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BYE BYE, BYRON — Byron Pope at his retirement celebration Wednesday at Greystone Mansion stands amidst what he terms as “a small part of the Southern California Pope Family along with their spouses.” Pope added: “My father was one of eight children. There are three living uncles and two living aunts in their late 70s and 80s. Half of the ‘Pope Clan’ lives in California and the other half still reside in Louisiana. My dad’s family hails from Ringgold, Louisiana.” For more photos from Wednesday’s ceremony, see page 2.
Beverly Hills High honored its National Merit commended students. 4
Seven-year-old Harper is this issue’s Adoptable Pet of the Week. 4
New York Times bestselling author Doris Kearns shares lessons in leadership. 17 •Sports •Birthdays •Letters to the Editor
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George Christy, Page 6 High Tea With Lilly Tartikoff Karatz And Her MOCA Teen Program Members At Lilly’s BelAir Residence Netted Funds From The Sale Of Vhernier Jewelry To Support Young People To Be Indoctrinated Into The World Of Contemporary Art
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Byron Allen’s Calle Vista Project To Be Reviewed De Novo By City Council Dec. 11 By Victoria Talbot The City Council voted unanimously to call up the project at 1115 Calle Vista Drive Tuesday for a de novo hearing on approvals for three R-1 permits. Despite his comments to the contrary, media tycoon Byron Allen’s massive project actually flew through the planning process with a multitude of complex issues. The project was submitted in November 2017, just in time to be included in a pipeline grandfathering that allowed Allen to be exempted from the Hillside Ordinance. A project of this size, that is this complicated, can take years, according to several reports on the process made at City Council last year. But in less than one year, a project that began with a structure that was too big for the lot according to the Hillside Ordinance of 1995, was approved on Sept. 13. Allen purchased the property in 2012. He waited five years before presenting his plans to the City staff. The existing structure, which is on a lot approximately 1.1 acre in size, exceeds the 30-foot
height restriction at 31 feet, nine inches. It does not comply with setbacks and is located approximately 85 feet – 125 feet from the nearest residences. The existing 13,232 square foot residence is nonconforming; the allowable maximum floor area (FAR) for the lot size is 10,861 square feet. Thus, the existing house is already too big for the lot, according to the City’s ordinances. Nonetheless, the proposed project nearly doubles the size to 21,787 square feet (or 24,087 including garage and other areas that do not figure when determining maximum floor area, or FAR). On streets that are 24 feet wide or less, the maximum allowable earth export without an R-1 Permit is 1,500 cubic yards; this project proposes to export 4,168 cubic yards consisting of mostly bedrock, estimated to become about 6,000 cubic yards when uncompacted, which translates to 750 truck trips each way to haul the dirt. In addition, an accessory structure, a pool, is proposed to be built within the 100-foot setback, to 38 feet beyond the front property line.
With the over-sized and excessive height aspects of the existing residence grandfathered in under the 1995 Hillside Ordinance, this remodel must retain 50 percent of the existing home to retain the nonconforming eligibility. If that is confusing, these are only a few of the challenges this project faced on the winding road that sped its way through the City so that it finally ended up on the council floor. Other questions that arose included reinterpreting a CEQA exemption, uncivil behavior by the applicant, Byron Allen and Planning Commissioner Joe Shooshani towards residents and emails and text messages between Shooshani and the applicant’s representative Murray Fischer. In one of the texts, Fischer outlined a strategy to undermine the Beverly Hills Hillside Protection Association (BHHPA) and residents Debbie Weiss and Ronald Richards that Shooshani read aloud at a Commission meeting, acting as if they were his original thoughts. In an email between Shooshani (see ‘CALLE VISTA’ page 16)
Beverly Hills Turns Out In Droves For Celebration Of Byron Pope’s Retirement By Victoria Talbot City Clerk Byron Pope is retiring after 18 years of service to the City of Beverly Hills at the end of the month and over 175 residents, commissioners, mayors, former commissioners and mayors, BHPD and BHFD, including two retired Fire Chiefs, fellow City Clerks and a host of extended family members honored him with a dinner at Greystone Mansion Wednesday. Tears were shed amid much back-slapping, a little nudging, roasting and singing, as guests told each other Byron Pope stories and welcomed his legacy to the lore of the City. Most notable was the outpouring of affection for the man who has sat at the hub of City Hall, organized all of the agendas, elections and public information requests, answered every question of protocol with grace and elegance and greeted every visitor with his memorable smile. Pope is responsible for local elections, local legislation, the Public Records Act, the Political Reform Act, and the Brown Act (open meeting laws). Before and after the city council acts, the City Clerk ensures that actions follow all federal, state and local statutes and regulations and that all actions are properly executed, recorded, and archived. In (see ‘BYRON POPE’ page 17)
BHHS Purple Line Walkout Some 1,500 students, parents, teachers and staff from all five Beverly Hills Unified School District schools are expected to participate in a walkout this morning at 10:30 a.m. at Will Rogers Memorial Park to protest Metro’s planned Purple Line Westside subway extension running beneath the City’s only public high school. “A new culture is developing at Beverly Hills High School – one of social justice and student action,” said BHHS senior Sean Toobi, one of the students helping to organize the walkout. The walkout, open to the public and scheduled for two hours, is intended to bring national attention to the health and safety risks related to running a subway line through fields of abandoned oil wells and pockets of methane gas. - Laura Coleman
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October 12, 2018
HE LOVES TO FLIRT — Patrick Starr flirted nonstop with the celebrities during the 2018 American Music Awards at the Microsoft Theater. For more photos, see George Christy’s column on page 6.
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Byron Pope Retirement Ceremony At Greystone Mansion
Former Interim Records Manager in the City Clerk’s Office Cheryl Moore; retired City Clerk’s Office Administrative Assistant Mary Howell; retired Assistant City Clerk Patricia Ogden; and City Art Director (Information Technology Department - Graphic Art Services) Aram Chobanian flank Byron Pope at Greystone Mansion.
Les Friedman, Mayor Julian Gold, Byron Pope and Lili Bosse.
City Clerks from surrounding cities came to show their respect and wish Pope well in his retirement. Pictured are Assistant City Clerk West Hollywood Melissa Crowder, Burbank City Clerk Zizette Mullins, Rio Vista City Clerk Jose Jasso, Compton City Clerk Alita Godwin, West Hollywood City Clerk Yvonne Quarker, Carson City Clerk Donesia Gause-Aldana, Santa Monica City Clerk Denise Anderson-Warren, recently retired Assistant City Clerk Buena Park Michele Lewis, Beverly Hills City Clerk Byron Pope, Lake Elsinore City Clerk Susan Domen, Director, Corporate Services/Authority Clerk, San Diego County Regional Airport Authority Tony Russell, Aliso Viejo City Clerk Mitzi Ortiz, President, Gladwell Governmental Services Inc. (Records Management and Elections Consultant) Diane Gladwell, Whittier City Clerk Lisa Pope, Temecula City Clerk Randi Johl-Olson and Agoura Hills City Clerk Kimberly Rodrigues.
Offer Nissenbaum and Mahdi Aluzri
Chuck Aronberg, Byron Pope, Robert Wunderlich, Andrea Spatz and Jimmy Delshad.
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City Council Denies Parking Zone Changes That Would Harm School, Businesses
NATIONAL MERIT COMMENDATIONS– Beverly Hills High School celebrated this year’s 18 Commended Students in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program. Pictured: BHHS College Counselor Casey Rowley; students Tiffany C Chieu, Sean Toobi, Justin Na, Maxbryan Cosmosse, Jiho Park, Seth L Pizzurro, Samuel Stahl, Rebekah J Park, Wesley Wu, Brandon D Lipper and Oleksandr Kubichka; and BHHS Principal Mark Mead. Not pictured: students Evan A Aizenman, Isaiah Berke, Omer Cohen, James H Jung, William C Magnin, Nicholai M Melamed and Chantel Yeshova.
Mayor Julian Gold to Conduct Instagram Q & A By Victoria Talbot Beverly Hills Mayor Julian Gold will be conducting an Instagram Q&A with his followers Oct. 15 at 8:30 a.m. to answer questions and hear their views. Mayor Gold’s Instagram account is @goldjmd. The event will be recorded and rebroadcast on Instagram. To submit questions, email Public Information Officer Keith Sterling at ksterling@beverlyhills.org.
Gold has hired private marketing contractor Tal Navarro, to raise his online profile, increasing his 200 followers to nearly 2,000 in the months since he became mayor. Gold shares highlights from his activities in the City, including images, videos and “stories” on his Instagram and Facebook profiles. His “Mayor’s Minute” has included some “behind the scenes” from different City
departments and inside City Hall sharing the Beverly Hills Fire Department Urban Search and Rescue vehicle, the Police Mobile Command Unit and the new Stroke Mobile. This new initiative is an opportunity for the mayor to “talk” to constituents live on Instagram. He will answer questions that have been emailed in advance and those which are submitted live from real time viewers.
By Victoria Talbot The City Council on Tuesday denied two parking zone changes recommended by the Traffic and Parking Commission as the first areas set to test consolidating Preferential Parking Permits (PPP) in the City. The program, which would consolidate PPP zones into districts, was a priority of Mayor Julian Gold in 2016-17 and supported by Councilmember Les Friedman, both veterans of the Traffic and Parking Commission. Seven multi-family residential blocks were targeted for priorities to “test” the process and evaluate impacts. The first “test” areas included the 100 blocks south of Wilshire Boulevard between Spalding and South Camden Drives.
However, the “test” moniker is misleading. The plan, according to Deputy Director of Community Development for Transportation Aaron Kunz was meant to be permanent, but subject to tweaks after an initial evaluation period. Though City staff reports that public notices advising businesses and residents of the City Council meeting Oct. 9 were sent on Sept. 20 and that a faxed notice was sent to the Good Shepherd Catholic School located at 148 S. Linden Drive, alarmed representatives waited until after 10 p.m. (following hours of Metro protests from students and parents that delayed the City Council agenda items) to address the City Council. (see ‘PARKING CHANGE’ page 16)
HAPPY HARPER–Harper is a 7year-old Cockapoo. He weighs 12 pounds and is a very happy pup who is ready for his next chapter in life, in search of his forever home. To learn more about Harper and how to adopt, call 805-379-3538 or visit www.shelterhopepetshop.org.
Author/Concert Producer Joy Lona Parnes Dead At Age 96
ROCKTOBER– The Roxbury Teen Scene attended the annual Rocktober event hosted by the Southern California Teen Coalition. Pictured left to right are City Staff Vy Nguyen, JoAnn Ferra, Malik McCall, Aiden Hamid, Golden Wilson, Benjamin Griffin, Shelby Griffin, City Staff Jonathan Lim and Chase Kah.
Beverly Hills To Install LED Streetlights By Victoria Talbot Public Works will be replacing existing street lights with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lights throughout the residential and business districts of Beverly Hills, beginning mid-October. The project is expected to take approximately six months. The installation will begin in the commercial zones and move into the residential areas. The LED lights were already installed in April on the 600-block of N. Arden Dr. Crews will require an average of ten minutes per street
light to replace the bulbs, according to Project Manager Samer Elayyan. Street parking will be temporarily restricted at the work location. Notices with details will be hand-delivered in the area one week in advance of the scheduled work that there will be restricted parking. The installations will be conducted with two buckettrucks, each using a two-man crew. The installation work hours will be 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. in the residential areas and 10 p.m. – 6 a.m. in commercial areas of the City.
The day prior to scheduled installations, the City will post “no parking” signs. The signs will mark the next day’s work areas, which will take one side of the street at a time. Parking will remain on the other side of the street. There will be no interruption of traffic. Parking will be restored as soon as a job is completed. LED street lights are equipped with controllers that adjust the luminescence. With this option, the LEDs can be set for optimal safety and additional energy savings.
By John L. Seitz Longtime Beverly Hills resident Joy Lona Parnes, author/playwright/concert producer, died from Alzheimers on Sept. 9 at age 96. Born in Chicago on Nov. 19, 1921 and after coming to Los Angeles 15 years later, she graduated from Hollywood High School and attended UCLA, where she launched her writing career with the Daily Bruin, the school newspaper. She then became the women’s page editor of the Compton Herald and later wrote articles for a number of publications including the Christian Science Monitor, as well as composing a number of short stories and poems. She married her husband of 45 years, concert manager Irwin Parnes, and began publicizing his concerts, including series presented at Beverly Hills High School and El Rodeo. Famed stars such as Shirley Jones, Ed Asner, Lew Ayres, Edward G. Robinson, Greer Garson, and Ruby
Keeler narrated the scripts she wrote for Irwin Parnes' annual International Folk Dance Festival. For four years, Joy Parnes took over the management of the University of Judaism (now American Jewish University) concert series, and produced two international folk dance festivals there. She wrote two plays, one about Robert Burns and the other on Edgar Alan Poe, both of which Irwin Parnes produced. Burial was at Eden Memorial Park in Mission Hills. She is survived by her son, Samuel Parnes of Beverly Hills.
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Stakeholders Are Creative At First Town Hall On La Cienega Park By Victoria Talbot With a potential major re-do of La Cienega Park in the offing, 32 residents and park users showed up to give their input regarding the park’s future on Monday. Undeterred by the low turnout, the stakeholders showed creativity and enthusiasm in their ideas and in some cases, designs, for the future of the park. Upon arriving, participants were given agendas that were identical except that each was labeled with a color code for a group. Tables were set up in the community room with corresponding identifications (blue table, red table, etc.). One staff member was assigned to each table to help. David Ceppos of Sacramento State’s College of Continuing Education Consensus and Collaborations Program (CCP) explained the process up to the date of the Town Hall meeting. The process, he said, is “sequential and additive,” so that each successive interview or focus group provided more data. As comments were compiled, they intersect and overlap at certain points where there is agreement. Since the Town Hall meeting, over 562 surveys had been returned, with 65 percent residents and 35 percent non-residents. Ceppos had 24 inter-
views with stakeholders, totaling 46 participants and eight focus groups, including organizations, preschool teachers, seniors, tennis and aquatics, contractual instructors and part-time staff, parents and youth sports, totaling an additional 62 participants. This information was compiled and brought to the Town Hall meeting Monday. The outcomes revealed that there is community support for all of the current uses of the park, including ball fields and organized sports, walking and running on the track, outdoor exercise equipment, youth play, the community center, tennis and bridge. There was also widespread agreement that the community center, bathrooms, tennis center building, snack bar and the play areas need overhauling, and that the ball fields need reconfiguration. The park represents more than 17 acres of space that is currently disproportionately allocated to organized sports and tennis. A small barbecue/picnic area is located near a steep berm. The berm prevents passive recreating and the barbecues receive little shade, which is especially inhospitable during the summer months. (see ‘LA CIENEGA PARK’ page 11)
TAKING A SWIM WITH THE COURIER – Longtime Beverly Hills orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Ilan Tamir recently returned from a trip to Puerto Princesa, the underground river in Palawan, Philippines. From there, he visited and did some scuba diving in ElNido Islands Group in Palawan. ElNido has been voted as one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Tamir made sure to bring along his copy of the Courier for some light reading in his downtime. To join Tamir in the Carry The Courier Club, send a photo of yourself holding the Courier on your next trip to mlopez@bhcourier.com.
Ed Lin, Award-Winning Novelist, Comes To Beverly Hills Library By Victoria Talbot Ed Lin, writer, actor and multipleaward-winning Taiwanese-American novelist, will bring his unique AsianNoir to the Beverly Hills Public Library Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. for an unforgettable evening. Lin, a native New Yorker of Taiwanese and Chinese descent, is the first author to win three Asian American Literary Awards. His first novel, Waylaid, about a Taiwanese/Chinese American boy growing up in his parents’ sleazy motel on the Jersey Shore was a 2002 Booklist Editor’s Choice in Fiction and won a Members’ Choice Literary Award at Asian American Literary Awards. It became the film entitled The Motel directed by Michael Kang and won the Humanitas Prize at the Sundance Film Festival. The Robert Chow series, set in 1970s Manhattan, includes This is a Bust, which won a Members’ Choice Award at the Asian American Literary
Awards and includes Snakes Can’t Run and One Red Bastard. Ghost Month, set in Taipei, was the first in a series with Detective Jingnan, who runs a food stand in a Taipei Night Market. Jing-nan is featured again in Incensed, about a ruthless uncle and his 16-year-old daughter that Jing-nan is forced to watch over. Lin has just released his latest mystery, 99 Ways to Die, third in the series. A kidnapped Mainland billionaire gets the attention of the 24-hour media cycle. His daughter Peggy Lee, Jing-nan’s “frenemy” since high school, faces an impossible ransom and starts blackmailing Jing-nan to help out. Lin will read a selection from his new book and discuss the inspiration for his latest series with a book signing to follow. Books will be available for purchase. The event is free, and parking is available in the lot adjacent to the Library. For more, call 310-288-2244.
GREYSTONE DEDICATION – Friends of Greystone Mansion on Sept. 30 held its annual Twilight on the Terrace, celebrating the 90th anniversary of when the Doheny family moved into the Doheny Greystone Mansion. The event included a dedication ceremony of the Greystone Mansion Donor Wall. Pictured, top row (from left): Shane Doheny Fermelia, Topsy Doheny, Libby Doheny, Vice Mayor John Mirisch, Mike Niven, Will Doheny and Susy Niven. Bottom row, from left: Timothy Fermelia and Peter Fermelia.
Woman Charged With Embezzling Money From Girl Scouts, Beverly Hills Cancer Center Appears In Court By Matt Lopez A woman charged with embezzling more than $93,000 from the Girl Scouts of America, as well as a Beverly Hills cancer center, was scheduled to be arraigned Thursday on two felony counts. Patricia Cascione, 52, a certified public accountant from Santa Clarita, was chief financial officer of the Beverly Hills Cancer Center, as well as a volunteer treasurer for the Girl Scouts. Authorities allege that Cascione used approximately $59,000 from Girl Scouts’ bank accounts for her own personal use between 2013 and 2017.
Cascione is also accused of moving $34,500 in donations to the Beverly Hills Cancer Center over to her Girl S c o u t s accounts. Cascione was arrested on Sept. 17 by L.A. County Sheriff’s deputies. She could face up to three-and-a-half years in prison is convicted.
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MOCA Co-Chair Lilly Tartikoff Karatz (center) at the high tea she hosted for the museum’s Teen Program. Assisted by members Terri Smooke, Susan Gersh, Orna Wolens, and Maria Bell, at Lilly’s Bel-Air residence, where jewelry from Vhernier was displayed for sale to support the program.
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Bel-Air residence with an exhibition of jewelry from Vhernier to benefit the MOCA Teen Program. This program brings high school students behind the scenes to learn about the
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museum, contemporary art, artists and other creative careers.
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FUNDRAISING FOR A CURE—More than 300 guests gathered at a Beverly Hills estate to support PERSIANS 4 CURE’s Second Annual Charity Dinner Gala and Fundraiser including, from left, Gigi Q. Dô, Cyrus Shahriari, P4C president, and Karla Gordy Bristol. The nonprofit (http://www.persians4cure) works to support innovative cancer research, and founder Manizhieh Yomtoubian welcomed and thanked the attendees for “their generous hearts and contributions.” Guests enjoyed live music, magic by Fantastic Fig and comedy by Beverly Hills resident K-von. Since founding PERSIANS 4 CURE in 2016, Yomtoubian and the foundation have committed $1,000,000 to create a new endowed chair position in the UCLA Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science. With an additional $1,000,000 from the Samueli Foundation Engineering Chair Matching Fund, this is a first-of-its-kind chair position at UCLA.
Peter Frampton To Headline Ed Asner Family Center Gala, Nov. 15 Grammyw i n n i n g singer Peter Frampton will headline The Ed Asner Family Center’s first annual “A Night of D r e a m s Peter Frampton Gala”at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 11 at Exchange L.A., 618 S. Spring St., L.A. The gala will also honor Emmy-winning actor Ed Asner, celebrity chef Art Smith and Emmy-winner Elaine Frontain Bryant, executive VP and head of programming for A&E Network, for their dedication to the special-needs communities. Emmy-winning comedian Wanda Sykes will host the evening that will also feature a performance by Naia Izumi,
NPR’s 2018 Tiny Desk Contest Winner. “A u t i s m and special needs including Down syndrome, Wanda Sykes developmental delays, cerebral palsy and others touch all of us personally,” said Matthew Asner, president of the Ed Asner Family CenNaia Izumi ter. “We are excited to help raise awareness and funds for this wonderful new center that will bring lifechanging support to special
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Translational Research For Recurrent Metastatic Neuroblastoma Ongoing At CHLA Neuroblastoma, a disease of immature nerve cells, is the most common solid tumor cancer occurring in children. About 700 new cases are diagnosed in the U.S. each year with approximately half of these children developing high-risk disease, which has a 40 to 50 percent chance of survival. In 2015, the Food and Drug Administration approved a monoclonal antibody called dinutuximab for treatment of high-risk neuroblastoma. The approval followed a ground-breaking study, led by the Children’s Oncology Group and published in the New England Journal of Medicine. This pivotal trial halted enrollment earlier than planned because the therapy showed significant improvement in survival over the standard treatment. “Although dinutuximab is a game-changing treatment in the battle against neuroblastoma, the fact remains – children are still dying from this disease,” said Eugene S. Kim, M.D., a surgical oncologist at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA). A team, led by Kim, designed basic research studies that would go beyond using tumor-shrinkage as a marker of efficacy and instead focus on
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recurrent disease and overall survival. The team’s approach was to create a model system that more faithfully replicates the patient experience. Patients with neuroblastoma undergo surgery to remove their tumor and then have subsequent therapy. Children with resistant or recurrent disease initially improve, but then their tumor returns, and they succumb to the disease. For this study, the investigators mimicked the treatment protocol and developed a new, clinically relevant model for studying metastatic disease. In this model, metastatic tumors were surgically removed and, once the disease recurred, dinutuximab was used, along with activated human natural killer (NK) cells-a ”supercharged” subset of
white blood cells--to actively target and kill cancer cells. “Not only did we see tumor shrinkage, we saw a reduction in metastatic disease and a significant increase in survival,” said Kim, an associate professor of Surgery at USC’s Keck School of Medicine. Results of the study were recently published in Clinical Cancer Research. The findings were sufficiently compelling that they provided proof-of-concept for a clinical trial at CHLA, which will be enrolling patients in the near future. The study, which will incorporate the use of activated natural killer cells with dinutuximab therapy in patients, is led by Araz Marachelian, M.D., director of the neuroblastoma program at CHLA and medical director of the New Approaches to Neuroblastoma Therapy (NANT) Consortium. First author, Wesley E. Barry, of CHLA, received the Young Investigator Award at the 2018 Advances in Neuroblastoma Research Conference, for his work on this study. Additional contributors include Jeremy R. Jackson, Grace E. Asuelime, Hong-Wei Wu, Jianping Sun, Zesheng Wan, Jemily Malvar, Michael A. Sheard, Larry Wang, Robert C. Seeger, all of CHLA. CELEBRATING HOPE—From left: H.U.G Award recipient Edie Lutnick, president of The Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund, This Is Us writer and creator Dan Fogelman, and Founder’s Award recipient Jory Goldman at OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center’s House of Hope Gala at Sony Studios in Culver City. Honorees were recognized for advancing the center’s mission to provide grief support services, education and resources. The evening also included a special presentation by comedian Patton Oswalt and recognized OUR HOUSE’s founder, JoAnn Lautman, and the longest serving volunteers from the center’s adult and children’s pro grams. Photo by Alison Buck
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South Central LAMP To Honor Margaret G. Graf At 25th Anniversary Brunch Margaret G. Graf is being honored for her many contributions to South Central LAMP at the nonprofit’s 25th anniversary brunch, “Our Voices, Our Stories: Celebrating 25 Years,” from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 20 at South Central LAMP, 892 48th St., L.A. “Since joining the board in 2007, Marge immediately recognized the potential for each woman and child being served and understood the importance of SC LAMP’s programs to this community,” said Diana Pinto, executive director. “Her work
on behalf of the families has been instrumental to the agency’s growth.” SC LAMP is a nonsectarian, nondenominational, charitable organization with the mission to provide a supportive, nurturing environment for at-risk women and their families by offering educational programs that empower women and their families to reach their full potential, build self-esteem, and strengthen familial and community relations. Proceeds from this event will benefit Family Literacy Programs.
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Graf has been general counsel of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles since July 2003 where her responsibilities include civil law matters of the archdiocese and its approximately 600 parishes, schools, cemeteries and other operating units. In addition to serving on the SC LAMP board (serving as chair from July 2014 to July 2017), Graf serves on the board of Friars Charitable Foundation and The Saint Thomas More Society of Los Angeles, and other committees for education-
al institutions. The morning will feature a catered brunch, raffle and live music, as well as award presentation. Presenting Sponsors include Barrister Executive Suites, Friars Charitable Foundation, Polsinelli, and Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary. For information on sponsorship, contact Ninette Ayala, nayala@southcentrallamp.org or 323-234-1471. For more information, visit h t t p s : / / w w w. s o u t h c e n t ra l lamp.org/south-central-lampsanniversary-brunch/.
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Ray Romano To Host International Myeloma Foundation Comedy Celebration Actor/comedian Ray Romano (Get Shorty, Everybody Loves Raymond) will host the International Myeloma Foundation (IMF), 12th annual “Comedy Celebration,” beginning at 5 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 3 at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre, 4401 W 8th St., L.A. Proceeds from the event benefit the Peter Boyle Research Fund, named for the actor who died in 2006 after a fouryear battle with myeloma—a complex, and often misdiagnosed, cancer of the bone marrow that attacks and destroys bone. The evening will include red carpet
arrivals, pre-show cocktail reception and silent auction, two-hour comedy show— featuring Cristela Alonzo, Gabriel Iglesias, Jim Jefferies, Nick Kroll, Natasha Leggero, Kevin Nealon, Chelsea Peretti, Sasheer Zamata and more— and a post-show reception for VIP ticket holders. Since the first event in 2007, the annual IMF Comedy Celebration has featured more than 50 celebrity comedians and musical performers, and raised more than $7 million. For tickets and more information, visit comedy.myeloma.org.
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a Fund-A-Mission auction where guests will have the opportunity to support special Ed Asner Family Center initiatives including summer camp for kids with autism and other programs for the community. For more information about center and sponsorship opportunities, contact Kayleigh Millet at kayleigh@edasnerfamilycenter.org. “The Ed Asner Family Center is a one-stop for those with special needs and their families seeking wholeness in all attitudes of life, said Chrisa Sadd, LMFT, director of mental health services. “The center will act as an oasis of balance and thought, of interaction and education. Most importantly, The center will give children and adults of all levels of ability a chance at dignity, confidence, and self-respect. At The Ed Asner Family Center, we cater to the needs of the special child and enroll the complete family to help them meet the unique challenges they face with grace.”
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needs children and their families, providing a major local impact in our L.A. community. It will be an unforgettable night.” The Ed Asner Family Center in Studio City is fundraising for the first flagship site and will debut classes and programs this fall. The center’s aim is to not only cater to the needs of the special child, but aims to engage the whole family to help them face their unique challenges. Tickets, sponsorship opportunities and additional information are available at www.edasnerfamilycenter.org. The evening will kick off with chef Smith preparing a fried chicken and hummingbird cake dinner family-style for the main floor guests. Joan’s on 3rd will be providing platters for the mezzanine seating. The program will also offer
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Vietnamese Comedian’s Debut Feature Film To Premiere Oct. 21 You Have A Nice Flight, the first feature film by actor/comedian Jimmy Dinh, of NBC’s America’s Got Talent, will debut in a benefit premiere at 3:30 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 21 at the Ahrya Fine Arts Theater, 8556 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills. Tickets are $35 and available at www.laemmle.com/films/?title=YOU%20HAVE%20a%20nICE %20fLIGHT&sort=title&limit=40. The comedy will then have a one-week run at the LAEMMLE NoHo 7 theaters, 5270 Lankershim Blvd., Oct. 26-Nov. 1 at regular prices, www.laemmle.com/theaters/23. Ticket sales from both the premier and NoHo 7 run will benefit the nonprofit Children Mending Hearts. You Have A Nice Flight has an original screenplay by Dinh who migrated to America from Vietnam 25 years ago. The PG13 film centers on a 40-something man-child (Dinh is 4’11”) who seeks to be “Mr. Right” to everyone he meets on the flight to Vietnam to save his dying twin brother who needs a kidney transplant. Dinh plays several roles in the film besides the lead character, including a male manicurist who falls in love with the airline’s flight attendant (Shelley Dennis), a Thai woman and an elderly Cambodian grandmother. Dinh’s actual twin brother Daniel Phu, owner of the Beverly Hills eyelash salon Long Mi Lashes, makes a cameo appearance in the film. tary, paintings, Tiffany works and more. For more information, visit www.kaminskiauctions.com. • • • • • Country star Lee Ann Womack will introduce songs from her new album The Lonely, The Lonesome & The Gone at a one-night only concert at 8 Lee Ann p.m., Saturday, Womack Oct. 13 at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, 14900 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada. Tickets range from $35-$60 and are available online at www.lamiradatheatre.com or by calling 562-944-9801 or 714994-6310. • • • • •
Social media figure Jeremy Fragrance will make a personal appearance from 2-4 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 14 at Barneys Beverly Hills, 9570 Wilshire Blvd. Fragrance is widely considered to be a leading fragrance reviewer and won a 2018 Fragrance Foundation award for best video blog. Fragrance will meet and greet customers and promote the latest fragrances from artisanal brand Tiziana Terenzi. He will be joined by the brand’s president and perfumer Paolo Terenzi. For more information, visit www.barneys.com or call 310276-4400. • • • • • The Beverly Hills High School Theatre Program will
present Midsummer/Jersey, Ken Ludwig’s updated retelling of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, at 7 p.m., Oct. 18-20 and 4 p.m., Monday, Oct. 22 at the Salter Family Theatre, 1880 S. Moreno Dr, Beverly Hills. Set on the boardwalk of a seaside town in modern-day New Jersey, the story revolves around the impending marriage of the governor of New Jersey, the love affairs of four beachbound high school crushes, a lively crew of fairies and the staff of the local beauty salon (run by Patti Quince and stylist Nikki Bottom). The night takes a magical turn when Oberon and the impish Puck arrive on the scene armed with a powerful love potion and a desire for mischief making. Tickets are available online at bhhs.bhusd.org or through the student store. • • • • • Chamber Music at All Saints continues at 5 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 21 at All Saints Church, 504 N. Camden Dr., Beverly Hills. Performing a program of music by George Frideric Handel will be Kathleen McIntosh on harpsichord, Suzanna Giordano-Gignac and Stephen Redfieldon on baroque violins and Leif Woodward on cello. The program will include Trio sonatas Op.2 no.1 in B minor and Op.2 no.3 in F major; violin sonatas Op.1 no. 12 in F major and Op.1 no.6 in G minor and harpsichord suites (1720) no. 2 in F major and no.8 in F minor. Tickets are $20 adults, $10 students/seniors. For more information, visit www.allsaintsbh.org.
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FILM FEST WINNER–Taking the top prize for Best Picture at this week’s Other Venice Film Festival was the film The Guest House. Accepting the award are actress Arleen Grace (left) of Beverly Hills, one of the film’s stars, and Steve Alper, writer/executive of the thriller which won out over the other 300 feature submissions. Also in the film’s cast are Daniel Baldwin, Eileen Davidson, Tom Alper, Vince Van Patten, Jason Stewart and Samantha Latham.
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LOCAL LANDMARKS– Two projects were approved as local landmarks by the Beverly Hills City Council this week. The two projects were the J.B. Hurd Residence at 626 N. Camden Dr. (pictured left) and the Gindi-Birnkrant House at 604 Alpine Dr. (pictured inset in story).
Beverly Hills Flats Ranked No. 1 Priciest Area In L.A. By Matt Lopez Beverly Hills’ flats have become L.A.’s priciest place to call home in the third quarter of 2018, according to a new study released this week by PropertyShark.com. The study, “Top 10 L.A. Area Neighborhoods by Median Sale Price in Q3 2018” ranks Beverly Hills No. 1 with a median sale price of a whopping $7.4 million.
Coming in just behind the flats were Trousdale Estates, clocking in at $6.3 million, followed by the Beverly Hills gateway at No. 3 with a $5.7 million median sale price. The quarter’s priciest transaction closed in Malibu, at a hefty $48.7 million. Nearby Bel Air checked in at sixth on the list at $3.2 million.
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like to share? Participants included advocates for organized sports on the ball fields (for adult and youth soccer and baseball), tennis and several bridge club representatives. These individuals were interested in preserving and improving the facilities. One young mother advocated for improving children’s facilities and improving traffic safety for parents with kids. She was concerned about water play and was not supportive. The groups showed nearly universal support for a bridge, preferring a design in which La Cienega Boulevard tunnels beneath expanded park facilities. Every group agreed that the community center was no longer adequate, that the children should have separated age-appropriate play areas, the lighting needs improvement and that the Metro potentially brings increased security risks. Some groups expressed concerns for outdoor vs. indoor basketball; some wanted pickleball. Tennis, bridge and organized sports enthusiasts expressed concerns about cutting back the facilities. The bridge players would like to upgrade and update the buildings, add better access for their elderly or handicapped players and improvements including electronic scoring and other technology. Several groups supported reconfiguring the ball fields to allow more open space and passive recreation. One baseball enthusiast offered a redesigned ball field that would open up some of the maintenance and dugout areas. A second Town Hall meeting is set for Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. at the La Cienega Community Center. The public is encouraged to attend. Ceppos will continue with more stakeholder meetings and then prepare a comprehensive report to bring to City Council in December. Participation is the best way to a satisfying outcome. For more information about the La Cienega Park & Recreation Complex project or to take the survey, visit www.beverlyhills.org/lacienegasurvey or email lacienegaproject@beverlyhills.org with your comments.
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A “common outcome” from the interviews revealed that users would like to expand the passive use of the park. They would also like a larger, multi-use community center. Bridge users would like an updated bridge facility. Users would like indoor and outdoor sports facilities, including a pool, basketball facilities and perhaps, a skate park. There is widespread support for a bridge to connect the two sides of the park. One suggestion is to reroute La Cienega Boulevard beneath the park to make a continuous land bridge that would add precious green space to the facility to maximize the space. Bathrooms and shade, age-appropriate separate play areas for kids, a water feature for playtime, improved snack bar, better field availability, less field restrictions, better lighting throughout the park, better lighting on the tennis courts, improved pro-shop facilities and more traffic safety were also common. Respondents expressed deep concerns about increasing homelessness and security concerns with the incoming Purple Line Metro Station, now under construction. Open space, green space and places for rest and relaxation were also high on the list. Ceppos explained that interview subjects said that they came to the park for an activity and then left; they did not linger. The park does not offer many relaxing spaces that invite lingering. The Town Hall participants showed much agreement with other participants and some creative thinking of their own. Each table was asked to select a note taker and a facilitator to represent the group after each segment, which was divided into 15-minute segments in which participants responded to one of three questions. The questions were the following: 1. Based on the initial outcomes from the outreach, what ideas do you support and why? 2. Based on the initial outcomes, are there ideas that concern you? If so, why? 3. Are there other ideas you would
Correcting The Record In an article on Oct. 5 The Courier stated that Jon Gluck earned $25,000 for lobbying on behalf of the development at 100 N. Crescent Drive. In his Legislative Advocate registration form, Gluck stated that his lobbying engagement commenced on July 19, and he estimated earning “up to $25,000.” Mr. Gluck has since stated to the Courier that compensation for the project is $7,500.
Beverly Hills City Council Approves Two More Properties As Local Landmarks By Matt Lopez The Beverly Hills City Council on Tuesday, at the recommendation of the Cultural Heritage Commission, approved two properties as local landmarks. The properties – the GindiBirnkrant House at 604 Alpine Dr. and the J.B. Hurd Residence at 626 North Camden Dr. – were placed in the Beverly Hills Register of Historic Properties. The Gindi-Birnkrant House was designed by Master Architects Conrad Buff III and Donald Hensman in 1979 for Mr. and Mrs. William Birnkrant. The architecture firm was known for its post-and-beam designs and later recognized for their expressive architectural massing and interplay between
indoor and exterior environments. The J.B. Hurd Residence was developed in 1941 by master builder Ray P. Stahmann for Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Hurd as a 1940s interpretation of the French Revival style. The front facade facing Camden Drive has an L-shaped massing and irregular composition. The exterior is covered in whitewashed brick at the ground floor.
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ARTS & E N T E RTA I N M E N T KCET’s SoCal Connected Returns For Ninth Season Emmy-winning weekly half-hour news documentary series SoCal Connected has returned to independent TV station KCET for its ninth season. Airing at 8 p.m., Tuesdays, the series’ long-form episodes focus on a single topic, allowing for a deeper exploration of critical issues. Upcoming episodes include: • Out Of Bounds—Oct. 16. One of the nation’s top high school athletes was on a path to the NFL, but instead became the poster child for what’s wrong with L.A.’s mental health system. The show documents the life and times of Dorsey High’s Antonio Carrion. • Divide And Conquer— Oct. 23. Gerrymandering is one of the most effective tools to manipulate an election and guarantee a win. The episode profiles how some local governments have used political borders to dilute minorities’ power and what is being done about it. To view this season’s episodes and additional online reporting visit http://www.kcet.org/socalconnected.
Jacob Jonas The Company Begins Its Wallis Dance Residency
Dancer, choreographer and 2010 Beverly Hills High School graduate Jacob Jonas is happy to be in his home turf. The popular dance ensemble he founded, Jacob Jonas The Company, currently celebrating its fifth season, has been named company-in-residence for Beverly Hills’ Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts’ 2018-19 season After sold-out, ecstatically reviewed performances in the 2016-17 season, The Company was asked back by The Wallis’ Artistic Director Paul Crewes. “We’re pleased to support The Company’s forward trajectory by expanding our commitment to Jacob and his unique company of dancers,” he said. “This is a big moment for us,” says Jonas. “It means having a home and place to share premiered work. We’re excited.” The residency will include the ensemble’s second engagement May 10-11 next year and education outreach opportunities. The Company is kicking off its Wallis alliance with an initial intimate show of world premieres at 8 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 24-Saturday, Oct. 27, in the Lovelace Studio Theater, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills. The Company is the first to
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play the Wallis’ smaller “black box” space. And or the first time, The Company has commissioned works by guest choreographers. Unknown Territories is by Donald Byrd, Bessie award-win-
ner, Tony-nominated choreographer (The Color Purple) and Jonas’ mentor. “We did a competition and Donald was one of the judges and one of the prizes was a mentoring session with him,” says Jonas “It turned into three months and working with his company in Seattle. The dance is to music by Israeli singer/musician Avi Belleli. Cupido is by Latino choreographer Omar Román de Jesús, born in Puerto Rico and based in New York. Jonas met him through his #CamerasandDancers—a monthly location-specific Instameet combining dance and photography through partnerships with cultural institutions, dance companies, and social media influencers. The Company has more than 80,000 Instagrams followers and is big on social media. “It’s important to support the arts and engage with younger audiences online,“ Jonas says. With music by Calle 13, Eduardo Galeano, Silvio Rodríguez and Caloncho, the piece “is a romantic celebration of love and Spanish culture,” Jonas says. “I know it’s a challenge for
choreographers to work with dancers of different abilities,” Jonas says. His unique “modern ballet” company of 10 highlights acrobats and breakdancers, reflects his background working with the Calypso Tumblers, a street-performing group on the Venice Beach boardwalk at the age of 13. “I like to cast people in different styles,” Jonas adds. Jonas is also debuting three new works • Crash, inspired by ocean waves. “I wanted to do an abstract piece on what a crashing wave looks like, but with human bodies,” Jonas says. The piece will be accompanied live by Afro-pop singersongwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Ghana, West Africa, Okaidja Afroso, who’s creating an original score. • Jonas is keeping the details of Make A Toast a surprise. And it will be performed with no accompaniment. • Transfer, about “moving from, learning from, and growing from one person to another,” Jonas says, stars Jill Wilson. Music is by Dustin O’Halloran. To be placed on the waiting list for October performances, visit TheWallis.org or call 310746-4000.—Steve Simmons
10th Annual Lady Filmmakers Festival Honors Blake, Screens Features, Shorts Lady Filmmakers Festival, in its 10th year, screened 97 shorts and 11 features from all over the world at the Wilshire Screening Room for four days last month. The festival also launched a feature film screenplay contest and held table reads at the Beverly Hills Public Library. Lady Filmmakers selects films that have at least one of the following leadership positions filled by a woman: writer, director, producer, cinematographer, production designer or editor. The festival is run by longtime Beverly Hills residents and co-founders Patricia DiSalvo Viayra and Mike Viayra, who are currently enjoying recent awards for their feature film Tournament which won Best Feature Film at Origins Game Fair Film Festival and Best Gamer Film from the Gen Con Film Festival. “We strive to create a welcoming, fun and safe environment for women to tell their stories. We celebrate all official selection attendees as if they are all VIPs as just getting into the festival is a huge accomplishment,” said Di Salvo Viayra. “We accept under 20 percent of our submissions and do not curate any films.” The festival honored director Tessa Blake, with the Moving Image Award for her achievements in film and TV. Blake is an award-winning filmmaker and television director (iZombie, NCIS: New Orleans, Once Upon a Time). She and her husband Ian Williams work as a writing team for film and TV and have enjoyed script deals with ABC, NBC, FOX and Warner Brothers. Blake has directed theater for Naked Angels Theater Company and The Atlantic Theater Company, is an alumna of the 24 Hour Plays, and a founding
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advisor for The Moth. Among the festival’s winners were: • Director Melissa and James Boratyn’s Ginger, which won the The Best of the Festival Award. A world premiere at the festival, the film is a 23-year-old’s guide to breast cancer. • Struck as Best Comedy Feature directed by Jillian Armenante and starring Heather Matarazzo (The Princess Diaries, Exes & Ohs). • You, Me and Him, directed by Daisy Atkins Best and making its L.A. premiere, as best Foreign Feature. The film stars Lucy Punch (A Series of Unfortunate Events, New Girl, Motherland, Bad Teacher), David Tennant (Dr. Who, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire), and Faye Marsay (Game of Thrones, The White Queen). • A Land Shaped By Women, directed by world-champion snowboarder Anne-Flore Marxer of France, as Best Short Film. For a complete list of films, screenplays and actors, visit www.ladyfilmmakers.com.
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THE FASHION OF BEVERLY HILLS ROYALTY IN BEVERLY HILLS — Prince Lorenzo de Medici, a descendant of one of the world’s most powerful families during the Renaissance, held an intimate soirée at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills which included an auction of his paintings, as well as various “royal experiences” and Medici heirlooms. “I grew up in a family of painters and patrons of the arts,” Medici said during the evening event. He described his collection of paintings as “Renaissance Pop,” whereby he gives a modern twist to Renaissance paintings. Pictured left: Prince Lorenzo de Medici with Pamela and Bill Wiley. The trio is standing with Medici’s painting entitled: “Catherine de Medici of Chanel.” Medici said the work is painted with a special color that illuminates when it’s dark. “The Chanel symbol on Catherine’s necklace represents that (Coco) Chanel got her inspiration for her perfume No. 5 from Catherine de Medici,” he said.
BOLD Holidays Return To Beverly Hills Nov. 15 With Holiday Lighting On Rodeo Drive Kicking Off Month-Long Celebration BOLD Holidays returns to Beverly Hills on Thursday, Nov. 15, with a special “Holiday Lighting Celebration” to kick off a flurry of evening activities, extended shopping hours, live entertainment, art installations and more. Happening every Friday and Saturday evening from Nov. 16 through Dec. 22, from 5 to 8 p.m., residents and visitors can enjoy a bevy of evening activities including holiday decor and lighting, a party in the street, special guests, art installations, treats, upscale food trucks, and even fireworks.
From BOLD holiday art walks to rides on luxury cars to motorcycle coaches from QuinCoach to live music in Beverly Canon Gardens to a unique holiday popup experience by interactive artist Alexa Meade where visitors can step into twodimensional paintings and don handpainted attire, opportunities abound for friends and families to get into the holiday spirit in Beverly Hills. For detailed information, visit: http://lovebeverlyhills.com/events/view/ bold-holidays-2018. -Laura Coleman FIGHTING BREAST CANCER — A Cause for Entertainment hosted its fourth annual fundraising event to fight breast cancer at Candela in Los Angeles. This year’s event raised money for the Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation and Shay Sharpe’s Pink Wishes, which grants last wishes to and supports the families of women under the age of 40 who have been given a terminal diagnosis. This year’s gala was emceed by actress Sarah Burns. Pictured (from left): Richard Mento, Courtenay Taylor and Julie Nathanson.
Cancer Support Community Los Angeles To Honor D’Apolito, Lawrence and Wellisch At Annual Gilda Awards Gala Cancer Support Community Los Angeles (CSCLA) is set to hold its annual Gilda Award Gala on Friday, Nov. 9, at the InterContinental Century City to benefit its free-of-charge services for cancer patients and their families. CSCLA’s mission is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action and sustained by community. The evening will honor director Lisa D’Apolito with the “Gilda Award: Legacy Champion,” multiple-Emmy nominated and SAG Award winning actress Sharon Lawrence with the “Gilda Award: Community Champion,” and Dr. David Wellisch, PhD with the “Harold H. Benjamin Innovation
Award.” Ruth Weil is honorary chair of the Gilda Award Gala, which was named for legendary comedian Gilda Radner, who died in 1989 from ovarian cancer. Emmy nominated actress and breast cancer survivor Mindy Sterling will emcee and The Groundlings will provide the evening’s entertainment. The live auction, which includes an African Safari, will be hosted by Chuck Dukas. Individual and corporate sponsorships are available, with a limited number of individual tickets available for $500. For more information, visit www.CSCLAGala.org or contact Madison Shearer at mshearer@cancersupportla.org. -Laura Coleman
LA FILM FESTIVAL — Hilary Swank was among the throng of stars in attendance at last month’s “Unscripted with Hilary Swank” at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills as part of the 2018 LA Film Festival. This year’s festival included nine days of screenings, an array of performances, panels and special events at various spots throughout the city. Image Courtesy of Getty Images and LA Film Festival
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BHEF 40th Anniversary The Beverly Hills Education Foundation celebrated its 40th anniversary on Wednesday evening at the Secret RosĂŠ Garden at The Beverly Wilshire. BHEF honored special guest Jonathan Prince with the Distinguished Service Award for his years of dedication to the foundation and thanked previous presidents of the organization for their service over the last 40 years.
Darnell Cox, Jonathan Prince and Todd Okum
Jennifer Wooster, Mai Nakaoka and Jas Nakaoka
Past BHEF presidents: Harriet Hochman, Alan Bunnage, Dev Hankin, Annette Saleh, Monique Mass Gibbons, Councilmember Lili Bosse, Ronit Stone and Lee Egerman (accepting for Mark Egerman).
Laurie Okum, Ronit Stone and Jodi Galen
Adi Hacker and BHUSD boardmember Isabel Hacker
Dion Jackson, April Jergens and Rose Kaiserman
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BHHS Principal Mark Mead and Bradley Gibbons
El Rodeo Principal Kevin Allen, Jeannine Ramer and Troy Titus-Adams Fred Hahnfeldt, Jackie Kassorla, Melissa Stein and David Lifschitz
Doreece and Roy Artal
Jonathan Forster, Randy Seff and Tamar Seff
Margaret Levy and Don Rosen
Jeff Wallach, Susie Wallach, Jessica Gusow and Seth Gusow
Tina Wiener and El Rodeo Assistant Principal Kevin Painter
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TENNIS CHAMPS – A pair of locals were victorious last week in the 22nd Annual Beverly Hills NTRP Classic tennis tournament at the La Cienega Tennis Center. Brad Brooks, who went to Hawthorne School, teamed with Jonah Feit to emerge victorious with the NTRP Men’s Double’s championship. Feit grew up in the area, went to Milken School and recently graduated from USC. Brooks and Feit beat Albert Chou and Chris Mass of Los Angeles 8-4 in the finals. The annual event is the only United States Tennis Association (USTA) sponsored tournament held in Beverly Hills.
TV Series Based On Life Of Former Beverly Hills High Football Star Paysinger Debuts
All American, a drama inspired by the life and career of former Super Bowl champion and Beverly Hills High alumnus Spencer Paysinger, premiered Wednesday on The CW. Paysinger said he began formulating the idea for All American in 2015, when he knew his football career was beginning to wind down. He retired after a three-game stint with the Carolina Panthers in 2017. That led to a conversation with a friend who was an entertainment executive, Dane Morck, and “that conversation led to an email, which led to a phone call, which led to a meeting, which led to finding” April Blair, who wrote the series pilot which aired Wednesday evening, Paysinger said. “It's crazy to see what an idea that I had a few years ago turned into,” said Paysinger, a consulting producer on the show. All American stars Taye Diggs as Beverly High School football coach Billy Baker, and Daniel Ezra as high By Matt Lopez school football standout Spencer James. The LA84 The CW President Mark Pedowitz Foundation will bring described All American as a cross together 400 civic leadbetween Friday Night Lights (the Texas ers, sports executives, high school football drama that ran on nonprofit leaders and NBC from 2006-11) and the 2003-07 Olympic and Paralympic Fox teen drama The O.C. athletes on Oct. 18 for its All American begins to veer from upcoming summit: Paysinger's life story in its opening act Athlete Activism + Social Pictured above, from left: Metta when Baker attends a South Crenshaw Justice: Taking Action for World Peace, Paul George, Eric High game, approaches James afterDickerson and Tony Dungy will be Our Youth.” ward, introduces himself and says, “I In keynotes, panel among the speakers at the LA84 need you to play for me.” discussions and power Foundation summit. In reality, Paysinger was the sixth talks, speakers from World Champion member of his family to attend Beverly across the country will discuss topics Metta World Piece Hills High School through a since-abolsuch as the impact athlete activists can and tennis star ished program allowing students who have, P.E. as a social justice issue, how James Blake, among lived outside Beverly Hills to attend the to ensure sports are safe for kids, and many more. much more. The summit is set for Thursday, Oct. school in an attempt to increase its Notable guest speakers will include 18 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the JW diversity, following his father, three uncles and older brother. 5-time NBA All-Star Paul George, Pro Marriot at L.A. Live. Football Hall of Famer Eric Dickerson, The LA84 Foundation is a recogformer Super Bowl winning coach Tony nized leader in support of youth sport Dungy, four-time Olympic Gold programs and public education about Medalist Greg Louganis, former NBA the role of sports in youth development.
LA84 Foundation Summit To Feature Eric Dickerson, Paul George, Greg Louganis
FUN RUN – Hawthorne School this week held its annual Fun Run, a health-oriented walk/jog-athon fundraiser that combines a mile run with activities like jumping rope and an obstacle course with games and grade competitions. The Fun Run accounts for 25 percent of the PTA's annual raise. All proceeds from the Fun Run go to the Hawthorne PTA which provides over $200,000 each year in programs, academic enrichment, technology, teacher professional development, supplies and hospitality. This year’s fun run featured a visit from L.A. Galaxy defender John Requejo. Pictured above, from left: Galaxy Star Squad member Amy, L.A. Galaxy Executive Brendan Collins, Hawthorne Fun Run Chair Rusti Banagas, Hawthorne student Cash Banagas, Requejo, and Galaxy Star Squad members Jackie and Anais.
All American does not tell the dayby-day story of Paysinger's life, instead using it as “an inspiration and a jumping off point,” Blair said. Paysinger's “story and Spencer's story are very different, but the heart of it and some of the ... most important, life-changing moments are very much inspired by Spencer's real life,” Blair said at the Television Critics Association Summer Press Tour. Future episodes will deal with James adjusting to Beverly Hills and “struggling to maintain balance” with his family, racial issues including "driving while black,” and “fun, kind of wish-fulfillment stuff because it's a CW show, but also imbue it with stories that matter about race and socioeconomic disparity as much as we can,” Blair said. "All American is not "trying to do an exact replica" of Beverly Hills High School. Both the series' South Crenshaw and Beverly high schools are fictional, Blair said. One difference between the real and fictional schools is that sushi is not sold in the school cafeteria, a Beverly Hills High School student confirmed. The school is not called Beverly Hills High School for legal reasons, Blair said. School scenes are filmed at El Segundo High School. Blair said she would have loved to filmed the series at Beverly Hills High School but could not because of construction there. –– City News Service
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CHEERS TO THE BUSSEL’S – For over 30 years, the Bussel family business has made Beverly Hills home to Sabrex International, a family-run business that specializes in the international distribution of some of the world’s finest wines and spirits, including a rare selection of American and Scotch whiskies, rums, tequilas and Cognacs. Dr. Joseph Bussel founded the business in 1987 after his retirement from Academia. Ari Bussel and his siblings are graduates of the Beverly Hills school district. Ari is also a graduate of TEAM Beverly Hills and CERT, and has served on the City’s Environmental Sustainability Topic Committee and the Maple Counseling Center’s Crisis Response Team. Sabrex International was recognized by the City Council Tuesday evening as a Beverly Hills Legacy Business. Pictured, (from left): Barak Bussel, Helen Bussel, Sigal Bussel, Rachel Bussel, Ari Bussel, Dr. Joseph Bussel, Mayor Julian Gold, Councilmember Lili Bosse and Vice Mayor John Mirisch.
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and the Applicant, Byron Allen, during the deliberation process, Shooshani congratulated Allen for obtaining his approval for three R-1 permits and proposed a plan to dine together. At the council meeting Tuesday afternoon, Commissioners Peter Ostroff and Lori Greene Gordon sat on what has come to be referred to as the “residents’ side” of the Council Chambers, with Ronald Richards, Debbie Weiss and others who supported the call-up of the project. Seated with the applicant and his team were Director of Community Development Susan Healy Keene and Assistant Director of Community Development Ryan Gohlich, the team that engineered the twists and turns that squeezed the project through the Municipal Codes, along with Licht and Shooshani. In her comments, Greene Gordon referred to the many “twists and turns” the project had taken. “It’s asking a lot of our citizens… when issues like this come out… with seeming improprieties,” she said, referring to the $5,500 fee Richards had to pay to file an appeal of the decision, which would be returned to him if the Council agreed to call up the project. “The staff report said that 1,800 square feet [sic] is going to be removed and he [Allen] said ‘no’ when he arrived. That is the staff report that I read. I did not have any advanced knowledge – no ex parte knowledge that others may have had,” said Greene Gordon. Greene Gordon was referring to the staff report that was distributed six days prior to the Sept. 13 hearing. In that report, which informs the public of the
precise nature of what is on the Planning Commission agenda, there appears a resolution to approve the project pending the removal of 1,823 square feet. The staff report did not inform the public that Allen had no intention of doing that. Neither, it seems, did three of the Commissioners. Greene Gordon was also referring to two meetings that took place after the staff report was published and distributed that stated that Allen’s team was going to return to the commission for a resolution approving the R-1 permits with a plan that would reduce the size of the project 1,823 square feet (plus the previously agreed upon 548 square feet to meet CEQA requirements, a total of 2,371 square feet) to become eligible for an R-1 permit under BHMC §10-3-2502(B)(2)(d). The first meeting took place on the fourth floor of City Hall on Monday, Sept. 10. The applicant and his team met with Mayor Gold and Susan Healy Keene. This was confirmed by phone and email, though oddly, it does not appear on Mayor Gold’s schedule for that day. At the City Council meeting on Tuesday, Ostroff told the council that Keene would not divulge what was said at that meeting. As a Planning Commissioner, Ostroff said he has a right to be kept updated and informed equally with the other commissioners. The second meeting took place at City Hall at 5 p.m. the evening before the project was to come before the commission, Sept. 12. Planning Commission Chair Andy Licht reserved a conference room at City Hall. This is his statement, which he asked to be relayed in full: “I was contacted the morning of Sept. 12, and asked if I
In addition, of the 492 households surveyed, the City received only 27 responses, 23 in support and four opposed to the consolidation of PPP zones in the Test Area. No public comment was received at the Traffic and Parking Commission meeting on Aug. 9. Rev. Ed Benioff, Pastor of Good Shepherd Church, was joined by school staff and parents to oppose the parking zone change. Benioff explained that after multiple meetings with parents, police and the community, the school had invested thousands of dollars in a smart phone app to help parents queuing for drop off/pick up. The school has three different campus access points for cars. “We have it down to 15 minutes… We would be willing to work on it. We have something that works and we don’t want to lose it.” When questioned, City staff responded that they had faxed notice to the school. They did not follow up to confirm that the notice had been received. “I am so frustrated,” said Councilmember Lili Bosse, “that we did-
were willing to meet with the Calle Vista applicant team. I have an open-door policy, I will meet with proponents and opponents on any issue before the Planning Commission, however, I do not offer any of my opinions in these settings. I reserve my thoughts for the public hearings. “Therefore, a meeting was set for that afternoon in City Hall. I disclosed these ex parte communications at the beginning of the Sept. 13, planning commission Calle Vista hearing. “Present at the September 12th meeting were Byron Allen, Murray Fischer, Brian Pinkett, William Mungal and two others. At the meeting, they disclosed their point of view, the same remarks that they presented in the formal planning commission meeting September 13, 2018.” Keene later said that she was also at that meeting. Thus, it is clear that Keene and Licht knew that Allen had no intention of reducing his structure, despite what had appeared in the Planning Commission agenda for Sept. 13. No effort was made to convey the information to the public or to Ostroff and Greene Gordon prior to the Commission meeting. Though it has been uncovered that Allen’s lawyer, Murray Fischer, engages in what could be construed as inappropriate communications with Commissioner Shooshani, it is unclear if the details were communicated to him prior to the Sept. 13 meeting. It is also unclear if Vice Chair Alan Block was informed prior to the meeting. Neither Block nor Shooshani responded to an email asking for confirmation. It is the perception, however, of Commissioners Greene
n’t have a discussion with Good Shepherd!” “This is a project that is eventually necessary,” said Councilmember Friedman. “We gave our blessing… The test is going to fail without consulting the church. There is a problem.” Bosse reiterated that she does not support the consolidation project. Also, having served on the Traffic and Parking Commission, Bosse said there are “unintended consequences” tied to consolidation. “For sure, tonight is a perfect example of this.” In addition to the school, one building owner expressed concerns that her tenants in a medical building had fewer and fewer options for their patients’ parking as the livery service drivers from the Peninsula and surrounding hotels use the metered spaces. She reported that they have even resorted to using handicapped parking permits to park all day while they sit in their vehicles. The plan would have severely impacted her tenants. The City Council instructed Kunz to work with the businesses and the Good Shepherd School to find a more efficient solution, denying the zone change.
Gordon and Ostroff that contrary to the staff report, Allen had decided at least a few days before the hearing not to reduce the size of his property. This decision – that he asked the majority of the Planning Commission to condone-- was in defiance of the legal opinion given by City Attorney David Snow prior to the meeting on Sept. 13 - that the project was not eligible for an R-1 Permit to increase the size of the structure as proposed to an excess of 15,000 sf. Further, said Ostroff at the City Council meeting Tuesday, he was interested in understanding the context when he heard that there had been a meeting with Mayor Gold, Keene and the Applicants. “I’m not saying it was improper, but I wanted to know what happened,” said Ostroff. “I tried to reach Susan [Healy Keene]- about the meeting [they held] between the staff report and our hearing with the applicant. I asked her what happened. She said ‘You will find out at the meeting. I was just there as an observer.’ I asked her, ‘What did you observe – what was said?’ Keene, he said, told Ostroff that, “I don’t feel comfortable telling you.” Instead, said Ostroff, Keene asked him, “Why are you so interested in the project?” He responded: “I have no interest in this project. I am simply trying to do my job and make certain that projects comply with our laws.” Reached after the hearing, Ostroff said, “Ms. Keene’s job and obligation is to do the same. Rather than conceal relevant information in response to a direct request from a planning commissioner and display antagonism toward a legitimate inquiry, she should be apologizing for the fact that her department incorrectly advised
the Planning Commission that Mr. Allen’s project was eligible for a categorical exemption from CEQA (which it is not) or for the R-1 Permit (which it was, and is not).” In response, Keene said it is normal for an Applicant to request a meeting with the Mayor. “The meeting Commissioner Ostroff referenced was the Mayor’s meeting which I was asked to attend to provide any clarification, if requested,” said Keene. “In this meeting, the applicant team expressed concerns to the Mayor about the planning process. I shared that with Commissioner Ostroff. He wanted more detail, but there wasn’t more to provide. The meeting was not unusual; often times applicants request meetings with City Council members and commissioners to discuss their project. With Councilmember Lili Bosse recused because she has a nonconforming hillside residence and the City is awaiting a decision from the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) as to whether she will have to recuse herself from the de novo hearing on the project, the council decided 4-0 to call the project up. “The BHHPA is grateful to the City Council for showing the hillside residents that it cares about a hearing that was rife with legal and fairness issues,” said Ronald Richards. “By calling up the matter, it is indicative of a City Council that responds to residents concerns.” Richards will thus withdraw his appeal and his fee will be refunded. The date for the de novo hearing was set for Dec. 11 to allow time for the FPPC ruling to be returned.
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FLOURISH – New York Times best-selling author and presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin shared lessons in leadership from some of our nation’s most notable presidents at Flourish, an inaugural event in California for female clients of Raymond James. Pictured, from left: Kim Jenson, Chief Operating Officer, Raymond James & Associates Private Client Group; Doris Kearns Goodwin; and Michelle Lynch, Vice President, Network for Women Advisors, Raymond James.
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Astrology
By Holiday Mathis TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Oct. 12). Your work ethic has never been stronger and you'll devote yourself to a serious effort that also just happens to delight you. More highlights this solar return: a speech that persuades people toward your wonderful idea, the closing of a gap in your education and an opportunity that opens a different social world. Sagittarius and Taurus adore you. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Intent is the single biggest component of success today. Set your intention, and your priorities will fall right into place. You'll know what to focus on first, second and third. Tonight you'll look back with satisfaction. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). To help others, they must trust you enough to follow you. If they feel somehow trapped by your expectation of them, they'll rebel. Today calls for a careful observance of the line between helping people and controlling them. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You want their happiness, and you want your own. Unfortunately, just seeing the other person being happy won't be enough to accomplish the second aim. But fortunately, you've other means of getting happy. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Sometimes even well-intentioned help can be an imposition. Don't accept help you don't need. It may seem like a harmless enough way to get through the moment, but it devolves into awkwardness. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). People may feel defensive, like their beliefs are being threatened. In the matters that don't really matter (most of them today) silence will be the best opinion. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). As a water sign, you find it easy to accept that everything changes and, like water, you flow with it. Today, it will be more like floating on he water, because the change is that things are finally as still and clear as a placid lake. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). Some keep themselves ignorant on purpose. They don't want to know anything that might negate what they already believe. This is unwise, and very different from learning what there is to know and then choosing to focus elsewhere. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20). You'll recover what another left behind. They took it as far as they were capable and wrung out as much reward as they were going to get from it. But there's still something very valuable (and different) that was left for you. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). When appealing words fall on ears that want them to be true, the deal will be made. Do note, that doesn't mean it's a good deal. The pleasantness of words has nothing to do with their truth. CANCER (June 22-July 22). A significant part of you exists without words, thoughts or mental images. That part of you is doing something mysterious and yet absolutely crucial to the existence of you and yours. Honor it. Give it space. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You may look for beauty and yet see the flaws. So, your powers of discernment are strong. Some would call that “taste.” Don't be hard on yourself for your critical eye. It's part of how your mind works to protect you. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Don't be blindsided by fearful falsehoods, the sort that make a person feel life is on the brink of disaster when it fact a slightly different perspective is all it takes to see that this couldn't be further from the truth.
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addition, the City Clerk serves as the liaison between the public and city council and provides related municipal services. With impeccable and meticulous knowledge of how the City works, Pope has organized and catalogued the City through four City Managers, three fire chiefs, several police chiefs and mayors, at least a dozen City Council reorganizations and countless scandals, ordinances, elections and meetings. Pope told his admirers that he began his working life with a degree in marketing (Business Administration from Arizona State University) though clearly, his passion has always been singing. Known for his golden pipes, Pope has graciously offered his vocals at installations and ceremonial events for the City that have left the audience breathless. He has long pursued Gospel Music, which he performs admirably. It was 25 years ago when thenMayor Bob Tanenbaum sponsored a concert featuring the Faithful Central Missionary Baptist Church, under the direction of then-Minister Kenneth C. Ulmer, with the Beverly Hills High School Madrigals to promote unity and tolerance in the LA area following the devastating 1992 riots that rocked the region with violence. Pope joined Faithful Central Bible Church in 1999. He is actively involved in their music department as a member and lead singer. He served as a choir director for the group until he was appointed City Clerk in 2005. In January, the choir came back to Beverly Hills, renamed the Faithful Central Bible Church of Inglewood. They performed a concert at the Wallis
October 12, 2018 | Page 17 Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the event under the direction of now-Bishop Ulmer. Before coming to Beverly Hills, Pope worked for Warner Bros. When he first came to the City in 2000, he was employed in the Public Works Department as Commercial Services Manager. During Pope’s career, he has constantly evolved, obtaining certifications and rising in his profession to the highest level. In 2014, he earned the designation of Master Municipal Clerk. He is a member of the International Institute of Municipal Clerks, the City Clerks Association of California and its Executive Board, the League of California Cities Administrative Services Policy Committee and the National Notary Association. Wednesday evening, pausing to hold back tears, Pope acknowledged his colleagues who had come to celebrate his retirement, City Clerks from throughout the State and former staff members from Beverly Hills who served with him in the City Clerk’s office, before turning to his family. “We are an extremely close family,” he said. With both parents deceased, Pope said he has missed time with his family and family trips that he doesn’t want to miss anymore. He also plans to spend more time with his son, Austin Pope, 24, who is currently playing pro basketball in in the European League for Lithuania. The 6-foot-6, 180-pound guard graduated in May from Chaminade University in Honolulu with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, minoring in Communications.
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BIRTHDAYS—Susan Anton, Kirk Cameron, Herbert Young, and Robert Bartley (Oct. 12); Robbie Anderson, Ray Brown, Leslie McRae, Marie Osmond, Timmi Masters, Paul Simon and Demond Wilson (Oct. 13); Deanna Samson, Jeanne Uzelac, Greg Evigan, and Ralph Lauren (Oct. 14); Linda Lavin and Penny Marshall (Oct. 15); Jim White, Barry Corbin, Angela Lansbury, Tim McCarver, Tim Robbins and Suzanne Somers (Oct. 16); Ali Soltani, Lou Milkowski, and George Wendt (Oct. 17); Dr. Richard Benveniste, Wynton Marsalis, and Karen Sachs (Oct. 18).
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A NIGHT AT THE MOULIN ROUGE–The League for Children fundraiser at Bel-Air Country Club attracted (above, from left): event co-chairs Lara Ladd and Holly Hicks; honoree Gloria Holden and Ambassador Glen Holden; and Katie Osterloh; (below, from left): Arne and Celia Kalm; Art Hershey and Sharon Linkletter. Studio 92 Photos
Event Co-Chairs Holly Hicks and Lara Ladd did an incredible job putting the show together with Lara adding her own dancing talents... When you closed your eyes, you would dream of being in Paris at The Moulin Rogue... Broadway singer Nicole Kaplan flew in from a New York production for this event while ringmaster Randal Keith came in from Las Vegas. Singer Joe Donohue, Sylvie Goose, Louis Williams, and Jean Schroeder were others in the show. Choreographer Williams de Vries, producer Jon Imparato, Ken Sawyer’s direction, lighting and sound and David Burnham’s décor were tops. The Eiffel Tower centerpieces surrounded by red roses were provided by Patron Chair Coco Skouras. The $105,000 raised will benefit child abuse prevention and treatment programs that serve 40,000 children and parents annually through 20 locations in Southern California. The organization was co-founded by Lois Linkletter and Millie O’Green in 1986 for the sole purpose of supporting the programs of Children’s Bureau. Spotted among the 200 guests... Louise and Henry Arklin, Noreen (Nash) Whitmore and Dr. Earle Crandall, Betty Hollingworth, Rita Murdoch, Sharon Linkletter, Art Hershey, Carol (Carfagno) Richardson, Mary Davis, Michael and Virginia Kazanjian, Anne Bailey, Gina Furth, Donald Hicks, Bonnie and Richard Coleman, Sharon Fadem, Celia and Arne Kalm, Peggy Collins, Rita Murdoch, Howard Ladd, Katie and Allen Osterloh III, Margie and Dr. Larry Baum, Marlene and Bob Ridgley, and many more.
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Next Saturday (Oct. 20) night will be Saint John’s Health Center’s “Annual Gala Celebration” at The Beverly Hilton. Sponsored by the health center’s Board of Trustees and the Irene Dunne Guild, the 6:30 to 11:30 event will include a reception, dinner, and dancing plus a very special musical performance by noted songstress Katharine McPhee.
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The invitation read The League For Children presents “A Night at the Moulin Rouge”... and what a night it was. As we arrived at Bel-Air Country Club, we were greeted by Dr. Ronald E. Brown, CEO/president of Children’s Bureau and surrounded by beautifully dressed men and women who were asked to wear Parisian chic attire for the event... They definitely did. After a reception and silent auction, we paraded into the dining area to the music of Art Deco and his Society Orchestra, whose great songs kept us on the dance floor the whole evening... League President Katie Osterloh spoke about the wonderful work being done to support Children’s Bureau and introduced Gloria Ann Holden for her half century of passion, devotion, generosity to the League of Children. Her husband, Ambassador Glen Holden, gave a beautiful toast.
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EVENING UNDER THE HARVEST MOON–The 31st annual outdoor gala fundraiser for Tree People in Coldwater Canyon Park brought out (from left): TreePeople Founder/President Andy Lipkis with honorees Irmelin DiCaprio, Dr. Jonathan Fielding, and Karin Fielding. Photo by Adam Thomas
TreePeople, dedicated to creating a climate-ready, watersecure L.A. with equitable tree canopy for present and future generations, hosted its 31st annual outdoor gala fundraiser “An Evening Under the Harvest Moon” in Coldwater Canyon Park. The celebration, staged under a canopy of trees and twinkling aerial lights, honored Irmelin DiCaprio along with Karin and Dr. Jonathan Fielding with the Evergreen Award for Visionary Leadership and the Actors Conservatory Ensemble with the Barbara Goldenberg Award for Volunteer Service. British TV host Kalee Hewlett emceed the event. This year’s host committee included: Diane Behrens, Laurie and Bill Benenson, Suzanne Booth and LeMel Humes, Gay Browne, Beth Burnam and Monte Tomerlin, Kate and Art Coppola, Penney and Jim Cox, Andrew B. Fielding, Preston J. Fielding, Jay Griffith, Judy and Mark Kahn, Suzanne and Rick Kayne, Sue and Carl Robertson, The UCLA Jonathan and Karin Fielding School of Public Health and David Ward. California Treasurer John Chiang presented the honorees with proclamations from the State of California from himself, Rep Ted Lieu, and L.A. County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl. Also in attendance were 310.275.0579 • 434 N. CANON DRIVE Julie Ann Emery, Molly Shannon, Robert Forster, Samuel Page, MON. - THURS. 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM Brittany Ishibashi, Lauren Shuler FRI. & SAT. NOON - 10:00 PM Donner, Aliyah Moulden, and Adrieanne Perez. I TA L I A N R E S TA U R A N T ******
Christina Arechaederra is the event chair and her committee includes Maria Arechaederra, Sylvia Balbone, Jane Loh, Cheryl Robertson Thode, and Kathy Yawitz. Gala dinner chairs are Kathy and John Danhaki, Lynda Oschin and Jerry B. Epstein, Mary and Jay Flaherty, Martha and David Ho, Robert and Elizabeth Lowe, Teresita and Shelby Notkin, Dominic Ornato, Donna Schweers, and Tom Geiser. For tickets. call 310-8298168 or email:tess.csiszar@ stjohns.org. ****** Greek-American soprano Michele Patzakis will be honored at the “Viennese Luncheon” on Sunday, Oct. 28, at the Four Seasons. Hosted by the Loren L. Zachary Society, the event is held under the auspices of the Australian Consul General Andreas Launer, the Austrian Trade Commissioner Dr. Walter Koren, and the Vienna Tourist Board. According to chair organizer Nedra Zachary, there will be entertainment by sopranos Jacquelynne Fontaine and Michele Patzakis, tenor Joshua Wheeker, pianist and music director, Daniel Faltus, Peter Hubner, trumpeter and Laszlo Cser, pianist. Proceeds benefit the 47th annual Loren L. Zachary National Vocal Competition which provides financial support to young, aspiring opera singers. For ticket reservations, call 310-276-2731.
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PUBLIC NOTICES TSG No.: 180299357 TS No.: CA1800283756 FHA/VA/PMI No.: APN: 5555-002-111 Property Address: 8455 FOUNTAIN AVENUE #631 WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90069 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/06/2011. 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 AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 11/01/2018 at 10:00 A.M., First American Title Insurance Company, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 01/12/2011, as Instrument No. 20110069106, in book , page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of California. Executed by: SIMONE BERMAN, A WIDOW, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766 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 THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 5555-002-111 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 8455 FOUNTAIN AVENUE #631, 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. 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, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation
secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $642,653.47. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. 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 (916)939-0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search.nationwideposting.com/proper tySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1800283756
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. 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: First American Title Insurance Company 4795 Regent Blvd, Mail Code 1011-F Irving, TX 75063 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL ( 9 1 6 ) 9 3 9 0772NPP0341379 To: BEVERLY HILLS COURIER 10/12/2018, 10/19/2018, 10/26/2018 –––––– Notification is given that Partners Bank of California, 27201 Puerta Real, Suite 160 Mission Viejo, CA 92691 has filed an application with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation as specified in 12 CFR Section 303.42 for permission to establish a branch office at 8484 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 520 Beverly Hills, CA 90211. Any person wishing to comment on this application may file his or her comments in writing with the regional director of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation at the appropriate FDIC office, 25 Jessie Street at Ecker Square, Suite 2300, San Francisco, California 94105 not later than November 12, 2018. The nonconfidential portions of the application are on file at the appropriate FDIC office and are available for public inspection during regular business hours. Photocopies of the nonconfidential portion of the application file will be made available upon request. 10/12/18 CNS-3182862# BEVERLY HILLS COURIER
CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME In the Matter of the petition of: ASHKAN P-MOHAMMAD To all interested person(s): Petitioner: Ashkan PMohammad, Born: February 5, 1992 and presently over 18 years of age, current residence address: 450 S. Maple Dr.#40, Beverly Hills, CA 90212 filed a petition with the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, Santa Monica Courthouse, West District 1725 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401 on September 28, 2018 for a Decree changing names as follows: Present Name: Ashkan P-Mohammad Proposed Name: ASHKAN FARR THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: November 16, 2018 Time: 8:30 AM Department: K ROOM: A-203 The address of the court is: 1425 Main Stree, First Floor Room 102 Santa Monica, CA 90401 West District Reason for name change: Petitioner is already known by her proposed name wishes to be known by his proposed name in all personal/business affairs. I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct. Signed: Ashkan Farr Judge of the Superior Court: Gerald Rosenberg Clerk: Sherri R. Carter Deputy: Tom G. Holmes Dated: 09/28/18 Published: 10/05/18, 10/12/18, 10/19/18, 10/26/18 BHC-R21783
ness address of the Buyer(s) are: REAL FAITH LLC, 4774 PARK GRANDA, #9134, CALABASAS, CA 91302 (5) The location and general description of the assets to be sold are: FURNITURE, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, TRADE NAME, LEASEHOLD INTEREST & IMPROVEMENTS, COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE, GOODWILL, INVENTORY of that certain business located at: 240 S. BEVERLY DR, #A, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90212 (6) The business name used by the seller(s) at said location is: PINKBERRY BEVERLY HILLS (7) The anticipated date of the bulk sale is OCTOBER 23, 2018, at the office of TOWER ESCROW INC, 23024 CRENSHAW BLVD, TORRANCE, CA 90505, Escrow No. T-015944SC, Escrow Officer: SOPHIE WANG (8) Claims may be filed with Same as “7” above. (9) The last date for filing claims is: OCTOBER 22, 2018 (10) This Bulk Sale is subject to Section 6106.2 of the Uniform Commercial Code. (11) As listed by the Seller, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer are: NONE Dated: SEPTEMBER 27, 2018 TRANSFEREES: REAL FAITH LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY LA2114749 BEVERLY HLLS COURIER
NOTICE
Fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the county clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, et seq., Business and Professions Code).
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2018238177 The following is/are doing business as: LA PALMS CONSULTING 9663 Santa Monica Bl. #1139 Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Farid Yagoubi 9663 Santa Monica Bl. #1139 Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL registrant(s) has begun to transact busi–––––– ness under the name(s) listed in ON September NOTICE TO CREDI- 2018: Farid Yagoubi, TORS OF BULK SALE Owner: Statement is filed (Division 6 of the with the County of Los Angeles: September 19, Commercial Code) Published: Escrow No. T-015944- 2018; September 21, 28, October 5, SC 12, 2018 LACC N/C (1) Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named Seller(s) that a bulk sale is about to be made on personal property hereinafter described. (2) The name and business addresses of the seller are: EVA HSU, 240 S. BEVERLY DR, –––––– #A, BEVERLY HILLS, (No Service Fee) CA 90212 SUPERIOR COURT OF (3) The location in CALIFORNIA, COUN- California of the chief For more Info TY OF LOS ANGELES executive office of the Call GEORGE at CASE NO: SS029351 Seller is: SAME ORDER TO SHOW (4) The names and busi- 310.278.1322
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Large closets, balconies, all amenities in kitchen 9520 W. Olympic Blvd. $2,800/Month w/ breakfast area + No Pets granite counter tops and Completely Remodeled all stainless steel New Bath, Granite-Kitch+ appliances. all harwood Bath, New Kitch+Bath Cabinets, New Hrwd Flrs+ floors and verticle blinds. Carpets, Dwash, Stove, Fireplace, wet bar, Central A/C, Lots of Closets, washer/ dryer included in Enclosed Balcony, laundry area. Secured Security-Gate, Parking building with garden Call 310/721-3769 courtyard. Choice location 1.5 Blocks to Near Beverly Center, CedarsCedars-Sinai Sinai, Restaurants, Trader • PENTHOUSE • Joes, Etc. No Pets. 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • $2,495
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•• •• • Single • • • • • ~ 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. ~ • • Brand New Building • • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • • •• • B r i g h t & A i r y. • • •• Single • • Intercom entry, on-sight • 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • Pool, sauna, parking, on-sight laundry • 3 Bd. + 3 Ba. intercom entry, •• •• facility, courtyard patio. Everything Brand New elevator, on-site •• •• Close to transportation. laundry, parking. Wifi, Bright, controlled Hardwood floors, 310/820-1810 All Utilities Paid. balcony, —————–––– appliances, washer/ access, 310/841-2367 pool, e levator, WILSHIRE ————— dryer in each unit, laundry facility, prkg. CORRIDOR central air. Pool, jacuzzi Close To U.C.L.A. H O L LY W O O D
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR With special study sessions this week and next, our City Council is moving Beverly Hills to the next — and possibly last – phase of the rent stabilization policy process. Mayor Julian Gold has said he wants to wrap-up a final ordinance by the end of the year and eight key issues are up for discussion. Some are essential to any rent control program (like ending no-cause evictions and realistic caps on the allowed rent increase). Others, like relocation fees and habitability standards, would elaborate the minimal protections afforded under state law. Then there are add-ons that do tenants no favor. Nobody but a policy wonk understands rent-banking (and it may be of limited consequence anyway) but exemptions from rent stabilization is serious. How many tenants appreciate that hundreds of renter-households could be denied protections? City Council may well wrap-up these questions, but left unaddressed will be important aspects that get no airtime. Our ordinance includes no specific penalty when relocation fees are unpaid. It includes no sanction for harassment and our City can’t effective police the landlord who uses a sham tenant after an eviction to move the rent unlawfully to market. I’m not convinced that two tightly-scoped council study sessions will produce protections tenants need. Everybody deserves credit for patience and fortitude during the past 18 months. I appreciate that City Council has done its best to wrestle with complex policy issues (and the challenges of hearing from the public). At the same time, though, I’ve been listening to tenants and appreciate how uncertain they are about the policy particulars. They remain unaware about the importance of these sessions. The mailed notice provided the bare minimum of information and nothing therein explains next steps, suggests a timetable, or even underscores the importance of attending now that we are entering the apparent endgame. The troops are understandably fatigued from 18 months of meetings and two rounds of dialogues and all punctuated by months-long hiatus . Yet in some ways it seems like we are closer to the beginning than to the end. And I hope so: it’s better we thoroughly consider all necessary amendments to the rent stabilization ordinance rather than simply to put a wrap on the process. Mark Elliot Organizer of Beverly Hills Renters Alliance ****** This past weekend, the political arm of the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce sent an endorsement mailer supporting two candidates for school board. The chamber’s Leadership PAC endorsed Tristen Walker-Shuman and Rachelle Marcus. The question is why? While our chamber’s goal is to promote our local businesses (many of which are owned by non-residents, whose interests by definition are not aligned those of our students, parents and the Beverly Hills Unified School District). In fact, the majority of the Leadership PAC’s seven boardmembers are not even residents of Beverly Hills so their children cannot attend our schools. The endorsement mailer suggests that the school district should “fold” its litigation efforts against Metro just at the very point in time when a federal court judge is addressing the serious health and safety risks posed by Metro’s alternative alignment under the high school. Moreover, if not for the current legal challenge, Metro wouldn’t consider important mitigation measures such as providing a sound wall to reduce noise and vibrations, eliminating air borne par
ticulates from contaminated soil brought to the surface from the tunnel boring, or the use of electric trucks instead of the 300 diesel vehicles needed to haul away soil. In the event that the federal court allows Metro to tunnel under the high school, the litigation has forced Metro to take the greatest possible precautions based upon actual risk assessments and conditions related to tunneling through an abandoned and unmapped oil field, saturated with flammable methane gas and hydrogen sulfide. Moreover, in the event that Metro does prevail, the existing litigation has provided the district valuable information to negotiate the terms of the “public taking”, which will pay dividends both as to increased safety and financial returns. Finally, perhaps the protracted legal process may ultimately lead Metro themselves to recognize that it cannot safely tunnel through an oil field. Anyone recommending we end our litigation so late in the game, after the majority of our legal expenses have been incurred, is at best sadly misinformed or at worst has other interests. While I fully suspect that the ultimate goal of the chamber may be to improve relations with Metro with regard to construction on Wilshire Boulevard as the subway makes its way past Rodeo drive and the rest of our business triangle, it is egregious for the chamber to promote their agenda at the expense of the health and safety or our children and ultimately the viability of our only public high school. In all fairness, it is possible that the two candidates that the chamber endorsed were not aware of its contents. If so, Tristen Walker-Shuman and Rachelle Marcus should immediately and strongly disavow its endorsement, anything less would demonstrate a lack of integrity, irrespective of any professed qualifications to sit on the school board. What the chamber does make clear is the how important it is that we have candidates for school board that are truly independent, that are strong advocates for the health and safety of our students and that are not beholden to special interests. David Galst ****** It appears that none of our City employees nor City Council plan to attend today’s organized protest against constructing a Metro route under Beverly Hills High School. This protest is intended to demonstrate the critical concern for the health and safety of our high school students. How can the City show such a blatant disinterest in the welfare our youth and our future? It has been about eight months since the community engaged in bitter encounters with the City Council pleading for police protection in our schools. Then too the council revealed a lack of interest in actively protecting the lives of our youth. Finally and thankfully after persistent and major citizen involvement, the council relented and agreed for increased security at our schools. It’s pretty evident that City Council members were alongside L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti digging the first hole for the Metro–as always being photographed is more important than the children. All of them should be there today! In fact, the City offices should all be closed in a strong gesture demonstrating opposition to this Metro route and in support of our students. (Of course emergency personnel shall remain in force and open.) How about showing up to support the people in our community that supported you to be in the position you now are. There is no reasonable explanation to agree with this routing option other then perhaps city to city friendships? Pablo Nankin, M.D.
Cartoon for the Courier by Janet Salter ****** Government works best when it acts on behalf of the people and is not the pawn of special interests. Recently, the Planning Commission voted 3-2 to approve the massive development of Byron Allen’s property at 1115 Calle Vista in an unprecedented departure from laws which have been on the books for 25 years by authorizing a double-sized development on an already non-conforming structure that substantially exceeds the current allowable square footage. The justification for this oversized mansionization is obvious: money. The larger the project, the greater the resale profit; the higher the profit, the more incentive to construct additional offensive, non-conforming residences; and the heightened number of approved projects, the worse the quality of life in Beverly Hills. Despite the legal advice of our city attorney who advised that the developer was not eligible for an R-1 permit for excessive square footage, the Planning Commission approved a 24,087 square foot residence. Worse, the current excavation estimate to remove uncompacted earth is four times the legal threshold of 1,500 cubic yards. Anyone who witnessed the hearing at the Planning Commission had to be appalled at the vicious attack dog tactics that were directed to Beverly Hills Debbie Weiss, whose preparation and PowerPoint presentation were arbitrarily suppressed, coupled with the paltry two minutes she was allotted to rebut Byron Allen’s 45-minute uninterrupted presentation. The vitriol that Joe Shooshani unleashed on Debbie Weiss was so extreme, inappropriate, and uncalled-for that he sent her an apology letter on Sept. 3, – the sincerity of which was later contradicted by Mr. Shooshani’s text messages to a third party. But that does not alter the recently revealed conflicts of interest between the developer and certain members of the Planning Commission and the attendant failure to follow applicable law as detailed by Beverly Hills resident Ronald Richards in his letter of Oct. 2 to the Beverly Hills City Council and the attendant appeal that he filed setting forth 63 legal and factual issues that the Planning Commission failed to consider and which mandate the reversal of its decision. Justice requires fairness, balance, and a scrupulous regard for the rights and interests of our citizenry. No one deserves to be shouted down or shut out in favor of developers whose sole goal is to enrich their already-deep pockets. The City Council now has the opportunity to rectify this blatant disregard of the law and conduct a full and fair hearing to all interested parties so that a just result will be achieved. That hearing is now scheduled for 7 p.m. on Dec. 11. Hopefully, we will not be disappointed at the outcome. Fred A. Fenster ****** A letter in last week’s Courier was entitled “October is Civility Month in Beverly Hills.” I submit that civility begin with a simple courtesy that every driver can do, mainly stop and do so behind the white line at street corners that have “Stop” written large. I have written about this before and aside from being a little act of civility, it is the law. Driving through without stopping endangers other drivers and especially pedestrians who may already have stepped off the sidewalk. If drivers could begin to do this, we wouldn’t need a special month for civility, we could have it all year round! Madeleine Isenberg
Correction On last week’s Letters to the Editor” page, the name of Human Rights Commissioner Karen Popovich-Levyn was mispelled. The Courier apologizes for the error.
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