Ventura Events

Sandra Clermont and David Pu'u will display their art in a show at Fox Fine Jewelry from July 8 through September 6, 2010. Artists' Reception will be Saturday, July 10^th, 6 - 9 pm.

Pu'u is making a rare hometown showing in his worldwide career. After twenty years in the surf industry, Pu'u left his corporate CEO position to be a photographer. He's done well: magazine covers, books, apparel brand artist, and museum shows from Brazil to New York City. Pu'u's breathtaking photography is often shot from the water: in jet skis, helicopters, airplanes and moving vehicles.

A unique duo, Clermont superbly paints Pu'u's photography. Other works by Clermont are of her own creative vision. Clermont, a native of Victoria, Australia, also lived on the tropical islands off the coast of New Guinea, inspiring her for years to come. Her art reflects her loves: surfing, traveling, and art.

Photo by David Pu'u

Artist Reception Aug 7th from 6-9pm with refreshments and Ceramic and Painting Demonstrations.

This show explores the world with a whimsical and quirky approach looking at things big and small around us in a very different way. Each artist has created their work in the hope of provoking thought and laughter in the viewer. We hope you join us for a fun fresh look at everyday the fanciful world in our minds. New artists include painters Elinore Bucholtz, Mary Blair, Terry Romero Paul and Scott Kiche; new fused glass artist Cynthia Lynn Johnson and Porcelain artist Lauren Kearns among several other artists.

Brooks Institute presents "Pressed for Time"

Portraiture is as old as photography itself, but the pace at which portraits are created has greatly accelerated, especially in the commercial and editorial worlds.  In these realms, photographers are typically given no more than 30 minutes with their subjects.  For Michael Keeney and Jasmine Law, shooting portraits has become more a quick game of drawing out the emotion that they, the photographers, have prepared for in advance than capturing a spontaneous moment of revelation.

Artist Reception: August 25, 5-7:30pm.  Refreshments served and free parking for reception.

Ride the Water Taxi for fun between Ventura Harbor Village and Marina Park every Saturday and Sunday from 11am - 7pm through September 12, 2010!

Children can play at the playground featuring a large pirate's ship.  f you prefer, take a stroll on Marina Park Point overlooking the Harbor Channel or bring your own picnic and use the BBQ facilities.

One -way fares are $2 per person. Water Taxi departs every 30 minutes.  Pick up also available by Four Points by Sheraton & Holiday Inn Express & Suites by calling 805-49-TOOTC.

The Market Place hosts over 300 vendors every Saturday and Sunday of the year. Products range from fresh produce and crafts, to used tools and new clothing. Arts & Crafts, Tools, Antiques & Collectibles, Fresh Flowers, Produce, New and used clothing, School and Office supplies, plus much much more!

Live Music

Enjoy your favorite BROOKS menu items from the BROOKS Classic Menu available Tuesday - Sunday for dinner.
Three Course Dinner | $33

Course 1: Choice of  Seasonal Soup, Fried Oysters or Chopped Hearts of Romaine
Course 2: Choice of  Shredded Short Rib, Scottish Salmon or Free Range Chicken Breast
Course 3: Choice of  Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding, Tiramisu, or Maytag Blue Cheesecake

A variety of fine arts and handcrafted gifts sold by the artists who made them.   Different artists & crafters every week!

Sample of items sold include: Jewelry, Native American Art, Photography, Recycled ARt, Ptaintings, Glass Art, Ceramics, Bark Art and more...

We are Ventura's hometown comedy club. Nestledin the beautiful Ventura Harbor, we bring you some of the best comedy shows touring the country every week.  The perfect night out for couples, or for large celebrations. Come and see what all the laughing is about!

Saturdays - Santa Paula / Loose Caboose - Jan-Sep & Nov

Sundays - Wine & Honey Express Apr-Sep & Nov

Relax aboard 1930's vintage passenger or diningi cars as the train travels through century old citrus and avocado groves in the beautiful Heritage Valley.

Ahh, Namaste: Gentle Yoga replenishes the body and soul overlooking the boats in Ventura Harbor every Saturday from 10:00 - 11:30 AM on the Ventura Harbor Village Main Lawn with yoga instructor Pamela. Weather permitting.

Participants can learn and practice yoga in an outdoor and serene setting within the Harbor. Yoga is known to improve muscle tone, flexibility, strength and stamina and reduce stress and tension relief.  Instructor Pamela serves as a yoga instructor at several locations including Bally's Total Fitness, Ventura West Marina, and at the Biltmore's Coral Casino in Santa Barbara.

Gentle Yoga class at Ventura Harbor costs $5 per person and a mat can be provided if needed.  Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing. Parking is free, no reservations required. 

Gentle Yoga participants receive upon request a discounted coupon for a one-hour kayak rental with Ventura Boat Rentals to compliment the morning kayaking in the Harbor to Harbor Cove Beach, amongst the marinas, or through the Ventura Keys.  Discounted coupon for Ventura Boat Rentals is valid for one rental only.  Single and double kayaks available for rent at Ventura Boat Rentals.                                                

Exhibit:  Between Fact and Fiction: The Lone Woman of San Nicolas Island - Huntsinger Gallery South

Highlighting a figure of both fact and fiction, this exhibition explores the different perceptions developed around the Lone Woman of San Nicholas Island, as  people have sought the truth about her. Includes a newl created, one-quarter life-size figure of the Lone Woman by artist George Stuart.

Exhibit:  Rare, Precious and Unusual: Treasures From the Permanent Collection.

From the Mundane to the Sublime, from 1913 to 2010, see unusual items from our collection, some never before shown in a museum setting.  

Exhibit: Liberty! The Genius of the People- Smith Gallery                             

George Stuart Historical Figures®  featuring  personalities involved in the American Revolution.

Artists' Union Gallery Presents....  a members exhibition
August 6th to September 12th, 2010 Curators:  MB Hanrahan and Phil Taggart

This members only exhibit offers a wide range of contemporary work: photos to photo-realism, concrete to conceptual, surreal to super-flat.  Emphasis is on the unique spark of creative energy each artist carries within.  Fire up your engines and join us in a high octane celebration of our eclectic collective!

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Doga - Yoga for Dogs - First Saturday of the Month starting May 1 through November 6, 2010 - 10:30 a.m.

Man's best friend is joined with their owners for Doga held every month on the Ventura Harbor Village Main Lawn.  A popular craze taught in Los Angeles and New York, the classes function similar to a regular yoga class and focus on gentle stretches, breathing and massage.