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🌱 Will you experience Christmas Carols Unplugged by candlelight this Saturday?

Hello again Simi Valley! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Will you experience Christmas Carols Unplugged by candlelight this Saturday?
  • Why a tiny Simi Valley school is suddenly on hoops radar
  • Which Simi Valley New Year’s Eve party will you choose?

Also on today's calendar: Joytime Coffee at Hello Farmer (Warner Center Park) International Market and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: What did one astronaut stranded on the moon say to another? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly sunny and delightful, with a high of 74 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 71, low: 47.
  • Sunday: Sun through high clouds, with a high of 70 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Local Event: Christmas Carols Unplugged - An Evening of Reflection and Music @ Trinity Lutheran Church (patch.com) — Simi Valley residents are invited to a free “Christmas Carols Unplugged” candlelight concert at Trinity Lutheran Church this Saturday, Dec. 20, at 6 p.m., with in‑person seating and a YouTube livestream. The evening promises quiet, reflective Christmas music by world‑class vocalists and musicians in an intimate setting, offering a peaceful way to slow down and prepare for the holiday.
   

2. Jerzy Robinson's return from injury has been impressive on limited minutes (dailynews.com) — Local hoops fans will notice Simi Valley’s Grace program getting a shoutout as a rising small-school power, fresh off a CIF football title and hot basketball start. The piece also tracks standout performances from regional powers Sierra Canyon, Oaks Christian, and Thousand Oaks, spotlighting several top recruits and league contenders Simi Valley teams will likely face or follow this season.
   

3. Ring in 2026 with these Ventura County New Year's Eve celebrations (vcstar.com) — Several New Year’s Eve parties are planned right here in Simi Valley, from live ’80s and ’90s music at Harley’s Valley Bowl to a celebration at The Arena on Enchanted Way and a gala at the Reagan Library. The guide also highlights nearby Ventura County events, with reminders to confirm details and reservations before heading out for the big night.
   

4. News In Brief: Week of Dec. 18, 2025 (vcreporter.com) — A decades-old rape case near Simi Valley has been overturned after new DNA testing cleared the man originally convicted, with prosecutors and a judge now declaring him factually innocent. The same news roundup also highlights rising e‑bike crashes in Camarillo, a major state grant for local farm education programs, and a Ventura teen police explorer opportunity for area students.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Please consider adopting a cat or kitten for the Holidays.
    Valley Cats Rescue is filled to capacity with so many wonderful choices. They are open every weekend from Noon to 4 PM and during the week by… (Nextdoor Avalon Simi Valley)
  • Neighbors a car buying reality most people learn too late
    A “5-star dealer” can still give you a bad deal. Reviews measure experience, not price structure. I’ve seen highly rated dealers overcharge thousands… (Nextdoor White Oak)
  • SPAR posted a job opening for Furniture Assembly Technician California in Simi Valley. Apply here.
  • Denny's Corporation posted a job opening for Restaurant Manager - Franchise in Simi Valley. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Simi Valley here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

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