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THURS., JAN. 21
WOMEN’S CANCER WORKSHOP
A free educational workshop on women’s cancers with Amer Karam, M.D., at The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura, 530 Hampshire Rd., in Westlake Village. 6:30 p.m. 805.379.4777
Australian artist exhibit
The Australian Artist exhibit is an exploration of Australian Culture, featuring artists Christian Gibson, Airom Bleicher, Greg Cook and Josh Rosenthal; runs through Jan. 30, at Hamilton Galleries, 1431 Ocean Ave., Thursday-Saturday 1 p.m.-10 p.m., Sunday through Wednesday 1 p.m.-6 p.m., info@bgartdealings.com
FRI., JAN. 22
REELSTORIES FILMFEST
Pepperdine students and film industry leaders showcase student-produced films and award-winning documentaries in a free, public event intended to challenge audience members to affect change, at Pepperdine University, 24255 PCH, 6 p.m. reelstoriesfilmfest.com
GETTY VILLA PRIVATE TOUR
In lieu of its regular meeting usually held on the fourth Thursday evening of each month, the Malibu Art Association holds a luncheon and a private tour at the Getty Villa, 17985 PCH, 11:30 a.m. RSVP required. 310.454.4903
‘HOPE FOR HAITI’
TALKRADIO 790 KABC presents “Hope for Haiti,” a commercial-free, two-hour global telethon hosted by George Clooney in Los Angeles, Wyclef Jean in New York and Anderson Cooper in Haiti, that offers viewers the opportunity to pledge money donations, all of which benefit the American Red Cross, Oxfam America, Partners in Health, UNICEF and Wyclef’s Yele Haiti Foundation to help earthquake victims in Haiti; features musical performances and celebrities, 8 p.m. 310.840.4924
WED., JAN. 27
POLITICAL LECTURE
James Q. Wilson, professor of public policy at Pepperdine University, delivers a lecture entitled “The Obama Administration and the War on Terror” and answers questions about foreign policy, terrorism and the problems of mobilizing antiterrorist organizations in the U.S.; reception to follow, at Pepperdine University’s Drescher Graduate Campus Auditorium, 24255 PCH, 11 a.m. 310.506.7686
CITY COUNCIL QUARTERLY REVIEW
Malibu City Council holds its quarterly review meeting, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 23815 Stuart Ranch Rd., 6 p.m. 310.456.2489 ext. 228
THURS., JAN. 28
LIBRARY RENEWAL PROJECT MEETING
The fundraising taskforce of the Malibu Library Renewal Project holds a meeting that will include public comment, a current timeline and cost estimates for the project, and discussion of fundraising/community outreach, in the Community Room of the Malibu Library, 23519 West Civic Center Way, 12:30 p.m. 310.456.6438
HEALTH LECTURE
David Allen, M.D., and Allen Green, M.D., deliver a free, informative talk and answer questions on ways to stay healthy and minimize the negative effects of environmental toxins, at Santa Monica Public Library, 601 Santa Monica Blvd., in Santa Monica, 7 p.m. davidallenmd.com
SAT., JAN. 30
USED TACK AND CLOTHING SALE
A sale of used tacks and clothing, attendees are encouraged to bring items to sell, runs through Jan. 31, at European Equestrian, 22467 PCH, call for times. 310.456.1454
MON., JAN. 31
BOOK DISCUSSION/SIGNING
Malibu resident and author Patrice Karst reads, discusses and signs her picture books: “The Invisible String” and “The Smile That Went Around the World,” at Diesel, A Bookstore, 3890 Cross Creek Rd., 3 p.m. patricekarst.com
MUSICAL FUNDRAISING EVENT
Malibu resident Dominic Kay performs with his band in a benefit event for Starlight Children’s Foundation, at Café Was, 1521 N. Vine St., in Hollywood, 8 p.m. cafewas.com
TUES., FEB. 2
RIDERS AND ROPERS ELECTION MEETING
Trancas Riders and Ropers holds a general meeting to elect their 2010 officers; nominations may be made that evening, at Bluff’s Park, 24250 PCH, 7 p.m. 310.456.1037
WED., FEB. 3
Malibu garden club meeting
Malibu Garden Club hosts “The History of Tasting Chocolates,” at the Point Dume Club, 29500 Heathercliff Rd., 6:45 p.m., $5-$30. 310.753.8219
SAT., FEB. 6
‘CALIFORNIA LANDSCAPE’ EXHIBITION
Malibu Art Association holds an opening reception for the juried art exhibition, “California Landscape,” the proceeds of which will help fund college scholarships for local artistic youth. The event will feature oils, watercolors, acrylics, pastels and mixed media art from 21 artists. And the exhibit runs through March 6, in the Schomburg Gallery at Bergamot Station Arts Center, 2525 Michigan Ave., in Santa Monica, 3 p.m. 310.453.5757
‘GIRLS IN THE CURL’
Pepperdine University Libraries present “Girls in the Curl: A Celebration of Women in Surfing,” a day-long, free public event that will also honor surf legend Linda Benson for her lifetime contribution to the sport. Proceeds from the event benefit the Malibu Historical Collection at the Pepperdine University Library, at Pepperdine University, 24255 PCH, 11 a.m. 310.506.6785
THURS., FEB. 11
‘THREE TALL WOMEN’
Malibu Stage Repertory presents the opening night of the production of Edward Albee’s 1994 Pulitzer Prize-winning play, “Three Tall Women.” Performances run through March 7, with a special performance on Valentine’s Day that will include complimentary flowers for ladies in attendance as well as complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres, at Malibu Stage Company, 29243 PCH, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 5 p.m. Prices vary. brownpapertickets.com
ONGOING
HAITI RELIEF DRIVE
Through Jan. 30, Malibu Business & Shipping Center will serve as the drop-off site for public donations of cash, nonperishable items, new and used clothing, shoes, diapers, sanitary supplies and toiletries that will be transported to Haiti to aid in earthquake relief efforts, in Malibu Colony Plaza at the intersection of PCH and Webb Way, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon-Fri, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sat. 310.456.2733
KINDERGARTEN ROUNDUP REGISTRATION
Juan Cabrillo Elementary School invites prospective parents of children age 5 by Dec. 2, 2010 to register for the Annual Kindergarten Roundup-the first step in the enrollment process-by Feb. 2; the Roundup is scheduled for Feb. 24, at Juan Cabrillo Elementary, 30237 Morning View Dr., 8:30 a.m. 310.457.0360 ext. 130 or 131
‘SUMMONED HEART’ EXHIBIT
The works of local painter and installation artist Jacob Whitmore are displayed in a solo exhibit called “Summoned Heart” which concludes with a closing reception Feb. 13, at Carol Henry Studio, 28914 Roadside Dr., Suite C3, in Agoura Hills, times vary. 818.991.0009.
WINTER STORY TIMES
Malibu Library offers Winter Story Times featuring free age-appropriate, and fun interactive programs featuring books, rhymes, music and movement for toddlers and preschoolers from 18 months to 5 years old; Tuesdays from Jan. 5 to Feb. 2, at Malibu Library, 23519 West Civic Center Way, 10 a.m. 310.456.6438
COLLECTOR’S CHOICE
Celebrating 70 years of collecting, J. Paul Getty and his antiquities, as well as seldom seen works of art, will be on display; exhibit runs through Feb. 8, at The Getty Villa, 17985 PCH, call for time and price. 310.440.7300
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