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WED., DEC. 9
‘HOLIDAY IN SONG 2009′
The “Holiday in Song 2009” free vocal music concert featuring students in grades 3-5; continues through Dec. 10 with performances by students in grades K-2; at Juan Cabrillo Elementary School, 30237 Morning View Dr., 8:30 a.m. 310.457.0360
MLPA MEETING
The California Fish and Game Commission and the MLPA Blue Ribbon Task Force hold a joint meeting to discuss an integrated preferred alternative recommended by the task force, along with marine protected area proposals developed by South Coast Regional stakeholder groups, at the Radisson Hotel at LAX, 6225 W. Century Blvd., in Los Angeles, 10 a.m. fgc.ca.gov
CIRCUS VARGAS HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA
In addition to its Holiday Extravaganza, Circus Vargas holds a toy drive through Dec. 14 for the Kids Cancer Connection; every person who brings a new unwrapped toy to any performance in Canoga Park will receive $5 off general admission and $10 off arena or ringside seating, at Westfield Topanga, 6600 Topanga Canyon Blvd., in Canoga Park, times vary. Prices vary. circusvargas.org
THURS., DEC. 10
MHS CHORAL WINTER CONCERT
The Malibu High School Choral Music Department presents its free Winter Concert, at Malibu High School, 30215 Morning View Dr., 7 p.m. 310.457.6801
FRI., DEC. 11
NETWORKING BREAKFAST
Women in Film hosts a networking breakfast featuring guest speaker and entertainment attorney Barry Haldeman, at Charthouse restaurant, 18412 PCH, 8 a.m. $10-$20. WIF.org
SAT., DEC. 12
Spirit of Goodwill Holiday Party
Duke’s Malibu sponsors a goodwill holiday party to benefit local nonprofit Safety Harbor Kids; Malibu High School Key Club and the Boys & Girls Club will volunteer and provide toys for children in need, at Duke’s Malibu, 21150 PCH, 1 p.m. safetyharborkids.org
‘FESTIVAL OF LAUGHS’
The nonprofit Writers In Treatment holds its “Festival of Laughs” holiday fundraising party and open house, with Rev. Leo Booth as master of ceremonies, location to be announced, 7:30 p.m. $50. 818.762.0461
SUN., DEC. 13
‘MALIBU ON ICE’
The City of Malibu’s Parks and Recreation Department presents “Malibu on Ice,” an eco-friendly ice rink for public ice skating; ages 5 and up welcome to participate in 20- or 40-minute sessions; a Teen Skatefest session will take place at 6 p.m.; skate rentals will be available, at Bluffs Park, 24250 PCH, 10 a.m. $5-$8. 310.317.1364
‘SHADOW OF AFGHANISTAN’ SCREENING
The USC School of Cinematic Arts presents a free screening of “Shadow of Afghanistan,” followed by a Q&A with filmmakers Jim Burroughs and Suzanne Bauman, at The Ray Stark Family Theatre in the George Lucas Building at USC, 900 West 34th St., in Los Angeles, 4 p.m. cinema.usc.edu
CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION
A “Keep Christ in Christmas” event hosted by Malibu Presbyterian Church, featuring caroling and an inspirational message followed by refreshments, at the intersection of Webb Way and PCH, 3 p.m. 310.456.1611
MON., DEC. 14
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Malibu City Council holds its regular meeting, in the Council Chambers at City Hall,?23815 Stuart Ranch Rd.,? 6:30 p.m. 310.456.2489 ext. 228
TUES., DEC. 15
MALIBUGREENMACHINE MEETING
MalibuGreenMachine, a nonprofit with a mission to “green” public spaces, holds its monthly public meeting, includes refreshments, at 31500 Broad Beach Rd., 5 p.m. malibugreenmachine.org
THURS., DEC 17
HOLIDAY FUNDRAISER
A fundraising awards event to support Music and the Arts Programs for orphans and homeless children and to celebrate the release of local nonprofit Safety Harbor Kids’ Holiday CD Collection; features an appearance by Jackson Browne and performances by Andy Vargas of Santana, among others, at East/West Studios, 6000 W. Sunset Blvd., in Hollywood, $350.
1 p.m. Safetyharborkids.org
SAT., DEC. 19
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
The City of Malibu hosts “Breakfast With Santa,” which includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, fruit, orange juice and coffee; children will also have the opportunity to visit Santa Claus and visit Santa’s Workshop to create a seasonal craft, at Point Dume Marine Science Elementary School, 6955 Fernhill Dr., 8:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. $5-$15. 310.317.1364
SUN., DEC. 20
CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION
A “Keep Christ in Christmas” event hosted by Malibu Cavalry Chapel, featuring caroling and an inspirational message followed by refreshments, at the intersection of Webb Way and PCH, 3 p.m. 310.589.9673
ONGOING
WEEKEND HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES
A month of weekend festivities taking place each Saturday and Sunday during December kicks off Dec. 5 with a Surfing Santa and Sexy Santa photo booth, strolling carolers, refreshments from retailers, music, tree lighting and more, at Malibu Country Mart, times vary. malibucountrymart.com
ADAMSON HOUSE HOLIDAY TOURS
Tours of the Historic Adamson House and Malibu Lagoon Museum, decorated in holiday attire, take place on Friday evenings throughout December, at The Adamson House, 23200 PCH, times vary. $15. 310.456.8432
‘REEL TIME’
Santa Monica College’s Emeritus Gallery presents a faculty exhibition featuring Lee O’Keefe’s watercolor, “Reel Time,” on display until Dec. 18, at 1227 2nd St., in Santa Monica, 310.434.4306
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