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EVENTS & FESTIVALS:

Rosemary & Thyme Community Garden
January 9, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. The Garden will be giving away fresh fruit trees. 10161 Jordan Ave., Chatsworth
(818) 700-8940

6th Annual Artivist Film Festival
Dec. 1 - 5. Screening 45 independent, narratives, documentaries, shorts, and experimental films. Free.
www.ARTIVIST.com

City of Agoura Hills Registration Social
Dec. 9, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Join us at our 13th annual Registration Social and enjoy food, have fun and get involved. $5 discount on winter classes.
(818) 597-7361

Advent Services
Dec. 2, 6 p.m. Our Redeemer Lutheran Church will hold Advent Services. 8520 Winnetka Ave., Winnetka.
(818) 341-3460
www.our-redeemer.org

On December Five and Twenty
Dec. 13, 4 p.m. Concert features carols, calypsos, Brandenburgs, and spirituals presented by the Chancel Choir and Early Music Ensemble. Free. St James Presbyterian Church is located at 19414 Ventura Blvd, Tarzana.
(818) 345-2057

New Year's Eve Service
Dec. 31, 6 p.m. Service on New Year's Eve. Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 8520 Winnetka Ave., Winnetka.
(818) 341-3460

LAVC "Angels and Saints" Holiday Concert
Dec. 5, 8 p.m. Join the Metropolitan Master Chorale as they celebrate through song the angels and saints among us in the first concert of their inaugural season. L.A. Valley College Recital Hall, 5800 Fulton Ave., Valley Glen.
(323) 342-2263
http://www.metrosings.org/

Henry's Helps Bag Hunger with "Grab 'n' Give" Food Drive
Runs until Jan. 4. Shoppers will find pre-packaged Grab 'n' Give grocery bags priced at a 10% discount at a special stand near the checkout stands. After paying for them, customers can simply drop off those bags at the donation bins located near the exits.
www.henrysmarkets.com

Holiday Wine Tasting
Dec. 3, 6 - 8 p.m. Start the holidays with festive recipes and wine. $54 ($49 for members). Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr., La Cañada Flintridge.
(818) 790-3663
www.descansogardens.org

Boston Camerata
December 5, 8 p.m. America's premiere early music ensemble joins with the Sharq Arab Ensemble to bring the Christmas narrative. $43, $39, $3. Immanuel Presbyterian, Church, 3300 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles.
213-477-2929
www.DaCamera.org

Craft Boutique
Dec. 5, 6, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Select from a variety of handmade items, holiday-inspired goods, and garden-related gifts. Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr., La Cañada Flintridge.
www.descansogardens.org

Botanic Bling
Dec. 12, 13, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Features botanically inspired creations from vendors and craftspeople. $8 adults, $6 students/seniors, $3 children 5-12. 1418 Descanso Dr., La Cañada Flintridge.
(818) 949-4200
www.descansogardens.org

Thanksgiving Day at Descanso
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Enjoy Patina Catering's Bountiful Harvest Thanksgiving Buffet. $8 adults, $6 seniors/students, $3 children 5-12. Brunch costs: $45, $37 members, $15 children 4-12. 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada.
(818) 790-3663
www.descansogardens.org

It's a Great Day for Singing
Dec. 16, 11:15 a.m. Musical selections from Operas, Operettas & Musical Theatre with piano. $25, including lunch! Woman's Club of Hollywood, 1749 N La Brea Ave, Hollywood.
(323) 851-0271,
aidamonte19@gmail.com

The New Shanghai Circus
Jan. 10, 5 p.m. Acrobats, jugglers, and contortionists will perform a stunning program. $35 adults, $20 kids. Smothers Theatre, Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu.
(310) 506-4522
http://arts.pepperdine.edu

Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair
Nov. 28 - 29, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. On Thanksgiving Weekend, The Eclectic Company Theatre will play host to a Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair. Free. The Eclectic Company Theatre, 5312 Laurel Canyon Blvd. Valley Village.
(818) 508-3003.
www.eclecticcompanytheatre.org

Christmas Eve and Day Services
Dec. 24, 5 p.m. and Dec. 25, 9:30 a.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight sevices. The flame will be passed at the end of the service while everyone sings Silent Night. Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 8520 Winnetka Ave., Winnetka.
(818) 341-3460

Holiday Trunk Show
Nov. 29, 12 - 3 p.m. Dark Delicacies will host its annual holiday trunk show with Black Phoenix Alchemy Labs. 4213 W. Burbank Blvd., Burbank.
(818) 556-6660
www.darkdel.com

Christmas Concert
Dec. 3, 7:30 p.m. This concert will feature Randol Bass' Gloria, the classic "Night Before Christmas," and other favorites performed by the Pepperdine choir and orchestra. $10. Smothers Theatre, 24255 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu.
(310) 506-4522

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

Canned Food Drive Begins
Runs through Dec. 20, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Donate items for the holidays. Encino Community Center, 4935 Balboa Blvd., Encino.
(818) 995-1690
laparks.org/dos/ereg/facility/encino.htm

Winter Adult Basketball Leagues
Adult basketball league plays Sun. 6 - 10 p.m. and Thurs. 7 - 10 p.m. Fall League play begins Jan. 4. Managers meeting Dec. 9. Register by Dec. 18, 4 p.m.
(818) 597-7361

Benita Bike's Dance Art
Dec. 5, 2 p.m. Discover the onder of seeing beautiful and powerful dance up close. The Lake View Terrace Library, 12002 Osborne St., Lake View Terrace.
(818) 353-5734

Equestfest
Dec. 29, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Watch Drill Teams, Calvary Units, Trick Ropers, Medieval Times, Trick Riding, the Wells Fargo Stagecoach and more. $12. Los Angeles Equestrian Center, 480 Riverside Dr., Burbank.
(626) 795-4171
www.sharpseating.com

Pepperdine Chamber Ensembles
Dec. 4, 6:30 p.m. Chamber music repertoire performed by Pepperdine's string, guitar, woodwind, brass and percussion ensembles. Free. Raitt Recital Hall, 24255 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu.
(310) 506-4522

Rose Parade
Jan. 1, 6:15 - 2 p.m. 121st Annual Rose Parade. $85. Bus transportation and reserved seats at 1630 E. Colorado Blvd. Agoura Hills Rec Center, 30610 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Agoura Hills.
(818) 597-7361

"One-Step Webpages: A Hodge Podge of Lesser Known Gems"
Dec. 6, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Stephen Morse's one-step program on how to do genealogical searches in large databases. Temple Adat Elohim 2420 E. Hillcrest Dr., Thousand Oaks
(818) 889-6616

"Give a Gift of Art"
Runs through Dec. 31. Holiday show. Topanga Cyn. Gallery, 120 Topanga Cyn. Blvd., # 109
(310) 455-7909

Festival Latino 2009
Dec. 20, 7 p.m. An evening filled with wonderful sounds and rhythms of Latin music. Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, 3050 Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley
(805) 795-5001

Celebration Ringers Christmas Handbell Concert
Dec. 6, 3 p.m. Freewill offering. Northridge United Methodist Church, 9650 Reseda Blvd., Northridge.
(818) 886-1555

In Da Zone Talent Showcase
Ongoing, Wednesdays. An all age show featuring singers, rappers, bands, and comedians. Cobalt Cafe, 22047 Sherman Way, Canoga Park.
(818) 348-3789
www.myspace.com/innerworldentertainmentca

Dancing for Humanity
Ongoing Thursdays. An evening of music, dancing and global awareneness. 23527 Calabasas Rd. Calabasas.
(818) 222-6062
http://www.sagebrushcantina.com

Holiday Toy Drive
Dec. 1, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Bring a new, unwrapped toy for a child. Encino Community Center, 4935 Balboa Blvd., Encino
(818) 995-1690

Used Book Sale
Dec. 4. 5, 10 - 5 p.m. Give a gift of reading! Encino-Tarzana Branch of the Los Angeles Library, 18231 Ventura Blvd., Tarzana.
(818) 343-1983
www.etlibraryfriends.org

Weekly Open Poetry Reading
Ongoing. Hosted by Rick Lupert. 7-minute limit. Sign up at 8:30 pm. Cobalt Cafe, 22047 Sherman Way, Canoga Park.
(818) 348-3789
http://poetrysuperhighway.com/cobalt

A Mediterranean Christmas
Dec. 5, 8 p.m. Chamber music presents Boston Camera. Imanuel Presbyterian Church, 3300 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles.
(213) 477-2929
www.dacamera.org

CLUBS & MEETINGS:

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

EXHIBITS & GALLERIES:

Mercedes Matter: A Retrospective Exhibition
Jan. 23 - 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

Creative Arts Center Holiday Boutique
Dec. 4 - 17. Featuring pottery, paintings, photography, ornaments, decorations, clothing, jewelry, mosaics. Creative Arts Center Gallery, 1100 W. Clark Ave., Burbank.
(818) 238-5397

Frank Paulin: Color Photographs
Runs through Nov. 28. Paulin's photos are about perception and illusion of everyday life. Duncan Miller Gallery, 10959 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles
(310) 838-2440
www.duncanmillergallery.com

Pinky Violence
Runs through Nov. 30. Curator Matt Kennedy presents an overview of the Asian movie genre. Hyaena, 1928 W. Olive Ave. Burbank.
(818) 972-2448
www.hyaenagallery.com

Visions and Values: Jewish Life from Antiquity to America
Ongoing. Discover the story of Jewish life up until the present. Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles.
www.skirball.org

Elements of Nature: Selections from the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation
Runs through Dec. 6. This exhibition draws inspiration from fire, water, earth, and air. Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art, Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu.
(310) 506-4851

Hessam Abrishami
Runs through Nov. 30. Acrylic paintings, ink and charcoal drawings, and bronze sculptures. Art Project Gallery, Westfield Topanga Mall, 6600 Topanga Cyn. Blvd., Canoga Park.
(818) 610-1054

DIG IT! Archaeology Adventures
Saturdays and Sundays, Museum Hours. Dig, sift, sort, and sculpt at the Skirball's simulated archaeological dig and field lab. $10; $7 Seniors and Students; $5 Kids 2-12; Free to Kids under 2. Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles.
(310) 440-4500

Noah's Ark at the Skirball
Ongoing. Play, build, climb, explore, and collaborate, all while mingling with hundreds of "animals." Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles.
(310) 440-4500
www.skirball.org

SENIOR ACTIVITIES:

Brain Fitness:
Information on brain structure, ways to protect and practice memory skills, to live well. Keep your brain in ship shape. Every Tuesday, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. The Piedmont, 6750 Whitsett, N. Hollywood. Wednesdays., 10 - 11:30 a.m., Valley Storefront, 12821 Victory Blvd, N. Hollywood.
http://www.nhpcas.com

Family History Writing Class:
Mondays., 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Learn professional writing, editing and proofreading skills when writing life stories. The Valley Village Senior Apartments, 12111 Chandler Boulevard, Valley Village.
http://www.nhpcas.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:

Holiday Prep Dance Workshops
Dec. 11, 7 - 8:30 p.m. Learn Salsa and Fox Trot. $20. Partners required.
(818) 597-7361

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

Winter Term Classes
Registration runs until Jan. 4. Winter Term Classes meet Jan. 4 - 17. The Tseng College at CSUN administers Winter Term, which allows students and community members not enrolled at CSUN to take academic-credit classes in a compressed format. 18111 Nordhoff St., Northridge.
(818) 677-2504
http://tsengcollege.csun.edu/winter.html

Holiday Wreath Making Workshop
Dec. 5, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Descanso's Rachel Young shows you how to turn natural materials into beautiful holiday décor. $35, $30 members. Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr., La Cañada Flintridge.
(818) 790-7980
www.descansogardens.org

Holiday Tamales
Dec. 6, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Sandy Romero, from Mama's Hot Tamales, demonstrates how to made delicious holiday tamales with no lard. $60, $50 members. 1418 Descanso Dr., La Cañada Flintridge.
(818) 949-7980
www.descansogardens.org

Tennis Classes
Ongoing. Classes available for all levels. 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

Beginning Belly Dance Class
Every Mon. and Thurs. evening from 7:30pm - 8:30pm. Come learn the sensuous art of Egyptian Belly Dance! Dance in Motion, 2776 Ventura Blvd, Suite B, Woodland Hills.
(818) 222-2085

Dance Classes
Ongoing. Saturdays 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Classes in ballet, tap, jazz, modern dance, and acting. 7 yrs and up. 6952 Van Nuys Blvd, Van Nuys.
(310) 855-8725

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

The Michael Chekhov Studio
Saturdays, 12 - 3p.m. Exercises to strengthen the actor's imagination and concentration.
(818) 238-0501
www.themichaelchekhovstudio.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

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

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

Pastimes for a Lifetime
Ongoing. A fine art and piano academy.
http://www.pastimesinc.com

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

Art is Our Passion
Ongoing. Art instruction classes for all ages. 5859 Kanan Rd., Agoura Hills.
(818) 991-5514
www.artisourpassion.com

Bob Baker's Holiday Spectacular
Runs through Jan. 10. Over 100 designed marionettes will charm you. $20. The Bob Baker Marionette Theater, 1345 W. 1st St., Los Angeles.
(213) 250-9995

Academy of Dance/Performing Arts
Ongoing. Classical ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical and musical theater. 5700 Corsa Avenue, #106, Westlake Village.
(818) 889-1515.
www.academyofdance.us

Friday Morning Tiny Tales Storytime
Ongoing, 10:30 a.m. A new tale and activities each week. Borders, 14651 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks.
(818) 728-6593
www.bordersstores.com

Music Lessons with Cathy Heller
Ongoing Fri. A musician on the LA kids' scene, Cathy Heller, shares her expertise. $15. 14945 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks.
(818) 990-7600
www.storyopolis.com

Winter Camp Programs
Dec. 21 - 23, and Dec. 28 - 30. "Winter Wonderland" Ages 3 - 5. Agoura Hills Rec. Center from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. $20 a day." Winter Caravans" Ages 6 - 10. $35 per day. Visit Chuck E. Cheese, Movies, Lazer Tag, Golf-N-Stuff, IMAX Science Center. "Adventure Club" for ages 10 - 15 Trips to Magic Mtn., Malls, Knotts Berry Farm and 3rd St. Promenade. $40 per day.
(818) 597-7361

Children's Christmas Programs
Dec. 20, during the 9:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. services. This program brings the story of Jesus' birth from the perspective of the shepherds. Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 8520 Winnetka Ave., Winnetka.
(818) 341-3460
www.our-redeemer.org

Youth Ski & Snowboard Programs
Jan 18 and Feb,. 15. Mountain Hi Ski Resort. March 20. Bear Mtn. $65 for 11-12 year olds, $80 for 13 - 17 year olds.
(818) 597-7361

Holiday Story Time Brunch
Dec. 12, 13, 9:30 & 11 a.m. Families can enjoy a gourmet breakfast. Kids story time and a ticket on the Enchanted Railroad. $45, $37 (members) for adults, $15 for kids 4-10; free for kids 3 and younger.
(818) 790-3663

Blue Angels Youth Ski & Snowboard Program
5 Saturdays during Jan. and Feb. The Blue Angels is comprised of skiers & snowboarders...from No. Ca to So. Cal...first year novices & expert groms who have been Blue Angels for years. Open to children ages 7 - 17. Included is transportation to Mountain High. Adult supervision, lunch and snacks, Pro-Tec snow helmet, sponsor goodie bag, and equipment rental discounts. $749.
(818) 597-7361
www.blueangelsnow.com

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