Larchmont Chronicle
vol. 55, no. 1
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In THIS ISSuE
Hancock Park plants trees to reforest the urban canopy
FITNESS AND HEALTH:
Local physician’s road to a winning physique n Accidental champion
n Dues fund project
HEALTH, FITNESS & BEAUTY. 13 - 22
ACTING SCHOOL on the Blvd. 20 years. 22
BROOKSIDE subzone debate.
28
Hancock Park Home Owners Association ’48 recently planted 12 jacaranda trees at the corner of Fourth St. and Hudson Ave. in a continuing effort to reforest and maintain the community’s urban canopy. “More new trees for the neighborhood are on the way and will be planted throughout the winter months,” said Association President Cindy Chvatal-Keane. The trees were planted by area resident and arborist Sabine Hoppner and her crew. Hoppner selected the young trees to plant in the parkway, in locations the city had marked for trees to be added. “She feels the new jacarandas will grow quickly, and since there are lawns planted See Hancock Park trees, p 4
Whirlwind year for St. Vincent Meals on Wheels
n 40th year celebrations
GOURMET market readies to open. 2-9 For Information on Advertising Rates, Please Call Pam Rudy 323-462-2241, x 11 Mailing permit:
By John Welborne Since 1977, St. Vincent Meals on Wheels (MOW) has served homebound seniors in Los Angeles. The organization spent much of 2017 celebrating its 40th anniversary. Celebratory (and financially supportive) events were presented all last year. Spearheaded by MOW’s locally based support group, Cuisine à Roulettes, which was founded by Nelly Llanos Kilroy and other area women, the anniversary events were fun and fiscally rewarding. In early April, a kickoff Culinary Cause Brunch was hosted by actor and musician LL Cool J with special guest Magic See 40 years, p 8
Miracle Mile 2018
Our year-round guide to lifestyle, entertainment and business news, “Miracle Mile 2018” will be published with the March issue of the Larchmont Chronicle. To reserve advertising space call 323-462-2241, ext. 11. Deadline is Mon., Feb. 12.
January 2018
CELEBRATING its 90th year, the Wilshire Ebell had 3,000 members in its earlier days. Photo by John Hough
Saving theaters one historic site at a time through photography By Sondi Toll Sepenuk Mark Mulhall and John Hough are two photographers on a mission. They may not be trying to save the world, but they are doing everything in their power to save historic theaters throughout the United States and beyond.
But how can two photographers, armed with nothing more than talent, a camera, and bold intentions, succeed in such a mission? One photograph at a time. “I want to shoot as many theaters as I can,” explains See Theaters, Sec. 2 p 2
Ring in 2018 in a classic spot with a classic drink
n ‘Countdown New Year's Eve’ celebration in DTLA
By Amy and Jim martinis. As of yet Cuomo (our studies into this When in doubt, will continue, do not order a martini. This fear), we have not much-mentioned been able to pinpoint beverage is a classic exact reasons for for many reasons, this, and it may be one of which being that the atmosphere the simplicity of the of the old-school ingredients. Gin or venues adds to the vodka, vermouth, ice. essence of the drink. Not much room for MUSSO & Frank To shake or stir? error. It is surpris- wins for longevity. Is it the numing, however, that the quality ber of shakes (provided you are of martinis varies considerably going for a Bond “shaken, not by bar. And, just as the classic stirred” style), the amount of drinks are often the best, our ice used (solely to keep it cold, research (and difficult research not to remain in the drink), it is) shows that the classic res- the exact ratio of vodka or gin taurants tend to serve the best See Ring in 2018, p 10
By Rachel Olivier A year ago, if anyone had asked Dr. Valerie Ulene (Windsor Square) if she were a fan of weight lifting, she would have answered in the negative. Last month, however, after six months of training, she competed in the open amateur division for the Organization of Competition Bodies (OCB) in Hollywood. How it all began A physician herself (curSee Physique, p 21
Area residents say crime is getting worse n Seek police patrol
By Billy Taylor Last month the Chronicle received an email from a Larchmont Village resident who was alarmed to hear that three homes on his street, Lucerne Blvd., had been burglarized in the preceding 45 days. The resident, who asked to remain anonymous, hoped some media attention would “spur the police to patrol” the See Crime, p 5
Vacation planning
Adventure awaits. Read all about exotic trips and staycations in our February issue. To reserve advertising space call 323-4622241, ext. 11. Deadline is Mon., Jan. 8. Valentines, tell us how you met. Send stories and photos to info@larchmontchronicle.com by Jan. 12.
Boutique wins holiday storefront contest n Dual holidays featured in display
The lifestyle boutique Pickett Fences took first prize in the annual holiday storefront decoration contest of the Larchmont Village Business Improvement District (BID). “Their dual Christmas and Hanukkah windows and entryway decorations topped the block,” said BID spokesperson Heather Duffy Boylston. The winner, at 219 N. Larchmont Blvd., was awarded $500 and a feature story on the BID’s SANTA was complemented by Hanukkah décor in the winning storefront window. website larchmontvillagebid.com.
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