Oxnard Performing Arts Center Corporation

SATURDAY! Join us for BARKS AND BOOKS, Saturday, June 5 from 11 am to 3 pm in the OPAC Courtyards. It's a free, family-friendly, dog-friendly, literary-inspired and well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome to attend!... Enjoy food trucks + music local author meet + greets book signings artisan vendors Kids Corner w/ therapy dogs + storytime

OPAC, the Oxnard Performing Arts Center Corporation, is pleased to announce the culmination of The Esperanza Project, a year-long programming series addressing Teen Latina Mental Health, with the premiere of the Esperanza Documentary on Thursday, June 3 from 6:30-8:30 pm on Zoom. The series was curated by OPAC’s Artist-in-Residence, Oxnard filmmaker Arcelia Martinez, in an effort to raise awareness about the disproportionately high rates of suicide amongst young Latinas compa...Continue reading

BARKS AND BOOKS! Saturday, June 5 11 am to 3 pm OPAC Courtyard | 800 Hobson Way... www.oxnardperformingarts.com/barks--books.html

Please Welcome Jose Cano - Canosonico, Musician, Producer, Founding Member and drummer for Las Cafeteras, to our Honorary Board of Directors. "I’m a son to immigrant parents who came to Oxnard 40 years ago. I grew up in north Oxnard, went to public schools, community college and was among the very first in my entire family to go off and graduate from college. I always knew I would move back and get involved in my community which is why I’m so grateful to be invited to be part of the honorary board at the OPAC. We can only start to imagine the great potential that exists when all the great young talents of Oxnard can find support and a home for their art within the walls of the OPAC. Honored to lend my support to those who work everyday to make that a reality."

COVID-19 vaccines are now available by walk-in. No appointment is required. There are locations offered throughout the County. Vaccine eligibility is now open to everyone 12 and older. You can also make an appointment at myturn.ca.gov or 833-422-4255. The full schedule of county clinics and mobile events can be found at: https://www.venturacountyrecovers.org/vaccine-information/

You have been with us through the best of times and the most challenging, first with the potential closure of the Center and now the pandemic. OPAC remains here for you - for arts and cultural activities, for community services like COVID testing, PPE, and food distributions, and for our local artists and youth, so that they have a safe and supportive place to be creative. We need your support now more than ever. Please support our work to bring light, hope, and vibrancy dur...ing this most challenging pandemic. Make a donation today at this link: https://bit.ly/39vXahv #givingtuesday

Although we can not gather due to our safety, OPAC is still here for you. Everything from arts and cultural activities, community services such as COVID testing, PPE, food distributions, local artists and youth, OPAC is a safe and supportive place where YOU can be creative. OPAC will continue to serve our community, now and for the long haul. Visit us for more www.oxnardperformingarts.com... #servingourcommunity #oxnard #venturacounty #arts #create #discover #engage #connect #opac #hereforyou See more

This 2021, OPAC will be launching a Teen Art Program thanks to the generous grants from the Reed Foundation for the Arts and the Smith-Hobson Foundation. WE NEED YOUR INPUT! PARENTS & TEENS - We want to know when you prefer classes to be held. Chime in on the poll below. ... A. After school, during the week B. Weekends C. During school breaks (i.e. - Spring Break, Summer Camp) Your responses are greatly appreciated.

Your gift will help us keep the arts alive in #Oxnard. GIVE ONCE; GIVE TWICE. DONATE MONTHLY. https://secure.givelively.org//oxnard-performing-arts-cent All donations are tax deductible. Following special tax law changes made earlier this year with the CARES Act, cash donations of up to $300 made before December 31, 2020, are now deductible when people file their taxes in 2021.... Check out our new awesome stickers designed by local illustrator, Sophie Nguyen & HELP FUND our arts education programs! www.oxnardperformingarts.com www.youtube.com/watch?v=3IYArRnHfYo&feature=youtu.be #venturacounty #arts #community #discover #create #connect

The Esperanza Project is a year-long programming series that addresses young Latina mental health. Learn all about the program, by visiting: www.oxnardperformingarts.com Be sure to follow us on Instagram for more up-to-date information https://instagram.com/the_esperanza_project... Become a part of the program! We are looking to include and feature artists (of any age, background or gender) and their work as it relates to mental health. In the case of the Sin Vergüenza Charlas, we're also looking for artists to lead fun art workshops. CONTACT: ARCELIA MARTINEZ, ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE 805-319-0516

Para la temporada 2020/21, lanzamos una nueva serie de residencia y programación, Esperanza Project, con la cineasta de Oxnard, Arcelia Martinez, centrándose en la salud mental en latinas adolescentes. Aprenda mas sobra el programa, visitando: www.oxnardperformingarts.com... Síganos en Instagram: https://instagram.com/the_esperanza_project En cada uno de los segmentos del proyecto Esperanza (documental, salones, charlas), buscamos incluir y presentar artistas (de cualquier edad, origen o género) y su trabajo en lo que se refiere a la salud mental. En el caso de la serie, Sin Verguenza, también estamos buscando artistas para dirigir talleres de arte. CONTACTO: ARCELIA MARTINEZ, ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE 805-319-0516

Come out and support these amazing young dancers. Who knows? You may just learn a few moves

This holiday, we are extra thankful for our supporters, friends, families and most of all You! We wish you joy & peace in the new year. #oxnard #venturacounty #happyholidays #merrychristmas #christmas #happyholiday

TODAY UNTIL 1PM! Come out to the #Oxnard Performing Arts Center Parking Lot for a FREE HEALTH CLINIC for seniors over 65, happening now! Can’t make it today? Mark your calendars for the next Free Health Clinic Saturday, Nov. 14. #oxnard #venturacounty #healthclinic #saturdaymorning #seniors

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The Art of Zombie Movement Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020 1pm to 2:30pm | OPAC Courtyard You too can join the ranks of the Living Dead!... Unlock your inner zombie in this ghoulishly fun class! We’ll start with group focal exercises and warm-ups and progress to improv games that will help unleash your monster imagination and unlock your Zombie body. Instructor, actor, and director Robert Sanchez will teach techniques that will explore using voice and movement, body awareness, and freedom from self-consciousness. Students will engage in exercises introducing them to acting/movement techniques, including motivation, objectives, observation, and how movement through space all towards developing your individual zombie character! All ages are welcome! Register at: https://form.jotform.com/202656476871162

We’re excited about tomorrow’s first #STEAM virtual bilingual class! Participants picked up their pumpkins today and ready to learn. To register and see all other upcoming classes, visit: OxnardPerformingArts.com #oxnard #venturacounty

Outdoor Dance Camp! Dance lessons are held outdoors in our courtyard (800 Hobson Way). Safe and socially distanced Sign up at www.yoliedancestudio.com

Our Sound Bath event originally scheduled for Nov. 1st, has been moved to Saturday, Nov. 7 at 1 p.m. Calm your body and mind, reduces stress and SIGN UP for this relaxing event. You won't regret it! Visit oxnardperformingarts.com... #oxnard #opac #venturacounty ##relaxation #relax #massage #meditation #selfcare #wellness #spa #yoga #soundbath #vcevents #805happenings #staysafe #healthy #unwind #socialdistance

The final day to complete your 2020 Census questionnaire for us living in California is Friday, Oct. 16, at 2:59 a.m. Respond now at http://2020CENSUS.GOV

Complete the Census NOW! According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the last day to complete the Census is TOMORROW, October 15. Together we can work toward a complete and accurate count in the 2020 Census. my2020census.gov 844-330-2020 or if you still have your ballot, send it out by mail.... #EveryoneCounts

Let’s get counted!

Celebrate Día De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with OPAC! Sunday, Nov. 1 | 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Oxnard Performing Arts Center Free admission | Doors open at 5 p.m. ... Featuring performances by: Club Flor Bonita + Grupo Folklorico Fusion Mexicana Followed by a screening of Coco! This family-friendly event is a safe and socially-distanced drive-in event in our parking lot. Enjoy live performances and a movie from the comfort of your car (or bring chairs to sit outside your car!). Our restrooms will be open and cleaned throughout the event. All cars will receive a package of art activities they can do from their vehicle. We'll have food and artesanias for sale. There will also be a no-touch photo booth and community altars on view. The event is free, open to the public, and is first come first serve. www.oxnardperformingarts.com/diacutea-de-los-muertos-day-of Interested in hosting an alter/ofrenda display? Complete the form at: https://form.jotform.com/202856019242149