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Crowning Glory awards five titles in annual beauty pageant

Saturday, May 17, 2008
Stand-alone regarding Ventura County International Pageant. Full story »

Festival brings a little bit of 'spice' to Simi Valley

Saturday, May 17, 2008
One doesn't have to travel deep into the heart of Louisiana Cajun country to find good food, good times and good music. Full story »

Tournament will benefit Alzheimer's Association

Friday, May 16, 2008
The Forget-Me-Not Bowling Tournament to benefit the Alzheimer's Association, California Central Coast Chapter, will take place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 26 at Harley's Camarillo Bowl. Full story »

'These things of beauty'

Friday, May 16, 2008
Ken McWilliams' fascination with antique clocks began when he was a boy visiting his grandparents. Full story »

Class launches tile entry for yacht club

Friday, May 16, 2008
Sandy Swanson has captured the spirit of the Ventura Yacht Club in a colorful tile installation finished just in time for the April opening day of the 2008 season. Full story »

Volunteers spruce up historic McCrea Ranch

Thursday, May 15, 2008
Local Rotarians, community volunteers and staff members of the Conejo Recreation and Park District held a work day at the historic McCrea Ranch on May 3. Full story »

Workshop provides support and options for families

Thursday, May 15, 2008
As parents of a struggling teen who found resources to cope, Andy and Kerry Brody and Linda Gonzalez know they're not alone. Full story »

Contest seeks posters to promote better health

Wednesday, May 14, 2008
The Ventura County Certified Farmers Market Association, American Cancer Society and the Network for a Healthy California (Gold Coast Region Children's Power Play! Campaign) have joined forces to present a Champion for Change Poster Contest on Saturday at the Ventura Farmers Market, Santa Clara and Palm streets. Full story »

Young leaders Help for younger kids

Wednesday, May 14, 2008
At 11 years old, Paris Beauregard volunteers to work with younger children, organizes school events and is known as a fair individual who listens well to the concerns of others. Full story »

Scholarships available for Musical Theater Camp

Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Summer Musical Theater Camp is available for kids age 7 to 15. There is a special scholarship opportunity for Moorpark residents, but kids from all areas may register for the program at http://www.gypsyproductions.biz. Full story »

East county senior calendar: May 12

Monday, May 12, 2008

Senior Speaks: Great-grandpa recalls days of fountain pens

Monday, May 12, 2008
Today's little ones chuckle when great-grandpa relates the story of being an eraser monitor, a task that took a student outside the classroom to the playground to bang erasers against each other, removing the chalk dust from the pads. Short students could never aspire to being the blackboard cleaner because they couldn't reach the top of the blackboard. Full story »

Senior briefs: May 12

Monday, May 12, 2008

Unlimited Horizons: Chance meeting with war cohort

Monday, May 12, 2008
They arrived by the dozens leaving the blitz in London for the tranquility of Wales. I remember hearing of their arrival and was determined to accompany my parents to the old railroad station where they would arrive. I was just 7 years old and wondered if these English children looked any different from Welsh children. Full story »

Senior Advocate: Event helps provide nutritious meals to homebound

Monday, May 12, 2008
A neighbor and I were talking, and he mentioned the Love Run. I had not heard of it or participated before and would appreciate some details and how to obtain entry forms. Also, who benefits from this event? Full story »
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