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Details that matter. Uncompromising luxury. Approximately 10,000 square foot, custom built home located on over 2 acres at the end of an electronically gated private drive leading to a grand motor court in the exclusive Wildwood Ranch neighborhood. Unmatched amenities include 6 bedrooms, eight and one half baths and many living areas. The extra-large kitchen boasts granite counter-tops, huge eat-in kitchen with fireplace and wine bar with 2 Viking wine coolers. Stainless steel state-of-the-art appliances. In addition there is a dedicated theatre/media room Dramatic grand formal entry with stunning wrought iron staircase accenting slab granite staircase steps leading to huge formal dining room with gleaming wood flooring. The enormous master bedroom features a dramatic balcony with staircase leading to back yard area, surround sound speaker system, two enormous walk-in closets and fireplace. Each secondary bedroom is adjacent to its own private bath and a full walk-in closet. One of the unique amenities included is a two story world class executive library/office with exquisite Brazilian cherry flooring, vaulted ceilings, floor to ceiling bookshelves on the upper level, fireplace and incredible hand carved arched door. For the car enthusiasts there is a 6 car garage that is fully insulated. Rich in architectural detail, craftsmanship and exquisite appointments, this Tuscan inspired masterpiece was designed for intimate gatherings as well as large-scale entertaining. The elegant, astounding scale of this superb home resounds with the fine materials and presentation. Exterior amenities include a huge resort styled gas heated swimming pool with waterfall and slide, firepit, outdoor cabana with full bath and shower, entertainment area and outdoor kitchen with DCS stainless steel barbecue, side burner and refrigerator. There is an additional barbecue area off the kitchen area with another stainless steel DCS barbecue. For the equestrian enthusiast there is a barn and arena. Exceptional Offered at $3,799,000. The property information herein is derived from various sources that may include, but not be limited to, county records and the Multiple Listing Service, and it may include approximations. Although the information is believed to be accurate, it is not warranted and you should not rely upon it without personal verification.Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2022 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.

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This hillside home is perfect for the buyer who wants privacy and views. Beautifully set on more than 12 acres behind private gates with spectacular 360-degree panoramic views. The large double door entry brings you into formal living room with wood floors, fireplace, and vaulted ceilings. Offers a formal dining room area, multiple fireplaces throughout home, and light and bright layout. Main house is 4 bedroom, 4.5 baths, with 3,888 square feet. Plus there is an additional finished guest quarters in the attic with kitchenette and bath. Three bedrooms upstairs and one bedroom downstairs each with ensuite baths. Features a huge master bedroom with fireplace and attached office/hobby/sitting room. Exterior features upstairs viewing decks, downstairs covered wrap around patio, grassy open area, and huge outdoor viewing deck overlooking entire valley and hills. Oversized 5+ car garage for your hobbyist or car enthusiast. With so much land and a little updating on the home, this property could have incredible potential for a vineyard, world class equestrian estate, or more.Listed at $1,800,000.

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This month we focus on the home. What is really interesting is that during the pandemic your home, our home and seemingly everyone else’s home has almost become an extreme focus. The remodeling industry for interior and exterior improvements has boomed. Perhaps it was a search by homeowners for something to feel good about, so why not feel good about the home and garden in which you are seemingly trapped? Certainly, better than cabin fever. Has it all gone smoothly? Of course not. Anyone who has undergone a major renovation of their home knows that even during normal times it is physically and emotionally disruptive. No matter how well you plan, things can always go wrong. Delays occur. What you thought you wanted isn’t what you received. Stuff happens. However, during the pandemic things have been considerably more difficult. After almost a year, the remodeling of our bathrooms has still not been completed. We are still waiting for parts for the shower enclosures and a shower water temperature control was installed wrong and still needs to be fixed. Maybe I need to take more baths like Tuco in the film, “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.” At least the new free standing bathtub works. Our cat, Cameo, is on the brink of a nervous breakdown from all of the noise and intrusive strangers. She may need therapy before this is all over. Fortunately, our contractors and our designer have “hung in there.” Windows and doors are finally here (today, as I write this). They were backordered for six months. The showers should be finished by mid-March. We replaced all of our old outdoor garden lighting with high quality lights made in California. FYI, we use businesses that we trust. If you come across them in this magazine it is because we recommend them. We hold them to a high standard, or we do not accept their advertising. So go ahead and feather your nest. Your home has really become your castle.

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New West Symphony 2021-22 Masterpiece Series Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3 takes place Saturday, April 2, at 7:30 p.m., at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center and Sunday, April 3, at 3 p.m., at Rancho Campana Performing Arts Center. Conducted by Music Director Michael Christie, the program features acclaimed piano virtuoso and Malibu resident Andrew von Oeyen and tenor Ashley Faatoalia performing bold works composed by musical titans that captured a spirit of national pride and musical awakening. NewWestSymphony.org

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Housing Trust Fund Ventura County will host their 2022 Compassion Campaign on May 12, from 5 to 9 p.m., in-person at Maravilla Gardens in Camarillo. Sponsored in part by City National Bank, this unique evening invites guests into an immersive experience highlighting that all lives are connected through one common need—safe and secure housing. For tickets and sponsorship opportunities, visit HousingTrustFundVC.org.

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When it comes to buying and selling real estate, Rosemary Allison opens the door to your dream home. One of the nation’s Top 250 Producing Agents, Rosemary strives to create lifetime relationships with her clients by putting their needs first. Her extensive experience and expertise in Ventura County’s housing market have established Rosemary as the go-to realtor for generations of families looking to buy or sell a home. Specializing in residential real estate throughout Ventura County, including Westlake Village, Agoura, Oak Park, Thousand Oaks, Moorpark, Simi Valley, Wood Ranch, Camarillo and Oxnard, as well as Ventura Beach areas, North Ranch, Lake Sherwood and Santa Rosa Valley, Rosemary masterfully unites sellers of the finest homes with quality buyers from across the globe. She brings each of her exclusive listings to a global audience with discretion, taste and visionary marketing. If you are thinking about selling your home, Rosemary can give you advice on improvements that will highlight your home’s strengths, downplay its weakness and appeal to the greatest possible pool of prospective buyers.

Beautify any outdoor area with Angelus Paving Stones, an industry favorite since 1946 for concrete paving stones and decorative retaining wall blocks for municipal, commercial and residential projects. The family owned business’ dedication to quality and service has fueled the company’s growth for the past 70+ years, catapulting it to become the largest dry cast concrete manufacturing capacity facility in California. Servicing, selling and distributing to contractors and dealer networks throughout Southern California, Angelus stocks a wide range of products, including the popular Paseo and Pavilion large format pavers for patio and pool decks, as well as plank-style Aqualina and Timberline pavers. Many customers find the wood plank look and the low maintenance and longevity of concrete pavers to be a winning combination. The low-maintenance, long-lasting high quality of concrete pavers make them an even more attractive hardscape enhancement. Homeowners are often surprised to learn that a properly installed concrete paver driveway can last 30 years or more and offers an additional advantage of seamless repair in case underground utilities need to be accessed. Repairing or replacing an underground sewer line or water main in many cases involves simply removing and resetting the pavers over newly compacted base and bedding sand, saving homeowners considerable time and money.

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Cal CustomScapes creates one-of-a-kind architecturally inspired outdoor accents to match every client’s distinctive home and style. From hardscapes and planters to intricate fire pits, beautiful water features, grill enclosures and LED accent lighting, Cal CustomScapes takes pride in crafting quality, unique projects that perfectly enhance and complement any environment. Each project draws inspiration from various artistic and architectural styles, including Spanish Colonial Revival, Art Deco, the Arts and Crafts movement and Modernism. Contact Cal CustomScapes today to start designing your unique vision for hardscapes, waterscapes, fire pits and more.

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Fall in love with your home all over again, appreciate what nature has to offer, enjoy entertaining outside and let Cat in a Hammock create that environment in your outdoor living space. From pools, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, pavers and masonry work, landscaping and lighting, Cat in a Hammock can skillfully design and build a backyard that enhances your family’s lifestyle. Cat in a Hammock is a construction design and build company located in Thousand Oaks committed to creating spaces that are beautiful, functional and long-lasting. Call the professional designers at Cat in a Hammock today to schedule your free onsite design consultation and let them craft the space that you will love. Then receive a competitively priced estimate and get ready to transform your outdoor living space into something you have always dreamed of.

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For more than 30 years Cellar Masters has been creating custom-built wine cellars and features in homes and businesses throughout the Greater Southern California Area, specializing in the design, construction and installation of climate-controlled wine cellars and wine storage solutions. Owner Scott Berry takes pride in designing unique wine cellars for those who share a passion for wine, to safely store and showcase their wine—be it 100 bottles or 10,000 bottle collections. Understanding the proper handling, storage and organization of wine ensures the perfect design and construction of every cellar. Cellar Masters’ popular offerings include traditional wine cellars made from the finest quality woods and cut to precision as well as sleek and elegant contemporary wine cellars designed with frameless glass, acrylic and stainless steel. Cellar Masters also creates wine features based on the latest modern trends for storing and displaying wine within your living space.

For quality drapes, blinds, valences and roman shades for the home, The Drapery Guy is your go-to locale. From Hunter Douglas duettes, silhouettes, pirouettes or vignettes for redecorating to blind repair, The Drapery Guy offers the knowledge and expertise customers appreciate. Their extraordinary selection of custom blinds, drapes and shades, as well as bedding and faux iron at reasonable prices make them an area favorite. The friendly, professional expert staff is happy to answer questions and help customers select the best products for their needs—they even offer home design services for a full-service experience.

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From your imagination to installation, The Folding Door Store can make your dream home a reality. With over 30 years of construction experience, Owner Brad Kinder and his team of design consultants believe quality is paramount. Door selection may seem relatively straightforward, but the details of construction and function can be the difference between a subpar and stellar user experience. This insight inspired Kinder, a builder and general contractor, to start a company and set to work. “I travelled all over the country, met with owners, toured manufacturing facilities and brought only the best folding and sliding doors back to the showroom.” The result was more than eight brands offering a range of prices and styles from which to choose. The Folding Door Store is the best choice to help you seamlessly bring the beauty of the outdoors into your home.

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Housing Trust Fund Ventura County’s “Everyone Deserves A Home” program aims to provide access to affordable living options for everyone in the community. Since 2008, the nonprofit has worked toward the goal of helping fund the generation of affordable housing in Ventura County. Through its innovative Impact Investing program, Housing Trust Fund Ventura County raises lending capital for its Everyone Deserves a Home Revolving Loan Fund in an effort to offset the high cost of developing housing in the area. Impact Investing provides a financial return to the investor along with constructive outcomes used to solve today’s challenges.

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Specializing in creating highly unique and sophisticated outdoor environments, Mosher Design Co. takes pride in ensuring every project reflects their client’s individual sense of style and enhances the living environment. Mosher Design Co. has completed hundreds of elaborate projects across the nation, creating customized outdoor living spaces where family and friends can gather and build memories for years to come. Working with clients to transform their visions into reality, Mosher Design Co.’s master artisans design beautiful and award-winning outdoor landscapes.

“Inspire, design, build,” invites The Sofa Guy, a familyowned design firm and furniture store where clients can create custom sofas, sectionals, chairs, ottomans, beds and more. With the mission to provide a long-lasting, extraordinary experience in a warm, friendly and knowledgeable environment, The Sofa Guy collaborates with clients to create custom furniture and provide design consultations, including fabric selection, spacing and style design. Find couture fabrics for custom pillows, bedding and draperies; reupholster furniture and cushions; and shop a wide selection of rugs, lighting and accessories at The Sofa Guy.

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A far cry from the traditional “mom-and-pop” fireplace hearth stores, Thousand Oaks Fireside features modern displays of efficient gas fireplaces, dynamic and useful retrofit options for existing fireplaces and dazzling electric fireplaces by featured brands, including Heat and Glo, Heatilator, Twin Eagles/ Delta Heat Grills, Luxor Outdoor Kitchen Products, Kamado Joe Ceramic Grills, The Outdoor Plus Fire Pits, Infratech Heaters, SunPak and more. The locale also sells stone and wood mantels, custom-built outdoor kitchen islands complete with the latest grilling equipment, pizza ovens, outdoor heating solutions, fire pits and an extensive selection of mailbox options. Visit their showroom for inspiring backyard options.

Named The Luxury Products Group Showroom of the Year for 2021, WDC Kitchen & Bath Center stocks quality appliances at the best prices. With five luxurious showrooms, the familyowned WDC Kitchen & Bath Center carries all types of major appliances—kitchen and bath, outdoor barbecues, plumbing fixtures and fittings and even mattresses—in a wide range of brands and prices, from entry level to luxury. Customers will find WDC’s experienced, knowledgeable staff trained by manufacturer professionals helpful in answering questions and guiding them through the buying process. WDC’s Look & Learn consultations provide an overview of different brands, covering the latest innovations and various price ranges and models. Consultants assist customers to examine their lifestyle for the years to come to ensure their selections are wellsuited for the long term. WDC also hosts informational cooking demonstrations, so customers can see the appliances in action and discuss the various benefits and features with manufacturers. Add their price match guarantee to their wide selection and superior customer service, and WDC Kitchen & Bath Center earns high marks as a premier appliance locale. Additional showrooms in Moorpark, Oxnard, Santa Barbara & Torrance

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Who hasn’t imagined where life would have taken them if they had followed a different path? NBC’s “Ordinary Joe,” developed by Oak Park resident Garrett Lerner and his writing partner Russel Friend, explores this premise when Joe Kimbreau (James Wolk) is presented with three choices on the day of his college graduation. His decision might seem minor, but there are consequences. Taking place 10 years later, each episode weaves together Joe’s alternative worlds based on the choice he had made, leading him to different relationships and careers—as a nurse, police officer and rock star. Lerner and his wife, Kim, have lived in Oak Park for over 20 years, and it is where they raised their children, Lily, 19, and Zeke, 21. Zeke, who has type 2 spinal muscular atrophy, inspired one of the main characters. In all three iterations of his life, Joe’s 9-year-old son has SMA and is portrayed by John Gluck, 13, who has Collagen VI muscular dystrophy. The series creator, Matt Reeves, encouraged Lerner and Friend to make the show personal to them. They directed their writers to do the same—to “bleed on the page” and to share their most vulnerable experiences. “Writing the truth is what makes the stories compelling and real,” Lerner says, noting that from the beginning, he and Friend knew that Joe would have a son in at least one possible life. “It felt like a great way to personalize the story by making Joe a special-needs parent who is closely bonded to his son—just like Zeke and I are in real life,” he says. Lerner has included characters with SMA before in shows he produced, once on the series “House” and once on “Boston Public.” “This was the first time I insisted on authentic casting,” he says. A nationwide search was conducted through organizations like CureSMA (a nonprofit the Lerners are involved with), the Muscular Dystrophy Association, and Laughing at My Nightmare. “We received scores of submissions and John Gluck quickly rose to the top,” Lerner says. Gluck wasn’t a professional actor, but Lerner describes him as a natural. “He’s smart, funny, warm and his ability to think on his feet and ad lib when necessary is still shocking, given his young age. And his singing voice is so moving!” (The duets with Gluck and Wolk, who also does his own vocals, are among the show’s highlights.) Zeke says he appreciates having the son played by someone who has muscular dystrophy. “I think it will give more opportunity for others who have diseases like SMA to get a platform on TV and film,” he says. Because of the multiple timelines, Joe’s son has different names depending on who raised him: Chris, Lucas and—Zeke. “I definitely had to get permission from my son before naming one of the three Zeke,” Lerner says with a smile. “Ordinary Joe” has been praised for changing the way people with disabilities are depicted on screen and was recently awarded the Seal of Authentic Representation from the Ruderman Family Foundation. For example, the show features real equipment used by disabled people. Gluck, for instance, uses his own mechanized chair. One storyline, taken directly from Lerner’s life, had Joe planning a romantic weekend getaway with his wife. But she’s concerned about leaving their son. Joe’s mother volunteers to take over his care. CONTINUED > AP R I L 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM/C ON E J OVA L L E Y

“We realistically portrayed what that means—how to use a lift to transfer a disabled person from their chair to the bed or the bathtub,” he explains. “It’s all very matter-of-fact; just the reality of living life as or with a disabled person.” The series doesn’t shy away from portraying the routine of caring for someone with SMA and does it without making it a big deal. In one scene, the focus is on Joe and Chris’ conversation about the boy’s day at school. While they’re talking, Joe takes off his son’s shoes and leg braces. “Just doing everyday tasks like helping his son get ready for bed,” Lerner says, noting that while he was aware he was qualified to write about parenting a disabled person, he knew he would need someone with firsthand knowledge to help the writers present Joe’s son in a positive and accurate way. Lerner and Friend hired disability advocates and YouTubers, Shane Burcaw, who has SMA, and his wife, Hannah, as consultants. Lerner says he read Burcaw’s wonderful book, Laughing at My Nightmare, in 2015 and was so moved and impressed with the writing, he reached out to him. They’ve been friends ever since. “Shane provides stories from his own life, reads the scripts and makes suggestions so our writers don’t fall back on common tropes that are at best cliché and at worst offensive,” he says. One of the obstacles the “Ordinary Joe” team faced from the outset was how to help audiences differentiate between Joe’s three lives. Changes in costumes, hairstyles and facial hair provide visual cues. Additionally, the talented actors, led by Wolk, subtly shift how they portray their characters, depending on which universe is featured. Lerner says James Wolk had already shown his versatility as an actor. “We loved how he radiates warmth and kindness but could turn on a dime and deliver a sinister performance in HBO’s ‘The

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Watchmen’,” he says. “We knew early on he was our Joe, even before we realized he was also a talented singer!” The show also clues-in viewers by color-coding each timeline with a light filter: green for Nurse Joe, blue for Cop Joe and orange for Rocker Joe. Filming during the pandemic presented its own challenges. Only one day after they began shooting the pilot in March 2020, the production was shut down. Eight months later when they resumed, not only did they have to build a new production team, they also had to follow strict COVID protocols, such as quarantining after travel, taking PCR tests three times a week, wearing masks and shields (making communication difficult) and isolating the actors. “We had to get used to the new reality of Zoom meeting rooms, virtual editing and sound mixing, and no gatherings for premiere or wrap parties,” Lerner recalls. Despite the difficulties, Lerner says “Ordinary Joe” has been a labor of love for all involved and has been his most personal writing yet. He hopes audiences continue to watch because they love the characters, but also because “they see their own lives reflected and reflect on how delicate our life paths are—how timing, other people's actions and the decisions we all make add up to write our own life stories.” Has Lerner ever wondered about his own “road not taken?” “The point of the show is to illustrate every possible path in life is filled with highs and lows. There’s no right or wrong path,” he says. “I don’t believe in regrets. It’s a waste of mental energy. As Joe says at the end of the first episode, ‘It’s only natural to wonder what if but I’ve learned it’s more important to ask what’s next?’” Season 1 of “Ordinary Joe” is available on On Demand (NBC) and to stream on Hulu and Peacock. For information on SMA: CureSMA.org.

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As the owners of The Sofa Guy, Paul and Holly Trent have made it their mission to provide a long-lasting, extraordinary experience for clients in a warm, friendly and knowledgeable environment. “A sofa is the heart of a room, and we put our heart into everything we do—bridging the gap between an interior design firm and a furniture store,” says Paul Trent. Like a furniture store, “we have many pieces of quality furnishings for our clients to choose from,” he explains. As a design studio, “we creatively use our pieces to help our clients create a complete package of comfort and style for their home. We start with a sofa and end with a home.” Collaboration is also part of the process. “We love to guide our clients through a creative journey— discovering their ideal comfort level, style and fabric—which ultimately leads to determining the perfect size for the space,” he says. “The process can be as simple or complex as our clients want, but always fun, at least from our perspective.” For instance, some clients point to a sofa and say, “I want that.” “Others request house calls, detailed drawings, a large variety of fabric selections, cushion fillings…the fun stuff.” Currently, the most popular piece for clients is the cozy, comfy family room sectional that “promotes family unity, and allows for hours of binge watching their favorite shows.” The most popular service is “the old-fashioned house call.” “This service guarantees that any piece we make will actually fit the space,” Paul explains. “It also helps coordinate colors, gives us an understanding of our clients’ personal style and often leads to helping our clients complete the design of their space with rugs, coffee or end tables, lamps, artwork…which we offer through our TSG Interior Design program.” Flashback to 1996, when the Trent couple opened their first furniture store with a business partner in Venice Beach called

Philip Paul Designs. From the original store in Venice Beach, they changed their name to Welcome Home Interiors. “When we described what we do, people would say, ‘Oh the Sofa Guy!’” Holly Trent recalls. “Paul got that so often we finally gave in. We figured it’s simple, memorable and a little goofy; but then again, so is Paul. We embraced the moniker and today we are The Sofa Guy, Inc.” The Trent couple moved their business to Thousand Oaks in 2003. “I actually started out of my garage,” Paul remembers. “I would go to clients’ homes with fabrics and pictures, have my guys build the pieces and then personally deliver them in my pick-up truck.” Now located at 2520 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., “our showroom is intimate by design,” Paul emphasizes. “At 3,400 square feet, we are able to show plenty of variety without experiencing the big box store blues.” Additionally, “we have a team of designers and back of the house professionals that do not work on commission. That too is by design—I never want anyone to feel as if they are being ‘sold.’ We are about the project, the client’s needs, the most pleasant purchasing experience and amazing outcomes.” Looking back, “this business has been blessed beyond my dreams,” he adds. “I work with an amazing staff; our clients range from billionaires to bus drivers, and our projects range from reupholstering an outdoor seat cushion to designing and furnishing a 20,000-square-foot beach house.” Above all, “my prayer is that the generosity of spirit we receive is recycled back into our business, community and personal relationships.” The Sofa Guy is located at 2520 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd in Thousand Oaks. For more information, call 805.345.2631, email info@thesofaguy.com or visit TheSofaGuy.com.

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Going to the dentist can be anxiety-provoking for some people, and that’s why the team at Newbury Park Dental Arts focuses on making sure their patients feel at ease from the moment they walk in the door. And, by the time they leave, they know they’ve received the best care possible. “We make our patients feel comfortable and relaxed, as if they’re catching up with old friends,” says dentist, Dr. Cristina Markiewicz. “We then take a comprehensive look at how we can improve not just their oral health, but their overall health and confidence. Having a confident smile is a very powerful thing that can affect how you show up in your professional and personal relationships every single day.” One of Dr. Cristina’s talents is building confidence within her patients by helping them obtain the smile of their dreams. Her focus is to give them both a beautiful and functional smile, so she carefully listens to her patients to find out what problems, sensitivities and concerns they may have and then formulates individualized plans to get their entire mouth, from teeth to gums, healthy. One way she does this is by making sure teeth are aligned properly, and Newbury Park Dental Arts is actually a preferred provider for Invisalign®. “Getting started can be as simple as getting scanned and seeing a simulation of what your teeth can look like when aligned,” she says. “We help patients every day with aligning their teeth in a position to help with crowding, spacing, misshapen teeth and mal-opposed bites.” Her practice also offers dental implants, bonding, crowns, veneers, root canals, sedation dentistry and more, including Zoom In Office Whitening which lightens and brightens smiles. From general dentistry to cosmetic dentistry, all patients’ needs are covered. In addition, Dr. Cristina has extensive training in neuromuscular dentistry and often helps patients suffering from TMJ (temporomandibular joint) issues as well as sleep apnea. She and her team are always at the forefront of any new dental advances, and in addition to a wide range of treatment solutions, patients are also ensured that they’re getting access to the latest and best dental technology. Newbury Park Dental Arts is equipped with state-of-the-art technology including but not limited to CBCT 3D X-ray, iTero Element Scanning, MLS therapeutic laser, BioPak Electromyography and Jaw Tracking, Digital Bite Programming and intraoral imaging. Dr. Cristina takes time to review photos, X-rays and scans with each of her patients so they can see exactly why treatment is recommended and builds a plan to keep her patients healthy in the most minimally invasive way possible. She is an expert when it comes to cosmetic dentistry and improving the look, shape and feel of her

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For many of us, our home has become a multifunctional dwelling. With COVID restrictions and changes in the work-from-home lifestyle, a home now serves as an office, daycare, park with recreation, entertainment domain and staycation resort, if possible. As a designer, I’m frequently asked, “How do we make our backyard more usable and at the same time beautiful, like a resort?” Here, we outline the top five elements that turn your outdoor living space from average to resort you don’t want to leave.

1. OUTDOOR KITCHEN There’s a saying, “The kitchen is the heart of the home.” The same is true for an outdoor kitchen. An outdoor barbecue island with countertop space, perhaps an extended bar with seating, can be a place to gather and hang out. What makes an outdoor kitchen inviting is the layout in relationship to the rest of the outdoor dining area, the shade over the people sitting at the bar and the griller, and the ancillary that goes inside the structure. When we design an outdoor kitchen, we consider different kitchen layouts and sizes. Some homeowners like to entertain and gather around the island while cooking, and others prefer to have a catering experience sans bar and with long countertops to lay out the food and then gather around the dining table for conversations.

2. FIRE FEATURE Once the bellies are full with all the deliciousness cooked at the grill, the conversations can transition to a more relaxed setting by the fire. There’s something special about sitting by the fire, catching up on life and having meaningful, connecting conversations.

in the burning afternoon sun. There are varieties of pergola styles and materials, including modern or traditional looks, aluminum or wood, attached to the house or freestanding further in the backyard. All have their own charm and function that enhance the outdoor living experience.

4. WATER FEATURE There’s something comforting about the sound of running water. Since ancient times, it’s been a luxury to have a fountain or water feature in a home. Even though it’s more attainable today than hundreds of years ago, it is still a special element to have in a backyard entrance or inside a home. If your home is located near a noisy street, the running fountain brings the focus away from the street noise and delights the ear with the sound of soothing water. There is maintenance to consider when having a water feature or fountain, so we don’t recommend installing it next to a deciduous tree or shrubs. We want it to be a delight to have, not a nightmare to maintain. We also recommend getting a fountain or building a water feature with an autofill so that you never start the fountain without enough water in it, which will destroy the motor. Autofill is another item that will make your fountain easier to use and maintain.

5. OUTDOOR LIGHTING Once you have a beautifully laid out garden, outdoor living space or front entrance, adding low-voltage LED lights is like the cherry on top. Well, it’s more than that. Not only will your outdoor living space look more dramatic and beautiful, but you’ll be able to enjoy it after dark. It will also feel much safer because you’ll be able to see what goes on in every corner of your property.

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“Common Ground: Artists Reimagining Community”

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LUNAFEST Women's Short Film Festival

WILLIAM ROLLAN D GALLERY OF F I NE A RT A ND O NL I NE | 1 0 :0 0 A M Inspired by mutual aid societies that assist community members in need and employing this as a curatorial strategy, adjunct art faculty member Jennifer Vanderpool invited 10 artists to exhibit who, in turn, each invited an artist who then asked another. Works include experimental film, music, comics, paintings, photography, graphic novels and more and question the concept of community. RollandGallery.CalLutheran.edu https://bit.ly/3kVWOpp.

REG EN CY AG OURA HILLS STA DI UM, 29 0 4 5 AG O UR A R D, AG O UR A H I L L S | 6 :30 P M A fundraiser for Breast Cancer Prevention Partners, this festival of short films by women, about women, aims to empower and inspire communities. Taking place in-person or online, the event concludes with a bonus film, “Wonder Woman: The Untold True Story of American Superheroines” by L.A. filmmaker Kristy Flanagan-Guevara, who will be an honored guest and speaker. $30 Lunafest.eventive.org/schedule/61fc881e4a6daf072bec4c94 A P RIL 8T H

Flashlight Egg Hunt

CON EJ O CR EEK PARK S OUTH, T H O USA ND OA KS | 7 :0 0 P M Bring your flashlights and baskets for the Conejo Recreation and Park District's annual event featuring ongoing egg hunts, an egg hunt hike, bouncers, crafts, a glow zone and more. $3 admission for kids 2 and up; $2 for the egg hunt hike. No registration required. Pay at the gate. CRPD.org A P RIL 9 T H

Ventura Spring Wine Walk & Vendor Fair

DOW N TOWN VEN TURA | 11:00 A M Sample sparkling wines, wine and craft beer in downtown Ventura businesses and shop the Vendor Fair featuring hundreds of local vendors and crafters lining the streets of downtown with goods available for sale! SpringWineWalk.com

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BAN K OF AMER ICA PER FOR MI NG A RTS C E NT E R F R E D K AV L I T H E AT R E | 8 :0 0 P M One of National Geographic’s most celebrated female photographers shares images and stories from the globetrotting career that has taken her from Bedouin campfires to Argentinian horse whisperers. Annie Griffiths has a habit of uncovering the humorous, the heartwarming and the universal even in the strangest of places. ticketmaster.com/event/0B005AF0E3CD432E

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THE ARLINGTON THEATRE (METROPOLITAN THEATRES), 1317 STATE ST, SANTA BARBARA, | 10:00 AM For the first time since 2019, Community Environmental Council (CEC) is hosting Santa Barbara Earth Day in person. The one-day event features a Green Car Show, almost 30 interactive climate action booths, inspirational speakers, art contests and more. SBEarthDay.org

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Home Sweet Home Fall in love with your home and yard all over again. Just like with everything in life, sometimes we need to take a fresh look at our homes. After many of us have been isolated or just staying in our private spaces, we are either so tired of our spaces or so thankful for them. I've had the luxury of having my beautiful home here and purchasing another home in Arizona. I purposely decorated them differently, as to have a new feeling. Isn't that what we are all wanting? Here are some easy tips for getting that regenerated look and feeling.

1. DECLUTTER. Start by decluttering your home, room by room. If you feel anxious about it, take a picture or gift someone something by donating or sharing your golden nuggets that you’ve collected. Ask yourself: Do I use this? Do I like it? Do I need it?

2. ELIMINATE. Look at your home and remove anything that doesn’t bring you that happy feeling—faded pillows, furniture, bedding, lighting, paint color and so on. A fresh coat of paint does wonders; just remember, once you do one wall, it’s contagious and you’ll have to continue. It’s so worth it!!

3. UPGRADE. How can I make my house look more expensive? You’ve heard of the saying, “Dress for Success”—the same goes for our home and you can mix expensive with not so pricey and still give it that pop. For inspiration, collect pictures of things you love and match the look. A little bit of bling goes a long way, if you're into that.

4. GARDEN. How do I make my garden look fancy? Less is more in most cases. Keep it neat and clean so it's easy to maintain and easy on the eyes. Add a few potted plants for flowers or fruits and veggies that you can enjoy and that are so good for you. Knowing they are fresh out of your garden is a treat in itself; it’s like “Eating off your land.” A nice table or chairs with a fire pit can really dress up a yard, and if you don't have the room for that, a simple bench or swing will add a great touch. Make your space your castle, so it feels not only functional, but inviting. This will make all the difference in the world. Tune in to the Kim Pagano Show, the brighter side of life, on 1590 KVTA or stream Kim on KVTA.com and download Kim’s podcast. To share your story, email kim@kpshow.org.

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