Calabasas Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 12, 2025

The City of Calabasas Earth Day Celebration/Green Expo will take place on Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm at the Las Virgenes Creek site, south of Agoura Rd. in Calabasas. The festival is free of charge and the Calabasas Earth Day event will vendors, giveaways, kids’ events, and more.

Calabasas Earth Day/Green Expo was created to be a day of education, celebration, and action for the natural world in which we live. On April 22, 1970, Earth Day marked the beginning of the modern environmental movement. Calabasas Earth Day/Green Expo sets a clear example for people and businesses how simple lifestyle changes can make a difference.

Learn more at www.cityofcalabasas.com/government/public-works/environmental-igr-division/earth-day-celebration-green-expo..

28th Annual Neal Taylor Nature Center Fishing Derby at Cachuma Lake on April 26-27, 2025

The 28th Annual Neal Taylor Nature Center Fishing Derby at Cachuma Lake begins at 6 am on April 26 until noon on April 27, 2025.

This year’s fishing derby will include prize categories for multiple types of fish such as crappie, catfish, trout, bass, sunfish and carp. The prize pool dollar amount has been increased this year which means everyone has a chance to win great cash prizes, fishing gear, and more!

Visit www.troutderby.org for more information and to register.

Presidents' Day Celebration at the Reagan Library on Monday, February 17, 2025

Celebrate our Founding Fathers during the Reagan Library’s 31st Annual Presidents’ Day Celebration at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum on Monday, February 17th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

This family-friendly event features interactive activities, crafts, live musical performances, and special appearances by presidential and first lady look-alikes. Highlights include performances by the Justin Honsinger band and the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Concert Band.

Presidents' Day activities are free to the public. Regular Museum admission rates apply to view the Ronald Reagan Presidential Museum and the spectacular Air Force One Pavilion. For more information, please call 805-577-4057. www.reaganfoundation.org

Senior Concerns Ultimate Dining Experience at Hyatt Regency Westlake on March 15, 2025

Senior Concerns is pleased to announce its 50th Anniversary Ultimate Dining Experience on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Westlake. Program to include honoring legacy families and organizations, special performances, tastings under the tent, dinner and dancing in the ballroom, and a glimpse into the future.

To learn more and reserve your seats, please visit www.seniorconcerns.org/ultimate-dining. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.

Underwater Parks Day Festival at Sea Center in Santa Barbara on Saturday, January 18, 2025

The Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center located on Stearns Wharf is offering free admission to its Underwater Parks Day Festival on Saturday, January 18, 2025 from 10:00 AM–5:00 PM thanks to support from the Moeller Lab at UC Santa Barbara.

The Underwater Parks Day Festival celebrates Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), or “underwater parks,” that preserve the biodiversity and abundance of ocean life in our coastal waters. Some of the most nutrient rich waters on the planet are located in the Santa Barbara and Channel Islands region. These waters support abundant marine life found in kelp forests, tide pools, and rocky intertidal reef habitats. MPAs restrict fishing and the overharvesting of these incredibly diverse marine ecosystems to promote stable species populations and recreational use for future generations of visitors.

Underwater Parks Day is celebrated in unison with many aquariums and science centers in Southern California.

The Sea Center is located at 211 Stearns Wharf and is open daily from 10:00 AM–5:00 PM. For more information, visit sbnature.org or call 805-962-2526.

About the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

Located on historic Stearns Wharf, this highly interactive regional aquarium and marine education facility offers guests close encounters with marine animals, and exploration of the Santa Barbara Channel on the Wet Deck. In addition to permanent exhibits, the Sea Center hosts unique events and special educational programming, including Underwater Parks Day and World Oceans Day.

Menorah Lighting and Chanukah Celebration at The Calabasas Civic Center on Monday, December 30, 2024

The Commons at Calabasas will host its annual Menorah Lighting Celebration with Calabasas Shul on December 30, 2024 at 6:30pm adjacent to The Commons at the Calabasas Civic Center Plaza, 100 Civic Center Way.

The evening will consist of live musical entertainment, family-friendly activities, Chanukah treats and the lighting of the menorah, concluding with a dazzling fireworks show. The event is free and open to the public.

Chanukah Celebration in Newbury Park on Thursday, December 26, 2024

Chabad of Newbury Park's annual Chanukah Celebration will take place on Thursday, December 26, at The Village at Dos Vientos, 350 Via Las Brisas, Newbury Park, from 5:00- 6:30 p.m.

The event will feature the carving and lighting of a 6 foot ice menorah, snow for the kids, live musical performance, latkes and donuts, Chanukah crafts, and the great gelt drop.Free admission, all are welcome. For more information, visit chabadnewburypark.org

48th Conejo Gem & Mineral Club "Pageant of a Thousand Gems" on April 12-13, 2025

The Conejo Gem & Mineral Club presents its 48th Annual Pageant of a Thousand Gems on Saturday and Sunday, April 12-13, 2025 from 10am to 5pm (Sat) and 10am to 4pm (Sun) at the Borchard Community Center, 190 Reino Road, Newbury Park. Admission and parking are FREE!

The show will serve up lots of fun for all ages! There are many different aspects of earth science from minerals to fossils to rocks. Vendors will be selling jewelry, minerals, gems and fossils with world-wide specimens and unique one-of-a-kind pieces.

Fun for all ages with exhibits and sales of gems, jewelry, rocks, minerals and fossils. Special youth activities. Lapidary and jewelry making demonstrations. Silent auction, door prizes, and plant sale.

CGMC is a non-profit educational organization encouraging interests in rocks, minerals, fossils, field trips, earth science education and the lapidary arts.

More information at www.cgamc.org.

Ventura County's 39th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration on January 20, 2025

The 39th Annual Ventura County Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration is Monday, January 20, 2025.

The event starts at 8 a.m. with a gathering at Plaza Park, 500 South C Street in Downtown Oxnard, followed by a "Freedom March" to the Oxnard Performing Arts Center (OPAC), 800 Hobson Way.

Then at the OPAC is the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Observance program that starts at 9am, featuring keynote speaker, James Joyce III, Founder of Coffee with a Black Guy. $10 admission includes refreshments. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online at www.mlkventuracounty.com.

Inaugural Conejo Valley Comedy Festival Planned for February 21 and 22, 2025

The Conejo Valley Comedy Festival announce its first-ever event, set to bring two days packed with comedy, connection, and community to the Conejo Valley. This unique festival, designed for comedy fans of all ages, will take place on Friday, Feb 21st and will run through Saturday, Feb 22nd, 2025. It promises something for everyone—whether you’re enjoying a day out with the family or looking for an evening of laughter with friends.

Festival Overview

Friday, Feb 21st: Tarantula Hill Brewing Company

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Kick off the festivities at Tarantula Hill Brewing in Thousand Oaks, where comedy takes center stage. Enjoy a dynamic showcase of stand-up comedians, improv teams, and sketch performers in a vibrant, lively setting. Grab a drink, soak in the laughs, and set the tone for a weekend of non-stop entertainment.

Saturday, February 22nd: Conejo Players Theater

10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

● Daytime (10 AM - 2 PM): Comedy for All Ages Start the day with family-friendly fun! From interactive workshops to performances tailored for kids and adults alike, this session is all about inclusive laughter. Bring the whole family and explore the joy of comedy together.

● Main Event (2 PM - 10 PM): Headliners and Spotlight Acts The heart of the festival unfolds in the afternoon and evening. Experience the best of stand-up, improv, and curated performances from top-tier talent. From emerging stars to seasoned headliners, the Main Event delivers comedy’s finest straight to the Conejo Valley.

Who’s Invited?

● Families (10 AM - 2 PM): Bring the kids for a morning of hands-on comedy activities, kid-friendly shows, and a unique experience for all ages.

● Comedy Fans & Adults (2 PM - 10 PM): As the afternoon turns to evening, the event focuses on adult-oriented comedy, perfect for date nights or outings with friends, providing laughs well into the night.

Festival Highlights

● Local Talent Showcase: Discover up-and-coming comedians from the Conejo Valley area as they bring their unique styles to the stage.

● Interactive Comedy Workshops: Dive into the world of comedy with workshops that bring audiences and performers together in a hands-on experience.

● Diverse Comedy Styles: Experience everything from stand-up to sketch and improv, showcasing a wide range of comedic expression.

● Community Spirit: Join friends, neighbors, and fellow comedy lovers in a day dedicated to connection and laughter.

Our Mission

The Conejo Valley Comedy Festival is more than just a comedy event; it’s a celebration of community through the joy of laughter. With activities for all ages, this event fosters local connections, showcases regional talent, and provides a space where everyone can come together to share in a positive, joy-filled experience.

About

The Conejo Valley Comedy Festival is a community-centered event with a simple mission: to bring people together through the universal power of comedy. From family-friendly shows in the morning to adult-centered acts in the evening, this festival offers a diverse array of entertainment for everyone in the Conejo Valley.

Join us for the First Annual Conejo Valley Comedy Festival—a day of laughter, connection, and community. Let’s make it a day to remember!

Learn more at www.conejovalleycomedyfest.com or on Instagram at www.instagram.com/conejovalleycomedyfest