The Rubicon Theatre Company will host the Southern California premiere of “Ben Franklin: Unplugged,” written by and starring Josh Kornbluth of “The Josh Kornbluth Show” on PBS. The show previews Thurs. and Fri., Feb. 9 and 10, and opens at 7 p.m. Sat., Feb. 11, continuing through Sun., March 5 at Rubicon Theatre, 1006 E. Main St., Ventura. Opening night […]
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“The New World” Directed by: Terrence Malick Starring: Q’Orianka Kilcher, Colin Farrell, Christopher Plummer, Christian Bale and David Thewlis Rating: PG-13 (for violence) Running time: 151 minutes Best suited for: the historyloving existentialist Least suited for: the plot conscious Watching a Terrence Malick film without the expectation of minimalist dialogue and dreamy, languid, introspective moments is like watching a Sam […]
Nature walks to be offered
The Children’s Nature Institute will offer docent-led family nature walks in Agoura Hills and Malibu this month. There is a suggested donation of $7 per family, and the walks are designed for children from infants through age 8, along stroller-friendly trails. Trained volunteers will introduce children to skills that help them with reading, science, math and art, while learning to […]
Teens to be focus of talk
The Lost Hill’s Sheriff’s Department Juvenile Team (JTeam) will share insights and practical steps to creating healthier families at the next meeting of ACT from 7:30 to 9 p.m., Mon., Feb. 6 in room 1107 of Calvary Community Church, 5495 Via Rocas, Westlake Village. ACT (Awareness, Communication, Transformation) is a nonsectarian support and information-sharing group for parents of teenage children. […]
Baby’s first teeth need special care
Teething typically begins between the fourth and seventh month. When your child has a few teeth, brush them with a soft toothbrush or rub them with gauze daily. As soon as two teeth are touching, begin to floss gently. About six months after the first tooth emerges, it’s time for baby’s first trip to the dentist. “Choose a dentist who […]
Oak Park will have youth nigh
The Kids’ Night Out program at the Oak Park Community Center will be from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Fri., Feb. 10. The center is at 1000 N. Kanan Road, Oak Park. The event is open to children in kindergarten through fifth grade and features supervised art projects, games, basketball, movies, pizza and snacks. The cost is $18. For reservations […]
The Commons to host free kids’ club Tuesday
Beginning Feb. 7, The Commons at Calabasas will offer the Just 4 Kids Club to youth ages 10 and under from 6 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the community stage area between Mi Piace and Marmalade Café at The Commons, 4799 Commons Way, Calabasas. Children can become Just 4 Kids members and receive a membership card entitling them to discounts […]
Communion services at UMC
Communion will be served and the Rev. Gary Alan Dickey will speak on “This, Too Shall Pass” at the 8, 9 and 10:30 a.m. worship services Sun., Feb. 5 at the United Methodist Church of Westlake Village, 1049 Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village. Childcare will be available during the 9 and 10:30 services. For information, call (805) 4977884 or (818) 8895431 […]
Chaplains’ heroic WWII sacrifice to be commemorated
The annual Four Chaplains brunch and memorial service hosted by the American Legion Post 826 will be at noon Sun., Feb. 12 at Legion Hall, 5320 Fallbrook Ave., Woodland Hills. The event is open to the community for a $10 donation. For ticket information, call Don Vetter at (818) 340-8886. The program will include clergy, the daughter of the last-rescued […]