Pioneer Jamboree at Stagecoach Inn Newbury Park on Saturday, June 9th

The Stagecoach Inn Museum will hold its Annual Pioneer Jamboree from 10 am to 4 pm, Saturday, June 9th, on the museum’s grounds at 51 S. Ventu Park Road, Newbury Park.

This celebration of the way we lived, will include music, storytelling, butter churning, crafts, games, gold panning, lemon squeezing, fossil digging, antique toy making and m

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Janss Marketplace Free Fireworks Spectacular on the 4th of July

JANSS MARKETPLACE FREE FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR

Wednesday, July 4 from 5 – 9 p.m.

The July 4 Janss Marketplace Fireworks Spectacular will be more spectacular than ever in 2012 with FREE music, giveaways, family fun Balloon artist, Face Painting, Bounce House and the best fireworks viewing in the Conejo Valley! Bring your family and friends to Janss Marketplace to celebrate America’s birthday at the Fireworks Spectacular from 5 – 9 p.m. on July 4.  

Enjoy the patriotic celebration with Fourth of July family favorite food from Buca di Beppo, Panera Bread, Sunset Terrace Restaurant & Lounge and other great restaurants at Janss Marketplace. You can pre-order your dinner to be ready to enjoy the Fireworks Spectacular event which begins at 5 p.m.:

Live Music

• DJ from 5 - 7:30 p.m. in the fountain courtyard.

• Platinum Rockstars, a salute to 70s and 80s arena rock n’ roll band, plays from 5:30-9 p.m. on the Parking Structure Rooftop.

Fireworks

Get your seats early for the best fireworks viewing in the Conejo Valley o

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Summer Movie Clubhouse at Century 16 Ventura, June 19 to August 22

Summer Movie Clubhouse! 10 weeks of fun films for kids at Century Stadium 16, 2875 Elba St, Ventura (off the Johnson Drive exit from the 101)! A different movie every week on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings this summer. Same price for parents and children.

All 10 movies can be purchased in advance for only $5! Or $1 per show at the box office. www.cinemark.com/summer-movie-clubhouse-2012 or call 800.326.3264.

The Lineup:

June 19, 20: Rio (G)

June 26, 27: Kung Fu Panda 2 (PG)

July 3, 4: Despicable Me (PG)

July 10, 11: Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2 (PG)

July 17, 18: Dolphin Tale (PG)

July 24, 25: Puss in Boots (PG)

July 31, Aug 1: Winnie the Pooh (G)

Aug 7, 8: Yogi Bear (PG)

Aug 14, 15: Charlotte's Web (G)

Aug 21, 22: Clifford's Really Big Movie (G)

Free Friday Night Movies This Summer at Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara

FREE! Friday Night Movies on Stearns Wharf (217 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara)

Beach Blanket Bingo (PG) June 22^nd at dusk
Gidget (PG) June 29^th at dusk
Shark Tale (PG) August 31^st at dusk
Journey to Mysterious Island” (PG) September 7^th at dusk
Overboard (PG) September 14^th at dusk
Zookeeper  (PG) September 21^st at dusk

Movie Nights are on FRIDAY NIGHTS! The City of SB and the Stearns Wharf Merchants Association are bringing back Starlight Cinema to present: Friday Night Movies on the Wharf! During the summer, families are invited to the screenings of two film

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2nd Annual Independence Day Classic Show at Miller Family YMCA in Newbury Park

The Miller Family YMCA in Newbury Park is hosting its 2nd Annual Independence Day 5K, Classic Car Show and Community Parade on July 4th! This is a family friendly event with a course that rolls through the beautiful community of Dos Vientos Ranch.

Schedule of Events: 7:30am 5K Race Start, 7:30 am Classic Car Show, 7:30am Pancake Breakfast 8:00am Kids Fun Zone, 9:00 am Community Parade/Live Entertainment. Early packet pickup on July 3rd at Road Runner Sports.

Click HERE to register at Active.com.

Visit www.sevymca.org/newburypark/html/events.html for more information or call (805) 480-0309 to obtain an entry form into the car show.

1st Annual Conejo Valley Fitness Fair in Westlake Village on Sunday, May 27th

We are excited to announce the First Annual Conejo Valley Fitness Fair on Sunday May 27th, 2012 from 8am to 5pm. The Fair will be held on Triunfo Canyon Rd. near the Hampshire Road intersection in Westlake Village. The Fair hopes to bring recognition to the growing issue of Child Obesity here in the United States. We anticipate over 100 firms offering healthy alternatives to families to display their products and services, offer samples, and give demonstrations. The Fair hopes to show parents that they have a healthier choice for their famil

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Ventura County Summerfest Event and 5K Run/Walk in Ventura on Saturday, June 2nd

The Ventura Unified School District is attacking the problem of childhood obesity, poor dietary habits and lack of exercise with its nationally recognized Healthy Schools Program. In keeping with that mission, VEP will present SummerFest on June 2, 2012 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. in partnership with our health, school and business communities.

The event will be held at the VUSD Education Service Center, 255 W. Stanley Ave., Ventura. SummerFest brings our children and community together in a day-long event of fun, physical fitness events, music and healthy foods. This event celebrates our healthy community and also raises funds for nutrition and exercise programs through sponsorships. It is a free, family-friendly event with the following activities:

• Community 5K Run/Walk, Gary Tuttle Mile for elementary school children. Starts at 8 a.m. CLICK HERE to register on Active.com.
• Frisbee, soccer, volleyball, tennis, basketball, hoola hooping, dance and more; Two stages with all-day entertainment & fitness/dance demonstrations;
• Fun Zone with inflatables and climbing wall;
• Picnic area with wonderful food to purchase or bring your own;
• Raffles, prizes, and lots of giveaways;
• Cool, interactive activities focusing on trees, composting, recycling and gardening;
• Vendor Fair featuring sports organizations, health-related information and lots more for adults and kids;
• Health and fitness information; and
• Bicycle rodeo and skills course. Bring your bike for free safety check and helmet.

Last year more than 7,000 children and families attended this free event.

For more information, call 641-5000, ext. 1550 or visit www.vep4vusd.org/SummerFest.html.

4th Annual Tropical Daze Music Festival in Thousand Oaks on July 21-22

TROPICAL DAZE, a weekend long Summer Music Festival, will be held on Saturday and Sunday, July 21 & 22, 2012, from 11am to 6pm at Thousand Oaks Community Park, 2525 N. Moorpark Road (next to Thousand Oaks High School). Our “Tropical” theme will be showcased with delicious food and upbeat music such as Surf, Hawaiian, Caribbean, Jamaican, Reggae and more!

Bring your lawn chairs and relax as we entertain you with live bands, special shows, mouth-watering tropical foods, kids' rides, booths and displays! It’s a family affair and we’ll have plenty of fun activities for the kids...hoop dancing, inflatables, bounce houses, tropical bird display, games and crafts, special shows, fun zone, educational games, etc. The luau will also be back again this year on Saturday night!

$5 admission.  Event proceeds benefit First 5/Conejo Valley Neighborhood for Learning. Visit www.tropicaldaze.org to learn more about the weekend's events.

Native Animals Live at Museum of Ventura County on Sunday, June 10th

Wild In California! Native Animals Live At Museum June 10

Opossum (Courtesy The Nature of Wildworks)Bring the family to see and learn about live native animals at the Museum of Ventura County’s Wild In California event on Sunday, June 10, from 1:30 –2:30 p.m. Enjoy The Nature of Wildworks presentation of non-releasable wild animals from their care center and learn about the animals’ lifestyles and contributions to our environment. An opossum, skunk, owl, hawk, fox and reptiles will be featured.

The program is best suited for children ages 8 to 11. Admission is $10 for adults, $6 for children through age 17; admission for museum members is $6 for adults, and $4 for children. Includes entry to all museum exhibitions, such as Featured Creatures, which also celebrates California’s wild life. RSVP and pre-payment is required, as space is limited.

The Nature of Wildworks nonprofit presents interactive wildlife educational programs and provides lifetime care for non-releasable animals at their Wildlife Care and Education Center in Topanga Canyon.

The Museum of Ventura County is located at 100 East Main Street in downtown Ventura. Hours are 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. For more museum information go to www.venturamuseum.org or call 805-653-0323.

Regal Theaters Summer Movie Express $1 Movies in Calabasas, Camarillo, Simi Valley

Regal Theaters presents its Summer Movie Express 2012. Moviegoers of all ages can climb aboard to enjoy a great selection of films. During this 9-week festival, select Regal Cinemas, United Artists and Edwards Theatres will offer selected G or PG rated movies for only a dollar ($1) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:00am.

Grand Palace Stadium 6, 4767 Commons Way Calabasas (818-223-0223).

Starts Tuesday, June 19th (Movie Lineup TBA)

Camarillo Palace Stadium 12 & IMAX, 680 Ventura Boulevard, Camarillo (805-383-8879)

Starts Tuesday, June 12th (Movie Lineup TBA)

Civic Center Stadium 16 & IMAX, 2751 Tapo Cyn Road, Simi Valley (805-526-0232)

Starts Tuesday, June 19th (Movie Lineup TBA)

Visit www.regmovies.com/SummerMovieExpress2012.aspx for more information.

Ojai Valley Lions Club Free Movies in the Park on Saturday Nights This Summer

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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 7:00 pm with the movies beginning at dusk. More info at www.ci.malibu.ca.us or call 310.317.1364.

The Lineup

Saturday, June 2nd: The Smurfs

Saturday, July 28th: Dolphin Tale

Saturday, August 25th: Grease

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 5/16/12):

5/19: Rainbow-Colored Creatures

5/26: Patriotic Wand

6/2: Snazzy Garden Snail

6/9: Flip-Flop Notepad

6/16: Key Keeper

6/23: Summertime Door Hanger

6/30: Star-Spangled Shaker

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

Physically Challenged & Special Needs "Day at the Park" at Oxnard Beach Park

City of Agoura Free Summer Movies in the Park in June, July and August

The City of Agoura Hills is offering up two free movies in the park this summer at Reyes Adobe Park, 5464 Reyes Adobe Road.

Come spend an evening at the Adobe! Bring your own picnic basket with drinks, plus chairs or blankets to sit on.

Entertainment for adults and children will be provided. The Historic Reyes Adobe will be open to the publicfor tours. 

Movies start when it gets dark, around 7:30 p.m. Cll (818) 597-7361 for more information or visit www.ci.agoura-hills.ca.us.

June 9th: Little Mermaid

July 14th: Ride the High Country (on the Adobe grounds)

August 11th: Back to the Future

Free Movies at the Park at Dos Vientos Community Center on June 15 and July 20

The Conejo Recreation and Park District hosts free summer Movies at the Park at DOS VIENTOS COMMUNITY CENTER, 4801 Borchard Road, Newbury Park on Friday, June 15, 2012 ("Lion King") and Friday, July 20, 2012 ("How to Train Your Dragon") from 7pm to 10pm!
                
Pre-movie activities start at 7pm and feature film starts at dusk. Refreshments for sale. Bring a blanket, lawn chairs, jackets, etc. Activities to include inflatables, arts and crafts booth, face painting and games. For more information, call (805) 375-1003 or visit www.crpd.org.

34th Annual Ventura County Greek Festival in Camarillo June 22-24

The 34th Annual Ventura County Greek Festival, held next to the Camarillo Airport, takes place June 22nd through 24th this year. The event is presented by St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church and features live Greek music, folk dancing, food, delicious pastries and baklava, vendors and a kids' play area. The food at this event is DELICIOUS!  And we got to see Nia Vardalos there two years ago :> This is a wonderful, yet low key, community event.

Festival times are 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday the 22nd, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m on the 23rd and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday the 24th. Check www.vcgreekfestival.org or call 805.482.1273 for more information. The address of the church is 400 Skyway Drive in Camarillo (Los Posas exit towards the airport).

Admission is $3 and kids 12 and under are FREE...but print out the coupon at www.vcgreekfestival.org/CouponPage.htm for FREE admission for up to 6 people.

19th Annual Ventura Rotary 4th of July Fireworks Celebration

Ventura's 4th of July Fireworks Show 2012 will be at Ventura College Athletic Field, 4667 Telegraph Road, featuring fun activities for the whole family (food, carnival games and contests), music by Men on the Moon and others. Gates and Family Festival open at 4 p.m., Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. Please no pets, glass or alcohol. $6 adults, $4 kids, $25 family 6 pack advance purchase (at the gate, $8/$6, no family pack). Hosted by the Ventura Rotary.  More information at www.rotary4thofjuly.com.

Westlake Village Library Events in May Through July

The Westlake Village Library, 31220 Oak Crest Drive, is offering a number of events as follows during the months of May through July. Details subject to change – please call 818.865.9230 or visit colapublib.org to confirm.

Baby Storytime – Tuesdays at 9:40 am: 5/1–5/8, 5/29- 6/19 In Baby Storytime, we'll share fun fingerplays, bounces, and books, and you'll learn easy, enjoyable ways to practice important pre-reading skills with your baby. For children ages 6 - 18 months.

Toddler Storytime – Tuesdays at 10:30 am: 5/1–5/8, 5/29-6/19 Toddler Storytime emphasizes language development, listening skills, and the ability to follow directions. These skills are encouraged through the use of finger plays, songs, movement activities, and books specially chosen to engage this age group. For children ages 18 months to 3 years.

Preschool Storytime – Fridays at 10:30 am: 5/4-5/11, 6/1-6/22 Preschool Storytime uses books, songs, fingerplays and nursery rhymes to promote early literacy with your child. Come in and join us for storytime - ages 3 to 5.

Music in Motion – 1st Thursday of the month, 10:30 am: 5/3, 6/7 Join us for dancing, singing and playing music for babies and toddlers – courtesy of Linnea Richards!

Art with Margo –3rd Friday of the month, 4 pm: 5/18, 6/15, 7/20 For children 6 to 12. Taught by Margo Gravelle, the art projects vary from month to month. All materials provided. Class limit of 25.

Cartooning Class – Last Wednesday of the month, 4 pm: 5/30, 6/27, 7/25 Whether you love to draw, or simply like to doodle, you can learn a lot about the art of cartooning in this class, offered monthly. For children ages 6-12.

Beginners Chess Club –2nd Wednesday of the month, 4 pm: 5/9, 6/13, 7/11 For children ages 6 to 12. With a half hour of instruction, followed by a half hour of play, your child can learn to play, or expand their knowledge of this classic game. Class size is limited to 20.

Puzzle Day – 2nd Saturday of the month – all day! 5/12, 6/9, 7/14 For kids of all ages: Come in to the library for some puzzling fun! Mazes, word games, jigsaws, and word searches – all provided free for your enjoyment! Children can claim a prize after playing! (one per person)

Friday, May 11th, 4 pm Children’s Book Week (May 6-12) is the perfect time to come in to the library to see Annie Banannie, balloon storyteller! Comedy and storytelling mixed with amazing balloon twisting make this a one of a kind experience. Audience volunteers help Annie tell fabulous stories with lots of balloon surprises along the way. The mind-blowing finale? The Giant 6-Foot Balloon! All ages

Children’s Summer Reading Program - The theme this year is “Dream Big - Read!” We have a special assortment of activities for your children, starting with:

The 4th Annual Chalk Walk, Saturday, June 16th - compete in one of five categories for a chance to win a gift card - bring your creativity and register for your spot at the library, beginning June 5, 2012.

Wednesday, June 20th - Blue Submarine will be coming in with their mobile marine biology lesson. Just like taking the kids to the beach, without getting sand in your stuff!
3 pm – for preschool ages to grade 3
4 pm – for grades 3-8

Wednesday, June 27th, 4 pm – The Magic of Tony Daniels will delight and enchant with the magic and comedic timing that we have come to adore!

Wednesday, July 18th, 4 pm – The Party Puppet Show: This music variety show uses puppets, comedy and music to tell some fantastic stories. This is a great time for the whole family!

Every Friday in July, join us at 4 pm for an art project – we’ll provide the ideas, the materials, and the locale – all you need to bring is your creativity!

Kids' Day in the Park & Safe Families Event in Camarillo on Saturday, June 2nd

Kids' Day in the Park &

Safe Families Event

Saturday, June 2, 2012

10am - 2pm

Bob Kildee Community Park

1030 Temple Avenue, Camarillo

Sponsored By:

Pleasant Valley Recreation & Park District

Los Robles Hospital

Safe Kid's Ventura County

Ventura County Medical Center

FREE TO THE COMMUNITY

Inflatable Attractions
Safety Stations
Giveaways & Prizes
Demonstrations

www.pvrpd.org / 805.482.1996