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Voters approve three of four state bond measures Propositions 55, 57 and 58 pass, 56 goes down to defeatknight@theacorn.com By Michelle Knight Voters on Tuesday overwhelmingly agreed with Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s plan to balance the state budget by approving Propositions 57 and 58. More ... Open space group forming in Thousand Oaks An open-space advocacy group called SAVE OUR RING OF GREEN has been formed by Thousand Oaks homeowner Shari Czerwinski. More ...
MICHAEL COONS/T.O. Acorn RIGHT HAND WOMAN-U.S. National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice spoke favorably of the Republican White House in front of an audience of over 500 people last week at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley. More ... Dukakis here to rally Democrats bowens@theacorn.com By Billie Owens The way Michael Dukakis sees it, Americans are mired in a stagnant economy caused by an unprecedented government deficit. They are in a hellacious quagmire in Iraq to boot. More ...
knight@theacorn.com By Michelle Knight Ken Calcut remembers falling asleep to the roar of lions, safe in the knowledge that they were caged at an animal training compound several miles away from his Newbury Park home. More ... 2004 CVD schedule Read the Story... School fundraising extended The Conejo Schools Foundation, a nonprofit group dedicated to provide a permanent and dependable funding source to the Conejo Valley Unified School District, has extended its deadline for the "First 100 Days" campaign. More ...
LISA ADAMS/T.O. Acorn CONTRIBUTING TO A GOOD CAUSE-Event co-chair and master of ceremonies "Irish"John Gore, left, introduces Marty Campbell and J.R. More ... Water safety for children The Conejo Valley Chapter of Mothers and More will next meet from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Thurs., March 11 at Conejo Valley Church of Christ, 2525 E. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks. More ... Citigroup backs children’s literacy program Many Mansions and the Citigroup Foundation have teamed up to promote education among lower-income children in Ventura County. A recent $6,000 donation from Citigroup will enable Many Mansions to continue to assist children through its Homework/Literacy program. More ...
The Rotary Club of Westlake Village will host its 2004 Homer Dickerson Youth Ethics Conference from 7:15 to 11:45 a.m. Tues., March 9 at Calvary Community Church Conference Center, 5495 Via Rocas, Westlake Village. More ...
Children deal with gifted and disabled learning dualityknight@theacorn.com By Michelle Knight Stephen Fischer is a paradox. The Thousand Oaks high school student has a learning disability, yet he participates in the school’s gifted learning program. More ...
DRUM LINE-Katie Heck, 17, of the Westlake High School Winter Percussion Ensemble, listens to instructions from her conductor during practice for the Southern California Percussion Alliance Drum Line Competition last weekend. More ...
bowens@aol.com By Billie Owens The biggest annual fundraiser for the Thousand Oaks Women’s Club was a sell out again this year with 200 people attending "Rhapsody in Red,’’ a celebration of the club’s 40 years of service. More ...
The 12th annual Ventura County Spring Home & Garden Show will be presented from Fri., March 19 through Sun., March 21 at Seaside Park, Ventura County Fairgrounds, Ventura. More ... Domestic violence could be occurring right next door porter@theacorn.com By Lori Porter Although domestic violence is the No. 1 cause of injury for women in the United States and affects women equally across all economic, social and ethnic lines, you seldom hear about it here in the Conejo Valley. Nevertheless, it does exist. More ... Warning signs of an abuser and Read the Story...
Ever see those statistics that proclaim "One in 28 million people may develop an adverse reaction to such-and-such?" Believe me, it’s not fun being the One on the wrong end of a statistic. More ... 10 important facts about domestic violence · Domestic violence is the No. 1 cause of injury for women in the United States. Three to four million women are abused each year. More ... Dole is named title sponsor of Great Race Dole Food Company in Westlake Village has become the title sponsor of the Conejo Valley’s largest community event, the Great Race of Agoura. More ... Kids invited to get crafty Did you know that 80 percent of families include a crafter? They scrapbook, knit, bead and paint while enjoying the benefits of crafting, which range from relaxation to higher self-esteem. More ...
KIM RAMSEYER/T.O. Acorn TASTE TEST-Children at Westlake Elementary recently celebrated George Washinton's birthday with stories, songs, and a feast complete with "Hoe Cakes." More ... Visual arts and writing contest open to students Friends of the Westlake Village Library are sponsoring a Young Adult Visual Arts and Writing Contest open to students in grades six to12 who live in Westlake Village and are currently enrolled in the following schools: Agoura High School, Lindero Canyon Middle School, Oaks Christian School, and West... More ... Homes wanted Interface Children Family Services needs volunteers interested in providing evening and weekend short-term shelter for youth in need. More ... Hike raises money for student scholarships Retired Cal State Northridge geology professor Gene Fritsche will be lacing up his hiking boots for a trek across the Santa Monica Mountains to raise money for student scholarships. More ...
Buy a daffodil and help find the cure for cancer. More ... Party planning tips for busy families A fun and festive celebration is what most children would like for their birthdays––and exactly what parents would like to provide. However, with busy schedules and precious little time for planning, parents often find party planning stressful and frustrating when they are forced to play catch-up at... More ... Seaside Park to feature country crafts Variety of country decorating items and folk art accessories will be on sale The tradition of handcrafted folk art will be showcased at the Country Folk Art Craft Show March 12-14 in San Miguel Hall at Seaside Park, Ventura County Fairgrounds, Ventura. More ... Winter forest visitors urged to be cautious Wintertime visitors to "snow country" in the Los Padres National Forest should be prepared for extreme weather and dangerous conditions warns the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service. More ...
ADAM DAVIS/T.O. Acorn BUSINESS LEADERS-Bernice Bennett, above left, presents a Business of the Year award to Jill Letterer, owner of Thousand Oaks Domino's, during the annual Thousand Oaks/Westlake Village Chamber of Commerce Recognition Dinner last weekend at the Westlake Hyatt Hotel. More ... Stroke seminar offered The Conejo Valley Stroke Support Group will present an educational seminar, "You Don’t Need Another Stroke," from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Wed., March 17 at Los Robles Outpatient Center, 4415 S. More ...
bowens@theacorn.com By Billie Owens CLU freshman Peter Burgwald spent several hours feeding the hungry last Saturday. More ... Gem show celebrates nature "Artistry from Nature" is the theme of the 42nd annual Gem, Mineral, Lapidary and Fossil Show of the Ventura Gem & Mineral Society (VGMS), presented from 10 a.m. More ... Shutterbugs give it their best shot The Ventura County Arts Council Visual Arts Committee presents "Sights Unseen—A Contemporary Photography Exhibit" from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays through Fri. More ...
The Cat in the Hat came back—arriving Monday at Ladera Elementary School in Thousand Oaks to commemorate the school’s involvement in Read Across America Day, an annual event that promotes community-involved reading by celebrating the birthday of Theodore "Dr. More ... Foster youth need temporary host homes Caring people in the community are sought to open their homes to emancipated foster youth in need, those between the ages of 18 and 21and participating in the Independent Living Program of Interface Children Family Services. More ... Kids want kids to kick the habit Every day in the U.S. another 2,000 children become regular, daily smokers. One-third of them will die prematurely from a smoking-caused disease. If current trends continue, more than six million of today’s children will eventually die from smoking. More ...
bowens@theacorn.com By Billie Owens For artist Patricia Mason Sica, the majestic African elephant has become her muse. Her intricate drawings of the endangered creature mix realism with poignant detail. More ... Women in construction have a lot of muscle The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is sponsoring its seventh annual Women in Construction Week March 7-13. The event is designed to increase awareness of the importance and visibility of women in the construction industry. More ...
knight@theacorn.com By Michelle Knight Sue Peelle’s second-grade class at Westlake Hills Elementary is almost ready for prime time. On March 10, the 7- and 8-year-old students will serenade a group of seniors on the joy of spring during a performance at the Fitzgerald Senior Center in Thousand Oaks. More ... Celebrating St. Patrick The Mission Circle Group at St. Paschal Baylon Church is sponsoring a St. Patrick’s Day dinner party with entertainment from 7 to 10 p.m. Wed., March 17 at Sunset Hills Country Club, 4155 Erbes Road, Thousand Oaks. More ... Newcomers offer club events The Conejo Valley Newcomers Club (CVNC) will host a variety of events this month. CVNC describes itself as "a social, nonpolitical, nonprofit, non-philanthropic, non-fundraising organization." More ... Women’s art now on display Women artists from California Lutheran University and surrounding communities will share their work in celebration of the 25th year of "Creative Options: A Day for Women. More ... Blood drives Kaiser Permanente will host the following blood drives this month at two locations. More ... Teen scene The "Book Scene 4 Teens" book discussion group will next examine "Fahrenheit 451," Ray Bradbury’s classic tale of a futuristic world where books are banned and burned if found, from 6 to 8 p.m. More ... Temple to host Purim carnival Kol Tikvah Temple will present a Purim carnival from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sun., March 7. The event will feature a rock wall, giant slide, train ride, petting zoo and more. More ... Is your family ready for puppy love? Puppy care kit helps children learn how to care for a dog When kids want a puppy, parents need to determine if the family is prepared for the responsibility. Now some special help has arrived to assist families with this puppy predicament. More ... Dog obedience class offered The Community Services Department of the city of Calabasas is offering a dog obedience class at Gates Canyon Park, 25801 Thousand Oaks Blvd. in Calabasas. Sessions are for people 16 years and older, with dogs at least 4 months old. More ... Vacations made easy with pet-sitting service A professional pet-sitting service called Home Is Where the Pet Is, based in Agoura, specializes in providing daily home visits that allow pets to keep a regular feeding, exercise and medication routine. More ... |
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