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FEBRUARY 2015
Residents urged to start preservation process Miracle Mile seeks to halt mansionization
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By Jane Gilman Miracle Mile will be requesting the city for an Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ) to protect their 80 and 90-year-old properties from McMansionization. Nearly 65 residents learned the steps necessary to create an HPOZ at a morning meeting sponsored by the Miracle Mile Residential Association on Jan. 10 at Leonardo’s
PLUM hears Bungalow zone appeal Hearing Jan. 27
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By Suzan Filipek City officials were expected to report back to the Planning and Land Use Management Committee with a list of the number of licensed restaurants and take-outs on Larchmont Blvd. at a hearing on Jan. 27 as the Chronicle went to press. “Building and Safety is checking on certificates of occupancy… to see who is permitted as a restaurant and who is not,” said city planner Debbie Lawrence. At an appeal hearing last month PLUM members Jose Huizar and Gilbert Cedillo asked for the kinds of permits and also any businesses othSee Bungalow, p 18
nightclub. Board member Mark Zecca chaired the meeting. Sharon Ryan from the city Planning Dept. and Robbie O’Donnell, a Wilshire Park resident who coordinated that area’s HPOZ, were on hand to answer questions. “We are pleased by the show of support this meeting reflects,” said Ken Hixson, an MMRA vice president. “This was our first step in going forward.” Zecca conducted a PowerPoint presentation, covering the process, its positive and negative aspects, qualifications, as well as interim zoning to require a 75-day waiting period before a house can be demolished. Another tool is a Residential Floor Area Overlay district [RFA], a zoning tool to tailor citywide size and height development regulations to the particular needs of the community. See Preservation, p 2
Edition to focus on Mile’s future Articles on museum changes, new buildings and subway construction will be featured in the “Miracle Mile 2015” edition to be delivered to 77,239 readers March 5. Make advertising reservations with Pam Rudy by Feb. 16; 323-4622241 x 11 or pam@larchmontchronicle.com.
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UCLA ASSISTANT COACH and three-time Olympic gold medal winner Lisa Fernandez shows Wilshire Softball players how to get ready to field a ground ball. Story on page 23 Photo by Danette Mitchel Photography
Meet the candidates on the ballot for District Four Second on our two-part election series All 14 of the candidates seeking a seat in the Fourth Council District have confirmed attendance at a forum on Sun., Feb. 8 sponsored by the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council and the MidCity West Community Council. The forum will be at John Burroughs Middle School, 600 S. McCadden Pl., from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
New movie museum stars in area drama
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By Suzan Filipek Premieres, galas and exhibits are expected to draw celebrities, tourists and cars, cars and more cars once the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures opens at 6067 Wilshire Blvd. The impact of the six-story movie museum and “entertainment center“ is not being addressed in a draft Environmental Impact Report on the 208,000 square foot project, said James O’Sullivan, presi-
The long month of January gives us time to recoup from holiday flurry, but February is a short month, filled with places to go and people to see…. Super Bowl parties and the Academy Awards, for starters. *** Yes, it was “Let It Be” and other Beatles’ songs heard at a recent Sunday service at First Congregational Church. Libbie Jo Snyder performed on the flute accompanied by organist Christoph Bull, we learned from Libby as she was on her way to Center for Yoga.
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ACADEMY PRESIDENT Cheryl Boone Isaacs, Hancock Park, laid out plans for the "entertainment center" recently to the Wilshire Rotary Club. Planning Dept. officials are expected to release a final environmental impact report this month for the new Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.
Discussion will focus on the Fourth District community. Stakeholders will have the opportunity to submit questions. Last month the Chronicle featured seven of the candidates seeking the seat to be vacated by Councilman Tom LaBonge. Following are the remainSee Candidates, p 6
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Community Platform By Jane Gilman Our new neighbors We are excited about the art museum moving into the Scottish Rite Masonic Temple. The Marciano brothers, who have purchased the building, are preserving the fabulous exterior designed by Millard Sheets, while renovating the inside. The plans for a new community of homes on the 10-acre Farmers Insurance property will be unveiled at a meeting with adjacent Brookside residents. This will be a major expansion. Making sure the plans conform to Park Mile Specific Plan are the Brookside Neighborhood Association, Park Mile Review board and the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council.
Homework assignment Readers may have thought they were finished with homework assignments, but we do urge you to read what the 14 candidates have to say about their qualifications for the Fourth District Council seat. The second installment (seven candidates were featured in our January issue) starts on page 7. After you’ve digested the information, be sure to VOTE. The election is Tuesday, March 3.
Sun., Feb. 1 – NFL Super Bowl XLIX: New England Patriots vs. Seattle Seahawks, 3:30 p.m. on NBC. Thurs., Feb. 5 – Wilshire Division Police Captain’s Roundtable Breakfast, American Girl Place, The Grove, 8 a.m. Sun., Feb. 8 – Fourth District City Council Candidate Forum, John Burroughs Middle School, 600 S. McCadden Place, 11 a.m. Wed., Feb. 11 – Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council meeting, The Ebell, 743 S. Lucerne Blvd., 7 p.m. greaterwilshire.org. Sat., Feb. 14 – Valentine’s Day. Mon., Feb. 16 – Presidents' Day. Sun., Feb. 22 – Tour of Sycamore Square, 2 p.m. Begins at Wilshire Crest School
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"We're going to have a special Valentine's Day breakfast at home and then a date with Dad at the park." Elizabeth Nunez with Lily Larchmont Village
Residents urged to Community hears update on Metro start preservation (Continued from page 1) Purple Line plans
Mansionization? Not a Problem for Hancock Park The Larchmont Chronicle, the Los Angeles Times, the Los Angeles Conservancy and many other publications and community organizations have highlighted the mansionization trend in Los Angeles. Houses are torn down and new, much larger structures are built in their place with little regard to the impact on their neighbors and the existing neighborhood. Homeowners wake up to an oversized structure next door to them that blocks their light, view and invades their privacy. Because of our Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ) this is not a problem for Hancock Park. An HPOZ controls what kind of changes can be done to houses and limits the size of additions. It preserves the look and feel of our neighborhood keeping Hancock Park the beautiful area we all live in. It does take some planning and work, though, on the part of homeowners. It’s important that before making any changes to the street visible part of your house that you consult the Hancock Park HPOZ Preservation Plan (http://preservation. lacity.org/hpoz/la/hancock-park) and contact our City Planner, Kimberly Henry (kimberly.henry@lacity.org. Kimberly has a helpful online form that will start the process - http:// preservation.lacity.org/hpoz/initial.screening.checklist. The HPOZ Board (all volunteers), is made up of Hancock Park residents, and a professional architect. It meets the first and third Wednesdays of every month, 6PM-8PM, at the John C. Fremont Library at June Street and Melrose. If you’re planning a change, contact Kimberly, and come in for a consultation, even if all you have is an idea and a sketch. The meetings are open and anyone interested in how the HPOZ process works in Hancock Park is invited to attend. Our City Council seat is open and the election is coming up soon. Attend the GWNC Candidate Debate on February 8th at 11AM at John Burroughs Middle School and learn more. Unfortunately, crime is still occurring in Hancock Park so please take precautions and sign up for the e-Policing newsletter - http://www.lapdepolicing.org/. Report street light outages to the city at: http://bsl.lacity.org/. Report potholes by submitting an online request at http://bss.lacity.org/request. htmBe sure and look at our website for news – http://www. HancockPark.org . 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=411CDB4F0FC3-4EE1-89DE58DCCB435538 and by calling Hollywood Beautification, 323-463-5180 Questions regarding filming contact Filming Committee, Cami Taylor (323-692-1414-Home and 310-659-6220-Office).
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Several McMansions have already been built in the area. “There are too many loopholes in current legislation,” Zecca said. These give developers far more than the 120 percent increase in the home’s square footage. The Association’s request for the zoning will affect 1,600 properties between Wilshire Blvd. and San Vicente, Detroit St. to Orange Grove Ave. Both Hixson and Zecca urged attendees to tell their neighbors of the plans to preserve the neighborhood. They seek a concerted effort to get the ball rolling. For more information, go to the Miracle Mile Residential Association newsletter on the website at, www.miraclemilela.org.
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An animated film on the steps involved in street decking and pile installation was shown to the audience at the Metro Purple Line Extension Construction community meeting in January at the SAG-AFTRA building. Kasey Shuda, Metro spokesman for the Purple Line, chaired the meeting, and gave a report on the status of the utility relocation work. Alexander Caiozzo of the city Dept. of Public Works gave an overview on tree replacement and landscaping. Shuda also introduced the Project Area Discount Program that is offered to support local businesses who are impacted by the construction. To view the film, go to bit. ly/1xYgPZi.
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"We're going to Shabu Shabu for dinner!" Christine Nguyen Andrea Grandfield Larchmont Village
"I go to an all-girls school, so I'll probably just hang out with my friends." Olivia Goodman Windsor Square
Our article on the Fourth District Council candidates incorrectly listed Joan Pelicao. She should be identified as current City Council District 5 chief of staff. Winner of the Most Whimsical House in the Windsor Square-Hancock Park Historical Society holiday lighting contest should have been listed as the home at 320 N. Beachwood Dr.
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"I don't really celebrate it." Graham Parker "I'm going to make valentines with hearts and then deliver them to people at school." Ava Marzullo Larchmont Village
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Neighbors, preservationists and architects are bemoaning the changes to the Beaux Artsstyle Chandler estate at 455 Lorraine Blvd. The new owners have changed the paint color, fencing and landscaping, changes that don’t meet Historic Cultural Monument requirements, and the city should take more action to remedy the situation, declare the opponents to the changes. They have created a website www.dorothychandlermansion.com to draw attention to what they term is a “debacle,” and they hope to get matters resolved. The site has a petition so that interested people can sign and get involved in the campaign. A list of the non-conforming changes made to the home
may be seen on the website. Among the problems listed are: • Inappropriate exterior finish (painted bright white instead of stone finish); • Incorrect style, scale and fencing; • Inappropriate lighting; • Solar panels on the roof visible from the street. The home’s designation as a city Historic Cultural Monument and its location in an Historic Preservation Overlay Zone should protect it from non-conforming changes, the preservationists said. Built in 1912 by the Janss family, the Chandlers moved to the house in 1962. Norman Chandler was publisher of the Los Angeles Times, and his wife Buffy was credited with raising the funds to build The Music Center.
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Park La Brea residents Tour landmarks of Sycamore Square Sycamore Square often flies hear new year’s objectives under the local radar, much Increased membership, expanded committees and improving the website are among goals outlined to members of the Park LaBrea Residents Association at its annual meeting Jan. 11. Col. Donald Harris, Association secretary-treasurer, moderated the meeting in the theater, and outlined the rules for election to the board of directors. The slate includes Bernie Clinch, current president; Harris, Solomon Moore, current vice president; COL. DONALD HARRIS Adine Porino, Carol Robins, Jerry received commendation. Saltman, March Sinnott and Amy Mucken. Ballots will be mailed to Association members of record as of Jan. 11. Results will be announced in February. Next speaker was Clinch, who covered duties of the board members such as maintaining a liaison with the management. He also spoke on activities residents enjoyed such as last year’s Super Bowl viewing party, concerts, a magic show and clubs. Harris was presented with a commendation for his volunteer work as an officer for the Association. Information furnished by Nicole Borgenicht.
less famous than its adjacent communities of Miracle Mile, Hancock Park and Brookside. A one-hour tour on Sun., Feb. 22 at 2 p.m. will introduce walkers to the neighborhood, which is bordered by Wilshire Blvd., Highland Ave., Olympic Blvd. and La Brea. The recent demolition of the Four Square Theater on Wilshire Blvd., once home to grand Hollywood premieres, provides a timely nudge to explore this unique area, said Elizabeth Fuller, who will be leading the walk. Sponsor of the free tour is the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council. The tour will highlight Sycamore Square’s special qualities that have set it apart from its neighbors. These include its sycamore-lined streets with alternating avenues of single-
STREAMLINE MODERNE Firestone Tire Building on La Brea Ave. will be on the tour. It is a city Historic Cultural Monument. PHOTO: LA Conservancy, Adriene Biondo.
family homes, duplexes and small apartments, said Fuller. The residences were built in the 1920s and 30s. Fuller will give a history of former landmarks that have been razed or converted to a new use, such as the Ritz Movie Theater
(now a church). The walk will begin at the northeast corner of Sycamore and Olympic Blvd. at the front lawn of Wilshire Crest Elementary School. Street parking is available on Sycamore Ave.
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Brookside residents heard CIM development plans earlier this week for the future of the Farmers Insurance property which covers approximately 10 acres between Muirfield Road to Hudson Ave. and Wilshire Blvd. to Eighth St. The meeting (held as the Chronicle went to press) convened at the Lebanese Cultural Center on Jan. 27. CIM officials were on hand to reveal design plans and proposed housing for both the existing seven-story tower and the surrounding acreage. CIM, a major development company, recently purchased the insurance head- THE PROPERTY is about 10 acres and includes a 1937 quarters property for $14 million, and buildng and a 1966 mirror addition. has moved its offices into one of the lowrise buildings west of Rimpau Blvd. at 4700 Wilshire Blvd. Farmers is moving its offices to Warner Center in the San Fernando Valley. The seven-story tower is under consideration as a city Cultural Historic Landmark status. The building, erected initially in 1937, received a mirror addition in 1966. Members of the Cultural Heritage Commission visited the site in January, and the request for the status by the Windsor Square-Hancock Park Historical Society will be included in a Feb. 5 meeting of the Commission.
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Tara Bannister Association director/educator I am running for office because I know that City Council needs a bigger, bolder and brighter vision for Los Angeles. City government can do better on the basics like safe communities, accessible sidewalks, quality roads, and spurring new economic development—and I have what it takes to get the job done. Once in office, my plans for CD4 include the following: 1) I will dramatically increase the quality and accessibility of our sidewalks in CD4 and the rest of the city. 2) I will modernize and decrease the overhead costs of city services to ensure our tax dollars are spent wisely and frugally. 3) I will fight to upgrade the Orange Bus Line to a light rail line as soon as possible. The Orange Line light rail can move twice as many people in half the time. Improving public transit improves travel times for our residents and is more sustainable for our environment.
Jay Beeber Community advocate/ businessman In 2011, I eliminated LA’s Red Light Camera Program. Since then, I’ve worked to ensure that government policies serve the people’s interests, not the special interests. I recently got Caltrans to increase the yellow time at all traffic signals, making roadways safer for all users. I spearheaded the successful effort to stop AB666, state legislation that would have eliminated our right to trial for some traffic tickets and have been leading the effort to reform parking policy in LA. I’m the second VP of the Sherman Oaks Neighborhood Council and a member of the city’s Pedestrian Advisory Committee. I have extensive experience with transportation and traffic issues and been effective in helping communities with their water and street services concerns. I’ve run a private sector business and understand the concerns of small business owners. I’m the candidate with the strongest record of defeating entrenched bureaucracies and standing up to special interests, and I’m running for city council to give a voice to the people. We must deal with our huge and growing pension and benefit liabilities and reign in the excesses of the DWP. We must do this by treating our employees and their representatives as partners, not as enemies. Wally Knox Attorney Like most of us, I was formed by my times. Growing up, I
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could not believe my country would ask something wrong of me, and I enlisted for four years in the Army, including a year in Vietnam. Vietnam profoundly changed me just as it changed our country. After leaving the Army, I dedicated my life to working for social and economic justice. I served our community on the Los Angeles Community College Board and in the state Assembly for over a dozen years. I passed landmark legislation to crack down on the illegal sale of guns, improve technology in our public schools, prevent dropouts, protect the victims of child abuse and sexual assault, preserve the Santa Monica Mountains and to cut down on toxic air pollution. I took on the DWP and fought to create a truly independent Ratepayer Advocate to protect the interests of consumers. Today, the dominant issue in Council District 4 is how we deal with development. Supposedly we have community plans and zoning laws, but in reality City Council members approve any project they favor for any reason.
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Support senior lead's ride in Unity Tour For years, Larchmont residents have counted on L.A.P.D. Olympic Division senior lead officer Joe Pelayo to respond to their concerns. Here’s a chance to return the favor. Support Pelayo as he joins hundreds of law enforcement officers from around the country who will bicycle to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial (NLEOM) in Washington, D.C. in May
to participate in a candlelight vigil honoring the officers who died in the line of duty in 2014. In addition to raising awareness about those who have lost their lives, the event raises funds for the NLEOM. The tour provides support services, food and lodging, however each officer must pay for his own transportation to and from the East Coast. “It is because of the incredi-
ble support of my friends, family and colleagues that I am able to participate in the tour this year and not let the heroes who have died in the line of duty be forgotten,� said Pelayo. Donations can be made to the Policy Unity Tour, Inc. (Tax ID# 22-3530541) or to Joseph Pelayo for personal expenses, and sent to LAPD Olympic Area, 1130 S. Vermont Ave., 90006.
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Celebration marks Mardi Gras at Farmers Market Join in the fun at a three-day Mardi Gras party that kicks off on Valentine’s Day, Sat., Feb. 14, at the Farmers Market at Third and Fairfax. The Wabash Wailers, a Mardi Gras parade band, gets the celebration going on Saturday when they will stroll throughout the Market from 2 to 5 p.m. Eddie Baytos & The Nervis Bros will take the stage on the West Patio from 5 to 8 p.m. The party continues on Sun., Feb. 15 with the Mutti Gras Pet Parade and Contest on the Market Plaza. There, costumed pets will compete in several categories to be King and Queen. The Mardi Gras Jester will stroll the aisles from 1 to 4 pm.; Bear Brass Band will wind its way through the Market from noon to 3 p.m. Jazzy Ash & The Leaping Lizards will perform from 2:30 to 5 p.m. in the Market Plaza, while T-Lou & His Super Hot
PET PARADE and beauty pageant is Sun., Feb. 15.
Zydeco Band will entertain on the West Patio from 2 to 4 p.m. and Lisa Haley from 5 to 7 p.m. Kids can decorate Mardi Gras hats and have their faces painted from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. On Fat Tuesday, Feb. 17, Eddie Baytos & The Nervis Bros return for a performance from 6 to 9 p.m. Parking is free for two hours with merchant validation. For more information, go to www. farmersmarketla.com or call 323-933-9211.
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Are you compassionate and looking to help your neighbors? Are you willing to provide support and resources during times of crisis? The mayor’s Crisis Response Team (CRT) consists of volunteers who respond to traumatic incidents at the request of the LAPD. They act as liaisons between the victim and emergency personnel at the scene, and also give referrals to victims and their families. Applications are being ac-
cepted for the CRT volunteer training program that runs from Mon., March 2 through Wed., Apr. 29 at the LAPD headquarters in downtown L.A. Classes are held two nights per week from 6 to 9 p.m. In addition to the application, volunteers are required to attend an interview session. To apply or for more information, call Joe Avalos at 2139778-0697 or email LACRT@ LACity.org.
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The Council District 4 Players Guide A message from James O’Sullivan, MMRA President
Who’s on first, What’s on second, I Don’t Know is on third… Don’t look now but we are less than two months away from electing a new Councilmember for Council District 4. Do you have any idea who you will vote for? How many of you reading this right now can name more than a couple of the 14 certified candidates? To be honest with you, having followed this stuff closely, even I am challenged to name more than a handful. That should change soon as yard signs start popping up and our mailboxes are stuffed with campaign flyers. Conventional wisdom has it that none of these candidates for CD 4 will win a majority of votes in the March 3rd primary – resetting the clock for a May 19th runoff between the top two contenders, but I’m not sure about that. Several candidates have already raised some serious money and more will be collected before the primary ends. City matching funds will add $50,000 to $100,000 to each candidate that qualifies, but someone could decide to self-finance – which would blow the lid off and throw conventional wisdom out the window. Trying to find the best candidate by reading their comments and pledges in newspapers (the few statements that can be found) hasn’t been very helpful so far. Even a search for their positions on their websites (which many don’t have yet) is an exercise in frustration. Candidates know that the average person wants their streets and sidewalks fixed, their trees trimmed, and adequate police and fire protection, so they promise to deliver those things. The obvious, boilerplate promises; there’s nothing new here. The problem is that most of their promises – boilerplate or otherwise – are beyond their ability to deliver. Most of the things being promised – protecting neighborhoods; alleviating traffic congestion; solving pension and healthcare issues; bringing film and TV production back to L.A.; adding more bike lanes; and a whole laundry list of other items – require the approval of 14 other council members to get done. Once elected, our new councilmember will be introduced to the odd and uniquely L.A. political process that delivers unanimous council votes almost 100% of the time. Individuality is not encouraged on the City Council. It’s a go-along-to-get-along sort of place. But each Councilmember does wield considerable control over their district and related funds. This is where real issues arise and hard questions need to be asked. Recently, a hubbub arose when the LA Times reported that Councilman Tom LaBonge was sponsoring an 80th birthday party for Elvis Presley at the Avalon Theater in Hollywood. The (as yet) unsubstantiated report quickly went viral about funding attached to this sponsorship, prompting many to wonder if those funds couldn’t be put to better use – like repairing a root-damaged sidewalk? My interest in this issue led me to do a search of funds controlled by CD 4. That search yielded results that were as clear as mud. A question I would like each CD 4 candidate to answer is this: Will you frequently post online simple-to-read reports detailing where the money under your control comes from, where it is goes, and who it benefits? Many hundreds-of-thousands of dollars are transferred into – and out of – these funds to pay for a variety of things and I can’t figure out what the hell is going on. Many of the expenditures may well be for things that really benefit the community, but it would be nice to know that with some certainty. The well-worn issue of accepting campaign contributions from real estate developers recently took a turn toward the ludicrous with the candidates parsing which are the good developers (the small ones) and which are the bad developers (the large ones) – as if virtue could be measured by square footage. While campaign contributions are not a big issue for me, I understand why many voters are concerned. For years we have watched money from developers flood political races while noticing that the doors to City Hall are held wide open to every real estate project that crosses the threshold. Conversely, many residents who feel that their neighborhoods are under siege find the welcome mat is not rolled out for them. It would help ease the perception of impropriety between political contributions and project approvals if the playing field were leveled. One key means to achieve this would be for each candidate to pledge complete transparency. If elected they would:
• Immediately disclose whenever their office is approached about a development project in CD 4, whether by the developer or any person or group representing the developer. This information should be posted on the council website and the Neighborhood Councils and homeowners/residential groups should be promptly notified about the project, from its conception. • Disclose any follow up meetings with the Councilmember or staff regarding the project. All too often projects gallop out of the starting gate without the community’s knowledge. And speaking of knowledge as power: • Advocacy groups are constantly meeting with the Planning Department and LADOT on issues – from bike lanes to rewriting the zoning code – and the public is left out in the cold. Any changes contemplated in CD 4 should be clearly and concisely posted on the Council website. There should be full disclosure in real time so that everyone is informed. Would a CD 4 candidate who agreed to do all of the above get my vote? Yes, if they also agreed to: • Faithfully follow the policies for decision makers as outlined in each Community Plan in CD 4, as well as in the Framework Element. • Require the City to officially document and demonstrate that the infrastructure in the area of the contemplated project is not threatened in relation to user needs. This would include particularly critical services, such as water and sewerage, as well as public schools, police and fire services, and transportation infrastructure.
First published in MMRA’s January 2015 newsletter, Miraclemilela.com
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The Larchmont Chronicle’s Squeaky Wheel, Jack Humphreville, wants specific answers from the 14 candidates who are running for the City Council to the following questions regarding the City’s budget. What is your plan to pay for the repair of our streets and sidewalks? What is your plan to eliminate next year’s projected budget deficit of $165 million? Mayor Garcetti pledged to phase out the $470 million gross receipts business tax. How would you replace the lost revenue? Do you believe that the City’s pension plans should be fully funded (100%) within 20 years? How would you propose to achieve this goal? Under what conditions would you support the contracting out of City services? Do you support the recommendation of the LA 2020 Commission to establish an Office of Transparency and Accountability to oversee the City’s finances and services? Do you support placing a measure on the ballot where voters would have the opportunity to accept or reject a charter amendment that would require the City to pass three-year balanced budgets and, over the next twenty years, fully fund the City’s two pension plans and repair our streets and sidewalks?
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in Los Feliz. I live it. I can lead by example. Rostom “Ross” Sarkissian Small business owner As an outsider to City Hall, my focus will be on policy, not politics. My qualifications are: 1. analytical approach to problem solving; 2. strong educational background; and; 3. proven track record of engagement and success at the community level. The major issue facing the city, which directly impacts services delivered to CD4, are the structural problems that continually plague the budget. The major issues facing the District are: 1. the stifling traffic throughout the major transportation corridors and their attendant spillover into our neighborhoods; 2. the inefficient public transportation options connecting the district; and 3. the lack of affordable housing and high rents throughout the District. There are no easy, quick fixes. All these issues should be approached from a long-term perspective. That requires fresh thinking and a willingness to focus on policies, not politics. To learn more of my vision for LA, please visit friendsofrostom.com. David Ryu Community health director I know this District—I grew up here, and I’ve lived most all of my adult life here. City Council is the level of government with the most day-today impact, and that’s where I want to be, helping people with the issues that matter to them. I started my career working for advocacy non-profits, which led to taking a position as deputy to County Supervisor Yvonne Burke. After she retired, I went back to working in the non-profit community for Kedren Acute Psychiatric Hospital. My non-profit experience, and history in the community make me well-qualified to help the City grow and prosper in a way that benefits all residents. Key issues affecting Council District 4 are access, accountability and responsiveness of elected officials. - Improving streets and infrastructure. I will work to make sure that we are wringing every cent out of our infrastructure budget. - Gross Receipts Tax. This has to be phased out and replaced
with a net income tax. The mechanics of doing this are going to govern whether LA fosters its businesses, but also how it pays for City services for years to come. I will work to make sure that this is done in a responsible and fair way. Steve Veres Trustee, Los Angeles Colleges I’m a Los Angeles native, reared by an immigrant father from Hungary and a mother from Mexico. I’m a Loyola High School graduate and went to UCLA for undergraduate and graduate education. I’ve been an educator and journalist. I lived over half my life in the central city and now my wife and I are raising our three daughters in Sherman Oaks. (Please turn to page 13)
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Man robbed at gunpoint; alarm stops burglary attempt at home from a man as he was walking near the corner of Council St. and Gramercy Pl. on Jan. 14
Who will our next councilmember be? Meet the Candidates for the 4th City Council District Office on Sunday, February 8, 11 a.m. at John Burroughs Middle School 600 S. McCadden Pl. Questions for the candidates? Email them to cd4forum@greaterwilshire.org The primary election is Tuesday, March 3. If a run-off is necessary, it will be on May 19.
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at 11:55 p.m. The victim was crossing the street when an armed man confronted him and demanded his property. The victim raised his hands and told the suspect to take whatever he wanted. A second man tackled the victim to the ground and took his property. Both suspects fled. BURGLARY: Someone broke into a home on the 300 block of N. Norton Ave. while a victim was sleeping on Dec. 22 at 6 p.m. The suspect entered through an unlocked sliding glass door. When he flashed a light in the bedroom, it awoke the victim. He fled without taking anything. An atttempted break-in occcurred at a residence on the 500 block of N. Gower St. on Dec. 19 between 2 and 4:30 p.m. The suspect, who pried and kicked open the front door, fled after activating the alarm. An iPad was stolen from a home on the 200 block of N. Wilton Pl. on Jan. 14 between 8:30 and 9:15 a.m. The backdoor window was smashed. A laptop and passport were taken from a residence on the 600 block of N. St. Andrews Pl. on Jan. 14. GRAND THEFT AUTO: A green 2011 Chevy Camaro was stolen from the 600 block of Gramercy Pl. on Dec. 21 at 6:30 p.m. BURGLARY THEFT FROM VEHICLE: Property was taken from an unlocked car parked on the 400 block of S. Wilton Pl. between Dec. 20 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 21 at 3 p.m. WILSHIRE DIVISION AGGRESSIVE ASSAULT: A suspect driving by the corner of Rossmore Ave. and 4th St. shot a person with a BB gun on Dec. 21 at 10:55 p.m. BURGLARIES: Jewelry was stolen from a home on the 400 block of S. Lucerne Blvd. on Tues., Dec. 16. Property was taken from a
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the resident yelled at him. BURGLARY THEFT FROM VEHICLE: A purse, money and documents were stolen from an unlocked car parked near the corner of Mansfield Ave. and 2nd St. on Dec. 22. Luggage, a tablet and camera equipment were stolen from a car parked near the corner of Curson Ave. and 6th St. on Dec. 23.
FILMING IN WINDSOR SQUARE It’s no surprise our beautiful Windsor Square is sought after by filming companies, large and small. We often see our neighborhood on the big screen, recognizing a street or interior we see in our daily lives as the setting for the latest drama. The sight of film companies in Windsor Square indicates a robust film industry, providing jobs and bringing in tax revenue. This past year was a busy year for filming and we look back with appreciation to good communication between FilmLA and WSA Filming Liaison Katie Jones in facilitating filming while seeking to minimize inconvenience to our neighbors. If you are considering using your house to film this year, please take a look at the WSA website for the “Good Neighbor Filming Policy” under the “Neighborhood” section. The guidelines encourage common sense and common courtesy for the benefit of the film industry and the preservation of our neighborhood. Highlights include: • Each block may film up to a maximium of 14 days per calendar year. • No single shoot may last more than five consecutive days. • There must be a 30-day respite between shoots on a block. • Filming is permitted between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. • Filming is not permitted during other hours, nor on weekends or holidays. If you have any questions, please contact Katie Jones at kbadamiWindsorSquareFilming@gmail.com. We also remind residents that FilmLA assigns a monitor to every permitted shoot to ensure compliance and to answer any questions. Please contact FilmLA at info@filmla.com or (213) 977-8600. 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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By Suzan Filipek Larchmont’s new neighborhood prosecutor Steve Houchin was introduced at a town hall meeting Jan. 21 at Huffington Center, St. Sophia Cathedral. Based out of the L.A.P.D. Olympic Division, Houchin oversees some 13 areas including local neighborhoods. “The great thing about this position is it depends on the relationship I form with the community,” Houchin said. In the coming weeks he plans to meet with homeowner groups and business owners, educators, parents and Neighborhood Council groups. City attorney Mike Feuer proudly told the Chronicle he’d made more than good on a campaign promise to double the city’s Neighborhood Prosecutor Program. Program tripled The program tripled when he recently named Houchin as the 21st prosecutor in the program. “Twenty-one is a magic number, because it reflects the number of police districts in the city,” Feuer said. An array of crimes, from graffiti and vandalism to prostitution and everything in between will be on his plate, or rather on his desk at Olympic. And mostly in the field, at
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homeowner meetings, talking to business owners and at City Hall. Some cases may take him to the city Building and Safety or other departments, and he will spend some time in court.
Ending gun violence, unlawful medical marijuana dispensaries and illegal dumping are also on his agenda. “He will be the face of the justice system in the neighborhood,” said Feuer. “The goal is to tackle qualityof-life problems and to transform the neighborhoods with problem solving, from creating safe pathways to schools to thriving businesses,” Feuer added. A Bakersfield native, Houchin studied journalism and cinema at USC and received his law degree from Pepperdine University. He was a deputy district attorney for Ventura County, where he prosecuted crimes in the misdemeanor, general felony, and domestic violence units. He is available at steve. houchin@lacity.org.
Meet District Four candidates (Continued from page 10) I represent all Council District 4 as member of the Los Angeles Community College District Board of Trustees, where I streamlined bureaucracy, improved finances and rooted out corruption. I also represent LA Metro on Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Committee where I helped develop the Dodger
Jennifer “Mihi” Choi Johnson
Jennifer was born in Seoul Korea in September 1961. She graduated with a degree in Biology and came to the US, to study medicine. After a few months in the US, her parents were surprised to find out that she was not studying medicine, but came to the US to marry. The marriage lasted two years and resulted in the birth of Jonathan Hwang, her first son. Upon registering Jonathan for first grade, Jennifer met Steven Johnson whom she married in 1998. In June of 1999 she gave birth to her second son, Eric Johnson.
Jennifer worked in the insurance and real estate business until 2008 when she and Steven decided to open two specialty café’s focused on selling high end Belgian Chocolate. One of the stores was in Beverly Hills and the other on Larchmont Blvd. known as Chocoholics. Jennifer ran the business until 2013, when she closed the store. In late 2013 Jennifer was diagnosed with late stage Pancreatic Cancer. Jennifer survived 17 months with extensive chemo and radiation therapy. She passed away on Thursday January 8, 2015 surrounded by her family.
Jennifer is survived by her sons Jonathan and Eric, and her husband Steven. Jennifer is also survived by a step-daughter, Stephanie. She is also survived by two brothers, Jin-Wok Choi and Jae-Wok Choi, two sisters, Jinhee Choi and Junhee Choi, her mother, and her niece Anna, and nephew Raymond. skjohnson201@yahoo.com
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Express Shuttle and improved shuttle service for the Hollywood Bowl. Recently I worked for California Senate where I was the staff lead for the $330 million TV and Film tax credits. I am shocked by the absence of leadership regarding management of almost everything involving the Department of Water and Power (DWP). I want to lead efforts to find funding to pave our streets and create a solution to reduce the liability of our mangled sidewalks.
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Parishioner earns Cardinal award Cheryl Baker, Hancock Park, was named a 2015 Cardinal Award’s honoree. A longtime supporter of Loyola High School, Las Madrinas and the Children’s Chain of Children’s Hospital, she and her husband Bob are members of St. Brendan Parish. Area residents for 42 years, she and her husband have three married sons and eight grandchildren. Baker and five other honorees will be recognized at a dinner on Sat., March 21. Proceeds from the event will go to Good Shepherd Center and four other Cheryl Baker social service agencies. Archbishop Jose Gomez made the announcement of 2015 honorees at a dinner in October.
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Valentines speak of chance encounters, whirlwind romances, Couple brought together by riots Jack Merrick is fond of say- he and his wife Margot—"the ing that Rodney King brought
love of my life"—together.
"It was under the duress of the curfew imposed after the L.A. riots that I had the bright idea to head to Palm Springs with some buddies," he recalls. "Within three hours we were drinking piña coladas at the Pompeii nightclub and I was thinking I was the smartest guy in the world." At the end of the evening, in walked a gaggle of females celebrating a bachelorette party, with Margot as the ringleader. "The truth is we were both in relationships at the time, plus she lived in Rancho Cucamongo, which was geographically undesirable," said
Jack, "which is why I often refer to it as the one-night-stand that never happened." However, Margot grabbed his business card and a year later "she called out of the blue and said she was going to Japan for business and did I know anyone who lived there." Sparks flew when the pair met at Steve THEY MET in Palm Springs after he Kramer's law office in fled the city to escape the L.A. riots. the Miracle Mile. "It was living 20 years in the Hancock like the boomerang of love," remembers Jack. "I said Park area, have been mar'you're so beautiful, please go ried 18 years. They have three kids: James, Jackson and Genout with me tonight.'" The rest, as they say, is histo- evieve, and a business called ry. The Merricks, who recently Good Company Senior Care in moved to Malibu Canyon after the Miracle Mile.
Whirlwind romance leads to long-time love dents at a two-year program at Harvard Business School who lived in the same apartment building and had mutual friends. Somehow, though, their paths never crossed. Until one day... "We had just come back from the holidays and were out with separate groups of friends," recalls Diane. "My group of three girls happened to walk into a cute little haunt TIMING was right for them. Cambridge just as he was LARCHMONT in CHRONICLE It took Diane and VicJanuary Haw- walking 2015 out with his friends." ley a little over two months They all decided to meet the to realize they wanted to be following week, and that night Vic asked her out for dinner together forever. The pair were grad stu(Continued on next page)
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and decades of love (From previous page) and a movie. Things took off quickly from there, so it was a big deal when Diane received job offers in London, San Francisco,
BARBARA and Bob Terry met in San Francisco.
His dry cleaner played cupid Bob Terry’s dry cleaner played cupid when Terry was a bachelor living in San Francisco. The owner continually fixed Bob up with her single lady customers, including one gal who brought in a wedding dress for storage. It turned out that her wedding had been called off, so the dry cleaner suggested that Bob should call her. Bob said he had been happy as a bachelor, and it took him a year of dating before he was sure he wanted to be married. “I also wanted to be sure that Barbara felt the same way.” The couple, residents of Mansfield Ave., are celebrating 15 years of marriage with their son Nicholas, 12.
Austin and L.A. "I knew he was going back to L.A., so I said to him 'I really want to go there too, but I need to know what role I'll play in your life.'" Vic gave it some thought, and the next day he looked at her and said "I want you to be Mrs. Hawley someday." "Wow! I wasn't looking for that," Diane recalled with a laugh. "I was thinking he'd ask me to be his girlfriend." They moved to L.A. in June, Vic proposed over Christmas, and the couple will celebrate their 30th anniversary next year. The Plymouth Blvd. residents are parents to Jack, 23, Victor, Jr., 21, Veronica, 18 and Nell, 13. "You just don't know what makes the timing so right," said Diane. "But we feel really, really lucky."
This Valentine’s Day, find “The One.”
Romantic night for zoo attendees An adults-only event at the Los Angeles Zoo’s “Sex and the City Zoo,” celebrates romance in the animal kingdom on Sat., Feb. 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. The Valentine’s Day-themed event in the Zoo’s Witherbee Auditorium begins with a reception featuring desserts and wines. Also planned are “animal walk-abouts,” which include chats with keepers and the chance to observe small animals up close. At the heart of the evening is a presentation about relationships in the animal kingdom by an animal expert offering insights on animal mating, dating and cohabitating. The event climaxes with a three-course dinner (for an additional fee) at Reggie’s Bistro inside the zoo. The dinner option is open to event ticketholders only, seating is limited, and reservations are required by Feb. 6. For additional information, contact 323-644-6042 or visit lazoo.org.
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Benefits of being a Cub Scout Cub Pack 10 has enrolled boys for 75 years Cub Scouting is unique. It is a movement dedicated to bringing out the best in people. Cub Scouting doesn’t emphasize winning as an end result, but rather the far more demanding task of doing one’s best. Scouting nurtures courage and kindness by allowing boys to laugh and play, develop their imagnations and express their feelings. Helping a boy to learn the value of his own worth is the greatest gift he can receive. Boys join Cub Scouting because they want to have fun. For boys, however, fun means a lot more than just having a good time. “Fun” is a boy’s code word for the satisfaction he gets from meeting challenges, having friends, feeling good about himself, and feel-
ing he is important to other people. While the boys are having fun and doing things they like to do, they also learn new things, discover and master new skills, gain self-confidence, and develop strong friendships. Cub Scouting has ideals of spiritual and character growth, citizenship training, and personal fitness. The Cub Scout motto, “Do Your Best,” is a code of excellence. The Tiger Cub motto, “Search, Discover, Share,” encourages personal growth and fitness. Symbols, such as the Cub Scout sign, Cub Scout salute, and the Living Circle, help boys feel a part of a distinct group and add to the appeal of belonging to a widely respected organization.
Pinewood derby races, snow trips and overnight camping are some of the activities local Cub Scouts have been participating in for seven decades. The current Cub pack, sponsored by St. James’ Episcopal Church, is celebrating 75 years of continuous service this month. Pack 10 has 36 active Cub Scouts in grades two through five who meet twice a month in small groups and once a month for a big event. Typical events are Cub Olympics, famous men in history and the Pinewood Derby. Other activities enjoyed by Pack 10 Cubs are a snow trip to Big Bear and overnight camping at Rocket Academy. Whether the boys are hiking or building a birdhouse, the Cub Scouts are all helping each other “to do their best,” said pack leader Diane Gilmore. “We have a terrific group of involved parents leading four dens, and the pack proudly made the Gold circle on the Scouting Trail to Excellence this year,” said Gilmore
ON HAND TO MARK Cub Pack 10’s 75-year-anniversary were pack members shown with leaders Patrick Walling and Diane Gilmore.
Trail to Excellence is a scout unit rating system. Each year, a unit is measured for quality programming and leadership. Points are given for such things as percent of youth who advance, go to camp, number of trained leaders, etc. Past Cubmasters include
neighborhood parents such as Judge William Huss, Tim Gilmore, Neil Martin, Gia Paladino-Wise and Judge James Chalfant. Currently Cubmaster Diane Gilmore works with assistant Cub Leaders Chris Cook, Patrick Walling, Lucy Norland and Jenny Hager.
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Celebrating 105 Years February 1 Thru 7
Volunteering, camping is on Scouts' agenda
HOLIDAY STRIPES. Every year members of Boy Scout Troop 621 add a colorful touch to the parking meters on Larchmont Blvd. Shown here are Eugene Jung and Jason Lee hard at work.
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Boy Scout Troop 10 is keeping busy these days. At the end of January, the troop ventured east to the Salton Sea to camp and ride ATV’s on the trails and dunes. Previously, they took time in November to camp and hike in Malibu Creek State Park, where they trekked to the site where the television show “M*A*S*H” was filmed. When not out camping and hiking, the troop can be found volunteering right here in the neighborhood. In October, the troop hiked with Councilman Tom LaBonge up to Griffith Park where they cleaned trails and watered plants in the park. According to Scoutmaster Thomas Fenady, Assistant Scoutmaster Matther Rauchberg and Senior Patrol Leader Iain Strong, several scouts have earned their Eagle ranks this year: Julian Beldham, James Armstrong and Matthew Yang are proudly displaying their new badges.
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PLUM hears bungalow appeal
Girasole to re-open with new name, Vernetti
(Continued from page 1) er than the Larchmont Bungalow that have asked to be removed from the boulevard’s Q Condition, since the zoning was approved in 1993. Albert Mizrahi, owner of the Larchmont Bungalow, is seeking a zone change to turn the take-out into a restaurant. The Central Area Planning Commission unanimously denied the zone change in October. Hearing Jan. 13 Also at the appeal hearing Jan. 13, Mizrahi’s representative Jerry Neuman said the zoning, which only allows 10 restaurants on the boulevard, was unfair. While only restaurants are permitted to have tables and chairs, several takeouts have seating, he said. Tom Kneafsey, president of the Larchmont Village Business Improvement District, said the ordinance “is so confusing it can’t be enforced.” Several Bungalow employees and customers spoke in favor of the eatery as did two local residents and the owner of Sam’s Bagels. Mizrahi said he couldn’t support some 50 employees on the Bungalow’s bakery and coffee take-out business alone. “No one is saying he should close…. We have laws. This
By Sondi Toll Sepenuk If you passed by the old Girasole restaurant recently, you noticed that there’s a whole lot of hammering and sawing and banging going on. Girasole closed its doors in September to undergo a complete remodel. The owners, Steve and Joanna Vernetti, are combining the space next door to upgrade and expand the kitchen, create a locker area for the staff and to add new restrooms. The remaining space in the new storefront will be used as a small retail area to sell Italian imported food and kitchen items. As for the original dining area, it is being renovated and redecorated as well. When the restaurant reopens in February, it will have a new name: Vernetti. But not to worry, the owners assure us that they will be keeping all the favorite Girasole dishes, but expanding and refreshing the menu at the same time. You will also see the same faces of the staff members from the original Girasole. The owners want to create a family-friendly restaurant, so they plan to serve family style dinners every Sunday night.
person refuses to abide by the law,” Renee Weitzer, of Councilman Tom LaBonge’s office, told the Committee. The Q Condition was approved, because residents and city officials “didn’t want La Cienega Restaurant Row,” Weitzer said. Certificate revoked in 2009 Mizrahi’s certificate of occupancy for a take-out was revoked after opening in 2009 with tables and chairs. He signed an affidavit that he would not have tables and chairs prior to opening, Weitzer said. John Kelley of the city Dept. of Building and Safety, defended the ordinance. “It is crystal clear,” he said, explaining recent complaints of a juice bar, two bakeries and a creperie led to citations. “Why are seats such a big deal? Because it impacts the parking requirements… Parking is a killer,” Kelley told the Committee. “This is the case of a property owner who does not want to follow the zoning of his property. It’s been five years of delay, delay and delay,” John Welborne, vice president for landing and land use, Windsor Square Association told the committee at the Jan. 13 hearing.
IT’S A FAMILY enterprise. Steve and Joanna Vernetti with Sheila, Lola and Bruno, in the new restaurant.
Players bringing ‘Tortoise and the Hare’ to Nine O’Clock stage The Assistance League of Los Angeles’ Nine O’Clock Players will perform the family-friendly musical “The Tortoise and the Hare.” The show opens Sun., March 1 and will run through Sun., March 29 at the Assistance League Playhouse at 1367 N. St. Andrews Place. The Nine O’Clock Players’ “Tortoise” is a musical version of the classic fairy tale. Who will win the race? Will it be Hip Hop Harry Hare with the big ego, or Teddy Tortoise who just keeps jogging along? The performance is written
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LADWP has incentives to cut back on water usage In the Fourth Council District, we have some great news from the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. While Angelenos should always be fortunate to enjoy sunny weather year-round, it’s important to remember that the declared drought emergency is still in effect and citizens are encouraged to reduce their water footprint. Last year, LADWP increased its Cash in Your Lawn incentive to $3 per square foot from $2 per square foot for residential customers who replace their grass lawns with California Friendly plants or other drought-resistant alter-
natives. Currently, Los Angeles has 600 million gallons of drinking water delivered each
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day, and half of that goes to outdoor watering. I encourage citizens interested in replacing their lawns to consider implementing California Friendly plants in their place, as a way to both meet the standards of
the Water Conservation Ordinance and spread awareness of the natural beauty of the flora in our state. Looking further ahead on conservation goals, LADWP will be hosting a public meeting to present the Interim Stormwater Capture Master Plan on January 29. The Stormwater Capture Master Plan began with research in 2013 and the final plan is slated to be produced this year. The draft plan has integrated the public’s input from 2014 and will serve as the basis for the final plan to increase our local water supply through runoff and rainfall and to re-
duce our reliance on imported water. LADWP will be offering a live webcast of the Jan. 29th meeting, and interested citizens should RSVP at www.ladwpneighborhoodnews.com/ go/survey/1643/23542. T h i s drought will not be the last one Los Angeles will face, and measures such as the Stormwater Capture Master Plan are necessary for lessening the impact of future droughts and ensuring that there is enough clean water in our city. LADWP has also introduced a $10 bill credit for existing
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customers that receive a paper statement if they make the switch to paperless billing. Customers who make the switch can take advantage of receiving bill notifications via email, viewing and paying bills online, and reducing paper clutter and decreasing the environmental impact of printing and sending paper bills. For more information and if you wish to enroll, visit ladwp. com/paperless. The incentive is available until June 30. Conserving our city’s resources is just another way of enjoying and loving Los Angeles.
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parking, the circulation of space, three theaters, banquet and conference space a dent, Miracle Mile Residential people and cars in and around 4,000-square foot café and a the project, and signage,” said Association. museum store. Cary Brazeman, chair Mid He was joined by presidents Existing off-site parking and of the Beverly Wilshire Homes City West Community Council joint use with the L.A. CounAssociation and Carthay Circle Planning and Land Use Comty Museum of Art, as well as Neighborhood Association in mittee. parking spaces for 88 a letter addressed to bicycles is also planned. the Mid City West According to the Academy, the The 1939 May Co. will Community Coun- Museum’s impact on parking, operbe retrofitted into the cil board of direcnew museum, except ating noise, light, glare and aesthettors and the Joint for a 1946 addition in ics... would be less than significant. Committee Working the back. Group on the Acad Still to come are pubemy Museum Projlic hearings at the Planning According to the Academy, ect. Commission, City Council “All three of our organiza- the DEIR found that the MuPlanning and Land Use Mantions have reached the con- seum’s impact on parking, opagement Committee, and the erating noise, light, glare and clusion that the Academy full City Council. aesthetics, among many othMuseum DEIR is so flawed, The museum is expected to inaccurate and incomplete ers, would be less than signifiopen in 2017. that it must be redone and re- cant. circulated,” according to the “PROJECT DESIGN feaJan. 4 letter from the three tures include (1) no amplified sound after 10 p.m. in outdoor neighborhood groups. “We are overwhelmed,” areas, (2) restrictions of operational lighting (signage), O’Sullivan said. THE MMRA HIRED a (3) green building measures traffic engineer to study the to achieve LEED Silver or 9,000-page draft EIR. His find- equivalent, and (4) a materials ings included an estimated conservation plan for historic 5,000 people a day are expect- preservation of the original ed to visit the Renzo Piano-de- May Company building,” the signed museum. The number Academy website continued. was altered in the document The city is reviewing public when factoring in visitors to comment and expected to rethe L.A. County Museum of lease a Final EIR this month. Art next door. Many assump- Dedicated to the art and tions were made for a project craft of films and filmmakakin to “having Staples Cen- ing, the museum will include ter on Wilshire and Fairfax,” a sphere housing a 1,000seat theater with a view deck O’Sullivan said. “The project has the po- and pedestrian bridges and a tential to work, but serious ground-floor piazza. It includes exhibition Conveniently located from Larchmont hurdles remain relative to 5 minutes
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By Steven Haker 7th Grade Turning Point now has an official TED-Ed Club where students utilize TED-Ed resources through its free educational
website and conference with students from around the world. In addition, Levels 6 and 8 science students held a video conference with a parent who is doing science research in Antarctica. Before leaving for winter break,
students enjoyed a holiday lunch with their classmates. In Level 2, they studied different holiday traditions around the world and made their own passports to keep track of what they are learning. Middle School students partici-
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By Nick Terry 7th Grade January was filled with many activities for CCS. The parents in grades K – 5 went to a science fair information night to prepare for the annual Science Fair that will be held from Feb. 24 to 26. Catholic Schools Week begins on Sun., Jan. 25 with a Mass at 10 a.m. and open house at the school from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The theme for this year is Catholic Schools: Communities of Faith, Knowledge and Service. The annual Scholastic Book Fair will open that day and applications for the 2015–2016 school year will be available. Our second Open House will be held on Thurs., Jan. 29 from 8 a.m. to noon. All are welcome to join us!
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Our great principal, Kristin Droege, is leaving LCS to go back to the Midwest. But she will keep in touch to see how we’re doing. We’ll miss her very much! But in great sadness there’s always a bright ray of sunshine. Spirit Week! There’ll be fun themes and games for a week. The spirit committee is taking suggestions, so don’t hesitate to share any great ideas. Students have been studying improv with Will Todisco in class. It’s been fun and energetic doing vocal work. Also, our fabulous chef, Robertino, will be preparing an Asian menu to celebrate the Asian New Year. Hurray! Valentine’s Day has morphed into Friendship Day at LCS. We will learn more about Friendship Day at Morning Sing on Friday the 13th. Finally, our fearless dean, May, has hinted that she might be jogging in our famous Jogathon. We know she’ll do great! If you have an LCS student in your neighborhood, don’t hesitate to sponsor them, because it will go to the betterment of our school!
MARLBOROUGH
By Natalie Swartz 11th Grade Marlborough welcomed girls back from winter break with the announcement of the school’s own New Year’s resolution: groundbreaking on the Arden Project. Construction will begin this summer on the renovation that will expand the size of the campus by 25 percent, and Marlborough aims to finish the project by the fall of 2016. Highlights include a new synthetic turf field, aquatics center, wellness and fitness facility and grass pavilion. Meanwhile, students have embarked on the second semester of classes. Winter sports teams—soccer, basketball and water polo—opened league competition in January. The middle school heard the story of Holocaust survivor Leon Prochnik, who told a tale of exile and resilience while adding notes of humor and hope. In honor of Martin Luther King Day, Marlborough dedicated an all-school meeting reflecting on King’s legacy. The school awarded its second annual Anne Marie Jenks Excellence in Teaching Award to science instructor Jay Buckley. The grant will help fund Buckley’s 10- week trip around the world studying marine invasive species.
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school news By Celine Park 6th Grade St. James’ commemorated the renowned civil-rights activist Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday with a chapel service. This holiday is very important to St. James’ because diversity is a cherished value at our school. We made speeches about Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and beliefs. He was a leader, and at our school our leadership program has been learning about being productive leaders and role models. Being in the student leader-
Hollywood Schoolhouse
By Annika Slingerland 6th Grade This past month at the Hollywood Schoolhouse, we celebrated Founders’ Day. The entire student body gathered for a community circle in order to honor one of our school’s founders, Ruth Pease. Ruth was known for her love of dance in her fancy gold shoes, and because of this, everyone wore gold to commemorate her. When she first founded our school, it was just a tiny preschool with only six children. Year after year, it has grown bigger and bigger, and is clearly still a place where every child continues to be nurtured and valued. The month of January was also the start of rehearsals for our spring musical, “Oz.” It will consist of a combination of story lines from, “The Wizard of Oz”, “Wicked” and “The Wiz.” It should be very exciting!
ship program, I have truly grown to be a leader who “never says never.” Students learn to do this by participating in teamwork games and events like the monthly student panel open-house where we talk about St. James’ to prospective families. Recently, we also produced a black-box production where we recited poems and speeches which were connected to our lives. Leadership also hosted a healthy bake sale. We sold healthy snacks and fresh mint from our aquaponics garden to the students to raise money for the school. We earned over $300! To thank the parents who have helped so much with their generous contributions, we had an event at the end of January to celebrate the donors.
PILGRIM
By Christopher Woods 5th Grade We started school this year with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) week. Kids enjoyed working in groups mixed with students of all ages and grades to complete different projects. My team was responsible for thinking of ways to solve poverty as well as creating aquaponic systems that would help grow food. Even the early education school got involved in STEAM week. Ms. Armine’s class built a giant igloo out of plastic milk containers. We have already had two superstar visitors. “Mythbuster” engineer Grant Imohara, a Pilgrim alumni, talked to the 2nd through 12th grades. Also, science and math author David Schwartz gave grades kindergarten through 5th a chance to meet and ask him questions. We have flag football and volleyball coming up. I can’t wait!
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By Eric Vaughan, Esmé Goldman, Jacob Milder 3rd Grade The Brawerman East drama enrichment class is presenting our first Shakespeare production. Five third graders and one second grader have been working on learning the lines. We will perform scenes from “Macbeth,” “Romeo and Juliette” and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” It is a comedy, tragedy and romance all rolled into one! During our PE classes we have been doing different fitness tests. They include half-mile, quartermile and three-quarter mile runs, push-ups and sit-ups. The exercise helps us be healthy, build strength, and it is fun. Coach Donahoe says, “Students challenge themselves, and they get to measure their improvement.”
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By Norani Abilo 11th Grade To kick off February, students will be dancing the night away with close friends at Marymount’s Winter Formal at Uni-
versal City Walk. The fun continues as the girls attend the yearly Mother-Daughter Luncheon to celebrate the Class of 2015. Winter sports are in full swing, with great games played by the soccer, basketball and water polo teams.
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By Rachel Villamor 8th Grade Our annual Christmas program before the break was a great success. All of the classes performed and were greatly received by friends and families. We also had many exciting events this winter. In January, the Science Club organized a field trip to the Natural History Museum. There, students saw the latest exhibits and interacted with activities arranged for the occasion. This month is also the time when 8th graders must make their final decisions on to where they will go to high school. This is the month when admission ap-
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By Ellie Zisblatt 8th Grade This month, Yavneh’s middle school students were privileged to receive a very important visitor, the chief Rabbi of Israel, David Lau. The Rabbi toured our beautiful campus with school administrators, and then he addressed the students in a special assembly. Hearing a speech from this rabbinic leader was an experience that each and every student will remember forever. Also at Yavneh this month, the middle school students enjoyed winter retreats. For the girls’ retreat, music and inspiring activities took center stage at a campus in Simi Valley. The theme was music, and it included singing, dancing and art. The message of the retreat was that a single instrument (or student) can sound beautiful, but the music of an entire orchestra (the whole group) sounds stellar. The boys middle school enjoyed their own inspiring retreat at a campus in Long Beach. The two retreats complemented and enriched the educational experience we students enjoy at Yavneh!
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By Lily Habas, 6th Grade Zander Penn, 5th Grade
The new year began with a strong sports showing at Echo Horizon School! The girls’ volleyball team had been practicing for a while, and their first games showed outstanding teamwork and sportsmanship. Boys’ basketball was well prepared for their season that started in late January. The sports teams never fail to show our Points of Pride in welcoming visiting teams. Students are hoping track and field will be the next new sport! Mileage Club, a popular recess activity, is a great opportunity for students to exercise and be physically fit. Fitness testing, another part of our athletic program, has been a long-running program to get students to be active and healthy. Students participate in a mile run, push-ups, sit-ups, sit and reach and pacer tests to increase endurance. plications are due, interviews are being scheduled, and the high school placement test is being taken. Lastly, I would like to say good luck to all the 8th graders who will soon be moving on to high school.
CURTIS
By Jasper Gough 5th grade Welcome to February, the month of Valentine’s chocolates. While we will share treats at Curtis, there’s a lot more going on than handing out Valentine’s Day cards. Those students who love books, enjoy spending time with their parents, or want to see a great show will really enjoy this month at school. From Feb. 6 to 12, we will have a Book Spree. The auditorium turns into a gigantic bookstore. Students browse, find some new interesting titles, and become fascinated with a new story. At the same time, the school will host the second grade Book Drive. Students are asked to bring in used books that are still in good condition that will be donated to another school’s library. Your favorite book could become someone else’s new best read. Curtis also gives many opportunities for parents to be involved. Many fathers choose to help out and serve a slice of pizza, or hot dogs, or whatever the meal may be to their children and their children’s classmates. There is also a 6th grade father/daughter, mother/son social, and the 2nd graders have a Daddy/Daughter Dance.
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school news Third Street
By Luca Brancato 5th grade In February we are having a Coin Drive to raise money for Friends of Third, a charity organization made up of parents at Third Street School who raise money to help our school. Some of the things they pay for are music, art and drama classes, our playground/PE coach, technology teacher, computers and classes, teacher funds, library aide, field trips and much more! There is a website with a lot of information which is www. friendsofthird.org. We have other fundraisers during the year, too.
IMMACULATE HEART
By Taite Hylton 10th Grade Time really flies at Immaculate Heart, as we now start our second semester classes! This month’s big event is the cherished Immaculate Heart tradition known as the Ring Ceremony, which occurs on Feb. 6th. During the formal event, members of the junior class receive their Immaculate Heart rings. Following the presentation, the seniors officially welcome the juniors to the upperclass ranks of our school community—an occasion that draws the bond between these students that much closer. Family mem-
bers and friends also attend to celebrate this milestone. Even to this day, many alumnae write and share how they continue to wear their IH rings as valued symbols of their alma mater. February also launches our
season for spring sports, with tryouts and practices starting for track and field, softball, swimming and diving. Many students have already been immersed in conditioning for weeks, and now we cannot wait to see them com-
pete! Students are also preparing for Ash Wednesday on Feb. 18, which marks the start of the Lenten Season. This month students will also observe Black History Month, with a special assembly planned by our BSA Club.
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school news Students named to college dean's list
Adeline Black and Hannah Cook had been named to the Dean’s List at Hamilton College, Clinton, N.Y., for the 2014 fall semester.
Adeline, daughter of Deirdre and Christopher Black, a sophomore at Hamilton, is a graduate of Marymount High School.
Hannah, daughter of Justine and Doug Cook and a junior majoring in anthropology, is a graduate of Marlborough School.
WILSHIRE WARRIORS age six and under team celebrated their first championship victory. Registration continues at wilshirewarriors.com until Feb. 6 for the spring season that begins in March for boys and girls ages five to 14.
AYSO soccer playoffs end, tournament season begins As the fall season of American Youth Soccer Organization’s (AYSO) Region 78 (Hollywood-Wilshire) season comes to an end, tournament season has begun. “Some younger teams just participated in the local Sportsmanship Cup, including the boys’ under 10 team who will play through the winter in tournaments around Southern California,” said Cathleen Genewick, a parent volunteer. “Most of these kids will participate in basketball, but like to keep playing soccer post regular season,” she added. All-Star teams, made up of youngsters who try out to form a post-fall season team, also typically continue to play through the spring as well. Important to note, adds Genewick, is the huge number of volunteer hours it takes to keep soccer in the community. “There are a very small handful of volunteers that make these local leagues run.” Rebecca Weinreich, for example, coaches both Wilshire Softball and AYSO girls’ teams. She also volunteers to referee and umpire games. “It’s a lot of work that takes away from family time, personal time and work to give local kids a good experience. I’d like to inspire others to step up and show their children that
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By Abigail Jimenez 12th Grade Led by L.A. High’s band director, Mrs. Davidson, who coincidentally marched in the All City Band when she was a high school student, the L.A. High Band and Color Guard marched with the All City Band. Their next performance was at the Martin Luther King Jr. parade. During winter break, students completed a mosaic mural on the big wall facing the dean’s office, with the help of grants and a partnership between the Harrison Trust, L.A. High and Cedar Sinai’s Share and Care program, which involves art therapy for students. The mosaic highlights the history and strength of L.A. High. The spring semester began with the introduction of Breakfast in the Classroom, in which students are given the opportunity to have a morning meal during the first 15 minutes of the day. Homeroom, which meets once a week, was added to the schedule, as well.
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school news Local boy inspires sporting goods drive for youth center outgrow,” Taking note of the he told obsolete his Dad, Chase. sports equipment that “The was piling up c o n v e rin the garage sation of his famquickly ily’s Windgrew from sor Square that to the home, St. amount Brendan of items fifth grad- UNUSED EQUIPMENT in his family’s that must er Hunter garage inspired Hunter Campen. be sitting Campen had in the gaan idea. “There must be kids rages of our entire neighborsomewhere who could take hood, and shifted from having advantage of this stuff we a trunkload of items to a truck-
load,” recalled Chase. The pair got the word out via a flyer, and on a rainy Saturday morning in January, Hunter greeted families at St. Brendan’s as they dropped off everything from baseball bats and lacrosse sticks to cleats,
balls, hula hoop, athletic shoes and even a trampoline. The Salvation Army provided a truck to collect the equipment which was later distributed to the Siemon Family & Youth Community Center in South L.A.
“We are very fortunate to have the things that we have, and I was glad to help other kids who can really use these items,” said Hunter. “It’s important to help other people because it shows that you care, and they know that someone out there is thinking about them.”
Creative programs at Pilgrim revved up during STEAM week ity food, water deficits, human environmental impact, city planning and transportation, and mental health. The week kicked off with visits from Pilgrim alum Grant Imahara, an engineer, electronics and radio control expert and former cast member of TV show, “Mythbusters.” Younger students met with David Schwartz, author of more than 50 books on math and science for children. Students presented their projects at an evening family celebration that included food trucks and science activities throughout the campus.
Student-run charity fundraiser Violets’ Giving Circle, a Marlborough School studentinitiated organization that raises funds for underprivileged women and girls, is hosting its annual fundraiser on Sun., March 1 from 4 to 7 p.m. “Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 15" will be at the Ebell of Los Angeles, 743 S. Lucerne Blvd.
The group aligned itself with the Women’s Foundation of California as a donoradvised fund. “We are proud to say that we are the only 501c3 organization in the country that is led solely by high school students,” said board member and Marlborough student Madeleine Simon.
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When is it time to say good Holiday party; live performances at show Just when you thought you were: Beate and Neil McDer- with husband Edgar. bye to your ‘mommy’ car? could get a jump on that New mott with daughters Hanna ***
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Maryvale supporter in spotlight Sue Ellen Waters’ dedication to the Los Angeles Orphanage Guild will be recognized at the Guild’s “Heart to Heart” benefit dinner on Fri., March 6 at the Montage Hotel in Beverly Hills. “An incredible volunteer, she has served as president three times, has increased membership and has held every office,” said Patricia McVerry, current president. Waters, Fremont Place, first joined when her mother-inlaw Voula Waters was active with the group. The Guild raises funds for Maryvale, which provides residential, educational, mental
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(Continued from page 26) raised much-needed funds for the hospital that leads the world in understanding, treating and defeating childhood cancer. And grateful families never receive a bill! Attendees also had the added thrill of a first look at Modern and Contemporary and Historic and Traditional paintings, sculpture, and live performance pieces from 120 galleries representing 22 countries. Calavera Tequila, wines and cocktails were ac-
companied by selections from L.A. restaurants who generously donated their services. There to enjoy the pasta from Fabiolus Cucina, and tuna tarte from Chaya were: Babe and Bill Yohansen, Jack Breton, Scott Forrester, Ruth and Hutton Wilkinson, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Marcie Bronkar. The Pinks were there serving their world famous hot dogs with all the trimmings: Beverly, brother Richard and his wife Gloria. And that’s the chat!
Women Writers at Mount St. Mary's Nikki Giovanni, poet, author, commentator, activist and educator, will serve as L.A. Women’s Writers conference’s keynote speaker on Sat., March 14 at Mount St. Mary’s University, Doheny campus, 10 Chester Place. Co-sponsored by the University and the L.A. chapter of the Women’s National Book Association, the theme of the conference is “Imagination: The Fiction Writer’s Life.” Visit lawritersconference. org.
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PAST REGENTS of the Eschscholtzia chapter of DAR convened to celebrate its 120-year history.
Local DAR chapter marks its 120th anniversary A local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) began 120 years ago when Jesse Benton Fremont founded the Eschscholtzia Chapter. Members celebrated the anniversary recently at Wilshire
Country Club where they viewed displays of historical memorabilia. The word Eschscholtzia comes from the scientific word for the California Poppy. The LA-Eschscholtzia Chapter is the second oldest DAR
chapter in California. Currently headed by Margaret Hess, it has a record of civic service including rolling bandages for the American Red Cross during World War I to sending care packages to troops in Afghanistan.
Learn dance styles of the 30s, then put them to use at a dinner dance on Sat., Feb. 14 sponsored by the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles at the Ebell Club, 743 S. Lucerne Ave. Walter Nelson will conduct a class on the fox trot, tango and waltz as well as a few jazzy variations on Wed., Feb. 11 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Ebell. Beginners are welcome, as well as experienced dancers. No partner is required; Jazz Age attire is encouraged. Cost is $10. Dancers can try out their new moves at the “In the Mood—Love in the ‘30s” dinner/dance on Valentine’s Day.
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Bring cheer to those who could use a lift by making valentines for seniors and shutins on Sun., Feb. 8, 4 to 7 p.m. at the Big Sunday offices at 6111 Melrose Ave. Volunteers are needed to deliver the valentines on Sat., Feb. 14. In addition, donations of canned fruits and vegetables will be collected. For more information, contact rob@bigsunday.org.
Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres begin at 6 p.m. with a threecourse dinner created by executive chef Louis Pechan served at 7 p.m. Attire is vintage 30s or black tie. Tickets are $60 for Ebell and ADSLA members; $75 for non-members for the full evening. Dancing only, which starts at 8 p.m., is $25 for members, $30 for nonmembers. For tickets go to ebelleventtickets.com.
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Revolution in art, wine at LACMA “The Art of Wine: Revolutions in Art, Wine and Politics—Bordeaux and Delacroix” celebrates Valentine weekend on Fri., Feb. 13 at 6:30 p.m. The Musee des Beaux-Arts in Bordeaux joins LACMA in viewing great art of the 19th century and sampling five wines with commentary by Barbara Baxter of Planet Wine. Tickets are $100/$90 members. Visit lacma.org or call 323-857-6010.
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Patricia Foster Rye Mother Vi (Bette Smith) appears as a ghost/memory from time to time. Of the three sisters Ms. Asjes as Teresa fares the best as she has found the deeper nuances of her character. As the play progresses, family histories and secrets are revealed and the subject of memory and memories are explored. There are some laughs along the way. The play asks the question “Who are you, if
you don’t have your memories,” but doesn’t answer it. Through Sat., Feb. 14, Promenade Playhouse, 1404 3rd St. Promenade, 310-6568070. 3 Stars *** Three characters walk into a bar... In Revival, a new play by Carla Neuss, they discover an unusual establishment run by bartender/owner Crispin (Ben Moroski). To receive one of Crispin’s remarkable drinks, a story or inclination must be told. Master storyteller Tyler (Victor Gurevich) is the best raconteur. Burnt-out pastor Fred (James Svatko) and Jo (Adrienne Whitney) a student/escort struggle with their yarns. There are other
rules in this unique establishment aimed at keeping the bar “somewhere sacred.” Crispin is awaiting the arrival of a special and supposedly transformative, rare liqueur, but its arrival is somewhat anticlimactic. The play wanders, and
we’re never sure where the bar is, if it’s real, or the reason for its existence. Through Sat., Feb. 7, Saturdays only, The Acting Artists Theatre, 7313 Santa Monica Blvd., 949-616-9726. 2 Stars
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Soviet hockey tale fascinates, Chaplin showed wisdom
Red Army (8/10): The story hicle still creates a sufficient of the 1980 Soviet Olympic amount of tension along with hockey team told through the the plot twist that make it enLayout 1 10/5/11 12:41 PM Page Viachaslav 1 eyes of captain Feti- tertaining. Frankly, though, sov highlights the dismal rela- the plot twist made absolutely tionship between Fetisov and no sense to me. This is inthe other players on one side tended to capture the clausand their dictatorial coach, trophobic feeling of being in Viktor Tikhonov, on the other. a disabled submarine of quesIt goes on to tell how all the tionable safety in the ocean players came to play in the depths. Unfortunately, good as NHL, how they finally got to- this movie is, director Kevin gether on the same team, and McDonald has apparently nevthe effect it had on the NHL, er seen the inside of a real sub closing with what became of because this one is big enough RSE t/Ginger Soup Fetisov. It’s a fascinating film. to play basketball in. OURSE Black Sea (7/10): DESSERT COURSE Taken 3 (5/10): ScreenwritDespite Choice of the fact that it’s too long and ns with Roasted Pecans & Bleu Cheese Home-made Pumpkiner PieRobert Mark Kamen has apmic Vinaigrette with Cinnamon Gelato parently run out of ideas for lacks humor, this Jude Law ve-
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(Continued from page 1) We saw Danni Sabato in Lemonade where she told us her son Joey is manager/partner at The Church Key restaurant on Sunset Blvd. It’s going to be featured on “Iron Chef” on “Bravo,” she said. *** We met Mike Lanni having a coffee at Peet’s and learned his son, Mike Jr., is combining his artistic talents with a campaign for climate change.
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Hynkel was similar to him and Tomainia was similar to Germany, so he ignored it. Seth Rogen, however, shows a lack of understanding of effective satire, by using the names of a real person and country. It’s no surprise that Rogen once again relies on cheap sex jokes, priapism and foul language as substitutes for humor in this inept, unfunny film. Since Rogen has both writing and producing credits, there was no worry that the movie would not have a surfeit of F-bombs, a word without which Rogen apparently cannot communicate. Visit tonymedley.com.
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reload, gunfights in crowded areas, chases that spring out of nowhere, well I could go on and on. It seems as if there is at least one plot hole every minute. It piles non sequitur upon At the non sequiMovies tur, defying with cohesion or Tony reason. The InterMedley view (2/10): When Charlie Chaplin made “The Great Dictator” (1941) satirizing Hitler, his character was named Adenoid Hynkel, not Adolph Hitler. Only the initials were the same. And Hynkel’s country was not Germany but Tomainia. If Hitler wanted to protest, he’d have to prove that
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this until-now entertaining Liam Neeson franchise. This is a formulaic, often preposterous, excursion into revenge violence. Director Luc Besson has clearly lost his way in this film. Oh, well, all good things must come to an end, and that’s what’s happened here. Too bad; with new blood it could continue for a long time. But this one could be the killing blow. Wild Card (5/10): It would be hard to believe that it took longer than 15 days to shoot this Jason Statham vehicle, which is a remake of Burt Reynold’s 1986 “Heat.” There’s no story to speak of, just an excuse for unarmed gambling addict Jason Statham to use his martial arts to dispatch lots of bad guys who need shaves (generally around 10 at a time) and are armed with guns and knives, yet emerging without so much as a scratch. Cameos by Jason Alexander and Stanley Tucci are wasted, although Tucci provides some spark. Song One (3/10): Anne Hathaway spends a lot of time sitting by her song-writing brother’s bedside waiting for him to come out of a coma (tick, tock, tick, tock). When it mercifully cuts to scenes of her having a love affair with a folk singer (Johnny Flynn), one realizes how comparatively action-packed it was to watch her sitting by her brother’s bedside. The music’s not bad, though. Blackhat (2/10): This is the new kind of thriller, one that relies on action without logic. It’s ludicrous, full of guns that fire unending rounds of ammunition without needing a
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Great seafood menu at Son of a Gun; Ball & Chain so-so was the $16 seared octopus salad. Our first reaction was “Where’s the octopus?” because mixed greens and dozens of chickpeas completely obscured the sparse chunks of the cephalopod. Octopus lovers should look elsewhere to indulge, but the rest of us will find much to love. Son of a Gun, 8370 W. Third St., 323-782-9033. Lunch and dinner. *** On a recent drizzly evening my family needed a comfort food fix, so we went to Ball & Chain. Nestled on the foodand-club corridor of Cahuenga, this attractive bar features over 100 beers and five varieties of meatballs—beef, pork, veggie, turducken and a daily special. Among the offerings, $3 buys one three-inch ball in a bowl; $10 gets two balls on ciabatta. We started with a couple of $6 pints and a delicious bottle of Belching Beaver, a rich stout with a homey hint of peanut butter. However, it was all downhill from there. Between the four of us, we had all four regular meatballs and sauce varieties
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sautéed greens. Of the balls, the beef was best. The chickpea and quinoa veggie ball was flavorful, but unpleasantly mushy. Pork was rubbery ground sausage and turducken lacked flavor altogether. They offered a free beef ball to make up for the fact that most of our balls came out cold, but that took so long they brought out crispy Brussels sprouts to
apologize. We were glad they did, because the balsamicsprinkled sprouts were easily the best dish of the night. Staff was friendly and tried really hard, but the stars just weren’t aligned. During Happy Hour, a $2 beef slider, $5 draught and those Brussels sprouts might just make things alright. Ball & Chain, 1643 N. Cahuenga Blvd., 323-465-2255.
DanceBrazil at the Annenberg DanceBrazil is at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts Fri., Feb. 6 and Sat., Feb. 7. The program includes West Coast premieres of Gueto, choreographed by Viera to music of Marcos Carvalho, and Búzios, choreographed by Guilherme Durarte. The company will conduct masterclasses in Afro-Brazilian movement and Capoeira.
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“There is a Happiness that Morning Is” by Mickle Maher has opened at the 99-seat Sacred Fools theater, 660 N. Heliotrope Ave. Director Ruth Silveira, Council St., said the theater is in its 18th year. The Fri., Jan. 30 performance is Donate What You Can night, any amount accepted, said Silveira.
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SpaceX, artists to merge at new tech lab at LACMA Inspired by the Art and Technology program of the 1960s, LACMA has re-launched the program pairing artists with tech companies and supported by companies like Accenture, Google and SpaceX. The Art + Technology Lab is in the museum’s recently renovated Balch Research Li-
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Greenworks adds Kaliski to board John Kaliski has joined the board of directors of California Greenworks, Inc. Kaliski, Windsor Village, heads John Kaliski Architects & Associates and is a member of the Mayor’s Design Advisory Panel. An architect, urban designer and teacher, Kaliski has provided design guidelines for numerous projects. These include Hollywood Blvd., Jordan Downs, Mid-City Crenshaw and Ocean Park
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Fickett built ‘palatial’ homes for everyone By Suzan Filipek Edward Fickett built “palatial” homes for the middle class, world-class resorts, a residence on Switzerland’s Lake Geneva for Charlie Chaplin and renovated an historic L.A. Fire Station, for which he won one of his many awards. A book about his 50-year career was recently published by Rizzoli, “California Moderne and the Mid-Century Dream: The Architecture of Edward H. Fickett.” The hardcover written by Richard Rapaport is divided into 11 parts, featuring “Hollywood garden apartments,” “houses in the hills,” “resort hotels,” “beach houses,” “Palm Springs” and more. The book sells for $65 at Chevalier’s and Amazon. He designed the original Sands Hotel in Las Vegas, passenger and cargo terminals at
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the Port of L.A. and the master plans for Edwards and Norton Air Force Bases. Fickett designed some 60,000 homes, says his widow, Joyce, who grew up on Irving Blvd. Married in 1980, the couple split their time on Irving and a home at the Fickett-designed
Trousdale Estates in Beverly Hills. After his death in 1999, Joyce continued to manage his office on Beverly Blvd. until 2012. Fickett built homes for Joan Crawford, Ava Gardner and Dick Clark to prefabricated ones for returning World War II vets. A lieutenant commander in the U.S. Navy in charge of the Pacific Arena, he also built Marine bases. “He saw so much misery during the war, from friends that died… injuries and amputations… He vowed if he survived, he would design affordable housing for every serviceman that was in the war…. affordable yet palatial.” Stellar team He got that chance as architectural adviser to President Eisenhower and a consultant
to the federal government on housing. He soon realized there was a lack of manpower to do the job, so he formed a stellar team of Buckminster Fuller, A. Quincy Jones, Rudolph Schindler and Richard Neutra. Calling it the American Institute of Architects University Lecture Series, the esteemed group traveled to Stanford, Berkeley, MIT, University of Florida and other top-notch schools coast to coast to recruit students. When Fickett wanted to add Frank Lloyd Wright to the team, the group bet him $10 the cantankerous architect would never join. “He got Frank Lloyd Wright and he got $10,” Joyce said. He also got hundreds of students to sign up to help build his vision of affordable housing.
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He built some 10,000 homes in the San Fernando Valley with open kitchens and wood, brick and glass throughout. Brought outside in “His theme was always to bring the outside in,” Joyce said. He was a forerunner in raising ceiling heights and floor-to-wall windows. He was the most sought after designer of his day, says Joyce, and had a TV show and celebrity clients who waited up to two years for a custom home. Among his private residences is a home at 131 Fremont Place. The fourth-generation Angeleno found inspiration from his youth. According to the American Institute of Architects, of which he was a fellow, he drew “on his childhood memories of being cut off from his mother as she pre(Please turn to page 5)
Can California’s water ever be sustainable? What does an ongoing drought, a growing population and increasing impact of climate change mean for the state’s future. Mark Gold, acting director, UCLA Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, will moderate a panel on Thurs., Feb. 5 at 7:30 p.m. asking “Can California’s Water Ever Be Sustainable?” Consequences of mismanagement leading to a degrading delta ecosystem, overdraft of groundwater basins statewide and numerous farms without water allocations are among concerns, he says. Joining him will be Jeffrey Kightlinger, general manager, Metropolitan Water District of Southern California; Felicia Marcus, chair, State Water Resources Control Board, and Ellen Hanak, senior fellow, Public Policy Institute of Calif. Co-presented with the Hammer Museum, the Next Wave event will be at the Hammer, 10899 Wilshire Blvd. Free, tickets are at the box office one hour before the program.
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RENOVATIONS of this Tudor in Fremont Pl. included an open kitchen and large windows to the outside.
Fickett built palatial homes for everyone (Continued from page 4) memories of being cut off from his mother as she prepared meals in the kitchen.” He would “rethink radically how space in the home could be rearranged to bring the family together.” Nicknamed the King of the Tennis Courts, having been the first architect to design cantilever tennis courts, upon his death the AIA named him “An American Hero.” Governor Davis praised him as “an exceptional architect who made many beautiful contributions to his community and to the people of this great state.” When he died in 1999 he was working on the restoration of the city’s historic City Hall. President Bill Clinton presented Joyce with a letter of condolence, along with an American flag.
Women architects to speak at AIA's 'Powerful' event In its first-ever symposium dedicated to women, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Los Angeles is bringing women into the spotlight. Called “Powerful,” the symposium is on Fri., Feb. 27 starting at 9 a.m. at the Annenberg Space for Photography at 10050 Constellation Blvd., Century City. Speakers will share insight about their achievements in art and design as well as a greater understanding of the challenges they’ve overcome. Speakers include Francis Anderton (host, DnA: Design & Architecture) Donna Barry, (design principal, AC Martin), Isabelle Duvivier (Duvivier Architects) and Windsor Square resident Martha Welborne, (executive director, Countrywide Planning –METRO). Call 213-639-0768 or go to www.aialosangeles.org.
What would happen if science was our common language and part of our everyday vocabulary? Billed as “the hippest event in L.A.,” hear from those who are creating tomorrow’s scientific community today at the Natural History Museum’s First Fridays program. First Fridays kicks off on Feb. 6 from 5 to 10 p.m. at 900 Exposition Blvd. Lila Higgins, manager of the museum’s Citizen Science, will lead tours that explore hidden wildlife in L.A. at 5, 5:30 and 6 p.m. The topic of a discussion at 6:30 p.m. with Sam Droege and moderated by Dr. Michael Quick, department of biological sciences is “Taking Control of Your World-Citizen Science Activism.”
Following the discussion, continue the conversation with the Nerd Brigade at 7:30 p.m. The Brigade includes people with diverse backgrounds in science and community. KCRW’s DJ Raul Campos and special guest Mr. Pauer will spin music from 5:30 to 10 p.m. in the DJ Lounge. A pop-up performance in the Concert Hall features psychedelic tropical sounds by Quitapenas at 7:15 p.m. British musician Tom Vek brings electronic punk rock to the stage at 8 p.m.; Robert DeLong will showcase his background in jazz at 9:15 p.m. General admission tickets are $18 and provide access to all First Fridays events. To purchase, go to nhm.org.
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Luck, talent and a celebrity paved his way to USC Edward Fickett, a tall, youthful, gregarious man, whom passers-by often mistook for Jimmy Stewart, attended the architecture school at the University of Southern California. Hard times intervened and forced him to leave after his first year and go to work for his father, a building contractor. On one job, for actress Irene Dunne, he walked into the kitchen for a glass of water and found her crying at the table. She said the renowned architects she’d hired from New York and Italy couldn’t translate her vision. Fickett asked what she wanted, and began drawing plans on the back of her blueprints as she spoke. "Yes, my son! Keep going! This is what I want. They haven’t understood,’’ Dunne allegedly told Fickett, then still a teen-ager. Three days later, an anonymous donor paid Fickett’s way back to USC, completely covering his tuition, books, room and board. Years later, Dunne confirmed it was her.
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Cosmetic surgery on your lawn can pay off big time Artificial turf is like cosmetic surgery for your lawn. You get it hoping it will look great but if it goes wrong, it can look just awful. Whether under the knife or under the spade, you can spot a bad job a mile away. A stroll through the plastic faces and puffy lips of Beverly Hills or a drive past mini-golf turf posing as front lawn can each inspire double-takes. And not in admiration. But recent eco-friendly technology and aesthetic improvements in artificial turf are making it harder and harder to spot the fakes. More realistic Artificial turf began as shiny plastic strips of fake grass—all colored in one shade—too green to be true. But modern products offer numerous tones with realistic color blends and low-sheen finishes. Fremont Place resident Monica Rosenthal recently removed her water-guzzling fescue. After hosting many outdoor events where large trees meant perpetual shade and muddy areas, she decided to install synthetic grass. “We wanted to put in artificial grass when we moved in 10 years ago but the prod-
uct looked bad and had a fake green color. The new grass has brown underneath, some yellow and three shades of green.”
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Browns and yellows have been added to the color palette to imitate thatch—the layer of living and dead shoots, stems and roots that lie on top of the soil and beneath the visible grass blades. It’s a natural part of the life cycle… like wrinkles. Turf designers realized that when synthetic turf was missing this mature layer, it looked flat and phony. So they added the “character” that nature would have given it to create better looking turf. Less water and maintenance Two advantages of artificial turf over a living lawn is that it requires less water and maintenance. The L.A. Dept. of Water and Power estimates that the
average residential customer spends 60 percent of their water use on outdoor irrigation. Artificial grass, although expensive to install, will lower utility bills and might even qualify for a rebate from the LADWP. Plus, there’s no mowing and little if any maintenance. Designer Lisa Angel installed synthetic grass at her own home after noticing it at dog parks. “We have two large dogs and the artificial grass has been such a great thing with them. It’s made the yard much easier to maintain.” Safety concerns Richard Hayden, master gardener of the Los Angeles Natural History Museum, said newer artificial turf products are safer than they used to be. “They had many health concerns early on, but now you can find artificial turf manufacturers that are more ecofriendly. The technology is much better.” While some brands still contain high amounts of petroleum-based chemicals, others are made from soybeans and other renewable sources. Consumer research is recommended before selecting arti-
FREMONT PLACE resident Monica Rosenthal replaced her water-guzzling fescue with synthetic grass.
ficial turf for your home. Real or fake Like cosmetic surgery, artificial turf doesn’t always pass as the real thing. Maybe fake grass will be so common in the future, that we won’t even know what real grass (or a real 65 year-old) looks like. But for now, we can still gaze upon some originals, like Maggie Smith and her magnificent authenticity. For more information, go to So Cal Water Smart Turf Rebate Program at http://socalwatersmart.com/qualifyingproducts/turfremoval.
BROWNS AND YELLOWS have been added to imitate thatch.
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Harold Henry Park named for former area councilman Harold Henry Park, tucked away in the quiet Windsor Village neighborhood, is being renovated to the applause of a grateful community. But many people are unclear of just who Harold Henry was, and the many things he did for Los Angeles that directly affected its growth, beauty and livability. Henry was born in Virginia City, Nev., but moved to California after graduating from the University of Nevada. He served in Officers’ Training School in 1918, and later became executive secretary of the Western Avenue Business Association. He took a leading role in spearheading basic improvements to the Wilshire District. In 1937, Henry reorganized the Association into the Wilshire Chamber of Commerce. In 1938, he was appointed as a member of the City Playground and Recreation Commission by Mayor Fletcher Bowron. He served as councilman for the Fourth District beginning in 1945, where he created parks, amended building height limits on Wilshire
BUST of the park’s namesake. AT PARK DEDICATION in 1966 are bust sculptor Henry de la Vega and Henry’s secretary Vivian Van Ausdall.
Blvd., formed the Wilshire Police Division, established libraries, and founded one of L.A.’s longest standing newspapers, the Wilshire Press. As the councilman for the Fourth District, Henry focused on widening and improving principal traffic arteries such as Melrose Ave., Beverly Blvd., Wilshire Blvd. and Olympic Blvd. The widening of Wilshire Blvd. was another of his achievements. Henry also oversaw the installation of storm drains, sewers and the ornamental lighting of
COUNCILMAN Henry, right, congratulates Realtor Louis Rich on Rich’s 99th birthday.
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other rooms on your way out to give added protection. Notify! Once outside, call the fire department. Dial 911 from a neighbor’s phone, a landline is best for zeroing in on your location. Be prepared to provide the address, nearest cross street and call back
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at Beverly and Van Ness and the West Wilshire playground and swimming pool. Henry instituted repaving and lighting Larchmont Blvd. and developed measures of safety for pedestrians by installing crosswalks on Larchmont Blvd., Fairfax Ave. and other major streets. One of Henry’s biggest achievements was enacting two new commercial zone classifications, which have been vital in protecting Wilshire Blvd. against encroachments by developers. Before his death on May 1, 1966, Henry was named “Mr. Wilshire Center” at a ceremony where many locals paid tribute to his achievements and legacy.
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Lawyers concert on docket Feb. 28 The Los Angeles Lawyers Philharmonic and its chorus, Legal Voices, under the baton of founder-conductor Gary S. Greene performs its winter concert Sat., Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m., at Wilshire Methodist Church, 4350 Wilshire Blvd. The “legal” musicians will
perform the second movement of Beethoven’s “7th Symphony,” Leonard Bernstein’s “Chichester Psalms,” Borodin’s Polovetsian Dances and the Jupiter from Holst’s “The Planets.” Legal Voices is composed of lawyers, judges, law students
and staff. The program will also feature a tribute to the late jazz great, Louis Armstrong. Jim Raycroft is the choral director. Tickets are $20 for adults; $15 for students and seniors (65+) at LALawyersPhil6. eventbrite.com. or at the door. Visit www.LALawyersPhil.org.
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CicLAvia goes on a spring bike tour through the Valley CicLAvia will make the San Fernando Valley its home on Sun., March 22 when Metro presents CicLAvia—The Valley. The event takes place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The route runs 5.5 miles along Lankershim Blvd. between the North Hollywood Metro Red Line stop at Chandler Blvd. and the Universal Studio Red Line stop, and along Ventura Blvd. between Campo de Cahuenga and Coldwater Canyon. CicLAvia co-founder and executive director Aaron Paley said, “This is our first time in the Valley, and it is by no means our last. We plan on making our spring slot an an-
nual exploration of different parts of the great San Fernando Valley.”
Help green L.A.; adopt parkway tree Interested in a free street tree? Help green L.A. and beautify your street by adopting a tree for your parkway. Residents can get a list of approved trees, as well as an online “permission to plant’ form at EnvironmentalLA.org. All sites will be surveyed for eligibility and appropriate tree species selection; palm trees are ineligible. For information, visit the website or call 213-485-0527.
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Several museums free for all on Jan. 31 Visit LACMA, Craft & Folk and Page as part of SoCAL Museums Free-for-all on Sat., Jan. 31.
Board meeting set The Board of Public Works will meet on Feb. 9 at 6 p.m. in the Wallis Annenberg Building, Muses Room, at the California Science Center, 700 Exposition Park. “Residents are encouraged to participate…” said Board president Kevin James. The agenda includes the Clean Street Program and the Broadway Neighborhood Stormwater Greenway Project. Call 213-978-0262.
Exhibit features Hollywood’s Cool “Hollywood Cool: The John Hamilton Archives” photo exhibit is from Fri., Feb. 13 to Sat., Feb. 21 at the Morrison Hotel Gallery, located inside the Sunset Marquis Hotel, 1200 Alta Loma Rd. in West Hollywood. Images include photographs of John Wayne, Jayne Mansfield, Steve McQueen, Brigitte Bardot, and Paul Newman, among many others.
Los Angeles County Museum of Art. The Skirball Cultural Center will be open for free on Sun., Feb. 1 as it is closed Saturdays. Special ticketed exhibits and regular parking fees will not apply. For a full listing of all participating museums and for more information visit socalmuseums.org.
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Homestead Museum talks on prohibition, oil tycoon Doheny Books covering U.S. history from 1830 to 1930 will be discussed at three sessions at the Workman & Temple Homestead Museum in the City of Industry. The first session on Fri., Feb. 6 features Bill Bryson speaking on “One Summer: America, 1927.” On Fri., March 6, Daniel Okrent will discuss “Last Call: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition” and on Fri., April 3, Margaret Leslie Davis speaks
on “Dark Side of Fortune: Triumph and Scandal in the Life of Oil Tycoon Edward L. Doheny.” Attendees are asked to read the assigned book in time for each meeting. Books are available at a bookstore, online or at a local library. The talks begin at 10 a.m.; cost is $15 for three meetings. Space is limited; advance registration is recommended. Call 626-968-8492 for information.
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JOHN WAYNE during the filming of “Ed Dorado” in Tucson, Arizona in 1967.
More than 20 museums will participate representing art, cultural heritage, natural history and science. Among them are the California Science Center, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits. Others featured are the Craft & Folk Art Museum and the
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President's Day, art family programs; Ancient Colombia exhibit ZIMMER CHILDREN'S MUSEUM—Discover our Presidents, past and future… and step in their shoes for a day in "If I were president..." Pass laws, be the face of a new coin and share with others what you would do if you were president on Sun., Feb. 15, 2 to 4 p.m. More family programs with music, arts and crafts this month include: Feb 8 – Concert: Miss Melodee is at 3 p.m. Feb 22 – L.A. Puppet Theater Tree of Wonders is at 3 p.m. The museum Free-For-All is
Sun., Feb. 1, 12:30 to 5 p.m. 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 100; 323-761-8984, www.zimmermuseum.org. CRAFT AND FOLK ART MUSEUM—"Man-Made: Contemporary Male Quilters," ends May 3. • "Focus Iran: Contemporary Photography and Video," ends May 3. • "Jonas Becker: The Pile" features multi-media installation of handcrafted sculptures, photography and video representing desire. Ends May 3. • "Iranian Photography: Past & Present" Sun., Feb. 8 at 2 p.m. includes a tea ceremony
and traditional music. Free. RSVP. • "Building Blocks," family workshop is Sun., Feb. 15, drop in between 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. $7 adults/$5 children. Members free. • "Exploring the Male Aesthetic in Quilting" panel discussion with the artists is Sun., March 1 at 3 p.m. Free. Sundays are "pay what you want." 5814 Wilshire Blvd., 323937-4230; cafam.org; free on Sundays. LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART—"Ancient Colombia: A Journey Through
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the Cauca Valley" ends Dec. 31, 2015. Barlach: •"Ernst Portfolios" includes 50 Expressionism works by the German artist. Ends July 12. • "Islamic Art Now: Contemporary Art of the Middle East," ongoing. •"Delacroix's Greece on the Ruins of Missolonghi" ends Feb. 15. • "Christine Corday: Protoist Series, Selected Forms" ends April 5. • "Nature and the FAUST dancing with the young witch, American Vision: The Ernest Barlach. Hudson River School" features 45, 19th -century landscape paintings. bier-Mueller Collection" ends Ends June 7. Feb. 1 • "The Language of Xu Bing" • "Close-up and Personal: ends July 26. 18th Century Gold Boxes from • "Thomas Demand: Pacific the Rosalinde and Arthur GilSun" ends April 12. bert Collection" ends March 1. •"Larry Sultan: Here and LACMA is free after 3 pm Home" ends March 22. Mondays-Fridays for L.A. • "Landscapes of Devotion: County residents and on Visualizing Sacred Sites in the second Tuesday of each India," ongoing. month. •" Archibald Motley: Jazz Age 5905 Wilshire Blvd., 323Modernist" ends Feb. 1. 857-6000; lacma.org. • "Samurai: Japanese Armor PETERSEN AUTOMOfrom the Ann and Gabriel Bar- TIVE MUSEUM—Museum closed during remodeling until Dec. 2015. Follow the construction at www. workzonecam.com/projects/ petersenmuseum/. 6060 Wilshire Blvd., 323st 903-2277; petersen.org. PAGE MUSEUM AT THE LA BREA TAR PITS—Excavator tours feature highlights of the museum and park—labs, Ice Age fossil excavation and visits to the Observation Pit and Project 23. Daily. • Ice Age Encounters with We are offering a free 30-day trial a (life-size puppet) sabertoothed cat are Fridays 10:30, period for prospective new custom11:15 a.m. and noon; Saturers who sign up for ADT Patrol. days and Sundays 11:30 a.m., 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. For more details, Free first Tuesday of each contact Delma Rhaburn at month except July, August.
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Red Cross Preparedness Kids Puppet Show: Thurs., Feb. 26 at 4 p.m. Teens Student Smart: SAT prep class, Sat., Feb. 7, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Teen Meeting: Thurs., Feb. 12 at 4 p.m. Call for activity. Adults First Friday Book Club: Meets Fri., Feb. 6, 1 to 2 p.m. Call branch for title. Computer Comfort Class: Computer basics Mondays through Thursdays from 3 to 5 p.m. Friends of the Library Used Book Sale: Deals on books, CDs and DVDs on Tuesdays from 12:30 to 5 p.m., Saturdays, Feb. 7, 21 and 28 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and Feb. 14 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday Night @ the Movies: See a free film on Tuesdays at 5 p.m. Call branch for
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to sample a variety of teas at a Chado Tea Tasting from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Youngsters can enjoy hands-on creative art activities on the Magnolia Lawn from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy dance and live music by Invertigo Dance Theatre followed A BRIGADOON CAMELLIA can be seen on by an interactive a tour. workshop at 10:30 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. a.m. and 1 p.m. Purchase tick- A Saturday talk at 1:30 p.m. ets for a traditional Japanese focuses on pruning. On Suntea ceremony at 11 a.m. and day, a discussion at 1:30 p.m. 2 p.m. at brownpapertickets. covers using camellias in flocom. ral arrangements. Brand King Special selections prepared of the Southern California Caby Patina, including grilled mellia Society talks about the sweet corn and citrus chicken plant’s care at 3 p.m. will be available for purchase Call 818-949-7980 or go to in the Camellia Lounge from www.descansogardens.org.
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Fete your honey, explore ikebana and bead-making Learn about Japanese culture, take a tram ride with your sweetie or create jewelry from recycled materials this month at the L.A. County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, 301 N. Baldwin Ave., in Arcadia. Valentine’s Day The garden is a great place to bring your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day, Sat., Feb. 14. Frank McDonough, the Arboretum’s botanical information consultant, will talk about love potions from the gardens during tram tours. Reservations are required for tours at 10 a.m. and noon. The Peacock Café will be open for lunch. Ikebana Learn about Japanese cultural traditions while practicing the techniques of moribana, heika and landscape arrangements at ikebana workshops on Fridays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Individual instruction is given to beginning through advanced students. For families Kids ages 3 to 8 will meet at the main entrance for Bookworms, a free storytelling program. Youngsters will "If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need." - Marcus Tulleus Cicero
enjoy plant and nature stories and create a take-home craft on Wednesdays, Feb. 4 and 18 and Sat., Feb. 14 at 10:30 a.m. Children can turn everyday items like old T-shirts or magazines into beautiful jewelry at “Jewelry/Bead Making with Recycled Materials” on Sat., Feb. 21. Must be accompanied by an adult. To register or for more information, call 626-821-4623 or go to arboretum.org.
focus at a class led by Antonio Sanchez on Sat., Feb. 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bird watching Join local birder and avian artist Ken Gilliland on Thurs., Feb. 5 from 8 to 10 a.m. for an easy morning ramble on the Foundation’s scenic canyon land, where more than 50 different species of birds have been seen. Bring your own binoculars and water. Griffith Park An armchair tour of Griffith Park, our nation’s largest urban park, is on Sat., Feb. 14 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Jorge Ochoa, a professor of horticulture at Long Beach City College, will showcase native plants that were rediscovered after a major fire in 2007. Visit theodorepayne.org or call 828-878-1802.
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Native garden design, a bird lovers program and workshops on replacing lawns with drought-tolerant plants are among offerings this month at the Theodore Payne Foundation, 10459 Tuxford Rd. in Sun Valley. Gardening, maintenance, lawn removal A three-part course for home gardeners that offers a sound foundation in design styles and process kicks off on Thur., Feb. 5 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and continues on Thursdays, Feb. 19 and March 5. Class is taught by Amy Nettleton, a licensed landscape architect. Two workshops are offered on how to transition from a lawn to a native garden. On
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beginning and intermediate students. For youngsters Tots ages 3 to 5 can celebrate President’s Day all month long with art projects, stories and fun facts about George Washington and Abraham Lincoln on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to noon. Kids 5 to 12 can get creative by designing old-fashioned valentines at a workshop on Sat., Feb. 14 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Join Jim Folsom, director of the botanical gardens, for a hands-on workshop that explores the botany of sugar and the chemistry of confections on Wed., Feb. 18 from 4 to 6 p.m. The Sweet Science of Candy Making is for youngsters ages 7 to 12. For more information, go to Huntington.org or call 626405-2128.
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Western art sale, exhibit, cocktails at Autry Center The “Masters of the American West Fine Art Exhibition and Sale” opens Sat., Jan. 31 at the Autry National Center of the American West in Griffith Park. The juried exhibition and sale features works by 79 new and established artists. The program, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., will feature a pre-
sentation by sculptor Walter T. Matia, a panel discussion with art collectors, a chuckwagon luncheon and awards presentation. The event continues into the evening with a cocktail reception at 5:30 p.m. and a fine art sale. Patrons and artists will join the festivities and approxi-
Why, if we are extremely happy, are we in “seventh heaven”? ponders Lucy Amanson. The Seven Heavens concept comes from both Islam and the Cabbalists of the Hebrews, who maintained that there are seven heavens, each rising above the other, the seventh and last being the abode of God and the highest class of angels and therefore the level of highest bliss. *** In the military, civilian clothes are called “mufti.” What’s the origin? asks Conor Bentley. Mufti is the ancient Arabic word for an official expert and expounder of the Koran and Mohammedan law; thus the Mufti of Jerusalem is the chief religious official of the Moslems of that city. The word made the leap to denote civil costume in the early 19th cen-
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tury, when British officers in the region began to affect the Moslem form of dress—long, flowered dressing gowns, slippers, and tasseled smoking caps during off duty hours. *** I once had a delicious cocktail mixing champagne and cognac called a “French 75.” How did it get its name? queries Bill Brandt. A great portion of World War I was fought in the Champagne region of northern France. When British officers took over a chateau as a head-
mately 275 works will be sold. The artwork in the show will remain on exhibit through Sun., March 8. Proceeds support the Autry’s education programs, ongoing collections, conservation, and more. For more information, visit TheAutry.org/masters.
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