Skatelab has a large indoor skate park that your kids will love. It is located at 4226 Valley Fair Street, Simi Valley. Visit www.skatelab.com or call 805.578.0040 for more information. They offer skateboarding classes on Saturdays and Sundays for beginners and novices too!
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American Youth Soccer Organization Region 42 in Newbury Park is for kids ages 4 and older as of July 31st of each year. Region 42 plays at Peppertree Park and Dos Vientos Community Park. Season runs from September through November of each year. More information at www.aysoregion42.org or call the Region 42 hotline at 805.498.7284.]]>
The Sagebrush Cantina announces it will be hosting Tuesday night’s Kid’s Club, a local family community event offering free entertainment and activities geared toward families with kids ages 10 and under. The weekly Tuesday family night event offers activities such as face painting, gymnastics and disco dancing with a variety of featured entertainment which will include magic, reptiles, puppets, jugglers and bubble shows.
During Kid’s Club the cantina offers families a Kids Eat Free special with one free child’s meal with every adult entrée ordered or a $3 kid’s special meal with drink. Kid’s Club runs from 4:30 – 7:30 pm, rain or shine. Kids Eat Free pricing runs from 4:00 pm until closing.
For more information on Kid’s Club, call the Sagebrush Cantina at (818) 222-6062, email sagebrushcantina@earthlink.net or visit www.sagebrushcantina.com. The restaurant is located at 23527 Calabasas Road, Calabasas. It is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, 11:00 am to closing, Monday through Friday. The cantina now also serves Saturday breakfast beginning at 8:00 am. Sunday Brunch is served from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm with regular menu offered from 2:30 pm to closing.
Updated 7/20/10:
7/6: Guitar Sing-Along
7/13: Puppet Show
7/20: Pocket Pets (furry live animals on display!)
7/27: Science Show
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The Casitas Water Adventure is open throughout the summer. Children and adults alike can enjoy two distinct water playgrounds. For the younger children, a multi-level jungle gym with waterfalls, bridges and slides in a lagoon with water up to 18" deep. Parents can relax in a shady spot while the children play, or join their youngsters for a "splashing" good time.
For the whole family, the Lazy River offers a cool water ride on inner tubes along a scenic waterway featuring waterfalls, fog filled bridges and jet sprays. The inner tubes are available as singles, doubles or triples. And for the smallest of tots, a zero-depth pool sprays water from all angles, providing a safe, fun play area. Shaded decks, lounge chairs, showers, restrooms, a snack bar and mercantile are provided for comfort and convenience. Certified lifeguards are on hand at all times and life jackets are available at no extra charge while supplies last. Locker rentals are available for a nominal fee.
Lake Casitas Recreation Area is located at 11311 Santa Ana Road, Ventura. Visit www.casitaswater.org/lower.php?url=water-adventure for more information, including operating schedule/hours and prices or call 805.649.2233.
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Jungle Land is a 5000 square foot indoor playground for little kids up to 6 years. Open M-F 10 a.m. to 7 p.m (6 p.m Fri); NEW: Call for weekend playtimes! (May be closed to private parties.)
Jungle Land offers a one of a kind bouncer, 2 free skeeball machines, air hockey and basketball, Thomas the Train sets, roller coasters, baby area with soft play center, playhouses and kitchens, learning tables and scooters, bikes, cars, dolls and more. They also offer "MamaCare Groups," Friday night drop-off and daily babysitting.
Update July 2010: Jungle Land is pleased to announce its new Daily Child Care/ Babysitting Program, 9:30am-12:30pm Mon-Thurs (earlier times can be requested for a fee). Friday Child Care Available. Afternoon Child Care available upon request. $25.00- 1st Child, $10.00- Each Additional Child (Must be siblings to receive discount.)
We will provide our fantastic playground and incredible staff to watch your children for up to 3 hours. We will provide a safe, clean and fun atmosphere. We DO NOT require kids to be potty trained. We accept children 1 year old on up. Reservations are required. You may sign up the day before for once a week, twice a week, daily or whenever you need us as long as space is available. (Owner/Operator always present.)
Another Update: Unlimited Monthly Memberships for just $40.00 for 1 child and just $5.00 each for additional children per month. Children do not need to be siblings, so you can share your membership. Play as many times as you want!
Located at 30315 Canwood Street, Agoura Hills. Visit www.jungleland.info or call 818.706.9002 for more information.
Lakeshore Learning stores have free crafts for kids ages 3 and up every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. CLICK HERE for upcoming sessions.
The Ventura store is located at 4705 Telephone Road. Phone 805.289.1550 or visit www.lakeshorelearning.com.
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Brandon's Buddies is a FREE KIDS CLUB that meets every month at Brandon's Village at Gates Canyon Park in Calabasas. This playground is the first fully-accessible playground in the region. The day may include Integrated Play, Face Painting, Arts & Crafts, Entertainment and Treats. Please feel free to bring a sack lunch.
All children with and without disabilities and their families who want to spend a great day playing in the sunshine and making friends are invited to participate!
Brandon's Buddies gives children with disabilities the opportunity to play with their typically-able peers, while giving their parents a chance to share experiences and advice with other parents/caregivers. It gives children without disabilities the chance to get to know their peers and gain greater awareness and compassion.
For more information, visit The K.E.N. Project website at www.kenproject.com or call 818.222.8118. Or visit the KEN Project calendar at www.kenproject.com/calendarofevents.html.
Note from Conejo Joe: The group meets USUALLY (some exceptions) the first Saturday of each month from 11 am to 1 pm. But make sure to check in advance. Or just show up. The park is awesome!
Upcoming dates (as of 7/12/10): May 1st, June 5th, July 10th, Aug 7th, Sept 11th, Oct 2nd, Nov 6th, Dec 4th.
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Kindermusik is an internationally acclaimed music and early development program with locations throughout the world. Kindermusik programs are independently operated, with classes for newborns through age 7.
Local Conejo Valley classes are currently offered by Kindermusik with Mary at 3 locations, Borchard Community Center (www.crpd.org), Emmanuel Presbyterian Church (805.498.4502) and Temple Etz Chaim (805.497.6852).
For more information email Mary DiCesare at kindermusikwithmary@yahoo.com or visit her website at www.kindermusikwithmary.net.
Mary DiCesare has been a licensed, trained Kindermusik Educator for seven years and has taught in several locations in Los Angeles before relocating with her husband and 2 young children to Newbury Park in 2004. In addition to bringing Kindermusik to Newbury Park, she co-directed the Banyan Elementary School Chorus (2005 & 2006) and continues to be an active soprano in the St. Julie Billiart Choir.
Mary is passionate about music and teaching children of all ages, stages and abilities to love music and to be able to express themselves through music. She established "Kindermusik with Mary" in 2007, when she recognized the community's need for a program that offers high quality musical experiences for children to enjoy with their families, while providing a foundation for future learning in all areas of development.
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Join us every Tuesday at 6:00pm at The Commons at Calabasas (4799 Commons Way) for a weekly dose of fun, including music, dance, arts, crafts, entertainment and so much more!Upcoming Kids Club Events (Updated 7/1/10)
July 6th: Kids Club featuring an Exotic Animal Show, 6pm.
We have a super-sized assortment of exotic wildlife in a hands-on educational presentation including: an 85-pound tortoise, giant python, parrots, frogs, bugs and more!
July 13th: Kids Club featuring Music with Teacher Bob, 6pm.
Bob, a popular children’s musician, has a concert filled with high-energy musical fun. Everyone will have the opportunity to get up and dance along during this interactive show.
July 20th: Kids Club featuring Family Magic & Illusions, 6pm.
Allen has been performing magic for over fifteen years and he does classic tricks in a new way and introduces us to new tricks we have never seen. Children will even get a chance to do some magic of their own!
July 27th: Kids Club featuring Family Puppet Show, 6pm.
Children of all ages will be mesmerized by the wonder of these colorful puppet characters. Rene and his team have built some of the industries most intricate and finely crafted puppets and will make you laugh and shout with joy!
For more information, contact The Commons at Calabasas management office at 818-222-3444 or view our full Calendar of Events at www.shopcommons.com
In addition to the Kids Club, The Commons has beautiful grounds where you can take a stroll and enjoy turtles, Koi fish and ducks. Your kids can have a quick bite at Johnny Rockets, Pick Up Stix, Las Salsa, or Corner Bakery and finish the evening with a sweet treat from Crumbs Bakeshop or Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt.
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