Ventura, CA

Well, it is definitely spring in Ventura County and there are so many fun and enjoyable activities coming up that are not to be missed.

April 23-26 is the big Tennis Tournament in the Ojai!

April 25-26 is the downtown Artwalk in Ventura!

April 30-May 9 is the Music Festival with so many talented artists playing in and around Ventura

May 16 & 17 is the Strawberry Festival in Oxnard.....YUM!

Get tons more information on all these activities at: http://www.venturatoday.net/currentevents.html

You can't help but love this place! Home purchases are up for spring, so if you are thinking of purchasing.... now is the time. We are experiencing more purchasing activity and homes in the $300-500 thousand range are moving quickly often with multiple offers. I love living here and know you would too!

For all your Ventura Real Estate needs: http://www.JanisCalkins.com

Another lucky homeowner has just closed escrow on their dream home! This beautiful home is located in sunny east Ventura in a quiet neighborhood. This newer construction home boasts over 2800 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. This home also has a loft and one of the bedrooms is located downstairs. A 3 car garage provides all the storage you could need!

345 Contra Costa

Ventura, CA 93004

Sold for $660,000

Search the MLS for Ventura Real Estate at:

www.VenturaRealEstate.org

Tuesday March 24, 8:30 a.m.
Ventura County Board of Supervisors meeting
County Government Center Hall of Administration, 800 S. Victoria Ave.
For more information go online to http://www.ventura.org/ .

Tuesday March 24, 6 p.m.
PEAK Spelling Bee
Community meeting room at City Hall, 501 Poli St.
PEAK after-school program hosts fifth-grade Spelling Bee. For more information contact Mario Robinson at (805) 647-7807.

Tuesday March 24, 6 to 8 p.m.
Discussion: Medical Imaging today
Community Memorial Hospital, eighth floor, 147 N. Brent St.
Community Memorial Health System seminar will discuss medical imaging today, including the latest developments, testing and procedures for both heart and breast care. For more information contact (805) 652-5436.

Wednesday March 25, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Workshop: "What To Do When Your Kids Are Driving You Crazy"
Pierpont Elementary School, 1254 Martha's Vineyard Court
Free parenting workshop, "What To Do When Your Kids Are Driving You Crazy" presented by Deborah Fox of Positive Learning. For more information contact (805) 648-6846 or register online at http://www.positiveparenting.com .

Saturday March 28, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Parking Lot Sale
4574 Market Street
Fundraising parking lot sale sponsored by Prudential California Realty to benefit the American Cancer Society. For more information contact (805) 677-7300.

Saturday March 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Main Street Mini Fair
Mini-park in the 300 block of Main Street
Main Street Mini Fair, volunteer artists and musicians offer live music, arts and crafts, and children's activities. For more information contact (805) 648-1902 or email mainstreetfair@yahoo.com .

Saturday March 28, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday March 29, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Ventura College Foundation Marketplace
4667 Telegraph Road in the East lot
The Ventura College Foundation marketplace features antiques, collectibles, arts and crafts, new and used clothing, school and office supplies and more. For more information contact (805) 648-8962.

www.VenturaRealEstate.org

This Saturday, March 21st, is the Household Hazardous Waste Collection for City of Ventura.

It's a no-brainer, but you do need an appointment. Call Environmental Services weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at (805) 652-4525.

I've done it before- they're very organized and expedient with the process and it's a good excuse to clean some of that stuff out of your garage, etc.!