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READY SET GOLDEN GLOBES!—Tina Fey (left) and Amy Poehler get ready to host the 71st annual Golden Globes Awards on Sunday at The Beverly Hilton. Photo courtesy of Dick Clark Productions

Beverly Hills resident sets a new record in tribute to his brother. 4

CENTENNIAL STORY—Throughout 2014 The Courier will publish historic photographs and documents that reflect the City’s centennial spirit. Above is Horace Mann’s graduating class of 1940. Think you know the names of all the students? The Courier is offering a chocolate prize to anyone who can identify the students in the picture above. If you’d like to share your slice of Beverly Hills history with the community, bring by your scrapbooks or email images to lcoleman@bhcourier.com.

Kobar Project Sparks Debate By Victoria Talbot The City Council chambers filled with supporters and opponents of the Kobar project, at 8767

Wilshire Blvd., following a campaign of flyers and emails from (see ‘KOBAR,’ page 10)

George Christy, Page 6 Rare By Drai’s Is 2014’s Hot Spot, The Stunning Original Steakhouse Under Victor Drai’s Discerning Eye – Two Seriously Sexy Dining Rooms With Portraits Of Smoochable Babes

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Announcements Real Estate Rentals Sales and More

(see ‘GOLDEN GLOBES,’ page10)

Northrop Aerospace Pioneer Tom Jones Dies At 93 By John L. Seitz Thomas V. Jones, the chief executive who grew Northrop Corp. into an aerospace giant, died Tuesday of pulmonary fibrosis at age 93.

Jones, who got his start as an aerospace engineer, had a reputation as a bold risk-taker, championing a variety of aircraft including the B-2 Stealth (see ‘JONES,’ page 10)

By Victoria Talbot Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca announced he would retire at the end of the month following allegations of misconduct in the department and the indictment of 18 current and former deputies on corruption charges. Baca has served four terms as sheriff. Lee Baca

(see ‘BACA,’ page 14)

LET’S DANCE—Beverly Hills High School students get ready to take the stage on Wednesday. Pictured above (back row): Sara Katz, Shireen Lai, Chantelle Ahl, Olivia Ayl, Isaac Spector, Marielle Woroboff, Scout Sklarew, and Justin Friedman; (middle row): Mia Bronson and Sydney Navid; and (front row): Ariella Maman, Paloma Bloch and Charlotte Froyland.

Board Of Education Votes To Reimburse Measure E Fund

Annual BHHS Dance Company Show Starts Wednesday

By Laura Coleman Less than two weeks after Karen Christiansen filed suit against Board of Education VP Brian Goldberg and Boardmember Lisa Korbatov, among others, for fraud, corruption

By Chantel Bernabo Beverly Hills High School’s annual dance show performance kicks off Wednesday (Jan. 15) and

runs through Saturday (Jan. 18) at 7 p.m. in the school auditorium. Busily practicing to prepare for (see ‘DANCE,’ page 15)

Trousdale Estates Continues To Be Housing Darling In 2014 By Laura Coleman Trousdale Estates’ master planner Edward H. Fickett could never have imagined the 410-acre hillside enclave Paul Trousdale tapped him to design in 1950 would continue to be the bastion of exclusivity that it has been since the first crop of luminaries moved in. Nearly a quarter of last year’s Beverly Hills home sales north of $2 million were in Trousdale and local

Editorial from Rabbi Pressman AND MORE

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Amy Poehler set to walk a celebrity-driven cast of presenters in honoring 2013’s best in

L.A. County Sheriff Lee Baca To Retire At End Of Month

City Council honors retiring commissioners. 5

U.S. Marines lend help to the Hollywood Celebrity Toy Drive. 5 •Arts & Entertainment 2 •Health & Wellness 12 •Birthdays 18

By Laura Coleman Beverly Hills will once again play host to the Golden Globes Sunday at The Beverly Hilton with hosts Tina Fey and

Edward Fickett

(see ‘TROUSDALE,’ page 14)

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2014 Golden Globe Awards Returns To Beverly Hills

City prepares for Chinese New Year’s celebration. 4

Al Gelato celebrates 30 years in Beverly Hills.

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and malicious prosecution, the Beverly Hills Board of Education on Tuesday voted unanimously to use locally restricted funds to reimburse the Measure (see ‘MEASURE E,’ page 15)

A HAPPY TRIO — S a n d r a Bullock, Josh Holloway and Jessica Alba joined a galaxy of stars during the 40th Annual Peoples’ Choice Awards at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live. For more photos, see George Christy’s column on page 6.

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ARTS & E N T E RTA I N M E N T For 25th Palm Springs Film Festival, Success Is All In The Numbers What’s in a number? Plenty if you’re Harold Matzner, board chair of the Palm Springs International Film Society, producers of the annual Palm Springs International Film Festival. As Matzner reported to the 1,100 attendees in the sold-out auditorium of Palm Springs High School for the opening night American premiere screening of Belle, the annual festival has grown to be one of the top three film festivals in North America, bringing more than 150,000 visitors—with their wallets and purses—to the Desert for fun, parties and films. The Friday screening was followed by an “after-party” at the Palm Springs Art Museum, prelude to Saturday’s legendary, black-tie Awards Gala at the Palm Springs Convention Center, the only venue here capable of handling the size of the awards ceremony and sit-down dinner. More than 200 media outlets from around the globe, including The Beverly Hills Courier, covered the red carpet arrivals, (celebrities were driven to the Convention Center in all-new Mercedes-Benz luxuryclass vehicles), while hundreds of adoring fans lined Jackie Lee Plaza across from the center’s entrance for a chance of receiving a wave or an autograph from the arriving stars. Again, the numbers are impressive. Matzner reminded us the gala was over-sold at 1,900 fans and grossed about $2.6 million of which more than $1 million was profit. The perfect execution of even the smallest details was presided over by the Desert’s premier event planner, Shari Kelly, who told us that 18,500 roses, specially ordered nearly a year ago as a hedge against the floral demands of Pasadena’s Rose Parade, covered

Frances Allen’s Desert Roundup

U2’s Bono, winner of the Sonny Bono Visionary Award, and The Courier’s Frances Allen.

the 198 white-topped tables. However, not all tables were created equal. At one, Harvey Weinstein was sandwiched between Julia Roberts and Meryl Streep, while Tom Hanks and Bono held court over two others. The honorees were presented with an original Dale Chihuly glass sculpture of the iconic John Kennedy-created bronze statue, “The Entertainer.” Cartier, presenter of the gala, provided select honorees, presenters and guests with examples of the real “bling” in addition to gifting all male honorees with a Tank MC watch and female honorees with Tank Anglaise. Cartier did not forget the presenters, either. The men received Belle Epoque cufflinks, while Sweet Trinity necklaces went to the ladies.

For those celebs and guests who were in no mood to go to bed early (by Desert standards), after the Awards Gala, an after-party at the secluded Parker Palm Springs was the scene fort some high-power conversations between the likes of honoree Bruce Dern, Matthew McConaughey and Amy Adams. The Parker also served as the venue for a by-invitation-only brunch the following morning hosted by Variety to honor John Lee Hancock with the Variety Creative Impact in Directing Award and Jonah Hill the Variety Creative Impact in Acting Award, both presented by Mercedes-Benz. The brunch also featured its annual list of “10 Directors to Watch” with each honoree present receiving a plaque. ****** The 25th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival honorees and presenters include: Thomas Newman (Frederick Lowe Award for Film Composing), presented by Colin Farrell and John Lee Hancock; Steve McQueen (Director of the Year), by Chiwetel Ejiofor; Lupita Nyong’o Breakthrough Performance Award), by Alfre Woodard; Bruce Dern (Career Achievement Award), by Jane Fonda; Julia Roberts (Spotlight Award), presented by Ewan McGregor; Matthew McConaughey (Desert Palm Achievement Award), presented by Gary Oldman; U2 (Sonny Bono Visionary Award), presented by Mary Bono Mack, Idris Elba and Naomie Harris; American Hustle (Ensemble Performance Award), by David O. Russell; Sandra Bullock (Desert Palm Achievement Award), by Gena Rowlands; Tom Hanks (Chairman’s Award), by Julia Roberts; and Meryl Streep (Icon Award), by Margo Martindale.

State’s Largest Meteorite Museum Opens At UCLA California's largest collection of meteorites, and the fifthlargest collection in the nation, is on display in the new UCLA Meteorite Gallery (following an invitation-only opening today) and free to the public. The museum, in UCLA’s Geology Building (Room 3697) is open weekdays from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and on some weekend afternoons; visit the gallery's website, www.meteorites.ucla.edu, for details. A centerpiece of the museum is a 357-pound iron chunk of an asteroid that crashed into Arizona some 50,000 years ago, creating a mile-wide crater just east of Flagstaff. Visitors are allowed to touch the object, which like most other meteorites, and like the Earth itself, is 4.5 billion years old, said John Wasson, the gallery’s curator and a UCLA professor of geochemistry and chemistry. The collection houses specimens of nearly 1,500 meteorites that illustrate the scientific processes that were active in the early solar system. About 100 of these—representing a wide variety of meteorite types —are currently on display.

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B E V E R LY H I L L S M A I N N E W S HAPPY NEW YEAR – Traditional Chinese performances and Good Fortune giveaways are part of Beverly Hills’ annual Chinese New Year’s celebration. Pictured left, costumed performers inside a dragon, known as dragon dancers, entertain bystanders on Rodeo Drive for the “Year of the Snake.” The “Year of the Horse” begins Jan. 31, although Beverly Hills will celebrate on Feb. 8.

Beverly Hills Declares Its Independence Day: April 24 By Victoria Talbot In a resolution at the request of Mayor John Mirisch, the Beverly Hills City Council formally adopted April 24 as Beverly Hills Independence Day Tuesday, commemorating the day that residents, in a special election, voted against an-

nexation to the City of Los Angeles in 1923. The City will join with the Rodeo Drive Committee on Sunday, April 27, to produce the first Independence Day Celebration and Centennial Block Party on Rodeo Drive. (see ‘INDEPENDENCE’ page 16)

East West Bank, Two Rodeo And The Courier To Host Beverly Hills’ Chinese New Year Celebration By Laura Coleman Beverly Hills is gearing up for its third annual Chinese New Year celebration on Saturday, Feb. 8, sponsored by Two

Rodeo, East West Bank and The Courier. In commemoration of the “Year of the Horse,” Two Rodeo will display a larger-than-life-

size horse sculpture by celebrated American artist Deborah Butterfield. Starting at 4:30 p.m., this (see ‘NEW YEAR,’ page 15)

LOCAL INSPIRATION–Last September, 57-year-old Beverly Hills resident Bryan Brown made history when he completed the first continuous descent of the entire primary Colorado River watershed in American history. He did this -solo and unsupported -- as a tribute to his younger brother, Bruce, who died during late 2012 of Muscular Dystrophy. This trip, which was done in a kayak and involved some 2,400 miles of paddling, began at the source of the Green River near Jackson, Wyoming, on June 1, 2013. The first leg of this trip retraced John Wesley Powell's historic journey of 1869 and ran from Green River Lakes, Wyoming, through the Grand Canyon to the U.S./Mexico border near Yuma, Arizona. The second leg of the trip ran from Rocky Mountain National Park to the confluence of the Green and Colorado rivers southwest of Moab, Utah. SAFETY FIRST–Beverly Hills Pack 100 Cub Scouts got an informative treat this month when BHPD Sgt. George Demarois attended its January Den meeting to speak on neighborhood and computer safety. Pictured (from left): Cub Scout Co-Den Leader Glenna Baron, Evan Baron, Noah Benjy, Matthew Goldner, Sgt. Demarois, Matthew Gabayan and Marcus Ho.

Planning Commission Appointment Remains Open; Council Rejects Nominee in 3-2 Vote By Victoria Talbot Beverly Hills City Council members exchanged barbs over a City of Beverly Hills Planning Commission appointment Tuesday with allegations

of Brown Act violations and other misconduct. The council rejected the nomination of Marilyn Gallup to serve on the Commission 3-2. The selection process returns to the ad hoc

committee and the candidate pool. Gallup is a community leader who currently serves on the Sunshine Task Force. (see ‘PLANNING,’ page 16)

Former Beverly Hills Fire Chief Tim Scranton Appointed To FEMA Post In Arkansas

Tim Scranton

By Victoria Talbot The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced Monday that Timothy J. Scranton has been named as the federal coordinating officer for federal recovery operations in Arkansas, after FEMA announced that federal disaster aid has been

made available following a severe winter storm Dec. 5-6. President Obama declared several Arkansas counties as major disaster areas Monday, clearing the way for federal aid. Scranton, a veteran fire-fighter with more than 30 years of experience, served as deputy fire chief and (see ‘FEMA’ page 15)

ICE CREAM CELEBRATIONS—Al Gelato on Robertson will celebrate 30 years in Beverly Hills this month. The founder, Clare Karbowski, learned how to make authentic gelato in Palermo. Pictured above (from left) are three generations of the family-run business: Joe Lisuzzo III, Richard Karbowski, Clare Karbowski and Joe Lisuzzo Jr.

Al Gelato Celebrates 30 Years In Beverly Hills With 1984 Prices By Laura Coleman To celebrate 30 years in Beverly Hills, on Jan. 22 Al Gelato on Robertson Boule-

vard will roll back its prices to 1984 for one day. The neighborhood ice(see ‘AL GELATO’ page 16)

NEW FACE OF EDUCATION–Beverly Hills High School student Eliza Beenhouwer was welcomed onto the Beverly Hills Board of Education on Tuesday. “I’m very excited,” she said about her next five months as student boardmember.

Beverly Hills Joins Los Angeles to Ban Single Use Plastic Bags By Victoria Talbot The Beverly Hills City Council has directed staff to prepare an ordinance following Los Angeles County’s lead, and banning the single-use plastic bag in large stores which generate more than $2 million per year and have

10,000+ square feet in retail space, affecting most large grocery stores. Shoppers will be required to bring their own bags or pay 10 cents for each paper bag they use. The ban would later extend to smaller retail stores and convenience (see ‘PLASTIC’ page 16)

RESCUE FREDDIE–Freddie is a 1-year-old Havanese mix male that weighs 10-pounds. His owners left him at a shelter where he only had hours to live if Shelter Hope did not take him in. It’s a myth that shelters don't kill pure bred and designer young dogs. Those interested in welcoming this full of life pup to their family may call Shelter Hope at 805-379-3538 or contact Kira Lorsch at 4Dogs@RHLGroup.com.

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> MEALS ON WHEELS—El Rodeo teacher Kerry Mazor's instructed 6th grader science students in planting paper white bulbs that they donated to Meals on Wheels of West Los Angeles as a ServiceLearning Project. Pictured (from left): Pamela Frieden from Meals on Wheels with El Rodeo 6th grader Tiffany Elghanian and her father Fred Elghanian delivering the flowering plants to Meals on Wheels.

Philanthropist Kit Kanter Dies At Age 80 Services were held Tuesday at Hillside Memorial Park for Kit B. Kanter, wife of movie producer, agent, and studio executive Jay Kanter, who died last Saturday at age 80. Born in New York, she was a fashion model for petite sizes and went on

Beverly Hills Unified Ramps Up Commitment To School Safety By Laura Coleman Beverly Hills students returned to a new era of safe schools this week with the implementation of Evidence-Based Inc.’s “Campus Safety Program.” Horace Mann Principal Steve Kessler was among a number of SAFE SCHOOLS—Campus safety vehicles, district staff who lauded the innovalike this one (above) in front of Horace Mann, tive safety and mental health proare now parked out front of every Beverly Hills gram, which includes a designated school.

(see ‘KANTER’ page 16)

City Council Establishes Appeals Board, Opposes Fracking, And Creates New Job regularly on hand. The staff report states that this additional position is needed to manage communications and coordinate activities. On the recommendation of the Public Works Liaison Committee, an Appeals Board to consider disputes over water-use billing will be established. A major element of the 2013 policy revisions established a Customer Service and Utility Board Manager; an Appeals Board was also recommended to address complaints and disputes (see ‘CITY COUNCIL,’ page 16)

CELEBRITY TOY DRIVE–Beverly Hills-based Multicultural Motion Picture Association and American Society of Young Musicians, along with The Five Management Group, presented their 14th Hollywood Celebrity Toy Drive party at Raleigh Studios with 300 on hand. The event at which 500 toys were donated will benefit L.A. County’s Public Social Services, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, and Toys for Tots, sponsored by the U.S. Marines. MPAA/ASYM President Jarvee Hutcherson is pictured with several marines. The Power Rangers served as honorary co-chairs. Photo by Edward Dansby

(see ‘SCHOOL SAFETY,’ page 16)

PUSSY AND POOCH—The ultimate pet destination, Pussy & Pooch is an awardwinning pet lifestyle experience geared toward modern pets and their owners. Pussy & Pooch is the exclusive home to the one-of-a-kind Pawbar in-store pet café where furry friends can feast on made-toorder meaty pet meals and pet guardians can enjoy a seat at the community table and engage with our pet experts about routine nutritional care; the Meat Market featuring nutritional options including ultra-premium traditional, raw, alternative, organic and specialty pet food diets. Pussy & Pooch hosts regular pet adoptions and special events such as Mutt Mingles the last Thursday of every month.

to design and manufacture her own line of reversible shift dresses, called “Flips.” After a number of years in Los Angeles, her family spent several years in London before returning to California

RETIRING COMMISSIONERS— Mayor John Mirisch and Vice Mayor Lili Bosse thank retiring Public Works Commissioners Peter Foldvary and Farshid Joe Shooshani at City C o u n c i l Tu e s d a y evening.

By Victoria Talbot In the City Council study session Tuesday, councilmembers accepted the appointment of Carolyn Hiller to fill the position of Commissioner Terri Smooke to the Fine Arts Commission when her term ends Feb. 20. At the request of Councilmember Julian Gold, the council also established a venue coordinator position at Greystone estate to manage marketing and sales strategies and serve as the event representative for all private events. Currently, only park rangers are

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Scandanavian Film Festival Comes To Beverly Hills January 18 By Laura Coleman The 15th Anniversary Scandinavian Film Festival L.A. is coming to Beverly Hills on Jan. 18 at the Writers Guild Theater.

“Northern European countries have often taken to the seas with a cargo of culture, commerce, and collaboration,” said festival founder/director (see ‘FILM FESTIVAL,’ page 16)

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Rare by Drai’s Main Dining Room

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A big noise greeted impressario Victor Drai’s opening of Rare by Drai’s, his luxurious steakhouse, on the Sunset Strip.

are is here. Rare by Drai’s. On the Sunset Strip. A luxurious steakhouse open since mid-December, and the world comes a-calling. Known for his sophisticated European style, impresario Victor Drai is the draw, gathering his loyal following among the glamourati from nightclub successes in Las Vegas and here. This spring, he launches Drai’s Nightclub Beach Club that will be the Las Vegas Strip’s welcome rooftop destination.

n exuberant Casanova, having dated alluring ladies such as Jacqueline Bisset and Kelly LeBrock (whom he married), Victor’s now birthed a steakhouse like no other. Asked who designed the two seriously sexy dining rooms, seating 220, decorated with luscious watercolor portraits of smoochable babes painted by J. A. Marcand, he laughs, “Who do you think? Who else?”

e’s reconfigured the interiors and exterior formerly occupied by BLT Steak and the previous Le Dome belonging to Eddy Kerkofs (now of Il Piccolino), and the late Michel Yhuelo. Both waiters were working previously at Le St. Germain (now Providence), which spawned an uprising of better restaurants during the ‘70s and ’80s.

hose earlier days lifted Los Angeles into a higher stratosphere with the Zagat and Michelin Guide scouts. Wolfgang Puck’s Spago roared like a lion king, everyone devouring his smoked salmon Page 6 | January 10, 2014

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pizza from his innovative open kitchen, and Nancy Silverton’s sweets. Followed by the Ivy and the Ivy at the Shore delivering chef Richard Irving’s American favorites (the best meat loaf, Caesar salad, fries, desserts). Down-to-earth Italian cooking at Giorgio’s Ristorante inspired by Giorgio’s seaside Forte dei Marmi (Fort of the Marbles).

ll the same, let’s pay pleasurable tribute to those long-gone dining rooms that added that touch of class to the growing megalopolis of Los Angeles. Ken Hansen’s Scandia, where novelist Harold Robbins lived for the London broil. Sunday nights at Chasen’s where Alfred Hitchcock tucked into Dave Chasen’s fork-tender “hobo steak” encased in a bed of salt. Kurt Niklas’ Bistro designed by Billy Wilder, admittedly inspired by Paris’s beautiful Le Grand Vefour.

he beau monde of Beverly Hills – the Reagans, the Wilsons, the Bloomingdales – partied at the Bistro, where producer Ray Stark (Funny Girl, etc.) planned a dinner for four one evening, his guest of honor being gourmand Orson Welles. (“My doctor insists,” Orson often noted, “that when I’m hosting a dinner for four there should also be three other people with me at the table.”)

hat night, Ray asked Orson to choose the wine, with Orson selecting a priceless vintage Burgundy from Romanee Conti. Several bottles were savored. Weeks afterward, we ran into Ray who mentioned Orson and the wine. “How is it possible that a bottle of a wine costs $6,000?” Well, Ray, it depends on the year of its birth.

t Rare by Drai’s last weekend, Oscarwinning producer Arnold Kopelson (Platoon) and wife Anne, who’s mastering the yinyang of wine, were quaffing the 196l Chateau Lafite Rothschild. Not easy to find, of course, with our being politely offered a tasting. They were entertaining global architectural tycoon Leo Daly and wife Greta. Rare by Drai’s Library Leo praised the crispy calamari sautéed with fresh garlic ($18) and the 10- you.” Thus confessed our ballet ounce Wagyu ribeye with roast- philanthropist Patricia Kennedy ed shallots ($65). Arnold gave to Victor the night we dined heads up to the calamari and the there. seared “day boat” scallops with cynosure in Christian butternut squash risotto ($36). Producer Mike Gruber stopped Lacroix’s couture, Patricia’s by the Kopelson table to men- emerald green silk reminded us tion that he’s partnered in Rare of Woody Allen’s comment to by Drai’s, although the Big Cate Blanchett in this month’s Kahuna partnership is ESquared issue of British Harper Queen. Hospitality owned by Jimmy “Men don’t like kissing a woman in black.” Haber and Keith Treyball.

ictor informs that chef Patrick Florendo’s teamed with him for more than five years, with drinks maestro Chris Hewes introducing exotic concoctions (Interview Vampire; KGB; Black Dahlia). Considering that Rare by Drai’s is a steakhouse where beef reigns supreme, and the Waygu beef dishes, butchered in house, are a main attraction, Victor’s personal favorite is the loup de mer, the fish everyone covets along the French Riviera. Roasted whole on a bed of fennel with lemon zest ($44). Excellent.

are by Drai’s is 2014’s hot spot, stunningly original under Victor’s discerning eye. Ruby-red décor, mellow lamplight and flickering candles destined to flatter. Deep-cushioned armchairs of seductive comfort covered in floral chintz.

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ith the elegant L’Orangerie gone, not many dining rooms where we women can play dress-up with our jewelry … we can here and thank

atricia, an inamorata of auto magnate Lee Iacocca, was seated in a red velvet booth with Yuki Takei, our celebrity hairstylist dressed in his bespoke Ralph Lauren suit. Friends of Yuki know he’s a gentleman of great style. Not far from us, Annabel and Stephen Shulman were dining happily. Yuki recalled seeing Jolene and George Schlatter at Rare by Drai’s two nights prior, adding that it’s become a big noise with the local cognoscenti.

uki promises he’ll return for the kabocha squash soup with toasted almonds ($12) and the whole free-range chicken with rosemary and thyme ($34). “Very, very good!”

nearby table of Las Vegas visitors hallelujah’d the frozen Godiva chocolate candy bar with peanut butter crunch on the dessert menu, while we opted for the apple pie a la mode (which is really a tartelette), and the homemade ice cream and sorbet. Other desserts offered include the

Banana Foster’s Bread Pudding, chocolate chip cookies with a vanilla bean milkshake, etc. Desserts are $11.

e lucked into waiter Daniel Robiare (“an actor,” he laughs, “aren’t we all?”). Easily familiar about the menu, goodlooking Daniel revealed he’s a restaurant veteran whose family, in years past, owned Robaire’s restaurant on La Brea, famous for its nourishing onion soup. Daniel and his Rare by Drai’s male colleagues wear crisp white shirts, black weskits and trousers with dropped red suspenders, as if they’re ready to disrobe for the night. Another of Victor’s unique touches.

are by Drai’s manager is Shantel Zorrilla, having worked with Victor for five years. The bar opens nightly at 5 PM, with dinner served Monday through Wednesday from 6 to 10 p.m., Thursday through Saturday from 6 to 11:30 p.m.. Closed Sunday. For reservations: 310- 360-1525. Or book at opentable.com. For private events, call 310-3601956. At 8720 Sunset Blvd. in West Hollywood.

oes anyone know who has booked Rare by Drai’s for its first Oscar party on March 2nd? All the award show dates have been moved up or later, so as not to conflict with the XXII Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia. Online at www.bhcourier.com/georgechristy

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TO SEE AND BE SEEN Fabulous and Forty: Diane von Furstenberg's Wrap Journey Whether “That’s a Wrap,” “It’s a Wrap” or “Wrap It Up” — choose your cliché — the item in question “took on a life of its own,” said von Furstenberg, reclining on an animal-print cube, surrounded by 200 vintage and contemporary versions of her iconic dress. “It made me live an American dream at the

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age of 26. That’s pretty major.”

the 1976 Newsweek.

“Journey of a Dress,” a retrospective of four decades of wraps, opens here today with a star-studded party at the historic Wilshire May Company building, former home of the May Co. department store and future Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. In addition to the dresses, the exhibition features a photo time line chronicling its greatest moments, including the first sample and

It also features plenty of DVF herself: The mannequins are molded after her own face and her famous cheekbones. Then there’s the gallery of portraits of her by Andy Warhol, Barbara Kruger, Chuck Close, Francesco Clemente, Helmut Newton and Annie Leibovitz, to name a few. Also hanging are works from her personal collection by Anh Duong, Zhang Huan, Li Songsong and

other contemporary artists. “A Ghost May Come,” a new piece by Dustin Yellin, has the likeness of a wrap dress suspended in glass, while illustrations from Antonio Ruben Toledo and Konstantin Kakanias round out the approximately 78-piece show. For the party, von Furstenberg commissioned a redux of Studio 54, where she was a fixture back in the day. Von Fustenberg said she chose

Los Angeles for the show because it’s a center for pop culture and the dress itself is a pop-culture icon. “And what more appropriate place than a department store where I sold my dresses 40 years ago, which is now part of the art community and will be the museum of the Motion Picture Academy. So it’s art, glamour, retail,” she said. WWD

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both sides targeting southeast Beverly Hills residents and calling them to action. In the 5 hours of public testimony, the council heard public comments that were, at times, acri-

monious and even quite personal. No decision was made Tuesday. The building has remained vacant since its completion in 2011. The matter will be carried over to the Jan. 21 council meeting for a decision, without further public comments.

Tuesday’s meeting was the result of a settlement agreement unanimously approved in October by the City Council. The agreement allowed the applicants to reapply for the nowmodified project, reflecting changes that justify reconsideration. The Planning Commission recommended denial of the project in December. On Dec. 17, the City Council voted unanimously to conduct a de novo hearing at Krasne’s request. The chamber was filled with residents, some displaying orange tee shirts in support of the project, others opposed. The revised proposal includes medical office space reduced from 73 to 45 percent; a pharmacy; 7,010-square feet of restaurant space vs. 3,000 originally proposed; a luxury auto showroom (no vehicle service) on the ground floor, subject to tenant approval by the council; and a changed public parking benefit that removes most or all of the previously dedicated 51 spaces that will now be for restaurant patrons. However, parking will be offered evenings and weekends at reduced rates. The chief complaints were of traffic and the need for public parking spaces to revitalize businesses in the area.

Public comments reflected residents’ and businesses’ desire for public parking space and frustration with traffic. Nancy Krasne produced a traffic study not included in the review, stating that the “evidence that was favorable to the applicant was suppressed” in the last review. Krasne maintained that she felt the applicants had been denied due process. Tom Levyn, attorney for the applicants, supplied a list of proposed public benefits, calling it a “Gateway to Revitalization.” Levyn said the owner offered 50 free parking spaces and a shuttle for Temple Emanuel events and high holy days. Temple Emanuel Rabbi Laura Geller and former Mayors Jimmy Delshad and Robert Tanenbaum testified on behalf of the project; City Treasurer Eliot Finkel, opposed it. The mayor allowed public commentary until all had spoken, lasting until midnight. Levyn was given opportunity to respond for the applicant and the council began to ask questions. Mayor Mirisch concluded the meeting at 1 a.m. amidst a flurry of inquiries from Councilmember Julian Gold and Vice Mayor Lili Bosse. They will continue Jan. 21.

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Presenters include best actor nominee Tom Hanks, Chris Hemsworth, Melissa McCarthy, Seth Meyers, Liam Neeson, Chris O'Donnell, Margot Robbie, Mark Ruffalo, Kyra Sedgwick, Channing Tatum, Emma Watson, Naomi Watts, Jennifer Lawrence, Kevin Bacon, Julie Bowen, Laura Dern, Robert Downey Jr., Jimmy Fallon, Colin Farrell, Mila Kunis, Uma Thurman, Reese Witherspoon and Olivia Wilde. The ceremony begins at 5 p.m. For a local spot to watch the awards, consider THE Blvd at The Beverly Wilshire which will be hosting a Pre-Golden Globes Celebration on Saturday from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. and on Sunday, a 2014 Golden Globes Viewing Party from 3 to 8:30 p.m.

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film and television. American Hustle and 12 Years A Slave, each with seven nominations, dominated the 71st annual Golden Globe Awards nominations. Up for Best Picture-Drama are: 12 Years A Slave, Captain Phillips, Gravity, Philomena, and Rush. Best Actress-Drama nominations include: Cate Blanchett (Blue Jasmine), Sandra Bullock (Gravity), Judi Dench (Philomena), Emma Thompson (Saving Mr. Banks), and Kate Winslet (Labor Day). Best Television Series-Drama nominations are: Breaking Bad, Downton Abbey, The Good Wife, House of Cards, and Masters Of Sex.

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bomber. Jones retired in 1990 after nearly 50 years with the company. He then focused on his personal passion for fine wine, developing the Moraga Vineyard next to his home in BelAir. Rupert Murdoch, chairman/CEO of News Corp., purchased the estate last year. In a Los Angeles Business Journal profile, Jones declared that his daily walks through his vineyard weren’t just for exercise. “There's an old saying in France: ‘The quality of the wine is proportional to the number of steps the owner takes in the vineyard each day,’” he stated.

Born in Pomona, he attended Stanford, earning a degree in aeronautical engineering. During his summer vacation in 1941 before the United States entered World War II he worked at the Douglas Aircraft Co. plant in El Segundo designing dive bombers. He later worked at Rand Corp. In 1953, he was recruited as assistant to the chief engineer at Northrop, and rose through the company ranks to CEO He is survived by a son, Peter Thomas Jones; a daughter, Ruth Marilyn Jones; and two grandchildren. His wife, Ruth, died last year. Funeral arrangement are pending.

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Landmark Status for Beverly Wilshire Hotel and Neff Home Moves to Final Approval at City Council ed. They w i l l now go to City Council for final a p THE MCGILVRAY HOUSE proval, By Victoria Talbot bringing the total number of At Wednesday’s meeting of landmark properties to 17. the Cultural Heritage CommisUrban Designer William sion, the owners of the Beverly Crouch and Assistant City AtWilshire Hotel and City staff torney David Snow worked formally agreed to a resolution with the Beverly Wilshire’s for Nomination onto the Local owners for an appropriate Register of Historic Properties agreement since October. “The for the North Building at 9528 Beverly Wilshire Hotel is one Wilshire Blvd. The McGilvray of the most historically signifiHouse has also been nominat- cant hotels in the community.

It anchors Rodeo Dr. We are thrilled that the Beverly Wilshire has embraced local landmark designation,” said Commissioner Noah Furie. The McGilvray House, built in 1927, is a two-story French Revival home with a circular bay topped by a conical turret at the intersection of the two wings, a signature element of Wallace Neff’s French vernacular designs. The owners have carefully maintained the historic integrity of the façade while adding a substantial addition to the rear elevation not visible from the street. “The McGilvray House is

New Fault Maps May Alter SoCal Development By Victoria Talbot Two new fault maps unveiled by state geologists Wednesday may alter development throughout Southern California. The maps reveal active faults, most significantly in Hollywood, would halt construction in compliance with the 1972 Alquist-Priolo Act that prohibits construction over active faults.

The new maps mean that outdated fault maps are being used to guide construction. State officials cite lack of funding and the overwhelming burden for the delay in producing accurate, up-to-date maps. Now, however, developers of the hotly disputed $664 million Millennium Hollywood project, a proposed pair of residential/commercial towers,

are losing ground to opponents. The project appears to be situated atop the Hollywood Fault, a 10-mile fracture that could, scientists say, produce a 7.0 magnitude quake. The project received approval from Los Angeles. The final fault maps will be available at the end of the year.

Taking Advantage of the All-Cash Buys In today's tighter credit market an all-cash buyer is one less worry in a sales contract for the seller. With interest rates slated to be as high as 5.3% by year’s end, as reported by California Association of Realtors (CAR), this would disqualify many buyers dependent on a loan to close.

Such a buyer must be able to show the seller proof of funds. Although the buyer may go in all cash, oftentimes there will still be a loan to either close the transaction or soon thereafter. A clear cash advantage is a faster closing and a shorter escrow, making the offer more desirable. A cash buyer will not

need additional time to qualify, and fund a loan. In a multiple offer situation most sellers will go with the all cash buyer, sometimes even at a lower price. A buyer with a loan may need an appraisal to satisfy their lender; not necessarily with all-cash buyers, giving additional leverage to the deal.

Prudential Shifts to Berkshire Hathaway Name By Victoria Talbot Prudential California Realty is now Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Prop-

erties Prudential California Realty has been owned by HomeServices of America, a Berk-

shire Hathaway subsidiary, since 2002. The name change and new signage were recently unveiled.

an excellent remaining example of Wallace Neff’s later work in the French Revival style. It will make a wonderful addition to our local register. This shows how preservation can work while allowing modernization of older homes,” said Furie. Four additional properties, including a 1930 Spanish

Colonial Revival apartment building, entered into the initiation process for possible inclusion onto the Local Register. City staff will now conduct a thorough historic and architectural analysis of each property and presented to the Cultural Heritage Commission for consideration for approval.

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HOW DO Y O U F E E L ? BH’s Dr. Berger Attacks Modern Day Aging Factors

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M E D I C I N E , H E A LT H & W E L L N E S S

By John L. Seitz With Sunday’s Golden Globes at The Beverly Hilton signaling the onset of the awards’ season, celebrities and civilians alike usually take a special interest in their appearance. That’s where Beverly Hills’

Dr. Andre Berger, founder of Rejuvalife Vitality Institute (www.rejuvalife.md), usually gets involved. Though there’s been a glut of “anti-aging” books on the market, few–if any–are penned by a doctor who prefaces his advice with the fact he does not want pa-

tients just for a cosmetic procedure, but insists he can help them clean up their “dirty soup” (environmental and lifestyle toxins) of Dr. Andre Berger deteriorating cells, reverse the aging process and markedly improve the quality of life. All aspects of the being are examined by Dr. Berger with his endgame of reprogramming your whole body for the best physical health possible. “Fillers and liposuction are just part of the plan, but whole body health is crucial to look vital. When you feel good, you radiate, and that is the key between compartmentalizing beauty and breaking this ignorant way of tackling aging, you have to consider the whole body,” says Dr. Berger, whose book/training manual The Beverly Hills Anti-Aging Prescription outlines common sense and information to educate people (see ‘AGING,’ page 19)

Kohl’s Grant To Support CHLA’s Safety, Injury Prevention Programs Last month, Kohl’s Department Stores awarded a $346,761 grant to Children’s Hospital Los Angeles’ nationally recognized safety and injury prevention programs. Kohl’s Cares cause merchandise program announced the grant at the annual fair hosted by the hospital and the department store chain in Alhambra. “Kohl’s and Children’s Hospital believe that prevention is the key to breaking the cycle of unintentional injury. With education and raising awareness, Kohl’s and Children’s Hospital advocate that the lives of children can be saved and injuries reduced if the proper safety techniques are followed inside and outside the home,” says Jeffrey Upperman, M.D., CHLA Trauma Program director who accepted the grant on behalf of the hospital. “The fair was a great opportunity to work with Kohl’s to bring important injury prevention messages to the L.A. community. It is through these types of collaborative efforts that we can reduce death and injury in children involved in motor vehicle crashes and other accidents,” Upperman added. Since 2004, Kohl’s has

donated more than $3.5 million to CHLA and its initiatives. The annual educational fair at Kohl’s Alhambra storefront taught children and families a variety of safety tips to protect families during sports activities, in cars, as pedestrians and in the home. The store also offered families inspections of their car seats by certified car seat technicians and some even received a free replacement car seat. “The fair provided essential education and resources on child passenger safety to parents in the community, contributing to the goal of reducing child injuries in motor crashes, which is currently a leading cause of death in children,” said Helen Arbogast, MPH, CHES, CPST and coordinator of CHLA’s injury prevention program. Kohl’s commitment to CHLA is made possible through the Kohl’s Cares cause merchandise program. Through the initiative, Kohl’s sells $5 books and plush toys where 100 percent of net profit benefits children’s health and education programs nationwide, including hospital partnerships like this one. Kohl’s has raised more than $231 million dollars through this merchandise program.

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Helping Single Moms Cope With An Absent Father Q. Dear Dr. Fran: Please provide advice for single moms to help children cope with emotions surrounding an absent father. Thanks. Angela J. A. Dear Angela: Every boy and girl needs a mother and father. A child needs mommy more at specific ages and needs daddy more at other developmental stages. • During the early infancy phase that goes from 0-12 months, each child needs their mother as the primary attachment figure to bond with. During this early period, dads are important to nurture and nourish mom so that she has more to give to her newborn baby. • During the toddler phase of development around age 2 and 3, little boys need their fathers to identify with. Boys must think and feel, “Daddy has a penis, I have a penis, I am like him.” This feeling gets stimulated through the toilet training process when daddy and son stand over the toilet seat and urinate together, shower together, wrestle, chase, and toss a ball back-and-forth. • Latency age (7-12 years) boys need their fathers to further enhance the male identification process by watching their fathers competently do their jobs. Going with dad to

Dr. Fran Walfish Answers Your Questions his work is a wonderful thing, sometimes. This adds to a feeling of I want to be like him. Girls need their fathers to establish a baseline, or model, for how they should be treated by men. If their father is warmly attuned, affectionate, and interested in them, the girl will grow up to expect and choose a boy who relates to her the same way. We are drawn to the familiar. So, what can single moms do to help their children cope with the absence of their fathers? A loving, warmly attentive male extended relative or friend can be an excellent substitute father role model. When there is no such person in the picture, reach out to Big Brothers of America or a religious group such as Jewish Big Brothers. The key is for your son or daughter to develop a longterm attachment to a genuinely caring, kind male figure with continuity. It should be someone the child can look up to, respect,

and want to aspire to. Oncea- week contact over a period of years can be a wonderful father substitute. A word of caution to single moms: If your child refuses to go on a visit with a Big Brother or father substitute, pay close attention to your child and never force your child to go. It is likely the wrong fit. However, if your child refuses to visit or talk on the phone to his or her birth father, you should do everything in your power to make it happen. Encourage your child to love and respect both parents. Your child is 50 percent you and 50 percent him. If, directly or indirectly, you imply something negative, criticize, or putdown your ex in the presence of the kids, you are actually putting them down. This creates ambivalence, guilt, and anger in the kids. Do your best to allow them to love and be loved by both parents and as many extended family members on both sides as possible. They will feel happier and secure for it. Dr. Fran Walfish–Beverly Hills psychotherapist and author of The Self-Aware Parent at www.DrFranWalfish.com. Send questions to franwalfish@gmail .com.

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“I’ve been proud and honored to serve the department and the people of this greatest of counties–Los Angeles–for the past 48 years,” 71-year old Baca said with emotion. He will drop plans to seek re-election to a fifth term. “The reasons for doing so are so many,” he said. “Some are most personal and private, but the prevailing one is the negative perception this upcoming campaign has brought to the exemplary service provided by the men and women of the Sheriff’s Department.” Baca hailed his department for helping to bring crime in L.A. to record lows. County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas said he had spoken with Baca Monday and had “no indication” he was going to be stepping down. “You can’t deny the problems that are stalking the department,” he said. Baca has recommended the Supervisors appoint Asst. Sheriff Terri McDonald to oversee the department. Baca’s two main opponents in the race, former Cmdr. Bob Olmsted and former Under Sheriff Paul Tanaka, have mounted strong campaigns. Baca said he hoped that dropping out of the race would open the door for his assistants to run – Asst. Sheriff Todd

Rogers and Asst. Sheriff James Hellmold. Supervisors Ridley-Thomas and Gloria Molina proposed permanent civilian oversight commission in September and Baca said he would support it. Federal prosecutors filed charges accusing deputies of beating jail inmates and visitors and intimidating an FBI agent to obstruct justice. The charges were part of a long-term investigation of the jail system. Last year the U.S. Department of Justice accused sheriff’s deputies of engaging in widespread unlawful searches of homes, improper detentions and unreasonable force. The sheriff’s department was also under criticism by a blue ribbon commission appointed by the Board of Supervisors to examine allegations of jail abuses. They were facing the prospect of official oversight as the board approved the county’s first inspector-general last month. Sheriff Baca denied that his decision to step down was prompted by possible federal charges being brought against him. Baca faced a tough campaign for re-election. Scandals raised questions about the sheriff’s level of involvement or knowledge of wrongdoing. Thom Mrozek, spokesman for the U.S. Attorney’s Office prosecuting the deputies had no comment.

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realtor Joyce Rey said she expected Trousdale would continue to be the region’s hottest market in 2014. “It was [Fickett’s] attention to detail and personal touches” that made the Trousdale homes so special, said Fickett’s widow, Joycie. “Fickett suggested naming the streets in this new development with the names of Trousdale’s friends and he told [Trousdale], ‘After we run out of names of your friends, we’ll use the names of their pets.’” The exclusive Beverly Hills enclave today offers the greatest concentration of Alist architecture in L.A. according to local historian Steven Price. And while not all of its 535 homes designed by notable architects like Fickett, Frank Lloyd Wright, Wallace Neff, Paul Williams, A. Quincy Jones and Harold Levitt will survive the current flurry of renovations and reconstructions, the allure of Trousdale continues to dominate the housing market. “Trousdale has gone through a renaissance [and] Beverly Hills is really the magnet for the world when it comes to luxury real estate,” Rey said.

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Jeffrey’s Jewelers Celebrates Three Generations SPARKLING G E M S — Councilman Julian Gold (left) is pictured at Jeffrey’s J ewe l e r ’s ribbon cutting ceremony with father-andson duo Jeffrey and B i j a n Javaheri.

By Victoria Talbot For over 30-years, Jeffrey’s Jeweler’s downtown location has been an icon of quality and craftsmanship, providing the finest in estate jewels and custom designs for their clients. Buying, selling and trading jewelry has been a family tradition for three generations, and the store is named after Bijan Javaheri’s father, “as a gift to

him,” said Javaheri. The company found its roots in Iran with Javaheri’s grandfather, largely in the wholesale business. The family tradition of excellence has been passed on, reflected in the gleam of the extraordinary inventory of antique estate jewelry, watches, unique custom items and unusual stones. Bijan’s father still comes to work

each day for a couple of hours, as he has done since he started his business in Los Angeles in 1980, 48 years ago. “People still remember my grandfather in Iran,” said Bijan with pride. “We have a reputation, a family name and a heritage.” The store is located at 157 S. Beverly Dr. Visit: www.jeffreysBH.com

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traditional Chinese dress, martial arts, folk dancers, acrobats, ribbon dancers, Man of Many Faces and more. “It’s with great excitement that we host our third Chinese New Year event,” said Julie Wagner, executive director of the Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau.

Hotel packages with special amenities, festive décor throughout the city and special offers for dining and shopping, are a few other highlights of this annual event. For further information, visit www.lovebeverlyhills com/horse.

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year’s celebration on Rodeo Drive between Wilshire Boulevard and Dayton Way promises to be an exciting event. Performances will include a ceremonial lion dance, fashion show highlighting ancient

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the highly anticipated show, the BHHS dance company is led by dance teacher Dana Findley, who rejoined the high school earlier this year after serving as an assistant principal at Horace Mann. Findley has been working on an extensive show that features 12 pieces which samples hip hop, contemporary ballet with a tango feel, and both theatrical and lyrical pieces. When asked what has been most rewarding about being in the BHHS Dance Company, seniors Ariella Maman and Paloma Bloch replied:

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E bond fund for legal costs related to Karen Christiansen’s earlier lawsuit against the district. Board VP Brian Goldberg underscored the importance of the decision, emphasizing that “no Measure E money has been used for the Karen Christiansen

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was appointed chief in 2007. He retired from BHFD and joined FEMA as a federal coordinating officer last summer. Scranton said that damage surveys are continuing in other areas and additional counties may be designated for assis-

“Seeing how we have grown as a group throughout the year and how far we’ve come along,” said Maman. Bloch added to The Courier: “I’ll miss the community and family we have grown into here, it’s been an amazing experience.” With just a couple of days left before the big performance, ticket purchases can still be made at shopbhhs.com or at the door before the performance. Prices are $15 general admission and $10 for students. The dance production will begin next Wednesday, January 15-18 at 7 p.m. in the school auditorium. lawsuit.” The reimbursement of $344,740 in previously incurred legal fees comes as a result of the Citizen's Oversight Committee recommendation that the board repay all funds in regard to the reimbursement of those specific legal costs. “I understand the logic and I support it,” Korbatov said. tance after the preliminary damage assessments are fully completed. The president's declaration makes federal funding available to state and local governments and certain private non-profits on a costsharing basis for emergency work and repair of facilities damaged in the storm for hazard mitigation.

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OUTLOOK B E V E R LY H I L L S KCET welcomes the return of veteran journalist Bill Moyers’ Moyers & Company in a new, half-hour weekly format on Sundays beginning Jan. 12 at 5:30 p.m. The first episode features a conversation with astrophysicist Neil DeGrasse Tyson, director of the Hayden Planetarium at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. Tyson is completing a 13part reboot of Carl Sagan’s classic public television series, Cosmos: A Personal Voyage. The new series, Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey, produced by Sagan’s widow Ann Druyan and Family Guy creator Seth MacFarlane, will premiere on Fox and National Geographic in March. ***** Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (LACO), continuing its relationship with the Oregon Bach Festival, welcomes the festival’s new Artistic Director Matthew Halls as guest conductor in his California debut, at 7 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 26 at UCLA’s Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr. The program will include Mozart’s ballet music from Idomeneo, Haydn’s Sinfonia concertante in B-flat major, Aaron Jay Kernis’ Musica Celestis and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 1 in C major. LACO General Manager Andrea Laguni will interview conductor Halls at 6 p.m. in a lecture free to ticket holders. Tickets start at $25. To purchase, or for more information, call 213 622 7001 or visit www.laco.org. *****

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The Centennial Block Party will include carnival rides, his-

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In study session Vice Mayor Lili Bosse and Mayor John Mirisch appeared to accuse their colleagues violating the Brown Act, the state's "open meeting law," when Councilmembers Willie Brien, Nancy Krasne and Julian Gold rejected the nomination of Gallup. In open session, Bosse said,"I’m just disappointed. There’s been so much talk already in the community . . . members who already knew how other members were going to vote because they’d spoken to them, the issue of Brown Act violations, its just disappointing.” Mirisch added, “It feels like the fix is in . . . It does feel personal. It also feels political. I think the vice mayor hit the nail on the head when it came to the questions of the Brown Act.” Yesterday, Bosse confirmed to The Courier that she has no plans to file a complaint for violation of the Brown Act. “It looks like there was collusion,” said Mirisch, “but it's difficult to prove.” Councilmembers Willie Brien and Julian Gold deny ever having had any conversations with Councilmember Krasne prior to the study session re-

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James Koenig. “And we have an exciting program that follows old routes to new worlds and around the North Atlantic/Baltic neighborhood.

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The Los Angeles Master Chorale will celebrate its 50th anniversary season with two performances of Bach’s B Minor Mass at 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 25 and 7 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 26 at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Ave. Grand Gershon conducts the piece, considered one the greatest of the choral repertoire, and the first piece the Chorale performed at its 1965 inaugural concert. Tickets range from $29 to $129. To purchase, and for more information, call 213-972-7282 or visit www.lamc.org. ***** Israeli vocal ensemble Profeti della Quinta will make its L.A. debut in a concert featuring music by 17th century Jewish master Salomone Rossi, at 8:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 30 at Wilshire Boulevard Temple, 3663 Wilshire Blvd. Rossi, who composed amorous Italian madrigals, also set Hebrew texts and Psalms to create worship music. Profeti della Quinta, formed in Israel’s Galilee region, are active researchers and champions of Rossi and other neglected 16th and 17th century composers. In 2012, the group helped create Hebreo: The Search For Salomone Rossi, a documentary about Rossi and the two worlds he navigated—the wealthy court of the ducal Gonzaga family and the synagogues of this faith. A screening of the film precedes the concert. Tickets are $39 and $43. To purchase, and for more information, call 213-477-2929 or visit www.DaCamera.org.

torical elements, a “Taste of Beverly Hills” promoting the Centennial Cookbook restaurants and chefs, and a grand finale of fireworks, confetti and a

light show. Perhaps the most extraordinary feature will be an enormous birthday cake to feed an estimated 15,000 people.

garding Gallup’s appointment. A committee of Mirisch, Bosse and Planning Commission Vice Chair Howard Fisher unanimously selected Gallup. When Mirisch announced Gallup,“Krasne looked at Brien; he looked at her and he started speaking,” said Mirisch. “I cannot support the appointment recommendation,” said Brien. “I have always sought people who are balanced, thoughtful and evenhanded . . . I don’t believe the candidate meets my qualifications.” “I am seeking somebody who is open-minded,” said Krasne. “With the emails that have been flying around with a bias and a spin, I don’t think I want a planning commissioner doing that.” Gold concurred. He said that in full disclosure it should be mentioned that Gallup had worked on the Mayor’s election campaign. Gallup's involvement in local elections is wellknown, as is that of many other commission appointees in Beverly Hills. Mirisch called reasons for denying Gallup “vague, especially when we are trying to recruit candidates.” He characterized Gallup as having a “proresident position, who clearly

was the best in the interview process, but denied without meaningful reasons.” Gallup said she received a number of calls that, “if I was to be nominated she (Krasne) would block my nomination because I am prejudiced against the Kobars. I have never met the Kobars,” said Gallup. “It disrupts the entire procedure. It says, ‘I don’t trust you.’” The Kobars are the applicants at 8767 Wilshire Blvd to allow a portion of their existing but vacant new building to be occupied by medical offices. Krasne responded that the only person she had said that to was Bosse, prior to the interviews. “I didn’t want to embarrass you [by voting against a nominee you support],” said Krasne. “I find at this moment, the planning commission to be dysfunctional. I have emails that violate the process like crazy.” Bosse responded, ”Nancy, when you called, you said that you would not support Marilyn (Gallup) and you were sure that the doctors (Brien and Gold) would not support her either.” That statement is the basis for Bosse's claim that Krasne, Gold and Brien violated the Brown Act as it implies concerted action agreed outside of a public meeting.

The annual immersion into Nordic films from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden will this year add films from Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia. The opening night gala Jan 18 precedes the U.S. premiere

of Danish Director Ask Hasselbalch’s Antboy. The upbeat kid-flick for all ages illustrates the inspiration of the superhero genre and proves that Nordic film isn’t all sombre. For more information visit sffla.net.

cream-parlor-turned-restaurant has been serving up homemade Italian food and hand-crafted gelato that has locals and visitors returning over an over again to a restaurant staffed by three generations of family owners. “People used to say, ‘What the heck are you doing here with ice cream?’” recalled founder Clare Karbowski, who said she opened Al Gelato on the onetime lonely street because it reminded her of her home in

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stores. The action follows after two surveys sent by Public Works and Policy & Management sent to businesses within the City. The first took place in March of last year and the second in September. At the request of Mayor John Mirisch last year, the staff provided an overview of legislation related to banning plastic bags. They were then directed to survey Beverly

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in the early 1970s and the beginning of a new career in home remodeling and interior design that stemmed from her love of antique furniture and objets d’art. Kanter was known for creating handcrafted projects, needlepoint, quilting, and botanical painting. In later years, she turned to philanthropy, supporting the Motion Picture & Television Fund among other numerous causes. She is survived by her husband, Jay; her children Dustin Bernard, Cydney Bernard, Tom Bernard, Amy Kanter Thiele, Victoria Kanter

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armed Campus Safety Officer with extensive training in law enforcement or the military at each school (two at the high school), in addition to a marked car in front of the class room. “It’s another active partner making sure the campus

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arising from unexplained water consumption. At the request of the City’s Legislative Committee, a resolution to formally oppose hydraulic fracturing (“fracking”) is forthcoming. Fracking opponents are concerned about the possible effects on groundwater and air

Illinois. Fast forward to the future, and Al Gelato has built up a faithful clientele. Flavors such as salted caramel, hazelnut, coffee crunch and chocolate, to name a few, are addictively delicious. And thanks to the efforts of Joe Lisuzzo III (of the “young generation”), locals will soon be able to download an application to easily order pints of ice cream (and food) that will be delivered by Al Gelato. Visit www.algelatobeverlyhills.com for more information.

Hills retailers to understand their position on the matter. Though 1,200 mailers were sent out in the first survey, only 36 were returned with 18 favoring the ban, 13 opposed, one undecided and four, no answer. In the second survey 59 percent of the 102 local retailers expressed support. To date, neighbors including Santa Monica, L.A. County, the city of Los Angeles, Culver City, West Hollywood and Malibu have enacted such legislation. Colombetti, Adam Kanter, Michael Kanter; daughters-inlaw Debra Bernard, Jodie Foster, Brooke Kanter, Erica Kanter; son-in-law Bob Thiele, Jr.; grandchildren Jason Colombetti, Matthew Colombetti, Owen Thiele, Sophie Bernard, Charlie B. Foster, Hannah Kanter, Kit B. Foster, Cleo Kanter, Grayson Kanter, and Ryan Kanter. Donations in her memory may be made to the Motion Picture & Television Fund (MPTF) online at: www.mptf.com, or by mail at: P.O. Box 51150, Los Angeles, CA 90051-9706. Additionally, to the World Wildlife Fund online at: www.worldwildlife.org or call 800-2255993. is secure,” said Beverly Vista Principal Marty Powers. EBI VP Joseph Chirillo, the 32-year BHPD veteran who previously headed up the now-defunct Security Resource Officer program in Beverly Hills, said they are in the process of shoring up security at the high school where access control is no “almost non-existent.” quality from the controversial procedure that involves highpressure injection of water, sand and chemicals to fracture rock to release oil captured inside. The City Council joins State Sen. Fran Pavley (SB4) in opposing the procedure without sufficient tests of groundwater and notification for transparency and accountability.

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BIRTHDAY GREETINGS—Celebrating are Pat Benatar, Jaqueline Burdorf, Sherrill Milnes, William Sanderson and Rod Stewart (Jan. 10); Naomi Judd, Rod Taylor and Grant Tinker (Jan. 11); Kirstie Alley, Anthony Andrews and Kay Siegel (Jan. 12); Kevin Anderson, Julia Louis Dreyfus, Roberta Magid, Richard Moll and Rip Taylor (Jan. 13); Jason Bateman, Faye Dunaway, Jerrie Heslov, Jack Jones and Linda Briskman (Jan. 14); Dr. Sandra Aronberg, Charo, Noah Furie and Mario Van Peebles (Jan. 15); Kate Moss and Debbie Allen (Jan. 16).

Joan Mangum Make-A-Wish Greater L.A. celebrated the chapter’s 30th anniversary at The Wishing Well Winter Gala in The Beverly Wilshire. Hosted by Giuliana Rancic, the evening’s honors went to Kobe Bryant (“Shining Star” award); Sam Nazarian and SBE (“Corporate Leadership) award, and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (“Medical Visionary” award” presented by Maria Menounos). Kelly Osbourne and Bryant both made extremely generous donations during the live auction, as wish kids cheered on bidders from the stage! Additional celebrity guests included Andy Garcia, Christina Milian, Lance Bass, Kat Graham, Bill Rancic, L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti, Samantha Ronson, Aeriel Miranda, Heather and Terry Dubrow, Paul Nassif, Ross Mathews, et al. Make-A-Wish grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. It has granted more than 226,000 wishes since its inception in 1980; more than 14,000 in 2013 alone. Visit wishla.org to learn more. ****** More than 100 outstanding costume designs from 2013 films can be seen, free to the public, in the annual “Art of Motion Picture Costume Design” exhibition from Feb. 11 through April 26. The exhibition will celebrate its 22nd anniversary and is presented by the FIDM Museum downtown at 919 S. Grand Ave. on the campus of FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising. The major exhibit is the only one of its kind in the world that pays homage to the creativity of the costume designer for film with a museum show of outstanding costumes and Oscar-nominated designs. ***** People magazine honored Hollywood’s rising and brightest stars at its inaugural “Ones To Watch” party, presented by essie to celebrate celebs currently having a moment or on the cusp of stardom. Held at Hinoki & The Bird, guests were immediately drawn to a color wall showcasing pairings of essie polish shades, including the winter collection – shearling darling-sheers, and best sellers, with like-colored candy. Kathy Griffin, Mira Sorvino, Jon Voight, Anna Faris, Nelson As-

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ASTROLOGY by Holiday Mathis TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Jan. 10). Be the one to whip up the enthusiasm of your group. A beautiful relationship inspires you and brings you to new levels of excitement and action in the next 10 weeks. And it’s still good after that, as a project will have you working and building together. March, July and October are your biggest money months. Cancer and Scorpio people adore you. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You’ll have a string of welltimed interactions, and this is not only because the universe is on your side these days. It’s also because you are observant and you follow your intuition. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). It won’t matter whether you have a little or a lot. What will matter is what you have is your own. If you have the choice, you’d rather have little and be able to call it completely yours. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). Everyone needs novelty in their day, though few have the guts, talent and ideas to provide it. That’s where you come in. You don’t mind if they laugh—it means you did your job right. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). You’ll be attending an event. If this experience were a book, you would skip some of it —namely the filler that feels bloated with too many details. You can afford to skip that part in real life, too. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20). When dealing with people you don’t necessarily agree with or even like, but still have to figure out how to best manage the interaction. One success recipe: honesty, levity and a smile. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Everyone wants to be understood, yet most people barely understand themselves—so how can they understand anyone else? Your talent for clearing up misunderstandings will be in high demand. CANCER (June 22-July 22). It’s time to get lean and mean in terms of a project or do something with your lifestyle. This leads to positive results. Simplicity and economy are your best defenses. Downsize before you’re downsized. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Just because something is not hard doesn't mean it’s easy. What’s worth doing today will take a few simple steps. Extreme repetition of those steps will be what makes for a successful outcome. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Here’s the straight truth: You are compromising too often and too much. Instead of starting off with what you think the other person will go for, start off with what you want. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). One of the secrets of your success is that you use the words “our” and “we” often. Standing for your group, even if it’s only a group of two, will start a wonderful string of events. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Do what you want to do today. There are people whose needs compete with yours and have other reasons for subverting your interests. All are manageable if you have the will. Get on your own side. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Being around the same person or people for too many hours and days in a row could bring out a less than optimum side of you. Arrange to get away. You deserve this.

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Talks Books Edward Humes has penned what is sure to find him another Pulitzer. His newest book is A Man and His Mountain (Public Affairs $26.99), the man is Jess Jackson, who put California chardonnay on the map and in the Reagan White House as “Nancy’s wine” and eventually made Jess a billionaire. Jackson came from poverty and worked his way through college and law school. He married Jane Kendall, his college sweetheart, had two daughters, and built his law career by litigating high-stakes real estate cases in his specialty of inverse condemnations. In a need to getaway from the pressures of his law firm, Jess and Jane bought an old farm in Lakeport with a pear and walnut orchard on the northern edge of

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on putting the brakes on their internal aging clock. Dr. Berger wants his patients to see the bigger picture of their overall health, including endocrinology (hormones), telomere testing and diet, sleep and mental state auditing. “Beauty is connected to more than what we see, how our bodies are running on the inside is just as important,” says Dr. Berger, who counts a-list celebrities and business executives among his regular clients. “I want our doctor/patient relationship to last longer than an

California’s wine country. His determination to go into growing grapes, learn about making wine, and become a full-fledged vintner might be called his mid-life crisis or addiction. Before Jess, white wine was known as “white Burgundy” and not very popular. Jess always did two things–read and researched every new thing and hired people, who knew more than he did. With Paul Dolan, who had been a head man with Fetzer, Jess bought contracts in Santa Barbara and Monterey for the best chardonnay grapes. As he traveled the state, Jess coveted what he saw. Nothing came easy in his growth as a vintner, including his marriage. Jane was against his mortgaging their home which happened anyway. She knew the marriage was over when she was at the winery and tossed into some old boxes was her wedding dress. Jess knew that he had to sell

his wine in New York City in order to make his wine’s success. He knocked on restaurant doors that turned him down. Only one said “yes,”–the Oyster Bar in Grand Central Station. His manager back in California didn’t believe it when the phone rang and said it was the White House calling. Seems Nancy Reagan had tasted Kendall-Jackson wine at a party and wanted to serve California wine at a dinner. That request put them on the map. That was only the beginning for Jess, he bought more land, and more wineries, and even made a deal with the French which was unheard of before him. He bought the French barrel maker’s firm with the agreement that he would pay the funeral expenses for the French workers. He hired Barbara Banke, a real estate attorney, to take over some of the law responsibilities. With his divorce final, Jess was starting a new life. He

office visit for filler, to change bad habits, and coach people to wellness so they can be their best at all times.” The telomeres–the tail ends of cells that can indicate various health problems and accelerated aging–are disposable buffers blocking the ends of the chromosomes. These are consumed during cell division and replenished by an enzyme, the telomerase reverse transcriptase. “The essence of anti-aging is to defy the common belief we must face an inevitable debilitating decline as we grow older. We think that it is normal but it is not,” he claims. “By restoring some of the

chemistry of youth, we can ‘trick’ genes into avoiding what is believed to be the inevitable decline of health–thus ward off many effects of old age. I believe – and have seen in my practice – people can remain vital right up to or very close to our final decline. The way this can be done is by cleaning up the ‘soup’ – environment, nutritional input, and behavior – to every extent possible.” Dr. Berger observes….” a person’s chronological, biological and appearance ages need not be the same!” He will discuss the anti-aging process on KTLA-Channel 5 News on Monday at 10 p.m.

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married Barbara who was 20years younger and had three children. His two daughters from his first marriage were involved with working for Kendall-Jackson which kept growing with wines such as Cambria, Camelot, etc. The word “billionaire” followed his name. For any other man, that might have been enough, but Jess fell on love again–with horse breeding and racing. Before he learned his way around horse racing, he was taken by some sharpies, sued and won his money back. By that point, he owned a farm in Kentucky and a 3-year old filly named

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Rachel Alexandra, who went on to win the Preakness. Rachel Alexandra would be Jess’ “Rose Bud” if this had been a novel. Ed Humes told me he knew Jess the last few years of his life. He died April 2, 2011 at age 81. Jackson did not hire Humes so this is not a book of puff praise. Ed told me he genuinely liked the man, but does write of him “warts and all.” Jess did do some despicable things like ruling his children’s lives and. though he valued loyalty, he himself was not always loyal. The Edward Humes interview is on Youtube. ConnieMartinson’sChannel.

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YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: Morning View Hotels-BHI, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company and Morning View Hotels-Beverly Hills, LLC, a California limited. NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association.

The name and address of the court is: Santa Monica Courthouse 1725 Main Street, Santa Monica CA, 90401 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney is: Robert H. Bisno, 9255 Sunset Blvd., Suite #920, Los Angeles, CA 90069 DATE: June 28, 2013 By: John A. Clarke, Clerk • M. Vanderman, Deputy Published 01/10/14, 01/17/14, 01/24/14, 01/31/14

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013 251901 The following is/are doing business as: 1) EVERCLEARWATER 2) EVERCLEARWATER POOLS 1214 S. Citrus Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90019; Christopher Captain 1214 S. Citrus Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90019; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Christopher Captain, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 9, 2013; Published: January 3, 10, 17, 24, 2014 LACC N/C —————————— NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S No. 1177625-31 APN: 5530-008-003 TRA: 09970 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx2820 REF: O'connor Jr, Duane IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED November 03, 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On January 23, 2014, at 9:00am, Cal-western Reconveyance Llc, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded November 22, 2006, as Inst. No. 06 2597509 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, executed by Duane Kip O'connor Jr An Unmarried Man, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the financial code and

authorized to do business in this state: Behind the fountain located in civic center plaza, 400 civic Center Plaza Pomona, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 7724 Lexington Ave West Hollywood CA 900466213 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $875,339.83. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

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P U B L I C N OT I C E S NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (619)590-1221 or visit the internet website " www.dlppllc.com, using the file number assigned to this case 1 1 7 7 6 2 5 - 3 1 . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web Site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. For sales information:(619)590-1221. CalWestern Reconveyance LLC, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 920229004 Dated: December 11, 2013. (DLPP435378 01/03/14, 01/10/14, 01/17/14) –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013253761 The following is/are doing business as: C.B.D. CUSTOM WOODWORKING 3700 Mount Vernon Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90008; Christopher DeWolf 3700 Mount Vernon Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90008; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business

under the name(s) listed herein: Christopher DeWolf: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 11, 2013; Published: December 20, 27, January 03, 10, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013253762 The following is/are doing business as: GANZBERG PROPERTIES 268 N. Crescent Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Steven Ganzberg, Trustee 1721 Stone Canyon Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90077; George Ganzberg, Trustee 268 N. Crescent Dr. #301, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: A TRUST, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Steven Ganzberg, Trustee of Ganzberg Revocable Trust: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 11, 2013; Published: December 20, 27, January 03, 10, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013265322 The following is/are doing business as: YOUR LIFE ONLY ORGANIZED 225 S. Hamilton Dr. #302, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Marni Lynn Isaacs 225 S. Hamilton Dr. #302, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein December 01, 2013: Marni Lynn Isaacs: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 30, 2013; Published: December 27, January 03, 10, 17, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES Date of Filing Application: DECEMBER 16, 2013 To Whom It May Concern: The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) is/are: MALIBU FISH GRILL 5 The applicants listed above are applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 8000 W. Sunset Blvd. Ste #A120 Los Angeles, CA 90046-2439 Type of license(s) applied for: 47 - ON-SALE GENERAL EATING PLACE Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 888 S. Figueroa St. #320 Los Angeles, CA 90017 213/833-6043 01/10/14, 01/17/14, 01/24/14 BHC 259168 BEVERLY HILLS COURIER –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013258555 The following is/are doing business as: 1) KOLANOWSKI DESIGN 2) FUSE LIGHTING 8659 Holloway Plaza Dr., West Hollywood, CA 90069; Kolanowski Design, Inc. 8659 Holloway Plaza Dr., West Hollywood, CA 90069; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein August 11, 2000: Kevin Kolanowski, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 18, 2013; Published: January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013258556 The following is/are doing business as: KEVIN KOLANOWSKI LLC 8659 Holloway Plaza Dr., West Hollywood, CA 90069; Kevin Kolanowski LLC 8659 Holloway Plaza Dr., West Hollywood, CA 90069; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein October 25, 2013: Kevin Kolanowski, Manager: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 18, 2013; Published: January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013258557 The following is/are doing business as: AJAX FABRICATION 8657 Holloway Plaza Dr., West Hollywood, CA 90069; Ajax

Fabrication 8657 Holloway Plaza Dr., West Hollywood, CA 90069; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein July 15, 2013: Kevin Kolanowski, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 18, 2013; Published: January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013258552 The following is/are doing business as: INTEGRATIVE THERAPEUTICS 324 S. Beverly Dr. #213, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Integrative Therapeutics, LLC 324 S. Beverly Dr. #213, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein May 01, 2013: Mila Morgan, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 18, 2013; Published: January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013258553 The following is/are doing business as: NRCC 2605 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90034; Charles Cowdin 2605 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90034; Norma L. Rodriguez 2605 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90034; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein 1976: Charles Cowdin: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 18, 2013; Published: January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013265945 The following is/are doing business as: 1) C THE MAYNE ENTERTAINMENT 2) THE MAYNE ENTERTAINMENT 18415 Collins St. #-H, Tarzana, CA 91356; Colleen Mayne 18415 Collins St. #-H, Tarzana, CA 91356; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Colleen Mayne: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 31, 2013; Published: January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013265947 The following is/are doing business as: FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION AND MORE 5250 Harmony Ave. #201, North Hollywood, CA 91601; Jocelyn B. Garcia 5250 Harmony Ave. #201, North Hollywood, CA 91601; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Jocelyn B. Garcia: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 31, 2013; Published: January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013265946 The following is/are doing business as: LE MERVETTY 319 N. Canon Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Voila Meringue, LLC 319 N. Canon Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Esther Benhamou, Manager/Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 31, 2013; Published: January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013266091 The following is/are doing business as: IMPERIAL KENNEL 366 S. Crescent Hgts. Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; Olga Butler 366 S. Crescent Hgts. Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Olga Butler: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 31, 2013; Published:

January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013266092 The following is/are doing business as: CORPORATE BEAUTY ESSENTIALS 1619 N. La Brea Ave. #514, Hollywood, CA 90028; Mary Zavaglia 1619 N. La Brea Ave. #514, Hollywood, CA 90028; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein November 18, 2013: Mary Zavaglia: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 31, 2013; Published: January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014002792 The following is/are doing business as: 1) RENALEE’S BROWNIE COMPANY 2) RENALEESBROWNIECOMPANY 1256 Masselin Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90019; Renalee S. Pflug 1256 Masselin Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90019; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Renalee S. Pflug: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: January 06, 2014; Published: January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– STATEMENT OF ABANDON-

MENT USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 2012232552 The following person(s) has/have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: THIRD STREET DANCE 8558 W. 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90048; The fictitious business name referred to above was filed on (date): November 21, 2012 in the county of Los Angeles; Perimeg Rogovin 425 N. Vista St., Los Angeles, CA 90036; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL declare that all information in this statement is true and correct, Signed: Perimeg Rogovin; Statement #2014003437 is filed with the County of Los Angeles: January 07, 2014; Published: January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 LACC N/C

–––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013255008 The following is/are doing business as: EXHALE MED CENTER 980 N. La Cienega Blvd. #102, Los Angeles, CA 90069; Chonicpractor Caregiver, Inc. 8424-A Santa Monica Blvd. #232, West Hollywood, CA 90069; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Eric Loyola, CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 12, 2013; Published: January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 LACC N/C

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THE BEVERLY HILLS COURIER Advertising Policies

The Beverly Hills Courier reserves the right to refuse the publishing of any advertisement and to delete any objectionable word(s) or phrase(s). Submission of an advertisement to a Beverly Hills Courier salesperson does not represent an agreement by the Beverly Hills Courier to print the advertisement. The Beverly Hills Courier will not be liable for failure t o p u b l i s h a n a d v e r t i s e ment as requested. If there is an error or an omission in the printing or the publication of an advertisement, the liability of the Beverly Hills Courier shall be limited to a maximum of the cost of the incorrect advertisement or the reprinting of the correct advertisement. The Beverly Hills Courier, under no circumstances, shall be liable for other damages. The Beverly Hills Courier will not accept any cancellations or changes to a classified ad/ads after 12:00 PM Wednesday, and display ads after 5:00 PM Tuesday of that requested week of publication. Legal notices already published once is 10 days prior to publication date. We will reserve one major change to a classified ad running on a five-week term. Changes in addition to the one alteration will incur a minimal charge of $3.00 per change.

For additional policies on advertising, please contact the Beverly Hills Courier at: (310) 278-1322.

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ANNOUNCEMENT

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Cosmetic Peel

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BEVERLY HILLS

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ELDERLY CARE

EMPLOYMENT

OFFICE / STORES FOR LEASE

TOWNHOMES/ CONDOS FOR SALE

EXECUTIVE & VIRTUAL OFFICES IN BEVERLY HILLS 90210

KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900

OPPORTUNITIES

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FOR SALE GREAT BEVERLY HILLS 'CORNER'

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Some Complexes include Heated Pools, Sundeck, Tennis, Doorman, Houseman, Staff Engineers, Switchboard, Security Staff, Switchboard, Saunas, Business Center, Pet PlayLand, Restaurant, Acres of Flower Gardens and Grassy Lawns. For Lease See our Ad Sec. 440

280 LAND FOR SALE

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440

HOUSE FOR SALE

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

SINGLE FAMILY HOME NOT LISTED

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W E S T L . A . • WESTWOOD • M I D - W I L S H I R E 858 BEDFORD ST. BRENTWOOD 12333 TeXaS Ave. 1422-1428 Kelton Av. 340 S. St. Andrews Pl.

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3 BDRM, 3.5 BATH

2,253 sq. ft. All Stainless Steel Appliances, W/D in 310/441-1811 310/766-1812 BEVERLY HILLS Unit, Multiple Balconies + Deck, Fireplace and LIKE A HOME 405 SMITHWOOD DRIVE Large Living Room.

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3 BDRM. + 2 BA. PET FRIENDLY CALL TODAY Upper Duplex Single Professional Dining room, living Male, Non-Smoker room with fireplace, breafast room, sun Looking to Rent room, hardwod floors, • B R E N T W O O D • Guesthouse or Room 922 S. Barrington Av. service porch, A/C, • 1 Bdrm. +1 Bath • HONEST, RELIABLE, QUIET, 2 car garage, new Fireplace, balcony, PRIVATE, RESPECTFUL. carpet and paint. wet bar, dishwasher, Work fromhome. City Views. Nice yard. laundry facility, Also avail. for Estate/ Call 310/339-5714 elevator, parking. Caretaker position. Close to shops+dining. Charlie: 323/839-5844 B E V E R L Y H I L L S 310/826-0541 References Avail. 443 S. Oakhurst Dr.

• Spacious Spacious ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • 1 Bdrm + 1 Bath Hardwood floors, • • • • • ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ dishwasher, controlled

The Carlton

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11666 Goshen Ave. 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath (•)(•)(•)(•)()

Granite counters, dish-

access, on-site Single+Loft+1 Ba. washer, balcony, stove, laundry & parking. S i n g l e intercom-entry, on-site C LOSE TO U.C.L.A. 310/864-0319 laundry, parking. 1 Bd.+Den+11/2 Ba. 310/207-1869 (•)(•)(•)(•)(•)

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WiFi, central air/heat, W E S T W O O D 10905 Ohio Ave. fireplace, patio, controlled access, • • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • • •• pool, elevator, parking, •• • • S i n g l e •• laundry facility. Wifi, Bright, controlled 310/312-9871 access, balcony, Shopping & Dining in pool, elevator, Brentwood Village laundry facility, prkg.

**CENTURY CITY** 2220 S. Beverly Glen

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• 1 Bd.+Den+1 Ba. • •• •• • • Lots of • •

407 TO RENT

SANTA MONICA 427 Montana Ave.

Storage Space Av a i l a b l e for Rent. Close to Beach . 310/394-7132

425 HOUSES FOR RENT

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Balcony, dishwasher, Central air, large a/c, heated pool, WiFi, balcony, pool, elevator, elevator controlled GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM on-site laundry, access, on-site laundry, 4.5 BATH + D EN + P OOL intercom entry. parking. Close to Beautifully Furnished 320 N. La Peer Dr. Brentwood Village, SHORT TERM AVAILABLE • 310/246-0290 • Shops & Restaurants. (3 to 6 Months) • 310/826-4889 • CLOSE TO Reduced - Sacrifice

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Hardwood floors, High ceilings, Central A/C

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. 11988 Kiowa Ave. 309 S. Sherbourne Dr. (•••

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1 Bd.+1 Ba.

• • • • • • Good closet space, a/c, elevator, dishwasher,

and pool. $6,995/Mo. controlled access. Close 9640 ROYALTON DR. to Cedars/shops/trans. CALL 310/880-8182

310/247-8689

••••••• 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. •••••••

HOLLYWOOD

1769-1775 Sycamore Av.

323/851-3790

Close to Everything.

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L.A.’S FINEST, MOST LUXURIOUS APT. RENTAL Very spacious, * * * * * * granite counters, microwave, intercom entry, on-sight laun“The Mission ” dry, parking & WiFi. • Westwood • Very close to UCLA & Westwood Village. • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. 310/208-5166 • • • • • 6-Month Lease Avail.

* * * * * *

• • • Every Extra Luxury: • • • • • • Single • custom cabinets, granite Single • • • countertops, stone entry, • • • • • • • • • pool, health club, spa. Pool, sauna,

WiFi, pool, elevator, controlled access, onsight laundry, parking. Close to U.C.L.A.

intercom entry, elevator, on-site laundry, parking. All Utilities Paid.

310/473-1509

310/841-2367

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• Free WiFi Access • • Close to UCLA • 1350 S. MIDVALE AVE. L.A., 90024 Contact Mgr.:

• 310/864-0319 •

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1433 Armacost Ave.

2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath B RIGHT & S PACIOUS . Balcony, Dishwasher, controlled access on-sight laundry, prkg.

310/479-0700 CL O S E TO AL L SHOPPING AREAS

—————–––– ~ WEST ~ LOS ANGELES

Large & Bright Unit. Elevator, controlled 2 Bdrm. + 1 Bath access, on-site Balcony, stove, laundry facility, controlled access, balcony, parking. on-site laundry, prkg. Close to Brentwood Village, 1307 Barry Ave. Shops & Restaurants. 310/473-1509

• 310/826-4889 •

213/364-8423

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• Single entry, laundry facility, • Bachelor elevator, parking, pool. CLOSE TO U.C.L.A., Controlled access, SHOPPING & 1 BLK. laundry facility. TO WESTWOOD PARK. Utilities Included. 310/478-8616

————–––– —————–––– • Jr. Executive • 310/552-8064 • — W ESTWOOD 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • Rooftop jacuzzi 1380 Midvale Ave. CULVER CITY 3830 Vinton Ave.

Rooftop pool, city views. deck, central air, Balcony, dishwasher, elevator, intercom elevator, intercom entry, on-sight laundry, W E S T L . A . entry, on-site 1343 Carmelina Ave. gym, parking. laundry, parking. - 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath • Free WiFi Access • P LEASE C ALL : ~ 310/476-3824 ~ • Bright Unit • 310/435-3693 BRENTWOOD & U.C.L.A. CLOSE On-site laundry, on-site parking. BEVERLY HILLS BRENTWOOD Close to • • • • • • • 11640 Kiowa Ave. transportation. • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • Newly Updated • 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. • 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath • 424/744-6342 •

BEVERLY HILLS • GORGEOUS UNITS •

•• • • • • • • • • • •• •• Single •• • • • • • • WiFi, a/c, intercom

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Spacious a/c, fireplace, Character & Charm ! pool, controlled access, Alcove fireplace, fridge, laundry fac., prkg. • Free WiFi Access • laundry facility, gated • • 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. • • B R E N T W O O D 310/473-5061 parking, intercom 11730 SUNSET BLVD. • • • • • • entry, WiFi and more. Close To U.C.L.A. • • • • • • NEWLY REMODELED • •

BRIGHT & S PACIOUS BEVERLY HILLS LIVING.

1409 Midvale Ave.

Close To U.C.L.A. 310/477-6856 • WESTWOOD • 550 Veteran Ave. • WESTWOOD • • • • • • 10933 Rochester Ave. • 2 B d . + 2 B a . = = = = = = = Jr . Executive = = = = = = = =

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GARAGE/STORAGE

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WESTWOOD

Balcony, controlled access, parking, elevator, on-site laundry. Close to shopping, great restaurants and Metro.

SMALL QUIET BLDG.

MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME. Condo Style Living In Beverly Hills

LUXURY 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS

L UXURY 2 B EDROOM $3150 fromA PARTMENTS $3150 to FROM $3995

$3350

Gourmet Granite Kitchens & Baths, Pool, Gym, In Home Laundry Rooms

133 North Almont Towers www.almonttowers.com • 310.888.8875

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UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

* HOLLYWOOD *

—————–––– LOS ANGELES

401 S. HOOVER St.

• • • • • • • • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • • • • • • •

Control access, pool, dishwasher, elevator, on-site laundry and parking.

213/385-4751

—————–––– BRAND NEW BUILDING ON OAKHURST DR. 3 BEDROOM, 4 BATH Approx. 2,300 sq.ft. Front unit with 3 side-by-side parking. Secured building w/doorman. $10,000/MO. For appointment contact Mitra Sisatar, Agent. 310/777-6372

—————–––– HEART OF WESTWOOD

Spacious & Bright Penthouse 3 Bdrm.+2 Bath SPECTACULAR, LARGE & AIRY. Panoramic views, 2,400sf. Floor-ceiling windows. private deck, garage. $5,000/Mo.

424/235-0577

—————–––– BEVERLY HILLS LUXURY CONDO

KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900 License 00957281

all listings are on CenturyCityLiving.com

NOW AVAILABLE GATED 5 STAR LUXURY PROPERTIES F URNISHED & U NFURNISHED

*BEL AIR *WESTWOOD *CENTURY CITY

CENTURY PARK EAST 2 BED/DEN/2 BATHS FULLY FURNISHED $5,950/MONTH High Floor Corner. Over 1,400 sq. ft. of Luxury. 2 Jumbo Balconies State of the Art Renovation Marble Floors. Granite Counters Custom Cabinets. Spa Tub Load of Closets Fantastic City/Ocean Views

1 BED/1 BATH HIGH FLOOR $3,250/MONTH Totally New Renovation. Quartz Counters. Real Hardwood Floors. Walk-In Closet No Common Walls Separate Tub & Stall Shower

1 BED/1 BATH $2,900/MONTH High Floor Under Renovation Partial City/Ocean Views Available January, 2014

1 BED/1 BATH $2,500/MONTH High Floor Updated Kitchen Hardwood & Tile Floors Large Balcony Century City Views

CENTURY TOWER

Bright 3 Bd. +3 / 2 Ba. 3rd flr., stainless steel granite kitchen with marble flrs., hrwd. flrs., central air, washer/dryer.

/2 BLOCK TO BEVERLY DR.

$4,950/Month

213/820-3915

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3 BED/ 2 BATH $5,950/MONTH Refurbished high floor Full 3 Bedrooms Hardwood & New Carpets Unobstructed Views of Century City

For Sale See our Ad Sec. 270

• BEVERLY HILLS • 422 S. BEDFORD DR. 4 BEDROOM, 2 BATHS

B E V E R L Y H I L L S 10966 OHIO AVE BEVERLY HILLS

Nr. Wilshire / Westwood 336 S. SPALDING DR • Spacious • LARGE LUXURY Lower duplex, 2,200 sq. ft. 2 Bdrm.+2 New Baths * * * * * * * * * * * * Terrific Bright Upper 4 BDRM., 4.5 BA. Hardwood floors, fireplace, Quiet building. New PENTHOUSE A/C and private back yard. large granite kitchen, Large Front 1 Bd. 1 Ba.

$3,800/MO.

microwave, dishwasher,

$1,550/MO.

Balcony and 3 Parking

Call 323/876-3370 hardwood floors, large Includes dishwasher, stall Must See! or 323/304-3370 closets, a/c balcony. shower + tub, balcony, Call Mike: • Pet Friendly • ELEVATOR, gated quiet ** 310/801-3310 **

—————–––– BEVERLY HILLS ADJ.

12 unit building. No pets. $2,600/Month 1017 S. SHERBOURNE Call 323/252-5600 Very Private & Spacious Call: 310/556-1284 2 BDRM. + 1.5 BATH upper unit with breakfast P R I M E L O C A T I O N SANTA MONICA Beautiful Studio and formal dining room. Guesthouse Yard, laundry & parking. North of Wilshire

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443 S. Oakhurst Dr.

• 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. • • • • • • • • • • in Beverly Hills B R I G H T & S P A C I O U S $3,500/MO. Private Entry. 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath BEVERLY HILLS Call 213/804-3761 L ARGE & B EAUTIFUL Completely Re-done LIVING. Bathroom. Balcony, dishwasher, Located Near BEVERLY HILLS Upper front unit. Hard- Transportation elevator, intercom & 232 S. Rexford Dr. wood floors, appliances, Shopping Stores. entry, on-site Luxurious & Spacious patio, front+back yard. No Pets • Utilities Incld. laundry, parking. 7-Blocks to Beach $1,200/Month 2 Bdrm, 2 Baths P LEASE C ALL : A SK F OR S ANDY: $2,595/Month Hardwood floors, new 310/435-3693 310/557-1314 310/666-8360 kitchen cabinet with O R N ISAN : 464 granite counters, all 310/666-7104 PLOTS appliances, washer BEVERLY HILLS ADJ FOR SALE 9583 ALCOTT ST. and dryer in the unit. * SPACIOUS * LARGE & LOVELY $2,800/MO. WESTWOOD Cell 310/926-6088 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH MEMORIAL PARK 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH or 213/622-1428 Upper, new carpet, bar,

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balcony, stove, dish* * * * * * * * * * * * * washer, laundry on each 8888 floor, subterranean WEST THIRD ST. parking. No pets. BEVERLY HILLS ADJ $2,400/MO One of the Most Call 310/437-1826

Presigious, Elegant, Beautiful Apt. Bldg.

LUXURIOUS SPACIOUS 1 BEDROOM PENTHOUSE FRONT UNIT WITH TWO BALCONIES SPECTACULAR VIEW

911 S. Wooster St. #5 $1,195/MO.

Double Plot For Sale in Sold Out Exclusive Area Opposite Chapel.

Call 805/379-2000

Please Call For More Information:

MIRACLE MILE • Cozy Bachelor •

REDUCED 40%.

310/273-6060 —————–––– —————–––– Owner Leaving Area,

UNIQUE & SPACIOUS CORNER UNIT !

Pico/Robertson 2 Bd.+2 Ba. $2,175 ************* • L IGHT & A IRY • Loaded with Amenities

Between Doheny & Robertson

Washer & Dryer in unit Stainless Steel Appliances Granite Kitchen Counter Central A/C, Jacuzzi Bath Tub, Gas Fire Place, Microwave Oven, Dishwasher, Individual Security Alarm, 24/7 Digital surveillance & Phone Entrance. Controlled Entrance with assigned Parking space. NO PETS

Near Beverly Hills and UCLA.

New carpet, mini-blinds

469

& paint. Microwave,

FURNITURE FOR SALE

refrigerator, shower. $795 Inclds. Utilities

Close to LACMA/

WOOD CARVED BUDDHA ART

1 Newly Remodeled Bath transport./restaurants 5’ wide x 8’ high Paid $3,000 New custom built-ins in 323/954-1318 Asking $2,250 OBO kitchen, dry bar, balcony, NEAR WILSHIRE/FAIRFAX patio, huge closets, a/c, central heat, 2-car prkg., laundry facility. Cat OK. BEVERLY HILLS

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Exceptional Condition! 323/937-3737

LIKE A HOME

SMITHWOOD DRIVE 3 BDRM. + 2 BA. $2,750/MO. Upper Duplex Call 310/550-5767 thevillasonthird.com BEVERLY HILLS ADJ Dining room, living * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bedford/Olympic room with fireplace, 2 BD, 2 BA CONDO breafast room, sun $2,150/MO. room, hardwod floors, Approx. 1400 Sq. ft. service porch, A/C, To Advertise Lower unit with fridge, 2 car garage, new washer/dryer in unit carpet and paint. call and 2 car parking. City Views. Nice yard. 310.278.1322 Call 310/880-7281 Call 310/339-5714

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TIMELESS WOOD CABINET 5’ wide x 8’ high Paid $4,200 Asking $2,500 OBO

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1134 N. SYCAMORE AV. • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath Newly Remodeled Great Views Great views, controlled access, balcony, elevator, lrg. pool, prkg, on-sight laundry. H IKING IN R UNYON C ANYON , H OLLYWOOD B OWL /N IGHTLIFE . 323/467-8172

BEVERLY HILLS

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BAGS WANTED

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WANTED ALLIGATOR, CROCODILE, EXOTIC SKINS; CHANEL, GUCCI HERMES, AND DESIGNER HANDBAGS

We Buy Estates • Watches • Platinum • Silver • Diamonds • Coins • Signed pieces • Gold 25 years of experience. We Specialize in watches, estate and signed jewelry. We also do repairs on high end watches

VINTAGE & NEW TOP DOLLAR PAID Call 310/289-9561

500 AUTOS •••• 2004 •••• MERCEDES BENZ E500 One owner with extremely low miles. Fully equipped in original condition. Impeccable in every detail. Bought and serviced at Beverly Hills Mercedes Benz.

• Top money paid. • At home private consultation available.

Dov Markovich

17326 Ventura Blvd

(at the CVS shopping center)

Encino, Ca. 91316

818-788-7117 • 954-675-4546

Call 310/614-4100

————— ••• 1977 ••• LINCOLN TOWNCAR PERFECT CONDITION LOOKS LIKE NEW RUNS GREAT. LEATHER SEATS NOT A SCRATCH ON IT. $5,000 For more info call Day: 323/651-1410 Eve: 310/474-5178

HIGHEST CASH

LUXURY JEWELS

Antiques - Old Coins Tiffany Items Paintings - Objets d’Art Estate Jewelry: Gold - DiamondsVintage Watches Lalique - Art Glass Fine Porcelains: Meissen - Sevres Marble Statues Bronze Sculptures Clocks - Silver Furniture: French English - American One Item or Entire Estates Purchased For Cash. Prompt & Considerate Response to All Inquiries. House Calls O.K. ••••••••••

WANTED 1953-1967 CORVETTE’S Running or Not. Private Party. Will Pay Cash! Bob 818/267-9800

BEVERLY HILLS Bring us your watches, diamonds, estate jewelry, gold/silver, coins, art, & antiques. We have over 100 combined years of expertise in buying, selling, and appraisals. WE PAY PREMIUM PRICES! *WE BEAT MOST AUCTION HOUSE PRICES*

B U Y •S E L L •L O A N •T R A D E •C O N S I G N 203 S. Beverly Dr, Beverly Hills 90212 310.205.0093 • info @ ljobh.com license# 19100971

we buy antiques! Highest prices paid, satisfaction Guaranteed!

Paintings Art Deco Art Nouveau Marble Statues Russian Items

Chinese Art Clocks Chandeliers Porcelain Dresden

Meissen KPM Royal Vienna Islamic Art Bronze

Sculpture Jade Tifanny Lalique Galle Daum

TRADES & CONSIGNMENTS ACCEPTED TOO! WE

CAN BUY ONE ITEM OR YOUR ENTIRE HEIRLOOM!

Arté Antiques

Tel:

310.858.7666 artela@aol.com

www.ArteAntiques.com

588 JEWELRY

We File & Publish DBA’s For More

310/413-1138

BUY & SELL

PRICES PAID ••••••••••

Visit my website at beverlyhil santiques.com

I BUY

CALL ED

ANTIQUES / JEWELRY

310/276-0188 818/888-9200

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From the Publisher CLIF SMITH SHERIFF LEE BACA’S RESIGNATION– A LOSS FOR BEVERLY HILLS AND L.A. COUNTY Nothing lasts forever, so it is probably not surprising that Lee Baca, Sheriff of Los Angeles County, decided he could best serve his beloved Sheriff’s Department by resigning. Lee is a long-time resident of San Marino, but worked incessantly to come and visit people throughout Los Angeles County. Whether it was in South Central, the Valley, the San Gabriel Valley, the Westside, Beverly Hills – Lee showed up and met people. He came to Little League, AYSO speeches, Rotary clubs, Yom HaShoah memorials, Fourth of July celebrations – if you asked Lee to attend and speak, or just attend, he did. We could not ask for a more faithful or devoted friend and neighbor than Lee Baca. Always accessible, Lee made a point of getting to know people and never letting his Sheriff’s badge stand between him and the community. Thinking back to his initial run for office, recall that the then-Sheriff Sherman Block was in failing health. The Sheriff’s Department was reeling from Block’s incapacity. Sheriffs of Los Angeles County do not lose elections, but the independence of the Sheriff’s Department was at risk. Many friends of Lee’s throughout the county knew and respected him and more or less drafted him to run. His first public announcement of his run for office came at a dinner sponsored by the San Marino Tribune for San Gabriel Valley AYSO where he was the keynote speaker (filling in for Dr. Laura Schlesinger.) Lee told us he never expected to win the first election. “I never thought I would defeat [Sheriff] Sherman [Block]. I just wanted to get my name known,” he told us so that when Block retired he would be in position to contend for the office. Events surprised everyone. As the campaign developed, Sheriff Block and his supporters began attacking Lee. Lee refused to respond in kind saying, “Sherman Block was my mentor. I will not say anything against him.” This confounded and frustrated Lee’s backers, but Lee stood firm. He would not turn on the man who promoted him. The closer the election came, the higher Baca rose in the polls. Then Block passed away a few days before the election. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors endorsed the now-deceased Block so they could appoint his successor. Baca won big and a cautious arm’s-length relationship began. Baca was never “their man,” but they had to try to work together. Unlike the Los Angeles Police Department, which is completely controlled by the Los Angeles mayor and city council, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is independent of the Board of Supervisors. Our Sheriff is elected by the entire county, as is the District Attorney. While the Board is responsible for the budget, the Sheriff is the boss. But the “boss” must take responsibility. Baca always took responsibility for his deputies, whether the problem was a crazy group shooting in Compton by over a dozen deputies (who fortunately hit no one, leading to increased target practice) to the most recent scandal reports from the jail and the hiring office. There is a back story to all of this—budget cuts, making unions happy by hiring people who should not have been hired, phony allegations of “racial discrimination,” to trying to cope with State of California felons sent by Gov. Jerry Brown to county jails never designed to hold them. As Lee told reporters Tuesday, “The Sheriff’s Department has over 20,000 people. 18 [the number of jail deputies facing criminal charges] is not a lot, but there are probably more.” We never heard excuses. He was and is the Sheriff and he will tell you it’s his responsibility. Too bad that same principled leadership does not prevail in Sacramento or Washington. Baca also took the helm for homeland security coordination for much of Southern California. His jurisdiction reached far beyond the borders of our county. He is a recognized expert in law enforcement, much in demand for speaking the world over. His deputies guard many of our cities, the unincorporated parts of the county and Metro’s trains and subways. He runs the jails, and that has been a problem – but it is not a new problem. Tour our county jails—we would not wish the task of jailer on anyone. Throughout, Lee has taken the good with the bad, supported people and done his best—honestly and trustingly. Why he resigned we do not know, but we take him at his word. Setting aside all the professional accolades and besides reducing crime throughout the county, his proudest achievement he would tell you was creation of his jail-based education program. Baca firmly believes that locking up someone without some sort of education in jail to prepare for a return to society is a waste of time, money and lives. His program has had some good successes and some failures, but throughout Lee Baca has kept up his faith in the people. We can only hope that his successor demonstrates as much compassion and caring for the people of Los Angeles County as has Lee Baca—our dear friend and neighbor. Cartoon for The Courier by Janet Salter

Rabbi Jacob Pressman SNOW, SNOW, SNOW EVERYWHERE A few years ago when I began to think that the era of snowy winters was ending, the earth was warming, and sleigh bells were ceasing to ring. Now it seems that sleigh bells are back in style. Snow is covering much of our land and when it melts we shall be facing lots of floods. I no longer make predictions about winter weather because weather is capricious and real weather changes occur over long spans of time. When snowfalls are fresh, they are glorious. However, when the dirty products of city life muddies the snow it loses its beauty. The other day I mentioned my childhood recollections of climbing up and over the deep tire tracks I had to traverse to get to my public school which was just across the street from my home. That was quite an adventure which you can tell from the impression is has made on me. When eventually the snow melted I was sad to see it go. Sad to say, in our glorious Beverly Hills weather, our children never had that experience.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR For many years, I have been an active participant in local elections and enjoy finding solutions to local issues. This past Tuesday, I attended a City Council study session that I shall long remember with utter dismay. I witnessed a City Council meeting that was akin to watching a group nervous breakdown. Civility, decorum,and good government action was lost when a verbal “free for all” ensued. The subject was a Planning Commission appointment. I was embarrassed for the nominee and was appalled by this unveiled image of cronyism that overwhelmingly came into play. The Planning Commission is a most powerful commission and it was obvious that the “political hand” was being played. This action was a disservice to the community and this selection process desperately needs to be corrected. Gloria Seiff ****** Councilmember Nancy Krasne wishes to expand the Human Relations Commission. Unlike her, I am not sequestered in important meetings and photo ops all day. Instead, I actually get out and about in our lovely City, one of, if not the most, diverse cities in the county. I witness all shapes, sizes, colors, genders, nationalities, ages, languages, accents, even overpaid City employees and irresponsible tenants and landlords working and playing nice together. As a property manager, I have found the folks at rent stabilization and housing, the building safety and code inspectors to be nothing less than thorough, professional and quick to respond to tenant and landlord problems and complaints. I would humbly suggest to the councilmember that we insist and allow, without restrictions, all City departments and employees to fully execute the duties and responsibilities of their charters and job descriptions. And that we elect a small group of citizens (no more than 4 or 5), call them the City Council headed by another elected citizen we can call a mayor, and have them make certain everyone working for the City does his or her job. Robert Block ****** BHPD Det. Gabriel Coyoca was just 45 years old when he passed away. Like so many other tragedies in America, he lost his life battling drug abuse. But he wasn’t a drug user himself, Gabe gave up his life fighting against the illicit drug business. In his eight years as a detective, he developed an enforcement program that seized record amounts of methamphetamine, cocaine and other illegal narcotics before they entered into the hands of our children. If you have ever experienced the sickening disease of drug abuse first hand, if you have ever had a loved one addicted to meth, crack or heroin, you will know the futile battle it becomes. Addicts wreck the family unit inside and out causing endless hours of guilt upon parents and spouses. Tens of thousands of dollars are spent attempting to rehabilitate addicts, usually resulting in short periods of sobriety before returning to the drug again and again. Crime to innocent victims occurs every hour because of drug abuse and we simply shake our heads and ask “Why?” Det. Coyoca chose to devote his career to drug abuse in Beverly Hills. No other cop has had the impact that Gabe had in keeping the drugs out of our community. Sadly, through his constant contact handling drugs and wiping out the labs, he got sick and died last month, leaving behind a beautiful wife and two young children. Regardless of your opinion on drugs and drug abuse, on legalization or not, Gabriel Coyoca has become another casualty who fought hard against drug abuse, so hard it cost him his life. Russell Sharp* *Mr. Sharp is a retired member of the Beverly Hills Police Department and former colleague of Det. Coyoca who asks that any donations be sent to The Gabriel Coyoca Family Fund, c/o Beverly Hills Employee Credit Union, 9298 W. Third St., Beverly Hills CA, 90210 (800-729-3802).

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