Day Date Hike - Ventura Botanical Gardens
2016-10-08 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ventura Botanical Gardens, 501 Poli St , Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
It’s a date, it’s exercise, it’s an opportunity to connect. Join us for a hike through the Ventura Botanical Gardens to the Cross. Jim & Jennifer Willis will lead us on a scenic couples hike.
We will meet at 8:50am in the upper parking lot – behind the Courthouse.
Walking shoes recommended (no sandals – dirt path has a slight incline and is rocky in some spots)

Dress comfortably for stretching and appropriately for weather – Bring your own water. Plan lunch with your date after the hike.
This event is free but please RSVP.

Men's breakfast with Jay Carty
2016-11-05 08:00 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cam CC, 1322 Las Posas Rd, Camarillo, CA, 93010, United States
A message of encouragement and a challenge to GET IN THE GAME.
Join us on Sat. Nov. 5th, 8am Camarillo Community Church
Breakfast will be served. We will take an offering to offset breakfast cost and to bless Coach Jay.

Salsa Date Night
2016-11-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | MarriageWell’s “The Well”, 1496 Tower Square, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
A Fun, Fun night for you and your date. Our professional instructor “La Maestra” will walk us through a basic salsa dance lesson then help you practice during open dancing. Salsa dance is sexy, fun, excellent exercise and a great way for couples to connect. Oh yes…and plenty of homemade salsa, chips, appetizers and dessert.

MarriageWell Christmas Boutique
2016-12-10 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | MarriageWell’s “The Well”, 1496 Tower Square, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
Support MarriageWell and support LOCAL handmade product businesses. We’ll have over 30 booths with amazing handmade gifts, christmas music and more…. Get in the Christmas spirit at “The Christmas Boutique”.

Blended Family Resource Mtg
2016-12-14 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | MarriageWell’s “The Well”, 1496 Tower Square, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
Come hear about the resources MarriageWell will provide in 2017 for the unique challenges you face. We aim to provide practical, realistic solutions to the issues you face as a stepfamily.

Help to recognize the unique value & contribution each family member brings
Help to solve the puzzles of step parenting and stepchildren relationships
Learn communication skills to deal with ex-spouses
Learn how to honor families of origin while developing new traditions
and more…

**** Please RSVP so we have an attendance count ****

Smart Step Family Workshop
2017-01-11 18:30 - 2017-03-01 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | MarriageWell’s “The Well”, 1496 Tower Square, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
MarriageWell presents FamilyLife Blended™ workshop – The Smart Stepfamily.
Discover the key steps to building a healthy family with stepfamily expert Ron Deal. Through 8 engaging sessions, you’ll learn useable solutions for everyday living and glean valuable insight and practical tips for raising your stepfamily the smart-not hard-way. EVERY WEDNESDAY Sessions include:

Becoming a Smart Stepfamily
STEP Down Your Expectations
Two-STEP Your Marriage
Side-STEP Common Pitfalls
STEP in Line With the Parenting Team
and More….

MarriageWell’s Blended Family Point Couple Jeff & Lori-An Wentling will facilitate the video series workshop. Space is limited to (10) couples. Fee includes: Ron Deal’s Smart Stepfamily book and two workbooks. Email us at info@marriagewell.org if you need childcare. Class is every Wednesday.

Comedy Date Night
2017-01-14 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Good Shepherd Church, 380 Arneill Rd, Camarillo, CA, 93010, United States
Don’t miss our 1st COMEDY DATE NIGHT of 2017. Hilarious clean comedy at its best with 3 top comedians from So Cal. Join us for a night of laughs.
Only $20 per couple
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW.

Couples Cardio Kickboxing Fitness Class
2017-01-28 09:00 - 2017-02-25 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | MarriageWell’s “The Well”, 1496 Tower Square, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
Join us as we learn to join together to battle the forces that come against our marriages while learning Wholyfit K700 (Kickboxing and mixed martial arts based cardio class with self-defense)
*Please note : we do NOT spar against one another! Picture is for effect only… Ephesians 6
5 week session Jan 28- Feb 25th
Saturdays 9 am – 10 am (plan to arrive 10 min early)

Appropriate for ALL makes and models, beginner and experienced welcome. Go at your own pace in an encouraging environment.
Dress comfortably and bring water. Invite another couple and make it a double date.
Try one class for $10. or commit to all 5 for $50

Classes will be powered by WholyFit and taught by Founder/Executive Director Laura Monica. http://www.wholyfit.com/

A Valentine's Comedy Date Night
2017-02-14 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Tower Club, 300 East Esplanade Drive, 22nd Floor, Oxnard, CA, 93036, United States
Join us for a memorable date night event with 360* views atop the exclusive Tower Club overlooking Ventura County & the Pacific Ocean. Your special Valentine’s Date Night includes Hors d’oeuvres, no host bar in the Sky Lounge, a Valentine’s photo, a comedy show featuring 4 top So Cal comedians. A memorable night of Love & Laughter.
Limited space – 75 couples. Reserve your ticket today.
Just added: We’ve worked out a special rate at the Marriott Courtyard right next door to the Tower Club building. The MarriageWell group rate is $119/night. We are not connected to the hotel in any way and all questions can be directed to them. We just wanted to provide a discounted option at a nice hotel to you if you choose to take advantage of that. If you want to take advantage of this deal, you can use the below link.
Hotel discount LINK
THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT. If you would like to be added to a waiting list, please email us at info@marriagewell.org and we will contact you if there are cancellations.

Art of Marriage Workshop
2017-02-18 16:00 - 2017-04-01 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | MarriageWell’s “The Well”, 1496 Tower Square, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
MarriageWell presents The Art of Marriage every Saturday starting Feb. 18
God can turn any marriage into a masterpiece.
Every marriage is unique, expressed by the colorful personalities of each spouse and textured by the circumstances at play in their lives. Blending these to make marriage work is a divinely inspired art form — challenging to master but definitely worth the effort. In The Art of Marriage, we weave together expert teaching, engaging stories, man-on-the-street interviews, humorous vignettes and much more to portray the hope and beauty of God’s design for marriage, and now the same great content is available in a six-week study format. This video series will help propel you and your spouse to a new level of commitment, communication and intimacy. Our experienced small group leaders (Ron & Linda Conti) will provide support and encouragement throughout the 7 wk class. The first class is an information (no obligation) and “get to know the group” session.
Topics addressed in this small-group series are:

Love Happens: God’s Purpose and Plan
Love Fades: Overcoming Isolation
Love Dances: Fulfilling Our Responsibilities
Love Interrupted: Communication and Conflict
Love Sizzles: Experiencing Real Intimacy
Love Always: Leaving a Lasting Legacy

Saturday evenings from 4-5:30pm, weekly, beginning Feb. 18
About our small group leaders: Ron and Linda Conti have been married for 30 years. Both have suffered the loss of previous marriages – the result of bad decisions, adversity and discouragement. We know that marriage is fragile and vulnerable and we live in a culture that often supports dissolution above resolution. Ron and Linda have weathered the test of time by placing God at the center of their relationship and using the many tools made available, like the Art of Marriage. They have been leading marriage enrichment groups for the past 15 years. Ron is retired from a career in real estate and Linda is retired from a career in education, as a College Counselor.
INVEST IN YOUR MARRIAGE, JOIN US FOR THE ART OF MARRIAGE

Clean Comedy Tour
2017-03-03 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | South Coast Fellowship, 4050 Market St., Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
Next stop on MarriageWell’s Clean Comedy Tour is March 3 in Ventura. Don’t miss this fun night open to the whole family. 3 professional comedians will have you laughing all night.
EVERYONE WELCOME ~ Families ~ Kids over 14 ~ Single & Married Bring friend, small groups, youth groups, co-workers. Only $10 presale. $15 at the door. CHILDCARE available to age 4 – by donation to South Coast Fellowship.

Ladies Paint Night Out
2017-03-18 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | MarriageWell’s “The Well”, 1496 Tower Square, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
In just about two hours, our instructor guides you, step by step, as you paint your one of a kind canvas masterpiece.
Never painted before? No problem! Everything you need is provided: easel, canvas, paints, brushes, and even a smock. Ladies Paint Night Out is a stress free, relaxing environment! Yes, it’s the night you keep telling yourself you deserve. Cost includes refreshments, snacks, canvas, paints, easel, smock, all set up and clean up. FUN, FUN, FUN!
Cost is $35 per person. Come meet new friends or come as a group.

Blended & Blessed Live Stream Conference
2017-04-29 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | TRC, 889 E Santa Clara St, Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
Blended & Blessed™ is a FREE one-day livestream for stepfamily couples, single parents, dating couples with kids, and those who care about blended families.
Join hundreds of sites around the globe as we unpack five keys that are crucial to healthy stepfamily marriages. With some of today’s most trusted and respected experts, Blended & Blessed will challenge, inspire, and encourage you.
This is a free event but you MUST REGISTER because space is limited. Click HERE to register.
Coffee & water provided throughout the day. Lunch on your own during break.

Mariachi Dinner Show
2017-05-06 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | MarriageWell’s “The Well”, 1496 Tower Square, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
FUN – FOOD – LIVE MUSIC
Join us for some great food (Taco Dinner), great entertainment (full Mariachi band show) and the honoring of our very special guests The Hernandez’ couple. Mr & Mrs Hernandez are the longest married couple in Ventura County and one of the longest in California (80 yrs!!).
Dinner includes: Tacos & Quesadillas (asada, chicken, Al Pastor), beans, rice, chips, salsa, dessert, drinks
Full Mariachi show – 1 hr

Free Will's Clinic
2017-05-13 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | South Coast Fellowship, 4050 Market St., Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
MarriageWell is partnering with Christian Foundation of the West & South Coast Fellowship to offer you an opportunity to complete your Last Will and Testament. Attend this FREE Wills Clinic for the opportunity to learn about and complete the basic documents needed. Learn about benefits of a Living Trust and how to include Bequests in your Estate Plan.
You will have the opportunity to complete and sign the following documents at the Wills Clinic at no charge. A volunteer notary will be present. (Bring your Driver’s License or other govt. issued official photo ID):
Last Will and Testament
Health Care Directive
Power of Attorney
This clinic will be presented by Trust and Estate attorney, SusAnne Lee Chung.
Space is limited for this clinic. Please register before May 10th.

Clean Comedy Date Night
2017-05-26 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | MarriageWell’s “The Well”, 1496 Tower Square, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
Comedy Date Night is back! Join us at “The Well” for laughs, laughs, laughs…. 4 talented and hilarious comedians from throughout So Cal. Credits include NETFLIX, Comedy Central, Laugh Factory, The Late Show, Conan and clubs throughout the US.

Luau - Dinner & Show
2017-06-03 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Backyard Bistro Ventura, 4650 Rice Court, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
Last year was a HIT and this year will be better. Join us for a beautiful evening Luau style Hawaiian Dinner/Dessert and live Hawaiian entertainment.
The evening is a full Hawaiian chicken dinner, dessert and the live sounds of aloha. Enjoy tropical summer ambiance, delicious food & dessert and a full show by the very talented Johnny KeAloha Pal. Johnny brings his ukulele, steel guitar and list of Hawaiian favorites to entertain our couples. A fun outdoor Date Night event.
Only $55 per couple EARLY BIRD – Before May 5 Price is $65 per couple after May 5th.

Building Teamwork in your Marriage Sm. Group Series
2017-06-20 19:00 - 2017-08-01 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | MarriageWell’s “The Well”, 1496 Tower Square, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
Marriage should be enjoyed, not endured. Relationships can fade over time if left unattended. Marriages don’t have to grow dull…sometimes they just need some attention. This 7 week study is a biblically based small-group designed to enable a husband and wife to grow together in a mutually satisfying relationship. The first session is simply a time to meet and greet, acquire information and for you to decide if you want to continue with the weekly commitment. Childcare available with advance notice.
Tuesday evenings: 7-8:30pm (except July 4)
Curriculum: Building Teamwork in your Marriage
Session 1 (Introduction): June 20
June 27: The Basis of Teamwork
July 3 (Monday): Equal, Yet Different
July 11: Following Christ’s Example
July 18: Biblical Responsibilities
July 25: Biblical Responses
August 1: Making Teamwork Work

Blessing of the Marriages - VC Fair
2017-08-08 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ventura County Fair, Seaside Park, Ventura County Fair, The Seabreeze Stage, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
For the past 10 years, the Ventura County Fair has promoted an event on Seniors Day (when all seniors 65 and older can get in free) that honors the commitment of spouses who have been married 30 years or longer. This year MarriageWell will host the event that honors couples married 40 yrs +. Learn the secrets to success for these couples and enjoy the admiration of those who hope to join this worthy group of partners who take the vow seriously – “Til death do us part.” Family and friends invited.
Dessert will be served!
Seniors get in to the fair free. Everyone else must purchase tickets from the fair.
Join us for this special event.

Comedy Date Night
2017-08-19 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | MarriageWell’s “The Well”, 1496 Tower Square, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
Comedy Date Night is a hit in Ventura County and MarriageWell delivers great fun. Join us at “The Well” for another night of hilarious clean comedy at its best with 3 top So Cal comedians. Space is limited, get your tickets now.

MarriageWell MeetUp - 'Extraordinary' Movie
2017-09-07 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Century Riverpark 16, 2766 Seaglass Way, Oxnard, CA, 93036, United States
MarriageWell WILL BE THERE. Join Us.
Based on a true marriage journey, EXTRAORDINARY tells the amazing story of ultra-marathon runner and college professor David Horton, his wife, Nancy, and their attempt to finish their marriage race well.
Although proud of his incredible athletic accomplishments and the impact he has on his students, David’s family continuously pays a high price for his years of competitive running. Following his open-heart surgery and irreparable damage to his knees, Nancy is ready for Dave to hang up his racing shoes for good and focus his boundless energy on their family. Instead, feeling called by God to “inspire people one last time,” Dave sets off for a 2,900-mile race across America. Tickets HERE

In theaters Thursday, September 7 only.
Watch the trailer HERE

2 Days with Marilyn Murray Workshop
2017-09-11 08:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | MarriageWell’s “The Well”, 1496 Tower Square, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
New Life Counseling and MarriageWell invite you to join us for “2 Days with Marilyn Murray” as Marilyn herself brings her in depth workshop on The Murray Method to Ventura, CA for the first time. During these two days, she focuses on her renown techniques for deep inner healing and overcoming childhood traumas.
Participants will learn how to better understand the effects of trauma, abuse and deprivation on individuals and families, and how to effectively treat patients who struggle with behavioral issues, addictions, and other disorders as a result of unresolved trauma.
The Murray Method is used in treatment facilities throughout the United States and has been taught to thousands of health professionals and students from 37 countries, and clergy from 295 cities in the former USSR. The Murray Method modality is taught in many universities across the country in the mental health field. Her personal history of trauma and ultimate healing led her to pursue a career in the second half of her life impacting hundreds of thousands of souls. Marilyn has dedicated her life to this destiny call specializing in abuse, trauma, and multiple forms of addiction.
Make arrangements to join us Monday and Tuesday September 11-12, 2017 from 8:30am- 5:00pm. Cont’l breakfast & lunch will be provided. This workshop has been graciously discounted and offered at only $150 for both days due to the personal relationship between Marilyn Murray and New Life Counseling Center’s chief counselor (the heartbeat!), Otis Fox.
Special $25 discount for active-clergy using our coupon code “clergy” and a special “bonus gift bag” to all those who register by July 31, 2017.
Register here or walk-in’s welcome to register and pay by cash or check at New Life Counseling Center 201 Palm St. Oxnard, CA 93030 (805) 240-3299.

"Laughter Is The Best Medicine" Date Night Event & "Better Together" Marriage Conference with Kristin & Danny Adams
2017-10-13 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cam CC, 1322 Las Posas Rd, Camarillo, CA, 93010, United States
Join us as YouTube/Social media stars Kristin & Danny Adams bring their unique talents to Ventura County for a Friday Date Night (their 90 min “Laughter Is The Best Medicine” program; a mix of sketch comedy, crowd interaction and improv games. Then on Saturday, 9a-12:30p they’re back to host their “Better Together” marriage conference. An entertaining presentation to help couples better understand their Big Picture marriage purpose, men/women’s greatest needs, tools available to bring unity and resolve conflict in your marriage. A great way to INVEST in your marriage and have some FUN together. Married couple, Kristin and Danny Adams, are entertainers and viral sensations who are passionate about God and family. With Kristin’s 15 year career in Hollywood as a television host and correspondent, and Danny’s diverse background in Christian ministry, sports and comedy, K&D have a unique style of storytelling and entertainment that is fun for all ages! On their online channels, where they collectively have over 750,000 followers, they post a new video every Friday and believe that #LaughterIsTheBestMedicine!
CHILDCARE (babies – 5th grade) AVAILABLE ON SATURDAY ONLY- $10 per child. A snack will be provided. You must pack a sack lunch for each child. MUST RSVP by Oct. 10
Friday Date Night Event – 7p-8:30p Saturday Marriage Conf. – 9a-12:30p
Pricing is $60 per couple for the Fri/Sat event. Tickets for Fri or Sat only can also be purchased.
WATCH A PERSONAL INVITE FROM KRISTIN & DANNY HERE

Valentine's Eve Date Night @ Tower Club - Tues 2/13
2018-02-13 17:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Tower Club, 300 East Esplanade Drive, 22nd Floor, Oxnard, CA, 93036, United States
UPDATE:
VIP pkg (sold out) – Doors open at 5pm, Dinner 5:30p, Show 7:15p
Regular pkg – Doors open 5:30p, Hors D’ Oeurves 6p, Show 7:15p
Join us for a memorable date night event with 360* views atop the exclusive Tower Club overlooking Ventura County & the Pacific Ocean. Your special Valentine’s Date Night includes Hors d’oeuvres (added this year – Carved Roast Beef Au Jus station), no host bar in the Sky Lounge, a Valentine’s photo, special music by Lisa Houston and a Comedy Show featuring 3 top So Cal comedians. A memorable night of Love, Music & Laughter. Limited space this year and last year was sold out. $90 per couple
VIP PACKAGE added this year: If you really want to impress your Valentine, join us for our VIP Package. Includes full private table for 2 dinner buffet, no host bar, private performance by Lisa Houston, special gift, Valentine’s photo and priority seating for the Comedy Show. $180 per couple

FamilyLife’s Weekend to Remember®
2018-04-20 - 2018-04-22, 2018-04-27 - 2018-04-29 | CA
Here in Ventura the wknds of April 20th and April 27th. Pick a wknd that works for you.
Remember how captivating it was when you first fell in love with your spouse? Every moment was special. As real life takes over, that memory can grow less vivid, and you might not feel like the center of their world as often. That’s where the Weekend to Remember® marriage getaway from FamilyLife comes in.
The two-and-a-half day getaway weekend is a time to be together as a couple to invest in and strengthen the foundation of your marriage, no matter how firm or fragile it is. By getting away from the distractions of life, you can fortify your most important relationship and work toward building wonderful memories together, for decades to come.
The Weekend to Remember getaway is not a large counseling session, and you will not be asked to participate in small groups. Rather, you will receive biblically centered, marriage-changing principles with interactive activities that you can take home and apply to your daily lives in order to strengthen your marriage. During the weekend, through the teaching and couple’s projects, you will learn how to:

Receive your spouse as a gift
Clarify your role as a husband or wife
Resolve conflict in the relationship
Maintain a vital sexual connection
Express forgiveness to one another
Increase your commitment, creating an even deeper level of intimacy

Our authentic speakers will show you exactly how to pursue a marriage that really works through stories of their own blunders and breakthroughs. We want you to leave the weekend with encouragement, hope, and practical tools to build and grow your relationship. That’s why we call this a Weekend to Remember.
REGISTER FOR YOUR WKND TO REMEMBER HERE Use the group name MARRIAGEWELL for a $100 discount.

Comedy Date Night - Ventura
2018-04-27 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Willett Auditorium, 500 High Point Dr., Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
Comedy Date Night is a hit in Ventura County and MarriageWell delivers great fun. Join us for another night of hilarious CLEAN comedy at its best with 4 top So Cal comedians. Dinner & a movie is bleh…… Comedy Date Night is a night you won’t forget!
Space is limited, get your tickets now

Comedy Date Night - Newbury Park
2018-04-28 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Bridge, 999 Rancho Conejo Blvd, Newbury Park, CA, 91320, United States

Movie tickets - LIKE ARROWS
2018-05-01 19:00 - 21:00, 2018-05-03 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cinemark at The Collection, Oxnard, 669 Town Center Drive, Oxnard, CA, 93036, United States
MarriageWell has purchased 100 tickets to bring the new FamilyLife/Kendrick Brothers movie premier of Like Arrows to The Cinemark theater at the Collection, Riverpark. Tickets must be bought here to help us consume these tickets.
Parenting is a journey – When conflict, rebellion, and resentment overwhelm their family, Charlie and Alice are forced to rethink their parenting strategy. In the process, they realize how critical intentionality and focus are when shaping and molding young lives. FamilyLife’s first feature film explores the challenges and joys that come with raising children. Through a journey that unfolds over 50 years, Charlie and Alice discover the unmistakable power of family.Together, they learn that knowing and living by God’s Word is what brings transformation and hope to any family.
Executive produced by Alex and Stephen Kendrick, and FamilyLife’s Dennis and Barbara Rainey and Bob Lepine, the parenting movie LIKE ARROWS will release in theaters for two nights only, May 1 and May 3. LIKE ARROWS casts a powerful vision for parents, reminding us that nothing is more important for any family than to have God and His Word directing our lives. The film will release as part of a significant new parenting initiative called FamilyLife’s Art of Parenting™, which will also include a free online video series and an eight-session small group series.
See trailer here
