Theatricum Botanicum season preview event features ‘The Point!’ with Kiefo Nilsson and Pamela Adlon on June 5

William Shakespeare and Queen Elizabeth host a combination fundraiser/community event at Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum.

The season preview will feature scenes from each of the four plays in the 2022 summer repertory season, sponsored by the S. Mark Taper Foundation, followed by a live performance of Harry Nilsson’s 1970 album, The Point! starring Kiefo Nilsson, Pamela Adlon and a 14-piece orchestra.

Upper tier tickets are free to the public, subject to availability. All proceeds from lower tier and premium tickets, which include a reception with Theatricum artists in the garden before the show, wine and hors d’oeuvres, and premium seating, go to support Theatricum Botanicum’s extensive artistic and educational programming.

Sunday, June 5 at 4 p.m. at Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum
1419 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd.
Topanga CA 90290
(midway between Pacific Coast Highway and the Ventura Freeway)

TICKETS:
• Premium Seating and Reception: $80
• Lower Tier: $42 (adults); $25 (seniors/students/teachers/veterans/AEA); $10 (ages 5-15)
• Upper Tier: Free (reservations recommended; subject to availability)
(310) 455-3723 or theatricum.

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Pan Asian Festival at the SFV Mueseum

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May is Asian-American Pacific-Islander Heritage month, The Museum of the San Fernando Valley will host a one-day festival on Sunday May 22 that celebrates the arts and culture of these many nations.  The San Fernando Valley is home to many whose Asian ethnicities have added a distinctive and global feel to communities all over the Valley.

 

You can also look at festival-specific website www.PanAsianFestival.com 

for additional information. 

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As the festival date is drawing near, we are also looking for additional vendors and would appreciate any referral ideas you may have. We are an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit free Museum in existence since 2005

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45th Scandinavian Festival

Saturday and Sunday, June 4-5, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Buth Park and Memorial Field

 

The 45th festival of Nordic cultures, the largest such event in Southern California, features music, dancing, cooking and craft demonstrations, specialty Nordic craft vendors, and activities for people of all ages.

 

Festivalgoers can frolic with lovable Norwegian elkhounds, decorate head wreaths with flowers and ribbon, and visit an authentic Viking village and a Saami sliddastallan, or community gathering. Younger Vikings also can enjoy Hans Christian Andersen puppet shows and make free Scandinavian craft souvenirs.

 

Food is always a highlight of festival. Taste delicious lefse, Viking dogs, Scandinavian pastries and aebleskivers. Scandia and Swedish dance groups, musical guests and headliner ABBAFAB, a tribute to the Swedish pop group ABBA, will perform on the main stage.

 

Admission is $15 for adults and free for children aged 12 and younger. Service dogs are the only pets allowed. The festival is produced by the Scandinavian American Cultural and Historical Foundation.

 

For information and volunteer opportunities, visit scandinavianfest.org.

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The magic continues in Faeryland with our outdoor, physically distanced performances with limited capacity.  Everyone is feeling safe and having

lots of fun.

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A Faery Hunt Enchantment in Sherwood Forest

Corriganville Park, 7001 Smith Road, Simi Valley, CA 93063

Nickelodeon named A Faery Hunt Best Children's Theater in Los Angeles.   Join the Faery Folk in Sherwood Forest (where they filmed the classic Robin Hood) on a fun and gentle quest in Fairyland. Join this musical interactive, immersive performance filled with beautiful fairies, music, laughs and fun. As the audience makes their way through the forest, they actually become part of the story. You’ll meet faeries and funny creatures, maybe even Faery Royalty! All Covid safety rules will apply. Many children come in costume. Wings, garlands, wands and wizard hats and CD's of Faery Music from the shows are available there for $5-$10 for sale.  Perfect for ages 2-10, boys and girls, and the young-at-heart.

Groups and birthday parties are welcome!

Time: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

The cost: $15.00

Reservations suggested: 818-324-6802; reservations@afaeryhunt.com

Purchase tickets at https://stores.afaeryhunt.com/store-catalog/

Website: https://www.afaeryhunt.com/

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Bolton Hall Museum

Important Archeological & Historical Sites

In and Around the San Fernando Valley

May 14, 2022

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In spite of the growth of the San Fernando Valley, it still hosts some Native American rock and village sites as well as many sites dating from the Spanish, Mexican and early American periods.

 

Our speaker for this program, Al Knight, will take us on a "tour" of his selections of the most interesting of these sites.  Al has over 40 years of experience in archeological, anthropological and historic fieldwork, research and writing and is the author of numerous published and unpublished reports.  He has participated in over 250 projects in Southern California, including work leading to the creation of our local Stonehurst community HPOZ.  See the attached flyer for more information.

 

This event is free and open to the public and everyone is welcome.

 

May 14th, 2022     1 p.m.

Bolton Hall Museum, Home of Little Landers Historical Society

10110 Commerce Avenue, Tujunga, CA 91042

 

Additional information is available from Little Landers Historical Society, (818) 352-3420 or BoltonHall.org or E-mail llhs@boltonhall.org   

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VALLEY RAGTIME STOMP

The meeting will take place at Paoli’s Restaurant in Woodland Hills from 1 to 4 pm on the second Saturday of each month.  Hope you can join us. The Stomp is an informal gathering of players and listeners who enjoy ragtime music and other types of music from the earlier part of the 20th century.

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Paoli’s is located at 21020 Ventura Blvd; Woodland Hills CA. There is some parking in the back (small lot). Street parking is metered, so pay attention to the time if you park there. Those with handicap placards, of course, don’t have to worry about the meters or the restrictions on the surrounding side streets.

All are welcome. There is no charge. Attendees are encouraged to order from Paoli’s menu of very tasty Mediterranean foods and pizzas, and they have a full bar, as well. For further info, please contact: Ron Ross 818-439-9048 Public Relations Director

Ragtimron@gmail.com

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Attendees are encouraged to order from Paoli’s menu of very tasty Mediterranean foods and pizzas, and they have a full bar, as well.
 
Paoli’s is located at 21020 Ventura Blvd; Woodland Hills CA. There is some parking in the back (small lot). Street parking is metered, so pay attention to the time if you park there. Those with handicap placards, of course, don’t have to worry about the meters or the restrictions on the surrounding side streets.
facebook.com/TheValleyRagtimeStomp

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WEEKLY CANCER SUPPORT GROUPS Open to cancer patients and their families.(805) 379-4777www.CancerSupportVvsb.org ORIENTATION MEETINGS Learn about Cancer Support Community. Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Fridays, 10 a.m. (805) 379-477 www.CancerSupportVvsb.org

 

The Pink Floyd Concert Experience

Starring Pink Floyd Sound

Sat. May 21, 2022  - 7:30pm - In the Scherr Forum

TICKETS: https://bit.ly/3l8H1TM

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Kick Boom Theatre Premieres Housewife ’52 at Fringe!

Award-winning writer, director and producer John Wuchte returns to the festival with a unique theatrical experience exploring the lives of everyday housewives in 1952 through movement, dance, song, aprons and heels.

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DATES AND TIMES AND PRICE:

Sunday, June 5 – 8 p.m. ($10)

Friday, June 10 – 9:30 p.m. ($15)

Sunday, June 12 – 3:30 p.m. ($15)

Wednesday, June 15 – 6:30 p.m. ($20)

Friday, June 17 – 10:30 p.m. ($20)

Wednesday, June 22 – 9:30 p.m. ($20)

Saturday, June 25 – 4:30 p.m. ($20)

 

LOCATION:

Broadwater Stage

1076 Lillian Way

Los Angeles, CA 90038

 

FOR TICKETS AND MORE INFORMATION:

https://www.hollywoodfringe.org/projects/6841

https://www.kickboomtheater.com/

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History of Car Dealerships in Los Angeles

June 11, 2022

 

The history of car dealerships in Los Angeles goes all the way back to 1900, and you may not even recognize the names of some of those early cars. In 1921 Winslow B. Felix opened Felix Chevrolet and took Felix the Cat, the cartoon character originated in 1921, along for the ride.

 

Our speaker for this program is Darryl Holter, PhD, who taught management and history at UCLA until 1995 when he began assisting his father-in-law with his auto dealership and founded the Figueroa Corridor Business Improvement District.  Mr. Holter is currently an Adjunct Professor of History at USC and is writing a book on the history of car dealerships in Los Angeles.

 

This event is free and open to the public and everyone is welcome.

 

June 11th, 2022     1 p.m.

Bolton Hall Museum, Home of Little Landers Historical Society

10110 Commerce Avenue, Tujunga, CA 91042

 

Additional information is available from Little Landers Historical Society, (818) 352-3420 or BoltonHall.org or E-mail llhs@boltonhall.org   

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Sunday Bingo! Join The Fun!

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Doors open at 11am. Bingo starts at Noon.

Address: 21433 Strathern Street, Canoga Park, CA 91304.

We play papers, machines, flash cards and King and Queen.

 

Also, our Hall is available for Rent  The phone number is (747)444-9188 for more information

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Springtime at The Underwood Family Farms 

Moorpark & Somis Farm Centers

open 9am - 6pm daily

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Some activities may require additional tickets. A food and refreshment court will be located in the event site area. Entry is at the gate only on weekdays, but on-line tickets are required for weekend & April 15 admission. Make sure to visit our website to purchase on-line weekend tickets and for more information. Moorpark - Somis -  Open daily 9am - 6pm

www.underwoodfamilyfarms.com

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Concerned about our community? Come and join the Encino Chamber team 

 

When you register, please designate the Encino Chamber as your organization.

 

Please let us know that you have registered by clicking the button below, or send an email confirmation to info@encinochamber.org

Have you registered for the Day of Service with Assembly Member Jesse Gabriel's Office?

 

LOCATION
Sunday, April 3rd! 9:00 a.m. – Noon PIERCE COLLEGE CAMPUS 6201 Winnetka Avenue

DATE AND TIME
04/03/22 9:00am - 04/03/22 12:00pm

There’s lots of projects to pick from. From packing
outreach kits for the homeless, mural painting,
school campus clean-up, and more!
 

Topanga Vintage Market at Pierce College 

Always the 4th Sunday 
New hours are 7am to 2pm 

Over 200 of LA’s top vintage vendors, plus artists & food trucks We thank you all for wearing your mask at the market

 

Pierce College, Mason Ave Entrance
Victory Blvd at Mason Ave, Woodland Hills, CA 91306
$5 admission, kids 12 and under are free 
Veterans are Forever Free Parking is free
No pets please!
More info at www.topangavintagemarket.com 
or call us at 310-422-1844

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP for men newly diagnosed or with advanced disease meets at the Cancer Support Community, 530 Hampshire Road in Westlake Village. Meetings are facilitated by licensed psychotherapists and are designed to serve as a forum for sharing concerns, information, and support as well as address the needs of those dealing with specific issues. A monthly meeting for men, family, and friends is held on the third Saturday at 10:30 AM. A twice-monthly meeting for men only is held on the second and fourth Wednesdays at 6:30 PM. For more information, call 805-379-4777 or visit the CSC website at www.cancersupportvvsb.org/.
 

ENCORE OLDER ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM Pierce College education program designed for older adults (50+). Encore offers FREE noncredit classes and some fee-based classes through Community Extension. (818) 710-2561 www.piercecollege.edu/encore

 

BEREAVEMENT GROUP For those who have experienced loss of someone from cancer. Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.(805) 379-4777 www.CancerSupportVvsb.org“FAMILY AND FRIENDS” Support group for family, friends, and caregivers of cancer patients.(805) 379-4777 www.CancerSupportVvsb.orgBUFF BONES Bone building exercise. Mon. & Weds. Agoura Hills Rec Center.www.bodysolveit.com

 

ROSE LEAF RAGTIME CLUB features performers playing ragtime music. $2 donation. Meets last Sun of the month.(818) 766-2384 MULTIPLE MYELOMA  Support Group. 3rd Wed. of every month.  (818) 515-6060www.SanFernandoValley.support.myeloma.org6TH ANNUAL

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MAPPING MEANING: ADVENTURES IN CARTOGRAPHY This exhibit presents a variety of beautiful maps and ways of reading them, along with objects from the times of their creation. Works date from the 16th century to the present, including a collection focusing on Scandinavia, a depiction of California as an island, and maps of the heavens. William Rolland Gallery of Fine Art, 160 Overton Ct, Thousand Oaks.(805) 4933697 rollandgallery.callutheran.edu

 

Hey Kids, Get in the Car, We're Going to Hollywood!

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By Staff Writer

 

Residents of the Valley may not think about all of the wonderful tourist attractions that lay right here in our backyard living in the greater Los Angeles area, but the opportunities for residents and tourists alike abound with Starline Tours, the largest purveyor of guided tours and entertainment in the greater Los Angeles area. Starline Tours offers a variety of tours of popular attractions such as Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Malibu. Our tour guide, Lisa, an affable San Fernando Valley native, hosted tour number 1, which is the tour of stars homes in the Hollywood and Beverly Hills area. The tour began with an interesting overview of how Hollywood came to be, the development of the area around the studios, and the Hollywood legends past and present that reside in the area. Leaving from the TCL Chinese Theater, parking is conveniently available at the Hollywood and Highland parking garage, providing easy access to covered parking. Guests are taken around in a comfortable open top converted van that provides ample room for approximately 15 guests per van, but at no time does anybody feel crowded. Earphones are provided for each guest providing clear sound as the tour guide provides interesting banter about Hollywood lore and current residents. Some of the current and former stars’ homes on Tour 1 include those of television personalities like Jimmy Kimmel, Larry King, Lucille Ball, and Ellen DeGeneres; movie stars Tom Cruise, Bruce Willis, Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks, and music personalities such as Michael Jackson, Elvis Presley, and Ozzy Osborne. Starline tours offers a unique way to see LA as a tourist, or give out-of-town guests a hassle-free way to see all LA has to offer from the comfort and convenience of an open-top van or air-conditioned bus. Prices vary by tour. Tours leave daily from TCL Chinese Theater (and other locations), 6925 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA. 323-463-3333, http://www.starlinetours.com/los-angeles-tours.asp