http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:44:52 -0700 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:37:06 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m10d20-Meridians-Cafe--Pizzeria--where-the-locals-eat?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner A few years back, the heroine of my debut novel, Chocolate Beach, didn't like to cook.  She made a mean brownie (hence the title of the book), but other than that, she lived with her family near the beach in Ventura, California and could ... Restaurants Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:37:06 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m10d20-Meridians-Cafe--Pizzeria--where-the-locals-eat?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m9d12-National-Christian-College-Fair-planned-for-Ventura-County?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner  Traveling to college campuses for tours takes time and money.  That’s where the National Christian College Fairs (NCCF) can help.  The NCCF makes it easier for students and their parents to learn about higher educ... Ventura County Events Gold Coast Events Sat, 12 Sep 2009 18:07:10 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m9d12-National-Christian-College-Fair-planned-for-Ventura-County?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m8d29-Lowcost-email-marketing-event-for-Ventura-County-small-businesses?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner In partnership with the Ventura College SBDC (small business development center), Kelly Flint of Constant Contact will present two workshops on Wednesday, September 2, 2009, designed to help business owners create more effective and productive email.... Ventura County Events Sat, 29 Aug 2009 15:47:48 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m8d29-Lowcost-email-marketing-event-for-Ventura-County-small-businesses?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m8d22-Wine-trail-tours-now-open-in-Ventura?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner "Come, come, good wine is a good familiar creature if it be well used..."                           &nbsp... Ventura County Events Gold Coast Events Sat, 22 Aug 2009 13:04:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m8d22-Wine-trail-tours-now-open-in-Ventura?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m8d14-Beat-the-back-to-school-bedtime-blues?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner It's back-to-school season, the time of year when despite the lingering sun, early mornings are on their way.  Here's how to make the necessary bedtime changes easier:~ Lower bedtimes in small increments each week before school days start--15 mi... Parenting Helps Fri, 14 Aug 2009 15:02:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m8d14-Beat-the-back-to-school-bedtime-blues?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m8d3-American-Idol-David-Cook-to-perform-at-the-Ventura-County-Fair?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner  Season seven's American Idol winner, David Cook, will take the stage at the Ventura County Fair, Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at 7:30 pm.  He will be joined by performer Caitlin Crosby.Cook kicked off his "Declaration Tour - 2009" ... Ventura County Events Celebrity Sighting Gold Coast Events Mon, 03 Aug 2009 18:30:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m8d3-American-Idol-David-Cook-to-perform-at-the-Ventura-County-Fair?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m7d30-Last-chance-to-buy-discount-ride-and-admission-tickets-to-the-2009-Ventura-County-Fair?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner  The 2009 Ventura County Fair starts in less than six days, but there's still time to purchase pre-fair, discount tickets.  In addition to ride tickets, admission passes are available this year at a reduced rate.But don't wait.  P... Ventura County Events Saving money Gold Coast Events Thu, 30 Jul 2009 21:40:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m7d30-Last-chance-to-buy-discount-ride-and-admission-tickets-to-the-2009-Ventura-County-Fair?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m7d10-Singer-Jennifer-Greenberg-returns-to-Ventura-to-perform-free-concert?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner Singer/songwriter Jennifer Greenberg will perform at Ventura’s cool, new venue, EPIC, on July 17 & 18 from 7 pm to 9 pm. Listen to Jennifer’s soul-stirring vocals, backed by a live band, while African films roll in... Ventura County Events Gold Coast Events Sat, 11 Jul 2009 00:56:08 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m7d10-Singer-Jennifer-Greenberg-returns-to-Ventura-to-perform-free-concert?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m6d29-4th-of-July-events-along-Californias-Gold-Coast?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner  Enjoy a day of waterside fun capped off with spectacular fireworks.  Here’s what’s going on around California's Gold Coast:CHANNEL ISLANDS HARBOR ~ 12th Annual Fireworks by the Sea8 am to 10 pm ~ Take a ride on the water taxi, ... Downtown Ventura 4th of July Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:41:11 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m6d29-4th-of-July-events-along-Californias-Gold-Coast?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m6d25-Endless-Bummer-debuts-in-Ventura-with-free-event?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner  Two summers ago, actors and camera crews stirred up the sleepy beaches of Ventura, California for the filming of Endless Bummer. Curious residents and beachgoers found themselves lingering on the sidelines and carrying home snippets of celebrit... Downtown Ventura Celebrity Sighting Thu, 25 Jun 2009 11:28:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m6d25-Endless-Bummer-debuts-in-Ventura-with-free-event?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m6d16-Johnny-Cash-Music-Festival-Rolling-into-Ventura?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner Johnny Cash along with his first wife Vivian and their four daughters lived for six years in a Casitas Springs hillside home above Nye Road.  It's fitting then that the First Annual Tribute to Johnny Cash Music Festival will be held nearby at Se... Gold Coast Events Tue, 16 Jun 2009 22:02:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m6d16-Johnny-Cash-Music-Festival-Rolling-into-Ventura?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m6d16-Top-12-Must-Haves-in-the-Car-for-Teen-Girls?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner The other day, I drove through Ventura county with a car full of teen girls when one of them called out, "Anyone have deodorant?"I laughed myself silly until my own daughter answered, "I do!"The more I tho... Top 10 (or more) Lists Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:59:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m6d16-Top-12-Must-Haves-in-the-Car-for-Teen-Girls?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m6d10-Urban-Outfitters-moving-to-downtown-Ventura?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner The first time I stepped into an Urban Outfitters, I was shopping out of town for my teenage daughter.  And I saw the perfect blouse, sweater and jeans combo hanging on a mannequin--for me.Well, you know how that goes.  ... Downtown Ventura Wed, 10 Jun 2009 18:21:59 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m6d10-Urban-Outfitters-moving-to-downtown-Ventura?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m6d9-Five-5star-restaurants-in-Ventura-County-for-Fathers-Day?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner Father's Day arrives June 21, 2009.  Other than a tie, or perhaps, a puppy, it might be nice to take Dad to lunch or dinner on his special day.  I've compiled a list of five restaurants in Ventura County that received an average of 4.5... Restaurants Father's Day Tue, 09 Jun 2009 11:05:12 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m6d9-Five-5star-restaurants-in-Ventura-County-for-Fathers-Day?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m5d24-Summer-deals-on-the-central-coast?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner Recently my husband and I scored a terrific deal on an ocean front room in Pismo Beach, California.We had been invited to a business dinner on a Friday evening, followed by a family gathering the next day.  Never one to pass up a trip along the ... Celebrity Sighting Sun, 24 May 2009 22:36:59 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m5d24-Summer-deals-on-the-central-coast?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m5d17-Earthquake-registering-47-hits-Southern-California?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner  Growing up in Los Angeles, earthquakes were a part of life.  I remember taking shelter in a doorway with my mother during the quake of 1972, consoling my dog, Pixie, in the Whittier Narrows quake of 1987, and hanging on to my husband ... Southern California News Sun, 17 May 2009 23:26:02 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m5d17-Earthquake-registering-47-hits-Southern-California?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m5d11-Yolandas-Mexican-Cafe-opens-new-waterside-location?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner  Yolanda's Mexican Cafe, Oxnard, CAGive me a choice and, most nights, I'd eat out for dinner.  (Cooking's never been my strong suit--sorry kids!)  Aside from who makes the best meals in town, atmosphere ranks high on my list of&nb... Restaurants Mon, 11 May 2009 21:50:50 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m5d11-Yolandas-Mexican-Cafe-opens-new-waterside-location?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m5d5-Sandy-dollar-a-beachcombers-find?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner      Beachcombing is a super cool way to de-stress. While many of us think of hunting for pretty shells when we're at the beach, I also like to look for less abundant treasures that wash up from the sea. Things like driftwood... Saving money Beachcombing Tue, 05 May 2009 10:59:26 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m5d5-Sandy-dollar-a-beachcombers-find?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m4d30-Actor-who-played-Jesus-Jim-Caviezel-stops-to-talk-with-teens?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner Overheard on the Santa Barbara City College Campus:“Did you know that the guy over there played Jesus in the Passion of the Christ?” (Matt, 2nd from left, with Jim Caviezel, center, & friends)Being the curious-type, my son, ... Celebrity Sighting Thu, 30 Apr 2009 22:34:23 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m4d30-Actor-who-played-Jesus-Jim-Caviezel-stops-to-talk-with-teens?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m4d25-Five-ways-to-save-money-every-month?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner  When it comes to saving money, little things have the potential to add up to big savings.  Often I find that I don't need to cut out luxuries all together--I just have to manage them better.Here are five things I do to save ... Saving money Sat, 25 Apr 2009 23:31:45 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7841-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner~y2009m4d25-Five-ways-to-save-money-every-month?cid=exrss-Gold-Coast-Community-Examiner