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It’s Woof-ficial: Beverly Hills Will Finally Get A Dog Park

The Kid Unity after school program visited The Courier on Tuesday. 5 •Health & Wellness •Birthdays •Letters to the Editor

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George Christy, Page 6 A Cultural Ambassador To The World, The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra Performed For Honoree Bram Goldsmith At The Wallis. The Evening Raised More Than $1 Million

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GIRLS INC. EMPOWERS — (From left): Cheryl Saban, Lynne Segall, Gelila Assefa Puck, Shelley Zalis, Holly Robinson Peete, and Cyma Zarghami shine at Wednesday’s Girls Inc. celebration luncheon.

Girls Inc. Honors Puck, Peete, Segall, Zalis, Zarghami At Annual Luncheon A DOG PARK FOR BEAR - Pictured, from left: Courier editor Victoria Talbot, Courier Publisher Marcia Hobbs, Councilmember Nancy Krasne, Activist Tina Sinatra, Vice Mayor John Mirisch, and front row, The Bear, Councilmember Lili Bosse and Amanda Foundation President Teri Austin.

Austin, Resident and Animal Activist Tina Sinatra, and Courier Publisher and President Marcia Hobbs have worked tirelessly to keep the project moving forward and support Mirisch and Bosse’s initiative. The site is expected to contain an off-leash dog park partitioned for small and large dogs that will have a keyed entry, limited to Beverly Hills residents, businesses, and hotel guests with dogs. All dogs must have Los Angeles County doglicenses (which requires spay/neuter certification and proof of up-to-date vaccinations) or proof of vaccination and spay/neuter (common requirements when traveling). (see ‘DOG PARK’ page 18)

Beverly Hills Elder: Ruth Grahm, Actress, Writer, Bonny Doon Rep Part 60 in a series on Beverly Hills residents who have grown with the Centennial City By Laura Coleman It was Ruthie Grahm’s very first day in Los Angeles when serendipity struck as it often did throughout her life. She was 11 years old, a bright-eyed, freckled red-head with a short bob, tired from spending the day looking for apartments that accepted kids with her family, and thus waiting outside the Hollywood Ranch on Vine and Sunset on a bench with a sack of potatoes while her folks, brother and sister shopped for sundries. “Along comes a man and a woman,” she recalled. “They said, ‘Little girl, do you work in pictures?’ I said, ‘How could I work in pictures? I just got here.’” The couple were studio producers and thought she had a look they could use, so they scribbled their number on the bag of pota-

toes and instructed her to have her parents give them a call. “After, my m o m turns to my dad, says, ‘It’s a good thing we Ruthie Grahm c a m e here, they’re picking up kids off the street,’” Ruthie recounted. Originally born in Philadelphia, when Ruthie was 5, the family moved to Rockaway, New York, where her father, Lou Herscher, (see ‘RUTHIE GRAHM’ page 22)

By Laura Coleman On Wednesday, the annual Girls Inc. Los Angeles Celebration Luncheon saluted five women whose extraordinary accomplishments have increased opportunities for women and girls, and inspired them to overcome challenges and succeed. The roster of attendees and honorees was particularly impressive at an event intended to raise funds to support Girls Inc. in delivering life-changing programs and experiences to girls across the

United States and Canada with the mission of inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. “Women leaders are key to inspiring the next generation,” said Judy Vredenburgh, Girls Inc. president/CEO. “Our 2015 honorees demonstrate what’s possible when girls set high expectations for themselves and boldly pursue their goals. We honor them for their professional excellence and their desire to provide many (see ‘GIRLS INC.’ page 18)

Beverly Hills Chinese New Year Bash To Celebrate ‘Year Of The Monkey’ By Victoria Talbot The Beverly Hills Conference and Visitors Bureau (BHCVB) has announced plans for the Fifth Annual Chinese New Year Celebration, including an exclusive partnership with the China International Culture Association (CICA) Jan. 31 at the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills. From Beijing, BHCVB CEO Julie Wagner made the an-

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By Victoria Talbot After nearly a decade of efforts, the City of Beverly Hills is going to get its first dog park. Councilmember Lili Bosse, who made the dog park the Number One priority of her tenure as Mayor last year, was gleeful as comments drew to a close. "I want to make the motion," she cried out enthusiastically. And she did. The City Council voted unanimously to accept the final Mitigated Negative Declaration and again, unanimously, to hire RTK Architects, Inc. for consultant design services. The dog park is a reality! years, the City THIS ISSUE has For looked at locations, rejecting them one at a time. Since 2010, the City has been considering the location at the southeast corner of Alden Drive and Foothill The Fine Arts Theatre is Road after it was sugback in business in Beverly gested by Vice Mayor Hills. 4 John Mirisch. The 20,800 square-foot site will require soil mitigation to remediate arsenic contamination resulting from previous uses. The dog park has GOH japanese restuarant is bringing a new spin on sushi received support from to Beverly Hills. 4 many residents who have spent scores of hours hashing out details at several meetings of the Recreation and Parks Commission. Amanda Foundation President Teri

nouncement. “Last year’s soldout event was a great success. We are honored to partner with the China International Culture Association again this year to showcase the country’s cultural arts performances during our celebration in Beverly Hills.” Beijing’s finest troupes and performance artists will be (see ‘CHINESE NEW YEAR’ page 18)

STEPPIN’ OUT — Jena Malone, Evan Ross and wife singer Ashlee Simpson, and Jennifer Lawrence (in Dior Couture) arrive on the Red Carpet for Lionsgate Films’ The Hunger G a m e s : Mockingjay - Part 2 premiere at Microsoft Theater For more photos, see George Christy’s column on page 6.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the City of Beverly Hills, at its meeting to be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2015, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, will hold a public hearing to consider: RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE SCHEDULE OF TAXES, FEES & CHARGES TO ADD HISTORIC PRESERVATION APPLICATION FEES. The City proposes establishment of the following new application fees pursuant to the amended Historic Preservation Ordinance (Beverly Hills Municipal Code Title 10, Chapter 3, Article 32 and 32.5) adopted July 22, 2015: • Landmark Designation / Amendment or Rescission • Historic District Designation / Amendment or Rescission • Certificate of Appropriateness • Certificate of Economic Hardship • Certificate of Ineligibility • Historic Incentive Permit • Historic Property Information Letter, and • Appeals of applicable above-listed applications The City Council is taking action only on the fees as noted above. The remaining taxes, fees, City service charges, and other fees, charges, extractions and required payments for municipal services, inspections, enforcement activities or for other indicated purposes set forth in the Comprehensive Schedule of Taxes, Fees & Charges will remain in place. At the public hearing, the City Council will hear and consider all comments. All interested persons are invited to attend and speak on this matter. Written comments may also be submitted and should be addressed to the City Council, c/o City Clerk, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210. The comments should be received prior to the hearing date. Please note that if you challenge the Council’s action in regards to this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City, either at or prior to the public hearing. A report analyzing the amount of these fees is available at City Hall at the Planning Counter and the City Clerk’s Office. If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Reina Kapadia, Associate Planner in the Beverly Hills Community Development Department at 310.285.1129 or by email at rkapadia@beverlyhills.org. Copies of the staff report and associated documents are on file in the Community Development Department and the City Clerk’s Office and can be reviewed by any interested person at 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, California 90210. BYRON POPE, MMC City Clerk

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Beverly Hills Fine Arts Theatre Back In Business After Long Closure By Matt Lopez A Beverly Hills classic is back and trying to be better than ever, with the reopening of the Fine Arts Theatre at 8556 Wilshire Blvd. Now known as the Ahrya Fine Arts Theatre, it has been a Beverly Hills mainstay for nearly 80 years and a go-to spot Ahrya Fine Arts Theatre for Hollywood elite. In addition, many red with plans of renovating it and turning carpet events have been hosted there it back into the community jewel it had over the decades. been for so many decades. Former theatre manager Casey After Meehan’s passing, the theatre Rocke told the Los Angeles Times in was purchased by Beverly Hills resi2012 that Mel Brooks and Anne Ban- dents Shawn and Jackie Far, with the croft used to plan double dates with same vision for the future of the theatre Carl and Estelle Reiner at the theatre. in mind. Thus began a quick renovation He told of a story when Leonardo Di- that included re-painting and the instalCaprio and Cameron Diaz had to run lation of new signage. across the street to grab cash from an “They have done a great job with it, ATM because the theatre didn’t accept but there wasn’t a lot that needed to be credit cards. done,” said Gregory Laemmle of Those days were something from a Laemmle Theaters. “It was not in signifbygone era in recent years, as the the- icant disrepair.” atre sat empty, a shell of what was once Perhaps the biggest move Far made such a vibrant member of the commu- was to bring in Laemmle to provide nity. “programming and operational expertThat was until the late Courier’s ise,” as Laemmle calls it. Chairman Emeritus Paula Kent Meehan (see ‘FINE ARTS’ page 22) purchased the theatre in April 2014,

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School Board Opts Not To Petition Supreme Court In Metro Ruling By Laura Coleman On Tuesday, acting on the advice of counsel, the Board of Education decided not to protest the results of an Oct. 22 Court of Appeal ruling siding with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Westside Extension Environmental Impact Review. “The board decided not to file a petition for review with California Supreme Court,” confirmed Doug Evertz of Murphy & Evertz.

The decision came just one week after the board hired former Courier publisher Clif Smith, a licensed attorney, to author the petition pro bono for the district. Evertz would not comment further on what, if any, role Smith would take with respect to the case on the district’s behalf. Smith declined to comment on the board’s decision.

FOR THE RECORD: Following last week’s decision by the Board of Education to hire attorney Clif Smith on a pro bono basis, Board of Education VP Howard Goldstein and Boardmember Noah Margo both took steps in the community to distance themselves from that decision. Multiple sources have told The Courier that the decision to retain Smith as co-counsel on the BHUSD/Metro case was not a voting item and that no individual dissented from giving direction to counsel to retain his services. Last Thursday, in an email to former Board President/Mayor Barry Brucker, Goldstein stated: “I can represent to you that neither Mr. Margo or [sic] I voted to have the District retain Mr. Smith.” The statement is technically accurate, given that it was not a voting item. As such, Goldstein would have been just as accurate in stating that not one member of the board voted to bring Smith on. Goldstein, who is an attorney, said that acting on the advice of the district’s counsel, he would not be providing a comment on his statement. Margo, likewise, did not provide a comment.

Sushi Is Sublime At Beverly Hills’ Goh By Victoria Talbot Ken Nishihara has been a busy man. In Japan, he has an empire of 22 restaurants. He has six children, including five girls and one boy. And Goh is his first restaurant in Beverly Hills. Bringing with him Teddy Yamashita, his top chef, Nishihara has brought a master of traditional preparation, including absolutely delightful visual presentation. The restaurant is tucked between storefronts on Robertson Boulevard, with a humble but definitively Japanese Zen garden marking the transformation from the ordinary world to the contemplation of the ultimate fine-dining experience. Yamashita uses only the freshest ingredients. Our dinner sourced local fish, including Santa Barbara sand dabs, Hawaiian ahi, and Japanese mackerel,

GOT TO GOH – Chef Teddy Yamashita and owner Ken Nishihara flank City Councilmember Nancy Krasne at Goh, located at 265 S. Robertson Blvd.

for example. Nishihara procures all of his fresh fruits and vegetables from local Fresno grower Bruno Luconi, following the (see ‘GOH’ page 22)

Brian Goldberg, Lewis Hall Say Farewell To Time On Board Of Education By Laura Coleman After eight years of serving on the Board of Education, Board President Brian Goldberg said his farewells Tuesday evening. Also saying goodbye to his one-term tenure on the board was boardmember Lewis Hall. Goldberg likened his two terms on the board as a “15-round boxing match with the status quo.” Goldberg cited his most important academic accomplishments as raising academic standards at the high school by aligning graduation requirements to the minimum admission standards for the CSU/UC system, also known as the A-G requirements; at the middle school level by restoring the honors program and launching the district’s STEM Initiative; and at the elementary school, restoring the GATE program and expanding STEM K-12. “I will miss working with my colleagues and the staff on a daily basis

but will continue to work as an advocate for all our students as a parent and community member,” he promised. Hall, who made an unsuccessful run for a second term, said he originally had no intention of running again but chose to do so in order to address other candidates’ “lies,” including allegations that the board had mismanaged district finances. “Even though I lost the election, I’m more proud of the votes I received in this election than those I got in the one four years ago,” he said. “This is mainly because the votes this year came from people who understood what I believed in and refused to buy into the bombardment of falsehoods that were thrown at them.” Incoming boardmembers Isabel Hacker and Mel Spitz will be sworn on Tuesday, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. in the STC Jon Cherney Lecture Hall at Beverly Hills High School.

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City To Sponsor Screening Of Beverly Hills Documentary At Wallis By Victoria Talbot A historical documentary produced by local resident Phil Savenick will be screened at a free event at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts funded by the City of Beverly Hills. Savenick produced the documentary The History Of Beverly Hills: 100 Years, 100 Stories, in conjunction with the City’s Centennial last year. It is the story of the City as told through interviews with several residents. Savenick approached the City Council with the request this week, and

KID UNITY — Students from schools across West Los Angeles toured The Courier’s office on Tuesday as part of the after school program Kid Unity’s Beverly Hills Community Explorer program. The fifth and sixth grade students will tour different organizations and City departments to learn about issues facing their community and provide them with fun, age-appropriate opportunities to address those problems. The students learned how The Courier produces its newspaper each week and visited the City Council Study Session at City Hall, where they heard the agenda item on Phil Savenick’s Beverly Hills Centennial documentary. Pictured, from left, back row: Courier editor Matt Lopez, Sienna Nazarian (Brentwood School); August Luhnow (Mirman); Charlotte Zinn (Curtis); Jonah Manheim (Willows); Chris Robson (Willows) Courier Publisher Marcia Hobbs and Phil Savenick. Front row, from left: Stacy Marks, Director of KidUnity; Guy Marks, (Brentwood School); Jonah Anschell (Sinai Akiba); Sophie Wallach (Sinai Akiba) and David Cohen (Brentwood) with Bear. For more information, visit http://www.kidunity.us/

Beverly Hills Hotels Go All Out With Thanksgiving Feasts By Laura Coleman Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate family and food, and some of the best to be had can be found at local hotels. The Beverly Hilton Circa 55 The Beverly Hilton’s signature restaurant Circa 55 is serving up traditional Thanksgiving fare throughout the day, with delicious California cuisine and a modern interpretation using market-fresh ingredients that are 95 percent locally sourced. Brunch (11am-4pm) will feature dishes including a carved citrus brined roasted turkey, alongside

breakfast favorites like eggs benedict and Belgium Waffles. The dinner (6pm10pm) highlights include a citrus brined roasted turkey with giblet gravy and sage stuffing, and a wood grilled fish with spaghetti squash herb butter. Price: $79 per person for adults/ $36 for children (brunch), $60 per person (dinner). For reservations, call: 310-8876055. Peninsula Beverly Hills The Verandah Room With seating from 11 a.m. to 9 (see ‘THANKSGIVING’ page 18)

Author Of Peninsula Beverly Hills Inspired Children’s Book Series Pansy Comes To Barney’s For Book Signing By Laura Coleman Quasi-Beverly Hills resident Cynthia Bardes has done it again with the release of her third illustrated children’s book, Pansy in Venice: The Mystery Of The Missing Parrot. On Friday, Nov. 27, from 2-5 p.m., Barney’s will hold an in-store book signing featuring her newest book, as well as the first two in her series about the beloved sleuth Pansy, based on her own toy poodle. (see ‘PANSY’ page 18)

PANSY AT THE PENINSULA–On her current stay at The Peninsula Beverly Hills, Cynthia Bardes poses with her muse Pansy, the chocolate toy poodle that serves as the inspiration behind her illustrated childrens book series.

OFFICIALLY NEIGHBORS–Pictured, (from left): Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Todd Johnson, Mayor Julian Gold, Wanda Group General Manager David Shu and Chamber President Kelly Scott welcomed The Wanda Group Beverly Hills to its new offices on Canon Drive last week. The offices were established to help manage One Beverly Hills, the upcoming residential/hotel towers designed by Pritzkerprize winning architect Richard Meier. Courier Photo by Victoria Talbot

it was unanimously approved. The City’s lease with The Wallis provides for up to 15 events per year in the venue. The Wallis had a date available on Jan. 7. This will mark the first time that the City has underwritten the costs of an event at the Wallis, including the “hard costs,” such as lighting, sound engineers, stage crews, ushers, cleaning crew and parking lot attendants. The City has utilized the terms of their lease agreement to use the space but the sponsoring organizations have (see ‘DOCUMENTARY’ page 22)

Bel-Air Residents Blindsided By Erosion Control Work At 944 Airole Way By Matt Lopez One of the most notorious, hard-tomiss housing projects in Los Angeles is once again causing a stir among Bel-Air residents. 944 Airole Way, the spec house under development by Nile Niami, is becoming the picture of megamansion excess, a “single-family dwelling” that is set to include four swimming pools, a bowling alley, a casino and a nightclub. This week, unbeknownst to most Bel-Air residents, work began along Stradella Road to shore up what appears to be a dangerous hillside below the property. With heavy rains from El Nino

looming, the steep, dirt and rock covered hillside was exposed to Bel-Air streets that thousands of cars travel on every day, with not a single retaining wall in place to stop a potential downpour of debris on Bel-Air roads. That led to the site being issued a “Notice of Non-Compliance” by the L.A. Public Works’ Bureau of Contract Administration in regard to its Wet Weather Erosion Control Program. That’s largely because all that was put in place by the development crew to hold up the hillside was a couple of rows of sandbags (as pictured). With the kind of rain expected this season, it’s not (see ‘944 AIROLE WAY’ page 18)

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Zubin Mehta has conducted the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra since 1977.

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Co-chairs Gary Jones with wife Stacey Snider

issues. Israel is the top water recycler in the world, approaching 90-percent in the coming years.

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hrough recycling, reuse, and desalinization, Israel is able to leverage twice the amount of water provided by nature. We brought drip irrigation to the world to allow for more efficient use of water while growing healthy crops.”

Honoree Bram Goldsmith, chairman emeritus of City National Bank, with wife Elaine, and sons Russell Goldsmith with wife Karen (at left) and Bruce Goldsmith with wife Julie during the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra concert at the Wallis. More than $1 million was raised.

unlocks frozen rivers of the heart.”

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A truism we adopted dur-

ing our college days from The Notebooks Of Anton Chekhov, the idolized Russian physician, playwright and author (18601904). Chekhov’s quote surfaced as we rapturously listened to the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra performing Vivaldi and Dvorak at the Bram Goldsmith Theater in the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts.

cultural ambassador to the world, the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra (IPO) dates to 1936, having been under the baton of Zubin Mehta since 1977. In its earlier years, the IPO was led by Leonard Bernstein, William Steinberg, and other presences.

onducted by the stately tall and commanding global superstar Zubin Mehta, The Wallis and the American Friends of Israel Duet Gala concert was co-chaired by Hollywood’s handsome power couple, Fox Filmed Entertainment chair Stacey Snider with music impresario spouse Gary Jones. Honoring City National Bank chairman emeritus Bram Goldsmith, the real estate developer who built Page 6 | November 20, 2015

30 towers in Beverly Hills, and most likely didn’t know what he was getting into when he embarked on the “impossible obstacle” of 14 years to realize his Wallis dream. Bram’s son Bruce acknowledged his father’s philanthropic blood, sweat and tears to create this lovely 500seat theater, a long-overdue venue of comfort and availability for the culturally savvy Westsiders.

ram’s sculptor wife Elaine, whose dad Benjamin Maltz founded the City National Bank, remains active in charitable work. Their son Russell Goldsmith is today’s chairman/CEO of City National that has served Beverly Hills and environs.

announced by BH Mayor Julian Gold.

Shrum, Allison Janney, Vicki Reynolds, Murray Pepper, Burt Sugarman with wife Mary Hart. On Jan. 2, Mary hosts the 27th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala honoring Cate Blanchett.

he Palm Springs festival remains a favorite with past honorees. The likes of Steven Spielberg, Julianne Moore, Eddie Redmayne, Chris Rock, Reese Witherspoon, Steve Carell and Ben Affleck. They soak up the desert sunshine and bathingbeauty lifestyle. Even for a day or two, thanks to the all-expenses-paid largesse of their Tinsel Town filmmaker sponsors. Online at www.bhcourier.com/category/george-christy

he Wallis’ newly appointed Brit-born artistic director Paul Crewes was introduced, before Israel Consul General David Siegel explained: “With this partnership, we are committed to bringing the best of Israel’s help to confront the California drought, enhance cyber security, and share our best practices and technologies related to public safety.

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srael is a small country, but we are recognized around the world as a super power when it comes to these critical

he changing of the guard at the Wallis also was announced, with proud civic leader Jerry Magnin handing over the Wallis’ chairmanship after three tireless years to philanthropic entrepreneur David Bohnett, previously chairman of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Rachel Fine now steps into the role of managing director.

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hat better than Wolfgang Puck catering the postconcert dinner of grilled sea bass, and friends visiting with Susan and Gray Davis, Marcia Hobbs, Debbie Allen, Jolene and George Schlatter, Ginny Mancini with son Chris, politicos Marylouise Oates and Bob

Mary Hart

Jessica Biel and Jessica Alba flank honoree Kerry Washington during the 2015 Baby2Baby Gala in Culver City. For more than four years Baby2Baby’s distributed over 4 million gently used and new diapers to needy families, along with cribs, bassinets and other necessities

partnership between Israel and the City of Beverly Hills was

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Cedars-Sinai Women's Guild Gala Raises Over $3.2 Million HONOREES– Beverly Hills residents Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil and Bernard and Judy Briskin (pictured) were honored at this year’s Women’s Guild CedarsSinai Gala.

Celebrities, musicians and more than 500 supporters came together at the Women's Guild, Cedars-Sinai Fall Gala at The Beverly Wilshire last Saturday, co-chaired by Gina Furth and Tina Gittelson. Hal Sparks emceed the evening,

which honored Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil with the Music Icon Award and philanthropists Judy and Bernard Briskin with the “Humanitarian Award.” Entertainment was provided by Grammy-winning vocalist Steve Tyrell.

Hella Hershson, president of the Women's Guild, told the assembled crowd: ”It is this ideal–teamwork and collaboration–in life, in art, in medicine and in music which we celebrate tonight.” Vera Guerin, chair of the Cedars-Sinai Board of Directors, presented Judy and Bernard Briskin with the award for their family's significant contributions to the growth of Cedars-Sinai over the past 60 years. Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, whose significant body of work is often described as "a soundtrack to our lives,” were presented with the Music Icon Award by their daughter, Dr. Jenn Mann, the host of VH1 Couples Therapy. A live auction and raffle raised over $1.2 million. In addition, the Women's Guild Simulation Center for Advanced Clinical Skills received a gift of $2 million.

WHEN STARS ALIGN–Delete Blood Cancer DKMS held its first L.A. area event with the “When Stars Align” dinner at Terrine, with 70 influencers from the worlds of fashion, beauty and entertainment. Pictured (from left): philanthropist Kim Chandler; Sara Riff, Jimmy Choo's director of entertainment relations; Curve Boutique owner Nevena Borissova; DKMS Global Ambassador and host of the evening Katharina Harf; OPI co-founder Suzi Weiss-Fischmann; and CAA agent Christian Carino. Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images DOYLE SPARKLES AT PALEY–Last Monday’s auction of fine jewelry held at The Paley Center in Beverly Hills offered over 440 lots by the world's most prestigious jewelers. Highlighting the sale was an exquisite circa 1915 moonstone and sapphire pendant necklace created by Louis Comfort Tiffany for Tiffany & Co. (pictured) that sold for a stunning $59,375, more than doubling its estimate of $20,00030,000. A natural gold nugget necklace dating to the 1849 California Gold Rush soared past its estimate of $5,000-7,000, ultimately reaching a surprising $28,125. Adding Hollywood glamour to the sale was a stylish gold, platinum and diamond bracelet by Cartier that sold for $28,125, far exceeding its estimate of $12,000-18,000. The circa 1968 bracelet had been worn by Academy Award-winning actress Julia Roberts in the 2007 film, Charlie Wilson’s War.

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The Night BeforeCrude Rude Seth Rogen Vehicle

I saw The Night Before thinking it would turn out to be another drug laden, sexually proliferated film with an abundance of filthy words, innuendos and idiotic characters. And, I was right, It stars the Jewish au jus of the season, Seth Rogen, who wears a sweater with a large Jewish star emblazoned on the front. It’s a Christmas-themed

Jerry Cutler On Film movie, with holiday-themed parties and a plethora of ornaments, songs and tasteless humor. The film was written and directed by Jonathan Levine and stars Rogen, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Anthony Mackie and Lizzy Caplan. Rogen’s pregnant wife gives him a small gift box filled with all sorts of hallucinatory drugs on Christmas Eve because he has been such a thoughtful husband. (As an aside, my wife presented me (see ‘NIGHT BEFORE’ page 16)

YOUTH GROUP—Actor Paul Dano, generating Oscar buzz for Love And Mercy, met with Academy members at a screening of his new film: Youth (opening Dec. 4) at The London Hotel. From Paolo Sorrentino, the writer and director of Italy’s Oscar-winning foreign language film The Great Beauty, and starring Sir Michael Caine as Fred and Harvey Keitel as Mick, Youth explores the lifelong bond between two friends vacationing in a luxury Swiss Alps lodge as they ponder retirement. While Fred has no plans to resume his musical career despite the urging of his loving daughter Lena (Rachel Weisz), Mick is intent on finishing the screenplay for what may be his last important film for his muse Brenda (Jane Fonda). And where will inspiration lead their younger friend Jimmy (Dano), an actor grasping to make sense of his next performance? Pictured at the screening with Dano are Beverly Hills residents (from left): Oscar nominated songwriter Carol Connors, Emmy-winning The Bay’s Kira Lorsch and actress/singer Barbi Benton.

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HOW DO YOU FEEL? Nutrition Notes—Thankful For Health By Ilana Muhlstein, R.D. Studies show that the six weeks between Thanksgiving and New Years Eve account for 51-percent of annual weight gain, and that weight gained during this season is not reversed until much later in the spring and summer seasons. There are countless healthy options for holiday dinners and parties—think air-popped popcorn or crudité instead of chips or garlic bread for pre-dinner snacking. Consider baking apples with some cinnamon and a little cider instead of high sugar and fattening apple pie. These choices are important to make when you consider that one generous helping of conventional stuffing could take you close to 35 minutes of straight running to burn off. This year, I encourage lightened up versions of holiday classics like this mushroom, fennel, and leek quinoa stuffing with half the calories and 84 percent less fat than traditional stuffing. Mushroom, Fennel and Leek Quinoa Stuffing Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked quinoa 1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable broth 1 tbsp olive oil 2-3 cloves of garlic, minced 2 leeks, cleaned well and diced 3/4 cup fennel, diced

1/2 cup celery, diced 1/2 cup carrots, diced 8 oz sliced fresh mushrooms 1/4 teaspoon of dried thyme or 1/2 teaspoon of fresh chopped thyme salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste Cook quinoa in broth according to package directions. While the quinoa is cooking, in a large sauté pan add olive oil and garlic to the pan, then the leeks and sauté two minutes over low to medium heat so the leeks cook down and caramelize a bit. Add the fennel, celery, and carrots, salt and pepper; cook about 12-15 minutes over medium heat, until vegetables are soft. Add the mushrooms to the pan and stir for a few minutes. Add the thyme to vegetables. Then cook covered for 2 minutes, or until the mushrooms have released their juice and are cooked through. Add the cooked quinoa to the pan and mix well. Salt, pepper to taste. It should make about 5 1/2 cups or 8 servings. Each serving is about 3/4 of a cup and provides 140 calories, 4g fat, 21g carbohydrates, 3g fiber and 5g of protein. Ilana Muhlstein, is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a private practice in Beverly Hills. She also works at UCLA where she meets with occupational health patients and leads the Bruin Health Improvement.

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CHLA Recognized As ‘Top Performer’ For Patient Outcomes in Asthma Care Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) has been recognized as a “Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for 2015” (based on 2014 data) for its childhood asthma care by the Joint Commission, a leading accreditor of U.S. health-care organizations. CHLA is one of only 1,043 hospitals out of more than 3,300 eligible hospitals in the U.S. to achieve Top Performer distinction. This honor was part of The Joint Commission’s 2015 annual report America’s Hospitals: Improving Quality Dr. Sally Ward, CHLA’s head of Pediatric And Safety, for attaining and Pulmonology and Dr. Joseph Church, head of the sustaining excellence in division of Clinical Immunology and Allergy. accountability measure perThe Joint Commission formance for children treated created the Top Performer for asthma. The commission’s Program to provide incenreview of pediatric medical tives and recognition to facilities focuses on success in accredited hospitals that providing families with atdemonstrate the ability to home care management plans achieve and sustain excelfor childhood asthma, while lence in accountability review of adult hospitals measure performance. includes broader treatment The program recogcategories such as heart failnizes hospitals for improvure, heart attack, surgical care ing performance on eviand pneumonia, among othdence-based interventions ers. that increase the chances of ““We are honored to be healthy outcomes for recognized for the knowledge, Dr. Michael Bryant, patients with certain conditeamwork and dedication of CHLA head of Hospital tions. our hospital staff,” says Paul Medicine To be named a Top Viviano, CHLA presidentPerformer, CHLA had to CEO. “CHLA continues to champion meet three performance criteria based and implement the best possible patient on 2014 accountability measure data, outcomes through evidence-based care including: in all service lines. This includes provid• Achieve cumulative performance ing clear guidance for families so that at- of 95-percent or above across all reporthome care, where possible, can play a ed accountability measures; role in preventing unnecessary hospital • Achieve performance of 95 percare.” cent or above on each and every reportAsthma care is delivered through ed accountability measure with at least the multidisciplinary efforts of CHLA’s 30 denominator cases; and divisions of Clinical Immunology and • Have at least one core measure set Allergy, led by Joseph Church, MD; that had a composite rate of 95 percent Hospital Medicine, led by Michael or above, and within that measure set, Bryant, MD; and Pediatric Pulmonology, achieve a performance rate of 95 perled by Sally Ward, MD. Collectively, the cent or above on all applicable individdivisions combine treatment, research, ual accountability measures. education and outreach in the care of “I commend the efforts of Children’s children with severe asthma. CHLA Hospital Los Angeles for its excellent physicians work closely with each performance on the use of evidencechild’s family to ensure that asthma based interventions,” says Mark R. home care is provided as part of the dis- Chassin, MD, FACP, MPP, MPH, presicharge process. dent and CEO, The Joint Commission.

Janis Warner, Lauren Broidy Among Honorees At NAMI Westside Holiday Gala Janis Black Warner will be among the honorees at the NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Westside Holiday Gala, from noon-3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 6 at the Luxe Hotel, 11461 Sunset Blvd. Black will receive the Outstanding Community Partner Award. Abby Sewell will receive the Leadership in Media Award; and director of UCLA’s Center for Research on Treatment & Rehabilitation of Psychosis, Dr. Robert Liberman will be presented the Distinguished Service Award. Dr. Robin C. Kay, chief deputy director for the L.A. County Department

of Mental Health will receive the Excellence in Public Service Award, while NAMI board member Lauren Broidy will be presented the Youth Leadership Award. Tickets are $125 and $250 to join the Champagne Circle and enjoy early boutique shopping at the event starting at 11 a.m. Tables of 10 are $1,000; $2,000 for the Champagne Circle. The event will also include an automobile raffle and silent auction. For more information, email events@namila.org or call 310-8897200.

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B E V E R LY H I L L S R E A L E S TAT E HILTON & HYLAND’S FOOD ON FOOT $98 CLUB–Hilton & Hyland show us how its done, both in real estate and in philanthropy. These realtors are volunteering at Food on Foot, a local charity that helps homeless individuals start a new life with a hand up, not a hand out. The organization provides homeless and poor in Los Angeles with nutritous meals, clothing and assistance in the transition to employment and life off the streets. These realtors volunteer as a part of the H&H continuing committment to the community they serve. Several give $98 each month to support the continuing Food on Foot programs. Back row (from left): Mark Wollmana, Jonathan Nash, Andy Ledwedge, Carli Sandweiss, Eric Hassan, Kate Brickley, Richard Maslan, Billy Jack Carter, Christopher Senn and Rebekah Green. Middle row (from left): Anna Sandro, Charles Black, Aneela Zaman, Stephani Libo, Gabriel Billingsley and Lavender Billingsley. Front row (from left): Aren Afsharian, Ben Kruger, Natalie Ventura, Heather Morris, and Erin Smith. For more information on Food on Foot visit www.foodonfoot.org

CONGRATULATIONS!– The Real Estate Concierge celebrated one successful year in business last week with a one-year ribbon-cutting ceremony. Front row (from left): Whitney Castelan, and Anna Petlevaya. Back row (from left): John Sousa, Emmlee Cohen, Sharona Sarafian, Owner Megan Zucaro, John Bendheim, Vylette Fagerholm, Sonia Curtis, Martha Alvarado, Patrick Choulroun, Ann Rey, Deanna Lueckenotte, J. Kim Capobianco, and James Daughrity.

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By Victoria Talbot Beverly Hills animal welfare organization The Pet Care Foundation will partner with L.A. Animal Services this weekend to promote the adoption of black cats and dogs for half-price Nov. 21-22. All six of the City's animal shelters will reduce their adoption fees by 50-percent to help these great pets find a home. Pets that are black are considered “less adoptable.” Many of them stay in shelters for one or two years waiting for their furrever home. Among the characteristics of pets that are “less adoptable” being black is the hardest. Other issues include special needs and health challenges, being senior pets, or being a cat, a chihuahua or a pit bull.

But being black is at the top of the list. Black dogs and cats are the hardest to adopt. Perhaps it is because they are more difficult to photograph, or the old wives' tales about black cats, but animal welfare advocates know that these are the real tough cases. Black animals wait an average of four times longer in the shelter. So if you are perhaps, looking for a dog to take to Beverly Hills' coming dog park, maybe now is the time to adopt! Always consider adoption first. You can find the West LA Animal Shelter at 11361 West Pico Blvd., Los Angeles CA 90064. Call 888-452-7381 or www.laanimalservices.com.

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Mizrahi Brothers Bring Diamond Expertise, New Collection To Beverly Hills

rothers Yaniv and Raphael Mizrahi have brought their diamond expertise to Beverly Hills. After growing up in the diamond business, they’ve opened Mizrahi of Beverly Hills at Brighton and Camden where they’re offering the gems, exquisitely designed jewelry and custom design services. Their father, Moti Mizrahi, began his career in Israel at 16 as a diamond cutter. He opened his diamond manufacturing and exporting company, Mizrahi Diamonds, in 1972. In 2002 the brothers joined the business—in the hear t of L.A.’s Jewelr y District as importers. We hand pick the stones, grade them and make something beautiful with them.” Having supplied jewelry stores and wholesalers with fine loose diamonds for more than 10 years, the

A 3.69 carat pink diamond ring.

brothers have developed an intimate knowledge of the gems. They specialize in fancy colored diamonds in pink and yellow—the rarest kind—and have access to a large inventory other jewelers don’t. What separates Mizrahi of Beverly Hills from other jewelers, is the ideal that “every piece is created with a lot of thought, precision and accuracy,” says Yaniv Mizrahi. “We make ver y complicated pieces,” that they design or in collaboration with other designers. “We can design anything.” At Mizrahi of Beverly

Hills, the emphasis is on quality. Their diamonds are natural, never enhanced and from non-conflict sources. All the diamonds, from princess cut to round brilliant, are GIA and EGL certified. “The same as the biggest designer houses,” Yaniv Mizrahi says. All the pieces are manufactured in the U.S. In time for the holidays, the company is offering Modern by Mizrahi, a line for the fashion-conscious woman featuring stackable rings, bands and pendants in white and rose gold. Items range from $350$750. The company is also known for restyling, upgrading and updating current pieces to make them more fashion forward. And since value is another Mizrahi of Beverly Hills standard, customers who want to upgrade a piece with half-

carat diamond to a two carat diamond get credit for the smaller diamond. “We buy what you have and give you something more,” says Raphael Mizrahi. The atelier, 9615 Brighton Way, Suite 325, is open by appointment from 9

a.m.-6 p.m., Monday-Friday. Appointments allow the brother to provide the best customer ser vice, privacy and personal attention for clients creating unique, custom-designed pieces, that include spectacular engagement rings.

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OUTLOOK B E V E R LY H I L L S OUTLOOK On Thanksgiving, Nov. 26, independent public television station KCET will treat viewers to an evening of special programming beginning at 7 p.m. • Three Nights, Three Days is Director Paul Bozymowsk’s 23-minute documentary chronicling the Space Shuttle Endeavour’s transport through L.A. streets in 2012. • Doc Martin—Seven Grumpy Seasons (8 p.m.) is the third behind-the-scenes look at the international hit series. • The Carpenters: Close To You (9:30 p.m.) is a music-filled documentary tracing The Carpenters through the eyes of Richard Carpenter and the group’s friends in the music business, featuring all of their top recording hits. • When MOTOWN 25: Yesterday, Today And Forever (11 p.m.) first aired in 1983, it was an immediate sensation and became one of the most talked about concerts and TV specials ever. • • • • • The Malibu Playhouse launches a new holiday classic with the premiere of Wonderful Life, adapted from Frank Capra’s It’s A Wonderful Life by Jason Lott and Helen Pafumi, with a preview Friday, Nov. 27 and opening night Saturday, Nov. 28 at 8 p.m. at the theater, 29243 Pacific Coast Highway. George Bailey’s struggle to grasp why life is worth living gets a fresh take in this one-person (Lott) retelling. Directed by Parfumi, Wonderful Life reintroduces audiences to the residents of Bedford Falls, N.Y. on a fateful Christmas Eve in 1945. Performances are at 8 p.m., Friday-Sunday, except for 3 p.m. performances, Nov. 28 and Dec. 6 and 20. The Dec. 20, 7 p.m. performance is a benefit like the opening with tickets at $50 and $75. Regular tickets are $30 and

$35, $29 for seniors; $10 students. To buy tickets, visit, http://malibuplayhouse.org/wo nderful-life/. For more information, visit www.malibuplayhouse.org or email info@malibuplayhouse.org. • • • • • The Hollywood Master Chorale (HMC) will present two new carols commissioned by the “Christmas Past, Christmas Future” Carol Consortium at 7 p.m., Sunday, Dec 6 at Beverly Hills Presbyterian Church. “Local composer Dale Trumbore had the idea of putting together a Chorale Consortium and asking a number of choirs to participate,” explains HMC Artistic Dr. Lauren Buckley Schaer. “She then composed two carols— Glorious, Glorious and Completing The Circle—and gave premiere rights to the choruses involved in the Consortium.” The program will also include carols by English composers Benjamin Britten and Richard Rodney Bennett— including excerpts from Britten’s Ceremony of Carols and Bennett’s cycle of carols, Five Carols, as well as favorites like Hark! The Herald Angels Sing and The First Noel, accompanied by HMC’s Holiday Brass Quintet. The chorale will also perform arrangements by musicologist and choral expert David Willcocks, who died recently. Tickets are $20, $15 for students/seniors. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.HollywoodMasterChorale. org or call 323-960-4349. Tickets are also available at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2402885. The weekly update of local and Southland events.

Hallelujah! Dream Orchestra To Present Messiah, Dec. 3, 4 The Dream Orchestra’s performance of Handel’s Messiah was so popular last year that two concerts are planned this year, Thursday and Friday, Dec. 3 and 4, at St. Monica Catholic Church, 725 California Ave., Santa Monica. Under the baton of Artistic Director Daniel Suk, the orchestra will be joined by the Opera Chorus of Los Angeles and four soloists: soprano Golda Berkman, mezzo soprano Lacey Jo Benter, bass Patrick Blackwell and tenor Arnold Livingston Geis. Though there are many Messiah performances and sing-alongs during the holiday season, “for me as an artist, I feel this will truly be the best Messiah performance in all of L.A.,” said Suk. “We will have the best singers, the best soloists and the best musicians-plus St. Monica’s intimate 700 seats.” George Frideric Handel wrote the oratorio Messiah in 1741, and it made its debut in Dublin in April 1742, premiering in London a year later. Scriptural text was compiled by Charles Jennens from the King James Bible. With its joyous Hallelujah chorus, Messiah has become a Christmas staple, even though it was originally a Lenten/Easter offering. At 16, Beverly Hills’ Golda Berkman is already an accomplished soprano. She just won first place in the Golden Voices of the American Fine Arts Festival, an international competition, and will perform in December at Carnegie Hall. She made her concert debut with Maestro Suk and the Dream Orchestra at the Irvine Barclay Theatre in 2014. She became the youngest grand

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with a book of suggested baby names.) She will be with her family on this holy, festive night at church and Rogen, being Jewish and exempt from worship, will be free to celebrate with his two buddies. To be fair, Rogen is an exceptionally funny and gifted actor and the evening gives him carte blanche to romp through the evening in a drug-enhanced stupor, which is a major part of the story. To his credit, he elicits many laughs because young movie patrons love to see films with plastered druggies. Years ago when booze was the choice of total submission, it was the late great Jack Norton who made us laugh at adults making fools of their selves. Liquor has given way to drugs. It’s not funnier nor healthier— but, I editorialize. The tasteless jokes became more descriptive and gross and the more descriptive and gross, the audience filled with younger people, laughed uproariously.

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prize finalist in classical voice of The Music Center’s Spotlight Awards last March, and made her Carnegie Hall debut the same month. Messiah continues the Dream Orchestra’s commitment to mentor young artists, highschool and college music students, who play alongside and learn from the orchestra’s professional musicians throughout the season. Tickets are $40 general, $30 for seniors/students and $120 for season tickets (four shows) that include a post-concert dessert reception hosted by Urth Caffé. To purchase tickets, call 800-838-3006, visit brownpaperticket.com or visit w w w. d r e a m o r ch e s t r a . o r g . Tickets are also available at St. Monica Catholic Church and all Urth Caffé locations. The orchestra’s 2015-2016 season, commemorating Pope Frances’ Jubilee of Mercy, continues with the rarely performed Rosinni’s Stabat Mater on March 4, 2016. They were having great fun. I wasn’t. Finally, through an unbelievable turn of events, Rogen finds himself in church sitting next to his wife and her family during midnight mass. As the mass proceeds, Rogen’s mind is tripping and he is feeling woozy. He gets up and starts walking up the aisle still wearing his sweater with the large Jewish star, and I’m not spoiling anything as the producers, advertising it on TV and movie trailers thought this scene would impel young people to see it, regurgitates. If that weren’t enough, as he departs he yells out: “We didn’t kill Jesus!” Levine also gave us the emotionally wonderful and funny, 50/50, also starring Rogen and Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Those were the days my friends–and not too long ago–when a film was meaningful, character driven and noteworthy and I foolishly thought it would never end. 1 bagel out of 4 Jerry Ram Cutler, The Courier’s film critic, is rabbi at the Creative Arts Temple.

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S P O RT S Tis’ The Season • Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Ceremony Sunday, Nov. 22 at 6 p.m., 200 block of Rodeo Drive between Wilshire/Dayton. • Santa & Mrs. Clause At Two Rodeo Santa and Mrs. Claus visit Via Rodeo at the corner of Rodeo Drive and Dayton Way. From 12-4 p.m. on Nov. 27, Dec. 4, 11, 14-18, 21-13. • Santa at The Paley & The Jolly Trolley Meet Santa at The Paley Center from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20. See Mrs. Clause on The Jolly Trolly Dec. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20 at 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. SIGNING DAY–Beverly Hills High seniors (pictured above, from left): Swimmers Jamie Dodd (San Jose State) and Amy Okada (UCLA), along with tennis player Martina Bocchi (UMass/Amherst), officially signed their Letters of Intent to attend those respective schools at a special ceremony held last Friday at the BHHS PTA meeting.

Rec & Parks Commission Seeks Public Comment On Park Use Permits for Personal Trainers By Victoria Talbot Residents and other interested stakeholders are being asked to voice their thoughts on a proposal to require City permits to conduct personal training in public parks. The public is invited to express their opinions on the issue at the Recreation and Parks Commission meeting Tuesday, November 24 at 2 p.m. at City Hall. Comments may also be emailed (by Nov. 23 for inclusion in the staff report) to dbeesen@beverlyhills.org if unable to attend the meeting. The Recreation and Parks Commission is seeking comments to help the commission form a recommendation that will be presented at a future City Council meeting for the council's consideration. A local resident initially brought the issue to the commission after a park ranger approached her when they were training at a local park. The resident was shocked and upset to discover that there is an ordinance prohibiting personal trainers in the parks. Most gyms typically do not allow outside trainers to use their facilities, limiting the choices and fee ranges to

whatever their gym offers. Many also find it more stimulating to exercise in the open air. In Santa Monica, permits range from $100-150 dollars annually, with a quarterly usage fee ranging from $450 for small groups, to $1,350 for groups of more than ten. The Santa Monica ordinance was the City's response to a blossoming of boot camps throughout the City by unauthorized personal trainers that centered on "the stairs," creating traffic, parking and pedestrian confrontations on San Vicente and on Entrada Drive. "Currently, use of City parks for private instruction for compensation without a permit is not allowed but enforcement is lean," said a City press release. "Due to the influx of private training, use of some facilities and grounds is affecting other citizens so the City is considering strict enforcement of issuance of permits to private trainers to conduct business in select Beverly Hills parks. The City is looking to satisfy the needs of personal trainers as well as community members."

BHHS Cross Country Team Misses CIF-SS Division 3 Finals By Matt Lopez The BHHS boys cross country team fell just short of its goal of making the CIF Southern Section Division 3 playoffs with an 11th place finish at the CIF-SS Division 3 prelims. The 11th-place finish out of 21 schools just missed the cut of the top 8, which was needed to advance to the CIFSS finals.

The top BHHS runner was Jonathan Cohen, who took 15th place with a 15 minute, 35.02 second finish, which set a new BHHS record at that course. Jason Cohen took 26th place in 15:50.7 and Shimon Dubner took 40th in 16:09.6. Ocean League rival El Segundo, out of Division 4, qualified for the Division 4 finals for both the boys and girls.

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featured. To welcome Chinese visitors to Beverly Hills, hotels will offer special Chinese New Year packages throughout the month of February. Visitors will enjoy amenities such as Chinese tea, slippers upon arrival, in-room Chinese breakfast dining options, almond and sesame cookies, and Chinese newspapers delivered to their

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many more opportunities for women and girls.” Honorees included: Gelila Assefa Puck an internationallyknown haute couture fashion designer, award-winning international philanthropist born and schooled in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and founder of Dream for Future Africa Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization, dedicated to providing opportunity and equity for children and young adults most in need in Africa; actress Holly Robinson Peete, co-founder of the HollyRod Foundation, which is dedicated to providing compassionate care to those living with autism and Parkinson’s disease; Lynne A. Segall, executive VP and group publisher of The Hollywood Reporter & Billboard; and Shelley Zalis, chairwoman/CEO of TFQ Ven-

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Bardes credits much of her inspiration for the series to her time at the Peninsula Beverly Hills, her home away from home where she spends every fall. Three years ago, Bardes managed to parlay a horrible accident where she was hit by a car while walking across Wilshire Boulevard into the book Pansy At The Palace: A Beverly Hills Mystery, a children’s book she created while recovering from surgery at the Peninsula, her chocolate-colored toy poodle Pansy a constant companion. In the third book of the Pansy Mystery series, Pansy In Venice, Pansy and Avery solve a mystery and learn that loneliness can make people do naughty things, but good

rooms daily. Hotels throughout the City will also have Mandarin-speaking staff to make their guests feel welcome. Sponsors include Delta Airlines and Two Rodeo, with more to be announced soon. Tickets will be available early in January 2016. The event has become a highly anticipated event throughout the Southern California area and in China that reinforces Beverly Hills as an ideal travel destination for Chinese visitors. tures and founder of The Girls’ Lounge. The “Corporate Vision Award” was presented to Cyma Zarghami, president of Viacom Kids and Family Group CMT, Nickelodeon, TV Land. Each honoree is paired with a Girls Inc. National Scholar who will speak about overcoming challenges and share how the honoree’s incredible achievements and drive inspires them. Held at The Beverly Hilton, the event was chaired by Ambassador Nicole Avant, former U.S. ambassador to The Bahamas; Rebecca Campbell, president of ABC Owned Television Stations; Cheryl Saban, Ph.D., president/founder of The Cheryl Saban Self-Worth Foundation for Women & Girls; and Jennifer Salke, president of Entertainment NBCUniversal. Emmy-winning journalist Shaun Robinson served as the luncheon’s host. friends bring out the best in all of us. Each of the books is intended to be used as gentle teaching tools showing the importance of curiosity and friendship, while educating kids that no one is too small to make a difference. And Bardes is already in production of a fourth book in the series, which is being illustrated by Virginia Best. In September, the musical Poodleful debuted at the Riverside Theatre in Florida and Bardes said she is now shopping around for a local spot to bring the production to Beverly Hills. The Pansy books are available at Neiman Marcus, the Peninsula Beverly Hills gift store, the Brentwood Mart, and online at Barnes & Noble and Amazon.

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likely that those bags would do much to stop the mud from the hillside from pouring into the Bel-Air streets. The Notice of Non-Compliance led to work that started yesterday to shore up the hillside, although it began with no advance notice to residents. One member of the Bel-Air Homeowners Alliance caught wind of the news Tuesday and fired off an e-mail to LADBS Chief Larry Galstian, asking for details on what work was to be done, what machinery would be used, how long the work would last and how the public could access information. The Courier asked those questions to LADBS

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p.m., the $110 per person lavish holiday buffet including free flowing Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne ($65 for children under 12) is sure to delight. Items like butternut squash bisque with brown butter and sage, traditional New England style clam chowder, charred Brussels sprouts Caesar, maple glazed sweet potato, and a carving station with roasted prime rib, roasted turkey with traditional pan gravy are sure to delight. And then of course, there’s dessert; pumpkin pie, pecan yart and warm apple cobbler, to name a few. Call 310-551 2888 for reservations. Montage Beverly Hills and Scarpetta Thanksgiving will be extra special at Montage Beverly Hills this year with a dazzling buffet in the hotel’s fine-dining restaurant, celebrity chef Scott Conant’s Scarpetta, overlooking the lush Beverly Canon Gardens. Scarpetta’s Thanksgiv-

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traveling). The City will move the entrance from Alden to Foothill, away from the Young Israel of North Beverly Hills synagogue, create a wall on the east side of the property for sound mitigation, as well as adding landscaping. The City will provide a ranger periodically for the first six months full-time to ensure safety and security, and provide closed circuit TV to audit the situation. The hours are expected to be from 8 a.m - 8 p.m., though it is not clear if that will allow residents with dogs to visit the park before and after work. The hours were originally expected to be 6 a.m. - 10 p.m., as with La Cienega Park and Roxbury Park. The basic dog park will include some shade structures, while preserving the existing trees, a few benches in both the large and small dog sections, and clean-up amenities. There will also be drinking fountains for dogs and humans and a double gate for safe entry. Lights already on the property will be assessed and upgraded

The uneasy slope at 944 Airole Way overooking Stradella.

Spokesman David Lara. As of Thursday at press time, the BelAir Homeowners Alliance, receieved a response from LADBS. LADBS Spokesman David Lara told The Courier late Thursday that work is scheduled to be completed by Nov. 24. He said that according to

Public Works-Bureau of Street Services, a permit was issued for ‘K-Rail Installation’, not a street closure. The Wall Street Journal has reported that the prolific, 85,000-square-foot home could go on the market for $500 million next year.

ing Day buffet offerings include herb roasted turkey with the traditional trimmings, leg of lamb, porchetta and prime rib, as well as an Italian flare with ricotta Agnolotti, rigatoni and baked ricotta Cavatelli with Napa cabbage, sausage and butternut squash. Begin with a complement of West Coast oysters, chilled shrimp, citrus cured salmon or snow crab Legs and for the finale, a mélange of extraordinary desserts. Service is from noon to 5 p.m. at a price of $108 per person ($35/child for children under 12.) Call 310-860-7970 for reservations. The Beverly Hills Hotel The Polo Lounge The legendary setting of Dorchester Collection’s The Beverly Hills Hotel becomes even more special during Thanksgiving with Executive Chef Kaleo Adams’ Festive Brunch in the Polo Lounge. A Thanksgiving Day Brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. will feature prix-fixe two-course menu ($105 per adult, $55 for chil-

dren 12 and under); Dinner will be a prix-fixe two-course menu from 5 p.m .to 10 p.m. ($140 per adult, $55 for children 12 and under. Call (310) 887-2777 for reservations. THE Blvd at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel THE Blvd, at The Beverly Wilshire has an annual Thanksgiving Feast featuring a uniquely crafted 3-course menu for the occasion. Begin with a delicious starter such as butternut squash soup, warm roasted king mushroom salad and cider glazed sea scallops; for the main course, choose from sweet butter-basted organic Mary's Farm turkey, Porcini dusted Arctic char or panseared Parmesan gnocchi; and sweeten the night with delectable dessert selections such as the pumpkin milk chocolate pecan bar, apple tarte tatin or cranberry chiboust. Dinner is served from 5-11 p.m. and is $85 per person. For reservations, call 310-385-3901.

if necessary. The City set aside $400,000 in the capital improvement budget for this project two years ago, the bulk of which will go to soil mitigation. At Tuesday night's meeting Pet Food Express offered to donate doggie clean-up bag stands for the park. This was the most recent donation offered to the City to enhance the new dog park. In response to the outpouring of financial support, Mayor Julian Gold directed staff to manage donations for the park. The City's timeline projects that the consultants should have design documents within the next three months. Specific elements of operation and design will continue to be presented for public review. On Monday, Rabbi Pini Dunner of Young Israel of North Beverly Hills (YINBH) synagogue, asked to meet with City staff prior to the City Council meeting. Dunner has been opposed to a dog park in that location because he believes it will have an adverse affect on his congregation. Orthodox observers do not drive on the sabbath and on holy

days, and he is uncomfortable with the increased potential for human-dog encounters with pedestrians. Dunner has been at the center of the opposition to the park. However, following the three-hour meeting, he agreed to join Courier Publisher Marcia Hobbs at the William S. Hart Dog Park in West Hollywood the next day, in an attempt to better understand the function of a dog park. Cordial talks will continue between Hobbs and Dunner. “I am beaming with excitement and pride that our community will finally have our first dog park,” said Bosse. “I have tremendous gratitude to the Recreation and Park Commission members who worked so hard putting their heart and soul into balancing the thoughts of so many and to the hundreds of residents, business leaders and community members who make our City truly a family, I thank them for making this landmark moment for our beloved Beverly Hills a reality.” The Beverly Hills dog park could be open by early next summer, confirmed City Manager Mahdi Aluzri.

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BIG BASH GALA–Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater L.A. celebrated its 60th anniversary and raised more than $600,000 for its mentoring programs at its Big Bash gala in The Beverly Wilshire. Pictured (above left, from left): BBBSLA President/CEO Tiffany Siart, Jackie Collins’ daughters Tiffany Sachs and Rory Green, and presenter Kathy Grifﬁn; )above, from left): Sherry Lansing, honoree William Davis, and Sarah Purcell; (below, from left): George Schlatter and honoree Suzanne de Passe; Mark Harmon and his wife Pam Dawber. Photos by Vince Bucci

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater L.A., celebrating its 60th anniversary, saluted outstanding members of the community at its annual Big Bash gala before 450 guests in The Beverly Hilton. Suzanne de Passe, co-chair of de Passe Jones Entertainment, was honored with the “Sherry Lansing Award” (presented by producer George Schlatter), William R. Davis the “Trailblazer Award” (presented by Sherry Lansing and Sarah Purcell), and posthumously to iconic author Jackie Collins the “Pioneer Award” (presented by comedienne Kathy Griffin). Previous awardees William H. Ahmanson, Megan Colligan, Ann Daly, Roy P. Disney, Mark Goldston, Nancy Josephson, Sue Kroll, Sherry Lansing, John Lasseter, Jennifer Salke, Anne Sweeney and Ronald Tutor served as honorary gala chairs. Host Wilson Cruz took a few moments to celebrate the history of BBBSLA, touching on its current legacy as one of the largest mentoring organizations in L.A. County, impacting more than 1,600 children and youth this year. It was founded in 1955 by Walt Disney and composer Meredith Willson. HERO DOG!–Eddy the Pit Bull lives with Cricket, the 18-yearold red tabby cat. Early one morning last week when the two were let out to do their business, a coyote grabbed Cricket and made off with her over the fence. Eddy the pit bull fought back. Though she had quite a few stitches, Cricket is back. “Cricket (the formerly aloof cat) seems to love Eddy a little more now,” said Thom Furtado.

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Eisenhower has many million-dollar donors. However, the recent commitment of $15 million by Dennis Washington (pictured above with President/CEO Aubrey Serfling) and Phyllis Washington, will be hard to match. That’s why it has renamed and re-dedicated the “Ike Wing” to the Dennis and Phyllis Washington Building in honor of living their dream, “Giving back by helping others succeed.” Not bad for a hardscrabble couple from Montana who parlayed a $30,000 loan into one of the nation’s largest construction firms. It is also the goal of Eisenhower Medical Center: “Giving the gift of health so the infirm can succeed.”

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SIMPLY OUTSTANDING—Beverlywood resident Baruch Littman (right), VP-development of the Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles, received the “Outstanding Professional of the Year” award from the L.A. Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals on its 30th anniversary. Presenting the award is comedienne/actress Heather McDonald. Littman, who joined The foundation in 1999, is part of a leadership team that has grown charitable assets under management from $250 million to more than $1 billion during that time. The JCF (www.jewishfoundationla.org) last year dispensed more than $70 million in grants. Photo by BeBe Jacobs

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Laemmle said the return of the Fine Arts Theatre is especially important to Beverly Hills now, because he said the future of the Laemmle Music Hall is uncertain with a lease up in April that has not yet been renewed. No matter what happens there, the return of the Fine Arts Theatre means Beverly Hills will not be without an operating movie theatre. The theatre has a soft opening in late September and has slowly been ramping its schedule back up. Scheduled for Thursday after The Courier’s

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was steadily making a name for himself as a song writer, particularly after co-writing “Dream Daddy” (sung by Frank Bessinger in 1924), which became one of the first smash hits on the radio. After the Depression lifted, her dad thought he’d try to break into the movies and start writing songs for Hollywood pictures. Ruthie still recalls the trip out West–including months spent with her aunt in Philadelphia, who cropped all three kids’ hair short to spare the family any hair-related efforts–and driving through the Dust Bowl. “That was quite an experience,” she recalled. “I remember seeing Okies going up a hill, a family with a broken down car and a trailer that came unhinged and rolled down a hill, spilling out all their worldly possessions.” As it turned out, the studio wanted long hair for the picture, so Ruthie went ahead and registered with Central Casting. From the time she was 12 to 19, she estimated that she appeared in over 200 pictures, mostly as an extra or a bit player. There were few actors or directors in Hollywood she hadn’t worked with, she surmised, including luminaries like Cecil B. DeMille and Orson Welles. And she still remembers being on set with Mickey Rooney in Boys Town, and how “wild” and “brilliant” he was, gifted with a photographic memory. “He could pick up a script,

press time was a program featuring Sir Ian McKellen called Women I’ve Worked With. On Nov. 27, the theatre will premiere the film THEEB and on Dec. 4, will present its first 3D feature, a one-week run of the Wim Wenders film Everything Will Be Fine. “While we at Laemmle are trying to do our share to keep the programming fresh and interesting, the real heroes here are Shawn and Jackie Far, who decided that it would be best to keep it as an operating movie theatre as a service to the community. This is a real public service, and for this, they deserve praise.” said Laemmle. and after partying all night, he would know the lines right away,” she recounted. Erstwhile, Ruthie’s dad was working steadily, and their bungalow on Gower, between Sunset and Santa Monica (the first place they lived) was constantly full of people rehearsing. “Our house was, You Can’t Take It With You,” she described, highlighting the singers and dancers who were always coming by to rehearse. “We had some really interesting people come to the house.” After graduating from Hollywood High School, Ruthie enrolled in UCLA to study liberal arts. She promptly joined the Daily Bruin to further her career as a writer, which had been blossoming since she was 15 and began writing songs with her father. During her twoand-a-half years at the university, she wrote songs diligently and at 19, went to New York to plug her songs with the hope of getting someone successful to sing one. Ruthie spent months there, trying to get a job and taking her songs around; she went to the Apollo Theatre to see Billie Holliday-no dice; met Dean Martin in Atlantic City at the ABC Club, where he kindly told her he didn’t select his songs. Finally, she called in on CBS Radio, her last stop before going back home to California. She’d had some experience working as a secretary during the War and knew shorthand, and typing, so she figured perhaps they had something for her; the lady in personnel told

paid the costs. Cost estimates ranged from $4,000-$10,000, said Deputy City Manager Cheryl Friedling, with hard costs at $3-4,000. The additional funds would be for the reception on the terrace. The event would be free to the public. Councilmember Lili Bosse offered to donate money to offset the cost, and Councilmember Nancy Krasne said she would match the donation. Bosse also offered to solicit local restaurants to participate in

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the reception. “Its just going to be a really fabulous evening,” said Krasne. “I am hoping that the premiere of The History of Beverly Hills: 100 Years, 100 Stories is the kind of great community event that brings us all together to celebrate our civic pride,” said Savenick. “The people of Beverly Hills are the real stars. I made this film to honor our founders, pioneers and visionaries. We stand on their shoulders.” Savenick’s father Ben Norton was a former mayor of Beverly Hills and his mother, Rose Norton, served as a plan-

BEVERLY HILLS ning commissioner. Councilmember Brien was reluctant to agree to the “principal of the City underwriting things at the Wallis.” But with the donations, he said, “I think my challenge may be solved. I think the Wallis is a great idea.” Vice Mayor John Mirisch said he had no problem with the City underwriting, “as long as they have a public benefit.” Mirisch felt strongly that this film is a public benefit. The council unanimously agreed to support the project, making it another “first” at the Wallis.

practice of Mokichi Okada’s philosophies and methods of Nature Farming. Every ingredient is meticulously prepared in-house, from the delicious homemade ginger to the wasabi. Every dish is an experience of the artful combinations of intrinsic flavors, using only the most subtle seasonings to enhance each morsel. Each item is selected for its freshness, seasonality and essential characteristics, and paired to emphasize innate flavors and textures, as well as visually pleasing de-

sign. Our dinner included sashimi, sushi and a most light and refreshing tempura. Building from that strong base, the visual pleasure of the presentation is carefully crafted to enhance the gastronomic experience. Our dessert was served inside little treasure chests, that, when opened, revealed the “treasure”, Japanese sweet-potato pie tarts and scrumptious fruit slices, upon a bed of faux diamonds with their own little light glowing from beneath. With the advent of Goh in Beverly Hills, the City can lay claim to some of the finest

Japanese dining in Los Angeles. This is no ordinary sushi place. Menu items will change at least monthly to reflect the freshest ingredients. The menu includes house specials, chef specials, and Omakase choices, and an extensive beverage menu. There is a distinctive sushi an sashimi menu, as well. The advent of a robust presence of superb Japanese dining spots in Beverly Hills puts this City on the map for authentic Japanese cuisine to satisfy the most discerning diner. The restaurant is located at 265 S. Robertson Blvd. in Beverly Hills; 310-358-1900.

her they didn’t. “I guess I’ll go back home,” Ruthie recalled muttering in response. The lady then asked her where home was; Hollywood, Ruthie told her. And suddenly, the woman was aflutter, asking Ruthie if she saw movie stars, like Clark Gable. “‘Of course,’ I say.” And magically, the woman in personnel informed her that there was an opening, to work as the secretary to Red Barber, the famed radio man responsible for covering all the Brooklyn Dodger games. “It turned out to be spectacular,” she recalled, listing off a litany of sports starrs like Walter O’Malley and Joe Louis who came to the office to tell stories before and after and during Barber’s daily 15minute radio show. After a year with Barber, personnel transferred her to New Program Ideas, which had offices adjacent to all the news reports at CBS, including Ed Murrow. She worked there for two years, before in 1949 moving back to Los Angeles. In L.A., she got a job working for celebrity manager Mike Vallon and renewed her friendships. Then, serendipity came along once again. She and her best friend were arranging a surprise party for another friend when it became apparent that they needed more boys to attend. So Ruthie called up a platonic friend, Marvin, and asked him to bring some guys to the party. He said he’d bring five fellows with him, on one condition; Ruthie had to personally invite one man, Alan. “Turns out he was gong to

be my significant other,” she said of the man was married to for 61 years until his death. They spoke for 45 minutes on that first phone conversation in anticipation of the December party. In January, they had their first date; and by March they were engaged. They got married on July 13, on the radio program “Bride and Groom” - which gifted them a honeymoon to Tahoe and an array of gifts, including a cedar chest, refrigerator, and silverware. Once married, they moved into “a real rattle trap” apartment on Third Street where they could hear the street car go by. Her new husband, a school teacher and a vacuum clearer salesman, soon decided to go into business for himself. After a bit of a rocky start, Ruthi said he had the biggest vacuum cleaner business in L.A., Western Vacuum Cleaner. At one point, a would-be actor named Leonard Nimoy worked as the sales manager before getting his big break. The eventually moved to a house in Cheviot Hills, where they had three children, before moving to Beverly Hills in 1968, into a home Harold Lloyd had originally purchased for his mother. By then, her husband had gone into the import/export business and was en route to become the cofounder of Mercantile National Bank. Ruthie recalled: “My mom kept bugging me and said you have to move to Beverly Hills because the school system is so good there.”

They enrolled their two eldest boys at Beverly Hills High School and their daughter at El Rodeo. Ruthie became active in the PTAs and continued to write songs, including tunes for the high school, the Chamber of Commerce and the Beverly Hills Follies. “When we moved here, Beverly Hills was certainly more laid back,” she recalled. “They didn’t have the mcmansions that they do now.” Her life took a bit of a turn once again when her eldest son, Randall, a philosophy major turned oenophilist prevailed on his parents to help him buy some land in Santa Cruz to launch a wine-making operation. One day, her son calls her, tells her the wine is ready and he needs her to take it around L.A. to try to sell his wine, Bonny Doon. “It was just like you take Lucille Ball in I Love Lucy and you send her out on the road to sell the wine,” she described of her foray into the business, which had her taking wine in Ralphs paper bags to meetings; a contrast to the other reps who carried alligator totes. The wine was a hit; and two weeks segued into two years, with her stocking scores of Beverly Hills restaurants and even being part of an inaugural wine tasting event at Greystone after the shuttered Beverly Hills mansion was reopened to the world. “My life is one big serendipity,” said the grandmother of five. “I love Beverly Hills. I just can’t imagine living any place else. This is it.”

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PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE OF COURT ORDERED SALE OF REAL PROPERTY The Superior Court of California, County of Orange in case number 08ZF0025 entitled People v Pham, et. al. has ordered sold real property at 458 S. Roxbury Drive, Beverly Hills, CA, legally described as Lot 72 of Tract No. 3535, City of Beverly Hills County of Los Angeles CA per map recorded in Book 107, pages 1 to 9 inclusive in the Office of the County Recorder of said County. Sale will be held November 30, 2015 outside the courtroom of Department C45 Orange County Superior Court at 10:00am 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA. Minimum bid is $3,710,000 and bidder must comply with CA Code of Civil Procedure 701.590. For Information contact Len Beckman at 714-2671413, Dated; 11/10/15 Michael D. Pursell Court Appointed Receiver 11/13/15, 11/20/15, 11/27/15 –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015 289466The following is/are doing business as: DYNAMIC BUSINESS ASSOCIATES 237 N. Almont Dr. #202 Beverly HIlls, CA 90211; Boris M. Tonoff 237 N. Almont Dr. #202 Beverly HIlls, CA 90211; Maria A. Tonoff 237 N. Almont Dr. #202 Beverly HIlls, CA 90211; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact

business under the name(s) listed herein: Boris M. Tonoff, Partner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 13, 2015; Published: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015258410 The following is/are doing business as: STACEY RUIZ EVENTS 5852 Harold Way #A, Los Angeles, CA 90028; Stacey Ruiz 5852 Harold Way #A, Los Angeles, CA 90028; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Stacey Ruiz, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: October 08, 2015; Published: October 30, November 06, 13, 20, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015275657 The following is/are doing business as: RAYMOND AND CO JEWELERS 714 N. Bedford Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; William R. Raskin 714 N. Bedford Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Carole R. Raskin 714 N. Bedford Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: A MARRIED COUPLE, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: William R. Raskin, Husband: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: October 28, 2015; Published: October 30, November 06, 13, 20, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015268307 The following is/are doing business as: 1) CHRIS COX & ASSOCIATES 2) CHRIS COX BAIL BONDS 3) ODYSSEY BAIL BONDS 1615 N. Wilcox Ave. #3411, Hollywood, CA 90028; Chris Cox 1615 N. Wilcox Ave. #3411, Hollywood, CA 90028; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s)

has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein 2005: Chris Cox, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: October 21, 2015; Published: November 06, 13, 20, 27, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015268308 The following is/are doing business as: 1) STEVE COX & ASSOCIATES 2) STEVE COX BAIL BONDS 5350 Wilshire Blvd. #361402, Los Angeles, CA 90036; Steve Cox 5350 Wilshire Blvd. #361402, Los Angeles, CA 90036; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Steve Cox, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: October 21, 2015; Published: November 06, 13, 20, 27, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015268309 The following is/are doing business as: EILEEN GRUND DESIGNS 1138 S. Sherbourne Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Eileen Grund 1138 S. Sherbourne Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90035; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Eileen Grund, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: October 21, 2015; Published: November 06, 13, 20, 27, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015270205 The following is/are doing business as: 1) SPF STUDIOS 2) SEAN PAUL FRANGET 478 E. San Jose Ave. #E, Burbank, CA 91501; Sean P. Niella 478 E. San Jose Ave. #E, Burbank, CA 91501; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Sean P. Niella, Owner: Statement is

filed with the County of Los Angeles: October 22, 2015; Published: November 06, 13, 20, 27, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015281053 The following is/are doing business as: 1) LION REAL ESTATE ADVISORS 2) LREA 1940 Century Park East #250, Los Angeles, CA 90067; Sherwin Aryeh 321 N. Oakhurst Dr. #302, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Sherwin Aryeh, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 04, 2015; Published: November 13, 20, 27, December 04, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015281054 The following is/are doing business as: 1) THE REAL ESTATE AGENCY 2) THE RE AGENCY 8746 Holloway Dr., West Hollywood, CA 90069; The Real Estate Agency 8746 Holloway Dr., West Hollywood, CA 90069; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Sharon Hakimfar, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 04, 2015; Published: November 13, 20, 27, December 04, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015281052 The following is/are doing business as: 1) LE MAAN AHAI 2) ACHER 404 N. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036; Baba Sale Congregation 404 N. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Simon Benhaim, Chairman of The

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17 “That milky liquid belongs to me!”? 18 Cousin of a tendril 19 Baseball or Supreme Court lineups 24 Calrissian of “Star Wars” films 31 Put back on the payroll 32 Dudley Do-Right’s love 36 Moseys along 38 E.U. member not in NATO: Abbr. 40 Part of a winter stash 42 One with brand loyalty? 43 “Oh … my … God!” 44 Brian who wrote the score for “Me and Earl and the Dying Girl” 46 Glimpse on the sly 47 Munitions suppliers 48 One in line to rule the ocean? 50 Peter who directed “Picnic at Hanging Rock” 53 Man’s name that’s Hebrew for “my God” 54 1970 hit with the lyric “I’m down on my knees,/I’m begging you please to come home” 55 Roger who wrote “The Boys of Summer” 57S tick-in-the-mud types 59 Edit some film 60 Like measuring cups, often 63 Nutritional fig.

Board: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 04, 2015; Published: November 13, 20, 27, December 04, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015281050 The following is/are doing business as: EAGLE CREEK HOME LOANS 1141 Highland Ave. #C, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266; Mortgage Bank of California 1141 Highland Ave. #C, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Michael Dallal, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 04, 2015; Published: November 13, 20, 27, December 04, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015281051 The following is/are doing business as: 1) SUPER STRUDEL 2) MOD MUSIC 1171 S. Robertson Blvd. #222, Los Angeles, CA 90035; Juice by D, LLC 1171 S. Robertson Blvd. #222, Los Angeles, CA 90035; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein October 09, 2015: David Farentino, CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 04, 2015; Published: November 13, 20, 27, December 04, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015290286 The following is/are doing business as: LAW OFFICE OF NEIL J. SHEFF 280 S. Beverly Dr. #306, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Neil J. Sheff 280 S. Beverly Dr. #306, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL,

registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein February 01, 2001: Neil J. Sheff, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 16, 2015; Published: November 20, 27, December 04, 11, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015290287 The following is/are doing business as: BERNA AND BILL 525 N. Flores St. #1, Los Angeles, CA 90048; Bernadeta Vigil 525 N. Flores St. #1, Los Angeles, CA 90048; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Bernadeta Vigil, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 16, 2015; Published: November 20, 27, December 04, 11, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015290288 The following is/are doing business as: SMARTBOARD LA 324 S. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036; Hereiti Jewel Wilkes 324 S. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Hereiti Jewel Wilkes, Sole Proprietor: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 16, 2015; Published: November 20, 27, December 04, 11, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015290289 The following is/are doing business as: 1) FAMILY GO GLOBAL 2) TICA TOURS 3911 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90018; Rebecca Bernard 3911 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90018; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the

name(s) listed herein: Rebecca Bernard, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 16, 2015; Published: November 20, 27, December 04, 11, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015287523 The following is/are doing business as: 1) L’EMINENCE 2) L’EMINENCE ACCESSORIES 3) L’EMINENCE GRISE 4) L’EMINENCE GRISE ACCESSORIES 9301 Wilshire Blvd. #512, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Michael Mandel 9301 Wilshire Blvd. #512, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Michael Mandel, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 10, 2015; Published: November 20, 27, December 04, 11, 2015 LACC N/C

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BEVERLY HILLS

PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE INVITING PRE-QUALIFICATION BEVERLY HILLS UNIFIED DISTRICT

NOTICE CALLING FOR BIDS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Beverly Hills Unified School District, acting by and through its Governing Board, hereinafter referred to as “District”, will receive prior to 11:00 AM on the 15 day of December, 2015 Pre-Qualification Packages for Prime Contractors Interested as Potential Bidders of a Contract for the following Projects:

BEVERLY HILLS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Bid Deadline: 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 8, 2015 Place of Bid Receipt: 255 Lasky Dr. Beverly Hills, CA 90212 – Purchasing Department Project: RE-BID Crossing Guard Service - BID #1516/009

BID #15-16/007 Abatement and Demolition at Beverly Hills High School, Buildings B1, B2, B3 and H BID #15-16/008 Abatement and Demolition at El Rodeo School, Buildings A, B, C and D Subcontractors are not being prequalified at this time and will be able to prequalify during the bidding period. Prequalification of Bidders As a condition of submitting a bid for this Project, and in accordance with California Public Contract Code section 20111.6, prospective bidders are required to submit to the District a completed set of prequalification documents on forms attached hereto a "Notice Inviting Prequalification Exhibit A". These documents will be the basis for determining which bidders are qualified to bid on these Projects. Bids will not be accepted if a Contractor has not been prequalified where prequalification is required. Pre-Qualification Documents will be available for prospective Prime Contractors beginning on/or after 1:00 PM November 13, 2015 Electronic Prequalification Documents are available from the Beverly Hills Unified School District Website at www.bhusd.org , and at the District’s Facilities and Planning Department 241 Moreno Drive, Beverly Hills CA at (310) 551-5100, Ext. 2390 at no cost to the contractor. To the extent required by Public Contract Code Section 20103.7, the District shall also make the Contract Documents available for review at the following plan rooms: • • • •

Planwell – C2 Reprographics – www.c2repro.com FW Dodge Mcgraw Hill – www.construction.com iSQFT – www.isqft.com Reed Construction Data – www.reedconstructiondata.com

Prequalification documents must be submitted by 11:00 AM December 15, 2015. Contractors will be notified by telephone, e-mail or by mail of their prequalification rating within a reasonable period of time after submission of their prequalification documents, but not less than 10 business days after the prequalification due date. Contractors are encouraged to submit prequalification packages as soon as possible so that they may be notified of prequalification status well in advance. The prequalification packages should be sealed, marked “CONFIDENTIAL PREQUALIFICATION,” and delivered to the following: Beverly Hills Unified School District Purchasing Department, 255 South Lasky Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90212, (310) 551-5100, Ext. 2390. Any prequalification packages received after the time specified above or after any extensions due to material changes shall be returned unopened. No bids will be solicited, received or opened from Bidders who have not been pre-qualified as Prime Contractors through the District’s Pre-Qualification Procedure. If this Project includes work that will be performed by mechanical, electrical or plumbing (“MEP”) subcontractors (contractors that hold C-4, C-7, C-10, C-16, C-20, C-34, C-36, C38, C-42, C-43 or C-46 licenses), such MEP contractors must also be prequalified and will be able to prequalify during the bidding period. A list of prequalified MEP subcontractors will be made available by the District to all bidders at least five business days prior to the bid opening date. It is the responsibility of the bidder to ensure that all MEP subcontractors holding any of the licenses listed above are properly prequalified before submitting a bid. A bid will be non-responsive if any Mechanical, Electrical, and/or Plumbing Subcontractors are submitted that have not been pre-qualified through the District’s Pre-Qualification Procedure. The questionnaire answers and financial statements included in the prequalification packages submitted by contractors are not public records and are not open to public inspection. All such information provided will be kept confidential to the extent permitted by law, although the contents may be disclosed to third parties for the purpose of verification, investigation of substantial allegations, and in the process of any subsequent proceedings. State law requires that the names of contractors applying for prequalification status shall be public records subject to disclosure, and the first page of the questionnaire will be used for that purpose. All questionnaires are scored using a Board of Education rubric, which is available upon request through the Planning and Facilities Department 241 Moreno Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90212, at (310) 551-5100, Ext. 2390. Requirements Prime Contractors and Subcontractors shall be licensed pursuant to California law for the trades necessary to perform the Work called for in the Contract Documents.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Beverly Hills Unified School District of Los Angeles County, California, acting by and through its Governing Board, hereinafter referred to as "DISTRICT," will receive up to, but not later than, the above-stated time, sealed bids for the award of a contract for the above Project. Those bids timely received shall be opened and publicly read aloud.

Each bidder will be required to furnish and maintain: Commercial General Liability Insurance, Workers’ Compensation Insurance, fingerprint clearance and background checks on all employees providing crossing guard service. No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of Thirty (30) days after the date set for opening of bids. The District reserves the right to waive any irregularities, accept or reject any or all bids and to accept or reject any item thereon, and to contract in the best interest of the District.

A contractor or subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, subject to the requirements of Section 4104 of the Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work, as defined in the Labor Code, unless currently registered with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and qualified to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. It is not a violation of this section for an unregistered contractor to submit a bid that is authorized by Section 7029.1 of the Business and Professions Code or by Section 10164 or 20103.5 of the Public Contract Code, provided the contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded.

We File & Publish

Publication Dates: November 13, 2015 and November 20, 2015

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE PRELIMINARY ENDANGERMENT ASSESSMENT El Rodeo School Project Title and Location: Preliminary Endangerment Assessment (PEA) for El Rodeo School, 605 Whittier Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210. Description of Assessment: Assessment activities were conducted at El Rodeo School which is undergoing a school improvement project to determine the presence or absence of contamination. The PEA reports document the results of the investigations. Lead Agency: The PEA process is being completed under oversight of the California Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC). PEA Reports and Supporting Available for Review at:

Documents

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Beverly Hills Unified DTSC – Schools School District Evaluation Branch 255 South Lasky Drive 5796 Corporate Avenue Beverly Hills, CA 90211 Cypress, CA 90630 Each bid must confirm and Attn: Steve Kessler Attn: Dr. Scarlett Xihong Zhai be responsive to the con- (310) 551-5100, x. 2210 (714) 484-5373 tract documents, copies of which are on file and may Comment Period: be obtained from the The Beverly Hills Unified School District will receive writPurchasing Office at the ten comments on the PEA until December 21,2015. All above address on or after comments should be directed to Mr. Steve Kessler of the November 20, 2015 Beverly Hills Unified School District at the address listed Contact Dianne Richard at above. drichard@bhusd.org or 310-551-5100 ext. 2249. Public Hearing: Bid package and the A public hearing to discuss the PEA will be held on addendums will be avail- December 16, 2015 at 6.00 PM at the Jon Cherney able on the District website Lecture Hall at the Beverly Hills High School located at www.bhusd.org. 241 S. Moreno Drive, Beverly Hills, California. Publication Date: November 20, 2015 Bidders will be required to furnish the District with Bid FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME –––––– Security equal to 10% of STATEMENT 2015 289466The fol- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME the total bid amount. Bid lowing is/are doing business as: STATEMENT 2015267879 The folsecurity can be provided in DYNAMIC BUSINESS ASSOCI- lowing is/are doing business as: the form of either cash, ATES 237 N. Almont Dr. #202 COLLABORATIVE FINANCIAL cashier’s check, certified Beverly HIlls, CA 90211; Boris M. CONSULTING 433 N. Camden Dr. check or a bid bond from a Tonoff 237 N. Almont Dr. #202 #970, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; California admitted surety Beverly HIlls, CA 90211; Maria A. Jason Reynolds 8578 Horner St. insurer, made payable to Tonoff 237 N. Almont Dr. #202 Los Angeles, CA 90035; Traci the District. Bid security Beverly HIlls, CA 90211; The busi- Pomeroy 1016 Orange Ave. must accompany the bid. ness is conducted by: A GENERAL Monrovia, CA 91016; The business

The Contractor and all subcontractors shall comply with the requirements set forth in Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1 of the Labor Code. The District has obtained from the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations the general prevailing rate of per diem wages and the general prevailing rate for holiday and overtime work in the locality in which this work is to be performed for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to execute the Contract. These per diem rates, including holiday and overtime work, as well as employer payments for health and welfare, pension, vacation, and similar purposes, are on file at the District, and are also available from the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations. Pursuant to California Labor Code section 1720 et seq., it shall be mandatory upon the Contractor to whom the Contract is awarded, and upon any subcontractor under such Contractor, to pay not less than the said specified rates to all workers employed by them in the execution of the Contract.

Effective January 1, 2015: The Beverly Hills Unified School District has the duty to notify Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) when awarding a contract for a public works project, using the online PWC-100 form. This requirement, found in Labor Code Section 1773.3, now applies to ALL public works projects.

BEVERLY HILLS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 255 South Lasky Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90211 (310) 551-5100

Publication Dates: 11/20/15 & 11/27/15

Fictitious Business Names

Call George at 310-278-1322 x.121

PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Boris M. Tonoff, Partner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 13, 2015; Published: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2015 LACC N/C

–––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015 269732The following is/are doing business as: MITRA DESIGN 425 N. Oakhurst Dr. #113 Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Fatemeh Akbarin 425 N. Oakhurst Dr. #113 Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Fatemeh Akbarin, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: October 22, 2015; Published: October 30, November 6, 13, 20, 2015 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2015273753 The following is/are doing business as: STUDIO CODE 8 1243 N. Crescent Heights Blvd A, West Hollywood, CA 90046; Giovanna Muredu Corporation 1243 N. Crescent Heights Blvd A, West Hollywood, CA 90046; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Giovanna Muredu Corporation, Giovanna R. Muredu President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: October 27, 2015; Published: October 30, November 06, 13, 20, 2015 LACC N/C

is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein on Jason October 15, 2015: Reynolds, Partner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: October 20, 2015; Published: October 30, November 06, 13, 20, 2015 LACC N/C

NOTICE

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

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2 BDRM / DEN/ 2 BA $899,000 South Tower Corner. 2 Jumbo Balconies New Stainless Steel Kitchen, Wood Floors Unobstructed City Views, Lower Floor

CENTURY PARK EAST $525,000 TO $1,169,000

CENTURY TOWERS $545,000 TO $1,348,000

PARK PLACE $750,000 TO $1,195,000 x x x x x x x

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$1,095,000 TO $1,795,000

ONE CENTURY

$3,488,000 TO $28,950,000

CENTURY WOODS

$1,699,000 TO $2,599,000

OFFICE FOR LEASE IN BEVERLY HILLS 2-ROOM SUITE 376 SQ. FT.

LARGE CONRNER OFFICE $1,575/MO.

This notice is being provided as a result of the filing of a permanent alien labor certification application for this LARGE OFFICE job opportunity. Any person may provide documentary evidence bearing on the application to the Certifying $825/MO. Newly Renovated. Rent Officer of the Department of Labor at: In Boutique Building includes HDAC, Utilities, U.S. Department of Labor Adj. Beverly Hills Employment and Training Administration daily janitorial services Building has been Harris Tower and parking. $1,000/MO. completely remodeled. 233 Peachtree Street, Suite 410 Atlanta, Georgia 30303 Phil 310/657-8340 Call 323/782-1144

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BEL AIR CREST $1,995,000 TO $15,975,000

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

CLASSIFIED

BEVERLY HILLS

300 HOUSE FOR SALE

1132 SOUTH SWALL

TWO FABULOUS BEDROOMS BATHROOMS IN GRANITE & GLASS $1,595,000

R E A L E S TAT E

405

440

WANTED TO RENT

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

Single Professional Male, Non-Smoker

KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900

FOR RENT ON WILSHIRE CORRIDOR 10445 Wilshire Blvd. 2 Bdrm/2 Bath Condo Large kitchen, large dining room area Sealed-in Patio $4,700/MO. Call 310-550-8006

Looking to Rent Guesthouse or Room HONEST, RELIABLE, QUIET, PRIVATE, RESPECTFUL. Work from home. Also Avail. for Estate/ Caretaker position. Charlie: 323/839-5844 References Avail.

License 00957281

all listings are on

CenturyCityLiving.com

NOW AVAILABLE GATED 5 STAR LUXURY PROPERTIES

F URNISHED & U NFURNISHED

*BEL AIR *WESTWOOD *CENTURY CITY

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CENTURY TOWERS GORGEOUS REMODELED HOME WITH CUSTOM DESIGNED KITCHEN IN GRANITE AND STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES. Very Responsible 2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS Mature Man HUGE FORMAL DININGROOM AND HUGE LIVINGROOM WITH $5,950/month HIGH CEILINGS. DRAMATIC ENTERTAINERS DECK FOR PAR- Will rent / housesit / care You won't believe the unobstructed TIES. FABULOUS CURB APPEAL. LARGE GARAGE AND LONG for your home. breathtaking views of Century City and LA.. DRIVEWAY. Renovating & Property Totally renovated Management Experience. Granite Counters. Stainless Steel Please call Raymond Appliances. Huge Living Room AGT. 310-770-4111 Move-In Conditionr at 310/218-6653 BRE 00456048

SANDRA LEWIS

407

325 HOUSES FOR LEASE

GARAGE/STORAGE

TO RENT

11985 MAYFIELD • BRENTWOOD CONSTUCTION HOME WITH 4 BEDROOMS & DEN

MAGNIFICENT GORGEOUS NEWER TWO STORY ELEGANT AND DRAMATIC WITH HIGH CEILINGS AND HARDWOOD FLOORS. FABULOUS GRANITE KITCHEN WITH CENTER ISLAND AND GRANITE AND GLASS BATHS. HUGE MASTER WITH LARGE WALK-IN CLOSET. DRAMATIC STAIRCASE WITH SKYLIGHTS. $8,500/MO. HUGE TWO CAR GARAGE

SANDRA LEWIS

AGT. 310-770-4111 BRE 00456048

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BEVERLY HILLS BEVERLY HILLS 3 Bdrm.+2 Full Bath 4 BDRMS, 3.5 BATHS

1,700sf., Granite in living room, hardwood in bedroom, fireplace, central air, breakfast area, granite counters, washer/dryer inside, 5-car parking. $5,000/Month

HOME ON THE HILLS with amazing views, spa hardwood floors, wine cellar and wet-bar. Convenient location. Available Now $6,800/MO.

SANTA MONICA 427 Montana Ave.

Av a i l a b l e for Rent. Close to Beach . Please Call: 310/394-7132

3 Bd.+Den+3 Ba.

360 S. Maple Drive

PACIFIC PALISADES

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH $4,250/month

Outstanding South Tower. Corner Renovation. 270 degree Unobstructed Views. Hardwood Floors. Built Out Closets. Fabulous Kitchen, Newer Appliances Crystal Stall Shower, Spa Bathtub. 2 Jumbo Balconies .Super Quiet Location.

$2,600 to $4,400/mo.

1017 S. SHERBOURNE BEVERLY HILLS VERY Large Very Private & Spacious Renovated Apt. 2 BDRM. + 1.5 BATH upper unit with breakfast 2 Bd. +Den +2.5 Ba. NEW Granite, tile, and formal dining room. Yard, laundry & parking. laminate. Stove, oven, dishwasher. Controlled $3,500/MO. access garage, Call 213/804-3761 2 parking spaces. BEVERLY HILLS $2,845/Month • • N E W L Y • • Call: 913/488-0214 •• U P D AT E D ••

————— • 2 Bd + Den + 2 Ba •

$9,850 to $14,000/mo.

Mediterranean Style Luxury Condo’s Inclds: Viking appliances, rooftop garden, spectacular views, controlled access, elevator, sundeck.

• • • • •

Balcony w/ ocean views, hrwd+marble+stone flrs.

• • • • • Updated & Pristine Bright unit, closed garage. 2 Bd.+Den+2 Ba. Three Bedrooms Easy to Show. Starting at: $4,600 Between 3rd & Charming Living Rm Breakfast bar, hrwd+ Burton Way. Formal D/R. Open Flow marble+stone flrs. $5,300/Month Please Call: Stunning Hardwood Flrs • Noushin Ahobim • 310/864-0319 Roya 310/927-8322 Agt.: 310/863-43

ONE CENTURY $16,000 to $35,000/mo.

BEL AIR CREST $10,000 to $59,000/mo.

Some Complexes include Heated Pools, Sundeck, Tennis, Doorman, Houseman, Staff Engineers, Switchboard, Security Staff, Switchboard, Saunas, Business Center, Pet PlayLand, Restaurant, Acres of Flower Gardens and Grassy Lawns. For Lease See our Ad Sec. 270

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Breathtaking Views Private front patio, Hardwood floors, a/c, Bright/Airy • B.H. Adj. laundry in unit, 2-car prkg. Upper 2+2 • $2,790 336 S. Rexford Dr. X-lrg balcony+lrg living rm Rooftop Garden $3,200/Month Panoramic B.H. Views 310/860-9991 Carpet w/ laminate entry. 310/433-1949 Spacious, pool, sauna, 213/926-4213 gated, elevator, central A VA I L A B L E N O W air, prkg., marble lobby. 1259 S. Camden Dr. 310/849-3858 Beverly Hills Adjacent Olympic/Shenandoah

————— —————–––– BEVERLY HILLS ADJ.

LUXURIOUS 2 BEDROOM, 3 BATH PENTHOUSE Includes Large Loft Bonus Room, and Rooftop Deck.

Newly Remodeled 2 BR/2 BA Townhouse

$3,600/MO. Shown By Appointment.

8544 BURTON WAY Call 310/273-6770 or 213/444-8865

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—————–––– BEVERLY HILLS

236 S. REXFORD DR. Luxurious & Bright 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Stunning & immaculate. Completely updated with hardwood floors, all new kitchen & appliances including bathrooms, new wood washer/dryer in unit. floors & windows, $2,750/MO. central air & heat, Call 310/926-6088 recessed lighting and wired for sound. or 310/409-6014

Large closets, balconies, all amenities in kitchen PARK PLACE with granite counters and all appliances. Berber $3,850 to 4,700/mo. Washer & dryer in unit. Covered parking. carpet/harwood foors and $2,950/Mo. 440 verticle blinds. Fireplace, Roberta: 415-271-5161 UNFURNISHED CENTURY TOWERS wet bar, washer/ dryer APT’S/CONDO’S $3,850 to $6,800/mo. included in laundry area. BEVERLY HILLS Prime Brentwood CENTURY HILL Secured building with 451 S. Maple Dr. garden courtyard. Choice Bright & Spacious The Vizcaya $6,500 to $7,000/mo. location Near Beverly Center, 2 ndBd. + Den + 2 Ba. 1000 Granville Ave. Cedars- Sinai, Restaurants, 2 floor, central air, hardwood floors, LE PARC Trader Joes, Etc. No Pets. new carpet, gourmet

—————–––– ————— 312 S La Peer Dr., 90048

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$4,350/Mo. 2 Master Bdrms, 2.5 Baths Hi Ceilings, Walk-in Closet, Gourmet Kitchen, Built-in Surround Sound, Laundry, , 2 Fireplaces, Balcony, HVAC & More! CENTURY PARK EAST 310/985-9188

Storage Space CENTURY PARK EAST

310/666-9572 Call 310/205-0206 3-Level Townhouse Penthouse 2 Bd.+2 Ba. $5,995 BEVERLY HILLS Adj. Beverly Hills Lease

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kitchen, 2-car prkg.

$2,850Mo. Available Soon North of Wilshre

—————–––– BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. 922 S. BEDFORD ST. LIGHT AND BRIGHT

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH newly remodeled on second floor with A/C and 2 parking.

$2,350/MO. Sam: 310/422-6026

————— BEVERLY HILLS ADJ Bedford/Olympic 2 BD, 2 BA CONDO $2,150/MO.

Approx. 1400 Sq. ft. Lower unit with fridge, washer/dryer in unit and 2 car parking.

2 Bd. + 2 Ba. COMPASS GOLD PROP. Call 310/880-7281

Marty: 310/293-2205

————— BEVERLY HILLS

2 Blocks West of Century City 10318 Missouri Avenue

3 Bdrm • 2 Bath • 1600 sq. ft. BRIGHT AIRY UPPER DUPLEX • PRIME CONDITION • XL kitchen/living rm, dining room, 2 car parking, patio, washer/dryer hookups, security system, quiet tenants preferred $3,650/MO.

(310) 441-0277 • (310) 277-9333

Next to Roxbury Park & Century City LARGE 1 BDRM. 1 BA. With hardwood floors, separate kitchen newly remodeled, new windows, sub-zero, fridge, stove, dishwasher, A/C unit, secured garage parking, laundry on premises.

No-pets $2,100/MO Call 310/713-1664

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

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BEVERLY HILLS

440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

WEST L.A.

**CENTURY CITY**

320 S. CLARK DR. Robertson/Burton Way

Border of BRENTWOOD BEVERLY HILLS 11933 Darlington Ave.

321 S. Sherbourne Dr.

ONE BEDROOM With balcony, tub + stall shower, ELEVATOR, A/C, gated garage, controlled access in quiet building. No pets. Non-smoking facility.

Call 323/252-5600

1134 N. SYCAMORE AV. 274 LAFAYETTE PARK PL. ==== 1415 Brockton Ave. 2220 S. Beverly Glen

==== Spacious • • Bachelor • Spacious, Hardwood • floors, dishwasher, • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • on-sight laundry •• •• ••

LOVELY

Balcony, controlled access, a/c, stove, elevator, laundry facility, parking.

and parking.

310/473-1509

—————–––– BRENTWOOD The Carlton

• 310/247-8689 • 11666 Goshen Ave. ————— Close (•)(•)(•)(•)(•) to Cedars-Sinai,

BEVERLY HILLS 218 S. Tower Dr.

• •• 1 Bd.+1 Ba. ••

Beverly Center & Trendy Robertson Bl.

• •• —————–––– • • • BRENTWOOD •

Single+1 Ba.

Single+Loft+1 Ba. (•)(•)(•)(•)(•)

WiFi, central air/heat, fireplace, patio, 125 N. Barrington Av. Old World Charm! controlled access, Bright, intercom entry, N E W LY U P D AT E D pool, elevator, parking, fridge, stove, laundry fac. • • • • • laundry facility.

CLOSE TO RESTAURANTS • 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath • & SHOPPING. 310/531-3992

Upscale, Bright,

BEVERLY HILLS

• • • • •

1 Bdrm.+1 Bath Patio, stove, fridge, dishwasher, on-sight laundry, parking.

•

•• • •

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310/531-3992 Great Location!

—————

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————— —————

310/473-5061

city views.

————— —————–––– • WESTWOOD • CULVER CITY

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parking and pool. • Close to Beach •

11640 Kiowa Ave.

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310/394-7132

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310/435-3693

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CORRIDOR

BRENTWOOD

The Mission” 10530-10540 11730 SUNSET BLVD. “ • Westwood • Wilshire Bl. NEWLY REMODELED ∞ ∞ ∞

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. • • • • • •

• • • • •

N. Sycamore Av.

• • • • • WESTWOOD • Single 10905 Ohio Ave. • Bachelor • •

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• • • • • Spacious 1 Bdrm + 2 Bath 2 Bdrm + 2 Bath • • • • •

320 S. CLARK DR. Robertson/Burton Way

LOVELY ONE BEDROOM With balcony, tub + stall

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• • Newly Updated ~ WEST L.A. ~ • • 2 Bd.+2 Ba.• • BEVERLY HILLS 1675 Colby Ave. 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath • •• 2 Bd.+2 Ba. • 443 S. Oakhurst Dr. • •••••••• Single • •• Spacious & Bright. • • •• Balcony, dishwasher, A / C , b a l c o n y, •• • 1 Bd. + Den + 2 Ba. • • • a/c, heated pool, WiFi, dishwasher, stove, • • • • • • Wifi, Bright, controlled intercom entry, elevator controlled B R I G H T & S PA C I O U S access, balcony, access, on-site laundry, on-sight laundry, prkg. B E V E R LY H I L L S pool, elevator, 310/477-0072 parking. Close to LIVING. laundry facility, prkg. Balcony, dishwasher, Brentwood Village, Close To U.C.L.A. L.A.’S FINEST, elevator, intercom Shops & Restaurants. MOST LUXURIOUS 310/477-6856 • 310/826-4889 • entry, on-site APT. RENTAL * * * * * * WILSHIRE laundry, parking. P LEASE C ALL :

* * * * *

Newly Remodeled Lots of Great Views Character & Charm! C LOSE T O S HOPS Glass Fireplace Great views, controlled & R ESTAURANTS . Newly Remodeled. access, balcony, 310/479-0700 elevator, lrg. pool, New hrwd. flrs., prkg, on-sight laundry. granite counters, • WESTWOOD • stainless steel appl., H IKING IN R UNYON 10933 Rochester Ave. alcove fireplace, C ANYON , H OLLYWOOD Jr. Executive fridge, laundry facility, B OWL /N IGHTLIFE . ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ gated parking, intercom 323/467-8172 Spacious a/c, fireplace, entry, WiFi and more. pool, controlled access, • 310/552-8064 • laundry fac., prkg. MID-WILSHIRE Rooftop jacuzzi • Free WiFi Access • with panoramic 340 S. St. Andrews Pl.

••••••

Granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, air conditioned, new hrwd. flrs., designer finishes, balcony, ceiling fan, elevator, controlled access. Fitness ctr, yoga room, wi-fi, skyview lounge w/ outdoor fireplace, laundry facilities. Easy freeway access 213/382-102 1

310/312-9871 550 Veteran Ave. 3830 Vinton Ave. shower, ELEVATOR, A/C, • • Shopping & Dining in • • • • • gated garage, controlled • Single • Brentwood Village • Balcony, controlled access in quiet building. Single • • • • access, parking, • • •• No pets. Non-smoking facility. SANTA MONICA • • • • • elevator, on-site laundry. Pool, sauna, 808 4th St. Call 323/252-5600 Very spacious, Close to shopping, intercom entry, * * * * granite counters, great restaurants elevator, on-site * 2 Bd.+2 Ba . * • BRENTWOOD • and Metro. * * microwave, intercom laundry, parking. 125 N. Barrington Av. * * entry, on-sight laun- All Utilities Paid. 213/364-8423 L ARGE , U NIQUE N E W LY U P D AT E D dry, parking & WiFi. 310/841-2367 AND G ORGEOUS . • • • • • Very close to UCLA LOS ANGELES • 1 Bdrm. Fireplace, balcony, 401 S. HOOVER St. dishwasher, intercom & Westwood Village. H O L LY W O O D + 1 Bath • entry, elevator, 1769-1775 310/208-5166 • • • • • • • • Upscale, Bright,

BRENTWOOD ••••••••

* * * * * 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath

• 1 Bd.+Den+1 Ba. • • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath

—————–––– Gorgeous & Spacious. —————–––– 221 S. Doheny Dr. With Pool, balcony, • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. central air, fireplace, • Single elevator, intercom Spacious, hardwood flrs., entry, parking. gym. huge closets, built-in • 310/476-2181 • a/c, dishwasher, pool, Close to shopping, elevator, controlled dining & schools. access, laundry facilities. No pets.

* HOLLYWOOD * LAFAYETTE PARK

∞

• 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • 120 S. Swall Dr. • 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. ∞ ∞∞∞∞∞∞ • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • Luxury Living • 6-Month Lease Avail. ••••••• • Bachelor • •

with valet, * * * * * * Rooftop pool, Very Spacious, A/C, Every Extra Luxury lush garden custom cabinets, granite surrounding pool, balcony, intercom entry, deck, central air, countertops, stone entry, gym, elevator, etc. on-sight laundry, prkg. elevator, intercom pool, health club, spa. Hrwd. flrs., granite Close to Cedars-Sinai, entry, on-sight laundry, • Free WiFi Access • counters, dishwasher, • Close to UCLA • gym, parking. Beverly Center, 1350 S. MIDVALE AVE. central air, balcony. • Free WiFi Access • shops, cafes L.A., 90024 • Free WiFi • & transportation. ~ 310/476-3824 ~ Contact Mgr.: Call: 310/470-4474 • 310/864-0319 • 310/270-0724 BRENTWOOD & U.C.L.A. CLOSE

Controlled access, laundry facility. Utilities Included.

323/851-3790

Close to Everything.

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• 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. Gorgeous & Spacious. • • • • • • Single With Pool, balcony, • • • • • • • • Control access, pool, dishwasher, elevator, on-site laundry and parking.

213/385-4751

central air, fireplace, elevator, intercom entry, parking. gym.

• 310/476-2181 •

Close to shopping, dining & schools.

SUDOKU

BEVERLY HILLS

S E RV I C E

468 BAGS WANTED

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D I R E C T O RY

ANTIQUES / JEWELRY

BUY & SELL

Jewelerette & Co.

WANTED

CHANEL, HERMES, GUCCI, PRADA AND ALL HIGH-END DESIGNER HANDBAGS

We pay top dollar for your scrap gold, jewelry, diamonds, gemstones, watches and coins. We also consider purchasing rare or antique items.

IN ADDITION TO

ALLIGATOR, CROCODILE AND EXOTIC SKINS. ALL NEW, USED OR VINTAGE.

TOP DOLLAR PAID Call 310/289-9561

505

Cash on the spot. No appointment necessary.

COLLECTIBLES WANTED

Why Donate When You Can Sell It To Us.

201 South Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills 310-550-5755

We buy all variety of goods: A n t i q u e s , Collectibles, Paintings, Statues, Vintage/Rare Items and much more! If interested call Robert 818/568-8288

507

AUTOS WANTED

CA$H FOR CAR$

O F

ANTIQUES BUY & SELL

B E V E R L Y

H I L L S

Buyers and Sellers of High-End Jewelry & Watches

WE WILL BUY YOUR CAR, RUNNING OR NOT!

ALL TYPES OF CARS ANY YEAR • ANY MODEL

Will Appraise Your Car For Free! Visit us at

www.chequeredflag.com

Call John or Neil:

323-868-4119 sales@chequeredflag.com

WE BUY CARS HIGH-END & CLASSIC CAR CALL ERIC 310/345-1487

9615 Brighton Way Suite #325 I Beverly Hills, CA 90210 by appointment 310.273.8174 I www.mizrahidiamonds.com

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S E R V I C E

CONTRACTORS

- New Home Construction - Smart Homes - Environmentally Friendly Pointers - Help with your ideal design through wide variety of floor plans & innovative features

www.elaninnovativeconstruction.com General Building Contractor

“FREE ESTIMATE” Call 310-294-6866

Will Donate Part of the proceed to Charity/organization/schools of your choice. Are You Interested In Remodeling? Full Service High Quality Construction Residential & Commercial

CLOCK REPAIRS

Nichols’ Clock & Watch Repair

New Construction • Kitchen/Baths • Additions Tile/Stone Counter Tops Door/Window Installation & Repairs Custom Cabinetry • Finish Carpentry • Painting Landscaping/Hardscape • Driveways • Patios Tenant Improvements, Condos, Store Fronts, Apt’s

BARRYBUILT CORPORATION Call James Barry For A Free Estimate! Cell: 310-901-7382 • Off: 310-459-7451

barrybuiltcorporation.com • barrybuilt@aol.com

• Antique Clock Repair • House Calls Available • Complete Watch Repair Specializing in grandfather clocks, mantle clocks, wall clocks, cuckoo clocks

Mark Nichols 818.207-8915 ncwrepair@yahoo.com

State Lic. #843112

CONTRACTOR

• AC •

CONSTRUCTION GENERAL CONTRACTOR RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION

REMODELING & NEW ADDITIONS FREE Estimates

310.278.5380 L I C : # 8 0 1 8 8 4 • F U L LY I N S U R E D

SUDOKU ANSWER 11 / 1 3 / 1 5 I S S U E

ROOFING

HANDY PEOPLE

ELAN INNOVATIVE CONSTRUCTION

Lic. No. 953274

BEVERLY HILLS

D I R E C T O R Y

ELECTRIC

Fort Construction & Honest Handyman! Room additions, Remodeling, Painting, Kitchens/Baths, Tile/Flooring, Woodwork, Decks, A/C-Plumbing, Lighting/Electrical, Concrete/Brick/Stone, Doors/Windows/Screens. Reliable, No Short Cuts • Serving B.H. for 32 Yrs. Call Manny: 310/729-9612 LICENSED • BONDED • INSURED

H & L

• Senior Discounts

El Nino is Coming, Is Your Home or Business Prepared?

• ROOFING SERVICE •

• N EW R OOFS / R EPAIRS • R AINGUTTER & S KYLIGHT S ERVICE • G ARAGE /O FFICE C ONVERSION ’ S Written roof inspections for real estate agents. 30 Years in Business • 3rd Generation Roofer

• Orsinis Roofing • Call Steve 24-hrs.: • 800-213-6806 • • 213-675-3769 •

—————–––– • HANDYMAN •

E XCELLENT L OCAL R EFERENCES Insured • Bonded

H A N D Y M A N a n d • Home Repairs M A I N T E N A N C E • Remodeling • Carpentry Painting • Plumbing Tiling • Electric • Drywall Remodel & Demolition • Hauling, Remove and Replace Carpet. Residential & Commercial Cleaning. Shampoo Carpet. Property Management.

Mobile Credit Card Payment And Payment Plans Available.

• Ceramic Tile • Plumbing • Drywall • Painting • Plaster • Wallpaper • Call Dave • Cell: 213/300-0223 323/651-1832

UPHOLSTERY CLEANING and Pet Odor Removal

No Job Too BIG or Too small! HUGO: 310/204-6107 or 661/886-9440

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MARBLE RESTORATION

GOLD COAST ~ MARBLE ~

475

Fabric & Leather Upholstery Cleaning Leather Repair Odor Removal

• Marble Polishing • Sealing • Floor Restoration • Grout Cleaning

626-460-9478

Call For Free Estimate:

CARE ELECTRIC All Electrical Needs! Residential/Commercial Expert Repair Small Jobs OK Fully Insured All Work Guaranteed! www.careelectric.net

310/901-9411 Lic.# 568446

HANDYMAN

818/348-3266 • 818/801-9503 • Cell: 818/422-9493 • • Member of BBB • REAL ESTATE AGENTS/SELLERS, PREP YOUR PROPERTY.

PAINTING

RAFAEL

30 years of Quality service. Big and small jobs. Immediate Response Excellent reference.

Call Robert at

805-252-2122

PAINTING

YALE

PAINTING PAINTING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR Residential/Commercial

Quality Custom Painting • WHITNEY'S • References Available. ELECTRICAL AND HANDYMAN SERVICE Lamps, Fixtures and Furniture Restored

www.masterofprecisionservices.com

Interior/Exterior House • Commercial Apt. • Industrial • Hi-Rise

NO JOB TOO SMALL. LIC. # 641602 BONDED + INSURED 20 Years Experience

I Have Great Preparation

323/658-7847 323/864-2490

323/733-4898 Call Young anytime

FREE ESTIMATE

“I Do My Own Work”

Since 1982 Lic. # 689667 • Bonded / Insured

SERVICE DIRECTORY To Advertise Your Business Call 310-278-1322 www.bhcourier.com PUZZLE ANSWER

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C H I D O D S T E N S A T C R I M A L F A B O Y D M A T L E C H E N E R A T I N C E L N I N L E A

I E S N A E N T H E E N D I N A S O R U A M E W E L O D E A T E N T R A I E A S P R O U T A U N A I S U R R E P U G D S U P M N O I S T A

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S O M A L I D O T O B A R I A S O L D E N T E A R I R X I C O L S B A E C I N D O W D N E D A S O X E N U T S P N E O O R E P O E R E F B L I C B I C L I S S I P N S O N G G E N D A

I O N C A J U N S C A M S H I P

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U G A N D A N I B S E N D A S U N O

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BEVERLY HILLS

Chairman Emeritus Paula Kent Meehan President & Publisher Marcia Wilson Hobbs

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Not very many people know that before I decided to run for Board of Education, I met with the late Beverly Hills Weekly columnist, Rudy Cole. When he learned about my education background and interest in running for school board, he took me under his wing, spending a number of days showing and explaining to me how politics worked here in Beverly Hills. His direction and the kind words he wrote in his column helped get me elected despite the fact I spent only $1,000 on the campaign and few knew me here in the City. After I had served on the board a few months, Rudy and I met again and he gave me pointers on how to build my constituency. He explained how important this was if I wanted to continue in the Beverly Hills political arena. I ignored Rudy’s advice. Politics never interested me. Education was my passion. I had no intention of running for a second term and because I wanted to make the most of my time here, I focused all my attention on protecting our students and growing our school district. This August, when I saw who was running in the election and, more importantly, heard how these candidates were distorting the truth about the accomplishments my colleagues and I had made in the past four years – such as mismanaging our district finances and leading our schools to academic doom - I felt impelled to run again, if only to be a voice to correct these lies. Because of three issues I had lost many of the supporters who had helped me get elected in the first place, and Rudy Cole was no longer around. These issues were: (1) Metro. As my understanding grew of the harm Metro’s tunnel under the high school could do to students, the school, the City, I was labeled a “rabid anti-subwayist,” even though I never opposed the subway, only the route. (2) Measure E. After studying structural engineering reports and the increasing seismic threat in the area, it was clear to me that we must put our students and staff into safe modern buildings as quickly as possible. This was the intent of Measure E. The problem was that those who sold this measure had promised the public that taxes wouldn’t rise, and my position of going to capacity on Measure E directly countered that false promise. It didn’t matter that the amount came to only $1.30 a day for those who owned a $3 million house, or that legally we could raise the rate, that such a promise should never have been made, or that increasing taxes now would save the taxpayers millions of dollars in the future and get our children out of unsafe buildings earlier. For me, to put out students ahead of the interests of my supporters was, simply put, politically wrong. (3) Carter Pastinger. I was blamed for removing this icon from the high school. As a sitting boardmember, I was unable to speak about district personnel matters and so was unable to respond to the volumes of misinformation that whirled around this issue. My position has always been to have the best school administrators, because this is the only way to ensure having the best teachers. It’s a shame this became a political issue. Even though I lost the election, I’m more proud of the votes I received in this election than those I got four years ago. This is mainly because the votes this year came from people who understood what I believed in and refused to buy into the bombardment of falsehoods that were thrown at them. I counted at least 30 pieces of mail from my challengers, the North Homeowners Association, the Chamber of Commerce and 16 ex-mayors – all expounding that the current board had mismanaged the district and had failed our schools academically. Now I know more than more than 900 people living in this City can see through these distortions. I’m touched that you came out and voted for me and am eternally grateful for your faith in me. I thank you from the bottom of my heart. Lewis Hall ****** I have been away a few weeks and in catching up on articles, I noticed one about Venoco. My family (Diane, Brian and Kim) has lived on McCarty Drive for some 41 years, two blocks from the high school. Both our children went to BHHS– one graduating in 1983 and the other in 1985, I also went to Beverly High for a year and a half plus played little league back in 1953. The oil well was right there next to the hot dog stand. I am happy to say my family has been fine over all those years. We are still fine. It also

seems very strange when Venoco was mailing out the checks to homeowners, who received for their rights and percentage of the profits, there were no complaints then. It is my understanding that Venoco no longer drills for oil on the high school well and only removes the oil so that the BHUSD can receive the revenue it sorely needs. I am strongly in favor of leaving the Venoco lease intact. Our City needs any extra funds it can find and Venoco is one of the great sources of this revenue. Irv Steinman ****** In a fatherly attempt to explain the recent school board election to my daughter, Olympia, who recently asked: “Why hath the school board candidates been fraught with such consternation Daddy?” In light of the open letter boardmember Noah Margo penned to his son on social media after winning re-election, I wrote this letter to my 7-year-old. If you’re wondering about the high-octane vocabulary, my wife told Olympia Downton Abbey was really a Disney Channel show. Here is the letter I sent Oly which just to play it safe, I had notarized. Dear Oly, Sometimes in real life, or even here in Beverly Hills, we find ourselves in times of trouble. Right now, two members of our current school board and three new candidates are battling it out in an election we have come to know as “Unhappy Hour.” There will be three winners and two losers. To make it easy to spot the winners, they are the ones with fewer bandages. Current boardmember Lisa Korbatov became very upset when she saw many addresses of local residents disappear from her computer. “I’ve had a Hacker!,” she exclaimed, blaming the computer’s malfunction on being purchased from the husband of candidate Isabel. Lisa has been spearheading the construction efforts at your school El Rodeo. You know how you always wanted a playhouse in the backyard and we never got you one? Well, you’ll have one now Oly. It’s your new classroom. We were all impressed with how our neighbor Mel Spitz won so many votes in the election. Mel is an octogenarian and aside from not eating meat, he is a very vocal advocate for getting the school’s budgets in line. To help contemporize his image, Mel is writing a book about his first term on the school board set against the Woodstock music festival and the beginnings of the Watergate scandal. The book, Where A Man Sits, will feature Mel on the cover sitting in his famous Art Linkletter chair making the finger gesture “Beverly Hills Schools Are #1,” at least that's what I want you to think. Finally Oly, Mommy and I are really proud of how you and your older sister wear your hard hats to school every day without complaining that it’s flattening your hair. We promise for your 30th birthday we will celebrate the grand opening of the Subway Station at the high school or the Subway sandwich stand, whichever they finally decide to build. In your honor Oly and because you have been such a good girl during the election by not playing in the mud, I am writing a special play for your class to perform in the cafeteria theatre. A charming tale of the battling egos on the school board election, not to be confused with the El Rodeo Egos. Also, a story of how difficult it is for parents to get their kids ready for school in the morning. I'm calling it One Flew Over The Cocoa Puffs. Daddy loves you Oly. Hal Lifson ****** Recently, the Beverly Hills City Council didn’t have any choice since allowing artificial turf is state law. But John Mirisch, Nancy Krasne, and Lili Bosse are right: artificial turf is a bad choice for those trying to save water because it will damage our environment. Aside from the fact that it comes from a nonrenewable resource (oil), degrades leaving toxic residues, and causes heating of air and soil, it provides no sustenance for butterflies, bees, birds, or small mammals. Water-wise plants, ideally native to our area but as a second choice from other dry areas, are much better for the environment. As I walk around Beverly Hills, I see an increasing number of lawns and gardens being transformed by water-wise plantings. There is a great variety to the homeowners’ choices–each is lovely in its own way. Perhaps the City, in conjunction with its Public Works and Recreation and Parks Commissions and Departments, and ideally with the permission of the homeowners, could sponsor a tour of these new gardens, or a least a website with pictures and planting suggestions, to help the rest of us figure out what to do with our lawns and parkways. Daniel Fink, M.D.

Cartoon for The Courier by Janet Salter

Astrology By Holiday Mathis TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Nov. 20). Your emotional intelligence is off the charts and your people skills will earn you fantastic experiences, friendships and romances. Next month feels like coming into your own. You’ll take on a life-changing responsibility. January starts a physical makeover of either your home or your image. Virgo and Taurus adore you. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). If they’re not listening, maybe it’s a good thing. It’s a chance to work on your presentation and communication skills. Improving these will have a positive impact on every aspect of your life. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Your friends are lucky because you support and promote those you believe in at every opportunity. Make sure you take advantage of opportunities for your own advancement. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You’ll find a truthful source of information. Work all you can with this because it will give you a skill you didn't have before. It will also make you wise. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You tend to want to fix things for the people you love, but this could set a precedent that will be exhausting to keep up in the future. Stand back. Is it really your responsibility? Could they really help themselves? PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). The novel circumstances and people you’re around today will bring out a different side of you. Even those who know you well will find that there's much to learn. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). This is a lucky day for selling, earning and investing. You have a way of making things bigger and better. Whatever you focus on will grow right before your eyes. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20). You’re not the center of the solar system, but may as well be as far as a certain someone is concerned. This person's thoughts will orbit nonstop around you today. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). What you want to do is possible. The only question is, are you willing to do what it takes to get there? Self-discipline is called for. So is an excellent action plan. How serious are you about this? CANCER (June 22-July 22). Sure, you’d prefer not to fight for what you want. But if everything were just handed to you, you wouldn't be half the person you are today. It’ not about the war; it’s about the warrior. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Loyalty is a rare trait. It can be hard to find a friend who will behave and say the same things behind your back as he or she would to your face. You’ll test your friendships today, and one will pass with flying colors. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’ll be drawn to those with interesting and exciting objectives and who have a tendency to put an upbeat spin on things. You need more friends like these! LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Once you find the answer to a question, two more questions will grow out of that answer. So don’t expect resolution. Try to enjoy the mystery. There’s something wonderful about it.

POLICE BLOTTER

The following assaults, burglaries, and grand thefts have been reported by BHPD. Streets are usually indicated by block numbers. Losses in brackets. ASSAULTS 11/13 Wilshire Bl./N. Robertson Bl. 11/14 100 N. Gale Dr. BURGLARIES 09/28 400 N. Rodeo Dr. ($1,150) 11/09 300 S. Almont Dr. 11.09 300 N. Rodeo Dr. ($920) 11/06 400 N. Rodeo Dr. ($36,995) 11/11 200 N. Robertson Bl. ($250) 11/11 9700 Wilshire Bl. ($3,895) 11/12 9500 Wilshire Bl. ($6,580) 11/13 100 N, Rexford Dr. ($10,450) 11/14 9600 Brighton Wy ($190)

GRAND THEFTS 12/07 200 S. Beverly Dr. ($65,000) 11/09 300 N. Beverly Dr. ($1,945) 11/09 300 N. La Peer Dr. ($2,500) 11/10 10 N. La Cienega Bl. ($1,400) 11/10 9300 Burton Wy. ($1,800) 11/11 400 N. Rodeo Dr. ($34,000) 11/12 9500 Brighton Wy. ($1,495) 11/13 200 Spalding Dr. ($130,000)

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