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What It Means to Be a Dad J

une is Father’s Day month. A whole lot less is made of Father’s Day than Mother’s Day in May. Not surprising, since who was it that gave birth to us and did most of the heavy lifting and nurturing during our early years? Mom did. Besides (and this may sound sexist, but who cares?), you better be nice to the women in your life or life will not be worth living.

However, overlooking the incredibly important role played by an ever present loving and supportive father is a huge omission. Far too many adult men and women have failed to some extent in their lives because their father was not present emotionally or was gone altogether. If they have overcome the absence of their father’s support and love, it is only because they have fought mightily to do so.

From a personal standpoint, when I went through a divorce while my three children ranged in age from 6 to 13, the main thing I tried to hold on to was my relationship and love of my children. I was very frightened that I would lose all that and also cause irreparable harm to their emotional well-being. Was I perfect in my quest? Not really.

As one would expect, there were plenty of ups and downs. But we did make it through.

They are all grown up, successful and have kids of their own. I hope they learned from my mistakes as well as what I also did right. The constant was that we remained FAMILY and Dad was there when needed.

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Please do not think that what I have just written is bragging. I am just grateful that I kept it together and made it through. There are far too many men who fail as fathers.

Sometimes they do not even know it when it is happening. They are there physically, but not emotionally. So, we need to be there for our children at every level. Sometimes men need to remind themselves to do it. Go for it guys!

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Men very often think that because they work hard and are successful financially it is an excuse for not being there for much of their children’s development… school, sports, music lessons, recitals, science projects, helping with math (I hated geometry), just reading a book with them when they are young… and some of the unpleasant things like illness or problems at school. Mom cannot and should not do it all. Dad should not tune out.

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26 Stepping Up

Local grads commence the next stage of life

30 Fine Wine & Dining

Good Times

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Around Town

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Our Contributors

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Healthy Lifestyle

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Locally Owned

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Times Past

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Local Limelight

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Water & Woods

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Financial Buzz

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Driver’s Notebook

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Animal Kingdom

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Inspired By

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Lifestyle Calendar

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Parting Thoughts

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Good Times

Meadowlark Service League Loves to Help

Meadowlark Service League held its 18th Women’s Charity Luncheon and Tennis Tournament at Las Posas Country Club. With boutique shopping, drawings, auctions, guest speakers and more, the event raised funds for local charities.

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The Westlake Village Junior Women's Club held a fabulous Wig & Stache themed fundraiser at the Four Seasons Hotel.

Proceeds benefited local charities, including Many Mansions, the Conejo Free Clinic and the YMCA. PHOTOGRAPHY BRENDA RUSSERT

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Good Times

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National Charity League Inc., Conejo Valley Chapter's 45th annual Modelette Fashion Show featured 10th and 12th grade girls (Ticktockers) in a public speaking and modeling presentation. The nonprofit NCL's educational and philanthropic experience teaches poise, self-confidence and social skills while benefiting Many Mansions affordable housing communities.

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Around Town

AROUND TOWN

in Thousand Oaks, which serves seniors who cannot shop or cook for themselves. Last year, volunteer drivers delivered nearly 35,000 meals in the Conejo Valley. What’s more, Senior Concerns never turns anyone away due to an inability to pay. Some 1,500 runners and walkers of all ages participated in last year’s Love Run. This year’s event features a 5K, 10K, 1 Mile and Half Marathon. LoveRunWestlake.com

CELEBRATE SUMMER WITH FREE CONCERTS The beautiful summer weather is the perfect backdrop for outdoor concerts, held throughout the summer in a variety of area locations. The free concerts cover just about every musical style and bring the community together in a relaxed and friendly environment, from local parks to outdoor marketplaces.

Sat., June 4, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Rod Stewart Tribute, Free Summer Concert Series in Camarillo, Constitution Park, Carmen Drive and Paseo Camarillo, Camarillo, through August 27. Concerts begin at 7:30 p.m.

Summer line-up: 6/18: Steve Tyrell (Great American Standards); 7/9: George Strait Tribute (The Troubadour Experience); 7/23: Under the Streetlamp (Classic hits from the American radio songbook); 8/6: Bee Gees Tribute (Bee Gees Gold); 8/20: Jimmy Buffett Tribute (Adventures in Parrotdise); 9/10: A Tribute to Elvis (Michael Raymond).

CamarilloArtsCouncil.org Wed., June 29, 6-8 p.m., Ticket to Ride (Beatles Tribute), Janss Marketplace Free Summer Concert Series, Moorpark Road & Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, through

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Join the Casa Pacifica Angels on Sun., June 5, from 1 to 5 p.m. at

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70’s disco; 7/20: Stone Soul – Motown; 7/27: Radio Rebels - 80’s

samplings from restaurants, wineries, breweries, caterers, bakeries,

Dance Party; 8/3: Ladies of Soul; 8/10: Jumpin Joz - Big Band/

specialty shops, coffee and tea vendors, among others from Northern

Swing; 8/17: Tina Michelle and Rhinestone Cowboys - Country

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music and free line dancing class! 8/24: Hollywood U2 - U2 tribute.

throughout the day and a large silent auction. Proceeds benefit Casa

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Sat., June 18, 7-9 p.m., 80z All Stars, City of Westlake Village Saturday

provider of children’s mental health services in Ventura and Santa

in the Park, Berniece Bennett Park, 31800 Village Center Rd, Westlake

Barbara Counties whose mission is to provide hope and help to

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Recreation & Park District 2016 Music in the Park free concert series,

Sat, June 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Doobie Brothers Tribute, Rancho Simi

Now in its 24th year, the Senior Concerns Love Run takes place

Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley. Bring

Saturday, June 5, from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. at 2815 Townsgate Road in

your picnic basket or purchase food at the events. Upcoming: 7/16:

Westlake Village. The Love Run benefits the Meals on Wheels Program

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onejo Valley Lifestyle magazine honors the enterprising and talented male business own-

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Natural

Healthy Lifestyle

Taking a

Approach to Emotional Health ARTICLE JACK MCGHIE

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octors Alan Duben and Lindsay Erickson at the Duben Holistic Chiropractic Center provide insight into their unique methods of supporting patients’ emotional health.

“We share with our patients that they should live an active life rather than a reactive life,” explains Dr. Duben.

Q. WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO “LIVE AN ACTIVE LIFE?”

DR. D: Too often we notice that patients who are stressed, unhappy and ulti-

mately unhealthy are reacting to their life rather than acting in a healthy manner.

These reactions are caused by an emotional trigger that affects some part of the body.

DR. E: Many of our patients consult with us about headaches, indigestion, emotional issues, back pain and hormone imbalance symptoms. They report that after receiving care in our office they get better and stay better.

Q. IS THERE A NAME FOR THE TYPE OF TREATMENTS YOU PROVIDE?

We use a technique called NET, Neuro Emotional Technique. NET helps our patients erase stressful reactive patterns in their mind and body. NET is a tool that can help improve many behavioral and physical conditions.

DR. E: The memory of the body can lock stresses into muscles and body chemistry and make us sick. It is a scientific fact that psychosomatic disease exists. In our office we help erase these negative connections.

DR. D:

Q. WHO SHOULD TRY NET?

DR. D: We check all our patients with NET. That’s because anyone who has been suffering recurring symptoms, with no obvious explanation, may be experiencing a condition related to an emotional component, and NET could help.

DR. E: One particular patient was in a car accident that resulted in neck pain and tension headaches. We cared for her and she returned to her pre-accident condition. But, and here is the interesting part, whenever she drove through the same intersection where her car accident occurred, the symptoms returned!

That’s because to her mind and body, that intersection was the cause of her condition rather than the car hitting her. That may sound silly, but our nervous system’s memory is there to protect us from doing things that are harmful. With a series of NET visits, we cleared up this reactive mind-body connection and now that intersection does not affect her at all.

Q. WHERE CAN WE LEARN MORE ABOUT

YOUR OFFICE AND TREATMENTS? DR. D: Our website, DocDuben.com, is a good place to learn why our office may be right for you. CVL readers are invited to make an appointment for a complimentary consultation. Together we can discover treatment options that can help you build an active and healthy lifestyle.

Duben Holistic Chiropractic Center is located at 3625 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Ste. 172 in Westlake Village, CA 91362. Call 805.468.4437 for more information or visit DocDuben.com.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF CHILDHOOD HEARING TESTING ARTICLE RAYE ANN CLAYTON, AUD

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ost parents are familiar with the need to screen their newborn’s hearing in the hospital, but after being given the green light, they lack awareness about the importance of testing their children as they grow.

Many families think of hearing loss in black and white terms, believing one has either normal hearing or deafness. Actually, hearing loss is much more nuanced. About 1 in 1,000 babies are born with profound deafness, and another 5 in 1,000 are born with significant hearing loss. Other types of childhood hearing loss are not present at birth, but can manifest later due to ear infections, trauma, syndromes, genetic causes or damaging noise levels. According to The American Speech–Language–Hearing Association, children with hearing loss will find it much more difficult than children who have normal hearing to learn vocabulary, grammar, word order, idiomatic expressions and other aspects of verbal communication.

According to the Joint Committee on Infant Hearing, all infants and young children should be monitored for developmental auditory behaviors and speech and language development. Those who demonstrate delayed development, regardless of newborn screening outcome, should receive an auditory evaluation to rule out hearing loss. Research shows that untreated hearing loss can have devastating consequences on learning speech and language. For the school-age child, untreated hearing loss is linked to lower outcomes and puts a child at higher risk of failing one or more grades.

EARLY DETECTION IS THE KEY

The good news is that early detection and treatment really works!

Children who receive appropriate hearing intervention, such as hearing aids, assistive technology, therapy and/or school accommodations can perform on par with normal-hearing peers.

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For school-age children in California, public schools provide hearing screenings in Kindergarten or 1st, 2nd, 5th, 8th and 10th grades, as well as when a child first enters the California public school system or a teacher or staff member is concerned and refers the child for testing.

If your child fails a hearing screening at school or in the pediatrician’s office, it’s important to schedule an auditory evaluation with an audiologist. Only an audiologist can determine the type and severity of a hearing loss.

WHAT ABOUT EAR INFECTIONS?

Another situation common to parents of toddlers is ear infections.

While most isolated incidents of ear infections clear up relatively quickly on their own or with simple antibiotic treatment from a physician, frequent or chronic ear infections warrant hearing testing to determine if the infection is causing hearing loss. This type of frequent/intermittent or chronic hearing loss can cause speech and language delays. If your child is under the care of an otolaryngologist, or ENT physician, and ear tubes are recommended, a referral should be made to an audiologist for pre- and post-operative testing.

At Conejo Hearing Center, we specialize in age-appropriate testing methods for pediatrics and can test children 3 years old and up. As the mother of young children, I am passionate about hearing devices and assistive technology to maximize hearing potential for every child and adult.

To make an appointment for a hearing test screening, contact Conejo Hearing Center at 818.991.3800. Visit them at Village Green Office Park, 5655 Lindero Canyon Rd #506, in Westlake Village, CA 91362, or online at ConejoHearingCenter.com.

Times Past

University Village “Brides” Display Wedding Dresses ROMANCE PROVES AGELESS AT RETIREMENT COMMUNITY ARTICLE DONNA HAHN | PHOTOGRAPHY JONI DARRELL

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n a timeless display of love and romance, 13 wedding gowns stole the show at the University Village Thousand Oaks

retirement community. The gowns—one dating back more than a century—were worn by the residents and their mothers and reflect the fashion of their day.

The dresses ranged from Mary Norris’ World War I-era dress worn by her mother in 1914 to Sandra Krakower’s short yellow dress with matching veil and shoes from 1968.

Audrey Johnson loaned her mother’s flapper dress from the 1920’s, and Marcia Fogel unpacked the cathedral-length dress she wore in Denver’s Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in 1949 (think Maria in “The Sound of Music”).

The most recent dress was Diane Venable’s traditional white gown from 1974.

Norris and Johnson found their mothers’ gowns pre-

served in cedar chests after they died. Johnson’s mother, who worked in the garment industry, made her dress herself. She also made the bridesmaids’ dresses.

All the dresses were displayed in the main clubhouse at University Village along with wedding photographs from numerous University Village resident couples, to the delight of many.

“The wedding gown display is just a small sampling of the history and amazing life stories of our residents. The gowns are exquisite and in many cases represent the beginning of incredible lives that many of us can only imagine,” says Jayne Austin, activities director for University Village.

The wedding gown display can be viewed on the University Village Facebook page.

University Village, located at 3415 Campus Dr. in Thousand Oaks, is a continuing care retirement community for people 60 years of age and older offering a variety of housing options and a comprehensive package of services, amenities and activities. Residents also have access to assisted living, memory care and a skilled nursing center. Learn more about University Village at UVTO.com.

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Local Students Celebrate Advancement ARTICLE KEN PHILLIPS

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rom Westlake Village to Newbury Park, the caps and gowns are coming out this June with over 2,300 high school grads leading the procession. The Conejo Valley Unified School District’s 28 schools, representing more than 19,300 K-12 graders, and local independent and magnet charter schools, comprising some 3,000 students, are all celebrating some form of graduation this month.

Celebrate the hard work of area youth as they commemorate the completion of their school year and begin the next phase of their educational and life journeys. Local ceremonies take place throughout the month.

MAY 18-19—La Reina High School and Middle School in Thousand Oaks kicked off the graduation season last month, holding middle school promotions on May 18 and senior graduations the following evening. The commencement is always held on the campus front lawn, where some 1,500 students and guests gather.

The senior class numbers 85 this year from a total student body of 547. La Reina is in its 52nd year of operation and is an independent, Catholic, college-preparatory high school and middle school for young women in grades 6-12. The schools are sponsored by the Congregation of the Sisters of Notre Dame.

JUNE 1—Oaks Christian Middle School in Westlake Village will celebrate its 8th grade students, who start high school in the fall. The ceremonies take place at the Calvary Community Church in Westlake Village. The independent, Christian middle school was founded in 2000 and enrolls more than 500 students.

JUNE 2—Oaks Christian High School will congratulate its 231 graduates at the Calvary Community Church in Westlake Village with valedictorian and class leader presentations, student performance awards and other recognitions. The independent, college preparatory, faith-based school was founded in 1997 and has over 1,000 students enrolled.

JUNE 2—Conejo Adventist Elementary School, which was started in 1963 in Newbury Park, is a Christian-based K-8 school that will be conducting its graduation of 8th graders on June 2.

The high academic standards maintained at Conejo Adventist are noted by the fact that some 85% of the school’s graduating classes end up going to college after high school, compared to the national average of 42%.

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CONGRADULATIONS (CON TI N U ED)

JUNE 7—Conejo Elementary School will hold its “Culmination” ceremony for 73 students. A family and teacher potluck will take place during the day.

The Thousand Oaks school was the first elementary school in the Conejo Valley and is celebrating its 135th anniversary this year.

JUNE 7—Conejo Elementary’s Leadership Magnet School in Thousand Oaks will have its “Stepping Up” celebration for 115 students in its multi-age, “Open Classroom” program that will feature presentations by graduating 5th graders.

A dinner for families will follow. Since 2009, the Open Classroom concept was adopted to teach students the “Seven Habits of Highly Effective People” developed

by Dr. Stephen R. Covey.

JUNE 8—Century Academy in Thousand Oaks will hold its “Grad Nite” at Magic Mountain June 2. On June 8, the school will present diplomas to 32 seniors at the

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T hou sa nd Oaks Teen Center. With such a small graduating class, the ceremony is an intimate event, wherein every student is personally recognized by his or her master teacher, who speaks about their accomplishments and aspirations after high school. The students have completed a rigorous “blended learning” curriculum that included digital and individual instruction, plus small group interaction. Students work from home and on campus several days a week, covering traditional, core subject matter and technology. The alternative high school—grades 9-12—was opened in 2010 and has had many of its students go on to colleges nationwide.

JUNE 9—Ladera Elementary School in Thousand Oaks is graduating 61 5th graders. There will also be a breakfast and kickball game with students, parents and teachers. Ladera’s pupils are being guided by the school’s “Dragon Code,” which means Choose character, Own your learning, Demonstrate respect, and Envision success.

JUNE 9—Thousand Oaks High School will hold its “Grad Nite” the evening before graduation at Disneyland’s California Adventure. The school’s 540 graduates will receive their diplomas at ceremonies held at the school’s Lancer Stadium the following evening. As part of the June 9 program, the school will also memorialize a teacher and two students who tragically passed away this year. In May, the school’s newspaper published a map of the United States that noted where its grads would be going to college, with over 96% of the class going on to some form of higher education.

JUNE 9—Westlake High School will also have its “Grad Nite” at Disneyland June 8 and the following evening its 566 graduates will receive their “sheepskins.” Of the school’s 30 valedictorians, some will speak on the

theme “Adventure Awaits.” The program, held at Westlake’s Warrior Stadium, will also include student musical performances. Westlake High School has a #1 ranking in Ventura County, a #29 placement in the state of California and scores at the #72 position nationwide in testing and academic excellence.

The student body is 2,400 strong.

JUNE 9—Conejo Valley High School in Newbury Park is expected to fete 44 graduating students at ceremonies held at the school’s athletic field. Speakers will include representatives from the Thousand Oaks Teen Center. Scholarships will be given during the celebration. The state of California designated the school as a Model Continuation Education High School in 2012.

The former Timber School, originally built in 1924, is a City of Thousand Oaks historic landmark.

JUNE 10—Newbury Park High School will hold its graduation celebration at its Panther Stadium. A student-voted speaker from the graduate ranks is selected to keynote the program.

Recognition is given to the valedictorians, major students, special graduates and the honoree for the S u p e r i n t e n d e n t ’s award.

Newbury High School is ranked in the top 5% of all schools in California, is recognized as a California Distinguished School and has received a National Blue Ribbon School designation. Its student enrollment of 2,550 makes it the largest in the area.

JUNE 10 —Los Cerritos Middle School in Thousand Oaks will hold its 8th grade promotions on its softball field for 330 students. Outstanding students will keynote the presentation and school musicians will perform.

JUNE 10—MATES Charter School in Thousand Oaks will hold its “Culmination” exercises at the school, recognizing 61 5th graders for their achievements before they head off to middle school. The ceremonies will include handing out of academic awards, student musical performances and a slide show highlighting the year’s best memories. The top students will also give presentations. MATES, which stands for Meadows Arts and Technology Elementary School, has its origins dating back 45 years and currently has 386 K-5 children registered. It is a National Blue Ribbon School winner, three-time California Distinguished School award recipient and has been designated as an Extraordinary Arts School.

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W I T H N O R T H R A N C H C O U N T R Y C LU B ARTICLE & PHOTOGRAPHY GARY COONS

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orth Ranch Country Club hosts five special wine dinners in 2016. Each dinner matches wine from a winery, a country or a theme with inspired food pairings. The most recent dinner featured Cakebread Cellars.

Next up are dinners featuring Grgich Hills wines, Somm’s wine and a Taste of France.

The talented and friendly food and beverage team at North Ranch delivers a sophisticated culinary and wine experience. The team consists of Director Jodi Foss; Assistant Director Jordan Sweeney, a Level 2 Sommelier; Executive Chef Karl Gustav Holst, a Level 1 Sommelier; and Maitre 'D Bernardo Queiroz.

A dedicated pastry chef and a core group of service professionals support the team and provide a warm welcome to club members as they arrive, creating a comfortable atmosphere.

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It is no surprise that North Ranch Country Club’s wine dinners are top-notch events. As Jordan notes, North Ranch was awarded the coveted CMAA International Wine Society Award of Distinction last year, scoring a 95 out of 100—one of only 14 clubs in America to score 90 or above in 2015. The award is prominently displayed next to an impressive wine cellar that holds more than 500 bottles. The collection contains wines from the major wine-producing regions of the world, easily accessed with different color-coded tags for each country.

North Ranch pours over 30 wines by the glass in addition to a wine list that features their high-end collection of bottles, half bottle, large format selections and vintage verticals.

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Jordan and Karl labored for days creating, preparing and executing the Cakebread pairing dinner, tasting every spice, herb and ingredient featured on the menu and sampling Cakebread wines to match the flavors perfectly. Their objective was to balance the food and wine of each course to create a symbiosis of culinary harmony, with each dish surpassing the previous one until it reached a food and wine crescendo!

The sold-out, $125-per-person Cakebread dinner began with approximately 100 members gathering in the clubhouse to enjoy musical entertainment by a talented solo guitar player. Old and new friends sipped a glass of nicely chilled, crisp and clean Cakebread 2014 Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley. The wine’s nose and taste of honeydew melon and citrus were complemented by the Chef's Selection of Hand Passed Canapés: Macadamia Crusted Chicken with Basil Pesto and Apple wrapped in Prosciutto.

The five-course dinner began with a spot-on pairing of Cakebread’s THEIR OBJECTIVE WAS 2013 Chardonnay, Napa Valley with TO BALANCE THE FOOD Charred Scallop & Cold Smoked Hamachi with Almond & Garlic AND WINE OF EACH Gazpacho, Chervil, Chive Pearls, COURSE TO CREATE Calabrian Chili Oil and a colorful A SYMBIOSIS OF Micro Orchid. The subtle spice with an accumulating kick and smoky flaCULINARY HARMONY, vors of the scallop and hamachi went WITH EACH DISH very well with the Chardonnay’s SURPASSING THE apple, melon, pear and oak spice in the nose, plus the flavors of honeyPREVIOUS ONE UNTIL IT dew melon and minerals and a spicy REACHED A FOOD AND oak finish. This spicy dish was a great WINE CRESCENDO! way to begin the meal, which could have been a complete and satisfying meal by itself with a larger serving.

The Cakebread 2014 Pinot Noir, Anderson Valley, Two Creeks Vineyards was served in the same type of glass as the other wines and was impressive in both aroma and taste. The “Two Creeks Vineyards” refers to a blend of grapes from the Annahala and Apple Barn estate vineyards in the Anderson Valley of Mendocino County. The second course accompanying the Pinot Noir showcased a Seared La Bella Farms Duck Breast with Duck Confit & Sweet Potato Tempura Roll, Thai Basil Beurre Blanc, Charred Iceberg and Thai Chili Gastrique. The rich, full-bodied Pinot Noir complemented the duck breast and tempura roll perfectly with its aromas of berry and cherry plus flavors of black CONTINUED > cherry and plum with a long spicy finish.

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The Blanquette De Veau combined Wisconsin Veal Baked in a Sweet Onion with Sundried Tomatoes and English Peas in a Creamy Cognac Sauce topped with Gruyere and served with Local Asparagus & Heirloom Carrots. The sweet onion container cleverly appeared to be a solid food rather than a stew. Cakebread’s 2012 Merlot, Napa Valley had a black cherry nose and hint of toasty oak. It stood up beautifully to the rich flavors of the veal and cognac sauce.

The wine was rich and juicy with dark cherry, plum and blackcurrant flavors supported by big tannins and balanced acidity. Not to be overlooked were the local asparagus and heirloom carrots—both very tasty and served in a stylish coat of arms crossed swords arrangement over the Blanquette De Veau. This third course pairing of wine and food was the best… until the fourth course was served!

The final pairing of Cakebread 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley with Oak Grilled Prime Dry Aged Rib-Eye was excellent, especially for those who like smoky flavors. The aromas of dark cherry, black fig and scent of oak toast plus flavors of blackberry, boysenberry and fig with a hint of dark chocolate were a perfect match with the last dish. The accompanying Beef Cheek & Smoked Collard Green Ravioli offered a nice contrast to each other and the Rutabaga & Carrot Purée made a very flavorful base. The Roasted Shallot & Bourbon Sauce on top of the Oak Grilled Prime Dry Aged Rib-Eye with the Cabernet Sauvignon was a perfect example of the genius behind the pairing. As club member Dr. Ed Pope commented, “This is great with the smoky flavors in both the smoked collard green ravioli and the cab!”

The Pistachio Torte with Browned Butter Pistachio Jaconde, Beet Root Gelee, Chocolate Panna Cotta and Meringue Matchsticks deliciously concluded the five-course dinner.

Attending a dinner like this one underscores North Ranch Country Club as an outstanding venue for private dining or larger events. Facing mountains to the north, the club has some of the best views in Westlake Village. Members enjoy the club’s warm atmosphere, five-star dining and exceptional wine program. Club management has reached their goal of being an ultimate wine and dine experience with one of the best wine programs in the nation.

For more information, visit NorthRanchCC.org or call 805.496.1995.

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he Conejo Valley offers a wonderful lifestyle for families and businesses to grow and prosper.

While its natural beauty and mild temperatures make it an idyllic place to live, it’s the caring for one another that unites the community and creates a haven we proudly call home.

Countless people contribute to the betterment of our communities.

We feature just a handful of them, representing the best of us, and say “Thank you.”

DR. BENJAMIN GRIFFES OWNER, GRIFFES CHIROPRACTIC

Benjamin Griffes is a doctor of chiropractic and a health coach with offices in Tarzana and Thousand Oaks. He focuses on helping others maintain pain-free and healthy lifestyles, while also finding time to give back.

An active member of numerous organizations, Ben is involved with many fundraisers for nonprofits, such as the YMCA. With Progression Athletics International, he provides sports clinics for underprivileged children, and with Ride Blind America, he escorts sight-impaired athletes on tandem bike rides. He is also a member of the Azusa Pacific University Mexico Outreach Team that annually brings medical aid to Mexicali residents.

Ben also finds time for mountain biking, playing a mean harmonica and brewing up some tasty beers of his own design. This year, he’s introducing his first batch of honey wine (mead).

Ben says his most important lessons are “Always be curious and ask questions. Don’t be afraid to take risks and say ‘yes’ to those who need a helping hand.” And, he notes, “Thomas Jefferson got it right when he said, ‘Nothing is troublesome that we do willingly.’”

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JOE JOYCE REALTOR®, COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE

Joe Joyce loves his community and spends a great deal of time helping to improve it. His efforts were recently recognized when he was named 2016 Volunteer of the Year by the Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce, where he serves as an Ambassador to local businesses.

Since joining Coldwell Banker in 1998, Joe has spent much of his spare time lending a hand through the Rotary Club of Newbury Park. He is a three-time Rotarian of the Year, past President, and Director of Youth Service, which involved 45 local projects to better the surrounding areas. Joe has been honored for his service to youth in our community and previously served as a board member of the Miller Family YMCA, where he was campaign chairman of the Strong Kids program.

He quotes Gandhi as his inspiration to “Be the change you want to see in the world.” Says Joe, “Great things can be done, if you are willing to take on the challenge, find your passion and get involved.”

Joe also likes watching movies, cooking and wine tasting. He enjoys watching football and basketball and has coached youth and high school soccer and softball. He recently started working out at Title Boxing in Newbury Park to improve his health and get in better shape because he has a lot more to do.

CAL JOHNSTON

CHAIRMAN, THE JOHNSTON GROUP

Cal Johnston is a very successful business man and visionary. In 1959, he founded The Johnston Group, which launched his amazing career, however, his greatest accomplishment was founding the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Conejo Valley.

Twelve years ago, Cal saw a need for local programs that would give school-aged children a safe place to go before and after classes. In particular, for the “latch key” kids of single parents and others, he felt some kind of retreat was necessary to provide them with structure, direction, tutoring and ways to expend their energies in positive, productive ways.

Cal, who was orphaned at age 4, learned early on the meaning of responsibility and hard work. His advice: “Be tenacious, find ways to achieve, and don’t quit.” With the Boys & Girls Club, he challenged himself and those around him to build a better tomorrow for the youth of our communities.

Under his leadership, this local organization has opened six Clubs on middle school campuses in the Conejo Valley and two at elementary schools in Calabasas. Some 100 employees provide activities and learning experiences for over 5,000 area kids. Cal also recently joined the Board of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles.

Their goal is to bring together under one umbrella a number of the Clubs that serve some 10,000 children in the inner-city areas.

Cal’s vision is to see 20,000 kids involved by the year 2020. His apropos favorite quote is “Teaching kids to count is fine, but teaching them what counts is best.”

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JAY DODWELL TEEN SERVICES COORDINATOR, ALEX FIORE THOUSAND OAKS TEEN CENTER

Jay Dodwell grew up in the Thousand Oaks area. When he was in high school in the early 1980s, there was little for teenagers to do. Kids would hang out at the mall or bowling alley when not in school, which became a concern for parents, city officials and some kids themselves.

In 1989, the Alex Fiore Thousand Oaks Teen Center opened, offering thousands of teens a place to congregate and enjoy recreational and educational opportunities. Jay enjoys mentoring the teens and giving them a safe place to interact positively with others.

The greatest life lesson for Jay is “be patient in finding your path.”

We never know what opportunities may present themselves, and we must be ready for them, he says.

Jay didn’t have to think twice when asked about the most important accomplishment in his life. “It’s being happily married for the past 21 years and raising our two boys, John Anthony and Jayden.”

According to family tradition, Jay and his sons have first names starting with “J,” as do all of Jay’s four siblings.

An avid golfer who shoots in the low 80s and is rightfully proud of his course scoring, Jay says being a long-time mentor to the teens in our area is the card he appreciates most of all.

DR. ROBERT BLAND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, CONEJO COMPASSION COALITION

When there was a need for a homeless shelter or food bank in the Conejo Valley, Bob Bland was there. When a devastating earthquake and tsunami struck Southeast Asia in 2004, Bob was there. When a hurricane hit Haiti, Bob was there, and when Uganda called for help, Bob was there.

Bob has spent much of his life giving to those less fortunate than him and supporting efforts locally and around the world to improve the human condition. In February, Bob received a Lifetime Service Award signed by President Obama that reminded us that “Every American has a duty to ourselves, our nation and the world.”

The City of Thousand Oaks recently presented Bob with a commendation recognizing his many accomplishments in making every effort “to heal a broken world – one child, one family, one village at a time . . . ” Bob’s most important influences in his life have actually come from those he has helped worldwide. “Their honesty and candid feedback have been an invaluable reality check” that guides his efforts today, he explains.

Bob’s most important lesson also motivates him and defines his legacy. “In this life, our calling is not to be successful, but rather to be faithful to the vision of the world as it can be, not as it is.”

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LOCAL SUPPORT CRUCIAL TO COMMUNITY THEATRE ARTICLE TRACY MARCYNZSYN | PHOTOGRAPHY ED KRIEGER

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or the past 22 years, Cabrillo Music Theatre has served the community by entertaining thousands with their Broadway-style shows produced in our own backyard. As Conejo Valley residents well know, this vibrant community theatre contributes so much more than high-quality stage productions to enhance quality of life in the area. Cabrillo Music Theatre is famous for its many outreach programs that have made a difference in the lives of countless Noah's Ark from "Children of Eden" people, young and old, from all sectors of society.

CMT’s community service extends to the U.S. Military and families, underserved students, in-need seniors, nonprofit organizations like the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Greater Conejo Valley, rescue animals and local aspiring theatre performers.

Thus, when the Board of Directors of Cabrillo Music Theatre announced the suspension of its 2016-2017 season due to funding issues, the community stepped up to help.

“An incredible outpouring of love and support for Cabrillo, through posts, letters and phone calls with people expressing their love for Cabrillo and all the many things they’ve done for the community over the years” flooded the offices of Cabrillo Music Theatre following the announcement, says Board Chair Bart Leininger.

In addition to their kind words, community members demonstrated their wholehearted support for Cabrillo Music Theatre by providing the needed resources that allowed the show to go on.

“We are blessed and fortunate that we’re able to move forward because of the outpouring of love and support from the community,” says Leininger. Thanks to the community, the 2016-17 season will move forward, with three shows, including "Evita," "Sister Act" and "Peter Pan," all in the 1,800-seat Kavli Theatre. As part of the transition, and in order to prevent potential losses, Cabrillo Music Theatre removed the production of Tarzan in the Scherr Forum from the season schedule. The streamlined production schedule allows the Cabrillo board and staff to build on a strategy of engaging new community support for the organization in both fundraising and marketing of the professional, nonprofit community-based theatre group.

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CMT’s 40-some weeks of productions not only develops local talent and theatre artists, but also helps drive the local economy by increasing visitors (and income) to businesses, restaurants and stores in the area.

LOOKING FORWARD

Residents of all ages are sure to be delighted by next month’s premiere production of Disney’s "The Little Mermaid."

Running July 15-24, "The Little Mermaid" was the first animated musical to use Broadway composers for the music and it changed the direction of animated movies forever.

This brand-new fully developed musical that played on Broadway, in the spirit of "Beauty and the Beast" and "The Lion King," Cabrillo Music Theatre's production of "The Little Mermaid" will be the first in the area! Full of great music, including "Part of Your World," "Kiss the Girl," "Poor Unfortunate Souls" and new songs written for the stage, dance, comedy Scenes from "Children of Eden" and romance, “The Little Mermaid” will take you to places no musical has ever gone before.

Cabrillo Music Theatre is grateful for the support of community members and its sponsors, as well as the City of Thousand Oaks for cooperating with its effort to keep community theatre alive and thriving at the Civic Arts Plaza.

“We need the continued support of the public to remain strong and vibrant in the community,” says Leininger, noting that the community’s help will ensure a better and stronger Cabrillo Music Theatre and keep "Broadway in Your Backyard" for years to come!

To order tickets for “The Little Mermaid” and future CMT performances, call the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza Box Office at 805.449.2787.

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y interest in electric bikes was piqued by my son who raved about his experience with the bikes during a visit to

Schliersee, Germany.

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The electric, or e-bike, is equipped with an electric motor that

Hills, owners of Pedego 101 Linda

assists a rider when going up hills. The e-bike may seem like a new

Coburn and John Tajiri provided a brief

technology, but, in fact, it is nearly 120 years old and has enjoyed

lesson. My bike was a 24-inch Pedego

numerous improvements through the years.

Interceptor. Anyone who can ride a

Today’s e-bikes offer energy-saving abilities that are just what the

bike can ride an e-bike. The only new

environmentally friendly world is seeking. Experts say that for every

thing to learn is how to use the handle-

500 miles an electric bike is used instead of a car, a great deal of pol-

bar-mounted throttle, which accelerates

lution is prevented. This translates into 3.42 pounds of hydrocarbons,

the pedaling speed, pedaling force or

25.28 pounds of carbon monoxide and 1.77 pounds of nitrogen oxide.

both. The e-bikes can reach speeds of

The e-bike is suitable for commuters, delivery business owners,

20 miles per hour, but that’s not some-

recreational and mountain bike enthusiasts and senior citizens. I

thing I would recommend when travel-

recently had the opportunity to join a small group of travel writers

ing on the local hills and valleys.

on an electric bike tour of the Santa Monica Mountains, sponsored

From our starting point, Linda led the

by Conejo Valley Tourism and Pedego 101 Electric Bike Shop.

way to Paramount Ranch where we were

Conejo Valley’s excellent location and well-maintained bike lanes,

met by Brian Rooney, our guide and local

beautiful parks, historic movie locations and great dining options

historian and author of Three Magical

provided the perfect setting for my e-bike introduction.

Miles. Brian shared the long history of the Paramount Ranch, beginning in 1927 when Paramount Studios bought 2,700 acres of grasslands with rivers and canyons. There, a set was built to resemble an old western town. The natural lighting was perfect for shooting silent movies, and even today, an occasional movie is filmed at the location. Paramount Ranch is a great place to walk, hike, bike and picnic, and a western-themed wedding was even taking place on the day of our visit.

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The “Three Magical Miles” written about in Brian’s book were completed on the bike tour, but it was only a glimpse of the

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hank you, Charles Dickens, but this isn’t A Tale of Two Cities.

It’s the tale of two very different views on investing.

The first view, taken by most money managers who want you to “stay the course,” tells how much worse you would have fared if you simply missed the best few days in the past 20 years. Remember, 20 years is over 5,000 trading days. And they’re right!

Table 1 shows the full “stay the course” return of the S&P 500 (with dividends) for the past 20 years: $100 K would have grown to over $400 K. But if you had not “stayed the course” and just missed the best 10 days, your account would only be half as much! And it gets worse as the days missed increase. In fact, had you missed 30 or more of the best days, your account would have shown a loss for the 20-year span.

I take a very different view. Don’t tell me how much worse off I’d be by missing some of the best days. Instead, tell me how much better off I’d be if I'd avoided some of the worst days.

The difference is night and day! Table 2 shows that just avoiding the 10 worst days more than doubles the “stay the course” outcome, and it only gets better from there.

Table 2

This eye-opening contrast stems from “The Arithmetic of Losing,” which says a loss hurts a portfolio more than an equalsized gain helps. For example, a 50% gain can be subsequently wiped out with just a 33% loss. Or, conversely, a 33% loss needs a much larger 50% gain to break even.

Bottom line: You need a discipline to help you systematically, unemotionally avoid such losses. “Staying the course” scares the Dickens out of me.

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his review is from the perspective of a consumer who has always owned, leased and driven sedans, my favorite “ride” since I have no need for an SUV or crossover. My sedans have included Mercedes Benz, BMW, Cadillac, Infiniti, Mercury and Buick. I have always preferred a reasonable combination of performance and comfort (I’m 6’ 2” and I need my space).

Until now I would never have considered looking at a Hyundai as my next choice. Fact is that even after reading some very positive reviews of the Hyundai Genesis in the automotive press it required a surprising test drive for me to decide that a very nicely equipped Hyundai Genesis 3.8 model is at the top of our list to replace our present car. It measures up to or exceeds comparative models from competing luxury brands like Lexus, Infiniti or BMW and does so at a much more attractive price whether you are leasing or buying. It also stands head and shoulders above a comparably priced Volvo sedan.

When I went for my test drive I was very impressed by the roomy cabin, easy to use and understand controls and quality of the fit and finish. The sticker price of $43,780 was many thousands of dollars less than comparative brands from Germany, Japan and Cadillac.

This was a luxury car for the price of a “near luxury” model.

Quoting Edmonds.com: “In the past you might have considered purchasing Hyundai's Genesis luxury sedan on the grounds that it offered strong value and lots of standard features versus its more respected German and Japanese competitors. Those points still ring true, but these days, the 2016 Hyundai Genesis stands on its own as much for its clean styling, refined ride and well-appointed cabin.

Would we go so far as to define it as dynamic to drive, but quiet, comfortable and coddling? Without question. You'll be pleasantly surprised by its roomy cabin, and you will breathe a sigh of relief when taking in its simple yet elegant interior layout. This is a car you can get in and drive without first skimming the owner's manual to explain any 'what does that button do?' moments. But luxury and tech features do abound. No other car offers the equipment, interior 44

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quality, power, size and sheer presence for the money like the Hyundai Genesis."

When I headed up the 101 toward Santa Barbara I cranked up the radio, quickly figured out the easy to use navigation system and was up to 90 MPH before I blinked…a speeding ticket waiting to happen. The power and handling were smooth and effortless. This was a “near luxury” priced car behaving like a high performance luxury German sedan on the autobahn. My round trip from Thousand Oaks to Carpinteria and back was great. The EPA's estimated fuel economy for the rear-drive Genesis 3.8 is 22 mpg in combined driving (18 city/29 highway). This is my next car!

Standard features for the Genesis 3.8 include 18-inch alloy wheels, automatic/auto-leveling HID headlights, LED daytime running lights, a rearview camera, heated mirrors, automatic wipers, cruise control, dual-zone automatic climate control, keyless ignition and entry, heated 12-way power front seats with four-way power lumbar, leather upholstery, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a hands-free "smart" trunk, an 8-inch touchscreen interface, a navigation system, real-time traffic, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, Hyundai's Blue Link emergency telematics system, a seven-speaker audio system with a CD player, an auxiliary audio jack, a USB/iPod interface, HD radio and satellite radio.

The Genesis 3.8 can be equipped with three option packages: Signature, Tech and Ultimate. The Signature package (which is what I drove) adds a panoramic sunroof, LED fog lights, auto-dimming exterior mirrors, blind-spot detection and rear cross-traffic alert systems, parking guides for rearview camera, ventilated front seats, driver memory functions, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a power rear sunshade, manual side window shades and a premium Lexicon 14-speaker surround-sound audio system. This keeps your sticker price in the $43,000 range and is about all that I would want. There are also the additional package options, All Wheel Drive and the Ultimate V8 model.

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s a veterinary practice owner and licensed veterinary technician, I have often struggled with how to help those experiencing financial distress with their veterinary care without putting financial strain on my practice. Last year alone, we donated over $40,000 in veterinary care for rescues, shelters, wildlife, 501(c)3 exotic facilities and financially distressed clients. As a growing practice this has become a challenge to sustain—but we don't want to stop!

We have created a nonprofit initiative called the Little Angels Project to help all animals in need. Too many times our veterinary staff has been faced with the difficult discussion of "what can we do?” Your donations to our Angel Fund Project will help us change that to “how can we help?”

Candidates for the fund will be selected based on medical need, potential for a favorable outcome and application approval.

The decision-making team includes our owner, associate doctor, office manager and a board-member representative.

And it doesn't end there! We hope that those needing this temporary help will be able to pay the kindness forward by donating

to the fund when they are able. The Angel Fund is here to help, not to offer free veterinary services.

Some of the animals we have helped include Evan the alpaca, who needed surgery for torn ligaments in his knee; Mortis, a tortoise with a large life-threatening intestinal blockage; Malika the elephant, born with life-threatening allergies and in need of an ultrasound and full medical workup; Kolar the tiger, battling cancer in his later years; and countless wildlife, shelter/rescue dogs and shelter cats.

In 2016, we hope to secure enough donations to expand into a building space next to Veterinary Angels Medical Center. This will allow us to start a spay-and-neuter program, treat farm animals in need and hold rescue wellness clinics. We believe this project will make our community a better place for people and animals alike. Hopefully, the idea will encourage other veterinary facilities to do the same for their communities. Every dollar makes a difference—please help contribute what you can toward our cause!

“Too many times our veterinary staff has been faced with the difficult discussion of “what can we do?” Your donations to our Angel Fund Project will help us change that to “how can we help?”

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What Dads Need to Know about Testosterone ARTICLE SHARON NORLING, MD

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good father makes all the difference in a child's life. He's a pillar of strength, support and discipline. His work is endless and, oftentimes, thankless. But in the end, the efforts pay off in the sound, well-adjusted children he raises.

Few things are as valuable as a father who will do everything he can and provide all the tools he has to ensure his children can become better than him.

Being a dad is one of the most important and rewarding responsibilities a man can have. Do you have the right tools?

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How are you feeling? Are you experiencing fatigue, weight gain, depression, irritability, decreased well-being, lack of motivation or muscle loss? How about low libido or erectile dysfunction?

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Okay, let’s be honest. It is usually issues with low libido and erectile dysfunction that bring male patients into the office to be tested and treated.

Significant health risks exist in men with low levels of testosterone. If the testosterone level is below 300, there is a three and a half times increased risk of cancer mortality, double the risk of a heart attack and increased risk for Type 2 diabetes, as well as inflammatory diseases, osteoporosis and obesity.

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Decades of research have shown the health benefits of normalizing testosterone. A recent study presented at the American College of Cardiology in April showed that after three years, 125 non-testosterone therapy patients suffered major adverse cardiovascular events, compared to 38 medium-dose and 22 high-dose patients.

Low testosterone is generally treated by injections or bioidentical hormonal crème. One of my mentors, Harvard Professor Dr. Morgantaler, has spent 40 years of his life studying testosterone and he recommends testosterone levels range from 600-800.

These are the comments I hear in my office when men are treated for low testosterone.

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• “I feel normal.”

• “My wife enjoys spending time with me again.”

• “I have more patience with my children.”

• “I don’t have to plan for sex like I did with the pills.”

• “I feel younger.”

• “I wake up with excitement for my day.”

• “I’ve taken up my hobby again.”

• “I feel alive.”

So, dads, get your testosterone levels tested and consider appropriate treatment if your levels are lower than they should be. You deserve to be happy, energetic, focused and healthy so you can be the best dad you can be!

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JUNE 2

Northern California to the Conejo Valley, continuous entertainment and a large silent auction benefit Casa Pacifica Centers for Children and Families, the largest nonprofit provider of children’s mental health services in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties.

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VATICAN LUNCH AND TOUR AT REAGAN LIBRARY RONALD REAGAN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY Enjoy an Italian-themed meal including dessert before a docent-led tour of the Reagan Museum, Air Force One Pavilion, and the special exhibit, Vatican Splendors: A Journey Through Faith and Art. ReaganFoundation.com

JUNE 3 VILLAGE VOICES CHORALE “WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD” CONCERT THOUSAND OAKS CIVIC ARTS PLAZA Celebrate spring with an uplifting choral program performed by the 75-voice Village Voices Chorale; also June 4 at 2:30 p.m. Songs include "A Jubilant Song,” ”Make Our Garden Grow“ by Leonard Bernstein, ”Under the Sea,“ ”We Are the World“ and "What a Wonderful World." VillageVoices.org

JUNE 4 ARTWALK 2016 BANK OF AMERICA BUILDING The Conejo Valley Art Museum with the assistance of the Conejo Recreation and Park District presents this two-day, juried fine art and

JUNE 6

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5TH ANNUAL OAKHEART COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL

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CONEJO CREEK SOUTH PARK

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Hosted by the Rotary Club, the festival features two stages, 10 artists, food

JUNE 4

trucks, local vendors, kids area, auction, raffles and a full bar VIP area, plus line dancing all day. Buy tickets and learn more at OakHeartCMF.com.

RIDE ON GRAND OPENING CHATSWORTH Celebrate the grand opening of the Pat McQueeney Education and Therapy Building with special guest Harrison Ford. Dinner, drinks, desserts, silent and live auctions and exciting equine demos. RideOn.org

JUNE 5 SENIOR CONCERNS 24TH ANNUAL 5K/10K LOVE RUN WESTLAKE VILLAGE Some 1,500 runners, walkers, adults and children participate in this annual event to raise money for the Meals on Wheels program in Thousand Oaks. The races start and finish at 3011 Townsgate Road.

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stunning Santa Monica sunset. And the best part? While sipping that

JUNE 13

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JUNE 18 GIRAFFE AWARENESS DAY SANTA BARBARA ZOO In honor of World Giraffe Day, activities focus on the zoo’s herd of Masai giraffes. SBZoo.org

JUNE 18 80’S MUSIC TRIBUTE BERNIECE BENNETT PARK 80z All Stars entertains; food available starting at 6 p.m. WLV.org

JUNE 19 FATHER'S DAY CELEBRATION AT REAGAN LIBRARY RONALD REAGAN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY

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Bogies Jazz Series Encore Performance. Award-winning Lola Haag on vocals, Kevin Fox on keyboard, Brian McCann on sax and Dave Hunt on drums entertain at this upscale venue. Bogies-bar.com

LAKE CASITAS RECREATION CENTER Unlimited tastes of award-winning wines and craft beer, delicious local culinary delights, a silent wine auction featuring fine wines, private tasting parties, VIP winery tours and other wine-related items, arts and crafts vendors, musical entertainment, a lakeside dance floor and free boat rides provide something for everyone. Proceeds benefit Rotary Community Service Projects. OjaiWineFestival.com

JUNE 12 4TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL PREVIEW AND BENEFIT DINNER KINGSMEN PARK – UNDER THE TENT This exclusive event will feature a sneak peek at the rehearsal process with a preview of the upcoming productions of Henry V and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, as well as costume and set designs for

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and political intrigue at the courts of England and France to scenes of delicate romance, ribald comedy and sweeping battle. Festival grounds open at 5:30 p.m. for pre-show picnicking and entertainment; show starts at 8 p.m. KingsmenShakespeare.org

JUNE 25 WILDWOOD TRAIL RUN 10K, 5K AND 1 MILE WILDFLOWER PLAYFIELDS, WILDWOOD REGIONAL PARK Featuring 10K, 5K and 1-mile runs, this is the only official race allowed in Wildwood Regional Park. The 1,765-acre park features a diverse multi-use trail system across ridgelines and into lush valleys. Proceeds benefit the DreamCatcher Playground Project and capital improvement projects for the Conejo Recreation and Park District. CRPD.org

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Dads are just Grown Up Sons MOTHERS, REMEMBER THAT OUR SONS GROW UP TO BE FATHERS ARTICLE KIM PAGANO

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he men we love play such an important role in our lives. I have been so fortunate to have my dad as one of my best friends.

Growing up he was always there for me to talk to, and he always has the best advice and so many stories to tell. I still use his lessons every day. I use them so often that they have come full circle, and I find myself giving his advice back to him.

My dad always gave me strength to carry on and accomplish my dreams and goals. When times get tough, which they certainly have, my dad reminds me to “pick yourself up, dust yourself off and carry on." My dad also taught me that if you don't know or understand something, you can go and get help from an expert in whatever industry you are pursuing. In our family circle, my dad is the one who is full of fun, feeling that life was too serious and that you needed to find laughter in something, if not everything. When it started raining, my dad would take us for ice cream. We had a lot of fun.

We would be in the middle of having dinner, and he would make us laugh so much! He would take his hand and pretend to “catch” our laughs and keep them in a cup. We could only let our laughter out again once he uncovered the cup… and when he did, we roared even louder. It is funny, the things in life that we remember.

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sons? It is important to remember that our sons are most likely going to grow up to be dads. Are you raising them to be good fathers?

I am blessed with two sons with completely different personalities, both amazing in their own ways. One day, when they are fathers, I hope they carry with them the good values given to them by their father and their upbringing. I also have two wonderful sonin-laws, and I am blessed by the way they father my grandchildren and cherish my daughters.

I believe we are all leaders in our families. If you are just starting out or are finished with your parenting, please realize what an important role you have in leading by example. Our children are watching and learning. One day you will be able to see how your life experiences shaped your children. I'm grateful for the experiences my dad has given me and I look forward to the ways in which my husband and sons will continue to share positive experiences like mine with their own children.

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