Conejo Recreation and Park District

✨ Get ready for a RecVan adventure this Saturday! 🌳 Join us at Russell Park and Lang Ranch Park on 12/9 for an hour of FREE fun for the kids. 🎨🎉 Crafts, games, and prizes await! Don't miss the excitement – see you there! 🌈🤸‍♂️

🎁✨ Embrace the holiday spirit with our festive classes at the Thousand Oaks Community Center! 🎄 Join us for the Gift Baking Class on 12/12 and the Gift Making Class on 12/19. 🍪🎨 For just $20 per class, kids can craft heartfelt gifts or make delicious treats to share with family during the holidays. 🎅👩‍🍳 Don't miss out on the joy! For more information, call 805-381-2793. 🌟🎁

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Calling all young engineers and robotics enthusiasts!

The Thousand Oaks Teen Center in cooperation with LeCTXrobe Academy presents the inaugural Robotics Competition on Thursday December 14th from 4:00-7:00pm. The event will be open to all 12–17-year-old who own a Lago Robotics Kit (NXCT, EV3, or SPIKE). Entry fee is only $20.

Registration is currently taking place at crpd.org/reg Class #9470.5231. For further information, please call the Teen Center at 805 494-5156!

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Tired of working out at home over the past year and looking for a new way to stay fit?

Consider mountain biking, which can burn an average of 13 calories per minute. And with over 150 miles of trails to explore in over 12,400 acres of open space - there’s plenty of opportunities to get outside and get active in your own backyard. It’s just one of the many ways our local parks can help keep us healthy and staying active.

For more information about park trails and access, or to learn more about the thousands of recreational and sports activities we also offer year-round, head to our website at www.crpd.org

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📸: Amy White, Autumn Ridge Trail

🎸 Mark your calendars for an epic showdown! 🎤 Join us next Saturday for the ultimate BATTLE OF THE BANDS at the Teen Center. Get ready to witness the top local talents go head-to-head, vying for the coveted title of this year's champions! 🏆🤘 $10 admission at the door. Featuring electrifying performances by Roadkill, Scream Revolution, Lazy Vault, Ominous Duck, Sy-On, Black Moon Lillith, and War Tomorrow. Don't miss it! 🚀🎶 🎵🤟

Swim lessons start back up next week! Be sure to call our Aquatics office at 805-241-0894 and get yourself enrolled in our December session! 🏊‍♂️🏊🏊‍♀️

Posted • Young Artists Ensemble & Conejo Theatre for Everyone presents auditions THIS WEEKEND for the second show in our 2023-2024 Family Theatre Season: Disney’s Finding Nemo Jr.! Auditions December 2 & 3; Open to YAE participants ages 10-19. Over-protective clownfish dad, Marlin, struggles to keep his son Nemo safe in the Great Barrier Reef. But when Nemo tries to prove he can do it on his own, he ends up in a dentist’s fish tank! If Nemo is going to ever return home, both father and son will need to push through all their fears and anxieties and find help from many unlikely allies along the way! Performances February 2-18, 2024. Please visit YAEonline.com for more information or to sign up!

Come out and explore the holidays in nature at our Jingle Bell Hike on Saturday, December 9 from 10:00am-12noon! Starting at Conejo Community Park with activities, hot cocoa, and crafts, the hike leads into a beautifully Christmas decorated Botanical Gardens. Join the fun! Register today at www.crpd.org/reg #4024.5231!

See you there! ⛄️🎅

McCrea Ranch will be having an Open House this Saturday, December 2 from 12noon-2:00pm. Docents will be leading tours of the bunk house, milk house and more! Stop by the museum to learn about the McCrea History. For more information call 805-495-2163.

Mark your calendars! Santa is coming to Hollywood Storage Center of Thousand Oaks on December 9 & 10 and 16 & 17 from 10:00am-4:00pm! Come by for free photos with Santa and games! Bringing a new, unwrapped toy is optional, and will be distributed by Play Conejo to local families in need! We hope to see you there! 🎅🎅🎅

If you are unable to visit Santa in person but would like to donate to the cause, visit Play Conejo at www.crpd.org/play-conejo, click on "Donate to Play Conejo Today", complete the form and choose "Santa-Toy Drive" from the drop down menu. Any contribution is appreciated!

It’s almost that time of the year! CRPD Aquatic’s Polar Bear is out and ready to take the plunge! Join us for the annual Polar Bear Plunge on Saturday, December 30, 9:00am at the Community Pool at CLU! Come out and brave the plunge! To register visit www.crpd.org/reg Class #1108

The CRPD Administrative Offices will be closed on 11/23 and 11/24.

Happy Thanksgiving from our CRPD family to yours. During this holiday season, we want to express our gratitude for the generosity, willingness, and consistent efforts from our staff and community that ensure that CRPD achieves great heights.

We are also thankful to all our partners who have given such hard work and dedication that has helped us become a stronger community.

Thank you from CRPD.

🎸 The countdown begins! Only 10 days until the epic Battle of the Bands on December 2nd. 🤘 Doors swing open at 7 PM, and admission is just $10 at the door. Brace yourself for an unforgettable night of head-to-head musical competition as local talents vie for the crown of champions. Don't miss the beat – see you at the Teen Center 12/2! 🎤🏆

Let's come together and create brighter futures for our community's kids. 🌈 Click this link to make a donation today! shorturl.at/eqF04 🤗 💛🏀

Play Conejo plays a vital role in keeping kids on the right track by promoting exercise and community engagement, fostering a path to health and ensuring they grow into empowered individuals who shape the future. Learn more at crpd.org/playconejo.

Through Play Conejo, we've been able to offer children the chance to engage in recreational programs they might not have been able to afford. This has become possible thanks to the generous contributions from donors like you. Learn more at crpd.org/playconejo

A small donation from you can go a long way in making a positive impact on the lives of children in our community. To discover more about how your contribution can make a difference, visit crpd.org/play-conejo/.

We had a fun time at our Kids Swap Meet on Saturday! Over 60 young entrepreneurs and vendors came out to sell their art supplies, sports gear, clothing , collectibles and more! Thank you to all those who came out to support!

Young Artists Ensemble & Conejo Theatre for Everyone presents Auditions for The Second Show in Our 2023-2024 Family Theatre Season: Disney’s Finding Nemo Jr.! Auditions December 2 & 3; Open to YAE participants ages 10-19.

Over-protective clownfish dad, Marlin, struggles to keep his son Nemo safe in the Great Barrier Reef. But when Nemo tries to prove he can do it on his own, he ends up in a dentist’s fish tank! If Nemo is going to ever return home, both father and son will need to push through all their fears and anxieties and find help from many unlikely allies along the way! Performances February 2-18, 2024. Please visit YAEonline.com for more information or to sign up!

We recognized our Full Time Service Awardees at last night’s Board of Director’s meeting. Thank you to this amazing group of individuals for their hard work in making our community a better place through recreation programs, parks, and open space.

Congratulations to:

Matt Kouba - 25 years
Loretta Massie - 25 years
Dee Pearson - 25 years
Jim Friedl - 20 years
Patty Hamm - 20 years
Justin Le Grand - 20 years
Joe Dodge - 15 years
Megan McDonough - 15 years
Jon Ruwhiu - 15 years
Ziggy Saffire - 15 years
James Foster - 5 years
Sean LaFrenais - 5 years
Matt McNey - 5 years
Marcus Ronderos - 5 years

Rain or shine, our Kids' Swap Meet is happening this Saturday, November 18 from 8:00am-12noon at Thousand Oaks Community Center! Come out and support our many young entrepreneurs selling art, toys, collectibles and more! We hope to see you there!
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Goebel Adult Community Center celebrated Veterans Day and hosted a breakfast and USO Show last Saturday. Among the veteran attendees was Jim Mather, WWII Veteran and F6F Hellcat Fighter Pilot, who is 100 years strong! Thanks to all the volunteers, entertainers, and GACC staff who made this morning truly special.

A BIG THANK YOU to all our veterans for their service to our great country! ❤️🤍💙🇺🇸

"Our son has grown up and is so happy to have new friends and new adventures. We are so grateful for the help we received from Play Conejo."

Play Conejo raises funds and helps CRPD maintain quality parks and offer diverse and affordable recreation programs to Conejo Valley families.

Support the cause and donate today! Visit www.playconejo.org for more information!

Fall is here.... it's time to hike and cheers! 🍂🍁 Your ... Go out and explore and enjoy one of the many beautiful trails with breathtaking views we have here in the Conejo Valley! 🌅

📸: Omar Serrano

This Veterans Day, we salute the brave men and women who served our country. Thank you for your service.

In observance of the Veterans Day holiday, CRPD's Administrative office will be closed on Friday, November 10.

Our Fall/Winter class session started this week, and we still have spaces in a few of our classes! Interested in Tap Dancing? Goebel Adult Community Center offers a great beginning tap class where you can learn rhythm, coordination, memory, and balance at your own pace! Offered Mondays 6:00-7:00pm and Thursdays, 2:15-3:15pm. Options for advance tap are also available! To register visit www.crpd.org/reg Keyword: TAP

Now is your chance to try the art of Folk Dance! Experience being part of a line and group dance from the Balkans and Eastern Europe while learning FUN steps to poly-rhythmic music!

Register today at www.crpd.org/reg #4709

This wind won’t stop us from swimming! Lessons are in full swing at today the Community Pool at CLU!

Join us for our McCrea Bingo Brunch, and birthday celebration for Joel McCrea on Saturday, November 18 from 10:00am-12:30pm at McCrea Ranch! Brunch and refreshments provided, tours of the property, and to top it off, a few games of McCrea themed bingo! Join the fun, register today at www.crpd.org/reg #4128.4231

For information, please c all Conejo Community Center 805-495-2163

Our Around the World Homeschool class with Miss Jill is always fun! Kids learn about history and geography of different places while exploring new cultures. Can you guess which country they are learning about here? ✈️⛰🕌⛩🛕📚

Our Preschool/PreK Porgram is designed to provide a fun and enriching environment for your child. Creativity, imagination, arts and crafts, stories, movement, singing, and outdoor adventures are just a few of the areas that are introduced. 🎨📚🖍🌞

Dos Vientos Center is now enrolling for PRESCHOOL & PREK! To learn more about our fantastic program, or to enroll, please visit www.crpd.org/preschool today or call Dos Vientos Center at 805-375-1003.

What an amazing event! "El Festival de los Mu***os" was a huge success. This could not have been possible without the help of staff, local organizations, and members of the community. From the bottom of our hearts here at CRPD, thank you to everyone who attended or helped make this event a reality. We look forward to seeing you all again next year!
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¡Qué evento tan increíble! "El Festival de los Mu***os" fue un gran éxito. Esto no habría sido posible sin la ayuda del personal, las organizaciones locales y los miembros de la comunidad. Desde lo más profundo de nuestros corazones aquí en CRPD, gracias a todos los que asistieron o ayudaron a que este evento se convirtiera en realidad. ¡Esperamos verlos a todos de nuevo el próximo año!

It’s happening now, and we’re here til’ 8pm! CRPD’s Inaugural Festival de Los Mu***os at Borchard Community Park, 190 Reino Rd., Newbury Park! Come and check out our Ofrenda and enjoy live entertainment, games, crafts, and more!

Borchard Community Center is now offering an Introduction to Dance class on Saturday mornings for Girls & Boys! Join us for 5 weeks of FUN learning basic dance steps, stretch, barre, and more! Register today by visiting www.crpd.org/reg #5061 🕺💃👯‍♂️🕴🎼

It's almost time for our annual Kids Swap Meet! Come and join us on Saturday, November 18 from 8:00am-12noon at the Thousand Oaks Community Center and support our Young Entrepreneurs! Interested in selling? It's not too late to sign up. Call 805-381-2793 to sign up or for more information!