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Max's Healthy Tip of the Week:
Vitamin D - nature put it there to help protect us.
If you cannot get 15 minutes of sunlight daily, then at least take a Vitamin-D supplement. This is
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increased health and wellness.
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4 NASTY PHONE AND EMAIL SCAMS
Given the recent number of annoying telemarketing calls and suspicious emails I've received the past two weeks, it's clear that scammers did not take the summer off. In fact, they seem to be busier than ever. Odds are you've gotten at least one, too. READ MORE HERE
 If sometimes you find you are not receiving our newsletter (on Thursday mornings), please check your "junk" or "spam" files. It may have inadvertently ended up in one of those files. Also one of the very first things you will see when you open the newsletter is this "Having trouble viewing this email? Click here ". If you will in fact click on that, it will open up the entire newsletter so that everything including all the information on the right hand side, will be visible. This way the newsletter is much easier to read.  MARC WEISS TALKS ABOUT FINANCES
EXPERT FINANCIAL ADVICE FROM MARC WEISS 3 Questions About Your IRA Custodian Not all custodians are regulated by the IRS and not all IRA custodians are created equal. You want to make sure you really know your custodian so start by asking these 3 basic discovery questions: READ MORE HERE ABOUT THESE 3 BASIC DISCOVERY QUESTIONS If you don't have the answers or aren't sure, call Marc - he can schedule a Custodial Review that will address these questions. Remember, custodial reviews are always FREE so there is no reason not to take advantage of this service! And, he thanks you!
To listen to Marc's very informative video CLICK HERE Marc H. Weiss Web Site: www.archerweiss.com Email: [email protected] License No. 0542576 818-610-8560 or toll free 800-831-2901  ENJOY A PERFORMANCE OF A CLASSICAL/FLAMENCO GUITAR Saturday, September 6 at 3:00 pm Internationally acclaimed classical and flamenco guitarist Adam del Monte will present a special benefit concert for Center Stage Opera. Joining Mr. del Monte onstage will be his wife (and CSO chorus master), pianist Mercedes Musotto.
Tickets are $23 for seniors. Seating is limited. Call 818-517-4102 to reserve your seats today!
And don't forget to order your tickets for La Traviata, Sept. 21 (3 pm), 27 (7:30pm) and 28 (3 pm) at The Madrid Theatre - also available on-line at www.centerstageopera.org . Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church 10000 Sepluveda Blvd. in Mission Hills 
9/11/14 THIRTEEN YEARS LATER
L.A.F.D. FIRE STATION 88
Thursday, September 11 at 6:30 pm
The public is invited to attend the 6:30 PM Ceremony.. ALL are invited to come by anytime on 9/11 to pay their respects for a few minutes or a few hours. It is hoped healing will take place at the Memorial. The memorial is dedicated to the first responders lost on 9/11 and "ALL" Who Risk Their Lives Daily".
For further information please contact Carrie Konjoyan (818) 406-8013
Refreshments will be served. THE PUBLIC IS INVITED. Free parking at Sherman Oaks Castle Park
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HOPE CONNECTION BEREAVEMENT GROUPS
HOPE Connection is a non-profit organization that offers on-going Spousal Loss and Parent Loss support groups in Encino and West Los Angeles.
Their groups, facilitated by licensed therapists, have been offered to the community for more than 30 years.
Spousal Loss support groups are offered on Tuesday evenings in WLA and Thursday evenings in Encino. A Spousal Loss Day Group is now being formed.
Parent Loss groups are offered on Tuesday evenings in Encino and on Wednesday in WLA.
For more information please call 818-788-HOPE (4673):
or website www.hopegroups.org   SHERMAN OAKS HEALTH SCREENING Thursday, September 18 from 8:30 until 11:30 am A Health Fair Screening consisting of many tests including: Thyroid screening Carotid artery screening Heart (Echo) screening And much more! SEE FLYER HERE Stop by our booth to say hello! Sherman Oaks/East Valley Adult Center 5056 Van Nuys Blvd in Van Nuys 818-981-1284  LET'S GO TO THE MOVIES - MOST ARE FREE
AND SOME EVEN OFFER POPCORN! First Friday Film Fest at the Studio City Library
Friday, September 5 from 10:00 am until 5:30 pm Join them for all day film festivals on the first Friday of every month. They'll be showing back to back films, shorts, and cartoons for your entertainment. Call the branch at 818-755-7873 for the titles of the movies. Studio City Library 12511 Moorpark St in Studio City 818-755-7873
Noir at the West Hollywood Library
Saturday, September 6 at 2:00 pm
Celebrate classic noir with a matinee screening of "Double Indemnity." West Hollywood Library 625 N San Vicente Blvd in West Hollywood 310/848-6377 Family Movie Day in Thousand Oaks
Monday, September 8 at 1:00 pm They are showing "Captain Phillips" with Tom Hanks Grant R. Brimhall Library 1401 Janss Road in Thousand Oaks 805-449-2660 A Robin Williams Classic at the Newbury Park Library
Tuesday, September 9 at 7:00 pm They are showing "Dead Poets Society". Newbury Park Branch 2331 Borchard Rd in Newbury Park 805-498-2139 Classic Movies at the Skirball
Tuesday, September 9 at 1:30 pm Enjoy Martin Ritt's "The Front" (1976), with Zero Mostel & Woody Allen. Skirball Cultural Center 2701 N Sepulveda in West LA 310/440-4500 Come see Rare Short Films -Sunland-Tujunga Library
Tuesday, September 9 from 4:00 until 5:00 pm Films are from the archive of USC's School of Cinematic Arts. Actual 16mm prints will be projected. GLUT (1967) A young comic book fan explores the 1960s hip, youth scene disguised in a superhero costume. Director, Basil Poledouris; written by John Milius (Conan the Barbarian, writer of Apocalypse now). Run time: 10 min. EVIL DEMON GOLFBALL FROM HELL!!! (1995) Rian Johnson's (Looper, Breaking Bad) student film about a small-time crook haunted by a possessed golfball. Director, Rian Johnson. Run time: 9 min. ADDRESSLESS (1986) A compelling documentary telling the story of people who live in cars and mobile homes parked in Venice Beach. Writer/Director, Laura Scheerer and Andrew Millstein . Run time: 20 min. Sunland Tujunga Library 7771 Foothill Blvd in Tujunga 818-352-4481 Movies at the Granada Hills Library
Tuesday, September 9 from 5:30 until 7:00 pm Please call the library for the movie. Granada Hills Library 10640 Petit Avenue in Granada Hills 818-368-5687 Robin Williams Film Series - Newbury Park Library
Free screenings of these films honoring the late great Oscar winning actor. Tuesday, Sept. 9 - 7:00 p.m. - DEAD POETS SOCIETY Monday, Sept. 22 - 7:00 p.m. - GOOD MORNING VIETNAM Tuesday, Sept. 30 - 7:00 p.m. - GOOD WILL HUNTING Newbury Park Library 2331 Borchard Rd in Newbury Park 805-498-2139 Movies at the North Hollywood Library
Thursday, September 11 at 2:00 pm New and Classic Movies every Thursday in the Community Room. They've got popcorn too. Everyone Welcome! North Hollywood - Amelia Earhart 5211 Tujunga Ave in North Hollywood 818-766-7185 Cinematheque at CSUN
Thursday, September 11 at 7:00 pm Michael Powell & Emeric Pressburger Retrospective: One of Our Aircraft is Missing (1942). Manzanita Hall, CSUN 18111 Nordhoff in Northridge 818/677-3193  FOR EVERYONE WHO LOVES TO SING
The VALLEY HARMONETTES, a not-for-profit, non-sectarian group of women singers resume rehearsals Monday, September 8 at 10:15 am.
If you can carry a tune, sing in harmony and enjoy entertaining others with music from Broadway shows to popular classics they cordially invite you to join them at a rehearsal to learn more. In addition to an annual Spring concert and a Winter holiday concert for the community, the group sings at many local assisted-living residences to present a program of familiar music for their enjoyment. For further details, please call Director Joane Franks at 818-888-0593. Lift your spirit and let your voice be heard! at the United Methodist Church 5650 Shoup (at Collins), Woodland Hills The SONGBIRDS OF ENCINO, led by their founder, director and accompanist, Irene Zorn invite all you music lovers out there who enjoy singing an old familiar song or two from Broadway to Hollywood and everything in between, to come sing with them!
Next sessions will begin on: Wednesday, September 17 from 10:30 am until 12:30 pm or Saturday, September 20 from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm The fee for each 10 week session is $75.00 - for more information call 818-995-1690. Encino Community Center 4935 Balboa Blvd in Encino Singers are invited to join THE SAN FERNANDO VALLEY MALE CHORUS, which rehearses every Monday, 7:30-9:30 p.m., at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church and School, 23838 Kittridge St., West Hills. Send e-mail inquiries to [email protected] or call Bill Congleton at (818) 888-8093. 12 WAYS TO NATURALLY RELIEVE HEADACHES
We all get them at one time or another - some not as bad as others. But what to do about them?
READ MORE HERE  DANIELLE NIEVES IS A SENIOR REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST (SRES)
She specializes in senior residential real estate representing sellers and buyers. Danielle Nieves, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty in Northridge, understands the challenges of moving, particularly with those who have been in their homes for many years, and has the patience to go above-and-beyond to make their move hassle-free. Why work with a senior real estate specialist? She can offer you choices and alternative solutions to your move and has a network of help for the 50+ market including: * Reverse Mortgage Experts * Assistance in relocating to an Assisted Living Community * Senior Moving/packing specialists * Estate Sale Organizers * Tax & Financial Planning Experts * Home Staging Tips and Experts * Long Term Care Insurance * Home Cooked Meals delivered to your door * Safety needs within the home - Grab bars/ramps/lifts etc.. * Geriatric Care Managers * Elder Law AttorneysIf you have any questions about any of these needs, please feel free to contact her. She is here for your Senior needs and would be happy to help you! She covers the entire San Fernando Valley as well as the Santa Clarita Valley. For two of her great letters of recommendation CLICK HERE Read her September newsletter HERE Danielle Nieves Realtor, SRES & HAFA Certified CalBRE#01821674 Keller Williams Realty Cell: 818-635-5102 www.homesbydani.com  A CRUISE TO CATALINA ISLAND
Sunday, September 28, 7:45 a.m.-7:45 p.m Enjoy a leisurely 1-hour cruise from San Pedro to Santa Catalina Island aboard the Catalina Express. You will have 5 hours to explore this rocky, 22 long by 8 mile wide island. There are museums, scenic coastal and interior tours, as well as ocean and wildlife tours from which to choose. Ask for a tour packet so you may book them yourself in advance of your trip to the island. There are several fine restaurants and bistros for lunch on your own in Avalon. Trip Cost is $136.00. This trip is for those 55+ and leaves from the Joslyn Adult Center, 1301 W. Olive Ave, Burbank, 818-238-5353. Please call the Joslyn Travel Office for information. Last day to register is September 18.
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MUSIC! MUSIC! MUSIC!
For all the music lovers out there - and who doesn't love music! From Broadway to jazz to Dixieland to bluegrass and everything in between - there are so many opportunities to go to listen and enjoy New Music at the Brand Library
Friday, September 5 at 7:00 pm Celebrate the reopening of the Library with music by Mozart & others, from Maksim Velichkin, Jacqueline Suzuki & Adriana Zoppo, + "Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame Homage to Bach," with 15 one minute pieces by 15 new composers. Brand Library 1601 W Mountain in Glendale 818/548-2051 Old-Time Jam in Burbank
Sunday, September 7 from 11 am - 2 pm The Calif Traditional Music Society hosts an old-time jam session - break out your instruments or just enjoy music on the patio. Viva Cantina 900 Riverside Drive in Burbank 818/221-4680 Guitar Music at Pepperdine
Tuesday, September 9 at 5 pm Students of Christopher Parkening, ranked as one of the world's preeminent virtuosos, play classical selections. Payson Library, Pepperdine University 24255 PCH in Malibu 310/506-4711 A fun evening of mixed up music - Simi Valley Library
Thursday, September 11 from 6:30 until 7:30 pm Enjoy live music featuring local talent. He Sang - She Sang - Girls sing songs usually sung by guys and vice versa. . Join them on the Library's Rose Garden Patio. Simi Valley Public Library 2969 Tapo Canyon Road in Simi Valley 805-526-1735 Join The Guitar Players To Either Play Or Listen
Wednesdays at 7:00 pm The Guitar Merchant, features bands and a Wednesday night "open mike" showcase. Cover charges vary. Call 818-884-5905 for more information. The Guitar Merchant 7503 Topanga Canyon Blvd in Canoga Park BURBANK INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Through September 7 For further details see http://www.burbankfilmfest.org/ The AMC Theatres 125 East Palm Avenue in Burbank  YOU'VE ALWAYS WANTED TO TAKE ART CLASSES
NOW A FULLBRIGHT WINNING TEACHER IS OFFERING THEM!
Wednesday Mornings 9:30 - 11:30 September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 or Thursday Mornings 9:30 - 11:30 September 11, 18, 25, October 2, 9,16, 23, 30 This is an introductory general art class taught by Fulbright awarded teacher, Pennie DobkinMixed media, sketching, painting, pastel, papier mache, weaving, and more8 sessions $150 all materials provided Classes will be held at her home studio in Sherman Oaks. For more information please contact Pennie Dobkin @ 818 788 4696 or [email protected]  FOR ALL THE OPERA LOVERS
Opera at LAPL
Sunday, September 7 at 3 pm A live performance featuring artists from the A Metropolitan Opera Company, presenting compositions by Bizet, Cilea, Mozart, Delibes, & Verdi. Free Taper Auditorium, LA Public Library 5th & Flower, Downtown LA 213/228-7201 The Meaning Of Opera and The Fun Of It
Mondays, 9/8, 9/22, 10/6, 10/27, 11/10, Tuesday, 10/14, 3:30-5:00 Presented by Steve Kohn of the non-profit LA Opera. Goebel Adult Community Center 1385 East Janss Road in Thousand Oaks 805-381-2744 BINGO FUN-RAISER!
Wednesday, September 10th at 6:15pm $20 donation plays for CASH;$10 donation plays for prizes. This month the public is invited to a benefit for Guide Dogs of America. The Chatsworth FUN-raisers play for various charities each month. No daubers needed. Door prizes. Food & drinks available for purchase. Dinner is at 6:15, followed by Bingo at 7:15. Reserve your seats: 818-882-6437. Pay at the door. L.A.'s BEST Pizza, 20926 Lassen St., Chatsworth. Free parking. www.meetup.com/The-Chatsworth-FUN-raisers
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FIDDLER AT THE SKIRBALL
Wednesday, September 10 at 8:00 pm
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Fiddler on the Roof's Broadway debut, prize-winning author Barbara Isenberg discusses her new book about the beloved musical.
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N Sepulveda in West LA
310/440-4500
BRANDEIS MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON
PUT SOME "LIFE" BACK IN YOUR LIFE
Sunday, September 14 at 10:30 am
Join them for a delicious brunch and learn how you can become a member of a Vibrant group of 55+ women and men
* Expand your social horizons and make new friends
* Meet people with similar interests
* Join Interest/Study Groups such as Book Groups, Movie Groups, journal writing, a variety of discussion groups, couples groups
* Join an On-the-Town Group to visit landmarks around LA
* Exciting Chapter-wide events
* Opportunities to participate in Community Service activities
Their fundraising events support research to discover the causes and cures for Neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, ALS and Autism at Brandeis University, ranked 6th nationally among research universities SEE FLYER HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION NEED AN EXCITING INTERESTING EXTREMELY CREATIVE
PLACE CARD OR ENVELOPE FOR YOUR INVITATION?
Gary Mond does calligraphy like no one else
All work is done by hand in a variety of styles to match the invitation and its color with a quick turnaround time, workload permitting. SEE SOME SAMPLES HERE
His prices are extremely reasonable. Talk to Gary today - 818-786-6085.
His studio is in Valley Glen 
CONEJO SENIOR SINGLES GROUP
Wednesdays, 6:45-8:30 pm
Goebel Adult Community Center
1385 East Janss Road in Thousand Oaks
805-381-2744 BIRD WALK IN THE SEPULVEDA BASIN Sunday, September 7 at 8:00 am Learn to identify the birds that flock through the wildlife reserve on a walk with the Audubon Society. Sepulveda Basin, off Woodley north of Burbank, Encino 818/346-6712  SHALL WE DANCE?
Whether it's folk dancing, line dancing, square dancing, or just plain dancing to live music - this is a marvelous venue for making new friends and having a lot of fun while you're getting that cardio going! And most of these events are free and both singles and couples are welcome! Square Dancing in La Crescenta Friday, September 5 from 8:00 until 10:00 pm Find out how much fun square dancing is with "the Friendliest Little Club in the Foothills!" The caller for this evening will be Bill Sutman. Refreshments follow the dancing. The Women's Club 4004 La Crescenta Ave in Montrose 818-957-9806 Ballroom Dancing in Granada Hills Friday, September 5 from 8:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Relaxed fun environment with a variety of music, dance lesson, and lite food, gourmet desserts, and drinks included. $16.00 cover Granada Pavilion 11128 Balboa Boulevard in Granada Hills 818-831-1934 Ballroom Dancing in Woodland Hills Saturday, September 6 from 6:30 (dinner) to dancing at 7:30 pm Dance to the Angel City Big Band - a 17 piece band playing the oldies but goodies. With special guest singer Doug Swander. $15.00 singles and $25.00 couples Call Bucky @ 818-692-0701 for more information SEE FLYER HERE American Legion #826 5320 Fallbrook Ave in Woodland Hills (prkng back of bldg) Thousand Oaks Dance Club Saturday, September 6 from 6:30-10:00 pm Live Big Band music for singles & couples of all ages. Dance to the music of The Unforgettables Big Band $7 admission includes dance instruction: 6:30-7:15pm. Free admission for male dancing host; call (805) 583-3979 Goebel Adult Community Center 1385 East Janss Road in Thousand Oaks 805-381-2744 Square Dancing At Wilkinson in Northridge Saturday, September 6 from 7:30 (pre-rounds) and squares from 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm Farmers and Charmers group - both singles and couples welcome Call 818-344-0305 for more information Wilkinson Center 8956 Vanalden Ave in Northridge Line Dancing in Moorpark Mondays and Thursdays at 9:30 am Moorpark Adult Center 799 Moorpark Ave in Moorpark 805-529-6864 Square Dancing in Glendale Every Tuesday evening from 7 to 10 PM Bachelors n Bachelorettes.....singles and couples welcome Carpool from San Fernando Valley Dance and refreshments-$7. For more information call 818-787-4188 Ballroom Dancing in Burbank every Thursday from 7:00 pm until 9:30 pm Admission $7.00 - both singles and couples welcome Live music with taped music during intermission Joslyn Senior Center 1301 W Olive Ave in Burbank 818-238-5353 Folk Dancing in Canoga Park Fridays from 7:15pm to 9:45pm West Valley Folk Dancers offer international folk dances. Both singles and couples are welcome. Soft shoes recommended. Cost is $4.00 per person for members and $5.00 per person for non-members. More info @ 818-348-6133 (Peggy Bertrand [email protected] ) the Senior Center 7326 Jordan Ave. in Canoga Park Ballroom Dancing in Northridge Every Thursday from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm Join your friends for dancing to a live band. Have fun and exercise at the same time. $2.00 donation Robert M. Wilkinson Multi-Purpose Center 8956 Vanalden Ave in Northridge 818-756-7741 Conejo Valley Senior Dance Orchestra Thursdays, 1:00-3:30pm Join Ed LaFata as he rehearses the Unforgettables and they perform the music of the Big Band Era of the 40's, 50's & 60's. Goebel Adult Community Center 1385 East Janss Road in Thousand Oaks 805-381-2744 Mike's Country Line Dancing in Reseda Tuesdays (intermediate) from 4:00 until 5:00 pm Thursdays (beginners) from 2:00 until 3:00 pm You Know You've Always Wanted To Try It! It improves your range of motion, concentration and memory while dancing to the oldies. Beginners are $6.00 and intermediate is $6.00 Teacher Mike Bendavid is a California Country and Western Dance Champion This kind of exercise has been proven to help with balance and is considered good overall exercise. ONEGeneration Senior Center 18255 Victory Blvd in Reseda 818-705-2345 Social Dancing to the 30's, 40's, & 50's Wednesdays, 10:00-11:30am Engage in some great dancing to some wonderful nostailgic music in this fun social atmosphere. Goebel Adult Community Center 1385 East Janss Road in Thousand Oaks 805-381-2744 A Big Band Dance Monday, September 8 from 7:00 pm until 10:00 pm The Harry Selvin Orchestra and Friends entertain dancers and listeners with big band tunes. $10.00 admission includes dance lesson during the break. Dinner and drinks available. Palm Garden Hotel 495 N. Ventu Park Road in Newbury Park 805-716-4200 J.A.M. in Newhall Thursday, September 11 at 6:30 pm "Samba" The Ford Theatre's Jazzed & Motivated gets everyone moving with a lesson & session on the the lively rhythms & movements of Brazil, led by Viver Brasil Dance Company. RSVP. Old Town Arts District Main St btwn Lyons Ave & 9th St, Newhall 323/461-3673
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RELATIONSHIPS
CAN'T LIVE WITH THEM CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT THEM!
Issues with friends and family can keep you up all night and just plain bringing you down all day.
1) Dealing with a difficult daughter-in-law?
2) A husband who doesn't talk to you?
3) Are your grown children ignoring you?
4) Who can I talk to without feeling judging?
5) How can I stop feeling so alone?
In a group setting "lets talk" it through and find a solution that works for you.
Weekly women's group forming in Encino $15 a session
She specializes in relationships and isn't that what it's all about?
Alice Dollinger MFT with over 25 years of experience
IS IT TIME TO CHANGE YOUR HAIR STYLIST?
Come in for a free consultation with expert stylist Maxine (Max) Berger and if you want to continue with her, she offers a free haircut.
Maxine Berger has been with the same salon for 25 years and is an expert on hair straightening and color.
Call her today - this may be the time for a new look!
Maxine Berger
Epic Salon
17207 Ventura Blvd
Encino
818-986-2034 (appointments)
818-398-3378 (cell)  DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE GOOD LIFE ACADEMY?
Good Life Academy offers classes, workshops, lectures, movie screenings, various groups, and personal sessions of psychology, hypnotherapy, coaching, chiropractics, acupuncture and more, for children and adults.
Good Life Academy: LEARN. GROW. CHANGE
Coming up at good Life Academy: App Store Workshop: Tuesday, Sep. 9th at 11:30 amLearn how to shop and download the latest Apps from Apple's App Store. Browse today's top selling songs, TV shows and movies in the iTunes Store, and download bestselling books in the iBooks Store - right on your iPad About the instructor: Tracie Karasik has worked at Apple for 3.5 years, has over 7 years experience teaching Apple products, and a BA in film and multimedia from CSUN. This informative class is only $25.00 Register today![email protected], (805)558-0188 Intro to Optimal Health with Essential Oils - a free class given by Jodie Myers, doTERRA wellness advocate You will learn: - What essential oils are - The various grades of essential oils - How to use and apply essential oils - How to address PHYSICAL & EMOTIONAL health concerns - How to incorporate essential oils into into your everyday life Please RSVP to Jodie Myers: [email protected] Have your next occasion here. The beautiful and serene Good Life Academy is available to rent for all kinds of occasions! Good Life Academy
18719 Calvert St.in Tarzana
818-343-0632  DO YOU NEED A PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO ORGANIZE YOU? DO YOU NEED HELP WITH YOUR COMPUTER OR ANY
TYPE OF DATA ENTRY?
Retired woman has the time and the patience to work with you. Call Ruth 818-344-3399
MOORPARK ADULT CENTER PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST
Through September 12
Contest is open to residents of Ventura County who are 55 years of age or better and who are amateur photographers. Photo categories include: Nature and Landscape, Around the World, Animals/Pets & Wildlife, People and Still Life.
Prizes will be awarded to best of show, best of division and peoples' overall choice.
Entries can be dropped off at the Center, 799 Moorpark Ave with all entries due no later than 3:30 p.m. on September 12. Registration forms as well as contest rules are available at the center.
For more information please call 805-517-6261
CONNECTIVITY AT HOME FOR SENIORS
Thursday, September 11, 11:00 am
Get help understanding popular technologies
used in the home today that can make life easier and more interesting. Learn about your computers, the internet, phones, modems, routers, and more;
allowing for easier access to information, family and friends. Call (805) 381-2744 for reservations.
Goebel Adult Community Center 1385 East Janss Road in Thousand Oaks 805-381-2744
"FINDING MONEY AMID THE MAYHEM"
You have spent a lifetime acquiring memories, and collecting personal stories. They understand that selling any personal item is an emotional undertaking.
When you need to downsize, they step in to convert your personal treasures and belongings into cash. They are The $ales Ladi-EZ and they do the lifting and you get the money.
They travel to you without cost or obligation to assess your personal belongings and discuss how best to unearth their monetary value. Their service provides you with full documentation of your inventory including pictures and written descriptions of each item.
For your peace of mind, they are bonded and insured against theft and property damage.
READ HERE ABOUT THEIR SEMINARS ON HELPING YOU TO MOVE
Call them. Without any obligation, they will show you how you make money by selling your personal and household items and/or how to just get rid of the stuff! For their amazing testimonials! CLICK HERE Mandy Vento - Owner of The $ales Ladi-EZ
818-304-8174
STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS
AFTER RETIREMENT Age 50+
Thursdays, 9/18-10/9, 6:30-8:30pm
Learn what it takes to start and promote a business from theground up. $40 for 4 weeks Goebel Adult Community Center 1385 East Janss Road in Thousand Oaks 805-381-2744 "THE SAUL & BOB PROGRAMS"
A 4-WEEK MULTIMEDIA FALL 2014 COURSE
ON "AMERICAN POPULAR MUSIC OF THE 1940s"
Wednesdays, 1:30-3:00 pm
SEPTEMBER 10: "Songs That Won The War"
SEPTEMBER 17: "Old Time Radio Themes & Stars"
OCTOBER 1: "USO Entertainers: GIs In Greasepaint"
OCTOBER 8: "Big Hits Of The Big Bands"
Skirball Members: $80 and General Public: $100
Register Now!
phone: (310) 440-4500 ext. 2
Skirball Center
2701 N Sepulveda Blvd in Los Angeles
SENIOR RESOURCES
Do you have a relative who needs personal care that you or another person cannot give them? What do you do? Who do you call?
Can you afford to have a family member go into assisted living home or community? Do you know which homes or communities best suit your loved ones needs?
Who do you ask?
Do you know a friend or family member who needs some short- term help due to a fall or illness?
Who do you turn to?
Someone you care about is coming home from the hospital or skilled nursing facility and needs help to get back to everyday living at home.
What do you do and who do you call?
People are turning to Senior Resources, Inc., LA's premiere in-home care service provider and placement service. A San Fernando Valley based company who can help keep your loved one safe, healthy and independent. If you need answers and solutions call Senior Resources, Inc. 818-359-2125
Their companions and caregivers are also specially trained in fall prevention which is very important to this age group.
Get the help you need, when you need it.
This is Los Angeles' premier home care company - call them today at 818-359-2125  ARE YOUR EYELASHES THINNING?
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BOOK CLUBS, BOOK SALES - EVEN SHAKESPEARE and
AN AUTHOR TALK - ALL AT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY OR
SENIOR CENTER - HOT OFF THE PRESSEncino Tarzana Library two-day book sale
Friday, September 5 and Saturday, September 6 from 10 to 5 pm
Thousands of gently used books have been donated in support of their community library. Hardcovers! Paperbacks! Special editions! Fiction! Non-fiction! Books for all ages and various languages!
These treasures include fiction and non-fiction books ranging from Animals to Writing, reference books, classics and textbooks as well as VHS, CDs, DVDs, books on tape/CD and coffee table books. They have received large donations of Wild West / Gold Rush books, Teacher Materials, and Max Brand books.
The Encino-Tarzana Library
18231 Ventura Blvd. at Nestle Ave in Encino
818.343.1983
Meditation for Beginners
Friday, September 5 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm and
Wednesday, September 10 from 5:00 until 6:00 pm
A free weekly class for those interested in meditation. You will learn basic principles and techniques of seated meditation, walking meditation, and chanting meditation. The practice of the se meditations will help you stay balanced and focused throughout your daily life. For registration, call 818-893-8894 or email [email protected]. Mid-Valley Regional Library
16244 Nordhoff Street in North Hills
818-895-3650
Tap Imagery for Weight Loss at the Northridge Library
Saturday, September 6 from 1:00 until 2:30 pm
Join certified hypnotherapist Frances O'Brien as she conducts a tap imagery exercise designed to help you achieve your weight management goals. Tap imagery is a two-part system that includes tapping and guided imagery exercises.
Northridge Library
9051 Darby Street in Northridge
818-360-5706
Book Club for Adults at the Moorpark Library
Sunday, September 7 at 2:00 pm
The book this month will be "Where'd You Go, Bernadette" by Maria Semple
The Moorpark Library
699 Moorpark Road in Moorpark
805-517-6370
Computer Class at the Sherman Oaks Library
Monday, September 8 from 11:00 am until 12:00 noon
You MUST know how to operate a mouse before you take this class.
Sherman Oaks Library
14245 Moorpark Street in Sherman Oaks
818-205-9716
Yoga at the Granada Hills Library
Monday, September 8 from 12:00 noon until 1:00 pm
Classes will be led by teachers from the Valley Dahn Yoga Center. Bring your own yoga mat and a large towel.
Granada Hills Library
10640 Petit Avenue in Granada Hills
818-368-5687
Computer Help at the Studio City Library
Monday, September 8 at 1:00 pm
Need a little help figuring out something on the computer? Want to know how to add an item to eBay or craigslist or a resume to your email? Don't know how to email or even use a mouse? Those and a host of other questions can be answered on Mondays from 1-2 pm by our volunteer, Bill. He's here to help you with your questions either on our computers or on your own laptop. Questions? Call 818-755-7873.
Studio City Library
12511 Moorpark St in Studio City
818-755-7873
Book Club at the Northridge Library
Tuesday, September 9 from1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Selection for the month is "Lawrence in Arabia" by Scott Anderson.
Northridge Library
9051 Darby Street in Northridge
818-360-5706
Read Aloud Shakespeare- Woodland Hills Library
Tuesday, September 9 at 6:30 pm
The best way to read Shakespeare is aloud. Join educator/actor Richard MacPherson, as he reads aloud Hamlet by William Shakespeare, library patrons are invited to participate as readers (no experience or audition required) or simply as audience members. Copies of Hamlet are available upon request.
Woodland Hills Library
22200 Ventura Blvd in Woodland Hills
818-226-0017
Book Discussion Group at Thousand Oaks
Tuesday, September 9 7:00 until 8:45 pm
Join them for an interesting discussion. Call to find out the book for this month.
Goebel Adult Community Center
1385 East Janss Road in Thousand Oaks
805-381-2744
Mysteries at the Buena Vista Library
Wednesday, September 10 at 7:00 pm
Getting Cozy with Sisters in Crime: A panel discussion with successful mystery writers Ellen Byron, Tammy Kaehler, Marilyn Meredith (F.M. Meredith), Lisa Seidman, & Holly West.
Buena Vista Branch of BPL
300 N Buena Vista St in Burbank
818/238-5620
Mystery Book Club at West Valley Library
Wednesday, September 10 at 10:00 am
Join them for a discussion of James Lee Burke's book, "Purple Cane Road".
West Valley Library
19036 Vanowen Street in Reseda
818-345-9806
Internet Basics at West Valley Regional Library
Wednesday, September 10 at 12:30 pm
Join them for a one hour beginning class on Internet searching.
West Valley Regional Library
19036 Vanowen Street in Reseda
818-345-9806
Introduction to the Internet at Granada Hills Library
Wednesday, September 10 at 1:00 pm
A class on internet basics.
Granada Hills Library
10640 Petit Avenue in Granada Hills
818-368-5687
Dahn Yoga at the Mid Valley Library
Wednesday, September10 at 3:30 pm
Classes will be led by teachers from the Valley Dahn Yoga Center. Bring your own yoga mat and a large towel.
Mid-Valley Regional Library
16244 Nordhoff Street in North Hills
818-895-3650
A Visit with Viktor Frankl at the Woodland Hills Library
Wednesday, September 10 at 6:30 pm
Join them for a dramatic reading by actor Arnold Weiss of Cliff Johnson's play about the famous Viennese psychiatrist who spent three years in various concentration camps, including Theresienstadt, Auschwitz, and Dauchau. Learn more about Frankl's experiences and beliefs as found in his influential book, "Man's Search for Meaning".
Woodland Hills Library
22200 Ventura Blvd in Woodland Hills
818-226-0017
The Valley Screenwriters' Group - Studio City Library
Thursday, September 11 at 6:00 pm
Join the Valley Screenwriters' Group focusing on writing for the screen, theater, television, and web series. The intent is to provide an eduactional, interactive, and supportive workshop environment for local screenwriters. Please call the branch to sign up. Space is limited.
Studio City Library
12511 Moorpark St in Studio City
818-755-7873
Tap Imagery for Weight Loss -Granada Hills Library
Thursday, September 11 at 6:30 pm
Join certified hypnotherapist Frances O'Brien as she conducts a tap imagery exercise designed to help you achieve your weight management goals. Tap imagery is a two-part system that includes tapping and guided imagery exercises.
Granada Hills Library
10640 Petit Avenue in Granada Hills
818-368-5687
A Lecture by Kevin Volkan, Ph.D. "Culture-Bound Syndromes" in Simi Valley
Thursday, September 11 from 6:00 until 8:00 pm
Culture-Bound Syndromes are behaviors and mental illnesses, which are often found at the extreme edge of the human repertoire. He will examine a few examples to understand the psychology motivating the syndromes. And he will also look at some 'normal' behaviors in our own culture that people from other places might see as pathological.
The Simi Valley Library
2969 Tapo Canyon Road in Simi Valley
805-526-1735
History Book Discussion Group in Thousand Oaks
Thursday, September 11 from 7:00 until 8:45 pm
Join this interesting group. For more information call Jack Heller (805) 341-7585
Goebel Adult Community Center
1385 East Janss Road in Thousand Oaks
805-381-2744
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FUN, INTERESTING, AND EXCITING
PLACES TO TAKE THE GRANDKIDS! A Family Film Festival at the Granada Hills Library
Friday, September 5 from 3:15 until 4:30 pm Please call library to see which film is playing. An adult must accompany the kids & use their discretion for the appropriateness. Granada Hills Library 10640 Petit Avenue in Granada Hills 818-368-5687
Pan for Gold at the Autry
Saturday & Sunday, September 6 and 7 at 10:00 am Learn how to pan for gold, just like the 49ers did during the California gold rush For more information call: 323-667-2000 The Autry 4700 Western Heritage Way in Los Angeles Humpback and Blue Whale watching season in Oxnard
Tis the season to watch the magnificent whales make their annual migration down the Pacific Coast. Local boat companies like Island Packers offer a variety of scenic excursions in the mornings and afternoons. Now through September. Seniors (55+) are $32.00. Children (up to 12) are $26.00 805-642-1393 Island Packers Channel Islands Harbor 3550 Harbor Boulevard in Oxnard Ride the Farm Animals at Underwood Family Farms
Also climb the haystack, play in the sandbox, visit the Chicken House, see all the farm animals (donkeys, sheep, goats, chickens, ducks, birds, rabbits, cows, pigs, and horses as well as emus and alpacas) Admission to the entire Farm Center is $3.00 M-F & $6.00 weekends & holidays. Rides and some shows maybe additional - call 805-529-3690 for more information. Underwood Family Farms 3370 Sunset Valley Road in Moorpark Kids Koncerts & Creative PlayGround
Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Concerts and Performances for young children and their families to enjoy together! All shows are at 11:00 am and last from 45-60 minutes. Tickets are $10.00 for everyone ages 2 and up Groups of 7 or more are $8 per person. Kids under 2 are free! Contact 310-455-3723 to reserve tickets or just join them the day of the show! Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum 1419 N Topanga Canyon inTopanga Chumash Indian Museum
Thursday through Sunday - Noon to 5:00 pm Visit the exhibits, displays, artifacts, tours, and lectures about the Chumash Indians who once occupied this land. There are also guided nature hikes to painted caves that are located on the property. (by appointment only) Seniors $3.00 and children under 12 also $3.00 Chumash Indian Museum 3290 Lang Ranch Parkway in Thousand Oaks 805-492-8076
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THE FANTASTICKS
the Longest Running
Show in the History
of American Theatre
Sept 5 - 21
Frid & Sat @ 8:00 pm
Sundays @ 2:00 pm
Seniors $20.00
The Hillcrest Center
for the Arts
403 W. Hillcrest Drive
Thousand Oaks.
805/381-1246
BURIED CHILD
Sept 6 - Oct 11
Sam Shepard's Pulitzer
Prize-winning play about
a Midwestern family
with a very dark secret
Frid & Sat at 8:00 pm
Tickets: $25. 00
The Whitefire Theatre
13500 Venturs Blvd
Sherman Oaks
818-990-2324
WHAT I LEARNED
IN PARIS
Sept 6 - October 5
Call for various
Days and times
Tickets $20.00 - 50.00
The Colony Theatre
555 N third St
Burbank
818-558-7000 x15
A JAZZ
GET TOGETHER
Valley Jazz Club
Sunday September 7
1:00 - 4:30 pm
Featured band
Mark Tortorici Quintet
Jam with Local
Musicians at 1:00 pm
Great Dance Floor
Food/Beverages Available
$7.00-Members
$10.00 Guests
Information 818-347-3155
Elks Lodge
20925 Osborne Street
Canoga Park
 THE CORBIN BOWL AND THE SAN FERNANDO VALLEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA present Concerts at the "Bowl" in the "Corbin Lounge " starring SFVSO Jazz Band Who perform standards from the Great American Songbook, featuring Jimi Dee, guitar Ron Singer, saxophone/flute Adrian Miller, trumpet/flugelhorn Larry Muradian, bass Chuck Burkinshaw, drums Wed, Sept 10 7:00 pm Free Admission One Drink Minimum Lounge at the Corbin Bowl 19616 Ventura Boulevard Woodland Hills ARTHUR DUNCAN ONE MORE TIME! Starring Arthur Duncan An intimate evening of song, dance and memories With the Lenny LaCroix Trio Friday, Sept 12 @ 8pm GALA OPENING NIGHT Saturday, Sept 13 @ 3pm & 8pm Sunday, Sept 14 @ 3pm & 7pm Tickets - $40.00 818-508-4200 866-811-4111 Or order online: www.elportaltheatre.com El Portal Theatre 5269 Lankershim Blvd. North Hollywood YOU CALL THIS ENTERTAINMENT? Jerry Fischkes aka Maestro Jerard ,a wonderful classical guitar player brings his unique style of singing, playing and comedy. September 20 at 8:00 pm September 21 at 2:00 pm. Tickets $20.00 All proceeds go to the WV Playhouse so they can continue to present good theatre to the public West Valley Playhouse 7242 Owensmouth Avenue Canoga Park (818) 884-1907  GARY BALLEN Singer, songwriter Extroadinaire Appearing on Friday nights 8:30 pm to 12:30 am Come listen to all the old familiar songs you know and love! The Rack at the Westfield Promenade In the Promenade Mall next to the theatres 6100 Topanga Canyon Woodland Hills 818-348-1524 A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Thru September 7 Frid & Sat @ 8:00 pm Sundays @ 2:00 pm Seniors $20.00 Lonny Chapman Theatre 10900 Burbank Blvd North Hollywood 818-763-5990 MOON OVER BUFFALO A comedy about a theatre acting couple trying to break into the movies thru September 14 Frid & Sat @ 8:00 pm Sundays @ 300 pm Tickets $25.00 Grove Theatre Center 111-B W Olive Avenue Burbnk 323-960-7721 THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK thru Sept 20 Thurs, Frid, Sat at 8:00 pm Sundays at 2:00 pm Seniors $16.00 The Conejo Players Conejo Players Theatre 35 S. Moorpark Drive Thousand Oaks 805-495-3715 BROADWAY BOUND Neil Simon's hilarious heartwarming autobiographical play thru September 21 Wed - Sat @ 8:00 pm Sundays @ 2:00 pm Tickets $30.00 Pay What You Can $10 minimum Wednesday, September 10 Friday September 19 Wine Night September 19 Wine is free and tix are PWYC ($10 min) Odyssey Theatre 2055 S. Sepulveda Blvd West Los Angeles 323-960-1054 MY SON THE WAITER Last stop before New York City! From the producers of My Mother's Italian My Father's Jewish and I'm in Therapy thru Sept 21 Wed @ 2:30 & 7:30 pm Thurs & Frid @ 7:30 pm Sat @ 2:30 & 7:30 pm Sundays @ 2:30 pm Tickets $59.00 with a $2.00 fee and are purchased at the box office 805-449-2787 Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza The Scherr Forum Theater 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks GUYS AND DOLLS The award winning musical thru Sept 21 Thurs, Frid & Sat @ 8:00 pm Sundays @ 2:00 pm Seniors (55+) $16.00 Opening Night After Party with the cast Frid , Aug 22 $23 - Seniors (55+) High Street Arts Center 45 East High Street Moorpark 805-529-8700 "ALLS WELL THAT ENDS WELL" thru Sept 27 Call for various times and dates 310-455-3723 Seniors (60+) $15-25.00 Will Gerr's Theatricum Botanicum 1419 N Topanga Cyn Topanga "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM" thru Sept 27 Call for various times and dates 310-455-3723 Seniors (60+) $15-25.00 Will Gerr's Theatricum Botanicum 1419 N Topanga Cyn Topanga LEAR Starring Ellen Geer Geer assumes the title role as aging Queen Lear who divides her kingdom to test the loyalty of her three loving sons thru Sept 28 Call for various times and dates Seniors $15-25.00 Depending on seating 310-455-3723 Will Geer Theatre 1419 N Topanga Cyn Blvd Topanga WITHOUT ANNETTE A new comedy about actors and their relationships thru October 2 Thursdays @ 8:00 pm (no show Sept 25) Tickets $34.00 323-960-5773 Whitefire Theatre 13500 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks THE WESTERN UNSCRIPTED "An amazing comedy troupe that spins comedy gold right before your eyes."-LA Times thru October 5 Wed - Sat at 8:00 pm Sun at 4:00 pm 818-955-8101 Falcon Theatre 4252 Riverside Drive Burbank IT'S JUST SEX A hilarious play about three couples who decide to test their marriage vows thru October 26 Fri-Sat - 8 pm Sun - 7 pm Tickets $34.95 - 39.50 Secret Rose Theatre 11246 Magnolia Blvd North Hollywood 323-822-7898  THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS - THEY MAKE IT POSSIBLE TO BRING YOU THESE GREAT SOCIAL RESOURCES!         WE'VE FOUND THEPOT OF GOLDIN THE FOLLOWINGVARIOUS RESOURCES!ONEgeneration Senior Center Adult Day Care www.onegeneration.org Sherman Oaks Senior Center www.vic-la.org Other Social Senior Activities www.joycesseniorchoices.org Hope Connection Bereavement Groups www.hopegroups.org The Good Life Academy www.goodlifeacademy.net SFV Senior Resource Guide www.seniorservicessfv.org The Madrid Theatre http://www.culturela.org/madridtheatre/ Music and Entertainment "The Golden Age of American Popular Music" www.composershows.com SFV MAPS Various Senior Resources www.sfvmaps.org/resources.html IMAGINATION CONNECTION A mobile arts program www.imaginationconnection.org TARZANA COMMUNITY AND CULTURAL CENTER http://www.mytarzana.org/ SCHOOL ON WHEELS A volunteer opportunity www.schoolonwheels.org 
SENIOR CENTERS Joslyn Senior Center (they have a great computer lab) 1301 West Olive Ave Burbank 818-238-5353 www.burbankusa.com Tuttle Senior Center 1731 N Ontario St Burbank 818-238-5367 Simi Valley Senior Center 3900 Avenida Simi Simi Valley 805-583-6363 OneGeneration 818-705-2345 18255 Victory Blvd Reseda Van Nuys-Sherman Oaks Senior Center 5060 Van Nuys Blvd Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 818-981-1284 Canoga Park Senior Center 7326 Jordan Ave. Canoga Park 818-340-2633 Open Mon through Frid Wilkinson Multipurpose Senior Center 8956 Vanalden Avenue Northridge 818-701-1001 Open Mon through Frid Agoura Hills Calabasas Senior Center 30610 Thousand Oaks Blvd Agoura Hills 818-597-7366 Malibu Senior Center 23825 Stuart Ranch Road Malibu 310-456-2489 ext. 357 Open Mon - Frid Goebel Senior Center 1385 E. Janss Rd Thousand Oaks 805-495-6471 Moorpark Senior Center 799 Moorpark Ave Moorpark 805-529-6864 
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL FARMERS MARKETS WHILE YOU SUPPORT YOUR HEALTH. FIND ONE NEAR YOU BELOW: Canoga Park - Saturdays, 9 a.m.-2p.m. Owensmouth Avenue north of Sherman Way Kaiser Woodland Hills Thursdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Northridge Fashion Center Wednesdays, 5-9 p.m parking lot at Tampa Ave Burbank Certified Farmers Market Saturdays, 8:00 - 12:30 N 3rd St and E Orange Grove Ave 818 847-4774 Calabasas Farmers Market Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Old Town Calabasas on Calabasas Road Across the street from the Sagebrush Cantina 818-591-8161 Canoga Park Farmers Market Saturdays from 9:00 - 1:00 Owensmouth and Sherman Way Chatsworth/Porter Ranch Saturdays from 9:00 - 2:00 Holy Center Lutheran Church 818-447-8191 Encino Certified Farmers Market Sundays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Victory Blvd at White Oak Ave 818 708-6688 NOHO Farmers Market Saturdays 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Bakman Avenue between Magnolia Boulevard and Chandler Blvd 818-314-1312 Studio City Farmers' Market Sundays 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Ventura Place and Ventura Blvd 818-655-7744 Sylmar Farmers Market Saturdays 9:00 - 2:00 Los Angeles Mission College 323-646-4898 Toluca Lake Farmers Market Sundays 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 4500 N Sancola Ave 818 845- 0754 Woodman Avenue Market Tuesdays 3:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Woodman Ave and Riverside Drive 866-966-9495
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