Ventura County Events

This 17 piece big band beats the rest playing the greatest classic swing and big band numbers from Benny Goodman, Harry James, Tommy Dorsey and too many more to note playing tunes like chattanooga choo choo, In the Mood, etc. Also plays show tunes, movie themes and much more when requested in advance for a certain event.

Call Aron now for more information, pricing and booking at 805-497-8796

Prototypes Women's Center, a non-profit residential treatment center for women and their children, is hosting Recovery Happens in honor of National Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Month. We will have music, community resources, children's activities, and more. This is a free event. Hot dogs, sodas, and raffle tickets will be sold to benefit our client fund which provides for immediate client needs. For more information contact Donna Glenn at dglenn@prototypes.org or call 805-382-6296. For more info on our organization go to prototypes.org and for more info on National Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Month to go recoverymonth.gov.

Prototypes Women's Center, a non-profit residential treatment center for women and children is hosting Recovery Happens in celebration of National Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Month. We will have music, children's activities, community resources and lots of fun. This is a free event. Hot dogs, sodas, and raffle tickets will be sold to benefit our client fund which funds immediate client needs. For additional information on our program please visit prototypes.org or for more information on National Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Month please visit recoverymonth.gov

Prototypes Women's Center, a non-proft residential treatment center for women and children, is hosting Recovery Happens, an event that happens nationally to recognize National Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Month. We need volunteers that would like to help with face painting, spin art, parking, selling raffle tickets, etc. This is a fun event with lots of activities. You are welcome to invite your family and friends. This is a free event, but raffle tickets and hot dogs will be sold. Please contact Donna Glenn at dglenn@prototypes.org or call 805-382-6296.

See dreamakerperformingarts.org
The Grand Opening is OCT 24th
Receive voice, coaching lessons in exchange for assistance with the event.
Any job you can contribute to, small or large will be greatly appreciated.
Please call 310-5462604
and speak to the CEO
Loree Lynn
You can see her on the main page when you go online.
Write to her AT
dreamakercenter@earthlink.net

singing acting lessons in exchange for


a temporary assistant for an opening event for our organization on Oct 24th.
no cash, just exchange. See dreamakersperformingarts.org
we will give you two month of performance and/or singing lessons and coach..even if you are already active as an artist, coaching will get it better yet, we can improve any situation for a temporary assistant. We have amazing skills, try it out please. 310-5462604

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme will be celebrating Day for Kids on Saturday, September 25th at the Martin V. Smith Youth Center in Oxnard, CA, and we need volunteers to help run the event. Volunteers will receive FREE lunch and an event T-shirt. Volunteer areas include face painting, arts & crafts and outdoor activities. Volunteer shifts include 10am-1pm and 1pm-4pm.

Please help the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme make this event a success for the youth of our community.

Visit our Day for Kids website: www.positiveplace4kids.org/DayForKids

Im starting a Cards/poker night. Just a way to meet new people in the area and have a good time. Nothing crazy..Im gonna start my first night this Wednesday coming up with basic texas hold'em. It will be a $5 start, with $1 buy in's after that maxing at $10. This is not for actual gambling purposes, just a fun game. If you are some card shark trying to make easy cash this isnt the place for you. Just a fun game for some guys and gals to get together, have a few beers/drinks and relax. Also, this is a social event, so if you just wanna show up and hangout, you are more then welcome.

My place isnt super huge, and Im not a very good cards player. But if you just wanna make some new friends and have a little fun, e-mail me and Ill get you the info.

Thanks

LE? PET AFFAIR ADOPTION EVENTS
ADOPTION EVENT INFO: http://www.evidenceoflove.org/Le_Pet_Affair

EVENT HOSTED BY EVIDENCE OF LOVE ANIMAL CARE
http://www.EvidenceOfLove.org

Come meet us! Adopt us and we will love you forever!!
We are an adorable group of over one hundred thirty dogs and cats from many local animal rescue groups and animal shelters.

Adoption events held every 2nd Sunday of the month!

NEXT DATE/TIME: Sunday, Sept. 12 | 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
PLACE: Van Nuys-Sherman Oaks Recreation Center located at 14201 Huston Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Corner of Hazeltine and Huston

FEATURED GOURMET FOOD TRUCK -
Eat Fry Smith: http://www.eatfrysmith.com

FIND GOOD DOGS AND CATS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION:
http://www.EvidenceOfLove.org/Adoption

Pulse Drumming Presents... VINNY APPICE
Master Class
September 18, 2010 (2-4pm)
Maharaja's Special Event Room
2437 E. Main Street
Ventura, CA 93003

ONLY 100 TICKETS AVAILABLE - Proceeds to Benefit the DEAN BROWER SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
Drum Clinic - September 18, 2010 (2-4pm)
Ticket Price: $25
Students w/ID : $15
Pulse Students: $10
**At the door?add $5 per ticket

TICKETS EXCLUSIVELY SOLD @ PULSE DRUMMING
2434 E. Main Street
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 648-DRUM(3786)
www.pulsedrumming.com

Vinny Appice, has anchored the rhythm and power live and in the studio for the music of DIO,
BLACK SABBATH, HEAVEN AND HELL, WWIII, AXIS, RICK DERRINGER, JOHN LENNON
and more. He has recorded and co-written songs on over 25 albums and CDs
including many multi-platinum records. Touring the world for over 2 decades
resulted in selling millions of records!

Vinny's drumming can also be heard on numerous movie soundtracks including "Wayne's
World 2, Heavy Metal, Iron Eagle and Bedazzled." Vinny, the author of drum
instruction book "Rock Steady" and DVD "Hard Rock Drumming Techniques" has
performed incredible powerhouse drum clinics around the globe also. Numerous
books have been written about Black Sabbath and Dio with the authors always
mentioning Vinny's unique powerful drumming style!

Check out his rocking website for more information...
www.vinnyappice.com

Camarillo Figure Artists

We are hosting uninstructed life-drawing and painting workshops on Thursday evenings from 7 to 10 pm. Most nights will begin one session of 2-minute poses followed with twenty-five minute poses for the remainder of the evening. Once a month will be a long pose, so you can get a good chunk of time to paint or sculpt the model. We will have a mix of nude and costumed models and the details will always be posted in advance for each workshop.

Camarillo Figure Artists Meetup
Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 7:00PM

We will start at precisely 7:01 with our muse, the beautiful Dalilah Rain... so get there early to set-up and do a meet-n-greet and get a cup of wine. We will start with 25 minutes of 2-3 minute warm-ups then after the first break, the remainder will be 25-minute poses. Drawing horses will be provided, or if you prefer, bring an easel.

The cost is $10 per workshop if you prepay for 5 workshops, or $15 if you drop-in. You can buy a 5-session card at any workshop.

Also, everyone is welcome (encouraged) to bring something to share. Perhaps a bottle of wine, some cheese, hummus, a bag of nuts, mineral water, juice, a fruit plate, a bag of kettle chips, home-made cookies - whatever you like. There will always be something to snack on during breaks. Let's get creative!!

Price: $15.00

See the full event details, including location, at http://www.meetup.com/Camarillo-Figure-Artists/calendar/14247992/.

Community Fundraising Event Benefiting Habitat for Humanity....Sponsored by Local Businesses
Saturday, Sept 4th....10am-6pm
171 Royal Ave.

Food and Vendors::: Jewels by Jackie, AVON, Mary Kay, Pampered Chef, Noahs Ark Animal Workshop, Miche purses, Groovy Gifts, and much more.

Raffle::Pick your prize...$1.00 each or 30 for $20

Kid Zone...Fun for all ages...prizes

For more information and vendor reservations please contact Lisette at 805-630-4452

Re: Another Stupid Open Mic

I'm sorry you didn't like the event You seem to be alone in your assessment and displeasure. A nearly full house really enjoyed the evening and wasn't shy about saying so including much applause and cheering.

It was well advertized that there would be a feature performance in the middle of the evening by a local trio of excellent musician/singer/songwriters. They played 45 minutes. Everyone else who came to play got up for just a few tunes.

Everyone who asked to play got up and played.

Did you?

All in the house were invited to sign in to play. The sign in sheet was pointed out from the stage several times and checked. Several individuals were randomly asked, "Are you playing tonight?"

The event even ran over time because one person asked to play near the end. The setup was left intact to accommodate him.

The evening was regarded as a great success by all who commented to the host, bartender, and club owner.

If you want to play, come play. You are welcome to participate.


Best Regards

Labor Day Picnic at Dos Vientos Center (Community Park).
Monday Sept. 6th, 2010 11am-3pm
Live music and pie eating contest. Fun for all ages. Bring your family and a picnic lunch will be provided at the event.
http://www.facebook.com/dosvientos

Xmas Vibe Tour coming to So. California in DEC, book now!

Add peace and joy to your holiday gathering or corporate event with the magic of a vibraphone-led ensemble. Featuring Happy Note recording artist Charles Xavier, this contemporary world music ensemble will bring new dimensions of the Christmas spirit with creative arrangements of your favorite holiday standards. Charles Xavier takes the Christmas message on a creative and melodic song journey. The songs, both traditional and contemporary, are enchanting and mystical. Please take a moment to listen to Xmas Vibe! Affordably priced! Book as a solo act duo, or trio. Featuring some of California?s best musicians.

My goal with the Xmas Vibe holiday release and supporting tour is to perform in clubs, small concert halls, colleges, libraries, schools, non profits or private functions during a two week period on each coast performing my eclectic holiday music for a wide range of audiences whenever possible.

Tentative Schedule:
Southern California: December 10th-16th, inquiry to perform at your venue as a solo, duet, trio or quartet act.

I?d like to inquire if you have any performance dates available during the dates listed above for a solo-quartet performance of the Xmas Vibe Holiday Tour Music?

Happy Note Xmas Vibe Promo Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVY_QBQefvQ

Happy Note Records is looking forward to beginning a working relationship with you in the near future.

Respectfully Submitted,

Charles Xavier
www.happynoterecords.com

Professional artist Arlissa Vaughn can create a personalized original artwork on the spot at your:

* conference
* private or corporate party
* concert
* church event
* fundraiser
* gallery opening
* wedding
* sporting competition
* festival
* lecture or seminar
* almost any event you want!

Parties with live entertainment are always more fun! Try this unique way to engage your guests and enhance their experience.

More details and samples of artwork: http://arlissavaughn.com/eventpainting.html

Come support your community and 15,000 runners and walkers by volunteering at the Inaugural Rock ?n? Roll Los Angeles 1/2 Marathon! With over 2,000 positions available there is a spot for everyone, including teams, corporate groups, or just friends and family. The event benefits DetermiNation of the American Cancer Society, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society?s Team in Training, and the Grove of Hope charity.

These are the Open Volunteer Positions:

Health & Fitness Expo:
Location: LA Convention Center, Kentia Hall, 1201 South Figueroa St.
Dates: October 21, 22, 23
Times: Various shifts available
Potential Positions: Pre-Expo Setup (Thursday), Registration, T-Shirts, Goodie Bags, Souvenirs

Start Line
Location: Griffith Park (near LA Zoo)
Date: Sunday, October 24
Time: 5:00AM ? 10:00AM (subject to change)
Potential Positions: Runner Corrals, Gear Check, Refreshments, VIP

Water Stations
Locations: Varied along course
Date: Sunday, October 24
Times: Varied
Groups of 10 or more individuals are needed to hand out water, sports drink and energy gel at various stations along the course!

Benefits of Volunteering:
? Official roadie t-shirt
? Race goodie bag
? Support a great cause
? Fulfill community service hours
? A great time!

If you have a large group and are interested in participating, please contact me at volunteerla@competitorgroup.com, or call toll free (800) 311-1255 x6814.
You can also register online at http://los-angeles.competitor.com/volunteers/

Hi! The marine corps marathon is Oct 31 and I am training up for it...is anyone local to the simi area also running this event? Looking for someone who can run and talk at the same time to get thru those miles! Email me if you are registered!

Do you have the chops to join he drum corps of a local competing bagpipe band? Would you like to learn one of the most challenging forms of rudimental drumming? It will improve your abilities in all other aspects of drumming.

We are a Camarillo-based Grade 4 pipeband looking to rebuild our drum corps. We compete several times a year against other pipeband at SoCal highland games. The band is also active year-round in other civic and private events in Ventura, Los Angeles, Riverside and Santa Barbara Counties.

The band is in immediate need of snare drummers. Successful candidates will have a good skill set of rudiments and muscicality. Prior experience in pipebands or marching bands/drum corps is very helpful. Drums and carriers provided. Some investment may be required for uniform pieces

Rock stars got nothing on us. Strap on a drum and a kilt, join the band and become the life of any event.

Hi
My name is Megan. I am twenty years old and currently in college. I am looking for a nice family that would like to hire me as a part time, live-in nanny. Here is a little bit about me...

My childhood in brief:

I am the oldest of three girls. I was born in Ventura, CA, then moved right away to San Fransisco with my parents until the age of 5. We then moved back to Ventura County, a few years later, my sister was born, she is now 13 years old. I also have another sister, she is 11 years of age. I love my sisters endlessly. We are far apart in age, but that doesn't stop me from talking and hanging out with them. I went to Catholic school from kindergarten to high school. Soccer is my passion, I played for 14 years up until my senior year of high school. I also played volleyball, softball, tennis, swim, irish dancing, and tap dancing. In addition to sports, I took piano lessons as well. Through out high school I maintained a GPA above a 3.0 for four years. My community work and extracurricular activities out did my grades by far. I was president of my class junior year and Vice President of my high school senior year. I now attend Ventura College, I have one more semester left before I transfer to San Diego to major in broadcast journalism. Then I plan on attending Columbia University in New York for graduate school. My goal is to become a celebrity interviewer like Barbara Walters. I love to meet new people and travel. Another one of my goals in life is to raise a happy family. I believe in working for every penny I earn, slacking off is not a term in my dictionary. A few of my hobbies include drawing, painting, cooking, gardening, cleaning, working out, spending time with kids, going to the movies, listening to music, traveling, going to the beach, etc.

I hope you feel a sense of knowing and comfort by reading my profile, please call/email me with any questions or concerns you might have. i would very much enjoy working for you, better yet, spending time with your kids, making each day fun, busy, challenging, and exciting for them. Thank you for taking the time you look over my application. "The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt within the heart." -Helen Keller


Please contact me with any questions or concerns at
805.889.6225
or email: travelmeg11@aol.com

I can also send you a picture of myself upon request.
Sincerely,
Megan

MORE INFO VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVV

Date Available to Start
ASAP

Work Availability
Negotiable.
Fluent in English
Yes
Other Languages
A little Spanish
Weight
140
Height 5'91/2
Ethnicity: White

General Health Information
I exercise at least a few days a week and eat very healthy. I was born with asthma, but it hasn't bothered me in a while. I am allergic to basil and rosemary. Other than that, I am an active healthy girl ready to take on anything thrown my way!
Age
20
Sex
Female
Citizenship
United States
Preferred Community Type(s)
Residential / Suburb
Rural setting
Large city
Preferred Home Type(s)
Private home
Estate

Seeking Job Type
* Nanny
* Nanny/Household Manager
* Mother's Helper

My Previous Experience
Babysitter (Occasional Only)

Work Eligibility
United States: Native
Education completed
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Some Post High School Coursework
Early Childhood Education (BA/AA)

I am CPR Certified
Yes

Position Duration Seeking
Permanent/Part Time

I prefer to work in the following US State
California

I am willing to care for the following number of children
4 or more
I am willing to work with special needs children
Yes
My childcare experience (age groups)
* Under 2 years of age
* 2 - 5 years of age
* 6 - 10 years of age
* over 10 years of age
* special needs children
* multiples (twins, triplets, etc.)

My additional Skills
* Experience driving in snow/ice
* Experience driving in large cities
* Been away from home before (greater than 3 months)
* Swimmer
* Athletic Abilities
* Newborn/Infant experience
* CPR training within last two years
* First Aid Certification within last two years
* Willingness to become CPR Certified
* Willingness to become First Aid Certified
* Flexible Schedule
* Experience with asthmatics
* Experience with learning disabled children
* Experience with emotionally challenged children
* Experience with attention deficit disorder
* Experience with hyperactivity
* Experience with multiples (twins..etc)

Date Driver's License Issued
May 23, 2007

State or Province Driver's License Issued In
California

Have you had any accidents or moving violations in the past three years?
No
Automobile use
I would require access to a family automobile
My Smoking Status
Non-Smoker

Background information I will provide

* Two or More Childcare References
* Two or More Personal (Non Relative) References
* Driver's license History
* Social Security Number Verification
* Criminal History Search
* Previous Residences Verification
* Individual Consumer Credit Report
* Federal Bankruptcy Records Search
* Workers Compensation Claims Search
* Civil Records Search
* Drug Test (Urine or Blood)
* HIV/Hepatitis test
* Tuberculosis (TB) Test
* Physical Examination
* Personality Profile

My personality

* Outgoing
* Enjoy Outdoor Activities
* Fun Loving
* Patient
* Self-motivated
* Enjoys outdoor activites
* Orderly/ clean
* Funny
* Respectful

The Childcare Responsibilities I will assume:

Planning, preparing and cleaning up after children's meals
Adhere to special dietary rules (vegetarian, kosher, lactose intolerant, etc.)
Transportation of children to/from bus stop
Planning activities for the children
Coordinating play group activities/get togethers with neighborhood children
Packing Children's lunches
Children's baths and dressing
Children's laundry (twice weekly minimum)
Change/launder children's sheets and towels (weekly minimum)
Ironing children's clothing as needed
Children's Shopping as directed
Mending Children's clothing as required
Straightening up children's bedroom and play area(s)
Overseeing children's straightening up their own rooms/play areas
Overseeing children's homework
Transporting the children during work hours as directed
Keeping children's bathrooms neat during work hours
Running child related errands as directed
Vacuum areas of use by children (weekly minimum)

Housekeeping Responsibilities I will assume

Keep a grocery list
Initial preparation of family's dinner as directed
Full meal preparation and service
Keep the kitchen tidy during work hours
Greeting/serving household guests
Feed pets during work day as directed
Walk dog and/or pet care
Plant care (indoor)
Family laundry
Family sheets/towels and other linens
Grocery shopping regularly as directed
Dust/Vacuum entire house, minumum weekly frequency
Sweep kitchen floor daily
Mop kitchen floor, minimum weekly frequency
Run/Empty dishwasher daily
Empty kitchen trash as required
Errands, including dry cleaning, as directed
Maintain household accounts/ pay bills
Book household travel arrangements
Supervise contractors and tradespersons
Supervise other household staff
Event and entertainment planning and organization


Living Arrangements (for live-in situations only)

* Private bedroom (furnished)
* Share bath with children
* Share bath with family
* Linens provided


*I'd like to be welcome but not required to eat meals with family

Live Away Experience
I have never permanently lived away from home, however I have traveled to Europe three times for over 2 weeks each time. I have also done several leadership camps for days to a week long. This summer i am going to Nicaragua to work in an orphanage with disabled kids, my stay will be for a week to three weeks. I am very comfortable staying away from home for a long time, I am actually planning on moving out of my house come January 2011.

I am available to work the following hours
35 - 45 hours/week

I require the following salary
Negotiable

I am looking for a job with the following benefits
* Paid Vacation (up to 10 days/year)
* Paid sick days (up to 5 days/year)


Childcare Style
I approach childcare with an open-minded, loving, fun approach, allowing discipline to step in at the right time.

Why do you want to be a nanny?

I absolutely love to be around children, I have two younger sisters who I am around a lot. I am constantly helping my mom by taking them to school, friends house, and sports activities. I never get tired of hanging out with children, it is my passion. Kids are naturally drawn to my outgoing, caring personality.