Dec. 18: Burritos for Charity; James Torme

1. The Forecast: Mostly Sunny, 64

There will be isolated showers in the morning; otherwise, it will be mostly sunny with a high near 64, according to the National Weather Service. Tonight, it will be mostly clear with a low around 36.

2. FREEBIRDS Pre-Opening Event

Agoura Hills (29125 Canwood St.) will partner with For The Troops from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and again at 5-7 p.m. The first 250 guests at each time slot will enjoy complimentary food and drinks in exchange for a minimum $5 donation to For The Troops.

3. Agoura Hills Beer Tasting Event at The Lab

Brewmaster Roger "Dr Hops" Bott as well as beer personality and certified cicerone Jace Milstead will guide the tasting, discussion and Q&A for eight different beers at 2 p.m. Each participant will get two full flights of beer (8 x 5oz tasters), a tour of the brewing facilities, discounted food, 20% off growlers and more. Admission is $20.

4. Open Mic Night at Center Stage Agoura

A Christmas Holiday Jam/Open Mic Night takes place at Center Stage Agoura from 6-10 p.m. Play solo, sing or jam with the house band. This is event is free and all ages are welcome.

5. A James Tormé Christmas Holiday Concert at the Canyon Club

Mel Torme's youngest son brings us home for the holidays and sings the holiday classic: “The Christmas Song” (also known as, “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire”). The evening promises to be a night of many firsts, as James will unveil never-before heard holiday tunes written by his dad, Mel, and James himself. Doors open at 6 p.m. for dinner. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. For ticket information, go to the club's web site.