March 20: First Day of Spring and Happy Purim

1. The Forecast: Rain, 60

Rain with thunderstorms also possible after 11 a.m., according to the National Weather Service. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall.  The high will near 60, dropping to a low of 43.  It will be windy, with a southeast wind at 15 to 20 miles per hour, increasing to between 25 and 30 miles per hour. Watch out for gusts as high as 40 mph. 

2.  First day of spring

Spring has sprung, though it may not feel much like it.  Celebrate the season indoors with Eternal Love at the Ascension Lutheran Church (1600 E Hillcrest Dr, Thousand Oaks) with the Los Robles Master Chorale and Los Robles Children's Choir in a joint concert beginning at 4 p.m. Eternal Love will feature separate and combined performances by LRMC’s full chorale, the 26-voice Consort Singers, and LRCC’s Bel Canto and Amadeus Choirs. Advance tickets are $22, $20 student/senior/group rate for 6 or more, and a special advance-purchase family package of $50 for 2 adults and 2 children ages 12 and under. All tickets $25 the day of the concert. For more information, call 805-526-SING (7464).

3. Happy Purim!

Today is the first day of Purim, and Agoura Hills will be having its very own carnival marking the occasion.  The Chabad of the Conejo will be holding a Purim Carnival Sunday at from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.  The fun-filled event will include games, prizes, rides, booths and delicious kosher food.

4. Teen trip to a Clippers Game

A shuttle will be departing from the at 8:30 a.m., and teens will be transported to the Staples Center, where the Clippers will play against the Phoenix Suns. Prior to the game, teens can sit on the court and watch the players warm up. The cost is $60.

5. Help homeless pets

The Tails on Trails fundraiser takes place at Arroyo Vista Park, 4550 Tierra Rejada Rd. in Moorpark from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The proceeds from this pet carnival help benefit Tiny Loving Canine’s work with the homeless pet population. Admission is free.