Community Events
SMBAS Birding Malibu Lagoon Monthly Field Trips
ADULT WALK 8:30 A.M. – Beginner and experienced, 2-3 hours. Species range from 40 in June to 60-75 during migrations and winter.
“The Quietest Year”
Groundbreaking documentary that highlights the vital link between noise and health. (Virtual screening available 4/24-4/30 for a $15 donation to Quiet Communities.) Online Panel Discussion via Zoom. 1:00 pm (PST)
Monte Nido Valley Community Association Meeting
PLEASE, JOIN US! MONTE NIDO IS YOUR COMMUNITY AND THE MNVCA BOARD WELCOMES YOUR INVOLVEMENT AT MEETINGS. (We meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month alternating in-person and on-line.)
Representatives from California State Parks and California Trout will present information to the community about the upstream fish passage barriers (some are located in Monte Nido) that are being considered for remediation as the Rindge Dam removal project advances.
Other items on the MNVCA Agenda for 5/14 include:
4th of July Picnic and Parade planning
Updates on road conditions
Firewise USA Community information and insurance options for homeowners
MNVCA Monthly Board & Community Meeting (all are welcome!)
In-person at the home of a MNVCA Board Member. Location and agenda will be provided closer to the date.
Monte Nido’s Annual Community Parade, Picnic & Games!
Get involved with the planning. Bring your ideas and enthusiasm. Help make it the best event ever!
11th Annual Art Exhibit & Sale - King Gillette Ranch
Join the Allied Artists of the Santa Monica Mountains and Seashore for its 11th annual outdoor exhibit and sale.
Twenty local artists will display and sell their representational landscape and seascape paintings of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and beyond. Come see the beautiful artwork by local award-winning artists and enjoy refreshments while you browse.
A portion of the sales proceeds will support continuing art and cultural programs in the park.
This is a free event with free parking, sponsored by Western National Parks Association. For more information, email samo@wnpa.org or call 805-370-2302
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training
LEARN HOW TO GET YOUR FAMILY AND COMMUNITY BETTER PREPARED FOR WILDFIRES AND OTHER EMERGENCIES.
In-person training Thursdays April 18th through May 30th at Malibu City Hall. (Only one class can be missed.)
To register for the training email saflores@malibucity.org or call Sarah Flores (Emergency Services Coordinator) at 310-456-2489 ext. 237.
For more info. go to www.malibucity.org/226/CERT
Watermelon Seeds Give Away
Dear Monte Nido neighbors,
We are kicking off our 4th of July celebration with a watermelon seed give away.
Come collect your seeds and start growing your own watermelon to bring to the 4th of July picnic.
This Sunday 4/14
9-10 AM @ Edenwild bridge
and
10-11 AM @ Malibu Meadows entrance
Additionally, we’re seeking your creative input for this year’s parade theme. Submit your ideas while picking up your free seeds.
Finally, we’re in need of volunteers to help make our celebration a success. Whether you can lend a hand with setting up, organizing activities, or ensuring everything runs smoothly on the day, your contribution is invaluable.
So mark your calendars and join us on Sunday!
Warm regards,
The MNVCA
SMBAS Birding Malibu Lagoon Monthly Field Trips
ADULT WALK 8:30 A.M. – Beginner and experienced, 2-3 hours. Species range from 40 in June to 60-75 during migrations and winter.
Monte Nido Community Meeting
Attend the Monte Nido Community Meeting! (online on Zoom)
https://fox.zoom.us/wc/join/3109101330
Password: 133030
SMBAS Birding Malibu Lagoon Monthly Field Trips
ADULT WALK 8:30 A.M. – Beginner and experienced, 2-3 hours. Species range from 40 in June to 60-75 during migrations and winter.
Bird Walk at King Gillette Ranch
Bring your binoculars, bird guide, and/or camera and join us for an easy bird walk around the grounds of King Gillette Ranch. This area attracts many songbirds, water birds, woodpeckers, and raptors and we are always treated to something interesting.
SMBAS Birding Malibu Lagoon Monthly Field Trips
ADULT WALK 8:30 A.M. – Beginner and experienced, 2-3 hours. Species range from 40 in June to 60-75 during migrations and winter.
Malibu Creek State Park "Welcome Walk"
Join a Malibu Creek docent for an easy nature walk along the creek and under the oaks. We'll talk about the animals and plants found in the mountains, plus the park's unique history, including its movie making past.
Yoga on the Mountain at King Gillette Ranch
Find your center under the sycamore trees! Join instructors Greg and Dawn for a unique outdoor yoga experience with live acoustic music. All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your own yoga mat.
Adamson House Garden Tour
Join us at the Historic Adamson House, Friday's at 10:00am for our docent led garden tours, offering visitors a captivating experience amidst the breathtaking beauty of its meticulously designed gardens.
San Fernando Valley Audubon Bird Walk
Participants in this outing will enjoy a leisurely stroll along Malibu Creek, its oak and sycamore woodlands set amidst a stunning backdrop of chaparral-covered slopes and rocky buttes.
Adamson House Garden Tour
Join us at the Historic Adamson House, Friday's at 10:00am for our docent led garden tours, offering visitors a captivating experience amidst the breathtaking beauty of its meticulously designed gardens.
Monte Nido Community Meeting on Zoom
Attend the January Monte Nido Community Meeting on Zoom!
Monte Nido Community Roadside Trash Clean-up
Start the year off right!
Join MNVCA members for a community clean-up along Las Virgenes, Piuma, and Cold Canyon (16 yrs and up.) Younger children with adults who want to participate are encouraged to pick up any trash along their quiet neighboring streets. Safety vests and trash bags will be provided. Wear warm clothes, gloves, and sturdy shoes. Meet at the corner of Las Virgenes & Piuma.
Winter Solstice - Night sky gazing with a park ranger.
Astronomy Essentials - Winter Solstice
Telephone Town Hall with Congressman Brad Sherman
TOLL-FREE NUMBER 855-920-0548. Call between 7:00-8:15pm on Monday, Dec. 18th.
Telephone Town Halls allow you to participate without leaving your home. It’s like a large conference call where you will have a chance to hear Congressman Sherman’s opening remarks and then ask questions on any issue currently facing Congress.
(Brad Sherman, U.S representative for California’s 32nd congressional district)
GEOLOGY TOUR OF SANTA MONICA MOUNTAINS
GEOLOGY TOUR OF SANTA MONICA MOUNTAINS Saturday, December 16, 9am – 2pm.
Sponsored by California Native Plant Society (LA/SMM Chapter.)
After meeting at the NPS Visitor Center, we will car-pool to several rock outcrops along Mulholland Highway and hike partway up Calabasas Peak. Group size will be limited. The morning hike is about 1.3 mile roundtrip on a steep graded dirt road.
For more information and to enroll, send email message to trip leader Bill Neill at bgneill@earthlink.net.
Geminids Meteor Shower
The Geminids meteor shower, which peaks during mid-December each year, is considered to be one of the best and most reliable annual meteor showers. Geminid meteor numbers tend to intensify as evening deepens into late night, with the greatest number of Geminids likely falling an hour or two after midnight. The waxing crescent moon will set soon after sunset on both December 13 and 14. So, you’ll be able to watch the Geminids in a moonless sky.
Monte Nido Community Meeting & Holiday Gathering!
You are warmly invited to attend the MNVCA Holiday Gathering and Community Meeting on Tuesday, December 12th. (Location provided upon RSVP.) Hope to see you there!
"Night Visions" Wildlife Photography Presentation
Wildlife Photographer, Johanna Turner will discuss in detail the process of camera trapping, the adventures along the way, and what can be learned about wildlife from this kind of photography. Limited seating. Reservations required.
Webinar: TLC for Native Trees
Get insights into how to care for California’s native trees when they are in our gardens. Free Webinar from California Native Plant Society. Experts experienced with native plants.
Short Term Rental Ordinance
LAS VIRGENES HOMEOWNERS FEDERATION Invites you to attend a meeting to learn about LA County’s new Short-Term Rental Ordinance.
Arranging California native plants in bouquets, garlands and wreaths for the holidays!
Join the California Native Plant Society to learn more about arranging California native plants in bouquets, garlands, and wreaths for the holidays!
4th Annual Monte Nido Art Walk!
Guess what time of year it is?! Almost time for the 4th annual Monte Nido Art Walk! Dust off your easels, sweep your “studio” (garage?) floors and get ready for the super fun Saturday, November 11 Art Walk!
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