Finding the right New Year’s Eve party or event can be challenging and time-consuming. Allow us to help you out! Why not go back in time to the 1980’s to round out 2017? The Canyon in Agoura Hills is ringing in the new year in style with an excellent 80’s party and you’re invited!

        The Canyon in Agoura Hills is a fantastic music venue that hosts some of the best tribute bands and local musicians. This New Year’s Eve headliners Fast Times, a great 80’s tribute band, will count down to 2018 by playing all of your 80’s favorites: from Motley Crue to Devo. Tickets are only $20.00, and there are higher tiers available that include dinner, drinks, and dessert!

        What are you waiting for? Visit The Canyon this New Year’s Eve! For more information, visit their website at www.wheremusicmeetsthesoul.com. The Canyon is located at 28912 Roadside Drive Agoura Hills, CA 91301, just a ten-minute drive from the Meadows at Westlake Village in Westlake Village, CA.

     Finding time to complete all your holiday shopping can be challenging, so allow us to give you a little tip. Many of the stores participating in Black Friday have all-day sales, meaning you do not have to brave the morning crowds! This year, make a plan to go holiday shopping with a loved one on Black Friday!

     The best thing about Target and Sears that you can find nearly everything in their stores! Better yet, on Black Friday, everything is on sale. At Target, you will be able to find everything from this season’s hottest toys on sale to an electronics department where every television is on sale. At Sears, everything from appliances to clothing is on sale for up to fifty percent off!

     Whenever you like to shop, you are sure to find what you are looking for on Black Friday! The nearest Target is located in the Shoppes at Westlake Village in Westlake Village, CA, while the closest Sears can be found in the Janss Marketplace in Thousand Oaks, CA. Both are just a ten-minute drive from the Meadows at Westlake Village in Westlake Village, CA.

 

     California’s weather does not mean you have to miss out on fall fun! Do not let autumn pass by without a trip to your local pumpkin patch! Before October ends, gather up the family and visit the Underwood Family Farms to find the perfect gourd.

     The Underwood Family Farms is a great place to spend an autumn afternoon. Before you pick your pumpkin, enjoy the fall foliage on the hayride or get lost in the gigantic corn maze. Afterwards, roll your wheelbarrow to the patch! The farm carries numerous varieties of pumpkins, so regardless if you are baking or carving, you will find the perfect pumpkin!

     Before autumn ends, make a plan to visit the Underwood Family farms for a fun fall day. For more information on the Underwood Pumpkin Farms visit their website at www.underwoodfamilyfarms.com. The farm is located at 3370 Sunset Valley Rd, Moorpark, CA 93021, just a fifteen-minute drive from the Meadows at Westlake Apartments in Westlake Village, CA.
 

     As the weather continues to cool, now is the perfect time to enjoy a hike at one of your local state parks! So, this weekend, why not gather up the family and explore the Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Open Space Preserve, for a fun, healthy day?

     The best part of Las Virgenes Canyon is the fact that there is a trail for everyone, regardless of you and your family’s hiking skill level. The miles of trails explore different section of the large, open-space park. You will want to make sure to bring along a camera, so you can capture the natural beauty of the park, from the geographical wonders to the numerous animals that call the park home.

     So what are you waiting for? Make a plan to visit Las Virgenes Canyon soon! For more information on the park, including hours of operation, visit www.lamountains.com. The Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Open Space Preserve is located at the Western end of Victory Boulevard, West Hills, CA 91307, just a twenty-minute drive from the Meadows at Westlake Village in Westlake Village, CA.

     What better way to say goodbye to summer than with a free concert under the stars? This Labor Day weekend, why not gather up your family and head to Conejo Community Park in Thousand Oaks, CA for the end of their summer concert series?

     Each year, the Conejo Recreation & Park District puts on a summer concert series for locals, and Labor Day weekend is the final show of the event. The concert is family-friendly and completely free, which makes it a fantastic event for everyone. As always, they saved the best show of the season for last! On Monday, travel back to the 1960s and see Melvin Seals and the Jerry Garcia Band! Additionally, make sure to come hungry, as food vendors will be on-site selling snacks and refreshments.

     A note for all attendees, the Conejo Recreation & Park District kindly asks that all pets be left at home for the show. For more information about the concert, call (805) 381-1247 or visit www.crpd.org. Conejo Community Park is located at 1175 Hendrix Ave, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, just a ten-minute drive from The Meadows at Westlake Village in Westlake Village, CA.

     There is no better way to end a spectacular California summer than by heading to the beach. This weekend, why not try a new beach, like Point Mugu State Park!

     While everyone, including the tourists, knows about Malibu and Venice Beach, few know about Point Mugu State Park. In additional to miles of ocean shorelines and sandy beaches, Point Mugu has fun activities for the whole family! If you like just to relax, find a secluded portion of the beach or take a break in one of the well-maintained picnic areas for a restful break from city life. On the other hand, if you prefer to break a sweat on your weekend excursions, you’ll find the more than seventy miles of trails a welcome diversion to sitting in your beach chair.

     Whatever your idea of fun, you are sure to find it at Point Mugu State Park! For more information on the park, visit www.parks.ca.gov. Point Mugu State Park is located at 9000 West Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265 just a thirty-minute drive from the Meadows at Westlake Village Apartments.

     Are you still searching for a great, family-friendly summer event? Allow us to help! The city of Thousand Oaks is putting on a free summer concert series now through September!

     The free concert series will take place at Conejo Community Park and will feature fantastic local and cover bands, like Green Today and Melvin Seals. Pack a picnic dinner, or come hungry as local food vendors will be selling refreshments all night. Alternatively, you could make a whole night out of the event and enjoy a nearby restaurant before the show, like local favorite Exotic Thai Cafe. Also, a tip: don’t forget a jacket!

     With dates through early September and bands from a variety of genres, there’s sure to be a free summer concert in Thousand Oaks for you! More information about the event can be found by calling (805) 381-1247 or by visiting www.crpd.com. Conejo Community Park is located at 1175 Hendrix Avenue, Thousand Oaks CA, just a fifteen-minute drive from the Meadows at Westlake Village.
 

     Still looking for plans this summer weekend? Well, look no further! Pack a lunch and take a scenic to two of the most beautiful locations on the Californian coast!

     If sun, surf, and fun are your thing, drive on down to Pacific Palisades. The beautiful neighborhood has miles of stunning beaches, and lots to do if you tire of the sand, or just need a little time out of the sun. The town has tons of great shopping and dining, or visit the Getty Villa, a world-famous art museum, to beat the heat! On the other hand, if you would rather spend your beach time in relaxing quiet, drive to Malibu! While it’s true that Malibu’s main beaches can become frustratingly packed, there are many secluded public beaches, like Pirates Cove Beach or Lechuza Beach.
   
     With two wonderful beach towns so close, there’s something for everyone down at the beach. Both Malibu and Pacific Palisades are both just a thirty-minute drive away from the Meadows at Westlake Village, using the scenic California Route 27!