Millions of pounds of trash wash up on shorelines around the world each year. An Ocean Conservancy Report stated that 840,000 pounds ends up on California beaches alone. Not only is that excessive, but it’s absolutely avoidable. Unfortunately, we cannot
You know them. You love them. California produces the majority of strawberries in the United States each year. In fact, experts place this year’s crop to come in around 1.8 billion pounds. To celebrate the impact of this berry on
Where is the year going? We’re already more than midway through April .Summer will be here before you know it. With that comes summertime activities like boating. If you want a new boat or need to update your safety gear,
This year, Easter Sunday takes place on April 20th. And just two days later, we celebrate Earth Day. Fortunately, if you live in the area, you can celebrate both Ventura Earth Day and Easter over the same weekend! Ventura Earth
There are few places around the world where you can start the day in the mountains and end the day at the beach. Even fewer where this can happen in the space of a few hours on foot. Ventura County
It’s officially March. For basketball lovers, this month is full of some phenomenal amazing college games. But in our town, it means something else: Ventura Mermaid Month. What: Ventura Mermaid Month 2025Where: Ventura Harbor Village (1583 Spinnaker Dr)When: March 1st
Thinking about updating or renovating your Ventura County home? Looking for ways to make that happen? Then you might want to make plans to attend the Ventura Home Improvement Expo 2025 this weekend! What: Ventura Home Improvement Expo 2025Where: Ventura
Running offers many health benefits. It reduces your risk of cancer. It helps you improve the quality of your sleep. Running even boosts your memory. If you enjoy running and want to push yourself a bit, sign up for the
For the better part of the last two weeks, Southern California has been under siege. So far, fire destroyed thousands of homes, displacing hundreds of thousands of people and their pets. It has been heartbreaking to see so many people
New year. New home? If buying a Ventura home in 2025 made it to your resolution list, you might want to start working on your credit score now. Why? I can take several weeks to a few months to bring
Only eight more shopping days until Christmas. Can you believe it? And this year, Hanukkah begins on the evening of December 25th. That gives us double the reason to celebrate. Here are a few of the Ventura Harbor holiday fun
We hope everyone enjoyed time with their loved ones on Thanksgiving. Now it’s time to focus on the next big holiday: Christmas. We ask that you continue the good cheer for those less fortunate in our community by participating in
In just ten days, we celebrate Thanksgiving. Since it falls so late this year, that means less than four weeks to get your Christmas shopping done. In fact, just 26 shopping days left after Thanksgiving to be precise. While many
Thanksgiving is definitely one of our favorite holidays. We celebrate with friends and family alike. Plus we focus our attention on the blessings bestowed upon us from this past year. Unfortunately, thousands of local residents cannot enjoy this holiday in
Halloween takes place this Thursday. After that, ’tis the season to give thanks. That can happen in a variety of ways. Donating to charity is one of them. The Ventura Pottery Market and Bowl of Thanks event provides a fantastic
October means just one thing. HALLOWEEN! But if you want to carve a jack-o-lantern, you need a pumpkin. Where do you get one? Try one of these Ventura County pumpkin patches. Many of them include way more than just this
The ocean plays a huge part in our lives here in Ventura County and around the world. We must do as much as we can to take care of it and our sandy shores as possible. One way you can
With the ocean as a backdrop, how can artists not be inspired to create? Encourage a love of the arts within your child by bringing them to the Ventura Art and Chalk Festival 2024. Show them how art can be
Ventura Unified School District students went back to school last week. But the calendar still says “summer”. And what do we do here in Ventura during the summer? We head to the beach. Thankfully, organizers of the Aloha Beach Festival
Summertime means one thing. The Ventura County Fair 2024 is in town. That’s right. The fair is happening now and ends this Sunday, August 11th. You only have a few more days to enjoy one of the biggest events of
Temperatures aren’t the only things getting hot out here. Summertime fun heats up this time of year as well. Come enjoy some family fun with Ventura movies under the stars and a music festival for all ages in July. Ventura
Independence Day takes place this Thursday. Some people celebrate it quietly with a family and friends barbecue. Others want to see a huge pyrotechnical display. Fortunately, several events are scheduled around our area for July 4th, including some Ventura County
It’s a buyer’s market in Ventura right now. Any home seller tips that may give you an edge sounds good for anyone thinking about putting their property on the market. Here are a few smaller things that may hinder your
With Memorial Day firmly in our rearview mirror, we need to focus on the summer months ahead. Our Ventura County beaches usually fill up pretty quickly every day. And there is usually something happening each weekend here. For example, this
California is world-renown for its wines. But you do not have to travel all the way to Napa Valley to experience some of the best-tasting wine we have to offer. In fact, for the last 30 years, the Casa Pacifica
May 20th is National Pick Strawberries Day. We learned a few interesting facts about the strawberry that we would love to share. For example, did you know that the strawberry is actually part of the rose family? (The Rosacaeae family
The very first Earth Day took place back in April of 1970. It has been officially recognized on April 22nd of every year since. What began as a simple way to bring awareness to our role in the health of
Can you believe that it’s already April 1st? It feels like we just welcomed in the new year. But it’s already spring (not that you could tell by all of the rain we had over the weekend). Thankfully, the weatherman
Easter Sunday falls on March 31st this year. But the Easter Bunny himself promised to come to Plaza Park a week early. He wants to offer Ventura children a chance to practice for the official big day. How? By participating
Mermaids have tickled our imaginations for decades. From the Syrian Goddess Atargatis (the first official “mermaid” circa 1000 BC) to Arial in Disney’s “The Little Mermaid”, millions of people worldwide celebrate these magical creatures. You, too, can bring your inner
With all of the rain we’ve had lately here in Southern California, it’s hard to believe that spring is just around the corner. But it’s never too early to start planning your next remodel or upgrade. Fortunately, the Ventura Home
Was working on your fitness one of your New Year’s resolutions? Have you ever had your eyes set on running in the Boston Marathon? A good way to get there is by signing up for the Ventura Marathon 2024. What:
Lenders offer a variety of loans to choose from when purchasing a Ventura home. The three most common loans are conventional, VA, and FHA. For credit-challenged buyers, an FHA loan may be their most viable option. FHA Loan Explained Government
Happy New Year! We certainly hope everyone enjoyed the holidays. According to Forbes Health, the #1 New Year’s resolution people set is to improve their fitness. If that falls at the top of your list, then you might want to
Can you believe it? In just one week, we celebrate Christmas Day. Where has this year gone?! For many people, this means spending time with your loved ones. But not everyone is that fortunate. They have to fight to find
When you think of Southern California architecture, what springs to mind first? Italian villas? Spanish revival? Craftsman? In the historic community of Hobson Heights, you primarily see Spanish and Italian influences. Most homes also feature an incredible ocean and/or city
On Thursday, we give thanks for all of the blessings we have experienced throughout the year. Unfortunately, not everyone is as fortunate. Millions of families throughout the United States struggle to make ends meet. That makes celebrations like Thanksgiving and
Thanksgiving Day takes place in just over two weeks from today. We have so much to be thankful for in our own lives. A warm bed. A roof over our heads. Food in our bellies. A loving family. But some
This year, Halloween night falls on a Tuesday. But you do not have to wait until then to enjoy the holiday. In fact, several places around Ventura offer up some Halloween fun the weekend before. Try one of these family-friendly
Most people know about Scotch whiskey and haggis. But did you know that eggnog originated from the Scottish Auld Man’s Milk? And butterscotch candy made its way to our shores courtesy of Scottish immigrants. Even Southern Fried Chicken owes its
Hueneme Beach celebrated the end of summer in August. But summer officially ends on Saturday, September 23rd. So, it seems fitting that that is when the local Rotary Club hosts their annual Ventura Beachside Bash. What: Ventura Beachside Bash 2023Where:
Labor Day marks the unofficial end to summer. (It officially ends on September 22nd.) With summer waning and fall about to start, it only means one thing. The Ventura Art & Street Painting Festival 2023 is almost here! What: Ventura
Kids begin the new school year this week. Only two more weeks until Labor Day. That means the 2023 summer is coming to a close. To celebrate the end of the season, officials host their annual Hueneme Beach Festival this
With so many military bases along the West Coast, we get to see all kinds of aircraft flying above. Pt Mugu put on their annual air show in March of this year. But if you missed that (or just love
If you went to Camarillo’s Heritage Days last weekend, consider it a warm up to the big event…the Ventura County Fair! This year’s county fair takes place from August 2nd to August 13th. And it just might be the biggest
Summertime means festival time in Ventura County. Tomorrow, that will be the Ventura 4th of July Street Fair. Next week, it will be Camarillo Heritage Days 2023. What: Camarillo Heritage Days 2023Where: Old Town CamarilloWhen: 4 pm to 9 pm
Can you believe it? We are already halfway through 2023! In just a couple of weeks, we celebrate our nation’s 247th birthday. If you need something to do to while away the hours before nightfall, may we make a suggestion?
When the Pacific Ocean sits right in your own backyard, you tend to focus on maintaining its health and beauty. But we all should focus on keeping our oceans clean every day. After all, water covers more than 70% of
We hope all of you mamas out there had a wonderful Mother’s Day. We really should celebrate our hardworking, loving mothers every day, though, right? Artists need our love and support as well. Therefore, we hope you make time in
April showers bring May flowers. But they also bring strawberries…lots of strawberries. Whether you enjoy them in a jam, on a biscuit, in a pie, or by themselves, you might want to make plans to visit the California Strawberry Festival
We hope everyone enjoyed their Easter holiday. Now that Easter is over, it’s time to focus on our planet. April 22nd is officially Earth Day. But Ventura Harbor Village wants to celebrate early. After all, every day should be Earth
In February 2023, home sales in Ventura County fell by 52% from the previous February. The median days a home spent on the market before going under contract increased by 66%. That may sound a bit harsh if you are
Easter Sunday falls on April 9th this year. As you can imagine, the Easter Bunny gets very busy this time of year. But he promised to make as many extra visits as necessary to ensure every little boy and girl
March is Mermaid Month 2023 at Ventura Harbor Village. As always, several fun events are planned throughout the month to honor these lovely ladies of the sea. Which one do you look forward to? What: Mermaid Month 2023Where: Ventura Harbor
Buying a Ventura home involves many components. You need to save up for your down payment and closing costs. Then, do you choose a fixed-rate or adjustable-rate mortgage? As of the writing of this post, 30-year fixed-rate mortgage sit at
Are you an ultramarathoner or someone just starting out? The Ventura Seaside Marathon 2023 offers something for all levels of experience and more. Running provides an outlet for exercise with a reasonable cost to perform. No gym membership needed. Just
The rising costs of basic living expenses has everyone looking to save a buck wherever they can. When it comes to selling your home, you can save money by staging it yourself, repairing some things yourself before you list, or
We hope everyone had a great time celebrating the holidays. We certainly did. Our gray skies seem rather appropriate for this time of year. Why? Well, they match the gray whales migrating through our Pacific Ocean waters right now. In
If you plan on financing your Ventura County home purchase, you have a few different choices to make in regards to financing. Conventional? FHA? VA (for the veterans and current military)? Then, there’s fixed-rate mortgage vs adjustable. Each one offers
The holidays are a magical time of year. Thank you to everyone who participated in the Ventura Can-Tree Food Drive last weekend, too. This can be felt particularly in the decorations we see around town and in our homes. Living
In just three days, many of us will be sitting down to a sumptuous meal with our loved ones. And in just five weeks from now, we celebrate Christmas. That usually entails another huge meal with our friends and family.
Our local pumpkin patches stand empty. Halloween is over. Thanksgiving takes place in just over two weeks. Many stores decided to go back to closing their doors on Thanksgiving to allow their employees the chance to celebrate with their families.
Staging your Ventura home is all about putting its best foot forward for potential buyers. By highlighting its most desirable features, you can draw more interest to your home and leave a lasting impression that is sure to help you
Halloween falls on a Monday this year. But several areas around Ventura County offer fun things to do before the big day. In addition to the various pumpkin patches and corn mazes, you might want to participate in some of
The weather finally appears to be cooling off. Thank goodness. October marks the beginning of the end of the year. With it comes the first of several end-of-year holiday events: Halloween. If you need something fun to do with the
We are still experiencing a seller’s market here in Ventura. Low inventory means that buyers sometimes find themselves fighting with other buyers over a Ventura home they love. That is where an escalation clause could come in handy. What is
There must be something about the ocean air. It seems to inspire the best in artists of all mediums. If you love art, then you might want to make the Ventura Art and Street Painting Festival 2022 your destination of
Ever get the itch to do a DIY project? Whenever we do, our favorites involve getting outdoors and mixing up our landscaping features. Whether it’s as simple as installing some lighting or a little more time-consuming like re-plotting plants, a
Moving into a new Ventura County home is an exciting time. You’re probably daydreaming about how to decorate it, what paint schemes to use, and maybe even new furniture. But before you get into the fun stuff, there are some
You’ve found your dream Ventura County home. Now it’s time to cross all your T’s and dot all your I’s before it’s all your own. One of the first items on your closing checklist is the home appraisal. This also
When purchasing a new Ventura County home, you must do in-depth research on all facets of the homebuying process. You need to understand how to best protect yourself and your investment if anything were to go wrong. Check out the
Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned veteran, the negotiation part of the transaction can be a little daunting and stressful. However, negotiating is necessary to ensure that you are getting the best possible deal for your money.
You’ve most likely heard this rule: “save for a 20% down payment before you buy a home”. The logic behind saving 20% is solid. It shows that you have the financial discipline and stability to save for a long-term goal
Hunting for a new Ventura County home online is a great place to start your search. In fact, the National Association of REALTORS® found that 90% of home buyers used their computers at some point during the home buying process
Purchasing a home is arguably one of the biggest financial decisions you will make in your lifetime. As you start your hunt, don’t forget there will be costs associated with your purchase other than the price of the Ventura home.
Easter Sunday takes place on April 17th. But the Easter Bunny plans on making a visit to a few locations around our area to hide eggs beforehand. The fun begins this weekend in Ventura’s Plaza Park and ends the day
According to wedding blog Maroo, California couples pay an average of $39,000 for their wedding. If buying a Ventura home falls next on your list, you need to save up even more money. For an $800,000 home, that means saving
When you’re getting ready to list your home, it’s of the utmost importance to ensure you are showing it in the best light. Taking time to highlight its strengths and repair some of its possible weaknesses can make a big
If buying a new Ventura area home sits atop your 2022 “to do” list, you need to make sure you get your credit in order first. The higher your credit score, the better your interest rate. It might take some
Real estate in Ventura County tends to slow down a little during the holidays. People tend to focus their efforts on Christmas shopping, spending time with family, and holiday parties. We hit our hottest time in spring. But that does
Who watched the fireworks in Ventura County this weekend? They were glorious! It is nice to see a return to some sort of normalcy here in California. Is homeownership next up on your agenda? Oxnard made Forbes’ list of the
California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) Requirements to Qualify To even be considered for one of the California Housing Finance Agency’s loans, buyers must meet certain requirements. First, you must be a first-time homebuyer. That means that you either never owned
Today’s Ventura homebuyer looks for a good home office space (among other things) inside a property. But they also appreciate a nice outdoor living area. After all, being stuck inside our homes for most of 2020 really showed us that
It seems like we battle wildfires here in California every single year. Our dry weather makes us vulnerable to these. Now that temperatures have begun to warm up, our chances of wildfires increase. To help protect your Ventura home as
Yes, even during a pandemic, the Ventura County housing market flourished. If you happened to sell your property in 2020, you need to think about how this affects your taxes. Last year, the government delayed our usual tax deadline date
Being a first-time homeowner can be exciting…and a little scary. Anytime anything breaks, no more calling the landlord. You must fix it yourself. Plus, the expense comes out of your pocket. In your first year of homeownership, the learning curve
Interest rates hit historic lows in 2020. This helped spur on Ventura home buyers to purchase new properties even during these turbulent times. It also brought lenders out of the woodwork, enticing people to refinance their current home loans to