THURS., AUG. 4

Clogging Classes Conejo Valley Cloggers teach all ages at 6:45 p.m. Thursdays at Old Meadows Park, 1600 Marview Drive, Thousand Oaks. $3 to $5 per class. (805) 527-6185

African Violets Thousand Oaks African Violet Society meets 7 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 667 Camino Dos Rios, Thousand Oaks. Visitors and their plants welcome to attend. (805) 581-0014

RSVP Hosts Sale The Conejo Valley Retired & Senior Volunteer Program will host a boutique sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Goebel Center, 1385 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, with 25 to 50 percent off selected items plus a free greeting card with purchase. Open to all ages. (805) 381-2744

Woodworkers Meet Conejo Valley Woodworkers’ Association meets 7 p.m. at Redwood Middle School, 233 W. Gainsborough Road, Thousand Oaks. Tonight’s program features a woodturning demonstration to highlight basic turning skills and should be of interest to beginners and others. (805) 492-2968

FRI., AUG. 5

Root for ‘Yankees’ Simi Arts Conservatory ensemble’s summer musical production of the musical “Damn Yankees” will be performed in the Multipurpose Room at Santa Susana High School, 3570 E. Cochran St., Simi Valley, at 7 p.m. tonight and tomorrow night, and also at 2 p.m. tomorrow and Sun., Aug. 7. Cast ranges from ages 9 to 17. $5. (805) 501-1122

Tall Ships Sail In Eight tall ships from around the world will converge at Channel Islands Harbor today through Mon., Aug. 8 for the Tall Ships Festival of the American Sail Training Association. Entertainment, tours, maritime-themed educational activities and programs. Fees vary for events, $10-$75. (805) 985-4852

Charlie Brown & Pals Kids Acting Out-West Summer Theater Camp will present “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” at 2 p.m. at the Adventist Academy, 180 Newbury Road, Newbury Park (behind Target). Thirty local kids ages 6 to 13 will be featured in this musical look at one day in the life of Charlie Brown and his pals Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and all the rest. $5 adults, free for kids 12 and under. (805) 376-9532 Alina

Learn About Bugs Charmlee Wilderness Park, Encinal Canyon Road in Santa Monica Mountains above Malibu: “Bug Night” at 8:30 p.m. will provide special lights and screens set up to view bugs that only come out at night. Great for Scouts needing to earn their entomology badge. Bring hot chocolate. Reservations required: (310) 317-1364

SAT., AUG. 6

Dance Club Dates Thousand Oaks Dance Club hosts dances this month at Goebel Senior Adult Ballroom Center, 1385 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. tonight (music by Tunes R Us) and Sat., Aug. 20 (music by Good Vibrations). $5 to $7. (805) 381-2744

Sail for Good Cause Westlake Yacht Club hosts its 12th annual Charity Auction and Sail-athon to benefit Casa Pacifica, injured U.S. servicemen and local youth sailing through the Westlake Sailing Foundation, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Westlake Lake at The Landing, 32123 Lindero Canyon Road, Westlake Village. Activities include young sailors in Sail-a-thon, pancake breakfast, barbecue lunch, silent and live auctions. (818) 706-3588 Robert Piccioni

It’s Pinki the Clown Camarillo Community Theatre presents Pinki the Clown, Theatre for Children to See, production of “Jack and the Beanstalk” at 11 a.m. today and Sat., Aug. 13 at 330 Skyway Drive, Camarillo, inside the airport. Kids can meet and chat with the characters/actors after the show. $5. (805) 388-5716

Fairy Tales in the Park Fairy Tales in the Park presented by Gypsies in a Trunk and the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District will present “The Princess and the Pea” at 4 p.m. at the Rancho Simi Community Park Amphitheater, 1765 Royal Ave., Simi Valley. Bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. Free. (805) 584-4400

Take a Stroll Here Join a docent-led leisurely stroll to explore Peter Strauss Ranch, 30000 Mulholland Hwy. (at Troutdale Drive), Agoura beginning at 9 a.m. at the ranch house. Learn some interesting facts about this oak-shaded property, which was an amusement park long ago called Lake Enchanto. The two-hour walk is free. (805) 370-2301

Blues Band

to Perform Kyle Culkin, Vegas Blues Band lead guitarist, will perform with his band “A Night of Rock and Blues” at 7:30 p.m. at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza. Portion of proceeds to Kimberly Thorne Memorial Fund. $15. (805) 449-2787

Events at CVBG Conejo Valley Botanic Garden, 350 W. Gainsborough Road, Thousand Oaks: From 10 a.m. to noon today there will be a native and water-wise plant sale in the nursery area. At 2 p.m. tomorrow, Ed Hager will lead an informative tour of the garden’s rare fruit orchard. (805) 494-7630

Democrat Doings At 10 a.m. today the Democratic Women’s Council of the Conejo Valley will hear from Dr. Timothy Stephens, president of the Conejo Valley Unified School District at Boccaccio’s on The Landing, Westlake Village. Brunch $25. Reservations: (805) 497-7804. At 6:30 p.m. Wed., Aug. 10 at Cameron Center, 288 Greenmeadow Drive, Thousand Oaks, the Democratic Club of the Conejo Valley will be discussing campaign strategy for upcoming November special election. (805) 675-8785

Voices of Renaissance Ojai Shakespeare Festival’s a cappella singing groups, Madrigali and Harmonia Mundi, will present a community circle concert at 6:30 p.m. prior to the last performance of “Return to the Forbidden Planet” at Matilija Junior High School auditorium, 703 El Paseo, Ojai. Thirty men and women dressed in medieval garments will sing traditional Renaissance folk songs, ballads, chants and carols. This preshow performance is free and open to all. (805) 646-WILL

Sunset at Satwiwa Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa in Newbury Park is the setting for “Sunset at Satwiwa” program at 6 p.m. Learn what creatures emerge when the summer day has cooled, and about the amazing adaptations animals and plants make to survive. (805) 370-2301

SUN., AUG. 7

Concert in the Park Platinum Groove will present a high-energy show that’ll make you want to get up and dance at a 6 p.m. Summer Concert in the Park presented by the city of Agoura Hills at Chumash Park, 5550 Medea Valley Drive, Agoura Hills. Free. Leave pets home. (818) 597-7361

This Music Has Roots The American Roots Music Festival will be presented from 2 to 7 p.m. at Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, featuring concerts by folk, bluegrass, zydeco and gospel/ blues/soul artists as well as family and craft activities. $5 to $15, includes admission to all current exhibitions. (866) 468-3399

Senior Concerns Gala The annual Ultimate Dining Experience is a fundraiser for Senior Concerns of Thousand Oaks, which provides community-based social service programs for senior adults. The event begins 5 p.m. at the Hyatt Westlake Plaza, 880 S. Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village and features gourmet wine tasting; dining, silent and live auctions; music by Robert Selvin; Terry Paulson, PhD, as Master of Ceremonies; and four-course epicurean dinner prepared by local chefs. $150. (805) 497-0189

TUES., AUG. 9

Feng Shui Pointers Agoura Hills Recreation Center, 30610 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Agoura Hills: Professional Feng Shui consultant Karol Gillett will lead a “Joyous Feng Shui” class from 1 to 3 p.m. Feng Shui is a decorating style for home or business “to positively enhance the quality of your life.” $36 plus $5 materials fee. (818) 597-7361

MON., AUG. 8

Speed Dating at Hyatt No Waiting Dating invites women ages 42 to 54 and men 45 to 58 to attend a Speed Dating event at the Hyatt Westlake Plaza, Westlake Village. Call for time, fee and details: (818) 773-8333

TUES., AUG. 9

Chorale Auditions Los Robles Master Chorale hosts auditions from 7 to 9:30 p.m. tonight and from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sat., Aug. 13 in the music room at Moorpark College. For an appointment call (805) 383-7155

Women’s Connection The Thousand Oaks Women’s Connection presents a “Tropical Paradise Party” with Conroy’s demonstrating the “how to’s” with flowers from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Clarion Palm Garden Hotel, 495 Ventu Park Road, Newbury Park. Pauletta Staley will be guest speaker discussing “The Secret Key” to business success and Lis Lewolt will be the musical guest. $20. (805) 497-2949

Tai Chi Classes Seven Oaks Fitness and Wellness Center offers 8-week, 16-class program in beginning Tai Chi that’ll include the 24 forms of standard Yang style. At 11 a.m. or 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning today. Call for location, fees. (805) 373-6560, ext. 34

Tour Reyes Adobe Guided tours of the Reyes Adobe in Agoura Hills will be offered from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today and from 1 to 4 p.m. Sat., Aug. 13. See the beautiful restoration of this site and learn about the area’s history then enjoy a picnic at the adjacent park. $1 to $3. (818) 597-7361

WED., AUG. 10

Simi Valley Quilters The Simi Valley Quilt Guild will host guest speaker Lenore Crawford at 7 p.m. at the Simi Valley Senior Center, 3901 Avenida Simi, Simi Valley. Crawford will share how she developed her own way of using fabric to create exciting, realistic scenes. (818) 701-6310 ‘Songs of the Civil War’ At the 7 p.m. meeting of the Civil Warriors Round Table at Weiler’s Deli, 22323 Sherman Way, West Hills, Richard Scadron will discuss “Songs of the Civil War.” Meeting opens 6:30 p.m. with buffet dinner available for $12; attendance only $5. (805) 492-2016 Dr. Jeff Wissot

THURS., AUG. 11

Networking Breakfast The Agoura/Oak Park/Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce hosts a networking breakfast at 7:30 a.m. at Terri’s Cafe, 30135 Agoura Road, Agoura Hills featuring guest speakers Dr. Sandra Smyser, the new superintendent of the Las Virgenes Unified School District and attorney Greg Patterson. Gourmet breakfast. $10. New Chamber members free. Reservations: (818) 8893150

Party Is in the Park Conejo Valley Neighborhood for Learning hosts a celebration in honor of its third birthday with a

“Party in the Park” for families from 1 to 3 p.m. at El Parque de la Paz (Peace Park), on the corner of Oakview and Pleasant Way in Thousand Oaks (one block south of Thousand Oaks Boulevard). Music, children’s games and activities, reading area, face painting, giveaways. (805) 496-9035

Teens Perform

‘Grease’ Golden Performing ArtsTeen Theatre program presents the

musical “Grease” at 8 p.m.

Thursday, Friday and Saturday and at 2 p.m. Sunday beginning with tonight’s performance, at the Madrid Theatre, 21622 Sherman Way, Canoga Park. $10-$15. (818) 347-9938

Getting Kids to Read “Reading for Pleasure with Your Child” is a workshop for parents of young children designed to make reading a fun, family activity, improve a child’s reading readiness, and form strong parent/child bonds, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at NCJW/LA, 543 N. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles. Free. (877) 655-3807

SAT., AUG. 13

Musicals in Simi Simi Valley Cultural Center, 3050 Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley: At 1 p.m. today and Sat., Aug. 20 the Arts Summer Workshop players present “Schoolhouse Rock Live Jr.” and at 3 p.m. today and Sat., Aug. 20 they’ll present “Into the Woods Jr.” $7 each show. Box office: (805) 583-7900

Oak Park Dance Couples and singles are invited to a community dance from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Oak Park Community Center, 1000 N. Kanan Road, Oak Park, featuring single line and ballroom dance lessons, then open dance, with emcee, DJ and dance instructor Cliff Housego. Refreshments available. $10 per person. (818) 865-9304

Dance Jam Ventura Dance Jam Ventura is for all ages and features a variety of music in a smoke and alcohol free environment from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at 3026 Telegraph Road, Ventura. Rock and roll, world beat to jazz, hip hop, swing, Latin and many more styles. $1-$6. (805) 6507112

SUN., AUG. 14

Bluegrass at Strauss National Park Service presents “Heart of ’Grass” in an outdoor concert at 2 p.m. at Peter Strauss Ranch, 30000 Mulholland Hwy. (at Troutdale Drive), Agoura. The ensemble specializes in bluegrass with touches of country, jazz and swing. Free. (805) 370-2301

A Salute to Santana The Santana tribute band Caravanserai will perform Santana’s hits from “Evil Ways” to “Smooth” in a concert at 5 p.m. at Conejo Community Park, 1175 Hendrix Ave., Thousand Oaks. Leave pets at home. Free. (805) 381-2747

Wine & Food Festival The fourth annual Golden Coast Wine & Food Festival, a benefit for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Conejo and Las Virgenes, will be from 4 to 7 p.m. in the gardens of the Westlake Village Inn, 31943 Agoura Road, Westlake Village and will feature wine and food sampling, wine seminars and cooking demonstrations, a traditional grape stomp, silent auction, musical entertainment. $50. (818) 880-8577, ext. 12

Author Signs Books Sarah Weinstein will sign copies of her novel “The Silver Thimble” from 1 to 5 p.m. at Barnes & Noble Booksellers at The Commons, 4735 Commons Way, Calabasas. The book’s described as “a deliciously romantic, bittersweet story about relationships.” (818) 754-4200

Ballroom Dancing U.S. Amateur Ballroom Dancers Assn., Ventura County Chapter No. 422 will host a dance at House of Dance, 3007 Bunsen Ave., Ste. E, Ventura featuring a meringue lesson at 2:30 p.m. with music for open dancing from 3 to 5:30 p.m. $5 to $10. (805) 488-4310

THURS., AUG. 18

Full Moon Hike Join TreePeople at Coldwater Canyon Park: Take a full moon hike and explore this park at night beginning at 7:45 p.m. Hour-long guided hike with energy level and theme geared to all ages. After the hike, enjoy entertainment in the S. Mark Taper Foundation Amphitheatre. Fee for nonmembers. Reservations: (818) 623-4866