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vol. 49, no. 6 • delivered to the 76,439 readers in hancock park • windsor square • fremont place • park labrea • larchmont village • Miracle Mile
Residents need to stay vigilant as crime rises Daytime burglaries a concern; reporting urged
GRAD SALUTE Pages 17 - 28
SECTION ONE BUNGALOW trial back on calendar. 3 ROBBERY on Irving. FATHERS, sons on Larchmont.
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CARNIVAL at Wilshire Station.
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GOOD SHEPHERD gets youthful volunteer. 13 ADVICE to freshmen.
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SWEET TREATS on Larchmont. 30 CRAFT'S 'Looming Election.' 34
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Burglaries in several neighborhoods have been increasing, according to recent reports from Los Angeles Police Department’s Olympic and Wilshire Divisions. Councilman Tom LaBonge held a public safety meeting May 31 at John Burroughs Middle School to discuss the recent hike in crime. He was joined by Capt. Robert Arcos of Olympic Division and Capt. Eric Davis of Wilshire Division who answered questions and gave in-
Project repairs Wilshire potholes Temporary fix Motorists traveling along Wilshire Blvd. are getting a smoother drive following the pothole repair project in May. Bureau of Street Services employees poured liquid asphalt to provide temporary fixes to the severest potholes on Wilshire Blvd. between La Brea Ave. and Wilton Place. Councilman Tom LaBonge said $6,800 in funds from the Street Furniture Revenue See Potholes, p 6
formation about how to better protect property. “Every crime and suspicious event needs to be reported because police statistics influence the decisions about assignments of patrol cars,” said Capt. Davis. Daytime burglaries when suspects knock on doors to test to see if anyone is at home are of particular concern. Several of the other incidents occurred when the homeowners had neglected to turn on their alarms. Police request any suspicious persons or activity be reported, call 911 immediately.
Hamlet XP, gym to open on Blvd. Good thing a spinning gym is opening with Hamburger Hamlet XP debuting in early June. The express-type, sitdown restaurant will be at the former Avocado Grill, at 217 N. Larchmont. Flywheel Sports indoor cycling center is targeted to get people in shape at the former Blockbusters site, 147 N. Larchmont Blvd. A 2013 opening is planned.
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THIRD GENERATION in the same family to receive a haircut from Jerry Cottone at his Larchmont Barber Shop on the boulevard is John Russell V, whose father brought him from Washington, D. C. His grandfather John Russell III, started at Jerry’s when he and his wife Kathy moved to Windsor Square in 1982.
ADMIRING an ivy-covered fence that was once an eyesore at Third Street Elementary School were, from left, Hancock Park Homeowners Association board members Joanne Medeiros and Cindy Chvatal-Keane, PTA president Deanna Hughes, principal Suzie Oh and Friends of Third St. co-chair Roy Forbes. See story page 6
Windsor Square residents to vote on new lighting project Straw poll ballot being mailed to select area Windsor Square homeowners will be asked to weigh in on a proposed project to improve safety and lighting on neighborhood streets. A straw poll ballot is being mailed to a portion of Windsor Square residents by city officials seeking their approval of the proposed improvement project and the assessment. The ballot will go to homeowners on the following streets: Beachwood, Plymouth, Windsor, Lorraine and Irving between First and Third streets. It will include an estimated cost per parcel. Norma Isahakian, city Bureau of Street Lighting, said her department needs to receive 70 percent approval to go ahead with designs and seek construction bids. Funding will come from the property owners and the Bureau will be contributing $100,000 to the project. The costs can be spread out over 10 years. John Welborne, chairman of the Windsor Square Association lighting committee, said for questions concerning the project, go to wsinfo@windsorsquare.org.
“This is an important step forward. Residents will benefit from the improved lighting, and I urge those who receive See Lighting, p 10
Outlook on Seniors Advertising deadline for our annual senior section is Fri., June 15. To reserve space, call Pam Rudy, 323-462-2241 x 11.
On the Boulevard Glimpses by Jane The boulevard is awash with shoppers seeking Father’s Day and graduation gifts, not to mention summer clothes in anticipation of vacation days ahead. *** After doing charity work in South and Central America, Rachel Gaddy has landed a job in San Francisco, her mom Elaine informed us outside Yoga Works. Rachel is in the See BLVD., p 10
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Community Platform
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Harden the target It’s so distressing to hear about home burglaries that occurred when the residents’ alarms weren’t turned on. Your alarms, your barking dog, your outdoor lighting are all deterrents to burglars. Put them to use. Another reminder: do not open your front door to anyone who you do not know. If they are from the phone company, gas company, delivery service or other firms, insist on identification and/or a phone number you can call to confirm.
We are all a-twitter Breaking news, calendar items, road closures, filming in the area, law suit status—these are among the “tweets” you can find on our twitter. Just go to larchmontchronicle.com. Because items of interest come to our desk after we print, we can now accommodate them in our Twitter. Find this feature on our webpage— larchmontchronicle.com—it’s on the righthand side of the homepage.
Sat., June 9 – Park La Brea Community Day, Alandele Circle, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wed., June 13 – Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council meeting, 743 S. Lucerne Blvd., 7 p.m. (greaterwilshire. org) Sun., June 17 – Father’s Day Sun., June 24 – Unveiling of "Levitated Mass" ("The Rock") at LACMA, at 11 a.m. (lacma.org/art/exhibition/levitated-mass) Sun., June 24 – Windsor Square-Hancock Park Historical Society tea at the Los Angeles Fire Dept. Museum, 1355 Cahuenga Blvd., 2 p.m. (wshphs.org)
Salute to graduates Read our special section (pages 17 - 28) on graduates. We appreciate the support from local schools who participated in these pages.
Beautifying our Schools HPHOA, est. 1948 board member Joanne Medeiros has had another success in improving the look of our public schools. The fence on the 3rd Street side of the 3rd Street School has been covered with ‘permanent’ ivy called ‘Ivy-It’ which is a 100% recycled polyethylene. It has a natural variegated leaf pattern and is used by cities and utilities to provide an attractive cover for areas that are heavily graffitied. We welcome our new Board member, Renee Mochkatel. Renee is an attorney with Allred, Maroko & Goldberg, representing clients in employment-related matters. She graduated from Cal Poly, Pomona, in 1979 with a Bachelor of Arts degree cum laude. She then attended Pepperdine University receiving her Juris Doctorate in 1982. Renee sits on the Executive Committee of the Labor and Employment section of the L.A. County Bar Association, where she has also served as a guest lecturer. She has authored several articles for the Daily Journal on topics dealing with employment law and sits on the Board of Temple Israel of Hollywood. Renee is married to Stefanie Hall and their daughter, Sophie, attends Marlborough School. Crime continues to be a problem so remember to 1) Keep your car locked and valuables out of sight; 2) Set your house alarm, if you have one; 3) When out of town have papers stopped, mail picked up, keep a car in the driveway and put timers on lights; 4) If anyone comes to the door have them identify themselves before opening the door. Report crimes or suspicious activity by calling 911 and your security service, if you are a subscriber; the Wilshire Division LAPD station-213-473-0476 or our Senior Lead Officer, Dave Cordova (213793-0650; 31646@lapd.lacity.org).. Try and get a description of the person and any identifying vehicle information such as make and model of a car a license plate numbers. Never confront a suspicious person yourself. If you’re planning changes to your house read the Preservation Plan which can be found at: http://www.hancockparkhomeownersassociation. org/ or http://preservation.lacity.org/hpoz/la/hancock-park ) and contact City Planner Vinita Huang (213-978-1216 or Vinita.Huang@ lacity.org). Be sure and look at our website for news – http://www. HancockPark.org . Report graffiti sightings by calling 311 or at the City’s Anti-Graffiti Request System - http://anti-graffiti.lacity. org/welcome.cfm?CFID=1007&CFTOKEN=411CDB4F-0FC3-4EE189DE58DCCB435538 and by calling Hollywood Beautification, 323463-5180. Questions regarding filming - contact Filming Committee, Cami Taylor (323-692-1414-Home and 310-659-6220-Office). Adv.
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'What are your plans for the summer?' That's the question
inquiring photographer Laura Eversz asked people along Larchmont Blvd.
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"I plan to spend it mostly with my grandchildren. We're going to take short day trips and visit places like Alcatraz." Sheri Munger S. Rimpau
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WILSHIRE DIVISION ROBBERY: A 14-year-old boy was accosted and his electronic equipment stolen near the corner of 600 S. McCadden Pl. on May 15 at 1 p.m. PREVENTION TIP: Pay attention to your surroundings and if possible don’t walk alone, especially at night. If approached, try to remember details that will help police with making an arrest.
BURGLARIES: Jewelry, cameras and computer equipment were taken from a home on the 400 block of S. Citrus Ave. on April 28 between 7:20 and 9 a.m. The suspects pried open a side door. Jewelry was stolen from a residence on the 100 block of N. June St. on May 6 at 8:10 p.m. The suspects broke in by forcing open a panel on the door. Property was taken from a home on the 300 block of S. Arden Blvd. on May 10 between 11:50 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. The suspects pried open a rear window to gain entry. Technical instruments were stolen from a residence on the 200 block of S. Lucerne Blvd. on May 12 between 7 a.m. and 8:19 p.m. A cell phone was taken from a home on the 600 block of S. Arden Blvd. on May 16 at 1:45 p.m. The suspect entered through an unlocked door. A wallet and money were stolen from a residence on the 600 block of N. Las Palmas Ave. while the victim was at home between May 17 at 11 p.m. and May 18 at 2 a.m. A home on the 100 block of S. Beachwood Dr. was ransacked and property taken on May 18 between 8 and 11:30 p.m. PREVENTION TIP: Lock all doors, gates, garage and windows and keep areas well (Please turn to page 8)
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"I'm actually going to be interning part-time for a nonprofit, and also working parttime at a cupcake shop." Kelly Duggan Larchmont Village
"We're going to the Disneyland resort in Hawaii with Ava's eight cousins. We're very excited. We're also traveling to Yellowstone in Montana with friends from the neighborhood." Gretchen and Ava Fourticq Norton Ave.
"We're really just planning on spending time with my parents and family. We'll also be taking trips to look at colleges with our son."" Camilla Shafer Arden Blvd.
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Larchmont Bungalow trial delayed, again, to June 12
INSIDE Section one SQUEAKY WHEEL
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ENTERTAINMENT Theater Review - 32 At the Movies - 33 GRADUATE SALUTE 17-28 AROUND TOWN
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SCHOOL NEWS
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SUMMER CAMPS
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VILLAGE sign.
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SCHOOL BELL heads to prom. 12
Section two REAL ESTATE Real Estate sales MUSEUM ROW
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LIBRARIES 10 HOME & GARDEN
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PROFESSOR KNOW-IT-ALL
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An L.A. Superior Court judge continued the Larchmont Bungalow pre-trial to Tues., June 12 at 8:30 a.m. at Criminal Central Court downtown, Division 40. At a hearing in April, defense counsel Mitchell Egers asked for a delay as he has another trial and was unable to proceed until June or July. “The Court continued the case over our objection,” said deputy city attorney Serena Christion. The judge added the case will not be dismissed or reduced and told the defense counsel his client must choose between a plea or a trial. A trial date for the criminal trial of the People v. Albert Mizrahi and the Larchmont Bunglaow will be set at the upcoming pre-trial. A jury swearing in will follow, said
Christion. The defendant pleaded not guilty in March to three criminal charges against the Bungalow, 107 N. Larchmont Blvd. The Bungalow continues to remain open after its certificate of occupancy was revoked, and after the city won a civil case against the restaurant in December, said deputy city attorney Kim Rodgers Westoff. In the civil case, an L.A. Superior Court judge ruled Bungalow owner Mizrahi violated a covenant promising he would not have dining tables and chairs at the licensed take out. He opened the Bungalow in Sept. 2009 with tables and chairs. Sit-down restaurants are limited on Larchmont per city zoning.
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Memorial Day signals the beginning of summer after June gloom goes away. Summer is fun for us on the Boulevard. The stores and services have many amazing items just for the summer – at the Hollywood Bowl, picnic at the beach, a hike into the hills or a garden party in the yard. Many of our restaurants have take out menus and what better way to add spice to your party or event than a meal from Le Petit Greek, Chan Dara Restaurant, or Larchmont Village Wine & Cheese. Sunglasses are a must from Hans Custom Optik , IWear or Larchmont Optometrics. Summer clothes can be found at Noni Boutique, LF Sportswear, My Favorite Place and Pickett Fences. What a perfect start to the perfect summer. Take a moment and tell us what events and happenings are going on in our neighborhood that you would like to share with everyone. Our improving web site will soon have links to our neighboring websites and it is very useful for you – www. larchmont.com. Our newsletter is being sent to our friends, neighbors and members; so contact us at www.larchmont.com and indicate you want to subscribe and we will send you a newsletter. We have specials, sales, new ideas, events, and just general news of Larchmont Boulevard. We at the Larchmont Boulevard Association, appreciate our Boulevard and we would love to have you appreciate it as well. Please, no posters, flyers or advertising on the posts, trees etc. – it is graffiti. Visit us at www.larchnmont.com and we love to see you Adv. on the Boulevard.
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Suspects sought in home invasion L.A.P.D. Olympic Division detectives are seeking suspects in a home invasion robbery that took place on Mother’s Day on the 500 block of N. Irving Blvd. According to senior lead officer Joe Pelayo, the victim, a woman in her 70s, answered a knock at the door at about 9 a.m. to find a man and woman who said they were delivering flowers. When she told them they had the wrong address, the suspects asked to use her phone. Armed with a handgun, they followed her inside her home. She was tied
up with a telephone cord and sustained injuries after being struck on the head. The suspects fled with jewelry and other valuables, as well as a handgun belonging to the victim. The woman was able to free herself and call 911. She was treated at the scene for her injuries and released. The suspects were described as black and between the ages of 20 and 25. Anyone having information about the crime is encouraged to contact Olympic Division detectives at 213-382-9460.
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INSTALLATION of neighborhood watch signs on N. Windsor Blvd. drew residents Michelle Baron, with daughter Fiona, and Fred Mariscal along with L.A.P.D. Olympic Division senior lead officer Joe Pelayo. L.A. Dept. of Transportation employees erected the signs between Beverly Blvd. and Melrose Ave. Paramount Studios, Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council and the Larchmont Village Neighborhood Association funded the project.
Schools, crime, land use topics at LVNA semi-annual meeting Crime prevention, community involvement and land use were on the agenda of the Larchmont Village Neighborhood Association's semi-annual meeting in June. LVNA president Charlie D'Atri congratulated principal Katty Iriarte on Van Ness Elementary achieving status as a California Distinguished School. "Van Ness was nowhere near the school it is today until Principal Iriarte took the bull by the horns and effected positive change that benefits everyone in the neighborhood," said D'Atri. L.A.P.D. Olympic Division sergeant Ted Urena presented crime statistics and offered
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Project repairs Wilshire potholes (Continued from page 1)
Fund financed the day-long project. “It’s only a temporary solution until federal funds for the Bus Rapid Transit are used to repave the street,” LaBonge said. Asphalt paving is a mixture of raw asphalt, sand and gravel. Raw asphalt is extracted from the
ground, heated to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, then mixed with the sand and gravel. This final mixture is then spread evenly and compacted. The Fund provides money for transit-related projects such as sidewalk projects, curb and sidewalk improvements and beautification projects needed to improve conditions for public transit patrons.
POTHOLES RECEIVE infusion of liquid asphalt at intersection of Wilshire Blvd. and La Brea Ave. Inset, Councilman Tom LaBonge confers with B. L. Jones, city Bureau of Street Services.
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native.” By Laura Eversz A fence surrounding the Medeiros, who was an playground at Third St. Ele- important part of the team mentary School that was once that planned and implementan eyesore is now a thing of ed a beautification project beauty, thanks to the efforts of at John Burroughs Middle the Hancock Park Homeown- School, said area homeowners and parents of students need ers Association (HPHOA). “We’re trying to do things to step forward and contribute in the neighborhood that are to schools’ maintenance. visible and make a difference,” “The department oversaid HPHOA president Cindy seeing grounds and building maintenance at both BurChvatal-Keane. Previous attempts to pro- roughs and Third St. has had a 50 percent reductect the area from the view of pass- Photo on Page 1 tion in budgets that employ maintenance ersby were met crews that care for, with disappointclean and maintain school ing results. “Canvassing the chain link facilities,” said Medeiros. “Serfence was a great idea, but it vices ranging from planting only encouraged taggers to and maintaining school garuse the surface for their own dens, trash pickup in public purpose,” said board member areas, removal of graffiti and Joanne Medeiros. “Painting privatizing chain link fences over the graffiti left uneven that are a visual blight to the splotches of color… over time residents that live near by will the 2,000 linear feet of fencing now have to be addressed and looked neglected and became financed by others.” “The schools are in a bind,” a community eyesore.” An attempt to grow trum- added Chvatal-Keene. “They pet vines to cover the fence just don’t have the funds. was stunted due to infrequent So our plan is to get more involved in fundraising and watering and fertilizing. Medeiros recommended a outreach and help wherever product called Ivy-It, which is we can.” made from recycled polyethylene plastic. The synthetic ivy Longevity expert and vine system, which looks like natural foliage, is UV pro- at St. Barnabus tected and provides complete An authority on longevity coverage while discouraging will speak at the St. Barnabus graffiti and tagging. Senior Services cocktail party After getting approval from on Thurs., June 7 at 6 p.m. at the principal and school dis672 S. Carondelet St. trict, the HPHOA had the Ivy Dr. Nir Barzilai, director of It installed. The plan is for a the Longevity Genes Project consistent effort being made to care for the trumpet vines at the Albert Einstein College and encourage their growth of Medicine, will talk on “Lesso that over time, they can sons on Longevity.” Rsearch weave and grow over and into with his team has identified the Ivy-It product to create a the longevity gene in humans. Requested donation is permanent green shield. “It looks beautiful,” said $60 for one, $100 for two, Chvatal-Keane. “And I give and includes wine and hors Joanne all the credit for com- d’oeuvres. To reserve visit ing up with this clever alter- sbssla.org.
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Community Outreach Day Trader Joe’s debuts store at Gilmore Station Trader Joe’s has joined the Access is at two entrances parking is available for 111 June 9 appeals to all ages four other stores opening from Third St., and surface cars. at Gilmore Station, on the northwest corner of Third St. and Fairfax Ave. The one-story mall, directly across from the Farmers Market, is a development by the A. F. Gilmore Co. and named for the founder of the Farmers Market. Joining Trader Joe’s is Mendocino Farms, a sandwich and salad restaurant; Planet Beauty, a cosmetics supply, and also opening is Paper Source, a stationery and gift store. Another store has yet to be announced. The project is the result of cooperation among A.F. Gilmore Co., Mid City West Community Council, area residents and stakeholders and Councilman Paul Koretz.
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Blvd. on April 28 at 6:30 p.m. The suspect gained entry through an unlocked door. PREVENTION TIP: Secure your vehicle by locking all doors, windows and sunroofs. Do NOT leave valuables in your vehicle, especially in plain view. This includes purses, wallets, briefcases, laptop computers, cell phones, iPods, CDs, cameras or shopping bags. Park your vehicle in areas where there is a high concentration of pedestrian traffic. At night, park in welllit areas. OLYMPIC DIVISION BURGLARIES: Money was taken from an apartment on the 400 block of S. Norton Ave. on May 4 between 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. The suspect pried open the front door to break in. Jewelry and money were stolen from an apartment on the 400 block of S. Manhattan Pl. between May 4 at 8:45 a.m. and May 5 at 10:30 p.m. The suspect broke in by unlocking the front door of the residence. GRAND THEFT AUTO: A black 2006 Aston Martin DB9 was stolen from the 300 block of S. Van Ness Ave. between May 7 at 10 p.m. and May 8 at 8 a.m. The car was parked in the driveway. A silver 2002 Toyota Camry was taken from near the corner of Wilton Pl. and Wilshire Blvd. on May 16 between 3 and 3:30 p.m. A black 1992 Porsche 911 was stolen from near the corner of S. St. Andrews Pl. and Oakwood Dr. between May 18 at 7:30 p.m. and May 20 at 12:45 p.m. BURGLARY THEFT FROM VEHICLE: A spare wheel was taken from a car parked on the 200 block of Wilton Pl. between May 7 at 8 p.m. and May 8 at 8:30 a.m. A purse containing money and a camera was stolen from a car parked on the 400 block of S. St. Andrews Pl. on May 8 between 4:30 and 9:30 p.m. Property was taken from a car parked near the corner of Clinton St. and Gower St. on May 9 between 1:15 and 4:10 p.m. Auto parts and accessories were stolen off a car parked on the 500 block of N. Bronson Ave. between May 12 at 2 a.m. and May 13 at 8:30 a.m. Technical instruments were taken from a car parked on the 300 block of Westminster Ave. between May 12 at 7:30 p.m. and May 13 at 11 a.m. Graffiti Removal Operation Clean Sweep .............................. 311 Hollywood Beautification ............. 323-463-5180 anti-grafitti.lacity.org
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Summer carnival at Wilshire station benefits youths
A carnival in front of the Wilshire Community Police Station at 4861 Venice Blvd. will offer fun activities including rides, games and food booths. The three-day event runs Fri., June 29, 5 to 11 p.m. and Sat., June 30 and Sun., July 1, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Wilshire Community Police Council. The volunteer group funds youth programs at the station, including the Police Cadet and Deputy Auxiliary Police (DAP) programs. The Cadet program focuses on youths 14 to 20 that are interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement. Youngsters ages 9 to 13 learn general law enforcement principals in the DAP program. Contact Wilshire’s community relations office at 213-473-0200.
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Father-and-son duos exemplify a Larchmont Village tradition
FENADYS, Duke and A.J., are working on writing plays, novels.
L.A. and raised a family of six children—five boys and one girl in their Hancock Park home. “I thought, I’ll go out there and give it a glancing blow,” laughs Andrew. “If it works out —fine—and if it doesn’t, I’ll go back to Toledo, get into politics and become the governor of Ohio. Happily for the state of Ohio, that didn’t happen." Fenady moved into television with the creation of “Confidential File,” Paul Coates’ national expose television series that was a precursor to “60 Minutes.” Andrew
wrote and produced more than 150 episodes and won three Emmys. “We did much bolder topics than they did,” he says of 60 Minutes. “We were the first to do a show on homosexuality, and the first to do shows on prostitution and child molesters. You name it, we did it.” Andrew soon jumped into the motion picture world, writing and producing titles such as Warner Bros.’ “Stakeout on Dope Street” and “Chisum,” starring John Wayne, and Paramount’s “The Young Captives.” Fenady has also written many westerns
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and more than 12 novels and numerous made-for-TV movies. In 1983, Andrew’s son Duke graduated from UCLA and joined his father’s production company. Together, they produced “A Masterpiece of Murder” starring Bob Hope and Don Ameche, “Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus” and “The Love She Sought,” starring Angela Lansbury. “I’d come up here and Dad would be writing 10 or 12 pages a day,” remembers Duke, “and I’d type them out. That’s basically how I learned to write!”
“Dad creates the show, writes the treatment, pitches it, draws up the budget, then line produces and executive produces it, so I learned how to do this from the ground up… I learned how to do it the right way.” Andrew is also a Hollywood chameleon. As westerns faded, he realized that he needed to reinvent himself by writing more detective and mystery stories. His office is actually the setting for one of his novel’s heroes, Sam Marlow in “The Man with Bogart’s Face.” “When we shot that movie, (Please turn to page 29)
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Metro’s Board of Directors approved the >nal environmental reports on both the Westside Subway Extension to the MidWilshire area and the Regional Connector through Downtown LA. Both rail projects are now a step closer to awarding contracts and beginning construction.
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The >rst phase of the subway extension from the Metro Purple Line Wilshire/Western Station has been approved adding three new stations along Wilshire Bl at La Brea, Fairfax and La Cienega.
> The route connects with the Metro Blue and Expo lines at 7th St/Metro Center Station and with the Metro Gold Line at Alameda St.
> The $4.2 billion project will eventually extend the subway a distance of approximately nine miles to Beverly Hills, Century City and Westwood.
> The Regional Connector will save approximately 20 minutes of travel time by eliminating transfers through Downtown.
> A one-way trip between Union Station in Downtown LA and Westwood will take only 25 minutes.
> Under the 30/10 Initiative leveraging Measure R funding with federal dollars, construction could begin in 2014 and be completed by 2019.
> Under the 30/10 Initiative leveraging Measure R funding with federal dollars, construction could begin in 2013, with completion of the subway to the Westwood area by 2022.
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By Sondi Sepenuk As Father’s Day approaches, we thought it appropriate to visit father and son business teams who call Larchmont home. Have you ever wondered what occupies the space above the Coldwell Banker office at the corner of Beverly & Larchmont? Well, wonder no more. Tucked away in a former apartment building are the private offices of Hollywood writers and producers Andrew J. Fenady and his son, Duke. After you climb the decadesold carpeted stairs to their offices, you are immediately struck by the signage on the door. “Sam Marlow, Private Investigator, ‘I Don’t Sleep.’” Upon entering, the scent of cigars is striking. The woodpaneled walls are covered with faded photos: Angela Lansbury, Charles Bronson, Christopher Reeve, John Wayne. You think, “This is Hollywood. The way it SHOULD be.” Fenady, known to his friends as A.J., was raised in Toledo, Ohio. He started his career traveling the country in summer stock theatre, but quickly decided the action was in Hollywood. He and his wife of 56 years, Mary Frances, landed in
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WSHP Historical Society meeting is at Fire Department Museum Historic fire engines will be on view when Windsor SquareHancock Park Historical Society members and guests attend the annual meeting on Sun., June 24 at 3 p.m. at the Los Angeles Fire Department Museum, 1355 N. Cahuenga Blvd. Fire stations 61 and 52 and the Windsor Square Association will be receiving checks for beautification projects from proceeds of the annual HPHS garden tour.
Also on the agenda are Historic Landmark Awards and election of the trustees and advisory board members. Fluff McLean, Society chairman, said Bruce Belland, lead singer of the Four Preps, will speak. He co-founded the group while attending Hollywood High School. A light supper will follow the meeting. Cost for members and guests is $30; $35 for non-members. For reservations go wshphs.org.
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Free admission for select 'codes' to ‘The Rock’ As a thank you to the neighbors along The Rock’s route to its exhibit space at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the museum is offering free admission through Sun., July 1 to residences of select zip codes, including 90010, 90020 and 90036. The exhibit “Levitated Mass” which features the 340-ton granite megalith, opens Sun., June 24. An official unveiling will be at 11 a.m. Artist Michael Heizer’s sculpture also features a 456-foot-long concrete slot for the boulder. Visitors will be able to walk a pathway that descends 15 feet underneath the boulder and back up again. The boulder, from a quarry in Jurupa Valley, is considered one of the largest megalithic stones to be moved since ancient times, making international headlines as it made its 11-night journey through five counties and 22 cities last March. Local zip codes are among those listed at lacma. org/levitatedmass. Bring proof of residence for free admission.
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(Continued from page 1) development department of the Salvation Army. *** We met Laura Foti Cohen at Landis Gifts & Stationery where she told us her debut novel, “The Cusp of Everything,” is book and e-book ready. It takes place not in L.A., but in 1970’s New York, she said. *** Another author, Barbara Lampert, was signing her book, “Charlie: A Love Story,” about her dog at Chevalier’s when we met up with her and her cousin, local resident Myrna Dwyer. *** We bought cookies from Sloane Wilson, Mila Barzdukas, Sarah Winshel and Jamie Skaggs who are raising money via bakes sales for the East Meets West Foundation that helps develop education facilities in poor and ethnic minority areas of Vietnam. The group hopes to raise enough funds to build a school.
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Ebell yard sale proceeds to fund movie screen Loyce Braun is thrilled with the $9,000 raised at the Ebell of Los Angeles yard sale she chaired in May. The amount is almost double what she expected to make. Braun and her volunteers organized donations of furniture, paintings, jewelry books and clothing the day before, and set them up in categories early the morning of the sale. “We will have exceeded what was necessary to purchase a movie screen for the Wilshire Ebell Theater,” Braun said. She credited the success to merchandise donors, the Ebell staff and volunteers.
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Larchmont Blvd. Assoc. adds eight members to its board Larchmont Boulevard Association board of directors welcomed eight new members at a recent meeting. They include Sergio Boccato, Larchmont Village Wine & Cheese; Brian Boyd, State Farm Insurance; Patricia Carroll, Hollywoodland Realty; Linda Cukier; John Duerler, Keller Williams;
Also, Duke Fenady, Fenady Associates; Michael Kozak, Wells Fargo Bank and Shervin Louie, D.D.S. The Association assists in funding trash removal, pays for beautification, a security patrol, website and directory of members. John Winther, Coldwell Banker, was reelected presi-
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dent. Other officers are Jill Kasofsky, Juno Law Offices; Elsa Gillham, treasurer and Joane Henneberger, Pickett Fences, secretary. Other board members are Peggy Bartenetti, Coldwell Banker; Edie Frere, Landis Gifts and Stationery; Jane Gilman, Larchmont Chronicle and Martin Rosenfeld, Rosenfeld & Bueno, CPA.
Electra Lang clothing line at Pickett Fences Formerly available online only, Electra Lang, a collection of women’s clothing for every body type, can now be found at Pickett Fences, 214 N. Larchmont Blvd. According to long-time Irving Blvd. resident Electra Lang— who now resides in Country Club Place—she and partners Kristi Buckley and Laura Collins asked themselves why they, and so many of their friends, were having trouble finding clothes that fit properly. After scouring the marketplace, the partners developed “The Proper Principles of a Perfect Piece�: chic, simple to wear, versatile, enough coverage, comfortable, lined, reasonably priced and easy to buy. “We spent a lot of time refining the designs to look and feel beautiful. We all have too much going on to have to worry about not feeling put together,� said Lang. For more information, go to electralang.com.
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PROM DAY chairman Marion Plato, Larchmont Village, with fashion celebrity Steven “Cojo� Cojocaru.
Operation School Bell gets girls ready for Prom night Forty lucky high school girls were turned loose among scores of dresses, shoes, purses, and accessories at Prom Day hosted by Operation School Bell. Los Angeles Unified School District students participated in the annual event that outfits girls from low-income and homeless families for the high school right of passage. The program is sponsored by the Assistance League of Southern California. According to chairman Marion Plato, volunteers collected more than 300 dresses for the
Lucy’s El Adobe hosts Meals’ benefit Lucy’s El Adobe is helping St. Vincent Meals on Wheels celebrate its 35th anniversary at a Garden Party on Tues., June 12 at 6 p.m. at 5536 Melrose Ave. Owner Lucy Casado will feature her famous Margaritas and classic Mexican specialties at the event. Tickets are $100, and reservations are requested by June 11 at 213-484-7128.
girls to choose from. “They also received a purse, shawl, shoes, jewelry, makeup and extra clothes to take home with them.� Fashion critic “Cojo� was on hand to offer encouragement and advice, added Plato.
Books on art, environment at Park La Brea Author Debora Gillman will sign copies of two recently published, illustrated books at the Park La Brea Activities Center, 475 S. Curson Ave., Fri., June 8, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Drawing from the Masters� is a series of short stories about an artist copying from master artists in a museum setting. Gilman co-wrote and co-illustrated “An Un-bearable Situation: Bears & the Environment� with her mother, Miriam Gillman, from whom she says she got her “creative gene.� The books will be available at reduced cost at the event; refreshments will be served.
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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority board of directors took a big step recently, approving plans for the first phase of a $5.6-billion dollar extension of the Metro Purple Line Councilman Subway toward Report the westside by of Los Ange- Tom LaBonge les. The MTA Board approved a roughly 3.9mile section of the Westside extension of the Purple Line, which will run from Wilshire Blvd. and Western Ave. to a new station at Wilshire and La Cienega boulevards. Directors though, put-off action on the next two segments of the project to deal with objections raised by the City of Beverly Hills and its school district over plans to tunnel under Beverly Hills High School. I had the opportunity to speak at that meeting last month, urging Metro Directors to vote “yes” on the project I’ve been championing since 2004, when I was on
the MTA Board. At that time, I introduced the first motion to lift the federal ban on Wilshire subway tunneling and resume planning what’s come to be known as the “Subway to the Sea.” That federal ban had been in place since 1985, when a methane gas explosion damaged a Ross store on 3rd St. After some back and forth, the MTA Board approved my motion, and I convinced my colleagues on the Los Angeles City Council and the Mayor to support the “Subway to the Sea.” In 2007, President George W. Bush lifted the federal ban on tunneling under Wilshire Boulevard and a year later, LA County voters approved Measure R—which funds the subway and other transit projects— by a two-thirds majority. As I said in my testimony before the MTA board last
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Why not give control of parks and medians to communities? Would we do a better job of managing our local parks and street medians than the city? Without a doubt! The Department of Recreation and Parks’ budget has been savaged by the mayor’s new “full cost recovery” that has diverted more than $40 million to the General Fund to help finance the out-ofcontrol increases in salaries, benefits, and pensions. Unsubstantiated “charge backs” have included $25 million for General Fund Cost Reimbursement and $15 million for water and power. As a result, Rec & Parks has reduced its headcount by 20 percent, resulting in an even further deterioration of our parks, shorter hours, and a significant cutback in vital programs that benefit our disabled and senior citizens and our at risk youth. However, during this same period, employee compensa-
tion (salary, benefits, and pensions) has increased by 20 percent to a staggering $96,000 a year. Rather than rely on this arrangement that does not work, why not create a partnership with the GreatThe er Wilshire Squeaky Neighborhood Wheel Council for the by maintenance Jack of the Harold Henry and Rob- Humphreville ert Burns Parks and the medians on Larchmont Blvd. and Highland Ave.? The partnership would be responsible for all phases of the operation, including arranging for volunteers and contracting with eligible third parties. The funding would be provided by the Department based on the reasonable allocation of its projected expenditures of $269 million, less
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GTO is star of Gilmore show June 2 “GTO” landed Ronnie & The Daytonas on pop charts and car radios across the country in 1964. The Gilmore Heritage Auto Show will celebrate its 18th year at the Farmers Market at Third St. and Fairfax Ave. with a tribute to the ultimate California crusin’ machine on Sat., June 2. Nearly 100 classic and vintage cars will be on display
from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the Farmers Market Plaza and along Gilmore Lane. Among GTOs are a number of fully restored models and a rare station wagon. They will sit among a collection of rivals, including Corvettes, Cobras, Mustangs, a 1969 Road Runner and a beach-ready 1940 restored Ford Woodie. Call 323-933-9211 or go to www.farmersmarketla.com
City To Send Poll on Windsor Square Street Light Improvements Many Windsor Square residents soon will receive mailings concerning the much-discussed issue of local STREET LIGHTING. As most residents know so very well, inadequate lighting in a number of places has sometimes attracted unsavory activities to the neighborhood and certainly makes evening walks to and from Larchmont less enjoyable. Through the leadership of Councilmember Tom LaBonge and his staff, the City of Los Angeles Bureau of Street Lighting (BSL) is working with the Windsor Square Association (WSA) to see if there is a method by which we residents can solve this nagging problem. The WSA Board, our WSA street lighting committee of neighborhood volunteers, and BSL officials believe that we now may have a means to allow we residents to elect to share the modest cost of making these valuable improvements. The WSA strongly supports making these improvements, as did nearly 80% of affected residents when petitions first were collected in the 2006-2009 period. The City's first official (non-binding) "Straw Poll" will allow affected residents in the original "Area C" (essentially 1st to 3rd, Plymouth to Irving) to say whether we still are interested in moving forward. If so, final wiring and other designs can be completed, construction bids can be obtained, and we then will be given a second chance to officially vote to proceed or not. Those who wish to assist in this effort, or who have questions about it, are encouraged to contact our WSA Street Lighting Chairman, John Welborne, at 323-9351914. The original proposed lighting map is online at windsorsquare.org in the “Safety & Security” section. The refined approach, not too different from the original proposal discussed within the community at length, will be described in the mailings.
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Boot campers get surprise breakfast Boot Camp LA members were treated to a nutritional breakfast following a workout at Page Museum Park. Pete’s Café and Bar chef Michelle Lainez served soyrizo, egg burrito and sweet potatoes to 65 “recruits,” courtesy of Jerri Perrone, café owner and Boot Camp LA member. “We want healthy nutrition to be on the forefront of Boot Camp participants’ minds,” said co-owners Jay and Marcella Kerwin.
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When you buy Tevolution tea, you are also donating to a charity, said former resident Gerard Artavia. Packaged in 16-ounce bottles, 25 cents of every purchase goes to a charity. The product’s motto is “ Twist the cap, take a Sip, and we’ll Give 25 cents to charitable causes” (which are listed on the label). A graduate of UCLA, Artavia is using his 18 years experience in the food industry to launch the product with his business partner Ian Simpson. Tevolution comes in four flavors: white tea with peach, white tea with mango, black tea with lemon and green tea with honey, and is available at Larchmont Village Wine, Spirits & Cheese.
Trendy Japanese wear at Growze High-end, trendy wear by Japanese designers is featured at new boutique Growze Los Angeles, 234 N. Larchmont Blvd. The all-black décor shop features high-waisted faux leather pants for $125, chiffon flowing skirts and girlie minis. Blouses and skirts come in combined high and low lengths. Casual to dressy and work attire is also featured as well as grunge type T-shirts for $40. Jewelry and accessories are affordably priced and include platform shoes. Call 323-466-0072, or visit growze.la.
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Mickey Cohen’s life of crime in L.A. is subject of Tereba book By Jane Gilman The gangster Mickey Cohen may be dead and buried since 1976, but author Tere Tereba has unearthed him. Called one of Los Angeles’ most feared underworld characters, he is the subject of Tereba’s 324-page book, “Mickey Cohen: the Life and Crimes of L.A.’s Notorious Mobster. “ The book, that debuted in May, is the result of 10 years of research “through newspapers, magazines, USC and UCLA libraries, to name a few.” The characters in James Ellroy’s novel, “L.A. Confidential” sparked her interest in the city’s dark side. An Ohio native, her family moved to Southern California when she was 12. She has owned her Hancock Park home since 1984. She was a fashion designer while in her
teens, and her work was discovered by Pamela Courson, Jim Morrison’s girlfriend. Her designs have been featured in upscale department stores, and her latest creations are in the Bebe collection. A one-time actress—appearing in Andy Warhol’s move “Bad”—she has written numerous articles for Interview magazine. The book traces Cohen’s career from his newsboy days at age 10, to his attempt to be a professional prizefighter. But crime became his vocation of choice, and Los Angeles was the perfect setting for his underworld activity. Cohen partnered with Bugsy Siegel acting as the extension of the East Coast syndicate. There they controlled narcotics, gambling and union operations. After Siegel’s murder in
1947, Cohen became the top West Coast mobster. During the wars between Cohen and his enemy Jack Dragna, he survived numerous attempts on his life and even a bombing of his Brentwood house. He ran gambling rooms, bookmaking, business shakedowns, committed robberies and was a hit man, when needed. His connections in the 1930s and 40s with celebrities, Los Angeles police, the mayor’s office and state officials kept him out of jail until the Internal Revenue Service sent him to prison, twice. Tereba’s fast-paced story provides a fascinating history of the city’s most notorious gangster and how he operated. In the author’s notes on the text, she says “This is an L.A. story and takes place in the buildings and streets as much RELAXING IN her backyard is author Tere Tereba.
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GRADUATES OF 2012 High school grads reveal their choices for college Academics, locale, Skype will keep him sports are key in touch with family factors for choice while at Berkeley
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Marlborough senior Samantha “Sammy” Newby recalls visiting at least 10 different colleges between her sophomore and junior year. A volleyball player who also went through the recruiting process, she narrowed it down to Amherst, Middlebury and Bowdoin. “I took into account academics, location, its volleyball team and the feeling I got when I visited.” In the end, she chose Amherst College in Amherst, Mass. “I really liked the team, and I had always wanted to go to school on the east coast,” she said. “The thing that stood out is that it is a small school, so the class sizes remained small, which is what I liked about Marlborough, but it is also a big college town.” Sammy said it feels a little bittersweet to be leaving home. “On one hand, I am excited to start the next chapter of my life and am looking forward to meeting new people, trying new things, and somehow trying to find out who I am on my own. But I am also a very family oriented person, so I don’t know how I’ll handle not being near all my relatives.” Her parents, Brenda Flynn Newby, Windsor Square and William Newby, Hancock Park, are a bit shocked that their youngest is going to college. “They can’t believe their little baby is growing up and leaving. They will both definitely suffer from empty nest syndrome, but I’m hoping this experience will help us all become even closer than we already are.”
George Glaviano applied to 11 schools, including Stanford, four UCs, Pomona College, USC, Pepperdine, the University of San Francisco as well as Cal Poly Ponoma and Cal State San Luis Obispo. His top choice: Stanford. “But I got denied, so that was a bummer,” said George, a Pacific Hills graduate and the son of Rosa and Paul Glaviano, Miracle Mile. After being accepted into several schools, he eventually narrowed it down to UCLA and UC Berkeley. “I chose Berkeley, because I wanted to get out of L.A.,” he said. His mom, however, had other ideas. “She wanted me to go to UCLA so badly. And we have a lot of family here, so they were all like ‘George, stay here… you’ll be closer for the holidays.’”
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But his mind was made up. In fact he’s so excited to be moving to Berkeley, he’s decided to take a summer class and is scheduled to settle into a dorm there shortly. “I’ll miss my parents, but I’ll Skype them and call them,” he vowed.
Wishing for east coast weather helps his decision On the eve of graduating from Pilgrim School, Denis Bronkar reflected on his college decision-making process. The son of Marcie and Paul Bronkar, Hancock Park, applied to eight schools and visited his top three: Drew University in Madison, New Jersey, Boston’s Wheaton Col-
lege and the University of San Francisco. He was accepted into all, but finally decided on Drew. “For one, they probably have the best Division 2 tennis team on the east coast,” said Denis, who has been playing the sport for 10 years. “And their business, law and literature programs are outstandconsidering.” Another ation: the weather. “I was adopted from Russia when I was seven and a half, so I remember the change of seasons. I wanted to live someplace that had four seasons.”
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Denis plans to major in economics or business with a minor in Russian. The realization that he was moving 3,000 miles from home was at first a bit unsettling. “But it’s only four years, and I’m so glad I’ll be 30 minutes by train to New York”— his mother’s hometown which he said he’s visited “a million times.” His parents, who at first hoped he’d attend school in San Francisco, are excited too. “They’ve been very supportive. They want me to have the whole college experience.”
Penn won over the many east coast schools she liked Immaculate Heart graduate Amelie Dougherty applied to 19 schools, including all of the UCs and most of the Ivy Leagues as well as Duke, Northwestern, Harvey Mudd, USC, MIT, Reed and Georgetown. “All of these schools have amazing academics, so I knew that whichever I ended up going to would provide me with an education that would set me up to succeed in whatever I put
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my mind to in life,” she said. She loved the way the environment surrounding the Dartmouth camps was utilized, and “Yale’s history matched with its Gothic-like structures took my breath away.” Finally, Amelie, the daughter of Alexandra Lieben, Park La Brea, and William Dougherty of Santa Fe, N.M., narrowed it down to Penn and UC Berkeley, where her brother is enrolled. When all was said and done, she chose the University of Pennsylvania “as a place where I could become independent and experience a completely new world.” Amelie said she is ready for the next chapter. “The teachers and support I have had at Immaculate Heart have been amazing and have helped me foster my love of learning. Along with my family, my school has been a great springboard that has prepared me to jump into life.” With a total of four parents and three siblings all living west of Texas, moving to the East Coast will take her far away from her close-knit family. “But ultimately they are all really happy for me.”
At the top of Charley Rock’s must-have list for college was that it be a prestigious school in a big city. He visited several, including Michigan, Boston College and New York University, and was particularly fond of the University of Pennsylvania. “Ultimately, I decided to go to UCLA. I love that they have amazing sports there, and I don’t know how I would handle the East Coast weather,” said the Loyola High School graduate. “They also have amazing theater and psychology programs, which are two of my top interests,” he added. His family, including sister Georgia, and parents, Robert and Kerry, Country Club Place, aren’t too broken up over his leaving home, “since I’ll only be half hour away.” And that, said Charley, was a key part of his decision. “I really don’t want to leave Los Angeles and my family. I’ll be far enough away that they can’t bother me every day,” he laughed. “But I can see them whenever I want!”
Art and English motivated choice of Mt. Holyoke
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Immaculate Heart graduate Stephanie Kishibay’s two academic passions are studio/fine arts and English. Schools that fit those criteria included Hollins University, College of the Holy Cross and Mount Holyoke, Muhlenberg, Skidmore, Smith, Wellesley and Wheaton colleges. She knew that Mt. Holyoke College, in South Hadley, Mass., was her first choice as soon as she stepped on campus. “The beauty of the grounds was incredible; the (Please turn to page 18)
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GRADUATES OF 2012 High school grads (Continued from page 17) library took my breath away. It had amazing writing resources and group collaboration cubicles.” Additionally, the art department had all the resources she wanted, “and even a small art museum!” Finally, said Stephanie, whose parents are Donna Eteson Kishibay and John Kishibay, S. Mansfield Ave., “the traditions that have lasted since Mt. Holyoke’s opening swayed me completely. They reminded me of Immaculate Heart and the memories I share with my classmates.” Her mind made up, she applied for early decision last November, and tried not to get her hopes up while working on her other applications. In mid-December, she learned that she had been accepted. “I only applied to one college!” Stephanie’s not too nervous about leaving home. Her mom is a native New Englander, “so I’ll be close to extended family,” and she plans to keep in
touch with her parents and twin sisters by Skype. “I think my parents are worried about my being 3,000 miles away, and the fact that they won’t be able to talk to me in person will be pretty strange.” As for her sisters, Emily and Ashley, “they’re sad, but as one of them will get my room, they aren’t as concerned of what it will be like at home here without me.”
Large enrollment helped her choose UC Santa Barbara Audrey Dalton applied to Whitman, Scripps, Occidental, USC, UCLA, UCSB, Pacific University and a two of the Claremont colleges. “I had visited all of them,” said the Pilgrim senior, and daughter of Doug Dalton and Laura Dupuis of Fremont Place. She eventually chose UC Santa Barbara. “It has programs that I want like English, history and Chinese. I also
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I do, like Americana and the history of the American West,” said Audrey. While she admits to being a little nervous about leaving home, “I am also kind of excited about becoming more independent.” Her parents, of course, will miss her. “But my dad says that college will be a good experience for me, and my mom says that although she will miss me, she will have to let me grow up."
Commencement speakers featured at ceremonies Television and business executives, a journalist and a school board member are among this year’s commencement speakers at area high school graduations. Los Angeles Unified School Board member and writer for the Huffington Post Steve Zimmer will talk to seniors graduating from Fairfax High School Thurs., June 21. Helene Galen, of the USC board of trustees, will also talk to the 525 seniors set to get diplomas at USC Galen Center. Mary Mazur, chief operating officer at KCET, will take the helm at Immaculate Heart High School’s commencement at the Hollywood Bowl on Tues., June 5; 123 seniors are set to graduate. Susan Baumgarten, retired CEO of Raytheon International and executive in residence at UCLA Anderson School of Business, spoke at Marymount High School’s commencement May 26. Ninety seniors received diplomas on Mary-
mount’s historic campus. David DeVito, chairman of the board of regents, will speak at Loyola High School’s 143rd commencement on the campus Sat., June 2. Rev. Greg Goethals, president of Loyola, will also address the 308 seniors graduating. Pilgrim will be graduating 25 seniors at their commencement on Mon., June 4 in the main sanctuary of First Congregational Church. Harvard Westlake High School’s 292 seniors will graduate Fri., June 8. Commencement will take place at the Sportsmen’s Lodge. Thirty seniors will be graduating from Pacific Hills High School at the Barnsdall Park Theater on Fri., June 15. Los Angeles High School’s commencement ceremonies take place on Fri., June 15 at Housh Field, where 330 seniors will be graduating. On the Marlborough campus Booth Field, 84 seniors graduated on May 31.
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GRADUATES OF 2012 Give your college student a course in the wise use of credit By Mel Poteshman Guest columnist You think you’ve prepared your college-bound child for campus life: the importance of allocating time for proper studying, the challenge of eating nutritiously in the school cafeteria, the consequences of not separating laundry. But what about the growing problem of colle giate credit card debt? Today’s college students are flooded with credit card offers. Credit card companies visit campuses handing out applications and free goodies. Cashiers often drop a credit card application in each bag leaving the college bookstore. For many students, credit cards present a temptation to charge far more than they can afford to repay. But, used properly, a credit card can be a learning tool that provides convenience, cash protection, worldwide merchant acceptance, an emergency source of cash, and a head start on establishing a good credit history. The following
advice will help your college- child comparison-shop for critical lesson of all is the bound student learn to man- the best card and warn about importance of building a “teaser” rates. A credit card good credit history. College age credit wisely. Begin with the basics. Be that starts with a six-month students must understand sure to stress that, except interest rate of eight per- that their credit records, for emergencies, your child cent, then climbs to 19 per- just like their transcripts, shouldn’t charge more than cent after the initial period can have a lasting impact he or she can repay at the ends, is no bargain. Sug- on their future. Explain end of the month. Let your gest that your child com- to them that credit card bureaus keep track of child know that credit card holders’ when bills aren’t ... Warn about “teaser” rates. A payment histories and paid in full, the credit card that starts with sell those reports upon outstanding balrequest to employers, ance accrues a six-month interest rate of eight landlords, lenders, and finance charges. percent, then climbs to 19 percent... others that may need Explain how it is no bargain. to rely on that inforcould take years to pay off even a modest pare credit cards based on mation in the future. balance if they pay only the what the annual percentage Practice makes perfect. rate (APR) will be after any If you would like to give minimum due each month. your child a chance to prac You can use an online cal- initial offers have expired. culator, such as www.kip- Novice credit card users tice before moving on to linger.com. to demonstrate also need to know that fees the real thing, you can call how long it takes to pay off a for late payments, over-the- your credit card issuer and credit card balance at differ- credit-limit fees, and cash request that your child be ent payment levels. Finally, advances can be substantial. made an “authorized user” point out the fact that there For example, a student who on your account. This way, is no need for more than one charges a CD and forgets they get used to having plas credit card. The more cards to pay the bill could easily tic in their wallets, but they he or she has, the more end up with a late fee that can’t run up debt behind likely that your child can exceeds the cost of two CDs. your back. When the bill Establishing a credit his- comes in, let your child get into financial trouble. Teaser rates, APRs, and tory. When it comes to cred- know how much he or she credit card fees. Help your it cards, perhaps the most owes and when payment is
due to you. Whatever you do, don’t forgive the debt, or grant a payment extension—you can be sure Visa or Master Card won’t. A great credit card alternative is a debit or check card. Debit cards operate similarly to credit cards except that the money is directly withdrawn from the cardholder’s checking account. For example, a debit card that carries a Visa or Master Card logo is accepted at any merchant or restaurant that accepts Visa or Master Card. But because the money comes out of your account, there are no interest charges. Debit cards are safer to carry than cash and more convenient than checks. Credit management lessons you teach your children before they go off to school are just as important as the education they’ll receive. By properly educating them about the importance of financial responsibility, you help protect them not only while they’re in college, but for years to come.
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Congratulations to Our Impressive Class of 2012! Pitzer College Pratt Institute Rhode Island School of Design University of Puget Sound University of San Diego University of San Francisco Santa Monica College Sarah Lawrence College Savannah College of Art and Design School of the Art Institute of Chicago School of Visual Arts Seattle University Seton Hall University Skidmore College University of Southern California Spelman College St. John’s University - Queens Campus Syracuse University University of Texas, Austin Wesleyan University Whittier College Yale University
University of Arizona Bard College Bennington College Berklee College of Music Boston College Boston University Brandeis University Bucknell University UC Berkeley, Davis, Irvine, Los Angeles, Merced, Riverside, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Santa Cruz California College of the Arts California Lutheran University CSU Northridge, Pomona, San Diego, San Francisco, Sonoma, San Luis Obispo College of Charleston Clark University Colby College University of Colorado at Boulder Dickinson College Drexel University Duke University
Emerson College Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts Gettysburg College Gonzaga University Goucher College Hampshire College Harvard Unviersity University of Hawaii at Manoa Hofstra University Lewis & Clark College Loyola Marymount University Loyola University New Orleans University of Michigan Muhlenberg College Musicians Institute Oberlin College Ohio Wesleyan University University of Oregon Pace University, New York City Parsons The New School for Design Pepperdine University
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GRADUATES OF 2012 More females are needed in science, technology fields Women who majored in STEM courses (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) told Ebell of Los Angeles members of their success. The event, last February, was designed to interest parents in having their daughters pursue the STEM career path. For years, the United States has been losing ground to other countries in the race for qualified workers in these fields, said Keith Peden, senior vice president of human resource and security for the Raytheon Company. The problem shows up throughout the educational pipeline. By the time they reach 12th grade, only 17 percent of students are both interested in a STEM career and considered “proficient” in math, Peden added. Evelyn Tolliver, chairman of the Ebell event, introduced the STEM graduates who described their current positions. Asia Joanna Baczyk is a biologist with nearly 20 years of experience in the biologi-
cal, ecological, and biomedical sciences field. Asia migrated from Poland in 1989. While taking a required biology course, she came in contact with Dr. George Sideris who recognized her interests and strengths in ecology and evolutionary biology. Karimah Knowles uses her chemical engineering degree and masters in business administration degree in her job as director of major accounts for Green Dot Corp. and is responsible for strategy and business development. Gamynne Guilotte is a designer/project manager at Narduli Studio, an interdisciplinary design practice with commissions in public art and architecture. She is responsible for conceptual design, design implementation and project administration from award of contract through construction. Mary O’Neill is a principal engineer at Special Technologies Laboratory with more than 33 year of experience in airborne and shipboard systems. She has developed
WOMEN who majored in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics courses spoke of their success at an event at the Ebell.
image and signal processing algorithms for detection of multiple types of targets including guided and unguided threats. Peden, who is on the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology says, we need to “prepare and inspire” children to go into STEM fields. This is a massive project that will require commitment from schools, par-
ents and communities. There are countless ways for STEM professionals to get involved, from coaching the math team at a local high school, to organizing science fairs, to mentoring students and providing internships. Many STEM companies are already setting a good example. Rockwell Collins, a company that makes high-tech aviation equipment, hosts “Introduce a Girl to Engineering” events, and encourages its employees to visit local classrooms to talk about what they do. Some companies, such as Lego, provide schools with “STEM kits,” materials that students can use to make robots or other creations using their knowledge of scientific concepts. Corporations have also teamed up with universities to sponsor regional STEM events for middle- and high-school students, such as STEMfest at Northern Illinois University and Utah State University’s Physics Day. Earlier this year, AT&T
teamed up with Youngstown State in Ohio to connect local high school students to STEM internships and mentors. Raytheon has also been involved in local STEM efforts. In Goleta, Raytheon volunteers lead students from local elementary schools as they complete STEM projects. In Los Angeles, Raytheon is the lead sponsor of the regional first Robotics competition and provides scholarships to assist first Robotics team competitors who plan to continue their education in college as math, science, engineering or technology majors. About 40 Raytheon engineers volunteer as mentors for 19 local teams and as judges and other support roles for the event. Raytheon has also adopted Madrona Middle School through the Torrance Chamber of Commerce, providing financial contributions, computers, and sponsorships for math and science events. All Americans, especially those involved in STEM fields themselves, have a role to play in preparing and inspiring a new generation of scientifically minded researchers.
Congratulations to Mirman School’s Class of 2012 They will matriculate to: Brentwood School Cate School Gateway to Learning for Highly Gifted Children
Chadwick School Harvard-Westlake School Marymount School Oakwood School Philips Exeter Academy Viewpoint School Windward School
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GRADUATES OF 2012 Advice on how to best survive your freshman year at college The following are ideas on coping with your first year away at college from Dannah Almesco, a former student at Caltech. 1. Take advantage of any and all opportunities. College is busting with opportunities waiting to be grabbed. Take advantage of the resources: research in a lab, join a club, apply to internships, travel abroad. When people say “do it in college, because you may never get the chance to again”—listen to them. If anything, it keeps life super interesting and gives you things to constantly look forward to, and experiences you will speak forever about. 2. Discover a new passion. Or at least be on a constant search. Since coming to Caltech, I have tried everything from ballroom dancing, bellydancing, windsurfing, yoga, step aerobics, blogging, etc. And I can honestly say that it has been a hit or miss in finding something I have decided to continue with. For example... I tried yoga as a freshman, and it has now been an integral part of my
routine for the past four years. 3. Step back and look at the big picture. College can be stressful. It easily messes up your mind into thinking that when something goes wrong, your whole world is imploding in on itself. When this happens, step back... and breathe. See the big picture and see all the things that are going right for you. It may not be ideal, comfortable or fun...but it will work out. 4. Be proactive. Most things will not be just handed to you. That internship you want, that meeting with your advisor, that extra time on the weekends to have fun—all needs to be realized and planned for ahead of time. When you set goals (big or small) be proactive in doing everything you can to get them to happen. Be actively thinking about how you can get closer. And if something gets in the way... fight it. 5. Be smart with money. Here’s your chance to practice handling your finances before going out into the real world. The term “starving college student” is not really true—
cause there’s food everywhere in college. And “poor college student” is a term that only exists if you are constantly blowing your allowance from your parents or paycheck from your campus job. Do your best to save a buck or two: buy used books from online or an upperclassman, learn to cook sometimes instead of going out to restaurants, refrain from acquiring random crap that doesn’t fit into your limited closet space or dorm room… just keep aware of your spending habits. If you have the time, try and get a job on campus or work-study so you can have fun and reward yourself. It will soon pay off when you realize you’ve got enough for a down payment on a new post graduation car, and when those savvy money skills translate into your adult life. 6. Take pictures. I have been teased a few times on how I always have to carry around my camera and take as many pictures as the paparazzi. At the same time, I have been constantly asked by these non-camera holding friends of
mine to supply them with pictures of the fun party that happened last week. They regret not having pictures of their own, but are always relieved cause they know I’m there to document the good times. Take pictures—you will not regret it. 7. Live comfortably. Your dorm room will become your sanctuary. It’s the place you will study, sleep, socialize and go to get away from it all. This is the one place in college you can call your own. Have a place for everything, rearrange your furniture to maximize the space, and just keep it clean. Living in a college dorm should not give you an excuse to be messy—pick up after yourself. If you don’t… it will be super embarrassing for you when people come to visit (if they even dare to), and even frustrating for your roommate (if you have one). I am also a believer in tricking out your room so that it’s a pleasure to be there. Set up your desk so that when you’re sitting there cramming, you aren’t completely miserable.
Have a personal coffeemaker so you can wake up to the wonderful aroma. Put posters on the walls to inspire you and give personality to your space. 8. Be a good friend. You will meet amazing people in college, and friends who will last a lifetime. Being away from home, you are now each others’ support systems and each others’ families. Be a good friend by being supportive, caring, honest and accepting. Do this, and you will be lucky enough to be surrounded by people that do the very same for you. 9. Keep an open mind. College exposes you to new types of people, personalities, and personal philosophies. Be ready to find both major and minor differences between yourself and others. Do not judge, but respect. Being around people that come from different backgrounds and stories of how they got there is what college is all about. Stand firm in your own beliefs and be open to questioning them, defending them and in some cases, (Please turn to page 26)
Los Angeles High School Congratulates The Graduating Class of 2012.
Best wishes to our students as they embark on their college journey. LA High Romans are academically and culturally prepared for lifelong learning experiences, leadership opportunities, and careers in a changing multicultural world. Their journey will now begin at the following campuses: U. of Arizona Mt. St. Mary’s Arizona State UCLA UCSD UCSB
UC Davis UC Berkeley UC Riverside UC Irvine CSU Dominguez CSULA
Humboldt State Cal Poly Pomona Cal Poly San Luis Obispo CSU Northridge CSU Fullerton CSU Long Beach
*among other private/state universities The College Office would like to thank the dedicated teachers and staff for motivating and inspiring our future leaders! Many of our students have been/are recipients of the Nordstrom scholarship, Gates Millennium Scholarship, and Foot Locker Scholarship among others in addition to the Cal Grants and FAFSA. Los Angeles High School offers 27 in house scholarships to our students.
UPCOMING EVENTS! *June 15th – Senior High School Graduation *August 14th – First day of school (2012-2013 school year)
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Congratulations Class of 2012 We congratulate you & Wish you all success! The Buckley School Campbell Hall Immaculate Heart High School Marymount High School Notre Dame Academy Pacifica Pilgrim School Providence High School St. Monica's High School
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Congratulations to the Class of 2012 The Graduates Adam Caiafa Nicolai Cardinale Lauren Choi Destin Christopher Jesse Dorfman Nick Herman Bence Isenstadt Taylor Kang Jason Kontomitras Kennedy Long Uriel Mandl Sahra Maxwell Griffin Nex Alexander Pratt Tyler Presley Jacob Pressman Imani Rachal Linnea Rachlin John Michael Richards Sydney Rosen Pascale Williams
These talented students were accepted to the following Upper Schools next year: Archer, Brentwood, Buckley, Campbell Hall, Cate, Crossroads, Harvard-Westlake, Loyola, Marlborough, Marymount, New Roads, Pacifica Christian, Phillips Exeter, St. Bernard’s, Thacher, Vistamar, Wildwood, and Windward
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GRADUATES OF 2012 Advice on how to best survive your freshman year healthy. In accordance with taking care of yourself, do your best to stay healthy. I can’t think of many things more miserable than being sick in college… your parents aren’t there to take care of you, and classes keep going without sympathy for your cold. Get adequate rest, keep away from people who are contagious, get a flu shot and always wash your hands! In case you do get sick, make sure to have a variety of medicines on-hand so you can self medicate right away. 12. Reflect on a daily basis. Keep yourself in check... reflect every so often and listen to what your instincts tell you to do. Being in touch with what you want and what makes you happy will keep you on track emotionally, mentally and physically. Do not wait until you break down because you’ve neglected to do so... it only takes a minute a day to self evaluate. Use the time to reflect as a time to focus on how you’re feeling about a situation so that when you have to compartmental-
CALTECH ALUM Dannah Almesco on the eve of her ceremony.
ize, push any drama aside and buckle down with work… you can do so without anything on your shoulders. Reflecting also includes simply taking time to give thanks for the wonderful things and opportunities you have, it will give you constant perspective in life. 13. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. As an engineer, I believe that whatever the problem, there are multiple ways to go about solving it. Coincidentally, the solutions
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Congratulations Class! Congratulations to the the 2012 2006 Graduating Graduating Class!
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Our 2012 graduating class received multiple acceptances from these fine schools: Archer, Brentwood, Campbell Hall, Crossroads, Marlborough, Milken, Oakwood, Turning Point, Wildwood and Windward Schools.
that involve utilizing resources and other people are usually the most time efficient. If you need help understanding a concept on the homework, talk to the professor, teaching assistant or your classmate. Use support groups on campus to help you if you’re having a personal problem and need some guidance. Allow yourself to ask for help from upperclassmen, family, friends from back home, faculty... and I am almost certain that someone is happy to help.
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(Continued from page 24) changing them. 10. Take care of yourself. You may think that taking care of your appearance, and yourself in general should take a backseat as you become super busy with classes, homework, etc. But on the contrary... taking care of yourself is the best thing you can do to help yourself get through a rough week. This means looking put together even when the only thing you want to wear is your pajamas... I swear it makes you forget how tired you are as if you had a full night’s sleep. This also includes eating right even when you’ve been having a stressful day... remember to eat and eat things that will give you energy instead of drain it. Also don’t put yourself in situations where your safety can be compromised... be alert when you’re walking around at night, know what to do in case of an emergency, and always have a presence of mind. 11. Do your best to stay
14. Learn. Most importantly... you are going to college to learn. You will, of course, learn a lot of things that apply to your area of study. But you also will learn a lot about yourself: who you are, your purpose/goals in life, and the person you want to become. You will learn what type of personalities you get along with and which you will clash with. You will learn how to be independent and deal with whatever life throws at you. You must also learn from mistakes that you make, and even the mistakes your peers make. I guarantee that the person you are before college will be vastly different from the person you will be after—and hopefully in a good way. And this is because college is a place to learn and grow and experience the entire world. To those of you entering college soon... I wish you the very best of luck. I hope that your experience in college will be as fulfilling, unique, and life altering as mine was. Live it up, and enjoy every second of it.
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CELEBRATING 82 YEARS OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
Congratulations to the 2012 Graduating Class
A Catholic Education is an Advantage for Life!
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Congratulations to the graduating class of 2012 who were accepted to the following schools:
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The Willows’ 34 eighth graders are looking forward to beginning high school in the fall. Students will be attending public and private schools and thematic instruction
across the city. We congratulate our graduates-to-be, who received built on social values
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Graduating Class of 2012 8th grade graduates!
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Mariana Rodriguez
Patricia Marie Chua
Phillip Magat
Christopher San Nicolas
Nikcole Delos Reyes
Nathalie Miranda
Gloria Sanguino
Justin Dionisio
Lindsay Moreno
Rachel Carlson Matea LaBeau Echo Horizon Zoe Brin Hancock Park Krista Gelev Immaculate Heart
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Lauren Boylston Annabella Hoge Larchmont Charter
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MORE THAN 75 family members and friends attended a party hosted by George and Marion Plato, Larchmont Village, to celebrate the recent engagement of their son, Christopher to Vanessa Montero. Christopher is a Realtor at Prudential California Realty, Del Mar; Vanessa teaches at Twin Peaks Middle School in San Diego. The wedding is in June of 2013 in La Jolla.
“We have a good nucleus here,” states Bob. “Our employees are loyal, and they are like family. Not one employee has ever gone without a paycheck or health insurance. We are honest and we pride ourselves on being neat, clean, polite and accommodating.” “I’d like to pay my Dad back by letting him retire early,” says Zeb. “It would be nice to keep the tradition going of a honest plumber who works with integrity.” Just like their relationships, friends and family, their business is built to last. Lipson Plumbing, 148 N. Larchmont Blvd. Note: Three other fatherson businesses on Larchmont Blvd. were profiled in the 6/3/11 issue; got to archives at larchmontchronicle.com
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Baskin-Robbins needs little comment. This institution of ice cream, is a fond tradition in just about every American home. (Heck, a clinician has even developed a personality test based on what flavor Baskin-Robbins ice cream is your favorite!). Did you know that vanilla lovers are not bland and boring but are “likely to be the life of the party because they don’t need flavor in food to fill in what may be missing in their life”? Step into B-R and revisit your childhood memories. Remember your mom and her Rocky Road, or your dad who every visit joked he “came from the isle of Jamoca.” Baskin-Robbins is more than two-scoops, it’s a flood of family recollections. Baskin-Robbins 230 N. Larchmont Blvd. *** Head to Twirl for scrumptious self-serve frozen yogurt in waffle cones. Discerning fro-yo fans love wirl for its creamy consistency and delicious flavors. Try the Mexican mocha, Tahitian vanilla, peanut butter, and passion mango and your taste buds will spring to attention. Twirl 121 N. Larchmont Blvd. *** Lette, La Passion du Maca-
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'Doctors' to perform at Ebell Los Angeles Doctors Symphony Orchestra joins LA Philharmonic violinist Robert Gupta in music of Mozart and Beethoven on Sun., June 10 at 7 p.m. at the Ebell of Los Angeles at 743 S. Lucerne Blvd. The event benefits The Streetcorner Symphony foundation, a group of artists who perform classical music for mentally ill people living in impoverished communities. Call 323-364-4826 or visit www.ladso.org.
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Museum docent helps group celebrate 50 years at LACMA not a snap.” Homework can take up to 20 hours a week; there are assignments to read, research trips to make, videos to watch and museum lectures to attend. Gloria didn’t mind: “I lapped it up,” she smiles, “I was no longer working 60 hours a week and needed something important to do.” And as an added bonus, from her class of
about 30, some great friendships were born. The Docent Council was established when the museum was in Exposition Park in 1962; three years later LACMA opened its doors at the current location, gradually expanding from one building to the current eight. (Docents celebrated May 2 to commemorate the (Please turn to page 36)
a great sMile is a liFe-long asset ! GLORIA WERNER in her art-filled home.
ing visitors focus on a few things they can enjoy. Whether explaining the logistics of moving a megalith down Wilshire Blvd., speaking knowledgeably on 20th Century female Surrealists, or telling a group of teens where to find the nearest restrooms, it’s all part of a day’s work for the enthusiastic army of volunteers that make up the LACMA Docent Council. Just ask longtime Larchmont area resident Gloria Werner, who found herself in Rolling Heights during the rock’s journey, answering big rock questions on behalf of the museum for two and a half hours— until her voice finally gave out. “It was a kick!” she
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Fiber artist shows political side in ‘Looming Election’ By Suzan Filipek Two works by Cameron Taylor-Brown will be included in “Looming Election: Woven Works” at the Craft in America Study Center, 8415 W. Third St. In light of the 2012 election, the show will feature politically charged work by five contemporary textile innovators who push the medium
of fiber and the traditional technique of weaving into new realms. “I don’t do a ton of political work,” says TaylorBrown, who will bring more of her pieces to the opening reception Sat., June 16 from 5 to 7 p.m. She will give a talk with an overview of “My Life in Fiber” at 6 p.m. (Exhibit ends Sept. 1.) Her sculptural quartet “An-
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gels and Men” was inspired by a quote from John Muir’s journal: “… And so the beauty of lilies falls on angels and men, bears and squirrels, wolves and sheep, birds and bees, but as far as I have seen, man alone, and the animals he tames, destroy these gardens.” It “addresses environmental concerns—politicians often present us with the false choice of environment vs. jobs,” says Cameron. The second piece in the show, the colorful “Elephant in the Room” evokes the political circus of the Gore vs. George W. election and its determination by the U.S. Supreme Court. Tour her studio, ARTSgarage, the Craft in America
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Barbara and Bart Ross, Joanna and David Kermani, Elaine Bernard, Suz and Peter Landay, Monika and Jim Early, Wilhelmina Diener, Del Crafter and Harry Gertz, Irina and Jim Gibbons, Pam Rudy and Pierre Debbaudt, Bunny Amber and Edgar Winston. *** A gala fit for a queen, the
California Science Center’s fund-raiser was set against the dramatically staged exhibit that features the largest collection of Cleopatra-era artifacts ever assembled in the U.S. This year’s ‘Discovery Ball’ took place on May 19 and gave 1,000 supporters a sneak peak at an astonishing array of gold jewelry, large stone
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AT SCIENCE CENTER. Delores Kerr, Ben Oliver-Kerr, Dale Myers Cochran.
VICE CHAIRMAN of the fundraiser was Margo LeonettiO’Connell with husband Michael.
HONORED at the Jeffery Foundation Gala was founder Alyce Morris Winston, shown with Suz Landay.
‘Wonder Woman,’ Cleopatra gain plaudits from partygoers It was Friday evening, May 4 and the Olympic Collection was lit up for a gala dinner to celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Jeffrey Foundation. Some 160 supporters applauded the center that offers educational programs, child-care and counseling for special needs children and their families. E m c e e Peter Mark Around Richman recalled the the humble oriTown gins in 1972 with of the service Patty Hill organization that grew to embrace thousands of needful children, 85 percent of whom are in foster care. “At the top of the list of candidates for sainthood is Alyce Morris Winston,” said Los Angeles County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky as he bestowed the night’s honoree with the 2012 Circle of Love Award. “She has given love and opportunity to special needs children in Los Angeles as she gave to Jeffery many years ago. ” He was referring to Mrs.
Winston’s son who suffered from muscular dystrophy and the lack of resources that led to the birth of the facility that today houses a team of professionals who provide each child with a sense of wellbeing, self-sufficiency and the highest level of functioning possible. “She once played ‘Wonder Woman’ during her acting c a r e e r, h o w appropriate that role would prove to be when she abandoned show business to devote herself to developing this organization,” said Scott Bowling, director of the Exceptional Childrens’ Foundation. After dinner, the Angel City Big Band featuring singer Bonnie Bowden presented a theme, circa 1945 for dancing with swellegant performances by Deborah Aikin and Larry Covin. There to cheer, eat smoked salmon, and swing the night away were: Mary Kincaid and David Kinnoin, Ernest Tidwell, Jeff Werner,
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(Continued from page 31) half-a-century milestone.) There are currently 275 “active” docents such as Gloria, giving tours, plus an additional 200 “sustainers” who no longer lead tours but continue to pay dues and support the Council. When quizzed about some of her personal LACMA faves, Gloria is quick to cite last year’s exhibition showcasing the macabre imagination of Tim Burton, and currently, Chris Burden’s rapturously rolling installation “Metropolis II. When asked how being a
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AROUND THE TOWN (Continued from page 35) made their own scented oils and wrote their names in hieroglyphs on sheets of papyrus. A parade fit for a great East African kingdom led guests to the “Feast of Marc Antony and Queen Cleopatra in Tarsus” aboard her magnificent barge for grilled rack of cumin lamb with peppered fennel lentils and pyramids of chocolate mouse garnished with golf leaf. KNBC-TV’s Fritz Coleman whipped up excitement over such auction items as a lavish dinner for 10 beneath the Wings of the Space Shuttle Endeavour (yes, dear readers—it’s coming our way this fall!) and a Nile Cruise in Cairo for two. Living up to its reputation of being on the top of Southern California’s best benefits, the night continued with dancing in a “Midnight at the Oasis”– themed night club where the ladies got henna tattoos and make-up artists gave their eyes the Cleopatra treatment. Others chose a private view-
Students assist at PATH Big Sunday More than 100 Hollywood Schoolhouse students and parents worked with PATH members to plant trees and a garden, and create a legacy tile wall at its West Los Angeles site. The Big Sunday activity May 6 is the school’s biggest volunteer event of the year, said Stephen Bloodworth, head of school. Each month families of Hollywood Schoolhouse, 1233 N. McCadden Place, supported PATH (People Assisting the Homeless), preparing and serving dinners to over 100 residents.
ing of the latest Imax feature, “Mysteries of Egypt.” There to eat, dance, bid and support what Science Center president Jeffrey Rudolph called “one of the greatest scholastic resources in the world” were ball vice chairman Margo Leonetti O’Connell and husband Michael, Science Center trustee Cindy Chvatal-Keane and husband John, trustees Delores Kerr and husband Ben-Oliver Kerr, their daughter Karen, son Mark, and grand-daughter Jade James, Dale Myers Cochran, Areva Martin, Glynis Morrow and her husband Judge Dion Morrow. More were Karen and Peter Locke, Janet Faust, LAUSD board member Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte, Nadine Watt and Andrew Jameson, Brenda Graves and Josh Post, actor William Petersen and wife Gina, ball chairmen Paula Madison of the Los Angeles Sparks and Union Bank’s Pierre P. Habis. More than $500,000 was raised to ensure the Center’s future accessibility to all. And that’s the chat!
‘Stars’ Ahmanson, Girmala awarded William Ahmanson and police Capt. Beatrice Girmala were among recipients of the 2012 Distinguished Alumna Award at the Blessed Sacrament School Star Awards dinner ceremony in April. Capt. Girmala has been captain of the Hollywood Division of the LAPD since 2008. In 2003 she was named a Woman of Distinction by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. Ahmanson, Hancock Park, is a Distinguished School Board member.
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Summer family fun series returns to Insider information offered on private schools Farmers Market with Radio Disney Get the lowdown on the pri- les," and Sandy Eiges of LA testing day; letters of recom-
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(Continued from page 33) out at the Improv to see who can give the best one-liner, which kills any possibility of a tense drama. Since it’s not particularly funny and it’s not tense, what’s the point? Oh, yeah, money; well, so much for art. This is pretty much a waste of time unless you love special effects and comic books. Henning Mankell’s Wallender: The Revenge (3/10): As with most of Mankell’s Wallender books, this is slow with a lot of talk and thinking, but little pace or action. In Swedish.
of the activities—from arts & crafts to live music—are free. The fun kicks off on Sun., June 24. The Radio Disney Road Crew will offer music, games and prizes from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A door hanger-making workshop with Sticker Planet takes place from noon to 3 p.m. MickeyO Physical Comic Superstar entertains from 1:50 to 2:15 p.m. The programs take place on the Market Plaza. For more information, go to farmersmarketla.com.
Basketball 101 at Pan Pacific Park LAPD officers, who have played professional and college basketball, will teach the basics at a free clinic Sat., June 30 from 10 a.m. to noon at Pan Pacific Park, 7600 Beverly Blvd. The event is for ages 7 to 16. It is also offered at Queen Anne Park on Sat., July 7. Registration is at 9:30 a.m.
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ing from that cruel virus known as “Senioritis.” They have finished their AP tests, and all that remains before graduation is the pain of finals week. In competition news, senior Bob Overing placed second nationwide in a recent debate tournament held in Kentucky. Bob fortunately retained his status as the number one ranked debater
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in the nation; with Loyola holding the number two rank as a school (after Strake Jesuit, in Houston). Loyola’s famously strong volleyball team is still almost peerless, with a season record this year of 31 wins and one loss. ESPN ranked the team first in the nation. Junior swimmer Peter Kropp recently set a Loyola High School record for the 200 individual medley race and, more significantly, qualified for the Olympic trials. Track & Field won the Nike Nationals tournament, and Loyola Golf has a record of 18 wins and 6 losses.
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By Merryn Forbes 5th Grader This month, we have a 4th grade production by Mr. Pratt’s and Mr. Bassett’s classes, “The Music Man,” which they’ve been rehearsing since January. The science fair will include a student film festival where students will show movies they’ve made using cameras, computers, and editing software from our Tech Lab. One of the more interesting science projects I’ve heard about is trying to use hamster power to light a light bulb. The most exciting thing in June for 5th graders is…CULMINATION!!! It’s a happy and sad feeling because we’re moving on to exciting new things, but many of us are splitting up and going to
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We celebrated Big Sunday at Stoner Elementary in Culver City where many students, parents, faculty, and staff helped paint, garden, and clean up the school and its grounds. At Kindergarten and Level 1 annual “Poetry in the Park," students wrote poetry and invited their parents to listen to them recite their poems. Our banner for the Girls’ Pacific Basin championship basketball team was revealed. To finish off a great year of Turning Point sports, our girls’ softball team won their league championship as well! We also celebrated music this month, and had our annual spring concert on campus. Parents and loved ones of the Middle School Jazz Band, and Levels 36 came to watch a performance of beautiful music. We practiced for many months and our school community dressed in Hawaiian attire and picnicked on the lawn to enjoy a fun evening of music. different schools. I will never forget my teachers who have led me on my path to hopeful success.
By Krista Gelev 10th Grade This month Immaculate Heart finishes another eventful year. It was one filled with particularly significant change as it marked the school’s first use of a block schedule. This proved to be an adjustment popular among both students and faculty, as it added a seventh class or study hall to ambitious students’ schedules, as well as for longer class periods. Now at the denouement of the year, students take their final exams, and seniors, with pride and teary eyes, prepare to participate in one of the school’s most cherished traditions—graduation at the Hollywood Bowl. Prior to graduation, at Class day, their achievements are celebrated by the entire student body, and they depart from the verdant Immaculate Heart campus, overflowing with memories and excited to find new homes in colleges all over the country, including Yale, Columbia, Stanford, UCLA, and USC. After Class Day and graduation, many returning Immaculate Heart students will take courses and earn credits as part of the school’s co-educational summer program.
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Workshops for kids at Bowl SummerSounds, a six-week festival of world music and arts for children ages three to 11, is at the Hollywood Bowl beginning Mon., July 9. The program, sponsored by the LA Phil, features live mu-
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As the end of the year approaches, we all say our goodbyes. All the middle school, students are invited to the graduation dance dedicated to our 8th graders. Organized and hosted by Student Council, it’s our tradition to send off our graduates with a night of fun and dancing. We will
PACIFIC HILLS By Julianna Klimeck 10th Grade With the run of our musical, erratic AP schedules, and shipping off the 8th graders to DC, everyone’s brains at Pacific Hills have been scattered and pulled in multiple directions along with thoughts of summer constantly buzzing in the back of our heads. The most anticipated event, however, has to be Pacific Hills’
also have an art exhibit during the day where students will display a collection of their artwork from throughout the year. The last field trip will be to Knott’s Soak City, followed by our end of the year class parties in June. Our Graduation & Award Ceremony will also be held. As we wrap up the end of this school year, I wish all my classmates, friends, teachers and staff the best of luck in the future. We have created memories together to cherish for a lifetime at this amazing school, which we call our second family. Congratulations class of 2012; we did it!
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By Yasmeen Akounou 11th Grade May was a fast-paced month on the Marymount campus, as students bustled to study for final exams and finish off the school year with a bang. In the midst of this studying frenzy, however,
the upperclassmen enjoyed some much-needed relaxation at the prom. Set to the theme of Soirée de Paris or Evening in Paris, many girls got dolled up and danced the night away with friends at the Sheraton in Universal City. Marymount’s track team celebrated its victory, becoming the 2012 Sunshine League Champions with an amazing, undefeated record of 8-0; many runners will be continuing on to CIF. Equally
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Annual Gala, an event for the parents in a silent auction type setting in which various donated items are bid upon. Some of the greatest anticipated items are the “Spend A Day With Your Teacher” events. Students of Pacific Hills are known for their love and admiration of their teachers, so hanging out with your history teacher and four friends at the beach could actually turn out to being a pretty amazing and hilarious day. And as always there will be an epic bidding battle to see who will take home a delectable batch of Mrs. Barahona’s brownies.
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We can’t believe how fast the school year has gone by! We have loved working together and writing this column about the news
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By David Rich 6th Grade The month of June is yielding many exciting events for St. James’ School as the year comes to a close. The Kindergarten classes will have their annual fashion show. Fifth graders will read speeches for each student as they walk down the aisle, explaining what they are wearing. The music director will hold the talent and variety show. At the recognition ceremony, students in the 5th and 6th grades will be presented with awards for standardized tests or the speech competition. The Baccalaureate, a prayer service in the church, will be held for the graduates. On Pioneer Day, 3rd graders will dress up in pioneer costumes and tell stories.
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By Audrey Dalton 12th Grade Kindergarten students learned all about art on their field trip to LACMA. Fourth graders headed to the Santa Monica Mountains on a three-day trip to Malibu Creek State Park, while the 8th graders had their own trip week to Washington DC. The seniors traveled to San Francisco to work for Habitat for Humanity during the last week of May. May was also an important time for the arts. Writer Erik Larson spoke in the Main Sanctuary of First Congregational Church. Pilgrim also hosted a Secondary Film Festival, an Elementary Poetry Contest and a Literary Magazine Reading/Rock and Roll Concert so that our students could show off all of the wonderful work they’ve been doing this year.
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By Penelope Goldin 3rd Grade April and May were busy months for fun and fundraisers. Kids sold gallons of homemade lemonadeto raise money for new sports equipment. Families watched “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory” and ate real movie-theater style popcorn to help put on LCW’s production of “A Year with Frog and Toad,” presented at the Greenway Court Theatre. In the area of art, 4th graders created landscape paintings, and 5th graders painted still lifes. The 2nd graders were inspired by Van Gogh’s sunflower paintings, and kindergarten through 3rd grade learned cool ways to use color.
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In May, 5th graders shared artwork, music and dance that traced the roots of American art forms. The showcase featured a “swing” dance and a “stepping” dance. Students also created splatter art inspired by Jackson Pollack to accompany the performance. The second graders hosted their Arts Showcase, BIRDS, inspired by their study of birds in social sciences and science. Under the direction of their music and creative movement teachers, the children acted out Gerald McDermott’s “Raven, A Trickster Tale from the Pacific Northwest.” One of our very own fifth graders recently raised $2,135 for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund, surpassing her original goal of $2,000! She achieved this by selling lemonade, doing bake sales and encouraging her friends and family to donate money to the cause. She also ran in the Kids 4 Kids 5K run/walk!
By Norani Abilo 8th Grade May was a great month. The 8th grade class hosted the very merry annual Mini Carnival. They brought back the jail game and added a haunt-
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You know the best playgrounds for your kids. Do you know the best hospital? When it comes to leading the way in children’s medicine, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles has been on top since 1901. For the third straight year, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is one of only a handful of children’s hospitals in the nation good enough to be ranked “Best” on the prestigious U.S. News & World Repor t Honor Roll. And, we’re the only children’s hospital in California to make the list. To learn more about the children’s hospital that keeps reaching new heights, visit CHL A.org or call 888 - 631- 2452.
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Hancock Park. Designer done throughout. 3bd/2bath. Lux new master suite. Chicly remodeled garage w/bath. Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626
Hancock Park. 4+3.5 home totally remodeled. Kosher kitchen, central air/heat. 3rd Street School District Cecille Cohen 323.460.7629
Hancock Park. First time on market in nearly forty years. Property to be sold in “As-is” condition. Sandy Boeck 323.860.4240
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Hancock Park. 2+1.75 home, mid-block on Lillian Way. 3rd St Sch. Wonderful yard. Near Larchmont Village. Loveland Carr Properties 323.460.7606
Hancock Park. 3+2 w/craftsman details. Blocks to Larchmont. Great rec room + plumbing. Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626
Hancock Park. A stone’s throw from Larchmont Village. 3rd St School. Beautifully refurbished.2br+1ba. Lincoln/ LaViolette 323.460.7680
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Hancock Park. Beautifully updated 2 bd/2ba.Lrg open floor plan. New gourmet kitchen w/stainless appls. Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626
Beverly Hills. Stunning remodel, 1+1.5, S/S appls, wshr/ dryr inside, priv patio w/garden view. 2 prkg. J Hutchison/L Hadley 323.460.7637
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Conservancy annual meeting at Founder’s Karen Hudson, author and granddaughter of architect Paul R. Williams, will talk at the annual meeting of the L.A. Conservancy on Sat., June 9 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Founder’s Church of Religious Science, Holmes Chapel, 550 S. Berendo St. She is the author of the new
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Church) and the first African American Fellow of the American Institute of Architects. Newly elected members of the board of directors will be introduced and Volunteer Recognition Awards will be given. The annual meeting is free. RSVP info@laconservancy.org.
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Stunning center hall entry with inlaid wood flooring. Living room with coffered ceiling and fireplace. Formal dining room, breakfast room, kitchen with Wolf and SubZero appliances, finely crafted cabinetry and center island. Library, den with bar and fireplace. Three bedrooms, two baths upstairs. Brick patio, terraced gardens, lush landscaping, natural stream on large lot. Three-car garage. Security camera system.
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Western Heights tour visits historic homes, gardens Stroll through the so-called “streetcar suburb,” where up-and-coming young professional families built their homes in the early 20th century, at the Historic Western Heights Home & Garden Tour. The event, sponsored by the Western Heights Homeowners Assoc. (WHHA), is on Sun., June 3 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eight historically significant homes and gardens will be open in the area located just north of the Santa Monica Freeway between Western and Arlington avenues. Among them is the estate of singer Marvin Gaye. Originally developed outside city limits, the
six-block area was a forerunner to the modern suburb, far from the noisy center of town. The area’s residential streets are characterized by two-and three-story homes in styles including Craftsman, Tudor Revival, Queen Anne, Spanish Colonial Revival, Monterey Revival and American Foursquare. Gourmet food trucks will offer snacks during the tour; a plant sale will also take place. A bike corral will be available for cyclists to park. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 on the day of the tour. For more information, go to WesternHeightsonline.com
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Step back into the last Ice Age and come face-to-face with a snarling and prowling but otherwise tame sabertooth cat at the Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits, 5801 Wilshire Blvd. The Ice Age Encounter performances using puppetry are Sun., June 10, Tues., June 19, Sat., June 23 and Sun., June 24 at 11 a.m., 12:30 and 1:45 p.m. For more information visit tarpits.org. Children four and under free.
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Free history camp for youngsters at Genealogy Jamboree 2500 Hollywood Way, Burbank on Thurs., June 7 from 4 to 7 p.m. It is one of many events featured at the Jamboree to be held at the hotel Fri., June 8 through Sun., June 10. The event celebrates the search for ancestors and the journey to
A family history camp for kids ages eight to 16 will be held in conjunction with the 43rd annual Genealogy Jamboree hosted by the Southern California Genealogical Society. The free camp is at the Burbank Airport Marriott Hotel,
uncover a family’s history. Boy Scouts in attendance can earn genealogy merit badges. To register or for more information, call 818-843-7247 or go to scgsgenealogy.com/ KidsCamp1.html
HOMES from the area’s oldest neighborhoods are featured, such as above and below. Vintage postcard Chester Place, page 1.
View Victorian-era mansions on West Adams spring tour Victorian mansions and Queen Anne Cottages will be on the “Pathways to Yesteryear: Strolling the Street of Dreams Tour” Sat., June 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Among the area’s oldest neighborhoods, University Park will be featured on the West Adams Heritage Assoc. annual Spring Homes and Architecture Tour. A century ago the city’s finest residences were off Adams Boulevard, the Street of Dreams. The “Bon Ton District” included Chester Place, St. James Park and the Belgravia Tract. Historic buildings will be open during the self-guided tour as well as the city’s oldest gated community, Chester Place. Built in 1899, its esclusive mansions are now home to Mount St. Mary’s College. Tickets are $25 by June 4; $30 at the door till 1 p.m. on the day of the tour. Visit westadamsheritage.org. SHHHH…. “One of the great secrets of Los Angeles,” West Adams
Festival on the Green kicks off at Santa Anita
Vanessa Carlton and the USC Marching Band will perform works from Copland, Respighi and Mussorgsky when the California Philharmonic opens the Cal Phil Festival on the Green summer season at Santa Anita Park on Sat., June 30. Guests can choose from tables and chairs or lawn area seating at the race track at 285 W. Huntington Dr. in Arcadia. Come early and enjoy a gourmet meal prepared on-site or bring a picnic from home. Concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. with live jazz, dining and family friendly activities from 5:30 p.m. For more information, go to calphil.org.
is being proposed for a photo/video/web/iBook project, featuring the area’s handmade, custom homes and its history. The project seeks grass roots funding; visit www.kickstarter.com/ projects/jettloe/untold-la for more information. (Be sure to watch the video).
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Sample award-winning wines from more than a dozen countries at the LAWineFest on Sat., June 9 from 2 to 6 p.m. and Sun., June 10, noon to 6 p.m. The 7th annual event takes place at Raleigh Studios, 5300 Melrose Ave. Dubbed “L.A.’s largest educational wine festival,” the two-day event offers a variety of tasting classes on wine and cheese pairing, international wines, and bourbon, scotch and sake appreciation taught by wine and spirits professionals. In addition to more than 350 wines, spirits and beers, guests can sample food truck offerings and gourmet treats and enjoy live entertainment. LAWineFest is presented by Los Angeles Magazine and City of Hope. Tickets are $75/day; $139 for couples or a weekend pass. To purchase, go to www.LAWineFest.com
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Desmond’s parking lot future site of 175 apartment units Associated Estates Realty Corp. plans to erect a 175-unit apartment building on the parking lot behind Desmond’s Tower at 5500 Wilshire Blvd. Associated Estates purchased the 2.21-acre property in May, and plans to begin construction in 2013. The tower property includes a 78,800 square foot office and retail building with Fed Ex/Kinkos and ACE Gallery among tenants. The apartments will be known as The Desmond on Wilshire. Merit Enterprises, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Associated Estates, is construction manager. The Ohio-based company purchased the building and the neighboring parking lot for $37 million. The parking lot comes entitled for a development. A Wall Street Journal report said rents are expected to start around $2,600 per month for
DESIGNED BY architect Gilbert Stanley Underwood, Desmond’s was the first tenant when the building opened in 1929.
one-bedroom units and $3,300 per month for two-bedroom apartments. Comparable rents at neighboring 5600 Wilshire apartments start at $2,009 for a one-bedroom; $2,865 for a two-bedroom. When Desmond’s opened in the Art Deco Wilshire Tower
in 1929, it signaled the beginning of Miracle Mile as a retail destination. With three downtown locations, the department store’s move validated developer A. W. Ross’s foresight by placing its fourth branch miles west of the central business district. Desmond’s main entrance
opened onto the sidewalk, but many shoppers entered through the rear; in a nod to the automobile’s ascendency, the owners built a large parking lot behind the store and reserved additional space for future parking needs. Other retailers soon followed Desmond’s to the Miracle Mile, and they also provided parking for their customers behind their buildings. Silverwood’s arrived in September 1929 in another Art Deco tower at 5410 Wilshire Blvd. Coulter’s shuttered its downtown location in 1938 and opened its Miracle Mile store at Hauser and Wilshire (later purchased by Broadway Department Stores). Two years later, the May Company opened its new Wilshire Branch at Fairfax Ave. Among other retailers in Miracle Mile in the 1930s, up until the 1970s, were Silverwood’s Mullen & Bluett,
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WIZARD OF OZ, courtesy Jerry Murbach/MGM.
Fashion, critics at Conservancy film series Film critic Kevin Thomas will interview Geena Davis at the “Tootsie” screening on Wed., June 6 at the Orpheum Theatre, 842 S. Broadway, built in 1926. The event is part of the L.A. Conservancy film series “Last Remaining Seats" which takes place in historic L.A. theaters. “Cantinflas in Los Tres Mosqueteros” (“The Three Musketeers”), 1942, in Spanish with English subtitles, is on Wed., June 20 at the Million Dollar Theatre (1918). The preshow panel will include Tomas Benitez from the L.A. County Arts Commission and moderator Laura Isabel Serna, professor of film and critical studies at USC. Silent film “Robin Hood (1922) will be accompanied by Robert Israel on the Mighty Wurlitzer organ on Wed., June 27 at the Orpheum. Host is film critic Leonard Maltin. “The Wizard of Oz” (1939) screens at 2 and 8 p.m. on Sat., June 30 at the Saban Theater, 1930, in Beverly Hills. Host at both screenings is Aljean Harmetz, author of “The Making of the Wizard of Oz.” A matinee preshow will feature vintage costumes from the Golden Age of Technicolor presented by Valentino’s Costumes and Maxwell DeMille. Original 1930s and 1940s movie costumes presented by Greg Schreiner and Maxwell DeMille will be in the evening pre-show. laconservancy.org.
DOUGLAS FAIRBANKS at his acrobatic best in "Robin Hood." Murbach/United Artists
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SHOWN IS A scene from Cecil B. DeMille’s 1918 feature “Whispering Chorus.”
Day of Silents screen at Hollywood Heritage in honor of Paramount Rudolph Valentino is among stars in four films to be screened at the Silent Society of Hollywood Heritage’s “A Day of Silents” Sun., June 3 at the Hollywood Heritage Museum, 2100 N. Highland Ave. The event is in celebration of Paramount Studio’s centennial year. “Sand!,” (1920) starring William S. Hart and Mary Thurman, screens at 1 p.m. “Below the Surface,” (1920)
screens at 2:15 p.m. Starring are Hobart Bosworth and Lloyd Hughes Chorus,” “Whispering (1918) starring Raymond Hatton and Kathlyn Williams and directed by Cecil B. DeMille, is at 5:15 p.m. Beaucaire,” “Monsieur (1924) with Rudolph Valentino and Bebe Daniels, is at 7:30 p.m. Live musical accompaniment will be provided by Michael Mortilla.
The 1913 one-story Prairie-style Ganahl House was recently deemed a city Historic Cultural Monument. Traced to two prominent, early Los Angeleno families, the residence—at 232 S. St. Andrews Place—was designated HCM #1012 by the city Cultural Heritage Commission and City Council. The home and detached garage was designed by architect and engineer Albert C. Martin, Sr. for his sister and her husband Constantine C. Ganahl. A.C. Martin and Associates also built the historic Los Angeles City Hall among other notable buildings. Ganahl was the son of the president and founder of the C. Ganahl Lumber Company, founded in 1884; he would become president of the company in the 1930s. Prairie-style architecture features of the home include a rectangular plan with an offcenter hardwood entry door flanked by multi-pane sidelight windows. The chimney bisects a hipped roof and a deep overhang creating a porch supported by massive square piers at each corner. Interior features include a Batchelder fireplace and wood
GANAHL HOUSE was named a city Historic Cultural Monument.
paneling and cabinetry. Alterations to the building include exterior texture coating, which has been removed and replaced with sand finish stucco, which is still in the process of being finished. Copper plumbing has been installed, and double hung windows were re-hung, replacing cords and securing weights. The original electric system was upgraded. Oak floors have been re-finished, and a tankless water heater was installed. An original dark room off the kitchen has been retained. Ganahl was a dedicated photographer who documented the couple’s worldwide travels. The C. Ganahl Lumber Co., founded by Christrian Ganahl,
is now lead by third-generation family members. A.C. Martin and Associates is the oldest architectural and engineering firm in Los Angeles and also headed by third generation family members. Back in 1912 after C.C. Ganahl married Margaret Mary Martin and her brother A.C. Martin, Sr. designed the home for them, they were criticized for living so far out of town, according to a city Planning Dept. report. Both families worshiped a few blocks away at St. Brendan Church on S. Van Ness Ave.; the original church was designed by A.C. Martin, Sr., and following a fire, the larger church was designed by his brother Emmett Martin.
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512 S. Norton Ave., $1,595,000 454 S. Citrus Ave., $899,000 Windsor Square Hancock Park Warm and inviting 4bd/3ba Lovely 3bd/2ba character Spanish, remodeled English Tudor, large remodeled kit. Master kit. Master suite has private custom bathroom. suite w/separate sitting area and fireplace. 3825 Sapphire Drive, Encino Hills French doors lead to large entertainers$1,149,000 patio French doors lead out to amazing landscaped Immaculate remodeled 4 bed/3 bath and lushly landscaped yard. 3rd St. School. grounds.
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6396 Weidlake Dr., $950,000 Hollywood Hills East Three-story 3BD/3.5BA contemporary w/ views designed by noted architect Paul Bailey. Approx. 3000 sqft. Lrg private Master suite. 3rd level entertainment level w/ wet bar/media room.
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Eco fair, healthy food trucks and more at Page park
HELPING TO PLANT trees and a garden at Good Shepherd Shelter for battered women with children at 2561 Venice Blvd. were members of Keller Williams Larchmont as part of the annual RED (Renew, Energize, Donate) day charity project. Shown, from left, are Catherine Cooper, Ivette Turon, David Holley and Eileen Lanza.
Series offers free live music at the Farmers Market
The summer music series offers two nights of free entertainment each week at the Farmers Market at Third St. and Fairfax Ave. The Thursday Night Jazz line-up kicked off with Bobby Batos Afro-Cuban music on May 31. Katisse with special guest Judith Hill bring hip hop to the stage on June 7. Josh Nelson Quartet plays straightahead jazz on June 14; roaring 20s is the theme on June 21 when Paul Frederick’s Big Lucky Orchestra featuring Val
Peterson performs. The Lao Tizer Quartet brings its contemporary sound on June 28. The Friday Night Music series, which began as a few summer concerts sponsored by the Gumbo Pot restaurant, has grown to include everything from western and reggae to swing, surf and salsa music. The Lucky Stars bring western swing music on June 1. Celtic/worldbeat jazz is performed by Bad Haggis with Bagpiper Eric Rigler on June 8. Upstream Reggae takes the
An eco-friendly festival and concert to inspire children and families to get outside to learn, discover, play, and care for the Earth will take place on Sun., June 10 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Hancock Park at the Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits. Listen to child friendly musicians, meet live animals and engage in fun art activities. Watch bug performers from the Natural History Museum, event co-host with the Children’s Nature Institute. Healthy food trucks and vendors will serve up nutritious and delicious fare. stage on June 15; the International Swingers rock and roll on June 22. On June 29, Orquesta Charangoa presents Cuban charanga and salsa tunes. Performances are on the West Patio from 7 to 9 p.m. Food and beer are available from market merchants and the Market’s two bars. Parking is free for two hours with validation from a Market merchant. For updates or more information, go to www.farmersmarketla.com.
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Jazz band plays at Cloverdale Ave. A barista and jazz trio were on hand at an Open House on Cloverdale Ave. in April. Some 90 guests attended from Mon-
terey Park, Sunset, Larchmont, Miracle Mile, Glendale and the westside. Even our local beat cops showed up at the event!
BROKERS attending the Cloverdale Ave. Open House were Emi Terauchi, James Colin Campbell, Nate Shimizu, LAPD officers Shawn Stablewski and Alex Cervantes, and Nee Wong.
MUSIC WAS provided by The BassHitter Live Jazz Trio, from left, are Philip Scott III, keyboard; Bryan Russell, bass; Reggie Johnson, drums.
When Life gives You Lemons, You Better have a Juicer nearBY! financial markets reached depression-like depths. Suddenly the pool of buyers willing to tackle a multi-million dollar, highly specific home building project was quite small.
Not long ago I was contacted by representatives of a local professional athlete who had some real estate needs. This athlete had purchased a large plot of land which also had a house on it. The home itself was a significant “fixer,” but that was irrelevant to the buyer. He had elaborate plans to level the existing structure and build his dream home on the rest of the property. He’d spent many months, and considerable money planning every detail of this new property.
Rather than take a huge loss on his investment to that point, the management group asked me to come up with plan B: to convert the significant fixer property into a rental. This would allow the owner to begin realizing a return on his investment, while waiting for the market to turn. So I presented three contractors to the owner for plans to do a remodel sufficient to make the house “rent ready.” The owner selected a contractor, and being out of state, asked me to keep an eye on the construction process. Over the next two months the house was converted from what some would call a teardown, into a charming, attractive home.
Then he got a phone call that every athlete knows is a possibility at some point in his career:…he’d been traded to another team in another state. The dream house he’d been creating, was no longer practical as he was moving halfway across the country. He took his focus to his new team, but his business personnel back in LA were left with an un-finished asset, the inspirer of which had moved on. That’s where I came in. The athlete’s management group sought to list the entire project for sale - the land, the existing home, and most valuably - the ready-to-build-plans and permits for an incredible estate. I met with the architects to educate myself about the project, getting key facts like how much the build would cost and how much time it would take.
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We developed color renderings and launched a full-scale marketing effort to sell the project. We contacted builders who’d developed properties within a 10 mile radius of the project and walked numerous prospects through the site, proudly explaining the vision of the dreamer who drafted the plans. Two things were working against us. The man who’d designed the property for his own use, was no longer here to enjoy it.; we were trying to sell his personal dream and vision to someone else. More importantly, in the midst of all of this, the US
Soon after, we put it on the market for lease and have had no trouble finding qualified tenants ever since. The owner never intended to be a landlord, but sometimes our best laid plans go to waste. My team and I helped take what had been a financial black hole for him, and turned it into an income generating asset. Today the market is better, and the owner is contemplating listing the property for sale again.
Planning anything in life is critically important, but sometimes things don’t work out quite the way we envisioned. The question is, are you working with people who can help you smoothly navigate those unexpected bumps in the road when they do occur? I’m fortunate enough to be the trusted Realtor to individuals, families, numerous banks, wealth managers and business managers. To find out why they put their trust in me when it comes to their real estate assets and to see how I may be able to help you with yours, call today.
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Performances, film at KCC, baseball season at CAFAM, fast cars at Petersen KOREAN CULTURAL CENTER—"Sounds of Asia" with 10-member "Urigarac, Tang Wave" features Korean and Chinese music on Fri., June 15 at 7:30 p.m. • Traditional Dance Masters Chumgil with Kwan Gyu Lim Dance Company & Lee Kyung Hwa perform Fri., June 22, at 7:30 p.m. Online Reservation: www.kccla.org. • “Sea without Water,” a tale of a healing romance between two outcasts, screens Thurs., June 28 at 7:30 p.m. Free and English subtitles. RSVP. 5505 Wilshire Blvd., 323936-7141. www.kccla.org LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART—"Sharon Lockhart, Noa Eshkol" opens Mon., June 4. Mulitmedia meditation on Israeli dance composer and textile artist Eshkol. Ends Sept. 9. • "Opa Opa" salsa band perform Sat., June 23 at 5 p.m. in Hancock Park, free. • "Levitated Mass," an exhibit
TRADITIONAL DANCE at Cultural Center Fri., June 22.
featuring a 340-pound boulder, opens Sun., June 24. •"Children of the Plumed Serpent: The Legacy of Quetzalcoatl in Ancient Mexico" ends July 1. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., 323857-6000; lacma.org. ARCHITECTURE+DESIGN MUSEUM—"AIA/LA presents 2X8 Taut," featuring architec-
ture and design student work, opening reception is Tues., June 5, 6 to 9 p.m. Ends June 30. "AIGA/LA "Emerge" showcases student graphic design work. Ends June 30. 6032 Wilshire Blvd.; 323932-9393; www.aplusd.org. PAGE MUSEUM AT THE LA BREA TAR PITS—"Kid's Rock," an eco-friendly festival and concert Sun., June 10, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., includes "bug" performers, live animals and art activities. Food trucks and vendors will serve nutritious and delicious fare. • A snarling and prowling but otherwise tame sabertoothed cat is featured in Ice Age Encounter puppetry performances Sun., June 10, Tues., June 19, Sat., June 23 and Sun., June 24 at 11 a.m., 12:30 and 1:45 p.m. Children four and under free. 5801 Wilshire Blvd., 323934-PAGE; tarpits.org LOS ANGELES MUSEUM OF THE HOLO CAUST—
"AERODYNAMICS" at Petersen. A 1979 Ford Probe, above.
Anne Frank's birthday is commemorated with student book clubs Saturdays June 3 and June 10 at 11:30 a.m., and a short story reading and discussion June 10 at 1 p.m.. Pan Pacific Park, 100 S. The Grove Dr., 323-651-3704; lamoth.org. Free. CRAFT AND FOLK ART MUSEUM—"Baseball: The All-American Game" includes 75 works of folk art and memorabilia. Ends Sept. 9 •"Ehren Tool: Production or Destruction" features 1,000 cups by a former Marine decorated with military images to
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provoke a dialogue about war. Ends Sept. 9. Artist residency is Fri., June 1 to Fri., June 15 in the outdoor courtyard turned into a ceramics studio. • A Handmade Summer featuring workshops with local artists is on Sat., June 16 from noon to 6 p.m. Free. • Sounds of Summer Concert Series: Todd Simon's EthioCali Ensemble perform Sun., June 24 from 6 to 8 p.m., free. 5814 Wilshire Blvd., 323937-4230; cafam.org, workshops@cafam.org. Free the first Wednesday of every month. ZIMMER CHILDREN'S MUSEUM—Drop in Sunday workshops from 3 to 4 p.m. include CD Space Mobiles June 3. Bring old CD's to upcycle and create mobiles out of this world. Brickz4kids with Lego is June 10, and Fun with FUNdamentals is June 24. 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 100; 323-761-8984, www.zimmermuseum.org. PETERSEN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM—Make gift bags for dad during a drop-in arts and crafts workshop Sat., June 2 from 1 to 4 p.m. Story hour is at 2 p.m. • "Aerodynamics: From Art to Science" open Sat., June 16 and includes the 1928 Martin Aerodynamic and pioneering 1940 BMW 328 Mille Miglia to the latest ultra-efficient concept cars. Ends May 27, 2013. 6060 Wilshire Blvd., 323903-2277; petersen.org.
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handmade jewelry to Jameson’s own line of perfume. Most pieces, including the DJ booth, mirrors and swivel chairs, are moveable, and shelves are hinged and can be folded up so the space can be converted into anything from an art gallery to a dance floor. “We don’t specialize in just one thing,” said the affable Jameson, a Silverlake resident
Gallery, café, hair salon all in one debuts on Melrose Ave.
135 So. Hudson Place $3,250,000
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something for everyone on an extensive and interesting menu that is broken down into “Westside” and “Eastside” offerings. Customers seeking healthy fare can choose from a variety of smoothies and salads with ingredients like kale, quinoa and Brussels sprouts. For carnivores and heartier appetites, there’s Philly steak and Momma’s meatball sandwiches. An adjacent room where Jameson performs his specialty—a dry-cutting technique dubbed “the naked haircut”— is nothing like your typical hair salon. Decorated with vintage furniture and eclectic artwork, its shelves display a variety of cool stuff for sale, from vintage clothing and
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and bowling shirts got a free drink. Upcoming events include a regular Wednesday karaoke night; the recent Friday evening “Bluesbilly Bash” featured live bands and DJs with no cover charge. Jameson envisions Nue Studio as a local hangout spot and the coolest place ever to get a haircut.
and father of two with one on the way. “It’s a celebration of hair, art, food, photography, fashion and music.” Recent offerings included Cinematic Tuesday screenings of “Dazed and Confused,” where those wearing old concert T-shirts were promised a free brownie, and “The Big Lebowski,” where patrons who showed up in bathrobes
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ARBITER OF COOL: owner Todd Jameson.
By Laura Eversz The neighborhood just got a little hipper with the opening of Nue Studio salon and cafe at the Hollywood Historic Hotel at 5156 Melrose Ave. According to Yelp, owner and stylist Todd Jameson is a veritable hair god and rock star in Miami, where he opened the original Nue Studio in 2008. Features at his shop, which was voted among the top 100 salons in 2011 by Elle Magazine, include art-covered walls, album covers used as flooring and a DJ booth. The new Nue has all that and more, including a café with posted hours of “7 a.m. till we feel like closing.” Breakfast is served all day, and there is
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Breathtaking Amazing Views. This 4,944 sq.ft. 5BR/5.5BA, is a rare one story on approx. 1/2 acre lot.
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3rd Street School District. Bright natural lights throughout, breathtaking view of Fremont Place. 24 hour security w/ doorman. Pool.
156 N. ArDEN BLvD.
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Beautiful Spanish home located in Larchmont Village. Charming house totally renovated in 2010. Featuring: 3 beds + den + 3.5 bas, 2,510 S.F. as per Architectural plans.
Hancock Park South Office 119 N. Larchmont Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90004
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Start off the summer with children and teen reading program parties FAIRFAX LIBRARY 161 S. Gardner St. 323-936-6191 L.A. Quiltmakers Guild: Hands-on demonstrations. Beginners welcome. Meets
Sat., June 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Miracle Mile Writers Club networking and support for writers on Sat., June 2 from 3 to 5 p.m.
Teen Council: Meets Sat., June 9 at 1 p.m. Chinese Language Study: Learn basic conversational Chinese on Sat., June 9, 16, 23 and 30 from 2 to 3 p.m.
June is in Bloom with Deena 629 South June Street $4,995,000 Fabulous Remodel
Grand Mediterranean estate completely remodeled. This 7 bedroom and 5.5 bathroom home is over 6000 square ft with an 1800 sq ft guest house. Gorgeous redone kitchen with quartz countertop and stainless steel appliances. Fabulous family room, step down living room and magnificent dining room.
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Aristocratic estate with all the modern amenities of today’s lifestyle.. Living room with exquisite fireplace, beamed ceiling and large stained glass window. French doors open to pool and spa. Large dining room, kitchen with granite, stainless steel appliances. Guest room suite downstairs with music room and private office. Upstairs, 7 bedroom suites. Home has 8.5 bathrooms.
No need to book a ticket to Europe, this home has all the European elements right here in Hancock Park. Dramatic entryway with oak panels and stencilled beams to the handpainted ceilings. Stained glass and leaded windows, coffered ceilings, French doors , three elegant fireplaces. Large 6 bedrooms with 5.5 bathrooms. Pool, koi pond, guest house and much more.
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Friends of the Library: Meet to discuss ways to support the library on Tues., June 12 at 11 a.m. Dream big, READ!: The children's summer reading program begins Thurs., June 14 at 4 p.m. M.S. Support Group: Meets for support for those who have or care for people with multiple sclerosis on Thurs., June 14 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. MOMS Club of MidWilshire: Support group for Moms meets on Fri., June 15 at 3 p.m. Stories and Crafts: Part of the children's summer reading program. Hear stories and make crafts on Thurs., June 21 at 4 p.m. We Own the Night: Teen summer reading club kick off party Tues., June 26 at 4 p.m. Refreshments provided. Family Movie Night: Come see a movie on Tues., June 26 at 6 p.m. Call the library for details. Wonderland Puppets: Part of the children's summer reading program on Thurs., June 28 at 4 p.m. Ongoing Computer Comfort: Handson training on the computer on Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. Baby and Toddler Storytime: Meet for songs and stories for kids 6 mos. to 2 years on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Pre-school Storytime: Meet for songs and stories for kids ages 2 to 4 years old on Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. Book Sale: Lots of deals on used books and more on Wednesdays from noon to 4 p.m. and Saturdays, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. LACMA Art Classes for Kids: Best for ages five to 12; meets Wednesdays at 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. Grandparents and Books (GAB): Library volunteers read children's stories aloud. Call branch for days and times. FREMONT LIBRARY 6121 Melrose Ave. 323-962-3521 Student Smart: Practice
SAT test to be administered by Princeton Review on Sat., June 2 at 10 a.m. Call library to sign up. Friends of the Library Book Sale: Book and cd deals on Fri., June 8 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. and Sat., June 9, from noon to 5 p.m. Book Club: Meets Tues., June 12 at 6:30 p.m. Call for this month's selection. Summer Reading Club: Start off with decorating a gift bag and card on Tues., June 26 at 3 p.m. Ongoing Baby and Toddler Storytime: Meet for songs and stories for kids 6 mos. to 2 years on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Pre-school Storytime: Meet for songs and stories for kids 2 to 4 years old on Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. Computer Tutorials: Appointments are available for individualized instruction. Call the library for details. MEMORIAL LIBRARY 4625 W. Olympic Blvd. 323-938-2732 Dream big, READ!: Celebrate the start of the summer reading club with fun, food, stories, books and prizes on Thurs., June 14 at 3 p.m. Student Smart: Practice PSAT test to be administered by Princeton Review on Sat., June 16 at 10 a.m. Call library to sign up. Teen Summer Reading Club: Kick off party for on Wed., June 27, 4 to 5 p.m. Friends of the Library Book Sale: Tuesdays 12:30 to 5:30 p.m and Saturdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday Nights @ the Movies: Come see a free movie with popcorn on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Call library for weekly selection. (Please turn to page 11)
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LIBRARY CALENDAR (Continued from page 10) Grandparents and Books: Ms. Haley reads on Mondays from 2 to 4 p.m. Ms. Sylvia reads on Tuesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Ms. Casey reads on Wednesdays from 3 to 5 p.m. Ms. Claire reads on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon. Toddler Story Time: Share stores, songs and rhymes on Wednesdays at 10 a.m.
Computer Comfort Class: Learn computer basics on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to noon or online anytime at: www.laplcomputerclass. blogspot.com. Se habla espanol. Fun & Games: meet Wednesdays at noon to play Chinese Mah Jong, Scrabble, Battleship, Checkers and other games. Tea and light
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refreshments are served. Chess club: All ages and levels are welcome on Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. Knitting Circle: Meets Saturdays at 10 a.m. All skill levels welcome to spin a yarn. WILSHIRE LIBRARY 149 N. St. Andrews Place 323-957-4550
Baby's Sleepy Storytime: Bring your infant up to 2 years old for 15 minutes of a quick story and lullaby. Check out some board books and then back home to bed on Thur., June 7 at 6 p.m. Summer Reading Club: Meets on Tues., June 12, 19 and 26 at 4 p.m. Kick off party on Tues., June 12.
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Teen Council: Meet to discuss dvds, cds, graphic novels and other books on Thurs., June 28 from 4 to 5 p.m. Ongoing Storytime with Sybil: Kids ages 3 to 5 can bring their parents and grandparents to listen to stories and sing songs on Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11 a.m.
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SOUTH TERRACE of the Art Gallery is the site of a performance by the Independent Shakespeare Company.
Enjoy the Bard outdoors, learn flower arranging, hear Japanese drummers or view award-winning cacti at The Huntington, 1151 Oxford Road in San Marino. The arts The Independent Shakespeare Co. presents “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” on the South Terrace of the Art Gallery on Sat., June 2 at 6:30 p.m. Learn how to paint an array of seasonal fruit at Botanical Watercolor: Summer’s Bounty on Saturdays, June 23, 30 and July 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Botanical artist Lisa Pompelli will provide instruction appropriate to all skill levels. Flowers and more Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Japanese Garden by creating an arrangement of pine and fresh flowers inspired by the Japanese landscape in a workshop on Sat., June 2 from 10 a.m. to noon. The Second Thursday Garden Talk and Sale’s theme is daylilies on Thurs., June 14 at 2:30 p.m. Nurseryman and plant breeder John Schoustra will discuss new varieties; a sale follows. Get the inside story on what makes the Huntington tick at Huntington 101 on Thursdays, June 14 and 21, from 5 to 7 p.m. The series explores the garden’s historic roots, its emergence as a research institution and the road to its
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Mark Father’s Day at Descanso Printmaking to the sounds of jazz at free concerts on Thursdays at 6 p.m. Bonsai The Descanso Bonsai Society presents a two-day show and plant sale on Sat., June 16 and Sun., June 17. Family fun Entertain with hands-on activities and performances for all ages on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. For more information, go to descansogardens.org or call 818-949-4290.
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