2013 Simi Civic Center Plaza Concerts in the Courtyard on Saturday Nights 6/22 to 9/7

Free summer concerts at the Simi Civic Center Plaza on Saturday nights starting June 22nd through September 7th from 6-9pm. Located on Tapo Canyon Road between the 118 Freeway and Alamo Street. Visit www.facebook.com/concertsinthecourtyard for more information.

Regal Theaters 2013 Summer $1 Movie Express in Calabasas, Camarillo, Simi Valley

Regal Theaters presents its Summer Movie Express 2013. 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).

• June 18-19: The Three Stooges and Ice Age: Continental Drift
• June 25-26: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days and Parental Guidance
• July 2-3: Mr. Poppers' Penguins and Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked
• July 9-10: Monte Carlo and Rio
• July 16-17: Coraline and ParaNorman
• July 23-24: Dr. Seuss' The Lorax and Big Miracle
• July 30-31: Yogi Bear and Journey 2: The Mysterious Island
• Aug 6-7: Racing Stripes and Happy Feet Too
• Aug 13-14: African Cats and Chimpanzee

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

• June 18-19: The Three Stooges and Ice Age: Continental Drift
• June 25-26: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days and Parental Guidance
• July 2-3: Mr. Poppers' Penguins and Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked
• July 9-10: Monte Carlo and Rio
• July 16-17: Coraline and ParaNorman
• July 23-24: Dr. Seuss' The Lorax and Big Miracle
• July 30-31: Yogi Bear and Journey 2: The Mysterious Island
• Aug 6-7: Racing Stripes and Happy Feet Too
• Aug 13-14: African Cats and Chimpanzee

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

• June 18-19: The Three Stooges and Ice Age: Continental Drift
• June 25-26: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days and Parental Guidance
• July 2-3: Mr. Poppers' Penguins and Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked
• July 9-10: Monte Carlo and Rio
• July 16-17: Coraline and ParaNorman
• July 23-24: Dr. Seuss' The Lorax and Big Miracle
• July 30-31: Yogi Bear and Journey 2: The Mysterious Island
• Aug 6-7: Racing Stripes and Happy Feet Too
• Aug 13-14: African Cats and Chimpanzee

Visit www.regmovies.com/Movies/Summer-Movie-Express for more information.

Summer 2013 Free Music in the Park Series in Simi Valley and Oak Park

Rancho Simi Recreation & Park District presents the 2013 Free Music in the Park Series in Simi Valley and Oak Park. Concerts begin at 6pm. More info at www.rsrpd.org or by calling 805.584.4400. Concerts start at 6pm. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, picnic baskets, etc.!

The Lineup:

Sat, June 15: The Spazmatics at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley

Sat, June 22: "DSB" Journey tribute band at Oak Canyon Community Park, 5600 Hollytree Drive, Oak Park

Sat, July 20: Platinum Groove at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley

Sat, August 17: "Fan Halen" Van Halen tribute band at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley

Annual 4th of July Celebration at the Reagan Library in Simi Valley

This 4th of July at the Reagan Presidential Library, come celebrate our Nation’s 237th birthday with family entertainment, presidential look-alikes, face painting, storytelling and children's games and crafts. Enjoy all-American food while listening to a rousing patriotic concert. All 4th of July activities are free; regular Museum admission rates apply for those visitors who also visit the indoor Museum exhibits. For more information call (805) 522.2977 or visit www.reaganfoundation.org/events.  Event hours 10am to 3pm.

Historic figure portrayals include Thomas Jefferson at 10am, Benjamin Franklin at 11am, Abraham Lincoln at noon, George Washington at 1pm and Abraham Lincoln again at 2pm.

Father/Daughter Sock Hop at Simi Valley Town Center on Saturday, June 15th

2013 St. Rose of Lima Annual Parish Carnival in Simi Valley, June 28, 29 and 30

Annual Summer Carnival at St. Rose of Lima in Simi Valley
Friday, June 28th          6:00pm-11:00pm
Saturday, June 29th    2:00pm-11:00 pm
Sunday, June 30th     2:00pm-10:00pm
$2 admission per person. Children under 12 and 65+ seniors free.
Rides, Games, Food, Desserts, Beer, Wine & Margarita Garden, Live Entertainment, Book Sale, Face Painting & More! Visit www.strosesv.com for more information.

1305 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley

Pre-Sale Ride Bracelets & Value Packs Available 6/8-6/28. Bracelets $20 per person/per day. Value Pack $50 includes 2 ride bracelets & 1 sheet of food/game tickets.

Fairy Tales in the Park Free Outdoor Shows in Ventura County, May to September

Fairy Tales in the Park is a series of free, live theatrical performances geared towards children ages 3 to 10. John and Roxanne Diesel co-founded Gypsies in a Trunk, an all-volunteer troupe of actors performing free fairy tales for the young and young at heart. The troupe’s love of children’s theatre has led them to perform every May through September since 1995 throughout Ventura County.

The troupe's goal is to create an environment where families can introduce live theatre to their children in a casual setting at the right price – free! All Fairy Tales in the Park performances are held outdoors in a variety of venues and is always free of charge, though the players pass the hat to help cover costuming and travel costs, donations are always voluntary.

Most venues do not have shade, so sunscreen and hats are appropriate. Bring water, juice, snacks, picnics. Blankets and low-slung chairs are recommended. Please leave doggies at home (not that they don't love them). The shows are designed to run approximately 45 minutes, which coincides with the attention span of the target age group, 3-10 year olds.

THE 2013 LINEUP

• The Little Mermaid (done)
• Hansel and Gretel
• Jack and the Beanstalk
• The Wizard of Oz
• The BRAVE Princess: Merida's Adventures

LOCATIONS

Simi Valley (Shows at 4pm): Rancho Simi Bicentennial Amphitheatre (Erringer & Royal)

• May 4th: The Little Mermaid
• June 1st: Hansel and Gretel
• July 6th: Jack and the Beanstalk
• Aug 3rd: The Wizard of Oz
• Sep 7th: The BRAVE Princess: Merida's Advent

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2013 Summer Movies at Rancho Simi Community Park in Simi Valley

Grab your lawn chairs and blankets, family and friends, and join us for a movie under the stars. Come watch our featured film on the 30-foot inflatable screen. Thematic games and activities provided an hour prior to movie, with light concessions available as well. Starts at dusk. (805) 584-4400. Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Ave. (in the grass bowl). www.rsrpd.org

June 28th: The Lorax

July 12th: Rise of the Guardians

August 2nd: Hotel Transylvania

Also...check out Dive-In Movies at the Rancho Simi Community Pool from 6 to 10pm on the dates below. There is a $3 charge per person for these.

July 6th: Monsters Inc.

July 27th: Ice Age

August 10th: Wreck It Ralph

Nottingham Village Renaissance Faire in Simi Valley on November 16-17, 2013

www.nottinghamfestival.com

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

7th Annual Sunset Dinner Series at Reagan Library, June 20 to August 22

The Reagan Library presents its 7th Annual Sunset Dinner Series; five fabulous Thursday and Friday nights of dining and dancing under the wings of Air Force One from 5:30 pm to 9 pm.

• June 20: American Rock & Roll and Classic Car Night
• July 11: American Made: Country Music Night Under the Stars
• July 25: An American Legend: A Tribute to Neil Diamond
• August 8: Celebrating American Swing
• August 22: Classic Old Time Vegas Night

You will enjoy a delicious dinner buffet, including gourmet hors d’oeuvres, while listening and dancing to live music! Tour the Ronald Reagan Presidential Museum from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and the spectacular Air Force One from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.! Visit www.reaganfoundation.org/events or call 805.577.4057 for more information and to make reservations.

3rd Annual Arroyo Creek Half Marathon, 5K/10K in Simi Valley on Sunday, August 11

The 3rd Annual Arroyo Creek Half Marathon is planned for Sunday, August 11, 2013. The race will start at Rancho Simi Park and run along the Arroyo bike path through the center of Simi Valley and along the Arroyo Creek. The event starts at 7:30 a.m. 

There is also a 5K and 10K planned. Event benefits Loving Heart Hospice Foundation. Visit www.arroyocreekhalfmarathon.com for more information and to register.

Boys & Girls Club of Simi Valley 35th Annual Dinner & Auction on Friday, June 28

www.bbgcsimi.com