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Ventura Music Festival Artistic Director Nuvi Mehta Interviews Gediminas Gelgotas, Founding Artistic Director of New Ideas Chamber Orchestra from Vilnius, Lithuania
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On May 10, 2019, during the 25th year since its founding Ventura Music Festival, in collaboration with various groups and individuals from the American Lithuanian community, presented an innovative musical group New…
On May 10, 2019, during the 25th year since its founding Ventura Music Festival, in collaboration with various groups and individuals from the American Lithuanian community, presented an innovative musical group New…
Solimar Beach 1952
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This is special because it is a moment in time that brings back so many memories of the good times the Nicholson and Brandt families had together at the beach through the years. This is just one day of many in front…
This is special because it is a moment in time that brings back so many memories of the good times the Nicholson and Brandt families had together at the beach through the years. This is just one day of many in front…
The Grandchildren and Great Grandchild on 1985 Ride to Recreate 1913 Journey to Evelyn Akin Robertson.
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This is special to me because as the next generations we were honoring our family present and past and it was so much fun to be on horseback going over Pine Mountain to the homestead where our parents were youngsters. …
This is special to me because as the next generations we were honoring our family present and past and it was so much fun to be on horseback going over Pine Mountain to the homestead where our parents were youngsters. …
!985 Ojai to Cuyama Valley on Horse Back Following Journey of our Grandparents in 1913
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This is special to me because my mother, Nancy Robertson Brandt, had the dream of a family journey
to recreate a trip her mother made in 1913. These are the children of Evelyn(Flanders) Akin Robertson.
Ralph E.…
This is special to me because my mother, Nancy Robertson Brandt, had the dream of a family journey
to recreate a trip her mother made in 1913. These are the children of Evelyn(Flanders) Akin Robertson.
Ralph E.…
1913 Journey from Ojai to Cuyama Valley
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This photo is special to me because we recreated my grandparents trip in 1985 with my Aunt and Uncle who are the children in this 1913 photo.
Ralph E. Akin, Sr.(b. 1886) and his son Ralph Jr. (b. 1906) are on the…
This photo is special to me because we recreated my grandparents trip in 1985 with my Aunt and Uncle who are the children in this 1913 photo.
Ralph E. Akin, Sr.(b. 1886) and his son Ralph Jr. (b. 1906) are on the…
Birthday Celebration
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Tom Maguire, Eleanor Wilson, Linda Hadlen and Pat Mangini having a grand time at birthday party at Faria Beach.
Tom Maguire, Eleanor Wilson, Linda Hadlen and Pat Mangini having a grand time at birthday party at Faria Beach.
Birthday Celebration
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Vera Maguire and Linda Hadlen celebrating a magical birthday with a magician at Faria Beach. One day before Covid shutdown!
Many laughs!
Vera Maguire and Linda Hadlen celebrating a magical birthday with a magician at Faria Beach. One day before Covid shutdown!
Many laughs!
137 Encinal Way Ventura
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My grandparents Nick and Lydia Hearne’s home. The architect was Roy Wilson.
Home built in 1928.
Was in our family for 93 years.
Many happy memories!!!
My grandparents Nick and Lydia Hearne’s home. The architect was Roy Wilson.
Home built in 1928.
Was in our family for 93 years.
Many happy memories!!!
View from Two Trees
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Grace Brandt, Martha Engle, Pat Mangini and Linda Hadlen hiked up to Two Trees to celebrate my 50th Birthday.
Grace Brandt, Martha Engle, Pat Mangini and Linda Hadlen hiked up to Two Trees to celebrate my 50th Birthday.
Kayaking at Anacapa Island
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Best day ever! Linda Hadlen, Lynn Arnold and Grace Brandt exploring Anacaoa Island by kayaks.
Best day ever! Linda Hadlen, Lynn Arnold and Grace Brandt exploring Anacaoa Island by kayaks.
Heritage and History in Santa Paula
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My father was an immigrant who , like many others, was drawn to Santa Paula because of the need for agricultural labor. When he first arrived he worked in the Limoneria orchards that surrounded this little town. This…
My father was an immigrant who , like many others, was drawn to Santa Paula because of the need for agricultural labor. When he first arrived he worked in the Limoneria orchards that surrounded this little town. This…
Main Street
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Community Unity created for a historical city to Transition to a beach and Mountain View 360 degrees with improvements and contributions from all residents and government employees.
Community Unity created for a historical city to Transition to a beach and Mountain View 360 degrees with improvements and contributions from all residents and government employees.
Volunteers walking evacuated rescue dogs in Fillmore while the Thomas Fire burns toward Ventura
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December 7, 2017 - the doberman rescue had to evacuate due to the fire. They moved the dogs into crates in an open parking lot in Fillmore. Volunteers from all over the county came everyday, for over a week to walk…
December 7, 2017 - the doberman rescue had to evacuate due to the fire. They moved the dogs into crates in an open parking lot in Fillmore. Volunteers from all over the county came everyday, for over a week to walk…
Babs the Cat
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My cat, Babs hanging out of his cat tree to reach his toys. We adopted Babs from Paw Works in Thousand Oaks. It took awhile for him to warm up to us, but now he's a playful and happy kitty!
My cat, Babs hanging out of his cat tree to reach his toys. We adopted Babs from Paw Works in Thousand Oaks. It took awhile for him to warm up to us, but now he's a playful and happy kitty!
Walk Down Main Street
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View of Main Street from the northwest corner of California Street, looking west.
View of Main Street from the northwest corner of California Street, looking west.
Can-Tree Outside of Mission
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View of a Christmas tree made out of cans of food outside of the Ventura Mission.
View of a Christmas tree made out of cans of food outside of the Ventura Mission.
Building a Gingerbread House
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My partner and I built a gingerbread house together while celebrating our first Christmas living in Ventura.
My partner and I built a gingerbread house together while celebrating our first Christmas living in Ventura.
Bart's Books
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View of the outside shelves at Bart's Books. I love going to Barts because they always have so many interesting books!
View of the outside shelves at Bart's Books. I love going to Barts because they always have so many interesting books!
View from Shelf Road
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View of orchards taken while hiking Shelf Road on a cloudy day.
View of orchards taken while hiking Shelf Road on a cloudy day.
Late Boris Brott receiving an award from late Carmen Ramirez
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New West Symphony lost two people in the same year to car accidents. Founding Music Director Boris Brott and Supervisor Carmen Ramirez. Both were incredible champions for the arts. We will miss them!
New West Symphony lost two people in the same year to car accidents. Founding Music Director Boris Brott and Supervisor Carmen Ramirez. Both were incredible champions for the arts. We will miss them!
Day at the Ventura Botanical Gardens
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This is a photograph of Salpiglossis sinuta that I took on my first visit to the Ventura Botanical Gardens with my friends.
This is a photograph of Salpiglossis sinuta that I took on my first visit to the Ventura Botanical Gardens with my friends.
We Voted!
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This photo shows the first time everyone in my family was old enough to vote. My kids were both excited to finally be a true part of their hometown and community, and to be able to have their voices and opinions…
This photo shows the first time everyone in my family was old enough to vote. My kids were both excited to finally be a true part of their hometown and community, and to be able to have their voices and opinions…
The Spirit of America
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The determination, confidence, and intrepid freedom of the dancer’s movement captures the spirit of America against the background of Old Glory.
The determination, confidence, and intrepid freedom of the dancer’s movement captures the spirit of America against the background of Old Glory.
Economic Development Collaborative Small Business Development Center Honored with President’s “E” Award for Export Service
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Economic Development Collaborative Small Business Development Center (EDC SBDC) was recognized for its outstanding achievements in exports with the prestigious President’s “E” Award for Export Service on Tuesday, June…
Economic Development Collaborative Small Business Development Center (EDC SBDC) was recognized for its outstanding achievements in exports with the prestigious President’s “E” Award for Export Service on Tuesday, June…
Economic Development Center Staff at the 2023 Ventura County Leadership Academy Journey to Leadership Awards Luncheon
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Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) President & CEO Bruce Stenslie was recognized as the Ventura County Leadership Academy’s Business Leader of the Year. Staff and advisors came in celebration of Bruce’s…
Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) President & CEO Bruce Stenslie was recognized as the Ventura County Leadership Academy’s Business Leader of the Year. Staff and advisors came in celebration of Bruce’s…