CATCHING THE WIND—Ventura resident Elliott Mendenhall, 12, takes his sailboat for a spin around Westlake Lake during the Westlake Yacht Club’s Independence Day Celebration July 4. The event included an electric boat relay and a parade of boats around the lake.
2016-07-07
Searching for shade
On the TrailAs the high heat of summer checks in, residents become united in achieving one goal: finding shade. Some are lucky enough to have a back or front yard that’s home to a tree ample enough to spread the shade around generously— to cool the house as well as outdoor areas. Alas, some of us live in condos or apartments, mobile […]
Dreams do come true for local girl
Making wishes come true is the least that can be done for children facing life-threatening illnesses. Justine Ordona, a 16-yearold girl from Agoura Hills who has lupus, had a dream to go to Hawaii. That dream was fulfilled June 28 when the Make-A-Wish Foundation visited her home and told her to pack her bags, the trip was on. Lupus is […]
Milestone gifts with meaning
Other Side of 50Last week my sister asked me for a gift idea for a friend who was turning 50. As I began to brainstorm with her, my thoughts turned to how a person might feel on the occasion of a milestone birthday, whether it be 50, 60, 70, 80 or beyond. Do milestone birthdays change the way people evaluate their lives? And […]