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House of Bamboo tiki lounge is in process of being built at 2227 Ventura Blvd in Old Town Camarillo, between Elm and Fir, across from the Studio Channel Islands Art Center. No other details or timing at this time, other than this looks to be quite a unique place. Follow @hobtiki on Instagram for updates.
2024 Dallas Cowboys Training Camp presented by American Airlines will be open for fans to attend practice sessions in Oxnard from July 25th through August 21st. Fans can attend all practice sessions open to the public, starting with the first workout on Thursday, July 25th until the final open practice on Wednesday, August 21st. Location is the River Ridge Playing Fields next to the Residence Inn at River Ridge at 2501 West Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard.
Training Camp in Oxnard will be highlighted by the annual camp opening ceremony – Cowboys Back Together Weekend presented by American Airlines – as the team welcomes fans back to training camp on Saturday, July 27th. The Cowboys Back Together Weekend event will begin at 9 am PT as fans enjoy live entertainment, appearances by Cowboys Alumni, Dallas Cowboys mascot Rowdy, a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders autograph signing, exclusive merchandise, prizes, giveaways and more! The opening ceremony will take place at 10 am PT which will include a performance by the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and remarks from Owner, President and General Manager Jerry Jones before the open practice session at 10:30 am PT.
On Wednesday, July 31st, the team will host Heroes Appreciation Day presented by USAA to show their gratitude towards military personnel and first responders. The Team will host 200 local active Military members to take part in a VIP experience and watch practice.
Admission is FREE, no tickets needed. There will be autograph opportunities, Dallas Cowboys cheerleader appearances, live weekend entertainment, Cowboys merchandise for sale, food and drinks available for purchase, field access and more.
Fans will have the option to purchase VIP or Sideline Access to the training camp. Tickets go on sale July 16th. Sideline Access / Early Entrance is $20. VIP YAAMAVA’ Platform Early Entrance is $250. More information at www.dallascowboys.com/training-camp..
Thursday, July 25 - 11:30 am Open Practice. Gates open at 9:30 am.
Friday, July 26 - 11:30 am Open Practice. Gates open at 9:30 am.
Friday, July 26 - 4:00-6:00 pm - Oxnard Fan Night hosted by Visit Oxnard at The Collection at RiverPark featuring the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and an appearance from Cowboys Mascot Rowdy, with opportunities for photos and autographs. This event will also include Dallas Cowboys trivia, contests, giveaways, and more. Event will also feature host ZEALE of rap duo Blackillac, plus performances by local dance crews, an appearance by a Cowboys legend and more.
Saturday, July 27 – Cowboys Back Together Weekend & Opening Ceremony - 9:00 am Doors Open. 10:00 am Opening Ceremony. 10:30 am Open Practice
Sunday, July 28 – Cowboys Back Together Weekend - 11:30 am Open Practice. Doors open 9:30 am.
Tuesday, July 30 - 11:30 am Open Practice. Doors open 9:30 am.
Wednesday, July 31 – Heroes Appreciation Day presented by USAA - 11:00 am Open Practice. Doors open 9 am.
Friday, August 2 - 11:00 am Open Practice. Doors open 9 am.
Saturday, August 3 - 11:00 am Open Practice. Doors open 9 am.
Monday, August 5 - 11:00 am Open Practice. Doors open 9 am.
Tuesday, August 6 - 11:00 am Open Practice. Doors open 9 am.
Thursday, August 8 - 2:00 pm Scrimmage vs. Los Angeles Rams
Friday, August 9 - 11:00 am Open Practice. Doors open at 9 am.
Sunday, August 11 – PRESEASON GAME 1 @ LOS ANGELES RAMS 1:25 pm SoFi Stadium
Tuesday, August 13 - 11:00 am Open Practice. Doors open at 9 am.
Thursday, August 15 - 11:00 am Open Practice. Doors open at 9 am.
Saturday, August 17 – PRESEASON GAME 2 @ LAS VEGAS RAIDERS - 7:00 pm Allegiant Stadium
Monday, August 19 - 11:00 am Open Practice. Doors open at 9 am.
Tuesday, August 20 - 11:00 am Open Practice. Doors open at 9 am.
Wednesday, August 21 - 11:00 am Open Practice. Doors open at 9 am.
Driving Directions
Northbound on the 101 freeway from Los Angeles: Exit Oxnard Boulevard. Turn RIGHT. Make your first LEFT onto Town Center Drive. Make a LEFT onto Ventura Road. Travel 1 mile and it will be on your RIGHT before Vineyard Ave. (watch for traffic lines at the entrance to the parking lot).
Parking at River Ridge Playing Field opens at 8 am on weekdays and 7:30 am on weekends and the cost is $10 weekdays for small vehicles (cars/trucks) and $20 for large vehicles. Weekends are $20 for small vehicles and $40 for large vehicles. Cash only.
No bicycles, backpacks (small diaper bag ok), coolers, ice chests, outside food and pets. No strollers in the bleacher area. No tailgating or alcohol allowed.
Historical Note: The Cowboys have been training in Oxnard in the majority of years since 2001 (the years they were elsewhere were 2002-2003, 2007, 2009-2011 and 2020). They also trained at Cal Lutheran in Thousand Oaks from 1963 to 1989.
UPDATE: Lola Betty’s Kitchen will be opening on Saturday, August 10th,from noon to 6pm. www.facebook.com/lolabettyskitchen
Lola Betty's Kitchen Filipino Cuisine is coming soon to 2071 Ventura Boulevard in Old Town Camarillo. This spot was previously occupied by drive-through market Quik & Ezy, which closed in early 2020. lolabettyskitchen.com
O-R Thai Cuisine, which closed last month at The Oaks mall, plans to re-open soon at 5653 Kanan Road, next to Italia Deli, in the space previously occupied by Cuckoo Rooster. Check for updates at www.facebook.com/orauthenticthaicuisine.
The City of Agoura Hills Summer Beach Bus is back for 2024. Runs June 17 to August 16 (except July 4) Monday through Friday from three designated locations to/from Zuma Beach. Service is $2 each way. Exact change required. Open to anyone (not just Agoura Hills residents). www.agourahillscity.org/department/community-services-parks-recreation/beach-bus.
The City of Thousand Oaks is offering Summer Beach Bus Service in 2024 from June 17 to August 10 (except July 4) to Zuma Beach and Ventura Harbor Beach (new this year). Two round trips will be available daily Monday through Friday. to Zuma and Saturday to Ventura Cove Beach. The fare is $4.00 round trip ($1.00 for seniors ages 65+ and persons with disabilities) cash only and is collected in person at the time of boarding. Students from kindergarten through college can ride the Beach Bus for free.
The City of Moorpark is offering round trip bus service to/from Harbor Cove Beach in Ventura this year on Wednesdays through Fridays, June 19 to August 16. $5 round trip for adults/students. $2 for seniors. Must have exact change. Free for ages 5 and under (accompanied by fare paying passenger age 16+). See www.moorparkca.gov/821/Beach-Bus
Louie’s is now open at the Westlake Village Inn in the former Bogie’s at 32001 Agoura Road in Westlake Village. Open for dinner at 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Live music and dancing most nights. Visit www.clublouies.com for more information.
The 99 Cents Only Store at 950 East Avenida De Los Arboles in Thousand Oaks, along with all other 99 Cents Only stores, recently closed its doors due to the company’s financial issues. However, just a few weeks later, there is a “coming soon” sign up on the building.
In late May, Dollar Tree announced it would be purchasing up to 170 of the closed 99 Cents Only store locations and will be reopening them later this Fall.
Prior to 99 Cents Only opening at this location in early 2013, the Roller Dome roller skating facility operated here from May 1995 until October 2010.
The family-friendly light experience, Imaginarium “Where Light Meets Magic,” is brightening summer nights in Camarillo with over one-and-a-half acres of dazzling displays and luminescent wonder for a limited engagement at the Camarillo Premium Outlets.
Imaginarium is a spectacular world of enchanting forests, storybook creatures and a luminescent flower field with over 20,000 gorgeous LED roses. The exclusive engagement, running from June 14 through August 4, encompasses more than 20 eye-catching attractions, zones and experiences and includes over five million vibrant lights.
Imaginarium at Camarillo Premium Outlets’ unique collection of visual delights and incomparable attractions includes:
The Rose Garden – a dreamlike garden filled with over 20,000 gorgeous LED roses in full bloom. The luminous garden setting is perfect for a romantic date night stroll and has even been the backdrop for several marriage proposals.
The Enchanted Forest – a whimsical land of fantasy inhabited by more than 25 larger-than-life interactive creatures illuminated by millions of twinkling lights.
Endless Mirrors – visitors can step into a kaleidoscope of mirror chambers where every turn reveals a journey into a realm of boundless fascination. Each of the nine imaginative rooms will leave guests spellbound and immersed in the illusion of unending light.
Photo Boxes – guests can snap memories that will last a lifetime surrounded by visually captivating settings filled with flowers, hearts, lights, stars and more.
Immersive Activity Rooms – adults and kids alike can navigate through laser mazes, manipulate interactive art, jump on bouncing balls or maneuver through a field of punching bags as they venture through each entertaining room.
Circus Performances – delight in a collection of fantastic human feats & astonishing stage performances. The circus will present three free performances each night.
Imaginarium at the Camarillo Premium Outlets, located at 740 E. Ventura Blvd., will be open from 7 to 11 p.m. on Tuesday through Thursday and on Sundays; and from 6:30 to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Snacks and beverages are available for purchase. General admission tickets start at $21 per person, with discount ticket prices available for children ages three to 12, seniors over 62 and military with valid I.D. Children under three are free. Parking is free. Additional information and tickets can be found at imaginarium360.com and by calling (725) 272-2700.
About Imaginarium:
Founded in 2011 by a team of entertainment fanatics who set out to create the first-ever Chinese Lantern Festival in the United States, the International Culture Exchange Group has to date successfully launched over 50+ acclaimed family entertainment attractions. Follow Imaginarium on Instagram and become a fan on Facebook at @imaginarium360. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit imaginarium360.com or call (725) 272-2700.
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