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Snakes are frequently depicted in movies as poisonous and vicious. If someone gets too close, the slithering creature inevitably attacks and endangers the life of its victim. Snakes do to foothills and open space what "Jaws" did to the ocean; they create fear. More ... Too often, the news carries stories about elderly people being assaulted or robbed in their home. James A. Wilkinson, a health law attorney and author of A Family Caregiver More ... Without impacting wholesale water rates throughout Southern California, Metropolitan Water District More ... A Calabasas mother began serving a four-year sentence last week for abducting her own 5-year-old son in a bungled kidnapping attempt that also involved three of her husband More ... Getting kids to read on week-ends is hard enough, but motivating them during the summer can be even harder. More ... Thousand Oaks police continue their investigation of a traffic collision last week in Westlake Village in which a 44-year-old woman jogger was struck by a car while reportedly making an illegal street crossing. More ... Many filmmakers enter film festivals to get their movies seen by Hollywood executives and to win awards. Showing your film on the big screen for the first time is a thrill indeed. But there More ... California performing artists interested in touring throughout the state of California are encouraged to apply to be included in the 2003-2004 and 2004-2005 "Touring Artists Directories" published by the Performing Arts Touring and Presenting Program of the California Arts Council. More ... Topanga resident Robert Wheeler, a retired Los Angeles Police Department motorcycle officer, has published his first novel, "Love Forever Lost," in the romance fiction genre. Wheeler More ... Rev. Eve Rose of Calabasas, a spiritual teacher/psychologist, will conduct a four-week class titled "Imaginary Journeys II" from 7-9 p.m. Thursdays beginning today at the Center for Highly Effective Living, 20855 Ventura Blvd., Ste. 11, at the northeast corner of Ventura and Desoto. The $10 fee per class includes refreshments and materials. More ... The Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence is seeking dedicated individuals to provide support and advocacy for victims and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in East Ventura County. The fall volunteer training session will be held Sept. 10 to Oct. 27, with sessions on Monday and Wednesday evenings and Saturdays, in Simi Valley. For an application packet, please call (805) 983-6014. More ... Imagine life with a disability. Imagine having to use a ramp to enter a building, or needing special equipment just for day-to-day living. Imagine the looks and stares every time you go out. More ... Summer months provide am opportune time for homeowners to extend the life of their home operating systems while achieving energy conservation, according to the Home Warranty Association of California (HWAC), which has issued a checklist of tips to achieve these goals. More ... Through Aug. 31, children ages 8 to 12 can participate in EcoKids Nature Camp presented from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Mondays through Fridays at Leo Carrillo State Park, on Pacific Coast Highway at the Ventura County line in west Malibu. More ... The 2001 La Fiesta del Triunfo, the 36th annual benefit for the Stagecoach Inn Museum, will be held on Sat., July 14 in the gardens of Chateau Pleasance at Lake Sherwood. Honorary chairpersons for the event are Ed and Lynn Hogan, who are opening their property for this garden party. More ... The Arboretum of Los Angeles County is offering a "Family Gardening" program from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, July 12, 19, 26 and Aug. 2. More ... Rachel Diggs, 22, of Agoura Hills has been selected as one of five finalists in the Pantene Pro-Voice music competition, a national contest designed to recognize, celebrate and honor young women age 14 to 24 who use their voice as a tool for positive self-expression. More ... The lure of electronic mail draws headlines, but recent surveys show that many consumers still prefer traditional mail. More ... Last April Agoura Hills resident Karen Stone participated in a project coordinated by Global Volunteers, a nonprofit international development organization that offers short-term service opportunities in 19 countries. Along with five other volunteers, Stone traveled to Santa Elena, Costa Rica, where she joined local residents in painting a women More ... Interface Children Family Services provides low-cost, ability-to-pay counseling for individuals, couples and families. More ... Itamar Marcus, director of the Palestinian Media Watch (PMW), will speak at 9 a.m. on Sun., July 15 at a breakfast hosted by Conejo Jewish Academy, 30345 Canwood St., Agoura Hills. More ... The L.A. County Department of Public Works offers the top 10 simple ways to have earth-friendly summer entertainment. More ... The California Arts Council (CAC) recently announced the winners of the statewide energy conservation poster contest. A total of 756 entries was submitted. More ... The early days of parenthood are committed almost entirely to the bonding between mother and child. A dad More ... The Conejo Valley Association of Realtors (CVAR) recently conducted an election of new officers and directors for 2002. More ... As the Internet became a cost of entry for most businesses, many companies looked forward to the day when their Websites and online customer service would largely replace live telephone customer service and reduce their operating cost. However, this hasn More ... Becker Agency of National Life Insurance Company was recently honored for its numerous achievements in performance excellence during 2000. During an awards ceremony held at this year More ... Community RSS feed |
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