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SECTION ONE Health & Beauty

Traffic delays expected

ANNUAL SECTION covers fitness head to toe. Pages 15 to 24 ART WALK coming to Mile. 6 SPORTS MUSEUM site for Police Council fete. 6 TRIBUTE to political advisor.

Soil, seismic tests begin along Westside

DOCTOR'S work is Small Wonders. 11 BOOK puts Hancock Park on map. 12 KING OF ROCK 'N roll at Hope Lutheran. 14 LITTLE LEAGUE, register through Jan. 31. 22 MISS LILLY parties at Saks. 34 MOVIE reviews. 39

SECTION TWO Real Estate Home & Garden

LEGACY is leasing style and location. 4 MINING HEIR built one-of-a-kind library. 2 For Information on Advertising Rates, Please Call Pam Rudy 323-462-2241, x 11

A beginning step in the future construction of the Westside Subway Extension project has begun. The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority is conducting soil, seismic, noise and vibration testing at more than 200 locations along the planned alignment of the Westside Subway Extension as the next step for planning and engineering the project. The data collected will help determine the exact route the project will ultimately take through Beverly Hills, Century City and Westwood. Details of when and where work will occur, what to expect, any impacts and contact information will be distributed to residents and businesses closest to the testing locations in advance. It will also be distributed electronically to key organizations in those areas and posted on Metro’s website. Motorists should anticipate some traffic delays including possible lane closures, which are unavoidable so that the team gathers the best data possible. For more information about the Westway Subway Extension, call 213-922-6934 or visit metro.net/Westside. For day-to-day testing location updates, follow the project on twitter.com/westsidesubway.

GROUNDBREAKING ON Anderson Munger Family YMCA is expected this fall.

New retail, fitness centers on horizon Addition to Farmers Market, BMW showroom among what's ahead in 2011 Skip loaders will be in evidence as the new year brings new construction and businesses to the area. Close to opening its new sales and service facilities on Wilshire Blvd. between Highland and La Brea avenues is Beverly Hills BMW. The original Farmers Market is developing close to 25,000 square feet of retail space across the street from its present location at Third St. and Fairfax Ave. Shovels will be in evidence next fall at the groundbreaking for the Anderson Munger Family YMCA at Third St. and Oxford Ave. The new year also will see preliminary work on the Wilshire “subway to the sea”

will start with seismic and soil testing. BMW heads east The Beverly Hills BMW

Involvement, future plans on Park La Brea agenda Residents Association meeting takes place Jan. 9 Park La Brea residents can learn how to shape the future of their community at the PLB Residents Association annual meeting on Sun., Jan. 9 from noon to 2 p.m. in the activities center theater. Dr. Jason Green, Association president, said he wants to encourage more active involvement among the more than 10,000 residents. “They can

Girls form bonds citywide over soccer By Laura Eversz Mick Muhlfriedel was at the top of his game when he decided to call it quits. In his last of 10 seasons coaching soccer, he had taken his team to the AYSO nationals in Hawaii. “I figured that was about as good as it was going to get,” he recalled. “Plus, my son, who I had coached, wasn’t playing anymore.” But at the end of the season, a tournament team of girls found themselves without a leader, and Muhlfriedel’s retirement came to a screeching halt. “I ran a couple of practices with them… then I said ‘what See Soccer, p. 10

showroom and service depment of Beverly Hills BMW will be opening in two locaSee New retail, p. 6

have a significant effect on the environment and culture of Park La Brea through involvement in the current and new programs,” he said. Candidates for board positions will present their qualifications at the meeting. The agenda also will include a discussion of concerns that have been brought to the management. Topics to be addressed include the Green and Clean committee’s work and the new educational forums which have covered the Casden high-rise residential project, and renters’ rights.

On the Boulevard Glimpses by Jane

OUTRUNNING her opponent is Esmeralda Altamirano, left, a member of the AYSO U-16 Hollywood team.

Larchmontians should be drying out by now, following the deluge we witnessed earlier this month. We chatted with Betty Reddin at Chevalier’s Books. Her daughter, Nancy Keinholz, came up from her Houston studio to assist Betty with holiday preparations. *** See BLVD., p. 14

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SECTION ONE

Community Platform

By Jane Gilman

Larchmont Chronicle

January 2011

Scene on Larchmont

New Year’s Wish List Here is what we would like to see happen in the new year. A thriving job market. The paving of Wilshire Boulevard. All potholes fixed. Volunteer block captains for every block. A really good turnout at the March city election. A plan to promote more bicycle lanes in the city. On-time bus arrivals, and free transfers. The approval of library funding on the March ballot. Less red tape in the city permit process. Parking meters that work. More parent participation at local schools. Successful completion of the Wilshire subway extension in 10 years. And, to repeat, repaving and repairing of potholes.

That's the question inquiring photographer Laura Eversz asked people along Larchmont Blvd.

Holiday thank yous We thank the Wilshire Rotary Club for its donation of a Christmas tree in Larchmont Village. It’s the first in our memory, and a lovely addition to the boulevard. Thanks to Raul Rodriguez for our holiday banner design. And thanks to Boy Scout Troop 621 members for the red/white striping of our parking meters.

It’s a New Year in Hancock Park The Association wishes all residents a happy, productive New Year. 2011 will see the Association involved in many important initiatives and issues in the Hancock Park community. Committee chair people will be selected at the January meeting and we’ll be looking for volunteers to help forward the committees’ work. The committees are: • Land Use/Zoning • HPOZ • LAPD/Security • Filming • Communications • Block Captains/ Neighborhood Watch/Emergency Preparedness • Traffic • School Liaison • Parkway Trees • Parking • Street Lighting • Graffiti • Legal If you have some time and are interested in working in any of the areas covered by our committees, send us an email through the website. Don’t forget that winter is the prime planting season in Southern California. We’ve had a lot of rain recently and that helps any new plants get established. Now’s the time to implement that native garden you’ve been thinking about and plant some trees while you’re at it Remember to keep your doors and windows locked, activate your security system, if you have one, report suspicious activities, never open your door to someone you don’t know and don’t forget to let your block captain know if you’re going to be out of town. If you are the victim of a crime or fraud contact the Wilshire Division LAPD station at 213-473-0476 or website: http://www.lapdonline.org/ wilshire_community_police_station. You can also contact Hancock Park’s Senior Lead Officer, Dave Cordova (213-793-0650; 31646@ lapd.lacity.org). If you’re planning changes to your house visit the HPHOA’ 48 web site, www.hancockpark.org, or the Los Angeles Planning Department web site http://preservation.lacity.org/hpoz/la/hancock-park and read the Preservation Plan. Report graffiti sightings by calling 311 or at the City’s Anti-Graffiti Request System - http://anti-graffiti. lacity.org/welcome.cfm?CFID=1007&CFTOKEN=411CDB4F-0FC34EE1-89DE58DCCB435538 and by calling Hollywood Beautification, 323-463-5180 For questions regarding filming contact Filming Committee Members, Ruth Marmelzat or Cami Taylor. Ruth can be reached at 323-934-0138 and Cami at 323-692-1414 (Home) and 310-659-6220 (office) Adv.

'What is your New Year's resolution?'

A FIRST (in the 48 years we've been here), a lighted Christmas tree next to the Wilshire Rotary Club clock.

"My resolution is that I'm going to run every day so I can keep up my cross country training." Mary Abzug Irving Blvd.

Police Beat WILSHIRE DIVISION

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Mugging, hold-ups at gunpoint WILSHIRE DIVISION ROBBERIES: Credit cards, money and other valuables were stolen from a man walking south on the 500 block of N. Rossmore Ave. on Dec. 2 at 12:45 a.m. Two men approached the victim asking him for directions before forcing him to the ground. A man and a woman were held at gunpoint by five men

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who attempted to take their car and ended up taking a purse, cell phone and other property before fleeing in a black Mercedes on Dec. 9 at 2 a.m. on the 300 block of S. Detroit St. PREVENTION TIP: Walk to your car with purpose and stay alert. Have your key in hand. Look around and inside the car before getting in. Be wary of people asking for directions or handing out fliers. Trust your instincts. If something makes you feel uneasy, get into the car quickly, lock the doors and drive away. (Please turn to page 4)

Calendar Sun., Jan. 9: Park La Brea Resident’s Association annual meeting at noon in the Park La Brea activity center theater, noon to 2 p.m. Wed., Jan. 12: Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council meeting, Ebell of Los Angeles, 743 S. Lucerne Blvd., 7 p.m. Mon., Jan. 17: Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. Thurs., Jan. 27: Wilshire Community Police Council annual fundraiser, Sports Museum, 7 p.m. Fri., Feb. 4: Neighborhood delivery of the Larchmont Chronicle. For updates and special events, go to our website: larchmontchronicle.com.

"I resolve to not get upset over things I can't control, like traffic and automated phone systems that have you pushing button after button." Laurent Pomel Larchmont Blvd.

"To spend more time with my family and less time working." Margaret Galileo-Rojas with Mateo Norton Ave.

"My resolution is to spread love and peace around the world. Well, actually, I already do that." Hugh Wilton IV Windsor Village

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January 2011

Letters to the editor

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Oliver’s story 15

LIBRARY CALENDAR 25 SCHOOL NEWS

AROUND THE TOWN 34 ENTERTAINMENT Theater Review Dining Out Notes from Nelson At the movies

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Section two REAL ESTATE

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MUSEUM ROW

REAL ESTATE SALES 10 HOME & GARDEN

PROFESSOR KNOW-IT-ALL

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Section one HEALTH & BEAUTY

SECTIOn OnE

I was thrilled to see an article in the Larchmont Chronicle in October about a neighborhood fundraiser for baby Oliver Thomas, who has had three open heart surgeries. The article resulted in exposure on CBS News. Their coverage also helped get the word out, raising even more funds to help his parents with medical expenses. Thanks to the Chronicle, CBS picked up the story and allowed Oliver’s story to reach an even wider audience resulting in more donations. Alice Monarch Sycamore Ave.

Lack of lanes BEAUTY secrets of the trade. Sect. 1, 18

I am astounded that there isn’t more outrage about Los Angeles’ plan to destroy Wilshire Boulevard by taking away two lanes during rush

hour, limiting them to busses. Wilshire is probably the best street in the city during rush hour. I drive it all the time. The City has intentionally refused to repave the street, leaving the right lanes so full of potholes, they are almost impassable. Undoubtedly, this has been an intentional effort to influence people to support this plan. Even so, traffic moves much better on Wilshire than it does on Olympic or Pico during the same time periods. I don’t think these politicians think for one minute that this is going to improve traffic. It is an attempt to influence people’s actions through legislation, to force people out of their cars into busses through legislative fiat. Don’t these people remember Jerry Brown’s fiasco with the diamond lane when he tried to take a lane away from

Look for this star in one of our advertisements. The first person to find it should call 323-462-2241 x 13. The winner will be pictured in the next issue of the Larchmont Chronicle. Lorna Geaga of Irving Blvd. was the first person to spot the star last month. The retired medical technologist declined to have her picture taken. “I don’t want to be famous,” she said with a laugh. A Chronicle devotee for the past 30 years, she developed a love of reading as a child in the Philippines. “My parents owned a bookstore, so reading became a hobby.” the Santa Monica freeway in the late ‘70s, which resulted in total gridlock? It wasn’t politi(Please turn to page 12)

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Save the Date for Our Next Board Meeting:

By John Winther

Wednesday, January 12, 7:00 p.m. at the Ebell of Los Angeles

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As part of an ongoing effort to introduce our local schools to our board members and stakeholders, we’ll welcome special guests:

5 tips for starting the year off right:

Dr. Steven Martinez, Principal, John Burroughs Middle School

1) Order your "Ready Freddie" emergency kit with your WSA discount (visit windsorsquare.org for more info).

Joan McConico, Principal,

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Dr. Suzie K. Oh, Principal,

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3) Check the settings on your lawn sprinklers: it's the rainy season!

The next GWNC Land Use Committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 25 at 6:30 pm in the Assembly Room of the Wilshire United Methodist Church

4) Subscribe to the WSA Twitter feed to find out what's going on in the neighborhood (WSA_LA).

JOIN OUR BOARD: Positions still available: Citrus Square (Alternate) , Oakwood-MaplewoodSt.Andrews (Director & Alternate), We-Wil (Alternate), Education (Alternate), Renter (Alternate)

5) Patronize your local businesses. The Windsor Square Association, an all-volunteer group of residents from 1100 households between Beverly and Wilshire and Van Ness and Arden, works to preserve and enhance our beautiful neighborhood. Join with us! Drop us a line at 157 N. Larchmont Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90004, or visit our website at windsorsquare.org. ADV.

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The New Year is upon us and we are so looking forward to another exciting year. We have many new and refocused businesses with amazing items and services. Stroll the Boulevard and take a look. If you seek first in your neighborhood you will be surprised how many needs can be found within our small community. The past years had many successes: the Family Fair, the sponsored sidewalk sales, the holiday open houses, the promotion of the Larchmont Experience, and the improvements on the Boulevard. We have many exciting events coming so keep an eye out for them. If you wish to be on our email / mailing list please visit us at www.larchmont.com and select “Contact Us”. The signs are up that say “No Skateboarding”. Please abide by this law along with no posting of signs on poles and trees, keep your trash in the container and mind your dogs. I wish you all joy, prosperity and happiness for the New Year. Adv.

Happy New Year

The Larchmont Boulevard Association had a joyous holiday season. The banners went up on the light poles above the Boulevard that were designed by the famous designer Raul Rodriguez who designs the floats for the Rose Parade among his other talents. A Christmas tree was placed in front of the city parking lot and looked majestic on the Boulevard. The tree was provided by the Wilshire Rotary Club of Los Angeles and decorated by Libby Simon, a member of the Hancock Park Garden Club. A very special thank you goes to Judy Horton, also of the Hancock Park Garden Club who supervises the planting along the Boulevard and does such a magnificent job. We are blessed to have so many talented people.

MORE POLICE BEAT (Continued from page 2) BURGLARIES: A gun and money were stolen from a home on the 400 block of N. Lucerne Blvd. on Nov. 14 between 1 and 4 p.m. The suspect broke in using the bathroom window. A suspect entered a home on the 100 block of S. Las Palmas Ave., used the computer and phone, and stole a watch on Nov. 20 at 12:10 a.m.

A prowler pried open a back door and broke into a home on the 600 block of S. Orange St. on Dec. 1 at 5:40 p.m. Computer and camera equipment were stolen from a residence on the 500 block of N. Cahuenga Blvd. between Dec. 2 at 4 p.m. and Dec. 3 at 7:45 a.m. The suspect broke in through a patio door. A home on the 600 block of Wilcox Ave. was broken

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ping bags. Park your vehicle in areas where there is a high concentration of pedestrian traffic. At night, park in welllit areas. OLYMPIC DIVISION ROBBERY: A woman was robbed of her purse by two men who simulated a gun on the 4500 block of W. 1st St. on Nov. 30 at 12:15 a.m. PREVENTION TIP: Pay attention to your surroundings and try not to walk alone, especially at night. If approached, try to remember details that will help police with making an arrest. BURGLARIES: A computer, camera and sports equipment were taken from a residence on the 300 block of Westminster Ave. on Nov. 30 at 10:15 p.m. The suspect broke in through the sliding glass door. A prowler attempted to rob a home on the 500 block of N. Gower St. on Dec. 3 at 3 a.m. The suspect fled when the alarm sounded as he was breaking in through a rear window. PREVENTION TIP: Keep area well lit and lock all doors, gates, garage and windows. If you are leaving town, put lights and a radio on a timer, and ask friends to collect all newspapers. Install an alarm. GRAND THEFT AUTO: A white 2008 Scion XB was stolen from the 500 block of S. Gramercy Pl. between Dec. 6 at 6 p.m. and Dec. 7 at 5:25 a.m. BURGLARIES FROM VEHICLE: A car was broken into and property stolen on the 4800 block of Elmwood St. between Dec. 13 at 10 p.m and Dec. 14 at 8 a.m. Auto parts and accessories were taken from a car parked

Technology leads to arrest of serial robber A suspect wanted for a series of area robberies was arrested after a victim whose cell phone had been stolen activated its GPS and notified the police. Olympic Division officers were able to pinpoint the suspect’s location and took him into custody. A fisherman’s hat and black wig that were used as a disguise in earlier robberies were found in the suspect’s car. “Modern cell phone technology was the key in apprehending this criminal and taking him off the street,” said Olympic Division senior lead officer Joe Pelayo. The majority of the crimes occurred at night from mid-November to December. The suspect followed mostly female Korean victims into underground parking lots in an area from Western Ave. to Wilton Place between Third St. and Beverly Blvd. on the 400 block of S. St. Andrews Pl. between Dec. 15 at 6 p.m. and Dec. 16 at 6:30 a.m. The GPS and stereo system were stolen from a car parked on the 5000 block of Clinton St. between Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 19 at 8:30 p.m. Graffiti Removal Operation Clean Sweep .............................. 311 Hollywood Beautification ............. 323-463-5180

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Night at the Sports Museum benefits Police Council, youth

Bungalow criminal and civil court cases pushed to March

Get an up-close look at the first ball thrown at Fenway Park and Babe Ruth’s uniform at the world’s largest sports museum on Thurs., Jan. 27 at a benefit for the Wilshire Community Police Council. Proceeds from A Night at the Sports Museum will fund a 12-week boot camp for at-risk youth. The L.A. Sports Museum, at 1900 S. Main St., houses thousands of artifacts collected by businessman Gary Cypres. Joe DiMmaggio’s record-breaking ball from his 56-game hitting streak and jerseys from NBA and NFL greats are among his finds. During the event, the museum will be open from 6 to 10 p.m. A no-host bar, dinner in the Boxing Pavilion, live and silent auctions are featured. Committee members include co-chairmen Suzanne Bank and Serena Fuss Ward, Council president Baxter Duke, Diane Smith, Sgt. A. J. Kirby and Jane Gilman. RSVP by Jan. 15 by calling 818-760-2064. Dress in a favorite team jersey or ballpark attire. Cost is $150 per person. L.A.-area youth involved in truancy, gang involvement and battery will be referred to the boot camp, which includes military drills and physical training. Mandatory parenting classes will also be conducted.

Criminal and civil court appearances for Larchmont Bungalow have been postponed until March. The criminal case against the eatery at 107 N. Larchmont Blvd. was set for an arraignment Dec. 16. But L.A. Superior Court Judge Spurgeon Smith continued the hearing to Tues., March 29. “Essentially the court has decided to let the civil case play out before our case,” said city attorney Jonathan Galatzan. A hearing in the civil case is set for Mon., March 21 at 9:30 a.m. in L.A. Superior Court, Dept. 85 The issues in the criminal and civil cases are similar, which is why the judge is wait-

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Art Walk keeps growing despite cutbacks

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Identifying participating galleries in the Miracle Mile Art Walk will be easier than ever thanks to new banners sponsored by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Take a stroll or board a free Starline Tours bus to take in the quarterly Art Walk and Gallery Tour in the Miracle Mile arts district, which kicks off the new year on Sat., Jan. 15 from 2 to 10 p.m. From Wilshire to Melrose and La Brea to La Cienega, galleries and museums will offer exhibitions, artist talks, family workshops, music and more. The event is sponsored by Mid-City West Community Council (MCWCC), L.A. County Museum of Art (LACMA), Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council, THEMOJAMOJA.COM, Bear Flag Wine and Fusicology. “As with many city-funded projects, cutbacks were made in 2010,” said Shawni Dracoules, MCWCC Arts and Recreation Committee board member. “But not only did the walk go on, it grew in participation. We thank our district representatives, LACMA and other museums, galleries, sponsors, volunteers, artists and art walkers for being loyal supporters.” For a list of participating galleries and an updated schedule, go to miraclemileartwalk. com.

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BMW showroom and service departments to move to the area.

New retail, fitness centers in 2011 (Continued from page 1)

tions on Wilshire Blvd. More than 100 employees will be on the staff of the sales and services offices and showroom. The firm is moving from its longtime location on Wilshire Blvd. and Robertson Blvd. in Beverly Hills. Farmers Market addition As soon as the drilling to revacate the 1910 oil well is completed, work will begin on the one-story retail complex the A.F. Gilmore Co. is developing at the northwest corner of Third St. and Fairfax Ave. Frontage will be on Fairfax Ave. with a restaurant planned for the corner space. Surface parking will be available for 110 cars. “We are bringing a first class retail development to the neighborhood,” said Mark Panatier, vice president of the A. F. Gilmore Co. “The community has been very supportive of the project,” he added. “It’s a vast improvement over the vacant lot.” The property housed seasonal sales of pumpkins and Christmas trees, and also was the site of Mordigan’s Nursery. Construction is expected to begin in the next few months. New YMCA A $3 million donation from Mildred and John Anderson has completed the fundraising

for the new Anderson Munger Family YMCA at Third St. and Oxford Ave. The donation was announced recently at the Hancock Park home of Karla and Bill Ahmanson, YMCA capitol campaign chairmen. It follows a $7 million donation from Charles and Nancy Munger. Funding was also received from the Community Redevelopment Agency. The multilevel, 29,000 square foot facility is part of the Hollywood-Wilshire YMCA. Groundbreaking ceremonies are expected to take place in the fall. The building will offer a wide array of recreation and health programs for more than 2,700 youth and families. These include a fitness center with an indoor pool and rooftop track, as well as preschool, afterschool and teen programs, child care center and a basketball court. “The new YMCA is meeting the needs of the community where there are no parks, sports facilities or safe havens for youngsters,” said Kitty Gordillo, director of development. Funding is still needed for outreach programs, said Gordillo. The YMCA currently provides physical education programs at two local schools.

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January 2011

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Student organizes book drive for Burroughs Middle School library Community service is not new to Keane. Last year he worked as a volunteer at Descanso Gardens.

Waxman books two dates in area U. S. Congressman Henry Waxman has two speaking dates in the community on Thurs., Jan. 13. He will address the National Council of Jewish Women at 1 p.m. at the Council house, 543 N. Fairfax Ave. on “An Inside Report...What’s Happening on the Hill.” To RSVP or for more information call 323-852-8503 or e-mail ruth@ncjwla.org. Park La Brea residents will have an opportunity to hear Waxman at 7 p.m. The speech, part of the Park La Brea Residents’ Association’s education forum series, will be held in the activities center.

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Tributes are continuing to pour in for Joseph R. Cerrell, who died in December following complications from pneumonia. He was 75. Cerrell, who played key roles in the Democratic presidential campaigns beginning with John F. Kennedy, had been a Lucerne Blvd. resident for 50 years. He founded Larchmont-based Cerrell Associates Inc., a public affairs firm known for political campaign management and public relations services to corporate and nonprofit clients. A Larchmont Chronicle newsmaker for his civic and national involvement, he was a board member of the Hollywood-Wilshire YMCA and a sponsor of the annual San Gennaro Festival. He earned awards from the Public Relations Society of America and from Italian-American organizations. Cerrell also served as president of the California Museum of Science and Industry and as a member of the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum Commission. A native of New York City, he and his family later moved to Los Angeles. He attended Los Angeles High School and USC. In 1979, he returned to USC as an adjunct instructor, teaching for 15 years at the Unruh Institute. He is survived by his wife Lee, son Steve Bullock, CFO of Cerrell Associates, and daughter-

in-law Irina Bullock of Burbank; daughter Sharon Cerrell Levy and son-in-law Matthew Levy, of Sherman Oaks; son Joe Cerrell, and daughter-in-law Sara Grote Cerrell, of London and Seattle; former daughter-in-law Tara Bullock, and seven grandchildren. More than 800 persons attended the memorial service at Christ the King Catholic Church, Rossmore Ave. The program for the service described Cerrell as “power

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sight loss. Wilshire The Wilshire Rotary Rotary originated this Club is coming off a event years ago and busy holiday season, continues to particiand heads into 2011 pate. looking for new ways In January WRC will to impact our commubegin looking for stunity. dents to sponsor in dan hodgkiss In December our President the Wilshire Sports members gathered for Association softball WRC’s annual “Give-aGift-to-Santa” program, in which and baseball leagues. We’ll also be our members teach their kids the launching our annual Dictionary concept of giving during the holi- Distribution program for third days, as we present the Red Shield graders at our local schools. with a car full of presents - and a We thank the Hancock Park comcheck - to go to local families in munity for buying their Christmas trees at our lot on Larchmont; need. Our members also continued those sales will fund many of our our annual participation in the projects for the year. Braille Institute’s holiday lunch; The Wilshire Rotary Club meets the Braille Institute’s mission is weekly at the Ebell at noon; stop by to eliminate barriers to a fulfilling and join us for lunch. life caused by blindness and severe

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In just a month, Morgan Keane has collected 160 books for his Community Impact Project. An eighth grade student at Flintridge Preparatory School, Morgan’s goal is to help stock the library at John Burroughs Middle School “I live near the school, and when I learned they had hired a librarian, I decided to collect books for the school,” Morgan said. He is the son of Cindy Chvatal Keane and John Keane of Hancock Park. Morgan is requesting donations of new and gently used books for students ages eight to 14. They can be dropped off at Landis Stationery at 138 N. Larchmont Blvd., at the school, 600 S. McCadden Place or e-mail Morgan at mojo@sbcglobal.net. The drive continues until March 25.

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Year 2010 projects included perking up parks, medians Happy New Year. 2010 was a challenging year in many respects, with severe budget cuts throughout the city, but my office was able to complete important projects for residents of the Wilshire area. Using Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) monies, my staff and I funded the Wilton Triangles. These traffic islands are at First St. and Wilton Pl. and Second St. and Wilton Dr., and serve a few purposes. First, the triangles control traffic, slowingdown drivers and softening the sharp-curve on Wilton between First and Second streets. Secondly, the Wilton Triangles beautify the neighborhood, each with its own tree and drought-resistant, mostly native landscaping. They’ll be formally dedicated soon. Shatto Park at Fourth St.

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libraries’ share of the City’s general fund. Emergency Training Finally, as part of my ongoing commitment to have everyone prepared for emergency situations, my office is offering Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) classes starting Jan. 10. The class is free and includes six three-hour training sessions at our Hollywood field office at 6501 Fountain Ave. Make a New Year’s resolution to be prepared for any emergency. Take time to make sure you’re ready for the unexpected, such as an earthquake or fire. A few minutes of preparation can make a huge difference when the unthinkable occurs. Be prepared in 2011…and continue to enjoy the great City of Los Angeles.

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Plastic surgeon gives a young gymnast the gift of hearing By Suzan Filipek After a second operation that lasted close to 10 hours, Diego Neumaire can hear, clearly, for the first time in his 13 years, thanks to a Hancock Park surgeon. A first operation last June was such a success the worldclass teen gymnast was able to return to the stadium and win five medals and qualify for the nationals in his home country Mexico. “He takes his gymnastics very seriously,” said pediatric plastic surgeon Dr. John Reinisch, who completed the second and final surgery on Diego’s second ear last month. “An audiogram after the second operation (in December) showed excellent hearing in his right ear reconstruction. He has not needed to wear his hearing aid since his June surgery,” said Reinisch. Diego’s care has been something of a community affair. Dr. Reinisch’s wife Nancy is a founding member of Small Wonders Foundation, which raised the money to pay for travel and hospital expenses. Members of the Foundation held a party the weekend before the Dec. 7 operation. They celebrated Diego’s 13th birthday, and honored Margaret Shipman for welcoming Diego and his mother into her Larchmont Village home. She was given a Baccarat crystal butterfly, a symbol of metamorphosis—the non-profit’s logo—“for going above and beyond” the call to service, said Nancy Reinisch. Shipman was moved to help after she read in the Larchmont Chronicle last February that Dr. Reinisch and a host of others donated their services in the effort. “He’s the real deal. He’s so self-effacing, it’s amazing,”

eral surgeries, said Reinisch, dren born with congenital dedirector, craniofacial and pedi- fects. atric plastic surgery at Cedars- Donations can be made to Small Wonders Foundation, Sinai Medical Center. P.O. Box 480185, L.A., Reinisch also travels the Chronicles Larchmont CA 2010 90048. Visit smallwonderglobe for Small Wonders, to 31, December educate and operate on chil- sfoundation.org

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The story of seven sisters that teaches how the constellation of the Pleides came to be is the premise of a new book by Pamela Marx and illustrated by Debra Vodhandel, a former Hancock Park resident. “A Story of Seven Sisters”— subtitled “A Tongva Pleides Legend”—was written to teach how to live within a community and build successful relationships. According to the author, “the importance of generosity, trust and honesty for strong relationships between people—husbands and wives, brothers and sisters, parents and children—is the real story of the seven sisters.” Marx has written numerous educational books for children and teachers. When her children were young, her friend and illustrator, Vodhandel, developed a children’s garden project at Los Angeles’s Southwest Museum, where they both enjoyed learning about the Tongva and sharing the information with children and families. Vodhandel, who specializes in watercolor and oil, has studied at Ecole Nationale Superieure des Beaux Arts in Paris; Art Center College of Design in Pasadena; and Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture in Maine. She is working on her master’s degree in human development at Pacific Oaks College.

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ularly and look forward to seeing each other. We trust each other and the differences don’t seem as great as our similarities,” added the 15-year-old Brookside resident. Coaching girls has been a real eye-opener for Muhlfriedel. “They are much more of a group and more protective of each other than boys,” he noted. “If someone gets hurt, they stop to see if they’re okay. If a girl is having a bad day, her teammates support her. Boys? Well, they knock each other down and keep on running,” he laughed. Although their season has ended, the girls stay in touch. “They’ve gotten very close, and everyone on the team is very connected,” said Muhrfriedel. “We try to get together a cou-

ple of times a year and include all the parents. It’s quite a cross-cultural experience.” The players are looking forward to the spring season that begins in February. In the meantime, they’re busy fundraising for upcoming tournaments in Santa Barbara and Arizona. Muhfriedel is looking forward to the beginning of the season, too. “Obviously, it’s fun to coach, but it’s just as much fun to be an observer of the interactions of kids who otherwise would never interact.” So much for retirement. “If it wasn’t for this team, I wouldn’t be coaching anymore, but this is really special.” For more information, go to ayso78.org.

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As the teacher at the Debi Doodles Art Club at Park La Brea, Debora Gillman is constantly around children. A natural extension of that exposure has resulted in a book she has both written and illustrated. “The Painter’s Dream” is about a request by a king and queen to paint a different sky each night. The book includes a coloring book that matches the illustrations. The author says her inten-

tional repetition of colors and shapes makes the story an educational tool in the arts. A member of the staff of the Park La Brea Activities Center, Debora has taught at the Craft and Folk Art Museum, and her work has been in galleries and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. The book is available online at Xilbris.com/bookstore/The Paintersdream. Cost is hardcover, $31.99; paperback is $21.99.

Grant provides computers, training at 25 L.A. schools Computers for Youth is partnering with the Los Angeles Unified School District to provide 16,000 families with computers and training. The program is designed to assist low-income families in 25 schools in the district. Families will receive free training, information on broadband access and computers with educational software. Le Conte Middle School,

N. Bronson Ave., is the local school to receive the computer package. The program is financed by the U.S. Department of Commerce through its Broadband Technology Opportunities Program. Computers for Youth is a national non-profit organization helping educators to build strong school-home connections.

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Volunteers play a crucial role in Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship’s programs. They share knowledge and love of business in a variety of ways—by speaking in a class on their area of expertise, becoming a business plan coach to help students fine-tune their ideas, or being a judge at a classroom business plan competition. NFTE is now seeking 200 volunteers to sign up for the coming academic year and work in a variety of capacities. For more information, call Maritess Plewnarz at 310-4053212 or email her at maritess.plewnarz@nfte.com.

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his seven-year- old and his nine-year-old to eat at Village Pizzaria almost every week. Katie, a mom of two girls, loves the kindness and consideration shown by the Little Seed, which provides a stocked changing table and a roomy bathroom for those in need of diapers and those in the process of potty training. She also loves to stop into Larchmont Beauty Supply, where the bottom shelf in the kids’ section is overflowing with rubber duckies and other adorable toys. Right up the block are the mini-bagels from Sam’s. Perfect. Heather also relies on the bagels to keep her son, George, happy on the run. His preference is pumpernickel. Sam loves Sundays in Larchmont with his wife and two sons. They attend a nearby church, have brunch at Le Pain Quotidian where the boys love to play with the display rocks in the back room (as do all our kids and they are permitted to do so by the best wait staff in town!). Then the family strolls over to Sunday’s Farmer’s Market where everyone’s favorite music man plays reggae tunes for the kiddies and provides instruments, chairs, parasols and toys to keep everyone entertained. It is a blissful morning that caters, in Sam’s words, to the “soul, the tummy and the heart.” Susan also has sentimental reasons for loving the neighborhood and town. She said, “I

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Alumnae invited to Bishop Conaty tea Alumnae of Bishop Conaty-Our Lady of Loretto are invited to a high tea celebrating the life and work of Sister Mary Jean Meier at the high school on Wed., Feb. 9. Sister Mary Jean was a graduate of the school and taught there beginning in 1946. She later moved to San Francisco. She returned to Bishop Conaty in 1986 and served as director of development and director of special services. Her ministry included the early development of the Catholic Education Foundation which makes yearly grants to Catholic schools. Alumnae members of the school’s consultative board include Patricia Casado and Cathy Bernheim. For reservations, contact Berheim at 818-818-5610 or e-mail Cabk111@aol. com.

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Meals on Wheels Elvis’ birthday will Club to honor Andrew Fenady seeks volunteers be celebrated at Volunteer drivers, meal deAndrew Fenady will receive Hope Lutheran Celebrate the King’s 76th birthday during a gospel worship service, brunch and concert Sun., Jan. 9 beginning at 10:30 a.m. at Hope Lutheran Church, 6720 Melrose Ave. Impersonator Raymond Michael will sing Christian gospel music during the service. He will also perform more Elvis hits during the Graceland Brunch and Concert following the worship service.” “It’s “a one-of-a-kindin-the-world event,” said Hope Lutheran Pastor Mark Rasbach. Cost for the brunch and concert tickets are $25 each. Children under 12 are admitted free. To get tickets call the office at 323-938-9135.

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It’s hard work, but it’s worth it, says Gillian Wagner about her exercise sessions with trainer Bayo Samuel. Gillian works out two days a week in the family’s gym in their Windsor Square home basement. “I wouldn’t be using the gym if it weren’t for a trainer coming to the house. This way, I am forced to exercise,” she admits. Gillian works out at the Cybex machine, using the step exerciser, resistance bands and a stability ball. She shares the room with her husband and two teenage sons. If you only want one machine in your gym, the Cybex is the answer, says Samuel. The Cybex model MG-525 is a multi-gym that offers biomechanically correct exercises for a full body workout. The exercises on its three stations are safe to perform for everyone from serious strength trainers to those who just want to work up a sweat, according to the manufacturer. Her trainer divides the sessions into exercises for upper and lower body stretches. “It’s GILLIAN WAGNER gets direction from her traina great help since I suffer from rheumatoid er Bayo Samuel In her home gymnasium. arthritis,” says Gillian. Compatibility with a trainer is important, and Gillian says Bayo is easy to talk with. “But don’t get him started on the Lakers.” For core training she goes to Studio B on Larchmont Blvd. for Pilates workouts. She has a full volunteer schedule as well, and recently took over as president of the board of Hope-Net food pantries.

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Walks along forest paths, yoga in Van de Kamp Hall, and tai chi in the Rose Pavilion are part of the growing wellness program at Descanso Gardens. A 10-week Fitness Walk and Yoga program includes a 25-minute walk followed by a 60-minute yoga session from 8:30 to 10 a.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays beginning Jan. 3. Evening classes are from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Participants should wear walking shoes and comfortable clothing, and bring an exercise mat and towel. Instructor Laura Gloster leads the slow, precise movements of tai chi in the Rose Pavilion on Tuesdays beginning Jan. 4. Beginners meet at 8:15 a.m.; an intermediate class is at 9:30 a.m. Strengthen INSTRUCTOR Laura Gloster your body’s core while leads tai chi classes Tuesdays stretching and lengthening and Wednesdays. tight muscles while improving balance and posture at a 10-session Pilates class on Wednesdays from 8 to 9 a.m. Practice techniques to reduce stress, increase relaxation and improve health and well-being at “Mindfulness Meditation” on Saturdays beginning Jan. 15. The six-week class is from 9 to 10 a.m. in the Japanese Garden. To register, or for more information, call 818-949-7980.

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Nutritionist promotes wellness through food, fitness day.” For instance, “I started running because it was so easy to just throw on some shoes and go outside…it was free and easy.” But others might have orthopedic issues or time constraints, or the whole exercise thing feels so daunting that they won’t even start. Her advice: start walking. Walk around the block, park your car at the furthest spot from the grocery store, take the stairs. “Exercise burns calories, improves lung function and strengthens your heart, lowering your heart rate. It also improves immunity and sharpens your brain.” Long-term benefits of regular exercise include lowering one’s risk of diabetes and cancer, and increased endurance, she added. A leaner body composition also comes with exercise, even though you may not

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"Aging takes place over a long period of time, until one day we wake up and barely recognize our face in the mirror," said Fitzgerald. "The new lines and wrinkles have been in the making for a long time...you don't age overnight, and you don't want to anti-age over-

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night," she added. Since the face is like a 3-D interlocking puzzle, a change in one place will cause a change elsewhere. If you only fix one, you'll look out of balance. "It's this concept that guides my full-face approach in treating the underlying global causes of aging to provide patients with more sophisticated, natural-looking results." People are worried they won't look like themselves after treatment, said the doctor. "And, basically, if you put 30-year-old lips on a 50-yearold face, it will look like you've had work done. Looking at aging from a full-face perspec-

is a member of both the Botox Cosmetic National Education Faculty and the Medical Educations Faculty of Merz Aesthetics. As an assistant clinical professor at UCLA, her expertise in facial aging is frequently published in peer-reviewed journals. Last year, the doctor gave more than 28 lectures throughout the U.S., Europe and Australia at meetings such as the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and the American Academy of Facial Plastic. "Education is very important. I work hard to stay at

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Michelle and Chuck. “If I miss a few days of cycling, I feel a drop in my mood and energy level,” she admits. After Chuck and Michelle’s baby arrives in late January, they will be able to take advantage of the free childcare that the Hollywood Y offers its members. “I believe it’s essential to take care of what makes us up as human beings: body, mind

and spirit. Because each of these has tremendous effect on the others, exercise has a positive effect on our attitudes, relationships and our overall well-being.” Can’t argue with that. Now if I can just get this fat cat and this half-eaten bag of Booty off of my lap and force myself into a gym in 2011, all will be right with the world. Well, that and peace on earth.

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“I’m terrible on a By Sondi Sepenuk regular bicycle,” Now that the New Year laughs Michelle. “I’m is upon us, it’s time to always crashing into revisit that time-honored things…so now I get resolution: exercise. on the stationary bi Popular exercise used cycle, and I can go reto include a narrow range ally fast with no traffic of options: swimming, to stop me.” biking, jogging, sports, The shared experihiking. ence in class has even Today, there are even led to lasting friendmore options out there. ships. Go to any gym in town “Many of Chuck’s and and you will find yoga, my closest friends are cycling classes, weight people we met at the training, Pilates, step Y. In fact, I met my classes, and the list goes writing partner riding on and on. the bike next to me!” Michelle McChesney exclaims Michelle. and her husband Chuck The Hollywood Wittman discovered YMCA offers six spintheir elixir, Studio SPINNERS. Michelle McChesney and her husning classes per day, Cycling classes—more band Chuck Wittman prefer indoor bicycle rid- as well as a multitude commonly known as ing, even while expecting. of other classes to suit “spinning”—at the anyone’s sweat quoHollywood Wilshire trying to dodge the cars out tient. YMCA several years ago and on Sunset Boulevard. That’s a good thing for they haven’t looked back. “Over all other exercises, spinning gives me such an endorphin rush and leaves me with extra vitality throughout the whole day,” gushes Michelle, a writer/director. Six days per week, you name it—yoga, cycling, or whatever else catches her fancy that day—Michelle is up bright and early. Did I mention that she is now seven-and-a-half-months pregnant? “I was prepared to blow up like a house,” laughs Michelle. “But being at the Y has helped me stay in shape and stay sane.” Of course, Michelle’s daily ritual has required some slight alterations. “I can’t go as hard or as fast as I’d really like. I constantly have to check my heart rate monitor to make sure I’m staying below a certain number.” Michelle and Chuck discovered the Studio Cycling class at the Hollywood YMCA more than four years ago. The 45-minute exercise, which involves riding a stationary bicycle while facing a mirror, listening to music and rotating through a variation of sprints, jogs and hill climbs, has gained in popularity over the years and has become a staple at any gym. “One day I heard the music playing in the spinning room and I thought, ‘I love riding a bicycle!’ so I tried it and the next day my husband joined me, and we both just loved it. The energy in the room is so much better than doing it on your own.” It’s also much easier than

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ing on average four years. There is no downtime and minimum risk. It can be uncomfortable, but worth it, says Holbus. Another recently approved FDA machine at DMH is Zeltiq Aesthetics, CoolSculpting. It targets abdominal fat, love handles, and other undesirable spots and chills them to just above freezing. Fat cells are very sensitive to temperature changes and will die when they are chilled enough, said Svehlak. The body flushes out the cells over the next four months, leaving a gradual re-

duction of the fat layer. Again, no downtime. Temporary side effects include redness, tingling or numbness in the treated area the first seven minutes. It takes about an hour and works best on patients seeking to shed 10 to 15 pounds, says Svehlak. Additional procedures can be performed after two to four months, resulting in another 20 percent reduction in the fat layer. Joining his team is registered nurse Lynne Sheldon in offering a host of lasers to improve sun-damaged skin, re-

build collagen or shrink pores. Botox and fillers are also on the menu, and the LightSheer Duet laser hair removal is the best on the market, said Svehlak. Medical weight loss There is a medical weight loss program and cryotherapy, popular with athletes but can help anyone to stimulate collage production, boost energy and aid in healing injuries, he adds. An open house is scheduled for January. Check the website, dmhaesthetics.com, or call 323-4509234.

Spa-like setting at DMH for lasers, non-surgical facelifts By Suzan Filipek Walk to Larchmont and relax with a cappucchino, pick up a good book, and oh, get a face-lift with sound waves or a laser hair removal treatment. Nestled between baker-

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deep by Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald I think we’re hard-wired to reflect on our lives come January. And along with reflection inevitably comes prioritization; thinking about what matters the most to us. Interestingly, when we look at happiness studies, looks and money are never at the top of the list. Self-esteem trumps all. It may come as a surprise to hear this from a dermatologist, but it really is about feeling better, not simply looking better. Also surprisingly, these studies have shown that self-esteem is a skill that we actually have to practice. And in my line of work here’s how I’ve made sense of selfesteem and appearance: when we look our best, people respond to us in a positive way. In turn we exude confidence and capability. As much as we all strive to maintain a healthy self-esteem, let’s face it, there are mornings when looking in the mirror can potentially wreck our day. Now imagine if instead, looking in the mirror boosted our spirits? My patients know that I believe that small physical changes can make a big impact on appearance and self-confidence. It gives us both an internal boost and an external boost. In other words, subtle changes on what we convey to the world gives us our shine back. Around this time of year I also like to remind my patients and my staff, and yes, myself, of just how hard we work in every area of our lives. So here’s to us, and may the new year be filled with health, happiness and a generous dose of selfesteem for us all. Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald is a Board Certified Dermatologist located in Larchmont Village with a special focus on anti-aging technology. She is an injection training physician for the better known dermal fillers such as Juvederm, Radiesse and the new Evolence as well as a physician trainer for Botox. Dr. Fitzgerald is an assistant clinical professor at UCLA and an international Sculptra trainer for Dermik Laboratories. Visit online at www.RebeccaFitzgeraldMD. com.Telephone (323) 464-8046 Adv.

ies and pizzerias, DMH Laser & Aesthetics, at 111 N. Larchmont Blvd., offers the latest in anti-aging technology in a cozy, boutique setting. “If you don’t have the time to drive hours of the day, you can walk a few blocks to get the same services as in Santa Monica, and the latest top-ofthe line treatments… “Plus I love this community,” said medical director Dr. Steven Svehlak, a plastic surgeon who has been doing liposuction, face lifts and mommy makeovers at Sunset Cosmetic Surgery at Sunset and Doheny the past eight years. Cosmetic surgery is becoming less common, thanks to advances in anti-aging technology. “They can buy you a lot of time,” says Svehlak Botox and an array of fillers can be combined with the Ulthera sound-wave machine for a “liquid facelift.” It makes a 45-year old look 30. “It’s amazing,” says DMH treatment consultant Danny Holbus, Lorraine Blvd. Patients can choose to tighten and lift one of three areas per treatment—the forehead, brow line or upper neck and chin. Cost is $1,500 per area. Package prices are available. The procedure takes about 20 minutes with results last-

Talk on ‘Fighting Alzheimer’s’ Jan. 24 Moussa Youdim, the Finkelstein Professor of Life Sciences in the Technion Faculty of Medicine, will talk on “Fighting Alzheimer’s—the Search for Innovative Drugs” on Mon., Jan. 24. Youdim’s research has led to the development of the antiParkinson’s drug Rasagiline, the first neuroprotective disease-modifying drug. A buffet dinner starts at 6 p.m at the Four Seasons Hotel, 300 S. Doheny Dr. RSVP by Jan. 19. Cost is $50 per person; call 323-857-5575. The event is sponsored by the Southern California Chapter, American Technion Society.

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RELAXATION and meditation are among yoga's benefits. The crossedlegged pose, left, calms the mind while opening the hips. Here Yogi Cooperative teacher Virgilia Maldonado demonstrates sukhasana, the name in Sanskrit.

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Poses aid posture, relieve fatigue Upward facing dog improves posture, rejuvenates the spine, expands the chest, opens the lungs, stretches the abdomen, strengthens the arms, shoulders and spine, and relieves depression and fatigue. Chair pose strengthens the legs and knees, opens the shoulders and chest, works the core, creates balance, and heats the body.

Triangle pose relieves backaches, opens the collar bone, strengthens intercostal muscles and the upper body, stretches the hamstrings, and elongates the spine. Crossed-legged pose opens the hips, strengthens the back, and stretches the knees and ankles. It also calms the mind and is ideal for meditation.

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The benefits of yoga are infinite, according to ancient Hindu texts known as the Sutras of Patanjali. According to a more modern text—the Nursing School Catalogue—there are 77 known benefits. These include improved memory and decreased blood pressure. Some of the postures can even be attributed to elevating one's mood. Area resident and modern-day yogi Bob Vaughan-Wheeler can attest to many of yoga's perks. He is among a group of area teachers, trained at Yoga Works on Larchmont Blvd., who have formed a teacher collective called the Yogi Cooperative. They can be found daily, in rotation, in a donation-only class at Robert Burns Park, 4900 Beverly Blvd., 11 a.m., weather permitting. They teach a style of yoga called hatha, which means sun and moon, explains Bob, St. Andrews Pl. The practice “basically allows you to build energy and strength and store it without tiring the body, unlike some other popular workouts that just work you really hard for the whole duration. “By the end of the class you should feel energized instead of worn out," says Bob. This is accomplished by combining a series of poses designed to heat or cool the body. “On a physical level, the focus is on alignment, stabilization, and elongation. On a deeper more spiritual level the focus is on stilling the mind as we practice these movements,” he says. For class schedules and to check cancellations go to the website: yogicollective.com To see the benefits of yoga, visit nursingdegree.net/blog/24/77VARIATION ON CHAIR POSE, Hailey surprising-healthCunningham shows a more advanced benefits-of-yoga/. version of utkatasana. By Suzan Filipek

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Relax with array of soothing treatments By Suzan Filipek Leave your cares at the lobby at Awe, a soothing new spa, with an array of Asian- and Swedish-style treatments to choose from. Pass the babbling fountain on your way to the upstairs retreat, filled with a number of dimly-lit treatment rooms, showers and a sitting area with tea service. The spa specializes in organic oils which relax sore, tight muscles. Massage techniques include finger pressure and stretching for the Thai-style massage, experienced behind

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Other treatments include hot stone massage, which further aids in loosening tight muscles. Herbal foot therapy includes soaking tired feet in healing herbs and reflexology. Body scrubs to make skin feel baby soft include green tea and crushed rice, tamarind or the pear and green apple. Facial care is coming soon, says Suksan. Private lockers and showers are available and refreshments are served. Would you like tea? Tammy asks after my treatment. Today’s brew was mint, and it was a perfect end to a wonderful, local get-a-way. Awe Spa, 578 N. Larchmont Blvd. 323-466-0066; awe-spa. com. Open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week.

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Eating peanuts or honeysticks are among the suggested alternatives to help teens to quit smoking. This is among the ideas that Breathe California, Los Angeles County includes in its Quick Quit Kit. • Sugar-free breathe mints and gum: Not only will mints and gum help give you kissable tobacco-free breath, but they are a great way to curb cravings and keep your mouth occupied. • Peanuts: Peanuts are a great way to curb your cravings while occupying your mouth and hands. • Honey sticks: Help soothe that smoker’s cough with some good old-fashioned honey. They can also double as hand to mouth replacements • Rubberband: Place the rubberband on your wrist and give it a good snap every time the urge hits. • Stress stick/ball: Squish it,

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Early diagnosis, intervention critical in treating eating disorders range for their height and age. By Lauren Muhlheim Early intervention is critiEating disorders are serious mental disorders affecting par- cal. If not identified or treated ticularly adolescent girls and in their early stages, eating young women, but also older disorders can become chronwomen, boys and men, at in- ic and cause serious or even creasing rates over the last 30 life-threatening medical probto 40 years. The two main ones lems. Anorexia nervosa has are anorexia nervosa and buli- the highest death rate of any mental illness: between five mia nervosa. Anorexia nervosa is charac- and 20 percent of people who terized by failure to maintain develop the disease eventually a healthy body weight, intense die from it. Complex conditions fear of gaining weight, and Eating disorders are comdistorted body image. plex condiBulimia nertions that are vosa is charbelieved to acterized by arise from a recurrent and combination frequent epiof factors insodes of eatcluding geneting unusually ic, physical, large amounts psychological, of food (e.g., interpersonal binge-eating), and social isand feeling a LAUREN MUHLHEIM sues. Dieting lack of control can contribute over the eating. This binge-eating is followed to or trigger the development by a type of behavior that com- of an eating disorder. Parents, pensates for the binge, such as educators and physicians can purging (e.g., vomiting, exces- help in the prevention of eatsive use of laxatives or diuret- ing disorders by modeling and ics), fasting and/or excessive encouraging healthy eating behavior and a healthy attiexercise. Unlike people with anorexia, tude about body weight. Additional prevention stratpeople with bulimia can have weight within the normal egies include teaching that ev-

Here are ways to incorporate exercise into busy schedule With work, family, and packed weekends, it can often be difficult to get the recommended amount of physical activity. The American College of Medicine offers these tips: • Do it in short bouts. Research shows that moderate-intensity physical activity can be accumulated throughout the day in 10-minute bouts, which can be just as effective as exercising for 30 minutes straight. • Mix it up. Combinations of moderate- and vigorous-intensity physical activity can be used to meet the guidelines. For example, you can walk briskly for 30 minutes twice per week and jog at a higher intensity on two other days. • Set your schedule. Maybe it’s easier for you to walk during your lunch hour, or perhaps hitting the pavement right after dinner is best for you. The key is to set aside specific days and times for exercise, making it part of your schedule. • Make it a family affair. Take your spouse, your children, or a friend with you during exercise to add some fun to your routine. This is also a good way to encourage your kids to be physically active and get them committed early to a lifetime of health.

ery body is different and that body shape is largely determined by genetics, emphasizing fitness over thinness, encouraging healthy but flexible eating, and discouraging dieting. It is also helpful to talk to children and teens about the unrealistic images they see in the media. If an eating disorder develops, early diagnosis and intervention can significantly enhance recovery. According to the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA), “the most effective and long-lasting treatment for an eating disorder is some form of psychotherapy or counseling, coupled with careful attention to medical and nutritional needs. Ideally, this treatment should be tailored to the individual and will

vary according to both the severity of the disorder and the patient’s individual problems, needs, and strengths.” Among the most promising treatments for eating disorders are cognitive-behavioral therapy and family-based therapy for adolescent eating

disorders. These treatments are empirically-validated in clinical trials. Hancock Park resident Lauren Muhlheim is a clinical psychologist who specializes in eating disorders. She can be reached at www.laurenmuhlheim.com or at 323-282-3572.

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Aroma Spa 3680 Wilshire Blvd. 213-387-0111 www.aromaresort.com A Korean buff treatment or a Swedish massage melts away stress at Aroma Spa. Or try the new shiatsu and reflexology combo to ease away the tension. The spa offers a variety of facials and massages, as well as manicures, pedicures and combination body treatments. The “Calming Treatment” involves an herbal massage, face mask and hair treatment. Awe Spa 578 N. Larchmont Blvd. 323-466-0066 www.awe-spa.com Awe Spa is Larchmont’s newest, specializing in massage and body scrub. The staff offers Thai Massage along with an entire menu of treatments including shiatsu, deep tissue and Swedish massage. Their signature massage is the “Awesome Trifecta,” a blend of Asian and European massage. Hot stone body massage in one of four private rooms is also available, as is herbal foot reflexology while sipping a glass of champagne. Beverly Hot Springs 308 N. Oxford Ave. 323-734-7000 www.beverlyhotsprings.com Beverly Hot Springs is the only natural mineral thermal spa in Los Angeles. The artesian well delivers hot mineral water from 2,200 feet below the surface. Choose from hot and cold pools, steam and dry herbal saunas, shiatsu and deep tissue massages and

seaweed body scrubs. The spa uses an exclusive mineral rock massage and draws upon European and Asian methods. Spa happy hour is Tuesday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., when treatments are discounted 15 percent. Century Sports Club 4120 Olympic Blvd. 323-954-1020 www.centurydayspa.com Known for its very hot baths, Century Sports Club makes the 3,000-year-old art of Korean bathing its the main draw. Marble and clay saunas, both wet and dry, help the body work up a sweat and rid itself of toxins. Cold baths are also available. The women’s spa also offers baths scented with Chinese herbs. Treatments available to help you achieve the Century Spa’s Body Buzz include microdermabrasion, acupressure and sea salt scrubs, as well as massages and facials.

Healing Hands Wellness Center 414 N. Larchmont Blvd. 323-461-7876 www.healinghandswc.com Since opening in 2003 in a cozy renovated Bungalow, Healing Hands has become a favorite for locals for a variety of massage styles, from Swedish and shiatsu to sports and reflexology as well as preand post-natal. Also on the menu are acupuncture, chiropractic care and nutrition in this soothing retreat right in our own backyard. Ask about their discount packages. Le Petite Retreat 331 N. Larchmont Blvd. 323-466-1028 www.lprdayspa.com Le Petite Retreat has introduced the “Feel Good” series to help people focus on every

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SAT practice, book sales, art classes, Mahjong FAIRFAX LIBRARY 161 S. Gardner St. 323-936-6191 Book Club: Lively discussions of books and authors on Tues., Jan. 4 at 11:30 a.m. New members welcome. The Miracle Mile Writers Club offers networking and support for writers at all levels of expertise, both published and aspiring. on Sat., Jan. 8, 3 to 5 p.m. Book Sale: Great books and other materials at great prices on Sat., Jan. 8 and 15, and Wed. Jan. 12 and 19 from noon on. Friends of the Library: Help plan library events on Tues., Jan. 11. Call library for time. Baby and Toddler Storytime: Stories, songs and rhymes for children six mos. to two years on Wednesdays, Jan. 12 and 19 at 10:30 a.m. Pre-school Storytime: Stories, songs and rhymes for children ages two to four years on Wednesdays, Jan. 12 and 19

at 11:30 a.m. Student Smart: Learn about getting into the college of your choice on Thurs., Jan. 20 at 4 p.m. Teen Council Meeting: Join the Fairfax Young Adult book club on Tues., Jan. 25, 4 p.m. Ongoing Computer Comfort: Sign up for hands-on training on the computer on Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. LACMA Art Classes for Kids is on Thursdays. Call library for times and to sign up. FREMONT LIBRARY 6121 Melrose Ave. 323-962-3521 Computer Comfort: By appointment. Call library for information. Toddler Storytime: Stories, songs and rhymes for children 18 mos. to three years on Wednesdays, Jan. 12, 19 and 26 at 11:30 a.m. Student Smart: Test taking strategies offered on Fri., Jan. 14 at 4 p.m.

Melrose Magnet’s motto is ‘reaching for the stars’ Since transitioning to a magnet last year, Melrose Elementary School increased its Academic Performance Index by 124 points–from 715 to 855—leading the pack of Los Angeles Unified District schools. API measures the academic performance and progress of public schools in California with the state setting 800 as the score that school should strive to meet. “I can’t begin to express my pride in the students, faculty, staff and parents,” said principal Bernadette Lucas. The transition, she says, has made all the difference for the mathematics/science/ technology magnet at 731 N. Detroit St. “The magnet plan allowed us to be more innovative and design an instructional program that gives students the opportunity to create, design and imagine,” said Lucas. For instance, Melrose Magnet has a 24/7 laptop program which allows students to study in the classroom as well as home. A robotics program

for fifth graders lets students apply what they’ve learned in their math and science classes to the Peas in a Pod gardening program, which won four grants in the last year. In addition, second and fourth graders are participating in an animation program in collaboration with Jim Henson’s studios, and the school has been adopted by Ceconni’s Restaurant as part of First Lady Michelle Obama’s “Chefs Move to Schools” program. “Our motto was ‘reaching for the stars,’” said Lucas. “But since the inception of the magnet program, it is clear to everyone that our motto is missing ‘and beyond.’” A native of Washington, D.C., Lucas graduated from the University of Virginia. Her experience as an educator over the past 18 years has included classroom teacher, assistant principal and assistant director the LAUSD Teacher Certification Unit. For more information, go to www.melrosestar.org.

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school news THIRD STREET By summer Kaplan Quinn 5th Grade Many schools have book fairs,

but I would say none are as good as Third Street Elementary’s. This year’s event took place in the school library, and everyone was welcome.

The fair has Scholastic books for all ages, including grown-ups. On the last day, there was a raffle. The winner received a $25 gift card to spend at the fair. We had a special celebrity guest this year. Rhonda Hayter, author and former Third Street parent, signed copies of her book “The Witchy Worries of Abbie Adams.” Everyone had fun and bought books, while the week long event raised money for our school. With all the budget cuts, our parents and volunteers are working extra hard to raise money for our library and school. I love Third Street Elementary and the book fair.

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Merci Magallanes 8th grade It’s showtime! We had our successful holiday show at the Wilshire Ebell Theater and raised money for our student council fundraiser, Santa’s Workshop. We have more events planned for January, including a field trip to “Disney On Ice” for preschool through 4th grades. School will be closed on the 17th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Parent– teacher conferences and open house are coming up. Last but not least, we will have an honor assembly which recognizes our academically highachieving students.

Students form friendships through exhange program we live here in America. One By charlie noxon difference between America Temple Israel of hollywood Our school recently had the and Israel is that in Israel, stupleasure of welcoming del- dents eat breakfast at school egates from Israel. Each sixth rather than at home. Also, we play basketball grader from here and everyTemple Israel one can play; of Hollywood in Israel, each was paired with class has a difan Israeli stuferent day to dent, and toplay different gether we have sports. had a lot of fun Asked what and have done he misses from many activities home, Tal said to reflect the EXCHANGE STUDENT Tal his parents and theme of their Hachnochi was paired up with grandparents, visit: courTemple Israel sixth grader his friends and age, in Hebrew Charlie Noxon. his school. Ometz Lev. We visited the Museum of “And maybe my grandmothTolerance, cleaned up the er’s rice,” he added. “It’s a sebeach, attended a Los Angeles cret recipe. It’s delicious.” His favorite activity on the Clipper game (with Omri Caspi, the only Israeli in the NBA), trip: “To meet my friends from and went to Universal Studios. the delegation at school and A school official paired each talk with them and play with of the Israelis with a TIOH them.” Tal said he will be both hapstudent to make the closest matches and ensure the best py and sad to leave. “I love to be here but I miss my family.” friendships. I asked him what he would My exchange student is Tal Hachnochi, who is in the sixth miss when he goes home. grade. Tal told me he likes how “You,” he replied.

CENTER FOR EARLY EDUCATION By elena DeBré 5th Grade There are so many words to describe the Center for Early Education, but we don’t have a catchy phrase to capture it all. Soon we will. CEE’s students, staff, faculty, parents, and grandparents will be competing to come up with our school motto in a contest.

“The Center is looking for words or a short phrase that will quickly and clearly tell people who we are and what we stand for without having to read the entire mission statement and philosophy,” said head of school, Reveta Bowers. Time to get creative! Once the contest deadline on Jan. 31 passes, the submissions will go through a small, select committee. After they narrow it down to the top ten, CEE’s Mission and School Life Committee will choose the final three. Lastly, the board of trustees will select the winner.

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PILGRIM By chloe chais 11th Grade Pilgrim hosted a conference for the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS). Over 140 heads of school from all over the state spent the day on our campus. Pilgrim was also fortunate to host visiting author Gregory Dowling who showed slides and gave a presentation to the AP Art History class on “Romantic Venice,” focusing largely on the beautiful paintings of Venice by British artist William Turner (1775-1851). Members of the Pilgrim Books and Cinema Club met at the Arclight Theater “The Voyage of the Dawntreader,” an amazing fantasy of special effects, mythological meaning and strange adventures. Pilgrim School is starting a new Ping Pong Club. Two international champions will be the coaches and they wowed and awed an assembly of secondary students during a morning assembly. Congratulations to the boys varsity soccer team on their Omega League victory over Westmark. The winning goal was scored by junior Justin Choi with the assist coming from junior captain Dustin Park.

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school news By sloane leipzig 6th Grade In December the fifth grade hosted an AIDS walk and raised about $2,000 from donations from friends and family. Students handed out cards with information on AIDS, as well as red ribbons for everyone to wear, to honor AIDS victims and survivors. Sparks were flying at the “Mad

Science” assembly, where the students used dry ice and flash paper! The sixth grade class gift committee parents organized the annual St. James’ Wreath Sale. All the proceeds went to fund the sixth grade class gift. This year’s Christmas Pageant was especially wonderful. The St. James’ Children’s Choir, under the direction of Mr. Jim Casey, opened with two hymns. Then, in true St. James’ tradition, the Kindergarten performed the nativity scene by representing the holy family and all of the angels with terrific con-

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ECHO HORIZON By Jackson Terry, 6th Grade Matea leBeau, 5th Grade

Poet and author Hope Anita Smith recently visited EHS and read from her book in verse, “The Way a Door Closes.” She also explained the process of how a book is published, from idea to final copy. Her creativity and sense of humor immediately engaged all the children. Our 2010 Winter Program, “A Season of Light,” went fabulously. All the children performed beautifully, singing Christmas carols, Chanukah songs, and some uplifting and positive melodies. The extracurricular basketball class, “Hoop Dreams,” concluded with a Mega Game of students versus parents. Fifth graders refereed the spirited game. Fifth grade recently went to LACMA to investigate paintings and sculptures. They focused on Pablo Picasso’s works. After studying the painter’s art, each student then sketched his/her own cubist portrait, and learned that there is more than one way to view a subject!

TURNING POINT By Rebecca Muhlheim 6th Grade December brought the beginning of trimester two for middle school, the Level 6 choral performance and the arrival of the SmartLab. The middle schoolers had to switch schedules, choose different electives. Level 6 wrapped up their trimester of performing arts with a choral performance. This year’s theme was slavery and civil

PACIFIC HILLS By George Glaviano 11th Grade The varsity soccer team won their first game of the season 8 to 1 against Pilgrim. The girl’s varsity basketball team added a couple new freshmen and have won two of their six games. The boy’s basketball team won three of their five games this month. Our headmaster, Mr. Temes set up a reading session of Macbeth in our new arts building. Students, parents, and teachers were all invited to explore the world of

rights. The songs werre all diferent kinds of African songs, spirituals and protest songs. The performance was very touching, and persuasively told the story of the African-American people. The SmartLab is a facility in which students will develop 21st Century skills. There will be different stations at which students can work on different subjects ranging from robotics to music videos. Students in Levels 5 through 8 will use the SmartLab to explore science, math, engineering, social studies, language arts and fine arts. Shakespeare. As part of the free speaking series Mr. Temes set up, educator and Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker Bill Siegel led a discussion at our school about the Art of Asking Questions. Some students, parents, and teachers came back on campus during Christmas break to help set up for Pacific Hills’ first book sale. Mr. Temes with the help of Mrs. Wagner, our community service counselor, collected old books over the months of November and December. Booths were set up days before Christmas and volunteers took different shifts during the day selling books to the public.

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POETRY READING Jennifer Kwon Dobbs will be reading from her poetry at Pacific Hills School on Sunday, January 9, 2011. A poet, librettist, teacher, and critic, Professor Kwon Dobbs was born in Won Ju Si, South Korea. Paper Pavilion (White Pine Press 2007) is her debut poetry collection. Her poems have appeared widely in anthologies, film, journals and on radio. A professor of creative writing at St. Olaf College in Minneapolis, and a former Angelino, Kwon founded a community outreach program for low income students in Los Angeles that continues to make a positive difference in many lives.

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IMMIGRATION AND STUDENT SUCCESS Following the poetry reading, Professor Kwon Dobbs, along with PHS Head of School Peter Temes and PHS faculty member Ivan Barahona, will lead a panel discussion on Immigration and Student Success, exploring the ways that parents new to the U.S. can support their children’s success in competitive schools.

ISRAELI, ARAB, AMERICAN: QUESTIONS OF IDENTITY Columbia University professor and Pacific Hills faculty fellow Uri Cohen will be joined by UC Davis professor Noha Radwan and Pacific Hills head of school Peter Temes to discuss the ways that politics, religion and citizenship shape -- and are shaped by -- our identities as Israelis, Arabs, and Americans.

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By Michael sapunor 10th Grade The Loyola High School community began this month on a sad note after learning of the death of Father Angus Cooper, a popular computer science teacher. Loyola has set up a scholarship in his memory. In athletics, the cross country team won its fifth state title in the past nine years. Senior Elias Gedyon set a record by winning his third individual state title. The varsity basketball team began its season by earning several early victories over tough competition. The Los Angeles Cougar club rugby team, composed of many Loyola student-athletes, starts its season in early January. Loyola opened its doors to prospective students on Dec. 12. The students and their parents learned about Loyola’s academic and extracurricular programs. Our annual Christmas formal was a resounding success. The Cubs will return from Christmas vacation with the exception of the senior class, who spends the month of January working on community service projects in lieu of attending classes.

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ST. BRENDAN By Paula Mendoza 8th Grade SBS welcomes 2011 with many new things and an eagerness to learn. We are thankful to those who participated in all of our activities and fundraisers, making them successful. We delivered many toys to Alexandria House and Blessed Sacrament for the less fortunate children for Christmas. We also collected loads of clothing for the

CHRIST THE KING By esther Kang 8th Grade December was a busy month for all students at Christ the King School. Twenty-one of our 8th grade students completed the six-week tutoring program at Loyola High School in preparation for their high school entrance exams. Students made beautiful hand-

CURTIS SCHOOL sydney Gough 5th Grade Many Curtis families participated in the One Voice Holiday Food Program “Kid Safe” event. We sorted and packaged grocery bags of food at the Barker Hangar at the Santa Monica Air Center which was taken to distribution centers for needy families. Winter concerts were held before the holiday break. It was so much fun to perform

clothing drive that we then sent to the St. Francis Center. As for academics, the 8th graders are completing high school applications and preparing for exams. Our sports teams are doing well. Basketball season has begun for the 7th and 8th grade boys and girls. We have fantastic coaches to help us practice and teach us techniques. At the end of the month, we’re looking forward to Catholic Schools Week which is filled with games, activities and reflection. The theme is “A+ for America Catholic Schools,” and it’ll be a great way to start the 2011 year. crafted ornaments which were sold at our Christmas boutique. Our 6th graders had a wonderful visit to Hancock Park Convalescent Home. They entertained the elderly by singing Christmas carols and distributing cards and wreaths they had made. Students showed their generous spirit by donating toys which were picked up by the Hollywood firefighters and will be given to needy children. Our Christmas Concert was a great success and enjoyed by all our families in front of the whole school! After the break there is a lot to look forward to! The 2nd graders are running a book drive to collect books for donation to school libraries that barely have any books at all. The whole school gets to take part in Book Spree, a shopping zone set up in the auditorium, where students can purchase books plus little toys, erasers, pencils, key chains, candy and other fun things! The 4th graders will lead a gently used coat drive to give to families in need this winter. The 5th graders will start the year preparing for their play!

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Pilgrim School series welcomes artists, writers It began modestly with Pilgrim School English and creative writing teacher Charlotte Innes, a writer and poet, inviting fellow poets to visit her classroom. “The kids loved it… they were rapt,” said Toni Devito, director of development and alumni. “So this year we decided to expand it to include visiting artists.” The writers’ visits are open to the public, since they are typically held in large public spaces at the school, said Devito. “Visiting artists work with students at different lev-

Libraries (Continued from page 25) Teen Council Meeting meets on Thurs., Jan. 27 at 4 p.m. Ongoing Computer Comfort Class: Tuesdays at 2 p.m. Chess club: All ages and levels are welcome on Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m. Toddler Storytime meets on Fridays at 10 a.m. WILSHIRE LIBRARY 149 N. St. Andrews Place 323-957-4550 StudentSmart: ACT practice test administered by Princeton Review on Sat., Jan. 15 at 10 a.m. Teen Council Meeting: Meet to discuss dvds, cds, graphic novels and great books on Thurs., Jan. 27 from 4 to 5 p.m. StudentSmart: ACT practice test follow-up with results from Jan. 15 practice test on Fri., Jan. 28 at 4 p.m. Ongoing Storytime with Sybil: Kids ages 3 to 5 can bring their parents and grandparents to listen to stories and sing songs on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.

els, but if someone is interested in attending, we’ll try to accommodate them.” Upcoming events include a sampling of short animated films by Pilgrim secondary students on Wed., Jan. 12 in the Brown Family Fine Arts Center. Cecilia Woloch, author of five collections of poems and a lecturer in the creative writing program at USC, visits on Thurs., Jan. 13. Fifth graders will study plein air techniques with landscape artist Mary-Austin Klein on a field trip to Eaton Canyon in

Pasadena on Fri., Jan. 21. Michael Massenburg, a painter and mixed media and collage artist who specializes in African American imagery will be at the school Tues., Jan. 25 through Thurs., Jan. 27.

Puppet-maker and performance artist Jamie Kim will perform a traditional Korean folk tale with live music, followed by a puppet workshop on Wed., Feb. 2 in The Fine Arts Center.

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JOHN BURROUGHS By Christopher Escobar 8th Grade Our orchestra class has been rehearsing since September for their winter concert. Our new orchestra teacher, Mr. Dent, had students playing the violin, flute, piano, drums and more. Crystal Velez, a violin player in the orchestra, said that students played Christmas songs along with classical and cultural songs. The concert had a great turn out—parents and students enjoyed their time listening to joyful music. Another activity going on at JB is Los Angeles TeamWorks, an after-school mentoring program with kids from grades 6th through 8th. Our school is lucky enough to have been adopted by mentors from Comcast Entertainment, Marlborough School and UCLA. TeamWorks students recently went on a free field trip to Loyola Marymount University whre they enjoyed the morning participating in teambuilding activities and the afternoon touring the campus.

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Pacific Hills opens art gallery, hosted book sale Gallery A, Pacific Hills School’s new art gallery, opened last month with a tribute to the 1960s. The space, at 8760 Holloway Dr., featured pictures of the Rolling Stones shot by photographer Philip Townsend, as well as the works of Frank Habitch, who documented the radical social change of the 60s on the streets of Paris and London. Gallery A will eventually feature the works of both students and artists side by side, giving students an opportunity to learn from and inhabit the world of professional art-

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IN NEW LOBBY. Cora Mutschler, Kingsley Manor resident; Jeffrey Kirschner, executive director, and Roberta Jacobsen, president, Front Porch Communities, admire donor wall.

Grant from Cohan daughter funds new Kingsley lobby In anticipation of Kingsley Manor’s 100th year in 2012, the retirement community is continuing its renovation projects at the 1055 N. Kingsley Dr. four-acre campus. “We have received the generous assistance of many of the residents,” said executive director Jeffrey Kirschner at the dedication of the new main entry lobby, gift shop and donor wall in November. Kirschner, Hancock Park, said funding for the new entry and lobby was the gift of the estate of Helen Cohan Carola, daughter of composer and Broadway star, George M. Cohan. Mrs. Carola, a past resident of Kingsley Manor, spent her final years at the community, so it was fitting that the new lobby area be dedicated in her memory, said Kirschner. Other major donors to both the Kingsley Manor Resident Assistance Fund and the 2nd Century Capital Fund, are also acknowledged on the new donor wall. Over the past five years,

Kingsley Manor has replaced all of its elevators, established meeting rooms, upgraded its main dining room, renovated its skilled nursing services and built a new library/communications center and Hollywoodstyle theatre Old wiring, cables, unused gas lines, outdated electrical services and plumbing were removed in order to restore the original look, including restoring and/or simulating original design elements of the ceiling, fixtures and reception areas. “We’re delighted with the results,” said Kirschner. “More important is the fact that residents and their family members can feel a sense of comfort and history in their home. Residents were actively involved in the planning, and in the fund-raising for the project, and have already set their sights on the next major improvement: a seniors’ fitness center,” he added. Funding for the projects has come from resident gifts, with

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Jewelry store hosts fundraiser for L.A. Zoo

AT THE RECEPTION for Los Angeles Zoo supporters were Jeryl Bowers, Windsor Square and Laurie Stoneman, Hancock Park. Photo by George Stoneman

Los Angeles Zoo volunteers and patrons recently attended a reception at the Buccellati Salon in Beverly Hills to celebrate the opening of the Elephants of Asia exhibit. The Italy-headquartered jewelry store’s owner Lucrezia Buccellati donated 20 percent of sales for two weeks to the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association (GLAZA). The $42 million, six-acre habitat has features dedicated to elephant health and welfare including bathing pools, sandy hills, varied topography and facilities capable of caring for elephants of all ages.

Orphanage Guild funds Maryvale The Los Angeles Orphanage Guild recently presented a check for $200,000 to Maryvale, a residential and treatment facility at a luncheon at the Four Seasons Hotel. Maryvale serves girls ages of six to 17 years, who have been wounded by sexual and physical abuse, neglect and abandonment, and often suffer from the effects of numerous failed placements in foster and other group home facilities.

Hope-Net benefit Artist Jad Najjar will auction a painting at his home, 543 N. Beachwood Dr., to benefit Hope-Net food pantries on Sun., Jan. 16 from 4 to 7 p.m.

Miss Lilly’s cookies lure slew of Larchmontians to Saks On Dec. 2nd Larchmontians migrated en masse to Saks Fifth Avenue to support St. Vincent’s Meals on Wheels and help Bebe Flynn launch Miss Lilly’s Trading Company at the Beverly Hills store. With 10 percent of the proceeds going to St. Vincent’s, the usual suspects joined SVMW’s auxiliary Cuisine à Roulettes in snatching up armloads of tins of Miss Lilly’s scrumdiddlyumtious gourmet cookies and hauling them home for the holidays in sacks from Saks. “He’s volunteering in the St. Vincent’s kitchen five mornings a week,” Meals on Wheels director of annual giving Daryl Twerdahl told husband Jim as Robert Nelson waffled past under a mountain of cookie tins with a little help from Van Broughton Ramsey. “This year’s holiday gifts,” Nelson grinned. Sporting Miss Lilly’s Polo shirts for the juvenile set were: Nick Worsoe (with mom and dad Regis and Johannes Worsoe) and the Nelson sisters, Lilly Bea and Grace (with parents Kelley and Bill Nelson). So while the erstwhile grownups enjoyed their martinis and mini-burgers, the young folks munched on mini-eskimo pies and vanilla shakes. Other luminescent Larchmonteratti among the minions were: SV Meals on Wheels founder and executive director, Sister Mary Alice Quinn; Cuisine a Roulettes president Cathie White;

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Miss Lilly's lure slew to Saks (Continued from page 34) cluded Patte and Jim Inman, Estelita and Lars Roos, Patricia Ward Kelly, Alan Bloch and Nancy Berman. Other holiday events around the town included the Ebell luncheon on Dec. 1st, cochaired by Dia Schuldenfrei and her daughter Angelique Campen. More than 300 guests shopped, lunched and shopped some more while the Ebell Chorale sang and the holiday spirits flowed. Proceeds went to the Ebell Historic Preservation Fund.

*** Upstairs in the Ebell fine arts auditorium on Dec. 3rd and 4th the Society Players performed old–time radio plays to raise money for LA’S Best (after school enrichment for 28,000 public school children). Among those celebrating before, during and after the shows were: Cathy and Wayne Saldana, Sandy and Bill Boeck, Ramona and John Selby, Kate Nunes, Mary Wilson, Vincent DePaul, Denee Frey Marson, Society Players artistic director Patricia Rye and SP presi-

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Greek chorus cast in ‘Group: A Musical’; detective mystery spoofed How many psychotherapy problems can you fit in one musical? Group: A Musical with book, music and lyrics by Adam Emperor Southard, arrangements and additional music by Josh Allan Dykstra, attempts to answer that question. Dr. Allen (Isaac Wade) an earnest but misguided therapist, has brought a group of disparate characters together for an experiment in musical group therapy where you sing for your absolution. And this angst–filled group has some heavy duty crises to absolve ranging from rape to coming out of the closet to acceptance of a terminal disease to infidelity and more.

With three musicians on stage as a musical Greek chorus, the characters sing their way through a folk and indie rock score that has some interesting numbers, but, for the most part, never rises above a repetitive melodic strain. Following the current trend of mental illness set to music (i.e. “Next to Normal”), there is so much emotion attached to this show that by the second act you lose empathy for these characters. A simple case of agoraphobia or kleptomania would have been a welcome respite. The young cast is earnest and well–meaning but the voices are uneven. Director Richard Tatum

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has allowed the emotion level to go off the charts Theater so that what Review could have been by moving becomes Patricia tedious. There Foster Rye are some laughs, and at times, the play is engaging, but this group needs to go back for some more treatment. World premiere Jan. 13, plays through Jan. 29, The Powerhouse Theatre, 3116 2nd St., Santa Monica. 3 Stars *** Bulldog Drummond was a well–known British fictional character of the 1920s and ‘30s in a series of books by Herman Cyril McNeile that eventually were adapted for films, radio and television. He was a war hero turned private detective who was the prototype for many larger than life characters to follow. In Bullshot Crummond and The Invisible Bride of Death author Ron House has attempted a spoof where the laughs are few and far between because most of the gags are too unfunny and

too old (an earlier incarnation was produced in 1972). The clichéd (even for a spoof) plot is complicated. Villain Otto Von Bruno (Christian Rummel) and his femme fatale companion Lenya (Katie Boeck) have purloined an invisibility formula in order to steal the crown jewels and destroy England. The action moves to Morocco to involve terrorists and cut throats. Remember cut throats? It’s up to Bullshot Crummond (Oliver Muirhead) and his bride Rosemary (Anastasia Roussel) to foil the plot. Jokes that aren’t funny

the first time are repeated, sight gags that are groaners abound. Congratulations and commiserations to the valiant cast. The play especially comes alive when Rodger Bumpass (voice of Squidward Tentacles on “Spongebob Squarepants”) joins the action. He plays a variety of roles with an inspired zaniness, the best of which is British Railway Conductor. What we consider funny today is vastly different from what made us laugh in past decades. Bullshot would have been better left in the archives than resurrected in this un-amusing sequel. Through Jan. 16, WhitmoreLindley Theatre, 11006 Magnolia Blvd., North Hollywood, 800-595-4849.

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Pizza, burgers 'n brew alongside seafood soup are on the menu a wreath on your head if you order it medium rare. Here at the Golden State, they take their hamburger seriously. But that isn’t the only item on the menu at 426 N. Fairfax Ave. In addition to several vegetarian options, The Golden State offers an array of tasty wieners, an exciting selection of Scoops Gelato, and a rotating beer list showcasing some of California’s finest hand-crafted brews. Among the non-regular menu items, I suggest the Friday night special: beer-battered fish and chips. *** Hirozen Gourmet is one of those little Japanese restaurants that used to be a neighborhood secret before the advent of the Internet, and in a

Photographic art exposition at Santa Monica auditorium Celebrating its 20th anniversary, photo l.a. 2011 brings photography dealers from around the globe together for four days at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, 1855 Main St., Fri., Jan. 14 through Mon., Jan. 17. Billed as the longest running and largest photo-based art fair in the country with more than 10,000 attendees, the exposition’s dealers will display contemporary photography, video and multi-media installations along with masterworks from the 19th century. Joining photo l.a. will be artLA, a citywide program of installations, exhibitions, seminars and conversations with artists in all media. This year, an additional 7,000

square foot tented canopy entrance at the auditorium will provide space for sculpture, installations, book signings and seating. In addition to a bookstore, seating area, café, coffee bar and cupcake corner is a new VIP balcony lounge and video viewing area. A benefit preview reception for the Wallis Annenberg Dept. of Photography at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art is on Thurs., Jan. 13 from 6 to 9 p.m. Programming includes off site events, collecting seminars as well as lectures with Uta Barth, Lyle Ashton Harris, Michael Light, Andrew Moore, David Taylor and others. For more information go to photola.com.

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John Lithgow’s “Stories by Heart,” a one-man theatrical memoir, will open the Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum’s 2011 season on Jan. 5. The show runs through Feb. 13. Lithgow is a Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe award-winner with numerous Broadway credits who has appeared in more than 30 films. His show, which traces his roots as an actor and storyteller, intersperses his own stories with two classic short stories that were read to him when he was a child. For tickets call 213628-2772 or go online at CenterTheatreGroup.org.

The Los Angeles Master Chorale will present “London Bridges,” an all-British program conducted by music director Grant Gershon, on Sun., Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. at Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Ave. The program includes John Tavener’s “Song for Athene,” William Byrd’s “Four-Part Mass,” Benjamin Britten’s “Missa Brevis in D,” and Vaughan Williams’ “Five English Folk Songs.” Tickets start at $19. For tickets and information, call 213-972-7282 or visit www.lamc.org.

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Wellington, New Zealand’s capital deserves top five-star rating some destination recommendations to you! Wellington, New Zealand, was recently selected as one of the Top 5 Destination Cities in the world, and I had the chance to verify that in late November. I traveled there courtesy of Air New Zealand to co-host the “Good Morning” show, a gig I ordinarily do via satellite from here in Los Angeles. From the first indulgences at the Koru Loung at LAX to the impeccable service and comfy

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Nelson Aspen and china followed by emerging onto the tarmac to bask in their springtime weather. National pride is everywhere in New Zealand...as it should be. Windy Wellington, the capital, is a tiny city with more restaurants and cafes per capita than anywhere else in the world. Its hub is the scenic harbor, clean enough for swimming and more colorful than a picture postcard. The architecture is a cunning mixture of old and new, with art abounding and a first-rate museum as its stunning centerpiece. (Ever wonder where the world’s largest squid is housed? Wonder no more!) Stay at the Museum Hotel across the street. It offers comfortable accommodations with dramatic, original artwork adorning the walls, and you’re in a prime location for all the best local activities. It didn’t take long for me to liken Wellington to its obvious

“sister cities,” San Francisco and Manhattan. But if you’re a seasoned traveler, you may also recognize some chic dashes of Melbourne or Dublin. To enjoy a promenade or a run, there is a long loop around the harbor creating a breathtaking course. I marveled at how immaculate and tame even the seagulls managed to be amidst their metropolitan environs. The city’s surrounding landscape’s “storybook” appeal was not lost on their favorite son, filmmaker Peter Jackson, who shot his “Lord of the Rings” trilogy there. There’s nationwide excitement for his upcoming “Hobbit” series, which will continue to bring recognition and revenue to the area. I had a private tour of his Park Road post-production facilities which have revitalized the suburbs, and they are technically and architecturally stunning. Hollywood would (and should) be jealous. Like most urban places, the diversity of the population is reflected in its food. When you’re ready to skip the haute

cuisine, it’s easy to find familiar faves...fast food, Thai, sushi and pizza (good luck finding Mexican, though). Combine all that Wellington has to offer with the excitement of its unpredictable but usually agreeable weather and you might just want to make it your home base while in New Zealand. That worked well for me as I worked each weekday from “Good Morning’s” cavernous Avalon Studios. It was stimulating to mix it up with my co-hosts on the couch as well as participate in cooking and crafts segments, panel discussions, celebrity interviews...even demonstrate pet care, fitness routines and musical performances. Waiting to be explored are upscale shopping boutiques, bungee jumping, kayaking, abundant pristine beaches, scuba and snorkeling, nightclubs, concerts and plays. And that’s just this one city! I had a whole other mini-adventure on the South Island of NZ, just because of the happenstance of being named “Nelson."

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Baker’s new show has magic strings More than 100 puppets will be performing in “Magic Strings” at the Bob Baker Marionette Theater, 1345 W. First St., beginning Sat., Jan. 22. The hour-long show features puppet horses frolicking on an old-fashioned merry-go-round, a rollerskating opera diva, a marionette Day at the Circus and a grand finale celebrating America. After the performance, guests are invited to have refreshments in the Party Room. Show times are Tuesdays through Fridays at 10:30 a.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Tickets cost $15. For more information, call 213- 250-9995.

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Following is the first in a two-part travelogue. Next month, the writer visits the island city of Nelson. There’s no doubt that one of the perks of my job as an international journalist is the opportunity to occasionally visit my colleagues for location stories. While these may usually play out for the humor of having an American “fish out of water,” they’re always fun and fascinating tourist times and a chance to pass on

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Remake of a John Wayne favorite charms, ‘Fighter’ triumphs True Grit (9/10): Jeff Bridges and 13-year-old newcomer Hailee Steinfeld are as good or better than 1969’s John Wayne and Kim Darby, in this film that disdains contractions á la Damon Runyon. The characters’ manner of speaking is one of the film’s many charms. But to advertise Josh Brolin as the third lead when he’s onscreen for probably less than three minutes borders on fraud. Even so, this is a movie so good that time passes without your knowing it. The Fighter (9/10): Boxing is an anachronistic remnant of gladiators, so movies about them are generally deplorable. But this, based on a true story of real people, is not your typical boxing movie. Shot in 33 days in Lowell, Mass., spectacular performances by Christian Bale, Mark Wahlberg, Melissa Leo, and the luscious Amy Adams make this wonderfully involving. The end credits are shown over a clip of the real people portrayed by Wahlberg and Bale which shows the remarkable similarity between Bale’s performance and the real person. How Do You Know (8/10): Terrific performances by Paul Rudd and Owen Wilson highlight this romantic comedy that

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Tony Medley rivals the best of the past. Reese Witherspoon gives a perfect, Doris Day-type performance as the woman in the middle. As if that isn’t enough, thrown in are delightful supporting turns by Jack Nicholson, and Kathryn Hahn. Black Swan (7/10): This is a horror film that defames the world of ballet, containing a graphic lesbian scene of oral sex and also graphic scenes of violence. While involving, this is not an easy film to watch, despite fine performances by Natalie Portman, Vincent Cassel, and Barbara Hershey. The King’s Speech (7/10): Notwithstanding Guy Pearce’s misleading representation of abdicating King Edward VIII as outgoing and self-confident, and Timothy Spall’s mystifying, wholly inaccurate interpretation of Winston Churchill as an unsmiling, unappealing grump, director Tom Hopper gets magnificent performances

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by Colin Firth and Geoffrey Rush in this little–known story of the courage of King George VI assuming the throne despite a debilitating speech stammer. Faster (7/10): The Rock (the movie star sometimes known as Duane Johnson) is back! The performances are all very good, especially Johnson who has yet to disappoint me. The story line, which includes a theme of moral renascence of forgiveness and redemption, is elevated above what one generally gets in the action film genre. Even so, it’s a film with quite a bit of violence that will probably appeal to guys a lot more than gals. The Chronicles of narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader (6/10): Disney walked after the second in the series, “Prince Caspian,” made only half the money of the first, so Fox stepped in and picked it up. The 3D, while very well done, was pretty much wasted on me. After a few minutes you forget it’s in 3D, but the special effects are spectacular. While the fantasy is entertaining, it dragged even though it’s 20 minutes shorter than “Prince Caspian.” The Tourist (3/10): Who woulda thought that you could concoct a recipe including heartthrobs Johnny Depp and Angelina Jolie, supporting actors like Paul Bettany, Timothy Dalton, and Rufus Sewell, all directed by Florian

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Design talk covers Rheinstein’s book Suzanne Rheinstein discussed her new book, “At Home: A Style for Today with Things from the Past” at a Designer Lecture Series sponsored by the Pacific Design Center in December. Rheinstein told the group

she grew up surrounded by people and places that early on inspired her love of “things from the past.” The book takes the reader on a personal tour through six of her design projects including two of her own homes: her

Windsor Square home and her New York City pied-a-terre. The Windsor Square resident opened her antiques and designers’ studio named Hollyhock on Larchmont Blvd. in the 1980s. Hollyhock is now at 927 N. La Cienega Blvd.

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Application deadline January 31 for preservation awards Applications for the L.A. Conservancy’s 30th annual Preservation Awards are being accepted through 5 p.m. on Mon., Jan. 31. Winners will be selected by an independent jury of architects, historic preservationists and community developers. Awards will be given at a luncheon in May during National Preservation Month. Past winners were honored for sensitive restoration and adaptive reuse projects, to groundbreaking advocacy and education efforts. Recipients have included Griffith Observatory, the Hollywood Palladium, Malibu Pier and the Art Deco Eastern Columbia building. To be eligible, projects must have been completed by Dec. 31 of the previous year and be located in L.A. County. Construction projects may be commercial, residential, or institutional. Historic landscape projects, as well as contributions to preservation education or program development are also encouraged. To apply visit laconservancy. org.

works, personal connections, and community involvement, brings benefits such as reduced isolation, career connections and neighborhood safety. What Rogers and her team’s work suggests is that it is these benefits—facilitated by living in a walkable community—that enhance an individual’s quality of life. For their main study, the authors selected two municipalities in the state of New Hampshire. Ten neighborhoods were chosen in each of the cities and a total of 700 residents took part in the survey. They were asked about the number of locations they could walk to in their community to assess the level of walkability, as well as their trust in the local community, participation in community activities and socializing with friends—all measures of social capital. On the whole, the more walkable neighborhoods scored higher on every measure of social capital than the less walkable neighborhoods. The authors found that individuals in more walkable neighborhoods tended to have higher levels of trust and community involvement, whether that was working on a community project, attending a neighborhood meeting, volunteering, or simply entertaining friends at home. Residents in the more walkable neighborhoods also reported being in good health and happy more often than those in the less walkable neighborhoods. The authors conclude: “Walkability has been linked to quality of life in other studies. Walkability may also enhance social capital by providing the means and locations for individuals to connect, share information, and interact with those that they might not otherwise meet. The links we found between walkability and measures of social capital in this study provide further evidence for the consideration of social capital as a key component of quality of life.”

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Art Deco Society plans 1920s casino night The Art Deco Society of Los Angeles will bring a 1920’s casino to life on Sat., Feb. 5 at the Los Angeles Athletic Club, 431 W. Seventh St., beginning at 7 p.m. Inspired by the HBO series "Boardwalk Empire," purchase a Prohibition-era cocktail and

enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres at Casino Moderne. The Club, founded in 1880, was the city’s first private club when Los Angeles was a town of only 11,000 people. The initiation fee was $5, and monthly dues were $1. LAAC’s first gymnasium

equipment consisted of a trapeze, flying rings, long horse, Indian clubs and dumbbells. Early members excelled at gymnastics, boxing, handball, and velocipede (tall bicycle) racing. For reservations call 310-659-3326; $50 for members; $55 for non-members.

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Black Dahlia unsolved murder is traced on tour Learn about the Black Dahlia murder and what it was like to be a single woman in 1940s Los Angeles during an Esotouric Bus Tour Sat., Jan 8 from noon to 4 p.m. Explore Elizabeth Short’s life from 1946 to her unsolved slaying 67 years ago this month via an examination of police investigation and news coverage. The tour begins at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel at Fifth and Olive. where the Massachusetts woman went after checking her bags at the bus terminal. Head to the Examiner newspaper offices, where a female city editor spun

the murder of the 22-yearold for weeks, and finally to Leimert Park where her body was discovered cut in two. Possible suspects are discussed and a cosmetics historian will explore her gothstyle make-up and what it possibly meant during the more common girl-next-door look of the day. The weekend continues with Raymond Chandler’s Los Angeles on Sun., Jan. 9. Cost is $58 per person, or $45 for the noir weekend pass. Visit esotouric.com or call 323-223-2767 for more information and tours.

New zipcars in Hollywood available on hourly basis Ten Zipcars have been added tions of Hollywood Blvd. and in Hollywood to complement Western Ave.; Wilcox Ave. and the more than 60 Zipcars cur- Sunset Blvd.; Highland Ave. rently located near universi- and Yucca St. and Hollywood ties including Loyola Mary- Blvd. and Ivar Ave. mount, Occidental College, Gas, reserved parking spots, insurance, roadside assistance USC and UCLA. The car-sharing company and up to 180 miles per day are includprovides ed in the automobile hourly and rentals billdaily Zipcar able by the rates. Cars hour or day can be reto members served for who sign up an hour or for the serfor up to vice. four days. "By exRates panding the THE MAYOR announced the city's start at $8 partnership partnership with Zipcar. per hour between and $66 Zipcar and The City of Los Angeles, we per day on weekdays and $9 are providing a viable alterna- per hour and $72 per day on tive to car ownership, which weekends. will reduce the city's traffic Zipcar will help reduce congestion and improve our Hollywood’s carbon footprint, air quality," said Mayor Anto- since each shared car takes 15 privately owned vehicles off nio Villaraigosa. Zipcar will have five areas the road. Also, vehicle miles where two cars will be located traveled per driver is said to in Hollywood, including lo- be reduced almost 50 percent cations on Vine St. between when car owners switch to car Sunset Blvd. and Selma Ave., sharing. as well as at the intersec- Visit www.zipcar.com/la.

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By Suzan Filipek Legacy Partner’s five-story Art Deco-style apartment building at 5550 Wilshire at Miracle Mile boasts units with modern touches and penthouse views. Since the 163-unit mixeduse development opened at the end of October leases have been brisk, said building man-

ager Paul Chambers. “We have a product that appeals to a certain type of lifestyle. We’re in an urban setting, close to Hollywood, the Grove, shopping, museums.” Rents at the jointly owned GID Windsor development start at $2,300 for a one-bedroom, 820-square foot unit. Amenities include walk-in

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BUILDING MANAGER Paul Chambers in the community indoor lounge. Outdoor terraces feature panorama views, below.

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Art curators to weigh impact of street art on cities Zocalo Public Square will answer the question “How Does Street Art Humanize Cities?” at its Thurs., Jan. 13 meeting at 7 p.m. at the Fowler Museum at UCLA. The discussion will be moderated by Jori Finkel, arts writP R I VAT E M O R TG A G E B A N K I N G er for the Los Angeles Times. Patrick Polk, Fowler Mu-

seum curator; Aaron Rose, co-curator of the Museum of Contemporary Art’s street art exhibit; street artist Retna, and Man One, artist and curator, comprise the panel. Spray-painted initials and massive murals are forcing cities to consider what art is acceptable, said a Zocalo

spokesman. The event will also feature street photographs by Larry Yust of Hancock Park. Location is on the school’s north campus, Sunset Blvd. at Westwood Plaza. Parking is $10 in lot 4. For more information go to Zocalopublicsquare.org.

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WEIGHT, WIRE, SWAY: LOS ANGELES is the title of a group art show at Keller Williams Larchmont, 118 N. Larchmont Blvd., on Sat., Jan. 29 from 7 to 11 p.m. The show explores interpretations of the L.A. urban experience featuring works by Melissa Meier, Mark Brosmer, Mark Brunner and Leopoldo Pena, whose work is pictured above. The free event is open to the public and includes complimentary cocktails, appetizers and live jazz.

Society honors Hugh Hefner for saving historic Hollywood sign More than 150 attendees joined the Los Angeles City Historical Society as it honored Hugh Hefner, Christy McAvoy, Kevin Roderick and J. Eric Lynxweiler at its annual holiday dinner at the First Congregational Church in December. Hefner accepted his Honorary Life Membership in the Society in recognition of his support in preserving the Hollywood Sign. The Playboy Magazine founder donated the final $1 million needed to preserve 138 acres behind the film capital's most famous visual symbol. "For me," he said, accepting the award, "it's a great personal thing, because the movies fueled my dreams when I was a kid. Without the dreams," he added, "life is meaningless." “Mr. Hefner stepped up and generously saved the sign,” said Todd Gaydowski, Society president. “We are extremely gratified at his generosity and understanding of the significance of the Hollywood Sign in the cultural and historical memory of current city residents, and its role as a symbol and beacon to all who would come to this city to seek a new life.” Christy McAvoy, found-

er and director of The Historic Resources Group, and one-time Larchmont Chronicle columnist, received the David G. Cameron Preservation Award in recognition of her decades of leadership in historic preservation. LA Observed editor J. Kevin Roderick and historian J. Eric Lynxweiler received the Thomas Owen History Award for their book, “Wilshire Boulevard: Grand Concourse of Los Angeles.” Los Angeles County Supervisor Mark Ridley Thomas, City Councilman Tom LaBonge and historian Catherine Mulholland, granddaughter of William Mulholland, the city engineer who built the Los Angeles Aqueduct, were among the guests and dignitaries who saluted Hefner and the other awardees. Journalist and art writer Suzanne Muchnic spoke about her work as an art critic for the Los Angeles Times and other publications.

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rate the walls of a movie theater, which will soon feature theme nights. Rock-climbing art and TV screens decorate a two-story fitness center with cardio and strength training equipment. Residents can unwind in dry sauna and steam rooms in the men’s and women’s locker rooms. Pets are welcome. Rents are $2,797 to $5,374 for two bedrooms; $4,583 to $6,944 for three bedrooms and $3,302 to $5,420 for penthouses.

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Clark mining fortune leads to library for rare book collection Long before the William Andrews Clark Memorial Library was known for its vast collection of rare books and manuscripts, the building was the estate of William Andrews Clark, Jr., son of Montana senator William Andrews Clark, who had made his fortune mining in the Southwest. After inheriting his father’s fortune, Clark settled in the West Adams district where he acquired numerous adjoining lots until he owned a city block along West Adams Blvd. With a passion for books— which resulted in a collection that’s considered the most extensive of its kind—Clark was prompted to build a library. He hired architect Robert Farquhar, who designed an English villa with a library built of terra-cotta-colored brick. The design also features low-pitched tile roofs on both sides of the main entrance and a fountain and reflecting pool. Today the Clark Library is considered one of the most extensive of its kind for British literature and history from the English Civil War through the reign of George II. Many of its collections are only rivaled by the British Library, especially its literary collections, which include literary giants John Dryden, John Milton,

ID is required to register. The collections are non-circulating and may be consulted only within the library build-

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LIBRARY of rare books and manuscripts is said to be the most comprehensive of its kind.

Daniel Defoe, Jonathan Swift, Alexander Pope, Henry Fielding and Aphra Behn. The Clark Library also has substantial collections of music books and songs, scores, and musicology printed before 1750; ballad and comic operas; the edited works of Purcell, Handel and their contemporaries in England; and a collection of manuscript anthems, hymns, and incidental music assembled by Theodore Finney. The library’s most valuable collection—considered the most comprehensive of its kind in the world—is the work by and relating to Oscar Wilde.

Clark originally purchased Wilde manuscripts from Wilde’s son, Vyvyan Holland, among others. Today, the collection includes photographs, original portraits, caricatures, playbills, and news cuttings. The library also features books and manuscripts of Wilde’s literary circle and the decadent and modernist movements of the 1890s, including editions of William Butler Yeats. The Clark Library at 2520 Cimarron St., is open to readers Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., holidays excepted. No appointment is necessary, but a photo

L.A. City College students held a press conference last month asking an end to the use of coal on campus. They also asked the chancellor of Los Angeles City College District, Dr. Daniel LaVista, to advocate the L.A. Dept. of Water and Power to pursue an aggressive time line to cease purchasing from all stations that are coal-powered. “We’re out here to ask the administration to commit to a coal–free future at LACC and to demonstrate our support for moving the entire city off coal as soon as possible,” said Carlos Hernandez, president of the Beyond Coal Campaign. The school is already a leader with green building initiatives and small-scale renewable energy projects, added Hernandez. “As long as a large portion of our power comes from coal, we are still dependent on dirty, old technology.” LACC receives most of its power from the LADWP grid,

39 percent of which is generated by coal-fired power plants. The LADWP is currently debating its Integrated Resource Plan, which will dictate how the City will get energy for the next 20 years. LACC students have been working along side the Sierra Club’s national Beyond Coal campaign to ensure LADWP is completely coal-free by 2020. “We have a choice as to how long we want to continue creating negative impacts of dirty energy,” stated Michael Farrell, LACC geography professor. The demonstration included more than 300 paper pinwheels built by the several student clubs around campus calling attention to potential renewable energy resources in Southern California. “We wanted to highlight how much fantastic renewable energy potential there is in Southern California,” said Hernandez.

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Holocaust survivor's art; car collectors talk, Ice Age blog at Excavatrix LOS ANGELES MUSEUM OF THE HOLOCAUST— Czech commercial designer Erich Lichtblau-Leskly drew comics that depicted life while incarcerated at Theresienstadt (Terezin). To protect himself he and his wife cut the art works into pieces. After the war they were pieced together and are on view along with re-created watercolors done by the artist in Israel during the 1950s and 1960s when he changed his name to Eli Leskly. Through April. The museum houses the West Coast's largest archive of documents, relics and other materials from the Holocaust, 1933-1945. Tours daily. Always free. Pan Pacific Park, 100 S. The Grove Dr., 323-651-3704; lamoth.org. CRAFT AND FOLK ART MUSEUM—"A Marriage of Craft and Design: The Work of Evelyn and Jerome Ackerman" opens Sun., Jan 23. The artistdesigners' 62-year collaboration helped shape “Mid-Century California Modernism.” "Crossing the Line: A Space by Tanya Aguiñiga" opens

GRIM LIFE IN A concentration camp during World War II was satirized by artist and Holocaust survivor Erich Leskly.

Sun., Jan. 23 in an evironment crafted entirely from yarn and custom-built furniture. A reception for both exhibits will take place on Sat., Jan., 29, from 6 to 9 p.m. 5814 Wilshire Blvd., 323937-4230; cafam.org. LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART—"India's Fabled City: The Art of Courtly Lucknow" features art from the Lucknow court, which flourished in the 18th and

19th centuries. Ends Feb. 27. • "Steve Wolfe on Paper" employs Pop Art style with trompe l'oeil. Ends Feb. 20. • "William Eggleston: Democratic Camera—Photographs and Video, 1961–2008" ends Jan. 16. • "Blinky Palermo: Retrospective 1964–1977" of abstract paintings, ends Jan. 16. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., 323-8576000; lacma.org. PETERSEN AUTOMO-

TIVE MUSEUM— Learn what makes collectors tick during "Professional Perspectives on Automotive Collecting" Tues., Jan. 11 at 7:30 p.m. Panelists are McKeel Hagerty of Hagerty Insurance Agency, David Gooding, president of Gooding & Co. auction house, and collector Mike Malamut, owner of Vespa of California. RSVP at 323-9646347 or cdrescher@ petersen.org • "NHRA: Sixty Years of Thunder" features the history of the National Hot EXHIBITS RECEPTION set at CAFAM. Rod Association." Above, a recent opening in the courtyard. Ends May 29. • "Automotivat903-2277; petersen.org ed: Streamlined Fashion and KOREAN CULTURAL CENAutomobiles" includes Chanel, TER—Art, films, performancNina Ricci and others from es and more are featured at the collection of the Phoenix the site. Art Museum. Ends Jan. 23. 5505 Wil-shire Blvd., 323• "Margie and Robert E. 936-7141. www.kccla.org Petersen: Driven to Collect" PAGE MUSEUM AT THE ends February. LA BREA TAR PITS—Exhib• 6060 Wilshire Blvd., 323(Please turn to page 10)

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(Continued from page 9) its feature area fossil finds of Ice Age life 10,000 to 40,000 years ago, when saber-toothed cats and giant sloths ruled. Check out the latest findings at the blog, The Excavatrix. 5801 Wil-shire Blvd., 323934-PAGE; tarpits.org ZIMMER CHILDREN'S MUSEUM—Make banners for the new year on Sun., Jan. 2. Other drop-in Sunday workshops from 2:30 to 4 p.m. are making shiny Imagination Catchers Jan. 9. Celebrate the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Jan. 16 by creating garlands of hearts and doves to put on our front doors. In honor of Tu

B’shvat celebrate the birthday of the trees Jan. 23 making seed packets, and craft little houses for your hopes and dreams Jan. 30. 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 100; 323-761-8984, www.zimmermuseum.org.

Road Movies to screen at LACMA The anti-establishment 1969 landmark "Easy Rider" will be screened at LACMA in the Bing Theater at 5:30 p.m. on Sat., Jan. 8. "Zabriskie Point," shot on location in Death Valley, follows at 7:30 p.m., as part of the The Golden Age of Road Movies program.

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Traffic diverters aid in establishing bike paths By Steven Armstrong Guest columnist Last month, the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) installed the last shared lane markings (sharrows) on Fourth St., completing a project aimed at improving safety along the 3.6 mile bike route. But “sharrows” only constitute a small part of a proposal that, if given enough community support, could see the entire length of Fourth St. between Hoover and Cochran become the city’s SHARROWS, top street markings, are part of a proposal that could first bicycle boulevard. The LADOT Bike see some of Fourth St. become the city’s first bicycle boulevard. Program is working with can enjoy their neighborhood the Los Angeles County Bicycle traffic flow. in peace and safety. In the end, the idea is to Coalition and Councilmember Tom LaBonge to spearhead transform Fourth Street into If you have ideas about the the campaign to transform 4th a multimodal street that pro- kind of improvements you Street into a bicycle boulevard. tects the community’s most would like to see on Fourth Though new to L.A. residents, vulnerable residents, creating St., you can share them with the bicycle boulevard concept a greener, more vibrant space Councilman Tom LaBonge at has already been implemented where children and the elderly 213-485-3337. in other U.S. cities, and with much success. While opponents raise concerns about traffic disruption, proponents point to existing bicycle boulevards in cities like Berkeley and Portland, contending that a Fourth Street bicycle boulevard will create a better environment for bicyclists, pedestrians, and motorists alike, improving safety, building a stronger sense of community, increasing green space, and raising property values. Evidence of the latter can be found in a study that compared two neighboring communities—one that installed traffic diverters after a child was killed by a speeding cutthrough motorist, and one that did not. Within a year, property values in the first community rose five percent above those in the second community, and a full 30 percent 13 years later. Traffic diverters—devices that discourage cut-through traffic—are the primary features of all successful bicycle boulevards. Other important features include speed-moderating devices, markings to ensure bicycle boulevard visibility, and intersection treatments that allow cyclists and pedestrians to cross major streets safely. Improving traffic flow LADOT is already upgrading loop detectors at Fourth St. intersections to ensure traffic signals change for waiting bicyclists just as they do for waiting motorists. But subsequent bicycle boulevard improvements will be more visible. Some proposals call for the construction of roundabouts at problem intersections, replacing dangerous four-way stops with landscaped traffic circles, increasing safety and green space, and improving

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Lanni presents ideas to promote bicycle use in area The following letter is from Hancock Park resident Michael Lanni. Los Angeles has just adopted the 2010 bicycle plan, and it is the best yet. What does it mean to our neighborhood? Frankly, not that much, but as a city, it is a great step forward. The shift from cars to bicycles would have a great impact on traffic, parking, and overall health. The most impact would be from removing the local traffic from the streets so the crosstown traffic could flow more freely. However, planning for local safe, designated bicycle paths is a tremendous task yet to be accomplished. Given the immensity of this vast city that would take many years unless…. Unless each neighborhood plans its own unique bicycle plan to present to the city under city guidelines.

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We have neighborhood councils in place and we can form bicycle plan committees of interested citizens for the consideration of our community. We could produce a neighborhood map of safe quiet streets and main routes to provide families and schoolage children safe crossings of major streets and narrow strips of road. To get past the golf course and other large road blockages connecting bike pathways some attention has to be paid to the dangerous narrow streets. We can make our area the model for the city. The metro could put our local bike map up at the beginning bus stops into our area to guide cyclist safely through our neighborhoods. This is the model of the small towns in Holland, a haven for cyclists.

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Garden talks to focus on Chile plants, Kun Opera Plants of Chile and a style of opera enjoyed in private gardens will highlight discussion topics at The Huntington Botanical Gardens, 1151 Oxford Rd. in San Marino in January. Plants of Chile will highlight a garden talk and plant sale on Thurs., Jan. 13 at 2:30 p.m. Chile is home to habitats

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ranging from desert to temperate rainforest to alpine. Its Valle Central around Santiago is one of the five Mediterranean climate regions in the world. Kathy Musial, curator of living collections at The Huntington, will discuss the flora of this central region, including the spectacle known as

Joyce Dean, a floral designer, award-winning exhibitor and National Garden Club Flower Show judge, will be the guest speaker at the monthly meeting of the Los Angeles Garden Club on Mon., Jan. 10. The meeting begins at 9:30 a.m. in the Griffith Park Visi-

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Learn plant design at Payne Students in landscape architect Amy Nettleton’s three-part Native Plant Garden Design class will receive a sound foundation in design styles and process, the importance of sustainability and how to model a garden after patterns in nature. The classes are on Saturdays, Jan. 15 and 29, and Feb. 12 at the Theodore Payne Foundation, 10459 Tuxford St. in Sun Valley. Students will devise a base/

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Bring your Christmas tree to one of the city’s Recreation and Parks Dept.’s drop-off sites on Sun., Jan. 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and they’ll turn it into

made available for residents to use in their gardens. Ornaments, lights, tinsel and stand must be removed, and the tree may not protrude more than a foot above the top of the green bin. You can also call California Christmas Tree Recycling. For $25, CCTR will remove the tree from its stand, va-

cuum the floor and take the tree to a recycling center. A portion of the cost will benefit TreePeople, an environmental non-profit. Call 818-9861300. For more information on the city of L.A. Christmas tree drop-off and recycling program, visit san.lacity.org/treerecycle.htm.

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instructor at Otis College of Art, will lead botanical illustration classes in January at the Los Angeles County Arboretum, 301 N. Baldwin Ave. in Arcadia. Classes are Tuesdays Jan. 11 and 25, and Wednesdays Jan. 12 and 26, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays will focus on graphite pencil and Wednesdays on water color. Eysymontt has taught botanical illustration classes at the Arboretum since 1997 and is a fine arts graduate of Rochester Institute of Technology. Her classes will focus on “Quick sketching skills: getting the right angle before.” Cost for the series is $160 for members; $190 for nonmembers. To register, call 626-8214623 or send an e-mail to Jill. Berry@arboretum.org.

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stopper by adding colorful flowering bulbs on Sat., Jan. 22 at 10 a.m. Learn to choose the best bulbs for your garden, including repeat bloomers, natives vs. non-natives and species bulbs. Brown will also discuss creating a garden design, and naturalizing and caring for bulbs. On Sat., Jan 29, he’ll discuss choosing and planting spring bedding plants for maximum impact and lasting beauty at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call 818-790-3663 or go to descansogardens.org.

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TAKE A GUIDED WALK through Descanso’s Rose Garden at a class on Jan. 8.

Experts in many fields of horticulture share their love and knowledge at classes held throughout the year at Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada Flintridge. Bring your questions to Saturday Garden Chats with Descanso’s display horticulturist Mike Brown from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Let rose horticulturist Amanda Everett help you conquer your fear of pruning on Sat., Jan. 8 at 11 a.m. in the Rose Pavilion. At 2 p.m., Everett will take participants step-by-step through the process of growing roses from purchasing and planting, to fertilization, irrigation and pest and disease control. The class includes a guided walk through the Rose Garden to examine compan-

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Boiled and baked Bagel’s origins predate New York “What’s the origin of the bagel?” asks Hildegarde Nebe. The bagel is made of handrolled raised dough which is first simmered in water and then baked to give it that glazed, browned exterior over a firm white interior. The name is from the Yiddish beygel which is derived from either the Middle High German bougel (ring or bracelet) or beigen (to bend). This latter derivation would make one think that the bagel is a descendent of the medieval pretzel, right? Wrong. The boiled and baked roll with the hole dates from the enterprising, all conquering Romans, who not only invent-

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ed the shape, but who sold them threaded on long sticks for easy carrying. Eventually, this tasty concoction with its built-in marketing ploy made its way to Germany, Poland and Russia. Here, the Jewish bakers quickly became the specialists and masters of the trade, which they handed down for generations. Fortunately for us today, a

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few of the great Jewish practitioners immigrated to New York, so that the bagel is still with us. Purists, however, will tell you that today’s rolls are not the same. They’re bigger, softer, and have less of a hole. *** “What’s the origin of Goody Two-shoes?” queries Peter Fagerholm. First off, Goody is a rustic variant of goodwife and was a nickname (used mostly by Puritans) given to women who were primly or sentimentally good but who usually had no independence of spirit or strength of character. The moniker “Goody Twoshoes” comes from the title of a nursery tale written by Oliver Goldsmith which first appeared in 1765. The title character only possessed one shoe, and when given a pair by a kindly cobbler, she was so pleased that she gleefully showed them off to everyone she met, saying, “Two shoes!” *** "How come we wait for something with ‘baited breath’?" wonders Shirley Gutke. The reference here is to the shallow breathing caused by waiting with eagerness, or even fear. Bated is short of abated, an aphetic word form. Aphetic refers to the gradual disappearance of an unaccented vowel at the beginning of a word—e.g., special for especial. Professor Know-It-All is the nom de plume of Bill Bentley, who invites readers to try and stump him. Send your questions to him at willbent@ prodigy.net.

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Food server - bilingual Fast-paced Spanish restaurant looking for dynamic hardworking server. Good presence and customer service. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Applicants must have 2 to 3 years in quick serve restaurant, must be proficienct in aloha Micros or any point of sale program, must live close to Mid-Wilshire area and have reliable transportation. littlespainbr@gmail.com Cashier Looking for part time cashier: La Korea, Korean BBQ, Wage: $8 per hour. Address: 6333 W. 3rd St. Suite 510, Call 323605-7623. CPA Larchmont CPA needs exceptional career-minded CPA for all phases of a small accounting practice. Merger with another small practice will be given very serious consideration. Commensurate salary and benefits. Knowledge of Lacerte and Quickbooks, as well as excellent communication skills required. Partner retiring. Email resume to Marissa @randbcpa.com, or fax to (323) 957-2620 Design assistant Special Opportunity for the right person. Available 1st of the year. Interior Design and retail showroom on Larchmont Blvd. has opening for a young design/fashion minded individual with excellent people skills, graphic/computer confidence & knowledge and wanting to grow in a creative environment. Hours are flexible but ideally Tues.-Sat. 10-5. Can be three- four days a week. www.marciebronkar.com (323) 9575121.

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