July 3, 2009 RSS feed / Family

Get out of the heat and in the swim at public pools

When the going gets hot, the hot go to the pool. Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District has two pools in Simi Valley open for public swimming during the summer months. The cost for public open swim sessions is $3 per person. More...

Local chess club 'rooking' for new players

A chess club meets from 6 to 10 p.m. Mondays at the Simi Valley YMCA, 3200 Cochran St. Fifty new players are needed. Men, women and children are welcome. Players are encouraged to bring a chess board or chess clock. More...

Event at Janss Marketplace will accompany T.O. fireworks

The annual July 4 Janss Marketplace Fireworks Spectacular will be from 4 to 10 p.m. this Saturday at the shopping center, off the 101 Freeway at Moorpark Road and Hillcrest Drive in Thousand Oaks. Admission is free. More...

Habitat for Humanity earns 4-star rating

Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County has been awarded a fourstar rating by Charity Navigator, the leading charity evaluator in America. Habitat has earned the rating for its ability to efficiently manage and grow its finances. More...