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Expanding Horizons: How Malibu Can Implement More Recreational Spaces

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Malibu Bluffs Park stands as the improved permanent location for the community skatepark April 25. The City of Malibu broke ground for the skatepark as part of the Community Lands project earlier this month, Mayor Pro Tem Marianne Riggins said. Photo by Sydnie Nuss Despite its scenic beauty and outdoor living, Malibu faces a lack of community recreation spaces. Its location … [Read more...] about Expanding Horizons: How Malibu Can Implement More Recreational Spaces

Wellness and Community Take Root Through Pilates

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Be Kind Studios opens its third location in Malibu on Sept. 14. Its two additional locations are in Calabasas and West Hollywood. Photo by Cristal Soto Pilates is helping Malibu residents strengthen more than just their core. The low-impact, strength-based practice is helping pilate students build connections, confidence and balance. Junior Isabella Cavera said pilates … [Read more...] about Wellness and Community Take Root Through Pilates

Calabasas Coffee House Brews Community

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Owner of Calabasas Coffee House, Ian Metrose, greets a customer as they enter the coffee shop Sept. 24. Metrose said his goal in opening the shop has always been to build a community. Photos by Amanda Monahan After moving to town a few years ago, Calabasas local Ian Metrose said he felt something was missing — community. This desire to build community led to the opening of … [Read more...] about Calabasas Coffee House Brews Community

Opinion: The ‘You Don’t Owe Anyone Anything’ Mentality is Stupid

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Transparency item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. There has been a noticeable societal shift toward the idea that “you don’t owe anyone anything” (YDOAA). At its core, this message is about boundaries. It is meant to be a reminder to prioritize yourself, to stop people … [Read more...] about Opinion: The ‘You Don’t Owe Anyone Anything’ Mentality is Stupid

Pepperdine Serves Local Communities at 37th Step Forward Day

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Students wearing matching Step Forward Day T-shirts sit with their service project groups in the Ampitheatre on Sept. 6. Volunteers from across the Pepperdine community signed up for over two dozen service projects for this year's day of service. Photos by Melissa Houston Over 550 members of the Pepperdine community came together to serve those in need across Malibu, Ventura … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Serves Local Communities at 37th Step Forward Day