Hi neighbor! Welcome to the very first issue of The Camarillo Caller.
Each Thursday you’ll get a quick roundup of what’s happening around town: local events, hidden gems, community news, and a few things that make living in Camarillo special.
Let’s get into what’s happening this week.
Things to Do This Weekend
A few things worth getting out of the house for.
🍺Camarillo Beer March
Sunday • 1pm • Old Town Camarillo
Sample craft beer, wine, and cocktails while local bands play live music.
🍀County Ventura St. Patrick's Day Parade
Saturday • 10a • Main St. Ventura
A lively parade featuring marching bands, floats, Irish dancers, and plenty of green.
🍓Camarillo Farmers Market
Saturday • 7am • Old Town Camarillo
Fresh produce, baked goods, and local food vendors.
Around Camarillo
Dizdar Park renovation nearing completion
The City of Camarillo is nearing completion on the $9 million renovation of Dizdar Park. The project includes a new plaza, band shell stage, shaded seating areas, updated restrooms, and a new playground.
Construction began in 2024 and the grand opening is scheduled for March 21.
Air quality improving across Ventura County
New data from the Ventura County Air Pollution Control District shows ozone and particulate pollution levels have steadily declined over the past two decades, even as the county’s population has grown.
Ventura County still exceeds some ozone standards during certain times of the year, but long-term air quality trends show significant improvement.
🚀 What’s that boom? Probably a rocket.
SpaceX is planning a Falcon 9 launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base the evening of March 14 or 15, with the launch window opening at 7:37 p.m. The rocket will carry 25 Starlink satellites into orbit.
If skies are clear, the launch may be visible across Ventura County. And if you hear a loud boom shortly afterward, it’s likely the Falcon 9 booster returning and landing on a drone ship in the Pacific.
Local Spotlight
Photo: Via Las Posas Berries Facebook
🍓 Las Posas Berries
One of Camarillo’s sweetest seasonal traditions is back. Las Posas Berries reopened their strawberry stand on March 4th, bringing fresh, locally grown berries back to Las Posas Road.
If you’ve never stopped, it’s a simple setup: a roadside stand selling strawberries picked from nearby fields. But locals swear they’re some of the best strawberries around, especially early in the season.
One tip: they often sell out before closing, so it’s best to go earlier in the day.
2026 Strawberry Stand Hours
Wednesday–Saturday: 10:00am – 4:30pm
Sunday: 10:00am – 3:00pm
(Monday & Tuesday closed)
Cash or local checks only.
Pet of the Week
Meet Enzo
A 3-year-old male Siberian Husky. Enzo is a playful, affectionate husky who loves people and would thrive in an active home.
“I’m so smart-I know sit and shake!”
Ventura County Animal Services is currently offering $0 adoption fees for all shelter pets, with a special need for adopters for large dogs.
Pets leave the shelter:
Spayed/neutered
Vaccinated
Microchipped
Flea treated
A $25 licensing fee applies for county residents.
Know someone looking for a dog like Enzo?
Forward this email or share this story to help him find a home. 🐾
Community Question
I’ve been hiking at Camarillo Grove Park lately and forgot how beautiful those oak trees are.
What’s your favorite place to walk or hike in town?
Hit reply and let me know. I’ll share the results next week.
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The Camarillo Caller is a local newsletter created by Camarillo resident Gabrielle Ridgeway.