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BEVERLY HILLS VOLUME: LIII

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March 23, 2018

Loma Linda: Don’t Sign It Until You Read It!

Gold Rush Julian Gold installed as mayor, Mirisch becomes vice mayor

Tucker was left behind when his owners moved and is searching for his forever home.

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BHHS Academic Decathlon Team heads to State championship.

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King Tut’s golden relics to go on display at the California Science Center.

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Pictured above: Julian Gold is installed as mayor with his wife Michele and daughter Becca. Pictured bottom: John Mirisch is installed as vice mayor by his mother, Wendy Goldberg.

Photos by Victoria Talbot

By Victoria Talbot Beverly Hills residents turned out Tuesday evening for the annual reorganization and installation at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, a celebration of the transition of government as the gavel was passed from Lili Bosse to Julian Gold, who assumed the title of mayor, passing the vice mayor title to John Mirisch.

In a video showing some of the accomplishments of outgoing Mayor Lili Bosse, she highlighted some of her more colorful moments. Public meditations with Dr. Deepak Chopra, yoga in the park, bicycling with the Mayor, Neon Nights, Rodeo Drive events, social media photo installations

MORE PHOTOS! See pictures from Tuesday’s City Council Installation on page 14.

and a plethora of other events that made Bosse’s year so successful and so visible.

Gold and his fellow councilmembers acknowledged that he will probably find it challenging to follow Bosse, whose energy, dedication and “Can Do Now” philosophy united the Beverly Hills Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Chamber of Commerce and the Rodeo Drive Committee to create BOLD; listened and responded with compassion to the concerns of parents (see ‘INSTALLATION’ page 13)

Beverly Hills Poised To End Sale Of Flavored Tobacco George Christy, Page 6 Celebrating His Wife Paula Escher’s Birthday In Los Angeles, San Francisco’s Tom Escher Remarked, “We Realize Now That San Francisco Is A Village...And Los Angeles Is The Big Kahuna.”

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By Laura Coleman Beverly Hills is poised to become an even healthier city in the coming months as the City Council moves forward in adopting a new ordinance to toughen its already strong stance on tobacco. Following input by the Health and Safety Commission on a draft ordinance that would ban the sale of flavored tobacco products in Beverly Hills, Mayor Julian Gold confirmed that the Council was poised to tackle the issue.

“Over the last couple of years the City’s taken steps to reduce tobacco exposure in Beverly Hills and that has taken the form of our

have blocked the ordinance, paving the way not only for the Loma Linda development, but for the continued despoliation of the City's hillsides with oversized “basements,” removing wildlife habitat, destroying neighborhoods, and further degrading the natural landforms that are at risk of disappearing beneath steel and cement forever.

If they get the signatures by April 5, “the Basement Ordinance will not go into effect on April 6,” wrote City Clerk Byron Pope in his Declaration. If the petitions are filed April 6-10, then the Ordinance will be suspended.

Either way, the Basement Ordinance would be rendered ineffective, and residents will (see ‘LOMA LINDA’ page 22)

New Security Measures To Begin At BHHS On Monday

ordinance that limits not only smoking in public spaces, but now in multi-unit dwellings,” described Gold, who is an anesthesiologist. “It’s difficult to fully ban tobacco from the City, but at the end of the day that’s probably what should happen.

There is no beneficial effect of smoking. Period.”

Earlier this year, the American Lung Association awarded the City of Beverly Hills an ‘A’ grade in terms of overall tobacco control.

It’s an incredible (see ‘FLAVORED TOBACCO’ page 23)

By Laura Coleman On the heels of yet another school shooting this week – a tragic national trend that shows no signs of abating – on Wednesday evening Beverly Hills High School Principal Mark Mead emailed BHHS students, families and staff alerting them to forthcoming security changes at the school.

“As with any change, we understand that this process requires an adjustment period, with opportunities to make improvements or adaptations to best serve our BHHS community,” Mead wrote. “We welcome your valuable feedback, and ask for your patience and understanding as these important security improvements are underway.”

While not specifically in response to Tuesday’s

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By Victoria Talbot Don’t sign any petition until you’ve read it very carefully - because it may be used to force the City of Beverly Hills into letting Loma Linda Ltd. build their projects on Loma Linda Drive.

A petition is being circulated by signature gatherers throughout the City to rescind the Basement Ordinance, which was unanimously approved by both the City Council and the Planning Commission and is set to go into effect on April 6.

The petition is for a referendum that would appear on the November ballot to recall the Basement Ordinance. If the signature gatherers are successful in collecting 10 percent, or 2,049 signatures, from registered voters, they will

Maryland high school shooting which was done by a student, Mead’s email primes the BHHS family to return from Spring Break with a new mentality as to just how the school will be dealing with security issues starting Monday morning.

Director of School Safety Chris Hertz said it would be important for people coming to BHHS to allow for extra time to enter the campus in the wake of increasing security measures.

As of last week, the high school now sports a brand new eight-foot high chain-link fence with 16 gates. Gone, it seems, are the days of students using the sidewalk along Moreno for passing periods between classes. (see ‘BHHS SECURITY’ page 23)

A HAPPY DAY — RuPaul, drag performer was honored with the 2,631st star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

We erred in last week’s front page caption of Salma Hayek and husband, Francois-Henri Pinault. He is not the owner of Vuitton. He owns Gucci, YSL, Alexender McQueen, Balenciaga and other luxury brands.

For more photos, see George Christy’s column on page 6.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING – STUDY SESSION DATE: April 9, 2018 TIME: 7:00 PM, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard LOCATION: City Council Chamber, Beverly Hills City Hall 455 North Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 The Design Review Commission of the City of Beverly Hills, at a special meeting (Study Session) on Monday, April 9, 2018, will hold a public meeting beginning at 7:00 PM, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard to discuss the potential expansion of the City’s single-family Design Review program beyond the Central Area of the City, which may include single-family zones in the Hillside and Trousdale Estates areas of the City.

The potential to expand the areas subject to Design Review in the City will also be reviewed in the future by the Planning Commission and City Council.

The Design Review Commission’s discussion regarding expansion of Design Review may include, but is not limited to, the following topics of discussion:

Preliminary Topics for Discussion • If Design Review is expanded to the Hillside Area, should it also be extended to Trousdale Estates?

• Should review be limited to the street-facing façade only, as in the Central Area, or should review include other elevations that may be visible from surrounding properties or streets?

• Should properties that are not visible from the street (e.g. flag lots, large estates, significant landscaping, etc.) be exempt from Design Review?

• Should the required findings be the same as in the Central Area, or should new findings be developed for hillside areas?

• Should story poles (poles and flags outlining the envelope of a structure) be required to better understand where a project is visible from and how the massing fits into the topography?

• For projects that require review by both the Planning Commission and Design Review Commission, is there a preferable sequence as to which Commission reviews the project first, or should one Commission be designated to conduct the review in its entirety?

• Should Design Review include review of accessory elements such as retaining walls, fences,accessory structures, swimming pools, water features, game courts, decks, mechanical equipment, landscaping, lighting, paving, etc.?

• Review of trash enclosures • Should there be options for Track One (Staff level) and Track Two (Commission level) review of projects, and should the Style Guide apply?

• What are the staffing and project timeline impacts that might result from expansion of Design Review, and how can these best be minimized?

• Should the Design Review Commission meet more frequently than once per month?

• What type of public notice should be provided and should bus tours by the Commission be required?

Any interested person may attend the meeting and be heard or present written comments to the Commission. Any comments submitted will be considered as part of the public record.

If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Georgana Millican, Associate Planner in the Planning Division at (310) 285-1121, or by email at gmillican@beverlyhills.org, or contact Mark Odell, Urban Designer in the Planning Division at (310) 285-1116 or modell@beverlyhills.org.

Sincerely, Mark Odell, Urban Designer In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, City Council Chamber is wheelchair accessible and is equipped with audio equipment for the hearing impaired. If you need special assistance to attend this meeting, please call the Planning Division at (310) 285-1121 or TTY (310) 285-6881. Please notify the Planning Division at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the meeting if you require captioning service so that reasonable arrangements can be made.

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El Rodeo Named California Distinguished School

LAST WALK – Lili Bosse hosted her final “Walk With The Mayor” on Monday, with about 500 of her friends in attendance. Walkers were treated to a fête featuring food and beverages from all the restaurants that Bosse had visited in the previous year, a DJ and an array of garb emblazoned with the names of every business the Walk visited since she became mayor. Many won prizes worth up to $500 in merchandise by collecting “Beverly Hills bingo” stickers at local businesses. Walks will continue every Monday at City Hall, led by a group of residents.

By Laura Coleman As of this month El Rodeo elementary school has been named a California Distinguished School, confirmed El Rodeo Principal Kevin Allen.

“What’s really meaningful for me, with all of the construction, we’re really moving kids forward,” he said. “A school is so much more than the building it houses. It’s a community of people who come together to support the education of those who inhabit it.”

Following a three-year pause while California transi-

Former Miss USA Winner To Host Women’s SelfDefense Class At The Beverly Hilton

By Laura Coleman Self-empowerment is not only crucial for anyone looking to be successful, it’s vital to ensure survival. On Saturday, March 31, former Miss USA winner Nia Sanchez is set to hold the first of three selfdefense workshops for women in Beverly Hills.

All proceeds from the events, which are being held in partnership with The Beverly

Hilton and are set to take place in the hotel’s new outdoor event space, will go to support empowering battered and/or abused women. Funds will also be used to host workshops aimed at helping young girls deal with low self-esteem.

Sanchez, a fourth-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do who is a Goodwill Ambassador for The World Tae Kwon Do Federation, said she expected

the workshops would be “powerful.” The onetime Miss USA 2014 said she has trained over tens of thousands of women across the U.S. in high schools, colleges, and women’s shelters.

In addition to learning the essentials of women's self defense, attendees will be treated to music, snacks, photo booths and more. Tickets are $30 each; $50 for two sessions.

Visit: http://bit.ly/2FLQgGB.

tioned to its new assessment and accountability system, the California Distinguished Schools program (which replaces the California Gold Ribbon Schools Program) is now once again recognizing schools that demonstrate exemplary achievements.

Eligible schools can apply for the award once every two years and schools recognized hold the title for two years.

Allen said that El Rodeo was the only school in the district that qualified to apply. (see ‘EL RODEO’ page 19)

TUCKER UP–Tucker is a 7-year-old Shih Tzu mix.

His owners moved and left him behind. Tucker is a sweet boy and is wellbehaved. He weighs 15 pounds and is ready to find his forever home. For information on adopting Tucker, visit www.shelterhopepetshop.org.

Kalman Aron, Renowned Artist And Holocaust Survivor, Dies At 93

By John L. Seitz When Kalman Aron first started drawing at age three in his Latvian hometown of Riga, he never dreamed that his particular art skill would enable him to survive another nine decades in a very hectic life.

The longtime Beverly Hills resident died Feb. 24 at 93 but not before surviving seven Nazi death camps in Poland, Germany and Czechoslovakia, primarily by his ability of doing sketches for soldiers and guards there in exchange for food, blankets and protection.

“In those camps, I had the chance to study people, trying to capture their character, their spirit, and that certain but different look each one,” he explained.

Before his life and death struggle during World War II, Aron’s career path was already charted. When he was seven, a local gallery in Latvia showed his drawings, all of which sold in the first day. The resulting press caught the attention of the prime minister, Karlis Ulmanis, who was so taken with the 13year-old’s talent that he commissioned him to do his official portrait. Two years later, Aron enrolled at Riga’s Academy of Fine Arts and after the war at the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna where he was awarded a MFA degree.

Along with his first wife and $4 in his pocket, he immigrated to America in 1949. After a stint painting pottery in a Los Angeles factory, he started doing pastels of students and began selling his work in galleries where he became

commercially successful by painting portraits of such prominent people as President Ronald Reagan, author Henry Miller, conductor Andre Previn, etc.

Five years ago Susan Beilby Magee wrote a book called Into The Light: The Healing Art Of Kalman Aron, which chronicles his story and the therapeutic role of art-making in his life. This led to producer Steven C. Barber of Vanilla Fire Films obtaining the rights to make a documentary based on his life and the book with Beverly Hills publicist Edward Lozzi serving as executive producer. Norman Lear will also be involved in the project.

He was named among America’s “100 outstanding artists” by Art in America and his work has been exhibited in art museum in Los Angeles, San Francisco, La Jolla, and Denver.

Just before his death, Aron was quoted as saying his art has saved him more than once–first, during the Holocaust, and now 93, it’s kept him from something many people his age struggle with–dying of boredom. “I’m still talking. I’m still working.“

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Where To Enjoy An Easter Sunday Meal In Beverly Hills

CELEBRATING 70 YEARS OF ISRAEL – Rabbi Pini Dunner, senior rabbi of Beverly Hills Synagogue, presented longtime Beverly Hills resident Ernie Goldberger with the “Gibor Yisrael” (Hero of Israel) award for heroism and bravery during the 1948 War of Independence Sunday. Goldberger was this year’s honoree at the synagogue’s annual fundraiser at the Petersen Automotive Museum.

Guests enjoyed amazing food while wandering among the rare automobiles. Pictured, from left: Regina Goldberger, Rabbi Pini Dunner and 90 year old Ernie Goldberger.

Beverly Hills High School Academic Decathlon Team Heads To State Competition

By Laura Coleman Bright and early yesterday morning, the Beverly Hills High School Academic Decathlon Team headed to this year’s state championship competition in Sacramento. Set to take place today and tomorrow, the eight students on this year’s team are poised to compete against some of the brightest minds in California – and it will all come down to their knowledge of Africa, this year’s theme.

The Decathlon is an academic competition in which students master ten subjects at a college level, including Art, Economics, Essay-writing, Literature, Mathematics, Music, Interview Skills, Science, Social Science, and Public Speaking. In previous

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ON THE ROAD–While most BHUSD students were out relaxing over spring break, early Thursday morning the BHHS Academic Decathlon team headed to Sacramento for the State Competition. After winning 18 medals at the regional competition on Feb. 8, the team is looking to conquer at the state level. Pictured (from left): David Noah Pals, Katie Wu, Nellie Soames, Emily Zhang, Matthew Park, Daniel Weiner, Tim Kim, and Coach Johnson. Not pictured: Claire German.

years, the BHHS team has had a history of performing well.

Just a few days before this year’s team headed up north, following months of studying

(they estimate spending 30 hours a week outside of class, in addition to other extracurriculars), the Courier sat down (see ‘ACADEMIC DECATHLON’ page 19)

WORK HAS BEGUN– Tourists this week have not been discouraged by the fencing that has enclosed the Lily Pond at Beverly Gardens Park. They continue to take photographs in front of the iconic sign.

Rehabilitation of the decomposed granite and adjustments to protect the famous sign are expected to take about three months. Other renovations have begun on the easternmost parks, and will result in a refreshed landscape and facelift.

By Matt Lopez Easter is just around the corner. Here are a plate full of brunch and dining options to consider on Easter Sunday on April 1.

The Beverly Hilton: CIRCA 55 offers a poolside brunch menu, with a bevy of options including favorites from around the globe like seafood paella, a carving and bbq station, a sprawling seafood bar, an eggs florentine omelet station and sushi, along with bottomless Mimosas and Prosecco from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Price is $81 per adult, $38 for children 12-and-under. Call 310-8876055.

Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills: Jean-Georges offers a three-course Easter meal with main course options such as Ora King Salmon, Seared Black Cod and Roasted Wagyu Beef Tenderloin, among others.

Buffet-style dessert bar also included. Price is $155/person, $75/child. Call 310-860-6566.

The Peninsula Beverly Hills: The Belvedere will host a family-style Easter curated by Executive Chef David Codney, with free-flowing Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne. Served from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., $138/person, $65/child. Call 310-975-2736.

The Beverly Wilshire: THE Blvd offers a three-course meal that includes a choice of Moroccan Shakshouka, Easter Leg of Lamb, 24K Carrot Cake and more. Add-ons include the Bubble Bar, the “Break an Egg” dessert or “Plauteau de Fruits de Mer.” Available 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for $70/person. Call 310-275-5200.

The Beverly Hills Hotel: The Polo Lounge offers a threecourse brunch menu by chef (see ‘EASTER’ page 15)

COOKIES PAY OFF – On behalf of local Girl Scout Troop 215, Beverly Hills High freshman Elise Knebel presented a check last week to BHEF President Cindy Trost.

Funds were collected through the sales of Girl Scout Cookies.

Troop 215 has a longstanding tradition of donating their proceeds (and extra cookies) to local charities.

The Beverly Hills Education Foundation has been supporting all 5 local public schools for 40 years. To learn more about BHEF, please visit www.BHEF.org.

Marc Selwyn Fine Art Exhibits Powerful Photographs By L.A. Native Richard Misrach

By Laura Coleman One of the most poignant photography exhibitions currently on display is happening right here in Beverly Hills at Marc Selwyn Fine Art. On through the end of the month, third generation Angeleno Richard Misrach, who began pursuing photography while a UC Berkeley student in the 1960’s, has crafted a powerful exhibition about the current state of the nation.

“It’s political. It’s unusual.

It works on so many levels,” opined eponymous gallery owner Marc Selwyn, who recently sold the largest photograph now on display (“Playas de Tijuana #1, San Diego,

ON THE FENCE–Richard Misrach’s Playas de Tijuana #1, San Diego, California, 2013 (above) was recently acquired by LACMA.

California, 2013”) to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. “The show is meant to be a reflection of the times and how he feels about the times.”

Culled from photographs that Misrach has taken over the past 12 years in the Southwest

desert, some never before printed, the exhibition is a visually gorgeous exploration of how the nation became as divided as it is today.

By documenting haunting (see ‘SELWYN GALLERY’ page 15)

DID YOU SEE THIS ACCIDENT?–On March 9 at approximately 7:25 p.m., a hit-and-run accident took place at Livonia Ave. and Pickford Street in the Pico-Robertson area, severely injuring a female pedestrian walking across the street. The driver of the vehicle was traveling south on Livonia. The driver ran the stop sign while making a left turn onto Pickford Street, striking the pedestrian and throwing her 30 feet into the middle of the roadway. The driver then paused for at least 20 seconds before proceeding to maneuver the vehicle around the fallen pedestrian, nearly running her over.

Can you identify this newer model, gray SUV - high rear taillights and chrome, lower front grill accents? Vehicle pictured fled the scene by traveling east on Pickford, ran the red light while turning south on Robertson Boulevard, and immediately merging into the left lane. The vehicle may have sustained damage to the left front of the vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact Larry Ziff at 310-896-5482.

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t was Monk who winked about his music, “You’ve got to dig it to dig it, you dig?”

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emorable dinners followed at Neal Fraser’s Redbird, a former church with a cathedral ceiling, where they dined with longtime friends, food and wine author/commentator Anthony Dias Blue and wife Kathleen.

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Paula and Tom’s grandchildren: Sloane Escher, 9; Bailey Foster, 11; Tate Escher, 11; Elliott Foster, 9

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doardo’s kitchen was up to the task with it’s fine quality of items. Al dente pastas, fresh Dover sole and branzino, and not to be missed they insisted, are his desserts.

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he restaurant’s a gem,” Paula told Edoardo, and thanked him, as polite guests do, as well as acknowledging the dining room hostess Elisa Santini and barkeep Everado Santiago, a veteran from Day One, which was eleven years ago.

San Francisco’s Paula and Tom Escher celebrated her 70th birthday in Los Angeles. Our burgeoning downtown community impressed them mightily.

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hat would you like for your birthday?” her husband wondered.

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long weekend in Los Angeles,” was the reply.

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usband Tom Escher is the San Francisco owner of the Red and White Fleet, a familyowned, sightseeing and charter tour company operating in the San Francisco Bay area dating back to 1892.

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om is building the largest hybrid electric boat in the U.S. that will accomodate 600 passengers.

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om wanted to please his wife Paula for her 70th birthday.

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n heiress of the Beaulieu Vineyard, Paula Sullivan Escher is the beautiful and stylish great granddaughter of Beaulieu founder Georges de Latour, the Frenchborn chemist who, in 1900, discovered the microclimates in the Napa Valley for growing the best cabernet sauvignon grapes.

to illustrious distinction. She was not one to boast about power women, she just did her job superbly.

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e became best friends, and celebrated many Christmases together with her and the family which included Paula and her siblings. We have a fond memory of being with Paula during her debut in her teens at the annual San Francisco Cotillion. Where the jewelled dowagers with their lorgnettes admire the whitegowned beauties and their escorts wearing white ties and tails.

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aula and Tom are among San Francisco’s charming and successful couples.

Connoisseurs of the good life, they live in the City, Napa Valley and Monbrun, France.

Their devotion to food and wine remains unending.

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raveling on all continents, they pursued the best tables and “joints,” as they like to say.

The Marquis and Marquise de Pins on a train in France. The Marquise oversaw and operated Beaulieu Vineyard after losing her father. The wines won many awards

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lease, let’s get this straight … we are not food snobs,” says Tom. “We enjoy a Mexican vendor with a lovely taco, as much as the white tablecloth dining rooms.”

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aula’s curiosity about Los Angeles, she says, is the booming downtown community with its exciting chefs, artisan shops.

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hey motored South in their brand new Tesla and arrived at the Omni Hotel, which they found “very comfortable, and ideal for walking to wherever they anticipated visiting.”

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lthough their first dinner was arranged at e. baldi in Beverly Hills, having heard so much about Edoardo Baldi’s cooking, and consequently they looked forward to meeting him.

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sn’t good food always the simplest, without any froufrou.” adds Tom.

aula and Tom were impressed with the Jasper Johns’ exhibition at the Broad Museum, but found the Museum of Contemporary Art rather disappointing.

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iding the angel’s flight was a delight, and we visited the booming art galleries after our delicious lunches at the Grand Central Market, with some amazing works of art.

Fun strolling the busy streets observing the enthusiastic young crowds gossiping, shopping, wining and dining at cafes … a colorful world onto its own that we’ll return to.”

nother night, they enjoyed the culinary heritage of chef Tim Hollingsworth at Otium. And to celebrate Paula’s birthday a deux on their last night in Los Angeles, they chose Rossoblu for Steve Samson’s touted cuisine, inspired by his childhood memories of summers in Bologna and EmiliaRomagna. Handmade pastas and other culinary pleasures.

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oing home to San Francisco, they stopped at the surprising Kettleman City with its 40 supercharging stations for their Tesla.

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uch as we love living in San Francisco,” reflected Tom about their weekend holiday, “we really live in a village and find that Los Angeles is the Big Kahuna.”

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aula and Tom are People You Should Know.

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appy Birthday, dear Paula, and please come back soon.

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he following night, their tickets led to the Disney Concert Hall, where they admired Frank Gehry’s innovative architecture, for the Thelonius Monk concert with the Monkestra’s sophisticated orchestrations. Which included a cinematic musical experience, along with Dee Dee Bridgewater interpreting Monk’s timeless jazz conducted

by John Besley.

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atour changed the shape of wine-making in America and created his award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve, which came in first over French wines in a special tasting in Paris. Our French brothers were not amused.

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Alicia Vikander arrived for the Warner Bros. Pictures Tomb Raider premiere at TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX Walton Goggins with Nadia Conners

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Our House Grief Support Center Sets Annual Run For Hope OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center, will host its ninth annual Run for Hope 5K Festival, beginning with registration and check-in at 6:30 a.m., Sunday, April 29 at the West Los Angeles Civic Center & Bandshell, 1645 Corinth Ave. For 25 years, the nonprofit has helped thousands of grieving children, teens and adults. The Run for Hope is the only event of its kind in the nation—a day dedicated to celebrating and honoring the memory of loved ones who have died.

“We are proud to help unite the community,” said Michele Prince, executive director, OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center, “The Run for Hope is our largest event of the year with an expected 1,700 attendees who have pledged to raise more than $500,000 for essential grief support services.”

With registration, participants can personalize T-shirts with their loved ones’ photos, and on race day take part in three key events: the In-Memory Ceremony, the Kids Zone and festival at 8:30 a.m., and the 5K Run/Walk and Family Fun Run at 9 a.m.

At the In-Memory Wall, participants can add the name of their special person to those of others also being remembered.

Presenting sponsors are the Hollander Family and Karma Rescue, which will have some of its rescue dogs on hand.

To register and for information, visit http://www.ourhousegrief.org/runforhope/.

ABC’s The Good Doctor, Netflix’s Atypical To Be Honored At Autfest ABC’S The Good Doctor and Netflix’s Atypical will receive special honors at the second annual Autfest Film Festival, presented by The Autism Society, from 10 a.m., Saturday, April 28 to 10 p.m., Sunday, April 29 at the Writers Guild Theater, 135 South Doheny Dr., Beverly Hills.

“This festival is a wonderful platform to celebrate the roles that TV and films are now playing in autism awareness,” said Scott Badesch, president of Autism Society of America. “We are proud to honor this year’s outstanding film and television programs for their visionary portrayals of the complexity of autistic emotions, as we can see with our two spotlighted shows.”

Celebrating autism awareness “from spectrum to screen,” AutFest is the only film festival solely dedicated to an autistic audience and filmmakers. “The mission is to further advance the wellbeing of all with an autism diagnosis, as well as to educate the nation about autism and the important need to fully respect and value each person with autism,“ said Matthew Asner, The Autism Society VP of development.

Awards for Best Film, Best Director, Best Documentary, Best Actor, Best Actress as well as an Audience Award will be presented at the end of the festival.

To purchase festival passes or tickets, visit http://www.autfestasa.com/.

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Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Treats First Patient On The West Coast Using Gene Therapy Surgeons at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles’ (CHLA) The Vision Center completed a revolutionary gene replacement procedure Tuesday morning to restore vision in a patient with retinal degeneration, using the first gene therapy ever approved for a genetic condition in the U.S. The breakthrough one-time treatment replaces a defective gene called RPE65 located in the retina, the membrane at the back of the eye that detects light and color, with a healthy copy made from artificial DNA, the equivalent of human DNA. RPE65 is responsible for producing a protein that makes light receptors work in the eye.

“We are pleased to be able to offer this therapy that can truly impact a patient’s quality of life and, potentially, help them see their future through ‘new eyes,’” said Thomas C. Lee, M.D., director of The Vision Center and associate professor of ophthalmology at the USC Roski Eye Institute.

Of the seven hospitals nationwide approved to deliver this therapy to patients, CHLA is the only one with two full-time, dedicated pediatric retinal surgeons on site—Aaron Nagiel, M.D., Ph.D. and Lee. CHLA also is home to the Center for Personalized Medicine, where a laboratory certified by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) can do the necessary genetic testing for potential patients to determine if they have the defective RPE65 gene.

Although Nagiel and Lee specialize in treating children and adolescents, the first patient to undergo the gene replacement procedure at CHLA on

Dr. Aaron Nagiel performing surgery.

March 20 was an adult. The patient was unable to access the therapy at a facility closer to his home, so CHLA’s Vision Center offered its expertise.

“This inherited condition begins to manifest during childhood and adolescence,” said Nagiel, who also heads a predictive medicine research program at CHLA that is working toward the next breakthroughs in restoring functional sight.

“But since there has been no available treatment, there is a tremendous backlog of people who have been waiting many years, and we want to help respond to that urgent need.”

The patient, who has Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA), can see large objects in the right lighting conditions. But his vision continues to deteriorate,

and this procedure represents the last opportunity to stabilize his sight and prevent blindness.

This therapy helped restore vision in a clinical trial for people 4-44 with LCA caused by RPE65 mutations. Following treatment, participants reported recognizing faces, seeing stars and being able to read for the first time in years.

The therapy is administered through a surgical procedure and patients are discharged later that same day with an eye patch protecting the treated eye.

Approximately one week later, the patient returns to have the procedure performed on their second eye.

The vision-restoring RPE65 gene therapy, marketed as LUXTURNA™, was developed by Spark Therapeutics.

CHLA’s Surgeon Kasper Wang Elected To Pediatric Surgery Board Of American Board Of Surgery

SUPPORTING CANCER RESEARCH—The local City of Hope young professionals support group, 25 to 5, held its “Kick Off Mixe”r celebrating it’s three year anniversary at Citizen in Beverly Hills. Along with a raffle and silent auction, the event also honored City of Hope’s Dr. Jacob Berlin with an award for his research into the delivery of tumortargeting therapies by merging nanotechnology and medicine to produce nanomedicine for a universal brain tumor vaccine. With Dr. Berlin (left), are Lisa Sherman and his wife Maghana Bhatt-Berlin (right).

Kasper Wang, M.D, FACS, FAAP, associate chief of the Division of Pediatric Surgery at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles CHLA), has been elected to the Pediatric Surgery Board of the American Board of Surgery (PSB-ABS). He will serve as a representative of the American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Surgery, and his six-year term will begin July 1.

The PSB-ABS consists of members nominated by organizations representative of the pediatric surgery specialty and oversees and determines all requirements and processes related to board certification in pediatric surgery. As part of his duties, Wang will participate in two board meetings each year, as well as reviewing applicants in the Pediatric Surgery Certifying (oral) Exam, which is the final step in a surgeon

Dr. Kasper Wang

becoming board certified in pediatric surgery.

“I am humbled and honored to be recognized by my peers in the industry,” says Wang. “In this important role as a member of the PSB-ABS, I am committed to advancing the field of pediatric surgery, fostering the professional development of my fellow pediatric sur-

geons and improving quality care for our vulnerable pediatric patients.”

Wang is the associate chief of the Division of Pediatric Surgery and the associate director of CHLA’s Pediatric Surgery Fellowship Program. He also serves as an associate professor of Surgery and clinical scholar at USC’s Keck School of Medicine.

The American Board of Surgery (ABS) is an independent, nonprofit organization founded in 1937 to provide board certification to individuals who have met a defined standard of education, training and knowledge in the field of surgery. Board certification by the ABS is a voluntary process that demonstrates a surgeon's commitment to professionalism, lifelong learning and quality patient care.

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ARTS & E N T E RTA I N M E N T

BritWeek Teams With The Wallis To Kick Off Celebration With A Shakespeare Jubilee!

Choristers of The Choir of Canterbury Cathedral.

Canterbury Cathedral Choir To Perform One Night At All Saints’ The Choir of Canterbury Cathedral in England will kick off a U.S. tour with a 7:30 p.m. concert, Wednesday, April 4 at All Saints’ Episcopal Church, 504 N. Camden Dr., Beverly Hills.

The choir’s only California appearance will feature the cathedral’s choristers made up of boys 9 to 13 years old, as well as the gentlemen of the choir performing music by Robert Parsons, Thomas Tallis, William Byrd, Franz Biebl and more.

The choir has toured worldwide, sung for the British Royal Family and other dignitaries, appeared on numerous television and radio programs, and produced several successful albums.

The concert will be inside the main church of All Saints’, the Episcopal Church in Beverly Hills, founded in 1925. Both Canterbury Cathedral and All Saints’ are part of the Anglican Communion, a Christian communion of 85 million members.

Often called the “mother

church” of the Anglican Communion, thousands make the pilgrimage to the cathedral to witness its worship and hear its music.

The choristers live in the ancient Cathedral Choir House in the Precincts and attend St. Edmund’s School in Canterbury, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, 60 miles east of London.

Each chorister learns to play at least two instruments as well as specialized training for singing. Choir practice takes place every day, early in the morning before school and again before Evensong, and they perform music from an extensive repertoire: medieval to modern.

Tickets, ranging from $20$50, are available online at www.allsaintsbh.org/calendar/gala/ and include limited preferred seating options as well as discounts for seniors and students.

For more information, visit https://www.allsaintsbh.org.

This year’s opening BritWeek event will be A Shakespeare Jubilee!, BritWeek’s first co-presentation with The Wallis, at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 28 at the Bram Goldsmith Theatre, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills.

In 1768, the Stratford England town elders called on David Garrick, the greatest actor of his day, to organize a “jubilee” celebrating its most famous citizen, William Shakespeare. For one night only, some of London and Holly-wood’s actors revive the festivities with excerpts from some of Shakespeare’s greatest hits.

“Shakespeare is every actor’s first love,” says Shakespeare scholar Louis Fantasia, the show’s producer/director. “And this jubilee will show why, as we honor the Bard’s understanding of human nature.”

“As a part of our ongoing commitment to partner with local artists and L.A-based cultural organizations we are so pleased to welcome BritWeek to The Wallis family this season,” said Paul Crewes, The Wallis’ artistic director and Rachel Fine, managing director.

Ioan Gruffudd is one of A Shakespeare Jubilee!’s hosts and narrators.

The cast includes: Genevieve Allenbury, Xander Berkeley, Eric Braeden, Jane Carr, Suzan Crowley, Karen David, Joely Fisher, Mira Furlan, Michele Greene, Ioan Gruffudd, Harry Hamlin, Lexie Helgerson, Isabella Hofmann, Finola Hughes, Lisa Locicero, Brian Lohman (and Impro Theatre), Nigel Lythgoe, David Melville, Joe Spano, Joan Van Ark, Sabra Williams, Sherry Williams, Madeline Wu, Michael York, Luke Youngblood, Oscar Zhang and more to be announced.

A reception will immediately follow the performance on

Joe Spano

The Promenade Terrace.

Tickets, ranging from $45$125, are available at TheWallis.org, or by calling 310746-4000.

BritWeek is a nonprofit started in L.A. in 2007 by Nigel Lythgoe and the then Consul General Bob Peirce, to highlight the creative relationship between the United Kingdom and California.

BritWeek’s mission is to create awareness of the many ways Britain and the U.S. work closely together and further build this relationship to advance business, the arts, and philanthropy in both of these regions.

KCET’s Grand Hotel 9-Episode Marathon Set For Sunday KCET will air a special marathon of the Spanish period drama Grand Hotel, beginning at 11:30 a.m., Sunday, March 25. Eight episodes will be rebroadcast leading up to the season one finale episode, offering viewers a chance to bingewatch the series from the very beginning.

Dubbed the Spanish Down-

ton Abbey by critics, this series, set in 1905 draws viewers into a world of wealth, grandeur and shocking secrets. When the head chambermaid goes missing from the luxurious Grand Hotel, her brother arrives to learn the truth about her mysterious disappearance.

Featuring an all-star cast of Spanish actors including Yon

Gonzalez, Amaia Salamanca and Adriana Ozores, the story of a family-owned hotel is scene to love, blackmail, jealousies, crime, comedy, plots, counterplots involving the owners, customers, detectives and its residential employees.

For more information visit https://www.kcet.org/shows/gr and-hotel.

TALKING PET CARE—Veterinarian and TV personality Karen “Doc” Halligan discussed pet care and health tips at a recent Beverly Hills Women’s Club meeting. Topics included dangerous foods and how to choose the best pet food, pet CPR and first aid, how to talk to a vet, how to brush a pet’s teeth, how to do a weekly pet exam, home remedies and more. On Animal Planet, Halligan frequently appears on Dogs 101, Cats 101 and America’s Cutest Pets. She practices general medicine and surgery at Marina Veterinary Center in Westchester and is the chief veterinary officer for The Lucy Pet Foundation.

She currently has a regular “Ask The Doc” segment on KTLA. Enjoying the event were, from left, Mary Grace, Linda Schwartz with Shanghai, Halligan, BHWC President Elena Danielson and Sally Pai. Photo by Maxine Picard

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Disco Fans Can Stay Up All Night At Music Center’s ‘Sleepless’ For two nights, Sleepless: The Music Center After Hours (Sleepless), an immersive multi-sensory event, invites Angelenos to relive the days of disco and experience the genre’s evolution from the cultural explosion of the ‘70s to disco’s influence on current dance music and aesthetics.

A transformed Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N. Grand Ave., L.A., will feature a “disco wonderland” with larger-than-life art installations; screenings of full-length, disco-inspired films and access to the Pavilion’s private rooms, from 11:30 p.m., Friday, April 6 to 3 p.m., Saturday, April 7 and 11:30 p.m., Saturday, April 7 to 3 a.m., Sunday, April 8.

The event will include: • Roller skaters Indy Jamma Jones, Kim Manning and Estro Jen skating to a mix tape created by dublab’s Daniel T and played through the iconic Lasonic boombox (Friday night).

• Disco images from the ‘70s and rare glimpses of underground club culture with large-scale projections by Love Injection.

• Pop-up dance happenings by Invertigo Dance Theatre.

• A larger-than-life mirror-ball installation by artists Kyle McDonald and Jonas Jongejan.

• Live sets by LA-based bands Luxxury (Friday, April 6) and De Lux (Saturday night) at the Sleepless version of Studio 54; live music and DJs curated by dublab.

• A “Sleepless Underground Garage” curated by dublab.

• A disco fashion installation by Cameron Silver of Decades set to a cosmic disco soundtrack provided by dublab.

Tickets, $20 in advance, $30 at the door, go on sale Monday, March 26. To purchase, visit musiccenter.org/sleepless or call 213-972-0711.

Hearst Foundation Gifts UCLA Theater, Film, TV School The William Randolph Hearst Foundation has gifted $250,000 to the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television (TFT) to create the Hearst Theater Lab Initiative.

The grant will fund: • A Distinguished Playwright-inResidence program to launch this year that will allow for award-winning playwrights from around the world to be in residence at UCLA TFT. They will be able to develop and showcase new works, plus give master classes.

• The annual undergraduate and graduate student playwriting season,

thus strengthening opportunities for playwriting students • Grants for UCLA TFT’s award-winning theater faculty to develop and showcase new plays and works-inprogress.

“The magnitude and impact of the Hearst Theater Lab Initiative are breathtaking,” said Dean Teri Schwartz.

“Through this visionary gift, the foundation allows us to put into action our shared belief in the power of story, and specifically the power of playwriting and theater, to make a profound difference in the world,” she says.

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Protesters Rally Outside Stradella ‘Party House’ After Another Noisy Saturday Night

By Matt Lopez Another weekend brought about what was apparently another wild party at what is quickly becoming one of BelAir’s most notorious party houses.

The Courier has reported in recent weeks about the mansion at 779 Stradella Rd. in Bel Air, owned by Jeffrey Yohai, the former son-in-law of President Donald Trump’s ex-campaign manager Paul Manafort.

The property has become notorious in recent months for being rented out to host wild ragers lasting well into the wee hours of the morning. An AirBNB listing for the property included a line, which has since been removed, making it clear that the home was available for parties.

It appeared things were beginning to quiet down and, according to emails

obtained by the Courier, a settlement was even close to being signed off on between Yohai and nearby residents to restrict certain uses of the property.

Instead, the parties continued last weekend. On Saturday night, word began circulating among residents that cars were lining up along Stradella.

Residents report to the Courier that loud, profanity-laced rap music blared from the home well into the evening, at least until 7 p.m. Partygoers were reported by residents to be wandering the streets as late as 10 p.m.

“There’s nowhere I can go in my house and not listen to this. And it’s been going on since before 3.” wrote one resident in an email obtained by the Courier.

Just days later, on Monday, neighbors were granted a temporary restraining order by Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Craig Karlan, who barred the property from having any amplified sound with a noise level that exceeds 55 decibels between the hours of 4:30 p.m. until 9 a.m. the following day. Karlan’s order stipulates that the sound should not be Cars line the streets along Stradella as visitors packed in audible from within 200 feet of the home. for a party last Saturday night.

Yohai is also barred

from “using or renting the Stradella property in violation of any applicable codes... [or] in violation of any applicable zoning laws or regulations without any necessary licenses or permits.”

Guests of the Stradella home are banned from parking in “no-parking” areas while at, arriving to or departing from the home. Other orders from Karlan cover lit- Protesters from Unite Here 11, a union that represents ter or trash being left hotel workers, rallied outside of the 779 Stradella property in the area, which has this week. been a problem in the housing stock and loss of neighborhood past following parties. character caused by unregulated shortKarlan ordered Yohai and his assis- term rentals,” said Unite Here 11 tant, Allie Hathaway, to appear in court spokesman Charlie Carnow.

April 26.

“Late night drunken party-goers “This house is yet another glaring and traffic jammed hillside streets have example of short-term rentals facilitat- no place in a residential area.” said ing unlawful activities,” said Los Shawn Bayliss, executive director of the Angeles City Councilmember Paul Bel-Air Association. “Hotels and event Koretz, whose district includes the spaces are designed and staffed for this, neighborhood of Bel-Air. “From pro- not neighborhoods where people must moting illegal hotels which decimate go to work the next morning.” the local housing market, to creating A fall 2015 report by the Los new loopholes for the likes of Paul Angeles Alliance for a New Economy Manafort to exploit, short term rental revealed that Los Angeles lost 10,394 platforms are inextricable from shady units to Airbnb and other short-term financial dealings that harm communi- rental platforms. ties in my district.”

“Airbnb has transformed much Protesters hit Stradella needed housing stock into defacto Days after the latest party, a group hotels,” said Jose Aguilar, a cook at the of some 30 housing activists and union Doubletree Downtown LA and member workers known as Unite Here 11 were of UNITE HERE Local 11, the hospitality outside the property picketing the prop- workers union. “Just like any other hotel erty. that doesn’t care about the community, “Our union has been doing a series they shouldn’t be surprised when this of protests at short-term rentals across loss of our housing stock faces pickets Los Angeles in order to encourage our and protest.” elected officials to stop the loss of our

Henry O. Bollman Residence (1922) By Lloyd Wright on the Market

By Victoria Talbot Purchase a piece of architectural history with the Henry O. Bollman Residence, 1922,

by Frank Lloyd Wright (18901978).

Son of Frank Lloyd Wright (1867-1959), this was Lloyd Wright’s second commission, utilizing precast concrete blocks in the signature “knit-block” design. Drawing from the influences of his father, Olmsted and Olmsted, Rudolph Schindler, Irving Gill and Norman Bel Geddes, the Mayan-styled residence commenced a long and fruitful relationship with Bollman, who constructed a number of buildings for Lloyd Wright throughout the 1920s.

The home reflects extensive interior renovations to upgrade to a more mod-

ern and larger living space, but the historic integrity of the home remains intact, according to a historic report by Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. The home is located at 1530 North Ogden Drive in the Sunset Square Historic Preservation Overlay Zone in Hollywood.

With four bedrooms and two baths, it is being offered at $2,375,000 by Crosby Doe. It was previously on the market for $2,995,000.

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INSTALLATION (Continued from page 1)

to soothe them in the wake of the Florida school shootings; brought the BHUSD and the BHPD together to solve the problems of school safety; and whose weekly Walk with the Mayor brought a new level of visibility, connectivity and notoriety to the City. Bosse also helped protect the City’s Hillside Areas with her support for the Basement Ordinance and showed grace and civility by welcoming every individual who came to speak at City Council, letting people they know their voices were heard, and graciously thanking each person for coming.

There were two speakers that signed speaker cards to address the council Tuesday, and Mayor Gold’s first act was to limit them to three minutes each. One of the speakers was West Hollywood Councilmember Lindsey Horvath, bringing best wishes to the Mayor and thanking former Mayor Bosse for her service.

Gold kicked off his installation with music from Temple Emanuel Cantor Lizzie Weiss, a delightful alternative to speeches. Weiss also performed a beautiful duet of Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah with Senior Rabbi Jonathan Aaron.

The new mayor, as is customary, presented the City with the initiatives that will guide his year ahead.

Under his leadership, Mayor Gold will establish a “Blue Ribbon Strategic Committee,” charged with the task of evaluating different commercial areas of the City to make recommendations about a strategic vision for each segment, and for the City as a whole.

The initiative is to “build a common vision” in order to address competition from surrounding cities, from retailers such as the billion-dollar makeover at Westfield Century City, and in cities such as West Hollywood and Culver City that have “trendy restaurants, upscale hotels and modern, less expensive housing.”

Gold is going to ask each councilmember to appoint two members to the committee, and he said, he is “going to appoint several individuals who I feel, are uniquely qualified to serve, with the council’s approval.” Gold has also enlisted Vice Mayor Mirisch to serve on the committee, in the hopes

that the work that is begun during Gold’s tenure will be continued when Mirisch becomes mayor next year.

The committee, which has yet to be formally named, will make recommendations to the council about the future of development in the City’s commercial areas, and Gold hinted that might take on bigger proportions. “As wonderful as our commercial district is, as much as we love the look and feel of Beverly Hills, we must look to the future,” he said. “How can we improve what we have, being mindful of our heritage but being aware of our competition? We must find a way to compete where perhaps, we have not had to compete before.”

Gold acknowledged that outgoing Mayor Lili Bosse raised awareness with her BOLD initiative, bringing attention to the changing landscape of retail and the urgency to keep Beverly Hills, which derives 70 percent of its revenue from retail and hotel taxes, a vital retail environment. “We need to build on this enormous energy and media exposure to continue to build our brand,” he said. “We must continue the BOLD initiative with new strategies which build on the past year.”

Gold also wants to reinvigorate the Small Business Task Force and continue with the Next Gen Committee, which he feels brings young people and their vision to the table.

John Mirisch was installed as vice mayor by his mother, Wendy Goldberg, and his son, Vincent, and then took the opportunity to reminisce about Nate’n Al delicatessen, and to discuss AB 827, an ordinance that would take zoning and planning control away from local governments to provide housing density around transit corridors (within a half-mile of any place that a bus stops four times per hour). The measure would replace single-family homes with 10-story multi-family homes that would be exempt from local height limitations, densities, parking requirements, and design review standards. It was an unconventional swearing in, but Mirisch is unconventional.

The evening ended with a soiree in the lobby of the Academy Theatre, with delicious food provided by Giacomo Drago and desserts

by Urth Caffé.

The next meeting of the City Council will be April 10 at City Hall.

MORTORQ – The Beverly Hills High Robotics Team, MorTorq, won the Entrepreneurship Award for the first time ever at the FIRST Robotics Competition at the Pomona Fairplex from March 14 - 17, and was the only team to receive this award out of the 54 teams competing at the annual Los Angeles regional competition. The Entrepreneurship Award "celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit and recognizes a team which has developed a comprehensive business plan in order to define, manage and achieve the team’s objectives. This team displays entrepreneurial enthusiasm and the vital business skills to ensure a selfsustaining program." Pictured (from left): Elfego Cruz, Tiffany Chieu, Ariel Young, Jett Barber, Nick Colins, Sasha Kubichka, Ariella Simoni, Lion Li, Raul Ramirez, Michael Newman, Sam Stahl, Alex Faraj, Henry Grote, Ethan Bootehsaz, Gabe Goldstein, Silvia Diaz, Noah Danesh, Jack Schmidt, Eva Danesh, Alex McDermott, Maya Luong, Ali Hakim, Donya Noubaharestan, Evan Aizenman, Victoria Martinez, Maxbryan Cosmosse, and John Castle.

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Hundreds packed into the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences on Tuesday to witness Lili Bosse hand the baton of mayor over to Julian Gold, who begins his second term leading the City of Beverly Hills. John Mirisch was installed as vice mayor.

All photos by Victoria Talbot unless otherwise noted

Mayor Julian Gold (right) with his father Herbert Gold Vice Mayor John Mirisch, Vincent Mirisch and Wendy Goldberg

BHPD Chief Sandra Spagnoli, Assistant Chief Marc Coopwood, Lt. Elisabeth Albanese and members of the Beverly Hills police

Councilmember Les Friedman, former Mayor Allan Alexander and Friedman’s granddaughter Maya Shepps

Temple Emanuel Senior Rabbi Jonathan Aaron and City Treasurer Howard Fisher

Laurie Gray and Steve Gordon

Jon Bosse and Councilmember Lili Bosse

City Clerk Byron Pope and John Bendheim

Gabriel Frem, Salvatore Truglio, Councilmember Bob Wunderlich, Giacamino Drago, Mayor Julian Gold, Stephanie Clasquin and Calogero Drago Photo via City of BH

Steven Weinglass, David Aronberg, Sandra Aronberg, MD., and George Chavez

Exec. Director of the Beverly Hills Planning Commission Chair Lori Greene Chamber Todd Johnson and Kathy Gordon and Victoria Gordon Gohari, president Rodeo Drive Committee

Fire Chief Greg Barton

Former Mayors Les Bronte and Jimmy Delshad

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Kaleo Adams, including their signature tortilla soup, truffle eggs benedict and slow-roasted prime rib.

Served from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., $150/person. Call 310-887-2777.

L’Ermitage Beverly Hills: Avec Nous' prix fixe menu includes main course options including Seared Halibut, Herb Roasted Lamb Rack and Pappardelle Pasta, among others. $68/person and $58/child. Served from 1-10 p.m., call 310-860-8660.

Montage Beverly Hills: Georgie's Easter brunch buffet offers something for everyone, serving everything from honey-glazed ham, roasted prime rib and omelets to farmers' market inspired salads, dumplings, oysters, snow crab claws and desserts such as chocolate mousse cake and banana toffee verrine. Served from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., $128/person, $45/child.

Call 310-860-7970.

Sofitel LA at Beverly Hills: Esterel offers Chef Pete Manfredini's Easter brunch buffet with an eggs corner, salads, desserts and entrees like honey orange glazed ham at $65/person, $30/child. Call 310-358-3979.

Four Seasons Beverly Hills: Culina offers an Easter brunch buffet including a sushi and seafood station, Belgian waffles, made-to-order omelets and a carving station with roasted prime rib and a shoulder of lamb. Served from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at $135/adult, $65/child. Call 310-8604000.

Il Cielo: Three-course Easter

brunch served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. includes entree options such as homemade pappardelle with bolognese sauce, braised lamb shank in barolo and juniper berry sauce and more. $60 per person. Dinner options include truffle-infused red quinoa with oyster mushrooms and grilled Norwegian salmon, $70/person. Call 310-2769990.

Fogo de Chao: Offers special Brazlian-style Easter bruch and dinner meals from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Call 310289-7755.

Gratitude Beverly Hills: Gratitude offers a special “Spring Fling” cocktail on Easter that includes Mezcal Espadin, grapefruit juice, agave, blue spirulina and housemade ginger beer.

Call 424-389-1850.

Nerano: Prix fixe menu includes main course options such as Orecchiette al Ragu’ d’Agnello and Filetto di Orata. Call 310-405-0155.

Ocean Prime: Easter brunch à la carte menu includes French toast, crab and eggs, braised short rib surf and turf and more. Served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 310-859-4818.

Spago: Offering three-course Easter menu with several festive options, along with a Champagne cocktail and tincture bar. $145/adult, $65/child. Call 310-385-0880.

Hotel Bel-Air: Wolfgang Puck features brunch classics such as smoked salmon and signature eggs Benedict, followed by a buffet of seasonal desserts. Served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with an easter egg hunt for children at 1 p.m. $165/person, $65/child.

Call 310-909-1644.

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decaying furniture and graffiti laden structures, Misrach probes the impacts of environmental and socioeconomic decline simply by photographing what he finds in an unaltered state, often surrounded by a desolate landscape.

“Were there any signs of unhappiness in the American landscape?” he asked as a starting point in his examination as to why the country had become so divided. “It’s like two differ- Richard Misrach’s Plaster man, near Boulevard, California, 2009. ent worlds.”

Two of the photographs now on tacked to the wall with magnets that display previously appeared in his resemble push-pins, are a series of exhibition Border Cantos, which was ~18-by-24 inch prints that show clearmade in collaboration with the experi- ly the dystopian elements of the counmental composer Guillermo Galindao try; a green swastika is shown drawn as the two walked some 2,000 miles on a rock; “Eat The Rich” is written along the U.S. Mexico border. Misrach backwards on the side of an abandocumented the state of the environ- doned building; and from within a ment and the objects they encoun- vacant rudimentary dwelling where tered, such as migrants’ backpacks, the endless desert landscape can be bicycles, toys and shoes, while seen through the empty windows and Galindao created instruments from the walls, a red penned message begins, “I found objects. sure hope nobody kills my mother-inIn Misrach’s latest exhibition, gor- law...” before going on to provide the geous large scale photographs adorn address. It’s tongue in cheek, of the walls inside the grand room at course...isn’t it?

Marc Selwyn Fine Art, forcing the “It’s the ruins of American civilizaviewer to consider just what is being tion,” Misrach described. “In our age presented. “Plaster man, near of relentless posting on social media, it Boulevard, California, 2009,” is an 60- is remarkable that people choose by-80 inch limited edition print, abandoned homes and remote rock depicting a statue draped in a pink formations as canvases for political coat and a hat. Why is the figure there expression. These are the hieroglyphics alone amidst a barren landscape? How of our time.” did it get there? Who clothed it?

Fifty percent of the net proceeds But Misrach just captures the from this exhibition will be donated to scene, documenting the remnants of several organizations including No others’ actions within the desert.

More Deaths, the Colibri Center for In the Selwyn gallery’s side room - Human Rights, and Emily’s List.

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Library To Sponsor Evening With Olympian, IOC Committee Member Anita DeFrantz

Runners in last Sunday’s L.A. Marathon move through Beverly Hills. Pictured above is the group heading west on South Santa Monica Boulevard.

Photo by Scott Downie

Kenyan Man, Ethiopian Woman Win LA Marathon Weldon Kirui of Kenya was the men's winner in the 33rd Los Angeles Marathon, while Sule Utura Gedo of Ethiopia was the women's winner Sunday.

Kirui was the 2016 champion, and he completed the 26-mile, 385-yard “Stadium to the Sea” course in two hours, 11 minutes, 48 seconds, nine seconds ahead of fellow Kenyan Elisha Barno, the 2017 champion.

Gebresadik Adihana of Ethiopia was third

in 2:12.57.

Utura Gedo was the women's winner in 2:33:52, six seconds ahead of countrywoman Tsehay Desalegn.

Hellen Jepkurgat of Kenya, the 2017 women's winner, was third in 2:34:03.

The men's race has been won by a Kenyan every year since 1999, except for 2011 and 2014, when it was won by Ethiopians. A U.S. runner last won in 1994.

African women have won

seven of the last nine races, with runners from the former Soviet Union winning the other two times. A U.S. woman last won the race in 1994.

The race has a purse of $100,000, with equal prize money for men and women.

The winners will each receive $23,000, the runnersup $11,250 and third-place finishers get $9,000.

–– City News Service

By Victoria Talbot On March 29 at 7 p.m. the Beverly Hills Public Library will host Anita DeFrantz, the first African-American woman to serve on the International Olympic Committee (IOC); an Olympic Bronze medalist in women’s eight and captain of the U.S. women’s rowing team in the 1976 Montreal Olympic Games; and the author of My Olympic Life, a memoir of her unique experiences in sports, the IOC, and the international world of Olympic sports.

After winning the bronze medal in 1980, DeFrantz qualified for the Moscow Olympics. She was unable to participate because of the U.S. boycott of the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan led by President Jimmy Carter. Sixty-six countries did not participate in the 1980 Olympics, and DeFrantz was one of the athletes who led the fight against the boycott.

Years later, she and 461 other athletes were awarded a U.S. Congressional Medal of Honor instead.

DeFrantz was the first female vice president of the

IOC executive committee from 1997-2001. She stepped down but was re-elected onto the IOC Executive Board in 2013.

DeFrantz has served on the IOC since 1976, following her election to the Athletes Advisory Committee. She is the VP of the IOC Executive Board on the Legal Affairs Committee.

She also served on the L.A. 2028 committee as senior advisor for Legacy to bring the Olympic Games to Los Angeles.

DeFrantz’s event is set for 7 p.m. Thursday, March 29, when she will read from her book and discuss her memoir.

For more information visit www.beverlyhills.org/bhpl.

TO SEE AND BE SEEN

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THE GOLDEN KING–It’s hard to believe that until 1922, the world had all but forgotten about the existence of Tutankhamun, the ancient 18th dynasty Egyptian pharaoh who ruled from 1332–1323 BC; it wasn’t until British archaeologist Howard Carter discovered the now famed King Tut’s tomb in the Valley of the Kings in Egypt that modern day civilization was gifted the relics of his burial. Starting Saturday, the public will have the opportunity to see more than 150 stunning treasures from King Tut’s tomb - the largest assembly of treasures from King Tut’s tomb ever on display outside of Egypt - with the opening of the exhibit “KING TUT: Treasures of the Golden Pharaoh” at the California Science Center in Los Angeles. The exhibition, which runs from March 24 through Jan. 6, 2019, marks the first stop on a 10-city international tour. Presented by the Egyptian Ministry of Antiquities, IMG and the California Science Center, the new immersive exhibition explores the story told by these priceless burial objects which would have served the king in life and/or the afterlife. Pictured above (from left): Four horizontal and two vertical gold mummy bands inlaid with carnelian, lapis, and glass (Photo courtesy of Laboratoriorosso, Viterbo/Italy); Tomb discovery in the Valley of the Kings, Egypt, November 1922 (Photo by David Cole / Alamy Stock Photo); Wooden statue of King Tutankamun with gold leaf, gesso, black resin and bronze (Photo by Laura Coleman). For more information, visit: kingtutexhibition.com.

A GIRL’S BEST FRIEND–If you’re looking for the most sparkly gem in town, look to Christie’s L.A. in Beverly Hills. The exclusive auction house is hosting private viewings of highlights from its upcoming “Magnificent Jewels” sale, is set to take place in New York on April 17.

There are an impressive selection of diamonds and gemstones, along with significant signed period and modern jewels by Boucheron, Bulgari, Cartier, David Webb, JAR, Harry Winston, Tiffany & Co., and Van Cleef & Arpels. www.christies.com.

SAVE THE DATE–Mark your calendars for the upcoming 30th annual Garden Tour & Showcase Estate at Virginia Robinson Gardens on Saturday, May 19. Renowned interior and architectural designer Richard Shapiro (pictured above, left) will serve as Grand Marshal for this year’s extravagant garden party on the grounds of Beverly Hills’ first estate (pictured above, right), which was built in 1911 for Harry and Virginia Robinson. Ever the consummate hostess, Virginia’s elaborate parties were often chronicled in the society columns, with foreign dignitaries and Hollywood elite like Douglas Fairbanks, Lillian Disney, Fred Astaire and Charlie Chaplin frequent visitors to the grounds. Today, thanks to the Friends of Robinson Gardens, all you need is a ticket to enjoy a magical afternoon at this cultural landmark. The annual fundraiser will bring together over 800 people for a day of timeless beauty filled with music, laughter, sumptuous food, a fashion show featuring Ted Baker designs, breathtaking floral arrangements, an expansive outdoor boutique, and the chance to visit multiple enchanting local private gardens. In addition to a decadent catered gourmet luncheon on the great lawn at Virginia Robinson Gardens, attendees can explore the property’s extravagant Beaux-Arts mansion as reimagined by some of L.A.’s top interior designers including Christofle, Frette, Ralph Lauren Home, and more. The Friends are hosting this year’s ultimate garden party fundraiser in partnership with Sunset Magazine. Tickets start at $250. For information, visit: www.robinsongardens.org.

HELLO, GORGEOUS–The Paley Center for Media kicked off its 35th Annual PaleyFest last Friday night with a special PaleyFest Icon Tribute to Barbra Streisand. Throughout Streisand’s legendary six-decade career, she has been recognized with two Academy Awards, 10 Grammy Awards, nine Golden Globe Awards, five Emmy Awards, a Tony Award, four Peabody Awards, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Friday evening marked the first time that Streisand has been honored for her body of work in television. Joined on stage at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood in conversation with writer/director Ryan Murphy, Streisand reminisced on a lifetime of achievements while sharing intimate details of her life.

Photo by Brian To for the Paley Center

DANCE REVOLUTION– For two nights only next month on April 20 and 21, the Eli and Edythe Broad Stage will present Dance Theatre of Harlem.

Founded in 1969 by Arthur Mitchell (the first black principal dancer at the New York City Ballet) and Karel Shook, this prestigious company promises a thrilling and eclectic program of neo-classical and contemporary ballet that is both of the moment and timeless. Dance Theatre of Harlem was a revolutionary company when it was founded almost 50 years ago. The New York Times once printed: “With the creation of Dance Theatre of Harlem, black ballet dancers finally had a home, and a perception of what a classical ballerina could do and look like began to change. The dance company with deep roots in the Civil Rights era continues to empower young black dancers.” The program consists of Brahms Variations, choreographed by Robert Garland (2016), Dancing on the Front Porch of Heaven, choreographed by Ulysses Dove (1993) and Vessels, choreographed by Darrell Grand Moultrie (2014). Tickets are on sale at www.thebroadstage.org or by calling 310-434-3200. Patrons may also support The Broad Stage’s 10 Anniversary Season Celebration by upgrading their ticket for a Closing Night Dance Party with Honorary Chair Renae Williams Niles, for $100 a person. Once the curtain goes down on closing night, you’ll have the opportunity to let loose and dance the night away with the cast and creative team. Pictured: “Dancing on the Front Porch of Heaven.”

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Celebrating Women’s History Month, the plays, written, directed and produced by Latinas, explore the struggles and triumphs of Latinas through the decades.

Performances are 8 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays and 5 p.m., Sundays.

Tickets are $23 and available via email at tickets@casa0101.org, online at www.casa0101.org or by calling 323-263-7684.

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Swedish Tradition, the Waffles & Beer Festival will be from noon-8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, March 24-25 at Pershing Square, 532 S Olive St., downtown L.A. The weekend will feature beer from local breweries, savory and sweet waffles and live music.

Admission is $7 and tasting packages will be available.

For more information, visit www.wafflesandbeerfest.com.

• • • • • The Norton Simon Museum concludes its film series “Behind the Scenes,” documentaries examining the world of performance by women filmmakers, with One Day Pina Asked..., from 6-7 p.m., Friday, March 30 at the museum, 411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena.

Directed by Chantal Akerman, the film explores the work of choreographer Pina Bausch and her Wuppertal, Germany–based dance company, capturing the company’s dances and stagings over a fiveweek European tour.

All screenings are free with museum admission of $15.

For more information, call 62-449-6840 or visit www.nortonsimon.org.

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of local and SoCal events. curators who have created their own museum and changed the conventions of exhibit making, will be from 7:30-9 p.m., Wednesday, March 28 at the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA LA), 1717 E. Seventh St., L.A. Moderated by ICA LA curator Jamillah James, the program will include panelists Chris Vargas of The Museum of Transgender Hirstory and Art, Alice Konitz of the Los Angeles Museum of Art and Alex Kalman of Mmuseumm, among others.

The seminar is free. Visit https://www.theicala.org/en/ev ents/46-making-museums to register and for more information.

• • • • • Two hundred artists from 28 countries will take part in the Indian Wells Arts Festival, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., FridaySunday, March 30-April 1 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden Grass Concourse, Highway 111 and Fred Waring Drive.

Attendees will discover a collection of mediums — from painting, mixed media, sculpture and photography to ceramics, textiles and jewelry.

Several L.A.-based artists will take part including glassblower Bruce Freund, Jim Turner, who builds functional

art from discards, painter David Palmer, who created texture effects for Spider-Man 3 and Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, and jewelry maker Sharon Kaplan.

Food, entertainment and children’s activities are also part of the festivities.

Tickets are $13 (Children 12 and under free). Visit www.IndianWellsArtsFestival.com for more information.

• • • • • The fifth annual Great Gatsby Ball will be from 7-11 p.m., Saturday, April 7 at UCLA’s Ackerman Grand Ballroom, 308 Westwood Plaza - AU2400.

The event will include 1920s dance lessons from 7:30 p.m., followed by dancing to BHHS alumnus Dutch Newman & his Melodians with guest singer Mikal Sandoval.

The event is sponsored and produced by the Historical Ballroom Dance Club (HBDC) at UCLA (founded in 1997 by another BHHS alum James Zimmer). HBDC is completing its 21st year of free admission vintage dance workshops/costume balls with four special events featuring lessons with Cynthia Harper, a popular dance teacher at Roxbury Park.

To RSVP, email HistoricalDance@yahoo.com.

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Spago Sets 34th Annual Passover Seder Beverly Hills restaurant Spago will hold its 34th annual Passover Seder at 5:30 p.m., Saturday, March 31 at the restaurant, 176 N Cañon Dr. The event will once again benefit MAZON, The Jewish Response to Hunger, a national nonprofit working to end hunger among all faiths and backgrounds in the U.S. and Israel. The dinner raises funds to help L.A. families, says Seder host and Spago co-owner Barbara Lazaroff.

In addition to the service, led by Rabbi Arnie Rachlis and Cantor Ruti Braier, the West Los Angeles Children’s Choir will join the evening event to sing two specially prepared songs.

Each year Chef de Cuisine Tetsu Yahagi and Executive Pastry Chef Della Gossett prepare a menu of holiday specials. Each guest also receives Spago’s oven-baked matzah and macaroons packaged togo.

Wine Director Phillip Dunn will offer a variety of wine pairings indigenous to Israel.

“Guests of all ages are more than 40 percent nonJewish,” says Lazaroff, “many people Spago’s Passover Seder have experienced matso ball soup. their first Seder at Spago—where they get an introduction to Jewish cuisine. If you open your traditions and celebrations to all, no matter your religion, background or customs, it fosters tolerance, harmony and closer understanding among all people,” Lazaroff added.

Tickets are $195, $80 for children (12 and under) and available by calling 310-385-0880 or online at https://www.exploretock.com/spagobeverlyhills/.

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FATHER DAUGHTER DANCE – Greystone Mansion hosted a very special father daughter dance on March 10. Pictured are second graders from Beverly Vista and Horace Mann with their fathers; 16 of the 40 couples that attended the dinner and dance. Photo by Laura Gevorkyan

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with several members of the team to discuss strategy. All agreed, the most valuable resource, in addition to increasing their knowledge by meticulously studying 10 different books on Africa and quizzing each other, was spending time learning together with friends.

“It’s been an experience that’s raised all our intellectual threshold,” described BHHS junior Nellie Soames.

“I think the best part is getting to know everyone and go through it together.”

The students are set to compete with the top 60 schools across California, including nine other L.A. county high schools, while similar competitions take place in other states across the nation.

The BHHS students all have different strengths; for example, freshman Noah Pals can easily rattle off that there are 54 countries spread across 11.7 million square miles across Sub-Saharan Africa; while other students might not have collected such a statistic.

Just a few days before they head to Sacramento, the students are studying at the Beverly Hills Public Library,

where they are focusing on Ghana, the first African country to gain independence, which it did in 1957, under the leadership of Kwame Nkrumah.

“Each country has its own story,” said BHHS junior Katie Wu, who said she gets between three to six hours of sleep a night.

While they haven’t investigated the nuances of what happened in Rwanda to lead to the genocide in 1994 and are rather light on the history of Zimbabwe, they can tell you all about infectious diseases and why the Congo is in peril.

“We have a warped view of what Africa is like,” commented Nellie, who observed that Americans tend to think that the entire continent of Africa is impoverished.

Of particular interest to the students, they said, was learning about when Apartheid ended in 1994 in South African and Nelson Mandela took over; or even, they admit, their own shock that it was going on so recently.

“People hear that AcaDeca has a lot of work to it,” noted sophomore Emily Zhang, now in her second year on the team. “There’s a lot of team work in it, but you all do it with people who are like a family to you and you grow together as a team.”

In February, State Superintendent of Education Tom Torlakson sent a letter to all qualifying schools which stated that the program “honors exemplary students, teachers, classified employees, and schools for advancing excellence in education.”

Allen highlighted the school’s significant trend of academic improvement. In the past few years, he said that the school’s test scores have gone up by 35 percent in English Language Arts and doubled in terms of math.

Allen added that El Rodeo would also be going after a secondary award focusing on the school’s arts education.

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Featuring morning break-out sessions with notable doctors and speakers, the event culminates with a wonderful luncheon and keynote speaker presentation. Over the years, topics have included dermatology, beauty and again, breast cancer, children’s health, fitness, addiction, and many more. The event also features boutique with net proceeds to benefit programs, equipment and services at Providence Saint John’s Health Center.

The Irene Dunne Guild is celebrating its 31st year as a support group of the Saint John’s Health Center Foundation. Tickets are $125 per person. “Think Pink” co-chairs are Sandy Line and Loraine Sinskey.

For more information, email Esther.Espinoza@stjohns.org.

CHILDREN’S BURN FOUNDATION–At the “Giving New Hope” gala in The Beverly Hilton, above (from left): Council President Barbara Pratt; Event Co-Chair Robyn Zimmet; honoree Sandra Krause, who received the Giving New Hope Award; Event Co-Chair Ellie Salamat; and Board of Trustees’ Chair Kathy Toppino. Right photos (top): Doug and Carol Mancino; (bottom): Sandra and Larry Post.

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The Children’s Burn Foundation’s 23rd annual “Giving New Hope” gala at The Beverly Hilton honored philanthropist Sandra Krause, a founding councilmember, with an evening that was both emotional and uplifting as we viewed the video on the children from all over the world who are burned and then to see the care these youngsters are receiving with the smiles and laughter entering their faces as they are going through the healing process.

Another uplifting moment was the introduction of child burn survivor and the evening’s entertainment Kechi Okwuchi (an America’s Got Talent finalist)... All I can say is WOW. She is the face of the Children’s Burn Foundation. The only survivor of a plane crash when very young and to go through everything and to see and hear her today. She is the inspiration to all burn victims. Kechi inspired the crowd with her renditions of Conqueror and Don’t Worry About Me as she was accompanied on piano by the foundation’s talented Executive Director Sharon Townsend. Emcee Fritz Coleman kept the evening moving smoothly and led enthusiastic bidding during the live auction. A short video, narrated by boardmember Sam Elliott, moved everyone as it revealed the scope of the Foundation’s work.

Congrats to the benefit’s Co-Chairs Robyn Zimmet and Ellie Salamat, and their team for creating such a successful event. Kudos also go to Barbara Pratt, council president, and Kathy Toppino, board of trustees chair. The event was started more than two decades ago

by Doug and Carol Mancino. Thanks to their continued dedication, it was another spectacular gala.

The Children’s Burn Foundation sincerely resolves to “never say no” to a child burn survivor. The money raised by the generous patrons allows this life-changing organization to help young burn survivors on their paths to full recovery, with advanced medical treatments, emergency financial assistance, and psycho-social services.

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Honored for leadership in their professions and civic contributions that exemplify the qualities and ideals of ADL were: Deborah Feinerman, executive V.P. of Business Affairs & Legal for Paramount Pictures; Andrea Fiuczynski, executive V.P./chairman of Sotheby’s Americas; Jihee Kim Huh, vice chairman of PAFCO; and Nichol Whiteman, executive director of the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation.

A theme throughout the evening was “leadership,” with all the women praised for this quality that has allowed them to succeed in the workplace and mentor others. The Deborah Award is named for the prophetess Deborah, noted for her courage, wisdom and leadership.

Presenters included Rebecca Prentice. actress Susan Nimoy, Renata Simril and California State Treasurer John Chiang.

Sharon Nazarian, ADL’s senior V.P. of International Affairs, gave special remarks about ADL’s work worldwide and global trends of concern such as the rise of populism, nationalism and extremist groups.

She emphasized ADL’s commitment to religious minorities being persecuted throughout the world.

Throughout the evening emcee AJ Gibson provided both poignancy and humor.

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BEVERLY HILLS THE GORDON GIRLS – Planning Commission Chair Lori Greene Gordon with daughters Natalie and Victoria participated in this year’s LA Big 5K as part of a fundraiser for Junior League of Los Angeles, helping JLLA raise over $85,000 this year.

The inspiring womendriven organization advocates for female volunteerism and leadership in the community in addition to helping fund a variety of programs.

Arborist To Meet With Residents On Lot 13 Trees On April 11

By Victoria Talbot Residents will have another opportunity to discuss the trees on the City’s easement, Lot 13, with Master Arborist Nick Araya, owner of TreeCareLA. Araya is no stranger to Beverly Hills. Last April, Araya presented his findings on the health of the existing trees and recommendations for the future, on a lot that is heavily contaminated with arsenic.

The City has engaged Araya to serve as the expert on the project after residents objected to the use of West Coast Arborists and Urban Forest Manager Ken Pfalzgraf because of their involvement in the illegal removal of 196 trees on the north side of the parcels in November 2015 without necessary approval and oversight from the Department of Toxic Substance Control (DTSC).

The uproar that followed has undermined trust among residents, who have become very involved in protecting the remaining trees.

The trees serve as a shield

from traffic and noise on Santa Monica Boulevard to nearby residents and offer an aesthetic that was severely curtailed when trees on the north side of the lot were removed.

They have since been replaced with bushes by the property owner, Lyn Konheim of Beverly Hills Land Company.

Last April, Araya recommended the removal of some trees, either because they were unhealthy or they were endangering the health of nearby trees. He also explained that the existing eucalyptus trees limited the species of trees that could be planted to fill in vacant areas because of chemical changes in the soil.

The public is invited to participate in plans to replant the trees. The next community meeting will be held April 11 at 5:30 p.m. in the Municipal Gallery at City Hall.

Email comments to the Deputy Director of Public Works Erik Lee at elee@beverlyhills.org or call 310-2852488.

Canadian Human Rights Activist Raheel Raza Honored At Simon Wiesenthal Center

By Matt Lopez Canadian human rights activist Raheel Raza was among the recipients of the Simon Wiesenthal Center's Medal of Valor at its annual National Tribute Dinner Thursday evening at The Beverly Hilton.

Raza is president of Toronto-based Council for Muslims Facing Friday whose goals are "to reclaim Islam for, as the word itself means, securing peace for all people, and to oppose extremism, fanaticism and violence in the name of religion."

She founded the Forum For Learning, which seeks to educate youth about the dangers of radicalization and terrorism.

Raza is the author of Their Jihad -- Not My Jihad, and has made a documentary film

W h o s e Sharia Is It Anyway? on the debate in the Canadian province of Ontario over Sharia, the religious law forming Raheel Raza part of the Islamic tradition.

The Medal of Valor was also posthumously awarded to David Ben Gurion, Israel's first prime minister, who died in 1973.

CBS Chairman/CEO Les Moonves received the center's highest honor, the Humanitarian Award, for his commitment to the Simon Wiesenthal Center and its Museum of Tolerance.

The smaller rendering (inset) is a single 27,000 square foot house that Aquilini originally proposed in 2016. The larger rendering is currently under consideration, depicting the property split into two homes at 1184 and 1193 Loma Linda Drive, as the applicant sought to achieve a “by right” project under the Hillside Ordinance with export 1,500 cubic yards of soil or less. Note: The existing house outlined in yellow is approximately 4,700 square feet.

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lose their opportunity to save whatever hillsides are left forever.

Petition gatherers have 30 days from March 12 to get the signatures, which is April 10.

After April 10 time is up.

The City Council may either voluntarily repeal the Basement Ordinance or set it for an election if the requisite number of signatures are collected and validated by the Los Angeles County Registrar/Recorder. Then the Ordinance would not be effective until it received a majority of the vote.

The Council made a unanimous decision in favor of the Ordinance this month, voting 4-0 in support of it, with Mayor Lili Bosse recusing herself due to conflicts. After years of work and months of hearings in the Council and the Planning Commission to bring the Ordinance to fruition, some residents and City leaders have expressed their suspicion that one man is trying to block the Basement Ordinance through a referendum petition -Francesco Aquilini, the Canadian billionaire who visited City Council members Robert Wunderlich and then-Mayor Lili Bosse last December.

On Monday, March 19, Loma Linda Holdings, LTD, the entity that represents Aquilini

for the projects at 1193 and 1184 Loma Linda Drive, also sought a request for a peremptory writ of mandate for ex parte relief to prevent the Basement Ordinance from being applied to 1184 Loma Linda Drive. On the morning March 20, Judge James Chalfant denied that injunction request and set a trial date for Nov. 6.

"Loma Linda Holdings, Ltd, and attorneys for Aquilini consistently think American courts are there to give them special status," said Ronald Richards, a City resident and attorney for several residents who oppose the Loma Linda projects. "They had the legal chutzpah to ask a judge to issue a mandatory injunction compelling the City to give them their permit before the City finished its review and to exempt them from the basement ordinance. Wisely, the judge rejected such an overreaching and unprecedented request that would interfere with a City’s legislative agenda and would violate 100 years of California law against mandatory injunctions.”

Beverly Hills City Attorney Larry Wiener argued that Loma Linda Holdings, Ltd., the petitioner, is not entitled to ex parte relief, or a writ of mandate and injunctive relief because there is no immediate threat to their project.

“The Planning Commission and the City

Council worked very hard to come up with a fair Hillside/Basement ordinance and to accommodate 1184 Loma Linda Drive. Therefore, today's result was not surprising.”

In fact, he said, the City Council approved a motion exempting the project from the Basement Ordinance last week, should it be found that the project complies with lot line, bond and construction management plan requirements.

The Basement Ordinance will be effective April 6, and the City Council does not meet again until April 10, thus the project has been given a special status - granting them until April 10 to comply with these requirements, when City Council meets again and they can present the findings of the reviews.

That motion exempts the project, "retrospectively from the Basement Ordinance should the 1184 project comply with the lot-line, bond and construction management plan requirements, which are currently under review by the City."

Residents report that petitioners have been going doorto-door, collecting signatures on this petition.

In a letter to the Courier, Aquilini’s attorney James Kay stated, “Our clients… are acting ethically and legally.”

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Longtime Italian Restaurant Il Forno Caldo Closes Its Doors

GET INVOLVED –– Yesterday afternoon, just two days after being sworn in, Mayor Julian Gold joined other local politicians to help inspire students to get involved in their community. Together with Vice Mayor John Mirisch and Human Relations Commissioner Ori Blumenfeld, the men spoke with students from the Hebrew Reali School in Haifa inside Beverly Hills City Hall council chambers about the City’s commitment to the State of Israel and the importance of local politics. Former Macabbi Tel Aviv basketball player David Blu was a special guest for the event, which Blumenfeld helped to organize for the third year in a row.

FLAVORED TOBACCO

By Matt Lopez One of Beverly Hills’ longest tenured Italian restaurants, Il Forno Caldo, abruptly closed its doors last week.

Known for its fresh-baked bread, excellent service, delicious food and generous portions, local patrons told the Courier they would miss the Beverly Hills restaurant.

The closure of the eatery, located at 9705 S. Santa Monica Blvd., was first reported by food blogger Toddrickallen.

Il Forno Caldo featured a robust menu of Italian favorites such as pizzas, pastas, chopped salads and much

more. Eater LA called it a “seriously upgraded Macaroni Grill for the Golden Triangle Crowd.”

No reason has been given for the closure, although it wouldn’t be far-fetched to assume that rising rents in the area could be to blame. Other businesses along Little Santa Monica, such as Kramer’s Pipe & Tobacco Shop, have recently had to shutter after losing the battle against rent increases.

According to Eater LA, restaurant owners Sorin Costache and Joseph Suceveanu are partners in Sausal, a Mexican restaurant in El Segundo.

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accomplishment, emphasized Health and Safety Commission Chair Myra Demeter, and it’s one her commission is looking to take even further by working to outlaw the sale of flavored tobacco products throughout the City.

“The fact is that they are starter products,” said Demeter, who previously served on the Board of Education from 20012009. “More young people report having started with flavored tobacco products than anything else. We want to prevent them from starting this habit that becomes habit forming.”

Already the City’s two newly passed anti-smoking ordinances make it one of the nation’s most restrictive towns to smoke in, with a litany of restrictions on the use of tobacco products, including marijuana, e-cigarettes and cigars.

In concert with input given

by Beverly Hills High School students about the reality of smoking in schools over the course of two meetings, the Health and Safety Commission helped craft a draft ordinance that proposes to ban the sale of all flavored tobacco products in Beverly Hills. The upcoming ordinance, which both Gold and Demeter said they expected to go before City Council in the next month or two, would modify the City’s Tobacco and Electronic Cigarette Retailer Regulations in an effort to prohibit the sale or distribution of flavored tobacco products.

“This ordinance really is aimed at protecting the youngest population of smokers or the youngest population so they don’t become a smoker,” Gold said. “Flavored tobacco only serves the purpose to disguise tobacco.”

“Flavored tobacco is a way to get kids hooked on smoking and hooked on tobacco at a very young age,” echoed City Councilwoman Lili Bosse, whose tenure as mayor was marked by her Healthy City initiative. “I truly feel that we as a

BHHS students Penelope LaPaglia, Bridgette Fussman, Leo Padilla, Jason Mirharooni and Tess Ebrami-Homayun at City Hall.

City need to lead and really be aware of what is sold to kids ata young age.”

At the Health and Safety Commission meeting on Feb. 26, several Beverly Hills High School students, all of whom are part of the school’s impressive Medical Science Academy, emphasized that smoking on campus is a very real problem.

Indeed, the week following the commission meeting, BHHS Principal Mark Mead spoke with teachers and staff on that very issue during the weekly meeting.

“Any use is a concern and we’d like to address it,” Mead said. “It seems like every single high school is looking to grapple with this phenomenon.”

Whereas in the past, administrators could actually smell smoke on students’ hands, today’s tobacco products can be completely scentless.

“That’s a challenge that administrators are facing now,” he added. “You really have to be vigilant. The only way to discover [smoking] on campus is to catch them in the act.”

Outside of school, Mead emphasized that many of the parents have no idea what they’re looking for. For example, that thumb drive attached to your child’s laptop may well turn out to be a JUULpod, a vaporizing apparatus.

BHHS student Penelope LaPaglia, like many other students, estimated that perhaps half the student body has tried vaping.

“This generation of teenagers was on track to avoid the cycle of nicotine addic-

tion,” she said. “Enter the electronic cigarette. E-cigarettes are the new face of nicotine delivery and addiction. E-cigarettes make teenagers think that vaping is cool and safe. They should be banned now and give us teens the chance to become a smoke-free generation.”

While the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has still yet to regulate e-cigarettes and its components, LaPaglia emphasized that students who were educated as to just what chemicals were found inside these new smoking tools were increasingly concerned about the potential health issues related to vaping.

“We want parents to understand what the situation looks like,” said Demeter, who added the she expected there would be a PTA-led workshop in the future to help educate the community. “When the parents don’t know what to look for, they’re not acting on it.”

BHHS student Leonardo Padilla emphasized that he was particularly concerned about the list of “never-ending sideeffects” on the body.

“The world is learning that through the presence of nicotine and other chemicals, vaping is not just an easy substitute for smoking,“ he said.

According to a report from the American Lung Association, more than 100 California communities have adopted policies to regulate the sale of tobacco in the retail environment. Eleven California communities have included flavored tobacco restrictions.

IS THIS YOUR PHOTO? – A Beverly Hills resident found 13 (8x10) old wedding photos in the alley between Robertson and the 200 south block of Clark Drive. If the couple in the photo above looks familiar, or if you think these belong to you, email lcoleman@bhcourier.com.

BHHS SECURITY (Continued from page 1)

Beverly Hills Police Chief Sandra Spagnoli continues to emphasize the importance of the three-pronged approach to ensure on-campus safety. The three prongs of school, police and parents are designed to support students while recognizing that students likewise must be empowered to speak up, particularly because the vast majority of school shootings have been committed by current or former students.

“Under new security protocol, all but four gates at the high school are now to remain locked and used solely by authorized personnel,” Mead wrote, underscoring that the measures are being taken to ensure a secured perimeter.

Three of those unlocked gates, two located at the main entrance to BHHS at Moreno and Durant (Gates 1 & 2), and one located at entrance to the Swim Gym on Moreno (Gate 7), will now serve as the only access points to the high school during school hours with school security guards posted at the gates from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. when school is in session.

The fourth unlocked gate, which will remain locked while school is in session, is located

at the Swim Gym parking lot entrance on Moreno and will be accessible to community members for use of the school’s fields and facilities before and after school hours, as per the terms of the Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) with the City of Beverly Hills.

“The district continues to work with the City on ensuring proper oversight of the BHHS campus during the hours outside of the school day when it is in use by the community under the terms of the JPA,” Mead wrote.

In addition to a bevy of protocols that students, staff and visitors must adhere to starting Monday, such as clearly hanging BHHS parking permits from the vehicle’s rearview mirror, student drop-off and pick-up will now occur outside the campus fence and gates.

“We ask that families use extra caution and follow BHPD traffic officer direction along Moreno, Durant, Lasky and other surrounding streets for safe curbside drop-off and pick-up of our students,” Mead wrote. “We will continue to share information and updates with all of our students, staff and families regarding these changes. New signs will also be posted throughout the high school campus to offer direction and assistance.”

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PUBLIC NOTICES PROJECT 18-27 CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 345 FOOTHILL ROAD BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA 90210 REQUEST FOR PREQUALIFICATION OF BIDDERS AND PREQUALIFICATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MULTIPLE PROJECTS: GREYSTONE MANSION RESTORATION PROJECTS Notice is hereby given that the City of Beverly Hills (“CITY”) has determined that all bidders for various restoration projects at Greystone Mansion (“Project”) must be pre-qualified prior to submitting a bid on that Project. This prequalification is valid for two years and for more than one project. It is mandatory that all Contractors who intend to submit a bid, fully complete the prequalification questionnaire, provide all materials requested herein, and be approved by the CITY to be on the final qualified Bidders list.

No bid will be accepted from a Contractor that has failed to comply with these requirements. If two or more business entities submit a bid as part of a Joint Venture, or expect to submit a bid as part of a Joint Venture, each entity within the Joint Venture must be separately qualified to bid. The last date to submit a fully completed questionnaire is 2:00 PM Tuesday, March 27, 2018. Contractors are encouraged to submit prequalification packages as soon as possible, so that they may be notified of omissions of information to be remedied or of their prequalification status in advance of the prequalification deadline for this Project.

Answers to questions contained in the attached questionnaire (posted on the City’s Website [Beverlyhills.org -> Business -> Bid Listings -> Prequalification Package for Greystone Mansion Restoration Projects]) are required. The CITY will use these documents as the basis of rating Contractors with respect to whether each Contractor is qualified to bid on the Project, and reserves the right to check other sources available. The CITY’s decision will be based on objective evaluation criteria.

The CITY reserves the right to adjust, increase, limit, suspend or rescind the prequalification rating based on subsequently learned information. Contractors whose rating changes sufficiently to disqualify them will be notified, and given an opportunity for a hearing consistent with the hearing procedures described below for appealing a prequalification rating.

While it is the intent of the prequalification questionnaire and documents required therewith to assist the CITY in determining bidder responsibility prior to bid and to aid the CITY in selecting the lowest responsible bidder, neither the fact of prequalification, nor any prequalification rating, will preclude the CITY from a post-bid consideration and determination of whether a bidder has the quality, fitness, capacity and experience to satisfactorily perform the proposed work, and has demonstrated the requisite trustworthiness.

The prequalification packages should be submitted under seal to the Office of the City Clerk, City of Beverly Hills, 455 North Rexford Drive, Room 290, Beverly Hills, CA 90210. The following should be clearly marked on the outside of the package “CONFIDENTIAL PREQUALIFICATION STATEMENT FOR THE GREYSTONE MANSION RESTORATION PROJECTS” For any Questions regarding the questionnaire and the qualification package

contact, Mandana Motahari (email:mmotahari@beverlyhills.org).

The prequalification packages submitted

by Contractors are not public records and are not open to public inspection. All information provided will be kept confidential to the extent permitted by law. However, the contents may be disclosed to third parties for purpose of verification, or investigation of substantial allegations, or in an appeal hearing.

State law requires that the names of contractors applying for prequalification status shall be public records subject to disclosure, and the first page of the questionnaire will be used for that purpose.

Each questionnaire must be signed under penalty of perjury in the manner designated at the end of the form, by an individual who has the legal authority to bind the Contractor on whose behalf that person is signing. If any information provided by a Contractor becomes inaccurate, the Contractor must immediately notify the CITY and provide updated accurate information in writing, under penalty of perjury.

The CITY reserves the right to waive minor irregularities and omissions in the information contained in the prequalification application submitted, and to make all final determinations. The CITY may also determine at any time that the prequalification process will be suspended for the Project and the Project will be bid without prequalification.

Contractors may submit prequalification packages during regular working hours on any day that the offices of the CITY are open. Contractors who submit a complete prequalification package will be notified of their qualification status no later than ten business days after submission of the information.

The CITY may refuse to grant prequalification where the requested information and materials are not provided by the due date indicated above. There is no appeal from a refusal for an incomplete or late application, but re-application for a later project is permitted. Neither the closing time for submitting prequalification packages for this Project will be changed in order to accommodate supplementation of incomplete submissions, or late submissions, unless requested by the CITY in its sole discretion.

In addition to a contractor’s failure to be pre-qualified pursuant to the scoring system set forth in the prequalification package, a contractor may be found not prequalified for either omission of or falsification of, any requested information.

Where a timely and completed application results in a rating below that necessary to pre-qualify, an appeal can be made by the unsuccessful Contractor. An appeal is begun by the Contractor delivering notice to the CITY of its appeal of the decision with respect to its prequalification rating, no later than two business days following notification that it is not pre-qualified. The notice of appeal shall include an address where the Contractor wishes to receive notice of the appeal hearing. Without a timely appeal, the Contractor waives any and all rights to challenge the decision of the CITY, whether by administrative process, judicial process or any other legal process or proceeding.

If the Contractor gives the required notice of appeal, a hearing shall be conducted no earlier than five business days after the CITY’s receipt of the notice of appeal and not later than five business days prior to the date of the Notice Inviting Bids for this Project. Prior to the hearing, the Contractor shall, in writing, be advised of the basis for the City’s pre-qualification determination.

The hearing shall be conducted by a panel consisting of three members of the Public Works Department senior management staff (the “Appeals Panel”). The Appeals Panel shall consider any evidence presented by the Contractor, whether or not the evidence is presented in compliance with formal rules of evidence. The Contractor will be given the opportunity to present evidence, information and arguments as to why the Contractor believes it should be pre-qualified. Within one day after the conclusion of the hearing, the Appeals Panel will render a written determination as to whether the Contractor is pre-qualified. It is the intention of the CITY that the date for the submission and opening of bids will not be delayed or postponed to allow for completion of an appeal process.

SUMMONS (CIVIL ACTION) CA No: ST-17-CV-410 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: HENRY FONG, individual YOU ARE SUMMONED BY PLANTIFF: RC ST. THOMAS, LLC To:

Henry Fong, Defendant 9152 Alden Dr. #8, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 622 N.Flagler Beach Dr, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

ACTION FOR DEBT AND FORECLOSURE OF REAL PROPERTY MORTGAGE Within the time limited by law (see note below) you are hereby required to appear before this Court and answer to a claim filed against you in this action. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment by default will be taken against you as demanded in the Complaint for ACTION FOR DEBT AND FORECLOSURE OF REAL PROPERTY MORTGAGE. Richard P. Farrelly, Esq. Birch, de Jongh & Hindels, PLLC Poinsettia House at Bluebeard’s Castle 1330 Estate Taarnebjerg, St. Thomas, USVI 00802 Tel: (340)774-1100 Fax: (340)774-7300

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2018062859 The following is/are doing business as: 1) Fur My Pet 2) Adore La Vie 3) The Baby Atelier 1754 S. Ogden Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90019; Julie Sterk 1754 S. Ogden Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90019; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed January 2018: Julie Sterk, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 14, 2018; Published: March 23, 30, April 06, 13, 2018 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2018063759 The following is/are doing business as: MINDFUL MOTION FITNESS AND THERAPY 3300 Overland Ave. #205, Los Angeles, CA 90034; Victor Wilson 2180 S. Beverly Glen Blvd. #238, Los Angeles, CA 90025; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Victor Wilson, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 14, 2018; Published: March 23, 30, April 06, 13, 2018 LACC N/C

NOTICE— Fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, et seq., Business and Professions Code).

SUDOKU

NOTE: The defendant, if served personally, is required to file his/her answer or other defense with the Clerk of this Court, and to serve a copy thereof upon the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days after service of this summons, excluding the date of service. If served by publication or by personal service outside of the jurisdiction, the defendant is required to file his/her answer or other defense with the Clerk of this Court, and to serve a copy thereof upon the attorney for the plaintiff within thirty (30) days after the completion of the period of publication or personal service outside of the jurisdiction.

If you fail to respond, judgement will be entered against you for the relief demandedin the complaint. You also must file your answer or motion with the court.

October 24, 2017 Estrella Georgez, Clerk Of Court Jeanette M. Smith, Deputy Clerk Beverly Hills Courier • Published 03/16/18, 03/23/18, 03/30/18, 04/06/18 DATE: By:

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2018050531 The following is/are doing business as: DETTA VIGIL GALLERY 525 N. Flores St. #1, West Hollywood, CA 90048; Bernadeta Vigil 525 N. Flores St. #1, West Hollywood, CA 90048; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed: Bernadeta Vigil, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 01, 2018; Published: March 09, 16, 23, 30, 2018 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2018050532 The following is/are doing business as: JACK LENNY ASSOCIATES 9454 Wilshire Blvd. #600, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; James P. Lenny A/K/A Jim Lenny 9454 Wilshire Blvd. #600, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Ethel Kong A/K/A/ Kim Lang 100 West 57th St. #31, New York, NY 10019; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed May 1978: James P. Lenny A/K/A Jim Lenny, General Partner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 01, 2018; Published: March 09, 16, 23, 30, 2018 LACC N/C ––––––

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us at

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$1,250,000 TO $2,390,000

ONE CENTURY

$3,400,000 TO $10,099,000

CENTURY WOODS

$1,369,000 TO $2,799,000

BEL AIR CREST $1,788,000 TO $9,500,000

Some Complexes include Heated Pools, Sundeck, Tennis, Doorman, Houseman, Staff Engineers, Switchboard, Security Staff, Switchboard, Saunas, Business Center, PlayLand, Restaurant, Acres of Flower Gardens and Grassy Lawns.

A PA R T M E N T / C O N D O R E N TA L S

BEVERLY HILLS

300 HOUSES FOR SALE

447 SOUTH ALMONT DRIVE BEVERLY HILLS HOUSE FOR SALE

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BEVERLY HILLS

244 & 246 S. REEVES DRIVE KELEMEN GORGEOUS BEVERLY HILLS DUPLEX FOR LEASE

REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900

S. BEVERLY GLEN

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OPEN SUNDAY 2-5

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NOW AVAILABLE GATED 5 STAR LUXURY PROPERTIES

EXQUISITE, ELEGANT, SOPHISTICATED AND CUSTOM MADE IN EVERY DESIGER DETAIL THIS TWO STORY HOME HAS 6 BEDROOMS PLUS A FINSIHED BRIGHT BASEMENT AKA MOTHER IN LAW QUARTERS, FAMILY ROOM, LIBRARY, CENTRAL VACUUM, RICH HARDWOOD FLOORS, GORGEOUS GRANITE KITCHEN AND BATHS AND A ROCK FORMATION POOL. BEVELED GLASS ENTRY AND PARKING FOR THREE CARS. VIKING SIX BURNER STOVE AND DACOR DOUBLE OVEN. THIS IS A FAMILY AND ENTERTAINERS $5,300,000 HOME WITH THAT "WOW FACTOR.

SANDRA LEWIS

OPEN SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 1-4PM UPPER AND LOWER AVAILABLE EXQUISITE AND SOPHISTICATED THREE BEDROOM DUPLEX WITH OLD WORLD CHARM. CENTER HALL PLAN WITH CENTRAL AIR, WASHER AND DRYER, BRIGHT HUGE ROOMS, RICH HARDWOOD FLOORS, FABULOUS KITCHENS WITH FORMAL BREAKFAST ROOM AND HUGE FORMAL DINING ROOM HIGH CEILINGS WITH HAND CARVED MOLDINGS, PRIVATE GARAGES, BACKYARD AND PRIVATE DECK. SOUTH OF WILSHIRE WITH A SHORT DISTANCE TO THE SHOPS OF BEVERLY DRIVE AND RODEO DRIVE. LOWER $5,450/MO. UPPER $5,650/MO. SANDRA LEWIS

AGT. 310-770-4111

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SANTA MONICA n It! Ow

Century Park East Full Service, 6 Lane Pool!

Tennis, Valet, Fitness Center

$4,500 12th Fl. 2+2+Den

PRIME LOCATION 3 BDRMS, 3 BA. LOWER FRONT APT 8 BLOCKS TO THE BEACH $4,495/MO.

PANORAMIC VIEW NOT YET ON MARKET

PERFECT FOR REHAB OR BUILD NEW GATED 1 STORY CONTEMPORARY 4 BDRM + 3.5 BATH Approx 35,000 SF LOT + Pool • Asking $3.59M QUALIFIED PRINCIPAL ONLY Call Irene 310 993 6141

BEVERLY HILLS TOWNHOUSE Totally Redone 2 Bdrm.+23/4 Bath

*BEL AIR *WESTWOOD *CENTURY CITY

• L IGHT & B RIGHT • 2 MASTER SUITES Pool, central air, Newly remodeled kitchen locked intercom entry, New laminate floors parking, elevator. and paint. Amenities $2,975/Month includes: pool, jacuzzi, sauna and gym. Side- COMPASS GOLD PROP. Marty: 310/293-2205 by-side parking. $3,300/MO. Call 310/927-9226

1 BEDROOM /1 BATH $3,400/MONTH

High Floor Unobstructed City View Jumbo Balcony Totally Renovated Island Kitchen Hardwood Floors Loft Style Lease Purchase Available

With Breathtaking Views

Ultimate luxury with full amenities and great neighborhood. 1554 sf.

Gourmet kitchen with top of the Formal dining rm., new line appliances, marble/hardwood hrwd. flrs. throughout, flooring, 2 balconies, rooftop and central air, fireplace, ground floor pools, well equipped patio, balcony, private gym and much more... garage. $6,500/Mo. $5,800/MO. Lease Term Negotiable

By Appointment only 310/384-2676 Close to Beverly/Rodeo Call 310/653-2551 Shopping & Dining

ADJACENT

LUXURIOUS

1 BEDROOM $1,895

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH $3,200/MO.

2 BEDROOMS $2,495 - $2,695

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ.

Totally remodeled with Large Remodeled modern fixtures and new Units With Lots of Light granite counters through- In Newer Luxury Building out all amenities in kitchen and includes all Granite counter tops, custom appliances. Large closets, CENTURY PARK EAST balconies, Berber carpet/ cabinets, ample closet space, $3,100/mo to $4,250/mo harwood foors and verticle stove, dishwasher, fridge, A/C, blinds. Fireplace, wet bar, balcony, secured entry, gated washer/ dryer included in parking, gym, laundry, etc...

PARK PLACE $4,500/mo to 6,100/mo. laundry area. Secured building with garden courtyard. Choice location CENTURY TOWERS Near Beverly Center, $6,500 to $7,000/month Cedars- Sinai, Restaurants, Trader Joes, Etc. No Pets.

CENTURY HILL Shown By Appointment.

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BEVERLY HILLS

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Bright Southwest Exposure. Every room has French Doors to NEAR WILSHIRE Small Covered Balcony.

2 BDRM, 2 BATH Top Floor with High *** CONDO *** Ceilings. Beverly Hills FOR RENT School District.

Huge balcony, granite $4,500/Month LaPeerApt@aol.com counters, brand new

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438 FURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

F URNISHED & U NFURNISHED

237 N. Almont Dr. Large Deluxe 1 Bd.+Den+2 Ba.

UNIT #305

Call 310/666-8360 Panoramic City-Ocean Views! * * * * * * * * * * * * BH & Hollywood Sign Too! Corner unit w/ 2-balconies.

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ Pretty Remodeled kitchen+ baths, hardwood flrs., 1,412sf. 8568 BURTON WAY Luxurious 2 Bedroom $6,800/mo. to $7,500/mo.

8544 BURTON WAY $3,900 18th Fl. 2+2 2 Bath Condo 1800sf.

Amazing Ocean+City Views Completely remodeled Call 310/273-6770 LE PARC from every room. Remodeled w/new hardwood flrs., or 213/444-8865 $7,995/mo to $8,900/mo. or 310/734-7263 kitchen+baths. Hardwood stainless steel appliances, flrs., large balcony, stainless washer & dryer in unit.

ONE CENTURY 440 appliances, breakfast bar.

Pool, jacuzzi, lots of $22,000/mo. to $25,000/mo.

UNFURNISHED • BEVERLY HILLS • APT’S/CONDO’S • DIANA COOK • storage. 2 car parking.

2 Bd.+1 Ba. • $3,150 468 N. Camden Dr., B.H., 90210 (EV plug-in for electric car) CENTURY WOODS X-LARGE ELEGANT APT. $9,000/mo.

310-203-833 3 Close to Trader Joes, •PLAZA TOWERS• • Newly Updated • Cedars Sinai, Beverly 838 N. DOHENY DRIVE 10000 SANTA MONICA W/ granite kitchen & bath, Center and The Grove A Modern Living Space $10,000/mo. to $59,000/mo. porcelain tile & hrwd. flrs., BEVERLY HILLS APT $3,995/MO. washer/dryer hook-ups, 3 Bdrm. + 3 Bath Call 818/613-8857 walk-in closet, hi-ceilings.

BEL AIR CREST • Available in May • or 818/613-8813 $9,000/mo. to $125,000/mo. Shared backyard. No pets.

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BEL AIR

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8560 W. Olympic Bl.

Call 310/729-7246 ————— BEVERLY HILLS Next to Roxbury Park & Century City

LARGE SINGLE Great views with hardwood floors, A/C, separate kitchen, fridge, stove, lots of closets, secured parking and laundry facility. No-pets $1,675MO

Call 310/713-1664

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• JUST RENTED • 443 S. Oakhurst Dr.

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laminated floors and new window coverings.

Convenient location.

$3,300/MO. Call 310/498-1090

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.

• + 1 Ba. • • 1 Bd. BEVERLY HILLS ADJ • • • • • •• 9583 ALCOTT ST. •• •• • * SPACIOUS * 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH B R I G H T & S P A C I O U S B E V E R LY H I L L S With balcony, lots of LIVING. closet space, central A/C, Balcony, dishwasher, laundry on each floor, skylight, elevator, intercom entry, on-site Elevator, 2 parking. laundry, parking.

No pets allowed $3,000/M0NTH

Call Savley 323/241-7758

P LEASE C ALL :

310/274-8840 Beverly Hills School District

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FASHION WANTED

S A N TA M O N I C A

WEST L.A.

• WESTWOOD •

* HOLLYWOOD *

The Clarige

1134 N. SYCAMORE AV.

670 Kelton Ave.

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BEVERLY HILLS GREAT LOCATION!

••• •• • • • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. •

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Grand Opening BRENTWOOD BRENTWOOD ’s 11640 Kiowa Ave. Most Spectacular ••••••••

N o r t h o f W i l s h i r e 1343 Carmelina Ave. • CONDO QUALITY • - 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath Newly Updated Apartments 8 4 3 4 th S t .

• Bright Unit • * * * * * 120 Granville Ave. 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath On-site laundry, Newly Remodeled * * 2 Bdrm.

2 Bath + on-site parking. * * * * * * 1 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath 2 • 2 Bd.+2 / Ba. •••••••• Close to * * * * * * * * Balcony, dishwasher, Balcony, a/c, wet bar, transportation. a/c, heated pool, large closets, walk-in • 310/442-8265 • Large units, walk-in closet,

Brand New Building • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • 1 Bd. +1 Ba. * * * * * • 2 Bd. +2 Ba. Newly Remodeled • 3 Bd. +3 Ba. Great Views Everything Brand New Great views, controlled

Hardwood floors, access, balcony, appliances, washer/ elevator, lrg. pool, WiFi, elevator closet, controlled dryer in each unit, prkg, on-sight laundry. controlled access, access, elevator, W E S T W O O D central air. Pool, jacuzzi H IKING IN R UNYON on-site laundry, prkg. laundry room, parking.

10905 Ohio Ave. spa, fitness center, C ANYON , H OLLYWOOD Close to Heated pool/gym/sauna.

Brentwood Village, rooftop garden patio+ •• B OWL /N IGHTLIFE .

•• 310/473-5061 Shops & Restaurants. fire pits, courtyard, 323/467-8172 • • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • • 310/826-4889 • 4 Blks. to Beach. •• • controlled access, prkg.

French doors in bdrm. • custom kitchen, built-in open to large balcony • washer/dryer, all applioverlooking pool • • GORGEOUS UNITS • ances, hardwood floors throughout, some units Hardwood flrs., central air, pool, elevator, w/ skylights+high ceilings.

Health club, wifi, sauna, on-site laundry, intercom entry. heated pool, controlled B R E N T W O O D Easy Move-In! *1+1 only

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acess, parking.

11618 Kiowa Ave. • • • • • 424/272-6596 • • • • • 310/246-0290 • Newly Updated Close to Brentwood C LOSE TO • Single S HOPS & D INING Village, Restaurants, • Bachelor UCLA, Mt. Saint Mary’s, • • • • • • • • & Transportation.

A/C, internet access, pool, controlled access, * BEVERLY HILLS * • BRENTWOOD • on-sight laundry. No pets.

School District 922 S. Barrington Av. Close to Whole Foods, 8725 Clifton Way • 1 Bdrm. +1 Bath • Newly Remodeled Transportation Fireplace, balcony, Large & Spacious and Restaurants.

2 Bd.+Den+2.5 Ba. wet bar, dishwasher, 310/826-4889 ••••••••• laundry facility, Lrg. unit. balcony, elevator, parking. **C **CENTURY CITY** walk-in closet, Close to shops+dining. 2220 S. Beverly Glen central air, intercom •• 310/826-0541 •• entry, laundry facility, • • elevator, parking.

• SINGLE • • CHARMING & BRIGHT • B R E N T W O O D • •

320 N. La Peer Dr.

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WEST L.A.

• • 310/276-1528 • 11730 SUNSET BLVD. • • • • • Close to Cedars, NEWLY REMODELED • • L o t s o f • • Beverly Center

restaurants, shopping & transportation.

—————–––– Beverly Hills Adj. 310 S. Sherbourne Dr. 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath

Newly Remodeled.

Balcony, hardwood flrs., elevator, controlled access pool, on-site laundry, parking.

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310/820-1810

WE ST

L .A .

1236 Amhearst Ave.

340 S. St. Andrews Pl.

Jr. Executive

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 2 Bd.+2 Ba.

•

Wilshire Bl.

∞∞∞∞∞∞ ∞ • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. •

∞∞∞∞∞∞ ∞ • Luxury Living •

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on-site laundry, prkg. entry, elevator, gated 310/826-0541 parking, gym, pool. 1307 Barry Ave. Close to shopping, 310/473-1509 • Close to Beach • dining & transportation.

SMALL QUIET BLDG. 310/394-7132

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Balcony, controlled access, parking, elevator, on-site laundry.

Close to shopping, great restaurants and Metro.

213/738-9849

————— • KOREATOWN • 423 S. Hoover St. • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • Balcony, air conditioning, controlled access bldg., covered parking, laundry facility.

213/385-4751 • Free WiFi • Close to transportation, downtown & L.A.’S FINEST, Call: 310/470-4474 MOST LUXURIOUS CULVER CITY great restaurants.

APT. RENTAL

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“The Mission” • Westwood • •••••

• 2 Bd.+2 Ba. ••••• 6-Month Lease Avail.

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Single

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310/841-2367

213/385-4751

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Pool, sauna, intercom entry, Control access, pool, elevator, on-site dishwasher, elevator, laundry, parking. on-site laundry All Utilities Paid. and parking.

————— —————–––– 615 S. Cochran Ave.

• 310/864-0319 •

401 S. HOOVER St.

• • • • • • • • • 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. • • • • • • • • •

* * * * * * Every Extra Luxury • MIRACLE MILE •

1350 S. MIDVALE AVE. L.A., 90024 Contact Mgr.:

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3830 Vinton Ave.

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custom cabinets, granite Newly Remodeled countertops, stone entry, • Single • pool, health club, spa.

Controlled access, less steel appl., balcony, • Free WiFi Access • on-sight laundry, Fireplace, balcony, • Close to UCLA • a/c unit, kitchenette. dishwasher, on-site controlled access, dishwasher, intercom laundry & parking.

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310/472-8915

MID-WILSHIRE

Steps to UCLA & Westwood Village.

Spacious a/c, fireplace, with valet, lush garden pool, controlled access, surrounding pool, 3 Bdrm.+2 Bath laundry fac., prkg. gym, elevator, etc.

Dishwasher, a/c, • Free WiFi Access • Hardwood flrs., granite controlled access, 310/473-5061 counters, dishwasher, on-site parking Close To U.C.L.A. central air, balcony, & laundry facility. laundry facility.

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~ 310/476-3824 ~ 310/247-8689 310/479-0700 BRENTWOOD & SANTA MONICA Close to Cedars Sinai, U.C.L.A. CLOSE ~ WEST ~ Shops, Transportation 808 4th St. * * LOS ANGELES BRENTWOOD BRENTWOOD * 1 Bd.+Den+1 Ba. * 2 Bdrm.+1 Bath * 519 S. Barrington Ave. 925 S. Barrington Ave. * ~~~~ * * ~ 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath * * Newly Remodeled. ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚Δ˚ L ARGE , U NIQUE 2 Bdrm. + 1 Bath New hrwd. flrs., stain2 Bdrm. + 1 1/ 2 Bath AND G ORGEOUS .

Hardwood floors, Bright unit.

Dishwasher, On-site laundry, parking.

Close to Brentwood Village.

• WESTWOOD •

10933 Rochester Ave. ————— W S L.

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parking, on-sight laundry Close To U.C.L.A. 310/477-6856 facility, courtyard patio.

Close to transportation.

Character & Charm!

310/820-8584 Glass Fireplace • • Jr. Executive Newly Remodeled.

WEST L.A. New hardwood flrs., 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • granite counters, 1433 Armacost Ave. • stainless steel appl., « « « « « « « • • • • • • • alcove fireplace, Rooftop pool, fridge, laundry facility, 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. deck, central air, gated parking, intercom 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. elevator, intercom entry, WiFi and more.

B RIGHT & S PACIOUS . entry, on-sight laundry, • 310/552-8064 • Rooftop jacuzzi Balcony, dishwasher, gym, parking. controlled access with panoramic • Free WiFi Access • city views. on-sight laundry, prkg.

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310/312-4957

1628 S. Westgate Ave. Spacious Wifi, Bright, controlled X-St. Santa Monica Bl. 1 Bdrm + 1 Bath access, balcony, WILSHIRE ~ 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. ~ 1 Bdrm + 2 Bath e levator, pool, CORRIDOR 2 Bdrm + 2 Bath B r i g h t & A i r y.

Intercom entry, on-sight laundry facility, prkg. 10530-10540 • • •

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TO

323/879-9611

ADVERTISE YOUR LISTINGS

Close to Museums, The Grove & Restaurants.

Contact Rod at 310-278-1322

BEVERLY HILLS

468 FASHION WANTED

WANTED

CHANEL, HERMES, GUCCI, PRADA EXOTIC SKINS, AND ALL HIGH-END DESIGNER HANDBAGS, CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES. NEW, USED OR VINTAGE.

BUY/SELL TOP DOLLAR PAID Call (310) 289-9561

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ANTIQUES / JEWELRY

ANTIQUES / JEWELRY

BUY & SELL

BUY & SELL

$CASH TODAY$

Beverly Hills Pawnbroking & Lending • Instant cash

We Buy Collectibles: Vintage/Antique Paintings & Art, Historical Items, Old Photographs, Vintage Watches & Jewelry, Movie Memorabilia, Rare Books, Maps, Stamps & Entire Collections.

Text Photos or Call Lisa: 323/842-3667

• Complimentary appraisal • Get a loan or sell your jewelry, watches, fine art or cars • Highest loan to value on your asset

Contact us for an appointment today!

9615 Brighton Way, Suite 210 Beverly Hills, CA 90210

470

424-335-0650

ANTIQUES FOR SALE 72 PIECE LIMOGE DINNER SET NEVER USED “VIEUX CHINE” Designed for Marquise de Pampodour 18th Century. Original in France Museum.

* * * * * * * * * * * * Additional items avail.

For more info call 310/860-0306

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www.beverlyhillspawnbroking.com info@beverlyhillspawnbroking.com

We buy your jewelry, diamonds, gemstones, watches, coins, gold, antiques...

Cash on the spot

No appointment necessary

475 GARAGE SALE

Entire Contents of 10’x10’ Storage Space For Sale 3 Sony flat screen tv’s, Mickey+Minnie Mouse custom wood chairs, antique wood table, coffee table, good book collection, collectible bicycles, records, dolls, lamps, furniture, daybed, handbag’s, chachkies+more.

Info.: 323/822-6273

201 South Beverly Drive • Beverly Hills • 310-550-5755 store license # 19101172

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HANDY PEOPLE

PAINTING

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PAINTING

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR Residential/Commercial

We Do Repairs For

Painting • Plumbing

BEVERLY HILLS

All Electrical Needs! Tiling • Electric • Drywall Residntial Buildings Quality Custom Painting Residential/Commercial Remodel & Demolition • • Plumbing • Electrical References Available.

Hauling, Remove and Expert Repair • Carpentry NO JOB TOO SMALL. Replace Carpet.

Small Jobs OK Residential & Commercial • General Outside Cleaning LIC. # 641602 Fully Insured Cleaning. Shampoo Carpet.

BONDED + INSURED All Work Guaranteed! Property Management.

40 Years Experience 20 Years Experience Free Estimates HUGO: 310/204-6107 323/658-7847 www.careelectric.net Fully Insured or 661/886-9440 323/864-2490

310/901-9411 Lic.# 568446

CLOCK REPAIRS

ELECTRICIAN

Nichols’ Clock

MADAN

& Watch Repair

ELECTRIC

• Antique Clock Repair • House Calls Available • Complete Watch Repair

All Your Electrical

Mark Nichols

Needs at Low Rates!

Specializing in lighting designs, service upgrades, and rewiring low voltage.

Up To 50% Off First Job

818.207-8915

Bonded • Lic. #605252

Specializing in grandfather clocks, mantle clocks, wall clocks, cuckoo clocks

ncwrepair@yahoo.com

Call 213-591-1378

HANDY PEOPLE • MARVIN •

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Call Marvin,

310/430-1808 & Get it done for less!

Fully Insured • Lic #934284

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Chairman 2014 Paula Kent Meehan President & Publisher Marcia Wilson Hobbs Senior Editor John L. Seitz Special Sections Editor Stephen P. Simmons

Board Of Education’s Mel Spitz Answers Vice Mayor John Mirisch Regarding Measure BH As a service to the community, I am once again responding to Vice Mayor John Mirisch’s commentary in opposition to school construction bond Measure BH. He stated that there are absolutely no safeguards that the (Measure BH) money will be spent the way the board is advertising. Wrong. Unlike Measure E which was a “blank check”, this bond measure contains a list of the projects on which the funds will be spent.

A Citizens Oversight Committee (COC) monitors expenditures, and certifies that they are in accordance with the bond measure, after receiving two independent annual audits, financial and procedural.

Mr. Mirisch stated that the 2008 bond Measure E was intended to fund the same things the board is proposing to do now. Wrong again. Measure E did not identify specific projects, and the amount of Measure E was not nearly sufficient to fund the projects that have been completed at Horace Mann, El Rodeo, and Beverly High, plus the Measure BH projects.

He stated that the new roof for Horace Mann’s building B would be funded for a second time by Measure BH. Wrong again. The architects who designed modernization of that building neglected to include a new roof. No Measure E funds were earmarked or expended to re-roof that building.

He stated that the projects to be funded (by Measure BH) could conflict with future reconfiguration of El Rodeo and Beverly High. Wrong again. El Rodeo will not be considered as a dedicated middle school because it is located at the western boundary of the district rather than centrally, and its layout is not as practical for a middle school as are other campuses. The projects planned for Beverly High

will not conflict with options, if any, for building a “school within a school” for 12 and 13 year olds.

He stated that the new building at Horace Mann was constructed without a functioning alarm system. Wrong again. The alarm system in Horace Mann’s new building A consists of the following features, all fully operational: Fire alarm, Access control - card readers, Access control – security buzzer at front desk, Burglar alarm, and Voiceover communication – teachers to front desk. Additional security systems are in various stages of installation.

He stated that this construction bond measure should be a campaign issue for candidates for the board in a future election. Wrong again. The specified projects are urgent and essential. To defer them until they could be debated by candidates for the board, or for any other reason, would leave El Rodeo and Beverly High partially rebuilt with shuttered buildings and hundreds of students in temporary classrooms, no parking or athletic field at El Rodeo, and construction costs higher by at least 10 percent annually.

He stated that there should be no construction bond measure at this time because the academic program is mediocre, the district’s budget is a fiscal morass, the board might place a parcel tax measure on the November ballot, and the district’s security program is faulty. Wrong again. Each of the issues he raised is critically important; but they have no bearing on the need or urgency of the Measure BH projects.

Vice Mayor Mirisch, rather than uninformed attack dog tactics, please ask questions first, and then judge the veracity of the answers.

Editors Note: The school board needs to be accountable for the school district’s security.

OTHER LETTERS TO THE EDITOR It is shameful how BHEA can use a comment that I used and appropriate it, out of context, to fit a self-serving narrative.

The comment attributed to me, “we spend it like drunken sailors” was in this context: My colleagues and CBO friends were ribbing me and teasing me about our per Average Daily Attendance (ADA) spending at approximately $16,000 per student, the highest in Los Angeles County. They were asking me jokingly for a loan. I was relaying the exchange to the BHUSD Board of Education in off the cuff comments during a budget study session. I considered it a good place to be in. The district spends its money by having the lowest average K12 class sizes in the county. BHUSD also has the highest per student spending on certificated (teacher) salaries in L.A. County.

The salary formula is structurally deficient and not sustainable. It leaves out of the equation any current year increases in the State Teachers Retirement System and the Public Employees Retirement System, almost 2.5 percent per year, which is paid outside of the salary formula. All health benefits ($8,500 per employee) are also paid outside of the salary formula. All new employees who receive the salary formula raise are paid outside it. This is the money that the district would otherwise use for books, supplies and new initiatives.

It is shameful to seek to destroy my reputation and my career that has otherwise been stellar by taking comments out of context and falsifying what I said. I am only one person, clearly disposable to the greater motive of seeking to force the district to stay with something that I have proven to them, and

top notch consultants have proven, cannot be sustained without continued cuts to programs.

I applaud the Board of Education for spending its money on its staff and its students “like drunken sailors.” It was an investment. But the board is sober. We now have to spend within our means, thus we have no choice but to declare an impasse with our partners, who should be ashamed for what they have done, and the false narrative that they are peddling.

LaTanya KirkCarter Latham, BHUSD Assistant Superinten-dent of Business Services ****** I am saddened to read the news that Beverly Vista Principal Christian Fuhrer has been put on temporary leave. My daughter was a student of his at Horace Mann and he was one of the standout educators and leaders at the school, who not only inspired the students but encouraged them to respect one and other and created a safe environment for all of the children.

Throughout my daughter’s educational career in Beverly Hills, she had some average teachers, a few disappointing ones and a handful of great teachers. Mr. Fuhrer was one of the great educators.

We have followed his career at BHUSD as many of our friends have children who attend Beverly Vista.

They all think the world of him and are eagerly looking forward to his return.

One of the main reasons many of us moved to Beverly Hills was to give our kids a great education.

As parents, we all want the best for them so it deeply saddens me that one of the best has been temporarily sidelined.

Allen J. Zipper

POLICE BLOTTER ASSAULTS 02/26 N. Canon Dr./N. Santa Monica Blvd.

03/14 400 S. Roxbury Dr. 03/16 Chanruss Pl. BURGLARIES 03/03 400 N. Palm Dr. 03/09 Wilshire Blvd.

03/12 900 N. Bedford Dr.

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300 N. Rodeo Dr. 600 N. Oakhurst Dr. 100 N. Le Doux Rd. 400 N. Rodeo Dr. 100 N. Robertson Blvd.

300 N. Maple Dr. 400 S. Beverly Dr. S. Santa Monica Blvd.

300 Reeves Dr. 336 S. McCarty Dr.

03/17 300 N. Crescent Dr. GRAND THEFTS 01/14 300 N. Rodeo Dr. 02/22 100 S. Beverly Dr. 03/04 Wilshire Blvd.

03/15 Sunset Blvd.

03/17 Wilshire Blvd.

03/17 100 S. Maple Dr. 03/18 300 N. Rodeo Dr. ROBBERY 03/17 500 N. Roxbury Dr.

Cartoon for the Courier by Janet Salter

Astrology

By Holiday Mathis TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Mar. 23). It’s the wonderful matches that make this solar return sing — the people who “get” you, the jobs that reward you at a deeper level and the lifestyle that curls supportively and securely around the core of who you are. Your outstanding work in August will build up both your reputation and your bank account. Virgo and Scorpio adore you.

ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). While the boundaries you establish may simply be policy to you, there are some who will experience them as a personal affront. But as long as you’re respectful, your boundaries won’t be challenged.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20). The times are changing. You’re dipping your foot into the new normal. It still scares some people, but that’s why they need you to be strong. Do you. Get to know as many people as you can. And keep growing.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You can enhance your life by changing something simple, such as your diet or something logistical.

Take, for instance, the time you spend getting to and from places.

There's a way to make the commute pleasurable or shorter.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). So you made a wrong turn back there.

That’s a rare thing, but it happens to everyone. Review the mistake or misperception, because you’re about to get another chance — and this time you’re likely to nail it.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Though you can relate to the lives of others, saying so won’t help. The best way to support others is through careful, attentive listening. Make it all about the other person: No anecdote, advice or interjection will be necessary.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). The work will only feel worthwhile to you if it’s bringing you money, happiness or the chance to markedly improve yourself. If you can’t readily see how the endeavor fits into one of those categories, bail.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). While trials and tribulations are an inevitable part of the growth cycle, they shouldn’t be the norm.

Someone who always seems to be at the heart of drama has the potential to snarl you into his or her orbit. Resist. You’ve better things to do.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). It doesn’t matter how many friends you have; you will still always be better off when you are also your own friend and champion. Also note: A person who cares for deeply for you will not side with a person who doesn’t.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You may choose to forgive someone now —- not because that person deserves mercy but because you no longer want to be mentally tied to a piece of history and therefore need to let it go.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). People seek your company and attention. The venue, dining and entertainment aspects don’t matter all that much, so don’t stress over such details. As long as it’s not too loud to hear conversation, all will be well.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Love, peace, magic, joy— you can have all of that. You’ll have to give up other things, though. What do you think they are? For some it’s a false belief, e.g., that love is about suffering or that drama is better than happiness.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). Your internal voice may not make a peep detectible by microphones, but it can be deafeningly loud to you. It carries to far reaches of your internal universe. That’s why it’s so important to stay supportive when talking to yourself.

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