Flashlight Egg Hunt at Multiple Park Locations in Thousand Oaks on Friday, March 22, 2024

The Conejo Rec & Park District Flashlight Egg Hunt will take place at multiple neighborhood park locations in the Conejo Valley on Friday, March 22, 2024 from 6:30-8:30pm at:

• Old Meadows Park - 1600 Marview Drive, Thousand Oaks

• Oakbrook Neighborhood Park - 2080 Erbes Rd. Thousand Oaks

• Kimber Park, 3295 Bear Creek Drive, Newbury Park

• Paige Lane Park - 901 Paige Lane, Thousand Oaks

• Banyan Park - 3605 Erinlea Avenue, Thousand Oaks

• Wildwood Neighborhood Park - 650 W. Avenida de los Arboles, Thousand Oaks

• Triunfo Park - 980 Aramoor Avenue, Thousand Oaks

• Del Prado Park - 402 Calle del Prado, Thousand Oaks

• Peppertree Playfield - 3720 Old Conejo Road, Newbury Park

This event is FREE and open to all!

Participants will get to hunt for 10 eggs and turn in for a prize. Don't forget to bring your flashlights and baskets! See you there!

For more information, call 805-381-2791 or email boc@crpd.org.

www.crpd.org/events/flashlight-egg-hunt

Egg Scramble at Rancho Santa Susana Community Park in Simi Valley on March 30, 2024

EVENT CANCELLED ON 3/28 DUE TO IMMINENT RAIN IN FORECAST

Celebrate the eggcitement of the coming of spring at the Egg Scramble for ages 10 and under on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at Rancho Santa Susana Community Park, 5005 Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley starting at 9 a.m. Bring your cameras for Easter Bunny photos between 8:15-9 and 9:15-9:45 Call 805.584.4456 for more information. Free admission. Rain cancels the event. www.rsrpd.org

Bring your own basket! And a canned good or non-perishable food donation for the Samaritan Center.

Additionally, there will be an Inclusive Egg Scramble from 4-5:30pm on Friday, March 29th at the Rancho Santa Susana Community Center. Learn more and pre-register at www.rsrpd.org/recreation/events/spring_(march_-_may)/sv_egg_scramble.php

27th Annual Neal Taylor Nature Center Fishing Derby at Cachuma Lake on April 20-21, 2024

The 27th Annual Neal Taylor Nature Center Fishing Derby at Cachuma Lake begins at 6 am on April 20 until noon on April 21, 2024.

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 19, 2024

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 19th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

This celebration includes fun for the whole family, including crafts, musical entertainment, storytelling, and presidential and first lady look-alikes. Take advantage of the spectacular performance by the Doo-Wah Riders and Los Angeles Police 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 805-577-2977. www.reaganfoundation.org

Underwater Parks Day Festival at Sea Center in Santa Barbara on Saturday, January 20, 2024

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 20, 2024 from 10:00 AM–3:00 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.

Halloween Trick or Treating at The Oaks Mall on Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Join The Oaks mall for a special Trick or Treat night on October 31 from 4pm to 6pm. Look for special treat stations throughout the center. Trunk or Treat with police vehicles, take pics and collect candy and treats throughout the center at special treat stations.

• Thousand Oaks Fire Department

• Thousand Oaks Police Department

• Conejo Recreation and Park District

• Conejo Schools Foundation

• The Oaks

• Boy Scouts of Ventura County

• More to To Be Determined

All costumes must be family friendly. No costume masks allowed.

Retailers and restaurant trick or treat opportunities may vary. 

www.shoptheoaksmall.com/Events/Details/571588

Free Family Holiday Events at Malibu Country Mart on Saturdays, December 10, 17, 2022

On Saturday, December 10 and Saturday, December 17 from noon to 4pm, Malibu Country Mart is hosting two days of celebrations. During both events, visitors can take photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus, visit with live reindeer, listen to carolers, write letters to Santa and drop them off in our North Pole-bound mailbox and enjoy winter-ready treats, including s'mores and hot cocoa. All activities are free to experience.

Malibu Country Mart celebrates the holiday season throughout December by transforming the seaside shopping and dining destination into a winter wonderland. Trimmed with festive holiday décor, the shopping destination features a beautifully decorated Christmas tree, a light-up menorah for Hanukkah and twinkling lights.

Malibu Country Mart is located at 3825 Cross Creek Road.

www.malibucountrymart.com/events

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.

Halloween Weekend Events at the Simi Valley Town Center, October 30-31, 2021

The Simi Valley Town Center is hosting a weekend of fun Halloween activities on October 30-31, 2021. The schedule is as follows:

Saturday, October 30th

• 9am-4pm: Street Fair

• 5-7pm: Inside Mall Trick or Treat

• 7-10pm: Live concert featuring Captain Cardiac and the Coronaries

• Free all day: Kids Zone / Bounce Houses

Sunday, October 31st

• 4-6pm: Trunk or Treat

• Free all day: Kids Zone / Bounce Houses

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Touch-a-Truck Parade at Conejo Creek Park North on Saturday, July 31, 2021

The Conejo Recreation & Park District is hosting a Touch-A-Truck Parade at Conejo Creek Park North, 1379 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks (behind the Thousand Oaks Library) on Saturday, July 31, 2021 starting at 10 a.m.

After a hiatus in 2020, this event, usually hosted on Father’s Day weekend, has a new take this year. Access to the park will be walk-in only. Bring wagons, strollers and lawn chairs. Gourmet food trucks will be on hand. Free admission. Visit www.crpd.org/truck for more information.