The chamber vocal ensemble Oaks Camerata from the Conejo Valley will present a concert of holiday-themed music at 5 p.m. Sun., Dec. 9 at The Church of the Epiphany, 5450 Churchwood Drive, Oak Park. Under the direction of Dr. Brian S. Driscoll, the 26-voice choir will perform the Christmas Cantata 191 by Bach; “Gaude, Gaude, Gaude, Maria” (Rejoice! Rejoice! Rejoice, […]
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Vocal ensemble’s church concert offers classical Christmas masterpieces
. Wine reception to follow the showLab rescue has happy ending
CRITTER TAILAs I was driving into my neighborhood in Agoura on Wednesday night, I spotted a chocolate lab that dashed across the street and disappeared into the field behind Costco Westlake. The next night, I had another sighting and knew this dog hadn’t just been out without a leash—it was lost. I tried to encourage the dog to trust me by […]
Recovery group to meet
SMART Recovery is a free, sober social support group that meets every Thursday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 30101 Agoura Court, Ste. 103, Agoura Hills. SMART, which stands for Self- Management and Recovery Training, is a “crosstalk” process group that uses cognitive behavioral therapy to empower individuals struggling with addiction to take charge of their own recovery. The goals […]
Understand risks, options with GERD
Acid refluxMost people think of heartburn as just an annoying discomfort, but when it’s a symptom of ongoing acid reflux, there are associated risks most people aren’t aware of. If you are one of the millions who suffer from daily symptoms of acid reflux, also known as GERD—gastro-esophageal refl ux disease—you already know the impact on your quality of life. Some […]
Medicare age is still 65
COMMENTARY Social Security If you’re in your 60s, you probably know that the age to receive full retirement benefits has changed. But it’s important to remember that the age to begin receiving Medicare has not— it is still 65. Even if you have decided to wait until after you are age 65 to apply for retirement benefits, most people should […]
Fair seeks junior board members
The Ventura County Fair seeks 2013 Junior Fair Board members. The Junior Fair Board was established in the 1970s to provide young adults with an opportunity to develop leadership skills, perform community service and become aware of the business and operations of district agricultural fairs. Along with conducting daily contests at the fair, the Junior Fair Board performs service projects […]
CLU to host Kwanzaa celebration event
. Music, dancers, food, vendors on handCalifornia Lutheran University’s annual Kwanzaa celebration will feature food, performances and a ceremony from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat., Dec. 1 in Gilbert Arena in the Gilbert Sports and Fitness Center, north of Olsen Road near Mountclef Boulevard on the Thousand Oaks campus. CLU students will perform a Kwanzaa ceremony and NAACP Saturday School students will make presentations. The […]