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Noah Margo Prepares To Lead Beverly Hills Board Of Education Boasting the third successful write-in campaign in the history of California, Noah Margo is poised to begin his third year on the Beverly Hills Board of Education as President Margo at the community-invited installation ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 5:30 p.m. at the Salter Theatre.

The community celebrates the holiday season. 5

El Rodeo students raised $719.05 for victims in the Philippines. 4

HOLIDAY KICK-OFF ON RODEO DRIVE— Jim Jahant, president of the Rodeo Drive Committee, spreads holiday cheer (left); Vincente Mirisch (above) smiles in front of an ice-carved Menorah. Rodeo Drive lit it up with a spectacular ice carving show that culminated in the flip of an ice switch that turned on 150,000 lights and set off a blizzard of white-snow confetti that blanketed Rodeo and at The Beverly Wilshire across the boulevard. Children were treated to a visit with Mr. Kringle to the hip - holiday tunes of DJ’s Andrew Andrew. BH holiday festivities continue daily, with music, extended hours and more. For more holiday images see page 3!

The adorable Princess is looking for her forever home! 4

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By Laura Coleman Former Beverly Hills Superintendent Kenneth Peters passed away peacefully on Monday evening. He was 98-years old. As BHUSD superintendent from 1959 to 1981, Peters was known statewide as an ardent champion for quality education programs. “BHUSD meant so much to him,” said Peters’ son Craig Peters. “He was simply Kenneth Peters

T H A N K S GIVUKKAH—El Rodeo's Third Graders celeb r a t e "Thanksgivukkah " this week. Pictured (from left): Sadie Dyner, Abby Wolf, Rebecca Katz, Max Cohen and Sydney Gasmer.

Editorial from Rabbi Pressman AND MORE

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Announcements Real Estate Rentals Sales and More

Suite 100 Comes To The Peninsula Beverly Hills By Victoria Talbot “When The Peninsula opened its doors in Beverly Hills in 1991, we embodied modern luxury,” said Offer Nis-

years will pass before the first night of Hanukkah falls on Thanksgiving again) offered millions of Jewish (see ‘THANKSGIVUKKAH,’ page 12)

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY Over 70 Beverly Hills businesses are participating in American Express’ Small Business Saturday Nov. 30! Shop locally and earn $10 back. The Courier and the Chamber of Commerce urge you to Shop Small this Saturday and support our local business. To find out details, see the full story on Page 4!

senbaum, managing director of The Peninsula Beverly Hills. “Suite 100 will display that ultimate luxury.” (see ‘SUITE 100,’ page 23)

SHOWOFFS — Rihanna and Taylor Swift proudly showed off their “bods” during the American Music Awards at the Nokia Theatre.

Millions Celebrate Once-In-ALifetime Thanksgivukkah By Laura Coleman The once-in-a-lifetime convergence known as Thanksgivukkah (one calculation predicts 77,794

Noah Margo

(see ‘PETERS,’ page 12)

George Christy, Page 6 If Only Los Angeles Had Other Nights Like This. Tributes To Honorees, A Three Course Dinner, Entertainment, And 500 Guests Heading Home By 9:10PM

(see ‘MARGO,’ page 10)

Former Beverly Hills Unified Supt. Kenneth Peters Dies At 98

American Airlines debuts nation’s first Airbus A321. •Health & Wellness •Arts & Entertainment •Birthdays

By Laura Coleman In anticipation of Noah Margo becoming the Board of Education president on Dec. 10, subject to board approval, The Courier sat down with Margo at La Provence in Beverly Hills to discuss his plans and experience. Here is the exclusive interview:

SUITE 100 AT THE PENINSUL A — O f f e r Nissenbaum, managing director of the multi-award winning The Peninsula Beverly Hills invites guests to “The Birth of Modern Luxury.” The hotel celebrates the glamour of the 1990’s as part of the BH Centennial celebration.

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The Beverly Hills Active Adult Club celebrates Thanksgiving.

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

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SUMMARY NOTICE SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 13-O-2650 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS AMENDING THE UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, 1997 EDITION AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2013 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE; THE UNIFORM SWIMMING POOL, SPA AND HOT TUB CODE, 2012 EDITION; THE UNIFORM SOLAR ENERGY CODE, 2012 EDITION; THE CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE, 2013 EDITION; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE; THE 2013 CALIFORNIA REFERENCE STANDARDS CODE; THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, 2012 EDITION; THE BEVERLY HILLS PHOTOVOLTAIC INSTALLATION GUIDELINES, 2012 EDITION; INCLUDING CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, AND DELETIONS; AND AMENDING PORTIONS OF TITLE 9 OF THE BEVERLY HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE This is a summary of the above entitled ordinance of the City of Beverly Hills. This summary has been prepared and published in accordance with the requirements of Government Code Section 36933. This ordinance amends the City’s Administrative Code and adopts by reference the 2013 edition of the California Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Energy, Residential, Green Building Standards, Historical Building, Existing Building, Reference Standards, and Fire Codes (collectively known as the California Building Standards Code, 24 C.C.R., Parts 2 through 12), as well as the latest editions of the International Property Maintenance Code, Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code, Uniform Solar Energy Code, and Beverly Hills Photovoltaic Installation Guidelines, together with certain amendments, deletions and additions. The California Building Standards Code, as amended, establishes requirements for the structural, plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems of buildings and structures, including historic buildings and buildings not meeting current seismic standards, and for fire and life safety, energy conservation and sustainability. The new City amendments include; changes to wood, structural steel, and seismic design provisions. The other Codes and Guidelines adopted establish standards for property maintenance, construction and maintenance of swimming pools, spas and hot tubs, and installation of various solar energy devices. The ordinance also provides penalties for non-compliance, and for fees. The City has determined that the ordinance is exempt from the environmental review requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. A certified copy of the entirety of the text of Ordinance No. 13-O-2650 is available for public inspection in the office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, California 90210. Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Beverly Hills adopted Ordinance No. 13-O-2650 after a public hearing during the regular City Council meeting on November 19, 2013. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN:

Councilmember Krasne, Councilmember Gold, Councilmember Brien, Vice Mayor Bosse, and Mayor Mirisch None None None

Further information may be obtained by contacting the Community Development Department at 310.285.1141. BYRON POPE, CMC City Clerk

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEVERLY HILLS DRAFT 2014-2021 HOUSING ELEMENT DATE: Tuesday, December 17, 2013 TIME: 7:00 p.m. LOCATION: Council Chambers Beverly Hills City Hall 455 North Rexford Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90210 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the City of Beverly Hills, at its meeting to be held on Tuesday, December 17, 2013, at 7:00p.m., in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, will hold a public hearing to consider: A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS ADOPTING THE GENERAL PLAN 2014-2021 HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE AND ADOPTING AN ADDENDUM TO A NEGATIVE DECLARATION PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT. The Draft 2014-2021 Housing Element would update the City’s housing programs, and would replace the existing Housing Element in the City’s General Plan. Programs proposed in the new Element focus on: • Maintaining and enhancing the quality and character of existing housing and neighborhoods; • Providing for a variety of housing types and adequate affordable housing to meet the diverse needs of the community; and, • Promoting equal housing opportunities for all residents. The Draft 2014-2021 Housing Element has been reviewed by the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). The HCD determined that the draft element meets the State requirements for housing elements in California. The Draft 2014-2021 Housing Element has been assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the City. Section 15164 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations allows a lead agency to prepare an addendum to a previously adopted negative declaration if only minor technical changes or additions are necessary and no substantial changes to the project are proposed, no substantial changes occurred with respect to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken, and no new information of substantial importance is available. As the lead agency, the City has prepared an addendum to the negative declaration adopted by the City in 2011 for the City’s 2008-2013 Housing Element, and found that the adoption of the 2014-2021 Housing Element will not result in any significant environmental impacts. The addendum will be considered at the public hearing. At the public hearing, the City Council will hear and consider all comments on the Draft Housing Element. 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. Comments must be received prior to the meeting date to be considered. 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. If there are any questions regarding this notice, please contact Timothea Tway, Assistant Planner in the Beverly Hills Community Development Department at 310.285.1122 or ttway@beverlyhills.org. A copy of the Draft Element is on file in the Community Development Department located at 455 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, California 90210, at the City’s public library, and on the City’s website at www.beverlyhills.org/housing. November 26, 2013 BYRON POPE, CMC City Clerk

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The Holidays Come To Rodeo Drive At Kick-Off Celebration In The Triangle

150,000 LIGHTS—Shermeen Greenmun, Co-Chair Holiday Lights; Ben Trodd, general manager, Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel; Mr. Kringle; Ice Bulb Ice Artist, Jim Jahant, Rodeo Drive Committee president; Vincent Mirisch; Mayor John Mirisch; and Bill Wiley, director of Two Rodeo Drive flip ice switch to turn on 150,000 lights. Ice artists, rocking holiday tunes, Mr. Kringle, the Beverly Hills High School Band and a blizzard of snowy confetti lit up the night with joy for the season.

CONFETTI SNOW—Chloe Hobbs and Ann Marie Hobbs share a smile under a blizzard of confetti

ICE ARTISTS— Artists from Ice Bulb carved a holiday scene, including a giant switch to turn on the lights

CITY COUNCIL—Vice Mayor Lili Bosse, Councilmembers Julian Gold and Nancy Krasne

MR. KRINGLE—An edgy, stylish Mr. Kringle took over 600 photographs with children.

ICE CARVING—Ice Bulb ice artists complete the final piece, a giant switch to turn on 150,000 lights on Rodeo Drive, officially illuminating the 2013 Holiday Season.

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B E V E R LY H I L L S M A I N N E W S HELPING VICTIMS— El Rodeo School's “Feel for the Philippines, Coins for Compassion” ServiceLearning Project reached out to the entire school community to collect spare change, bills and checks for the survivors of the typhoon. Pictured are 6th grade students (from left): Bottom row: Cole Parker, Quincy Smith, Roy Friedman, and Rebekah Sheff; Top row: Ryan Fernandez, Brooke Balson, Ian MacDonald, Celine Albarian,Penelope LaPaglia,Ella Deimling, Rebecca Harooni, Morgan Hatherill, Nolan Dzubak and Oliver Gower.

Small Business Saturday Supports Local Enterprises By Victoria Talbot American Express’ Small Business Saturday is tomorrow and this year, more than 70 Beverly Hills businesses will participate. The Courier together with the City and the Cham-

ber of Commerce, are encouraging shoppers join in a celebration of all that is local and Beverly Hills. Beverly Hills Mayor John Mirisch will be out and about, (see ‘SATURDAY,’ page 12)

Philippe Comes To Beverly Hills On Wilshire

PHILIPPE OPENS - Mayor John Mirisch, Chef Philippe Chow and Manny Halley, the new owner of Philippe in Beverly Hills and CEO of Imani Entertainment Group (IEG) management and music publishing celebrate the opening of the restaurant.

By Victoria Talbot Philippe held its grand opening in Beverly Hills Thursday night. The upscale Chinese restaurant features the cuisine of Chef Philippe Chow including the Peking duck and chicken satay that made Chow famous. After shuttering its Melrose operation a year ago, the eatery has chosen this new locale with its signature minimalist black-red-and-white interior reframing an otherwise sleepy section of Wilshire in East Beverly Hills where Maison Maurice once resided. With five locations on the east coast, a false start in WeHo will hopefully be offset by the trendy new hip-hop – ownership that promises to be a Beverly Hills draw. Philippe Chow is already an established (see ‘PHILIPPE,’ page 12)

TURKEY DAY—Vice Mayor Lili Bosse (right) enjoyed Thanksgiving dining this week with members of the Beverly Hills Active Adult Club at its annual Thanksgiving Luncheon hosted by the Beverly Hills Firefighters Association. She is pictured with Elly Newton (left) and Stella Horwit.

Commission OK’s Medical Overlay For 8767 Wilshire Blvd. By Victoria Talbot After years of litigation, 8767 Wilshire Boulevard, L.P. and the City of Beverly Hills have entered into a settlement

premiere of composer Brendan McBrien’s “Autumn Legend” a classical composition specially dedicated to the BV orchestra.

“It is a whimsical peace that reflects the carefree feeling of fall,” described BV Orchestra Director Katina Vallens. (see ‘CONCERT,’ page 18)

MODEL UN TEAM HONORED—Members of the BHHS Model UN team (from left): Danny Park, Theron Herd, Justin Kim, Sam Schwartz, Luca Amato, Rachel Eshtiaghpour, Richard Liu and Andy Park competed at the BruinMUN Conference at UCLA last month. Park and Kim earned an honorable mention in their committee which discussed the proliferation of small arms and a revision of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons. Schwartz and Amato also earned honorable mention in their committee which discussed chemical weapon safety in Syria and the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons. The team will compete next in Manhattan Beach at the LAIMUN Conference Dec. 7 and will host its own conference sometime in February.

Funeral Services Held For Charity Activist Habalow

Mona K. Habalow

By John L. Seitz Services were recently held at Mt. Sinai Memorial Park for Mona K. Habalow, who died earlier this month. Born in 1948, the local charity activist was born and raised in Fort Smith, Arkansas, before graduating from Southern Methodist University in Dallas. She then launched her career as a flight attendant for American Airlines, and, prior to her death, had been invited to become a member of

the 100 Countries-and-7 Continents Association. She met her investment banker husband Sander Habalow at the 1985 Kentucky Derby and the couple married two years later. The Habalows moved to the Beverly Hills area shortly thereafter and she became active in a number of charities including The Maple Counseling Center and UCLA’s Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior.

(see ‘MEDICAL,’ page 18)

PUMPKIN PRINCESS— Princess in a 10-pound, 1-1/2year-old, pumpkin pie colored mini-poodle. Saved from a shelter, she is spayed and up to date on all her shots. Those interested in giving this sweet and spicy girl a loving home may call Shelter Hope Pet Shop at 805-379-3538. Or, consider making room at your table this holiday season to feed and foster a dog in need until they find their forever home. Contact info@ShelterHopePetShop.org to volunteer!

Beverly Vista Winter Concert To Boast World Premiere Classical Composition Autumn Legend By Laura Coleman As part of this year’s Beverly Vista Winter Concert, scheduled for 7 p.m. on Thursday, students will perform the world

agreement that, as approved, will allow for a medical overly, an auto showroom, expanded restaurant space and a

Board Of Education Approves First Interim Budget By Laura Coleman The Board of Education unanimously voted to approve the state-mandated 2013/14 first interim budget with a pos-

itive certification at Tuesday night’s formal meeting. The $57.9 million budget, to be submitted to the Los Angeles (see ‘BUDGET,’ page 18)

BOOK SIGNING –Beverly Hills Manners' Lisa Gache (right) held a book signing reception at Monsieur Marcel on Canon Drive for her 24 Karat Etiquette: Golden Rules From The World's Most Glamorous Zip Code. She is pictured with local resident Jill Mazursky.

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BEVERLY HILLS COURIER | NOVEMBER 29, 2013 Page 5 ROBERT IGER HONORED–Chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company received the 2013 John Wooden Global Leadership Award from the UCLA Anderson School of Management, at the Beverly Hilton last Thursday. The award honors exemplary leadership, community, ideals and knowledge. (L-R) Marion (Mrs. John) Anderson, Robert Iger, Judy Olian, Dean of the Anderson School of Management

TALK OF TOWN—ABCs President Gloria Gebbia, honorees Robert Wagner, Ann-Margret, Roseann and Bill Patterson and JWCI Chairman Patrick Wayne (son of John Wayne) Associates for Breast and Prostate Cancer Studies, (ABCs), hosted its 24th annual, star-studded Talk of the Town black-tie gala at The Beverly Hilton last Saturday. The gala raised funds for breast and prostate cancer research at John Wayne Cancer Institute (JWCI) at St. John’s Health Center.

American Airlines Launches First U.S. Airbus A321

Help A Homeless Pet This Season By Victoria Talbot At The Courier, we encourage readers to adopt a pet every week in the hopes that

(see ‘AIRBUS,’ page 19)

Far left, Dr. Joseph and Rachel Bussel in the 1960s in Davis, Calif., and left, 50 years later:

USC Roski Is Now USC Roski School Of Art And Design

Gayle and Edward Roski

By Steve Simmons The USC Roski School of Fine Arts has received approval to change its name to the USC Roski School of Art and Design. USC Roski Dean Erica Muhl explained: “The new name represents a subtle yet momentous shift in how our students identify themselves and their work within contemporary visual culture. Tailoring ‘Fine Arts’ to ‘Art’ re-

flects an expanded definition of contemporary art practice, inclusive of traditional and new media.” The addition of “Design” to the name of the school recognizes the longstanding impact of the design area within USC Roski. It also celebrates the successes of a close-knit network of alumni whose professional specialties range

Longtime Beverly Hills Couple Celebrates Golden Anniversary Dr. Joseph and Rachel Bussel moved to Beverly Hills in 1982, they say, to provide their three children the best public

(see ‘ROSKI,’ page 19)

Mottek, Fisher, Dobson Host Opening Of New City Club On Bunker Hill ca Tower) on Saturday. No longer on Bunker Hill, the project of ClubCorp joins the fabled California Club and Jonathan Club in the heart of the financial district at Sixth and Flower.

ClubCorp is the largest owner and operator of proprietary private clubs in the world. Its properties include the Firestone Country Club (Akron, Ohio); Mission Hills (see ‘CITY CLUB,’ page 20)

schooling in the country (Beverly High was then ranked seventh in the country). (see ‘BUSSELS,’ page 19)

TABLETOP ART— Janice Jerde won the tabletop setting competition at last month’s Beverly Hills Women’s Club event, “Fall Follies: A Visit to Chateau de Grand-Luce” featuring interior designer Timothy Corrigan who discussed his book on restoring the French national landmark to its full glory with antique-filled rooms and lush gardens. From left are Jean Loew, Corrigan, Jerde and BHHS Women’s Club president Mumsey Nemiroff. Photo by Maxine Picard.

NEW HOME—The City Club on Bunker Hill celebrated the opening of it new location atop the City National Bank tower Saturday. Taking part in the ribbon cutting were (from left): Larry Ahlquist, general manager; Joe Zanetta; Don Mullane, former chair; Julia Sanchez; Christina Karagias, Frank Sanchez, chairman of the board; Patricia Phillips, former chairman; Dr. Natalie Sanders, Dr. Alfred Forrest, Helen Hernandez, Daniel Park, Denise Anthony, Danny Li, Marlene Granderson and Faye Washington.

By Chuck Ashman Special to The Courier Downtown Los Angeles’ City Club on Bunker Hill opened its $10 million new home atop the City National Bank tower (ex-Bank of Ameri-

(see ‘PETS,’ page 19)

ROTARY’S USC/UCLA RIVALRY LUNCHEON–Susan Berk (center), president of the Rotary Club of Beverly Hills, ventured downtown to the J. W. Marriott to attend LA5 Rotary Club’s USC/UCLA Rivalry event where she is greeted by John Robinson (left), former Trojan head coach, and Tommy Hawkins, sports broadcaster and former L.A. Laker. Photo by William A. Kidston

By Victoria Talbot The Airbus A321 Transcontinental aircraft has arrived and the first carrier with fully lieflat First and Business class seats, the most comfortable intercontinental flight in America, is American Airlines. American plans to begin flights between New York and Los Angeles in January and New York - San Francisco flights in March. The Airbus 321 is also equipped with AMERICAN AIRLINES WELCOMES LIE-FLAT SER- Main Cabin Extra seating, giving passengers VICE AND LEG ROOM—The Airbus A321 six extra inches of legroom. Every seat features Transcontinental begins service between New York and in-seat entertainment including 200 movies, Los Angeles in January; SFO and New York in March.

one of these homeless animals will receive a forever home from one of our readers.

East West Bank Tops In United Way HomeWalk Fundraiser By Laura Coleman East West Bank raised over $36,000 to fight homelessness at last weekend’s 2013 United

Way HomeWalk 5k Run/Walk. Out of over 400 teams, the East West Bank team was the top (see ‘EAST WEST,’ page 19)

GEORGE CHRISTY

George Christy Host Will Arnett

Women’s Guild president Lorette Gross

Gala co-chair Barbara Herman

tadores arrived and confronted the naked, warwhooping Indians at La Cienega, which was a swamp. The first landowner was a woman, Maria Rita Valdez de Villa, who birthed eight daughters.

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o authenticate the documentary, we tracked down hundreds of residents, and while we only use brief minutes from our hours, we plan for the full interviews to appear on the Internet and the Social Network. The City was incorporated in 1914, after oil wildcatters like LeAnn Rimes perHonoree Dr. Robert Burton Green found formed McKenna Jr. with wife Kathy water instead of oil. With water, they realized they endy’s a loyal friend of could build a city. And longstanding, and her generous so it was.” Honorees Lauren Shuler-Donner and Dick Donner contributions with time and with Wendy Howard Goldberg, chair of the annual urton’s daughter financial support to our local Women’s Guild of Cedars-Sinai Gala at the Beverly charities are forever ongoing. Dolly Green entertained Wilshire, which fetched $1.1 million. Son John Mirisch is our smart with grand black-tie dinand popular Beverly Hills mayor, ners serving the best son Richard Mirisch is a film white Burgundies, red producer, and daughter Amanda Bordeaux and Louis Roederer’s vintage Rosé f only … if only Los good doctor Rob expressed Goldberg’s a bestselling novelist. immense thanks for the Husband Leonard Goldberg has Champagnes. Angeles had other nights like Women’s Guild recent $20 mila huge hit with Blue Bloods starthis. A Gala benefiting a noble hen Dolly was lion campaign to fund the ring Tom Selleck that rocks the charity, with 500 guests seated gifted with monopromptly at 7 PM in the ball- Cedars-Sinai Lung Institute. boat on Friday nights for CBS. In grammed doggie dishes Overall, the group has raised truth, Wendy’s a great wife, room of The Beverly Wilshire. for her three German more than $40 million for the mother, friend, and impressively Tributes to honorees, a threereliable when we need modest Shepherds, she sighed course dinner, entertainment by hospital. that the dishes for her medical advice. LeAnn Rimes. And home by loved ones were better endy Goldberg prom9:10 PM. Unheard of, and not a than winning a million ised a knife in my side if Dick t the Gala, we met Parker wishful dream. The evening dollars. God forbid, and I didn’t agree to accept this Young, the latest addition to The fetched $1.1 million. Hollywood Icon Award,” chided Beverly Wilshire’s banquet divi- however, if you mentioned that the dogs his being the annual honoree Lauren Shuler-Donner, sion that’s under the aegis of passed wind during her whose films ( X-Men , etc.) have catering manager James Women’s Guild of Cedars-Sinai glamorous fetes. “My grossed $4 billion worldwide. Cutfield, a born gentleman. A Gala chaired by Wendy Howard dogs don’t fart,” she’d Goldberg and co-chair Barbara Dick’s films (Lethal Weapon, lookalike for Ryan Reynolds etc,) top the billion bucks cate(Canadians both), young Parker scold. But, dear Dolly, Herman, teamed with Women’s gory as well. Gerard Butler preconfesses falling in love with the they did. Often. Guild president Lorette Gross. sented the award. hospitality business. The funds support the Women’s f you enjoyed The Guild Simulation Center for Artist , which won the ig thanks to Wendy, t our table were The Advanced Clinical Skills. Barbara and Lorette for their cre- Courier’s Marcia Hobbs, realtor Oscar for Best Picture in 2011 with Jean ost Will Arnett intro- ative planning that allowed the Valerie Fitzgerald, beauty Dujardin voted Best duced UCLA’s gospel choir, har- crowd to hit the road early. Suzanne Hertselder, the assisActor, you’ll love the Years ago, when Tom Pollock tant for Danny Kaye through the monizing on Motown hits before merry romp of an opera was acclaimed by the National years. Her mate, Phil Savenick, the dinner of short ribs. Medical at the L.A. Music Center. Visionary honoree Dr. Robert Conference of Christians and discussed his documentary, Maverick director Barrie Kosky’s McKenna Jr. was acknowledged Jews, he admitted concern about Beverly Hills: 100 Years, 100 production of a late night of speeches, etc. At Stories, that he’s producing for fantastical by Dr. Paul Noble for his pioMozart’s The Magic Flute is not the start of the evening, Tom release in January to celebrate neering success with lung disto be missed, even though you ease and thoracic surgery. The stood before the crowd and Beverly Hills’ centenary. may not understand everything. vowed that if the program didn’t end by 9:30, he’d chase us all ur history dates back The kaleidoscopic multi-media out. to 1769 when Spanish conquis- fun calls for bringing the family Page 6 | November 29, 2013

Presenter Gerard Butler

… especially theatrically and musically inclined youngsters, who’ll experience a thrill for a lifetime. Performances run on and off through Dec. 15.

arry’s production, which is the US premiere, surprises as a heady rendezvous of silent film styles, Buster Keaton and Louise Brooks and Nosferatu, Weimar cabaret, Disney-ish cartoons, cats, dogs, butterflies, spiders, with live action animation designed by Paul Barritt and Suzanne Andrade. Singers Lawrence Brownlee, Janai Brugger, Erica Miklosa, Evan Boyer, Rodio Pogossov, Rodell Rose were cheered and cheered by opening nighters. As if to say, “Who could ask for anything more!”

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Soprano Janai Brugger and tenor Lawrence Brownlee were cheered during the opening night of LA Opera’s fantastical production of Mozart’s The Magic Flute

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Fashion News & Notes Going to The Grove today to do some Black Friday shopping and to enjoy the sumptuous holiday decorations or visit Santa? Stop by The Children’s Place to browse and take advantage of their special offer --- a Bath and Body Works limited edition tote with 7 products included, worth

$100, offered at $20 with a $40 purchase of sale items.

Beauty Briefs ELEMENTAL HERBOLOGY has a series of products for thirsty skin, whether you have been sunning in Hawaii or cuddling close to the radiator on these cold nights at home. Starting with the Moisture Replenish Kit, containing travel sizes of Purify & Soothe Cleansing Balm, Cell Plumping Facial Moisturizer, Facial Glow Radiance peel, and Facial Souffle Overnight Cream priced at $60. There are two more great products in the same line which you will want in full sizes. Facial Soufflé offers intensive hydration for dry complexions and is full of macadamia, jojoba, and argan oils, plus marine collagen, white calendula and aloe to lift and

repair sun damage or wrinkles at $76. Botanical Body Repair is a luxurious body oil with a host of hydrating oils at $48. Their Earth Balance Body Infusion Massage Oil and Fire Zest Infusion Massage Oil ---each offered at $49 --will be helpful to enhance a massage and overcome feelings of holiday or travel lethargy. All available at www.elementalherbologyus.com Two products from JOHN MASTERS for winter weatherproofing. The first is Cacao & Cupuacu Hand & Body Butter which retails at $32 and Lip Calm which retails at $6 and can be ordered from johnmasters.com

KELLY AND WILLIE—Kelly Wearstler hosted a NKLA (No Kill Los Angeles) event on Nov. 19. Photo by Donato Sardella/ Wire Image NKLA brought six dogs, two of which were adopted. Anne Mejia, Best Friends (creator of NKLA) board member, attended the event and was hosting guests around the shop as well as introducing them to the four-legged pups that scampered throughout the boutique. Approximately 10 dogs attended the event including Rigby, Kelly’s other adopted family dog.

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Page 10 | November 29, 2013 STEM VISIT—Beverly Hills Unified Superintendent Gary Woods (pictured) went with STEM TOSA Alexis Crane and Jennifer Tedford to attend the inaugural state STEM conference in Sacramento this week. Woods told The Courier it was an “exciting experience” where he reconnected with State Superintendent, Tom Torlakson and solidified the district’s position as a STEM school district. “We also attended a number of sessions and heard some terrific keynote speeches with Geena Davis and Kareem Abdul Jabbar, to name a few speakers, on various STEM/STEAM programs, which taught us a great deal and inspired us to continue to move forward with our STEM programs,” Woods said. “A key take-away from the conference is that we are on the right path in our focus on K-12 STEM programs. We have the best curriculum and materials in place, and we have terrific teachers who will present at this conference next year.”

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The Courier: What was your trajectory that led up to you becoming part of the Beverly Hills Board of Education? Noah Margo: Originally I was a graduate from the school system here, both Beverly Vista and the high school. I had moved away for college, and thought that I had gone the way of the dodo as far as Beverly Hills was concerned. Then the opportunity presented itself to come back with the family and put the kids through schools here. A year-and-a-half after I got back I started getting interested in what was going on. I knew a lot of people on the board. Steve Fenton was somebody who was kind of instrumental in talking me back into the City and he was on the board at the time and I got to know Dr. [Brian] Goldberg and I got involved in PTAs. And I had a history as a school teacher; I was an L.A. Unified school teacher for ten years. After that, I think it was the 2011 election, I went to the [candidate] forum at City Hall, I think it was the PTA Council Forum, and I saw the four candidates, and I thought, “I’ve got to do this. I don’t think we have people with the right skills set to fill that seat.” The Courier: Can you elaborate on your professional experience. Margo: I was a teacher of an elementary school 4th grade, I taught for eight years. I was a long-term sub for two years prior to that and that gave me a very strong foundation on that side of the educational system. Then becoming a parent gives you another side of the educational system, getting involved in booster clubs and foundations. All of my children are at Beverly Vista, 2nd, 6th and 8th. Also, ironically as a member of the Tokens we would play Foundation events

all over the country. Now I do construction, both commercial and residential construction. The Courier: How does that lend your self to the job? Margo: It helps with all the Measure E issues and understanding the process that we go through from design to bid to build. And, since I’ve done all of it on a smaller scale, but the process is the same. Just the names have been changed to protect the innocent. The Courier: What do you think right now are the most important issues confronting the board or the district? Margo: I think our district suffers from this blessing and curse syndrome. That is, it’s wonderful to be here, and it’s a wonderful experience, but we shoot ourselves in the foot so often. We make the problems bigger than they are or more dramatic than they are or sometimes we downplay problems that exist and we don’t address them because we’re kind of a gilded district. I think probably right now what plagues us the most is this blanket of legal taking precedence. We need to find a way to get the legal issues resolved, focus back on education and the children and make that the priority, but not discount the fact that we have to deal with those. Or be blind to them. We want to say we’re really not a law firm, we’re a school district, and we have to be that fist. Then we can address the issues that we have to. I think the vote to have general counsel will really help a lot of our top administrators get their focus back into the classroom. That is one of the reasons I have been supportive of that. The Courier: What have been the greatest board accomplishments since you started serving? Margo: Well, this endowment I think is terrific and monumental. And it took years and years of hard work from my

predecessors before me, but I can count myself in for the last couple of years of really watching what we spend and minimizing wasteful expenditures so that we can build up a large enough endowment to have it done in one fell swoop. The Courier: Are there issues that are forefront in your mind as goals for this year? Margo: I’d love to get a shovel in the ground this year. That would be nice. The Courier: Outside of Horace Mann? Margo: Anywhere. A shovel in the ground anywhere would be great. But yes, Horace Mann would be a goal and this is what everything was geared up for. The auditorium was kind of a pilot program in our Measure E spending but Horace Mann is exactly what we’re supposed to be doing with that money. I look forward to seeing that through to its beginning. I won’t probably be around for the end of it, but at least seeing it get started and get started successfully. The Courier: What other goals do you have? Margo: My goal is getting back to basics. Improving the morale of the district. Because we hear from everybody that morale is down. Nobody tells us why or they’re not specific or they’re not telling us who, because they say the staff morale is down. Okay, what staff? Are they talking about every employee in the district or are they talking about one school site? It needs to be addressed. I want to make sure that our administrators, teachers, faculty, everybody has the tools they need to get the job done successfully. Now, a good teacher doesn’t really need any tools to do the job successfully. All they need is students that are willing to learn. So if we give them that, everything else follows; everything else is an enhancement. Your iPads, your new textbooks, are an en-

FRIAR’S CHARITABLE FOUNDATION SUPPORTS LUPUS L.A.—Members of the Friars Charitable Foundation attended the recent 11th annual Lupus LA Hollywood Bag Ladies Luncheon at The Beverly Wilshire. Woman of Achievement Honorees included Janice Wallace, wife of Dr. Daniel J. Wallace, founder of Lupus LA, and Dorothy, Kelly and Sharon Stone. From left are foundation members Linda Schwartz, Fran Zigman, Joey Freed, Wallace, Marilyn Stambler, Friars Charitable Foundation president, and Lissa Roth Harrison. Photo by Maxine Picard

hancement. A teacher can teach somebody in a circle on the grass and pass out books and a pencil and pad and you can teach anybody anything. So I think there’s too much emphasis on the next new thing, the next new program, the next new evolution in education. I think we need to get back a little bit to basics so that our teachers can teach with or without those implementations. The Courier: What do you think is the role of the president on the board? Margo: Well, I’m supposed to say, “Facilitate the meetings.” The Courier: You’re supposed to say this as per whom? Margo: No, that’s just what’s been said year after year, that’s what they said, to kind of run the meetings. My vote means the same. In fact, [outgoing Board President] Mr. [Jake] Manaster’s view of it was that he never wanted his vote to be the deciding one. He would always want there to be some sort of consensus before it got to him. There would have been three on anything, whether yes or no, before it got to him so he wouldn’t have to be the deciding vote. That didn’t always happen. I know the frustration when you’re the deciding vote on those issues because you’re the last vote. No matter what, the president becomes the deciding vote. I hope in my year to help reset the tone. People have been down on certain areas of the district. I just want them to see a little more light. I don’t want our problems to define us, I want our successes to define us. The Courier: What qualities did you most admire in Jake Manaster as president? Margo: His knowledge of the district and the City was pretty unmatched by most of us. Dr. Goldberg was pretty remarkable as well, because I served under him as well. I

think they both bring so much to the dais. So what they know and what they’ve experienced – part of it because they just have the years – and part of it is because they do their homework. So I kind of have tried to emulate that in my two years on the board. It’s a mixture of instinct and doing your homework. The Courier: Do you have a philosophy that will govern your leadership style? Margo: My friend used to always say in high school when I had a tough time making a decision, “Do what you feel is right, my son.” That was seventeen year olds giving each other advice – Do what you feel is right. But I also had the opportunity to meet [Gen. Norman] Schwartzkopff in my travels several years ago. He gave advice in his lecture, he was the keynote speaker, he said to everybody the most important thing about leading is to lead. Make a decision - what you feel is the right thing, and lead. Don’t on and off. So, for me, I kind of interpret that as I point the finger at myself first. That’s what I need to do. Everybody in this district, parents, students, faculty, staff, you name it – they’ve got to point the finger at themselves first. Because we are so convoluted with people saying it’s that department’s fault, it’s that person’s fault, it’s the parent’s fault, it’s the student’s fault, it’s the teacher’s fault. It doesn’t matter whose fault you think it is if you clear the situation first. How can I fix the situation? It’s not about taking the blame – it’s saying, if it is your fault, take the blame and fix it. If it’s not your fault, lead. Take responsibility. That s our key word this year, that’s your responsibility. People have to be responsible and leaders have to lead. They have you make tough decisions an live with those decisions.

HOW DO YOU FEEL? EmbryoScope Technology Allows Baby’s First Video

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By Marta Waller After suffering two miscarriages, 38-year-old Emily and her husband, John turned to InVitro Fertilization to help them realize their dreams of becoming parents. The couple began their journey with a sense of renewed purpose and hope at

Southern California Reproductive Center in Beverly Hills under the care of the practice co-founder, Dr. Hal Danzer. They were thrilled when they learned Emily was pregnant, but lost the baby at 5-months because of a genetic disorder. The couple were devastated by

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the loss and beginning to believe they would never be parents. Then Dr. Danzer suggested using the EmbryoScope for Emily’s next cycle of IVF. One of the most innovative new technologies available in fertility treatment, the high-tech EmbryoScope is an incubator with a built-in camera/computer system that produces time-lapse images of the developing embryo every 20 minutes, from fertilization through blastocyst, when the embryo is ready for transfer to the uterus. This pioneering technique allows embryo cell division to be viewed on a monitor in real time, capturing potentially critical moments in development from the beginning of life. The FDA-approved EmbryoScope provides continuous image capture for every embryo. These are recorded as a video, allowing embryos to be monitored fully so doctors can gather all the details that emerge during the first days of their development. Unlike traditional IVF incubators, the delicate embryos are never removed from the EmbryoScope. This allows doctors to compile information about the embryos without ever

With the launch of the Translational Biomedical Imaging Lab (TBIL), investigators at The Saban Research Institute of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) and their colleagues at USC moved closer to a day when disease can be treated before symptoms become apparent. TBIL, a combination of technology and intellectual infrastructure, brings together a team of interdisciplinary scientists to leverage strengths across disciplines and campuses. TBIL is an interdisciplinary collaboration that combines dynamic imaging equipment, including a state-of-the-art laser scanning microscope, with an intellectual infrastructure of optical physicists, computer scientists, translational researchers and clinicians. This combination of interdisciplinary expertise and equipment capable of imaging at the molecular level, will allow an unprecedented view of congenital conditions and disease states before symptoms are apparent. Along with this view into the beginnings of compromised health, comes the capability to intervene at the earliest possible time—before outward signs of the condition or symptoms of the disease. “Imaging has become the Rosetta stone of research by allowing investigators access to disease at the most basic, molecular level,” said Scott Fraser, Ph.D., provost professor of Biological Sciences, Biomedical Engineering and Pediatrics, and TBIL co-director. “TBIL provides equipment and trained talent to accelerate the trajectory of scientific discovery from the bench to the bassinette to the bedside.” Fraser shares co-directing responsibilities with Rex Moats, Ph.D., of The Saban Research Institute. With TBIL resources, an investigator can follow the cells of a developing organ and see when and how a congenital defects occurs—providing an opportunity to intervene and change the outcome. The cost of congenital defects is significant—both in terms of human potential and healthcare dollars. Heart defects are the most common birth defects in the U.S., affecting approx-

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END OF AN ERA—Former Superintendent Kenneth Peters, who passed away this week at 98, has is name enshrined on the Beverly Hills High School auditorium, known as the Kenneth Peters Auditorium.

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‘The Greatest of The Greatest Generation.’” In addition to being a legendary educator and administrator, Peters was also a WWII veteran, professional baseball player with the St. Louis Cardinals, and actor in such films as Mutiny On The Bounty and Death On The Diamond. As principal of Beverly Hills High School he introduced the first driver’s

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Americans the opportunity to celebrate two of the most culturally significant, and delicious, holidays in tandem last night. Potatoes got fried into traditional Hanukkah latkes and mashed into the familiar Thanksgiving side. The nation’s carnivores consumed in excess of a

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shopping and greeting merchants and shoppers in a spirit of unity to support small businesses. This holiday season, The Courier invites you to “think small,” and join us in supporting our local community. Because despite its world-famous trademark, Beverly Hills is still a small town where people really care. Small Business Saturday began in 2010 as a counterpart to Black Friday and Cyber Monday during the busiest shopping season of the year. Conceived by American Express, the event is celebrated every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. #SmallBusinessSaturday and #ShopSmall are the hashtags where you can share your experience with people all over America.

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celebrity hangout on the Upper East Side in New York, in Miami and in Mexico City. The new location with partner Stratis Morfogen and Philippe Chow is just a few blocks from Mr. Chow’s restaurant – a coup which does not go

training program in California and as Superintendent brought foreign language curriculum to the elementary schools. He was given the “USC Rossier Alumni Lifetime Achievement” award for his contributions to the field of education and “The Trojan Baseball Alumni Association Lifetime Achievement” award. “Certainly one of his greatest accomplishments was the mark he left on BHUSD,” Craig Peters said.

half-billion pounds of turkey. and were lit for the first time this year. Tonight Jews all over the world will light the second Hanukkah candle on Menorahs (i.e. Hanukkiahs) in the eight-night Festival of Lights celebration to commemorate the success of the Maccabees over 2,000 years ago in Jerusalem to allow Jews to worship without persecution. Our local merchants are vital to a strong community and with our reader’s participation the City will remain strong. Participation strengthens local community and helps to drive business to our local vendors, said Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce spokesperson. “More than 50 percent of all dollars spent at local small businesses stays within the community and helps to provide services needed to keep Beverly Hills strong and healthy.” Register your American Express card online at ShopSmall.com from midnight, Nov. 24 to 11:59 p.m. MST on Nov. 30 and receive a one-time $10 statement credit for any single transaction with your registered AmEx card. (Enrollment is limited.) Visit Shop Small.com for details. Only in-store transactions apply. unnoticed in the biz, since Michael Chow just won a $1 million lawsuit against Philippe for “unfair competition by deceptive conduct” and false advertising. The new digs at 8620 Wilshire Blvd. will feature the same menu that made waves on the East in a sleek, contemporary ambiance. Bon Appetite!

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On Helping A Stessed Friend, Babies On Facebook Q. Dear Dr. Fran: My best friend is married with three children and works full time as a law office administrator. She often says she is over her head tired and overwhelmed with her life. We rarely get to see each other because of her schedule. I want to do something special for her to let her know I get it and support her. Any suggestions? Jennifer L. A. Dear Jennifer: You are an awesome friend. I treat many women like your friend who are stretched to their limit. Here a some ideas for how you can show your love and support. 1. Offer to take your friend’s three children for the weekend so she and her husband can have a “surprise” fun weekend away (or in town). This will surely bring a smile to your friend’s face and heart. She will likely want to reciprocate one day when you’re overwhelmed. 2. When your friend complains she is exhausted from working full time, parenting, and holding her husband’s needy hand, surprise her with a warm home-cooked meal you personally deliver to her home. She will be eternally grateful. 3. Reach out to your friend’s husband and together make arrangements for him to watch the kids while you snatch your friend away for a spa day. She’ll return home nourished, nurtured, and relaxed with more to give her family waiting for her. 4. When your friend moans that she wishes she could give

Dr. Fran Walfish Answers Your Questions her kids more one-one-one attention, offer to feed two of her three kids dinner while she takes one solo out to “Special Time Dinner with Mom.” Your kids will love the company of hers and you will be injecting chicken soup into the veins of the child who gets solo individual time with Mommy. Of course, you will have to do this three different times to even the scale and give each one of her children a turn. 5. If your friend is a gardenia or rose lover don’t just buy her a a bouquet. Go online and find the service that “Names A Flower” for your friend. They will send her the seeds to plant in her backyard and she will grow the flowers or rose brand with her name on it. Q. Dear Dr. Fran, I see more and more parents setting up accounts on Facebook and other social media pages for their children (under age 13 down to infancy and sometimes while their child is yet in utero). I find this not only disturbing, but alarming. I feel it is an exploitation of a minor who doesn’t have the ability to comprehend what their parent is doing with such pages. What are the repercussions for the children whose par-

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imately 40,000 babies each year. The Centers for Disease Control estimate that nearly one million adults in the U.S. are living with a congenital heart defect and the annual cost of hospitalization exceeds $1 billion. “With the joint recruitment of Dr. Scott Fraser to Children’s Hospital and USC, we have been able to put this amazing imaging resource in place,” said Brent Polk, M.D., director of The Saban Research Institute, chairman of Pediatrics and vice dean for Child Health at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. “TBIL will help accelerate both the diagnosis and treatment of health issues that have significant impact on children and the adults they will become.” During the launch event at The Saban Research Institute, attendees traveled around the building, accessing the various spaces that constitute TBIL, including:

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disturbing their environment. David Hill, Ph.D., scientific director at SCRC says the EmbryoScope offers the most remarkable view of human life at its very first stages. “Technology is in its infancy, but it shows great promise as a non-invasive method of embryo evaluation and selection.” The Embryoscope eliminates the need for removing the embryos from the incubator which increases the chances of pregnancy, as there is no need to handle the embryos or interfere with the environment and climate. Emily underwent another cycle of IVF, hopeful this time doctors would be able to minimize the possibility of

ents have accounts set up for them? Sarah B. A. Dear Sarah: I completely agree with you. Every human-being, living or deceased, has the right to privacy. In my profession, patients even after they die have the right to confidentiality. Children are defenseless. While many parents who post photos and set up accounts on Facebook and other social media pages have good intentions, they not only breach the privacy rights of their children, but also risk angry repercussions and a breach in trust from their kids when they’re grown. Many also gamble the possibility of hurting and irritating their childless friends and colleagues. Not always, but often, the parents who put their children on social media for the world to see view their tiny tots as an extension of themselves. This is a bit of a narcissistic trait. “You know, I am great because I created this child of greatness.” Not to mention that Facebook will become and already is another web-based venue for sexual predators fishing for jailbait. Giving out personal information is dangerous. My best motto: ”When in doubt lay out.”

Dr. Fran Walfish–Beverly Hills psychotherapist and author of The Self-Aware Parent at www.DrFranWalfish.com. Send questions to franwalfish@gmail .com.

• The“Collaboratory”—interaction space with high resolution video and video conferencing capabilities. • Live Imaging Lab—with a multispectral, multi-photon microscope for high-resolution imaging of living specimens. • High Speed Microscopy Lab—offering high-speed, volumetric imaging. At the launch event, the inter-institutional collaboration was highlighted by the attendance of Polk, Elizabeth Garrett, JD, USC provost, and Carmen Puliafito, M.D., MBA, dean of USC’s Keck School of Medicine. “Reaching across campuses, we continue to invest in the intellectual convergence of medicine, chemistry and engineering to improve clinical care for children in our community,” said Garrett. “USC and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles are committed to developing world-class research facilities such as TBIL that provide flexibility for our faculty to collaborate as they address complex health problems,” he added. abnormalities before the embryo transfer. “We retrieved four eggs during Emily’s cycle, and fertilized them with John’s sperm. They were placed in the EmbryoScope where we could watch each cell division. This allowed us to select the embryo we believed had the best chance of developing into a healthy pregnancy,” says Dr. Danzer. Emily and John waited for the pregnancy test to come back, and were elated when it was positive. Today, Emily is 6-months pregnant with a healthy baby. Sitting with John in their home in Beverly Hills, Emily says of the EmbryoScope. “It’s like having a high-end baby sitter for our embryo. It’s getting the best care possible in the best situation.”

ARTS & E N T E RTA I N M E N T Jennifer Lawrence Is Reason To

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See Entertaining Hunger Games Hunger Games-Catching Fire stars Jennifer Lawrence, Stanley Tucci, Woody Harrelson, Donald Sutherland, Jennifer Lawrence, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hensworth and Jennifer Lawrence. Young Jennifer is the reason to see anything coming your way in cinema today. She is a major star and deserving of every accolade heaped upon her. A perfect depiction of the “girl next door,” Lawrence is the most apropos spokesperson for young America and the reason she is sought after by every talk show and motion-picture producer. This latest incarnation of the Hunger Games quartet is two-plus hours long and will amass a fortune before you can say “Warren

Jerry Cutler on Film Buffett.” Is it memorable? No. Is it terrific entertainment? Yes, thanks mostly to the aforementioned Jennifer Lawrence. I saw the last film and enjoyed it promptly forgetting about it the next day. This “Hunger Games” seamlessly opens where the last one left off. Problem is, I hadn’t the foggiest notion where that was. It didn’t matter as I enjoyed this production with its glitzy costumes, special effects and nefarious characters. It, like its predecessor, finished abruptly. Now, a couple of days later, even if you threatened me with bodily harm, I would not be able to tell you exactly how it ended. I would hope that Lionsgate, like the TV shows, recaps the previous showing so that it might jog my memory. If it doesn’t, I’m sure I will enjoy it just as much. Incidentally, accruing so much box office revenue, how can it still be “hungry?” 3 bagels and a shmear out of 4 Jerry Ram Cutler, The Courier’s film critic, is rabbi at Creative Arts Temple.

HISTORIC SETTING—Wilshire Boulevard Temple’s domed, Byzantinestyle sanctuary has been restored to its 1929 glory. The circular room, with a diameter of 100 feet and a ceiling height of 110 feet, seats 1,700. The sanctuary is encircled by a 320-foot mural depicting scenes of Biblical and Jewish history, painted by Hugo Ballin, a distinguished set designer at Warner Bros. Photo by Tom Bonner

LA Phil To Present Concert At Historic Wilshire Boulevard Temple Wilshire Boulevard Temple will present the L.A. Philharmonic in an 8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6 concert in the temple’s newly restored historic sanctuary at 3663 Wilshire Blvd. Celebrating its 94th year, the orchestra has a history of presenting concerts in its diverse

community at schools, churches and neighborhood centers. The Temple, a fixture of Wilshire Boulevard since 1929 and on the National Register of Historic Places, has restored its sanctuary with the intention of (see ‘TEMPLE,’ page 15)

Musical fireworks will ignite the streets of Hollywood as the 2013 – 82nd Hollywood Christmas Parade Benefiting Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, presented by Associated Television International and the city of Los Angeles, kicks off on Sunday at 5 p.m. with a concert before the parade featuring performances by Stevie Wonder, LeAnn Rimes, Billy Ray Cyrus, William Shatner, Kenny Loggins, Daughtry, The Goo Goo Dolls, Richie Sambora, The McLain Sisters, Ace Young and Diane DeGarmo, Olate Dogs and Glee Club Australia. Viewing for the concert and parade will be available in special reserved seating in the Red Carpet blanketed grand-stand area on the “live set” on Hollywood Boulevard in front of the historic TCL Chinese Theatres, where Associated Television International will tape the parade for a nationwide primetime television event, premiering as a two-hour special on the Hallmark Channel on Wednesday, Dec. 11, followed by an airing on the Hallmark (see ‘PARADE,’ page 15)

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Movie Channel on Friday, Dec. 20. The parade will travel on a U-shaped 3.2 mile route throughout Hollywood, starting at Orange Street and Hollywood Boulevard, traveling east onto Hollywood Boulevard turning south onto Vine Street, and then traveling West onto Sunset Boulevard back to

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Orange Street. Tickets for reserved seating are $85, $65 and $45 and available at Ticketmaster, including http://www.ticketmaster.com/HCP, or chargeby-phone at 800-745-3000. All seats are reserved at the time the order is placed. There are no refunds or exchanges. For the latest updates, call 866-PARADE1 (866-727-2331) or visit www.thehollywoodchristmasparade.org.

Master Chorale Sets Two Messiah Performances

BIRTHDAY–Arnold Garcia (center), publisher of Shine on Hollywood magazine, celebrated his birthday at Byblos Mediterranean Restaurant. He is pictured with (from left): Jarvee Hutcherson, president of the Beverly Hills-based Multicultural Motion Picture Association; entertainer Asha Puthli; honoree Garcia; actress/director Mara New; and Davon Moses, managing partner of The Five Management Group in Beverly Hills. Photo by Steve Harvey

The Los Angeles Master Chorale will present two performances of Handel’s Messiah at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 15 and 22 at the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Music Director Grant Gershon will conduct 48 members of the chorus, chamber orchestra and four chorale soloists: Anna Schubert, soprano; Callista Hoffman-Campbell, mezzo soprano; John Russell, tenor and Abdiel Gonzalez, baritone. For tickets, ranging from $29-$119, and information, call 213-972-7282 or visit www.lamc.org.

ture No. 2, Tchaikovsky’s Rococo Variations for Cello and Orchestra, with cellist Gabriel Cabezas, and Dvorak’s Symphony No. 8. Music has been a hallmark of worship services at Wilshire Boulevard Temple since its inception and is rooted in ancient tradition. “For more than seven centuries the ancient temple in Jerusalem was home to an orchestra of 36 trained musicians. We carry on this tra-

dition by welcoming our beloved LA Phil to our glorious home,” says Cantor Don Gurney, head of the Temple’s liturgical musical program, who is spearheading the visit. “Now, outstanding secular music and other cultural programming will also be a regular offering to our neighbors and the extended L.A. community.” For tickets and information, visit www.wbtla.org/laphil or call 213-835-2198.

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making it a public space for community-wide cultural programming. The fundraising event, with tickets ranging from $50-$150, will benefit the temple’s Arts and Culture Fund. With conductor Antonio Mendez, the program will feature Beethoven’s Leonore Over-

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EDDIE SHAPIRO - founder and CEO of Nest Seekers, opening in Beverly Hills, will expand the company to the west coast.–

MARISA ZANUCK - Reality Star and Real Estate Star, Zanuck has ALMOST READY -The new office at 271 N Canon Dr will be ready in appeared on Million Dollar Listing and will be opening her new office January. Offices are open temporarily at 9454 Wilshire Bl. The twostory interior is designed by Zanuck’s mother-in-law, Fini Zanuck. in January on Real Estate Row.

Nest Seekers’ Eddie Shapiro Pairs With Star Broker Marisa Zanuck In New Venture By Victoria Talbot Reality star Marisa Zanuck and Eddie Shapiro, founder of Nest Seekers, are joining forces to create Nest Seekers/Zanuck International right on “Real Estate Row”in Beverly Hills . The two celebrity real estate brokers are putting the finishing touches on their new offices at 271 N. Canon Dr. Nest Seekers is an international firm boasting more than 600 agents representing properties around the globe. Zanuck has been a Beverly Hills realtor for 15 years, cutting her teeth in the busi-

ness with her across-the-street neighbor Jeff Hyland of Hilton and Hyland. “We are on good terms. He’s a good guy. He sat me down and gave me a hug,” Zanuck said affectionately of Hyland. Famously, Nest Seekers agent Ryan Serhant is one of the stars of Million Dollar Listing New York. The firm is accustomed to celebrity realtors. Zanuck spent one season on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, but has also more recently appeared on two episodes of Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles., which is more her style and Zanuck hints that

maybe viewers will see her pretty face again next season. It’s no surprise then that Zanuck and Ryan frequently partner in business. Both have a reality TV background with extensive experience in highend properties. “Ryan and I do a lot of press and deals together,” she said. “Marisa’s global market expertise, extensive experience working with high-net-worthindividuals, and her unwavering dedication to clients make her an industry leader,” said Shapiro, who founded Nest Seekers in 2002 with a strong belief in effective marketing and efficient technology providing a unique quality of service. His influence quickly spread throughout New York.

Net Seekers boasts 15 offices in Brooklyn, Long Island, The Hamptons, Miami and now Beverly Hills. When completed the Beverly Hills office expects to have 20 agents. “Every agent is a super star,” said Zanuck. “ Its all about marketing; that is Net Seekers philosophy. Net Seekers builds superstars.” The office is expected to open in January. It is actually functioning already from a satellite location. Zanuck has a full life, being the wife of producer Dean Zanuck and the mother of son Jack and daughter Darryl. She is nothing if she is not family first. In the middle of the interview she stopped to speak with her mother-in-law, Fini

Zanuck, designer of the twostory office space. Sister Jordana Bearman is the office manager and sister Leyla Blumenfeld is Zanuck’s assistant. “I pick up the kids every day after school,” she said, and “My mother-in-law is my best friend.” Hubbie Dean didn’t originally embrace the idea. “I’m a mom with three kids in grade school. Spending time 9-7 in the office every day managing other agents . . . That is whole new level of commitment.” But Zanuck prevailed. “I’m scared to fail. But being scared motivates me. If I don’t try, I’ll never know. He’s on board now. Every day he tells me, ‘I’m so proud of you.’” Zanuck will be hosting a holiday fete to celebrate her new business venture and to meet and greet local real estate professionals. Mark your calendars; you are invited on Dec. 5 at Via Alloro Beverly Hills. R.S.V.P. to 310-278-8861, JordannaB@NetSeekers.com. Beverly Hills is nothing if it isn’t famous worldwide. Now, with the right combination of celeb and savoir-faire, Shapiro and Zanuck hope to be off to a great start.

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JETS Plans Major Expansion ewish Educational Technical School, a trade school for young men 16-20, “has changed the landscape of Jewish Education today,” says Leah Perl, executive assistant. “We are taking welfare out of our youth,” says Perl. “Since not everyone is college bound or academically inclined, we train our students to be proud to become a plumber, an electrician, a refrigeration guy....etc. to be proud to make an honest living and to provide for their families.” The student body is a mix of day students from regular backgrounds who want to learn a trade, and the other half are from difficult backgrounds with ADD or learning challenged who fell trough the school system. Approximately 60 students live in the school’s dormitory, two miles away. Len Fisch, JETS founder, helped the school open in September 2005. Many of the graduates, through the school’s job-placement program went on to work for prestigious industries. Many of the alumni are now active in the school and even serve as mentors for current students. The secret to the school's success, Perl says, is that it develops a tailormade plan for each student. And there’s an active job-placement program, aided by alumni. Because of its overwhelming success and popular demand, the school has had to turn students away because of space. So the school has developed plans for a 92,00-square-foot expansion to accommodate all the students who want to attend. The Fisch College will consist of four state-of-the-art facilities that will enable Jewish youth to study and learn a wide range of practical skills to prepare them for employment and careers in the 21st century. Components will include: 1. Workshop Building: The Joyce & Stanley Black & Family Technical School will house the trade workshops. 2. Culinary Arts Building: The Academy Of Gourmet Kosher Cuisine building will be the first of its kind in the U.S. Students will get a “Kosher Quality Culinary Education” as they pursue a professional cooking career in the world of culinary arts, patisserie and baking.

Graduates will qualify to work as cooks, various different types of chefs and caterers, in a cosmopolitan dining environment, restaurants, hotels, cruise ships and private homes. Successful students will graduate with a working knowledge of culinary nutrition and fundamental management skills, proper hygiene and sanitation standards and training as a Kosher Food Specialist. The Academy will not only teach JETS students, but will open to the community for classes in the evenings. 3. The 300 Bed Dormitory Building 4. The Fitness Center and Administrative Building The campus will include: • Academy of Gourmet Kosher Cuisine • School Of Industrial Construction, Carpentry & Green Technology • School Of Plumbing & HVAC • School Of Electrical Science • School of Digital Media, Photography & Architectural Design • School of The Arts • School Of Real Estate, Business & Finance • School Of Electronic Science, IT-ICT & Computer Programming • Dept. Of Lifesaving & First Responder, EMT Aquatic Life guarding • Dept. Of GED, High School Diploma Preparation • Pool and recreation area Basketball and sports court—8,000 square feet • State-of-the-art Fitness Center • The Black Family Holocaust Memorial, with a actual railcar that transported victims to camps. • A 300-seat amphitheater • Community Center • A 500-seat synagogue • Auditorium • Banquet Hall • Academic Library JETS – Jewish Educational Technical School 16601 Rinaldi St., Granada Hills 323-708-5122 rabbiperl@jetsschool.org www.JetsSchool.org Rabbi Mayer Schmuckler, founder & dean Rabbi Sholem Perl, director of development

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County Office of Education includes, the $10 million reserve, known as the endowment. “This demonstrates that the difficult decisions that the board has had to make over the last few years has enabled us to maintain a positive certifica-

dents at BV and this is a a very special and rare connection in public education,” Principal Marty Powers told The Courier. In addition to the BV orchestra, Vallens reached out to former BV students, now at the high school, with the result that 17 BHHS students will also participate in the performance. Beverly Vista’s Winter Concert, which will feature all of BV’s instrumental groups, will take place at the school at 7 p.m. on Thursday Dec. 5. tion with the county and enabled us to plan our budgets for the next three years,” said boardmember Brian Goldberg. “Given the financial crisis we just came through, that’s a real accomplishment for the board and for the district.” The budget is expected to change in its subsequent two iterations as the district receives updated numbers for the County Assessor’s office.

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visit http://ShelterHopePetShop.org. Already have a full house, but want to help? The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) and Red Barn Feed & Pet Stores are collaborating for the holidays on a program to help pet owners in under-served communities with a leash and collar drive aimed at collecting 1000 dog and cat collars and leashes (metal clips are preferred). Items are being collected at Red Barn stores (visit www.redbarnfeedandpet.com for locations) and the HSUS located 820 Moraga Drive, Los Angeles 90049. An animal is a member of the family for years to come. Make a wise choice and you will be rewarded every day with love! Please consider adopting or fostering this season. Happy Howlidays! and public program conceived over three semesters of research. USC Roskiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lecture program will expand this spring to include both art and design talks in real-time dialogues o recent work, current research and the evolving field of visual communication. The curatorial studies offerings at USC Roski are being strengthened significantly with last monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s announcement that the university and Pacific Asia Museum of Pasadena are forming an alliance to preserve the museum and its collection of more than 17,000 items from across Asia and the Pacific Islands. In 2006, arts patrons Gayle Garner Roski and Edward P. Roski Jr. made the naming gift for the school, expanding its facilities, technology and tenure-track faculty. Gayle Garner Roski, the namesake, is an accomplished painter and alumna of the school. Edward Roski graduated with a degree in business from USC and serves as a member â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and immediate past chair of the USC board of trustees.

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www.getty.edu/visit or call 310440-7300. ***** The Los Angeles Master Chorale (LAMC) heralds Christmas with two matinee performances of its seasonal “Festival of Carols,” at 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7 and 14 at Disney Hall, 111 S. Grand Ave. Silent Night, Hark The Herald Angels Sing, White Christmas, Deck The Halls and Santa Claus is Coming to Town are among the holiday carols and traditional favorites sung by the chorale’s 115 members under Music Director Grant Gershon’s baton. Tickets range from $29$99, with discounts for children 6-12. For tickets and information, call 213-972-7282, or visit www.lamc.org. ***** Writer/director Jessie McCormack and cast members Michelle Monaghan, Radha Mitchell and Michael Weston will take part in a Q&A following the 7:20 screening of their film Expecting at Laemmle’s Music Hall, 9036 Wilshire Blvd. McCormack’s debut is a refreshingly candid comedy about planning ahead for life’s unexpected detours. For more information, visit www.laemmle.com/theaters/4.

DONORS–Donors of the Enchanted Woods project at Beverly Hills Public Library’Children’s Reading Room were (from left): Barbara Linder, Jeanette Mandelbaum, Vice Mayor Lili Bosse, Michael Libow and Friends of the Library President Jean Rosenblatt

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NAIL SPA CLINIQUE OPENING–Councilmember Nancy Krasne (center) was on hand for the opening of the Nail Spa Clinique, 422 N. Camden Dr., where she joined (from left) Caroline Vida, Ksenia Baychikova, Manager Theresa Bui, and Sunny Parks for the ribbon-cutting. The salon provides daily manicure and pedicure treatments for its clientele and has a Bonbon Kids Spa for children. For appointments, call 323-8002222 or visit: http://nailspaclinique.

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Country Club (Rancho Mirage); Capital Club Beijing; and Metropolitan Club Chicago. City Club on Bunker Hill opened in 1989. Members of any of its clubs have privileges throughout the world. More recently, the club has become home to those in fashion, jewelry and entertainment, catering to young professionals throughout the Southland. The new décor and topof-the-building views will cater to a modern international and diverse membership and their guests. Facilities include formal dining, casual dining, a 15-seat

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BIRTHDAY GREETINGS–Celebrating birthdays are Rebecca de Mornay, Diane Ladd, Howie Mandel, Chuck Mangione, Vin Scully and Garry Shandling (Nov. 29); Audrey Bornstein, Stan Richman, Colleen Conte, Robert Guillame, Gene Viglione, Mandy Patinkin and Efrem Zimbalist, Jr. (Nov. 30); Woody Allen, Bette Midler, Bruce Meyer, Karl Shurz and Treat Williams (Dec. 1); Fred Nason, Jr. (Dec. 2); Jean-Luc Godard, Daryl Hannah, Julianne Moore, and Ozzy Osbourne (Dec 3); Jeff Bridges, Marisa Tomei, Tyra Banks and Wink Martindale (Dec. 4);Jose Carreras, Little Richard, and Jim Messina (Dec. 5). Stan Richman

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TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Nov. 29). The next four weeks are sociable, and you’ll sample life. Imagination is stirred in January. You’ll come up with inventive solutions for everything –relationships to transportation to daily life. You’ll win a case or contest in March. Give all you can to the one who needs it in April. Leo and Pisces people adore you. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). It is vigilant to guess at the motives of others, but take a break from this, as it’s likely a waste of time. If you want to know why a person is acting in a certain way, just ask. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). When someone makes the same mistake repeatedly, it might not be a mistake at all. It could be a personality style that you are better off to accept and expect. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Whether it’s for work or fun, getting into motion is the hardest part. After that, you’re home free. The feeling that you are moving forward is motivation enough to bring you to the end. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). You have to spell things out for some people. Expecting them to know how to act or pick up on your social cues will set you up for disappointment. Sure, it’s more work, but it just happens that way sometimes. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). You can be gentle when you need to be, and you need to be now. A certain person will run unless you are unrelentingly kind and reassuring. This person, who can’t take even the smallest amount of criticism, will run unless you are kind and reassuring. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20). The way your family members act doesn’t have to be a reflection on you. Let people be the way they are, and try not to get involved unless it seems truly necessary. You’ll make your own impressions. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). The reward for taking a risk won’t be the prize at the end—that is likely to be made of plastic and require regular dusting. The real reward is the feeling that you’ve truly achieved something. CANCER (June 22-July 22). It’s important to react to what happens in a timely and proportionate manner. The “proportionate” part is important. You’ll get very little accomplished by overreacting to the events around you. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You'll feel like stealing away to recharge. If you can manage it, you should. Spending time alone teaches you to be there for yourself. It is in your power to make yourself feel safe. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). It’s the same scene, but some of the people involved will remember it with pleasure, and some will remember it with pain. With some sensitivity, you can tip the balance toward pleasure for someone on the fence. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Expose yourself repeatedly to the thing that makes you uncomfortable, and you’ll find that it loses power over you. You’ll become comfortable whether or not you want to be. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You’ll be drawn to situations in which you have no idea what is expected of you. Most people avoid that kind of thing, but you get a charge from the unknown.

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JWCI AUXILIARY LUNCHEON–The Beverly Hills Hotel was the site of the John Wayne Cancer Institute Auxiliary annual membership luncheon. Pictured (from left); JWCIA President Anita Swift (granddaughter of John Wayne) with honorees Pat Elton and Dr. Susan Love, Photos by Vince Bucci

The John Wayne Cancer Institute Auxiliary honored Patricia Elton with the “Angel” award and Susan Love, MD, MBA, with the “Public Service” award at its annual Membership Luncheon/Holiday Boutique at The Beverly Hills Hotel. Actor Gerard DiNome emceed, and JWCIA board members Marisol Zarco and Katie Lewis co-chaired. Boutique vendors donated a portion of their proceeds to JWCIA. Sponsors included Grey Goose, Nothing Bundt Cakes and Sugar Paper. “Each honoree has been significantly affected by cancer, and dedicated to furthering cancer research,” said Anita Swift, JWCIA president. JWCI Board Chair Patrick Wayne presented the award to Elton, a breast cancer survivor and longtime supporter of the John Wayne Cancer Institute, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2000. She credits Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, chief of JWCI’s Melanoma Program and co-director of its Surgical Oncology Fellowship Program, for saving her life. For her commitment to women’s health this year’s “Public Service Award” was presented to Dr. Love by Delphine Lee, MD, PhD, FAAD, of JWCI. As President of the Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation, she oversees an active research program centered on breast cancer and prevention. Established in 1982 by two breast cancer survivors, the JWCI Auxiliary has raised more than $18 million to fund a wide array of the institute’s priorities including research, vital new laboratory equipment. For more information, visit www.jwci.org or call the auxiliary information line at 310829-8324. ****** The Guild of Big Brothers

Big Sisters of Greater L.A. honored outstanding members of thecommunity at its “Rising Stars Gala” in The Beverly Hilton. Awards recognized individuals who are inspiring and positive role models for young people. Roy P. Disney, chairman/CEO/founder of The Apogee Companies, was honored with the “Walt Disney Man of the Year” award, presented by Robert Iger, chairman/CEO of the Walt Disney Company. Megan Colligan, president of domestic marketing and distribution of Paramount Pictures, received the “Sherry Lansing” award; and Cynthia BengtsonBudzyn, co-founder of Big Sisters of L.A., was recipient of the “Trailblazer” award in absentia. In 1955, Walt Disney, and Meredith Willson founded Big Brothers of Greater L.A. to help ensure the well being of boys growing up without fathers in

the area. The evening featured a performance by Grammy-winning singer Jodi Benson while songwriter Jensen McRae performed a special song she wrote for Big Brothers Big Sisters. Sherry Lansing and Steve Soboroff served as honorary gala chairs; BBBSLA Guild Members Sandy Bilson and Sarah Purcell, co-chaired. More than $750,000 was raised to benefit the organization and support its life-changing mentoring programs. Helmed by President Mary Willard, the guild is a volunteer group comprised of prominent women and men from the community, which has raised over $10 million to support the life saving programs of Big Brothers Big Sisters. ****** Wish I could have been there... Stars from around the country converged at the Palace Theater in Stamford, Connecticut for Dana’s Angels Research Trust’s (founded in 2002 by Andrea and Phil Marella) annual gala benefit concert. The evening, which raised $365,000, opened with When You Believe by Caroline Jones and Bailey Outerbridge. Today Show co-host Kathie Lee Gifford, with her husband, football legend Frank Gifford, returned for their eighth year as emcees. Sonny Grosso, the real-life detective of the acclaimed film The French Connection, was honored, along with the esteemed Dr. Daniel Ory, whose research has made great strides in the effort to find a cure for Niemann-Pick Type C, a thus-far incurable disease that affects children (www.danasangels.org). The awards portion of the evening concluded with The Beach Boys and its performance of California Dreamin’ with the original songwriter, Michelle Phillips (The Mamas and The Papas), the first time they have performed together since the 1960s. Sponsors included Wells Fargo Wealth Management and Dannon Company.

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Suite 100 is a hospitality promotion created to celebrate Beverly Hills’ Centennial by honoring the decades of exquisite hospitality that characterize the City’s history and reputation. Five local hotels are joining to express five different decades of Beverly Hills history, offering guests a travel adventure that will not only cover distance, but will capture time itself, transcending the boundaries of imagination. Each of the hotels’ general managers has selected a decade that corresponds to a complementary vision unique to the hotel. ”This will be the ultimate luxury experience,” said Nissenbaum. The Peninsula’s concierge, James Little, has served guests at every awards ceremony since the hotel opened, and he brings his experience to help curate the decisive red carpet event. Transportation begins the immersion in luxury that is the Peninsula signature, in the hotel’s beautiful Rolls Royce complete with champagne. A private cabana poolside with lunch for two and preparation for the awards begins in earnest. Enjoy a couples’ “Precious Diamond Massage,” with oil containing diamonds. Extend the spa experience with the ultimate exfoliation fol-

lowed by a spray tan, because after all, its awards week! Finally, for the most authentic experience, the Peninsula offers an alchemical evening that will truly transport to the ultimate luxury. “The Red Carpet Experience” opportunity brings the red carpet to you. Guests will be treated to professional hair and make up stylists, formal gown and tuxedo rental and jewelry borrowed from Mikimoto, Walk the Red Carpet in your private suite and be photographed by your own private photographer. Throughout your stay menu, film and music selections will include items popular during the decade of the 1990’s. Interior designers Cynthia Forchielli and Helen Glynn (Forchielli Glynn Beverly Hills) have designed a suite that is a vestige of bygone luxury and a voyeur’s adventure behind the curtain of an imaginary awards week. “The suit will reflect the ‘90’s glamour with a living room wrapped in murals depicting Red Carpet galas, a glittering Swarovski Crystal chandelier and mirrored bedroom walls,” said Nissenbaum. And though the interiors will be exceptional, it is the Peninsula experience that will be most memorable.

SUITE 100 RENDERING - Living room walls will be clad in photographic murals of red carpet at a gala Hollywood event with sumptuous sofas and Swarovski crystal for an intimate red carpet experience

THE HEIGHT OF LUXURY IS EASE OF LIVING - (Above) A page shows a gues to their private rooftop poolside cabana. (Left) A page takes a canine guest for walk through the garden

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6 Javert’s portrayer in 2012’s “Les Misérables”

52 Aid for a submarine séance?

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59 When scores are settled?

20 Vegetables also known as lady’sfingers

60 Cake with a kick

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21 Common quatrain form 22 Indian tourist destination 23 Paintings of French estates? 25 Spin, of a sort 27 Tanning aid 28 Carrier for Casanovas? 30 Time of one’s life? 31 Thanksgiving, e.g.: Abbr. 33 Having failed to ante up, say 34 Italian tourist destination in the Mediterranean 37 “Anything you can do I can do better” and others

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93 Odin’s home 95 Time off 96 “That’ll never happen!” 100 Scrape (out)

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24 Docs united 29 Turn out 31 Muscle ___

36 All the writings of a Persian faith? 37 Fictional Billy

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38 Hit show with many hits

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44 Most reliable

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Page 24 | November 29, 2013 T.S. No.: 9508-1319 TSG Order No.: 8336134 A.P.N.: 4343-004-043 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/01/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NBS Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 03/09/2007 as Document No.: 20070526919, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, executed by: IRA RAD AND HEIDI NOVIAN, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS , as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: 12/19/2013 at 10:00 AM Sale Location: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 9330 CLIFTON WAY APT 301, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an "AS IS" condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, towit: $431,832.21 (Estimated) as of 12/04/2013. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also

be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee`s sale or visit this Internet Web site, www.nationwideposting.c om, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9508-1319. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder`s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. NBS Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766-7751 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting.com or Call: 916-9390772. NBS Default Services, LLC, Suzanne Castle "We are attempting to collect a debt, and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose."NPP0223662 To: BEVERLY HILLS COURIER 11/29/2013, 12/06/2013, 12/13/2013 –––––– NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No: 9126.20001 Title No: NXCA-0103435 A.P.N. 5554-011-011 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/03/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check/cash equivalent or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United

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P U B L I C N OT I C E S States), will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances there under, with interest as provided in said Note, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is reasonably estimated to be: $966,455.34. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Brooke Heller and Jennifer StrohmanRecorded: 11/26/2007 as Instrument No.20072595181 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California. Date of Sale: 12/23/2013 at 1:00 PM Place of Sale: In the main dining room of the Pomona Masonic Temple, located at 395 South Thomas Street, Pomona, California. Street Address or other common designation of real property purported to be:1223 N. Hayworth Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90046 A.P.N.: 5554-011-011 Legal Description: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the purchaser at the sale shall e entitled only to a return of the deposit paid, plus interest. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the beneficiary, the Trustor or the trustee. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee

sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 877-778-7237 or visit this Internet Web site www.RSVPforeclosures.c omusing the file number assigned to this case 9126.20001. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: November 25, 2013 Standard Trust Deed, a division of Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., as Trustee 1241 E. Dyer Road, Suite 250, Santa Ana, CA 92705 (925) 603-1000 or 800-995-1154Nicole Larson, Authorized Signatory This office is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose (RSVP# 303813)(11/29/13, 12/06/13, 12/13/13) –––––– NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE IN OWNERSHIP OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Date of Filing Application: NOVEMBER 18, 2013 To Whom It May Concern: The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) is/are: BON VIVANT RESTAURANT GROUP, LLC The applicants listed above are applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 7166 Melrose Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90046-7626 Type of license(s) applied for: 41 - ON-SALE BEER AND WINE - EATING PLACE Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 888 S. Figueroa St. #320 Los Angeles, CA 90017 213/833-6043 11/29/2013, BHC 259166 BEVERLY HILLS COURIER –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013 234527 The following is/are doing business as: KEVIN’S EXPRESSWAY 6511 Whitsett Ave. North Hollywood, CA 91606; Karen Ferayan 511 Whitsett Ave. North Hollywood, CA 91606; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Karen Ferayan: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 13, 2013; Published: November 22, 29, December 6, 13, 2013 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013221059 The following is/are doing business as: ULTIMATE ZONE 228 S. Doheny Dr. #3, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Shahrooz Cohension 228 S. Doheny Dr. #3, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Shahrooz Cohension: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: October 23, 2013; Published: November 08, 15, 22, 29 2013 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013221060 The following is/are doing business as: GENUINE TEXTILES, LLC 1976 S. La Cienega Blvd. #316, Los Angeles, CA 90034; Genuine Textiles, LLC 1976 S. La Cienega Blvd. #316, Los Angeles, CA 90034; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein September 20, 2013: Sigmund M. Lample,

President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: October 23, 2013; Published: November 08, 15, 22, 29 2013 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013221061 The following is/are doing business as: HOBIENJEN 8950 W. Olympic Blvd. #219, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Jennifer Thomasian 1003 S. Central Ave. #302, Glendale, CA 91204; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Jennifer Thomasian: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: October 23, 2013; Published: November 08, 15, 22, 29 2013 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013221062 The following is/are doing business as: 1) DARK GIRLS BOOK 2) TRU DAT 3) WHAT IS A MAN 4) WHAT IS A WOMAN 5) LIGHT GIRLS 10850 Wilshire Blvd. #350, Los Angeles, CA 90024; Yagya Productions, Inc. 10850 Wilshire Blvd. #350, Los Angeles, CA 90024; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein October 17, 2013: William Duke, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: October 23, 2013; Published: November 08, 15, 22, 29 2013 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013221063 The following is/are doing business as: BOOKS 2 CHERISH 2554 Lincoln Blvd. #619, Venice, CA 90291; Brookfield Productions, Inc. 2554 Lincoln Bvld. #619, Venice, CA 90291; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Fern Field, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: October 23, 2013; Published: November 08, 15, 22, 29 2013 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013227578 The following is/are doing business as: 1) CITYMAC 2) GOCITYMAC.COM 3) CMAC 9025 Wilshire Blvd. Penthouse, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; City Mortgage Acceptance Corporation 9025 Wilshire Blvd. Penthouse, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Mayer Dallal, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 04, 2013; Published: November 08, 15, 22, 29 2013 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2013242915 The following is/are doing business as: BONNIE’S CHEF & KITCHEN APPAREL 9901 Kip Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Bonnie Engle 9901 Kip Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein May 03, 1996: Bonnie Engle, General Partner of Engle Properties, An Arizona L.P.: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 25, 2013; Published: November 29, December 06, 13, 20, 2013 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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The Beverly Hills Courier reserves the right to refuse the publishing of any advertisement and to delete any objectionable word(s) or phrase(s). Submission of an advertisement to a Beverly Hills Courier salesperson does not represent an agreement by the Beverly Hills Courier to print the advertisement. The Beverly Hills Courier will not be liable for failure to publish an advertisement as requested. If there is an error or an omission in the printing or the publication of an advertisement, the liability of the Beverly Hills Courier shall be limited to a maximum of the cost of the incorrect advertisement or the reprinting of the correct advertisement. The Beverly Hills Courier, under no circumstances, shall be liable for other damages. The Beverly Hills Courier will not accept any cancellations or changes to a classified ad/ads after 12:00 PM Wednesday, and display ads after 5:00 PM Tuesday of that requested week of publication. Legal notices already published once is 10 days prior to publication date. We will reserve one major change to a classified ad running on a five-week term. Changes in addition to the one alteration will incur a minimal charge of $3.00 per change.

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

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OBITUARY Evelyn (Evie) Roth, 92, passed away peacefully Nov. 20, 2013. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Laurence (Larry) Roth. They enjoyed a happy 62 year marriage. She is survived by her daughter Geri Roth Jacobson, son Marc Roth and grandchildren Randy & Johanna Jacobson. She was a life-long resident of Los Angeles and a graduate of Dorsey High School. After high school she was a dental assistant in Hollywood. After her youngest child started college, she worked successfully with her husband as a sales rep for Aldik Flowers & other giftware companies. For many years Evelyn enjoyed summer vacations with her family on Catalina Island. Later, Evie & Larry went on many trips and cruises throughout the world. Tahiti, in particular, was a favorite destination.

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COMPANION/DRIVER AVAILABLE

WE UNDERSTAND.. . Mama’s caregivers are loving, caring, trained & bonded. Live in or out.

M AMA’ S H OME C ARE 323/655-2622

1529 S. ROBERTSON LOS ANGELES CA 90035 C ARING , H ONEST (SOUTH OF PICO, SOUTHWEST CORNER AT HORNER ST.) & R ESPONSIBLE . 7,611 Square foot building Suzan: 323/394-4146 9,244 Square feet of land

CAREGIVER/ COMPANION

Year Built 1948 Zoning: LAC-2 Fully Leased Investment Price Reduction To

Experienced European Female Available.

Please contact the exclusive agents Cory Schaffel & Sy Schaffel

• R ELIABLE C ARE • English Speaking. Live-in. Cooking, light cleaning & activities.

• ELDERCARE • IN-HOME SPECIALIST • Companions • Live-In / Live-Out

Bonded & Insured• Licensed • Fully Screened

310.859.0440 www.exehomecare.com

BBB A+ (Highest Rated)

RN on Staff

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ARE YOU A SENIOR AND NEED ASSISTANCE?

We can help YOU!

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INVESTMENT PROPERTY FOR SALE

Experienced Female. Fluent English. W/ car & clean DMV for errands +appts. LIght cleaning +cooking. Dog/cat care.

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• Caregivers • CNA • CHHA

THE SCHAFFEL GROUP

• GREAT REFERENCES • 310/402-4100

89 BEAUTY SALON

Asking Price $2,850,000

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Leasing Info: 310-289-7885 Office: 310-289-7855 • 310-550-8710 Fax: 310-271-9685 sschaffel@schaffelgroup.com cschaffel@@schaffelgroup.com www.theschaffelgroup.com

COMMERCIAL / RETAIL PROPERTY FOR LEASE

• • • • •

H A I R S TAT I O N FOR RENT FOR $150/WEEK. • • • • •

• New Beginning • Private Care Services Our Goal:

OPPORTUNITIES

To provide quality care for your loved one.

HOUSEKEEPER

EMPLOYMENT

Caregivers / Beverly Hills Companions / CNA’s 2-3 Days Weekly with great experience & dedication. We have * * * * * * *

FOR LEASE GREAT BEVERLY HILLS 'CORNER'

Santa Monica & Bedford • 90210 Retail / Commercial • 6,000 Sq. Ft. 3,000 Prime Retail + 3,000 Second Floor Lease with option to buy. 310-430-2221 - owner

228 LAND FOR SALE

• 1 Story home. experience with the • No children. mentally impaired. • LIte cooking. Your Personal Care Manager always avail. References Required.

We provide experienced Cargivers, CNA’s & HHA’s C ALL J ULIE : 818/916-2146 for seniors needing Great References. —————–––– companions to drive them to doctors, prepare meals, FILIPINO / AMERICAN light housekeeping, etc... CAREGIVERS We offer responsible and Professional staff. Caring Companion and nurturing care. Our staff is Assisted Living. thoroughly screened and we B O A R D & C A R E Placement available care. Live In/Out. Drivers: Doctors appoint-

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Errands, Etc... **************** ment, Pricing. Call Lisa 24hrs. FreeFlexible Consultation! Call Randy 323/877-8121 323/537-5733 323/806-9498 * * * * * *

* * * * * * * 310/277-3553

—————–––– Seeking Retired Person For P/T Secretary Position

Flexible hours, comfortable private one person office+lavatory. Good pay. 9630 Yoakum Dr., BH Contact Robert Bartlett:

310/858-3101

240 OFFICE / STORES FOR LEASE

1ST MONTH $500!! 310/258-0444

West LA Auto Repair Shop Seeking Front Desk/Service Writer

468 North Camden Drive For more info call: 888-909-0210

248 FINANCIAL SERVICES

Prime Location on Wilshire next to Academy of Motion Picture.

CAPITAL AVAILABLE FOR BUSINESS, COMMERCIAL & VENTURE CAPITAL

• Executive Suite $400up include utilities

$50,000 & UP.

• 4F with views

Call 323/806-7443 21caesar@gmail.com

2500-5000 sf @ 2.65/sf

270

Mylene 310/246-9625 or 310/242-0507

Private Office Suite at 9595 Wilshire Bl.

TOWNHOMES/ CONDOS FOR SALE

$449k Or Best Offer Cheapest 2 Bd+13/4 Ba & LOWEST HOA on WILSHIRE CORRIDOR DESIRABLE CORNER UNIT 24-hr. doorman. WRAPAROUND BALCONY’S W/ SPECTACULAR VIEWS: north, south & east. Lots of closets, 2-car garage, storage locker sauna, pool. UCLA Close.

508 RSF • $2,300/Mo. 1 Large Executive Window Office & • Open House • 1 Support/ Sunday • 2-5 pm MORE INFO. CALL: Reception Area. AFOR NNETTE WOLF • AGT. Contact: Stan Gerlach 310/441-1811 310/766-1812 Or: Bryan Dunne —————–––– 310/550-2500

Come to the heart of the golden triangle starting at $550 a month. FREE wireless internet access phone reception/forwarding, mail receipt, conference room times and more..

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818/386-0341

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E X E C U T I V E O F F I C E IN BEVERLY HILLS 90210

And Resume To: BartlettCorp@aol.com

Must be knowledgeable on Domestic & Foreign cars. COMPUTER experience required. Please Call:

Call 310/237-2977 Elevator access. or 713/266-1444 Rent Includes: HVAC, electricity, OFFICE FOR LEASE phone, high-speed Wilshire / San Vicente internet, use Three 9” x 13’ Offices of conference room. Furnished/Unfurnished $600/MO. Each CALL NOW FOR Available immediately. MOVE-IN SPECIAL’S: Call 323/761-7909

BEVERLY HILLS OFFICES

208

Hair Styling Station for Rent

Plenty of customer parking. Near 405 & 10 FWY. Call: 310/473-0044

EXECUTIVE OFFICES WILSHIRE BLVD RETAIL FRONTAGE AVAILABLE in & SMALL OFFICE THE BEVERLY HILLS *** SUITES *** GOLDEN TRIANGLE NO NNN • • • • • • All Utilities Included. Must Lease Now! • JUST REMODELED •

www.gbcone.com

ø MOVE-IN FEES !

Special Lease Month-to-Month available from Sept. - Dec. 2013 Call leasing office for more details.

CLASSIFIED

BEVERLY HILLS

270

405

TOWNHOMES/ CONDOS FOR SALE

WANTED TO RENT

KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900

BEVERLY HILLS ELDERLY PLASTIC S U R G E O N & H IS W I F E SEEK Weekly Accommodations For at Least 2-3 Nights.

License 00957281

all listings are on CenturyCityLiving.com

NOW AVAILABLE GATED 5 STAR LUXURY PROPERTIES *BEL AIR *WESTWOOD *CENTURY CITY

BEL AIR CREST from $5,900,000.

THE REMINGTON from $1,260,000

Looking to Rent Guesthouse or Room

HONEST, RELIABLE, QUIET, PRIVATE, RESPECTFUL. Work fromhome. CENTURY TOWERS Also avail. for Estate/ from $950,000 CENTURY PARK EAST Caretaker position. Charlie: 323/839-5844 from $470,000 References Avail. CENTURY WOODS from $1,450,000

PARK PLACE

407 GARAGE/ STORAGE

from $700,000

CENTURY HILL 2 Bed/Office-Den/2.5 Baths Gated Town House $1,579,000 3 car private garage.5 star Luxurious Renovation Hardwood, marble, granite Siematic Kitchen.Viking Appliances.Garden Atrium 2 large patios.City Views Quiet Location

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

For Lease See our Ad Sec. 440

305 CABIN FOR SALE

425

440

HOUSES FOR RENT

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

1109 S. WETHERLY DR. 2-STORY 6 BDRM + FAMILY RM.

SANTA MONICA 427 Montana Ave.

Storage Space Av a i l a b l e for Rent. Close to Beach .

310/394-7132 420 GUESTHOUSES FOR RENT

GUESTHOUSE/APT Completely Furnished Turnkey,

A Home Away From Home, Unique Property With Privacy 1 BedroomDesigner Done

~ Lower ~ Benedict Canyon

Classic Beverly Hills

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. • BRENTWOOD • 120 S. Swall Dr. 125 N. Barrington Av. • • • • • • • • • • 1 Bdrm. • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • • + 1 Bath •

Very Spacious, A/C, Upscale, Bright, intercom entry, Gorgeous & Spacious. on-sight laundry, prkg. • • • • • Close to Cedars-Sinai, With Pool, balcony, Beverly Center, central air, fireplace, shops, cafes stove, elevator, inter& transportation . com entry, prkg. gym. WALKER’S PARADISE 310/858-6830

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from $2,750,000

LE PARC

425

310/433-6611 Or: 661/444-0604

Single Professional Male, Non-Smoker

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HOUSES FOR RENT

Need only a Bdrm.+Bath, tv if possible. Non-smoker / drinkers. No pets.

THE CENTURY

from $1,600,000

R E N TA L S

NEWLY RENOVATED

GORGEOUS, GATED, SOPHISTICATED AND TOTALLY REMODELED. HUGE MASTER BEDROOM, WALK-IN COSET AND ELEGANT BRC00456048 MASTER BATH • $12,500/MO.

BRIGHT & BEAUTIFUL 1 BEDROOMS

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BEVERLY HILLS ADJ.

• 310/476-2181 •

Close to shopping.

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309 S. Sherbourne Dr. BRENTWOOD Hardwood floors, all ( • • • ----- • • • ) new kitchen appliances, 11988 Kiowa Ave. 1 Bd.+1 Ba. washer & dryer in unit, •••••• • • • • • • • subterranean parking. SANDRA LEWIS Good closet space, a/c, • 1 B d . •+ 1 B a . M u s t S e e ! ••••• elevator, dishwasher, AGT • 310 770-4111 132 S. BEDFORD DR. controlled access. Close Large & Bright Unit. 440 Appointments available to Cedars/shops/trans. Elevator, controlled BEVERLY HILLS P.O. UNFURNISHED access, on-site 310/247-8689 upon request. laundry facility, PRIVATE 4 BDRM, 4 BA APT’S/CONDO’S 310/990-3266 B R E N T W O O D balcony, parking. Mountain Side Home 904-908 Granville Av. Close to Short & Long Term with Canyon Views. Leases Available. BEVERLY HILLS S i n g l e Brentwood Village, Includes: Shops & Restaurants. Hardwood floors, High LIKE A HOME Granite counters, • 310/826-4889 • SMITHWOOD DRIVE ceilings, Central A/C 245 S. DOHENY Fireplace, balcony, 3 BDRM. + 2 BA. B E V E R L Y H I L L S laundry facility, and pool. $6,995/Mo. BRENTWOOD Upper Duplex subterranean prkg. The Carlton 9640 ROYALTON DR. Dining room, living Near Whole Foods. 11666 Goshen Ave. 310/207-1965 CALL 310/880-8182 room with fireplace, (•)(•)(•)(•)() breafast room, sun B R E N T W O O D Single+Loft+1 Ba. room, hardwod floors, Single 11730 SUNSET BLVD. BEV. HILLS 90211 service porch, A/C, • • • • • • NEWLY REMODELED 1 Bd.+Den+11/2 Ba. SMALL 3 BEDROOM 2 car garage, new 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. 2 BATH HOME carpet and paint. (•)(•)(•)(•)(•) ••••••• Apt. on Doheny w/garage WiFi, central air/heat, Perfect for small family City Views. Nice yard. Rooftop pool, for 2 tandem spots, fireplace, patio, or roommate situation. Call 310/339-5714 deck, central air, controlled access, Includes 2 car garage, W/D on site, LARGE, elevator, intercom pool, elevator, parking, hardwood floors, central B E V E R L Y H I L L S lots of closets and light entry, on-sight laundry, laundry facility. gym, parking. heat, gardner included. 336 S. SPALDING DR dishwasher, central air/heat. 310/312-9871 • Free WiFi Access • No pets. $3,900/MO. LARGE LUXURY Shopping & Dining in Contact Haim at ~ 310/476-3824 ~ Call Mrs. Lee: 4 BDRM., 4.5 BA. Brentwood Village

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310/497-7750

PENTHOUSE

440

Balcony and 3 Parking Must See!

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

** 3 1 0 / 8 0 1 - 3 3 1 0 **

323/244-9470

BRENTWOOD & U.C.L.A. CLOSE

Brentwood Village

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Call Mike:

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In The HEART of BEVERLY HILLS BEV. HILLS TRIANGLE • • • • • • •

Patio in woodsy setting. 170 N. Crescent Dr. Hardwood flrs., built-ins, * * * * * 1* * Writer’s, Artist’s, 2 tv’s, cable, DSL, spa 2 Bdrm. +1 /2 Bath Musician’s: tub, washer/dryer. MODERN CABIN $2,600 • Short-Term Avail. * * * * * * *

• 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • • 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. • • GORGEOUS UNITS • Central air, large

FOR 2 on SECLUDED Single Occupant Large & Bright. balcony, pool, elevator, on-site laundry, 6-ACRES of FORREST Call: 310/271-5971 Pool, a/c, balcony, 5.5 miles from Idyllwild.

Spectacular 220º views from Mt. San Jacinto to Hemet Valley. Well+ 3,300 gallon S.S. tank.

ORIGINAL OWNER / BUILDER, CALL JERRY: 818/785-3349 Will Consider Offers Beginning at $250K. We W i l l F i l e Yo u r DBA for FREE!! Please Call: 310.278.1322

Owner • Realtor

425 HOUSES FOR RENT

BEVERLY HILLS

fridge, stove, laundry rm., prkg., intercom entry, elevator.

intercom entry. 320 N. La Peer Dr.

• 310/246-0290 • CLOSE TO SHOPS CLOSE TO & R ESTAURANTS . S H O P S & D I N I N G 310/858-8133

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North of Sunset WESTWOOD AREA * * * * * * * * * 2 BDRM., 2 BATH

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138 N. Hamilton Dr.

• 1 Bd.+1 Ba. •

GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM

New laminted floors in Dishwasher, 4.5 BATH + D EN + P OOL living and dining room. controlled access, Beautifully Furnished Full amenities with gym. laundry facility. SHORT TERM AVAILABLE Close to UCLA and C LOSE TO C EDARS , $9,750/MO Westwood Village. For B EVERLY C ENTER , Reduced - Sacrifice more information call R ESTAURANT R OW .

Write2Elle@aol.com

Pari 310/273-8393

310/531-3992

MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME. Condo Style Living In Beverly Hills

LUXURY 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS

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

$3350

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

133 North Almont Towers www.almonttowers.com • 310.888.8875

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

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440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

P R I M E L O C A T I O N BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. BEVERLY HILLS ADJ PRESTIGIOUS LUXURIOUS Bedford/Olympic WILSHIRE HOLMBY S A N T A M O N I C A • • • 2 BD, 2 BA CONDO 2 BDRM, 2 BATH • • • • on Wilshire Corridor North of Wilshire Newly Updated • Single • • $2,150/MO. 2 Bdrm+2 Bath 1 B d . 1 B a . + 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath • • • Approx. 1400 Sq. ft. • Large closets, balconies, Private, quiet corner unit • • • • • • • • •••••••• L ARGE & B EAUTIFUL Lower unit with fridge, all amenities in kitchen WiFi, pool, elevator, Pool, sauna, fridge, w/ panoramic views. New

BRENTWOOD W E S T W O O D CULVER CITY 11640 Kiowa Ave. 1380 Midvale Ave.

3830 Vinton Ave.

Balcony, dishwasher, hrwd. flrs., new kitchen. a/c, heated pool, WiFi, controlled access, on- dishwasher intercom Full Service Bldg. sight laundry, parking. entry, elevator, on-site elevator controlled Pet ok under 25lbs. laundry, parking. access, on-site laundry, C l o s e t o U . C . L . A . $4,150/MO 310/473-1509 310/841-2367 parking. Close to Agt: 310/502-3848 Brentwood Village, W E S T W O O D * H O L L Y W O O D * WILSHIRE CORRIDOR Shops & Restaurants. 1 0 9 0 5 O h i o A v e . 1134 N. SYCAMORE AV. Updated & Quiet

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• 310/826-4889 •

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• • • 1 Bdrm.+ 2 Bd.+2 Ba. Condo •• • • S i n g l e • • • • • • • •1 Bath Open floor plan, light •• Newly Remodeled & bright, balcony w/ ••

1628 Westgate Ave. Wifi, Bright, controlled Great Views great view, hardwood ~ Single ~ access, balcony, Great views, controlled floors, central air. Bright & Airy. FULL SERVICE BLDG: pool, elevator, access, balcony, Dishwasher, valet, gym, pool. laundry facility, prkg. elevator, lrg. pool, REDUCED $3,795 Intercom entry, on-sight Close To U.C.L.A. prkg, on-sight laundry. 310/475-2122 parking, on-sight 310/477-6856 H IKING IN R UNYON laundry facility. C ANYON , H OLLYWOOD PRIME WESTWOOD/ Close to transportation. • WESTWOOD • B OWL /N IGHTLIFE . CENTURY CITY Adj. 310/820-1810 10933 Rochester Ave. 323/467-8172 Quiet & Charming

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Jr . Executive 2 Bd.+2 Ba.

—————–––– 2 Bd+1 / Ba Townhouse 1

HOLLYWOOD

Spacious & Bright. A/C, balcony, dishwasher, stove, intercom entry, on-sight laundry, prkg.

Update kitchen, hrwd. Spacious a/c, fireplace, 1769-1775 Sycamore Av. flrs., crown moldings, pool, controlled access, • S i n g l e lrg. living room w/ laundry fac., prkg. fireplace, formal dining • Bachelor • Free WiFi Access • room, lrg. master w/ Controlled access, fireplace, service porch 310/473-5061 laundry facility. Close To U.C.L.A. Utilities Included. w/ washer/dryer hook-up, enclosed garage. No pets. 323/851-3790 $3,500/Month W E S T W O O D Close to Everything. 310/795-5990 1409 Midvale Ave.

310/477-0072

MID-WILSHIRE

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ.

340 S. St. Andrews Pl.

1017 S. SHERBOURNE Very Private & Spacious 2 BDRM. + 1.5 BATH upper unit with breakfast and formal dining room. Yard, laundry & parking.

1675 Colby Ave.

1 Bd.+1 Ba.

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2 Bd.+2 Ba.

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1433 Armacost Ave.

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1 Bdrm. entry, laundry facility, + 1 Bath elevator, parking, pool. B RIGHT & S PACIOUS . CLOSE TO U.C.L.A., Balcony, Dishwasher, SHOPPING & 1 BLK. controlled access TO WESTWOOD PARK. on-sight laundry, prkg. 310/478-8616 310/479-0700 CL O S E TO AL L • WESTWOOD • S H O P P I N G A R E A S 550 Veteran Ave. ••••• SANTA MONICA • 2 B d . + 2 B a . 808 4th St. = = = = = = = ** = = = = = = = = ** Very spacious, * 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. * * * granite counters, * * microwave, intercom * * entry, on-sight launLarge, Unique & Gorgeous. Fireplace, dry, parking & WiFi. balcony, dishwasher, Very close to UCLA & Westwood Village. intercom entry, 310/208-5166 elevator, prkg., pool.

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• Close to Beach • **CENTURY CITY** 310/394-7132 2220 S. Beverly Glen

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1382 Kelton Ave.

1 B DRM . +1 B ATH ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ • Large Unit • Dishwasher, controlled access, on-sight laundry & parking.

•

• 1 Bd.+Den+1 Ba. • •• •• • L o t s o f • • • Character & Charm ! Alcove fireplace, fridge, laundry facility, gated parking, intercom entry, WiFi and more.

• 310/552-8064 • Rooftop jacuzzi 310/864-0319 with panoramic city views. Close to Dining & Shops.

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Balcony, controlled access, parking, $3,500/MO. elevator, on-site laundry. Call 213/804-3761 Close to shopping, great restaurants BEVERLY HILLS and Metro. 3 BDRM + DEN + 2.5 BA. Totally Remodeled, 213/364-8423 approx. 2000 sf. W/D in L O S A N G E L E S unit, Central air/heat, 4 0 1 S . H O O V E R S t . rooftop access for BBQ, • • • • • • • • 2 car garage w/storage.

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419 S. PALM DRIVE • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. Beverly Hill, 90212 • Single $3,400/MO. • • • • • • • • Gina 310/600-2997

—————–––– * * * * * * * * * * BEVERLY HILLS Charming Spanish Duplex 3Bd+Den+ 2Ba Upper over 2,500 sq.ft in the heart of Beverly Hills. Icludes top-of-the-line appliances, washer & dryer, hardwood floors 2 car garage parking. Pets OK $4,800/MO. Available immdiately.

Call 310/413-8481

310/666-8360

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all listings are on CenturyCityLiving.com

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

*BEL AIR *WESTWOOD *CENTURY CITY

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

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

1 BED/1 BATH $2,900/MONTH

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High Floor Under Renovation Partial City/Ocean Views Available January, 2014

3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH

1 BED/1 BATH HIGH FLOOR $2,700/MONTH

Control access, pool, dishwasher, elevator, WEST L.A. on-site laundry 1935 Spanish Duplex Light / Airy / Large and parking.

213/385-4751

Upper front unit. Hard- with granite counters & wood floors, appliances, stainless steel sink patio, front+back yard. & appliances. New 7-Blocks to Beach berber carpet, hrwd foors a n d verticle $2,595/Month

Hardwood Floors / AC Lovely New Kitchen Beams, Fireplace

Quiet Location Jumbo Balcony Partial City Views

$3,100 323/931-1966

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232 S. Rexford Dr. Luxurious & Spacious 2 Bdrm, 2 Baths Hardwood floors, new kitchen cabinet with granite counters, all appliances, washer and dryer in the unit. $2,800/MO. Cell 310/926-6088 or 213/622-1428

For Sale See our Ad Sec. 270

blinds. fireplace, bar, washer and dryer included in laundry area. Secured building with garden courtyard. Choice location Near Beverly Center, Cedars- Sinai, Trader Joes, The Grove, Etc. No Pets. $2,850/MO. Shown By Appointment. 8544 BURTON WAY Call 310/569-6731 or 310/273-6770

—————–––– • BEVERLY 1HILLS • • 2 Bd. +1 /2 Ba.• Must see! X-L ARGE E LEGANT A PT.

• Newly Updated • New Carpet, drapes, w/d hook-ups, hi-ceilings, mirrored closets. Shared backyard. No pets.

washer/dryer in unit and 2 car parking.

Call 310/880-7281

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Robbins Dr. 2 Bd.+Den+1 Ba. $2,100 Tandem den makes ideal nursery or office. Hrwd. flrs, stove, d/w, ceil ing fans, walk-in closets, prkg. No Dogs. QUIET 6-UNIT COURTYARD BLDG.

818/594-1160

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$2,590/Month BEVERLY HILLS 310/271-6811 •• N E W L Y •• Cell: 310/994-4122 • • U P D A T E D • • 439 S. Rexford Dr. • 1 Bd. +1 Ba. •

—————–––– Hardwood floors, a/c, BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. laundry, covered prkg.

SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM, 336 S. Rexford Dr. 2 Bath Upper in tri-plex. $1,700/Month Balcony with view, large 310/860-9991 living and dining room, 310/433-1949 wet bar and all kitchen appliances. 3 car garage. BEVERLY HILLS $2,500/MO. SPACIOUS 1 BD. 1 BA.

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Day: 310/657-4623 Eve: 310/854-0623

$1,450/MO.

New carpet, stove, fridge, lower unit BEVERLY HILLS ADJ parking. 9583 ALCOTT ST. Pet Ok. Special: 1/2 * SPACIOUS * Securtiy deposit OAC. 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Call 310/278-8999

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Upper, new carpet, bar, balcony, stove, dishLARGE & LOVELY washer, laundry on each 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH floor, subterranean Near Beverly Hills parking. No pets. and UCLA. $2,400/MO 911 S. Wooster St. #5 Call 310/437-1826 $1,195/MO.

—————–––– UNIQUE & SPACIOUS CORNER UNIT !

Call 805/379-2000

448 PLOTS FOR SALE

Pico/Robertson WESTWOOD 2 Bd.+2 Ba. $2,175 M EMORIAL PARK • L IGHT & A IRY • Double Plot

1 Newly Remodeled Bath New custom built-ins in kitchen, dry bar, balcony, patio, huge closets, a/c, central heat, 2-car prkg., laundry facility. Cat OK.

For Sale in Sold Out Exclusive Area Opposite Chapel. Please Call For More Information:

310/273-6060 Exceptional Condition! Owner Leaving Area, 323/937-3737 REDUCED 40%.

BEVERLY HILLS

S E RV I C E

472

508

BAGS WANTED

BUY & SELL ESTATE PAWN SHOP

WANTED

We Buy Estates

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

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

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

475 GARAGE/ ESTATE SALE

BEL AIR ESTATE SALE Long Time Resident Has Passed Away. Exquisite furniture, rugs, draperies, chandeliers, designer clothes/shoes, furs & much more!

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

Dov Markovich

17326 Ventura Blvd

(at the CVS shopping center)

Encino, Ca. 91316

818-788-7117 • 954-675-4546

501 St. Cloud Rd. Bel Air, 90077 Sat. 11/30 • 8-2pm Sun. 12/01 • 8-2pm

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ANTIQUES / JEWELRY

HIGHEST CASH

LUXURY JEWELS

BUY & SELL

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Rabbi Jacob Pressman Rabbi Jack’s column will resume in the coming weeks, but for now Rabbi Jerry Cutler writes about Joel Pressman At every High Holiday the past many years, whenever our congregation, The Creative Arts Temple, under the direction of my wife Jeff, turned the auditorium of the Beverly Hills High School into a beautiful pulpit adorned with an ark, flowers, a screen and multimedia pictures reflecting our proud Jewish culture, always present to help was, the music department’s, Joel Pressman. Joel, with his sharp-tongued repartee and biting edged wit, kept us on our proverbial toes. He made sure everything was in place, helped us cut corners, eased our burdens and never failed to express his acerbic views on everything. Over the years my wife became quite close to Joel trying to convince me that he was unequivocally a total mensch. I refused to believe her due to his unorthodox approach to humor. Two years ago, when our regular cantor told us she was moving on, we were faced with the prospect of having our New Year services with only me on the pulpit, we panicked. Jeff said, “Why don’t we ask Joel? After all he was the school’s music teacher and the founder of the Beverly Hills High School Madrigal Singers.” The Rosh Hashana service went extremely well with Joel and I trading humorous wise cracks and puns and thought he wasn’t such a bad guy after all. It was some time during our new friendship that he casually mentioned that he was under treatment for fourth stage cancer. Jeff and I refused to believe it. He was strong, his voice powerful, his demeanor as wacky as usual…and the casual manner he stated it brought a measure of doubt into our minds. “Are you kidding?” “Would I kid about something as serious as that?” “How bad is it?” “It’s bad but I refuse to give up and there are signs of remission. Don’t be frightened, it’s going to be all right.” We decided not to be too concerned as he sure as hell wasn’t. During the next year we kept in constant touch with him as he continued with his teaching music and travelling with the Madrigals giving concerts throughout California. One summer’s day, we received an email asking his former students and friends to help him clear his room of artifacts, papers, music sheets, gifts received over the years as he was going to place them in storage as he no longer had the required strength to teach. Jeff and I went to the room he had taught literally thousands of students over the years. He saw us and came over with a smile and a light-hearted remark. I didn’t hear it because his physical change from when I had last seen him at services dulled my senses. His powerful demeanor was now a shadow of what he was. He was bent over and gaunt. The only thing left of Joel Pressman was his incredible sense of humor. The night before Yom Kippur Day, Jeff received an email on her iphone. It was Joel bidding a last farewell as he had given up the fight. We both were deeply saddened. At the service itself, I looked up the aisle of the vast auditorium and noticed a frail man walking with the help of a cane. It was Joel. I asked if he wanted to say something and he said, “Yes.” The entire congregation was hushed and Joel, not surprisingly, opened with a joke. The essence of his speech was that life was a gift and it was up to each and every one of us to cherish that gift and live life to its fullest His voice got stronger as he spoke and his message struck a chord (he’d love that reference) with every single person in our congregation. It was a moment, it was a day we shall never forget. As he walked, every single person fortunate to be at services that very special day, cried unashamedly and gave Cantor Joel a standing ovation. We still talk about Joel’s courage, strength and magnificent will to impart a message of life although his life was ebbing away. He raised our spirituality with his singing, our funny bone with his humor, our hearts with his soul. We at The Creative Arts Temple are richer for having had Cantor Pressman in our lives, albeit, for such a short time. Joel Pressman, you may be gone physically, but you will never, ever be forgotten. Rabbi Jerry Cutler

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If the City of Beverly Hills wants to prohibit the Metro project from going directly under Beverly Hills High School, it should get the court’s approval now. If it is not available now, it’s not going to be available later. I cannot believe the court will say to wait till later when Metro has a history of doing what it wants when it wants it done. I certainly would not want the court to say: “You should have asked earlier.” Metro has already indicated where it intends to go...which is directly under the high school. What are we waiting for? Herbert L. Wallerstein

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