Skate Plaza at Berylwood Park in Simi Valley

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The Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District opened the Skate Plaza at Berylwood Park on Wednesday, August 12th, 2020.

Construction of the Skate Plaza began in February 2020 and was completed in early August. The 5,200 square foot Skate Plaza is constructed from pre-cast and case-in-place components and features ramps, low walls, benches, curbs, slide rails, jumps and quarter pipes. Additional park features include a new picnic structure, park benches, walkways, fencing and security lights.

The Skate Plaza was designed with all ages and skill levels in mind. Younger beginning skaters can learn and hone their skills, while advanced skaters can utilize the Skate Plazas more challenging features.

The Plaza is open daily from 8am to 8pm.

The Skate Plaza is located at 1955 Bridget Avenue in Simi Valley.

For more information, contact the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District at 805-584-4400 or visit www.rsrpd.org.

Photo courtesy Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District.

Photo courtesy Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District.

Skate Parks in Ventura

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Skateboard facilities can be found at Westpark Community Center (450 W. Harrison Avenue), Hobert Park (Telegraph Road between Petit and Cambria) and the campus of Pacific High School (Dean Drive and College). These facilities were designed for both the novice and advanced skater. Protective gear is required.  These facilities are all free of charge and open from dawn to dusk.  More information at www.cityofventura.net or by calling 805.654.4550.

Jeanette Airen Performing Arts Studio in Thousand Oaks

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Jeanette Airen Performing Arts Studio opened at 1850 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd, Unit B in Thousand Oaks in April 2015. The studio offers private and group classes in singing, piano, guitar, ukulele, bass, drums, acting and dancing for all ages, as well as mommy and me classes. Learn more at jeanetteairen.com.

The Lakes at Thousand Oaks

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The Lakes at Thousand Oaks is a 7 1/2 acre, 50,000 square foot development next to the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza where you can relax and enjoy park-like landscaping, two lakes with ducks and koi, fountains, waterfalls and a children's play area, while shopping at high-end stores and grabbing a bite.

Shopping and dining options at The Lakes includes California Pizza Kitchen, PF Chang’s, Sabor Cocina Mexicana, Lassens Natural Foods, Sunlife Organics, Kalologie Skincare, and BCBC Nail Spa.

There is a kids club that meets every Wednesday morning from March through November. And in mid-November through early January, The Lakes hosts a very popular outdoor ice skating rink. The kids always enjoy it here because there is a lot of room to run around, run across the bridge, around the lake, etc.

The little ones stay occupied at this play area at The Lakes at Thousand Oaks.

The little ones stay occupied at this play area at The Lakes at Thousand Oaks.

The Lakes is located at 2200 E. Thousand Oaks Boulevard. Visit www.shoplakes.com or call 805.497.9861 for more information.

Previous tenants at The Lakes include: 9021Pho (2016), Nate 'n Al Deli , Claim Jumper (now Lassen's), Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf (closed in 2011), Ben & Jerry's, Blizz Frozen Yogurt, Tommy Bahama and International Organic Treats, among others. Umami Burger closed in January 2020.

JCPenney Kids Zone at The Oaks Mall 2nd Saturday of Each Month

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JCPenney Kids Zone at The Oaks mall in Thousand Oaks takes place from 11 am to noon the 2nd Saturday of each month.

Feb 8: Create a Valentine’s Day Desk Box - Spread the love just in time for Valentine’s Day. The kiddos can create a special box for their valentines & create a card for their favorite teacher at the JCPenney Kids Zone on February 8th from 11am to 12pm. The FREE activity includes fun stickers to create a mermaid or shark themed valentines box with a matching card, a marker and much more!

www.shoptheoaksmall.com/Events

Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley

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The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley is a non-profit organization that provides time-tested programs offering leadership training, character development, fine arts, academic support, technology, health and fitness.

Clubs feature Learning Centers, Games Rooms, Computer Technology Centers, Fine Arts Rooms, Multi-Purpose Rooms, and Character and Leadership Centers. For grades 5 through 8.  Visit www.bgcconejo.org for more information. Also spring/summer camps for grades 1 to 12.

Local Clubs:

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley offers a variety of indoor spaces for rent for family events, fundraisers and meetings at the Sequoia, Colina and Los Cerritos clubs listed above. Contact individual clubs for more information about facility rentals.