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Published in 1964, Rohld Dahl’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” tells the story of a young, poor boy selected to visit the prestigious Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory alongside four other children, who are introduced to Wonka and his Oompa Loompas in an absurd twist of events. Since the book’s publication, it has become a…

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Newbury Park High School’s various dance classes and competitive dance team showcased a blend of emotional, contemplative, and energetic performances at their annual Winter Dance Concert, entitled “Affirmations”. Cameo Carolan, Dance Program Director and Competitive Dance Team Advisor, felt when deciding the theme that winter performances often gravitate toward Christmas, despite the many different…

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Traveling all over Southern California, the 805 Night Market made its way to Thousand Oaks on Dec. 16-17. Over 30 vendors participated at Cal Lutheran University in representing culture and helping bring the Conejo Valley community together to celebrate heartwarming spirit. Although the main attraction of the 805 Night Market is the wide variety…
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Spirited baseball players’ voices and festive music punctuated the crisp December evening. The air was filled with the aroma of fresh pine and spruce trees and the strings of colored lights gave off a soft glow. This was the atmosphere of the NPHS baseball team’s tree lot two weeks before Christmas. Hoping to raise…