Air National Guard Band of the Southwest Free Concert in Port Hueneme on June 30

The Air National Guard Band of the Southwest’s 2013 Southern California Summer Concert tour will present a free concert in Oceanview Pavilion’s Performing Arts Theatre by the Beach located at 575 E. Surfside Drive Port Hueneme. The concert will be 3:00 pm Sunday June 30. It is sponsored by the Oceanview Pavilion’s Performing Arts Theatre by the Beach.

The thirty-member Air National Guard concert band is a celebration of American music!  Under the direction of Captain Vu Nguyen, the band performs music by Aaron Copland, John Phillip Sousa, and other favorites. A highlight of every concert is the showcase of patriotic and popular melodies specially arranged to feature their exciting vocalists. 

A maximum of four tickets are available for each household.  For tickets call our Box office (805) 986-4818 or you may pick up tickets at our office 575 E. Surfside Dr. Port Hueneme.  For more information, please visit our website: www.oceanviewinfo.com

We are very proud and honored to be a part of such an event and I am hoping that with your help together we can promote this amazing concert to the communities of Ventura County.

Art Walk 2013 in Thousand Oaks Planned for the Weekend of June 1st-2nd

ArtWalk '13 takes place on Saturday and Sunday, June 1st and 2nd from 10 am to 5 pm at The Bank of America Building at Hillcrest and Wilbur Streets in Thousand Oaks.  ArtWalk is a two day, juried, fine arts and designer crafts outdoor exhibition presented by the Conejo Valley Art Museum with the assistance of the Conejo Recreation and Park District. Over 150 artists will have their work on display and for sale.

The event draws more than 18,000 spectators. The museum extends the opportunity for all distinguished artists, designers and crafts persons to exhibit their finest work in this celebrated event. Proceeds of ArtWalk go to the building and endowment funds. FREE admission and parking. Call 805.492.8778 for more information.  There will also be food and beverages for sale, live music and childrens' hand on art activities. Also visit cvam.us/events.html.

Summer Block Party and Street Fair at Malibu Country Mart on Sunday, August 11th

The sparkling waves of the Pacific and the sea-scented air gives Malibu an endless summer appeal, and the Malibu Country Mart, Southern California’s premier lifestyle center, celebrates its favorite season with a Summer Block Party. The free, family-friendly street fair starts at 2:00 p.m. on August 11 and will feature an afternoon of live music, activity booths, and an assortment of nostalgic treats.  The event will culminate with the last film screening from the Mart’s Summer Movie Series.

The community event will transform the Malibu Country Mart into a festive street fair, certain to dazzle shoppers, Malibu locals and families with a variety of free entertainment stations throughout the property. Activities include a Rony’s Photo Booth, tarot card readings by Cathy Crystal, caricature portraits, and airbrush and henna tattoos. Fun activities for the younger set include a petting zoo, balloon art, and face painting.  Multiple food vendors will be positioned around the Mart and will offer complimentary carnival treats such as cotton candy, popcorn, funnel cakes, churros, sno cones, candy apples, and ice cream. Music will be provided by Noirfancy and a live steel drum trio.

Bringing the Mart’s Summer Movie Series to a close, the Block Party will end with the screening of its final family-friendly film, The Goonies. The movie will be projected onto a giant outdoor screen starting at 8:15 p.m., or about 15 minutes after sundown, near the children’s playground on the lawn. Guests are encouraged to bring their beach blankets and picnic baskets. For the specific movie titles and additional information about the Summer Movie Series, please visit the Malibu Country Mart’s Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/MalibuCountryMart.

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About the Malibu Country Mart

The Malibu County Mart encompasses six acres of prime real estate in the heart of Malibu. The 67 unique tenants comprised of high-end retail, dining, and service offerings are housed in an eclectic mix of architectural styles including Mediterranean, modern and rustic influences. The structures are complimented by world-class gardens, unique sculptures, outdoor dining and picnic areas, and the popular children’s playground.

Janss Marketplace Hosts Fireworks Spectacular Event on Thursday, July 4th

JANSS MARKETPLACE FREE FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR

Thursday, July 4 from 5 – 9 pm (with fireworks starting at 9pm)

The July 4 Janss Marketplace Fireworks Spectacular will be as spectacular as ever in 2013 in the fountain courtyard and rooftop parking structure with performances by Led ZepAgain and live DJs starting at 5pm. Family fun activities includes balloon twister, face painting and a bounce house. Free admission!

Get your seats early for the best fireworks viewing in the Conejo Valley on the Janss Marketplace parking structure rooftop and at the Fountain Courtyard. The fireworks begin at approximately 9 p.m.

Janss Marketplace is located off the 101 Freeway at Moorpark Road and Hillcrest Drive in Thousand Oaks! For more information on the event contact Janss Marketplace at 805.495.4662 or visit www.janssmarketplace.net.

Annual Conejo Recreation & Park District "Touch-a-Truck" Event on Saturday, June 15th

One of the most popular children's events in the area is the Annual Conejo Recreation & Park District's Touch-a-Truck event in Thousand Oaks on Saturday, June 15th (strategically placed the day before Father's Day every year).

Dozens and dozens of trucks and large vehicles of all shapes and sizes, all at Thousand Oaks Community Center, 2525 North Moorpark Road, between Thousand Oaks High School and Acorn Acres Park. This is a hugely popular event! Parking at the park fills up pretty quickly, so be prepared to park at the T.O. High School parking lot south of the tennis courts and football field (corner of Moorpark Road and Avenida de Las Flores) and walk a block north up Moorpark Road to Acorn Acres Park.

We have enjoyed this event for years...we've seen a garbage truck, Army truck, stretch limousine, tractor, excavator, dump truck, school bus, fire engine, ambulance, police van, monster truck, bulldozer, police cruiser, motorcycle, you name it. Too many to mention and your kids can check them out first-hand. They let your kids honk the horns, kick the tires, work the controls, blare the sirens, etc.  In other words, bring aspirin!

There are numerous other activities, including kids construction play area, power wheel course, arts and crafts, wash-a-truck, jolly jumps, and a motorized train ride and junk food for sale! Throughout the event you will find live truck demonstrations to consist of water balloons being dropped from the cherry picker, beach balls being unloaded from the dump truck, and even a helicopter landing! Yes, this is an awesome way to spend a Saturday afternoon with Dad on Father's Day weekend! Invite Mom too!

New addition to the 2013 event...Gourmet Food Trucks!

Free admission! 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call the Conejo Recreation and Park District for more information at 805.381.2793 or visit www.crpd.org.

Summer Nights Music Series at The Oaks Mall on Thursday Nights, Jul 11 to Aug 15

The Oaks Mall is bringing back its Summer Nights Free Live Music Series on the lawn area near the Muvico theater on Thursday nights from 6pm to 8pm.

• July 11: Urban Dread (Reggae)
• July 18: Ticket to Ride (Beatles Tribute)
• July 25: Shoemaker Brothers
• Aug 1: Mrs. Robinson (80's Party Band)
• Aug 8: Red Not Chili Peppers (Red Hot Chili Peppers Tribute)
• Aug 15: Stepping Feet (Dave Mathews Tribute)

Updates at www.shoptheoaksmall.com.

OVER 100 FREE CONCERTS THIS SUMMER AROUND VENTURA COUNTY!

Camarillo Hospice 29th Annual Community Memorial Service on Thursday, May 30th

Janss Marketplace 2013 Summer Concert Series on Wednesday Nights in June-August

JANSS MARKETPLACE 2013 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

Mark your calendars once again for the FREE Janss Marketplace Summer Concert Series from June 19 through August 28. Janss Marketplace is located at Moorpark Road & Hillcrest Drive in Thousand Oaks. Bring your folding chairs and arrive early to enjoy special dinner menus, special merchant samples and the chance to win prizes during the concerts. The music is from 6-8PM.

This awesome 11 week series features music ranging from top tribute bands, R&B, Reggae, Classic Rock to 70’s dance favorites. More info at www.janssmarketplace.net.

The Lineup:

June 19: Hollywood U2 (U2 tribute)

June 26: 90's Top Dance Band

July 3: Acoustic Saints

July 10: Funkytown

July 17: Strange Days (Doors tribute)

July 24: Neil Deal (Neil Young tribute)

July 31: Fan Halen (Van Halen tribute)

August 7: Hollywood Stones (Rolling Stones tribute)

August 14: Masamba Maranga (African/Latin instrumental ensemble)

August 21: Original Copycats (Classic rock)

August 28: Ticket to Ride (Beatles tribute)

2013 Old Spanish Days Fiesta in Santa Barbara Planned For July 31 to August 4

Old Spanish Days in Santa Barbara is an annual festival that honors and preserves Santa Barbara’s history, spirit, culture, heritage and traditions. This year's event will take place July 31 to August 4 with the fiesta theme "Vaqueros y Vaqueras."

The annual event provides an education to residents and visitors about the history, customs, and traditions of the American Indian, Spanish, Mexican, and early American settlers that comprise the rich cultural heritage of Santa Barbara. Old Spanish Days Fiesta is not only a unique forum for the cultural expression of our diversity, but it also provides a vehicle for the non-profit and community service groups to raise funds for local charities and social service organizations. The event annually draws thousands of visitors from around the world who contribute to the local economy.

Invite your family, friends, locals and visitors as the bells of Old Mission Santa Barbara ring in the 89th year of Old Spanish Days Fiesta.  Enjoy five memorable days under the full August moon at La Fiesta Pequena.  Come taste the flavors at the Mercados featuring local non-profits; watch the daily performances at Las Noches de Ronda in the beautiful Courthouse sunken gardens; experience El Desfile Histórico, one of the largest equestrian parades in the United States, enjoy the thrills at the Rodeo; and visit the Arts and Crafts show along the beautiful Santa Barbara coastline.

Visit www.oldspanishdays-fiesta.org for more details and specific dates, times and locations. Most events are free of charge.

"Art of Miniatures" Exhibition at the Camarillo Library April and May 2013

Local Master Artist Brings Disneyland’s Main Street to the Camarillo Library

The Camarillo Library is honored to display master artist Robert Olszewski "Art of Miniatures" Exhibition now through May 31. The exhibit is displayed throughout the main entrance of the library.  View up close the work of the 30+ year resident of Camarillo. The exhibit includes rare figurative artwork created prior to Olszewski partnering with Goebel and miniatures created for Goebel such as miniatures of Alice in Wonderland, Hummel’s Goose Girl and Little Fiddler. The exhibit also features the Olszewski Studios designs commissioned by Disney, including the entire Main Street of Disneyland with Sleeping Beauty’s Castle.

This extensive selection of Olszewski art is on loan from the private collections of Larry and Carol Mills of Salt Lake City, Utah and the artist. This is the second ever showing in the area since 1993 when Olszewski's art was displayed at the Carnegie Art Museum in Oxnard.

Olszewski's award winning artistry is known internationally and has been commissioned by Goebel, Disney, along with Harmony Ball Company and Encesco, LLC. Meet Olszewski on Saturday, May 18, from 11am – 5pm. Also on May 18, at 11:00 a.m. in the Camarillo Library’s Community Room, Olszweski will discuss the history of his craft, his career, and story behind his art. Don’t miss this great opportunity to meet a master craftsman and learn about his art.

For more information call the Camarillo Public Library at 805-388-5222 or visit camarillolibrary.org.

40th Annual Santa Barbara Greek Festival the Weekend of July 27-28

Santa Barbara's 40th Annual Greek Festival is taking place from on Saturday, July 27 and Sunday, July 28, 2013 from 11am to 7pm in beautiful Oak Park. The festival evokes the sights, sounds and tastes that define the traditional Greek way of life. Stroll through Santa Barbara's beautiful Oak Park and experience the simple pleasures of life in a Greek village. FREE ADMISSION!

Dozens of volunteers enthusiastically staff their booths, creating a convivial, welcoming atmosphere. Festival-goers return year after year for the food. — Delectable festival favorites like gyros and moussaka. And no Greek village would be complete without homemade pastries from Yiayia's traditional recipes: baklava, melomakarona, and kataifi are just a few of the sweet treats to delight you.

Listen to the distinctive sounds of the bouzouki and other exotic instruments played by authentic Greek musicians who perform traditional and popular songs. Delight in the beauty of the elaborate costumes worn by performers as they share their carefully practiced steps and intricate dances with the enthusiastic audience.

Take advantage of a free Greek dance lesson, and enjoy participating in the same dances you would perform in the traditional villages of Greece. Dance the afternoon away, eat a little (or a lot), shop in the Greek marketplace, relax and enjoy yourself under the oaks in the warm embrace of the best Greek culture has to offer.

More information at www.santabarbaragreekfestival.org.

Channel Islands Harbor Fireworks by the Sea, 4th of July Parade and More

16th ANNUAL “FIREWORKS BY THE SEA”
Channel Islands Harbor
Wednesday, July 4, 2013 • 10:00 A.M. – 10:00 P.M.

Join our celebration for a full day of food and fun. Exhibits galore, live entertainment & children’s activities. Visit www.channelislandsharbor.org for more info! Fireworks at 9 p.m. Fireworks are usually launched from 3900 Pelican Way and can be seen from any location along the harbor! The Marine Emporium Landing watching location is at 3600 South Harbor Boulevard.

Artists Market, Live Music all day, Food Booths, Old Fashioned BBQ at 11am, Water Taxi Rides, Children’s Games & Activities, Face Painting, Gigantic Inflatable Fun Zone, Rock Climbing Wall, Petting Zoo, Pony Rides for the Kids and much more!

16th ANNUAL 4TH OF JULY CHILDRENS PARADE
Parade begins at 10:00 AM

The parade route is Harbor Boulevard from Albacore to Cabezone Circle (staging is at parking lot south of  Channel Islands Yacht Club). The parade is open to all patriotic entries. Kids, decorate your bikes, scooters, skates & boards. Parents oil the strollers and shine the wagons. Grandparents tune up the old Model-T & plug in the golf carts. Musicians tune your instruments & patriots wave your flags; everyone is welcome! Judging categories include: Individual, Small Group, Large Group, Motorized Vehicle(s): classic cars, fire trucks, golf carts, etc., Musical: bands, individual musicians, etc., Equestrian and Floats For information or entry visit www.channelislandsharbor.org. FUN!

43rd Annual Simi Valley 4th of July Festival and Fireworks Extravaganza

Rotary Club of Simi Valley Presents

43^rd Annual 4^th of July

Festival and Fireworks Extravaganza

Co-sponsors: City of Simi Valley and Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District

Free Admission!!

Kids Fun Zone - Food & Crafts Booths - Live Music

Rancho Santa Susana Park

5005 Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley

Gates Open at 2:00 p.m.

9:20pm: Spectacular Fireworks Show!!!

Bring blanket and chairs, then dance and enjoy!

 www.simi4thofjuly.com

Grand Opening of Russell Fischer Business Collection at Camarillo Library on May 21

Grand Opening of Russell Fischer Business Collection at Camarillo Library

The Camarillo Public Library and the City of Camarillo invites the entire community to the official grand opening of the new Russell Fischer Business Collection. The collection, which was made possible by the $2.76 million bequest from local citrus farmer Russell Fischer, will serve as a resource center dedicated to help the business community thrive.

Fischer intended that the money used for the library focus on business related resources.  The grand opening marks the initial phase of growing the collection which will eventually include business related print books and electronic books, online training videos, and databases.  The Library also has created a workspace area that is well suited for business research and collaboration. The Library plans to incorporate events, seminars, and training workshops with a focus on business related topics.

The Russell Fischer Business Collection grand opening will be held on Tuesday, May 21^st from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and is open to the community. The celebration will begin with an open house, where attendees are invited to interact with the newly acquired electronic business resources located on the second floor of the Library. In addition to the City’s official ribbon cutting, Lynda Weinman, Cofounder and Executive Chair of Lynda.com will be the evening's keynote speaker beginning at 7:00 pm. Lynda.com is one of the pioneering companies in online education. Weinman is a self-taught computer expert, author, educator, and award-winning entrepreneur.

Seating is limited and preregistration is strongly encouraged.

For a detailed schedule of the event and for more information call the Camarillo Public Library at 805-388-5222 or visit camarillolibrary.org. The Camarillo Public Library is located at 4101 Las Posas Road Camarillo.

Free Crafts at Lakeshore Learning in Ventura on Saturdays

Free crafts for kids ages 3 and up at Lakeshore Learning in Ventura on Saturdays from 11 am to 3 pm (updated 5/15/13):

5/18: Critter Creations

5/25: Dazzling Memorial Day Centerpiece

6/1: High Flying Skydiver

6/8: Under the Sea Porthole

6/15: Father's Day Tie

6/22: Welcome, Summer! Door Hanger

6/29: 4th of July Noisemaker

The Ventura store is located at 4705 Telephone Road.  Phone 805.289.1550 or visit www.lakeshorelearning.com.

2013 Conejo Recreation & Park District Summer Concerts in the Park

The Conejo Recreation & Park District presents its 2013 Summer Concerts in the Park series at Conejo Community Park, 1175 Hendrix Avenue, Thousand Oaks. Concerts are FREE! Bring your blankets and picnic baskets. All concerts begin at 5 p.m. Call 805.381.1247 for more information or visit www.crpd.org.

This is one our favorite local events of the year! Beautiful park setting and great music. The park is large and has a great play area nearby. Refreshments such as hot dogs, popcorn, snow cones, etc. are available for purchase.

Memorial Day, Monday, May 27th: The Long Run - Eagles Tribute

Consisting of LA-based professional musicians, The Long Run’s concerts feature a long list of The Eagles’ chart-topping hits, including “Hotel California,” “Take It Easy,” “Take It to the Limit,” “Lyin’ Eyes,” “Peaceful Easy Feeling,” and more.  The group has blended the classic Eagles sound with their own live performance style, delighting audiences young and old with faithful recreations of some of the most well known music ever written.  The Long Run is recognized by The Eagles management and authorized to perform its tribute show for audiences worldwide.

Independence Day, Thursday, July 4th: Conejo Pops Orchestra; Elmer Ramsey, Conductor

Sunday, July 21st: Motown Soul Revue, featuring the Durell Coleman 11-piece Show Band

Sunday, August 11th: Rock 'n' Roll with Captain Cardiac & the Coronaries!

Labor Day, Monday, September 2nd: Journey Revisited: Reliving the glory days of Journey

Friends and families are invited to bring picnics and blankets or folding chairs for seating.  Jackets or sweaters are recommended as the weather often cools during the latter part of the event.  For those wishing to purchase food, the Thousand Oaks Kiwanis will be preparing their tasty tri-tip sandwiches and other snacks; Conejo Center staff will have their famous $1 hot dogs & snow cones available as well.  The Memorial Day Concert in the Park is well attended; early arrival for prime lawn seating is encouraged.  Event parking is off-site only; on-site parking is reserved for cars displaying handicap placards.  Concertgoers are asked to leave pets at home.

Free Family Movies at Malibu Bluffs Park, Saturday Nights, June-August

CINEMALIBU - Community Movies In The Park

Family movies under the stars!

Pack up your families, blankets and beach chairs and head over to Bluffs Park for this exciting, FREE summer family activity. Picnics are welcome and don't forget a jacket in case the summer breezes pick up. Sorry, no barbeques, alcohol or smoking are allowed at the park. Food vendors, games, activities will be on hand.

Seating and preshow begin at 7:30 pm with the movies beginning at dusk. More info at www.ci.malibu.ca.us or call 310.317.1364.

Seating and preshow begin at 7:30 pm with the movies beginning at dusk.

Schedule for Summer 2013

• Saturday, June 1 - Here Comes the Boom (Malibu Little League Closing Day)
• Saturday, July 27 - Madagascar 3(co-sponsored by the Malibu Public Library)
• Saturday, August 24 - Back to the Future (Malipalooza)

Star Parties Hosted by Oak Canyon Astronomy Group in Oak Park

Oak Canyon Astronomy Group Star Parties at Oak Canyon Park, 5600 Hollytree Drive, Oak Park. Free to  the public! Mission of the group is to bring an awareness of amateur astronomy to the community by showing what they can actually see in the night sky. Upcoming dates June 1, July 13, Aug 10, Sept 28, Oct 26, Nov 9 and Dec 7. Starts at dusk. More information at oakcanyonastro.com.

No Equipment or Experience Needed......See some things you never thought you could see..... GALAXIES - NEBULAS - GLOBULAR CLUSTERS. Wear warm clothes and be prepared to be amazed.

The park lights will be turned off to give maximum night vision for viewing. If you have telescope equipment, you will be able to park in the upper parking lot. All others, please park in the lower lot near the restrooms. Red flashlight only please, and parking lights only for upper parking lot. Those with equipment, please try and arrive 30 min. before sunset to setup.

Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks 23rd Annual Memorial Day Service on May 27th

23^rd Annual Memorial Day Event Scheduled for May 27^th at Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks-Griffin Memorial Park

 Scouts to honor more than 1,400 veterans by placing American flags on graves throughout the memorial park Saturday, May 25^th

Since 1990, hundreds of patriotic community members have paused on Memorial Day and joined their neighbors at Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks-Griffin Memorial Park, a local Dignity Memorial^® provider, to honor American heroes who died in the service of their country.  This year’s complimentary event, which is expected to draw more than 3,000 visitors, will be held May 27^th and begin with a stirring musical prelude performed by the renowned Air National Guard Band of the Southwest at 10:30 a.m.  Jointly hosted by Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks-Griffin and the cities of Westlake Village and Thousand Oaks, the event will be held at 5600 Lindero Canyon Road, in Westlake Village, in the Garden of Valor.

“‘True heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others at whatever cost.’  These words by Arthur Ashe truly capture the spirit of our Memorial Day ceremony this year,” said Tamara Eacker, general manager of Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks-Griffin Memorial Park.  “We are honored that so many of our community members joi

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City of Agoura Hills 2013 Summer Concerts in the Park - June to August

The City of Agoura Hills Department of Community Services is proud to announce the lineup for the 2013 Summer Concerts in the Park series.

The lineup for this year’s concert series is as follows:

• Sunday, June 16th Surfin Safari
• Sunday, July 7^th  “Knight Fever” with a fireworks show following the concert at about 9:00 p.m.
• Sunday, July 21st “Face to Face: A Tribute to Billy Joel & Elton John”
• Sunday, August 4^th  “Rumours: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac.”

Each concert will feature the new and improved “Kidszone.”  All concerts will begin at 6:00 p.m. and are held at Chumash Park, located at 5550 Medea Valley Dr. in Agoura Hills.  Concerts are free to the public. The Acorn is the Platinum Sponsor for this series.

For more information or park directions, please call the Agoura Hills Recreation Center at (818) 597-7361. You can also visit the Recreation Center online at www.ci.agoura-hills.ca.us, at www.facebook.com/agourahillsrec or on twitter.com/cityagourahills.

As you can tell, these City of Agoura Hills Summer Concerts in the Park are quite popular!