Arts + Culture

Hometown Tradition Returns

Conejo Valley “Good Old Days” Parade Article by Barbara Burke | Photography by Michael Coons “You don’t know what you had as a child in your hometown until you go away for awhile, return to where you grew up and find out that a tradition that provided you with wonderful childhood memories is gone,” says Wendy MacLeod, a Conejo Valley resident who is resolved to revive the Conejo Valley Days Parade. The Thousand Oaks tradition was discontinued in 2006 and had been an annual mainstay of CVD...

Arts + Culture

Holiday Open House Sparks Goodwill

Photography by Ben Malkin Every Christmas season Rosemary Allison celebrates the holiday by opening up her home and her heart to friends, family, neighbors and folks from throughout the Santa Rosa Valley and Conejo Valley community. Sharing goodwill and camaraderie helps bring everyone together to toast the Christmas holiday and the upcoming New Year. We still remember how much our then 5-year-old granddaughter enjoyed this event while visiting from the Netherlands. She still has memories of...

Life + Culture

Boys and Girls Clubs

Spread Holiday Joy and Cheer Article and Photography by In a heartwarming celebration of the holiday spirit, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley played Santa to hundreds of children. Their first ever Holiday Gift Giveaway event turned a regular day into a festive wonderland as gifts totaling nearly $20,000 were distributed to children of all ages. The generosity of donors, volunteers, and local businesses made this event possible. The gifts ranged from toys and books to winter...

Health + Wellness

Sherwood Cares Supports Seniors

Senior Concerns Honors Philanthropist of the Year at Ultimate Dining Article and Photography by Join Senior Concerns for its 36th Annual Ultimate Dining Experience on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Westlake. Themed, “A Night at the Moulin Rouge!” the event features signature cocktails, silent and wine auctions, and food and wine pairings from celebrated local restaurants, breweries and wineries. The evening’s festivities include a gourmet three-course dinner and a...