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THURS., MAY 6
‘THE ART OF BALLET’
The Montgomery Arts House for Music and Architecture presents “The Art of the Ballet: a Festival of Music and Dance,” with additional performances on May 7 and May 9, at MAHMA, 6307 Busch Dr., times vary. Malibufriendsofmusic.org
WED., MAY 7
MALIBU GARDEN CLUB MEETING
Malibu garden Club holds a free meeting featuring author Debra Lee Baldwin speaking on her books, “Designing with Succulents,” and “Succulent Container Gardens,” both of which will be available, at the Point Dume Clubhouse, 29500 Heathercliff Rd., malibugardenclub.org
SAT., MAY 8
SATSANG IN MALIBU
A public meeting featuring Bodhisattva Shree Swami Premodaya, who will answer spiritual questions along with those pertaining to life problems and thorny addictions, at Malibu Public Library, 23519 Civic Center Way,
2 p.m. theBODHIcenter.net
‘SURF YER BRAINS OUT’
Malibu Surfing Association presents “Surf Yer Brains Out,” a surf contest for boys and girls in both shortboard and longboard divisions, at Surfrider Beach; information and registration can be found at msasurfing.org/sybo
WRITING CONTEST AWARDS CEREMONY
A special event to announce the winners of the “One Book, One City-Malibu” annual writing contest; prizes will be awarded and each participant will have a chance to read from his/her submission, at Diesel, a Bookstore, 3890 Cross Creek Rd., 2 p.m. 310.456.9961
PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT
Malibu photographer Douglas Busch holds an exhibition of his works entitled “H20,” through June 26, at Gallery 169, 169 West Channel Rd., in Santa Monica, times vary. 310.963.3981
SUN., MAY 9
MOTHER’S DAY LUNCHEON
The Adamson House traditional Mother’s Day garden luncheon; a boxed lunch will be served in the gardens of the historic house and tours of the house will be available throughout the day, at the Adamson House, 23200 PCH, 11 a.m. $20-$35. 310.456.8432
WED., MAY 12
‘CARS AND GUITARS’
The work of local artists Carol Hernandez and John Adams will be on display in an exhibition, “Cars and Guitars,” that runs through June 6, at Topanga Canyon Gallery, 120 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Suite 109, in Topanga, topangacanyongallery.com
CERT TRAINING SESSION
Malibu Community Emergency Response Team begins its next training session, comprised of free classes held on eight consecutive Wednesday evenings, which teach residents emergency preparedness, 6 p.m. call for location. 310.456.2489 ext. 260
FRI., MAY 14
‘PIEDRA DE SOL’
The Center for New Performance at CalArts, the California Institute of the Arts School of Theater and the Getty Villa present the opening night of “Piedra de Sol,” adapted and directed by Mexican playwright/director Maria Moretti; call for additional show times; at the Getty Villa, 17985 PCH, 8 p.m. $7. 310.440.7300
SAT., MAY 15
MALIBU GARDEN TOUR
The 12th Annual Malibu Garden Tour, a self-guided tour of six spectacular gardens, call for times and locations, $10-$35. 310.399.2040
SUN., MAY 16
MALIBU LIBRARY OPEN HOUSE
The Malibu Library hosts an open house to give members of the community an opportunity to see the plans for the upcoming Library Renovation Project, and to give children a chance to take part in a treasure hunt and storytelling, at Malibu Library, 23519 West Civic Center Way, 2 p.m. 310.456.6438
BOOK DISCUSSION
Local author Tom Miller discusses and signs “The Wave,” an apocalyptic story about the eruption and catastrophic collapse of the largest volcano in the world – Mauna Loa – and the mega-tsunami that will be generated, at Diesel, A Bookstore, 3890 Cross Creek Rd., 3 p.m. dieselbookstore.com
CHILDREN’S CREATIVE WORKSHOP FUNDRAISER
The Children’s Creative Workshop, which includes Malibu’s youngest athletes, presents the 4th annual fundraiser, “Spring Fair and Splash-Trike-Dash Triathlon,” featuring preschool and kindergarten students; includes a silent auction and live musical performances, at Point Dume Park, 12:30 p.m. free admission. 310.457.2937
THURS., MAY 20
AMERICA’S MULTICULTURAL MUSIC
Musician Craig Newton hosts a free multicultural event that includes a tour of America’s musical heritage, for families and children in preschool and up, at Malibu Library, 23519 Civic Center Way, 4 p.m. 310.456.6438
SAT., MAY 22
‘THE SHOE SHOW’
Malibu-Tales By The Sea, storytelling for grown-ups, presents “The Shoe Show: From the Sole,” a free concert featuring poetry, story, and music, directions upon RSVP, 7 p.m. 310.457.2385.
ONGOING
SPRING STORY TIMES
Spring Story Time for ages 18 months to 5 years on Tuesdays for six weeks from April 13 to May 18; story times are free, fun, interactive programs featuring books, rhymes, music and movement, at Malibu Public Library, 23519 Civic Center Way, 10 a.m. 310.456.6438
‘STELLAR AXIS’
An exhibition of the first installment of Lita Albuquerque’s global project, “Stellar Axis,” the first and largest ephemeral artwork on the continent of Antarctica, is displayed through May 21, at Pacific Design Center, 8687 Melrose Ave., in West Hollywood, times and prices vary. Pacificdesigncenter.com.
MEDITATION MEETING
Meditation group meets in the flatland of central Malibu. Thursdays 7:30 p.m. Nondenominational, no charge. Instruction offered.
310.456.3591
ORGANIC HARVEST
Weekly delivery of crates of organic, seasonal, local fruits and vegetables; harvest is 24 – 36 hours prior to delivery, pick up occurs every Saturday from 11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in the parking lot of Malibu Methodist Church, 30128 Morning View Dr., www.abundantharvestorganics.com
CHILDREN’S HEBREW LANGUAGE CLASS
Ongoing Hebrew language class, “Chalav DVash,” for children ages 4 to 7, times vary, 310.456.2173
KIDS FUN FRIDAYS
Kids Fun Fridays at the farm, includes berry-picking, food and plant identification, and free take-home farm surprises, for toddlers on up, at Vital Zuman Farm, 29127 PCH. 310.457.5302
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE ROUNDUP
An opportunity for residents to recycle household hazardous waste, takes place the third Saturday of each month, at the Malibu Library parking lot between Webb Way and Cross Creek Rd., 10 a.m. 310.456.2489 ext. 28
PET ADOPTIONS
Bark Avenue Foundation hosts a monthly adoption for rescued dogs and cats, includes information on spay/neuter services, vaccinations, boarding, grooming and volunteer opportunities, on the second Saturday of each month, at Pacific Coast Pets, 23705 Malibu Rd., 11 a.m. 213.840.0153
NETWORKING FOR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Chance to promote business and network for those ages 18 to 40, hosted by Chamber of Commerce, Thursdays at 11 a.m. at the Malibu Chamber of Commerce Conference Room, 23805 Stuart Ranch Rd. 310.456.9025
YOUNG ADULTS CANCER SUPPORT
Free support group facilitated by a licensed psychotherapist meets the first and third Tuesday of the month, at The Wellness Community, 2716 Ocean Park Blvd. Suite 1040 in Santa Monica, 7 p.m. 310.314.2555
OPEN GYM
Open gym on Wednesdays for adult basketball at Malibu High School’s small gym, 30215 Morning View Dr., 6 p.m. 310.317.1364
WALKING CLUB
The Malibu Senior Center sponsors an afternoon walking club every Tuesday, 23815 Stuart Ranch Rd., 1 p.m. 310.456.2489 ext. 357
KIWANIS CLUB
Meets second and third Thursdays of the month, at various locations, 7 p.m. 310.589.9266
COMPUTER LAB
Chance for seniors to learn the basics about computers from retired UCLA professor at the Malibu Senior Center, 23815 Stuart Ranch Rd., Fridays at 10:30 a.m. 310.456.2489 ext. 357
OPTIMIST CLUB MEETING
Meets to plan programs as “Friend of Youth” at Pepperdine’s Fireside Room, 24255 PCH, most Thursdays, 7:30 a.m. 310.456.3507
CHAIR YOGA
Yoga class for seniors, at Malibu Senior Center, 23815 Stuart Ranch Rd., 1 p.m. 310.456.2489 ext. 357
SENIOR LUNCHEON
Lunch with entertainment on the fourth Thursday of the month, at Malibu Senior Center, 23815 Stuart Ranch Rd., 11 a.m. $2. 310.456.2489 ext. 357
BOOK DISCUSSION
Malibu book discussion group, all welcome, meets every Wed. at Point Dume Clubhouse, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. 310.456.6139
LIONS CLUB
The club meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month, at Guido’s Malibu, 3874 Cross Creek Rd., 7:30 p.m. marc.goodman@pepperdine.edu
WASTEWATER ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Meets Thursdays at City Hall Large Conference Room, 23825 Stuart Ranch Rd., 6 p.m. 310.456.2489 ext. 374
PARKS AND RECREATION
Meets the third Thursday of every month, at City Hall Council Chambers, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, 6:30 p.m. 310.456.2489 ext. 349
ABUNDANT HARVEST ORGANICS
Abundant Harvest Organics deliver fresh organic, seasonal and local vegetables, fruits and herbs 24-36 hours after harvest, every Saturday, at Malibu Methodist Church, 30128 Morning View Drive, 11 a.m. abundantharvestorganics.com
POETRY POTLUCK
Beginning Sept. 21 and continuing the third Monday of every month thereafter, Vital Zuman hosts Poetry Potluck, featuring poetry readings, an open market and shared food, at Vital Zuman Farm, 29127 PCH. 310.457.2385
Religious Directory
WAVESIDE MALIBU CHURCH
Sunday service at 6 p.m., Malibu High School Theater, 30215 Morning View Dr., www.wavesidechurch.com
UNIVERSITY CHURCH OF CHRIST
Sunday service at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., Pepperdine’s Stauffer Chapel, 24255 PCH, 310.506.4504
MALIBU JEWISH CENTER & SYNAGOGUE
Friday services times vary, Saturday Torah study at 9:30 a.m. and service at 11:30 a.m., 24855 PCH, 310.456.2178
ST. AIDAN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Sunday Contemplative Holy Eucharist at 8 a.m., Sunday Holy Eucharist with music and choir at 10 a.m. and Sunday School at 10 a.m., 28211 PCH, 310.457.7966
CHABAD OF MALIBU
Friday service at dusk, Saturday service followed by lunch at 10 a.m., 22933 PCH, 310.456.6588
OUR LADY OF MALIBU CATHOLIC CHURCH
Daily Mass Monday-Saturday at 8 a.m., Sunday Mass at 7 a.m., 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m. with childcare available and 12 p.m., 3625 Winter Canyon Rd., 310.456.2361
FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST
Sunday service and Sunday school at 10 a.m., testimony meeting on Wednesday at 8 p.m., 28635 PCH, 310.457.7767
MALIBU PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Sunday service at 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., at Webster Elementary School, 3602 Winter Canyon Rd., www.malibupres.org
MALIBU SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH
Saturday bible study at 9:45 a.m. Church service at 11 a.m. followed by a vegan potluck. It meets at Webster Elementary, 3602 Winter Canyon Rd. http://malibusdachurch.adventistfaith.org/
CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS
Sunday service at 9:30 a.m. with Sunday School at 10:50 a.m., 575 Los Liones Dr. in Pacific Palisades, 310.459.3786.
MALIBU UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Sunday service at 10:30 a.m., 30128 Morning View Dr., 310.457.7505
CALVARY CHAPEL
Sunday service at 10 a.m., at Juan Cabrillo Elementary School, 30237 Morning View Dr., 310.589.9673
The Religious Directory includes religious services in Malibu. Religions that do not have an institution in Malibu, but do have one in nearby areas are also included. If you feel any additions or changes should be made to this section, contact Jonathan Friedman at 310.456.5507 ext. 105 or jf@malibutimes.com