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WED., JAN. 13
COWBOY EXTRAVAGANZA
A free event featuring rope tricks, camp songs, American folklore, and lots of cowboy fun with Cowboy Ken; for families and children in preschool through 6th grade, at Malibu Library, 23519 Civic Center Way, 4 p.m. 310.456.6438
STATE OF THE BAY CONFERENCE
The Santa Monica Bay Restoration Commission releases the 2010 State of the Bay Report and hosts a day-long conference to examine the health of the bay’s natural habitats and resources, measure progress made, and discuss challenges ahead, lunch included, at Loyola Marymount University, 1 LMU Dr., in Los Angeles, $50-$80. 213.576.6645
ELECTRONICS RECYCLING EVENT
A recycling event for the public to safely dispose disused electronics; no batteries, light bulbs, refrigerators, dryers or dishwashers, at the Point Dume Marine Science Elementary School parking lot, 6955 Fernhill Dr., 8 a.m. 310.457.9370
SAT., JAN. 16
ACOUSTIC MATINEE
A free acoustic performance of lo-fi, indie pop music from two up-and-coming groups, Watercolor Paintings and IRONTOM, at Malibu Library, 23519 West Civic Center Way, 1 p.m. 310.456.6438
ELECTRONICS RECYCLING EVENT
The City of Malibu holds an e-waste recycling event for the public to safely dispose of electronics, household batteries and compact fluorescent light bulbs, at 23555 Civic Center Way, 10 a.m. 310.456.2489 ext. 286
SUN., JAN. 17
E-WASTE ROUNDUP
A recycling event for the public to safely dispose disused electronics such as televisions, computers and DVD players, at Malibu High School, 30215 Morning View Dr., 10 a.m. 310.457.6801
KEB’ MO’ CONCERT
Grammy-winning singer/songwriter/guitarist Keb’ Mo’ performs a solo concert, in the Smothers Theare at Pepperdine University, 24255 PCH, 7 p.m. $10-$65. 310.506.4522
MON., JAN. 18
POETRY POT LUCK
Vital Poetry holds a public meeting for attendees to share poetry and bring their favorite dish, call for new venue address, 7 p.m. 310.457.3585
TUES., JAN. 19
SLEEP IMPROVEMENT SEMINAR
An informational event to teach tactics for deep sleep and more energy, call to RSVP, at the office of Dr. Tony Hall, 28990 PCH, 6 p.m. 310.589.1005.
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
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
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 keep oneself 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
ONGOING
Art 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 and 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