June 19, 2008 RSS feed / Family

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A fond farewell

JANN HENDRY/Acorn Newspapers KING FOR A DAY- Madrona Elementary School's retiring principal George (Of the Jungle) Coyle accepts gifts from fifth-grader Vanessa Baldoz during a farewell assembly for the 11-year leader of Madrona. More...

Week-long discovery nature camps are coming to Calabasas

Reservations are still being accepted for Mountains Restorations Trust's Discovery Nature Camp, offered in three, one-week sessions from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. More...

Follow the rules at amusement parks

Visiting an amusement park, attraction or waterpark can be a great way to spend a vacation. The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions offers these useful tips to consider before the next trip: More...

Reunion planned

Navy and Marine Corps shipmates who served on the USS Columbus from 1944 through the present are invited to attend a reunion from Oct. 1 to 4 at the Holiday Inn North in Dayton, Ohio. For more information, e-mail Allen R. More...

Center teaches girls song and dance

The Girls' Empowerment Center will hold "A Big Broadway Finish" from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Fri., June 27. The class will learn lyrics and choreography to popular Broad way songs and put on a performance for family members. More...

Growing up with pets can be beneficial

Growing up with pets can be good for a child's health and development. Research has shown that interacting with pets can contribute to a child's self-esteem and selfconfidence. More...

Bureau seeks parents to adopt foster children

Children's Bureau will host an orientation for adults interested in adoption from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tues., June 24 at the Grant Brimhall/Thousand Oaks Library, 1401 E. Janss Road. More...

Swimming pool safety tips

If you want to make a splash with swimming pool safety, here are some tips. While pools and spas can be great fun, care must be taken to enjoy these water activities safely. More...