CBS Film Series: ‘Avenue of the Giants’ 

CBS Film Series presents “Avenue of the Giants,” starring Stephen Lang (“Avatar”), and based on a true story of a 74-year-old toy store owner, Herbert Heller, who is faced with a life-threatening illness. This inspires him to open up about a traumatic experience that he concealed for over 50 years. Herbert befriends an isolated teenager grappling with her own buried anguish. Using cinematic flashbacks, they share their individual struggles. Admission $5 per person, includes popcorn and concessions. Raffle tickets ($1) will be on sale for a chance to win a $25 gift card. RSVP to [email protected] or 661-254-2411. More information: cbs-scv.org.