Pirates plan to invade Ojai

The 16th annual Gold Coast Pirate Faire will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. the weekends of Sept. 22 to 23 and 29 to 30 at Lake Casitas Recreation Area in Ojai.

Costumed pirates will recreate a 15th century pirate village . Battle reenactments and demonstrations will occur throughout both days.

The event will include an outdoor market offering visitors handcrafted items as well as period clothing, armament, jewelry, pirate booty and a selection of oneofakind plunder from captured ships.

A full food court will be available with themed food for purchase.

Kids' activities include treasure hunts, costume contests and a pirate play area.

The "Pirates Tavern" will serve ales, wine and adult beverages.

Admission is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors 62 and older, $7 for children under 12 and free for children under 5; parking is $5. Admission includes all entertainment and lake admission.

Lake Casitas Recreation Area is in the Ojai Valley 12 miles inland from the city of Ventura, near the junction of Highways 33 and 150.

The event is sponsored by the Visions in Time Foundation and Gold Coast Festivals.

For additional information, call (805) 496-6036 or visit www.goldcoastfestivals.com.