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The Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority is offering free summer programs at two of its local parks: the King Gillette Ranch and the Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Open Space Preserve. King Gillette Ranch is at 26800 Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas.
Family Fun Night
Every Tuesday throughout the summer (July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29) at 7 p.m. there will be evenings full of story-telling, songs, nature programs and marshmallows. Bring a blanket or chair. The marshmallows, skewers, and weather permitting, a great campfire will be provided. Last Tuesday is August 26. Meet at the parking lot to the left of the bridge. The evenings last an estimated 90 minutes.
Thur. July 3, 7:30 p.m.
Night Hike
Take a deeper look into the world of night where the magic of King Gillette Ranch meets the new-moon. Meet at the parking lot to the left of the bridge. 2 hours, easy walk.
Sun. July 13, 8 a.m.
Morning Birds
All year round, the habitats of King Gillette Ranch attract a wealth of bird life. Bring your binoculars and join us for a casual 1-mile walk. Beginning birders are welcome. Meet at the Botanic Center. 2 hours
The Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Open Space Preserve is at the end of Victory Blvd near its intersection with Valley Circle.
Fri. July 11, 8 p.m.
Trail to the Stars
Take a deeper look into astronomy. We will explore the wonders that the sky and park hold for us. Meet at the Victory Entrance. 1½-2 hours, moderate ½-mile hike.
July 4th
Happy Independence Day!
Sat. July 5
Dog Days of summer
A fun way for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd graders to practice their new reading skills in scheduled five-minute sessions with especially trained dogs and qualified handlers. Dogs can help young readers relax by listening patiently, allowing children to read at their own pace. The registered therapy dogs have been trained and tested for health, safety, appropriate skills and temperament. Please sign up in advance at the Children’s Help Desk. Location: Grant R. Brimhall Library. Time: 10 a.m. -11:30 a.m. and again 2-3 p.m. Contact: Children’s and Young Adult Services @ 805-449-2660, ext. 213.
Sun. July 6
Concert in the park
“Platinum Groove” performs Sunday, July 6th. Fireworks show following the concert at 8:45 p.m. The Concert Supporter for this concert is Waste Management/G.I. Industries. Concert starts at 6 p.m. Chumash Park, 5550 Medea Valley Drive, Agoura Hills. Free. (818) 597-7361.
Mon. July 7
What’s your
personality type?
Learn about yourself in this handwriting analysis workshop. This event is for teens in grades 6 and up and is part of the Summer Reading Program Metamorphosis @ your library. This is sponsored by the Friends of the Thousand Oaks Library. Program in repeated at Newbury Park Branch at 7 p.m. Grant R. Brimhall Library, 3-4:30 p.m. Help Desk @ 805-449-2660 ext. 213.
Mon. July 7
Kidstage performing arts enrichment class
The city of Agoura Hills Department of Community Services announces openings in KidStage, a fun-filled, energetic drama class for kids. Ages 6-11 years. Incorporates acting exercises and theatre games. The class will begin July 7 and runs through August 6, and is scheduled for Wednesdays from 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. $75. (818) 597-7361.
Monday July 7
Summer art camps
for children
The city of Agoura Hills Department of Community Services announces two new art camps for children: Cartoon Under the Sea Camp and Anime Cartoon Camp, to be held at Sumac Elementary School this summer. Cartoon Under the Sea Camp for children ages 6-9 is scheduled for July 7 –July 10 from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. This camp will teach children to draw a variety of sea creatures and will feature a large scene of the coral reef environment for the final project. $84. All materials are included. Anime Cartoon Camp for children ages 9-12 will engage children in a four-day adventure learning to draw cartoons in the Anime art style. The camp will focus on creating original Anime characters, using a variety of facial expressions and action movements. Anime Cartoon Camp is schedule for August 11 – August 18 from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $84, All materials are included. (818) 597-7361.
Sat, July 12
Friends of the Library
Used Book Sale
The Friends of the Thousand Oaks Library are sponsoring a Used Book Sale to benefit the Thousand Oaks Library. Select from a variety of books, including fiction, non-fiction, children’s, textbooks, and even some videos and DVDs at a fraction of the cost. Location: Newbury Park Branch Library. Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Mon. July 14
Conejo Orchid Society
The July meeting of the Conejo Orchid Society will be held on July 14th at 7 p.m. The meeting will be at the Westlake Village City Hall, 233300 Oak Crest drive. Speaker for this meeting will be Fred Clard from Sunset Orchids. He will speak on mid-sized catteleyas. Following the talk will be a raffle and refreshments. Free, guests are welcome. Call Janna at 805-278-2205 or Marian 818 889-1895.
Mon. July 14
Video camp for teens
The city of Agoura Hills Department of Community Services is offering a video camp for Teen ages 13-18 years. Students will learn to write, light, shoot, and edit their own videos and upload them to the Web. Final videos will be posted on a special website for families and friends to enjoy. Camp instructors have taught Video Production for Teens at Stanford University and UC Berkeley and have over 15 years of experience. July 14 – July 18 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. $495. Sibling discounts. (818) 597-7361.
Sun. July 20
Sixth Annual Jazz
Concert Series
Gardens of the World hosts its 6th annual Summer Jazz Concert Series. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a summer evening of cool jazz. Bring blankets or lawn chairs for your comfort. Parking available on Thousand Oaks Boulevard. Location: Gardens of the World, 2001 Thousand Oaks Boulevard. Time 5-6:30 p.m. Contact: Marianne Coulson @ 805-557-1135.
Sun. July 20
Concert in the park
Chet McCracken from the Doobie Brothers will be the featured artist performing on Sunday, July 20th. The Concert Supporter for the concert is Neftin Westlake VW/Mazda. 6:00 p.m. Chumash Park, 5550 Medea Valley Drive in Agoura Hills. Free. (818) 597-7361.
Sat. July 26
Movie in the park
The city of Agoura Hills Department of Community Services announces the third movie in the park for our summer “Movies in the Park” series for 2008. “Mrs. Doubtfire” will be the movie on Saturday, July 26th. The movie begins at dusk and is held at Reyes Adobe Park at 30400 Rainbow Crest Dr. in Agoura Hills. Free. (818) 597-7361.
Mon. July 28
Summer football camp
The city of Agoura Hills Department of Community Services announces that registrations are now being accepted for the “Summer Football Camp” for ages 9 - 14 years of age. The head coach of the Agoura Hills High School Football Team will offer a weeklong camp. The camp will be held the week of July 28 – August 1 from 4 – 6 .pm. at the Agoura Hills High School football field. $200. (818) 597-7361.