Major Abraham Lincoln Exhibit on Display at Reagan Library on June 1 - Sept 30, 2013

Twenty-Five Renowned Lincoln Collectors and DreamWorks Studios Join Reagan Library for Major Abraham Lincoln Exhibit

Objects on display June 1 – September 30, 2013, include President Lincoln’s Stovepipe Hat, A Bloodied Pillow from the Night He Died, a Lincoln-Signed Emancipation Proclamation, and Sets from DreamWorks’ “Lincoln” Movie

Nominated for 12 Academy Awards, the DreamWorks Studios film Lincoln swept the nation with its intimate look at one of our nation’s greatest leaders. Now the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum has delved even deeper into the life of our sixteenth president with the help of twenty-five of the country’s most well-known Lincoln collectors, including Louise Taper, Hildene (the Lincoln Family Home), Ford’s Theater, the National Archives, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, as well as with DreamWorks Studios.

Running from June 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013, the Reagan Library exhibit, A. Lincoln: From Railsplitter to Rushmore, explores the life of Abraham Lincoln, commemorates the Civil War and marks the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. This extraordinary and engaging special exhibit, featuring over 250 original artifacts on Abraham Lincoln and sets from the Steven Spielberg-directed movie Lincoln, is a must-see for everyone.

Lincoln stovepipe hat courtesy of Hildene, the Lincoln Family Home.

Highlights of this fascinating and educational exhibit include:

• Abraham Lincoln's stovepipe hat and gold pocket watch
• Mary Todd Lincoln's Bible, jewelry and other personal items
• Abraham Lincoln's earliest childhood writings
• A President Lincoln-signed copy of the Emancipation Proclamation and a President Lincoln-signed copy of the 13th Amendment
• A bloody pillow on which President Lincoln died at the Petersen Boarding House
• A fragment of Abraham Lincoln's coat from Ford's Theatre
• The handwritten personal testimony of Boston Corbett, the man who killed John Wilkes Booth
• An American flag that draped President Lincoln's coffin

In addition to the original documents, artifacts and objects on display, the Reagan Library will be showcasing the costumes and Oscar-winning sets from DreamWorks Studios’ Lincoln film, including the entire set surrounding President Lincoln’s office, portions of Mary Todd Lincoln’s vanity set, and portions of Peterson’s Boarding House set. Items on display include Oscar-nominated costumes for Mary Todd Lincoln, Abraham Lincoln and Tad Lincoln.

This exhibit is sponsored by the Lincoln Club of Orange County.

The Reagan Library is located at 40 Presidential Drive in Simi Valley.  Public hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.  The Museum is only closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Years Day.  The Museum admission fees are $16.00 for general admission, $13.00 for seniors 62 and over, $10 for children 11-17, $6 for children 5-10 and free for children 4 years of age and under.  Museum exhibit tickets may be pre-purchased at www.reaganlibrary.com/tickets.

For more information, call (800) 410.8354 or visit www.reaganlibrary.com.

Lincoln cufflink courtesy of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.

Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers to Open in Westlake Village This Summer

The Thousand Oaks Acorn pointed out this week that Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers is in process of renovating the space previously occupied by Burger King in front of what used to be the K-Mart in Westlake Village at 391 Hampshire Road.

Learn more about Freddy's at www.freddysusa.com. According to a recent Freddy's press release.

Co-founded by Scott Redler and Bill, Randy and Freddy Simon, Freddy’s opened its first location in Wichita during 2002, offering a unique combination of cooked-to-order steakburgers, Chicago dogs, and other savory items along with its signature desserts prepared with premium frozen custard made fresh throughout the day. Freddy’s founders operate six locations in the Wichita Metro area, three in the Kansas City market, and one in the Dallas metro area. Eighty-three franchise units serve other areas of Kansas, Missouri and Texas as well as Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Utah and Virginia.

For 2013, Freddy’s was again named among Entrepreneur Magazine’s “Franchise 500®”. In 2012, besides Entrepreneur Magazine’s recognition for that year, Freddy’s was included among Inc. Magazine’s 500/5000 list of “Fastest Growing Private Companies”, QSR® Magazine’s “10 Best Franchise Deals”, Franchise Times® Magazine’s “Next 300 Franchise Chains”, and Business Insider’s “8 Better Burger Chains Poised to Conquer America”. Freddy’s has also been listed as the Fifth Fastest Growing Chain Restaurant in the United States and Canada by Chain Store Guide, a sister publication to Nation’s Restaurant News.

Public School 805 Restaurant and Bar to Open June 17 at The Promenade at Westlake

‘PUBLIC SCHOOL 805’ RESTAURANT AND BAR

OPENING JUNE 17 AT THE PROMENADE AT WESTLAKE

New Beer-Centric Restaurant featuring seasonally-inspired food by native Chef Phil Kastel

Whether you were the prom queen or the captain of the debate team in school—today everyone can agree nothing tops good food, beer and friends.  Public School 805, a new restaurant and bar will open on June 17 and features craft beer and a chef-driven menu by Thousand Oaks native, Executive Chef Phil Kastel. The 126-seat restaurant, located at The Promenade at Westlake, focuses on providing guests with “An Education in the Art of Food and Beer.”

Kastel developed the seasonal lunch and dinner menus using fresh, local ingredients.  Featured menu items will include: Jidori Brick Chicken and White Bean Ragu, Irish Stout Short Rib, Colorado Lamb Burger and Tuscan Chop Salad. The menu will also include a selection of handcrafted flatbread pizzas cooked on the hearth of the restaurant’s wood-fired oven.

Shrimp and Red Quinoa Salad

The bar menu will feature over 40 craft beers -- 24 on tap and 16 bottles and cans. For guests who prefer something other than beer, artisanal cocktails and wines on–tap are also offered.  PS805 plans to offer ongoing “Night School” classes such as Beer 101 and seasonal cocktail tastings.   

“Recess,” aka happy hour, will be offered daily with special menu items priced at ^$4, ^$5 and ^$6; featuring dishes such as Speck & Eggs, Parmesan Truffle Fries and Tres Adobo Tacos.

Public School 805 was created by Los Angeles restaurateur Bob Spivak, co-founder and CEO of classic American mainstays The Grill on the Alley and Daily Grill.

Designed by Los Angeles-based Kelly Architects, the use of materials like tile, wood and steel along with refined polished chrome furniture and light fixtures is meant to trigger the nostalgic memory of a classroom.  Guest can enjoy dining at communal st

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Sushi Teri Teppan House Opening Soon on Daily Drive in Camarillo

Final Update 5/13/13: Sushi Teri Teppan House in Camarillo opened its doors to the public today.

Update 4/30/13: Sounds like Sushi Teri Camarillo will be opening sometime in the next few weeks according to the person that answered their phone at 805.389.5455.

Original post 3/21/13:

In the space previously occupied by Yamato at 1901 East Daily Drive in Camarillo there is a sign that says a new sushi bar is coming to town...Sushi Teri Teppan House. Great news!

Yamato closed its doors last summer but left behind quite a nice, large rotating sushi bar (in fact, this easily the longest rotaing sushi conveyor belt i've seen in 30 years of sushi consumption) and teppan restaurant.

No word yet as of opening date but they have applied for onsite beer and wine sales, which is a requirement in my book when consuming sushi and teppan grilled food at night (at lunch...for me...not so much...I'd need a nap afterwards).

My gut tells me this Sushi Teri is connected to the Sushi Teri restaurants in Santa Barbara, Goleta, Carpinteria and Lompoc. In fact, I would place money on it. More on Sushi Teri at sushiteri.com.

Public School 805 Coming to The Promenade at Westlake in Summer 2013

Update 5/13/13: Public School 805 indicates on its website that class will be in session in June. They are currently hiring. Visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/publicschool805 for more information.

Posted 1/26/13: Public School is a new gastropub style full-service dining concept that is preparing to open in early summer of 2013 in Westlake Village at The Promenade at Westlake, next to The Grill on the Alley. As you can see from the photos below, Public School 805 is "An Education in the Art of Food and Beer."

There are currently two other Public School locations, the Public School 612 flagship location next to the Daily Grill in Downtown Los Angeles and Public School 310 in Culver City. I'm looking at the dinner menu at Public School 310 as I type this and see interesting things like Jidori Brick Chicken & White Bean Ragout, Sliced New York Strip with Chimichurri and Mustard Glazed Scottish Salmon. I'm also seeing dozens of unique draught and bottled craft beers and a large variety of other beers and wines. This should be a worthy addition to the Conejo Valley.

Grill Concepts, the owner of Public School, also owns and manages The Grill on the Alley and Daily Grill. The Grill on the Allley originally opened in 1984 in Beverly Hills and now has seven restaurants in four states. The Daily Grill began operations in 1988 and today has 21 locations in eight states.

You can actually own a stake in these restaurants. Grill Concepts is based in Woodland Hills and trades on the Over the Counter "Pink Sheets" market under symbol GLLC. While I love their food, at 33 cents a share and with sparse publicly available financial information, I'd steer clear of the stock.

To learn more about Public School, visit psontap.com. I suspect when Public School 805 is up and running you can visit www.publicschool805.com to learn about our newest local restaurant in town.

Public School 805 is being built directly adjacent to The Grill on The Alley

Oxnard Police Department Launches "Stay in Touch" Program for Local Residents

The Oxnard Police Department recently introduced "Stay in Touch," a service that emails you notifications about public safety issues and crime activity in your specific neighborhood in Oxnard. To sign up, you simply provide your email address and name and selected your neighborhood. Learn more and sign up at stayintouch.oxnardpd.org.

Ventura County Public Health Reminds Residents to Avoid Wildfire Smoke

Ventura County Health Officials Warn Residents to Avoid Wildfire Smoke

Smoke and ash from the Camarillo Springs fire are affecting air quality in Ventura County. Due to the combination of high winds and the spreading blaze, smoke and ash are currently present in the air and may pose a health threat for some individuals.

Smoke and ash irritate the eyes, nose and throat and may be harmful to breathe but, according to Ventura County Public Health (VCPH) officials, not everyone who is exposed to thick smoke will have health problems.

“The level and duration of exposure, age, individual susceptibility, including the presence or absence of pre-existing lung or heart disease, and other factors play significant roles in determining whether or not someone will experience smoke-related health problems,” said Dr. Robert Levin, Ventura County Public Health Officer.

In areas near or downwind from the fire that are impacted by blowing dust, smoke and/or ash, VCPH officials urge people to exercise caution and remain indoors. Residents should stay inside their homes, bring pets inside, keep windows and doors closed, use air conditioners on the recycle or re-circulate mode and avoid vigorous physical exertion both indoors and outdoors. At the first sign of discomfort, individuals should relocate to another area that is smoke-free.

Residents who develop symptoms such as shortness of breath, wheezing, exhaustion, lightheadedness or chest pain with decreased activity are advised to stop all activity and seek medical attention. This is important not only for people with chronic lung or heart disease, but also for individuals who have not been diagnosed previously with such illnesses. Smoke can “unmask” or produce symptoms of such diseases.

The onset of the California fire season reminds us that it is important to have enough food, water and medication on hand to last five days. Foods stored for use during the fire season should not require cooking, since cooking can add particles to indoor air. 

For more information about the health impacts of wildfire smoke, go to: http://bit.ly/17zRtXm and for Ventura County air quality reports, visit www.vcapcd.org.

Thousand Wok Asian Bistro & Sushi & Pho Recently Opened in Thousand Oaks

A new eatery called Thousand Wok Asian Bistro & Sushi & Pho opened recently n the space previously occupied by Chin San Asian Bistro (and prior to that Paradise Sushi & Grill) at 450 N. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks (Village Court Shopping Center  The name kind of reminds me of the name Sushi Oaks in Newbury Park. Except I'm wondering why Wok isn't plural "Thousand Woks." I dunno. Thousand Wok serves up Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese food. Their phone is 805.494.7788.

Eatery "Salad Gourmet" Recently Opened at Janss Marketplace in Thousand Oaks

Health-conscious Conejo Valley Guide Facebook Page follower Marilee gave the heads up that Salad Gourmet very recently opened its doors in outdoor food court section of Janss Marketplace in Thousand Oaks. Merilee commented "Great salads, paninis and wraps. 3 people asked me where I bought the Chinese Chicken Salad I was munching on. Delish. And soon, they'll deliver! Great addition to the meal options available."

Sounds pretty good to me! I see over 20 "quick toss gourmet salads" and 16 different "gourmet artisan sandwiches" and paninis on their menu. Salad Gourmet is located in the space previously occupied by Burger King...next to Subway. For more information and hours, call (805) 379-1980.

Shave It Looks To Be Opening a New Location in Camarillo

Given the photos below, it would appear that a Shave It frozen treat location will be located at 455 Carmen Drive, Camarillo, in what used to be Cucina Isabella. I contacted Shave It Thousand Oaks and they did not have any specifics at this point...probably because Shave It franchises other locations.

The original Shave It opened in 2006 and has been a personal favorite for me and my family. I love the Hawaiian style shave ice and enjoy it with ice cream on the inside and the "sourade" powder on the outside. Yes, I risk becoming diabetic due to you, Shave It, but it's worth it! :) Stay tuned. It's good that a 24 Hour Fitness is located next to the new Camarillo Shave It, isn't it...?

And of course...for over 80 places around Ventura County specializing in satisfying our frozen sugar teeth cravings with frozen yogurt, ice cream and other ice cold treats, check out this list.

Simply Healthy Smoothies and Nutrition in Newbury Park Opened Saturday, April 27th

As alluded to in this previous post, "Simply Healthy"opened its doors this past Saturday, April 27th. I stopped by the first time last night and ordered up a chocolate peanut butter smoothie, which came with an iced tea and shot of aloe juice which had me zipping along with renewed energy. Tasted great. They have several dozen flavors to choose from, but of course I had to go with the chocolate.

I was too busy chatting with co-owner Randy, pictured below, to even jot down their phone number or ask about their hours. But I do know they are located at the former Golden Spoon location at 796 North Wendy Drive, Newbury Park, just southwest of the 101 freeway.

These shakes have Herbalife products in them and are considered meal replacement drinks. But if you still have room afterwards, you can visit the McDonald's or Newbury Donuts flanking Simply Healthy. Or ignore my advice and listen to theirs as they do provide nutritional programs and advice!

Great News From Thousand Oaks Police Department Regarding Burglary Arrests

Recently, the city of Thousand Oaks has experienced an increase in residential and vehicle burglaries.  During this investigation, the Thousand Oaks Police Department engaged in a public awareness campaign, asking residents to call and report suspicious activity.  With the help of tips from our community members, several burglary suspects have been arrested over the past month.  These suspects are unknown to one another, and their crimes are not related.

On April 10th, 2013, Detectives and School Resource Officers from the Thousand Oaks Police Station arrested two juveniles for a rash of burglaries to storage lockers in the Thousand Oaks area.

On April 15th, 2013, a tip from the public led patrol officers to Madison McConnell (age 23).  McConnell was found in possession of stolen property and has been connected to at least one residential burglary in the city of Thousand Oaks.  Detectives are continuing to investigate the possibility he has been involved in more.

On April 26th, 2013, investigators from the Thousand Oaks Special Enforcement Unit arrested Sean Torbert (age 26) for residential burglaries that occurred in the city of Los Angeles.  Torbert is suspected of committing similar residential burglaries in Thousand Oaks, and investigators are investigating his connection to those crimes.

The identification and arrest of these suspects is the direct result of the partnership the Thousand Oaks Police Department has with our community, and the willingness of our community members to provide essential information regarding crime in our neighborhoods.  The Thousand Oaks Police Department would like to remind our community to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.  

Report suspicious persons and/or vehicles in your neighborhoods at (805) 654-9511.

Source: Thousand Oaks Police Department www.toaks.org/government/depts/police/default.asp

City of Thousand Oaks Hosts Annual Public Works Open House on May 22-23

The City of Thousand Oaks is celebrating National Public Works Awareness Week (NPWW) with a two-day open house, Wednesday, May 22 and Thursday, May 23, 2013, at the City's Municipal Service Center, 1993 Rancho Conejo Blvd. Individual and group tours will be scheduled for the open house on both days between 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. To reserve a tour, visit the City website at www.toaks.org/pww for online registration by May 6th, or call 805.499.2499.

National Public Works Week is a celebration of the tens of thousands of men and women in North America who provide and maintain the infrastructure and services collectively known as Public Works. To learn more about the history and why the City of Thousand Oaks celebrates NPWW, please visit the American Public Works Association (APWA) website at www.apwa.net/discover/National-Public-Works-Week. The City of Thousand Oaks is accredited with the APWA, one of only five accredited agencies in the State to earn this honor.

The open house will acquaint residents with City services, including landscape maintenance, street repair, recycling, operations of water and wastewater systems and transit services.

Conejo Valley Based Writer Robert Weibezahl Pens Second in Crime Novel Series

Westlake/T.O. Writer Pens Second in Crime Novel Series

Robert Weibezahl has published his second crime novel, The Dead Don’t Forget. The Westlake resident draws on his experiences working in the film industry in writing his mystery series.

Introduced in Weibezahl’s debut crime novel, The Wicket and the Dead, Billy Winnetka is a screenwriter and amateur detective who Front Street Reviews calls “a character you hope to meet again. ” Now, Winnetka is back for a second case in The Dead Don’t Forget (Dark Oak Mysteries; April 2013; $14.95, paperback), once more reluctantly investigating a peculiarly Hollywood crime.

Who would want to scare a silent screen legend who hasn’t made a movie in years? As Winnetka discovers, there is a considerable list of suspects—from Gwendolyn Barlow’s money-grubbing high society relatives to her less-than-honest business manager. But simply scaring an old woman is one thing—killing her is another.

Meanwhile, the beleaguered screenwriter encounters a string of problems on the set of his new movie, where production has run amuck. The only antidote for his troubles may be love—but is the new woman in his life somehow connected to Gwendolyn’s murder?

With cheerful cynicism, Billy Winnetka casts a satirical eye on the excesses and often less-than-glamorous reality of Hollywood. While he may lack the bona fide credentials of a private eye, he has the right intentions, the right connections and the right instincts to uncover the murderous truth lurking on the back lots and behind the gated walls.

Blending soft-boiled Los Angeles noir with a touch of satire, The Dea

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City of Thousand Oaks Seeks Entries for 2nd Annual Photo Contest

Photographers of all ages and skill levels are invited to participate in the City of Thousand Oaks “Faces, Places, & Open Spaces” Photo Contest. The photo contest is returning for a second consecutive year featuring a new Instagram category!

Photos may be submitted in four categories: Environment, People & Places, Mobile, and Instagram snapshots using hashtag #FacesPlacesOpenSpaces. Winning photos will be judged based on creativity, photo quality, and representation of Thousand Oaks and featured on TOTV, in citywide print and electronic marketing materials, and social media channels. First, second, and third place winners in each category will be awarded a certificate by the Mayor at a future City Council meeting.  

There is no cost to enter and contestants may submit up to five photos per entry by Mail or drop-off to: City of Thousand Oaks, Attn: Photo Contest, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd; Email mobile photos to rwagner@toaks.org; Upload Instagram photos to the Instagram mobile application using hashtag #FacesPlacesOpenSpaces. A signed entry form and participation agreement is required for eligibility and entries must be received by July 1, 2013 at 5:00 PM.

Visit www.toaks.org/photocontest for contest details and to download entry forms.

See some of the winners of last year's contest at this link.

PizzaSalad Closes and Mulberry Street Pizzeria Opens in Thousand Oaks

PizzaSalad closed early last month after doing business for five years at 1655 E. Thousand Oaks Boulevard in Thousand Oaks. We will miss their organic ingredients and tasty food!

But where one slice of pizza is down to its crust, another one may be in the oven...which is the case here as Beverly Hills based Mulberry Street Pizzeria opened at this location last weekend. This is their 5th location.

According to a recent Mulberry Street Pizzeria press release:

One of the most well-known and highly rated pizzerias in the world, Mulberry Street was opened in 1991 by Richie Palmer, whose original and authentic New-York- style pizza proved a recipe for success.

With a cult following among local residents, tourists from around the world, and Hollywood's elite -- including Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Frankie Vallie, Mickey Rourke, Jon Lovitz, and others -- Richie quickly expanded his operation to include three additional locations -- one in Encino, one in Sherman Oaks, and a second store in Beverly Hills.

Richie has also spread his success by taking his famous sauces mainstream. Mulberry Street Pizza Marinara, Vinaigrette, Hot Oil, and BBQ Sauces have hit shelves around the area and are available online.

The Thousand Oaks pizzeria will be open Sunday-Thursday 11am-10pm; Friday-Saturday 11am-11pm. For takeout or delivery, call (805) 379-1121, or experience Mulberry Street Pizza and order online at www.mulberrypizzeria.com.

We stopped by Mulberry Street Pizzeria Thousand Oaks and sampled different slices. Delish!A CVG Facebook follower mentioned the Eggplant Parmesan pizza was a standout...she was absolutely correct. I tried it and yes indeed, it was good.

About Mulberry Street Pizza

Founded in 1991 when Richie Palmer opened the first Beverly Hills location, Mulberry Street Pizza is one of the most well-known and highly rated pizzerias across the globe. The New York style pizzeria is a cherished Beverly Hills' icon and has also operates famed locations in Encino, Sherman Oaks, and Thousand Oaks. Celebrated for the perfect pie with the perfect flavors, Richie Palmer is spreading his success as he takes their famous pizza sauces mainstream. Mulberry Street Pizza Marinara, Vinaigrette, Hot Oil and BBQ Sauces have hit shelves. To order online or experience Mulberry Street Pizza, visit www.mulberrypizzeria.com.

Zen Garden Chinese Cuisine Coming Zoon, I Mean, Soon, to Oak Park

Thanks to Conejo Joe Twitter follower Andrew C, we became aware of a new Chinese restaurant coming to Oak Park, at the corner of Lindero Canyon and Kanan. Zen Garden Chinese Cuisine will be located at 668 Lindero Canyon Road, in the space previously occupied by Osaka Sushi.

That is all for now. No website or Facebook page uncovered as of yet for this new Chinese eatery.

Free Career Transitions Workshop Offered at Lighthouse Church Newbury Park

Volunteers offer a free Career Transitions Workshop at Lighthouse Church in Newbury Park. The group offers a seminar, resume rework, breakfast and lunch free for anyone looking for a job.  No strings attached!  It is for anyone unemployed, under-employed or just seeking a new job. Guest speakers provide insight and techniques for seeking jobs and changing careers. HR professionals meet with participants on an individual basis to review and counsel on resumes.

Upcoming workshops are offered on the following Saturdays from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm: June 8th, September 7th and November 9th.

Learn more and register for an upcoming workshop at ctw.lighthousechurch.org. Lighthouse Church is located at 3353 Old Conejo Road in Newbury Park.

Over 275 local employers in Ventura County and adjacent areas!

Simply Healthy, Donuts or Better Yet, Simply Healthy Donuts in Newbury Park!

In the space previously occupied by the Newbury Park Golden Spoon, a new sign came up yesterday called Simply Healthy.  In a rush, I snapped a shot of this new business to share . Though I have a guess as to what the business is, I will keep that to myself until it is confirmed.

But in taking another look at the photo, the irony became apparent. Simply Healthy...Donuts. Yes, people were amused when it was posted to the CVG Facebook Page: "Finally! I've been waiting for a simply healthy donut!" "I'll take a dozen" "Dream come true!" "I'm off to get my healthy donuts!"

If anyone is reading this and knows how to make healthy donuts, consider a location in the Conejo Valley. There appears to be high demand for them!

3rd Annual Conejo Valley Restaurant Week Planned for April 21-25, 2013

Conejo Valley Restaurant Week is back for a 3rd helping this year from April 21st to 25th! Participing restaurants in the Conejo Valley and adjacent cities will offer special prix fixe (that means "fixed price" to English as Only Language types like me), 2 course lunch (NEW this year) and/or 3-course dinner menus to hungry people like you and me!

Meals will be offered at a minimum of 30% off the regular menu price. Gotta love that!

Lunch: two for $10; $10 and $15 pricing. Dinner: two for $15; and $15, $25 and $35 (tax, beverages and gratuity are not included). Participating restaurants include fast-casual and fine dining establishments.

Visit a favorite restaurant, try a new one or dine out every night of the week with family and friends. Prices do not include beverages, tax and tip. Visit www.conejorestaurantweek.com for more details and links to restaurant websites. The list will grow as we get closer to the dates of the event.

Several new local restaurants are participating, including Paul Martin's, Cinepolis, Burgerwerkz, DISH and Mulberry Street Pizzeria.

Bon appetit! (That means...ENJOY YOUR MEAL!)

Restaurants interested in participating can contact Danielle Borja at the Chamber: 805.370.0035 or dborja@conejochamber.org.