Mom says her two are better than U2
Michael Picarella | June 16, 2017
I’ve been married almost 17 years, and I know my wife is not materialistic. For Christmas, Valentine’s Day, anniversaries and birthdays, she doesn’t want much. She’s more into the thought...
Close-knit family has roots deep in town
By Caitlin Trude
caitlin@theacorn.com | June 16, 2017
Wherever the Hernandez family goes, they can always count on having a family member in their corner—almost literally. “My grandpa lives maybe two blocks away and my dad lives a...
Happy Father’s Day
| June 16, 2017
This Father’s Day we asked our readers to describe their favorite Dad moment, a loving tribute to the man who means so much. Here’s what they said . . .Karisha...
What’s ‘app-ening’ on the exercise front with technology
By Karen Robiscoe
Special to the Acorn | June 16, 2017
Summer’s here and swimming pools, bathing suits and beach trips are on the agenda. It’s time to tighten our belts, people. Put away the cookies, crank up the treadmill and...
Health expert to talk benefits
| June 16, 2017
How do public benefits work for individuals? How can one maximize income through a Medicare savings program, Extra Help, Li- Heap and other programs? A HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling and...
Congratulations to Community High graduates
| June 16, 2017
BIG DAY—Above, Moorpark Community High School Principal Carrie Pentis presents Lupita Vaca with her diploma during graduation ceremonies June 7 in the Moorpark High School performing arts center. At right,...
YMCA offers summer camps
| June 16, 2017
Summer camp signups are underway at Southeast Ventura County YMCA branches. Camps are offered through the Simi Valley Family YMCA; Conejo Valley YMCA serving Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, Moorpark and...
Benvenuti—welcome—to Bistro 13
Ela Lindsay | June 16, 2017
It is an understatement to say that Giovanni Trombo loves food. It’s in his Italian blood, starting from deep farm roots in the Old Country to his vast knowledge gleaned...
County Greek fest is coming soon
By Alicia Doyle
Special to The Acorn | June 16, 2017
Volunteers are in the process of baking 3,000 pieces of baklava, 800 pasta floras and hundreds of other Greek treats for the 39th annual Ventura County Greek Festival. Authentic Greek...
Janss Marketplace has a rockin’ summer schedule
| June 16, 2017
Ticket to Ride is the first headline band to perform at the annual Janss Marketplace Summer Concert series which begins Wed., June 28 All concerts are Wednesdays from 6 to...
Keeping the faith when all seems lost
By Caitlin Trude
caitlin@theacorn.com | June 16, 2017
The Rev. Duncan Filmer believes faith is trusting that God will provide, even when all seems lost. “Believing is not a head thing, it’s something in the heart,” said the...
Church to host special speaker
| June 16, 2017
Michael Cohen, a representative of Chosen People Ministries, will speak during the 10:30 a.m. worship service Sun., June 25 at Lighthouse Bible Church, 4910 Cochran St., Simi Valley. The service...
Dave & Buster’s eyes T.O. location
By Dawn Megli-Thuna
dawn@theacorn.com | June 16, 2017
Ventura County has its fair share of playgrounds for children. Now it’s time (maybe) for the adults to get theirs. Dave & Buster’s, an arcade-themed American restaurant that serves beer...
SHERIFF’S BLOTTER
June 16, 2017