Dear Neighbors, Friends & Fellow Democrats,
While we are disturbed by the number of Americans who decided to cast their votes for President-elect Donald Trump over Vice President Kamala Harris this year, we remain encouraged by the enthusiasm and hard work performed by dedicated volunteers within our Malibu community and across the nation to help elect Democrats. The fight continues onward, and we are prepared to do our part to defend the inhabitants, institutions, and interests of the United States and our allies abroad.
This election cycle, over one hundred volunteers from Malibu hand-wrote over ten thousand postcards, called hundreds of thousands of voters, canvassed across neighboring battleground congressional districts and swing states to knock on many additional thousands of doors, and helped raise over one million dollars for Democratic candidates. Additionally, Malibu Democrats spent hundreds of hours speaking directly with voters and distributing voter registration forms and election information on Sundays at the Malibu Farmers Market.
Congratulations to Malibu’s U.S. Representative Brad Sherman (CA-32), California State Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (AD-42), our newly-elected U.S. Senator Adam Schiff, Congressmember-elect George Whitesides (CA-27), and all other victorious candidates who voters entrusted with the great responsibility of representing our shared values and accomplishing our common goals. We look forward to continuing to work with Sen. Schiff, Rep. Sherman, Asm. Irwin, and our other elected officials to address ongoing local issues such as improving PCH and public safety, strengthening fire prevention and response, and protecting our environment and open spaces.
Locally, while county election officials will continue to count votes until the end of the month, Bruce Silverstein, Steve Uhring, and Haylynn Conrad currently lead the field of Malibu City Council candidates. We thank each of the candidates who participated in our Malibu Democratic Club forum in October, congratulate the to-be-certified winners, and trust that they will each do their best to serve Malibu. We also congratulate the committee supporting our local school facilities bond, Measure MM, which appears to have passed.
We extend our gratitude to President Joe Biden, California’s own Vice President Kamala Harris, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, and all of the Democratic candidates and grassroots volunteers across the country for their service and commitment to defending democracy. Faced against candidates promoting hate, division, and falsehoods, history will remember that Democrats stood on the side of justice, unity, and truth.
We especially thank our partners at Grassroots Democrats HQ and Westside Democratic HQ for all of the incredible work that they do, and for consistently supporting our volunteer efforts in Malibu.
If you are feeling afraid or vulnerable in the aftermath of this election for any reason, please know that we at the Malibu Democratic Club are here to foster community, support those at risk and in need, and provide information on other helpful resources and organizations.
We will continue to host monthly Board meetings and organize regular events throughout non-election years, and invite you to join the club or renew your annual membership to support our ongoing efforts to be of service while fighting to protect our democracy, our rights, and our freedoms. We will soon resume our monthly hikes and gatherings to more closely unite our Malibu Democratic community, and continue to send out periodic email updates highlighting upcoming events and other useful information.
We wish you joy over the final months of 2024 and during whichever holidays you choose to observe and celebrate.
In solidarity & with gratitude,
Gina Muscatel, Co-President, Malibu Democratic Club
Hap Henry, Co-President, Malibu Democratic Club
Marilyn Green, Volunteer Chair, Malibu Democratic Club
Mar
31
Sun
2019
JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH
Directed by Julia Holland
Musical Direction by Andy Gladbach
Choreography by Steven Nielsen
Sundays at 2:00 pm
March 3 thru April 7, 2019
Assistance League Theatre, 1367 North St. Andrew Place, Los Angeles, CA 90028-8592
Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach features a wickedly tuneful score by the Tony & Academy Award-winning team of Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (Dear Evan Hansen, La La Land, The Greatest Showman)and a curiously quirky book by Timothy Allen McDonald. Critics rave: James and the Giant Peach is a “masterpeach!” When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down their old fruit tree, he discovers a magic potion that results in a tremendous peach… and launches a journey of enormous proportions. Suddenly, James finds himself in the center of the gigantic peach, among human-sized insects with equally oversized personalities, but after it falls from the tree and rolls into the ocean, the group faces hunger, sharks and plenty of disagreements. A magical, musical production for the whole family to enjoy! |
SUNDAY, MARCH 31 – FOR PROPERTY OWNERS
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm – Rebuild Presentation
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm – Open Counter Hours
The Malibu Planning Department will hold a Rebuild Workshop and Consultation on March 31 with multiple departments and agencies providing assistance and resources to Malibu residents who are going through the rebuilding process following the Woolsey Fire.
The workshop is open to anyone to attend. The workshop on Sunday, March 31, 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM, is geared toward property owners.
Representatives from all the City departments of Planning, Building Safety, Geology, Biology, Public Works and Environmental Health as well as other agencies, including the L.A. County Fire Department, Waterworks District 29 and Southern California Edison will be participating. The workshop will consist of brief updates from each department and a Q&A session
The workshop will be immediately followed by open counter hours staffed by each department or agency for one-on-one project-specific consultations, so that attendees can immediately take steps with staff to move their process forward. No appointments are necessary.
Friday, March 29 – 7:00 pm
Saturday, March 30 – 3:00 pm
Saturday, March 30 – 7:00 pm
Sunday, March 31 – 3:00 pm
Friday, April 5 – 7:00 pm
Saturday, April 6 – 3:00 pm
Saturday, April 6 – 7:00 pm
Sunday, April 7 – 3:00 pm
DESCRIPTION
Matilda is the story of an extraordinary girl genius armed with a sharp mind and a vivid imagination who dares to take a stand and change her destiny. With the help of her kindly teacher (and a little magic), this miraculous girl proves that everyone has the power to change their story
For a complete cast list, visit: www.OnceUponaTimeTheater.org
LOCATION
Malibu Playhouse, 29243 PCH, Malibu, CA 90265
Once Upon a Time Theater, a non-profit based in Malibu, produces one full scale production of musical theater per year, and one three week intensive summer workshop production, generally in July.
The Once Upon a Time Theater Association
Melissa Smith, President
Mary Ruth Hughes, Treasurer
Kim Cunningham, Secretary
Lon Porter, Isabelle Fox, Members at Large
Once Upon a Time Theater produces one full scale production of musical theater per year, and one three week intensive summer workshop production, generally in July.
Once Upon a Time Theater, a California nonprofit unincorporated association
Taxpayer Identification Number: 81-4646396
28905 Wight Road, Malibu CA 90265
You are cordially invited to a Birthday Party for Ted Lieu on Sunday, March 31, 3-5 pm, at a home in Santa Monica. Ted has not only represented us well in Congress. He worked tirelessly to help others and flip the House in 2018. Let’s help Ted celebrate his birthday, and help him get re-elected in 2020.
If you are a member of a Democratic Club, there is a beneficial suggested contribution for Ted’s Party of $ 75 (rather than $ 150) per guest. (If you would like to attend and that is a hardship for you, such as for those who lost their homes in the Woolsey Fire, let me know.)
If you want to join or renew your membership in the Malibu Democratic Club, you can do so instantly by simply clicking on the link below, or going to the “Join” Button on the Home Page of this Website. (Annual membership dues are: Individuals: $30; Seniors: $ 25; Students: $15; and Families: $45. *** Note: 2019 Membership Dues are waived for those who lost their homes in the Woolsey Fire.***) It’s important for us all to join together in these next 2 years to take back the White House; flip the Senate; keep the House, and ensure our state and local governments make changes that will vastly improve their ability to save lives and protect our homes during wildfires and other disasters. We’ll be working to help that happen.
To join or renew your membership in the Malibu Democratic Club:
When: Sunday, March 31, 3 – 5 pm
Where: The Ling-Song Residence in Santa Monica,
address provided upon RSVP.
Contributions are not tax deductible for federal income tax purposes.
Paid for by
Tel Lieu for Congress ID # C00556506 and
The Malibu Democratic Club ID # C00405795
Not printed. Produced in house.
Ted Lieu for Congress may accept contributions from individuals and unincorporated businesses and federal PACs of $2,800 per election (the Primary and General are separate elections). Qualified federal multicandidate PACs may contribute up to $5,000 per election. Corporate and labor union contributions are not permitted by law. Federal government contractors and foreign nationals are also prohibited from making contributions to this committee. Federal law requires us to use our best efforts to collect and report the name, mailing address, occupation and name of employer of individuals whose contributions exceed $200 in a calendar year.
Apr
3
Wed
2019
The Taming of the Shrew
presented by Pepperdine Theatre Department
written by William Shakespeare, directed by Scott Alan Smith
Wednesday – Friday evening, April 3-5, at 7:30 pm. Saturday, April 6, matinee at 2:00 pm.
Smothers Theatre
The Pepperdine Theatre Department’s production of The Taming of the Shrew promises to be anything but tame. In this unbridled new spin on Shakespeare’s comedic battle of the sexes, themes of cross-dressing, gender roles, love, power, relationships, and companionship are explored and raucous heights are reached when the shrew is truly put on the other foot . . . Scott Alan Smith directs Andrew Borba’s celebrated version that thrilled audiences at the famed Chautauqua Theatre Company.
Join a talk back with the actors and director after the Wednesday performance.
Box Office
You can buy tickets online, at by Clicking Here, or at
The Pepperdine Center for the Arts Box Office, open Monday through Friday, noon to 5 PM, and two hours prior to most performances. Tel: 310 506 4522.
Apr
4
Thu
2019
The Taming of the Shrew
presented by Pepperdine Theatre Department
written by William Shakespeare, directed by Scott Alan Smith
Wednesday – Friday evening, April 3-5, at 7:30 pm. Saturday, April 6, matinee at 2:00 pm.
Smothers Theatre
The Pepperdine Theatre Department’s production of The Taming of the Shrew promises to be anything but tame. In this unbridled new spin on Shakespeare’s comedic battle of the sexes, themes of cross-dressing, gender roles, love, power, relationships, and companionship are explored and raucous heights are reached when the shrew is truly put on the other foot . . . Scott Alan Smith directs Andrew Borba’s celebrated version that thrilled audiences at the famed Chautauqua Theatre Company.
Join a talk back with the actors and director after the Wednesday performance.
Box Office
You can buy tickets online, at by Clicking Here, or at
The Pepperdine Center for the Arts Box Office, open Monday through Friday, noon to 5 PM, and two hours prior to most performances. Tel: 310 506 4522.
Apr
5
Fri
2019
Friday, April 5 – 7:00 pm
Saturday, April 6 – 3:00 pm
Saturday, April 6 – 7:00 pm
Sunday, April 7 – 3:00 pm
DESCRIPTION
Matilda is the story of an extraordinary girl genius armed with a sharp mind and a vivid imagination who dares to take a stand and change her destiny. With the help of her kindly teacher (and a little magic), this miraculous girl proves that everyone has the power to change their story
For a complete cast list, visit: www.OnceUponaTimeTheater.org
Once Upon a Time Theater, a non-profit based in Malibu, produces one full scale production of musical theater per year, and one three week intensive summer workshop production, generally in July.
Once Upon a Time Theater, a California nonprofit unincorporated association
Taxpayer Identification Number: 81-4646396
28905 Wight Road, Malibu CA 90265
The Taming of the Shrew
presented by Pepperdine Theatre Department
written by William Shakespeare, directed by Scott Alan Smith
Wednesday – Friday evening, April 3-5, at 7:30 pm. Saturday, April 6, matinee at 2:00 pm.
Smothers Theatre
The Pepperdine Theatre Department’s production of The Taming of the Shrew promises to be anything but tame. In this unbridled new spin on Shakespeare’s comedic battle of the sexes, themes of cross-dressing, gender roles, love, power, relationships, and companionship are explored and raucous heights are reached when the shrew is truly put on the other foot . . . Scott Alan Smith directs Andrew Borba’s celebrated version that thrilled audiences at the famed Chautauqua Theatre Company.
Join a talk back with the actors and director after the Wednesday performance.
Box Office
You can buy tickets online, at by Clicking Here, or at
The Pepperdine Center for the Arts Box Office, open Monday through Friday, noon to 5 PM, and two hours prior to most performances. Tel: 310 506 4522.
Apr
6
Sat
2019
The First 100 Days: A Town Hall with Rep Karen Bass
Sat, April 6th
10am – noon
Vista Del Mar Child + Family Services
3200 Motor Ave
LA, CA 90034
RSVP: https://bass.house.gov/first100 or by calling (323) 965-1422
California’s 37th District covers from West LA and Culver City to Downtown LA, north up to Beverly Hills and south to Inglewood.
Here in Malibu we are represented by our great Congressman Ted Lieu. But LA also has some other great Members of Congress covering neighboring or nearby districts, including Adam Schiff and Karen Bass. Here’s your opportunity to get to know Karen Bass and hear her views of what it’s like in DC these days!
“No one gives better Town Hall than Congresswoman Bass. I don’t know what it is. Maybe how she organizes the questions. Or speaks the truth. I remember back in 2017, when I was at my lowest, I went to hear her speak. It was at the Holman United Methodist Church. She lifted me up that day. I walked out of that sanctuary rejuvenated, motivated, galvanized to do more, organize more, show up more. She’s doing it again this weekend. She holding a town hall to discuss what’s happening in DC and what her plans are for this year. Don’t miss it. She’ll make you feel good.” Jennifer Levin
BIO
Congressmember Karen Bass was re-elected to her fifth term representing California’s 37th Congressional District in November of 2018. Later that month, she was elected by her peers to serve as the Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), which boasts a historic 55 members in the 116th Congress. Congressmember Bass also serves as Chair of the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights, and International Organizations and as a member on the House Judiciary Committee.
Prior to serving in Congress, Congressmember Bass made history as the first-ever African American woman to serve as Speaker of any state assembly. In this powerful state legislative role, she helped California to recover from the greatest economic crisis since the Great Depression, for which she won the 2010 John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award.
Congressmember Bass grew up in the Venice/Fairfax area of Los Angeles, which is the same area she represents today in Congress. She is a graduate of California State Dominguez Hills, theUniversity of Southern California’s School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program, and theUSC Masters Program in Social Work.
