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| The Makeup Show LA
After an exciting debut in Los Angeles in 2009, the artistic energy of The Makeup Show meets again for a second time at downtown's California Market Center, located at 110 East Ninth Street, Los Angeles, CA,February 28 & March 1, 2010, 9AM-6PM daily.
The Makeup Show brings together top industry exhibitors, speakers from every area of makeup artistry, new product introductions and special pro-only offers-all in an intimate setting where insider-only tips and techniques are traded between the best in the business. Meet with industry pros Ve Neill, Joanna Schlip, Eve Pearl, Jon Hennessey, Myles O'Reilly, Orlando Santiago to name a few, and top brands Make Up For Ever, Inglot, Alcone, Crown Brush, Temptu, Stila, Smashbox Cosmetics, Korres, Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics, Face Atelier, and more!
The Makeup Show presents unique educational programs: keynote presentations, hands-on workshops, seminars and business forums, examining beauty techniques and applications, skin tone and health, makeup products, tools of the trade, and the business of the beauty industry. The event has become a key networking opportunity for all levels of makeup professional and a must-attend event for anyone involved in the beauty industry.
For more information, full list of speakers, exhibitors and to purchase tickets visit:
www.themakeupshow.com
Carrousel of Clowns
The Carrousel of Clowns is a highly acclaimed troupe of performers of all ages. They volunteer time and telents to bring love and laughter to many children’s homes, convalescent and retirement homes and the California Special Olympics.
The Carrousel of Clowns captivates its audiences with fun-filled and fast-paced performances, packed with zany antics, magic and puppetry.
The Carrousel of Clowns is the proud recipient of the Volunterr Activist Award, citing their troupe for its outstanding contribution to the communtiy. They have also been honored with a Congratulatory Resolution from the City of Los Angeles for bring color and laughter into the lives of thousands.
The troupe’s membership includes volunteers froma variety of backrounds and ages. They welcome all who are interested in joining and they will train you in the art of “clowning around.”
For more information call: (818) 344-5295
Nuts for Mutts: The Walk 2010
Nuts for Mutts – The Walk 2010, is April 18, 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Agoura Hills/Calabasas Community Center
This fun-filled family fundraiser, in its sixth year, will feature a 5K walk-a-thon. Route highlights will include "pawzstations" with plenty of water, food and fun for pets of all kinds and their human companions.
New for 2010 include an expanded pet-friendly exhibit area and children’s activities, a canine fashion show, a dog training clinic, and more. The Agoura Hills/Calabasas Community Center is located at 27040 Malibu Hills Rd., Calabasas. To register visit http://www.nutsformutts.org or call 818-880-2993.
New Leash On Life, http://www.newleash.org, has been responsible for the spaying and neutering of thousands of pets and the rescuing and placement of over 3,000 dogs. In addition, they provide free educational seminars at local shelters and schools, set shelter rescue priorities on “hard to place” animals requiring medical or special care, founded the Lend A Paw Program which rescues dogs from shelters, rehabilitates them and transforms them into Assistance and Therapy dogs, founded the P.E.T.’s program (Pet Educational Trainers) and co-founded Partners for Life, which saved hundreds at the East Valley Animal Shelter.
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EVENTS & FESTIVALS:
Simchat Chochmah, Journeying from Mid-life to Elder & Sage.
Mar. 7, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Celebrate with a ceremony in 4 Worlds: Spirit, Mind, Heart and Body, filled with Jewish tradition and innovative ritual. $25.
(310) 440-1246
www.simchatchochmah.blogspot.com
Grand Openings of Bikestation Claremont and Bikestation Covina
February 24, 8 a.m. The first bicycle and alternative transportation center "network." Bikestation Claremont at MetroLink station at Claremont Depot in Claremont and Bikestation Covina at the Covina MetroLink station
(877) 572-BIKE
www.bikestation.com
Klezmer en Buenos Aires
March 25, 8 p.m. Argentinean duo César Lerner and Marcelo Moguilevsky, also known as Klezmer en Buenos Aires, bring the merriment and pathos of Eastern Europe's spirited music. Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles.
(877) 722-4849
www.skirball.org
Walking Tour of the Camellia Forest:
Feb. 27, 2 p.m. Discover blooms in a great variety of forms and in every shade of pink, white and red. Free with Gardens admission. Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge.
(818) 949-4200
www.descansogardens.org
Used Book Sale
Mar. 5, 6. Great selection of almost new books. Encino-Tarzana Branch of the Los Angeles Public Library, 18231 Ventura Blvd., Tarzana.
(818) 343-1983
www.etlibraryfriends.org
A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra
Feb. 20, 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Experience the magic, romance and excitement of the music of Frank Sinatra. Madrid Theater, 21622 Sherman Way, Canoga Park
(818) 347-9938
www.ci.la.ca.us/cad/madridtheatre/index.html
Benita Bike's DanceArt
Feb. 25, 8 p.m. Part of the celebration surrounding the opening of the new gym at Los Angeles Mission College. a mixture of contemporary dance performance and audience interaction. 13356 Eldridge Ave., Sylmar.
(818) 353-5734
www.danceart.org
Pepperdine Faculty Recital
March 25, 7:30 p.m. Kathleen Roland-Silverstein, Soprano, Louise Lofquist, Piano. Free. Raitt Recital Hall, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu.
(310) 506-4522
http://arts.pepperdine.edu
Concerts at the Bowl
Feb. 10 - 24. Wednesdays, 8:30 p.m. Various performers from classical guitar to blues. 20122 Vanowen St., Winnetka.
(818) 340-5190
http://canogaparkbowl.com
Pepperdine Alumni / Faculty Recital
March 28, 3 p.m. Cosima Luther, Violin
Lisa Raschiatore, Clarinet, Sara Banta, Piano, Free. Raitt Recital Hall, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu.
(310) 506-4522
http://arts.pepperdine.edu
Descanso Puts Out the Call for Former Camellia Queens and Princesses
Feb. 20 - 27. Descanso Gardens is searching for former camellia queens and princesses of the 1950s. Events include fairies leading tours of camellia forest and a presentation of "Charles Phoenix's Retro Slide Show of Southern California" with a tribute to the former camellia queens. Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada.
(818) 949-4200
www.descansogardens.org
Southern California Camellia Council Show
Feb. 27 - 28, 1 to 4 p.m. Sat. and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sun. Bring a camellia for identification and learn more about it; arrive early on Saturday to enter your blooms in novice and intermediate categories, or just admire the flower called the "Empress of Winter." Van de Kamp Hall, Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada.
(818) 949-4200
www.descansogardens.org
Augustin Hadelich, violin and Ian Parker, piano
Feb. 20, 8 p.m. Playing the 1683 ex-Gingrich Stradivarius, Hadelich will bring his virtuosic technique, captivating stage presence and singing style to a program of works by Telemann, Brahms, Poulenc and Sarasate. Tickets: $88, $66. Doheny Mansion, Pompeian Room, 8 Chester Pl., Los Angeles.
213-477-2929
www.DaCamera.org
Paragon Ragtime Orchestra
Feb. 27, 4 pm. This concert joins the leading exponents of turn-of-the-century American popular music, a classic Hollywood movie palace, and silent films from Hollywood's princes of comedy. Tickets: $43, $39, $35. The Egyptian, 6712 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles.
213-477-2929
www.DaCamera.org
Plant Sale
Sundays, 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. A plant sale held at the Kids' Adventure Garden. 350 W. Gainsborough Rd.
(805) 497-3266
Brewing Camellias - A Tea Tasting Workshop
Feb. 21, 1 p.m. Almost all teas come from Camellias. Robin Sease gives you the low down on camellia history and tea-growing facts along with the differences between green, oolong and black teas. Hot tea tasting. Free. Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge.
(818) 949-4200
www.descansogardens.org
Charles Phoenix's Retro Slide Show of Southern California
Feb. 20, 8 p.m. Join humorist Charles Phoenix for a laugh-out-loud celebration of retro car culture such as suburbia, fast food stands and L.A. landmarks - including Descanso Gardens' Camellia Festivals! $25. Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge.
(818) 949-4200
www.descansogardens.org
David Binney Quartet
Feb. 27, 8 p.m. Known for his performances with groups like the big bands of Gil Evans and Maria Schneider, Binney was also a co-founder of the hard-edged quintet Lost Tribe and the open-form collective quartet Lan Xang. 18111 Nordhoff St., Northridge.
(818) 677-2488
http://artsnorthridge.csun.com
Glendale Quilt Show
Mar 19 - 21, 10 a.m. Glendale Quilt Guild 31st Annual Quilt Show. Quilts will be on display, at vendor mall, classes and lectures are available, and an awards luncheon with live auction. Burbank Airport Marriott, 2500 Hollywood Way, Burbank.
www.glendalequiltguild.org
CLUBS & MEETINGS:
Moorpark Chamber Breakfast
Feb. 19, 7:30 a.m. Sponsored by Nancy Serritella, Independent Capital Management. This monthly event is full of information about our sponsor as well as the products and services offered by our members. Members: $15, Guests $20. Moorpark Country Club, 1800 Championship Dr., Moorpark
(805) 529-0322
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
The Calabasas Chamber of Commerce Calabasas Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
Feb. 25, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Networking Luncheon & presentation of the Bill Van Gieson "Spirit of Calabasas" Award Honoring Calabasas City Council Member James Bozajian. $25 for members, $30 for non-members. Calabasas Civic Center - Founders Hall, 200 Civic Center Way, Calabasas.
(818) 222-5680
Genealogy From the Inside Out
March 7, 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. The book The Story of Annie's Ghosts will be discussed. Temple Adat Elohim, 2420 E. Hillcrest Dr., Thousand Oaks.
(818) 889-6616
information@jgscv.org
Valley Watercolor Society
2nd Thurs. of the month. Watercolor classes and workshops. $5. Encino Community Center, 4935 Balboa Blvd. Encino.
(818) 407-0828
(818) 882-4897
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:
Road to Freedom
Runs through Mar. 7. Experience 160 images that dramatically advanced the struggle for equal rights. Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles.
(310) 440-4500
www.skirball.org
Making Faces
Mar. 10 - July 11. Israeli illustrator Hanoch Piven depicts celebrities in witty caricature collages. Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles.
(310) 440-4500
www.skirball.org
Breach of Peace
Runs through April 11. View contemporary portraits by Eric Etheridge of forty of the civil rights activists who in 1961 converged on Jackson, Mississippi, to challenge state segregation laws. Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles.
(310) 440-4500
www.skirball.org
Se7en by Se7en
Runs through Feb. 25. A collaboration of the Artist Co-op 7. Creative Arts Center Gallery, 1100 W. Clark Ave., Burbank.
(818) 238-5397
An Idea Called Tomorrow
Runs through Mar. 7. Contemplating the active role we can play in bringing about a more just, equitable future, these commissioned works explore social justice. Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles.
(310) 440-4500
www.skirball.org
Images for Human Rights
Runs through March 14. Images that not only reinforce the Declaration's principles but also highlight human rights violations around the world today. Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles.
(310) 440-4500
www.skirball.org
Robert Williams
Feb. 20 - Apr. 3. Conceptual Realism in the Service of the Hypothetical features new paintings, drawings, prints and for the first time, sculptures. CSUN, 18111 Nordhoff St., Northridge.
(818) 677-2156
www.csun.edu/galleries
Mercedes Matter: A Retrospective Exhibition
Runs through Apr. 4. Mercedes Matter's art involved early American modernism of the Stieglitz circle to European cubism to abstract expressionism. Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art, Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu.
(310) 506-7257
http://arts.pepperdine.edu
Seven by 7
Runs through Feb. 25. With the use of rich and brilliant color, intense contrast and a mix of media, these works illuminate both the artists' and viewers' inner and outer worlds. Creative Arts Center Gallery, 1100 W. Clark Ave., Burbank.
(818) 238-5397
SENIOR ACTIVITIES:
Chatsworth Senior Center Open House
Mar. 13, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Come and get information on all health services. Mason Park Gym, 10500 Mason Ave., Chatsworth.
(818) 606-6671
chatsworthsenior@aol.com
Winter 2010 San Manuel Indian Bingo and Casino
Mar. 4, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. The city of Agoura Hills Older Adult/Senior Recreation Program will be going on a gaming trip to San Manuel.
(818) 597-7361
www.ci.agoura-hills.ca.us
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 skills to pursue a career in television commercial acting. N. Hollywood Adult Learning Center, 10952 Whipple, N. Hollywood.
(818) 763-8081
www.buddypowell.com
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
CLASSES & SEMINARS:
Tseng College at CSUN Information Session
Mar. 25, 6 - 8 p.m. An information session for the new certificate program in mediation and conflict resolution. For anyone called on to resolve disputes in a work or community environment. CSUN University Club, 18111 Nordhoff St., Northridge.
(818) 677-5943
http://tsengcollege.csun.edu/mediation
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
Simply Music Piano
Mar 2 - 23. An Australian piano method that has beginning students playing great sounding classical, contemporary, blues and accompaniments from their first lessons. $45 plus a $15 fee. Agoura Hills Recreation Center Multi-Purpose Room, 30610 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Agoura Hills.
(818) 597-7361
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. The classes are open to people with cancer, cancer survivors, and their family members. Jennifer Diamond Cancer Foundation, 9410 Owensmouth Ave, Chatsworth.
(818) 700-6900
http://www.twcvv.org
Guitar Master Class with Christopher Parkening
Feb. 20, 2 - 6 p.m. Parkening founded the classical guitar department in 2002 at Pepperdine University, where he holds the Christopher Parkening Chair in Classical Guitar as Distinguished Professor of Music. Raitt Recital Hall, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu.
(310) 506-4522
http://arts.pepperdine.edu
How to Grow Great Roses 101
Feb. 27, 9-11:30 a.m. Rosarium Horticulturist Amanda Everett will discuss the basics of cultivating healthy roses and how to combine organic and conventional methods so your home rose garden will thrive. Cost: $28, ($24 members) Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge.
(818) 949-7980
www.descansogardens.org
Knitting Group for Cancer Patients and Family Members
Ongoing, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Free for people with cancer, survivors, and family members. Jennifer Diamond Cancer Foundation, 9410 Owensmouth Ave, Chatsworth.
(805) 379-4777
www.twcvv.org
Navigate the Internet
Feb 19 - Mar. 9, and Feb 18 - Mar. 11.
Learn to surf the net, use links, bookmarks, search engines, and emailing.
(818) 597-7361
Computer File Management
Feb. 22 - Mar. 8. Students will learn how to set up folders and sub-folders, practice saving documents properly, and move, rename or delete old documents. $45.
(818) 597-7361
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
KIDS STUFF:
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
Youth Council
Accepting applications through Feb. A youth leadership and advisory committee intended to provide opportunities for youth to move through their teen years connected to their community and its values. Ages 10 - 17. Meetings once a month.
(818) 597-7361
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
Faery Tours of the Camellia Forest
Feb. 20, 9:30, 10:15 and 11 a.m. The faeries guide through Descanso's Camellia Forest. Free. Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge.
(818) 949-4200
www.descansogardens.org
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. $15. 14945 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks.
(818) 990-7600
www.storyopolis.com
Youth Ski & Snowboard Programs
Two one-day ski trips. Feb. 15, Mountain High. Mar. 20, Bear Mtn. $65 for ages 11-12 and &80 for ages 13 - 17.
(818) 597-7361
www.ci.agourta-hills.ca.us
Typing Class for Teens
Wednesdays Feb. 22 - Mar. 29. A great opportunity for teens ages 11- 17 to learn typing skills. Get your kids typing skill up to par.
(818) 597-7361
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