Jan 2012 - Presenting Magazine

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS - WINTER
JANUARY
The Contradictory Queen Victoria
George Stuart Exhibit & Monologues
January 1, 2012 - February 05, 2012 Recurring
weekly
11a.m. – 5p.m. Tuesday through Sunday
100 East Main Street , Downtown
Contact: Museum of Ventura County (805) 653-0323
Admission: Admission is $5 for the general public
Queen Victoria was history's longest reigning female
monarch. Her 63-year rule was also the longest in
British
history, during which the United Kingdom of Great
Britain became the world's most powerful nation and
largest
empire. Today, we often refer to the years of her
reign as the Victorian Age, a time period identified
with strict
codes of morality and social conformity. Yet Queen
Victoria was in fact an independent thinker, which her
advisors did a good job of concealing. Learn about
her contradictory life and times.
Friday The 13th City Hall Ghost Tour
January 13, 2012 - 8-10:30pm
Meet at front steps of City Hall Poli St., Downtown
Contact: City of Ventura (805) 658-4726
Admission: $20
Join us on a chilling Friday the 13th after-hours
adventure in City Hall. With paranormal historian
Richard Senate you will learn about some of the
strange cases tried in this former courthouse while
looking for the angry Lady in Red and other ghosts
that have been confronted here.
SPRING WILDFLOWERS ISLAND CRUISES
February 12, 2012 - March 25, 2012 Recurring
weekly on Sunday, Saturday
Cruises depart from Ventura Harbor
1691 Spinnaker Dr, Ste. 105B
Ventura Harbor
Contact: Island Packers (805) 642-1393
Spring Wildflowers of the Channel Islands, Half Day
and All Day trips with landing ashore for a naturalist
led hike.
Tall Ships Hawaiian Chieftain
& Lady Washington
January 24 to February 6, 2012
Ventura Harbor Village
1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA 93001
(805) 477-0470
www.HistoricalSeaport.org
Tall Ships docked in the Ventura Harbor offer daily
Dockside Tours, Battle Sails, and Adventure Sails
where passengers learn seaworthy history.
January thru March 2012
Island Packers Cruises
1691 Spinnaker Drive #105B, Ventura, CA
(805) 642-1393
www.IslandPackers.com
Whale Watching Season is here and it’s a great time
to catch a glimpse of nature up close and personal!
Island Packers, Ventura County’s official
concessionaire to the Channel Islands National Park,
is now offering half-day and all-day whale watching
excursions to view these magnificent mammals.
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February 18, 2012
Contact: Ventura Music Festival for information on
this and other music events.
(805) 648-3146 or contact@venturamusicfestival.org
472 E. Santa Clara Street
Ventura, CA
Featuring the Grammy-winning Spanish Harlem
Orchestra
Living History with Civil War Re-enactment
Camp – Tall Ship Visit
January 28 - 29, 2012
(805) 477-0470
www.WashingtonArtillery.info
First Company Washington Artillery of New Orleans
creates living history with a replica of a military camp
from 1861 - 1865 including a hospital, tents, musket
and pistol demonstrations, cannons, and an antique
gun display. Come see live music of the era by
Watermelon Pie and shake hands with President
Abraham Lincoln impersonator wandering through
the camp.
FEBRUARY
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library
Valentine’s Day Dinner and Dance
February 14, 2012 – 6pm – 9:30pm
40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, CA
Tickets at (805) 577-4057 or online at
www.reaganfoundation.org/events.
Admission $160.00 per couple
Enjoy a three-course meal under the wings of Air
Force One, a complementary glass of champagne,
and tours of the Reasgan Library and Air Force One
pavilion.
International Food and Wine Festival
Pacific Gray Whale Watching
Latin Jazz Concert
February 15, 2012; 7pm – 10pm
Herzog Wine Cellars
3201 Camino Del Sol, Oxnard, CA
Contact: Tasting Room (805) 983-1560
http://www.herzogwinecellars.com/
Annual International Food & Wine Festival - Herzog
will host winemakers from around the globe in a
celebration of amazing wine and food. Join us in
exploring wines from countries such as France,
Spain, Australia, Argentina, Italy, and of course,
Herzog's own California wines. Chef Aarons and
Tierra Sur Restaurant will provide an equally
impressive spread of eclectic cuisine, influenced by
flavors around the world.
Please call the tasting room at 805-983-1560 to
purchase tickets.
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Ventura Music Week Celebration
February 18 - 20, 2012
1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA
www.VenturaHarborVillage.com
(805) 477-0470
Relax and enjoy the bounty of live music at the
Carousel Stage in Ventura Harbor including Jazz,
Reggae and Blues. Free performances celebrate
Ventura’s thriving local music scene (weather
pending).
Discover The Real George Washington:
New Views From Mount Vernon
February 22, 2012 – May 18, 2012
Visit http://www.reaganfoundation.org
Approximately 100 original objects associated with
George Washington – including the only surviving
complete set of his famous dentures – will be on
display for the Reagan Library’s special exhibit. This
goes beyond the iconic image on the dollar bill to
reveal the real George Washington as not only a
general and president but as a young land surveyor,
experimental farmer, and savvy entrepreneur.
Washington’s views on religion and slavery, and the
influence of his wife, Martha, are also explored in this
exhibition which features life-size figures of
Washington developed through a cutting-edge
forensic investigation, engaging videos, original
artifacts, intricate three-dimensional architectural
models, and interactive displays.
MARCH
50th Annual Ventura Gem, Mineral,
Lapidary & Fossil Show
March 3-4, 2012
Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm
10 W Harbor Blvd,, Ventura Waterfront
Contact: Ventura County Fairgrounds (805) 6483376
Admission: Free
Displays of gems, minerals, fossils & lapidary arts
from the personal collections of VGMS members and
guests; on-going demonstrations of lapidary arts &
jewelry making; door prizes & silent auctions; a
"Country Store" flea market & plant sale; dealers; and
children's activities.
January-June 2012
CALENDAR OF EVENTS - SPRING
Celebration of The Whales Festival
March 18, 2012
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Channel Islands Harbor
3350 South Harbor Blvd, Oxnard, CA
Phone: (805) 643-6458
Admission: FREE, Handicap Accessible, Children
Welcome
Come celebrate the migration of the Pacific Gray
Whale. The Annual Celebration of the Whales
Festival includes a full-day of live entertainment,
children's activities, whale watching excursions, and
exhibits all highlighting the Gray Whales!
America’s Teaching Zoo
Spring Spectacular 2012
March 24, 25, 31, April 1, 7, 8 of 2012.
Moorpark College
7075 Campus Road, Moorpark, CA
(805) 378-1441
Eye to Eye Get up close and personal with some of
the Zoo's favorite animals. Creature Feature: Special
Guests from the animal industry. (See the list below
for a partial guest listing) Kids' Zone: Fun, Games &
Lots of Prizes. Dig for buried treasure, temporary
tatoos, face painting, bean bag toss, and more. VIP
Tours: Behind the scenes of America's Teaching Zoo
and the EATM Program. Visit areas, not normally
seen by the public! Rafles, Food & Fun for the entire
family!
Big Band Dinner and Dance
April 13, 2012
Visit http://www.reaganfoundation.org or call (805)
577-4057
Admission $64.95
Guests will enjoy an incredible buffet dinner while
dancing the night away. Includes tours of the
Reagan Library and Air Force One Pavillion.
Fifth Annual Earth Day
April 14, 2012 - 10am-5pm
Promenade Park, Downtown
Contact: Ventura Charter School 805-648-5503
x1001 or www.ventuaearthday.org.
Join in the celebration of Mother Earth, life, and
green living. Visitors to the popular celebration will
find free family-friendly entertainment, education,
children's activities, crafts, eco-friendly project
displays, and green exhibitor booths. The event
provides a smorgasbord of family-friendly music,
entertainment, education, and storytelling, as well as
a multitude of activities such as crafts, games, face
painting, and a scavenger hunt. There's also a silent
auction and raffle with prizes worth thousands of
dollars. New for 2012, the event will be held in
conjunction with a five kilometer "green" fun run,
scheduled to end near Promenade Park. Profits from
the day-long event go toward funding enrichment
programs for kindergarten through eighth-grade
students at the Ventura Charter School, a tuition-free
public school
APRIL
Harbor is Hopping
April 8, 2012
1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA
(805) 477-0470
Hop on over for Springtime celebration and Easter
brunch at Harbor restaurants. Come meet & take
photos with the Easter Bunny, or shop while listening
to live music entertainment at the Carousel Stage.
Janurary-June 2012
May 19-20, 2012
10am-6:30pm Saturday and Sunday
Strawberry Meadows of College Park
3250 South Rose Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93033
Contact: California Strawberry Festival Office (888)
288-9242 or www.strawverry-fest.org
Admission prices are on-line, children 4 and under
are free. Handicap Accessible, Children Welcome.
Strawberries galore and more are in store at this
annual festival. Ranking among the top Festivals in
the nation, the fruitful celebration boasts strawberries
every way imaginable, along with all day fun for the
entire family with concert performances, the
Strawberry Promenade with celebrity cooking
demonstrations, more than 250 Fine Arts & Crafts
booths, Strawberryland For Kids with rides and
attractions, gooey contests, special appearances, and
more.
Memorial Day Weekend Happenings
May 26-28, 2012
Ventura Port District
Anchors Way Drive, Ventura, CA
(805) 477-0470
Kick off Summer with Memorial Day Weekend live
music performances by local band favorites
throughout the holiday weekend. Admission is free.
JUNE
Kingsman Shakespeare Festival
"Much Ado About Nothing"
June 29-July 15, 2012 – 8:00 pm
Festival grounds open at 5:30 p.m. for pre-show
picnicking and entertainment.
60 W. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks
Visit http://kingsmenshakespeare.org or
call (805) 493-3014.
Admission $15.00 adults, Free under 18
Kingsmen Shakespeare Company is the professional
theater company of California Lutheran University.
The nonprofit organization also coordinates apprentice
programs for professional and aspiring
Shakespearean actors, an educational tour program
in local schools, and summer theater camps for youth.
MAY
Cottontail Day
March 31, 2012
(805) 477-0470
Ventura Harbor Village is filled with the sights and
sounds of family on the Village Main Lawn. The
Cottontail Bunny can be spotted hopping around
giving children a chance to shake hands or grab a
hug. Other activities include face painting, petting
zoo, hands-on arts & crafts, pony rides and so much
more. $1 Easter egg hunts are held every 30
minutes for ages 1-7 (weather pending).
California Strawberry Festival
Conejo Valley Days
May 9-13, 2012
23 Freeway at Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, CA
(805) 371-8730
Conejo Valley Days entertains 55,000 visitors each
year over the five-day festival. With carnival rides,
commercial vendors, arts and crafts, community
organizations, games, food and a wonderful
community spirit, it is truly a long-standing celebration
perfect for the whole family.
Simi Valley Street Fair
Greek Festival
May 12, 2012 – 9am-5pm
Cochran Street (between Galena & Sequoia)
Contact Michele Bennett – Simi Valley Chamber of
Commerce (805) 526-3900
Admission FREE – However bring some money for
the great food & craft vendors!!
Back again this year is the popular Kids Korner and
over 300 booths lining Cochran Street displaying
business products, sales of arts & crafts, promoting
community organizations, commercial vendors,
fabulous food booths and a great entertainment
stage! Parking will be enhanced as Farmer’s
Insurance has approved the use of their parking lot
for the event.
June 22-24, 2012
St. Demetreos Greek Orthodox Church
400 Skyway Drive, Camarillo, CA
www.vcgreekfestival.org
From enticing fragrances from our Greek specialty
food booths, to beautiful melodies of our distinctive
bouzouki music, you will be transported to Greece.
We welcome you with open arms. Don’t be surprised
if someone hugs you. Being Greek (even for a day) is
a body contact sport. To maximize your Big Fat
Greek Experience, be sure to: engage in activities,
ask questions, dance, and shop at our marketplace
enjoy Greek music, specialty foods, imported
drinks...consider taking some home to enjoy later!
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Table of Contents
Calendar of Events
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Community Guides
Agoura Hills, Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village
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Simi Valley
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Golf Courses
10
Ventura
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Camarillo, Oxnard
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Museums
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Key Phone Numbers
28
Special Features
Adventure Options
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Cover shot:
The beautiful Ventrua Harbor at dusk.
Photographed by Ali Shahrouzi
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January-June 2012
COMMUNITY GUIDE - AGOURA HILLS, THOUSAND OAKS, WESTLAKE VILLAGE
Westlake Village
Westlake Village is a very well-planned
community that boasts award-winning
neighborhoods, thriving businesses and
enviable lifestyles while preserving and
enhancing the natural environment of the area.
Visitors will see that this community is ideal.
The beach is nearby, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts
Plaza is just up the road, as is the intellectual
climate of California Lutheran University. The
whole Conejo Valley beckons hikers and
bicyclists wih its miles of mountain and canyon
trails. This exclusive community, centered on
Agoura Hills
The community’s name was chosen to honor
early settler Pierre Augoure in 1928, but through
misspelling or for ease of pronunciation, the
Postal Service changed it to Agoura, becoming
Agoura Hills with the city’s incorporation.
Located in the Santa Monica Mountain foothills
just 30 minutes from many urban centers, the
city sits among oak-covered canyons and rolling
hillsides and is just minutes from ocean beaches.
Visitors who like the great outdoors will enjoy this
“Gateway to the Santa Monica Mountains
National Recreation Area with hiking and biking
trails in over 80 acres, in six parks, ranging from
small neighborhood parks to an equestrian
center. The Reyes Adobe Historical Site at the
base of Ladyface Mountain represents 150 years
of exciting California history through documented
stories and artifacts from the families that have
called the Reyes Adobe home since 1850.
center between Los Angeles and San Francisco
and is funded through a unique public/private
partnership between the City of Thousand Oaks
and the Alliance for the Arts. Shoppers will
appreciate The Oaks Mall and Janss
Marketplace both offering miles of shopping
experience. High-end retailers, world-class
dining and cinema experiences make these
malls a destination in and of themselves. For
those seeking out historical sights, visit the
Stagecoach Inn Museum Complex which
includes a pioneer home, a Spanish-Mexican
adobe and a Chumash Ap (tule dwelling) as well
as the Stagecoach Inn originally known as the
Grand Union Hotel when it was built in 1876.
Westlake Lake is often thought of as an ideal
spot to take a vacation. Don’t be surprised to
see electric boats motoring up and down the
main lake, as well as past the many well kept
backyard docks surrounding the island.
Children will enjoy feeding the various species
of ducks and geese that populate the lake area.
Anyone can take in the neighborhood splendor
from the marina board walk or lakeside dining
at the many restaurants at The Landing.
Thousand Oaks
The name, presumably for the area’s many oak
trees, first appears on a track map in 1923.
Today it is home to Amgen, Inc., the largest
biotechnology company in the world and
Ventura County’s largest private employer.
Annually, it is among the safest small cities in
America. The residents are serious about
preserving the ring of open space surrounding
the city, with local and city groups continuing to
buy more land to save it from development.
A visit to this area must include the Thousand
Oaks Civic Arts Plaza’s Countrywide Performing
Arts Center. This is the largest performing arts
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DINING GUIDE - AGOURA HILLS, THOUSAND OAKS, WESTLAKE VILLAGE
AGOURA HILLS
Café 14
The husband and wife team whip
up an assemblage of tasty options
at this Cal-French eatery - no
one’s leaving unsatisfied. (Dinner)
30315 Canwood Street, Agoura
Hills. (818) 991-9560.
Maria’s Italian Kitchen
Growing up in Hoboken, New
Jersey, Maria learned all the
delicious nuances of Napolitano
family recipes. (Lunch, Dinner)
(Beer & Wine) 29035 Thousand
Oaks Blvd., Agoura Hills.
(818) 865-8999
www.mariasitaliankitchen.com
Bella Terraza Restaurant at
Hyatt Westlake Plaza
Azar’s Sports Bar
Oaks. (805) 497-7427
Located in the beautiful Hyatt
Westlake Plaza, the eclectic menu
is created from using all of the
great California fresh offerings in
an indoor or al fresco patio dining
seting beside colorful gardens and
picturesque waterfalls.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) (Full
Bar) 880 S. Westlake Blvd.,
Thousand Oaks. (805) 557-1234
www.westlake.hyatt.com
www.banditsbbq.com
Bogarts
& Steakhouse
Neighborhood Sportsbar and
Steakhouse. (Lunch, Dinner) (Full
Bar). 2215 Michael Dr, Newbury
Park . (805) 498-2365.
H20 Sea Grill
California cuisine with ambiance
and colorful setting, featuring
sumptuous buffets. (Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner) (Full Bar)
Renaissance Agoura Hills Hotel,
30100 Agoura Road, Agoura Hills.
(818) 707-1220
marriott.com/property/abouthotel/re
staurants/laxag
Bandit’s BBQ
589 N. Moorpark Road, Thousand
comes with their trademark “garlic
Watch your movie in style in a
lounge setting. Cocktails and pub
faire. Located in the Muvico
Theater 166 Hillcrest Dr, Thousand
Oaks. (805) 494-4702
www.muvico.com
knots”, hot out of the oven.
Borderline
Bella Luna Italian Restaurant
A taste of Italy awaits you. Each of
Bella Luna’s Central and
Leila’s Restaurant
& Wine Bar
Mediterranean Italian entrée
A casual, contemporary setting
combined with bold fusion cuisine.
Leila’s is open for dinner only,
Tuesday through Sunday from 5:00
pm. Reservations strongly
recommended. (Dinner) (Beer &
Wine) 752 Lindero Canyon Road,
Oak Park. (818) 707-6939
www.leilasrestaurant.com
Janurary-June 2012
THOUSAND OAKS
Live Entertainment Fri & Sat.
(Lunch, Dinner) (Full Bar)
579 N. Ventu Park Road #A,
Newbury Park. (805) 499-6767
www.blrestaurant.com
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If the drinks are flowin’ the kitchen
is goin’! Great food, friends and
fun! Come dance the night away.
99 Rolling Oak Dr. Thousand Oaks
(805) 446-4435
www.borderlinebarandgrill.com
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Buca Di Beppo
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Greenhouse Café
Mastro’s Steakhouse
An authentic Italian restaurant that
offers great food. 205 N. Moorpark
Rd, Thousand Oaks (805) 449-3688
www.bucadibeppo.com
“Food with Integrity” is what drives
this restaurant. You can taste the
freshness. 935 Broadbeck Dr.,
Newbury Park. (805) 499-3561
www.chipotle.com
Fine Vietnamese cuisine in a warm
and friendly atmosphere. Try our
traditional Vietnamese delicacies
along with our great American faire.
652 E. Janss Rd., Thousand Oaks.
(805) 373-6500
The finest prime steaks, fresh
seafood accompanied by live
music and dancing 7 nights a week
in the piano bar. (Dinner) (Full
Bar) 2087 E. Thousand Oaks
Blvd., Thousand Oaks.
(805) 418-1811
www.mastros.com
California Pizza Kitchen
100 Promenade Way,Suite A
Westllake Village, (805) 374-2727
www.californiapizzaketchen.com
Champagne French Bakery
A place for cake lovers. They
serve sandwiches & beverages
also. 180 Promenade Way #1,
El Torito
Authentic Mexican dishes. 449
Moorpark Rd., Thousand Oaks.
(805) 497-3952 www.eltorito.com
Serene garden dining. 1414
Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand
Oaks. (805) 495-1545
www.akashicbookshopandcenter.com
Gino’s Trattoria
(Lunch, Dinner) (Full Bar) 442
W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks.
(805) 371-9705
Owner Gino Setola welcomes you
with his classic Italian dishes.
From Veal Picatta to his Gelato
Truffles, enjoy this casual and
friendly favorite. (Dinner) (Beer &
Wine) 720 E. Thousand Oaks
Blvd., Thousand Oaks.
(805) 494-7743
(Lunch, Dinner) (Full Bar) 1700
Newbury Road, Newbury Park.
(805) 214-9947
USDA prime corn fed beef,
charbroiled over mesquite grill.
Seafood selections include Bacon
wrapped Tiger Prawns, seared Ahi,
and Shrimp Scampi. Wine and
martini list and outdoor seating.
(Lunch, Dinner) (Full Bar). 1714-A
Newbury Road, Newbury Park.
(805) 498-1314
www.holdrens.com
Garden Café
Cheesecake Factory
Chili’s
Holdren’s Steak & Seafood
Pickle’s Deli
Traditional as well as innovative
American and International deli
fare. 1940 Newbury Road,
Newbury Park. (805) 480-4800
www.picklesdeli.com
PF Chang’s
Asian fusion dining at its best.
Covered patio dining.
(Lunch and Dinner)
2250 E. Thousand Oaks, Blvd.,
Roma Italian Deli Restaurant
Lupe’s Mexican Restaurant
A true local treasure in business
since 1947. You know it has to be
great Mexican food 1710 E.
Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand
Oaks. (805) 495-3573
(see our ad on this page)
Original Family Recipes Since 1947
Mandarin Buffet
Upscale All-You-Can-Eat
Chinese/Japanese/ American
restaurant. Karaoke, Beer and
Wine. Delivery available
(Lunch, Dinner)
55 Rolling Oaks Dr., Thousand
Oaks. (805) 777-8820
Open: Mon 10-9pm ■■ Tues-Sun, 10am-9:30pm
Since 1978 serving great pizza,
steak and seafood. Home made
pastas, deli subs. Our famous
canolis are a must. Patio seating.
Beer & wine. (Lunch, Dinner) Mon
-Sat: 11:30am - 9pm; Sun 4:30pm
- 8:45pm 2247 Michael Dr,
Newbury Park (805) 499-2455
Romano’s Macaroni Grill
Order a bottle of chianti o go along
with any of our fantastic Italian
dishes anItalian at its best. 4000
E. Thousand Oaks Blvd.,
Saffron Indian Cuisine & Bar
Traditional Indian specialties,
serene ambience, lunch buffet
579 N. Ventu Park Road, Suite A
Newbury Park, CA 91362.
(805) 499-7115
1710
1710 Thousand
Thousand Oaks
Oaks Blvd.,
Blvd., Thousand
Thousand Oaks,
Oaks, CA
CA 91360
91360
(805)
(805) 495-3573
495-3573
Since 1947, Lupe’s has been one of the
community’s first family-owned and operated
restaurants. You will find it snuggled under
an historic old oak tree where just about
every day, lines of people can be seen
waiting to get in. The restaurant has grown
from a two-booth, five bar stool cafe to
become a Conejo Valley landmark with
a seating capacity of over 100.
Now featuring Agava Wine Margaritas,
Sangria, and wines from local wineries
Live entertainment on
Sun., 12-3 p.m.; Alternating Thurs & Fri. 6-8p.m.
Come in and see what all the talk is about!
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Sunset Terrace Lounge
California cuisine, excellent
service. (Lunch, Dinner) (Full Bar)
235-G North Moorpark Rd.,
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360.
(805) 497-4847
www.sunsetterracerestaurant.com
Sushi Yusho
“Very Serious About Sushi?
This Must be the Place!!!”
2365 Michael Drive,
Newbury Park.
(805) 375-2269
www.sushiyusho.com
WESTLAKE VILLAGE
Bauducco’s
Baudocco’s is both a restaurant
and an Italian Deli with all breads
and pastas made on the premises.
2839 Agoura Road, Westlake
Village. (818) 991-4670
Bellavino Wine Bar
and Restaurant
Live jazz presented every Friday
and Saturday evening.
(Dinner) (Beer & Wine)
3707 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd.,
Westlake Village.
(805) 557-0212
www.bellavinowinebar.com
(Lunch, Dinner)
860 Hampshire Rd # Z
Westlake Village, CA.
(805) 777-7100
(See Calabasas section for review).
982 S. Westlake Blvd.,
Westlake Village.
(805) 494-6494
www.finsinc.com
Backlit wall panels of semiprecious stones lend a dramatic
ambience in which to enjoy light,
healthful Asian fare.
(Dinner) (Full Bar)
Two Dole Rd, Westlake Village.
(818) 575-3000
www.fourseasons.com/westlakevillage
Galletto Bar and Grill
Pookie’s Thai
Fins Seafood Grill
Kumo Sush
Bollywood Restaurant
Fresh and healthy meals and
creative indian cuisine. Chicken
Tikka Masala, Lamb Vindaloo
Janurary-June 2012
Sharky’s Mexican Gril
Finest destination for sushi.
(Lunch, Dinner) (Beer & Wine)
860 Hampshire Road, Suite Z,
Westlake Village. (805) 494-5250
www.kumosushi.com
Full sushi and sashimi bar.
California Continental cuisine.
32123 Lindero Canyon Road,
www.thelandinggrill.com
Offering indoor & outdoor dining
from the gourmet food and cocktail
menu. Try Bogie’s classic burger.
(Lunch Dinner) (Full Bar)
32001 Agoura Rd.,
Westlake Village.
(818) 889-2394
Unique Greek and Italian dishes
with just the right touch of all the
best and freshest ingredients made
from scratch. (Lunch, Dinner)
(Beer & Wine) 3316 E. Thousand
Oaks Blvd., Westlake Village.
(805) 496-6777
www.romiosca.com
Californian cuisine. Views of the
garden and waterfall while dining
on the terrace. (Breakfast, Dinner)
(Full Bar) Two Dole Drive,
www.fourseasons.com/
westlakevillage/dining.html
Pizza and more! Try our
unforgettable Pizzookie for dessert
if you have room left from our
generous portions (Lunch, Dinner)
3955 Thousand Oaks Blvd.,
Westlake Village.
(805) 497-9393
www.bjsbrewhouse.com
Bogie’s
Romio’s Pizza and Pasta
Hamptons
Landing Grill & Sushi Bar
Veal Oscar and Baked Alaska as
well as excellent Seared Ahi and a
White Truffle Risotto for a more
modern flavor.
(Brunch, Dinner) (Full Bar)
Westlake Village.
(818) 889-8300
Pookie’s is a family run restaurant.
Salad options, noodles, stir-fry and
more, Pookie’s offers a generous
menu for your appetite. (Lunch,
Dinner) (Beer & Wine)
8600 Hampshire Road, Suite Z,
Westlake Village.
(805) 531-0094
Mouthwatering Brazilian-Italian
flavors. Patio Dining and music
nightly. Hours; (Lunch, Dinner)
(Full Bar)
982 Westlake Blvd.,
Westlake Village.
(805) 499-4300.
www.gallettobarandgrill.com
BJ’s
Boccaccio’s
Onyx – Four Seasons
Westlake Village
Sharky’s offers its clientele
something new and exciting from
“Signature Burritos” to “World
Famous Tempura Battered Fish
Tacos”, all fresh, natural, healthy
and at a reasonable price. 111 S.
Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village.
(805) 370-3701
Spa Café
After your session at the spa, relax
with an energy drink, healthful soup
or salad in a casual, self-service
environment. Lounge on the
outdoor terrace and let the delightful
fragrances from the herb garden
just beyond, stimulate your senses.
(BL) (Full Bar) Two Dole Drive,
www.fourseasons.com/westlake
village/dining/spa_caf_.html
Marmalade Café
Featuring a fantastic seafood
salad. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
140 Promenade Way, Suite 1,
Westlake Village.
(805) 370-1331
www.marmaladecafe.com
Mediterraneo
Elegant but sexy, charming,
romantic. All the elements
combined give Mediterraneo vibe
and atmosphere, offering California
cuisine at its finest. (Lunch,
Dinner) (Beer & Wine) 32037
Agoura Road, Westlake Village.
(818) 889-9105
Tuscany II Ristorante
From caviar to spaghetti there is
something for everyone including
excellent service. (Dinner) (Full
Bar) 968 S. Westlake Blvd. Suite 4,
Zin Bistro Americana
Zin Bistro Americana features a
scenic fire lit patio, spacious bar,
plush booths and lakefront dining
(Brunch, Lunch, Dinner) (Full Bar)
Suite 111, Westlake Village.
(818) 865-0095
www.zinbistroamericana.com
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Tapas Bar & Lounge
Located at The Thousand Oaks Inn,
come join us for award-winning
margaritas, local beer, world-class
Tapas and wood-fired pizza.
(Daily Brunch) (Dinner)
75 W Thousand Oaks Blvd,
Thousand Oaks. (805)373-8785
www.toitapasbar.com
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Natural Café
Wholesome and natural
ingredients are used in all of our
sandwich and entree creations
968-12 Westlake Blvd.,
Westlake Village.
(805) 449-0099
www.thenaturalcafe.com
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Nearby Golf Public Courses
Agoura Hills
Lindero Country Club • 818.889.1158 • 5719 Lake Lindero Drive • 9 holes; 2,975 yards; par 58
Camarillo
Camarillo Springs Golf Course • 805.484.1076 • 791 Camarillo Springs Rd • 18 holes; 6,375 yards; par 72
Sterling Hills Golf Course • 805.604.1234 • 901 Sterling Hills Drive • 18 holes; 6,395 yards; par 71
Fillmore
Elkins Ranch Golf Course • 805.524.1440 • 1386 Chambersburg Road • 18 holes; 6,010 yards; par 71
Moorpark
Moorpark Country Club • 805.532.2834 • 11800 Championship Dr • 27 holes; varied yards; par 72
Rustic Canyon • 805.530.0221 • 15100 Happy Camp Canyon Road • 18 holes; 6,634 yards; par 71
Tierra Rejada Golf Club • 805.531.9300 • 15187 Tierra Rejada Road • 18 holes; 6,557 yards; par 72
Ojai
Ojai Valley Inn • 805.646.2420 • 905 Country Club Road • 18 holes; 5,892 yards; par 70
Soule Park Golf Course • 805.646.5633 • 1033 E. Ojai Avenue • 18 holes; 6,398 yards; par 72
Oxnard
River Ridge • 805.983.4653 • 2401 West Vineyard Avenue • 18 holes; 5,683 yards; par 70
Port Hueneme
Seabee Golf Club (military ID required) • 805.982.2620 • 1000 23rd Avenue • 18 holes; 6,275 yards; par 71
Santa Paula
Mountain View Golf Course • 805.525.1571 • 16799 S. Mountain Road • 18 holes; 5,357 yards; par 69
Simi Valley
Lost Canyons Golf Course • 805.522.4653 • 3301 Lost Canyons Drive • 18 holes; 6,530 yards; par 72
Simi Hills Golf Course • 805.522.0803 • 5031 Alamo Street • 18 holes; 6406 yards; par 71
Thousand Oaks
Los Robles Greens Golf Course • 805.495.6421 • 299 S. Moorpark Road • 18 holes; 5963 yards; par 70
Ventura
Buenaventura Golf Course • 805.677.6772 • 5882 Olivas Park Drive • 18 holes; 6,300 yards; par 72
Olivas Links • 805.650.6315 • 3750 Olivas Park Drive • 18 holes; 6,353 yards; par 72
Westlake Village
Westlake Village Golf Course • 818.889.0770 • 4812 Lakeview Cyn. Road • 18 holes; 5,053 yards; par 68
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• Cocktail Lounge
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COMMUNITY GUIDE - SIMI VALLEY
Simi Valley
The name comes from a Chumash Indian word,
shimiji, which refers to the thread-like clouds
that appear sometimes over the valley. Located
at the edge of eastern Ventura County encircled
by beautiful hills, Simi Valley is a haven away
from the congestion of the San Fernando Valley
and Los Angeles County and is consistently
rated one of the safest cities in the nation.
Visitors come by the “busloads” to the home of
the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and
Museum, which hosts the Air Force One
Pavillion. Corriganville Park is another mustsee, once known for being the backdrop of
many western movies and television shows.
The city is also host to the annual Cajun
Festival, a weekend-long event that showcases
New Orleans Jazz, blues, Cajun and Creole
music as well as authentic N’awlins cuisine from
jambalaya to fried alligator.
Preserving the tradition of the old west, one Simi
Valley neighborhood still provides bridlepaths for
horses instead of sidewalks.
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DINING GUIDE - SIMI VALLEY
SIMI VALLEY
Blue Fin’s
Don Cucos
This is one of the premiere sushi
bars in Simi Valley featuring
California Continental cuisine that
comes from all over the world.
1230 Madera Road, Simi Valley.
(805) 584-9668
You can enjoy casual dining with a
festive atmosphere, fabulous
menu, full service bar, Sunday
Brunch and more. (Brunch, Lunch,
Dinner) (Full Bar) 3991 Cochran
St., Simi Valley. (805) 583-5944
www.doncuco.com
California Pizza Kitchen
Arena Sports Grill & Bar
The Arena serves the best of good
food and sports entertainment, with
daily food and drink specials,
happy hour prices, over 25 TV
screens and 10 satellites sure to
be showing your favorite game.
Also enjoy several pool tables,
NTN trivia, darts, ping pong,
Karaoke and DJ dancing. 999
Enchanted Way, Simi Valley. (805)
583-2000 (see our ad on page 13)
Bartons
Eye-catching décor, comfortable
tables and booths with fast,
friendly and caring service. Pair
that with the freshest steaks and
seafood to treat yourself! 1627 E.
Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley.
(805) 955-9997
www.bartonssteakandseafood.com
Innovative hearth-baked pizzas are
created with flavors from Thai to
Jamaican Jerk. Sides include
creative salads, made-to-order
pastas, soups, sandwiches,
appetizers and desserts. (Lunch,
Dinner) (Full Bar) 1555 Simi Town
Center Way, #790, Simi Valley.
(805) 522-0030
www.californiapizzakitchen.com
El Paseo
Menu offers authentic Mexican
food with the freshest ingredients
& friendliest service. Featured are
tacos, burritos, tostadas,
enchiladas with your choice of
chicken, cheese or beef. (Lunch,
Dinner) (Beer, Wine) 2090 First
St., Simi Valley. (805) 527-6456
China Moon Buffet
Famous Daves
Lunch Buffet, Mon-Fri 11:00 am –
3:30 pm. Dinner Buffet Mon-Thu
3:30 pm – 9:00 pm. Fri-Sat 3:30
pm – 10:00 pm. Huge selections
on the menu! 1850 Erringer Road,
Simi Valley. (805) 306-1850
St. Louis-style spareribs, Texas
brisket and Georgia chopped pork,
all three worth trying. (Lunch,
Dinner) (Full Bar) 1229 Simi Town
Center Drive, Simi Valley. (805)
522-7227 www.famousdaves.com
Coco D’Amour
(taboo cuisine)
Garlic Jim’s Famous
Gourmet Pizza
This is one of the only places in
Simi Valley offering great food, full
bar and Live Entertainment all
wrapped up in a Taboo Package!
(Dinner) (Full Bar) 2321 Tapo
St., Simi Valley. (805) 578-2622
www.cocodamourcuisine.com
Maverick’s BBQ
Restaurant & Bar
5225 Cochran Street, Simi Valley.
(805) 527-8730
www.mavericksbbq.com
Momoya
Wonderful Sushi. You’ll be back
for more. (Lunch, Dinner) 2868
Cochran Street, Simi Valley. (805)
583-5299
Oak’s Sushi & Grill
1970 Sequoia Ave. #9, Simi Valley.
(805) 583-3434
Red’s BBQ & Grillery
3090-A1 Cochran Street, Simi
Valley. (805) 581-9076
Senor Gomez Courtyard
They make their own dough from a
revered family recipe and the pizza
sauce is from scratch. 2916
Sequoia Ave. #6, Simi Valley.
(805) 527-5763
The “Garlic Guys” have figured out
how to make delicious gourmet
pizza and have perfected the
science of prompt pizza delivery by
learning and experimenting. 131D
Cochran St., Simi Valley. (805)
526-1500 www.garlicjims.com
Stray Steer
Greek House Café
Vista’s Restaurant
Winner, LA’s BEST FOOD AWARD
2006. Your spot for the finest
authentic Greek and
Mediterranean food. Enjoy
generous portions of Gyro, and
lamb or chicken kabobs. 2375
Sycamore Drive, Simi Valley.
(805) 955-9899
www.greekhousecafe.com
Located in the Grand Vista Hotel,
999 Enchanted Way, Simi Valley.
(805) 583-2000
www.grandvistasimi.com
Herb & Spice
Thai Food. 1407 E. Los Angeles
Ave., Unit 6, Simi Valley. (805)
522-2000.
You’ll find the true taste of good ol’
country steakhouse cooking in an
authentic old west setting with wood
shavings on the floor. 4351 Valley
Fair, Simi Valley. (805) 526-8717
Yolanda’s Mexican Cafe
Traditional Mexican food and drink
for over 25 years with locations in
Oxnard, Ventura, Camarillo and
Simi Valley. Choose from award-
Islands Restaurants
Serving great, fresh food with
friendly service in a fun
atmosphere! (Lunch, Dinner)
1213 Simi Town Center Way, Simi
Valley. (805) 577-0693
www.islandsrestaurants.com
Limon Latin Grill
Unique upscale Latin fusion
restaurant & lounge beautifully
designed with a full bar of exotic
drinks, live music and dancing on
weekends. 1555 Simi Town
Center Way, Simi Valley. (805)
955-9277 www.limongrill.com
winning meals and margaritas.
Catering and parties available.
(Dinner) (Full Bar)
590 E. Los Angeles Ave., Simi
Valley (805) 306-9933
Marie Callender’s
20 W. Cochran St., Simi Valley.
(805) 582-0552
www.mariecallenders.com
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Alexander’s at the Four Points by Sheraton
Award Winning Sunday Champagne Brunch
All you can eat Buffet!
Omelet Bar
Carving Station
Seafood Display
Belgian Waffles
Dessert Room
And Much More!
Sundays 10am – 2pm
$25.95 adults
$22.95 seniors (55yrs)
$16.95 children (5-12yrs)
Alexander’s Restaurant
Reservations:
(805) 658-2000
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Four Points by Sheraton
Ventura Harbor
1050 Schooner Road
Ventura, CA 93001
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COMMUNITY GUIDE - VENTURA
Ventura
The city’s official name of San Buenaventura
(Saint Bonaventure, an Italian theologian) was
shortened to Ventura, reportedly because the
full name did not fit on railroad timetables. It is
more generally assumed that the shorter name
was simply more convenient.
Visitors have many choices. Ventura is home of
the Ventura County Museum of History & Art,
site of the Ventura County Fair, San
Buenaventura State Beach, the Ventura Harbor,
Ventura Pier and Channel Islands National Park.
The historic Mission San Buenaventura is still
used for regular Catholic Church services and is
open to the public.
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DINING GUIDE - VENTURA
Acapulco Mexican Restaurant
Chicago For Ribs
Fuji Sushi
Mexican, tacos, burritos and more.
725 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura.
(805) 644-3944
Family-owned restaurant serving
award winning ribs and “World
Famous Onion Rings” since 1982.
692 E. Main Street, Ventura.
(805) 641-0812
Enjoy an authentic taste of Japan
with innovative and careful
preparation.
573 E. Main St., Ventura.
(805) 643-7277
www.fuji-sushi.com
Cottage Café
Golden China
Fresh and huge breakfasts and
lunches served 6 am to 2 pm. Try
their Nine-Juan-Juan Hash! 2611
E. Thompson Blvd., Ventura.
(805) 643-1231
Authentic Chinese Cuisine. Voted
“Best Chinese Food, Best Karaoke,
Most Romantic Restaurant and
Best Place to Play Darts. (Brunch,
Lunch, Dinner)
760 S. Seaward Ave., Ventura.
(805) 652-0688
Alexander’s at the
Harbortown Hotel
You don’t have to be a guest of the
Harbortown Hotel to enjoy the
marina view at Alexander’s.
Featuring some of the best steak
and seafood in Ventura. (Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner) (Full Bar)
1050 Schooner Drive, Ventura.
(805) 658-2000
Aloha Steakhouse
(Lunch, Dinner) (Full Bar) 364 S,
California Street (across from the
Crowne Plaza Hotel), Ventura.
(805) 652-1799
Anacapa Brewing Company
The Anacapa Brewing Company is
Ventura County’s finest restaurant
and brewery, serving fresh, handcrafted ales produced by Head
Brewer Eric Rose, and a menu of
All-American grill items. (Lunch,
Dinner) (Beer & Wine)
472 East Main Street, Ventura.
(805) 643-BEER
www.anacapabrewing.com
Blackbeard’s Seaside BBQ
Fine BBQ and casual, pet friendly
patio. Overlooking the harbor
1591 Spinnaker Drive, Suite 115,
Ventura.
(805) 650-7773
Dargan’s Irish Pub
(805) 648-3001
Bombay Bar & Grill
Chef Paul Boulger serves delicious
California Cuisine at this 20 year
old landmark restaurant in Ventura.
(Lunch, Dinner) (Full Bar) 143 S.
California St., Ventura.
(805) 643-4404
Eric Ericsson’s on the Pier
Brooks
The Family Taco Stand perfected.
3868 E. Main Street.
(805) 656-4571
Seafood on the Ventura Pier.
668 Harbor Blvd., Ventura.
(805) 643-4783
www.ericericssons.com
Evita’s
Voted Best New Restaurant of the
Year by the VC Reporter, they offer
a small Central Coast wine list, full
bar with signature cocktails and
bar menu (Lunch, Dinner) (Full
Bar) 545 E. Thompson Boulevard,
Ventura.
Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant
Voted “Best Italian” for 5 years.
Old world charm, generous
portions and great service. Closed
Mon. (Dinner) (Beer & Wine)
2788 E. Main St., Ventura. (805)
648-7270.
Busy Bee Café
This is a classic 50’s style diner
with retro décor, music and menu
items like “chicken-fried steak”.
(Lunch, Dinner) 47 E. Main
Street, Ventura. (805) 643-4864
www.busybeecafe.biz
Greek at the Harbor, The
Serving the finest traditional Greek
dishes featuring seafood, chicken,
lamb, steaks and a vegetarian
menu. Belly Dancing and Greek
Folk Dancing. (Lunch, Dinner)
1583 Spinnaker Drive, Suite 100.
Ventura. (805) 650-5350.
www.greekventuraharbor.com
C Street Bar
At the Crowne Plaza Ventura
Beach Hotel. 450 E. Harbor
Blvd., Ventura. (805) 648-2100
222 www.cpventura.com
Café Fiore
Andria’s Seafood Restaurant
Andria’s opened in 1982 in the
beautiful Ventura Harbor. Their
waterfront heated patio makes for
fun and casual dining.
1449 Spinnaker Drive, Suite A,
Ventura.
(805) 654-0546
Austin’s at the Pierpont
The Pierpont’s lunch and dinner
menus feature traditional, regional
American recipes. Some of the
favorites include Grilled Rack of
Lamb and the Inn’s Traditional
Bouillabaisse. (Brunch, Lunch,
Dinner) (Full Bar) 550 Sanjon
Road, Ventura. (805) 653-6144 x
725 www.pierpontinn.com/dining
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Understated elegant spot for
traditional rustic Italian cooking
with a Southern flair. (Lunch,
Dinner) (Full Bar) 66 South
California Street, Ventura. (805)
653-1266 www.fiorerestaurant.net
Café Nouveau
1497 E. Thompson Blvd., Ventura.
(805) 648-1422
www.cafenouveau-ventura.com
Café Pacifico
At the Marriott Ventura Beach.
Casual Elegant, California and
Latin fare. 2055 Harbor Blvd.,
Ventura. (805) 643-6000
Cajun Kitchen
Authentic southern cuisine,
bringing a little bit of Louisiana to
Ventura County. Voted best
breakfast year after year!
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) 301 E.
Main St., Ventura.
(805) 643-7701
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Harbor Cove Café
Spinnaker Seafood Broiler
Go back to a simpler time, before
fast food chains “standardized” the
casual dining experience. 1867
Spinnaker Dr., Ventura Harbor,
Ventura. (805) 658-1639
Have mesquite grilled fresh fish,
crab, lobster, seafood, steaks, ribs
and chicken. (Dinner) (Full Bar)
1583 Spinnaker Dr., Suite 109,
Ventura. (805) 658-6220
Harbor Sushi
Sushi Marina
Traditional Japanese style
restaurant specializing in Sushi,
Tempura style menu items,
Japanese cuisine for lunch and
dinner. 1575 Spinnaker Dr. Suite
102, Ventura Harbor, Ventura.
(805) 639-0808
It’s in the Sauce
Their sauce is a family recipe that
originated in Texas. It has a tangy
yet mild sweet flavor that is perfect
for enhancing any smoked meat.
(805) 652-1215
Jonathan’s at Peirano’s
Specializes in Mediterranean
cuisine with a full Tapas Bar.
Offers over 90 wines by the bottle,
a full Martini Bar, al fresco patio
dining. (Dinner) (Full Bar)
204 E. Main Street, Ventura.
(805) 648-4853
www.jonathansatpeiranos.com
L & L Hawaiian BBQ
Cuisine influenced by Hawaii with
a fusion of Asian and American
dishes, served with flair that draws
grateful customers back again and
again. 4020 E. Main Street, Suite
B14, Ventura. (805) 642-6888
Latte 101
The owner knows about all types
of coffees and they carry some
very rare coffees as well as the
basics. 5722 Telephone Road,
Ventura. (805) 658-2677
Mandarin House
Take out or dine in traditional
Chinese fare. 4020 E. Main St.,
Ventura. (805) 654-0933
Locals love this place. Long line on
the weekends for very fresh and
consistently good fish! Open 7
days. 120 S. California St.,
Ventura. (805) 643-5200
O-Sabi Japanese Restaurant
We accommodate up to 30 people
for Teppan dining, with highly
skilled, acrobatic chefs preparing
“Iron Chef” gourmet cuisine at your
table. (Lunch, Dinner) (Full Bar)
5795 Walker St., Ventura. (805)
642-6200 www.o-sabi.com
Taqueria Tepatitlan
“Best Chile Relleno Burrito in
history!” Closed on Mondays.
362 N. Ventura Ave., Ventura.
(805) 653-0508.
Paradise Grill and Sportsbar
Ventura Spaghetti Co.
Extensive menu including
sandwiches, Mexican and Italian
food. Sports events on TVs, kids
play in the Amusement Arcade.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) 2362
E. Main St., Ventura.
(805) 648-5927
A family tradition, great Italian
cuisine. 2686 Loma Vista Rd.,
Ventura. (805) 643-7444.
www.venturaspaghetticompany.com
Victoria Pub & Grill
English pub with Brit and American
favorites. Enjoy billiards, darts and
a brew! 1413 Victoria Ave., Suite F,
Ventura. (805) 650-0060
Pete’s Breakfast House
“Best Breakfast” award winner in
Ventura County. There’s
everything from homemade
biscuits and jam to Huevos
Rancheros! 2055 E. Main St.,
Ventura. (805) 648-1130
Prime Steakhouse
Traditional Mexican food and drink
with locations in Oxnard, Ventura,
Camarillo and Simi Valley. Choose
from award-winning meals and
margaritas. (Dinner) (Full Bar)
22753 East Main Street, Ventura.
(805) 643-2700
Yolie’s Fresh Mex Grill
Buffet lunch daily, Champagne
Brunch on Sunday, Full Bar with
Happy Hour Mon-Fri. Huge
outdoor patio for large parties.
26 South Garden St., Ventura.
(805) 652-0338
Zoey’s Café
Quiet indoor or al fresco lunch, a
quick bite before the movie, or a
relaxing evening of music, Zoey’s
has it all. (Lunch, Dinner) (Full
Bar) 451 E. Main St., Ventura.
(805) 652-1137
www.zoeyscafe.com
Winchester’s Grill & Saloon
Live music and dancing
accompanies your fine dining
every Thursday through Saturday,
featuring oldies, jazz and R&B.
(Dinner) (Full Bar) 2009 E.
Thompson Blvd., Ventura.
(805) 652-1005
Great steaks, chicken, fresh
seafood and burgers in a relaxed
atmosphere with two outdoor
heated patios. Over 40 beers on
tap!!! Dinner is served Monday
through Friday with Lunch and
Dinner on the weekends. They
also have menus for the kids.
632 E. Main St., Ventura
(805) 653-7446
SideCar Restaurant, The
Housed in a 1910 Pullman Car.
(Dinner) (Full Bar) 3029 E. Main
Street, Ventura. (805) 653-7433
Margarita Villa
An upstairs location lets you enjoy
Southwest flavors while viewing
the ocean, hillsides and harbor
views. 1567 Spinnaker Drive,
#200, Ventura Harbor Village,
Ventura. (Lunch, Dinner) (Full Bar)
(805) 654-7906.
Milanos Italian Restaurant
Authentic Italian Cuisine with one
of the best views of Ventura
Harbor. Enjoy a romantic evening
or call for some of the best pizza in
town. 1559 Spinnaker Dr., #100,
Ventura (805) 658-0388
My Florist Winecafe & Bakery
76 S. Oak Street, Ventura.
(805) 653-0003
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COMMUNITY GUIDE - CAMARILLO, OXNARD
Visitors will enjoy touring the 4.5 acre Camarillo
Ranch. Walk through the richly restored ranch
home and experience the grandeur of residing
in a 6,000 square-foot house. Old Town is
another attraction. You might not realize it if
you’re just whizzing by on Highway 101, but
Old Town is not just the older commercial strip
along Ventura Boulevard just south of the
freeway. This whole area is really the heart of
the old Camarillo “town site” that was first laid
out back in 1910.
opportunities. At Channel Islands Harbor and
along the shoreline, boating, kayaking,
sportfishing, surfing and biking are popular
past-times. In downtown, Heritage Square and
the Carnegie Art Museum are two "must see"
cultural attractions. Oxnard also offers two
popular stops on the Ventura County Wine Trail
at Herzog Wine Cellars and Rancho Ventavo
Cellars.
Oxnard
Camarillo
The city was named for Juan Camarillo who
purchased the almost 10,000 acre Rancho
Calleguas in 1875 from Jose Pedro Ruiz.
Geographically near Ventura County’s center,
Camarillo is one of the area’s fastest growing
cities with new housing projects bringing more
residents to town.
Janurary-June 2012
Named for the Henry T. Oxnard family who
developed one of the city's first industries - a
sugar beet factory - the city of Oxnard is
surrounded by some of the richest agricultural
land in the world. Its farming heritage is
celebrated annually at the California Strawberry
Festival in May and the spicy Salsa Festival in
July. As the gateway to Channel Islands
National Park, just 11 miles offshore, Oxnard
offers an abundance of outdoor recreational
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DINING GUIDE - CAMARILLO, OXNARD
CAMARILLO
Aloha Steakhouse
Aloha Steakhouse features a menu of
classic and contemporaty favorites in an
atmosphere that is warm and inviting
with a casual dress preference for deck
shoes and surf shirts. (Lunch, Dinner)
(Full Bar) 5800 Santa Rosa Road,
Camarillo. (805) 484-1422
Bobbi’s Mexican Food
Bistro 13
Great Steak and Potato Co.
Bobbi’s Mexican Food was created in
1974 by an ambitious young lady with a
drive to serve her Sonora family food,
fresh & hot. Recipes and preparation
methods remain the same today with
quality produce and meats from local
farmers. 302 North Lantana Street
(Paseo Camarillo Center), Camarillo.
(805) 484-0103
Bistro 13 is known for their great
Pastas, Steaks and Seafood. Owner
Giovanni Tromba has put his 35 years
of experience into this modern Bistro.
They offer a full bar, excellent wine list
and remarkable service. (Lunch,
Dinner) (Full Bar) 4910 Verdugo Way,
Camarillo. (805) 258-3264
www.Bistro13.net
Great sandwiches made fresh on the
grill: with, of course, plenty of potato
choices. (Lunch, Dinner) 1775 E. Daily
Drive #G (Camarillo Plaza).
(805) 445-9700
Café India
Camarillo now has Indian Cuisine! It’s
good and affordable. 1775 E. Daily
Drive, Suite A, Camarillo.
(805) 987-8537
California Grill
Camarillo favorite ! Piano bar on Fri &
Sat from 7:30 pm. “End-of-the-Month
Bash” featuring the California Grill Band
on the last Friday of each month.
(Lunch, Dinner) (Beer & Wine) 67 Daily
Drive, Camarillo. (805) 987-1922
Crab House, The
Great seafood and probably the best
service you’ve experienced plus live
entertainment (Lunch, Dinner) (Full
Bar) 350 N. Lantana St., Camarillo.
(805) 987-4979 www.thecrabhouse.net
Enoteca Toscana
Wine Bistro
At Enoteca Toscana Wine Bistro you will
find cuisine that is simple,
unpretentious, delicious and pairs
perfectly with their wide selection of
wines. (Lunch, Dinner) (Beer & Wine)
2088 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo.
(805) 445-1433
www.enotecatoscanawinebistro.com
El Tecolote
Charming, authentic Mexican café and
a landmark in its current location since
1952. 333 N. Lewis Road, Camarillo.
(805) 482-4318 www.eltecolate.com
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JJ Brewsky’s Restaurant
& Bar
Here’s a fun and comfortable place to
enjoy quality food, drink, entertainment,
sports, live music and good company, .
(Full Bar) 1433 Ventura Boulevard,
Camarillo. (805) 482-5249
Little Thai
Fine Thai cuisine with a focus on
healthy cuisine, surrounded by
authentic artifacts and hand-painted
figurines from Thailand in museum
fashion. (Lunch, Dinner) (Beer & Wine)
2500 Las Posas Road, Camarillo. (805)
445-1365 www.mylittlethai.com
Old New York Deli
Where great food and great people
meet to enjoy a New York Deli
experience. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
(Beer & Wine) 4972 Verdugo Way,
Camarillo. (805) 383-0772
Ottavio’s
Come to Ottavio’s for a friendly
atmosphere and fine Italian dining
experience. We have been family
owned and operated since 1969.
(Lunch, Dinner) (Beer & Wine) 1620
Ventura Blvd., Camarillo. (805) 4823810 www.ottavio.com
Ric’s Restaurant
With an elegant casual dining room, full
bar and a heated outdoor patio, Ric’s
offers the perfect setting for any
occasion. Happy Hour Monday through
Friday. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
(Full Bar) 2500 Las Posas Road,
Camarillo. (805) 389-9919
www.ricksrestaurant.com
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Safire American Bistro
Camarillo’s newest hot spot. To quote
Executive Chef/Partner Mike Muirhead,
“It’s all about simple and fresh.” (Lunch,
Dinner) (Full Bar) 4850 Santa Rosa
Lane, Camarillo. (805) 389-1227
www.safirebistro.com
Texas Cattle Company
OXNARD
BJ’s
In 1978 two guys had a great recipe for
deep dish pizza and opened the first
BJ’s Chicago Pizzeria in Santa Ana,
California.
461 W. Esplanade Dr.,
Oxnard. (805) 485-1124
www.bjsbrewhouse.com
New; Kona Salad with Teriyaki chicken,
cheese, bacon bits, avocado, tomatoes
and sprouts all on a bed of lettuce. Pair
it with our great beef. 710 Arneill Road,
Camarillo. (805) 383-2770
Verona Trattoria
Come enjoy real authentic Italian
cuisine in the heart of Camarillo. Try
our Vongole Saltate or the Carpaccio
with a Dijon mustard dressing and
freshly shaved parmesan. (Lunch,
Cabo Seafood Grill
& Cantina
A visit to Cabo is all about good times,
good food and time with friends over a
frosty margarita. 1041 S. Oxnard Blvd.,
Oxnard. (805) 487-6933
www.caboseafoodgrill.com
Dinner) (Beer & Wine) 2485 Ventura
Blvd., Camarillo. (805) 383-7576
www.veronatrattoria.com
Yolanda’s has been serving traditional &
house-special Mexican food and drink
for over 25 years in Ventura County with
locations in Oxnard, Ventura, Camarillo
Mrs. Olson’s Coffee Hut
and more. Catering and party options
Owned and operated by the same
family since 1949. 477 N. Oxnard
Blvd., Oxnard. (805) 483-7933
www.donimiksoxnard.com
are available. (Dinner) (Full Bar) 86
Herzog Wine Cellars
Daily Drive, Camarillo. (805) 389-9922.
A true Kosher wine cellar. Tierra Sur
Restaurant is located in the winery.
3201 Camino Del Sol, Oxnard. (805)
983-1560 www.herzogwinecellars.com
and Simi Valley. You may choose from
many award-winning meals, margaritas
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Terrific pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage
not to mention bangers and mash!.
Start the day right! 117 Los Altos,
Oxnard. (805) 985-9151
Dominik’s Italian Restaurant
Ruby’s Café & Nightclub
Oxnard’s hippest restaurant and
nightclub featuring Latin music and
salsa dancing lessons.
348 S. Oxnard Blvd. Oxnard
(805) 486-2169
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1601 S. Victoria, Oxnard.
(805) 985-1340
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ATTRACTIONS
Rocking K Horse Rentals
Horse rentals, evening rides, group
rates. Open year round
Spring/Summer: 8am-6pm,
Fall/Winter: 8am-5pm. 1 hour: $25;
1.5 hours: $35; $20 each extra hr.
4790 West Lynn Rd,
Newbury Park (805)499-9512
AllState Background Screening
Fast, reliable, pre-employment and tenant screening
services. Licensed and insured. Services include:
verification, federal, state and county criminal check, sex
offender, bankruptcy, credit report, DMV report, Workers
Comp. Visit us at:
www.allstatebackgrounds.com
Ph: (877) 700-9443 • Fx: (805) 830-0327
Mobile: (805) 558-0971
customerservice@allstatebackgrounds.com
Pampered Pet Sitting
• 10 years in the Conejo Valley.
• Pets are visited in their own homes.
• We feed, change water, scoop litter, collect
mail, take trash out, etc.
• Lots of play (if they want)
• Licensed, bonded and insured.
• Prices start at $17.00/visit.
• Hotel guest traveling with a cat or small dog?
We can meet you in the hotel lobby.
(805) 499-6532
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MUSEUMS
CAMARILLO/OXNARD
Carnegie Art Museum
424 S. C Street (805) 385-8171
Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through
Saturday and 1-5 p.m. Sunday. Call for tours.
Commemorative Air Force World War
II Aviation Museum
455 Aviation Dr (805)482-0064
Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through
Sunday. Admission: donation requested.
Gull Wings Children’s Museum
418 W. 4th Street (805) 483-3005
Hands-on exhibits. Open Tuesday through
Saturday. Call for hours of operation
FILLMORE/SANTA PAULA
OXNARD
Skatelab Skateboarding Museum
Murphy Auto Museum
4226 Valley Fair St. (805) 578-0040
2230 Statham Blvd. – Oxnard, CA 93033 –
(805) 487-4333 .
www.murphyautomuseum.org
Relive decades gone by as you view more
than 40 antique, classic, and newer vehicles
on display, including a large collection of
PACKARDS. Open Saturdays & Sundays
10am- 4pm.
Museum hours; Winter: 3-10 p.m. weekdays,
10 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekends; Summer: noon
to 10 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
weekends. Admission is free.
Mullin Automotive Museum
3290 Lang Ranch Pkwy. (805) 492-8076
1421 Emerson Avenue Oxnard, CA 93033(805)385.5400
www.mullinautomotivemuseum.com
A culmination of Art Deco design of Bugatti,
Delahayes, Delages, Talbot-Lagos. Open
Saturday, January 15, 2011 and February 12,
2011 from 10am-3pm.
Exhibits of Chumash culture and history, tours
of cave art. Park hours are daily from sunrise
to sunset. Museum hours are from 10 a.m. to
3 p.m. Tue through Sat. Guided cave tour on
Saturdays at 1 p.m. $5 donation requested.
350 Main Street (805) 524-0948
Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through
Friday and weekends by appointment only.
California Oil Museum
Hours: 10–4, Wed–Sun. Admission: $4 Adults,
$3 Seniors, $1 Children. 1001 E. Main St.,
(805) 933-0076 www.oilmuseum.net.
Navy Const. Batt. Ctr (Ventura Rd & Sunkist)
(805) 982-5165
Military artifacts of the Navy Civil Engineer
Corps and Seabees. Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tue through Sat. Closed on federal holidays.
Those without base access must schedulele
group tours..
SIMI VALLEY
Located near Fillmore & Western Railroad,
the society focuses on the acquisition,
preservation, restoration, exhibition and
operations of historic railroad equipment.
and Museum
Stagecoach Inn Museum
51 S. Ventu Park Rd (805) 498-9441
Open 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.
Entire complex open 1 to 4 p.m. Sundays.
VENTURA
113 E. Main Street (805) 648-5823
CEC/Seabee Museum
Santa Clara River Valley Railroad
Historical Society ( www.scrvrhs.org )
NEWBURY PARK
Oakbrook Regional Park Chumash
Interpretive Center
Albinger Archaeological Museum
PORT HUENEME
Fillmore Historical Museum & Park
THOUSAND OAKS
Artifacts from 500 B.C. to the present on
display. Open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday
through Friday, Sept-June; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wed-Fri, June-Sept, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sat and
Sun.
Channel Islands National Park
1901 Spinnaker Drive (805) 658-5730
Exhibits in the park’s visitor center including
photo displays, a native plant display, indoor
tide pool. Open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
Ventura County Museum of
History and Art
100 E. Main Street (805) 653-0323
40 Presidential Dr. (800) 410-8354
Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tue through Sun.
The Air Force One Pavillion adds 87,500 sq ft
of exhibit space to the Library. In the Pavillion,
visitors will be able to tour through President
Reagan’s Air Force One (tail #27000). For
information and admission prices, call or visit;
www.reaganlibrary.com. $12, Under 10-Free
CALABASAS
Leonis Adobe Historic House
23537 Calabasas Rd. (818) 222-6511
1844 dated Adobe house with animals and
ranch history.
TEN EDUCATIONAL PLACES TO TAKE YOUR KIDS
All around Ventura County, thoughtprovoking, family-friendly attractions
abound. Here are 10 places to take your
kids for a fun and educational day on the
town:
1. Channel Islands National Park
R.J. Lagomarsino Visitor Center.
The center features a display of marine
aquatic life and exhibits about the
Channel Islands.
1901 Spinnaker Drive at Ventura Harbor.
(805) 658-5730
http://www.nps.gov/chis/planyourvisit/visit
orcenters.htm.
2. California Oil Museum.
Tells the story of the state's oil industry
through interactive displays, videos,
working models, games, photographs,
restored gas station memorabilia and an
authentic turn-of-the-century cable-tool
drilling rig. Visitors will see how the
Indians used natural oil seeps and watch
a miniature drilling rig bore into the
Earth.1001 E. Main St., Santa Paula.
(805) 933-0076
http://www.oilmuseum.net.
3. San Buenaventura Mission
Visit the last California mission, founded
in 1782 by Father Junipero Serra and
now an active Catholic church. Also visit
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the museum and gift shop to learn more
about the Native Americans who lived
and worked at the mission as well as
mission life, worship and the padres.
211 E. Main St., Ventura (805) 643-4318
http://www.sanbuenaventuramission.org.
see how the family lived. 4200 Olivas
Park Drive, Ventura. (805) 658-4728
http://www.olivasadobe.org.
6. Commemorative Air Force
World War II Aviation Museum
This museum features an exciting peak
into the past at some famous WWII
planes, including a P-51 Mustang. Don’t
miss the chance to actually fly along the
California coast in one of these historic
airplanes. 455 Aviation Dr. Camarillo
(805)482-0064 Open 10 a.m. to 4
p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.
Admission: donation requested.
4. Museum of Ventura County and
Albinger Archaeological Museum
Learn about the county's heritage and
local culture and, among its exhibits, see
the intricate George Stuart Collection of
Historical Figures.
The nearby Albinger Museum houses
artifacts discovered during excavations
around the mission that took place in the
1970s, including the foundations of the
"lost mission church," and an ancient
earthen oven. Some of the relics on
display date back to 1600 B.C.
The county museum is in a temporary
site at 89 S. California St.
http://www.venturamuseum.org.
The Albinger museum is at 113 E. Main
St. (805) 648-5823
7. The Ronald Reagan
Presidential Library and Museum
See a piece of the Berlin Wall, view a
replica of the Oval Office, see
extravagant gifts given to the Reagans
from foreign heads of state, and learn all
about the 40th U.S. president's radio,
movie and political careers. Visitors also
can tour Air Force One. 40 Presidential
Drive, Simi Valley. 1-800-410-8354
http://www.reaganlibrary.com.
5. Olivas Adobe
The home of Mexican cavalryman
Raymundo Olivas, his wife, Teodora, and
their 21 children brings to life California's
rancho period in the mid-1800s. Tour the
two-story hacienda and its grounds to
8. Stagecoach Inn Museum
Step back in time and learn about
Conejo Valley history with a visit to a
reconstruction of the old 1876 Grand
Union Hotel and replicas of a pioneer
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home, a Spanish-Mexican adobe and a
Chumash dwelling.
51 S. Ventu Park Road, Newbury Park.
(805) 498-9441
http://www.stagecoachmuseum.org.
9. Santa Monica Mountains
National Recreation Area
Scores of Native American and cultural
workshops for children and adults are
scheduled throughout the summer at the
Satwiwa Native American Indian Culture
Center in Newbury Park.
The National Park Service Visitor Center
is at 401 W. Hillcrest Drive in Thousand
Oaks. (805) 370-2301 or (805) 375-1930
http://www.nps.gov/samo/planyourvisit/
events.htm.
10. Exotic Animal Training and
Management Program at
Moorpark College.
Visit the animals and see how they are
trained, or check availability to enroll the
kids in the Junior Safari Zoo Camp.
This teaching zoo houses more than 150
different animals of over 90 species.
7075 Campus Road, Moorpark.
(805) 378-1441.
http://www.moorparkcollege.edu (click on
"Teaching Zoo").
January-June 2012
What Makes a Good Gift? A Good Gift Experience!
Understanding and Predicting
Consumer Behavior- Why People
Buy Things They Don’t Need
(Dearborn Trade Publishing, July
2004), author Pam Danziger
reveals her findings and relates
them to gift giving for our readers.
Danziger: Having meticulously
profiled customers through surveys,
interviews, and focus groups, I
found that shopping today has
fundamentally changed. It is no
longer about the item to be
purchased, but the experience. I
have taken those findings and
projected them onto the importance
of gift choices and the experience
of receiving gifts and what makes
that the best experience it can be.
My findings point to the end of
cocooning, a trend which has
dominated our culture for the past
twenty years. Instead we are now in
an age of “connecting,”
characterized by the desire to find
ways to link up and forge
meaningful relationships. This new
trend will affect the stores people
shop in, the brands they select, and
the product categories they
purchase, and the gifts they prefer.
Moreover, it underscores the need
for gift givers to develop new gift
experiences that will enable them to
connect with recipients on an
emotional plane. The card, the
personal message, the timely
arrival, the wrapping, how it is
presented to the recipient, all
influences the overall gift
experience and satisfaction of the
recipient with that gift.
Based on my findings, I advise
those choosing gifts to:
• Touch the emotions of their
recipients– “After hundreds of hours
spent talking to and interacting with
customers in a research setting, I
know that emotion is at the
foundation of people buying things
they don’t need and it stands to
reason, their enjoyment of gifts they
don’t necessarily need”.
• Entertain, entertain, entertain– “An
educated mind is an active mind,
and an active mind needs mental
stimulation. Marketers and retailers
need to plan to satisfy this need.” A
gift recipient who feels entertained
by the gift, the presentation, the
card, the wrapping, etc. receives an
emotional charge out of knowing
effort beyond the product selected
was made for them.
Travel Tips for the Area
Now you know, too!
1. Jacket/Sweatshirt – ALWAYS IN THE CAR:
Our area is famously blessed with typically
fantastic weather and mild temperatures. Many
visiting from other areas may easily be caught
off guard by the 20-30 degree temperature
swings that can occur from midday to after
sundown. Even at midday a fifteen minute drive
from a sunny Westlake Village over to a foggy
Malibu or Zuma Beach can leave you shivering
with a 20 degree temperature drop. January
through March expect highs from the mid 50s to
mid 60s most days and nights from the high 30s
to mid 40s (DOUBLE CHECK THIS)
Be prepared with layers – If you plan to be
out for the day and into the evening, or moving
about within Ventura and West L.A.Countys’
beautiful valleys, mountains or beaches, keep a
jacket along for the ride.
2. Travel Time Estimates – to LAX
Ventura Highway (The 101) …"in the
sunshine…" of popular music lore, and touting
beautiful scenery in places, can become a
parking lot along with our other highway routes
that crisscross Ventura County. The need for
patience or extra time is especially likely as one
nears LA and the 405 (if more than 1 passenger
the car pool lane helps once you hit the 405),
and anytime around commute periods. Tip -
Janurary-June 2012
most shuttle and limo drivers jump off the 405 at
Howard Hughes Blvd., unmarked on the 405 as
an airport exit. After exiting here one can follow
well marked signs and save time compared to
the well marked Century Blvd. exit. From
Ventura 1 hour 15 to 1 hour 45 minutes, but it
can be much worse.
Alternate Path to LAX from Ventura County –
Canyon/Coast Route - If you pull info from an
online map search or just highlight your 101/405
path to LAX on your road atlas, you can throw
the travel estimates out the window at certain
times of the day or if there is an accident. LAX
bound limos carting celebrities usually wouldn’t
be driving next to you during those times. They
will cut across Las Virgines Canyon or Kanan to
get to a more predictable and scenic PCH
(Pacific Coast Highway aka Hwy. 1) when going
to LAX. Compared with no interstate traffic, this
can add 10 minutes to your travel time. But if
the 101 / 405 slow or stop, the scenic route can
save an hour or more and help you make your
flight. An accident on the coast can also wreak
havoc with arrival times.
The key attribute that
distinguishes a good gift is
something that the recipient will like,
but also something that they are
unlikely to buy for themselves.
Because most gifters look for
something that is more emotional,
rather than practical, they turn first
to entertainment and recreation
goods, such as books, toys,
sporting goods, video/audio, DVD’s
and entertainment equipment,
photographic equipment,
computers, games, etc. Next is
clothing and fashion accessories,
such as handbags and wallets, or
jewelry and watches, purchased by
two-thirds of gift shoppers each.
PAMELA N. DANZIGER, an astute
market researcher for more than
twenty years, is president of Unity
Marketing, a marketing consulting
firm serving consumer product
businesses and author of Why
People Buy Things They Don’t
Need.
3. What is "The Valley"? – Depending on who
you are speaking with and where you are
standing, this phrase can refer to a few areas in
Ventura County, including the Canejo Valley if
referring to an area in southern Ventura County,
but could also be Simi Valley or Ojai Valley. But
most often and in general it usually means the
San Fernando Valley starting south of Ventura
County. The San Fernando Valley is also home
of the descriptive "Valley Girl" label
TRAFFIC REPORTS UPDATES HELP DECIDE:
Best Bets - Tune into AM stations: KFI 640
(every 15 minutes), KNX 1070 (every 10
minutes), KFWB 980 (every 10 minutes)
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Adventure Options and Memory Makers
Whale Watching, Thrill Rides and More!
Nature Lover? Thrill Seeker? The central coast has
a little something for everyone. From boating
excursions to museums, to great hikes, there are
many wonderful activities to explore.
For a truly one-of-a-kind experience in Ventura County,
you need to take a ride in a World War II vintage airplane at
Commemorative Air Force Southern California Division.
www.CAF-SoCal.com, (see ad on page 22). Don’t miss out
on this incredible, nostalgic way to enjoy the Southern
California coastline.
For a more leisurely day of boating rent your own electric
boat, sailboat, kayak or paddle boat for the day or hour, and
enjoy the harbor and marina from Hopper Boat Rentals.com
(see ad on page 24) or Ventura Boat Rentals.com (see ad on
inside front cover) or relax and enjoy their dinner & sunset
cruises for more romantic memories.
Looking for a unique and fun way to spend the day in
Ventura? Check out the many interesting shops and activities
in Ventura Harbor Village. (see ad on page 1)
Ready for some whale watching? Island Packers (see ad
on page 1) offers world-class whale watching tours for
individuals and groups.
Why not relax and take in the beautiful ocean view while
dining or cocktailing at one of the many fantastic themed
restaurants at the Ventura Harbor, like Blackbeard’s Seaside
BBQ, The Greek at the Harbor or Margarita Villa? (see ad
on page 1). Or stay for dinner and watch the sunset at
Andria’s Seafood (see ad on page 1).
Presidential Library and Museum (see ad on page 13) in
Simi Valley. The new Air Force One exhibit is not to be
missed and the grounds, setting and history showcased there
is awe-inspiring. (800) 410-8354 or visit
www.reaganlibrary.com.
While your in Simi Valley don’t forget the Arena Sports
Bar & Grill at the Grand Vista Hotel. Live music and dancing
nightly. (see ad on page 15)
If you’re in Ventura County, and are feeling a little
stressed, be sure to make an appointment at The Massage
Place in four conveniently located throughout the county,
(see ad on page 17). There is nothing more relaxing than a
Swedish, Deep Tissue or Hot Stone massage given by
trained, caring professionals.
For a unique harbor touring experience, The Dreamer’s
Dream offers up romantic harbor dinner and cocktail
cruises. (see ad on inside front cover)
Looking for great Mexican food? On the west side try
Yolandas. (see ads on pages 14, 24)
For worry-free travel to and from the airport, be sure to call
RoadRunner Shuttle (see ad on back cover)
A hidden treasure of our area is Malibu Creek State
Park. The entrance is on Las Virgenes Canyon Rd. accessed
off the 101 near Calabasas.
Children will particularly enjoy sprinting up steep hills,
climbing over boulders, making walking canes of bamboo,
wading in the creek, Jumping from the tall rocks isn’t
supposed to be done, but…
So be daring and creative in beautiful southern
California. Create experiences that provide big fish, big
wave, train robbery or a whale of a tale no one can challenge
when you retell them.
History buffs and admirers of “The Great
Communicator” will want to visit the Ronald Reagan
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Transportation
Amtrak Train
800-872-7245
Street Scene Limo 805-494-9631
RoadRunner Shuttle 800-247-7919
(see our ad on Back Cover)
Yellow Cab Taxi Company
Ventura
805-659-6900
Oxnard
805-483-2444
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805-383-3013
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805-777-1771
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805-529-0322
805-370-0035
818-889-3150
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The tranquil swimming hole at Malibu Creek State Park is a
great place for hiking, rock climbing, wading, or just quietly
enjoying your lunch.
Farmers Markets
Wednesday
Midtown Ventura
Pacific View Mall
9am-1pm
Thursday
Oxnard-Plaza Park
C St. & 5th St.
2pm-6:30pm
Thousand Oaks-The Oaks Mall
Thousand Oaks Blvd & Wilbur Rd
1:30pm-6:30pm
Friday
Simi Valley
The Simi Valley Town Center
3pm-7:30pm
Saturday
Calabasas
Old Town Calabasas
8am-1pm
Camarillo
Ventura Blvd (school parking lot)
8am-12pm
Sunday
Oxnard
Channel Islands Harbor
10am-2pm
January-June 2012

Jan 2012 - Presenting Magazine

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