FRI., AUG. 29

Open Studio Tour

Santa Barbara Studio Artists hosts Opening Gala Exhibition for annual Studio Tour, 6 to 9 p.m., Arts Fund Santa Barbara Gallery, 205 Santa Barbara St. Visit artists in studios, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Event benefits Arts Fund of Santa Barbara. Time: 6:00 PM Phone: 805.899.8854 Date: 8/29/2008

Hawaiian Luau Westlake Bella Vita Italian Social Club meets for Hawaiian chicken dinner, St. Jude's Catholic Church parish hall, 32032 W. Lindero Canyon Road, Westlake Village. Hawaiian luau theme. Officer nominations, bingo. $12 members, $14 guests. Time: 6:00 PM email: larry.averill@att.net Date: 8/29/ 2008

Peace Mom Mary Pallant's Ventura County Speaker Series hosts Cindy Sheehan, 7 p.m., Oak Park Community Center, 1000 Kanan Road. Sheehan is Iraq war protestor, author of "Peace Mom: A Mother's Journey Through Heartache to Activism." Sheehan signs books after talk. Fundraiser after talk for Sheehan's political campaign. Lecture is free but $3 donation appreciated. Books for sale. $25 donation for fundraiser. Time: 7:00 PM Phone: 818.404.1245 Date: 8/29/2008

Codetalker Talks

Chumash Interpretive Center unveils new Navajo Codetalkers exhibit, 3290 Lang Ranch Parkway, Thousand Oaks. One of last WWII codetalkers, Joe Morris, discusses his experiences overseas as a Marine and POW. $10 adults, $7 veterans. Reservations requested. Time: 7:00 PM Phone: 805.492.8076 Date: 8/29/2008

SAT., AUG. 30

Equestrian Skill

Open Horse Show "Show for the Gold," hosted by local horse club, today and Sunday, starts 8 a.m. each day, Arroyo Simi Equestrian Center, 3495 Chicory Lane, Simi Valley. Saturday is all-English show, age divisions for flat, jumping classes. Sunday is all-Western show, age groups, equitation, pleasure, trail reining, games, halter and showmanship. Prizes. No charge for spectators. Time: 8:00 AM Phone: 805.527.9655 Date: 8/30/2008

American Indian Blues

Chumash Indian Museum hosts two-day Native American Blues Festival, noon to 7 p.m. today and Sunday, Oakbrook Park, 3290 Lang Ranch Parkway, Thousand Oaks. Features John Trudell, musician and activist; Irene Bedard and Deni band. Environmental organizations, arts and crafts vendors, food booths. Bring lawn seating. $20 advance, $25 at gate. Children 12 and under half price. Time: 12:00 PM Phone: 805.492.8076 email: graywolftrading@sbcglobal.net

Date: 8/30/2008

Day Of Jazz

Great Gatsby Jazz Festival Santa Barbara Polo and Racquet Club. Gates open 3 p.m. Musicians include Brian Culbertson, Gerald Albright, Marcus Johnson, Himalaya, L.A. Mambo Combo Lation Jazz Ensemble. Wear all white or linen attire. $40 general lawn seating, $100 VIP premier seating, $400 for two platinum reserved seating. Time: 3:00 PM Phone: 877.805.2582 Date: 8/30/2008

'Ghostbusters'

Movies in the Park presents "Ghostbusters," rated PG, to screen at dusk, Reyes Adobe Park, 30400 Rainbow Crest Drive, Agoura Hills. Bring lawn seating, picnics, no pets. Free admission. Sponsored by city of Agoura Hills Department of Community Services. Time: 8:00 PM Phone: 818.597.7361 Date: 8/30/2008

MON., SEPT. 1

Motown Harmony

Labor Day Concert Motown revue with The Best Intentions, Conejo Community Park, 1175 Hendrix Ave., Thousand Oaks. Free admission, bring lawn seating. Time: 5:00 PM Phone: 805.381.1274 Date: 9/1/2008

TUES., SEPT. 2

Gardening Talk

Westlake Village Garden Club meets Westlake Village City Hall, 31200 Oak Crest Drive. Refreshments 9:30 a.m. Meeting 10 a.m. Elda Bielanski discusses California Master Gardener Program of UC Ventura County Extension. Contact: Carol Time: 9:30 AM Phone: 818.706.8217 Date: 9/2/2008

Acoustic Music Ventura County Acoustic Music Club meets 6:30 to 10 p.m., Camarillo Round Table Pizza, 880 Arneill Road. Play or listen to acoustic music. Guests welcome. Contact: T.J. Zeiler Time: 6:30 PM Phone: 805.482.0029 Date: 9/2/2008

Ocean Fisheries

Ventura County Sportfishing Club meets Restaurant Mariscos Cancun, 10745 E. Avenida de Los Arboles, Thousand Oaks. Dr. Chris Lowe, internationally known marine biologist, speaks on his research projects, ocean fisheries. All persons interested in ocean fishing invited. Contact: Bill Time: 6:30 PM Phone: 818.889.1370 Date: 9/2/2008

WED., SEPT. 3

Foundation Guild Conejo Valley Guild of Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation meets Westlake Inn, 31943 Agoura Road, Westlake Village. Luncheon follows meeting. Author/humorist January Jones gives program. $26. RSVP by Aug. 28. Contact: Susan Time: 10:30 AM Phone: 818.986.9616 Date: 9/3/2008

THURS., SEPT. 4

45th Anniversary

Camarillo Women's Club begins 45th year with inspiration brunch, Sterling Hills Golf Club, 901 Sterling Hills Drive, Camarillo. Guest speaker Betty Berry, senior advocate Ventura County Star. RSVP requested. Time: 10:00 AM Phone: 805.377.4422 Date: 9/4/2008

Library Book Sale

Woodland Hills Library hosts book sale, 22200 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. New, used books for adults, children. Every child receives free book. Paper bags provided or cloth bags for sale, $1; no plastic bags. All proceeds support library. Time: 10:00 AM Phone: 818.226.0017 Date: 9/4/2008

GOP Convention

Ventura County Republican Party hosts convention-watching party to see John McCain's acceptance speech, Ventura County Republican Center, 2219 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Ste. 103, Thousand Oaks. Refreshments served. Free. RSVP requested. Contact: Natalie Time: 6:30 PM Phone: 805.217.2465 email: venturacountygop@gmail.com Date: 9/4/2008

FRI., SEPT. 5

Moorpark Women Moorpark Women's Fortnightly Club meets Moorpark Country Club, 11800 Championship Drive. 9:45 a.m. social time, registration. 10 a.m. meeting. Entertainment by jazz singer Teresa Russell. $20 for luncheon. RSVP by Sept. 1. Contact: Randy Time: 9:45 AM email: kramermp@yahoo.com Date: 9/5/ 2008

Plenty Of Books

Book Bag presents fourth annual sidewalk sale, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and Saturday, 202 N. Skyline Drive, Thousand Oaks. Children's books and paperbacks 50 cents. Hardbacks $1. Cash, check only. Benefits local literary education. Contact: Denise Time: 10:00 AM Phone: 805.497.0710 Date: 9/5/2008

Senior Ball

Senior Ball Celebration Bethel AME Church hosts dance for anyone age 70 or older, Elks Club, 801 S. "A" St., Oxnard. Semiformal attire. Dinner, dancing, entertainment. Family oriented. $25. Time: 6:00 PM Phone: 805.486.6477 Date: 9/5/2008

SAT., SEPT. 6

Charity Garage Sale

Boys & Girls Club of Simi Valley hosts garage sale, club's gym, 2850 Lemon Drive, Simi Valley. Proceeds support club programs. Donations of sale items welcome. Time: 8:00 AM Phone: 805.527.4437 Date: 9/6/2008

Thanks To Members American Association of University Women Thousand Oaks

Branch hosts annual fall Membership Appreciation Breakfast, Provence Room, Westlake Village Inn, 32001 Agoura Road, Westlake Village. 8:15 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. breakfast. Dr. Sharon Norling speaks. Special interest tables. $30. RSVP by Aug. 29. Guests, prospective members welcome. Contact: Armecia Time: 8:15 AM Phone: 805.373.0832 Date: 9/6/2008

Plant Sale

Conejo Valley Botanic Garden hosts water-wise plant sale, 10 a.m. to noon, 350 W. Gainsborough Road, Thousand Oaks. Time: 10:00 AM Phone: 805.494.7630 Date: 9/6/2008

GOP Luncheon

West Valley Republican Club meets for lunch and program, Sagebrush Cantina, 23527 Calabasas Road, Calabasas. Faculty instructor Allan Hoffenblum speaks on issues for upcoming election. $35. RSVP due by Sept. 3. Contact: Mary Time: 11:00 AM Phone: 818.591.1071 Date: 9/6/2008

Doggone Fun Southern California seventh annual Doodle Romp & Picnic private setting in Malibu mountains. For owners of Labradoodles and Goldendoodles. Buffet picnic, raffles, auctions, vendors, dog photography, competitions. Fundraiser for Pasadena Humane Society. Registration deadline Aug. 30. Location, details provided upon RSVP. Time: 1:00 PM email: doodleromp@verizon.net Date: 9/ 6/2008

Time To Sign Up

Triunfo YMCA hosts YGuides information day and barbecue, 4 to 7 p.m., Willow Elementary School, 29026 Laro Drive, Agoura Hills. Info on Papooses, Indian Guides and Princesses, Trailblazer programs for fathers and their children. Staff answers questions, demonstrates activities. Bounce house, magicians, games. Free. Contact: Veronica Time: 4:00 PM Phone: 818.707.9622 email: vrodarte@triunfoymca.org Date: 9/ 6/2008

Nature Presentation

Nature of Wildworks presents An Evening With John Muir, performed by Lee Stetson, Topanga Community House, 1440 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Topanga. One-person show on naturalist John Muir. $15 adults, $8 children under 12. Tickets available online, at door. Time: 7:00 PM Phone: 310.455.0550 Date: 9/6/2008

SUN., SEPT. 7

Jewish Surnames Jewish Genealogical Society Conejo Valley/Ventura County meets 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Temple Adat Elohim, 2420 E. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks. Warren Blatt, editor of JewishGen, speaks on Jewish surnames. Klutzmer Band plays Eastern European music. No charge to attend. Contact: Jan Time: 1:30 PM Phone: 818.889.6616 email: publicity@jgscv.org Date: 9/7/2008

MON., SEPT. 8

Good Bugs

Conejo Orchid Society meets Westlake Village City Hall, 31200 Oak Crest Drive. Allison Starcher, expert on orchid pests, speaks on "Good Bugs." Refreshments, orchid raffle. Guests welcome. Contact: Janna Time: 7:00 PM Phone: 805.278.2205 Date: 9/8/2008

Free Thought

Freethinkers of Ventura County meets Best Western Camarillo Inn, 295 Daily Drive, Ste. 5, Camarillo. Discussion on Gay Marriage Initiative on November ballot. Both sides addressed. Donation appreciated to cover room rental. Time: 7:30 PM Phone: 805.443.8753 email: FrThVC@yahoo.com Date: 9/8/ 2008

TUES., SEPT. 9

Learn About Opera

Friends of the Platt Library hosts second season L.A. Opera talks, Platt Library, 23600 Victory Blvd., Woodland Hills. "Il Trittico," trilogy of oneact operas. Free, no reservations needed. Time: 6:45 PM Phone: 818.340.9386 Date: 9/9/2008

WED., SEPT. 10

Welcome Newcomers

Conejo Valley Newcomers Club hosts annual open membership coffee, 10 a.m. to noon, Grant Brimhall/Thousand Oaks Library, 1401 E. Janss Road. For all new, longterm residents of Conejo Valley area, Camarillo, Moorpark, Simi Valley. Time: 10:00 AM Phone: 805.677.2628 Date: 9/10/2008

Lake View Fishing

Conejo Valley Fly Fishers meets Orchid Room, Best Western Thousand Oaks Inn, 75 W. Thousand Oaks Blvd. Kent Rianda gives program on underwater view of Crowley Lake. Time: 7:00 PM Phone: 805.498.2944 Date: 9/10/2008

FRI., SEPT. 12

Global Travel Whizzing Around the World with Irma Traveler Irma Kackert presents program on India, Goebel Senior Center, 1385 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. Time: 1:00 PM Phone: 805.381.2744 Date: 9/12/2008

Music By The Fire

Fireside Concert 8 to 11 p.m., Fireside Room, Borchard Community Center, 190 Reino Road, Newbury Park. Party of 4 barbershop quartet, guitarist Charlie Brown, Whiskey Chimp Bluegrass Band. $7 at door, first come first served seating. No reservations. Adults only, no children. Contact: Bob Time: 8:00 PM Phone: 805.499.3511 Date: 9/12/2008