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Finding strength during the Artists Pedro de la Cruz, Maribel Hernandez and Arielle Adorno, right, enjoy the festivities during the opening reception for the March "Women of Strength" exhibit on March 5 at the Vita Art Center & Bell Arts Factory in Ventura. The juried art exhibit focuses on the strength and achievements of women, featuring more than 50 artists spread over three galleries. For more visit www.vitaartcenter.com Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image to see entire set of photos of event
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35th District Assembly candidate Das Williams details his position on gay marriage during a question and answer session. Supporters gathered on Wednesday, March 3 at La Dolce Vita restaurant in downtown Oxnard for a reception for Williams, who is running for the 35th Assembly District. Williams, who is running against Susan Jordan, urged those present to help him bring the message to Sacramento about the urgent needs of the district, which covers Oxnard, Ventura and Santa Barbara. For more information, visit www.daswilliams.org Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image to see entire set of photos of event
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Gallery gets new name, image Gallery 255 owner Sandra McCullough welcomes guests to the gallery's grand opening celebration on Feb. 5, 2010 in Ventura. Performing next to her is artist/musician Xavier Montes. Formerly known as The Seabreeze Gallery, Gallery 25 is open from noon to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday at 255 S. Laurel St. For more information, call 805.861.0624 or click here Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image to see entire set of photos of event
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Dancing for a good cause Amal Duwaik, right, goes from a blur to a classic pose as more than 300 dance enthusiasts of all ages, shapes and sizes came out to the Hueneme High School Gymnasium on Saturday, Jan. 30 to participate in Future Leaders of America's inaugural Zumbathon. The event, sponsored by the high school's Club Herencia Hispana, raised funds for FLA's leadership programs. Zumba is an aerobic workout that fuses salsa, cumbia, merengue and flamenco. Photos by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on images to see entire |
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Community members gathered on Saturday, Jan. 23 at the Oxnard home of Bryan and Lorraine McDonald for a party to support the candidacy of Susan Jordan, right photo in brown coat, who is running for the 35th Assembly District. For more information about the campaign, visit www.jordan4assembly.com Photo left by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Photo right courtesy of Tracy Saunders / Artisfactions.com Click on images to see entire
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Community holds opening reception for(R)EVOLUTION Calendar Marie Gregorio-Oviedo, right, photographer and graphic designer of the (R)EVOLUTION Calendar — Commemorative Centennial of the Mexican Revolution 1910-2010, thanks retired teacher Esther Dominguez, who was among those who came to Café on A — Rudy F. Acuña Gallery in downtown Oxnard on Dec. 22 to celebrate the reception for the calendar, which features 46 local Latino community leaders, with proceeds going to local nonprofit groups and charities in Mexico. For more information on the calendar, contact: mariethephotographer@gmail.com Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image to see entire set of photos of event |
Organizers thank supporters of (R)EVOLUTION Calendar Marie Gregorio-Oviedo thanks those who supported creation of the (R)EVOLUTION Calendar — Commemorative Centennial of the Mexican Revolution 1910-2010, during a reception held on Dec. 22 at Café on A — Rudy F. Acuña Gallery in downtown Oxnard. Gregorio-Oviedo is the calendar's photographer and graphic designer. The calendar features 46 local Latino community leaders, with proceeds going to local nonprofit groups and charities in Mexico. For more information on the calendar, contact: mariethephotographer@gmail.com Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image to see entire set of photos of event |
A season of giving
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Election season?
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A Hollywood celebration
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Smoking Hot at Caliente Comedy Nights Gilbert Esquivel tells the audience how he can solve the nation's economic problems, all with the aid of a burrito truck. No one seemed worried about "Friday the 13th" when everyone put their fears aside to catch the action at the Caliente Comedy Nights held Nov. 13 at Fresh Mex Bar & Grill in Oxnard. The line up also included Pops Cosio, John Diresta and Crazy Randall Gomez, who served as host of the evening's entertainment. DJ Alex G. played Top 40, R&B, Old School, Hip-Hop, Cumbias and other tunes. Fresh Mex traditionally holds its comedy show every other Friday so for an update on their next show, call 805.986.0702 or visit the Fresh Mex advertising web site courtesy of Amigos805 by Clicking here Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image to see entire set of photos of event |
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Oxnard remembers our veterans aster of ceremonies Steve Weber opens the Veterans Day celebration in downtown Oxnard. Weber is Department Historian and Post Commandeer of the American Legion Oxnard Post #48. Hundreds of veterans and supporters gathered at Oxnard's Plaza Park on Nov. 11, 2009 to celebrate Veterans Day and thus remember the fighting men and women who have sacrificed for their country. The event took place in front of the Veterans Memorial Monument at the park. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image to see entire set of photos of event |
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While Sister Teresa Hernández Obando shows off an item of clothing to a prospective customer, Father Cyprian Carlo looks on. The Poor Clare Catholic Sisters from Chalco, Mexico visited Sacred Heart Church in Ventura, California on Nov. 8, 2009 to sell hand made embroidered linens, artifacts and religious articles to raise funds to complete a skills training classroom, and to purchase equipment and program materials needed for the the training center’s operation. The Sisters recruit and prepare indigenous women and poor families for employment in Mexico. The event was organized by the Sacred Heart Church “St. Rose of Lima Outreach to the Poor Committee” in collaboration with the Knights of Columbus and Father Cyprian Carlo. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Video clips by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image to see entire set of photos of event |
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and Frank Martinez share a moment during the opening reception of Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Video clips by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image to see entire set of photos of event |
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Congress of California Seniors hold grand opening
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Celebrating the community
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From Rock to Classical Guitar
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Honoring a nation's birth
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One of the winners of the best dress contest presented by the Mexican Cultural Committee in Ventura County on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2009 at Pacifica High School in Oxnard, California as part of the Mexican Independence Day celebration that will conclude on Sept 15, 2009. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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In response to Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s proposal to cut the school year by up to one week, nine education representatives, ranging from Board Trustees to superintendent to teacher to district counsel, participating in a week-long hunger strike at Plaza Park Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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The Chico band brought the crowd at the Heritage Square to its collective dancing feet on Friday, Aug. 14, 2009 with salsa, rock and oldies. Led by the powerful and melodious voice of Betha Oropeza, the performance was part of the annual Heritage Square Summer Concert Series in Oxnard. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Who is behind those Foster Grants at the Ventura County Fair on Aug. 8, 2009. Residents and visitors by the thousands visited the fairgrounds this past weekend to see animals, exhibits and the thrill of rides. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Ruben Estrada, who has been making music during the last 60 years, Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Lead singer Deidre Contino goes soulful when the "Midnight Train" performed at the Heritage Square Concert Series in Oxnard, California on Friday, July 31, 2009, Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Ruben Estrada performs with his "Estrada Brothers Band" at the "Music Under the Stars" concert series on Aug. 1, 2009. He also played the drums, congas and the piano before settling on the vibes which gives his band its unique sound. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Hope he is not too hot in there? The Salsa Festival mascot takes a stroll Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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"The Main Street Jazz Band" brought its brand of smooth music to the Oxnard Heritage Square Summer Concert Series on July 24, 2009. The band includes Bob Efford on clarinet, far left, jack Wassily on trumpet, "Old Bill" on the trombone, with Gale Graham on keyboard, back row, Bill Jr. on guitar and Ken Lewis on bass. The band, which formed originally back in the 1960's plays danceable tunes and has undergone numerous changes in name and performers over the years. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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"The Folk Collection," a four-member group that play a wide variety of folk tunes from the '50s to the late '60s, performed on July 18, 2009 at Peninsula Park as part of the Concerts by the Sea series sponsored by the Channel Islands Harbor Foundation Inc. in California. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Visitors young and old had a good time Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Abel Magaña is the new executive director of the Oxnard Downtown Management District, which is being managed by the Economic Development Corp. of Oxnard. He takes some time out of his busy schedule to check out downtown Oxnard Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Residents of Oxnard and Port Hueneme, California turned out in droves as the Rock 'n' Roll group "Myst performed July 17, 2009 during the weekly Heritage Square Summer Concert Series in downtown Oxnard. Myst, a local band featured at Cafe Fiore and La Dolce Vita, also performed Rock en español, along with a variety of music ranging from Eddie Money and Santana to Lynyrd Skynyrd. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Runners take part in the 2nd annual Salsa Dash 5k/10K in downtown Oxnard Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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George Spike performs on guitar with a friend Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Hundreds of people with disabilities and their supporters attended the picnic on Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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With the driving beat of Alfonso Smith on bongos, the crowd was moving as "Spice" performed on July 10, 2009 at the Oxnard Heritage Square Summer Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Ventura in 2009 enjoyed its own brand of 4th of July tradition with its annual Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Oxnard celebrated the 4th of July 2009 in style with a musical concert at Plaza Park in downtown. Audience members, were treated to oldies played by the '60s tribute band: Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Oxnard enjoyed an early 4th of July celebration with the Heritage Square Summer Concert Series performance by the "Wonderelles" on Friday, July 3, 2009. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Incendio draws a crowd during the Heritage Square Summer Concert Series Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Frances Simone sings during Fiesta Filipina held June 20-21, 2009 at Oxnard's Plaza Park in downtown Oxnard. The annual celebration, which offered a variety of entertainment showcasing the area's Filipino-American Community. Vietnamese and other food, right, was available at the celebration. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Carnival rides, food, curios and entertainment could be found by visitors to Navy Base Ventura County during the annual Seebee Days celebration, June 13-14, 200 in Port Hueneme, California. Visitors could also take advantage of tours offered to a U.S. Navy ship docked at the Port of Hueneme. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Hundreds of vintage and classic automobiles, like this 1927 two-seater, right, were registered to participate in the annual auto exhibition held at the Oxnard Marina Car Show on Sunday, June 21, 2009. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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The drummer, left, keeps up a steady reggae beat as hundreds of music listeners fill Heritage Square in downtown Oxnard, California on Friday, June 12, 2009 to listen to the Irie Smile band during the Heritage Park Concert. This was the first of a series of concerts that will run every Friday until mid-August. Lawn seating outside the square is free. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Members of Arts for Action are caught in action by local photographer Jess Gutierrez as they paint a mural at the Rodeo Community Center, 451 W. Hueneme Road, Courtesy photos by Jess Gutierrez Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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A father and his two children break into an spontaneous dance on June 7, 2009 at the Channel Island Marina in Oxnard. Area families took advantage of a perfect June day to enjoy the sun and the warm weather before coming back to reality on Monday. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Visitors crowd into the Ventura Main Street Mini Fair on June 1, 2009. The fair, which is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., offers free performances by local artists as well as activities for children. It takes place at the mini park on Main Street between Oak and Palm streets in downtown Ventura, California. The fair continues through late September. Photo by Star Hunter/Shooting Star Communications Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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This young lady gets into the Memorial Day spirit as she waves an American flag and skips along the sidewalk. Hundreds of area residents had a magnificent sunny day at the Memorial Day Celebration at the Ventura Harbor on May 25, 2009. Even tough the Summer season does not start until the middle of June, this three-day weekend has traditionally become the unofficial start of the summer. The gloomy weather lifted early, making the festivity a welcome and less expensive destination for residents Photo by Star Hunter/Shooting Star Communications Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Guitar virtuoso Carlos Gonzáles plays classical compositions written by master musicians of the past and present to a packed audience at the Oxnard Public Library on May 17, 2009. Gonzáles, who grew up a few blocks from the old library building, said he used to go there to read about music and how to improve his playing. Photo by Star Hunter/Shooting Star Communications Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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A record 800 people attended the annual Rebozo Festival held May 17,2009 at the Camarillo Ranch in Camarillo, California. The event raised more than $25,000 for this year's charity: The Ventura County Chapter of Parents of Murdered Children. Photo by Star Hunter/Shooting Star Communications Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Food, fun, carnival rides and face painting could be found at the annual California Strawberry Festival held May 16-17 at College Park in Oxnard, California. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Ventura Artist Hilda Kilpatrick stands next to one of her paintings on May 14, 2009, which was on exhibition at the Ventura Visitors & Convention Bureau in Downtown Ventura. Originally from Trujillo, Peru, Kilpatrick comes from an artistic family who came to Ventura County 11 years ago. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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A mother and son enjoys a fun time on a sparkling beach on May 12, 2009 Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Visitors took time to buy some fresh produce and enjoy the entertainment at the Channel Islands Farmer's market at the Oxnard Marina on May 10, 2009. Arlene Kole launches into a song at the market. Kole sings at anumber of venues in Southern California and has recently recorded a CD of her songs. For more information about Kole, visit www.arlenekole.com Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Amada Irma Perez, a Ventura County based writer, educator and consultant, took some time out of her busy schedule for a book reading for children at the Oxnard Public Library as part of its Dia de los Niños event on May 6, 2009. For more information about her books and schedule, visit www.amadairmaperez.com/ Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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Members of the community gathered during the annual "Destino: The Hispanic Legacy Fund" Grant Reception held April 16, 2009 at the Derby Club at Seaside Park in Ventura. Photo by Carlos J. Licea/Amigos805 Click on image at left to see entire set of photos of event
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