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Conejo Mountain Funeral Home, Memorial Park & Crematory presents its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 27, 2024 beginning at 11am. Event, free of charge to the public, will feature live patriotic music, guest speakers, displays and complimentary hot dogs and ice cream. Located at 2052 Howard Road, Camarillo.
Learn more at www.conejomountain.com/in-our-community.
Concerts by the Sea is a free concert series at Harbor View Park, 3600 Harbor Blvd.,. Oxnard on Saturdays from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Bring lawn chairs and blankets! Call 805.985.4852 or visit www.channelislandsharbor.org for more information.
The 2024 Lineup:
July 6: Nautical Thrust (Yacht Rock)
July 13: Psychedelic Summer (Woodstock Era Tribute Band)
July 20: Brandon Ragan Project (Funk)
July 27: Ignition Band (Classic Rock)
August 3: Los Amigos Band (Tex Mix, Cumbia)
August 10: Natalie Gelman (Contemporary and Folk)
August 17: Sean Wiggins (Country)
August 24: Unkle Monkey (Tropical Rock)
August 31: South Pasadena Transit Authority (Chicago Tribute)
Conejo Recreation and Park District presents free Movies at the Park at Thousand Oaks Community Park, 2525 N. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks this summer. Movies start at sundown. Family activities start an hour before the movie. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic dinner. FREE!
The lineup:
Friday, May 24: Jurassic Park (activities start at 7pm)
Friday, August 23: Jumanji (activities start at 6:30pm)
Friday, September 20: Moana (activities start at 6pm)
More information at www.crpd.org/events/moviesatthepark.
The Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History opens its popular summer exhibit Butterflies Alive! on Saturday, May 25, 2024.
Guests are invited to walk through a serene garden while nearly 1,000 live butterflies flutter freely around them. Various butterfly species cycle through the Sprague Butterfly Pavilion during the summer, so no two visits are the same.
The exhibit is included in admission and open Wednesday to Monday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Last entry into the pavilion is at 4:00 PM. Reservations are recommended at sbnature.org/tickets. Admission to the museum is $19 for ages 18-64, $17 for 65+ and 13-17, $14 for ages 2-12 and free for toddlers under age 2.
The Museum is also offering volunteer opportunities to guide guests through the unique experience. Adults who are able to commit to one 2.5-hour shift per week are encouraged to apply at sbnature.org/volunteer. Bilingual English/Spanish speakers and those available to volunteer on weekends are especially helpful in sharing this community favorite with the public.
About the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
Powered by Science. Inspired by Nature. Founded in 1916, the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History is a private, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a mission to inspire a thirst for discovery and a passion for the natural world. The Museum seeks to connect people to nature for the betterment of both, and prides itself on being naturally different. For more information, visit sbnature.org.
The City of Agoura Hills Department of Community Services and the DIY Home Center present the 2024 Summer Concerts in the Park. Concerts are held at 6pm on Sundays and are free of charge. (Donations are encouraged.)
All concerts will be held at Chumash Park, 5550 Medea Valley Drive, Agoura Hills, with the exception of the July 21st concert that will be held at the Agoura Hills High PAEC at 28545 W. Driver Avenue.
The lineup:
June 16: Fooz Fighters (Foo Fighters tribute)
July 7: Fantastic Diamond (Neil Diamond tribute) (show will be followed by a laser show at 9 p.m.)
July 21: Conejo Valley Community Concert and Jazz Bands at Agoura Hills PAEC
Aug 4: Blank Space (Taylor Swift tribute)
Aug 18: The Yacht Groove
For more information, call the Agoura Hills Recreation Center at (818) 597-7361 or visit www.agourahillsrec.org.
Camarillo Old Town Heritage Days Midsummer Block Party takes place July 10 through 14, 2024. Free admission and free live music. There will be carnival rides, food, local craft vendors, live music, live art, car show and much more. Schedule coming soon at www.camarillooldtown.org/heritage-days. Hours TBA.
Valley Cultural Foundation’s Free Concerts at Warner Park take place on Sunday evenings from June 16 to August 25, 2024 (except the Sunday after . All concerts start at 5:30 PM with Emerging Artists Opening Act performances. Headliners will follow shortly after and end at 8 PM.
Located at the Nora Ross Bandshell at the Lou Bredlow Pavilion at 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills. There is plenty of room for a late afternoon picnic with the family while being entertained by headline performers.
Street parking is available starting at 4:30pm. For more information, visit valleycultural.org/concerts-events/concerts.
June 16: Linda & Friends - Tribute to Linda Ronstadt
June 23: The Soul Juice Band
June 30: Strange Days - Tribute to The Doors
THURSDAY, July 4: Bob Blumenield’s July 4th Extravaganza, featuring Angela O’Neill and the Outrageous8. Details at valleycultural.org/event/2024-july-4th-extravaganza.
July 14: Foreigner Unauthorized – Tribute to Foreigner
July 21: Twisted Gypsy – Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
July 28: Red Corvette – Tribute to Prince
August 4: Wanted – Tribute to Bon Jovi
August 11: FABBA – Tribute to ABBA
August 18: Blank Space – Tribute to Taylor Swift
August 25: Aeromyth – Tribute to Aerosmith
Parking is available at structures located at 21800 Califa Street across from the park and opens at 4:30 pm (3 pm for 4th of July). Parking fees are a donation to the Foundation.
Free summer concerts at the Simi Civic Center Plaza will be back for a 11th year on designated nights in June through September 2024 from 6-9pm. Located on Tapo Canyon Road between the 118 Freeway and Alamo Street.
The lineup:
Saturday, June 29: 805 Social Club (Dance/Pop)
Saturday, July 13: Sidetracs (70s/80s Dance Party and Selena Tribute)
Saturday, July 27: Little Alice (Top 40 - 70s to Today)
Saturday, August 10: Ticket to Ride (Beatles Tribute)
Saturday, August 24: Live From Earth (Pat Benatar and Beyond Tribute)
Saturday, September 7: The Dirty Lowdown (Yacht Rock and 80s Dance Party)
Visit www.facebook.com/concertsinthecourtyard for more information.
Mark your calendars for the free Janss Marketplace Summer Concerts every Wednesday from June 19 through July 31, 2024 (except there is no concert on July 3, the day before the July 4th Spectacular at Janss Marketplace). Concerts are 6-8PM.
No reservations or tickets needed. Limited free seating provided at the outdoor concerts.
The 2024 Lineup:
June 19: K-Tel All Stars (Hits of the 70s) - Main Fountain
June 26: Mirage (Fleetwood Mac Tribute) - Food Court
July 10: Live From Earth (Pat Benatar Tribute) - Main Fountain
July 17: Ticket to Ride (Beatles Tribute) - Food Court
July 24: The Dirty Lowdown (70s/80s Hits) - Main Fountain
July 31: Love Your Illusion (Guns N’ Roses Tribute) - Food Court
More info at www.janssmarketplace.com. Janss Marketplace is located at Moorpark Road & Hillcrest Drive in Thousand Oaks.
Spend your summer Sundays with great live music at the 2024 Summer Sun Sets Concert Series at Calabasas Lake
The traditionally private Calabasas Lake opens its doors to concert goers, providing a scenic backdrop and ample field seating for picnickers. The public is encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and sweaters. Some fixed seating is available on a first come first served basis. All performances are free to the public.
Visit www.cityofcalabasas.com for more details. Free parking and admission to all events. Enter at the Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center at 23400 Park Sorrento. Concerts start at 6pm.
The Lineup:
June 2: Summer Nights - Tribute to Grease
July 21: On Tap Band - 80s/90s Hits
August 11: L.A.vations - Tribute to U2
August 25: Blue Breeze Band - R&B/Motown
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