Momsday, More Pertussis and a Cupcake Crawl

The week began following a win for Green Bay in Super Bowl XL, thanks in part to former Agoura High linebacker Clay Matthews, along with Patch news of AOL's Huffington Post purchase. The beginning of February also found a desperate housewife hit with four felony counts and a stereo thief admittedly on the psilocybin mushroom.  

Here's a recap of what happened in Agoura Hills, as well as some announcements and upcoming events to look forward to. 

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Perhaps the biggest story of the week was . Green Bay held off a charging Pittsburgh team thanks to Clay Matthews. Live from Arlington, Texas, Regional Sports Editor Chris R. Vaccaro checked in with the linebacker and former Charger after the game on Sunday.

This week's Deidre's Dish,  rose quickly to Top 5. Kristina Goldberg's brushes have touched everyone from Twilight actor Jackson Rathbone to 2011 Tournament of Roses Queen Evanne Friedmann. 

With Feb. 14 just around the corner, Laura Moss offered up an easy V-Day recipe, , in this week's Mind Over Platter. 

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Nothing says Valentine's like a bright red cake with cream cheese frosting. Resident foodie Emily Capretta, alongside trend guru Jessica Hagy, found the best red velvet treats in and around Agoura Hills in The Craving's . 

Martial arts instructor Doralee Rees demonstrates ways that a child can defend himself or herself against a physical attack in . Patch's Susan Pascal investigated what the community is doing to prevent and handle this serious problem.

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We debuted our Moms Talk Q&A on Wednesday with this question:. The issue sparked a conversation amongst local moms. We invite you and your circle of friends to help build a community of support for mothers and their families right here in Agoura Hills. Check back on Wednesday for our next question.

The Weekly Dig was all about of both the male and female variety—from browsing Trader Joe's prepared food section for single guys to getting familiar with "downward dog" at Bikram Yoga. It's not too late to nail down that Valentine.

Our new Thursday feature, Bites Nearby, reviewed Agoura Hills' newest eatery, . The all-breakfast (and more) restaurant opened on Monday next to the new Trader Joe's on Canwood Road. Emily Capretta was a fan.

Mark Your Calendar:

Valentine's Day is on Monday. Are you ready? If you are scrambling for places to go and gifts to give, Patch has your back. For lovey-dovey dining options in Agoura Hills, check out our . And for the sweets, learn how to make chocolate-dipped strawberries from , or partake in a  for a variety of red velvet treats in and around town.

LA County Fire Department CERT will be leading a Disaster Fire Suppression training from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Agoura Hills Civic Center on Tuesday. The free seminar will touch on fire chemistry and basic fire suppression, identify potential fire hazards, and offer firefighting resources and techniques.

, a life coaching resource for men in Agoura Hills, is sponsoring a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, to benefit Children’s Hospital/Los Angeles. Men and women are invited to participate in the drive at 5030 Chesebro Rd. The blood mobile will be situated in the parking in front of the office building.