Sylvie Belmond

Big Hair, Bigger Laughs: Simi Valley’s ‘Hairspray’ Is the Must-See Musical Event of the Season!

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• The Arts

Big Hair, Bigger Laughs: Simi Valley’s ‘Hairspray’ Is the Must-See Musical Event of the Season!

Sylvie Belmond May 12, 2025 1200

(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) — The music is pumping. The hairspray is flying. And the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center is buzzing with excitement. The Broadway smash Hairspray...

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Simi Valley’s Future Leaders Just Planted Roots—Literally

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• Community

Simi Valley’s Future Leaders Just Planted Roots—Literally

Sylvie Belmond May 8, 2025 1011

Community members wrap 10-month civic program with tree-planting project at Free Clinic (CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) — They came to learn about Simi Valley. They leave having helped...

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Simi Valley Police Step Up for Mental Health Awareness

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• Law Enforcement

Simi Valley Police Step Up for Mental Health Awareness

Sylvie Belmond May 8, 2025 867

Community members, first responders and families unite May 17 to promote healing and expand access to mental health care (Sylvie Belmond | CLAIR – Simi Valley, CA) — Everyone...

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Puppy Eyes or Rosie’s Calm Gaze? Meet the Dogs That Need You Now More Than Ever

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• Pets & Forever Friends

Puppy Eyes or Rosie’s Calm Gaze? Meet the Dogs That Need You Now More Than Ever

Sylvie Belmond May 8, 2025 540

(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) — The Camarillo Animal Shelter is bursting at the seams—138% kennel capacity and counting. That means dogs are doubling up, resources are stretched, and...

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Mayor Cavanaugh Shares the Big Vision for Simi Valley—Here’s What You’ll Hear on May 28

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• Government

Mayor Cavanaugh Shares the Big Vision for Simi Valley—Here’s What You’ll Hear on May 28

Sylvie Belmond May 7, 2025 693

(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) — This year’s State of the City Address will not simply review civic statistics—it will plant seeds of vision and hope. Part reflection, part...

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Health, Music, and Community—Simi Valley’s Wellness Expo Brings It All Together

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• Community

Health, Music, and Community—Simi Valley’s Wellness Expo Brings It All Together

Sylvie Belmond May 7, 2025 585

(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) — “Come Experience New Services & Products” isn’t just a theme—it’s an invitation to explore what’s new in local wellness. The 2025 Wellness Expo,...

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The Most Inspiring Women’s Event in Simi This Month Is Also the Most Fun

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• Editor's Pick

The Most Inspiring Women’s Event in Simi This Month Is Also the Most Fun

Sylvie Belmond May 6, 2025 731

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No Sirens, No Speeches—Just Coffee: A Chance For Residents To Meet Their Simi Valley Police

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• Community

No Sirens, No Speeches—Just Coffee: A Chance For Residents To Meet Their Simi Valley Police

Sylvie Belmond May 6, 2025 711

SVPD officers are showing up—in schools, at events and in emergencies—to help, listen and protect (CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) — There’s no podium. No fanfare. Just representatives from...

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She’s More Than a Teacher—How Carolyn Diederich Prepares Kids for Life

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• Schools

She’s More Than a Teacher—How Carolyn Diederich Prepares Kids for Life

Sylvie Belmond May 6, 2025 594

Pictured from the left at Mountain View Elementary School are: Ryan Valencia, District Director for Assemblywoman Jacqui Irwin; Shere Grant from Grand Canyon University; Ryan Fowler, SVEF Board Member;...

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Adopt a Dog and Skip the Fees—Fall in Love Instead

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• Pets & Forever Friends

Adopt a Dog and Skip the Fees—Fall in Love Instead

Sylvie Belmond May 3, 2025 737

Take home a new best friend this weekend (CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) — Overcrowded kennels, wagging tails and hopeful eyes—Ventura County Animal Services is full, and that means...

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