CANCELLED Sipurbia Wine & Beer Festival at King Gillette Ranch in Calabasas on Saturday, September 12, 2020

On September 12th (new date), wine, beer, music, food, fun, and games join together to benefit the BumbleBee Foundation from 3 to 7 p.m. at the SIPurbia Wine & Beer Festival at King Gillette Ranch in Calabasas.

SIPurbia is a local festival in the burbs where you can find craft breweries and wineries together, with food trucks and live music from every decade that will get you dancing....all for a great cause!

SIPurbia will feature samples of craft beer and wine. Delicious food, awesome live bands/DJs, lawn games, and a variety of vendors will round out the day. There's something for everyone, so gather your friends and come have fun! All tickets include a souvenir tasting cup, samples of craft beer and wine, and live entertainment all day.

Proceeds will go to help support the BumbleBee Foundation, which assists families of pediatric cancer patients with financial, food, transportation, and other services, as needed. Spiritual guidance and counseling are also provided to comfort families through very trying times often experienced during their children’s therapy.

King Gillette Ranch is located 26800 Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas. Tickets can be purchased online at www.sipurbia.com.

CANCELLED 2020 Tower 2 Tower Stair Climb Fundraiser in Oxnard on Saturday, June 6th

2020 EVENT CANCELLED; TO RETURN IN 2021 www.facebook.com/Tower2TowerStairClimbOxnard/photos/a.642328759193439/3006506966108928/?type=3&theater

The Tower 2 Tower Stair Climb Hosted By Oxnard Fire Explorer Post 9244 is planned for Saturday, June 6, 2020 at Topa Financial Plaza Towers, 300 East Esplanade Drive, Oxnard. Check in starts at 9 am. Start by running up then back down the stairs in the 14-story City National Bank tower. Head out and cross the parking lot through a series of obstacles (obstacles are optional). This course will lead you to the larger Morgan Stanley tower. Enter the north stairs then race up 22 flights. Water will be available every seven floors and on the rooftop. Exit to the roof, cross the finish line, then take a moment to enjoy the spectacular view and to revel in your run.

50 floors, 1,089 stairs, 500 feet!

Post race, join your family and friends at Public Safety Day. Demos will be ongoing from Fire and Police Departments, K9s and other public safety teams from the county.  Enjoy music and food with the entire family. Food trucks on hand until 3pm.

Register at www.active.com/oxnard-ca/climbing/tower-2-tower-stair-climb-2020.

9th Annual OakHeart Country Music Festival in Thousand Oaks on DATE TBA

The Rotary Club of Westlake Village hosts the 9th Annual OakHeart Country Music Festival at Conejo Creek Park South, Thousand Oaks on a date TBA.

Two stages, 11 artists, full bar area, two beer gardens, food trucks, vendors, kids' area, game/activities and line dancing all day. Buy tickets and learn more at www.OakHeartCMF.com. Kids 12 and under free.

POSTPONED 8th Annual "Walk to End Genocide" and Experiential Fair in Thousand Oaks on April 19, 2020

POSTPONED TO DATE TBA DUE TO COVID-19 EMERGENCY

The 8th Annual Walk to End Genocide and Experiential Fair is Sunday, April 19, 2020 at Temple Etz Chaim/United Methodist Church of Thousand Oaks, 1080 E. Janss Road in Thousand Oaks from 12:30pm to 2:30pm. Event includes 5K walk and rally, arts and crafts for the kids and more.

The Walk to End Genocide raises awareness and funds to provide vital resources for those suffering from the horrors of genocide. With your help, we will raise thousands of dollars to help realize a better future for people around the world suffering human rights abuses. Anyone and everyone can help! Join or start a walk team, walk as an individual, make a donation, volunteer or become a sponsor! There is no fitness requirement for this family-friendly walk, so everyone can participate.

To learn more and to register, visit www.walktoendgenocide.org.

VIRTUAL ONLY PrayFit 5K, 10K & 1 Mile Walk-N-Roll in Westlake Village on Saturday, May 2, 2020

AS A RESULT OF THE CORONAVIRUS SITUATION, RACE WILL BE “VIRTUAL” IN 2020

Benefiting kids affected by disability, the 2nd Annual PrayFit 5K & 1-Mile Walk-N-Roll will be hosted by Calvary Community Church in Westlake Village on Saturday, May 2, 2020.

Registration includes finisher medals, t-shirts and age group awards for the 5K/10K.

100% of the proceeds of The PrayFit 5K will go to benefit kids and families affected by disabilities.

More information at www.prayfit.org.

CANCELLED Rotary Club of Camarillo 37th Annual Magic Show on Saturday, March 14, 2020

CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19 SITUATION

The Rotary Club of Camarillo presents its 36th Annual Magic Show at the Theater on High Street in Moorpark on March 14, 2020.  There will be two performances - 3 pm and 7:30 pm. 

Six great performers from the Magic Castle will be there, including Ed Alonzo, Brandon Scott, Lindsay Benner, Dana Daniels and his Parrot and Paul Dwork.

Tickets are available for $45 at Merlin's Magic, 699 Mobil Ave, Camarillo, or call 805-388-7669, or email paul@magicmagicmagic.com.  Seating is limited.  Proceeds will benefit local charities through the Camarillo Rotary Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

Rotary is a worldwide volunteer organization with more than 1.2 million members in 200 countries.  Rotarians provide humanitarian services and build goodwill and peace in communities around the world.  For more information, see www.rotary.org.

POSTPONED Red Cross Ventura County Operation Ride for the Red on May 16, 2020

POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19 PANDEMIC

The American Red Cross of Ventura County announces the kickoff of its 4th annual Operation: Ride for the Red cycling event on Saturday, May 16, 2020.

There will be three rides going through Ventura County, a century (100 miles), a metric century (60 miles) and a half metric century (30 miles). Each registered rider will receive a rider bag with several free items.

Event participants are also encouraged to reach out to friends, family and supporters to help raise additional funds for the Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces (SAF) program.

The Red Cross is able to help local military families thanks to the generosity of donors who support the SAF program.

Operation: Ride for the Red was created by passionate, local volunteers eager to share the story and history of the Red Cross SAF program. Since 9/11, the Red Cross has served more than one million military families, and it is the only military service organization that supports military families from the day they enlist through their time as a veteran. 

Register to ride, make a donation, or learn more about sponsorship opportunities at www.redcross.org/local/california/central-california/about-us/news-and-events/events/operation-ride-for-the-red.html

About The American Red Cross

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit www.redcross.org/local/california/central.

CANCELLED/POSTPONED 10th Annual Moorpark Beer & Wine Festival on Saturday, March 28, 2020

POSTPONED TO FUTURE TBA DATE AS A RESULT OF COVID-19 EMERGENCY

The Moorpark Morning Rotary Club announces the Moorpark Beer Tasting Festival from 5pm to 9pm on Saturday, March 28, 2020 at Arroyo Vista Community Park. Last pour at 8:30pm.

Tickets available at www.moorparkbeerfestival.com beginning Monday, January 13th. Early bird special for one week only - $29 per ticket. $50 at the door.

Event will feature numerous craft breweries, wineries, live entertainment and great local food vendors.

This event is the annual fundraiser of the Moorpark Morning Rotary Club.  Started in 2009, the event has become a staple in the Moorpark community calendar and funds the Moorpark Morning Rotary Club’s philanthropic efforts throughout the year.  Proceeds will benefit the Moorpark Morning Rotary Club Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, which uses the funds to support local schools and community organizations.

2020 Ronald McDonald House Charities Walk for Kids Ventura on Sunday, April 5th

Ronald McDonald House Charities Walk for Kids Ventura is planned for April 5, 2020 at San Buenaventura State Beach, 901 San Pedro Street, Ventura.

Walk for Kids is a fun, family-friendly 5K walk along the promenade at San Buenaventura State Beach. All proceeds from the event will benefit the future Ronald McDonald Family Room at Ventura County Medical Center.

Form a team or walk as an individual - $25 registration fee, Kids under 18 free - all registered walkers receive a free t-shirt. Schedule: 7am registration, 8:30am program, 9am walk begins, 11am walk ends.

Learn more and sign up at walkforkids.org/ventura.

2020 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County Golf Classic in Moorpark on April 27th

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County hosts its annual Golf Classic on Monday, April 27, 2020 at Moorpark Country Club, 11800 Championship Drive.

Ventura County’s premier charity golf tournament, and BBSVC’s longest-running signature event! Enjoy a day on prestigious greens, swag, food, drink, and an evening of fun. This event sells out every year…so confirm your spot today!

The agency welcomes back its returning event sponsors, including long time Title Sponsor, Select Workforce Specialists. A complete list of sponsors can be viewed at bbsvc.org/golf. Those interested in sponsoring or participating in the Golf Classic, are asked to contact Rene’ Solem at 805-603-4938 or visit www.bbsvc.org/golf for more information.

About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County

Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBSVC) has been helping youth in Ventura County and neighboring communities realize their potential for over 45 years. Facilitating more than 1,500 one-to-one mentoring relationships annually, BBSVC is committed to bringing this life-changing program to every child who needs it. BBSVC is an independent 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that depends on private donors for 75% of its funding. To donate, become a mentor, or learn more, please call 805-484-2282 or visit www.bbsvc.org