Category Archives: Annual Events

Sandra Day O’Connor Institute Civics Challenge (CSA)

Annual Events, Jan

Are you a budding cinematographer or songwriter? The Sandra Day O’Connor Institute for American Democracy is proud to invite middle and high school students to use their creativity in the annual Civics Challenge. Students can earn $500 and help their peers learn more about civics through videos and original songs!

Finalists in two categories, middle school (6th-8th grade) and high school (9th-12th grade), will be awarded a total of $5,000 in prizes.

Entry Deadline: Friday, January 9, 2026

Winners Announced: Friday, February 27, 2026

Click here for more information: https://oconnorinstitute.org/cc/

Forge Festival 2025 (All, T, V)

Annual Events, Nov

Come One, Come All!  It’s the annual Forge Festival at Adam’s Forge!

When: Saturday, November 1, 2025 from 11:00am – 3:00pm

Where: Adam’s Forge 750 East Easy St., Simi Valley

What: This could be your favorite thing ever!

Live hot forging, team striking, copper forming before your very eyes! We’ll have Blacksmithing Olympics for kids,  clay to play with and an ensemble drawing experience.   You’ll see jewelry making, needle felting, chainmail,  fancy knot work and more! The one and only Tony Swatton, armorer to the stars, will be on hand to share some of his special magic.

This is a free event, open to all.  Please sign up if you want to come and see what we’re all about!

Please note: This is a working shop environment, so please dress accordingly.  Closed-toe shoes are required to enter the shop.

You can also buy tickets for:

  • The Tomahawk toss
  • Try your hand at forging a mini-sword
  • Make a ring out of a quarter!
  • Compete in the hot forging competition

Click here for more information: https://adamsforge.org/class/forge-festival-2025/

Ventura County Fair Entries

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Do you have a hobby you love?  Show off your blue ribbon best at the Ventura County Fair!The deadline to enter this year’s Fair is July 10th so don’t delay: https://venturacountyfair.org/fair/entries/
Showcase your talents in:
🔹 Youth Expo – Pre-K to HS seniors!
🔹 Home Arts – Calling all the crafty!
🔹 Gems & Minerals – Get your crystals charged!
🔹 Hobbies, Models, & Collections – Collect ribbons for your…collections!
🔹 Agriculture – Harvest your best to enter!
🔹 Floriculture – Two (green) thumbs up!
🔹 Photography – Put the focus on your photos!
🔹 Amateur Art & Professional Art – Display your works of art!
🔹 4-H & Grange – Enter with your club!

From the young to the experienced, amateurs and professionals, there’s a place for you to shine at the Ventura County Fair this July 30 through August 10!
To make your entry process as smooth as possible, all submissions for the Fair are now handled online. To participate, you must enter online now (required) and then drop-off your items at the designated date & time the weekend before Fair.
Learn more & enter here by July 10th: https://venturacountyfair.org/fair/entries/

Rose Parade Decorating (J*CSAV)

Annual Events, Dec, Nov, Oct, Service

The amazing floats in the Rose Parade are decorated by volunteers!

Beginning well before Thanksgiving, volunteers (10+ years old) begin preparing dried flowers and other materials for the floats.
In the few days before New Year’s Day, volunteers (12+) work around the clock to decorate the floats with fresh flowers and other items.

Fiesta works with Girl Scouts most often so be sure to check out their schedule.

Want a list of all of the builders looking for volunteers? Check out the Rose Parade’s site for additional information on how you can help.

Girl Scout Week

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Celebrate Girl Scouts 113th birthday all week long!  Here’s how:

Sunday, March 9:  Spirit Sunday
Remember the Girl Scout slogan – “Do a good turn daily” – and do something kind for someone else.

Monday, March 10: Affirmation Monday
Keep the kindness flowing when you share a positive message with a friend.

Tuesday, March 11: Troop Tuesday
Let your troop mates know how much you appreciate them!
Not in a troop?  That’s OK!  Let someone important to you know how much you appreciate them.

Wednesday, March 12: National Girl Scout Day
Wear your Girl Scout gear to help Girl Scouts celebrate its 113th birthday!

Thursday, March 13: Thankful Thursday
Share something you are thankful for.
Listen as someone tells you what they are thankful for.

Friday, March 14: Flash Forward Friday
How would you like your life to be different one month from now?  In June?  Next year?
Make some plans for that brighter future!

Saturday, March 15: Pop-up Party Saturday
Have fun at the Girl Scout 113th Birthday Party!  Click here for details!

 

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Fall Overnight (All, V, T)

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Date: Fri October 3 2025, 5:00 PM PST – Sat October 4 2025, 12:00 PM PST

Join sister Girl Scouts from around the country for the 2025 Spring Girl Scout Overnight at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Camping will be inside at the Boardwalk’s Iconic Coconut Grove.

Includes:

  • Sleep inside the Boardwalk’s Coconut Grove
  • Free Play in the Arcade
  • Dinner – October 3, 2025
  • Breakfast – October 4, 2025
  • Evening Program
  • Movie
  • Sand Castle Contest
  • Event Patch
  • Ride Wristband for Saturday
  • Discounted Parking

More information will come closer to the event date, this will include parking, food and what to pack and bring.

Space is limited for this event. This is not drop off event all Girl Scouts must have an adult chaperone, either her own or her Troop leader. Troops participating must complete a “Troop Travel” intent form and be in compliance at least one week before the event.

Click here to register for this fantastic annual event: https://beachboardwalk.com/girl-scout-overnights/

Please note: This event happens every spring and fall. This registration page updates with different dates during the year.  Check the dates on the page before registering to ensure you sign-up for the correct event.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Spring Overnight (DBJCSAV)

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Date: Fri Mar 14 2025, 5:00 PM PST – Sat Mar 15 2025, 12:00 PM PST

Join sister Girl Scouts from around the country for the 2025 Spring Girl Scout Overnight at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Camping will be inside at the Boardwalk’s Iconic Coconut Grove.

Includes:

  • Sleep inside the Boardwalk’s Coconut Grove
  • Free Play in the Arcade
  • Dinner – March 14, 2025
  • Breakfast – March 15, 2025
  • Evening Program
  • Movie
  • Sand Castle Contest
  • Event Patch
  • Ride Wristband for Saturday
  • Discounted Parking

More information will come closer to the event date, this will include parking, food and what to pack and bring.

Space is limited for this event. This is not drop off event all Girl Scouts must have an adult chaperone, either her own or her Troop leader. Troops participating must complete a “Troop Travel” intent form and be in compliance at least one week before the event.

Registration for the Spring Overnight has closed but you can bookmark this link for when registration for the October 3rd Overnight opens!

Brownilympics! (D*,B,T,V)

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Mark April 12th on your calendar for the most amazing annual event for Brownies and 1st grade Daisies!  Brownilympics is right around the corner!

Talk to your troop leader to find out more about this great event and how your troop can participate in the 38th Annual Simi Valley Brownilympics.  Come join the fun and create amazing memories!

Troop Leaders: Check the Brownilympics website for more information.  You can also email SimiBrownilympics@gmail.com.

Girl Advisory Board (S,A)

Annual Events, Archive

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for your Girl Scout’s (ages 14 to 18) to join the Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast Girls’ Advisory Board! This unique leadership role allows girls to “be the voice of Girl Scouts,” helping to create programs and initiatives that truly resonate with their sister Girl Scouts.

Key Details:
– Once a month the girls meet, typically on the 3rd or 4th Thursday at 7 PM.
– Girls will be actively involved in outside programs and events, contributing to the growth and success of our community.

This is a fantastic way for your Girl Scout to develop leadership skills, make a positive impact, and have her voice heard in shaping the future of Girl Scouts. We encourage you to discuss this opportunity with her and consider joining us for this exciting journey! Applications accepted through September 20, 2024.

If you have any questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to reach out by emailing info@girlscoutsccc.org.

Click here to apply!