Events

Come join the Channel Islands Chamber Orchestra: An All Star Performance – CHICO’S World Music Gala – Music of the Orient

The World Music Gala will take place Friday March 1 at 7.30 p.m. at St. Mary Magdalene Church, 25 N. Las Posas Road, Camarlllo and Sunday March 3 at 3.00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 1338 East Santa Clara Street, Ventura.

One of Ventura’s most versatile personalities in the musical arena, Miriam Arichea, will be the piano soloist at the next concert of the Channel Islands Chamber Orchestra on March 1 and 3. Other unique pieces in the program include orchestral suites of Taiwanese folk music and the “Ode to King of Western Chu ,” a Double Erhu Concerto composed by contemporary Chinese, award-winning composer Bo-Chan Li. The Erhu instrument played with a bow, has an ability to convey both tender and somber tones and is classically employed to suggest the grand pageantry of Chinese history. Dr.Ming-Yen Lee and Dr. Dr. Hsin-Chih Lin, renowned Taiswanese Erhu masters will perform this work.

For more information call 805-320-8856 or email laura@mihalka.com or you can visit www.chicovc.org

$20 suggested donations

Public Tours for Individuals and Families:
Tours are given on last Friday of every month, from 3 to 4 pm, and on the second Wednesday of every month from 3:30pm to 4:30pm. Call at least 1 day in advance to get on the waiting lists; 22 people maximum on these tours.

Group Tours:
For 10-40 people, for elementary school through college, and civic & private groups. Tours are 1 hour long and can be arranged from Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m.-3:00p.m. For reservations, call at least 1 month in advance.

Self Guided Tours:
Individuals & small groups can also walk through the WFVZ museum without a tour.
Call at least 1 day in advance to make an appointment. The entry fee for Public Tours and Group Tours is $7 per person, Self Guided Tours $5 per person – Children 5 and under are Free, and WFVZ Members always get in for free!

To make an appointment, or for questions, please contact 805-388-9944 or email bookkeeper@wfvz.org

Step back in time and experience daily life on a sprawling California rancho at the turn of the last century. Docent-guided tours of the Camarillo family’s 1892 Queen Anne Victorian home provide access to all 15 rooms, including the family’s bedrooms and Adolfo’s study and ranch office (now an exhibit room with revolving displays). Admire the 12-foot ceilings and extensive interior woodwork as you wander the house. Items belonging to the Camarillo family, historical photographs, and period-appropriate furnishings bring to life the colorful stories shared by our knowledgeable docents. Don’t forget to step outside and take in lovely views of the front lawn and gardens from the home’s generous wraparound porch.

Historic Home Tours last between 45-60 minutes and include access to the first and second floors.

When: Saturday – Monday, between 12pm & 3pm

Where: 201 Camarillo Ranch Rd, Camarillo

For more information visit www.Camarilloranchfoundation.org

BOTWS: Brothers Of The Wednesday Situation

When: Saturday, March 2nd | 7:30pm-9:30pm

Where: 2465 Ventura Blvd, Camarillo

Abe Laboriel Sr – Bass
Walter Rodriguez – Drums
Marc Gasbarro – Keyboards
Buddy Nuanez – Guitar
Mateo Laboriel – Guitar

Admission: $25

This is a Tribute concert to fellow “Brother” Fank Zottolli who, unfortunatley, is suffering from ALS. The style is a mix of South American Jazz with world music influences and much of the music written by Abe and Frank. This is joyful and exhuberent music and a rare opportunity to hear what top studio musicians and composers do when left to their own devices…coming together just for the joy of creating!

For tickets or more information contact don@sessionsattthloft.com

Cantara Cellars is a local winery and tasting room producing a broad selection of award-winning red and white wines. Located in the in the heart of Ventura County, they’re just a short drive from where ever you are. Their winery specializes in producing wines made from grapes grown in the Lodi Appellation in Northern California. Each wine they make expresses both their passion for making fine wines, and their enjoyment of the distinctive flavors found in Lodi grapes.

Come join them in their CRAZY GREEK FOOD TRUCK event!

When: Friday, March 8th, 4pm-8pm

Where: 126 N. Wood Rd. #104, Camarillo

For more information visit www.CantaraCellars.com

Cantara Cellars is a local winery and tasting room producing a broad selection of award-winning red and white wines. Located in the in the heart of Ventura County, they’re just a short drive from where ever you are. Their winery specializes in producing wines made from grapes grown in the Lodi Appellation in Northern California. Each wine they make expresses both their passion for making fine wines, and their enjoyment of the distinctive flavors found in Lodi grapes.

Come join them in their Farm and Flame Food Truck/Concert in the Cellar event!

When: Saturday, March 9th, 3pm-8pm
Where: 126 N. Wood Rd. #104, Camarillo

For more information visit www.CantaraCellars.com

Come join Camarillo Old Town in their 4th annual BEER MARCH! A Fun event featuring delicious craft beers and live music at stops all around Camarillo Old Town!

When: March 10th, 2019

Time: 12-4 PM

12 PM Check-in is at: Studio Channel Islands Art Center
2222 Ventura Boulevard, Camarillo

Tickets are $35 per person, in advance
and $45 per person, day of event

BUY TICKETS HERE: http://bit.ly/2TA7WJ5
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RSVPs & Tickets are Required. Bring ID. This is a 21+ Event.
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Contact info@Camarillo-OldTown.com or 805-377-0324
for more information.

Camarillo Location

Come join the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & Institute for their lunch and tour!

As they go back in time with their spectacular exhibit, Pompeii: The Exhibition. Relive the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius and the rediscovery of Pompeii in this awe-inspiring exhibition. Featuring nearly 200 artifacts, hidden from view and forgotten for centuries until rediscovered over 250 years ago, Pompeii: The Exhibition includes frescoes, mosaics, gladiator helmets, armor, weapons, plates, furniture, jewelry, statues, and more. A 4-D eruption theater even allows visitors to experience the deathly impact Mount Vesuvius had on this ancient city.

$64.00 per person

Reservations are required and must be made by Friday, March 8 by 8:00 a.m.

For more information visit www.reaganfoundation.org

The Flamenco Sessions Tres!

When: Saturday, March 16th | 6:30pm-9:30pm

Where: 2423 & 2465 Ventura Blvd, Camarillo

The Wine Closet and Sessions at the Loft have teamed up with dancer Wendy Castellanos to host a night of Spanish Wines and Tapas, followed by an especially curated Flamenco music and dance show. This event will feature talented artists Gabriel Osuna on guitar and voice, Gerardo Morales on percussion, Mateo Amper on piano and Tiana Alvarez and Wendy Castellanos setting the stage on fire with their entrancing movements and heart wrenching expressions. These artists truly embody what it is to be Flamenco today. Grounded in tradition, while remaining fresh and inspired, this third installment of the Flamenco Sessions will feature the Latin Jazz side of Flamenco.

To purchase tickets or more information visit www.SessionsAtTheLoft.com

Where: Pleasant Valley Aquatic Center, 1030 Temple Ave, Camarillo, CA 93010
When: Saturday, February 23, 1-4pm

The Aquatic Center is currently closed for renovation. The Pleasant Valley Recreation & Park District is resurfacing the pool, reinforcing the slide and painting interior walls. Pending completion of construction, a grand re-opening event will be held with free recreational swim for all ages. For more information call (805) 482-1996 or visit www.pvrpd.org.