Beauty and the Beast: G

Star Wars: PG

Have you ever wished to see your favorite movie back on the big screen, or better yet, in 3D?  If so, you are in luck.  And, personally, I could not be more excited.  Inspired by the incredible profits that recently poured in from the re-release of The Lion King, a new trend has sparked for bringing classics back to life and renovating them in 3D. For many, this is an excellent opportunity to head to the theater for a second go-around of their most beloved movies; while for others, it is a chance to experience these movies for the very first time on the silver screen.  With the return of childhood favorites, older and younger generations alike can enjoy viewing them in their local theaters. Upcoming classics that are arriving soon include Beauty and the Beast, Star Wars and Titanic, all of which I personally cannot wait to go see! Just as classics are timeless, so too, is the ability to enjoy them.

One Day is a lovely adaptation of David Nicholls’ 2009 bestselling novel that depicts a relationship between two people through events that happen annually, beginning the day they met, July 15, 1988.  Anne Hathaway and Jim Sturgess are a great pair that display wonderful on screen chemistry.  Anne Hathaway plays the young intellectual poet-to-be, Emma, who starts out with a secret crush on Jim Sturgess’ character, Dexter, the party boy who lives life in the fast lane.  Throughout the film, we see their friendship develop from an awkward beginning into a passionate affair.  Although love stories are not usually my thing, One Day was an incredible exception that left me completely bawling. Some critics say that it did not live up to expectations, however, if you ask me, it was very well done…I know have an entirely new opinion of romantic movies!

One might call Sabor “the romance of Mexican cuisine.”  Sabor combines the rich Mexican tradition with the flare of modern Mexico.  To take advantage of the best local and seasonal findings, the restaurant’s specials are constantly changing.  The exceptional menu, which features a plethora of delicious Mexican Dishes, will always give you a chance to try something new.  Although the restaurant is located in Thousand Oaks, it is worth the drive.Inspired by Colonial villages throughout Mexico, the interior designers wanted to reinvent the way people experience Mexican dining.  The owners even went as far as to order furniture directly from Guadalajara to put the finishing touch on the atmosphere. Sabor has never gotten any bad reviews; people can only talk about mouthwatering dishes that I have yet to taste for myself.

Sol y Luna, Mexican for “The Sun and Moon,” is a popular local restaurant which was established in 2004 by Alejandro and Norma Morales.  Located at 19601Ventura Boulevard in Tarzana, Sol y Luna is the go-to Mexican Restaurant for its fun atmosphere and delectable food.  The friendly staff, high quality ingredients and an overall wonderful dining experience are top priorities at the restaurant.  At Sol y Luna you can pretty much get any Mexican dish possible, just a whole lot better.  Known by many as one of the best Mexican restaurants in the area, options range from tamales to tacos and everything in between. Take the short drive down Ventura Boulevard and learn for yourself why Sol y Luna is loved by anyone who knows a good taco.

What makes Casa Escobar so special is the family heritage that is embedded into every bite of the rich Mexican food.  Juan and Rosa Escobar opened the restaurant in 1946, with the goal of bringing their love of Mexican Food to the valley.  The original owners passed down their love for authentic Mexican fare to their children, who in turn passed it down to their daughter and current co-owner, Jessica Escobar. Still using her great grandparent’s original recipes, Casa Escobar‘s most popular dishes are their Chicken Mole Enchiladas, Arroz con Mariscos, and signature tacos.  Upon visiting Casa Escobar for the first time, I opted to try their signature shrimp tacos, and had never tasted such a delicious Mexican meal.  The true Latin culture was visible through the vibrantly decorated interior and the fun Mexican ambiance which only added to the delicious authenticity of their cuisine.  Bottom line, you would be “loco” not to try it!

Arctic Monkeys!

Bon Iver!

AVICII AND CALVIN HARRIS! Girl Talk! Swedish House Mafia!

Justice! Kascade! Nero (so much pumpin’ techno)!

Snoop Dogg (never been more excited to see someone cuss intoa microphone)!

Florence and the Machine (again)!

The Black Keys (again)!

RADIOHEAD!

The list couldbe significantly longer, but I don’t want to you get too eager too soon. Forthose of you who haven’t experienced the indescribable fun of attendingCoachella, do your personal health a favor and unwind with a weekend filledwith dancing in the sun to your iTunes favorites (unless the tickets haven’tsold out completely already)

• The community’s efforts to conserve the environment by implementing a ban on the use of plastic bags, the maintenance of recycling center, and the reduction of permit fees (which encourages the usage of solar power.)
•  The city’s ability to improve community programs, such as the Teen Activities Council, Teen Activities Court, the “Savvy” Senior Program and the Coyote Management Program through continuous support.
•  Fiscal expenditures include monetary assistance to public schools, reduced sales and property taxes and increased employee salaries.

•  The mayor also detailed Calabasas trivial information, and he provided statistics for overall population, income and economic growth.

- Population Statistics: population: 25,709, area: 13.7 square miles, average elevation: 796 feet, median age: 41.6 years old, population <18 years old:  25%, population 65+ years old: 13%, average household size:  2.8, Registered voters: 13,982

-Economic: Sales Tax (Calabasas receives 1 cent for each dollar spent by consumers): 30%, utility tax (assessed at 5% of gas, electric & phone bills: 17%, property tax (Calabasas receives 4.17% of each dollar assessed): 14%, interest income:  2%

• He also recapped community events such as Relay for Life, Calabasas Pumpkin Patch, the Fine Arts Festival and many others.
• The mayor chose the entire founding council members as citizens of the year. Mary Sue Maurer, Fred Gaines, Lucy Martin and David Shapiro were given the award due to their outstanding achievements.

“ I think it was a wonderful speech. I am very proud to be a part of the Calabasas community and to be able to work closely with the city,” said first vice chair of the Chamber of Commerce Elena Yasno. “For the upcoming year, I feel like there is always room for improvement…We need to work harder to get better and invite more people to work within the city.”