Many Mansions "Bowls of Hope" Event at the Hyatt Westlake Village on Sunday, March 24, 2024

Bowls of Hope aims to raise awareness for the need for affordable housing in our community, and to funds for Many Mansions’ programs that serve the formerly homeless, veterans, seniors, and families of very low income.

Designed to represent a soup kitchen, attendees select a bowl handcrafted by community members and enjoy delicious and comforting food, in community. Experience meaningful & fun family activities: an informative exhibition on the homelessness issue, affordable housing, and Many Mansions; an opportunity to take action and be part of the solution; crafts, games, a raffle, silent auction, and more!

Learn more and buy tickets at www.eventbrite.com/e/bowls-of-hope-2022-tickets-255503667347

2024 Westlake Village Pancreatic Cancer Research Walk/Run 10K/5K on Saturday, March 23rd

The Westlake Village Pancreatic Cancer Research Walk/Run 10k/5k will take place on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at Westlake Village City Hall. Opening ceremony at 8:30 a.m., 5k/10k start at 8:45 a.m. and kids’ fun run starts at 10:30 a.m.

Family-friendly community expo with food and drinks, live music, and kids corner.

Register at hope.lustgarten.org/event/westlake-village/home

The Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research--100% of proceeds go directly to research.

2024 Rolling For Pink Bunko Tournament in Camarillo on Saturday, June 8th

Rolling for Pink is a non-profit organization that raises funds for BREAST CANCER RESEARCH.

This year will be the 14th Annual Rolling for Pink (RFP) Bunko Tournament! The event is a unique, fun, high-energy way to support the loved ones in our lives that are affected by this terrible disease. In addition to the bunko tournament, all guests at the event receive a goody bag, food and drinks. Must be 21 and over to attend. Tickets go on sale May 6 at rollingforpink.org.

Location: Exact location in the Santa Rosa Valley to be disclosed after registration.

36th Annual Senior Concerns Ultimate Dining Experience at Hyatt Westlake on March 23, 2024

Senior Concerns is pleased to announce the 36th Annual Ultimate Dining Experience on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Westlake. Building on the exuberant spirit that has made Ultimate Dining an annual highlight, this year’s theme is A Night at the Moulin Rouge! As guests arrive, they will be invited to enjoy a signature cocktail, browse the silent and wine auctions, and sample delightful food and wine pairings from celebrated local restaurants, breweries and wineries. The evening’s festivities will continue with a gourmet three-course dinner and a high-spirited live auction.

A highlight of the event will be the presentation of Senior Concerns’ 2024 Philanthropist of the Year. Senior Concerns’ Board of Directors has chosen to honor Sherwood Cares, the charitable foundation of the Sherwood Country Club. Founded in 2013, Sherwood Cares provides tremendous support to local community nonprofits. Senior Concerns has been honored to receive consistent grant funding from Sherwood Cares every year since its inception.

“The support we receive from Sherwood Cares has made a tremendous impact and has helped enable Senior Concerns to serve a growing senior population here in the Conejo Valley,” says Andrea Gallagher, President of Senior Concerns.

Reservations are required to attend Ultimate Dining. To learn more and reserve your seats, please visit www.seniorconcerns.org/ultimate-dining. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Any questions about event reservations or to learn more about sponsorship, please contact Janet Young, Director of Development, at 805-497-0189 or via email at jyoung@seniorconcerns.org.

Inaugural Wild Oaks Country Music Festival in Thousand Oaks on Saturday, June 3rd

The first annual Wild Oaks Country Music Festival will take place Saturday, June 3 in Thousand Oaks and will feature some of Nashville’s favorite country artists.

Performers set to appear include country chart-topping Craig Morgan, Grammy-nominated CAM, and local favorites Justin Honsinger and Chris Johnson and the Hollywood Hillbillies (straight from the Cowboy Palace in Chatsworth).

The festival also features line dancing and lessons, a live DJ, food trucks, kids’ activities, Hot Summer Night People’s Choice Best Hot Sauce tastings and over 75 vendors and booths.

Event takes place from noon to 7 p.m. at Conejo Creek Park South, 1300 E. Janss Road.

Presented by the Rotary Club of Westlake Village, all net proceeds go to local nonprofit groups.

A limited number of VIP tickets that include shaded seating next to the stage, private restrooms and food and drink tickets are $225. Kids under 12 are free. Festival hours are noon to 7:00 p.m. Free onsite parking. To purchase tickets go to www.WildOakscmf.com.

For more information: obmhsn@gmail.com, 805-701-7248. Follow Wild Oaks Country Music Festival on Facebook. 

SoCal Ride & Rally to Defeat ALS in Newbury Park on Saturday, May 6, 2023

The 7th annual SoCal Ride and Rally to Defeat ALS is a one-day community event designed to appeal to every level of cyclist, hiker, walker and supporter of The Golden West Chapter of The ALS Association. It's all happening on May 6 at Dos Vientos Community Park from 7:30am to 2pm. This fundraiser helps support members of the local community who are impacted by ALS Disease.

Cyclists can take the 40-mile or 25-mile route with a lovely rest stop at the Elks Lodge in Thousand Oaks. Hikers have a 6-mile outing on the Powerline Trail. A wheelchair-friendly Family Walk of .7 miles around the park will also be available. Registration fees start at $20 for the Family Walk, $35 for the hike and $55 for bike riders. Fees increase on April 1.

Coffee, bagels and fresh fruit are provided at the start of the activities. Upon crossing the finish line participants partake of a delicious lunch, live music, and refreshing beverages.

Register or donate at https://secure.alsagoldenwest.org/site/TR?pg=informational&fr_id=1140&type=fr_informational&sid=1021

Walk 3to9 5th Annual Walk for Breast Cancer Research in Thousand Oaks on November 20, 2022

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.

6th Annual Agoura High School Music Boosters "Rhythm & Chews" Music Festival on October 22, 2022

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

Crawl-o-Ween Bar Crawl in Downtown Ventura on October 23 Benefitting Three Local Nonprofits

Boos, bars and beneficiaries! Come celebrate Halloween on this fun bar crawl in Downtown Ventura benefitting three non-profits.

Join NextGen Rotary on Sunday, October 23rd for a Halloween-themed bar crawl down Main Street in Downtown Ventura. Purchase of the Crawl-O-Ween Passport includes 1 specialty drink at 5 different bars/restaurants. Tickets are $55.

This is the ONLY Halloween Bar Crawl in Downtown Ventura that benefits nonprofits and includes drinks!

The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

To register before this event sells out, visit www.eventbrite.com/e/crawl-o-ween-2022-tickets-403543849517 or email hello@nextgenrotary.com for more information.

Email: hello@nextgenrotary.com

Costumes are optional but HIGHLY encouraged. A contest will be held at 2:30pm at Winchesters with prizes awarded for "best individual costume" and "best duo costume".

Proceeds go to the Surfrider Foundation, Food Share and NextGen Rotary.

Attendees must be 21 or over. Drink responsibly.

All sales are final. No refunds.

Please bring valid ID and cash to tip all the amazing servers!!

Participating Bars & Restaurants

• Ventura Coast Brewing Company

• Winchesters

• The Six Social House

• The Blue Agave

• D argans Irish Pub

• VIP Location: The Twist

"Let's Walk" Community Walk in Ojai on Saturday, October 29, 2022

The Ojai Valley Community Hospital Foundation is hosting “Let’s Walk” community walk on Saturday, October 29th in an effort to promote a healthy lifestyle. Bring your family and walk the bike path from Ojai Valley Hospital to Downtown Ojai. Return to the hospital for snacks, prizes and socializing. Free of charge. Pets on leash are welcome. Registration open at 8 a.m. Walk begins at 8:30 a.m. More info at www.octoberclassic.org.