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Beverly Hills Welcomes A New Board Of Education Tuesday The Beverly Hills community is invited to come to the Board of Education installation ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 5:30 p.m. at the Salter Theatre. President Jake Manaster will step down and on Tuesday Board VP Noah Margo is expected to assume the presidency. Howard Goldstein will be sworn in as a new member and current boardmember Lisa Korbatov will begin her second four-year term on the board. See Page 4 for the full story FACES OF EDUCATION — Saying goodbye to his role as an elected official, Board of Education President Jake Manaster (far left, with wife Lynda) credited her with much of his success; incoming boardmember Howard Goldstein former Board President Lisa Korbatov is set to begin her second term .

BHFD raises money for victims of Typhoon Haiyan 4

Lilly is a 7-lb chocolate chihuahua looking for a home this holiday season 4

“It was a long year, somewhat fascinating, had its “The Board’s diversity of opinion is “I am hopeful I have made a differchallenges, had a lot of unexpected things.” its greatest strength.” ence in the lives of our students.” -Jake Manaster -Howard Goldstein -Lisa Korbatov

BHHS students celebrate 6 years of culinary education 5

Good Shepherd Church collects groceries for the season’s gifting 5

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Grand Prix Celebs meet up in Texas for Formula One 5 •Arts & Entertainment 8 •Health & Wellness 20 •Birthdays 24

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THE WAR AGAINST NEUROLOGICAL DISEASES – Carmen A. Puliafito, M.D., MBA, dean of USC Keck School of Medicine, Mary Hayley and Selim Zilkha are fighting to end Alzheimer’s disease.

The Beverly Hilton’s Suite 100 Recreates A Legendary 1960s

Zilkha Pledges $5 Million For Alzheimer’s Research At USC

By Victoria Talbot For 60 years, The Beverly Hilton has been a symbol of hospitality, welcoming visitors amidst the rise and fall of trends, stardom and fashion. In 1961 the hotel’s legacy was sealed as the home of the Golden Globe Awards. With the iconic style that the Hilton so per-

sonifies, it’s no coincidence that General Manager Sandy Murphy has chosen the decade to represent the hotel for its contribution to time travel, Suite 100 and the Beverly Hills Centennial Celebration. “The ‘60s definitely resonate with this hotel. The Democratic Na(see ‘SUITE 100,’ page 10)

A Stellar Master Of Ceremonies, Bruce Boxleitner, Hosted The Caucus For Producers, Writers And Directors At The Beverly Hills Hotel. “A Chance To Be With The Biggest Names In The Industry!” Editorial from Rabbi Pressman AND MORE

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THE CAST OF THE HOBBIT: “THE DESOLATION OF SMAUG” – At the kick off of the “pop-up book installation at The Beverly Hilton are (from left): Aidan Turner (Kili), Richard Armitage (Dwarf-Prince Thorin Oakenshield), Peter Jackson (director, screenwriter and producer), Martin Freeman (Bilbo Baggins), Luke Evans (Bard the Bowman), Dean O’Gorman (Dwarf Fili). The movie opens Dec. 13. See story page 10.

Selim Zilkha and Mary Hayley are fighting Alzheimer’s disease, the only cause of death among the top 10 in the U.S. that cannot currently be prevented, cured or slowed. Zilkha, a member of the Keck School of Medicine of USC Board of Overseers, has pledged $5 million to the school to fund

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BEVERLY HILTON GENERAL MANAGER SANDY MURPHY– Stands in front of an historic photo of Gov. Edmund Brown, Sen. Lyndon Johnson, Sen Stuart Symington and JFK. Courier photo by Judith Ann Warren

an endowed chair in Alzheimer’s disease research. This brings Zilkha’s gifts to more than $30 million. “We are deeply grateful to Selim and Mary for their vision and support,” said Carmen A. Puliafito, M.D., MBA, dean of (see ZILKHA,’ page 14)

BON APPETIT —Hayley and Ta y l o r - A n n Hasslehoff with their mom Pamela BachHasslehoff s e r v e d Thanksgiving dinner to the homeless at The Los Angeles Mission. LA Police Chief Charles Beck joined them. For more photos, see George Christy’s column on page 6.

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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. BYRON POPE, CMC City Clerk

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BHUSD Board Members Set Future Priorities, Review Past Accomplishments By Laura Coleman With Jake Manaster retiring as president, Lisa Korbatov beginning a second term and Howard Goldstein beginning his first term on the board, all three agree that the most important issues facing the Beverly Hills Board of Education are the MTA controversy and modernizing school facilities. Upon stepping down, Manaster summed up his tenure this way: “It was a long year . . . had its challenges . . . but that’s pretty much been up

and down for four years. Trying to develop a plan for the new bond, trying to budget balance and leave the district in better shape than it was when I found it. ..It continues to bother me that we didn’t put a shovel in the ground,” he said, weighing the legacy of his tenure. “I don’t think the system is set up real well to efficiently use the confidence, trust and taxpayers’ support for improving our infrastructure or replacing or enhancing our schools when it comes to facilities. I think the

state should be doing that.” “I am committed to passing the bond in a way that is fully transparent and to educate the community as to the urgency to build and modernize our school district,” said Korbatov, beginning her second four-year term. “Coupled with the passing the bond once again, we need to work diligently to build out Horace Mann and show the community that we can put shovels in the ground and build our future in real time.” Goldstein, a trial and ap-

pellate attorney with years of experience in public school advocacy and oversight, said, “Measure E bond refinancing is a major issue. Our school facilities cannot wait another two decades to be upgraded, made seismically secure and structurally safe without a replacement bond.” With the MTA challenges looming, Goldstein and Korbatov renewed their commitment to resolution in favor of BHHS. “Although I am not opposed to mass transit, the Metro’s West-

side Subway Extension Project with its current alignment under Beverly Hills High School is a menace to the BHUSD’s ability to use its land as it sees fit,” said Goldstein. Korbatov agreed. “Metro cannot do their ‘bait and switch’ and jeopardize our sovereignty...The struggle with Metro is existential to this school district and by extension, to this City. I believe that is the single greatest challenge (see ‘BOARD,’ page 14)

Mariachi Mass Kicks Off Good Shepherd’s 90th Anniversary Year

BH FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION–The Beverly Hills Firefighters’ Association donated to Beverly Hills City employees affected by Typhoon Haiyan. All 73 members of the BHFA contributed to help the relief efforts. “We felt it was the right thing to do since all Beverly Hills City employees are a close-knit family and we wanted to help,” BHFA Boardmember Dean Viana said. Pictured (from left): BHFA Boardmembers Victor Gutierrez and Ken Signorio, firefighter Chad Beery, traffic safety officer Cora Collera, Viana and firefighter Humberto Covarrubias.

MAKE-A-WISH HONORS CHILDRENS HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES —Dr. Alan Wayne, director of Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Diseases; head of Division of Hematology, Oncology and Blood and Marrow Transplantaion, accepted the “2013 Medical Visionary” award for CHLA at The Beverly Wilshire. Sam Nazarian and sbe were honored with the “Corporate Leadership” award. Kobe Bryant received the “Shining Star” award. Full story will be in George Christy’s column next Friday, Dec. 13

sore and nauseous. Armstrong drove the woman home. Evidence was collected from a sexual assault exam. Armstrong is expected to appear in court for arraignment on Dec. 20 in Los Angeles Superior Court. He was apprehended at his home in Eagle Rock and booked at the BHPD. He was released after posting $100,000 bail. Armstrong bills his art as “Cosmic Extensionalism” and touts that he is “fast becoming (see ‘ARTIST,’ page 7)

WAITING FOR SANTA–Sophie and Kai Jaffe (3) wait for Santa at Two Rodeo. Courier photo by Victoria Talbot

munity what would soon be synonymous worldwide with the rich and famous, the only Catholic church in Beverly Hills is a landmark that was the setting for the 1954 A Star Is Born starring Judy Garland and holds a prominent place in the city’s ties to the entertainment industry. (see ‘SHEPHERD’ page 7)

LOVELY LILLY—Lily is a 2year-old, 7-pound chocolate Chihuahua who was abandoned at Carson Shelter with her three pups. While her babies were adopted, Lily was left behind and set to be euthanized. That’s when she was rescued by ShelterHopePet-Shop.org . Those interested in welcoming Lily to their family this holiday season may call Shelter Hope at 805-379-3538 or contact Kira Lorsch at 4Dogs@RHLGroup.com.

BENEFIT CONCERT FOR CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES AND TOYS FOR TOTS —L.A. City Councilmen Tom LaBonge and Mitch O'Farrell recognized America’s Got Talent star Jonathan Allen Wednesday.

‘Cosmic Artist’ Jack Armstrong Arrested For Alleged BH Rape By Victoria Talbot Jack Nary Armstrong, 56, who brands himself the “Cosmic Artist,” was arrested Friday for allegedly drugging and raping a woman on March 4, 2010 at the Beverly Terrace Hotel. The artist is charged with one count of rape on an unconscious person. The alleged victim claimed that she met Armstrong at a club where he bought her several beers. She next remembers waking up in a hotel without her underwear and pantyhose, next to the defendant. The defendant was naked and the victim was

Beverly Hills’ Church of the Good Shepherd will celebrate its 90th anniversary with its annual Mariachi Mass for the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 12, at the church, 504 N. Roxbury Dr. A reception will follow in the parish hall. “This is a good time to look at our history and heritage and to realize that we are part of a living and vibrant community, the Catholic community that gathers at Good Shepherd as well as the Beverly Hills’ civic and social community,” said Msgr. Thomas Welbers. “It’s a time to celebrate where we are coming from and where we are going,” added Welbers, who’s been with the church 4-1/2 years. Founded Dec. 12, 1923 in a small 9-year-old suburban com-

TIM CONWAY SETS BOOK SIGNING — Comedy legend Tim Conway, now a fiveweek New York Times best selling author, will be signing copies of his newly published What’s So Funny at a booksigning Wednesday, Dec. 11, at Carroll & Company, 425 N. Canon Dr., from 5 to 7 p.m. Host John Carroll announced that all book sales for that day will be donated to the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund.

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David Dreier Elected To Caltech Board Of Trustees

L.A. Jewish Home Holds Annual Gala At The Beverly Wilshire By Laura Coleman The Los Angeles Jewish Home honored Lacine and Joseph Held and Pamela and Mark Rubin with its Builder’s Award, and Robert Hirsch with its Sherman Grancell Leadership Award during the Home’s annual “Celebrations of Life: Reflections 2013” gala at The Beverly Wilshire. Last month’s event raised $550,000 that will help the Home in continuing to serve primarily financially-needy seniors with exceptional housing and health-care services. Founded in 1912, the Jewish Home serves more than 4,300

seniors annually with community-based and in-residence programs. The dinner was co-chaired by longtime Jewish Home supporters Joyce Brandman and Sandy Goldman. Monty Hall presented Robert Hirsch with the “Leadership” award, while singer/dancer/actress Michele Lee served as emcee. For many years the Helds have been philanthropic leaders for Jewish and educational institutions throughout Southern California. The Rubins’ connection to the Jewish Home spans a centu(see ‘HOME,’ page 11)

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VICE MAYOR LILI BOSSE WITH THE DIVINE MISS M–Lili Bosse attends a preview of opening night at the Geffen Playhouse. Beverly Hills resident Bette Midler plays Hollywood Super-Agent Sue Mengers in the one-woman show I’ll Eat You Last: A Chat With Sue Mengers, opening Friday. (Mengers was also a Beverly Hills resident.)

Former Congressman and new Beverly Hills resident David Dreier, chairman of the Annenberg-Dreier Commission at Sunnylands, was elected to the California Institute of Technology board of trustees. The commission is an initiative focused on the role of technology to enhance prosperity, good governance, and crosscultural links throughout the Pacific Rim. He is an advocate for innovative research and STEM education, and a distinguished fellow of the Brookings Institution. Dreier’s career in public

s e r v i c e includes 32 years in Congress. First elected in 1980, he served until January. He stepped down to David Dreier work for the advancement of science, research, and technology as a private citizen. Throughout his congressional tenure, he championed the work of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

This Year, Get A Pet Out Of The Shelters For The Holiday Season “Whisker Wonderland,” Saturday (Dec. 14) and Sunday (Dec. 15) at all L.A. City Animal Shelters will be a chance to find a new pet and get animals out of shelters for the holiday season. Visit www.laanimalservices.com for locations and to view adoptable pets. The event is sponsored by The Pet Care Foundation/aka PETS 90210, a non-profit dedi-

cated to the advancement of homeless pets in the L.A. area. It produces 11 adoption events a year, a monthly TV show on L.A. City Channel 35 and the Beverly Hills city channel, and a pet adoption float in the Rose Parade. For more information, email bcrowe@kenquest.com, visit www.pet90210.org or call 310-887-7070.

GET COOKIN’–Beverly Hills High School students stand proud at the end of a night celebrating the six-year mark of the BHHS culinary program. The delicious evening was supported by donations from Whole Foods, Buttercelli and Mountain Gate Country Club. Pictured (from left): Erin Strickland, Bram Geiderman, Mike O'Neill, Evan Carl, Joseph Yun, Chef Rick Leece, Carlos Rodriguez, and Charles Sager. Courier Photo by Laura Coleman

BH Attorney ‘Mike’ Inman Dies At Age 82 By David C. Henley Special to The Courier Maurice “Mike” Cushing Inman Jr., prominent Beverly Hills attorney and community leader who held a top-level legal position in the Reagan Administration, died Nov. 26 at Ronald Reagan Medical Center, 5 days after his 82nd SEASONAL OFFERINGS–Church of the Good Shepherd parishoners collected bags of groceries to be distributed for the Thanksgiving holiday. The bags were placed in front of the altar for a blessing.

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Maurice “Mike” Inman

LAW ENFORCEMENT HONORED— From left, event Chair Tyler Izen, Arthur Kassel, California Atty. Gen. Kamala Harris; and Peter Repovich, president of The Los Angeles Police Protective League Eagle & Badge Foundation at the latter’s 12th anniversary “In The Line Of Duty” awards at JW Marriott downtown.

FORMULA ONE CELEBS–Actors Antonio Banderas (left) and Gerard Butler (right) flank singer Sting at the Grand Prix Formula One race in Courier Photo by Marie Manvel Texas.

Grand Prix Formula One Race In Austin Draws Local Celebs By Marie Manvel Special To The Courier The recent Circuit of the Americas (COTA) Grand Prix Formula One race in Austin, Texas, was abuzz with all the energy of an Olympic Village as stars of the big screen mingled with Formula One VIPs. Kenny Lombino of the Beverly Hills’ Merrill Lynch Wealth

Management office walked the F1 village and paddock there and stated: “It’s awesome and very powerful–the best racing experience you could have here in the good old U.S.A.” Among the celebrities on hand for the race and spotted in the Ferrari tent were Val Kilmer, Antonio Banderas, Melanie (see ‘RACE,’ page 11)

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Peter Gallagher with honoree Lesli Linka Glatter

neered quality winemaking, Dom Perignon remains the crown of the Moet & Chandon winemaking dynasty.

Julie Alexander

Master of ceremonies Bruce Boxleitner was flanked by producer Steve Stabler and Verena King (Bruce’s mate) during the 31st annual Caucus Awards dinner in Beverly Hills. Steve is producing Mostly Ghostly, an unusual thriller starring Bella Thorne, adapted from a R.L. Stein novel. Caucus founder Chuck Fries with wife Ava are shown to the right.

man with moxie. A man in full with verve and vigour. Tall, commanding, great looking, stylish, enormously likeable. Actor, author of sci-fi novels, a narrator of audiobooks, and co-starring with Andie McDowell in Hallmark’s Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove, now renewed for a second season. A Big Man on Campus, as they say in college, and a stellar master of ceremonies. Bruce Boxleitner.

his week, Bruce hosted the 3lst annual Caucus Awards dinner with ease and charm and humor in The Beverly Hills Hotel ballroom, a favorite party venue of ours where the banquet service overseen by Eric Drachmann is as good as it gets.

“This is the second time

I’ve hosted the awards,” says Bruce. “A chance to be with some of the biggest names in the industry who entertain millions. Educating, informing, inspiring. And helping them buy Bentleys, Porsches and mansions in Beverly Hills.”

elebrating this third decade, the Caucus for Producers, Writers and Directors, founded by the indomitable Chuck Fries, the Godfather of the Television Movie, funds student production grants through its Foundation.

Dennis Doty, who devel-

oped Good Morning America and Three’s Company, present-

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ed the Gold Circle Awards, along with Tom Hardy, to the winning students chosen from seven candidates. Johnny Nan WA, the second place winner, and first place winner Lily Niu won $20,000 and $65,000 certificates from Panavision for post-production services.

in Di Bona, producer of the longest running America’s Funniest Home Videos, presented the Distinguished Service Award to the eloquent Sharon Arnett. They were followed by Norman Powell acknowledging Arnold Shapiro, a television producer of 50 years, having sold his first project at age 22 and producing more than 90 shows, including the CBS series Rescue 911.

eceiving the New Vision Award, Scott Ross brilliantly recounted the various ages of television, and that CGI and digital image manipulation are now more critical to the filmmaking community, adding that 48 of the top 50 all-time boxoffice hits are CG or VFX-driven films.

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just wrapped the season’s finale of Homeland, shooting in Morocco with seven languages among cast and crew, working until 6 AM after a hard, all-night shoot,” responded Lesli Linka Glatter after winning the Director’s Award. Lesli’s helmed segments of West Wing, ER, Mad Men.

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Lathan brought on Robert Papazian to accept the Lifetime Achievement Award. A hilarious Chuck Lorre was

Honorees Scott Ross and Jeff Wachtel

Geralyn and Dennis Doty

acclaimed with the P r o d u c e r ’s Award. G. W. Bailey presented the Writer’s Award to The Closer’s James Duff. And Jeff Wachtel, President and chief Content Officer at NBCU CableEntertainment, was hailed by Mark Gordon as Executive of the Year.

ary Grossman appealed for funds, and the Caucus’ longtime member Lee Miller delivered the opening and closing remarks. Chuck and Ava Fries were fondly missed (under the weather as they were), and the crowd was pleased to greet and meet Robert (R.J.) Wagner.

huck’s son Michael Fries, the CEO of Liberty Global, is the mastermind of the $23 billion Virgin Media takeover. And says he enjoys being the lead singer in a CEO Rock Band, The Moderators, that raises millions for charity.

e sat with producer Steve Stabler (Dumb and Dumber, Kingpin) and Ellen and Norman Powell, who we discovered is the son of Dick Powell and Joan Blondell. When they divorced, Joan wed Mike Todd. Norman then lived with them. About Mike, who later married Elizabeth Taylor, he muses,”Ver-r-r-y interesting.” Was he temperamental? Guess. Among Mike’s long-lived quotes: “I’ve been rich and I’ve been poor … and believe me rich is better.”

t was Dick Powell who built the stately estate for wife Joan Blondell on Heather Road off Coldwater Canyon in Beverly Hills. In later years it

Robert (R.J.) Wagner

became the ultra-luxurious mansionette for the powerful agent Ed Limato, whose million dollar Oscar weekend parties remain legendary. Ed made agent Sue Mengers seem like penny ante. She is portrayed by Bette Midler this month at the Geffen Playhouse in John Logan’s I'll Eat You Last, with many tickets priced at $400. Even her friends agree Sue was a “pain in the ass.”

eff’s sculptures, as the global art crowd from China to Russia knows, sell for multimillions, lately evidenced during a Christie’s auction when Las Vegas hotelier king Steve Wynn paid $33 million for Jeff’s Tulip sculpture.

residing over Wally’s Wines and Spirits in Westwood, Christian Navarro is now partnered with the billionaire wineloving Marciano brothers (Paul, Maurice and Armand).

he Dom Perignon 2003 vintage rosé nests inside the metal sculpture of Jeff’s Balloon Venus. “For every one of the several hundred sculptures in our stock,” notes Christian, ay back when, we “we have – at the least! – five crowned Ed as the Barefoot buyers”. The retail price is Host in the Versace Shirt. Truth $20,000. to tell, it didn’t take long for savvy Donatella Versace to FedEx an exclusive silk shirt of her design for Ed to don on his Online at night of nights with the fashion- www.bhcourier.com/georgechristy able Who and the Who. You had to be there.

eff Koons, the internationally admired 58-year-old artist born in York, Pennsylvania, has joined the dozens of artists designing labels for the wine industry. For more than half a century, the art-centric Phillipe de Rothschild of the oenephile’s favorite Chateau Mouton Rothschild, welcomed artists to create designs for the wine’s annual vintages. From Andy Warhol to Lucian Freud, each artist was reimbursed with a case of the winery’s premier cru Bordeaux.

eff Koons entered the fray this year with his Artist Jeff Koons’ sculpBalloon Venus for Dom ture for the Dom Perignon Perignon that Jeff describes as 2003 vintage rosé sells for “that fantastic champagne.” $20,000 at Wally’s Wines Named for the 17th century and Spirits. Benedictine monk who pioBEVERLY HILLS

Wally’s Wines and Spirits Archives

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Vin Di Bona with honoree Sharon Arnett

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To further mark its celebration, the church is also developing a display of historic photographs for a Sunday in early January, following the masses, for parishoners and the community. “We don’t have systematic archives, a stock of photos or historical documents to simply pull out. So we have to ask

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the most famous artist on the planet.” His website features paintings and multimedia works, including painted HarleyDavidsons and bicycles, priced in the seven figures. Armstrong alleges that Andy Warhol called him the “Last Wizard,” though there no printed link to

people to contribute and look into newspaper archives to come up with historical tidbits.” Regular posts of historical information and photos are also being posted regularly on the church’s website, www. gsbh.org. For more information, call the church office, 310-285-5425, or visit www.goodshepherd.bh.org. Armstrong can be traced. He is also unmentioned in critical art journals. Police say Armstrong has been arrested for a similar prior sexual assault. Detectives are seeking the public’s assistance in finding other victims. Anyone with information may call Detective Daniel Chilson of the BHPD at 310-285-2159.

ARTS & E N T E RTA I N M E N T Aftermath Depicts Holocaust Atrocities Through

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A Smartly Woven Story, That Unfortuately Is True The fact that Aftermath caused an uproar in Poland and its writer/director and leading actor’s lives were threatened, is reason enough to see this totally engrossing film currently at Laemmle’s Royale Theatre in West LA.

Jerry Cutler On Film Based on a book about Polish villagers who will do everything in their power to avoid the truth about its Jewish neighbors

who were put to death when the Nazis invaded their town, Aftermath, as crafted by Polish director Wladyslaw Pasikowski, is a thriller that casts guilt today for the horrors exacted yesterday. Jozef’s brother Franciszek returns home after 20 years living in Chicago to their humble living quarters in a poor and friendless Polish village. The following day, when Franciszek goes to inspect their wheat field, he discovers many Jewish headstones. Jozef tells him they had been used to pave roads and that he was salvaging them. When asked for an explanation Jozef simply says: “They were human beings.” His deeds have provoked the hub of the townsfolk, who, still harboring anti-Semitic feelings, turn against him, a fellow Catholic, and cover the side of his barn with crudely painted Stars of David and anti-Jewish slurs. The movie depicts Holocaust atrocities through a very smart woven story that provokes many questions but, initially, gives no answers. The puzzle starts to unravel when the brothers refuse to back down. (see ‘AFTERMATH’ page 9)

BALLET STARS—BHHS sophomore Elizabeth del Rosario and freshman Matisse Love will dance the leading role of the Sugar Plum Fairy in the Marat Daukayev School of Ballet production on The Nutcracker starting tomorrow at Cal State L.A.’s Luckman Theatre. A former Sugar Plum Fairy, Alexandra del Rosario will be dancing the roles of Snow Queen and Arabian soloist this year. Other Beverly Hills residents in the show are Archer student Jordan Alberstone and El Rodeo students Presley and Everly Best and Momo del Rosario. Tickets at $34-$40 are available online at www.maratdaukayev.org. (See ad below for more details.)

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OUTLOOK B E V E R LY H I L L S OUTLOOK Forever Flamenco! will present Caminos Flamencos in “Fiesta Navidad” at 8 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 15 at The Fountain Theatre, 5060 Fountain Ave. (Fountain and Normandie). Led by the duo Yaelisa and Jason McGuire “El Rubio,” Caminos Flamencos returns to the Fountain for a holiday treat, backed by cantaora Kina Mendez, and featuring their compañeros Manuel Gutierrez, Briseyda Zarate and Mizuho Sato. Tickets, at $40, are available by calling 323-663-1525 or visiting www.FountainTheatre.com. Secure, on-site parking is $5. ***** Theatre 40, the Beverly Hills-based theater company will present a program of holiday-themed readings at 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 21 at Westwood Library, 1246 Glendon Ave. The humorous and touching seasonal selections include works by Loudon Wainwright, William Maxwell and Santa Claus. The cast includes Katherine Henryk, Daniel Leslie, Melanie MacQueen, David Reynolds and James Schendel. Admission is free and reservations are not necessary. For more information, call 310-4741739. *****

The Salastina Music Society will present Vivaldi’s iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons, featuring its co-artistic directors, violinists Kevin Kumar (Winter And Spring) and Maia Jasper (Summer And Autumn), at 4 p.m. tomorrow at the First Presbyterian Church, 1220 2nd St., Santa Monica. KUSC’s Brian Lauritzen will discuss how Vivaldi musically evokes the atmosphere, characteristics and festivities of each of the seasons. Tickets are $28. For more information, email info@salastinasociety.com or visit www.salastinasociety.org. ***** Genius On Hold, a documentary about Walter L. Shaw, the inventor credited with patenting call forwarding, touchtone dialing, the speakerphone and voice recognition, opens Friday, Dec. 13 at the Music Hall Theatre, 9036 Wilshire Blvd. The film, produced by the subject’s son Walter T. Shaw, and co-produced by Diana Ross-Shaw, is narrated by Academy Award nominee Frank Langella (Frost/Nixon, Robot & Frank). For more information visit: www.whoiswaltershaw.com . The weekly update and news for Beverly Hills.

Rare Revival Of Parfumerie At The Annenberg The romantic comedy Parfumerie, adapted by E.P. Dowdall from the Hungarian play Illatszertar by Hungarian émigré Miklos Laszlo, will have a rare revival as the first theater production of the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, through Dec. 22. Parfumerie’s charming plot has been adapted to film several times, including The Shop Around the Corner, In the Good Old Summertime, and You’ve Got Mail, and as the Broadway musical She Loves Me. The cast of Parfumerie is leaded by Richard Schiff (Tony Ziegler on The West Wing), Eddie Kaye Thomas (American Pie films, American Dad, Harold And Kumar Go To White Castle, HaroldAnd Kumar 3D Christmas), Deborah Ann Woll (Jessica Hamby on True Blood) and Arye Gross (TV: Castle, Six Feet Under). Set during Christmastime, 1937 in Budapest Hungary, the play centers around two bickering employees at an upscale boutique, who have been building an anonymous romantic relationship through letters to one another for two years. The play’s theme of letters is also a perfect homage to the historic Beverly Hills Post Office, now part of the Annenberg Center. Mark Brokaw, currently represented on Broadway with Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, is staging this production. Tickets range from $59-$99.For general information, call 310-246-3800 and for ticket services call 310- Eddie Kaye Thomas and Deborah Ann Woll 746-4000. For more information, visit www.thewallis.- in Parfumerie, now onstage at the Annenorg. berg. Photo by Jim Cox

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In a way, the theme is biblically based with the heart of its story emanating from the Old and New Testaments. However, the age-old and ever-present

feelings of hatred toward one another will, unfortunately, never subside and the Tower of Babel and its ominous message will continue to linger. Aftermath boldly brings out the hidden issues of a story that

unfortunately is based on truth. It’s an important film and should be seen. 3-1/2 Bagels out of 4 Jerry Ram Cutler, The Courier’s film critic, is rabbi at Creative Arts Temple.

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DWARF KING THROR – The backdrop for the bust is Hidden Bay, Turoa, bringing the New Zealand location to life. The Penthouse Collection Suite at The Beverly Hilton will feature appointments by Tom Ford Design including a circular sofa and retro chandeliers as seen in this rendering.

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tional Convention was here; JFK was here. We had Ronald and Nancy here in the ‘60s. The Golden Globes found their home at this hotel. It really makes sense for us. We were sort of the White House of the West, as well as the whole movie star and fashion side of things,” said Murphy. “We think Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast At Tiffany’s personifies that. Our other muse is Tippi Hedren in The Birds. It was a fashion revolution, as well as a revolution.”

The Beverly Hilton joins the L’Ermitage, the Montage, the Peninsula and the Beverly Hills Hotel in a celebration of the City’s Centennial with Suite 100. Each hotel has selected a decade of history to recreate, offering a unique time-travel experience for Beverly Hills’ 100th anniversary celebration. Rooms will be available for booking in 2014. Guests may choose a stylish, vintage convertible to transport them to their destination. The Penthouse Collection suite will feature appointments by Tom Ford Design including a

circular sofa and retro chandeliers. The bedroom will exhibit a padded headboard and rotary dial phone; contemporary records will play on the stereo turntable. Viewing options will include a selection of Golden Globe winners. Relax in a bucket chair on the balcony. Record your thoughts with a typewriter while you order breakfast from an authentic, archived menu. Throughout 2014, “there will be surprises,” said Murphy, to update the decade through the 60s.”

POP-UP MOUNTAIN – The real location is Aoraki, Mt. Cook; fans have started a trend toward film tourism.

BEORN’S HOUSE – With a giant chair prop from the set, is actually in Paradise, Queensland, the backdrop for this pop-up.

Hobbits From New Zealand ‘Pop Up’ This Week At Beverly Hilton The country that provided the epic backdrop to one of the world’s best-loved fantasies, The Hobbit trilogy, has created the world’s largest pop-up book, displayed this week, at The Beverly Hilton to recreate the film fantasy and share the beauty of New Zealand. While movie fans await the opening of the second installment in the epic, The Hobbit: The Desolation Of Smaug, which premieres Dec 13, New Zealand has taken a cue from Hollywood by unveiling the pop-up Book Of New Zealand in Beverly Hills. Like a child’s pop-up book that conveys scenes with parts that can be manipulated by their small hands to bring the story to life, the Book Of New Zealand conveys four distinct backdrops for the movie in a space roughly the size of two tennis courts and 50 feet high. New Zealand filmmaker Sir Peter Jackson has introduced the film tourism phenomena with his J.R.R. Tolkien -inspired wizardry, sharing the magnificent terrain with the world in his films. Guests literally stepped into the giant book to take a unique journey through four principal film locations for the Trilogy, combin-

ing the reality of the book and the magic of the movies with the authenticity of the Middleearth locations. In the film, the four sets are Hidden Bay (Turoa, Ohakune), Forest River (Pelorus River, Marlborough), Lake-town (Lake Pukaki, Mt. Cook) and Beorn’s House (Paradise, Queenstown.) Authentic props used for the pop-up Book Of New Zealand included the giant wooden armchair from Beorn’s house, two-level waterside houses and a boat from Lake-town and the gigantic brooding bust of the dwarf-king Thror that stood over the back entrance to Lonely Mountain. Access to the pop-up Book Of New Zealand was limited during its five-day stay in Beverly Hills. A few select fans had the chance to browse as part of a public tour Wednesday. The much-anticipated The Hobbit: The Desolation Of Smaug is the second in the trilogy of book adaptations from The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien from Oscar-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson. The film is a production of New Line Cinema and MetroGoldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM), with New Line managing production.

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ry and four generations. Pam Rubin’s great aunt and uncle, H. Lew and Sadie Zuckerman, helped establish the Home in 1912. Community-based Jewish Home programs include the

December 6, 2013 | Page 11 Brandman Centers for Senior Care (BCSC), a Program of Allinclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), Jewish Home Health, Skirball Hospice, Jewish Home Center for Palliative Medicine, the Ida Kayne Transitional Care Unit, the Auerbach Geriatric Psychiatry Unit and community clinics.

The Holidays Are Coming; You Better Watch Out Just in time for the holiday season, the BHPD will present a Neighborhood Watch for teens, adults and seniors. “How To Avoid Being Scammed” will be on Tuesday , Dec. 10, at 5:30 p.m. at First Bank, 9145 Wilshire Blvd. Information on identity theft, scamming and home protection will be presented by BHPD Sgt. George DeMarios and Sgt. Max Subin.

“Be vigilant during e Holidays; this is a time of increased theft and burglary. Seniors living alone are the most vulnerable target. Scammers and hackers will attack anyone, but studies have shown the average offraud victims is 69 years,” said Ilona Sherman, Neighborhood Watch block captain and commissioner of Human Relations. Teens on Facebook are at

risk for identity theft when they register their birthday, providing one of the most valuable pieces of information for an ID thief. “Neighborhood Watch brings a cohesiveness to resident and provides a valuable source of information and community support,” said Sherman. “The best part is, neighbors get to connect. “ RSVP: 310-777-1900

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after the race. Bernie Eccelstone, “father of F1,” perused the venue, seemingly proud of his “successful baby.” That Sebastian Vettel won the race was no surprise as he led virtually the entire 56-lap race on his way to setting a new Formula One record for consec-

utive wins–eight in row. His unprecedented streak began on Aug. 25, when he took the checkered flag at the Belgium Grand Prix, and followed that with wins in Italy, Singapore, Korea, Japan, India and Abu Dhabi.

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Griffith, Sting and Gerard Butler. Niki Lauda, the real life character portrayed in the movie Rush was the biggest hit, with adoring fans screaming for his autograph, as he walked the pit

HOME SWEET HOME–The Los Angeles Jewish Home held its annual gala at The Beverly Wilshire.. Standing (from left): Joseph and Lacine Held, Robert Hirsch, Pamela and Mark Rubin; Seated Sandy Goldman (left) and Joyce Brandman

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HISTORIC HOME–- Built in 1911 for Beverly Hills founder, oil baron Charles Canfield by architect John C. Austin, the home was sold shorty after Canfield's wife was tragically murdered, followed by a sensational trial that rendered Los Angeles spellbound. The Wright family owned the home until 2002. The buyer applied for a demolition permit and the community responded. It is on the National Register of Historic Places. Developer Bill Davidson restored and updated the home, which is again on the market.

Canfield-Wright House, BH Founder’s Del Mar Historic Home, On the Market By Victoria Talbot Charles Adelbert Canfield was a wildcatter. He left New York in 1869 and traveled the Southwest in search of oil. He

found it 17-years later beneath the southwest desert. He formed the ChanslorCanfield Midway Oil Co. and began looking at California.

In 1892, Canfield and Edward L. Doheny discovered oil at the intersection of Patton and Colton Street, northwest of downtown Los Angeles. It was the beginning of something big. Together with Burton E. Green, Max Whittier, Frank H. Buck, Henry Huntington, William F. Herrin and William G. Kerchoff, they would go on to look for oil in the land below Rancho Rodeo de las Aguas and they would not find it. Instead, men of vision, in 1900, they formed the Rodeo Land and Water Company and developed Beverly Hills. Canfield and his wife Chloe lived with their four sons and one daughter at 8th and Alvarado. Chloe was regarded for her great beauty and generosity. She was a leading figure in social and charitable circles in Los Angeles until her unfortunate murder by a disgruntled coachman in January 1901. Morris Buck, 28, had come to the Canfield home asking for Mrs. Canfield. Buck had been fired for mistreating the family’s horses and had

written Mrs. Canfield for a loan to start his own business. Upon his arrival, his demands frightened the servants. Mr. Canfield was in Mexico (where he founded the Mexican Eagle Petroleum, later Pan American Petroleum, making Mexico the secondlargest oil producer in the world) with his daughter but Chloe Canfield met Buck at the door. She refused him a loan – and he shot her three times. Buck was caught by a bicycle patrol and some neighbors a few blocks away, hiding at the MacArthur Park boathouse. The murder was a Los Angeles sensation. Canfield persuaded defense attorney Earl Rogers to switch sides. Rogers prevailed in a sensational trial and Buck was hanged, but Charles Canfield was never the same. He retired to his home in Del Mar, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. There he formed the South Coast Land Company with Henry Huntington and thus, established the cities of Beverly Hills and Del Mar. Canfield is the subject of

the movie There Will be Blood. Their daughter, Caroline Canfield, married Silsby Spaulding the sports goods magnate. From 1926-1928, Spaulding served as the first mayor of Beverly Hills. During his tenure he appointed Will Rogers with the title of “Honorary Mayor.” The Canfield-Wright House was built by Los Angeles architect John C. Austin (Griffith Park Observatory). The 10,200-square foot home with majestic high ceilings, multiple fireplaces and oak flooring boasts a billiard room with copper inlay box beams. In 2002 a developer, who sought a demolition permit, purchased it. Save Our Heritage Organization, a local group, went into action, landing the property on the National Register of Historic Places. Local developer Bill Davidson bought the home and restored it. For inquiries on this historic residence. call Laura Barry, 858-756-2266.

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the Keck School. Alzheimer’s is a degenerative brain disorder that leads to memory loss and changes in thinking and brain functions that affects more than five million Americans. “My mother and eldest brother suffered from Alzheimer’s, and later my eldest sister from dementia,” said Zilkha. “If we don’t do something, by 2050 the number of people in the U.S. with Alzheimer’s or dementia may nearly triple to 13.8 million. We must reverse this progression.” An owner in Zilkha Biomass Fuels, Zilkha is known for his innovation and success as an entrepreneur and medical benefactor. Zilkha established the Zilkha Neurogenetic Institute (ZNI) at USC with a $20 million gift in 2002. He reaffirmed his commitment in 2011 with a $5 million gift for recruitment of senior scientists and investigators. This latest gift establishes the Mary Hayley and Selim

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we face. The politicians have chosen phantom ridership and vanity stations for developers over children. They would rather spend $9 billion for nine miles of rail, for four percent of overall ridership, to practice crony capitalism and corporate welfare.” Implementing Common Core is another issue the district faces. “The Common Core will be an interesting and new effort for all of our schools. I am excited for what the future holds,” said Korbatov.

Zilkha Chair for Alzheimer’s Disease Research to directly support research into the causes, treatments and understanding of Alzheimer’s disease. ZNI Director Berislav V. Zlokovic, M.D., Ph.D., professor and chair of the Department of Physiology and Biophysics has received numerous awards for his work, including the MetLife Award, the Potamkin Prize from the American Academy of Neurology, the Javits Award from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, and a MERIT Award from the National institute on Aging. He was most recently named a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science for his contributions toward a comprehensive understanding of the role of CNS microcirculation and bloodbrain barrier in chronic neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease. “We now have a plan that intends to prevent and effectively treat Alzheimer’s disease by 2025,” Zlokovic said. “We hope that our research will contribute to that goal.”

“Aligning our K-12 curriculum to the newly mandated Common Core standards is imperative if we are to maintain our recent success,” said Goldstein. “To achieve this we must provide our educators with the tools and professional development necessary for our students to thrive in this 21st century educational model.” Goldstein expressed confidence in the future. “I truly believe we will be a board that this community will look back on as one of the most cohesive and productive boards this district has ever seen.”

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Associates For Breast And Prostate Cancer Studies (ABCs) 24th Anniversary Gala is-&-was ‘The Talk Of The Town’

ABCs President/Gala Co-Chair Gloria & John Gebbia

JWCI Chairman Patrick Wayne, with Co-Honoree Ann Margret, Michael Wayne

Sister Maureen Craig with Co-Honoree Robert Wagner

Co Honorees Roseann & Bill Patterson

Chad Michael Murray with Nicky Whelan

Cindy & Craig Brown

Dick Haft with Millie Nixon

Judy & Dr. Lawrence Piro

Patrick Loo & Dr Delphine Lee

Eddy & Adele Dantes

Eddy & Claudia Greenberg

Elaine & Jack Lerman

Dr. Elliot & Joni Alpert

Elsa & John Gebbia

Sima & Jeff Lehman

Annie & Shelly Lehrer

Harland Feldman with Elaine Weinstock

Howard & Ruth Gilliam

Irene & Norby Walters

Shana Forman

Donald Lettiere

Kym Whitley

Nicole Murphy

Francesca Daniels

Kim, Tristan, & Richie Gebbia

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The ABCs (Associates for Breast and Prostate Cancer Studies) drew a packed house at The Beverly Hilton for its 24th anniversary Gala - “The Talk of the Town”- to benefit cancer research at John Wayne Cancer Institute at St. John’s Health Center. Honorees and their awards were actress Ann-Margret (Spirit of Entertainment), actor Robert Wagner (Spirit of Hollywood), and business leaders Roseann and Bill Patterson (Spirit of Hope). Co-chaired by ABCs President Gloria Gebbia and First Vice President Sheri Rosenblum, the event was emceed by Kym Whitley with entertainment by the O’Jays. The ABCs would like to send its special appreciation to Beverly Photos by Shana Forman Cohen for providing the table and room decor in making this Gala one of the most successful ever.

Beverly & Bob Cohen

Marty & Lisa Greenberg

Bob & Marlene Ridgley

Bob & Audrey Bornstein

Lenore & Louie Alfano

Marvin & Dodo Gayle

Leonard & Ada Sands

Phyllis Parvin with Sheldon Slaten

Sam & Ardyth Freshman

Carlton & David Gebbia

Seymour & ABCs First VP/Gala Co-Chair Sheri Rosenblum

Jordan & Jill Farmer

Marilyn & Allen Golden

Madeline Gussman with Bob Vernon

Marilyn & Herb Heller

Barbara Clago & Allison Clago

Michelle & Michael Epps

Austin Schultz with Madison Gebbia

Roger & Gail Dauer

Ramana Greenberg with Diana Greenberg

Astrid & George Metsos

Stan & Marcia Rosner

Shelly & Donald Sterling

Wanda Pressberger Shel & Cathy Bachrach

Willie & Pam Allen

Jerry Marcellino with Stephanie Hibler

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THE COURIER’S The social scene and seen D E S E RT Tommy Tune Enchants, Michael Childers Dishes

PSIFF, The Oscars’ Crystal Ball, Announces Honorees here is not an ounce of body fat on his 6-foot, 4-inch frame (he works out six hours a day, except for Sundays when he goes to church). His syncopated rhythms and fluidity of his tap-dancing feet are even more remarkable when you learn he is 74 years of age, with a career as a Broadway and motion picture dancer, actor, choreographer and director that has been going strong for more than a half-century. There is only one person who merits this description: Tommy Tune. And for one magical night, he shared his talents with a sold-out performance of his show: “Tommy Tune – Taps, Tunes and Tall Tales” in support of the Annenberg Theater Council’s 11th annual opening night. The 433-seat, intimate Annenberg Theater is part of the Palm Springs Art Museum with a proud history of providing outstanding theatrical programming. Tickets, if you were lucky enough to find any, were available at two levels: performance only, or performanceplus a post-show dinner catered by

760-325-8481. ****** It has begun, the slow, enticing dripping of information regarding Januar y’s honorees at the Palm Springs International Film Festival. Each is worthy of their recognition and, Oscar fans take careful note, you will hear most of these names in the leadup to the Academy Awards. • Bruce Dern will be presented with the film festival’s Career Achievement Award; and his portrayal of inscrutable elderly father in Nebraska is deserving of recognition.

Frances Allen Desert Roundup Spencer’s Restaurant, whose owner Harold Matzner was a presenting sponsor along with museum patron Donna Julia Roberts MacMillan. Our luck came in the form Photo by Carter Smith of Margie Victor, the evening’s bronze sponsor, who gifted two top-tier tickets to my husband as a birthday present. Guests at the dinner were able to meet and mix with all the celebrities in attendance; not only Tommy Tune, but such well-known personalities as Carol Channing, Kaye Ballard, new Desert residents Lucie Arnaz and husband Larr y Luckinbill, Michael Childers, Bruce Vilanch, Alan and Marilyn Bergman and Jackie Collins. In short, the evening was mesmerizing. Tommy clearly showed why the New York Conservancy has designated him as a “living landmark.” ****** Admit it, we all gossip——don’t necessarily earn money telling the juicy bits. That, however, is not the case with best-selling author Jackie Collins, celebrity photographer Michael Childers and Hollywood funny-man Matthew McConaughey Photo by Mark Liddell Bruce Vilanch. • The Spotlight Award will be preChilders gave a new look into the literary salons of yesteryear when he sented to Julia Roberts for her work in called his fellow raconteurs for a “dine August: Osage County. Presented by and dish” gathering to support the the Weinstein Company, the film is both touching and hilarious. Desert’s AIDS Assistance Program. • Matthew McConaughey’s perThe price for this night of food and frolic was $1,000 a plate, and while formance in the Dallas Buyers Club about two-dozen guests were expect- earned him the Deser t Palm ed, the event held in a private home Achievement Award for playing the role was over-sold by 200 percent. It seems of a real life cowboy diagnosed with like ever yone loves a behind-the- HIV and given one month to live. Another Desert Palm Achievement scenes look at Hollywood when it lets Award will be presented to Sandra its hair down. Proceeds go to the AIDS Bullock in recognition of her demandAssistance Program, which provides ing role as astronaut D. Ryan Stone in shopping vouchers to individuals and Gravity. The Palm Springs International families suffering with HIV/AIDS. For more information and to inquire Film Festival does not forget directors about upcoming events, telephone and Steve McQueen will be presented

Sandra Bullock will receive the Desert Palm Achievement Award in recognition of her demanding role as astronaut D. Ryan Stone in Gravity (above). The Palm Springs International Film Festival does not forget directors and Steve McQueen (left) will be presented with the Director of the Year Award for 12 Years A Slave.

with the Director of the Year Award for 12 Years A Slave, about a man sold into slavery, eventually to return home to freedom. For information about the Palm Springs International Film Festival’s Awards Gala on Jan. 4, call 760-3222930.

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HOW DO Y O U F E E L ? Leapfrog Group Again Selects CHLA As One Of The Nation’s Safest Hospitals M E D I C I N E , H E A LT H & W E L L N E S S

For the fifth consecutive year, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) has earned the “Top Hospital” designation from The Leapfrog Group, which annually recognizes the best hospitals in the nation for providing the safest and highest quality health care. CHLA is

one of only 13 children’s hospitals nationally to receive this honor and was the only children’s hospital in L.A. County to earn the top award. “This is an outstanding achievement for Children’s Hospital,” says Richard D. Cordova, FACHE, CHLA presi-

The Children’s Hospital Los Angeles campus on Sunset Boulevard

den/CEO. I want to acknowledge the incredible work by our doctors, nurses and staff, and particularly our Quality Improvement and Patient Safety team, all of whom contributed tremendously to our success in 2013. This “Top Hospital” designation also honors the excellence of our board of trustees and its Safety, Quality and Service Committee, which oversees quality management at our hospital.” Leapfrog recognizes hospitals that demonstrate lower infection rates, medical error prevention and reduction of mortality for high-risk procedures and surgeries. “Quality

and safety are our highest priorities and I’m proud that Children’s Hospital stands out year after year as one of the best children’s hospitals in the nation,” says James E. Stein, MD, CHLA associate chief of surgery and chief medical quality officer. CHLA was selected as a Top Hospital among the 1,324 hospitals nationwide that completed the survey. The Leapfrog Hospital Recognition Program uses standards from the Leapfrog Hospital Survey to calculate an overall quality score for each hospital. The quality score, which is a numerical value from 0 to 100, includes

Leapfrog’s standards for preventing medication errors, ICU physician staffing, safe practices, never events and in some cases preventing hospitalacquired conditions such as infections. Hospitals with high quality scores have demonstrated strict adherence to Leapfrog’s safety and quality standards. While several agencies and organizations collect and publicize hospital quality data, the Leapfrog Hospital Survey sets the highest bar for comparing hospitals’ performance on the national standards of safety, quality and efficiency that are most relevant to consumers and purchasers of care. The survey provides the most comprehensive picture of how patients fare, what resources are used to care for patients and how management promotes safety and quality. To qualify for this honor, eligible hospitals must also earn an “A” from Leapfrog’s Hospital Safety Score, which grades hospitals based on expert analysis of infections, injuries and medical errors. The Leapfrog Group’s annual class of top hospitals was announced Tuesday at its 13th anniversary meeting in Arlington, Virginia.

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birthday. Funeral services were held at Church of the Good Shepherd last Monday. The alumnus of El Rodeo Elementary School and BHHS received a BS in finance from UCLA where he graduated summa cum laude, was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa honorary scholastic society and was a member of Phi Kappa Psi fraternity. He received his law degree from Harvard University in 1957, and practiced law in Beverly Hills, specializing in immigration matters, ever since. Inman also was admitted to practice before the California Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals, the U.S. Supreme Court, and was a member of the Beverly Hills, Los Angeles County, California, American and District of Columbia bar associations. He was a long-time member of the Rotary Club of Beverly Hills and Bel- Air Bay Club. In 1981, President Ronald Reagan appointed Inman as chief legal officer and general counsel of the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service. He

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BH Academic Tutoring Program Now Enrolling, Seeking Volunteers The Beverly Hills Academic Tutoring Program provides improved grades, greater self-confidence and enhanced study skills. For 26 years, the tutoring program has consistently delivered results for K-8 elementary school students. Every participant receives individually tailored instruction on the areas of need. The fun, inspiring and engaging program is supervised by Adrienne Weise. Registration is currently open or the winter and spring sessions. The winter session is Jan. 7-Feb. 27. To register, visit www.beverlyhills.org/BHRegOnline. The program had wait lists during the 2012 fall session, so early registration is suggested. The Beverly Hills Academic Tutoring Program is seeking volunteers to work with elementary school children having social and/or academic difficulties. High School students will receive community service hours. For more info contact Weise at adriennetutor@gmail.com or call 310-285-6810.

LEARNING AFTER HOURS–Registration for winter and spring with the The Beverly Hills Academic Tutoring Program is now underway. Pictured (from left): Katie Segel (Brentwood tutor), Elle Dzbak (student), Adrienne Weise (program supervisor) and Audrey Park (BHHS tutor). Below (from left), tutor Jonathan Schwartzman works with Sam Bernstein on his math homework while Daniel Simsolo (in blue shirt) works on his own project.

The Pop Ups, Jason Rabinowitz and Jacob Stein, will present an interactive family concert at The Skirball on Sunday, Dec. 29.

Skirball Sets Family Holiday Concerts The Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., is inviting families to celebrate winter with indoor, free family-friendly concerts. Upcoming concer ts include: • Jambo, performing from 2-3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 28, Two-time Parents’ Choice Award–winner Jambo takes audiences through the roots of American music. One par t Mississippi Delta, one part New Orleans street corner, and one part Chicago juke joint, Jambo’s performances are an imaginative experience for all ages. • The Pop-Ups will present an interactive family concert from 2-3 p.m, Sunday, Dec. 29. A 2013 Grammy nominee for Best Children’s Album, the group will present toe-tapping tunes and an electronic pop sound.The Pop-Ups incorporate colorful props, coordinated costumes, and puppets into their performances. Concerts are included with museum admission: $10 general; $7 seniors, full-time students, and children over 12;

$5 Children 2–12; free to Skirball Members and children under 2. There are no reservations and children must be accompanied by an adult.

The center is open from noon-5 p.m., Tuesday-Friday, and 10 a.m. 5 p.m., weekends. For more information, call 310-440-4500 or visit www.skirball.org.

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A N O T H E R B I RT H D AY ! ?

Janet Salter

Vikki Dougan

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Dick Van Patten Nancy Krasne

Phyllis Parvin

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BIRTHDAY GREETINGS—Celebrating are Marilyn Gilfenbain, Byron Clark, Tom Hulce, Janine Turner, Vikki Dougan and Steven Wright (Dec. 6); Eli Wallach, Ellen Burstyn, and Edd Hall (Dec. 7); Kim Basinger, James Galway, Sinead O’Connor and Phyllis Parvin (Dec. 8); Beau Bridges, Kirk Douglas, John Malkovich, Judy Dench, Buck Henry, Donny Osmond, Allison Smith and Dick Van Patten (Dec 9); Myra Demeter, Kenneth Branagh, Susan Dey, Chris Matsumoto and Gloria Loring (Dec. 10); Teri Garr, Jermaine Jackson, Brenda Lee, Donna Mills, Eliot Finkel, Rita Moreno and The Courier’s Janet Salter (Dec. 11); Nancy Krasne, Brandon Beck, Bob Barker, Mayim Bialik, Fionna Flanagan, Connie Francis, Ed Koch, Susan Seidelman and Dionne Warwick (Dec. 12).

Joan Mangum

ACHIEVEMENT–On hand for Friends of Sheba’s “Women of Acheivement” luncheon in the Four Seasons were (from left): Jack Saltzberg, executive director; honorees Ruth Weil, Sharon Stone, and Ariela Shani; and Prof. Mordechai Shani, president of Sheba Medical Center Foundation. Photo by Philip Steinman

The Four Seasons on Doheny Drive was the locale for the Friends of Sheba Medical Center’s annual Women of Achievement luncheon honoring three very special

women. Ruth Weil, community advocate dedicated to a cure for cancer; Ariela Shani, VP/general manager of Neiman Marcus; and actress Sharon Stone. After the reception featuring a terrific selection of boutiques, we were welcomed by actress/writer and emcee Kate Flannery and Luncheon Co-Chairs Jill Janger and Marie Steinman. Shana Muldrow sang the Stars Spangled Banner and Robby Helperin followed withsang the Israeli anthem... The invocation was done by Rabbi Chaim Mentz. A video showing the work being done by Sheba Medical Center in Israel featured Michal Yalon-Oren, M.D., head of pediatric neuro-oncology...There were very few dry eyes in the room. We were very fortunate to have her come from Israel to speak about some of the cutting edge research being done and how children from all over the world come with their parents to be treated and the gains being made to eradicate brain cancer. We also heard from David Siegel, consul general of Israel, and Parham Zar on the executive committee of Friends of Sheba. Congrats to the luncheon committee... Lynn Ziman, Marianne Berman, Parvin Djavaheri, Randi Grant, Caroline Hackman, Aviva Harari, Michal Hobel, Shirley Lipstone, Stephanie Nemeth Bronson, Judy Shapiro and Carole Shnier for a very successful event. Proceeds support Dr. YalonOren and her work helping children with brain cancer. Among the guests, we saw Michael Wall, Dr. Anton Bilchik, Sharon Weil, Leslie McKinnon, Sister Maureen Craig, Diane Feldman, Stephan Nemith, Jill Mazursky, Marie Lallane Elfman, Natalia Safran, Clara-Lisa Kabbaz, Carla Ortiz, Stacy Ray, Robert Kahan, Thalia Sebagh and Harold Bronson.

Astrology

by Holiday Mathis

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Dec. 6). Your personal magnetism is amplified. Use this charisma surge to create a reversal as you’re good at building things and relationships. February's work focus oddly leads to more fun. April and August are best for travel. Competition will motivate you to make a serious commitment and stick with it. Cancer and Leo people adore you. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). If you are patient enough to commit taking slow, deliberate action, you’ll avoid mistakes and increase your awareness to ensure you are actually accomplishing something. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Recycling isn’t just for glass and cardboard. You’ll find something to reuse or repurpose, and the extra value you squeeze from this will help you reach a financial goal. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Your needs swing like a pendulum. First, you crave comfort, and then, excitement. You'll flirt with melodrama and romance and return to that stable, steady source. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). You become quickly involved with new people, and place your trust easily, not making anyone work too hard for it. As long as you don't make agreements that stretch beyond today, this turns out fine. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). You don’t force things to fit, because even if they finally move into place, they’ll likely pop back out at the slightest provocation. You’d rather keep searching for something that feels absolutely right. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20). Art has a way of challenging you in a way strictly logical pursuits cannot. It’s as though the music fully grasps you whether or not you fully grasp the music. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You use instinct and intuition when there is little else to go on. If you remember to use it when you have plenty of other information, the result will be impressive. CANCER (June 22-July 22). You can speculate all the live long day about what might happen if you try out various options, but you’ll never know for sure until you put yourself in the situation. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Contract negotiations, legal matters and joint ventures are among favored opportunities. At the front of your mind is a desire to help others with their goals, allowing you to get your own needs met. VIRGO (Aug. 23Sept. 22). Laziness is an obstacle you’ve overcome plenty of times in your life, but usually it’s someone else’s laziness. You’ve always been among the hardest working of people, and that trend continues today. Your reward is imminent. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’ll likely encounter strong masculine energy, and the smoothness of your day will depend how well you work with this kind of force. Figure out who does this well, and take your cue from this person. SCORPIO (Oct. 24Nov. 21). Your work habits may seem erratic, but casual passerbys don’t understand the politics involved. Sometimes you have to circle projects in order to appease all the right people.

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A Beverly Hills Man Visits The Grassy Knoll Scene In Dallas By Dan Harary Special to The Courier “It’s Nov. 22, 1963, every single day, every single year, here in Dealey Plaza,” our tour guide announced, as he drove a packed trolley bus. I’d gone to Dallas from LAX to attend the official JFK 50th Memorial Tribute Ceremonies, having applied for the lottery ticket selection to attend the event back in July. Once confirmed that I would be one of only 5,000 people so invited, I booked my flights and scored a room at the Hotel Lawrence, located just two blocks south of the Texas School Book Depository building, which I could see from my window. Considering myself something of a “student” of the JFK assassination, I simply had to be where the action was –in Dealey Plaza this Nov. 22 to mark the once in a lifetime, 50th anniversary of that truly awful event. I’ve been devouring everything I could get my hands on about the murder for nearly 40 years now, but reading countless books, newspaper and magazine articles, and watching dozens of films, TV shows and documentaries, will give an assassination fanatic only so much of the story. One simply has to stand on the grassy knoll, behind the picket fence, and next to the 6th floor window of the building to “experience” what it

must have looked, heard, and even smelled like at 12:30 pm, on that Friday five decades ago. When I hurriedly made my way to the grassy knoll, there were already hundreds of spectators around, taking photos from every conceivable angle, gathered in small groups to debate who “really” was behind the killing of President Kennedy. Having arrived too late for the museum tour (the attraction housed on the 6th floor of the former Book Depository building,) I spent some time instead in the museum’s gift shop. I thought I’d read a good number of JFK Assassination books in my life previously, but once I entered that gift shop, I realized I’d barely even scratched the surface. There were countless titles there I’d never even heard of. Strapped a bit for cash, I treated myself to just one: Dallas And The Jack Ruby Trial. I had to wake up extra early on Nov. 22, since everyone who had “won” a lottery ticket to attend the official city memorial event had to first go to the American Airlines Center, a few miles north of Dealey Plaza, to obtain a precious “gold wristband.” I only had from 7-10 a.m. that morning to secure the precious band—I hadn’t rented a car, and planned to take a taxi to the location. When I learned that Dallas police had cordoned off all nearby street

Dan Harary (left) at the historic site in Dallas.

access to within blocks of Dealey, including my hotel building, I realized that a cab could not physically pick me up. I was going to have to walk. I went outside to the sidewalk, and froze. Literally. Overnight, Dallas had been hit with a major cold front. It was now about 32-degrees outside – with wind chill factor more like 25. Committed to getting my wristband if it was the last thing I’d ever do, I put on my hooded sweatshirt, heavy coat, gloves, scarf, and extra thick socks. Returning to the sidewalk, I encountered an older woman. “Are you going to the event?” I asked. “Yes,” she replied. “How are you planning to get your wristband?” I asked again. “My brother is going to drive me,” she answered. I begged: “Please take me with you!” I was incredibly fortunate to hook up with this woman, Kay, her older brother, Gary

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(both from Orange County) and Gary’s daughter, Heidi, from Seattle, for the remainder of the day. Since Gary had a car, and was fearless when it came to streets barricaded by police, Dallas’ maze of incongruent one-way streets, and sub-zero temperatures, all of us managed to get our precious wrist bands without much trouble. The official memorial was slated to start at noon, and I’d planned to get to the site—on Dealey’s grassy park about 11 am. But my newfound “family” insisted we be there by 9 am, and proceeded to freeze our tushies off the next 3-hours, waiting for the event to begin. Rumors swirled through the crowd that Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, or maybe even Caroline Kennedy were going to make a special guest appearance. (That would have explained the extraordinary and overwhelming presence of the Dallas police, the FBI, 3

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1 Parade organizer 6 Fake

53 Kind of cat

11 One-named singer with the hit “Locked Up”

54 Feature of Oz’s Wicked Witch of the West

103 Jai ___

15 Bread flavorer

104 First razor with a pivoting head

16 Par ___

15 Pat gently

55 “Cheer up, Ms. Teasdale!”

105 Yvonne with the 1978 #1 hit “If I Can’t Have You”

18 Recipe amount 19 ___ mama (tropical drink)

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20 Belittling 22 “Greetings, Ms. Retton!” 24 Orwellian state 25 Right angle 26 Turkey isn’t one 27 One who’s done the “I do’s” 28 “___ further review …” 29 Handle again? 31 “Very nice, Ms. Kennedy!” 34 Eight, for starters? 35 March org.? 36 Admiral’s inits.

57 Advanced deg. 58 Bearded one 59 Title character in an A. A. Milne play 61 Person who holds property in trust 62 “Am I the one, Ms. Andrews?” 66 “Sí!” at sea 69 Shorties 70 “Hurrah!” 71 Scuba tank meas. 74 “You look hot in a thong, Ms. Hawkins!”

107 Portuguese “she” 108 Pitcher Valenzuela 110 “Time to show your cards, Ms. Field!” 112 Pulled

80 “___ off!”

19 Urged 21 All ___ Day 23 Breakfast order 27 Global commerce grp. since 1995

115 Maxime or Marie: Abbr.

38 Sushi fish

117 Agemates 118 More Solomonic Down 1 HBO host Bill

41 Port city from which Amelia Earhart last flew

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44 Little birdie

83 Barbecue needs

3 Remember

46 3.0 or 4.0

84 Go off

4 Designer inits.

49 Like some queens

85 Nothing special: Abbr.

5 2,000 pounds

47 Whine

6 Food source

48 Suit to ___

86 “I need a hand, Ms. Fleming!”

64 Having a projected date of

7 “Oh, now I see”

51 Military wear, for short

65 Drapery material

51 Market makeup: Abbr.

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50 Sports-leaguebacked cable network

82 Rock genre

81 German name part

2 Singer with the hit albums “19” and “21”

37 “Hurry up, Ms. Brennan!”

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42 Older form of a word

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39 Cause of yawning 40 “Can ___ next?”

37 Not serious, in a way

32 Seaside eagle

114 Kate’s TV partner

116 Fury

33 No longer closeted

30 Alpine climber ’s tool

113 TV’s Ashley and Mary-Kate

76 Firenze’s home 79 Bad mark

17 “Moneyball” subject Billy

Dan Harary, president/founder of Asbury PR Agency in Beverly Hills, has been fascinated by the JFK Assassination since conspiracy theorist Robert Groden presented the Zapruder film in 1975 at his college, Boston University.

100 “Absolutely Fabulous” or “Father Ted”

52 Summer month in France

Across

Homeland Security, and FEMA vehicles on the neighboring streets.) If you watched the ceremonies on TV, I heard they were quite good, touching and heartfelt. If you were on site, however, your attention would have been focused on the complete loss of feeling in your lower extremities than in anything the (mostly boring) guest speakers had to say. Saturday, Nov. 23, was still bitter cold, but at least I didn’t need to be outdoors— much. I took the JFK Trolley Tour of Downtown Dallas, a private bus ride that is simply a “must” for anyone serious about their pursuit of JFK trivia. The tour guide pointed out Oswald’s rooming house, the exact site where Oswald shot police officer J.D. Tippet, the Texas Theatre, where Oswald was arrested, the site of Jack Ruby’s Carousel Club, the ramp that Jack Ruby walked down to shoot Oswald–the tour lasted only an hour, but I was in JFK “heaven” the whole time. With a few tears in my eyes, and chills running down my spine, I realized that this was the moment I’d really come to Dallas for. To read the entire article, visit www.bhcourier.com,local.

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98 “Family Ties” mom

89 Barely managing, with “out”

100 Gran Turismos and others

77 Sports org. supported by 66Down

91 Power in old Hollywood

101 Dragon puppet

92 Singsong syllable

102 One-third of an old Hollywood trio

62 Noisy birds

72 Persuaded

63 Fairies’ land

73 “___ jungle out there” 75 Cutthroat

99 Black-berried tree

88 N.R.C. forerunner

8 1980s-’90s Corbin Bernsen TV drama

90 Classical “You too?”

9 Cuffed

54 Away for a while

66 Athlete who wrote “A Hard Road to Glory”

78 Beat it

94 Drifts

106 They carry charges

10 ___ de Nil (pale yellowish green)

55 The “S” of R.S.V.P.

67 Juniors, e.g.

79 Hype

95 Northern native

109 ___ Lingus

56 Matching

68 Egg choice

83 Logging aid

96 Film fish

11 Hound

110 Cut

58 Blokes

85 Home theater brand

12 Main cause

97 Football Hall-ofFame coach Greasy

111 Rope-a-dope boxer

60 Aqua, e.g.

71 Botanists’ microscopic study

93 Big ___ Conference 94 “Leave it alone, Ms. Zellweger!”

52 Date for Denis

86 Aqua, e.g.

BEVERLY HILLS T.S. No.: 9508-1319 TSG Order No.: 8336134 A.P.N.: 4343004-043 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, to-wit: $ 4 3 1 , 8 3 2 . 2 1 (Estimated) as of 12/04/2013. Accrued interest and additional

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P U B L I C N OT I C E S 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.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 95081319. 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: 916939-0772. NBS Default Services, LLC, Suzanne Castle "We are attempting to collect a debt, and any information we obtain will be used for t h a t 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 P R O C E E D I N G 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 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 I n s t r u m e n t N o. 2 0 0 7 2 5 9 5 1 8 1 o f 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.: 5554011-011 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 s i t e www.RSVPforeclosures .comusing 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 800-9951154Nicole Larson, Authorized Signatory

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS for the RESEVOIR NO. 4A NEW OVERFLOW PIPELINE AND STAIRS within the City of BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA BIDS - Sealed proposals for the RESEVOIR NO. 4A NEW OVERFLOW PIPELINE AND STAIRS within the City of Beverly Hills, California, will be received up to the hour of 2:00 PM, on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at the office of the City Clerk of said City, located in Room 290 at 455 North Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, California. Bids will be publicly opened at 2:00 PM on the above-mentioned date in the office of the City Clerk of said City Hall and award of the contract will be made during a subsequent meeting of the City Council. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS - Bids must be submitted on the Proposal Form prepared for this project and shall be delivered at the office of the City Clerk within a sealed envelope supplied by the City and marked on the outside as follows: “RESERVOIR NO. 4A NEW OVERFLOW PIPELINE AND STAIRS” (JOB #10103) Each Bid shall be accompanied by a cashier’s check or certified check drawn on a solvent bank, payable to “City of Beverly Hills,” for an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total maximum amount of the Bid. Alternatively, a satisfactory corporate surety Bid Bond for an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total maximum amount of the Bid may accompany the Bid. Said security shall serve as a guarantee that the successful Bidder will, within fourteen (14) calendar days after the date of the award of the contrast, enter into a valid contract with the City for said Work in accordance with the Contract Documents. ENGINEER’S ESTIMATE - The preliminary cost of construction of this Work has been prepared and the said estimate is $550,000. SCOPE OF THE WORK - The Work to be done shall consist of furnishing all the required labor, materials, equipment, parts, implements and supplies necessary for, or appurtenant to, the construction and completion of the project indicated above in accordance with the Plans and the Specifications prepared for this project. In general terms, the contract work for this project shall consist of the following items of work: ITEM NO. 1

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Clearing, Grubbing, Mobilization, Demobilization, LS 1 General Earthwork and Miscellaneous Removals (Not to Exceed 5% of Total Bid Price) Permits (For Budget Allowance Only) $10,000 $10,000 Traffic Control LS 1 Implementation of Erosion Control Measures LS 1 (NPDES) Trench Safety Measures (OSHA) LS 1 Construction Survey Staking and Potholing for LS 1 Existing Utilities As-Built Drawings LS 1 Furnish and Install 12 inch Epoxy Lined and LF 210 Epoxy Coated Steel Pipe (on steel pipe supports per plan) Complete In-place from station 0+00 to station 2+07 Furnish and Install 12 inch Cement Mortar Lined LF 260 and Cement Coated buried Steel Pipe per plan. Complete in place from station 2+07 to station 4+60 Removal and Capping of Temporary PVC LS 1 Overflow Pipeline Connection Remove and Dispose of Existing Reservoir Roof LS 1 Access Ladder and Repair Reservoir Wall Per Plans Construct Steel Pipeline Supports Per Plans EA 7 Field or Shop Fabrication and Installation of Outlet LS 1 Manifold and All Fittings/Bends Per Plans Field Fabrication and Installation of Reservoir LS 1 Roof Access Stairs Hydroseeding and 3 Months Maintenance of Slope LS 1 Budget Allowance for Deputy Inspector to be $15,000 $15,000 retained by the City

Copies of the Specifications and Proposal Form may be inspected and obtained at the office of the City Engineer: 345 Foothill Road, Beverly Hills, CA 90210. There is no charge or deposit required for this material; therefore, they are not to be returned to the City for refund. Each bidder shall furnish to the City: the name, address, and telephone number of the firm requesting Specifications. References in the project specifications to specific sections of the Standard Specifications refer to the book of “Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction,” latest edition, written by a Joint Cooperative Committee of the Southern California Chapter of the American Public Works Association and Southern California district of the Associated General Contractors of California (“Greenbook”). Contractors wishing to obtain this book may purchase copies directly from the publisher, Building News, Inc., 1612 South Clementine Street, Anaheim, CA. 92802. LIQUIDATED DAMAGES - There will be a one-thousand dollar ($1,000.00) assessment for each calendar day that work remains incomplete beyond the time stated in the Proposal Form. Refer to the Proposal Form for specific details. PREVAILING WAGES - In accordance with the provisions of Section 1770 et seq., of the Labor Code, the Director of the Industrial Relations of the State of California has determined the general pre-

vailing rate of wages applicable to the work to be done. The Contractor will be required to pay to all workers employed on the project sums not less than the sums set forth in the documents entitled “General Prevailing Wage Determination made by the Director of Industrial Relations pursuant to California Labor Code Par t 7, Chapter 1, Ar ticle 2, Sections 1770, 1773, 1773.1.”

In addition, the Contractor shall guarantee all work against defective workmanship and materials fur nished by the Contractor for a period of one (1) year from the date the work was completed in accordance with Section 2-11 of the Standard Contractual Requirements. The Contractor’s sureties for the “Performance Bond” shall be liable for any work that the Contractor fails to replace within a specA copy of said docu- ified time. ments is on file and may be inspected in C O N T R A C T O R ’ S the office of the City LICENSE - At the Engineer, located in: time of the Bid 345 Foothill Road, Deadline and at all Beverly Hills, times during performCalifornia 90210. ance of the Work, including full compleAttention is directed tion of all corrective to the provisions of work during the Sections 1777.5 and Correction Period, 1777.6 of the Labor the Contractor must Code concerning the possess a California employment of contractor’s license apprentices by the or licenses, current Contractor or any and active, of the subcontractor under c l a s s i f i c a t i o n him. The Contractor required for the Work, and any subcontrac- in accordance with tor under him shall the provisions of comply with the Chapter 9, Division 3, requirements of said Section 7000 et seq. sections in the of the Business and employment of Professions Code. apprentices. In compliance with Information relative to the Public Contract apprenticeship stan- Code Section 3300, dards and administra- the City has detertion of the appren- mined that the Bidder ticeship program may must possess the folbe obtained from the lowing license(s): “A” Director of Industrial or “C-34” Relations, San Francisco, California, The successful or from the Division Bidder will not of Apprenticeship receive a Contract Standards and its award if the successbranch offices. ful Bidder is unlicensed, does not PAYROLL RECORDS have all of the - The Contractor's required licenses, or attention is directed one of more of the to Section 1776 of the licenses are not curLabor Code, relating rent and active. If the to accurate payroll City discovers after records, which impos- the Contract’s award es responsibility upon that the Contractor is the Contractor for the unlicensed, does not maintenance, cer tifi- have all of the cation, and availabili- required licenses, or ty for inspection of one or more of the such records for all licenses are not curpersons employed by rent and active, the the Contractor or by City may cancel the the Subcontractors in award, reject the Bid, connection with the declare the Bid Bond project. The as forfeited, keep the Contractor shall Bid Bond’s proceed, agree through the and exercise any one Contract to comply or more of the remewith this section and dies in the Contract the remaining provi- Documents. sions of the Labor Code. SUBCONTRACTORS’ LICENSES AND INSURANCE AND LISTING - At the time BOND REQUIRE- of the Bid Deadline MENTS The and at all times durContractor shall pro- ing perfor mance of vide insurance in the Work, each listed accordance with Subcontractor must Section 3-13 of the possess a current City of Beverly Hills, and active California Public Works contractor’s license D e p a r t m e n t , appropriate for the Standard Contractual por tion of the Work R e q u i r e m e n t s , listed for such included as par t of Subcontractor and these Specifications. shall hold all specialAll subcontractors ty cer tifications listed shall attach required for such copies of the Work. When the Cer tificate of Bidder submits its Bid Insurance naming the to the City, the Bidder Contractor as the must list each additional insured as Subcontractor whom par t of their insur- the Bidder must disance policy coverage. close under Public

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Prime Location on Wilshire next to Academy of Motion Picture.

M AMA’ S H OME C ARE 323/655-2622 FOR SALE GREAT BEVERLY HILLS 'CORNER'

Santa Monica & Bedford • 90210 Retail / Commercial • 5,700 Sq. Ft. 2,850 Prime Retail + 2,850 Second Floor $11,000,000 Owner Will Carry 310-430-2221 - owner

• ELDERCARE • IN-HOME SPECIALIST • Caregivers • CNA • CHHA

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310.859.0440 ARE YOU A SENIOR AND NEED ASSISTANCE?

We can help YOU!

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We provide experienced Cargivers, CNA’s & HHA’s for seniors needing companions to drive them to doctors, prepare meals, light housekeeping, etc... We offer responsible and nurturing care. Our staff is thoroughly screened and we care. Live In/Out.

**************** Call Lisa 24hrs. 323/877-8121 323/806-9498

RN on Staff

240 OFFICE / STORES FOR LEASE

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WILSHIRE BLVD EXECUTIVE OFFICES AVAILABLE in OPPORTUNITIES RETAIL FRONTAGE & SMALL OFFICE THE BEVERLY HILLS GOLDEN TRIANGLE *** SUITES *** EXECUTIVE •••••• NO NNN Creative Director, EMPLOYMENT

4 year related Senior-level exp. Send Resume To: Mistress Creative, 1501 Main St., Venice, CA 90291

—————–––– PART TIME ASSISTANT WANTED * * * * * *

2500-5000 sf @ 2.65/sf

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

Private Office Suite at 9595 Wilshire Bl.

LAND FOR SALE

Bonded & Insured• Licensed • Fully Screened

BBB A+ (Highest Rated)

• 4F with views

All Utilities Included. Must Lease Now!

• JUST REMODELED •

Elevator access. Rent Includes: HVAC, electricity, phone, high-speed OFFICE FOR LEASE internet, use Wilshire / San Vicente of conference room. Call 310/237-2977 or 713/266-1444

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508 RSF • $2,300/Mo. 1 Large Executive Window Office & 1 Support/ Reception Area. Contact: Stan Gerlach Or: Bryan Dunne 310/550-2500 248 FINANCIAL SERVICES CAPITAL AVAILABLE FOR BUSINESS, COMMERCIAL & VENTURE CAPITAL

Three 9” x 13’ Offices CALL NOW FOR Furnished/Unfurnished MOVE-IN SPECIAL’S: $50,000 & UP. $600/MO. Each 1ST MONTH $500!! Call 323/806-7443 Must live in Beverly Hills Available immediately. 310/258-0444 21caesar@gmail.com district. Bill Paying, Call 323/761-7909 Office Work, Online 240 Research. Must have OFFICE / STORES good computer skills FOR LEASE

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* * */ AMERICAN *** FILIPINO CAREGIVERS Professional staff. Caring Companion and Assisted Living.

213/276-7600 Call Mr. Mark After 6pm

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

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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..

West LA Auto Repair Shop BOARD & CARE Seeking Front Placement available Desk/Service Writer Drivers: Doctors appointMust be ment, Errands, Etc... knowledgeable on Flexible Pricing. Domestic & Foreign cars. Free Consultation! COMPUTER Call Randy

323/537-5733

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experience required. Please Call:

818/386-0341

from $5,900,000.

THE REMINGTON from $1,260,000

THE CENTURY from $2,750,000

• Companions • Live-In / Live-Out

www.exehomecare.com

• Executive Suite $400up include utilities

License 00957281

all listings are on CenturyCityLiving.com DESIRABLE CORNER UNIT 24-hr. doorman. NOW AVAILABLE W RAPAROUND BALCONY’S GATED 5 STAR W/ SPECTACULAR VIEWS: LUXURY PROPERTIES *BEL AIR north, south & east. *WESTWOOD Lots of closets, 2-car *CENTURY CITY garage, storage locker sauna, pool. UCLA Close. BEL AIR CREST

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

www.gbcone.com

ø MOVE-IN FEES !

CENTURY TOWERS from $950,000

CENTURY PARK EAST from $470,000

CENTURY WOODS from $1,600,000

LE PARC from $1,450,000

PARK PLACE 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

• Open House • Sunday • 2-5 pm

FOR MORE INFO. CALL: ANNETTE WOLF • AGT.

310/441-1811 310/766-1812

305 CABIN FOR SALE

Writer’s, Artist’s, Musician’s: MODERN CABIN FOR 2 on SECLUDED 6-ACRES of FORREST 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.

405 WANTED TO RENT

BEVERLY HILLS ELDERLY PLASTIC S U R G E O N & H IS W I F E SEEK W EEKLY /M ONTHLY A CCOMMODATIONS F OR O NLY 2-3 N IGHTS PER W EEK . Need only a Bdrm.+Bath, tv if possible. Non-smoker / drinkers. No pets.

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

—————–––– Single Professional Male, Non-Smoker

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

CLASSIFIED

BEVERLY HILLS

407 GARAGE/ STORAGE

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

440

HOUSES FOR RENT

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

In The HEART of • B R E N T W O O D • BEV. HILLS TRIANGLE 922 S. Barrington Av.

North of Sunset • 1 Bdrm. +1 Bath • * * * * * * * * * * 170 N. Crescent Dr.* Fireplace, balcony, *

$9,750/MO Reduced - Sacrifice

420

Write2Elle@aol.com

GUESTHOUSES FOR RENT

440 UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

& R ESTAURANTS . Includes: Granite counters, 310/858-8133

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Completely BEVERLY HILLS Furnished Turnkey, 336 S. SPALDING DR LARGE LUXURY A Home Away 4 BDRM., 4.5 BA. From Home, PENTHOUSE Unique Property

•• ••

OPEN SUNDAY 1-5

~ Lower ~ Benedict Canyon

11640 Kiowa Ave.

Newly Updated 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath

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BEVERLY HILLS

Balcony and 3 Parking Must See!

BRENTWOOD 858 BEDFORD ST.

Balcony, dishwasher, a/c, heated pool, WiFi, elevator controlled access, on-site laundry, fridge, stove, laundry parking. Close to BRENTWOOD rm., prkg., intercom Brentwood Village, 904-908 Granville Av. WALKER’S PARADISE entry, elevator. NEWLY RENOVATED Shops & Restaurants . CLOSE TO SHOPS Single BRIGHT & BEAUTIFUL

GUESTHOUSE/APT

Designer Done

Classic Beverly Hills

* * * * wet bar, dishwasher, GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM 2 Bdrm. +1 1/ 2 Bath laundry facility, 4.5 BATH + D EN + P OOL elevator, parking. * * * * * * * Beautifully Furnished Large & Bright. Close to shops+dining. SHORT TERM AVAILABLE Pool, a/c, balcony, 310/826-0541

310/394-7132

With Privacy 1 Bedroom-

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S A N T A M O N I C A BEVERLY HILLS 427 Montana Ave.

R E N TA L S

218 S. Tower Dr.

Single

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Fireplace, balcony, Hardwood floors, all new kitchen appliances, laundry facility, subterranean prkg. washer & dryer in unit, subterranean parking. Near Whole Foods. Must See! 310/207-1965 132 S. BEDFORD DR.

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Old World Charm ! B R E N T W O O D Bright, intercom entry, 11730 SUNSET BLVD. fridge, stove, laundry fac. • • • • • • NEWLY REMODELED

CLOSE TO RESTAURANTS & SHOPPING . 310/531-3992

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Call Mike: ** 310/801-3310 ** BEVERLY HILLS

• • • • • —————–––– • 1• Bd. + 1 Ba.

•

• Patio in woodsy setting. WESTWOOD AREA 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. • • Hardwood flrs., built-ins, 2 BDRM., 2 BATH • GORGEOUS UNITS • 2 tv’s, cable, DSL, spa New laminted floors in Central air, large living and dining room. balcony, pool, elevator, tub, washer/dryer. $2,600 • Short-Term Avail. Full amenities with gym. on-site laundry, Close to UCLA and intercom entry. Single Occupant Westwood Village. For 320 N. La Peer Dr. Call: 310/271-5971 more information call • 310/246-0290 • Owner • Realtor

• 310/826-4889 •

1 BEDROOMS

• 1 Bd.+1 Ba. •••••••

Rooftop pool, deck, central air, elevator, intercom entry, on-sight laundry, gym, parking.

• Free WiFi Access • ~ 310/476-3824 ~ BRENTWOOD & U.C.L.A. CLOSE

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Appointments available upon request.

310/990-3266 Short & Long Term Leases Available.

245 S. DOHENY B E V E R LY H I L L S

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SOPHISTICATED PENTHOUSE 323/937-6468 x201

3 BDRM, 3.5 BATH 2,253 sq. ft. All Stainless Steel Appliances, W/D in Unit, Multiple Balconies + Deck, Fireplace and Large Living Room.

≈ WEST ≈ LOS ANGELES

PET FRIENDLY CALL TODAY

11305 Graham Pl.

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Intercom entry, a/c, dishwasher, on-sight laundry & parking. CLOSE TO SCHOOL.

1675 Colby Ave.

1 B d r m . + 1 B a t h ~ WEST L.A. ~

* * * 1 Bd.+1 Ba. *** 2 Bd.+2 Ba.

310/477-8171

Spacious & Bright. A/C, balcony, WEST L.A. dishwasher, stove, 1343 Carmelina Ave. intercom entry, - 2 Bdrm.+2 Bath on-sight laundry, prkg. • Bright Unit • 310/477-0072 On-site laundry, on-site parking. Close to SANTA MONICA transportation. 808 4th St.

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• 424/744-6342 •

** ** * 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. * • 1 Bdrm. * * 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH + 1 Bath • 1628 Westgate Ave. * * Upscale, Bright, Apt. on Doheny w/garage * * ~ Single ~ Gorgeous & Spacious. Large, Unique & CLOSE TO for 2 tandem spots, Pari 310/273-8393 Bright & Airy. • • • • • Gorgeous. Fireplace, S H O P S & D I N I N G With Pool, balcony, Dishwasher, 425 W/D on site, LARGE, Intercom entry, on-sight balcony, dishwasher, BEVERLY HILLS central air, fireplace, HOUSES lots of closets and light intercom entry, B e v e r l y H i l l s stove, elevator, interparking, on-sight LIKE A HOME FOR RENT dishwasher, central air/heat. elevator, prkg., pool. 138 N. Hamilton Dr. com entry, prkg. gym. laundry facility. SMITHWOOD DRIVE Contact Haim at • 310/476-2181 • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • Close to transportation. • Close to Beach • 3 BDRM. + 2 BA. Close to shopping. Dishwasher, 310/394-7132 310/820-1810 323/244-9470 BEVERLY HILLS P.O. Upper Duplex

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125 N. Barrington Av.

————— WEST L.A.

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controlled access, Dining room, living laundry facility. room with fireplace, C LOSE TO C EDARS , 11988 Kiowa Ave. •••••• breafast room, sun • B EVERLY C ENTER , 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. R ESTAURANT R OW . • • • • • • • Hardwood floors, High room, hardwod floors, service porch, A/C, 310/531-3992 Large & Bright Unit. ceilings, Central A/C 2 car garage, new Elevator, controlled and pool. $6,995/Mo. BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. carpet and paint. access, on-site laundry facility, 9640 ROYALTON DR. City Views. Nice yard. 120 S. Swall Dr. balcony, parking. Call 310/339-5714 • • • • • • • • • CALL 310/880-8182 Close to • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • • Village, Brentwood Very Spacious, A/C, Shops & Restaurants . intercom entry, 1109 S. WETHERLY DR. • 310/826-4889 • on-sight laundry, prkg. 2-STORY 6 BDRM + FAMILY RM. Close to Cedars-Sinai, BRENTWOOD Beverly Center, The Carlton shops, cafes 11666 Goshen Ave. & transportation . ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) ( • ) ( )

BRENTWOOD

PRIVATE 4 BDRM, 4 BA Mountain Side Home with Canyon Views.

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310/858-6830

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Single+Loft+1 Ba. Single BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. 1 1 Bd.+Den+1 /2 Ba. 309 S. Sherbourne Dr. (•••

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

SANDRA LEWIS AGT • 310 770-4111

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WiFi, central air/heat, fireplace, patio, • • • • • • controlled access, Good closet space, a/c, pool, elevator, parking, elevator, dishwasher, laundry facility. controlled access. Close 310/312-9871

1 Bd.+1 Ba.

to Cedars/shops/trans. Shopping & Dining in

310/247-8689

Brentwood Village

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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448

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

PLOTS FOR SALE

WESTWOOD

**CENTURY CITY**

HEART OF WESTWOOD

1 0 9 0 5 O h i o A v e . 2220 S. Beverly Glen

•• • • Spacious & Bright •• •• S i n g l e •• • 1 Bd.+Den+1 Ba. • Penthouse •• •• •• • • 3 Bdrm.+2 Bath • •

Lots of • • Character & Charm ! Alcove fireplace, fridge, laundry facility, gated Close To U.C.L.A. parking, intercom entry, WiFi and more. 310/477-6856 Wifi, Bright, controlled access, balcony, pool, elevator, laundry facility, prkg.

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BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. BEVERLY HILLS ADJ

LUXURIOUS 2 BDRM, 2 BATH

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Private, quiet corner unit w/ panoramic views. New • Free WiFi Access • hrwd. flrs., new kitchen. 310/473-5061 Full Service Bldg. Close To U.C.L.A. Pool, sauna, fridge, dishwasher intercom Pet ok under 25lbs. $4,150/MO W E S T W O O D entry, elevator, on-site Agt: 310/502-3848 laundry, parking. 1380 Midvale Ave.

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• Single • • • • • • ••

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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

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• 310/841-2367 • • • • • PRIME WESTWOOD/ BEVERLY HILLS 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. * H O L L Y W O O D * CENTURY CITY Adj. 232 S. Rexford Dr. Single • • • • • 1134 N. SYCAMORE AV. Quiet & Charming Luxurious & Spacious

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WiFi, pool, elevator, controlled access, onsight laundry, parking. Close to U.C.L.A.

310/473-1509

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1382 Kelton Ave.

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

• 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath 2 Bd+11/2 Ba Townhouse 2 Bdrm, 2 Baths • • • • • • Update kitchen, hrwd. Hardwood floors, new Newly Remodeled Great Views Great views, controlled access, balcony, elevator, lrg. pool, prkg, on-sight laundry. H IKING IN R UNYON C ANYON , H OLLYWOOD B OWL /N IGHTLIFE .

323/467-8172

WESTWOOD 1409 Midvale Ave.

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

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SANTA MONICA North of Wilshire BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath

—————–––– —310/795-5990 ————–––– HOLLYWOOD

1769-1775 Sycamore Av.

• Single 310/864-0319 • Bachelor Close to Dining & Shops.

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kitchen cabinet with flrs., crown moldings, granite counters, all lrg. living room w/ appliances, washer fireplace, formal dining and dryer in the unit. room, lrg. master w/ $2,800/MO. fireplace, service porch Cell 310/926-6088 w/ washer/dryer hook-up, or 213/622-1428 enclosed garage. No pets. $3,500/Month PRIME LOCATION

Controlled access, laundry facility. Utilities Included.

323/851-3790

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

L ARGE & B EAUTIFUL Upper front unit. Hardwood floors, appliances, patio, front+back yard. 7-Blocks to Beach $2,595/Month

310/666-8360 $3,500/MO. Call 213/804-3761 • BEVERLY HILLS • MID-WILSHIRE • 2 B d . + 1 1/ 2 Ba.• 340 S. St. Andrews Pl. BEVERLY HILLS Must see! X-L ARGE WiFi, a/c, intercom Spacious E LEGANT A PT. 3 BDRM + DEN + 2.5 BA. entry, laundry facility, 1 Bdrm + 1 Bath Totally Remodeled, • Newly Updated • elevator, parking, pool. • • • • • CLOSE TO U.C.L.A., approx. 2000 sf. W/D in New Carpet, drapes, Balcony, controlled SHOPPING & 1 BLK. unit, Central air/heat, w/d hook-ups, hi-ceilings, access, parking, mirrored closets. Shared TO WESTWOOD PARK. elevator, on-site laundry. rooftop access for BBQ, backyard. No pets. 310/478-8616 Close to shopping, 2 car garage w/storage. $2,590/Month 419 S. PALM DRIVE great restaurants 310/271-6811 • WESTWOOD • Beverly Hill, 90212 Cell: 310/994-4122 and Metro. 550 Veteran Ave. $3,400/MO. 213/364-8423 439 S. Rexford Dr. ••••• Gina 310/600-2997 • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. LOS ANGELES BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. = = = = = = = 401 S. HOOVER St. WEST L.A. SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM, = = = = = = = = • • • • • • • • 1935 Spanish Duplex 2 Bath Upper in tri-plex. Very spacious, • 1 B d . + 1 B a . Light / Airy / Large Balcony with view, large granite counters, 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH living and dining room, microwave, intercom • S i n g l e • • • • • • • • Hardwood Floors / AC wet bar and all kitchen entry, on-sight laun- Control access, pool, dry, parking & WiFi. dishwasher, elevator, Lovely New Kitchen appliances. 3 car garage. $2,500/MO. Beams, Fireplace Very close to UCLA on-site laundry Day: 310/657-4623 & Westwood Village. $3,100 and parking. 310/208-5166 Eve: 310/854-0623 213/385-4751 323/931-1966

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Close to Everything.

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WESTWOOD UNIQUE & MEMORIAL PARK SPACIOUS Double Plot For Sale CORNER UNIT ! in Sold Out Pico/Robertson Exclusive Area 2 Bd.+2 Ba. $2,175 Opposite Chapel. • L IGHT & A IRY • Please Call For

1 Newly Remodeled Bath More Information: New custom built-ins in 310/273-6060 kitchen, dry bar, balcony, Owner Leaving Area, patio, huge closets, a/c, REDUCED 40%. central heat, 2-car prkg., laundry facility. Cat OK.

Exceptional Condition! KELEMEN 323/937-3737 REAL ESTATE ————–––– (310) 966-0900 — BEVERLY HILLS ADJ License 00957281

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

1 BED/1 BATH HIGH FLOOR $2,700/MONTH Quiet Location Jumbo Balcony Partial City Views

Bedford/Olympic 2 BD, 2 BA CONDO $2,150/MO. Approx. 1400 Sq. ft. Lower unit with fridge, washer/dryer in unit and 2 car parking.

Call 310/880-7281

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LARGE 1BD + 1BA $1,900/MO. Separate kitchen, laundry on the premises, Crown moulding, wood floors, new fixtures, A/C and private security garage. Near Century City and Roxbury Park in small quiet building. No Pets Call 310/713-1664

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Hardwood floors, a/c, laundry, covered prkg. 336 S. Rexford Dr. $1,700/Month

310/860-9991 310/433-1949

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SPACIOUS 1 BD. 1 BA. $1,450/MO.

New carpet, stove, fridge, lower unit Some Complexes include parking. Heated Pools, Sundeck, Special: 1/2 Pet Ok. Tennis, Doorman, Securtiy deposit OAC. Houseman, Staff Call 310/278-8999 Engineers, Switchboard,

Security Staff, Switchboard, Saunas, Business Center, Pet PlayLand, Restaurant, Acres of Flower Gardens and Grassy Lawns. For Sale See our Ad Sec. 270

————— LARGE & LOVELY

1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH Near Beverly Hills and UCLA. 911 S. Wooster St. #5 $1,195/MO.

Call 805/379-2000

b h c o u r i e r.co

pool, controlled access, laundry fac., prkg.

* SPACIOUS *

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Large closets, balconies, Upper, new carpet, bar, all amenities in kitchen balcony, stove, dish2,400sf. Private deck, with granite counters & washer, laundry on each views of the Getty, stainless steel sink floor, subterranean & appliances. New 2 car garage. parking. No pets. berber carpet, hrwd $6,500/Mo. foors a n d verticle $2,400/MO Call Britta: blinds. fireplace, bar, Call 310/437-1826 424/235-0577

• 310/552-8064 • washer and dryer Rooftop jacuzzi included in laundry area. 10933 Rochester Ave. with panoramic PRESTIGIOUS Secured building with city views. Jr . Executive WILSHIRE HOLMBY garden courtyard. 2 Bd.+2 Ba. on Wilshire Corridor Choice location Near Spacious a/c, fireplace, CULVER CITY 2 Bdrm+2 Bath Beverly Center,

• WESTWOOD •

9583 ALCOTT ST.

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

Huge Beverly Hills Mansion Moving Sale Furniture, antiques, crystal, silver, clocks, paintings, figurines, costume jewelry, designer clothes, mirrors, lamps, chandeliers & much more. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY:

• 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

310/440-0118

488 ESTATE /AUCTION

SERVICES

ANTIQUES BUY & SELL

ANTIQUES / JEWELRY

HIGHEST CASH

LUXURY JEWELS

Antiques - Old Coins Tiffany Items Paintings - Objets d’Art Estate Jewelry: Gold - DiamondsVintage Watches Lalique - Art Glass Fine Porcelains: Meissen - Sevres Marble Statues Bronze Sculptures Clocks - Silver Furniture: French English - American One Item or Entire Estates Purchased For Cash. Prompt & Considerate Response to All Inquiries. House Calls O.K. ••••••••••

JEWELRY / WATCHES WANTED MAKE THE MOST MONEY, "CONSIGN" YOUR FINE JEWELRY & WATCHES Off Rodeo Dr. Over 40 years experience. *Fully Insured* “We sold Million Dollar Estates”

RODEO FINE JEWELRY

B U Y •S E L L •L O A N •T R A D E •C O N S I G N 203 S. Beverly Dr, Beverly Hills 90212 310.205.0093 • info @ ljobh.com license# 19100971

STEVEN & CO.

J E W E L RY

L O A N S

$$$ Highest loan to value $$$ Serving Beverly Hills for 32 years, with discretion and integrity. We are now buying for immediate cash Diamonds 1ct - 20cts , gold, and signed jewelry Patek Philippe, Rolex, Cartier

By appointment: 310.274.8336 4 3 7 - A N o rt h B e d fo r d D r . • B e v e rl y Hi l l s , CA 9 0 2 1 0 License # 71161678

we buy antiques! Highest prices paid, satisfaction Guaranteed!

Visit my website at beverlyhil santiques.com

at 818-570-3325 or visit us online:

310/276-0188 818/888-9200

For more info. call us

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PRICES PAID ••••••••••

MICHAEL NEWMAN Los Angeles Auctioneers is pleased to accept your estate items for our upcoming auctions. Whether it's simply a handful of items or your entire estate; your fine art, antiquities and collectibles are in trusted and experienced hands!

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D I R E C T O RY

588 JEWELRY

We File & Publish DBA’s For More

Paintings Art Deco Art Nouveau Marble Statues Russian Items

Chinese Art Clocks Chandeliers Porcelain Dresden

Meissen KPM Royal Vienna Islamic Art Bronze

Sculpture Jade Tifanny Lalique Galle Daum

TRADES & CONSIGNMENTS ACCEPTED TOO! Information

CAN BUY ONE ITEM OR YOUR ENTIRE HEIRLOOM!

Arté Antiques

Please Call: 310.278.1322

Tel:

310.858.7666 artela@aol.com

www.ArteAntiques.com

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NAME-CALLING INSTEAD OF DEBATE We appreciate letters to the editor including–unlike the Los Angeles Times–those which disagree with us. All are subject to our principal rule: we do not publish personal attacks. Last week, this column listed a series of President Obama’s “accomplishments” in destroying the strength and credibility of the United States. Not one word insulted him personally. It was and is his record that was cited. Often reciting a public official’s record is denounced as “negative campaigning” or just “negative.” Sorry, we believe an official’s record belongs in the public domain and is exactly the kind of matter that must be subject to critique. Whether one is a Democrat, Republican or something else has nothing to do with facts. The adjacent letter from Barry Kaltman is a good example to study. It begins with a partisan denunciation of “most Republicans.” Obviously, “Republican” is used as a pejorative in a common technique employed to injure the credibility of the person against whom the pejorative is directed. The facts then become either of less importance or irrelevant depending upon the damage done by labeling the speaker. Most today forget that many “Republicans” strongly opposed the policies of the late President Ronald Reagan – policies that proved correct. That would mean that the label has little true meaning. Next, Mr. Kaltman refers to President Obama’s predecessor, President George W. Bush, and calls him a “do nothing” president. Well, Mr. Bush did a lot – much of which this column disagreed and disagrees with. In our view, he opened the door for Mr. Obama’s worst policies. So Mr. Kaltman’s reference is not on point. However, he actually raises some legitimate arguments: President Obama “is ending these financially disastrous wars.” President Bush responded to the 9/11 Al Qaida attacks by launching those wars, so Mr. Bush was hardly “do nothing.” The enemy still exists and President Obama is, to his credit, using our military to take out terrorists. Mr. Obama’s Seal Team 6 was able to end Osama bin Laden, which Mr. Bush tried to accomplish but did not. (We know that former President Bill Clinton let bin Laden get away.) The current president is not, tragically, ending the Iranian nuclear program but neither did Mr. Bush. Forays into Afghanistan and Iraq have proven in all cases less than satisfactory. While that has been ridiculously expensive, we have not been hit since. Mr. Obama pretty much carried on the Bush policies for a long time – certainly longer than he promised in his campaigns. Many of those policies he not only carries on but expanded. As for “treating other countries with respect,” bowing to foreign kings, prime ministers, dictators and heads of state is something we fought our Revolution to abolish. Mr. Obama did irreparable damage to our nation’s image by those acts. As we read daily of the direct military challenges shoved in our nation’s face, Mr. Kaltman should consider just how much “respect” should be accorded a military dictatorship that seizes international waters. Moammar Gadhafi did that in the Mediterranean’s Gulf of Sidra. President Reagan’s navy shot down Libya’s planes and that ended that. We’re not going to shoot down any Chinese military planes, but Obama’s physical and ceremonial obeisance to Chinese leaders with his “bowing” cannot be ignored as a factor in acquiescing to China’s illegitimate actions in the East and South China Seas. They are pushing us, Japan and Korea to the wall. The longer we wait to push back – and eventually we will push back – the more force it will take to push back. That’s called “instability” and is the typical and failed U.S. State Department policy that burdens us over and over again. China may not like it when we push back. China is not Libya. Bad things happen when uncertainty and apparent weakness govern our foreign policy. With regard to that same “respect,” Obama’s National Security Agency is tapping other countries’ phones, intercepting their messages and reading their mail. In most instances, they are doing the same to us. What is more troubling is that Obama’s national security apparatus is tapping Americans’ phones, recording our movements, and tracking with whom we speak, where we go and what we say. Mr. Bush did not do that to the best of the knowledge gleaned from public reports. Obama is spying on all of us all the time. I cannot imagine that even Mr. Kaltman would welcome that, even if a Republican points that out. Health care? No. We will not have health care the way we have now. In the name of “providing for everyone,” we will provide poorly for everyone, or maybe provide for no one. There is growing evidence that the “poor uninsured” want nothing to do with Obamacare. Even the sucker bumpkin (but “really smart”) Millennials are now finally realizing that group projects, touchy-feely learning circles and trophies for everyone are just booby prizes for the ignorant and unquestioning. They actually seem to be figuring out that the people who are supposed to pay for all of Obama’s goodies are them! And they won’t have any money because it’s gone paying back student loans, in taxes, and in restrictions on their ability to earn a living. The collectivist mentality tolerates no interference with its imperative for government to stifle all of us. When even a Georgetown University law professor asserts Obama is destroying the Constitution, as Jonathan Turley did Tuesday under oath at a House of Representatives hearing, maybe we can conclude that at least some people are starting to pay attention to facts and not just labels. To quote Turley: “The problem with what the president is doing is that he's not simply posing a danger to the constitutional system. He's becoming the very danger the Constitution was designed to avoid.” And Turley is a well-known, self-described liberal. So much for labels.

Rabbi Jacob Pressman I am taking the opportunity of utilizing a bit of my eulogy in place of my usual column. EULOGY FOR BELOVED SON ... JOEL DAVID PRESSMAN NOVEMBER 20, 2013 In the Bible, in the Book of Samuel, King David moans: “O my son Absalom, my son, my son Absalom! Would God I had died for thee, O Absalom, my son, my son!” (18:33). And here I am, at the age of 94, when they become my words: “Joel, my dear son Joel David, would I had died instead of you! It would have been so much more appropriate. Joel, O my son Joel, you were so witty, so full of joy, so accomplished already. The world would have been better if I died in your stead. It will not be long before I follow you, my heart is broken.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR I agree with most of Daniel Fink's observations and recommendations expressed in his recent letter. I too, was present at the first public meeting on the subject. I noticed there was an over representation of bicycle lane enthusiasts and advocates relative to their tiny representation in the Beverly Hills community. Green spaces have been sacrosanct to most residents and contribute to our City's distinction. I would not give up one blade of grass from the green space along Santa Monica Boulevard to pave bike lanes. The purported energy and health benefits of urban bike commuting do not take into account the medical and legal costs of dealing with bicycle-motor vehicle collisions which, in an age of distracted driving, are all too frequent with costs that can run into hundreds of thousands of dollars. Sadly, many of the arguments for increased bicycling are defeated by bicyclists who ignore their legal obligations to follow the motor vehicle code. Often they do not stop at stop signs because they do not wish to lose their momentum. Others ride on sidewalks endangering pedestrians. Bicycle riding as exercise with proper head protection is probably healthy, but mixing bicycle and vehicular traffic in a dense urban environment like Santa Monica Boulevard is not something that the City of Beverly Hills should be pursuing. William I. Brenner MD ****** As with most Republicans, your publisher refuses to acknowledge even the slightest success this administration has accomplished, instead apparently harping back to the days of our previous do-nothing president...you remember, the one who refused any regulations, thus leading to the biggest financial collapse in decades... the one who started wars with no way to pay for them. Maybe the publisher doesn't remember who it is that is ending these financially disastrous wars...who approved the killing of the world's leading terrorist...who is trying to provide healthcare to as many people as possible...who has led a major rebound of the financial markets. I, for one, would rather have a president that at least tries to accomplish some things for the common good rather than be a shill for defense contractors, insurance companies and big business. At least President Obama has the humility to admit he is not perfect, instead of the hubris of our prior president who believed he could do no wrong. The world is changing, we do not rule it, we are a part of it! You can't complain on the one hand that no one will buy our debt, and then on the other hand claim we shouldn't treat other countries with the utmost respect. It's just sad that his list was even published... without even a single supportive fact. Barry Kaltman

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Your publisher’s editorial succinctly and fairly summarizes the Barack Obama’s mal-administration of the USA federal government. Since 2008, I have believed Obama is dedicated to destroying the U.S. and thereby weakening Western Civilization for the benefit of radical Islam. Only time will tell if my unique view of Obama reflects objective reality and a farsighted evaluation of this dangerous man, or is fraught with political prejudice for his extreme leftist policies. Richard N. Friedman

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