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Monday August 31st Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Coffee in hand, Malibu? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a powerful El Niño could reshape Malibu's coast and commute
  • How high can Pepperdine's nationally ranked water polo squad climb?

Also on today's calendar: Phantom Planet @ Aviator Nation Dreamland and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, with a high of 76 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and delightful, temps: high: 76, low: 63.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 79 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Malibu Could Face Greater Coastal Erosion Risk as Strong El Niño Builds (westsidecurrent.com) — Malibu could see worsening coastal erosion and flooding this winter as a potentially record-strong El Niño combines high surf, king tides, and heavy rain with already-damaged stretches of Pacific Coast Highway. City officials say they're working with Caltrans and regional partners on erosion hot spots, while agencies build sand berms and brace for possible inland flooding as well.
   

• Pepperdine men's water polo opens season with national and conference recognition — The Malibu Times (malibutimes.com) — Pepperdine's Malibu-based men's water polo team is launching its season with a No. 8 national ranking and a third-place conference projection, giving local fans plenty to watch. Senior standout Jon Carcarey headlines a deep returning roster as the Waves open on the road before hosting their home opener on Sept. 3.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Monday August 31
  • School on Wheels Donation Drive
    Calabasas High School Calabasas, CA 91302
    4:00 pm
  • Tuesday September 1
  • September is Attendance Awareness Month
    Lang Ranch Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
  • School Tour
    White Oak Elementary School Calabasas, CA 91302
    8:45 am
  • Special Education District Advisory Council (SEDAC) Meeting
    Conejo Valley Unified SD 2801 Atlas Ave. - University Center MPR
    9:15 am
  • Ambassadors Meeting via Zoom
    Calabasas Chamber of Commerce via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88007545528?pwd=REVrVjFYSWNQczBSSkNxYW5za09hQT09 Meeting ID: 880 0754 5528 Passcode: 373812 Dial by your location +1 669 444 9171 US +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
    5:00 pm
  • Wednesday September 2
  • Board of Education Meeting
    Conejo Valley Unified SD CVUSD Board Room - 1402 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks
    6:00 pm

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Calabasas

  • Which young Hollywood stars bought their first million-dollar homes before turning 30? (businessupturn.com)

Ok Malibu! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time (Thank you Kourtney Z. for sending it in!)
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