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| BASKIN-ROBBINS OFFERS A SWEET DEAL WITH ITS FOURTH ANNUAL 31 CENT SCOOP NIGHT EVENT
America's Favorite Neighborhood Ice Cream Shop Partners with National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to Pay Tribute to America's Heroes
Mark your calendars Southern California, 31 Cent Scoop Night is back at Baskin-Robbins! America's favorite neighborhood ice cream shop is hosting its fourth annual 31 Cent Scoop Night celebration on April 28, from 5 p.m. - 10 p.m., at all Southern California Baskin-Robbins locations. During the event, the iconic ice cream brand will thank its loyal customers by reducing the price of all 2.5 oz. ice cream scoops to just 31 cents. Treat yourself to a scoop of ice cream, or two or threefor less than a dollar!
As part of 31 Cent Scoop Night, Baskin-Robbins will make a $100,000 donation to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, an organization that honors America's fallen fire heroes and their families. In addition, on 31 Cent Scoop Night, select neighborhood Baskin-Robbins shops will invite their local fire departments to collect donations and scoop ice cream.
WHEN: Wednesday, April 28, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
WHERE: All Baskin-Robbins store locations nationwide. To find the closest Baskin-Robbins location in your area, please visit www.baskinrobbins.com
COST: 31 cents for a 2.5 ounce scoop of any Baskin-Robbins ice cream flavor (or a 3 oz. Soft Serve cone). Limit three scoops per person. For full event details, please visit www.baskinrobbins.com/31cent
7th ANNUAL DOWNTOWN BURBANK ARTS FESTIVAL
Downtown Burbank ARTS Festival will bring together outstanding artists and the talent from Burbank schools to support arts education, Apr. 24, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Apr. 25, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Art will include paintings, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, fiber art, fine glass, woodwork, mixed-media and photography. Live entertainment, street painting, art demonstrations and free workshops add to the fun.
The festival will also devote a block to Burbank students. Included will be interactive art projects, performances, demonstrations and plenty of opportunities for creative self-expression. There will be raffles, and opportunity baskets.
Attendees can try musical instruments at the Musical Petting Zoo and Burbank Music Academy booths, or donate their old instruments at the Instrument Amnesty booth. There will be a Chalk yard, where people can test their skills at “painting” with chalk, and a 5’ by 20’ Art Wall, where all can add their creative touch. Aspiring filmmakers can collaborate on mini-movies at the Freshi Films booth.
There will be architecture projects, recycled art, and a Main Stage with music, dance and theatrical performances. A Crazy Hat Creation station, the Crayola Art Zone and the M.U.D. Clay Booth complete this weekend of inspired activities.
For more information call 818.238.5180 or www.downtown-burbank.org
Safety Harbor Kids
Safety Harbor Kids was founded to build a College, Career and the Arts Education Center for orphans and homeless children to enrich their lives. Through community events and activities that bring together community members and children in need, they provide school supplies, college scholarship funds, career counseling, trade school development, music, the arts, and personal growth. Followiing are two Safety Harbor
Kids events to participate in, and help kids.
Safety Harbor Kids 4th Annual Polo and Picnic Party
May 1st, 1 p.m. -5 p.m.
Year in Review at Will Rogers Park. Come join the party and watch the game of kings. What a great way to spend the day watching the polo ponies go thundering by while helping orphans, foster and homeless children.
(800) 277-0497
Duke’s Special Dinner Duo Menu on Wednesdays
Duke's gives Safety Harbor Kids $1 from purchase of Duo Dinner Monday-Thursday 5 p.m. on!
Also join them at Dukes Big Wednesdays', where raffle funds support Safety Harbor Kids.
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EVENTS & FESTIVALS:
Fun & Exciting Church
Ongoing, Sundays, 10:30 a.m. Bible studies, singles events, business networking groups and other fun activities. 6740 Corbin Ave., Reseda.
(818) 870-0128
ResedaChristianChurch.com
Shriekfest 2010
Accepting applications for 10th annual horror and sci-fi film competition.
www.shriekfest.com
The Big Malibu Wine Tasting
Apr. 24, 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. . LearnAboutWine presents the third annual Wines of Malibu tasting event. This year, the event is located at Charme D'Antan, a legendary location along Mulholland among the stunning vistas of the Santa Monica Mountains region. This exclusive event promotes top Malibu vintners and vintners from the surrounding Santa Monica Mountains. Charme D'Antan, 29963 Mulholland Hwy., Agoura
(818) 889 0229
www.charmedantan.net
Platt Branch Library's 15th Birthday Bash
Apr. 17, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Music,balloon artist and refreshments. Free. Los Angeles Public Library, Platt Branch, 23600 Victory Blvd., Woodland Hills.
(818) 340-9386
7th Annual Dreams on Canvas Gala
May 1, 6 p.m. Nearly 200 pieces of artwork for sale, as well as artifacts, sculptures and unique gifts.Four Seasons Hotel, 2 Dole Dr., Westlake Village
(818) 575-3000
Dirty Little Secrets of College Financial Aid Revealed Free Workshop
Apr., 17, 10:15-11:30 a.m. & Noon-1:15 p.m. How to Pay For College Without Going Broke (Even if You've Been Told You Make Too Much Money to Qualify for Financial Aid!) Woodland Hills Public Library, 22200 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills.
(888) 282-8002
http://CollegePlanningAid.Org
7th Annual Foklor De Mexico Music and Dance Concert
May 1, 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. The event will encompass theatre, live mariachi, norteno and buasteca music, floreo de reata, danza and folklorico dance. 18111 Nordhoff St., Northridge.
(866) 248-7671 ext. 7532
www.csun.edu/~ballet
Dark Delicacies Signing
Apr. 23, 7 p.m. Steve Hockensmith will be signing the new follow-up mashup novel Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. Cody Goodfellow will be signing Perfect Union. 4213 W. Burbank Blvd., Burbank.
(818) 556-6660
www.darkdel.com
Arts Tune-Up
Apr. 17, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be tables set up with an arts expert addressing a specific subject at each. Participants choose a topic. After 25 minutes, participants rotate to another table. Pasadena City College, Circadian in Campus Center, 1570 East Colorado Blvd., Pasadena.
www.surveymonkey.com/s/pasadena
30th Annual Spring Plant Sale at Descanso Gardens
Apr. 23 - 24. Choose from a wide variety of items, including rooted cuttings from Descanso's rose garden, warm weather lilacs developed at Descanso, native and rare plants of all kinds. Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada.
(818) 949-4200
www.descansogardens.org
FREE Charity Concert benefiting Children's Cancer Research
Apr. 18, 10:30 a.m. Come enjoy a fun event for babies & toddlers and help fund a cure for cancer! Deborah Ellen will be performing. A Mother's Haven Boutique & Educational Center, 15928 Ventura Blvd, Ste 116, Encino.
(818) 380-3111
www.shopthehaven.com
2010 Photography as Art Competition
Apr. 17 - 30. An exhibition and competition of photographic art created by High School, College photography students, and amateur photographers in the San Fernando Valley. Westfield Promenade upper level (near Macy's Furniture Gallery), 6100 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Woodland Hills.
Friends of the Woodland Hills Library Book Sale
May 13 - 17. Adult and Children's books, Cookbooks, collectables, tapes, CDs, Videos. Members Only ($10 for Membership). Woodland Hills Library, 22200 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills.
(818) 226-0017
Sunset Safari
The 2010 Sunset Safari features a variety of keeper talks or feedings with the Zoo's recently acquired Brazilian giant otters as well as the maned wolf, mountain tapirs, white-faced saki, golden lion tamarins, snow leopards, tigers, hippo, Indian rhino and black bears.
(323) 644-4717
www.lazoo.org
Earth Day Celebration at Descanso Gardens
Apr. 17, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Celebrate Earth Day with hand-on activities, puppet workshops, seed preservation stations and pollination demonstrations as well as family-friendly music and puppet shows. An Earth-friendlyt Day! Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada.
(818) 949-4200
www.descanosgardens.org
Botanic Bling at Descanso Gardens - Apr. 18, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Held in the Rose Pavilion, this jewelry and accessory "trunk show" offers savvy shoppers a wide-range of fashion pieces. Come and get your shop on amidst all the flowers. Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada.
(818) 949-4200
www.descansogardens.org
Boggle for Books
May 8, 6:30-10:30 p.m. Reading Is Fundamental Southern California presents their first-ever Boggle tournament fundraiser. In addition is an exciting grand prize for the winner, drinks, hors d'oeuvre's, and a silent auction and raffle. Autry National Center of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles.
(323) 890-0876
www.rifsocal.org
2010 California Strawberry Festival
May 15, 16. This fruitful celebration boasts strawberries every way imaginable, along with concert performances, the Strawberry Promenade with celebrity cooking demonstrations, more than 250 Fine Arts & Crafts booths, Strawberryland For Kids with rides and attractions, gooey contests, special appearances, and more. Strawberry Meadows of College Park, Oxnard.
(888) 288-9242
www.strawberry-fest.org
2010 Concerts in the Park Sponsorship
Join the City of Agoura Hills by being a sponsor of the annual "Summer Concerts in the Park." Benefits include logo on 10,000 flyers, in newspaper ads, radio ads and street banners.
(818) 597-7361
www.ci.agoura-hills.ca.us
Fiesta of the Spanish Horse
May 8, 6 p.m. Spectacular dancing horses, trick riding, roping, drill teams, dancers, silent auction, vendors, food court, Latin and mariachi music. Los Angeles Equestrian Center, 480 Riverside Dr., Burbank.
(818) 842-8444
www.fiestaspanishhorse.org
"Agricultural Days" Farm Festival
Apr. 17 - 18, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Learn how to milk a cow, pet the new spring arrivals at the animal farm and experience the new u-pick spring garden. Hay rides and farm demos.
(818) 999-6300
www.piercefarmcenter.com
The Meatballs of Comedy
Ongoing, Sundays, 6 p.m. Italian Stand-Up Comedians seen on Comedy Central, Comics Unleashed, The Tonight Show, Late Night with Conan O'Brien and Last Comic Standing. You won’t stop laughing! The Jon Lovitz Comedy Club at Universal CityWalk, 1000 Universal CityWalk, Universal City.
(818) 824-6545
www.thejonlovitzcomedyclub.com
Choral Masterworks Concert
Apr. 17, 7:30 p.m. This concert marks Milton Pullen's farewell before he retires as Pepperdine's director of choirs. It will be a retrospective of his favorite choral pieces. Come and enjoy his send-off! $10. Smothers Theatre, Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu.
(310) 506-4522
http://arts.pepperdine.edu
Pepperdine University Orchestra Spring Concert
Apr. 22, 7:30 p.m. Featuring the Pepperdine University Orchestra and the winner of the 2010 Thomas M. Osborn Concerto Competition. Smothers Theatre, Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu.
(310) 506-4522
http://arts.pepperdine.edu
Pepperdine Chamber Ensembles
Apr. 19, 7:30 p.m. This concert features chamber music repertoire performed by Pepperdine's guitar, string, and percussion ensembles. Free. Raitt Recital Hall, Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu.
(310) 506-4522
http://arts.pepperdine.edu
Dark Delicacies Signing
Apr. 18, 2 p.m. A signing for the DVD release of The Best of Trailers from Hell Vol. 1. Scheduled are producer Elizabeth Stanley and Producer/Director Joe Dante and Mick Garris. 4213 W. Burbank Blvd., Burbank.
(818) 556-6660
www.darkdel.com
CLUBS & MEETINGS:
Clickers and Flickers
Apr. 27, 6:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Jeff Charbonnean and Eliza French, collaborating Los Angeles photographers present Conspiring in the realm of imagination. The Castaway, 1250 Harvard Rd., Burbank.
(626)794-7447
The San Fernando Valley Iris Society
Geri Miller of Home Grown Edible Landscapes will speak. Canoga Park Women's Club, 7401 Jordan Ave., Canoga Park.
(818) 346-8679
http://www.sanfernandovalleyirissociety.org
Edelweiss Ski Club
Third Tues. of each month, 8 p.m. Ski trips and other social activities. Lamplighter Restaurant, 5043 Van Nuys Blvd., Sherman Oaks.
(818) 345-7332
Sunday Songbirds
Sundays, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. An adult group of people who enjoy singing. Encino Community Center, 4935 Balboa Blvd. Encino.
(818) 995-1690
Woman's Club of Woodland Hills
Meets at 10 a.m. the 3rd Thurs. of the month. A working club raising money for charities. Woodland Hills Country Club, 21150 Dumetz Rd.
(818) 884-9441
American Sewing Guild
6:30-8:30 p.m., 3rd Wednesday of the month. Learn new techniques, and gather with others. Kingdom Sewing, 8923 Reseda Blvd, Northridge.
(818) 993-8933
GALLERIES & EXHIBITS:
Monsters and Miracles
Runs through Aug. 1. A journey through Jewish picture books. The exhibition examines the impact of Jewish writers, illustrators, and cultural traditions on picture book art. Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles.
(310) 440-4500
www.skirball.org
Brewery Artwalk
Apr. 17 - 18. See new works, discover new favorites, speak with the artists and purchase artwork directly at studio prices. Topanga Canyon Gallery at The Brewery, 618D Moulton Ave., Los Angeles.
(310) 455-7909
www.topangacanyongallery.com
Electric Flowers, Robert Buelteman, Ed Martin
Runs through May 22. An exhibition of work from two artists who create photographs without cameras. This exhibition will present work surrounding flowers and plants; each artist capturing the vibrant and fragile essence of this living matter with unique methods. Duncan Miller Gallery, 10959 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles
(310) 838-2440
www.duncanmillergallery.com
SENIOR ACTIVITIES:
Family History Writing Class:
Mondays. 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Learn professional writing, editing and proofreading skills writing life stories. The Valley Village Senior Apartments, 12111 Chandler Boulevard, Valley Village.
http://www.nhpcas.com
Commercial Acting for Adults
Ongoing, Tuesdays and Wednesdays 1:30-3:30p.m. Learn to pursue a career in television commercial acting. N. Hollywood Adult Learning Center, 10952 Whipple, N. Hollywood.
(818) 763-8081
www.buddypowell.com
The Chatsworth Seniors Center
Mondays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Coffee and conversation, hot lunches, Chair Exercises, Mah Jongg, Bridge, Poker, and more. Mason Park Recreation Center, 10500 Mason Ave., Chatsworth.
(818) 606-6671
Classical Music Appreciation
Mondays, 3 - 5 p.m. Beethoven's life and work, structure of the symphony. The Valley Village Senior Apartments, 12111 Chandler Boulevard, Valley Village.
http://www.nhpcas.com
Intergenerational Tutoring
Thursdays. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Job-training in tutor mentoring with opportunity to practice skills with high school students The Valley Village Senior Apartments, 12111 Chandler Boulevard, Valley Village.
http://www.nhpcas.com
Popular Music Appreciation:
Tuesdays, 3 - 5 p.m. A study of America's Tin Pan Alley composers. The Valley Village Senior Apartments, 12111 Chandler Boulevard, Valley Village.
http://www.nhpcas.com
Ballroom Dancing to Live Bands
Ongoing, Thursdays, 7 p.m. Dance each week! Joslyn Adult Center, 1301 W. Olive, Burbank.
(818) 238-5353
Balance for Life
Ongoing Tuesdays, 10 - 11 a.m. Through movement and specific exercises set to music you will build stronger muscles.
(818) 597-7361
CLASSES & SEMINARS:
Sunshine Singers
Tuesdays, Apr. 6 - Jun. 8. or Sundays, Runs through Jun. 13. Two sections of music classes for those who enjoy singing. We sing a variety of songs including Broadway Show Tunes, Cole Porter, and Golden Oldies. Encino Community Center, 4935 Balboa Blvd. Encino.
(818) 995-1690
Piedmont Music Ensemble
Tuesdays, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Learn rhythm, breathing techniques, harmony singing. The Piedmont, 6750 Whitsett, N. Hollywood.
http://www.nhpcas.com
Tennis Classes
Ongoing. Tournament Prep and Junior leagues as well as private lessons. $85 per week. Agoura Hills Rec Center, 30610 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Agoura Hills.
(818) 597-7361
Dance Classes
Ongoing. Saturdays 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Classes in ballet, tap, jazz, modern dance, and acting. 6952 Van Nuys Blvd, Van Nuys.
(310) 855-8725
Scene Study with Sam Anderson of ABC'S "Lost"
Ongoing. A unique opportunity to learn from one of Hollywood's leading stage and screen actors.
(310) 365-7666
http://www.lankershimartscenter.com
The Brass Tacks of Acting
Learn thorough Script Analysis that reveals every clue in the script needed to book the job and improvisation techniques to make work personal and committed. S5108 Lankershim Blvd., N. Hollywood.
(818) 985-8504
http://www.lorenechadima.com
Floral Design Classes
1st and 3rd Thursday of the month, 9:30 a.m. Floral design in the Sogetsu style. $15 plus $10 for flowers, or $50 per month. 350 W. Gainsborough Rd., Thousand Oaks.
(805) 498-7421
The Michael Chekhov Studio
Saturdays, 12 - 3p.m. Exercises to strengthen the actor's imagination and concentration.
(818) 238-0501
www.themichaelchekhovstudio.org
Pastimes for a Lifetime
Ongoing. A fine art and piano academy.
www.pastimesinc.com
Raise Your Consciousness.
Tuesdays 7:20-8:30 p.m. Weekly guided meditations to find peace in the big city. Encino Acupuncture, 16545 Ventura Blvd., Encino.
(310) 531-4936
www.PersonalHealingCoach.com
Art is Our Passion
Ongoing. Art instruction classes for all ages. 5859 Kanan Rd., Agoura Hills.
(818) 991-5514
www.artisourpassion.com
Salsa with Desi Devon
Mondays, 8:30-9:30 p.m. Learn to Salsa with or without a partner. Guys get to dance FREE! $15. Athletic Garage Dance & Body Work, 121 Waverly Dr., Pasadena.
(626) 229-9769
www.AthleticGarage.com
Free Weekly Watercolor Class
Ongoing, Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free weekly watercolor classes. Jennifer Diamond Cancer Foundation, 9410 Owensmouth Ave, Chatsworth.
(818) 700-6900
http://www.twcvv.org
Knitting Group for Cancer Patients and Family Members
Ongoing, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Learn to work magic with a needle. Jennifer Diamond Cancer Foundation, 9410 Owensmouth Ave, Chatsworth.
(805) 379-4777
www.twcvv.org
Adult & Youth Acting Classes
Ongoing. Individual guidance from your career consultant, classes instructed by professionals. AIA Studios, 1918 Magnolia Blvd. Ste. 206, Burbank.
(818) 563-4142
http://www.aiastudios.com
Van Nuys ECC Classes
GED Preparation, Computer Classes, High School Diploma, Parent Education, English as a Second Language, Fine Arts, Citizenship, Classes for Older Adults. 6535 Cedros Ave., Van Nuys.
(818) 778-6000
CPR & First Aid Certification Course
Apr. 24, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. An American Red Cross CPR & First Aid class designed for non-medical participants. $60, and $25 lab fee. Agoura Hills Rec Center, 30610 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Agoura Hills.
(818) 597-7361
Fencing Class
Apr. 17 - Jun. 5, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Ages 7 and older. Develop balance, coordination, discipline and self esteem. 30610 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Agoura Hills.
(818) 597-7361
KIDS STUFF:
YMCA Healthy Kids Day
Apr. 17, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Fun, engaging and creative activities for children and families in addition to a fundraiser fruit and pancake breakfast to help support the YMCA.
(818) 774-2840
After School Homework/Literacy Program
Mon. - Thurs., 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Three homework/literacy and tutoring programs available. Children are assisted by trained staff and have access to resources.
www.manymansions.org
Friday Night Slammers
Ongoing, Fridays, 7 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Video games, billiards, open gym play, rock-climbing, social lounge, dodge ball, board games. $15.
(818) 880-2993
Academy of Dance/Performing Arts
Ongoing. Ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, theater. 5700 Corsa Avenue, #106, Westlake Village.
(818) 889-1515
www.academyofdance.us
Music Lessons with Cathy Heller
Ongoing Fri. A musician on the LA kids' scene, Cathy Heller, shares her expertise in music for kids. Come join her in this upbeat kids show. $15. 14945 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks.
(818) 990-7600
www.storyopolis.com
Youth Acting Program
Ongoing. Classes for ages 5 to 17. Script analysis, improv, dramatic and comedic acting techniques.
(818) 985-8504
http://www.youthacting.com
Babysitter's Training
Apr. 17, 8:30 - 4:30 p.m. The business of sitting, family interviews, professional behavior, problem solving.
(818) 597-7361
San Fernando Valley Youth Chorus Spring Concert
Apr. 25, 6:30 p.m. A culturally diverse selection of choral compositions from around the world. Madrid Theatre, 21622 Sherman Way, Canoga Park
(818) 895.7071,
www.valleyyouthchorus.org
Children's Drama Workshops at Descanso Gardens
Apr. 24 - May 22. Students ages 7-11 will learn basic plot, characters and text of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. On the last class, invited guest audiences can watch the final student performance. Cost for the workshop is $140, $120 Descanso members. Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada.
(818) 949-7980
www.descansogardens.org
Dinosaur Days! by Richard Wade
Apr. 22, 4 p.m. Celebrate Earth Day and learn about these early citizens who roamed the earth millions of years ago. Free. Platt Branch Library, Los Angeles Public Library, 23600 Victory Blvd., Woodland Hills.
(818) 340-9386
Teen VIP - Teen Volunteer Program
Deadline to register is June 11, 4 p.m. Mandatory VIP Orientation Meeting scheduled for June 19, 12 p.m. The City of Agoura Hills is seeking teens 11 - 17 years of age to volunteer this summer in a variety of activities such as recreational classes, office work, city hall, camps. 30610 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Agoura Hills.
(818) 597-7361
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