Datebook

THURS., AUG. 1

Support for Singles

One Again Inc., Thousand Oaks Chapter, meets 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at United Methodist Church, 1049 Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village. Support and social organization for folks who are divorced, widowed, separated or alone. (805) 578-9389

Make Soap at Soka

Hands-on workshop, "Botanicals and Soap Making" from 7-9 p.m. at Soka University, 26800 W. Mulholland Hwy., Calabasas teaches customized soap making using herbs, fragrances. Materials $15. Reservations: (818) 878-3741

Clog for Fun, Fitness

Conejo Valley Cloggers teach all ages, all levels at 6:45 p.m. Thursdays at Old Meadows Park, 1600 Marview Drive, Thousand Oaks. $3.50-$5. (805) 527-6185

Flower Fanciers

Thousand Oaks African Violet Society meets 7 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 667 Camino Dos Rios, Thousand Oaks. Guests welcome. (805) 581-0014 Judy

FRI., AUG. 2

Walk To Get Fit

Personal fitness consultant Gail Holloway leads outdoor fitness and exercise walk from 9:30-11 a.m. at Soka University, 26800 W. Mulholland Hwy., Calabasas. Moderate hike plus 60-minute exercise session. Free with reservations: (818) 878-3741

For Italian-Americans

Branch 380 of Italian Catholic Federation meets 6:30 p.m. at St. Paschal Baylon Church, 155 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. Italian-American Catholics invited to join them in their spiritual, social events. (805) 529-2139 Andy

Networking Breakfast

Thousand Oaks-Westlake Village Regional Chamber of Commerce hosts T.G.I.F. Networking Breakfast from 7-9 a.m. at Clarion Palm Garden Hotel, 495 N. Ventu Park Road, Newbury Park. Theme is "A Community That Serves." $25. (805) 370-0035

Global Footwork

West Valley Folk Dancers teach Greek line dance, the Zagoritikos, and Romanian line dance, Preumblata, from 7:30-10 p.m. at Canoga Park Senior Center, 7326 Jordan Ave., Canoga Park. $3. (818) 591-9078

SAT., AUG. 3

Step Out, Step Lively

Thousand Oaks Fifty Plus Dance Club hosts dances from 7:30-10:30 p.m. tonight and Sat., Aug. 17 at Goebel Senior Adult Ballroom Center, 1385 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. Live music. $5-$7. (805) 381-2744

A Wonderful World

Bob Stone presents "Magic Wonders of the World" at the Newbury Park Branch Library, 2331 Borchard Road, Newbury Park at 1p.m. and the Thousand Oaks Library, 1401 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks at 4 p.m. Kids of all ages invited to a program exploring the wonders of our amazing world. Free. (805) 498-2139 or (805) 449-2660, ext. 213

A Garden-To-Be?

Garden lovers in Oak Park interested in helping start a community garden in Oak Park are invited to meet 9 a.m. in Deerhill Park, Oak Park. (818) 889-3533

Brisk Feet at Borchard

Pi-R Squares Dance Club hosts plus level square dances at 7 p.m. tonight and Aug. 17 at Borchard Community Center, Newbury Park. $6. (805) 492-1442

Some Fine Festivities

Hillcrest Inn Retirement Inn, 405 Hodencamp Road, Thousand Oaks, hosts "Partnership with the Community" anniversary celebration at 11 a.m. featuring barbecue, Harry Selvin Orchestra, prizes, and silent auction fundraiser to benefit Senior Concerns. Free. (805) 373-0606

SUN., AUG. 4

Disco Capital of Conejo

Get in the groove as Knight Fever presents a ‘70s disco tribute at 6 p.m. at Chumash Park, 5550 Medea Valley Drive, Agoura Hills at free Summer "Concerts in the Park" series presented by city of Agoura Hills Dept of Community Services and The Acorn Newspaper. Free cupcakes to first 500 on hand. (818) 597-7361

Do the Strauss Stroll

Join an easy-paced docent-guided stroll at 4 p.m. at oak-shaded, historically-rich Peter Strauss Ranch, 30000 Mulholland Hwy., at Troutdale Drive in Agoura. Ideal for families. (310) 535-9400

Rep. Waxman Visits

U.S. Rep. Henry Waxman (D-LA) will discuss America’s involvement in the Middle East at 7 p.m. at Renaissance Hotel, 30100 Agoura Road, Agoura Hills. Hosted by Temple Beth Haverim. Free. (818) 991-7111

A Healthy Destination

West Valley Community Health Expo from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Shomrei Torah Synagogue, 7353 Valley Circle Blvd., West Hills offers free health screenings, speakers, demonstrations, children’s activities, blood drive, raffle. Fundraiser for Israel’s emergency medical services. (818) 346-0811.

TUES., AUG. 6

Gee, it’s Genealogical

Conejo Valley Genealogical Society hosts Computer Interest group tonight (subject "Scanning Your Photos"), ice cream social sharing of treasure finds (Aug. 13) and education class featuring potpourri of information (Aug. 27) from 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays at Thousand Oaks Library, 1401 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. Free. (805) 496-0653

Some Good Leads

Thousand Oaks Leads Club professional networking club meets 7 a.m. Tuesdays at Mimi’s Cafe, 400 N. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks. Reservations: (805) 371-0188 Jane

WED., AUG. 7

Moms Helping Moms

La Leche League meets 10 a.m. at Newbury Park Library, 2331 Borchard Road, Newbury Park for mom-to-mom breastfeeding support and info for pregnant moms. Babies welcome. Free. (805) 493-2723 Liz

Ham Radio Rules

Ventura County Amateur Radio Society meets 7:30 p.m. at KADY-TV Building, 950 Flynn Road, Camarillo. Bob Paull will speak on "Present Day Digital Software for Amateur Radio Use." (805) 499-2743

JWI Potluck

Jewish Women International (JWI), Tikvah Chapter, invites guests and prospective members to their annual potluck dinner at 7 p.m. at the Chatsworth home of a member. RSVP (818) 591-1436 Susan

T.O. Kiwanis

Thousand Oaks Kiwanis Club meets 7:30 a.m. Wednesdays at the Plug Nickel, 717 Lakefield Road, Ste. I, Westlake Village. Meal provided. (805) 371-0122 Paul

C.V. Optimists

Conejo Valley Optimist Club meets noon Wednesdays at the Plug Nickel, 717 Lakefield Road, Ste. I, Westlake Village. Meal provided. (805) 375-6975 Gil

THURS., AUG. 8

Munch ‘n’ Model

Woodland Hills Woman’s Club hosts "Designs of Autumn" luncheon, fashion show and boutique beginning 10 a.m. at Calabasas Inn. Lunch at noon. Proceeds benefit local charities. $45. Reservations: (818) 703-1086

N.P. Rotary Club

Newbury Park Rotary Club meets 7:30 a.m. Thursdays at the Plug Nickel, 717 Lakefield Road, Ste. I, Westlake Village. Meal provided. (805) 498-2357 Steve

Find Out More...

About new Conjeo Valley chapter of Mothers & More, nonprofit support group for "sequencing women" who’ve altered their career paths to raise their children at home. First meeting is 7:30 p.m. at Cameron Center, 288 Greenmeadow Drive, Thousand Oaks. (818) 874-0780 Diane

The Martian Desert

Gary Peterson, Ph.D. of San Diego State University discusses "Exploring the Martian Desert" as guest speaker at 7:45 p.m. Conejo Gem & Mineral Club meeting at Newbury Park Branch Library, 2331 Borchard Road, Newbury Park. (805) 498-4220

Chamber Breakfast

Calabasas Chamber of Commerce hosts Chamber Breakfast at 7:15 a.m. at Water’s Edge Cafe at Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center, 23400 Park Sorrento, Calabasas. Program’s topic is "Time to Learn" $12. RSVP: (818) 222-5680

FRI., AUG. 9

Skate to this Movie

City of Calabasas Community Services Dept hosts "Movies Under the Stars" and "Family Skate Night" from 7-10 p.m. at De Anza Park, 3701 Lost Hills Road, Calabasas. Skating, music, games, food and special showing of a fun family movie. Bring skates! Free. (818) 880-6461

Sunrise Rotary Club

Sunrise Rotary Club of Westlake Village meets 7:30 a.m. Fridays at the Plug Nickel, 717 Lakefield Road, Ste. I, Westlake Village. Meal provided. (805) 494-9033 Harvey

SAT., AUG. 10

Alumni Fun

Bradley University Southern Calif. area Alumni Chapter hosts pre-soccer game tailgate party at 5 p.m. at Rose Bowl, Pasadena. $14 tickets to game, $5 party. Reservations: (310) 545-9310

Aerial Spectacle

Experimental Aircraft Association hosts Camarillo Air Show from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. today and tomorrow at Camarillo Airport, 555 Airport Way, Camarillo featuring vintage aircrafts, war birds, sport planes, military, experimental, etc., plus "A Salute to Heroes" and children’s activities. $6. (805) 985-7095

Sounds Kind of Meaty

Join National Park Service wildlife ecologist Seth Riley, Ph.D., for his lecture on "Carnivores in the City: Bobcats & Coyotes in the Fragmented Urban Landscape of Southern California" from 2-4 p.m. at National Park Service Visitor Center, 401 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks. Learn latest results of ongoing studies of wildlife in local mountains. Free. (805) 370-2301

Sail for Good Cause

Westlake Yacht Club hosts Sail A Thon from 9 a.m.-10 p.m. on the water of Westlake Lake, off Lindero Canyon and Triunfo Canyon Roads, Westlake Village, to raise funds for various charities. Also features a Vintage Car Show with vehicles from 1970 and earlier from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (805) 495-6823

Learn Winning Ways

Guest speaker Detroit Flanagan, Jr. will blend poetry and humor to lift spirits and teach how to have a winning life at 1 p.m. in community room at Agoura Hills Library, 29901 Ladyface Ct., Agoura Hills. Free. (818) 889-2278

SAT., AUG. 10

Photo Album Fix

UCLA Ventura County Bruins host "Organizing Your Photos--Creating Meaningful, Safe Scrapbook Albums" from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in meeting room of Newbury Park Branch Library, 2331 Borchard Road, Newbury Park. Free educational demonstration then purchase products from Creative Memories instructors. Fundraiser for UCLA Scholarship Fund. (818) 889-6544 Jen

SUN., AUG. 11

Best Bluegrass Around

National Park Service presents Sunday Concerts in the Park at Peter Strauss Ranch, 30000 Mulholland Hwy. at Troutdale Drive, Agoura: From 2-4 p.m., award-winning band Pacific Crest plays traditional Bluegrass music. Outdoors under shady oaks. Picnic on lawn. Free. (805) 370-2301

Ultimate in Dining

Senior Concerns "Ultimate Dining Experience" fundraiser at 5 p.m. in Grand Ballroom of Hyatt Westlake Plaza Hotel, 880 S. Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village, features five-course dinner prepared by prominent area chefs and highlighted by selected wines, plus silent, live auctions, music. Proceeds benefit community programs. $125. (805) 497-0189

MON., AUG. 12

Video Philes

Thousand Oaks Video Makers, a club for amateur video makers who share ideas on filming and editing videos, meets 7:30 p.m. in community room at Hawthorne Savings, 973 S. Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village. (818) 706-8136

TUES., AUG. 13

It’s More Fun With Two

Senior Couples Social Club meets 5-8 p.m. at a restaurant. Meet new friends, socialize with old friends. They plan some social activities. (805) 583-3979 Mary or Frank

Let’s Go Get Leafy

Soka University, 26800 W. Mulholland Hwy., Calabasas: Horticulturist Tom Hayduk leads a tour of Botanical Research Center and Nursery and Native Plant Demonstration Garden from 10-11 a.m. Free with reservations: (818) 878-3763