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wedding day too. From the proposal to the honeymoon, begin
your life with the love of your life with eco-nuptials that just
keep on giving long after the ceremony.
Donate your bridesmaids dresses to charity. Dont let those
dresses end up collecting dust in the back of the closet when
they could be put to good use. Find organizations that repur-
pose dresses for underprivileged teens who need prom attire,
women in homeless shelters, or low-income brides who could
use them for their own wedding party.
Opt for a donation-based wedding gift registry. In lieu of gifts,
have your guests make an eco-donation to your favorite envi-
ronmental charity, or register with retailers that will donate a
percentage of your gift purchases to an environmental cause.
Repurpose your table centerpieces. Replace cut fower arrange-
ments with decorative, potted annuals for centerpieces. Tese
can then be given as favors to your guests to plant in their
backyard as a yearly remembrance of your summer wedding day,
rather than some novelty item that is lost or tossed.
Throw wildfower seeds and petals. Traditional rice and bird-
seed mix are not eco-friendly and can cause havoc to the eco-
system, especially if you have an outdoor ceremony in a nature
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corner
kids kids
Is music good for the soul?
By David De Palo
Te Mozart efect, the concept that early childhood exposure
to classical music has an accelerating efect on mental develop-
ment, has been generally accepted by parents as benefcial. But
listening to music--even with focused attention--is a passive
experience. Te music happens to the listener, not because of
them. Luckily, music--like life--ofers several diferent ways to
experience it. As children develop their motor skills, they can
increase the benefts from musical exposure by fexing their
creative muscles; hands-on free-form jamming (a staple of the
musical interaction programs available for kids and adults at
Fun-do-mental Music in Tousand Oaks) ofers individuals
the opportunity to be part of the music. Abstract expression
through musical involvement empowers kids (and adults) in
their own life experience; if they can create avant- garde compo-
sitions with no previous training, what cant they do?
At Fun-do-mental Music, we teach people how to be co-com-
posers, not musicians. Labeling oneself a musician automatically
creates the illusion of separation. If I am a musician, then those
who are not are somehow diferent from me, somehow less. Tis
is not the philosophy we espouse at Fun-do-mental Music. Our
jams are all spontaneous collaborative compositions. Every par-
ticipant becomes composer, musician, and audience all in one,
all at the same time. Tere is no separation, only oneness.
Changing Perception
Every new trend in music that generates a new label (e.g.,
romanticism, modernism, jazz, rock, rap, etc.) splinters the col-
lective concept of music, creating distinctions and judgments
where none need exist. But the splintering is not caused by the
trend, only the label. Te label creates the illusion of separate-
ness. In truth, there is only music, and its everywhere, every-
place, and constant. Te only thing that changes is our percep-
tion of it.
To some people the chirrup of frogs at night and the song of
birds in the morning are only noisy distractions, but to others
they are the music of nature. Te sound they create, however,
is the same in both instances, it is only the perception of the
listener that fnds or excludes the music in the sound. To illus-
trate this, bird calls, sound efects, even odd vocalizations are
all included in Fun-do-mental Music jams. Everything can be
determined to be music if we choose to hear it that way.
Enthusiasm
Expertise in any particular instrument requires dedication and
practice. Teres no getting around that fact. But the attitude
of the student can be adjusted. Everyone works harder when
they love what theyre doing. At Fun-do-mental Music, we
expose people to the joy of making music; then, if a child (or
adult) wishes to delve further into the subject (or a particular
instrument) its their decision, so theyre bound to work at it
with more enthusiasm. Enthusiasm for life is our ultimate goal.
Music is a powerful and creative means to that end.
(Composer/Orchestrator David De Palo is co-owner, along with his wife, concert
pianist Seung-Un Ha, of Fun-do-mental Music in Tousand Oaks. Both have masters
degrees in music, De Palo from Peabody, Ha from Juilliard. Teir unique interactive
music parties, workshops and custom Team Bonding programs were born of their pas-
sion to share the magical infuence of music to all, including the non-musical. Tey
live in Newbury Park with their daughters Chlo and Ava, and their stoic tortoise
Shelly. www.Fun-do-mentalMusic.com)
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West Oak Capital, LLC, (WOC) is an investment advisory frm
providing personalized separate account management for equity,
balanced and fxed income portfolios on behalf of afuent fami-
lies, pension and proft sharing plans, charitable foundations and
endowments.
Now in their eighth year of service, the company frst opened
for business on October 1, 2003. Byron Snider, founder of
WOC, remembers the unstable economic conditions during
which he launched the company. It has been a treacherous
decade for fnancial services frms, beginning with the disastrous
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West Oak Capital, LLC, for Personal Service
Compiled by J. Saremi, DPM
Photographed By Marvin Steindler
Name: West Oak Capital, LLC
Address: 2801 Townsgate Road, Suite 112
Westlake Village, CA 91361
Phone: 805-230-8282
Email: Byron@westoakcap.com
Website: westoakcap.com
Type of business: Investment advisory frm
200002 timeframe that involved the Tech Wreck and 9/11
terrorist attacks, says Snider. Tese conditions were highly
disruptive to our industry, prompting mergers, reorganizations
and the outright collapse of many companies. Tat created an
opportunity for independent frms, such as ours, to provide a
greater level of stability and continuity of service for clients.
Snider left a large investment company that had been acquired
and undertaken a series of reorganizations, to start his own
business because he knew that he could do a better job for cus-
tomers. He and his wife, Lisa, sold their home to fund the new
Steve Faulk, a client, with Byron Snider and Jerry Clebanof of WOC (Plus their rescue dogs Spanky and Cookie)
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venture, and they relocated the business to Westlake Village
in 2004 as the frm established a solid client base. Today, they
manage approximately $240 million on behalf of 78 client rela-
tionships.
Practice by Design
Tey designed their practice to allow people greater control
and transparency over their investment programs. Accounts are
individually managed, which allows them to tailor each persons
portfolio to suit their preferences, cash needs and estate plan.
Also, they build the core portion of most client portfolios using
individual stocks and bonds, so clients know more precisely the
risks and opportunities that are part of their account. Tat is an
important part of WOCs ability to provide comfort for their
clients, particularly during turbulent market conditions.

A Special Touch
Snider is proud of his companys ability to stand out from larger
corporations by paying close attention to details. We make
house calls, says Snider.Our clients time is valuable, so it is
often the case that we will meet at their home or ofce. Of
course, we are available by telephone and email to discuss any
questions or action items for their accounts.
Typically, clients authorize WOC access to their accountant and
attorney to coordinate their activities and provide any informa-
tion needed to handle their tax and legal work.WOC prepares
quarterly updates on the capital markets, and clients receive
trade confrmations and regular account statements directly
from their independent account custodian.
Other features also set them apart from their competition in the
fnancial services industry. According to Snider:
1. We operate under a fduciary standard of care, which means
that we look out for the best interests of our clients and place
their interests ahead of our own. Our advice is objective and
free from the conficts of interest that are often present in com-
panies that are in business to sell their own products.
continued...
Now it's time to get down to business
Marcia Watkins with Lisa Snider
Lisa and Byron Snider
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table interests.We are fortunate to be able to work with notable
institutions such as Te Brotman Foundation of California,
Jeferies Family Scholarship, Te Carl E. Wynn Foundation
and Te Elizabeth M. Falk Foundation. Tese organizations
provide millions of dollars each year in support of programs for
education, medical research, the handicapped, children, abused
women, hospitals and compassionate animal care. Our manage-
ment of their investment portfolios helps make the important
work of these charitable organizations possible.
Charity Starts at Home
In the course of working with their clients, Snider and his col-
leagues, Marcia Watkins, Jerry Clebanof and Lisa Snider, often
hear personal observations, stories and experiences that have
been meaningful in the lives of those they serve. In some cases,
those experiences have led them to endorse specifc charities.
WOC graciously supports the local community and charities,
including many causes that are important to their clients.Tey
have contributed to the Newbury Park Pet Rescue, Richstone
Family Center, Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA, Sarcoma
Alliance and NephCure Foundation.
Tey also devote their time.Byron Snider serves as a volunteer
instructor at the American Academy of Self Defense in New-
bury Park, where he holds the rank of second degree black belt.
In addition to providing martial arts training, the school has
been active with community fundraisers that support local fre-
men and wildfre victims, American Red Cross and Te Neph-
Cure Foundation. Clebanof is an Adjunct Assistant Professor
at Pierce College in Woodland Hills, and he serves as a Trustee
of the Community Foundation for Oak Park. Lisa Snider
serves on the Social Committee at North Ranch Country Club,
and Wakins works with the Doberman Pinscher & Little Paws
Rescue, a charity that fnds new homes for displaced pets.
The Assurance of Trust
Whether you believe in supporting similar causes or are looking for
a boutique investment frm to manage your portfolio, WOC pro-
vides 5-star service in the comfort of your own neighborhood.
2. We use a qualifed, independent custodian for safekeeping of
all assets. Receiving statements from an independent custodian
provides an additional layer of safety, helping clients know about
transactions posted to their account, as well as providing a regu-
lar appraisal of individual security holdings and market values of
assets held in their portfolios.
3. Clients work directly with an experienced portfolio manager,
not a sales person. It can be a challenging task to balance the
current needs for income and safety of principal against longer-
term goals to grow the portfolio value over time. We develop
an investment program to meet each persons unique objectives,
while giving consideration to the risks we are likely to encounter
along the way.
4. We keep costs reasonable. Tis means delivering our services
at a fair price, while working to reduce the outside fees, transac-
tion costs and tax consequences that could otherwise erode an
accounts performance.
5. We help clients stay on track. Emotions can have a profound
impact on the success of an investment program. Long-term
investing only works if we succeed at helping people maintain
discipline through the inevitable periods of weakness in the
capital markets.
A Working Philosophy
If you want good service, go to a frm where you are considered
personally important.Snider feels there are a lot of smart, edu-
cated people who work on Wall Street, but they dont always do
the best job looking out for their clients best interests. Building
up a practice from scratch has truly reinforced his appreciation
for every one of the companys clients.

We help people and organizations pursue their fnancial objec-
tives in an uncertain and often risky economic environment,
says Snider. Our work is about more than just numbers. It is
about the story behind the numbers. We are protecting peoples
lifestyle, looking out for family members and supporting chari-
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Kathy and Art Jarvis
at Home in the Valley
Compiled by J. Saremi, DPM
Photographed by Marvin Steindler
Art lived in Arizona and New Mexico before settling in Wood-
land Hills where he met Kathy through mutual friends at their
apartment complex. Kathy was a local girl from Ventura County
who enjoyed sailing and socializing. A close friendship blos-
somed into a sweet romance, culminating in a surprise marriage
proposal at a charitable event in Los Angeles. Art was the Mas-
ter of Ceremonies on stage at the Biltmore Hotel when he got
down on one knee and proposed to me, says Kathy. We were
married at the Ventana Inn in Big Sur, California.
After owning their frst home together in Calabasas, Art and
Kathy began exploring Westlake Village a little over 12 years
ago. Tey were tired of the busy San Fernando Valley and ready
to move. In search of a less urban setting for home, the "coun-
try" feel of the Conejo Valley, with its charmingly bucolic tree-
sprinkled hills, appealed to them. Now living in the Club View
Townhomes on the golf course at North Ranch Country Club,
the Jarvises even moved both of their business ofces out here
too. We loved not having to commute to L.A. or the Valley
anymore, says Kathy.
Together, they feel like North Ranch ofers the best lifestyle.
Everything is so close, so convenient, but it still feels like were
in the countryside when we get home, exclaims Kathy, who
enjoys sitting hawks, deer and rabbits in the neighborhood
when shes not working.
Work, for Kathy, involves private consultation and design ser-
vices, specializing in color consultations and freshening up
interior spaces by using what clients already have to accessorize.
In addition, she also consults with furniture retailers on display
and merchandising, and provides staging for real estate clients.
She is an active member of the Conejo Association of Interior
Designers (CAPID), a group of 40 professional designers and
design trades people who focus on education, mentoring and
camaraderie to enhance their business knowledge and shared
resources. In her free time, Kathy is very busy with the Home-
owners Association, of which she is currently President of the
Board of Directors, and a member of the landscaping and archi-
tectural committees.
Art is an active member of the fnance committee for the
Homeowners Association, but looks forward to his time at the
gym. A regular at Te Spectrum Club, he works out daily and
likes anything aerobic, participating in everything from Spin-
ning to hip hop classes. He tries to infuence Kathy to work
Born in Chicago, and raised in Southern California, Art Jarvis is a retired stock broker enjoying
23 years of marriage to Kathy Jarvis, an interior designer, who owns her own business here in
Westlake Village.
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out more, but typically only succeeds in getting her to join him
in golf and being outdoors.
He doesnt have to twist her arm to join him at their favorite
restaurant haunts though. Our two most favorite breakfast
spots are Nico's in North Ranch, and Harold's on Tousand
Oaks Boulevard. We are still loyal fans of Lupe's Mexican Res-
taurant too. For great lake-side views and good food, Zin's Bis-
tro is the spot, says Kathy.
Most of the Jarvis other pursuits revolve around music and
baseball. Art is an avid Angels fan and they attend spring train-
ing in Phoenix, Arizona every year to watch them play as well
as several Angels home games in Anaheim each season. Locally
they have season tickets to the Cabrillo Teatre Group series,
and the Broadway series at the Civic Arts Plaza. We like
musicals and musical theatre and attend whenever we can. We
also go to the summer concerts in the parks all over town, from
the Agoura Rec and Parks series, to the Tousand Oaks sum-
mer series, to the jazz series at the Gardens of the World, says
Kathy. We take advantage of the local entertainment and even
go to a few local high school football games or Cal Lutheran
baseball games.
As for vacations, though Kathy and Art have had many enjoy-
able holidays in both the U.S. and Europe (with Italy and
France being their favorites), a lot of their travel involves visit-
ing kids and grandkids who live in Las Vegas, Nevada, Phoenix,
Arizona, and Longmont, Colorado. Kathy inherited three col-
lege-age step children when she and Art married, and her close
ties with them ensure that their six grandkids see them often.
Our oldest granddaughter, Alex, is in her third year of college
and is an aspiring opera singer! says Kathy with pride.
If you happen to see Art Jarvis at the gym or Kathy while shes
running between the Homeowners Association and a client, be
sure to say hello and tell them about the latest musical events in
town. Teyd be mighty obliged.
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Health
Wellness
& New Anticancer Rules
By Dr. Lindsay Erickson
Michael Pollan's recent little gem
of a book Food Rules inspired us to
compile our own "rules" about what
every person should know about
how they can help avoid cancer - or
slow it down if they have it.
FOOD RULES
1. Go retro: Your main course should be
80 percent vegetables, 20 percent animal
protein, like it was in the old days. Opt
for the opposite of the quarter pounder
topped with a token leaf of iceberg let-
tuce and an anemic tomato slice. Meat
should be used sparingly for taste, as
when it used to be scarce, and should not
be the focus of the meal.
2. Mix and match your vegetables: Vary
the vegetables you eat from one meal to
the next, or mix them together. Broc-
coli is an efective anticancer food, and is
even more efective when combined with
tomato sauce, onions or garlic. Get in the
habit of adding onions, garlic or leeks to
all your dishes as you cook.
3. Go organic: Choose organic foods
whenever possible, but remember it's
always better to eat broccoli that's been
exposed to pesticide than to not eat broc-
coli at all (the same applies to any other
anticancer vegetable).
4. Spice it up: Add turmeric (with black
pepper) when cooking (delicious in salad
dressings!). Tis yellow spice is the most
powerful natural anti-infammatory
agent. Remember to add Mediterranean
herbs to your food: thyme, oregano, basil,
rosemary, marjoram, mint, etc. Tey don't
just add favor, they can also help reduce
the growth of cancer cells.
5. Skip the potato: Potatoes raise blood
sugar, which can feed infammation and
cancer growth. Tey also contain high
levels of pesticide residue (to the point
that most potato farmers I know don't eat
their own grown potatoes).
6. Go fsh: Eat fsh two or three times a
week - sardines, mackerel, and anchovies
have less mercury and PCBs than bigger
fsh like tuna. Avoid swordfsh and shark,
which the FDA says pregnant women
should not eat because they contain a
high concentration of contaminants.
7. Remember not all eggs are created
equal: Choose only omega-3 eggs, or
don't eat the yolks. Hens are now fed on
mostly corn and soybeans, and their eggs
contain 20 times more pro-infammatory
omega-6 fatty acids than cell-growth
regulating omega-3s.
8. Change your oil: Use only olive and
canola oil in cooking and salad dress-
ings. Go through your kitchen cabinets
and throw out your soybean, corn and
sunfower oils. (And no, you can't give
them to your neighbors or your relatives.
Tey're much too rich in omega-6 fatty
acids!)
9. Say "Brown is beautiful": Eat your
grains whole and mixed (wheat with oats,
barley, spelt, fax, etc.) and favor organic
whole grains when possible since pesti-
cides tend to accumulate on whole grains.
Avoid refned, white four (used in bagels,
mufns, sandwich bread, buns, etc.)
whenever possible, and eat white pasta
only al dente.
10. Keep sweets down to fruits: Cut
down on sugar by avoiding sweetened
sodas and fruit juices, and skipping des-
sert or replacing it with fruit (especially
stone fruits and berries) after most meals.
Read the labels carefully, and steer clear
of products that list any type of sugar
(including brown sugar, corn syrup, etc.)
in the frst three ingredients. If you have
an incorrigible sweet tooth, try a few
squares of dark chocolate containing
more than 70% cocoa.
11. Go green: Instead of cofee or black
tea, drink three cups of green tea per day.
Use decafeinated green tea if it gets you
too wired. Regular consumption of green
tea has been linked to a signifcant reduc-
tion in the risk for developing cancer.
12. Make room for exceptions. What
matters is what you do on a daily basis,
not the occasional treat.
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NON FOOD RULES
1. Get physical: Make time to exercise,
be it walking, dancing or running. Aim
for 30 minutes of physical activity at least
5 days a week. Tis can be as easy as just
walking part of the way to the ofce, or
the grocery store. A dog is often a better
walking partner than an exercise buddy.
Choose an activity you enjoy; if you're
having fun, you're more likely to stick
with it.
2. Let the sun shine in: Try to get at least
20 minutes of daily sun exposure (torso,
arms and legs) without sunscreen, prefer-
ably at noon in the summer (but take care
to avoid sunburns!). Tis will boost your
body's natural production of Vitamin D.
As an alternative: discuss the option of
taking a Vitamin D3 supplement with
your doctor.
3. Banish bad chemicals: Avoid exposure
to common household contaminants.
You should air out your dry-cleaning for
two hours before storing or wearing it;
use organic cleaning products (or wear
gloves); don't heat liquids or food in hard
plastics; avoid cosmetics with parabens
and phthalates; don't use chemical pes-
ticides in your house or garden; replace
your scratched Tefon pans; flter your tap
water (or used bottled water) if you live in
a contaminated area; don't keep your cell
phone close to you when it is turned on.
4. Reach out (and touch someone!):
Reach out to at least two friends for sup-
port (logistical and emotional) during
times of stress, even if it's through the
internet. But if they're within arms reach,
go ahead and hug them, often!
5. Remember to breathe: Learn a basic
breathing relaxation technique to let out
some steam whenever you start to feel
stressed.
6. Get involved: Find out how you can
best give something back to your local
community, and then give it.
7. Cultivate happiness like a garden:
Make sure you do one thing you love for
yourself on most days (it doesn't have to
take long!).
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42nd Annual Westlake Womens Club Fashions on Parade
Photographed by Marvin Steindler
Te Westlake Womens Club, in coordination with Te Oaks
Shopping Center, presented its 42nd Annual Fashions on
Parade at the Hyatt Westlake Plaza Hotel. Te celebration of
lunch with friends for fun and fashion brought in over 350 fash-
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luncheon served in the hotels Grand Ballroom and ended with
Te Oaks upbeat fashion show as a superb fnale.
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DesignE l E ME Nt S
Is your couch red?
Te sofa is the star of most living spaces.
But it can be particularly hard to pick
since it often speaks to our individual style
-- and personality.
But even after you fnd a style sofa you
like, you have to choose a color. What
does your sofa color say about you? We
consulted the color gurus to fnd out what
each shade represents, and what the color
choice says about you and your home.
Yellow is said to be the happiest color,
since it represents optimism and energy.
Give your room a burst of sunshine by
decorating with a yellow sofa, a surefre
way to keep you shining.
It also encourages conversation -- Yellow encourages communi-
cation and stimulates mental thought.
And if your living room is dark, yellow will instantly brighten it
up. One caveat: You might fnd it difcult to unwind on a glow-
ing sofa.
Orange is a controversial color in the living room. People tend
to love it or hate it. If you love it, you probably appreciate decor
that is warm, energetic and fun. If you don't, it may be just a bit
too commanding. An orange sofa will conquer the room, so you
have to be sure to keep everything else neutral.
Red makes a statement in the living room, but it doesn't feel as
overwhelming as orange. Te color encourages action and conf-
dence and sets a bold, bright tone. Red is also directly related to
energy. If you want a fre-y, vibrant room, then red is for you.
Purple is uplifting and calming, and it invokes spirituality and
creativity. While choosing a purple couch is a risk, it can also
add just the right touch if chosen in the right hue.
Tere are many shades of purple -- from lavenders to plums --
that you can tailor the color to ft your living room decor. It can
be styled as warm and cozy or cool and soothing. So while it is
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Pink is a fun, playful color, and a pink sofa will bring an ele-
ment of whimsy into your home. If used sparingly, in an accent
chair or settee, pink can be especially pretty. It can soften up
heavy browns, or provide a boho-chic contrast with royal blue
or lime greens.
Be careful not to use too much pink, however. Te lighthearted,
happy color can come across as too playful and girly (or even
grandma-ish) if you overdose. And make sure your husband
is on board with your pink sofa choice; some men would feel
emasculated watching a football game on a pink couch!
Blue is hugely popular in home decor. If you're drawn to blue
sofas, it's because the color is known to calm. It also feels more
classic, less of a design risk, so traditionalists probably love it
most. Men and women are both drawn to blue, so the choice
may also create harmony in your home.
Be careful not to use too much blue. It can feel
cold. Incorporate several shades -- maybe
some patterned throw pillows -- to cre-
ate a comfortable living space.
Green, due to its overarching presence in nature, appeals to
those with an appreciation of the natural world, making it an
ideal color to bring into your home. Not only is it soothing, but
it also promotes harmony.
Try decorating a living room with a green sofa with natural ele-
ments, bring in bamboo and wood tones. Just be aware of the
overall style you're aiming for -- green can easily turn your room
into an earthy hang-out or a 70s Brady Bunch-style family
room.
White evokes feelings of cleanliness and purity. If you're drawn
to a white sofa, you may be ready for a fresh start, since a white
couch is all about new beginnings.
While some may avoid white due to staining, it's easier to clean
than you think -- You can bleach out stains without worrying
about discoloration! Use white as a decor neutral and throw in
any accent colors you wish. Ten you won't have to worry about
clashing.
Black, the power and command of black is undeniable. If you
like black, you are probably drawn to elegance and tradition.
In the living room, a black sofa can anchor a room, giving it a
strong, classic impression.
Too much black in your space and you'll feel
like you fell into a hole.
Be sure to infuse the
room with bright
colors and patterns
to balance the
black.
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FinancialFitness
Future Value
By Mark Wendell
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FinancialFitness
Te fnancial markets move to a large degree on the daily parade
of experts who make magical prognostications from data ema-
nating out of the colorful and precarious world of Wall Street.
Te originators of the collected arsenal of economic statistics
producing these forecasts, are individuals and frms who claim
to have some soothsayer authority, some honorable and some
opportunistic.
One such credible and honorable authority is Te Confer-
ence Board: a global, independent business membership and
research association working in the public interest, to provide
the worlds leading organizations with the practical knowledge
they need to improve their performance and better serve soci-
ety (www.conference-board.org). Since volumes of research
data are required to evaluate conditions of the past and present
to generate future economic predictions, it is expeditious to
compile data into a concise algorithm to produce a composite
Leading Economic Indicator (LEI). Te LEI is a composite of
several diferent indicators and designed to predict future aggre-
gate economic activity. Historically, the LEI reach peaks and
troughs earlier than the underlying turns in the economy, and is
therefore, a valuable tool for forecasting and planning.
While this methodology has predictive validity, it is often criti-
cized for having predicted nine of the last six" recessions. Te
Conference Board counters by citing the lead times with which
the LEI have correctly predicted economic downturns. Since by
defnition, economics as a social science, allows for unpredict-
able human behavior in the allocation of resources, then perhaps
human ability to make scientifc and conclusive economic
predictions of human behavior, is a contradiction. No one, even
armed with an arsenal of economic statistics, has an impeccable
track record when it comes to predicting recessions, and there-
fore, even a ten-component index cannot be perfect when the
underlying variable is unpredictable human behavior.
Te LEI includes the ten monthly economic variables selected
from various sectors of the economy for their economic signif-
cance. Because these 10 series cover so many diferent sectors,
they perform better as a group than any isolated series.
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1. Interest rate spread between 10-year Treasury notes and
the federal funds rate.
2. Infation-adjusted, M2 measure of the money supply.
3. Average manufacturing workweek.
4. Manufacturers' new orders for consumer goods and
materials.
5. S&P 500 measure of stock prices.
6. Vendor performance component of the NAPM index.
7. Average level of weekly initial claims for unemployment
insurance.
8. Building permits.
9. University of Michigan index of consumer expectations.
10. Manufacturers' new orders for non-defense capital goods.
Te Conference Board reports the LEI for 2011 in the U.S.
increased 0.4 percent in March to 114.1 (2004 = 100), following
a 1.0 percent increase in February, and a 0.2 percent increase in
January. Te primary forecasting point of the LEI is not each
monthly reading, rather, the trend. In this case, the trend fore-
casts a continued economic expansion, which may indicate a
positive outlook for the stock market.
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security news
By Scott Nelson
In the last few issues, this column has focused on the dangers
that your Smartphone may leave you vulnerable to in cyber-
space. Unfortunately, the hidden threats posed by these devices
are not limited to their technology. Use of, or even simply reach-
ing for, a cell phone may distract a driver and is often a major
contributing factor in accidents.
According to a study conducted by the University of Utah,
use of a cell phone while drivingwhether handheld or
hands-freeis equivalent to driving with a blood alcohol
concentration of 0.08 percent (the legal limit in most U.S.
states).
Sources at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)
estimate that individuals who use handheld devices on the
road are four times as likely to get into crashes serious enough
to injure themselves.
While it is often difcult to refrain from using your Smart-
phone to place and receive calls or send texts from your car
when you are trying to juggle busy work and personal schedules,
it is important to shift your attention from your device and
focus it where it belongson the road in front of you.
Tink it cant afect you or your loved ones? Visit the Distrac-
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4539 Tam Oshanter Dr. Ben Johnson Fairway $679,950 $670,000 04/15/11 55 4 3 3,000
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4590 Pine Valley Pl. Master Series $1,100,000 $950,000 02/25/11 267 4 3 3,346
1172 Deep Wood Dr. Custom $1,099,000 $1,017,000 01/21/11 46 4 3.5 3,074
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1800 Falling Star Ave. Whitehawk $1,395,000 $1,395,000 03/31/11 41 5 3 3,795
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676 Country Valley Rd. Country Club Estates $3,499,000 $2,975,000 04/21/11 91 6 8 7,250
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Friday, June 17
Led Zeppelin PresentsSymphony to Heaven
Where: Janet and Ray Scherr Forum Theatre
When: 8pm
An intimate evening of Zeppelin classics unplugged in a new light
with a live string quartet.
For more information:
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Friday, June 24
Aspen Annual Summer Party
Where: The Canyon, 28912 Roadside Dr., Agoura Hills, CA 91301
When: 8pm
This popular Southern California event has grown in attendance
every year as a good time is always had by all. The event features
great talent, music and comedy, prizes, and, as always, some of the
proceeds will beneft St. Jude Childrens Hospital.
For more information:
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Sunday, June 26
Agoura Hills Dance & Performing Arts Center presents
Alice in Wonderland
Where: Janet and Ray Scherr Forum Theatre
When: 2pm & 7pm
The Agoura Hills Youth Ballet Theatre will present the 9th Annual
performance of their original ballet"Alice in Wonderland"set to
the music of the legendary American composer Leroy Anderson.
Artistic Director and Owner, Betsy Melber, has assembled an out-
standing array of teachers, choreographers and talented dancers
for this dance spectacular. This light, whimsical classical ballet is
perfect for all ages. Alice in Wonderland ballet is also the fulfll-
ment of Ms. Melber's dream to develop an original full-length bal-
let for her school.
For more information:
www.civicartsplaza.com
Tuesday, June 28
Math Midway
Where: 43 West Thousand Oaks Boulevard
When: 11am-5pm
Interactive carnival of learning that seeks to mathematically
empower both kids and adults. Math Midway is made of brightly
colored tents and enticing exhibits. Each featuring a math based
game or skill. Visitors will come away with a new appreciation for
the fun and intrigue of mathematics.
For more information:
www.discoverycntr.org
Saturday, July 2-4
July 4th Fireworks Spectacular
Where: Hollywood Bowl, 2301 North Highland Ave., Hollywood,
CA 90068
When: 7:30pm
In our annual great American extravaganza, we invite everyones
favorite American pop duo to the party! Daryl Hall & John Oates,
members of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, join the orchestra for a
night of classic hits, plus spectacular freworks and good old-fash-
ioned American music to celebrate our countrys 235th birthday!
For more information:
www.hollywoodbowl.com
Friday, July 8
West Side Story
Where: Hollywood Bowl, 2301 North Highland Ave., Hollywood,
CA 90068
When: 8pm
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic flm winner of ten Acad-
emy Awards, including Best Picture as we present a world-premiere
event. The LA Phil plays Leonard Bernsteins electrifying orchestral
score and memorable songs with lyrics by Stephen Sondheim live,
while the newly re-mastered flm is shown in glorious high defnition
on the Bowls big screen with the original vocals and dialog intact. This
classic romantic tragedy, one of the greatest movie musicals, is based
on a masterful book by Arthur Laurents and features breathtaking
choreography by Jerome Robbins.
For more information: 323-850-2000
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Oaks Christian School
Oaks Christian Summer Programs ofer a series of classes for
middle and high school students entering grades 6-12 as well as
a variety of outstanding fne arts programs and sports day camps
geared towards kids between the ages of 5 and 18. Whether you
enroll in an academic course, enrichment course, or sign up for
an athletic camp, your experience will be both fun and challeng-
ing. We have some of the fnest facilities in the Conejo Valley and
we are pleased to open them to you during our summer session.
Whether you want to stretch your mind, strengthen your body, or
develop your talents, we hope you will join us this summer.
For more information, please visit our website at
www.oakschristian.org
Cardinal & Gold Sports Camps List
JUNE
Basketball
Football
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
JULY
Baseball
Basketball
Football
Lacrosse
Soccer/Soccer Specialty Camp
Softball
Speed & Agility
Volleyball Beginner/Advanced
Art Adventure Camp
JUNE
College Portfolio Workshop
Guitar Concepts
Jazz Lab: Class 1 - Intermediate Big Band
Class 2 - Intermediate Combo
Class 3 - Advanced Big Band
Class 4 - Advanced Combo
Musical Theater
Wonderful World of Watercolor Workshop
JULY
Art Adventure Camp
Branding and its Best Summer Series
Introduction to Digital Recording
Jazz Lab: Class 1 - Intermediate Big Band
Class 2 - Intermediate Combo
Class 3 - Advanced Big Band
Class 4 - Advanced Combo
Rock n Roll High / Rock n Roll High Kids Camp
High School Academic Course List
JUNE
Algebra 1B Session I
Algebra II
Anatomy and Physiology Session I
Chemistry Session I
Creative Writing
English 9/10 (remediation only) Session I
Geometry Session I
Health & Human Development Session I
Rocketry
Spanish I
US Government
JULY
Algebra 1B Session II
Anatomy and Physiology Session II
Chemistry Session II
English 9/10 (remediation only) Session II
Geometry Session II
Health & Human Development Session II
Spanish II
Summer Online Courses
JUNE 20 AUGUST 19
Economics
Game Design 1
Health
SAT Preparation
ACT Preparation
Send any calendar submissions 2 months in advance to
gayle.barnes@n2pub.com.
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Lawn&Garden
It's planting time-- especially if you want to add small fruits
to your landscape. Tere are so many choices, and most of them
do quite well in the home garden. Not only do you get luscious
berries, but they also often double as attractive landscape plants.
Best of all, they are easy to grow and care for.
So think about adding currants and gooseberries, raspberries
and blackberries, grapes and strawberries to your landscape. You
will need to select appropriate sites in full sun for most of the
fruits (at least six to seven hours a day). However, currants and
gooseberries will tolerate some shade.
Once you've decided to add fruits to your garden, begin search-
ing for the best varieties for your climate and soil. Your county
Extension Service is a good place to start. Don't be tempted to
simply purchase whatever you see at the end of the aisle in the
garden store, especially if the plant doesn't have a cultivar name.
In other words, don't buy plants labeled just "grapes." You need
to put the odds in your favor and choose disease-resistant culti-
vars, or named varieties, that are certifed disease-free.
It is important that you have well drained soil. If your soil is not
very fertile, you can always amend it with organic matter but if
the drainage is poor, you may have problems with rotting roots. If
you do have heavy, compacted soil, be sure to add plenty of organ-
ic matter before planting, and consider raising the bed to allow
for better drainage. A site with a slight slope will help with drain-
age as well as air circulation (cold air tends to slide downhill).
Landscape
Small Fruits
for the
Prepare your beds before planting by lightly digging in several
inches of compost or composted manure. Also keep in mind
that if you loosen the soil, it will settle somewhat, so make sure
you compensate for the settling.
Check planting resources for the correct depth for planting.
Strawberries, in particular, must be planted with their crowns
at the right level or they will not thrive. You can plant anytime
after the ground thaws and the soil has dried out enough to be
worked without compacting it.
Tere is no need to add fertilizer when planting. Te new roots
simply need water. Once your plants start producing fruits, they
may need up to two inches of water a week, but early in the sea-
son, one inch a week is plenty.
Weeds
Keep the weeds down to avoid the competition for nutrients
and water. Weeds can also harbor damaging insects, so make
your life a bit easier and
knock the weeds down
early. Cover the bed with
three to four inches of organic
mulch to help suppress weeds, as
well as improving moisture reten-
tion and soil temperature regulation.
Provided by National Gardening Association
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