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Subscriber Happy Hour Coming Jan. 27th

Also: The Ojai Valley Inn & Spa returns to the Planning Commission Jan. 15th

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Andra Belknap
Jan 15, 2025
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Greetings Readers!

I imagine we’re all anxious to get through Wednesday. Let’s all stay on our best fire weather behavior until then — alright?

I’m reaching out today with an invitation: it’s time for our first Subscriber Happy Hour of 2025!

I hosted the last Subscriber Happy Hour in late September: topics of conversation included the 2024 election, pickleball, Ojai’s 12.7 million in ERF funding, and so much more.

Subscriber Happy Hour, September 2024!

Like last time, this will be a casual event. It’s an opportunity to come together with community members interested in local government and politics, chat, joke and support local businesses.

Now that we’re in the winter season, and the sun will set around 5:30. Luckily, the Ojai Valley Brewery has a tremendous view of the pink moment — and outdoor heaters.

And since I’m in your inbox: remember the story about the Ojai Valley Inn’s proposed redevelopment of the former Topa Mountain Winery — including the “shuttle path” through the Ojai Valley Bike Trail? They’re coming back to t…

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