I have been a Ventura County resident my whole life, and every time I traveled to other parts of…read morethe country and stumbled into one of those amazing, welcoming game stores, I always found myself thinking, "Why can't we have something like this back home?" Well, now we do! And with their new location, it somehow got even better. As an avid board game player and enthusiast, my eyes practically popped out of my head when I saw the incredible collection Kenan and Edith have put together. The library is packed with games I already know and love. The kind I can open up, play, and teach to new players without a second thought. It also has so many games I have always wanted to try, along with titles that caught my eye for the very first time just by seeing them on the shelves. The new space is warm, inviting, open, and genuinely comfortable. It gives you that feeling of being at home around the kitchen or dining room table, gathered with family or friends for a great game night. But what makes it even better is that you get that same cozy feeling while also having the chance to meet new people, grow your gaming circle, and share the hobby with others. And the D&D section? That is what a Dungeon Master dreams of when planning a session. Terrain, minis, source material, and plenty of table space all ready to go. Just looking at everything had my session-planning brain spinning with ideas for combats, encounters, and adventures I could throw at my players. Overall, this place has firmly cemented itself as my top spot in Ventura to gather with friends and meet new ones. It is close to many dining and drink options for any breaks during a game, has a warm and welcoming atmosphere inside, and is run by amazing owners who greet you with a smile whether it is your first visit or your hundredth. Add in the huge library of games to choose from, and it really is something special. I would give this place a million stars if I could. Come in and try it for yourself. Ventura is lucky to have it, I know I am.

Cost $12 to play. I've been a few times and it's definitely got a great aesthetic. Very nice…read morebathroom. Only open for a few hours a few days a week. No air conditioning. It can get pretty loud, from a variety of sources. Really unique and cool snack offerings. Lots of food nearby. The best terrain offerings in Ventura County. This might be the perfect spot for certain gamers. Try it out.

Selection Is overwhelmingly good. SERVICE EXCILENT…read moreVALUE varries on market of used items but better than GameStop. This outfit can order things not on shelf. Also has an arcade.

I really wish I liked this store but I just seem to always walk out disappointed. I found a game…read morethat was a great price and brought it to the counter and the guy working started looking up the price and changed it right in front of me. I told him "isn't it the price that's marked on there?" And proceeded to point at his sign that basically said he could change the prices at any time without notice. It seems like he goes on eBay and doubles whatever he sees. I get that places need to make a profit but tripling the price from what's on the sticker is a little misleading because you're pretty much running a gamble if it's going to be cheaper online once he looks it up at the register. If he listed a game for $20 and then found it online for $5, would he lower the price? Yeah, I'm not holding my breath.

From the moment we stepped into Loose Cannon, you could feel the good vibes and exciting…read moreatmosphere. You could see families enjoying the night, which made it even more special. It was wonderful to see that they are pet-friendly to service dogs, and people were truly understanding and welcoming. The food was delicious and full of great flavor, which really added to the overall experience. What made the night even better was Miguel, an employee at Loose Cannon, who gave us great recommendations and was incredibly friendly and welcoming. He made sure my friends and I were comfortable and truly enjoying our night. I would definitely recommend going with friends and family. The music was one of my favorite things about Loose Cannon and really brought the whole experience together.

The game was on every TV and with it being a sports bar and Grill they were plenty of them. They…read morehad the sound up very loud so we could hear it from everywhere. You have to figure out where the menu is and how to order yourself when you get in there. There's an end of the bar that you go up to and there's menus laying there and then you give it to the cashier and she gives you a number and they at least bring it to your table. We sat at a table for a solid 11 minutes before I figured it out watching a line form at the end of the bar. The food was decent enough and was regular bar food. My onion rings were cold when they came so I only ate about three of them and left the rest there because I hate soggy cold onion rings. Everyone else really liked their food. My husband ordered a bratwurst, and he's been eating bratwurst for 50 years, and he said it didn't taste like a bratwurst, but it tasted like some other general sausage or something. There are games for the kids and my son was able to win enough tickets to get a bunch of little cheesy prizes which he has been playing with for over a week! That part was really nice. Yeah. It took about 20 minutes for an employee to come over to the counter where you pick your prizes or your child pick surprises and if we were there any other time we would've been extremely pissed off. But everyone was laid-back and so were we because we were watching the game. The last FIFA game between Spain and Argentina.. Which, by the way, Spain won.

I love what David is doing with the theater now. The movie variety is amazing for a small town. I…read morelove the speakers who come and talk about the films. The sound is great. The atmosphere is warm and friendly, very old Ojai vibe. The snacks are varied and delicious.

Amazing little gem. I'm a Moive person I go to the movies 2 times a week. I love this theater. The…read moreowner is always friendly and you can tell he cares a lot about this theater. I drive from Ventura and it's well worth it . I do get popcorn every time I go to the movies. I do love the organic popcorn. I'm used gettin Cinemark popcorn which is also good but I don't feel heavy the next day when I get the Ojai as popcorn.

I've been on a kick this year to see more historic parks and landmarks in SoCal. Shout out to…read moreYelper All-Star Derek W. of Lakewood, CA for inspiring me with his awesome photos and experiences! The challenge I'm finding is parks being open through the week, when we (ahem) "more mature folks" like to enjoy less crowds. So when I saw Heritage Square in Oxnard was open, with possible docent tours, on a TUESDAY, I jumped on the opportunity to partake of some local history. We headed for the Square and saw some parking but, being a first timer, I decided to drive around the entire square and see the layout from the street. I decided to park on W Seventh St, to the north and take advantage of shade, and the close proximity to Heritage Coffee and Gifts(separate review), which I knew we would wander into before departing the area. Turns out W Seventh is the perfect place to start. We entered and immediately were taken with the beautiful architecture, landscaping, care and attention to detail this special area exudes. It was all pretty magical and I wasn't sure where to start. Luckily, it wasn't more than a few steps in that we spotted the water tower and visitor's center/gift shop/central hub. We stepped inside and were greeted warmly. I explained that I saw they had docent lead tours and we could sign up online, but I wasn't sure what time we would arrive, so I didn't make a reservation. Was it still possible to get a tour, or was there a self-guided walking tour info sheet? We were asked to wait a moment while the manager and lead docent was found to see if they were available. Gary was available and we began our tour. What a WONDERFUL storyteller! Weaving the families and their history with Los Angeles and Ventura Counties and bringing them to life in front of their very lovingly restored homes! He took us inside of some of the buildings, where operational businesses agree to have the public tours pop in for a moment of show and tell. Details about the original designs, room layouts, furnishings and use were all so amazing to see, touch and learn about. The tour lasted about 45 minutes. We paid $10/pp and it was well worth it! Just to hear the history of the on-site church alone was worth it! But to venture inside, see the details in the hand-made stained glass and the conversion of the oil lanterns to electric. To hear how it has changed denominations over the years and to view the photos inside, documenting the preparation of the Square, the moving process for the homes and the restoration was so intriguing. This is such a beautiful and unique area. I love that these beautiful homes were repurposed and are thriving with businesses! At the end of the tour, Gary encouraged us to check out the annual Holly Trolley Tours, Christmas Tree Lane Event and Gingerbread House Exhibit and tours. All sounded absolutely delightful!. I immediately signed up for their newsletter and I'm REALLY looking forward to returning durning the holiday season and posting more pics of festively dressed docents and delightful decorations. Cheers! "CC"

The tours are such a great way to learn more about Oxnard. Ms. Connie Korenstein and all the…read moredocents who volunteer are gems and so good at what they do. Make a visit soon and plan your trip by visiting their website to get tour schedules and info. Review the expectations before your visit and ensure the littles are able to follow instruction to not climb and explore on the historic grounds.

I love the mission behind the Buenaventura Art Association. It's inspiring to see a local nonprofit…read morededicated to supporting artists, creating opportunities to exhibit their work, and bringing the community together through art. Organizations like this play an important role in making art accessible and fostering creativity for people of all ages. Ventura is fortunate to have a group so committed to nurturing a vibrant local arts community.

It's good to see that this Non-Profit art organization is recognized! After learning about its…read morehistory of being a part of the art community in Ventura for over 70 years, my hat is off and I want to give kudos to this wonderful organization. They offer an array of classes, for adults and kids. From life drawing, paint and sips, workshops from talented professional artists, competitions, gallery showings and so much more, I'm so happy to have found this org. They are all so friendly and helpful. Joining this org has helped me on many levels in my art journey. Five stars! And the Ventura Harbor location is outstanding!

We have had season tickets for years, and I am always impressed by the professional, top-notch…read moreperformances, especially their musicals. Numerous well known actors from TV shows appear often. Seats have been updated, and they schedule more matinees now. It is enjoyable local live entertainment at a reasonable price.

I saw Eleanor here-a one woman show about Eleanor Roosevelt. Loved it. The theater is just the…read moreright size-small to get the experience I wanted. Would like to return. We live about an hour and a half away but this would be something I want to do each time we stay here.

One of the better wine and food events in Ventura County. Disappointed this year regarding the…read moreentry process. We had purchased VIP tickets, which typically gets you early entry, however we were held up for 30 minutes due to the staff running out of VIP wristbands?? How does that happen on your ONE event? You know (or should) already know how many wristbands you will need, and there is only one entrance?? But hey, its for the kids, right? Any-who, once we made entry it was an enjoyable time. This year there was more representation from the local beer-makers, which really added to the event, and I am sure made the beer-drinking patrons happy!! Ventura County has really had a renaissance regarding the micro-brews, and it is nice for them to get out and showcase their brews. Food was delicious from the various restaurants represented. Entertainment was fun, Bruce Barrios and his crew always do a fabulous job!!

What an awesome event and its for charity to boot!…read more Lissa G and I arrived at the event early and we were glad that we did. There were a lot of people entering as VIP guests prior to the general public. Once inside the options between food and drinks seemed endless. From corporate representation, like Trader Joe's to many local restaurants, breweries, and wineries. They also had a large silent auction area which was nice to check out in between all of the sampling. It did get much busier once the general public arrived but it never felt impossible to get any particular food or drink. The nice part of the VIP ticket was the VIP only area where you could get away from the crowds a bit and enjoy some other food and drink option, and another band. It was a lot of fun and all for a great cause.