Ventura County
Ventura
Where Main Street Meets Ocean Dreams
About Ventura
Ventura unfolds like a love letter to California's golden age, where palm-lined Main Street beckons with vintage shops and farm-to-table bistros just blocks from pristine beaches. The historic San Buenaventura Mission anchors this charming coastal city, while the Ventura Pier stretches into endless Pacific sunsets that paint the Channel Islands in ethereal light. Here, morning surf sessions give way to afternoon wine tastings, and every corner reveals another reason why locals never want to leave.
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farmRodela Produce
4550, Olivas Park Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003
car_partsAutoZone
2610, East Main Street, Ventura, CA, 93003
department_storeMacy's
477, South Mills Road, Ventura, CA, 93003
alcoholCollege Liquor & Deli
4220, Telegraph Road, Ventura, CA, 93003
sportsPlay It Again Sports
4705, Telephone Road, Ventura, CA, 93003
convenienceYeto's Market
Ventura, CA, 93004
sportsBig 5 Sporting Goods
artThe Pottery Gallery
department_storeTarget
4200, East Main Street, Ventura, CA, 93003
Latest News in Ventura
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VenturaBAA’s 37th Annual Open Competition Winners
The 37th Annual Open Competition from the Buenaventura Art Association (BAA) is now on display at the Ojai Art Center, running through May 28. This juried exhibition showcases original 2D and 3D works from amateur and professional regional artists across California, bringing a vibrant mix of creativity to the Ojai community. The Ventura Breeze first reported the winners, and it's a wonderful chance to see local talent shine in a setting that celebrates artistic expression. Whether you're an art enthusiast or just looking for a cultural outing, this exhibition offers something for everyone. Head to 113 S. Montgomery St. in Ojai to experience the works firsthand. It's a reminder of the rich artistic spirit that thrives throughout the 805 region, from Ventura to Ojai and beyond.
VenturaFocus on the Masters Arts Archive & Library – A Conversation with Lori Cozen-Geller
Lori Cozen-Geller doesn’t just sculpt metal and wood — she carves light and shadow into geometric poetry. The Ventura-based minimalist artist, recently featured by Focus on the Masters Arts Archive & Library, creates wall pieces and standing forms that play with positive and negative space, often finished in sleek automotive paint. Her work transforms industrial materials into something meditative, and it’s a reminder that Ventura’s creative pulse runs deep. The conversation with Lori, originally published by our friends at Ventura Breeze, offers a window into how a career born from intensity becomes a practice of precision and calm. For anyone who’s ever wondered where our local artists find their spark, this profile is a must-read. It’s another reason to love the 805 — where the arts aren’t just displayed, they’re archived and honored.
VenturaVentura College Launches Loreto Study Abroad Trip
Ventura College just made history — and it’s the kind of story that makes you proud to live here. Over spring break, 11 students headed south to Loreto, Mexico, Ventura’s sister city, for the college’s very first study abroad program. Led by Professor of Sociology Daniella, the group dove into a weeklong mix of culture, science, and community connection. It’s a beautiful example of how our local college is thinking beyond the classroom and giving students real-world, cross-border experiences. This trip matters because it strengthens the bond between Ventura and Loreto — a relationship that’s been growing for years. As reported by the Ventura Breeze, the program was immersive and interdisciplinary, blending sociology with hands-on learning. For a community college to launch an international program like this is no small feat. It shows that big opportunities don’t just happen at big universities. Here’s hoping this is the first of many adventures for Ventura College students.