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THURS., AUG. 3

Rotary Club Guests The Rotary Club of Calabasas/ Agoura Hills meets at 12:10 p.m. each Thursday at the Native Cafe, 23536 Calabasas Road, Calabasas. Today Don Sweeney will discuss his book “Backstage at the Tonight Show,” where he formerly served as an assistant to Doc Severinsen. On Thurs., Aug. 10, guest speaker John Purdy will discuss his role as a producer of large entertainment events. $14 to $17. (818) 888-0138

Woodworking Skills Conejo Valley Woodworkers’ Association meet at 7 p.m. at Redwood Middle School, 233 W. Gainsborough Road, Thousand Oaks. Representatives from A Cut Above will discuss their extensive line of abrasives, sand papers, grinding wheels, tools and cutters. Visitors welcome. (805) 492-2968

Camarillo Democrats The Democratic Club of Camarillo will meet 7 p.m. at the UFCW Hall, 816 Camarillo Springs Road. Ventura County Supervisor Kathy Long will be the guest speaker. Public welcome. (805) 383-6204

Ventura County Fair The Ventura County Fair, billed as “a country fair with ocean air,” continues today through Aug. 13 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, near the ocean in the city of Ventura. Opens at 11 a.m. weekdays, 10 a.m. weekends. Rides, agricultural and horticultural exhibits, food booths, carnival games and in the grandstand arena are free concerts with paid fair admission including Big Bad Voodoo Daddy at 7:30 p.m. Sat., Aug. 5. Don’t miss the rodeo at 2 and 7 p.m. on Sat. and Sun., Aug. 12 and 13. General fair admission is $5 to $8. Many daily specials for youth, seniors, military. Call (805) 648-3376 for details

FRI., AUG. 4

Camarillo Gets Jazzy The Camarillo Art & Jazz Festival kicks off with an opening night gala at Studio Channel Islands Art Center, on the CSUCI campus featuring live music, gallery exhibits, silent and live auctions, dinner under the stars and an 8:30 p.m. performance by the David Sanborn Group. $50 to $150. The Festival continues Saturday (all events free) with a array of musical performances and art exhibits including an art walk, battle of the jazz bands, open artists’ studios, concluding with the Rippingtons featuring Russ Freeman at 7:30 p.m. in the Camarillo Arts Council Pavillion at Constitution Park. On Sunday events are at Camarillo Ranch House and include lunch, art show, smooth jazz trumpet master Rick Braun, grand prize raffle drawing, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $45 to $150. (805) 484-4383

Dance in Moorpark “Dancing Under the Stars” is a dance concert and site-specfic performance directed by Robert Salas and featuring modern, ballet, ballroom, hip hop and production dance numbers in the Moorpark College Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. tonight and Saturday and Sunday. Ticket info: (805) 378-1485

One Act Plays John Robert Powers Production Group will present “The Curious Affairs of an Unusual Public” at 8 p.m. today and tomorrow, and Aug. 11 and 12, at 26560 Agoura Road, Ste. 111, Calabasas. This is an evening of three one-act plays by Anthony Montes and Murphy Guyer. $10. (818) 735-8620

SAT., AUG. 5

Young Piano Power Two gifted award-winning pianists will be the featured soloists in two “Project: Brahms” concerts performed with the Concertos with Orchestra Thousand Oaks Inc., a professional ensemble conducted by Thomas Osborn. The concert fare is identical. Edward Lan, 19, will perform at 7:30 p.m. tonight at the Camarillo Community Center, 1605 E. Burnley St., Camarillo. Tickets $10. At 2:30 p.m. tomorrow, Sun., Aug. 6, Sean Chen, 17, a recent Oak Park High School graduate, will perform in the Forum Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. A panel discussion on “Brahms and his Concertos” is at 1:30 p.m. Tickets $10 to $20. (805) 376-2485

Simi Y’s Pool Party Simi Valley YMCA hosts a pool party for youth ages 12 to 15 from 7 to 9 p.m. Water games, refreshments. Open to this youth group only. Free. (805) 583-5338

Hone Speaking Skills Today is Newcomer’s Day hosted by Sagacious Speakers when they meet from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at Westlake Church of Religious Science at The Water Court, 880 Hampshire Road, Ste. V, Westlake Village. Learn to become a confident public speaker with their insights. (805) 241-1115

Garden Happenings Conejo Valley Botanic Garden, 350 W. Gainsborough Road, Thousand Oaks: From 10 a.m. to noon today the Garden hosts a native and waterwise plant sale in the nursery area. At 2 p.m. tomorrow join Ed Hager for an informative tour of the Garden’s rare fruit tree orchard. Free. (805) 494-7630

Fairy Tales in the Park Gypsies in a Trunk present an original tale, “The Wraggle Taggle Gypsies, Oh!” by Susanna Miller about a princess who seems to have everything she might want until traveling entertainers, giant grasshoppers and other surprises stop by her castle. Shows are free and presented in outdoor settings. Bring children, leave pets home. Today’s show is at 11 a.m. at Foxfield Park in Westlake Village and repeated at 4 p.m. at Rancho Simi Amphitheater in Rancho Simi Community Park, corner of Erringer and Royal, Simi Valley. It will be performed at 11:30 a.m. Sat., Aug. 12 behind the Camarillo Community Center, 1605 Burnley, Camarillo. (661) 718-3968

Neighborhoods Unite Various Thousand Oaks neighborhoods will participate from 4 to 9 p.m. in National Night Out ’06 Celebration, highlighting crime prevention and public safety awareness. Get acquainted with neighbors, meet local law enforcement representatives and local officials. (805) 371-8362 Sr. Dep. Lee Morris or (818) 429-2188 John DiGuiseppe

Unique Art Display “The Art of Jazz” art exhibit featuring the works of photographers, illustrators, sculptors and painters will be on display through Sept. 2 at Studio Channel Islands Art Center, on the campus of Cal State Channel Islands, Building 18 on Ventura Street, Camarillo. An opening reception is from 3 to 5 p.m. today and features live jazz music and a large outdoor ArtWalk. Free admission. (805) 383-1368

Yacht Club Fundraiser Westlake Yacht Club, 32123 Lindero Canyon Road, Westlake Village, hosts 13th annual charity Sail-a-Thon at 11 a.m. today with a light breakfast at 9:30 a.m. and barbecue lunch during the event. At 4 p.m. tomorrow is the Food & Wine Festival featuring food, wine, silent and live auctions. $35 to $45. Both events are at The Landing. (818) 735-0604

Let’s Get Dancing The Thousand Oaks Dance Club hosts two dances this month from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Goebel Senior Adult Ballroom Center. Tonight features live music by the Rhythm Kings and Sat., Aug. 19 is music with a Hawaiian theme by the Unforgettables. $5 to $7. Singles, couples welcome. (805) 381-2744

Hear Dynamic Rock Houston Jones is a high-energy rock band that performs “high octane Americana” music at 8 p.m. at Russ & Julie’s next House Concert in Oak Park. $15 includes coffee and dessert buffet. Address provided with RSVP (818) 707-2179

SUN., AUG. 6

Jazz Amid Blossoms Gardens of the World community park at 2001 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks (opposite Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza) continues its annual Summer Jazz Concert Series with the Big Band of Brad Carow and Joe Gray from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Picnickers welcome, but no pets. Free. (805) 557-1135

SUN., AUG. 6

A Cappella Artists City of Agoura Hills Concerts in the Park series presents the Perfect Gentleman, a Grammy award-nominated a cappella group at 6 p.m. at Chumash Park, 5550 Medea

Valley Drive, Agoura Hills.

Free. (818) 597-7361

Taste of Ultimate Dining Senior Concerns hosts its 21st annual gourmet wine, food and fundraising auction at 5 p.m. at the Hyatt Westlake Plaza, 880 S. Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village featuring a wine tasting, martini bar, dinner prepared by local top chefs, and silent and live auctions including collectibles, art, vacation getaways and other unique items. David Cruz of KNBC4-TV will be master of ceremonies. $160. All proceeds help the agency’s communitybased services for older residents. (805) 497-0189

Music Festival Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, hosts the American Music Festival from 2 to 7 p.m. in the Mark Taper Foundation Courtyard nestled against the Santa Monica Mountains and featuring Appalachian, country/rock/bluegrass, R & B, jazz, gospel and Conjunto/Tex-Mex. Family-oriented activities include story-telling, musical instrument making and singing and dance lessons Cajun-style. $10 to $20. Reservations: (866) 468-3399

Surf’s Up at Cantina Sagebrush Cantina, 23527 Calabasas Road, Calabasas hosts its second annual Summer Beach Bash. The guy and gal in most original beachwear will win free surfboards. Additional prizes and free photos are also part of the event. Live music by Bad Penny. Free admission. (818) 222-6062

MON., AUG. 7

Digital Photo Tips Digital Photography Special Interest Group of Thousand Oaks Personal Computer Club meets 6:30 p.m. at Goebel Senior Center, 1385 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks.

Read-a-Thon Grant R. Brimhall Library, 1401 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks hosts a Read-a-Thon open to middle and high school students from 2:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free snacks. Event will help raise money to feed fish in new saltwater aquarium recently installed. (805) 449-2660, ext. 213

TUES., AUG. 8

Mystery Writer Chats Ventura County Writers Club hosts Michael Mallory, author of “Murder in the Bath,” during the 7 p.m. meeting at Borders Books & Music, 125 W. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks. (805) 375-3188

Home Remodel Tips Edward Jones, 30497 Canwood St., Ste. 102, Agoura Hills: Investment representative Jack Dvir hosts a free broadcast presentation, “How to Make Your Home Fit Your Lifestyle” at 6 p.m. Learn about popular renovation projects, financial and budgeting strategies and other ideas to help make your home work for your lifestyle, with special guest Monica Pedersen from HGTV. RSVP to (818) 9916293

‘Chronicles of Narnia’ Middle and high school students are invited to view the movie, “The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” at 6:30 p.m. at Grant R. Brimhall Library, 1401 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. Free snacks. Rated PG. School or other ID may be required by library staff. Free. (805) 449-2660, ext. 213

WED., AUG. 9

About Global Warming Democratic Club of the Conejo Valley meeting: UCSB geology professor David Lea, PhD, will discuss his research in the links between changing ocean composition and global climate and the effects of human-induced changes of the Earth’s atmosphere through production of

greenhouse gases, at 6:30 p.m.

at Thousand Oaks Library, 1401 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. Free. (805) 675-8785

Communication Skills Toastmasters Voice Ambassadors meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday in the Conejo Valley Room at 1 Baxter Way, Westlake Village. The organization helps its members become more effective communicators. Guests welcome to attend. (818) 764-0793 Vicki

THURS., AUG. 10

‘A Chorus Line’ Golden Performing Arts Teen Theatre presents “A Chorus Line” tonight through Aug. 13 at the Madrid Theatre, 21622 Sherman Way, Canoga Park. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. with a 12:30 p.m. show on Sun., Aug. 13. Youth ages 13 to 20 star. $10 to $15. (818) 3479938

FRI., AUG. 11

Westlake Magic Show John Abrams and his “Amazing Animal Magic Show” will entertain at 7 p.m. in the courtyard at the Westlake Village Civic Center, 31200 Oak Crest Drive. White Oak Elementary School’s Parent Faculty Club will host a pizza and ice cream party, cost $5. The show is free. Lawn chairs, picnic baskets and early arrival recommended for this family show. (818) 706-1613

Eclectic Country Music The instrumental trio called Merle Jagger will open for Asleep at the Wheel at 8 p.m. at The Canyon, 28912 Roadside Drive, Agoura Hills. Merle Jagger is an alternative country band that blends a mix of bluegrass and rock into a new sound. (818) 879-5016

Active Adults are Cool Moorpark Active Adult Center, 799 Moorpark Ave., Moorpark hosts “Summer Cooler” featuring cool jazz sound of Mike Savell at 11:30 a.m. followed by lunch at noon. At 12:30 p.m. enjoy root beer floats followed by a fun summer movie at 1:30 p.m. including popcorn and soda. Lunch donation $2.25. RSVP to (805) 517-6261

SUN., AUG. 13

A Touch of Latin Jazz Gardens of the World community park at 2001 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks (opposite Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza) continues its annual Summer Jazz Concert Series with Sal Cracchiolo and Melanie Jackson performing a blend of jazz standards and originals with a Latin touch from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Picnickers welcome, but no pets. Free. (805) 557-1135

Comedy in the Conejo Kiwanis Club of Thousand Oaks and its sponsor First California Bank host “Comedy in the Conejo” at 7:30 p.m. at The Canyon, 28912 Roadside Drive, Agoura Hills. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. Comics Bruce Baum, Carrie Snow, Jay London and Chicago John Caponera will be featured, plus Ivan Amodei from the Magic Castle will also entertain. $40 includes dinner, glass of wine and show; show only is $30. (818) 879-5016

Traditional Folk Music Sisters Libby and Cindy Harding’s traditional-styled singing and playing is at the heart of the band Conjunto Jardin, which performs the traditional folk music style of Veracruz, Mexico. They and their band will perform an outdoor concert at 3 p.m. on the grounds of Peter Strauss Ranch, 30000 Mulholland Hwy., Agoura, in a concert presented by the National Park Service. Bring a picnic, and dancing shoes. Free. (805) 3702301

MON., AUG. 14

Learn About Orchids Conejo Orchid Society meets 7 p.m. at Westlake Village City Hall, 31200 Oak Crest Drive, Westlake Village. Guest speaker will be Fred Clark from Sunset Orchids. There will be plants for sale and refreshments served. (818) 889-1895

From Film to Video Thousand Oaks Videomakers meet 7:30 p.m. at Commercial Capital Bank’s community room, 973 S. Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village. Guest speaker Gary Tachell, owner of 3rd Point Productions, will discuss his experiences with converting from film to video productions using high definition cameras. (818) 706-8136 Roger

WED., AUG. 16

Chambers’ Mega Mixer The Thousand Oaks-Westlake Village Regional Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the Chambers from Camarillo and Port Hueneme, host a mega mixer from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. Food from many local restaurants will be available, plus no host bar and entertainment. $5 to $10. (805) 370-0035

SAT., AUG. 19

Steely Dan Devotees The Rancho Simi Recreation & Park District presents Music in the Park concert at 6 p.m. at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Ave., Simi Valley featuring the band Pretzel Logic in a Steely Dan tribute. Picnickers are invited to bring a basket, or purchase food at the event. Free admission. (818) 865-9304

SAT., AUG. 26

Elegant ‘Day at Ascot’ New West Symphony League hosts fundraiser “Day at Ascot” at 3 p.m. at Ventura Farms, David Murdock’s estate in Hidden Valley/ Lake Sherwood area of Thousand Oaks featuring tours of gardens and orchid conservatory, parade of Arabian horses, silent and live auctions, boutique items, awards for the most beautiful hat in the Ascot races tradition and more. Proceeds support musical programs for youth. $200. (805) 493-4663

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