Barnes & Noble Book Reading of "The Boy From Mexico" (An Immigration Story of Bravery and Determination) in Thousand Oaks on Saturday, November 12th

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.

Simi Fall Festival & Carnival at the Simi Valley Town Center October 7 to 9, 2022

The Simi Fall Festival and Carnival is back at the Simi Valley Town Center on October 7 (5-11PM), October 8 (noon to 11PM) and October 9 (noon to 9pm). Free admission, free parking and free live music. There will also be a carnival, shopping, food and family entertainment.

Variety of carnival rides for all ages. Minimum height requirement 36 inches on many kiddie rides to ride alone. Other rides to include Ferris Wheel, Zipper, Yo Yo Swing Ride, Cliffhanger Fun House, Tea Cups, Super Slide and many more.

Rides require 3 to 8 tickets when purchased onsite. Save by purchasing 10 rides for $25 in advance, by Friday, October 7th at 5pm at kastl-amusements.ticketleap.com/sim-fall-festival--carnival/details

Malibu Cars and Coffee Event on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of Each Month

Malibu Cars and Coffee. Southern California's top car enthusiasts will enjoy a beautiful drive down the coast to meet at Malibu Bluffs Park, 24250 Pacific Coast Highway, from 7am to 9am.

Enjoy a cup of coffee at "Malibu Cars and Coffee" while admiring some of the world's finest automobiles at an unbeatable location with gorgeous views of Malibu's coastline. Cars will arrive and be available for viewing at 7 am. Visit www.malibucarsandcoffee.com for more information.

Inclement weather can cancel event.

2nd and 4th Sunday of the month.

Upcoming dates:  9/25 cancelled

Veteran's Day Commemoration Event at the Reagan Library on November 11, 2022

To honor the men and women who serve in the United States Armed Forces, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library will be hosting its annual Veterans Day Event on Friday, November 11. The day’s activities include live musical entertainment, a civil war encampment, a military vehicle display and a program honoring all branches of our military.

Live musical entertainment begins at 10:30 a.m. The program, which begins at 11:00 a.m., includes an honor guard, live music, and remarks by keynote speaker and US Army Veteran Brad Taylor. Brad Taylor served for 21 years, retiring as a Special Forces Lieutenant Colonel, with his final assignment as the Assistant Professor of Military Science at The Citadel in Charleston, SC. He is now a New York Times bestselling author of his Pike Logan series; with more than 15 installments and more than 3 million copies sold.

Following the program, Mr. Taylor will be signing copies of his latest book, End of Days.

Outdoor events and the program are free to attend; however, reservations are recommended to attend the program. For more information, and/or to reserve seats and pre-purchase books, please click here. Museum admission rates apply to visit the Reagan Museum and Air Force One Pavilion, including our special exhibit which opens on November 11, An American Christmas Story. Veterans with valid ID will receive free admission to the Museum on November 11. Active military members with valid ID are always free.

Upcoming Events at California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks

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60 W. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks

Event information and visitor policies are subject to change. Check callutheran.edu/events and callutheran.edu/visitors for updates.

Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival
Fridays through Sundays, July 1–Aug. 7
Kingsmen Park

The 25th anniversary of the debut of one of the region’s most popular outdoor theatrical events features the Kingsmen Shakespeare Company performing William Shakespeare’s “As You Like It” and “Macbeth.”

Festival grounds open at 5:30 p.m. for picnicking and entertainment before “As You Like It” and “Macbeth.” The grounds open at 6:30 p.m. prior to “Puke & Snot.”

“As You Like It”
Fridays through Sundays at 8 p.m., July 1-3, July 8-10, July 15-17

One of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, “As You Like It” delivers a wild romantic tale that plays with gender roles, politics and nature. Featuring one of the bard’s most iconic female characters and set in the magical Forest of Arden, the play is the perfect way to joyously return from our own exile to Shakespeare in Kingsmen Park.

Warren C. Bowles, who has decades of experience in Shakespearean and contemporary theater throughout the country, presents the play as the festival’s first Black director. He has spent many years working with Mixed Blood Theatre Company in Minneapolis as a director, actor, playwright, stage manager and fight choreographer. Mixed Blood uses theater to disrupt injustices, advance equity, build community and inspire people to create ripple effects of social change.

Rosalind, one of Shakespeare’s most iconic female characters, is played by Chloe Baldwin, a former festival apprentice who has appeared in regional productions and on film and television. Seta Wainiqolo, a Cal Lutheran alumnus and former festival intern and apprentice who studied at the David Geffen School of Drama at Yale, is the nobleman Jacques.

Puke & Snot
Special Benefit Performance
Friday, July 22, at 7:30 p.m.

Patrons can pay what they wish for this family-friendly benefit show. Puke & Snot, the longest-running two-man comedy act in U.S. renaissance festival history, is performing at the Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival for the first time. Mark Sieve and Joe Kudla first performed under the name Mouldy & Wart at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival in 1974. Renamed Puke & Snot the following year, the duo went on to perform at festivals, comedy clubs, colleges and companies throughout the U.S. and Canada. Nearly 50 years later, Sieve is still anchoring the act as Puke while Scott Jorgensen is in his fifth year as the third incarnation of Snot. Puke & Snot have released five CDs, two DVDs and a book.

“Macbeth”

Fridays through Sundays at 8 p.m., July 23-24, July 29-31, Aug 5-7 (Note that a previously scheduled performance on Friday, July 22, has been canceled.)

Such are the legends and superstitions surrounding Shakespeare’s most infamous tragedy that theater folks the world over avoid speaking the name of the play and its fascinating protagonist. “Macbeth” (aka The Scottish Play, Mackers, the Bard’s Play, etc.) will bring together sweeping battles, sardonic wit, occult mysteries and sublime poetry in a masterful tale of ruthless ambition — brought to life under the stars for Kingsmen’s 25th season.

The Kingsmen Shakespeare Company is the professional theater company of Cal Lutheran. The nonprofit organization coordinates apprentice programs for professional and aspiring Shakespearean actors, an educational tour for local schools, and summer theater camps for youth.

General admission for “As You Like It” and “Macbeth” is $25 for adults, $20 for seniors 62 and over and active military, $15 for students 18 and over with ID, and free for those 17 and younger. Reserved lawn boxes are $90 to $110. A lawn box accommodates four to six, and only one ticket is required per box. Online ticketing is available for both lawn boxes and general admission.

Patrons can pay whatever they wish for the “Puke & Snot” benefit performance.

Parking is available in the lot off Mountclef Boulevard just south of Olsen Road. For information, visit kingsmenshakespeare.org or call 805-493-3452.

July 4th Celebration at Bethany Church on the Hill in Thousand Oaks

Join the 4th of July fun and see the best panoramic view of Conejo Valley's Independence Day fireworks on Monday, July 4, 2022 at Bethany Church on the Hill in Thousand Oaks. Games for kids, food and fun.

Questions? Call (805) 495-7029 or visit www.bethanyto.org

Location: 200 W. Bethany Court, Thousand Oaks

2022 Fairy Tales in the Park Throughout Ventura County in May through September (2022 WAS FINAL SEASON)

NOTE: THE 27TH SEASON IN 2022 WAS THE FINAL SEASON OF THIS FUN LOCAL EVENT. BEST WISHES TO THE ORGANIZERS IN THEIR FUTURE ENDEAVORS.

Fairy Tales in the Park is a series of free, live theatrical performances geared towards children ages 3 to 10. John and Roxanne Diesel co-founded Gypsies in a Trunk, an all-volunteer troupe of actors performing free fairy tales for the young and young at heart. The troupe’s love of children’s theatre has led them to perform every May through September since 1995 throughout Ventura County.

The troupe's goal is to create an environment where families can introduce live theatre to their children in a casual setting at the right price – free! All Fairy Tales in the Park performances are held outdoors in a variety of venues and is always free of charge, though the players pass the hat to help cover costuming and travel costs, donations are always voluntary.

Most venues do not have shade, so sunscreen and hats are appropriate. Bring water, juice, snacks, picnics. Blankets and low-slung chairs are recommended. Please leave doggies at home (not that they don't love them). The shows are designed to run approximately 45 minutes, which coincides with the attention span of the target age group, 3-10 year olds.

2022 LINEUP

MAY - Snow White in Neverland

JUNE - Zorro Meets Merida

JULY - The Princess & The Pirate

AUGUST - The Adventures of Hansel & Gretel

SEPTEMBER - The Hunchback of Notre Dame

LOCATIONS

Simi Valley (Shows at 4pm): Rancho Simi Community Park Amphitheatre, 1765 Royal Ave 

• 5/7: Snow White in Neverland

• 6/4: Zorro Meets Merida

• 7/2: The Princess & The Pirate

• 8/6: The Adventures of Hansel & Gretel

• 9/3: The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Westlake Village (Shows at 11:30am): Foxfield Park, 31965 Foxfield Dr. (Lakeview Canyon & Lindero)

• 5/7: Snow White in Neverland

• 6/4; Zorro Meets Merida

• 7/2: The Princess & The Pirate

• 8/6: The Adventures of Hansel & Gretel

• 9/3: The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Camarillo (Shows at 11:30am): Valle Lindo Park, 889 Aileen St

• 5/14: Snow White in Neverland

• 6/11: Zorro Meets Merida

• 7/9: The Princess & The Pirate

• 8/13: The Adventures of Hansel & Gretel

• 9/10: The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Ventura (Shows at 4pm): Barranca Vista Park, 7050 Ralston. (Johnson & Ralston)

• 5/14: Snow White in Neverland

• 6/11: Zorro Meets Merida

• 7/9: The Princess & The Pirate

• 8/13; The Adventures of Hansel & Gretel

• 9/10: The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Channel Islands Harbor (Shows at 2pm): Harbor View Park (Between Marine Emporium Landing & Port Royal Restaurant, near 3600 Harbor Blvd) 

• 5/8: Snow White in Neverland

• 6/5: Zorro Meets Merida

• 7/3: The Princess & The Pirate

• 8/7: The Adventures of Hansel & Gretel

• 9/4: The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Visit www.fairytalesinthepark.com for more information.

Annual Chanukah Family Celebration at Simi Valley Town Center on Sunday, November 28, 2021

The annual Chanukah Celebration at the Simi Valley Town Center will take place from 3:30pm to 5pm on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Center Court.

There will be fun and activities (balloon artist and crafts, etc...) from 3:30-5:00 including the lighting of a giant Menorah.

Admission is free and open to the public.

For more information, call (805) 577-0573 or go to chabadsimi.org/chanukah.

City of Fillmore Winter Fest Event at Central Park on Saturday, December 4, 2021

The City of Fillmore presents “Winter Fest” from 9am to 2pm on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Central Park, 250 Central Avenue.

Event includes Lions Club Parade, food trucks, holiday boutique shopping, carolers and more.

Additional details and updates at www.fillmoreca.com/departments/parks-and-recreation-department/events.

Santa's Stroll Down Candy Cane Lane at Fillmore City Hall on Friday, December 10th

The City of Fillmore Recreation Department is hosting Santa’s Stroll Down Candy Cane Lane event on Friday, December 10, 2021 from 5-9PM at Fillmore City Hall, 250 Central Avenue.

Food trucks, holiday boutique shopping, FREE pictures with Santa! + your last chance to donate towards the Fillmore City Fire Department collection of brand new toys & coats for the youth of Fillmore that are in need.

www.fillmoreca.com/departments/parks-and-recreation-department/events