Simi Scoop – June 19 – June 22 | Who Will Be the Chili Champ?

Good morning, Simi Valley!

The sun is out. Chili pots are heating up. And somewhere in Texas Tract, someone’s trying to sell a vintage George Foreman grill for $2.

In today’s Simi Scoop:

• Garage Sale Glory (my favorite op-ed yet)

• Chili, Cars & Summer Vibes

• Waste Bin Fines (yep, that’s a thing now)

• A new BBQ spot you haven’t heard of (but need to try)

• And a stacked weekend of Simi events, music, and fun

Let’s jump in.

^{Main Scoops:} 

🛍️ Garage Sale Glory: Texas Tract Is the Super Bowl of Simi Saturdays
By the Editor

I’ve loved garage sales for as long as I can remember. Growing up in Simi, Saturdays meant cruising LA Ave and Cochran, scanning for neon signs with eight bucks in my pocket and a dream of scoring a shoebox full of dusty Topps baseball cards.

After all these years, one thing’s clear: Texas Tract Garage Sale Day is king.

This neighborhood turns a casual sale day into a full-blown community event — 100+ homes, great energy, and even better deals. Parking’s tricky, but lace up your sneakers and come ready to walk (and bargain).

I’ll be out there this weekend — this time with my kids in tow — hoping to pass down the thrill of the hunt. See you there!

Starts at 7:00 AM | 2800 Texas Ave., Simi Valley, CA 93063
Take the 118, exit Stearns, head north, and follow the signs.

Year 36: Chili, Cars & a Simi Summer Tradition

There may be a shortage of Tums at Walgreens in Simi this week, as The Knights of Columbus are hosting their famous Chili Cook-Off and Car Show this Saturday, June 21 at St. Rose of Lima. This is a great Simi Valley tradition and a can’t-miss event!

Expect 100+ of SoCal’s finest classic cars, a whole lotta chili to sample, vendor booths, bounce houses, live music and even a petting zoo. Plenty for the whole family to enjoy. It’s the perfect mix of horsepower and hot sauce.

Saturday 10 AM to 4 PM — mark your calendar, bring the crew, and come hungry.

Tickets on sale now! 🎟️ Ticket Info

🍴 _{The Weekly Crave}

Tapo Street BBQ – New Spot Alert!

2355 Tapo Street, Unit 12 (Big red “BARBECUE” sign behind Tapo McDonalds, can’t miss it)

Tapo Street BBQ just had its soft launch on Friday the 13th — I swung by as a Father’s Day treat to myself on Sunday and left with a grin.

Chef Tony served me up 4 fall-off-the-bone pork ribs smoked to perfection, mac salad, baked beans, and a drink — all for just $16. That’s a steal for real-deal BBQ. Generous portions too, they could barely close my to-go container — it was so packed.

They’ve got a limited menu for now, but if you’re a BBQ lover, this place should be your next food mission. Hot tip: go hungry.

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🗑️Waste Bin Fines Are Here

Heads up, Simi Valley — you can now be fined for putting the wrong stuff in your recycling or organics bins.

Waste Management trucks are using onboard cameras to monitor what’s in your bins as they’re emptied, and violations could cost you — starting at $50 and climbing to $250 for repeat offenses.

This comes from state law SB 1383, which requires cities to cut down on landfill waste. So remember:

• Food scraps + yard clippings → organics bin

• Clean recyclables like cans + paper → recycling bin

• No plastic bags in recycling

• No food or wrappers in the wrong cart

The city is still giving warnings and education for first-time mistakes, but enforcement is officially active. Check what goes where at simivalley.org and dodge a surprise on your next bill.

🎶 Music, Events, Food, & Fun This Weekend in Simi Valley

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June 19 – June 22, 2025
✨ All times local | Events subject to change

^{Thursday, June 19th}

🎭 Laughter at the Library
6 PM | Simi Valley Public Library – Community Room
An evening of free stand-up comedy featuring Jann Karam, Mike Sasson, Kelly Spillman, and Marty Fidelman. Come for the laughs, stay for the air conditioning.

🎨 Paint & Sip at Chuy’s Baja Grill
6–8 PM | 1397 E Los Angeles Ave, Suite A
Paint a bouquet in a cowboy boot! $40 includes all supplies. (Food & drinks sold separately.) RSVP to Katie at 805-868-9735

^{Friday, June 20th}

☕️ Teatime at the Reagan Library
12:30 PM | Ronald Reagan Presidential Library
Afternoon tea beneath Air Force One. Pinkies up. Reservations recommended.

🚙 Jeep Night – GenRight & Mickey Thompson
6–9 PM | Rock & Roll Cafe
Jeep lovers unite for rigs, rides, and an off-road kind of hangout.

🎵 Friday Night at Tierra Rejada – DRB Live
6–9 PM | Tierra Rejada Golf Club
Live music, food, drinks, and killer views to kick off your weekend right.

🎵 Live Music: Fake Matthews Band
7:30–11:30 PM | Rock n’ Roll Pizza
A Dave Matthews tribute bringing smooth jams and sax solos all night long.

🎵 Live Music at Cork & Batter
9 PM | Cork & Batter Roadhouse
Grab a drink, some BBQ, and let the weekend roll with smooth country rock at one of Simi’s newest live music spots.

^{Saturday, June 21st} 

🛍️ Texas Tract Neighborhood Garage Sale
7AM start | All over the Texas Tract
Over 100 homes participating, tons of treasures. Your next vintage score awaits.

🛍️ Summit Sip & Shop
8 AM – 1 PM | 4722 Summit Ave, Simi Valley
Make a day of it! After cruising the Texas Tract garage sales, swing by this pop-up boutique for drinks, treats, and fun finds from some of your favorite local vendors.

🧘‍♂️ Yoga & Meditation – International Day of Yoga
9 AM–12 PM | Center for Spiritual Living, 1756 Erringer Rd, Ste #100
Celebrate peace and wellness with light chair yoga, tea, meditation, and connection

🌶️ 36th Annual Chili Cook-Off & Car Show
10 AM–4 PM | St. Rose of Lima Church
Tons of chili, 130+ classic cars, vendors, live music… what else do you need?

🌺 Moose Lodge SUMMER BASH + Old Dawgs…New Tricks
11 AM–7 PM (Band 3–7 PM) | Simi Valley Moose Lodge
Fundraiser bash with food, drinks, dancing, and live tunes — open to all.

🧒 Kids Makers Market
2:30–5:30 PM | Simi Valley Town Center, Unit 660
Handmade goodies by crafty kids ages 5–17. Go support these kidpreneurs and their businesses. Or know a kid that might want to sell at the market? $5 booth – Sign up

🎵 TAYLOR 2: Electric Boogaloo
6–9 PM | Lucky Dog Cafe
Taylor Swift–themed bash with live music, drinks, crafts & friendship bracelets.
$13 per person

🎵 Live Music: The High Revival at Chuy’s
6–10 PM (est.) | Chuy’s West
Old-school covers with a modern twist. Free with food and good vibes.

🎵 Music in the Park – Cali Country All Stars
6:30 PM | Rancho Simi Community Park
Free outdoor concert with country and Southern rock. Bring a chair or a blanket.

🎭 Opening Night: Newsies
8PM | Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center
Extra! Extra! Read all about it — this high-energy musical kicks off tonight.

🎵 Live Music: Bad Habit
8:30–11:30 PM | Rock n’ Roll Pizza
Rocking the house with ’80s and ’90s covers all night long.

🎵 Live Music at Cork & Batter
9 PM | Cork & Batter Roadhouse
Grab a drink, some BBQ, and let the weekend roll with smooth country rock at one of Simi’s newest live music spots.

^{Sunday, June 22nd}

🚗 Cars and Coffee at the Mall
8–10 AM | Simi Valley Town Center – West End near Corner Bakery
Start your Sunday with chrome and caffeine! Cruise by to check out classic cars, custom rides, and meet local auto enthusiasts. Free to attend and open to all.

🎵 Free Flute Concert at the Reagan Library
12 PM | Reagan Library Courtyard
Enjoy a unique performance by the Song of the Angels Flute Orchestra — an expansive, all-flute ensemble based in L.A. This free outdoor concert is open to the public

🧙 Richard the Magician – Library Summer Series
2–3 PM | Simi Valley Public Library
A magical, interactive show for all ages — and it’s totally free.

🎭 Newsies (Continues)
2 PM | Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center
Day two of the high-kicking, paper-slinging Broadway-style show.

🎵 Reggae Sunday with Nic Hale
3–5 PM | Rock n’ Roll Pizza
Cap your weekend with chilled-out reggae and laid-back vibes.

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