The Healthy Place Nutrition Wellness Center in Thousand Oaks Opened in June

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A CVG friend who happened to be running down Moorpark Road last month alerted me to a new business at 540 North Moorpark Road (near the corner of Moorpark and Wilbur, to the left of LensCrafters), The Healthy Place. It took me awhile to make it over there, but today was the day.

I had just run a 10K in the heart of the San Fernando Valley on a day where the temperatures during the early morning race were in the 80s and by 11am it was well into the mid-90s. The 10K zapped all my energy and basically drained me. I was about to head home for a nap when I thought hey, now's the time to check out that new place!

Not knowing what I was getting into, I assumed it was something along the lines of a Jamba Juice. Order your smoothie, pay and be on your way. But soon I learned The Healthy Place is much more than that. Their 16 oz "healthy meal smoothies" are low sugar, low fat, low calorie, non dairy, high protein (25 grams or more), high fiber and available gluten or soy-free.

They say these smoothies made with Herb

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Village Trader Market and Deli Opens at The Village at Dos Vientos Ranch on August 9th

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VILLAGE TRADER MARKET AND DELI OPENS AT THE VILLAGE AT DOS VIENTOS


The Village Trader Market and Deli located in The Village at Dos Vientos Ranch retail and office complex  will open its doors on Thursday, August 9.  Hours will be 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Their phone is 805.499.7533.

The 6,400 square foot Village Trader Market and Deli is the first grocery store in Dos Vientos Ranch, a 2,400 home master planned community developed in the late 1990s.

Village Trader’s product offerings will include fresh meats and produce, national brands and daily needs, as well as gourmet, organic and local goods.   A  full-service deli will offer made to order sandwiches with premium Boar’s Head meats and cheeses, as well as other specialty foods and side dishes. The Village Trader also will feature its iconic “Beer Cave” offering a wide selection o

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There are Eight Subway Stores in Camarillo; Why Not Make It Nine?

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Originally posted in May...updated 7/7/12: I've discovered that the Subway on Daily Drive about a mile east of this new location has been closed. So it would appear that the number of Subway stores in Camarillo will remain at eight. Yes, news that makes you snooze...here on CVG.

At 389 Carmen Drive, Camarillo (in the Carmen Plaza...or perhaps better known at the Big Lots/Trader Joe's Plaza) there's a large "Subway Opening Soon" sign up. This spot was previously occupied by Polar Bears Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt and Yogreens. This would make 9 Subways in Camarillo. Previously a Quizno's was located in the adjacent space that is now occupied by GNC. Musical stores?

And next door I see a Sports Clips is coming, which will be the 2nd Sports Clips in Ventura County (the other one is in Newbury Park, on Wendy Drive near the Fresh & Easy).

Rock Nation School Opening New Location in Newbury Park This Month (Subsequently Closed)

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UPDATE: Rock Nation subsequently closed its doors.

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Rock Nation School is opening a new location at CVS/Trader Joe's strip mall at the corner of Reino and Borchard Roads in Newbury Park. This little strip mall is quite a bustling location with the Trader Joes, CVS, Newbury Park Athletic Club, 3 Amigos Mexican Grill, Cafe Topanga and other businesses.

With locations in Agoura Hills and Studio City, Rock Nation provides lessons, class, rehearsal studio and workshops to students of all ages looking to perform rock! Visit www.rocknationschool.com to learn more.

Great Clips Hair Salon Coming to Newbury Park on Saturday, June 2nd

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In what used to be Unicuts, a new Great Clips hair salon is opening next to the Starbucks at 421 S Reino Road in Newbury Park on Saturday, June 2nd.

A web search for more information turned up a Thousand Oaks Acorn article that indicated the new store will be offering $4.99 haircuts for the entire month of June! Nice! No appointments taken. Call 805.498.9222 for more information. Open 7 days per week. www.GreatClips.com

Grand Opening of Habitat for Humanity ReStore Outlet in Simi Valley on April 22

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Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County Opening Second ReStore in Simi Valley

On Sunday, April 22nd, Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County will be hosting the grand opening of its second Habitat ReStore, a Discount Home Improvement Center. This 19,000 sq. ft. retail outlet is located 1293-A E. Los Angeles Avenue in Simi Valley (corner of First Street; between RiteAid and 99¢ Only Store).  The ReStore will be open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm with grand opening activities running throughout the day.

The Habitat ReStore in Simi Valley – an ideal location for East County residents and businesses – will be open to the public six days a week for donations, shopping, and volunteer opportunities. The new store will provide new and used merchandise that is 100 percent donated – from furniture, appliances, and hardware to home goods and building materials.  

“Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County is thrilled to open a new Habitat ReStore in East Ventura County location,” said Stacy Swanson, Executive Director. “Our second ReStore in Simi Valley will enhance the sustainable funding stream already in place with our st

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Laker Girls Appear at the Newbury Park Arco Am Pm Grand Opening April 6-7

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For those of you who regularly check out Conejo Valley Guide, you know that our primary focus is covering events, activities and things to do in the Conejo Valley and Greater Ventura County area. As such, most of what you see on this site relates to the future, not the past, which is best covered by our great local newspapers.

However, sometimes we make exceptions, particularly here in the Local Buzz blog where we like to periodically report random goings on that we find interesting and/or amusing. Such was the case yesterday and today in Newbury Park, where we learned that the brand new Arco Am Pm at 2305 Borchard Road (at Michael) was hosting a grand opening celebration that, among other things, featured an appearance by THE LAKER GIRLS!

It's not every day that we get to see Laker Girls in our neck of the woods...in fact, this is the first and only time I can recall this happening in my nearly 20 years in the Conejo Valley. So given the significance I just HAD to stop by several times. Never have I seen so many SMILES at a gas station! Thanks to the owners of this station. Good times were had by all. :>

Grand Opening of SweetXO Candy, Frozen Yogurt and Bakeshop in Agoura on April 1st

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This sounds pretty interesting! SweetXO is a combination frozen yogurt bar, candy store, cupcake bakeshop and lifestyle/gift shop all in one location. SweetXO also has a "Coke FreeStyle fountain" where you can choose from over 120 flavors.

If you haven't seen the new Coke FreeStyle fountain, you're in for a real treat. Get your creative juices flowing with your choice of over 120 different flavors. You can choose from all major flavors and types of soda.

Grand opening on Sunday, April 1st at 5825 Kanan Road, Agoura Hills, at the corner of Kanan and Thousand Oaks Boulevard, next to Starbucks. This used to be a Blockbuster Video location.

More information at www.sweetxo.com or visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/SweetXOs.

New Gymboree Play & Music Location at The Oaks Mall Opened This Month

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Gymboree Play & Music has been fostering creativity and confidence in children ages 0-5 for over 30 years. Today there are over 550 locations in 30 countries. This month a new Gymboree location opened in the outdoor shops section of The Oaks mall. Looks really nice! This is the first Conejo Valley Gymboree P&M location since the Westlake Village location closed a few years ago.

CLICK HERE for more information about this location.

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