Comedian George Carlin will discuss his latest book, "When Will Jesus Bring the Pork Chops?", in a conversation with Harry Shearer at 7:30 p.m. Tues., Nov. 16 at a "Writers Bloc" event at the Skirball Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles. The book is infused with Carlin’s trademark irreverent humor and biting cultural observations. He is the author of […]
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‘Our Town’ coming to Newbury Park
Newbury Park High School’s Theater Boosters will present Thornton Wilder’s "Our Town" at 7 p.m. Fri. and Sat., Nov. 5 and 6 and at 2 p.m. Sun., Nov. 7 in the school’s Performing Arts Center, 456 N. Reino Road, Newbury Park. Although a drama, the play contains humor and poignancy. Set between 1901 and 1913, "Our Town" is noted for […]
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Cabrillo Music Theater brings Little OrphanCabrillo Music Theater brings Little Orphan ‘Annie’ to life in T.O. Play tells of her search for her parents By Teza Belmond Special to The Acorn The classic tale of Little Orphan Annie is brought to life in the Cabrillo Music Theater production of "Annie," currently on stage at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza. Now celebrating its 10th season, […]
Dance workshops scheduled
The city of Agoura Hills Department of Community Services will offer adult dance workshops in Swing and Salsa dancing on Sun., Nov. 7 at the Agoura Hills Recreation Center, 30610 Thousand Oaks Blvd. Participants can learn the classic, original East Coast Swing and the "hot, spicy" Salsa. No partner or previous experience is necessary. The Swing class will be from […]
City of Calabasas praised for helping schools
City of Calabasas praised for helping schools I recently attended a meeting of the Calabasas Education Fund and, as a resident of Calabasas, wanted to express my gratitude toward the city for its commitment to quality education for the children of our community. The Education Fund is the brainchild of Mayor Michael Harrison, who fostered its establishment in 2003 as […]
A time to heal
To many of us, this has been the most contentious of any presidential election we can remember. Bush and Kerry spent more time attacking each other than promoting their own campaigns. It was American politics at its ugliest. We hope that both sides work to the common ground and avoid pushing an agenda that infuriates the other side. One thing […]
Republicans vs. Democrats revisited one last time
Republicans vs. Democrats revisited one last time In the Oct. 14 issue of The Acorn ("Democrats defended"), Mary Ficalora took issue with previous statements made by me, but in so doing, inadvertently confirmed my original statements. She refutes my belief that "Democrats are for the redistribution of wealth" by stating that Democrats are merely "for the redistribution of the tax […]
Flu shot effort handled well by local drugstore
Flu shot effort handled well by local drugstore I want to commend the manager and employees at Sav-on Drugs located at Village Glen and Agoura Road in Westlake Village for the well-organized and courteous way they conducted the flu shot crowd. How nice to be treated so well. They used their store chairs, passing out water for those who needed […]
Carousel now at Sagebrush
A vintage carousel in mint condition recently was added to other collectibles at the Sagebrush Cantina in Old Town Calabasas. Relocated from Ohio, the Alan Herschel carousel was built in the 1960s, patterned after the 1930s version, and features 24 horses and two benches. Carousel rides will be featured at early-bird Sunday brunch for parents with "early risers" in need […]
Rabbi Mentz to speak on Monday
Rabbi Chaim Mentz will speak at 8 p.m. Mon., Nov. 8 at Conejo Jewish Academy, 30345 Canwood St. in Agoura Hills. Mentz, who hosted the Rabbi Mentz Radio Show on KFI, will talk about his experiences on the Hollywood sets of "L.A. Law," "Brooklyn South," "NYPD Blue," and on KFI. He’ll discuss how to balance the religiosity and humility of […]