Aug 24, 2022 | Camarillo, Fillmore, Happenings, Moorpark, Nancy D. Lackey Shaffer, Newbury Park, Ojai, Oxnard, Piru, Port Hueneme, Santa Paula, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Ventura, Ventura County, Westlake Village | 0 |

THE THROW DOWN CORNHOLE FESTIVAL | Aug. 26-28. The nation’s, and the world’s, largest cash cornhole tournament returns to beautiful beachside Ventura. Sponsored by local favorite Spencer Makenzie’s seafood restaurant, this California-classic multi-day party will feature the coast’s best food, drinks, and live music, as well as DJs spinning great music throughout the tournament for players and spectators alike. For those who want to play cornhole just for fun, all festival attendees are invited to play for free on the open-to-the-public courts, in the midst of the excitement but without the high stakes.  Players can also join non-tournament cash blind draw games to try their luck.  A big hit with Throw Down enthusiasts is “Cornhole Trebuchet” where players buy tickets for the chance to launch giant bean bags 150 feet at an oversized cornhole board. Live music by Sunny Ledfurd, A.D.D., Rey Fresco, Mandex and Morie and the Heavy Hitters. Friday, Aug. 26, noon-10 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 27, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 28, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Tickets: $25-50; free for ages 12 and under. Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura, thethrowdowncornholetournament.com . 

Happenings includes community events, meetings, classes, community resources and needs. To submit an item for inclusion email to: happenings@vcreporter.com

IT TAKES TWO, BABY! PART 2 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Examine the reason two people band together and make music. The second lecture will look at duos of the 1970s-1990s: Hall and Oates, Simon and Garfunkel, The Eurythmics, Brooks and Dunn and more. Led by Tony Moon. $10, or bundle all August lectures for $60. www.callutheran.edu/centers/lifelong-learning/fifty-better/lecture-series.html . 

ART OF THE NORTHERN RENAISSANCE | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. via Zoom. Aimed at adults 50 and older, the  Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at CSUCI offers its members university-level courses without the distraction of grading, preparing for a career or meeting degree requirements. This art history class is taught by Katherine Zoraster. $60. Register at https://ext.csuci.edu/programs/professional-community-ed/osher-lifelong-learning-institute/catalog.htm . For more information, email olli@csuci.edu . 

COSMOLOGY, ASTRONOMY AND SPACE EXPLORATION | 1-3 p.m. via Zoom. Aimed at adults 50 and older, the  Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at CSUCI offers its members university-level courses without the distraction of grading, preparing for a career or meeting degree requirements. This class is taught by Jared Day. $60. $60. Register at https://ext.csuci.edu/programs/professional-community-ed/osher-lifelong-learning-institute/catalog.htm. For more information, email olli@csuci.edu. 

JACKBOX PARTY GAMES FOR TEENS | 4-5:30 p.m. Bring your own device and play Jackbox Party Games with other teens in the Young Adult Center. YA Library at the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org .

VENTURA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS EXPO | 4-6:30 p.m. Over 75 exhibitor booths of local businesses and restaurants will fill the ballroom at the Four Points Sheraton and display information, products and services for their business. This event is FREE and open to the public! Food, music, prizes, fun! Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort, 1050 Schooner Drive, venturachamber.com. 

MILITARY APPRECIATION MIXER | 5-6:30 p.m. Honor our military while enjoying food, beverages and networking with local leaders and business professionals. Free. Channel Islands Maritime Museum, 3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard, info@wvcba.org . 

DOCTOR STRANGE IN THE MULTIVERSE OF MADNESS | 5-7 p.m. Enjoy a free screening of this Marvel action adventure film starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Elizabeth Olsen and Benedict Wong. Community Room at the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org .

TIME CAPSULE | 7 p.m. In this independent film, a self-centered, cynical CEO returns to his childhood home to dig up a time capsule buried in his youth. Directed by Ventura resident Travis Greer, with assistant director Jessi May Stevenson, and filmed by Santa Paula’s House of Magic Founcation for the Arts. $20. Backstage at Santa Paula Theater Center, 125 S. Seventh St., Santa Paula, 805-525-4645, www.santapaulatheatercenter.org . 

CAMINATA GUIADA EN ESPAÑOL EN BIG ROCK PRESERVE / SPANISH GUIDED HIKE AT BIG ROCK PRESERVE | Saturday, Aug. 27, 9-11 a.m. Únase al personal de Ventura Land Trust en una caminata guiada en la reserva de Big Rock Preserve. Esta caminata de 90 minutos, cubrirá un circuito de 2 millas en Big Rock Preserve con paradas para aprender sobre los elementos naturales y culturales de la reserva. Se recomienda traer agua, protección solar y zapatos cerrados. Esta caminata es gratuita y abierta al público./Join Ventura Land Trust staff on a guided hike of Big Rock Preserve. This easy to moderate 90-minute hike will cover a 2-mile loop in Big Rock Preserve with stops to learn about natural and cultural elements of the preserve. Water, sun protection, and closed-toe footwear are recommended. This hike is free and open to the public. RSVP www.venturalandtrust.org/events. Pictured: Ventura River at Big Rock Preserve (from VLT website).

REFLECTIONS ON THE HERO | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at SCIART/Zoom and via Hy-flex. Aimed at adults 50 and older, the  Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at CSUCI offers its members university-level courses without the distraction of grading, preparing for a career or meeting degree requirements. This class is taught by Herbert Gooch. $60. Register at https://ext.csuci.edu/programs/professional-community-ed/osher-lifelong-learning-institute/catalog.htm . For more information, email olli@csuci.edu . 

CIVIC EDUCATION ON TRUMP AND AMERICAN HISTORY | 1-3 p.m. via Zoom. Aimed at adults 50 and older, the  Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at CSUCI offers its members university-level courses without the distraction of grading, preparing for a career or meeting degree requirements. This class is taught by Paul Macek. $60. Register at https://ext.csuci.edu/programs/professional-community-ed/osher-lifelong-learning-institute/catalog.htm . For more information, email olli@csuci.edu . 

A TOAST TO TENACITY | 6 p.m. The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was signed into law on Aug. 26, 1920, affirming for American women the right to VOTE! Join us as we honor the sacrifices of the Courageous Suffragists, and modern-day Sheros, like Carmen Ramirez. Gather on Women’s Equality Day to honor the work of the suffragists and all those trailblazers before us. Heritage Square Plaza, 715 S. A St., Oxnard, 805-814-3748, lucycartagena@mail.com .

VENTURA BEACH CLEANUP | 9-11 a.m. Bring your sun hats, water bottles and closed toed shoes to help Surfrider and the city of Ventura keep the beach clean. Buckets, grabbers and gloves will be provided. Volunteer waivers need to be signed in advance, but walk ups are welcome. Please check in on the Promenade at California Street next to the Crowne Plaza Hotel; look for the blue Surfrider tent. Details and waivers are online at ventura.surfrider.org/beach-cleanups/ . Email beachcleanups@ventura.surfrider.org with any questions. 

MAKE ’M SMILE | 11 a.m.-3p.m. National organizers of the Nathaniel’s Hope non-profit 501(c)(3) are supporting the local Ventura County and surrounding community in hosting the inaugural “Make ‘m Smile” festival, the premier party for VIP kids and adults with disabilities and their families at America’s Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College. In addition to the attractions at America’s Teaching Zoo, Make ‘m Smile SoCal will feature programs across the entire complex and provide fun family entertainment hosted by local sponsors and community resource exhibitors; characters including the Nathaniel mascot; stage entertainment; and food. The event is free for pre-registered VIP Kids and adults and their families. To register: https://nathanielshope.org/our-programs/make-m-smile/2022-socal/#VIP . America’s Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College, 7075 Campus Road, Moorpark.

KEN LUBAS GALLERY TALK | 1-3 p.m. Join us as we welcome photographer and artist Ken Lubas, who will discuss his work on display at the museum. Lubas’ work covers a variety of subjects including Chumash community members, whom he has worked with over the years. $7 adults, $5 children and seniors. Chumash Indian Museum, 3290 Lang Ranch Parkway, Thousand Oaks, 805-492-8076, www.chumashmuseum.org . 

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD | 2-4 p.m. Teen Advisory Board (TAB for short) is an engaging leadership group that develops programs and services. Earn service hours at our meetings, which are held every second and fourth Saturday of the month. Conference Room at the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org .

FIGURE SCULPTING WITH CERAMICS | 2-5 p.m. A three-day workshop where students will learn hand building techniques to create a human bust. The first two classes will be spent building and the final class will be for glazing. Taught by Thomas Weber. $135. Vita Art Center, 28 W. Main St., Ventura, 805-644-9214, www.vitaartcenter.com. 

AUTHOR TALK AT BART’S BOOKS | 6-7 p.m. Come hear award-winning SoCal author Francesca Lia Block talk about her newest novel, House of Hearts, in the outdoor courtyard. Bart’s Books, 302 W. Matilija St., Ojai, 805-646-3755, bartsbooksojai.com. 

CAN I KICK IT? | 6 p.m. Enjoy the cult classic Enter the Dragon screened and scored live with a blend of hip-hop, soul, funk and more by Shaolin Jazz. Cyphers, food trucks, snacks and more. Free and open to the public. Lion’s Park behind the Oxnard Performing Arts Center, 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard, 805-385-8147, www.oxnardperformingarts.com . 

MUSIC UNDER THE STARS | 7:30 p.m. Music Under the Stars returns to the Olivas Adobe Historical Park this summer with eight outdoor concerts! Our summer series closer returns to the Olivas Swamp! Grammy-nominated fiddler, dancer, vocalist and songwriter Lisa Haley and her Zydekats bring modern roots music far beyond the traditional genre. Prepare to catch “Zydecosis!” All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. and end at 9:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Attendees are welcome to bring their own picnic dinners. There will be a full beverage service and snacks available for purchase on site. No outside alcohol, additional chairs or tables allowed. If you would like to host a larger group, please contact Recreation Coordinator Gina Reyes at 805-658-4728. $20-30. Olivas Adobe Historical Park, 4200 Olivas Park Drive, Ventura, www.cityofventura.ca.gov/1738/Music-Under-the-Stars.

SEASIDE MOVIE NIGHT: PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: CURSE OF THE BLACK PEAR | 7:45 p.m. Experience the magic of cinema under the stars and by the sea! Grab blankets and (low-backed) chairs to watch an outdoor movie on the Ventura Harbor Village lawn. Come early for music, dining, shopping and stunning sunsets, as well as face painting, bird photos and tunes by DJ Morgan Alex. No alcohol or smoking. Ventura Harbor Village, 1583 Spinnaker Dr., Ventura, 805-477-0470, www.venturaharborvillage.com . 

TECHNOLOGY HELP | 2-4 p.m. Technology can be confusing, let us help! Stop by the second floor Tech Lab on Sundays for assistance with your tech questions. Tech Lab of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org. 

DAVE BERG: STORIES TO SHARE | 4 p.m. Join Dave Berg, author of Behind the Curtain, as he steps back in time to share the highlights of his career with Jay Leno and his tales learned at his Mother’s knee. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the buildings and gardens and a docent-led tour. Bring a blanket and picnic to enjoy in the garden as you immerse yourself in stories about a time gone by. $5 suggested donation. Rancho Camulos Museum, 5164 E. Telegraph Road (Highway 126), Fillmore, 805-521-1501, www.ranchocamulos.org . 

TIME CAPSULE | 7 p.m. In this independent film, a self-centered, cynical CEO returns to his childhood home to dig up a time capsule buried in his youth. Directed by Ventura resident Travis Greer, with assistant director Jessi May Stevenson, and filmed by Santa Paula’s House of Magic Founcation for the Arts. $20. Backstage at Santa Paula Theater Center, 125 S. Seventh St., Santa Paula, 805-525-4645, www.santapaulatheatercenter.org . 

BACK TO SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE | 3-5 p.m. Get a head start on the school year with our Back to School Open House. Tour the Children’s Area and learn about resources the library has to help your child succeed in school. Children’s Library of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org . 

TAKE AND MAKE FOR TEENS | 4-5:30 p.m. Pick up a take and make kit at the Young Adult Desk. This kit contains materials to create a Welcome Back to School card that you can give to a school staff member to show your appreciation. YA Library of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org . 

WATERCOLORS AND WINE ART CLASS | Saturday, Aug. 27, 4-6 p.m. Local artist and creative Christine May Brand (whose work is featured at BlueFin Gifts) will be leading a watercolors class on the patio of the Channel Islands Maritime Museum. Explore several fun watercolor techniques and learn the basics while discovering your own painting style and inspiration from jellyfish! Prior watercolor experience is not necessary to enjoy this workshop. Tickets are $65 per person and include (1) glass of wine and snacks. All supplies are provided. Space is limited. Ticket proceeds support CIMM art and education programs. Please note: You must be at least 21 years of age to join the class. Channel Islands Maritime Museum, 3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard, 805-984-6260, www.cimmvc.org/event-details/watercolors-and-wine.

BACK TO SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE | 3-5 p.m. Get a head start on the school year with our Back to School Open House. Tour the Children’s Area and learn about resources the library has to help your child succeed in school. Children’s Library of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org . 

RECEPTION FOR CHANCELLOR MACLENNAN | 3:30-5 p.m. Ventura County Community College District Board of Trustees invites the community to a welcome reception for Dr. Rick MacLennan, recently appointed as the new VCCCD chancellor. Please RSVP by Aug. 25. District Administrative Center, Dr. Thomas G. Lakin Boardroom, 761 E. Daily Dr., Suite 200, Camarillo, 805-652-5504, www.vcccd.edu/events/chancellors-welcome-reception . 

TEEN CRAFTERNOON: ANIME CHARACTER NOTEBOOK | 4-5 p.m. Create a custom notebook cover to show off your favorite anime character. YA Library of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org . 

PLEASANT VALLEY RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT PUBLIC INPUT MEETING | 6-7 p.m. This public meeting is meant to gather feedback from the entire community on our current fee structure and new recovery policy for programs, rentals, facilities, and events. This is an open meeting, no RSVP is required, however, we strongly suggest letting us know if you plan on attending so we can make sure we have enough space to accommodate everyone. Pleasant Valley Community Center, 1605 E. Burnley St., Camarillo, www.pvrpd.org/2022-08-30-public-input-meeting-fee-cost-recovery-policy-study . 

BOARD GAME HANG | 4-5:30 p.m. Play a wide array of board games after school every Wednesday in the Young Adult Center. YA Library of the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org .

CONVENE AND CONNECT WITH COMMUNITY RETREAT | Sept. 1-4. As the world begins to introduce itself to a post-pandemic world, the Deborah King Center is incredibly excited to present its first in-person retreat post-pandemic. We are gathering with community in the spiritual vortex of Ojai, California and want to see you there! Take advantage of a powerful spiritual four-day celebration gathering transformative knowledge, connecting with community, and uncovering your most powerful, transcendent self in the potent spiritual vortex of Ojai. $1,500 single occupancy, $2,775 double occupancy; includes workshop, room and board. deborahking.com/events/convene-and-connect-with-community-retreat/ . 

CHAIR YOGA | 3-4 p.m. Take a moment to stretch! Instructor Lisa Clements Feeney will teach chair yoga suitable for everyone. No experience needed. Sponsored by the Friends of the Camarillo Library. Community Room at the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org .

JACKBOX PARTY GAMES FOR TEENS | 4-5:30 p.m. Bring your own device and play Jackbox Party Games with other teens in the Young Adult Center. YA Library at the Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org .

BACKPACKS FOR BBBS VENTURA COUNTY | Through Aug. 27. PODS has partnered with Cumulus Media and Big Brothers Big Sisters to gather over 200 backpacks and extra Tools for Schools for children in Ventura County who need them most. Donations of new backpacks can be made at any time before Aug. 27 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County, 555 Airport Way, Suite D., Camarillo. Alternatively, you can visit www.khay.com/backpacks-for-big-brothers-big-sisters-2/ to donate. 

LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH | Through Sept. 30. September is Library Card Sign-up Month. Do you know all the benefits of having a library card? Teens can play bingo to find out! Or travel throughout the library with your library passport and discover new adventures with your library card. Visit the second floor Reference Desk to pick up your passport. Return your completed passport by September 30 for a chance to win a prize. Camarillo Public Library, 4101 Las Posas Road, Camarillo, 805-388-5222, camarillolibrary.org .

STARGAZING AT TAFT | Thursday, Sept. 1, 6-10 p.m. Taft Gardens invites you to explore the night sky with visiting artist and astronomy enthusiast Russell Crotty, along with assistance from his wife Laura Gruenther. Russell will begin with a little background on astronomy and the basics of night sky observing, then describe the celestial objects as we view them. We encourage you to bring warm clothes, a flashlight, binoculars, if you have them. This event is open to 12 years and older. Chairs will be provided. $35. 805-649-2333, taft-gardens-and-nature-preserve.networkforgood.com/events/46831-stargazing-night-at-taft-gardens. PIctured: Russell Crotty with the Celestron.

BEACH CITIES NEIGHBORS AND NEWCOMERS | Wednesday, Sept. 7, 9:30 a.m. The social organization for women from Ventura, Oxnard and Port Hueneme will have its monthly coffee meeting at the Ventura Yacht Club. The speaker will be a representative from County Animal Services. Nonmembers are welcome to attend to see if they would like to join. There are dozens of activity groups from theater going, wine tasting, games and sports, day trips and whatever is of interest to members. 1755 Spinnaker Dr., Ventura. See www. bcnnwomensgroup.com for more information.

DEPRESSION AND BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE MEETING | Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. This Ventura-based peer support group for those experiencing depression and bipolar disorder will resume its free weekly meetings at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Ventura. Enter by way of the main door. Please bring your own N95 mask. For more information, contact Wendell Jones at 805-640-6472, wenj16630@sbcglobal.net or DBSAlliance.org. 5654 Ralston St., Ventura.

FAMILY STORYTIME | Mondays, 4 p.m. Every Monday the South Oxnard Library hosts an all-ages storytime with Miss Joanne in the Children’s Area. South Oxnard Branch Library, 4300 Saviers Road, Oxnard, 805-385-8129, www.oxnard.org/library/south-oxnard-branch-library/ . 

HOPE AND HELP FOR OVEREATERS | Saturdays, 10-11 a.m. Is your eating out of control? Are you feeling fat? Overeaters Anonymous can help. 133 S. Laurel St., Ventura (building next to the church). For more information call Amy at 805-340-5882. Donations only.  

PIRATE SHIP AT VENTURA HARBOR | Through Sept. 5. A stunning 1768 pirate ship replica, The Devil’s Gauntlet, has sailed to town and has plans to temporarily call Ventura Harbor Village home for a good portion of the summer! Visitors can see the beautiful ship docked at “D Dock” (located on the water nearest Coastal Cone Ice Cream). The captain hopes to get dockside tours up and running soon, but for now you can admire the boat from the public promenade above the ship. As the ship may come and go for trips to nearby ports, sightings cannot be guaranteed. But for more information, including notification of upcoming tours, visit www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/pirate-ship-visit/2022-06-26/ .

SOUND MEDITATION | Through Aug. 28. Morning and sunset sound meditation sessions will take place weekly in person at the Viewpoint at Meditation Mount. Sunday morning sessions 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with Suburbanoid. Friday evening sessions 6:15-8:15 p.m. with Trinity of Sound. $25; registration is required. For exact dates and times, visit meditationmount.org/events .

SUNSET YOGA AND SOUND MEDITATION | Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m., through Aug. 25. Connect with your mind, heart and body in a picturesque outdoor garden setting overlooking the beautiful Ojai Valley. Please bring your own yoga mat and props, and a blanket (optional) for closing meditation, which will be accompanied by crystal singing bowls. $20; registration is required. For exact dates and times, visit meditationmount.org/events . 

Some classes, exhibits and events are available exclusively online. All events are subject to change and cancellation; always verify with venue and/or organizer.

~No Opening Theater this week~

MUSEUM OF VENTURA COUNTY Aug. 27-Oct. 2:This exhibit features 24 works by California plein air artist Jeff Sojka, inspired by passages from the novel Tree by Melina Semlill Watts. Opening reception on Saturday, Aug. 27, 3-5 p.m. Through Aug. 31, 2023: All That Glitters Is Not Gold, the Jazz Age in Ventura County; and Chromatic: The Museum in Six Colors. Through Dec. 31, 2023: Always Keep Creating: The Resiliency of Carol Rosenak. Through Feb. 28, 2023: : Behind the Curtain: An Insider’s Look at The George Stuart Historical Figures®. Ongoing: MVC Gallery Marketplace, exhibits devoted to the Chumash, the history of Ventura County, online exhibits and resources and more. 100 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-653-0323 or venturamuseum.org .

DAB ART Ongoing. The contemporary art organization is currently seeking submissions of work in any media for group and solo exhibitions at H Gallery and Studios in Ventura. Submit three to 20 images; $35 entry fee. For submission guidelines, online application and more information, visit www.dabart.me/ventura-2 .

JUST THE TICKET Through Sept. 4. The eccentric but lonely Susan plans a vacation in Australia to celebrate her 60th birthday. $20. Ojai ACT, 113 S. Montgomery St., Ojai, 805-640-8797, ojaiact.org .

There’s still time to take advantage of the Santa Paula Art Museum’s 12th Annual Fine Art Auction Fundraiser, featuring 20 stunning works of art. Bidding closes Saturday, Aug. 27, at 4 p.m. Pictured: “Carmel Valley” by Cornelis Botke, oil on board, 9.25 x 12 inches.

THE SPEAKEASY PROJECT: AREA 22 Through Aug. 28. Fractured Actors Theater Company returns to Sweet Jay’s Museum of Oddities to present four one-act plays about heartbreak, traveling and beings from out of this world . . . all set in the American Southwest and scored by a live band. $18-24. Suite J Theater at the Liminal Church of Ventura, 1956 Palma Drive, Suite J, Ventura, 805-628-2830, fracturedactors.com.

VENTURA COUNTY POETRY PROJECT Thursday, Aug. 25, 6:30 p.m. live and via Zoom. Poetry reading and open mic at the EP Foster Library (also streamed live), 651 E. Main St., Ventura. More information at vcpoetryproject.org .  

AGRICULTURE MUSEUM Opened June 16: Save the Pollinators: A Youth-Led Environmental Restoration Project. Ongoing: Farm to Market , an interactive exhibit promoting healthy lifestyles through role play; plus antique tractors, farming implements, a living beehive and more. Hours: Thursdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 926 Railroad Ave., Santa Paula, 805-525-3100, venturamuseum.org/visit-agriculture-museum/ .

BEATRICE WOOD CENTER FOR THE ARTS Through Sept. 4. The Cutting Edge: Selections from the Lipton Collection of Contemporary Wood Art (Beato Gallery). 8585 Ojai-Santa Paula Road, Upper Ojai, 805-646-3381, www.beatricewood.com .

BUENAVENTURA ART ASSOCIATION Through Oct. 1. Life Cycle , tapping into the flow of life with Tamiko Jordan, Michelle Nosco and Bonnie Quan. Reception on Friday, Sept. 2, 6-9 p.m. Studio 99, Bell Arts Factory, 432 N. Ventura Ave., Ventura, 805-648-1235, buenaventuraartassociation.org .

CAMARILLO ART CENTER Through Aug. 28. A Body of Work, featuring art by local artists from Ventura County. 3150 Ponderosa Drive, Camarillo, 805-407-0605, www.camarilloartcenter.org .

CANVAS AND PAPER Through Sept. 15. Works by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, Gustave Courbet and Jean-Francois Millet. 311 N. Montgomery St., Ojai, www.canvasandpaper.org .

CHANNEL ISLANDS MARITIME MUSEUM  Through Fall 2022: Chouinard Arts, a nine-piece collection featuring pieces of maritime art from the 1930s, including early works by Arthur Beaumont and Millard Sheets. Ongoing: Maritime art covering Asian, European and American seafaring history; the Marple Model Ship Collection; exhibits on whales, sailors and the Port of Hueneme and more. 3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard, 805-984-6260, cimmvc.org .

DUDLEY HOUSE HISTORIC MUSEUM Ongoing. The National Historic Landmark was built in 1892 by Selwyn Shaw for lima bean farmer B.W. Dudley, and is one of the last pioneer farmhouses in Ventura. On display are artifacts and other elements showcasing aspects of life from 1895 to 1925. Open for tours the first Sunday of the month. COVID protocols will be strictly followed. 197 N. Ashwood Ave., Ventura, 805-642-3345, dudleyhouse.org .

FOX FINE JEWELRY Through Nov. 6. Day of the Dead, featuring work by Tricia Anders and Checkos (Sergio Martinez de Jesús) inspired by Día de los Muertos. 560 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-652-1800, www.foxfinejewelry.com . 

H GALLERY Through Oct. 16. Art in the Time of Corona, Vol. 2 (Year 2), work inspired by or made during the pandemic. 1793 E. Main St., Ventura, www.dabart.me/in-the-service-of-civilization .  

HARBOR VILLAGE GALLERY AND GIFTS Ongoing. Buenaventura Art Association members showcase and sell their work. Masks and social distancing required. 1559 Spinnaker Drive #106, Ventura Harbor Village, 805-644-2750, www.facebook.com/HarborVillageGalleryGifts .

HILLCREST CENTER FOR THE ARTS Through Sept. 12. Arts Council of the Conejo Valley Summer Open Show Art Competition, featuring works in a variety of media. 403 W. Hillcrest Dr., Thousand Oaks, www.conejoarts.org .

A new set of works by members of the Buenaventura Art Association are currently on exhibit at SpiceTopia in Downtown Ventura. Pictured: “El Cap & Horsetail” by Imre Rabel

KWAN FONG GALLERY Through Oct. 13. On the Range: Works by Terry Spehar-Fahey, featuring art inspired by the ranching families of Idaho. California Lutheran University, 160 Overton Court, Thousand Oaks, 805-493-3697, blogs.callutheran.edu/kwanfong .

MULLIN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM Ongoing. The famed auto museum pays tribute to French automotive design, with coaches from the 1800s, Bugattis from the 1920s-30s, Concours d’Elegance winners and more. Hours: Friday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; advance tickets required. 1421 Emerson Ave., Oxnard, 805-385-5400, mullinautomotivemuseum.com .

MURPHY AUTO MUSEUM Ongoing. Impressive display of vintage automobiles and Americana, as well as the Gold Coast Modular Railroad Club and the car-centric art in the Fireball Art Gallery. Muscles and Mojo car show in the parking lot every first and third Sunday of the month. The museum is now open Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 1930 Eastman Ave., Oxnard, 805-487-4333, www.murphyautomuseum.org .

OJAI ART CENTER Through Aug. 30.  Works by Bert Collins, Jannene Behl, Richard Franklin and Ruth Levy. 113 S. Montgomery St., Ojai, 805-646-0117, www.ojaiartcenter.org/art.html .

OJAI LIBRARY Through Aug. 31. Works by students of Meiners Oaks and Topa Topa Elementary who participated in the Learning to See Outreach program offered by Focus on the Masters. 111 E. Ojai Ave., Ojai, focusonthemasters.com .  

OJAI VALLEY MUSEUM Opened July 29: Perception and Persistence, works by Ojai Studio Artists that explore the push/pull of thinking. Ongoing: Small exhibitions on a range of topics related to the history of the Ojai Valley, as well as virtual talks and more. Now open Friday-Sunday. The museum is once again offering 90-minute walking tours at 10:30 am every Saturday. 130 W. Ojai Ave., Ojai, 805-640-1390, www.ojaivalleymuseum.org .

OLIVAS ADOBE HISTORIC PARK Ongoing. The Olivas Adobe is now open the second Sunday of each month for visitors, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The historic park invites all plein air artists to come out to the site for creative inspiration, from the rose garden and 160-year-old fuchsia to the rancho and the bell tower. In addition, Laura Jean Jespersen’s The Romance of the Adobe will be on exhibit in the small adobe. There will be raffles, historic interpreters, an al fresco gift shop and more. 4200 Olivas Park Drive, Ventura, www.cityofventura.ca.gov/OlivasAdobe .

POPPIES ART AND GIFTS Ongoing. Gifts, jewelry, decor and more made by local artists. 323 E. Matilija St., Ojai, 805-798-0033, www.poppiesartandgifts.com .

RANCHO CAMULOS MUSEUM Ongoing. The 40-acre landmark and museum is one of the best surviving examples of an early California rancho and honors the area’s Spanish and Mexican heritage. “Last Sundays at the Landmark” take place the last Sunday of every month, and include docent-led tours, music and more. Open every Sunday for docent-led tours; group and special-focus tours by appointment. Situated off of Highway 126, two miles east of Piru. 805-521-1501, www.ranchocamulos.org .

Ojai Art Center hosts works by Bert Collins (pictured), Jannene Behl, Richard Franklin and Ruth Levy through Aug. 30.

realART Ongoing. The art gallery in Whizin Market Square features works by a variety of contemporary artists. Whizin Market Square, 28861 Agoura Road, Agoura Hills, 310-452-4000, buyrealart.com .

RONALD REAGAN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM Through Oct. 9: The Secrets of WWII. Ongoing: Permanent exhibits include Air Force One, an F-117 Nighthawk stealth fighter, an M-1 Abrams tank and more. 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, 800-410-8354, www.reaganfoundation.org .

SANDRA AND JORDAN LABY GALLERY Opened July 21. An Historical Eye, oil paintings, dye sublimations and gold-leaf prints from renowned artists Michael O’Kelly, to be displayed on the newly created arts space downstairs at the Rubicon Theatre Company. 1006 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-667-2900, www.rubicontheatre.org . 

SANTA PAULA ART MUSEUM Through Aug. 27: 12th Annual Fine Art Auction Fundraiser, featuring 20 works of art by both contemporary and historic artists. Proceeds benefit the museum and its programs. Through Nov. 6: Hiroko Yoshimoto: New Works, 40 new works in her “Biodiversity” series. Through Sept. 11: Geomorphic: The Living Earth, 42 abstract paintings inspired by nature by Kay Zetlmaier. The museum is now open, Wednesdays-Sundays. 117 N. 10th St., Santa Paula, 805-525-5554 or www.santapaulaartmuseum.org . 

SPICETOPIA Ongoing. The spice and tea shop in downtown Ventura now shows works by members of the Buenaventura Art Association. 576 E. Main St., 805-628-3267, www.spice-topia.com .

STUDIO CHANNEL ISLANDS Through Sept. 24. The Next Big Thing, breakthrough pieces and works that take an artist to the next evolution. 2222 E. Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, 805-383-1368, studiochannelislands.org. 

UBS WESTLAKE VILLAGE Through Aug. 30. No Boundaries, featuring works by Shari Alec, Maxee, Raj Naik, Bob Privitt, Geri Schonberg and Connie Tunick. 3011 Townsgate Road, Third Floor, Westlake Village, www.conejoarts.org .

VENTURA POTTERY GALLERY Ongoing. Talented ceramic artists from across Ventura County make up the Ventura County Potters Guild, and they display their works — housewares, home decor, figurines and more — at the guild’s gallery and shop in Ventura Harbor. 1567 Spinnaker Drive, Suite 105, Ventura, 805- 644-6800, venturapottersguild.org/gallery .

VITA ART CENTER Through Aug. 27. Abstract 2+2, featuring Philip Argent, Robin Mitchell, Philip Vaughan and Jennifer Wolf; and Scott Taylor’s Dart Board Series. 28 W. Main St., Ventura, 805-644-9214, www.vitaartcenter.com . 

WILLIAM ROLLAND GALLERY Through Oct. 27. Cole M. James: Call Them In, images and objects offered to the artist’s ancestors which “are grounded in expression of power, the personal, and the prison industrial complex.” California Lutheran University, 160 Overton Court, Thousand Oaks, 805-493-3697, rollandgallery.callutheran.edu. 

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