Arroyo Monthly March 2007 by Southland Publishing

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San Marino’s Bradley Whitford and Jane Kaczmarek plan a gala fund-raiser to help Global AIDS Interfaith Alliance save Malawi ‘village by village’

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14 CULTURE “Bach in Pasadena”: Musica Angelica’s Martin Haselböck plans a passionate “St. Matthew.” — By Ron Garmon

18 CHARITY “Girls Rock!”: The Junior League of Pasadena’s newest programs empower girls just when they need the most help — in middle school. — By Stephanie Kinnear

44 PERSONALITY “Infinitely Entertaining”: Award-winning producers Ann Hassett and Bob Niemack talk about the challenges and joys they experienced creating new films for the renovated Griffith Observatory. — By Julie Riggott

52 DEPARTMENTS 8 GIVING BACK Kidspace Children’s Museum, Lineage Dance, Beat It Wally, PFAR

22 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH How to deal with interruptions 43 UP CLOSE Boston Court’s Eileen T’Kaye 48 TABLE TALK Chef Micah Fields keeps the menu lively at Vive 52 SHOPPING Entertaining gifts 54 THE LIST Pasadena Heritage’s Spring Home Tour, “Jade, Silk & Porcelain” at the Pacific Asia Museum and more

56 COMMUNITY Sierra Madre celebrates its centennial 57 REAL ESTATE The way to wealth in real estate 58 NESTING Bradley Whitford and Jane Kaczmarek team with GAIA for a gala fund-raiser

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Circle of Friends President Jennifer Allen, Jennifer Thibault (co-chair of benefit), Steve Baumann (executive director of Kidspace), benefit co-chair Amanda Horton and Jane Popovich (President of the Museum's Board of Directors)

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KIDSPACE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM’S VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION, CIRCLE OF FRIENDS, raised more than $300,000 at its annual fund-raiser on Feb. 10. This year’s benefit theme was Kidspace KaddyShack, A Ball of a Benefit, held at Parkway Grill and Arroyo Chophouse. Many of the 431 guests arrived decked out in argyle sweaters, tennis togs, golf caps and plus-fours. The event began in a tent on the Parkway Grill side of the parking lot, which was transformed into a hub of bidding activity for the silent auction items that raised more than $80,000. The silent auction highlights included pitching lessons with La Cañada resident and Chicago Cubs pitcher Glendon Rusch and four tickets with backstage passes to the teen show, “Hannah Montana.” A wildly successful live auction followed dinner. This year’s KaddyShack event produced a new score of record-breaking numbers. Board member Peter Lynch and wife Marianne helped achieve this goal as the winning bidders on a golden retriever puppy. Kidspace is committed to providing exhibits and programs in the arts, sciences and humanities that promote imagination, exploration and discovery. The Circle of Friends supports Kidspace with volunteer hours and fund-raising. For more information about Kidspace, call (626) 449-9144, or visit www.kidspacemuseum.org.

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THE PASADENA-FOOTHILLS ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS (PFAR) CHARITY FUNDS PRESENTATION delivered over $100,000 for community organizations at a fabulous party hosted at the home of the ever-generous Kirk Dilbeck. Nineteen worthy organizations received gifts from PFAR ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 as a result of the hard work and dedication of the realtors associated with PFAR. For more information, call (626) 798-2455, or visit www.pfar.org.

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BY RON GARMON ~ PHOTOS BY PAUL ANTICO

HEN MARTIN HASELBÖCK CHEERFULLY asserts that recreating Bach begins as an act of historical imagination, it's difficult to argue and impossible not to be charmed. The former Court Organist for Vienna and a world-renowned conductor, composer and soloist, the tall and sprightly director of L.A.'s prestigious Musica Angelica baroque ensemble speaks with deep conviction and disarming enthusiasm. The upcoming performance of J.S. Bach's eternal masterpiece, “St. Matthew Passion,” on March 20 at Pasadena's First United Methodist Church pairs Haselböck's two orchestras, Musica Angelica and Wiener Akademie Baroque of Vienna, in spiritual and mimetic rapture. Though signing many a piece of rock journalism, I'm a closet classicist enough to trip a spring on the conductor's irresistible flow of talk by remarking that Bach was the closest thing to a rocker in the classical tradition. Haselböck shot back with: “Because he has a beat that goes over and under and through everything, yes?” Then he really warmed to the challenges of this mightiest

of baroque masters. “Bach is a very intellectual composer and can be brought to life in many different ways,” he said. “What I think is important is to make him speak to us in a modern language. In earlier times, stress was put on making the sound big. We want to make it very fast, very direct.” This (almost!) rockist punch and verve he alluded to was on display during an otherwise decorous program of Bach cantatas on Feb. 4 at All Saints’ Church in Beverly Hills — one of the ensemble’s many L.A.area venues, which also include the Norton Simon Museum and Pasadena Presbyterian Church. Haselböck led the Musica Angelica musicians through Nos. 82, 202 (“Wedding”) and 49 (“Dialogue”) with dynamic velocity, gliding baton and group into the opener with the sidelong grace of a lead guitarist. In No. 82, an earnest, manly profession of Christian faith, baritone Florian Boesch packed infinities of universal meaning into every orotund German phrase, while his duet with soprano Linda

Perillo in the “Wedding” cantata wafted delight as ethereal as Gonzalo Ruiz's magnificent oboe lines tracing the air in joyful sinuosity. The “Dialogue” cantata closed out the program, invoking a universe of soul and Creator as self-contained and shattering as an old blues 78. What will such bright energy bring to the “Passion” and its epic narration of the first Gospel? Large-scale Bach presents special problems, as the director notes: “The thing about this ‘Passion’ is that it calls for two orchestras. Usually there is a separation of one big orchestra, and the conductor says, ‘You go there; you go there.’ What we do is bring together two different groups of musicians, one European, one American — two groups with very much their own style: one European choir, one American; three soloists from America, three from Europe. It's kind of a cultural connective project, so we're all very excited about the idea of it. There's an emotional aspect too, since the temptation is to let yourself go, let yourself float with one of the grand masterpieces of the world.” Haselböck incorporates period musical instruments, like the viola da gamba and several ancient species of oboe and bassoon, into the mix. “Bach is

telling a historical story in a very complex way, and one must get his historical sound right or it becomes kitsch — the mood isn't right, it's all gestures,” Haselböck says. “These instruments — which, incidentally, Bach used — are very important. With a large symphony orchestra, the effect is very different because everything is heavier, which, in some ways, can make a muddy sound. Thus we incorporate instruments that aren't part of a modern symphony orchestra. The people watching will see some strange-looking instruments!” Directing Musica Angelica for a second season, Haselböck retains an immense regard for his adopted second home. “With my Vienna group, I have more projects than I have over here, and I guest-conduct symphonies over here and in Europe too,” he says. “For me, it is ideal here. I like California very much, and this is a pioneer project for me, to build up something for music in this huge area, where so many people love baroque music. Last year, we started, and this year the audiences have grown bigger.” What is the connection between baroque music and Southern California? “At first, we see the green way of life here, and [Bach’s] baroque music

arrests us with its directness, its freshness,” the conductor replies, waving his hands as if trying to summon it as sound. “Again, on the other side of things, when you have a hard life and work hard, baroque music can be very entertaining, and you are opened up to a totally different world.” After the performance in Pasadena, Haselböck will take the “Passion” on the road: “We're traveling to Mexico City, then to a church in upstate New York, and we go to eight European nations after.” Is there any special meaning in the “Passion” this Easter? “Yes. For me, there's a meaning that is more than just music. In this world, in Europe, we fear you in America are growing apart from our world in some ways, even though we have the same kinds of interest in the same kinds of art. ... In a time with so much war around, it makes us connect with our reason for being here. Why are we here? How can we communicate? How can we connect? “I had this idea two years ago to set up this tour, and the resonance has just been fantastic. I think one of the reasons is it is a very good gesture to connect. In the background is a humanistic —Continued on page 16 political message: ARROYO ~ MARCH 2007 ~ 15

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the unification of people through music. People can be united this way.” While packing up to go, I asked about the aural suitability of the First United Methodist Church venue, and my tape recorder captured this telling bit of romantic meticulousness in Haselböck 's method: “There must be resonance, but not too much resonance, since you can't hear Bach clearly enough anymore! You cannot measure the audio decay there in seconds. Every composer is different. Bach wrote for a church with wooden floors, wooden ceilings and very little acoustics.” He sighed contentedly and looked distant and happy, explaining, “One cannot just replicate historical conditions Music Director Martin Haselböck and stop there! Thinking your way back into his time is very important, but that is only half of creation. You must say, ‘I am here now. I am a modern person and have my own emotions.’ And that's where the creation begins. “For me, the reconstruction is but the second-best way to make music. New ways and new ideas are the thing,” he adds. “I've done this piece many times and still discover new things. It's one of the things a conductor does.” AM Martin Haselböck conducts “St. Matthew Passion” at 8 p.m. March 20 at First United Methodist Church, 500 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. Call (310) 458-4504, or visit www.musicaangelica.org. RON GARMON, unlike most rock critics, is a closet classicist, and not a secret jazzbo. He has written about music for Los Angeles CityBeat and the Los Angeles Times.

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BY STEPHANIE KINNEAR

HEN JOHN SNIDER’S WIFE URGED HIM TO participate in Be R.E.A.L., a series of seminars for young girls and their guardians that focus on healthy relationships, with their then-11-year-old daughter Sara, he agreed. When he showed up for the first session, he noticed something that he hadn’t expected: He was the only father in attendance. The fact that he was the only man in a room full of mothers, grandmothers, aunts and sisters did nothing to faze him; he settled into the fiveweek program and is convinced that he came out the other side a better father. “When I grew up, my relationships with my friends were very different than my daughter’s. [Be R.E.A.L.] helped me better understand the trials and tribulations a middle school-age girl goes through, and the pressures that they are under and how they communicate,” explains Snider from his office in Pasadena. “I understand my daughter a lot better now: I’m more attuned and more sensitive to her problems. Guys punch each other in the shoulder and we go on with our day; it’s different for girls.”

It is different for girls, and that’s exactly what the Junior League of Pasadena understood when it launched the Be R.E.A.L. seminars as a component of its most recent signature project, Girls Rock! Founded in 1926, the Junior League of Pasadena is a nonprofit organization of women whose mission is, according to President Mara Lague, to promote volunteerism, to train leaders and volunteers, and to improve communities. In recognition of its commitment to that mission, the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Greater Los Angeles Chapter, honored the JLP as Outstanding Volunteer Organization at last November’s National Philanthropy Day event. In 2004, after a decade-long commitment to improving conditions at James Madison Elementary School and the surrounding neighborhood in Northwest Pasadena, the organization polled its members and the community and decided to direct its focus on middle school girls (sixth to eighth grade). “We recognized an underserved group in middle school girls,” explains JLP Marketing Director Julie Mayo,

2006-2007 JLP Board (Back row, left to right): Community Director Samantha Pietsch, Recorder (transferred) Stephanie Shriver, Fund-raising Director Kathryn Martinez, President Mara Lague, Membership Director Rebecca Shukan, Board Advisor Phyllis Malcomson Wilburn and Board Advisor Jean B. Owen (Front row, left to right): Marketing Director Julie Mayo, President-elect Dana Jones, Finance Director Joyce Sakonju and Sustainer Chair Jennifer Higginbotham. (Not Pictured): Program Development Director Kerry Dolan, State Public Affairs Council Representative Lainie Rose Miller and Recorder (current) Jennifer Bender. Photo courtesy of JLP while sitting in the group’s headquarters near Old Pasadena. “Middle school is the time when they lose academic focus, and we decided that we wanted to come up with a program that would support and empower girls of that age.” Girls Rock! is currently made up of three components: Be R.E.A.L.; Body Wise, a girls’ nutrition and fitness conference; and Side by Side, a mentoring program for girls and JLP members that is designed to foster the young women’s volunteer spirit as they give back to the community. All three programs are intended to give young girls the skills they need to lead physically and emotionally healthy lives. With more than 200 active members, the JLP is responsible for every aspect of the Girls Rock! program, not to mention countless side projects. Members work on everything from fund-raising to administrative duties to mentoring. “We take on leadership roles in areas where we might not be experts,” explains Mayo, who had very little marketing experience prior to taking the position at the JLP.

And the women aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty. “We’re actually more hands-on than people think we are,” explains Lague. There is no better example of that point than the trip Lague and four other JLP members made to New Orleans last year. In early October, Lague, Deborah Yim, Nancy Reynolds and Phyllis Wilburn, along with close to 1,000 other volunteers from Junior Leagues across the country, traveled to New Orleans and spent one week helping to rebuild homes and communities there. They poured concrete, caulked, scraped and painted. With aching backs and sore muscles, they returned day after day until the work they set out to accomplish was done. Lague worked almost exclusively on the home of a 76-year-old woman named Ms. Lily. “She was so welcoming,” remembers Lague. “She just thought we were angels; that’s what she called us.” While the JLP’s volunteer work does occasionally reach across the country, since 1996 the group

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Girls Rock! and Winner’s Circle Girls Rock! Are you the parent, guardian, grandparent or friend of a girl in middle school (sixth to eighth grade)? Then think about getting them involved in one of the Junior League of Pasadena’s Girls Rock! events. All programs are designed to supply adolescent girls with the skills they need to live physically and emotionally healthy lives and to give caregivers the information they need to be effective and positive role models. There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in the upcoming months: BodyWise — Girls’ Nutrition and Fitness Conference From 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. March 10, the JLP will hold its third annual BodyWise conference at Caltech’s Baxter Hall. The BodyWise conference is designed to empower girls by providing them with information about nutrition, healthy eating, exercise and fitness, as well as advice about developing and maintaining a positive body image. Be R.E.A.L. Series Starting in April, the JLP will offer a five-week series of workshops focusing on developing strong, healthy communication with family and peers. The series will take place on Wednesday nights (April 18 and 25; May 2, 9, and 16) at the Pasadena Senior Center. The Be R.E.A.L. series, now in its third year, is an informative set of sessions designed to educate and empower both adolescent girls and their caregivers. Guest speakers and session leaders will include Dr. Melissa Johnson and Robin Starkey Harpster, MFT, from the Institute for Girls’ Development. Winner’s Circle For the past 23 years, the JLP’s “Center Stage,” a fashion show/auction/luncheon and dinner, was one of the group’s largest annual fund-raisers. In the last five years alone, “Center Stage” raised more than $1 million to fund projects in the community. This year, however, the JLP has decided to trade in fashion for a little thoroughbred action. Instead of “Center Stage,” the JLP is turning to “Winner’s Circle,” a “day at the races” fund-raiser to be held at the Santa Anita Race Track. The event, set for April 20, promises daytime activities as well as an evening cocktail party at the exclusive Turf Club. There will be a race run in the JLP’s name that day, the last Friday of the season. The fund-raising event will be topped off by dinner and dancing, and an auction in the beautiful art deco Chandelier Room. Tickets are $100 (day) and $125 (evening). Proceeds from the event benefit the JLP's community projects. For more information about any of these events, please contact the Junior League of Pasadena at (626) 796-0244 or jlpi@earthlink.net, or visit www.jrleaguepasadena.org.

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2) Merle Norman — The lights of Spring. Skin radiates with a dewy glow. Lids look dreamy in luminous shadow. Lips glisten in rose tones. Comes see what spring is about! You will also receive a free gift. Kim Kelly and Kris Kline in Montrose and Olga West in Monrovia have all your beauty needs covered; it’s like having a personal makeup artist, skin consultant and beauty magazine editor all under one roof! Sharing information on the latest skin care and the newest trends in makeup, you will not find a more beautiful, fun place to relax. You should never be too busy to be beautiful, and now Kim, Kris and Olga make it convenient and affordable. 6) Tender Treasures — This store for women and children is celebrating their 25th anniversary in 2007! Technology has brought Tender Treasures to homes near

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8) Trust me when I say once you shop at Kimmel-Meehan, you won’t go back to department stores! The men in your life can sport all the hottest labels from an amazing selection of casual and corporate styles. Reyn Spooner’s hot line of shirts keeps the regulars coming back and Bryan’s selection is the biggest. Easygoing pieces from Tommy Bahama and Tori Richards are the must-haves for serious fashion fans. There’s Ryan Michael’s hip Western styles and sleek striped shirts from Tailor Byrd that are sure to make a fashionable impression at any occasion. Kimmel-Meehan offers one-of-a-kind personal service, and gets to know each client by name and style preference. So spruce up your man’s wardrobe by hitting the hottest men’s fashion mecca in town!

and far with their comprehensive Web site www.tendertreasures.com. Of course, you can still shop at the store, conveniently located in Montrose for the latest in clothing and accessories for babies, toddlers, moms and grandmothers. They feature brands, such as Le Top, Zutano, Tea Collection, Rabbit Moon, Kushies, Shilav and more for kids, plus the largest selection of FLAX clothing for women you can find in California. 3) Chateau — Are you looking to change or Enhance your look? At Chateau salon you will discover a team of experts that will Take your look to the next level. Call today to schedule a complimentary consultation from one of Chateau's Redken stylist. Also for limited time receive 50% off of any Redken Shampoo with purchase of Conditioner.

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1) An Occasion to Celebrate-- Teresa Woolsen creates memorable stationery, announcements and invitations with exquisite handmade fabrics and materials. She and her staff whip up unforgettable cards to announce the arrival of a new baby, an upcoming wedding or shower or a fabulous charity event. Best of all, they make their creations within your budget! The selection is huge and well worth the trip! Brides put Teresa on the top of their list and know that their invitations are the first impression and rely on Teresa to make their big day perfectly presented. An Occasion to Celebrate also offers a wonderful selection of invitation lines from around the country. Event planners have come to depend on An Occasion to Celebrate for faster, easier and more cost-effective services, and now you can too!

An Occasion To Celebrate, 2409 Honolulu Ave. Ste. 4, Montrose. Call (818) 2489991, or visit www.invitations.la.

4) March kicks off the exciting new comprehensive ballet program, with Eric Conrad and Anne De’Ath artisic directors of Ballet 21st Century, the resident company at The Vibe. They fuse the Russian and Danish traditions to produce an elegant American style. Students who desire to pursue ballet professionally will be able to leave the program with the technical skill to do so. Every ballet student will graduate from the program with a rich knowledge of dance in a positive, supportive environment. Cost per class will be $20.00. Call now to reserve your space, (818) 248-8838, or purchase on line at www.catchthevibestudio.com.

The Vibe, 227 Honolulu Ave., Montrose.

5) This quaint European bakery is like the ones you’d find strolling down the streets of Paris, Brussels or Stockholm! And you’re in luck because Berolina’s is right in your backyard in Glendale! With various brioche, pastries, muffins, scones and croissants, this is the place to go for one delicious breakfast! And Berolina also offers mouthwatering lunch options like sandwiches, paninis, soup of the day and salads, as well as delectable Europeanstyle cakes and other desserts. Berolina features a daily list of handcrafted artisan bread made with the finest ingredients, such as sundried tomatos and kalamata olives. The bakery also creates specialty items like a hand-baked, all-butter stollen. Open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday.

Berolina, 3421 Ocean View Blvd., Glendale. Call (818) 249-6506, or visit www.berolina.com.

7) The wine bar is finally open! Stop in and gaze at the endless selection of wines, olive oils, cheeses and gourmet sandwiches. A local favorite, Goudas is the source for all of your gourmet treats and wines from around the world. Now that the wine bar is open, this hotspot is buzzing and I can't get enough. Stop in and try that fabulous wine that you've been hearing about or order a beautiful and super tasty gift basket. They have amazing gelato and a cheese for every palette. They are known for their excellent customer service, so stop in and say hi, ask questions, sit back and enjoy this ultra cool spot.

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8) I promise you once you go see Kathy at her beautiful boutique, you will never shop for your lingerie and undergarments at those department and chain outlets again. After your first visit, you’ll be hooked and wonder how you ever shopped in those impersonal places, this is the kind of shop that doesn’t usually exist outside of Europe, featuring designers from the Paris runways to the trendy flannel P. J. sets. This hotspot is the best kept secret in town and don’t be surprised when you recognize your neighbor, teacher, cheerleader or famous Hollywood celebrity — they all shop here! Stop in and Kathy will make you feel as special as her selection, which includes Cosabella, Vera Wang and Betsy Johnson to name a few. Brides flock from the Westside to consult with Kathy on the perfect pieces for their special night and teens stop in for their first bra fitting.

2) Inspiration is in the air at Botanicals this spring. Fresh flowers, blooming branches, bulbs, topiaries and orchids await your visit. Once again, Marlene Dusbiber will be here on March 9 and 10 with her charming collection of woodcarvings. Please join us in welcoming her. A fabulous trip to New york has new gifts, home decor and accessories arriving daily. Take a look into Botanicals at www.shopbotanicals.com.

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Botanicals, 1341 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada. Shop hours Tues. thru Sat. 10 til 5.

4) Get wild about spring! Frockx, the jewel of the Foothills, is making room for their spring arrivals. Daily shipments of jeans, tops, shoes, handbags and accessories are filling this fashion haven. Frockx is your one-stop shop for finding all your spring essentials. Whether you’re looking for the to-die-for dress, sassy suit, amazing jeans or the “how cute are these shoes?,” the must haves include Union and Hudson jeans, Michael Stars, Leona Edmiston, Milly, Mint, Ella Moss, Plenty, Nanette Lepore and Walter. The list really keeps going on! Fashion mavens Esther & Joanna have more than 20 years of styling and purchasing power. Their philosophy is simple: To provide fabulous clothes that make you feel and look good. Clothes should not only fit properly but also be an extension of the customer’s personality. Come join the girls each week for “Frocktail Friday!” They serve bubbly, snacks and take 15 percent off your total purchase.

6) The Queens of Accessories have arrived! Posh Accessories and Baby Chique have joined forces and have just opened in LCF. A wonderland of accessories for women, kids and babies, this super hotspot has the must-haves from the top designers. A pure party for your shopping senses, this boutique is filled with lines from Isabella Fiore, Betsy Johnson, Trina Turk and Dolce & Gabbana, just to name a few with handbags, sunglasses, jewelry and gifts to die for, Anie’s selection rivals that of any Rodeo store — so forget about driving west. Casual to black tie, Anie has the perfect accessory for every occasion. Michelle Roy jewelry is the rage of the fashion mags, and Posh has the biggest selection. Baby Chique has the most unbelievable baby products, including clothes and accessories for babies and children up to age 12. The collection includes designer diaper bags, hats, shoes, blankets and more! Stop in and check out the super trendy lines from Iceberg, Alphabet, Kanz and Naturino, the hot Italian designer of shoes. They open March 1. You are sure to leave with a smile and bags of goodies!

Frockx, 111B Foothill Blvd., La Cañada. Call (818) 949-4429.

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5) What a perfect way to take a shopping break and at the same time discover local artists and browse the gallery for amazing pieces. Stop in for lunch and unwind with a gourmet quiche, soup or salad served on a gorgeous outdoor patio with a rustic brick fireplace and soothing fountains. Penelope’s is the perfect destination not only for romance and relaxing, but also for picking up that perfect one of a kind gift, its unique selection of books, custom-made jewelry, beautiful handbags and Sisters Sweaters make the perfect gift. Showings change often, so you’ll always see someone new!

Penelope’s Café, Books and Gallery, 1029 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada. Call (818) 952-2004.

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9) Eiji’s— Enter the garden doors of Eiji’s and you will discover why they have been so successful for more than 50 years in the heart of La Cañada. The makers of countless per-

3) Monet Hair Studio and Gift Shop — Experience the French Quarter when you pass through the portals of Monet Hair Studio and unique gift shop! Owner Gail Pawlik’s goal is to create a special place for her clients to be pampered from head to toe by stylists and color specialists, trained by Vidal Sassoon and L’Oreal Paris. Relax in their massage chairs, but save your strength to visit their gift shop for delicious skin lotions from Hawaii, candles, cards and an exquisite gift selection. This is the only salon in the area to carry Bumble and Bumble, a favorite of top celebrities.

a Cañada is officially the favorite shopping district of the hippest fashion-forward crowd in town, new stores are opening and bringing this hot trendy district the latest in designer fashions and the most delectable foods you ever tasted. From florist to gifts from around the world, La Cañada has it all and I highly suggest making a day of your shopping trip, with so much to see, this Boulevard is the destination of choice to the fashion mavens from far and wide. Forget about department stores and chain restaurants, come spend the day enjoying excellent customer service and the finest in goods and services, I promise you won’t leave empty handed. —Charlie

7) With its sophisticated approach to dressing, this must-visit boutique has it all! Offering the ultimate refined selection, this boutique is filled with the latest in classic designer lines from Europe that will add style to your collection, while offering the most up to date styles. For the finer approach to cuttingedge fashion, Wynn’s brings us Longchamp handbags and the cutest new line of luggage to the ever popular Yansi Fugel interchangeable pieces. Customers rely on the dedication of the staff and are surprised when they reference pieces purchased seasons ago! Luxury, loyalty and an overall stunning collection—what more could you ask for?

Wynn’s, 637 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada. Call (818) 790-6033.

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1) If you haven't visited the new “talk of the town” yet then March is the perfect time to stop in. Ladies, put away those winter clothes, spring is here! With daily deliveries, you're sure to get into the mood. What better way to welcome the new season then to update your wardrobe with something from Cowgirl Princess. Just in: white eyelet wrap skirt from Stilleto, multiprint design dress that is fitting fabulously by Elana Kattan. For knocking around town, capris and shorts are a must from Billy Blues. Don't forget to check out the yoga-inspired line called Yogi, you'll never want to take it off! Wait, we can't forget about shoes..... Krissy has the best shoes that will have you looking stylish, yet comfortable. Leopard flats, Leather sandals and of course her oh-so-popular Jamie Krietman embellished flip flops are the way to go this spring. Attention all horse lovers: Keep your eye out for the Amy Tangerine horse shirt exclusive at Cowgirl Princess.

Cowgirl Princess, 1357 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada. Call (818) 952-4157.

Intimo, 637A Foothill Blvd., La Cañada. Call (818) 790-2479.

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and space planning, this 25-year-old design firm is one of the most sought after in the San Gabriel Valley. 501 S. Fair Oaks Ave., South Pasadena. Call (626) 799-9701. “Your Personal Shopper Team” — Amy Lee, with Countrywide Home Loans, and Shannon Ewing, with Re/Max Tri-City, serve clients in the San Gabriel Valley and Los Angeles County. With nearly two decades of expertise in lending and real estate transactions, “Your Personal Shopper Team” will deliver results and service you can count on. Whether you are a first-time buyer or a seasoned real estate investor, their objective is to make their clients’ dreams come true: from condos to castles, vacation homes, investment properties and commercial properties. Call for pre-approval for new purchases, refinance, equity line of credit and complimentary consultations and mar-

ket analyses. Contact Shannon (Realtor) at (626) 737-2053, or Amy (loan consultant) at (626) 272-7449. World Caravan — Enter this magnificent store and discover another world. World Caravan offers eclectic furniture and accessories from every corner of the globe. The choices are endless! Hand-knotted rugs and unique accent pieces are arranged in artful vignettes that make it easier to visualize. Reasonable prices. 170 S. Lake Ave. Call (626) 578-1137. Chelsea Construction — All the tradition and solid expertise of European craftsmen (each with a City and Guild of London certificate), come to life for the clients of Chelsea Construction. For the past 12 years, owner Mark Snashall, has brought his —Continued on page 32

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unique knowledge of fine carpentry, the “heart” of any project, as well as his astute design acumen, to the San Gabriel Valley. With this team’s background in the old and classic elements of Britain, of course, one of their specialties would be to restore old buildings. To quote just one of his many delighted clients, “He was always attentive and readily accessible. His crew was extremely hard working and conscientious….paying close attention to the detail of their work.” Need we say more? 4529 Angeles Crest Hwy., #103 La Canada. Call (818) 949-4595 or visit www.chelseaconstructioncorp.com Day of Design With Terri Julio — “My mission is to offer more people an opportunity to consult with a professional designer and afford them a service that fits into their

budget.” Those words capture Terri Julio’s practical and thoughtful approach to her profession. A full day of design consultation (six hours for one flat fee) is a great way to begin any project. The job will run smoothly, and, most importantly, Terri will help you avoid costly mistakes. Terri’s philosophy also extends to “putting the client’s wants first.” She simply guides those desires to a beautiful conclusion. Call (626) 4475370. Carousel Floors — This family-owned, 36-year-old company provides a superb selection along with remarkable service. For hardwood, select from all the top names, including Appalachian Hardwood Floors, pre-finished or finished by expert craftsman. For linoleum, Marmoleum is a natural, eco-friendly, stylish flooring with multiple patterns. Carousel is a Mohawk Color

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Carpet • Rugs • Wood • Vinyl • Linoleum *Designer’s Resource In the Playhouse District (626) 795-8085 676 E. Green Street • Pasadena M-F 10-5 • SAT 10-4 OR BY APPT. CONTRACT LIC: 283612

Emerald Landscape — “Everything we do begins with a client’s vision, and ends with their peace of mind.” For more than 20 years, with this all encompassing, yet simple, philosophy, Emerald Landscape has created, built and maintained environments their clients have fallen in love with. Owner Patrick Gelwicks is superbly proficient in design, exterior construction, softscape and maintenance, having provided services to hundreds of residential and commercial properties. Whether it’s for your home or

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business, now’s the time to make those landscaping dreams a reality. Call (626) 794-9532, or visit www.emeraldls.com RSolutions is a professional organizing service for making your life easier! Being organized is critical in our fast-paced world. RSolutions is ideal if your areas of concern are lack of closet space, a home office that needs efficiency or a garage so cluttered that it has never seen a car! By applying strategies and systems that find a logical “home” for everything, you’ll be able to accomplish more, save time and enjoy life! Call Randy Sandiforth at (626) 403-9052, or e-mail rsandi4th@aol.com. Member: National Association of Professional Organizers Bridge Design Studio — Owner and senior designer Diane Bennett Bedford brings —Continued on page 34 her extensive

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We provide everything from the ground up and adhere to one simple rule: create, build and maintain an environment our clients will fall in love with. Design, exterior construction, softscape, and maintenance are beginning to end services we have provided hundreds of residential and commercial properties during our 20 years in business. Everything we do begins with a client’s vision. And for more than fifteen years, it has ended with their peace of mind. For a free consultation call us or visit our website for more information.

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Center, carrying Fabrica, Karastan, Masland and Schumacher to name a few. For area rugs, the store’s motto is: “If you can think it, we can make it.” Free consultations; designers welcome. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; or by appointment. 676 E. Green St., Pasadena. Call (626) 795-8085.

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IN TODAY'S HECTIC WORLD, BEING ORGANIZED IS NOT A LUXURY- IT IS A NECESSITY! • Organizing • Clutter Control • Moving Preparation • Closet Systems • Storage/Garages Randy Sandiforth Organization Consultant ph 626.403.9052 | fax 626.403.9072 |rsandi4th@aol.com Member: National Association of Professional Organizers

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• Space Planning • Accessorizing • Color Selection • Material & Fabric Selection

Your project. Your needs. Six hours of design. 321 Magellan Road Arcadia, CA 91007 ph 626.447.5370 fax 626.446.0066 tajdesigns@aol.com Allied Member ASID

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knowledge of the design industry to all her projects from commercial to high-end residential. Having traveled and studied in Europe and Asia, Diane is familiar with antiques, Persian rugs and various styles of furniture from traditional to very contemporary. With great attention to detail, she prides herself on versatility, being able to create unique and individual environments. She’s equally at ease designing whimsical children’s rooms and the most sophisticated, serene settings. Her design philosophy is “every home should reflect the tastes of the owner.” 500 Mound Ave., Pasadena. Call (626) 799-9019. Plaza Kitchen & Bath — Finally, a large, gracious showroom of semi-custom to custom cabinets, plumbing fixtures, lighting, counter tops and hardware is here! Experts

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Nick Eden and Peter Bedros with 18 years experience a piece cater to a wide variety of tastes, from very contemporary to elegant traditional. The manufacturers on display include cabinets from Dynasty, Omega and Durasupreme; plumbing fixtures by Mico Designs and Jado; bath tubs by Water Dance, Finishing Touch and Aquatic Industries; as well as counter tops of granite, limestone and travertine. Designers welcome. Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon.-Fri.; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sat. 676 Green St. Call (626) 396-1772, or visit www.plazakitchenandbath.com. Glendale Tile and Tops — Clients who expect the best possible customer service will not be disappointed when they consult the experts at Glendale Tile and Tops, who listen to the needs of their customers and provide just the right blend of services,

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products and customer guidance. They specialize in prefabricated granite kitchen and vanity tops, as well as custom flooring including travertine, granite, marble and porcelain and custom cabinetry, and they happily offer free estimates. Stop by the showroom and let the experts at Glendale Tile and Tops walk you through the steps of choosing just the right product for you. Call (818) 242-2988. Gerald Sowell Interior Design — The goal of Gerald Sowell Interior Design is to develop a design that suits each individual client, in a very personal way. In consideration of that goal, there is a watchword at GSID and it’s communication. Beginning with the extensive client interview Gerald Sowell Interior Design determines the scope of the project, arranges contractor meetings, coordinates the delivery of materials, fur-

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nishings and accessories and sees to all the finishing touches, even to the hanging of your artwork. Gerald Sowell Interior Design is there for the client with the skill of planning, design, function and artistic value. With his Project Manager/Designer Emory Story, Gerald Sowell Interior Design is a vital force in establishing a sense of security and comfort in the home. Call (310) 880-3042, or visit www.designsbygerald.com. Fedde Furniture — Fedde Furniture has been selling quality home furnishings at exceptional values for more than three generations in Pasadena. Since 1937, Fedde’s has featured some of the best names in classic traditional, transitional and Arts & Crafts style furniture and custom upholstery. Fedde Furniture features a large selection of home office, —Continued on page 36

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casual dining, entertainment systems, leather seating and children’s furniture for your home. Fedde’s complimentary Interior Design service and experienced staff will help you find exactly what you need for your home and office. Free local delivery and full-service delivery staff will assure your furniture delivery. Come in today and visit their two showrooms in Pasadena, located at 2350 E. Colorado Blvd., (626) 796-7103, and 32 N. Sierra Madre Blvd., (626) 844-1160. You’ll be surprised just how much money you will save on new furniture for your home. Lee Mink & Associates brings an experienced design team to your home to help your dreams become a reality. Their signature style is good taste — interpreted with your lifestyle in mind. Whether the project

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encompasses an entire property or one room, the designers seek out inspiring and varied design concepts. Clients also enjoy beautiful custom designed furniture, bedding and window treatments, as well as an offering of furniture from Europe, the United States and around the world. For your home remodel, office interior, vacation property or refurbishing, call Lee Mink & Associates at (626) 796-3900. Suzy’s Design Furniture — Whether you’re style is traditional or modern, Suzy’s 25,000-square-foot showroom is filled to the brim with thousands of stylish pieces. Their fabulous furniture store can create one-of-akind upholstered sofas or a sofa designed to your specifications, any size any style, including a sleeper bed! Custom-stained pieces in a matter of 10 days and furniture from around the world make this the first stop on your

redecorating list. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mon.Sat.; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sun. 4111 San Fernando Road, Glendale. Call (818) 9569060, or visit www.suzysdesign.com. Expression in Wood — Since 1977, this exceptional manufacturing company has specialized in magnificent traditional cabinetry, priding itself on customer service, attention to detail and quality that exceeds the expectations of its clients. Kitchen cabinetry is a specialty. It also designs and builds bathrooms, libraries, entertainment centers and every type of cabinetry for your home or office. The finished product is an “expression in wood.” 248 Kruse Ave., Monrovia. Call (626) 303-8000, or visit www.expressioninwood.com. David Reaume Construction and Design — With a sterling background, in

both lineage (his mother is an Interior Designer, his father, a Financial Planner), and his own extensive experience in real estate, David Reaume is uniquely qualified to turn a vision into your dream reality. His extraordinary high-end, high quality work has been featured in such illustrious venues as the Pasadena Kitchen & Bath Tours, the Junior Philharmonic Holiday Walk-Ins and many years in the prestigious Pasadena Showcase Houses. Reaume Construction is presently specializing in new home building, large remodels and specialty kitchens and baths. As one of his many satisfied clients said “Your design suggestions and attention to detail added a dimension to our relationship that is not commonly found among contractors.” Call (626) 795-7810 or visit www.reaumeconstruction.com —Continued on page 38

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50% OFF

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YNZ Construction — Does the winter’s cold make you think about spring and possibly some sprucing up around your abode? Maybe adding on a new patio terrace or expanding your kitchen to fit that granite top work island you have been dreaming of? Nicki Zvik and his people have 15 years of experience behind them doing room additions, kitchen re-models , patios and much more. They pride themselves on their customer service and attention to detail. They offer a full range of services including construction management, design/build and general construction. They have a great website showing a complete view of their capabilities, history and a portfolio of their recent and past construction projects. Presently, one of their commercial projects has them remodeling the Little Caesar Pizza Chain locations in Southern and Northern California. 3151

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Cahuenga Blvd. #204, Los Angeles. (800) 771-3757. www.ynzconstruction.com. Michele Hughes Hayes is best known for her light-filled, highly personalized spaces that are relaxed but sophisticated, comfortable yet refined. This award-winning designer’s work is thoughtfully articulated through clean lines and her belief that the finer things in life don't have to be experienced in an overly formal environment. Her interiors are uplifting, authentic representations of her clients, that balance timeless surroundings with artful furnishings. Hayes’ work has been featured at the Long Beach Museum of Art, Avenues of Art and Design in West Hollywood and on HGTV. Visit www.michelehughesdesign.com, or call (626) 578-9700.

ation of harmony in one’s environment,” Carol’s goal is to enrich, inspire and instill feelings of comfort. With an extensive career since 1988, her disciplined usage of the basic elements of space, color, texture, light and nature succeeds in reflecting the unique style and purpose of each client. Carol’s work has been published in Designers West, Better Homes and Gardens, Window and Wall Ideas and F. Schumacher’s Classic Directions. She has participated in several showcase houses, the Los Angeles Assistance League Design House, the Venice Family Clinic Design House and Little Company of Mary Design House in Palos Verdes. Carol is also the winner of the coveted First Place Award of the L.A. Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers. Call (626) 441-6052.

Carol Cobabe Design — With a philosophy of “good design resulting in the cre-

Pacific Pavingstone — For more than nine years Pacific Pavingstone has been

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This month may we suggest celebrating spring with that big shopping spree you so desperately need? Or having a special event? How about a fantastic European getaway and a fabulous new bag or vacation outfit (or two!) to go with it? Spending the night out on the town? Need a new outfit to step out in style? We are the girls about town, and we're here to tell you every issue WHAT'S HOT NOW!!!

Simply Fresh never fails to deliver a little bit of everything that's hip and happening from all four corners of the world! The little cottage is filled to the brim with unique and fun gifts, the coolest fashion must-haves, charming hostess gifts for that perfect celebration, beautiful french dishes and glassware, historical cocktail napkins, adorable stationery, lovely scented candles and French bath products from Mistral and Pre-de-Provence. Simply Fresh has it all! Why go to the Westside when you have the coolest boutique in your own neigbhorhood? You will find the best retail therapy and won't leave empty handed!

Simply Fresh, 2628 Mission Street San Marino (626) 441-7250

Attention all new moms: The must-have onesees for the season are here! Saturday's Child is an upscale children's clothing and shoe store located in the beautiful Mission Village. From dressy to casual, sleepwear to shoes, christening and exquisite smock dresses to a famous bow selection, their goal is to help you find the perfect, most beautiful, adorable outfit for your child for any occasion! From cozy onesees to flower girl dresses, Saturday's Child has it all! Stop by to see the latest shipment, especially for celebrations like Easter Sunday, birthdays and spring vacations!

The Queens of Accessories have arrived! Baby Chique and Posh Accessories have joined forces and have just opened in La Cañada. Baby Chique has the most unbelievable baby products, including clothes and accessories for babies and children up to age 12. The collection includes designer diaper bags, hats, shoes, blankets and more! Stop in and check out the super trendy lines from Iceberg, Alphabet, Kanz and Naturino, the hot Italian designer of shoes. With perfect gifts for your child or any expectant mom, this is the place to find the cutest pair of shoes for your little girl or trendy diaper bags that were featured in Us Weekly. A wonderland of accessories for women, kids and babies. This super hotspot has the must-haves from the top designers. Posh is a pure party for your shopping senses, filled with lines from Isabella Fiore, Betsy Johnson, Trina Turk and Dolce & Gabbana, just to name a few. With handbags, sunglasses, jewelry and gifts to die for, Anie’s selection rivals that of any Rodeo store, so forget about driving west. Casual to black-tie, Anie has the perfect accessory for every occasion. Michelle Roy jewelry is the rage of the fashion mags, and Posh has the biggest selection. They open March 1. You are sure to leave with a smile and bags of goodies!

Baby Chique and Posh Accessories, 838 Foothill Blvd. La Cañada (818) 952-1600 / (818) 952-0133

deVelle, located adjacent to The Gates Salon, is one of the newest additions to the Mission District in San Marino! With its sophisticated approach to dressing, deVelle specializes in classic European clothing lines. Beautiful handbags and all the designer clothing you need for that spring getaway! Easter outfits galore! Investment dressing is really what deVelle is all about, buying top-quality items that will last for years rather than chasing after trends. The most important aspect of shopping with develle is the personal attention you will receive. Stop in right now for up to 60 percent off!

Saturday’s Child, 2529 Mission Street San Marino (626) 441-8888 There is a reason why PW readers voted this bakery No. 1 in Pasadena. I personally know people who drive from the San Fernando Valley to grab a couple of her world famous cupcakes and beautiful custom cakes for every occasion! All of a sudden every occasion became perfect for cupcakes — office birthdays, hostess gifts, weddings, showers. WE CRAVE THEM IN OUR SLEEP! Denise Weber and her entire family can be seen making the treats in this open, super-tidy kitchen. Denise describes the cupcakes as “a little bite of heaven.” Choose from 40 different types of customized cakes and fillings.

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deVelle, 2537 Mission Street San Marino (626) 403-4563

Got toile? Imagine taking a seat in the most adorable pink toile chair as you step into Hodge Podge. Tucked in San Marino on Huntington Drive, Hodge Podge has been in the area since the ’70s and owned by Alison Hodgkiss for the last 18 years. She is stocked full with elegant items and home accessories for spring and Easter. This is a must-stop for ceramic rabbits, decorated eggs and Brighton Collectibles! Alison carries Gifts from Dept 56 and Barefoot Contessa as well as yummy soaps and fragrances from Bella Cucina. Adorned along the wall are Ju-Ju-Be diaper bags in all colors and stripes! Like to needlepoint? Stop by Hodge Podge and visit "A Stitch In Time" for needlepoint, knitting supplies and classes. Free gift wrapping and special ordering are also available.

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Name: Eileen T’Kaye Home: West Hollywood Since: 1984 Occupation: Executive Director, The Theatre @ Boston Court Since: 2005 Actress Since: 1977 Childhood home: Los Angeles First job: A floating secretary for Capitol Records My family: My fabulous husband David and three beautiful cats (Leo and Mattie, a brother/sister act, and Marjorie, a “devil kitty” recently rescued from the parking lot of Boston Court) Favorite movie: Frank Capra’s “It’s a Wonderful Life” Desert-island album: Carole King’s “Tapestry” (for karaoke nights) What I’m reading now: Paulo Coelho’s “The Alchemist” and Jim Volz’s “How to Run a Theater” (continuously reading the latter) Proudest accomplishment: Fulfilling Z. Clark Branson’s dream by overseeing the creation of Boston Court Performing Arts Complex in Pasadena and its nonprofit theatre-producing company, The Theatre @ Boston Court Community involvement: Mentoring artists and theatre companies Favorite cause: Arts education Favorite destination in San Gabriel Valley: Boston Court Performing Arts Complex (Hello!) My idea of great entertainment: To be transported in some way, to be moved to laughter or tears, or both What I love: Acting on the stage Something surprising about me: (1) I’m sometimes shy, and can easily become a wallflower; and (2) I’m not a natural redhead. Dream goal: Acting in a Broadway show with Jeremy Irons and Judi Dench AM ARROYO ~ MARCH 2007 ~ 43

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NN HASSETT AND BOB NIEMACK HAVE SPENT THE past two-and-a-half years in another universe. The awardwinning producers from Pasadena, best-known for their work on documentaries addressing social issues and crises, produced much of the theatrical entertainment at the newly renovated Griffith Observatory — from the state-of-the-art planetarium show to the history and renovation film at the Leonard Nimoy Event Horizon Theater and even the videos shown on the shuttle buses traversing the winding road to the peak of Griffith Park. When executive director of the Friends of the Observatory Camille Lombardo approached her about becoming the executive producer for these projects, Hassett had just about given up that work to focus on fund-raising and event planning. Raising money for their four kids’ soccer and water polo teams introduced her to the nonprofit world in Pasadena, and she went on to work for local groups such as the Levitt Pavilion, Pasadena Arts Council, Pasadena Playhouse and The Pasadena Symphony. But FOTO and the Director of the Observatory Dr. E. C. Krupp wanted someone with Hassett’s experience, who could oversee budgets, hire and manage personnel, assist with the creative side and, above all else, make the films entertaining. “We were in the middle of Hollywood, and they didn’t

want it to be seen as just another dusty, old educational film,” Hassett says. She was up for the challenge of executive producing all of the film and video projects, though she knew very little about the subject. “I was fearful in the beginning that the scientists were not going to have anything to do with me and were going to feel like, ‘Oh no, this is somebody coming from trashy Hollywood,’ but that was not the case at all. The animators and Don Dixon [Griffith Observatory’s astronomical artist] were always so welcoming and so great; they wanted it to be good,” Hassett recalls. “And when they found out how little I knew about astronomy, instead of really being harsh on me, they were fabulous because now, they thought, we can test these things. It became a joke: If Ann understands it, the public will understand it,” she adds, laughing. Niemack tried to teach his wife a little about the night sky. He woke her up early one morning to look at a bright planet visible to the naked eye. Lombardo got a little worried when Hassett called it a “star” the next day. Lombardo also requested Niemack’s expertise. He signed on with his employer, LMNO Productions in Encino, to co-produce, direct and write “The Once and Future

Griffith Observatory” for the Leonard Nimoy Event Horizon Theater and the shuttle videos, which introduce the Observatory on the way up and provide a history of NASA on the way down. Hassett faced some unique challenges with “Centered in the Universe,” the show at the Samuel Oschin Planetarium. She recruited some of the finest animators in the industry to create a 3-D digital film like no other. Utilizing the crisp, lively technology seen in “Toy Story” and other popular films, the animators had to work with mathematical formulas on a flat screen and imagine what it would look like projected on a 70-foot curved dome. With no way to test their work along the way, the animators — with help from director/writer Dixon and writers Krupp and Andre Bormanis, story editor for “Star Trek Enterprise” — succeeded in making a dazzling film. After the star show, the seamless, uncut digital film takes the audience from Alexandria, Egypt, circa 140 A.D., through the advances in scientific understanding from Ptolemy to Galileo to Hubble, to the present-day Observatory. Along the way, we

witness the Big Bang, as a tiny molecule explodes into a milky galaxy. Dixon insisted on authenticity; from the location of planets in the sky to the kind of feather in Galileo’s quill pen, everything was meticulously researched. And the score, featuring completely original music, sets an inspiring mood. The film ends with a shot that will take your breath away: As if on a simulated helicopter ride, viewers swoop in on the Observatory in its renovated beauty. Another risky, expensive and seemingly impossible task involved hiring actors to provide live narration for each showing — nine each day four days of the week, and 11 a day on weekends, quite possibly the biggest weekly audience of any theater in Los Angeles. Directed by Chris Shelton, the actors memorize the entire half-hour script and walk amongst the audience with a glowing orb at the beginning and end of the show. As the writer and director of “The Once and Future Griffith Observatory,” Niemack spent five months putting together the film, doing archival and historical research and documenting the renovation of the Observatory. The show is worlds

apart from typical stodgy educational fare. With production qualities worthy of a feature film, a stimulating combination of photos, vintage film footage, interviews and coverage of the renovation, it is a fascinating introduction to the Observatory. Scattered throughout the script are tidbits such as the fact that more people have looked through the Observatory’s telescope than any other in the world, and since it opened in 1935, more than 70 million people have visited. For Niemack, the project was an opportunity to break out of his usual executive-producing responsibilities at LMNO and the subject matter he’s so familiar with. Between them, Hassett and Niemack have earned 11 Emmy Awards, two CableACE Awards and a Peabody, among many other honors, as producers of television programs for major networks and cable venues such as HBO, Discovery Channel and The Learning Channel since 1980. “Before there was Oprah and Dr. Phil, we were making documentaries about people whose families were falling apart and who were at that very moment in some kind of crisis. So our films were very psychological, very —Continued on page 46 ARROYO ~ MARCH 2007 ~ 45

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YOU MIGHT THINK THAT MICAH FIELDS IS either very talented or very, very lucky. At only 23, he is executive chef for Vive, an ultra-hip restaurant and lounge that occupies a prominent street corner in the heart of Old Pasadena. It’s the kind of high-profile assignment that chefs twice his age, and with three times the experience, would kill for. But Chef Fields has at least a couple of very strong advantages — youthful optimism and energy. Born and raised in Pasadena, Fields is a graduate of the city’s famed California School of Culinary Arts. He enrolled straight out of high school to become a pastry chef, but soon found himself immersed in the world of fine cuisine. “I wanted to learn how to do the desserts,” he says, “but it just so happened that C.S.C.A. has a classical French [approach]. From there, I started to learn about Chinese food, about Latin fla48 ~ MARCH 2007 ~ ARROYO

vors – it got a lot broader.” That breadth is reflected in the bold but approachable Latin-Asian fusion menu offered nightly at Vive (Spanish for “lively”). Combining elements of Chinese, Caribbean and South American cuisines, Fields jumps effortlessly from ropa vieja with crispy plantains to char sui pork loin with ginger apples, and on to Alaskan halibut and garlic long beans with coconut broth. Of particular note are Dungeness crab wontons with tomatillo salsa and crème fraîche, and the Vive by 4 — a well-balanced entrée sampler of sesame tofu, wok hay shrimp, chicken stir-fry and Cuban steak with beans. A strong menu, coupled with live salsa music, free dance lessons and a lounge atmosphere, is causing quite a stir on the local nightlife scene. Fridays are Prive/Latin Night with hip-hop, disco, ’80s and Latin hits; Saturdays are VLounge Euro

Night with hip-hop, house and club hits; and Sundays feature live salsa music with free dance lessons from Rodrigo Guzman, starting at 4 p.m. As Vive’s reputation continues to grow, so too does Fields’ star continue to rise. How does it feel to have such a prominent position at your age? I don’t take this lightly at all, and I try to be humble about it. I’m still shocked to this day that I have this job. It usually takes a long time to get to where I am, many more years of training, so I guess I’m very blessed to be where I am right now. Being from Pasadena, I have a lot of support. I have all of my friends here and all of my family here. They come out to the restaurant to eat, so I get a lot of moral support. —Continued on page 50

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You seem to have some impressive experience. Who have you worked with? After culinary school I spent a month in London with Gordon Ramsay at his restaurant in Chelsea. I went from there to Spago in Beverly Hills for about six months, and I was a private chef at a sorority house for a few months. Then I went to Kendall’s Brasserie, which is a Patina restaurant downtown. I was there for a couple of years before I did a 15-course tasting for the owners of Vive. We took it from there. How did you develop the Vive menu? I developed about 80 percent of the menu by reading books and experimenting in my home kitchen. We didn’t put any of the items from the original tasting on the menu, so I had to develop the menu from scratch. I played around with some ideas from books and the Internet and came up with 30 or 40 options, and Vive’s owners said, “Here are the ones we want.” Then my sous-chef, who worked at the previous restaurant [at this location], also came up with a couple of dishes based on items from that menu. What are some of the challenges in creating a fusion menu? When I first got introduced to the idea of Latin-Asian fusion, I thought it was pretty crazy. I thought it was almost impossible to do, but then I realized they both use rice, and they’re both very much into herbs and spices. Do you think your age has anything to do with the success of Vive? I don’t like to think of myself as some great young chef that made it. I like to think that any chef could do this by experimenting and having fun with it. AM STEVE COULTER is director of operations for Culinary Staffing Services in Los Angeles, and a freelance caterer with over 20 years of experience in food and beverage. He is a regular dining columnist for Verdugo Monthly, a sister publication of Arroyo, and his restaurant reviews and features can be found in current editions of “Hungry? Los Angeles” and “Hungry? Family: Los Angeles.” 50 ~ MARCH 2007 ~ ARROYO

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CELEBRATING DANCE AT THE ALEX March 3 — The Alex Theatre is the scene of a dance festival featuring eight award-winning dance companies in Celebrate Dance 2007. Lester Horton Award-winner and Executive Producer Jamie Nichols has selected dance companies in a variety of genres, including ballet and jazz, as well as modern, traditional and contemporary dance. The show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $16.50 to $31.50, with discounts for students, seniors and children; group rates for 15 or more. Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale. Call (818) 243-2539, or visit www.alextheatre.org/events/07.

GET YOUR ART ON ROUTE 66 March 3 — The Center for the Arts, Eagle Rock’s fifth annual Route 66 Art Auction kicks off with a members-only preview reception from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by a silent auction open to the public at 7 p.m. and a live auction at 9:30 p.m. The event is free to members, $20 for the general public. Center for the Arts, Eagle Rock, 2225 Colorado Blvd., Eagle Rock. Call (323) 226-1617, or visit www.centerartseaglerock.org.

SYMPHONY FUN AND GAMES March 3 & 24 — The Pasadena Symphony will honor benefactors Edith and Jack Roberts in a gala night of dining, dancing, silent and live auctions and casino games to benefit the Symphony. Monte Carlo meets Los Angeles at “La Nuit de Jeux,”or “The Night of Games,”where you can dance to the music of Art Deco and His Society Orchestra and play a host of games. Tickets start at $300. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. at the California Club, 538 S. Flower St., Los Angeles. And don’t miss the next concert, featuring music by Brahms, 54 ~ MARCH 2007 ~ ARROYO

Schoenberg and Haydn, at 8 p.m. March 24 at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, 300 E. Green St., Pasadena. Call (626) 7937172, ext. 17, or visit www.pasadenasymphony.org.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DR. SEUSS! March 3 — The whole family can celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Kidspace Children’s Museum. Put on a hat or wear red and white to honor the author while celebrating the experience of reading. Kidspace Children’s Museum, 480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena. Call (626) 449-9144, or visit www.kidspacemuseum.org.

“GILGAMESH” AT BOSTON COURT Through April 8 — Experience the world premiere adaptation of “Gilgamesh” in this new version by Stephen Mitchell. The play’s namesake, a heroic warrior-king, and his recently civilized wild friend, Enkidu, set out on an agonizing, memorably mythic journey. Considered the world’s most ancient text, “Gilgamesh” remains a reminder of the timelessness of love, courage, grief and the search for life’s meaning. Visit www.bostoncourt.com for information about special events held in conjunction with the performances throughout March. Playtimes are at 8 p.m.Thursday through Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at Boston Court, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena. Call (626) 683-6883, or visit www.bostoncourt.com.

A DAY OF GLAMOUR March 4 — Friends of CASA of Los Angeles hosts “A Day of Glamour” at the Westin Pasadena with a delicious lunch and fashion show by celebrity designer Angela Dean of Deanzign Designer Collections. The live auction will feature a custom gown, dinner at a firehouse, L.A. Fashion Week tick-

ets and dinner with a charming male model. Proceeds allow CASA of Los Angeles to support Glamour Gowns, a private outreach event in April that provides formal gowns for girls in foster care to wear at formal events like the prom. Tickets are $75.“A Day of Glamour” runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Westin Pasadena, 191 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena. Call (323) 526-6329, or visit www.casala.org.

MODERN DANCE REIGNS March 4 & 18 — The 2007 Associates of the Brand Library Dance Series continues with a pair of modern dance performances this month. The March 4 event features Hysterica Dance, led by Artistic Director and choreographer Kitty McNamee in a performance titled “Rapture.” The March 18 performance features Louise Reichlin and Dancers in a work entitled “The Shampoo,” the first in the new “Reality Series.” The free performances start at 3 p.m. at Brand Library Galleries, 1601 W. Mountain St., Glendale. Call (626) 3993676, or visit www.brandlibrary.org.

A CHANGE IN THE WEATHER March 7 — Humans have, in effect, launched an environmental experiment over the last hundred-odd years, as the levels of trace gases have increased drastically. More and more greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, in the atmosphere cause increased trapping of earth radiation and rising temperatures. Human activity is the most likely culprit, according to the Feb. 2 U.N. Report. Climate change will be the subject of a free lecture by Louis E. Nohl Professor and Caltech Professor of Chemical Engineering John Seinfeld at 8 p.m. at Beckman Auditorium on the Caltech

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March 9 — Art can be found everywhere in Pasadena, especially during the city’s biannual ArtNight. More than 13 venues will open their doors for free from 6 to 10 p.m. for a night celebrating creative expression. For more information, call (626) 744-7887, or visit www.artnightpasadena.org.

March 16 & 17 — The Pasadena Jazz Institute’s new home at Paseo Colorado is a fine venue for hearing top jazz performances. This weekend, see and hear the Jeff Hamilton Trio in performances at 8 and 10 p.m. both nights. Hear the versatile, in-demand drummer along with pianist Tamir Hendelman and Christoph Luty on bass. Pasadena Jazz Institute at Paseo Colorado, 260 E. Colorado Blvd., Ste. 206, Pasadena. Call (626) 398-3344, or visit www.pasjazz.org.

CUTTIN’ UP AT THE PLAYHOUSE March 9 through April 15 — The Pasadena Playhouse presents the West Coast premiere of “Cuttin’ Up,” by writer and director Charles Randolph-Wright. The play explores the phenomenon of the African-American barbershop through profoundly funny anecdotes, memories, music and oral history going back some 60 years. Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Ave., Pasadena. Call (626) 356-7529, or visit www.pasadenaplayhouse.org.

SPEAKING GREEN AT DESCANSO March 15 — “Greenspeak: An Environmental Discourse Series” presents “Green Visions for 21st-Century Southern California,” at Descanso Gardens, where noted experts explore ways to improve the local environment. Jennifer Wolch, director of the Center for Sustainable Cities and Dean of Graduate Programs at USC, will discuss natural habitats in the L.A. area and the idea that they can actually expand despite the area’s booming development. Wolch will delve into the best uses of the natural space available and present preservation ideas. The free discussion runs from 7 to 9 p.m. in Van de Kamp Hall at Descanso Gardens,

HUSBANDS AND WIVES March 17 through April 22 — The Fremont Centre Theatre presents the hit play, “Joanna’s Husband and David’s Wife,” from the novel by Elizabeth Forsythe Hailey. Directed by Norman Cohen, the play explores a 25-year marriage from the 1960s through the ’80s, during which time gender roles were sometimes turned upside-down. Fremont Centre Theatre, 1000 Fremont Ave., South Pasadena. Call (866) 8114111, or visit www.fremontcentretheatre.com.

A FIFTH OF BEETHOVEN, ANYONE? March 24 — Maestro Vener and the California Philharmonic present two of Beethoven’s best-loved works, coupling the best-known symphony in history with one of the greatest piano concertos ever penned. Enjoy Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony and Piano Concerto No. 5,“Emperor,” at 8 p.m. at the Ambassador Auditorium, 131 S. St. John Ave., Pasadena. Call (626) 300-8200, or visit www.calphil.org.

INTIMATE OPERA GALA March 25 — Intimate Opera Company celebrates its 10-year anniversary with a special performance of Johann Strauss’ comic classic, “Die Fledermaus (The Revenge of the Bat),” at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium. Prior to the performance, at 12:30 p.m., guests can attend a gourmet gala luncheon in the Civic’s Gold Room. Cost is $125 per person for the luncheon, performance and a donation to Intimate Opera benefiting future productions. Tickets to the performance only, starting at 2 p.m., are $35 for adults, $30 for seniors, $20 for students and $15 for children. Pasadena Civic Auditorium, 300 E. Green St., Pasadena. Call (213) 365-3500 for tickets, or visit www.intimateopera.net. Additional area performances are at 7:30 p.m. March 9 at Alhambra High School, 101 S. Second St., Alhambra, and 2 p.m. March 11 and 18 at Harbeson Hall, Pasadena City College, 1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena.

TREASURE TROVE March 30 through April 1 — The Pasadena Art Alliance hosts its annual Treasure Sale, a fund-raiser featuring fine quality furniture, jewelry, clothing and art. The event begins with an invitation-only opening night party and preview sale on March 30. The public is invited from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 31 and April 1 to peruse 18 beautifully decorated rooms with tons of items to choose from. The Pasadena Art Alliance has provided money for innovative visual art projects and exhibitions, helping Southern California artists and institutions like the Armory Center for the Arts, MOCA and LACMA. The Treasure Sale will be at Homestead House, 680 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. Call (626) 795-9276, or visit www.pasadenaartalliance.org. ARROYO ~ MARCH 2007 ~ 55

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Peaceful, easy feeling Sierra Madre takes pride in 100 years as the town that time forgot. BY CARL KOZLOWSKI THROUGHOUT ITS CENTURY OF EXISTENCE, Sierra Madre has cultivated an air of mystery. Even though it was once the end of the Red-Car Line, since that transit line’s demise in 1961 it has willingly faded into the foothills of the San Gabriel Valley. Yet it possesses a magical allure that holds its residents for a lifetime and engages visitors who stumble upon its myriad charms. It’s not often that one can still find a town where the jail has become a one-room bed-andbreakfast run by a lawyer, where there are as many churches as there are liquor stores, and where a metal sculpture of Huck Finn stands as the centerpiece of the entry to the town hall. Even more amazing is the fact that this town isn’t in the middle of nowhere like “The Andy Griffith Show’s” iconic Mayberry, but rather can be found within a halfhour’s drive of the second-biggest city in America. That’s why it’s big news that Sierra Madre is throwing out its welcome mat to the world this year to celebrate its centennial, and March is perhaps the greatest month of all to schedule a short road trip for a visit. After all, the townspeople should be just regaining their footing after their gala Centennial Opening Night party on Feb. 23, and will be hosting a plethora of events ranging from the Woman’s Club Centennial Celebration to the Huck Finn Camp-Out and Fishing Derby. “The idea of the centennial was to provide a few key events for each of the nine months [through October] and provide a framework for other community groups to look at what they have accomplished,” said Toni Buckner, the city’s director of library services and head of the Centennial Committee. Buckner was asked by former town mayor Rob Stockley, who had begun planning for the centennial celebration in 2005, to oversee the Committee. Buckner thought it was a great honor to accept. “It’s a nice match for the library because we co-own archival materials on the town with the Historical Society and keep them here at the library,” Buckner explains. “And this month, of course, brings us the biggest event of any year.” Buckner is referring to the town’s annual Wistaria Festival, which celebrates the fact that Sierra Madre is home to what the Guinness Book 56 ~ MARCH 2007 ~ ARROYO

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of World Records has classified as the world’s largest blooming plant — in addition to its status as one of the Seven Horticultural Wonders of the World. The plant took decades to grow to its present size occupying a whole acre, and thousands of visitors make the trek each year just to stare at the sheer scope of the florid beast. Other prime events this month include the March 2 opening of the Creative Arts Group’s “Impressions of Sierra Madre,” featuring paintings and drawings representing various aspects of life in the hillside community. Artwork will be displayed throughout the downtown area and will be judged by Segil Gallery’s Laura Segil, as well as by local artists Walter McNall and Daryl Bryant, who will determine the lucky winners of ribbons and cash prizes. Art will also be the draw as the Creative Arts Group adds to the Wistaria Festival hysteria with a student art sale, featuring ceramics, acrylics, watercolor, enamel and more, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 25 at 108 N. Baldwin Ave. And history buffs can get their fill by attending the “History of Early Sierra Madre and Ascension Church” talk by Father Roger Wood at 7 p.m. March 12 at the Church of the Ascension. But no matter how much fun you have in March, be sure to make return trips later in the year for such events as the St. Rita School’s per-

formance of the Thornton Wilder standard “Our Town” in May. In fact, judging by the loving way that Buckner speaks of her home city, there can be few more appropriate places to witness that American classic. “I feel it’s so accessible, a community that you can walk, and I see many people walk from one end of town to the other just to get their exercise. You get to know people — there’s always someone to chat with and say hello,” says Buckner. “It’s a great place to have a family. We were fortunate to raise our daughters here and be able to go to the library and have children’s story hour and a town pool to learn how to swim. People put their roots down here, so you get a sense of place. I’ve been at the library for 30 years now, and its director since 1985, but it’s always been a rich experience.” AM For more information about centennial events, contact the Sierra Madre Public Library at (626) 355-7186, or the Community and Personnel Services Department at (626) 355-5278. CARL KOZLOWSKI writes regularly for Pasadena Weekly, the national business magazine Motto and the Web magazine www.arrivistepress.com. He also has had articles published in the Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune and The Progressive.

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Home is where the heart is Actors Jane Kaczmarek and Bradley Whitford host fund-raisers at their San Marino home as an entertaining way to give back. BY JULIE RIGGOTT ~ PHOTOS BY CHRISTOPHER RAINONE

HEN JANE KACZMAREK AND BRADLEY WHITFORD ATTENDED AN INTIMATE dinner party hosted by Don and Mary Thomas, fellow congregants at All Saints Church in Pasadena, they heard about the couple’s annual travels to Malawi as part of their volunteer work with Global AIDS Interfaith Alliance. The charity’s founder, William Rankin, also shared his experiences helping people in one of the poorest nations in the world. “They told a story that just haunted me about people starving in Malawi,” Kaczmarek recalled. “These women would dive into this water, where water lilies were blooming. These ponds would be filled with crocodiles, and these women were so hungry that they would dive down and swim in these dangerous waters to get these water lily bulbs, which were highly nutritious but very poisonous. They would eat these things — although it would make them very sick — to get any nutrition at all.” Moved by that image, in such contrast with our own lives, and impressed with Rankin and the Thomases’ devotion to improving the lives of people halfway across the world, Kaczmarek and Whitford felt a “huge responsibility to participate.” So the successful television actors joined forces with GAIA to host a special fund-raiser, “Village by Village: A Garden Party for GAIA,” on April 21 at their San Marino home. Founded in 2000 by Rankin, a former associate rector of All Saints Church, GAIA works with religious groups to provide HIV education, testing and care in —Continued on page 60 Malawi, where about 14 percent of the adult population is

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Aarnun Gallery Fine Picture Framing — Located in a charming “Boston Row House,” Ed and Marcia Nunnery have provided expert design solutions (for over 30 years) in a professional, creative environment. Every imaginable frame is available from hand-carved wood, handcrafted leather, “Craftsman,” 22KT gold and traditional French to clean contemporary. There’s also art restoration, a selection of desk frames, decorative stands and lighting accessories. Designers and their clients welcome. 603 E. Green St. Open Wed-Sat 10-5. Call (626) 793-4805. John Moran Auctioneers — Expertly serving clients since 1969, John Moran Auctioneers is a full-service auction house offering quality objects and complete personalized dedication. Monthly estate and fine furniture auctions are where collectors, dealers, decorators and others gather to buy the finest antiques, silver, American Indian, oil and watercolor paintings, jewelry, unusual accessories and much more! They also hold an auction (three times per year) for exceptional California and American paintings. Consignment and the purchasing of estates. 735 W. Woodbury Road, Altadena. Call (626) 793-1833, or visit www.johnmoran.com. Adesso Eclectic Imports — Having lived in seven countries, the owners of Adesso, Suad and Selma Cisic, bring the furniture and accessories of Italy, Spain, France and Argentina to their delightful sun-filled shop. You feel the hospitality as you walk in, making the discovery of magnificent antiques and clean-lined mid-century pieces all the more special. Large gold mirrors, warm woods and colored glass chandeliers are all here, as well as many fascinating accent pieces So come to Adesso and let this beautiful couple lead you through their

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destination for the seekers of the avant garde and unusual. Designers and their clients welcome. 38 E. Holly St. (626) 683-3511. Open 11-5 Tues-Sun. Thomas R. Field — The most beautiful room settings of American antiques and folk art are found here. Field’s national clientele knows this furniture complements many styles — English, French and more — giving an eclectic feel to traditional as well as the most modern of homes. The company’s philosophy is “objects of art fit anywhere.” Celebrate the American Heritage with grandfather clocks, paintings, sculptures and weathervanes. Certified appraisal services and estate dispositions. 1127 Mission St., South Pasadena. Call (626) 799-8546. Tirage Gallery — Located in the heart of Pasadena’s art and antique district, Tirage Gallery features one of the largest selections of plein air paintings and representational fine art in the Western states. With more than 60 nationally recognized artists in scheduled themed exhibitions, Tirage Gallery offers an extensive variety of oil paintings, pastels and watercolors of landscapes, urban impressionism, still lifes, interiors and figurative imagery along with sculpture and commissioned portraiture. As a full-service gallery, Tirage is a specialist in corporate collections, sitespecific artwork and a provider of fine art for film and television projects; most recently “Because I Said So” and “The Departed.” Other notable films include “L.A. Confidential,” “Thomas Crown Affair,” “Daddy Day Care” and “The Wedding Planner.” Tirage Gallery also provides custom framing, fine art restoration, and curatorial services. One West California Blvd., Pasadena. Call (626) 405-1020, or visit www.tirageart.com.

THOMAS R. FIELD American Antiques

www.thomasrfieldantiques.com The only shop in Southern California offering a full range of 18th and 19th century American antiques and folk art. Certified appraisal services...estate dispositions Purchasing and brokering fine examples of American antiques and folk art. 1127 Mission St. South Pasadena 91030 (626) 799-8546

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“Cow Herd Near Bellvue” by James Crandall, oil on canvas 18” x 24” seen in new feature film "Because Said So" 18" x 24" "Evening As Light" bytheMartha Saudek, oil onI canvas “Reflections”, Arthur Egeli, oil on canvas 30” x 30”

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One West California Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91105 One West California Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91105 (626)405-1020 (626) 405-1020

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One West California Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91105 One West California Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91105 (626)405-1020 (626) 405-1020

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