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El Sancho Loco Taqueria opened its doors for business at 2272 Michael Drive in Newbury Park on July 1, 2010. The popular local eatery announced that it is celebrating this 16 year milestone with its new name - Casa de Sancho - Authentic Latin Cuisine.
El Sancho Loco in 2020
The 2026 Dallas Cowboys Training Camp presented by American Airlines will be open for fans to attend practice sessions in Oxnard from Wednesday, July 29th through Tuesday, August 18tth. Fans can attend all practice sessions open to the public. Location is the River Ridge Playing Fields, accessible at 2501 Ventura Road in Oxnard.
Training Camp in Oxnard will be highlighted by the annual camp opening ceremony – Cowboys Back Together Saturday presented by American Airlines – as the team welcomes fans back to training camp on Saturday, August 1. The Cowboys Back Together Saturday event will begin at 9:15 am PT as fans enjoy live entertainment, Dallas Cowboys mascot Rowdy, exclusive merchandise, giveaways and more! The Opening Ceremony will take place at 11:15 am PT which will include a performance by the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, 90 boys and girls from NFL Flag Ventura County, and remarks from the Jones Family and Mayor of Oxnard before the open practice session at 11:45 am PT.
On Thursday, August 6, the team will host Heroes Appreciation Day presented by USAA to show their gratitude towards miliary personnel and first responders. Heroes who wear their military or first responder uniform or show their military ID will receive free general admission parking and two reserved spots on the sideline VIP structure to view practice. Capacity is limited; first come, first served.
Admission is FREE, no tickets needed. There will be autograph opportunities, Dallas Cowboys cheerleader appearances, live weekend entertainment, Cowboys merchandise for sale, food and drinks available for purchase, field access and more.
Fans will have the option to purchase VIP or Hospitality Deck Access to the training camp. Sideline Access / Early Entrance is $20. VIP YAAMAVA’ Hospitality Deck Entrance is $100 Mon-Thurs and $150 Fri-Sun and joint practices. More info at fanexperiences.dallascowboys.com/training-camp.
More information at www.dallascowboys.com/training-camp..
Wednesday, July 29 - Open Practice at 11:45 am
Thursday, July 30 - Open Practice at 11:45 am
Friday, July 31 - 4:00-6:00 pm - Oxnard Fan Night at The Collection at RiverPark featuring the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and Cowboys Mascot Rowdy. This event will also include Dallas Cowboys trivia, contests, giveaways, and more! This year's event will feature hosts Junior Lledo and Francois the Great, plus Cowboys-themed performances, an appearance by Cowboys legends and more!
Saturday, August 1 – Cowboys Back Together Weekend & Opening Ceremony - 9:15 am Doors Open. 11:15 am Opening Ceremony. 11:45 am Open Practice
Monday, August 3 - Open Practice at 11:45 am
Tuesday, August 4 - Open Practice at 11:45 am
Thursday, August 6 - Heroes Appreciation Day - 11:45 am
Saturday, August 8 - Open Practice at 11:45 am
Sunday, August 9 - Open Practice at 11:45 am
Tuesday, August 11 - Scrimmage at the Los Angeles Rams at TBA time at Rams Village in Woodland Hills
Thursday, August 13 - Open Practice at 11:45 am
Friday, August 14 - Open Practice at 11:45 am
Monday, August 17 - Open Practice at 11:45 am
Tuesday, August 18 - Scrimmage with New Orleans Saints at 2pm
Driving Directions
Northbound on the 101 freeway from Los Angeles: Exit Oxnard Boulevard. Turn RIGHT. Make your first LEFT onto Town Center Drive. Make a LEFT onto Ventura Road. Travel 1 mile and it will be on your RIGHT before Vineyard Ave. (watch for traffic lanes at the entrance to the parking lot).
Parking at River Ridge Playing Field opens at 8 am on weekdays and 7:30 am on weekends and the cost is $20 weekdays for small vehicles (cars/trucks) and $40 for large vehicles. Cash only.
No bicycles, backpacks (small diaper bag ok), coolers, ice chests, outside food and pets. No strollers in the bleacher area. No tailgating or alcohol allowed.
Historical Note: The Cowboys have been training in Oxnard in the majority of years since 2001 (the years they were elsewhere were 2002-2003, 2007, 2009-2011 and 2020). They also trained at Cal Lutheran in Thousand Oaks from 1963 to 1989.
Sweets Cafe & Bakery will be opening soon at 2444 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks (adjacent to Bo’s House of Omelettes).
The cafe will be offering freshly baked pastries and handcrafted desserts, specialty coffee, and more. Follow them on Instagram at www.instagram.com/sweetscafeandbakery.
Here's a great summer deal that will bowl you over! Bowling alleys across the country are offering Kids Bowl Free deals during the summer months once again this year!
Up to two games per kid on designated days and times, subject to lane availability. Note that applicable ages for Kids Bowl Free vary from 2 up to 15 to 18.
The deal also does not apply to parties, camps and other organized events. And lastly, the deal does not include bowling shoe rental. With no further ado, here are local alleys in Ventura County and nearby areas that are participating in Kids Bowl Free!
NOTE: You first must visit www.kidsbowlfree.com and register with specific bowling alleys. After registering your children, you will receive coupons via email or through mobile devices, and in turn redeem them at the time of purchase. In addition to the 2 FREE Games, you may be able to purchase a family package (at participating centers) and generally must pay for standard shoe rental rates at the time of bowling.
Harley's Camarillo Bowl offers Kids Bowl Free Monday through Wednesday from 9:30am to 4pm for kids 2 to 17, from June 15 to August 28, 2026.
Harley's Simi Bowl offer Kids Bowl Free Monday, Wed, Thurs and Fri from 9am to 4pm for kids ages 2 to 16, from May 27 to September 3, 2026.
Harley's Valley Bowl offers Kids Bowl Free Tuesday through Friday from 10am to 4pm for kids ages 2 to 18, from May 27 to August 28, 2026.
Click this link to pin down information about all the local Ventura County area bowling alleys.
The Salsa & Beer Mexican Grill “coming soon” signs were up in December 2020 but were subsequently taken down, Finally, 5 1/2 years later, there are new signs up as of today at 4895 Las Virgenes Road in Calabasas. at the former Coco’s location visible from the 101 south.
With locations in North Hollywood and Van Nuys/Lake Balboa, Salsa & Beer offers authentic Mexican food from the town of Jerez, located in the Mexican state of Zacatecas.
The menu includes traditional Mexican combination plates, fajitas, sizzling spicy Molcajete dishes, Spicy Zacatecas Carnitas, Tampiquena Chicken, Carne Asada Encebollada Charbroiled Steak, their “famous” tortas and much more.
Timing of restaurant opening TBA.
More info at www.salsaandbeertogo.com.
The City of Agoura Hills Summer Beach Bus is back for 2026. Runs June 15 to August 7 (except July 3) Monday through Friday from three designated locations to/from Zuma Beach. Service is $2 each way. Exact change required. Open to anyone (not just Agoura Hills residents). www.agourahillscity.gov/beachbus
The City of Thousand Oaks is offering Summer Beach Bus Service in 2026 from June 15 to August 8 (except July 4) to Zuma Beach and Ventura Harbor Beach. Two round trips will be available daily Monday through Thursday to Zuma and Friday/Saturday to Ventura Cove Beach. The fare is $4.00 round trip ($1.00 for seniors ages 65+ and persons with disabilities) cash only and is collected in person at the time of boarding. Students from kindergarten through college can ride the Beach Bus for free. toaks.gov/beachbus
The Calabasas Beach Bus will operate June 15 to August 8, 2026 Monday to Friday to Zuma Beach. Fare is $5 round-trip via the TripShot app. Cash will not be accepted. More details will be available at cityofcalabasas.com/beachbus.
The City of Agoura Hills Summer Beach Bus is back for 2026. The bus runs June 15 to August 7 (except July 3), Monday through Friday from three designated locations to/from Zuma Beach, Parking Lot #8 - Lindero Canyon Middle School, Agoura High School and Agoura Road at Liberty Canyon Road.
Service is $2 each way. Exact change required. Open to anyone - not just Agoura Hills residents, but must carry a form of ID. More details at www.agourahillscity.gov/beachbus
Throwback Thursday Food Truck Fest at the Camarillo Ranch is planned this summer of 2026 from 5-8PM on Thursday, June 25th, Thursday, July 23rd, and Thursday, August 20th.
Events feature food trucks, including beer and wine, family activities, artisan market, live music, house tours ($5), and more. Free admission. Located at 201 Camarillo Ranch Road.
For more information, visit camarilloranchfoundation.com/tbt-food-truck-festival..
Wok House Modern Chinese Kitchen is coming soon to the former Color Oaks Chinese eatery in the North Oaks Center at 1032 E. Avenida De Los Arboles in Thousand Oaks. Updates on Instagram at @wokhaus_chinesekitchen
Chinese eateries in the Conejo Valley compiled at THIS LINK.
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