This latest piece by Camarillo artist Chuck Trunks is entitled "Chimp Jackpot." He didn't tell me what that means, but one could surmise he's referring to the success of Rise of the Planet of the Apes, which opened in theaters on August 5th and was the 4th highest grossing August movie opening in history. Chuck, who is one of the, well, no, THE most particular person I know, said this is a must-see movie. Very entertaining (the movie that is). The movie has grossed over $186 million worldwide in less than 2 weeks, which is kind of like hitting the jackpot I would say.  See Trunks' other work on Conejo Valley Guide here.

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For upcoming movies around the community in Ventura County, click here.

Apes like to be in the outdoors, right? Here are local hiking trails.

There are several dozen farmers' markets in Ventura County and surrounding areas, many of which have fresh bananas, which I go ape for.

Kids like to monkey around? Here are some indoor play options for them.