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vol. 48, no. 8 • delivered to the 76,439 readers in hancock park • windsor square • fremont place • park labrea • larchmont village • Miracle Mile

Capt. Tina Nieto takes the Bikeway plan to impact helm at Olympic Division two 4th St. intersections

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Capt. Matt Blake promoted to commander

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SECTION ONE LIBRARIES book more hours. 9 THE LEAF was worth the wait. 10 SHAMROCKS stay at Bergins' makeover. 11 Larchmont Chronicle's

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Capt. Tina Nieto, former commanding patrol office at the Olympic Division station, has been promoted to commanding officer. She takes over for Capt. Matt Blake, who oversees six stations in his new role as commanding officer of the Operations West Bureau. The Olympic Division covers most of Windsor Square, Wilshire Park and Windsor Village. Nieto, who became the first Hispanic female captain in L.A.P.D’s history in 2008, has a master’s degree in leadership and management from the University of La Verne and a bachelor’s in criminal justice from Cal State Fullerton. Capt. Nieto says her leadership philosophy is three-fold:

A proposal to place stoplights at two intersections in Hancock Park is meeting with opposition from residents. The lights proposed at 4th St. and Highland Ave. and 4th St. and Rossmore Ave. are to permit bicycle access. Preliminary plans call for signals at both locations, said Tim Fremaux, transportation engineering associate with the city Dept. of Transportation, Capt. Tina Nieto

civic responsibility, taking action even when it is not the popular choice, and engaging others to make a difference for the good of the community.

Redistricting splits neighborhood Congressional, senate districts impacted NEW DEVELOPMENT coming to Vermont and Wilshire.

SCHOOLS, park open at Ambassador site. Page 17

FRESH produce at the Metro. Page 18

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DINING. Check out the best choices. Page 19

SPECIAL section. 13-20 PLAYING for our troops. 21 TENNIS is a back at LA High. 25

A group of residents are seeking to keep the centuryold Greater Wilshire neighborhood intact. The area’s 15 residential associations are threaten to be divided, with the eastern and western portions split into separate Congressional, Assembly and Senate regions by the California Redistricting Commission. “I was more than disappointed in what I learned

Lights proposed at Highland, Rossmore

from the final maps,” said Jane Usher, member of the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council. “The western boundary is and has been La Brea Ave. and its eastern boundary is and has been Western Ave.— for the past 100 years,” Usher wrote to the Commission. A public review period continues until Mon., Aug 15 when the Commission is scheduled to vote.

Bikeways Section. The signals would turn red when a bicyclist approaches the intersection. The plan also calls for right- turn only restrictions at the two sites. Impact on traffic would be a disaster, said Cindy Chvatal, Hancock Park Homeowners Association president. Councilman Tom LaBonge is planning a meeting in September to get community input.

Judge orders mediator to hear Larchmont Bungalow case Both sides asked to resolve issues A superior court judge has ordered the owners of Larchmont Bungalow and city officials to try to resolve their differences with a mediator. Judge Soussan Bruguera said at a July 25 hearing she had a 19-page tentative ruling involving the two parties. “But she would not let us see it. She wants to see if the other judge can get us to settle,” said city attorney Kim Westoff. “She said it would be in everyone one’s best interest to reach a settlement agreement,” said Bungalow attorney Fred Gaines. A superior court judge will be appointed and a date for

the mediation hearing will be scheduled early this month. “If they mediate, let the community have its say,” said Patty Lombard, founder of ilovelarchmontblvd.com. See Bungalow, p. 3

Back to School Hit the books with our special section in the September issue. Advertising deadline is Mon., Aug. 15. Please call 323-462-2241 ext. 11.

On the Boulevard Glimpses by Jane

SECTION TWO Real Estate

Sample food, drinks at 19th annual event on Mon., Aug. 22

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Taste of Larchmont benefits food pantries

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The 19th annual Taste of Larchmont Village on Mon., Aug. 22 beginning at 6 p.m. will help ensure food distribution at Hope-Net's 14 food pantries. Guests will sample food and drinks from restaurants, pizza parlors, coffee and sweet shops and a wine store mainly south of Beverly Blvd., and enjoy music that harkens back to the Roaring 20s. About 100 volunteers help put on the Taste event, which includes a raffle for a $1,000 cash prize. According to a recent artiSee TASTE, p. 8

ROARING 20s is the theme of this year's event. Proceeds ensure food distribution at Hope-Net's 14 food pantries.

It’s been a lazy, hazy summer for Larchmontians, and August looks to be more of the same. We met up with Mike Gilman and his daughter Allison at Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf. Allison will be returning to Seattle University for graduate study. But before that, she and Ignacio Izquierdo will be getting married, Mike told us. * ** A November wedding is in the offing for Lisa Graeber and Glenn Rudy. Glenn proposed when they were vacationing in Kauai on Shipwreck Beach, we learned at Le Petit Greek. *** Doug Woods, wife Allegra, and youngsters Christopher and Lauren were coming out See BLVD., p. 30

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By Jane Gilman

Avoiding hazards

Larchmont was once a pedestrianfriendly oasis in a large city. But today, it’s proceed at your own risk. If you are more than six feet tall, you run the risk of being poked by an umbrella at one of the many sidewalk cafes. There is also the problem that dog leashes pose. We urge dog owners to be considerate when sitting at a sidewalk table—curb their pets and leashes. Consider everyone’s ability to navigate Larchmont Blvd.

A bad split

As we went to press, we learned that the new Congressional and Assembly maps split our community in half. This would result in two different elected officials to represent our area and would weaken our ability to voice our concerns.

Wed., Aug. 10 – Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council meeting, The Ebell of Los Angeles, 743 S. Lucerne Blvd., 7 p.m. Sun., Aug. 14 – Wilshire Police Station Open House, 4861 Venice Blvd., 12 to 4 p.m. Mon., Aug. 22 – Taste of Larchmont Village, fundraiser for Hope-Net, on Larchmont Blvd., 6 to 9 p.m. Thurs., Sept. 1 – Neighborhood delivery Larchmont Chronicle. Updates at larchmontchronicle.com.

Proposed STOP Lights on Highland and Rossmore The City, in its efforts to promote bicycle commuting, is proposing to install traffic signals on 4th Street at Highland and at Rossmore. Hancock Park residents have been sent a survey by the Association asking for their opinions. If you haven’t responded to the survey, please do so in order for your opinion to be heard. Also, take a few minutes and write a letter or email (tom.labonge@lacity.org) to our Councilman, Tom LaBonge, and let him know what you think. The installation of traffic signals can change traffic flows dramatically and the input of those who live in the area is critical to making a decision that works for everyone. Councilman LaBonge will be holding community hearings in September to discuss these proposed changes. The Association will notify residents as soon as the dates and locations are set so watch your email and the Association website for information The Association’s Annual Meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 18th at 7PM at 3rd Street School. This is when the election of Board members will take place. All HPHOA, est. 1948 members in good standing (those who have paid their annual dues), will soon be receiving information about the nomination process and after that a ballot. The Association’s Board has nominated: Rudolph Gintel, Greg Glasser, Sheldon Goodkind, Peter Gorelick, Susan Grossman, John Rolf, Cami Taylor, Ben Thompson and James Wolf. For short biographies of these candidates please visit our website: http://www. hancockparkhomeownersassociation.org/ . Be sure and mark your calendar with the date. The meeting will be full of information as well as being a place where you can ask questions and find out ways to participate. If you’re planning changes to the outside of your home don’t forget to check the Hancock Park Preservation Plan (http://www. hancockparkhomeownersassociation.org/ or http://preservation. lacity.org/hpoz/la/hancock-park ) and contact City Planner Matthew Glesne (213-978-1216 or matthew.glesne@lacity.org ). If you are the unfortunate victim of a crime or fraud contact the Wilshire Division LAPD station at 213-473-0476 or website: http://www. lapdonline.org/wilshire_community_police_station as well as Hancock Park’s Senior Lead Officer, Dave Cordova (213-793-0650; 31646@lapd.lacity.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, 323-463-5180 For questions regarding filming, contact Filming Committee Members, Ruth Marmelzat or Cami Taylor. Ruth can be reached at 323-934-0138 and Cami at 323-692-1414 (Home) and 310-659-6220 (office). Adv.

inquiring photographer Laura Eversz asked people along Larchmont Blvd.

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Letter to the editor Walking hazard

My friend Susan had a terrible fall recently on Larchmont Blvd. A couple had a small dog on a long leash. They were sitting at an outside table, and they let the dog run the length of the leash. As Susan was exiting the shop the dog ran around Susan’s legs and, in effect, hogtied her. There was so little room between the outside tables and the curb, the fall was worse than it could have been. She injured her leg and arm and is walking with a cane. No one came to her aid, not the shop owner or the dog owners. As matter of fact, the dog owners accused her of hurting the dog. A friend came to her rescue, got her free of the leash and helped her home. Is this yet another argument for limiting outside tables? Patricia Rye Windsor Square

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Police Beat

Extra stop signs?

One way to reduce traffic on our clogged streets is to turn the motorist into a cyclist. But is the increase in stop signs and stoplights the answer? Residents are concerned about proposed installations of stoplights on 4th St. at Highland and Rossmore avenues. The community needs to weigh in on this issue, and our Councilman is planning a public meeting in September so all sides can be heard.

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STREET ROBBERIES: A 54-year old woman walking on the 300 block of S. Van Ness Ave. on July 9 at 11:40 p.m. was approached by a man who pushed her and took her purse. A woman walking to a bus stop near the corner of Wilshire Blvd. and Plymouth Blvd. on July 12 at 12:15 p.m. was approached by a woman in a car who grabbed the victim’s gold necklace. She fought back, but the suspect managed to take the necklace and flee. A man walking near the corner of Plymouth Blvd. and Clinton St. was approached by a man who asked, “Where you from?” on July 13 around (Please turn to page 4)

"I like to take visitors to places that show off the diversity and culture of our city, like LACMA, Muscle Beach in Venice, Chinatown and the Observatory." Maggy Rogow Detroit St.

"The toy store in Larchmont, The Grove and to the beach to play sports. My favorite is the farmer's market on Sunday for chocolate crepes." Jonas Lipofsky Beachwood Dr.

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"I like to take them to The Grove for outdoor movies and The Beverly Center for shopping. People watching at Venice Beach is great, too. Dakota Maxwell-Jones Longwood Dr.

"I would say up Beachwood Canyon to the Hollywood sign and around the reservoir. Also downtown to the Cathedral, Olvera St. and Chinatown." Linda Lennon Lillian Way

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Section one WILSHIRE CENTER 13-20 AROUND THE TOWN 24 26

LIBRARY CALENDAR 27 ENTERTAINMENT Theater Review - 29 Dining Out - 30 At the Movies - 31

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BOOK TOUR and more. Sect. 3, 9

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MUSEUM ROW 6 REAL ESTATE SALES 10 HOME & GARDEN

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“He said he would have no tables—that’s how he should operate.” Bungalow owner Albert Mizrahi signed an affidavit that he would not provide tables and chairs, per a city ordinance to curb the number of restaurants on the boulevard. The restaurant, at 107 N. Larchmont Blvd., however, did open with tables and chairs and outdoor dining and a wait staff. If there is no settlement reached a hearing will be held Mon., Oct. 17 at 10:30 a.m. in L.A. Superior Court, Dept. 71 at 111 N. Hill St. The owners of the Bungalow have sought to re-obtain a certificate of occupancy in 2009 by the city Dept. of Building and Safety. Criminal charges are set to move forward Thurs., Sept. 8 in Los Angeles Superior Court, Hollywood Division with Judge Hillary Merritt.

Besides operating without a certificate of occupancy, the owner filed a false affidavit in support of a building permit, said city attorney Tina Hess.

Smith to talk on mapping project Doug Smith, head of the Los Angeles Times Mapping Project, will speak to the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council meeting on Wed., Aug. 10 at 7 p.m. at the Ebell, 743 S. Lucerne Blvd. The project provides the newspaper with resources for boundaries, demographics, education, housing and crime information. The maps cover the 4,000 square miles of L.A. County and 9.8 million residents. Congressional redistricting is also on the agenda. The Land Use committee will meet on Tues., Aug. 23 at 6:30 p.m. at Wilshire United Methodist Church, 4320 Wilshire Blvd.

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What is new on the Boulevard? Are you feeling summer yet? I must personally thank the Hollywood Beautification Department which removes all graffiti from the Boulevard. Graffiti is the notices of garage sales, missing animals, and advertising of cultural events and so forth that have been nailed, taped or secured to the trees and poles. These are all graffiti and though they seem harmless, when multiplied by hundreds it becomes seedy and shabby. And of course no one ever removes these offending pieces when the time is over. The Larchmont Boulevard Association thanks you for helping us keep the Boulevard clean. We are planning the October Fair under the able direction of Betsy Malloy and Suzanne Phillips. Last year‘s event was an enormous success and loved by all, especially the children’s costume contest and the first ever Larchmont Got Talent. That is the future. Now there are so many wonderful summer fun items in the stores. Treat yourself to something new – you know you deserve it. The Police National Night Out was August the 2nd in the city parking lot. And what is coming soon is Hope Net’s Taste of Larchmont on August 22. Come, enjoy the fine restaurants on the Boulevard and support the most worthy and generous organization of all – Hope Net. And as always visit our members at www.larchmont .com. Adv.

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AREA CRIME REPORT (Continued from page 1) midnight. He then pointed a gun at the victim’s head, took his money and fled. PREVENTION TIP: Pay attention to your surroundings and don’t walk alone, especially at night. If approached, try to remember details that will help police with making an arrest. BURGLARIES: Jewelry was stolen from a home on the 300 block of N. Norton Ave. between 2:45 and 3:15 p.m. on July 5. The suspect broke in through an unlocked rear window.

Tools were taken from a garage on the 400 block of Beachwood Dr. between July 11 at 6 p.m. and July 12 at 7:30 a.m. The suspect cut the lock on a gate and pried open the garage door. GRAND THEFT AUTO: A black Mercedes S50 parked near the corner of Clinton St. and Gramercy Pl. was taken between July 23 at 7:30 p.m. and July 24 at 5 p.m. BURGLARIES FROM VEHICLE: Property was stolen from a car parked on the 500 block of N. Irving Blvd. between July 9 at 8 p.m. and July 10 at 8:30 a.m.

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Furnished by Senior Lead Officer Dave Cordova ROBBERY: A woman using an ATM on the 400 block of N. La Brea Ave. on July 20 at 6:15 p.m. was approached by a suspect. A struggle ensued, and the money was dropped. The suspect grabbed it and fled. BURGLARIES: A bicycle was taken from the garage of a home on the 400 block of N. Sycamore Ave. between July 6 at 9 p.m. and July 7 at noon. A jackhammer and other tools were stolen from the garage of a residence on the 100 block of N. Gower St. between July 11 at 6 p.m. and July 12 at 6 a.m. Property was taken and a home vandalized on the 300 block of N. Highland Ave. on July 13 at 10 a.m. The suspect gained entrance by kicking in the front door. A TV was stolen from a home on the 100 block of N. Larchmont Blvd. between July 22 at 6 p.m. and July 23 at 4:15 a.m. The suspect smashed a window and kicked in a door to break in. PREVENTION TIP: Keep area well lit and lock all doors, gates, garage and windows. If you are leaving town, put lights and a radio on a timer, and postpone newspaper and mail delivery. Install an alarm. THEFT: Tools were stolen from the 700 block of N. Cherokee Ave. on July 5 between

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9 and 9:15 a.m. The victim had put his tools down on the ground and gone a on break. GRAND THEFT AUTO: A white GMC was taken while parked on the 100 block of N. Citrus Ave. on July 13 between 1 and 8 a.m. A blue Toyota truck was stolen while parked on the 300 block of N. McCadden Pl. on July 21 at 9:45 a.m. BURGLARIES FROM VEHICLE: Tools were taken from a car parked on the 600 block of N. Orange Dr. on July 6 at 1:30 p.m. The suspect punched out the lock with a screwdriver. Money was stolen from an unlocked car parked in a driveway on the 300 block of S. Lucerne Blvd. between July 7 at 9 p.m. and July 8 at 8 a.m. A purse containing money was taken from a car parked on the 500 block of N. Rossmore Ave. on July 9 between 1 and 7:30 a.m. The driver’s side passenger window was broken to gain entry. A gun and some money were stolen from a car parked on the 800 block of N. La Brea Ave. on July 12 between 5:45 and 6 p.m. An iPod Touch was stolen from a car parked on the 500 block of N. Lucerne Blvd. on July 16 between midnight and 8 a.m. The passenger side window was smashed. Camera and computer equipment were stolen from a car parked near the corner of Melrose Ave. and Orange Dr. on July 17 between 10:30 and 10:45 a.m. The convertible top was cut open to gain entry. A wallet and other property was stolen from a car parked near the corner of Clinton St. and Lucerne Ave. on July 19 at 3:45 p.m. The suspects smashed the front window to break into the car. An AM/FM radio and other electronic equipment were taken from a car parked on

Senior Leads Senior Lead Officers are the police department's liaisons with specific parts of the city. Each area in L.A. has its own, who is responsible for his "Reporting Districts" for crime. For general public safety issues like graffiti, panhandling or a rash of burglaries, you should call the SLO for your area. Keep in mind that they usually only answer their cell phones while they are on duty, so it may take a few days for the officer to return your call. Your Senior Lead can also help you set up a Neighborhood Watch for your area. the 800 block of N. Orange Dr. between July 20 at 8:30 p.m. and July 21 at 9:30 a.m. A purse containing a wallet and money was stolen from the trunk of a car parked on the 700 block of N. La Brea Ave. on July 23 between 1 and 3 p.m. 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. Graffiti Removal Operation Clean Sweep .............................. 311 Hollywood Beautification ............. 323-463-5180 anti-grafitti.lacity.org

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TOMS helps from new Larchmont locale

ONE MILLION shoes have been given to children in 23 countries, including the U.S.

Mycoskie was on a reality show in Argentina when he found many of the children lacked shoes. Since many schools require shoes, they couldn’t get an education. Walking bare foot also leads to injuries and diseases, said Mycoskie. Since last September, more than one million new shoes have been given to children in 23 countries, including the

Being Neighborly in Windsor Square We’ve survived Carmeggedon, summertime is upon us, and the WSA Board would like to pass along some favorite tips for keeping our neighborhood friendly, clean and safe … 1) If you see suspicious activity, report it to the LAPD. Senior Lead Officer Dave Cordova from LAPD’s Wilshire Division attended the last WSA Board meeting to relay this message: don’t be afraid to telephone. Even apparently trivial incidents are worth reporting, as prompt response sends the message that our neighborhood is on the watch, making it a less inviting target for crime. 2) Keep things tidy. We all occasionally have a garage sale, need a piano teacher, or unfortunately, have a beloved pet go missing, which makes us somewhat tolerant of signs and flyers posted on Larchmont and around the neighborhood. Please remember to remove any signs or flyers you have posted once your event has concluded or you have shared the information you intended. 3) Respect the municipal code. Keep your hedges trimmed, tidy and at or under the prescribed height limit. (Added benefit: no refuge for lurkers or prowlers!). Walk your dog on a leash, and pick up after your pet. If you’re constructing or renovating a home, don’t power up the buzz saws before 7 am on weekdays or on Sundays. Know the current DWP watering schedule and adhere to it. Not only will you avoid citations and fines, but your neighbors will love you.

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ters from LAPD Air Support, motorcycles, classic cars, L.A. Fire Dept. equipment and exhibits by local youth groups. In addition, there will be food, live entertainment, and raffle prizes and games activities for the youngsters, including a gigantic slide.

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Sheryl Turner took the reins of the Mid City West Community Council at its June board meeting. Also sworn in were Jeff Jacobberger, first vice chairman; Tim Deegan, second vice chairman; Charles Lindenblatt, secretary; Angela Guzman, financial officer. A presentation was given on a proposed universal valet parking program that would serve busi-

nesses on W. Third St. between Fairfax and La Cienega. Also discussed were activities surrounding a bike weekend in conjunction with the L.A. County Museum of Art to be held in September. The board voted in favor of a motion to support enforcement of city laws at the DWP facility at 8200 Beverly Blvd. that has long been a gathering place for day laborers.

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United States. Since 2006 the shoes have been available at retail outlets and on the company website. The Larchmont locale will be carrying most of the collection as well as the recently launched TOMS Eyewear, with hand-painted frames made in Italy. When you purchase the specs, again, you are supporting a child, this time with either a new pair of prescription glasses or needed medical attention, says Aiche. (He also owns Kicks Sole Provider, a fashion sneaker store, two stores down the boulevard.) Guatemala, Haiti and Uganda are some of countries where children have been helped by the business venture. A video in the store shows the shoes being received around the world by welcoming children’s smiles. Company employees travel to the various destinations to drop off the shoes, meet with the children and size their feet “… not only once. They follow through every six months.” Because the children will need shoes again, explains Aiche. Local charities will also be supported by store sales. After all, “Change always begins with a passionate group of locals,” reads the imprint on the glass frontage. TOMS Shoes, 143 N. Larchmont Blvd. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays. Classic TOMS start at $44.

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Beverly Hills BMW opens its new service facility in Miracle Mile Beverly Hills BMW has opened its service and parts department in a three-story building at Wilshire Blvd. and Orange Drive. The new facility, open seven days a week, has both underground and rooftop parking. The department has approximately 85 service technicians and handles an average of 170 orders per day. The facility handles service only; there is no body shop or painting on the premises. The car dealership moved its sales department from Beverly Hills to its new block-long building at Mansfield Ave. and Wilshire Blvd. in February of this year. The dealership had $137 million in revenue in 2010, and expects an increase this year, officials said. The city of Los Angeles will received one percent of the revenue in sales tax.

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Financier Kyle Pierce takes helm at Wilshire Rotary Kyle Pierce wants everyone to know how great the Wilshire Rotary membership is—especially during her term as president. “It’s kind of a neat organization,” said Pierce who joined in 2000 because she was attracted to the Club’s values of service and integrity. The international banker plans to “focus on attendance and the financial health of the club,” while working to “make everyone aware of [the club’s] importance.” She began her one-year term July 1. The Rotary’s annual holiday pumpkin patch and tree sale— both on Larchmont Blvd.— are great ways for the community to support the club, which in turn helps the community, said Pearce. She has served as secretary for four years and director of community service for three. Two of the many groups she’s worked with as a member which were near and dear to her heart were the veteran’s homeless group New Directions and Heal the Bay. Members of the Hollywood Boys and Girls Club and students from L.A. High were involved in a beach clean up with the latter. Besides local efforts, the 80-member group also supports Rotary International and its programs including Polio Plus, which works to eradicate the disease globally.

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Francis “Frenchy” Klosterman Francis A. Klosterman, better known as “Frenchy,” passed away at the age of 86 on July 12 from pneumonia and complications of Alzheimer’s Disease. A former Larchmont Blvd. resident, he also had three different offices on the boulevard, most recently at 444 N. Larchmont. The 10th in a family of 16 children. he was born on Dec. 31, 1924 in Remsen, Iowa. The family moved to Southern California settling in Whittier and soon after in Compton, where he attended Compton High School and Compton Jr. College. Frenchy once set a record for being the top newspaper delivery boy, and he and his brothers sold peanuts on street corners to help provide for the family. At Compton High, he was student body president, and played football, basketball and baseball. Frenchy held as a claim to fame catching teammate Duke Snider’s no-hitter against Beverly Hills High. During WWII he joined the US Army Air Corp. where two flight training mishaps forced him to jump from burning planes. After the war, he returned home to marry Betty Mae Orsburn; the couple had four children. Frenchy worked as an accountant after earning a degree from Southwestern University, and eventually opened his own accounting and business management company. He was preceded in death by his son Bob, and is survived by his wife Betty, sons Jack (Barbara) and Don (Ronda), and daugher Connie Klosterman-Kozlowski, brothers, sisters, grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Donations may be made in his name to the Shrine of St. Jude Thaddeus at www.stjude-shrine.org. StudentS are BaCK tO SCHOOL & COLLege

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NEW OFFICERS of the Windsor Square-Hancock Park Historical Society executive committee were recently sworn in by Ken Bernstein (third from the left), manager of the city Office of Historic Resources. Shown from left, Dan Lavery, Robert Ketch, Bernstein, Fluff McLean, Councilman Tom LaBonge, Carol Henning and Yvonne Auerbach.

Home, neighborhood earn Historical awards A home on June St. and a Hollywood neighborhood received Historic Landmark awards at the 35th annual meeting of the Windsor Square-Hancock Park Historical Society meeting June 25. The event included installation of officers and a talk by Windsor Square resident Pen Densham on his experiences

as a writer, director and photographer. The new owners of the Tudor Revival home on June St. are restoring the 1925 house designed by Clarence Justin Smale, architect. The other winner was Spaulding Square, a neighborhood of 160 homes featuring early Colonial-style bunga-

lows as well as period revival styles such as Italian, English, Mediterranean, Spanish, Prairie and Craftsman. The Square is named after California architect, Albert Spaulding. In 1993, Spaulding Square was designated a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ) by the city of Los Angeles.

Some of Hope-Net’s 14 food pantry sites are now receiving fresh produce weekly, thanks to new volunteers Rich Fiock and Will Decker. The retired businessmen have volunteered to distribute fresh produce several times each week. They arrive at the Regional Food to load free produce in their car or truck, and bring it to certain Hope-Net churches and temples. “The Food Bank is cutting back on some staples and the costs continue to rise,” Fiock said. “That’s why it is so important to get the produce to supplement what the pantries can offer. And it’s healthier.” “If we can find more volunteers like Rich and Will, we will be able to provide fresh produce to more pantry locations,” said Douglas Ferraro, executive director of the agency. Hope-Net will soon have its own flat bed truck, but it needs volunteers to pick up the food and bring it to the pantries. To learn more about volunteering, contact Ferraro at 213-389-9949 x10.

Taste of Larchmont Village (Continued from page 1) cle in the Los Angeles Times, the number of people seeking help from food pantries continues to grow, and local charities are struggling to keep up with rising demand. Last year, Hope-Net, an interfaith and community agency which operates 14 area pantries, provided food to more than 250,000 people. “For the economically poor in

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Libraries open on Mondays; have new service hours Los Angeles public libraries re-opened on Mondays beginning July 18 in the first stage of a four-year restoration of service hours made possible by voter-approved Measure L. The Public Library Funding Charter Amendment, approved by more than 63 percent of voters in the March election, increases the LAPL’s share of existing city funds to restore recently cut hours at

the city’s 73 libraries. New hours at branches, including John C. Fremont, Wilshire, Memorial and Fairfax, are Mondays, Wednesdays

and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. For more information, go to lapl.org.

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‘Bag It’ screens at Park La Brea The Clean and Green Committee is screening the documentary “Bag It” Sat., Aug. 27 at 7 p.m. in the Park La Brea Activities Center Theatre. The film is about a man who begins to investigate plastic wrappers, glass bottles and other packaging and how it

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Law firm taps Steven Guise Steven Guise has joined Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP as a Los Angeles-based attorney in its trusts and estates practice. Previously, Guise was a partner for more than 25 years with Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP in Los Angeles. The Hancock Park resident’s estate planning practice focuses on personal tax planning and charitable giving. Guise is a past chairman of the Employee Benefits Committee of the Taxation Section of the State Bar of California and Los Angeles County.

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Sting operations designed to curb prostitution in the neighborhood Councilman Report by

Tom LaBonge

trash-baskets were often seen filled to overflowing, causing an eyesore and health danger on the street. As part of the new 20112012 budget, I introduced a motion calling for the Bureau of Sanitation to take over the maintenance and collection of these white containers, as well as the green “Adopt-a-Basket” program receptacles. Sanitation has a goal of collecting trash at these sites two to three times a week. Increase in prostitution Finally, there’s another problem that needs some cleaning up. Over the past few months, residents in the neighborhoods off Western Ave. have been concerned about an uptick in prostitution in the area. My staff organized a meeting with the affected neighborhood groups: Ridgewood-Wilton, St. Andrews Square, Beverly Kingsley, Larchmont Village, Wilshire Center/Koreatown Neighborhood Council, the Wilshire Center Business Improvement District and the LAPD Olym-

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an increase in the last two months, and the LAPD has been doing vice sting operations in an effort to stem the tide. There have been almost two dozen arrests in the past two months. Police are also considering posting “No Cruising” signs in certain areas, which will give them another tool to ticket vehicles suspected of illegal activity. Residents should consider keeping their property lit

through the night to discourage prostitution activity. If you see suspicious activity, get a license plate or take a photograph, but don’t risk approaching the vehicle. You can call the LAPD Olympic Division station to alert police of the illegal activity. We cannot allow this criminal behavior to infiltrate our family neighborhoods and infringe on our ability to enjoy and love Los Angeles.

New kitchen, same ale and shamrocks at Tom Bergin’s Residents will get their fill of Irish coffee, ales and spirits when Tom Bergin’s Tavern reopens Tues., Sept. 6 at 840 S. Fairfax Ave. The popular tavern— opened in 1936—closed July 1 for renovations under the guidance of new owners Warner Ebbink and executive chef Brendan Boudet. The pair own Dominick’s in West Hollywood, Little Dom’s on Hillhurst Ave. and 101 Coffee Shop in Hollywood. Plans for the Fairfax site include retaining the tavern’s historic features, such as the Horseshoe Bar and autographed shamrocks on the walls. The kitchen is tapped for a major overhaul as part of the remodel, as well as a new roof and improvements to the parking lot. Former owner T.K. Vodrey will stay on as a consultant. He and Peggy bought the tavern in 1973 from Tom Bergin, a former-lawyer turned publican.

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“Build it and they will come.” The mantra behind new baseball fields came true at Pan Pacific Park when the Dodgers announced a new “Dreamfield.” Dodger pitcher Javy Guerra and former Dodgers Tommy Davis, Wes Parker, Bobby Castillo and Kenny Landreaux were on hand in July when the club unveiled plans for the park’s renovation. Included will be a refurbished backstop, fencing, new turf, dugout roofs, an irrigation system and a solar-powered scoreboard. The Pan Pacific Park Dreamfield is one of eight to be installed in the city. Sponsors are the Dodgers Dream Foundations, the LA84 Foundation and the city Parks and Recreation Department. The LA84 funds are from monies realized following the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles.

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Health care weighed at Chamber forum sicians should have patients’ records available electronically, she said. Healthy living can prevent many illnesses, the panelists agreed. They said the nation is facing an epidemic in diabetes and heart disease. The future

may be in house calls. Dr. Alex Foxman operates the Mobile Physicians Group, whose van is equipped with medical screening devices. “Our goal is to keep patients out of hospitals by offering preventative care,” said the doctor.

Breathe LA launches transit development discussion Travel alternatives and health-related issues were aired at the “Keeping the Mile a Miracle” Green Salon forum, sponsored by Breathe LA. Community leaders and elected officials gathered in June to discuss the future of transit-oriented development for Mid-Wilshire at Breathe LA, 5858 Wilshire Blvd. The panel included City Councilmembers Paul Koretz and Tom LaBonge; Jennifer Regan, AEG; Brian Cornelius,

Caruso Affliated; Jeff Jacobberger, chairman, Mid City West Community Council; Stephen Kramer, Miracle Mile Chamber of Commerce. Also, Neal I. Payton, AIA, Torti Gallas and Partners, Inc. and Neal Richman, Ph.D., Breathe LA (moderator). Panelists talked on how to transform MidWilshire into a transit-oriented district that encourages pedestrian and transit activity, while reducing the stigma of using public transit.

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The Fall Fling celebration is set for Sat., Sept. 17 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Belmont Village Westwood Town Hall, 10475 Wilshire Blvd. A DJ will spin tunes for dancing and refreshments will also be at the event, co-sponsored by Leeza’s Place and Olympia Medical Center. Free, but RSVPs are required

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Dougherty offers free cataract screenings In honor of National Cataract Awareness Month, Dr. Paul Doherty will provide free cataract screenings through August 31. Cataract is a progressive condition where the natural lens of the eye becomes cloudy

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Hobart property to gain Two-tower high-rise coming to Wilshire commercial building, park New life is expected for the long-vacant 2.2-acre lot on Hobart Ave. between Wilshire Blvd. and 7th St. The north half of the property has been purchased by the Hankey Group which plans a retail-housing complex. Don Hankey, principal, said his firm will erect a five-story building featuring 15,000 square feet of retail on the ground floor, topped by 240 apartments on the remaining four floors. Community park The board of the Community Redevelopment Agency approved a joint purchase land deal with the Hankey Co. to share the southern portion of the property for use as a park. The park, roughly one-acre in size, will provide numerous amenities including a picnic area, sports courts, fitness 2011.01. 24

Construction is set to begin later this year on “The Vermont,” a J.H. Snyder Co. twotower development at the southeast corner of Wilshire Blvd. and Vermont Ave. The $150-million mixed-use apartment complex will feature ground-floor retail and public open space on the twoacre property across from the Red Line subway stop. “We are excited to bring new life to this important intersection in the heart of the growing Mid-Wilshire District,” said Michael Wise, senior partner, J.H. Snyder Co. The Silver LEED-certified building includes a quarteracre central courtyard, 41,000 square feet for restaurants, and grocery, bank and other retail plus 77 public underground parking spaces at the dense intersection. The Vermont’s north and south towers will stand 22 and 28 stories tall, respectively, and include 464 one and twobedroom apartments. The design by Jerde Partnership architecture firm includes a lobby, pool and gym

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on the seventh floor, above the garage. Residents will also have a shared lounge-style workspace. As part of the project approved in April by the City Council, the developer will pay $1 million to a Community Benefit Trust Fund and build 96 affordable housing units in the vicinity. An estimated 1,500 construction jobs will be created for the project. Other Snyder projects include the Wilshire Court-

yard in Miracle Mile, the $300-million NoHo Commons mixed-use property in North Hollywood and the River Mall in Rancho Mirage. Completion of the Wilshire Center development is expected in 2013.

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Population estimated at 42,611 per sq. mile Population in the Wilshire Center/Koreatown area is 124,281, based on Dept. of City Planning estimates. Boundaries, according to the L.A. Mapping Project, are Virgil to Western avenues between Beverly and Olympic boulevards. There are 42,611 people per square mile, among the highest densities in both the city and county.

stations, playground and a community garden. The Hankey Group also is developing a five-story building at Wilshire and Hoover boulevards.

Marketplace mall to open on Western Avenue in 2012 Wilshire Center/Koreatown will soon welcome its third major shopping center on Western Ave.—California Marketplace—occupying an entire block at 5th St. and Western Ave. The three-story center will contain 80,000 square feet plus two levels of underground parking. The ground floor will feature a grocery market while the second and third floors will have restaurants and retail stores. The top floor will also have an open patio. The shopping center is designed by Gruen Associates, the architectural firm that also planned the Koreatown Plaza which opened at Western Ave. and Ninth St. in 1987. Completion is expected by the fall of 2012.

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Temple plans renovation, new classrooms Wilshire Boulevard Temple is beginning a multi-year, multiphase redevelopment project of the 3.9-acre block known as Magnin Square at Wilshire and Harvard boulevards. Work is estimated to begin after the Jewish High Holy Days in October, necessitating closure of the sanctuary for approximately 24 months and reopening for High Holy Day services in 2013. At the center of the Phase 1 $140 million project is the restoration of its famed greendomed sanctuary, a local landmark that is on the National Register of Historic Places. Founded in 1862, Wilshire Boulevard Temple is the oldest Jewish congregation in Los Angeles. Work has started on the redevelopment project that will encompass restoration, seismic and infrastructure upgrades of the historic structure. The ornate interior finishes will be cleaned and restored, including the famed Warner Bros. murals and the Kimball organ. Renovation of the 1929 twostory school building on Harvard Blvd. is planned along with construction of a new, four-story school building. Both structures will house the Erika J. Glazer Early Childhood Center and serve as the incubator space for the Richard and Geri Brawerman Elementary School East. The final proposed element is construction of a 500-space parking structure, with three below-ground floors and three above. At the 3.9-acre site along 6th St. plans call for a rooftop open-air play-yard on the top floor of the parking structure. The Karsh Family Tikkun

New housing for Southwestern Law School students Southwestern Law School’s Student Housing and Campus Improvement Project includes a 133-unit student housing complex at 7th St. and Shatto Place. The Groundbreaking is scheduled this year. Subsequent phases of the project will include the rehabilitation of the existing building at 3100 Wilshire Blvd. (the former Bullocks Wilshire building); the construction of a 450-seat lecture hall south of the 3100 Wilshire building; and the addition of a campus green. These elements are designed to enhance the campus and transform Southwestern from a commuter school to a more integrated academic community.

PLANS FOR Wilshire Boulevard Temple (shown in 1960s) to include sanctuary restoration, new school building and parking structure.

Olam Center is expected to occupy the ground floor along 6th St., which will house the Temple’s food pantry and provide space for other social service programs. The food pan-

try serves approximately 200 people/families with bags of food every Sunday. For more information and updates, visit the website: buildinglives.wbtla.org.

Funding approval to speed Wilshire subway expansion With the nexus of funding from areas throughout the availability and community County and beyond. support for the subway, the The subway extension projWilshire Center/Koreatown ect is slated to receive pararea is closer than ever to see- tial funding from Measure R, ing the “subway to the sea” approved by voters in November 2008. These become a real"Subway to the local funds will ity. be used to seek The Los Ange- sea" is closer than federal “New les Metropoli- ever to becoming a Starts” matchtan Transporta- reality. ing funds. tion Authority (METRO)’s Westside Subway Completion of the final Extension is one of its priority environmental and prelimiprojects. It will provide a high- nary engineering will make capacity, high-speed, alterna- the project eligible to compete tive for those traveling to key for these funds. destinations such as Miracle The Long Range TransporMile, Beverly Hills, Century tation Plan for Los Angeles City and Westwood, including County commits $4.2 billion the UCLA campus. More than (in 2009 dollars) over the next 300,000 people travel into the 30 years to building the projWestside every day for work ect.

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Agency is engine that fuels area improvements, housing, parks The area in the heart of the 16-mile Wilshire Boulevard corridor has been undergoing a resurgence led by the Community Redevelopment Agen-

cy of the city of Los Angeles (CRA). In 1995, after the civil unrest plagued parts of the Wilshire Center/Koreatown area, the CRA selected this

community as one of its 32 areas for redevelopment. CRA created the 1,207-acre Wilshire Center/Koreatown project to promote business

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expansion, create a mix of housing options and develop public improvements. The agency has contributed to the construction or rehabilitation of 350 housing units during the past five years. Two parks are in the works. A one-acre park has been proposed at Hobart Ave. and 7th St. Another park will be incorporated at a retail development by Hankey Group at Wilshire Blvd. and Hoover Ave. A $19 million community center for seniors at Olympic Blvd. and Normandie Ave. is another CRA project and is expected to open later this year. CRA is also funding a $1.3 million new gateway sign in

the same area. The agency donated $6 million to the Anderson Munger Family YMCA for its health and fitness facility at Oxford Ave. and 3rd St. Michael Russell, operations officer for the Wilshire Cener Business Improvement District, said “The CRA/LA has been instrumental in bringing so many great projects to reality. From streetscape improvements to transit-oriented developments, affordable housing, sustainability programs and most recently, parks. Many of these projects might still be just ideas, had it not been for the investments and the hard work of the CRA/ LA.”

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“Emmy didn’t really want to go outside very often,” said her mother, Carolina Flores, “but everything has changed since we moved into our new place. Now, Emmy wants to go Tenant Representation family’s new apartment has out all the time and does it on Tenant Representation her own.” brought new-found freedom. The Hobart, built in part The $16.9-million Hobart with a $1.2-million loan from apartments are within the the city Community Redevel- Wilshire Center/Koreatown Contact Michael J. Dunn Contact Michael J. Dunn opment Agency, is equipped Redevelopment Project Area with entrance ramps for hand- in Koreatown. The neighborContact Michael J. Dunn (2 1 3) 580-1400 | www.dunnpropert y group.com hood has the highest populaicapped access. 1 3)208 580-1400 | www.dunnpropert y group.com Prior to their new home, tion density in Los Angeles. 1 2 00 Wilshire Boulevard,(2 Suite | Los Angeles, CA 900 1 7 1 3) 580-1400 | www.dunnpropert y group.com and herCA family had 1 7 The five-story Art Deco-style 1 2 00 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 208 | LosEmmy, Angeles, 900 lived for nearly eight years apartment building replaced a lshire Boulevard, Suite 208 | Los Angeles, CA 900 1 7 in a one-bedroom apart- 16-unit dilapidated building ment a few blocks down the was designed by the architecstreet that lacked a handi- tural firm Archeon Internacap access ramp. The build- tional Group. The new coming also had an old-fashioned plex increased housing in the elevator whose two doors had neighborhood, eliminated to be manually opened and blight and enhanced attracclosed, making it impossible tiveness and security of the 900 block of S. Hobart Blvd. for Emmy to handle alone.

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SHOOTING HOOPS at center’s new gym.

Center offers gym, tech lab, classes in Lafayette Park Local youngsters are enjoying the technology lab, gym and classrooms in the new addition to Lafayette Park Recreation Center, 625 S. Lafayette Park Place, The 11,000 square foot addition is a result of the partnership between Heart of Los Angeles (HOLA)., a youth group, and the Dept. of Recreation and Parks to provide academics, arts, recreation and athletic programs. The project originated from requests by surrounding area whose needs outgrew the 3,700 square foot senior center. The new rec-

reation center increases the number of neighborhood youth served in 2011 by more than 60 percent. Kids’ programs Summer activities include: a boxing class, lessons in Chinese martial arts at a karate class Adult classes An aerobics class, boxing class and instruction on the correct way to use weights are offered as well as free classes in weight training, boxing, aerobics and Karate. To learn more, call 213-3840562.

It’s back to school for kindergarten through 12th graders at Robert F. Kennedy Community Schools Wed., Sept. 7. Six principals oversee 4,000 pupils in the Pilot Schools Network on the grounds of the former Ambassador Hotel, at 701 S. Catalina St. The L.A.U.S.D. complex embodies the late Sen. Kennedy’s social justice legacy. He was assassinated at the site in 1968. The six pilot schools are: Ambassador School of Global Education—an ele-

mentary school for kindergarten through fifth grade. Ambassador School of Global Leadership—Sixth through 12th grade. The curriculum includes languages and interaction with professionals who work in diplomacy, education, public service, business and trade. Los Angeles High School of the Arts—Ninth through 12th grade. Students study with professional actors, directors, dancers and singers. Lighting, set, sound, and costume

WORDS TO LIVE BY. The RFK Inspiration Park fronts the Kennedy campus. Art works and text spoken by the late senator are features of the green space.

designers and technicians also teach at the site. New Open World Academy—kindergarten through 12th grade. Students view textbooks on line at this technological-focused pilot and multilingual instruction in English, Spanish and Korean that begins as early as kindergarten. School for the Visual Arts and Humanities—Ninth through 12th grade. Internships at local museums are among offerings at this college preparatory pilot. UCLA Community School— kindergarten through 12th grade school offers partnerships with the university’s students and faculty. “We have a lot of great talent here,” says Jackie Olvera, RFK Community Schools operations manager. The Ambassador Hotel opened in 1921 and was a popular spot among Hollywood’s Golden Age and U.S. presidents alike. The 500-room hotel operated for 68 years before it closed in bankruptcy in 1989. For information on the Kennedy Schools, call 213480-4500.

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Heart of Los Angeles (HOLA) has provided thousands of underserved and at-risk youth free after-school programs in academics, arts and athletics for more than 20 years. Headquartered at 2701 Wilshire Blvd., HOLA provides elementary, middle and high school programming for children and encourages leadership and personal development programs, said Tony Brown, director. For more information, call Brown at 213-389-1148 ext. 235 or visit the website at www.heartofla.org.

EVERY FRIDAY at the Wilshire/Vermont Metro station residents and employees check out the fresh produce at the Farmer’s Market.

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A fitness center, indoor pool and rooftop track are among the amenities at the YMCA to begin construction at 249 S. Oxford Ave. at the northwest corner of Oxford and Third St. The $14 million Anderson Munger Family YMCA facility is scheduled to break ground in the beginning of 2012. “The new YMCA will offer youth programs to kids in one

of the most densely populated neighborhoods in the country,” said campaign co-chairs Bill and Karla Ahmanson, Hancock Park. An array of recreation and health programs will be offered for 2,700 youth and families in the 29,000–square foot facility. Preschool, after-school and teen programs will be included.

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kalbi quesadilla at Beirgarten. Korean, German, Indian, Add some zing Watch the game on a largeItalian, Brazilian and Amerito meals can cuisine can be enjoyed at Electric Karma has a vari- screen tv while having one of The Levitt Pavilion for the Capt. Matt Blake, comsome of the many diners and ety for vegetarians and meat 25 beers on tap. 206 N. West- Performing Arts at MacArthur manding officer of the Olymrestaurants in the Wilshire eaters. Specials at this Indian ern Ave. 323-466-4860. Park continues with the HOL- pic Division station since it ~•~ Center. Below is a samAs children’s orchestra Aug. 7. opened in January 2009, has Charcoal heightens All concerts in the fifth been promoted to commandpling of what is availflavor at M-Grill able. annual Summer Concert ing officer of the Operations A small classic Brazil- Series are on Sundays begin- West Bureau, effective July 17. ~•~ ian churascara (steak- ning at 4 p.m. Concerts are Capt. Tina Nieto, former Kalbi Burger, house). The buffet is a free and open lawn seating is patrol commanding officer at hot and sweet mix of hot dishes and available. Kalbi Burger's unique Olympic, takes over for Blake cold dishes. Or try the Bob Baker Marionettes are as head of Olympic Division. approach to grilling is premium meats fired featured on Aug. 14, and Kid- The station, located at Verblending Korean barbeover an open charcoal dle Karoo’s Barnyard Bash mont and 11th St., serves cue flavors with classic pit and served at the puppet show is Aug. 21. Angus beef burgers and 217,000 residents who reside hot dogs. Choose from CAFÉ JACK provides nautical theme for diners. table. 3832 Wilshire Youth Talent Night on Aug. between the 10 freeway on the Blvd., second floor. 28 showcases poets, athletes south, Hoover St. to the east, toppings like pineapple, 213-389-2770. carrots, cilantro and secret restaurant include Nirvana and more. Beverly Blvd. and Melrose Ave. ~•~ sauces. Try the Seoul Burger chicken, a grilled chicken in The Levitt Pavilion for the to the north, and Arlington Comfort served up daily with sauteed kimchee. 4001 a coconut masala curry with Performing Arts at MacArthur Ave., Crenshaw, Plymouth Wilshire Blvd. Unit E., 213- chili. 8222 ½ W. Third St., Classic steak cuts, home- Park is near the intersection Blvd. and Gower St. on the made soups, seafood and sal- of W. 6th St. and S. Park View 738-7898. 323-653-2121. west. ads at Taylor’s Steakhouse lets St., across from the Park Plaza ~•~ ~•~ Capt. Blake will oversee six patrons unwind in Naugahyde Hotel. Fresh dessert A Biergarten stations, including West Trafat Novel Cafe booths, away from hectic A full calendar listing of artin Koreatown fic, Wilshire, West L.A., Holly At the Novel Cafe on Asian fusion eatery mixes everyday life. Desserts change ists and times is available at wood, Pacific, LAX and OlymWilshire, coffee and lemon- everything, from Hawaiian daily. 3361 W. 8th St., 213www.levittla.org, or call 213- pic as head of the Operationsade go down well with a tri- peanut butter sliders to the 382-8449. 384-5701 for information. West Bureau. ple berry cake, brandy tart or hazelnut cupcake. Or try the goat cheese and eggplant melt for something to munch. 3760 Wilshire Blvd., 213-388-3383. COMING SOON TO THIRD&OXFORD ~•~ King of New York (Pizzeria)! Known as KONY, this Ktown pizza place offers free delivery, online ordering and real New York-style thin crust pizza. Menu includes salads, sandwiches and chicken wings. Be adventurous; try the jalapeno chicken pizza. 301 S. Western Ave., #104, 213-252-0082. ~•~ A Titanic experience Watch for Cafe Jack is not just an Asian our fusion cafe, it’s an experience. Built in the shape of the TitanGround ic, the venue has lots of nooks Breaking to sit and enjoy photos and 30,000 SQUARE-FOOT FACILITY THAT WILL INCLUDE: artwork based on the movie. Have a pot of tea with one › Roof-top Basketball Courts › Group Exercise Studio › Running Track › Active Older Adult Class Areas of the many desserts or ices. For More Info Contact: › Youth and Teen Center › Child Watch Room KITTY GORDILLO › Youth Activities Studio › Parking Structure with 155 Spaces Free wifi. Open on weekends (213) 639-7542 › Personalized Fitness Studio › Aquatic Center with Indoor www.ymcala.org/hw until 4 a.m. 508 S. Western Warm-Water Pool kittygordillo@ymcala.org Ave., 213-365-8882.

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WILSHIRE BOULEVARD TEMPLE Historic neighborhood landmark is renovating and growing BUILDING LIVES Capital Campaign Wilshire Boulevard Temple, a fixture in the community since 1929, begins a two year renovation of its historic sanctuary in October 2011. During this time we will continue to offer our current and expanding programs, including our Parenting Center, Nursery School, Religious School, Torah study and other adult learning opportunities. And this fall, we open our new Brawerman Elementary School East kindergarten class at full enrollment. Through construction we will add a grade each year to our elementary school, continue feeding our hungry neighbors at our food pantry on Sunday mornings—as we have for over 25 years—and we will enhance our social services programs. Shabbat services will continue every Friday night and Saturday morning. We welcome you and your family and look forward to sharing this journey with you. Together we will enrich Jewish life and the City of Los Angeles. For further information, please call (213) 388-2401 and ask for member services.

ERIKA J. GLAZER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Now in its third year, The Erika J. Glazer Early Childhood Center has fast become one of the most highly regarded Nusery Schools in Los Angeles. We are currently running Parent and Me classes as well as a full day Nursery School program. The programs are based on a developmental approach and include a combination of Reggio Emelia, Montessori and High Scope philosophies. Applications are currently being accepted for September 2011 admission. Registration forms for Parenting Center classes are available on our website.

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Performing for troops is highlight of guitarist's career

BANDMEMBERS and manager with bassist Dan Lavery, left, and crew of a C-130 aircraft.

I was nervous,” said Lavery. “But my wife and I and my bandmates felt like it was important, and we felt like the military would take good care of us.” The group did a series of shows from June 12 to 23, starting in Kuwait. “Kuwait felt a little like Palm Springs… much calmer than Iraq,” he recalls. Lavery said that while the situation was as scary and dangerous as their previous visit to the Balkans, “there was just

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a whole different feeling here. The age gap between myself and the soldiers had widened, but there was this sense that these kids were taking care of us and we were looking to them for guidance.” The thing is, continued Lavery, “none of us in the band are from military families. I wasn’t destined to be a soldier. So this is my small way to contribute to the work that makes this country what it is. Whatever your political beliefs, the troops are over there doing what the guys we elected have decided they should do.” Lavery is humbled by the experience. “Of all the tours we’ve done, records we’ve made… this was absolutely the most rewarding thing. For those kids over there, it wasn’t really about the music, but just the fact that we showed up. And that makes me feel like I’ve done something important.” Since his return, Lavery has been on a mission. “I have made a commitment to myself to never forget.” To that end, he’s working to get the word out about ways to make the soldiers’ lives a little bit easier. “At one of the bases, I noticed some boxes with stuff like baby wipes, hotel soaps, coffee, chapstick. I asked one

of the soldiers and they said they really appreciate getting those packages.” Lavery learned that through the website anysoldier.com, “it’s so easy to send a note, a little package.” Additionally, Greenbeanscoffee.com offers gift cards that troops can redeem at its many locations on military bases. Since his return, Lavery has stayed in contact via Facebook with many of the soldiers he met, including those from the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment from Ft. Hood. “It just really struck me when I was there how young they are. But nobody is complaining, and they’re doing a kick-ass job.” At Greenbeanscoffee.com,

DIGNITARIES join Congregation Bais Naftoli celebrating its 19th annual breakfast. Left to right: L.A. County Sheriff Lee Baca; Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky and attorney Andrew Friedman. Sheriff Baca was awarded for his efforts in promoting tolerance.

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when I can top off my battery on Larchmont Blvd. and get some great food as well.” Since he just got the car, Ippolito plans to gather more data before approaching the city about installing the chargers. In the meantime, he’s enjoying his new ride. “It just feels good driving around and knowing I’m not doing anything bad to the environment.” He feels proud, too, that his kids “get it.” “Now my five-year-old points out tailpipes on cars and goes “hey, they’re using gas!”

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TO ATTEND BALL. Julia Carroll is among the 29 girls to debut at the ball in December.

Las Madrinas debs take hospital tour Young women who will be presented at the Las Madrinas Ball in December toured Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles recently to learn where the ball proceeds will be directed. They met with Dr. Theodora Stavroudis, director of the Las Madrinas Endowment for the Pediatric Simulation Research Laboratory. Debutante chairman Diane Hawley, Windsor Square, greeted the 29 girls who were guests of honor at a tea in June. Las Madrinas has been supporting pediatric medicine for more than 75 years through funds from the annual ball.

Transporation Legacy at Banning Museum Grand opening of "Improbable Gateway: The Los Angeles Transportation Leagacy," permanent exhibit is Sat., Aug. 20 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Banning Museum, 401 East "M" St., Wilmington. City firefighters will cook barbecue and hot dogs. Children's crafts, Victorian era entertainment and tours of the museum will be featured.

Author and artist Charlotte Dean has written her first children’s book, “My Crazy Baby Brother,” which she will be signing at Caffé Etc., 6371 Selma Ave. Sun., Aug. 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dean, who grew up in Hancock Park, attended Third Street and Marlborough schools. The book is a playful telling of whether or not a big brother decides to keep his new baby brother. Dean plans on making it into a series.

Hoag releases latest in thriller series Claudia Hoag will sign copies of the latest in her astrology thriller series “My Aries Secret” Sun., Aug. 7 at noon at Chevalier’s Books, 126 N. Larchmont Blvd. In the first book, “My Scorpio Soul,” the protagonist, goes to prison for murdering her stalker. In the new book, released from prison, Tempest is now an advice columnist for women and becomes involved in helping a woman whose husband is missing, Hoag said.

CENTER COURT at the Los Angeles Tennis Club broke out in a Flash Mob of 31 dancers comprised of club members and children along with tennis professionals. The mobsters danced to “The Time Warp” from the “Rocky Horror Picture Show.” Sue Klempner, club member, organized the event and was the dance instructor. The event can be seen on YouTube.com (Sue’s LATC Flash Mob)

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Fathers in the spotlight, plus expedition theme at museum On Fathers’ Day, June 19, neighborhood families toasted and serenaded dads at the Keniston Ave. home of Delores and Ben Oliver Kerr. The 250 guests were treated to a recital sponsored by African Americans for the Los Angeles Opera, a chapter of the LA Opera League. “I grew up listening to my father sing, so today’s program is dedicated to him and all Fathers,” said world-class soprano and Los Angeles Opera star Angel Blue. Accompanied by pianist Catherine Popovic, Ms. Blue sang a repertory that ranged

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the after-concert reception in the greatroom and the garden were: young artists from the newly opened LAUSD Performing Arts High School; Jade James, Reise Hooper, Victor and Joseph Ekpo; Opera League members Diane Gray, Michael Melton, Beverly Johnson and Shell Amega. Also, Karen Kerr James and brother Mark Kerr, Carrie Perry and daughter Michelle and LA Council member Jan Perry who did double duty at two Brookside events. *** Celebrating dad continued as Shar Penfold along with SOPRANO Angel Blue, center, serenaded Ben Oliver Kerr, and son Alex threw a 60th birthday his wife Delores at their annual Father’s Day Recital. party for husband-dad Robert at their Fremont Place home. Al fresco cocktails, hors d’ oeuvres and a fabulous jazz trio featuring Derrick Taylor on the piano brought friends, neighbors and Robert’s associates from Channel 9 Australia where he serves as their star anchor and investigative reporter. Among those enjoying crab cakes, deviled eggs and birthday cake: Melanie and Paul Boettcher, Francine and Ian Jack, Johnna and Jim McHugh, Cyndi and Steve Weeks, Cuchi and Alan Clark, Kelly and Tom Martin, Myrna and Richard HOSTING a party for husband Robert, is Shar Penfold. Blasberg, Betsy and Chris Blakely, Kathleen and Robert Barnes, Kristina and Alan Johnson, Christine and Hunt Lowry, Cassie and Joe Nelson, Oona and Don Kanner. Also enjoying the music and perfect weather were Dede and

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Chris Black, Mary and Gordon Roskam, Cameron and Robin Chehrazi, Megan Derry and Paul Robbins, Mace Neufeld, Peggy Bartenetti, Priscilla Wright, Laura Petrucci Carroll, Patsy Ault, Bebe Flynn, Brenda Bass, Mary Jaworski, Sheri Slagle, Gerri Kimbrough, John Winther, and Holiday and Chuck Macginnis with daughter Bliss. *** While the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge headed out of the June Street British Consulate for the Belasco Theatre downtown for the British Academy of Arts dinner, about 800 royal Angelinos did their stargazing in the new 14,000 square foot Dinosaur Hall at Los Angeles County Natural History Museum. The long-anticipated Dino-

saur Ball began with an expedition-themed cocktail reception, silent auction, and was followed by a dinosaur hunter’s feast at the main Museum entrance catered by Along Came Mary Events. Among those admiring the imposing new Triceratops, dancing and celebrating the $1.5 million raised that evening: museum trustees Betty J. Reddin, Mike Fourticq with wife Janet, and Ed Roski with wife Gayle, also Ball co-chairs Diane Naegele, Sandra Meeker Jensen, and Lynn Warner Brengel, LA County Supervisor Mark-Ridley Thomas, famed explorer Sebastian Copeland, NHM president and director Jane Pisano with husband Mark, and new exhibit curator Louis Chiappe. … And that’s the chat!

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school news Summer fun for the entire family at Farmers Market Free entertainment and activities especially created for families continue on Sundays through August at Summer Family Fun programs on Sundays at the Farmers Market, Third St. and Fairfax Ave. Kids can decorate crazy hats at a workshop on Aug. 7 from noon to 3 p.m. Mickey O’Connor Physical Comedy Superstar performs from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Youngsters will create animal arts and crafts with Kids for Peace or get their faces painted on Aug. 21 from noon to 3 p.m. The Party Animals Live Rock ‘n’ Roll Musical takes place from 12:30 to 2 p.m. For more information, call 323-933-9211 or visit www. farmersmarketla.com

PAGE STUDENTS performed whatever they liked in the recent show dubbed “Anything Goes” at the school’s Larchmont Blvd. campus. First graders did a Beach Boys number; second graders chose “I Love L.A.” Other grades performed hits by Chris Brown, the Black-Eyed Peas and Katy Perry.

WINNERS of National No Name-Calling Week’s “Creative Expression Contest” are Larchmont Charter students Nora Nilsen Healy, left, and Elizabeth Walker-Ziegler, above with principal Dolores Patton. Second-grader Healy’s diorama won first place from more than 1,000 entries nationwide. Fourth grader Walker-Ziegler’s poem, “Just the Blues,” was chosen as a runner-up. The contest was among activities aimed at inspiring dialogue about ways to stop bullying.

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Tie-dye scarves, decorate T-shirts, watch films at the library FAIRFAX LIBRARY 161 S. Gardner St. 323-936-6191 L.A. Quiltmakers Guild: Hands-on demonstrations in Sat., Aug. 6 at 10 a.m. The Miracle Mile Writers Club meets on Sat., Aug. 6 from 3 to 5 p.m. Teen Summer Program: Make tie-dye creations Tuesdays, Aug. 9 and 16, 4 p.m. Summer Reading Club for Kids: Finale with magic show on Thurs., Aug. 11 at 4 p.m. Teen Council: Have a say about what materials the library has to offer on Tues., Aug. 23 at 4 p.m. Job Skills Workshop: For ages 16 to 24. Learn the basics of getting and having a job. Practice mock interviews and obtain a Work Readiness Certificate on Thurs., Aug. 18 and

25 at 3 p.m. Ongoing Computer Comfort: Handson training on the computer on Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. Baby and Toddler Storytime: For ages six mos. to two yrs. on Wednesdays, Aug. 10, 17 and 24 at 10:30 a.m. Toddler/Preschool Storytime: For ages two to four on Wednesdays, Aug. 10, 17 and 24 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 3:15 and 4:15 p.m. FREMONT LIBRARY 6121 Melrose Ave. 323-962-3521

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tournament this year, all the Wilshire girls had a great time competing and are committed to continuing to work hard at improving their skills,” he added. Led by the strong pitching of Zoe Meinelschmidt, the 14U team played in three championship games, winning one tournament. The solid throwing of Gracie Newman and Cameron March took the 12U team to two championship games, where they also won a tournament. While the 10U and 8U teams did not play in a championship game, they won many games and made a strong showing at several of the tournaments, said Phillips. Jordon Trester threw for the 10U team, while the 8Us were led by pitchers Alyssa Acosta and Candace Malloy. Registration for the fall season for girls ages six to 14 ends on Aug. 25. The program runs from September through November. To register, go to www.wilshiresoftball.com

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Teen Council Meeting: Meet to discuss music, books, dvds and comics on Thurs., Aug. 25 from 4 to 5 p.m. Storytime with Sybil: Kids ages 3 to 5 can bring their parents and grandparents to listen to stories and sing songs on Wed., Aug. 10 and 17 at 10:30 a.m. Ongoing Kid's Summer Reading Club: Listen to different stories from around the world and receive an SRC prize sticker on Tuesdays from 4 to 5 p.m.

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Loss of innocence is theme of one-act play; ‘Dysnomia’ is engrossing Theater Review by

Patricia Foster Rye ley Schwartz) of a large faceless corporation. Ray, having been released from prison, holds a middle management job without much hope of advancement due to his past. What makes this play such an astonishing, evocative evening at the theatre are the performanc-

Festival for kids at Paramount The Hollywood Arts Council’s Children’s Festival of the Arts will be held on Sun., Aug. 14 at Paramount Pictures Studio, 5555 Melrose Ave. from noon to 4:30 p.m. Children can celebrate with a free, day long schedule of activities including face painting, art workshops and music performances from around the globe. Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck characters will be attendance, and food will be available for purchase.

The festival is presented by the Hollywood Arts Council. For information, visit www. hollywoodartscouncil.org

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The Art Deco Society walking tour of the Miracle Mile on Sat., Aug. 6 from noon to 2:30 p.m. begins at the Stiles Clements-designed black and terra cotta bank building at 5209 Wilshire Blvd. Go to adsla.org for tickets.

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of the closet, her family is profoundly affected: Buttonedup husband Henry (Trevor H. Olsen), delinquent teenaged son John (Ryan Stathos), precocious daughter Jodi (Isabella Palmieri) are each affected differently. Comic relief is supplied by best friend Carol (Jessie Warner) and husband Scott (Monroe Makowsky). Author Ryan has a great ear for dialogue and feel for dramatic structure. Themes of love, trust, and self-fulfill-

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What defines a relationship between two people? Blackbird, by David Horrower, is a two-character, powerful psychodrama that explores one aberrant twosome. Una (Corryn Cummins), 20-something, has sought out Ray (Sam Anderson), the man who sexually abused her when she was 12 years old. What follows during this intense one-act play is an attempt to define this relationship that has held these two people in its destructive grip for 15 years. The action takes place in a messy, claustrophobic break room (an excellent scenic design by Stephanie Ker-

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Riding the wave of success, Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo— the culinary misfits behind Animal (on Fairfax Ave.)—recently unveiled a seafood-centric spinoff on 3rd Street, and dubbed it Son of a Gun. As with Animal, Son of a Gun’s menu is composed of small and not-sosmall plates, with dinner items ranging in price from $7 (the lobster roll, a must try) to $25 (hangar steak with fried oysters and fries, or catfish with succotash and king crab). You might also try the brandade, an emulsion of salted cod, olive oil, and potato puree paired with toasted French bread. It’s absolutely delicious. ($13). Reserve a table in advance, or arrive early for a place at the communal dining table. 8370 3rd St., 323-782-9033. *** Dominick’s is an Old Hollywood institution that still

Head to Third St. and Fairfax Ave. where jazz and pop music are performed twice weekly at the open-air Farmers Market. The Thursday evening jazz series will feature Nutty’s jetsetter jazz on Aug. 11; Scott Martin Latin Soul Band heats up the stage on Aug. 18. Bill Watrous with Rob Stoneback play straight ahead jazz on Aug. 25. Friday Night Music will

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showcase Inca’s Peruvian sounds on Aug. 5. The Front Porch Band brings roots rock on Aug. 12. Enjoy country rock with Eric Heatherly on Aug. 19 or Brazilian jazz and samba music by Katia Moraes & Sambaguru on Aug. 26. The free concerts begin at 7 p.m.; bars, restaurants and shops are open throughout the evening. Go to farmersmarketla.com or call 323-9339211 for more information.

Korean Center to Wine tasting series host Tarfest exhibit held at The Grove The Los Angeles Art Association will partner with LAUNCH to host a juried art exhibition at the Korean Cultural Center, 5505 Wilshire Blvd. The show is part of TarFest, an annual event that showcases emerging artists, performers and cultural innovators over several weekends in the fall. An opening reception for the art exhibition is on Fri., Sept. 16 from 5 to 9 p.m. The show, which will be juried by Nancy Meyer, curatorial assistant of contemporary art at LACMA, runs Sept. 16 to 29. For more information, go to tarfest.com

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Taylor’s Steak House is changing the way it looks. Owners of the 58-year-old eatery at Eighth St. and Irola Ave. are renovating the exterior of the restaurant. “We will remain open during the work, and our interior will remain the same,” said Bruce Taylor.

Experience new wines at the Summer Taste Wine Series at the Grove, 189 The Grove Drive. The first Wednesday of every month through October guests can learn about and taste wines from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Live music and food pairings from Grove restaurants are included. Tickets can be purchased for $50 in advance at www.learnaboutwine.com.; $60 at the door.

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of Flicka when we talked with them. The family had just returned from Lake Arrowhead. *** Dallas Jerde of Kansas City will be getting her first tour of Los Angeles from her great grandmother, Kate Nunes. “It’s the first time I’ve seen her since she was two,” Kate told us at Baskin Robbins.

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treat. Forget the phony, flat 3D added in post production which substantially mutes the color, however, and see it in 2D with bright color. The Devil’s Double (8/10): Dominic Cooper dominates this compelling biopic in a double role as lunatic Uday Hussein, Saddam’s son, and his sensitive, enslaved doppelganger, Latif Yahia, based on Latif’s autobiography. The film has some excruciating

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scenes of torture and sadistic treatment of women, all the more disturbing because the truth was much worse than what’s shown. Lovely Ludivine Sagnier deftly plays Uday’s inscrutable psychologically tortured mistress and Latif’s forbidden lover. The Guard (7/10): Brendan Gleeson’s bravura performance highlights writer/director John Michael McDonagh’s talkative, comedic look at police corruption, murder, and drug trafficking in County Galway, Ireland. David Wilmot contributes a sparkling performance as a sociopathic killer. Tabloid (5/10): Director Errol Morris has Joyce McKinney, Miss Wyoming in the ‘50s with an IQ of 168, tell in her own words her tawdry tale of how she was pilloried by the British tabloids for kidnapping and raping her lover. This is a strange story about an odd woman told in sometimes black and white and sometimes color by talking heads and archival photos of

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Horrible Bosses (8/10): Laugh-out-loud funny, this is brilliantly directed by Seth Gordon, whose previous directorial effort was 2008’s entertaining “Four Christmases.” Jason Bateman, Charlie Day and Jason Sudeikis have the horrible bosses, Kevin Spacey, Jennifer Aniston and Colin Farrell, respectively. Why they are horrible and hateful is part of the fun. Suffice it to say that Spacey, Aniston and Farrell do wonderful jobs of creating characters that the audience can accept seeing permanently removed from the planet. But Bateman, Day, and Sudeikis aren’t the sharpest tacks in the box, and give scintillating performances as they bumble their way to try to get rid of their bosses. They all have their moments that cause audible laughter. While there is a lot of vulgar language in the film that might be jarring to some, it’s relatively inoffensive. Captain America: The First Avenger (8/10): Starting like “The Thing,” (1951), with people investigating the discovery of a mysterious crashed aircraft in an icy wilderness, this quickly segues into a flashback to Nazi Germany circa World War II with a supervillain, Hugo Weaving, combating Captain America, Chris Evans. While it’s all very comic-booky, director Joe Johnston has turned it into a proAmerican, entertaining action movie. Evans, Haley Atwell, his love interest, and Stanley

Friends With Benefits (2/10): This trifle is a pseudoromantic comedy about two people, Justin Timberlake and Mila Kunis, who take “lack of chemistry” to another level. One will rarely see more boring bedroom scenes, most of which seem to concentrate on each giving the other oral sex under the sheets. The supporting cast isn’t much help except for Richard Jenkins who gives his usual sterling performance and the beautiful and talented Emma Stone whose brief appearance barely qualifies as a cameo. Read full reviews at www. tonymedley.com.

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Hancock Park. 6beds/4baths/gourmet kitchen, bonus rms, landscape garden front and back. Shar Penfold 323.860.4258

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New vintage market opens at Hollywood High Open Market Place is the new vintage market being held on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hollywood High School. David Pilcer, market founder, said he wanted to create a high-end market for handmade goods, delicious food, live music, great people and an overall exciting and bustling destina-

‘HOTEL’ FOR visiting royalty was the hwme of the British Consul General in Hancock Park.

June Street home is host to Britain’s Duke and Duchess

The recent visit by Britain’s Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to June St. in Hancock Park put the home of the British Consul General on the map. The residence was built in 1928 for Erle Leaf, a wellknown contractor. Only one other couple, Madalyn and James Vai, owned the home from 1952 to 1957 when they sold it to Her Majesty’s Government. Architect Wallace Neff designed the home, translating the best of Mediterranean style into comfortable livability. Neff designed many of the most elegant homes between Pasadena and Westwood. Among his clients were movie actors and producers: Cary Grant, Darryl Zanuck, Groucho and Harpo Marx, Douglas Fairbanks, King Vidor, as well as leading businessmen such as Ralph Chandler and Edward Doheny. Neff was noted for paneling, moldings and other details. Most of his homes were built at a time when artistry and superior workmanship could be achieved at a reasonable cost. As with most artists, Neff had favorite trademarks he repeated from time to time.

Temple Emanuel hosts music festival Aug. 6 to Aug. 15 The Beverly Hills International Festival Sat., Aug 6 through Mon., Aug. 15 is hosted by Temple Emanuel, 8844 Burton Way, Beverly Hills. Young musicians will have the opportunity to work with artists in daily classes, culminating in public performances. Featured faculty include Israel’s pianist Hagai Yodan, Susan Greenberg, flute, Cyrus Forough, violin and Lily Afshar, classical guitar. The festival will include nine public concerts ranging from Jewish composers and popular Hollywood songs to world masterpieces. The concerts will start at 8 p.m. Each evening will be a different program.

The curving staircase with wrought iron balustrade resembles the design for one used in Picfair, the home he designed for Mary Pickford and Buddy Rogers. The conical chimney is similar to the one in the home of H.P. Buttress in San Marino. The exterior stair recalls a similar one in the Beverly Hills home of screenwriter Frances Marion. The entrance rotunda adds to the interesting layout of the house, concentrating all spaces and giving them privacy. Authentic English pieces of furniture include fine examples of Charles II, Queen Anne and Sheraton design. The fine quality wool carpeting is made by Brinton, an English firm. Ronald Chang Architecture has done design work on several renovations, according to the firm’s website—they’ve replaced an old addition, added a pool house, and remodeled the kitchen. Consul-General Dame Barbara Hay and the British government host “several thousand guests” at the house every year.

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Brookside party had it all THE ANNUAL Brookside Block Party in July had hula dancers and fire throwers. There was a pie-eating and a watermelon eating contest, bounce houses, pony rides, a petting zoo, a tarot card reader, a potluck, barbecue and a dessert contest. A live band, and a silent auction rounded out the recent summer celebration. Photos by Andrew Saul

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Summer nights sizzle with salsa dancing at Autry The evening air may be cool, but not the beats or the dance moves during Sizzling Summer Nights at the Autry Museum in Griffith Park. The Thursday evening series brings mambo, charanga and Afro-Cuban bands to the Autry Plaza; a salsa instructor is on

hand to offer complimentary tips to move your hips. Two dance floors accommodate both adults and kids. Susie Hansen Latin Band takes the stage on Aug. 11; Chino Espinoza sizzles on Aug. 18. Closing out the month is Oscar Hernandez

and the L.A. Salsa All Stars on Aug. 25. A taco and drink bar opens at 6 p.m., the museum and Autry Store stay open until 8 p.m., bands play until 9 p.m. For more information, go to theautry.org or call 323-2212164.

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Movie stars and early history helped shape San Fernando Valley “San Fernando Valley,” a new pictorial book, predates Mission San Fernando’s founding as an outpost of New Spain in 1797. Published by Arcadia Publishing, the paperback includes 200 images and text by author Marc Wanamaker. Divided into nine chapters the book covers the early subdivision of the Ranchos, development, motion picture studios and movie stars. The railroad connection to Los Angeles in 1874 heralded the Valley’s growth which was further helped by the opening of the L.A. Aqueduct in 1913. The Red Car trolley through Cahuenga Pass was constructed by 1913, and the Van Nuys Airport opened in 1928. Another one in Burbank soon followed, and by the 1950s, freeways crisscrossed the region. This vast expanse between

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the San Gabriel and Santa Monica Mountains was developed into farming and citrus orchards. Isaac Newton Van Nuys formed a partnership with Isaac Lankershim in 1869, which lead to an extensive wheat ranch and flour milling operation. As early as 1900 real estate

developers began subdividing “the Valley,” and by 1940 new cities were formed. Van Nuys, Burbank and Studio City, to name a few, were models of suburbia. The new Broadway department store at Roscoe and Van Nuys boulevards opened in 1955 with honorary mayorand-actor Walter Brennan officiating. Twenty years earlier the site was orange and walnut groves. The north, east, south, west and central valleys are represented with communities such as Tujunga and Sunland. A motel at the latter was the setting where Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert stayed overnight during a rainstorm in the 1934 film “It Happened One Night.” In Burbank, Lockheed Aircraft employed 24,000 people at its factory in 1941. During World War II, their numbers

would grow to 94,000. In Toluca Lake, a group of investors purchased 125 acres and subdivided the area. The first home on the exclusive residential development next to a country club, lake and park belonged to aviator Amelia Earhart. Bing Crosby and Bob Hope would move there in the 1930s. The final chapter is devoted to film sets and movie stars. The airport scene in “Casa-

blanca” was shot at the Los Angeles Metropolitan Airport, later renamed Van Nuys Airport. Silent film star Rudolph Valentino is shown in “Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse” at the San Fernando Mission. Cowboy Roy Rogers waves from his Chatsworth home, while Liberace stands at the keyboard tile décor of his piano-shaped pool at his Sherman Oaks home. The book retails for $21.99.

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USC grant aids children’s smiles on Skid Row

August 2011

New director at Zimmer heads camps, programs

Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children—the Foundation of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry—awarded the USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry one of its five Access to Care Grants recently at its annual session in New York. “This grant will help us to offer oral hygiene kits, instruction and dental treatment to homeless children living in shelters and transitional housing,” said Carol Parker, project manager at the USC School of Dentistry. An estimated 6,000 children and their families will be aided by the plan by participating in several Skid Row events during the year; it will also help provide oral hygiene kits at the annual Skid Row “Back to School Give Away” in October.

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Julee Brooks has been named director of the Zimmer Children’s Museum. In her new post she leads exhibits, guest services and educational offerings. She replaces Esther Shapiro, who had been director for nine years. Brooks also oversees new programs, including Camp Zimmer for Summer 2011 for pre-K through second graders, weekly classes for ages 1-8, and public programs free with regular admission. “Julee’s experience in arts education and her work serving young children, families and educators makes her a great fit for the museum,” said Esther Netter, president and CEO at the Zimmer. Brooks served six years as director of education at Nashville Children’s Theatre, ranked by TIME magazine as

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MUSEUM ROW

L.A. future, past; Burton, Sci-fi fest in Hancock Park; Friendship Day A+D MUSEUM—"ReThink/ LA: Perspectives on a Future City" includes photographs, interactive installations and personal narratives that point to the city's past, present and 50 years into the post-oil

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MUSEUM OF ART—Love takes on a grave twist in "Corpse Bride" Aug. 5. The animated "James & the Giant Peach" follows Aug. 12. "Alice in Wonderland" is Aug. 26. The Tim Burton films screen Fridays at 8 p.m. outdoors in the Dorothy Collins Brown Ampitheater in Hancock Park. Free. Visit the website for a full listing of events. •"Gifts of the Sultan: The Arts of Giving at the Islamic Courts" span the 8th through 19th centuries, and includes more than 240 works of art. Ends Sept. 5. • "Tim Burton" retrospective of the film director's works includes 700 drawings, paintings, photographs, movingimage works, storyboards, puppets and costumes. Ends Halloween, Oct. 31. • "The Sound of One Hand: Paintings and Calligraphy by Zen Master Hakuin," (16851768). Ends Aug. 14. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., 323857-6000; lacma.org. PAGE MUSEUM AT THE LA BREA TAR PITS—Free vintage movies are offered Saturdays in Hancock Park at the museum. Bring a picnic and a blanket. Discussion by science

RETHINKING L.A. at the A+D Musuem includes a collage of the L.A. River, "Under Pressure/Los Angeles Hydroways."

experts is at 8:30 p.m.; movies screen at 9 p.m. "The Valley of Gwangi," is Aug. 6; speaker is Luis Chiappe. "Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs" Aug. 20; speaker: John Long. "One Million Years B.C." Aug. 27; speaker: John Harris. Observe on-site excavation of Ice Age fossils from Project 23, daily, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tours daily at 1 p.m. of the Pleistocene Garden, tar pits, and Project 23, and at 2:15 p.m. inside the Page Museum. 5801 Wilshire Blvd., 323-

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Rossmore-Beverly building lost nine floors in Depression: Army to the rescue

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Blanca E. Acosta (323) 791-8208 APARTMENT BUILDING was completed in the 1940s.

hulk of the Beverly-Rossmore sat rotting across from the Wilshire Country Club, a sad and mute testament of the nation’s grim economic times and a notable eyesore in the upscale community. In the summer of 1937, dame fortune appeared to smile at long last upon the forlorn skeleton of the BeverlyRossmore with the announcement that financing to the tune of $810,000 had been arranged to bring the long moribund project to completion. Design changes A lot had changed in public tastes since construction halted in 1931, and the blueprints for Maltzman’s nowdated design were chucked in the trash and a new design by the highly-regarded Gilbert Stanley Underwood was commissioned, along with a whole new name. No longer would (Please turn to page 9)

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The following information was provided by historian Steve Vaught. In Hancock Park the section of Rossmore Ave. between Beverly Blvd. and Melrose Ave. is known as the Apartment Corridor. Presiding most elegantly and most dramatically over this district is W. Douglas Lee’s magnificent 1929 El Royale at 450 N. Rossmore Ave., the grande dame of the corridor. And, but a few doors down, is the equally magnificent Country Club Manor (1927) at 316 N. Rossmore Ave., designed by Leland A. Bryant. Good-hearted girl Found between these two glamorous and majestic building is the somewhat innocuous little 410 N. Rossmore Ave., a plain but good-hearted girl of an apartment house that cannot compete aesthetically with its stylish neighbors. But like the plain but good-hearted girl, one should not judge on appearances alone. Hidden beneath its bland institutional exterior lies a surprisingly dramatic and even bizarre history of how it came to be built by the most unlikely of sources. While 410 N. Rossmore Ave. was officially completed in 1944, she is, in fact, much older than she at first looks, actually dating back to 1930. In that year, it was announced that a great new apartment structure, to be known as the Beverly–Rossmore, was to be built at the cost of more than $1 million for developer Harry Feigenbaum. Upon its completion, the Beverly-Rossmore would take its place as one of the great apartment house structures of the west. Max Maltzman, fresh off his success in designing the nearby Ravenswood Apartments at 570 N. Rossmore (1930), was engaged by Feigenbaum to design the structure, which was to rise to the maximum legally allowable height of 13 stories. For the Beverly-Rossmore, Maltzman turned away from the sleek art deco of the Ravenswood and pulled out all the stops for the French Gothic, creating a dramatic and mammoth edifice. Construction begins, ends Construction on the massive apartment bloc began in November of 1930. In the summer of 1931, with four floors completed and nearly a half-million dollars spent, the project’s financing collapsed and construction ground to a halt. It was said it was just a temporary glitch, but it wasn’t. The financing that dried up stayed that way, and for years the mammoth uncompleted

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Dinosaur Hall exhibits appeal to both children and adults By Sondi Toll Sepenuk In the scope of life, there are relatively few things that appeal to both an adult and a four-year-old child with identical amounts of awe and wonderment. Pixar movies, flying in an airplane, puppies… Add one more item to that list. It’s the landmark, brandspanking new Dinosaur Hall at the Los Angeles County Museum of Natural History. I was lucky enough to preview this amazing new exhibit with my son Angus, and I can’t get it out of my head. The 14,000-square-foot permanent exhibition is the world’s only showcase to feature the growth series of the T. rex from ages 2 to 17 (the young adult skeleton is lovingly referred to as “Thomas” by the museum staff, named after the discoverer’s brother). The hall also features a Triceratops, a Stegosaurus, more than 300 fossils and 20 complete mounts of dinosaurs and sea creatures—and I’m just getting started. To look at the size and scale of those massive prehistoric skeletons towering over Angus, my four-year-old, was enough to take my breath away. My son was completely entranced. Throughout our

GETTING A GOOD look at some prehistoric skeletons is Angus Sepenuk.

tour, he clung to the tiny toy Brachiosaurus skeleton in his hand, and continued to gaze back-and-forth from the giants looming over him to

the diminutive piece of molded plastic in his grasp—the marvel purely evident on his face as it all sank in. The spacious, light-filled gal-

leries are a far cry from museums of old. Gone are the days of dark, dimly lit skeletons that required a follow-up trip to the optometrist. “In” are giant walls of windows, second-story viewing areas, skylights, and tons of giant murals and interactive, informational, handson learning stations that will increase your knowledge and amazement of the Age of Dinosaurs tenfold. There are no glass barriers and 85 percent of the exhibit’s fossils are the real deal. One of Angus’s favorite areas (besides the fossilized dinosaur poop, of course) was a sound station that allows visitors to hear a dinosaur’s actual “voice.” After choosing a button to push, a loud, bellowing sound came piping through the speaker. How did the scientists figure that out? By pumping air through the skeleton’s nasal cavity and “voila”—you’ve got the dinosaur’s voice, 65 million years later. Incredible. Luis Chiappe, director of the Dinosaur Institute and lead curator of the Dinosaur Hall, helped design the space over the past decade to “encourage visitors to ask the questions that the scientists ask.” Those questions include,

“What is a dinosaur? What was their world like? How did they live, grow and behave? And finally, what happened to them?” Chiappe points out that scientists “ask more questions than we can answer… there is still a lot to learn and we hope to inspire a new generation of scientists.” From the look of pure astonishment, wonder and curiosity on my son’s face, this exhibit is going to be a smashing success. I think they’ve found their first future scientist, and I couldn’t be happier.

Sci-fi, horror movies outdoors at Page Museum Bring your picnic blanket and cozy up to watch vintage sci-fi and horror flicks at the La Brea Tar Pits on Saturdays in August on the Hancock Park Lawn, 5801 Wilshire Blvd. A discussion by science experts begins at 7:30 p.m. Free movies screen at 8 p.m. A fame-hungry cowboy captures a dinosaur in “The Valley of Gwangi” on Aug. 6. “Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs” is Aug. 20. Rachel Welch plays a beautiful cavewoman in “One Million Years B.C.” Aug. 27. Screenings are

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ROSSMORE-BEVERLY (Continued from page 7) the building be known by the antiquated and dull “BeverlyRossmore.” Now it would be known by the sexy new name of the “Rossmore-Beverly.” Housing shortage It would take a world war to finally cause the completion of the long abandoned apartment house. The swelling ranks of the military were constantly on the move and between the soldiers and others returning to war production work, there came to pass a great housing shortage, particularly in Southern California. This problem became so acute that the Army stepped in and began looking for a way to help ease the crisis. Popping up on their radar was the gigantic unfinished apartment house at 410 N. Rossmore Ave. Seeing four stories already structurally completed, the Army Corps of Engineers believed they could quickly rework the site with just what was already finished and have the building open in double time. The order of the day for the Army was, of course, speed not aesthetic beauty, with their design on a far more modest scale than either Maltzman’s or Underwood’s. But by chop-

ping the grand double height public rooms into two separate floors, the Army was still able to create 78 spacious apartments in less than half the floor height of either previous design. And while the simple, somewhat deco exterior may have looked vaguely like a hospital, the Army Corps of Engineers managed to do something no one else had ever been able to do before, and that was to actually complete 410 N. Rossmore Ave. Today, 410 N. Rossmore Ave. leads a quiet, dignified exis-

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Hop aboard the Queen Mary for Art Deco festival Cruise through the Art Deco Festival aboard the Queen Mary for a long weekend getaway from Fri., Sept 2 to Mon., Sept. 5. The weekend will feature tours of the former ocean liner, lectures, the Art Deco Bazaar, a grand ball and a tea dance. The event is sponsored by the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles.

Also on the Art Deco Society’s calendar is its monthly cocktail event at the Basement Tavern at the Victorian House on Fri., Aug. 12 in Santa Monica, 2907 Main St. From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., cocktails and Happy Hour specialty pizzas will be served at the believed ghostly Victorian house. For more information, go to www.adsla.org.

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cacti, herbal body kits at Arboretum The Huntington offers music, Concerts, Music from Broadway and introduction to permaculture body care products at home Hollywood, cacti and succu- class taught on Sat., Aug. 27 with Caitlin Bergman on whimsy, tropical flowers lents, yoga in the garden and from 10 a.m. to noon. Stu- Sun., Aug. 28 from 4 to 7 p.m. creating body care products at home are all featured at the L.A. County Arboretum & Botanic Gardens at 301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia. Maestro Vener and the Cal Phil Orchestra play the music of Rodgers & Hammerstein, featuring the Cal Phil Chorale and Maestra Marya Basaraba on Sat., Aug. 6 at 7:30 p.m. Come at 5:30 p.m. for live jazz and dining before the performance. Yoga in the garden continues on Thursdays, Aug. 11, 18 and 25 at 10:45 a.m. with instructor Candyce Columbus. Begin with a warm up stroll before the hour-long class. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel. Pre-registration preferred. The Inter-City Cactus Show and Sale, sponsored by the Los Angeles, Long Beach and San Gabrial Valley Cactus and Succulent Societies takes place on Sat., Aug. 13 and Sun., Aug. 14 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Show includes seminars on native habitat and drought resistant gardens. Discover gardening with nature and not against in an

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Hummingbird mamas scour gardens for nesting materials and food every branch there is a ready supply of nectar for mama rufous and aromatherapy to calm her fussy baby birds. All morning she is flying to the nest carrying things in her long skinny beak. I sit quietly on the porch and unobtrusively observe the process. While she’s away looking for building materials, I sneak a peek at the nest. It is one-third formed: a tiny, plush woven bowl. I run in the house and station myself with my camera at an open window situated less than four feet away from the nest! While I watch and snap pictures she returns. Her beak, looking like a long sharp darning needle makes figure eight maneuvers pushing and pulling a gossamer thread. Her little legs are smoothing

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PERCHED on Michelia champaca blooms is a hummingbird nest made of grasses, scraps of mulch, feathers and flower petals. Holding it together are silky threads from spider webs.

the bottom of the nest, making it soft and cushiony for the eggs. I hurry to download the photos, and zoom in on the images to get a closer look. I can see the details of the nest: wispy native grasses, scraps of mulch, cottony butterfly weed seeds, downy feathers and white feverfew petals. Holding the nest together, and tacking it onto the branch are silky threads stolen from spider webs. The tensile strength and elasticity of spider silk

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borns, and finally to a “bigbird-bed” for two (there are typically two eggs laid). By the time the babies fly off, the nest will have stretched and flattened out, but with a bit of renovation, will be sturdy enough to be re-used again next year! Every bit of building material in this nest can be traced to my garden! It appears there’s a veritable “Home Depot” for nesting birds in my front and back yards. There are water and nesting materials right there on the garden “shelves;” native penstemons and California fuschias, provide the healthy version of a snack bar—all of it free of charge. I can’t wait to see my first grandbaby hummers! I only wish I could find a way to bottle this feeling I have every time I look at the nest; it’s my very own brand of “Joy!” View gardens designed by Mayita Dinos at mayitadinos. com.

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By Susan Isaacs This month’s plan was to give you a glowing progress report on my rescue dog, Layla, who has lived with me for three months now. Well, half the report is glowing at any rate! Some highlights: She lets me sleep till 8 a.m.; never begs at the table (just watches me intently!); lets me work at the computer for hours straight without pawing at me for attention; lies calmly in her crate on the back seat during car rides; goes to bed when I tell her to; loves being brushed; and is a model for other dogs at the dog park because she plays nicely and is considerate of the shyer and

smaller pooches. Layla had become quite a well-behaved apartment dweller. So before leaving for just a couple of hours, I would close off the bathroom and bedroom, and she was perfectly happy confined to the living room with a stuffed Kong toy to chew, watching squirrels through the window and plotting their demise. Then she contracted kennel cough, which is highly contagious to other dogs. All the activities that kept her and me on an even keel—fun nose work class, agility, daycare, the dog park and sniffing encounters with neighborhood dogs—came to a screeching stop. Big mistake, leaving her alone during her “isolation” period. I got what I deserved: an apartment strewn with

L.A. Future, past, Burton (Continued from page 6) engines, minimal passenger carrying capacity, adventurous mechanical specifications and a commanding presence. Ends Oct. 16. 6060 Wilshire Blvd., 323903-2277; petersen.org KOREAN CULTURAL CENTER—Post-Modern Artists Exhibition opens Fri., Aug. 19 and continues through Fri., Sept. 2 Featured are eight artists who are working at Korea, California and Hawaii. 5505 Wilshire Blvd., 323936-7141. www.kccla.org LOS ANGELES MUSEUM OF THE HOLO CAUST— "Café Europa: Portraits in Black and White" through Sept. 1. Photographer Barbara Mack's collection of photographs of Holocaust survivors are pictured holding artifacts

from their past, adding narrative to the image. Accompanying text by Jane Jelenko. Pan Pacific Park, 100 S. The Grove Dr., 323-651-3704; lamoth.org. Free. CRAFT AND FOLK ART MUSEUM—"Containers for Bug Collectors," a dropin family workshop, is on Sat., Aug. 13 between 1:303:30 p.m. $5 per participant (includes museum admission) Members free. • Art workshop for ages 10 & up, "Cardboard Sculpture with artist Ann Weber" is on Sun., Aug. 21 from 1 to 4 p.m. Fee $60; $50 members. Registration required. • "Ann Weber: Love and Other Audacities," exhibit of massive cardboard sculptures. Ends Sept. 11

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cracked CDs, eviscerated sofa pillows…and more. Fortunately, she didn’t swallow any of the debris she’d left in her wake. All by herself she had found more “creative” ways to release all that pentup energy. Back to the crate she went… Then what? We took longer walks. Instead of eating from a bowl, I made her “work” for her meals by pawing and nosing a treatdispensing toy to release the kibble slowly. We played hide and seek around the apartment. I hid treats in more and more challenging locations and let her use her amazing sense of smell to find them. If your dog needs a “job” at home, try some of these tips to channel her energy. Tired dog equals good dog! Susan Isaacs is the owner of the Well-Heeled Dog. To contact her call 310-248-2420 or go to www.wellheeleddog.com. • "Jennifer Angus: All Creatures Great and Small" features works of art made from a colorful array of insects. Ends Sept. 11. 5814 Wilshire Blvd., 323937-4230; cafam.org. Free first Wednesday of every month. ZIMMER CHILDREN'S MUSEUM—Sunday Family drop-in programs run from 3 to 4 p.m. and are free (in addition to the entrance fee). Bead Buddies Aug. 7 celebrates International Friendship Day stringing together beads of all shapes, sizes and colors. Carnival Aug. 14 features games with a community twist; Big Ideas B-I-N-G-O on Aug. 21 is about global citizenship, community responsibility and prizes! Gak Attack on Aug. 28 is for young scientists. 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 100; 323-761-8984, www.zimmermuseum.org.

‘Uncle’ releases bully; Dun was zealous collector

When we beg for mercy, why do we cry “uncle?” wonders John Moore. In pre-gang boy’s games, a tormentor would release his victim in return for being called “Uncle,” i.e. in return for being granted a title of respect, thus establishing the pecking order of the moment. This practice goes back to ancient Roman times where boys used the expression patrue, mi patruissimo (uncle, my best of uncles) to force a Roman bully to let them up. Over the years, like most things it was shortened to just “Uncle!” *** Why, when we press a person for an outstanding debt, do we “dun” them? ponders Jackie Preston. During the reign of Henry VII (1485-1509), there was a notorious bailiff (a public administrative officer of the king) in the shire of Lincoln named Joe Dun. He was so active and dexterous in ferreting out and confiscating bad debts owed to the Crown that his name became the generic term for vigorous collection. *** Why is a friend a “pal?” queries Tom Tatum. This term comes from the Lat-

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Zest for living motivates this ‘real’ Hancock Park housewife By Melanie Mulligan Guest Columnist As an antidote to the irresistibly bad behavior celebrated in TV’s Real Housewives of various locales, we are presenting the irresistibly good behavior of Jennifer (“Jen”) DeVore, Real Housewife of Hancock Park. A perpetual motion machine who takes multi-tasking to a whole new level, Jen is a wife, mom, daughter, community activist, neighborhood block captain and charity dynamo who still finds time to run, swim, ski and bake a mean rhubarb pie. One recent afternoon she greeted me at the door of her spacious, bookfilled home breathless and smiling, explaining that she was just whipping up a batch of cookies for a friend whose father had recently passed away. Tall, slender and fit, the former L.A. Times marketing

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and advertising professional laughs easily and often. With a cheerful manner, self-deprecating style and natural gift for putting people at ease, she appears very comfortable in her own skin. The house, built in 1926, reflects its owner—sunny, warm and comfortable and a little quirky. On the way to the

For two decades, the public has been bombarded with information about Stem Cell Therapy. It seems that no news channel can lose interest in this topic. Why? The answer lies within the idea of what a stem cell really is. Stem cells are cells that are undifferentiated – meaning they do not yet have an identity and still have the capability to transform into all types of human tissues. Imagine that a stem cell is a piece of clay. It has the possibility to be molded into any form that an artist desires. The artist can mold this clay into a tree, a car, or even a man.

kitchen she pauses to demonstrate how a skiing simulation machine works by hopping on the one sitting in the middle of the living room floor. (I soon discover that skiing is something of a family obsession.) Originally from Seattle, even with a B.A. from Yale and M.B.A. from UCLA, Jen still thinks of herself as a Northwest “granola girl” at heart. She says she was always a tomboy, and to this day has no interest in “girlie things” or new clothes—“only ski clothes,” she laughs. Growing up, her parents were always her “biggest and best examples.” They were community service-oriented, always involved and focused on what they could do to help and “give back.” It’s a legacy she’s attempting to pass on to her own children, 13-year-old twin boys Spencer and Alexander and their younger brother Nathaniel, 10. Jen works hand-in-hand with her sons’ schools, and appreciates their emphasis on service to others. The boys are taught at the family’s Temple that it’s a mitzvah to give back, and learn to ask themselves what they can do to make this world a better place every day. “They get that,” Jen says proudly. When Jen and her husband of 15 years, Marc Feinstein, bought their Wilshire Country Club-adjacent home in 1997, it wasn’t long before Jen became involved in the Hancock Park

Homeowners Association. Jen has been on the board since the kids were little (she now oversees all the other block captains and is the point person on emergency preparedness), and it doesn’t take much to get her waxing enthusiastic about HPOZs: “There are such architectural gems in our neighborhoods. It’s just fun to drive through Hancock Park. I’m devoted to helping to preserve it.” In past years, Jen, Marc and the kids were very involved in the annual day of community service called “Big Sunday” (which began as a “Mitzvah Day” at their Temple and grew to thousands of volunteers); more recently she’s devoted a lot of her time and energy to her association with The Ebell of Los Angeles, which includes the Ebell Club and the historic Ebell Theatre. Ebell Describing themselves as an “educational and philanthropic organization,” the Ebell was established in 1894 as a substitute for the university education that women were largely denied. Entering her second year on the board, Jen explains that the group serves as a wonderful educational resource for the community, granting $300,000 in scholarships every year. For someone with a selfdescribed “preservationist bent,” the opportunity to help spruce up the historic buildings in the complex (a national landmark done in Italian

Renaissance style), was too good to pass up and a learning experience: “I had never written a grant before and it was truly a growth opportunity,” she says enthusiastically. “It was great fun!” “Great fun” appears to be how Jen approaches all the challenges in her life. Her enthusiasm and zest for living are contagious and have a ripple effect on those around her. With all she has going on, how does she achieve balance in her life? “I’m a mom. The kids come first. That’s the balance,” she states simply. Unlike those notorious housewives of TV fame, you might say that Jen DeVore is very good at keeping it… Real.

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Her love of Windsor Village helped in preserving the neighborhood By Jane Gilman If you saw a little red wagon patrolling the streets of Windsor Village, Julie Grist was the person pulling it. “The wagon had our laptop, camera and other tools needed to take the historic survey,” explains the preservationist. Grist has been a sparkplug behind the realization of an Historic Preservation Overlay Zone for her neighborhood which is bordered by Wilshire and Olympic, Lucerne and Lorraine boulevards. It took three years to research each property and compose detailed information on each of the homes in the area, she said. “Julie Grist has been the driving force behind the creation of a strong neighborhood association in Windsor Village. She was also the catalyst for the creation of the HPOZ. There would not be an

Volunteers help with homework, mentor, plant trees The Boys and Girls Club of Hollywood has openings in the fall to help youngsters with their homework. Volunteers must be over 18 years old. Call Stephen Napolitano at 323-467-2007 ext. 104. *** TreePeople seeks those interested in maintaining a healthy environment. Volunteers can plant trees, help at tree care events, take photos, help maintain park headquarters or assist with fundraising. Commitment is a few hours a week or once a month. Call 818-623-4879. *** The Bresee Foundation is seeking volunteers for HOSTS (Helping One Student To Succeed), a language arts and mentoring program that pairs Wilshire Center area students with community volunteers. Commitment is one hour a week for one year. Call Amanda at 213-387-2822 ext. 111. *** Breathe California of L.A. County needs volunteers to help improve air quality and promote healthy lungs. They can assist at various events and festivals hosted throughout the year or help by spreading awareness about the environment. Call Deborah Maxwell at 323-935-8050. *** The Suicide Prevention Center of the Didi Hirsch Community Mental Health Center needs volunteers for the 24-hour crisis line at 4760 S. Sepulveda Blvd. in Culver City. People with good listening skills and a warm manner are encouraged to apply. Call Lorenza Loza at 310-7515353.

HPOZ that protects Windsor Village if it weren’t for Julie,” says Charlie Dougherty, past president of the Windsor Village Association. The tall brunette is quick to give her fellow workers credit. “The Historic Committee team who worked together to get our HPOZ survey through the various hoops and hurdles to make Windsor Village a historic district were Allison Sapunor, Holly Holyk and Ros Strotz. “Together we researched the history of the area, pulled original building permits, photographed each of the 306 individual parcels, catalogued architectural details of each home and submitted the results. “Working on the HPOZ project gave me an education in architecture,” she says. Julie’s talents lie in visual arts, and she has a studio/

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office in the backyard where she hones her creative work. She has set up the website for the neighborhood association, and is also developing literary apps for iPads and iPhones. Add author to her list of accomplishments. The Wisconsin native wrote a book for youngsters called “Flying:

Just Plane Fun.” “I wrote the book to give children a technical introduction to flying and how flight works. Most flying books for kids are about talking airplanes or what it’s like to go to an airport. My book takes a technical look at lift, instrument gauges, navigation and aerobatics, all in kid-friendly simplicity.” The book sells around the country, primarily at aviation museums like the Smithsonian’s Air & Space Museum. “I learned the information from my dad, who built a biplane.” A native of Appleton, Wisc., she studied abroad during her college years. Following graduation from the University of Wisconsin, she began her career in the Far East working for The Asia Foundation in Indonesia and the Philippines. Julie and her husband, Paul Holahan, met in college and were married in 1991. Paul is

a television director/producer with credits including “Without a Trace,” “Ugly Betty” and “Fairly Legal.” They started their family in New York City, but moved to Los Angeles a few years later. Both daughters, Megan and Cassidy, are graduates of Marlborough where Julie served on the Parents’ Council. Their son Sean is a junior at Campbell Hall. It must have been karma that led the family to Windsor Village. As Julie says, “I’ll never forget driving cross-country for weeks and ending up on Larchmont Boulevard on a Friday in 1991. We walked down Larchmont and felt immediately at home, then swung through the neighborhood and found the house for sale that we’ve lived in for some 20 years now! We’d landed in just the right spot, on our first day here in L.A.”

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Yoga practitioner reaches special needs children By Laura Eversz Limor Landau, a physical education teacher who specialized in working with special needs children, had practiced yoga from a very early age. So when she heard about the program Yoga for the Special Child, she was delighted. “It allowed me to combine my two great passions, helping children in need and yoga. “I was intrigued by the program. It seemed to make a lot of sense to use yoga as a means to communicate and help in the development of children,” she added. Since becoming a certified practitioner, Landau has worked at several early intervention programs. She also meets with children privately. Larchmont Village resident Elizabeth Aquino met Lindau more than 10 years ago when she began exploring alternative treatments for her daughter Sophie, who has a severe seizure disorder. “Recreational activities for children with disabilities are very hard to find, so when I read about Limor and about how beneficial yoga can be, I signed up,” said Aquino. At the time, Sophie was going through a very difficult period, not only with seizures, but with a near-constant agi-

through those sessions.” According to Landau, the program has four levels of learning and participation. The preparatory stage is for passive children who are unable to respond to the instructor. The inductive stage is suited for children who are beginning to show some signs of response to yoga stimulation. The interacPROGRAM ALLOWS Landau, above with tive stage marks a young client, to combine her passions for the beginning yoga and helping children in need of direct, active participation by tation and sleeplessness due to the child. whatever drug she was on for Finally, the imitative stage her seizures, Aquino recalled. is for those children who can, “The first time Limor came or who are attempting to, imiinto our house and worked tate the yoga movements. with Sophie, she fell calm- The sessions start with Lanly asleep during the relax- dau singing and clapping with ation period, flat on her back the child. “This is in order to with her hands at her sides. enhance hand-eye coordinaIt seemed a miracle at the tion, improve listening skills time, and I can still tear up and signal that the session is when I think about the sweet starting,” she said. songs that Limor sang to her Next, deep breathing exercises are performed, followed by asanas—or body postures—that tone specific muscle and nerve groups, benefit organs and endocrine glands and improve strength, flexibility, balance and coordi-

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“Launch Your Legacy” is the theme of the 85th anniversary year of the Junior League of Los Angeles. In keeping with the theme, the League donated its history through photos, meeting minutes, correspondence and scrapbooks to the archives at Cal State University Northridge. Among the many League philanthropic pursuits is its involvement with the Downtown Women’s Center, a lowcost housing facility. This year members conducted a “Love Your Locks” workshop with stylists and artists from KMS California Hair Care who provided one-on-one consultations. ”Healthy Habits,” which teaches how to prepare nutritional foods, and “Stories Abroad,” which encourages reading, are two programs the League sponsors at the Children’s Institute Inc., an agency assisting abused or neglected children. Among many other activities is the establishment of an Appointment to Boards and Commissions Institute, a training program to inform, educate and encourage League members to pursue appointments on various agencies. said Landau. For more information, call 323-559-4026 or e-mail limoryyoga@yahoo.com.

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It should come as no surprise that a former Rookie of the year would go on to be a part of the top producing RED Team at Keller Williams. Morgan’s innate ability to understand her client’s needs as well as the art of putting together a transaction is the foundation of her success. As a lifelong native of Hancock Park and Miracle Mile areas, Morgan’s personal network makes possible the pairing of people and properties.

Combine 10 years experience as a realtor with a Berkeley BA and a UC Hastings law degree and you get a realtor who uniquely offers the appropriate knowledge to ensure you make the right real estate decisions. After all, a sale or purchase of real estate is a legal transaction of usually great dollar value. Eileen’s clients return to her over and over again for their life -long real estate needs. Are you making the intelligent choice? Eileen specializes in the hills from Bel Air to Silver Lake and the flats in between.

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With extensive experience in interior & graphic design, influences from her Hispanic heritage and a passion for 20’s & 50’s architecture , Daniella’s progression into becoming a realtor was a natural fit. Being fluent in both English and Spanish has deepened her reputation as a multi-tasking, talented realtor within our community. Daniella believes in implementing systems and models while building a strong foundation for her clients. She finds that helping first time home buyers fulfill their dreams has been one of the most rewarding and inspiring experiences in real estate.

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With decades of real estate experience and multilingual skills Maguy is devoted to her clients by making customer service, honesty and passion her priorities. Maguy joined forces with Keller Williams Realty as her place of business, using a different approach: one that is built on personal touches, win-win deals and positive results. Utilizing the latest technologies, market research and business strategies, Maguy relentlessly meets her clients real estate goals and needs.

Born and raised in Hancock Park, Sheri is a business and law school graduate. Since launching her real estate career she has rapidly penetrated the market & became the top listing and producing agent at KW Larchmont in both 2009 and 2010. Specializing in Hancock Park & Miracle Mile, Sheri combines her positive attitude and energy with a commitment to your satisfaction and will expertly guide you through the process while negotiating as your personal and expert advocate.

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Community member has a vision, and she makes it happen at Bullock’s,” she recalls. “I By Laura Eversz Joanne Medeiros passion- have memories of the treeately believes that if there is lined streets and the magical something in your immedi- feeling of Hancock Park.” ate environment that you can Among her dreams in life were to be financially sucimpact, do it. “John Lennon said you must cessful and to live in a big old ‘think globally and act local- house. ly,’” said Medeiros. “I totally Medeiros, who is west coast regional sales director for Elle believe that.” One of the beneficiaries of Décor magazine, realized her that belief is John Burroughs dream when she purchased a property across the street Middle School. Larchmont from the Burroughs campus “As a child, I’d driven past Chronicles August at 2011 600 S. McCadden St. the school so many times with 05, my mom on the way to lunch It wasn’t long until she had

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turned her home into a warm and lovely retreat, filled with exotic pieces from around the world and surrounded by lush and peaceful gardens. But her view of the school grounds across the street was anything but beautiful. “It was muddy, barren, there was no grass or flowers, no place to sit, no real nurturing of life around the school,” she recalls. “It felt more like a factory than an academic institute.” Her mission began by simply picking up the trash. “It blows and carries… there were candy wrappers everywhere.” So every Sunday, from Highland to Hudson, Wilshire to 6th St., Medeiros, along with her gardeners, “were out there with our bags picking up the trash… just trying to keep it clean.” But things took off after Councilman Tom LaBonge asked a developer to install more dramatic landscaping around a new apartment building on Wilshire. “His office let us know that hundreds of plants being removed were available for free,” she recalled. A plan, created by Medeiros’ friend and landscape designer Carlos Antillon using the donated plants—from birds of paradise and agave to blue fescue and statice—was presented to the principal. "We were like guerilla gardeners,” she laughed. “There were a lot of layers of authority, but the school administration just

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had to learn to trust us. I think they finally just said to themselves ‘she’s not going away.’” “It all started in my little office,” recalls assistant principal Helena Yoon. “It’s so inspiring to work with an individual like Joanne who not only has a vision, but makes it happen.” With the McCadden side of the school planted, the trick was how to maintain it given the recession and district budget cuts. But Medeiros again stepped up by hiring her gardeners to clean, weed and water every Sunday. Things changed when the Windsor Square-Hancock Park Historical Society caught wind of the greening efforts at Burroughs. “They adopted our school, giving us more than $25,000 from their annual garden tour.” After that, everything switched into high gear, said

Medeiros. “It was like the fairy godmother waved her magic wand. “ Between the Historical Society, Disney—who Medeiros hit up for help when she learned they’d be filming a movie there—and bonuses from the district for the school’s raised API scores, the garden fund had reached nearly $100,000. A second phase included installation of full-grown sycamore trees that provide shade and highlight the architecture of the school that was built in 1924. Benches were installed, and a reading garden, complete with inlaid plaques with inspirational quotes, was recently unveiled using funds from last year’s garden tour. A masonry expert, hired by Disney, installed veneer for the front of the auditorium steps to match the building’s façade. Medeiros is quick to deflect any credit for the transformation. “It’s about community. It’s about the largesse of the Historical Society and their willingness to take a chance on me… about the school becoming a true partner. It’s about Disney who really responded,” she said. “If we all took on something within our line of vision, we could all make a difference,” said Medeiros, who witnesses the impact she’s made every time she walks out of her house. “I see kids and their (Please turn to page 8)

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Greener, more relaxing pace at Wilton Place, thanks to Mulligan By Suzan Filipek Next time you drive through Wilton Place, stop and smell the flowers and the lavender at two leafy traffic islands at First St., and at Second. Not long ago the triangleshaped corners were “a concrete jungle, screaming for green space,” said Kathleen Mulligan, president of the Ridgewood Wilton Neighborhood Association. The high-energy blonde spearheaded the five-year drive to remove cement and asphalt from the islands, and transform them to their rightful place as gateways to the federally-designated Wilton Historic District. To be sure, it was a group effort. Neighbors held block-long garage sales and they threw block parties. Grants came from the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council and the Windsor Square-Hancock Park Historical Society. But as the project grew bigger and costlier, the city budget was shrinking. For a time it looked as if residents would be carrying pails and taking turns hand-watering plants at the two sites. And, then like an angel from above, Carolyn Ramsey from Councilman Tom LaBonge’s office called Mulligan to say community redevelopment funds were found for the project. In the end there was a surplus resulting in some of the grant funds donated to a local school and to the Korean Youth and Community Center, which helps maintain the islands. Besides an automated sprinkler system, the $389,000 project paid for decorative pedestrian walkways at the traffic islands. “We’re hoping they cause people to slow down,” Mulligan says in her Wilton Drive home, a stone’s throw from the southern-most triangle. She couldn’t have done it without LaBonge’s office, she notes. Then again, the islands, which were completed in January, probably would never have happened without Mulligan. “Neighborhood groups can’t succeed unless they have tenacious, passionate and committed leaders like Kathleen Mulligan,” said Councilman Tom LaBonge. “Her energy and enthusiasm makes things happen and gets things done.” When the Boston native

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moved here from Chicago 11 years ago, she set her sharp judge’s gaze on her community…. after her plumbing and electrical wiring were redone. Her 1926 home “was a wreck. But it was a large wreck,” explains Mulligan, who had come from a spacious greystone off Michigan

Ave. Her new abode had probably been a Craftsman at one time, but several incarnations over the years have turned it into more of a Mediterranean. Graced with a 1920s Batchelder fireplace and high-coved ceilings, she is still remodeling, she says with a sigh. STREET LIGHTING With the traffic triangles in place, she is turning her focus to street lighting and crime prevention. She hopes to bring a vote to the residents to bring historic-looking lamp posts to lighten dark residential streets. And a neighborhood watch is in the works to complement an active e-mail alert system. “We have a nice neighborhood with one of the lowest crime rates in the city, and we want to keep it that way,” says Mulligan. “We’re like an old-fashioned community.” Neighbors look out for one

another. Another priority is a website the RWNA is expected to have up and running by the end of the year. When not working for her neighborhood, she is a judge representing federal employees versus agencies, such as Homeland Security, the Navy, Army and Air Force. “I represent everyone from letter carriers to rocket scientists at NASA.” She honed her skills working both sides of the aisle as a partner in a large Chicago law firm. When she settled here, she was appointed administrative judge with the L.A. District Office of the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Her judicial experience comes in handy with her civic duties which include being a board member of the Windsor Square-Hancock Park Historical Society and an alternate

representative on the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council. She is president of the Administrative Judges Association, an avid reader and has visited much of Europe and Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. At home she tends to her garden of tomatoes and cucumbers which grow among spices and more tomatoes in the front yard. And she walks her two dogs up and down the street to the neighborhood’s treasured triangles. When Mulligan moved here, she was perplexed that “L.A.— of all places”—lacked so much green space. In spite of its reputation as a “big industrial place,” Chicago is a sea of trees with pocket parks and hanging plants seemingly everywhere. Mulligan may be just what this city needs.

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Good Samaritan Auxiliary had busy year of support With the organization’s recently named slate of officers for 2011-2012 in place, members of the Auxiliary of Good Samaritan Hospital look

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creating an environment where they can relax, rest and work on paperwork. Pledges In 2009, the Auxiliary pledged $100,000 over five years to support the Campaign for Cardiology. At the June 2010 board meeting, they presented a check for $20,000, covering the first pledge payment, along with $37,000 in proceeds from their Valentine Appeal. Of those funds, $10,000 has been commited to restore the hospital’s historical 1928 Skinner Organ, $2,000 for All Souls Chapel concerts, $1,000 to support the Child Care Center and $5,000 for Junior Volunteer Scholarships. The Auxiliary also gave $1,000 to Good Sam for the George Stoneman, M.D./Outpatient Surgery Suite. 125th anniversary The Auxiliary published a special edition 2010-2011 membership roster marking the Hospital’s anniversary. It assisted with the 125th anniversary celebration held in the lobby, and handed out

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Project connects women prisoners with ‘pen pals’

More than 500 women are writing to females in California prisons. The volunteer effort, begun by Jeanne Pieper of Marina Del Rey, started in 2001 when she sent an inmate a Christmas card. “Being a pen pal to a woman in prison requires maturity as well as a good balance between compassion and detachment,” said Pieper. She advises volunteers in the Pen Pal Project to begin the first letter by introducing yourself and telling the inmate something about who you are, and what your interests are. Pieper said pen pal volunteers must be female and at least 21 years old. They can use the project’s post office box as a return address. For more information e-mail Jeanne@pieper.com.

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Alexandria House hosts barbecue; fundraiser planned

The back yard that includes a new children’s play area will be celebrated at the annual “thank you” barbecue at Alexandria House on Sun., Aug. 28 from 3 to 5 p.m. The event will acknowledge those who made the renovation possible at the residence at 426 S. Alexandria Ave. that provides transitional housing for women and children. Main dishes and drinks will be provided; guests can bring a salad or dessert. In addition, Alexandria House will celebrate its pride in the children and teens it has served at the Generations of Hope event on Sat., Sept. 17 at the Doheny Campus of Mount St. Mary’s College. To make a donation, or for more information, go to Alexandriahouse.org or call 213381-2649.

Polo tournament to aid youngsters A benefit at the Santa Barbara Polo and Racquet Club is scheduled for Sun., Aug. 21 at 11:30 a.m. The Assistance League of Southern California is hosting the annual Golden Mallet Invitational Polo Tournament. The match benefits the Learning Center for Young Children, which provides day care and a curriculum for children from low-income families. The cost is $125. For additional information, call 323469-1973.

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parents congregating there. I see how this community has formed, and how proud everyone is of it. “It isn’t at all about me,” she continues, “but about doing something right for the 2,000 kids who go to Burroughs. And it’s about creating a legacy.” Joanne, said her friend Antillon, was truly the catalyst that brought all kinds of elements together for the project. “She tirelessly managed budgets and contractors while serving as liaison between the school’s managers, LAUSD’s plant manager and the neighborhood to make sure everyone’s concerns were addressed. In the end, her goal that the beautification efforts would provide a welcoming environment to parents and students as they arrive at John Burroughs, and the community as they drive through the neighborhood, became a reality.”

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GUESTS DINED on traditional French fare created by chefs Thomas Keller and Chef de Cuisine Rory Herrmann at a KCET benefit in June. Shown here are Margo O’Connell, Hancock Park, and Marcia Hobbs, KCET board member.

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Bernard debuts book on Marilyn Monroe at festival Susan Bernard, Windsor Square, attended the 10-day Maureen O’Hara Classic Film Festival in Glengarriff, Cork County, Ireland, as a special guest to preview her seventh book, “Marilyn: Intimate Exposures.” The book consists of 125 photographs by Susan’s father, Bruno Bernard, professionally known as Bernard of Hollywood. The book will be published by Sterling Publishing in October. Forty of the images have never been published before, said Bernard. Also in the book is rare evidence denouncing

MAUREEN O’HARA Film Festival drew the actress and local author Susan Bernard, left

conspiracy theories surrounding Marilyn’s death. Bernard said the narrative gives rare insight into the mythology of Marilyn through her father’s handwritten notes, letters and journal entries from when he

first discovered Norma Jean in 1946 to when he took his famous “Marilyn in White” flying skirt series over the subway grate in 1954. During the festival, she also appeared on Irish television station TV3’s “The Morning Show.” Attending the festival along with Susan was her friend since they attended Bancroft Junior High, Rory Flynn, daughter of Errol Flynn, who was signing her book, “The Baron of Mulholland.” Bernard said “Spending time with Maureen, who is 90, still beautiful and full of fire, was a moving experience.”

Women of A ccomplishment Rebecca Fitzgerald, M.D. Dermatologist

TRIO WHO CHAIRED Friends of Robinson Gardens annual event included, from left, Sunday Taylor, Margy Hudson, Windsor Square; and Cynthia Fields. A tour of five private homes was followed by a garden party at the historic estate.

GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL AUXILIARY past president Colette Witt, left, introduced Simone Adams as the new president at a meeting held recently at the Wilshire Country Club. Following was a talk by John Fer, who related his seven-year experience as a prisoner of war in Vietnam.

STUDENTS HONORED. The Eschscholtzia Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution honored junior ROTC cadets at Manual Arts High School for outstanding community service and academic excellence. Attending were, from left, are Stephanie Boyd and Jan Gordon, students Ryan Welch and Antoine Irby, and Nancy Hooker.

As women we hear a lot about needing to find balance in our lives. But put into practice, what does it really mean? I think that often it’s an honest reflection on what’s missing for us. In order to make room for what we really want, we need to have the courage to say “no” to what we don’t. When I stopped and took several deep breaths I realized what I was craving most was something closer to home. I intentionally turned my focus toward myself and my family, my patients and incredible staff, and continuing to build a practice in this community that I love. All I have to do to see the progress we’ve made since I began my practice in Larchmont is to look around at my staff. Five years ago they were a few dedicated, eager, fresh-faced kids. And now they resemble my patients - some are now busy working moms striving to find balance like the rest of us. I continue to learn every day from the amazing women I see in my office, both staff members and patients. They teach me that learning to practice a little kindness, patience, and tolerance toward ourselves as well as others, strengthens and reinforces us, propelling us toward what we want to accomplish. We all have the opportunity to learn from each person we interact with every day. When we accept that every person has something to add, and each encounter can be a lesson, we are basking in examples of how to live more fulfilling lives. As multitasking busy women it’s often challenging to spend a fraction of the time feeling proud of our achievements in comparison to the hours wasted making apologies, feeling guilty and worrying that we’ve left things undone. Learning to say “no” takes a surprising amount of courage. So what did I say “no” to this year? For one I traveled less, for work that is, and I zeroed in on the professional opportunities that were most important to me. I focused on the speaking and teaching engagements with other physicians that feel most valuable. And here’s what I made room for in my life this past year: we have leased additional office space to include more patient rooms, we’re planning to renovate the front office and the waiting room to include an interactive area for patients to test out products. With more space we’re looking forward to adding additional staff members. We have made going paperless a top priority. We’re also continuing to conduct in-office studies for the dermal filler, Sculptra and the Obagi Medical Products. I also took great pride in being featured on Entertainment Tonight and at the More Magazine Reinvention Convention. And finally, I took a muchneeded vacation to Tulum, Mexico with fourteen members of my extended family, ranging from 4 to 80 years old. We stayed in eco-lodges at the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve where we snorkeled, swam with dolphins and even witnessed the hatching of sea turtles’ eggs. It was an exquisite setting in which to relax, reflect and reconnect. I’m grateful to the Larchmont Chroncile for focusing on women in this annual issue. It helps me to stop and consider what’s most important to me, and it reminds me just how much I LOVE practicing in Larchmont and I deeply appreciate being included with the wonderful group of women in this issue. So to them, as well as all the women of Larchmont - moms, daughters, wives and professionals - congratulations on achieving another year in the many and varied roles that we play. Visit www.RebeccaFitzgeraldMD.com or call (323) 464-8046. • 321 N. Larchmont Blvd, Ste. 906

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Sharon Barr has been practicing Chinese Medicine in the Larchmont Medical Building for eight years. She recently created a pilot for a Documentary series entitled “BoomerAngst”. Please visit Generationmepilot.com for more information. While Barr’s practice remains focused on Women’s health and fertility (a patient once quipped “she’s gotten more women pregnant than Schwarzenegger”) she enjoys treating anyone dealing with an acute problem or simply interested in improving their health and well-being. Barr is Nationally as well as State certified in New York and California. 321 N. Larchmont Blvd. Ste. 909 • 323 464 9099 • drsharonbarr.com

Marcie Bronkar Afternoon in the Garden Committee Design is my passion and my career, and I am proud to have opened Marcie Bronkar on Larchmont Boulevard. We feature my two fabric collections, Home Couture and Cloth & Paper, with a special focus on offering full interior design services. My work has been featured in dozens of magazines, most recently in Los Angeles Magazine’s “Hidden LA” issue and in California Home and Design. I attended the Rhode Island School of Design and Parsons School of Design and have taught at Parsons and LA’s Fashion Institute. One of my favorite projects involved working with curators at major museums such as the Musee des Arts Decoratifs in Paris to create fabric collections. My husband, Paul, son, Denis, and I live within walking distance of Larchmont. Denis is a senior at Pilgrim School, where I volunteer for the silent auction that is part of the school’s spring Garden event.

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Angelique S. CAMPen, MD esthetic Medicine Specialist and eR Doctor Angelique S. Campen, MD is a mother of three, an Emergency Medicine Physician, and an expert in the field of esthetic medicine. As a graduate of Marlborough, Georgetown University, and UCLA School of Medicine, Angelique is the assistant director of the Emergency Department at St Joseph’s hospital in Burbank and practices as faculty in emergency medicine at UCLA. She also owns an esthetic medicine practice called “The Best Kept Secret in Larchmont.” She offers in-home confidential botox and fillers (Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm, and Radiesse) as well as Latisse eyelash enhancement. You have likely seen many of her clients either on the big screen, TV, or along the streets of Larchmont, but you would never know it (with her talent for achieving the natural look.) In her “free” time she volunteers her medical services at the LA Free Clinic, is a board officer of Club 100 and the Ebell Womens Club, and member of Wilshire Rotary. She resides in Windsor Square together with her husband Chase, a realtor for Deasy/Penner, 7 year old twins Hunter and Paris, as well as 5 year old Scarlett.

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zations which include Larchmont women in their memberships. The listing for each club includes its name, number of members, officers, aims and meeting places. If your club is not listed in this section, please send the information to “Who’s Who Directory,” c/o Larchmont Chronicle, 542 1/2 N. Larchmont Blvd., Los Angeles, 90004.

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ALTRUSA INTERNATIONAL 626-799-3132. Ann Baum, president. 12 members. Meets 2nd and 4th Wed. Purpose: Chartered in 1938, serves and provides support to School on Wheels, Good Shepherd Shelter for Homeless Women, Braille Institute and Hope-Net. ANGELIC AUXILIARY OF THE CHILDREN’S BUREAU 213-342-0144. Ceci Dean, president. 40 members who meet three times a year. Hosts an annual benefit event in March. Purpose: benefits Children’s Bureau of Los Angeles, which helps prevent child abuse and neglect as well as protect, nurture and treat abused children. ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 323-469-1973. Wendy Overmire, president. Susan Brown Campbell, chief executive director. 700+ members. Purpose: Established in 1919 to provide comprehensive social services that address needs of children, families and seniors dealing with poverty. Local auxiliaries and their chairmen include: Anne Banning Auxiliary, Andy Goodman; Bookworms Auxiliary, Isabelle Prescott; College Alumnae Auxiliary, Mary Toolen Roskam; Hilltoppers Auxiliary, Barbara Pfister; Mannequins Auxiliary, Wendy Taylor; Nine O’Clock Players Auxiliary, Arlen O’Hara; PreSchool and Kindergarten Auxiliary, Yvonne Cazier; Founder Assisteens of Greater Los Angeles Auxiliary, Colleen Gold and Kimberly McCarthy. AVIVA CENTER STERLING ASSOCIATES 323-876-0550, ext. 2501. Andrew Diamond, president/CEO. 12 members. Welcomes new members throughout the year. Fundraising activities benefit Aviva Treatment Center for Abused Children, which provides care and treatment to abandoned, neglected, abused and at-risk youth and their families. BLIND CHILDREN’S CENTER 323-664-2153. Jennifer Brown, president of the 27-member board. Meets 3rd Mon. Purpose: Provide family-centered early intervention services for the child (infant–8) who is blind or visually impaired, helping children build skills and acquire independence. BRAILLE INSTITUTE AUXILIARY 323-663-1111, x3137. Vicki Liske,

Asst. V.P., Auxiliary liaison. Purpose: assist Braille Institute of America through fundraising and volunteering in providing free education and services to blind and visually impaired individuals, and inform the community of the works and services of the Braille Institute. CALIFORNIA WOMEN’S LAW CENTER 323-951-1041. Katie Buckland, exec. dir., Vicky Barker, legal dir. Purpose: work in collaboration with other organizations to protect, secure and advance the comprehensive civil rights of women and girls. CHILDHELP USA 323-465-4016, x2004, Sharon Sindell, president. Judy Jensen, Western Regional coordinator. 100 members. Meets every 2nd Thurs. except July & August. Purpose: meet physical, emotional, educational and spiritual needs of abused and neglected children’s group. Hosts Wonderland event every December, as well as other fun events at the Childhelp Merv Griffin Village. www.childhelp.org. COLLEAGUES CHILDREN’S INSTITUTE, INC. 213-385-5100. Alexandra Dwek, pres ident. 65 members. Nine meetings a year. Purpose: Supports Children’s Institute, Inc. with their work to help children affected by violence, abuse and other trauma. Fundraising activities include annual Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show, and operation of The Colleagues Boutique, a designer resale and vintage clothing store in Santa Monica, 3312 Pico Blvd. THE COLLEAGUE HELPERS IN PHILANTHROPIC SERVICE, CHILDREN’S INSTITUTE, INC. (C.H.I.P.s) 213-385-5100. Cara Leonetti Esposito, president. Purpose: support Children’s Institute, Inc. with their work to help chil-

dren affected by violence, abuse and other trauma. Fundraising and volunteer efforts include boutique fashion events, hosting special children’s activities, and donating and distributing toys during the holidays. CUISINE A ROULETTES 213-484-7128. Patricia Barnett, dir. of annual gifts and events. 140 members. Two general membership meetings yearly at St. Vincent’s Meals on Wheels, open board meetings monthly. Purpose: support St. Vincent’s Senior Citizen Nutrition Program, Meals on Wheels. EBELL OF LOS ANGELES 323-931-1277. Shirlee Taylor Haizlip, president. 400+ members. Luncheons on most Mondays, Oct.-June. Spring and Fall benefits. Purpose: educational, philanthropic and cultural. EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN’S FOUNDATION 310-845-8062. Lisa Kelly, dir. of development. Purpose: provide services for children and adults with developmental disabilities through schools and job training. Annual fundraisers: Spring Gala and golf tournament. FRIENDLY HOUSE 213-389-9964. Peggy Albrecht, executive director. Founded in 1951 as the first home for women recovering from alcohol and drug addiction in the USA. Purpose: provide an opportunity for women to recover physically, spiritually and emotionally from drugs and alcohol in an atmosphere of love, compassion and support. FRIENDS OF JULIA ANN SINGER 310-836-1223, x 419. Millie Ring, president. 300 members. Purpose: An outpatient division of Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services, supports learning disabled, autistic or abused children and their families at the Julia Ann Singer Center.

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GOOD SHEPHERD CENTER FOR HOMELESS WOMEN AUXILIARY 213-482-1834. Louise Phipps, president. Meets five times yearly in members’ homes. Purpose: assist at four centers for the homeless and raise funds. GOOD SHEPHERD CENTER FOR HOMELESS WOMEN, BOARD OF DIRECTORS 213-482-1834. William Dahlman, president. 33 members. Purpose: provide four centers for homeless women and children and act as a policy–setting body. HOLIDAY HUMANE SOCIETY 818-765-8196. Jeanne Anger, president. 350 members. Purpose: support kennel at 7301 Fulton Ave., N. Hollywood, for stray dogs and cats; find homes for pets; operate daily clinic. HOLLYGROVE 323-463-2119. Martine Singer, executive director. Purpose: a family-centered community organization serving abused and neglected children ages 0-18, and those at risk of abuse, neglect or in poverty. HOLLYWOOD WILSHIRE YMCA 213-639-7542. David Alamaraz, chairman, board of directors. Purpose: build strong children, strong families, and strong communities. Fund-raising activities for various children’s scholarships. HOLY FAMILY’S ADOPTIVE PARENTS 626-447-0922. Debra Quigley, events coordinator. 150 families. Executive board meets four times a year. Purpose: bring together adoptive parents from the Holy Family Services for social, fundraising and educational events. HOPE-NET 213-389-9949. Douglas Ferraro, executive director. 1,000 volunteers. Board meets bi-monthly. Purpose: help eliminate hunger through area food pantries and

to provide low-income housing to families and individuals in the Wilshire Center and Los Angeles metro area. JEFFREY FOUNDATION 323-965-7536. Alyce Morris Winston, founder and CEO. Annual fundraiser in May. Purpose: provide specialized services for special needs children and their families; includes typical children. JEWISH WOMEN INTERNATIONAL, AL JOLSON CHAPTER 323-936-0388. Rena Melikan and Arlene Epstein, co-presidents. 110 members. Meets 3rd Thurs. Purpose: support children’s home in Israel, Operation Stork, Battered Women’s Shelters and Anti-Defamation League. JUNIOR LEAGUE OF LOS ANGELES 323-957-4280. Barbara A. Wright, president. 1,200 members. Six general meetings Sept.–May. Purpose: promote volunteerism, develop potential women and improve the community through effective action and the leadership of trained volunteers. JUNIORS OF SOCIAL SERVICE 626-355-3461. Lisa Rogers, presi dent. 125 members. Meets seven times per year, Sept.-June at members’ homes. Purpose: assist the Sisters of Social Service in their works and Regis House. Annual fundraiser is the Candlelight Ball in Jan. LAS FLORISTAS 310-540-4960. Lisa Hansen, president. 50 members. Meets 2nd Wed. of each month, Sept.-June at members’ homes. Purpose: support children’s charities at Rancho Los Amigos Rehabilitation Center (including sports wheelchair program). Fundraiser each April is the Las Floristas Floral Headdress Ball. LAW ADVOCATES OF LOS ANGELES 323-465-1669. Pat Yeomans, president. 50 members. Three

The ebell of los Angeles An American Treasure Shirlee Taylor Haizlip, President

Over 117 years ago, a courageous group of ladies established an uncommon women’s club to enrich women’s lives. Since then, The Ebell of Los Angeles has continued to pursue its founders’ goals.

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Located at 4400 Wilshire Boulevard in Hancock Park, this 75,000 square feet Italian Renaissance-style marvel was designed in 1927 by Sumner P. Hunt and includes the legendary Wilshire ebell Theatre. The Ebell of Los Angeles is also a city, state and national monument, listed in the national Register of historic Places. Because of its stunning appearance, both inside and outside, The Ebell is a favorite location for movies and television series, as well as for weddings and parties. The dynamic membership spans five generations and reflects the vibrant diversity of Los Angeles. The Ebell strongly encourages women who are interested in a friendly, creative and constantly evolving social environment to join now. for additional information and membership call 323-931-1277 or check our website: www.ebellla.org

meetings per year. Purpose: support legal aid, child advocates office. Publishes bilingual law education booklet for high school students and other law-related philanthropies. LEARNING ALLY 323-664-5525, x 107. Rob Young, Dir. of Volunteer Development. 550 volunteers. Formerly Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic. Bi-monthly board meetings. Luncheon each November. Purpose: provide audio textbooks for students who are blind, dyslexic or physically disabled. www. learningally.org. LES AMIES CHILDREN’S INSTITUTE 213-385-5100. Sue Ellen Douglas, president. Purpose: support Children’s Institute, Inc. with their work to help children affected by violence, abuse and other trauma. Fundraisers include theater receptions, an annual holiday dinner and other activities. THE COUNCIL OF THE LIBRARY FOUNDATION 213-228-7506. Sharon Rising, president, Joyce Kresa, chairman. 366 members. Hosts special literary events each year. Purpose: fundraising and to increase public awareness of LA Public Library’s Central Library and 72 branch libraries. Invitation only. LOS ANGELES ORPHANAGE GUILD 626-280-6510. Alice Palermo, president. Holds general meetings five times yearly. Purpose: raise funds for Maryvale, LA’s oldest residential treatment agency for girls age 6-18 who are placed there by the court. FREEDOMS FOUNDATION AT VALLEY FORGE 310-472-8306. Diane Deshong, president. 85 members. Purpose: raise funds to provide scholarships to students and accredited teachers to participate in Foundation’s educational programs. Student groups study the U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights, and free enterprise on campus at Valley Forge. NGA, INC. 323-931-4885. Melanie Boettcher, president. Formerly the Needlework Guild. Meets monthly. Purpose: provide new clothing, shoes and linens to the homeless and needy. NATIONAL CHARITY LEAGUE FOUNDER CHAPTER 323-665-5981. Mrs. James Hassenfratz, president. Mrs. Stanley Vogel, advisor. 565 members. Purpose: mother-daughter philanthropy organization. Runs Ticktocker Thrift Shop at 9441 Culver Blvd. to support Learning Ally, and Head Start. NA’AMAT, USA LOS ANGELES COUNCIL 323-651-0981. Aviva Levine, contact. Approx. 1,100 members. Purpose: provide education and social services (including scholarships, childcare and battered women shelters) for immigrants

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Women of Accomplishment Patricia carroll President

Hollywoodland realty Patricia Carroll grew up in the real estate business as the daughter of Hollywoodland owner Ed Carroll. She is now president of the firm her late father operated in two offices, since the 1940’s on Larchmont Blvd. and Beachwood Dr. Patti actively works for preservation, and serves on the Land Use committee of the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council. She is a member of the Art Deco Society, SASNA and Friends of Hope-Net. She also commutes to Paris with her husband Mark where they are directors of international marketing for French Vogue and French Architectural Digest magazines. 554 N. Larchmont Blvd 323 469-3171 2700 N. Beachwood Dr.

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Your local the same I am 34 and grew up roofer right athere in Hancock location for over 80 years. Park. My“Experience son now attends Wilshire Preschool does make a difference.” which isCustomer the same preschool I attended as a satisfaction will bring you back to our child. I am FULL a blessed motherCOMPANY. of two. SERVICE During my “growing up” years, I Residential worked at& Commercial various stores on Larchmont Boulevard including My Favorite Place, Landis & 323-469-2981 • supremeroofing.net Mailboxes Etc. Several years ago, I1015 earned my general contractor N. Gower St., 90038 license, a WBE;8(a), and took over my father’s business, Shawnee Pacific. I have enjoyed working at Supreme Roofing with Doug Ratliff since 2004. Since obtaining my contractor license, I have developed a new respect and admiration for roofers! While at Supreme Roofing, I implemented a new safety and injury illness program with a 98% success rate. I am most proud of this accomplishment. 1015 N. Gower St. • 323-469-2981 © LC 0809

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LindaLee HiLL CLifford General Manager Yousen PLumbing ComPanY When you call Yousen Plumbing the friendly female voice that answers is Lindalee Clifford. She is general manager of the plumbing Co. at 507 N. Larchmont Blvd. She joined the firm 20 years ago and is my “right hand man,” says owner Kevin Perry. Born and raised in Hancock Park, Lindalee is a graduate of Marlborough School and USC. She has two daughters, Careylyn and Tracy and two grandchildren, Noah and Natalee. She served as president of the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary and has been active in the St. James’ School parent association. 507 N. Larchmont Blvd. • 323-467-7127

Lindsey M. CooMbs CEO Ms. Coombs heads MetroMD, a Hollywoodbased company which stands at the top of its class by introducing the latest medical technologies. Her goal is to introduce the American public to safe and ethical STEM CELL and Human Growth Hormone technologies. Ms. Coombs is presently establishing a charitable foundation for at risk children who require Human Growth Hormone Therapy or Stem Cell Infusions but whose families do not have the means. Ms. Coombs is a member at The Ebell on Wilshire, has built houses with Habitat for Humanity, and volunteers regularly at East LA’s Dream Center. As a graduate of UCLA, Ms. Coombs has since been working in the anti-aging field for 10 years. Alex Martin, MD recognized her talent and offered her a partnership with him at MetroMD where she is committed to educating the public on Stem Cell Infusions and creating medical miracles.

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Women of Accomplishment Head of School

St. JameS’ epiScopal School Debbi David has been a tireless advocate for educational equality and excellence, and is proud to have changed the world for the better, one school at a time. Mrs. David was appointed Head of School for Marymount of Santa Barbara. In five years she significantly increased Marymount’s standardized test scores; founded the school’s first Junior Kindergarten Program; established a pre-geometry program in the 6th grade; placed Smartboards in the hands of every teacher, mapped the entire curriculum; and ignited improvements in instruction through a program of research and development grants for teachers. Debbi is deeply honored to receive the title and embrace the challenges of being St. James’s next Head of School. 625 S. St. Andrews Place • Los Angeles, CA 90005 • www.sjsla.org

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Darnella DaviDson Band & Color Guard Director / Teacher los angeles HigH scHool For the past 24 years, Mrs. Darnella Davidson has been the instrumental music teacher at Los Angeles High School. Here, her performing groups have earned twenty-one consecutive Los Angeles Unified School District Band and Drill Team City Championships titles (since 1990), two Southern California School Band and Orchestra Association 1A Division Field Band Championships (2005, 2009), and three Southern California Drum Line Division 3 Championships (1991, 1992, 1997), In addition, her band and color guard has an extensive resume, which includes performances for corporate promotions, major Hollywood events and television. Recognized for her work as an educator, Mrs. Davidson was named “Grand Winner” of the 1994 BRAVO Award (sponsored by the Music Center) and has received commendations from various civic leaders including President Bill Clinton. She is a recipient of the NBC4 Crystal Apple and the Southern California School Band and Orchestra Association’s Outstanding Veteran Teacher Awards.

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SuSan E. DownEy, MD Plastic Surgeon Dr. Susan Downey is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who has been in practice for 22 years. Dr. Downey’s practice includes all areas of cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery including Breast Reconstruction, Breast Reduction, Breast Augmentation, Abdominoplasty and Body Contouring. Dr. Downey is nationally recognized for her expertise in Plastic Surgery after Massive Weight Loss and has been listed on the Best Doctors in Los Angeles since 1996. Dr. Downey has volunteered her time on over 15 international medical missions to repair cleft lips and palates as well as train foreign medical doctors in those procedures. This year she traveled to Peru with Women for World Health in April and will be a Visiting Educator to Ecuador in December. Dr. Downey has been a resident of the Larchmont Community since 1988 and is an active member of the Los Angeles Tennis Club. 321 N. Larchmont Blvd., Suite 800 • 323-468-0127 www.DrDowney.com

Lisa Graeber Director of Marketing

Lisa Graeber has been part of the Park La Brea family since January 2008. She is the former Director of Training for SARESREGIS Group in Irvine, CA and has been in the property management field for over eight years. Lisa is a graduate of the California State University, Long Beach and holds a BA Degree in Human Development. She is active in the California Apartment Association and is a member of the Regional Council for the LA chapter. In addition, she is an instructor for their CCRM (California Certified Residential Manager) program. Lisa is a native Californian and is a huge dog lover. 6200 West Third Street • (866) 677-0134 • parklabrea.com

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and the poor in Israel. NATIONAL CHARITY LEAGUE CORONET DEBUTANTE BALL BOARD 323-665-5981. Mrs. Sheez Jones (Melinda), ball dir. Purpose: National Charity League supports the Coronet Debutante Ball in Nov. at the Beverly Hilton; fundraising supports philanthropic projects of the National Charity League, L.A. Founder Chapter. ORPHANAGE GUILD JUNIORS 818-709-1751. Susan Frazier, membership. 40 members. Meets 12 times a year. Purpose: mentorship through activities and outings to residents at Maryvale, LA’s oldest residential treatment agency for girls age 6-18 who are placed there by the court. PATRIARCH ATHENAGORAS ORTHODOX INSTITUTE, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AUXILIARY 310-378-5672. Rosalind Halikis and Christine Haidos, co-presidents. 24 members. Meets six times a year. Purpose: affiliate of the graduate theological program at U.C. Berkeley. Provides scholarships for and promotes Eastern Orthodox religion. PEO, GU CHAPTER 818-755-4522. Gloria Droguett, president. 18 members. Meets the 2nd and 4th Tues. of every month. An educational organization that donates scholarships. PLANNED PARENTHOOD LOS ANGELES GUILD 213-284-3316, x3683. Stephanie Twerdahl, assoc. dir. of dev. 200 members. Three general meetings per year. Hosts two events annually: a food fair and shop for choice. Purpose: raise funds for Planned Parenthood Los Angeles. WOMEN’S CANADIAN CLUB OF LOS ANGELES 818-763-6623. Cynthia Robinson, president. 67 members. Meets for lunch 1st Thurs. of each month except for Jan., July, Aug., Sept. Purpose: support the Ronald McDonald House in Halifax, Canada and other charities in Los Angeles. WOMEN’S CLUB OF HOLLYWOOD 323-876-8383. Nina Van Tassell, president. 100 members. Meets six times a year. 1749 N. La Brea Ave. Purpose: advancement of women in the arts and in the community. WOMEN’S OVERSEAS SERVICE LEAGUE, LOS ANGELES 626-447-1462. Helen Finke, president. 25 members. Meets 2nd Sat., Sept.-June. Purpose: fundraising and to build awareness concerning the needs of women veterans overseas.

ARCS (Achievement Rewards for College Scientists) raises funds for outstanding collegiate science scholars. BANNING RESIDENCE MUSEUM VOLUNTEERS 310-548-7777. Delores Staxrud, president. 500 members. Meets quarterly. Purpose: to support the Banning Residence Museum. FRIENDS OF THE FAIRFAX LIBRARY 323-936-6191. Shirley Thompson, treasurer. 30 members. Weekly book sales. Meets 2nd Tues., Sept.–June. Purpose: to support the library acquisition fund and various programs, including the childrenís summer programs. FRIENDS OF THE JOHN C. FREMONT LIBRARY 323-962-3521. Ted Poyser, president. 4 members. Purpose: to support all functions of the library. Holds book sales on the first Fri. and Sat. of the month, and mid-month on Thurs., to support the library. Always looking for new members. HOLLYWOOD BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL WOMEN 310-674-3374. Jane Boyd, president. 25 members. Purpose: women helping women in and through business. Meets 2nd Tues. monthly. Call to confirm. HOLLYWOOD HILLTOPPERS REPUBLICAN WOMEN FEDERATED 323-466-1724. Esther Aboud, president. 35 members. Meets every 4th Mon. at the Assistance League. Breaks during the summer. Purpose: to promote Republican issues and to educate on propositions. LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS, LOS ANGELES CHAPTER 213-368-1616. David A. Holtzman, president. 500 members. Meets monthly Sept.-May. Purpose: non-partisan organization to inform citizens about government.

LOS ANGELES GARDEN CLUB 323-664-4677. Raymond Coty, president. 70 members. Meets 2nd Mon. of the month at Visitorsí Auditorium, Griffith Park at 9:30 a.m. Sept.–June. Purpose: to increase knowledge and love of gardening and support philanthropic causes. A different speaker every month. Silent auction in Dec. for Homeless Health Care Los Angeles. Garden tour in April. Flower show in May. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN BUSINESS OWNERS, LOS ANGELES 213-622-3200. Jane Pak, CEO. Madelyn Alfano, president. 300 members. Meets 2nd Tues. of the month for breakfast. Purpose: to promote educational and business interests of female business owners. NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN, LOS ANGELES SECTION 323-852-8501. Amy Straus and Ruth Zeitzow, co-presidents. Hillary Selvin, exec. dir. Purpose: to improve the quality of life for women, children and families and to ensure individual rights for all. Operates several thrift stores and a counseling talkline. NATIONAL ORGANIZATION OF WOMEN (NOW), LOS ANGELES CHAPTER 310-398-5805. Shelley M. Mandell, president. 1,000 members. Meets monthly Jan.–Oct. Purpose: to take action and support legislation that brings women into full participation in American life. DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, LOS ANGELESESCHSCHOLTZIA CHAPTER Stephanie Boyd, regent. 141 members. Meets 2nd Wed. Sept.– May for lunch. Purpose: promotes American history, education and patriotism. laedar.wordpress.com.

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fund-raising, support programs, research and education. CHEERFUL HELPERS FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS 213-387-7252. Jackie Sloan, president. 10 members. Board meets the 2nd Wed. of each month at 3300 Wilshire. Purpose: support the Cheerful Helpers Child & Family Study Center. CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES ASSOCIATES & AFFILIATES 323-361-2371. Bonnie McClure, chairman. 35 Guilds and Auxiliaries. Purpose: raise money for Children's Hospital. CHARITABLE CHILDREN'S GUILD OF ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL 213-742-1534. Sharon Herzog, president. 28 members. Meets 4th Thurs. of the month at Orthopedic Hospital. Purpose: provide volunteer services at Orthopedic Hosp. and raise funds for charitable programs. GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL AUXILIARY 213-977-2902. Simone Adams, president. 225 members. General meetings Oct., Feb. and May. Pur pose: support hospital via fundraising and public relations. JUNIORS FOR THE LEAGUE OF CRIPPLED CHILDREN 213-742-1534. Kim Hughes, advisor. 12 members, grades nine through 12, meet once a month, go three times a year to visit satellite clinic in Calexico and assist doctors, help entertain patients. LAS MADRECITAS AUXILIARY, CHARITABLE CHILDRENíS GUILD 213-742-1534. Laurie Schoellkopf, president. 90 members. Meets 1st Thurs. of the month, Sept.-June. Purpose: fundraising and volunteer service for Orthopaedic Hospital. LAS AMIGAS DE LAS LOMAS 213-742-1534. Lauren Perreault, president. 28 members. Meets 2nd Mon. of the month at 7 p.m. Pur pose: volunteer service for Orthopaedic Hospital and fundraising event primarily through annual horseshow in July. LAS NINAS DE LAS SERVING LA SINCE 1919 MADRECITAS 213-742-1534. Jacqueline McASSISTANCE LEAGUE® OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Guinness, president. 90 members, grades nine through 12. Meets 2nd Wed. of each month Sept.June. Purpose: provide volunteer services at Orthopaedic Hospital and in the community. Fundraising projects include spring fashion show and Christmas See's candy sale. Makes toys for Orthopaedic Hospital pediatric patients. SERVING LA SINCE 1919 LEAGUE FOR CRIPPLED ® assistance league of southern california CHILDREN ® 213-742-1534. Chris Wright ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA From ALSC members Roper, presi dent. 40 members. whose leadership and support Meets 1st Wed. of every month except July and Aug. at Orthomake a difference ALSC Logo and signature in 3 sizes as shown paedic Hospital. Purpose: aid are Pantone 314 plus black in the livesColors of 100,000 people in need crippled children and fundraiseach year. ing through the Jack-O-Lantern The logo (mark) is grouped and can be re-sized using Benefit held in Oct. 1370 North St. ANdrewS PlAce Scaling software such as QX Tools. of equal rights and reproductive TOWN AND GOWN OF USC Judith Pohlmann, president. 700 choice. Does not give referrals or members. Established in 1904. do pro bono work. Purpose: provide academic scholarships to students at USC. Contact through website: townand- AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY gownusc.com. 310-348-0356, x 3. Julie BrewsWILSHIRE ROTARY CLUB ter, director. 35 members. MulKyle Pierce, president. 80 mem- tiple committees, breast health bers. Meets every Wed. noon at and special events. 5731 W. SlauThe Ebell of Los Angeles, 743 S. son Ave., #200. Purpose: educate Lucerne Blvd. Purpose: encour- about cancer and prevention. age and foster the ideal of ser- AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY vice and high ethical standards DISCOVERY SHOP in business and the commuCOMMITTEE nity. Contact through website: 310-360-4891. Betty Maseda, wilshirerotary.org. manager. 35 members. VolunWINDSOR SQUAREteers staff and stock quality resale HANCOCK PARK HISTORICAL shop at 844 S. Robertson Blvd. SOCIETY Purpose: raise funds for cancer 213-243-8182. Fluff McLean, research, education and family president. 400 members. Board services. of trustees meets quarterly at AUXILIARY OF CALIFORNIA members' homes. Researches HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER and preserves historical infor- 213-742-5940 or 213-742-6377. mation of Windsor Square, Han- Co-chairs: LaVera Otoyo, Geri cock Park and Greater Rancho La Shaw, Barbara Jefferson. 125 Brea; recognizes landmark insti- members. General membership tutions and residences. Holds meets three times a year, 3rd annual garden party in the spring Wed. Feb, Mar. and Oct. Purpose: and home tour in the fall. info@ promote and foster welfare of wshphs.org. hospital and its patients. VolunWOMEN AGAINST teers comfort and cheer patients. GUN VIOLENCE BEIT T'SHUVAH 310-204-2348. Margot Bennett, 310-204-5200. Annette Shapiro, exec. dir. Ann Reiss Lane, found- president. 250 members. Meets er. Purpose: prevent gun violence weekly for shabat. Purpose: fundby educating the public, poli- raising and other support for procymakers and the media about gram that integrates faith, A.A. the human, financial and public and traditional psychotherapy. health consequences and dangers CARES AUXILIARY of firearms. 323-226-6941. Mindy Halls, presWOMEN LAWYERS ident. 200 members. Board meets ASSOCIATION OF monthly Sept.–June, except Dec. LOS ANGELES Purpose: support LAC+USC Med213-892-8982. Kay Ono, execu- ical Center by volunteer work tive administrator. 1,200 mem- and donations. bers. Board meets monthly. PurCEDARS-SINAI pose: promote full participation WOMEN'S GUILD of women lawyers and judges 310-423-3667. Lorette Gross, in the legal profession, maintain SERVING LA SINCE 1919 president. 2,000 members. Board integrity of legal system by advomeets at hospital or in members' ® ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA cating principles of fairness and homes six times a year. 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Women of Accomplishment Kym Guy

Marketing Director City View Villa Kym, the Marketing Director for City View Villa, has a passion for maximizing respect and love for older adults while striving to improve their daily lives. This passion is validated daily by seeing her City View Villa seniors happy and healthy and living their lives to the fullest with dignity and respect. She enjoys her position at City View Villa, an 83 suite assisted living facility near Hancock Park and Miracle Mile, with its magnificent panoramic rooftop views that are also shared by many suites. Kym commutes to the Hancock Park area every day from her home in Simi Valley where she lives with her 19-year-old daughter. She enjoys her community involvement as a board member of the Greater Los Angeles Parkinson’s Disease Association and as a member of Miracle Mile Chamber of Commerce. Cooking remains one of Kym’s favorite pastimes as well as jaunts to the beach.

515 N. La Brea Ave. • 323-928-2131

Marcella Kerwin

co-owner Boot Camp LA For me being the“LT” of Boot Camp L.A. is like a dream come true! To be a part of helping others to lead healthy life is nothing but a rewarding honor! Having recently had the opportunity to hear a panel of medical professionals speak about the healthcare reform, it became ever so clear to me, that we all should do everything in our power to be and stay as fit and healthy as we possibly can throughout our lives! Know that it is not too late, to start working out! We have all ages and sizes in our program! At Boot Camp L.A. we believe 100% in the power of encouragement! It’s time to take care of number one! You! For the Boot Camp L.A. class schedule visit www.bootcampla.com and or call Boot Camp L.A. Headquarters anytime at: 323-938-6179!

323-938-6179 • www.bootcampla.com

Jacqueline l. landry Head of School MaryMount HigH ScHool

A dynamic and inspirational leader, Jacqui is no stranger to women’s leadership issues. Prior to her role at Marymount, Jacqui served as a Catholic Chaplain at Harvard University where she served on the Ann Radcliffe Trust to improve the climate for women at Harvard and was also Director of Women’s Spirituality and Leadership Programs. Since joining Marymount in 2009, Jacqui has already implemented initiatives such as a Women’s Leadership Speaker Series, has forged relationships with key female leaders and thinkers across the Los Angeles area, and has implemented mentoring programs with major research institutions such as UCLA. Under her guidance, Marymount was named an Apple Distinguished School, the only girls school in California to receive the award. Jacqui is a frequent speaker at conferences on topics relating to women’s leadership, spirituality, teens, and the benefits of single-sex education.

310.472.1205 • 10643 Sunset Blvd. • www.mhs-la.org

Lynne Leavitt and Corinne Pleger Partners

Brakensiek Leavitt PLeger Lynne Leavitt and Corinne Pleger are both Past-Presidents of the American Woman’s Society of CPA of LA. Together their passion is to help business owners create businesses that work. They offer both private consulting to business owners as well as seminars on topics ranging from business planning to managing cash flow. They provide traditional accounting services, i.e. tax planning and preparation, audits, business management, and peer review for other CPA firms. They are their clients’ trusted business advisors, guiding them through both business and personal financial decision-making. Both Lynne and Corinne live in the local area and are active in the Miracle Mile Chamber of Commerce.

5670 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. #1450 • 323-954-3100 • blp-cpas.com

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Women of Accomplishment Rachel lewin Head of School In just two years since she assumed the leadership of TIOH Day School, a private elementary school in an inclusive community, Rachel Lewin has advanced the 22 year old school with new programs for state-ofthe art learning, growing enrollment, and financially sustaining a diverse student and family body into the future. She spearheaded a comprehensive, child-centered technology and facility review, along with a fundraising campaign that resulted in a completely rebuilt technology infrastructure and a new school building which opens in September 2011. Prior to moving to Los Angeles to lead TIOH Day School, Rachel was a middle school head and award-winning educator from the San Francisco Bay Area – expertise which helped her place TIOH’s 2010 and 2011 graduates into L.A.’s top private middle schools and public honors magnets. Rachel is an innovative thinker who is an inspiration to teachers. She is passionate about science education and is a specialist in collaborative learning that fosters ambition, creativity and compassion. Rachel enjoys the outdoors, running, travelling and spending time with her two grown daughters.

7300 Hollywood Blvd • 323-876-8330 • TIOHdayscHOOl.Org

Linda & OLivia nOh Mother and Daughter Real Estate Team

Re/Max Mega gROup Linda and Olivia Noh are owners and run the local Remax office in Hancock Park. The Remax motto of “outstanding agents, outstanding results” truly defines our office. We listen to the needs of our clients and help them through the selling or buying process. We are on the client’s side and we are not afraid to help you through any situation whether it is a conventional sale or negotiating through a short-sale. We understand that the real estate market is constantly changing and we must adapt to nurture the needs of our clients through our expertise and valuable know-how. Whether it is selling your property for the most value or helping buyers obtain their dream home, we will help you each step of the way. 323-692-9900 • INFO@remaxmegagrOup.cOm

Kyle Pierce Senior Manager, Treasury Dept. Woori BanK Born in Los Angeles, my parents moved to Phoenix when I was a child where I attended grade school and Central High School. I returned to Los Angeles to attend Occidental College where I majored in Diplomacy & World Affairs. I briefly worked for Los Angeles County and United Way at a residential treatment facility before joining Woori Bank Los Angeles Branch. At the bank I train and manage in the areas of letters of credit, foreign exchange trading, fixed income portfolio management, treasury management and syndicated loan transactions. In 2000 I joined the Wilshire Rotary Club of Los Angeles in order to be in an environment of ethically-minded people intent on having fun and serving their community. In 2004 I was married to Desmond Reid who also joined Rotary shortly thereafter. In 2011-2012 I will serve as President of the Wilshire Rotary Club. I enjoy tennis, skiing and golf.

3360 W. Olympic Blvd • 323-733-0644

Kim Rudy

Corporate Sales Manager Kim Rudy has been a member of the Park La Brea staff for nearly seven years. As Corporate Sales Manager, she enjoys welcoming people from a wide array of corporations, consulates, and colleges into their new Park La Brea homes. Kim’s roots are in the Larchmont Village community, having grown up there while attending St. Brendan and Marlborough Schools. She received her Bachelor’s degree with a major in Communications from Santa Clara University, which is also where she met her husband, Patrick Rodriguez. Kim is a member of the Wilshire Rotary club and the Miracle Mile Chamber of Commerce. This helps keep her active and contributing to service projects and business development in her community. Kim is now the mother of two…six month old baby boy, Cole Alexander, and his almost five-year-old brother, Grant Richard, who will be attending Kindergarten at Hancock Park Elementary School this Fall. She is thankful to live in this stimulating community that affords so many exciting venues for family activities and fun.

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LUMINAIRES, FOUNDER CHAPTER 323-442-7101. Lucy Hilands, president. 160 members. General meeting three times a year. Pur pose: support the Doheny Eye Institute. LUMINAIRES JUNIORS 323-442-7101. Susie Gilman, pres ident. 165 members. General meetings three times a year. Purpose: support the Doheny Eye Institute. PINAFORES OF THE LEAGUE FOR CRIPPLED CHILDREN 213-742-1508. Theresa Cornell, advisor. 20 members in first through eighth grades. Meets 1st Sat. of the month. Purpose: aid crippled children and fundraising through Easter Egg Roll. SEARCHLIGHTERS 213-742-1534. Diane Nesley, president. 30 members. Meets 1st Tues. of month. Purpose: support research, education and charity care for children at Orthopaedic Hospital. SISTER SERVANTS OF MARY GUILD 323-661-6788. Denise Nightman, pres ident. 175 members. Meets once a month except June, July and Aug. Purpose: fundraising to assist sisters in carrying out their mission. The sisters are RNs, LVNs, CNAs who provide care to patients in their own homes regardless of disease, race or religion, free of charge. ST. ANNE'S GUILD 213-381-2931 x212. Trudy Decaen, president. 100 members. General membership meets two times a year. Purpose: serve at-risk, pregnant and parenting teens, young women and their children. Fundraising events include the thrift shop fashion show in Sept. and the holiday bazaar in Dec. ST. JOHN OF GOD WOMENíS LEAGUE 323-939-3219. Therese Holz, president. 200 members. Purpose: volunteering and fundraising to assist patients in St. John of God Retirement and Care Center. ST. VINCENT MEDICAL CENTER AUXILIARY 213-484-7328. Michele McGarry Crahan, president. 100 members. Meets five times yearly. Purpose: support the mission of the daughters of charity of St. Vin cent Medical Center, Los Angeles. SONANCE 213-353-7012. Barbara Richman, president. 43 members. Meets monthly. Purpose: support House Ear Institute's Care Center for Deaf Children. SPECIAL CHILDRENíS LEAGUE 818-790-6167. Ruth Lyle, secretary. 40 members. Meets 4th Wed. Purpose: Raise money to support the United Cerebral Palsy Foundation.

Art-Music

THE BLUE RIBBON

213-972-3348. Constance Towers Gavin, president. 475 members. Meets on a special events basis by invitation only at different sites in the city. Purpose: raise funds to support resident companies in arts education program of the Music Center of Los Angeles County. CENTER THEATER GROUP AFFILIATES 213-972-7620. Mandi Or, event coordinator. 120 members. Board meets bi-monthly Sept.-June. Purpose: support activities of the Music Center of Los Angeles County, Mark Taper Forum, Kirk Douglas Theater and the Ahmanson Theater; fundraising to Education and Community Partnership programs; furthers interest in performing arts. CLUB 100 OF THE MUSIC CENTER 213-972-4326. Jane McNeil, chairs. Members meet socially each month, Sept.-June, plus two membership meetings. Purpose: fundraising for support of arts education. COSTUME COUNCIL OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART 323-857-6013. Carolyn Wagner, chair. 380 members. Board meets monthly Sept.–June. Purpose: support the textile and costume department of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. DOCENT COUNCIL OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART 323-857-6119. Judith Tuch, chair. 526 members. Business meetings 14 times a year. Purpose: volunteer educational services in the form of lectures and tours. www. lacma.org. FOLK ART COUNCIL OF LOS ANGELES CRAFT AND FOLK ART MUSEUM 323-931-0497. Letha Greenberg, contact person. 100 members. Purpose: to support the museum and foster interest in folk art. Board meets 1st Tues. of the month. FRIENDS OF THE RAGAN ART ACADEMY BARNSDALL ARTS /FOJAC 323-363-4629. Shelah Leher-

Graiwer, executive director. 18 board members. Meets bimonthly. Purpose: educational arts programs at the Barnsdall Arts Center for children ages 12-16; outreach art program in schools; international child art collection. Holds family art projects at Griffith Park on Sat. and Sun. afternoons. HOLLYWOOD BOWL SOCIETY 323-972-0753. Constance Bessada, Lori Mawhinney, co-presidents. 180 members. Meets monthly. Purpose: support the Hollywood Bowl, L.A. Philharmonic and volunteer, child and family programming. INTERNATIONAL COMMITTEE LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC 323-972-0753. Founded in 1951. Kay Sidhu, president. 100 members. Meets once a month, Oct.-May. Purpose: encourage attendance at Philharmonic performances; fundraising, build bridges between cultures and countries through international ball once a year; provide sponsorship to children and their families to attend concerts at Walt Disney Concert Hall. KCET WOMENíS COUNCIL 323-656-9271. Margaret Black, presi dents. 80 members. Six gatherings and one board meeting a year. Purpose: to foster public interest in KCET and assist station with contributions of service and funds. Major fundraiser is annual Star Luncheon, which is on Sept. 22 this year. THE LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC AFFILIATES 323-972-0753. Aida Gaona, chair. 1,000 members. Meets 10 times yearly. Purpose: support the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association. LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC COMMITTEE 323-972-0753. Suzanne Olsen, president. 65 members. General membership meets six times yearly in members' homes. Purpose: Support Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra/Music Center Endowment for Educational Initiative. Invitation only.

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WHO IN Our Community

MUSES OF CALIFORNIA SCIENCE CENTER 626-799-5257. Christine Hessler president. 105 members. Meets 2nd Mon. of the month Sept.-June. Purpose: fundraising supports youth educational science projects and the California Science Center, California State Science Fair, Hands-on Science Camp, and Curator Kid Club. MUSEUM SERVICE COUNCIL OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART 323-857-6228. Kathleen Dunleavy, chair. 275 members. Annual meeting at museum. Purpose: council members staff the welcome center, host museum functions, provide research, office assistance and translations. Volunteer@lacma.org. RUSKIN ART CLUB 310-640-0710. Gabriel Meyer, presi dent. 50 members. Activities include poetry meetings and works monthly. Purpose: sponsor community projects, art exhibits, musical concerts and play readings. SYMPHONIANS Purpose: docent group for Performing Arts Center of Los Angeles County. Meet once a month to learn about performing arts and Music Center. Symphonians@ musiccenter.org TEXTILE GROUP OF LOS ANGELES/TGLA INC. 323-931-4987. Brian Morehouse, president. 132 members. Meets three times yearly. Purpose: provide education programs on historic and ethnic carpets and textiles. tglaincorp@aol.com WOMEN'S COMMITTEE OF LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC ASSOCIATION 323-972-0753. Ursula Drummel and Gizella Greenlee, copresidents. 60 members. Meets monthly, Oct.-June. Purpose: raise funds for the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

Education

CATHEDRAL CHAPEL SCHOOL PTO BOARD 323-938-9976. Bridget Gray, president. 230 families. Purpose: fundraising events for Cathedral Chapel School and general support of school. FRIENDS OF THIRD STREET 323-939-8337. Roy Forbes and Carrie Hackman, co-presidents. 350 members. Meets at 3rd St. auditorium 2nd Tues. of each month at 8 pm. Purpose: raise money for enrichment programs. JOHN BURROUGHS MIDDLE SCHOOL PTO 323-549-5000. Rosie Sosa and Susan Lee, co-presidents. Meets 3rd Fri. of each month Sept.-May at 8:10 a.m. in teacher's cafeteria. Purpose: fundraising and community outreach. www.burroughsms.org. HANCOCK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BOOSTER CLUB 323-935-5272. Shari Cooper and Jessica Dabney, co-presidents. 13 officers plus parents. Meets 3rd Wed. of every month Sept.–June. Purpose: fundraising and implementing projects. HARVARD WESTLAKE SCHOOL PARENTS' ASSOCIATION 818-487-6611. Susi Gaylord, president. 1,400 members. Meets six times yearly. Purpose: Support school and build school community. IMMACULATE HEART PARENTS' COUNCIL 323-461-3651. Roxane and John Cornelius, co-presidents. Board meets monthly Sept.-May. Purpose: raise funds for the school and a forum for communication. LOYOLA HIGH MOTHERS' GUILD 626-799-4968. Betsy Ackerman, president, 900 members. Board meets quarterly.

MARLBOROUGH PARENTS' ASSOCIATION 323-935-1147. Winnie Mokri and Susan Edelman, co-presidents. 1,000 members. Meets six times a year. Provides leadership and involvement opportunities. ST. BRENDAN'S SCHOOL PARENT BOARD 213-382-7401. Joanne Pickett, pres ident. 217 families. Board meets 2nd Thurs. of each month. Purpose: fundraising, communication forum, support co-curricular activities and welcome new families. ST. JAMES' SCHOOL PARENT SUPPORT FELLOWSHIP 213-233-0133. Susan Kneafsey, Marcy Pullard, Betsy PowellWoods, Julie Wagner, Elizabeth Park, Clara Martin, Dina Phillips, Karen Cowan, co-chairs. 314 family memberships. Meets monthly Sept.-May. Purpose: community building, fundraising and hospitality. THIRD STREET PTA 323-939-8337. Karen Scott, president. 800 members. Board meets 1st Fri. each month on campus at 8:15 a.m. Purpose: works with Friends of Third Street School to raise funds for library staff, technology lab and music teachers. WILSHIRE CREST PTA 323-938-5291. Lakeija Low, president. 20 members. Meets 1st Fri. each month. Purpose: Fundraising and support for school and student needs. WILSHIRE PRIVATE SCHOOL PTA 323-939-3800. Keefe KaupangerSwacker, Joon Kijo, co-chairs. 120 families. Meets monthly Sept.-May. WILTON PLACE SCHOOL PTA 213-389-1181. Mi Yun, president. 1,000 members. Board meets at the school every 3rd Thurs.

Press chairman is essential to story of organization How does a charitable organization get its story told? The responsibility falls on the volunteer press chairman, one of the key officials in any club. A good press chairman can keep your organization successful by keeping its activities in the news. She establishes and maintains a good rapport with local media. She asks for and respects deadlines, provides informative, but concise news releases. Spelling is carefully checked, as are dates and addresses. Her work can result in the difference between the success and failure of any public fundraising event. Most important, she should keep track of the work that has been done so that the next press chairman can carry on the mission.

Women of Accomplishment

CHRISTINE SABIHON Business Manager

TuRNINg POINT SCHOOl Ms. Sabihon joined Turning Point School in May 1991 as the Business Manager. She earned a B.S. degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting from the University of Missouri, St. Louis. Ms. Sabihon brought 12 years of accounting and management experience to Turning Point School. She previously worked in the aerospace industry for Northrop Corporation, in commercial property management for the Rouse Company and in independent accounting for Robert Ashbury, CPA. This year, after 20 years of service at Turning Point, she was one of the recipients of the National Business Office Association Will Hancock “Unsung Hero” Awards. This honor is given to business officers who have made an extraordinary and significant difference in their schools. 310-841-2505 – www.turningpointschool.org

Kathy Whooley PT, OCS, CSCS, CPI, MBA

Owner

LArChMOnT PhySICAL TherAPy Kathy established Larchmont Physical Therapy in 1985 and has been serving the community for over 26 years. She has worked hard to build a quality outpatient physical therapy practice serving the orthopedic and sports medicine needs of the community. A Boston University Magna Cum Laude alumna with an MBA from Pepperdine, she also has advanced credentials as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a USGFA golf-specific fitness trainer. An avid golfer and photographer, Kathy attained her Pilates certification in 2007. Kathy mentors a team of dedicated physical therapists with evidence-based techniques to produce positive functional results. 321 North Larchmont Blvd, Suite 825 • 323-464-4458 larchmontpt.com

LAUREN WOLKE Head of School/ Director of Admissions LAURENCE SCHOOL Lauren Wolke, Head of School, began her career at Laurence 23 years ago. Those years of experience, coupled with her post-graduate training in education, time as an attorney, and her extensive communications background makes for a passionate and visionary leader. Lauren is instrumental in enhancing Laurence’s balance of outstanding academics and innovative enrichment opportunities. Her influence is significant in developing cutting-edge programs, envisioning and orchestrating campus expansions, and in helping students develop and expand leadership and public speaking skills. She created Kids’ Court, the first nationally recognized elementary school mock trial program. Under Lauren’s direction, schools matriculating students to Laurence continue to grow in number and geographic area. Sixth grade graduates consistently receive multiple acceptances to the finest independent secondary schools in Los Angeles. “I am inspired by this exceptional educational community that works together with passion and purpose, and by the bright, exuberant, loving children whose joy motivates me.”

(818) 782-4001 ~ www.laurenceschool.com

AnA ZepedA & devoney WoLfus

Landis’ Labyrinth L - R: AnA ZepedA & devoney WoLfus

Starting off working for Landis General Store, Ana Zepeda has worked every position possible for Landis. Now, 7 years later she has truly made herself a staple here at Landis’ Labyrinth Toy Shop. Just like how Landis General Store wasn’t Landis without Bridget Varadi, Landis’ Labyrinth wouldn’t be Landis without Ana Zepeda. Aside from all her hard work and dedication to all the charities we work with and events we run during the year with schools and other organizations, she also handles all the accounting as Landis’ Chief Financial Officer. It’s people like Ana who make Larchmont and Landis’ Labyrinth Toy Shop such a special place. Pictured here with Ana is Devoney Wolfus, owner of Landis’ Labyrinth the toy shop carrying on not only the Landis name of the local legend, Landis General Store owned by her mother Christine Wolfus, but carrying on the traditions set down by Chris of giving back to the community.

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Beatrice has been in the real estate industry since 2005. Beatrice has an extensive background in sales, communication, negotiation and customer service. She had also worked with real estate investors and knows the process on both ends. She provides expertise and support to all her clients. Call Beatrice at 323-775-7522

JUne aHn

June Ahn is a top producing agent and an estate director with Coldwell Banker Hancock Park South. A member of the International President’s Elite, June has been recognized as one of the top 100 agents of Coldwell Banker in all of Southern California. She has earned many awards for her outstanding achievements. Please call 323-855-5558.

barbara allen

Barbara Allen, a Massachusetts native and Boston University graduate, specializes in residential homes and residential income properties. Barbara strives to help people realize their real estate goals. In this changing market, Barbara’s tenacity, knowledge, understanding and determination are key to her success. Please call 323-610-1781.

Peggy barTeneTTI

PeggygraduatedfromUCLAwithaBA inEnglish;studieddesignatOtisparson’s Art Institute for 3 years and completed a summer course in the Architecture of English Country Homes at Oxford University in England. Peggy has been sellingrealestatefor11yrswithColdwell Banker South on Larchmont and has been a resident of Hancock Park for 41 years. Peggy is involved in many community activities & serves on the Board for Larchmont Blvd Assoc. 323-860-4250

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Victoria is a Los Angeles native and a long-time resident of Hancock Park/Windsor Square. Her real estate career spans 20 + years with such achievements as Rookie of the Year, Assistant Manager, Top Producer and Woman of the Year. She has sold from Santa Monica to Palm Springs & is a member of numerous charitable & religious organizations. 323-823-6869.

Sandy boeCk

Sandy is dedicated to bridging the needs of buyers and sellers with personalized, one-on-one service from the starting line to the dotted line. She has the comprehensive knowledge, negotiating experience and marketing skills helping her clients since 1988 to achieve their goals. Sandy grew up in Hancock Park and has lived in Brookside for 38 years. 323-860-4240.

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“Performance not promises” are Leah’s buzz words. A 28-year veteran in residential real estate in Hancock Park, Beverly Center & Westside., Leah is a member of the prestigious Int’l President’s Elite. She’s involved in local charitable organizations & proud grandmother of 12. Leah and her partner Naomi were the topproducing team for both HP CB offices in 2010, the top 1% of CB associates internationally. 323-860-4245 or www.naomiandleah.com

Mary loUISe bUrrell

Mary Louise is a consistent top producer who has been in real estate for the past twenty five years. A native Californian and an alumnus of USC, she especially enjoys working with first time home buyers, investors for income properties & finding the ultimate dream home! She can be reached at 323-314-5718.

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Naomi is the #1 agent in her market. Her achievements are unparalleled. Naomi is a neighborhood specialist, in Hancock Park & Miracle Mile. Her determination & hard work have gained her the honor of being one of the 1000 top brokers in the country. Naomi & her partner Leah were the top producing team for CB Hancock Park – 2010, representing the top 1% of CB associates internationally. Call 323-860-4259. www.naomiandleah.com

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Vivian has over 25 years experience in the real estate industry. She was a top producer among her peers in the MidWilshire area. She concentrates in the areas of Hancock Park, Miracle Mile, Mid Wilshire and wherever her clients take her. Vivian speaks fluent Korean, English and some Japanese languages. Please call Vivian at 213-327-7621.

A long time resident of Windsor Square and a USC graduate, Kathy is an Executive Sales Director, Previews Property Specialist & has received numerous awards. She is a member of the International Pre s i d e nt ’s Ci rc l e a n d i s involved in many community and charitable activities. Call 323-460-7622.

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The culmination of sales & marketing, from TV shows to media clips has made Diana Knox one of Hancock Parks’top real estate agents. From the beginning, she started off as “Rookie of the Year” to becoming a“Top Producer”. One year into the business she became a member of the International President’s Elite & has remained a Top Producer ever since. She is goal orientated & her clients always come first! 323-640-5473.

Maria, a 30 year resident of Hancock Park and a Top Real Estate Sales producer for 15 years, is a Certified Real Estate and Neighborhood Specialist She represents buyers and sellers, in their Residential, Commercial, Multi-Family, Trust, REO & Probate Sales. Her areas of expertise are, but not limited to: Hancock Park, Larchmont Village, Greater Los Angeles Areas, San Gabriel Valley and San Fernando Valley.. 323-460-7614.

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Terri has enjoyed serving many Real Estate clients with their selling, buying and leasing needs during her 33 yr career as a Realtor. The last 14 yrs have been w/Coldwell Banker South in Larchmont. As a proud native of Los Angeles she provides her clients with a rich knowledge of many local areas, marketing skills, understanding of fluctuating trends, and dealing with themany challengesandaspectsofreal estate transactions. Call 323-860-4233.

June has been a long-time resident and prominent realtor in Hancock Park meeting the individual needs of each client with her expertise and knowledge of the area. In each of her year’s affiliation with Coldwell Banker, June has been named to the International President’s Circle / Elite and is a certified Previews Property Specialist. 323-860-4262.

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“Each transaction is like a puzzle and it excites me to make sure all the pieces fit as easily as possible! I love helping people achieve the American Dream!” Born & raised in Los Angeles with over 20 years of experience in real estate allows Michelle to be the ultimate real estate professional. Graduate from Pepperdine University. When she is not selling real estate she is serving @ St. Brendan School or Plymouth School where her children attend.

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barbara MaCdonald A real estate professional since 1974, Barbara holds the titles of Executive Sales Director, Previews Property Specialist and Assistant Manager/Training Director with the North office. She is a consistent member of the President’s Club and has been awarded some of Coldwell Banker’s highest achievements. A Hancock Park resident since 1968. Call 323-460-7633.

Bella Kay, with over 20 years of experience in the local real estate industry, speaks five languages fluently: English, Arabic, French, Italian, and Spanish. Known for her patience, persistence, and enthusiasm, she has a loyal following of satisfied clients throughout Hancock Park, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and the Westside. 323-860-4226.

Cecille is a member of the President’s Circle and has won many top awards. She and her husband are active in the Orthodox community & are past parents in Yahneh Hebrew Academy, Toras Emes, YULA, Bais Yakov & Yeshiva Gedolah. For the past 25 years with Coldwell Banker, her mission has been to help her clients achieve their real estate goals. Call Cecille at 213-810-9949.

First impressions count. I can be your “Swiffer”and your spiffer before you list. For proof, call 323-460-7606.

lISa HUTCHInS

#1 Agent in Hancock Park/ Windsor Square since 1994. Only agent in Hancock Park ever awarded Society of Excellence, Coldwell Banker ’s highest achievement level, for the 9th year in a row. Lifelong resident of H.P.-W.S., Graduate of 3rd St School, Marlborough School & Stanford University. Contact her at 323-460-7626 or lbhutchins@ aol.com.

A long-time resident of the area Jenny specializes in residential and commercial real estate. She has more than 20 years experience and is a consistent top producer. Jenny is a native of Taiwan & speaks three dialects of Chinese. She is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers & Altrusa International. She is married with two sons. 323-460-7624.

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Linda has been a multi-milliondollar producer since 1972 and is a member of the prestigious International President’s Elite. She is also an Executive Sales Director, a title awarded for o u t s t a n d i n g p ro d u c t i o n , dedication & ser vice. A dynamo, Linda is active in many community organizations & loves to sing, play tennis & ski. 323-460-7601.

TerrI MCCorTney

Terri has lived in the Hancock Park area since 1971. She has been with the Coldwell Banker Hancock Park North office since 1995 where she has been a multi-million-dollar producer. She specializes in Westside residential real estate to include Hancock Park, Miracle Mile, Hollywood Hills, Los Feliz and Silver Lake. Please call Terri at 323-460-7612.

MollIe MCgInTy

A thirty-eight-year resident of Hancock Park, Mollie has been in real estate in the area for 35 years and 23 years with the Coldwell Banker Hancock Park North office which is recognized as being in the top 1% of its agencies. She is also an assistant branch manager. Call Mollie at 323-460-7636

SHar Penfold

A Stress Free Real Estate Experience. Shar’s goal is to bring a professional, businessoriented approach to buying and selling real estate. Consistent attention to her client’s needs and a practical hands-on approach allow her to achieve her goal and to help clients realize their potential in the real estate market. Please call Shar at 323-860-4258.

JaCkIe valenZUela

Jackie is a Realtor servicing the greater Los Angeles area. The transition into Real Estate was seamless to her because education and counsel are two elements she enjoys. As a real estate agent, she takes pride in assisting clients in making informed decisions about their real estate transactions. Jackie is a Bank-Owned/Short Sale Specialist. She can be reached at 323-460-7663.

Mary WoodWard

Mary Carlota Woodward is part of a family partnership with her brothers John & Andrew and are a members of the prestigious designation of Coldwell Banker International President’s Elite. They are 4th generation with over 70 years combined experience Hancock Park resident, Mary is a member of the Board of Directors of QueensCare. Call Mary at 323-860-4265.