Downtown Ventura, is a special place, settled first by Native Americans about 1,500 years ago, then around the San Buenaventura Mission, with settlers and pioneers, Chinese, Native Americans, and the Church working to build the first landmarks of this coastal port town. The original mission still stands, there are a few museums dedicated to the ...
People often like the idea of volunteering to help the community, but sometimes people have a hard time finding a good place to volunteer. If you are interested in doing some community service, here are some places in Ventura County that you might consider volunteering: American Cancer Society of Ventura County When you think about ...
When I first heard about the Ventura Botanical Gardens I was highly skeptical of the ambitious plan to transform the previously underutilized and unappreciated Grant Park into a world class botanical gardens. As a lifelong city resident I have witnessed various derailed attempts at showcasing the natural beauty of the area. The adjacent downtown area ...
Ventura, California is a beautiful seaside community that has done much in recent years to draw in more tourism. Located in Southern California just of the 101 Freeway, Ventura is approximately 90 miles north of Los Angeles. Despite it’s growth over the years, the city of San Buena Ventura, with it’s intriguing history, retains an ...
Ventura, California is a charming and laid back little beach town in southern California, with bustling businesses, well maintained and attractive homes and much to do and see. I spent a week here with a friend while visiting her daughter. The pretty downtown area is very pleasant to walk, with palm trees strung with white ...
Miles away from snow and cold weather, Ventura may not be the typical place to celebrate the winter holiday season. However, this beach town is filled with the holiday spirit, offering activities and events to help get you in the mood: Annual Dudley House Victorian Holiday Boutique The Dudley House, an 1892 Victorian farm house ...
