Magnolia in Calabasas helps Autism Care and Treatment

By: Dana Olmes

With the help of Sovage Luxury Denim and Isabella Emporium Jewelry, Magnolia Boutique in Calabasas organized an exclusive shopping event, Thursday, November 11th. With 25% of proceeds going to ACT, the boutique had a successful day.

I caught up with Bethany Nelson, CEO of Sovage Denim, and Janet Heller of Isabella Emporium. Both products are exclusively made in the U.S. and will be available at Magnolia shortly. If you are interested in either product you can email Bethany or Janet Heller.

Many of us are familiar with the annual Denim and Diamonds event hosted by Nancy Alspaugh-Jackson in Hidden Hills. Nancy was also a key role in putting together this years charity event.

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Dana Olmes

Dana Olmes, estate agent at Ewing & Associates Sotheby's International Realty, specializes in representing residential real estate properties throughout the West San Fernando Valley and Conejo Valley areas. She has significant expertise working with various gated and equestrian communities in the area such as Hidden Hills, Calabasas, Bell Canyon, Agoura and Westlake Village.

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Welcoming friends and families of Calabasas

By: Dana Olmes

From November 19th – 29th, drop by the Calabasas Coffee bean in the Calabasas courtyard and tell them Bay Laurel Elementary sent you. Not only will you receive a small discount, but 10% of funds will go to Bay Laurel Elementary. Stop by the local Coffee Bean next to Ewing and Associates – just a skip away from Hidden Hills.

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Dana Olmes

Dana Olmes, estate agent at Ewing & Associates Sotheby's International Realty, specializes in representing residential real estate properties throughout the West San Fernando Valley and Conejo Valley areas. She has significant expertise working with various gated and equestrian communities in the area such as Hidden Hills, Calabasas, Bell Canyon, Agoura and Westlake Village.

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Hidden Hills and Calabasas residents bring your kids

By: Dana Olmes

Melissa Green, famous pop-folk musician, will be at the Calabasas Library on Friday, February 11 for a Read, Sing and Dance Along. At 11am, in the Calabasas Library, parents are encouraged to bring their 6 year old and under children for a good spirited read, sing and dance along.

As a former pre-school teacher, Melissa performs songs that include counting and coordination.  Her music aims to inspire kids to use their imagination. The show is high energy entertainment and will have everyone up on their feet. Additional information about Melissa Green and her music can be found on her website.  For more information about the Read, Sing and Dance Along, please call the children’s desk at 818-225-7616.

EwingSIR does not guarantee information contained in this blog, readers are encouraged not to rely solely on this information and to do their own independent research of facts contained herein. Blog information was obtained from independent sources that we do not endorse, and we do not investigate this information for accuracy.

Dana Olmes

Dana Olmes, estate agent at Ewing & Associates Sotheby's International Realty, specializes in representing residential real estate properties throughout the West San Fernando Valley and Conejo Valley areas. She has significant expertise working with various gated and equestrian communities in the area such as Hidden Hills, Calabasas, Bell Canyon, Agoura and Westlake Village.

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The Leonis Adobe Museum in Calabasas

By: Dana Olmes

Wonder was it was like in the 1880′s? Wonder what it was like to work on a ranch? Well if these two questions spark event the slightest curiosity, get over to the Leonis Adobe Museum near Hidden Hills on Calabasas Road. “Hands on History Day” on Saturday, March 19th, 1-4PM will give Calabasas residents a reason to celebrate their city. Children can try tortilla making, butter churning, roping, doing laundry without a washing machine and dryer, and enjoy craft activities. Families can watch demonstrations of cooking in a Horno Oven, weaving, spinning, quilting, how to make clothes and dye wool, watch the blacksmith.

Leonis Adobe Museum:
23537 Calabasas Road
Calabasas, Ca 91302
Free to members
Adults $3.00
Children $2.00
(818) 222-6511

EwingSIR does not guarantee information contained in this blog, readers are encouraged not to rely solely on this information and to do their own independent research of facts contained herein. Blog information was obtained from independent sources that we do not endorse, and we do not investigate this information for accuracy.

Dana Olmes

Dana Olmes, estate agent at Ewing & Associates Sotheby's International Realty, specializes in representing residential real estate properties throughout the West San Fernando Valley and Conejo Valley areas. She has significant expertise working with various gated and equestrian communities in the area such as Hidden Hills, Calabasas, Bell Canyon, Agoura and Westlake Village.

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2011 Save Our Schools Fundraising Campaign

By: Dana Olmes

A $10 million cut to annual funding has left Las Virgenes school teachers without jobs. As a district that continually posts the highest Academic Achievement in the state with over 90% of student going to college, it is imperative that we donate to this cause. With the help of parents and staff volunteers, the LVUSD has united to raise $330,202 as of May 5th. Although it may sound like a substantial amount of money, the district needs at least $1 million to protect the educational programs and teachers that we’ve come to rely on.

Please help the LVUSD by making a tax-deductible donation to the Save Our Schools Fund. If you would like to make a donation to the Save Our Schools Fund by check, click here. The completed form, along with a check made payable to LVUSD Save Our Schools, should be mailed to 4111 N. Las Virgenes Rd., Calabasas, CA  91302.

EwingSIR does not guarantee information contained in this blog, readers are encouraged not to rely solely on this information and to do their own independent research of facts contained herein. Blog information was obtained from independent sources that we do not endorse, and we do not investigate this information for accuracy.

Dana Olmes

Dana Olmes, estate agent at Ewing & Associates Sotheby's International Realty, specializes in representing residential real estate properties throughout the West San Fernando Valley and Conejo Valley areas. She has significant expertise working with various gated and equestrian communities in the area such as Hidden Hills, Calabasas, Bell Canyon, Agoura and Westlake Village.

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The story of a young man and his journey to the states

By: Dana Olmes

From a small town east of Havana, Cuba known as the country’s finest tobacco growing region, Arturo Sandoval knew he wanted to be a musician from a very young age. Forming a mini-circus act with a cat on a high wire while playing the congas, 6 year old Sandoval was on his way. When his village organized for local entertainment, he played a multitude of instruments. After deciding he didn’t like the trombone, bass drum and the flute because they made him dizzy, he began playing the trumpet.

Before long he was ask to join the Cuban Orchestra of Modern Music where Luis Escalante was the lead trumpet. As a 20 year old, Sandoval thought he’d made it. However, he was forced to serve his mandatory 3 year military service term cleaning barracks and building latrines. Following his service he found it troublesome to regain his previous job as first chair. Sandoval was lucky, however. Meeting Dizzy Gillespie and Stan Getz, he began to consider how to leave Cuba. In 1990, Arturo was scheduled to tour with the UN orchestra. Arturo became a citizen in 1999 and lives in Hidden Hills with his family but states he will always be a Cuban.

EwingSIR does not guarantee information contained in this blog, readers are encouraged not to rely solely on this information and to do their own independent research of facts contained herein. Blog information was obtained from independent sources that we do not endorse, and we do not investigate this information for accuracy.

Dana Olmes

Dana Olmes, estate agent at Ewing & Associates Sotheby's International Realty, specializes in representing residential real estate properties throughout the West San Fernando Valley and Conejo Valley areas. She has significant expertise working with various gated and equestrian communities in the area such as Hidden Hills, Calabasas, Bell Canyon, Agoura and Westlake Village.

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Riding Clinics with Nick Karazissis

By: Dana Olmes

For the last 30 years, Far West Farms on Old Scandia Lane in Calabasas has been training horses and riders. Far West Farms has won numerous blue ribbon awards and their students have won titles such as the Pacific Coast Horse Show Association and the Unites States Hunter Jumper Association competitions. But behind the success is the legendary Nick Karazissis and his family who have been running the place since 1971.

Karazissis offers all types of lessons and boarding options. Prices range from $700 a month for training and $750-$1600 for boarding accommodations.

Nick Karazissis is one of the most successful trainers on the West Coast and people come from all over the US seeking his expertise. If you think he could help you, visit him at Spring Down.

EwingSIR does not guarantee information contained in this blog, readers are encouraged not to rely solely on this information and to do their own independent research of facts contained herein. Blog information was obtained from independent sources that we do not endorse, and we do not investigate this information for accuracy.

Dana Olmes

Dana Olmes, estate agent at Ewing & Associates Sotheby's International Realty, specializes in representing residential real estate properties throughout the West San Fernando Valley and Conejo Valley areas. She has significant expertise working with various gated and equestrian communities in the area such as Hidden Hills, Calabasas, Bell Canyon, Agoura and Westlake Village.

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Douglas Kmiec crashes on Mulholland Highway; Nun killed

By: Dana Olmes

The U.S. ambassador to Malta and law professor at Pepperdine University was involved in a fatal car crash that killed a nun and a injured a 94 year old pastor. 58 year old Kmiec was allegedly driving a 2009 Hyundai on Wednesday when he drifted into a dirt shoulder and hit a drainage ditch.

74 year old Sister Mary Campbell was declared dead at the scene and John Sheridan, 94, was injured.

There are many fatal accidents accidents on Mulholland due to it’s dark, windy road. Please, slow down, and be careful on these roads.

EwingSIR does not guarantee information contained in this blog, readers are encouraged not to rely solely on this information and to do their own independent research of facts contained herein. Blog information was obtained from independent sources that we do not endorse, and we do not investigate this information for accuracy.

Dana Olmes

Dana Olmes, estate agent at Ewing & Associates Sotheby's International Realty, specializes in representing residential real estate properties throughout the West San Fernando Valley and Conejo Valley areas. She has significant expertise working with various gated and equestrian communities in the area such as Hidden Hills, Calabasas, Bell Canyon, Agoura and Westlake Village.

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The charming Carolyn Val-Schmidt’s is an extraordinary soprano

By: Dana Olmes

A piping soprano, social lite and voice coach, Carolyn Val-Schmidt assertively introduces herself as a “thespian.” I met Val-Schmidt by coincidence in the back quarters of our office – she overheard Erica Fields blurting her usual obscenities in the form of a song. Val-Schmidt, who maintains an astute musicians ear, immediately followed the resounding notes of the young Fields. To Val-Schmidt, Fields had the voice of a siren – a stunning enchantress with the ability to woo even the most lethargic of listeners.

“I heard your voice,” Val-Schmidt admitted. “Brilliant! You must have had training.”

“Well, a little,” said a flattered Fields. “I’ve dabbled.”

Val-Schmidt proceeded to explain her qualifications. A graduate from The Julliard School of Music and Director of Musical Theater & Opera Workshop at the Boulder Philharmonic Academy, Val-Schmidt recently moved to the California to continue teaching. She’s sung in 11 different languages and performed across the country but most of all she’s a conspicuous entertainer. Her captivating persona demands ample attention. She’s worth calling simply to hear her antics.

This video is called Happy Days are Here Again and is taken from her website:

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Find your voice at: http://caroylnval-schmidt.com or on Facebook. Val-Schmidt will do private lessons in Hidden Hills, Calabasas, Woodland Hills, West Hills and most other local spots. Contact her at valvoice@yahoo.com.

EwingSIR does not guarantee information contained in this blog, readers are encouraged not to rely solely on this information and to do their own independent research of facts contained herein. Blog information was obtained from independent sources that we do not endorse, and we do not investigate this information for accuracy.

Dana Olmes

Dana Olmes, estate agent at Ewing & Associates Sotheby's International Realty, specializes in representing residential real estate properties throughout the West San Fernando Valley and Conejo Valley areas. She has significant expertise working with various gated and equestrian communities in the area such as Hidden Hills, Calabasas, Bell Canyon, Agoura and Westlake Village.

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The Gyroscope Double Horse

By: Dana Olmes

This afternoon we had 2 spry gentleman enter our offices looking to make a sale. Although rather out of the ordinary, we welcomed Jordan Kirby and David Hernandez from Direct Marketing Services. They were selling helicopters. Remote control metal helicopters that perform 360 degree spins and move forward and backward. They have full police lights and charge through a USB. I admit, it was extremely hooky until I watched for a few minutes. Then I grew intrigued. People began to emerge from their offices at an alarming rate – we soon had a crowd of middle aged staffers standing around saying, “hey, that’s pretty cool.” Then Jordan hit the ceiling and the helicopter fell to the ground. Instead of showing a disturbed face, he seemed amused.

“These things are tough!” he shouted. “They are made of all metal so they basically don’t break.”

He continually crashed the copter just to make his point. We understood. It’s a good product. And kind of fun.

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EwingSIR does not guarantee information contained in this blog, readers are encouraged not to rely solely on this information and to do their own independent research of facts contained herein. Blog information was obtained from independent sources that we do not endorse, and we do not investigate this information for accuracy.

Dana Olmes

Dana Olmes, estate agent at Ewing & Associates Sotheby's International Realty, specializes in representing residential real estate properties throughout the West San Fernando Valley and Conejo Valley areas. She has significant expertise working with various gated and equestrian communities in the area such as Hidden Hills, Calabasas, Bell Canyon, Agoura and Westlake Village.

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