Nominations sought for Bea Thompson awards
      The OneSpirit Center for Conscious Living, also known as the Simi Valley Religious Science Church, has open nominations for the Bea Thompson Make a Difference Foundation Award.
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Teen group travels north to help the poor
By Sophia Fischer sfischer@theacorn.com
      While many kids spent their summer at camp or on vacation, one group of local teens devoted their time off from school to help the low-income and homeless residents of San Francisco.
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The Art of Being
      "Love the moment. Flowers grow out of dark moments. Therefore, each moment is vital. It affects the whole. Life is a succession of such moments, and to live each is to succeed.
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Unconventional businessman shares profits with the people
      Clad in blue jeans and a Tshirt, Hal Taussig, 82, rides his bicycle to work every day and hasn't owned a car since 1971. "I gave my last car away to a hitchhiker," said Taussig. He does, however, own Untours, a hugely successful travel company.
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Cellist to play for High Holy Days
      World renowned cellist Michael Fitzpatrick will appear at Temple Kol Tikvah for High Holy Days. The musician will play for the congregation during Selichot service in preparation for the High Holy Days at 9 p.m. Sat., Sept. 8 at the synagogue, 20400 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills. This service i...
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Families can take part in outdoor game day
      Congregation Or Ami invites the community to participate in its second annual Game Day at the Park beginning at 5 p.m. Sun., Aug. 26 at De Anza Park, 3701 Lost Hills Road, Calabasas. There will be sport activities led by Ned Collins of Tri-Valley Roller Hockey League and Game Day sports a...
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