Karen Packer, writer, teacher

Los Angeles

Los Angeles County

Chris Lindahl

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Sherman Oaks

California

Studio City

North Hollywood-Toluca Lake

Encino-Tarzana

Brentwood

Beverly Hills

Jamie Gatlin

West Hollywood

Westwood-Century City

Hollywood

Pacific Palisades

Woodland Hills

The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens

Enjoy a morning of imagination, creativity, and self-discovery in the gardens. Participants will experience a relaxing, therapeutic blend of mindfulness, writing, and art.
During the workshop, instructor Kimberly Lee, JD, will invite you to slow down and be inspired by nature's beauty during a garden walk. In the classroom, you’ll be guided through the gentle process of creating an intuitive collage, and reflective writing prompts will help deepen the connection with your creative voice. By the end of the session, you’ll have a collage of your own making, several pieces of writing, and a peaceful way of being that will stay with you long after you’ve left the gardens. &nbsp;
Join us for a restorative morning! Please visit the link for more information and to register!

Local Event: Reflective Writing and Intuitive Collage

Reflective Writing and Intuitive Collage

Enjoy a morning of imagination, creativity, and self-discovery in the gardens. Participants will experience a relaxing,...

Ventura County Fairgrounds and Event Center

VENTURA PET &amp; REPTILE EXPO&nbsp;-&nbsp;November 7–8, 2026 at&nbsp;Ventura County Fairgrounds. Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of reptiles, pets, and birds! From snakes and chameleons to frogs and tarantulas, plus furry friends, feathered companions, pet supplies and more, there’s something for every animal lover. One building is dedicated to pets and another to reptiles — and your ticket gives you access to BOTH buildings for the price of one!
REPTILE BUILDING 
Explore hundreds of exotic species, including snakes, geckos, lizards, turtles, tarantulas, frogs, scorpions, bearded dragons, chameleons, millipedes and more!
• Shop with trusted breeders and vendors 
• Bioactive supplies 
• Terrariums, tanks, dry goods &amp; feeders 
• Reptile accessories and essentials 
• Hands-On Tropical &amp; Desert Terrarium Workshops — build your own habitat with expert guidance and take it home!
PET BUILDING 
Find everything you need for your pets all under one roof!
• Pet adoptions — cats, dogs &amp; more 
• Birds available for purchase 
• Food, treats &amp; toys 
• Leashes, collars &amp; beds 
• Pet accessories and essentials
🔥 EXCLUSIVE EXPO DEALS! 
Don’t miss exclusive expo-only deals, discounts and special show pricing from participating vendors throughout the weekend. Stock up, save and discover something new for your pets!
BONUS FEATURES 
LIVE ANIMAL SHOWS — Get up close with amazing animals, including a Coati, Patagonian Cavy (Mara), Alligator and more!
🎟️ ONE TICKET. TWO BUILDINGS. TWICE THE FUN! 
Whether you’re a dedicated reptile enthusiast, an animal lover or a devoted pet parent, the Ventura Pet &amp; Reptile Expo is your one-stop destination for animals, shopping, education, entertainment and family fun!
November 7–8, 2026 
🕙 Saturday: 10 AM–5 PM 
🕙 Sunday: 10 AM–4 PM 
📍 Ventura County Fairgrounds 
10 W. Harbor Boulevard, Ventura, CA 93001
🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS: <a href="https://www.CVRExpo.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">CVRExpo.com</a>
Admission: 
🎫 Kids 3 years and younger get in FREE! 
🎫 Discounted Two-Day Passes &amp; Family Packs are also available online!

Local Event: Ventura Pet & Reptile Expo - Nov. 7-8, 2026

Ventura County

San Buenaventura

Ventura Pet & Reptile Expo - Nov. 7-8, 2026

VENTURA PET & REPTILE EXPO - November 7–8, 2026 at Ventura County Fairgrounds. Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of...

Fred Kavli Theater

The California Young Artists Symphony presents the opening capstone concert of its sixth season with an unforgettable evening of music at the distinguished Kavli Theatre in Thousand Oaks. 
The program revolves around two monumental works: Elgar’s Concerto in b-minor and Prokofiev’s 5th
Symphony. Prokofiev’s 5th Symphony is considered to be one of his greatest and was written when he returned to Moscow during World War 2. Elgar’s Violin Concerto is one of the great masterworks of violin literature, written for legendary violinist Fritz Kreisler. The program opens with Elgar’s beautiful “Sospiri,” or “Sighs.”
The program is led by Maestro Alexander Tseitlin (Director of CYAS and Lyceum Oaks) and features the Grand Prize Winner of the 2026 California Young Artists Competition, violinist Ezra Shcolnik (Juilliard, Colburn). 
CYAS was launched in the fall of 2021 to the acclaim of audiences and artists nationwide. With musicians from institutions such as the Colburn Conservatory, the Thornton School of Music at USC, and the UCLA School of Music (among many others), CYAS forms an electrifying ensemble rich in energy and expression. Concerts are a unique experience for musicians and audiences alike. CYAS Alumni can be found in the London Philharmonic, Detroit Symphony, Naples Philharmonic, and beyond.
Join us for an electrifying presentation of some of the most exquisite music in all of music literature. Tickets on sale at www.cyasymphony.org.

Local Event: California Young Artists Symphony Presents Prokofiev and Elgar

Agoura Hills

California Young Artists Symphony Presents...

The California Young Artists Symphony presents the opening capstone concert of its sixth season with an unforgettable evening...

California Young Artists Symphony Presents Prokofiev and Elgar

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