Out & About

Annual Breast Cancer Fundraiser in Calabasas
While the Annual October Hadassah Breast Cancer Event looked a little different this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, that didn’t affect the dedication and enthusiasm of the event’s organizers and participants. This year’s event, entitled “Memory Makeover & More for a Cure,” took place over a Zoom webinar featuring actress and cancer advocate Marilu […]

The Murphy Auto Museum Grand Re-Opening
Prior to COVID-19, the Murphy Auto Museum, located in Oxnard, celebrated a grand re-opening event after moving its location to a more intimate and modern facility. The museum showcases stunning classic Americana automobiles and houses the Fireball Gallery, where local artists display their talents within the automotive niche. The gallery occasionally rotates to new artists […]

The Improta Team’s Annual Hidden Hills Calendar
Compass Realtors Jason and Missy Improta love representing sellers and buyers in the luxury and ultra-luxury real estate space. One of their favorite aspects of the job is getting to know the wonderful people in the community–along with their furry friends. When they discovered just how many unique pets there are in Hidden Hills, they […]

19th Annual Casa Pacifica Spotlight on Style Fashion Show – A Virtual Hit
The Casa Pacifica Angels Spotlight on Style Fashion Show returned for its 19th year via virtual platform on Saturday, November 21. Susan and Ken Bauer returned as hosts for the revamped event featuring returning fashion designer Kevan Hall. Hall showcased his beautiful 2020 collection in an exclusive pre-recorded fashion show with a behind-the-scenes look at […]

Connecting a Caring Community Holiday Shopping Boutique
The ongoing work of Connecting a Caring Community, the “Legacy of Giving” fund in honor of Marty Goldstein, hosted its 5th Annual Holiday Shopping Boutique benefitting the patients and families at UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital. This year’s event was organized by co-founder Lisa Kodimer and took place in Calabasas. Many people also participated online. Each […]

THE Foundation Presents Comedy Live!
With fundraisers and events on hold and families learning to adjust to online school and stay-at-home orders, The Foundation has been working hard to keep spirits up and families looking forward. On Saturday, October 24, under the direction of Board Member Nicola Galassi, and with 100% COVID-safe live-stream production by Martin Zitzelberger, The Foundation for […]

Fun and Fitness
We started 2020 with New Year’s Resolutions
and ended up gaining the
“Quarantine 15.” With indoor activities
limited due to stay-at-home orders and
closures of indoor gyms and other activity
venues, our community had to get
creative with their exercise and fitness
routines while staying safe and healthy.

Safe Passage Heals Celebrates 20 Years
Safe Passage Heals celebrated its 20th anniversary on Saturday, December 5, with a black tie gala for its champions and sponsors by hosting an exclusive al fresco dinner and empowerment fashion show at a private estate in La Serra Ranch, Newbury Park. Trish Steele, founder and CEO, emceed the evening, sharing her personal experiences and […]

Dine & Discover Event Featuring Varenita™ Senior Living
Varenita™ of Westlake and Varenita of Simi Valley hosted an event on December 1 at the Sherwood Country Club. The event was designed to educate seniors about Varentina’s unique approach to health and wellness that allows residents to thrive during their senior years with the perfect balance of independence, inspiration, and support. Varenita’s signature health […]

Louisville Forever 60th Anniversary Gala – Virtually Perfect
The entire Louisville High School community came together stronger than ever on Saturday, November 21 to celebrate its 60th Anniversary with a virtual gala and auction honoring the Sisters of St. Louis, who left an indelible mark on their students and their school. The evening began with dinners and wine-tasting kits delivered to guests. The […]

Grand Opening of Oaks Christian’s Residential Dorms & IDEA Lab
February 11 was a special evening for Oaks Christian School (OCS) – one of the few national Christian secondary schools and the only school in the Conejo Valley to offer both a day and boarding option – as they celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of their state-of-the-art residential boarding facility where 40 students […]

14th Annual Ross Porter Celebrity Golf Classic
The Ross Porter Celebrity Golf Classic had its most successful golf tournament to date on Monday, November 4, at the El Caballero Country Club in Tarzana. In its fourteenth year, the tournament grossed over $180,000 for Stillpoint Family Resources and its varied programs. Retired Dodger announcer Ross Porter and his many local sports celebrity friends […]