Have you noticed animal tracks while hiking Ventura Botanical Gardens, 567 Poli St.? You're invited to explore the world of animal tracking with Wyatt Harris, President of Ventura Wildlife Trackers, which monitors animal tracks and signs to inform research and conservation planning efforts and promote public appreciation of the region’s unique natural diversity. This informational presentation on animal tracks will take place at Ventura Botanical Gardens this Saturday beginning at 9:30am. Free for VBG, $10 for non-members. Register here: https://secure.venturabotanicalgardens.com/np/clients/venturabotanical/eventRegistration.jsp?forwardedFromSecureDomain=1&event=115

Don't miss the first VC Art Market of the year this Saturday from 10am-3pm in Figueroa Plaza! Shop small, supporting local artists and artisans!  https://www.instagram.com/vcartmarket/

Vita Art Center, 28 W. Main St., invites you to a painting workshop inspired by Hilma af Klint’s abstract paintings on Saturday from 2-5pm. No experience necessary for this workshop, as you will be lead, step-by-step, through the creation of an original piece of art to take home! Learn more here.: https://www.vitaartcenter.com/current/2020/3/14/hilma-af-klint-painting-workshop

Join us at the Museum of Ventura County, 100 E. Main St., on Saturday from 2-4pm for the opening reception of 'Huelga! Photographs from the Frontlines' by Jorge Corralejo. This special two-location exhibit features Jorge Corralejo's photography from the 1970’s labor strikes, along with memorabilia from the collection of the longtime local activist and civic leader. Learn about his time with United Farm Workers, working alongside Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta from the Boston A & P strikes to the streets of Oxnard. Admission…

Art Reception with Duane Eells and James Petrucci on March 14, 6pm-8pm! See the artists’ incredible, colorful work, enjoy hors d’oeuvres and light refreshments, listen to live music, and meet the artists at Fox Fine Jewelry! Details: https://www.foxfinejewelry.com/pages/art-show-featuring-duane-eells--james-petrucci  

Don't miss the Richard Senate Ghost Talk and Tour at Bank of Books on Saturday, March 14th from 7 to 9 pm! Ventura's Mystery author: Erle Stanley Gardner. Hear a talk on how Gardner created Perry Mason and take a tour of his Ventura haunts. Fee: $6 per person

Sunday: 'Marin's Wave' Author Book Signing at Betty Belts Betty Belts, 12 N. Fir St., invites you to a book signing event in the Ocean Room Gallery on Sunday from 4-7pm featuring author Robb Havassy and his book 'Marin's Wave,' a story about girl and her adventures in the ocean with her family and wolf-dog Oso. See you there! https://www.bettybelts.com/

Get hands-on with certified holistic health coach Jenny Pandol and make your own kombucha at Spice-Topia (576 E. Main St.) on Thursday, March 19th! All supplies will be provided so you can to go home with your own kombucha brew (including SCOBY) Tickets are $50 and can be purchased in-store or at Spice-Topia.com. This workshop is capped at 8 attendees so grab a spot before they're gone!

Amelia Rychlik Author Book Signing at Bank of Books on Saturday, March 21 from 2-4pm!  

Jessica Brittani Author Book Signing and Demonstration at Bank of Books on Saturday, March 28 from 1-3pm. Jessica Brittani is the founder of Calm & Colorful. She has been teaching in different settings since 2008. She is certified as a Mindfulness Teacher, Social-Emotional Learning Facilitator, Children’s Life Coach, and Yoga Instructor. She has been extensively trained in mindfulness-based approaches and engages in a rigorous, ongoing process of training and supervision. Jessica offers 1x1 online sessions for children and families. She…

Start in the mountains, end at the beach! Starting in beautiful downtown Ojai California, the course begins at just over 700 feet, gradually descends to sea-level over 22 miles, and finishes near the historic downtown Ventura, California Pier. The course is lightning fast and is a USATF certified Boston Marathon Qualifier (CA16086RS). Space is limited so don’t wait and miss out. Registration is now open: https://mountains2beachmarathon.com/

Earth Day EcoFest returns to Downtown Ventura on Saturday, April 25th! Details to come soon!

Get Outside with the Cross Town Hikers Join Cross Town Hikers on Wednesday nights for a moderate-paced hike that includes views of Ventura from the Cross, a walk out to the end of the Pier, and a stroll along the Promenade back to the Museum. Four miles with an 800-foot elevation gain. Meet at 7pm sharp at the fountain across the street from the Mission. Join our Facebook group for up-to-date information.

Come enjoy stunning, colorful works by local artists Duane Eells and James Petrucci at Fox Fine Jewelry March 12 - May 10! Duane Eells started growing his passion for art when he just ten years old when his mother enrolled him in an oil painting class. Currently, his work of dancers captures the motion of their movement in stillness. James Petrucci works mainly in oil, creating abstract landscapes that are incredibly evocative through his brushstrokes and use of color. Petrucci…

Join us for an Art Reception with Galina Richardson and Sandy Treadwell at Fox Fine Jewelry on May 16, from 6pm-8pm. See the artists’ incredible, colorful work, enjoy hors d’oeuvres and light refreshments, listen to live music, and meet the artists at Fox Fine Jewelry!   Link: https://www.foxfinejewelry.com/pages/purely-portraits

Karaoke Every Thursday at The Saloon The Saloon, 456 E. Main St., invites you to karaoke every Thursday night beginning at 9pm until close!

Downtown Ventura Farmers' Market Don't miss the Downtown Ventura Farmers' Market every Saturday at the corner of Santa Clara & Palm Streets. This market is the original Ventura County certified farmers’ market and has been in operation since 1986! Over 45 California farmers and food vendors attend weekly and operate year round. Enjoy the freshest vine and tree ripened fruits and vegetables in addition to other fresh products such as herbs, honey, eggs, nuts, cheese, olive oil, jellies, artisan bakery products, ethnic foods, tasty hot…

  Enjoy bottomless mimosas, $5 any pint, $4 White Claw, $4 Bloody Marys, 1/2 off appetizers and Bombay Bar and Grill's new breakfast menu every Sunday. Watch your favorite team or enjoy the patio DJ beginning at 2pm. Bombay Bar and Grill is your Sunday Funday spot!  

Downtown Ventura Food Tour On this tour, guests will explore the bounty of gourmet food available in Downtown. You will also have the opportunity to meet and hear from some of our well-known local chefs and shop owners. Every Saturday and Sunday from 10:30am-2:30pm. Meet in front of the Bella Maggiore Inn, 67 S. California St. Click for tickets.

Discounted Movies at Century Downtown 10 Join Cinemark Movie Rewards today at Century Downtown 10, 555 E. Main St., where Movie Club members get one 2D movie ticket per month, 20% off concessions and waived online ticket fees.

  The Listening Room: Acoustic Music and Spoken Word Open Mic at Leashless Brewing Join us every Tuesday for Ventura’s quietest open mic where we create a community for artists who need to be heard and an audience that listens.  Sign up is at 6:30PM and performances start at 7pm!

Come enjoy stunning, lifelike works by local artists  Galina Richardson and Sandy Treadwell at Fox Fine Jewelry. Galina Richardson was born in Russia, where she worked as a translator. Now, she creates breathtaking portraits in oil, pastel, watercolor, and charcoal. Richardson captures human emotions in her portraits, their subtle expressions reflect the inner feelings while her use of soft colors demonstrate the femininity of the subjects. Born and raised in New York, Sandy Treadwell moved to Ojai to be closer to…