2024 4th of July Celebration at the Reagan Library in Simi Valley

To celebrate our nation’s 248th birthday, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library is hosting a day full of family-fun activities. This year’s celebration includes patriotic concerts, family entertainment, games, crafts, and more. All 4th of July activities are free; admission rates apply to view the Reagan Museum, Air Force One Pavilion and the Library’s current temporary exhibit, Defending America and the Galazy: Star Wars and SDI.

Once the main parking lot is full, guests will be directed to park on Presidential Drive or in one of the Library’s offsite lots. Complimentary shuttles will be running to bring guests to the Reagan Library.

SCHEDULE:

Main Courtyard

  • 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Have Your Face Painted!

  • 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. JB & The Big Circle Riders

  • 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Los Angeles Sheriff Band Performs on Stage

  • 1:30 p.m. - Jelly Belly Winner Announced!

  • 3:00 p.m. - Event Concludes

Gipper's Grove – 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.

Unveiling of our Charters of Freedom Monument, these are life-size replicas of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. This is the first one in the state of California.

Ruwe Terrace – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

  • Crafts

  • Photo Opportunity with Presidents Retail Kiosk

  • Food and Beverage Available for Purchase

South Lawn – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

  • Carnival games and so many lawn family games!

  • PLC Stage – 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

  • Re-enactors perform

Roosevelt Room – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Bingo (prizes are included)

Rose Garden – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Bounce Jumper – Featuring Patriotic Bouncer

Located at 40 Presidential Drive in Simi Valley, the Reagan Library is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. For museum information, ticket prices and events, visit www.reaganlibrary.com

38th Annual I Madonnari Italian Street Painting Festival at Santa Barbara Mission May 25-27, 2024

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The I Madonnari Italian Street Painting Festival will be back over Memorial Day Weekend 2024, May 25-27. at the Old Mission Santa Barbara, 2100 Laguna Street. Festival hours are 10am to 6pm.

Madonnari, or street painters, transform the Santa Barbara Mission plaza each year over Memorial Day weekend using pastels on pavement to create over 100 vibrant and colorful, large scale images. The event is produced by the Children’s Creative Project.

There will also be live music and food available for purchase.

Pets are not allowed (other than service animals).

Learn more at www.imadonnarifestival.com.

Seaside Live Music at Ventura Harbor Village - Spring/Summer 2024

Enjoy live music at Ventura Harbor Village all spring and summer long. Located at 1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura.

The lineup:

  • Sat, May 25, 12-3pm: Morrison Drive Band

  • Sun, May 26, 12-3pm: Looking West Band

  • Sat, June 1, 1-4pm: The Jimmy Dale Band

  • Sat, June 8, 1-4pm: Tony Lee & Forbidden Fruit (Reggae/Funk/Pop)

  • Sat, June 15, 1-4pm: Cava (Cumbia/Ska/Salsa/Funk)

  • Sun, June 16, 1-4pm: Surfer Joe Band

More details at www.venturaharborvillage.com/events. Subject to change, so check the Ventura Harbor Village first for updates.

2024 Gold Coast Gem Show at Ventura County Fairgrounds the Weekend of May 24-26

The Gold Coast Gem Show is planned for May 24-26, 2024 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Boulevard, Ventura. Admission is $8 (kids 12 and under free with paid adult). Hours 10am to 5pm Friday/Saturday and 10am to 4pm Sunday.

Event to feature gems, minerals, fossils, rocks, jewelry, beads, lapidary supplies, demonstrations, kids’ activities, silent auctions and gold panning. More information at goldcoastgemshow.com.

2024 City of Agoura Hills Summer Movies in the Park - June 8, July 13 and July 27

Free Movies in the Park will take place once again this summer of 2024 at Reyes Adobe Park, 30400 Rainbow Crest Drive, Agoura Hills, hosted by City of Agoura Hills Community Services. Movies start at dusk.

Save the dates:

June 8: Top Gun: Maverick

July 13: The Super Mario Bros. Movie

July 27: Coco

More information at www.agourahillsrec.org.

2024 Fireworks by the Sea at Channel Islands Harbor on Thursday, July 4th

The 4th of July Celebration at Channel Islands Harbor offers a full day of activities, entertainment, and great food. Come and enjoy exhibits, an artists’ market, children’s rides and games and finish the day with a spectacular fireworks show at 9 p.m. Free event.

www.channelislandsharbor.org/event/2024-fireworks-by-the-sea/

Memorial Day Service at Conejo Mountain Memorial Park in Camarillo on Monday, May 27, 2024

Conejo Mountain Funeral Home, Memorial Park & Crematory presents its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 27, 2024 beginning at 11am. Event, free of charge to the public, will feature live patriotic music, guest speakers, displays and complimentary hot dogs and ice cream. Located at 2052 Howard Road, Camarillo.

Learn more at www.conejomountain.com/in-our-community.

30th Anniversary Love Run 5K/10K/1 Mile Run in Westlake Village on June 2, 2024

The Senior Concerns 30th Anniversary Love Run, presented by Logix, is planned for Sunday, June 2, 2024 in Westlake Village. The races start and finish at 3011 Townsgate Road.

Runners and walkers can participate in a 10K, 5K or one-mile fun run. It is the perfect event for the entire family. Virtual runs are also available.

This annual event supports Senior Concerns’ Meals On Wheels Program, which helps ensure homebound seniors do not go without food. Senior Concerns has been delivering Meals On Wheels since its founding in 1975. Senior Concerns delivers more than 6,000 meals per month to homebound seniors in Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, Westlake Village, Agoura Hills, and Oak Park.

For more information or to register for the Love Run, visit www.loverunwestlake.com.

2024 Matilija Poppy Festival at Conejo Valley Botanic Garden in Thousand Oaks on May 19th

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The Conejo Valley Botanic Garden presents its annual Matilija Poppy Festival on Sunday, May 19, 2024, from 11am to 4pm. Event will feature beautiful Matilija poppies, including garden tours at 11:30am and 2pm, crafts, speakers and more. Free admission. The garden is located at 400 W. Gainsborough Road,

www.conejovalleybotanicgarden.com