February 2025 City e.News | City of Calabasas, CA

Due to recent wildfires, the 2025 Homeless Count for Calabasas, Agoura Hills, Hidden Hills and Westlake Village will occur on February 18-20, with the area’s main deployment site being the Calabasas Senior Center. Like prior years, the event involves pairing up with 2 or 3 individuals to canvas certain areas of the community via car to visually report on sightings of homeless individuals or encampments. The total time commitment for the evening is approximately 3 hours.

An overview of the Homeless Count page can be viewed at: https://count.lahsa.org, while those looking to volunteer at the Calabasas Senior Center can do so on the deployment site’s dedicated page.

CALABASAS PUBLIC ENVIRONMENTAL FORUM

Join us on February 20 from 6-8 p.m. in the Founders Hall for an informative evening with the Calabasas Environmental Commission and other local agencies and groups. Participants will learn about coexisting with wildlife and hear updates on the Wallis Annenberg wildlife crossing. This event is free and open to all!

WINTER/SPRING CLASS REGISTRATION IS OPEN

Explore exciting classes this winter and spring that cater to your interests, from adventure to wellness and more. Check out our 2025 Winter/Spring Premier Brochure for all upcoming classes and events this season.

Here are some upcoming sessions starting in February:

Kale Blazers (2/1)
CommuniTea Sound Bath (2/5 & 2/19)
Spike & Play Winter Volleyball Clinic (2/5 & 2/19)
Full Moon Women's Circle & Sound Bath (2/11)
Nourish and Flourish (2/15)
First Dance Wedding Bootcamp (2/23)

To register go to www.CalabasasReg.org.

SWEETHEARTS NIGHT PARENTS NIGHT OUT

Need a date night? We’ll entertain the kids with crafts, entertainment and food on Friday, February 21 from 6-9 p.m.! Take a well-deserved break while your kids have a blast at the Calabasas Community Center, 27040 Malibu Hills Road! Children ages 5-11 are welcome. Registration costs $25 per child. To register, go to www.calabasasreg.org .

PROTECTING YOUR HEALTH AFTER A WILDFIRE

After a wildfire, it's important to take precautions to protect your health and well-being. Here's how to stay safe in burn areas:

Air Quality: Check local air quality reports before spending time outdoors. Wear an N95 mask when air quality is poor and use air purifiers indoors to reduce harmful particles.

Soil Safety: Avoid direct contact with ash and charred debris, which may contain hazardous materials. Use gloves, long sleeves and pants when handling soil, and avoid disturbing ash to prevent it from becoming airborne.

Water Safety: Ensure your drinking water is safe by following local advisories. In areas affected by ash runoff, avoid using private wells until they are tested and cleared for safe use.

Safe Cleanup Practices: Wear protective clothing, including gloves, goggles and sturdy shoes, when cleaning up. Keep children and pets away from debris and ash. Use wet mopping or vacuum cleaners with HEPA filters to clean surfaces rather than sweeping or dry dusting.

Visit the Department of Public Health website or YouTube channel for additional information.

2025 RECYCLING CALENDAR

The 2025 Annual Recycling Calendars are now available for pickup at City Hall. Calendars have been distributed to each participating K-8 school!

For more information or to request a calendar, please email info@cityofcalabasas.com

Recycling Calendars from previous years can be virtually accessed here.

PUBLIC WORKSHOP: LAS VIRGENES CREEK RESTORATION PROJECT

The City of Calabasas will host a public workshop on February 27 from 5-7 p.m. at the Community Center for the Las Virgenes Creek Restoration Project Phase III Design. This will be an opportunity for residents to see what we have planned for the project and provide feedback for further development of the plans.

SAVE THE DATE: ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION

Don't miss our annual arbor day celebration on Saturday, March 15 from 10 a.m.-noon at Wild Walnut Park. An accompanying free compost giveaway will be hosted by Waste Management at Creekside Park. For more information about the Arbor Day Celebration, please contact Melanis Stepanian at (818) 224-1680 or mstepanian@cityofcalabasas.com.

SAVE THE DATE: EARTH DAY/GREEN EXPO

Mark your calendar for our Earth Day/Green Expo on Saturday, April 12 from 2-5 p.m. at Las Virgenes Creek, adjacent to 26520 Agoura Road. Join the City of Calabasas for a Green Expo with free giveaways and learning booths. Admission is free.

RESIDENTIAL REHABILITATION PROJECTS

After delays from supply and labor shortages, the City has resumed Residential Rehabilitation projects. The Residential Rehabilitation program provides financial assistance to repair single-family residential properties, including mobile homes. Participation is based on income eligibility limitations. Interested residents can contact the City for details on program eligibility. Learn more.

SAVE THE DATE: BUNNY TRAIL JUNIOR EGG HUNT

Join us for our Bunny Trail Junior Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12 from 9 a.m.-noon at Juan Bautista de Anza Park. Tickets go on sale March 12 at 9 a.m.!

TECH HELP AT THE SENIOR CENTER

Senior Tech Help The Senior Center’s Tech Help program has been recognized in the Technology, Virtual, and Hybrid Programing category by the annual Programs of Excellence contest, hosted by the National Council on Aging and the National Institute of Senior Centers.

Tech Help is free and takes place on Wednesdays from 4-7 p.m. on a drop-in basis, no appointment needed. Community high school students help seniors improve their skills on cell phones, laptops, iPads and tablets.

Check out the video for Tech Help here.

CALABASAS FACILITY RENTALS

Book your next birthday party, holiday gathering, corporate picnic, or company retreat at one of the City’s premier facilities located at the Calabasas Civic Center, Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center or the new Calabasas Community Center.

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Or, gather your guests with the scenic Santa Monica Mountains as a backdrop at Juan Bautista de Anza Park or Grape Arbor Park and Gates Canyon picnic shelters.

Visit cityofcalabasas.com/community services to learn about amenities, hours, rates and fees.

FACILITY RENTALS OFFICE
Located at Juan Bautista de Anza Park
3701 Lost Hills Road
Calabasas, CA 91301
(818) 880-6461
facilityrentals@cityofcalabasas.com

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CALABASAS LIBRARY MONTHLY UPDATES

Please visit the latest Library Newsletter here. Library

The Library is always closed on Mondays. For more information please call (818) 225-7616.

Check the website for more information

CAPTURE CALABASAS PHOTO CONTEST

Capture Calabasas

Participants have the opportunity to win a prize for best overall image. First 50 participants receive a Parks Make Life Better prize. Submissions may also be used for future activity guides, social media, calendars events and flyers.

Participants must take the photos within City limits.
Choose the photo category (listed below)
Submit your photos online below
Receive your prize!

Submit your photo in one of the following categories:

City of Calabasas

This category includes photos of anything (businesses, programs, art, landscape, etc.) within Calabasas city limits, excluding parks, open space or Community Services Department activities.

Parks Make Life Better

This category includes photos of parks within city limits (children playing, landscape, etc.).

Open Space

This category includes photos of open space within city limits (picnic, landscape, play, etc.)

Community Services Department classes, programs, events and sports

Keep your eyes open, your camera/phone ready, and Capture Calabasas!

Click here to submit your photo!

WHAT'S ON CTV?

Be sure to tune in to CTV on cable channel 3 in Calabasas through live, online web-streaming, or watch any meeting or program on demand through the CTV archives. Check the CTV Guide for playback days and times.

CTV programming is also available on the Calabasas YouTube Channel.

THIS MONTH'S FEATURED PROGRAM: WILDLAND FIRE PREPAREDNESS WEBINAR

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CALABASAS CALENDARS, MEETINGS & HOLIDAYS

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Council Agenda Items are available online the Wednesday prior to a City Council Meeting. Agendas for all commissions are available online the Friday prior to the commission meeting. All City Council meetings and commission meetings take place in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 100 Civic Center Way in Calabasas.

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For a complete calendar of events and meetings at City Hall, please visit our February City Calendar Page.

FEBRUARY DATES TO REMEMBER

4	Environmental Commission
6	Planning Commission
17	Library Commission
20	Planning Commission
20	Calabasas Environmental Forum

MARCH DATES TO REMEMBER

6	Planning Commission
17	Library Commission
20	Planning Commission

That’s all for this month.

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