California Wildlife Center

Pasadena Humane Society Wildlife Day
2024-10-06 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join CWC with our friends at Pasadena Humane on Sunday, October 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for their second annual Wildlife Day!
This FREE, all-ages event includes fascinating presentations by local wildlife experts, fun and educational activities for kids (such as face painting, crafting, and interactive science demos), and a vendor marketplace where you can purchase artwork, native plants, and more.

Native Plantpalooza & Eco Fest
2024-09-28 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join CWC at this FREE educational event featuring dozens of eco-related exhibitors and fun activities for kids. The event will be held rain or shine on Saturday, September 28, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Lakeside, Conejo Creek North Park in Thousand Oaks.
Get your questions answered about water-wise, fire-resistant native-plant gardening, learn how to fight climate change and find tips on living more sustainably—all completely free of charge! Kids can learn about plants and animals and what they can do to help the environment.

Coastal Cleanup Day
2024-09-21 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join CWC staff at Nicholas Canyon Beach for the 35th annual Coastal Cleanup Day! We’ve partnered once again with our friends at Heal the Bay as site captains and this year, we’re making it a party. Enjoy coffee, snacks, and help us clean up the beach where we release rehabilitated seals and sea lions.
Signup information coming soon.

Malibu Chili Cook Off
2024-08-30 - 2024-09-02
Come find the CWC van all weekend in the Third Space area at Malibu Chili Cookoff! Join us for Family Day on Monday for our track-casting craft.
From the MCCO website:
Get ready to sizzle this Labor Day weekend at the Malibu Chili Cook-Off, August 30 to September 2, with carnival rides, food, music, and a showcase of local artisans!
Indulge in the savory delights of award-winning chili as chefs battle it out for culinary supremacy. This beloved Malibu tradition also features a curated mix of local restaurants, talented artists, and lively DJ sets. Adults can unwind in the exclusive Town & Country Lounge, a 21+ experience with a selection of craft beers, local wines, and refreshing non-alcoholic options. Thrill-seekers won’t want to miss the mini-ramp skate competition presented by Bones Love Milk, promising high-flying action and adrenaline-pumping tricks. Plus, snag some cool swag from Aviator Nation to commemorate the experience. Buy your tickets now for the ultimate summer activity! Carnival ride and game tickets are available separately.
Don’t let the summer slip away without joining us for this iconic celebration of food, rides, and community in the heart of Malibu. Mark your calendars now for the most anticipated event in Malibu – it’s an experience you won’t want to miss!
Event Admission tickets are REQUIRED for entry (children 5 & under are free). Tickets will NOT be sold on site, you must pre-purchase online. Carnival ride passes/tickets sold separately.

Private Event: Summer Camp
2024-06-27 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-25 12:00 - 14:00, 2024-06-20 12:30 - 14:30, 2024-06-18 13:30 - 15:30, 2024-06-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-13 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-06-13 09:30 - 11:30, 2024-06-12 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
CWC staff are available to speak to groups about wildlife coexistence and rehabilitation online and in-person. This event is not open to the public. To request a presentation or workshop for your organization or school, e-mail cwells@cawildlife.org

CWC @ Topanga Farmer's Market
2024-06-21 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Come find CWC celebrating the start of summer all day at Topanga Farmer’s Market! A certified Farmer’s Market at 1440 N Topanga Canyon Rd offering local, organic food, vintage & handmade goods

Studio City Movies in the Park
2024-06-08 17:30 - 21:30 UTC | Studio City Parks and Recreation Center (Beeman Park), 12621 Rye St., Studio City, CA, United States
Come watch Wonka at Movies in the Park with Studio City Neighborhood Council, your neighbors, your family, and friends. CWC will be onsite with our education vehicle to hand out information about living with wildlife and about wildlife rehabilitation.

California Invasive Species Action Week
2024-06-05 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Help increase public awareness of invasive species and encourage participation in the ongoing fight against invasive species by celebrating California Invasive Species Action Week (CISAW) June 1- 9, 2024.
Invasive species include non-native plants, animals, and pathogens that can negatively impact our waters, native ecosystems, agriculture, health, and economy. Every day this week, UC IPM will share information spotlighting a different invasive species, its impacts, and what you can do to help.
CWC Staff will join the UC ANR team for a lunchtime webinar focusing on feral cats.
More information at https://ucanr.edu/sites/invasivelunch/2024/

Santa Monica Public Library
2024-05-18 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join CWC for a day at Santa Monica Public Library! Programs extend throughout the day beginning with a children’s program at 10am, touch and talk exhibits on the patio from 11-2, and a wildlife coexistence program for adults at 2pm.

Private Event: Community group
2024-05-09 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles)

Private Event: Community/Youth group
2024-05-04 09:00 - 11:30, 2024-05-03 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles)

Chatsworth Nature Preserve Earth Day Open House
2024-04-27 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Chatsworth Nature Preserve, 23236 Valley Circle Blvd, Chatsworth, CA, 91311, United States
More information to come

Private Event: School Visit
2024-04-26 14:00 - 15:30, 2024-04-19 10:30 - 13:00, 2024-04-09 00:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles)

CWC at Melrose Trading Post
2024-04-21 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Fairfax High School, 7850 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90046, United States
Find CWC at space B86 with our education vehicle loaded tactile exhibits and information on living with wildlife! For Earth Day, we will also be offering a track-casting craft for families!
The Melrose Trading Post is a pioneering arts-based marketplace held every Sunday at Fairfax High School in Los Angeles, CA with 275 local creative small business vendors, delicious food booths and local live music.
MTP was founded in 1997 with a mission to champion small businesses, art and community. The market funds Greenway Arts Alliance’s arts education programming and provides employment and leadership development opportunities for students at Fairfax High School.

Westlake Village Earth Day Festival
2024-04-20 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Westlake Village Community Park, 31107 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Westlake Village, CA, 91362, United States

Love Your Planet
2024-04-20 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Camarillo Grove Park, 6968 E. Camarillo Springs Rd, Camarillo, CA, 93012, United States
CWC will be joining Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District for the Love Your Planet celebration! CWC staff will provide a talk on wildlife rehabilitation and be in attendance with our education van for the festival.

Private Event
2024-04-18 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles)

Calabasas Earth Day Festival
2024-04-13 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Las Virgenes Creek at Agoura Rd, 26531 Agoura Rd, Calabasas, 91302, United States
CWC is joining the City of Calabasas for their annual Earth Day festival!
The City of Calabasas Earth Day Celebration/Green Expo will take place on Saturday, April 13, 2024 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm at the Las Virgenes Creek site, north of Agoura Rd. in Calabasas. Over fifty exhibitors from all over Los Angeles County and Ventura County will be participating in the event to help participants take actions that will save them money through efficiency while protecting our planet. The festival is free of charge and the Calabasas Earth Day event will have something of interest for everyone. The festival will also feature numerous children’s activities to teach kids about the environment while they have fun.

City of San Fernando Spring Jamboree
2024-03-30 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | Las Palmas Park, 505 S. Huntington St, San Fernando, CA, 91340 Most popular places at this addr, United States
The Spring Jamboree is a fun-filled event for children of all ages.
This family fun day includes an Easter Egg Hunt, Games, Prizes, Food, and a visit from the Easter Bunny!
