24TH ANNUAL OXNARD SALSA FESTIVAL
EVENT DATE : JULY 29, 11:00AM – JULY 29, 7:00PM
PLAZA PARK
The Oxnard Salsa Festival celebrates the flavors of salsa – the food, music and dance. Festival goers are treated to live salsa and Latin jazz bands, salsa dance lessons, a tasting tent with dozens of different varieties of salsa and hot sauces and a salsa recipe challenge. Free. OxnardSalsaFestival.com
FROM SET TO SCREEN WALK
EVENT DATE : JULY 30, 10:00AM – JULY 30, 11:00AM
PARAMOUNT RANCH
Learn the secrets that turn a dusty set into a realistic town on this easy-paced walk behind the scenes to discover the illusions and history of Paramount Ranch. Free. SamoFund.org/calendar
HOT DOG & HUMP DAY
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 2, 11:00AM – AUGUST 2, 2:00PM
ROADSIDE LUMBER & HARDWARE
Join Roadside Lumber for a free lunch and learn session with local vendors. Held Wednesdays through Aug. 30. RoadsideLumber.com
3RD ANNUAL GIRL SCOUTS “FORK IT OVER” FUNDRAISER
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 3, 6:00PM – AUGUST 3, 9:00PM
PALM GARDEN HOTEL
This cookie culinary competition and fundraiser benefits Girl Scout Leadership Experience, Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast and features local chefs creating Girl Scout cookie-inspired appetizers and desserts. Local breweries and wineries will be serving up beverages too. ForkItOverGSCCC.com
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY ENCHANTED EVENING OF HOPE
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 5, 6:00PM – AUGUST 5, 10:00PM
EDEN GARDENS
The American Cancer Society Ventura Gold Coast Gala event celebrates life and raises funds to support the ACS’s life-saving programs and services, advance research and advocacy and provide free local resources. The gala features fine foods, premium wines, live entertainment, dancing, a live and silent auction and recognition of community honorees. Call 805.644.4237. VenturaGala.org
PARK AFTER DARK: SUNSET TARANTULA HIKE
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 11, 6:00PM – AUGUST 11, 8:00PM
RANCHO SIERRA VISTA
All ages welcome on a sunset stroll in search of male tarantulas looking for potential mates. Along the hike rangers will share facts about these traveling tarantulas. Wear layers for changing weather conditions and bring a flashlight. Meet in main parking lot. SamoFund.org
BONNIE BOWDEN IN CONCERT
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 11, 7:00PM – AUGUST 11, 9:00PM
WESTLAKE VILLAGE CIVIC CENTER
Enjoy an evening of jazz and more with the City of Westlake Village TGIF Series presenting Bonnie Bowden. Food and drinks available for purchase. Free. WLV.org
FIT 4 THE CAUSE FUNDRAISER
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 12, 7:00AM – AUGUST 12, 2:00PM
THE BAY CLUB THOUSAND OAKS
This event features an outdoor run followed by an indoor cycle class, a strength class and a swim session, taught and supervised by Thousand Oaks instructors. Fit 4 The Cause also launches its Fitness Mentor Program. Fit4TheCause.org
GREEN DAY & BLINK 180 TRIBUTE
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 13, 5:00PM – AUGUST 13, 7:30PM
CONEJO COMMUNITY PARK
Bring your blankets and picnic baskets to enjoy Conejo Recreation & Park District’s Summer Concerts in the Park for great music in a beautiful setting. Refreshments such as hot dogs, popcorn and snow cones available for purchase. CRPD asks that you leave pets at home. CRPD.org
BEATLES TRIBUTE CONCERT
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 13, 6:00PM – AUGUST 13, 8:00PM
CALABASAS LAKE
Enjoy the Summer Sun Sets Concert Series at the traditionally private Calabasas Lake. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and sweaters. Some fixed seating is available on a first-come first-served basis. Free. CityofCalabasas.com
24TH ANNUAL FAINER/TAUBER, MD AWARDS “NIGHT OF STARS
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 17, 5:00PM – AUGUST 17, 9:30PM
Ancient Creek at Petersen Ranch
Ventura County Medical Resource Family presents this annual event to recognize outstanding community contributions by those directly involved in the delivery of health care in Ventura County. The gala event includes a champagne reception, entertainment, art, dessert, auctions and an Awards Ceremony. Proceeds benefit VCMRF. VCMRF.org
VENTURA COUNTY POET LAUREATE READING
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 17, 6:30PM – AUGUST 17, 9:00PM
MUSEUM OF VENTURA COUNTY
Ventura County Poet Laureate, Phil Taggert, performs readings from the works of writer Charles Bukowski at a special showing of “Born Into This,” the documentary chronicling the life of Bukowski, well-known for his drinking binges, poetry and prose. $10/members, $15/non-members. No-host bar available.
37TH ANNUAL WINGS OVER CAMARILLO AIRSHOW
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 19, 12:00PM – AUGUST 20, 4:30PM
Camarillo Airport
The Camarillo Wings Association hosts the “Wings Over Camarillo” Air Show featuring aerobatic performances from classic warbirds from the CAF, military aircraft, experimental aircraft, antique cars and motorcycles, War Veteran’s Tent, WWII re-enactment camp, helicopter and airplane rides, VIP Chalet tent, and food and street vendors. $20; students (13-18) and Active Military with ID $15; 12 and under free. WingsOverCamarillo.com
16TH ANNUAL MIDSUMMER EVE OF WINE & ARTS FESTIVAL
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 19, 4:00PM – AUGUST 19, 7:30PM
HYATT WESTLAKE PLAZA
The Thousand Oaks Rotary Club Foundation presents this event to benefit the Ventura County Special Olympics and Thousand Oaks Rotary Club Foundation. Sample fabulous wines from California wine makers, enjoy musicians and performing artists, and peruse and bid on silent and live auction items. MidSummerEveWineFestival.com
EXPERIENCE BLOOM
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 20, 4:00PM – AUGUST 20, 5:00PM
PETER STRAUSS RANCH
Bloom artist Olga Lah and performance artist Kiyomi Fukui host a collaborative event that engages with the hillside installation. Visitors will be invited to experience a participatory activity that will include conversation, performance and consumption. SamoFund.org
PAT BENATAR TRIBUTE
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 23, 6:00PM – AUGUST 23, 8:00PM
JANSS MARKETPLACE
All ages are welcome to the free Summer Concert Series Concertgoers can register for the chance to win great prizes. Present receipts of $25 or more for a free pair of sandals or a beach towel. JanssMarketplace.net
KIWANIS CLUB OF THOUSAND OAKS 6TH ANNUAL BREWFEST
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 24, 4:00PM – AUGUST 24, 8:00PM
CONEJO CREEK PARK NORTH
Enjoy a variety of beer and appetizers from 20+ craft breweries and local restaurants.for the price of admission. $55 online; $60 at the door. $25 for designated drivers. TOBrewFest.com
CARING HAND FOR CHILDREN 11TH ANNUAL FUNDRAISING GALA
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 26, 6:30PM – AUGUST 26, 10:00PM
HYATT REGENCY
Enjoy an evening of dinner, drinks, silent and live auctions, entertainment and an open dance floor to benefit underprivileged children. CaringHandforChildren.org
13TH ANNUAL SPIRIT AWARDS GALA
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 26, 7:00PM – AUGUST 26, 10:00PM
Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village
Presented by the United Way of Ventura County. $200. Upscale attire. 805.485.6288 x 229; VCUnitedWay.org
NEW WEST SYMPHONY
EVENT DATE : AUGUST 27, 6:00PM – AUGUST 27, 8:00PM
CALABASAS LAKE
Enjoy the Summer Sun Sets Concert Series at the traditionally private Calabasas Lake. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and sweaters. Some fixed seating is available on a first-come first-served basis. Free. CityofCalabasas.com