Calendar of Events

Ojai Library Preschool Storytime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues (Jan 1-Dec 31)
Ages: All

Weekly themes. Day care and homeschool groups are welcome!

Storytime at Borders
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues (Jan 1-Dec 31) at 11:00am

Fun stories and activities for little ones in the children's section of Border's Bookstore in Oxnard, in the Esplanade shopping center.

E.P. Foster Library Storytime for Pre-schoolers
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues from 10:30am to 11:00am
Admission Fees: Free!

Oak View Teen Center
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Mon, Tues, Wed and Fri from 3:30pm to 5:30pm
Ages: all Teens Admission Fees: Free

Monday - Wednesday and every other Friday the Oak View Teen Center "to provide a safe, fun place for teens to grow with each other and have the community to ensure success for all." Located in the Oak View Park & Resource Center. Open to all teens in the Ojai Valley.

Oxnard Library Preschool Story Time
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues from 10:30am to 11:00am
Ages: 2-5 yrs. Admission Fees: free!

Oak View Library Storytime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Mon, Tues and Wed from 2:30pm to 5:30pm
Ages: all Admission Fees: FREE!

Sometimes craft activities are included. Call for current schedule.

Baby/Toddler & Me - Oak View
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues (Jan 1-Dec 31)
Ages: Infant/Toddler

FREE drop in Mom's group. Bring your little one and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the center, a play space for your infant or toddler, and the blessings of new relationships with other mothers. Hosted by Vivian Carlson. Continues through May 27th. Check web site for summer schedule.

Prueter Library Storytime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues and Wed at 10:30am
Ages: 3-5 yrs. Admission Fees: FREE!

Meiners Oaks Library Storytime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues (Jan 1-Dec 31)
Ages: all

Free to all parents and children! Call for current schedule.

Bereavement Support Group
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues (Jan 1-Dec 31)
Ages: Adults

This weekly group provides a safe and comfortable environment that allows each member to:

Explore and express feelings

Improve understanding of the grief process

Decrease emotional pain

Receive emotional and educational support

Develop coping skills

Increase independence and autonomy

Create new social support systems

Rediscover a sense of hope 

Camarillo Library Evening Storytime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues at 7:00pm
Admission Fees: FREE!

Adventures For Kids Storytime
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues at 10:30am
Ages: 3-6 years Admission Fees: FREE!

Story time and crafts for ages 3-6.  Free!  Adventures For Kids is a wonderful children's bookstore across the street from the Pacific View Mall.

 

 

Story Times

Tuesdays: 10am

Saturdays: 3pm

 

Family Storytime at Oxnard Library
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues from 7:00pm to 7:30pm
Ages: all Admission Fees: free

Reading Instruction for Adults
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues and Th from 4:30pm to 7:00pm
Ages: Adults Admission Fees: FREE

FREE reading instruction / tutoring for adults.  Do you know an adult who can't read?  Tell them about this terrific program!

 

Site Coordinator: Geri Hayes.

Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30 - 7:30pm

 

Parking lot and entrance at back of yellow building at corner of Center St.

Foster Parenting Information Meeting
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues (Jan 1-Dec 31) from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Ages: 21+ Years Admission Fees: FREE!

Come find out what is involved in becoming a foster parent with Aspira! The first thing you'll learn is the big need for more homes in Ventura County and what you can do to help children in need of loving and stable homes. We guide our families through the process and offer many resources along the way.

Open Play Basketball
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues (Jan 1-Dec 31)
Ages: all

Join us on Tuesday and Wednesday nights - 2 courts on a new wood floor!  All ages and abilities are welcome.  $3 per person.  Will be closed on July 27.  Call for latest schedule as facility availability may change on short notice. 

Gull Wings Toddler Terrific Tuesdays
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues (Jan 1-Dec 31) at 11:00am
Ages: 2-5 Years Admission Fees: $4 Child, Under 2 FREE

Sing songs, do a craft and visit the exhibits.

 

Beginning Rowing - Level A
Date: Every weekday (Jun 20-Jul 3) from 8:30am to 11:00am
Ages: 13-17 years

This summer program for Juniors (ages 13-17 years) is Level-A Beginning Rowing, and is for two weeks, 10 practices at 5 days per week.

 

Tuition: $195

 

Session I: June 20th - July 3rd

Session II: July 14th - July 25th 

GIANTS: African Dinosaurs Opens
Date: Every 1 day(s) (May 3-Nov 2)
Ages: All

Step back in time to 135 million years ago when dinosaurs roamed the Sahara Desert in Africa. GIANTS: African Dinosaurs showcases the African finds of world-renowned paleontologist Dr. Paul Sereno. Through this interactive dinosaur experience, visitors will learn about fossil discovery, be amazed by the art and beauty of ancient bones, and even search and dig for hidden fossils.

Admission to the exhibit included with general Museum admission.
General Admission: Members free, Adults $8 Seniors $7, Teens $7, Child $5

Junior Life Guard - Session I
Date: Every weekday (Jun 23-Jul 18) from 9:00am to 2:00pm
Ages: 8 - 15 years

Learn first aid, water safety & CPR • Surfing, paddle boarding & kayaking
• Basic instruction on ocean rescue techniques
• Learn skills to become an ocean lifeguard

 

Session II will be July 21 to August 15, 2008.

Thacher Basketball Camp
Date: Every weekday (Jun 23-Jul 3) from 8:30am to 3:00pm
Ages: 8-14 Years

Thacher Basketball Camp aims to create a positive, enriching, unique, and fun learning environment for young players of all ages and abilities. Quality instruction, low instructor-to-camper ratio. Learn fundamentals: ball handling, defense, rebounding, passing, and shooting. Lunch & t-shirt included. Fees apply.

 

Session I: June 23-26, 2008

Session II: June 30 - July 3, 2008 

Parent/Child PreK Fun
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues (Jun 24-Dec 30) from 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Ages: 3.5-5 Years Admission Fees: FREE!
Special Instructions: Camarillo & Somis Residents Only

A new class begins each month.

 

Tuesdays: 2:30-4:30pm

Thursdays: 9:30-11:30am

Camoflauge Opens
Date: Every 1 day(s) (May 17-Nov 2)
Ages: all ages

Marine predators and prey alike cloak themselves in camouflage to hide in plain sight. Learn the secrets of blending, patterns, disguises, and mimicry. Sharpen your observation skills and see if you can find the clever critters that deceive to survive. They're hiding right in front of you.

Admission to the exhibit included with general admission.

General Admission: Members free; non-members $8/adult, $7/senior, $7/teen, $5/child.

Work at Home Mom's Networking Group
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues (Jan 1-Dec 31) from 10:00am to 11:00am
Ages: Moms Admission Fees: FREE!

Come join us for a morning of networking and play time! During our weekly meetings we plan on taking turns watching the kids play, while the others focus on talking about what they do for work and how they are able to accomplish it. Every one is welcome to attend not just moms that work from home. Don't forget to bring your business cards and any other information you would like to exchange.

 

When: Every Tuesday 10-11 am

 

Where: Bubbling Springs Park
850 Bard Road
Port Hueneme, CA 93041
(We meet at the new Playground on the Park Ave. side)

 

For more information call Aubry at 760-285-0079 or Rebecca at 805-443-7173

 

Smart Start PreK Registration
Date: 07/01/2008
Ages: 2-5 & 3-5 Years

Morning Preschool (Ages 3-5): Safe, fun & loving environment. Teachers hold CA state permits. Three hour dynamic morning program. Developmentally appropriate curriculum. FREE to income eligible families. Healthy hot lunch included.

Full Day Preschool (Ages 2-5): Includes the same as morning preschool, AND healthy breakfast, lunch & snacks FREE.

 

Tambien, se habla. 

 

First 5 Jazmin Play & Learn
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues and Th from 8:30am to 10:00am
Ages: Toddlers & Parents Admission Fees: Free

Children lean by playing, and adults can learn to play with their children to improve their physical, social, emotional, and mental well-being through art, games, music, and crafts. This is a bilingual (English/Spanish) class.

Plays In Progress: The Man Who Would Be King
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues (Jun 24-Jul 1) from 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Ages: Adults Admission Fees: FREE!
Special Instructions: Advance reservations are strongly

The Fashion Forms™ Plays-in-Progress Series is a two-week event will be an opportunity for theatre lovers to gain insight into the process of new musical development. Audience members will watch renowned actors tackle new roles, meet the creators, and provide feedback on various aspects of the script and score. Admission to all events is FREE, but seats are reserved and tickets are required. Each musical receives an initial showing, which is followed by a structured talkback session with attendees. The playwright, director and composers then have a week to rewrite and refine the material based on what they have learned. The revised work then receives an additional performance, to help the creators determine whether their changes were effective.

 

Daddy Long Legs

Sundays, June 22 & 29, 2008

 

The Man Who Would Be King

Mondays, June 23 & 30, 2008

This new musical recounts the adventures of two rag-tag British soldiers, Daniel and    Peachy, who resign from the army in 19th century India and take off in pursuit of    adventure and riches. Ever the scoundrels, the two contrive and carry out a daring plan    to become rulers of the isolated pagan society of Kafiristan where Daniel is mistakenly    believed to be a god. The film version of the story, directed by John Huston and   starring Sean Connery and Michael Caine, garnered four Academy Award nominations.    This production has a soaring, sumptuous score.

 

One Red Flower

Tuesdays, June 24 & July 1, 2008

 

Plays In Progress: One Red Flower
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues (Jun 24-Jul 1) from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Ages: Adults Admission Fees: FREE!
Special Instructions: Advance reservations are strongly

The Fashion Forms™ Plays-in-Progress Series is a two-week event will be an opportunity for theatre lovers to gain insight into the process of new musical development. Audience members will watch renowned actors tackle new roles, meet the creators, and provide feedback on various aspects of the script and score. Admission to all events is FREE, but seats are reserved and tickets are required. Each musical receives an initial showing, which is followed by a structured talkback session with attendees. The playwright, director and composers then have a week to rewrite and refine the material based on what they have learned. The revised work then receives an additional performance, to help the creators determine whether their changes were effective.

 

Daddy Long Legs

Sundays, June 22 & 29, 2008

 

The Man Who Would Be King

Mondays, June 23 & 30, 2008

 

One Red Flower

Tuesdays, June 24 & July 1, 2008

This is a revealing rock musical that takes a look at the thoughts, joys and fears of six soldiers over the course of a year in Vietnam. The book and songs are based on the book “Dear America: Letters Home from Vietnam,” and on actual letters exchanged with family and loved ones. Although the names have been changed, the stories are very real – raw, powerful, touching, and at times surprisingly humorous and uplifting. Audiences will come away with a deeper understanding of those who serve our country. Maureen McGovern plays Eleanor Bridges, the mother of Billy – one of the soldiers featured.

Parent & Child Learning Time
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues (Jan 1-Dec 31)
Ages: 2-5 yrs.

Every Tuesday and Wednesday, 9:30 - 11a.m. Children engage in creative letter, number, shape, and color activities. They learn early math and science skills that will help them prepare for kindergarten. Please call 484-5842 to register.

 

Family Fun Ride
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues (Jan 1-Dec 31) at 5:00pm
Ages: All Admission Fees: FREE!

Take the family out, including those babes in bike trailers! Begin at San Jon & Harbor Blvd., just under the freeway and peddle with the group up the bike path to Foster Park, where the children can play and adults can sit and visit. This is a weekly ride and open to all. Begins at 5PM. Remember to bring your helmet, cell phone, water, food, map, ID, and repair kit.

Casitas Water Adventure
Date: Every 1 day(s) (May 24-Sep 1) from 11:00am to 7:00pm
Ages: All Admission Fees: $12 or $5 after 5pm

Children and adults alike can enjoy two distinct water playgrounds. For the younger children, a multi-level jungle gym with waterfalls, bridges and slides in a lagoon with water up to 18" deep.

 

The Lazy River offers a cool water ride on inner tubes along a scenic waterway featuring waterfalls, fog filled bridges and jet sprays.

 

Park will be closed Aug. 25-28, 2008.

Toddler Tuesdays at Barnes & Noble
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues (Jan 1-Dec 31) at 9:30am
Ages: PreSchool Admission Fees: FREE!

All toddlers are welcome to join storytime with Ms. Dorothy and enjoy fun stories and make a cool craft.

Parent/Child Learning Time
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues and Wed (Jun 24-Dec 31) from 9:30am to 11:30am
Ages: 2.5-5 Years Admission Fees: FREE!
Special Instructions: camarillo & Somis residents only

Children andparents engage in creative activities that build social and academic skills. Thursday classes alternate weekly.

 

Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 9:30-11:30am

Thursdays: 1-2pm

MOMS (Making Our Mothering Significant)
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues from 9:15am to 11:15am
Admission Fees: $3.50 per week (speaker and craft) and $1.50 per child for child care
Special Instructions: Call for dates

MOMS meets on Tuesday, twice per month at Ventura Missionary Church.

Ventura Missionary Church is located at 500 High Point Drive (at the corner of Foothill) in Ventura. For questions or to sign up please call Sharon Parker at (805) 642-0550 ext 332

Free Regal Family Film Festival
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Tues and Wed (Jun 17-Aug 13) from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Ages: all Admission Fees: FREE!

When school's out, kids around the country visit selected Regal theatres for the Free Family Film Festival. It's a fun-filled nine weeks of movies for kids and parents. Since 1991, Regal has provided this service to the community, and best of all it's FREE!

Selected G & PG movies start at 10AM each Tuesday and Wednesday during the festival. First-come, first-served seating is limited to theatre capacity. The Free Family Film Festival is safe, lots of fun and a great way for kids to spend a weekday morning in the summer

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6/17 & 18	Adventure Of Elmo In Grouchland (G)
	Water Horse: Legend Of The Deep (PG)
6/24 & 25	Doogal (G)
	Shrek The Third (PG)
7/1 & 2	Everyone's Hero (G)
	Open Season (PG)
7/8 & 9	Carebears 2 (G)
	Firehouse Dog (PG)
7/15 & 16	Pirates Who Don't Do Anything - Veggie Tales (G)
	Monster House (PG)
7/22 & 23	Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium (G)
	Bee Movie (PG)
7/29 & 30	Charlotte's Web (G)
	Surf's Up (PG)
8/5 & 6	Clifford's Really Big Movie (G)
	Alvin And The Chipmunks (PG)
8/12 & 13	Jonah: A Veggie Tale Movie (G)
	The Martian Child (PG)

Moms Scrapbooking Night
Date: The 1st Tues of every 1 month(s) from 5:00pm to 10:00pm
Ages: Adult Women Admission Fees: Cost: Donation to Dudley House (minimum $5)

Join us for our monthly Scrapbooking Night, the first Tuesday of every month at Dudley House.

Host: Sherilene Catanach

Reading Instruction for Adults
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Mon and Wed from 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Ages: Adults Admission Fees: FREE!

Free tutoring in reading!  If you know an adult who doesn't read, please tell them about this terrific FREE program at the Camarillo Library!

 

Site Coordinator: Deborah Fox.

Mondays & Wednesdays 4 - 7pm

 

Located in the Adult Learning Center.

Family Fun Night
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed (Jan 1-Dec 31)
Ages: 2 - 10 yrs.

Big interactive inflatables in a safe, secure, and air-conditioned indoor arena.  You and your family are bound to have a great time!  $8 per child (ages 2-10 only)  Parents free.  Don't forget your socks!  $1 off when you mention VenturaParent.com!

Open Play Basketball
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed (Jan 1-Dec 31)
Ages: all

Join us on Tuesday and Wednesday nights - 2 courts on a new wood floor!  All ages and abilities welcome.  $3 per person.  Closed on July 27.  Availability can change on short notice, so call for latest schedule.

STAR Club for Girls
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed (Jan 1-Dec 31)
Ages: Jr. High Girls

FREE drop in for girls.

Reading and Math Club
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Ages: 2.5 - 5 years

Reading Club:

Guest & parent readers, journaling, backpack fun and more.

 

Math Club: 

Children and parents play math games and work with manipulatives to build math skills.
 

Reading and Math Club alternate weeks.

 

 

Gull Wings Afternoon Crafts
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed from 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Ages: All Admission Fees: $4, Under 2 FREE

Bring your kids to Gull Wings for afternoon crafts and admission to the museum for $4 per child (under 2 free). New climbing wall is so fun!

Prueter Library Summer Reading Program
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Mon and Wed at 10:30am
Ages: 12-112 Admission Fees: FREE!
Special Instructions: Registration Required

# Tuesday, July 1 at 2 pm - Library Ant-ics! (part 1)
# Wednesday, July 9 at 2 pm - Catch the Reading Bug Magic Show!
# Tuesday, July 15 at 2 pm - Library Ant-ics! (part 2)
# Wednesday, July 23 at 2 pm - Creepy Crawly Cuisine!
# Tuesday, July 29 at 2 pm - Library Ant-ics! (part 3)
# Wednesday, August 6 at 2 pm - The Itsy Bitsy Bug Show
# Tuesday, August 12 at 2 pm - Library Ant-ics! (part 4)
# Wednesday, August 20 at 2 pm - BUG-ology The life of a bug!

 

 

H.P. Wright Library Summer Reading Program
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed (Jun 25-Aug 13) at 3:30pm
Admission Fees: FREE

# Wednesday June 25, 3:30 pm - Conjured Up by Shawn McMaster
# Wednesday July 2, 3:30 pm - The Magical Comedy of Jim Blantz - direct from the Magic Castle
# Wednesday July 9, 3:30 pm - Mad Science
# Wednesday July 16, 3:30 pm - Shirley Lorrain - The Art of Mime
# Wednesday July 23, 3:30 pm - Mountain Lion Foundation
# Wednesday July 30, 3:30 pm - Ojai Raptors
# Wednesday Aug. 6, 3:30 pm - Reptile Family
# Wednesday Aug. 13, 3:30 pm - Back to School Party

Baby & Me: "Bittie Babies" Class
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed from 9:30am to 2:00pm
Ages: 0 - 7 mos.
Special Instructions: Pay in Class

Become part of a caring group for parents with babies up to three months of age. Learn up-to-date recommendations about infant care, infant development and ways to cope with the emotional, social and physical transitions into parenthood. Just show up! Fees are accepted in class. See website for schedule of topics.

 

Class offered twice every Wednesday morning:  9:30-11am & 12:30-2pm

Adolfo Camarillo Ranch Tours
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Su, Wed and Sa (Jan 1-Dec 31) from 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Ages: all

The 1892 Victorian house, barn, stables and gardens have been restored and are open for FREE tours on Wednesdays and Sundays from noon to 4 pm. and Saturdays from 10 am - 2 pm.  Call for reservations and directions.

Pizza Night for Teens
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Ages: Teens

FREE drop-in program at the OVYF offices open to every interested teen!

Certified Farmers' Market
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed from 9:00am to 1:00pm
Ages: All Admission Fees: free

The freshest of produce, flowers, eggs, nuts, honey and potted plants available direct to the consumer from California farmers. Open year-round, rain or shine. Located in the front west parking lot.

Camarillo Library Summer Reading Program
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed (Jul 1-Aug 20) at 2:00pm
Ages: All Admission Fees: FREE!

* Wednesday June 25, 10 am & 2 pm - David Cousin: Juggler Extraordinaire*
* Wednesday July 2, 2 pm - Reptile Family: Lizards, Turtles, Snakes, Frogs & Bugs too!*
* Wednesday July 9, 2 pm - Shawn Mcmaster: Magic & Mayhem*
* Wednesday July 16, 2 pm - Bug Musical Program presented by Craig Newton*
* Wednesday July 23, 2 pm - Gypsy Folk Ensembel: Echoes of Polynesia*
* Wednesday July 30, 2 pm - Ruben Gerard: Mime & Comedy Program*
* Wednesday Aug. 6, 2 pm - The Icky, Yucky, Gross Bug Show*

Pulse Kids Djembe DJamming
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed (Jan 1-Dec 31)
Ages: 5-12 years

Join us for a journey through the Ivory Coast of Africa. Learn to play African rhythms on the djembe, bougaraboo's and djun djun's. Hear ancient stories, learn customs of the past and present and experience history as it comes to life through rhythm, dance and song. Instruments provided. No experience necessary, all levels & abilities welcomed, join the class at anytime, you don't have to wait until the first of each month.

 

$40 per 4 week session or $13 per class. 

Harbor Lights Summer Sprint Series Run-Walk-Swim
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed (Jan 1-Oct 1)
Ages: all

August 2 - Sept. 6:  Set your pace for six evenings of family friendly activities and competition. Run, walk or swim under the summer sun at Harbor Cove Beach (Mother's Beach) or along the promenade of the beautiful Ventura Harbor. Face painting, refreshments, kids games, raffles, jump house, live entertainment and much more. A benefit for youth programs and the Ventura College Cross Country all in the Ventura community. See website for registration information.

Urban Night Hike
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed (Jan 1-Dec 31)
Ages: all

Ventura Urban Hike: 5 mile urban hike up hill to Father Serra’s cross for spectacular scenic views of Ventura and Channel Islands, then down the hill to the ocean & pier, then along beach promenade to mouth of Ventura River. Meet at the fountain across the street from the San Buenaventura Mission at 6:45 pm. FREE Rain cancels. 

Summer Children's Events
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed (Jan 1-Oct 1)
Ages: all

Crafts, puppet shows and bird and reptile shows await you in Room 8 in the Main Library in Oxnard - every Wednesday afternoon through July 26.  See Calendar of Events for details of each show. 

Urban Evening Hike
Date: Every 1 week(s) on Wed (Jun 11-Dec 31) from 6:45pm to 9:00pm
Ages: All Admission Fees: FREE!
Special Instructions: Wear comfortable walking shoes

Meet across from the San Buenaventura Mission for a 4.5 mile hike up the hill to Father Serra's Cross and enjoy spectacular views of Ventura, the Channel Islands, and a sunset! Continue across the hillside, down to the ocean, and out to the end of the pier. Then along the promenade to the mouth of the Ventura River. Then up to Main St., and finally loop back to the San Buenaventura Mission.