Capri Trattoria and Pizzeria Coming Soon to Thousand Oaks

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The Marcello Ristorante sign is gone and the windows are covered at 140 W. Hillcrest Drive in Thousand Oaks. The new eatery assigned the on-site beer and wine permit is Capri Trattoria and Pizzeria. State licensing records list Nando Silvestri as a member and managing member of the permit holder, Tutto Bene Restaurant Group, LLC. Silvestri also owns Spumoni Pizza Restaurant in Santa Monica.

An individual is hiring for the eatery. See bit.ly/caprihiring2026.

Poke & K-Roll Now Open in Camarillo

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Poke & K-Roll soft-opened two days ago at 455 Carmen Drive in Camarillo's Carmen Plaza, taking over the former Poke U & Me location.

For those unfamiliar with K-rolls, they are based on kimbap (also spelled gimbap), a popular Korean dish made with rice seasoned with sesame oil, wrapped in seaweed, and filled with ingredients such as bulgogi, egg, vegetables, and pickled radishes, and also crab meat, spicy tuna, avocado, etc. @pokenkroll on Instagram or call 805-482-9812

Shooby's Opened in April in Camarillo at the Former Freda's

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Yes, it’s August and realized we never mentioned that Shooby’s opened at 2024 Ventura Blvd in Old Town Camarillo in late April in the Freda’s Pizza and Woodfired Kitchen that announced its closure, after six years in Camarillo, on April 10th.

Shooby’s specialized in smashburgers made with Certified Angus beef, hand-cut fries, premium Mary’s Chicken, house-made pickles and sauces, and hand-spun Haagen-Dazs milkshakes. Learn more at www.shoobys.com.

MINISO Store Coming to Former Tilly's Space at The Shoppes at Westlake Village

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A new MINISO store is coming soon to The Shoppes at Westlake Village, taking over the recently vacated Tilly's space.

MINISO is a global lifestyle retailer headquartered in Guangzhou, China, known for its affordable selection of home goods, stationery, beauty products, toys, plushies, collectibles, tech accessories, snacks, and licensed merchandise featuring brands and characters such as Disney, Harry Potter, Sanrio, Peanuts, and more.

The nearest existing MINISO locations are at The Oaks mall in Thousand Oaks and Westfield Topanga in Canoga Park. www.miniso-us.com

Savta Restaurant Coming Soon to The Lakes at Thousand Oaks

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Savta is planned for The Lakes, next to Sora Handroll Bar, which is also coming soon.

Savta opened at The Original Farmers Market next to The Grove in Los Angeles in February 2025. The menu features wood-fired pizzas, pastas, sandwiches, brunch items, and other California and French-inspired dishes. "Savta" means "grandmother" in Hebrew, and the restaurant says it was named in honor of the owner's grandmother and her influence on the family's cooking traditions. Learn more at savtarestaurant.com.

Also coming soon to The Lakes, next to California Pizza Kitchen, is [solidcore], a 50-minute, full-body strength-training workout concept. Learn more at solidcore.co.

Lastly, as mentioned last month, PopUp Bagels is also anticipated to be coming to The Lakes.

Opening dates for all of the above have not yet been announced.

Princess Diana Exhibit at the Reagan Library November 7, 2026 through May 31, 2027

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The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute (RRPFI) will debut “Princess Diana: Love Life Legacy — A Life of Giving,” marking the exhibition's first stop anywhere in the world. Opening on November 7, 2026, this remarkable exhibition showcases more than 700 original artifacts spanning every chapter of Diana's extraordinary life. From internationally recognized fashions and handwritten letters to childhood treasures, jewelry, historic documents, and personal possessions, these remarkable objects tell the story of Diana as a daughter, sister, wife, mother, humanitarian, and global icon. 

Displayed together for the very first time, this landmark exhibition also unveils previously unknown artifacts and items that highlight the special transatlantic friendship between the Reagans and the United Kingdom, unique to the Reagan Library. This exhibition offers visitors an unprecedented opportunity to experience her life, legacy, and enduring impact.

Items on display include: 

  • Diana’s iconic “Travolta” dress, on loan from Historic Royal Palaces;

  • The invitation to the historic 1985 White House State Dinner;

  • Diana’s famous “Black Sheep” sweater;

  • The “Caring” dress worn while visiting hospitalized children; 

  • Jacques Azagury’s “Final Goodbye” Dress, the last gown Princess Diana tried on before her death, revealed publicly for the first time;

  • The official program from Charles and Diana’s royal wedding;

  • Princess Diana's wedding slippers;

  • Princess Diana's iconic Lady Dior handbags, shoes, hats, and designer accessories;

  • Jewelry from childhood keepsakes to iconic royal pieces;

  • Handwritten letters, historic documents, and personal possessions.

Exclusive to this stop on the tour, the Reagan Library adds to the international collection by pairing Princess Diana's artifacts with items from President and Mrs. Reagan’s archival collection. This one-of-a-kind pairing tells the story of the Princess of Wales and the enduring transatlantic bond between the U.S. and the U.K. It brings together iconic dresses and personal treasures from Princess Diana and Nancy Reagan, highlighting how each used their global platform to champion humanitarian work, shape fashion history, inspire millions, and leave a lasting influence on modern culture.

The “Princess Diana: Love Life Legacy — A Life of Giving” exhibition, running through May 31, 2027, was developed and produced by Exhibits Development Group in collaboration with The Princess & The Platypus Foundation from the collection of The Princess Diana Museum. 

To learn more about the exhibition and purchase tickets, visit the Reagan Library website at www.ReaganLibrary.com/Diana. With large crowds expected, guests are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance. The exhibition is not endorsed by, sponsored by, licensed by, associated with, or otherwise affiliated with the British Royal Family. 2026 © - All Rights Reserved.

Cal State Channel Islands Unveils Refreshed Brand Identity

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Cal State Channel Islands (CSUCI), Ventura County’s only public four-year university, today unveiled a refreshed brand that celebrates the University’s distinctive sense of place while giving CSUCI a unified voice, visuals, and digital presence for the future.

The refreshed brand is part of a broader effort to strengthen how CSUCI communicates its distinctive value to prospective and current students, employees, alumni, donors, community partners, and the region. More than a new visual identity, the work clarifies CSUCI’s institutional identity, the value of a CSUCI education, and the experiences that distinguish the University.

The University’s new visual identity brings that institutional identity to life through a new primary logo featuring two landmarks closely associated with Cal State Channel Islands: the University’s iconic Bell Tower and sathwiwa, the Chumash name for Round Mountain that overlooks the campus. Together, the elements connect CSUCI’s visual identity to the history, landscape, and communities that surround the University.

CSUCI’s institutional identity and messaging were developed over the past two-plus years through an extensive process of research, listening, and refinement.

The new visual identity introduces a color palette inspired by CSUCI’s natural and regional surroundings. Channel Blue, drawn from the ocean waters surrounding the nearby Channel Islands, serves as the University’s dominant institutional color. Islands Teal, inspired by waters and landmark features on campus, provides a vibrant supporting color. Berry Red, inspired by regional flora and the area’s agricultural connections, will appear selectively including in versions of the University logo that highlight “Cal State.”

Also new is the Dolphin Spirit Mark, a spirited extension of the CSUCI identity designed to celebrate campus pride and community. Featuring a stylized Dolphin in Channel Blue and Islands Teal, the mark can be used for student organizations and clubs, intramural sports, apparel, retail merchandise, and select on-campus signage and banners.

The new brand will begin appearing across the CSUCI website, digital communications, publications, signage, merchandise, and other materials.