Nelson Buss will be discussing the upcoming 45th Annual Thousand Oaks Chili Cook-Off, Car Show & Craft Brew Festival on Sunday, May 1st from 12pm to 5pm at Conejo Creek Park North. They will have over 40 chili tasting booths – and included with your general admission is FREE unlimited Chili Tasting. AND, returning once more is the wildly popular Craft Brew Festival – an event within an event – with a multitude of participating breweries! As always, there will be a Classic & Custom Car Show in several style and vintage categories. Sample the chili, enjoy the variety of food, try some craft beers, take in the music, hang out in the Kids Zone – just bring the whole family! The Chili Cook-Off is proudly presented by the Rotary Club of Thousand Oaks with 100% of the net proceeds going to Local charities. Visit www.chili-cook-off.com to purchase tickets in advance.
Justin Bethoney is the author of “The Mental Wellness Diet: Ancient Wisdom – Evolving Science – Modern-day Options”, and currently operates a private practice as a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Bend, OR. His practice focuses on helping both children and adults overcome common mental illness symptoms through a combination of therapy, health coaching, and limited/as needed psychiatric medications. In practicing psychiatry for the past 10 years, Justin has gained a greater understanding of the connections between the mind and body. Justin also publishes regular blog articles and social media posts to help explain the connections between our diet & lifestyle and our mental and emotional well-being.
Todd Patkin is the author of “Finding Happiness”, and the creator of the “12 Weeks To Living A Happier Life Program”. Todd’s 12 week program was built on the theory that significant lifestyle transformation can be achieved one simple change at a time. Todd grew up in Needham, Massachusetts. After graduating from Tufts University, he joined the family business and spent the next eighteen years helping to grow it to new heights. After it was purchased by Advance Auto Parts in 2005, he was free to focus on his main passions: philanthropy and giving back to the community, spending time with family and friends, and helping more people learn how to be happy. Todd lives with his wonderful wife, Yadira.
Dr. Ilan Shapiro is the Medical Director of Health Education and Wellness at AltaMed. COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations among children in the U.S. rose to record levels with the spread of the Omicron variant. Though COVID-19 infections in children can range from mild cold-like symptoms to long-term respiratory problems, many parents still have questions about whether a COVID vaccine is an appropriate choice to make for their child’s health. Dr. Shapiro will be discussing the impact of COVID on children and teens, the myths and misinformation about vaccines, the anticipated vaccine authorization for children under age 5, and provide insights on a variety of COVID-related topics.
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