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Sweeping Cultural Heritage Changes Approved In Vote By Victoria Talbot The Beverly Hills Planning Commission voted 4-1 with Commissioner Brian Rosenstein withholding approval Thursday to revamp the ordinance that created the Cultural Heritage Commission and took Beverly Hills from an L.A. Conservancy report card grade of "F" in 2009 to "A+" for preservation in 2014. In what began as a simple housekeeping move to align the ordinance language with the language used in the State Office of Historic Preservation and to create a streamlined timeline to reduce waiting periods for homeowners seeking demolitions. The resulting ordinance differs significantly in language from the State’s and has instead, become disempowered with much authority moving to the Community Development Director, the Planning Commission and ultimately City Council. The new ordinance will also significantly curb the number of homes that will be

Now online at www.bhcourier.com: Rabbi David Baron served as religious consultant for new hit film Exodus: Gods and Kings

Beverly Hills resident Ken Goldman wins “Grandfather of the Year” prize for his allout Holiday decorations. 5

Beverly Hills families feed the hungry during the Holiday season. 5

BHHS alumna Stacy Levyn is engaged to fellow USC grad Ricardo Rozen. 12 •Real Estate 14 •Sports 22 •Birthdays 24

George Christy, Page 6 The Caucus Dinner Returns, And Angela Lansbury Delivers Her SureFire Tony AwardWinning Performance As The Gypsy Fortune Teller Madame Arcati In Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit Editorial from Rabbi Pressman AND MORE

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS—The Beverly Hills Conference and Visitors Bureau sponsored the first-ever Holiday Bazaar at Beverly Canon Garden last week. Above, the West Beat Carolers could not look more the part of an old-fashioned holiday spirit. Right: Marti Kirshenbaum, Pat Boone and Rabbi Yossi Kunin light the Menorah on Sunset Boulevard and Beverly Drive on the first night of Hanukkah. Photo by Orly Halevy

(see ‘CULTURAL HERITAGE,’ page 9)

Beverly Elder: Stanley Black, 82 – Philanthropist, Investor Part 16 in a series on Beverly Hills residents who have grown with the Centennial City. By Laura Coleman Stanley Black is an L.A. man with an L.A. story. Born Oct. 3, 1932 at St. Vincent's Hospital and educated primarily in the local public schools around his childhood home at Pico/La Cienega, today 82-year old Black owns scores of income-producing properties in some 30 states across the nation. Black’s Beverly Hills office, where he comes every morning to manage his investments and do charity work, is filled with inspirational proverbs on plaques, meaningful art, Judaica, and an abundance of monkeys that range from

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giant rose quartz sculptures to tchotchkes of the three wise monkeys. “I think today I must have 1,000 monkeys I collected,” he (see ‘STANLEY BLACK,’ page 18)

Beverly Hills Neighbors Protest Large Loma Linda Project By Victoria Talbot Playing to a packed house last Thursday, Beverly Hills attorney Tom Levyn and facilitator Jason Somers attempted to persuade the City’s five planning commissioners that a proposed project at 1184-1193 Loma Linda Drive should be erected as proposed Thursday to a largely unreceptive audience. The project received negative reviews from four out of five commissioners, with Chair Howard Fisher, voting in the affirmative. Commissioner Alan Block said the project was simply "too big" for the neighborhood.

BHUSD Solicits Bids For Armed Guards After EBI Dissolves By Laura Coleman Two months after EvidenceBased Incorporated (EBI) filed for bankruptcy and left the Beverly Hills public school system looking rather inept for its decision to forego a competitive bid process to hire a newly formed security firm distinguished primarily by its connection to the Beverly Hills police force, the Beverly Hills Unified School District this week posted a Request for Proposals for school safety and security services firms

on its website. “We'd like to get the security back in place as quickly as possible to the beginning of the school year,” Board of Education President Brian Goldberg said. RFPs from “experienced” security companies to provide armed, uniformed guards are due by Jan. 5, 2014. “We made a mistake and we're continuing to work to rectify it.” Unlike the previous one-year contract the school district voted (see ‘EBI,’ page 26)

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The BHPD foiled a stolen car attempt that ended in a 3-car crash. 4

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Commissioner Craig Corman said it was not "the right balance," while Commissioner Brian Rosenstein recommended that with the degree of construction, excavation and hauling and the affect on the privacy of the neighbors the applicant should consider reducing the size. The project is for wealthy Canadian businessman Francesco Aquilini, owner of the Vancouver Canucks hockey team. Aquilini was present with his daughter for the meeting. At issue is a 15,000 square foot residence above grade (see ‘LOMA LINDA,’ page 26)

A FAMILY A F FA I R — B r a d Pitt escorted his youngsters (L-R) Pax Thien, Shiloh Nouvel, and Maddox with his parents Jane and William Pitt during Universal’s premiere of Angelina Jolie’s Unbroken in Hollywood. For more photos, see George Christy’s column on page 6.

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B E V E R LY H I L L S M A I N N E W S STOLEN CAR– Pictured left is the aftermath of a stolen vehicle pursuit that ended in a three-car collision at Roxbury and Charleville. The dark grey Hyundai (pictured at the far right) was discovered stolen by the BHPD and crashed into the silver SUV and black SUV pictured.

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Police Pursuit of Stolen Car In Beverly Hills Ends Quickly with a Three-Car Crash By Victoria Talbot A brief pursuit ended in a crash of a stolen vehicle and two other cars Wednesday afternoon, closing the intersection at the corner of Roxbury and Charleville for about three hours. An alert Beverly Hills police officer identified licenseplates on a stolen vehicle for a late-model Hyundai at the corner of Roxbury and Wilshire at around 3 p.m.. “Once he lit up his lights and siren, the vehicle took off,” said BHPD Sgt. Max Subin. In the space of less than a

block the suspect’s vehicle attained a high rate of speed, running a stop sign at Charleville and Roxbury. The suspects’ vehicle collided with another vehicle heading eastbound on Charleville, a Porsche Cayenne, said Subin. “That set off a chain reaction.” The suspect’s vehicle then collided with a Lexus traveling northbound on Roxbury. The incident occurred shortly after 3 p.m. Though Beverly Vista School (five blocks away) and Beverly Hills High School students were out

of class, no pedestrians were injured. The two suspects, described only as “males,” were immediately removed for medical care by ambulance. Little is known of the circumstances except that the stolen vehicle is described as an “embezzled” vehicle. It was owned by a rental car agency. “We are very fortunate that no one else was hurt. There were no pedestrians and no drivers hurt in the crash,” said Subin. “The two other drivers walked away.”

TOY DRIVE–Beverly Hills K-8 schools El Rodeo, Hawthorne, Beverly Vista and Horace Mann all participated in the annual holiday toy drive where students and families contributed new toys to the Compton School District. On Wednesday, the toys were transported and delivered to Compton. Pictured from left: El Rodeo students, Julien Matian, Wind Hannah, Maya Namba and Ava Benayoun, with Compton PTA Council President Denise Jefferson Roberts.

LADBS: ‘Still No Decision On 901 Strada Vecchia Violations’ By Matt Lopez Nearly a month after declaring work violations at 901 Strada Vecchia in Bel-Air, the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety has still yet to complete its investigation into the site. The controversial nearly 30,000-square-foot property owned by celebrity megamansion developer Mohamed Hadid has come under scrutiny from neighbors, and had its permits pulled earlier this year by LADBS after it was found to have performed illegal, unpermitted work. Neighbors claimed illegal work continued during the recent Thanksgiving weekend, and Bob Steinbach, who heads

the LADBS Inspection Bureau, confirmed to The Courier that a Stop Work Order levied on the property had, in fact, been violated. As the weeks have gone by, Steinbach said Thursday an investigation into the property still had not completed. “We are still doing everything we can within establishment enforcement protocols to ensure that the property is brought into compliance,” Steinbach said, noting that he couldn’t give anymore information without “jeopardizing the success of our enforcement by giving information prematurely.” Hadid’s attorney Ben (see ‘901 STRADA VECCHIA’ page 16)

SANTA’S LITTLE HELPER –Vixen is a 10-pound, 3-yearold toy poodle. She was left at ShelterHopePetShop.org by owners that could no longer care for her. Those interested in adopting this little orphan poodle in time for the holidays may contact Kira@RHLGroup .com or call Shelter Hope at 805379-3538. Shelter Hope is now selling calendars for the new year with 100 percent of proceeds going to help save animals’ lives.

Beverly Hills High Seniors Eye Future College Destinations Harvard, Emory, Vanderbilt among first to say yes

Beverly Hills Historical Society Celebrates A December Debut On Beverly Hills TV By Victoria Talbot The Beverly Hills Historical Society’s Beverly Hills: 100 Years, 100 Stories debuts this month with two episodes of the special Centennial project produced by resident Phil Savenick. The series captures moments in the lives and history of the City through interviews with residents, guests and historic figures who have lived, worked and played in Beverly Hills. Friends, neighbors and community leaders tell their own stories on camera for the benefit of historical documen-

tation and to illuminate the past. Tonight (Dec. 19) at 7 p.m. will be the episode “Hometown Heroes” on Channel 10, BHTV and on the Internet. This tells the story in the words of local kids who grew up with a desire to make this City a better place to live. Interviews include hometown heroes Robbie Anderson, Michael Lloyd, Councilmember Willie Brien, MD, Beverlye Hyman Fead, Capt. Mark Rosen of the BHPD, former Mayor Vicki Reynolds, Mayor Lili Bosse, the late Joel Pressman, Steven Fenton, Jonathan

Prince, Cultural Heritage Chair Maralee Beck, Jason Newman, Steve Kessler, Carol Katzman, Gloria Boraz, Cynthia Baseman, Chuck Rosin, Betty White and many others, including Phil Savenick who wrote, produced and directed the series. Replays are Dec. 22 at 4:15 p.m., Dec. 23 at 7:45 p.m., Dec. 24 at 10 p.m. and Dec. 26 at 6:45 p.m. The City program schedule is BHTV on TimeWarner Channel 10 in Beverly Hills or the live web stream. Videos will also be available as Vimeo channel Beverly Hills: 100 Years, 100 Stories.

WELCOME TO ANARBAGH INDIAN CUISINE–- Grand opening and ribbon-cutting on Wednesday at 138 So. Beverly Drive, Left to right: Owners Mahtab Ahmed and Kashruz Zaman, and employees Lukman Hussain, Musharrof Hussain, Iftakhar Hussain and Jon Paul Puno.

By Laura Coleman College acceptance letters are starting to arrive for Beverly Hills High School seniors, with Harvard, Emory and Vanderbilt among the first universities to offer early admittance to BHHS Class of 2015 students. “It's just becoming so hard to get into these top schools,” said AhYoung Chi, the newly hired BHHS Dean of College Admissions who is tasked with making the Beverly Hills applicant pool more competitive. “You really have to go above and beyond the context of our community.” Chi said with the most competitive schools admitting just five percent of applicants

COLLEGE KIDS–Sydney Navid will attend Emory and Lucas Harward will go to Vanderbilt.

out of an international pool of high-achieving students, getting good grades and test scores is far from enough (see ‘BHHS COLLEGE’ page 9)

MIRACLES IN ROXBURY PARK–- Cantor Esther Leon Schwartz brought the community together to bring canned goods for the hungry. From left: Benny Harnish (drum), Barbara Tebyani, co-president of UNA Pacific Los Angeles; Sara Safari, volunteer for Empower Nepali Girls; Cantor Schwartz; Mayor Lili Bosse; Roger Matlin; Bruce Teter; Courier Photo by Victoria Talbot and Matt Mahvi is in the back.

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Bosse, Gold Appointed To Four More Years On Beverly Hills City Council By Victoria Talbot In a brief Special Meeting of the Beverly Hills City Council on Wednesday, the Council voted unanimously to cancel the March 3 City election because Mayor Lili Bosse and Vice Mayor Julian Gold, MD, are running for the two vacant seats without opposition. Mayor Bosse and Vice Mayor Gold were then appointed to fill the two seats on the Council, thus bypassing an election. City Clerk Byron Pope estimated that the cost of an election would be $250,000. The upcoming election on March 3, which will ask voters to decide on candidates for the Los Angeles Community College District be funded by the City of Los Angeles since there will be no local Beverly Hills component. Few people were in attendance at Wednesday’s meeting, which lasted 25 minutes. Council members observed the same rules as a regular meeting, with all being allowed to comment and ask

questions. Councilmember Nancy Krasne asked for clarification on possible writein candidates. Pope said that because there would not be an election, write-in candidates were ineligible. Councilmember John Mirisch echoed Krasne’s sentiment that potential candidates had sufficient time to file for candidacy before the Dec. 5 deadline. “I also think they had their chance,” he said. Within a few minutes, Mirisch made a motion to adopt the resolution. Krasne seconded it and the vote was passed, appointing Bosse and Gold to another four years and canceling the March 3 election for the City of Beverly Hills. Mayor Bosse and Vice Mayor Gold thanked the City and the residents for their confidence, praising that the City Council’s hereto accomplishments and promising to accomplish more throughout their second terms.

INFINITI GIVES BACK– Infiniti of Beverly Hills hosted a holiday bash for the Beverly Hills community at its spacious new showroom at 8825 Wilshire Blvd. In addition to a performance from the Young Musician’s Foundation, the dealership presented a $100,000 check to the Beverly Hills Education Foundation. Pictured, from left: BHEF Executive Board Members Eddie Rabin and Mandi Dyer, BHEF President Ronit Stone, Platform Vice President of Roundtree Automotive Barry Magnus, Former BHEF President Annette Saleh and Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Alexander Stettinski.

Beverly Hills Families Unite Christmas Eve To Feed The Hungry At Annual Event By Laura Coleman Once again, Beverly Hills families will join together for the Beverly Hills Unified School District’s annual Christmas Eve “Feed the Hungry” event, which will take place this year at Horace Mann. “We often times speak to our students about being positive leaders and showing kindness to others,” remarked Horace Mann Principal Steve Kessler. “This event is a chance for all the students of the BHUSD to be positive leaders and show kindness to others.” The event will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 24 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Horace Mann cafeteria at which time students, parents, teachers, civic and school leaders, and those looking to give back in a fun environment will gather to make peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and assemble and pack lunches for the West Hollywood Food Coalition. The two-hour community service event will produce around

HELPING HANDS–Horace Mann 6th grader Ian Goldstein is among those who participated at last year’s Feed The Hungry, which was held at Hawthorne.

1,000 bagged lunches, which will include a sandwich, chips, fruit, candy canes and a card. Middle school students will receive community service hours for helping.

WINTER WONDERLAND– Beverly Hills residents Ken and Lori Goldman wanted Courier readers to see the Christmas display set up this year in their home. Every year, the couple, along with their kids Marnie, Paul, Amy and Gavin and their grandchildren Ryan (11) , Madeline (9), Tyler (9) and Ella (7) all get together to plan and “build” the train tracks and “village” of about 45 houses and amusement rides (2 ferris wheels, a carousel, bumper cars, 3 balloon rides, an airplane ride), about 50 people in parade marching bands, a ballroom with moving dancers, a building with a New Year’s ball going up and down, an oil well, 3 trains, 2 ski slopes, 5 taco trucks, and probably 100 or so “people.” For another photo of the display, see page 8.

Paysinger’s Lawsuit Against Beverly Hills School District, Lewis Hall Continues By Laura Coleman Beverly Hills High School Principal Carter Paysinger received another ray of hope in his discrimination lawsuit against his employer and Beverly Hills Unified School District Boardmember Lewis Hall on Friday when U.S. District Judge Philip Guitierrez denied Hall’s anti-SLAPP motion to strike Paysinger's retaliation claim against him as an individual. Attorneys for Hall had argued in the Oct. 17 anti-SLAPP motion that as a public official, Hall’s statements were protected and there was no way to dispute them. The judge disagreed. Paysinger, who attended BHHS as a

student, has worked for the BHUSD for over 30 years and is the first black principal in the school’s history. He originally filed suit for damages against BHUSD and Hall on July 16, alleging discrimination and retaliation, and demanding a trial by jury. Board of Education President Brian Goldberg maintains that Paysinger’s allegation is a publicity stunt tied to the release of Where A Man Stands. The book, which Paysinger co-authored with former BHUSD Boardmember Steven Fenton, was released this year and has already garnered a movie-deal. (see ‘PAYSINGER LAWSUIT’ page 26)

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e’s become the consigliere of the Caucus for Producers, Writers and Directors, now in its 32nd year of celebrating leaders in the television industry. Long hailed as the “Godfather of the Television Movie,” producer Chuck Fries vigorously organizes the annual dinner that presents awards to the powerhouses that create entertainment that engages us around the clock.

osted by Fred Willard, this year’s 32nd festive evening at the Skirball Cultural Center acknowledged four student filmmakers with stipends for their future films and who may be our Big Kahunas of tomorrowland.

roducer of the longrunning America’s Funniest Home Videos, Vin Di Bona accepted the Lifetime Achievement Award from Robert Papazian. Vin recalled that after graduating from Emerson College in Boston, he was tipped off about a local job paying $95 a week. Hired, and in no time, Vin became a giant in the annals of TV.

ame of Thrones’ Alex Graves took home the Director’s Award. And The Good Wife’s Michelle and Robert King were named Producers of the Year, with Sony Pictures TV’s Steve Mosko designated Executive of the Year. Lee Miller received the Caucus Chair’s Award, and Scott Carrey was honored for his Distinguished Service. Page 6 | December 19, 2014

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Andrew Wallenstein was presented with the Caucus’ Journalism Award by his co-editor Claudia Eller, claiming Andrew was “the best partner I could ever imagine having ... a brilliant journalist, cynical and arrogant as hell.” Asking as we did after daughters Sadie and Eloise, Claudia surprised us with the news that Sadie, who we met as a tot, is in college, reminding us of the shocking passage of time. Oy vey.

huck proudly mentioned that wife Ava’s Troop Beverly Hills film starring Shelley Long celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2014, with Netflix choosing it as one of its movies. And that the remake of his original Flowers In The Attic, which he produced for Lifetime, rates as the fifth highest rated film of the network, with consideration now for developing a television series. He’s also planning a television series of Screamers in 2015, based on a Philip K. Dick short story.

ever enough hours during the day for Chuck, a.k.a the Cincinnati Kid who, in his youth, discovered that his hometown serves the best sherbet and ice cream. Graeter’s on Ludlow Avenue.

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ive me Angela Lansbury on stage, in film or anywhere or give me death.” So we say, paraphrasing patriot Patrick Henry’s speech in Virginia in 1775. Angela’s delicious portrayal of the wild and wooly fortune teller Madame Arcati in Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit won her a fifth Tony last year. And she’s now delivering

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her sure-fire performance directed by the do-no-wrong Michael Blakemore at our Ahmanson Theatre through January 18.

Angela revives our faith

in the theater. That all is not lost after much of the crap-oncrap we’ve been subjected to (film as well). A phenomenon in our time, her career covers the waterfront with countless astonishingly diversified and alluringly memorable roles (Mame, Gypsy, Mrs. Lovett in Sweeney Todd, etc.) -- please, let’s not forget her fascinating sleuth Jessica Fletcher in Murder, She Wrote, which ran for 12 seasons.

Variety’s Claudia Eller and today, performed time Andrew Wallenstein and again around the world. Oh, what royalties keep pouring into the estate! going back to London to do some Restoration comedy … an Francisco and which is great, because it’s so Toronto follow during this dirty and slutty, and I think at Blithe Spirit’s North American my age I should do that.” tour. ot to be missed. Dame ver coffee at her Angela’s is a once-in-a-lifetime Brentwood residence, Angela performance to be talked about revealed to LA Times theater now and forever. See it once, critic Charles McNulty that then see it twice to revisit its Blithe Spirit is not her “swan quick and clever innuendo and song … I love the stage, lovely repartee. Repeat: not to be to be able to entertain an audi- missed. ence. And with me so much Online at www.bhcourier.com/category/george-christy has to do with the innate humor in people … another comedy is what I’d really want to do because it’s fun to lift people up. I may be

he Blithe Spirit co-stars Charles Edwards (Downton Abbey), Charlotte Parry and Jemima Rooper romp with her all the way. Wonderful they are, and on target every minute, keeping step with Angela in this “impossible farce.” So described by Mr. Coward, who wrote this stage-worthy joyride over a five day holiday weekend in 1941 when he Jemima Rooper and Charlotte Parry w a s with Charles Edwards invited t o accomp a n y actress Joyce Carey to t h e country. The wit a n d humor are as good as g o l d A seance by Madame Arcati creates havoc in this “impossible farce” by Noel Coward

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Chuck Fries who produces the Caucus for Producers, Writers and Directors, and wife Ava joined Erica and Vin Di Bona during the Caucus’ 32nd awards dinner at the Skirball Cultural Center.

Angela Lansbury delivers her Tony award-winning performance as Madame Arcati in the revival of Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit at the Ahmanson Theatre.

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Now Open In Beverly Hills Several new businesses cut the ribbons on their new establishments last week in Beverly Hills... Courier photos by Victoria Talbot

WELCOME TO WALLY’S! —Serving until 2 a.m. Wally’s late-night is a sumptuous opportunity after shows including fine wines, small-bites menu and exquisite cheeses. The store officially opened Tuesday. From left: President/COO Christian Navarro, partner Maurice Marciano, Mayor Lili Bosse, B.H. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Alex Stettinski, and CEO Armand Marciano cut the ribbon at 447 No. Canon Dr.

BEAUTIES AT BEVERLY HILLS BEAUTY—Beverly Hills Beauty Lounge is a full-service spa and high-end, hard-to-find, medical-quality supply right next to Vida Emanuel’s spa, offering everything in one stop. From left: Erin Welch, Diane Yakimovicz, Kristine Egiyan, Christina Stuart, Vida Emanuel, Dr. Joel Aronowitz, Sophia Norikoff, Susan Taherzedeh, Rady Ouzounova and Ashley Marriott representing this “Beauty Boutique” at 9410 Dayton Wy., which ribbon-cutting was also Tuesday. MIRACLE REJUVENATION FROM ACROSS THE WORLD—Following the success of her products in Australia, Lundy Ngu (left), pictured with Mayor Lili Bosse, has brought her brand of beauty, health and rejuvenation to Beverly Hills. Miracle Wands was welcomed by Vice Mayor Julian Gold at a ribbon-cutting Friday. The store is now open at their location at 9625 Brighton Way.

HIGH SCHOOL SWEETHEARTS —Mayor Lili Bosse (left) officially welcomed Shelly and Craig Shah in the new location of their store at 9627 Brighton Way. The two lovers have built a theme around love, specializing in fine jewelry and hand-crafted designs.

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HOLIDAY SPIRIT —Pictured above is another section of the holiday display inside the home of Beverly Hills residents Ken and Lori Goldman. The pair get together every year with their eight kids and grandkids to create a different theme for the display. Each year part of the “village” has a current theme. Last year it was the 1 percenters protesting with a police line. Three years ago, it was a subway running under a high school named “Beverly High.” This year, the family has a pumping oil well next to houses with protesters carrying signs, “Don’t frack with our water,” “Stop the frack attack,” “Stop fracking,” and “Frack off.”

Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau Hosts First-Ever Holiday Bazaar By Victoria Talbot Beverly Hills Mayor Lili Bosse and Vice Mayor Julian Gold joined “Santa” Chief Dave Snowden to wish everyone holiday cheer Saturday at Beverly Canon Gardens Holiday Bazaar. Later in the day, Gold donned Santa’s hat to listen to the wishes of the City’s little girls and boys. Sunday the bazaar enjoyed celebrity host Larry King in the Santa seat, with good fun all around. The holiday really takes off when the town reels with the sounds of carolers and the tinkle of bells, and that is exactly what happened as the City kicked off two days of an old fashioned Holiday Bazaar. Merchants mingled with mimes and children wandered through the wares with faces painted like reindeer. This was the Beverly Hills Conference and Visitors Bureau first Holiday Bazaar, modeled after a traditional European-style holiday village, right in the heart of Beverly Hills. Located at the Beverly Canon Gardens, the bazaar was central to the City. Tourists and visitors alike enjoyed the quality gift items, including handblown glass ornaments, candies, jams,

HO HO HO —From left: Beverly Hills CVB Chief Executive Officer Julie Wagner joins Police Chief Dave “Santa” Snowden and Vice Mayor Julian Gold. Courier Photo by Victoria Talbot

jewelry and more. But children enjoyed the crafts and face-painting, as well as the toy soldiers and, of course, good ‘ole Santa Claus. Showtime featured the Beverly Hills High School Madrigals and the West Beat Carolers.

NOTICE OF COMMISSION VACANCIES The Beverly Hills City Council is seeking qualified candidates to fill vacancies on the following Commissions: FINE ART COMMISSION – One Vacancy HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION – One Vacancy PLANNING COMMISSION – One Vacancy Deadline to apply for all three Commissions: January 16, 2015 For more information on the Commission positions, please visit the City’s website at www.beverlyhills.org or call the City Clerk’s Office at (310) 285-2400. BYRON POPE, MMC City Clerk

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considered for landmark status, and will take away much of the uncertainty that made some homeowners uncomfortable. Homebuyers will also be more secure and informed. However, the new proposals are wide-ranging and have sparked a tremendous amount of blowback from preservationist organizations. The Los Angeles Conservancy has sent an Action Alert to all of its members, and will likely have a significant presence at City Hall when the new initiatives comes to City Council for approval. The LA Conservancy calls the proposals "a step backwards for historic preservation." But Fisher feels it is entirely adequate. “Some things we do want to preserve. They’re part of the fabric of Beverly Hills. Those things are naturally preserved,” he said. “ The more important the work, the easier it is to make good choices. The whole process needed to be updated or we would have landmarked all of Trousdale.” "I support some of the changes in the ordinance regarding expediting the process and giving surety to property owners about whether or not their property is historic," said Rosenstein. “However, I felt some of the other changes to the ordinance were somewhat arbitrary and punitive to the Cultural Heritage Commission; taking away or limiting responsibilities, powers and authority.” The report redefines “Master Architect” and raises the bar acknowledging only those architects who are recognized in the field of architecture with a body of literature, have won significant awards and have achieved substantial notoriety. Says Cultural Heritage Commissioner Noah Furie, “Its about fifty percent of what it was before.” In addition, the report renames the commission as “Historic Preservation Commission,” revises the powers and duties of the commissioners, shifts their authority into the Planning Department to the Director of Community Development and changes the criteria for landmark designation, among other changes. The City is home to more homes built by well-known, famous and infamous architects than most entire counties. Most homes in Beverly Hills have also been homes of celebrities and noted persons at some time. Changes were drafted by Planning

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today. BHHS senior Jack Stone, a national merit semifinalist, has not yet decided if he will accept Harvard’s offer. Sydney Navid, however, is headed to Emory, and National Merit Commended Student Lucas Harward is going to Vanderbilt; both entered binding agreements to attend those schools when they applied for Early Decision. From September to the first week in November, roughly 150 colleges visit the BHHS campus. Chi said she expects the school will have a complete list in May of where this crop of BHHS seniors is headed following a graduation survey. Colleges where BHHS students

December 19, 2014 | Page 9 Commissioner Craig Corman with Chair Howard Fisher and reviewed by Cultural Heritage Chair Maralee Beck and Commissioner Noah Furie. Furie and Beck have said that they will tolerate the changes. However, they have few alternatives; it is believed that the Cultural Heritage Commission does not have the votes in a City Council that does not like the prospect of involuntary landmarking. The offset for the new ordinance proposals is that the Planning Commission has created a new Historic Incentive Permit to entice businesses and homeowners to consider landmarking in exchange for variances that could be very attractive. The ordinance allows for “a caseby-case waiver of certain zoning development standards that would help encourage the preservation of historic resources in the City.” It would not allow deviations in the use standards. “The Planning Commission worked very hard, and cooperatively, with a broad spectrum of interests in Beverly Hills to ensure that the proposed revisions to our City’s historic preservation ordinance ensures preservation of the best architecture in this City,” said Fisher. The City Council will not meet again until January when the Cultural Heritage Commission will bring three projects before them. The projects include “Celluloid,” a sculpture by Merrell Gage (1959) at the corner of South Beverly Drive and Olympic Boulevard that commemorates the motion picture celebrities who preserved the City’s independence; Will Rogers Park, named in honor of the City’s first honorary mayor and donated by The Beverly Hills Hotel founder Margaret Anderson; and the Kronish House by architect Richard Neutra. The Kronish House is the only residence by Neutra in Beverly Hills that remains intact, its preservation thanks largely to the efforts of people such as Marcia Hobbs, president/publisher of The Courier and Dion Neutra, the architect’s son, who lobbied to delay the demolition. In foreclosure and scheduled for demolition, the home was in poor condition. With advocacy groups such as the LA Conservancy, the demolition was delayed and eventually, a preservation-minded buyer was found. The home is reportedly lovingly restored with the aid of architectural firm Marmol Radziner.

have been admitted to thus far include: University of Akron, University of Alabama, The American University of Paris, Arizona State (Barrett Honors College), University of Arizona, Babson College, College of Charleston, University of Colorado, Colorado School of Mines, and Eckerd College. Still more were Emory, Harvard, Indiana University, (and its Kelley School of Business), University of Iowa, University of Kansas, Loyola Marymount, Loyola University Maryland, Montana State, Northeastern University, University of Oregon, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Rutgers, Tulane, Vanderbilt, University of Vermont, and University of Wisconsin.

HOLIDAY MUTT MINGLE– Santa’s reindeers looked a lot like dogs Wednesday as Pussy & Pooch celebrated the Howlidays with a pack of wagging tailed-fuzzballs. Dogs of all types and sizes meet and greet with their owners in the back of the sleigh! Its a winter doggie wonderland. Even Santa looked a little like a mutt! Pussy & Pooch will be celebrating Twelve Days of Twinkle through the howlidays with great deals on all things pet. Donate a bag of catfood for spay/neuter at 10 percent off!

Jewish Community Foundation Grants $1 Million For Israel Emergency Needs The Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles (www.jewishfoundationla.org) has awarded approximately $1 million in grants to meet Israel’s emergency needs, as well as for initiatives to support that country’s economic development and to strengthen Jewish identity. Monies this year were awarded to nine programs in total and reflect an increase of some 65-percent from $600,000 granted in 2013 under JCF’s Israel Grants program. JCF President/CEO Marvin I. Schotland stated: “It has been a difficult year for Israel. As always, but particularly

during challenging times, our donors are here to offer essential support amid traumatic conditions. “As we stepped up funding for critical needs, we continued our practice of awarding Israel Grants that stimulate economic empowerment and self-sufficiency—particularly among historically disenfranchised communities such as observant Jewish women and Ethiopians—and with the potential to place thousands in the workforce.” For more information on the grants awarded by the JCF, read the full story today on www.bhcourier.com

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YOUNG LOVE – BHHS alumna Stacy Levyn (right), daughter of Karen and three-time Beverly Hills Mayor Thomas Levyn, has become engaged to fellow USC graduate Ricardo Rozen. The romantic proposal took place at a local gallery which was transformed into a “Stacy & Ricardo” art display with personal photos and notes of their fun time together.

Into The Woods Delights Audiences With Costumes, Songs At The Wallis By Laura Coleman The Oregon Shakespeare Festival’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s whimsical Into the Woods, which closes Sunday at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, is quite simply, a delightful journey for audiences of all ages. Talented performers (notably Jennie Greenberry in the role of Cinderella) couple with inspired costumes based on iconic 20th century images to give the parable an enchanting freshness. Costume designer Linda Roethke described her creative process: “I started as I always do by exploring questions. Why does the narrator tell this story? Why is Little Red an emotional eater? Why does Jack’s Mother have so little patience with Jack? Why is the Witch so angry? I thought a lot about family, and loss, and how aging is not valued in our culture.” To purchase tickets: www.thewallis.org.

ROYAL AFFAIR –From left: Katie Bradley as Florina, C a t h e r i n e Coulson as Cinderella's Stepmother, J e n n i e Greenberry as Cinderella, and Christiana Clark as Lucinda gather around Jeremy Peter Johnson as Cinderella's prince in Into the Woods

PARTY PERFECT–Famed special events producer Cheryl Cecchetto (revered for orchestrating some of Hollywood's biggest events including the official after parties for the Oscars and the Emmys) unveiled her autobiography, Passion To Create - Your Invitation To Celebrate, at a swanky cocktail reception at Bouchon in Beverly Hills. The gorgeous book features many Hollywood-inspired, party-planning tips for everything from personal weddings to home entertaining with recipes and insightful anecdotes about the behind-the-scenes drama and hilarity that comes with Cecchetto’s territory. The book is available for pre-order on Amazon. Courier Photo by Laura Coleman

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B E V E R LY H I L L S R E A L E S TAT E Battistoni Flagship Store Comes To Golden Triangle

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Etco Developer Believes Luxury Condos Are Great Value

By Victoria Talbot CondominiThe luxury ums are a great condominium devalue, especially veloper that for a empty brought Beverly nesters and first Hills the sell-out time homebuyers. success at 432 Few new conOakhurst Dr. has struction buildturned to 460 N. ings are immediPalm Dr. for anately coming to other round. the market. The condos “Real estate that bad-boy values in Beverly Justin Bieber has Hills have seen a called “home” steep, steady inNEW INVENTORY ON PALM –- Etco homes presents 460 N. Palm Dr., new luxdemonstrated crease in the last ury condominiums for the discerning buyer in the heart of Beverly Hills how valuable luxuthree years.” Etebar ry condominiums are and just how “pride,” which is what Etebar exudes reasons that these homes are espewhen he discusses his projects. much in demand. cially good value. “What kind of “The Palm Drive is a different new home can you buy at 3-4,000 The Etco formula was so successful on Oakhurst that the 34-unit design, 3-4 bedrooms and the square feet in the mid $3-5 million square footage is larger.” Etebar says range? You can buy a brand new project sold out in just 12 months. The new project promises to be that there is considerable momen- condo.” equally successful with demand in- tum, with reservation interest conHe compares the area to Loncreasing and high-end condo inven- verting to sales. don, NYC, Singapore and other roUnits will be priced starting bust markets worldwide. Discerning tory in the 90210 area is tight. “Our units have quality fea- about $1.9 million -$3.19 million buyers around the world are trendtures,” said Etco Principal/COO Bob and are primarily three bedrooms ing to luxury, which Etebar terms a Etebar, citing the Italian craftsman and three bathrooms that feature “flight to quality.” Beverly Hills is cabinetry and Fleetwood windows nice verandas. ground zero. The Penthouse has rooftop decks and doors as examples. “The 90210 address is world“Quality” is a good word, one with each unit at 2,300 additional renown. It symbolizes luxury, safety that describes the result of the partic- square feet. and security the world over. And The project on Oakhurst hov- from a buyers’ perspective, 460 N. MODERN COOKING– Glass tile and stainless steel ular fastidiousness and attention to appliances are sleek, smooth modern appearance detail that emerges in a conversation ered at 2,200-square feet, compared Palm Dr. is a compelling choice for with Bob Etebar. The other word is to 2,900-square feet at Palm. the discerning buyer.” without sacrificing hominess in this luxury kitchen. By Laura Coleman Men’s Italian luxury brand Battistoni could open its new flagship store in Beverly Hills as early as summer, confirmed Houman Mahboubi with BRC Advisors, the lead broker who shepherded his client to sign a 10-year lease for the 6,000-square-foot property at Wilshire and Rodeo formerly occupied by St. John’s last week. “They're going to be a great addition to the City of Beverly Hills,” he said. “It's definitely a line that should be in Beverly Hills." The elegant Italian brand that specializes in men’s wear, has been around for over half a century. Designer Cosimo Pizzulli has been tapped to oversee the redesign.

BHGLAAR INSTALLS NEW OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS–- The Courier salutes the 2015 slate of officers. From left: Edward Segal, Brian Brubaker, Ryan Ole Hass, Robert Leighton, Erika Mlachak, Aaron Leider, Debora Bright-Laney, Marco Rufo, John Winther, Diane Manns, Brian Selem, Stan Smith, Catherine da Gama, Steven Drust, Daniel Signani, Peter Hernandez, (not pictured) Pat Heller B L A C K T A K E S CHAMBER APPOINTMENT–- Hilton & Hyland Executive VP of Marketing a n d Development Charles L. Black III has been appointed to the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.

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CELEBRATING ITS SUCCESS—The Jeffrey Foundation celebrated a $1.2 million gift from the Margie and Robert E. Petersen Foundation and a “Holiday Art Gallery” at the Exclusive Collection on Beverly Drive. From left: Darren Frank, event coordinator; Beverly Cohen, event chair and chair of the foundation’s Circle of Love support group; and founder Alyce Morris Winston, with a commendation from L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti. Event proceeds support the foundation’s programs for special needs children. The foundation, which marks 43 years next year, will host it’s Children’s Holiday Party tomorrow at its facility, 5470 Washington Blvd. For more information, visit www.thejeffreyfoundation.com, call 323-965-7536 or email info@thejeffreyfoundation.com. Photo by Leo Hamrozalli AK

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UCLA, House Clinic Sign Letter Of Intent To Expand Access To Specialty Ear Care

NCJW/LA Hosts Annual Clothing Giveaway The National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles’ (NCJW/LA) invited those in need in the L.A. community to select from thousands of items at its free Annual Clothing Giveaway this month. NCJW/LA served more than 2,000 individuals and families and provided more than 75,000 pieces of clothing, books and stuffed animals, collected from its eight Council Thrift Shops, in the parking lot of NCJW/LA Council House on Fairfax Avenue. Attendees were also able to receive

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information from local social service providers at the Community Resource Fair. The thrift shops fund NCJW/LA’s community programs and services that help women children, and families throughout L.A., including a free Counseling Talkline (877-655-3807), Women Helping Women Community Counseling & Support Services, and Women Helping Children Art & Literacy Programs for Youth. For more information, visit www.NCJW.org.

The UCLA department of head and neck surgery and House Clinic have signed a letter of intent to pursue and finalize a clinical partnership. The alliance is designed to create a nationals leader in patient care, research and education for hearing and ear disorders. “We are thrilled to welcome the House Clinic’s group of physicians to the internationally recognized UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA,” said Dr. David Feinberg, president of the UCLA Health System, CEO of the UCLA Hospital System and associate vice chancellor of the UCLA Health Sciences. “Our partnership will enable patients from Los Angeles and throughout the world to be treated by House doctors as part of the UCLA network.” The move will preserve each organization’s identity and mission while blending clinical operations to expand patient access to House and UCLA specialists. The clinic’s nine physicians, including two neurosurgeons specializing in tumors and other diseases affecting the inner ear and skull base, will join UCLA’s network. “UCLA’s strong community outreach and reputation as the preeminent medical school in Southern California will further our mission of advancing the medical and surgical treatment of hearing loss and ear disorders,” said Dr. Jennifer Derebery, president of the House Clinic. Based in downtown L.A., the House Clinic has satellite locations in Orange, Huntington Beach, Bakersfield, Santa Monica, Encino and Ventura. All sites dispense hearing aids, and the Orange location also offers medical care. “Having the House Clinic join the UCLA Health family demonstrates our commitment to future growth and excellence in the field,” said Dr. Gerald Berke, chair of head and neck surgery

Dr. Gerald Berke at UCLA. Both UCLA and House have attracted global acclaim for improving the medical and surgical treatment of hearing loss and ear disorders. UCLA was ranked #10 for ear, nose and throat care in U.S. News & World Report’s 2015 “Best Hospitals” edition. The UCLA neurotology program provides advanced medical and surgical therapies for treatment of hearing loss and balance disorders and has been named a U.S. Center of Excellence by the National Institutes of Health. Both UCLA and House are among a handful of sites designated by the state for cochlear implantation surgery. UCLA’s pediatric program provides comprehensive medical and surgical management of ear, nose and throat disorders for children from birth to age 21. Founded in 1942, House Clinic helped pioneer the development of skull-base surgery and was instrumental in developing the cochlear implant, which revolutionized the treatment of deafness.

WORKING TO EMPOWER YOUTH—A Place Called Home, a South L.A.-based organization that proves a safe haven for underserved youth, held its “Gala for the Children” at The Beverly Wilshire. Enjoying the event were above left: Andrea Navedo and Azie Tesfai from Jane The Virgin with Serinda Swan from Chicago Fire, and right: APCH Executive Director Jonathan Zeichner with Jan Perry. Zeichner told the crowd his organization believes in recognizing those who strive to improve the community’s quality of life. The nonprofit presented the Children’s Inspiration Award to Byron Allen, founder, chairman/CEO of Entertainment Studios; and the Champion of Children Awards to Terry Press, president of CBS films. The event was co-chaired by entertainment industry leaders and APCH board members Barbara Glazer, Dawn Taubin and Maryellen Zarakas. APCH works to help youth gain control of the quality and direction of their lives through programs in education, arts and well-being. Photos by LoveLee Images

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LA Art Show Sets Opening Night On College Freshmen Panicking About Their First Premiere, Run At Convention Center Grades, The Hazzards Of ‘Serial Entrepreneurship’ The LA Art Show will hold its its opening night premiere party, 8-11 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015, in the South Hall of the Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S. Figueroa St. A patron reception will begin at 7 p.m., and the LA Art Show will be open to the public in the same location from Jan. 15-18. More than 7,000 art patrons attended the 2014 opening, hosted by Cheech Marin. More than 7,000 art patrons attended the 2014 opening, hosted by Cheech Marin. Additional guests included: Barbra Streisand, James Brolin, Shepard Fairey, Mayor Eric

ART SHOW HIGHLIGHTS— Among the featured works at this year’s LA Art Show next month will be Pierre-Auguste Renoir’s “Paysage de Bretagne,” top; Berthe Morisot’s “Girl in a Green Coat,” (above left) and John William Godward’s, “A Signal,” (above right). All are oil son canvas.

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Q. Dear Dr. Fran: My son is a college freshman about to get his grades for the first time since starting college. He is in a panic worried sick that he didn’t do well. Do most kids panic or chill out around first college report card grading? Mark B. A. Dear Mark: Let me comment on the “chill out” aspect of college freshman grades. I am geographically located in Beverly Hills, 90210, land of wealth and privilege. Most of the highschool kids I treat in my practice attend collegeprep academically rigorous expensive private schools. The ones who go to public school attend Beverly Hills High School which has a high academic rating; and is a feeder school to top universities and colleges. The word I hear from both parents and freshman college students is that their highschool programs were so strenuous that they were fully prepared for college. These kids are not overwhelmed, freaking out, or collapsing under pressure. • I do, however, see a few kids who have suffered from separation anxiety, being ripped away from their parents and families and who are experiencing culture shock. • I have seen and heard about a slightly high number of kids suffering from what I refer to as the Teacup Syndrome. This is the child/adolescent who was overprotected and perhaps had a “Helicopter Parent” who hovered and did all of the unpleasant menial tasks for their child, never allowing the kid to practice difficult chores and self-reliant

Dr. Fran Walfish Answers Your Questions jobs. These kids crack under the slightest pressure to be selfsufficient. They haven’t had to do it before now. • Also, I have one or two patients who collapsed a bit very briefly from anxiety and worry about academics, but when they faced reality, they did fine and the anxiety disappeared. Q. Dear Dr. Fran: I read a recent research study indicating that entrepreneurship can be addictive. Can you give me some signs that I can look for to determine if my husband is a “serial entrepreneur?” Joan H. A. Dear Joan: Serial entrepreneurship can become an addiction in some people. It’s a good rule of thumb to avoid temptation to diagnose and categorize others or self. It’s always best to use the follow-

ing signs and markers as a means to open dialogue with your husband about your feelings and concerns. Here are: “Dr. Fran’s Top 3 Signs of Serial Entrepreneurs:” 1. The entrepreneur gets his or her “high” from closing deals vs. from interpersonal relationships. Therefore, he distances himself from his wife and children causing a vacuum of his existence and deep loneliness in his spouse. 2. Accelerated appearance of greed and power in the entrepreneur. We live in an American society where money is power. In a parallel, in families children perceive the holder of power as the one with the loudest voice. In fact, power is often held by the one who does not lose his temper and is able to inhibit negative impulses and regulate their own powerful feelings. 3. Obsessive compulsive thoughts and behaviors that draw and magnetize the entrepreneur to activities focused on developing more business and away from relationships and everyday life functioning.

Dr. Fran Walfish is the author of The Self-Aware Parent at www.DrFranWalfish.com. Send questions to franwalfish-@gmail.com.

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Geffen Funder To Honor Mellody Hobson, George Lucas, Elton John, David Furnish By John L. Seitz “Backstage at the Geffen” will honor Mellody Hobson and George Lucas with the Distinction in Service Award and Sir Elton John and David Furnish with the Distinction in Theater Award at its 13th annual fundraiser, slated for March 22. The irreverent evening of laughter, music and personal “backstage” stories by a cavalcade of stars precedes the award ceremony in the Gil Cates Theater at the Geffen Playhouse. It will be produced by Gil Cates, Jr., vice chairman of the board while David Geffen is honorary chair, and launch the 20th anniversary of the founding of the not-forprofit theater. Funds raised are earmarked for a host of Geffen Playhouse endeavors including new play development, playwright commissions, second

productions and artistic risks, as well as the theater’s awardwinning education and outreach programs which help bring the excitement of live theater to more than 15,000 disadvantaged youth, seniors, veterans and community members annually. Title sponsor City National Bank returns for its sixth year. “Our honorees are dynamic trailblazers in the arenas of entertainment and business but no less impressive than in their many philanthropic contributions,” said Martha Henderson and Pamela Robinson, cochairs of the Geffen board. Mellody Hobson, president of Ariel Investments, oversees all operations outside of research and portfolio management. Additionally, she serves as board chair of DreamWorks Animation SKG as well as director of The Estée Lauder and Starbucks. OFFICER OF THE YEAR –The Beverly Hills Police Officer’s Association named Joshua Cudworth (right) the “2014 Patrol Officer of the Year” Friday at its annual holiday party. BHPD sergeants and lieutenants selected Cudworth for the award as one of eight finalists nominated by his peers for the distinction. The award was created in 2008 by BHPD Chief Dave Snowden (left) to acknowledge, “the efforts, commitment and continuous contributions by officers assigned to uniform positions.”

Filmmaker George Lucas’ devotion to timeless storytelling and cutting-edge innovation has resulted in some of the most successful films of all time, including the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises. He serves on the boards of The Film Foundation, and the USC School of Cinematic Arts and will soon build the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. Sir Elton John has sold more than 250 million records worldwide including Candle In The Wind, the biggest selling single of all time. He is recipient of some 40 gold and platinum albums, mostly co-written with his long-time. Among his numerous awards are 5 Grammys,

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said of the good-luck symbol his father used to keep on his desk. “When traveling, wherever I can, I go into a flea market, or somewhere on the street to buy monkeys. And it's good luck, because every time I bought the monkey, something good happened. I always had a good time on the trip.” Renowned for his philanthropy–a passion instilled in him as a boy by his father–Black said he always looks to see where he can help. Indeed, his work with Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, Vista del Mar, the Jewish Federation, and the City of Hope, in addition to other noble institutions, has galvanized others to give while simultaneously enriching the lives of countless individuals touched by these organizations. “I think by showing people the way to go in helping other people, that helps,” he said. “My father was very charitable and got me involved in different things when I was a young kid. He taught me to help people–actually, helping people around the world–do good things. He taught me, do good things, good things happen. It's true.” Together with his late wife, Joyce, who died last year, the Blacks carved a legacy as longtime fundraisers and supporters of many wonderful organizations, particularly Jewish philanthropies. The names of the Beverly Hills pair are prominently displayed on several L.A. structures including the Joyce and Stanley Black Family Building at CHLA and the American ORT Stanley and Joyce Black Family Building on Wilshire. The couple first met in 1954 one summer afternoon at the beach through a mutual friend. Following a brief courtship, the two lost touch until about six months later when Black saw his bride-tobe once again while at the Hollywood Legion for a fight. He recalled that night 58 years ago: “So I said, ‘I’ve got to call you.’ So I did and we started dating. It must have

George Lucas, Mellody Hobson, David Furnish, and Sir Elton John

a Tony and Kennedy Center Honor. In 1998, he was knighted by HM Queen Elizabeth II. David Furnish parlayed a successful career in advertising into filmmaking, first directing a BAFTA-nominated documentary and forming a production been six months, a year, and then we decided to get married. She was 18, I was 23. We had a wedding planned, somewhere in Beverly Hills, but what happened was this one time I got into an accident downtown...I was in a parking lot and a car came by and hit my arm so they had to take me to the emergency hospital, so I called my future wife on the way to the hospital....So we were going out to dinner that night and when I came to get her, she said, ‘We're going to go to Las Vegas and get married right now because I know something else is going to happen to you and I don't want to lose you.’ So we eloped to Las Vegas.” At the time, Black had just started his career in real estate. Shortly after he was discharged from serving in the Korean War, where he was stationed for 18 months at Los Alamitos Naval Air Station, Black took over his father’s share of the downtown L.A. textile business, Black & Sons started by Black’s grandfather. After his father died from hepatitis (Black was 21 at the time his father, 49, contracted the disease from a stomach operation that required a blood transfusion), Black’s aunt and uncle bought out his interests in the family-run business. “So George Konheim at Buckeye Construction, who was a good friend of [my father’s], says: ‘Why don't you go in the real estate business? I know you like real estate.’ Which I did,” Black recalled. “My father and I used to go out and look at deals. I'd buy stuff with him. And I told [Konheim], I'd like to start in the real estate business.” They spent the next three or four years building office buildings on La Cienega, including the Jack Black building named after his father, in addition to apartment houses on Robertson, Wilshire and the Sunset Strip. Black then decided to set out on his own. He partnered with a man who took on two investors who served as the team’s financiers and together they built around 20 apartment houses around the Sunset Strip.

company Rocket Pictures. He is chairman of the Elton John AIDS Foundation and a contributing editor for British GQ. For information, visit www.geffenplayhouse.com/bac kstage or call 310-208-6500 ext. 112. “One day a fellow, Arthur Kaplan, called me and he said he had a piece of property on Sunset Boulevard....right on the strip,” Black recounted of his next real estate venture. Black knew it was a perfect property to build office buildings, but his then-partner opted out of the deal. “They said: ‘If we have General Motors as a tenant, we'll build a building. But just to build a spec office building, it's too dangerous.’” Over the course of the next four decades, Kaplan and Black built 50 office buildings throughout L.A., in addition to apartment buildings under their company KB Management. “But I never built in Beverly Hills, because I didn't want to compete with George Konheim,” he recalled. However, Black did build a Beverly Hills home for his wife, son, Jack, and two daughters, Jill and Janis, where his youngest daughter now lives with her family. All three Black children attended Hawthorne and Beverly Hills High School and today Black counts six grandchildren. “Our whole life was around Beverly Hills,” her recalled. “We went to the restaurants and shows. Everything.” Eventually, a Canadian company purchased KB Management and Black began picking up net-net investment deals. Black said these socalled “envelope deals” have proved to be excellent investments where long-term property tenants simply put a check in the mail. Following Kaplan’s death in 1985, Black founded Beverly Hills-based Black Equities Group with his son and new partner Bob Barth. Employing an investment strategy centered around income-producing properties, over the last three decades Black Equities has acquired deals having an aggregate value in excess of $350 million. “I know the whole world, they talk about Beverly Hills, and I was fortunate,” Black reminisced. “I wasn't born in Beverly Hills, but I lived here and been around here all my life. I'm very fortunate to be in this area.”

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Natural History Museum To Display To End Tenure This Spring Chorale Extend Scarlett O’Hara’s Twelve Oaks Party Dress After 17 years The newly-conserved green and Partnership with the orchestra, white dress worn by Scarlett O’Hara Maestro Alexander Treger will step down as the music director at the end of the American Youth Symphony’s (AYS) 50th anniversary season in spring 2015. “Working with so many exceptional young musicians, I have been inspired by their dedication and artistry,” said Treger, “it has been a joy to guide them from talented student to professional performer; in fact, it has been one of the most rewarding experi- Maestro Alexander Treger ences of my career.” The symphony will honor Treger for his years of leadership at a “Celebration Concert and Annual Gala” on April 26, 2015, where he will lead the orchestra in Tchaikovsky’s 6th Symphony, selected by Treger to commemorate this occasion. The orchestra’s search for its next music director will begin in 2015. Treger came to the AYS in 1998, succeeding AYS co-founder Mehli Mehta‚ the only other music director in the symphony’s history. Under his leadership, the symphony has performed at Carnegie Hall and Walt Disney Concert Hall and worked with numerous leading musicians including Yefim Bronfman, Sarah Chang, Midori, Johannes Moser, Alan Silvestri and John Williams. “The Southern California classical music community has greatly benefitted from Maestro Treger’s AYS tenure,” says Kevin Dretzka, chair of the AYS board. “His talent, knowledge, and command of the repertory has improved the performance level of AYS and provided audiences with inspired concert experiences,” says Dretzka. The orchestra provides paid fellowships to talented musicians from all over the world; and AYS concerts are presented free of charge.

Trio Cavatina At the Doheny Mansion Trio Cavatina with Cindy Wu, viola, will present a concert of music by Schubert and Mendelssohn at 8 p.m., Friday, Jan. 23 at The Doheny Mansion, 8 Chester Place. The concert will feature Mendelssohn’s Piano Trio in c, Opt. 66, No. 2, Schubert's, Notturno in E flat, D. 987 and Walton’s Piano Quartet in d. For information and tickets ($75-$85) call 213-4772929 or visit www.DaCamer a.org.

The L.A. Master Chorale – the resident choir of Walt Disney Concert Hall led by Artistic Director Grant Gershon—and KUSC (91.5 FM)—are extending their broadcast partnership for two seasons, with 14 of the acclaimed choir’s Disney Hall concerts from the 2012|13, 2013|14 and 2014|15 seasons airing in two seven-week series, entitled KUSC's SoCal Sunday Night: The LA Master Chorale in Concert. The first concert, the chorale’s holiday concert from last season, airs at 7 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 21, will feature Ralph Vaughn Williams arrangement of Nine Carols For Male Voices, Ottorino Respighi’s Lauda per la Natività del Signore (Laud To Yhe Nativity), Benjamin Britten’s A Ceremony Of Carols and Stephen Paulus’ Christmas Dances. “KUSC is proud to continue its partnership with the chorale to present this series,” says KUSC’s Kelsey McConnell, executive producer of the series. “Choral music is an important part of the station’s offerings, and we are pleased to share the choir’s exceptional artistry with our listeners.” For information, visit w w. K U S C . o r g , o r www.LAMC.org.

(Vivien Leigh) to the barbeque at the Twelve Oaks Plantation in Gone With The Wind will go on view for the general public for the first time, beginning tomorrow. It will be featured in a speciallymade costume case in the permanent exhibit “Becoming Los Angeles” at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (NHM), 900 Exposition Blvd., for six months. The costume, designed by Walter Plunkett, who designed all the women’s costumes in the film, consists of three pieces—a bodice, a skirt, and a kelly green sash. Made to fit actress Leigh, its waistline measures 24.5 inches (much roomier than the notorious 17-inch waist GWTW author Margaret Mitchell ascribed to Scarlett in her book). The artifact was donated by Daniel Selznick, son of GWTW producer David O. Selznick, to LACMA, which in turn donated it to NHM’s collection of Hollywood costumes in 2004. The signature costume appears onscreen for 30 important minutes of the Civil War romance — Scarlett is shown being strapped into her corset to fit into the dress before the party begins, and wears the gown throughout the party where she loses Ashley Wilkes, meets Rhett Butler Shortly before the designer passed died in 1982, he was able to reconstruct the skirt which had disintegrated over the

After its conservation, the dress will be on display for six months. Photo courtesy NHM

years. Plunkett hand-painted the organza overlay and made a new sash. “It was an incredibly rare instance when the original designer of a costume was still alive and able to do the major repair work on it,” said Beth Werling, NHM Collections manager. For more information, visit www.nhm.org or call 213-763-DINO.

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Frances Allen Desert Roundup He wasn’t there to blow out the candles, but Frank Sinatra’s 99th birthday was celebrated over a two-day span with chili, Jack Daniels and a moving tribute: “An Evening of Laughter and Memories of Frank” starring Tom Dreesen, the legendary comedian who, for 13 years, opened for Sinatra’s live, cross-country performances. If you haven’t heard of Tom Dreesen, your television must have been broken for a long time. He has made over 500 appearances on national television, including more than 60 on The Tonight Show. Traveling with Sinatra and the singer’s “Rat Pack” buddies, has generated hours of stories and years of memories, all of which Dreesen intermixes with tales from his own fascinating background. Dreesen’s performance before a sold-out birthday party audience at the recently dedicated “The Helene Galen Performing Arts Center,” located on the campus of Rancho Mirage High School, kept Sinatra and Dreesen fans riveted in their seats as the latter told

of his rise from a shoe shine boy in Harvey, Illinois to a member to of the extended Sinatra family. After the show, premiere ticket holders were invited by Barbara Sinatra and Tom Dreesen to attend an on-stage dessert reception in celebration of the crooner, with the proceeds of the entire evening going to support of the Barbara Sinatra Center for Abused Children. Founded by Frank and Barbara Sinatra, the internationally acclaimed center counsels physically, sexually and emotionally abused children. No child is ever turned away due to a family’s inability to pay. “But,” as the TV pitchmen say, “There’s more!” The evening before Dreesen’s performance, co-event-chair Louise Korshak and her husband Stuart, hosted a private celebration in their Palm Desert home attended by Barbara Sinatra, Tom Dreesen, Michael Childers and featuring such Sinatra favorites as chili and Jack Daniels.

‘HAPPY 99’ OLE BLUE EYES–The Desert community celebrated Frank Sinatra’s 99th birthday with a major fundraiser for the Barbara Sinatra Center for Abused Children. On hand (top, from left): Stuart Korshak; Jeanine Torrence; Ames Cushing; Louise Korshak, event co-chair; and Carla Breer Howard; Vince Ferragamo with Barbara Sinatra. (Left photo): Tom Dreesen, star of the evening. (Below, from left): Marion Rosenthal. Kevin Parker and Brook Rosenthal Petersen; Connie Whitfield and Valerie Foster Hoffman. (Bottom photo, from left): Brian Maillian, Beverly Johnson, Carole Haes Landon and Dale Landon. Photos by Lani Garfield

OUTLOOK B E V E R LY H I L L S OUTLOOK The Circle, Switzerland’s official submission for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 87th Academy Awards, will screen through Dec. 24 at Laemmle Theater Music Hall 3, 9036 Wilshire Blvd. Directed by Stefan Haupt, the the film is set in post-war Zurich during the gay rights movement and provides insight into the history of Europe’s oldest gay network and its heyday and decline. Screenings tonight at 7:30 p.m., and early afternoon tomorrow will be followed by a Q&A with director Haupt. For screening times and ticket sales, visit http://www.laemmle.com/films/38670. For information on the film, visit www.thecircle-movie.com. • • • • • Begin a festive new tradition with a reservation for Holiday Tea featuring Ruinart

Champagne at Montage Beverly Hills. Settle back in a comfortable sofa before a blazing fire in the Parq Bar. Tiered trays of luscious finger sandwiches and miniature pastries including dulce de leche chocolate tarts, pumpkin roulade with cream cheese filling, pistachio éclairs and peppermint macaroons’ are paired with a selection of delicate holiday cookies and chocolate covered strawberries. The tea is hosted daily (through Dec. 31) from noon to 4 p.m. for $85 or $90 per person. The Montage’s traditional holiday tea is priced at $75 per person, but does not include champagne. A children’s tea is also available. For reservations, phone 310-860-7940.

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Beverly Hills High Boys Basketball Tops Santa Monica

HAIL TO THE CHAMPIONS–The 2014 Beverly Hills AYSO soccer season came to an end this weekend as the Moustache Maniacs defeated the Wolverines 2-0 on Saturday at El Rodeo School to win the Girls Under 10 championship. Twenty one teams and over 200 girls played in the under 10 division this season. Pictured above, top row, from left: Coach Carli Stein and Coach Rick Wolfen. Middle row, from left: Zaraya Jordan, Natalie Douek, Lola Sheen, Athena Schnabel, Naomi Mayzels, Chloe Peykar and Darryl Zanuck. Front row, from left: Maggie Skinner and Lola Berghoff

By Matt Lopez In an early preseason preview between what could very well be the two teams battling it out this year for Ocean League supremacy, Beverly Hills topped Santa Monica last Saturday 63-53. The win came in the seventh-place game of the Beverly Hills Tournament. Chance Comanche dominated the game for the Normans, totaling 14 points and grabbing 15 rebounds to help lift Beverly Hills past its Ocean League foe. Last year, the two teams shared the top spot in the league with matching 8-2 Ocean League records, although Beverly Hills finished slightly better overall with an 18-10 record compared to Santa Monica’s 17-11 finish. Ryan Manoocheri added 13 points for Beverly Hills, which improved to 4-4 on the season with the win. Jalen Sands added nine points and Eman Rafelian added eight points for the Normans.

The Normans return to the court the day after Christmas, taking on Redmond High of Washington in the 2014 MaxPreps Holiday Classic at Palm Springs High in a 7:30 tip off. Boys soccer Eduardo Ochoa had seven saves for the BHHS boys soccer team in a 3-0 loss to visiting South Torrance last Thursday in a South Bay Westside Tournament match. The Normans fell to 0-2-2 on the young season with the loss. Cole Offer had two shots on goal and Naka O’Connor had one shot on goal. Wrestling After taking fourth-place at the Lancaster Duals on Nov. 24, the BHHS varsity wrestling team beat Agoura 48-21 and lost to Torrance 42-37 on Dec. 2 in nonleague dual meets. In the Newbury Park Invite on Dec. 7, Kyle Khalili (122 pounds) took fifth-place and Raven Castro won the consolation championship.

Registration Now Open For Beverly Hills Winter Beverly Hills AYSO Region 76 To Break Camps Host 18th Annual Beverly Hills By Victoria Talbot The City of Beverly Hills Winter Break Camps registration is now open. For residents, registration began last Monday and for non-residents, registration begins Dec 22. Camp offerings include Camp Beverly Hills for 5-10 year-olds, a fun safe camp environment where kids will participate in games, crafts, sports and special-themed Friday.

Camp is offered Dec. 22 to 26 from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Roxbury Park. For kids aged 5-13 years, Catskills West – Winter Camp Showcase offers theatrical fun, with two weeks in which campers will create a small showcase theater experience with musical numbers and daily activities. The singing, acting and dancing will culminate in the finale showcase.

Ages 5-14 can also enjoy basketball and soccer camps. Basketball will be offered at El Rodeo and soccer will be at La Cienega Park, with both fullday and half-day sessions offered. For pricing, enrollment and more information, register online at www.BeverlyHills.org/BHRegOnline

By Matt Lopez AYSO Region 76 will hold its 18th annual Beverly Hills Sportsmanship Cup this weekend. There will be 85 AYSO teams competing from around Southern California (including locations like Ojai, Lancaster and Newbury Park), totaling nearly 1,500 players at 11 different sites.

The kids playing will be Under 10, U12, and U14 for a weekend of soccer, family and fun. Local soccer fields being used for the event include La Cienega Park, Roxbury Park, Fenton field, Beverly Hills High, El Rodeo, Hawthorne, Fairfax and Kenneth Hahn Park. AYSO Regions 1031 (South Central) and 78 (Hollywood) work with Beverly Hills to help host the tournament. The Sportsmanship Cup was founded initially by Michael Karlin to provide a postseason tournament centered around good sportsmanship among the players and families. Mark and Cindy Dubin serve as tournament co-directors. Games at the various fields will be going on from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. this weekend. On Sunday, at La Cienega Park there will be a special portion of the tournament involving players in the “VIP” program. Players in this program have special needs and play with their buddies (volunteers who play on the field with him) beginning around 11 a.m.

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December 19, 2014 | Page 23 MAKING THE SEASON BRIGHT—At their end-of-the-year celebration last week, members of the Beverly Hills Women’s Club (BHWC) brought toys for the U. S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program that distributes them to less fortunate children. From left are: Sgt. Fitzgarald Cano, BHWC member and philanthropist Jackie Burdorf; President Mumsey Nemiroff, member and Swedish actress and producer Agnes-Nicole Winter, and Sgt. Nolan Beeson. Photos by Maxine Picard

Celebrate The Holidays With Treats From The Beverly Hills Centennial Cookbook

Clippers Partner With Children’s Hospital Los Angeles To Host ‘Day Of Giving’

The Beverly Hills Centennial Cookbook not only makes a great gift —for anyone who wants to create signature dishes from the City’s best restaurants—but it also offers holiday treats for those who already own the 175-page glossy collection. Following are recipes from two of the featured restaurants that would make any holiday special.

The Los Angeles Clippers and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) have partnered to host “A Day of Giving” to raise money for the hospital's Helping Hands Fund, a campaign to support critical, life-saving care for every child treated, regardless of a family's ability to pay. As part of the partnership, the team will host a “Dedicated Awareness Night” at 7:30 p.m., Monday, Dec. 29 against the Utah Jazz at Stapes Center. Money raised will go directly to CHLA’s Helping Hands Fund. To participate in “A Day of Giving,” donations may be made online at www.chla.org/clippers or by participating in the team’s online auction at www.clippers.com. Donations may also

Panna Cotta Il Cielo’s Panna Cotta garnished with edible sugared rose petals and raspberry sauce. Ingredients: 4 c of manufacturing cream 10 tsp. whipping cream 1/2 c of sugar 1 stick of vanilla bean 0.5 oz vanilla extract 1/2 sheet of gelatin (soaked in water) 10 4 oz foil molds edible rose petals 36 ladyfingers Directions: Combine the manufacturing cream, whipping cream, sugar and vanilla bean in a sauce pan. Then add the soaked gelatin. Simmer until the gelatin has completely dissolved. Let cool at room temperature. Pour mixture into foil molds and refrigerate for four hours. Garnish with edible, sugar coated rose petals. (Makes 10 desserts)

Recipe courtesy of Pasquale Vericella Chocolate Lava Cake Ingredients: 3/4 lb. butter lightly salted 3/4 lb. semi-sweet chocolate 5 eggs whole 3 egg yolks, fresh 3/4 c sugar 2 Tbs flour Preparation 1. Cut butter and chocolate into small pieces then place in a mixing bowl. Set over top of a double boiler with simmering water. Heat the butter and chocolate until melted. 2. While chocolate is melting, combine whole eggs and egg yolk in a mixing bowl and whip until slightly thick. 3. Add sugar to eggs and whip for

1 minute to blend. 4. Lightly whip the chocolate and the butter until smooth. Add the egg mixture to the chocolate and mix well. Fold in flour and combine well into chocolate mixture. 5. Spread additional room-temperature butter and flour in 6 small cups. Combine butter and flour making a smooth paste. Make sure to cover all the areas in the cup. 6. Fill each cup equally with batter to about half an inch from the top. 7. Cook cake in 350 degree oven for 18-20 minutes until it is firm on the top with a light crust. 8. Remove the cake from the oven and allow to cool for 1-3 minutes. Carefully tip the cup onto the plate. Garnish with fresh berries a mint leaf.

Recipe courtesy of Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar The book is for anyone who ever wanted to make the butternut squash gnocchi from Il Pastaio, the smoked salmon and caviar pizza from Spago of the chicken pot pie from The Grill on the Alley. Edited and designed by Judy Kessler, the cookbook includes recipes from 39 restaurants including Nate ‘n Al, Monsieur Marcel, La Dolce Vita, Spago, Bouchon, Lawry’s, Prime Rib and Via Allora as well as “flashback” recipes such as Romanoff’s chocolate souffle and The Brown Derby’s original Cobb salad and dressing. It is available for purchase online at http://mkt.co/beverly-hills and instore at The Beverly Hills Conference and Visitors Bureau, 9400 S. Santa Monica Blvd. Price is $39.95, and only 200 copies remain available.

be made by texting CHLA to 41444 or by calling 1-844-LAC-GIVE (1-844-5224489) on Dec. 29 between 5:30 and 11 p.m. Donation canisters will be located around L.A. Live, Star Plaza and the Team L.A. Store at Staples Center. Donations will be matched up to $25,000 by the Clippers organization with support from Fox Sports. Clippers’ players Jordan Farmar, Chris Douglas-Roberts and Spencer Hawes recently spent an afternoon visiting patients at CHLA. Clippers broadcaster Ralph Lawler joined the players along with members of the Clippers Spirit dance team and other game night entertainment personalities to greet and provide patients with signed memorabilia.

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BIRTHDAYS—Jeff Cutler, Alyssa Milano, Jennifer Beals and Jake Gyllenhaal (Dec. 19); Lionel Furst, Laurie Konheim and Keifer Sutherland (Dec. 20); Nooshin Meshkaty, Sherry Dodd and Hector Elizondo (Dec. 22); Dr. Prediman K. Shah, Susan Lucci and Eddie Vedder (Dec. 23); Ryan Seacrest, Ricky Martin and Mary Cutler (Dec. 24); Robin Gerber, Barbara Mandrell, and Sissy Robin Gerber Sherry Dodd Jeff Cutler Dr. Prediman Shah Mary Cutler Nooshin Meshkaty Jacqueline Bell Laurie Konheim Spacek (Dec 25). HOLLYWOOD FOR MENTAL HEALTH–The Thalians held its annual celebrity filled holiday dinner-dance at the Bel-Air Country Club. The group’s board of directors Boys and Girls Club of America (BGCA) honored presented a $200,000 check FOX Sports with the “Champion of Youth Award” at its to Dr. Thomas Strouse (front), medical director of Great Futures gala in The Beverly Hilton. BGCA UCLA’s Resnick Neuropsytrustee Eric Shanks, president/COO/executive producchiatric Hospital, toward its er of FOX Sports accepted the award. $1 million pledge to UCLA’s Operation Mend to heal America’s wounded warriors mind, body and spirit. Top row (from left): Larry Wolfe, Barbara Cohen-Wolfe. Middle row: Frank Sheftel, Stefanie Hibler, Brian Theobald, and Andrew McDonald. Front row: Dr. Irwin Lehrhoff, Kira Lorsch and Ruta Lee. Photo by Reed Hutchinson

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BGCA GALA–The Boys and Girls Club of America “Great Futures Gala in The Beverly Hilton found FOX Sports President Eric Shanks (right) receiving an award on behalf of his network. He is joined by the event’s emcees Joe Buck (left) and Erin Andrews, both FOX Sports announcers. Photo by Vince Bucci

More than 600 guests were ushered into the ballroom to a rousing march by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Long Beach Drum Corps along with youth greeters from the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Foothills before being welcomed by the evening’s hosts, FOX Sports announcers Joe Buck and Erin Andrews. BGCA’s Military Services Program, serving nearly 500,000 children nationally of enlisted parents was given special recognition. Kiana Knolland, BGCA’s 2013-2014 National Youth of the Year awardee, shared her personal story, illustrating how the organization had changed her life. Michael Tennenbaum, a life member of BGCA National Board of Governors, celebrated the long-standing partnership between FOX Sports and BGCA. The network’s history with the clubs dates back to 2008 through its FOX Sports Supports charitable initiative, an industry leader in raising awareness for worthwhile causes. Eric Shanks, who has been responsible for securing significant financial support and lending valuable

media assets to bring greater awareness to the BGCA movement, stated: “We are involved on a personal level and know first-hand the importance of the mission, giving children the opportunity for a great future.” The evening ended with the audience brought to its feet with an appearance by Platinum recording artists, Sister Sledge, also longtime supporters of BGCA, who performed some of their greatest hits including We Are Family, He’s The Greatest Dancer and All American Girls. Andrew Tennenbaum, president of Flashpoint Entertainment, and Tim Wennes, West Coast president of Union Bank, co-chaired. ****** The Friends of the Fulfillment Fund held its 42nd

annual Holiday Party for Children with Disabilities on a soundstage at CBS Television City. More than 350 elementary school students, caregivers and teachers celebrated the holidays along with Santa. Stilt walkers, baton twirlers, the Harvard-Westlake School vocalists, dancers, and live animals from the exotic animal program at Moorpark College were the featured entertainment. The “Winter Wonderland” event, with lavish decorations designed by CBS set decorators, was spearheaded by the Friends of the Fulfillment Fund, cochaired by Cherna Gitnick and Jan Goldman. Dr. Gary Gitnick, who founded the nonprofit in 1977, was in attendance along with musician Chuck Bergman.

HOLIDAY PARTY–The Friends of the Fulfillment Fund held its 42nd Holiday Party for Children with Disabilities on a soundstage at CBS Television City. Joining one of the youngsters at the festivities (from right): Dr. Gary and Cherna Gitnick, co-founders of the Fulfillment Fund; Santa Claus; and Jan and Robert Goldman. Photo by Elaine Lee

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Beverly Hills Chihuahua Pays It Forward For Breed By Victoria Talbot Rusco, the Beverly Hills Chihuahua, is paying it forward to save the 3-400 Chis that are euthanized every week in shelters across Southern California. Saved from euthanasia he went on to become Disney Pictures beloved Beverly Hills Chihuahua, Pipa. Now he is going to bat for dogs on death row. Chihuahuas popularity brought a surge of popularity. Oversaturation meant unwanted pups were dumped at shelters, the most numerous in shelters. Trainer Mike Alexander

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with an 8,632 square foot "basement" with a height of 28' that will result in the removal of 8,081 cubic yards of earth. That amount of excavation exceeds the 3,000-cubicyard limit and triggers a requirement for adopting a mitigated negative declaration and a Conditional Use Permit. The Planning Commission would grant that variance. Additionally, the applicant (listed as Jason Somers) is asking for the removal of a mature Canary Island pine tree and, perhaps audaciously, the vacation of an undeveloped City alley and the dedication of a turnaround boot in its stead. The above grade two-story residence would feature a massive auto-court entry that would take over the City's alley. Cantilevered down the hillside, the "basement" would include windows on three sides. A guesthouse and office suite protrudes into the neighbor's master bath and interferes with privacy issues, though the developer has said there will be trees. Neighbors claim it is an invasion of privacy that will affect their property values. They also point out that the construction will require hauling at a rate of one trip every 17 minutes to export the massive amount of soil with 673 round trips; 445 round trips for concrete trucks with five daily trips and one trip every 78 minutes to bring in 4,000 CY of cement. “There’s just too much hauling,” said Fisher. “Its too disturbing for too long. It’s a very large property, 1.9 acres, which is somewhat unique, on a narrow, winding street.” Both families have small children totaling nine chil-

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At the moment, the parties are now in the process of discovery. “It’s meet and confer,” described Fred A. Fenster

discovered Rusco on his way to Doggie Death Row and now Rusco, as Papi, has made three movies. The iconic series is also making news with the first ever World Dog Awards, debuting January 15 on the CW Network. George Lopez, will host the evening’s entertainment. The World Dog Awards will combine the glamour with appreciation for canine friends in a partnership with the Pedigree Foundation. World Dog Awards hopes to encourage adoption and help more dogs find loving homes and “Save the

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Chi” is rescuing Chihuahuas. Your donation of $250 relocates to states where these guys are in great demand and short supply. You can help these dogs at www.facebook.com/savechis or by contacting LA4Animals@gmail.com

dren under the age of 10. The largest home on the cul-de-sac is 5,500 square feet, though the City has made the finding that the project is in keeping with the neighborhood character. Below, on Coldwater Canyon, neighbors point out that the hillside has already experienced slope failure and landslides in 2005. The massive project would encompass the entire hillside above their homes. Neighbor Larry Murphy said that the intersection of Loma Linda with Coldwater Canyon is "an accident waiting to happen.” Loma Linda is only 22' in width steep and contains at least two blind, hairpin curves, with traffic at a rate of 14,736 southbound vehicles and 13,950 northbound per day. Neighbors refuted claims by Levyn that the applicants had performed significant ("30 meetings") outreach, that they had negotiated the highest possible standards for mitigations and had successfully concluded their negotiations with the applicant agreeing to all their demands. However, neighbors from both sides and from below the project on Coldwater Canyon claimed that this was not the case. Attorney Ben Reznik, representing homeowners adjacent on both sides, reported that the project proposal had only been delivered days before, forcing a scramble to prepare their responses. “The homeowners did not see all of the conditions,” said Fisher, explaining his support. “We would have had a full-time building inspector at all times observing construction for the City to ensure that all the conditions were met with compliance. There were also going to be flagmen. No other project has

had that many restrictions.” Fisher was not impressed with complaints of noise, loss of privacy, danger to children and dust. “Had any one of these been the only thing, it would have sailed through,” he said. At the end of the hearing, the City Staff, which recommended support for the project based on their findings, also admitted that they had only days to prepare. Plans call for a bowling alley, an indoor basketball court and two bars, among other amenities. In addition to Reznik and Levyn, Hamid Gabbay appeared on behalf of the opponents to dispute applicant's claims that the project was as environmentally sound as a project built by CAA's Michael Ovitz. That project, said Gabbay, was a 30,000 square-foot structure on four flat acres - not 23,000 square feet on two hillside acres with a history of instability. The Planning Commission did not vote to deny the project; with four nay contenders, the project as it stands did not win acceptance. The project was sent back subject to the applicant making the proposed changes, including vacating the alley, changing the turnaround, and improving hauling trips. An ad hoc committee will work with the applicant in a transparent and public way to accommodate their issues, said Ryan Gohlich, Associate Planner for the City. Placement of the turnaround, the amount of hauling and grading, slope stability concerns, and privacy were the most significant issues the ad hoc committee will look at. Though January 22, 2015 was mentioned as a target date, the date the project will return to the commission is to be determined.

with Greenberg Glusker, BHUSD’s primary counsel on the lawsuit. “We've been negotiating in terms of a protected order that will keep information out of the public.” On Dec. 11, BHUSD filed notice that it planned to

add attorney Dennis J. Walsh of Walsh & Associates to its defense team. Fenster said the additional counsel, which was selected by BHUSD’s insurance company Keenan and Associates, would not be confirmed until mid-January.

5-0 last November to enter into with EBI, “Proposal #12-2014” contains the provision that the district will pay for campus safety services on a monthly basis, after they are provided, “within 30 days of receipt of a properly documented invoice.” EBI did not fulfill 29 days of its pre-paid contract which amounts to $135,747.84, said BHUSD Chief Administrative Officer Latanya Kirk-Carter. Superintendent Gary Woods said that the school district is currently “considering all of our options” in a process to get back the money it is owed from EBI. Woods said it would ultimately be the board’s decision to file a lawsuit. EBI was formed last summer in the wake of the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre by a cadre of law-enforcement veterans, including former BHPD Police Lt. Joe Chirillo who retired in June 2013 from the Beverly Hills force. Chrillo’s involvement with EBI, along with multiple retired BHPD officers, was cited by all five boardmembers at the time as the primary reason why it was not necessary to go out for a competitive bid. “That was the real reason that we went with them, because BHPD felt comfortable working with them,” Goldberg said, adding that the district was not obligated to undertake a competitive bid process in this case. Board VP Howard Goldstein, who joined the board after the vote was taken, criticized not placing the security RFP out to bid. “The original EBI contract was problematic,” he said. “EBI had no prior track record performing this model of security. EBI was not vetted as a company, nor was its principals or its financial condition. If the district had followed its bidding policy and procedures on this contract, we may have avoided the situation we now find ourselves.” Despite the City Council having voted to split the cost of providing armed security guards at the five Beverly Hills public schools with the BHUSD, the City is withholding its obligation to pay for even half the cost of the security services that EBI already provided. “The school district must have a security services provider in place before the City can complete the contract with the school district and provide funding,” Mayor Lili Bosse said. “This is the City Council’s obligation as stewards of the budget.” The council is preparing to discuss the topic on Jan. 6. “When the district does select another company, provides evidence of insurance coverage and a scope of services, we will be ready

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Reznik told The Courier last week that LADBS staff did a walkthrough of the site to investigate whether any work was done. Reznik said any work done at the site over the Holiday was simply weatherproofing the site for the recent rain storms in Southern Cali-

BEVERLY HILLS to move forward quickly with the development of a contract and payment to the district,” Bosse added. “The City Council has authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement and process the request for payment.” The current RFP states that the “most desirable firms” will have been in business for more than five years and have a proven track record in K-12 safety and security. Goldberg said that BHPD Chief Dave Snowden, who earlier this year participated in a CitySchool liaison meeting where he recommended the school district hire an additional EBI officer, had asked to be part of the selection committee to choose a private security firm for BHUSD. “I think I told him that one of my staff would be happy to assist,” Snowden subsequently clarified. However, depending on what firms submit proposals, the school board may opt for a different track than taking on the financial obligation to protect students’ safety. “My preference is the school district and the City work collaboratively so that our own Beverly Hills Police Department can give security coverage to all five campuses,” Boardmember Lisa Korbatov said. Last month, the City Council ordered the BHPD to fill its patrol shortages. Since 2012, the BHPD has had at least 10 fulltime positions that have not been filled. “I think the City should provide security,” Goldstein said. Snowden emphasized that supplementing on-site security personnel beyond what the Beverly Hills police force currently provides to the schools is a decision for the Board of Education. “We’re trying to get back up to snuff,” he said. “From the Police Department’s standpoint, children’s safety is and will be paramount.” BHPD Commander Erick Lee said that a private security firm could be “very effective” in augmenting student safety beyond what Beverly Hills police officers are able to provide given their range of duties. Snowden said he is planning to meet with Woods on Monday, Jan. 5, to discuss strenghtening the relationship between Beverly Hills school and police. Councilmember Willie Brien, who spearheaded the Council’s demand to fill BHPD vacancies by May 2015, said he expected BHPD to have a detailed recruitment plan next month. The Board of Education plans to move forward on returning armed security guards to BHUSD schools in January. “We want to have security back on the school ASAP,” Boardmember Lewis Hall said.

fornia, work that included protecting the wall siding and exposed wires on the ground, among other things. Steinbach would not comment on exactly what the work was that was done to violate the stop work order. Steinbach called it a “very large and complicated project and investigation” and certain “legal issues are not finished yet.”

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PUBLIC NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014347748 The following is/are doing business as: NATURAL GLOW 8721 Santa Monica Blvd. #757, Los Angeles, CA 90069; Grauelle Baumgartner, 7261 Franklin Ave. #7, Los Angeles, CA 90046; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Grauelle Baumgartner, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 10 2014; Published: December 19, 26, January 02, 09, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014347751 The following is/are doing business as: THE CREATIVE GROUP PR 324 S. Beverly #216, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Teri Weigel 324 S. Beverly Dr. #216, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Teri Weigel, President/Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 10 2014; Published: December 19, 26, January 02, 09, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014347758 The following

is/are doing business as: SERENDEPPITY COSMETICS 12208 Emelita St., Valley Village, CA 91607; Lori A. Depp 12208 Emelita St., Valley Village, CA 91607; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Lori A. Depp, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 10 2014; Published: December 19, 26, January 02, 09, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014347760 The following is/are doing business as: ROBERTSON COURT 655 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069; Nathan Goller 1601 Schuyler Rd., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Jamie L. Adler 9338 Beverly Crest Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Nathan Goller, Partner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 10 2014; Published: December 19, 26, January 02, 09, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014344461 The following is/are doing business as:

LOCK BOX 5925 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; Gorilla Rock LLC 5925 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Susan Leiva, Managing Member: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 05 2014; Published: December 19, 26, January 02, 09, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014343155 The following is/are doing business as: MANGIA MANGIA CAFFE 505 S. Flower St. #820-A, Los Angeles, CA 90071; Genesis Restaurant Group, Inc. 5850 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232; The business is conducted by: A C O R P O R AT I O N , registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein July 20, 1997: Hercel Haghani, Vice President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 04 2014; Published: December 19, 26, January 02, 09, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014347741 The following is/are doing business as: 1) HAIR FIT 2) HAIR FIT

SALON 3) HAIR FIT SPA 4) HAIR FITNESS 5) HAIR FITNESS SALON 6) HAIR FITNESS SPA 2926 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90403; Hair Moves, LLC 2926 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90403; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein June 16, 2009: Lindsay Zakheim, Manager: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 10 2014; Published: December 19, 26, January 02, 09, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014329189 The following is/are doing business as: T. PATRICK FINANCIAL STRATEGIES & LEGACY INSURANCE SOLUTIONS 8515 Falmouth Ave. #324, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293; Teresa Patrick 8515 Falmouth Ave. #324, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Teresa Patrick, President/Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 19, 2014; Published: November 28, December 05, 12, 19, 2014 LACC N/C

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PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO ESTABLISH BRANCH OFFICE Notice is hereby given that Boston Private Bank & Trust Company, Ten Post Office Square, Boston, Massachusetts 02109 (the “Bank”), has filed an application with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) for its approval to establish a de novo branch office at 9465 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 110, Beverly Hills, California 90212. The Bank currently operates and maintains twelve branches in California. Any person wishing to comment on this application may file his or her comments in writing with the Regional Director of the FDIC at the appropriate FDIC office at 15 Braintree Hill Office Park, Braintree, Massachusetts 02184, no later than January 5, 2015. The non-confidential portions of the application will be on file at the appropriate FDIC office and will be available for public inspection during regular business hours. Photocopies of the nonconfidential portions of the application file will be made available upon request. December 19, 2014 Boston Private Bank & Trust Company Boston, Massachusetts Published: 12/19/14 Beverly Hills Courier

—————————— NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE AND OF INTENTION TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE (U.C.C. 6101 et seq. and B & P 24073 et seq.) Escrow No. 56644-HH Notice is hereby given that a bulk sale of assets and a transfer of alcoholic beverage license is about to be made. The names, Social Security or Federal Tax Numbers, and address of the Seller/Licensee are: P & S Pizza 2, LLC, 8908 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069 The business is known as: Pizza Rustica The names, Social Security or Federal Tax Numbers, and addresses of the Buyer/Transferee are: RRS Management, 1453 3rd St. Promenade, Apt 508, Santa Monica, CA 90401 As listed by the Seller/Licensee, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller/Licensee within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer/Transferee are: None The assets to be sold are described in general as: furniture, fixtures, equipment tradename, goodwill, lease, leasehold improvement and are located at: 8908 Santa

Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069 The kind of license to be transferred is: On-Sale Beer and Wine - Eating Place/ License No.: 41486030 now issued for the premises located at: 8908 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90059 The anticipated date of the sale/transfer is 1/8/15 at the office of United Escrow Co., 3440 Wilshire Blvd. #600, Los Angeles, CA 90010. The amount of the purchase price or consideration in connection with the transfer of the license and business, including the estimated inventory, in the amount of $10,000.00, is the sum of $475,000.00, which consists of the following: Description Amount Checks deposited into escrow by buyer ... $10,000.00 Demand note to be replaced by buyer in cashier's check ... $465,000.00 Total consideration ... $475,000.00 It has been agreed between the Seller/Licensee and the i n t e n d e d Buyer/Transferee, as required by Sec. 24073 of the Business and Professions Code, that the consideration for the transfer of the business and license is to be paid only after the transfer has been approved by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. Dated: December 2, 2014 (Signature of Seller/Licensee) P & S Pizza 2, LLC, a Limited Liability Company By: Pedram Elyasnik, Officer By: Dan Fani, Officer (Signature of Buyer/Transferee) RRS Management, a California Corporation By: Ramtin Ghaneelan, President By: Michael D Mace, Secretary 12/19/14 CNS-2698983# BEVERLY HILLS COURIER

—————————— T.S. No. 14-30927 APN: 4333-030-069 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/1/2006. 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 P R O C E E D I N G AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.

tion, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: MICHAEL CHO, A SINGLE MAN Duly Appointed Trustee: LAW OFFICES OF LES ZIEVE Deed of Trust recorded 2/8/2006 as Instrument No. 20060292127 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Date of Sale:12/29/2014 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,009,308.21 Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt owed.

Street Address or other common designation of real property: 234 S. TOWER DR. #8 BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90211 Described as follows: As more fully described on said A public auction sale Deed of Trust. to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's A.P.N #.: 4333-030check drawn on a 069 state or national bank, The undersigned check drawn by a state Trustee disclaims any or federal credit union, liability for any incoror a check drawn by a rectness of the street state or federal sav- address or other comings and loan associa- mon designation, if any, shown above. If

no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 848-9272 or visit this Internet Web site w w w. e l i t e p o s t a n d pub.com, using the file number assigned to this case 14-30927. 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. Dated: 12/3/2014 Law Offices of Les Zieve, as Trustee 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 Irvine, CA 92606 For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (714) 848-7920 For Sale Information: (714) 848-9272 www.elitepostandpub.co m Natalie Franklin, Trustee Sale Officer THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. EPP 10781 12/5, 12/12, 12/19/2014. –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014329189 The following is/are doing business as: T. PATRICK FINANCIAL STRATEGIES & LEGACY INSURANCE SOLUTIONS 8515 Falmouth Ave. #324, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293; Teresa Patrick 8515 Falmouth Ave. #324, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Teresa Patrick, President/Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 19, 2014; Published: November 28, December 05, 12, 19, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014329730 The following is/are doing business as: CUSTOM TOLL FREE 9911 W. Pico Blvd. #1200, Los Angeles, CA 90035; Dial 800, LLC 9911 W. Pico Blvd. #1200, Los Angeles, CA 90035; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: James Diorio, CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 19, 2014; Published: November 28, December 05, 12, 19, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014331297 The following is/are doing business as: 1) PGW 2) PROMOTIONS GROUP WEST 1038-B Princeton Dr., Marina Del Rey, CA 90292; CAA Sports LLC 2000 Avenue of The Stars, Los Angeles, CA 90067; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein November 01, 2014: Jeffrey Freedman, General Counsel: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 20, 2014; Published: November 28, December 05, 12, 19, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

2014334459 The following is/are doing business as: 9 PRESTIGE 9461 Charleville Blvd. #279, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; SL2R Enterprises, LLC 9461 Charleville Blvd. #279, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Arieh Haddad, CEO: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 24, 2014; Published: December 05, 12, 19, 26, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014323825 The following is/are doing business as: A WYNN WYNN PRODUCTION 9663 Santa Monica Blvd. #520, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Aisha Wynn 9663 Santa Monica Blvd. #520, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Daniel Wynn 9663 Santa Monica Blvd. #520, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: A MARRIED COUPLE, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Aisha Wynn, Founder: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: November 13, 2014; Published: December 05, 12, 19, 26, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014341014 The following is/are doing business as: PROWINE BROKERS 468 N. Camden Dr. #200, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Martin Loyche 468 N. Camden Dr. #200, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein January 11, 2014: Martin Loyche, President/Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 03 2014; Published: December 12, 19, 26, January 02, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014340355 The following is/are doing business as: AAA BILLIARDS OF BEVERLY HILLS 301 S. Robertson Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Harry Bruce Savolainen 27915 Lucero, Mission Viejo, CA 92692; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein April 01, 1994: H. Bruce Savolainen, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 03 2014; Published: December 12, 19, 26, January 02, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014340366 The following is/are doing business as: SORELLA 8950 W. Olympic Blvd. #372, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; Chloe Farhadi 8950 W. Olympic Blvd. #372, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Chloe Farhadi, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 03 2014; Published: December 12, 19,

26, January 02, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014340369 The following is/are doing business as: 1) LA BOUTIQUE AGENCY 2) LA BOUTIQUE ADVERTISING 427 N. Alfred St., Los Angeles, CA 90048; So Colorado - So Advertising LLC 425 N. Alfred St., Los Angeles, CA 90048; The business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, registrant(s) has NOT begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein: Stephan Oliel, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 03 2014; Published: December 12, 19, 26, January 02, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014342929 The following is/are doing business as: 1) QUINTESS NURSING 2) QUINTESS CONCIERGE NURSING 3) 310 CONCIERGE CARE 324 S. Beverly Dr. #310, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; Michael Asta 324 S. Beverly Dr. #310, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; The business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein December 01, 2014: Michael Asta, Owner: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 04 2014; Published: December 12, 19, 26, January 02, 2014 LACC N/C –––––– FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2014338837 The following is/are doing business as: ROXSPA BEVERLY HILLS 465 N. Roxbury Dr. #1001, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Roxbury Surgical Associates, A Medical 465 N. Roxbury Dr. #1001, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; The business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, registrant(s) has begun to transact business under the name(s) listed herein September 01, 2014: Jay W. Calvert, President: Statement is filed with the County of Los Angeles: December 01 2014; Published: December 12, 19, 26, January 02, 2014 LACC N/C ––––––

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310.859.0440 www.exehomecare.com

BBB A+ (Highest Rated)

RN on Staff

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ELDERLY CARE

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818/746-3904 24-Hrs: 805/558-3517

Owned/Operated by R.N.

BEVERLY HILLS

ELDERLY CARE

CAREGIVERS/ HELPERS Live-In or Live Out Screened & Trained Bonded & Insured

323/800-7550

NEED HELP?

We can help YOU!

WE UNDERSTAND. ..

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

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.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

MAMA’S HOME CARE 323/655-2622

Skilled Nursing & Companions.

• 310/991-0662 • License, Bonded & HIPPA Compliant

OFFICE / STORES FOR LEASE

KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900

AVAILABLE AT 331 S.ROBERTSON BL. Great Atmoshpere Call 310/529-9012

License 00957281

all listings are on CenturyCityLiving.com

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Send Resume To, Att: Renata Landres, 12851 Evanston St. Los Angeles, CA 90049

90 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Great People Make GOOD COMPANY Our premiere private duty home care agency is currently seeking professional caregivers to assist our senior clients. CNA’s, CHHA's, MA's preferred. Great paying positions available throughout Los Angeles, Hancock Park, Beverly Hills, Bel Aire, Pacific Palisades and San Fernando Valley.

JB Family Nurses Registry, Inc. has standby nurses available 24/7

Call 818.742.8764/818.310.2121 www.jbfnursesregistry.com

GATED 5 STAR LUXURYPROPERTIES *BEL AIR *WESTWOOD *CENTURY CITY

————— BEVERLY HILLS SUB-LEASE

HOUSEKEEPER OCCUPANCY IMMEDIATELY! WANTED. 3,598sf. (possible Live-In. expansion to 5,914sf). Beverly Hills.

Good parking, elevator M INIMUM 5-YEARS EXPERIENCE. identity, many windows,

Fluent English. Local References. Please Call:

310/271-1680

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

large conference room, executive offices, large kitchen, open work area, more private offices. Please Contact:

ASHER COMMERCIAL 310/666-2872

————— WILSHIRE BLVD

RETAIL FRONTAGE & SMALL OFFICE *** SUITES *** NO NNN All Utilities Included. Great Opportunity! Must Lease Now! Free Rent Call 310/237-2977 + Salary! 310/829-2630 Or Email: THEROBERTSCO @

or 713/266-1444

SINGLE OFFICE

In Boutique Building Adj. Beverly Hills 126 Building has been INVESTORS completely remodeled. WANTED Prefer Attorney. $825/MO. Make History While Call 323/782-1144 Making Money!

Independent Film Company SEEKING $180,000 Development Funds 75% backed by real estate

to Produce InternationallyRequested Feature Fiim Based on It’s Record-Breaking 67 International AwardWinning Short Film. From a powerful true story; ready to shoot; compelling; inspirational; profitable. Ben: 818/621-0501

BEVERLY HILLS

270

MEDICAL / DENTAL

TOWNHOMES/ CONDOS FOR SALE

SPACE FOR LEASE

REMODELED 3 BDRM 250 N. Robertson Bl. CONDO WITH VIEW 1,115 Usable Sq. Ft. ON WILSHIRE BLVD. $875,000 99 N. La Cienega Bl.

******** BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED HOUSE FOR LEASE Both suites have 4 BD. + 3.5 BA. with pool unobstructed views of $11,000/MO. downtown with blaconies.

2,000 Usuable Sq. Ft.

Diana 310/486-5033

Close to Cedars-Sinai

————— Private Office Suite at 9595 Wilshire Bl. 508 RSF • $2,300/Mo. 1 Large Executive Window Office & 1 Support/ Reception Area. Contact: Stan Gerlach Or: Bryan Dunne 310/550-2500

————— BEVERLY HILLS

MUST SEE!!!

GREAT LOCATION

Call Stephanie

Newly Remodeled Home 4 Bd. + Den + 4 Ba. Gourmet kitchen, pool. $5,400,000

310/276-2119

————— BEVERLY HILLS OFFICES

————— Prime Location on LARGE

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

New Horizons Nursing Care

270

240

Property Maintenance “Your 1st Choice is always your best choice” T e c h n i c i a n * * * * * 1st Choice Caregiver LLC 3 years Experience.

————— ARE YOU A SENIOR AND NEED ASSISTANCE?

Wilshire next to Academy of Motion Picture.

BEST BUY NORTH OF SUNSET Charming Home 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath $749,000

Call 310/600-0145

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• Executive Suite $400up include utilities

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

Extra High Floor Unobstructed City Views Recently Renovated. Quartz Counters. Stainless Steel Kitchen. Luxurious Baths Hardwood Floors. 2 Jumbo Balconies. Quiet Location Largest Size Unit

3 BED/DEN/2 BATHS $759,500 2 Jumbo Balconies Large Kitchen. Laminated Floors. Largest Size Unit Quiet Location

2 BED/2 BATHS $679,500 2 Separate Suites Large Balcony Great City Views Tenant Occupied

BEL AIR CREST from $1,798,000

THE REMINGTON from $1,790,000

THE ONE CENTURY CENTURY TOWERS from $525,000

Beverly Hills, 90210

1 • 1st Fl.

$489,000

Century Park East Rare Garden Condo 300 SF Private Patio

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$599,000

YOUR AD HERE

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To advertise your services

Wonderful Views of Golf Course/City/Mtns.

call:

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• 4F with views 2500-5000 sf @ 2.65/sf

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Beautiful Remodel No Expense Spared

2 • 5th Fl.

$1,150,000

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PARK PLACE from $759,000

CENTURY WOODS from $1,700,000

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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

CLASSIFIED

BEVERLY HILLS

R E A L E S TAT E

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REAL ESTATE LOANS

RENTALS TO SHARE

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

PRIVATE MONEY LOANS

BEVERLY HILLS

Master Suite for RENT

Wilshire Holmby WILSHIRE CORRIDOR HIGH-RISE

1/2 Block From BH Elm/Whitworth

PURCHASE-REHAB-REFINANCE 1ST & 2ND'S POSITION'S UP TO 80% LTV CASE BY CASE

KELEMEN REAL ESTATE (310) 966-0900 License 00957281

3 Bd.+3 Ba. Condo

288

South Wetherly Dr.

all listings are on W/ PRIVATE FULL BATH. COMPETITIVE RATES & FEE'S CenturyCityLiving.com ALL TYPES OF REAL ESTATE CONSIDERED Cable+internet ready.

ETHAN RUCH R O YA LT Y M O R T G A G E C O . 1-888-761-7046 BRE# 00818732

NMLS # 313559

300

Bed, tv, table, laundry room available. Mature Female Only. No Pets. $850/Month Please Call:

310/801-3410

HOUSES FOR SALE

2 BED/DEN/2 BATHS $4,495/MONTH

—————–––– Boarder of Beverly Hills Lrg 4 Bd+2 Ba • $5,350 Central hall plan. Separate living, dining Prime Beverly Hills BEVERLY HILLS & breakfast rooms. GREAT LOCATION Hrwd. flrs., central air, 309 S. Wetherly Dr. Newly Remodeled Home security system avail., $2,395,000 Authentic Spanish 4 Bd. + Den + 4 Ba. w/d, backyard, 2-car 3 Bd. + 2 Ba. Gourmet kitchen, pool. garage, gated driveway 2,500sf hm.•7,135sf lot $5,400,000 • Light & Bright • prkg. Quiet Premises. 3-fireplaces, hwrd. flrs., 310/927-1796 BEST BUY fully appointed kitch. w/ P ET C ONSIDERED NORTH OF SUNSET sub-zero+oak cabinets, Charming Home separate dining rm. hi2 Bedroom, 2 Bath ceilings, walk-in closets. 435 OPEN SUN. • 1-4pm $749,000

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GARAGE/STORAGE BEVERLY HILLS TO RENT South of Wilshire Brand New Construction SANTA MONICA Completed in Nov. ‘14 427 Montana Ave. 4 Bdrm.+5 Bath

Storage Space

Pool, spa, cascade, large family & dining rooms. Av a i l a b l e $3,995,000 Negotiable Agt: 310/922-4926

Also Available: Fixers / Teardowns

for Rent.

Close to Beach . 310/394-7132

*BEL AIR *WESTWOOD *CENTURY CITY

HOUSES FOR LEASE

Call 310/801-4446

Call 310/600-0145

F URNISHED & U NFURNISHED

CENTURY PARK EAST

HOME FOR LEASE ON SOUTH ALMONT DR. 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH + POWDER ROOM Spanish style, newly upgraded modern kitchen & bath, hardwood floors and wood beam ceilings. $6,500/MO. Furnished Avail. January - June, 2015

COMPASS GOLD PROP.

GATED 5 STAR LUXURY PROPERTIES

425

BEVERLY HILLS

Marty: 310/293-2205

NOW AVAILABLE

GUESTHOUSE FOR LEASE

WESTWOOD/ CENTURY CITY STUDIO GUESTHOUSE Light, Quiet, Residential, Private Entrance, Patio, Parking, No pets/smoking. Female preferred.

$1,300/MO. Includes All Utilities Available Jan. 1st. Call 585/261-1650

Fully Furnished. High Floor 2 Jumbo Balconies. Great views Marble Floors. Luxurious

STUNNING VIEWS! $4,650/Month

818/919-8008

————— BEVERLY HILLS North Of Wilshire Gorgeous Condo 3 BEDROOM, 3 BATHS Totally remodeled with hardwood floors, 3 car parking, rec. room, in quiet 9 unit building. $4,500/MO.

Roya 310/601-6959

————— BEVERLY HILLS 329 S. Rexford Dr.

Stainless Steel Kitchen.

3 Bd.+21/2 Ba. • 2-Story NEWLY REMODELED

2 BED/2 BATHS $3,700/MONTH Totally Renovated. Jetliner City Views. Extra High Ceilings Marble Floors. Granite Counters Luxurious Baths. Lots of Closets Quiet Location

2 BED/2 BATHS $3,600/MONTH Nicely Renovated. Raised Ceilings. New Appliances Hardwood Floors. Luxurious Baths. Garden Views

+/- 2,000sf., granite

Large Balcony. Lower Floor Hardwood Floors. Fresh Paint Quiet Location.

Perfect fully loaded unit. Wood built-ins in perfect 2nd Bdrm. or home office. Jacuzzi tub in remodeled attached master bath, walk-in closet, in wall surround sound and cable wiring, alarm system & more. 2 parking spaces.

323/933-7564

————— BEVERLY HILLS ADJ.

BEVERLY HILLS BRIGHT & CONTEMPORARY 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • $1,795 Totally Remodeled, new kitchen w/ granite tops, stainless steel appliances (fridge, stove, d/w). Carpet, V-blinds. 2nd flr. unit, prkg, laundry, outside storage. Pet OK.

310/275-5304

————— 320 S. CLARK DRIVE ROBERTSON / BURTON WAY FRONT UPPER UNIT BRIGHT & AIRY 1 BDRM

Must See!

$1,695/MO.

Available nicely furnished too. $2,750 + Utilities. Call: 310/753-3117 Available Immediately

Balcony, ceiling fan, tub +

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BEVERLY HILLS counters, central air, 2 fireplaces, partial wood 9160 BEVERLY BLVD.#204 floors, 2 balconies, Quite 2 Bd.+11/2 Ba. 2-car tandem parking Fully Renovated. • $3,625/Mo. • Air conditioning,

stall shower, ELEVATOR, A/C, gated garage. Controlled access in quiet. NO Pets.

Call 323/252-5600

————— WESTWOOD

ONE BEDROOM GUESTHOUSE

wood laminate floors, Private entrance, newly

granite counters, new remodeled. Ceasar stone, 1017 S. SHERBOURNE kitchenette, alarm, street Very Private & Spacious tile, recessed lighting, parking, all utilities. 2 BDRM. + 1.5 BATH d/w, secured bldg., $1,650/MO. upper unit with breakfast elevator, laundry facility, On Holmby Ave. and formal dining room. LEAVE MESSAGE/TEXT: parking. No dogs. Yard, laundry & parking. Cell: 216/235-7373 $2,385/Month $3,500/MO.

Call 213/804-3761

—————–––– BEVERLY HILLS

1 BED/DEN AREA/2 BATHS $3,000/MONTH

with Incredible Views + pool

Full Service Bldg. 24-hrs., Includes: All utilities+cable, valet, pool, gym, rec. room.

Baths. Quartz Counters. Loads of Custom Features.

2 Bdrm.+2 Bath Penthouse

310/246-9433 1 BLK.

BRISTOL FARMS

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REMODELED 4 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH B E V E R L Y H I L L S Newer kitchen and baths, DOHENY/OLYMPIC garnite countertops, maple 2 Bd.+1Ba. • $2,300

————— BEVERLY HILLS ADJACENT LARGE REMODELED

STUDIO $1,595/MO.

cabinets, appliances, Luxury Building Newly Remodeled washer/dryer in the w/ brand new kitchen. Across From Park. unit, Central air/heat, New Carpet and Paint, Spacious & Light. rooftop access for BBQ, Tile Floors, Stove, Fridge, 2nd flr., Hardwood flrs., garage parking for 2 cars Dishwasher, Air Conditioning, 2-a/c’s, ceiling fans, plus storage. Secured Entry/G a t e d 419 S. PALM DRIVE prkg. No pets. Quiet, Parking, On-site Gym, 2nd Floor Walk-up well maintained bldg. Elevator, Laundry, Etc.

$3,400/MO. Gina 310/600-2997

310/948-4725

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8560 W. Olympic Bl. Call 310/526-1484

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ Bedford/Olympic BEVERLY HILLS 2 BD, 2 BA CONDO SPACIOUS 1 BD. 1 BA. $2,150/MO. $1,550/MO.

BEVERLY HILLS ADJ. 858 S. BEDFORD ST * * 1,323 SQ FT * * 2 BDRM + 2.5 BATH on the 2nd floor, has a balcony ALL stainless Approx. 1400 Sq. ft. steel appliances, washer/ Lower unit with fridge, dryer inside unit and washer/dryer in unit building is pet friendly. For Sale and 2 car parking. $3,000/MO. See our Ad Sec. 270 Call 310/462-4578 Call 310/880-7281

————— Stove, balcony, large upper unit, parking. Pet Ok. Special: 1/2 Securtiy deposit OAC. Call 310/278-8999

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

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BEVERLY HILLS

440

UNFURNISHED APT’S/CONDO’S

New carpets, spacious

Balcony, dishwasher, laundry facility, dining rm, breakfast nook, closets, lots of cabinets, recessed lighting, new a/c, heated pool, WiFi, elevator, parking. parking, laundry, no pets. appliances, central air, Close to shops+dining. elevator controlled access, on-site laundry, 3750 Stocker St. beautifully landscaped. 310/826-0541 parking. Close to • Newly Updated • Call 310/259-8781 Brentwood Village, Call: 310/271-9678 B R E N T W O O D Shops & Restaurants.

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310/351-9190

*BEVERLY HILLS *

Avail. Furnished Also.

8725 Clifton Way Newly Remodeled

BEVERLY HILLS

P LEASE C ALL :

restaurants, shopping

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————— BEVERLY HILLS

310/435-3693

BEVERLY HILLS 218 S. Tower Dr.

••

•

• ••1 Bd.+1 Ba.•• • Single •

• • • • • • • • Old World Charm ! • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • Bright, intercom entry, • 2 Bd.+Den+2 Ba. • fridge, stove, laundry fac. French doors in bdrm. to • C LOSE TO RESTAURANTS & SHOPPING . patio overlooking pool • 310/531-3992 • GORGEOUS UNITS • ————— Border of Central air, B E V ERLY HILLS pool, elevator, on-site laundry,

321 S. Sherbourne Dr.

• • Spacious • • • Jr. Executive • 320 N. La Peer Dr. • • •• intercom entry.

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

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

• 310/247-8689 • Close to Cedars-Sinai, In The HEART of Beverly Center & BEV. HILLS TRIANGLE Trendy Robertson Bl. 170 N. Crescent Dr.

* S A N TA M O N I C A * * * * * North of Wilshire 2 Bdrm. +2 Bath • CONDO QUALITY • 8 4 3 4 th S t . * * * * * * * * * * * * Large & Bright. + 2 Bath 2 Bdrm. Pool, a/c, balcony, Balcony, a/c, wet bar, large closets, walk-in rm., prkg., intercom closet, controlled access, elevator, entry, elevator. laundry room, parking. CLOSE TO SHOPS Heated pool/gym/sauna.

fridge, stove, laundry

310/260-9893 4 Blks. to Beach.

310/841-2367

—————–––– HOLLYWOOD

1380 Midvale Ave.

1769-1775 N. Sycamore Av. Controlled access, laundry facility. Utilities Included.

323/851-3790

• • • • • • Intercom entry, a/c, S i n g l e Close to Everything. Rooftop pool, dishwasher, on-sight • • • • • deck, central air, laundry & parking. WiFi, pool, elevator, * H O L L Y W O O D * elevator, intercom C L O S E T O S C H O O L controlled access, on- 1134 N. SYCAMORE AV. & F R E E W AY S entry, on-sight laundry, sight laundry, parking. • 1 Bdrm. +1 Bath 310/477-8171 gym, parking. Newly Remodeled Close to U.C.L.A. • Free WiFi Access • Great Views 310/473-1509 WEST L.A. Great views, controlled ~ 310/476-3824 ~ 1433 Armacost Ave. •• WESTWOOD • access, balcony, BRENTWOOD & U.C.L.A. CLOSE 1 Bdrm. 10933 Rochester Ave. elevator, lrg. pool, + 1 Bath on-sight laundry. BRENTWOOD BRIGHT & SPACIOUS. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ prkg, H IKING IN R UNYON Jr . Executive The Carlton Balcony, Dishwasher, C ANYON , H OLLYWOOD Spacious a/c, fireplace, 11666 Goshen Ave. controlled access B OWL /N IGHTLIFE . pool, controlled access, (•)(•)(•)(•)(•) on-sight laundry, prkg. 323/467-8172 laundry fac., prkg.

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310/479-0700 • Free WiFi Access • C LOSE TO A LL LOS ANGELES 310/473-5061 SHOPPING AREAS 401 S. HOOVER St.

WiFi, central air/heat, Close To U.C.L.A. • • • • • • • • fireplace, patio, • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. WESTWOOD controlled access, • 2 Bd.+2 Ba. 10905 Ohio Ave. WILSHIRE pool, elevator, parking, CORRIDOR •• • • • • • • • • •• 10530-10540 laundry facility. Control access, pool, • •• • Wilshire Bl. 310/312-9871 dishwasher, elevator, • • 1 Bd.+1 Ba. • • ∞∞∞∞∞∞ on-site laundry Shopping & Dining in •• • ∞ • and parking. Brentwood Village Wifi, Bright, controlled • 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. • 213/385-4751 access, balcony, ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞ Luxury Living pool, elevator, BRENTWOOD LAFAYETTE PARK with valet, laundry facility, prkg. 519 S. Barrington Ave. 274 LAFAYETTE PARK PL. lush garden Close To U.C.L.A. surrounding pool, Δ Δ Δ Δ Δ Δ 310/477-6856 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath ˚ ˚ ˚ ˚ ˚ ˚ ˚ gym, elevator, etc. Granite counter tops, stain1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath W E S T W O O D Hrwd. flrs., granite less steel appliances, Bright unit. 1370 Veteran Ave. counters, dishwasher, air conditioned, new hrwd. flrs., designer Dishwasher, On-site 1 Bdrm. + 1 Bath central air, balcony. Call: 310/470-4474 finishes, balcony, ceiling laundry, parking. Single fan, elevator, controlled Balcony, air conditioning Close to access. Fitness ctr, yoga dishwasher, controlled **CENTURY CITY** Brentwood Village. room, wi-fi, skyview access bldg., WiFi, 2220 S. Beverly Glen lounge w/ outdoor fire310/472-8915 • pool, on-sight laundry, • laundry facilities. • 1 B d . + D e n + 1 B a . • place, gym, parking. Easy freeway access

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& R ESTAURANTS . 310/858-8133

≈ WEST ≈ LOS ANGELES

• Jr. Executive 11305 Graham Pl. • • • • • • 2 B d . 2 B a. + 2 Bd. + 2 Ba. • 1 Bdrm.+1 Bath • 1 B d r m . + 1 B a t h 1 Bd. +1 Ba. •

Close to Cedars,

• 310/276-1528 •

REMODELED

443 S. Oakhurst Dr.

• 2 Bdrm. + • • Den + 2 Bath • • • • • •• • •• •• • 1 Bdrm. + Den + 2 Bath • B R I G H T & S P A C I O U S Lrg. unit. Balcony, BEVERLY HILLS LIVING. Walk-in closet, Balcony, dishwasher, intercom entry, laundry elevator, intercom facility, elevator, prkg. entry, on-site • CHARMING & BRIGHT • laundry, parking.

& transportation.

EWLY

•

CLOSE TO U.C.L.A., SHOPPING & 1 BLK. TO WESTWOOD PARK. 310/478-8616

intercom entry, elevator, on-site laundry, parking. All Utilities Paid.

————–––– —————–––– — WESTWOOD • Bachelor

11730 SUNSET BLVD. • 310/826-4889 •

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WiFi, a/c, intercom entry, laundry facility, elevator, parking, pool.

310/477-6885

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••

213/382-1021

Lots of • • 11988 Kiowa Ave. Character & Charm ! 464 ••••••• • WESTWOOD • Glass Fireplace 1 Bd. + 1 Ba. PLOTS 550 Veteran Ave. Newly Remodeled. ••••••• FOR SALE ••••• New hrwd. flrs., Large & Bright Unit. • 2 B d . + 2 B a . granite counters, stainless steel appl., Elevator, controlled HOLLYWOOD • Single • • • • • alcove fireplace, FOREVER CEMETERY access, on-site Very spacious, fridge, laundry facility, laundry facility, granite counters, gated parking, intercom CRYPT balcony, parking. microwave, intercom entry, WiFi and more. For Sale in Close to entry, on-sight laun- • 310/552-8064 • Beautiful Location. Brentwood Village, dry, parking & WiFi. Rooftop jacuzzi $10,000 obo with panoramic Shops & Restaurants. Very close to UCLA Private party & Westwood Village. city views. • 310/826-4889 • Call 818/389-6583 310/208-5166 C l o s e t o U. C . L . A .

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Happy Holidays

HILLS< • B R E N T W O O D • BRENTWOOD W E S T W O O D CULVER CITY VIEWPARK AREA >BEVERLY > Upper Duplex < 922 S. Barrington Av. 11640 Kiowa Ave. 1409 Midvale Ave. 3830 Vinton Ave. • • OF LOS ANGELES 3 Bdrm. + 2 Bath • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Single • • 1 B d r m . +1 Bath • 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH Approx. 2,000 Sq. Ft. Newly Updated • Single • • • • Fireplace, balcony, 2 Bdrm. + 2 Bath • • • • •• Newer marble kitchen •• $1,100/MO. • • • Pool, sauna, wet bar, dishwasher, •••••••• & hrwd flrs, formal • • •

BEVERLY HILLS

468 BAGS WANTED

S E RV I C E

D I R E C T O RY

508 AUTOS BUY & SELL

ANTIQUES / JEWELRY BUY & SELL

WANTED ALLIGATOR, CROCODILE, EXOTIC SKINS; CHANEL, GUCCI HERMES, AND DESIGNER HANDBAGS VINTAGE & NEW TOP DOLLAR PAID Call 310/289-9561

478 ANTIQUE FOR SALE

AUTHENTIC EARLY AMERICAN ANTIQUE FURNITURE ESTATE and VARIOUS SMALLS COLLECTION

BUY & SELL ESTATE PAWN SHOP

Please Call: 310/277-3281

PRICES PAID ••••••••••

480

AKC DOBERMAN PUPS Top Champion Sire Show Quality Black, Ears, Tail, Shots, Temperament Gauranteed. $1,500 and up. Can hold for Christmas.

Call 951/928-2007

500 AUTO FOR SALE

DONATE YOUR CAR For Tax Deduction IFWF Foundation Serving The Refugees We Will Pick Up! Call 888/518-7708

AUTOS WANTED

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

ANTIQUES BUY & SELL

HIGHEST CASH

PETS

$ $ C A S H F O R C A R S $$ We Will Buy Your Car, Running or Not.

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. ••••••••••

* * * * * * * * * *

MICHAEL NEWMAN

Will appraise your car for free.

310/276-0188 818/888-9200

All Types.

C ALL J OHN OR N EIL : 323-868-4119 sales@chequeredflag.com

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CONTRACTOR

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REMODELING & NEW ADDITIONS FREE Estimates

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From A to Z.

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FREE Estimates. Call Rony:

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PEOPLE

ELECTRICAL AND

HANDYMAN

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FIXING METRO - ONE BOARD MEMBER AT A TIME By John Mirisch Last week’s election of our Metro Board representative would almost have to seem like inside baseball to most people unfamiliar with the process and/or the specifics of our Metro representation. I’m going to try to shed some light on the process and why the outcome of last week’s election in Carson–in which Inglewood Mayor James Butts was selected for a 4-year term to replace Santa Monica City Councilmember Pam O’Connor–was a big win for both Beverly Hills and the entire region. The Metro Board consists of 13 members: the 5 county supervisors, the mayor of L.A. and 3 of his appointees, as well as 4 representatives from the other 87 cities in the county. The city of L.A. has around 3.9 million inhabitants and the rest of the county 6.2 million. The county is divided into four geographic areas; Beverly Hills belongs to the Southwest Corridor sub-region, which consists of 15 cities in the South Bay Council of Governments and 4 Westside cities (BH, WeHo, Santa Monica and Culver City). Even with this most basic information, one can easily see that with its 3.9 million residents out of a population of 10+ million, Los Angeles is grossly over-represented on the Metro Board. In fact, the weighted vote of L.A. counts for almost 60-percent more than the weighted vote of the rest of the county (leaving out the supervisors, who are supposed to represent the entire county, including Los Angeles itself). This systemic underrepresentation of the vast majority of residents in the county quite naturally leads to a decision-making process within Metro which, is by its very nature, unfair. It also explains why many feel that Los Angeles tends to get more than its share of Metro money and transit projects – even beyond its size and physical layout – and why many of the smaller cities and various constituent groups are frustrated with Metro’s top-down arrogance. Our sub-region has been represented the past 13 years by O’Connor, who has never before faced a challenge. Serving on the Metro Board is a lot of work and I appreciate Pam’s willingness to serve for all those years. But it was most certainly time for a change – for a number of reasons. Regrettably, Pam was not a friend of Beverly Hills. She was dismissive of our concerns regarding the routing of the Purple Line and refused to even come visit the campus of Beverly Hills High School to see first-hand what the issues were. When we – the schools and the City – reached a mediated settlement with the Federal Transportation Authority, the Department of Justice, and Metro senior staff, which would have ended all litigation, she refused to support the agreement, instead preferring continued litigation. But beyond that, as several of our colleagues noted, Pam seemed more focused on carrying the water of Metro’s central bureaucracy than the entire sub-region she was supposed to represent. As I canvassed the cities in our sub-region the past several weeks, I could tell there was palpable frustration with the way the entire area had been represented. Pam remained vocally uncommitted to do anything about our collective disenfranchisement on the Metro Board. Other cities felt blown off, ignored or worse. The South Bay continues to be a “net donor” area, meaning it is paying more into the Metro pot than it gets back in infrastructure. Quite simply, its transit needs are not being adequately met. This just isn’t fair, and after 13 years of a Westside Metro Board representative it was finally time for the South Bay to have a chance. It is also very telling – though totally unsurprising – that O’Connor was supported by a cadre of entrenched interests who went out on a limb to support her. In the days before last week’s election, former Supervisor Yaroslavsky and other local politicians made personal calls on O’Connor’s behalf to save “her” seat. But here’s the little thing they seemed to have forgotten: it isn’t “her” seat. It never was “her” seat. It’s our seat. The seat belongs to all of us in the sub-region. In my comments at the meeting supporting James Butts, I noted how fairness is important in creating the preconditions for successful regional collaboration. When I remarked I happen to be allergic to unfairness, my City Council colleague, Dr. William W. Brien, who had schlepped all the way down to Carson to make his “Save Pam O’Connor Squad” comments in person–even though I was the voting delegate for BH–suggested he would prescribe me pills for this allergy. I’m not sure that I would necessarily trust an orthopedist to prescribe allergy medicine, though Dr. Brien may have been trying to make a joke. But disenfranchisement is no joke, and instead of wisecracks, he might have tried to grasp the irony of his open and misguided support of a candidate who had publically vowed to do absolutely nothing to address the issue of disproportionate representation and the fact that the majority of the county – including Beverly Hills and our entire sub-region – is underrepresented on the Metro Board. This isn’t the antebellum South and fractional representation has never worked well in this country. Indeed, it was the landmark Supreme Court decision Reynolds v. Sims which fortified the American principle of “one person, one vote.” The majority decision in that case was written by Chief Justice Earl Warren, Dr. Brien’s grandfather. We need that same principle to apply to our representation on the Metro Board, because disproportionate representation is a wedge which makes overarching regional cooperation difficult. All of us, including Dr. Brien, should work towards the goal of removing that wedge to allow the entire region to move forward together. Ultimately, it was very telling that James Butts won election in an overwhelming show of support. The only cities that supported Pam O’Connor were Santa Monica, Culver City and the 4 smaller ones on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, who have limited public transit. James Butts is not beholden to any clique of political cronies nor network of special interests. He is willing to work towards structural changes which will address the problem of systemic underrepresentation and disenfranchisement, as well as–very importantly–to listen and think for himself. He made it clear he would represent the cities that elected him and not Metro’s central bureaucracy. James Butts’s selection as our Metro Board representative is good news for Beverly Hills and it’s good news for the entire region. This was the right move for all of us. It will be great to have a Metro Board member who wants to do the right things for the right reasons. Beverly Hills City Councilman John Mirisch is also a former mayor of the City BURGLARIES 11/30 400 N. Canon Dr. 12/08 400 N. Bedford Dr. ($12) 12/08 9000 Wilshire Blvd. 12/08 9000 Olympic Blvd. ($60) 12/09 8000 Wilshire Blvd. ($300) 12/09 600 N. Sierra Dr. ($4,790) 12/11 300 N. Canon Dr. ($2,780)

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Rabbi Jacob Pressman UNFINISHED BUSINESS The approach of another fiscal year reminds all of us that we have much unfinished business. This includes the holiday rush of buying and giving gifts. It is interesting that the gift giving of the season is stimulated by both Christmas and the holiday of Chanukkah. Our generous impulse is not limited to the circle of our families. Partly inspired by the ideals of our religious festivals, partly encouraged by the business atmosphere surrounding us, our generosity reaches other circles–the circle of our friends and, beyond, the circle of people we don’t know. You may have read about charity scam: there are always some fraudsters trying to take advantage of the kindness of good people. It is an international business, and fraudsters are viciously adapting to the culture of their future victims. In Japan for example, where the reputation of a person is so sensitive, fraudsters practice blackmail. In our nation, known for its generosity, cheats pretend to be a charity. But there are easy ways to check if a non-profit is trustworthy and charity scams shouldn’t prevent donors from giving. Indeed, the end of the year is critical to charities: a third of charities’ donations occur in December.

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By Holiday Mathis TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Dec. 19). It’s your year to be playful and laugh more. In January, a special interest colors your outlook on relationships and life. Love will thrive. In March, you’ll change to become a better you, and they’ll reap the benefits, too. Your teamwork will help to bring a victory in June. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). People think you’re good at working the room, but really your magic starts before you ever enter the room. The key to social situations is in your attitude: warmth all the way. Why break the ice when you can melt it? CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). When you find solid relationships, you cherish them. There is a limit to how many people you can fit in your inside circle and still have time to cherish each one. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Caring about the details will give you an advantage. People notice that you're noticing. They feel tended to because you're handling the small matters that contribute to everyone’s comfort. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20). It's not always easy for you to tune into what is going on in your own emotional landscape, but the time and effort it takes to figure it out will be worthwhile. When you can manage yourself, you can manage others. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 19). You may feel awkward in a situation, but it’s training. The charming people haven’t lived charmed lives; rather, the adversity they faced helped them mold their personalities in a way to warm up the harsh world. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20). If you have a weak connection with a person, it will be difficult to get your point across. Just as phones need to lock onto a common wire or satellite, you need to find common ground before you can proceed effectively. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Maintaining your friendships is important, but don’t expect them to stay the same. You enjoy different things from what you did when you were younger, and your relationships accommodate these new interests. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Defending your point of view against those who will likely never share it is a waste of time. Instead, build your community of likeminded thinkers. Together you’ll be powerful. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). The goal is to live peaceably, so it’s a little strange that in order to do so you have to have a confrontation. Take a breath. Through clear communication, you will effectively handle this. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Common decency perhaps isn’t as common as it should be. That’s why a certain person is now standing out to you— someone who continually takes the high road in even the smallest matters. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You'll live some of life’s dichotomies firsthand. Without danger, there is no adventure. Without risk, there is no excitement. Without fear, there is no courage. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). If you can’t start by taking on the task (because you’re unready, untrained or because you don’t have the resources), you can start by looking the part, and eventually you’ll get there.

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