February 22, 2012

#29 Amanda McPherson Family Walk & Carnival 365 Thing to do in Simi Valley

amanda mcpherson foundation family walk simi valleyThe Amanda McPherson Foundation was founded in memory of a little girl cherished by so many.  Amanda suffered from Viral Myocarditis.  The McPherson Family has impacted Simi Valley through the foundation which:

  • Provides resources and support for special education students in the public schools in Ventura County (Amanda’s Corners)
  • Provides support for youth athletic programs in Ventura County
  • Provides funding for research in the field of Viral Myocarditis, sudden cardiac death
  • Provides funding for research and education in the field of Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome, a genetic birth defect

The new goal for the Foundation is to raise money to build a Challenger Little League Field in Simi Valley for Children with Special needs.  The Foundation runs many fund raising opportunities throughout the year, but the Family Carnival and Walk if fun for all age level to participate and bring the community together for a great cause.

#25 Simi Valley Days Carnival – 365 Things to do in Simi Valley

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(Video Below) The Simi Valley Days Carnival is a 5 day event that takes place the weekend after the Simi Valley Days Parade.  Rides, Food, Music and shopping are part of the fun.

The more unusual event is the Cow Chip Bingo contest.  You can buy a chance to win prize money in this event.  How it works, is you purchase a square on a large grid. A section of the park is fenced off, marked with a grid and half a dozen cows are left to roam while the spectators wait patiently for the cows to drop their load on a numbered square.

#16 (Video) St Rose of Lima Annual Carnival – 365 Things to do in Simi Valley

The St Rose of Lima Carnival in Simi Valley traditionally takes place the weekend after the 4th of July holiday, usually around the weekend of July 10th.  Rides, games and food, it’s all there to enjoy. Check out the video of this years carnival plan for next year.