Seaside Live Music at Ventura Harbor Village - Spring/Summer 2025

Enjoy live music at Ventura Harbor Village all spring and summer long. Located at 1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura.

Summer Live Music Lineup

All summer long catch the “sun-sational” sounds of Live Music Weekends every Saturday and Sunday in July and August, from 1–4 PM, on the Seaside Promenade. With a rotating lineup of talented local bands, performances are free and open to all ages.

Bands Every Saturday this Summer:

  • Saturday, July 12 – Teka & Alyse Korn

  • Saturday, July 19 – The Matthew Clark Duo

  • Saturday, July 26 – Soucial Media Band

  • Saturday, August 16 – Mary White

  • Saturday, August 23 – Mark Masson

  • Saturday, August 30 – The CocoKnots

Steel Drums Every Sunday in July (Feat. Casey Jones & Special Guest Ben Betts)
Enjoy steel drum every Sunday in July, including Casey Jones, Sunday, July 13, 2025, special performances by coastal loop artist Ben Betts on Sunday, July 20 and Sunday, July 27. Betts’ tropical-infused, steel drum sound and layered live looping performances bring chill island vibes to the Village.

Reggae Music Every Sunday in August
Sundays in August (August 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31) feature island rhythms in Ventura Harbor Village. Soak in laid-back vibes by the sea throughout August on the Village’s Seaside Promenade Stage.

More details at www.venturaharborvillage.com/events. Subject to change, so check the Ventura Harbor Village first for updates.

The Harbor announced recently that paid parking will apply from 10am to 8pm Friday through Sunday and holidays at Ventura Harbor Village and neighboring beaches. Parking on Spinnaker Drive will remain free of charge. Under an hour will be free of charge. Up to 4 hours will be $1 per hour, or $10 for a day pass. Revenue will support clean restrooms, security, free community events, and facility upkeep. More details at www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/paid-parking/2025-07-05 or venturaharbor.com/parking.

2025 Ojai Film Society Free Summer Film Series at Libbey Bowl July 25 to October 3

The Ojai Film Society announces the return of its Summer Series, presented by Hotel El Roblar. Running on alternate Fridays from July 25 through October 3, the series invites audiences to gather under the stars at Libbey Bowl for six unforgettable evenings of film, imagination, and community connection. This year’s theme, “Imagine A World,” dares us to envision a more just, expansive, and beautiful future. Each film was hand-picked to inspire courage, creativity, and connection—highlighting stories that break the mold and remind us that another world is possible.

Here's the lineup:

  • July 25: Sally

  • August 8: The NeverEnding Story

  • August 22: The Greatest Night in Pop (with director Bao Nguyen in attendance)

  • September 5: 9 to 5

  • September 18: Speak. (with director Jennifer Tiexiera in attendance)

  • October 3: Close Encounters of the Third Kind

Walk-ups are welcome, and RSVPs are encouraged at ojaifilmsociety.org. Films start at 7:30PM. Libbey Bowl is located at 210 S. Signal Street in Ojai.

About Ojai Film Society

Founded in 1988, the Ojai Film Society (OFS) is a volunteer-run registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to presenting independent, foreign, documentary, and classic films to the Ojai Valley—outdoors, in community, for free. Through its popular Summer Series at Libbey Bowl and year-round partnerships across the Valley, OFS fosters inclusive, intergenerational gathering around the love of film. With a growing audience of over 3,000 annual attendees and support from local sponsors and volunteers, OFS continues to be one of the largest free cultural event series in the region.

"A Gathering of Joy," Obon Festival on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at the Oxnard Buddhist Temple

The Annual Obon Festival, "A Gathering of Joy" will take place at the Oxnard Buddhist Temple, 250 South "H" Street, Oxnard on Saturday, July 12, 2025 from 1 pm to 8 pm. FREE admission and fun for the entire family, including food, games and dancing. For more information visit www.oxnardbuddhisttemple.org or call (805) 483-5948.

2025 City of Agoura Hills Summer Concerts in the Park - June through August

The City of Agoura Hills Department of Community Services and the DIY Home Center present the 2025 Summer Concerts in the Park. Concerts are held at 6pm on Sundays and are free of charge. (Suggested donation $2) Food trucks on hand.

All concerts will be held at Chumash Park, 5550 Medea Valley Drive, Agoura Hills.

The lineup:

June 15: Mirage (Fleetwood Mac Tribute)

July 6: DSB (Journey Tribute), followed by patriotic drone show

August 3: Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)

August 17: Brandon Ragan Project

For more information, call the Agoura Hills Recreation Center at (818) 597-7361 or visit www.agourahillsrec.org.

151st Anniversary Ventura County Fair to Take Place July 30 to August 10, 2025

The 2025 Ventura County Fair will take place July 30 to August 10 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Boulevard in Ventura.

The fair features arts, crafts, food, exhibits, displays, demonstrations, farm animals, petting zoo, carnival rides, games and entertainment. More information at www.VenturaCountyFair.org.

General Admission Prices:  

Regular admission: Ages 13-64 $20, Ages 6-12 $15, Ages 65+ $15, Ages 0-5 free

Parking at the Ventura County Fair is $20.00 per car. Parking at the Fairgrounds is limited. Free shuttle buses are provided from the Ventura Government Center, Pacific View Mall, Ventura Community Park, Ventura High School and San Buenaventura State Beach (with $10 parking fee). See venturacountyfair.org/fair/parking-shuttles.

Fair hours are 12pm to 11pm daily

Special Promotion Days:

  • Wednesday, July 30 – $5 before 5pm

  • Friday, August 1 – Youth Day - Visitors ages 12 and under will be admitted free all day with paid adult admission.

  • Tuesday, August 5 – Seniors & Persons with Disabilities Day - Ages 65+ and disabled persons (and one caregiver) will be admitted free all day.

  • Thursday, August 7 – Community Heroes Day - All military, police, fire and EMS personnel with current, valid ID and first responders admitted free.

  • Friday, August 8 - Food Share Day - Bring 5 non-perishable items to donate and receive a same-day BOGO offer on admission.

Carnival Wristband Days will be Thursday, July 31 and August 4 and 5. $45 for ride wristbands that can be used until 8pm these days.

Entertainment Lineup (All concerts are free; VIP seats available for each concert for an additional charge.)

  • Wednesday, July 30 - Beach Block Party ft. Tone Loc, Ying Yang Twins, Fat Joe, & Pepa of Salt-N-Pepa

  • Thursday, July 31 - Diplo

  • Friday, August 1 - Dirty Heads

  • Saturday, August 2 - Lee Brice

  • Sunday, August 3 - TBA

  • Monday, August 4 - Flo Rida ft. Bubba Sparxxx

  • Tuesday, August 5 - Dylan Scott

  • Wednesday, August 6 - Scotty McCreery ft. Kruse Brothers

Announced on July 5th: Flying U Rodeo Company will be back on Friday through Sunday, August 8th (7pm), 9th (2pm and 7pm) and 10th (2pm and 7pm). Adults $10. Children $8. Rodeo tickets are in addition to fair admission. Tickets go on sale at vcfair.org on Tuesday, July 8th.

2025 Regal Theaters Summer Movie Express ($1 Movies) in Thousand Oaks, Camarillo and Simi Valley

Regal Theaters presents its Summer Movie Express 2025. Moviegoers of all ages can climb aboard to enjoy a great selection of films. During the summer, select Regal Cinemas, United Artists and Edwards Theatres will offer selected G or PG rated movies for only $1 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at designated time frames. Summer Movie Express 2025 runs June 10 to August 6.

Participating local theaters include Regal Janss Marketplace in Thousand Oaks (11:30am screenings), Regal Edwards Camarillo Palace Stadium 12, 680 Ventura Boulevard (9:30am screenings), and Regal Simi Valley Civic Center Stadium 16 at 2751 Tapo Cyn Road (Screenings in the 10-10:30am range). Showtimes vary by theater.

The lineup:

  • June 10-11: Sing 2 and Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

  • June 17-18: Trolls Band Together, If

  • June 24-25: Sonic the Hedgehog 2, The Bad Guys

  • July 1-2, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, The Wild Robot

  • July 8-9: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Paw Patrol: The Movie

  • July 15-16: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie

  • July 22-23: Kung Fu Panda 4, Despicable Me 4

  • July 29-30: TMNT Mutant Mayhem, The Garfield Movie

  • August 5-6: Minions: The Rise of Gru, Paddington in Peru

Visit www.regmovies.com/static/en/us/promotions/summer-movie-express for more information.

2025 Camarillo Community Band Summer Concerts in the Park on Thursdays, July 10 to July 31

The Camarillo Community Band's 2025 Summer Concert Series is planned at Constitution Park, Carmen Drive at Paseo Camarillo on July 10, 17, 24 and 31.

Performances will start at 7:00pm (and end at approximately 8:30 pm). Free admission. Bring chairs, blankets and picnic dinners while enjoying the show.

Presented by the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Parks District, the 2025 conductors are:

  • Bob Hackett, Music Director at Agoura High School (July 10),

  • Stephen Morman, Doctoral Student, University of Southern California (July 17),

  • John McQuilkin, retired instrumental music teacher from Quartz Hill High School (July 24).    

  • Kirk Raymond, founder of the Camarillo Community Band (July 31).

camarillocommunityband.com

2025 Free Concerts by the Sea at Channel Islands Harbor July 12 to August 30

Concerts by the Sea is a free concert series at Harbor View Park, 3600 Harbor Boulevard, Oxnard near the Marine Emporium Landing at Channel Islands Harbor on Saturdays from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Bring lawn chairs and blankets! Call 805.985.4852 or visit www.channelislandsharbor.org for more information and details about each concert.

The 2024 Lineup:

  • July 12: Decadent Decades (Rock/Pop)

  • July 19: Ashford Gordon (Contemporary Blues)

  • July 26: Rock the Boat (Yacht Rock)

  • August 2: Lil Bit of Everything (Country Rock)

  • August 9: South Pasadena Transit Authority (Chicago Tribute)

  • August 16: Ignition Band (Classic Rock)

  • August 23: Brandon Ragan Project (Funk & Blues)

  • August 30: Psychedelic Summer (60s/70s)

25th Annual Thousand Oaks Rotary Wine & Beer Festival on Sunday, August 24, 2025

The Thousand Oaks Rotary Foundation will celebrate the 24th Annual Thousand Oaks Rotary Wine & Beer Festival on Sunday, August 24, 2025, from 1-4PM at the Westlake Yacht Club, 32119 Lindero Canyon Road, Westlake Village. Since its inception, the event, for adults ages 21 and up, has raised over $600,000 to benefit the Ventura County Special Olympics and the Thousand Oaks Rotary Foundation which supports many local charities and provides student educational scholarships.

Purchase advance sale event tickets for the special price of $95 per person! ($125 at the door). Go to www.ThousandOaksRotaryWineFestival.com.

Sample acclaimed California limited-production handcrafted wines, microbrews and hors d’oeuvres while perusing fabulous auction items donated by local businesses and residents. Meet Special Olympics athletes.

Special Olympics Ventura County offers free year-round sports training and athletic competition to over 700 children and adults with intellectual disabilities in 10 Olympic style sports at over 20 county sites.

The Thousand Oaks Rotary Foundation has been a major supporter of the Special Olympics and has enabled over 10,000 athletes to compete. The club also donates more than $175,000 each year to many local and international charities to foster social, cultural, economic, and environmental progress.

Upcoming Events and Free Programs at the Thousand Oaks and Newbury Park Branch Libraries

Thousand Oaks (Grant R. Brimhall) Library.

Thousand Oaks (Grant R. Brimhall) Library.

There are two great Thousand Oaks libraries; the Grant R. Brimhall Library at 1401 E. Janss Road in Thousand Oaks (805.449.2660) and the local Newbury Park Branch is at 2331 Borchard Road (805.498.2139).  These libraries provide year-round free events, activities and programs for all ages. Selected events from time to time will be covered here.

Visit the library website at www.toaks.org/library to learn more. 

The following is a list of programs happening at the Thousand Oaks Library during the month of June, with GRB denoting Grant R. Brimhall Library and NPL denoting Newbury Park Library. All Library programs are free and open to the public; some require registration, and all are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice. For the latest information on Library events, please visit www.tolibrary.org/calendar.

ALL AGES

Summer Reading Club 2025

Monday, June 16 – Sunday, August 3

Join the fun June 16–August 3 at the Thousand Oaks Library with free events, weekly crafts, and activities for kids, teens, and adults. Read 10 books or 10 hours to earn a prize and a chance to win a Grand Prize! Prizes include a Van Gogh LEGO set, L.A. Zoo family membership, and more! Play games like “Find Esteban” or “Guess the Book Cover” for more chances to win. Learn more at tolibrary.org/src or visit the Library.

Agents of Discovery: Conejo Valley Virtual Historical Tour

Monday, June 16 - Sunday, August 3

Explore local history and uncover community stories with the Agents of Discovery app—take the virtual tour anytime, from anywhere!

Wildlife After the Woolsey Fire Exhibit: Research Images on Display

Monday, June 30 – Thursday, July 31 • Newbury Park Library

Discover stunning wildlife research images captured by the National Park Service and its partners as they monitor the Santa Monica Mountains' wildlife recovery after the Woolsey Fire. This special display highlights a powerful collaboration between the NPS, Santa Monica Mountains Fund, and dedicated volunteers, showcasing the region’s remarkable ecological resilience.

Cursive Writing Hangout!

Tuesdays, July 8, 15, 22, & 29 • 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm • NPL Meeting Room

Thursdays, July 10, 17, 24, & 31 • 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm • GRB Community Room

A weekly program for parents with students (grades 1-8) to practice cursive handwriting.

Gosh Yarn It

Friday, July 11 • 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm • GRB Community Room

Relax, crochet, and socialize at our crochet club! Beginners and experts alike are welcome to bring your own supplies and hang out with fellow crocheters as we sip tea and work on our projects. For ages 11+.

KIDS

Reading Buddies

Tuesdays, July 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29 • 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm • NPL Meeting Room

Wednesdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30 • 2:45 pm – 3:15 pm & 3:20 pm – 3:50 pm • GRB Community Room

A weekly program for students grades 1-4 to practice and gain confidence in their reading with the support of a volunteer. Registration required.

Dog Days

Tuesdays, July 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29 • 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm • GRB Children’s Program Room

Thursday, July 3 • 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm • NPL Meeting Room

Readers of all levels and abilities are invited to come and read to a certified therapy dog! Participants will sign up for a brief 10-minute session with a dog and their owner.

Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color

Wednesday, July 2 • 11:00 am – 11:45 am • GRB Community Room

Wednesday, July 2 • 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm • NPL Meeting Room

Science and stories collide in this interactive STEM storytelling show. Recommended for ages 5+.

Color Your Town!

Saturday, July 5 • 11:00 am – 11:45 am • GRB Community Room

Saturday, July 5 • 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm • NPL Meeting Room

Color and embellish a mixed media townscape with CReATE STUDIO! Recommended for ages 5+.

Parent & Child Class for Toddlers

Mondays, July 7, 14, 21, & 28 • 10:15 am – 10:35 am & 11:00 am – 11:20 am • GRB Community Room

Enjoy 20 minutes of simple stories and songs. For ages 12-36 months. Registration required.

Charlas virtuales con autores - Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third (Preescolar a 2.º grado)

Tuesday, July 8 • 11:00 am – 11:30 am • Online

Acompaña al autor e ilustrador Raúl the Third mientras nos habla de su libro ¡Vamos! ¡A leer! Conoce a Lobito y sus amigos mientras exploran el Festival del Libro Love de su biblioteca. Raúl the Third usa su cultura y su experiencia de crecer en la frontera entre Estados Unidos y México para inspirar su arte y sus historias. Se animará a los estudiantes a explorar su mundo a través de una perspectiva creativa. Se planea un dibujo conjunto y se recomiendan materiales y papel para dibujar. Por Favor: Tenga en cuenta que esta fecha tendremos dos presentaciones de Raúl the Third: una en español y otra en inglés. Asegúrese de registrarse en el formato que prefiera.

Virtual Author Talk - Drawing Your World with Raúl The Third (PK-2nd Grade)

Tuesday, July 8 • 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm • Online

Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!. Meet Little Lobo and friends as they explore their library's Libro Love Book Festival! Raúl the Third uses his culture and his experience growing up on the US and Mexico border to inspire his art and his storytelling. Students will be encouraged to explore their world through a creative lens. A draw along is planned, drawing supplies and paper are recommended. Please note that we will be hosting Raúl the Third twice on this date, once in Spanish and in English. Be sure that you are registering for your preferred format.

Magician Dave Skale

Wednesday, July 9 • 11:00 am – 11:45 am • GRB Community Room

Wednesday, July 9 • 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm • NPL Meeting Room

From his wacky antics for kids, to his amazing slight-of-hand, Dave is sure to entertain all! Recommended for ages 5+.

Music & Movement

Fridays, July 11, 18, & 25 • 10:15 am – 10:45 am & 11:15 am – 11:45 am • GRB Community Room

Dance, clap, and sing along with Ms. Cheryl and her guitar during this fun, interactive program for ages 0-5 years. Registration required.

Storytime with Drew Daywalt

Saturday, July 12 • 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm • Grant R. Brimhall Library

Join us for hilarious read-aloud fun as Drew Daywalt, bestselling author of the popular The Day the Crayons Quit series, talks about his latest books Little Freddie Two Pants and The Day the Crayons Made Friends in this "colorful" event. Books will be available for purchase and a signing will follow. For families with children age 4 and up. Sponsored and presented by the Friends of the Thousand Oaks Library.

Kyle Tiernan’s Draw-Along

Wednesday, July 16 • 11:00 am – 11:45 am • GRB Community Room

Wednesday, July 16 • 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm • NPL Meeting Room

Complete three refrigerator-ready illustrations. Recommended for ages 5+.

Mini Masters: Marietta Barovier

Thursday, July 17 • 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm • GRB Children’s Program Room

Read the story A Thousand Glass Flowers: Marietta Barovier and the Invention of the Rosetta Bead and create wooden rosetta beads. Led by a Teen Volunteer. For grades 1-5. Registration required.

Magician Mike Della Penna

Saturday, July 19 • 11:00 am – 11:45 am • GRB Community Room

Saturday, July 19 • 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm • NPL Meeting Room

He’s silly, he’s funny and he’ll make you go WOW! A family magic performance. For ages 4+.

Ina Buckner-Barnett, The Sunshine Storyteller

Wednesday, July 23 • 11:00 am – 11:45 am • GRB Community Room

Wednesday, July 23 • 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm • NPL Meeting Room

A concert of multicultural stories in a game show format where every child wins! Recommended for ages 5+.

Writing Buddies

Thursday, July 24 • 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm • GRB Technology Training Room

Students in grades 2-5 are invited to share their creativity by writing a short story. Registration required, walk-ins welcome if space allows.

Make & Take: Art Play

Saturday, July 26 • 11:00 am – 11:45 am • GRB Community Room

Saturday, July 26 • 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm • NPL Meeting Room

An empty mini-note book will be provided to write, color, collage, or create whatever you want! We provide the supplies; you provide the imagination! Recommended for ages 5+.

Make & Take: Sculpt Your World!

Wednesday, July 30 • 11:00 am – 11:45 am • GRB Children's Program Room

Wednesday, July 30 • 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm • NPL Meeting Room

Sculpt your own world using Model Magic! Recommended for ages 5+.

Mini Masters: Piet Mondrian

Thursday, July 31 • 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm • GRB Children's Program Room

Read the story Modern Art Explorer, create compositions with black tape and paint blocks of color. Led by a Teen Volunteer. For grades 1-5. Registration required.

Summer Storytimes & Playtimes

Baby Storytime

Tuesdays • 10:15 am – 10:35 am • GRB Community Room

A lapsit storytime for babies 0-12 months. Walk-ins welcome!

Preschool Storytime

Thursdays • 10:15 am – 11:00 am • GRB Community Room

A preschool storytime & craft for ages 3-5 years. Walk-ins welcome!

Toddler Storytime

Thursdays • 10:15 am – 10:35 am • NPL Community Room

A toddler storytime for ages 12-36 months. Walk-ins welcome!

Bilingual Pajama Storytime

Monday, July 28 • 6:15 pm – 7:00 pm • GRB Community Room

This is a bilingual (English/Spanish) storytime & craft for ages 3-5 years. Walk-ins welcome!

TWEENS & TEENS

Create Your Own Coloring Page Contest

Monday, June 16 – Sunday, August 3

Create a “Color Our World” coloring page for a chance to be featured at the Library and win a $50 art supply gift card! Get details and entry forms at the Library. Just for tweens and teens grades 6-12.

Paint by Number

Tuesday, July 1 • 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm • GRB Teen Space

Paint and color in a pre-printed design on canvas and follow the numbers to create a work of art! Registration required.

Reading Rocks Book Club

Tuesday, July 8 • GRB Children’s Program Room

Rocks (Grades 4-5): 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Boulders (Grades 6-8): 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Join us monthly to discuss books with strong female characters. This month’s books are The Mystery of Locked Rooms by Lindsay Currie for Rocks and Cogheart by Peter Bunzl for Boulders. Registration required.

Financial Pathways 1: Career & Education Paths Workshop

Friday, July 11 • 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm • NPL Meeting Room

Explore skills, careers, and salaries. Determine educational requirements and research schools that offer relevant programs. Learn about the total cost of schools, compare total school expenses vs. out-of-school annual salary, and determine the return on your educational investment. Registration required.

Egg Carton Flowers

Tuesday, July 15 • 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm • GRB Teen Space

Create colorful egg carton flowers with CReATE STUDIO. Registration required.

Virtual Author Talk - Discerning the Truth with Marie Lu (9th-12th Grade)

Thursday, July 17 • 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm • Online

Explore the intricate world of Legend with Marie Lu as she encourages readers to look beyond the surface and reveal hidden secrets. Explore the depths of deceit, battle for power, and the lengths characters will go to unmask the Truth.

Financial Foundations 1: Budgeting & Credit Workshop

Friday, July 18 • 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm • GRB Community Room

Learn the difference between building wealth vs. becoming rich, spending and saving plans and how to create a budget to support your personal goals. Learn to utilize debt and credit as tools for reaching financial goals and how to avoid being trapped by debt. Registration required.

Colorful Clay Creations

Tuesday, July 22 • 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm • NPL Meeting Room

Create your own custom clay figurines, charms, keychains, or jewelry using colorful air-dry clay. Registration required.

Virtual Author Talk - Illuminating Hope and Grace in the Face of Hardship with Rex Ogle (5th-8th Grade)

Wednesday, July 23 • 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm • Online

Join us online with award-winning author Rex Ogle as he talks to viewers about his struggles to navigate sixth grade as written about in his book Free Lunch.

Financial Pathways 2: Financing School & Managing Debt Accumulation Workshop

Friday, July 25 • 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm • NPL Meeting Room

Explore the different options available to pay for school. Learn the basics of the FAFSA and where to access additional support in completing FAFSA application. Learn how debt accumulation affects one's financial future and other life goals; learn how to budget to help limit overall student debt load and spend and save money wisely. Registration required.

Bad Art Contest

Tuesday, July 29 • 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm • GRB Teen Space

Have fun crafting your most terrible piece of art using the provided art supplies. Work solo or team up with up to four friends. We’ll vote for the best of the worst and the winning artist or team will take home a $50 Michaels Arts & Crafts gift card! Registration required.

Financial Foundations 2: Spend and Invest Workshop

Friday, August 1 • 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm • GRB Community Room

Explore financial services, which enable you to manage and keep track of your money. Understand how interest works and learn about the magic of compound interest. Explore the choices and trade-offs between the low-risk and high-risk investments. Registration required.

Calling All Teens: Be a Summer Volunteer at the Library!

Volunteer shifts run from June 16 to August 3

Looking for a fun and rewarding way to earn volunteer hours this summer? We’re looking for enthusiastic and friendly teens, ages 14–18, to help with our Summer Reading Club and other exciting library programs and activities at the Newbury Park Library or Grant R. Brimhall Library. Orientation sessions start in May. Apply ASAP for the best choice of shifts! Go to www.tolibrary.org/teens for more information and application details.

ADULTS

Color Our World Word Search

Monday, June 16 – Sunday, August 3

Test your book smarts by filling in missing titles and solving a word search! Turn in your completed puzzle by August 3 for a chance to win a gift card.

Paint & Sip: Adult Take-Home Kit

Monday, June 16 – Sunday, August 3

Relax and get creative at home with a DIY watercolor bookmark kit, complete with summer drink mixes and a fun umbrella straw—available at both libraries while supplies last!

Tiny Art Show

Monday, June 16 – Sunday, August 3

Pick up a kit from the library – includes a 4” x 4” canvas, acrylic paint, and a paintbrush, while supplies last. All artists will be entered into an opportunity drawing to win a $50 Michaels gift card. Visit tolibrary.org/tinyartshow for entry rules & guidelines.

Conversations with Mom

Tuesdays, July 1, 8, & 29 • 11:00 am – 12:00 pm • GRB Community Room

This free support group is for moms and their newborns to get together, express their joys and concerns, and meet other new moms in the community. Other caregivers including fathers and grandparents are welcome to attend the program on the last Tuesday of the month. No sessions July 15 & 22.

Many Voices Book Club

Wednesday, July 2 • 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm • GRB Technology Training Room

Join us in reading and discussing books in a wide variety of genres by authors from a wide variety of cultures. This month’s book is Our Best Intentions by Vibhuti Jain. Walk-ins welcome.

Movie Matinées

Mondays, July 7 & 21 • 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm • GRB Community Room

Enjoy free movie matinées at the Library! Check our online schedule to see what’s playing and make your next afternoon a movie day.

Paint by Numbers for Adults

Wednesday, July 9 • 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm • GRB Community Room

Wednesday, July 25 • 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm • GRB Community Room

Unwind with a paint-by-numbers session. All supplies provided, and you can take your 8” x 8” canvas home to finish. Registration required.

Open Mic Poetry Nights

Wednesday, July 9 • 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm • NPL Meeting Room

Wednesday, July 23 • 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm • GRB Community Room

Come listen to local poets and share your own work every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, in collaboration with The Ventura County Poetry Project.

Happily Ever After Book Club

Monday, July 14 • 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm • GRB Technology Training Room

Join us as we chat about our favorite romance novels, where a Happily Ever After (HEA)—or a Happily For Now (HFN)—is always guaranteed. This month’s book is Out on a Limb by Hannah Bonam-Young. Walk-ins welcome.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Conversation Group

Thursday, July 10 • 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm • GRB Technology Training Room

Practice speaking English in an informal and friendly group setting, open to all non-native speakers. Registration preferred, walk-ins welcome.

Paint Workshop with Art Trek

Sunday, July 13 • 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm • GRB Community Room

Join Art Trek for a guided painting workshop just for adults—no experience needed! All supplies provided. Space is limited. Registration required.

Street Fighter VI Color Your Battlefield Tournament

Wednesday July 16 • 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm • GRB Community Room

Face off in 1-on-1 battles in the latest Street Fighter game for a shot at winning gift card prizes!

SRC Story Slam: Color Our World

Friday August 1 • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm • GRB Community Room

As a part of Summer Reading Club 2025 the Thousand Oaks Library will be hosting a summer Story Slam. Writers 18 and older are invited to submit a story based on the theme Color Your World. Stories must be submitted by July 18, at the Information Desk at either the Grant R. Brimhall or Newbury Park Libraries or emailed to info@tolibrary.org with the subject heading “Story Slam.” Stories must be able to be read in under seven minutes and be between 1,000-2000 words. The reading of the top 8 stories will be held in the Grant R. Brimhall Library Community Room on Friday, August 1st at 6:30pm. All readers will be notified on July 25th.

Job Search Strategies that Actually Work: A Career Development Workshop

Monday, July 21 • 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm • GRB Community Room

In this workshop, explore proven job search techniques and the best ways to maximize your time on your career journey. Hosted by Career Coach Deanna Gurrola. Registration recommended. Walk-ins welcome.

Art and Natural Materials with Dani Kwan

Tuesday July 24 • 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm • GRB Community Room

Join gallery artist, CSUCI/VC professor, and 2025 Grand Canyon Conservancy Artist in Residence Dani Kwan, for an inspiring look at their work and how to turn natural materials into creative art.

Virtual Author Talk - On the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains with Pria Anand

Thursday, July 31 • 11:00 am – 12:00 pm • Online

You’re invited to a fascinating conversation with neurologist and author Pria Anand to chat about her new book The Mind Electric: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains (forthcoming June 10, 2025).

Spanish at Your Library

While we will not be hosting this program in July, we encourage you to check back for future offerings or to explore our free online language learning tool, Mango.

ON THE REGULAR

LevelUp Lounge

Fridays • 10:00 am – 5:30 pm • GRB Teen Space

Access all ages gaming with the Library’s Xbox Game Pass! Hang out and relax with games like No Man’s Sky, Powerwash Simulator, Forza, Sea of Stars, and over 250 more options!

Board Games at the Library

Grant R. Brimhall Library

Stop by the Information Desk to borrow board games to play while inside the Library! Games available include Wingspan, Parks, Forbidden Island, and more.

Dungeons and Dragons Starter Kit

Grant R. Brimhall Library

The Thousand Oaks Library offers Dungeons & Dragons Starter Kits, each packed with guides, handbooks, a game master screen, dice sets, and more for D&D 5th Edition. Find them alongside the Book Club in a Box collection, perfect for your next adventure!

Stay & Switch

Newbury Park Library

Level up your visit with the Nintendo Switch Lite, available to borrow with your library card at the Newbury Park Library Information Desk. Loaded with fun digital games, the Switch Lite is perfect for in-library play. Come check it out and enjoy some gaming time!