“The Chat with Claire Fordham”

Journalist and broadcaster Claire Fordham introduces her latest creative project, a podcast: “The Chat with Claire Fordham.” Interesting people. Regular contributor to the Messenger Mountain News, Claire Fordham loves writing and reading…

Mother Nature’s Entourage Got It Right

The human body has the largest natural network of cannabinoid receptors. It’s called the Endocannabinoid System (ECS) and its discovery may be the single most important scientific medical discovery ever, possibly saving…

Poets & Writers Sponsors Loose Lips Poetry Reading, Oct. 21

On Saturday, October 21, at 2 p.m., Poets Hélène Cardona and John FitzGerald read their poetry as part of the Loose Lips Poetry Series. Free and open to the public, the reading will be held in the…

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From the Earth at Topanga Canyon Gallery

“From the Earth” is a thought-provoking exhibition featuring artists Rebecca Catterall and Donna Geist Buch. The exhibit is meant to capture the beauty of what we find on earth, while inspiring us…

Natural History of CA Presentation & Book Signing

The Mountain Mermaid will host a presentation and book signing by Dr. Allan Schoenherr, naturalist, educator and author, on November 4 at 7:30 p.m. Schoenherr is a recognized authority on California and…

Charity Begins at Home with TWC

Elaine Hanson, Topanga resident and realtor at Partners Trust, Doug Hanson Construction, and other generous supporters have jump-started the Topanga Women’s Circle (TWC) annual Challenge Grant Campaign with $16,000 through Network for…

The Spirit of Caring

City Hearts founders, Sherry and Bob Jason, have been selected to receive the prestigious 2017 Caring Award, presented by The Caring Institute of Washington, DC to honor and promote the values of…

Sweet Mysteries of Life

BORED TO DEATH Doors were kept unlocked and nosey neighbors and playing children flowed from house to house, never waiting for an invitation or even knocking. This village seemed innocent enough, quiet…

Sixth Annual Pacific Lodge Autumn Lunch and Fundraiser, Nov. 4

Pacific Lodge Youth Services will hold its sixth annual Autumn Lunch, a fundraiser to benefit resident at-risk boys and youths (ages 13-18) by providing services and programs to them and their families.…