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Feel the zen as you gaze upon our yard of the month!  It's amazing the power a well-designed yard can have over our emotions, and this yard is no exception. Purposefully landscaped to exude peace and tranquility, this yard truly has the power to transport you and has long been a favorite of ours. It was important to homeowners Warren and Guyla Glennemeier that their home be a place of harmony. A true mix of yin and yang, the clean lines and sharp edges of the home and hardscape evoke a sense of strength and structure, while gardens lush with vibrant shades of green and subtle pops of color emanate a sense of nature's own unyielding power. Balance is often a fine line, but this yard manages to tip toe it beautifully. Lining the home and juxtaposed against it's smooth, grey stucco walls, grows a menagerie of plants and flowers. Man Ferns and Birds of Paradise grow tall, creating a wild, jungle like aura, while Spider Plants, Coleus, African Iris, Texas Sage, Ivy, and Begonias compliment the look, their various heights providing depth. As you walk along the path to the front door a serene trickle of water can be heard, its source nearly hidden by the dense fauna. Pygmy Palms stretch along the courtyard wall, while a singular Silver Birch grows tall and proud in the very front of the yard. We mentioned the use of clean lines before, and we would be remiss to not elaborate. Viewing the entirety of the home you will see this aesthetic repeated, most notably on the mailbox, driveway, garage door, side gate, and front door. Even the crisp concrete edges of the retaining wall and walkway stairs add to the cohesiveness. Truly, no detail was overlooked in the design of this home! Thank you to the Glennemeier's for allowing us to feature your stunning home! Brought to you by:  Jessica Carter l DRE #01490419  l 818.590.4246 l JessicaCarterHomes@gmail.com www.JessicaCarterHomes.com   "Your Fountainwood neighbor and local area specialist"

Question: What Repairs Do I Need to Make Before I Sell My Home? Answer: None! That being said, addressing certain issues can help your home sell faster and at a better price. Focus on repairs that buyers might see as red flags; things like fixing leaks, addressing structural problems, or repairing broken fixtures. Even small fixes, such as patching holes in walls or painting the front door, can drastically improve your home’s appeal. While making some repairs can help your home sell faster and at a better price, there’s also a strong market for homes that are complete fixers or simply in need of a little TLC. We have seen many people undervalue their home due to it "needing work", and they are often shocked when they learn the actual market value. We take an individualized approach to each sale and there is no one-size-fits-all answer. If you are thinking about making a move and are curious how to get the most "bang for your buck", give us a call. Brought to you by:  Jessica Carter l DRE #01490419  l 818.590.4246 l JessicaCarterHomes@gmail.com www.JessicaCarterHomes.com   "Your Fountainwood neighbor and local area specialist"

If brunch is your favorite meal of the day, you MUST visit the newest restaurant in Whizin Market Square, Sunrose California Eatery. This eatery has it all- good vibes, good eats, and an extensive drink menu. As you enter, the decor sets the tone straight away. Clean lines and warm, minimalistic,  touches create a cozy and inviting  atmosphere. Savor a Matcha Latte and a book while curled up on a couch in the “coffee house” nook,  meet up with friends at the bar for lunch cocktails, or take the family out for a casual Saturday morning brunch. Whatever your dining need may be, Sunrose has a vibe for that! Just as tasty as it is trendy, much of the menu is made fresh in-house daily, including their pastries and dressings. However, their unique touches to common dishes is what really sets them apart from other establishments. Take their breakfast sandwich, for instance (one of our favorites!). The addition of garlic aioli and avocado takes your basic bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich and elevates it to a new level. You’ll find every dish on the menu has been given these tasty little twists. Trust us, one bite and you’ll want to try everything on the menu! Sunrose is located at 5046 Cornell Road and is open daily. Market and Cafe hours are 7 am to 3pm and Restaurant and Bar hours are 8 am to 3 pm. For more information and to view their menu, visit their website here. Brought to you by:  Jessica Carter l DRE #01490419  l 818.590.4246 l JessicaCarterHomes@gmail.com www.JessicaCarterHomes.com   "Your Fountainwood neighbor and local area specialist"

The city of Agoura Hills is offering a one-time $1,000 grant to incentivize home owners to participate in the Resource Conservation District of the Santa Monica Mountains (RCD) Home Ignition Zone Evaluation Program (HIZEP). Before applying to receive a grant, homeowners must first complete the HIZEP. Once awarded a grant, those funds must then be used to address issues that came up in the evaluation. The program will run for as long as there are available funds, and it is on a first come, first served basis, so don't delay and apply today! The following information comes straight from The City of Agoura Hills Website. Click on this link if you wish to read the information straight from the source. We always write these stories using our own words, but given the specifics of this topic, we thought it best to directly quote the source material. Per the City of Agoura Hills Website: Grant Eligibility: You must be the legal property owner on record Property is located within the City limits Must have participated in the RCD's HIZEP and received a report Be in compliance with all applicable health, building, zoning, subdivision, licensing history preservation, environmental, planning and land use laws, and regulations Be currant on all taxes and fees owed to the City of Agoura Hills Have no liens connected to the property The Requirements to Participate in the Grant Program: Participation in the RCD's HIZEP Possession of a RCD HIZEP report An estimate of either a home hardening technology/product installation or service Completion of the City of Agoura Hills Home Hardening Wildfire Resiliency Incentive Grant Application Execute the City of Agoura Hills Home Hardening Wildfire Resiliency Incentive Grant Program Grant Agreement Grant agreements will require the property owner to keep and maintain the home hardening technology for five years from the City's grant agreement termination period, June 30, 2025 *Grant applicants may not begin identified improvement or technology installation until a notice to proceed is given by the City. The Home Hardening Technologies the City Grant Program Will Allow Are: Home Hardening Technologies- Fire Resistant Vents Rain Gutter Covers Plant Removal (Fire ignitable vegetation) Home Hardening Technologies- Fire Wise Landscape Plant Materials Home Hardening Services- Fire Wise Landscape Design Services Home Hardening Services- Fire Wise Landscape Installation (MUST be installed by a professional) Fence Replacement (Noncombustible materials) How To Apply: Complete and submit the City of Agoura Hills Home Hardening Wildfire Resiliency Incentive Grant Application Possess and submit a RCD HIZEP report with your grant application Present with your application documentation showing an estimate of either a home hardening technology/product installation or service application. Click on this link to see how to submit the application and documents to the city. When will I receive my grant? Grants will be provided on a reimbursement basis after all documents and agreements are fully executed, and the home hardening technology installation or service has been verified. Again, funding for this program is limited. Once the money is gone, it is gone. So if this program is of interest to you, don't hesitate to start the process! Brought to you by:  Jessica Carter l DRE #01490419  l 818.590.4246 l JessicaCarterHomes@gmail.com www.JessicaCarterHomes.com   "Your Fountainwood neighbor and local area specialist"

Do you love summer? Do you hate mosquitos? Do you wish you could enjoy your summer nights minus the presence of said mosquitos? Well read on then, friend! Our Fountainwood neighbors Gali and Celine are on a mission to make our neighborhood a mosquito free zone, one stick of Frank's Skeeter Sticks incense at a time. There are few things Gali loves more in this world than spending warm summer evenings outside with her family. There's just one problem: mosquitos. Those little terrors sure do know how to ruin an evening, you don't need us to tell you how bad they can get here. In an effort to reclaim her yard, Gali gave all the "get rid of mosquitos" hacks a go, and she found the only thing that seemed to keep them at bay was smoke. And with that, an idea and a dream was born. Teaming up with Celine, these friends and neighbors got to work and created Frank's Skeeter Sticks, the all-natural way to defend your yard and body from skeeter attacks! Frank's Skeeter Sticks are DEET-free and are infused with potent essential oils that are known mosquito repellants. Oils such as Rosemary, Peppermint, Citronella, and Lemongrass are used to deter these little homewreckers. Bonus: they smell great, too. Each extra large stick can burn for up to 8 hours and creates a 12 foot radius of skeeter free safety for you and your family. Interested? Visit FranksSkeeterSticks.com to order! Brought to you by:  Jessica Carter l DRE #01490419  l 818.590.4246 l JessicaCarterHomes@gmail.com www.JessicaCarterHomes.com   "Your Fountainwood neighbor and local area specialist"

They say the dinner you eat before running a race should be one-third lean protein and two-thirds starch. So for any Great Race runners out there, this one’s for you! Not trying to carb load? You’ll still find it tasty! Creamy Shrimp Pasta Ingredients 1lb Angel Hair Pasta (Or whatever pasta you prefer. Original recipe calls for linguine) 1lb Large Raw Shrimp peeled & deveined (21-25 count) 1 Tbsp Olive Oil 1/2 Medium Onion finely chopped 2 Tbsp Butter 1 Minced Garlic Clove 1/3 cup White Wine 2 cups Whipping Cream 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan Cheese 1/2 tsp Sea Salt 1/4 tsp Black Pepper 1/4 tsp Paprika 1 Tbsp Parsley for garnish Instructions 1. Add pasta to salted boiling water and cook according to package directions. Drain without rinsing and set aside. 2. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook over medium/high heat with 1 Tbsp of olive oil and cook until no longer translucent. Remove to a separate dish to prevent overcooking. 3. In the same pan, add 2 Tbsp butter with onion and sauté until soft. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. stir in white wine and boil down until only 25% of liquid is left. 4. Stir in cream and bring to a light boil and simmer for 2 mins. Sprinkle in cheese and stir until smooth. Simmer then turn off heat and season with more salt, pepper, and paprika to taste. 5. Stir in pasta and shrimp, tossing until everything is coated. Top with parsley and more parmesan. This recipe is delicious as is, or we like to jazz it up with sauteed spinach and/or sun-dried tomatoes. Get creative with it! You can find the original recipe from its online source here. Brought to you by: Jessica Carter l DRE #01490419 l 818.590.4246 l JessicaCarterHomes@gmail.com www.JessicaCarterHomes.com "Your Fountainwood neighbor and local area specialist"

It's that time of year again! Time for hundreds of sweaty runners (including myself, hi, Amanda here!) to pound our streets in hopes of glory and PRs. If you have lived here awhile you know the drill, but if you are new to the neighborhood, or just have a short memory, here is what you need to know about road closures and how you can be a part of it all come Race Day, April 6th! There are 6 total races in this Great Race series, 3 of which will temporarily impact the neighborhood. The Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K all start in Fountainwood at the top of Carell Ave and will run through a portion of our neighborhood. You can expect temporary road closures and runners in our surrounding area for the duration of the morning, and Kanan and TO Blvd will both experience heavy foot traffic and delays for drivers. Official Road Closures Thousand Oaks Blvd east of Kanan 5:15 to 11am Carell Ave 5:30 until 11am Idle Dr 5:30 to 11am Kanan Rd northbound will be restricted to the west lane and the Sheriff's Department will be assisting drivers at each intersection. Because three of the races will be utilizing Kanan at some point along their course, you can expect to see a steady stream of runners along it starting as early as 7:30am, and until the last few diehards trickle through around 10:30am. Many of our streets will be impacted during the race, but not fully closed. These roads will remain open, but runners will have right of way and police escorts that will stop traffic as necessary, so make sure you are alert and paying attention. If you are going somewhere leave early, this is not a good day to be running late. When Will Each Race Pass Through Fountainwood? Half Marathon Race starts at 7am and will head south on Carell Ave. Runners will exit Fountainwood by turning right onto Thousand Oaks Blvd. Runners will not have an impact on our neighborhood until they run past us going South on Kanan to finish the race. Full half marathon course map here. 10k Race starts at 7:28 am and will head north on Carell and come down Hollow Brook Ave, turn right onto Calmfield, then take a left at Eagleton before exiting the neighborhood and running South along Kanan. The latest I would expect to see any runners on our streets during the 10k is 7:45am, unless something crazy happens. Full 10K course map here. 5k Race starts at 9:05 am and will follow the same course as the 10k until reaching Eagleton. Instead of turning left and exiting the neighborhood, they will turn right and run up Eagleton until the intersection with Acadia. Runners will run the length of Acadia to Timberlane. From Timberlane they will turn onto Pinewood and effectively exit our neighborhood. I would expect the latest you will see runners in the neighborhood to be 9:30am. I think most will easily be out before then, but 5k's tend to have walkers and young families in the mix. Full 5k course map here. Party! All of the races end at Chumash Park. If you would like to enjoy the festivities with the runners I'd head over there around 8:30 and cheer on the runners as they cross the finish lines! Parking will be extremely limited, and difficult to get to with road closures, so walk or car pool over. Speaking as a runner, and as someone who will be participating in the 10k this year, please feel free to cheer on runners as they pass your houses! Cheers are always welcome and lift runners spirits, especially those of us who are wildly out of shape and will need all the encouragement they can get. It's me, I'm the one who needs the encouragement. Volunteer Let's be real, running isn't for everyone. Want to be a part of it, but without running a step? Volunteers are GREATLY needed, and races like this one could. not. happen. without the aid of wonderful volunteers. And it just so happens that The Great Race volunteer manager is our very own neighbor, Jodi over on Marlies! It takes a village of volunteers to execute a race, 300 of them, to be exact. Volunteer teams are made up of local businesses, schools, clubs, and even Pepperdine University is sending over a crew this year! However, even with all of this support Jodi is still in need of volunteers to work as course monitors (if you live along the racecourse all you would have to essentially do is stand in front of your home for a couple of hours!), and the post race party in Chumash Park is also in need of more help. Volunteers are needed March 30th, 31st, and on Race day. You will receive an exclusive race shirt as a thank you, and will create memories that will enrich your live. The minimum age requirement to volunteer without an adult is 14, and students can earn community service hours for their time. If you are interested or have any questions please visit the race website here, or send Jodi an email, she would love to hear from you! Her address is Jodi@GreatRaceofAgoura.com. Volunteering is easy, and fun! I myself have spent many hours volunteering at Spartan Races, and it is always such a rewarding experience. Being able to assist others while they are mentally and physically testing their limits is inspiring, 10/10 recommend it. And if you are paying attention, yes, I completely copy and pasted last years article. The info was good then, and it's good now. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. Good luck runners! Brought to you by: Jessica Carter l DRE #01490419 l 818.590.4246 l JessicaCarterHomes@gmail.com www.JessicaCarterHomes.com "Your Fountainwood neighbor and local area specialist"

It’s that time of the year already! Time for hundreds, nay, thousands, of runners to pound the pavement of our streets once more. With that many runners, and with 6 different races, you can imagine this is an all hands on deck type of situation. Race organizers rely heavily on the over 300 volunteers it takes to ensure a smooth race day. Volunteers are needed for variety of tasks, such as: handing out registration packets, operating check points along the routes, and working water stations. Individuals, adults, friends, family members, clubs, and students can volunteer. Students can even earn needed community service hours! Volunteers will receive an exclusive race shirt as a token of appreciation. The minimum age requirement to volunteer without an adult is 14. We’d like to thank our neighbor over on Marlies, Jodi, for bringing this opportunity to our attention, and for all the amazing work she does as the Volunteer Manager for this race series. If you have any volunteer related questions you can reach her at jodi@greatraceofagoura.com. To sign up to volunteer simply visit the Great Race website. We also have the direct link to register on our website. If you are unable to volunteer in an official capacity, we do hope you will be able to stand along the race route and cheer on runners as they pass! The 39th Annual Great Race will take place on Saturday, April 13th this year. As has become our tradition, April’s edition of the Fountainwood Forum will have a break down of race times and street closures to prepare you for the influx of traffic to our neighborhood (the highlighted link is to last years article. The date will of course be different, but all other information should be the same). Thinking of running it yourself? There is still time to register! Visit the website and pick your distance. We’ll see you on the course! Brought to you by: Jessica Carter l DRE #01490419 l 818.590.4246 l JessicaCarterHomes@gmail.com www.JessicaCarterHomes.com "Your Fountainwood neighbor and local area specialist"

Meticulously maintained with not so much as a blade of grass out of place, this home on Colina Vista has been on our Yard of the Month list for a while now. It is not uncommon to see owners Soraya and Ali Ganji out there working tirelessly on it, dutifully pulling weeds, hand watering, or planting flowers. Their love for the yard is immense, and evident in every bud that blooms. Now retired, Ali and Soraya are both able to spend an ample amount of time in their yard, and they enjoy every minute of the work and care they pour into it. While Ali’s domain lay largely in selecting hardscape and other design features, including an eye-catching flat stone walkway that can be found beautifully embedded amongst the lush lawn, Soraya’s passion has always been with the flowers. She has personally planted nearly every tree and bush, and she joyfully spends her days with dirt under her nails tending to it all. Over the years the Ganji’s front yard has gone through many changes and looks; be it from Soraya frequently changing out plants to find which grows happiest, or in the design. A few years ago they decided to make their yard a little more sustainable and manageable by trading out half of the lawn for brilliant white gravel, which makes for a dramatic backdrop to both the Purple Beautyberry tree and New Zealand Tea tree. Full of a variety of plants such as Mexican Heather, Silver Dollar, Dusty Miller, and more, the most prominent feature of this yard, without question, has to be the three towering Queen Palm trees. They stand sentinel over the yard and draw you in to admire the lawns many other beauties. A big thank you to the Ganji’s for being our Yard of the Month. It was a pleasure to meet you! Brought to you by: Jessica Carter l DRE #01490419 l 818.590.4246 l JessicaCarterHomes@gmail.com www.JessicaCarterHomes.com "Your Fountainwood neighbor and local area specialist"

Between January 2023 to January 2024, 15 homes in Fountainwood have sold, with 3 homes currently listed (2 on Eagleton, 1 on Marlies). Since January, we have seen increase in demand by buyers, but our local inventory is still quite low. Because of this our area is projected to have yet another strong real estate spring and summer season. Address           Price              SQFT            Sale Date 28910 Marlies St            $1,195,000           1,924             01/09/23 28935 Eagleton St           $1,025,000           1,924             01/30/23 6225 Ferral Av                 $1,110,000           2,347             02/28/23 28724 Eagleton St            $1,041,500           2,347             03/22/23 28744 Aries St                 $1,290,000           2,811             04/21/23 6317 Timberlane St           $1,225,000           2,347              05/19/23 6314 Capricorn Av           $1,190,000           1,924              06/26/23 6300 Pisces St                  $1,320,000           2,347              08/01/23 28942 Fountainwood St     $1,222,334           1,924              08/31/23 28760 Pisces St                $1,185,000           2,347              09/26/23 28724 Eagleton St             $1,465,000           2,347             10/11/23 6212 Acadia Av                $1,125,000           1,924             11/01/23 5908 Carell Av                  $1,135,000           1,527             11/29/23 6320 Acadia Av                $1,295,000           1,722             12/22/23 5809 Calmfield Av    $1,115,000 1,924 01/24/24 If you are considering a move in the near future, or are just curious about your homes worth in todays market, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We always offer FREE no obligation consultations, and would love to meet with you to answer any real estate related questions you might have. Give us a call today! Brought to you by: Jessica Carter l DRE #01490419 l 818.590.4246 l JessicaCarterHomes@gmail.com www.JessicaCarterHomes.com "Your Fountainwood neighbor and local area specialist"

Thank you to Patricia on Eagleton for sending us this delicious French Toast recipe from chef Alton Brown. Patricia loves making this recipe on slow, easy mornings. Sounds perfect for the rainy mornings we have headed our way yet again! INGREDIENTS 1 cup half and half 3 large eggs 2 Tbsp honey, warmed for 20 secs 1/4 teaspoon salt 8 thick slices of stale country loaf, brioche, or challah bread 4 Tablespoons butter DIRECTIONS Whisk together the half & half, eggs, honey, and salt. pour into a pie pan and set aside Preheat oven to 375°. Dip bread into mixture, soak for 30 seconds each side. Then move to a cooling rack that is sitting in a sheet pan and allow to sit 1-2 minutes. On medium low heat, melt 1 Tb of butter in a 10 inch nonstick saute pan. Place 2 slices of bread at a time into the pan and cook until golden brown, approx. 2-3 mins per side. Remove from pan and place on rack in oven. Repeat until all toast has been cooked. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings. Brought to you by: Jessica Carter l DRE #01490419 l 818.590.4246 l JessicaCarterHomes@gmail.com www.JessicaCarterHomes.com "Your Fountainwood neighbor and local area specialist"

Serving up Greek favorites with a dash of American flare thrown in, MythPoint Bistro in Westlake Village has quickly become a Conejo Valley favorite. Boasting multiple accolades from Restaurant Guru and impressive ratings on both Google and Yelp, you'd be hard-pressed to not fall in love instantly with this local gem! From the moment you first step through the door of MythPoint, you are family. ChiChi will be there at the counter, with a big smile and her infectious enthusiasm, ready to take your order and chat about your day. Give it a couple of visits, and she'll know you by name. Head chef and husband Jimmy can be found just behind her, manning the grill, while a son or two is sure to be somewhere in the building, helping wherever they are needed. In true Mom & Pop shop fashion, the heart and soul of this restaurant lives within the Biskin Family. They are the creators of every morsel of food, the genius behind every detail. Food has been a lifelong love for both ChiChi and Jimmy. They each grew up learning skills and traditional recipes from their elders before advancing those practices at culinary school and further honing their talents in their 13 restaurants spread across Europe. 7 years ago they decided to move to Westlake Village and of course, they brought their passion for gourmet Greek food with them! The Biskins describe their food as "slow food served fast". They take pride in preparing food for their guests the same way they would in their home- everything is made from scratch and cooked to order using fresh, high-quality ingredients and no preservatives. It's a quality you can quite literally taste. We can say with 100% confidence ChiChi's Baklava will be the best you will ever have in your life. She'll tell you the secret is the oregano honey she uses, but you know it's the love she works into those gooey, flakey layers. We've been slowly working our way through the menu, and we're happy to report that no matter what you order, you are sure to love it! Crafting their menu from their diverse cultural backgrounds and influences, you'll find dishes as American as fried chicken, to as Greek as spanakopita, with everything in between. Their bistro burgers have been named the best in Westlake Village, and Jimmy's inspired take on cheesesteaks and gyros will have you wanting to eat here every day just to try them all! Always giving back to their customers, kids under 12 can enjoy a free kids bowl for every adult meal with drink ordered, and between 5-7 pm, one Hillas Greek Lager will be on the house when you spend $20 on regular-priced items. MythPoint Bistro 3825 E Thousand Oaks Blvd STE E Westlake Village OPEN Monday through Saturday 10 am to 7:30 pm CLOSED on Sunday 805.443.4242 Brought to you by: Jessica Carter l DRE #01490419 l 818.590.4246 l JessicaCarterHomes@gmail.com www.JessicaCarterHomes.com "Your Fountainwood neighbor and local area specialist"