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A NOTE FROM THE

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September rolls around and we can’t believe summer is over. It’s appealing to welcome fall with the changing colors of the leaves, the cinnamon scented candles, the pumpkin decorations, and the thought of cooler temperatures ahead. I think we all appreciate the little things that remind us of the normal life we had pre-COVID. When a child is starting preschool or even college, the first day of school, whether online or in person, is exciting. To help our children move forward and give them structure, we’ve compiled a list of great schools, tutoring centers, programs, extracurricular activities, and classes in this issue’s Educate, Empower, and Enrich section. Let it guide you to make the best decisions for your children. My grandson, Maddox, is still too little for school but he loves his new class at the local kids' gym near his house. It has done wonders for him to socialize and discover a whole new type of fun.

On the cover, we have the Chernin family who loves this community and living lakefront on one of the ‘Finger Streets’ of Calabasas Lake. One of the keys to this family’s happiness is living amidst the serene and visually stunning backdrop of Calabasas.

Mark your calendars this year for the 8th Annual Calabasas Film Festival, September 29 through October 3. If you haven’t been before, join us! As always, you’ll see many

CALABASAS MAYOR NAMED LEAGUE OF CAL CITIES, L.A. DIVISION PRESIDENT The League of California Cities, Los Angeles County Division, representing 86 cities in Los Angeles County, installed its new Board of Directors on Thursday, August 5, in an outdoor ceremony at the Calabasas Civic Center. Calabasas Mayor James R. Bozajian was sworn in as president of the division after two years on its executive board. Rick Caruso, founder and chief executive officer of Caruso, gave special remarks and former Calabasas mayor and past division president Dennis Wash-

talented locals working together to make this fun-filled, five-day event as entertaining as can be, with premieres and cocktail parties galore. They are planning to screen some films at The Edwards Grand Palace at The Commons, and the Student Film Program will be held at Founders Hall on the last day. They are thrilled to be getting back into theaters this year and to celebrate all things film.

burn administered the oath of office to Mayor Bozajian.“We are pleased to install James as our division president and know vision in the coming year. His leadership in Los Angeles County

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and of cities throughout the state,” said Jennifer Quan, Los Angeles County Division executive director.

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Table of CONTENTS Auto 172

The Mustang Mach1

Community 58 Some Day 74 Pronouns: What’s in a Name?

76 Calabasas Film Festival 80 Don’t Wait: A Message

for the High Holy Days

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Caring Calabasas Seniors

Calabasas Country Club

Cover Feature

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The Chernin Family: Taking Education to Heart

Education & Our Kids 117

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Let’s Keep Kids Creative

Health & Beauty

Post-Pandemic Anxiety in Children

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THE Foundation for LVUSD

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Education: Fun for Kids of All Ages

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Enrich

Educational Places

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Guiding Young Patients with Eating Disorders Towards Recovery Hard Knocks Training LVUSD School Directory Educate Help Your Kids Score New Goals

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Autumn Attire Fall Finds

Financial 52 92 164

What’s Your Plan?

Money Sense What You Should Expect From Your Financial Advisor

Food & Wine 166 168 176

Help Kids Get Back Into the Swing of Things

Fashion 64 66

Empower

Calendar

Country Club Life 90

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Urban Crunch Sushi & Ramen Soup du Jour Takeout, Dine In, or Delivery

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Things You Can Do to Be More Positive Walk the Walk Which Sunscreen Should I Use, Doc? What You Should Know About Prostate Cancer Cancer Support Community Provides Just That Courtyard Pharmacy Helping Parents Recognize Celiac Disease Ask the Pharmacist Ask the Pediatrician SoCal Sinus

Home 86 84

Décor

C Style: The Final Touch Means so Much

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Cozy Fall Ideas at Home

Real Estate 177

What’s New in Real Estate

Travel 174

Enjoying Paso Robles

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COMMON MISBELIEFS ABOUT

REVERSE MORTGAGES A reverse mortgage requires monthly mortgage payments. False! There is no monthly mortgage payment! You will be responsible for payment of property taxes, homeowner’s insurance, HOA fees and home maintenance.

My children/heirs will be responsible for repayment of the loan. False! A reverse mortgage is a non-recourse loan. This means the lender cannot come after you or your heirs. Your heirs will not be responsible for repayment and have an option of repaying the loan and buying the house for themselves.

I

have helped many people use a reverse mortgage to convert part of their primary residence home equity into cash without selling their home!

Each time, I have dispelled many myths about reverse mortgages and eased people’s fears about these unique loan products.

I’ll be selling my home to the lender or government. False!

The homeowner — or estate — keeps the title to the home.

Lenders are not in the business of owning homes. The lender’s interest is limited to the outstanding loan balance as a lien on the property.

Factors that help determine how much you qualify for:

• Age of the youngest borrower • Market value of the home • Existing mortgage balance • Distribution type and interest rates

NMLS# 227765

Does my home need to be “Free and Clear" to qualify?

You will need adequate equity in the property. Many clients obtain a reverse mortgage for this precise reason — to get rid of their monthly mortgage payments.

penalties for paying off or selling the home.

If I get a reverse mortgage, I cannot sell my home. False!

A reverse mortgage is like any other loan. If you sell your home, the reverse mortgage lien will be paid off at closing.

Again, there are no prepayment penalties for paying off or selling the home.

Finally, remember, you will not be responsible for the loan balance that exceeds your home value!

Interested in learning if a reverse mortgage can help you?

Contact Pattye Zeto at pattye@pclfg.com or 818.865.0600

Can I sell my home if I get a reverse mortgage? A reverse mortgage is like any other loan. If you sell your home, the reverse mortgage lien will be paid off at closing.

There are no prepayment

Connect With the Experts

The Mark Klein Team at PCL Financial Group is a full-service lender offering expertise in every area of mortgage lending. While I am the VP of Client Relations, I also specialize in reverse mortgages, a topic that I am passionate about.

The more your home is worth, the more access you have to a large amount of equity you’ve built over the years! We offer reverse mortgage loan amounts up to four million dollars. I can be reached at (818) 865-0600 or via email at pattye@pclfg.com.

www.pclfinancialgroup.com www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org

— Patricia Zeto, NMLS# 944574 VP of Client Relations, PCL Financial Group

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INSPIRED CLOSETS OPENS NEW WARNER CENTER SHOWROOM ____________________________________ ____________________________________

Inspired Closets CEO Jim Delany and the Inspired Closets expert design team celebrated the grand opening of their new Warner Center showroom on Thursday, June 24. The beautiful showroom allows customers to walk through a variety of room and setting venues where they can experience organizational designs for closets, kitchen pantries, home offices, laundry rooms, entryways, entertainment areas, and garages.

The company’s mission is to solve home organization challenges in a way that intuitively supports the way people live and beautifully integrates into their homes.

Inspired Closets provides a simple, fourstep process—consult, design, prepare, and install. The goal is to put customers at ease from the moment they step into the showroom until the final installation.

The grand-opening celebration included an official ribbon-cutting ceremony from both the Calabasas and the West Valley Warner Center Chambers of Commerce.

The new showroom is located at 6465 De Soto Avenue in Woodland Hills.

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Enjoying

Summer

By Kaylie Carafelli

It's hard to believe we're already bidding another summer farewell.

From making special memories with friends and family to exploring new places on incredible vacations, we all found fabulous ways to enjoy the carefree, sunny days.

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RUBEN ROJAS AND WESTFIELD TOPANGA MALL CELEBRATE A “SUMMER OF LOVE”

____________________________________ ____________________________________ Photography provided by Westfield Topanga Los Angeles-born and based artist Ruben Rojas, best known for his “love” artwork which spreads his message of “Live Through Love” across the city, partnered with Westfield Topanga Mall on a “Summer of Love” series of art installations. Attendees were able to take a self-guided tour of the installations, featuring plenty of Instagrammable moments, and attend the official unveiling of Rojas’ sculpture “The Heart of the Valley” on Thursday, July 22. The event included a meet and greet; refreshments from Coffee Cube—a minority-owned, Valley-based start-up which offered three types of coffee/tea beverages and pastries and VIP gift bags, including items from Ruben’s fashion line. For more about Ruben, visit rubenrojas.com.

The San Fernando Valley’s fashionable front door for real-life, luxury, and influencer designer brands, Westfield Topanga and The Village provide a single-destination experience for shopping bliss.

For more information and future events, visit westfield.com/topanga.

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DALI SOLANO CROWNED MISS CALABASAS TEEN USA ____________________________________ ____________________________________

Congratulations

to

17-year-old

Dali

Solano who recently competed and was ultimately crowned Miss Calabasas Teen USA in May 2021. Dali attends Louisville High School where she will serve as president for the Class of 2022.

Among

many

accomplishments,

Dali

was awarded an Academic Award of Excellence for achieving a GPA of 4.45 at Louisville High School. Dali has also worked as a junior camp counselor at Sierra Canyon School for the past three years. In her role as Miss Calabasas Teen USA, Dali will promote the beautiful city of Calabasas and will also act as an ambassador in the city by working with small to medium-sized local businesses to help promote them on social media.

Dali will go on to compete for the Miss California Teen USA this September. Her proud parents, friends, and the City of Calabasas wish her continued success on her exciting journey.

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GOLFERS HIT THE LINKS FOR 29TH ANNUAL CARE FOR KIDS GOLF CLASSIC ____________________________________ ____________________________________

The 29th Annual Care for Kids Golf Classic hosted by the Rotary Clubs of Camarillo took place on Monday, July 26, at Spanish Hills Country Club. The sold-out tournament raised funds for Casa Pacifica Centers for Children and Families and its programs that serve foster and at-risk youth, along with other Rotary Foundation charities. Advanced Motion Controls returned as the tournament Title Sponsor and its owners, Daniel and Felicia Schoenewald, were the tournament honorees.

The Care for Kids Golf Classic is one of Ventura County’s longest-running charity golf tournaments.

A cocktail reception followed the day of play. Golfers were sent home with Wood Ranch gift cards in lieu of a traditional sit-down dinner. The program, streamed via Facebook Live was emceed by former county supervisor and longtime Rotarian Kathy Long. The online silent auction offered both golfers and non-golfers a chance to bid on the extensive array of items. For more information, visit casapacifica.org.

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THE TUSCAN VILLA AT THE ESTATES CALABASAS OPEN HOUSE EVENT

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Emil Hartoonian, managing partner and principal at The Agency, hosted a twilight open house on July 1 to showcase his listing at 25304 Prado de la Felicidad in the Estates at The Oaks.

As this is the first time the estate has ever been on the market, guests enjoyed the opportunity to see the 11,488-squarefoot home and enchanting courtyard reminiscent of a Tuscan villa. Masterfully imagined by renowned real estate developer and builder James Ring as his primary residence and designed by award-winning architect John Reed AIA, the estate is truly one of Southern California’s finest examples of picturesque countryside architecture with impeccable grounds and landscaping.

As one of the top-producing agents in Calabasas, with more than a dozen years of real estate and mortgage lending experience, Emil Hartoonian was delighted to welcome prospective clients to experience the magic of this Tuscan villa estate listed at $20,500,000.

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WAKE UP MOVIE AIMS TO RAISE SOCIAL AWARENESS

____________________________________ ____________________________________ Veteran actress Janet Craig made her debut as a feature film director in her film, WAKE UP–inspired by her personal experience as a foster parent who is also passionate to do everything possible to end sex trafficking. The WAKE UP film held a special private screening on July 10 at Regency Theatres in Westlake Village while awaiting to debut at prestigious film festivals across the country.

WAKE UP, based on real-life stories of foster children who tragically become human trafficking victims, was made to help survivors of sex slavery by raising public awareness and generating support for the organizations already battling on the front lines of this fight, including Raising HOPE, Forever Found, and ZOE International.

Human trafficking survivor and Presidential Appointee to the United States Advisory Board on Human Trafficking Rachel Thomas delivers an essential message at the end of the film. To make a donation, visit raisinghope.org.

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BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF VENTURA COUNTY DINNER & COMEDY NIGHT

____________________________________ ____________________________________ Photography by Gayle Barnes Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County’s first-ever "Dine & Comedy" fundraising event was a big hit! On Thursday, July 29, guests attended one of two show times at Zin Bistro Americana. The guests indulged

in

a

decadent

four-course

meal while enjoying some comic relief.

It was the perfect setting at a charming eatery where lake views and patio seating created idyllic atmosphere for New American dishes. Professional comics Phil Medina, Geoff Brown, Jessica Keenan, and Charles Sanchez and surprise comedian Aurelio Bocanegra put on an incredible show.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County (BBSVC) has been serving youth in the area through one-to-one mentoring relationships for over 50 years. A leading organization since 1970, BBSVC is a gold-standard and quality-award affiliate of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBS), the nation’s oldest, largest, and most-effective

youth

mentoring

pro-

gram. For more information and future events, visit bbsvc.org.

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Taking Education

to Heart

By Lori Berezin Photography and cover by Marvin Steindler Andrea Chernin grew up in Calabasas. After gradu-

serves as executive director, working with students with

ating from Calabasas High School, she attended col-

learning differences or in need of a little extra support.

lege at UCLA, majoring in psychology with a minor in public policy. In 2001, the proud Bruin met husband-

During college, Andrea tutored her peers at the Aca-

to-be Simon Chernin while living in Westwood. They

demic Advancement Program for historically under-

eventually returned to Calabasas when their son was

represented students. “I enjoyed the rewarding expe-

about to enter kindergarten. They’ve since settled

rience of working one on one with students so much that I began my own tutoring private practice.

happily with their two children, Leo and

While teaching later at Round Meadow, I

Rebecca, and one friendly Bernedoodle pup (Bernese mountain dog and poodle) named Ruby.

“The magnetic pull back to Calabasas was strong,” explains Andrea, “so we moved to Calabasas in 2011. We love this community. Living lakefront on one of the ‘Finger Streets’ of the Calabasas Lake, Park Serena, we’ve made

The

had several students in my class who seemed to learn differently than the other students.” Andrea grew intrigued by their self-taught com-

Chernin Family

a tight-knit group of friends who are so special to us. All of the parents are friends, and luckily, the kids get along, too.”

pensatory

strategies.

Longing

to learn more about special education, she enrolled in California State Northridge’s Educational

Therapy

Certificate

Program.

Simon

also

attended

Cal

State

Northridge, earning a degree in marketing. Seven years ago, he combined his interest in psychology and marketing to cofound an online advertising company, Userwave, an ad

“We always say that we are each other’s chosen fami-

network specializing in social-influencer marketing and

ly,” adds Simon. “We realize we’re so fortunate to have

audience development for content publishers. “I've always

one another. We also truly appreciate Calabasas with

been fascinated by the human psyche,” says Simon. “I’m

its great schools, ease of getting around, and walkabil-

on a never-ending pursuit of what makes a person think,

ity. This town offers everything we’d ever need or want

consider, and decide. I guess this is why I love what I do:

as a young family.”

engage, educate, and influence. That really is the key to marketing, isn't it?”

Education is especially near and dear to the Chernins.

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Andrea earned her master's degree in cross-cultural ed-

These days, the key to this family’s happiness includes

ucation that allowed her to teach fourth grade at her

living amidst the serene and visually stunning backdrop

alma mater, Hidden Hills’ Round Meadow Elementary

of Calabasas. “The park around the home is perfect for

School. She later founded Illuminate Educational Ther-

families who love being active,” says Simon. “We can

apy Group in Calabasas and Santa Monica. Andrea

walk around the lake, the Commons, our friends’ homes,

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and Andrea’s parents’ house where she grew up on Park Ensenada.” The family also spends time swimming, watching movies, trying out new restaurants, and taking boat rides on Calabasas Lake.

Ten-year-old Leo attends Bay Laurel Elementary. He also loves spending time with his friends, theatre, creating and editing

films,

playing

guitar,

tennis,

swimming, and practicing Krav Maga, the art of self-defense. Eight-year-old Rebecca also goes to Bay Laurel. She enjoys reading, writing, fashion, art, shopping, and hanging out with her 50

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friends. Leo and Rebecca’s parents encourage their blos-

Italian food. The kids are big fans of Rosti, Fresh Brothers,

soming creativity. Simon helps them create science pro-

and Lovis. Andrea and Simon also started a pandemic-era

jects and videos for their YouTube channel. He also posts

Friday night “TGIF” tradition. They introduced their kids to

some humorous videos of his own. They also enjoy riding

old 90s sitcoms in the car with their favorite In-N-Out burger,

the Peloton bike, working out, and playing with their ador-

recreating the excitement of those Friday nights when you

able 2-year-old, sable-colored pooch, Ruby.

couldn’t wait to see what new predicaments Steve Urkel was going to get himself into.

When the travel bug strikes, the family heads to Cabo, which they adore; New York; or other areas along the East

“We weren’t actually looking for a home on the lake, but

Coast. They also enjoy “staycation” visits to Laguna, Ojai,

when we went to the home’s open house, the water views

Palm Springs, San Diego, and Santa Barbara. Closer to

were unforgettable, and we fell in love,” explains Simon.

home, they love exploring all L.A. has to offer, from con-

“We made an offer on the house and never looked back.

certs at the Hollywood Bowl to strolls along the Santa Mon-

We are honored to represent a city that is so special to us

ica Pier. They also enjoy dining out at some favorite local

and feel so blessed to be able to raise our kids in such an

haunts, such as Shibuya, Moody Rooster, and Nonna for

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You Gotta Have One!

By Martin Levy, CLU/RHU Americans are living longer. As more and more Americans

cess of aging. If you're planning to live a long time, you need

continue to have personal experiences with loved ones need-

a plan!

ing care or actually become a relative’s caregiver, the need to have a prudent plan for long-term healthcare is becoming

People greatly underestimate the dollars needed just for re-

increasingly apparent.

tirement, and the retirement savings rate is at an all-time low. Beyond that, most never factor in the potential costs

Consumers and advisors across the nation have varying per-

for long-term care. Those costs are staggering: the national

spectives on this issue, and while no one plan or financial

hourly rate for at-home care is $23.00 per hour 2, which is

strategy is right for all, there is consistent opinion that a need

exceeded by the staggering cost for a private nursing stay

for people to consider healthcare costs associated with ag-

in a nursing home—a whopping $103,000.00 per year 2. And

ing and cognitive impairment is critical.

these costs will only continue to rise as Baby Boomers begin to flood the system.

Americans downplay the risk of needing care—it’s part of the culture that is driven by consumption of fast food, sodas, and

Having “The Conversation”

calories. Given the scope of the epidemic of obesity, heart

Only 14% 1 of Americans have ‘discussed planning for care or

disease, and diabetes and the impact of smoking as a con-

talked with an advisor about how to plan for care. That’s sur-

tributing cause of premature death, it’s ironic that more focus

prising given that 72% 1 ‘worry that they would not be able to

isn’t placed on this issue. You don’t have to look too far to see

provide adequate care if someone in their family needed it’.

someone who has some significant health concerns, and it

More than half of Americans say that ‘having a spouse pro-

can be you!

vide care’ is their plan, yet very few spouses signed up for diaper changes or could adequately care for an aging or sick

The lack of focus on health issues is also ironic because 74% 2

spouse given their own possible health concerns. That burden

of Americans believe that ‘living a healthy lifestyle is the an-

then falls upon the children—61% 1 of which say they ‘don’t

swer’—but living healthy may simply increase longevity and

want to be someone’s caregiver’—which isn’t even practical

that still leaves diseases solely associated with the natural pro-

in today’s typical dual-income lifestyle.

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What's all the fuss about? It’s just about creating a meaningful, loving, and respectful way to exit the way we came in, with the same thoughtful love and attention to our healthcare and well-being. n _________________________ 1

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BEVERLY HILLS REJUVENATION CENTER OPENS IN WESTLAKE VILLAGE

____________________________________ ____________________________________ Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center (BHRC) celebrated the grand opening of its newest location on June 30 in Westlake Village. BHRC was founded in 2005 by Dan Holtz and Devin Haman, long-time fitness enthusiasts and known as ‘wellness experts to the stars’ of Hollywood. Both Dan and Devin attended the Westlake Village event to celebrate the opening of the new med spa location.

With over 21 locations throughout the U.S., BHRC has become one of the premier medical spas in the country. They offer a wide range of beauty and anti-aging services, including Botox, lip fillers, body contouring, skin rejuvenation, hydrafacials, medical-grade peels, laser hair removal, regenerative cell therapy, hormone replacement therapy, weight loss, and more!

BHRC owners Ninglu Sun and Qingqing Su, along with Tiffiny Binstock, the practice manager, look forward to welcoming new clients to their beautiful new med spa located at 968 S. Westlake Boulevard.

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Some Day

By Gayle Barnes Someday I’m going to go on a Safari or ride a horse on the

3. You deserve to happy: Happiness is something we’re all

beach or learn to speak Italian.

entitled to. But many times, happiness is a direct product

When is someday? What does someday look like? Why do we even have to wait for someday? There are no guarantees in life that we will be around when someday

of taking life by the horns and making something happen.

Today should be the day you make something happen. It’s also a good idea to reevaluate your list from time to time.

eventually shows up or even be physically able to do some

4. There’s no refund for lost time: Time is the one thing

of the things on our list. Many put off their someday list for

that you can never get back. Once it’s gone, it’s gone

too long and never get to do these things, so why wait to

for good. The last thing you want to do is to wait 20 years,

enjoy your someday wish list? (Some might call it a bucket

then look back and wonder “what-if?” It’s okay to fail. It’s

list.) There is no time like the present to start chasing those

okay to stumble, but to never take action isn’t something

dreams and goals you want.

you should accept. The longer you wait, the less time you

1. Don’t think you’ll never be “ready”: It’s true—sometimes

have to reach those goals.

and in certain situations, you actually can be “ready.” But

5. Your excuses don’t help: A lack of time, money, resources,

for the majority of things that really matter, the experiences

skills, and knowledge are nothing more than excuses that

and challenges that will change your life, you can’t be

are preventing you from achieving those goals you think

100% ready. And if you keep waiting for that readiness to

you want. If you’re productive and prioritize correctly,

appear, you’ll wait forever, and before you know it, you’ll

you’ll easily find a way to get started on something on

have missed your chance.

your list.

2. Planning is pointless when it’s not followed by action:

Chances are that whatever it is you want to achieve, it’s

You know all those lavish, detailed, calculated plans you’ve been making? They’ll be nothing more than an absolute waste of time if you don’t act on those plans. Isn’t that the whole reason for planning, to actually do something? You’re wasting valuable time by not executing on those plans today.

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going to take some practice and perseverance. But you won’t achieve anything if you don’t take action. And the sooner you take action, the sooner you’ll start enjoying someday. n Source: keithwebb.com/lifehack.org

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The family that opens their hearts and home to these precious pups is in for a lifetime filled with love and loyalty. All pets are spayed/neutered and micro-chipped.

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This gorgeous 4-year-old Shih Tzu is the perfect buddy to love on all day. A home without young children would be best as Matt can be a little temperamental, but he is super affectionate.

If the dogs pictured have been adopted, there are more dogs waiting for a good home. Foxy and the Hounds. foxyandthehounds.org foxyandthehounds@gmail.com

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Things

you can do to be more

POSITIVE

By Irene Marshall Do you have that friend who is always negative and thinks the glass is half empty? Negativity can come in many forms, including cynicism, criticism, whining, attacking, pessimism, discontent, perfectionism, and hyperintensity. All of these behaviors can push people away. If you or someone close to you is always negative, there are ways to help you get out of that negative place.

• Eat healthy foods. Food is fuel. If all you eat is junk, you are going to feel bad.

• Exercise and enjoy all the endorphins that make you feel better inside and out.

• Forgive yourself and move on. Don’t let the past dictate your

People can change their pattern of negative thinking but they

future. Everyone deserves a clean slate. Start fresh and without

have to want to change.

anything weighing you down.

Here are some things you can do to be more positive:

• Get enough sleep. Being overtired can make you cranky.

Sooner or later, you have to catch up on your Zs. • Help others and you will be surprised how good you feel inside.

• Avoid negative self-talk and stay positive, focusing on the good.

• Practice mindfulness, slow down, and enjoy the moment.

• Be more open-minded, expand your boundaries, and push

• Seek professional help; it’s okay to not be okay and ask for help.

yourself to try something new.

• Cultivate gratitude and be appreciative of what you have.

• Do something that makes you smile, like play with your dog, get a pedicure, or go watch a sunset.

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• Surround yourself with positive people. Negativity can suck the life out of you.

• Use words of affirmation to help focus on the positive.

Source: https://www.verywellmind.com

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Walk the Walk for Well-Toned Legs

By Lori Berezin Most of us would love slimmer legs and hips. Who knew it

interesting. Do leg raises behind you to further tone thighs

could be as easy as a walk around the block? Grab a friend

and glutes. Or lift your knees as you walk to feel the burn.

or your friendly pooch and some water and start toning up those lovely legs.

You may want to stay away from squats, which increase

The need for speed

the muscle mass does burn those fat calories well, which

The faster you walk, the more calories you’ll burn. Walking briskly for just 30 minutes to an hour a day helps you trim down

muscle mass more than straight-up cardio exercise, although trims your physique. Walking on an incline can build up your calves and quads, which may run counter to what you’re

in a couple of months. Regularity remains key, as with any

trying to accomplish, but also boosts that fat burn.

fitness regimen. Fortunately, walking is easier on your body

Added benefits

than running or other aerobic exercises. And the muscles you gain from walking help you burn four times the calories as fat, further enhancing your health and appearance.

Feel the burn After a month or so, escalate the intensity of your walk to continue slimming down. Walk up hills, or if using a treadmill, increase the incline. If you’re feeling especially ambitious, add other exercises, such as jumping jacks, to keep things

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The health benefits of walking far exceed mere toning.

According to Harvard Health, walking aerobically not only helps you lose weight, it can lower cholesterol and blood pressure; reduce your risk of diabetes, cancer, and heart disease; and even boost memory by increasing blood flow to your brain. Walking essentially helps you remember to walk. It also encourages your brain to release feel-good endorphins.

All in all, walking offers a win-win situation for trimmer legs and better overall health. n

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Lab Testing

Fillers

IV Drips

Microneedling

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)

PRP Joint Injections

Lasers

PRP Hair Restoration

Ultherapy

Vitamin Shots

CoolSculpting

Acne Management

Facials

NEUROMODULATORS

FILLERS

WHAT ARE NEUROMODULATORS?

Fill in fine lines and wrinkles and replenish lost volume of the under

Botox, Dysport, and Jeuveau are FDA-approved neuromodula-

eyes, cheeks, or lips.

tors which temporarily remove wrinkles from the face and neck.

The most common areas for treatment include the forehead,

WHAT ARE DERMAL FILLERS?

glabella aka frown lines, crow’s feet, areas around the mouth,

Unlike Botox, which relaxes the muscles responsible for for m-

chin, and neck.

ing wrinkles, der mal fillers are injectable gels that diminish the appearance of wrinkles and folds on the face.

Botox can prevent lines from getting etched into the skin. By relaxing facial muscles, it prevents new lines from forming and

Der mal fillers are used to restore volume to areas where

diminishes any existing lines. That’s why it’s common to start

bone, fat, and muscle are diminished. Some common areas

doing preventative Botox in your 20s and 30s.

we treat using filler include the cheeks, under eyes, brows, temples, nasolabial folds, lips, chin, jawline, and hands.

“I started noticing my eleven lines by the time I was 25.I tried baby Botox, and I couldn’t be happier with my results.”

— Michelle, Calabasas, CA

Common fillers used to achieve these results are Juveder m, Restylane, Sculptra, and Radiesse. Our providers will discuss which option is best for you.

Botox to Crow’s Feet Individual Results May Vary Botox to Forehead Individual Results May Vary

Defined lip border with Juvederm filler Individual Results May Vary

Voluma to lift the lid to cheek junction Individual Results May Vary

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FALL Finds

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LADAIRE With an array of strong silhouettes, flirty fits, and unique details updated every season, LADAIRE truly encapsulates the wardrobe of today's modern woman. LADAIRE knows no bounds and beckons women of all ages to experiment and explore fashion within the brand. Boots by Jacob Madani.

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THE KINGDOM The premiere destination for luxury shoes and accessories, carrying new designs straight off the Milan and Paris runways. Whether it’s a beautiful pair of heels, a limited-edition sneaker, or an exclusive handbag, this high-end boutique has something for every fashionista. The Commons at Calabasas 4719 Commons Way, #G, Calabasas 818.912.6990 shopthekingdom.com IG: @shopthekingdom.

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Which Sunscreen should I use, Doc?

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By Anna D. Guanche, MD, FAAD Board-Certified Dermatologist Bella Skin Institute, Calabasas

I

and rub it in. Because of this, I am a pro-

face, neck, chest, and hands for daily

ponent of higher SPFs—to compensate

(office) wear. When out on the beach

for our tendency to apply thinly.

or doing water sports, I use La Roche Posay ™ Anthelios 50 Ultra Light Sun-

t’s been my mantra as a profes-

Sunscreens can either block UV rays

screen fluid for my face and Anthelios

sional to remind everyone to wear

physically or absorb them chemically.

60 melt-in sunscreen milk for my body. I

sunscreen and to stay sun-safe. UV

The physical blockers, zinc oxide (aka

also like Elta MD 50 Waterproof UV Sport.

radiation is a direct cause of DNA

diaper paste) and titanium dioxide, are

I reserve the right to change my mind,

mutations that lead to skin cancer.

particles that coat the skin and reflect,

though. Like many people, and perhaps

You can imagine my surprise when Neu-

refract, and block UV rays. Until recent

even more since I am a dermatologist,

trogena™ voluntarily recalled five aerosol

formulations, they had a greasy feel

I have a basket full of different types

sunscreens last month due to carcinogen

with a white sheen. Recent micronized

of sunscreen products, so I have been

contaminants. I had to take pause for a

formulas are effective yet mattified and

known to switch it up from time to time.

moment. What will I tell my patients now?

sometimes tinted. Chemical sunscreens work by absorbing UV rays, converting

I read up on it. According to the CDC,

them to heat, and releasing them from

Fall is approaching, but California is

benzene is considered a carcinogen

the body. These sunscreens are more

hot and sunny most of the time. Gen-

only when inhaled daily for over a year.

cosmetically elegant, don’t block pores

erally, I recommend an SPF 30 daily

The sunscreens were found to have

or look as pale, are easier to formu-

and 50 to 60 reapplied every two hours

trace amounts of benzene in them not

late into water-resistant products, and

when outdoors. Some sunscreens have

because it was added intentionally as

are more compatible with makeup.

been recalled. Check your cabinets

an ingredient, but as a contaminant

Examples of chemical sunscreens are

to see which. For ease, avoid aerosol

that somehow accidentally made it into

oxyphenone, avobenzone, and benzo-

sunscreens until we know more. Aside

the formula during processing. I was

phenone. Indeed, many sunscreens are

from that, I always say that the best sun-

partially relieved to discover this.

a blend of both physical and chemical

screen for you is the one you will apply

active ingredients.

every day. Stay sun safe, Babies! n

avoidance of aerosol sunscreens for

When choosing a sunscreen, look for

now, recalled or not.

broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protec-

The statements in this article are for general informational purposes only and do not substitute for individual medical advice.

I still recommend sunscreen use, with

tion and fragrance-free (if you tend to A topical sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher is

have skin allergies); noncomedogenic

adequate for sun protection when reap-

(won’t clog pores); oil-free; and para-

plied every two hours, especially when

ben-free formulations. People ask me

swimming or perspiring. For anti-aging

which sunscreen is my favorite. This

purposes, a higher SPF is best. SPF stands

changes frequently based on what

for Sun Protection Factor. If it would take

product formulations are newly devel-

you 10 minutes to get a sunburn with-

oped. For my patients, it depends on

out sunscreen, then it would take 20

whether they have pre-cancers, rosa-

minutes with an SPF of 2 and 100 min-

cea, or eczema; whether they are acne

utes with an SPF of 10 and so on. SPF 30

prone, postmenopausal, or somewhere

blocks nearly 97% of UVB radiation, SPF

in between; whether they like coverage

50 blocks about 98%, and SPF 100 blocks

or not—men generally do not like tinted

about 99%. The difference is not great

as much, while women generally prefer

between the factors once you are past

it; and whether they will be outdoors or

30, except that the MED (minimal ery-

in the water or just working in an office.

thema dose) testing is done with generous, thick coverage of the skin, the likes

I personally use Elta MD ™ Clear, ISDIN ™

of which we don’t see in real life. The

Eryfotona Ageless, Alastin™ Hydratint

truth is we apply a much thinner coat

Pro, and Colorescience™ Flex on my

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PRONOUNS

What’s in a name? Everything.

By Lori Berezin

A few decades ago, we mostly used two main groups of pro-

International Pronouns Day

nouns to describe a person’s identity…“he/him/his” or “she/

This year, October 20, 2021, is International Pronouns Day,

her/hers.” These days, it’s not nearly as simple.

which began in 2018 on the third Wednesday in October. It

A matter of identity Asking the question, “What are your pronouns?” shows respect

pronouns.org to learn about grassroots events and more.

for a person’s identity. It can also be a hard question to pose.

Promote inclusivity

Non-binary, gender-fluid people may see themselves differ-

Remember when women first started using “Ms.” instead of

ently than their biological gender. They might prefer to use

“Mrs.” or “Miss”? They didn’t want their marital status to be

more gender-neutral pronouns such as “they” and “them” or

such a big part of their identity. Today, many people prefer

vary between “him” and “her” depending upon the day.

not to be tagged as one sex or another. The best way to learn

According to mypronouns.org, “the very act of making an assumption can send a potentially harmful message–that people have to look a certain way to demonstrate the gender

is to inquire what pronouns a person prefers. Or start by identifying your own pronouns when first introduced. Get used to the concept that one’s pronouns may not indicate gender.

that they are or are not.” Refusing to use the pronouns an in-

We all yearn to be seen as our true selves. An easy way to

dividual prefers, whether they are gender conforming or non-

indicate your pronouns is in your email signature. Simply write,

conforming; transgender (gender identity other than the sex

Pronouns: He/Him, She/Her, They/Them, etc., beneath your

they were born); pansexual (not limiting sexuality by gender);

name. Educating each other by communicating openly fur-

or non-binary (identifying as neither strictly male or female),

ther shines a light on this timely topic. n

denies their basic human rights.

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8TH ANNUAL

SEPTEMBER 29TH - OCTOBER 3RD 2021 5 Days » VIP Parties » Studio Films Documentaries » Short Films » Filmmakers Student Films » Local Restaurants

The Eigth Annual Calabasas Film Festival showcases major film premieres, student films, documentaries and top quality film selections from all genres that are guaranteed to entertain.

CFF provides the community an opportunity to connect over mutual passions for film and television while enjoying local wines, culinary arts and entertainment.

CFF...where the heart of film lives.

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he streets of Calabasas will be paved with red carpets for a very special weekend this September—the 8th Annual Calabasas Film Festival (CFF). Join our fab-

ulous community as many of Calabasas’ most talented residents join forces for this must-attend, five-day, fun-filled event, complete with hand-selected film premieres and lively, catered cocktail hours and after-parties. Created as a nonprofit platform for avid movie-goers, studio executives, and key players in the entertainment industry, CFF celebrates all things film by showcasing a mix of award-winning features, documentaries, and shorts. Sisters and festival co-directors Kelley and Nicole Fries are dedicated to delivering an unforgettable festival experience by sparking conversations and captivating their guests. They credit their continuous success to their talented staff, volunteers, and board and the incredible support of the passionate residents of their headquarters in Calabasas—“where the heart of film lives.” With so many wildly talented neighbors working in the entertainment industry, the Fries sisters have taken advantage of the opportunity to bring together like-minded individuals and filmgoers within the community to connect over mutual passions for film and television. The innovative founders experimented with exciting pop-up events throughout the year to keep awareness and momentum strong, continuing to expand the brilliant future of their festival.

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makers, and inspiring film lovers, the Calabasas Film Festival traditionally dedicates its last day to honor, educate, and empower the future of the industry—local high school students who have submitted their films for judging by a panel of movie industry personnel. CFF firmly believes in the importance of keeping film alive within the education system by providing future directors, producers, and writers a path to accomplish their dreams and share their stories. With new sponsors and a fresh film lineup, this year is sure to be one for the books. Visit calabasasfilmfestival.com for more information. n

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SUN SETS CONCERT SERIES AT CALABASAS LAKE

____________________________________ ____________________________________ Photography by Melissa Westervelt The Sunday Sun Sets Concert Series at Calabasas Lake resumed this year on July 18. Music lovers had the opportunity to enjoy Stone Soul, who performed the best of Motown with songs from James Brown, Stevie Wonder, the Temptations, and more.

Located on the Calabasas Lake Greenbelt adjacent to the Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center, the private Calabasas Lake is open to the public only during city concerts. In addition to this concert, residents enjoyed the August 8 concert, Yachty by Nature, with the finest groovy, soft, yacht-rock tunes from artists like Michael McDonald, Boz Scaggs, Steely Dan, and Toto, and the August 29 concert featuring Cash, The Killer, and The King for a rock 'n' roll tribute to the music of Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Elvis Presley.

The Sun Sets Concerts are presented by the City of Calabasas and co-sponsored by the Calabasas Park Homeowners Association.

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Don'tWait A Message for the High Holy Days

By Rabbi Paul Kipnes

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Congregation Or Ami, Calabasas eet 88-year-old Murray, an astounding

Yet, Murray wasn’t destined to remain in that circum-

man. Quiet, sometimes reserved, Mur-

scribed life too long. He joined the ar my, serving on bas-

ray became my father-in-law 31 years

es in New Jersey, Texas, and Washington. The ar my was

ago, when God softly whispered to me,

his ticket out into the greater world that he couldn’t

“Don’t wait.” I confess I didn’t appreci-

wait to see. There, as a medic, he first lear ned to drive—

ate him fully until recently.

would you believe, practicing in ambulances.

Murray grew up in Brooklyn as the only child of a father

Then, on a weekend trip to Los Angeles, he was intro-

who died so young that Murray has few memories of him,

duced to Teri. Teri quickly became his girlfriend, and

and a mother, Ethel, who had the incredible strength to

when he retur ned to his base, they wrote letters every

clean floors to make a living and keep a roof over their

day. To read their letters is to witness a love story that

heads. His family had so little that on a trip to revisit the

wouldn’t wait. They made plans…until their next letter…

Brooklyn of his childhood, he told us he needed only to

until their next visit. How’d it tur n out? Together they

visit a few places as his family never had the means to

raised three children, who made them grandparents

go anywhere that far from their home.

five times over.

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As Teri’s world shrunk—first from agoraphobia, a perva-

marveled at the views. And then he called down to us

sive anxiety disorder, and later from multiple sclerosis—

to join him at the top. When we wanted to kvetch (com-

Murray simultaneously took care of her and found ways

plain), he continued to kvell (praise). Why?

to explore the world around him. On days when Teri’s discomfort kept her home, Murray was both by her side

Somewhere over the course of his 88 years, Murray made

and out in the world. He did the grocery shopping and

a choice. Instead of succumbing to the sadness of lim-

the driving yet followed her lead. Or rather, she took the

itations and loss, he chose hope and the promise of a

lead, and he just followed. Over the years, they teamed

new day. He refused to stop and wait for things to get

up to share responsibility for their retail craft store, Arts N

better.

Crafts N Things, in Orange County.

Unetaneh tokef, the stirring prayer synagogues will sing As Teri’s MS progressed, from needing a walker to be-

on the High Holy Days about who shall live and who shall

ing confined to a wheelchair, Murray was by her side

die, propels us to follow Murray’s lead. It says that in

at every point. Together, they transitioned through vari-

the face of all the challenges in life—broken relation-

ous stages of her illness, always sharing an abiding love.

ships, illness, financial stress, death, loss—don’t stop to

Teri insisted that Murray not wait behind. She told him to

wait for it all to get better. Instead, do teshuva, tefilah,

keep going: keep deep sea fishing, keep up as a Cen-

and tzedakah: Repair your relationships. Build up your

tury City realtor, keep shooting photos at the zoo and at

spiritual core strength. Give to others to lift them up.

Descanso Gardens, keep exploring his love for nature’s beauty.

Or as Murray taught us in Italy and taught our family throughout his life: It means “don’t wait.”

For some, life might shrink and expand; for them, life expanded and sometimes shrunk. But this once-poor Brooklyn boy kept going. He didn’t wait for everything to fall per fectly into place. He adapted to new circumstances, living and loving as best he could.

Don’t wait—to say “I love you.”

Don’t wait—to say “I’m sorry.”

Don’t wait—to climb out of the cesspool into which you might have descended.

And then, Teri died.

Don’t wait!

Sometimes widowers shut down, closing themselves

You’ve been given a gift, as Murray shows us. It’s called

off. But not Murray. Heartbroken though he was, Mur-

“your life.” You only get one. Don’t waste it by waiting.

ray fell back into the healthy habits he developed over

Instead, redirect your life so that you can celebrate it.

the years. He continued to take walks. He continued to hang out with a group of guys for breakfast. He con-

After a particularly long day in Rome, as we shared

tinued sharing life with his children. He doubled down

a glass of wine over dinner, our teacher, Reb Murray,

on his photography, a hobby he picked up later in life,

waxed philosophical. Reviewing the pictures he had

which energized him.

taken, this Brooklyn boy—who hadn’t been on a plane in over six years—exclaimed in wonder, “It’s a miracle!

Soon after his beloved died, Murray accepted an invita-

Maybe I’m already in heaven. I’ve got three wonder ful

tion to join his daughter Michelle and me and 28 others

kids and five beautiful grandkids. I had 60 years waking

on Congregation Or Ami’s trip to Italy. We wanted to

up next to my beloved wife, Teri. I’ve got my health. I

stay by his side, and we hoped that on the trip he would

get to travel. God did a good job. God shared goodness

find some comfort. But what happened was amazing,

with me. Maybe this is a sample of heaven.”

beyond our wildest dreams.

This from a man who buried his wife just six weeks before.

We were a group of empty nesters, all experienced travelers, and as we made our way through Italy, Murray

Amar Reb Murray. Reb Murray teaches: Count your bless-

emerged as our rock and our inspiration. When the early

ings. Repair your relationships. Live a life of kindness.

mor nings and long bus trips began to fray our nerves, he remained patient and resolute. When walking over city

The High Holy Days are coming. There’s work to be done.

cobblestones tired us out, he kept going, motivated by the desire to capture every new sight on his camera.

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Style

The Final Touch Means so Much

By Maya Williams As I scroll through Instagram, often what

when I would do an accessory presenta-

ings that you can float on a shelf. If you

catches my eye in that fleeting moment

tion after presenting the main design where

collect one-of-a-kind items, by all means

and makes me stop to admire is atten-

we would go over all the accents, but no

show them off. If you’ve been reading my

tion to detail. Even in a split second, the

longer. I now opt for a cleaner look over a

column, you know by now that I gravitate

care and detail someone has put into

mélange of items just to fill up a space. A

to custom, handmade, and hand-craft-

their space breaks through the clutter and

huge pet peeve of mine is when a room is

ed items. Handmade items give texture

makes a strong impression. It may not be

designed in a way that feels like too much

and depth to a space, not to mention

obvious at first glance, but when a room

effort went into filling every nook. The secret

they are special and unique to you.

is finished off with perfect styling, it makes

is selecting key pieces that really stand out.

all the difference in the world. Sometimes

Instead of spending the same amount of

If you are going for a minimal look, incor-

during installations and photo shoots, we

money on dozens of little tchotchkes, put

porate a couple of large-scale items that

designers even bring a stylist onboard to

the investment towards just a few special

are impactful.

make sure every flower petal is in place,

items. Once you have those meaningful

every wrinkle is ironed, and every book

beauties, be sure to showcase them prop-

If you are layering items, mix shapes and

is angled just right. Of course, you don’t

erly. Placement and layering are key. Here

sizes.

have to be that meticulous with your own

are some tips to achieve that.

home, but I wanted to provide some

On that note, you can also mix materi-

great styling tips that will elevate your

First, make sure the pieces you select are in-

als—stone, glass, wood, ceramic, parch-

room from good to picture-perfect.

teresting and eye-catching. Look for the

ment, faux leather—just don’t overdo it

following: interesting boxes, trays, vases,

with mixing the golds and silvers.

With the current focus on a contemporary

bowls, sculptures of any size, candy/nut

lifestyle, when I design homes, I don’t over-

dishes, book-display holders, bookends,

Books add a beautiful warmth to a room,

do it with accessories. There was a time

glassware, decanters, and small paint-

but if you are using them to style, use big,

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beautiful

hard-

room is modern) next to a stunning can-

backs or vintage

The cocktail table

dle. And make sure your tissue holders and

books that have so

is maybe the one

soap/lotion dispensers coordinate. I’m not

place where I make an

talking about the matching set from BB&B,

much character they say pick me up! And whatever you do, don’t color match your books or turn your book spines in—that is a Maya no-no.

exception for more than

but that they coordinate well together.

a few items. I treat it almost like a curio box and add things

Last but not least, here are the essentials on

that are special and precious. The num-

entries. The first impression starts at the front

ber-one rule is varying heights. Layer items

door. This is where you place the flowers,

With your selections, opt for one color pal-

on top of one another into groupings. For

and not just your ordinary grocery store

ette, such as varying colors of gray and

instance, one grouping can be two big

bouquets. Get something unique, or if

black or light-toned neutrals or a palette

books with a bowl on top that has stone

you’ve cut a few long stems or branches

that compliments your space, but always

beads in it, and another grouping is a

from your yard, even better. Bring them

have one item that has an unexpected

tray with a sculpture you snapped up on

in. Put them in a smashing bold vase and

punch of color—a color that really stands

your last vacation with a vintage candy

enjoy. That’s why you grow them. n

out in your room. You’ll never get over how

dish and a hurricane. And those grouping

many people will give it a compliment.

are flanked between a gorgeous vase of greens. A 48x24 cocktail table can han-

Blow the lid off on coffee tables and

dle two groupings; a 52x30 cocktail table

etagere styling. With bookcases or etag-

can handle three; and for big coffee ta-

eres, use one key piece for each shelf

bles, bring it on!

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and then layer a few nice hardbacks or antique books into the mix. And top that

Here’s the dish on bedside and bath styl-

book off with an interesting little item. You

ing—for bedside tables, for the ladies, I

don’t need to cover the entire shelf. Re-

love doing special little pieces on trays,

member, you are highlighting key pieces.

like a medium vase with one gorgeous

For a more modern feel, place the ob-

frame and glass ring box or ring-holder

jects only in the center of the shelf; this will

bowl or a beautiful candle. For the gents,

give a dynamic pop of symmetry. For a

typically a handsome box sitting on a

more casual look, place your items wher-

cool book is just right.

ever you’d like, but mix the sizes in each grouping. Think two small, one medium,

The powder room is my favorite! Try linen

and one large. For instance, a tall jar with

towels on a tray with a sensational bottle of

a medium frame and small box on top of

perfume (your guests feel so special) and a

a couple of books.

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COZY FALL IDEAS

By Gayle Barnes

at Home

Fall is all about enjoying everything from pumpkins and

Books to Read

flowers to good books by the fire. It’s simple to create

It is the perfect time of year

the cozy indoor setting of your Pinterest dreams and

to create a space and

make your surroundings look and feel as enchanting

mood conducive to getting

and homey as the season.

lost in the words of a great read. Why not enjoy the simple pleasures, slow down, and give yourself permission to relax and enjoy that book you’ve been wanting to read for a while?

Fall Flowers & Plants We love our traditions; festive pumpkins, flowers, and foliage are sure to get you in the autumn mood. Choose from a multitude of rich colors while designing arrangements and bouquets. Decorate with a few orange–or even white–pumpkins to elevate your décor to a new level.

Snuggly Couch Throws There is nothing like snuggling up with a cozy couch throw at the end of the day. We use them to drape over our couches for a causal, decorated look and swap them out seasonally–with deep rich brown, taupe, or cream in a thicker, fuzzier fabric to complete a comfy fall vibe.

Scented Candles Scented candles trigger memories we associate with warmth, love, and most importantly, home. Candles help us set a mood, with chosen scents such as cinnamon, pumpkin, or vanilla having a lasting, positive effect on our mood and well-being.

Pumpkin Spice Lattes Pumpkin spice lattes usually mix warming spices like ginger, cinnamon, allspice, cardamom, clove, and sometimes lemon peel. When you're sipping one, you're really stimulating your amygdala–the part of your brain that links pumpkin spice to pleasant memories.

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club life Men’s Club Hosts the Red, White, & Blue Tournament

The Calabasas Men’s Club hosted the Red, White, and Blue Tournament on Saturday, June 26. The tournament featured three teams of 40 players each and followed an ABCD Better Ball–2 best balls per hole–per team format. Members of the winning team each received $120 credit to the golf shop, and the runner-up team members each received $40 credit.

Fitness Center Increases Capacity and New Classes

Despite the fact that the Club has resumed wearing masks for all in-door activities, members continue to love the classes, personalized training, and individual workouts at the Club. Classes include AM Bootcamp, AM Strong, AM HIIT Circuit, Yoga Sculpt, spin, and Indoor Mat Pilates. The Club also received one of the only state-of-the-art FIT 3D body scanning machines in the Western U.S.–the new standard in gym assessment technology used to help create personalized, focused workouts for targeted areas of your body!

For information, please visit calabasasgolf.com General Information: 818.222.8111 | info@calabasasgolf.com

At Calabasas Country Club CCC Hosts Mini Nine & Wine Event

The Club hosted the Couples Mini 9-Hole tournament and dinner on Friday, July 23. Couples had a great late afternoon round of golf, playing the tournament in a Scramble Best Ball format with handicaps. The sold-out event was followed by a great cocktail reception and dinner. The first-place prize was awarded to Laura Klapper and Gary Brown, followed by Wayne and Roberta Colmer who organized the event.

Ladies Club Hosts their Club Championship Tournament

The Calabasas Ladies Club hosted their Club Championship Tournament on June 22, 24, and 29. The 3-day tournament was a stroke play event where all participants were paired by handicaps and played all 54 holes. Gross & net prizes were awarded, with first place going to Irene Potts. The women’s team also posed for a team photo on August 5 to commemorate their end of season game.

Planning your private or corporate event or have membership questions?

Contact Joey Hotaki, Member Services 818-444-5551 Jhotaki@calabasasgolf.com

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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT PROSTATE CANCER What is prostate cancer?

Prostate cancer develops in the prostate, a small wal-

What are the symptoms of prostate cancer?

nut-shaped gland that’s part of a man’s reproductive

Early-stage prostate cancer rarely causes symptoms.

system. The prostate gland makes fluid that mixes with se-

The problems may occur as the disease progresses:

men during ejaculation to help protect sperm and keeps it

• Frequent, sometimes urgent need to urinate, especially at night

healthy for conception and pregnancy.

• Weak urine flow or flow that starts and stops

How common is prostate cancer?

• Painful urination (dysuria) • Fecal (bowel) incontinence

About one in eight men will receive a prostate cancer di-

• Painful ejaculation and erectile dysfunction (ED)

agnosis during his lifetime. Prostate cancer is second only to

• Blood in semen (hematospermia) or urine

skin cancer as the most common cancer affecting males.

• Lower-back pain, hip pain, and chest pain

Close to 200,000 American men receive a diagnosis of pros-

• Leg or feet numbness

tate cancer every year. There are many successful treatments—and some men don’t need treatment at all. Still, approximately 33,000 men die from the disease every year.

Who might have prostate cancer?

Are prostate problems always a sign of prostate cancer ?

Not all growths in the prostate are cancerous, and not all prostate problems indicate cancer. Screenings are the most

Men over the age of 55 are more prone to the disease. Your

effective way to catch prostate cancer early. If you are at

chances of developing prostate cancer increase as you

average cancer risk, you’ll probably have your first prostate

age. In fact, 60% of prostate cancers occur in men over the

screening at age 55. Your healthcare provider may start test-

age of 65. Other risk factors include ethnicity (black men

ing earlier if you have a family history of the disease or are ex-

have the highest risk) and family history of prostate cancer,

periencing symptoms. The good news is that with early detec-

obesity, and smoking.

tion and treatment, most prostate cancer is highly curable. n

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SPOTLIGHT:

Dr. Robert Princenthal

RadNet’s Prostate MRI Program, Dr. Prin-

explains, “prostate MRI plus PSA screening,

centhal has been instrumental in estab-

in order to optimize early detection.”

NORMALIZING THE MAN-O-GRAM

lishing one of the first dedicated prostate

Did you know that prostate cancer is the

technologies, including prostate MRI.

second most common cancer in men?

According to the American Cancer Society, one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime.

Currently, prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in American men, and yet, success rates for prostate cancer are actually higher than

programs in a radiology practice in the United States. This program includes some of the most advanced cancer-detecting

Princenthal, RadNet launched its new TULease at Liberty Pacific Advanced Imaging

have become empowered to improve

West Hills. TULSA-PRO, transurethral prostate

the way breast cancer care is provided.

ablation, is an incision-free therapy, com-

The parallels between prostate cancer in

pleted under real-time MRI surveillance

men and breast cancer in women are re-

and is designed to provide a customiza-

markably similar.”

ble, predictable, radiation-free thermal

his co-director, Dr. Martin Cohen, the RadNet

accurate and early diagnosis of cancer

Arizona. Also under the guidance of Dr. SA-PRO treatment program for prostate dis-

and treated early.

perience, and he has seen first-hand how

has expanded to its centers in Phoenix,

women,” Dr. Princenthal says. “Women

Under the stewardship of Dr. Princenthal and

radiologist with more than 25 years of ex-

Prostate Program in California, RadNet

“Men need to learn how to fight like

many other types of cancer if detected

Dr. Robert Princenthal is a board-certified

In addition to providing an extensive

Prostate Program has performed more pros-

ultrasound ablation of a defined prostate volume. For more information visit us at prostate.radnet.com.

tate MRI exams than any group in the coun-

Dr. Princenthal reminds us that “the

try, with a level of accuracy that meets or

ability of evidence-based medicine

exceeds top academic centers worldwide.

to accurately screen, stage, and treat

can make a tremendous difference in

What is essential for men is what Dr. Prin-

patient outcomes. As medical director for

centhal calls the “man-o-gram,” or as he

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— Cancer Support Community Provides Just That —

Cancer Support & Community patient,

as

well

as

family

and

caregivers.

Specifically

for

prostate

cancer,

there are monthly support groups for the patients/survivors and other networking

groups

that

include

spouses and family members that open a dialog about the symptoms, side effects of treatment, and impact

on

relationships.

Other

groups may be cancer specific or have members with various cancers. Also offered are groups for

caregivers,

families,

young

adults, bereavement, a kid’s circle, and groups in Spanish. All groups at CSCVVSB are facilitated by mental health professionals and are free of charge for participants due to the financial support of donors, foundations,

W

ith few, if any, symptoms during early stages, prostate cancer can advance without detection, with a diagnosis affecting one in eight men and killing one in 41 men each

year. Screening and early detection is essential, leading to effective management. Men with a family history of prostate cancer or BRCA 1 or 2 gene mutations and African American men are most vulnerable.

Board Chair Phil Dipaola and his wife, Marilynn, have managed his cancer for over 11 years. Diagnosed in 2010, with the guidance of oncologists specializing in prostate cancer and the support groups at the Cancer Support Community Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara (CSCVVSB), the Dipaolas have continued to enjoy their lives with family and friends. Fortunately, the Dipaolas were familiar with CSCVVSB, both as volunteers and supporters prior to his diagnosis. They knew exactly where to go for resources and support. Support groups at CSCVVSB offer caring, camaraderie, compassion, and insight for the cancer

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corporations,

and

fundraising events.

CSCVVSB meditation,

also etc.)

provides and

lifestyle

cancer

programs

education

(yoga,

workshops

that bring the whole community together and promote knowledgeable and power ful patient advocacy. CSCVVSB believes “community is stronger than cancer.”

“The Cancer Support Community has been a key factor in my cancer survival,” says Phil Dipaola. “It has helped us gain a clearer perspective as to where cancer fits into our lives.” Marilynn Dipaola adds, “Speaking with people in the support group who had already experienced what we were going through helped to calm the fears and anxiety that often arise after a diagnosis of cancer.”

CSCVVSB’s September calendar includes education and events: Comedy Night, Chronic Blood Cancer, Prostate Cancer Workshop, Gynecological Cancer Workshop, and the annual Celebration of Hope virtual gala. For more information: CancerSupportVVSB.org or 805.379.4777. n

WEST HILLS HOSPITAL DAISY AWARD West Hills Hospital and Medical Center recently honored registered nurse Erika Green with the prestigious DAISY Award. This award recognizes extraordinary nurses who make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families. Erika was nominated by a patient admitted to the ER suffering numbness in his arms and legs, frightened he was having a stroke with a history of strokes. She made him feel safe and answered questions to ease his anxiety. The patient is extremely grateful for her kind heart and unmatched care. For more information about West Hills Hospital, visit westhillshospital.com.

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Committed to patient care and service

Photograph by Marvin Steindler

Courtyard Pharmacy

By Lori Berezin

Greta Goldshtein and Courtyard Pharmacy have been part

While the COVID-19 variants present growing health con-

of the Calabasas community since 2019 and have been

cerns, having a robust understanding of health status is

gaining a following for their commitment to patient care

crucial. Courtyard makes this easy with its customized, in-

and service that goes beyond the ordinary. The commu-

depth health and wellness consultations that are covered

nity witnessed this directly when the Pfizer-BioNTech vac-

by insurance. According to Goldshtein, "Advanced Prac-

cine was extended to young teens. Teens and their par-

tice Pharmacists provide a unique blend of skills and ser-

ents flocked in droves to Courtyard Pharmacy, who have

vices that go deep into your entire health picture." She tells

administered over 3,000 vaccine doses to date, and they

us that her patients tell her details and specifics of their

continue their mission to get shots in arms.

medicines, supplements, and daily health "worries" that they often don't even share with their doctors because

Goldshtein's clients refer to her as their local resource for

they forget. "Most people go to their doctors when they are

all things health and wellness, so it was no surprise when

sick or have a specific problem,” says Goldshtein. “We fo-

she quickly emerged as a neighborhood guide to keep us

cus on conversation, consultation, and creating an action

safe throughout the COVID pandemic. In an effort to vacci-

plan." Goldshtein is positioning Courtyard to be "partners in

nate quickly and efficiently, Goldshtein partnered with Cal-

health” with its clients.

abasas pediatrician Dr. Tanya Altmann and the Viewpoint School community to organize large immunization clinics to

Courtyard Pharmacy

get the tweens vaccinated. She has emerged as a point

23693 B Calabasas Rd.

person for helping the community deal with COVID-19 and

Calabasas

continues to offer vaccines, testing, and consultation ser-

818.403.3072

vices for local families.

courtyardpharmacy.com

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so cal sinus

By Lori Berezin

T

his year many of us are still home more than we used to be, and we are still trying to get outside for fresh air and to exercise.

Yet that can wreak havoc on our allergies and sinuses.

Dr. Alen N. Cohen, MD, FACS, FARS, Director and Founder of

the Souther n Califor nia Sinus Institute in West Hills helps patients maintain sinus health whatever the circumstances. “We’re having another year with very high pollen counts due to the beautiful spring we had,” explains Dr. Cohen. When allergies act up, the nasal passages and sinuses swell, causing severe congestion. If the mucus can’t drain out of the sinuses, then infection, postnasal drip, cough, sinus pain, and pressure may develop.”

The Souther n Califor nia Sinus Institute and Dr. Cohen specialize in minimally invasive office-based and outpatient surgical procedures to relieve seasonal and chronic allergies, nasal and sinus obstruction, recurrent sinus infections, and sinus headaches. They treat a variety of nasal conditions from deviated

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Helping patients with chronic sinus and nasal issues

septum to chronic sinusitis and nasal polyps. Dr. Alen Cohen recommends a variety of treatments for environmental allergies and sinusitis, including sinus rinses or saline sprays to help clear allergens or irritants in the nose and sinuses. He also suggests sprays, including Flonase ® , Nasacort ® , and Astelin ® ; decongestants, such as Sudafed ® ; or antihistamines, including Claritin ® , Zyrtec ® , and Allegra ® . Some patients may also require oral antibiotics or oral steroids to alleviate any infection or inflammation.

Those suffering from more than three or four sinus attacks per year or symptoms lasting over two to three months may benefit from a quick 30-minute in-office Balloon Sinuplasty ® procedure. Chronic sinusitis can usually be handled in the doctor’s office under local anaesthesia. More-advanced cases may require a short outpatient surgical procedure. Either way, Dr. Cohen can resolve your nose and sinus issues per manently.

As a board-certified otolaryngologist/ENT surgeon who primarily specializes in r hinology (nose and sinus disorders), Dr. Cohen is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and the American Rhinologic Society (FARS). Dr. Cohen is Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery at UCLA, a Los Angeles Magazine Super Doctor since 2013, and a Castle-Connelly Nationwide Top Doctor since 2017. He is also CEO and founder of the prestigious C/V ENT Surgical Group, with offices in Encino and West Hills.

One of only a dozen nationwide-designated Sinus Centers of Excellence, Dr. Cohen trains other ENT doctors in the art of in-office Balloon Sinuplasty ™.

The Southern California Sinus Institute offers the full range of sinus care from blood allergy testing to sinus CT scans and treatments. Dr. Cohen has performed more sinus balloon procedures than anyone in Los Angeles. These require virtually minimal recovery time so patients can breathe easy knowing the health of their nose is in excellent hands. n

Alen N. Cohen, MD, FACS, FARS Southern California Sinus Institute 7345 Medical Center Dr., #510 West Hills

We’re having another year with very high pollen counts due to the beautiful spring we had,

818.888.7878 socalsinus.com

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HELPING PARENTS RECOGNIZE CELIAC DISEASE IN THEIR CHILDREN

By Suzan Rude When I was a working mom with two children in school

My daughter was officially diagnosed on her 21st birthday

and a job that required a bit of a commute - juggling a lot

(tequila is usually gluten free!). Within four years of her di-

of things was simpler when I followed a morning routine. I

agnosis, she worked her way through her master’s degree

was lucky when it came to making lunches because my

in a typical beer-based college environment, grew over an

children enjoyed a fairly small repeating pattern. What I

inch taller, learned to cook “safe” foods, and completed

didn’t know is that the pita chips and hummus or cute mini

two trips to Europe and five business trips within the U.S.

sandwiches that I made regularly were making my daugh-

Even with an iron grip on her diet, she still suffers from ane-

ter sick. In fact, when she would sporadically complain of

mia and somewhat routine stomach “discomfort”—which is

a “sore tummy,” I would often follow the old advice of “tea

apparently her new normal.

and toast”—unaware that by giving her basic breadstuffs, I was making things worse.

Even in special-diet-tolerant California, it can be a challenge to attend social gatherings and eat outside of the

Celiac disease (CD) is basically an inability to properly pro-

house. CD patients need to stress that their request for

cess gluten—which is found in wheat, barley, rye, and other

gluten-free food/drink is not due to the latest fad diet—

grains. Physical symptoms of CD can range from acute stomach pain to bouts of diarrhea. CD can both retard development of a growing child and cause physical damage to the internal digestive system.

and their food cannot come into contact with anything that contains gluten. CD patients pay about 20% more for groceries. (Also, gluten-free bread is expensive, prone to breaking apart, and, well, often weird.)

So, basically, by following my easy-

To have their best health, CD patients

peasy school lunch routine, I was

always need to “plan and protect”.

essentially harming my child. BUT—

Eating out may be a risk, but danger

knowledge is power. Since my daugh-

lurks in other areas as well. Medications

ter was diagnosed, she has adopted a gluten-free diet and has become stronger.

are NOT required to indicate if they contain gluten. We have encountered pharmacists that didn’t know if the meds they were giving out were “safe” for Celiac.

It is valuable to know that CD can be somewhat silent as it goes about causing internal damage. Symptoms

The CDF is part of a group trying to get legislation passed to require gluten labeling on prescription drugs.

are often uneven or simply easy to attribute to a “bug” or, nerves, or too much candy.

Even medical professionals are sometimes unaware of CD. Twice my daughter was offered “regular” crackers after a

• It takes an average of four years to be correctly diag-

procedure even though her hospital wrist band and chart

nosed with CD.

both clearly stated NO GLUTEN.

• The CD Foundation (CDF) estimates that there are over 3 million people with CD in the United States—and fewer than

Right now, CD is not curable.

40% of people with CD are diagnosed.

Patients can only mitigate symp-

• CD puts people at a higher risk of death than other afflic-

toms and hopefully limit damage

tions such as non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, liver disease, pneu-

from gluten exposure by follow-

monia, and small-bowel cancer.

ing a restricted diet. For more information, visit celiac.org. n

Ultimately, there are a lot of people missing school and work, feeling sick, spending time at doctors, and wasting time and

Mom, career coach, published

money wondering why they are not feeling their best.

author, and celiac supporter. Focused on "finding the fun."

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By Kaylie Carafelli

Changing Your View:

Caring Calabasas Seniors

By Kaylie Carafelli

The Caring Calabasas Club (CCC) is

tion project, collaborating with many

The Caring Calabasas Club is a service

known for doing myriad acts of kind-

members, friends, and family members

club at the Calabasas Senior Center

ness for their community. Recently, the

affiliated with the Calabasas Senior

that

club organized a month-long event

Center. Ryan Tse, a senior at Calaba-

charitable contributions in the form

via the Malibu Lions Club to collect

sas High School, volunteered his time

of collecting goods, crafting need-

and donate eyeglasses for those who

to count the glasses, finding the major-

ed items, and doing other charitable

are visually impaired and financially

ity in good condition.

work. It provides a vehicle of social in-

unable to purchase eyeglasses. The fi-

engages

seniors

in

providing

teraction on a meaningful level. Club

nal donation count was 1,086 pairs of

The Malibu Lions Club was overwhelmed

members choose worthy, established

eyeglasses.

with the gratitude by the generous

charities with which to network, creat-

donations. President Randa Ballout

ing potential for a multigenerational,

According to Karen Nebel, the project

and Treasurer and Director of Special

kinder, cooperative community. The

point person, "It truly took a village to

Projects Amin Ballout happily drove

club is open to like-minded individuals;

hold such a successful event." Carol

to Calabasas to gather the donations

no special skill is required—only a de-

Davis, leader of the CCC, provided

and begin the process of getting them

sire to contribute time and talent while

guidance and support for the collec-

to those in need.

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Ask the

Pharmacist Q A

Can getting a flu shot help protect me against COVID-19?

Something that medical professionals have continually emphasized since the onset of the current pandemic is that COVID-19 and the flu are not the same

illness. Although they may share a few similar symptoms— such as coughing, fever, and fatigue—they are caused by different viruses. However, the flu shot may provide as much protection against coronavirus as it does against the flu.

Over the last decade, the flu shot has been anywhere from 20% to 60% effective against the flu, depending on the year.

Researchers in the Netherlands found that hospital employees who received last season’s influenza vaccine were 39% less likely to get infected with coronavirus than their colleagues who did not get the flu shot. It might seem odd that a vaccine designed to protect against one virus would work against another, but a growing body of research shows that it can through a process called “trained innate immunity.”

Vaccines typically work by stimulating the adaptive immune system. This is the part of the immune system that makes antibodies that target specific germs. But recent studies have found that some vaccines also boost innate immunity. This is the part of the immune system that is less specific. It can fight off many kinds of infections. In a separate study, researchers in Italy also found that the flu vaccine is linked to coronavirus protection. They reported in the journal Vaccines that COVID-19 rates were lower in areas of the country where higher percentages of seniors got the flu shot.

Another study at the University of Florida found that people who got the flu shot were nearly two-and-a-half times less likely to be hospitalized for COVID-19.

I am not suggesting you get the flu shot to shield yourself from COVID-19; get your COVID-19 vaccine. Get your annual flu shot to protect yourself from the flu. It just may boost your COVID-19 immunity until a booster is available.

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Guiding Young Patients With Eating Disorders Towards

RECOVERY

By Lori Berezin Leslie A. Kaplan, MD, CEDS (Certified Eating Disorder Spe-

prehensive office visits and constructive conversations af-

cialist), helps adolescents and young adults overcome

terwards with patients, their families, and other providers

eating disorders. Utilizing two decades of experience in

involved in their care.

various clinical settings, Dr. Kaplan joined the Calabasas Pediatrics Wellness Center to assist young people in the

Providing expert care in a nonjudgmental, tranquil envi-

clutches of eating disorders become their best selves.

ronment, the compassionate doctor also focuses on her patients’ unique medical needs. “Although eating dis-

“Helping patients navigate their recovery process is the

orders are primarily psychological, they can affect just

most professionally rewarding endeavor I can think of,”

about every organ system,” notes Dr. Kaplan. She helps

says Dr. Kaplan. “During my medical training and early ca-

patients and families struggling with these issues under-

reer, I became fascinated with the complex interactions

stand how eating disorders affect both mind and body

between biological, psychological, and societal factors

and how important it is to view all their medical conditions

at play in eating disorders. I continue to be intrigued by

through this lens.

the infinite ways nutrition and malnutrition can affect one’s physiology.”

Although the path may be long, involving myriad steps forward and back, Dr. Kaplan emphasizes that eating dis-

After noticing a lack of community medical providers

orders can be cured. Most im-

versed in the care of eating disorders, Dr. Kaplan started

portantly, she fills her young pa-

her own private practice in this field. She truly appreciates

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Leslie Kaplan, MD, CEDS

young enough that providers, such as herself, can have

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a meaningful impact on their lives. “Because my practice

Wellness Center

doesn’t operate on the traditional insurance-based mod-

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Pediatrician

Back-to-School and Stay-in-School Checklist

By Dr. Tanya Altmann and Dr. Catherine Pourdavoud As this sort-of-normal summer ends, it’s time to start prepping kids to go back to school. But getting ready is about more than just new sneakers, a cool mask, and school supplies. To help make sure your kids are on track for a healthy and happy school year, check out this back-to-school checklist.

1. Sleep Since kids stay up later during the summer, it’s now time to start moving bedtime earlier by 15 minutes every few days until you hit the bedtime for school. All kids need at least 10 hours of sleep (tweens and teens too!). Sleep is important for a growing body and learning brain. Three days before school, set the alarm, wake your kids up lovingly, and practice that morning routine.

body weight. Backpacks need padded straps and should be carried on both shoulders. Rolling backpacks don’t always fit in lockers and can be heavy to carry up stairs.

6. Stress Back to school can be a stressful time for everyone, especially since we are still in a pandemic. Talk to your kids about any concerns they may have. Re-introduce them to old friends and encourage them to make new friends, too. A few days before school starts, go to the school together and walk around (if possible), so they are more comfortable on that first day.

7. Study Start working on the summer “brain drain” and have your kids read a book or study something fun, like the history of their favorite sports team. Get their brains back to thinking and learning. Clean and organize so they have a set space to do

2. Sugar and snacks

homework and study in quiet, without distractions.

During the summer (and the pandemic), everyone has been

8. Stay home when sick

eating more sugary, colorful, “fun” foods, but on school days, decrease sugar and artificial colors and feed your kids a healthy and protein-rich breakfast of eggs, dairy products, or nut butters on whole-grain bread. Protein-rich foods help kids focus at school and keep them full and energized longer.

Pack healthy snacks and a refillable water bottle too.

3. Screens During COVID and summer, screen time has increased. In addition to classes and activities being online, many binge watch Netflix or viral videos. Decide as a family what your screen-time rules are going to be. Some families use one to two hours a night—the official American Academy of Pediatrics maximum recommendation for recreational screen time a day. Most importantly, keep screen-free zones in your house—like the kitchen table and bedrooms. Also have a media curfew, which means an hour before bedtime all screens turn off and charge in a central location.

4. Shots Every child needs to be up to date on vaccines—it’s a California state law. And kids age 12 and up should also get their COVID vaccine. This will not only help protect them but the entire community, including those too young to be vaccinated.

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To keep kids in school, we all need to be extra careful to not send anyone who is potentially sick to school. Stay in touch with your pediatrician and COVID test your child if there is any concern of exposure or symptoms.

Enjoy the last few days of summer and start putting your family’s back-to-school plan in motion now to ensure a smooth transition for this fall. Let’s get kids back to school and keep them in school this year, where they belong!

Tanya Altmann, MD, FAAP Catherine Pourdavoud, MD 23586 Calabasas Rd., #107 Calabasas 818.914.4429 CalabasasPedsWellness.com drtanya.com

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Hard Knocks Training Camp

By Elena Richards Calabasas High School Football players and coaches

C Nolan Wilson, WR/S Matt Hason, LB Jason Medrano, and

are in high gear preparing for the upcoming season. The

WR/LB Calvin Conley.

team is led by second-year coach Cary Harris. Harris was a standout cornerback for USC and was drafted by the NFL Buffalo Bills. He played for the Bills, Minnesota Vikings, Cincinnati Bengals, and NY Giants. The Calabasas High coaching staff has over 60 years of coaching experience.

Two played in the NFL, three for Division 1 college teams, and two of the coaches played football for Calabasas High School. Phil Magbanua, assistant football coach and head coach for JV, graduated from Calabasas in 1991 and has been the director of player personnel for UNLV, offensive intern for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and director of football operations at UCLA. Bailey Hiona graduated from Calabasas in 2015 and was a star on both the baseball and football teams.

Coming off of a rewarding 4-1 pandemic-shortened season, the Coyotes are loaded and ready. All sports teams faced adversity last year. The Coyotes originally had six games scheduled, but three of the six teams canceled their seasons. The players and coaches stuck together, grew stronger, and overcame adversity. The lessons learned from last year will serve them well. The 2021 Coyotes have 60 players led by sophomore Aaron Butler, who has already had offers from USC, the University of Pittsburgh, and Penn State. Other leaders whom Coach Cary will depend on inclu de seni o rs OL Rob b i e W i l d e r, WR /L B St e v e n R a u s o , 120

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Their focus is on recapturing the Marmonte League title. Calabasas won CIF Championships in 2015 and 2016 and the Marmonte League title in 2019. The coaches and team are watching film, installing new plays and schemes, hitting the weight room, and running the drills to get the students ready for the new season.

Over the past three years, Calabasas Football has sent over 20 student athletes to prestigious Division 1 football programs like Yale University, University of Penn, UCLA, Cal Berkeley, Oregon State, University of Georgia, Arizona State University, University of San Diego, Wesleyan University, University of Wyoming, and Portland State University. Local businesses have been terrific in stepping up to support Calabasas Football. If you are interested in supporting/sponsoring, please email chsfootball@lvusd.org.

“The adversity that this team has faced and how well they responded and pulled together is something that has shaped them and matured them beyond measure,” says Superintendent of Schools Dr. Dan Stepenosky. “Life throws challenges at all of us. We are defined by how we respond. Our goal for all Calabasas student athletes, and especially our football players, is that they be leaders on the field/court, in the classroom, on campus, and in the community. I can’t wait to watch this team in action this year.” n

EDUCATE EMPOWER ENRICH Calabasas Style shares the best schools, learning centers, activities, and resources as we start the new school year.

Providing our children with the best education possible is always a vital task. As school resumes this fall, schools, parents, and educators are also tasked with ensuring the health and safety of every student.

We are fortunate that our community encompasses an abundance of top-rated public, private, and alternative schools. We also host many exceptional tutors and consultants who support our students, guaranteeing they receive the individually tailored help and guidance necessary to thrive in the classroom and as they prepare for college.

It’s our privilege to present a directory we’ve assembled featuring some of the leading schools and educational resources within our community to help parents become better acquainted with their missions, philosophies, and services. We’ve also highlighted several activity options where children and teens can have fun and learn new skills outside of the classroom. We’d like to thank all the teachers and educators for their unwavering commitment and devotion to our students and community. We also want to wish all children and teens the very best as they return to school—whether in-person or online— and commend all parents who continue to face the challenge of keeping students engaged throughout the year ahead. Wishing a wonderful, healthy school year to all!

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School Directory Agoura High School 818.889.1262 28545 W. Driver Ave. Agoura Hills, CA 91301 luvsd.org/agoura

Alice C. Stelle Middle School 818.224.4107 22450 Mulholland Hwy. Calabasas, CA 91302 lvusd.org/acsms

Arthur E. Wright Middle School 818.880.4614 4029 Las Virgenes Rd. Calabasas, CA 91302 lvusd.org/aewms

Bay Laurel Elementary School 818.222.9022 24740 Paseo Primario Calabasas, CA 91302 lvusd.org/baylaurel

Buttercup Preschool 818.597.2153 6098 Reyes Adobe Rd. Agoura Hills, CA 91301 buttercuppreschool.org

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Round Meadow Elementary School

818.222.7177 22855 Mulholland Hwy. Calabasas, CA 91302 lvusd.org/chs

818.883.6750 5151 Round Meadow Rd. Hidden Hills, CA 91302 lvusd.org/rmes

Chaparral Elementary School

Sumac Elementary School

818.591.2428 22601 Liberty Bell Rd. Calabasas, CA 91302 lvusd.org/ces

818.991.4940 6050 Calmfield Ave. Agoura Hills, CA 91301 lvusd.org/sumac

Lindero Canyon Middle School

White Oak Elementary School

818.889.2134 5844 Larboard Ln. Agoura Hills, CA 91301 lvusd.org/linderocanyon

818.889.1450 31761 Village School Rd. Westlake Village, CA 91361 lvusd.org/woes

Lupin Hill Elementary School

Willow Elementary School

818.880.4434 26210 Adamor Rd. Calabasas, CA 91302 lvusd.org/lupinhill

818.889.0677 29026 Laro Dr. Agoura Hills, CA 91301 lvusd.org/willow

Mariposa School of Global Education

Yerba Buena Elementary School

Alternative School 818.707.7144 6050 Calmfield Ave. Agoura Hills, CA 91301 lvusd.org/msge

818.889.0040 6098 Reyes Adobe Rd. Agoura Hills, CA 91301 lvusd.org/ybes

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EDUCATE MOORPARK COLLEGE 7075 Campus Rd., Moorpark | 805.378.1429 | moorparkcollege.edu/together Grounded in equity, social justice, and a student-first philosophy, Moorpark College values diverse communities. It empowers learners from local, national, and global backgrounds to complete their degrees, certificates, transfers, and career education goals. Through innovation and customized student support, the programs at Moorpark College are designed to achieve equitable outcomes. Moorpark College offers in-person classes, online classes, and everything in between. Fall semester classes are underway. However, they also have fall classes that start in September, October, and November. Moorpark College helps people follow their path through higher-education goals, whether it’s learning new skills for high-demand jobs, earning a certificate or an Associate’s Degree, or transferring to a four-year university. They also have full wrap-around student support. Anyone can start there and go anywhere. This is world-class education right in your own backyard, and now is the best time to enroll with more choices than ever. Find out more at MoorparkCollege.edu/together.

LAS VIRGENES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 4111 Las Virgenes Rd., Calabasas | 818.880.4000 | lvusd.org/enrollment Las Virgenes Unified School District (LVUSD) is ranked among the nation’s top districts and encompasses 15 schools spanning preschool through high school and serving the cities/areas of Agoura Hills, Calabasas, Hidden Hills, and Westlake Village. LVUSD is a destination district, with superior academics, award-winning music and art programs, and championship athletics. They offer a myriad of innovative programs, including AP Capstone, Arts and Media Academy, International Baccalaureate, independent study, Early College Academy, GATE, dual-language immersion, and a Waldorf-Inspired school.

LVUSD students are accepted into the most prestigious colleges and universities. Their mission is to provide the highest quality education in a personalized environment, ensuring that all programs are dedicated to enhancing student success. LVUSD’s accolades include California Distinguished Schools, U.S. News Best High Schools, U.S. Blue Ribbons, California Gold and Green Ribbons, and AP Honor Roll District of Distinction.

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY CHANNEL ISLANDS 1 University Dr., Camarillo | 805.437.8400 | csuci.edu CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) is reimagining higher education for a new generation and era.

They are an innovative higher-education institution that enables students to succeed and thrive—serving as an engine for social and economic vitality that provides the intellectual resources necessary for a thriving democracy. The campus is nestled on 1,200 acres at the base of the Santa Monica Mountains, blending 1930’s Mission-Revival and Spanish Colonial-Revival architecture with state-of-the-art facilities. In addition to the main campus, academic programs are also offered in Santa Barbara/Goleta and a research station at Santa Rosa Island. Students benefit from small class sizes and a strong sense of community.

The curriculum emphasizes a real-world approach in which students tackle community problems, conduct meaningful research, and make a difference in its communities. With 7,000+ students, 1,000 employees, and 20,000+ alumni, CSUCI is poised to grow in size and distinction while maintaining one of the most student-focused learning environments in public higher education. Visit csuci.edu.

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CSU CHANNEL ISLANDS Reimagining higher education for a new generation and era.

GO.CSUCI.EDU/VC3

We welcome and challenge every individual to channel their potential and find innovative ways to contribute to today’s world.

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LOUISVILLE ATHLETICS RETURNS STRONG ____________________________________ ____________________________________

Louisville High School athletes debuted this season with two major title wins.

Coach Monica Hernandez and captain Katherine Csiszar led the basketball team that worked hard to prepare for the season and finished second in the league with a 5-3 record. They played challenging games but remained tenacious and focused as they progressed to CIF playoffs, eventually securing Louisville’s first ever CIF-SS Basketball Championship.

Louisville Royals 2019 CIF-SS Division 5 Champions softball team faced a competitive league, with seniors Grace Luderer, Natalie Norman, and Aspen Lee, plus

many

talented

underclassmen,

earning the Mission League Champs title.

Coach Christina feels optimistic about their future.

Basketball and softball are two of 13 sports programs Louisville offers throughout the year. An impressive 62% of students participate in athletics, and 81% of athletes are academic honor students.

The school is proud of Delaney Rach, continuing volleyball at Colorado College; Grace Luderer, pitching for Seattle University; and Hayden Henderson, diving at Yale University.

For more photos of our events, please visit calabasasstyle.com.

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EDUCATE LOUISVILLE HIGH SCHOOL 22300 Mulholland Dr., Woodland Hills | 818.346.8812 | louisvillehs.org Louisville High School in Woodland Hills is a Catholic all-girls high school founded by the Sisters of St. Louis in 1960. As a single-gender institution, Louisville challenges girls to develop in confidence, integrity, and faith while allowing them the freedom to take healthy risks that encourage growth. Louisville offers an academically rigorous curriculum with exceptional one-on-one attention from dedicated faculty that nurtures a unique, tightly-knit community.

Its students discover and develop their passions through opportunities in athletics, student leadership, the arts, competitive academic teams, innovation, and more. Enrollment at Louisville ranges from 300 to 340 and graduates attend top universities and colleges throughout the country. The 8th Grade Visit Day on November 5 is an opportunity for 8th-grade girls to experience a morning as a Louisville Girl. Open House on December 5 is an opportunity for the entire family to experience Louisville life. Visit louisvillehs.org for more information.

OAKS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 31749 La Tienda Dr., Westlake Village | 818.575.9900 | oakschristian.org Oaks Christian School is a nondenominational, co-ed, college-preparatory, day and boarding school serving grades 5 through 12. The high school was founded in 2000. The school is committed to the promotion of academic excellence, artistic expression, and athletic distinction within the context of Christian values and leadership development. An impressive 100% of graduates receive college admission, often to highly selective, top-tier schools. The high school hosts 26 sports and over 100 school teams. Teams have earned 169 league titles, 51 CIF titles, and nine California state titles. The middle school has won several league titles and boasts student participation rates as high as 92%. The visual and performing arts departments stage numerous performances and exhibits, many which garner prestigious awards. Residential boarding opened to 40 international and domestic students. The hall has state-of-the-art dorms, computer and study lounges, and high-tech security. Additionally, the 13,000-square-foot IDEA Lab (Innovation, Design, Engineering, and Aeronautics) features engineering, robotics, 3D printers, physics, electrical engineering, computer science, and flex classrooms.

OAK PARK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 5801 Conifer St., Oak Park | 818.735.3200 | oakparkusd.org Oak Park Unified School District (OPUSD) is a high-performing K-12 school district nestled between the cities of Agoura Hills, Westlake Village, and Thousand Oaks. This comprehensive public school district serves approximately 4,400 students and comprises a preschool, three elementary schools, a middle school, a high school, an independent school, and a continuation school for students with unique needs. Students are drawn to attend Oak Park schools with about 35-40% of students coming from neighboring districts via the District of Choice program and inter-district transfers. All of the district’s schools are California Gold Ribbon and Blue Ribbon schools. The district has also been recognized as the first Green Ribbon school district in California for its focus on environmentally progressive policies and practices. OPUSD offers a program in which students learn in a climate of care exemplified by the food served in the cafeteria, the modern facilities, the people that educate and care for students every day, and the extensive counseling programs that nurture students’ mental health and wellbeing.

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Help Your Kids Score

By Lori Berezin

new gOALS

Setting goals is one thing. Completing them is quite an-

ment when they have trouble and reward each new ac-

other. Parents can help their children learn important life

complishment with positive verbal reinforcement.

lessons about setting and achieving both long-term and short-term goals.

Help them achieve their goals For example, a child may want to become an actor. Steps

Achieving goals one by one helps a child grow more self-as-

might include signing up for the drama club at school, read-

sured and motivated to succeed. Ask your children to

ing plays, taking an acting class outside of school, audition-

choose an objective, such as getting better grades in school

ing for roles, and so on. Discuss the pros and cons of each

or buying something they want. Help them break it down

step. A con might be: Outside classes may take away from

into smaller steps, such as studying an hour each night or

studies. A pro would be: You can make new friends and be-

creating a list of chores they can do to raise money. Dis-

come more at ease in social situations. Before beginning

cuss any obstacles that may occur and ask them how best

each step, kids might ponder such questions as, “Who can

to remedy them. Leave the decision-making process up to

help?” “What do I need?” and “How long will it take?”

your kids to foster a sense of independence and improve their problem-solving abilities.

Goal setting for younger children

Ask them why they’ve chosen certain goals so they can maintain a sense of purpose for each achievement. Remind them that every setback contains a silver lining. What did

Precisely how to encourage kids to set and achieve goals

they learn about themselves and how can they revise

depends upon their age. While teens already understand

their actions to succeed better next time? We’re all so

the concept, younger children may need a way to visualize

used to instant gratification. Help your kids understand the

the process. Have them draw a ladder or steps and note

importance of perseverance and patience—great goals

what’s required to reach each new level. Offer encourage-

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EDUCATE QUALIA: THE SCHOOL FOR DEEPER LEARNING 4345 Las Virgenes Rd., Calabasas | 310.478.9900 | qualiaschool.org Calabasas is home to a new private school, Qualia: The School for Deeper Learning, opening this fall. At Qualia, high-capacity, highly curious kids chart unique paths based on a deep love of knowledge and ideas. An intentional community as well as a school, Qualia is a model and incubator for a world based on authentic dialogue, joyful inquiry, and democratic decision making. Qualia inherits the highly regarded Areté Learning Model of passion-driven learning with a rich college-preparatory curriculum, developed over 14 years in West L.A. Under this model, 95% of graduates at the West L.A. campus were admitted to their first-choice colleges. Building on that foundation, Qualia will offer new programs in game-based learning and individualized exploration. Currently serving grades 6 through 12, the school’s discussion-based seminars, boasting an average class size of just six, allow passionate learners to ask deep questions embedded in provocative dialogue. If you believe your child would thrive in an intellectual playground for passionate learners, drop Qualia a line to set up a campus tour and interview.

ST. BERNARDINE OF SIENA SCHOOL 6061 Valley Circle Blvd., Woodland Hills | 818.340.2130 | stbernardineschool.org St. Bernardine of Siena School was founded in 1964 by Msgr. Richard Murray. Well-known for providing an academically rigorous and faith-filled curriculum, St. Bernadine’s promotes and molds spiritual, service, and academic leaders. The K-8 school prides itself on its diversity, inclusion, and well-rounded students, focusing on preparing students for college preparatory high schools and beyond. In addition to core academic classes, students participate in enrichment programs, including music, art, physical education, and Spanish courses. Other opportunities include theatre, choir, chess, piano, and an athletic program where fundamentals and good sportsmanship are taught. The departmentalized junior high program prepares students to perform at top levels in high school. St. Bernardine’s credits its success to its amazing community that offers continuous support. New this year is an enrollment initiative where new families to the school system can qualify for up to 50% off tuition. This program is renewable each year for up to five years.

Prospective students and families are welcome to schedule private tours by appointment.

FUSION ACADEMY WARNER CENTER 21650 Oxnard St., #100, Woodland Hills | 818.712.9521 | fusionacademy.com Fusion Academy Warner Center is embarking on its 11th academic year and currently serves 100 middle and high school students. Fusion is proud of the numerous student-led clubs, service projects, and showcase opportunities that contribute to the full school experience. Fusion’s passionate teachers believe that each student deserves a completely customized academic experience geared toward that student’s individual strengths, interests, and learning style. This is achieved through the philosophy of “love, motivate, and teach,” while instructing with a one-to-one student-teacher ratio in a private-classroom experience. Fusion offers more than 250 courses, including enrichment programs ranging from recording arts in a professional-level studio to digital media with green-screen technology to foreign language options. The goal at Fusion is to meet the needs of all students so they can achieve their academic and social goals. Students may attend full-time for middle and high school or part-time with classes for credit, tutoring and mentoring, post-secondary counseling, and more. Fusion is open yearround, and students can start at any time.

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EDUCATE WESTMARK SCHOOL 5461 Louise Ave., Encino | 818.986.5045 | westmarkschool.org Westmark School transforms lives...for both its students and its families. Westmark students from grades 2 through 12 have diagnosed learning and attention issues like dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and other related language-based learning differences. They also have bright minds and unique learning styles but have not been fully served in a traditional school environment. Since the students learn differently, the school teaches differently. The college-preparatory curriculum is based on proven research-based methodologies that differentiate instruction and build on individual student strengths, allowing each student to learn and achieve academically, socially, and emotionally. Westmark’s multimodal approach integrates assistive and educational technologies to promote executive functioning and help students access the curriculum, enabling them to explore their world and love learning again. Students discover their personal academic styles, affinities, and areas of need. They develop new interests, character, and confidence and learn to advocate for themselves and fulfill their potential. Visit their website to find upcoming events for prospective students and families.

VIEWPOINT SCHOOL 23620 Mulholland Hwy., Calabasas | 818.591.6500 | viewpoint.org Viewpoint School is committed to creating exceptional readiness for extraordinary futures by cultivating the critical skill set, courageous mindset, and resilient identity of each individual student. Beyond its legacy of academic distinction and college preparedness, their commitment is to yield world-ready graduates who are ready to excel, lead, thrive, and serve.

The school's 40-acre, scenic campus provides young people in grades TK-12 with an ideal setting to grow and learn, where each student is known, respected, and included. Explore the school’s programs and you will find endless ways for students to engage in new and favorite activities and subjects with a breadth of offerings to challenge children and develop their talents and interests. Learn about the community and you will find a foundation with core values of love, honor, excellence, imagination, and optimism. Visit viewpoint.org to discover a school where “tradition connects us and innovation propels us.”

WOODLAND HILLS PRIVATE SCHOOL Toddler & Preschool | 22322 Collins St., Woodland Hills | 818.712.9966 | WHPSchool.com Preschool & Elementary | 22555 Oxnard St., Woodland Hills | 818.348.6563 Woodland Hills Private School (WHPS) is one of L.A.’s most coveted schools, with an individualized program that fosters each child’s individual talents and interests. Located on two unique campuses that blend state-of-the-art and natural environments, WHPS has an exclusive science and nature center (teaching zoo) with over 75 animals and a unique Animal & Nature Studies program. WHPS is a developmental program that identifies each child’s unique learning profile and places equal emphasis on advanced academics and social-emotional learning (SEL).

ELEMENTARY (TK – 5th grade): Students receive individualized small group instruction in core subjects and take part in a project-based, STEAM-enriched curriculum, including robotics, fine arts, and outdoor education. Children receive lots of individualized attention with two teachers in every classroom and expert specialists for enrichment. PRESCHOOL & TODDLER PROGRAM (18 months – Pre-K): Teachers design rich, thematic studies around children's interests using a childcentered and teacher-facilitated approach, allowing for children to grow and discover through deep, meaningful learning experiences in a loving environment.

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Let's Keep Kids

By Lori Berezin

Creative!

Kids are naturally curious and creative. One of the most impor-

yard to paint. Offer praise to bolster their self-esteem and

tant tasks for parents and teachers is to nurture their blossom-

withhold judgment as it tends to dampen budding creativity.

ing creativity.

Bake cookies together; your kids can decorate and adjust the recipes, learning about substitutions. Give them cookbooks

The third full week in September has been deemed National

geared especially for children. Make bracelets or ornaments

Keep Kids Creative Week. It was formed to get kids’ creative

together. Use craft kits to spur their imagination and talent.

juices flowing for not just a week but throughout the entire year.

Register them in art, music, or acting classes.

“Creativity is intelligence having fun.” – Albert Einstein

Storytelling remains one of the best sources of inspiration for young children. Read to your kids or make up your own tales.

One of the best ways to foster your child’s creativity is to pro-

Let them create new plot twists. Supply colored pencils, water-

vide resources such as art supplies and unstructured playtime.

color paints, and paper so they can write and illustrate stories

Set aside special clothing and safe areas at home where they

of their own. Create mixed-media collages and colorful papi-

can finger paint, mold clay, and create colorful jewelry to their

er-mâché masks with paper and paste made from flour and

hearts’ content without worrying about making a mess.

water. Learn new design and editing software together on the

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EDUCATE THE BOULEVARD SCHOOL 23022 Victory Blvd., Woodland Hills | 818.883.0607 | boulevardschool.com For over 40 years, The Boulevard School has specialized in early childhood education.

Their program is so effective that second and even third-generation families are enrolling their children at The Boulevard School in Woodland Hills. Why? Because everyone at The Boulevard School works hard to provide an environment that nurtures academic learning, creative expression, growth, and development. The Boulevard School is an extension of home and a place where students, siblings, parents, teachers, and administrators are like family...a place where they encourage caring for others, kindness, respect, honesty, responsibility, courage, integrity, initiative, and creativity. The campus features an outdoor, heated pool; four age-appropriate, park-like playgrounds; and a camera security system.

In addition, The Boulevard School’s COVID safety protocols exceed CDC, California, and Los Angeles County requirements. To learn more, visit boulevardschool.com or call 818.883.0607 to schedule a tour.

ST. PATRICK’S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL 1 Church Rd., Thousand Oaks | 805.497.1416 | stpatricksdayschool.org St. Patrick’s Day School is a private, independent elementary school committed to the education of each student’s mind, body, spirit, and heart. Their mission is to inspire and equip children to courageously transform the world. Since 1963, St. Patrick’s has established a legacy of exceptional teachers partnering with diverse parents to educate and develop the whole child based on four foundational principles: Academics: Stimulating critical thinking in a collaborative environment; Creativity: Growing students’ confidence through individual expression in a loving community; Service Leadership: Fostering a commitment to social responsibility and global citizenship, and Spiritual Foundation: Guiding each child to develop a moral character based on Episcopal traditions. St. Patrick’s welcomes families of all faiths and traditions, for there is something to be valued and respected living in a community that proclaims the unique worth and beauty of all human beings. St. Patrick’s is the only elementary school in the Conejo Valley that is CAIS accredited.

SIERRA CANYON SCHOOL 11052 Independence Ave. | 20801 Rinaldi St. | Chatsworth 818.882.8121 | sierracanyonschool.org Sierra Canyon School is a complete pre-kindergarten through grade 12 experience that fully equips students to rethink the familiar and embrace the unknown. It is a place where ingenious teachers, intrepid students, and forward-thinking leaders work together to shape an education on the adventurous edge. Teachers create meaningful, hands-on learning experiences in the classroom, on the stage, on the playing field and court, and on lifechanging journeys. Sierra Canyon is one of the most diverse private schools in California. The community is authentically inclusive and cosmopolitan, with diversity representing 54% of the student enrollment. Graduates are primed to excel at the finest colleges and universities, forge purposeful careers, and employ their unshakable optimism to improve the wider world. At Sierra Canyon School, students gain unstoppable momentum to learn and explore, propelling them toward a lifetime of self-directed success.

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MONTESSORI OF MALIBU CANYON CELEBRATES GRADS ____________________________________ ____________________________________

Montessori of Malibu Canyon (MOMC) hosted its annual graduation ceremony on June 25 at its beautiful campus in Calabasas. MOMC is a Calabasas-based early childhood education center that offers daily full-day and half-day program options for children ages 2 to 6. It provides a variety of programs, including mommy and me, toddler, and preschool programs, as well as a transitional and full kindergarten. The young graduates had the opportunity to perform on stage and displayed some of their amazing art projects for all the proud parents to see.

Montessori of Malibu Canyon is considered one of the most coveted preschools in L.A., where children thrive under the professional guidance of their teachers and staff. MOMC is proud to present an interdisciplinary approach to early childhood education that incorporates the best of Montessori coupled with the Reggio Emilia and Waldorf pedagogies. For more information, visit calabasaspreschool.com.

For more photos of our events, please visit calabasasstyle.com.

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EDUCATE MONTESSORI OF MALIBU CANYON IN WEST CALABASAS 4029 Las Virgenes Rd., Calabasas | 818.880.0555 | calabasaspreschool.com Montessori of Malibu Canyon is a Calabasas-based early childhood education center that offers daily full-day and half-day programs for children 2 to 6. The programs include preschool and full-day traditional kindergartens aligned with California state standards, with a limited class size of 10 students per class. The school has made several extensive COVID -19 safety measures, including UV lights, blue-ray nano steam spray, molecule air purifiers, and daily disinfection. The beautiful campus is nestled in the Malibu Canyon scenic corridor with over an acre of flat, tree-shaded playground space where many outdoor activities and classes take place. The experienced, creative, and credentialed staff is proud to present an interdisciplinary approach to early childhood education that incorporates the best of Montessori coupled with the Reggio Emilia and Waldorf pedagogies. They offer a rich and diverse program that provides children with a solid foundation in math and language arts—with geography, science, music, dance, fine arts, cooking, gardening, yoga, language labs, and more.

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF LOS ANGELES WEST VALLEY, BURBANK, LOS FELIZ, PASADENA 818.994.2961 | internationalschool.la The International School of Los Angeles is a nonprofit, independent, international school committed to bilingual education and academic excellence in a nurturing environment.

With over 65 nationalities and 40 spoken languages represented across its multiple Los Angeles-area campuses, the school invites its students to study and live in a diverse global community every day. An offshoot of the school’s original 1978 San Fernando Valley home, the West Valley campus serves preschool through 5th-grade students. Aided by SMARTBoard-equipped classrooms, a well-stocked dual-language library, a learning garden, and more, faculty members deliver a unique French-English bilingual education that encourages personal initiative, creativity, and curiosity. Each year, the campus community celebrates its cultural, ethnic, and linguistic diversity during International Day, an integral part of campus life that includes a lively parade, global delicacies, and great school spirit. If you envision your child growing up to be a confident, caring, and open-minded critical thinker who embraces the world in a truly connected way, visit internationalschool.la today.

STARS ACADEMY 7353 Valley Circle Blvd., West Hills | 818.835.4962 | starsacademyschool.com The mission at STARS Academy is to successfully educate all students through deep academic inquiry and creativity in the arts (collaborative music, dance, performing arts, and design disciplines) with small, flexible, multi-age groupings. STARS Academy aims to inspire a love of learning in students through cooperation, critical thinking, and self-direction. A STARS Academy education is designed to inspire a love of learning through an engaging curriculum, a musical theater emphasis, project-based learning, elective classes, and more. Aligned to the Common Core and NGSS standards, the curriculum consists of core subjects and elective/research study times. Students work at their appropriate instructional levels regardless of age—an effective means of educating students by focusing not only on academics but on social-emotional learning as well. Afterschool programs include soccer, basketball, arts and crafts, set design, advanced art, comedy improv, dance team, and STARS theater.

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LVUSD ACCEPTS GENEROUS DONATION FROM THE FOUNDATION Thanks to the generous donations of families and business leaders in our community, THE Foundation for Las Virgenes Schools donated a check in the amount of $75,000 to the Las Virgenes Unified School District to support targeted class size reduction in secondary schools, centralized STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) education for elementary students, full-time library and media centers across the district, and increased mental and academic support.

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THE FOUNDATION FOR LVUSD SUPPORTS THE SCHOOL DISTRICT THROUGH VIRTUAL EVENTS

Sommelier Jonathan Rosenson of Coquelicot Wine coquelicotwines.com

Holiday Magic, Jonathan Levit cybermagicshow.com

By Nicola Galassi Board Member: THE Foundation for Las Virgenes Schools and LVUSD Parent Volunteer

But when COVID quickly had the world of live events shut down

No one could have predicted this unprecedented and historic

Foundation each year.

year. As the Las Virgenes School District (LVUSD) was coming out

“We listened to the families and students in our Las Virgenes

of a year of budget cuts in 2019, the pandemic hit families, students, and our school district hard.

and bars and restaurants closed indefinitely, so did the year of fundraising and fun family activities, typically hosted by THE

community and really felt the need to find ways to keep everyone feeling connected,” notes Jeannie Abraham, president of

The response was an immediate pivot by our administration,

THE Foundation for LVS. “So, our board continued to meet to

teachers, and staff to ensure that the students of the LVUSD had

find ways to host events in a new digital format, not so much

plans in place to maintain a sense of structure, organization,

focused on fundraising but more about ensuring our LVS families

and community.

felt the sense of community to be able to attend something fun with their kids, see familiar faces, and be entertained. “

LVUSD staff (who also were dealing with the same fears and anxiety of this new virus) wasted no time as they immediately put

THE Foundation took this opportunity to go virtual for the first

plans in place to ensure children were back in virtual classrooms

time, hosting its first digital event, Comedy Live. The event was

on Zoom, connecting socially with friends and classmates while

successfully live-streamed on YouTube and showcased incred-

calming the many emotions that came along with what was

ible comic talents, all of whom donated their time to get the

happening in our world.

district truly laughing out loud. The night, headlined by NBC’s Vargus Mason and hosted by LVUSD dad and comedian Adam

At the same time, the parent volunteers at THE Foundation for

Freeman, was the first of its kind for THE Foundation and opened

Las Virgenes Schools were knee deep in planning the first-ever

the ‘virtual door’ for more as feedback was so positive! Find

‘Rock the District’ summer fundraiser, which was to be a more

Adam on at Facebook Adam Freeman Comedy.

informal rock-and-roll reinvention of the annual ‘THE Event’ (a red-carpet fundraiser supported each year by local vendors

This led to a fully interactive, family-focused ‘Holiday Magic’ vir-

and merchants, organized by THE Foundation for LVS).

tual event, where our incredible host and magician Jonathan Levit (cybermagicshow.com) wowed the sold-out audience

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with visual illusions and magic that still have audiences shaking their heads in awe.

With continued demand for entertainment and community connection, THE Foundation partnered with local Sommelier Jonathan Rosenson of Coquelicot Wines (coquelicotwines.com), hosting an educational and extremely fun, virtual, wine-tasting evening event. Families gathered on Zoom with their beautiful pre-ordered wine-tasting kits and were immersed into the wine-maker’s journey with spirited stories and anecdotes that had everyone laughing and connected as if they were all together in one room.

Needless to say, THE Foundation for LVS’s board and volunteers truly did their part to instill a sense of community and together-

Kira Soltanovich kiracomedy.com

ness through a year riddled with challenges for all.

As we move into yet another new back-to-school season with additional safety measures in place, THE Foundation continues to build on bringing our families together to celebrate resilience in our children.

class-size reduction in secondary schools, centralized STEAM education for elementary students, full-time library and media centers across the district, and increased mental and academic support, all needed more than ever.

Pending any significant changes, THE Carnival is back, sched-

Dr. Dan Stepenosky, superintendent, LVUSD shares, “We're

uled for October 22 through 24, where we hope to see fam-

very excited to have our students back full-time, in-person,

ilies together again for some much-needed in-person fun.

and on our campuses, Wednesday, August 18. Nothing beats

Please mark your calendars and check the website for up-

the energy of a campus full of students with staff supporting

dates at thefoundationlvs.org. In addition, please join us live

their learning and growth every day and every moment. We

in person at The Six in Calabasas Thursday, September 30th,

have many new and exciting additions for the coming year:

7pm at Comedy for a Cause, generously hosted and presented

full-time counselors at each elementary school, full-time art

by Adam Freeman, Subculture Comedy. Tickets available via

and music specialists at our schools to support our students’

Eventbrite eventbrite.com (just search ’Subculture Comedy’)

engagement with the arts, added days of instruction, signif-

with proceeds coming back to our schools and THE Founda-

icant investments in technology upgrades, expanding the

tion for LVS.

Counseling Center, and significant expansion of our Independent Study program (LVIS) that provides families with a highly structured, virtual learning environment. If you need

Our board continued to meet to find ways to host events in a new digital format, not so much focused on fundraising, but more about ensuring our LVS families felt the sense of community, to be able to attend

more information, visit lvusd.org or call us at 818.880.4000.

See you all soon!”

THE Foundation While it’s vital to support our individual schools directly, they are not allowed to directly fund many critical expenses, such as teachers and counselors. This is why in 2010 a group of volunteer parents from across the district created T.H.E. Foundation for Las Virgenes Schools: Together Helping Education. To-

something fun with their kids, see

gether, we can make LVUSD stronger than ever. If you would

familiar faces, and be entertained.

like to do more, volunteer, have ideas, or donate, please contact us with any questions via our website or email us at thefoundationlvusd@gmail.com. THE Foundation is a 501©(3) nonprofit organization, Tax ID#27-4870865. n

Last but not least, as THE Foundation continues to support our local schools and families, a huge thank you to every parent, business leader, and community member who met the challenge to Save Our Schools through the 2020/2021 academic year. Thanks to donations and government supported COV-

Find us on Social!

IG: @TheFoundationLVS FB: @TheFoundationforLasVirgenesSchools

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Post-Pandemic Anxiety in Children:

The Uncharted Road to

By Georgia Scheible, LMFT

Normalcy

Families across the U.S. hunkered down during the COVID-19

coping skills, you can empower them to manage their anxious

pandemic, taking on distance learning, working from home,

feelings independently.

and surviving life together around the clock. Children today are stressed on so many levels: challenged socially, academically, having to cope with physical changes, the influences of social media, and trying to fit in and be accepted. Now that the country is opening up, how can we help reduce anxiety in our children?

Routines and structure are important and can help children handle anxiety. The single most important thing is to have conversations with your children about how they are feeling, validate those feelings, and discuss how they can cope with such negative feelings. Other strategies—like mindful deep breathing, ac-

Prior to the pandemic, school-related anxiety was a common

knowledging the anxious thought and replacing it with a positive

problem, but what we are seeing now is tinged with pandem-

one, and my all-time favorite, using a “worry box” to put worries

ic implications, reflecting the changes in the school year and

away for later—can help to manage anxiety as well.

general uncertainty about how long this will go on.

When children experience symp-

Anxiety in children can take on many forms. For some, it’s feel-

toms of anxiety that interfere with

ings of worry when away from family or a caregiver, sadness,

their daily lives (symptoms occurring

refusal to attend school or daycare, throwing tantrums when

more often than not during at least

faced with separation, and physical complaints, like head-

a two-week period), it’s important

aches, nausea, muscle tension, or difficulty sleeping. Children

to seek professional help. n

who suffer with anxiety are constantly asking for reassurance.

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EMPOWER SYNERGY ACADEMICS 6700 Fallbrook Ave., #101, West Hills | 818.888.8665 | synergyacademics.com Synergy Academics is a comprehensive, state-of-the-art learning center serving students at all educational levels, from elementary school through college. Students benefit from knowledgeable and compassionate tutors who care about their success and self-confidence.

Tutors strive to build students’ confidence by developing their natural strengths and turning challenges into triumphs. All students are evaluated and matched with tutors who truly understand their learning styles. Combining nurturing tutors with a positive and focused environment, Synergy proves to be successful in helping students achieve more than they might have ever thought possible. A full-service academic resource center, Synergy not only provides students with one-on-one subject tutoring but also has an onsite study center, standardized test preparation, college admissions counseling, financial aid services, and post-college and career counseling. Services can be booked by reaching out online or calling the office for all your tutoring or homework assistance needs and customized scheduling to work around your busy life. Synergy makes it easy to be a great student!

KATHERINE RATAJCZAK COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING Calabasas | 818.585.7149 | kradmissions.com | kathy@kradmissions.com For almost a decade, Katherine Ratajczak College Admissions Consulting has been helping students achieve their college admissions aspirations in an increasingly competitive landscape. Kathy works closely with each of her clients to identify best-fit schools and the most effective action plan to craft a standout college application. 94% of Kathy’s students have been admitted to at least one of their top-three colleges, often to the most selective colleges and universities. Kathy’s approach is to get to know each student and his/her unique strengths and achievements to ensure nothing is missed on this momentous journey. Her experience, skills, and attention to detail aid in alleviating much of the stress associated with the college admissions process. Kathy is the trusted, go-to expert in the field. She is an ethical and dedicated professional. As a member of National Association of College Admissions Counselors and other professional organizations, Kathy is committed to professional development and best practices. Call for a complimentary phone consultation.

MINDS2GROW THERAPY SERVICES Accepting new patients in the greater Calabasas area 818.798.3330 | minds2grow.com Minds2Grow Therapy Services is a new multidisciplinary, pediatric therapy clinic in Calabasas.

They treat children ages 2 to 14 and specialize in autism spectrum disorder, ADD, ADHD, ODD, anxiety/depression, behavioral issues, and Occupational/Speech Therapy. Minds2Grow focuses on treating a wide variety of concerns under one roof to alleviate undue stress on parents and children having to get various therapies at different locations. Co-founder and clinical director, Georgia Scheible, LMFT, has over a decade of experience diagnosing and treating mental and emotional disorders in children. She is also well versed in designing, implementing, and managing behavioral therapy for children and adolescents in both clinical and educational settings. Georgia and her team of various therapy professionals take a holistic approach to create individualized plans to treat the needs of the whole child. This approach enables the therapists, parents, and educators to understand each child’s needs in a comprehensive manner and provides a place of care and comfort for the entire family.

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SMART COLLEGE PLANNING FOR SUCCESS

A POWERFUL APPROACH TO COLLEGE ADMISSIONS College expert Kathy Ratajczak has

Learning Difference Specialist: Jamie Sitzer skillfully and compassionate-

provided winning college admissions consulting services since 2014. Kathy

ly addresses the needs of students

served as associate director of col-

with exceptional learning styles

lege counseling at elite private

and challenges as they search for

high schools in the Greater Los

the best pathways to college ad-

Angeles area and has extensive

missions.

experience reading applications

Transfer Specialist: Steve Burleigh

for highly selective universities. As

specializes in community college

a member of several professional or-

transfers and students at four-year

ganizations, Kathy stays current on the

universities who still need to find the

latest trends in the college admissions

right college fit.

puzzle. Kathy earned her M.A. in Education from Pepperdine University and earned the

Life Coach: Fran Kenton is an experienced

Certificate in College Counseling from UCLA.

educator and counselor who served the Las Virgenes Unified School District. Now, as a certified health

Don’t go it alone 94% of our clients have been admitted to at least one of their top-three choice universities. We work with students from as early as middle school to senior year and beyond and assist

and wellness coach, Fran teaches strategies that empower young people to manage life today while preparing for a future of fulfillment, well-being, and independence.

with everything from course and extracurricular planning to

Katherine Ratajczak College Admissions Consulting is commit-

getting off the waitlist at their dream colleges.

ted to the NACAC Code of Ethics and Professional Practices.

Our team of experts Katherine Ratajczak College Admissions Consulting has partnered with top specialists to make sure your student’s individual needs are addressed.

KR College Admissions Consulting 818.585.7149 kathy@kradmissions.com KRAdmissions.com

Financial Aid Specialist: David Levy is a nationally recognized college financial aid expert with over 30 years of experience.

David served as the director of financial aid at Caltech, Occi-

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Education

Fun for Kids of all Ages

By Marc Cohen The best advice you might have received if you were starting

If you want to travel the world or simply learn a new language,

a business or purchasing a home is “location, location, loca-

take a look at Duolingo. It’s an online language-learning plat-

tion.” When it comes to giving advice to your children, the

form that includes languages like Russian, Japanese, Dutch,

best advice is “education, education, education.”

Turkish, Korean, Greek, and Mandarin Chinese.

I learned years ago that the best way to educate your kids

National Geographic has a program called World Class which

is to make it fun, to use methods that also entertain. The less

is designed for intermediate and advanced English-language

boring the better. Let’s look at some of the tech tools that can

learners. It uses content, images, and videos to help develop

help your children and you to stimulate intellectual growth.

real-world communications. Pricing varies.

Speech Bulbs is a speech

If you want to expand

therapy

It

your horizons, Udemy is an

uses voice control and

online service that offers

video technology to help

many classes from web

young children with or

development to personal

without learning difficul-

development. They often

ties to improve speech

have special pricing, so

articulation. It uses face

check them out on the

filters, stickers, and enter-

web.

application.

taining facts and teaches

Khan Academy is a great

about animals, dinosaurs,

tool that’s 100% free, cov-

emotions, and more. Even

ering most traditional sub-

better, there is a sev-

jects, including computer

en-day free trial, and they

science.

charge as little as $15 per month if you sign up.

Lumosity offers brain-train-

Kids Academy offers over

ing games by helping to

5,000 learning activities,

improve your mental faculties and sharpen your fo-

including games, videos, and interactive songs, puzzles, and flashcards. It covers read-

cus. It does this in an entertaining way using games that allow

ing, language arts, science, and social studies. You can track

you to tighten up your memory, attention, and flexibility using

your children’s progress on the website, and it runs around

a scientifically validated task system.

$20 per month.

So, while learning can be a real

News-O-Matic Edu is a great tool for students to broaden

drag, these new tech tools can

their learning. The first of its kind, it’s a newspaper made ex-

be wonderful and truly fulfilling.

clusively for students. It combines editorial and technology

Check out the options above

and covers a number of subjects, including reading, social

and enjoy. One day, I should

studies, geography, science, and more. Pricing varies, so

really try to finish high school…

check out their website at newsomatic.org. And because it’s not only kids that want education, it’s for adults as well, with many options to choose from.

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EMPOWER ILLUMINATE EDUCATIONAL THERAPY GROUP 4768 Park Granada, #106, Calabasas | 747.888.3330 | illuminateedtherapy.com At Illuminate Educational Therapy Group, the therapists’ and learning specialists’ expertise lies in working with students who learn differently. They hold intensive, individualized, one-on-one sessions to remediate the deep, foundational academic skills that students need in order to be successful in the classroom and in their lives. Illuminate lives for that “lightbulb” moment as they boost self-esteem, confidence, and happiness while helping students navigate their learning environments. They pride themselves in ensuring that their students are working with the right educator because they feel strongly that rapport, chemistry, and specialization are all necessary for success. It has been a challenging time to be in school during the COVID-19 pandemic. Illuminate has supported its students every step of the way, scaffolding them through unanticipated and unimaginable obstacles faced both in and out of school. Educational therapy has been key while students recover academically, socially, and emotionally from the pandemic’s trauma.

KUMON MATH AND READING CENTER OF CALABASAS - WEST 4774 Park Granada, #9, Calabasas | 818.224.3264 kumon.com/calabasas-west-ca | IG: @kumoncalabasaswest Let Kumon Math and Reading Center help your child have a successful year. Kumon’s academicenrichment program has helped children achieve success worldwide for over 60 years. The Calabasas West location currently offers in-person sessions at the center as well as virtual sessions via Zoom. Whether children are seeking enrichment, need help catching up, or are just beginning their academic career, Kumon can help them become focused, motivated, and self-reliant. Kumon’s emphasis on individualized learning allows each student to advance through the program at his or her own pace. The center’s vision is to instill a lifelong love of learning in children and to help shape their futures as well as the world’s future. This vision is in line with Kumon’s mission of achieving world peace brought about by education. With a strong academic foundation, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, your child has the potential to achieve whatever he or she desires.

OAKS CHRISTIAN LEARNING CENTER 31255 Cedar Valley Dr., Westlake Village | 818.824.9449 oakschristian.org/oaks-learning-center Remote or on-campus, students thrive at Oaks Christian (OC) Learning Center. The OC Learning Center is open to all public and private school K-12 students and has a full program of offerings from one-on-one tutoring to standardized-test preparation, both virtually and onsite. The program has proven successful in helping students become independent learners using skills such as goal setting and time management. Help is available for math, English, science, social studies, history, and foreign languages. Support is also available for online students and homeschool students. The OC Learning Center has served over 800 students in the areas of academic tutoring, SAT and ACT test preparation, and cognitive skills development. Oaks Christian also offers a performance-based, brain-training center with technology previously only available at top universities. This technology can physically improve networks in the brain that are involved in ADD/ADHD and memory processing issues, focus, attention, organization, and stress.

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Swing of Things!

Help Kids Get Back Into the

By Lori Berezin

In 1956, President Eisenhower created a council on physical

fitness instead of the latest video games. Inspire, but don’t

fitness which later grew into the President's Council on Physi-

push them to participate in their favorite team sports. Or buy

cal Fitness under President Kennedy. Its main purpose was to

bicycles and ride around town together.

encourage children to pursue sports and other physical activities in schools and with their families. As childhood obesity

There’s plenty to do year-round in sunny SoCal to keep our

increases at an alarming rate, quadrupling over the past 40

kids active. Swimming, roller blading, basketball, and baseball

years—from 4.2 to 17.4%—according to the National Health

are just a few. An activity such as skateboarding, which has

and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), now, more than

even become an Olympic sport, improves both aerobic fitness

ever, we must find ways to help our youngsters (and oldsters)

and balance. A game of pickle ball or tennis becomes a great

improve their activity level and health.

way for parents and kids or siblings to bond. Dance eases stress and keeps everyone limber. Encourage socially-distant dance

According to the CDC, children need at least 60 minutes

classes or even streaming ones you and your child can en-

of aerobic activity per day. Kids naturally love to play out-

joy together. Team sports definitely took a hit during our pan-

doors. Modern technology, with its mind-numbing array of

demic, however as more things open up, kids can hopefully

video games and entertainment, can turn any kid into a

get back to fostering new friendships and teamwork. Who

couch potato. It’s our job as parents to keep them moving.

knows? You might have a future Olympic athlete or prima

Take family walks. Give them gifts that encourage physical

ballerina waiting to blossom. n

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ENRICH MONARCHS GYMNASTICS AND PARKOUR 5331 Derry Ave., #C-1, Agoura Hills | 818.889.3634 | monarchsgym.com Monarchs is a children’s center dedicated to inspiring kids to grow through developing their minds and bodies. Visit them in Agoura Hills or Newbury Park or catch a mobile gym around town. Monarchs offers curriculum-based, physical-instruction programs designed to cultivate your child’s active lifestyle through kinder gym, recreational and competitive gymnastics, tumbling, cheer, trampoline, flips and tricks, parkour, and free running, all for children ages 15 months and up. They offer daily preschool and non-curriculum-based programs geared towards fostering learning through fun. Camp is also offered year-round during summer, winter, spring, and holidays. Monarchs has private birthday parties, weekly themed Friday-night “Parent’s Night Out,” and daily Open Play. MonarX Parkour, a specially designed indoor parkour complex for budding traceurs ages 6+, provides curriculum-based and freestyle options. Monarchs Mobile brings the gym to you, helping kids grow motor skills through foundational gymnastics, sports, and life skills. Monarchs is open seven days a week to meet the needs of busy families.

DANCE DIMENSIONS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 23241 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills | 818.999.3262 | mydancedimensions.com Dance Dimensions Performing Arts Center (DDPAC) fosters the love of dance in a supportive and enthusiastic environment, offering beginner through advanced classes for all ages.

Their vision is to enrich the community through the discipline of dance, building self-confidence and creativity to help students succeed in life. Their wide variety of classes include aerial silk, trapeze, and harness to acro, ballet, tap, musical theatre, hip hop, and Bollywood plus an award-winning competitive dance team. Auditions are every spring. Acting coach and talent manager Wendee Cole teaches acting classes for children and teens.

DDPAC also offers a master class series featuring well-known choreographers who bring their unique talents directly to the students. At DDPAC, the idea is instilled that dance is not only movement but a way of life, with lessons that can be applied to an ever-changing and culturally diverse society. To register or view a current schedule, visit their website.

CANTOR'S DRIVING SCHOOL Serving West L.A. & SW Ventura County 310.910.9070 | cantorsdrivingschoolca.com Cantor’s Driving School has trained more than 50,000 students since founding its family-owned business in 1976. They understand that becoming a new driver comes with great responsibility, where students are not just responsible for themselves but their vehicles, passengers, and the other cars and drivers on the road. They offer practical driving experiences behind the wheel of their 5-star-safety-rated dual-control cars so that student drivers can gain the knowledge and know-how to deal with everyday driving situations—giving them the foundation to become safe drivers for life. The instructors at Cantor’s Driving School are committed to teaching students how to be the safest drivers possible. All instructors go through extensive background checks and satisfy all-state requirements—ensuring that students learn the most up-to-date techniques and safe-driving standards. Cantor’s Driving School is a member of the Driving School Association of America (DSAA) school and is certified by the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles.

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DRIVING SCHOOL 310-910-9070

www.CantorsDrivingSchoolCA.com EXPERIENCED, KNOWLEDGEABLE AND PROFESSIONAL INSTRUCTORS

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ENRICH CLASS ACT COMMUNITY PLAYHOUSE 5345 Wilhelmina Ave., Woodland Hills | 818.835.2716 | classactmusicaltheatre.com Have your kids and tweens join the fun at the award-winning, premier children's theatre company in the San Fernando Valley. Class Act Community Theatre and Playhouse is a year-round, innovative theatre program, providing students 4 through 15 years old with a creative foundation in music, theatre, and acting. Class Act’s mission is to positively impact the lives of its students and families by encouraging personal growth through creative expression and theatre. Its programs offer the fundamental backbone to excel on a personal and professional level, and it caters to the needs of every student who enters the door. The Kids Musical Theatre Program has been the core of Class Act since 1985, with enrollment every spring, summer, and fall catering to kids in first through eighth grade. Younger kids ages 4 to 6 can also enroll each season for the Rising Stars classes. Class Act is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and offers many ways for the community to get involved to support its 235-seat theatre.

JUNIOR GOLF ACADEMY CALABASAS COUNTRY CLUB

4515 Park Entrada, Calabasas | 818.444.5547 | calabasasgolf.com Calabasas Country Club offers the perfect environment for student golfers and is the only program in Southern California with certified Hank Haney instructors. The club offers an elite training program designed for dedicated tournament players ages 12 and older. The program follows a systematic approach that helps direct each player’s progression from middle school to high school and on to collegiate golf. David Franks, PGA director of instruction; Casey Lum, lead instructor; and Timothy Galvan, player development specialist are committed to helping new golfers learn to play their best game. By utilizing the Golf Performance Center, two putting greens, the Dave Pelz-designed short-game area, the full practice range, and the TrackMan Launch Monitor, the Academy instructors are prepared to help student golfers further enjoy the game through improvement. This well-rounded instruction also includes on-course instruction where students receive help with planning their shots, thinking more effectively, hitting from various slopes and lies, and playing situation-specific shots to become life-long lovers of the sport.

PARENT & ME CLASSES AT CALABASAS PEDIATRICS WELLNESS CENTER 23586 Calabasas Rd., #107, Calabasas | 661.299.4059 | IG: @pregbabyandbeyond Newborn Care Specialist Polly Gannon offers families her popular Parent & Me classes and workshops in eight-week sessions for babies and toddlers. Her Parent & Me classes are designed to build a support system for new parents so they can develop more confidence in parenting. She also educates parents on how babies grow socially, emotionally, and physically. Parents receive expert guidance on topics including feeding, sleep developmental milestones, play, safety, and when to call a pediatrician. Polly also stays in touch with parent who have taken her classes with weekly emails with helpful parenting tips and guidance. Spaces for group classes are limited for COVID safety and distancing requirements—but parents can also sign up for private sessions upon request. Polly has over 25 years of experience caring for newborns and families both in home and previously at Cedar Sinai hospital. She is one of the most requested nighttime newborn care experts around!

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EducationalPlaces —— F O R FA M ILY DAY ——

GRIFFITH PARK OBSERVATORY Get inspired at Southern California’s gateway to the cosmos. Look through telescopes, explore exhibits, see live shows in the Samuel Oschin Planetarium, and enjoy spectacular views of Los Angeles and the Hollywood sign daily. For best viewing, visit on a day with clear skies. griffithobservatory.org 213.473.0800 Los Angeles

CALIFORNIA SCIENCE CENTER Exciting explorations, delightful discoveries, and wild wonders await you. The California Science Center is a dynamic destination where families explore the wonders of science through interactive exhibits, live demos, innovative programs, and awe-inspiring films. californiasciencecenter.org 323.724.3623 Los Angeles

L.A. HOLOCAUST MUSEUM Los Angeles Museum of the Holocaust commemorates those who perished, honors those who survived, and houses artifacts that miraculously weathered the Holocaust. It features interactive exhibits, wall displays with critical history, and actual footage taken during the era. lamoth.org 323.651.3704 Los Angeles

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REAGAN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY In addition to extensive archives, collections, and research facilities, the Reagan Library features over 200,000 square feet of exhibits, including Air Force One and a replica of the Oval Office. The library and museum are designed for self-touring. reaganlibrary.gov 805.577.4000 Simi Valley

UNDERWOOD FARMS From pick-your-own produce/pumpkins and lively animal shows to hosting seasonal festivals, Underwood Family Farms’ mission is to strengthen the relationship between consumers and their farm through high-quality produce and positive farm experiences. underwoodfamilyfarms.com 805.529.3690 Moorpark

THE GENTLE BARN A sanctuary for farm animals, The Gentle Barn rescues animals from severe abuse and neglect and rehabilitates them. Hug the cows, give the pigs belly rubs, cuddle the turkeys, feed the horses, and learn the story of their resilience. gentlebarn.org 661.252.2440 Santa Clarita

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What You Should Expect From Your Financial Advisor

By Mark Wendell

In the realm of investment advice, value is defined by what you receive from your advisory relationship that meets or exceeds

Implementation of the Selected Strategy With your asset allocation in place, the work begins on con-

your expectations, for the fees paid. With most clients, it has much

structing your portfolio using select institutional asset-class

less to do with pricing or investment performance than it has to

investments to achieve optimum diversification. Institution-

do with the fulfillment of promises and commitments made at the

al investment strategies provide exposure across multiple

outset of the relationship. But the commitments will only have val-

sectors and geographic regions at reasonable cost/fee-ver-

ue if they are based on your clearly defined and thoroughly dis-

sus-risk-versus-expected returns.

cussed needs, expectations, and goals. You know you’ve found the right financial advisor when the advisor’s process includes, at a minimum, these five elements:

Assessment of Your Financial Situation and Goals

Monitoring and Shifting Your Portfolio With a sound investment strategy based exclusively on your personal benchmarks in place, there is little reason to track your investments daily, weekly, or even monthly. Instead, you and your advisor should establish regular intervals to review

The initial meeting must consist of a thorough assessment of your current

and measure progress and adjust your plan based on any

financial situation in view of your most important goals. It is here where

changes in circumstances.

you and your financial advisor must have a frank and in-depth discussion of what you want to have happen now and in the future based

Your financial advisor should clearly explain and document the

on your values, beliefs, and priorities, all of which sets the course for

detail in these five steps. In addition, both his/her and your re-

developing and implementing your financial plan.

sponsibilities require clear definition. An understanding of the

Establishment of Long-Term Investment Objectives

services to be provided in the firm’s engagement agreement is vital to a long-term successful relationship. The client-advisor relationship is defined in large part by an advisor’s ability to

Having a clear understanding of your financial goals, your fi-

provide impartial advice via a fiduciary standard. This fiducia-

nancial profile and your risk profile, your advisor should establish

ry standard always includes the ability of an advisor to act in

well-defined benchmarks that form the basis of your ongoing in-

your best interest and to fully disclose their compensation and

vestment strategy that will help guide you on your choice of a

potential conflicts of interest. A successful advisor engagement

risk-versus-return strategy.

will be the natural outcome when an honest and open ongo-

Development of Your Asset-Allocation Plan With your benchmarks in place, your advisor should formulate an asset-allocation strategy that reflects your risk/return requirements. This involves identifying a mix of investment vehicles within asset classes with the potential to generate the returns dictated by your benchmarks with an acceptable range of portfolio volatility.

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ing discussion is the chosen format from the beginning. n MD Wealth Partners, Inc.: A personal wealth enhancement boutique for select clients. mark@mdwealthpartners.com mdwealthpartners.com 805.402.8642

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he atmosphere at Westlake ViIlage’s newest Japanese restaurant, Urban Crunch Sushi & Ramen, is simple and understated, and their food is simply delicious. From elegant hand rolls to

homemade teriyaki and ramen, Urban Crunch caters to sushi and ramen connoisseurs alike.

Urban Crunch began as an exclusive meal-prep and catering company. Owner Mike Elmachtoub subsequently opened Urban Crunch Café for customers craving food on the go. After incorporating several sushi and ramen dishes into the menu, he realized there was a real demand for Japanese fare. So, several months ago, he launched Urban Crunch Sushi & Ramen, combining a decade of restaurant experience with his executive chef’s 17 years.

“I have always wanted to expand my horizons and dive into the sushi and ramen sector,” explains Elmachtoub. “Meeting the right people and having such a strong executive chef by my side allowed me to pursue this opportunity.”

Their talented chef customizes sushi rolls, crafting keto, vegan, or other scrumptious specialty rolls right on the spot for lunch and dinner. More traditional fare includes the signature Urban Roll, packed with crab, avocado, and shrimp tempura and wrapped in salmon, and the Yellowtail Delight Roll, with fresh yellowtail, cilantro, and cucumber and surrounded by avocado, spicy jalapeño, and sriracha and tangy yuzu sauce. The fiery Jalapeño Roll with spicy tuna and cream cheese, surrounded by eel sauce, spicy mayo, sriracha, chili oil, and green onions, also packs a punch.

Popular vegetarian items include the Veggie Roll filled with avocado, cucumber, gobo, asparagus, and kaiware (sprouted daikon radish) and capped off with sweet and salty citrus-soy ponzu sauce and the healthy Veggie Tem Roll with broccoli, sweet potato, and asparagus tempura and topped with tempting spicy mayo. Guests warm up their tastebuds with a bowl of piping-hot ramen with homemade noodles or try their luck with the deep-fried Vegas Roll, overflowing with spicy crab, salmon, tuna, cream cheese, and avocado and wrapped delicately in soy paper. Whatever you choose, dining onsite or enjoying takeout or delivery, you’re sure to be a winner with Urban Crunch’s freshly made food and great prices. n Urban Crunch Sushi & Ramen 2400 Willow Lane Westlake Village 747.344.9281 urbancrunchsushiandramen.com Calabasas Style 167

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By Kaylie Carafelli

With the changing seasons upon us, we’re ready to cozy up with our favorite fall dishes. Whether you opt for a warm, hearty soup or refreshing gazpacho, these comforting recipes are sure to make the perfect bowl of belly-filling goodness.

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TURKEY AND VE GETABLE BARLEY SOUP Ingredients 1 tbsp. canola

oil 5 medium carro ts, chopped 1 medium onion , chopped 2 /3 cup quick-coo king barley 6 cups chicken broth 2 cups cubed co oked turkey brea st 2 cups fresh ba by spinach ½ tsp. pepper Directions In large sauc epan, heat oil over medium-high heat.

Add carrots an d onion; stir until carrots ar e crisp-tender, 45 minutes.

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Directions In saucepan, combine cauli flower, broth, water, and ga rlic; bring to bo il.

Simmer uncovered until ca uliflower is tend er . In skillet, cook sausage and mushroom s until sausage is no longer pink . Remove with slo tted spoon.

Add sausage to cauliflower mixture; return to boil. Simmer 5 minutes, unco vered. Stir in cream. Serve wi th bacon.

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september EVERY SATURDAY | 8 AM – 1 PM: CALABASAS FARMERS MARKET Rain or shine, local vendors bring a variety of fresh, seasonal fruits, veggies, and flowers; artisanal baked goods; and prepared foods to-go to Old Town Calabasas. Call 818.591.8161 for more information.

SEPTEMBER 11 AND 12 | 10 AM – 5 PM: VENTURA ART AND STREET PAINTING FESTIVAL Enjoy a weekend on the coast with artists showing and selling dazzling artwork and street painters creating colorful chalk pastel murals on the Ventura Harbor’s sidewalks. Admission is free. Visit venturaartfestival.com for more information.

SEPTEMER 18 | 9 AM – 12 PM: CALABASAS PHARMACY HEALTH FAIR Calabasas Pharmacy, located inside Gelson’s Market (22277 Mulholland Hwy.), will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a health fair at the pharmacy, including free health screenings, medication reviews, and more. The first 50 guests will receive a gift. For details, call 818.223.8656.

SEPTEMBER 26 AND OCTOBER 24 | 7 AM – 2 PM: TOPANGA VINTAGE MARKET Scour for unique vintage items from over 180 vendors and refuel at gourmet food trucks at one of L.A.’s top flea markets. Held at Pierce College in Woodland Hills on the fourth Sunday of every month. Admission is $5 and free for veterans and their families and kids under 12. Visit topangavintagemarket.com for more information.

SEPTEMBER 29 TO OCTOBER 3: 8TH ANNUAL CALABASAS FILM FESTIVAL Join our fabulous community as many of Calabasas’ most talented residents join forces for a must-attend, five-day, fun-filled event, complete with hand-selected film premieres from all genres guaranteed to entertain and lively, catered cocktail hours and after parties. Purchase tickets and find more information at calabasasfilmfestival.com.

SEPTEMBER 30 | 7 PM – 10 PM: COMEDY FOR A CAUSE BENEFITTING LVUSD AND THE FOUNDATION Subculture Comedy presents Comedy for a Cause at The Six Chow House Calabasas, a live stand-up show hosted by Calabasas’ own Adam Freeman and featuring an amazing lineup.

Laugh, drink, and eat while supporting LVUSD and The Foundation. Seating is limited. For tickets, search Eventbrite for “subculture comedy.”

october OCTOBER 1 TO 3 | 10 AM – 5 PM: 49TH ANNUAL HARVEST FESTIVAL There is much to celebrate as the Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show returns to the Ventura County Fairgrounds, welcoming attendees back for a safe day of fun for all ages.

This one-of-a-kind event offers more than 24,000 handmade creations from hundreds of exhibitors, specialty foods, strolling performers, a Kidzone, and more. Bring nonperishable food donation to receive $2 off admission. For more information, visit harvestfestival.com.

OCTOBER 22 TO 24: THE CARNIVAL FOR LAS VIRGENES SCHOOLS The Foundation for Las Virgenes Schools is excited to bring families together for much needed, in-person fun once again with The Carnival at Whizin Market Square in Agoura Hills. The Carnival includes exciting rides and fun games for all ages. Admission is free and everyone in the community is welcome. Visit thefoundationlvs.org to find out more.

OCTOBER 31 | 11 AM – 2 PM: FALL FAMILY FESTIVAL AND CAR SHOW The West Valley Warner Center Chamber of Commerce is hosting a spirited Halloween festival complete with free activities, games, a costume parade, and tons of fun—no tickets needed to play! A car show will top off the festivities held at Rose Goldwater Community Center at Westfield Topanga. For more information, visit woodlandhillscc.net or call 818.347.4737.

Send calendar submissions three months in advance to infocalabasasstyle@gmail.com.

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TIFA’S CARS AND GELATO Azzie Fiouzi, owner of T ifa Chocolate & Gelato in Calabasas, offered a sweet treat for car enthusiasts and their families by hosting another Cars & Gelato event on Sunday, June 27.

The event, organized by Azzie’s husband, Arya Fiouzi, and his friends, gathered and displayed a variety of classic and exotic cars in the parking lot in front of the T ifa Calabasas store located in the Courtyard at the Commons. The event attracted hundreds of families eager to spend time checking out the unique cars on display while catching up with friends and neighbors. What made the event even sweeter was that guests got to enjoy T ifa’s wonder ful hand-crafted gelato and sorbetto which they offer in 24 flavors, including vegan varieties. The store also offers delicious artisan chocolates, fresh baked goods, espresso, pour-over coffee, and cold brew. For more info, follow them on Instagram @tifa_calabasas.

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The Mustang Mach1

By Dustin Troyan Photography by Ford The iconic Mustang Mach 1 is back after 17 years! Mustang enthusiasts are very excited about the opportunity to own a Mach 1 or to add on to their collection, and the 2021 Mustang Mach 1 is a package that is hard to beat.

Similar to the 1969 Mach 1, the 2021 Mach 1 model is placed above the GT line and just below the Shelby GT 350. Offering styling and per formance unique to the Mach 1, this may just be the best value in a Mustang you can buy.

With limited-edition styling and high-per formance options, this is a daily driver track car that can compete with other sports cars much beyond the Mach 1 price point.

The Mach 1’s powerplant is a specially calibrated 5.0-liter V8 engine that produces 480 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 420 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,600 rpm. Mach 1 will get you from standing to 60 miles per hour in a breath over four seconds.

The Mach 1 comes standard with a Tremec ™ 3160 6-speed manual transmission or a 10-speed SelectShift ™ automatic transmission. The huge 15-in. front-disc brakes will stop you on a dime.

Ford offers many different configurations for the Mach 1. With its custom-styling packages and per formance packages, the Mach 1 will definitely become collectible just as the previous models have. Well done, Ford! For more information, visit Ford.com. n

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WESTFIELD TOPANGA AND THE VILLAGE’S HELLO SUNSHINE From retailer giveaways, live music, and Ferris wheel rides to larger-thanlife outdoor games, Westfield Topanga and The Village’s “Hello Sunshine” campaign arrived just in time for the summer months. The community was welcome to discover the essence of the season and enjoy an ambiance that brought back imagination and celebration for a weekend-long series of events and activities beginning June 25 through June 27.

The activities included a Hello Sunshine VIP Lounge with complimentary sips and gifts exclusively for Gold and Platinum Westfield Reward Members and a Splish-Splash Summer Blast for kids to cool off in pop-jets and splash along a water scrim. Guests received scratch card giveaways for the chance to win thousands of dollars in prizes from Aldo, Athleta, Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-BQue, and more. For future event information, visit westfield.com/topanga.

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PASO ROBLES

By Lori Berezin Photography by Gayle Barnes and Debbie Vaccarello Many people pass through Paso Robles on their way to or from someplace else. However, it’s truly a unique destination on its own. Located between Los Angeles and San Francisco amid the rolling hills of Central California’s exquisite wine country, Paso

enjoying

Robles offers a respite from the hustle and bustle

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with world-class wineries, restaurants, farmers’ markets, art installations, musical events, and more.

Celebrate the harvest Visit the lovely Niner Wine Estates along scenic Highway 46, which stretches east to west from Highway 101 to the central coast. Enjoy a spectacular sunset dinner during the summer and fall. Sample some of your favorite varieties at Epoch Estate Wines, which includes Paderewski, Catapult, and York Mountain vineyards. Check out their charmingly refurbished 1898 farmhouse and barn that “rival the best in Texas.” Owners Bill and Liz Armstrong carefully restored the structures of this historic property, formerly known as the Ascension Winery. Crafted in 1882 by Andrew York, it was the first bonded winery along California’s marvelous coast.

Illuminate your senses Visit Sensorio, created by world-renowned artist Bruce Munro. Take a self-guided tour through the spectacular 15-acre field of lights. Walk amid thousands of color-changing spheres and wine bottles honoring the exquisite vineyards of Paso Robles. n

The Heart of Central California’s Wine Country

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_ TAKEOUT, DINE IN, or Delivery _

Treat yourself to a night off, and support our local eateries.

Barney’s Gourmet Hamburgers Opening Fall 2021 The Commons at Calabasas barneyshamburgers.com

Mastro’s Ocean Club 18412 Pacific Coast Hwy. Malibu 310.454.4357 mastros.com

Social Monk Asian Kitchen 4000 Thousand Oaks Blvd., #C1 Westlake Village 805.370.8290 socialmonk.com

Mediterraneo 32037 Agoura Rd. Westlake Village 818.889.9105 med-rest.com

Sugarfish 4799 Commons Way, #G Calabasas 818.223.9966 sugarfishsushi.com

Brent’s Delicatessen & Restaurant 2799 Townsgate Rd. Westlake Village 805.557.1882 brentsdeli.com

Morton’s The Steakhouse 6250 Canoga Ave. Woodland Hills 818.703.7272 mortons.com

The Grill on the Alley 120 Promenade Way Westlake Village 805.418.1760 thegrillonthealley.com

Emil’s Bake House 5005 Kanan Rd. Agoura Hills 818.532.7663 emilsbakehouse.com

Nothing Bundt Cakes 6524 Platt Ave. West Hills 818.340.2253 nothingbundtcakes.com

The Six Chow House 23536 Calabasas Rd. Calabasas 818.222.6969 thesixrestaurant.com

Farfalla Trattoria 160 Promenade Way Westlake Village 805.497.2283 farfallawestlakevillage.com

P.F. Chang’s 2250 Thousand Oaks Blvd.

Thousand Oaks 805.277.5915 pfchangs.com

The Stonehaus 32039 Agoura Rd. Westlake Village 818.483.1152 the-stonehaus.com

H.O.M Italian Eatery 21136 Ventura Blvd.

Woodland Hills 818.313.9500 letsgohom.com

Paul Martin’s American Grill 100 S. Westlake Blvd.

Westlake Village 805.373.9300 paulmartinsamericangrill.com

Tifa Chocolate & Gelato 23655 Calabasas Rd. Calabasas 818.912.6911 tifachocolateandgelato.com

Julio’s Agave Grill 2809 Agoura Rd. Westlake Village 805.370.145 julioswestlakevillage.com

Pearl District 982 S. Westlake Blvd., #8 Westlake Village 805.230.9944 pearldistrictrestaurant.com

Toscanova 4799 Commons Way, #A Calabasas 818.225.0499 toscanova.com

King’s Fish House 4798 Commons Way Calabasas 818.225.1979 kingsfishhouse.com

Pedalers Fork 23504 Calabasas Rd. Calabasas 818.225.8231 pedalersfork.com

Twisted Oak Tavern 30105 Agoura Rd. Agoura Hills 818.735.0091 twistedoaktavern.pub

Lal Mirch 5146 Kanan Rd. Agoura Hills 818.532.7532 lalmirchagourahills.com

Porta Via 4799 Commons Way, #J Calabasas 818.746.2020 portaviarestaurants.com

Urban Crunch Sushi & Ramen 2400 Willow Ln. Westlake Village 747.344.9281 urbancrunchsushiandramen.com

Mastro’s Steakhouse 2087 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd.

Thousand Oaks 805.418.1811

Sagebrush Cantina 23527 Calabasas Rd. Calabasas 818.222.6062 sagebrushcantina.com

Zin Bistro Americana 32131 Lindero Cyn. Rd., #111 Westlake Village 818.865.0095 zinwestlake.com

Bogie’s Bar 32001 Agoura Rd. Westlake Village 818.889.2394 bogies-bar.com

Contact the restaurants directly for details. The days and hours they are open are often updated.

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WHAT’S NEW IN

Real Estate “Buyers decide in the first eight seconds of seeing a home if they’re interested in buying it. Get out of your car, walk in their shoes, and see what they see within the first eight seconds.”

— Barbara Corcoran

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Barbara Alpert 818.625.1377

BarbaraAlpert@aol.com CalRE# 01199909 Luxury Property Specialist

Coldwell Banker Realty

Specialist in Gated Communities & Luxury Properties

Featured listing: Mont Calabasas

Gorgeous 5 bedroom Mont Calabasas home with an office plus a large bonus room located near the top of this exclusive guard-gated community on a large and private lot with lots of mature trees and plants. All bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms. Large gourmet kitchen with large center island is open to the huge family room. Hardwood floors! Amazing backyard with covered patio, grassy lawns, salt water pool, and spa. Energy efficient home with solar power. Offered at $2,500,000

I Don’t Just List Homes, I Sell Them! ©2020 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Each Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage office is owned by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker® and the Coldwell Banker Logo, Coldwell Banker Previews International® and the Coldwell Banker Previews International Logo, are registered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Broker does not guarantee the accuracy of square footage, lot size or other information concerning the condition or features of property provided by seller or obtained from public records or other sources, and the buyer is advised to independently verify the accuracy of that information through personal inspection and with appropriate professionals.

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STREET NAME

NEIGHBOORHOOD

SQ. FT.

LIST PRICE

SALE PRICE

24715 Via Del Llano

Calabasas Hills

1575

$1,128,000

$1,128,000

24747 Via Pradera

Calabasas Hills

2873

$1,985,000

$2,037,500

24725 Avenida Asoleada

Calabasas Hills

2798

$1,999,999

$2,200,000

4370 Park Milano

Classic Calabasas

3186

$1,700,000

$1,850,000

24664 Cordillera

Vista Pointe

3483

$2,295,000

$2,400,000

3955 Poppyseed

Lone Oak

2469

$1,225,000

$1,293,085

26612 Sunflower

Lone Oak

2469

$1,275,000

$1,370,000

3804 Mountain Shadows

Calabasas View

3602

$1,799,000

$1,840,750

3924 Black Bird

Bird Streets

1347

$875,000

$900,000

4010 Black Bird

Bird Streets

4193

$2,249,000

$2,385,000

22789 Liberty Bell

Mulwood

2355

$1,275,000

$1,415,000

22457 De Kalb

Mulwood

2304

$1,399,900

$1,425,000

4106 Bon Homme

Mulwood

2370

$1,499,000

$1,499,000

22988 Paul Revere

Mulwood

2207

$1,695,000

$1,670,000

3544 Ganelon

Mulwood Heights

3191

$1,925,000

$1,915,000

3811 Waterford

Mulholland Heights

3895

$1,995,000

$2,128,000

850 Cold Canyon

Mulholland Corridor

2349

$1,699,000

$1,300,000

2150 Cold Canyon

Mulholland Corridor

4840

$1,999,000

$2,000,000

4139 Vicasa

Calabasas Country Estates

5246

$2,995,000

$3,033,333

5457 Villawood

Mountain View

5700

$3,375,000

$3,400,000

25591 Prado De Las Flores

The Oaks

6943

$4,795,000

$4,425,000

23597 Park South

Park South Estates

8925

$8,295,000

$7,700,000

5626 Jed Smith

Hidden Hills

2270

$2,995,000

$2,800,000

5307 Scott Robertson

Hidden Hills

5310

$3,995,000

$4,335,000

*Sales represent closed transactions between 6/28/2021- 7/26/2021 (Standard Sales only)

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