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By Andrea Howry
Lighthouse
The 2013 ArmedForces Boxing
Championships have been can-
celed, and as a result, Naval Base
Ventura County wont be hosting
the All-Navy Box-Off this
month.
However, Navy boxers will be
on base Feb. 25 through March
29 to train for the U.S. Nationals,
scheduled for March 30 through
April 6 in Spokane, Wash.
The Nationals are not a mili-
tary event but usually draw box-
ers from the armed forces.
Boxing event KOd
PHOTO BY ANDREA HOWRY / LIGHTHOUSE
Jaxon Workman, 4, takes aim during Winter Wonderland, an annual
event at Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme, that features a
marshmallow roast and 42 tons of snow. More than 1,200 people
attended. Jaxon is the son of EO1 Brent Workman of Naval Facilities
Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center. Story, Page 16.
LOOK OUT!
Armed Forces championships canceled;
NBVCs box-off turns into training camp
for U.S. Nationals
By Andrea Howry
Lighthouse
Brittany Littlejohn, come on
down!
And with that, the 23-year-old
builder constructionman with
Naval Mobile Construction Bat-
talion (NMCB) 5 was on her way
to winning $500 in cash, a wine
cooler, a gas grill and a quad
the last two of which she probably
wont even see until shes back
Price is right for Seabee
PHOTO BY ANDREA HOWRY / LIGHTHOUSE
BUCN Brittany Littlejohn of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 5 shows
a sign and the correct pricetag of the items she won on the long-running
game show, The Price Is Right.
Grayson Sturtevant, 3, plugs his
ears no such luck for his dad,
EO1 Russell Sturtevant of Naval
Mobile Construction Battalion 4
as a C-130 carrying Santa pulls
up next to Hangar 34 at Naval Base
Ventura County, Point Mugu. It
was the start of Operation Holiday
Gift Drop, an annual event for
military families put on by a local
congressman. Page 17
Sailors with Carrier Airborne Early
Warning Squadron 117 sign their
re-enlistment contracts on board
USS Arizona in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
Pages 8-9.
WHATS INSIDE
WHATS AHEAD
The NBVC Chief Petty Officers
Association buys uniforms for local
youth flag football and volleyball
players. Jan. 24 Lighthouse
SEE BOXING, PAGE 23
SEE GAME, PAGE 24
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By Captain Larry Vasquez
NBVC Commanding Offcer
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Happy New Year! Hopefully you all had a great
holiday season with friends and family and youre
ready to kick off 2013 at Naval Base Ventura County
(NBVC).
Weve got a big year coming in 2013, with all
the usual great events, like the Mud Run in May,
Admirals Cup and Armed Forces Triathlons in June
and surf contest in August, plus the return of the Air
Show with the Blue Angels in September! We will see
hundreds of thousands of visitors come aboard our
installation to enjoy everything NBVC has to offer,
and its really going to be our time to shine.
Weve worked hard to upgrade our facilities over
the past year. The Wareld Gym project is coming
to a close, and the new eld outside the Bee-Hive
Gym has gotten a facelift that includes markings for
football and soccer. Were in the middle of renovating
Needham Theater, just months after upgrading the
equipment to accommodate the newest lm technolo-
gies. Our single Sailors can enjoy upgrades in their
liberty centers, and soon, shoppers at the Navy Ex-
change will begin enjoying new offerings in a refur-
bished food court. Those are just a few of the projects
our team has accomplished.
I hope that you are enjoying the benets of living
and working in a community that pushes for constant
improvements, and I want you to feel free to share
your suggestions and desires for our community. As
Ive said before, this is our installation, and together
we can make it the best shore installation in the
Navy.
Keep sending your questions and feedback via this
forum at lighthouse@navy.mil, online using the COs
Suggestion Box at http://cnic.navy.mil/ventura/index.
htm or at www.Facebook.com/NavalBaseVentura-
County. You can also follow us on Twitter at www.
twitter.com/NBVCCalifornia and keep up on the lat-
est news and events.
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COMMUNITYCALENDAR
WOUNDED WARRIOR
TRAINING CAMP:
About a dozen of
the Navys Wounded
Warriors will be training in cycling
and archery at Naval Base
Ventura County, Port Hueneme,
through Jan. 14.
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MISS FIX-IT: With
deployments coming
up, some spouses
may need lessons
to get them more self-reliant
with basic car maintenance. The
Fleet & Family Support Center
is offering Miss Fix-It: Auto 411
from 10 a.m. to noon at the Port
Hueneme FFSC. Information:
982-5037.
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January
SOCCER
REGISTRATION
ENDS: Registration
for youth soccer ends
at the Camarillo,
Hueneme and Mugu youth
centers. For information on the
two soccer programs being
offered starting in February, see
Page 20.
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BIGGEST LOSER:
Another round of the
weight-loss program
sponsored by Morale,
Welfare and Recreation starts
today. Sign up at the Bee-Fit
Wellness Center at NBVC Port
Hueneme. Information: 982-4726.
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SWEETHEART 5K:
Love your body on
Valentines Day. First
lunchtime 5K of the
year put on by Morale, Welfare
and Recreation. Registration 11
a.m.; run at 11:30 a.m. Walkers,
strollers welcome. Info: 989-7378.
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February
PHOTO BY KIMBERLY GEARHART / NBVC PUBLIC AFFAIRS
The newly renovated field outside the Bee-Hive Gym at Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme.
The $1.5 million sports field renovation
outside the Bee-Hive Gym at Naval Base
Ventura County, Port Hueneme, is com-
plete, two months ahead of schedule.
The new artificial turf sports markings
for football and soccer as well as a vibrant
installation seal at the 50-yard-line.
It comes with a few rules to ensure that
everyone can continue to enjoy the facil-
ity for years to come.
Those using the field are asked not to
use metal spikes or spiked shoes on the
turf, as this could puncture or tear the
surface. This means no golf spikes and no
tent stakes or staked-down goals or sports
equipment. Vehicles, other than emer-
gency vehicles, are also strictly prohibited
for similar reasons.
Food and beverages other than water
are also prohibited on the fields surface.
As an artificial field, the turf is subject to
staining, and any spills must be quickly
addressed to avoid damage. Morale, Wel-
fare and Recreation staff at the gym will
have clean-up kits available, but restricting
beverages to water reduces the risk. Pets
are also not allowed on the field.
Signs will soon be posted as a reminder
and will include guidelines regarding train-
ing or booking the field for PRT or stag-
ing exercises. Interested commands may
also call 982-4281 or 982-4749 for more
information or to make reservations.
Sports field outside Bee-Hive renovated
The tax-preparation center at Naval
Base Ventura County (NBVC) Port
Hueneme will open Jan. 30, with a new
format and in a new location.
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
(VITA) program is now self-service
rather than full service. Clients should
bring last years tax return.
Its location is now Building 103,
Classroom 104, at the intersection of
19th Avenue and Harris Street, direct-
ly across the street from the CBC
Bank.
Hours of operation will be from 11:30
to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
and 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays. The
tax center is open through April 13. It
will be closed Feb. 15 and 16 and March
29 and 30.
For any questions about the service,
call Salvador Gonzales in the Navy Re-
gion Legal Service Office at (805) 982-
4548.
Tax prep center
opens Jan. 30
in new location
The cover of the programfor the 1962 Space
Fair, a predecessor of the air show at Naval
Base Ventura County, Point Mugu.
By Vance Vasquez
NBVC Public Affairs
First of two parts
For many of us, the air show at Naval
Base Ventura County (NBVC) Point
Mugu holds memories of when our par-
ents brought us here as children, espe-
cially that one-of-a-kind sound of jet
engines screaming through the sky.
The first Point Mugu Space Fair was
held in 1960 as the space race was under
way. Carnival rides, including a Ferris
wheel, and circus-size tents filled the ramp
in front of Hangar 553. Static display air-
craft from Point Mugu, then a Naval Air
Station, included the P-2 Neptune. Flight
demonstrations featuring the Army Gold-
en Knights and an Army helicopter took
place during the morning and after-
noon.
Throughout the 1960s to the early 1970s,
Air show began
in 1960, called
Space Fair
This years air show at Naval Base
Ventura County, Point Mugu, will take
place Sept. 28 and 29. Look for a story
related to the air show in each edition
of The Lighthouse until the Sept. 19
special air show edition.
SEE AIR SHOW, PAGE 23
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PHOTOS BY ANDREA HOWRY / LIGHTHOUSE
Above, Airman Fred Kusterbeck of the U.S. Air Force plays a video game in the newly
remodeled SurfNet, the liberty center that reopened Dec. 12 at Naval Base Ventura
County, Point Mugu. Its really nice in here, he said. At left, CMCN Daniel Hallock of the
Naval Construction Training Center plays pool.
By Andrea Howry
Lighthouse
A $750,000 renovation of SurfNet, the
liberty center for single Sailors at Naval
Base Ventura County (NBVC) Point
Mugu, paid off with one quote:
This place is awesome!
That was the opinion of Construction
Mechanic Constructionman Daniel Hal-
lock of the Naval Construction Training
Center, who was playing pool shortly
after the Dec. 12 ribbon-cutting at the
newly remodeled facility.
His comments were echoed by Chief
Electricians Mate Ed Manalansan, who
was looking forward to his upcoming
retirement.
Im glad for these young guys, he
said as he looked over the newly tiled
floor, comfortable gaming chairs and
bank of consoles. This is a big turn-
around.
Capt. Larry Vasquez, commanding
officer of NBVC, thanked both Morale,
Welfare and Recreation and Public Works
for putting the effort into a facility for
the bases young Sailors a place where
they can not only surf the Internet but
also play video games, watch movies,
play pool and socialize.
These young Sailors are away from
home for the first time, looking for things
to do, he said. This is a big deal for
them. Without them, we cant do what
the nation expects us to do.
The renovation included ripping up the
old carpeting and replacing it with tile,
installing new energy-efficient windows,
installing an air-conditioning and heat-
ing system, painting the teal and orange
walls a muted gray, renovating the rest-
rooms, replacing the counters, upgrading
the electrical system for computer sup-
port and removing the theater seating.
Now the theater is full of cozy reclin-
ers, thanks to Rent-A-Centers Operation
Just Like Home program, which pro-
vided $15,000 worth of furnishings. In
addition to the recliners, the grant paid
for sofas, tables, televisions and comput-
ers.
This is now very inviting to the Sail-
ors living here, said Deborah Williams,
site manager for community support
programs. It looks great!
SurfNet reopens with new ambience, new furnishings
Deborah Williams, site manager for community support programs at Naval Base Ventura
County (NBVC), cuts the ribbon for the newly remodeled SurfNet. The center has $15,000
worth of furnishings from Rent-A-Center, thanks to the companys Operation Just Like
Home program. Looking on are, from left, Mike Ramos, manager of the Ventura Rent-
A-Center; Spencer Green, district manager of Rent-A-Center; and Capt. Larry Vasquez,
commanding officer, NBVC.
Command Master Chief Terry Piper of
Commander Airborne Command Control
and Logistics Wing at Naval Base Ventura
County, Point Mugu, relaxes in one of the
new recliners in the SurfNets theater.
These young Sailors
are away from home
for the first time,
looking for things to
do. This is a big deal
for them.
Capt. Larry Vasquez
Commanding officer, NBVC
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Whether a student is new to Ventura
County or has been attending school
here for some time, its important for
families to know their options when
choosing a school.
School transfers
There are two types of school trans-
fers: intradistrict and interdistrict. In-
tradistrict is a request to go to a school
within your home district. Interdistrict
is a request to go to a school outside of
your home district. As space is available,
these transfers may or may not be ap-
proved. If approved, transportation is
the parents responsibility. Some districts
begin the request process early in the
calendar year for the next school year.
If a family is requesting an interdis-
trict transfer, it must be approved by the
school district of residence that will be
releasing the student and the school
district accepting the student. Now is
the time to begin this process for 2013-
14, since the request must go through
both school districts.
The priority deadline for requesting
an intradistrict transfer is usually in
February or March.
If a school is placed in Program Im-
provement (PI) due to its inability to
meet Adequate Yearly Progress, a stu-
dent can request a transfer to another
school in the district not in PI, as space
permits. In this situation, transportation
is the responsibility of the school dis-
trict. Districts do have deadlines for the
request. A letter is typically sent home
notifying the family of this option at
the end of summer or the beginning of
the school year.
Charter schools and magnet schools
A charter school is a public school that
operates independently of the school dis-
trict structure. Each charter school has
its own registration process and registra-
tion period. Often the registration period
is the beginning of the calendar year for
the following school year. Transportation
is the responsibility of the parent.
A magnet school operates within a
school district; however, it tends to have
a focus area technology or science, for
example while still fulfilling all Cali-
fornia state standards. Often, enrollment
is based on a lottery that is usually held
early in the calendar year.
Private schools
Although cost and transportation is the
responsibility of the parent, private
schools may offer benefits that some pub-
lic schools are not able to provide, such
as religious education, alternative sched-
ules, specialized instruction or before-
and after-school care. When choosing a
private school, there are many questions
parents should ask concerning teacher
credentialing, school accreditation and
average class size. Private schools are not
accountable to the Department of Edu-
cation to report on student progress.
Home school
This is an option for parents who
choose to take the responsibility of edu-
cating their child. Often, costs are the
responsibility of the parent; however,
there are many resources available for
families interested in homeschooling,
including support groups or virtual
schools to provide support and curricu-
lum.
Some local school districts and charter
schools have also added a home study
component. This allows the student to
do their work primarily in their home
under a parents supervision. However,
there is typically a weekly check-in with
a teacher. Curriculum and books are pro-
vided by the school.
For any questions regarding education
options in Ventura County, please contact the
NBVC school liaison officer at 805-989-5211
or email monica.james@navy.mil.
Nows time to think about school options for 2013-14
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Seabee Chapel
Port Hueneme
Building 1433
Phone: (805) 982-4358
Fax: (805) 982-5364
Protestant
Sunday worship service: 9 a.m.
Choir rehearsal: Wednesday, 6 p.m.
Catholic Mass
Sunday: 11:15 a.m.
Confession by prior appt.: 10:45 a.m.
Wednesday: 11:30 a.m.
Confession by prior appt.: 11 a.m.
Christian Bible Studies
Womens Bible Study: Tuesday,
10 a.m.; Wednesday, 9:30 a.m.,
Duty or Delight: Knowing Where
You Stand With God.
Mens Prayer Meeting: Wednesday,
5:30 p.m.
All Hands Bible Study: Thursday,
11:30 a.m.
Catholic Religious Education
Pre-K through high school
Tuesdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Chapel of Faith
Point Mugu
Building 121
Phone: (805) 989-7967
Fax: (805) 989-7968
Protestant
Episcopal service: 11 a.m.
Catholic Mass
Sunday: 9 a.m.
Confession by prior appt.: 8:15 a.m.
Thursday: 11:30 a.m.
Confession by prior appt.: 11 a.m.
Chaplains serving NBVC
Lt. Cmdr. Jeffrey Han
Command Chaplain
Lt. Lesa Welliver
Staff Chaplain
Father Antony Berchmanz
Catholic Priest
Worship schedule
A few months ago, I saw a very odd
sight along Wooley Road in Oxnard. A
man in a jogging suit was running along-
side the road and had what I initially
thought were two-pound hand weights in
each hand. When I took a second look, I
saw they were not hand weights but
bunched stalks of celery that he was
pumping up and down as he ran.
I am not sure I understand why he was
running with celery stalks. I tried to think
of all the possibilities. Maybe he gets hun-
gry as he jogs and that was going to be
lunch at some point. Maybe he was a
gleaning farmworker. Maybe he couldnt
afford weights and improvised, but then
I thought there were so many other things
he could have used that would have been
more effective and manageable. There is
just no good explanation for this odd be-
havior that I could come up with on the
spot.
As I think about life though, I wonder
if people examining our behavior would
see things that do not add up or make
sense. As were running along trying to do
things that are beneficial for us, are we
carrying things that are completely un-
necessary, uncharacteristic or utterly ri-
diculous? Is there a real purpose for the
things we carry?
January is the month in which we ex-
amine our life and figure out what we want
to improve on, change, transform. We
make our New Years resolutions based
on our findings. It is a time we trimthings
from our lives that are unnecessary.
A wise man in Ecclesiastes 1:14 wrote,
I have seen all the things that are done
under the sun; all of themare meaningless,
a chasing after the wind.
As we run our race called life, are the
things we do beneficial, or do we feel like
we are just chasing after the wind? This is
a good question to ask ourselves as we try
to decide what to change in 2013 to make
improvements.
We can run our best race with a piece
of solid advice from this passage: There-
fore, since we are surrounded by such a
huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith,
let us strip off every weight that slows us
down and so easily trips us up. And let us
run with endurance the race God has set
before us. (Hebrews 12:1)
Run your best race, and may Gods pres-
ence be the strength and sure foundation
of your life!
New year a good time to ask: Are we running our best race?
Chaplains
corner
with Lt. Lesa
Welliver
Staff chaplain
By Andrea Howry
Lighthouse
Sixty-five foster children in Ventura
County received holiday presents in De-
cember thanks to the Angel Tree project
coordinated by Naval Base Ventura Coun-
ty Religious Ministries.
Who knows better than military fam-
ilies what its like to be away from parents
and families over the holidays,comment-
ed Lt. Lesa Welliver, the staff chaplain
who organized the project. I was so
pleased to see people open their hearts
and show that they best understand what
it means to be apart.
Families, command leaders, even stu-
dents in the Naval Construction Training
Center (NCTC) stopped by the Seabee
Chapel and picked up a tag with a childs
name, age, gender and hoped-for gift, then
filled the wish.
The NCTCliaison picked up the names
of six children, and the students filled the
youngsters wish lists.
NCTC students brought in a box
loaded with bags of gifts and theyre
only here for three months, Welliver
said.
Kris Bennett, the district director of
Aspiranet, which runs the countys foster
care program, and Lilia Gurrola, program
manager, picked up the 65 gift bags
Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 12, so the
children would get themin time for Christ-
mas.
We are so thankful for this, Bennett
said.
Perhaps the most touching present of
all was for one girl who said she enjoyed
arts and crafts. The person who chose her
tag bought her an art set full of water col-
ors, oil pastels and colored pencils all
in a box engraved with her name so shell
always have something to call her own, no
matter how many homes she lives in.
Angel Tree project provides gifts for 65 foster kids
PHOTO BY ANDREA HOWRY / LIGHTHOUSE
RP2 Royce Jones loads gift bags into a car
so they can be taken to children in Ventura
Countys foster care system. Waiting behind
her are Lt. Lesa Welliver, staff chaplain, and
Lt. Cmdr. Jeffrey Han, command chaplain.
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Sailors fromFleet Readiness Center South-
west Det. Point Mugu (FRC) continued their
outreach efforts with students from the Gate-
way Community School in Camarillo with a
visit to Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC)
Point Mugu Dec. 19.
Gateway teaches students who have been
expelled from other schools or recently re-
leased from juvenile detention.
For many of them, its a last chance, said
Chief AircrewSurvival Equipmentman Chris-
tian Martin, FRCs quality assurance officer
and one of the organizers of the December
visit.
FRC has an ongoing partnership with the
school, mentoring the students and showing
them that there are other paths they can take,
Martin explained.
For this visit, FRC brought about a dozen
students aboard and showed themaround the
FRC work spaces, then took a short trip to
the Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX)
30 hangar for a briefing and tour of the vari-
ous aircraft the squadron uses.
Also along for the trip was boxer Brandon
Rios, who lives and trains in Oxnard and
whose October win over Mike Alvarado was
named Sports Illustrateds Fight of the Year
for 2012. Rios has also been working with the
Gateway students, helping them redirect their
energy into workouts and physical activity,
Martin said.
Students at last chance school tour FRC, VX-30
Cmdr. Allen C. Blaxton, left, officer in charge of
Fleet Readiness Center Southwest Det. Point
Mugu, talks with lightweight champion boxer
Brandon Rios during a tour of Air Test and
Evaluation Squadron (VX) 30 with students from
Gateway Community School in Camarillo.
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from Gateway Community School in Camarillo during a Dec. 19 tour of the
squadron inside Hangar 372 at Naval Base Ventura County, Point Mugu. With
him is Ships Serviceman 2nd Class Franck Ouedraogo of the Fleet Readiness
Center.
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By Lt. Achala Edirisinghe
VAW-117
For the members of Carrier Airborne Early
Warning Squadron (VAW) 117, participating in
the 2012 Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise
offered multiple professional and personal oppor-
tunities; for five Wallbangers it offered the
chance to re-commit to their Navy service on hal-
lowed ground: the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl
Harbor in Hawaii.
The memorial straddles the remains of the USS
Arizona, which sank during the Dec. 7, 1941, at-
tack on Pearl Harbor, killing 1,177 people aboard.
A wall of names memorializes the fallen, 1,022 of
whom are buried at sea with the ship beneath the
memorial.
One of my family members names is on the
wall, said Aviation Machinists Mate 3rd Class
Charles McCray, referring to Mess Attendant 1st
Class Samme Willie G. McGrady.
VAW-117 Sailors
re-enlist aboard
USS Arizona
PHOTO BY LT. ACHALA EDIRISINGHE / VAW-117
Aboard the USS Arizona, Lt. Cmdr. Manny Lopez administers the re-enlistment oath to, from left, PR2 George Lewis, AT2 Ashley
Schubert, AD3 Charles McCray and AME3 Rebekah Smith, all of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 117.
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Knowing Im re-enlisting in the
place where he died for his country
makes me really proud that Im part of
this tradition, McCray added, noting
his familys long history of military
service.
Other Sailors re-enlisting with Mc-
Cray initially joined the Navy for a
variety of reasons: to find direction,
like Aircrew Survival Equipmentman
2nd Class George Lewis; or to improve
their lives, like Avionics Electronics
Technician 2nd Class Ashley
Schubert.
I came from a rough background,
Schubert said. I wanted something
better for myself.
But when it came time to re-enlist,
Schubert wasnt sure she really wanted
to do it. Her fellow Sailors helped
change her mind.
I mentioned it to one of my Sailors,
and he got really upset. Thats when I
realized that I didnt want to leave my
family, she said, referring to her broth-
ers and sisters in the Navy.
Family, both of blood and of bond,
factored strongly into all five Wall-
bangers decisions to re-enlist.
Aviation Structural Mechanic 1st
Class Jose Barrientosclimaco did it to
make his kids proud.
My eldest took me for show-and-
tell, he said. Theyre so proud of me.
Knowing that makes it easier to deal
with the distance and the time apart.
Aviation Structural Mechanic Safety
Equipment 3rd Class Rebekah Smiths
mother, Arlene, joined her at the memo-
rial to witness her re-enlistment.
My mom was there beside me, just
like shes always been, Smith said.
After re-enlisting, each Wallbanger
received a flag that had been flown over
the USS Arizona memorial, a gift from
their Navy family to remind them of
their commitment to the service and to
one another.
Re-enlisting here, being in the midst
of our heritage puts the next four
years into perspective, Lewis said.
Im not alone on this journey.
Re-enlistment ceremony takes place on USS Arizona
PHOTO BY LT. ACHALA EDIRISINGHE / VAW-117
At the USS Arizona memorial, AD3 Charles McCray looks at the name of a relative, Mess
Attendant 1st Class Samme Willie G. McGrady, who died at Pearl Harbor. McCray re-
enlisted aboard the USS Arizona.
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The four-day Weapons 101 class taught
by the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons
Division will take place three times in 2013
at China Lake.
Dates are Jan. 28-31, April 29 through
May 2 and Aug. 5-8.
The class gives a unique overview to
weapons development and provides an
opportunity to meet experts from each
subject area. It is offered at no cost to
participants in the Engineer and Scientist
Development Program (ESDP) and re-
cently hired journeymen scientists and
engineers. It is also open, by invitation, to
other Naval Air Systems Command and
Naval Sea Systems Command employ-
ees.
The goal of the class is to provide em-
ployees with the bigger technical picture
of weapons by exposing students to the
past, present, and future of weapons de-
velopment. The curriculum includes:
Day 1: Introduction, Weapons Survey,
NAWCWDhistory videos, Weapons Mu-
seum tour, Systems Engineering, Mission
Planning, System Safety/Insensitive Mu-
nitions, Fleet Exercises and Battle-space
Engineering.
Day 2: Guidance and Seekers, Control
Systems, Mid-course Guidance, Aero-
thermal, Airframe, Air Breathing Propul-
sion, Solid Propulsion, and IBar tour.
Day 3: Data Links, Armament Section,
Target Detection Device, Safe Arming
Device, Fuze Contact Device, Warheads,
Explosive Train, Lethality, Power, Weap-
on Software, tour of Machine Shop.
Day 4: Modeling and Simulation, En-
vironmental Tests, Reliability and Main-
tainability, Logistics, Ship Integration and
Aircraft Integration, Test and Integration,
Weapons at War, and a tour of the Range
Control Center.
Class hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30
p.m. Monday through Thursday. Online
enrollment has been moved into the Navys
Enterprise Resource Planning programto
allow credit for the classes and to handle
the administration in a more efficient man-
ner.
For technical questions, contact Rick
Kelly at 760-939-8891 or email rick.kelly@
navy.mil.
For training and registration questions,
contact Joleigh Rafalski at 760-939-3588
or at Joleigh.rafalski@navy.mil.
Weapons 101 series will be taught 3 times during year
By Kimberly Gearhart
NBVC Public Affairs
While most Sailors were enjoy-
ing some down time during the
holidays, the Naval Base Ventura
County (NBVC) Public Works
Facilities Engineering and Acqui-
sitionDivision(FEAD) was burn-
ing the midnight oil, completing
a major, and at times problematic,
resurfacingproject onrunway3-21
at NBVC Point Mugu.
The 11,000-foot runway, which
Lt. Cmdr. Ward Doss, FEAD di-
rector, noted was last paved in
1967, was inneedof a newasphalt
overlay. Because 3-21 crosses the
facilitys second, shorter runway,
both needed to be closed for part
of the projects duration.
NBVCis home tosevenmilitary
aviation squadrons and services
the 36,000-square-mile Point
Mugu Sea Test Range in addition
to several deployable battalions
that dependonthe airfieldtomove
people and supplies. Additionally,
NBVC San Nicolas Island, lo-
cated 65 miles from NBVC Point
Mugu, is reachable in a timely
manner only by shuttle flight.
Our air operations team
worked with local county airports
to support some of our aircraft
during the closure, said Vance
Vasquez, NBVCs deputy public
affairs officer. We had to ensure
that we could continue our mis-
sion.
To minimize the impact on air-
field services and the various mis-
sions supported at NBVC, the
Naval Facilities Engineering Com-
mand (NAVFAC) project, bud-
getedat more than$5 million, was
scheduled for the slowest opera-
tional time of the year the win-
ter holiday season between Dec.
15 and Jan. 1.
But just days into the construc-
tion schedule, the contractor,
Reyes Construction, Inc., encoun-
tered issues while milling the exist-
ing asphalt layer. Workers had
originally planned to mill the top
two inches of asphalt, then resur-
face. Due to the condition of the
subsurface, however, the contrac-
tor needed to mill an additional
inch to find a suitable surface to
repave.
That inch of asphalt and the
extra work it would entail add-
ed $1.4 million to the project.
Under normal circumstances,
it would take a six-month approv-
al and negotiation process to get
that extra money and get the con-
tract modified, Doss said.
Thanks to superb coordination
between NBVC Public Works,
NAVFAC Southwest and Reyes
Construction, we got it done in
two short days.
Then there were the rain de-
lays.
In the end, the project replaced
three inches of asphalt, repaired
the runways shoulders andingen-
eral increased the service life
and look of the airfield at a
total cost of $6.5 million.
It was completed by the Jan. 1
date.
Thats recordtime,saidCmdr.
JimBrown, NBVCs public works
officer.
We fought against the weather,
the clock, unforeseen conditions
andjust about anything the paving
gods of the underworld could
throw at us, said Lt. j.g. Alex
Rovinsky, FEAD construction
manager, and we prevailed.
Mugu runway project
finished in record time
PHOTO BY KIMBERLY GEARHART / NBVC PUBLIC AFFAIRS
This aerial shot shows the nearly completed repaving project at runway 3-21 at Naval Base Ventura County,
Point Mugu. The $6.5 million project was completed in record time.
PHOTO BY LT. J.G. ALEX ROVINSKY / NBVC FEAD
Hot mix asphalt is placed on runway 3-21 during the repaving project.
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By Andrea Howry
Lighthouse
James Thimes grandmother taught
him two key lessons in baking: Always
use cake flour, and always put the dry
ingredients through a sifter before mix-
ing them with the liquids.
His grandmother must have been
onto something, because the hospital
corpsman took first place in last
months bake-off at the Port Hueneme
Commissary at Naval Base Ventura
County.
HM1 Thime of the Naval Branch
Health Clinic Port Hueneme made a
Chocolate Cherry Surprise Cake that
wowed the judges and put him first
among the seven competitors.
Thanks, Grandma! Thime said
when his name was announced.
My grandmother taught me that if
I put everything through a sifter, all the
dry ingredients open up and the lumps
come out, he said. I also made sure
the kids didnt run around so the cake
would fall.
Thime won $300 at the Dec. 12 event,
the second competition sponsored by
the commissary. A chili cookoff was
held Nov. 7.
Our goal is to have an outreach like
this once a month, said Velma Siler,
store director. We want to embrace our
Sailors. Plus, its fun!
The three judges, all masters-at-arms
from NBVC Force Protection, rated
each entry on taste, presentation and
uniqueness.
Each of you did a wonderful job,
said MA1 Lee Van Horne, who judged
with MA1 Christoper Uutela and MA1
Ryan Vanderpool.
Each contestant received cash or a
gift basket.
The real winners, however, were the
customers in the store that day. Every-
one stopping by the judging area was
invited to sample the entries and have
a free slice of cake prepared by the com-
missary bakery.
Taking second place in the competi-
tion and earning $200 was Deanna
Bruchey, whose husband, Steelworker
1st Class William Bruchey, is with the
31st Seabee Readiness Group. She made
Dees CocoNutty Snaps.
In third place and winning $100 was
Michelle Dentremont, whose husband
is Construction Mechanic 2nd Class
Phillip Dentremont with Naval Mobile
Construction Battalion 5. She made
Pecan Rolls with Caramel Sauce.
Morgan Francis, whose husband is
Equipment Operator 3rd Class Dillon
Francis of NMCB 4, made Macaroons
with a Mint White Chocolate Filling.
Karey Judice, whose husband is
Equipment Operator 1st Class Scott
Judice of NMCB 3, made Turtlebacks
and had planned to also bring Pumpkin
Spice Fudge, but it didnt set.
Judice also competed in the chili coo-
koff.
I love this, she said. Its a lot of
fun. I plan to do this every time.
Marjorie Chandler of Port Hueneme,
whose husband is an Air Force retiree,
made a Banana Nut Bread, and Ale-
jandra Barajas, whose husband is Con-
struction Electrician 1st Class Isaac
Barajas, made Walnut Bread.
Hospital corpsman takes first
in commissary baking contest
PHOTO BY ANDREA HOWRY / LIGHTHOUSE
HM1 James Thime of the Naval Branch
Health Clinic Port Hueneme presents his
Chocolate Cherry Surprise Cake at the
Dec. 12 bake-off at the Port Hueneme
Commissary. The cake took first place in
what store director Velma Siler hopes will be
an annual competition.
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By Andrea Howry
Lighthouse
Hundreds of children with parents in
tow visited last months Winter Wonder-
land an event that proved to be, liter-
ally, the only bright spot that day at Na-
val Base Ventura County, Port
Hueneme.
The annual event next to the Youth
Center was held Saturday, Dec. 15, the
same day a mechanical failure took out
power at NBVC Port Hueneme from
10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
As a result, more than 1,200 people
flocked to the event to not only play in
42 tons of snow but also to avail them-
selves of the free hot cocoa and marsh-
mallow roast.
We had generators up, and we rigged
the bathrooms with flashlights,said Am-
ber Melendez, the coordinator of Child
and Youth Programs at NBVC Port Hue-
neme. The only thing we couldnt do
was serve Frito boats.
Frito boats were the last thing on any-
ones mind as kids tossed snowballs,
decorated cookies, had their faces paint-
ed and sat on Santas lap during the free
event that started at 3 p.m. and ran well
past dark, ending just before the power
came back on.
Cassandra Hudson came for the second
year in a row with Brody, now 1, and Ki-
ley, now 3. This time, she also brought
her husband, Construction Mechanic 3rd
Class Zachary Hudson of Naval Mobile
Construction Battalion (NMCB) 3, who
was deployed during last years Winter
Wonderland.
We did this last year and had lots of
fun, she said. Its a lot easier with two
adults.
Parents jumped at the chance to intro-
duce their little ones to snow.
Its his first time,said Aviation Struc-
tural Mechanic 1st Class Finn Andreasen
of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron
(VR) 55 as he watched 19-month-old Ki-
eren experience the touch, taste and sight
of snow. Were fromNewOrleans, where
it has snowed twice in the last 60
years.
Other families enjoyed the snow thank-
ful that it was only on the CYP grounds
and not in their driveway.
We spent three and a half years in
Wisconsin, explained Equipment Op-
erator 1st Class Frankie Cruz of NMCB
3, who came with his wife, Erika, and
their 7-year-old, Chevelle.
1,200 attend Winter Wonderland as base goes dark
His first experience in the snow proved to
be exhausting for 19-month-old Kieren
Andreasen, shown here falling asleep on the
shoulder of his dad, AM1 Finn Andreasen of
Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VR) 55.
Matthew Vizzo, 2, enjoys a cookie he helped
decorate at Winter Wonderland. Matthew
came with his grandma, Janet Alvarez, an
information and referral specialist at the
Fleet & Family Support Center.
PHOTOS BY ANDREA HOWRY / LIGHTHOUSE
Cassandra Hudson watches as her 1-year-old son, Brody, attacks a roasted marshmallow during Winter Wonderland. Brodys dad is CM3
Zachary Hudson of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 3.
Madilyn Sprague, 2, gets ready to throw
a snowball in the toddler area at Winter
Wonderland. Madilyn is the daughter of
Rebecca and BU2 Charles Sprague of the
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By Andrea Howry
Lighthouse
As they are every year, the numbers are
astounding: 900 gift bags, 400 bicycles
row after row of presents lined up in
massive Hangar 34 along the flightline at
Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC) Point
Mugu.
This is amazing! said Capt. Larry
Vasquez, clearly enjoying his first Opera-
tion Holiday Gift Drop as commanding
officer of NBVC.
For the 10th year, U.S. Rep. Elton Gal-
legly, R-Simi Valley, said thank you to
military families by distributing toys and
bikes to children of those on active duty
or mobilized Reserves.
The Dec. 16 event began shortly after
noon with Santa and his helpers disem-
barking a C-130 aircraft next to the hangar
and shaking hands with the hundreds of
children standing in line with their parents
for a gift bag and the chance to receive a
free bicycle or motorized car.
First in line were 2-year-old Chloe and
1-year-old Seeley, who came at 5:30 in the
morning with Mom and Dad, Sherri and
Utilitiesman 2nd Class Kendall Batson of
the 31st Seabee Readiness Group.
We came last year at about 10 a.m. and
didnt get anything, so we came earlier this
year,explained Sherri, who stayed in line
for seven hours despite being 37 weeks
pregnant.
This time, they didnt leave empty-hand-
ed no family did, in fact.
I think its great, Batson said as he
juggled the overflowing toy bags.
Like the Batsons, many families spent
hours together in line, playing board games
and catching up with other families.
Four hours went by so fast, said Sh-
eryl Melbourne, the wife of Chief Equip-
ment Operator Marvin Melbourne of
Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 5
and mom of 4-year-old Amira. This is
such a great thing to look forward to over
the holidays. And you cant beat it for
toys!
For Gallegly, this is a year-round project.
By the time December rolls around, his
home is filled with toys waiting to be
stuffed into gift bags.
It used to be food, he said. Then we
branched out into toys.
This year, he also supplied 500 turkeys
for Thanksgiving.
Gallegly retired from Congress this
month, but his friends say Operation Gift
Drop wont stop.
This will continue, said Jack Howard
of Newbury Park, who has volunteered
with the event for six years.
Families said nothing would please them
more.
Everyone thinks military families have
oodles of money, but thats not the case,
said Corinna Savage, mom to 6-year-old
Kyle and wife of Chief Builder Sean Sav-
age of NMCB 4. Everything helps.
She smiled as she looked into the gift
bag and saw something attached to an
electronic toy.
Look!she said. They gave us batter-
ies! Thats awesome.
Gift bags were separated by gender and
age, so youngsters were guaranteed to find
something theydlike. There were noscenes
out of A Christmas Story no pink
bunny suits for a 9-year-old boy.
Insteadthere were basketballs andradio-
controlled cars, several of which kept their
newowners entertained as they waited for
the bike raffle to start.
Sometimes, Christmas does come ear-
ly.
900 gift bags,
400 bicycles
distributed to
military kids
Capt. Larry Vasquez, left, commanding
officer of Naval Base Ventura County,
looks on as U.S. Rep. Elton Gallegly greets
Capt. David Sasek, chief staff officer of the
base. Gallegly, who retired this month, has
sponsored this event for 10 years.
More than 900 gift bags and 400 bicycles fill a large portion of Hangar 34 the morning of
Operation Holiday Gift Drop on Sunday, Dec. 16.
PHOTOS BY ANDREA HOWRY / LIGHTHOUSE
Santa greets the crowd waiting outside Hangar 34 at the start of Operation Holiday Gift Drop. The first in line arrived at 5:30 a.m.
Marisabella Rivera, 1, falls in love with the
stuffed animal she pulled out of the gift bag
she received during Operation Holiday Gift
Drop. She is the daughter of Maria and UT2
Javier Rivera of Naval Mobile Construction
Battalion 5.
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Help when you need it.
The Fleet & Family
Support Center
Ladies, what would you do if you got a
flat tire while driving? What if your car
started leaking oil?
You might be thinking, Id take it to a
mechanic or Id have my husband fix
it.
Unfortunately, as military spouses, our
husbands leave us at the drop of a hat for
months or years at a time. And how
many times have you left mechanics hav-
ing no idea of what theyve told you?
Here at the Fleet & Family Support
Center, we want to help you avoid those
situations and empower you with the skills
you need to perform your own basic auto
maintenance with our brand-new work-
shop called Miss Fix-It: Auto 411.
Growing up, my dad performed all the
maintenance on our cars. Hed be out in
the garage in his coveralls for hours at a
time working on things that were sure to
leave him dirty and covered in grease.
When I turned 16 and was given the
family clunker to drive, my dad insisted
that I learn some basic things about cars
and how to maintain them before I was
allowed to drive.
You have to take care of the car, he
told me. Its not going to take care of
itself, and Im sure not going to take care
of it for you when youre the one whos
driving it.
With an obvious roll of my eyes, I head-
ed into the garage. A few weeks later, I
emerged with auto skills you wouldnt
believe. I felt like I could take on any Ford,
Chevy or GM mechanic. I knew how to
change a tire, check all my fluids, change
a brake light, headlight and turn signal
and even change my own oil.
I felt empowered.
Today when I go out on the road, I dont
worry about what Ill do if I get a flat tire.
I dont have to pay $40 or more for an oil
change because I do it myself in my garage
for less than half the price. I want you to
have the same advantages, empowerment
and peace of mind. Wouldnt you like to
take care of those things yourself rather
than relying on someone else who will take
your time and money? You can! Join us
for Miss Fix-It: Auto 411 from 10 a.m. to
noon Wednesday, Jan. 16, at the Port Hue-
neme FFSC and learn valuable skills that
will save you time and money.
For information call 982-5037.
And look for future Miss Fix-It work-
shops that cover even more auto skills and
do-it-yourself fixes in your home.
Brittany Barton is a Work and Family Life
consultant at the Fleet & Family Support
Center.
Miss Fix-it class Jan. 16 teaches automobile basics
Empower
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FFSC
Toll-free appointment scheduling ser-
vice: 1-866-923-6478, call 24 hours a day,
seven days a week. Personal, marital, fam-
ily counseling; financial management;
spouse employment; transition assistance;
relocation assistance; life skills workshops
are available at the Fleet and Family Sup-
port Center. Now with three locations:
NBVC Point Mugu, Bldg. 225 next to the
chapel, 989-8146; NBVC Port Hueneme,
Bldg. 1169 behind NEX, 982-5037; Ca-
marillo, Catalina Heights military hous-
ing complex, 913B Calle la Roda, 982-
5037.
All classes at Port Hueneme unless oth-
erwise noted. Call 982-5037 for more in-
formation. Workshops also available in
command spaces. Child care option avail-
able with prior registration.
Career Support and Retention
(Register for TAP classes with your
Command Career Counselor)
Transition Assistance Program
GPS: Mondays-Fridays, 7:30 a.m. to 4
p.m. daily, Jan. 14-18; Feb. 4-8; Feb. 11-
15.
Advancement Seminars: Do you need
help preparing for the enlisted advance-
ment exam? We can teach you test-taking
tips and study skills to improve your
chances to of success! Thurs., Jan. 17, 1
to 3 p.m., Point Mugu; Thurs., Jan. 24, 1
to 3 p.m., Port Hueneme.
Starting a Small Business with SBA
and SCORE: Learn the practical steps to
creating your own business, local resourc-
es, financing options. Thurs., Jan. 24, 5
to 7 p.m.
Corporate Resume Writing: Cutting-
edge resume techniques! Fri., Jan. 11, 7:30
to 9 a.m.; Fri., Jan. 25, 7:30 to 9 a.m.
Interview Skills: Prepare for your job
interview, learn about the interview pro-
cess and conduct mock interviews. Mon.,
Jan. 14, 1 to 3 p.m.
EXCEL Basics: Learn how to use Mi-
crosoft Office Excel 2007 software for
both personal and professional use. Fri.,
Jan. 11, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Port Hueneme;
Wed., Jan. 16, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Port Hue-
neme; Fri., Jan. 18, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at
Point Mugu.
Spouse & Family Employment Work-
shop: Learn important job search skills,
resume basics and more! Tues., Jan. 22,
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Federal Employment & Rsum:
Learn about resumes, relevant websites
and application process for federal jobs.
Fri., Jan. 25, 9:15 to 11 a.m.
Tips for Navigating Temp Agencies:
Learn newideas for securing employment
through a temp agency. Mock interview
skills. Thurs., Jan. 31, 3 to 4:30 p.m., Ca-
marillo.
Deployment Support
Deployment Homecoming: Your
spouse is coming home! Learn what to
expect and how to help both of you make
this a rewarding reunion. Thurs., Jan. 17,
3 to 4 p.m., Point Mugu.
IA Family Connection: Whether this
is your first or 21st experience with IAs,
join other family members and meet the
spouses of deployed service members.
Share your own knowledge of the IA ex-
perience. Thurs., Jan. 17, 4 to 5 p.m.
Command Liaison
The Fleet &Family Support Center can
provide services at your location . Call the
FFSC command liaison at 982-3159 or
email Sandra.Lyle@navy.mil.
Operation Prepare
General information: 982-6251.
Disaster Preparedness: Be informed,
have a plan and make a kit. Come and
learn what emergencies are likely in Ven-
tura County and how to better prepare
yourself and your families. Tues., Jan. 22,
1 to 2 p.m., Camarillo; Thurs., Jan. 24, 4
to 5 p.m., Port Hueneme.
Relocation Assistance
General information: 982-3726.
Ombudsman
General information: 982-6251.
New Parent Support
In-home visitations available for chil-
dren up to 36 months. Call 805-982-4130
for more information.
New Mamas Support Circle: For ex-
pecting mamas and mamas with babies
015 months old. Information, education
and support. Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to
1:30 p.m. No registration needed. Just stop
in!
Playtime for Toddlers: An interactive
parent-toddler playgroup for babies 15-36
months. Tuesdays, 10 to 11 a.m. Midway
Community Center. Call 805-982-5037 for
more information.
Yoga Mamas: For expecting and new
mamas. a gentle stretch. Tuesdays, 12:30
to 1:45 p.m., Bee Fit Center.
Parenting
Teen Parenting (6-part series): Learn
howto communicate effectively with your
teen. Thursdays, Jan. 10-Feb. 14, 1:30 to
3 p.m.
Co-Parenting (5-part series): For di-
vorced or separated parents. Tuesdays,
Jan. 15-Feb. 12, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
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The Fleet & Family
Support Center
Exceptional Family Member
General information: 989-8844.
EFMP Support Network. Get togeth-
er with other EFM members to share in-
formation and support. Tues., Feb. 12, 3
to 4 p.m., Port Hueneme; Tues., March
12, 3 to 4 p.m., Point Mugu.
Victim Advocate Services
General information: 982-5037.
Victim advocates can conduct safety
planning; assist with obtaining emergen-
cy shelter and housing; assist in obtaining
protective orders; provide information on
reporting options, as well as divorce or
custody; provide information on transi-
tional compensation and make referrals
to community agencies. Call 982-4117 to
speak to an advocate.
Sexual Assault Prevention
and Response (SAPR)
If you are a victim of sexual assault,
please call the 24-Hour DoDSafe Helpline
at 1-877-995-5247,
SAPR Data Collection Coordinator
(DCC): SAPR DCCs are responsible for
reporting data related to unrestricted re-
ports of sexual assault. Initial Training
Mon., Jan. 14, 9 to 11 a.m.
SAPR Initial Victim Advocate Train-
ing: Prepares individuals to assist victims
of sexual assault with reporting options,
accompaniments, referrals and crisis in-
tervention. Individuals must be approved
by their command and screened by the
SARC prior to attending the course.
Mon.-Thurs., Jan. 28-31, 8 a.m. to 4
p.m.
SAPR Point of Contact (POC) Quar-
terly Meeting: Information and guidance
to assist commands in meeting Depart-
ment of Navy SAPR training require-
ments. Thurs., Jan. 31, 10 to 11 a.m.
Life Skills Workshops
General information: 982-3102.
Miss Fix-It, Auto 411: Familiarize
yourself with your vehicle and learn how
to perform basic maintenance that will
save you money! Jan. 16, 10 a.m. to
noon.
Anger Management (6-part series):
Practical participative class in respecting
your anger as a tool, reducing the number
of anger episodes and reducing the inten-
sity of anger expressions. Must meet with
instructor prior to start date. Wednesdays,
Jan. 16-Feb. 20, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Point
Mugu.
Communication Skills: Improve rela-
tionships at home, work and play. Wed.,
Jan. 23, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Camarillo.
Goal Setting: Learn how to identify,
prioritize, and achieve long- and short-
term goals through planning and organi-
zational strategies. Wed., Jan. 9, 10 to
11:30 a.m., Camarillo; Fri., Jan. 25, 9:30
to 11 a.m., Port Hueneme.
The 5 Love Languages: Learn the se-
cret to creating a long relationship that
will last a lifetime. Fri., Jan. 29, 5:30 to 8
p.m., Camarillo.
Financial Management
One-on-one financial counseling avail-
able. Topics include money management,
home buying, car buying, retirement plan-
ning and financial planning for deploy-
ment. Call 982-3159 for appointment.
10 Ways to Save Money as a Mom:
Learn ways to save as a consumer. Mon.,
Jan. 14, 10 to 11 a.m., Camarillo.
Command Financial Specialist Train-
ing: E6 and above, must attend all ses-
sions. Call 805-989-1682 to register. Mon.-
Fri., Jan. 28-Feb. 1, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.,
Point Mugu.
Free food distribution
Usually the third Saturday of every
month, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bldg. 19, near
the Pleasant Valley Gate on NBVC Port
Hueneme behind Print Shop on the load-
ing dock. Bring a laundry basket to carry
your items. Food items vary from month
to month. One issue per family. Bring
LES; income guideline statement available
at distribution site. Eligibility: Active duty
E-6 and below or spouse; E-7 with two or
more dependents; or a custodian of a child
who is a family member of active duty
personnel on deployment.
For information, please call Sandy Lyle,
command liaison, at 982-3159 or e-mail
sandra.lyle@navy.mil.
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The Fleet & Family Support Center is
offering free computer classes for people
who want to improve their personal or
professional skills.
Classes are taught in a hands-on, work-
shop-type setting at the FFSC centers at
Naval Base Ventura County Port Huen-
eme and Point Mugu. Personal laptops
are recommended.
Child care is available for military fam-
ilies as long as requests are made in ad-
vance.
Classes are offered in basic and inter-
mediate EXCEL and basic PowerPoint.
Basic EXCELwill cover formatting, short-
cuts, printing preferences, formulas and
more. Intermediate EXCEL will cover
advanced shortcuts, formulas, charts and
referencing.
To register, call work and family life
specialist Michelle Pollock at 982-3102,
or email her at michelle.pollock.ctr@navy.
mil.
Here is the schedule for the next three
months:
EXCELBasic: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Fri-
day, Jan. 11, Port Hueneme; 4:30 to 6:30
p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 16, Port Hueneme;
9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 18, Point
Mugu; 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 8,
Point Mugu; 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday,
Feb. 27, Port Hueneme; and 9:30 to 11:30
a.m. Friday, March 8, Point Mugu.
EXCEL Intermediate: 9:30 to 11:30
a.m. Friday, March 1, Port Hueneme; 9:30
to 11:30 a.m. Friday, March 15, Point
Mugu; 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 19,
Port Hueneme.
PowerPoint Basic: 9:30 to 11 a.m. Fri-
day, March 29, Port Hueneme.
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By Lt. Todd Fowler
COMACCLOGWING
Families of squadronmembers stationed
at Naval Base Ventura County, Point
Mugu, held their annual holiday party
Saturday, Dec. 8, in Hawkeye Countrys
Hangar 554.
Going for something faster than a sleigh,
Santa arrived in one of Carrier Airborne
Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 117s E-
2C Hawkeyes.
Each of the 200 children attending met
Santa, then received a treat and a toy.
The event included several craft tables,
games and a hot dog cookout.
The party was put on by the Command-
er Airborne Command Control and Lo-
gistics Wing, led by Capt. Matthew
Danehy, commodore, and Capt. Todd
Watkins, deputy commodore.
Santa arrives
on Hawkeye
PHOTO BY LT. TODD FOWLER /
COMACCLOGWING
Tyler Ventimiglia, 4 months old, snuggles up
to Santa during the Dec. 8 holiday party put
on by the Commander Airborne Command
Control and Logistics Wing. Tyler is the son
of Arliene and Lt. Cmdr. Matt Ventimiglia
of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron
(VAW) 116.
He forgoes the sleigh for
Wings holiday party
How will you be the change in
2013?
Thats the topic of an essay contest be-
ing put on by Naval Base Ventura Coun-
ty Child and Youth Programs (CYP).
Youth 12 to 18 years old who have not
yet graduated from high school are in-
vited to enter the contest. Their parents
must be active duty military personnel,
Department of Defense civilians paid
from appropriated or non-appropriated
funds, Reservists on active duty while
training, Department of Defense contrac-
tors or active duty Coast Guard.
Essays must be turned in by Jan. 18. The
maximum length is 500 words.
The question can be addressed in one
of three ways:
On a philosophical level, what needs
to be changed in 2013 in your community,
city, state, country or the world?
On a personal level, what will you do
to make a change in yourself in 2013?
How have you already helped change
the world, and how can you spread your
message to others in 2013?
Essays must be typed, and the writers
name, age, sponsors name and phone
number must appear at the top of the first
page. Essays must be printed out and
turned in to one of the three CYP youth
centers: Port Hueneme, Bldg. 1487; Point
Mugu, Bldg. 150; or Catalina Heights,
Camarillo, Bldg. 1124.
One essay will be selected as the winner
and the writer will receive a bicycle. The
winner will be notified by phone, so it is
imperative that the phone number on the
essay is correct.
For more information, call Jake Mun-
yon, youth program director, at 982-
5182.
Essay contest open to teens
The registration deadline is quickly ap-
proaching for two youth soccer programs
at Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC).
Junior World Cup Youth Soccer is for
children 5 to 12 years old. Its a non-com-
petitive league; six games are played on
Saturday mornings. The fee $50 for
military and $55 for Department of De-
fense (DoD) civilians includes a Feb.
16 skills clinic, the six games, a uniform
and an end-of-season trophy.
Registration ends Jan. 15, and the first
game is set for Feb. 23. Volunteer coaches
and referees are still needed for this pro-
gram.
Start Smart Youth Soccer is for young-
sters 3 to 5 years old. The class focuses on
fundamentals, and the five weekly classes
will include drills and scrimmages, with a
focus on sportsmanship. Parents are en-
couraged to participate. Registration ends
Jan. 15, and the first class is Feb. 23. Cost
is $50 for military and $55 for DoD civil-
ians.
Registration forms are available at all
the Child Youth Program facilities at
NBVC. For more information call the
Camarillo Youth Center at 805-383-6240,
the Port Hueneme center at 982-4218 or
the Point Mugu center at 989-7580.
Youth soccer registration ends Jan. 15
A marriage workshop will be held from
6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 5-7 at the Seabee Chapel,
Naval Base Ventura County, Port Huen-
eme. Aspecial dinner from6 to 8 p.m. Feb.
9 officially ends the workshop, which is
open to all married or engaged active duty
military couples. Beginning Jan. 14, the
chapel will receive calls for enrollment and
details. Seating is limited. Call (805) 982-
4358 for details or a reservation.
Religious Ministries holds marriage workshop
A total of 429 pounds of canned food
was collected over the holidays at Naval
Base Ventura County (NBVC) for distri-
bution to needy families.
Food was collected through Dec. 14 at
the Seabee Chapel, NBVC Port Huen-
eme.
It is always wonderful to give a gift to
someone and to receive the joy of seeing
the look on their face when they open their
gift,said Lt. Lesa Welliver, the staff chap-
lain who organized the food drive. At this
time of year though, meeting the basic
needs of a person who does not have food
for the holidays is much more signifi-
cant.
As a Religious Ministries Team, it has
been our gift to be a part of sharing this
blessing with the community who is sup-
ported through the Ventura County Food
Share program.
Food Share serves 74,500 families.
Base collects 429 pounds of food over holidays
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By Andrea Howry
Lighthouse
Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa
Claus proven by two Sailors
stationed at Naval Base Ventura
County who made sure Santa
visited some local classrooms.
The Sailors enlisted help from
50 others to buy presents for chil-
dren at Sunkist Elementary
School in Port Hueneme and Art
Haycox Elementary School in
Oxnard. Teachers placed the gift
bags on their students desks after
the youngsters had gone home,
so the next morning when the
students got to school, it looked
like Santa had visited.
The project started with one
classroom10 years ago, then grew
to three classrooms last year and
was able to expand to six this year
because of the Sailors efforts,
organizers said. Thats 182 chil-
dren.
Aviation Support Equipment
Technician 1st Class Rik Wallace
of the Fleet Readiness Center
Southwest Det. Point Mugu
(FRC) heard about the project
through his wife, Liz, who works
for the Ventura software engi-
neering company that came up
with the project.
He and Naval Aircrewman Me-
chanical 2nd Class Aaron Prath-
er of Fleet Logistics Support
Squadron (VR) 55 enlisted the
help of their friends and co-work-
ers, each of whom received a pa-
per listing a childs first name,
age, clothing size, gender, favorite
color, favorite book topic and
desired toy.
Sailors then went out and
bought each child a jacket, gloves
or mittens, Crayons or colored
pencils, a book and a toy. Some
added more, like a toothbrush or
hairbrush.
Once we started it just blew
up, Wallace said. Some people
took four or five names.
He figured about 30 Sailors
from FRC and 20 from VR-55
took part.
Everyone got really active,he
said. People are really generous
when it comes to kids.
Sunkist first-grade teacher Es-
tella Mendoza has participated
in the Secret Santa program for
several years. She said the chil-
drens faces light up when they
see the gift bags on their desks.
They just walk in and the
presents are there,she explained.
No work gets done that day
well, a little, but not that
much.
She said each child writes a
thank-you note to Santa.
One gift is really a help to
some of these families, she said.
I had one momwho was almost
in tears telling me howhappy she
was that her child was going to
get a gift.
Sailors fulfill wishes of local elementary school students
PHOTO BY ANDREA HOWRY / LIGHTHOUSE
AS1 Rik Wallace, left, of Fleet Readiness Center Southwest Det. Point
Mugu and AWF2 Aaron Prather of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VR)
55 look over the contents of gift bags destined for two elementary
schools in Oxnard. About 50 of their co-workers volunteered to help
purchase presents for the students.
I had one mom
who was almost
in tears telling
me how happy
she was that her
child was going
to get a gift.
Estella Mendoza, teacher
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By MC1 Kim McLendon
U.S. Navy
Sailors fromNavy Operational
Support Center (NOSC) Ventura
County, along with local veterans
in hospice, paid tribute last month
to those lost in the Dec. 7, 1941,
attack on Pearl Harbor during a
Spirit of 45 event organized by
VITAS Innovative Hospice Care
and the Shoreline Care Center in
Oxnard.
This visit was especially impor-
tant to our veterans and our cur-
rently serving Sailors given the
71st anniversary of this infamous
day in history,said Capt. Ronald
Oswald, commanding officer,
NOSC Ventura County.
In residence at Shoreline are 40
veterans whoservedduring World
War II or the Korea or Vietnam
wars or the years between. To
demonstrate the high regard they
hold for these veterans, 19 Sailors
volunteeredtheir time tovisit with
them Dec. 7.
There are fewthings more pre-
cious than our time, and our Sail-
ors seek to showtheir respect and
appreciation to our local veterans
by giving their time and a listen-
ing ear, Oswald said.
Command Master Chief Terry
Delacruz asked those in his com-
mand at NOSC to take time to
remember this historical andsom-
ber day in American history.
Onthis day 2,335 service mem-
bers and 68 civilians were killed
in the one hour and 50 minute at-
tack on our Pacific Fleet 71 years
ago, said Delacruz.
The event began with colors be-
ing presented by the Ventura
County color guard.
Presenting the colors to these
heroes is going to be one of my
greatest memories that I will share
with friends and family for many
years to come, said Hospital
Corpsman3rdClass WilliamGib-
son, NOSC Ventura County. It
was truly an honor to spend time
with them and listen to their in-
credible stories.
A static display of World War
II memorabilia from Touching
History, a touring military mu-
seum, and a POW/MIApresenta-
tion table set by the NOSC pro-
vided a historical and solemn
atmosphere.
Its wonderful to have the
younger military spend time with
our residents,said Shoreline Ac-
tivities Director JoanPonce. They
can relate to each other and share
experiences.
Added Oswald: There is a very
unique bond between those who
have taken the oath of military
service, regardless of their genera-
tion or age. There is a quiet sense
of kinship and understanding of
commonly shared sacrifices and
challenges endured and over-
come.
Master of Ceremonies Lyndsey
Hale, wife of Lt. Rondal Hale, an
instructor for the Civil Engineer
Corps Officers School at Naval
Base Ventura County, Port Hue-
neme, said Dec. 7 was her grand-
fathers birthday, andhe joinedthe
Army two days after the attack on
Pearl Harbor.
Although he is gone now, I
think of himand our many World
War II veterans every December
7 and howthat moment was such
a tragic call to action, she said.
Sailors chat with veterans
during Pearl Harbor tribute
PHOTOS BY MC1 KIM MCLENDON / U.S. NAVY
Chief Yeoman Ryan Arnoldussen of Navy Operational Support Center Ventura County visits with Navy veteran
Kenneth Freberg during a Pearl Harbor memorial event Dec. 7 at the Shoreline Care Center in Oxnard. Full-
time support and Navy Reserve Sailors visited the facility as part of a Spirit of 45 celebration, organized by
VITAS Innovative Hospice Care.
Capt. Ronald Oswald, commanding officer, and IT2 Amber Glessner,
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At this point, we anticipate that at least
five Navy boxers will be here training,
said Kevin Ludwig, who has organized
boxing events on base for the last 15
years.
Among them will be Builder Construc-
tionman Crystal Renfroe of Naval Mobile
Construction Battalion 5, who stole the
show at the box-off two years ago when
she entered the ring as a local boxer and
defeated a member of the Navys official
boxing team, Rhonda McGee, then a mas-
ter-at-arms seaman.
Information Systems Technician 2nd
Class Nicole Saunders, who competed on
last years boxing team, also plans to re-
turn.
The three men who currently plan to
attend are new to the team.
Ludwig said problems started last Oc-
tober when the Marines put their boxing
program on hold for six months due to
administrative issues. Then the Navy and
Air Force didnt have enough qualified
boxers to field a team, so the champion-
ships were canceled.
Until last year, the Army had won the
championships for two decades straight.
Last year, the Marines won.
The location of the armed forces event
had rotated among the four branches of
the military. Naval Base Ventura County
last hosted the event in 2010 and was
scheduled to host it in 2014.
Ludwig said the cancellation of the
championships is bittersweet.
I think its disappointing,he said. But
at the same time, this would not have been
a good event for us. There wasnt a strong
turnout.
He said the Navy requires all its boxers
to have at least five sanctioned fights before
they start training for the champion-
ships.
However, for the U.S. Nationals, these
less experienced boxers can compete as
novices, so they dont need the five
fights.
This way, they can get the experience
and see what its all about, Ludwig said.
The All-Navy Box-Off was scheduled
for Jan. 26 in the Bee-Hive at NBVC Port
Hueneme. Ludwig said the event has been
held for six years and typically draws 500
boxing fans fromthe local community. Ten
boxers attended last year.
The ongoing renovation of the Warfield
Gym would have posed some logistical
problems, Ludwig said. The Warfield shut
down for renovations last year immedi-
ately after the box-off and isnt expected
to reopen until February.
During the last two box-offs, boxers have
taken a break from training and visited
local schools to chat with students about
their lives and their work. Ludwig said that
could happen again this year while boxers
train for the U.S. Nationals.
Boxing program in military takes a hit
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I think its
disappointing. But at
the same time, this
would not have been a
good event for us.
Kevin Ludwig
On cancellation of Armed Forces Boxing
Championships
the Point Mugu Air Showfeatured the U.S.
Navy Blue Angels jet demonstration team
and NAS Point Mugu home-based squad-
rons. TheseincludedAir Test andEvaluation
Squadron (VX) 4, which flew the F-8 Cru-
sader and F-4B Phantom II, and the Naval
MissileCenter, whichflewA-4Skyhawks and
A-3Skywarriors. Somejets evendroppedlive
bombs to demonstrate an aircrafts strike
capability.
Civilian air showacts during this time pe-
riod included Dick Schram, The Flying
Professor,in his Piper Cub as a comedy act
andFrankTallman, alegendaryHollywood
stunt pilot, flying a bright red World War I
Fokker DR-1 German plane. Tallman was
joinedbyJames Appleby, whoflewaFrench-
made Nieuport Model 28, and they provid-
edaturn-the-clock-backact featuringthetwo
pilots duelingduringthe Space Fair. Schram
and Tallman would later die in air crashes;
Appleby died in 2010 at the age of 86 after
breaking his hip in a fall.
During the 1970s anRF-8 Crusader from
VFP-63 would usually begin the show per-
forming a photoflash loop while puffs of
white smoke and photocharge flares were
ejected fromthe aircraft.
The U.S. Air Force DemonstrationTeam,
theThunderbirds, performedfor thefirst time
during the 1971 Space Fair, flying the Mc-
Donnell Douglas F-4EPhantomII.
That same year, Bob Hoover flewhis yel-
lowand black P-51 Mustang, another high-
light of the show. Just last year, Hoover
helpedthe pilot of a P-51 that ranintotrou-
ble over Mobile, Ala., safely land his plane.
AccordingtoFlyingmagazine, thedirector
of the museum that owned the P-51 called
Hoover because Nobodys got more time
in a Mustang or knows more about them.
After the 1974Space Fair, the name of the
event was changed to the Point Mugu Air
Show.
The Royal Air Force sent an MR Mk 1
Nimrod, a maritime reconnaissance aircraft
that flies at highsubsonic speeds, tothe 1979
air show. It was the first andlast appearance
by the Royal Air Force.
Point Muguair shows were amongthe few
toperformlive AIM-9 Sidewinder air-to-air
and Zuni air-to-ground rocket launch and
bomb-drop demonstrations before an audi-
ence. The 1981 show marked the last time
live missiles were launchedbyPacific Missile
Test Center F-14As at an air show.
Air show at Mugu dates to 1960
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from her upcoming deployment.
Littlejohn was one of about 45 Sailors
fromNaval Base Ventura County (NBVC)
who was invited to the set of The Price is
Right, the long-running CBS game show
hostedby DrewCarey inwhichcontestants
try to guess the price of merchandise. They
joined dozens of other members of the
militaryfor the special Veterans Dayepisode
that aired Nov. 9.
Actual taping took place nearly a month
prior, soonahot September day, the Sailors,
wearing their Service Dress Blues made of
wool, headed down to Los Angeles.
We didnt know at that point whod be
pickedfor the show,she said. All we knew
was that they were looking for cheerful
people with lots of personality. I thought,
Cheerful with lots of personality? Im al-
ready that way!
InLos Angeles, all the military personnel
were lined up in groups of 15. Each person
was asked two questions: Are you excited
to be here? And what do you like to do for
fun?
I knewthis was a once-in-a-lifetime mo-
ment, Littlejohn said. So I said that yes,
I was excited to be there, and I said I liked
todance. Theyaskedme what kindof dance
Id do if I went on the show, and I said, Ill
do whatever dance you want!
That got me on the show.
Littlejohn ended up being the only com-
petitor from the Navy.
They told us to have poise and to be
professional, she said, but I knew from
past episodes that everyone was the total
opposite.
So when she heard her name and that
trademark Come on down! she admits:
I kind of lost my mind. Theres no name
for the dance that I did. I was just so ex-
cited.
It was, she said, pretty epic.
Thencame the hardpart. The competitors
had to name the correct price for a wine
cooler. ASeabee in the audience suggested
that Littlejohn say $900, and she was about
to do that when the competitor next to her,
having heard the suggestion, beat her to
it.
So I said $1,100, and I was right on the
nose, she said.
The next thingshe knew, DrewCarey was
handing her five $100 bills.
He was very funny,Littlejohnsaid. He
was really happy, really nice. He hands me
the money and asks me what I do for the
Navy and I tell himIma Seabee construc-
tion worker. Then he quotes John Wayne
in The Fighting Seabees. I found out later
hes prior military.
Carey served six years in the U.S. Marine
Corps Reserve.
Next, Littlejohn competed in the show-
case a gas grill anda quad. She wonthat,
but thenlost the wheel spinonthe Showcase
Showdown.
I was still happy to be on the show,she
said.
So now she has a wine cooler that she
hasnt opened yet Ill probably give it
away, she said $500 that will cover the
taxes onher winnings anda quadanda gas
grill that are expectedtoarrive by February.
Shell be deployed then, but her housemate
has promised to take good care of them.
Ill put them to good use when I get
back, Littlejohn says. Ive never been on
a quad, but I love dirt-biking. And I was
raised barbecuing. My parents own a bar-
becue restaurant in Berkeley, and to this
day Id rather grill than cook!
She said her parents and other relatives
all over the country are proud of her.
Her one regret is that she didnt give a
shout-out toher housemate, Julia Burchell-
Smith.
I gave a shout-out to NMCB5, but not
Julia, she said. I cant believe I did
that.
Maybe some barbecue will make up for
it.
Game show proves lucrative for NMCB 5 Seabee
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Friday, January 11
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Saturday, January 12
2pm: Frankenweenie PG
4pm: Trouble with the Curve PG13
7pm: Looper R
Sunday, January 13
2pm: Hotel Transylvania PG
4pm: House at the End of the Street PG13
All base movies are FREE. Authorized patrons include active duty and dependents, reservists, retirees, and DoD civilians.
Listings are subject to change without notice. For up-to-date movie listings, please call the MWR Movie Line at (805) 982-5002.
Thursday, January 17
7pm: Trouble with the Curve PG13
Friday, January 18
7pm: House at the End of the Street PG13
9pm: Looper R
Saturday, January 19
2pm: Hotel Transylvania PG
4pm: Taken 2 PG13
7pm: End of Watch R
Sunday, January 20
2pm: Frankenweenie PG
4pm: Here Comes the Boom PG
MUGU THEATER January 10 - January 20, 2013
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Blond, 90lb, lst/seen near
rock store. 818-458-2239
Has tags & micro.
REWARD
VCS322454
TAX
DEDUCTABLE
DONATIONS
NEEDED
Clothing, housewares,
electronics, books,
accessories, etc.
Help improve the lives
of individuals with
developmental disabilities.
Call The Arc Foundation
Thrift Stores to
schedule a pick-up
800-228-1413
Also ask us about are estate
services and vehicle
donation program.
VCS322018
1870 FRENCH VESSELIER
AKA China cabinet, hand
carved with glass doors.
$1,200. Matching 1920 art
deco. buffet and china with
glass doors used as bar.
oak with blk marble top.
805-984-1360 VCS321548
ALL CASH
BUYING
All U.S. Silver, Gold
and Copper Coins,
Large & Small Collections.
Foreign Coins. Medals -
Tokens. Gold Jewelry
Broken or unwanted Gold
Jewelry. Scrap Gold
& Silver. Dental Gold.
Sterling Flatware
Watches
1211 Maricopa, Ojai
40 Years Buying
805-646-4904
VCS321813
BUYER of OLD COINS
Coin Collections
Silver & Gold Coins
TOP $$$ PAID
I BUY TOY TRAINS
Old BB CARDS, Old TOYS.
Jeff 805-302-7104 VCS321512
BUYING
Coins 1964 & Older
Dimes - $1.75
Quarters - $4.37
Halfs - $8.75
Dollars - $22.00 & up
C.C. $$ - cased $135
Coin Collections
Gold Coins - Call
Gold Scrap
Mexico Wanted
Sterling Pieces
Pocket Watches
Indian Baskets
Free Appraisals
805-646-2631
VCS321973
BUYING
TOP DOLLAR
PAID!
on quality photographs,
old Hollywood
photographs, autographs
and posters,old documents,
old postage stamps and
envelopes, flatware, art,
old Oriental antiques,
Indian baskets, jewelry,
gold, silver & diamonds.
Top dollar paid.
Ill buy one item or
the whole collection
805-300-2308 VCS322058
$ CASH PAID $
Planning
an Estate
or garage sale?
Call Us-Get More
We come to you
Buying antiques &
fine estate items:
fine jewelry and
costume jewelry,
sterling flatware
& serving pieces,
perfume bottles,
figurines, Lladro,
furn & lots more
Call Carol Now!
818-521-6955
Established 1984.
All of Conejo, Camarillo,
Vta County VCS322069
Classy Vintage N
Collectibles Antiques
1 yr Anniversary. Dwntwn
Oxnard, across from
public library. Offering
complementary antique
evaluations (by appt.)
classyvintage228@yahoo.com
M-T 11a-6p W-Thur. 2p-6p
Sat. 11a-6p
228 South A St. 805-483-1191
VCS322278
I BUY Antique & Black
Powder guns, knives,
military, hunting/pocket,
original or reproduction
ALSO silver coins and
scrap sterling silver
805-646-2168 VCS322317
NEED CASH?
BUYING GOLD
Paying $23.00 per gram for
14 carat. 805-646-2631
VCS321919
WANTED: Swords, Japanese
& Civil War, German
daggers, antique weapons,
military. CASH. All Asian
Antiques Chinese/Japanese.
(818)992-4803 VCS321814
WE BUY GOLD
& SILVER
We Honor All
Competitors
Coupons!
110% Price Match
Guarantee*
Gold Silver
Coins Flatware
Paper Money
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
EXTRA
30% BONUS*
Must present coupon.
Redeemable in stores only. Not
applicable for coins, paper
money and bars. Cannot be
combined with any other offers
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Thousand Oaks, Camarillo,
Oxnard, Moorpark,
Ventura, Simi Valley
Open 7 Days
877.465.3676
*call stores for details
VCS322064
Ad Refrigeration
Repair & Sales
Refrigerators, walk-in
coolers, ice machines, etc
*** From $99.00 ***
FREE Estimates!
Will Pick Up Dead Refrig,
and All Appliances!
805.816.7169
VCS321893
ALL MAJOR APPL
*HAPPY HOLIDAYS*
FREE Service Call w/repair
in Ventura Co.
FREE Appliance Pickup.
Save on repairs and sales
during the economy crisis.
Washers, Dryers, Heaters,
Refrigerators, Ovens Gas
& Electric, Microwaves
35 Years Exp. Vta Co.
Victor 805-302-1866
VCS321946
Announcements
100-170
To our advertisers:
Please check your ad the frst
day and report any issues
promptly. Classifed ads are
charged using an agate line
measurement. Visible lines are
larger for readability and add
enhancement, hence billable
lines may be more than what is
visible to the reader.
105
Found/Lost
150
Special Notices
Merchandise
200-297
204
Antiques And
Collectibles
204
Antiques And
Collectibles
204
Antiques And
Collectibles
204
Antiques And
Collectibles
207
Appliances
Sporting
goods?
vcstar.com/ads
800-221-STAR(7827)
BUYIT.
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207
Appliances
Hesters
Appliance
We Pick up &
Pay Top $$$
For Old Washers &
Dryers, Stoves,
Refrigerators
For Sale Used
Appliances
$99 & up
Over 40yr Exp.
805-487-8833 or
805-487-1060
VCS321650
REFRIGERATOR Hotpoint
top freeze, wht, 4-5 yrs new,
clean, very good cond $175.
805-671-9852 VCS321820
WASHER/DRYER Kenmore
$300/pair. Refrigerator $175.
All very good condition.
805-671-9852 VCS321819
223
Computers/
Accessories
BIG JOE 5500lbs. PALLET
JACK FUNCTION A-1 $265,
Mercury engine 20hp $999.
EvenRude folding leg six
$350. 805-200-8573
VCS322248
227
Exercise Equipment
TREADMILLS Display and
Floor models, excellent
condition, $250 - $400.
(805)671-9852 VCS321816
233
Furniture/
Household Goods
Affordable
Sectionals & Sofas
Custom Sized
Pottery Barn inspired styles
and more, local mfr
showroom factory direct
sectionals sized by the inch
with your measurements.
Hard to fit spaces our
specialty. Best prices,
quality & selection.
Sectionals from $799.
805-302-2138 VCS321921
BRAND NEW
Queen Orthopedic
Pillowtop Mattress Set
Never used, still in plastic
w/warr.Retails $699, sell $160.
All Sizes Available!
Camarillo - 805-830-3314
Simi Valley - 805-651-8461
VCS322196
LAZYBOY RECLINER!
Dark burgundy leather,
like new. $250 805-987-8013
VCS321421
274
Medical Equipment
& Supplies
Electric Hospital Bed,
xlnt cond, head/foot elevation
new mattress, siderails,
$650/obo.
Lazy Boy Reclining Lift
Chair, burgandy cloth, xlnt
condition, NEW $1,475,
Sacrifice $675/obo.
RMC MEDICAL
Buy Sell Rent Repair
805-647-1777 VCS322053
275
Miscellaneous
For Sale
Boxes for moving
only 75 each
250. Used. 805-487-2796
www.riteboxinc.com
VCS321517
CATS CRADLE Thrift Shop
Open Thurs thru Sun 11a-5p
Clothes, jewelry, books/etc.
4160 Market #11, Vta.
805-485-8811 VCS322104
R/Bumper:79-87 El Camino/
Malibu, $100. Hedders 79-83
Montecarlo, $100. Bench
Top Belt/Disc Sander, $50.
Toolbox Grill, $25. Hand
Saw, $25. 18 Volt Impact
Driver, $25. 5 in 1 Nostalgic
CD Recorder & Player, $75.
805-524-1768 VCS322453
VIKING ROSE 600
SEWING, EMBROIDER
MACHINE!
Used once. $250.
805-581-6486 VCS321358
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items offered by active
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All free ads are 20 WORD MAXIMUM.
Paid classified advertising available for remaining
categories and non-eligible personnel.
Submissions:
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Merchandise
Miscellaneous Wanted
FREE ads for the following categories:
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Roommate Wanted
Lost & Found
Automobiles & Trucks
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all Major Appliances.
Help Save our Planet. Call
805-671-9569 VCS321818
297
Wanted To Buy
Best Deal,
Call us first!
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car running
or not!
Cant find the
pink or
registration?
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805.754.9839
VCS321480

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plus uniforu allowance
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and rewarding career in
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applying to be a Custody
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Located close to the beach, just 60 miles north of Los
Angeles, Community Memorial Hospital is a 242 bed
non-profit, acute care facility, committed to provide
quality patient care in an environment that promotes
clinical excellence and innovative leadership.
We offer some of the best benefits in the industry, along
with great career choices, training, and leadership
development. At our facility, our employees share their
enthusiasm for life as well as for helping others. As you
balance your work life with your other passions, were
there for you every step of the way.
CMHS offers excellent benefits, such as Medical, Dental,
Vision, Life, and AD&D insurance. We also offer a
comprehensive 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spending
accounts, paid time off, and a variety of other great
benefits.
If you are interested in joining teams that meld quality
care and compassion to create an environment of
excellence, please take a moment to discover more about
what its like to work at Community Memorial Health
System.
CMHS is an EOE/AA Employer
Responsibilities:
Supports Network Administration (including backup,
security management, user account management, e-mail
systems including e-mail web server, internet access,
office systems and applications support).Supports server,
network and desktop hardware, software and
applications. Performs technology needs analysis. Rolls
out hardware and software to ensure optimal deployment
of resources. Plans, implements, and supports the
network and computing infrastructure plan. Manages
small to medium sized projects according to agreed upon
budgets and schedules. Assists with technology planning
through ongoing research. Provides clear and concise
training and documentation on operational processes.
Meets with customers, internal and external, assuring
documentation is clear and understood. Analyzes,
identifies, evaluates and documents customer needs and
current systems to determine system requirements and
insure future needs for patient care, regulatory
requirements and dailyoperations are met. Analyzes
present processes/programs for enhancements to improve
data integrity Provides operational support for
applications including data integrity, maintenance,
training and vendor interaction.
Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree or equivalent, or 5 or more years
experience in network administration and MCSE
certification, Three to five years of experience working
with Hospital Information Systems, supporting
application software, analyzing business problems,
network administration, and network security.
Specialized knowledge of integrated hospital systems.
Knowledge of analysis, debugging and standard project
management tools.
Knowledge of Information Systems current technology,
systems analysis and procedures. Active Directory,
Exchange Email administration, project management
methodologies. Meditech applications desired.
Please apply on-line at www.cmhshealth.org
VCS322036
297
Wanted To Buy
BUYING
JUNK
CARS
TOP
$ $ $ $ $
PAID
UP TO
$1,000
Running or
Not Running
Licd Dismantler
pickthepart.com
(805)
933-5557
VCS322147
I BUY HIGH-END
RANGES AND
REFRIGERATORS,
805-671-9569 VCS321817
WE WILL BUY
YOUR
VEHICLE
Licensed & Bonded
Dealer.No smog required.
WWW.
TRADEINSDIRECT.COM.
2219 E Thousand Oaks
Bl.#205 .Thousand Oaks
Ca. 91362 FREE
appraisal and offer to buy.
tradeinsdirect@
sbcglobal.net
(805)496-2967
VCS321869
Pets &Supplies
300-315
310
Cats/Dogs
Supplies/Services
Online Classifeds. Buy or Sell.
vcstar.com/ads
AUSSIE SHEPHERD
MINIATURES REG. $400
2 black, Tris, 1F,
1M with tails.
805-529-2163 VCS321629
310
Cats/Dogs
Supplies/Services
BLUE NOSE PITBULL,
Female, spayed, shots. Pink
toe nails with a personality
to match. 805-798-4878
VCS321999
DACHSHUND PUPPIES
2 Males. Ready to go!
$400. Call 805-312-5649 or
805-386-4270 VCS322289
DACHSHUNDS AKC $500
661-769-8807 or 661-333-4697
www.aaapuppydogs.com
VCS321516
DOG Malti-Zu
Males & Females,
Adorable Malti-Zu
puppies, great family
pets. $300 and up (1
tea-cup left) $300.00
(818)266-7920 VCS321937
HAVANESE Really cute and
fun puppies. Male and
Female from $900.
www.myplayfulpuppy.com
805-320-1246 VCS321675
KITTENS SPECIAL $75.00!
Sat & Sun 11-5 @ PetCo/Vta
& PH, 4160 Market & Donlon
805-485-8811 VCS322103
LABRADOR Puppies AKC
blacks & yellows,
xlnt pedigree guar $700,
established since 69
brueggerlabradors.com
Near Magic Mountain
209-604-4445 VCS307356
VCS322407
PUG PUPPIES
AKC, Purebred, Males $300,
Females $500. Call
805-499-5410 VCS321976
SHIH TZU PUPPIES AKC
Beautiful color, small size
$500. www.lovelyshihtzu.com
805-415-8661 VCS321698
SIBERIAN HUSKY
Female, 10 weeks old,
1st shots, $750/obo.
805-315-6564 VCS321968
Volunteers Needed
With Retail Experience.
Cats Cradle Rescue Thrift
Shop. Wed thru Sun 11a-5p
805-485-8811 VCS321513
YORKIE - AKC - M & F
Beautiful Yorkie Puppies.
Microchipped. From $700.
www.myplayfulpuppy.com
805-320-1246 VCS321674
Employment
500-585
540
Help Wanted
Air Cond Installers &
Journeyman Service Techs.
Installers all levels. Techs
min 10 yrs. F/T, Benefits,
Good DMV must. West
Coast A/C, 3430 Galaxy Pl,
Oxnard (805)485-1410
VCS322400
Air Cond Installers &
Journeyman Service Techs.
Installers all levels. Techs
min 10 yrs. F/T, Benefits,
Good DMV must. West
Coast A/C, 3430 Galaxy Pl,
Oxnard (805)485-1410
VCS321355
540
Help Wanted
Apt. Maint Tech -
Groundskeeper
Santa Paula - 4 properties
3 years exp. Bilingual
(Eng/Spanish). Salary +
benefits. Send resume to
Laura 805-620-9294
VCS322359
Auto Sales
VENTURA
TOYOTA
BIG VOLUME
DEALERSHIP
Needs energetic and
motivated sales
professional
to join our team,
6,000 GUARANTEE
TO START
We will train.
See dealer for details.
We offer:
Top Commissions
Bonuses
Promotions
401k
Health Benefits
APPLY IN PERSON
See Octavio Fierros
805-650-0510 ext: 264
VCS322016
Auto
Service
Greeters
Thousand Oaks new car
dealership seeking
Service Greeters. Call in
confidence to 805-732-8889
VCS321522
GOLD COAST ACURA
Seeks a highly motivated
Salesperson. Qualified
individual must have auto
sales and computer exp.
Performance bonus and
commission and full health
benefits. Greg or Ron
805-642-3600 or Email:
ron@goldcoastacura.com
gregm@goldcoastcura.com
VCS322095
Lighthouse for Women &
Children (Christian non-
profit) is seeking: Admin.
Coordinator (FT) - prepare
statistical reports, write
grants, speak to organiza-
tions; Associates Degree in
Office Management/Secre-
tarial Skills, 1-2 + years
homeless ministries exp;
bi-lingual preferred. Email:
cassie.sorenson@erescue
mission.org or fax to
805-385-4126 VCS321348
Manager, Commercial
Analysis
Amgen Inc. has an opportu-
nity for a Manager, Com-
mercial Analysis. Reqs:
Masters & 2 yrs exp; &
exp w/project mgmt; quan-
titative techniques & statis-
tical analysis; SAS
programming. Job site:
Thousand Oaks, CA. Send
resume to: Ref. #84SVBF,
Global Mobility, Amgen,
Inc., One Amgen Center
Drive, MS: B36-2-C, Thou-
sand Oaks, CA 91320. No
phone calls or e-mails pls.
Must be legally authorized
to work in the U.S. w/o
sponsorship.EOE.
VCS321926
540
Help Wanted
Ventura Toyota
is expanding!
Great opportunities for:
Used Car Technician
Reconditioning Techs -
Smog License a plus
Positive, fast paced
working environment.
Must have clean driving
record. Apply in person
to Service Director or
submit your resume to
sbada@venturatoyota.com
VCS321906
BUS OPERATOR
$15.77-$22.14/hourly range
Excellent benefits &
CalPERS pension plan.
This recruitment will
close at 4pm, on
January 11, 2013. See:
www.goldcoasttransit.org
to submit your
application. VCS322221
Appliance Co.
HOLIDAY
RUSH
18+ Workers
Needed at Once
805.532.2132
Interviewing Today!
VCS321331
COMPUTERS...
Senior Agile PLM Develop-
er in Simi Valley, CA. Sup-
port, upgrade, & maintain
Oracle modules. Perform
reqs gathering, activities
support dvlpmt, coding, &
setup testing. Reqs: BS + 5
yrs of exp. Apply: Xavient
Information Systems, Inc.,
Attn: S. Presutto, Job ID#
SAPD05, 2125 N. Madera
Rd., Ste. B, Simi Valley, CA
93065. Work assignments of
a few months to a few
years in various unantici-
pated U.S. locations.
VCS321885
Managers - QA in Simi
Valley,CA. Manage QA pro-
jects. Coordinate and man-
age testing for web & data
warehouse apps. Control
team productivity and met-
rics for mgmt reporting.
Reqs: 3 yrs of college level
ed. in Comp Sci, Engrg, or
rel. field + 5 yrs of exp.
Apply: Xavient Information
Systems, Inc., Attn: S. Pre-
sutto, Job ID#MQA9, 2125
N. Madera Rd., Ste. B, Simi
Valley, CA 93065. Work as-
signments of a few months
to a few years in various
unanticipated U.S. loca-
tions. VCS321948
540
Help Wanted
Dental Assistant
for Back Office
P/T Experienced.
2-3 days per week.
Fax resume: 805-484-3221
VCS321728
DRIVER
OReilly Auto Parts
Distribution Center
of Moreno Valley, CA is
seeking a remote driver to
operate a commercial truck
from our company fleet and
provide safe, timely, and
quality deliveries to our
stores and surrounding are-
as. The Driver must live in
the Oxnard / Ventura area.
Requirements: Current
Class A CDL with Hazmat
endorsement required.
Qualified applicants must
be able to pass pre-employ-
ment drug and alcohol tests
as well as DOT physical.
Salary commensurate with
experience.To apply for this
position please send resume
and salary requirements to
acatona@oreillyauto.com
VCS321479
540
Help Wanted
Electrician - F/T, Journey-
men & trainee electricians.
Full benefit package.
West Coast Power Solutions
3430 Galaxy Place, Oxnard
Must apply within.
805-485-4433 VCS321404
ELECTRICIANS
Established Electrical
Contractor is seeking
Certified Journeyman &
Apprentices for Santa
Barbara & Ventura are-
as. Xlnt pay & great
benefit package, (medi-
cal, dental, vacation, 401k
& more).
Fax resume 805.684.2260
or Call 805.684.1010
VCS321706
Buy it. Sell it. Find it.
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Religious Education
Director: F/T; Nonprofit
Christian church; plan and
coordinate religious pro-
grams; Bachelor of
Theology + 5 yr exp or 5 yr
related. Resume:
The Korean Presbyterian
Church of Thousand Oaks @
390 Arcturus St., Thousand
Oaks, CA 91360 VCS321982
540
Help Wanted
Residential Electrician
Must have piece work
experience. LA & VTA
County. Fax resume:
805-499-0824 VCS321566
DIRECTOR of
NURSING
30 Bed Psychiatric Hopsi-
tal in Oxnard specializing
in Eating Disorders seeks
Registered Nurse with
supervisory & psychiatric
experience. Moving Al-
lowance. Signing Bonus.
Resume with degrees,
licenses, work & salary
history to fax:805-512-8744
Attn: Dr.Rader or email:
Rader@RaderPrograms.com
VCS322414
540
Help Wanted
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Acoustic Ceilings
RemovalsResprayPaint
1 Day Svc.
www.keysacoustic.com
FREE Estimates!
Mike 805-208-6281
lic# 416345 VCS322231
Carpentry
SIGNATURE FINISH
CARPENTRY, INC
Bonded/Insured/Licensed
Crown Molding Doors
Wainscot Mantles
Columns Etc
www.SignatureFinishInc.com
805-558-0551
Lic#948934 VCS321940
Carpet Cleaning
Lees Maintenance
Powerful Truck Mount
Carpet Steam Cleaning
Upholstery / Rugs
*3 Rooms...$60
*Pet odor/Scotch guard
*Tile grout clean/Polish
*Floor strip/ Wax
*Complete House clean
805-987-3071 VCS322319
Carpet Repair
CARPET REPAIR
& CLEANING &
TILE CLEANING
Stretching Patches
Carpet to Tile
Carpet Rescue
805-483-0899
(Lic #787080) VCS321319
Access
stories and features about new housing
communities. Visit VCSHOMES.com
Computer
Services
On-Site Computer Repair
Service for home and
businesses. Apple and PC.
Repairs, Service, Virus
and Spyware removal,
New PC Setups, iPhones
etc. 15 yrs exp.
Local, call for appt:
805-443-0900 VCS321320
Concrete Work
CLARK & SONS
CONCRETE
Driveway/RV PadPatios
Pool Decks Sidewalks
No Job Too Small
805-583-0480
LIC#408242 VCS322271
Construction
RECESSION
RATES
For all your home
improvement & more.
Fast, Free Estimates
creatbldr@verizon.net
805-382-0464
818-312-2308
Lic#342943 VCS322381
RECESSION
RATES
For all your home
improvement & more.
Fast, Free Estimates
creatbldr@verizon.net
805-382-0464
818-312-2308
Lic#342943 VCS321311
Doors
TIMS CUSTOM
DOORS
Over 200 Styles
French Swing Sliders, All
Brands, Locks. Hardware,
Moldings. Wholesale Prices.
25 Years Experience!
(805) 527-5808
Lic #724376 VCS321857
Drafting
VCStar.com/garagesales
Online garage sale map.
Every Friday P.M.
ARCHITECTURAL
Design & Drafting
REMODELING
ADDITIONS
NEW CONSTRUCTION
EXPERIENCED
805-444-7371
(LIC # C10380) VCS322192
Electrical
Contractor
AROUND TOWN
ELECTRIC
BEST VALUE!
Since 1981
Experienced Contractor
Greg & Steve Mendonca
Specializing in Residential
Jobs & Repairs at
Reasonable Rates.
No Job Too Small
805-988-0636
Lic #407590 VCS321426
Electrical
Contractor
Conejo Valley
Electric
Lighting Specialist
Recessed & Landscape
Anything Electrical!
Family Owned
* FREE Estimates *
SERVICE CALL $50
Cool off whole house, Attic &
Gable Fan Specialists.
Supply a ceiling fan & we
will install it for you. $149
We install ALL
Wall Mount, Flat Screen
TVs, Speakers & Network
Systems.
Will Beat Anyones Price!
805-497-7711
818-259-4055
www.conejoelectric.com
Lic#922260 VCS321815
Fencing
JOSES
FENCES
Wood Fences & Gates. New
or Repairs Vinyl Fencing &
Wrought Iron. Chainlink.
Block Walls. Best Prices.
Prof Installation
Free Est/Senior Discounts
805-443-3817 or
805-483-5699
Ins/Lic#798198 VCS311138
VCS322154
REDWOOD &
CEDAR FENCING
GATES REPAIRS
20 YEARS EXP
805-983-2252
Lic #08-00090751
VCS322374
Firewood
Grade A Firewood
For a Low price
Cut & Cured & Split
Free Delivery and
Free Stacking
within reason.
805-444-5504
VCS322323
Search for available jobs.
vcstar.com/jobs
SEASONED
WINTER
FIREWOOD
Oak, Almond, Eucalyptus
& Mixed, 16& 22 Available
VC Woodcutters
805-987-6792 VCS322284
Flooring
HARRIS
HARDWOOD
FLOORING
37 Year Veteran
Master Craftsmanship
Sales and Installation
Refinishing and Repairs
805-654-0969
Greg. Lic 643309 VCS322178
Gardening
JJS GARDENING
Landscaping General
Cleanups Haul Trash
Sodding & Seeding Tree
Planting and Pruning
Stump Removal.
Good Prices!
* FREE Estimates *
805-760-2204 ; 805-986-0370
Lic#1119461 VCS321854
Handypersons
CHUCK STOUT
HANDYMAN
All Trades:
Plumbing, Tile, Electric,
Drywall, Painting, Windows,
Framing & Carpentry.
30 + years in Conejo Valley
FREE Estimates
805-499-2860
Lic# 771801 VCS321918
HANDYMAN
Stucco, Fencing, Drywall,
Doors, Paint Texture,
Plumbing, Tile, Roof
Repair, Carpentry,
Windows, Concrete.
All Work Guaranteed
805-491-8330
St lic/bond 905329 VCS321787
lights plumbing
doors carpentry
locks cabinets
painting
Tim Voorhees 527-5808
LIC #724376 VCS321858
PARAMOUNT
Heating,Plumbing,Electrical
Painting, Drywall, Stucco,
Carpentry, Windows, Doors,
Landscaping & Hauling.
FREE Est & Sr. Discounts
No Job Too Small!
Richard 805-815-8745
Lic#086358 VCS322177
Hauling
ALS
HAULING!
7 Days-FREE Estimates!
(805)485-9334
Tree/HedgeTrim and
Chain Saw
Yard Rototilling
Garage Cleanups
Appliance Removal
* Will Haul Big or Small *
Lic. 94-06169 VCS321614
CJ HAULING
* Real Estate Clean Up
* Jacuzzi Removal
* Yard & Garage Clean Up
* Fence Removal
* Concrete, Demolition
Debris & More
FREE Estimate Anytime!
805-252-3836
VCS322382
Hauling
MATTS ALL HAUL
WE DO IT ALL!
Real Estate Clean-up
Construction Clean-up
Trash & Yard Clean-up
Demolition Services
Landscape Construction,
Bobcat Services
We Pick-up Scrap Metal
FREE ESTIMATE
805-643-HAUL(4285)
lic #084142 VCS321870
Titos Hauling
& Fences
LANDSCAPING
TREE REMOVAL
GREAT PRICES!
Any Demolition
Garage/Yard
Clean Ups
Concrete Work
Wood Fences
Jacuzzi Removal
New Lawn
Sprinklers
SENIOR DISCOUNTS
Cell (805)890-3239
VCS322322
House Cleaning
HOUSECLEANING over 20
years exp. Excellent, fast
efficient & thorough work
at modest prices, and...
I DO WINDOWS
and gutters. I also love
to help the elderly as needed.
Have xlnt references.
805-201-8585 VCS321853
Maid In America
Housecleaning
Services
Paul Lopez
Owner/Operator
23 Years Serving the
Conejo Valley
(805)499-7259
Lic/Bonded/Insured
(#08033) VCS321980
Lees Maintenance
Professional
Complete Clean
HouseStoreBuilding
JanitorialConstruction
Move in/out
Regular/onetime
Carpet-Truck Mounted
Windows/Blinds/Wallwash
Floor strip/wax/Tile grout
Kitchen/Bathroom clean
987-3071
Service local since 1986
VCS322320
Landscaping
JOSES
LANDSCAPE
& Tree Service
New LawnsNew Sprinkler
Systems All Repairs
Synthetic Grass Install.
Concrete & Masonry Work
Clean-ups Weed Abatement
All Your Landscape Needs
Free Est. / Senior Discounts
(805)443-3817
(805)483-5699
Ins/Lic#798198 VCS322153
Moving
ADVANCED
MOVING
We Make Moving Easy
Locally Owned
No Job Too Big or Small
*Free Boxes*
805-584-2007
Cal T#182606 VCS321514
Paint Contractor
AAA Pacific Coast
Construction
Kitchen & Bath Remodels
Paint & Drywall Specialist
Interior/Exterior Painting
Acoustic Removal/
Retexture
Reasonable Rates
FREE ESTIMATES
WE DO IT ALL !!
Guaranteed Quality Work
Call Matt 805-443-4608
Lic# 579047 VCS321862
DONE RIGHT
PAINTING
Quality Since 1989
Contractor.....
does his own work.
Lots of Referrals!
All work guaranteed
Residential
Full Preparation
* FREE ESTIMATES *
805-522-1698
Lic/Ins #575354 VCS322179
PAINTING
C & R WEST COAST
SERVICES
Comml & Residential
Interior & Exterior
Free Estimates!
Quality @ Reasonable Rates
805-647-4900
Insured/Lic635809 VCS321613
Plumbing
Clogged Drains?
$50 DOLLAR
ROOTER MAN
Any drain or sewer line
unclogged only $50! 24 hr/ 7
805-758-9420
Insurd/lic#B13894 VCS321515
Rain Gutters
RAIN GUTTERS
St. Patricks
We will climb and clean
your rain gutters.
FREE ESTIMATES
805-760-8079 or
805-760-8900
Insured VCS321745
Roong
JLG ROOFING
DBA Gils Roofing Co.
New Roof, Re-Roof,
Flat Roof, Woodwork
Owner on every job!
Free Estimates!
All Work Guaranteed!
www.JLGRoofing.com
805-816-9414
Lic #885763
Insured/Workers Comp.
Accepting Visa/MC/Discover
VCS321453
Fast & Dependable
Quality Work
(805)487-8189
www.ericksonsroofing.com
Free Estimates.Insured
Lic #734346 VCS321861
ROOFING
REPAIRS
Winter is now
here. Is your roof
weather proof?
Specializing in all types of
roofing and roof repairs.
Incl gutter work, any dry
rot repair/painting /install
incl carpentry.Inspection/
repair Pipes, fireplaces,
no job too small
Free estimates
All work guaranteed
24 hour services
33 years experience
805-428-7651
VCS322168
Sprinklers
BOBLETTS
SPRINKLER SVC
*Repairs *Timers
*Trouble Shooting
*System Tune-Up
*Upgrade Existing
Systems
805-804-7785 VCS322172
Tile Contractors
JONATHANs TILE
Master Craftsman
Showers Floors
Bathroom Remodels
Back Splashes
Wood Flooring
We will beat any written
estimate by 5%.
(Estimate must be from
insured/licensed contractor.)
805-443-3843
www.venturacountytile.com
Lic#736631 and Insured
VCS322281
Tree Services
LOW COST
TREE REMOVAL
Expert Trimming
Stump Grinding
Yuccas & Shrubs
Free Estimates
JOHN APPEL
(805)649-4759
VCS322068
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VCS128663
PART - TIMETEMPORARY
PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER CLERK
(not to eceed 6 months)
FiIing DeadIine: Open UntiI FiIIed
SALARY- $16.48 - $2.3 per Hour
Under general superision, transmits and receies emergenc and routine
communications ia telecommunication and radio equipment; performs a ariet
of clerical duties; and perform related ork as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES PERFORMED - Duties ma include, but not limited to
the folloing:
On rotating shifts, including eekends and holidas, communicates cit
police and fire personnel, ambulance serices, and other emergenc and
non-emergenc agencies.
Cooperatiel handles citien inquiries at public counter and oer telephone.
Maintains complete and detailed records of all communications and actiities.
Maintains files of correspondence, identifications, suspects, prisoners'
records, departmental reports and other matters pertaining to departmental
actiities and operations.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Transmits and receies messages ia telecommunication and radio
equipment, requiring clear oral communication and auditor capabilit.
Operates office equipment, including computers, tpes arious reports,
logs and records.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 18 ears of age. Graduation from high school or
equialent and one ear of general office or radio dispatch eperience. Successfull
completion of P.O.S.T. communications/dispatcher academ ithin one ear of
appointment. Abilit to speak Spanish desirable.
Cit appIication required. Appl at Cit of Santa Paula, 97 Ventura St,
Santa Paula. For more info, isit our ebsite at .spcit.org or call (85) 933-427.
Healthcare
Clinical Lab Scientist
Ojai Valley Community Hospital an affiliate of
Community Memorial Hospital is a non-profit,
community-based acute care facility dedicated to serving
the 35,000 plus residents of the Ojai
Valley. Our 103-bed facility, which includes a continuing
care center, is fully accredited by Det Norske Veritas
(DNV), and licensed by the California Department of
Health Services. In addition we also operate a primary
care clinic in the Ojai
Valley -- The Oak View Family Practice Clinic and the
Keeler Center for the study of Headache.
We provide inpatient, outpatient, and skilled
nursing services for mostly primary and secondary care
needs. In addition we operate a 24-hour standby
emergency room facility. Our staff is committed to
providing exceptional care and comfort to each patient
within our facility. Our highly trained staff of physicians,
nurses, management, and volunteers work closely
together to ensure the best in health care services. Ojai
Valley Community Dental,
Vision, Life, and AD&D insurance. We also offer a
comprehensive Retirement plan, flexible
spending accounts, paid time off, and a variety of other
great benefits. If you are interested in joining teams that
meld quality care and compassion to create an
environment of excellence, please take a moment to
discover more about what its like to work at
Community Memorial Health System.
CMHS is an EOE/AA Employer
Responsibilities:
(1) On- Call Position Available Assists the section
supervisors in maintaining the highest levels of clinical
and pathological laboratory services to all customers of
CMHS. Performs all
automated technical blood bank, microbiology,
hematology, coagulation, urinalysis and chemistry
technical procedures as required. Maintains smoothly
functioning section or shift as assigned. Is able to
function as a lead in the absence of section including
supply.
Effectively deals with peers and hospital personnel.
Resolves issues within authority limits and
recognizes authority limits. Completes required reports
within allotted time frames. Maintains a safe
environment in the laboratory. Assists in education,
training and practice of safe work habits of fellow
employees. Performs
instrument maintenance and quality control.
Takes corrective action as
required. Participates in performance improvement
activities. Maintains strict patient confidentiality and
recognizes age-specific criteria.
Qualifications:
Required:
Current CA Clinical
Laboratory Scientist License
Bachelors degree from a four-year College or
University or one to two years related experience and/or
training; or
equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:
Recent experience in a Clinical Laboratory of an acute
care facility is preferred.
VCS322038
Healthcare
Occupational Therapist
We offer some of the best benefits in the industry, along
with great career choices, training, and leadership
development. At our facility, our employees share their
enthusiasm for life as well as for helping others. As you
balance your work life with your other passions, were
there for you every step of the way.
CMHS offers excellent benefits, such as Medical, Dental,
Vision, Life, and AD&D insurance. We also offer a
comprehensive 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spending
accounts, paid time off, and a variety of other great
benefits.
If you are interested in joining teams that meld quality
care and compassion to create an environment of
excellence, please take a moment to discover more about
what its like to work at Community Memorial Health
System.
CMHS is an EOE/AA
Employer
Responsibilities:
Provides evaluation and treatment to a variety of in and
outpatient diagnoses. Performs initial and on-going
assessment according to department policy and scope of
practice. Documents the treatment and relevant
information according to organizational policy and
regulatory status.
Qualifications:
Current licensed Occupational Therapist in the State of
California. One (1) to two (2) years acute care
experience is preferred. Professional experience and/or
training in both inpatient and outpatient areas preferred,
including pre-graduate clinical internships. Current CPR
certification is required
VCS322037
540
Help Wanted
Healthcare
Case Manager
We are seeking a
Full-Time status
licensed/pre-licensed
Marriage Family
Therapist or
Licensed/pre-licensed
Clinical Social Worker to
facilitate psycho-
education and process
groups as well as
complete psychosocial
assessments and conduct
family therapy sessions
in an acute inpatient
psychiatric setting for
adults and adolescents.
Experience working with
chronically mentally ill
adults as well as group
facilitation is preferred.
Must have some weekend
availability. Bi-lingual
Spanish a plus. If you are
interested and meet our
minimum requirements,
please submit your
resume along with 3
professional references
that can be contacted to
verify your experience
to: sarah.green@
aurorabehavioral.com or
fax to 805-653-1373.
Pre-Employment
Background Check &
Post-offer Drug
Screen/Physical Exam
Required. Contact:Sarah
Green,MFT Supervisor of
Case Management
805-626-5290 Mon.-Fri.
8am-4:30pm
sarah.green@
aurorabehavioral.com
VCS322041
Healthcare
Physical Therapist, CA
licensed for busy T.O. ortho
practice. Must be exp.
Prod. bonus. Fax to:
818-901-4517 or
smoreno@scoi.com
VCS322025
Healthcare
Therapist MFT/MSW
Intern-(unpaid)
We are seeking
MFT/MSW Interns with
some experience to
facilitate groups/case
management in an acute
inpatient psychiatric
setting. Applicants should
have experience with
chronically mentally ill
adults, and some group
experience preferred. We
are looking to fill
vacancies Mon.-Fri.
9am-5:30pm with some
weekend availability
required, minimum 3
days per week, for a 1
year commitment. Please
do not apply if you are
unable to complete the
one year commitment as
an unpaid Intern. You
will receive training and
supervision with all
populations ages 12-older
adult. If you are
interested and meet our
minimum requirements
please submit your
resume, including 3
professional references
to: sarah.green@
aurorabehavioral.com
and/or call 805/626-5290
Mon.-Fri. 8am-4:30pm for
more information. We
conduct background
checks and drug screens
on all Interns offered a
position. VCS322042
540
Help Wanted
Palms at Bonaventure,
Venturas Assisted Living
Community is hiring for a
Resident Services
Coordinator (LPN/LVN)
We need a people-focused
professional to address
service issues of our
residents. Must have
current CPR/First Aid
certification. We offer
competitive compensation
and a great work
environment. Send cover
letter and resume via fax:
805-647-0361 or email:
palms.hiring@HawthornRet.com
EOE. VCS322161
Landscape Gardener
Plans lawns, plants & culti-
vates them, using garden-
ing implements & power
operate equipment.Plan
new & repairs established
lawns, using seed mixtures
& fertilizers recommended
for particular soil type &
lawn location.Mows & trims
lawns, using hand mower
or power mower.Trims
shrubs & cultivates gar-
dens.Cleans grounds using
rakes,brooms & hose.Instit-
ue sprinkler systems to
achieve maximum water-
ing. Purchases requisitions
& enters orders for account-
ing purposes.Advise cus-
tomers as to what
measures should be taken
to achieve maximum aes-
thetic effect;2/yrs exp. req.
$31,533.00/yr 40/hrs/wk plus
1 1/2 o.t.,job site Thousand
Oaks.Applicants send this
ad your resume/letter of
qualifications to VEMGO-
GREEN.Attn:Efrain Me-
nendez,1540 Thousand Oaks
Blvd, Thousand Oaks,CA
91360.Mailing address P.O.
Box 7655,Thousand oaks,
CA 91359 VCS321754
Lighthouse for Women &
Children (Christian non-
profit) seeking: Lead Case
Manager (FT) case man-
agement duties, staff super-
vision - 5 years experience,
Bachelor Degree required,
Masters preferred; bi-lin-
gual preferred. Email:
cassie.sorenson@erescue
mission.org or fax
805-385-4126 VCS321386
540
Help Wanted
Fleet Mechanic
Rover
$27.45 - $31.82 per hour
Immediate opening for an
experienced Class A or
Class B Fleet Mechanic.
Will maintain and repair
diesel and gas fleet trucks
as a rover within Ventura
and Nipomo, CA. Requires
2 yrs full time work exp
directly related to
Automotive / Truck Repair
& demonstrated capability
to perform vehicle
diagnosis, maintenance and
repair. Candidate should
have proven quality record
and employment history,
sound decision making
skills. Experience in
Cummins, GM 6.5,
International VT365 and
444T and Mercedes
Sprinter Diesel preferred
and gasoline engines (Ford,
Chevy). For a full job
description and to apply,
visit our website:
www.fritolayemployment.com
VCS322318
Maintenance/Gardener
F/T for apt comm in Vta.
Pay $9.25/hr. Prepare
vacancies & gardening.
805-642-4500 VCS322108
VCStar.com/garagesales
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Every Friday P.M.
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Medical
ENTRY-LEVEL
DONOR SERVICES
If you are looking for a
job w/ purpose, apply now
to join our lifesaving
team! We are seeking
entry-level phlebotomists
who are outgoing &
responsible, w/ a
passion to help save lives
in our community. We
are willing to train
candidates w/
outstanding customer
service experience. Prior
phlebotomy certification
is not required. F/T w/
varied hours. Must
have open availability for
all hours w/ varied
schedule. This position is
responsible for health
screen & phlebotomy of
blood donors at mobile
blood drives & in our
donor centers. Great
salary & benefits. This is
a physical position
requiring ability to lift &
carry up to 50 lbs.
Apply in person:
United Blood Services
2223 Eastman Ave, VTA
EOE M/F/D/V
Close date: 1/11/13
Pre-empt drug screen
reqd VCS322247
540
Help Wanted
MEDICAL
REGISTERED
NURSE
If you are looking for a
job w/ purpose, apply
now to join our lifesaving
team! We are seeking an
RN who is outgoing &
responsible, w/ a passion
to help save lives in our
community. We are
willing to train new grads
w/ outstanding people
skills. 32-40 hrs per wk
All shifts available.
Must have open
availability for all hrs
w/a very varied schedule.
This position is
responsible for health
screen & phlebotomy of
blood donors at mobile
blood drives & in our
donor centers.
Competitive salary &
benefits. This is a
physical position
requiring ability to lift
& carry up to 50 lbs.
Apply in person:
United Blood Services
2223 Eastman Ave, VTA
EOE M/F/D/V
Close date: 1/11/13
Pre-empt drug screen
reqd VCS322249
Oak Park Unified
OPHS COACHING
POSITIONS
JV Softball Head Coach
JV Girls Volleyball
Head Coach
Frosh Girls Volleyball
Head Coach
Starts mid Jan.
Stipend Payment
Contact Ann Pettit
OPHS Athletics Office
818-735-3303 VCS321586
Lighthouse for Women &
Children (Christian non-
profit) seeking: Program
Coordinator (FT) Lead all
program activities - 5 years
supervisory experience;
Bachelors in HR or related
field. Masters preferred;
bi-lingual preferred. Email:
cassie.sorenson@erescue
mission.org or fax to
805-385-4126 VCS321388
Restaurant
Host/All Kitchen Positions
FT or PT, $8/hr. Please
apply in person at Lupes
Mexican Restaurant, 1710
E. Thousand Oaks Blvd,
T.O. 91362 VCS321506
540
Help Wanted
Security Officers Needed
Immediate Openings, Vta.
Start $11-12/hr. Free Medi-
cal/Life Insurance & 401k.
Call to schedule interview
818-841-0288 VCS322426
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desc from HR, 5189
Verdugo Way, Cam Info
(805)383-1913 or apply
www.edjoin.org EOE
Deadline: 4:00 p.m., 1/7/13
VCS322049
Social Services
Turning Point Foundation,
a non-profit agency serving
adults with serious and
persistent mental illness,
has the following position
avail in our psychosocial/
rehabilitation clubhouse:
Lead Rehabilitation
Specialist
For more info visit:
www.turningpointfoundation.org
VCS321959
540
Help Wanted
Welders & Fitters
Mersen USA in Oxnard
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WELDER & FITTER
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Great Benefits and a
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mersen.com or fax
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Registered Nurse - ICU
Ojai Valley Community Hospital an affiliate of
Community Memorial Hospital is a non-profit,
community-based acute care facility dedicated to serving
the 35,000 plus residents of the Ojai Valley.
Our 103-bed facility, which includes a continuing care
center, is fully accredited by Det Norske Veritas (DNV),
and licensed by the California Department of Health
Services. In addition we also operate a primary care
clinic in the Ojai Valley -- The Oak View Family Practice
Clinic and the Keeler Center for the study of Headache.
We provide inpatient, outpatient, and skilled nursing
services for mostly primary and secondary care needs. In
addition we operate a 24-hour standby emergency room
facility.
Our staff is committed to providing exceptional care and
comfort to each patient within our facility. Our highly
trained staff of physicians, nurses, management, and
volunteers work closely together to ensure the best in
health care services.
Ojai Valley Community Hospital offers excellent benefits,
such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D
insurance. We also offer a comprehensive Retirement
plan, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and a
variety of other great benefits.
If you are interested in joining teams that meld quality
care and compassion to create an environment of
excellence, please take a moment to discover more about
what its like to work at Community Memorial Health
System.
CMHS is an EOE/AA Employer
Responsibilities:
Provide direct and indirect patient care in the acute
inpatient setting. Communicate with physicians and
interdisciplinary patient care team members about
changes in patients clinical condition. Participates in
performance improvement and CQI activities.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
One (1) years recent ICU nursing experience
Current CA RN License
Current BLS Certification
Current ACLS Certification
Current PALS Certification
Preferred Qualifications:
CCRN Certification
VCS321026 VCS322039
Healthcare
RN II - Emergency Department
Ojai Valley Community Hospital an affiliate of
Community Memorial Hospital is a non-profit,
community-based acute care facility dedicated to serving
the 35,000 plus residents of the Ojai Valley.
Our 103-bed facility, which includes a continuing care
center, is fully accredited by Det Norske Veritas (DNV),
and licensed by the California Department of Health
Services. In addition we also operate a primary care
clinic in the Ojai Valley -- The Oak View Family Practice
Clinic and the Keeler Center for the study of Headache.
We provide inpatient, outpatient, and skilled nursing
services for mostly primary and secondary care needs. In
addition we operate a 24-hour standby emergency room
facility.
Our staff is committed to providing exceptional care and
comfort to each patient within our facility. Our highly
trained staff of physicians, nurses, management, and
volunteers work closely together to ensure the best in
health care services.
Ojai Valley Community Hospital offers excellent benefits,
such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D
insurance. We also offer a comprehensive Retirement
plan, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and a
variety of other great benefits.
If you are interested in joining teams that meld quality
care and compassion to create an environment of
excellence, please take a moment to discover more about
what its like to work at Community Memorial Health
System.
CMHS is an EOE/AA Employer
Responsibilities:
Provide direct and indirect patient care in the emergency
department. Communicate with physicians and
interdisciplinary patient care team members about
changes in patients clinical condition. Participates in
performance improvement and CQI activities.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
Current CA RN license
Current BLS, ACLS & PALS certified.
Two (2) years current Emergency, Medical Surgical
or Critical Care nursing experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
CEN Certification
TNCC Certification
VCS322030
Healthcare
Director of Room Experience
Located close to the beach, just 60 miles north of Los
Angeles, Community Memorial Hospital is a 242 bed
non-profit, acute care facility, committed to provide
quality patient care in an environment that promotes
clinical excellence and innovative leadership.
We offer some of the best benefits in the industry, along
with great career choices, training, and leadership
development. At our facility, our employees share their
enthusiasm for life as well as for helping others. As you
balance your work life with your other passions, were
there for you every step of the way.
CMHS offers excellent benefits, such as Medical, Dental,
Vision, Life, and AD&D insurance. We also offer a
comprehensive 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spending
accounts, paid time off, and a variety of other great
benefits.
If you are interested in joining teams that meld quality
care and compassion to create an environment of
excellence, please take a moment to discover more about
what its like to work at Community Memorial Health
System.
CMHS is an EOE/AA Employer
Responsibilities:
The Director of Room Experience plans, directs,
supervises and coordinates the organization and
administrative functions in all areas of the Rooms
Division; sustain total compliance with standards of
operation; ensuring that staffing is maintained at an
appropriate level to match patient census; participating
in all regular operation meetings and in the formulation
of strategic business plans; establishing monthly
reporting system to monitor quality; handling all patient,
resident, visitor, and staff complaints expeditiously to
complete resolution; closely monitoring the Rooms
Division financial performance; provides solutions to
improve problem areas and assists in implementing
corrective measures. The Director of Room Experience
must have a passion for excellence with a warm,
friendly, and positive attitude that provides all patients
and visitors with quality service while maximizing
patient experience, staff productivity, and developing
EVS and laundry staff. Supports the strategic mission,
vision and values of the organization.
Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Management, Hospitality
Management, Business Administration or a related field
is required. Masters Degree is preferred. Minimum of
five (5) years of management experience in
environmental services within a healthcare setting or
minimum five (5) years experience in a luxury hotel
environment at a senior Rooms Division leadership level,
preferably at a 500+ room property is required. Service
oriented style with professional presentation skills. High
energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader,
effective communicator, effective in providing
exceptional customer service and ability to improve the
bottom line. Clear concise written and verbal
communication skills. Must be proficient in MS Word and
Excel Bilingual preferred.
Please apply online at www.cmhshealth.org
VCS322032
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609
Apartments
Unfurnished
2088 W. Hillcrest Drive
NEWBURY PARK
Quiet 54 Unit Community.
1 Bedrooms, Up to
$900 Gift Card
Studios $1,275
1 Bedroom $1,395
Dual Master 2+2 $1,725
fireplace,renovated,custom
paint, upgraded carpet.
Small dogs are welcome.
866.462.1407
VCS321606
Camarillo
Camino Ruiz Square
1 & 2 BEDROOMS
*Call For Pricing!
INCLUDES:
washer/dryer refrig
dishwasher gas range
central a/c microwave
Open Mon-Sat 9a-6p
105 Camino Ruiz #21
Equal Housing Opportunity
877.859.3308
VCS322218
Crossroads Investments
300 Esplanade Dr STE 580
Oxnard, CA 93036
805-485-4040
NORTH OXNARD
1+1 downstairs, lg patio,
carport, water/trash pd,
nr 101 Fwy & shops, $875.
2+1 upstairs/downstairs,
garage, water/trash pd,
nr 101 Fwy & shops, $1250.
crossroads-investments.net
VCS322459
NICE, QUIET STUDIOS FOR 55+
Private balconies + views.
Starting at $759/month.
*1ST MONTH FREE!
Walking distance to stores,
and to doctors offices.
Heated pool, BBQ area,
gym, rec room, festivities.
115 N. 4th Street
Santa Paula, CA 93060
Pets ok. Section 8 welcome.
805-525-5804 VCS322081
609
Apartments
Unfurnished
Oxnard Beach
Channel Island
Village Apts
Studio $925
1+1 $1,075
2+1 $1,295
Spacious floor plans,
heated indoor pool &
spa tennis ct & gym.
Only $500 dep!!
No Application Fees
3650 Ketch Ave
(805)984-5880
VCS321801
OXNARD El Rio single apt,
tv & utils pd, kitchen area &
bath, 2 doors to outside,
$725/mo+dep. 805-827-8348
VCS322405
OXNARD SHORES
2+1, upper unit, $1,100/mo.
2+1, lower unit, $1,200/mo.
1 car, lndry, quiet, no pets.
Toni, Bkr 805-984-3613
VCS322074
OXN LG 1+1, 2 story
Detach Guest Cottage,
inclds utils/cbl, laundry, N/P
$1250+dep, 805-486-7929
VCS322151
PORT HUENEME
1+1 upstairs, carport,
coin-op, water & trash pd,
near beach and base, $875.
Crossroads Investments
805-485-4040
crossroads-investments.net
VCS321891
T.O. WINTER SPECIAL
@ MOUNT CLEF APTS
Studio - From $900/mo
2 BD - From $1,500/mo
2 BD+den - $1,700/mo
www.mountclef.com
805-492-2022 VCS321676
Online garage sale map. Every Friday
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VENTURA 1 & 3 Bedrooms
AVAILABLE NOW
3bd+1ba, gar, yd, newly
remodeled. Next to Sheridan
Elementary. $1,295/mo.
1 BR on Cameron Court,
$800/mo. Call 805-653-1907
VCS321446
VENTURA
1br apt $950, 2br apt $1200
Near college. No smoke/pets.
805-890-2142 VCS322102
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Apartments
Unfurnished
VENTURA 3+2, $2,100/mo.
3 prkg spaces, large patio
w/ocean views. Gas paid.
Low security. Vance
805-641-1776 VCS322099
VENTURA COUNTY
Make a Change
Tierra Vista Apts
1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms
From $1,450
Open to view
Spacious floor plans
Washer/Dryer
Pet Friendly
Full kitchen appl. Pkg.
Parking Garage/Carport
Open Daily Mon-Sun 9a-6p
Call 866-799-0390
VCS322205
VENTURA EAST
2013
Here We Are!
CITRUS GLEN
805-647-6755
Call We Answer!
VCS321461
VTA: 1+1, $925/mo.
2+1, $1,200/mo. Both with
parking & low sec. Vance
805-641-1776 VCS322098
VTA 2+1 $1,100 @ Laurel &
Meta. Refurbished, quiet,
carport, water/trash paid.
No pets. 805-643-7972
VCS322378
VTA
Apts. Available for Low
Income Families.
2+1, $1,026 2+1, $1,231
All Utilities Included.
Income Guidelines Apply.
Kalorama St @ E. Thompson
805-325-1730 VCS321679
VTA Enjoy Resort Style
Living at.....
CALL TO HEAR ABOUT
OUR GREAT DEALS!
Studio
Studios with Lofts
1 Bedrooms
866-623-8143
Open Mon-Sat - 9am - 6pm
VCS322142
VTA
Harbor View Villas
Luxury Apt. Homes
Fabulous Ocean Views
FREE Cable!
333 N. Kalorama St.
805-648-1760
www.gardnercompany.com
Harborview apts/gardner
management VCS321977
VTA
HUGE 1 BR
800 sqft, incl garage
$1,150 - $1,200/mo
Pinehurst 866-963-4667
VCS322457
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Condos/Townhomes
Unfurnished
Camarillo 3+3 Condo, gated
community, 2 car gar, f/p,
close to school & stores,
all within walking distance.
$2,100/mo+dep. 805-484-1500
or 805-479-4432 VCS322331
Cam Leisure Village 55+
Gated Community: 2+2
1,690 sqft, 1 car gar, all
amenities, suitable pets
o.k. $1,835/mo+sec.
805-523-7746 VCS322356
OXNARD DUNES 2+2.5
Two story, 2 car gar, patio,
quiet, $1,450/mo. Toni, Bkr
805-984-3613 VCS322076
PT HUE Harbor Lights 2+2
+ atrium. 2 car gar, pool &
tennis, $1,595/mo. Toni, Bkr
805-984-3613 VCS322077
SIMI WOODRANCH 3+3
Townhome in a quiet, gated
community. Two story with
f/p, new carpet and paint.
No Pets or Smoking.
$2,250/mo+dep. Avail NOW!
805-798-4578 VCS321956
TOWNHOME 2+2 $1850
Newer Villg. of The Park.
Closet to ele. sch. + Frwy.
2 car garage 805-490-5285
VCS321764
Ventura 3+2 $1295,
remodeled, newer:carpet,
paint, wood flooring, dbl
oven w/microwave, many
util pd, pool/spa/jacuzzi/
tennis, gar, fridge incld,
large balcony, privacy,
Pets ?
805-981-1552
Keith Hanson Realty
VCS322188
VTA OPEN HOUSE
Todd Ranch 3+1.5
Sat. 5th & Sun. 6th 12-4p
$1,650 805-302-5030
1617 Beagle Ct. VCS322449
VTA Upgraded 3bd+2.5ba
La Ventana Townhome.
2 story unit, f/p, W/D hkups,
pool. $2,000/mo+$2,500/dep.
Water/sewer incld. No Pets.
Please contact: Lauri @
805.339.3516 or Bill @
805.218.6165 VCS321752
627
Houses Unfurnished
CAMARILLO 4+3
Beautiful 2-story, view home
in Mission Oaks. Spacious
floor plan w/ vaulted
ceilings, FR w/ FrPic,
3car/gar. A/C, patio. $3,050.
Grdnr. incl. 310-293-1998
VCS322431
CAM HEIGHTS Guest house
w/loft, on 1 acre , enclosed
yrd, washer/dryer, fridge,
new stove, cable, grdnr incl,
$1500all util incl. Avail Now
805-384-0898 VCS322418
CAM Impeccable 1 story 4+3
a/c hm in gated area
overlooking Las Posas
Valley. 3 car gar, 2730sf
lease $3,000/mo, gardener
included. 805-484-1812 or
805-231-1116 VCS322292
FILLMORE 2+1, very cute,
wood floors, pvt yd, 1 car
gar, w/d hkups, $1,560/mo+
utils. Avail Jan 1st 2013.
805-794-7437 VCS321646
MOORPARK Excellent
3+2.5, 2,112 sqft, two story,
cul-de-sac, a/c, comm pool,
patio. $2,650/mo+sec.
805-277-9062 VCS322387
MOORPARK Excellent
3+2.5, 2,112 sqft, two story,
cul-de-sac, a/c, comm pool,
patio. $2,650/mo+sec.
805-277-9062 VCS321910
627
Houses Unfurnished
OAK VIEW 2+1 w/carport,
upgraded kitch, open flrplan,
fenced yard, 1 year lease.
$1,350mo+$1,350dep, water
paid, N/P/S. 805-272-5927 or
805-649-2045 VCS322211
OXNARD LARGE 4+2.5
2 car gar, f/p, neutral
decor, $2,475/mo. Toni, Bkr
805-984-3613 VCS322078
SANTA PAULA 3+1
$1400/mo + $1400 dep.
805-585-3747 VCS322182
SIMI 4+2.5 + a/c + f/p +
formal dining rm + fam rm,
huge master br suite with
sundeck, recently refurb,
smooth ceilings, recessed
lighting, fans, incls grdnr,
good area, newer tile. Avail
NOW! $2,550/mo+$3,000/sec.
Gwen Willee 805-522-2697 or
805-491-0355 VCS322413
SIMI Avail NOW 12/10
4+2 + a/c + f/p, + formal
dining rm + fam rm, huge
master br suite w/sundeck,
recently refurb, smooth
ceilings, recessed lighting,
fans, light & bright,includes
gardener, good area, new-
er tile. $2600 + $3000 sec.
Call (805)522-2697
Gwen Willee VCS321463
SIMI BEAUTIFUL 3bd+2ba.
1 story. Brand new carpet,
paint, appliances,bathrooms.
HVAC, 2 car gar, large bkyd
w/patio cover. Super clean.
**MUST SEE** $2,300/mo.
805-732-4973 VCS322164
VTA MIDTOWN 3+2,
carpet, blinds, fenced yard,
garage, gardener,
$1,800/mo+sec.
OPEN HOUSE
SAT, Jan. 5th, 10am-2pm
2405 East Ocean Ave
909-354-6313 VCS322190
677
Rooms For Rent
CAMARILLO furnished, tv,
micro, refrig in rooms.
$360/bi-weekly or pvt entry &
bath $430/bi-wkly. Near Santa
Rosa and stores. N/D/D/S
805-857-0310 VCS321962
CAMARILLO Pri/entrance
no drinking/smoking. $600/mo
805-388-5027 or 805-910-9973
VCS322272
MALIBU: Near Co-Line.
Very private, One Bedroom
Cabin. Porch, patio, washer/
dryer, SAT/HDTV, WiFi.
Rustic wood floors, walls,
open beam ceilings.
Panoramic view of Boney
Ridge on 27 acre Dry Gulch
Ranch (movielocations
malibu.com) $1,500/mo+Sec
Dep. Utilities paid, no pets,
no messes. 310-457-3807 or
310-589-8311 VCS321751
OAK VIEW Unfurnished Rm
w/pvt entry, bath, kitchen,
pri. patio $750/mo, utils pd,
$100/dep. Ava. Jan. 1st
805-649-9282 VCS321721
OXNARD NORTH
Room Available Now.
$575/mo. Leave a message.
805-896-2964 VCS322212
OXN Furn Rm, pvt entry/ba,
$700/mo+$100/dep, N/S,
utils/cable/internet included.
805-483-3202 VCS322134
OXN Room for Rent
$550mo, utils incld, N/P
805-200-1496 VCS322286
OXN S. Room, share bath,
$500/mo+dep, utils paid.
No smoking or pets.
805-981-4240 or 805-407-3055
VCS322184
677
Rooms For Rent
PT HUE: pvt entry, walk to
beach, $450/mo, incl utils &
cable. NO smoking/drugs.
818-292-3399 VCS321992
SIMI Spacious Master Bdrm,
downstairs, pvt bath & patio,
kitchen, laundry, cable,
keylock door. $825/mo+dep.
805-522-1265 VCS322189
VTA near Govt Ctr, 2 rooms
avail, quiet, furnished, share
bath. N/S/D/P. $490 &
$545mo+dep. 805-646-1125
VCS322291
683
Wanted To Rent
WANTS TO RENT IN
VENTURA CO. Unfurnished,
house or cottage with
enclosed yard for my
sm/dog. Will pay$1,700/mo
Dennis 805-236-4447
VCS321651
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VCS321648
NEAR OXNARD
COLLEGE!
No waiting, No Short Sale,
No repo. This 3br+2ba has
been remodeled, new paint,
carpet, tile, within the year.
New roof & copper plumbing.
Large fenced yard, bkr.
owner-exclusive,
$285,000 805-983-1582
VCS321414
Commercial
Real Estate
875-893
885
Commercial
Industrial Rent
SIMI INDUSTRIAL
800sf - 5000sf, with office &
warehouse, roll up door,
terrific location, great
terms and pricing.
Mid Valley Properties
805-527-9632 Ext: 1
VCS321809
SIMI INDUSTRIAL
803sf, 1022sf, 1600sf, 2100sf
Office and Warehouse.
Easy St. & Madera - great
location near Walmart.
155 Easy St. Call John at
805-526-5260 VCS322243
Space For Rent in Camarillo
2,000 sqft good for anything.
2273 Los Posas Rd.
Contact Mike 805-231-7400
VCS321542
VTA INDUSTRIAL SPACE
960sf - 2,125sf, with office &
warehouse, roll up door,
terrific location, great
terms and pricing.
Mid Valley Properties
805-527-9632 Ext:1
VCS321812
887
Stores/Ofces
Rent/Lease
AVENIDA DE
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NEW HOME OF
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Prime Location In Thousand
Oaks Neighborhood Center,
2 spaces Available (1,130 &
2,622 SF) @ $1.20sf/ea NNN.
Call Ana (310)675-1179
VCS322241
887
Stores/Ofces
Rent/Lease
CAMARILLO RETAIL
Santa Rosa Plaza, 650sf
to 3400 sf. David Press
(310)553-6512 VCS322175
SIMI OFFICE SPACE
700sf - 1,000sf. Available.
Excellent terms & pricing.
Mid Valley Properties
805-527-9632 Ext: 1
VCS321810
VTA OFFICE SPACE
Beautiful units from
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& pricing. Now Available!
Mid Valley Properties
805-527-9632 Ext: 1
VCS321811
Recreation
900-945
916
Boat Slips
65 Slip $325/mo
Mandalay Bay
No for sale/liveaboards. Pvt.
805-985-8653 VCS321888
918
Campers/Trailers
TOW DOLLY
Never used, adjustable
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condition, NEW $2,800,
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805-647-1777 VCS321546
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