Easy to donate with helpful and friendly employees and parking right next to the donation…read morecontainers.

They are one of the few thrift stores that accept large furniture. Other thrift stores even turn…read moreaway chairs! Be Advised: they sometimes close between 2-3:00 pm for lunch if they don't have enough help that day to keep the store open during their lunchtime.

Great volunteers, very knowledgeable about all the animals…read more On August 17, 19, was free adoption day called clear the shelter and save a pet at this no kill shelter. What a great turn out, so many people who hopefully will provide a great home. They had dogs, cats, birds, bunnies, roosters and even horses. Normal fees are around $50 for adoptions, today that feel was waived. The savings could go towards the pet supplies.

This Goodwill store, which opened a few days ago, replaced the Big Lots store in Camarillo…read more The space is enormous, with many clothes, shoes, electronics, books, knick-knacks, toys, and other miscellaneous items. You could spend a couple of hours perusing the aisles filled with items. Some things seem pricier, but dig deep, and you can find reasonably priced stuff! I was sad Big Lots closed, but Goodwill is an excellent choice for people like me looking for a bargain!

Way overpriced. An old faded Kirkland sweatshirt was 12.99, kids t shirts are 5.99, they mark…read morethings so high and I'm really not sure why. I see the same things week after week because no one wants to pay so much. Why not price fairly so that the inventory won't sit and get taken to the bins? The staff is friendly. A lot of the items don't have tags either so you can't purchase. I was hoping this would be a great store but I don't recommend it.

Food Share is such an important resource and lifeline to Ventura County! The staff at the…read moredistribution center truly care about their mission, and it definitely shows through their actions. At a former job of mine, Food Share allowed the educational non-profit organization I worked for to shop weekly for fresh produce to distribute directly to elementary school students and families served in need, many of whom struggled with food insecurity. This partnership was vital, and very much appreciated by all because it helped improve food access throughout our community at wellness fairs and nutrition classes. Thank you for your hard work! I will never forget about the huge difference Food Share continues to make in countless lives throughout Ventura County, and the value they place on equity.

1st time & they have a forever volunteer out of me !…read more I found this event by chance and was like "IM GOING!" and I'm so glad I did! The amount of volunteers that showed up today turned a 2 hour event into 30 mins and it was such a refreshing time - especially to do on a day of love . I LOVED what I did today and I LOVE knowing that what we did today effects the future of tomorrow . This makes my day , check their website out for more opportunities . You can help with - your time - your money - your donations

Wonderful community museum with amazing outdoor space and special events. We have enjoyed the…read morebirthday parties and pop-up events for years, so much that we were inspired to contribute. Now that phase 1 of the museum is complete and open we are amazed. A beautiful little outdoor theater, a play cafe and farmer's market, a real greenhouse and a Channel Islands themed playground are just a few highlights of the outdoor experience. The indoor has a nice little classroom and shop area and a really cool maker space including a cardboard "chomp saw" and lots of crafts! The staff are really kind, patient, polite, and helpful. They help transform this from a fun space into an inviting experience. You can tell how passionate they are about family learning. The museum is already amazing and a fitting successor to the library that used to be on the site. We can't wait for phase 2, when the rest of the indoor space is renovated and available!

We went to kidSTREAM with our 22 month old daughter this Saturday afternoon…read more When you open the front door, you would expect to be immediately inside the lobby area where you can get admission tickets. But that's not the case here. You have to walk through a crowded hallway to the other end of the building and then interact with employees inside a round circular table to get your tickets. This doesn't make any sense. Pretty much every museum has their admissions at the very front of the building. This may seem like nitpicking, but actually foreshadows some fundamental issues: mismanagement of space usage, excessive minimalism, and potential mismanagement of funds. The employees were very nice and helpful. After we got our wristbands, we went outside to the Curious Coast Cafe. Our daughter had the most fun playing with the outdoor kitchen & various fruits and vegetables. I was a little disappointed in the lack of truly interactive kitchen appliances. There was a toaster and blender bolted down, but the toaster couldn't 'pop out' bread and the wooden blender could only be taken apart. Basically Montessori style wooden toys that don't light up, make sounds, etc... The outdoor area had some shade, but not enough unless you gave your kid copious amounts of sunscreen. A lot of the outdoor attractions are extremely minimalist with too much wasted space and not enough interactive components. There's an area where you can hang sheets on outdoor poles using large clips, but it's a very bare area with a dirt ground, bland brick wall, and not much else. They also have a garden area, but there were no kids using it, a lot of wasted space, and a nice view of the parking lot. They could have had interactive signs that kids could read about different plants, but none were to be found. They could have had artists draw a mural on the bland brick wall that borders the outdoor area. I think the highlight of the outdoor exhibit is the blue mountain that kids can slide down. But a lot of that area seemed geared for kids on the older side (3-5 years old). Too much of the outdoor area is ultimately just empty or poorly designed space with not enough interactive elements. There were some employee booths but I didn't get the vibe that the outdoor section was educational for kids. It's more like, we'll provide the bare minimum and hope the kid's imaginations will do the rest. I heard the museum received 7 million in funding, but honestly the outdoor section looked like maybe it cost 0.75 million to build. It makes you wonder where the funds ultimately went.... I think our daughter got frustrated & bored after a while so we decided to head back inside. They did have one additional indoors room that was extremely crowded and dominated by 4-5 year olds. They had one adjacent outdoor area which was a total head scratcher. This outdoor area had a concrete floor, but soft rubber foam toys/structure. Our daughter kept tripping over the foam toys and landing on the hard concrete. The museum should have used a rubber ground in this case, but perhaps they ran out of funds. I also noticed they have a phase 2 indoor expansion planned, but not sure why they couldn't already achieve it within the very long timeline (7 years) and over 7 million dollars worth of funds. It's like you are paying for an early access video game, but the game is only 40% complete. Maybe a lot of the 7 million went towards permitting & land usage. In conclusion: Pros: 1. The employees are nice 2. Some good energy from having other kids around Cons: 1. The overall space is too small and gets too crowded 2. Excessive minimalism 3. Not enough interactive components 4. Too much wasted space due to flawed design and mismanagement 5. Too bare and plain 6. Too many obvious missed opportunities 7. Simply better free options available (Brandon's Village) 8. Potential mismanagement of funds

Child care isn't just babysitting, it's asking someone to watch the most precious things you have…read more Thank goodness the Boys and Girls Club is available to the parents who work a little longer and can't afford a nanny to help with homework, encourage exercise and keep them off their screens. An affordable option for working parents Looking at ideas for Spring Day Camp for my spread break visitor and this looked really nice.

Excellent staff, Clean , and friendly, We have been coming here for the last 3 years my kids are…read morevery happy. Thank you!

Wonderful place for kids and adults! I learned so many things I never knew! I would definitely come…read moreback! It's worth it to get the private tour. I wish they played music in there because it's dead quiet. Ocean music with chirping birds would be fitting!

This museum is amazing for those who want to learn about birds, Rene is great with the tours and…read moregetting the kids interested by making jokes and listing amazing facts! I worked here for a while and Linnea is so sweet, she really focuses on giving students a place to learn and grow while also doing many restoration projects all over the Santa Monica Mountains! It's unassuming at first but inside is endless stories about how the collection came to be, the collectors, and all of the different types of species from around the world! The largest egg collection in the world is no easy feat but it is amazing to see the diversity! Great for your value! Stop by! :)

great gallery for local artists. non profit voted best gallery in Ventura County. check their…read morewebsite for current hours & info. Camarilloartcenter.org.

Friendly and talented staff made me feel welcome…read more I can't wait to show my paintings to the local art community.

Every Friday food is distributed to those who are hungry. Fresh produce, dry goods, non food items…read morelike tooth paste and soap.

Google Maps decided to make adjustments to our Saturday plans to visit the Outlets by taking us…read morethrough a different route. We found ourselves driving through Camarillo Old Town for the first time. I was immediately drawn to the small-town shops and restaurants. Then we saw the Farmer's Market -- we had to stop. The husband was hungry, so we started with lunch at Freda's Pizza -- so good! We walked to explore and shop -- bought a couple things and met some really nice people. Then ended with a nice break at Rori's ice cream -- super yummy! Sadly we missed the Farmer's Market since it ends at noon, but it gives us a reason to return! :) Free parking everywhere. The area is clean with lots of benches. There are more places to eat than shop, but the outlets are just a mile down the road.

It's a great trend for Southern California communities with historical roots that go back to the…read morenineteenth century to be creative in preserving and celebrating that history. With the Adolfo Camarillo House built in the 1890's, Camarillo can lay claim to those kinds of historical bonafides. "Old Town" Camarillo doesn't go back that far, but the origins date to the 1910's. Many of the buildings have historical character and flair, with newer builds reflecting that nostalgic sensibility. A revamping early in this millennium added large planter beds and free-standing oversized pots with trees, bushes, and flowers. Benches allow a place to linger with a soft serve cone, smoothie, or other sweet treats. Sculptures and a signature vintage-style clock at the head of Arneill bring more visual interest to the many blocks on Ventura Blvd. Restaurant options range from quick and casual to more upscale and adventurous. Dear Hubby and I have definitely enjoyed Mister Softee's ice cream options many times, followed by a walk down to Saint Mary Magdalen's Chapel to enjoy taking in that façade. We don't live in Camarillo, so don't make it over there in time for breakfast very often, but there are multiple diners that specialize in fueling guests for "the most important meal of the day". Dorothy's Chuck Wagon Café is a long-time favorite for many. We've enjoyed early dinner at Twisted Oak Tavern, delicious small plates at Twenty 88, stellar gnocchi at Ottavio's, comfort BBQ chow at Bandit's, Mongolian BBQ at Wok 'n South, and everything we tried at Blvd. Burger was great. Parking is free, the whole area feels laid back, and it's very walkable. I took Adored Grandson there to buy him a new fancy skateboard for his 17th birthday. The crew at Revolution Board Company got him situated in great style. There could be more retail, for sure. The past few years have been especially hard for retail shopping venues, but Old Town doesn't seem to lack for choices of day spas or hair salons. Essentially, it's evolving, and worth a visit. Their Saturday morning Certified Farmers Market's been going strong for over 30 years. Hoping to check that out soon.