r/ventura

Hey all visiting from south florida, anywhere besides the Channel Islands I can get some photos of new species? I heard maybe some hummingbirds at the botanical gardens
. Any other friendly tips or hotspots ?

That was a seriously hard night for my dogs here. I get that it's fun to light off a couple fireworks but it's like a warzone on the avenue, and down at the state beaches it was even worse. I am dreading going to the beach today because I know there will be so much trash.

Anyone got any info on what its for?

Respectfully Ventura is the least diverse place I've ever lived & I'm still looking for some where to get my hair done as a Black girl without having to go to LA. So if ya know anyone ....

What is the best spot to watch the fireworks this 4th of July at the Channel Islands Harbor?

In 2024, the sidewalk by cemetery park had hundreds of people sitting and waiting for the parade. What’s happening this year? From 10-10:30 this morning I just watched people pack up their chairs and leave. Did I miss the memo?

I wish the bus ran on holidays around here...people still gotta get around to see family and do their shopping

My girlfriend and I are semi new to Ventura, but this will be our first July here. Any recommendations on what to do today? Any good locations for nighttime ?

A week ago someone knocked on my door and left a flyer for Scientology. I didn't speak with them, and I honestly wish I had... But I was wondering if this is something other people have seen? I genuinely did not know they went around town to try to recruit people?

For reference as well, I'm technically in Port Hueneme... But I know the location of Scientology is in Ventura. I figure Ventura neighbors would know better than us if this is normal/a regular occurrence.

<<< also asking because i'm slightly scared of them and I don't know what to expect 😭 very purposefully did NOT scan the QR code on the flyer...>>>

Really trying to find a job at the moment. I have sent many applications the last few weeks and have interviewed with a staffing agency today. Has anybody had any luck with staffing agencies around here? Anybody know who may be hiring? My experience is in a Mexican restaurant that’s now permanently closed in Oxnard, and a few years as a warehouse associate. Thank you guys

was wondering if anybody had any good lowkey recommendations, or any experience with where to park thats easy for someone disabled to get in and out of to watch tonight. thanks all

I’m way up in eastern Kern county, and my great aunt has a will from 20 years ago splitting her estate between my brother and me. All good except there’s a nice home on a big lot…purchased in the 60s for 29k, and now worth over a million bucks. It’s amazing and I’m not complaining, but the state is going to eat our asses up in taxes. I’m trying to get her to come with me to an attorney and get it put into a trust. I’m making progress but she has no interest in talking to the attorney I know locally and trust. I’m coming down in two weeks and I’d like to try and get the process going. Auntie is healthy, but she’s turning 89 😳

So it would be super awesome if anyone had recommendations for a slow-talking, patient, good-with-paranoid-old-ladies attorney? In a decent office in a reputable part of town? I know it’s a pretty specific request, but I’m out of town and have nowhere to start other than cold calling. And then the in-person meet-up could go so sideways that she’ll never step foot in a lawyer’s office again. Thanks in advance for any advice.

Hey all, I'm craving sausage dogs for this weekends, 4th of July. Any butcher recommendations with a variety or do you just stick to a specific brand from the grocery store? Let me know your thoughts.

Appreciate it and thank you.

From the NE. Moved from Brooklyn to Venice a few years ago, and while I love California, I am looking for something different. Would Ventura be right for me? I've always enjoyed visiting Ventura, Ojai, etc. I LOVE Ojai but feel it may be too small for me.

Just looking for a place that feels safe (safer than Venice...) and welcoming. I'm a mid 30s female and I love surfing (esp Mondos), tennis, hiking, dog parks, cooking/farmers markets. Looking to date/find community of people who are friendly, grounded, and not super dogmatic politically.

Any thoughts appreciated x