THURS., SEPT. 23

THURS., SEPT. 23

Vat in Vorld Is Virsky?

Ukraine folk dance ensemble Virsky will perform at 7:30 p.m. in Kavli Theatre at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. $23-$43. (805) 449-2787

All About Fraud

Mitch Disney from Ventura County District Attorney’s office will discuss "Consumer Fraud" at the 1 p.m. meeting of AARP Simi Chapter No. 3605 at Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi. Nonmembers welcome. (805) 527-8304

Re/Max Mixer

Agoura/Oak Park/Las Virgenes Chamber of Commerce hosts networking mixer and grand opening at 5:30 p.m. of Re/Max on the Boulevard, 746 Lindero Canyon Road, Oak Park featuring food and door prizes. (818) 889-3150

Garden Party Business

National Association of Women Business Owners hosts an installation of 2004-05 board and committee orientation and garden party at 5:30 p.m. at Gardens of the World, 2001 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks. $50. For details: www.nawbovc.org.

Dems Host Iraq Vet

Omar Masry, who just returned from a year of military service in Iraq and is helping with his mother’s candidacy for state assembly, will be guest speaker when Ventura County 4 Kerry organization meets at 7 p.m. in Orchid Room, Gardenia Section, UFCW Building, 816 Camarillo Springs Road, Camarillo. (818) 880-3755

FRI., SEPT. 24

Virtual Hillman

Gregory Hillman’s Band plays from 8 to 10:45 p.m. at Virtual World Cafe, 5653 Kanan Road, Agoura Hills. $5 cover, food and non-alcoholic drinks available for purchase. (818) 264-9161

Go Native with Tom

Horticulturist Tom Hayduk leads a tour of Soka University’s Botanical Research Center and Nursery and the John and Juliana Gensley Native Plant Demonstration Garden from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on the campus at 26800 W. Mulholland Hwy., Calabasas. Free with reservations: (818) 878-3763

Most Happy Fella

With music and book by Frank Loesser, it’s no wonder "The Most Happy Fella" is an award-winning musical "of operatic proportions." Actors Co-Op will present the show beginning at 8 p.m. tonight at Crossley Terrace Theatre, 1760 N. Gower St., Hollywood, continuing through Nov. 14, with show times at 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturdays, 2:30 p.m. Sundays. $22-$27. (323) 462-8460

Sweep up Information

MOPS (that stands for Mothers of Preschoolers) meet from 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. at Vineyard Community Church, 2697 Lavery Court, Ste. 7, Newbury Park. (805) 375-2103

SAT., SEPT. 25

Puppet Perfection

The Cashore Marionettes perform in "Simple Gifts" at 7 p.m. in the Scherr Forum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd. For ages 7 to adult. The puppet show features a combination of finely detailed marionettes, classical music underscoring and miniature set pieces. $14-$20. (805) 449-2787

One Funny Tomato

Singer-actress Rita Andriello performs her one-woman comical journey about life in an Italian-American household at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paschal Baylon Church, 155 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, preceded by complimentary wine and dessert reception 7 to 7:30 p.m. $18. (805) 495-5680

A Spin on Fairy Tales

Conejo Children’s Theatre presents the Stephen Sondheim musical "Into the Woods Jr." at 1 and 4 p.m. today and Sun., Sept. 26 and Sat.-Sun., Oct. 2-3 at 351 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks. $8. (805) 495-3715

Dance Shoes

Buckles & Bows Square Dance Club hosts plus level square dance from 7 to 10:45 p.m. at Borchard Community Center, 190 N. Reino Road, Newbury Park. $5. (805) 499-2920

Music’ll Wipe You Out

Guitarist Jim Fuller, composer of classic ’60s surfer anthem "Wipe Out" along with his band The Beatnik will perform at 4 p.m. in Kingsmen Park on the California Lutheran University campus, 60 W. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks. (805) 493-3151

Promenade for Art

The Artists of the Promenade will display their fine art from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. today and tomorrow in front of Bristol Farms at the Westlake Promenade, at the corner of Thousand Oaks and Westlake boulevards, Westlake Village.

Worth the Drive

The Benedictine monks of St. Andrew’s Abbey host 47th annual Fall Festival opening at 9 a.m. both today and tomorrow on their 800-acre ranch in Valyermo in Antelope Valley’s San Gabriel Mountains featuring music, arts and craft exhibits, flea market, pony rides, farm animals, vesper dance celebration, etc. Free admission, parking $4. (661) 944-2178

SUN., SEPT. 26

Drive Me

Crazy, Red!

Red Line Corvettes in conjunction with Thousand Oaks Police Department and Conejo Recreation and Park District host 11th annual car show from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Conejo Creek Park, Thousand Oaks, with raffles, awards, food and drink plus entertainment with show cars coming from all over the state, circa 1953 to model year 2004. Fundraiser for local Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program. Free admission for spectators. (805) 499-3152

Lush Setting for Fest

The lush gardens of the Westlake Village Inn, 31943 Agoura Road, Westlake Village are the setting for the third annual Global Wine & Food Festival benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Conejo & Las Virgenes from 2 to 5 p.m. featuring cooking demonstrations, live music, traditional grape stomp, more than 50 wineries represented and sample culinary delights from local eateries. $60. (818) 880-8577

O, To Be Swedish!

Scandinavian Autumnfest and Marknad (marketplace) will be presented from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Vasa Park, 2854 Triunfo Canyon Road, Agoura featuring Swedish Royal Court, Scandinavian food and beer, traditional music, folk dancing, market with foods, etc., plus all-day entertainment. Breakfast 9 to 11 a.m., barbecue 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. $5. (877) 354-1874

The Flea That Roared

Malibu Lions Club Flea Market is an annual fundraising event with all proceeds going to charity. It will be presented from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 23555 Civic Center Way in mid-Malibu. (818) 706-0233

Get on the Dance Ball

U.S. Amateur Ballroom Dancers Assn., Ventura County Chapter #422, will host a "Back to School Dance" at the Simi Valley Adult Center, 3900 Avenida Simi. Dance music by Lana, the dance teacher DJ. Beginners’ American tango lesson at 2:30 p.m., music for open dancing from 3 to 5:30 p.m. $5 to $10. (805) 488-4310

Art of Origami

Kids’ Adventure Garden at Conejo Valley Botanic Garden, 350 W. Gainsborough Road, Thousand Oaks presents an origami (paper folding) craft class ongoing from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for kids ages 4 to 10. $1. (818) 889-0560

Fall into Some Fun

Fourth annual Fall Festival from 2 to 7 p.m. will feature live music, kids’ activities, games, prizes, food, show of classic cars and more at St. Maximilian Kolbe, 5801 Kanan Road, Westlake Village. (818) 991-3915, (805) 358-0706

Wildlife Dossier

California Wildlife Center hosts its semi-annual Open House from noon to 4 p.m. at 26026 Piuma Road, Calabasas. Kids welcome. Educational presentations to help public learn about living with wildlife. (818) 222-2658

She Tickles Ivories

Louise Thompson, DMA, an "internationally renowned" pianist, will perform a piano concert at 4 p.m. at Louise Cabral’s Agoura home. Meet the artist, enjoy refreshments. $20. For reservations and directions: (818) 707-0589

TUES., SEPT. 28

Keep Things Cordial

"Take Financial Control of Your Divorce" workshop teaches a method for an inexpensive cooperative divorce without going to court. Led by Kathy Murray at 10 a.m. at Moorpark Community Center, 799 Moorpark Ave., Moorpark. (805) 517-6261

WED., SEPT. 29

Everyone’s Got a Story

Author/teacher Louise Cabral will teach a "Life Writing" seminar at 7 p.m. in her Agoura home. Bring writing material and be prepared to learn how to write the most fascinating story of all, that of your own life. Free with reservations. Directions supplied when you call (818) 707-0589

THURS., SEPT. 30

Open House

Woodland Hills Woman’s Club hosts an Open House at 11 a.m. to welcome new and prospective members. Open to all women interested in community service. For location and more details, call Jean Wiedmeier at (818) 223-8724

FRI., OCT. 1

Don’t Miss RSVP

Reservations due by today for Agoura/Oak Park/Las Virgenes Chamber of Commerce’s annual luncheon honoring Lost Hills/Malibu Sheriff’s Station and Ventura Sheriff’s Department at 11:30 a.m. on Thurs., Oct. 14 at Lindero Country Club, 5719 Lake Lindero Drive, Agoura Hills. Penland Award and Agoura Beautiful Award also to be presented. $20-25. (818) 889-3150

Moorpark Mayor Chats

Moorpark Active Adult Center, 799 Moorpark Ave. hosts a Mayor’s Forum at 10 a.m. Hear about the state of the city, ask questions. Reservations: (805) 517-6261

SAT., OCT. 2

Strictly for Kids

Children’s Festival of the Arts is from noon to 3 p.m. at Conejo Creek Park North, 1379 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks and features hands-on arts and crafts, music and entertainment. Free. (805) 381-2793

Native Plant Sale

Soka University, 26800 W. Mulholland Hwy., Calabasas hosts 10th anniversary Native Plant Sale from 9:30 to 11:45 a.m. featuring more than 70 species of Santa Monica Mountain natives. Free admission. (818) 878-3763

Artists Studio Tour

From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and tomorrow meet artists at their studios during Valley Artists Studio Tour. A "Meet the Artists" reception will be from 7 to 9 p.m. tonight at Canoga Park Youth Art Center. $20-$25. (818) 706-2542

Simi Gets Artsy

Art show and sale sponsored by Simi Valley Art Association is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and from 1 to 5 p.m. tomorrow at Simi Valley Library, 2969 Tapo Canyon Road, Simi Valley. Original artworks will be available for purchase. Free admission. (805) 584-1850

A Wheel Fun Event!

City of Agoura Hills Department of Community Services hosts 15th annual Bike Rodeo for ages 6 to 14 in playground area at Yerba Buena Elementary School, 5844 Larboard Lane, Agoura Hills from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Parents can learn how to keep their young cyclists safe by checking how the bike fits the kid and the helmet too. Free raffle for bicycle items. Register free on site. (818) 597-7361

One Pie-Gorgin’ Party

15th annual Malibu Pie Festival from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the green at Malibu Country Mart, 3835 Cross Creek Road, mid-Malibu (near Pepperdine) offers home- made pie, pie-eating contest (no hands or utensils allowed!), live music, special kids’ activities, silent auction items. Have some fattening fun. (310) 457-7505

Kids Bugging You?

If they are, load ’em in the SUV and bring them to the "Creepy Crawly Creature Feature: Entomology Expo for Kids" from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today and tomorrow at the Star Eco Station, 10101 W. Jefferson Blvd., Culver City. Hundreds of bugs, spider and butterfly species, maybe even some that eat misbehaving kiddies, ha-ha! Meet scientists and specialists, enjoy crafts, games and food. $5 to $7. (310) 842-8060

How to Hula Squarely

Pi-R Square Dance Club hosts two dances this month; tonight from 7 to 10:30 p.m. and on Sat., Oct. 30 it’s the Halloween Howl Luau & 44th anniversary dance featuring a sit-down dinner from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Cost of dinner and dance is $12.50. Costumes optional. Both events at Borchard Community Center, 190 N. Reino Road, Newbury Park. (805) 492-1442

SUN., OCT. 3

An Appeal for Autos

19th annual Westlake Auto Show will be at Westlake Plaza Centre parking lot, adjacent to Hyatt Westlake Plaza Hotel, on corner of Townsgate Road and Village Glen, featuring American classics, antiques and sports cars, hosted by Thousand Oaks-Westlake Village Regional Chamber of Commerce. Fee to exhibit a vehicle is $25. Admission $4-$7. Call for hours. (805) 370-0035

Sounds Like Nutty Fun

Fourth annual Fall Acorn Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Malibu Creek State Park, on Malibu Canyon Road just south of its junction with Mulholland Hwy. in Calabasas, features live entertainment, native wildlife encounters, kids’ crafts, astronomy show and raffle. $8 per car. (818) 889-6238

Celebrating Music

Acacia Elementary School, 55 W. Norman Ave., Thousand Oaks hosts its inaugural MusicFest & Carnival from 1 to 5 p.m. featuring carnival games and attractions, crafts, food and concessions, a silent auction, the New West Symphony Van, karaoke and live musical performances by local artists of all ages. Kids encouraged to come dressed as their favorite composer or musician and participate in musical costume parade. Ticket info: (805) 495-5550

Discover Local Picasso

You never know until you go! Westlake Village Art Guild hosts the Conejo Valley Studio Tour where local artists will open their studios to the public. It’s a fundraiser for Guild’s student scholarship program. Tour begins with tickets and maps available at Graphaids, Inc. Art Store, 30135 Agoura Road, Agoura Hills and ends at Gallery at the Landing, 32107 Lindero Canyon Road, Ste. 108, Westlake Village. Artists will sell their work and donate 10 percent of proceeds to scholarship fund. $15. (818) 889-4748 or (805) 496-9965

West Hills Gets Happy

Inaugural West Hills Fall Fest is 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at West Hills Center, at Saticoy and Woodlake, featuring live entertainment, theatrical performances, folklore groups, open-mike performers plus beer garden, raffle, Kids’ Corner and information on local businesses and community resources. Free. (818) 884-4222

FRI., OCT. 8

A Passion for Tango

"A mythical dance, tied to love and seduction." If you can handle it, don’t miss "Tango Pasion" from Buenos Aires at 8 p.m. in Kavli Theatre at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd. Features "the best tango orchestra in the world and many of the world’s greatest tango dancers." $28-$48. (805) 449-2787

SAT., OCT. 9

Let’s Get Bowling

Rotary Club of Simi Sunset hosts Bowl-A-Thon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Brunswick Valley Bowl, 5255 Cochran St., Simi Valley. Proceeds benefit local community improvement projects and more. First person to roll a perfect 300 game wins a car valued at $30,000. Start practicing! (805) 501-4078

SUN., OCT. 10

Festive in Moorpark

Moorpark Festival of Arts is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Moorpark Civic Center and Walnut Canyon Theater and features fine art display, photo exhibit, demonstrations of jewelry and pottery making, Moorpark Chamber Ensemble performance, Moorpark College dancers and musicians, Ballet Folkorico and Jaminators, blues, rock and reggae band, storytellers, hands-on chalk art and Walnut Canyon school’s talented students entertain. (805) 529-7434

SAT., OCT. 16

A Musical Benefit

Soulful Ventura County-based singer and songwriter Ashton Zyer performs a benefit concert, "Your Hands Down," for Interface Children Family Services at 7 p.m. at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. $15. (805) 449-2787

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