Free Movies on the Green in Woodland Hills, Saturday Nights, July 13 to August 24

The Valley Cultural Center and Shelley's Stereo and Video is bringing Hollywood’s finest to the great outdoors at Warner Ranch Park in Woodland Hills for Movies on the Green. Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, family, and friends and settle down for a summer’s worth of family entertainment plus all the amenities you enjoy for free. (Movie titles subject to change.)

Films will be presented on a 30-foot professional theatrical screen with digital projection, surround-sound, and high-resolution digital picture. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a summer evening under the stars. Movie Information: 1-877-704-FILM (3456). Parking available on Califa, between Topanga and Owensmouth. $8 per vehicle. Look for the signs and parking attendants.

Pre-show entertainment begins at at 7 p.m. with all movies beginning at dusk, Saturday evenings July 13th and through August 24th. Affordable concessions are provided by local service organizations.  More info at valleycultural.org/concerts-movies/movie-schedule/ or call 818.704.1358.

The Lineup:

July 13: Annie (1982)

July 20: Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away (2012)

July 27: Wreck-It Ralph (2012)

August 3: Hotel Transylvania (2012)

August 10: ParaNorman (2012)

August 17: Men In Black 3 (2012)

August 24: The Amazing Spider-Man

Santa Susana Railroad Depot 110th Anniversary Event in Simi Valley May 18-19

Open house, tours, Kiwanis food truck, see the trains at Santa Susana Railroad Depot in Simi Valley! Specials: Saturday, 1:00 pm, Gregg Anderson will offer a presentation about the movie and television filming history of Corriganville Park. Sunday, the Model A Club will have their cars on display. Free admission. 6503 Katherine Road, Simi Valley.

Summer Movie Clubhouse 2013 at Century RiverPark in Oxnard - June to August

Summer Movie Clubhouse! Ten weeks of fun films for kids at Century RiverPark, 2766 Seaglass Way, Oxnard, at The Collection at Riverpark. A different movie every week on Tuesday mornings this summer. Same price for parents and children. Movies start at 10am.

All 10 movies can be purchased in advance for only $5! Or $1 per show at the box office.  Visit www.cinemark.com/summer-movie-clubhouse for more information or call 805.988.6083.

The Lineup:

June 11: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

June 18: Horton Hears a Who

June 25: The Smurfs

July 2: Ice Age: Continental Drift

July 9: Dolphin Tale

July 16: Happy Feet

July 23: Oceans

July 30: Rio

August 6: Chimpanzee

August 13: Alvin & the Chipmunks

Click here for a flyer and more info, as well as a printable coupon for movie snacks.

Ventura Family YMCA Healthy Kids Day is Saturday, April 27th

The Ventura Family YMCA Healthy Kids Day is planned for Saturday, April 27th from 10am to 2pm at 3760 Telegraph Road. At 11am to noon, NFL football stars Lorenzo Booker, Terrail Lambert and Ronney Jenkins will be on hand for an NFL workshops and autograph session. And much more in store! See the flyer below or visit www.ciymca.org/ventura/html/events.html.

Also: Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit & Run is a FREE, exciting skills event for boys and girls where participants have the opportunity to compete in four levels of competition including Team Championship events at all 30 Major League ballparks and the National Finals at the MLB All-Star Game! A copy of your child's birth certificate is required to participate.

2013 Camarillo Arts Council Free Summer Concerts and Films in the Park

The Camarillo Arts Council presents the 2013 Summer Concert and Film Series at Constitution Park in Camarillo at the corner of Carmen Drive and Paseo Camarillo. All events are on Saturday nights. Concerts begin at 7:30 p.m and films at 8 p.m. Events are FREE but audience donations are encouraged as they are a major source of funding.  Visit www.camarilloartscouncil.org for more information.

Concerts in the Park:

June 8th: Queen Nation - Queen Tribute

June 22nd: Surf City All Stars with Dean Torrence of Jan & Dean

July 13th: Steve Tyrell - The Standards, Jazz

July 27th: World Classic Rockers - featuring former members of Journey, Boston, Santana, Steppenwolf and Lynyrd Skynyrd

August 10th: Jim Curry - Music of John Denver

August 24th: Ambrosia "That's How Much I Feel" (who doesn't love that song!)

September 7th: Raymond Michael - Perennial favorite Elvis tribute act!

Movies in the Park:

June 29th: Madagascar 3 - 2012

August 17th: Remember the Titans - 2004

Donations are appreciated!

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

The City of Santa Barbara and the Stearns Wharf Merchants Association are bringing back free Friday Night Movies on the Wharf this August.  Come early and enjoy a dinner on the Wharf at any of the great restaurants. Remember to dress warmly. Popcorn and movie snacks are available for purchase. Stearns Wharf is located at 217 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara.

August 16th: ParaNorman

August 23rd: Despicable Me

August 30th: Oz the Great and Powerful

Sept 6th: Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein

Sept 13th: Jack the Giant Slayer

Sept 20th: Finding Nemo

Starlight Cinema On Stearns Wharf is sponsored by the City of Santa Barbara and Stearns Wharf Business Merchants Association. More info at www.stearnswharf.org/movies/index.php.

44th Annual Westlake Village 4th of July Parade and Party in the Park

City of Westlake Village’s 44th Annual 4th of July Parade

The 44th annual City of Westlake Village 4th of July Parade will line up at 9:30 AM and process down the decorated 4-block route at 9:45 AM.

Participants are encouraged to decorate their bike, scooter, skateboard, or wagon in patriotic colors and join the City of Westlake Village for this wonderful patriotic celebration! Residents are also welcome to cheer participants on from the side of the parade route.

New this year: a contest for the most patriotic costumed non-motorized vehicle, pet, adult, and child. Please arrive at the former Westlake Medical Center by 9:15 am in order to be entered into the contest. Judging will take place at 9:30 am and winners will be announced at the park following the Flag Retirement Ceremony.

But wait! Before the parade, starting at 8am, Boy Scout Troop #752’s pancake breakfast will take place at the former Westlake Village Medical Center Property at 4415 Lakeview Canyon at 8:00 am. Breakfast tickets are available for $5 per person or $20 per family on the day of the event or by calling Lee Mackay at 805-914-9701.

The event begins at the former Westlake Village Mecdical Center site at the corner of Lakeview Canyon Road and Agoura Road and marches down the 4-block Agoura Road route to Berniece Bennett Park.

Once the parade arrives at the park there will be a U.S. flag retirement ceremony performed by a local Boy Scout Troup, followed by music, inflatables, old-fashioned games and free popsicles and water. The Rotary will be on hand selling hot dogs and snacks, with proceeds benefiting a local charity.

Please contact City Hall with any questions at 818-706-1613 or visit www.wlv.org.

Schedule of Events

8:00 am Pancake breakfast

9:15 am Patriotic costume participants arrive

9:30 am Line up for the parade

9:45 am Parade begins

10:00-12:00 Flag retirement ceremony and 4th of July party

Free Family Movie Nights in Calabasas this Summer in June, July, August

The City of Calabasas presents the following free movies this summer!

Friday, June 21: The Lorax - Start the summer off right with a movie night! Join the Aquatic Staff Friday June 21st for the FIRST movie night of the summer. We will be featuring Dr. Seuss’ THE LORAX (RATED PG)! Doors open at 5:30pm, FREE swimming and family fun entertainment from 6-8:30pm, and the movie will start at 8:30pm. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT RAINE AT (818) 222-2782 OR EMAIL LKISHIMOTO@CITYOFCALABASAS.COM. ALL guests MUST present a ticket at the door. Tickets will be available for pick up May 3rd at the Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center. Sorry, NO outside food or drink. Alcohol and tobacco free zone. Location: Tennis & Swim Center

Friday, July 12: Grown Ups - Join us for our second movie night featuring GROWN UPS (PG-13). This fun summer movie stars Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade, and Rob Schneider. Come out and watch the boys of summer take on parenthood challenges, water park slides and dominate a grudge rematch basketball game all in one movie! Doors open at 5:30pm, summer games and prizes from 6pm-8:30pm and our movie will start at 8:30pm. FREE MOVIE TICKETS available for pick up at the Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center. For more information please call (818) 222-2782. Location: Tennis & Swim Center

Friday, August 2: Yogi Bear - Last, but definitely NOT least, our SUMMER CAMP MOVIE NIGHT, featuring  YOGI BEAR (rated PG). Pack up the pick-a-nic basket and join Yogi, Boo Boo and the Aquatic staff at DE ANZA PARK, on Friday August 2nd at 7pm-8:15pm for music, games, prizes, snacks and of course our movie! Movie will start at dusk. FOR MORE MOVIE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT RAINE AT (818)222-2782 OR EMAIL LKISHIMOTO@CITYOFCALABASASCOM. Location: Juan Bautista De Anza Park

Visit www.cityofcalabasas.com for more information.

Tennis & Swim Center, 23400 Park Sorrento, Calabasas

Juan Bautista de Anza Park, 3701 Lost Hills Road, Calabasas

Here's the Scoop: Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day 2013 is Tuesday, April 9th

Tuesday, April 9th is Free Cone Day from noon to 8 p.m. at participating Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shops! Nothing better than FREE ice cream!

There are 2 Ventura County Ben & Jerry's locations, one at the Pacific View Mall (805.654.0069) and the other at 523 East Main Street in downtown Ventura (805.643.9429).

There's also a Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shop in Santa Barbara at 305 Paseo Nuevo (805.884.1055).

More details at www.benjerry.com/scoop-shops/free-cone-day

8th Annual Ventura County Summerfest and 5K Run/Walk in Ventura on Saturday, June 1

The 8th Annual, “summerfest” community celebration of healthy living, presented by Ventura Education Partnership (VEP) and the Ventura Unified School District is quickly approaching! This year's FREE event will be on Saturday, June 1st from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. The event will be held at the VUSD Education Service Center, 255 W. Stanley Ave., Ventura.

Attendees will enjoy visiting more than fifty community, sports and health booths provided by our local community of businesses, non-profits, sports and service organizations. All festivities focus on engaging children and their families to become and stay fit, active and healthy. Funds raised from “summerfest 2013” will help support school nutrition and physical activity programs as well as VEP Health and Wellness Grants. It is a free, family-friendly event with the following activities:

• Live Stage with entertainment and demonstrations to get you movin'
• Sports Clinics for children of all ages
• Sports Physicals for middle and high school youth
• Health, Gardening, & Fitness Vendors with a lot of cool give-aways and good ideas to keep you healthy
• Rock Climbing Wall, Fun Zone, and lots more!
• Community 5K Run/Walk for all ages and Gary Tuttle Fun Run. Starts at 8 a.m. CLICK HERE to register

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.php.

2013 Camarillo Fiesta Association Fiesta & Street Fair, July 11th to 14th

The Camarillo Fiesta & Street Fair is a large community celebration in Old Town Camarillo along Ventura Boulevard to be held July 11th through 14th. This event features carnival rides, food and crafts vendors, entertainment, car show, kids' activities, carnival rides and a beer and wine garden. We've been to this event a number of times and always enjoy the live music and carnival setting.

July 11th Thursday Night: 50% on Rides Night 5-10:00pm ages 18 and under

July 12th Friday Night: Special Car Cruise 6pm, Dizdar Stage Entertainment along with Rotary Beer Garden 6pm, Candyland Carnival 5-10pm

July 13th Saturday: Opening of Camarillo Street Fair 10am to 8pm, Entertainment at Dizdar Park Stage and Fir Street Stage 11am to 10pm, Fiesta Carnival, 10am to 10pm, Hay Ride to Tractor Show  provided by the  Topa Topa Flywheelers 10am-6pm

July 14th Sunday: Car show, 1pm, Entertainment at Dizdar Park Stage and Fir Street Stage 12noon – 7pm, Street Fair 12noon-6pm, Carnival 12noon-7pm, Hay Ride to Tractor Show 12noon-6pm Topa Topa Flywheelers

For more information and event details/schedule, visit www.CamarilloFiesta.org or call 805.764.5066. For event location click here.

35th Annual Ventura County Greek Festival in Camarillo June 21-23, 2013

The 35th Annual Ventura County Greek Festival, held next to the Camarillo Airport, takes place June 21st through 23rd 2013. 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!

Festival times are 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday the 21st, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m on the 22nd and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday the 23rd. 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.

Conejo Recreation and Park District 4th of July Events in Thousand Oaks

The 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, coordinated by Conejo Recreation and Park District, The City of Thousand Oaks and other local sponsors, takes place on the hill behind the Hillcrest Center of the Arts in Thousand Oaks. Fireworks start at 9 p.m. Great view from the Janss Marketplace and The Oaks mall parking lots!

Other 4th of July activities in Thousand Oaks:

• Senior Home Run Derby, Borchard Park: $5.00 9:00-11:00am, 805/381-2744
• Home Run Derby, Borchard Park:  $5.00, 8:30-10:30am, 805/495-4674
• Pancake Breakfast $3.00/Per Person at Borchard Community Center 8:00-11:00am, 805/381-2791 ALL YOU CAN EAT!
• Concert in the Park, Conejo Community Park Featuring the Conejo Pops Orchestra 5:00pm FREE!
• Family Open Swim, Community Pool at CLU, Thousand Oaks & Newbury Park High School Pools. FREE! Noon - 4:00pm, 805/241-0894

www.crpd.org

Family Float Nights and Dive-in Movies at City off Ventura's Aquatic Facility

The City of Ventura’s Aquatic Facility located at Ventura Community Park, 901 S. Kimball), is hosting some fun splash events this summer. $3 for all ages, free for under 2. www.cityofventura.net/aquatics.

Family Float Night 6:45 to 8:45pm on 6/14, 6/21, 7/5, 7/12, 7/26 and 8/9

Dive in Movie 7:30 to 9:30pm on 7/19, 8/2, 8/16

44th Annual Galaxy of Gems Expo at Oxnard Performing Arts Center, November 16-17

The Oxnard Gem & Mineral Society Proudly Presents

The 44th Annual Galaxy of Gems Expo

Oxnard Performing Arts Center

800 Hobson Way, Oxnard

November 16^th & 17^th 2013

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Free Admission, Free Parking, Free Hourly Door Prizes!

Displays, demos, activities for kids of all ages, door prizes and raffle, grab bags, silent auction, vendors with mineral delights for sale, fossils, opals, petrified wood, precious stones, country store, book and plant sales. Activities include demonstrations of lapidary techniques, glass-bead making, wire wrapping and rock polishing. A silent auction will offer rock and mineral treasures. This year's theme: "Petrified Wood." Visit www.oxnardgem.com/html/gem_show.html or call 805.644.6450 for more information.

There will be about 70 display cases that will showcase the talents and artistic skills of members and guest exhibitors. Some of the displays and activities are directed towards teaching students about the earth sciences. The Show also offers:

• Each child will receive a free polished rock.
• “Pebble Pub” - a fun quiz for the kids to fill out, is based on the displays.               
• Dino Discovery - Collect 36 different free dinosaur trading cards.
• A scout badge requirement, “Make A Fossil” is one of our many activities.
• Egg carton rock kits — assemble a kit containing 6 different rocks.
• Games and crafts for kids.
• Dino Dig!  Choose a fist sized “rock” and dig out one of 12 different dinos!
• Teachers with their teacher ID will receive earth science posters and material to display in their classrooms. Quantities are limited.

Conejo Recreation and Park District "Fishing Frenzy" in Thousand Oaks on August 3rd

The Conejo Recreation and Park District is hosting its annual Fishing Frenzy event at Conejo Creek North Park at 1379 East Janss Road (behind Thousand Oaks Library) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 3rd.

They will be releasing hundreds of magnetic fish into the creek and children will be given magnetic fishing poles to catch them! No bait required! Fish with a magnetic pole, do arts and crafts and explore Captain Carl's Mobile Tidepool. Per child fee was $5 in 2012 and is TBA in 2013.

For more information, visit www.crpd.org/programs/district_special_events/fishing_frenzy.asp or call 805.381.2793.

Upcoming 2013 Events and Activities at Ventura Harbor Village

Ventura Harbor Village is located just minutes off the Historic 101 and Highway 1 along California’s Central Coast. Take the Seaward Ave. exit, left on Harbor Blvd., and right on Spinnaker Drive (1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura). For more information call the Ventura Harbor Event Line: (805) 477–0470, ext. 5 or visit www.VenturaHarborVillage.com

Earth Day Beach Clean-Up – Surfer’s Knoll Beach

SUMMER 2013

Summer Sounds Concert Series – Ventura Harbor Village

Sundays – June 23 through Labor Day (first weekend in September), 1-4 pm

Soak up the sun while listening to an array of music ranging from Jazz & Soul to Pop & Rock to a blend of Caribbean & Reggae during the Summer Sounds Concert Series every Sunday from 1 - 4 pm on the Carousel Stage.

Breath of Life Ventura Triathlon/Relay – Ventura Harbor

Sunday, June 23, 2013, 7 am

Breath of Life Triathlon offers a Sprint or Olympic course with swim, bike, & run portions through the scenic Ventura Harbor.  Breath of Life is a fundraiser and is the primary source of charitable donations for the Dina LaVigna Breath of Life Fund for people diagnosed with Primary Immunodeficiency. Proceeds from 2013 go towards the construction, renovation and expansion of the current physical space for outpatient pediatric infusions in the Witherbee Foundation Children's Health Center at UCLA and to improvements for the Los Angeles Children's Hospital. www.DinaTriForLife.com

Steel Drum at Carousel Stage – Ventura Harbor Village

Saturdays in July - August 2013, 1-4 pm

Fun beachy sounds surround while shopping, dining, or relaxing in the Village.  Steel drums kick off the good times July 6.

8^th Annual Pirate Days Festival – Ventura Harbor Village

Saturday - Sunday, July 13 - 14, 2013, 1-4 pm

Return to the mystical times when the pirates roamed the seas during the 8^th Annual Pirate Days Festival. The event features professional pirate live-action shows, pirate themed activities, treasure hunts, pirate costume contests, pirate vendors and much more.

Arts in the Park – Ventura Harbor Village Main Lawn

Saturday – Sunday, August 17 – 18, 2013, 10 am – 5 pm

Local artists display amazing glass work, jewelry, sculpture, hand created crafts and more outdoors at Ventura Harbor Village Main Lawn during a fun-filled summer weekend.  Street chalk artists create “Chalk for Charity” pieces along the Village Promenade to support FOODShare, plus live music, and junior art activities throughout the weekend.  Admission and Parking are free.

FALL 2013

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5k – Harbor Cove Beach/Ventura Harbor

Saturday, October 12, 2013, 8:30 am start

Join in the campaign to support more birthdays at the fourth annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5k fund raiser and pancake breakfast for Ventura County. Making Strides is a non-competitive 5k scenic morning walk, beginning early Saturday, October 12 at Ventura Harbor. www.MakingStrides.acsevents.org

Ponies by the Sea Car Show – Ventura Harbor Village Main Lawn

Sunday, October 13, 2013, 9 am – 4 pm

Mustangs from all eras will sparkle and shine lined up on the Ventura Harbor Village Main Lawn for the Ponies by the Sea Car Show.  Free for spectators, registration fees to display vintage and modern vehicles benefit Guide Dogs of America.  Award ceremony includes  People’s Choice Classes, Best of Show, Best Paint, Best Engine, Doggie’s Choice and a special “Most Likely to get a Ticket” award given by the California Highway Patrol.  www.TriCountyMustangClub.com

Kinetic Sculpture Race – (Benefiting the Turning Point Foundation) – Ventura Harbor

Saturday, October 19, 2013, 10:19 am - 4 pm 

Amazing people-powered and hilarious works of art designed to travel over an exciting all-terrain course will race through Ventura Harbor, Saturday, October 19 from 10:19 am - 4 pm.  The creative vehicles will trek through such challenges as a harbor water launch, sand mounds, figure eight race track and huge mud pit before making it to the finish line.  www.KineticRace.com

Thrill the World Halloween Zombie Dance – Ventura Harbor Village Main Lawn

Saturday, October 26, 2013, 2 pm

A zombie dance performance of the classic Michael Jackson “Thriller” performed simultaneously around the globe for the world record!  Proceeds benefit select charity. www.ConnexionsDanceStudio.com

WINTER 2013

Ventura Harbor Holiday Parade of Lights & Fireworks – Ventura Harbor

Friday and Saturday, December 20-21, 2013, 7 pm

Ventura Harbor celebrates the season with its 37^th Annual Holiday Parade of Lights & Fireworks “Seaside Tinsel Town, Commemorating 50 Years Ventura Harbor” on Friday, December 20 and Saturday, December 21.  The two-day fun filled event includes a carnival, seaside shopping and dining followed by the lighted boat parade & fireworks show in the evening.

Winter Wonderland & Holiday Marketplace – Ventura Harbor Village

Saturday, December 21, 2013, 1-5 pm

Rediscover the joy of holiday shopping while wondering through a festive holiday village at the popular Ventura Harbor’s Winter Wonderland & Holiday Marketplace held Saturday, December 21 from 1 - 5 pm.  Highlights include faux snowfall every 15 minutes, a full carnival with rides and games, visits with Santa & Mrs. Claus, two live reindeer, Dickenson Carolers, and more!  The 37^th Annual Parade of Lights & Fireworks to follow!

Community Showcase and Food Truck Festival in Simi Valley on Saturday, April 13

Childrens' Activities at the Reyes Adobe in Agoura on the 2nd Saturday of Each Month

The City of Agoura Hills Department of Community Services Program is offering hands-on children activities and public tours at the Reyes Adobe Historical Site.  Docent-led tours of the Reyes Adobe, barn and museum will be available on the second and fourth Saturdays from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.  Children activities (geared towards ages 3 to 8) are offered on the 2nd Saturday from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m and are free. 

Upcoming Events as of 3/15/13:

TBA

Public, educational and group programs are available throughout the year and offer a variety of ways to discover our region’s unique legacy through guided tours, interactive exhibits and special events.  Suggested donations for the tour are: Adults $3.00, Seniors $2.00, Children 5-12 $1.00, and children under 5 free. Reyes Adobe is located at 30400 Rainbow Crest Drive, Agoura Hills.

For more information on this program or other activities at the Reyes Adobe, please visit the Adobe’s website: www.ci.agoura-hills.ca.us/Index.aspx?page=382, come by the Agoura Hills Recreation Center, located at 30610 Thousand Oaks Blvd., or call (818) 597-7361.