Professional Services

Z Dog Training Academy

Personalized Coaching for Real Dogs and Real Life Photography by Anabel DFlux Z Dog Training Academy is more than just a dog training service—it’s a heart-led practice rooted in trust, connection and transformation. “We offer private training, structured day training and family-style Board & Train programs designed to fit real life and real families,” says Owner Heather Mazahri. Specializing in behavior modification and family-focused coaching, Z Dog Training’s experienced staff helps dogs...

Food + Beverage

Soroptimist International

23rd Annual Margarita Mix Off & More Article and Photography by Soroptimist International of Conejo Valley is excited to host the 23rd Annual Margarita Mix Off & More fundraiser on Thursday, September 25, 2025, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Los Robles Greens, located at 299 S Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks.   Local restaurants and vendors will compete for the titles of "Best in the West Margarita" and "Best Food/Appetizer." The event will feature a variety of food and sweet treat vendors along with...

Health + Wellness

Tee Up for Hope:

BumbleBee Foundation’s 5th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Article and Photography by The BumbleBee Foundation’s 5th Annual Golf Tournament at Wood Ranch Golf Club in Simi Valley on June 9 raised funds for pediatric cancer families. “I am honored to witness the incredible impact of this foundation,” said BumbleBee Foundation President Christopher Dukes. “The golf tournament is more than a day on the course—it’s a chance for our community to come together and make a real difference for...

Life + Culture

The Beautiful Difference: Kids vs. Pets

Article by Kim Pagano There’s no doubt that pets bring joy to our lives. They greet us at the door, love us unconditionally and never judge us for staying in pajamas all day. For many, pets are their “fur babies”—and rightfully so. But raising children? That’s a whole different journey—one that’s deeper, louder and filled with surprises you never saw coming. Having a pet teaches responsibility, but having a child teaches patience, resilience and the art of loving with your whole heart, even on...

Education

Oaks Christian Students Design Firefighting Robot

Article and Photography by After 3 years of development, students in the Oaks Christian School Institute of Engineering debuted the HydroRover—a fully remote-controlled firefighting robot designed to operate inside residential homes. The launch of the rover comes on the heels of the devastating fires that affected the Pacific Palisades community nearby, as well as the communities of Altadena, adjacent to Pasadena, through the Eaton Fire this past January. Engineered with mobility and safety...

Health + Wellness

HRC Fertility:

Dedicated to Building Families Through Compassionate Care Article and Photography by For many individuals and couples who have struggled to conceive naturally, HRC Fertility has offered more than just medical solutions—it has given them the hope, support and tools to create families. With decades of experience and a passion for helping people realize the dream of parenthood, HRC Fertility continues to stand at the forefront of reproductive medicine. At the heart of the clinic’s mission is a...

Travel

Girls Getaway

Discover Your Bliss at Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort & Spa Article by Tracy Marcynzsyn | Photography by Provided It’s a woman’s nature to care for and nurture the people she loves, from kids and spouses to friends, extended family and even pets. So many women spend the majority of their time and energy selflessly caring for others, leaving little, if any, time for themselves. Savvy women know there comes a time when they must prioritize tending to their own self-care and filling their own...

Fitness

Cheer Elite Angels

Inspiring Youth Through Competitive Cheer, Community Service & Confidence Article by Crystal Long | Photography by Patrick Holmes, Must Be The Feeling Media Cheerleading is a vastly popular sport in the U.S.—with over 3.9 million participants across the country in 2024. This competitive sport involves a series of gymnastics moves, jumps, tumbling, pyramids and dance. As with many competitive sports, cheerleading provides physical and mental benefits for youth participants. Westlake Village...

Beauty

Beauty With Heart:

Marichu Cortes’ Patient-Centered Approach at MC Aesthetics Article by Alicia Doyle MC Aesthetics in Thousand Oaks provides personalized care and utilizes cutting-edge technology to ensure your comfort and satisfaction with every service. “MC Aesthetics provides empathetic love, care, great customer service, comfort and results—our clients are not numbers but family and friends,” says Marichu Cortes, founder and owner of MC Aesthetics. Marichu’s vast experience originates from bedside nursing...

Education

Artfully Empowering Students

Shi Young Kim Named Ventura County Teacher of the Year Article by Alicia Doyle Walking into Shi Young Kim’s classroom, you will witness a hub of activity and learning: students sitting in the back of the room painting self-portraits on their easels or water coloring at their desks, some on computers researching or journaling, and some gluing objects for their found art sculpture. All over the room, calligraphy blooms, fiber arts weave and wires melt on stained glass. You’ll find students...