysalventura.com this is an event that you don’t want to miss. Drink responsibly.

Get an introduction into traditional and modern techniques of oil painting in this six-day program. The class will include a small color study and a large final painting of a Landscape scene. Lectures, demos and individual feedback will be provided throughout the class. With an emphasis on process, students will learn how to plan, prep and complete a landscape painting in oil. Materials - It is recommended to purchase all products online from dickblick.com for best quality. Session 1: Thursdays,…

This is the perfect class for beginners and intermediate level students who would like to learn or perfect their skills on the potter’s wheel. 2 hours studio time per week and materials included. Mondays, Jan. 10 thru Mar. 14, 2022 Time: 10:00-12:30 Fees: $350. per 10 class session Instructor: Wyn Matthews Classes are limited to 7 students

See Guy & Dave perform at Winchesters Grill & Saloon on Friday, Jan. 14 from 7-10 pm.

Mixed Media & Collage - One Day Workshop at Vita Art Center Mixed media incorporates paint, drawing, printing and collage. It can be overwhelming! A question that is often asked in my classes is: “How do I put all of these enticing materials together?” In this workshop, you will be taken step by step through my tried and true process leaving you feeling inspired and confident. Making art can be a lonely and courageous endeavor. It can sometimes feel like…

Kenneth R. Strange Jr. Author Signing “It’s Your Camino” Sat. Jan 15th 1-3 pm Bank of Books 748 E. Main St. Ventura, CA 93001 (805) 643-3154 About the Book It is not a journey for the faint of heart or soft of foot.  People embark on the five-hundred-mile, thirty-one day trek from the Pyrenees Mountains in France to the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Spain for all sorts of reasons--religious, spiritual, physical and personal.  For author Kenneth R. Strange…

See the artist's incredible work of the local landscape, enjoy hors d’oeuvres and light refreshments, and meet the artist!

Watch a performance by CRV at Winchesters Grill & Saloon on Sunday, Jan. 16 from 2-5 pm!