THURS., FEB. 24

THURS., FEB. 24

Full Moon Hike

Charmlee Wilderness Park, Encinal Canyon Road, Malibu: All ages are invited on a Full Moon Hike to watch moonlight sparkle on the Pacific beyond the meadows and silhouettes of oak groves at this placid mountain park. Two-hour hike begins at 6 p.m. Reservations required. Call for directions: (310) 317-1364

Community Meeting

A community meeting to discuss the relocation of the regional paramedic squad from Fire Station 65 on Cornell Road in Agoura to Fire Station 89 on Canwood St. in Agoura Hills will be at 7 p.m. in the Malibou Lake Mountain Clubhouse, 29033 Lake Vista Drive, Agoura. Hosted by L.A. County Fire Department in cooperation with Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky’s office.

Business Expo

"Connecting Communities" is the theme of the Business Expo from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Grand Vista Hotel, 999 Enchanted Way, Simi Valley. Hosted by the Simi Valley and Moorpark chambers of commerce. Door prizes, networking, refreshments at event designed to showcase small business members. (805) 526-3900

Networking Mixer

Agoura/Oak Park/Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce hosts a Networking Mixer at 5:30 p.m. at Aris Institute, 3723 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Westlake Village catered by Alessio’s and featuring door prizes. (818) 889-3150

AARP Simi Chapter

The American Association of Retired Persons Simi Chapter #3605 meets at 1 p.m. at the Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi. Sandra Rhoades, executive director of Clarion Commons, Simi Valley’s only assisted living and memory care residence, will discuss care and services at this facility. Nonmembers are welcome to attend. (805) 527-8304

Free Computer Advice

"Using Email and Email Services" is the title of a demonstration from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Newbury Park Branch Library, 2331 Borchard Road, Newbury Park. Learn how to set up e-mail account and much more in this free program. Register: (805) 498-2139

Identity Theft

Senior Dep. Larry Logan of Thousand Oaks Police Department will discuss "Have You Been Victimized by Identity Theft or Fraud?" at 6 p.m. at Goebel Senior Center, 1385 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. A program of the Thousand Oaks Personal Computer Club. Logan will talk on scams, frauds and identity theft. (805) 496-8053

FRI., FEB. 25

T.O. Rock Concert

The fifth annual "Rock the Oaks" concert for Conejo Valley teens will feature four local bands performing: Cicada, Quick Six, Other Than Else and LuckDown. Show is at 7:30 p.m. in Forum Theatre at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. $13. (805) 449-2787

C.V. Republicans

Conejo Valley Republican Women Federated present Barry Fisher, administrator of Emergency Medical Services Agency for Ventura County, at 11:30 a.m. meeting at Plug Nickel Restaurant, Westlake Village. $20. (805) 495-3409

‘Cinderella the Musical’

Conejo Theatre for Everyone’s production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s "Cinderella the Musical" will be presented at 7:30 p.m. tonight and tomorrow and at 2 p.m. Sun., Feb. 27 at the Hillcrest Center for the Arts, Theatre on the Hill, 403 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks. $6. (805) 381-1246

Bridal Gown Sale

The Brides Against Breast Cancer Nationwide Tour of Wedding Gowns offers brides the chance to choose among 1,500-plus name- brand and designer gowns, sizes 4 to 44, valued at up to $4,000 for prices from $49 to $599, from 6 to 9 p.m. tonight and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. tomorrow at Pierpont Inn, 550 Sanjon Road, Ventura. Proceeds benefit cancer victims. For tickets call (805) 640-9242

SAT., FEB. 26

Bing Crosby Spoof

"It’s Not Going My Way" features silly songs, zany interactive fun, karaoke, a little bingo and a deliciously sinful cake as Father O’Regan and Father Rotini are joined by the ever-dignified Sister Rita Mary to bring the audience a hilarious evening of sassy showmanship at 6:30 p.m. at St. Bernadine of Siena Church, 24410 Calvert St., Woodland Hills. Proceeds will benefit MEND (Meet Each Need with Dignity), a multi-service volunteer-driven social service agency that assists low-income families in the northeast San Fernando Valley. $40. (818) 360-5928 Jan Mayers

Stars at

House Concert

Singer/songwriters Alan O’Day, who’s penned many top hits, and up-and-coming Amy Kuney will be the featured performers at the Russ & Julie House Concert in Oak Park. Coffee and dessert buffet. $15. Location provided with RSVP to (818) 707-2179

Russian Folklore

Performances to Grow On presents "Moscow Nights" at 7 p.m. in Scherr Forum Theatre at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. Trio’s repertoire is centered on masterpieces of Russian folklore. $14 to $18. (805) 449-2787

Chorale Spectacular

Los Robles Master Chorale will present "A Choral Spectacular" at 8 p.m. in the Kavli Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. A 175-voice choir will perform "Mass in Honor of St. Cecilia." Joining them will be the Village Voices Chorale and soloists and California Lutheran University Choir. $15 to $25. (805) 449-2787

Looking at Lichens

Charis Bratt of the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden will unlock the mystery of lichens in a lecture, "What’s Not to Like About Lichens?" from 2 to 4 p.m. at National Park Service Visitor Center, 401 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks. Free. (805) 370-2301

Square Dance in T.O.

Buckles & Bows Square Dance Club hosts a plus-level square dance from 7 to 10:45 p.m. at Goebel Senior Center, 1385 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. $6. (805) 499-2920

SUN., FEB. 27

Calabasas History

Calabasas Anza Heritage Association hosts 20th annual "Anza en Calabazas" historical presentation and festivities from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Sepulveda Adobe on Mulholland Highway west of Las Virgenes Road in Calabasas. Free. (310) 327-5345

Connie Stevens in T.O.

Connie Stevens: The Las Vegas Show will be performed at 2:30 p.m. in the Kavli Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. Backed by an orchestra, she’ll sing classic hits, Big Band standards, blues, pop, rock, Latin and country songs. $28-$43. (805) 449-2787

Benefit for the Sisters

Les Dames de Saint Louis host its 12th annual tea at 11 a.m. at the Calabasas Inn, 23500 Park Sorrento Drive, Calabasas. All proceeds from silent auction and raffle baskets support the Sisters of Saint Louis Retirement Fund. $60. Reserve: (818) 703-5091

A Caribbean Afternoon

Jamaica Bob brings "A Caribbean Afternoon" to the Madrid Theatre, 21622 Sherman Way, Canoga Park at 2 p.m. featuring steel drum and guitars with an "island" sound. $8-$12.50. (818) 347-9938

Kiwanis Hosts Oscars

The Kiwanis Club of Moorpark presents "Night at the Oscars" at 5 p.m. at Grinder Restaurant, Moorpark featuring dinner, drink and fun. Prize for best movie character costume, auction and raffle. Mark an Oscar nominee ballot to win a prize. $25. (805) 523-2127

Native American Crafts

Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa, Newbury Park: National Park Service presents Native American Indian educator Oscar Ortiz leading two cultural craft workshops, from 10 a.m. to noon and from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Make a friendship bracelet and an ancient noisemaker. Free with reservations. (805) 370-1930, (805) 370-2301

MON., FEB. 28

Miss Moorpark Contest

Orientation for next Miss Moorpark and Miss Teen Moorpark competition is at 7 p.m. at Moorpark Community Christian Church, 216 Moorpark Ave., Moorpark. (805) 526-5661

TUES., MARCH 1

Peace Discussed

Encino attorney Josef Avesar, an American-educated Israeli, will discuss "The Israeli-Palestinian Issue: the Vote for Peace" at 7 p.m. at the Conejo Valley-based Supporters of Global Exchange meeting at the Newbury Park Branch Library, 2331 Borchard Road, Newbury Park. Free.

WLV Garden Club

Westlake Village Garden Club: Art expert and member Gay Seitz will discuss the meaning of flowers in Oriental carpets at 9:30 a.m. at Westlake Village City Hall, 31200 Oak Crest Drive, Westlake Village. She will display beautiful works of art to support her discussion. Guests welcome. (805) 496-9509

RSVP for Dating

RSVP to Sylvia at (818) 501-0165 by today to attend G.E.E. Super Singles cocktail party at 6 p.m. Sun., March 6 at Rive Gauche Cafe, 14106 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks. Open to ages 35-50s. Call for cost of event.

WED., MARCH 2

CVMOM Girls’ Night

Conejo Valley Mothers of Multiples hosts its annual Mom’s Night Out. Leave the twins, triplets and other kids home and have a sit-down, uninterrupted meal with girlfriends at The Alamo Bar and Grill, 2311 Borchard Road, Newbury Park at 6:30 p.m. (805) 498-3115

CIA Director Speaks

CIA director Porter Goss will deliver the Reagan Forum at 11 a.m. at Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley. $45 includes lunch after his lecture. Reserve: (805) 522-2977

THURS., MARCH 3

Learn to Clog

Conejo Valley Cloggers teach all levels, all ages at 6:45 p.m. Thursdays at Old Meadows Park, 1600 Marview Drive, Thousand Oaks. New beginner class slated for March 31. $3 to $5 per session. (805) 527-6185

About African Violets

Thousand Oaks African Violet Society meets 7 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 667 Camino dos Rios, Thousand Oaks. There will be a culture class and program on different aspects of growing African violets. Come and bring your plant, too! (805) 581-0014

Calabasas Chamber

Calabasas Chamber of Commerce presents business workshop, "How to Create or Fine Tune Your Business Plan," from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Hilton Garden Inn, 24150 Park Sorrento, Calabasas featuring guest speaker Gary Lysik, CFO, of the city of Calabasas. $10 to $15. RSVP: (818) 222-5680

FRI., MARCH 4

For Active Seniors

Ventura Chapter of Over the Hill Gang International invites active people 50+ to get acquainted at a member’s home in Thousand Oaks at 7 p.m. These folks ski, hike, bike, have dinner and enjoy cultural events. (805) 495-8107

Chamber Breakfast

Thousand Oaks-Westlake Village Regional Chamber of Commerce hosts networking Breakfast of Champions from 7 to 9 a.m. at Los Robles Greens Banquet Center, 299 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks. Mark Benhard and Greg Spaulding will discuss "Marketing Your Business." Learn about strategic marketing, public relations. $25. (805) 370-0035

SAT., MARCH 5

Kids’ Adventure Tale

Theatreworks USA brings to musical life C.S. Lewis’ adventure story about four children who enter the land of Narnia when they present "The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe" at 4 and 7 p.m. in Scherr Forum Theatre at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. $14 to $18. (805) 449-2787

House Concert

House Concert at Bodie House in Agoura Hills will feature singer-songwriters John Flynn and Eric Hansen at 8 p.m. Dessert and appetizer bar. $15. RSVP for address: (818) 706-8309

Democratic Women

Democratic Women of the Conejo Valley host a Kick-Off Brunch from 9:15 to 11 a.m. at Piatti Restaurant, 101 S. Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village. Assemblywoman (35th District) Hannah Beth Jackson will speak on "How Women Can Empower the Democratic Party." $35. (805) 675-8785

Free Video Workshops

Thousand Oaks Teen Center, 1385 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks: From 9 a.m. to noon a free video workshop will be offered for potential entrants in the Conejo Teen Video Festival (youth up to age 19). This session is for novice filmmakers; from 9 a.m. to noon Sat., March 19 will be a session on editing. Free. (805) 494-5156

Talk on Hummingbirds

Author and hummingbird expert Sheri Williamson will sign her book and present an informal program on hummingbirds at 1 p.m. at Wild Birds Unlimited, 22110 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills. Free. Reserve: (818) 704-7333

A Play for Kids

Conejo Players Theatre, Inc., 351 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks presents a comedy by and for children, "Dear Edwina, Jr." at 1 and 4 p.m. today and tomorrow and Sat. and Sun., March 12 and 13. $8. (805) 495-3715

Concert at St. Max

St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, 5801 Kanan Road, Westlake Village will present soprano Winter Watson and composer Frederick Mabalot in a concert titled "Songs from the New Age" at 8 p.m. in the sanctuary. $20. (818) 991-3915

CVD Kickoff Picnic

Conejo Valley Days Kickoff Picnic is from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Conejo Creek Park North, 1379 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. See 100 classic and vintage cars on display, buy a raffle ticket to win a 2005 Mustang. Tiny Tots Pageant is at 1 p.m. Entertainment, games, food. Free admission. (805) 492-5779

SUN., MARCH 6

Salute the Gray Whales

Channel Islands Harbor will host the annual Celebration of the Whales Festival from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Fisherman’s Wharf, on corner of Channel Islands Boulevard and Victoria Avenue, Oxnard featuring arts and crafts, live entertainment, exhibits, food booths and activities highlighting the Pacific Gray Whale. (805) 958-4852

Learn Swing, Salsa

Dance instructor M.C. Callaghan will teach Swing and Salsa from 1 to 5 p.m. at Agoura Hills Recreation Center, 30610 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Agoura Hills. $20 per person. (818) 880-2159

Classical Concert

Conejo Concerto Orchestra will perform annual classical concert featuring local young artists on piano, harp, cello and violin at 2:30 p.m. in Scherr Forum Theatre at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. Works by Beethoven, Chopin, etc. $10 to $15. (805) 449-2787

TUES., MARCH 8

V.C. Writers’ Club

Patricia Smiley, whose first novel is "False Profits," will be featured speaker at 7 p.m. meeting of Ventura County Writers Club at Borders Books, 125 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks. A craft-of-writing segment will follow her talk. Free. (805) 496-6204

WED., MARCH 9

Kids’ Author Talks

Bestselling children’s author Lee Wardlaw will make a fun and lively presentation at 6:30 p.m. at Walnut Canyon School, 280 Casey Road, Moorpark. She’s written 24 books for young readers, from picture books to teen novels. Students will read excerpts from her book "101 Ways to Bug Your Teacher."

FRI., MARCH 11

Battlin’ Teen Bands

The 7th annual Agourapalooza: Teen Battle of the Bands!" will be staged from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Agoura Hills/Calabasas Community Center, 27040 Malibu Hills Road, Calabasas. Drinks, snacks available. $10. (818) 597-7361

SAT., MARCH 12

Drum for Good Cause

Bang a Drum world percussion store will host a 24-hour drumming marathon to raise funds for Habitat for Humanity beginning at 6 p.m. and led by drum circle facilitator Kalani. Proceeds will help rebuild houses destroyed by the tsunami. At 1255 S. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles. Hand drums provided. (310) 985-9497 Chris Reid

FRI., MARCH 18

Simi Arts & Crafts Fair

A Spring Arts & Crafts Fair will be presented from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. today and tomorrow at the Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi, Simi Valley. Handmade items for sale including Easter decorations. Admission free. Also, from 8 to 11 a.m. tomorrow, the Simi Valley Council on Aging and Rotary Club of Simi Valley Noontimers will sponsor an All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast at the Senior Center. $4. (805) 583-6364

SAT., MARCH 19

Monte Carlo Night

JCC at Milken, 22622 Vanowen St., West Hills: Inaugural Monte Carlo Night is from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Play wheel of fortune, craps and roulette. $36-$60 members, $50-$80 public includes $25 worth of casino chips, one drink coupon, all the food you can eat and one raffle ticket. Reserve: (818) 464-3300

Leonis Adobe Musical

Leonis Adobe Museum Children’s Theater Group presents "Down on the Rancho," a musical based on growing up on a ranch in the 1880s, at noon at 23537 Calabasas Road, Old Town Calabasas. Production features a fan dance, roping and fun way of bringing history to life. $2 to $4. (818) 222-6511