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SAT., JUNE 14
Car Shows
The third annual Cars We Love to Drive car show features a large collection of vintage and high-performance cars and raises funds to help support youth in the foster care system. There will be activities for all ages, music, food trucks, and free coffee and doughnuts while supplies last. It’s free to attend the event, but donations are welcome. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Calvary Community Church, 5495 Via Rocas, Westlake Village.calvarywestlake.org/carshow.
County Line Cars and Coffee is back with its monthly meet up, occurring the second weekend of every month. All vehicles and families welcome. Free. 8 to 10 a.m. The Promenade at Westlake 167 Promenade Way, Thousand Oaks.
Touch-A-Truck Event
Conejo Recreation and Park Districts presents this popular event in which kids and adults can get up close to some of the coolest vehicles around, including ambulances, bulldozers, garbage truck, sheriff’s vehicles and more. Free. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thousand Oaks Community Park, 2525 N. Moorpark Rd., Thousand Oaks.
Flag Day Celebrations
Enjoy live music, color guard, a bugler and bagpiper plus military vehicles, guest speakers and more at the annual America Supporting Americans Flag Day event. Following the ceremony, there will be cake at the ASA Janss Marketplace storefront to celebrate the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary.10:30 a.m. Free. Janss Marketplace food court, 275 N. Moorpark Rd., Thousand Oaks. asa-gcvc.org.
The VFW Military History Museum and Simi Valley Town Center Management invite the community to their 2025 Flag Day Ceremony 1 p.m. The event is free to the public. Come celebrate the United States Army’s 250th anniversary at the Town Center Mall Veterans Court, 1555 Simi Town Center Way. Cake cutting ceremony will immediately follow the program’s conclusion. Limited seating. Email lindabosley66@gmail.com.
‘Secret Garden’
A story of loss, dreams, hope, and transformation, The Industry’s rendition of this full length contemporary ballet reimagines the beloved 1911 classic by Frances Hodgson Burnett as it follows the restoration of a garden and the revival of the human spirit. 7 p.m. June 14 and 4 p.m. June 15. $82-$87. Scherr Forum Theatre 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks. bapacthousandoaks.com.
Home Show
The Simi Home Show and Marketplace will be held June 14 and 15 at 5005 East Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley. (818) 669-8777. dtm-entertainment.com.
Drip, Drip, Drip
Learn tips, techniques, and participate in a hands-on drip irrigation experience you can use in the home landscape. Taught by Ventura County Master Gardeners, sponsored by Calleguas Municipal Water District. Register at tinyurl.com/2rn5ft4p. The terrain may be bumpy, so wear closed-toe shoes. Bring own water and chair. Restroom available. 9 a.m. Calleguas MWD, 2100 Olsen Rd., Thousand Oaks. masn2001@msn.com.
Movies in the Park in Moorpark
The City of Moorpark presents Movies in the Park at Arroyo Vista Community Park, 4550 Tierra Rejada Road. Movies begin at dusk. Gates open an hour prior. Bring lawn chairs, blankets. Vendors available, or bring your own snacks. No animals allowed (except service animals). Free admission. June 14-” The Wizard of Oz.” July 12: “Surf’s Up.” Aug. 9: “Ant-Man,” and Sept. 13: “Sonic 3” www.moorparkca.gov/movies.
Juneteenth Celebration
Juneteenth comes early to Thousand Oaks with a musical celebration featuring Ventura County locals. 3 to 5 p.m. Free. Ascension Lutheran Church gym, 1600 E. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks. sadechampagnemusic@gmail.com.
The Right to Protest
A “No Kings” protest will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ventura County Government Center, 800 S. Victoria Ave. in response to the Trump administration’s “ongoing defiance of the Constitution, government overreach and threats to our democracy.” Co-sponsored by 50501 Ventura County, Indivisible Ventura County and Justice for All, the protest is part of a nationwide protest effort on Flag Day. Participants are encouraged to bring signs and/or flags for this peaceful protest. Call (805) 223-0278 for more information.
SUN., JUNE 15
Father’s Day at Bottle Village
Enjoy the iconic Grandma Prisbrey Bottle Village in Simi Valley—a unique fanciful wonderland made from castoff materials. Tour starts at 10 a.m. Guests should wear soft-soled shoes, and arrive 10-15 minutes early. Tours are $10 per person, cash or check upon arrival. Bring the family to tour the grounds, ask questions, and take photos of this historic landmark. 4595 Cochran St., Simi Valley. RSVP at VisitBottleVillage@gmail.com.
Father’s Day Car Show at Channel Islands Harbor
This event will feature an eclectic mix of custom cars, hot rods, low riders, motorcycles and classics. It is the perfect day to show off your rides and reconnect with friends and family. Also on hand will be food trucks, raffle, music and numerous vendors. Proceeds will benefit Food Share of Ventura County. This car show is open to all solo riders, car clubs and all vehicle types, including motorcycles. In addition to the car show at Harbor View Park on Father’s Day, the Channel Islands Maritime Museum will also be hosting a Father’s Day Celebration event, which will feature classic cars and boats. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Channel Islands Harbor, 3900 Pelican Way, Oxnard. Learn more at www.channelislandsfathersdaycarshow.com
Valley Cultural Foundation’s Free Concerts in Woodland Hills
Concerts take place Sunday evenings from June 15 to Aug. 24 (except the Sunday after 4th of July). All concerts start at 5:30 p.m. with Emerging Artists Opening Act performances. Headliners will follow at 8 p.m. at Warner Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills as follows: June 15, No Doubt Tribute; June 22, DJ Quik; June 29: Tribute to Michael Jackson; July 13, Fleetwood Mac tribute; July 20, Neil Diamond tribute; July 27, Tribute to The Beach Boys; Aug. 3, Pat Benatar tribute; Aug. 10, Pink Floyd tribute; Aug. 17, Tribute to Journey; and Aug. 24, Bruno Mars tribute. Street parking available starting at 4:30 p.m. valleycultural.org/concerts-events/concerts.
Agoura Hills Summer Concerts
The City of Agoura Hills Department of Community Services and the DIY Home Center present the 2025 Summer Concerts in the Park. Free concerts are held at 6 p.m. on Sundays (Suggested donation $2) Food trucks on hand at Chumash Park, 5550 Medea Valley Dr., Agoura Hills. The lineup: June 15, Mirage (Fleetwood Mac tribute); July 6: DSB (Journey Tribute), followed by patriotic drone show; Aug. 3, Queen Nation (Queen tribute); Aug. 17: Brandon Ragan Project, Fleetwood Mac tribute. (818) 597-7361; agourahillsrec.org.
MON., JUNE 16
Pet Microchip Clinic
Ventura County Animal Services is offering free microchip services for dogs and cats eight weeks and older. Clinics are first-come, first-served with no appointment necessary. Dogs must be on a leash and cats must be in carriers. 10 to 11:30 a.m. Ventura County Animal Services, 600 Aviation Dr., Camarillo.
Dance to Broadway
Bring the whole family to a Broadway-themed exercise class with 567Broadway!-Conejo Valley at 6:30 p.m. Come and dance with your family and learn a routine to “In Summer” from Frozen. All ages and levels are welcome if dancing with an adult. $20 per person. 28716 Roadside Drive, Agoura Hills. (818) 517-4387. Email leasashukiar@gmail.com.
TUES., JUNE 17
Native Know-how
Antonio Sanchez, native plant expert and manager of the Rancho Sierra Vista nursery, will talk about the best native plants for local gardens at this meeting of the Organic Garden Club of Ventura County. Sanchez has helped to revitalize the Santa Monica Mountains by propagating the area with native plants and trees and has distributed thousands of native milkweed plants to homeowners in Ventura and Los Angeles counties. 6 to 8 p.m. Newbury Park Library, 2331 Borchard Road, Newbury Park. www.organicgardenclubofventuracounty.org
WED., JUNE 18
Rockin’ for a Good Cause
A special benefit concert, Out of the Ashes, will be held at Sagebrush Cantina in Calabasas to raise funds for music programs in the Pasadena school system impacted by the Eaton fire. The show will feature performances by Dan Stepenosky (LVUSD superintendent), Bob Hackett (Agoura High School’s Jazz Band director), Chad Bloom (LVUSD Visual and Performing Arts director), and the Agoura High Trailblazers Jazz Ensemble. Doors open at 5 p.m. 23527 Calabasas Rd. $25 or more donation suggested at the door. trailblazersjazz.org, or email Brandon Gertz at christinaagertz@gmail.com.
Run for the Ranch 5K Race Series at Paramount Ranch
This 5K race series takes place on the scenic trails at Paramount Ranch on Wednesdays, June 18, June 25, and July 2 at 2903 Cornell Rd., Agoura Hills. The series is hosted by Fleet Feet Agoura Hills and the Future Track Running Pack and co-sponsored by the Santa Monica Mountains Fund (SAMO Fund) and Western Bagel. The race supports scholarships for SAMO Fund’s internship restoration programs. A Kiddie 1K will begin at 6 p.m. each evening, followed by the 5K Trail/Road run at 6:30 p.m. Online registration (5K $15 plus 1.90 reg fee; all 3 races for $35 plus $3.10 reg fee; 1K free): runsignup.com/runfortheranch2025
Blippi: Join the Band
Blippi will be joined on stage by Meekah along with their singing and dancing buddies as they explore what makes music, including sounds, rhythms and instruments, with fan-favorite Blippi hits. 6 p.m. Kavli Theatre, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks. $44-$77. bapacthousandoaks.com.
THURS., JUNE 19
Conejo Valley Days Carnival in Thousand Oaks
Conejo Valley Days is back from June 19 to 22 and June 25 to 29 at Conejo Creek Park South with carnival rides, midway games, live entertainment, vendors and fair food. Open: 5 to 10 p.m. Wed/Thu; 5 to 11 p.m. Fri; 1 to 11 p.m. Sat; and 1 to 9 p.m. Sun. Admission is $10, cash only, for ages 10 and up. Ages 5 to 9 are $5. Children four and under are free. Active military free with current ID. Limited parking is $5. Carnival ride tickets available online in advance or at the event. conejovalleydays.us.
Camarillo Newcomers
The Camarillo Newcomers Club will present its June lunch meeting starting at 11 a.m. at Las Posas Country Club, 955 Fairway Dr., Camarillo. The club’s new executive board installation will take place. The cost is $38 (pre-paid only). RSVP at (214) 542-9797. Participants need not be new to Ventura County, and all residents are welcome. For membership info call (805) 384-1939).
Flower Power
At its monthly meeting, the Conejo Valley Bonsai Society features demonstrations and workshops that highlight the technique of the ancient art of controlled gardening, of trees, in a shallow pot. 7:30 p.m. at Westlake Village City Hall, 31200 Oakcrest Drive. cvbs-bonsai.org. Email DesigningThroughNature@gmail.com with any questions.
Art Mart
The Simi Valley Art Association holds its general meeting and artist demonstration by pastel artist, Iris Carignan, plus refreshments and raffle. 6-8 p.m. Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District Activity Center, Room 2, 4201 Guardian St. $8 for members, $10 for non-members. (805) 404-2769. susanriceartstudio@gmail.com.
Find Your Own Voice
Join the Thousand Oaks Toastmasters at Lunch club to build real confidence, sharpen your public speaking, and learn how to make your voice heard—whether it’s a big presentation or impromptu meeting. Visit T.O.T.A.L. every Thursday from noon until 1:15 p.m. at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 3rd floor, Oak Room, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. Email vpm-1934@toastmastersclubs.org.
FRI., JUNE 20
Ventura County Greek Festival
The 46th Ventura County Greek Festival will take place June 20, 21 and 22 at Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 5575 Santa Rosa Rd., Camarillo. The event features live Greek music, folk dancing, food, delicious pastries and baklava, vendors, and a kids’ play area. Festival times are 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is $6, which includes a raffle ticket. Free admission for kids 12 and under and active military, veterans and first responders with ID. No on site parking. Free parking and shuttle rides at the Ventura County Office of Education parking lot at 5100 Adolfo Rd. vcgreekfestival.org; (805) 482-1273
Sing for a Cause
The Songs For Shelves Musical Festival at Rancho Madera Community Park in Simi Valley aims to raise funds to support the African Library Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to establishing and improving libraries in African communities to expand access to literacy and educational resources. A goal of the festival is to have people come out to celebrate, enjoy the festivities and live music, and to donate books that can help build libraries in the underserved communities of Sub-Sahara Africa. 5 p.m. 556 Lake Park Drive. (805) 424-9438. Email ishangottam@gmail.com.
Free Family Screening of ‘Tangled’
The Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District presents free Movies in the Park at Rancho Madera Community Park, 556 Lake Park Dr., Simi Valley. Pre-movie fun activities start at 6:30 p.m.; movies start at dusk. Bring blankets and chairs. June 13: “Kung Fu Panda 4”; July 11: “Despicable Me 4;” Aug. 8: “Inside Out 2.” Additionally, there’s a free screening of “Tangled” at Oak Canyon Community Park, 5600 Hollytree Dr., Oak Park, on June 20. rsrpd.org/recreation/events/summer_(june_-_august)/family_movie_nights.php
TGIF Westlake Village Series
Summer evenings in Westlake Village provide the perfect backdrop for a great entertainment series. The annual TGIF Westlake Village series offers families a series of free performances at the Westlake Village Civic Center, 31200 Oak Crest Dr. Events start at 7 p.m., with food available for purchase from a variety of great food trucks at 6 p.m. The lineup: June 20: Stone Soul (Motown tribute); and Aug. 1: 5-Star Theatricals. www.wlv.org/228/TGIF-Saturdays-in-the-Park
SAT., JUNE 21
Kids Fun Zone
Entertainment, learning and fun for children 5-12 including crafts, music and dance. Free, registration required. Noon to 2 p.m. Janss Marketplace food court, 275 N. Moorpark Rd., Thousand Oaks. janssmarketplace.com.
Chevys and Chili
The Knights of Columbus hosts its annual car show and chili cook-off with plenty of the spicy stuff for tasting as well as bounce houses and a petting zoo. Admission prices vary; see website. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. St. Rose of Lima Church, 1305 Royal Ave., Simi Valley. chilikc.com.
Summer Music in the Park
Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District presents the 2025 Music in the Park free concert series at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Ave., Simi Valley. Concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. June 21: Cali Country All Stars; July 19: Bruno Mars and Britney Spears tribute; Aug. 16: Led Zeppelin tribute. Bring your picnic basket or purchase food at the events. Parking is free, but limited. Umbrellas/canopies are okay on the perimeters but not in the main event area. Alcohol is permitted; intoxication is not. rsrpd.org
Tiny Porch Concert
Americana music artists The Watson Twins perform with the western twang sounds of Kimmi Bitter at this next concert in the Tiny Porch Concerts’ 2025 Summer Series. As parking is limited, registration is required. Seating is on a first-come basis, and attendees are welcome to bring chairs or blankets and food and beverages. Donations accepted and VIP tickets available. 5 p.m. Peter Strauss Ranch, 30000 Mulholland Highway, Agoura Hills. tinyporchconcerts.com.
Get Crafty
Local crafters and artisans gather for the One Love Market to offer handmade goods and good vibes. 10 a.m. 3315 Kimber Drive, Newbury Park.
Pet Microchip Clinic
Ventura County Animal Services is offering free microchip services for dogs and cats eight weeks and older. Clinics are first come, first served with no appointment necessary. Dogs must be on a leash and cats must be in carriers. 10 to 11:30 a.m. Ventura County Animal Services, 600 Aviation Dr., Camarillo.
Free Movies in the Park
Free Movies in the Park will take place once again this summer at Reyes Adobe Park, 30400 Rainbow Crest Dr., Agoura Hills, hosted by City of Agoura Hills Community Services. Movies start at dusk. June 21: “Moana;” July 12: “The Parent Trap;” and Aug. 9: “Despicable Me 4.” www.agourahillsrec.org.
TUES., JUNE 24
Ukulele Fun
The Happy Little Ukulele Club of Thousand Oaks meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at Bo’s House of Omelettes and Waffles at 2440 Thousand Oaks Blvd. from 6-8 p.m. Some experience is important and singers are welcome. Bring your own ukulele. For more information email tohappyuke@icloud.com
WED., JUNE 25
Get down with Motown
The Janss Summer Concerts series hosts Stone Soul, performing a Motown dance party. 6 p.m. Free; RSVP requested. Janss Marketplace, 275 N. Moorpark Rd., Thousand Oaks. janssmarketplace.com/events.
