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Cultural and Community Services | | | | | CULTURAL AND COMMUNITY SERVICES January 2018 DEPARTMENT NEWS “TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD” ACTRESS KICKS OFF “DINNER AND A MOVIE” SERIES AT THE PACC Friday, January 5th, 2018 at 7pm Mary Badham, the Oscar-nominated actress who portrayed Jean Louise “Scout” Finch in the beloved movie "To Kill a Mockingbird," comes to the Oxnard Performing Arts Center as part of their new “Dinner and a Movie” Series which kicks off January 5th with the film and an inspired Southern BBQ meal catered by Bandits Bar and Grill. Seating is limited. Tickets are available at the box office between 12-6pm, Monday thru Saturday, by calling (805) 486-2424 or by purchase online, oxnardperformingarts.com. The remaining “Dinner and a Movie” events take place monthly on Friday evenings. Check website for dates and details. “FOOD FOR FINES” AT THE OXNARD PUBLIC LIBRARY The Oxnard Public Library sponsored a "Food for Fines" program during the holiday season. Patrons were able to return their overdue or lost items along with one canned food donation for each item and have the fines and/or fees waived for those items. Canned food was donated to Food Share and the City of Oxnard’s Police Activities League, to help provide food to needy members in the community. A total of 613 books were returned to the collection, 737 cans of food were donated, and a total of $1,982 in fines were waived. EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT Janice Zaragoza Janice is a Recreation Coordinator for the City of Oxnard’s Recreation and Community Services Division. She has worked for the Division for 13 years in a variety of roles. But today she coordinates mentorship and leadership programs for middle school and high-school aged youth. These offerings focus primarily on community service, education, team-building, and college readiness- themes that reflect Janice’s passion for empowering young people and community building. To learn more about these programs, call the Oxnard Police Activities League at (805) 385-8230 . UPCOMING PROGRAMS EVENTS AT THE CARNEGIE ART MUSEUM EXHIBITIONS Expressions of Life / Ricardo Palavecino On view through February 18, 2018 Over 40 portraits selected from the photographer’s continuing documentary series, which reveals the distinctiveness of individuals, showcase the human spirit. Cinematographer, videographer, and photographer, Palavecino has created imagery for an extensive list of television networks and production companies including: Reuters, Fox, ABC, CBS, NBC, Sony Pictures, Sundance Channel, and KCET’s Departures. FACE UP Portraiture from the permanent collection MUSEUM EVENTS Poetry at the Carnegie: The Jackson Wheeler Series Guest Poets Friday Gretchen and Liz Gonzalez Saturday, January 13 6 pm / $5 / members free CAM BOOK CLUB The book club meets monthly to discuss books thematically chosen to complement the current exhibitions. Join us at our next meeting to discuss: Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah. Thursday, January 18th at 6 pm. Program fee is $5 or free for members. FREE FAMILY DAY Saturday, January 27 at 12:00 - 3:00 pm Spend an afternoon exploring, creating and letting your imagination soar. Drop in for free, hands-on family fun. Families with children of all ages and abilities are welcome. Materials are provided. No reservations required and admission is FREE for the whole family. MUSEUM HOURS Thurs - Sat 10 am -5pm / Sun 1-5 pm $4/ Seniors $2 Closed holidays and between exhibits Visit us at carnegieam.org . CHALLENGER SPORTS Challenger Sports is a program for physically challenged and special needs individuals. Two of our sports will be starting in the month of January. Challenger Soccer - Fridays, starting January 19 at 5:30 pm Challenger Basketball - Saturdays, starting January 20 at 9:00 am For more information, or to register, please visit our class registration page . LAWN BOWLING It’s a new year, so try something new and fun! No need to fly to Great Britain to experience this jolly old game- We have a beautiful lawn bowling green located at Oxnard’s Wilson Park! Our club provides free lessons and free equipment. Set up a session to discover the fun and interesting aspects of this game! For more information or to sign-up for lessons, call (805) 385-8034 or email [email protected] . Located at Wilson Park, 350 North “C” Street, Oxnard, 93030. EVENTS AT THE OXNARD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER For more information on any of these programs, please visit oxnardperformingarts.com . Dinner and a Movie: To Kill a Mockingbird. January 5th at 7:00 pm. Movie at the PACC: The Wizard of Oz. January 20th at 10:00 am Garry Krinsky: Toying with Science. January 24th at 10:00 am & 4:00 pm Oxnard Community Concert Association presents “Tony Pace”. January 27th at 7:30 pm New West Symphony presents “Tchaikovsky Pathetique”. January 28th at 3:00 pm Join the Oxnard Performing Arts Center Corporation Board of Directors You can be the difference! The Oxnard Performing Arts Center Corporation is seeking motivated individuals who are passionate about making a meaningful difference in our community to join our volunteer board. The PAC Corporation proudly and actively supports the center through various activities. The role of the board of directors is to govern and oversee the affairs of the corporation. Do you have: A passion for the arts? A willingness to be a resource in fundraising efforts? Experience in governance, fundraising, marketing and/or finance? To explore this opportunity and receive additional information, please contact Chelsea Reynolds at (805) 385-8147 or email her at [email protected] . EVENTS AT THE OXNARD PUBLIC LIBRARY Winter Magic Show at the Main Library. January 8th at 4:00 pm. Introduction to Cross Stitch for Teens at the South Oxnard Libary. January 15th at 6:00 pm Children’s Science Program with Marta Ulvaeus, at the Colonia Library January 25th at 3:30 pm Games and Building Challenge at the Main Library. January 29th at 4:00 pm Wintery Science with Marta Ulvaeus, at the South Oxnard Library. January 31st at 4:00 pm. Space is limited, sign up at the Library reference desk. For more information on any of these programs, please call the appropriate Library location for the event: Main Branch, 251 South A St.: (805) 385-7500 . Colonia Branch, 1500 Camino Del Sol #26: (805) 385-8108 . South Oxnard Branch, 4300 Saviers Rd: (805) 385-8129 . Commissions and Advisory Boards Library Board: January 8th at 5:00 pm. Senior Services Commission: January 9th at 9:00 am Cultural Arts Commission: January 10th at 5:00 pm Performing Arts Center Corporation Board of Directors: January 17th at TBA Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission: January 24th at 5:30 pm. For more information about these programs and other community groups, please visit us online . The City of Oxnard CULTURAL & COMMUNITY SERVICES • • • Recreation & Community Services Carnegie Art Museum Oxnard Public Library Oxnard Performing Arts and Convention Center OXNARD.ORG ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌


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*January 2018*
DEPARTMENT NEWS
	“TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD” ACTRESS KICKS OFF “DINNER AND A MOVIE” SERIES AT THE PACC Friday, January 5th, 2018 at 7pm Mary Badham, the Oscar-nominated actress who portrayed Jean Louise “Scout” Finch in the beloved movie "To Kill a Mockingbird," comes to the Oxnard Performing Arts Center as part of their new “Dinner and a Movie” Series which kicks off January 5th with the film and an inspired Southern BBQ meal catered by Bandits Bar and Grill. Seating is limited. Tickets are available at the box office between 12-6pm, Monday thru Saturday, by calling (805) 486-2424 or by purchase online, oxnardperformingarts.com. The remaining “Dinner and a Movie” events take place monthly on Friday evenings. Check website for dates and details.
	“FOOD FOR FINES” AT THE OXNARD PUBLIC LIBRARY The Oxnard Public Library sponsored a "Food for Fines" program during the holiday season. Patrons were able to return their overdue or lost items along with one canned food donation for each item and have the fines and/or fees waived for those items. Canned food was donated to Food Share and the City of Oxnard’s Police Activities League, to help provide food to needy members in the community. A total of 613 books were returned to the collection, 737 cans of food were donated, and a total of $1,982 in fines were waived.
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
	Janice Zaragoza Janice is a Recreation Coordinator for the City of Oxnard’s Recreation and Community Services Division. She has worked for the Division for 13 years in a variety of roles. But today she coordinates mentorship and leadership programs for middle school and high-school aged youth. These offerings focus primarily on community service, education, team-building, and college readiness- themes that reflect Janice’s passion for empowering young people and community building. To learn more about these programs, call the Oxnard Police Activities League at (805) 385-8230.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
	EVENTS AT THE CARNEGIE ART MUSEUM EXHIBITIONS Expressions of Life / Ricardo Palavecino On view through February 18, 2018 Over 40 portraits selected from the photographer’s continuing documentary series, which reveals the distinctiveness of individuals, showcase the human spirit. Cinematographer, videographer, and photographer, Palavecino has created imagery for an extensive list of television networks and production companies including: Reuters, Fox, ABC, CBS, NBC, Sony Pictures, Sundance Channel, and KCET’s Departures. FACE UP Portraiture from the permanent collection MUSEUM EVENTS Poetry at the Carnegie: The Jackson Wheeler Series Guest Poets Friday Gretchen and Liz Gonzalez Saturday, January 13 6 pm / $5 / members free CAM BOOK CLUB The book club meets monthly to discuss books thematically chosen to complement the current exhibitions. Join us at our next meeting to discuss: Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah. Thursday, January 18th at 6 pm. Program fee is $5 or free for members. FREE FAMILY DAY Saturday, January 27 at 12:00 - 3:00 pm Spend an afternoon exploring, creating and letting your imagination soar. Drop in for free, hands-on family fun. Families with children of all ages and abilities are welcome. Materials are provided. No reservations required and admission is FREE for the whole family. MUSEUM HOURS Thurs - Sat 10 am -5pm / Sun 1-5 pm $4/ Seniors $2 Closed holidays and between exhibits Visit us at carnegieam.org.
	CHALLENGER SPORTS Challenger Sports is a program for physically challenged and special needs individuals. Two of our sports will be starting in the month of January. Challenger Soccer - Fridays, starting January 19 at 5:30 pm Challenger Basketball - Saturdays, starting January 20 at 9:00 am For more information, or to register, please visit our class registration page.
	LAWN BOWLING It’s a new year, so try something new and fun! No need to fly to Great Britain to experience this jolly old game- We have a beautiful lawn bowling green located at Oxnard’s Wilson Park! Our club provides free lessons and free equipment. Set up a session to discover the fun and interesting aspects of this game! For more information or to sign-up for lessons, call (805) 385-8034 or email [email protected]. Located at Wilson Park, 350 North “C” Street, Oxnard, 93030.
	EVENTS AT THE OXNARD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER For more information on any of these programs, please visit oxnardperformingarts.com. Dinner and a Movie: To Kill a Mockingbird. January 5th at 7:00 pm. Movie at the PACC: The Wizard of Oz. January 20th at 10:00 am Garry Krinsky: Toying with Science. January 24th at 10:00 am & 4:00 pm Oxnard Community Concert Association presents “Tony Pace”. January 27th at 7:30 pm New West Symphony presents “Tchaikovsky Pathetique”. January 28th at 3:00 pm
	Join the Oxnard Performing Arts Center Corporation Board of Directors You can be the difference! The Oxnard Performing Arts Center Corporation is seeking motivated individuals who are passionate about making a meaningful difference in our community to join our volunteer board. The PAC Corporation proudly and actively supports the center through various activities. The role of the board of directors is to govern and oversee the affairs of the corporation. Do you have: A passion for the arts? A willingness to be a resource in fundraising efforts? Experience in governance, fundraising, marketing and/or finance? To explore this opportunity and receive additional information, please contact Chelsea Reynolds at (805) 385-8147 or email her at [email protected].
	EVENTS AT THE OXNARD PUBLIC LIBRARY Winter Magic Show at the Main Library. January 8th at 4:00 pm. Introduction to Cross Stitch for Teens at the South Oxnard Libary. January 15th at 6:00 pm Children’s Science Program with Marta Ulvaeus, at the Colonia Library January 25th at 3:30 pm Games and Building Challenge at the Main Library. January 29th at 4:00 pm Wintery Science with Marta Ulvaeus, at the South Oxnard Library. January 31st at 4:00 pm. Space is limited, sign up at the Library reference desk. For more information on any of these programs, please call the appropriate Library location for the event: Main Branch, 251 South A St.: (805) 385-7500. Colonia Branch, 1500 Camino Del Sol #26: (805) 385-8108. South Oxnard Branch, 4300 Saviers Rd: (805) 385-8129.
	Commissions and Advisory Boards Library Board: January 8th at 5:00 pm. Senior Services Commission: January 9th at 9:00 am Cultural Arts Commission: January 10th at 5:00 pm Performing Arts Center Corporation Board of Directors: January 17th at TBA Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission: January 24th at 5:30 pm. For more information about these programs and other community groups, please visit us online.
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