HOME GROUND

By John Welborne

Much for which to be thankful

Although the 24-hour news stations want to keep us frightened about variants from A to Omega, I think the focus should be on the positive … on that for which we should be thankful. First and foremost, kudos go to the scientists who have produced vaccines that are largely effective. Of course, you have to take the vaccine to protect yourself and others. Less globally, all of us at the Larchmont Chronicle join me in thanking our supportive readers who not only have sent to the newspaper your checks in the reply envelopes included in the November issue, but also have written personal notes of encouragement. That says and means a lot — not only to us — but also to the community around us. Similar support to local merchants is evidence of what makes this community so desirable — for more than 100 years, as celebrated this past October. Residents’ and businesspeople’s commitment to our neighborhoods and the city that surrounds us is a hallmark of Larchmont. Once again, “Happy Holidays” to all of you! Next year will be the Chronicle’s 60th year of sharing this season.

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Sun., Dec. 5 – All Saints’ Beverly Hills Choir’s Advent Festival of Lessons and Carols, 5 p.m.

Wed., Dec. 8 – Ebell of Los Angeles Holiday Boutique and Luncheon, 10 – 6 p.m. Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council board meeting via Zoom, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Check greaterwilshire. org to confirm and for login.

Sun., Dec. 11 – Junior League of Los Angeles Harvest Boutique at Skirball Center, 12 – 5 p.m.

Fri., Dec. 24 – Christmas Eve.

Sat., Dec. 25 – Christmas Day.

Thurs., Dec. 30 – Delivery of the Larchmont Chronicle.

Fri., Dec. 31 – New Year’s Eve.

Letters to the Editor

Chronicle fans sent notes with checks last month:

My Beloved Joe always enjoyed reading the Larchmont paper, especially the real estate section!! Thank you. Mary Ann Turkmany & Family Great issue celebrating the 100th anniversary of Larchmont. All the best. Tom Kranz We appreciate you!! Matt & Anna Mackey You do a fabulous job. Thank you!! Best,

Grace Fritzinger I’m a new addition to the Larchmont community and just love reading your monthly paper! Thank you. Michael Doneff

Larchmont Chronicle

Founded in 1963 by Jane Gilman and. Dawne P. Goodwin.

Publisher and Editor John H. Welborne Managing Editor Suzan Filipek Deputy Managing Editor Billy Taylor Contributing Editor Jane Gilman Staff Writers Talia Abrahamson Helene Seifer Advertising Director Pam Rudy Advertising Sales Caroline Tracy Art Director Tom Hofer Classifed and Circulation Manager Nona Sue Friedman Accounting Jill Miyamoto

Sat., Jan. 1 – New Year’s Day and the Rose Parade.

COSTUMED CAROLERS ring in the holiday spirit on Larchmont Boulevard Nov. 19.

Photo by Billy Taylor

TOP: SNOWMAN greets Santa and friends arriving on a train, and (above) a Nutcracker stands guard on Plymouth Boulevard. Front page, top left: Santa enjoys the neighborhood’s sunny weather.

Photos by Ron Mulligan

Write us at letters@larchmontchronicle.com. Include your name, contact information and where you live. We reserve the right to edit for space and grammar.

Correction

Bill Gordean’s name was misspelled in the November 2021 article “Community welcomes a friendly new Attitude Café.”

‘What is at the top of your holiday wish list this year?’

That’s the question inquiring photographer Caroline Tracy asked locals along Larchmont Blvd.

“This year I’m wishing for a proper holiday party — an in-person affair. I feel like we have all been missing that.” Anne McAllister (right, with Caroline Tracy) Hancock Park

“I’m wishing for peace and happiness for all, after a turbulent year.” “I’m wishing to be with my mother, who’s in hospice in Virginia. We are going to be with her and the family for the holidays, so my wish is coming true.”

JC William and Carol Woods Chesterfield Square

“I’m looking forward to being with my family in Georgia. It’s been two years since I’ve been in my hometown.” “I want science stuff this year, like a magnifying glass and an exploding volcano kit — yeah I really want to try that.” “I’m still working on my list.” Anne Pearce with daughters Carter (7) and

Jane (5), Larchmont Village

“I want stuffed animals and Aero chocolate.” “I want a Minecraft Goat Plushie.” “I want Lindor and Aero chocolate this year.”

Asha Cherian, Larchmont Village; Eloise Speer, Hancock Park; Georgia Angle, Brookside