SEEAG Opens Office in Orcutt To Serve Northern Santa Barbara County
Students for Eco-Education and Agriculture (SEEAG), which offers student agriculture education programs in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties, has opened an office in Orcutt to serve schools in northern Santa Barbara County. SEEAG educators Moises Novoa and Olivia Gutierrez will conduct SEEAG’s signature programs, “Farm-To-Food Lab” and “STEM Career Pathways in Ag,” at schools in and around the Santa Maria Valley. “We are excited to have a home for SEEAG in Orcutt thanks to our incredible community
SEEAG’s “Bus Bucks” Fundraiser Supports Student Farm Field Trips
Students for Eco-Education and Agriculture (SEEAG) is holding its annual Bus Bucks fundraiser. The donations go directly toward funding bus reimbursements for schools attending SEEAG’s Farm-to-Food Lab programs in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties. “We want to ensure that every student has the opportunity to participate in our hands-on Farm-to-Food Lab programs. Covering transportation costs helps remove a major financial barrier,” says Caitlin Paulus-Case, SEEAG executive director. “We often hear from
Gibbs Diesel Mechanics Center Opens At Ventura College
The Gibbs Diesel Mechanics Center had its grand opening on Wednesday, January 29 in the Welding/Auto/Manufacturing building at Ventura College. Hosted by the Ventura College Foundation, more than 60 guests attended the celebration including instructors, students and dignitaries. In the last 10 years, Oxnard-based Gibbs International Truck Centers has donated $1.3 million in financial and equipment to support the two-year program. Since the program began in 2015, the company has donated commercial diesel
Explore Ventura’s Public Art with New Virtual Tour
Ventura, Calif. - The City recently launched a new geographic information system (GIS) map to showcase Ventura’s expansive public art pieces. Discover over 240 pieces of public art by more than 80 artists across town. Since 1991, the City’s Public Art Program has integrated different art forms into city landscapes, including murals, mosaics, sculptures, and more. “There’s a story behind each piece, and this tool makes it easier than ever to connect the public to these works of art and the artists who
Community Fundraiser for California Fire Relief – A Day of Love, Support, and Giving
Community Fundraiser for California Fire Relief – A Day of Love, Support, and GivingThe Bonaventure Senior Living – A group of local artists and crafters are coming together to host a special fundraiser event in support of California Fire Relief. This heartwarming community gathering will take place on February 8th at The Bonaventure Senior Living, 10949 Telegraph Rd. Ventura, from 10:00-3:30. This fun-filled day will feature over 20 booths and tables filled with hand-crafted Valentine gifts, live music,
People’s Self-Help Housing Celebrates 10 Owner-Builder Families in Nipomo
People’s Self-Help Housing Celebrates 10 Owner-Builder Families in NipomoConstruction complete on new neighborhood, Summer Holly LaneFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Central Coast, CA, January 29, 2025 – This past weekend, People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) celebrated 10 owner-builder families as they completed construction on and moved into their new neighborhood, Summer Holly Lane in Nipomo. Since beginning the project in August 2023, each family committed over 40 hours a week to
