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HEALTHY BODY & MIND

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JANUARY 2018 PUBLISHER

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MORE THAN 15 YEARS AGO I MADE WHAT FOR ME WAS A VERY RARE BELATED (IN JUNE) NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION. It was one that thousands of middle-aged people make: “I’m gonna get back in shape.” The epiphany for me was when we were celebrating my daughter’s graduation from Brown University— what should have been a great time was a struggle. I felt miserable physically, and while not suffering from a debilitating illness, I was just tired, with aches and pains in my back, knee and shoulder—all the result of too much “good living.” Good being defined as too much food, wine, travel and an all-around couch potato lifestyle.

When I got back to California, I joined a gym. I also signed on with a trainer. What I discovered was that because I was basically healthy with good cardio health, I had let that cover up my general deterioration. I could not take any credit for the cardio part—good genes took care of that. The deterioration was all on me taking

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for granted what had been a fairly athletic body and letting it go.

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Now all these years later, I continue to drag myself out of bed 90 minutes earlier than is necessary for my work and go to the gym. I do this almost every day and will do so for as long as I can. My workouts are not really about the vanity of looking good. They are about my increased stamina for work and play, overall strength and knowing that I can run around like a fool and play the tickle monster

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as I chase my grandchildren. I look forward to their graduations and actually being in better shape than I was at my daughter’s so many years ago.

Your age is just a number. It’s what you do with that age that counts. So here is a Call to Action: Guys and gals, get up and get moving in 2018!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2018

FEATURES 12 Wellness for All Local Boys & Girls Club Promotes Well-Being for All Ages

18 True Health Shaping Up Inside & Out

22 Music to Our Ears Pepperdine Concerts Fill the New Year with Sound

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26 Financial Fitness Tips to Shape Up Your Bottom Line

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Giving Back

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Healthy Lifestyle

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Local’s Choice

24 Locals Only 26 Financial Buzz 30 Lifestyle Calendar

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32 Parting Thoughts

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A NIGHT OF COMEDY Join the Palisades community at this special

being accepted from Jan. 29-Feb. 7. The art show

Night of Comedy celebrating Chamber CEO Arnie

is open to students in Grades K-12 to showcase

Wishnick and inducting new Honorary Mayors

their artwork. Each student may submit one work

Janice and Billy Crystal. This first-of-its-kind

of art; all mediums accepted. All artwork must be

fundraising event features cocktails, nibbles and

mounted, matted or framed, and entrants must

especially laughs, as outgoing Palisades Honorary

complete two entry forms. The student art exhibit

Mayor Kevin Nealon ends his term and celebrates

is non-judged. Drop off artwork at Malibu Bluffs

Pacific Palisades’ “fearless leader,” Arnie Wishnick.

Park, 24250 Pacific Coast Hwy, or Malibu City Hall,

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to better the Palisades’ way of life and unique character. This special event takes place Saturday, Jan. 20, at 7 p.m. at the Pacific Palisades Woman’s Club. $175. PalisadesChamber.com

NEIGHBORHOOD GARDEN CORNER Share your surplus of vegetables, fruit or herbs with neighbors or those in need by contacting Palisades Cares or OPCC. Located in Santa Monica, OPCC provides services to low income and homeless individuals, victims of domestic violence, at-risk youth and people with mental illness or substance abuse. Learn more at OPCC.net. PalisadesCares.org

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GIVING BACK

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB WELLNESS CENTER ENCOURAGES YOUTH TO REACH OUT & UP ARTICLE ALICIA DOYLE

THE NEW WELLNESS CENTER AT THE

To that end, the center offers no-cost individ-

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF MALIBU WAS

ual and family counseling services and parent

INSPIRED BY A COLLECTIVE CONCERN

education, as well as drug and alcohol preven-

OVER A LACK OF ACCESSIBLE AND

tion and education programming through its

AFFORDABLE SERVICES AVAILABLE TO

weekly Brent's Club Meetings, funded through a

YOUTH IN MALIBU.

partnership with the Brent Shapiro Foundation.

“Malibu is a town of contrasting extremes,”

“Additionally we offer target groups, gen-

says Kasey Earnest, the club’s executive director.

der/age specific, focusing on increasing

The area includes 21 miles of scenic beauty, an

communication, confidence and estab-

enclave for the super famous and a small town

lishing positive and supportive friendships

made up of predominately hard working fami-

and overall increased social and emotional

lies—as well as an underrepresented population

intelligence,” Earnest says. “Recently the

of minority workers and their children who live

Wellness Center offered a stress and anx-

and/or commute into Malibu to work and send

iety workshop for the entire Malibu High

their children to Malibu’s public schools.

ninth grade class and we are planning more

“What makes our community challenging

opportunities similar to this.”

and special at the same time, is its smallness and its remote location,” Earnest says. “Because

The journey to the establishment of

town of Malibu’s economic status would other-

the Wellness Center has been a 17-year-

wise have. There is no access to free or reduced

long endeavor.

counseling services in Malibu.”

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of this, it lacks the community resources that a

“The Boys & Girls Club of Malibu was

The center is open Monday through

established in 1999 in direct response to the

Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and is available

Columbine Tragedy,” Earnest explains. “Our

to all Malibu public school children, kinder-

club's founders knew that Malibu’s teens

garten through 12th grade, and their families.

needed a place just for them—a place to be

“The Wellness Center is focused on providing

social with friends in a safe environment, but

services that support all Malibu youth and their

also a place where they could turn to a trust-

families socially and emotionally,” Earnest says.

ing adult if they needed help.”

For almost two decades, the Youth Development Staff have been there for thousands of youth, mentoring them and helping them navigate the challenges that come with growing up.

“Although it’s been a long-term desire of our club to offer more formalized wellness services for our population, only five years ago were we given a window of support to actualize this need,” Earnest says.

Through one of the club’s funders, the Pacific Youth Foundation, “we were introduced to the Social and Emotional Wellness Initiative, which provided the BGCM with Master's of Social Work Interns and their supervisors to provide support and counseling at the Clubhouse,” Earnest says.

Once the services became available, it was like opening

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up Pandora’s Box. “Our kids were begging for more support and we knew we needed to do more,” she says. “Thus we began the process of seeking out the financial support to have a new building added to our current Teen Center footprint, as well as developing the plan for Wellness Center staff and interns.”

The recent reality of the Wellness Center was made possible through a grant from the Ludwick Family Foundation, which provided funds to purchase the modular building and construction; Taslimi Construction Inc., which managed the building project pro bono; the City of Malibu, who for the past three years has financially supported the Wellness Center programming; and most recently, the Brent Shapiro Foundation for Drug Prevention.

Today, the purpose of the Wellness Center is to equip youth with the coping skills to manage their personal challenges and trauma, and to build self-worth and confidence—now and in their future adult lives.

“We have too many youth who contemplate suicide, who don’t respect themselves, their bodies or their ability to make a positive impact on others or in life in general,” Earnest says.

“We need to work together to support youth by increasing their social and emotional intelligence, letting them know we are here for them and that they are valued, loved and respected.”

The ultimate goal of the Wellness Center is the same as the goal of the Boys & Girls Club: save lives, she adds.

“We want our youth to do more than just thrive,” Earnest says.

“We want to enable them to reach their full potential as caring, contributing, productive individuals.”

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

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lifestyle counseling.

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the whole being versus just the symptoms; we individualize our

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therapies based on the person’s specific needs, and we observe

by conventional drug medications,” says Dr. Murphy, whose back-

on a daily basis that natural therapies have the power to balance

ground in meditation, massage therapy and yoga preceded her

and heal the body from all sorts of illnesses and symptoms.

interest in natural medicine.

“I started to study holistic medicine therapies and realized how

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direly our world needs this kind of medicine,” explains Dr. Murphy,

A. We have fun! We also have great integrity and we only

who resolved to become a Naturopathic Doctor and Licensed

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supplements and therapeutic tools and equipment. We do not

past five in Malibu—she rebranded her practice last year from Dr.

skimp on anything to increase profits. We always research to

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find the cleanest, most natural and efficacious ways of deliv-

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Murphy enjoys “connecting with people, hearing their stories and

A. We are naturopathic! Naturopathic doctors (NDs) are hard to

helping them wherever it is that they need support.”

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trained in natural medicine.

We love bringing medicine to our community in nonconventional,

Q. WHAT TYPE OF SERVICES DOES ZUMA WELLNESS OFFER?

on-location, concierge-style ways. Dr. Murphy has practiced in all

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sorts of settings—parties, festivals, movie shoots, grocery stores,

trum of holistic medical services including naturopathic doctor

pharmacies, gyms—even roadside along PCH!

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Q. DO YOU HAVE ANY UPCOMING EVENTS? 1. VITAMIN B SHOT POP-UP CLINICS, most days of the week, in various settings (schedule listed at ZumaWellness.com).

2. ZUMA HEALTH TALKS, monthly (3rd Thursdays) at 7 p.m., featuring experts in health and wellness.

3. ACUPUNCTURE SOUND BATHS, alternating Thursdays at 4:30 p.m.

Q. WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED ABOUT THE BUSINESS OF NATURAL MEDICINE? A. I have to listen to and follow it. It has its own interesting evolution.

It is a constant dialogue between what I know and do and what people are needing and what the world is calling for.

As an advocate for the growth of naturopathic medicine with the goal to help more people everywhere, Dr. Murphy is an active and passionate leader, currently developing a statewide health campaign called “Realize A Healthy California” as a CNDA board member and spearheading the creation of an annual naturopathic medicine music festival called “Celebrate Health” to raise awareness about natural medicine and the opportunity for better health.

“Life is meant to be lived…” says Dr. Murphy. “Don’t coast through it—make waves!”

When she’s not practicing medicine, Dr. Murphy loves dancing, traveling and exploring new cultures and ways of living/being.

Visit the attentive and heartfelt doctors and staff at Zuma Wellness to address your health care needs with convenient, quick service options like custom-blended B12 shots or more in-depth doctor consults and tailored treatment plans made just for you.

Zuma Wellness is located at 21355 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 202, in Malibu. Contact them at 310.317.4888 or visit ZumaWellness.com and DrSarahMurphy.com.

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The ZERONA Z6 is an especially popular treatment offered at Wagner Holistic Center. This noninvasive, low-level laser is FDA approved and

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Thousands have tried this procedure and have lost an average of 3.64 inches around the waist. Imagine going from a large to a medium, or a medium to a small, just by relaxing for 40 minutes a few times a week!

ZERONA APPLICATIONS The Zerona low-level laser therapy is approved for use on abdomens, hips and thighs. Patients lie on a comfortable table for 20 minutes on each side while the five lasers are applied to the

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BEING HEALTHY INVOLVES MORE THAN MAINTAINING A STRONG AND TONED PHYSIQUE AND EXTENDS TO FOCUSING ON OUR INNER WELL-BEING. For many, attaining peace of mind is more elusive than achieving a fit body. True health requires shaping up our whole being—body, mind and spirit. As important to good health as exercising and eating right, finding ways to relax and recharge the mind and spirit is essential to true wellness.

Balancing our inner and outer selves is the path to true health and happiness.

Luckily, the local options for finding that perfect balance between inner and outer wellness are endless.

From an abundance of natural settings that merge physical and emotional well-being, to an array of choices for working out and focusing on inner wellness, the local landscape leaves no excuse for not shaping up.

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HAPPY TRAILS

SURF’S UP!

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SURF’S UP

The ocean’s majesty is best experienced by jumping in and becoming one with the waves. Engrained in the area culture, surfing is a lifestyle for many who know its benefits go beyond the physical and encompass the mind and spirit. In addition to strengthening the core, back and heart, hanging 10 relieves stress and depression. boosting mood.

Popular surf spots dot the coastline—Topanga State Beach, Malibu First Point, Zuma Beach and County Line, to name a few. Starting a surfing adventure with lessons from local experts ensures safety while building skills. The Malibu Makos Surf Club offers year-round lessons for all ages, emphasizing ocean safety and including surfboards and wetsuits. Zuma Jay, near the Malibu Pier, is another local mainstay, offering lessons and equipment for all levels.

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HAPPY TRAILS Hiking can clear the mind and tone the body too!

Numerous studies note the stress-relieving benefits of spending time in nature, making hiking nature’s remedy for today’s chaotic lifestyle. Hiking improves cardiovascular health and decreases risk of stroke. Whatever your fitness level, finding a trail is a walk in the park, with thousands of acres of natural beauty and hundreds of trails for all levels nearby. Solstice Canyon, up Corral Canyon Road in Malibu, features easy to strenuous hikes through coastal sage scrub and native plants. Hike to the waterfall or explore the “Tropical Terrace.” Temescal Gateway Park in Pacific Palisades offers well-marked and maintained trails leading to waterfalls and breathtaking vistas. Find more favorite treks at Will Rogers Park, Los Liones Canyon and Topanga State Park. For group hiking, contact the Temescal Canyon Association at 310.459.5931.

YOGA & PILATES Yoga is a centuries-old practice and meditation loved by many for its far-reaching mind-body benefits. Practicing yoga increases strength and balance, improves cardiovascular function and creates a flexible, healthy body. Besides the physical perks, yoga increases awareness that extends beyond the yoga mat, impacting diet, self-esteem and well-being, according to Harvard Health Publishing in “Yoga

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– Benefits Beyond the Mat.” Practiced solo or in a group set-

and “re-educate movement patterns and rebalance the underlying muscu-

ting, yoga enhances the mind and body. Enjoy Mindfulness

lar and structural systems in the body,” according to the Pilates Foundation.

Yoga classes at Malibu Bluffs Park featuring a moving medi-

Incorporating the traditional principles of breath, concentration, centering,

tation connecting breath, body and mind, followed by a long

control, precision and flow, Pilates strengthens and tones the body while

savasana and guided meditation (MalibuCity.org). Popular

developing a greater awareness and trust in the body’s abilities. Often used

yoga studios include 5 Point Yoga in the Malibu Country

to heal specific conditions, such as sports injuries, spinal issues and even

Mart and Pacific Palisades’ Goorus Yoga.

Parkinson’s, Pilates delivers myriad mind-body benefits. Local favorite Pilates

Pilates balances and aligns the body to achieve better

studios include Pilates Plus Malibu, offering 40-minute full-body workouts and

posture, health and overall fitness. Developed in the 1920s

classes for all levels, and Noelle Rox Pilates in Pacific Palisades, with multi-

by Joseph and Clara Pilates, Pilates uses gravity, breath

level classes, including injury rehabilitation and pre- and postnatal Pilates, in

and spring resistance to target specific muscle groups

a beautiful, light-filled studio.

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THE SHAPE OF HEALTH

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HIT THE GYM

RETREAT

Walking through the doors of any fitness facility opens the opportunity to work

Making time for self-care and silence results in pro-

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Silence, peace and solitude exist minutes from Pacific Coast Highway in Pacific Palisades at the Self-Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine, a lakeside Meditation Garden with shrines and waterfalls, a hilltop Temple, and meditations and retreats to rejuvenate body, mind and soul. Whether an hour or days, spending time at the Lake Shrine offers peace of heart and mind.

"Always go forward, never turn back" is the motto at Serra Retreat, a Malibu retreat center perched atop a 26-acre knoll with breathtaking views and meandering paths dotted with benches for guests to read, meditate and relax. “Move forward spiritually” in this beautiful setting lending to peace, serenity and reflection. Stroll the grounds for a quick midweek respite or schedule a personal retreat.

Those wanting to venture out of town may find their Shangri-La at the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, a world-class resort offering spa services, personal journeys and mind/body programs to soothe the soul and refresh the spirit. Further down the road in Avila Beach, relax and soak in Sycamore Mineral Springs’ outdoor natural hot springs while enjoying majestic views.

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Pepperdine Rings in the New Year with Musical Performances to Entertain & Delight

PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY KICKS OFF THE NEW YEAR WITH AN EXCITING LINEUP OF MUSICAL PERFORMANCES AT THE LISA SMITH WENGLER CENTER FOR THE ARTS AT PEPPERDINE’S MALIBU CAMPUS. Serving as an arts hub for the community, the Center links professional guest artists with Pepperdine students and more than 50,000 patrons annually.

OPENING ACT First up, on January 10, the Ezralow Dance Company mingles contemporary dance with playful humor, provocative ideas, striking visuals and "a fine-scaled, gutsy energy" (New York Times). Artistic Director Daniel Ezralow leads performances that transport audiences to a new dimension with an explosive blend of extraordinary creative fantasy and dramatic emotion. EzralowDance.com GUITARIST FROM DOWN UNDER Two-time Grammy nominee Tommy Emmanuel, one of Australia's most respected guitarists, and singer/guitarist J.D. Simo shake it up midweek, Wednesday, January 17 and Thursday, January 18. With a repertoire spanning pop, jazz, blues, gospel, classical, flamenco, and aboriginal styles, Emmanuel’s passionate and infectious performances delight fans worldwide.

His shows feature his new 16-track collaborative album Accomplice One, scheduled for release Friday, January 19, with guest artists Jason Isbell, Mark Knopfler, Rodney Crowell, Jerry Douglas, Amanda Shires, Ricky Skaggs, David Grisman, and more offering a unique take on indelible classics and new originals.

A world-renowned guitarist, songwriter and singer, Emmanuel is known for his complex fingerstyle technique, energetic performances and use of percussive effects on the guitar. Emmanuel began playing the guitar at age 4, joining his family's touring band just two years later. Following high school, he became one of Australia’s

Tommy Emmanuel

most in-demand rock musicians, playing guitar in a succession of bands, including one of Australia’s best-known acts, Dragon. He also worked as a studio musician, playing on recordings for Air Supply and Men At Work, as well as thousands of commercial jingles and tunes. In the 1980s, he embarked on a successful solo career, releasing over 30 studio albums and intersecting with some of the finest musicians in the world. TommyEmmanuel.com THE “PRAIRIE MYSTIC” On Sunday, January 21, folk singer-songwriter Carrie Newcomer, accompanied by pianist Gary Walters, brings her intimate, introspective performance to Smothers Theatre. Described as a “prairie mystic” by the Boston Globe, Newcomer is known for her “deep, rich alto and penchant for exquisite melodies” and interweaving her music with her contemplative Quaker faith.

Carrie Newcomer

This conversational songwriter celebrates and savors the ordinary sacred moments of life and champions interfaith dialogue and progressive spirituality. As a performer and educator, Newcomer speaks about creativity, vocation and activism at colleges, conventions and retreats. She has shared the stage with artists like Alison Krauss and has collaborated with influential authors, scientists and theologians,

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including Parker J. Palmer, Jill Bolte Taylor, Philip Gulley, Scott Russell

throughout the U.S. Recently featured on “NBC Nightly News,” “Canada

Sanders, Rabbi Sandy Sasso and Barbara Kingsolver.

AM,” “The Steve Harvey Show,” and in the Los Angeles Tmes, Harvey

Newcomer has performed around the world for humanitarian

is an ambassador to No Barriers USA and the Invisible Disabilities

efforts, and Boston's WBEZ named her one of the most influential

Association. Her mission is to encourage and assist others to break

folk artists of the past 25 years. In 2009 and 2011, she was invited by

through personal barriers. MandyHarveyMusic.com

the American Embassy of India to serve as a cultural ambassador,

Time for Three comes to town January 31, with their groundbreak-

leading to her interfaith collaborative benefit album, Everything is

ing, category-shattering sounds that transcend traditional classifica-

Everywhere with world master of the Indian Sarod, Amjad Ali Khan.

tion, mixing elements of pop, rock and classical forms. With an infec-

In 2012, she traveled to Kenya, Africa, performing in schools, hospi-

tious energy, virtuosity and showmanship, Time for Three performs

tals and spiritual communities, and in 2013, she visited organizations

everything from Bach to Brahms to ingenious mash-ups of hits by

dedicated to nonviolent conflict resolution through the arts and

the Beatles, Kanye West, Katy Perry, Justin Timberlake and more.

empowerment of women in the Middle East. Her song, “Holy as the

Comprising violinists Nicolas (Nick) Kendall and Charles Yang and

Day is Spent,” was named one of the best spiritual songs of 2012, and

double-bassist Ranaan Meyer, Time for Three delivers high-energy

Chicago’s WFMT called Newcomer one of “the 50 most influential

performances that merge each member’s musical backgrounds to

folk musicians of the past 50 years.” CarrieNewcomer.com

create unique arrangements of traditional music and original compositions. The trio has brought its signature style to hundreds of perfor-

AFTERNOON DELIGHT Join violinist Tessa Lark and pianist Julio Elizalde for a performance January 21. The award-winning Lark is one of the most captivating artistic voices of her time. She is praised consistently by critics and audiences alike for her astounding range of sounds, technical agility, captivating interpretations and multi-genre performance. TessaLark.com TESTING THE LIMITS Pilobolus Maximus – Beyond The Limits of Dance comes to Pepperdine on January 25, bringing their tradition of testing human limits through collaborations with influencers, thinkers and creators in the world. Taking the most diverse and impactful elements of Pilobolus—

mances for diverse audiences, including appearances at the Kennedy Center, Carnegie Hall and ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars.” Tf3.com Tickets start at $22 for adults ($10 for Pepperdine students). Reserve your seat at 310.506.4522 or visit Arts.Pepperdine.edu.

JAN. 10 Ezralow Dance Company, 8 p.m., Smothers Theatre JAN. 17 & 18 Tommy Emmanuel, 8 p.m., Smothers Theatre JAN. 21 Carrie Newcomer, 7 p.m., Smothers Theatre JAN. 21 Tessa Lark, Violin & Julio Elizalde, piano, 2 p.m., Raitt Recital Hall JAN. 25 Pilobolus Maximus – Beyond The Limits of Dance, 8 p.m., Smothers Theatre JAN. 28 The Four Freshmen, 2 p.m., Smothers Theatre JAN. 30 Mandy Harvey, 8 p.m., Smothers Theatre JAN. 31 Time for Three, 8 p.m., Smothers Theatre

some old, and some brand new— Pilobolus Maximus assembles them in a series of continually changing worlds. From the irreverence of a wild circus to the physical filigree of Pilobolus' most classical physical work, Maximus is not only the best of Pilobolus but the most revealing of how diverse and surprising Pilobolus' work can be. Pilobolus.org Time for Three

AND MORE! January 28 brings The Four Freshmen to Smothers Theatre, sponsored by Anne Marie and Mitch Bredefeld. Since their inception in 1948, The Four Freshmen have toured the world with a unique blend of harmonic jazz arrangements and big band vocal group sounds.

FourFreshmen.com Award-winning jazz singer, songwriter and motivational speaker Mandy Harvey performs January 30, incorporating American Sign Language into her rich performance. Although Harvey lost her residual hearing at age 18, her timing, pitch and passion are perfect. She glides from a "breathy jazz standard to growling blues" that gets the audience up on its feet (LA Times), and though she can't hear the applause or her own remarkable voice, she continues to find joy in music and inspire all who can listen.

After a connective tissue disorder led to Harvey’s residual hearing loss while she was attending Colorado State University as a Vocal Music Education major, she left the program and pursued other career options, returning to music, her true passion, in 2008. Named VSA’s Top Young Soloist in 2011, Harvey has performed at the Kennedy Center and January 2018 | Malibu to Palisades Lifestyle

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Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy: Your Local One-Stop Wellness Shop ARTICLE SHARON LEVINSOHN

PHARMACA INTEGRATIVE PHARMACY

the options are just as plentiful, including popu-

IN PACIFIC PALISADES IS A DEFINITIVE

lar brands such as Juice Beauty, Dr. Hauschka,

WELLNESS DESTINATION THAT DRAWS

Trilogy, Jane Iredale, Sanitas and Avene. A

A WIDE RANGE OF CUSTOMERS WHO

fabulous array of body care products includes

ARE LOOKING FOR ADVICE FROM PHAR-

creams and lotions, shower gels and soaps,

MACISTS, HEALTH PRACTITIONERS AND

and natural hair care free of sulfates and par-

BEAUTY CONSULTANTS, ALONG WITH

abens. Onsite beauty pros assist in matching

MYRIAD PRODUCT OFFERINGS. With the

the right products to each customer’s needs,

opening of the first store in Boulder, Colorado,

and provide skin care advice, makeup appli-

in 2000, Pharmaca’s founders effectively

cations, color matching and more. Monthly

established the country's first chain of integra-

special events include demonstrations and

tive pharmacies. Over the years, Pharmaca’s

product samplings from vendors.

passionate and loyal followers have grown

Adults and children over 12 can also

to trust the expertly curated selection and

take advantage of traditional and travel

depend on the staff of onsite, knowledgeable

immunizations (including Hepatitis A,

professionals. Shopping Pharmaca is a truly

Typhoid and Yellow Fever), as well as flu

pleasurable experience, thanks to its warm

and pneumonia vaccines.

and welcoming atmosphere, helpful staff and GIFTS TOO!

abundance of quality products.

Inspired by the European model of a

Pharmaca also stocks a multitude of

pharmacy, Pharmaca offers traditional phar-

enticing gifts and home products—many

macy services, where friendly, approachable

are fair trade and eco-friendly items—from

pharmacists fill regular and compounded

jewelry, candles and diffusers, to tote bags,

prescriptions, but also offer alternative health

gloves, hats and scarves. A therapeu-

and wellness options. The impressive team of

tic plush line of products from Sonoma

wellness professionals, including herbalists,

Lavender includes spa robes, neck pillows

nutritionists, naturopathic doctors, wellness

and rolls, throws, slippers and stuffed ani-

counselors and estheticians, work together to

mals. Their selection of paper products

ensure that customers' needs are met. They

includes greeting cards for every occasion,

assist with navigating the depth and breadth

journals, gift bags and boxed note cards

of options, including homeopathic medicines,

and stationery, along with a variety of books

herbal remedies, aromatherapy, vitamins,

focusing on health, wellness and nutrition.

supplements and natural beauty products.

Supplements

Children flock to the large fish tank filled

orga-

with colorful tropicals and enjoy the thought-

PHARMACA UPCOMING EVENTS

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JANUARY | RENEW YOU

stress and anxiety, bone

and puzzles, as well as oversized stuffed ani-

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health,

mals—penguins, sea turtles, unicorns, dino-

this year with great ideas for supplements and

support and skin health.

digestion,

sleep

saurs and giraffes—from Melissa & Doug.

lifestyle changes that can help cleanse, detox-

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ify and prepare you for your healthiest year yet.

resource for the commu-

Pharmaca stores are found in Brentwood

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nity,”

Pharmaca’s

and Beverly Hills, as well as 27 other loca-

• Pacific Palisades: Friday, Jan. 5 | 12-4 p.m.

Southern California Market

tions in California, Colorado, Illinois, New

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Manager Mike Banks. “We

Mexico, Oregon and Washington.

are

says

to

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tomers with personalized

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new trends in sun care, exciting seasonal col-

care and to guiding them

online at Pharmaca.com or visit one of their

ors and help finding the right skin care and

on

nearby locations: Pharmaca Pacific Palisades,

cosmetics for you!

optimum health.”

• Brentwood: Thursday, Feb. 8 | 1-5 p.m.

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their

dedicated

journey

to

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When it comes to organic

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and natural beauty, cosmet-

Blvd., 310.476.1237; and Pharmaca Beverly

• Beverly Hills: Wednesday, Feb. 7 | 1-5 p.m.

ics and skin care products,

Hills, 9101 West Olympic Blvd., 310.277.6266.

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In the Conejo Valley Unified School District, we believe ALL students deserve an exceptional educational experience filled with opportunity and choices. At CVUSD we have a right fit for every family and we believe each child has unique gifts to discover. Our schools are positive, safe and inviting learning environments. We believe in a partnership between the community, parents, students and faculty. Doing things, “The Conejo Way,” ensures ideal academic outcomes for our students as we use teamwork, relationship-building, trust and accountability to together lead the way into a bright future. We will nurture your child’s passions - “The Conejo Way!”

SCHOOL CHOICE & INTER-DISTRICT TRANSFER REGISTRATION FOR THE 2018-2019 YEARAPPLICATIONS BEGINS FEBRUARY FOR THE 2018-2019 ACADEMICACADEMIC YEAR ACCEPTED IN JANUARY Small school class sizes: 21 to 1 (Grades K-3)

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FINANCIAL BUZZ

THE POWER OF HABIT:

THE NEW YEAR IS A POINT OF RESET, OFTEN SERVING AS A CATALYST

ARTICLE JEFF RUNYAN

TO ENCOURAGE NEW, MORE FAVORABLE ACTIONS AND BEHAVIORS FOR BOTH INDIVIDUALS AND BUSINESSES. It’s an opportunity to start anew and replace the “old with new” and the “bad with good,” at least when it comes to habits. And, this year may be no different, but we all know the reality of keeping those new habits in place can also prove to be difficult.

So, let me encourage a delightful read by Charles Duhigg, the Pulitzer

Prize-winning columnist and author of The Power of Habit, on the New York Times bestseller list. Reading it can be a great start to foster growth and launch the habits you hope to see more of in the year(s) ahead.

Then let’s rifle through this Top 7 List of changes you can implement

immediately that can quickly and swiftly help you graduate to a higher

tier of financial success: ››› 1) Start using your 401k or other retirement plan to maximize your taxdeductible contributions, or, exercise the Roth 401k (many employers now offer) and put away after-tax dollars.

››› 2) If you’re already using a retirement plan, increase your participation.

The maximum contribution you’re eligible for in 2018 has increased to $18,500 and if you’re age 50 or older, you’re still eligible for a catch-up provision of $6,000 annually. That allows a total of $24,500 contributed in the year. (By the way, if your employer contributes a hypothetical 5% to your plan, don’t contribute only to achieve the match … go for your maximum.

The free money is great, but remember you’re putting money away to be able to retire not just to achieve a minimum match.)

››› 3) Increase the principal payment to your mortgage monthly. You may not even notice the small difference when deducted from your checking account, but the life of your loan will diminish and you’ll achieve your payoff much faster.

››› 4) If you have children and want to help them with future college expenses, launch and fund a College Savings 529 Plan (it allows opportunity to achieve tax-free growth for college expenses).

››› 5) Review the interest you earn in your checking and savings accounts.

If the yield is shockingly low and you have significant balances in cash, consider short-term bond alternatives and/or money market funds that may generate more income (if, of course you're willing to accept more risk).

››› 6) Identify your financial goals, and if they’re genuine, make your actions reflect that which you hope to achieve.

››› 7) If you have credit card or other revolving debt, pay it off. Even people that have significant assets can at times surprise me with debt on credit cards. Check the interest rate, whatever it is—you’re probably rewarding your bottom line by paying it off.

This short list can affect the trajectory of your financial future in a significant and

meaningful way. Just like cutting late-night snacks from your daily diet can lead to a slim physique, these fine-tuning adjustments can radically affect your financial economic household for the better and lead you to an exciting financial future.

7 TIPS TO INCREASE FINANCIAL HEALTH & WELLNESS

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR tive ideas and striking visuals in perfor-

1

mances that transport the audience to a

TOURNAMENT OF ROSES POSTPARADE SHOWCASE OF FLOATS

new dimension with an explosive blend of extraordinary creative fantasy and dramatic emotion. EzralowDance.com

Rose Parade floats. Senior citizens and disabled visitors can get an early viewing on Jan. 2, 7-9 a.m. Wear comfortable walking shoes! Viewing all the floats will require walking approximately 2.5 miles and takes about two

THURDAYS & SATURDAYS TEA BY THE SEA

This special experience is inspired by

($15) at TournamentOfRoses.com.

the herbs, vegetables and fruits that grow in the Villa's authentically re-creat-

MINDFULNESS YOGA Bluffs Park

This

moving

meditation

con-

tion. Following the physical practice, enjoy a long savasana with guided meditation leading to a state of deep relaxation. This is a practice designed for yogis of all levels, including beginners. $20. MalibuCity.org

ELDER ABUSE AND SCAMS: HOW TO RECOGNIZE THEM AND WHAT TO DO

Palisades Library Community Room

toward seniors and their caregivers.

Jan. 22: Seniors & Safe Drivers. Free.

PalisadesAlliance.org

EZRALOW DANCE COMPANY

30

singing and dancing. Snacks and drinks will be sold. $10. MalibuHigh.org

20 Malibu Public Library

menu of savory panini, sweet scones

Presented by the City of Malibu, Parks &

and tea breads, and gourmet cakes and

Recreation Department and the Malibu

tarts—along with fruits, cheeses, and a

Library, this special event allows children

selection of teas. Getty.edu

to see, touch, explore and honk the horns of their favorite trucks and emergency

16 FAMILY SPANISH IMMERSION DEMONSTRATION

vehicles serving the Malibu community. All ages welcome! Event will include construction trucks, emergency vehicles, story time, art activity, LA-Donut Truck and more. MalibuCity.org

Bluffs Park

Parents and children will experience the ing in this full immersion workshop that incorporates early childhood development. Families will learn Spanish naturally through song, dance, art activities and

20 A NIGHT OF COMEDY WITH KEVIN NEALON & FRIENDS

Pacific Palisades Woman's Club

more. The instructor will provide an inter-

This special Night of Comedy cele-

active and entertaining environment that

brates Chamber CEO Arnie Wishnick

will allow families to embark on a wonder-

and inducts new honorary mayors

ful language adventure. Free. 310.317.1364

Janice and Billy Crystal. The firstof-its-kind fundraising event fea-

18 TOMMY EMMANUEL CONCERT Smothers Theatre

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ed individual and group acts of music,

TOUCH-A-TRUCK EVENT

Palisades Alliance for Seniors presents regular programming geared

cludes a wide range of extremely talent-

can feast on a Mediterranean-inspired

Spanish language and culture by engag-

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their amazing, incredible talent that in-

ed first-century Roman gardens. Guests

nects breath, body and mind through conscious movement fueled by inten-

Malibu Middle School students display

Getty Villa, Founder's Room, 1 p.m.

hours. Call 626.449.4100 or get tickets

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MALIBU MIDDLE SCHOOL TALENT SHOW MHS Theatre

Pasadena

Get an up close view of the 129th

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Two-time Grammy nominee Tommy Emmanuel, one of Australia's most respected guitarists, presents a musical potpourri that spans pop, jazz, blues, gospel, classi-

tures cocktails, nibbles and laughs! $175. PalisadesChamber.com

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Michael Landon Community Center

Smothers Theatre

cal, flamenco, and aboriginal styles, win-

Have you ever wanted to write a

Ezralow Dance Company mingles con-

ning him hundreds of thousands of fans

short story? Robert Kerbeck, who

temporary dance with humor, provoca-

worldwide. TommyEmmanuel.com

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has had over a dozen stories pub-

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basics, followed by a 5-week session

CARS & COFFEE

MANDY HARVEY CONCERT

beginning Jan. 31. MalibuCity.org

Malibu Bluffs Park

Smothers Theatre

Southern California's top enthusiasts

Award-winning jazz singer and song-

will enjoy a beautiful drive down the

writer Mandy Harvey lost her residual

coast to meet at Malibu Bluffs Park

hearing at 18. Though her hearing loss is

and enjoy a coffee while admiring

profound, her timing, pitch, and passion

some of the world's finest automo-

are perfect. She incorporates American

biles at an unbeatable location.

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lished in the last year, leads this free introductory workshop covering the

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PARTING THOUGHTS ARTICLE KIM PAGANO

Balance & Purpose Promote Health & Well-Being WHEN I THINK OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS, I THINK OF SELF-PRESERVATION. I used to think that we were all indispensable for the most part, until I realized that is just not true. If you have ever had an illness creep up on you, then you know you don't have total control of it. What you do have is control of your surroundings at home and at work. However, without realizing it, things can get out of control.

When my mother passed away, I was not ready to release all of her things that reminded me of her and all the memories I had with her during my childhood. It's been almost two years now and saving these things has made my life feel cluttered. I have learned that instead of saving all the personal items from my mom, I can choose the most memorable items and pictures to save, because the memories with my mom will always be there in my heart to cherish.

To preserve your own health, it is important not to take on more than you can handle. This is a huge lesson learned from someone like myself who loves having her fingers in lots of projects and businesses. I have always felt like an energy bunny because I routinely take on new projects. I have realized that taking on too many tasks can lead to spreading yourself too thin, which results in more stress.

With the many incredible guests over the years that I have had on my show, I’ve learned so many lessons—the most important being that life is what you make it. Starting your day in a positive way, planning your success and strategizing your life and your decisions sets you on the right path toward living your best life. I have also learned to always be mindful of the people you allow in your life. Are they lifting you up or pulling you down? This is important to know because we usually end up being like the people we surround ourselves with.

Are you being kind to yourself? Sometimes it's not anyone else bringing us down, but maybe our own experiences are creating automatic negative thoughts in our heads. Fall in love with yourself, cherish your body and your gifts, and most importantly, don’t forget about your purpose that you bring to this universe.

Lastly, being grateful for all the things that we have in our lives is very important because it can all slip away as fast as it comes. So when you rest your head at night, take a moment to reflect on how you've spent your day and if you are spending it in a wise way. Know you’re worth it and remind yourself that you are perfect just the way you are!

Wishing you a Happy, Healthy & Prosperous New Year!

Listen to the Kim Pagano Show Saturdays from 6-8 a.m. on 1590 KVTA, visit KimPaganoShow.com or tune in to her podcast at iTunes/The Kim Pagano Show for inspiration.

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