Little Oaks Kids Club at The Oaks Mall in Thousand Oaks on Thursdays

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The Oaks presents the Little Oaks Kids Club, twice a month on Thursdays from 11am to 1pm. The Little Oaks Kids Club is a monthly series of engaging, family-friendly events designed for toddlers and young children. Each free event hosts themed crafts and music to magical storytimes. Events take place on Level 1, near Hallmark and Macy’s Women’s and Kids.

RSVP for each child/craft participant at www.shoptheoaksmall.com/event/Little-Oaks-Kids-Club/2145588109.

Upcoming Events

July 31: Little Oaks Summer Camp

Join The Oaks for the official launch of the new Little Oaks Kids Club! Camp vibes are in full swing with acorn-themed arts & crafts, interactive fun, and surprises to celebrate our rebrand.

August 7: Little Oaks Ice Cream Social

Beat the heat with sweet summer vibes! Kids will enjoy ice cream-themed crafts, music, and social time in this playful (and adorable) summer send-off.

August 21: Once Upon a Storytime — Featuring the Tower Princess

Let down your hair and join us for a magical morning with the Tower Princess (Rapunzel)! Enjoy storytime, songs, and meet-and-greet moments your little ones won’t forget.

Upcoming Dates:

• Thursday, September 4: Little Oaks Live! with the BeatBuds

• Thursday, September 18: Storytime with Belle

Santa Paula Labor Day Parade, Monday, September 1, 2025

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The Santa Paula Labor Day Parade will be held on Monday, September 1, 2025 at 10 AM on Main Street in Santa Paula.

The parade is sponsored by the Santa Paula Labor Day Parade Committee, the Rotary Club of Santa Paula and the City of Santa Paula.

Walking groups with banners, musical groups, floats, workers riding in work-related vehicles, equestrians, and all groups representing a Labor Day theme are invited to participate. The parade starts at 7th and Main Street and ends at the gazebo at Santa Barbara and Mill.

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10th Annual Labor Day Tractor Fair at the Santa Paula Agriculture Museum on Monday, September 1, 2025

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The 10th Annual Labor Day Tractor Fair at the Santa Paula Agriculture Museum, 926 Railroad Avenue, Santa Paula, takes place on Monday, September 1, 2025 from 11am to 2pm, immediately following the Santa Paula Labor Day Parade.  Free event will include family-friendly activities, live music, presentations and tours and a display of course by the Topa Topa Flywheelers Antique Gas Engine & Tractor Club. venturamuseum.org/event/9th-annual-labor-day-tractor-fair

Ventura Art and Chalk Festival on September 13 & 14, 2025

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The Rotary Club of Ventura presents the Ventura Art and Chalk Festival on September 13 and 14, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Ventura Harbor Village, 1583 Spinnaker Dr., Ventura. This waterfront juried art festival features more than over 50 talented street chalk artists creating colorful murals along the village promenade overlooking the boats.

More information at www.venturaartandchalkfestival.com.

2025 Seaside Movie Nights at Ventura Harbor Village on August 9, September 6, and October 11

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Save the date for Summer Seaside Movie Nights, August 9, September 6, and October 11, 2025 starting after sunset at Ventura Harbor Village Main Lawn, 1583 Spinnaker Drive in Ventura. Plan to arrive early to enjoy live DJ or bands, and grab dinner and dessert at one of the Village's seaside restaurants. Movie-goers are encouraged to bring blankets and low chairs.

All events are pending weather conditions. Visit www.VenturaHarborVillage.com for pre-show activities and event updates.

Here is the lineup:

Saturday, August 9: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.- Pre-show entertainment starts at 7pm. Movie begins just after sunset.

Saturday, September 6: Jaws - Pre-show entertainment starts at 6:30pm. Movie begins around 7:30pm

Saturday, October 11: Hocus Pocus - Pre-show entertainment starts at 5:30pm. Movie begins after sunset, around 6:30pm.Costumes encouraged. Prizes awarded.

2025 Rock the Collection Summer and Fall Concert Series in Oxnard in August and September

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The Collection at Riverpark in Oxnard is hosting its Rock the Collection Free Concert Series this year on designated Thursday nights, 6:30-8PM at Collection Park. The series will feature everyone’s favorite rock and pop classics performed by popular tribute bands.

The lineup is as follows:

  • Aug 13: Rocketman - Elton John Tribute

  • Aug 27: The Long Run - Eagles Tribute

  • Sep 10: Wanted - Bon Jovi Tribute

  • Sep 24: The Kings of Queen - Queen Tribute

Updates at thecollectionrp.com/portfolio/rock-the-collection-2025

2025 Concerts at the Plaza at the Simi Valley Civic Center Plaza July 12 to August 23

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Concerts at the Plaza is a free Saturday evening concert series at the Simi Civic Center Plaza on Tapo Canyon Road off the 118 in Simi Valley, in the Regal Cinema Plaza Food Court. Concerts run from 6-9pm. Emmy-winning comedian Mark DeCarlo (Hugh Neutron, Sale of the Century) will be hosting trivia contests, cracking jokes, and giving away exciting prizes throughout the summer! Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the show.

2025 Lineup:

7/12: Rock the Boat (Yacht Rock)

7/19: Holgers Heroes (70s/80s Rock Classics)

7/26: Soul Jukebox & The Funky Divas (Motown, R&B, Funk)

8/2: Ticket to Ride (Beatles Tribute)

8/16: 2 For The Show (Hit Songs)

8/23: Double Header - (Two Bands - Classic Rock and Bryan Adams Tribute)

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About Event Organizer, The East Coast Pizza Company

Located in the heart of Simi Valley’s Civic Center Plaza, The East Coast Pizza Company is a family-owned restaurant serving up authentic, handcrafted pies in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Proud supporter of local events and community connections.

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

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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

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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

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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.