Kids' Swap Meet at Thousand Oaks Community Center on Saturday, April 12, 2025

The Conejo Recreation & Park District’s Kids' Swap Meet is back on Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 8:00am to 12:00 noon at the Thousand Oaks Community Center, 2525 N. Moorpark Rd. Thousand Oaks.

Kids can earn some money and become young entrepreneurs by selling toys, supplies and equipment they no longer need or use, during this family swap meet featuring local families as the vendors. Parents and kids can reserve an 8 x 8 spot to sell children's old toys, clothes, games, and furniture.

The Kids Swap Meet is a great shopping opportunity for parents, teachers, and day care professionals! Admission to shop at the Kids Swap Meet is always FREE.

For more information call (805) 381-2793.

Easter Sunrise Service at Pierce Brothers Westlake Village on Sunday, April 20, 2025

Easter sunrise services are offered to the general public by Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks-Griffin Memorial Park on April 20, 2025 beginning at 6:00 a.m. The service takes place in the parking lot of the main building at 5600 Lindero Canyon Road in Westlake Village. This is a nondenominational service and is sponsored by the Conejo Valley Interfaith Association.

There will be live music, light refreshments, and a beautiful dove release.

The Easter Sunrise Service is free and open to the public. For more information and directions, call Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks Memorial Park at (818) 889-0902.

Donations will be collected for the Community United Methodist Church of Pacific Palisades.

www.dignitymemorial.com/funeral-homes/california/westlake-village/pierce-brothers-valley-oaks-griffin-memorial-park-mortuary-crematory/4800

City of Agoura Hills Public Safety Day on Saturday, May 10, 2025

The City of Agoura Hills Department of Community Services hosts its annual Public Safety Day event on Saturday, May 10, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Fire Station #89, located at 29575 Canwood St. in Agoura Hills.

This event will feature demonstrations, helicopter flyover, CPR sessions, free hot dogs, kid zone and more.

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

Spring Into Summer Showcase at Community Center Park in Camarillo on Saturday, March 22, 2025

Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District presents Spring Into Summer Showcase at Community Center Park, 1605 E. Burnley St, Camarillo on Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 10am to 2pm. Free event to include community picnic, food trucks, live music, karoake, nonprofits, cornhole tournament, and more. Visit www.pvrpd.org/2025-03-22-spring-into-summer-showcase for more information.

2025 Oxnard Insect Festival at Plaza Park on Saturday, June 7th

The City of Oxnard Recreation and Community Services Division hosts its 5th Annual Oxnard Insect Festival at Plaza Park, 500 S. C Street on Saturday, June 7, 2025 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Experience the world of insects through educational exhibits and enriching experiences. There will also be insects to touch, insects to taste, photo opps, bounce houses, live music and more. Free admission.

More information at www.oxnardrecevents.com/insect-festival.html

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),

• Zach Borquez, Music Director, Oak Park High School (July 17),

• Anne Fruehling, retired middle school Music Director (July 24).     

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

camarillocommunityband.com

2025 Moorpark Field of Valor Event on Monday, May 26th

Moorpark Field of Valor Event

Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, 2025

Flag viewing 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Opening Ceremony 1 p.m.

Closing Ceremony 4 p.m.

Tierra Rejada Park

11900 Mountain Trail Street, Moorpark (located on the northeast corner of Tierra Rejada Rd. and Mountain Trail St., next to the Von’s shopping center)

FREE Admission

The Moorpark Field of Valor is a patriotic tribute honoring all Veterans and Active Duty Military personnel for their dedication and service to our nation, preserving our security, our independence, and our freedom. Flags will be proudly be displayed, each dedicated in honor of a friend or family member.

The proceeds from the Moorpark Morning Rotary’s Field of Valor event will go to various non-profit organizations that provide direct support to local veterans and the families of our deployed military.

A company or individual can sponsor or purchase flag(s) (3ft x 4ft) honoring a deceased veteran friend or family member.

The Moorpark Field of Valor event on Memorial Day will include color guards, bagpipes and a moving tribute to our community’s latest fallen hero. Throughout the event various guest speakers, concerts and singers will provide an exciting and magnificent tribute to our deceased veterans.

Bring the entire family along with your blanket, picnic basket, and personal tributes to this FREE event.

More information at moorparkmorningrotary.com/page/moorpark-field-of-valor

Ojai Art Center Presents Its 48th Annual Art in the Park Event on May 24-25, 2025

The Ojai Art Center hosts its 48th annual Art in the Park celebration on Memorial Day weekend, May 24th and 25th, 2025, from 10am to 5pm at Libbey Park in Downtown Ojai.

Art in the Park is an annual tradition started in 1977 by local artists at the Ojai Art Center to give artists a place to sell their work during Memorial Day weekend. Nestled amongst the oaks in beautiful Libbey Park, a natural setting is created to showcase the rich mixture of works in a variety of mediums. Art in the Park has enjoyed a long tradition of displaying quality art. Presented by the Ojai Art Center, the oldest non-profit art center in California, the festival attracts artists from near and far. The relaxed atmosphere and approachable artists draws crowds (between 3,000 – 5,000) from Ojai and neighboring communities.

The Ojai Art Center is the oldest multi-purpose nonprofit art center in California, has been providing a place for the arts and art-related activities for more than 80 years. Everyone is invited to browse, meet the artists, grab a bite and enjoy the weekend in Libbey Park. Free admission. For more information, visit www.ojaiartcenter.org/artinthepark.html.

39th Annual I Madonnari Italian Street Painting Festival at Santa Barbara Mission May 24-26, 2025

The I Madonnari Italian Street Painting Festival will be back over Memorial Day Weekend 2025, May 24-26. at the Old Mission Santa Barbara, 2100 Laguna Street. Festival hours are 10am to 6pm.

Madonnari, or street painters, transform the Santa Barbara Mission plaza each year over Memorial Day weekend using pastels on pavement to create over 100 vibrant and colorful, large scale images. The event is produced by the Children’s Creative Project.

There will also be live music and food available for purchase.

Pets are not allowed (other than service animals).

Learn more at www.imadonnarifestival.com.

3rd Annual Pollinator Palooza at Barranca Vista Park in Ventura on Saturday, May 17, 2025

The City of Ventura presents the 3rd Annual Pollinator Palooza family event at Barranca Vista Park, 7050 Ralston Street on Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 10am to 2pm. Event is free of charge.

Enjoy arts & crafts activities, learn about native plants & pollinators, explore educational booths, and more.

www.cityofventura.ca.gov/1723/Events