August 28, 2009 RSS feed / Neighbors

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Park district custodian cleans with a mop and a smile

By Carissa Marsh cmarsh@theacorn.com
“It’s a dirty job, but somebody’s got to do it.” This wellworn phrase perfectly reflects Raimo Koivu’s outlook on his job with the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District. More...

Luau will benefit Moose Lodge

The Simi Valley Moose Lodge will host a luau from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. tomorrow, Aug. 29, and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sun., Aug. 30 at the lodge, 4860 Alamo St., Simi Valley. The cost to eat is $7, and the event is open to all members of the public. More...

Youth employment panel needs new members

Spots open for local business reps

Applications are being accepted for positions on the Youth Employment Service Advisory Board, which promotes the employment of Simi Valley youths, assists youths in developing an understanding of the expectations of employers and acts as an adviso More...

Boys & Girls Club golf tournament coming up

The Boys & Girls Club of Simi Valley will host the 20th annual Golf Tournament on Fri., Sept. 11 at Lost Canyons Golf Club, 3301 Lost Canyons Drive, Simi Valley. The tournament will kick off with a putting contest at 10:30 a.m. More...

Families explore Simi’s Western heritage

SIGHTS AND SOUNDS OF THE PAST—Above, Jessie Fontes, 7, of Fillmore swings her lasso around before tossing it over the horns of a practice cow dummy during History Day at Strathearn Histor More...

Square dance club is turning 50

The Boots and Slippers Square Dance Club of Simi Valley will start the annual beginners square dance classes from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Mon., Sept. 14 at the Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi. Open enrollment will take place Sept. More...

Free seminar will focus on financial safety for seniors

The Simi Valley Senior Center will host a seminar on “Financial safety in the golden years” from 9 a.m. to noon Tues., Sept. 15 at the senior center, 3900 Avenida Simi. More...