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THIS ISSUE S AV E T H E GARDEN— Residents and advocates are c o m i n g together to keep UCLA from selling the Hannah C a r t e r Japanese Garden.

Beverly Vista celebrates its annual carnival.

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Hamid Omrani shares his ideas for Beverly Hills.

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Death Knell Rings For Hannah Carter Garden BHLL celebrates its 60th anniversary.

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By Laura Coleman On Wednesday, UCLA denied the Coalition to Save the Hannah Carter Japanese Garden an opportunity to address the UC Board of Regents during its meeting on May 15-17 in a letter from University of California President

Mark Yudof. The May 22 deadline to bid on the UCLA-owned garden and former Carter residence, listed by Coldwell Banker for a total of $14.7 million, had prompted community activists opposed to the impending sale

Beverly Hills Demand Halts Full Metro Subway Vote

By Marla Schevker The Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board of Directors postponed voting on the second phase of the Westside Subway Extension, specifically the Constellation Boulevard Station and alignment into Century City, at its meeting yesterday, because of a request from the City of Beverly Hills to enact the rarely used Utilities Public Code Section 30639.

The board did approve the EIR up to Wilshire/La Cienega

Los Angeles County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas, who received substantial support from Beverly Hills in his bid for his Second District supervisorial seat, came out against Mayor An-

•Health & Wellness 12 •Arts & Entertainment 15 •Birthdays 20

Victor Gura

Editorial from Rabbi Pressman AND MORE

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Announcements Real Estate Rentals Sales and More

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(see ‘METRO,’ page 16)

tonio Villaraigosa’s call to extend in perpetuity Measure R, the MTA funding tax.

RidleyThomas was a leader in the push to approve Measure R in 2008. (see ‘MEASURE R,’ page 11)

Beverly Hills Doctor On Fast Track To FDA Approval For WAK

Horace Mann celebrates its book fair with a luau.

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The Amazing Doctor Lawrence Dominic Piro Danced And Cried And Spoke Eloquently The Night He Was Honored In Beverly Hills By The John Wayne Cancer Institute At Saint John’s Health Center

with Metro Chair and L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa; Duarte Mayor John Fasana; LA Councilmember Jose Huizar; Santa Monica councilmember Pam O’Connor; County Supevisor Zev Yaroslavsky, Second Vice Chair and Lakewood Vice Mayor Diane DuBois; Richard Katz, Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe; Mel Wilson, Los Angeles County Supervisor Gloria Molina and Glendale councilmember Ara Najarian voting in favor, Los

Ridley-Thomas Says No Measure R Extension

(see ‘GARDEN,’ page 16)

Beverly Hills celebrates Earth Day at the Farmer’s Market.

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U.S.-CHINA RELATIONS—From left: Stewart Kwoh, president/executive director, Asian Pacific American Legal Center; Angie Tang, executive director of Committee of 100; Ming Hsieh, chairman/president/CEO of Cogent Systems; Michelle Kwan, figure skating champion and U.S. Public Diplomacy Envoy; C-100 Chairman Dominic Ng; Walter W. Wang, president /CEO of JM Eagle; and William Wang, Founder/CEO of Vizio, Inc. For the full story, see page 9.

‘Gold Standard’ Trenching At Beverly High Proves No Faults

By Marla Schevker After three months of trenching, BHUSD Experts, Leighton Consulting Inc., confirmed the West Beverly Hills Lineament (WBHL) should not be considered an active fault zone through a presentation to the Board of Education Tuesday. The team of geotechnical engineers and geologists who studied the trench-

es at Beverly Hills High School, said the Metropolitan Transportation Authority funded Parson Brinckerhoff study was incorrect when it stated the WBHL had been active in the last 11,000 years.

According to the Leighton Consulting report, several clayfilled fractures or cracks were (see ‘TRENCHING REPORT,’ page 17)

B I G BU C K S F O R BIG DADDY–Patrick Wayne and wife Misha welcomed guests at The Beverly Hilton during the 27th annual Odyssey Ball honoring Dr. Larry Piro of the John Wayne Cancer Institute at St. John’s Health Center. Patrick and the Wayne family were major donors for this successful event. More photos in George Christy’s column on page 6.

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By Marla Schevker Dr. Victor Gura began creating the initial models for his Wearable Artificial Kidney (WAK), in an exam room in his Beverly Hills medical offices 10 years ago. He is a kidney specialist and an associate clinical professor at UCLA, specifically working with patients on dialysis. His goal was to create a Wearable dialysis machine, so patients would not have to be tied down for many hours to a big machine, and would get (see ‘GURA,’ page 17)

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

ONE MORE BROTHER—Beverly Hills High School Junior Daniel Dalah had his short film selected to be shown during the “jTeen L.A. Film Fest” portion of the L.A. Jewish Film. Dalah’s film will be shown at 3 p.m. Dalah’s film was one of five chosen from submissions by students across Los Angeles County. “One More Brother” and more of Dalah’s work can be viewed at his YouTube page: ( www.youtube.com/user/morenodrive).

The City Council of Beverly Hills, at its regular meeting to be held on Tuesday, May 1, 2012, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, will hold a public hearing to consider: RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS REAUTHORIZING A CIVILIAN RANGEMASTER POSITION AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF POLICE EQUIPMENT TO BE FUNDED

BY THE CITY’S COPS ALLOCATION The City has been allocated $100,000 in grant funding by the Citizens Option for Public Safety (COPS Program). The City proposes to use its allocation to fund one position of Civilian Rangemaster and the purchase of police equipment. Such equipment will be used by the Emergency Services Bureau and the Traffic Bureau.

In order to accept $100,000 in COPS Allocation funding adopted in the State FY 2011-2012 budget, a public hearing must be conducted reauthorizing its use for personnel costs and authorizing its use for the purchase of police equipment.

All interested persons are invited to attend and speak on this matter. Written comments are also invited and should be addressed to the City Council, c/o City Clerk, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Room 290, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, and should be received prior to the public hearing.

If you challenge the Council’s action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the hearing before the City Council or in written correspondence delivered to the City, either at or prior to the hearing.

BYRON POPE, CMC, City Clerk

Beverly High Student Filmmaker Selected for Jewish Film Festival

By Matt Lopez One of Beverly Hills High School’s very own student filmmakers has been chosen to have his short film showcased at the Los Angeles Jewish Film Festival.

Beverly Hills High Junior Daniel Dalah’s short film “One More Brother” will be shown May 6 at 3 p.m. at the Laemmle Town Center 5 in Encino as part of the Film Festival’s “jTeen L.A. Film Fest”.

“One More Brother” was one of five student films chosen from a bevy of submissions. Students from all across L.A. County were allowed to submit films.

Dalah submitted “One More Brother” in November and found out his film was chosen late last month.

Dalah will also take part in a young filmmakers question and answer session after the screening.

“It’s an honor, I’m excited to be able

to show my film at a festival like this,” Dalah said.

“One More Brother”, which Dalah released under the name “Moreno Drive Productions”, is a three minute, 37-second film about a young man who goes to war and the consequences and distractions it brings for both himself and those close to him.

At Beverly High, Dalah produces and directs content for the school’s local cable channel, KBEV. Dalah also serves as Vice President of Beverly High’s “Movie Making Club” and is currently working on producing a high school drama focusing on everyday issues teenagers face entitled “Turmoil’s Memoir”.

Ticket prices range from $6-8. To purchase tickets, visit lajfilmfest.org or call the The Jewish Journal (213-3681661).

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MADRIGALS—Beverly Hills High School’s Madrigal Singers, under the leadership of director Joel Pressman, were judged the finest choir at the 2012 Hawaii Music Festival in Honolulu last week. They are shown performing in a Sunday service in the historic Kawaiaha’o Church. Singing in English and Hawaiian, they visited the new education center at the Hanauma Bay ocean preserve, as well as the Arizona Memorial in Pearl Harbor.The 31 singers are Panchapol Chantarasereekul, Elai Davidson, George Efremidze, Savannah Forno, Danielle Hakimi, Lina Hebert, Sadie Katz, Steven Kearns, Madison Kern, Sarah Kim, Eugene Ko, Eli Lloyd, Anthony Lofaso, Katherine Lu, Harrison Margolin, Deven Martin, Neil Martin, Michelle Morochnik, Lorrain Oill, Ki Park, Sarah Pollock, Lindsay Reisman, Evan Rennie, Michael Richman, Danielle Rose, James Schneider, Brendan Taglianetti, Devi Veysey, Eli Wachtel, Cheyenne Weinstein, and Roman Zaragoza

County Assessor Served With Search Warrant

By Courier Staff Los Angeles County Assessor John Noguez got served Wednesday with search warrants on his home and 11 other locations in a coordinated in-

vestigation, with the District Attorney’s public integrity unit, into allegations of inappropriate use of power to influence contributions to his election.

“It is vital that the many

important functions and duties of the County Assessors office be performed with the highest standard of integrity and im(see ‘NOGUEZ,’ page 18)

DIOR —A rendering of the proposed Dior remodel on Rodeo Drive. See page 16 for a rendering of the Jim Falk Lexus Dealership.

NEW GATEWAY—Urban Designer Hamid Omrani (pictured) hosted a presentation Sunday at City Hall to feature his ideas for a new structure to go throughout the City. He suggests building a promenade starting at Beverly Hills High School and going throughout the City as a safe haven for pedestrians and bicyclists. For more information on his project, visit www.beverlyhills2000.com.

Recreation And Parks Commission Promotes Caution With Roxbury Park

By Laura Coleman At Tuesday’s Recreation and Parks Commission meeting, commissioners urged Assistant Director of Community Services Nancy Hunt-Coffey to temper her aggressive timeline to move forward with presenting plans to revitalize Roxbury Park to the City Council on May 15.

The Commission is expect-

ed to provide a recommendation before the plan goes before the City Council.

“I don’t feel like we have enough information or have been in the loop long enough,” Vice Chair Robert Anderson said following Hunt-Coffey’s presentation to the Commission, which included a proposal to increase the Roxbury (see ‘ROXBURY PARK,’ page 18)

New Lexus Dealership, Dior Remodel Approved

By Laura Coleman The Architectural Commission voted to approve plans for a new Jim Falk Lexus dealership on Wilshire Boulevard and the proposed remodel of Dior

on Rodeo Drive at last week’s meeting.

Following the dealership’s compliance with more than a hundred conditions that needed to be satisfied after nearly a

year before the Planning Department and the project’s subsequent conditional approval

by City Council at the end of last year, the new four-story (see ‘LEXUS/DIOR,’ page 16)

EL RODEO EARTH DAY—El Rodeo Sixth Graders pose with the Earth Day Pledge Tree. Each El Rodeo student from all grade levels planted a flower or vegetable, then wrote a pledge about what they plan to do to help the environment. From left: Jacob Kertesz, Natasha Dveirin, Benji Liker, Alexis Nedjat-Halem, Pierce Thiele, Jackson Nol, Nikki Musighi, Ryan Kenneally, Enzo Fantu-Barker.

Lead and Asbestos Survey Will Be Conducted At Beverly Hills High BV CARNIVAL—Beverly Hills PTA members worked tirelessly with Carnival Chair Laurie Maybaum at Sunday's Beverly Vista Carnival. Top row (from left): Beverly Vista PTA member Iris Aviram, Beverly Vista PTA Co-President Laurie Okum, PTA Council Co-President Susie Roberts. Bottom row: PTA Council Co-President Jennifer TerrellSchwartz.

Courier Photo by Matt Lopez

APPLE OF MY EYE—Apple is an affectionate 3month old Terrier/Dachshund mix who will grow to be about 10 pounds. She was saved from the L.A. City Pound by FurBabyRescue.org in hopes of finding her a home. Those interested adopting Apple should contact Kira Lorsch at 4Dogs@RHLGroup.com.

Superintendent Reorganizes BHUSD Staff

By Matt Lopez The Board of Education voted unanimously Tuesday to approve an aggressive restruc-

turing of the school district by Superintendent Gary Woods.

Woods presented the board with a changed organi-

zational chart that among other things, included the addition of four newly-created positions (see ‘ORGANIZATION,’ page 18)

By Matt Lopez The first asbestos and lead survey at Beverly High since 2004 was approved Tuesday on a 3-2 vote by the Board of Education. Boardmembers Noah Margo and Lewis Hall voted no.

Chief Facilities Official Nelson Cayabyab stressed to the board the importance of producing another AHERA (Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act) report before moving ahead with any further construction plans for Beverly

High.

“We’re still finding lead and asbestos at this site and you need to remove the lead and asbestos before you begin construction,” Cayabyab said.

The last AHERA report, which must be done in support of the Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Civil (MEPC) Forensic Survey, was done in 2004. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, re-inspection of school buildings must be done (see ‘ASBESTOS,’ page 18)

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MAKING MUSIC—Beverly Vista Concert Choir performed The White Bird Of Poston with the Los Angeles Opera. For the past 10 weeks, choir members at Beverly Vista have been working with the LA Opera staff in preparation for this performance. Pictured are LA Opera cast members Glenn Fernandez, Cedric Berry, Katy Tang and Miki Yamashita, Staging Director and Composer Eli Villanueva, Music Director Dan Redfeld and Beverly Vista Concert Choir Members Yvonne Akuamoah, Shayan Alavy, Taylor Asla, Barbara Assouline, Golda Berkman, Benjamin Davis, Sophia De Mornay-O’Neal, Juan Pablo Fimbres, John Ghaly Macaulay, Lolita Gorbacheva, Noa Gottlieb, Sydney Hanover, Nicole Hong, Ryan Hwang, Daniel Im, Deborah Lee, Tina Le Nguyen, Judy Masutani, Annabel Paris, Lisa Park, Javier Pinanes, Chloe Rebibo, Emily Rishwain, Megan Saghian, Aubriana Schwarz, Scott Senior, Ciel Torres, Sydney Tran, Harrison Van Pelt, Abbey Whelan, Leah Wolchin and Joseph Yaris.

Kaye Finishes Six-Year Term With Beverly Hills

Beverly High ROP Brings Home Awards

By Laura Coleman Charitable Solicitations Commission Vice Chairperson Alan Kaye ends his six-year term next month following the upcoming meeting on May 9. Tasked with protecting Beverly Hills residents and their money as part of the Commis-

By Matt Lopez Five students from Beverly Hills High School’s highly-regarded Regional Occupational Program (ROP) attended the 2011-2012 L.A. County Office of Education ROP Outstanding Student Competition in mid-March.

(see ‘CHARITABLE,’ page 21)

(see ‘ROP,’ page 21)

Beverly Hills Summer Camp New, Expanded Beverly Hills has 18 different camps to choose from in 2012, including brand new Jr. Firefighting, Ninja and Skateboard Scooter camps. Registration is now open for all camps.

Other summer fun includes: the Engineering FUNdamentals with LEGO; sports camps including soccer, aquatics, basketball, tennis and the iPlay Sports Academy and cheerleading.

For the complete schedule of camps, dates and registration information, visit www.beverlyhills.org/summercamps or call 310-285-6810 for more information.

SUMMER CAMP—(From left): Yasmine Jebeli, Tristan McIntyre, Carina Massana, Lauren Arebalo, Emma Kaufman, Ryan Kennerly and Golda Sharaf perform Marry Poppins at the Catskills West Summer camp in 2011.

Tower Of Hope Gala Will Raise Money For Cancer

CELEBRATING THE EARTH—Peter Schulberg of Eco-LogicalART took part in the creation of a giant mural at Beverly Hills Public Works Department Earth Day Celebration at the Beverly Hills Farmer’s Market.

By Laura Coleman Tower Cancer Research Foundation will host its 10th annual Tower of Hope Gala on Sunday, May 20 at The Beverly Hilton. Actor Steven Weber will serve as emcee at the event which will honor Dayle and Abram Zukor, Dr. Solomon I. Hamburg and Jeanne Schnitzer Reynolds. Howie Mandel will do a live appeal to raise money for cancer research.

According to Executive Director Pam Blattner, the foundation expects to raise approximately $800,000, including proceeds from a (see ‘HOPE,’ page 21)

Last Remaining Seats Coming to Saban Theatre The Los Angeles Conservancy’s “Last Remaining Seats” is coming to Beverly Hills for the first time ever. During a series of classic films and live entertainment in historic movie theaters, the conservancy will

be showing two screenings of The Wizard Of Oz on June 30 at the Saban Theatre.

The matinee screening begins at 2 p.m. (doors open at 1 p.m.), and the evening screening begins at 8 p.m. (doors

open at 7 p.m.). Tickets are $20 ($16 for L.A. Conservancy members) and are available online at laconservancy.org/remaining. For more information call 213-430-4219 or 213623-2489.

60TH ANNIVERSARY— Dodgers legend Ron Cey speaks to little leaguers at Saturday’s Beverly Hills Little League 60th Anniversary Celebration. Cey stressed the importance of having fun while playing. Bottom right: Members of the Diamondbacks get high-fives during the Parade of Teams.

Courier Photos by Matt Lopez

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Ruta Lee

Fernando Varela

Katherine Jenkins with music maestro David Foster

Emcee Tony Dovolani

Marlee Matlin and John C. McGinley

Martina Navratilova

Menudo’s Draco Rosa

Alana Stewart with Andy Trilling, JWCI v-p at Saint Tatum O’Neal with designer Sue Wong John’s

Chang, who’s joining JWCI after a long-ranged search.

“Dr. Chang’s breadth of expertise and clinical research will help change the way breast cancer is diagnosed and treated,” informed Lou Lazatin, president and CEO of JWCI and Saint John’s Health Center.

Ryan O’Neal dined with Dr. Larry Piro and his wife Judy during the 27th annual Odyssey Ball honoring Larry at the Beverly Hilton. The glamorous evening benefited the John Wayne Cancer Institute at Saint John’s Health Center.

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in 142 films, and lost his life at age 72 to stomach cancer (he smoked six packs of cigarettes a day.)

“Tomorrow is the most his past year has important thing in life,” he told been a great time of new enerDr. Maureen Chang and Dr. Anton Playboy magazine. “It comes gy, growth and success at Bilchik with Lou Lazatin, president into us at midnight, very clean. and CEO of JWCI and Saint John’s JWCI with the expansion of It’s perfect when it arrives, and it Health Center our faculty and scientific puts itself in our hands, with breakthroughs,” added Lou. he Amazing Larry P is hopes we’ve learned something lymphoma four years ago.

“Joining us are the world“Thanks to Larry, a great physiDr. Lawrence Dominic Piro. from yesterday.” renowned cancer surgeon and cian and compassionate human San Diego-born, wed 28 years scientist Anton Bilchik; surgibeing, I’m cancer-free – my wife to Akron-born Judy Piro, who n Adjunct Faculty cal oncologist with special are Brentwood residents. Member of the JWCI, Larry pre- Lorraine and I were able to expertise in melanoma Mark attend our daughter’s graduaDaughter Whitney’s in her mid- sides and is CEO of The Angeles The Odyssey Ball’s co-chairs Marisol 20s, a director of development Clinic and Research Institute. tions from high school and col- Zarco, Katie Lewis and Teddi Gilderman Faries, who was recruited from Yale University; oncology at USC’s Keck School of A colossus in the oncology uni- lege.” surgeon Maggie DiNome. how much I care”).

Larry’s Medicine, and her husband verse, he’s world-renowned for joined the Board of Governors fter delivering the Nick Vanderboom’s the director treating hairy-cell leukemia H Courier’s Marcia of development at the Howard with a single course of Invocation, Sister Maureen for the Thalians, one of Ruta’s diehard charities benefiting dis- Hobbs, a member of the Board Craig described Larry’s three Hughes Corp.

Leustatin, which produced of Trustees at Saint John’s, advantaged children. complete remission in 90 per- fascinating personalities. JWCI arrived from a Children’s president Hollace Brown and ore than 650 friends cent of patients. This high resenting the award were Hospital retreat in Ojai. She and distinguished medical col- remission rate achieved with chairman Patrick Wayne folleagues gathered to salute Larry only one treatment is/was revo- lowed with their welcomes. director-screenwriter Wolfgang was bananas about the beds at in the Beverly Hilton’s Grand lutionary, covered by interna- Encomiums then followed from Petersen (Das Boot, The Perfect the Ojai Valley Inn and Spa – Ballroom that was transformed tional newspapers and network cancer survivors and regular Storm) and wife Maria, a cancer “I’ve never slept so well … I survivor. Maria amused the want one!” Seated with Marcia into Club Disco. Silver mir- news, and leading to the imme- patients. crowd with jocular reminis- were Jackie Rosenberg; Larry’s rored balls and armsful of white diate FDA approval of Leustatin. ony Dovolani, a dance cences of her early meetings attorney Marta Fernandez; roses, hydrangeas and phaleregular for 12 seasons on Larry. Wolfgang charmed all, Roxanne and Jack Carter; Pat onopses decorated the crimsonarry’s pivotal trials of sequined tablescapes, with Rituxan, the first monoclonal Dancing With The Stars, even mentioning that he and and Dick Van Patten. dancing at the program’s end to antibody to ever be approved emceed, and our enthusiastic Maria would treat Larry with elebrity friends included cheese and bologna sandwichselections by DJ Enferno. for treatment of cancer, revolu- music maker David Foster, a Tatum O’Neal, John McGinley; es. (?)

16-times Grammy winner with tionized the treatment of B-cell Martina Navratilova; Marlee he glamorous night lymphoma, again leading to three Oscar nominations, hey were seated with Matlin; Dancing With The Stars’ raised big bucks during the FDA approval, affirming his orchestrated the entertainment 27th annual Odyssey Ball, co- stature as one of the world’s featuring Menudo’s Draco Rosa Larry and Judy, as were Ryan Mark Ballas, Donald Diver and O’Neal, Alana Stewart, David wife Tina. chaired by fundraisers Katie leading oncologists.

He is (a patient of Larry’s), comic Lewis, Teddi Gilderman and focusing on the national epi- Jack Carter, operatic talents Foster, the Petersens, and Saint ’m Italian, and I cry,” Marisol Zarco, and benefiting demic of obesity and cancer, Fernando Varela and Katherine John’s gastroenterologist Dr. admitted Larry upon accepting Richard Corlin and wife the John Wayne Cancer Institute and developing novel weight Jenkins. his award, And teary-eyed he Catherine.

A past president of (JWCI) at Saint John’s Health loss strategies.

American Medical was, eloquently thanking everyince I’m singing the Center. Founded in 1991 by Association, Dr. Corlin will dis- one involved with the Odyssey Wayne’s seven children, JWCI r. Donald Morton, tonight, my pink gown will be He philosoadvances research for technolo- another medical giant in oncol- tax-deductible,” winked Ruta cuss “Health Care Policy in the Ball’s success. phized about the necessity for U.S. – Past, Present and Future” Lee, “and I’m performing this gies to battle complex cancer ogy at JWCI, lauded Larry for on May 16 during the Saint forgiving and unloading bad song from all of us for Larry.” problems. his brilliance in “thinking outJohn’s Board of Governors feelings … caring unconditionside the box, and saving lives of Bowing toward Larry’s ear, she arry received the Duke cancer patients.” Honored last whispered those romantic lyrics luncheon at the Riviera Country ally … and not fearing authenticity. “We are who we are, Special Service Award, named spring by the JWCI, Dr. Morton from the 1943 Oscar-winner Club in the Pacific Palisades. and must believe in ourselves.” after the rugged actor John surprised this year’s guests song, You’ll Never Know, from ndy Trilling, JWCI v-p at Online at “Duke” Wayne, who appeared when he revealed he was diag- the film Hello, Frisco, Hello Saint John’s, introduced us to www.bhcourier.com/georgechristy.cfm nosed with stage 4 Hodgkin’s (“you’ll never know how much breast surgeon Dr. Maureen I miss you/you’ll never know Page 6 | April 27, 2012 BEVERLY HILLS Amazing Larry P! Looks like a twenty-something frat boy with bright blue eyes.

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Fashion News & Notes Brunello Cucinelli Offer Sees Strong Demand Brunello Cucinelli SpA is set to be one of the hottest initial public offerings in fashion history — and it already has the backing of two other major Italian labels: Ermenegildo Zegna and Benetton Group.

in the Campus Genevois de Haute Horlogerie, a 324,000square- foot site in Meyrin, Switzerland, outside Geneva.

The campus will house several high-end Swiss watchmakers, including the headquarters of Maison Roger Dubuis; the watchmaking workshop of Van Cleef & Arpels; proZegna and Benetton said duction workshops of Tuesday they have acquired Vacheron Constantin, as well stakes of 3 percent and 2 per- as firms that manufacture cent, respectively, in watch movement compoCucinelli. The shares float on nents and dials. the Italian Stock Exchange on WWD Friday.

9534 Brighton Way, Beverly Zegna Sees Net Profits Hills Nearly Double WWD Ermenegildo Zegna, the Italian tailored clothing and Richemont Invests in fabric company said in a Watchmaking Campus statement that net profits in Compagnie Financière the 2011 fiscal year nearly Richemont, parent of brands doubled to 115.1 million including Cartier, IWC and euros, or $149.6 million, on Jaeger-LeCoultre, is building record sales of 1.13 billion a manufacturing, research, euros, or $1.47 billion. Sales, and educational center dedi- fueled by exports and by cated to the future of watchAsian markets in particular, making. increased 17 percent versus the previous year.

The company said Monday it has invested 100 million To mark the year's achieveSwiss francs, or $110 million, ments, the company will pay

a one-time bonus of 1,000 euros, or $1,320 at current exchange, to each of its 7,000 employees.

301 North Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills WWD

Kolletti Bambini Opens This Friday at the Malibu Country Mart

Beauty Briefs John Masters Sea Salt Spray with Lavender has rightly earned a cult following. The spray gives fine hair the extra texture and body you have after a windy day at the beach. Interestingly, it appears that the addition of lavender oil to hair products acts as a mosquito repellent as well.

Another great organic product from John Masters is Bare Unscented Body Lotion, which is a delicious combination of coconut oil, sea kelp, milk thistle and white tea extract.

Both priced at $16.50 and are available at Whole Foods on 239 North Crescent Drive, Beverly Hills.

“We are thrilled to be a part of Malibu Country Mart,” said Kolletti Bambini Owner Mina Barin. “I have been a longtime visitor to the Mart and believe its charming atmosphere and upscale stores are the perfect home for our children’s specialty boutique.”

Kolletti Bambini prides itself on carrying high-end brands from fashion-leading countries around the world. The boutique aligns itself with designers that provide trendy collections, unique fabrics and textiles, offering children and parents the flexibility to mix whimsical design with quality merchandise.

Customers will be able to choose from in-demand designers such as Baby Dior, Storksak, Fendi, Bear Feet Shoes, Rock Star Baby, Milk on the Rocks, and many others.

The 630-sqaure-foot store is located at 23410 Civic Center Way B-3, Malibu, CA 90265 and will be open seven days a week from 11 am – 7 pm. For more information please call (800) 310-0149.

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Committee Of 100 Hosts Annual Conference

By Laura Coleman Chaired by East West Bank Chairman and CEO Dominic Ng, the Committee of 100 held its 21st annual Common Ground Conference at the Langham Huntington, Pasadena April 19-20.

The organization is comprised of the nation’s leading Chinese-American business leaders, politicians and innovators from China and America. The conference highlighted China’s impending leadership transition and the U.S. presidential election.

“Both countries are standing at the crossroads of bilateral cooperation and competition,” Ng said. “I am very pleased that this year's conference underscores this pivotal juncture in U.S.China relations and explores key areas for pragmatic engagement."

China is the world’s second largest economy after the United States and charging toward the number one spot.

Its relationship with the U.S. proved a hot topic at this year’s conference.

The longtime mutual distrust between China and the U.S. does not appear ready to disappear anytime soon.

Current trends indicate that the U.S. public is divided about whether the U.S.-China relationship is improving or declining, whereas Chinese business leaders have grown more optimistic on relations since 2007.

On the impact of the leadership transition on U.S.-China relations, panelists voiced concern with China’s “economic Great Wall”, hesitancy to float the yuan, the trade imbalance between the two countries, and issues concerning intellectual property and piracy.

“It’s going to be a consumer-oriented society, whether or not people at the

top want it to be,” said former U.S. Senator Robert Bennett (R-Utah).

In 2010, China’s gross domestic product was approximately 40 percent the size of the U.S.’s $14.6 billion GDP. China’s growth has analysts predicting the world’s largest exporter will become the globe’s biggest economy within a decade. China operating as a responsible business partner is crucial, panelists agreed.

Li & Fung Group Chairman Victor Fung underscored the rapid development of the Chinese consumer. Fung said he anticipated the discrepancy between the rich and poor would change in the next five years.

“Jobs are coming back because of the response from the consumer,” he said, adding that foreign direct investment has a direct impact on jobs and the trade deficit.

Costco’s Co-Founder and Director Jim Sinegal said that while the wholesale corporation could conceivably be in China within the next five years, there were numerous elements about entering that Asian market that were “unsettling.”

“We’ll take our time and go when it’s appropriate,” he said. “China will be there in five years.”

And while public sentiment in both countries remains mixed - an opinion survey by the Committee of 100 found that about 66 percent of Chinese blame the U.S. for worsening relations - conference attendees were optimistic about the future relationship in the wake of the shifting economies.

“We have a natural marriage for the betterment of our countries,” said Charles Munger, vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway.

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Happenings Around Town • Renovated Parq Bar Now Open At Montage BH Montage Beverly Hills has introduced the strikingly renovated Parq Bar for socializing day or night and now with outdoor seating overlooking the Beverly Canon Gardens and nightly entertainment with a lineup of local artists playing jazz and blues to midnight.

Sushi rolls and sashimi are available nightly from 4 to 11 p.m.

Afternoon tea is served from noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday with sweet creations by Executive Chef Gabriel Ask. “The renovation furthers the sense of elegance our guests have come to expect,” says Hermann Elger, general manager of the Montage. For reservations, call 310-860-7940.

• India Jewelry Exhibit At The Peninsula BH Next Week Jewelry designer Vipul Jain is back from India and showing his latest designs in Indian jewelry, just in time for Mother’s Day, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday through Thursday, May 6, in the Boardroom of The Peninsula Beverly Hills.

Vipul, who is offering special pricing for the event, will greet guests along with Jador

Designs representative Gant Griffis. Call 310-275-8453 for information.

• UCLA’s Dr. Marc Reidl To Lecture On Rare Condition HAE Dr. Marc Riedl of the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA will hold a lecture on a rare medical condition called Hereditary Angioedema (www. haehope.com) next Thursday (May 3) from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, 224 S. Beverly Dr. Joining him will be choreographer Natalie Metzger who was diagnosed with HAE at age 17.

HAE is a condition characterized by spontaneous episodes of edema, or swelling, in the face, feet, hands, throat, and abdomen, is potentially life-threatening, and was misdiagnosed for years.

Beverly Hills was selected for the event because of its strong support network of HAE patients who actively seek and share disease information.

• Jackie Collins To Quiz CNN’s Piers Morgan During BritWeek Best selling author Jackie Collins will be “interviewing CNN’s Piers Morgan at the annual BritWeek gala on Friday, May 4, in The Beverly Wilshire.

The purpose of BritWeek is to celebrate and highlight creativity

and innovation between Britain and California, through a program of dozens of events. Morgan will be the 2012 honoree and follow in the footsteps of former Prime Minister Tony Blair, Sir Richard Branson, and business leader Tim Leiweke.

This year’s gala is titled an “Evening with Piers Morgan” and will feature entertainment by singers Katherine Jenkins (Dancing With The Stars) and Michael Johns (American Idol). Call 310-312-1012 or visit www.britweek.org.

• ABCS Mother’s Day Luncheon May 9 To Honor Three Women Associates for Breast and Prostate Cancer at John

I M P O R TA N T Wayne Cancer Institute in St. John’s Health Center will honor three as “Women of Achievement” at its Mother’s Day Luncheon at the Four Seasons on Doheny. Kris Jenner, Giuliana Rancic and Jillian Reynolds to benefit cancer research at JWCI. ABCs president is Gloria

Gebbia. Luncheon chairs are Beverly Cohen and Lana Schervone while Lisa Ann Walter will emcee. Luxury boutiques open at 10:30 followed by the luncheon at noon. Tables $1,450 and individual tickets $150.

For information, call 323-9044400 or visit www.abcjw .com.

40 KARETS SALUTE –Members of 40 Karets held their monthly meeting at Wolfgang’s Steakhouse on Cañon and welcomed speaker, former Assistant District Atty. Lea Purwin D'Agostino.

From left are Shirley Branman, D'Agostino, president Ann Davis, Barbara Winters, and Eleanor Moscatel.

SHEBA FUNDRAISER–The Friends of Sheba Medical Center held a spring fundraiser in the hilltop home of Claude and Alfred Mann. Pictured (from left): Marilyn Ziering, event co-chair; hosts Alfred and Claude Mann; Marc Stern; La Bohème lead Ailyn Pérez; Eva Stern; Camille and Arnon Adar event co-chairs; and Jack Saltzberg, Friends of Sheba executive director.

Photo by Gary Leonard

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MEASURE R (Continued from page 1)

His refusal to back Villaraigosa's latest tax hike joins that of many other bipartisan local leaders including Fifth District Supervisor Mike Antonovich.

This is his statement: “This Thursday, Metro’s Board of Directors will vote on whether to support a permanent extension of the halfcent Measure R sales tax increase passed by Los Angeles County voters in 2008. I fully supported Measure R in 2008. Indeed, when I served in the State Senate, I supported and voted for AB 2321, the original legislation that enabled Measure R to be placed on the ballot. As chairman of the AfricanAmerican Voter Registration, Education and Participation project, I endorsed, organized and campaigned vigorously for its passage.

“Since then, the tax increment has been a vital component of funding important transportation projects in the County. However, Measure R was based on a carefully forged regional consensus. Our compact with voters requires Measure R to sunset in 27 years, in 2039, and any proposed alteration of that timetable should be based on overwhelming evidence of urgent need in the public interest.

“What matters here are urgent?

“Why are we in such haste to alter our compact?

“What is the rationale for attempting to establish sales tax in perpetuity during a time of such economic uncertainty?

“Why now?

“Moreover, the November ballot is full to overflowing, possibly the worst conditions upon which to ask voters to again tax themselves. There is some polling data that suggests strong support for a Measure R extension, but I am unconvinced that such is the case.

I’ve seen numerous polls over my decades in politics, and I know they must be carefully designed to accurately gauge opinion, rather than promote a position. Metro’s staff says it needs the extension to build 30 years worth of transportation projects in 10 years, but I have serious reservations. Clearly more projects can be built if Metro has more money but even when it has funds, Metro has struggled to execute its projects.

“I do hope and expect Los Angeles voters will continue to back sound transportation investments. They supported Measure R in 2008, and if a stronger case can be made for lifting the 2039 sunset, perhaps they can be persuaded to sacrifice again.

“But that compelling case has yet to be presented.

“So again, my question remains, Why now?”

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

Teens See Hand Sanitizer As Potential Recreational UCLA Seeks Adults for Impact of Curcumin On Memory Study Substance Of Abuse, CHLA Expert Says Since March, The California Poison Control System (CPCS) has received reports of 16 cases of teens requiring medical attention in L.A. County for alcohol poisoning after ingesting hand sanitizer.

In addition, since 2010 statewide, the CPCS has received reports of 60 teens, ages 13-19, requiring medical treatment after drinking hand sanitizer, says Dr. Cyrus Rangan, a medical toxicology consultant for Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, (CHLA) and assistant medical director, CPCS. While Rangan could not comment on the statistical significance of numbers gathered since March because it requires more study, he says “these continuing reports to the CPCS illustrate that teenagers do recognize hand sanitizers as a potential recreational substance of abuse.

Parents and people who work with children should be aware of this potential,” says Rangan, who also serves as the director of the toxicology bureau for the L.A. County Public Health Department.

The teens received medical treatment in L.A.-area hospitals, Rangan says. None were treated

at CHLA. The liquid sanitizer, which contains 62 percent Ethanol, makes it a powerful 120-proof liquid. Highly concentrated alcohol can be distilled from even a small two-ounce bottle of the sanitizer, through a process kids can find in cyberspace, says Rangan, “It’s like drinking shots of hard liquor,” he says.

How can parents keep their children safe? Monitor the hand sanitizer like you would hard liquor or any medication, say CHLA experts Rangan says the pattern of abuse of hand sanitizer is similar to what he has seen over the years with products like Listerine and Robitussin.

He advises that parents keep hand sanitizer out of sight and out of reach when not in use.

“Teens may ingest hand sanitizer recreationally, and one or two swallows could get a child visibly drunk.

The larger the bottle, the greater the potential for poisoning, Rangan adds.

Methods to distill it can be found through friends and the internet, but straight ingestion of the product without distillation is

also common,” he says, adding that the containers especially pose risks to younger children because the bottles are not outfitted with child-resistant caps.

“A young child can get into hand sanitizer rather easily, and come into a hospital with alcohol intoxication,” he says.

Helen Arbogast, MPH, CHES, CPST, injury prevention coordinator-Trauma Program at CHLA, urges parents restrict access to these products. If they do buy the product, she recommends parents avoid the Ethanolbased liquid product (“Ethanol” would be the first item listed on the ingredients disclosure) and use a foam hand sanitizer.

“Any hand sanitizer will be a risk for alcohol poisoning, as the foam type is still 62 percent ethyl alcohol,” says Arbogast. “If someone is purposefully ingesting it, they will not drink the ‘foam’ type, they would likely open the top and drink. We encourage parents of small children to use the foam since it has a smaller concentration of alcohol for accidental consumption prevention.”

In the event of an emergency, contact the Poison Control Center, 800-222-1222.

UCLA researchers are seeking adults between 50-90 with memory complaints to study the effectiveness of the supplement curcumin, on age-related memory loss.

Cognitive loss and brain degeneration currently affect millions of adults. UCLA researchers say this number is bound to increase, given the aging population of baby boomers. Today, nearly 20 percent of people aged 65 and older suffer from mild cognitive impairment, 10 percent of those have dementia.

UCLA researchers are studying ways to address early memory decline, including the use of the dietary supplement curcumin, a component of the turmeric spice known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

“With the huge impact of Alzheimer’s disease, we are researching possible interventional treatments like curcumin that may help interrupt or postpone cognitive decline, even before symptoms are apparent,” said Dr. Gary Small, principal investigator, director of the UCLA Center for Longevity, and a professor with the university’s Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior.

The study will last 18 months. Participants cannot have a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.

Following an initial screening visit, study volunteers will be assigned at random (similar to flipping a coin) to receive either a daily dose of curcumin or placebo. Both the supplement and the placebo will be taken orally in capsule-form.

Over the course of the study, volunteers will participate in medical evaluations, blood draws, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and positron emission tomography (PET/CT) scans of the brain.

Side effects associated with curcumin are infrequent, but may include nausea and diarrhea. The rare side effect of vasogenic edema has been noted in other drugs with similar properties. While unlikely, investigators will nevertheless monitor for this complication with regular MRI scans of the brain.

For more information about the study, call 310-825-0545.

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Pain Center Provides Pain Relief, Improvement In Function In Chronic Intractable Pain everly Hills resident Jeanette Vesley, was in good health except for the constant abdominal pain from a previous hernia repair.

The pain increased with physical activity and when she was lying down.

For five years Vesley had tried various treatments for the pain and been to various facilities without much success. Vesley’s pain, also known as “post hernia repair abdominal pain” is generally considered an intractable pain condition with no effective treatments. Apart from the abdominal pain, Vesley also suffered from toe pain for 20 years and couldn’t wear shoes with heels because they caused severe pain. Vesley came across Advanced Interventional Pain Center (AIPC) in The Courier and decided to give it a try.

After a comprehensive evaluation

by Drs. Amit Gupta and Pattanam Srinivasan, Vesley under went novel injection treatments for her abdominal pain. After just one treatment session, she noticed her pain had reduced by 90 percent. After two weeks, Vesley got a separate treatment for her toe pain that ended the 20-year pain.

Drs. Gupta and Srinivasan note that a number of pain patients in the country are left without effective treatment solutions. They add that with the growing population of the elderly, many suffer from chronic pain, which when left untreated, becomes intractable.

While the elderly want to stay physically active without pain; this is not easily achieved. “Pain medications mask pain symptoms and do not offer a treatment solution for pain patients,” says Srinivasan adding that AIPC is the only pain center of its kind that does not use addictive medications in its treatment regimen.

What are the options for treating pain? Usually they start with rest and over-the-counter medications. If pain continues, the next step is minimally invasive procedures. Joint replacement surgery can be considered when minimally invasive procedures fail to make any improvement. Certain joints like the sacroiliac joints, facet joints that cause back pain cannot be replaced

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Panel To Discuss Autism A panel discussion on “Autism: An Epidemic or a Matter of Definition” will be held from 12:30 p.m., Saturday, May 5, at the California Science Center (sponsor of the event) 700 Exposition Park Dr. Pa n e l i s t s will address such questions as: What’s behind this growing public health crisis? Is the increase in cases real or due to over diagnosis?

Admission is free, but reservations must be made to 213-7442420.

with ar tificial joints, so these minimally invasive procedures are the best way to treat pain in these joints.

At AIPC, several minimally invasive procedures can proJeanette Vesley vide long-term pain relief (four to six months or more).

Permanent pain relief from elimination of the pain-causing disease process is also possible at AIPC, which prides itself as the nation’s only pain center that can effectively treat certain incurable pain conditions. For those who cannot tolerate conventional injectionbased treatments, AIPC offers Low Intensity Laser Ablation (LILA.) These laser treatments are yet to be FDA approved and are only available at AIPC on a case-by-case basis.

AIPC has helped a number of patients avoid surgery that has either been prevented or postponed through its minimally invasive procedures. In several other cases, AIPC procedures have helped pain patients who failed surgical treatments. In one patient who sustained severe knee injury while serving in the armed forces, surgery had failed to produce any pain relief.

After undergoing treatments at AIPC, he saw immediate pain relief lasting for several months. Another patient who underwent two knee surgeries saw no pain relief because of a failed artificial knee joint. This joint was treated with minimally invasive procedures resulting in immediate and sustained pain relief. The patient was able to walk without pain symptoms despite the failed artificial joint.

As for Vesley, she can now wear shes and walk without any pain. “This is something I could have never have done without my treatments at AIPC,” she said. “Those with pain should not hesitate to give the center a try...there is still hope.”

For more information, visit www.inter-pain.com or call 310-2729630.

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St. John’s Sets Mother’s Day Celebration St. John’s Health Center has been delivering babies since 1942, and on Sunday, May 6, the center will hold a familyfriendly Mother’s Day Celebration to honor all the mothers who have delivered at St. John’s along with those who may in the future.

“We are excited to be a part of such an important moment in many parents’ lives,” said Irena Zuanic, RN, director of Women’s Health at St. John’s. “This special celebration will help us recognize all the amazing mothers in our community.”

The celebration, from 2:30-5 p.m., will be partnered with a NICU Reunion from 1-3:30 p.m.

Both events will be held in the Tarble Atrium and Dining Court of the center’s Howard Keck Center, 2121 Santa Monica Blvd. in Santa Monica.

Women’s Health and NICU physicians, nurses and healthcare staff will be on hand to celebrate with mothers and

their families during the afternoon of arts and crafts, music and karaoke, food, face painting and clowns. Magician Mark Paskell will perform at both events.

Guests may also tour St. John’s birthing suites and learn more about the center’s maternity and neonatal services.

Attendees can get information about childbirth and baby care classes as well as speak to a lactation specialist.

Guests can also talk to registered dietitians, get recipes for healthy childfriendly dishes, relax with a chair massage and more.

The Health Center’s multidisciplinary team approach is designed to make sure every woman receives comprehensive care from a broad cross-section of welltrained, experienced clinicians.

To RSVP, call 800-785-6467 or for more information on the celebration visit: www.newstjohns.org/MothersDay.aspx.

UCLA Health System, YWCA Santa Monica/Westside to Host Free Community Health Seminar Tomorrow UCLA Health System in partnership with the YWCA Santa Monica/Westside will hold a free community health seminar, “Body, Mind, Spirit: Maximizing Your Potential” from 8 a.m.-3 pm., Saturday, April 28 at UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica, 1250 16th St., Santa Monica.

The program will feature experts from health and wellness fields sharing insights on ways to ensure a healthy body, mind and spirit. Interactive sessions will cover such topics as resilience, brain health, acupressure for common ailments, mindful awareness, making sense of medical numbers, nutrition,

caregiver support and spirituality.

Author, speaker and yoga instructor Joan Moran will deliver the keynote address, “The Five Tools of Empowerment.”

The event also will include demonstrations of integrative therapies such as yoga, meditation and aromatherapy, as well as a panel discussion on community engagement and making the transition from career to volunteer.

For reservations or more information, call 800-516-5323.

Free parking will be available in the hospital parking structure at 1311 16th St.

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Atma Khalsa and Danielle Rubin of Beverly Hills were named to the fall 2011 dean’s list for academic excellence at The Johns Hopkins University.

Both will graduate in May 2013.

To be named to the list, students must have GPA of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale in a program of at least 14 credits with at least 12 graded credits.

• Khalsa, the daughter of Harold Perry and Karta Vold, attended Vivian Webb School in Claremont, and is majoring in cognitive science.

• Rubin, the daughter of Abraham and Annette Rubin, attended Marlborough School and is majoring in art history. ***** Peter C. Hanson of Beverly Hills has earned a bachelor of science degree from Excelsior College in Albany, N.Y. Excelsior is an accredited, private, nonprofit that focuses on the needs of working adults by providing multiple avenues to degree completion including its own online courses and college-level proficiency examinations, and the acceptance of credit in transfer from other colleges and universities. ***** Three Beverly Hills students have earned honors from Binghamton University in Binghamton, N.Y. • Seungjin Yoo was named to the university’s School of Management dean’s list for the fall 2011 semester.

• Tae Young Oh and Sungin Ahn received academic honors from the university’s Harpur College of Arts and Sciences.

Binghamton University is one of the four university centers of the State University of New York. ***** Taylor Cohen will be inducted into Phi Beta Kappa at the University of Massachusetts Amherst on May 11.

The daughter of Jeryll and Mark Cohn, Taylor is at 2008 Beverly High graduate. A member of the class of 2012, she is a linguistics and comparative literature major.

Phi Beta Kappa honors recent graduates and current juniors and seniors who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement in the humanities and fine arts, natural sciences and mathematics, and social and behavioral sciences. ***** Danielle Hausner of Beverly Hills has been inducted into the Lambda Chi chapter of the Communication Honor Society, Lambda Pi Eta, at Curry College in Milton, Mass.

At a dinner reception with faculty, family, and fellow Lambda Chi members, Hausner received a certificate after a traditional candle-lighting ceremony. Members also receive a pin and honor cord to be worn at graduation.

Lambda Pi Eta members are undergraduate students who have achieved a high level of academic excellence in the communication field.

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ARTS & E N T E RTA I N M E N T Free Event From Theatre 40

The Five Year Engagement–Much Too Long For This Funny, Well-Cast Movie Jason Segel and Nicholas Stoller Jerry Cutler are back with a follow up to their first film collaboration Forgetting Sarah on Film Marshall. I believe fans will forget the The Five Year Engagement sooner than they forget Sarah.

The major problem being that sometimes Engagement feels like a series of vignettes which have a life of their own and superfluous to the story.

However, the diversions didn’t bother me because the events were so funny thanks to the impeccable casting.

To begin with, Segel as Tom Solomon is perfect as a sous chef who is in love with Violet Barnes the exquisite and talented Emily Blunt, UK’s most precious export since the English colonists. Tom Solomon proposes and Violet accepts. They go to a Chassidic Chabad rabbi hoping he will marry them. He asks if Violet is Jewish. The shiksa goddess hesitates and then confesses that she is not, thereby piercing the hearts of every Jewish male currently on J-Date.

The character that almost steals the movie is Suzie (Alison Brie) who plays Violet’s mercurial sister. She is a talented and gifted actress who must have majored in whimsy in college.

Her relationship with Alex (Chris Pratt) is one of the highlights of the script.

The story is far from complex and not at all unique. Violet, a psychology major is accepted into a two-year graduate program at the University of Michigan. Tom leaves his job and goes with her to frigid Ann Arbor and lands a job at a delicatessen making sandwiches.

One doesn’t have to be an epicurean to know that conflict will surely follow. And, it does when they are unable to mend the situation and take up with different partners. Will they or won’t they get together? Until such time they decide, Segel and Stoller insert more funny innocuous situations.

The Five Year Engagement runs 124 minutes, which is about 15 too long. However, if it’s laughs you crave, you will be fulfilled. As an extra bonus there is a terrific score by Van Morrison. Some scenes could have been cut, but certainly not the Sesame Street takeoff between Violet and Suzie at the end of the film. Pure genius.

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‘Kids’ Program To Present Persian Plays Theatre 40’s Kids Acting Out in association with the Beverly Hills Unified School District will present “Persian Plays” at 5 p.m., Saturday, May 6 at the acting group’s Reuben Cordova Theatre, 241 S. Moreno Dr. on the BHHS campus.

Melanie MacQueen directs a cast of juvenile performers in plays based on old Iranian stories. Her adaptations include “The Diviner Who Wasn’t” and “The Magic Horse.” There is also an adaptation

by John Leslie of an Iranian Jewish parable, “The Servant and the Honey Jar.” The plays also include some Persian music and a bit of singing and dancing as well as a little puppetry.

Admission is free, but reservations are strongly suggested and may be made at 213-385-5515.

Parking is available under the theater.

For more information on Kids Acting Out, visit www.theatre40.org

Resident’s Film Featured In BH Festival dren’s program ZaAngela Wright, a short film written by and starring four-year Beverly Hills boomafoo, and resident Genevieve Farrell will be feawent on to have a tured at this year’s International Beverly lead role in the Hills Film Festival, screening at 11 a.m., Julia Roberts’ protomorrow at the Clarity Theater, 100 N. duced American Crescent Dr. Girl film Molly: An With Bodhi Elfman, Amanda Bauer American Girl On and James C. Burns, the film fells the The Homefront. story of high-school student Angela A Canada naWright whose rash cheating on a math tive and recent test escalates into decisions that may graduate of USC as Genevieve Farrell derail her future. a film major, she Farrell was inspired to write the film writes, produces and acts. She recently after seeing a girl at her high school cheat won best actress for her film at both the on an English test by writing on her thigh. Women of Cinematic Arts Festival and “It seemed like a wierd thing to do,” says Self Medicated Film Expo. She recently Farrell. “So I wrote the film about pres- completed an independent film and sure and how we deal with it; how we writes a fashion blog. loose sight of our goals and what’s imporTickets are available by calling 310tant in life.”

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Page 16 | April 27, 2012 ASSOCIATION OF LEGAL ADMINISTRATORS—Greater Los Angeles Chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators (GLA ALA) honored Volunteer of the Year award recipient Luci Hamilton (left), Director of Administration and Finance at Karlin & Peebles in Beverly Hills, at the Leadership Luncheon, April 10. She is pictured here GLA ALA Past President Jim Van Dusen, CLM, Executive Director of The Morrison Law Group and GLA ALA President Shaun Morrison, Office Administrator for Allen Matkins Leck Gamble Mallory & Natsis LLP in Century City.

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METRO (Continued from page 1)

Angeles County Supervisor Mike Antonovich voting against and Los Angeles County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas abstaining.

Beverly Hills submitted their request for a public hearing to Metro on Monday and today’s Metro Board of Directors meeting is the first response the City has received.

Metro now has no less than 15 and no more than 60 days to hold a hearing. After the hearing, it will have 30 days to issue its decision in writing.

Boardmember Lisa Korbatov told the Metro Board that this hearing is an opportunity to “press the restart button.”

“We’ve spent over $1 million, three months and… we did the science,” Korbatov said.

“We want the subway to be in the right place for the right reasons. Let’s have open dialogue now and let’s all read the science.”

Beverly Hills Mayor Willie Brien said he submitted the resolution the City Council approved last week regarding the proposed subway alignment under Beverly Hills High School.

“The citizens of Beverly Hills have been and remain enthusiastic supporters of the Westside Subway Extension,” Brien said. “Our only objection to the project is the route to Century City that would tunnel under the historic Beverly Hills

High School.”

Hawthorne PTA President Dana Gilbert said as a parent with two children who will be attending Beverly Hills High School, she was a concerned about a tunnel going underneath Beverly Hills High School.

“My children are going to be sitting in those classrooms during the tunneling and I don’t want what happened in Hollywood to happen,” Gilbert said.

“I don’t want my children to end up at the bottom of a sinkhole.”

“I… support the Constellation stop because there are so many jobs along [the Constellation Corridor],” SCIU security officer Robert Branch said. “It’s like the gift that keeps on giving.”

Los Angeles Councilmember Bill Rosendahl said he felt approving the subway was a “no brainer.”

“My Westside is absolutely paralyzed, we cannot move on the Westside, it takes hours to move a few blocks,” Rosendahl said. “We need to move and expedite [the Westside Subway Extension] as quickly as we can.”

Although the Metro board did not vote on the Constellation Boulevard station or the alignment from Beverly Hills into Century City, the board has approved the terminus station at Wilshire/La Cienega.

County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavksy agreed to postpone the decision on the Constella-

tion Boulevard Station and alignment from Beverly Hills to Constellation until after the public hearing has taken place but he said Los Angeles County has tunnels underneath schools, hospitals, government buildings and houses, and that a tunnel would be safe underneath the high school.

“We need to be careful, we need to do it right,” Yaroslavsky said. “No one person would want to build a tunnel under any building or any home that wasn’t safe but if it’s safe in one part of the County then it’s safe in every part of the County. You can’t have a standard in one part of town and not have the same standard applied to another part of town. Yaroslavsky did not address the serious problem of the oil fields under Beverly High with the resulting methane gas present. (A situation similar to the Fairfax area where a previous explosion occurred).

Duarte Mayor John Fasana told the board he had reservations about Metro’s studies.

“If I had chance to look at the Leighton study [commissioned by the Beverly Hills Unified School District]," he said. "I’d be interested to hear the response to that. I’m not a geologist. I can throw dirt and rocks around but at this point it still merits more review.”

The Federal Transit Administration’s public comment period for the final Environmental Impact Statement will continue to be open through May 22.

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automobile dealership, to be located at the southwest corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Maple Drive, was approved with two conditions that Commission Chair Allen Rennett said would be verified by a sub-committee of three commissioners. Following that approval, Jim Falk Lexus will be able to begin pulling permits in anticipation of construction.

“It was really just a matter of making sure the plans conformed with the agreement,” he said. “I’m confident they’re doing it.”

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to increase their efforts.

UCLA has refused to work with many organizations, including the Bel Air Garden Club, to preserve the 1.5-acre landscaped Kyoto-style garden at 10619 Bellagio Rd. Prized for the serenity it has offered the community for over half a century, the Zen-like retreat boasts native Japanese greenery, in addition to a teahouse, bridges, symbolic rocks, water basins and a shrine.

In 1964, former UC regent and UCLA alum Edward Carter, renowned for his civic engagement and philanthropy, bequeathed funds with a contractual stipulation that the garden property be maintained in perpetuity.

In September 2010, Alameda County Superior Court Judge Carl Morris authorized the Regents to sell the property at their discretion.

Advocacy groups have critized the University’s behavior, such as petitioning a judge to amend the agreement to allow the removal of the sale restriction just months after Hannah Carter died in 2009. Following her husband’s passing in 1996, Hannah Carter paid UCLA a total of $672,000 to rent the property.

Hannah Carter’s son, Jim Caldwell, said he was frustrated

by UCLA’s refusal to even enter into discussions to save the garden by partnering with the Garden Conservancy or other groups.

“The irony for me is that there are all these organizations that want to save the garden and [UCLA doesn’t] even want to sit down and talk,” he said.

Earlier this month, in response to a planned demonstration by a coalition of nearly

The issues included appropriate signage and roll-down doors for the top two floors where vehicles will be stored.

The Commission also approved designs for Dior’s remodel, which will include a glass panel facade flanked by brushed stainless steel frames and backlit by LED lighting.

“We thought it was excellent and innovative and was going to be very interesting,” Rennett said.

The luxury store will be temporarily located in the MGM building on North Beverly Drive during the remodel.

20 community organizations opposed to the sale, UCLA opted to cancel its open house rather than expose potential bidders to the controversy.

According to UCLA Media Relations & Public Outreach Associate Director Phil Hampton, the University’s position on the sale has not changed. In a February Op-Ed piece for the UCLA Daily Bruin, Chancellor Gene Block contended that the University had been “severly impacted by dramatic reductions in state support and must sell the property.”

Hampton said the garden has not served an educational purpose since 1993 and due to maintenance costs ($110,000 a year) and lack of parking, the University determined the property was untenable.

A 1993 letter from the Dean of Life Sciences, Fred Eiserling, to Vice Chancellor Alan Charles, stated “the Hannah Carter Japanese Garden does not serve an instructional or research function.”

That letter formed an integral part of the University’s petition to modify the Trust to remove the “in perpetuity” clause, signed by San Francisco Supervising Deputy Attorney General Kelvin Gong in July 2010.

Hampton said sealed bids for the garden and the adjacent residence at 626 Siena Way, currently listed by Coldwell Banker at $9 million, would be accepted until 5 p.m. on May 22nd and publicly opened on May 23rd. He declined to provide the number of bids that have already been submitted.

According to legal documents, the sale of the Carter residence is to be used to fund endowments and the priority endowment was specified as the Hannah Carter Japanese Garden.

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TRENCHING REPORT (Continued from page 1)

documented in one of the trenches on the Beverly Hills High School campus. Trenches are the gold standard compared to boring. In some cases these fractures indicate fault zones, but Leighton Senior Engineering Geologist Joe Roe said this time it merely indicates erosion.

“Those layers are truncated and cut off by erosion from Benedict Canyon, these layers just died off into space,” Roe said. “The soil fractures are simply just fractures, cracks in the ground and they are not faults.”

By analyzing the trenching at BHHS, Roe confirmed the WBHL had not been active in a

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more dialysis time but feel much better as they could walk around with a miniaturized battery operated machine worn as a belt.

Earlier this month, Gura’s WAK was one of three projects accepted into the Federal Drug Administration End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Innovation Challenge.

The ESRD Challenge is an accelerated program to assist new projects in dialysis treatments, in getting fast approval from the FDA to make it available to the public in the U.S. More than 2 million people throughout the world are on dialysis, and in the U.S. about 20 percent of dialysis patients die every year .

“When the kidneys fail, the poisons accumulate in the body,” Gura said. “The vast majority of the patients who need a transplant will die before they get it. So, dialysis is the main solution, and consists of running the patients blood through a large machine connected by two thick needles to cleanse the blood.

Patients on dialysis have a better quality of life if they are able to undertake dialysis every day, but that requires many more hours of care, that doctors and nurses can’t offer in beds they don’t have. If not, toxins build up in their blood,

April 27, 2012 | Page 17 minimum of 70,000 years, but more likely closer to 100,000 years.

Boardmember Noah Margo expressed concerns to Tim Buresh, the Southern California High Speed Rail Authority Regional Director, that Metro would argue with the trenching data. When dealing with the BHUSD, the Metro board and experts have been very defensive over the less-precise boring data, which concludes that it has been active.

“Sure, they’ll be incredibly defensive,” Buresh said. “[But,] we’ve had five separate people look at those soils and all have come to the same general conclusions. The volume and detail we have is greater than anything Parsons Brinckerhoff has to substantiate its recommen-

dations.”

Buresh reaffirmed through his experience as the former COO of the Los Angeles Unified School District, there is no public school in California with a heavy railway under a permanent building.

“The closest example is Young Oak Kim Academy… the station runs diagonally,” Buresh said. “There was a school built after the station was completed. The school sits on the corner where it very non-accidentally misses the station altogether. That’s not just an indication it hasn’t been done, but a reluctance to be the first guinea pig to try and do it with the [Division of State Architect].”

Buresh said Metro plans to build tunnels that, from the top

and life becomes uncomfortable and limited.

“Society doesn’t have the financial resources to pay for daily dialysis,” Gura said. “I need to improve the quality of life for my patients.”

The WAK is the first miniaturized dialysis machine of its kind in the world. It is battery operated and uses very little water as compared to the currently used machines. Gura said that in the past some Nephrology specialists have been skeptical of the WAK, but that now his concept has gained world wide acceptance.

“We can’t continue doing business as usual because too many people suffer too much, and the high mortality is unacceptably high ,” Gura said. “We had to come up with something better for them. The only reason you become a doctor is either to alleviate suffering or save lives. This is like being a doctor on steroids because now I hope

to be saving a lot of lives through the device.”

Gura said the WAK has been tested in the lab, on pigs, and in two successful human trials in Italy and the United Kingdom. Now, it will undergo trials across the country, in different facilities including the University of Washington, downstate New York, UCSD and Vanderbilt, for different periods of time. He said he is hoping the trials will be completed in less than two years.

“We have definite estimates of what the pathway should be, but now that the FDA is involved we are much more confident that collaborating with their team may help us do things better and faster” Gura said. “I’m elated to work with the FDA. The FDA has been demonized, but [from] what I encountered, they are a wonderful group of people, modest, knowledgeable, smart and trying to do good.”

of the tunnel, are relatively shallow in the ground and will affect any potential construction to go on at Beverly Hills High School.

“People like a lot of separation between tunnels and adjacent structures,” Buresh said.

“This isn’t a question of tunnels below buildings, it’s a question of tunnels in buildings. Metro has framed an entire analysis based on separation from existing buildings and ignored separation from future buildings.

Metro has less than 40 years of experience and the BHUSD has protected this district for nearly a century. It’s a shame Metro has simply ignored that, under the assumption that you could somehow live with whatever they do.”

Beverly Hills Stuntman Needs Transplant Former Beverly Hills Resident Len Richard is awaiting the phone call that will change his life. He needs both a kidney and liver transplant. Volunteers are trying to raise funds for his expenses.

A kidney/liver transplant costs about $750,000. Even with health coverage, Richard’s expenses will be significant.

For the rest of his life, he will need follow-up care and antirejection medications.

To make a donation in Richard’s honor, visit www.transplants.org and select “Find an NFT Patient” to search for him.

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LUAU BOOK FAIR—Horace Mann students and parents at last week’s Luau Book Fair, part of the school’s Multicultural Week. Front row, from left: Daniella Kiewicz, Samantha Boudaie, Ava Dillard, Willa Ziegenfuss, Zela Al-Asadi, Sonal Kapur and Katya Al-Asadi. Back row, from left: Martina Ziegenfuss, Jeannie Kiewicz, Trisha Hutton, and Caridad Martinez.

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Community Center by 50 percent, based purely on current usage.

The proposed 20,895square-foot community center does not factor in a proposed 29 percent increase in additional class offerings, including 10 added classes for youth and teens.

“What we’re trying to do is build a community center that will meet the needs and be built,” Hunt-Coffey said.

Hunt-Coffey’s proposal included a 625-square-foot kitchen, a 2,000-square-foot fitness room, and six rooms that ranged in size from 400square-feet to 4,500-squarefeet.

Over the course of two meetings this year, the City Council-Recreation and Parks Liaison has discussed the possibility of both rehabilitating the current community center as well as a complete redo.

Irving-based construction management provider C.W. Driver is expected to provide costs for bringing the park’s community center up to code in a matter of weeks following a City-commissioned $20,000 study, Hunt-Coffey said.

Those numbers will be a critical factor in determining what the commission recommends, according to Chairperson Susan Gersh.

Commissioners Howard Rosoff and Alan Block both questioned why the commis-

sion would recommend the City Council proceed forward with rehabilitating the “inadequate” current community center, regardless of C.W. Drive’s cost prospective.

“Rehabilitation would still leave us with an up-to-code, but inadequate facility,” Rosoff said. “It doesn’t give the city what it needs.”

Block advocated building a two-story building in order to maintain green space while balancing the programmatic needs of today and the future.

“Having a two-story building may be the only option,” he said. “I would recommend that rehabilitation is the lowest [option] on the totem pole.”

During the previous Liaison meeting on March 14, community members were vocally frustrated by a 30-minute presentation from former Board of Education member Gerald Lunn on his idea to reconfigure the community center to reside at the northeast corner of the park, in addition to including underground parking and possibly adding another vehicle lane on Roxbury.

“There hasn’t been consensus on anything,” Commissioner Simone Friedman said, adding that the figures from C.W. Drive could push consensus in one direction.

The next Liaison meeting on the future of Roxbury Park will be held on May 7 from 2 to 4 p.m. at City Hall.

By Marla Schevker Team Beverly Hills began accepting applicants last week for the 2012/2013 season. Applications are due by Thursday, June 7 and are available at public counters in the Library, City Hall, Ranger Station and City Clerks office or at www.beverlyhills.org.

Team Beverly Hills currently includes 37 resident participants and two Beverly Hills High School students.

Team members are selected through an application process and the only requirement for the applicant is that he or she is a resident.

Similar to last year, 20 members will be selected by councilmembers, 15 candidates will be selected through a lottery process and the two BHHS students will be selected by the BHUSD.

Community Services Administrator Gisele Grable said during 2011 the City had more than 100 team Beverly Hills Alumni volunteer on a variety of City Commissions, 68 percent of current commissioners are alumni, and provided over 4,000 volunteer hours throughout the year.

Team Beverly Hills graduate, class of 2011/2012, Ray Flade said he thought the program was “very educational.”

“You get to see the internal workings of the City and that was very interesting to me,” Flade said.

A member of the City’s Disaster Communications Systems team, Flade said participating in Team Beverly Hills gave him a new understanding of what to check for during an emergency.

DCS members have ham

radio licenses. In addition to helping the BHPD during DUI checkpoints and during large events like the L.A. Marathon, each member has an active part in keeping Beverly Hills safe in case of an emergency.

“In an earthquake, it’s not just fire and police, although they are the primary people you look for,” Flade said.

Pipes may break, gas mains may break, sewers may back up … [fixing that] involves City infrastructure in addition to the fire and police [departments].”

Applications are due by June 7 and the Team Beverly Hills program will take place over 10 weeks from this September to February 2013.

Members are required to pay $50 for the program. For more information visit http://beverlyhills.org/government/teambh/default.asp.

NOGUEZ

offered perks including promotions and tax breaks for campaign donations After Noguez announced last month that he was off by $13.6 billion in his property tax estimates from his projections in December, allegations of favoritism on the reassessment of property taxes were swiftly brought forth.

Noguez announced a decline in his estimated property tax base from $18.7 billion in December to $5.1 billion in March.

Many school districts throughout the county, including the Beverly Hills Unified

School District, who depend on those funds, are going to lose out significantly due to diminution of essential property tax funds.

Noguez previously worked for more than 20 years as an appraiser with Ramin Salari, who runs Assessment Appeals Services. Salari allegedly pressured multiple clients to make contributions to Noguez’s campaign as County Assessor.

According to the LA Weekly, several of those clients subsequently received substantial reductions in their property tax assessments.

an administrative and academic function,” Woods said. “We didn’t want there to be any doubt about the things we do.”

The board approved hires from outside the district for Woods’ other two newly-created positions. The district will hire Chris Hertz to become director of Academic Excellence/Technology and Miguel Marco, will become coordinator of Personnel Services.

Marco is currently assistant principal at Lincoln Middle School in Santa Monica and will join BHUSD on May 15.

Hertz, who currently serves as principal of Mar Vista Elementary in Aptos, California will join BHUSD on July 1.

Woods said the moves will

be essentially cost neutral for the district.

The salary of Alex Cherniss, former assistant superintendent of Business Services, will go to Tedford. Murakawa-Leopard will receive about a 6 percent salary increase for taking on extra duties in her new role and the director of Academic Excellence/Technology will be paid using Tedford’s old salary.

Woods said there were a couple of unfilled positions in the district, one being a director of Maintenance and Operations. Instead of filling that position, he decided to create the coordinator of Personnel Services.

performed since the 2004 examination.”

Board President Brian Goldberg was unsure why an AHERA report hadn’t been done since 2004 and Cayabyab couldn’t be reached at press time to comment on the matter.

Goldberg did stress to The Courier the asbestos is contained in building walls and is not currently a health hazard, but would be if it is disturbed, which would be the case when the district moves forward into the construction phase of its

plans to renovate the high school.

“We’re about to do a major renovation and modernization of the high school and we need to know what we’re dealing with before we presumably bring in a contractor,” Goldberg said.

Hall’s issue with it was largely the cost of $86,000.

“That’s a lot of money and this is someone just going in and saying there’s lead and asbestos in certain areas in the building, not actually taking it out,” Hall said.

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partiality,” Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael Antonovich said. “I encourage the District Attorney’s office to act expeditiously to expose and extinguish any undue influence or unethical dealings to restore the public’s trust in the office as swiftly as possible.”

In February, the Los Angeles DA’s office opened an investigation into Noguez’s actions and according to reports in the Los Angeles Times and the LA Weekly, multiple people have alleged that Noguez

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and the hiring of two new district employees.

The chart included new positions for chief administrative officer and chief academic officer. Former Assistant Superintendent Dawnalyn Murakawa-Leopard will become chief administrative officer and Jennifer Tedford will be chief academic officer. Her former title was interim director of Curriculum, Instruction and Professional Development.

Woods told The Courier the moves give the district a clear direction for the future.

“This clarifies that the district has two major functions,

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every three years. Margo told The Courier that was one of the inconsistencies that led to him voting against the survey.

“That’s another missing component, does that mean we’re delinquent four times over?” Margo said.

“I’m not against eventual exploration of hazmat in the high school,” Margo added.

“But I felt we didn’t have enough documentation researched into what has been

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BIRTHDAY GREETINGS—Celebrating are Jack Klugman and Amy Freisleben (April 27); Ann Margret, Jessica Alba, Sheri Rosenblum, and Jay Leno (April 28); Daniel Day Lewis, Uma Thurman, Jerry Seinfeld, Robert Gottlieb, Celeste Holm, Zubin Mehta, Mara New, Kate Mulgrew and Michelle Pfeiffer (April 29); Christine Burnett, Kirsten Dunst, and Willie Nelson (April 30); Rita Coolidge and Judy Collins (May 1); David Beckham, Theodore Bikel, Englebert Humperdink and Ronnie White (May 2); Roger Lefkon, Lillian Raffel, Nancy Nebenzahl, Frankie Valli, and Pam Kurtz (May 3); and belatedly to Norman Brokaw (April 21).

Joan Mangum EIF Women's Cancer Research Fund co-founder Quinn Ezralow, EIF Women's Cancer Research Fund co-founder Jamie Tisch, EIF Women's Cancer Research Fund co-founder Kelly Chapman Meyer, EIF Women's Cancer Research Fund co-founder Marion Laurie,“Unforgettable Evening” benefiting the Entertainment Industry Foundation Women’s Cancer Research Fund celebrated the 15th anniversary of the fund at The Beverly Hilton,

raising $2 million.

Emcee Melissa Peterman kept the crowd laughing throughout the night. Sheryl Crow accepted the “Courage” Award for her battle against breast cancer and the “Nat King Cole” Award was presented to Glamour’s Editor-in-Chief Cindi Leive for her charitable works and contributions.

The evening closed with a special musical performance by Grammy-winning Rihanna, who

Astrology

By Holiday Mathis TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Apr. 27).You’ll break big goals down into small chunks and get to work in May. June puts a new person in your life, and you’ll be creatively inspired because of this influence.

August is your chance to trade up on a big-ticket item. With great emotional maturity, you’ll lead the way for loved ones in September.

Virgo and Pisces people adore you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You

are finding a new sense of identity apart from your family role. You accept that your family did their best for you, and this is what allows you to accept yourself.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). When your sign mate Walt Whitman wrote that there “will never be any more perfection than there is now,” he wasn’t talking about the “now” that happened back then. He was talking about the “now” in which

sang a set which included hits Only Girl, What’s My Name, Umbrella and We Found Love.

The Women’s Cancer Research Fund supports innovative research, education and outreach directed at the development of more effective approaches to the early diagnosis, treatment and prevention of all women’s cancers. It is also funds research being conducted at NCI accredited medical institutions primarily based in L.A. For more information visit www.cifoundation.org.

Meanwhile, congrats to chairs Rita Wilson, Kate Capshaw and Steven Spielberg for a fabulous evening. you are reading this.

CANCER (June 22-July 22).

Righteousness doesn’t solve anything and instead promotes a sense of inequality and division.

That’s why you’ll focus on yourself and on doing what it takes to make your life better, regardless of the wrongdoings of others.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’ll be playing a social game of sorts.

Some will take it far more seriously than you do, and this gives you an advantage. You’ll rise above the situation and form a strategy instead of reacting to the play-byplay.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You'll be brimming with cool, novel ideas for creating fun times with your loved ones. Of course, until you try them out, you can't tell just how cool they are. Follow through, and bring a camera.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Like a

Guests included fund co-founders Kelly Chapman Meyer, Anne Douglas, Quinn Ezralow, Marion Laurie, and Jamie Tisch.

Also spotted Dr. Michael Gillete; Ron Frasch (president/CMO of Saks Fifth Avenue); Kirk Douglas, Lisa Kudrow, Martin Short, Amber Valletta, Laurie David, Barbara Davis, Lori Loughlin, Vanessa Getty, Gela Nash-Taylor, John Taylor, Steve Tyrell and George Schlatter.

UNFORGETTABLE– “An Unforgettable Evening” at The Beverly Hilton benefited EIF's Women's Cancer Research Fund.

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silk cloth dropped from a monument, life reveals itself to you with a degree of pomp and circumstance. You’ll enjoy the way events will be framed in a certain context with accompanying rituals.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You recognize the sound of a soul’s cry, and it won’t be heard with your ears but with your heart. You'll be in tune with the way others are feeling, and you’ll be a healer when those feelings are raw.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21).

Usually, your actions are motivated by many different factors at once.

What you do today will be motivated by a sense of duty, your own aesthetic enthusiasm and the chance for political gain.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). If you know what it's like to love a certain person and not have that love returned, then you may also understand that it is just the kind of

loss from which great art springs.

You’ll turn past pain into something beautiful.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18).

You’re a true friend and stellar partner, which you prove with today’s approach to relationships.

Loan your strength to another instead of using it as a weapon of control.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). Plan your day intelligently in the hope less time will be wasted in mindless activities and useless chatter.

Forethought works brilliantly keeping you moving along your path.

ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). Today brings a surprise and the thrill of experiencing what you couldn’t have anticipated. You are always finding new ways to unwind.

Tonight, your favorite music will transport your mind to a beautiful place.

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Frances Allen Desert Roundup

“Who could ask for anything more?” Ira and George Gershwin posed that question in the lyrics to I Got Rhythm more than half a century ago. It took that long before internationally renowned celebrity photographer-turned-impresario, Michael Childers, provided the definitive answer: “Nobody!”

For the past five years, Childers–who has helped raise more than $12 million for various charities throughout his career–has produced a magical evening of sheer entertainment called “One Night Only.” Made possible by presenting sponsor Wells Fargo Bank and a host of individual benefactors, this brings together about two dozen of the most talented stars musical theater has to offer for an annual one-night, one-song appearance Michael Childers before an enthralled, sold-out audience at Palm Desert’s 1,100-seat McCallum Theatre.

Proceeds from this event go to support the programs and services provided by Jewish Family Services of the Desert, a worthy

ONE NIGHT ONLY–A SRO crowd turned out at Palm Desert’s McCallum Theatre for the “One Night Only” gala fundraiser which celebrated the music of the Gershwins. Five of the benefactors sat with Broadway legend Carol Channing. From left: Barbara Fromm, Annette Bloch, Channing, Barbara Keller, Helene Galen and Harold Matzner.

cause to be sure, but there is no question this incomparable event would not have been possible without Childers’ magic Rolodex and the esteem with which he is held in the entertainment community.

The theme of this year’s “One Night Only” performance was “celebrating the music of the Gershwins.” Director Calvin Remsberg and musical director Ron Abel, had a lot of material to work with as they guided the performances of Lucie Arnaz, Bradley Baker, Brent Barrett, Angel Blue, David Burnham, Ann Hampton Callaway, Melissa Hurley Cassidy, Patrick Cassidy, Carole Cook, Loretta Devine, Brandon Victor Dixon, Rogelio Douglas, Jr., Jason Graae, Alix Korey, Michele Lee, Vicki Lewis, Lypsinka, Marilyn Maye, Freda Payne, Valarie Pettiford, Gary Shaw, Rex Smith, Von Smith, James; Von Smith, James, Billy Stritch, Nita Whitaker, and, The Voices of Calvary.

It was an all Gershwin, all night, performance, and for those who purchased VIP tickets to the event, the evening didn’t end when the curtain went down. There was a catered post-performance “meet and greet” reception at trendy Acqua Pazza California Bistro in Rancho Mirage where among those giving kudos to the cast were performing legends Carol Channing and Kaye Ballard.

More information about Jewish Family Services of the Desert is at 760-325-4088.

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sion, Kaye said he was most proud of his work to strengthen the rules and encourage greater accountability from the City Council.

“I have a real interest for charities and charitable fundraising,” Kaye said.

Known in the community for his successful life insurance business, Alan Kaye Insurance Agency on Canon Drive, Kaye said he draws his expertise in

charitable planning in part from his 38 years experience in life insurance—a trade he learned from his father, Barry Kaye.

During Kaye’s tenure, the commission passed two groups of changes to the municipal code to better enforce charity solicitation-related rules and compel better compliance by reporting non-profit organizations to the IRS and California Secretary of State.

In addition, during his

time as chair several years ago, Kaye organized the head of every City commission to write a letter to the City Council urging the members to pay better attention to the advice that was being given by the commissions.

“He’s been an excellent commissioner,” Commission Chair Lillian Raffel said.

More than 10 candidates have filed applications with the City Clerk’s office to replace Kaye’s post, Raffel said.

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The Beverly High finalists are: Max Schwartz (film and video production); Joshua Gale (sports and entertainment marketing); Jasmine Ganji (film and video production); Edmund Hong (culinary arts-advanced); and Pasha Farmanara (desktop publishing) were among 130 students from 23 districts, two LACOE schools and two juvenile detention centers which took part in the event.

Schwartz received a silver medal in the competition and Farmanara, Galen, Ganji and Hong were each awarded bronze medals.

BHHS participants were selected after submitting a resume and interviewing with their ROP instructor.

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silent auction and Mandel’s appeal, with about 750 people attending.

Founded in 1996 in Beverly Hills, Blattner said the foundation funds innovative cancer research and new alternative trials for patients who are at “the end of the line” in an intimate setting that has provided many patients with not just hope, but tangible benefits as well.

For more information or to purchase tickets contact 310205-5713 or visit www.towercancer.com.

IN THE PURPLE–The Purple Event at Chateau Marmont on the Sunset Strip was presented by The Anita Kaufman Foundation for “Epilepsy Awareness L.A.-Style.” The condition affects more than 50 million people around the world and guests were asked to wear purple to show support. Pictured (from left): honorees Monique Hansen (Hansen Cakes of Beverly Hills) and screenwriter/producer/director Jim Abrahams, executive director of the Charlie Foundation to Help Cure Pediatric Epilepsy; Debra Josephs, executive director of The Anita Kaufmann Foundation, and Jarvee Hutcherson, president of the Multicultural Motion Picture Association. For more information: www.purpleday.org Photo by Ryan Stephenson

CONNIE MARTINSON

Talks Books Susan Sherman, author of The Little Russian Counterpoint ($25), has fictionalized the story of her grandparents’ life and escape from Russia.

Berta has been living in luxury in Moscow as the companion to the wealthy family’s daughter. Now she is sent back to the shtetl where her family lives above the grocery store.

Hershel Alshonsky is not only a sharp wheat merchant, but a member of the Jewish Bund supplying guns to the beleaguered Jewish villagers who are at the mercy of pogroms.

Berta and Hershel marry

and have two children. His success buys them the great house on the hill, the social life with the artistic, non-Jewish society that fulfills Berta’s dreams.

Hershel has never given up his work with the Bund and is forced to escape to America but Berta cannot bring herself to leave her life.

By 1914 unable to leave Russia, Berta is forced to sell off their car, the house, and all possessions to exist. She is spurned by so-called old friends and told to go to the back door as the “house Jew.” Her daughter dies.

Finally in 1920, Hershel is able to rescue her and their son.

In those days, if a husband was a US citizen, the wife was considered one also.

Trustee Sale No. 10CA01618 Title Order No. 100764558-CA-MAI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/15/2007.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 5/18/2012 at 09:00 AM, MERIDIAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE f/k/a MTDS, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION DBA MERIDIAN TRUST DEED SERVICE as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 03/22/2007, Book , Page , Instrument 20070650273 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, executed by: JACQUELINE ANN FINCH AN UNMARRIED WOMAN as Trustor, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR INDYMAC BANK, F.S.B., A FEDERALLY CHARTERED SAVINGS BANK, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do

BEVERLY HILLS

PUBLIC NOTICES

Page 22 | APRIL 27 , 2012 business in this state.

Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without convenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possesssion, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the notes (s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766 Legal Description: As more fully described in said Deed of Trust Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $662,854.69 The street address and other common designation of the real property purported as: 950 NORTH KINGS ROAD 366 , WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069 APN Number: 5529-025-225 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not the property itself. Placing the highest bid at trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property.You should also

be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 573-1965 or visit this Internet Web site www.

Priorityposting.com , using the file number assigned to this case 10CA01618.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone infor-

The business is conducted by: JOINT VENTURE, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Maxwell D. Harris, CFO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 12, 2012; Published: April 06, 13, 20, 27, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012056114 The following is/are doing business as: THE MESULAM GROUP 451 S. Barrington Ave. #105, Los Angeles, CA 90049; Shari Mesulam 451 S. Barrington Ave. #105, Los Angeles, CA 90049; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein September 01, 2011: Shari Mesulam: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 03, 2012; Published: April 13, 20, 27, May 04, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012063297 The following is/are doing business as: RENEW 426 S. Rexford Dr. #4, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Architectural Elements, Inc. 426 S. Rexford Dr. #4, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein April 10, 2012: Debra L. Cherney, President and CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 10, 2012; Published: April 13, 20, 27, May 04, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012057801 The following is/are doing business as: 1) PHARMACY 90210 2) 90210 PHARMACY 3) PHARMACY90210 4) RX 90210 6) 90210 RX 9735 Wilshire Blvd. #110, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Pharmacy 90210, Inc. 540 Palisades Dr., Pacific Palisades, CA 90272; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Shahram Soroudi, CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 04, 2012; Published: April 20, 27, May 04, 11, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012057815 The following is/are doing business as: 1) KIDS FORMAL WEAR 2) BOYS & GIRLS FORMAL WEAR 910-A Santee St., Los Angeles, CA 90015; Matin Yousefi 910-A Santee St., Los Angeles, CA 90015; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed

mation or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. DATE: 4/24/2012 MERIDIAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE f/k/a MTDS, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION DBA MERIDIAN TRUST DEED SERVICE 3 SAN JOAQUIN PLAZA, SUITE 215, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660 Sales Line: (714) 573-1965 OR (702) 5864500 JESSE J. FERNANDEZ, PUBLICATION LEAD MERIDIAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE IS ASSISTING THE BENEFICIARY TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. P944375 4/27, 5/4, 05/11/2012

———————— FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012053643 The following is/are doing business as: EXPAK GROUND 30067 Eigenbrodt Way, Union City, CA 94587; Oakland Overnight Distribution, Inc. 3859 Shovier Lake Ct., Fremont, CA 94555; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein March 20, 2012: F. Barrantes for Oakland Ovnt Distl, Inc., President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 29, 2012; Published: April 06, 13, 20, 27, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012041167 The following is/are doing business as: 1) MY SOLAR SOLUTION 2) CABINET AND BATH SOLUTIONS 5819 W. Olympic, Los Angeles, CA 90036; Redman Construction 1220 West 123rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90044; Don Reith 246 Pacific St., Santa Monica, CA 90405;

herein: Matin Yousefi: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 04, 2012; Published: April 20, 27, May 04, 11, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012057832 The following is/are doing business as: BF LEGACY PORTFOLIO, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 433 N. Camden Dr. #1070, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; BF BOG, LLC 433 N, Camden Dr. #1070, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Stanley and Joyce Black, Trustees of the Stanley and Joyce Black Family Trust, Dated June 24, 1999 433 N, Camden Dr. #1070, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN UNINCORPORATED ASSOCIATION OTHER THAN A PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein March 23, 2012: Zachary Zalben, Manager: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 04, 2012; Published: April 20, 27, May 04, 11, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012057845 The following is/are doing business as: THE DORCHESTER GROUP 9315 Beverly Crest Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Lisa Hoffman 9315 Beverly Crest Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein December 2006: Lisa Hoffman: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 04, 2012; Published: April 20, 27, May 04, 11, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012057857 The following is/are doing business as: LORI FIENBERG INTERIOR DESIGN 158 N. Le Doux Rd., Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Lori Fienberg 158 N. Le Doux Rd., Beverly Hills, CA 90211; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein February 23, 2010: Lori Fienberg: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 04, 2012; Published: April 20, 27, May 04, 11, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012051765 The following is/are doing business as: 1) ENTERTAINMENT COMPANY OF AMERICA (ECA) 2) MESA PROPERTIES 9663 Santa Monica Blvd. #146, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Ruffworld Corporation 9663 Santa Monica Blvd. #146, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under

the name(s) listed herein August 2011: Joesph Ruffalo, Chairman and CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 27, 2012; Published: April 20, 27, May 04, 11, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012070165 The following is/are doing business as: FITNESS BUTLER 219 W. 7th St. #307, Los Angeles, CA 90014; Joseph Bowers 219 W. 7th St. #307, Los Angeles, CA 90014; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein November 05, 2009: Joseph Bowers: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 18, 2012; Published: April 20, 27, May 04, 11, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012070166 The following is/are doing business as: BUTLER SPORT 219 W. 7th St. #307, Los Angeles, CA 90014; Joseph Bowers 219 W. 7th St. #307, Los Angeles, CA 90014; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein November 05, 2009: Joseph Bowers: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 18, 2012; Published: April 20, 27, May 04, 11, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012070088 The following is/are doing business as: MAURICE OKETCH PHOTOGRAPHY 28309 Alfreds Way, Saugus, CA 91350; Maurice Oketch 28309 Alfreds Way, Saugus, CA 91350; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein April 01, 2012: Maurice Oketch: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 18, 2012; Published: April 27, May 04, 11, 18, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012070101 The following is/are doing business as: SOUTH BAY REMARKETING SERVICES 13210 S. Normandie Ave., Gardena, CA 90249; Prime Automotive Group, Inc. 13210 S. Normandie Ave., Gardena, CA 90249; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: F. Shemirani, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 18, 2012; Published: April 27, May 04, 11, 18, 2012 LACC N/C

GRID IRON By Kevin G. Der / Edited by Will Shortz 1

THE NEW YORK TIMES SUNDAY MAGAZINE CROSSWORD PUZZLE

When this puzzle is finished, 12 special squares, along with the shaded squares, will create an image of 56-Down. The 12 squares correspond-ing to the “reflection” of the special squares, when read clockwise from top left, will spell an alternative name for 56-Down.

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BEVERLY HILLS STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT OCONTO COUNTY Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. 7105 Corporate Drive PTX-B-209 Plano, TX 75024 Plaintiff SUMMONS Real Estate Mortgage Foreclosure Case No. 12 CV 23 Honorable Jay N. Conley vs Case Code: 30404 Brett A. Kempton 1864 Cottage Road Little Suamico, WI 54141 Richard M. Kempton 1250 North Kings Road, Apartment 304 West Hollywood, CA 90069 Unknown Spouse of Brett A. Kempton 1864 Cottage Road Little Suamico, WI 54141 Unknown Spouse of Richard M. Kempton 1250 North Kings Road, Apartment 304 West Hollywood, CA 90069 Defendants THE STATE OF WISCONSIN To the following party named as a defendant herein: Unknown Spouse of Richard M. Kempton You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. Within 40 days after April 13, 2012, you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is: Oconto County Clerk of Circuit Court 301 Washington Street Oconto, WI 54153-1621 and to Matthew V.Plummer / Blommer Peterman, S.C., plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is: Blommer Peterman, S.C. 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100. Brookfield, WI 53005 You may have an attorney help or represent you.

If you do not demand a copy of the complaint within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint.

A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

Dated this 27th day of March, 2012 Matthew V. Plummer/ Blommer Peterman, S.C. State Bar No. 1072716 165 Bishops Way, Suite 100 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-790-5719 Blommer Peterman, S.C. is the creditor’s attorney and is attempting to collect a debt on its behalf.

Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

286384 Published 04/13, 04/20, 04/27 ——————————

PUBLIC NOTICES T.S. No. 20110256 Loan No.: 1630395/SAVILLE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 8/5/2008 UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that UNIONBANCAL MORTGAGE CORPORATION, as trustee, or successor trustee, or substituted trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by JAQUELINE SAVILLE, A SINGLE WOMAN recorded 08/26/2008 in Book N/A Page N/A Inst. # 20081538353 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded 6/29/2011 in Book Page Inst. # 2011-0878656 of said Officials Records, will sell on 5/4/2012 at 09:00 AM: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766 at public auction to the highest bidder for cash (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) (Note: Cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to UnionBanCal Mortgage Corporation) all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: As more fully described in said Deed of Trust The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 999 NORTH DOHENY DRIVE #401 WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069 APN# 4340-027056 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.

The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $432,127.18.

The Beneficiary may elect to bid less than the full credit bid. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.

In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid

principal of the note secured by said deed with interest thereon as provided in said Note, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks invovled in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714)573-1965 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit the internet Web site "http://www.priorityposting.com" http://www.priorityposting.com regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case T.S. No. 20110256.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The mortgage loan servicer, beneficiary, or authorized agent has not obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.has been met.

UNIONBANCAL MORTGAGE CORPORATION By: TONI SCANDLYN, ASST. VICE PRESIDENT UnionBanCal Mortgage 8248 Mercury Court. M520, PO BOX 85416 San Diego, California 921865416 858-496-5484 P938827, 4/13, 4/20, 04/27/2012 —————————— NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. 11-25414 Loan No. CSENGERI Title Order No. 95500965 APN 5530016-015 TRA No.YOU ARE IN DEFAULT

UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/27/2008.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 05/07/2012 at 11:00AM. RELIABLE TRUST DEED SERVICES as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 02/29/08 AS INSTRUMENT NUMBER 20080353029 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, executed by: BELA CSENGERI AND MARIA CSENGERI, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, JULIUS JANCSO AND SUSAN JANCSO, TRUSTEES OF THE JULIUS JANCSO AND SUSAN JANCSO REVOCABLE 1998 TRUST, as Beneficiary, WiLL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state).

At: BY THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED AT 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766, ali right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1010 NORTH SPAULDING AVE, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90046. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $ 1 , 6 5 9 , 0 8 8 . 9 8 (Estimated) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real

property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924q of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (818) 708-7272 or visit this Internet Web site LPSASAP.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 11-25414.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. DATE: 4/10/12 RELIABLE TRUST DEED SERVICES, AS TRUSTEE 19510 VENTURA BLVD., SUITE 214 TARZANA. CA 91356 (818) 708-7272 Lynn Wolcott, President A4228828 04/13/2012, 04/20/2012, 04/27/2012 —————————— T.S. No.: 1104937CA Loan No.: 485881 A.P.N.: 5555006-035 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/9/2007.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state of national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do

April 27, 2012 | Page 23 business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges, and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: GARY B. HALL, A SINGLE MAN, Duly Appointed Trustee: Seaside Trustee Inc., Recorded 2/14/2007, as Instrument No. 20070320339, in book , page, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California.

Date of Sale: 5/4/2012 Time: 9:30 AM Place of Sale: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $640,714.02.

Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1155 N. LA CIENEGA BLVD #201, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069.

A.P.N.: 5555-006-035. As required by California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the current beneficiary, loan servicer, or authorized agent has declared on the following: 1.The timeframe for giving this notice of sale as specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. 2. The mortgage loan servicer has obtained a final or temporary order of exemption from the commissioner pursuant to Section 2923.53 and it is current and valid as of the date this Notice of Sale is filed. 3. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.52 have been met. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive

clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (855)986-9342, or visit this Internet Web site H Y P E R L I N K "http://www.superiordefault.com" www.superiordefault.com using the file number assigned to this case 1104937CA .

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 4/10/2012. Trustee Sales Information: 855-9869342, HYPERLINK "http://www.superiordefault.com" www.superiordefault.com Seaside Trustee Inc., P.O. Box 2676, Ventura, CA 93014.

By: Melissa B. Olmos, Admin Assistant.

(04/13/12, 04/20/12, 04/27/12, SDI-1135) –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012053794 The following is/are doing business as: LIPSTICK SISTER 256 N. La Peer Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Irasema Hensi Morris 256 N. La Peer Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90211; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein March 01, 2012: Irasema Hensi Morris: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 29, 2012; Published: April 27, May 04, 11, 18, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012075365 The following is/are doing business as: AUDIOVATION 7162 Beverly Blvd. #343, Los Angeles, CA 90036; Avrohom Avi Greenberg 7162 Beverly Blvd. #343, Los Angeles, CA 90036; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein April 23, 2012: Avrohom Avi Greenberg: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 24, 2012; Published: April 27, May 04, 11, 18, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012058044 The following is/are doing business as: MAKEUPOLOGY 11837 Wagner St., Culver City, CA 90230; Sandra D. Suarez 11837 Wagner St., Culver City, CA 90230; Angelee Medina 8829-1/2 Ramona St., Bellflower, CA 90706; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Sandra Suarez: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 04, 2012; Published: April 27, May 04, 11, 18, 2012 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012057025 The following is/are doing business as: CRDN OF SOUTH LA COUNTY 10531 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064; Perfect Cleaner Inc. 10531 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: David Suber, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: April 03, 2012; Published: April 06, 13, 20, 27, 2012 LACC N/C

Page 24 | APRIL 27 , 2012 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. 738752CA Loan No. 3062933175 Title Order No. 090803724-CA-MAI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05-252006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE P R O C E E D I N G S AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 05-18-2012 at 11:00 A.M., CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 06-022006, Book , Page , Instrument 06 1211872, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California, executed by: MOSHE ADRI, AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier's check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier's check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale.

Place of Sale: BY THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED AT 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766. Legal Description: THAT PORTION OF LOT 10 OF TRACT NO. 7996, IN THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 186, PAGES 4 TO 7 INCLUSIVE OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT IN THAT CERTAIN CURVE ON THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT 10, HAVING A RADIUS OF 90.07 FEET AND A LENGTH OF 44.10 FEET, DISTANT SOUTHERLY 15.50 FEET FROM THE NORTHERLY TERMINUS THEREOF; THENCE ALONG THE BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT 10, NORTHERLY ALONG SAID CURVE, 15.50 FEET; THENCE NORTH 39° 38' 39'' WEST 195.16 FEET TO THE MOST NORTHERLY CORNER OF SAID LOT; THENCE ALONG THE NORTHERLY BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT, 76° 27' 38'' WEST 269.40 FEET TO THE MOST WESTERLY CORNER OF SAID LOT; THENCE ALONG THE WESTERLY

BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT, SOUTH 22° 27' 44'' EAST 340.67 FEET; THENCE LEAVING SAID BOUNDARY NORTH 67° 32' 16'' EAST 39.71 FEET; THENCE NORTH 18° 29' 05'' WEST 13.72 FEET; THENCE NORTH 71° 39' 47'' EAST 60.20 FEET; THENCE NORTH 16° 04' 34'' EAST 180.56 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 85° 51' 04'' EAST 116.99 FEET IN THE POINT OF BEGINNING. EXCEPT THE THEREFROM THAT PORTION LYING WESTERLY OF THE GENERAL EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF LOTS 13, 14 AND 15 OF TRACT NO. 23198, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 661, PAGES 37 THROUGH 40 INCLUSIVE OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,117,949.62 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 1735 SUMMITRIDGE DRIVE BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210 APN Number: 4355-002-028 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold "as is". In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting.

DATE: 04-27-2012 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee CASEY KEALOHA, ASSISTANT SECRETARY CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. California Reconveyance Company 9200 Oakdale Avenue Mail Stop: CA2-4379 Chatsworth, CA 91311 800-892-6902 For Sales Information: (714) 7302727 or www.lpsasap.com (714) 573-1965 or www.priorityposting.com THE FOLLOWING NOTICES APPLY TO PROPERTIES CONTAINING ONE TO FOUR SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES ONLY. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the

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PUBLIC NOTICES property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, this information can be obtained from one of the following two companies: LPS Agency Sales & Posting at (714) 730-2727, or visit the Internet Web site w w w. l p s a s a p. c o m (Registration required to search for sale information) or Priority Posting & Publishing at (714) 5731965 or visit the Internet Web site www.priorityposting.com (Click on the link for “Advanced Search” to search for sale information), using the Trustee Sale No. shown above. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

A-4234297 04/27/2012, 05/04/2012, 05/11/2012 ——————————— NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. 110123333 Title Order No. 11-0103642 APN No. 5554-026-112 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/10/2003.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by SANDRA LEA SMALL, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, AND LORRAINE ANNE SZYBIST, A SINGLE WOMAN AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 11/10/2003 and recorded 11/19/2003, as Instrument No. 03 3491013, in Book , Page , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, will sell on 05/18/2012 at 1:00PM, At the Pomona Valley Masonic Temple Building, located at 395 South Thomas Street, Pomona, California at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest

conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1221 NORTH KINGS ROAD NO. 204, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, 90069. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $362,649.09. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier's checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.Said sale will be made, in an ''AS IS'' condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. If required by the provisions of section 2923.5 of the California Civil Code, the declaration from the mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent is attached to the Notice of Trustee’s Sale duly recorded with the appropriate County Recorder’s Office.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on a property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER

The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 1-800-281-8219 or visit this Internet Web site www.recontrustco.com, using the file number assigned to this case 110123333.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone/Sale Information: (800) 281-8219 By: Trustee's Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt.

Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FEI # 1006.151494 4/27, 5/04, 5/11/2012 —————————— TS No. CA-10-396795-CT Order No.: 100642912CA-GTI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/5/2006.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee.

The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of s a l e. B E N E F I C I A RY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): VU NGUYEN A SINGLE MAN Recorded: 01/26/2006 as Instrument No. 06 0191222 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California; Date of Sale: 5/23/2012 at 09:00 AM Place of Sale: Behind the fountain located in Civic

Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $537,343.55 The purported property address is: 7 0 0 WESTMOUNT DR UNIT 204 , WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069 Assessor’s Parcel No. 4337-004-099 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-573-1965 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.co m, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA1 0 - 3 9 6 7 9 5 - C T. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein.

If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The

Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney.

Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-5731965 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.co m Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY I N F O R M AT I O N OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. P943071 4/27, 5/4, 05/11/2012 —————————— CTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2012054485 The following is/are doing business as: RAMJACK SALES 1455 W. Redondo Beach Blvd. #2309. Gardena, CA 90247-0309; RAMJACK INC. 545 Finney Ct.. Gardena, CA 90248; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Signed: Robert Weinberg, Manager. Ramjack Inc.; Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: March 30, 2012; Published: April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2012 LACC N/C ———————— NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE IN OWNERSHIP OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Date of Filing Application: APRIL 08, 2012 To Whom It May Concern: The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) is/are: TWIN DRAGON INC The applicants listed above are applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 8597 W PICO BOULEVARD LOS ANGELES, CA 90035-2412 Type of license(s) applied for: 47 - ON-SALE GENERAL EATING PLACE Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 888 S. Figueroa St. #320 Los Angeles, CA 90017 213/833-6043 04/27/12, BHC 361123 BEVERLY HILLS COURIER ———————— NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE IN OWNERSHIP OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Date of Filing Application: DECEMBER 13, 2011 To Whom It May Concern: The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) is/are: RCSH OPERATIONS INC The applicants listed above are applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 224 S. BEVERLY DR. BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90212 Type of license(s) applied for: 47 - ON-SALE GENERAL EATING PLACE Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 888 S. Figueroa St. #320 Los Angeles, CA 90017 213/833-6043 04/27/12, BHC 328659 BEVERLY HILLS COURIER

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Part-Time Administrative Assistant We currently have an opening for a parttime/flex hours to handle data entry for our CEO and office team.

Requirements: * Strong computer skills-MS Office Suite & ability to learn new software quickly. * Swift typing skills. * High attention to detail. * Ability to multi-task and execute directions quickly and efficiently. * Nice personality, thoughtful and smart

499 North Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 The Kenquest Building offers an amazing opportunity to lease class A office space in Beverly Hills’ prestigious Golden Triangle.

This prime location on the corner of Santa Monica Boulevard and North Cañon Drive is two blocks east of the world-renowned Rodeo Drive and across from the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts. Offices feature spectacular views with plenty of natural light and on-site valet parking. This is an ideal location for a corporate office, with a full floor available for qualified tenant.

BEVERLY HILLS Beverly Drive PRIVATE PROFESSIONAL

PSYCHOTHERAPY AND MEDICAL OFFICE SPACE

Please email resume and cover letter to:

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310/276-7600 x.203

9233 Burton Way Beverly Hills, 90210

WEEKEND HOUSKEEPER WANTED Beverly Hills home seeks part-time, live-in housekeeper, weekends only. (from Saturday-4pm to Monday 7am).

For light housekeepking. Must have driver’s license.

Call Marissa or Ruth at: 213/383-3222

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CONDOMINIUMS & TOWNHOMES For inquiries contact

Small complex, B.H.+Westside Area Management/ Maintenance Experience a Plus.

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Great Opportunity!

Fax Resume:

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BEAUTY SALON

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RETAIL FRONTAGE & SMALL OFFICE *** SUITES *** NO NNN BUSY AND WELL All Utilities Included.

ESTABLISHED SALON Must Lease Now! IN BEVERLY HILLS

HAS 3 STATIONS FOR RENT Great People Make GOOD COMPANY

2 - HAIRSTYLIST 1- MANICURIST

Our premiere private duty home care agency is currently seeking professional caregivers to assist our senior clients.

CNA’s, CHHA's, MA's preferred.

Great Location Great Parking.

Call 310/246-1365

—————— FACES UNLIMITED Two Stations Available for Rent!

Great paying positions available throughout Nice Situation & Los Angeles, Hancock Park, Beverly Hills, Very Good Prices!

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Beverly Hills, 90211

Please call (323) 932-8700

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————––––––– PRIME POSITION Private Office Suite OFFICE SPACE IN BH at 9595 Wilshire Bl. 700-sq.ft. large office w/ 508 RSF • $2,300/Mo. 1 Large Executive waiting area & storage.

Window Office & Available for Sub-Lease.

1 Support/ Perfect for therapists, Reception Area. lawyers, & other profesContact: Stan Gerlach sional srvcs; convenient Or: Bryan Dunne parking for staff & clients.

310/550-2500

310/266-5522

Call 310/237-2977 or 713/266-1444

Shared waiting room, call light system separate exits, full kitchen, free parking. $900/MO. Utilities Included.

Email:

2 Bd. + 2 1/ 2 Ba. Conierge service, gym spa, security camera’s. $895,000 G LOBAL VANTAGE :

Luxury Living KELEMEN — ———––––––– REAL ESTATE E L E G A N T C O N D O Park Westwood Tower (310) 966-0900 (across W Hotel+UCLA)

OFFICE SPACE N e a r Wilshire on ————— —————–––– Santa Monica Blvd.

PERMANENT P/T STYLIST NEEDED Up to 3,800 For New Assistant Needed $75/day twice per week Beverly Hills Salon Available immediately Call Dr. Rachel Barak: For Busy Starting from Psychiatric Practice Building signage 310/406-5465 Preferred w/experience 50% commission ————— 6210 WILSHIRE BL. available with clientele. in scheduling, patient, Fairfax/Wilshire Contact Kosha Call Bianca: pharmaceutical and UNIQUE & QUIET @ FAIRFAX AVE. 310/888-8681 PSYCHOTHERAPY M O V E - I N S P E C I A L insurance co. interface.

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310/279-5133

Professional appearance.

310 . 8 87. 7 0 5 0

Completely Remodeled living room, bathroom, kitchen w/all new appliances including washer/dryer. 24 hour doorman & security guard, side-by-side prkng 2 tennis courts, swimming pool, gym, etc... Low HOA Call 310/210-8008 or 310/859-7915

with many amenities lynne.bosnack@salesathlete.com

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CONDO FOR SALE WILSHIRE CORRIDOR 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH

OFFICES FOR LEASE ************

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************ Great location w/ views and parking available.

Call: 323/938-4012

Call: 310/395-7272 or email: gary@westhillmgmt.com

all listings are on centurycityliving.com

COMPLETELY RE-DONE.

This Weeks Listings

810sf. Gorgeous city views, 24-hr. doorman, outdoor pool/spa.

CENTURY PARK EAST ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

1 BED, 1 BATH $399,500

High Floor, Renovated, Large Balcony Manhattan Views

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1 BED/1 BATH $460,000 5 Star Renovation, Limestone Counters, Hardwood Floors, Large Balcony, Custom Cabinetry Partial City Views, Quiet Location

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2 BED/2 BATHS $499,000 High Floor, City & Ocean Views Renovated, Wood Floors, Large Balcony, 2 Separated Suites Quiet Location

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1 BED/2 BATHS $1,100,000 Penthouse, One of a Kind Sky Lounge Den, 2 Jumbo Balconies, Walk-In Closet Hardwood Floors, 270 Degree Unobstructed City & Ocean Views

BEVERLY HILLS UP TO 3 BEAUTIFUL, clean, professional, large, remodeled offices available within a full-service suite, w/ excellent views, located on Wilshire Blvd. Secretarial bays, interior offices, & storage also available. $1-2K per office

Call Joe at 310/489-7793

Heated Pools, Sundeck, Tennis, Doorman, Houseman, Gardens & Lawns, Security Staff, Switchboard, Saunas, Business Center CENTURY PARK EAST CENTURY TOWERS PARK PLACE CENTURY HILL LE PARC CENTURY WOODS For Lease See our Ad Sec. 440

1 Bd.+1 Ba. $529,000

CLOSE TO EVERYTHING! Mercedes Coronel: Bkr: 310/980-5677 For A Video Tour: www.youtube.com/ watch?v=XD6_NVRX4L8

————— $1,300,000 PENTHOUSE FOR SALE

ADJ. BEVERLY HILLS 420 S. HAMIL RD. 3BD. + DEN + 2.5BA Approx 2,400 Sq. Ft. built in 2008. Elevator inside the unit with drammatic living room and kitchen, over 12 ft ceilings. huge 2-story closets + 4 more closets, large mater bath.

Call Marina at 310/246- 9928

————— CENTURY CITY $2,500,000 PENTHOUSE! Appx. 3,300 sq ft.

270º Unobstructed Jet-Liner Views!

Dramatic living rm. w/ 11ft.+ ceilings, oversized terrace. formal dining, master suite w/ sitting area, office.

• DIANA COOK • COLDWELL BANKER • BH

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BRENTWOOD W E S T W O O D 11640 Kiowa Ave. 10905 Ohio Ave. Newly Updated • • 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath •• 1 Bd.+1 Ba. •• •• • • controlled access, • • • • • • • • Bright,

626 Siena Way, Bel Air Area, Los Angeles County CA (residential) MINIMUM BID AMOUNT: $9,000,000 Georgian Manor in prime Bel Air location. Balcony, dishwasher, a/c, heated pool, or elevator controlled 10619 Bellagio Rd, Bel Air Area, access, on-site laundry, Los Angeles County CA (land) parking. Close to MINIMUM BID AMOUNT: $5,700,000 Brentwood Village, Landscaped Garden located on over an acre. Shops & Restaurants.

• 310/826-4889 • or 626 Siena Way and 10619 Bellagio Road, Bel Air (residential and land) MINIMUM BID AMOUNT: $14,700,000

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W E S T W O O D BEVERLY HILLS B E V E R L Y H I L L S • • • • • 1409 Midvale Ave. 443 S. Oakhurst Dr. • 1• Bd. + 1 Ba. • • • • • • • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • • • • • • • 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. • = +1 Ba. 2 Bd. • GORGEOUS UNITS = = = = = = •• ••

BRIGHT & S PACIOUS Central air, large balcony, pool, elevator, BEVERLY HILLS on-site laundry, Close To U.C.L.A. A/C, pool, intercom LIVING. intercom entry. entry, laundry facility, 310/477-6856 Balcony, dishwasher, 320 N. La Peer Dr. elevator, parking.

• WESTWOOD • Close to U.C.L.A. • 310/246-0290 • elevator, intercom balcony, pool, elevator, laundry fac., prkg.

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310/478-8616

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• 2 Bdrm. +1 Bath • • 1 Bdrm. +1 Bath • **CENTURY CITY**

310/208-3085

Alcove fireplace, fridge, laundry facility, gated parking, intercom entry and more.

• 310/552-8064 •

Beverly Hills Adj.

WEST L.A.

3 B d . + 1 1/ 2 B a .

310/864-0319

323/352-6255

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kitch. w/ nook, lrg. yard.

Westwood Charter School. $3,800/Month

2 Bdrm. Apt.

714/231-6938

Gated garage, laundry fac.

$650 + Security

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401 S. HOOVER St.

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310/980-3384

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*Control * * * access, * * * * W I L SCHOIRRREI D O R

In The HEART of BEV. HILLS TRIANGLE POOL, 10530-10540 170 N. Crescent Dr. dishwasher, elevator, Wilshire Bl. 1 2 Bdrm.+1 /2 Bath on-site laundry • 1 Bdrm. +1 Bath • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath and parking.

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Large & Bright.

Pool, a/c, balcony,

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BRENTWOOD ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞

BEVERLY HILLS fridge, stove, laundry 11666 Goshen Ave. 1628 Westgate Ave. 218 S. Tower Dr. (•)(•)(•)(•)(•) rm., prkg., intercom 1 Bd.+Den+11/2 Ba. ~ 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. ~ • • • • • • • • • Single • • entry, elevator.

• • • • • Single Bright & Airy.

Dishwasher,

• • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • •

SEEKING Old World Charm ! +D.R.+Detached Off. Intercom entry, on-sight FEMALE ROOMMATE COMPLETELY REMODELED. parking, on-sight Bright, intercom entry, fridge, stove, laundry fac. laundry facility.

Long-term. Working person. Charming, fireplace, CLOSE TO RESTAURANTS Close to transportation. central air, granite & SHOPPING .

Your Own Bedroom in Huge Spacious

intercom-entry, on-site • 1 Bath laundry, parking.

DISHWASHER, 310/207-1869

Rooftop jacuzzi with * * * * panoramic city views. • 1 B d r m

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Close to U.C.L.A.

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RENTALS TO SHARE

WEST L.A.

entry, on-site laundry, parking.

P LEASE C ALL : 310/435-3693

SANTA MONICA + 2 Bath • 1 B d . + 1 B a . • 2 Bdrm.

• CONDO • ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ stove, ∞ ∞ ————–––– •• •• •L o• t s• o• f •• •• ∞ Balcony, 1222 Princeton St. LARGE, SUNNY & BRIGHT. — dishwasher, SANTA MONICA Character & Charm !

Patio, dishwasher, • 2 Bedroom * * * * * * * *

Cash only. For information, showings and/or bid package, contact Joyce Essex & Danny Harvey Montana Ave. heated pool, intercom 427 (DRE#00935613/01272324) 310-922-7476, •• • ••• •••• Ron de Salvo (DRE#00576209) 310-777-6233, entry, on-sight lndry., prkg.

• Single ••• • •• 301 N Canon Dr Ste E, Beverly Hills, CA 90210. Close to Everything. • • •••• ••• 424/202-7286 Bids to be delivered to: Controlled access, The Regents of the University garage, laundry facility.

• WESTWOOD • Close to Beach. of California, c/o RESG, 1428 Kelton Ave. 310/394-7132 1111 Franklin St. 6th Flr, Oakland, CA 94607-5200 Spacious no later than 5:00pm on Tuesday, May 22, 2012.

MID-WILSHIRE • Single • Public bid opening at 10:00 a.m. on 340 S. St. Andrews Pl. Hardwood floors, Wednesday, May 23, 2012 in the Main 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath Conference Room, 1111 Broadway Street, dishwasher, controlled Balcony, controlled access, on-site 14th Floor, Oakland, CA 94607-5200. access, parking, laundry & parking. elevator, on-site laundry.

C LOSE TO U.C.L.A. Close to shopping.

425

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2220 S. Beverly Glen 12333 TeXaS Ave. Controlled access, 120 Granville Ave. parking, laundry facility. • • S I N G L E • • ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞

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Luxury Living with valet, lush garden CLOSE TO SHOPS ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) surrounding pool, & R ESTAURANTS .

Central air/heat, gym, elevator, etc. fireplace, patio, 310/385-9169 Dishwasher, controlled access, central air, balcony. pool, elevator, parking, Call: 310/470-4474 *BEVERLY HILLS* laundry facility.

8725 Clifton Way 310/312-9871 Newly Remodeled

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Den+2 Bath •

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11730 SUNSET BLVD.

550 Veteran Ave. 417 S. Barrington Av. ••••••• = = = = = = = = : : : : : : : : : : : : : : Lrg. unit. Balcony, 872 S. Westgate1 Ave. • 1 Bdrm. +1 Bath NEWLY BUILT 2 Bd.+1 /2 Ba. Walk-in closet, = 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath = • 1 Bdrm.

Rooftop pool, LUXURY TOWNHOME Spacious, Hardwood floors, +1 Bath • intercom entry, laundry , microwave,

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Alan: 310/274-5221 Exquisite 2 bdrm. + den. intercom entry, on-sight • 2 Bdrm. +1 Bath • facility, elevator, prkg. wet bar, fireplace, deck, gym, central air, dishwasher, Balcony, pool, 2.5 bath. Hardwood flrs, elevator, intercom entry, • CHARMING & BRIGHT • laundry & parking. parking, laundry facility, granite kitchen, patio. Very close to UCLA on-sight laundry, parking.

Close to Cedars, laundry facility, controlled access, prkg. $3,200/MO. 425 • Free WiFi Access • & Westwood Village . restaurants, shopping 310/207-1965 Close to Also available for sale.

HOUSES 310/208-5166 ~ 310/476-3824 ~ & transportation.

Brentwood Village.

(Agt) 310/505-5333

FOR RENT

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4 BEDROOM WITH POOL OPEN SATURDAY 11-2

VERY UNIQUE • MUST SEE

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• 310/246-3889 • CULVER CITY BRENTWOOD & U.C.L.A. CLOSE

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3830 Vinton Ave.

Spacious, dishwasher, * * laundry facility, 310/841-2367 * Large fireplace, * on-sight laundry elevator, parking. balcony, dishwasher, and parking. intercom entry, CLOSE TO SHOPS+DINING. B R E N T W O O D 310/473-1509 elevator, prkg., pool.

818/669-1990 11988 Kiowa Ave.

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1380 Midvale Ave.

Totally Remodeled Bright Home at Pico/ Robertson Area Between Whitworth & Pico.

Hardwood Floors, Central Air, Great Fenced Pool, Grassy Yard and BBQ picnic area. $4,500/MO.

SANDRA LEWIS AGT • 310 770-4111

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• • • BRENTWOOD • • • • Single• • • • • • B a c h e l o r ==== SANTA MONICA 922 S. Barrington Av. LOW MOVE -IN !

Pool, sauna, fridge, 808 4th St. ==== • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • dishwasher intercom * ** 2 B d r m . ==== * 1* Bd. Fireplace, balcony, +Den+1 Ba. ** entry, elevator, on-site * ==== + 2 Bath “The Mission ” laundry, parking. * 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. * wet bar, dishwasher, 11933 Darlington Ave.

1138 S. CREST DRIVE

• 310/440-5051 •

• Close to Beach • 310/394-7132

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• WESTWOOD • • • • • • • • —————–––– 10933 Rochester Ave.

• • • • • HOLLYWOOD • • • • 2• Bd.+2 Ba. 1769-1775 Sycamore Av. 2 B d r m . + 2 B a t h Jr . Executive • Bachelor 1 Bd.+1 Ba.• • • • • S i n g l e Spacious, balcony,

• Westwood •

L.A.’S FINEST, MOST LUXURIOUS APT. RENTAL * * * * * * • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • • • • • 6-Month Lease Avail.

Large & Bright Unit. * * * * * * Every Extra Luxury: Elevator, controlled custom cabinets, granite access, on-site countertops, stone entry, laundry facility, pool, health club, spa. balcony, parking.

Pool, elevator, a/c, fireplace, pool, Controlled access, • Close to UCLA • Close to controlled access, laundry facility. controlled access, on1350 S. Midvale Ave. Brentwood Village, laundry fac., parking.

L.A., 90024 Utilities Included. sight laundry, parking.

Shops & Restaurants. C o n t a c t M g r. : 323/851-3790 Close To U.C.L.A. Close to U.C.L.A. • 310/826-4889 • • 310/864-0319 • Close to Everything.

310/473-5061

310/473-1509

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SANTA MONICA Prime Beverly Hills • CONDO QUALITY • th

843 4 St. •• •••• • 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. Heated pool, balcony, a/c, dishwasher, controlled access, elevator, laundry room, parking.

310/929-0610 4 Blks. to Beach.

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* WESTWOOD * • BEVERLY HILLS •

LARGE 2 BDRM + 2 BA. HUGE 1,700+ Sq Ft + DEN. OVER 1900 S.F. Beautiful open floor plan, New Wood Floors. high ceilings, hardwood New Granite Kitchen w/ floors throughout, French Stainless Steel Appl. windows, all appliances including washer/dryer, 7 Closets. Patio. pool, side-by-side parking, Non-Smoking Bldg. Pets ok. $3,250/MO.

Central air, large balcony, pool, elevator, on-site laundry, intercom entry.

320 N. La Peer Dr.

• 310/246-0290 • CLOSE TO SHOPS & DINING

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1342 Centinela Ave.

- 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath Bright, patio, on-site laundry, On-site parking. Close to transportation.

• 310/654-1507 •

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125 N. Barrington Av.

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N EWLY R EMODELED • 2 B drm. + 2 B ath •

Hrwd., drapes, granite kitch/bath, s.s. appl., w/d hook-ups, hi-ceilings.

ALSO 2 BDRM. • $2,490 310/271-6811 Call 310/413-8481 Cell: 310/994-4122

• • • • • + • 1• Bd. + 1 Ba. • • Rooftop Pool Deck. ————— • Near Peninsula • 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. BEVERLY HILLS • GORGEOUS UNITS Hotel & BHHS. Cedars Sinai Area $4,400/Month

Upper Duplex

310/471-2737

Lrg. 3 Bd. + 2 Ba.

New blinds, Central air, patio, fridge, stove, BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. dishwasher, washer/ dryer in unit, 2-car 1017 S. SHERBOURNE garage. No pets.

Very Private & Spacious 2 BDRM. + 1.5 BATH $3,000/Month 323/653-4379 upper unit with breakfast and formal dining room.

Yard, laundry & parking. LARGE B.H. CONDO WILSHIRE & OAKHURST $3,500/MO. Call 213/804-3761 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • 1,750sf.

Newly Remodeled, new flrs., fireplace, lrg.

• WESTWOOD • wood balcony, bar, washer/ C e n t u r y C i t y A d j . dryer, all appliances.

Newer Construction $3,000/Month 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • $3,500 For More Info.+Pics 661/268-1827 Gourmet granite kitch. w/ Viking appl. Hrwd. flrs., high-ceilings, w/d in unit.

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PENTHOUSE ~ WESTWOOD ~ ROOFTOP 10992 Ashton Ave. BEAUTIFUL • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • • • BEVERLY HILLS Balcony, intercom entry, elevator, onsight laundry, prkg.

Close to UCLA & Westwood Village .

145 S. MAPLE 2 BD + DEN + 2.5 BA

137 S. MAPLE DR.

$2,800/MO. Call 310/385-7188

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With hardwood floors, recess lighting, fireplace, plenty of closets & plantation shutters. Amenities include: Pool, spa, sauna, recreation room, barbecue grills, laundry rooms, elevator, 2 parking + 2 storage units in gated parking garage. Located in the heart of West Hollywood near Melrose/La Cienega Close to shops, gym, Urth Cafe & the Pacific Design Center. Paid water, trash, gardener and pool service $2,500/MO. or email:

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laundry facilty and gated garage.

Call 310/276-9871

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BEVERLY HILLS Adj. 2+2 Top Flr • $2,395 2 Entrances, lrg living

Roof Garden Panoramic B.H. Views Hi-ceilings, tile+carpet.

Pool, sauna, elevator, central air, prkg., marble lobby.

Coming: Front w/ Balcony!

1259 S. Camden Dr.

3 Bd. + 2 Ba. + Den 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath Entire 2nd flr., dining 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath

& breakfast rooms, new Spacious & Bright. stove, dishwasher, A/C, balcony, blinds, utility rm. w/ dishwasher, stove, washer/dryer.

Pets OK. wet bar, intercom entry, $3,400/Month on-sight laundry, prkg.

310/390-2499 310/477-0072 f

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$2,200/Month double enrty. Near Beverly Hills Schools. 125 S. Crescent Dr. $2,600/MO. 310/858-8320 Call 310/991-2016

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233 S. G ALE D R .

YOUR AD HERE CALL 310.278.1322

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CENTURY PARK EAST 1 BED, 1 BATH $2,500/MONTH High Floor, Renovated, Large Balcony Manhattan Views

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310/849-3858 With locked elevator, private rooftop patio, 321 S. REEVES DR. huge deck. large kitchen 310/479-8977 with new appliances Spacious 2 Bedroom HEART of and granite countertops, with 1 full Bathroom B E V E R L Y H I L L S NORTH OF BURTON WAY washer & dryer in unit, Formal dining, wood Beautiful 1 Bd.+1 Ba. 1 Blk. East of Doheny central air and heat, f l o o r s . c o m p l e t e l y 6-Unit secured bldg.

1 BEDROOM Subterranean parking. renovated, brand new 1st flr. All Upgraded, Clean, bright, nice Plenty of storage space. kitchen with stove and dishwasher, hardwood size apartments. dishwasher, high ceil$3,750/MO. floors, central air.

Swimming pool, CALL 310/385-7188 ings, laundry hook-ups

BEVERLY HILLS

VERY LRG. & BRIGHT

336 S. Rexford Dr.

• 2 Bdrm.+1 Bath •

~ N EWLY UPDATED ~ Upper, hardwood floors, a/c, laundry, covered parking. $2,200/Month

310/247-8547 310/433-1949

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ

Upper Duplex Spacious 2 Bd.+1 Ba.

*KELEMEN* Spacious 2 BDRM, 2 BA. REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900 Located on the top level.

joe@propelian.com

& heat, ample closets, 2 car parking/strorage.

• 818/783-4969

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CONDO FOR LEASE

BEVERLY HILLS

• 310/476-2181 •

324 S. Rexford Dr.

Hardwood floors, new 2 Bd+2 Ba • $1995 kitchen w/ granite, d/w, Upper, dining+breakfast area, hrwd. throughnew appliances, a/c, out, lots of closets, newly tiled bathroom, a/c, laundry fac., 2-car restricted entry. prkg. Total privacy.

Showing By Appt. Only: Appt: 310/271-4207

BEAUTIFUL WEHO

Upscale, Bright, Fablous Cyn. Views 2 BD. + DEN + 2 BA Gorgeous & Spacious.

5 Bd. + 3 Ba. With Pool, balcony, Newer kitchen, pool. Rear 3rd Floor Unit central air, fireplace, $4,950/Month Hardwood floors, granite stove, elevator, Lisa Sherman • Broker intercom entry, prkg. counter tops, central air

310/786-1851

SPECTACULAR BEVERLY HILLS

Must see! 439 S. Rexford • 323/828-7170

Call 855-800-PROP

BEL AIR HOME

Beverly Hills

2 Bdrm. • $2,790/Mo. 9633 W. Olympic Bl. X-LARGE LUXURY APT. Adj. Roxbury Park Professionally deco- Lovely Remodeled rated. All new interior. 2 Bd.+1 Ba. • $1,995

1 BED/1 BATH $2,600/MO High Floor, Renovated, Kitchen & Bath, Carpet Floors, Manhattan Views, Big Balcony.

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Large living, dining and breakfast rooms., Italian tiled bath, hrwd. floors., high ceilings, decorative fireplace, 2-lrg balconies, remodeled granite countertop kitchen, new fridge & oven, 5-lrg. closets, newly painted.

2 BED/2 BATHS $3,150/MO High Floor Corner, Renovated Unobstructed, City Views, Hardwood Floors, 2 Large Balconies

CENTURY PARK EAST CENTURYTOWERS PARK PLACE CENTURY HILL LE PARC CENTURY WOODS For Sale See our Ad Sec. 270

$1,495/MO. Call 310/557-3516

————— PRIME BEV. HILLS Reeves/Charleville 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH Lower front, light and clean, secured building, with hardwood floors, laundry facility, permit parking only. No Pets. $1,400/MO. Call 310/729-1400 for appointment.

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transport.

No Pets. No smoking.

310/927-3264

—————— Pico/Robertson 2 Bd.+2 Ba. $1,690 L IGHT & A IRY C O R N E R .

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LARGE SINGLE w/ patio, lots of closets, kitchen with breakfast nook, stove and fridge, includes parking space.

B E V E R LY H I L L S SPACIOUS 1 BD+1 BA 1 parking spot, stove 2 bd + 2ba $1,895/MO & fridge, newer carpet Hardwood floors, Near Cedar Sinai many closets, laundry $1,350/MO. facility, 2-car gated parking, conveniently By appointment only.

Call Haim located by restaurants, shopping and 323/951-0400

High Floor Partial City & Ocean Views, Real Hardwood Floors Walk-In closet, Quiet Location

Lower Floor, Totally Renovated 2 Separated Suites, Big Balcony Hardwood Floors, Quiet Location

ON SHIRLEY PLACE

Call 310/908-1919

FREE RENT!

2 BED/2 BATHS $2,950/MO

BEVERLY HILLS

Excellent Area. $1,950/MO.

1 BED/1 BATH $2,600/MO

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New custom built-ins in kitchen, skylight, huge closets, central heat, a/c, 2-parking, laundry facility.Cat OK.

—————–––– WESTWOOD ∞ BACHELOR ∞ w/ Full Bath Private entrance.

Kitchenette, central air, closets, storage, w/d hook-up. $1,200/Mo. LEAVE MESSAGE/TEXT: Cell: 216/235-7373

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Charming & Quiet 1 Bdrm, 1 Bath Exceptional Condition! Updated kitchen/bath.

323/937-3737 Washer/dryer, fridge, stove, garage disposal, hardwood floors, PRIME LOCATION blinds, 2 ceiling fans, BEVERLY HILLS enclosed garage. No pets. $1,150/MO. & BRENTWOOD Call 310/810-4211

LUXURY UNITS • SINGLES • 1 BEDROOMS • 2 BEDROOMS

Hardwood flrs/Carpets

From $1,500-$2,200 Shown by appointment

310/966-1014

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BEVERLY HILLS ADJ 911 Wooster Apt.#6 Spacious & Beautiful 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH stove, fridge & laundry facility. Lovely quiet neighborhood. $1,150/MO. Call 805/379-2000

BEVERLY HILLS

471 PIANOS FOR SALE

April 27, 2012 | Page 29

475 GARAGE & ESTATE SALE

ANTIQUES / JEWELRY BUY & SELL

******* STEINWAY GRAND PIANO ** ESTATE ** MOVING SALE For Sale

Bernard Comsky

Sacrifice at $25,000 OBO

FURNITURE, ART, COLLECTIBLES, PORCELAINS, CERAMICS (ORIENTAL ITEMS), LAMPS, MIRRORS, HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, AND OLD RECORDS/ VINYLS. 1018 Roscomare Rd. BEL AIR, 90077 SATURDAY ONLY April 28th • 9a-3p

For more information call 310/990-2405

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“Artist Pianos” chose and then reconditioned this fine instrument for a local professional pianist.

Black satin finish 5’ 11” Manufactured in New York 1922. Model “O: Serial #212734 Incredibly beautiful sound.

Includes artist bench with custom quilted cover.

481 PET

472 HANDBAGS WANTED

ADOPTION

WANTED

CAT & DOG PET ADOPTIONS

ALLIGATOR, Find your new best friend, CROCODILE, EXOTIC SKINS & Sunday, May 6th, DESIGNER BAGS Roxbury Park, Beverly Hills HANDBAGS AND (corner of Roxbury and ACCESSORIES Olympic Blvd.)

VINTAGE & NEW 11:00 AM to 3 PM at TOP DOLLAR PAID Call 310/289-9561 Adopt a Pet Today! Cats and dogs will come from LA City and County 473 MARBLE STATUES Animal Shelters, German Shepherd Rescue, and FOR SALE Bark Avenue Foundation.

While there to find your PAIR LION STATUES forever friend, you can FOR SALE also enjoy the beautiful park. Adoption fees vary per organization.

For additional info or questions contact: bcrowe@kenquest.com or call 310-887-7070

Italian White Carrara Marble Signed / 2006 5’Long 3’High 2’Wide Originally $30,000 Asking $17,500 OBO

488 SCOOTER FOR SALE

Delivered

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by Appointment Only Lalique Baccarat, Carrera marble statuary, Provasi imported Italian furniture, Columbo Mobli imported Italian furniture, large oil paintings, & jewelry.

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Visit my website at beverlyhil santiques.com Paintings Arte Deco Art Nouveau Marble Statues Russian Items

Chinese Art Clocks Chandeliers Porcelain Dresden

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1953-1967 CORVETTE’S Running or Not. Private Party.

Will Pay Cash!

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CONSIGNMENT JEWELRY

We Buy Sterling Silver Over 15 Years Specializing in Estate Sterling.

Flatware, Dinnerware, Vases, Pitchers, Goblets, Trays, Estate Sterling, Tea Sets, etc.

Excellent Condition.

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We Pay More Than Anyone in L.A.

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BEVERLY HILLS

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BEVERLY HILLS

Rabbi Jacob Pressman

Publisher Clifton S. Smith, Jr *******

Associate Publisher Marcia W. Hobbs Senior Editor John L. Seitz Special Sections Editor Steve Simmons ******* Fashion Director Tawny Sanders Society Editor Joan Mangum

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Founding Publisher March Schwartz (Publisher 1965 - 2004)

From the Publisher CLIF SMITH WESTSIDE SUBWAY EXTENSION – BEVERLY HILLS’ MESSAGE Yesterday, Beverly Hills forced the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board of Directors to delay its vote to tunnel under Beverly Hills High School. The City Council, acting finally after months of pressure from almost every citizen in Beverly Hills and The Courier, demonstrated the power of a united front.

Sources at L.A. city pretty much told The Courier that Metro’s “science” was disregarded. In other words, it is a joke. It’s a bad joke, though, and this reprieve is only that—a reprieve.

We have much work to do to prevent the joke from being on us. While the District’s lawyers and experts are fighting the technical battle, how are they faring with the political battle? That is a different situation. All around Beverly Hills the word on the street is, “Beverly Hills is a rich, spoiled NIMBY town that doesn’t want ‘those’ people coming here.” That’s what we hear. It’s probably what you hear. We also know the accusation is false, but our City and school board have not effectively answered the charge.

As a result, we have hundreds of union volunteers blanketing Beverly Hills with the carefully-timed Los Angeles Times “editorial” that vilifies Beverly Hills. That piece, thoroughly discredited by The Courier, perpetuates the stereotype. The truth? Our City has pledged more support for public transportation, offered more help to build the subway, and will suffer more economic harm from it than any city along the entire subway route. All we asked was for Metro to stick to its original promise about Santa Monica Boulevard and stay out from under our only high school. They lied and we’re stuck unless the final vote changes.

For those who have not read the Times’ piece, we note that it called us the “locally influential Beverly Hills Courier” and linked to our website. That was quite a compliment to The Courier. It is also a recognition by the Times that The Courier speaks for Beverly Hills and has a regional impact. That’s recognition that is nearly impossible for a once-a-week print newspaper to get from a big daily. In our business, that just doesn’t happen. We have to thank the Times for the shout out.

Beyond that, our editorial shredding of the Times earned tremendous coverage on local television and radio – specifically KTTV and from Larry Elder on KABC 790. (Elder said he “assumed that The Beverly Hills Courier is a liberal newspaper.” We’re deciding whether or not to disillusion him.) We know that Los Angeles County Supervisors read The Courier regularly. It seems like only Beverly Hills city hall refuses to acknowledge the power and influence of The Courier. (We know the power and influence is not really ours, but is entirely a result of the trust, power and influence of our readers – you.)

Our community now has a short window of opportunity to dispel the slurs against Beverly Hills.

We must do this, not because we’re so bothered by it, but because it has become an easy political excuse for Metro to trash our high school and jeopardize our future. The District has a high-paid public relations firm that doesn’t seem to be too concerned about the community’s image. With other professionals, the District has chosen wisely. This one leaves a lot to be desired.

The final Metro vote will be political. The “consultants” think it will be based on “science.”

Baloney. Metro cooked up its own “science” and gets to pick “theirs” or “ours.” Tie goes to Metro . . . unless we wage the battle where it will be won or lost—politically.

The Courier is committed to the facts. The slurs against Beverly Hills are intended to confuse, distort, distract and destroy. Beverly Hills has the facts on our side. We need to spread that message. That is the political battle. It’s time the District held its p.r. consultants to the same standard we set for ourselves. If the consultants won’t do the job—and they have failed so far—they need to be replaced and fast. Frankly, The Courier believes we have excellent spokesmen (and women) on our school board and city council. Turn them loose. They can carry the message to every city council, Rotary Club, Kiwanis Club and school board in Los Angeles County.

And, yes, we will support the Westside Subway Extension if they leave our high school alone. So, we say to the Teamsters, to the AFL-CIO Building Trades Council, do not consider us your opponents on this. Metro has made us choose either the safety of our children or the subway. You know that we must choose our children and our school over a subway no matter how much we want the subway. You would, too. Don’t let the developers in Century City create a split where there should not be one. Don’t force this choice on us. Join with us on the side of truth. Help us help all of Los Angeles County make the right decision.

In New York City, there are subway lines on Lexington/4th Avenue, 6th Avenue, Broadway/7th Avenue and 8th Avenue.

Where commuters exit the train depends primarily upon where they catch the subway in their home neighborhood.

Even with four lines, almost everyone walks at least one full city block morning and evening every day.

Seeing all those Century City crybabies whimpering about the long walk they would have to and from Santa Monica Boulevard is a joke.

Watching Paul Koretz and Zev Yaroslavsky keep straight faces while they “tsk tsk” about how important the ridership has suddenly become was sickening.

I used to respect both of them.

Not any more.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR The system was sold to the residents of Beverly Hills with a stop on Santa Monica Boulevard.

Once sold, it suddenly moved to Constellation. That’s called “bait and switch.” Even the LA Times got sucked in. You ought to be ashamed of yourselves. The future of the Beverly Hills Unified School District hangs in the balance. Don’t be so insensitive and selfish.

Mark A. Stern I was at Pavilion’s here in Beverly Hills and was greeted by a man handing out copies of the Los Angeles Times editorial from April 21, titled “Clear the tracks, Beverly Hills.”

In case you have not read the editorial, it basically says residents

of B.H. have no real argument with Metro and that our fears of a tunnel under BHHS have no real base to them. It ends by telling us to get out of the way.

However, this editorial, much like Metro's reports, lacks data and complete evidence and facts as to why a tunnel under BHHS would be safe and why it would pose no threat to the school and the area both now and in the future.

All we get are things being shoved down our throats.

After today, it is very clear that Metro is stepping up its propaganda with more incomplete reports.

We must also step up our efforts in the fight to stop a tun-

THEY’RE DRIVING ME CRAZY Never mind the temptation to say: “It’s a very short drive.” This is serious. I am referring to the inferior and maddening abuse of our intelligence and our ears by some of our ubiquitous TV detective and courtroom programs. Our moneymaking serial titles, the new ones and the endless repetition of the old ones rather cynically use certain devices to make us believe we are viewing something interesting between the boring commercials.

First, let me complain about the formula and predictable plots, in which a crime is committed, the detective experts capture the perpetrators, and they are brought to justice- some times. Only occasionally do the writers indulge in having the bad guys get away with it. Listen carefully to the dialogue. It is usually short sentences, brief enough for the actors to memorize them. These snippets are tossed back and forth like a ping-pong volley. Then there is the question of lighting. You can tell when it is an old episode when the lighting is bright and we see the entire person who is speaking.

Gradually the lighting of the principals has become dimmer and dimmer, and the full body images reduced to close –ups of the heads deep in shadows. I suppose this reduced the electricity and costume costs.

We are ending up in our more recent episodes with the barely visible talking heads in the shadows. This is to make us believe that something mysterious is happening. Only occasionally are we treated to the sight of full bodies, generally in pairs, coming out of offices, turning the corner and marching toward us resolutely as if something is happening. Nothing is.

Then there is the sound. An electronic keyboard somewhere is keeping up a steady droning of tones meant to capture our emotions but ending up boring us and wishing the sounds would stop, which they do after getting on our nerves and breaking for the relief of the multiple commercials. Sometimes I stare at the action on the screen and find it is totally out of sync with the monotonous monotones I am forced to hear.

I believe we are being had, and the time has come to avoid this uncreative genre of TV and curl up with a good book, and learn something.

Cartoon for The Courier by Janet Salter

nel from being built under BHHS. George Vreeland Hill ****** Where are all the voices of the world’s advocates against child endangerment? It appears that only the voices of the Beverly Hills community can be heard. We are being slammed for wanting to protect our school population.

BHHS is caught in the quicksand of the bureaucratic maize that flys under the famous banner–MTA–while Beverly Hills is having its ox gored. There are many people throughout L.A. County who are calling us NIMBYS. I wonder if all avid members of that “subway culture” would be as vocal if the aggressiveness of the MTA staff and boardmembers had created a proposal

which placed a subway route below their only high school in their eagerness to create the “most desirable route” to the magical destination of Century City.

Gloria Seiff ****** I believe adding a few floors to the Century City highrises is not the main motive for their buying the support of LA’s mayor and MTA board. That is the minimum win the developers expect.

They hope the tunnel will cause closure of BHHS. Once it is closed, can anyone imagine who might be interested in buying all that land for development?

I wonder if the Century City developers real goal is to develop everything from Spalding and Durant to the corner of Olympic and Spalding.

Ron Pussell

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