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Gang members arrested in Larchmont Village tagging Vandalized more than 40 locations

CAMP SECTION. Shakespeare to water sports are offered.

25 - 31 CRIME SPREE. Residents alerted to burglaries.

5 FIFTH DISTRICT runoff results.

5 CELL TOWER complex fought in St. Andrews Square. 6 TOYS R' LANDIS at the Labyrinth. 9 BROOKSIDE'S A-list insider.

16 AMBASSADOR schools to open. 18 ON BIG SUNDAY everyone wins.

35 SEDERS are multicultural at Wilshire Blvd. Temple.

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SECTION TWO Real Estate Home & Garden

AREA HOMES on tour.

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BUCKLE UP. Safety seat check-up is at the Petersen on

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By Laura Eversz A resident’s action in reporting suspicious activity resulted in the arrests of two gang members responsible for a recent spate of graffiti in Larchmont Village.

The suspects, members of the St. Andrews Boys gang, were taken into custody by Olympic Division officers who responded to a call from a resident who observed them tagging in the early morning hours of March 17.

The taggers were subsequently arrested for vandalizing more than 40 locations, said Olympic Division senior lead officer Joseph Pelayo.

The St. Andrews Boys, who usually tag the letters “STA,� claim the area north of Beverly between Western and Van Ness Ave. up to Melrose, said Pelayo. “They are involved in various types of criminal activities throughout this area,� he added.

While small in numbers, the STA gang is a rival of one of the largest—Mara Salvatrucha, or MS—on the north side

of Melrose and east side of Western Ave. The Olympic Division gang unit is actively seeking to curtail STA’s activity and put them out of business, said See Gangs p. 4

Be eco-friendly at Earth Day event Special section starts on page 22 Have fun while helping the environment at the second annual Wilshire Center Earth Day on Wed., April 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The free event will take place on the grass lawn at 3700 Wilshire Blvd. between Oxford and Serrano. “Wilshire Earth Day will build awareness on how we can reduce our carbon footprint,� said Gary Russell of the Wilshire Center Business Improvement Corporation, host of the event.

See Earth Day, p. 14

BATTER UP. Given a clean bill of health after a four-year battle with leukemia, Wilshire Little Leaguer Jakob Duchesneau, above with assistant coach Scott Hite, is back in the batter's box.

See story page 6.

Has historic preservation worked in Windsor Square?

Two views on zone

By Sondi Toll Sepenuk It would be difficult to find anyone in the neighborhood who isn’t aware of the debate over the past decade about whether to give Windsor Square Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ) status.

With nearly 90 percent of

Historic, private gardens on April 19 tour 'Party' for Frances Blend

By Suzan Filipek A lush backyard abundant with native chaparral, a “wild� meadow and a floral Italianate garden can be seen at one of the homes at the Windsor Square-Hancock Park Historical Society Garden Party & Tour on Sun., April 19 from noon to 4 p.m.

Other private gardens on the tour feature a meditation pagoda and custom-designed rock mosaics. Four additional gardens of varying styles will also be open for viewing. Docents and landscape designers will be on hand to discuss specific plants and design issues and to answer questions, said tour co-chairman Laura Foti Cohen.

Proceeds from the Garden Party will help pay for a $200,000 gardening and See GARDEN PARTY, p. 8

Windsor Square’s 1,100 homes retaining the original design of their street-facing 1920’s facades, it’s no surprise that the residents of the neighborhood wanted to ensure a way to preserve its historic architecture.

But the question was, how See Historic preservation, p. 10

Design for Living in May Meet the designers, architects and residents who set the style for area homes and gardens in our special section featured in the May issue.

Advertising deadline is Mon., April 13.

On the Boulevard Glimpses by Jane

A SENSORY GARDEN will grow at Frances Blend School’s Norton Ave. border, says Principal Nancy Cohen, with Garden Party co-chairmen Myrna Gintel and Laura Cohen.

The boulevard coffee shops are weathering the recession.

They serve as an oasis to buffet us against the stormy economy, and also as a reward place to have a cafÊ latte after a long walk or a Pilates session. *** Patty Carroll celebrated her St. Patrick’s Day birthday at the Biltmore Bar with husband Mark Van Amringe and Henrietta and Don Consentino. Libby Jo Snyder, See BLVD., p. 14

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Cut crime by observing

Your observation skills are very important. They may be the deciding factor in apprehending criminals who are targeting our neighborhood.

Thanks to neighbors who reported suspicious activity, several would-be burglars were caught. Whether it’s a car that is new to your street, or pedestrians who seem to be “casing� homes, your action can make a difference.

Crime is on the upswing in our area, and we must act as a deterrent. If your street doesn’t have a block captain, volunteer to fill the assignment. Block captains inform their neighbors on occurrences in the area. And e-mail messages are very effective in getting out the information.

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'Earth Day is coming up.

What do you do to help preserve our planet?'

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

Thanks to columnist

We have been very fortunate to have Josie Martin as a columnist for the past 35 plus years. Her column, Advice from the Psychologist, answered many pertinent questions on children’s issues. Her information was a meaningful contribution to our pages. She has retired, and we will miss her.

Subway Meeting

As we went to press, we learned of a meeting on the Westside subway extension. For information go to our website www.larchmontchronicle.com.

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.IFC=? ?;N Don't walk alone at night; Norton, Gramercy attacks ROBBERIES: A backpack was taken from a victim walking at Gramercy Pl. and 5th St. on March 7 at 11:30 p.m.

Two suspects approached the victim, who ran fearing for his safety. One of the suspects chased the victim and brandished a handgun; the victim then dropped his property and fled.

A wallet and cell phone were taken by force from a man walking near Wilshire and Norton on March 16 at 3:30 a.m. Two suspects in a car drove up to the victim; one suspect exited the vehicle, grabbed the victim on the street and threatened him. The suspect then frisked the victim, took his property, returned to the car and fled.

PREVENTION TIP: Pay at-

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"I don't flush the toilet every time I use it. I switched to flourescent light bulbs, and I turn them off when I don't need them. Oh, and I recycle. I also rescued a dog... that's recycling, isn't it?

Whitney Allen Larchmont Blvd.

OLYMPIC DIVISION Furnished by Senior Lead Officer Joseph Pelayo tention to your surroundings and try not to walk alone, especially at night. If approached, try to remember details that will help police.

BURGLARIES: Jewelry was taken from an apartment on the 600 block of S. Norton Ave. on March 2. The suspect gained entry through an unlocked front door.

A watch was taken from a home on the 500 block of S. Van Ness Ave. March 4. The suspect pried open the rear sliding door to gain entry and ransacked the home.

Jewelry, money and sporting (Please turn to page 4)

"I replaced all my light bulbs with flourescent ones, and I've started using 'green' cleaning products. Also, I go to Orange County a lot, and I've started taking Amtrak instead of driving."

Barbara Loos Van Ness Ave.

!IGGOHCNS !;F?H>;L Sun., April 19 – Windsor Square-Hancock Park Historical Society Garden Tour, noon to 5 p.m.

Wed., April 22 – Earth Day celebration, 3700 Wilshire Blvd., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Wed., April 22 - Wilshire Community Police Council Spring Salute, Maggiano’s Little Italy, Grove Dr., 6 p.m.

Fri., May 1 - Neighborhood delivery of the Larchmont Chronicle.

Wed., May 13 – Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council meeting, Ebell, 743 S. Lucerne Blvd., 7 p.m.

Thurs., May 14 – Larchmont Blvd. Assoc. Spring Fling, Wilshire Country Club, 6:30 p.m.

"I recycle, use cloth diapers and I drive a hybrid. I'm planning to plant trees with my 2-1/2 year old to commemorate Earth Day." Jodi Emmerson (and Adam) Norton Ave.

"I recycle absolutely everything I can think of to recycle."

Karen Peach Rossmore Ave.

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EARTH DAY Wilshire Center

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SCHOOL NEWS

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RELIGIOUS NEWS 35 AROUND THE TOWN 38 ENTERTAINMENT Theater Review - 40 Gallery Guide - 42 At the Movies - 43

JITTERBUG, a virtual musical duo. Section, 1 15

Section two REAL ESTATE Real Estate Sales - 4 MUSEUM ROW HOME & GARDEN

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Third Street Olympics to benefit homeless

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Children of local homeless families will benefit from the Third Street Olympic Games on Sat., May 2 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on campus at 201 S. June St. Led by more than 700 children who make up the student body, the event is an activityfilled family day in which grades kindergarten through five compete in events including a Crazy Obstacle Course, Wild Water Balloon Toss and Muddy Team Tug-of-War. To gain admission, students bring a backpack filled with new school supplies, which are donated to children of local homeless families.

Hoping to meet the needs of 11,000 homeless youth living in Los Angeles, Third Street Elementary has teamed up with School On Wheels, an organization that provides them with tutoring, backpacks and school supplies.

“Hundreds of kids participate in this Olympicthemed day with a purpose: to supply homeless children throughout L.A. with school supplies and TUG-OF-WAR was at last year’s Olympics. backpacks,” said Ben enrichment efforts on campus Zoldan, a parent volunteer. including a full-time librarian, “Last year, 1,200 people par- computer lab and field trips. ticipated; the result: 814 back“Our event this year is poised packs valued at $28,000 to to be bigger and better, all children in need.” because our community has Students at Third Street truly rallied behind the kids,” also benefit because extra Zoldan said. money raised from the event For more information call goes to Friends of Third; the Ben Zoldan at 323-630-9629 group of parents raise funds or send him an e-mail at ben@ for educational, cultural and broadintegration.com.

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Familiarity is a wonderful feeling. It is the old comfortable shoe, the worn jeans, the meal served when you are not feeling well and the comforting words of an old friend and family member.

Larchmont Boulevard gives you that familiar feeling – like those worn jeans, the old comfortable shoe and the trusted friend and family member. We recently had a breakfast event for the Larchmont Boulevard Association honoring Tom LaBonge and his efforts to change the zoning requirements of the Boulevard to preserve that small town, warm and comfortable feeling. During the meeting, one of the guests suggested that Larchmont is slightly decayed but it only proves to enhance its charm and character. The Boulevard has always been an anomaly but a wonderful and charming one at that.

Our upcoming Spring Fling will be on May 14th at the Wilshire Country Club. We are looking forward to the Spring Fling for its fun, social time, dinner, entertainment and dancing.

We will be looking for you on the fourteenth. On April 19th, the Windsor-Square Hancock Park Historical Society Garden Party will be honoring Carolyn Ramsey and Paramount Pictures.

We applaud and give our many thanks to all the parents and friends of the Third Street Elementary School for their recent fund raising efforts. Children are our future and educating them is our responsibility.

Tim Gogan, D.D.S. reminds me that the Larchmont Medical Building has so many great professionals and their services are unmatched. Please visit us at www.larchmont.com to get a full list of our members. See you at the Wilshire Country Club on May 14th.

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POLICE BEAT

(Continued from page 2) goods were taken from a home on the 200 block of N. Windsor Blvd. on March 9. The suspect pried open the front door to gain entry.

Computer equipment was taken from a home on the 4000 block of Oakwood Ave on March 13. The suspect removed the screen from an unlocked side window to gain entry.

BURGLARY FROM VEHICLE: A cell phone and other property was taken from a grey Honda Civic parked on the 4000 block of Elmwood

WILSHIRE DIVISION Furnished by Senior Lead Officer Dave Cordova Ave. on March 19. A window was shattered and property was missing.

WILSHIRE DIVISION BURGLARY: Property was taken from a guesthouse on the 300 block of S. Mansfield Ave. on March 19.

BURGLARIES FROM VEHICLE: A purse and other property were taken from a car pared on the 100 block of

WINDSOR SQUARE STREET LIGHTING CITY’S POLL DELAYED: ASSOCIATION DEMANDS “RIGHT TO VOTE” ON ASSESSMENT FOR NEEDED LIGHTING The “straw poll” on improving Windsor Square street lighting was not mailed by the City last month, and the Windsor Square Association is demanding that the process move more quickly. The areas to be polled, and the approximate number of street lights proposed to be added, are shown below. If those of us who live near these dark streets want to pay to complete our community’s ornamental street lighting plan and light up the dark streets . . . LET US VOTE . . . so we can demonstrate that we approve of these “special benefits” that we’ll be getting . . . and for which we’ll be paying!

S. Orange Dr. on March 18.

A cell phone was taken from a car parked at First St. and Sycamore Ave. on March 18.

PREVENTION TIP: Lock all doors, windows and sunroofs.

Do NOT leave valuables in your vehicle.

Trash collector tackles peeping Tom near Norton A Norton Ave. resident was taking the trash out to the sidewalk at 7 a.m. on Fri., March 20 when she noticed a man crouched in the shrubbery, staring through a window where her roommate was dressing for work.

The woman screamed at the man and chased him down the street, where a trash vehicle driver joined the chase. The driver tackled the suspect and held him until police arrived.

Another neighbor, hearing the screams, called 911 prompting a patrol officer to arrive within a few minutes.

The suspect was charged with disorderly conduct, a misdemeanor.

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Illegal marijuana outlets in area The Mid City West Community Council Public Safety Committee is urging city officials to deny 45 hardship exemption applications for marijuana dispensaries in Council Districts Four and Five.

Committee members claim the dispensaries have opened illegally and seek exemptions to bypass oversight. Other sites operate less than 1,000 feet from Fairfax High School and 1,000 feet from Melrose Avenue Elementary School.

“There is no reason for these applications to be approved,” considering that 160 dispen-

saries applied lawfully before a moratorium went into effect in Sept. 2007, according to Tara Brown, committee member.

Findings are from a recent public safety walk, organized by the Council and led by LAPD senior lead police officer Art Gallegos. Others participating were Melrose Ave. Neighbors in Action, Melrose Action Neighborhood Watch and the Guardian Angels. Public Safety meetings are held the fourth Tuesdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the National Council of Jewish Women Building, 543 N. Fairfax Ave.

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GANG MEMBERS (Continued from page 1) said Pelayo, and is working closely with the Hollywood gang unit that patrols the area north of Melrose.

He urged residents to report any suspicious activity.

“If you’re out at night and see something suspicious, please call 911 immediately."

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PROPOSED WINDSOR SQUARE STREET LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS, W.O. NO. XXXXXX Ovals indicate vicinities of new Project A and Project B street lights

Project Area A

472 properties; 65 new street lights

Project Area B

285 properties; 39 new street lights

Project Area C

158 properties; 48 new north-south street lights (the area within the dotted lines)

City: Send Us Our Straw Poll! It’s Our Right To Vote!

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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Dinner honors Wilshire police, residents April 22 and Deputy Auxiliary Police mentor youth and encourage their participation in the community.

For tickets call event chairman Suzanne Bank at 818760-2064.

Emergency training Community members are invited to attend free emergency preparedness workshops at the Olympic Community Police Station, 1130 Vermont Ave. on Saturdays, April 18 and 25, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

To register, contact Mona Curry at 213-473-9921, or mona.curry@lacity.org.

A rash of break-ins and car thefts on south Orange Dr., and Mansfield and Highland avenues was addressed at a meeting March 29 with members of the La Brea Hancock

Homeowners Assoc. and the LAPD Wilshire Division.

Wilshire Gang Enforcement Detail officers recovered jewelry, firearms and antique coins from one of three burglaries

Koretz, Vahedi in runoff for 5th district work in the community.

Vahedi’s supporters include several members of the City Council and state and county officials. A labor activist and six-year chairman of the Assembly Labor Committee, he is also an environmentalist. Councilman Weiss will face Deputy District Attorney Carmen Trutanich in a May runoff election in their race to succeed termed-out City Attorney Rocky Delgadillo.

Former state Assemblyman Paul Koretz and neighborhood council member David T. Vahedi will square off for a seat on the Los Angeles City Council in a May 19 election.

Koretz and Vahedi were nearly tied in the March race to replace Councilman Jack Weiss in the 5th District.

Koretz, who also spent 12 years on the West Hollywood City Council, credited his strong initial showing to his

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on Mansfield, said Capt. Eric Davis. While investigating occupants of a car matching the description of a vehicle involved in burglary activity, officers recovered a bag with the stolen property.

Front doors were broken in two of the three burglaries, said Christina Simon, one of the organizers of the meeting.

There also were 10 thefts from parked cars. None of the cars windows or doors were forced, indicating that the suspects had a clicker key for a variety of car models. A number of other burglaries have taken place on other streets in the neighborhood. If residents see suspicious activity, they are urged to call Wilshire Gang Impact Team at 213-473-0444.

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The event is sponsored by the Wilshire Community Police Council (WCPC). Tickets are $100; sponsorship opportunities are also available.

A no-host bar and silent auction will kick-off the event at 6 p.m., followed by dinner and an awards presentation at 7 p.m.

WCPC is a volunteer group that funds youth programs at the Wilshire Community Police Station. Police Explorer

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Playing ball lets cancer survivor just be a kid ond grader at St. Brendan’s, explains why he loves the game. “Um, you can sometimes hit a home run‌ well I haven’t actually hit one yet. But you can if you really hit the ball hard, and if you practice a lot. “Oh, and when you’re HE ALSO PLAYS soccer, but Wilshire Little swinging,â€? he Leaguer Jakob Duchesneau says his favorite adds, “you have game is baseball. to make sure your eyes are Larchmont Village dad. on the ball.â€? “He’s just loving being a “Jakob is one of those ‘glass kid.â€?

Rosy-cheeked and grinning half full’ people through and after scoring a run for his team through,� said his proud dad. “He’s just a wonderful kid on a recent Sunday afternoon, who, even during his treateight-year-old Jakob, a secments, was always so happy.

Throughout this whole thing, he’s just been amazing.�

Also amazing is the way sports makes the big city seem small. “Wilshire is a great league.

Despite being in the middle of a big city, you get to know all these families and you see the Don’t let the uncertainty and discomfort of missing same people year after year,� teeth deprive you of life’s special moments. With said Pete. dental implants, you can smile again with joy and eat “And so many people have again with confidence. With proper diagnosis and reached out to us.� treatment, both beauty and function can be restored.

One of those people is Jack Mansour, who’s coached both Jakob and his younger brother, James.

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By Laura Eversz Jakob Duchesneau was only three years old when he was diagnosed with leukemia.

Looking at him today, after four-and-a-half years of continuous chemotherapy and radiation, “you’d never know,� said his dad, Pete. “The treatment he went through was so rough on him, that by the time he was finally finished, he looked like a walking skeleton.�

But being a member of the Wilshire Little League baseball team has been wonderful for him, and not just physically.

Because he had great immunity problems as a result of the chemo, “he missed a bunch of school and he couldn’t see his friends.

Now, he’s out there having a good time with the other kids, and that’s what he should be doing at this age,� said the

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T-Mobile representatives Synergy Development Services seek a conditional use permit to build four towers with 12 antennae on the roof of the Gailmore Apartments, 108 S. Gramercy.

T-Mobile claims it needs the new station to upgrade its system and increase 911 coverage in the neighborhood.

But there are already 80 stations, mostly with other

companies, saturating a threemile radius of the area with electromagnetic radiation, said Henrietta Consentino, of the St. Andrews Square Neighborhood Assoc.

T-Mobile's aim, she contends, is to compete with those telecom facilities. “We feel it’s an inappropriate place, and it would set a very dangerous precedent."

Zoning Administrator Maya Zaitzevsky said she will make a decision this month, pending review of some 50 letters and e-mails from area residents.

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The only school for blind children in the L.A. Unified School District, many of its 65 students have partial sight but suffer from autism or other handicaps, and will benefit from lessons learned growing basil, lavendar and rhubarb.

Tending the soil also requires language and math skills. “The educational lesson will be the most important part of the garden,� said school principal Nancy Cohen. “The kids are going to love it,� she added.

The garden will include an

“outside science project� of 12 planter boxes, one for each classroom, at the western, Norton Ave. side of the Van Ness Ave. campus.

The fountain will cover a large outdoor entry with tactile-shaped tiles of sea life and mammals that the children can touch as they hear the water trickle down the fountain.

A screen of yellow sunflowers made of recyclable plastic will cover an eyesore of a chain link fence, and a Braille reading garden with benches and wind chimes is targeted for a student entry off Van Ness.

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Also being honored is Paramount Studios, a longtime beneficiary of the school.

Jeff Karsner, children’s gardener at the Huntington Library, and landscape designer Sonny Estrada are on board, as is Hollywood Beautification, which will plant deodar cypress trees along Norton Ave. “We want to help green the community, not just inside the fence but outside,� said Gintel, who hopes to further familiarize the community with the school, opened in 1950.

Garden Party begins, ends at Frances Blend April 19 Pick up your program for the Windsor Square-Hancock Park Historical Society Garden Party & Tour on Sun. April 19 at noon at Frances Blend School for the Visually Impaired, 5210 Clinton St., between Norton and Van Ness avenues.

Timothy Lindsay, head of restoration and preservation of the Virginia Robinson Gardens in Beverly Hills, will talk at 3 p.m. on the campus, where a reception will be held from 4 to 5 p.m., featuring a light supper, raffle and silent auction. Items include box seats for four to the Hollywood Bowl and collector items from the 1939 World’s Fair.

Tickets to the tour are $50 and can be purchased at www.wshphs.org or by mail from: WSHPHS Garden Tour, 137 N. Larchmont Blvd., #13, L.A., 90004. Call 213-243-8182.

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By Laura Eversz Mr. Potatohead, Playdough, It’s no surprise that Slinkies.� one of the proprietors “We’ve just really tried to of Larchmont’s new toy make it fun and interactive,� store, Landis’ Labyrinth, added Wolfus, pointing to is Devoney Wolfus. After toys throughout the store all, she practically grew that are out of the boxes so up on the boulevard. young customers can play Wolfus, 27, was nine with them. Outside, there’s when her mom, Chris, a cardboard rocket that kids took over the general can draw on or play inside store from Bob Landis of. after his retirement more LANDIS’ LABYRINTH is not just A “Mommy and Me� than 18 years ago. And as for kids, insist Devoney Wolfus and group meets at Labyrinth a teenager, she worked Timothy Corrigan. on Monday mornings, and at Pumpkin, the popuWolfus and Corrigan plan vard, Wolfus and her boyfriend lar Village toy store that to host bi-monthly puppet Timothy Corrigan decided to closed several years ago. shows.

So when a survey showed open Landis Labyrinth next to The store has a registry ser“toy store� as one of the top the general store. vice to make gift-buying easier, The place was packed with businesses Landis’ customers and if a customer’s looking for young and old alike at a grand wanted to see on the boulesomething in particular, “we’ll opening last month that featry to track it down for them.� tured a clown, puppet show, The pair, who live in Larchmont jazz band and refreshments.

LBA to host Village, are brimming with excite“We really wanted to do somement about their new business a Spring Fling thing that would bring famiand what they hope it brings to the Support your favorlies back to Larchmont,â€? said boulevard. ite street while enjoyWolfus. “We’re hoping the store “I’m from the Midwest, and ing dinner and dancing will be a destination‌ a place Dev grew up here, so we relate with friends and neighwhere moms can hang out and to the area’s small-town feelbors at the third annual talk while their kids play.â€? ing,â€? said Corrigan.

Larchmont Boulevard Labryinth is full of toys and “We want to help keep our Association Spring Fling games for every age. little pocket here unique,� adds Thurs., May 14 at 6:30 p.m. “Our goal is to have something Wolfus. “We have a lot of ideas, at the Wilshire Country for everyone, not just kids,� said and we encourage our customClub, 301 N. Rossmore Corrigan. “We have board and ers to throw out ideas, too.�

Ave. For information, call trivia games for adults, a teen Landis’ Labyrinth, 140 N. 323-860-4296. section with jewelry, classic toys Larchmont Blvd., 323-465-7998. and favorites like Hot Wheels,

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Yavneh zoning is under review A determination regarding Yavneh Hebrew Academy, 5353 W. Third St., is expected to be made this month by associate city zoning administrator Larry Friedman. He is considering several letters from the community that argue the school is in violation of its conditional use permit.

The complaints refer pri-

marily to Friday and Saturday activities at the school, according to the city’s Code Enforcement Bureau. David Vaccaro, principal nspector of the Bureau, said “no violations have been found.�

Residents argue hours and attendance of weekend services at the school are in violation of its permit.

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zones. Update the zoning laws to protect square-footage per lot footage. Offer individuals the ability to make their house a “historic property� with tax breaks. These are just a few of the ideas that were suggested and have been successful in

(Continued from page 1) to do it?

What resulted was an eightyear battle over whether or not to apply HPOZ status to Windsor Square. After seemingly endless legal back-andforth, Windsor Square’s HPOZ was finally and officially established in March, 2008.

Now that residents have had time to live with the HPOZ for over a year, how do they feel about it?

Mary Pickhardt was chairman of the Preservation Committee for Windsor Square Association, and was actively involved in establishing the HPOZ in Windsor Square. “It has become a ‘non-issue’,� says Pickhardt. “More people in the neighborhood are starting to see the HPOZ board as a resource for free design consultation.

The number of projects that actually come before the Board for a COA (Certificate of Appropriateness) is very few.

In a neighborhood of 1,100 homes, last year there were only nine projects significant enough (potentially impacting the streetscape) to merit review by the Board for a COA.�

On the other side of the fence, so to say, is Thomas Fenady, who was a founder and steering committee member of the NO-HPOZ Alliance. “I am a firm believer in personal property rights and limited government intervention.

I feel that the government should create laws and building codes that protect the citizens but do not dictate taste.�

Fenady was born and raised in Hancock Park, and has worked on the boulevard for more than 25 years. Suffice it to say, Fenady has been an eyewitness to the neighborhood’s evolution. “I’ve seen Larchmont and

other areas.

But, acknowledging that the HPOZ is now a legal “done deal,� Fenady concedes that “it’s here to stay. It’s been through so many court battles, so now we must learn to work with it.�

MAJORITY OF HOMES meet architectural standards.

Hancock Park change, sometimes for the better, sometimes for the worse. The point being, it changes. You can’t stop that.�

Fenady has not been before the HPOZ board himself, but he says that he “has seen various decisions made which are contrary to previous decisions.

These seem to be based upon who is making the request and who the contractor that presents the plans is.�

Although Fenady did not approve of the HPOZ, he definitely sees a need to protect historic architecture. “I agree with the base principles of the HPOZ: to control mansionization and prevent unauthorized building and living environments such as illegal rentals or businesses in residential areas. However, enforcement of current laws along with practical, defined rules should be goals of the citizenry as opposed to tastepolice dictating what homeowners can and cannot do to their own property.�

Although the HPOZ met with some resistance in the beginning, Pickhardt believes that “as the Windsor Square community became more aware of the historic value of their properties and started to study and understand how

good design preserves and enhances property values over time‌ people became enthusiastic supporters.� The HPOZ passed with about 80 percent of the residents supporting it.

The Preservation Committee achieved this support by sending out a network of neighborhood volunteers who knocked on doors and answered homeowners’ concerns over the restrictions that would be put in place. “From that and other feedback,� says Mary, “we developed our Preservation Plan to limit the jurisdiction of the HPOZ review to only the portion of the home that is visible from the street.�

There are many ways to achieve historic preservation, and Fenady still wishes it had gone another way.

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Local youngster’s art makes pages of Time magazine to keep them occupied.

The pair received permission to hang the results on the walls of the office. Both students at St. Brendan School, they also distributed their drawings to other campaign offices.

Because Cassidy didn’t sign her name to the drawing, Ellis

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campaign office. She was volunteering with the One Nation Hollywood phone bank, and gave the girls sketch material

Martorell named to advisory board Chanchanit (Chancee) Martorell has been named to a three-year term on Union Bank’s Community Advisory Board.

Martorell, a Miracle Mile resident, is executive director of the Thai Community Development Center, a nonprofit she founded in 1994 to improve the lives of Thai immigrants.

She has worked for more than 20 years with the Thai community, particularly in areas of affordable housing development, small business promotion and neighborhood revitalization projects.

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The 10-person Advisory Board helps guide the bank in its community reinvestment activities and outreach efforts.

Grove shoppers receive rewards A frequent shopper program is in place at The Grove.

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sent out e-mails to track down the artist. She returned the original art to the youngster at a meeting on Larchmont recently.

Next time, her mother urged, sign your name.

Cassidy said she doesn’t want to be President, but would like to be a veterinarian when she grows up.

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Cassidy Capata made national news when her drawing of President Barack Obama was pictured in the centerfold of an issue of Time magazine during the election.

The seven-year-old daughter of Rachel and Nicholas Capata of Windsor Square drew the picture to help decorate the sparse walls of a local Obama campaign office last fall.

Shari Ellis, one of the volunteers at the campaign office, photographed the picture and put it online. The unsigned drawing was selected from the 40,000 likenesses of Obama from across the country.

Rachel Capata said Cassidy’s picture was chosen for Time’s “Person of the Year” issue because the editors felt it was emblematic of the involvement and interest from artists of all ages and backgrounds.

The lack of a babysitter caused Rachel to bring daughters Cassidy and Marley to the

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Nijst is Women Business Owners member of year Bonnie Nijst, Hancock Park, was awarded Member of the Year by the National Association of Women Business Owners-LA. The president and CEO of Zeesman Communications, Inc., Nijst was among seven honored in March at the annual Leadership and Legacy Awards luncheon held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.

Past president of the NAWBO-LA, Nijst was hailed for applying her expertise to re-brand the organization and helping gain national attention for the L.A. chapter.

“Her ability to integrate NAWBO-LA into the innerworkings of our city’s business environment and the success she has realized with her own company make her the quintessential member,” said Jane Pak, CEO, NAWBO-LA.

Sturman awarded Volunteer of Year at charter convention Lindsay Sturman, a founding parent of Larchmont Charter School, received the Hart Vision Volunteer of the Year award from the California Charter Schools Association at its annual convention in Long Beach in March.

Presenting the award was Danny Corwin, the association’s vice president of development, LCS board member and a Larchmont Village resident. He described Sturman

NAWBO-LA MEMBER of the Year and president/CEO of Zeesman Communications, Bonnie Nijst.

Dermalogica, Inc. founder Jane Wurwand was awarded Woman Business Owner of the Year. Geraldine Knatz, executive director of the Port of Los Angeles, won the Leadership Award.

Neighborhood Council IMPORTANT AGENDA Every meeting of the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council affects our community. Last month’s meeting covered zoning, billboards, land use, traffic, safety and infrastructure.

The March meeting on Wednesday, March 11th had a full agenda with the largest portion of it devoted to land use items. Probably the most important thing the Neighborhood Councils are involved in is being the first step for an owner/developer in presenting “land use” requests to the Board and the community. It is a great way for stakeholders to find out what projects are being planned in the area and also to have a voice in those projects and how they are finally built. We want to be sure the projects not only comply with zoning regulations but also fit into the overall community plan. Some of the Land Use projects on the March agenda were a new wine lounge on La Brea Avenue, a cell phone tower proposed for an apartment building on Gramercy Place and a large development planned for the SE corner of Wilshire and La Brea.

as a workhorse who redefines the word ‘volunteer.’ “Lindsay helped start two elementary schools and is working on starting a third elementary and a middle school under the Larchmont Schools umbrella,” said Corwin. “What sets Lindsay apart is her high integrity; unwavering perseverance and dedication to the LCS mission, transparency and collaboration; and a grace and humility that makes her so deserving of this honor.”

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OBITUARY

Ciro “Mario” Marino, restarauteur to the stars, died in his home on March 25 of lung cancer. He was 76.

Born in Naples, Italy, Marino worked at Chianti and Villa Capri restaurants, and later opened Via Veneto in 1957.

Next he opened Martoni’s in Hollywood, and Martoni Marquis on Sunset Strip, both celebrity hangouts.

Marino opened his namesake restaurant on Melrose Ave. in 1983. It is known as the unofficial commissary for Paramount executives.

He is survived by his wife, Maria; daughter Rosanna and son-in-law Stefano Ongaro; sons Mario and Salvatore; daughter-in-law Maja and granddaughter Mariasole.

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Remember we will not be meeting in April – our next meeting will be May 13th at the Wilshire Ebell located at 743 South Lucerne Boulevard (corner of Wilshire Blvd. and Lucerne Blvd.) with free parking available. Please plan on attending this or a future meeting and learning what we are all about. Watch for details in next month’s column on who our guest speaker will be and what other items will be on the agenda.

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Another important issue at our March meeting was a discussion about signs, billboards, and super graphics.

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And his kindness.

“When Jakob was at his worst, I convinced my wife, Jamie, to let him come with me to his brother's T-ball practice, which Jack was coaching,” remembers Pete.

“Jakob and I were sitting in the bleachers, and he was just so thrilled to be outside and watching his buddies play.

“Jack walks over and whispers in my ear ‘do you think Jakob would be up for hitting a few balls?’ ‘That’d be great,’ I replied, thinking my wife would kill me if she knew.

"So Jakob hobbles over and hits a few balls off the T, and he was so happy. I don’t think Jack realized the significance of that day to us, but I’ll never

forget it.”

Baseball is a right of passage, “and to see Jakob out there playing is just really special,” Pete adds.

There’s every reason to think their oldest boy will be fine, said the Duchesneaus, who’ll welcome a third son at the end of April.

“Our experience with Jakob has put a lot of things in perspective, and we strive to do our part to help others,” said Pete, who was recently elected president of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for the Greater Los Angeles Chapter.

He also serves on the board of directors and as secretary for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern California.

Information about the organizations can be found at www.leukemia-lymphoma.org and www.rmchsc.org.

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U.S. Postal Service removes underused area mailboxes Is the mailbox on your corner missing?

The United States Postal Service (USPS), after conducting density tests in the neighborhood, has removed some mailboxes from area corner locations. Mailboxes that receive less than 25 pieces of mail per day were considered for removal.

While Los Angeles has one of the highest number of collection points in the United States, many of these are being removed because of the decrease in mail due to the

economic downturn. In addition, the price of postage stamps will increase by two cents on May 11.

On Larchmont Blvd., mailboxes remain at Rosewood Ave., in front of Larchmont Optometrics, and in front of California National and Washington Mutual banks.

Post offices in the area include the Nat King Cole branch at Third St. and Western Ave., the Bicentennial Post Office at Beverly Blvd. and Stanley Ave. and the post office at Wilshire Blvd. and Detroit Ave.

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On Looking Good A quick look in the mirror and we start wondering, “Where’d that frown line come from? And when did my lips disappear?� We fret and frown and the frown sticks. Collagen loss means sagging skin and thinning lips.

Everyone takes that hit with aging. It’s like Mother Nature’s “gift with purchase.�

When we don’t like the face looking back in that mirror it has a tremendous cascading effect on our quality of life. Self-esteem and self-confidence affect how comfortable we are relating to others, how confident we might feel about asking for a promotion or raise or even how likely we are to stand up for ourselves in awkward situations. (Ever let a rude person step in front of you at the checkout because you’d prefer to stay invisible with that zit on your chin?) And fair or not, our appearance also affects the way we’re perceived and treated by others. Looking the best we can is not a guarantee that life will be everything we hope for, but it does take us one more step in that direction.

Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald is a Board Certified Dermatologist located in Larchmont Village with a special focus on anti-aging technology. She is an injection training physician for the better known dermal fillers such as Juvederm, Radiesse and the new Evolence as well as a physician trainer for Botox. Dr. Fitzgerald is an assistant clinical professor at UCLA and an international Sculptra trainer for Dermik Laboratories.

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THE YOUNGEST member of the L.A. Youth Orchestra, Eliana Estrada picked up the violin at age four.

alongside professional faculty, perform in professional concert halls and work with world-class guest conductors.

They also practice. A lot. “I was so nervous the day of my audition,� said Eliana, who studies the Suzuki method and goes to violin camp in the summer. “I really didn’t think I’d get in, but I did, and I’m very excited.�

But she admits that the fourhour rehearsals every Sunday afternoon are “sometimes a bit boring. . . and I’m looking at the clock.�

However, at her home on Wilton Place “she just does it herself,� said Susan, who, along with dad, Sonny, often sit with their daughter while she practices. “When she starts to play, that’s it. You can never get her to stop.�

Susan says Eliana’s recent promotion—she moved up to the orchestra’s second row from the sixth after a “seating� audition—“is pretty darn

cool.�

But Eliana, who plays fiddle tunes as well as classical music, and wants to be a chef and a violinist, and have a lot of cats when she grows up, seems nonplussed. “I can hula hoop and play at the same time,� she announces matter-of-factly, taking bow in hand.

Eliana’s first performance with the L.A. Youth Orchestra

Wilshire Rotarians have jumped out making a difference in our cominto Spring, with a host of social and munity that day as well. service activities planned. On the felOn the vocational front, Wilshire lowship front, about twenty Wilshire Rotary will provide music scholarships Rotarians and friends spent a lovely in conjunction with The Harmony weekend wine tasting in the Santa Project on April 22nd.

Ynez region. Our last Thursday of For Youth Service, Wilshire the month mixers continued with Rotarians will be joined by members of a fun gathering at Tom our dynamic Interact Club Bergins on the 26th. at L.A. High, our Rotaract Our next fellowship will Club at Occidental College be held on May 17th, and the Hollywood Boys and we welcome anyand Girls Club for a visit to one interested in learnthe Long Beach Aquarium ing more about Rotary, on April 4th. This is a great or in making friends, to follow up to an informative attend. Details will be speech we heard earlier this posted on our website. year from Heal The Bay. Community Service Please visit our website, i s a l w a y s h i g h o n President Elsa Gillham or join us for one of our our list of priorities, weekly lunch meetings, to and Wilshire Rotarians are curlearn more about Wilshire Rotary’s, rently helping man the St. James and Rotary International’s, activities Soup Kitchen on Fridays, as well that offer opportunities for fellowas collecting food for the kitchen. ship and fun while providing service Rotarians worldwide are heading out to our community, promoting ethon April 25th to participate in com- ics in business, inspiring youth and munity service projects across the working to build international peace globe, and Wilshire Rotarians will be and understanding.

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(Continued from page 1) Earth Day will feature a farmers market, giveaways of free trees and 35 exhibitor booths. Also scheduled are performances by Ballet Folklorico de El Salvador, Korean fan dancing and drumming.

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Apparently, plenty. Eliana, now 9, and a student at Temple Israel of Hollywood, was named earlier this year to the L.A. Youth Orchestra, a group of young musicians from 50 area schools.

To audition for the orchestra, which is sponsored by the Stephen S. Wise Temple and based at Milken Community High School, youngsters must have two years of instrumental experience.

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They are part of the free lineup on kids’ music website Jitterbug.tv, recently colaunched by Grammy awardwinning recording engineer Dan Gellert, Irving Blvd.

He and his website partner Randall Green are both dads of three-year-old girls: Emily and Piper, the site’s test marketers. “Emily watches it over and over. She loves it,� says Gellert.

Even parents like the site, according to posted blogs on what is possibly the first allkid’s music website.

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-<CNO;LS Service held for attorney Larry Jackson Friends and family held a memorial service for attorney Larry Jackson in February at the Ebell Theater followed by a reception at the familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Windsor Square home. He died Jan. 27 at Cedars-Sinai following complications from carcinoid cancer. He was 53.

Born in Clinton, Iowa, Jackson moved to Venice, Calif., after graduating from the University of Iowa and receiving his law degree from the University of Chicago.

He met his wife, Laura Christa, in 1981 when she moved into the office next to his at the Century City offices

of a national law firm. They were married in 1984.

In 1994 the couple started Christa & Jackson, a litigation boutique specializing in contract disputes and class-action defense cases.

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Discuss books; probate talk, movies, gardening workshop

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Mon., Wed. - 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

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Mon., Wed. - 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Tues., Thurs. - 12 - 8 p.m.

Fri., Sat. - 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Teen Council meeting features great books, friends and refreshments on Tues., April 14 from 4 to 5 p.m.

Read To Me L.A. Storytime features stories and songs to teach parents the six steps to helping children become lifelong readers on Mon., April 20 from 11:30 a.m. to noon.

We Tell Stories: Performances blend storytelling and audience participation to bring fairy tales, literature and mythology to life on Sat., April 25 from 1 to 2 p.m..

Ongoing Grandparents and Books: Volunteers read to children. Call branch for dates and times.

Monday Morning storytime for babies and preschoolers meets from 11:30 a.m. to noon.

Learn computer basics with hands-on training Tuesdays 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

Used book sale: Interesting bargains every Wednesday from noon to 4 p.m.; Saturdays from noon to 5 p.m.

Get Lit: Teen poetry and drama troupe performs poetry and spoken word on Saturdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

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MEMORIAL LIBRARY Teen volunteer orientation: Thurs., April 9 at 6:30 p.m.

Silly Second Saturdays for kids features craft activities on Sat., April 11 at 3 p.m.

Student Smart helps improve study skills on Wed., April 15 at 3:30 p.m.

Author talk: "A Vicky Hill Exclusive!" author Hannah Dennison, and Melinda Wells aka Linda Palmer, author of "Love is Murder" and "Love Her to Death" will talk about their books on Mon., April 20 at 6:30 p.m.

Legal Talk: Attorney Shalom Zev, a probate expert, along with Jeffrey Condon, author of "The Living Trust Advisor" will talk on wills, trusts and probate issues on Mon., April 27 at 6:30 p.m.

Lunch @ the Library: Memorial Old Time Picture Show screens "Love Affair" starring Irene Dunne and Charles Boyer on Thurs., April 23 at 12:30 p.m. Free. Bring a sack lunch; library will serve coffee and cookies.

Origami craft-making with Bennett Arnstein is on Saturday, April 25 at 1 p.m.

Ongoing Computer Comfort Class meets on Tuesdays at 2 p.m.

All levels of computer experience welcome.

Grandparents and Books: Grandma Bobbie reads to children Wednesdays at 3 p.m.

Grandma Sel reads to children Saturdays at 3:30 p.m.

Toddler Story Time is on Fridays at 1 p.m.

Knitting Circle meets Saturdays at 10 a.m.

Friends of Library used book sale is on Saturdays at 10 a.m.

WILSHIRE LIBRARY Preschool storytime with children's librarian Laurie Reese meets on Wed., April 8 at 10:30 a.m.

A visit from animals from the L.A. Zoo on Wed., April 22 at 3 p.m.

Gardening workshop led by master gardener Yvonne Savio will offer suggestions on what and how to plant, and how to

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Book Club meets for lively discussions of books and authors on Tues., April 7 at 10:30 a.m.

New members are welcome.

Friends of the Library general meeting is Tues., April 14, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome to help plan events and share ideas.

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Faculty will lounge in an area once the site of the Paul Williams-designed coffee shop.

The school auditorium will be painted shades of purples and plums and have ornate arches to resemble the Cocoanut Grove nightclub, the site of early Academy Award ceremonies and frequented by Howard Hughes and Gloria Swanson. Frank Sinatra and Judy Garland were among performers there in later years.

Set back 400 feet from Wilshire Blvd., the high school

is being built in the center of the 24-acre property, with an entrance on Catalina St. It will encompass the top three of a six-story building. Middle school classes will occupy floors below with an entrance on Mariposa Ave. Construction of the elementary school is 80 percent complete on the southern side of the property with an entrance on Eighth St., Hijazi said.

A gymnasium, pool and 16 acres of playground area with soccer and basketball fields are also on the site.

Construction of the 685,000-square-foot campus began in October 2007.

AERIAL VIEW shows the Ambassador campus construction site in Wilshire Center.

In all, there will be six pilot schools in two buildings. The remaining pilots will open in 2010, including Belmont International Studies for sixth to 12th grade.

“It’s really pretty exciting,” said Rachel Bonkovsky, director of the L.A. Pilot School Initiative.

Designs for the Robert F. Kennedy Inspiration Park were approved last month by the Dept. of State Architects, says senior project manager Rick Hijazi, of the Los Angeles

Unified School District.

Set on one-third acre, the public space will front the campus and include a memorial to the late senator.

The $567 million Central Los Angeles New Learning Center #1 is expected to relieve overcrowding and busing at area schools.

After years of battles with preservationists, much of the famed hotel, designed by architect Myron Hunt and opened in 1921, has been demolished.

But its Moorish theme and other historical elements remain, including a pylon structure supporting the hotel sign.

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The dual-language UCLAassisted Bruin Community and technology-based New World Academy will open in the elementary school building on the Wilshire Blvd. property.

The focus of the three-school campus for 4,000 kindergarten through 12th graders will be social justice in honor of the late Sen. Robert Kennedy, who was assassinated here in 1968.

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Tree planting kicks off Western Ave. restoration flags and buntings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Working together with the community and investing in L.A.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s urban forest will provide numerous benefits for generations of Angelenos,â&#x20AC;? said Lisa Sarno, executive director of Million Trees Los Angeles.

Leslie Lambert, Hollywood & Central Regional Administrator, said â&#x20AC;&#x153;by reaching out to community organizations and partnering with various agencies, we are pulling together resources that will help transform Western Avenue and make it a more appealing place to live and do business.â&#x20AC;?

New surveillance cameras and emergency call boxes will be added to the Wilshire Center District as part of the Business Improvement Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Safety Program. The devices will be placed at locations recommended by Los Angeles Police Department officials.

Meetings have been held with the Wilshire Center Business Improvement Corp., Council District 10, Captain Matt Blake of Olympic LAPD Division and Metro Video Systems.

A GINGKO BILOBA planted by Councilmember Tom LaBonge and Million Trees L.A. executive director Lisa Sarno, is the first of 100 to be planted along an 18-block area on Western Ave.

Million Trees Los Angeles will provide the trees, and the Koreatown Youth & Community Center will water them for two years.

In addition to the tree planting, the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety will launch its ProActive Code Enforcement program (PACE). Under the PACE program, properties and businesses along Western Ave. from Melrose St. south to 12th St. will be surveyed for visual blight.

Commercial building owners and tenants will be encouraged to remove illegal and excessive signs, banners,

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St. Vincentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Medical Center offers free classes, support groups tal campus, 201 S. Alvarado St. A cancer support group meets every other Tuesday beginning April 7 and 21, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Diabetes self-management classes are offered Tuesdays April 14, 21 and 28, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at the professional office building. The hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center for Health & Healing is the locale of the healing prayer group every Wednesday from 12 noon to 1 p.m. A stretching class meets Wednesdays from 1 to 2 p.m.

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A series of free classes at St. Vincent Medical Center in April will be held on the hospi-

Excellence award; grant received St. Vincent Medical Center was among three Los Angeles hospitals recently named Distinguished Hospitals for Excellence, according to a report on Forbes.com.

The honor was based on a 28 percent lower mortality rate and eight percent lower complication rate than the average. St. Vincent is among the top five percent of hospitals nationwide.

It was also among recipients of a $25 million grant.

Officials said they would use their shareâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;$465,704â&#x20AC;&#x201D;to expand a Hepatitis Intervention Project and increase Hepatitis B treatment.

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Naked Rhythm and Suzanne Teng & Mystic Journey will perform at the second annual Wilshire Center Earth Day on Wed., April 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The free event will take place on the grass lawn at 3700 Wilshire Blvd. between Oxford and Serrano.

In addition to musical performances, Earth Day will feature a farmers market, Kids Zone, face painting, tree giveaways and 50 exhibitor booths.

The event also highlights the Wilshire Center Cool District Program, a two-percent solu-

tion climate reduction pledge that "sets the goal of reducing the district's global warming carbon dioxide footprint by two percent a year for each of the next 40 years," said Gary Russell of the Wilshire Center Business Improvement Corporation, host of the event.

Also scheduled are performances by Ballet Folklorico de El Salvador and drumming.

Naked Rhythm originated in Los Angeles in 2003 as a collaborative effort between Avi Sills and Alex Spurkel with a focus on cross-cultural music and dance.

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music and percussion with contemporary electronic dance grooves, Naked Rhythm reflects the rhythm and sounds of the Middle-East, India, Africa and South America.

Sills, a drummer and producer, has toured the world as the drummer for numerous artists. Spurkel, an awardwinning producer and composer, released his own sample library CD entitled “ElectroWorld Percussion.”

Suzanne Teng is a flutist, recording artist, composer and teacher based in Los Angeles where she performs with Suzanne Teng & Mystic Journey.

The band earned a Grammy nomination for best New Age Album of 2000 and was also named one of the top 10 World Music albums of 2000

by Backroads Music.

Teng is the winner of the 2006 International Acoustic Music Awards (Instrumental Division) and the 2005 and 2001 Independent Music Awards (Best New Age Artist).

For more information go to wilshirecenter.com/earthday.

BALLET FOLKLORICO de El Salvador will perform.

A FLUTIST, recording artist and composer, Suzanne Teng (far right) is based in L.A. where she performs with her band, Suzanne Teng & Mystic Journey.

Kids Learn Wonder of Nature The Kids Zone at Earth Day will teach youngsters the wonder of nature.

Gigi Ridgeway will become a Fairy Godmother, and lead children through a magic pretend forest on the lawn. As they wander through the “forest,” they can retrieve hidden crystals.

Having learned the language of trees and flowers, Gigi takes children, young and old, on fairy walks to connect deeper to the heart of nature.

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E-Waste Depot Bring your old television sets, computer, monitors and other electronics to the E-Waste Depot at Wilshire Center Earth Day to be recycled for FREE! Computer monitors, televisions and other electronic equipment should not be disposed of with regular garbage.

Obsolete electronics should be recycled.

girls will be a drumming circle, a prayer circle, wishing boards and face painting.

NAKED RHYTHM featuring Alex Spurkel and Avi Sills reflects the rhythm and sounds of the Middle-East, India, Africa and South America.

A FARMERS MARKET will offer fresh produce.

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Earth Day Green Booths Will Educate Consumers Join the Earth Day celebration at the second annual Wilshire Center Earth Day Farmers Market and Festival brought to you by the Wilshire Center Business Improvement District, the Community Redevelopment Agency and Raw Inspiration Farmers Markets.

Support Local Farmers A new addition to the Earth Day Festival is a Farmers Market. The Farmers Market is a way that the consumers can support their local farmers, craftspeople, trades people and vendors. It also enables

millions of people each week make a commitment to living a healthier life and being a part of the green movement.

The Farmers Market will be brought to you by Raw Inspiration, a non-profit organization that runs the “Gardens into Schools” program for local children to grow and harvest their own produce.

Market Every Friday Raw Inspiration also operates the Wilshire Center Farmers Market every Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 3183 Wilshire Blvd. at Vermont Ave. For other Raw Inspiration

Farmers Markets and information please visit www.rawinspiration.org.

The Earth Day Festival will feature green booths to educate consumers on some of the latest green products on the market.

Raw Inspiration in partnership with “The Sound” 100.3 radio will be having a food drive to support the L.A. Food Bank.

Bring Food for “Bank” Bring your extra food from your house or, while you are at the Farmers Market, purchase food from the farmers, bring it to the 100.3 radio booth, and your donation will help feed Los Angeles through the L.A. Food Bank.

For more information on donating to the LA Food Bank visit www.lafoodbank.com and the www.thesoundla.com.

There will be many activities for the entire family and community to participate in, come on down to the second annual Wilshire Center Earth Day Farmers Market and Festival.

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Earth Day Worldwide Earth Day marks the beginning of the modern environmental movement. In 1970 approximately 20 million Americans participated in activities to raise awareness of our planet and the dangers it faces. Today, it is estimated that more than a billion people world-wide will participate.

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Cool District Program Pledges 80% Reduction

Plan Will Serve as Model for Other Business Districts

By Gary Russell, AIA Wilshire Center Business Improvement District CEO & Executive Director In 2008 we worked with the Los Angeles American Institute of Architectsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Committee on the Environment (COTE).

COTE assisted us in developing specific measures for the Cool District Plan. On March 15, AIA/LA COTEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wilshire Center Cool District Eco Charrette conducted the first of two planned charrettes: the first addressed the big picture, or visioning, and on Sept. 17, the second charrette engaged owners and the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power directly to develop specific strategies.

These charrettes along with consultants helped us develop the Cool District Action Plan, wilshirecenter.com/cooldistrict; a blueprint, a guide, to implement the Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s QMFEHF UP SFEVDF JUT ()( emissions by at least 2 percent per year over the next 40 years (2010-2050).

Energy and Water Audits This Action Plan includes specific measures and interim goals designed to achieve the Cool Districts goal. The basic approach of this Action Plan is to do energy and water audits where we are able to work towards reducing the green house emissions. In this way we can achieve a goal by making the district buildings more

Methods Listed on How to Achieve Energy Savings The buildings where we live and work are the single largest contributors (39%) to US greenhouse gas emissions.

Reducing these building-related emissions requires a combination of energy efficiency, conservation and alternative energy generation approaches.

The eco-charrette sessions hosted by the Wilshire Center Business Improvement District outlined solutions.

The American Institute of Architects, Los Angeles chapter and the Committee On The Environment (COTE) identified a number of measures on how these can be done. These are listed below. t 1SPWJEF USBJOJOH BOE EFNonstrations for residents and community members in sustainable behaviors, such as recycling, conserving water, and exploiting readily available alternative technologies. t 6UJMJ[F FYJTUJOH SPPGUPQT south sides of buildings, and parking lots for photovoltaic and wind-turbine systems. t *NQSPWF CVJMEJOH MJHIUJOH by replacing T-12s with T-8s, and replacing incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescents and LEDs. t 3FUSPmU FYJTUJOH CVJMEJOHT with energy-saving technologies such as better insulation, window films, and cool roofs. t 1MBOU USFFT JOTJEF CVJMEings to capture and sequester carbon before it gets outside, creating an indoor bioreactor. t .PEJGZ MBOETDBQJOH XJUI drought-tolerant planting and

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BOUNDARIES OF the Wilshire Center Business Improvement District are Wilton Place or the west, Hoover Ave. on the east, between Third and 7th Streets. energy efficient by 30 percent over the next 10 to 15 years, and then adding to the buildings alternative energy systems. The COTE will continue to work with us to help develop and implement the Action Plan.

It is possible to request LADWP assistance in performing a â&#x20AC;&#x153;walk-throughâ&#x20AC;? energy and water assessment of the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s existing buildings.

LADWP is committed to assisting its customers in achieving optimum energy efficiency.

They survey the facilities with UIF HPBM PG SFDPHOJ[JOH TQFcific areas of potential energy/ water and cost savings. The information contained in the surveys will assist the building owners in their efforts to reduce utility consumption and lower their LADWP bills.

A concept is to have DWP employ more individuals to do audits whereby we could get about 100 audits done per year over the next 10 years.

Planning Savings Once these audits are done and reviewed by the owners, there needs to be another team that follows up with each owner to help them plan out these potential energy and cost savings over the coming years. This green team of individuals would work with the owners to obtain the various incentives that are available at the local, state and federal levels.

The team could help with audits-analysis and for a package of building improvements that meet ownersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; investment requirements (e.g. initial packages with 3-5 year paybacks). We are also exploring the ESCOs (Energy Supply Companies) and related entities that could deliver the combination of the audits and green team services.

First in North America The District is the first business improvement district

Cool District Participants The following are committee members in the AIA-COTE working group who participated in the eco-charrettes.

Christine SE Magar, Chair, Greenform.net Tracy Stone, Tastonearchitect.com Debbie Gloria, Greenform.net Derek Ryder, Moule & Polyzoides Walter Scott Perry, Eco-Tech Jennifer Pinkerton Cynthia Phakos, Koffkaphakos.com Polly Osborne, Osborne Architects Doug Stanton, Stantonarchitects.com Mikael Gartner, Engineer Dimitris Klapsis, Torti Gallas & Partners Sarah Wauters, Lawyer/photographer

Paul Schechter, communityharvest.com

in North America to initiate a greenhouse gas emission reduction program. The Wilshire Center Cool District Plan can become a model for other business improvement districts, and a mechanism for sharing the lessons learned.

The Wilshire Center District encompasses over 33 million square feet of space, with 12 million, 19.5 million, and 1.5 million square feet allocated to the residential, office, and retail sectors, respectively.

This Cool District Plan could DSFBUF BOE PS SFUBJO KPCT BOE stimulate the economy in the short term while laying the foundation for a long-term and sustainable clean energy economy.

Waste Recycling Other elements of the WC Cool Action Plans consist of: Waste Recycling Program.

Institute a one-bin system which should allow recycling of 85 percent of building waste.

Provide education and training for management team, UFOBOUT GBDJMJUJFT BOE KBOJUPrial personal. This program should allow building owners to see a savings in the building trash disposal cost. The concept is one recycling bin where needed and one trash

bin for food waste in lunch or kitchen area.

Eco Purchasing Environmentally Preferable Purchasing. We should encourage the buying of environmentally preferable products that are long lasting, high-quality, less toxic, reusable, and easy to recycle.

Environmentally preferable products use less materials, XBUFS BOE FOFSHZ NJOJNJ[JOH the impact on our natural environment. We should follow the State of Californianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lead in Environmentally Preferable Purchasing. We could create a paying club to get discounts on recycled paper (100 percent post-consumer) and environmentally friendly products for our members.

Program for Tenants Tenants Going Green. A recent (non-technical) audit of an office building was done and saw that about 50-60 percent of electronics (computers, monitors, and printers) were powered up on a weekend. Tenants were using strips but they werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t turning the power strips off. An Energy Awareness Program should be instituted.

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Realizing the Benefits of Energy Efficient Buildings There has never been a better time for businesses to consider making their buildings more energy efficient. Even in this tough economic climate, an energy efficient approach can generate real benefits for corporations.

As Steve Done, leader of Arupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s L.A. based energy strategy team comments, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Many businesses are yet to realize the varied benefits that making their building stock energy efficient can generate. This can be achieved with a short payback period on the capital invested in the project.â&#x20AC;?

Identify Priorities Arup has worked with corporations and institutions to make their buildings more energy efficient. Our approach helps building owners and occupiers understand their true energy usage and identify the priority areas for energy reduction. Information is then used to develop the strategies and solutions required to reduce energy and provide the basis for ongoing monitoring and improvement measures.

This also enables companies to realize the benefits and opportunities energy efficiency can create.

Cost Savings One of the most attractive aspects of choosing to focus on energy efficiency, particularly at this time, are the cost savings such an approach can generate when compared to a business as usual scenario.

Many of the strategies we have developed for our clients have resulted in projected savings of at least six figures. Added to this are the variety of incentives available to companies who improve the energy efficiency of their buildings.

Many of these can contribute substantially to paying for the cost of implementing energy efficiency measures. This combined with the annual savings means that many energy efficient solutions can have very short payback periods.

Reducing Energy Usage As well as saving money, an energy efficient approach allows building owners and occupiers to take the first step to reducing Green House Gas Emissions (GHG), as energy usage provides the largest source of emissions generated by both commercial and residential buildings. For example, by reducing energy usage at their headquarters one of Arupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s corporate clients was able to reduce GHG by 40 percent. Such reductions also

Bike-sharing project in works

By Ilaria Mazzoleni While Los Angeles is constantly growing, we feel the urgency of living sustainably and to reconnect not simply with the outdoors, but also to live at a different speed.

Traveling by bike offers this opportunity.

However, some might not be able to ride for long distances, and might not want to store one. Enter â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bike Sharingâ&#x20AC;? as a solution for the person who canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fully commit to owning a bike: swipe a pre-paid card at an automated kiosk, grab a bike and tool around the CASE STUDIES neighborhood, meet someone Institutional Client for coffee, run an errand, then t "OOVBM 4BWJOHT return the bike at any metro B QFSDFOU SFEVDUJPO PO FO- station, any time. ergy costs Bike Sharing t *ODFOUJWFT "SVQ T The Wilshire Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Cool energy consultants reduced District program is proud energy usage at the clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to announce the launch of a most energy intensive re- feasibility study for the first search laboratory, bringing it bike sharing pilot program into line with similar facili- for L.A. Gary Russell, executies. tive director of the Wilshire Corporate Client Center Business Improvement t "OOVBM 4BWJOHT District, and his team are envia 40 percent reduction on en- sioning and promoting a new ergy costs lifestyle for the residents and t 1SPKFDUFE JODFOUJWFT NJM- visitors in the Cool District, lion. Arup reduced the energy of which bike sharing will be usage at this corporate head- a part. They have asked proquarters, helping them to be- fessor of architecture, Ilaria come more energy efficient Mazzoleni, to lead a study and achieve their corporate of possible implementation sustainability goals. strategies for a bike sharing help corporations to achieve sustainability goals.

Multiple Scenarios Energy efficient strategies for buildings can be successfully employed to address a variety of scenarios from bringing the energy usage of a property in to line with the rest of a companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s building stock to creating a framework to reduce energy across a portfolio of properties. They can also be applied across multiple industry sectors and buildings of all types and age.

Make Earth Day a Car-Free Day Ten minutes into the latest traffic jam and you start wondering: Who are all these people?

Stop and considerâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;you are one of those people. Isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t it time we stopped blaming the other guy? Isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t it time to really do something about traffic other than complain.

Walk to the store. Walk to MVODI 1SFUFOE ZPV SF B UPVS ist and ride the Metro Rail.

Remember: Earth Day is a Car-Free Day.

REDUCING TRAFFIC is everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s job.

REDUCING EMISSIONS (Continued from page 23) Infrastructure (see suggestions from the Second COTE/ LA ecocharrette material): Energy infrastructure measures focus on local energy generation, distribution and use.

Reducing Carbon Footprint 1VCMJD $BNQBJHO 5IF BJN JT to achieve a participation rate PG QFSDFOU CZ XJUI UIF objective to get owners/managers and tenants to reduce their carbon footprint. Using a combination of outreach

techniques, such as campaigns aimed at community leaders, door-to-door canvassing by volunteers and paid campaigners, online organizing, paid and earned media, and City of Los Angeles support initiatives, this goal can be reached.

The Wilshire Center website will contain information on -"%81 BOE PUIFS $JUZ QSPgrams and incentives, rebates along with State and Federal programs, and a list of green actions that owners and ten-

THE COOL DISTRICT PROGRAM has launched a feasibility study for a bike sharing pilot program for Los Angeles.

system.

A Different Approach Los Angeles is a car city, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unlikely that political powers will rally behind a comprehensive, city-wide bike sharing strategy. Gary has a different approach: start modular, start small, and grow a network from one node.

The pilot program will provide bicycle kiosks at three Metro Line stations along Wilshire between Vermont and Western. The roll-out of the first three kiosks is planned for spring of 2010, and more locations city-wide will be added here and in other districts depending on support and success.

Challenge Car Dependency Very few Angelenos use bikes for commuting and errands, more people use them recreationally. A bike sharing program will offer bikes as a tool to a public that generally hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t considered them.

Depending on this programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s level of success, the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department of Transportation may eventually add more bike amenities such as bike lanes and paths.

Greater Mobility Bike sharing systems are springing up worldwideâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the car-centric USA even has two (in Denver and D.C.) with more in the works. Increased bicycle use fights public health problems caused by sedentary lifestyles and, when paired with urban design efforts to create bicycle districts, can beautify a city and enhance the quality of life by challenging the primacy of the automobile on

ants can takeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;all for the sake of the Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future as the cleanest, greenest, healthiest District in North America.

our public roadways.

The community will benefit at many levels: less traffic on the streets, less parking problems perhaps leading to more space available for other public uses, less air pollution, and more vibrant and therefore safer street life.

The bike culture in Los Angeles is exploding, and several un-official rides are available every night of the week at www.midnightridazz.com and other social websites.

L.A. has the perfect geography for being a cycling city: beautiful weather, flat terrain, and a health conscious populace. It is densifying tooâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; roadways are plentiful, but still impassable during certain times of day.

As more people live closer together in our burgeoning metropolis, changing our mode of transportation from solely cars to cars, bikes, pedestrian and transit will allow us to re-discover other parts of our neighborhood and reconnect with it.

Enjoy the City Our lives are moving at the speed of our mode of transportation: our ability to see, live and use the city is guided by the way we commute or move.

Changing that mode will allow us to discover other parts of our neighborhood and reconnect with it.

Bicycles allow people to not only reach locations in a more efficient and faster way, but to live and enjoy the city at a different pace.

An enriched lifestyle is the qualitative aspect the Cool District is promoting and pursuing with the vision of nourishing Angelenos and tourists to seek a better quality of life in their urban environment and community.

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SUMMER CAMPS & PROGRAMS Camping in the High Sierras offers variety of experiences for Burschingers Florence Lake campgrounds are so remote that Joe Burschinger of Brookside had to rent a satellite phone in case of an emergency while he and his two sons were there.

He, Will, 13, and Tim, 8, spent three days last summer camping at the lake’s edge, which is 80 miles east of Fresno and accessible only by boat.

The lake borders the north end of Kings Canyon National Park and is at the midway

point of the John Muir Trail.

Joe drove down a one-lane fire road to reach the edge of the lake. To access the campgrounds, you need to go by water to the campsite. “We were about the only ones there,” Joe said. The site has no telephone, so he mailed his reservation.

The boys enjoyed riding the boat around the lake, fishing (Tim caught a brook trout, but it’s a catch and release system), and hiking.

The elevation of the lake is about 6,000 feet, Joe said. And the views from the hikes they took were breathtaking.

The trio cooked all their meals over an open fire.

Sausages and eggs for breakfast, and barbecued chicken was on the supper menu.

Joe said the area is a wellkept secret “and I’d like to keep it that way.”

HIGH ABOVE Florence Lake, Will and Tim Burschinger enjoy the view while hiking in the Sierra Nevada mountains.

Avoid last-minute scramble with packing tips To help your child have a successful time at camp, preparation is important. So it's in your best interest to help your child pack.

First, create a packing list using the recommended list from the camp. Add other items that your child may need, such as eyeglasses, medication and orthodontic devices. Check with the camp regarding medication, as you

may need to obtain doctors' statements.

Here are a few other tips: Three weeks before camp, begin shopping for items your child needs to avoid last-minute buys.

Buy extra sets of hygiene items so they can be packed and your child will not have to remember the day that camp begins. Also, label all items with your child's name.

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SUMMER CAMPS & PROGRAMS Summer camps offer lessons on dancing, swimming, music...

323-962-1570 www.schoolofrock.com Aspiring musicians ages seven to 18 learn the nuts and bolts of live performance.

Private lessons on the instrument of their choice and supervised rehearsals prepare students to perform in a main event at the end.

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Session two begins on Mon., July 27 through Fri., Aug. 7, with a recital on Sat., Aug. 8.

Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Monday through Friday; tuition is $625 per session.

Hancock Park Swim Club 323-379-8999 HancockParkSwimClub.com Youngsters ages six to 18 can join the Hancock Park Swim Club, which practices at Marlborough High School and the Los Angeles Tennis Club.

USA Swimming-certified coaches teach the latest techniques designed to advance an athleteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to compete in middle and high school teams.

A water polo class has been added for seven-to-18-yearolds.

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731 S. La Brea Ave. 323-965-0333 www.maratdaukayev.com Girls and boys seven- to 18-years old take lessons designed to advance them in technique and performance during the summer program at the Marat Daukayev School of Ballet.

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LOS ANGELES DRAMA CLUB students, pictured in last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s production of â&#x20AC;&#x153;As You Like It,â&#x20AC;? will perform â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shakespeare In the Parkâ&#x20AC;? this summer.

Whether you want to perform Shakespeare or rock nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; roll, learn to swim, dance or sail a tall ship, area programs offer a wide variety of specialty camps this summer.

Los Angeles Drama School 323-319-3597 losangelesdramaclub.com Students will spend two weeks discovering Shakespeare at Los Angeles Drama Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Summer Intensiveâ&#x20AC;? sessions held at The Lost Studio at 130 S. La Brea Ave. T h e young actors, ages six to 12, will learn scenes and sonnets, culminating in a performance of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shakespeare in the Park â&#x20AC;? and enjoy a picnic. Students will also learn of Shakespeareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Elizabethan England, enjoy visits from theater professionals and attend a production of â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Tempest.â&#x20AC;?

In addition to improvisational work, the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s technique includes a variety of physical and vocal disciplines. The ultimate purpose is to invoke the creative spirit that exists

June 15-19, June 22-26, and July 13-17. Songwriting and recording workshops are July 20-24 and July 27-31. The 40th Anniversary of Woodstock camps are Aug. 3-7 and Aug. 10-14. The final outdoor show with all groups is Sat., Aug. 15.

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SUMMER CAMPS & PROGRAMS offers the Summer Institute for Kids with courses in microbiology, Mexican art, songwriting, rock band, magic and more for elementary-age children.

Six-week classes run from Mon., June 22 through Fri., July 31; three-week sessions begin Mon., June 22 and Mon., July 13; a one-week special is available Mon., June 15 through Fri., June 19.

Sophie Dance 323-395-3050 www.sophiedance.com Week-long summer dance camp begins June 15 and continues until Sept. 6; hours are 9 a.m to 3 p.m. Youngsters create their own costumes and help to build sets.

Tallship Adventure 714-970-8800 www.americanpride.org Sail training, nautical projects and helmsmanship are among the skills youngsters learn during a five-day trip to Catalina Island aboard a historic, three-masted schooner.

With an anthropologist, historian and amateur astronomer on board, campers 10- to 18-years old participate in fish dissection, kayaking, snorkeling, basic navigation and more.

Weekly camp sessions run from July 6-10, July 20-24, Aug. 3-7, and Aug. 10-14.

Pacific Hills School 8628 Holloway Dr. West Hollywood 310-276-3068 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cool About Middle Schoolâ&#x20AC;? gives incoming 5th through 8th graders the necessary tools for a smooth middle school experience.

(Continued from page 26) Summer sessions are for ages seven and up, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday beginning July 6 to Aug. 14.

Participants must sign up for a minimum of two weeks.

Aquabe Swim Club 323-383-3352 www.aquabe.net Swimming instruction at your home pool. Private and semi-private lessons. Children develop a safe and healthy relationship with the water through repetition and the consistency of being with the same instructor throughout the sessions. Lessons can start as early as nine months old.

Creative Space 11916 W. Pico Blvd.

310-231-7600 www.creativespaceusa.com Fencing, ceramics and drama are the many activities at the Creative Space summer camp located at Beverly Vista Elementary School, 200 S. Elm Dr, Beverly Hills.

Spring break day camps (ages 3-9) run though April 17, while spring break adventures (ages 10-15) are Wednesday, April 1, 8, and 15. Summer camp has three age groups, junior (3-4 years old), middle (5-12 years old), and senior (13-16 years old). Sessions run from Mon., June 22 through Fri., Aug. 21.

Creative Space also offers Hawaii Camp in Oahu for ages 8-15, from Sun., Aug. 9 through Sat., Aug. 22.

Center for Early Education 563 N. Alfred Street West Hollywood 323-651-0707 centerforearlyeducation.org Center for Early Education

Skill-building activities cover cooperation, organization, direction following, responsibility, time management, environmental awareness and middle school etiquette. The program includes afternoon trips to destinations including beaches, IMAX theatres and the L.A. Zoo. Two-week sessions run from Mon., June 22 to Thurs., July 2 and Mon., July 6 to Fri., July 17. Cost is $499.

Natural History Museum 900 Exposition Blvd.

213-763-3348 www.nhm.org Summer Adventures in Nature camps give children in pre-K through 8th grade the opportunity to explore museum topics from dinosaurs and dolphins to the Aztecs and amethysts. Interactive classes explore the earthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s features and creatures through handson experiences, behind-thescenes tours and fun activities.

Weekly sessions runs July 20 through Aug. 21.

Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits 5801 Wilshire Blvd.

The weekly Summer Adventures in Nature sessions featuring hands-on experiences and behind-the scenes tours and fun activities run July 6 through July 24.

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ed the season just barely making it to the state championship final.

The eight-time CIF Champion boys varsity basketball team, the Bruins, advanced to the semi-finals of the state playoffs by beating

This was the third time these two teams faced each other, with Pacific Hills winning the third time.

The Bruins then faced Windward in the regional championships at Cal State Fullerton to determine if they would move on to the

Pacific Hills School has played in the southern regional championship game six times in the past, winning the title to advance to the state championship.

But advancement was not an option this year after the Bruins lost 52 to 40.

Water polo club The new Hancock Park Water Polo Club is looking for swimmers.

Peter Lambert, director of the Hancock Park Swim and Water Polo Club, said the practices are being held on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Marlborough School.

For information call Lambert at 818-445-5186.

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Tubing was one of the favorite activities for Niko Econn, 10, while attending Catalina Island Camp for two weeks last summer.

Tubing is when campers go out in a banana-shaped boat that holds three youngsters and are towed by a motorboat on the ocean.

Snorkeling was another favorite for Niko. “I saw leopard sharks, a lobster and some Garabaldi, the official state fish of California.”

CHRIST THE KING STUDENTS were awarded medals at the Junior High Academic Decathlon held at the L.A. Sports Arena in March. Pictured left to right are Harold Kim, who placed 5th in science; Divya George, 3rd in literature; and Stephanie Kim, who placed 4th in English. Students from 100 Catholic schools competed in the annual Decathlon.

Other activities he enjoyed were swimming and hiking.

The campers took a kayak trip to a cove several inlets down from the camp for an overnight. The boys slept in sleeping bags in the open air. “We had bug spray to keep from getting bit,” Niko said.

“We composted all our garbage,” he added.

A fourth grader at St. Brendan School, he is the son of Donna and Greg Econn of Fremont Place.

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Youths three- to five-years old can meet live bugs and learn how they benefit the environment during Critter Club: Roach Appreciation Day on Sat., April 11 at 10:15 and 11 a.m.

Visitors learn about international conservation during Sustainable Sundays: Zero Waste on Sun., April 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Scientists, a film director and local environmentalists will discuss

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There will also be a screening of the short film, “Trashed,” which takes a look at the afterlife of garbage.

Explore how science influences art and the art inherent in science during Art+Science=Art of the Earth on Sat., April 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Life-sized triceratops and T. rex puppets roam the museum during Dinosaur Encounters on Wednesdays through Sundays on the second floor of North American Mammal Hall.

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PARENTS, FACULTY AND STUDENTS danced the afternoon away at a recent Dance-off at Third Street Elementary School. A baskeball shooting contest was also part of the fundraiser that netted $3,700 for school booster Friends of Third. Funds will be used to supplement educational supplies and programs at the June St. school.

Monthly family tours are at Union Station

Walking tours of downtown’s Union Station offer families a chance to explore the last great railway station built in America.

During the one-hour tours, hosted by the Los Angeles Conservancy, kids and their families can witness architecture and history come to life through exploration of the shapes, colors and stories of the landmark.

Tours, which meet on the fourth Saturday of each month at 11 a.m., cost $5 for Conversancy members and children 12 and under; $10 for the general public.

For reservations, go to www. laconservancy.org or call 213623-2489.

Book festival at ArcLight benefits reading program “Explore-A-Story” will transform ArcLight Cinemas at 6360 W. Sunset Blvd. into a family festival of book-inspired fun on Sun., April 19 from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Guests can get up-close-andpersonal with celebrity readers, including Julie Andrews, Shia LeBeouf, Jesse McCartney and Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, as well as children’s book authors and illustrators, storytelling performers, musicians and puppeteers.

Kids can watch films in the lower theaters, and enjoy crafts and family-friendly food in the

complex’s outdoor plaza.

Food will be provided by local favorites like Pink’s Hot Dogs, California Pizza Kitchens and Bristol Farms.

Twenty percent of each book purchased at the Barnes & Nobel Book Fair in the lobby will benefit Wonder of Reading. Since 1994, the program has played a role in opening nearly 200 new libraries in public elementary schools in the greater L.A,. area.

For more information, go to www.exploreastory.org or call 323-634-7112.

Healthy Kids Day at YMCA to include free health screenings Free health screenings, activities for kids and youth performances will highlight Healthy Kids Day on Sat., April 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hollywood Wilshire YMCA, 1553 N. Schrader Blvd.

The free event is designed to encourage people to commit to healthy living habits, such as participating in regular physical activity, making healthy food choices, and taking time to connect with their families.

Healthy Kids Day is part of Activate America, the YMCA’s national initiative to assist those who want to lead a

healthy lifestyle, but struggle to do so.

This year, the Hollywood Wilshire facility will join more than 1,750 YMCAs and 800,000 people nationwide celebrating the event.

"Our nation's lifestyle health crisis demands that YMCAs reach more people and better support members and non-members in improving their health," said spokesperson Simone Jackson. "YMCA Healthy Kids Day is a perfect chance to do just that," she added.

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By Min-Ji Yi 10th Grade Ms. Paikov, a valued Fairfax teacher, career advisor, work experience coordinator and sponsor of the Unity Club, will be receiving the Women in Leadership Award. This prestigious award will be presented by the West Hollywood Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Advisory Board and the West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. The award is presented annually to women who contribute to their community.

A group of Fairfax students participated in a nationwide program called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Close Up.â&#x20AC;? Students have been fundraising to participate in this program with the help of Ms. Haggerman, our health education department chair. Students will travel to Washington D.C. and meet members of the Congress and learn about the U.S. democratic system.

Tina Bae, a participating student, expressed her excitement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m looking forward to this experience,â&#x20AC;? she commented. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I hope to experience our government first-hand, and meet lots of students from across the country!â&#x20AC;?

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By The Lightning Bolts Eva Dixonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2nd/3rd Grade Class L.C.S. students are getting ready for the Pizza Boogie. The Pizza Boogie is when most of the grades do a dance. The 4th graders are writing their own myths and the 5th graders are learning about weather.

Here is what our class has learned about space. The Milky Way is our galaxy, and here are our top 10 facts that we have learned about space: 1. Cometsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; tails can be millions of miles long; 2. Pluto is named after the god of the underworld; 3. On Mars, there are huge storms called dust devils; 4. The moon orbits the earth; 5. The order of the planets from the sun is Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune; 6. Saturn has 61 moons; 7. The sun has black spots called sun spots; 8. Jupiterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s red dot is really just one big storm; 9. Not everything orbits the sun; 10.

Saturnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest moon is called Titan.

By Veronica Hawley 7th Grade Spring has sprung at Marlborough!

Congratulations to the varsity basketball team for making it all the way to the finals of Southern California Division III Regional Championship. Our track and field, softball, varsity water polo, and golf teams are kicking off their seasons with some impressive wins too.

In other big news, our Student Charitable Fund hosted a â&#x20AC;&#x153;greenâ&#x20AC;? fashion show at the Ebell known as â&#x20AC;&#x153;ECOuture.â&#x20AC;? It was our third annual fundraiser, and celebrity guests including alumna Camilla Belle and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Greekâ&#x20AC;? star Jacob Zachar helped judge the designs, which were created by our very own classmates. The event raised over $25,000, which will go to organizations that help educate underprivileged girls in L.A. We will also be busy serving the community this April! Our food of the month for Hope Net Pantry is canned beans. Tenth graders are organizing school participation in a Bike/Walk-AThon at the beach to benefit Meals on Wheels. Students from Marlborough and Manual Arts High School will serve as jurors in USC Law Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mock trial for third year law students.

Finally, students are once again making PB&J lunches for homeless and hungry at Covenant House Shelter and Outreach.

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By Connie Varela 8th Grade Last month, there was excitement and enthusiasm in the air fueled by different trips.

Fourth graders went to Sacramento and San Francisco.

Fifth and 6th graders experienced Astro Camp; and the 7th and 8th graders visited Philadelphia.

At the end of the 3rd quarter, there will be another honor roll assembly to recognize those students who have shown great academic achievement.

We will have a book fair and a book drive later this month. The book fair usually encourages us students to read more. Books donated to the book drive go to a good cause, a school in need of books for their library. On International Day, everyone comes dressed in cultural costumes and we enjoy a huge potluck where students bring in food from the country they are representing.

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Parents also had a chance to see the display and learn about our heroes. It was a great way to celebrate Black History Month and to learn how special it is.

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By Kaila Exford 8th Grade Ms. Bejaranoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 8th grade English classes have been reading â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Diary of Anne Frank.â&#x20AC;?

Thanks to generous donors, we took a field trip to the Museum of Tolerance where we learned about the brutal treatment towards Jews during the Holocaust, and about other instances of human mistreatment throughout history.

We were each given a card with a picture of a child on it and information about the childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s background, which was used at various stations in the museum. At the last station we found out if that child lived or not. Unfortunately, my child was one of the millions killed for being too young or disabled.

The experience had a huge impact on the way I look at things.

African Americans have obviously been treated badly in this country, but most ethnic groups have also had to endure racism and prejudice at one point or another. Hopefully, after visiting the museum, JB students learned to be more tolerant. To quote Anne Frank, â&#x20AC;&#x153;In spite of everything, I still believe that people are really good at heart.â&#x20AC;?

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By Sean Holahan 8th Grade This month we celebrated our schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Irish heritage with St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day. The students came to school dressed in green and white, which was a nice rest from the normal uniform. To top

EHS kids believe in healthy hearts, and proved it by participating in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jump Rope for Heart.â&#x20AC;?

The event began with a rousing assembly led by Renee Bibaud, a performer for Cirque du Soleil, who has won numerous awards for jumping rope. She inspired the students with her breathtaking skills.

The 6th graders celebrated the number Pi by baking pies, cakes and other circular objects. They also made a chain representing Pi, memorized different numbers of Pi, and wrote stories, poems, and essays about it.

March was busy with many different field trips. Second graders enjoyed art at LACMA, while 3rd graders hiked to Escondido Falls. First graders had a swimming time at the Cabrillo Marine Museum, and 6th graders viewed the play â&#x20AC;&#x153;Darwinâ&#x20AC;? at the Kirk Douglas Theater. Our 5th graders lived history at Rileyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farm, and 4th graders zoomed to Astro Camp for 3 days.

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Science and math were fun beyond belief. Students, under the direction of three of their junior high teachers, had a chance to learn through hands-on experiences. We built rockets and launched them, learned about the moon and saw Saturn and its rings through telescopes the first evening. Hands-on experiments, climbing a rock wall and cheering each other on and working in cooperative groups building and mending â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;satellitesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; while in wet suits and goggles in the pool were highlights.

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By Kara Ahmanson 6th Grade The month of March at St. Jamesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; School was implausible.

Ruby Bridges, who as a six-year-old became the first African American to desegregate an elementary school, visited St. Jamesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

The Science Fair was incredibly amazing. The best part was that

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By Stephanie Kim 8th Grade Students participated in a variety of field trips.

The 1st and 2nd grade students attended â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beauty and the Beast,â&#x20AC;? performed by the Nine Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Clock Players at the Assistance League. The 4th and 5th graders went to the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach. The 8th graders enjoyed an outing to UCLA to hear the American Youth Symphony.

The WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) team was very happy with their visit to our school.

The Junior High Academic Decathlon team competed against 100 schools in the Archdiocese. We were very pleased with the results.

Divya George placed 3rd in litera-

everyone had fun with their projects and took pleasure in looking at the other superb projects.

Our P.E. teacher, Mrs. Brown, talked to us about her trip to Haiti and showed us a terrific slideshow. We collected sunglasses to give to the kids in Haiti because it is so hot and sunny there. Mrs. Brown also talked about how grateful the students in Haiti were to go to school, but how we think it is a nuisance. It really made me ponder, and now that I realize that I live in a country that is so magnificent. ture, I placed 4th in English and Harold Kim placed 5th in Science.

We thank our 8th grade teacher, Miss Severin and all the teachers for preparing us for this challenging academic competition.

PACIFIC HILLS

By Ryan Heaney 11th Grade Our boyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball team won the CIF championship in Division V before advancing to the state playoffs, defeating long-time rival Foothills Christian of San Diego. But they lost in the state semifinals to Windward.

Meanwhile, our Lady Bruins team lost to Harvard-Westlake. But they were still able to advance to the state playoffs, making it to the second round before being stopped by

LOYOLA

By John Sapunor 11th Grade March was an exciting month for Loyola sports. The basketball made it to the CIF finals. The basketball squad also did well in the state level and soccer made it to the CIF semifinals. Loyola Track & Field won key meets against Notre Dame and Chaminade.

Students enjoyed participating in the Cuboree last month. Acts included rock bands, poetry readings and many different musical performances. The event helped collect food for the poor by charging each member of the audience three cans of food.

Loyolaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Interchange, the main annual fundraising dinner, took place. A gift gathering party to support the fundraiser was held at the Calfo residence in Hancock Park, and many Loyola families and alumni attended.

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Theatre students are headed to Ontario for the annual California State Thespian Festival.

This month is also a great showcase for all of our schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s talent and creativity We will highlight all of our art and photography studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; work at Visual Arts Night.

Music students will perform for family and friends on Performing Arts Night.

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By Vera Drymon 5th Grade Every year the 5th graders have a P.E. test for strength, flexibility and stamina.

Students must do everything from push-ups, sit-ups, flexibility poses and the big one-mile run, that is 14 laps

around our track.

Fifth grade teacher Mr. Marks oversees all the timing and counts for each challenge. The hardest one is the one-mile run. It has to be run in 10 minutes and 5 seconds for the boys and 10 minutes, 30 seconds for the girls.

All runners partnered and took turns cheering and encouraging each other to finish. I am proud to report I finished in 8 minutes and 52 seconds. It was a busy and tiring 2 weeks of exercise for the 5th grade!

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By Michael Kellman 5th Grade Spring Break here we come!

Although I’d love to talk about what I’m doing for my vacation, instead I really should get down to business. The 5th grade at CEE went to the Painted Turtle Camp, which serves chronically ill children, free of charge, during the summer. Our students helped the camp prepare for their Family Weekends, as a part of the Center

for Early Education’s Service Learning Program The Early Childhood 2 class will be going to Tree People, an organization that trains communities to help plant and care for trees, educates children and adults about the environment, and works with government agencies on critical water issues.

EC2 (four year olds) will surely have a great time planting trees and playing with dirt.

Lastly, the 1st grade will be going to the Cabrillo Marine Museum. They will learn a variety of facts about sea life, and the sea itself.

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By Lisa Lim 10th Grade Kicking off this month is the annual MotherDaughter Luncheon and Fashion Show, which is an enjoyable event featuring members of the senior class as models. Students are also looking forward to spring break, which provides a much needed rest from classes. But before we leave on break, students prepare for Easter with a Holy Thursday prayer service, which commemorates the Last Supper and the institution of the Eucharist.

Meanwhile, our spring sports teams in swimming/diving and track are competing. Our final pep rally of the year cheered on these teams with a great show of spirit.

Sophomores are busy putting together their final revisions for their Author Project, which is a year-long effort of researching, analyzing and writing about an American author. Lastly, the Junior-Senior Prom will take place later this month.

By Audrey Noble 11th Grade March proved to be a great month for sports at Marymount.

The basketball team reached the 2nd round of CIF playoffs, with a season record of 16-9, while soccer reached CIF quarterfinals.

With the end of our third quarter, March was also the month of our ASB elections; students ran and gave speeches to gain votes for various leadership positions in our student government. We enjoyed our annual “Spring Thing” where all the clubs came together and held a mini carnival.

Our Fathers Club enjoyed some friendly competition at their annual golf tournament. Lastly, the much-anticipated musical, “Alice in Wonderland” opened to rave reviews and sold out shows.

Marymount students also found time to give back to the community, participating in our spring service day. The freshman entertained the elderly at a retirement home, sophomores picked up trash on the beach and the juniors built sandwiches for the homeless.

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By Gavin Somes 7th Grade We’ve been having an excellent month at Pilgrim School. Here’s a look at what’s coming up in the next one.

The school is having a green sale (Pilgrim school is going green!).

Spring break is coming up which everyone is excited about including staff. The 2nd grade made their own puppets and put on a spectacular show for the elementary students. Grandparents day is coming up. There will be an organ recital on this day, and each class will have memorized a special song for this occasion.

Last but not least the 7th graders went on a fantastic camping trip to Joshua Tree. It was filled with great hikes, caving and sleeping out under the stars.

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Everyone wins when everyone helps on Big Sunday Volunteers of every age and from every walk of life will fan out across Los Angeles to do good deeds at Big Sunday.

Last year, more than 50,000 volunteers took on hundreds of projects throughout the Southland. A big turnout is expected again this year on Big Sunday weekend, Sat., May 2 and Sun., May 3.

Volunteers can choose from a broad list of activities to help people with AIDS, lowincome children, the elderly, animals, soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan, the disabled, the homeless, the environment.

About 100 Big Sunday lemonade stands manned by young volunteers will be set up all over town to raise funds for childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s charities.

For the first time this year, the Farmers Market at Third

A list of items needed, ranging from basics like nonperishable food, linens, socks and underwear to luggage, bicycles, sports equipment and sleeping bags, can also be found on the website.

Big Sunday began more than a decade ago at Temple Israel of Hollywood as an annual day of mitzvah, a Hebrew word for acts of human kindness. The event is driven by the belief that everyone has something to giveâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;no matter who you are, what you do, how much money you have, where you live or what ethnicity or religion you happen to be, said Levinson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The bottom line is that everyone has some way they can help someone else. And when everyone helps, everyone wins.â&#x20AC;?

QUENCHING YOUR THIRST at lemonade stands manned by volunteers will raise money for kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; charities.

St. and Fairfax Ave. will serve as Big Sunday's main hub.

Among activities will be book and clothing drives, and a manicure booth hosted by Opi nail polish. Proceeds will benefit the Lung Cancer

Foundation of America.

In addition, more than a dozen churches and synagoguesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;addresses can be found at www.bigsunday. comâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;will act as central hubs for collection drives.

Volunteers are encouraged to sign up for Big Sunday projects that suit their skills, passions and availability at www.BigSunday.com

Vendors sought for marketplace

A Big Sunday marketplace, where vendors and non-profits can peddle their wares to benefit those in need, will be at Temple Israel, 7300 Hollywood Blvd., on Sun., May 3.

The market will include non-profit booths, as well as those featuring handcrafted items by local artisans, food and a deejay.

Non-profits will keep all proceeds; vendors will donate 50 percent of their sales to Big Sunday.

Contact Gayle@ BigSunday.org.

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Bethel Evangelical service honors church’s 85th year Bethel Evangelical Lutheran Church celebrates its 85th year with a service Sun., April 26 at 10:30 a.m. at the church at 5650 W. Olympic Blvd.

A 20-student music ensemble from Hamilton High School will perform under the direction of Gregory Robinson.

A luncheon reception follows.

Children’s art and examples of liturgical drama costumes will be on display as well as photographs by congregants of countries they have visited.

Opened in Patriotic Hall in 1924 at 11th and Figueroa streets, in 1925 the congregation purchased St. James Chapel at the corner of Wilshire Blvd. and St. Andrews Pl. and moved it to Eighth and Wilton Pl. In 1947 ground was broken for the new church at Olympic Blvd. Judson Studios designed the stained glass windows.

The church’s work in the community includes participation with the Miracle Mile Residential Assoc. and the

Multi-cultural seders held at Wilshire Temple

IN 1947 ground was broken for the new church at Olympic Blvd.

The story of Exodus will be chanted in Arabic at what has become a “nationally renowned” seder at Wilshire Boulevard Temple.

What has everyone’s attention, says Rabbi Stephen Julius Stein, is instead of reading from the Torah, we hear the Qur’an version of Moses leading the Israelites out of Egypt. The fifth annual Muslim-Jewish seder is on Sat., April 11 at 6 p.m.

“The story is the same, despite the variances… but tells

the story from the different sacred text,” says Stein. “The pharaoh is still the bad guy, the Israelites believe in one God and Moses saves them… Everybody is happy in the end.”

The standing-room only pesach seder, which includes traditional foods and other Jewish elements, is in cooperation with the Islamic Center of Southern California. It came about after ecumenical pilgrimages to the Holy Land drew large numbers.

Readings from President Obama and noted religious leaders as well as poetry and songs of black America will be woven into the second African American-Jewish seder held on Tues., April. 14 at 6:30 p.m.

“The tale of oppression and persecution to freedom and redemption holds extraordinary resonance among African Americans,” Stein said.

Both celebrations are at the temple at 3663 Wilshire Blvd.

Register at www.wbtla.org.

Wilshire Community Police Council. Movie nights are on Saturdays, and Korean worship and several 12-step groups also share the facility, said Ramona Whitney, of the mutual ministry committee.

“We are part of the large urban network that helps Los Angeles to realize its full positive potential,” adds Maxwell Harris, president of the church Council.

Interim pastor is James Bullock.

Bells will ring in Easter service Carillon bells will ring as the sun rises over the Hollywood Bowl to announce the 88th annual Easter Sunrise Service on Sun., April 12.

A brass choir will play the “Gloria Patri” at 6 a.m., and more than 700 participants will be on stage for the ser-

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Gates open at 3:30 a.m. at 2301 N. Highland Ave. Parking and admission are free.

For more information, call 323-460-7170.

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Celebrities team up to fight Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease Hundreds of celebrities, sports figures and entertainment-industry leaders recently attended â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Night at Sardiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s,â&#x20AC;? an annual benefit for the Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association that raised nearly $1 million for care and research.

Comedian and author Chelsea Handler hosted the evening at the Beverly Hilton, which culminated in a concert version of the musical, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Damn Yankees.â&#x20AC;?

Over the past 17 years, the annual benefit has raised nearly $18 million for the fight

Ebell funds bus trips for children of prisoners Get on the Bus, a service that provides transportation for family members to visit their mothers in prison, is the newest project of the Ebell of Los Angeles.

The funding is part of the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ebell Women Helping Women program, said Rev. Giovan King, project chairman.

The bus takes children to visit and dine with their mothers who are in prison. On the way home, each child receives a teddy bear, a photo with his mother and post-event counseling.

More than 10 organizations that assist women are receiving donations from the Ebell this year.

Award recipients will be honored at a luncheon at the Ebell on Mon., May 4.

against Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease.

Proceeds from the gala benefited the Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association, an organization committed to research, care and support for those living with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease and their families.

The organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s services include care consultations, support groups for caregivers, the Safe Return Identification Registry, and a 24-hour helpline.

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Ludwig, a Hancock Park resident, will show many of her photographs and share personal stories in conjunction with the book.

The text and photos in the book are from her and her husband Bruceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s frequent travels to Egypt. Carolyn also published Jewels in Our Crown, Churches of Los Angeles, in 2003.

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Fashion Institute of Design Merchandising attracted 800 fashionistas to Barker Hangar on Feb. 28 for the annual Fashion Gala.

The sold-out fund-raiser drew three world renowned designersâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Kevan Hall, Nick Verreos and Sue Wongâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; who also happen to be FIDM alumni.

A pantheon of life-sized "Barbie" dolls in styles from 1960â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beachcombers to haute couture surrounded guests at the cocktail reception where ABC producer Gail Guge held court with tales of a close encounter with Angelina Jolieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exquisitely sculpted emerald earrings at the Oscars.

Among those dining by the runway as gaggles of models displayed design collections from this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s graduates

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der cherries, feathers and broad brims were: Ramona Selby, Claire Frith, Patricia Rye, Kay Lachter and entertainer Larry Colvin.

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TASK FORCE at CSI Las Vegas were, left to right John Keane, CSI executive producer Cindy Chvatal-Keane, William Petersen (aka the showâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gil Grissom) and his wife, Gina Cirrone.

Lundgren with Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s president of special projects, Robert Mettler, Guess CEO Maurice Marciano, FIDMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Barbara Bundy, Amy Forbes and Priscilla Wright. *** The Southern California Motion Picture Council celebrated 73 years promoting excellence in film with its annual Mad Hatterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ball on March 2.

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Gala co-chairmen Tony Buzzelli and Alan Fohrer saluted the crowd of 600 plus guests for turning out in hard times. “This is a tribute to the Center’s mission to stimulate and inspire future generations and to continue as Southern California’s premier family destination,” Fohrer told the crowd.

Cheering the evening’s $1.1 million tally for the new “World SADDLEROCK RANCH in Malibu set the wedding scene for Veronica Robin Gintel and Daniel Blum last fall. The ceremony was officiated by Rabbi Mordechai Finley. The bride is the daughter of Rudy and Myrna Gintel, Hancock Park. She graduated from UCLA, and is a commercial real estate agent. The bridegroom attended Weslyan and Temple Law School and works in the banking industry. They live in Philadelphia.

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Beyond them the open doors of the California Science Museum beckoned guests to brush-off the gaggles of “media vultures” hissing, “Heard anything?” It’s a “CSI-Las Vegas” inspired wonderland of crime, couture, glamour, fine cuisine and sequined sirens belting their hearts out over a carnival of ringing slot machines. Guests wandered the cavernous Science Center exhibits featuring forensics and

realistic crime scenes, in keeping with the theme: “CSI: the Experience.”

They sat down in crystal-roofed tents to dine on Chateaubriand while Channel 4 meteorologist Fritz Coleman led a witty and spirited auction of high-ticket items from a walk-on role in “CSI, Miami” to a 12-night cruise for four anywhere in the world.

“What happens at the Science Center stays at the Science Center,” quipped Marguerite Poindexter La Motte to her escort Mel Morris and Science

of Ecology” exhibit were event committee member and executive producer of “CSI,” Cindy Chvatal-Keane with husband

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Opening night there were some production problems and they really need to invest in a video camera. A lot of the dialogue is funny in the video interludes, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a strain to hear and see it. The evening is a short one-act that plays Tuesdays only.

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The show is a tribute to the songs that Burt Bacharach and Hal David wrote from 1960 to 1970. It was originally created for a New York run in 1993.

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Original works at Chorale concert

The Hollywood Master Chorale will perform choral works by diverse Los Angelesarea composers during two performances in April.

The first concert is at Congregation Kol Ami, 1200 N. La Brea Ave. in West Hollywood, on Sun., April 19 at 4 p.m. A pre-concert panel discussion with the composers is at 3:15 p.m.

The performance will be repeated at Wilshire Methodist Church, 4350 Wilshire Blvd. on Sun., April 26 at 7 p.m.

The panel discussion is at 6:15 p.m.

Following both performances, the Chorale will host a reception for the composers and patrons.

Tickets are $20 for adults; $15 for children, the disabled, seniors and students.

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s written and performed by the six-member African American cast: Brett J. Butler, Destini Meshack, Ivy Lindsey, Tiffany Thomas, Saudia Rashed, Alem Brhan Sapp and Brendan Connor.

They take on everything from Barack Obama (an excellent Butler) to drunken dancing stars Amy Winehouse and Macy Gray.

Described as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kids in the Hallâ&#x20AC;? meets â&#x20AC;&#x153;In Living Color,â&#x20AC;? this is a laugh-out- loud show with sketches that range from the irreverent to the silly and includes an unusual attachment to cupcakes, and Archie Bunker and George Jefferson starting over.

Along the way the troupe skewers a few fairy tales and childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s iconsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t recognize Goldilocks, Strawberry Shortcake, Smurfette or Barbie. Their

Production values are excellent, especially the scenic design, of the Keenanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bronx apartment by Keith Mitchell.

Through April 11, Falcon Theatre, 4252 Riverside Dr., Burbank. 818-955-8101.

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Sarah Baker produces goth-punk comedy

FORCE FIELD by Mary Heilmann is one of numerous pieces featured in the exhibit entitled "The Ballad That Becomes an Anthem" at ACME Gallery.

Art Walk to feature gallery tours, after party Art lovers can browse through local galleries for free during Art Walk on Sat., April 18 from 1 to 6 p.m.

Sponsored by the Mid City West Community Council, the event includes free transportation by the Holly Trolley starting at 2 p.m. at the ACME Gallery, 6150 Wilshire Blvd.

Highlights include an artist talk and reception catered by Bulan Thai Vegetarian Kitchen at ACME. The exhibit is entitled "The Ballad That Becomes an Anthem." Curated by Stephen Westfall, the show features work by Mary Heilmann, Chris Martin, Rebecca Morris, Amy Sillman, Mary Weatherford and Stephen Westfall. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Afterwards, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have the Holly Trolley take us to other galleries,â&#x20AC;? said Rebecca Ver Straten-McSparran, chairman of the Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Arts & Recreation Committee who organized the walk.

The day will conclude with an after party from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Busbyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 5364 Wilshire Blvd.

Young Musicians hold free concert The Young Musicians Orchestra will be performing at The Wilshire Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, on Sun., April 19 at 4 p.m.

Admission is free.

Case Scaglione will conduct and Connie Kim-Sheng is the pianist. For more information visit info@ymf.org or call 310859-7660.

Big Bunny at zoo Kids can have their pictures taken with Big Bunny at the annual Spring Fling at the Los Angeles Zoo on Easter Sunday, April 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Guests can pet a fuzzy bunny, plant carrot seeds to take home, make a be-a-bunny craft or have their faces painted.

Visit www.lazoo.org.

Sarah E. Baker, a Hancock Park native, is producing the play, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dead, Therefore I Am!,â&#x20AC;? a Goth-punk comedy opening Fri., April 17 at The East Theatre at The Complex, 6476 Santa Monica Blvd. It continues through Sun., May 24.

Baker has many fond memories of Larchmont Blvd., she says, where she celebrated her first ice cream birthday party at Baskin Robbins and bought notebooks and pencils at Landis General Store.

A graduate of St. Jamesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, Marlborough and New York University Tisch School of the Arts, she is a Lew Wasserman Scholar and a founding member of the student-run Tisch Talent Guild.

She is co-chairman of the Tisch West Alumni Council and curator of the Cinema Club.

around a young man on the morning of his 30th birthday.

Tickets are $10 for preview performances and $20 during a limited run.

For more information, visit www.plays411.com/dead or call 323-960-7714.

Youth talent featured

Children and teens performed in a musical at the Nate Holden Performing Arts Center on Fri., April 3.

The show was presented by the Mid City Neighborhood Council in conjunction with Eye On The Prize Afterschool Program.

PASSION IS in storytelling, says Sarah E. Baker.

She began her career as an actor, until she produced her first short film and realized that her passion was in story telling. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dead, Therefore I Am!â&#x20AC;? is a dark comedy that centers

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springtime menus featuring the freshest offerings of the season. Each week weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll showcase a new meal menu and recipes created by JoAnn Cianciulli, author of â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Original Farmers Market Cookbookâ&#x20AC;? (on sale May 1st).

Weekly menus, recipes and special prices from the grocers can be found on flyers throughout the Market and online at www.farmersmarketla.com.

Listen to KNX1070â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s food guru Melinda Lee each Saturday and Sunday at the 10am hour to hear the weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Spring Market Meal menu. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Food News with Melinda Leeâ&#x20AC;?

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"A NEW BEGINNING" by Bo Bartlett at Forum Gallery.

Gallery Guide by

Joe Ward legory of contemporary culture with their viewers whether it is in the implied migrant workers of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Los Sonadoresâ&#x20AC;? or the victorious bride in â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Triumph

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another as they run across the paper resulting in a continuous expression of color.

McCarty uses this constant change to echo the metamorphosis of her subjects, unidentifiable figures reminiscent of adolescents beginning their transition into puberty.

These figures maintain the innocence of childhood, but are about to mature and become aware of the world surrounding them. The colors begin to shift from brilliant to muted as the figuresâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; features begin to harden into their adult guise. While the subjects still elude identification, they are becoming more recognizable as they mature into adulthood.

Kim McCarty New Work continues through May 16 at Kim Light Lightbox, 2656 S. La Cienega Blvd. *** Horror movies, cartoons and comic books had as much influence on Todd Schorrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work as did Old Master paintings while he was growing up in the 1950s. His compulsion to replicate pop culture from his youth led to Schorrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s enrollment into the Philadelphia College of Art and his subsequent career as an illustrator in New York.

Schorr has since moved to Los Angeles, leaving his illustrating career in favor of a style he describes as surreal, but â&#x20AC;&#x153;filtered through the mind and eyes of what is â&#x20AC;Ś uniquely American.â&#x20AC;? That style has contributed to Schorrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s increasing popularity in recent years with exhibitions at the Laguna Art Museum, Merry Karnowsky Gallery and an upcoming solo show at the San Jose Museum of Art. Todd Schorr: The World We Live In continues through April 18 at Merry Karnowsky Gallery, 170 S. La Brea Ave.

L.A. Opera will perform a new production of a work suppressed by the Third Reich, Walter Braunfelsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Birds.â&#x20AC;?

It opens on Sat., April 11 at 7:30 p.m. and will run for four performances through Sun., April 26 at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N. Grand Ave. A late-Romantic work with a libretto adapted from an Aristophanes comedy, the opera is about an idealistic land of dreams in the realm of the birds.

The Recovered Voices project explores long-forgotten operas by composers whose lives and careers were cut short by the Third Reich. James Conlon will conduct. Darko Tresnjak directs. Visit www.laopera.com.

Late night party, Berlin style, at LACMA April 4 LACMAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual late night bash celebrates Berlin 1945â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2009 on Sat., April 4. Gallery hop and mingle from 8 p.m. to midnight at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 5905 Wilshire Blvd.

DJs will spin music, screen videos and other entertainment will be offered in the art galleries.

Inspiration for the event is from the exhibit, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Art of Two Germanys/Cold War Culturesâ&#x20AC;? on view through April 19. It features paintings, sculptures, photographs and videos by 120 artists. For more information visit LACMA.org, or call 323-857-6000.

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His subjects are dressed in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fashions and wear modern hair styles. The monumental figures are caught in a specific moment, dominating sparse landscapes, but as specific and familiar as the subjects seem, they defy identification. Bartlettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s paintings leave a haunting al-

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At the Movies with

Tony Medley (10/10): The story of this incredible 1968 game is told by showing game films alternating with the players themselves describing the game, their teams, coaches, teammates and lifestyles. Many people we

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Young Musicians to hold free concert

The Young Musicians Orchestra will perform at The Wilshire Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, on Sun., April 19 at 4 p.m.

Admission is free. Case Scaglione will conduct and Connie Kim-Sheng is the pianist. For more information visit info@ymf.org or call 310859-7660.

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Miss March (0/10): Like this is such an awesome movie, Dude. Like all the chicks are awesome. Like when they talk to us we are all like tonguetied and all. Dude, this just like captures the way all us high school intellectual dudes are.

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Every Little Step (10/10): This story of the casting of a revival of â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Chorus Lineâ&#x20AC;? starts with director Michael Bennett calling 18 â&#x20AC;&#x153;gypsiesâ&#x20AC;? together in 1974. For 12 hours they told their stories as the basis for what became â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Chorus Line.â&#x20AC;? Quarter century later we see auditions for each of the major roles, from the first cattle call. We get to know each of the contestants through interviews which are frank, revealing, and often emotional. What is remarkable and admirable is how these people put everything they have into every audition.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s awe-inspiring to see them throw caution to the wind and

know today, like Tommy Lee Jones and Meryl Streep, were involved in the game or the environment. They tell it with such a lack of guile that it is often hilarious. Just as one example, when Jones, who was on the Harvard squad, tells how funny his roommate, Al Gore, was, is asked for specifics, and is totally deadpan, I was laughing uncontrollably.

Shall We Kiss? (Un Baiser Sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;il Vous Plait) (9/10): Writer-director-leading man Emmanuel Mouret qualifies as a brilliant auteur with this charming romantic comedy.

Julie Gayet meets MichaĂŤl Cohen on a trip. They are attracted to one another, although both committed to other people. He wants to kiss her, and she him, but she is reluctant and explains why.

The explanation is told in a flashback in which we meet the main protagonists, Viginie Ledoyen and Mouret. Their clumsy, reluctant romance provides the kind of funny, touching movie at which the French excel. (In French; opens April 10.)

Duplicity (8/10): The flashbacks are confusing enough to keep you in the dark until the end when it all gets tied together, sort of. Clive Owen, paired with Julia Roberts, gives another sparkling performance.

Sunshine Cleaning (7/10): No comedy, this skimpy story provides a surprising vehicle for sparkling tours de force by three of this generationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most accomplished actresses, Amy Adams, Emily Blunt, and Mary Lynn Rajskub. Just watching Adams, whose facial expressions capture every emotion without seeming effort, is worth the price of admission.

The Edge of Love (7/10): Despite wonderful performances by all the actors, especially Sienna Miller (arguably the most beautiful woman in movies) and Kiera Knightley, this emotional but historically misleading film barely scratches the surface of what bohemian boors Dylan and

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Renovated to perfection. Beautiful light-filled home w/step down liv rm, sunrm, formal din rm; maid’s rm w/ba. Entry has sweeping staircase & orig black & white marble floor. Gated & private, mature landscaping.

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Hancock Park and Windsor Square homes on spring AIA tour part of our heritage and highlight some of the outstanding projects that are yielded from blending modern updates with diverse historical elements and styles.”

The self-guided tour includes a Moorish-influenced home on June St., and an Italianate villa on Plymouth. There is a Mediterranean Revival on S. McCadden and FrenchMediterranean Renaissance on N. McCadden.

June Street This 1915-era home had been extensively remodeled in the 60s and the 70s. During the most recent remake, the previous alterations were re-

moved leaving only the original structure but doubling the square footage of the house. A courtyard set the new structure further back from the street. The house incorporates many modern elements while maintaining its Adobe and

Moorish influences.

Plymouth This turn-of-the-century Italianate villa built in 1920 was renovated in 2005. Added modern comforts include large bedrooms, walk-in closets, a built-in linen cabinet,

upstairs bathrooms a gracious foyer, covered loggia, a powder room, a chef’s kitchen, walkthrough pantry and a butler’s pantry.

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The group’s first tour to focus on traditional homes, is called Inside LA: A Tour of Hancock Park’s Most Remarkable Renovations.

“Los Angeles is a city rich with architectural history,” explains Carlo Caccavale, associate director of AIA Los Angeles. “We thought it was important to recognize this

Championship Tennis Court estate! Perfect for elegant living or large scale entertaining. Sited on approximately 30,000 sq feet of land, this home is exquisitely appointed and styled. North/South tennis court for the avid player which can also double as a recreation area for kids. The house features 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, family room, sunroom and an office/study. Originally built in 1924; re-designed by architect John Reed. Redone kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances. Original character and functionality for today’s lifestyle yet retaining the feel of a grand estate.

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Fam rm opens into deep lot w/ lrg pool, decks & covered din area. Remod. kit. w/ pantry, maid’s bed and ba plus 5th bd or office. Master bd w/ dressing rm & private ba, 3 additional bds, 1 ba. Co-listed.

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and 40s, and some unfortunate 50s renovations after a house fire, made this 1926 Mediterranean Revival home a challenge. Resident and architect Thomas Newman, of Newman & Wolen Design, has restored the house to its for-

mer sheen. Color and texture were integral components of the project.

North McCadden This 1920s Mediterranean home was also victim to several unfortunate remodels.

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Meticulously landscaped garden with garage at rear. Co-listed.

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Martin Eli Weil, preservationist

A memorial service was held March 7 for Martin Eli Weil, a restoration architect and founding member of the Los Angeles Conservancy. He was 68. His death was attributed to

-<CNO;LS a heart attack.

A past president of the Conservancy and of the West Adams Heritage Assoc., he also was a former columnist for the Larchmont Chronicle.

Noted for his expertise in historic design, he was involved in the preservation

of Pasadena City Hall, Watts Towers and Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock and Storer houses.

Donations may be made to Friends of Sim Shalom in Budapest where his sister-inlaw is rabbi. He is survived by two brothers, Jesse and Peter.

JUST LISTED SOLD: This house located at 329 N. Windsor Blvd. sold for $887,000.

3825 Sapphire Drive, Encino Hills $1,149,000

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203 N. Arden Blvd.

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stainless steel appliances and breakfast bar opening to the family room. Expansive professionally-landscaped yard with pool. Coveted Lanai School District.

Condominiums 722 S. Windsor Blvd., #301 333 Westminster Ave., #204 641 Wilcox Ave., #3E

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counter tops. Sound system throughout

'Another World' describes Huntington’s Chinese garden A new book, “Another World Lies Beyond,” describes the Huntington’s Chinese Garden.

From the Lake of Reflected Fragrance to the Isle of Alighting Geese, the book describes one of the largest such gardens outside China.

Author is T. June Lie, curator of the Huntington’s Chinese Garden.

It resembles gardens created in 17th century Suzhou, of-

fering views and architecture evoking an era when scholars sought quiet, intimate gardens in which to retreat, write poetry, and practice calligraphy.

The book covers the challenges of constructing the garden in Southern California as well as the cultural traditions and aesthetics of Chinese garden design, especially the ways in which the plants and structures engage the imagination of visitors.

for entertaining and relaxing. Lushly landscaped backyard with a pool/spa and recreation room/cabana, bonus!

Information contained herein deemed reliable although not guaranteed. Keller Williams does not guarantee the accuracy of provided by the seller or obtained from public records or other sources.

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‘MYhistoricLA’ at Library April 4 MYhistoricLA will be launched on Sat., April 4 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Los Angeles Central Library, 630 W. Fifth St. Activities will include an interactive display demonstrating how survey teams will identify historic sites and information to bring “MYHistoricLA” to neighborhoods.

Thus far 15 percent of the city’s cultural heritage and architectural legacy has been surveyed. Citizen input about

a local building or their neighborhood is welcome.

SurveyLA: Preserving Los Angeles will be screened, and a panel with city officials, preservationists, community organizers and developers will be from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

The program is sponsored by the city Office of Historic Resources, the Getty Conservation Institute and the Library Foundation. For more information visit http://preservation.lacity.org/survey.

New Price $1,545,000

Jad’s Cool & Hip Spanish Recreation 545 Lillian Way, Hancock Park proper A Fabulous remodel 3 bed + 2.5 baths & outside office, using the highest quality materials w. a sense of style, open floor plan, white oak floors, thermador kitchen & Ann Sachs tile with great use of stone. Artful stained glass, 2 fire places, flat screen connected to music system w. surround sound stereo & all systems updated. 7ft doors open to lush landscape & Pool sitting privately behind gates.

NEW PRICE $599,000

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This grand 2 story home has been tastefully remodeled w. all the right choices featuring a 3 beds + 2.5 baths & a full guest house. Great use of Ann Sachs tile, marble & Cesar stone as well as solid white oak wd. floors. through out. Thermador & Viking appl. Custom cabinetry, 2 flat screen TV’s connected to stereo surround sound. A great flow w.

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Tax-deductible rain-or-shine tickets are $60 in advance, $70 on tour day. Children under

12 are admitted free.

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Founded by local landscape designer Jay Griffith, activist Linda Lucks and businesswoman Jan Brilliot, the tour provides financial support for the childcare facility that offers full-time, education-based day care to low-income working families.

The tour begins at the Center at 804 Broadway.

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The 15th annual tour, featuring 30 gardens and homes along the canal and adjacent neighborhoods, will raise funds for the Neighborhood Youth Association’s Las Doradas Children’s Center.

Visitors will view the nostalgic bed and breakfast Venice Beach House, a photogra-

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ON THE GOLF COURSE $6,900,000 Magnificent 3-sty mansion located on a double lot in prestigious Hancock Park. Cohen 323-464-9272

MEDITERRANEAN REVIVAL $5,750,000 Sits on apx 27000 sq ft quiet corner lot in Windsor Square. Wine cellar, pool. Knox/Malloy 323-464-9272

MAGNIFICENT MEDITERRANEAN $5,075,000 5beds/5.5 gorgeous new baths.French drs to yard, pool, cabana & gsthse. A/C,sec. Hutchins 323-464-9272

OUTSTANDING TRAD. HOME $4,950,000 Immaculate condition. 6bed+5bas. Huge Lot. Guest Hse. Perfect for entertaining. The Woodwards 323-462-0867

PRIVACY & TRANQUILITY $3,195,000 Phenomenal indoor/outdoor flow makes this home ideal for impressive entertaining McGinty 323-464-9272

CLASSIC WINDSOR SQ. TUDOR $3,180,000 6Bd/4.5 baths, gourmet kit w/granite cntr tops. Brkfst area, orig crown mldngs. Bob Day/Cookie Day 323-462-0867

SOUTHERN COLONIAL HOME $2,749,000 Stunning 5 bedroom, 3 bath Southern Colonial house in prime Larchmont Village! LaViolette 323-464-9272

BREATHTAKING & CHARMING $2,690,000 4 Bds + 3.5 bas, 3 hot tubs, detached guest house. Beautiful grmt kit, pool. June Ahn 323-462-0867

CLASSIC SPANISH $2,595,000 4 beds, 3 bas w/walk-in closets & a new kitchen in a spacious 3,304 sq ft home. Knox/Malloy 323-464-9272

BROOKSIDE NEIGHBORHOOD $2,199,000 Music rm, wine rm, 3/4ba, brkfst rm & DR dn. 3bds & 2ba up. Tree top vus. Pool. The Woodwards 323-462-0867

UNSUALLY LRG RE-BUILT HOME $2,180,000 Lrg formal entertaining rms, updated kit w/great storage space. 7Bds / 5.5 bas. Brenner/Hartman 323-462-0867

SOPHISTICATED AND ROMANTIC $1,899,000 Mediterranean 4 br, 5 ba home. Full-sized studio over garage. Mature gardens. John Winther 323-462-0867

RARE OPPORTUNITY! $1,595,000 3bds, den & 2 baths. Mstr bd w/dressing rm & private bath. Maid’s bd w/bath dn. Boeck/Allen 323-462-0867

SOUTHERN COLONIAL HOME $1,579,000 2 Beds, porch, liv/din, office, fam/bonus rm, eat-in kitch, pool, spa & gsthse. Knox/Malloy 323-464-9272

EXQUISITE REMODEL $1,395,000 Sleek & chic throughout. Light & bright open floor plan. 4/3. Gourmet kitchen. Hutchins 323-464-9272

FABULOUS OUTDOOR OASIS $1,295,000 Renovated home w/3beds, den, 2 3/4 baths + 1 bedrm gsthse w/cabana/exercise rm. Cohen 323-464-9272

CHIC TRADITIONAL! $1,219,000 3 br + 2 bath traditional in Hancock Park proper. Fab location. Central A/C. Hutchins 323-464-9272

WINDSOR SQUARE VALUE $1,195,000 5 beds (4 up/1 down) & 3 updated baths. (2 beds are huge!) Renovated kitchen. Hutchins 323-464-9272

2-STORY TRADITIONAL $1,175,000 4 Bds/2 bas up. Master w/Fr drs to balc. Converted garage w/gst quarters & gym. Loveland*Carr 323-464-9272

ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS! $1,150,000 3Bd/3ba + 3 subterranean pkg. BH high school dist. 24hr sec guarded, concierge. June Ahn 323-462-0867

PRESTIGIOUS CONDO IN HP $995,000 2 Bd/2.5 baths, din area, patio & brkfst rm could be a charming private office. June Lee 323-462-0867

STUNNING VIEWS! $989,000 Completely redone contemporary 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bath home. Large flat lot. Libowsky 323-464-9272

HOME HAS OVER 2,000 SF $939,500 2-Sty Craftsman, on apx 7,148 sq ft lot, forced air heat & foundation bolted. MacDonald 323-464-9272

NEAR LARCHMONT VILLAGE $919,000 3 bedrms up. Front bedroom w/balc. Park like backyard w/fruit trees & roses. Hutchins 323-464-9272

GREAT OPPORTUNITY! $899,000 3 Bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchen with breakfast room, formal living and dining room. Brenner/Hartman 323-462-0867

SIGNATURE UNIT IN COMPLEX! $895,000 Great corner unit location! 3 br. + 2.5 bas. Front courtyard & patio. 2 car gar. Burrell 323-464-9272

INVESTOR OPPORTUNITY! $799,000 Great open parking lot w/2 spaces per unit. Upgraded kitchens on 2 of the units. James Song 323-462-0867

PERFECT TOWNHOUSE $775,000 3Bd/2.5 bas, 3 private patios, plenty of closet & storage space. Pool & rec rm. Peggy Bartenetti 323-462-0867

BEAUTIFULLY APPOINTED CONDO $735,000 2Bd + den, 2.5 baths. Almost 2,000 sq.ft., 24-hr security guards, yr round pool. Peggy Bartenetti 323-462-0867

SPACIOUS UNIT W/VIEWS $549,000 1Bd / 1.5 baths, high ceilings, full service building. 24 HR doorman, valet. Christopher Calimbas 323-462-0867

SHORT SALE! $530,000 Short sales subj to lenders approval. 2Bd / 2.5 bas, high ceiling liv rm w/fpl. June Ahn 323-462-0867

EXCELLENT LOCATION $395,000 2Bd/2.5bas, New hrdwd flr on the main flr. Situated at back part of the complex. Bob Day/Cookie Day 323-462-0867

Hancock Park South 323-462-0867 119 N Larchmont Blvd (Larchmont & First)

Hancock Park North 323-464-9272 251 N Larchmont Blvd (Larchmont & Beverly Blvd)

Tony Svoboda 323.993.0740 ©2009 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker does not guarantee the accuracy of square footage, lot size or other information concerning the condition or features of property provided by the seller or obtained from public records or other sources, and the buyer is advised to independently verify the accuracy of that information through personal inspection and with appropriate professionals.

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Charity to fight cancer during L.A. Bike Tour

THE CANDY STORE at 135 N. Western Ave. was opened in 1921

by Charles A. See.

Preservationists hoping for reprieve for Seeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s building

By Laura Eversz Victory will be sweet for preservationists and local residents if they are successful in their efforts to save the original home of Seeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Candy from the wrecking ball.

The Cultural Heritage Commission agreed in February to consider recommendations that the building, at 135 N. Western Ave., be designated a city historic-cultural landmark.

Charles See and his mother, Mary, opened their first candy shop and kitchen in the Wilshire Center location in 1921. In 1946, they moved the operation to La Cienega Blvd.

The store was painted bright white and featured tile and Art Deco hanging lamps in what would become a signature in the 210 stores in operation today.

According to preservationist Chris Nichols, the Commission is scheduled to vote on the recommendation on April 2 (after the Chronicle has gone to press), and then it will be voted on by the City Council.

Nichols learned of the Renaissance revival style building in an article about Seeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a low rent bait and tackle shop at the time,â&#x20AC;? he recalls.

His wife, Charlene, had always had a great affection for the chocolate confectioner. In fact, as a teenager, she took a job at a Seeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s store, hoping to get a tour of the factory.

When Nichols discovered on a later drive-by that the shop was shuttered, and plans were in the works to destruct its façade for a mini-mall, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I knew we had to take action.â&#x20AC;?

Charlene, an archivist at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, penned a 40-page historic-cultural monument nomination, which she packedâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;along with letters from high-ranking Seeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s executives and the St. Andrews Square Neighborhood Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;in a five-pound Seeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s box for the trip to city hall.

In the nominating papers, she explained how Charles See cut candy prices from 80 cents a pound to 50 cents, and

gave discounts to help charity groups and clubs sell candy during the Depression.

Commissioners also learned that the Seeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s factory was where Lucille Ball trained for her famous candy assembly line scene in â&#x20AC;&#x153;I Love Lucy.â&#x20AC;?

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TODAY the building sits empty. Developers planned to put a strip mall on the site.

E-waste collection at Fairfax High Discarded electronics are one of the fastest growing segments of the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s landfills.

Stop the cycle by recycling your e-waste at Melrose Trading Post, 544 N. Fairfax Ave., on Sundays, April 12 and 26 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

E-waste includes electronics or electrical appliances with

a cord or circuit board such as computer monitors, TVs, printers, laptops, copiers, fax machines, toner cartridges, VCR/DVD players and cell phones. Refrigerators, washers and dryers are not accepted.

For more information or additional collection dates, call 323-655-7679.

ThinkCure, the charity of the Los Angeles Dodgers, will benefit from the L.A. Marathon and the Acura LA Bike Tour.

ThinkCure invites anyone who likes to ride a bike to join the tour on Memorial Day, Mon., May 25. Cyclists will raise money for collaborative cancer research at City of Hope and Childrens Hospital Los Angeles.

The 22-mile bike ride starts at 5 a.m. before the marathon begins. The ride starts and ends near the University of Southern California campus.

Cyclists riding on behalf of ThinkCure will receive a T-shirt, discounts at designated bike shops and access to the ThinkCure VIP tent.

Participants are asked to raise at least $200.

For more details about the ride or to sign up, go to www. thinkcure.org.

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and its 288 full color pages are “a heart-warming tribute to all who played a role in the birth

of the American floral industry,” said Ann Quinn, executive director of the California

ARMED PATROL THE HISTORY of the Los Angeles Flower Market features farmers, sellers and designers dating back to 1850.

Book features pictorial history of flower market Peggi Ridgeway and Jan Works, authors of “Sending Flowers to America” about the history of the Los Angeles Flower Market, will sign their book on Fri., May 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Virginia Robinson Estate, 1008 Elden Way in Beverly Hills.

The signing is in conjunction with the annual tour of the Virginia Robinson Estate.

Highlighting Los Angeles area history dating back to 1850, the book features flower farmers, sellers and designers—most of them European

immigrants—who supplied fresh flowers year-round for more than seven decades before the arrival of floral imports.

With more than 350 color photographs, the book includes a “profiles section” of stories and photos of 66 families of flower growers, shippers, wholesalers, florists and designers, based on nearly 100 personal interviews.

Most stories are rooted in the massive immigration movement of the early 1900s.

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Magnificent restored country English in gated, 24-hour security-guarded, private Fremont Place. Appx 5,900 sq. ft. home on appx 19,209 sq. ft. lot.

June Ahn

Beverly Hills. Prestigous Penthouse. French Chateau feeling is very special & lends itself to great entertaining. 22’ ceilings, wood & gas fireplace in living room, hardwood floors thru-out. Huge loft w/wet bar & entertaining room.

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421 S. Van Ness Avenue #2 $530,000

This is a short sale subject to lenders approval on all terms. Lender selects all services. 3 BR + 2.5 baths, high ceiling living room with fireplace, open kitchen with huge patio. 3rd Street School District.

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Or maybe youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve grab up only â&#x20AC;&#x153;earlyâ&#x20AC;? varieties when shopping in the spring, and are in glut mode by July 4th.

Your harvest is over a couple of weeks later, with no hope of more fruit during the height of the season.

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Clearly there was no strategy for the season.

This happens every summer.

Good gardeners spend valuable time and energy nurturing a crop and then gorgeous tomatoes ripen when least expected, or all at once. While harvest season varies from north to south in the Golden State, the frustrations are all the same.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t despair; there is a solution to this malady. With just a little forethought, you can plan your tomato crop, your harvest schedule and even your summer dinner menus!

Everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s garden and strategy will be different. But thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s as it should be. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re gardening in containers on a small condominium patio, you need maximum production from a small number of plants. In this scenario, opt for varieties that bear smaller rather than larger tomatoes. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll produce more tomatoes per plant than the ever popular but less productive beefsteaks. Read labels. You might want to pick determinate rather than indeterminate varieties, which will be stockier and less likely to behave like Kudzu on your terrace.

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The majority of California gardeners will grow six to eight tomato plants in their summer space along with other warm season favorites.

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Plant cherry varieties for color and "let's make a quick saladâ&#x20AC;? versatility. How about Yellow Pear? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s almost too cute on a summer plate. Add a grape variety (Green Grape could do nicely) to stretch the harvest season, and then choose Stupice, a wonderful heirloom, or another early red variety so you can pick fruits as early in the summer as possible. (Hint: Plant one at the cusp of the spring season and one three weeks later.

Succession planting can easily double your harvest window with a favorite early variety.)

Next, add a favorite indeterminate red hybrid such as Champion that will produce all season long, and striped Copia for its unique taste and sassy look. Mix in one late-season red Beefmaster beefsteak or a classic large heirloom like Cherokee Purple that can also offer an extended harvest.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great tomato garden.

If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re lucky enough to have a larger garden space, do all of the above but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t brag about it! Plant large cherries on a fence line where they can sprawl. Mix colors and sizes, early and late varieties and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to plant a row or two of Viva Italia or another paste or plum option so you can have plenty of fruit to process for canning and cooking. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to worry about production per plant, so plant every tempting variety you can lay your hands on. Remember to bring over a basketful when you and the kids visit for a swim.

With a game plan in mind, California gardeners can successfully script a long, colorful and tasty tomato season. There are lots of exciting varieties to choose from but, in the end, the choices arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t nearly as important as the fun youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have growing these beauties and sharing them with those you love.

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LOW COST VACCINATIONS NEXT CLINIC, TUESDAY 4/7/09 from 9A.M.-6 P.M.

All vaccinations administered by Larchmont Animal Clinic Veterinarians.

OFFICES FOR LEASE

ADORABLE small breed, eight-week old puppies were rescued from the pound just in time. Visit Savinggracela.org or call 323-871-8538. Cats and kittens also need a home.

Donations are always appreciated at local rescue group: SavingGrace LA, 137 N. Larchmont Blvd., #212, 90004.

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LEIMERT CO

(323)466-8591

Larchmont Chronicle's

CLASSIFIED ADS

DEADLINE FOR THE MAY ISSUE IS WEDNESDAY APRIL 22, 2009

To place your classified ad, call 323-462-2241, ext. 16

REAL ESTATE

OPPORTUNITY

SERVICES

HOME IMPROVEMENT

HOME IMPROVEMENT

HOME IMPROVEMENT

Executive Level Income

EDITING

CLEANING

PAINTING

CONTRACTOR

COMMERCIAL

FOR RENT/LEASE

WRITER, EDITOR, PROOFREADER

Mr. & Mrs. Mike & Son HOME DETAILING

Italian Painting Services, Inc.

RUTTER CONST.

PRIME Larchmont Village Retail Space

ELMWOOD APTS.

No travel required Training included

2 min. info message

888.454.2042 JOB WANTED College Student Needs Work

Need help with a resume, cover letter or school entrance essay?

How about a business bio or online profile?

Need another pair of eyes to proof or copy edit a book or proposal?

"Better Than Spring Cleaning"

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Quality is our Traditionâ&#x20AC;?

Residential & Commercial Interior & Exterior

Special Detailing for House Sale & Remodeling

Licensed & Insured

"A Great Gift Idea for a Parent or Yourself"

FREE ESTIMATE

Small Jobs OK! Free Estimates All Property Services available, BA & Kit. Remodels

Mike 323-687-4268 Lic. #463034

323.610.7051

HANDYMAN

Call or email for estimates

Serving Larchmont for more than 50 years using proven techniques

ItalianPaintingServices.com

MORE THAN JUST A HANDYMAN

(323) 793-2632

puttputtproductions.com

310-770-6759

FOR SALE

GIFT BASKETS

WINDOWS

Chapin Handyman Service & Custom Carpentry

Burial Plots

A Basket Case

WINDOW WIZARD

Driving, errands, child-sitting, handyman, anything!

References available Averill Kuhns

Forest Lawn Glendale Beautiful older hillside area Whispering Pines, Interment space 1 & 6, lot 1919 avail.

323-935-8905 Grant

SERVICES CHILDCARE Area resident, recent graduate w/early childhood degree, CPR & First Aid. Infant & Toddler specialist.

Local Refs Available Start at $10 hr. eklempner@gmail.com

I can help!

323-856-9501

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Details that make the Differenceâ&#x20AC;?

Unique & Unusual presentations for Any & All Occasions to suit every budget

323.936.9043 Over 10 yrs. experience

PERSONAL Errands â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;n Chores â&#x20AC;&#x153;A helping hand when you need it.â&#x20AC;?

House cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, office work, transportation, dog walking and organization.

Call Peg for rates

323.482.1208 Licensed, insured & bonded

COMPUTER Apple/MAC Support Problem Solving & Training Mature Tech - User Friendly

References Available meetyourmac.com

323.962.1414

www.errandsnchores.com

REACH 76, 239 READERS WITH YOUR CLASSIFIED AD

CALL EARLY

REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR EXPERTS

Rapid, Affordable, Quality Work

323-481-5021

CA Lic. #930258

CARPENTRY

15+ years experience in LA Specializing in custom kitchen, bath & entertainment units and finished carpentry

References Available Reliable & Affordable

213-215-2284

CONCRETE

GARDEN

Horusicky Construction, Inc.

Avalon Landscape, Inc.

Family Owned & Operated 39 years in business Hardscapes, Custom Stone, Retaining Walls, Stamped Concrete, Brick, Driveways, BBQS, Outdoor Kitchens, Fireplaces, Foundations, Drainage Systems

310.454.4385 310.544.9384

POOLS & SPAS New & Remodels Horusicky Construction, Inc.

Most prestigious South June Street location Private Sale VALUE RANGE PRICING

323-841-5999

310.454.4385 310.544.9384

IRONWORK

HORUSICKY.COM

EP Welding Service

TILING

Rust Removal Unlicensed

A-1 BEST CHOICE CONCRETE

928.575.6278

Big & Small Jobs All Concrete Work FREE ESTIMATES

Everybody Reads the Classifieds!

@950 SF w/BA & AC Large Display Window Sep. back work area

Hancock Park Signature Estate

818.981.0452

Licensed, Bonded, Insured

STORE 4 LEASE 3rd & Fairfax area

"fix those little things & more"

Excellent References

Iron/Steel Repair

912 Square Feet Lease $6300/mo. net Jonathan Tsai PH: 323-463-4220 FX: 323-463-4412

323.270.0604

Call for Free Estimate Licensed & Bonded

111 N. Larchmont Blvd.

Trev's Handywork

Family Owned & Operated Licensed, Bonded, Insured

Decorative/Wrought/ Pool Enclosures

Lic. 803044

323.481.5021

Specializing in drought tolerant gardens, landscape, hardscape, water features, irrigation and more!

HORUSICKY.COM

323.660.7463

Licensed & Bonded 20 yrs. Exp., Refs available Professional Quality Work in All Trades

REAL ESTATE

TELL OUR ADVERTISERS YOU "SAW IT IN THE LARCHMONT CHRONICLE !"

B M TILE & STONE Custom Installation & Fabrication Specialists Porcelain-Granite-MarbleOnyx-Travertine-SlateLimestone--Glass TileCaesar Stone-Natural Stone

Kitchens & Bathrooms CustomTileInstallation.com

FREE ESTIMATE

310-466-2211

FOR SALE

949.637.6699 WANTED TO RENT DUPLEX or 1 BDR APT or COTTAGE Hancock Park area for a Mature Lady

213.744.7469

DEADLINE FOR THE MAY ISSUE IS WEDNESDAY APRIL 22

4717 Elmwood Ave. 1st flr. Studio/BA $850/mo.

2nd flr. 1 BDRM/BA $1050/mo.

Sec. dep. req. + ins. & common area fee Street pkg., new flrs. & appls., on-site laundry.

Sorry, No Pets Centrally located, convenient to all elmwoodapartmentsla.com

Linda @ 323/469-6734 GAILMORE APTS. 108 S. Gramercy Pl. Studio/BA $850/mo.

Sec. dep. req. + ins. & common area fee $25 credit app. fee Street pkg., new thru-out, on-site laundry. No Pets Central & convenient gailmoreapartments.com

Linda @ 323/469-6734

Mid Wilshire 1 BD $950 Lg. Kit., Walk-in Closet, All New Decor, Laundry Facility, Cont./Gated Entry

344 S. Hobart

(323)630-4538 LARGE FURNISHED ROOM/PVT. BATH Kitchen & laundry privileges Single adult female Non-smoker - No Pets Larchmont area - $650 mo.

323/465-2417 Hancock Park Adjacent Large Cottage @rear of pvt. home

Quiet & Secure $900 mo.

323.465.2900

PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL CLASSIFIED ADS MUST BE PAID FOR BEFORE THE PAPER GOES TO PRESS EACH MONTH

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SECTION TWO

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ARCHITECTURAL JEWEL!

$3,999,000

REMODELED BY PAUL WILLIAMS

$3,650,000

GOLF COURSE ESTATE

$2,669,000

Hancock Park. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 room maid’s ste, sun room, basement, garage apartment, private yard. Incredible details throughout. House has just under 9,000 square feet (per assessor).

Hancock Park. Grand scale LR w/fpl, richly paneled library w/ leaded glass windows. 3 en suite beds. Master w/2 fireplaces Sep 2rm gst hse w/bath. Cen heat & air. Gorgeous backyard, pool & spa.

Hancock Park. 3bed/2baths up incl amazing course-facing master suite w/fpl, office/nursery, lux bath & walk-in closet. Private bed/bath down+powder. Gourmet kit opens to fam rm. Gst studio w/ba.

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L ISA H UTCHINS

323-464-9272

DESIGNER PERFECT!

$1,975,000

LARGE DUPLEX

323-464-9272

$1,499,000

323-464-9272

PRISTINE CONDITION

$1,300,000

Hancock Park. Open gourmet cntr-isle kit, breakfast area & fam rm w/French doors to covered deck for great indoor/outdoor entertaining. Powder room.3bds/2bas up.Rear grassy yard & gardens.

Hancock Park. Private entry w/fabulous staircase 3 bd/2 bas + bonus. Appx. 5,156 sq.Ft. Frml liv & din rms, lrg kit & bkfst area, huge fpl in LR, garage prkng for 4. Large walk-in closet space.

Hancock Park. 4Bd / 3 baths, A/C, copper plumbing, great location. Hrdwd, old school moldings.

H UTCHINS /P ENFOLD

S HAR P ENFOLD

T HE W OODWARDS

323-464-9272

REMODELED! READY TO MOVE IN

$1,299,000

GORGEOUS SPANISH GEM

323-462-0867

$1,195,000

323-462-0867

ADORABLE ENGLISH TUDOR HOME

$1,049,000

Hancock Park. Spacious units 1 up & 1 down. Both units are very bright. Each unit has 3 Bedroom 2 baths. Top unit has view from balcony. Close to Larchmont Village.

Miracle Mile. Original character & many upgrades in historic Carthay Circle. Beamed ceiling in liv rm w/arched way, 2 fireplaces, fam rm, charming kit & brkfst rm. Backyard w/fpool.

Miracle Mile. Bright & light, with arched doorways & windows.

Frml liv rm w/coved ceiling & fpl, din rm, 3 bds, 1.75 bas + bonus studio & sunroom, hrdwd flrs thru-out. Remodeled gourmet kitchen.

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H ARTMAN /B RENNER

A. R OBERTS /J. S ONG

GREAT OWNER/USER PROPERTY

$995,000

MUST SELL!

323-462-0867

$959,000

323-462-0867

WONDERFUL SPANISH HOME!

$875,000

Miracle Mile. Property has deep lot & is owned by prof landscaper.

Units have access to yard w/cozy garden rms. Upper unit 2+1 occupied & lower unit will be vacant.Central A/C. Newer electrical.

Miracle Mile. First time in the market in 20 years. Well maintained home w/a lot of orig details. Outdoor entertainment area onto garden. Central air/heat. Attice converted to 4th bedroom.

Hancock Park. 3 Bds, office/fam rm & sun porch. Hrdwd flrs & many orig details. Foyer w/stained glass windows. Tastefully remod kit opens to private backyard for outdoor dining & activities.

L OVELAND *C ARR

J AMES B ANG

B ARBARA A LLEN

323-464-9272

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323-464-9272

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323-462-0867

HIGHER VALUES

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