The California Wildlife Center (26026 Piumu Road, Calabasas) presents an afternoon of entertainment, wildlife education and children's activities at its bi-annual open house on Sunday, March 21st from noon to 4 pm.

Most activities will be outside, so please dress accordingly. Refreshments will be served, and children are welcome. Admission is free; however,  please RSVP: (818) 222-2658, or email admin@californiawildifecenter.org.

Meet the Staff: Ask the Marine Mammal Response Team about why seals and sea lions "strand" themselves on the beach and what you can do to help. Ask our Hospital Techs and Volunteers about how to recognize a fledgling bird — one that should be left alone and not kidnapped. Ask Dr Tom about his most unusual wildlife cases.

Guided Tours: View an informative video followed by a tour of the Center led by one of our knowledgeable volunteers. Visit the intensive care hospital and the Baby Care Unit.

United Studios of Self Defense (USSD) Kidfest 2010 is an annual FREE family event where children of all ages come together for a fun and unique day. USSD Kidfest will be held on Saturday, March 20th from 11 am to 4 pm at Conejo Creek Park North, 1379 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. Expected activities will include trucks, arts and crafts, dog agility show, sporting games, live music/DJ, train rides, inflatable jumpers, rock wall and more!

This event is geared towards kids of all ages, from toddlers to teenagers. USSD Kidfest also features a community expo with exhibitors and local vendors showcasing their products and services.  There will also be a silent auction and raffle. Parking is also free but is limited - but there is plenty of parking across the street at the soccer fields.

For more information, visit www.kidfest.us or call 661.904.5919.

Become a sponsor or exhibitor at the event!  Contact Darren Miller at kidfest2010@yahoo.com for information.

The Lake Casitas Recreation Area presents its 7th Annual Family Fun Fishing Day on Saturday, March 27th, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Santa Ana Ramp, Lake Casitas. The event will include a raffle at noon, fun and games, trout planting, goodie bags, fishing and a hot dog lunch for the first 200 registered kids (no pre-registration).

For more information, visit www.lakecasitas.info or call 805.649.2233.

“Unleash your Inner Artist, Family Fun Night”

Conejo Valley Neighborhood for Learning will be hosting a Family Fun Night to, “Unleash your Inner Artist!”  This event will take place Wednesday, March 24th from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.  The event will be in the multi-purpose room at the University Center located at 2801 Atlas Avenue, Thousand Oaks.  This program is free of charge and open to the community and we invite you to bring the entire family.

You and your family will not want to miss out on this fun-filled evening of interactive art, story time, crafts and refreshments.  We will have hands on activities geared toward pre-school aged children and their families.  Come and join the fun!For more information, please contact Karen McCarthy at 805-241-5410.

The High Street Arts Center is proud to present a Free Saturday Family Movie Series beginning Saturday, January 16th at 12:00 noon. A free family movie will be shown on the second Saturday every month at 12:00 noon. Doors will open at 11:30 am. Come down and enjoy some family time for free! (Updated 2/20; prior showings removed.)

THE LINEUP:

BEE MOVIE March 13, 2010 at 12:00 Noon, Rated PG

ANTZ April 10, 2010 at 12:00 Noon, Rated PG

IGOR May 8, 2010 at 12:00 Noon, Rated PG

KUNG FU PANDA June 12, 2010 at 12:00 Noon, Rated PG

High Street Arts Center is located at 45 East High Street, Moorpark. Call 805.529.8700 for more info!

City of Oxnard Recreation and Community Services presents Physically Challenged & Special Needs Day in the Park at Oxnard Beach Park, 1601 Harbor Boulevard, from 11 am to 2 pm one day a month from March through October.  The event will have food, City Corps Train, board games, arts and crafts, group/individual activities, Jolly Jumper and more! Event is FREE! There is a parking charge.

Event dates are March 13th, April 17th, May 8th, June 19th, July 10th, August 14th, September 18th and October 16th.  Call 805.385.7990 for more information.

Oxnard Beach Park is a great park, just steps from the beach!

Arbor Day Celebration at Gates Canyon Park

Saturday, March 20, 2010
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Gates Canyon Park
25801 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Calabasas

The City of Calabasas will host an Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, March 20, 2010 at Gates Canyon Park in Calabasas.

The event is free and residents are welcome to come out and get involved in helping to create a beautiful and healthy environment in Calabasas.

For more information about the Arbor Day Celebration, please contact the City of Calabasas at (818) 224-1600.