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Earthquake disaster simulation will test readiness
Part 2 of two parts
      Seismic predictions are an inexact science at best, but experts at the United States Geological Survey (USGS) still estimate that there is a nearly 50 percent chance that an earthquake of magnitude 7.2 or greater will strike Southern California in the next 30 years.
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Second Century Commission plans for next 100 years
      A blue-ribbon commission comprising scientists, conservationists, politicians and other community leaders met Aug. 25 and 26 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Westlake Village to discuss the future role of America's national parks.
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Rotary's Penny Party makes good cents
      BE A WINNER— Oak Park resident Lauren Bachrack picks out a prize from the 10 cent table at the Calabasas Rotary Club's inaugural "Penny Party" held at the Agoura Hills/ Calabasas Community Center last Sunday. All proceeds from the raffle will support Rotary's humanitarian services.
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Encore Club to meet
      The Westlake Encore Club will meet at 9:30 a.m. Fri., Sept. 12 at the Westlake Yacht Club, 32123 Lindero Canyon Road, Westlake Village. The meeting will include refreshments, discussion of activi ties for the year, root beer floats and a ride on the lake.
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Community Briefs
      Malibu Golf Tournament The Malibu Chamber of Commerce and honorary chair Cheech Marin invite the community to the 16th annual Malibu Golf Tournament on Mon., Sept. 16 at Malibu Country Club, 901 Encinal Canyon Road.
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Acorn Award seeks nominees
      The Community Foundation for Oak Park is accepting nominations for the Golden Acorn award. The award honors residents of Oak Park who volunteer their time and efforts to benefit the community. Recipients are those who are dedicated to community service.
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Docent training to start soon
      Topanga Canyon Docents are seeking volunteers interested in learning about the natural history of the Santa Monica Mountains and leading midweek interpretive walks for school children and weekend family walks within the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation areas.
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At The Library
      The Westlake Village Library has announced its upcoming events. Unless otherwise noted, all events take place at the library, 31220 E. Oak Crest Drive, Westlake Village. For more information, call (818) 865-9230. •Children ages 5 to 12 are invited to read aloud to a Paws 4 Healing therapy dog at 2 p.m. Sat., Sept. 13. Sign-up is required.
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Emancipation Proclamation on display
      The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, 40 Presidential Drive in Simi Valley, will display the original Emancipation Proclamation signed by Abraham Lincoln as part of the Forever Free exhibit from Fri., Sept. 19 to Tues., Sept. 23.
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Win a playhouse, help homeless
Fundraiser supports HomeAid Los Angeles/Ventura
      Project Playhouse, a fundraiser for HomeAid Los Angeles/Ventura, will be on display from Sat., Sept. 13 to Sun., Oct. 19 at The Lakes. Three playhouses and one dog house will be open for tours. The houses will be auctioned, and the "Opportunity" playhouse will be raffled off.
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Calabasas Landfill plans energy recovery project
Methane gas will fuel turbines
      Plans for an energy recovery facility at the Calabasas Landfill—a project that will produce electricity for more than 17,000 homes—are moving ahead.
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'Green team' puts down roots
      ALL NATURAL— The "green team" from the city of Calabasas visits a recent Chamber of Commerce luncheon at the Calabasas Country Club. The team gave an overview of what the city has accomplished on the environmental front and where it is heading with planning and initiatives.
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Musicians needed
      The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura is seeking musicians and vocalists to perform in homes and boutique areas during the 17th annual Holiday Homes Tour on Dec. 6 and 7. For more information, call Thelma Starr at (818) 591-0619.
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