Home + Design

NEMA Roofing:

Protecting Homes With the Highest Quality Service, Materials and a Smile Article by Tracy Marcynzsyn We love our homes, so investing significant time, energy and finances to create and maintain them is well worth the effort. While most homeowners tend to focus on decorating and remodeling their interior space, they oftentimes overlook the crown jewel of the home—the roof. When it comes to protecting your biggest investment and everything inside of it, the importance of a quality roof cannot be...

Health + Wellness

Community Love:

Adventist Health Simi Valley’s Breast Center   Article by Kathryn Stiles Jessica Haff’s first thought when the doctor’s office called to request a follow-up appointment for further exams was, “I am too young to have breast cancer.” A 39-year-old nurse at Adventist Health Simi Valley, she felt her stomach tighten, aware of what the request for a follow-up appointment might mean. The result? An aggressive form of cancer was discovered after her routine annual mammogram at the Nancy Reagan Breast...

Health + Wellness

Big Smiles!

SoCal Sleep Dentistry Puts Your Dental Fears to Rest Article by Tracy Marcynzsyn A dazzling smile makes a huge impact on the world, so seeing your dentist regularly will keep your pearly whites gleaming. For those who tend to delay or avoid essential dental visits due to fear of the dentist, SoCal Sleep Dentistry in Westlake Village may be just what the doctor ordered. Founded by husband and wife, board-certified dentists Dr. Nina Rastegar, DDS, and Dr. Daniel Kohanchi, DDS, to provide a...

Arts + Culture

Loving the Arts!

Nonprofits Share their Magic With the Community Article and Photography by The Conejo Valley region is fortunate to have numerous arts organizations dedicated to sharing the magic of live theatre with community members of all ages. Here, we spotlight some of our favorites. Be sure to support these talented teams by attending their events and showing your love and appreciation for their invaluable efforts to entertain, uplift and inspire.   Conejo Players Theatre Conejo Players Theatre...

Arts + Culture

Local Artists Create With Love:

Annual Spring Arts & Crafts Festival Features Original Works Article by Tracy Marcynzsyn Many talented, creative artists make Conejo Valley their home and several of them will be sharing their unique creations on March 1 at the 38th Annual Spring Arts & Crafts Festival at Borchard Community Center in Newbury Park. This free event includes more than 30 artists and craftspersons selling a variety of original art and handmade items, as well as hands-on children's activities, refreshments and...

Beauty

MC Aesthetics: Love Your Look

Natural Results Keep Clients Looking Beautiful Article by Tracy Marcynzsyn Natural beauty comes from within, believes Thousand Oaks med spa Owner Marichu Cortes. At MC Aesthetics, Marichu’s clients love her ability to bring their inner beauty to light for all to see. Delivering beautiful, natural-looking results using advanced skincare technology and procedures is an artform that Marichu takes pride in perfecting. “When clients walk into my medical spa, I want them to be wowed from start to...

Local Services

The Endless Love of Travel:

Discovering the World's Most Inspiring Destinations in 2025 Article by Shantha Mony Travel is more than just a journey between points on a map—it's a transformative experience that awakens the soul, challenges perspectives and creates memories that last a lifetime. In an increasingly connected yet strangely divided world, travel remains the ultimate bridge between cultures, experiences and human understanding. The Transformative Power of Travel Every stamp in a passport tells a story. It's...

Life + Culture

What Is Love?

Discover the Power of Love Article by Kim Pagano Love is such a powerful word. What do you love, who do you love and how do you share your love? Do you love yourself? What makes you love something or someone? Were you loved? If you were, did you feel loved? Do you make others feel loved? There are so many ways to look at love. How does love make you feel? When you love someone, how do you want them to feel? Security comes to my mind, and not feeling alone. Feeling complete and happy is...

Health + Wellness

Caring in the Conejo

9th Annual Festival of the Trees Benefits Hospice Photography by Robin Chesler In December, Hospice of the Conejo held their 9th Annual Festival of the Trees. Many local businesses gave their support by sponsoring and decorating the trees, including Christine Wilson and Ann Castle of Conejo Hearing Center (pictured). The community then voted on their favorite Christmas tree and had the opportunity to purchase them. All proceeds went to benefit Hospice of the Conejo’s Care Giving Programs and...

Home + Design

Happy 25th Anniversary to State Restoration

Celebrations Abound in New Westlake Village Showroom Photography by Crystal Quayle State Restoration celebrated their 25th anniversary with a festive reception in their dynamic new showroom in Westlake Village. They have been in the remodel business since 1999 and have completed hundreds of kitchen remodel projects. Led by the husband and wife duo of Doug and Darlene Kimball and backed by a team of creative designers, architects and project managers, they focus on well-designed kitchens and...