July 24, 2008 RSS feed / Family

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Local student wins Disney writing contest

By Joann Groff joann@theacorn.com
Despite writing her entry at the last minute, a local student was one of two winners in a major writing contest put on by Disney. More...

Riding for fun and fitness

PEDALING AWAY ANOTHER SUMMER SUNDAY- After stopping at The Village at Moorpark Road in Thousand Oaks for a coffee break, Newbury Park residents Heidi Christensen, left, and Ed Morris depart on their bikes to continue their scenic ride through Cone More...

Pinched by the economy, older adults may be putting themselves at risk

Evidence is mounting that older adults are cutting everyday expenses to keep up with the economic downturn. Local senior-care experts warn families to be on alert to make sure seniors aren't cutting too deeply. More...

Cost-cutting warning signs

The following are ways that a downturn in the economy could impact seniors. If you're a family caregiver, ask yourself the following questions: 1. Is your senior's home too warm in the summer and too cold in the winter? 2. More...

T.O. Library announces concert schedule

The Grant Brimhall/Thousand Oaks Library has announced its summer Courtyard Serenades schedule. All performances will be held Thursdays from 7 to 8 p.m. in the library courtyard, 1401 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. More...

Versatile avocado tickles the taste buds

By Patrick Mooney Special to the Acorn

Recently at the Thousand Oaks farmers market I talked to vendor Frank Wells, who was manning the Westfield Farms stand. Westfield Farms has been in operation since 1992, and Wells has been running the farm since 1996. More...

T.O. undergrad receives honors

Thousand Oaks High School alumnus Curtis Brown has been awarded the 2008-09 Nicholas Aberhard Award from University of California Irvine. The award is given to out standing freshmen. Brown is a political science major. More...

CLU will host 'Broadway Spectacular' revue

The California Lutheran University student recital, "Broadway Spectacular," is scheduled for 2 p.m. Sun., Aug. 10 at the Preus-Brandt Forum Theater on the campus, 60 W. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks. More...

Local realtors help children

BIG HEARTED- Get Real, a Conejo Valley real estate networking group, donates $2,000 to Support for the Kids, a nonprofit charity that helps underprivileged foster children. More...

Pet of the Week

ALOOF BUT NOT ARROGANT- Griffy is a 4-year-old female medium-hair gray cat who's just a little smug. Griffy is accepting applications, and you may be eligible to adopt her at the Agoura Animal Shelter, 29525 Agoura Road in Agoura Hills. More...

Wolfgang Puck coming to Westlake

Renowned chef Wolfgang Puck opened a new restaurant July 14 in Westlake Village. Wolfgang Puck L.A. Bistro is at 30990 Russell Ranch Road West, next to Dakota Steakhouse. More...