Events in and around Ventura County and surrounding areas, including Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village, Newbury Park, Agoura Hills, Calabasas, Malibu, Simi Valley, Moorpark, Somis, Fillmore, Santa Paula, Ojai, Camarillo, Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Barbara and Port Hueneme.
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Conejo Valley Cars and Coffee meets every first and third Saturday of the month from 7am to 10am at the Firestone Auto Center, The Oaks Mall, 598 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks.
The general public and car aficionados are welcome to enjoy classics, muscle cars and exotics.
Upcoming Dates: February 4th
Learn more at www.cvcarsandcoffee.com.
The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, will be joined by the U.S. Air Force Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, as co-headliners for the 2023 Point Mugu Air Show March 18-19, at Naval Base Ventura County (NBVC), 311 Main Road, Point Mugu.
For 77 years, the Blue Angels have showcased the teamwork and professionalism of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps through flight demonstrations and community outreach while inspiring a culture of excellence and service to country for nearly 500 million fans. The Blues showcase the mainstay of modern Naval air power operating off U.S. aircraft carriers, the combat-proven F/A-18 Super Hornet, along with the Marine Corps' premiere logistics support aircraft, the C-130J.
The Thunderbirds perform for people all around the world to display the pride, precision, and professionalism the U.S. Air Force represents. Through air shows and flyovers, they aim to excite and inspire. In addition to showcasing the elite skills all pilots must possess, the Thunderbirds demonstrate the incredible capabilities of the Air Force’s premier multi-role fighter jet, the F-16 Fighting Falcon.
The Point Mugu Air Show will be the third time America’s premiere demonstration squadrons have performed at the same public event, and the first time at Point Mugu.
The Point Mugu Air Show, Ventura County’s largest public event, is open to the public on March 18, 19, 2023. Gates open at 8 a.m. daily. Honors/national anthem at 10 a.m. Performances begin at noon.
Parking, admission, and blanket seating are free. Upgraded preferred seating options will be available.
NBVC is a strategically located Navy installation composed of three operating facilities: Point Mugu, Port Hueneme and San Nicolas Island. NBVC is the home of the Pacific Seabees, West Coast E-2D Hawkeyes, 3 warfare centers and 80 tenants.
To learn more, visit www.pointmuguairshow.com.
EVENT CANCELLED
Strathearn Historical Park will transform itself into a small town in rural America in the 1860’s for the 11th Annual Civil War Days Encampment on Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 10am-4pm and Sunday, April 2, 2023 from 10am-3pm.
Step back to another place and time, when President Lincoln could take a break from his Washington duties to give a speech on the steps of our Strathearn House. Here, costumed civilians, as well as soldiers from the north and south stand ready in their camps, eager to tell their stories to the passing visitors. Sergeants drill groups of local boys and girls curious to experience military life. Skirmishes, as well as artillery, infantry and cavalry demonstrations will take place throughout the weekend.
Highlights include:
President Lincoln delivers his Gettysburg Address
General Ulysses S. Grant & General Robert E. Lee reenact the Surrender at Appomattox
Kids wanted as recruits – come early & enlist; interview a soldier
Food for sale from local food vendors
Experience Authentic Artillery & Infantry Demonstrations
Enjoy a 1860s Women’s Clothing Demonstration
Tour historic Simi houses & buildings
Historical Demonstrations: Civilian Encampment, School Room, Newspapers, Apothecary & more
Meet Harriet Tubman and listen as she shares her experiences on the Underground Railroad
Music daily performed by Orange Town Revival, Mountain Fife and Drums and Camp Carleton
Advance Adult Tickets: TBA
Tickets at the Gate: TBA ages 13 and up; TBA ages 5 to 12 and free to 4 and under.
Strathearn Historical Park & Museum is located at 137 Strathearn Place, Simi Valley. Information: (805) 526-6453, www.simihistory.com
The Paramount Ranch Trail Runs Marathon, 50K, 30K, Half Marathon and 10K take place on Saturday, December 17, 2022. The start time for all races is 6:30 am.
Course is one loop for 10K, two loops for half marathon, three loops for 30K, four loops for marathon and 5 loops for the 50K.
Learn more and sign up at paramountranchtrailruns.com.
On Saturday, December 10 and Saturday, December 17 from noon to 4pm, Malibu Country Mart is hosting two days of celebrations. During both events, visitors can take photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus, visit with live reindeer, listen to carolers, write letters to Santa and drop them off in our North Pole-bound mailbox and enjoy winter-ready treats, including s'mores and hot cocoa. All activities are free to experience.
Malibu Country Mart celebrates the holiday season throughout December by transforming the seaside shopping and dining destination into a winter wonderland. Trimmed with festive holiday décor, the shopping destination features a beautifully decorated Christmas tree, a light-up menorah for Hanukkah and twinkling lights.
Malibu Country Mart is located at 3825 Cross Creek Road.
The public is invited to experience what the holidays were like in late 19th century Ventura with a free Holiday Candlelight Tour of the City of Ventura’s historic Olivas Adobe, located at 4200 Olivas Park Drive – on Sunday, December 11, 2022. Tours take place from 5:30-7:30PM.
Tours are free, however, registration is required and space is filling fast. Call 805-658-4726 to make your reservation.
The Olivas Adobe Historical Interpreters, in historical costumes, will take you on a tour through the house, decorated in different holiday traditions, while performing historical skits.
www.cityofventura.ca.gov/1935/Events-at-the-Olivas-Adobe-Historical-Pa
Ventura County Ballet Company will perform Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker at the Rancho Campana Performing Arts Center in Camarillo at 2pm and 7pm on December 3rd, 3pm on December 10th and 1pm and 5pm on December 11th.
Tickets at www.venturacountyballet.com.
On November 20th, Walk 3to9 is asking our walkers, crewmembers, survivors and sponsors from around the country to join us in-person OR virtually as we walk, run, hike, or bike to help end breast cancer! As a participant you'll receive a Walk 3to9 bundle, which includes a limited-edition bandana, swag bag, custom walker bib, and social media toolkit to help you share your experience with the Walk 3to9 online community. Together we’re committed to reach our fundraising goal of $50,000 because even with all of the changes happening over the last two years, one thing is certain – Walk 3to9 is ready to join the fight and make a difference.
Location: Memorial Field at California Lutheran University, Thousand Oaks. Event starts at 8 a.m. Register at www.walk3to9.org.
Agoura High School Music Boosters presents the 6th Annual Rhythm & Chews Music Festival in the Agoura High School Main Quad from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, October 22, 2022. The address is 28545 W. Driver Avenue. Event to include performances by Agoura High, Calabasas High, Lindero Canyon Middle School, A.E. Wright Middle School and A.C. Stelle Middle School jazz bands, activities and food available for sale. Tickets $15 at the event. www.agourahighmusic.com
Edward Dennis is a Chicano Author/Illustrator who is proud to be reading his debut Children's book at Barnes & Noble in Thousand Oaks with a reading of “The Boy From Mexico.” Edward has worked 10 years as a Special & Gifted Education teacher in inner city Phoenix. He was often asked about immigration from his students. His students were either immigrants themselves, 1st or 2nd generation or even 3rd generation like Edward himself. He never had a good answer to their questions because of how complex the topic is.
Edward sought to change this by creating his own book, something that could break down such a complex issue for children. Edward has worked with numerous companies such as Giant Bicycle group, Disney, Toyota USA, Shimano to name a few. One of his goals, is to get more Latinx children into the arts.
Schedule of events
11:00 AM PST: Event will start with a panel discussion between Edward and several special guests, hosted by media.
11:20 AM: Edward will read his book aloud in store and answer any questions.
11:35 AM: An art lesson for the children in attendance. Paper and drawing materials will be provided at the event.
11:50 AM: Book signing immediately following read aloud.
Location: Barnes & Noble at The Promenade at Westlake, 160 S Westlake Blvd, Thousand Oaks
Learn more about the book and the author at www.theboyfrommexico.com.
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