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Jules Weissman

Letters

WINTER 2025

JANUARY 1 - MARCH 31

Holy cats, VORTEX magazine is entering its fifth year! We’re still here (for better or worse), but let’s be honest: Jules was getting a little cranky, so we shipped her off for a “working vacation.” While she’s gone, we’re gearing up for a season that’s all about maps.

Here's a map of where Jules is all January. Can you ID this city?
It's also a valley but 6 times larger in land area than the Ojai Valley and over 100 times more populated.

OJAI, MAPPED!

Get ready to navigate the Ojai Valley like never before with Metes & Bounds: Mapping the Ojai Valley at the Ojai Valley Museum. This interactive exhibition takes you on a journey through 150 years of cartographic history, blending maps, art, and local lore. From a sprawling topographic watershed map to playful scent mapping and reimagined landscapes, discover how maps shape our understanding of place, past, and possibility. Dive into this captivating, must-see exhibit on view now and uncover the stories hidden in every line and landmark.

OLO MEMBERS-ONLY PREVIEW

I’ve been glued to my screen, 3,400 miles away, capturing snapshots from various mapping apps tracking the fires devastating Southern California. It’s been heartbreaking to watch the destruction unfold from a distance — to see homes, landscapes, and histories consumed by flames. While not perfect, these apps have been a lifeline for understanding the scope of these tragedies… READ ON

OLO Members-Only:

EVENTS CALENDAR

A curated list of regular and special events from Ojai, Ventura County, and Santa Barbara.

OLO TEA PARTY

Around Town, Real Estate, Food Scene, City Council Recaps, Quick Takes 🤦🏻♥️🤡😻and more!

NEW YEAR, NEW LAWS

As we welcome 2025, California is rolling out a fresh batch of laws that aim to tackle everything from artificial intelligence in Hollywood to cannabis retail regulations. The changes span nearly every aspect of life in the Golden State, offering plenty to celebrate — and maybe a few things to gripe about. Here's a rundown of what you need to know, with a little perspective for local business owners, residents, and anyone who’s ever parked too close to a crosswalk.

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