FREE COMIC BOOK DAY 2023
Free Comic Book Day takes place annually on the first Saturday in May, which is May 6, 2023, this year. On Free Comic Book Day, participating comic book stores worldwide give away designated comic books to anyone visiting their stores.
Visit www.freecomicbookday.com to learn more. Participating stores in the local Ventura County area this year include:
- Arsenal Comics and Games: 1610-1 Newbury Road, Newbury Park (805) 499-6197 and 3431 Telegraph Road, Ventura (805) 620-0543.
- A Hidden Fortress: 1960-9 Sequoia Ave, Simi Valley (805) 526-6457.
- Sterling Silver Comics: 2210 Pickwick Drive, Camarillo (805) 484-4708.
DATE: Saturday, May 6, 2023
TIME: Contact the above-participating stores for hours
COST: Free
LOCATIONS: See the above-participating stores
MORE INFO: Visit www.freecomicbookday.com to learn more.
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SIMI VALLEY STREET FAIR
The Simi Valley Street Fair is planned for Saturday, May 6, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Simi Town Center Way. The Fair plans to include over 375 vendor booths, live entertainment, beer and wine gardens, a city expo, free kids’ fun zone and more. Free admission. Learn more at simivalleystreetfair.com.
DATE: Saturday, May 6, 2023
TIME: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
COST: Free Admission
LOCATION: 1555 Simi Town Center Way, Simi Valley, California 93065.
MORE INFO: Learn more at simivalleystreetfair.com.
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TINY PORCH CONCERTS PRESENTS SHANE ALEXANDER WITH WATER TOWER
On Sunday, May 14, 2023, Tiny Porch Concerts presents its 2023 Summer Series at Peter Strauss Ranch featuring Shane Alexander with Water Tower.
These concerts are open to the public and open to all ages. Admission is FREE (however, a suggested $20 donation helps us support the great work of the Santa Monica Mountains Fund). Special reserved $60 VIP tickets are available that include a beer, wine, and cheese reception an hour before the music begins and a chair waiting for you in the theater! For tickets, visit www.tinyporchconcerts.com.
Tiny Porch Concerts is a non-profit 501(c)3 corporation dedicated to preserving the Santa Monica Mountains and the artists that perform. We thank you for your continued support.
DATE: Sunday, May 14, 2023
TIME: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
COST: Admission is FREE (however, a suggested $20 donation goes a long way to support the Santa Monica Mountains Fund). Available reserved $60 VIP tickets include a beer, wine, and cheese reception plus a chair in the theater.
LOCATION: Peter Strauss Ranch, 30000 Mulholland Hwy, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
MORE INFO/TICKETS: www.tinyporchconcerts.com.
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ARE OUR ELECTIONS FAIR?
The Conejo Valley Republican Women, Federated present Guest Speaker, Dr. Douglas Frank, noted scientist and elections analyst.
In Spring 2021, Dr. Frank was formally asked to conduct an analysis to investigate the contested results of a congressional race in Pennsylvania. “I discovered the algorithms that were controlling the election,” Dr. Frank said. He has state- by-state graphs to prove his theory of the Dominion algorithm.
DATE: Friday, May 19, 2023
TIME: 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
COST: Current Members: $25. Non-members and Guests: $30. Lunch is included. Subject to change. Verify before attending.
LOCATION: Sunset Hills Country Club, 4155 Erbes Rd, Thousand Oaks 91360
MORE INFO: Go to Conejo Valley Republican Women, Federated at www.cfrw.org.
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CALIFORNIA STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL AT THE VENTURA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
After a three-year hiatus due to challenges brought on by the pandemic, the 37th Annual California Strawberry Festival will take place Saturday and Sunday, May 20-21, 2023. For the first time, the event will be held at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. Festivalgoers can indulge in strawberry treats from over 40 food and beverage booths. The festival features artists and crafters, a Ninja Nation obstacle course, live entertainment on two stages, Strawberryland for kids and a “build-your-own” strawberry shortcake.
An estimated 1.5 million strawberries will be consumed over the two-day festival. Vine-ripened strawberries grown in the Oxnard Plain are considered by many to be the juiciest strawberries in the world. Since its inception, the nonprofit California Strawberry Festival has donated over $4.5 million to Southern California charitable organizations.
DATES: Saturday and Sunday, May 20-21, 2023
TIME: 10:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., both days
COST: Admission is $15; active military with ID and family and seniors 62 and over, $10; youth ages 5 to 12, $8; children 4 and under, free. Limited onsite parking. Free shuttles. Amtrak station across the street.
LOCATION: Ventura County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 10 W Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA 93001
MORE INFO: For more information, go to www.CAStrawberryFestival.org or email [email protected].
TAXPAYERS’ TOWN HALL: A FOCUS ON PUBLIC SAFETY
Join VCTA (Ventura County Taxpayers Association) as they host the Taxpayers’ Townhall, a special event focused on Public Safety. This engaging discussion will feature prominent guests, including 1st District Supervisor and Chair Matt LaVere, Sheriff Jim Fryhoff, and District Attorney Erik Nasarenko. Together, they will address the challenges that Ventura County is facing in the fight against the rapidly growing fentanyl epidemic. Attend this event to gain insight into their roadmap and strategies for combating this crisis. General Admission Tickets are $75 and include Lunch.
DATE: Thursday, June 22, 2023
TIME: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
COST: General Admission Ticket price is $75 (includes Lunch)
LOCATION: Courtyard Marriot, 600 E. Esplanade Drive, Oxnard, CA 93036
MORE INFO: For Tickets and Information, visit VCTA.org/events.
