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Residents urge attention to streets, median upkeep Asphalt vs. concrete in Hancock Park? Quality of life issues dominated the Hancock Park Homeowners Association meeting on Oct. 21. Close to 80 residents filled John Burroughs Middle School auditorium and peppered Councilman Tom La-

LOCALS Jim Harris and wife Janna dine at neighborhood favorite El Coyote. FAB FOUR vs. STONES in musical tribute of British Invasion. Page 4

TOP CHEFS' tell of their favorite ingredients for fall. Page 6

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SECTION ONE PARKS beautified in CD4. 9 L.A. RIVER costs head up stream. 12 EMERGENCY doctor honored.

JOURNALIST in Brookside.

BARGAIN FAIR'S new space. 17 BUTTERFLY garden in School News. 22 MOMS receive gifts from students. 31

SECTION TWO Real Estate Home & Garden

New condos set for Rimpau at Wilshire Holiday lot gone The Christmas tree lot at the northeast corner of Wilshire and Rimpau boulevards is no more. The site is being developed by The Archeon Group for a three-story condominium project. The 45-foot high building will house 20 units, and provide parking for 30 cars in a subterranean garage. Landscaping will include planting trees along the Wilshire Blvd. parkway, and on Rimpau Blvd. Other residential projects the developers have built are the condominiums at 4848 Wilshire Blvd. and the Solair 21-story building at the northeast corner of Wilshire Blvd. and Western Ave.

Bonge with questions about street and sidewalk repaving, pothole repair and median maintenance. LaBonge presented options concerning the more expensive concrete versus asphalt repaving on Hancock Park streets. He said an assessment district could be created but property owners would have to bear the expense. The city is quoting at least $30 million for a complete repaving in cement of the area’s eight miles of streets. HPHOA president Cindy Chvtal debates the cost of the cement project. “We need accurate information concerning how many streets need to be completely rebuilt before we can make an informed decision on the cost of the project.” She said the Association will query residents on their See Meetings, p 6

Holidays in Larchmont Merriment and good cheer will be enjoyed by all in the December issue. Deadline to reserve ad space is Fri., Nov. 15. Call Pam Rudy at 323-4622241 x 11.

Larchmontians at the Fair

STILL DIGGING for fossils 100 years later. 3 ARCHITECT to the stars, a contest. 2 HOLLYWOOD'S back lot.

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PONY RIDES, camels, water bubbles, food, games kept everyone busy at the Larchmont Family Fair on Oct. 27. See more photos Sec. 2, page 8

CROSSING HOME PLATE is Audrey Scheller of the Wilshire Softball League. Sign ups are underway. Story page 28. Courtesy Danette Mitchell Photography

Pot shop files false name, city halts construction Filed permit as a 'beauty parlor' By Suzan Filipek A stop work order has put the brakes on a marijuana dispensary from planning to move into Larchmont Village. The city Dept. of Building and Safety issued the order after finding owners of the pot shop, Canto Diem, allegedly filed for a permit under a false name and listed the business as a “beauty parlor.” Construction has stopped at the second-floor location at 215 N. Larchmont Blvd, above Alternative Apparel and Hamburger Hamlet. Radiance of Life, a spa downstairs, is the name the permit was allegedly filed under, though it apparently has no relation to the marijuana dispensary. Canto Diem attorney Aaron Lachant of Fenton Nelson, LLP, would not comment. In another snag to the shop’s impending opening are alleged Proposition D violations. The voter-approved measure limits pot shops within 600 feet of a park, school or childcare facility and youth center. “We believe it is illegal and in violation, and they don’t have a proper permit,” said attorney Amy Forbes of Gibson

Dunn, working pro bono for the Larchmont Boulevard Association. A city-certified map company found six youth centers within 600 feet of the proposed site. In a letter to Canto Diem’s attorney and building owner Frank Fox, LBA attorneys noted several “youth centers” on See Pot shop, p 15

On the Boulevard Glimpses by Jane We thought October was a busy month, but the November calendar looks even more crowded. Parties, neighborhood association meetings, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, fundraisers and holiday shopping will keep Larchmontians hopping. *** We wish good luck to Elsa and Larry Gillham who are retiring and leaving the boulevard after 34 years. They have closed their CPA office after handling financial matters for See BLVD., p 15

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Community Platform

Calendar

By Jane Gilman

Be on the alert Daytime burglaries and thefts from automobiles are plaguing local homeowners. Police officials tell us they are surprised by the number of incidents in the area. We caution residents to improve their security, put on their alarms (several incidents happened because alarms weren’t on), secure doors and windows and report suspicious people in the neighborhood. Report any kind of break-in or theft. The police need to know of these incidents so they can add patrols to the areas in need.

What’s a take-out? A recent survey by volunteers with Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Association showed that a definition of take-outs on Larchmont Blvd. is long overdue. Restaurants must meet many requirements such as parking whereas take-outs don’t. The survey also showed Larchmont Blvd. needs more diversity in the type of retail businesses that lease here. We urge commercial Realtors to find a variety of shops to fill our boulevard.

Fair thanks Our thanks to the volunteers who helped to staff the Larchmont Family Fair. This event is one of the reasons this community is known for its small-town atmosphere.

News from Our Annual Meeting We thank everyone who attended the Hancock Park Homeowners Association ’48 Annual Meeting on October 22nd, at John Burroughs Middle School. We greatly appreciate the support of JB Principal Steve Martinez in providing the venue and thank him and his staff for their support. The well attended meeting covered many neighborhood Issues including: A Plan to Fix Our Failed Streets – Councilman LaBonge and Keith Mozee, of the Bureau of Street Services proposed three options for our neighborhood: 1) Do nothing, and continue to let the streets deteriorate; 2) Create an assessment district for Hancock Park in order to maintain and repair the streets in concrete. The Association will work with the City to provide residents with estimates if the City does the concrete work and will also explore cost to residents if private contractors do the work or 3) Ask for an exemption in the HPOZ to allow the streets to be repaved in asphalt. The Association will conduct an online and paper survey to find out what the majority of residents want to do and how to proceed. Potholes – While we sort out how the streets will be repaired in the future, there is an urgent need to fix the horrific potholes in our neighborhood. The City has promised to address and fix the potholes before the end of 2013. Security - The LAPD and Private Security companies SSA and ADT reported on the recent increase in property crimes. We have been told that there will be increased patrol due to the increase in crime. Report all crime to the LAPD. We will not get increased patrol unless ALL crime is reported! Call Sr. Lead Officer Dave Cordova at 213-793-0650 or the Wilshire Station at 213-473-0476. If you have private security, call them and report all crimes. Keep a record of your calls when reporting a crime, time, date and who you spoke with, we receive regular updates from SSA and ADT. Highland Median - The Highland Median, which has Los Angeles Historic Cultural Monument status, will finally be repaired using AB1290 funds. We will also be reviewing the current contractor and want to ensure that the median is maintained properly in the future. City Attorney Mike Feuer Update on Law/Code EnforcementNewly elected City Attorney Mike Feuer spoke about law enforcement in our neighborhood. He promised “it was a “new era” in the City Attorney’s office under his guidance and we would see a marked improvement in enforcement. Mr. Feuer also informed us that the proposed Medical Marijuana Dispensary on Larchmont Blvd, is currently under investigation by the LPAD and LADBS. The HPHOA’48 and the LBA continue to work with Gibson, Dunn and Crutcher on a pro bono basis on behalf of the neighborhood on this issue. Adv.

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Sun., Nov. 3 - Daylight Savings time ends. Turn clocks back one hour. Tues., Nov. 12 – Larchmont Village Neighborhood Association semi-annual meeting, Van Ness Avenue School, 501 N. Van Ness Ave., 7 p.m. Mon., Nov. 11 – Veteran’s Day. Wed., Nov. 13 – Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council meeting, Wilshire Park Elementary School, 4063 Ingraham St., 7 p.m. Thurs., Nov. 14 – Windsor Square Association annual meeting, The Ebell, 743 S. Lucerne Blvd., 7 p.m. Sun., Nov. 17 - La BreaHancock Park Homeowners' Assoc. meeting 5 p.m. Thurs., Nov. 28 - Thanksgiving Day. Sat., Nov. 30 – Shop Larch-

'What's your favorite tradition for celebrating Thanksgiving?' That's the question inquiring photographer Laura Eversz asked people along Larchmont Blvd.

mont, Shop Saturday on the boulevard starting at 10 a.m. Fri., Nov. 29 – Delivery of the Larchmont Chronicle. Sun., Dec. 1 – Hollywood Christmas Parade on Hollywood Blvd., 6 p.m. Sun., Dec. 8 – Holiday Open House with Santa on Larchmont Blvd., noon to 4 p.m. Santa arrives at 1 p.m.

"We usually travel, but this year we're celebrating at home beacause we're hosting an Israeli exchange student as part of a program with Temple Israel of Hollywood." Liz Schwartz Van Ness Ave.

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OLYMPIC DIVISION ROBBERIES: A cell phone was stolen from a young man near the corner of St. Andrews Pl. and 6th St. on Oct. 11 at 10:25 a.m. The victim was skateboarding when he was pushed from behind. When he fell, his cell phone fell out of his pocket. The suspect

grabbed the phone and fled. A teenager was assaulted and his iPhone 5 stolen as he was walking near Wilton Pl. and Wilshire Blvd. on Oct. 11 at 4:10 p.m. He and his friend were approached by three other teenagers who used bodily force to threaten them, took the phone and fled. A young woman was robbed of her cell phone and cash as she was walking near Wilshire Blvd. and Gramercy Pl. on Oct. 13 at 9:45 p.m. The suspect approached the victim from behind, reached into her pocket grabbed the property and fled. A young man was robbed on the 400 block of St. Andrews Pl. on Oct. 22 at 10:20 p.m. after withdrawing cash from an ATM at Wilshire and Western. The suspect grabbed him by the neck and took $400 from his pocket before fleeing east on 5th St. BURGLARY: A handbag and laptop were taken from a home on the 5000 block of Rosewood Ave. on Oct. 18 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. The suspect pried open the back door to gain entry. Jewelry, electronics and a cell phone were taken from a (Please turn to page 8)

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"My grandma's stuffing with sausage, and playing games like 'Apples to Apples.'" Nora Bloch Larchmont Village "Obviously the food. And we listen to 'A Child's Christmas in Wales' every Thanksgiving because that's when our entire family is together." Carly Ritter Larchmont Village

"Cooking, and having a couple of other families over. And if anyone has no place to go, we invite them, too." Rhonda Talbot Arden Blvd.

"My brother-in-law and his wife have an enormous gathering that includes exes, steps, in-laws. It's hilarious, and somehow everyone gets along and has a great time." Annie Goepel Ridgewood Place

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Squeaky Wheel award, elections on agenda

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Windsor Square residents to attend town hall Nov.14

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FESTIVAL at school.

Commune and communicate. That is the theme of the Thurs., Nov. 14 Windsor Square Association annual town hall meeting beginning at 7 p.m., said Larry Guzin, president. The meeting, at The Ebell, 743 S. Lucerne Blvd., encourages residents to get to know each other and to share common problems, said Guzin. “This is what strengthens our community.” The agenda includes appearances by local police officers and city officials. Topics include public safety and land use. Block captain chairmen will be on hand to enlist volunteers. The annual Squeaky Wheel award will be presented to

the resident whose efforts improve Windsor Square. Board members’ election also will be held.

Puppets, contests at Mid-City Festival Bob Baker Marionettes will perform at the MidCity West Harvest Festival and celebration. The event, at Pan Pacific Park on Sun., Nov. 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., will also feature additional entertainment, games and prizes. The festival is sponsored by Mid-City West Community Council. The event is expected to be held annually, sponsors say.

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We are quickly marching to the end of the year. Thanksgiving is a most wonderful time - a time not only to give thanks for our abundance but also to appreciate what we have and a reminder to help those in need. We are all solicited by many worthy organizations that take this season to help others. Consider sharing your abundance to help others. A good idea is to enjoy the anticipation of the holidays that are coming. Try to look forward, to get excited and take a moment to luxuriate in the day and events to really enjoy this

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experience that which is in front of us. Stop and make the time. The median project on North Larchmont Boulevard that will tie the North and South of Beverly together, is almost complete. Our goal for the coming year at the Larchmont Boulevard Association is to concentrate on the physical elements of the Boulevard - its appear-

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Shop Saturday, Shop Larchmont “Shop Local, Shop Larchmont” is the theme of a special Saturday promotion along Larchmont Blvd. on Sat., Nov. 30. The promotion is designed to encourage shoppers to “keep it local,” said Rebecca Hutchinson and Heather Boylston, spokesmen for the sponsors, Larchmont Village Business Improvement District. Business owners will be providing special offers. The event is in conjunction with the American Express Small Business Saturday program. On the following day, Sun., Dec. 1, a contest for Best Holiday Storefront Display on the boulevard kicks off. All businesses with store windows on Larchmont between Beverly Blvd. and First St. are encouraged to participate and dress their windows to the hilt. The winning window or storefront will be judged by a panel of area luminaries and announced on Dec.15

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By Sondi Sepenuk April 2014 is the target date for the new Anderson Munger Family YMCA at Third St. and Oxford Ave. to open. “This is a project that has been in the works for 20 years!” proclaims Kitty Gordillo, the director of development for the Hollywood Wilshire YMCA. After securing the property in a land-swap with Los Angeles Unified School District, the project kicked off in 2007 with a fundraising drive and an initial gift of $5 million from Charles and Nancy Munger, whose children grew up participating in programs at the Wilshire YMCA. Then, the recession hit. As often happens when money is an issue, plans changed and more fundraising was in order. First, the YMCA had to secure its $6 million in funds

from the Community Redevelopment Agency, which was suddenly in jeopardy due to the agency being fazed out because of state budgetary issues. While they waited to secure funding for the project, the YMCA staff continued its community outreach and set up trailers for after-school programs, a teen center and a summer day camp. Now, as the $23.5 million facility readies to open its doors next spring, the details of the space are becoming clear. 30,000 The two-story, square foot facility will feature two swimming pools (one for lap swimming and another warm water pool for lessons and water aerobic classes), a whirlpool and sauna. Community and program rooms for educational, exercise, dance and tae kwon do classes will be available, as well as a fitness area for cardio and strength training, a child watch room, locker rooms, member lounge and administrative offices. The parking structure, a four-story building that will accommodate 160 vehicles, will feature a fourth-story

walking track and basketball court. Artwork will be featured inside the lobby and outside in the courtyard area. Although staffing has just started, the YMCA is currently accepting charter memberships from patrons. For more information, go to www.ymcala.org/am.

Keller Williams hosts local artist Ed Rubin Nov. 16 Keller Williams’ Larchmont office will be the setting for a solo art exhibition by local artist Edward Rubin on Sat., Nov. 16 from 6 to 10 p.m. Rubin, an Emmy-winning art director, will be showing photographs from his upcoming book “Vermont, an Outsider’s Inside View,” as well as paintings, including “The Annunciation.” It won first place at The Artist’s Magazine’s 2013 International All Media Art Competition in the pastel category. The event, held in the loft at 118 N. Larchmont Blvd., will also feature cocktails, hors d’ouevres and live music.

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comes Santa Claus, right down Hollywood Blvd. Bungalow civil, Here For one of the first times in Tickets for reserved seating and $45. Group prices are also tion, visit www.thehollywoodcriminal cases its 82-year history, the Holly- in the grandstand are $85, $65 available. For more informa- christmasparade.org. wood Christmas Parade will be back in court held in December.

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Astronaut Buzz Aldrin will be the grand marshal. Aldrin, the second man to walk on the moon, will lead the parade, which benefits the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. It takes place on the streets of Hollywood on Sun., Dec. 1, beginning at 6 p.m. It will take on an international flair this year with the inclusion of two Latin bands, Banda Inembo and IPTIQ, both from Guatemala, as well as performers from around the globe. “This year’s event will be very special for parade attendees as we will be presenting all of the musical performances on the red carpet area in front of the grandstands,” says Jim Romanovich, president of Worldwide Media for Associated Television International, which will be producing the event for broadcast. Celebrities participating in this year’s event include Erik Estrada and Laura McKenzie, who will serve as broadcast hosts, as well as Dean Cain and Montel Williams returning as special featured hosts.

Larchmont Bungalow returns to L.A. Superior Court this month in two cases. A pre-trial in a criminal case of the eatery at 107 N. Larchmont Blvd. is scheduled to start Thurs., Nov. 7. Los Angeles city attorneys argue owner Albert Mizrahi violated a signed covenant, promising he would not have tables and chairs at the licensed take–out. Sit-down restaurants are limited on Larchmont per city zoning laws. Bungalow owners sued the city after it revoked its certificate of occupancy and building permit shortly after opening in Sept. 2009. Mizrahi’s attorney alleges he is being discriminated against as other take-outs on the boulevard have tables and chairs. The civil case has been set for Wed., Nov. 20 to hear a demurrer filed by city attorney Kim Westhall. The city won the civil case in Dec. 2011 but two outstanding causes of action remain: violation of equal protection and violation of civil rights.

If you’re goingfrom to buy Christmas treesTree this year, please helpRotary Rotary invest in our comNet proceeds the Christmas Lot go to the International munity. 100% of the go to The Wilshire Rotary Foundation are spent Foundation and theproceeds Wilshire Rotary Foundation to benefit& Rotary in support of humanitarian, educational, and cultural programs and their operaService Projects in our community and around the world. tions. So celebrate the holidays and know that your money spent at our lot is going

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MMRA celebrates its 30th year Transportation, development and the METRO will be on the agenda of the Miracle Mile Residential Association’s 30th annual meeting. The town-hall style event will be on Sat., Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Korean Cultural Center, 5505 Wilshire Blvd. Discussed will be Metro’s request for work permit exemptions for Purple Line subway stations. “We oppose the work permit exemptions for the same reason Mid City West and Greater Wilshire (neighborhood coun-

cils) did not approve them,” said MMRA president Jim O’Sullivan. “We oppose any exemptions until a person in authority can answer our questions and give us assurances on how the exemptions will effect the community. "Moving utility lines is a small issue of a much larger project.” Also discussed will be the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures planned at LACMA West and the J.H. Snyder 13-story office building project at Curson Ave.

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LaBrea-Hancock residents to meet The LaBrea-Hancock Homeowners Association members will discuss development, land use, security and neighborhood watch at its annual meeting on Sun., Nov. 17 at 5 p.m. The meeting place will be announced on the website, www.labreahancock.com. Fred Pickel, president, said board members will be elected at the meeting. Boundaries of the Association are Third St. to Wilshire Blvd., Sycamore to Citrus avenues.

AMONG POTHOLES in Hancock Park was this deep crevice at the intersection of Fourth St. and McCadden Place. It later received a temporary repair with asphalt.

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(Continued from page 1) preference. Installation of a sprinkler system on the Highland Ave. medians has been a longtime request, added Chvatal. LaBonge answered that he is introducing a motion for funding for the upkeep of the islands that have suffered from lack of maintenance. Guest speaker was the recently elected City Attorney Mike Feuer who outlined his goals. One objective is to expand the neighborhood prosecutor program which focuses on fighting crimes such as drug sales, prostitution, illegal dumping and graffiti. Feuer said his office and the city Building and Safety office are looking into the proposed marijuana shop opening on Larchmont Blvd. Senior Lead officer Dave Cordova addressed the increase in burglaries in the area. He told residents to call him at 213-793-0650, or if he is unavailable, the dispatch number, 877-275-5273. Board members who were re-elected include Rudy Gintel, Greg Glasser, Sheldon Goodkind, Peter Gorelick;

Also Susan Grossman, Cami Taylor, Ben Thompson, Jon Vein and James Wolf.

Crime, repaving on LVNA meeting agenda Nov. 12 Property crimes, filming and the city’s repaving plan will be among topics addressed at the semi-annual meeting of the Larchmont Village Neighborhood Association. Neighbors will meet on Tues., Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. at Van Ness Elementary School, 501 N. Van Ness Ave. Senior lead officers from LAPD’s Hollywood and Olympic divisions will address a recent uptick in property crimes in the area. LVNA president Charlie D’Atri and representatives from Councilman Tom LaBonge’s office will discuss and answer questions concerning filming in the neighborhood, as well as the city’s repaving plan. There will also be a presentation by Yoomee Ha, field deputy from Congressman Xavier Becerra’s office, about developments in Washington, D.C. and their impact on the neighborhood.

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Robberies, burglaries on the rise Bronson Ave. on Oct. 24 be(Continued from page 2) LARCHMONT CHRONICLE condo on the corner of Bever- tween 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. Se2013 bars were removed to ly Blvd. and RidgewoodNovember Place curity on Oct. 22. A window was re- gain entrance. GRAND THEFT AUTO: A moved to gain entrance. Cash was taken from a 2010 Toyota Venza was stole home on the 300 block of N. from a parking lot on the 600

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block of S. Norton Ave. between Oct. 15 at 9 p.m. and Oct. 16 at 10 a.m. Suspect pried off the sunroof from another car parked nearby and owned by the same victim and stole the keys to the Venza. A 2013 Infinity G37 was stolen from a gated parking lot on the 600 block of S. Norton Ave. between Oct. 19 at 10:45 p.m. and Oct. 20 at 12:30 a.m. BURGLARIES FROM MOTOR VEHICLE: Money was stolen from an unlocked car parked in a driveway on the 100 block of Plymouth Blvd. on Oct. 10 at 10:30 p.m. WILSHIRE DIVISION BURGLARIES: Jewelry was stolen from a home on the 200 block of S. Arden Blvd. on Oct. 19 between 10:45 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. Computer equipment and jewelry were taken from a residence on the 600 block of S. Highland Ave. on Oct. 18 between 11:10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The suspect pried open a window to break into the home. Computer equipment and records were taken from a home on the 300 block of S. Lucerne Blvd. on Sept. 5 between 11:20 and 11:35 a.m. Credit cards, checks, computer equipment and other electronics were stolen from a home on the 500 block of S. Arden Blvd. on Oct. 12 between 1 and 1:30 p.m. The suspect broke in through the back door. Computer equipment, luggage and clothing were taken from an apartment on the 300 block of N. McCadden Pl. be-

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tween Oct. 8 at 8:30 p.m. and Oct. 9 at 1 a.m. The suspect entered through an unlocked window. Computer equipment and cigarettes were stolen from a residence on the 700 block of S. Tremaine Ave. on Oct. 4 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. The suspect gained entrance by breaking the window in the back door. Property was taken from a home on the 400 block of N. Lucerne Blvd. on Oct. 1 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. The suspect pried open a rear window and its safety bars to break into the home. Jewelry and other property were taken from a residence on the 400 block of S. Lucerne Blvd. on Oct. 1 between 11:45 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. The suspects cut the rear window screen and broke the rear window glass to gain entry. Jewelry, a watch, household goods and other items were stolen from a home on the 200 block of S. Citrus Ave. on Sept. 27 between 4:45 and 5:45 p.m. One suspect distracted the resident in her yard while the other one ransacked the home, pried open the safe and took the property. Jewelry was taken from a residence on the 100 block of S. Mansfield Ave. on Sept. 26 between 10:45 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. The suspect gained entry through an open window. Jewelry was stolen from a home on the 500 block of N. Citrus Ave. on Sept. 26 between noon and 4:30 p.m. The suspect broke in by removing the portable air conditioner in the rear window. GRAND THEFT AUTO: A 1995 Lincoln Towncar was stolen from the driveway of a home on the 300 block of S. Hudson Ave. on Oct. 14. BURGLARY FROM MOTOR VEHICLES: Numer-

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The Los Angeles Police Dept. has issued a community alert to inform residents of an increase in residential burglaries in the area. "Since Oct. 17, four burglaries have been reported in Larchmont Village," said Olympic Division senior lead officer Joe Pelayo. Wilshire Division senior lead officer Dave Cordova reported that Windsor Square and Hancock Park had seen an increase as well. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and to immediately report any suspicious activity to 911. "Lock and secure your windows and doors before you leave—even for a short duration," Pelayo said. "And if you have an alarm system, turn it on." ous cars—both locked and unlocked—were broken into throughout Wilshire Division. 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, cameras or shopping bags. 911 is for emergencies only. To report non-emergencies, call 877-275-5273.

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Parks benefit from shade structure, play equipment Parks are the centers of our community. We all have memories as children going to the park and playing in the open space, making games and using our imagination with whatever was around us. As time goes on, we need to revisit our parks Councilman to make sure Report that everything by is holding up Tom LaBonge and that we preserve them for our future generations. This year we have taken great strides in preserving a number of our parks. The first, Robert Burns Park, at Beverly Blvd. and Van Ness Ave., is getting a new shade structure from Prop K funds. This project demolishes the old shade structure and replaces it with a new community-selected and Historic Preservation Overlay Zone-approved one. Essentially, my ultimate goal is to build on the character of the neighborhood. Harold A. Henry Park, at Ninth St. and Windsor Blvd. surrounded by beautiful Windsor Village, will also benefit from improvements. I am working with the Windsor Village Neighborhood Association on changes to the park. Thus far, there have been no major improvements since it was created and named for the late councilman Harold A. Henry. With this being said, in collaboration with the Neighborhood Association, I look forward to working together to ensure long-term improvements to enhance this safe and welcoming park. One park we have made some great improvements to is the Memorial Park at Rimpau Blvd. and Olympic Blvd.

The neighborhood is now able to enjoy a newly rebuilt and fun playground for their children. And the sidewalks have been repaved for the safety of the community. Along with the playground and the repavement of the streets, we have successfully restored historic lights and monuments in front of the Los Angeles Public Memorial Library. Some of the glass covers were unfortunately broken, but we were able to replace these with replicas of the originals. The library monument and these lights are a reflection of how passionate the neighborhood and myself feel about keeping and continuing to show the life behind the history of the park. Lastly, the beautiful Pan Pacific Park already includes an auditorium, barbecue pits, basketball courts, a children’s play area, indoor gym and picnic tables. The baseball field will have new improvements. The residents within District Four neighborhoods and community leaders all over this district have shown great inter-est and support in making sure these parks are always well-kept and exhibit continal improvements throughout the years. Like I have always said, what is most important in maintaining these parks are the residents and constituents themselves who pursue a passion for making sure the community keeps the recreation and liveliness within parks. The ongoing support by these residents give me the inspiration to continue to

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work with all neighborhoods to ensure that we proceed to improve and work together to show the sustainability that these parks need. Every Angeleno deserves a safe and beautiful green space to walk around with their families and use a park as a recreational enjoyment for all. Thank you, District Four, I am truly honored and happy to continue to serve the people.

Partnership kicks off for TreePeople A collaboration with Tree People kicked off last month at Pan Pacific Park. Pet food companies Healthy Spot and The Honest Kitchen began a one-year partnership with the non-profit to plant trees and other environmental initiatives in L.A. urban areas.

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MUSIC, a 100-foot tree, Santa’s Workshop and nightly snow will herald the holiday season.

Santa, tree-lighting, musical performances at The Grove The Grove will kick off the holiday season with the lighting of a 100-foot tall Christmas tree on Sun., Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m. Taller than the tree at Rockefeller Center in New York, the white fir from Mt. Shasta will be decorated with 15,000 lights and 10,000 ornaments. The event will also include live music, celebrity appearances, Santa’s arrival, dancers and fireworks. The Grove will be in a festive mode throughout the hol-

iday season, featuring seasonal music and a choreographed dancing fountain. Snow will fall nightly at 7 and 8 p.m. Santa will reside in his cottage through Christmas Eve. as carolers stroll the streets of The Grove. Five percent of photo sales at Santa’s Workshop, which opens on Mon., Nov. 18, will be donated to Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. For more information, go to www.thegrovela.com.

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To celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fire Station 29 at 4029 Wilshire Blvd., a much-needed landscape and garden restoration project has taken root. The restoration kicked off in April with a “Welcome to the Heart of Our Firehouse” pancake breakfast co-sponsored by First-in Fire Foundation, Los Angeles Fire Department Historical Society & Museum and the Windsor Square Assoc. First-in Fire Foundation continues to collect funds for the project with a goal of $25,000, representatives said. Approximately $11,000 has been raised so far. Groundbreaking will begin as soon as the project is fully funded. To donate, checks can be made out to “First-in Fire Foundation” and mailed to 137 N. Larchmont Blvd., #468, Los Angeles, CA 90004 with “FS 29 Firehouse Centennial Garden” in the memo line.

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QueensCare state-of-the art center to double capacity QueensCare Health Centers recently broke ground on its state-of-the-art health center in East Los Angeles. The medical home for lowincome patients in East Los Angeles will consolidate QHCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two preexisting eastside clinics and will feature eight den-

tal operatories and 38 medical examination rooms. At full capacity, the site is expected to record more than 55,000 patient visits, double the combined capacities of the two current health centers and represents an agencywide patient increase of 25

percent. The site will also create new jobs with within the community. The center is slated to open in January 2015. Local philanthropies, The Rose Hills Foundation and the W.M. Keck Foundation, have contributed $300,000 and $250,000, respectively.

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River restoration may throw wet blanket on city’s wallet The Los Angeles River, tamed by the Army Corps of Engineers to prevent massive flooding and often the butt of jokes, flows for 51 miles from its headwaters in Canoga Park, including 32 miles through our city, and ends its journey through its concrete, trapezoidal channels near the Port of Long Beach. But times are changing as the revitalization of an 11mile stretch of the L.A. River from Griffith Park to Union Station is now a priority of Mayor Eric Garcetti, many ad-

joining neighborhoods, environmentalists and real estate developers. However, there is a significant disagreement between the Army Corps of Engineers and the city over the best alternative. The city supports the Alternative 20 of the Corps’ River Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility Study, the $1.1 billion plan that is vastly superior to Alternative 13, the $453 million proposal recommended by the Corps. Importantly, Alternative

20 provides for significantly more environmental benefits while at the same time allowing us to enjoy the recreational benefits associated with the water and open space. The Under AlSqueaky ternative 20, Wheel additional by funds would Jack be available for Humphreville improving the connection between the River and portions of Griffith Park, the Verdugo Wash, the Bowtie Parcel, the

Cornfields and the Piggyback Yard in downtown Los Angeles. Alternative 20 will also create more economic development and jobs than Alternative 13, although this will not be without considerable controversy within the environmental community. Unfortunately, the proponents have created another “unfunded mandate” that will tax the city’s already stressed budget. The city has not identified the source of the $432 million that it is required to contribute to this project. Nor has it determined how it will pay for the costly operating and maintenance costs associated with Alternative 20. While the revitalization of the L.A. River is a very important environmental quality of

Scott named top ‘wirehouse advisor' twice Merrill Lynch Financial Advisor Kevin Scott, a Hancock Park resident, was recently recognized on the Top 100 Wirehouse Advisors list in REP. Kevin Scott magazine. This is the second year Scott has been recognized for his accomplishments on this list. He has been a partner with his father Bill Scott for 12 years. A certified financial manager and a graduate of USC, he works with clients to clarify goals, investment time frame and risk tolerance. He shares responsibility for overseeing The Scott Group’s stock portfolios, specializing in high quality dividend paying stocks and manages laddered municipal bond portfolios.

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Family togetherness enhanced since we acquired ‘Ginger’ know virtually nothing about dogs, my learning curve has been steep. We ended up with Ginger, our cockapoo puppy we bought from a private owner we found on Craigslist. The few months we have had Ginger have been filled with vet visits, play time, lots of poop clean-up, crate training and bouts of laughter. We’ve had to make some adjustments to our lifestyle to accommodate her (no more all day trips to the beach), and we’ve lost some sleep, but she has been a joy. I can already see the benefits not only for my kids but for our whole family. Ginger is always smiling

Bethany Towers welcomes St. Barnabas St. Barnabas Senior Center has made a big move to Bethany Towers at 1745 N. Gramercy Pl. According to Christopher Navalta of Bethany Towers, this move is “unprecedented in the Greater Los Angeles area. Bethany Towers and St. Barnabas are the first organizations to combine a full-service retirement community and a senior center.” The center’s relocation from the Assistance League in Hollywood gives residents additional access to social services, transportation, educational programs, social activities and fitness and wellness programs. St. Barnabas’ patrons will be able to have lunch in Bethany Towers’ dining room Monday through Friday. St. Barnabas’ programs promote healthy aging, prolonging independence, and enhancing the dignity of nearly 18,000 seniors annually. The organization operates two senior multipurpose centers, an adult day healthcare center and provides wellness and longevity programs to seniors in Mid-City and Hollywood. Bethany offers residents Hollywood history through its art deco architecture and décor. Comedian Jack Benny once lived in the penthouse, and the Andrew Sisters kept an entire floor for their guests.

and happy to see us—she lifts our spirits and brings us together—on walks and in discussions regarding everything from how to groom her fur to what costume to get her for Halloween (yes, I have become that person who buys costumes for her dog!). We’ve met more neighbors through Ginger who will run up to play with anyone she sees on the street. Instead of battling with my girls when it’s time to wake up for school, Ginger is the alarm clock of choice now. She licks them awake and has them giggling at 6:30 a.m. The kids have stepped up and are learning great lessons in patience and responsibility. Getting a dog (especially a puppy) is a huge step for a family, but if you and your kids are ready to make the commitment, you won’t regret it.

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Campen, emergency crew honored at Medical Center's 70th gala Area resident Dr. Angelique Campen and her team in the emergency department will be honored at the Providence St. Joseph Foundation fundraising gala. The event also celebrates Providence St. Joseph Medical Center’s 70-year anniversary

with a 1940s-era theme on Thurs., Nov. 21 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Globe Theater at Universal Studios Hollywood. A Foundation Board member and medical director of emergency services, Campen has worked at the Center’s

emergency department the past 14 years. “I am committed to Providence St. Joseph Medical Center and the efforts it makes to care for the community as well as the mission statement: “… we reveal God’s love for all,  especially the poor and

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added Campen. The department sees more than 200 patients a day, is a leader in treating infections, heart attacks and practices cutting-edge technology in stroke care and therapeutic hypothermia to save the brain after a cardiac arrest, she said. The proceeds of this event will go directly to equipment and facilities that will allow our department to continue to excel, practice the most cutting-edge medicine, and save lives. For tickets contact Jacquline.jordan@providence. org or call 818-757-4384.

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Church celebrates Oktoberfest Nov. 3 To ring in its 71st anniversary, Hope Lutheran Church will be rejoicing in grand style with an Oktoberfest luncheon on Sun., Nov. 3 with a 10:30 a.m. worship service that includes an array of music from singers, violinists, bands and choirs. A gourmet German luncheon with live entertainment follows.The event is free and open to everyone. Hope Lutheran Church is located at 6720 Melrose Ave.

Hutman forged connections with schools, non-profits and arts institutions, advancing Holocaust remembrance programming throughout the Samara Hutman city, an LAMOTH spokesman said. “Samara’s creative vision and passion will help further LAMOTH’s mission to commemorate and educate,” said E. Randol Schoenberg, president of the board. “We are confident that she will increase our outreach in the greater Los Angeles area in order to teach future generations about the history of the Holocaust.” Hutman replaces Mark Rothman who stepped down in December 2012. Schoenberg filled in as acting executive director until Hutman was hired Oct. 1.

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Internationally renowned photojournalist and Brookside resident Tish Lampert has just launched her latest publishing project, “America Speaks.” The book, made possible through a Nathan Cummings Foundation grant, is an archival collection of photographs, vignettes and commentary that captures the mood in the United States during the last 12 years, bearing witness to the political activism taking place in this post-Clinton era. “I started 13 years ago with the disputed election of 2000,” Lampert recently told the “Malibu Times.” “I had never seen the country so divided, and I wondered where political activism was going. I had just turned 50 and was fascinated because I couldn’t see a U.S. voice, post-Clinton. There no Larchmont cultural touchstone. ublisherwas of the So I started photographing Citizenthe Recognition Award stuff that wasn’t being ice to covered our community by the mainstream

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press.” Lampert traveled across the country to learn more about what its citizens were thinking and saying. What she found were many different voices rising up in protest. She covered the Occupy movement in New

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Larchmont. Among them are Chevalier’s Books, which has hosted weekly story times for children for decades and recently implemented a Mommy and Me music class. There are two toy stores, a yoga studio offering classes for minors and two counseling offices for children and adolescents including a substance abuse center, said Forbes. The City Attorney’s office is considering the alleged violations and is aware of the Dept. of Building and Safety order, “but we don’t have any further comment at this time,” said spokesman Frank Mateljan.

Frances McFall represents Area 3 on the Greater Wilshire board of directors. She was one of the founding members of the Council in 2001, and first served as an alternate. She became a school aide after raising six children. Frances currently serves as vice president of the Country Club Heights Neighborhood Association. Area 3 is bordered by Manhattan Place and Wilton Drive between 7th St. and Olympic Blvd.

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York, the rise of the Tea Party throughout the country, the Wisconsin protests regarding collective bargaining rights for public sector employees, political conventions and protest rallies. Lampert’s photojournalism career stretches back decades. Originally from New York City, She began her photojournalism work as a freelancer in London at “The London Times,” “The Evening Standard” and “Time Out Magazine.” She currently works as an United Nations photojournalist in New York City and Africa. Human rights issues are Lampert’s main focus. Her lens has captured the genocide in Rwanda and the atrocities in Bosnia. She was there for the 1992 riots in Los Angeles and the Caesar Chavez movement for migrant worker’s rights. Her “in the field” investigations include Human Rights Watch, The Africa Project, The Los Angeles School District, and US Doctors Without Borders.

hundreds of clients. *** We saw Laura Foti Cohen heading to Peet’s with a yoga mat under her arm. She has been enjoying the workouts at Robert Burns Park weekdays from 10 to 11 a.m. “We need more attendance,” she says. “There are great teachers, and it’s donationonly.” *** Grace Wong brought her daughter Christina and husband Charlie to the Larchmont Family Fair to introduce their infant son Quinten to the festivities, Grace told us at Chevalier’s Books.

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ACCEPTING DONATION for $2,200 to Wilshire Police from Wilshire Rotary Club are Capt. Eric Davis, Capt. Howard Leslie and Officer Geof Taff. At left are Therese Holz, Rotary project chair and Carolyn Ramsay, Fourth District Council office.

“I have created this book, as a citizen photojournalist, wanting to be able to speak for the people. It has been so humbling to have the privilege of photographing Americans from all walks of life and

telling the countless stories of so many everyday heroes,” she says. For more information on Lampert and her book, “America Speaks,” go to www.tishlampert.com.

Windsor Square Residents Invited to Attend Windsor Square Association’s Annual “Town Hall” Meeting on November 14 Residents of Windsor Square are invited to the Windsor Square Association annual “Town Hall” meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at The Ebell, 743 South Lucerne Boulevard (between Wilshire and 8th). Our meeting agenda will include a review of Association activities during 2012, block captains, public safety, land use issues and other community concerns and speeches by commanders of local police stations and other civic officials. Association directors for 2014 will be elected and the 2013 Squeaky Wheel award will be presented to a neighbor whose efforts improved the quality of life in Windsor Square. Our annual meeting is a good opportunity to meet, socialize and discuss issues of mutual concern with Association directors, block captains and other Windsor Square residents, and to meet with police officers, civic officials, private security companies and others who provide services to our neighborhood. The Windsor Square Association promotes public safety, social welfare, community education and the quality of living for residents of 1,100 homes in Windsor Square, between Beverly Boulevard on the north and Wilshire Boulevard on the south, and between Arden Boulevard on the west and Van Ness Avenue on the east. We look forward to seeing you there! The Windsor Square Association, an all-volunteer group of residents from 1100 households between Beverly and Wilshire and Van Ness and Arden, works to preserve and enhance our beautiful neighborhood. Join with us! Drop us a line at 157 N. Larchmont Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90004, or visit our website at windsorsquare.org. ADV.

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Weaver will donate collection to museum By Laura Eversz A visit to Suzie Henzie’s Citrus Ave. home feels like a trip to a museum. There, a three-

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Everything for the cook at new Bargain Fair

LOCAL RESIDENTS Marilyn Wells and Cara Esposito, third and fourth from left, join Patricia Brown and Cathy Hession to participate in the LIFTopolis project.

LIFTopolis to help reduce obstacles to poverty Investors, nonprofit leaders, elected officials and local residents came together in October to experience first-hand the complexities and frustrations of living with poverty in America. LIFTopolis, the name of the mock city, provided attendees an opportunity to embody how a resident must navigate a maze of service providers. Representing any major metropolitan city, LIFTopolis was created as a community where poverty is high and social service providers are understaffed, underfunded and

overburdened. Through the experience, organizers hoped to create innovative ideas for changes that will help lift community members out of poverty. LIFTopolis is the brainchild of the non-profit organization, LIFT-LA. Its goal is helping community members achieve economic stability and wellbeing. LIFT-LA, which is located at the Magnolia Place Family Center at 1910 Magnolia Ave., has committed to take on one of the ideas shared at the event to make it a reality.

Bargain Fair is a kitchen paradise… and a shopper’s dream since the new store opened its doors at 4635 W. Pico Blvd., across from Midtown Crossing shopping complex. Martini glasses to Cuisinarts, classic white dinner plates, stemware and brightly colored cloth napkins fill the shelves. There are Dutch ovens, woks and more cookware, coffee makers and microwaves. Home cooks rub elbows with chefs and restaurateurs in its roomy 5,500 square feet.

Owners Sheida and Jack Pourat found the new space after losing their lease at the smaller, original store, which is still open at Fairfax and Beverly. It is scheduled to close at the end of the year. Sheida’s father founded the store 38 years ago; she took over the reins two decades ago. The new shop is across from Lowe’s Home Improvement and Ross Dress-For-Less; the neighborhood includes many families and is up-and-coming, says Pourat. But the best part of the new

shop is the ample parking lot out front, she adds.

Shop, dine with Good Sam Auxiliary The annual gift shop preview and luncheon sponsored by the Good Samaritan Auxiliary is Mon., Nov. 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the hospital, 1225 Wilshire Blvd. The luncheon is $20. Checks can be sent to Christine Jardine Bourdeau, 306 Bora Bora Way #303, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292.

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Volunteers sought Support ovarian for Clothing cancer research Giveaway Dec. 8 at ‘Run for Her’ The National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles needs hundreds of volunteers to staff its Clothing Giveaway and community Resource Fair on Sun., Dec. 8, from 8 a.m. to noon. The annual event, which last year provided more than 5,000 people with 85,000 pieces of clothing, takes place— rain or shine—in the NCJW/ LA Council House parking lot at 543 N. Fairfax Ave. In addition, social service agencies will be distributing information about their programs and services at the Community Resource Fair, located in the Council House parking lot. “When we see thousands of people—of different ages, different backgrounds, speaking different languages—lined up around the block to get their bags of clothing, we know we are meeting an important need in the community,” said Amy Straus, NCJW/LA board member. Volunteers also are needed the day before the event to sort clothing. To volunteer or for more information about the event, call 323-852-8515 or email whw@ncjwla.org.

What began as a brainstorming session for a master’s thesis soon turned into the “Run for Her” 5K & Friendship Walk. Motivated by her mother’s 10-year battle with cancer and inspired by her continued courage, Kelli Sargent partnered with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and organized the 2005 inaugural event. Kelli’s mother, Nanci lost her fight to ovarian cancer, but her strength, inspiration and compassion continue through the annual event. This year’s “Run for Her” is on Sun., Nov. 10 at Pan Pacific Park. Registration opens at 7 a.m., opening ceremonies are at 8 a.m. and the run begins at 9 a.m. The course heads west on 3rd St. to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and back to Pan Pacific Park. A finish line festival features food, live entertainment, prizes and giveaways. To sign up, go to runforher. kintera.org.

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Book debut, Octoberfest keep party wheels turning Who says you can’t be chic on the cheap? “You can!” was the mantra at the St. Anne’s Guild annual fashion show in September at the St. Anne’s Foundation Room. Three-hundred ladies applauded the professional models who gave their time to wear clothing from St. Anne’s Thrift and Gift Shop on the runway. Highlights were an Armani cashmere coat and a cream lace mini-dress donated by actress Melanie Griffith. Lunching on artichoke and spinach stuffed chicken while deciding what to purchase were: Ashley Applegate, Aggie Sansone, Mary Toolen Roskam, Barbara Hardesty, Shamir Moorer, Emmy Van der Ahe, Pat Mattison, founder of St. Anne’s newest Auxiliary—Earth An-

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Patty Hill *** Interior designer legend Timothy Corrigan invited members of The French Heritage Society Southern California Chapter to his exquisite Rossmore Ave. home on Wed., Oct. 9. Corrigan debuted his book, “An Invitation to Chateau du Grand Luce,” a picto-

rial homage to the home in the Loire Valley he purchased in 2004 and restored to full French glory with his signature mix of continental elegance and California comfort. Eighty guests sipped champagne and nibbled pate on slices of crusty bread as they poured over signed copies which Society chairman Edie Frere pointed out is already climbing the prestigious Art Book Best Sellers list. Guests, who were also welcome to wander Corrigan’s home while supporting the French Heritage Society’s mission to restore historic places in France included: Christian Frere, Marcie Bronkar, Casey Coleford, Bill Stark, Kathleen Scheinfeld, Ginger Barnard, and Suzanne and Frederick Rheinstein. *** Later that same evening on Wilshire Blvd., 500 celebrants were dancing to Oom Pah Pah, (Please turn to page 19)

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Childhelp event includes luncheon, boutique Dec. 9 Shop for clothes, gifts, accessories at the Los Angeles County chapter of Childhelp’s annual Wonderland Luncheon and Boutique fundraiser beginning at 10 a.m., Mon., Dec. 9 at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel, 506 S. Grand Ave. The organization’s largest fundraiser of the year will feature more than 20 vendors. There will also be treats from Santa’s Kitchen. Proceeds from the event will benefit residential treatment centers, National Help Line, foster care and group homes, advocacy centers and other on-going programs sup-

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Junior League’s Harvest Boutique raises funds for multiple projects

AT ST. ANNE’S fashion show were Ashley Applegate and Shamir Moorer.

BOOK DEBUT. Kathleen Scheinfeld and author Timothy Corrigan at French Heritage Society event.

The annual Harvest Boutique takes place on Sun., Nov. 24 at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel. A fundraiser sponsored by the Junior League of Los Angeles, the event will include recognition of two community leaders. The Community Achievement Award will go to Susan Sarich, and the Spirit of Voluntarism Award will be received by Jill Baldauf. Vendors will be on hand to

offer holiday gift items. League members contribute more than 60,000 volunteer hours per year to improve the lives of women and children through service projects, advocacy efforts and awareness programs. League members serve on the boards of nonprofit agencies and government commissions. They advocate on issues of public policy and members organize model community programs.

CORRECTION The Ebell Playwright Prize is accepting submissions until Dec. 30, 2013 (not March 4, 2014 as reported). Judging will take place from Jan. 2 until March 4, 2014. The winner will be announced on April 1. The prize is $6,000 and a staged reading of the play with a supper to follow at the Ebell of Los Angeles on Sun., May 4. The contest is open to any woman living in California to submit a full-length play. Ebell employees and board members are prohibited from participating.

DAUGHTER OF Los Altos building’s architect, Sally Mayo Hagland, visits with Arax and Allen Gross at “Octoberfest.”

AT AUTHOR’S PARTY. Edie Frere and Casey Coleford; Suzanne and Frederick Rheinstein at French Heritage Society book debut.

'Around the Town' with Patty Hill (Continued from page 18) tunes of “Octoberfest” at the iconic Los Altos Apartments. Hand-rolled cigars were lit, custom beer steins were filled and an “Ice” bar dispensed vodka and tequila shots. The line was long and winding to the famous William Randolph Hearst suite on the building’s second floor where an opulent array of deserts lay under a bower of autumn roses. Partying long and late (while supporting HOLA’s after-school

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Fall is a great time of year at Cathedral Chapel School. October was filled with school field trips and great events like Family Fun Night, the Larchmont Family Fair, and the Halloween Carnival. At Family Fun Night, students and their families played bingo, enjoyed tacos and danced in the schoolyard with our own DJ Mr. Danny Gonzalez. The Fall Raffle winners were picked at the end of the party, and the fundraiser netted a profit of more than $20,000

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By Sela Sourapas 6th Grade O c t o b e r is one of the best months at Campbell Hall. Why? The PTC picnic and the Halloween Parade! The Aloha

to furnish our new science lab and fine arts classroom. Our student ambassadors manned the school booth and volunteers from CCS sold delicious Korean cuisine to our neighbors and fellow Angelenos at the Larchmont Family Fair. A few days later, at the Halloween Carnival, students and teachers came to school in their costumes for a day of class parties, games, and a parade with prizes for the best costumes.

Campbell Hall PTC Picnic is an all-school on-campus gathering with food, arts & crafts, karaoke, bingo, rock climbing wall and the famous cake walk. Each class sponsored a game booth run by parents. There was even a chance to dunk a teacher, coach or principal in the dunking machine! The Aloha Room featured student bands, singers, dancers and comedians. The 6th grade girls joined the varsity and junior varsity cheerleaders to cheer on the Vikings at the homecoming game. Students are encouraged to pack a trash-free lunch for the Waste-Not-Wednesday lunch program. Please use Tupperware, reusable bottles, cloth napkins, etc., to live green. Halloween is a special celebration with a Halloween Parade and classroom parties. The costumes on both students and teachers are always inventive. Happy Halloween!

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By Krista Gelev 12th Grade November is always a busy time of year. A flood of spirited students will wind through the boulevards of Los Feliz and back to campus for the celebration that is the culmination of the school’s only major fundraiser—the annual 10K Walk. October marked a school-wide effort to raise funds to support the school’s academic programs and facilities. Students were persuaded to donate in part by the incentive of colorful school-sponsored apparel, but also because the fundraiser is such a vital part of the Immaculate Heart’s identity. November is also a time of spiritual renewal and community service on campus. The month starts with the annual All Saint’s Day Liturgy, celebrating the impact and inspiration of the past upon the present. The middle school begins their annual Adopt-A-Family drive while the high school holds the food drive for Casa Esperanza, a food pantry and education center founded by members of the Immaculate Heart community to serve the residents of an impoverished Panorama City neighborhood. Prospective members of the Immaculate Heart High School class of 2018 are invited to participate in Academic Play Day on Sat., Nov. 23. Current eighth graders from all middle schools are encouraged to RSVP through the Immaculate Heart website.

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By Hays Johnson 8th grade O c t o b e r started off with a bang with the start of Fight 2B Fit, an annual fitness program and competition among schools throughout the country. The goal is simple: perform exercises, answer quizzes about nutrition, and complete challenges such as eating fruit with every meal. These actions award you points, leading your school towards victory. Last year ESLA scored first in the country, and we intend to keep our title. Our football team competed in the first ever school sports competition against another school. Though not as experienced as our competitors, we more than made up for it in determination, effort, and sportsmanship. The scoreboard said we lost, but our players and coaches put their all into the game, and ultimately played an amazing game. Last but not least, ESLA took part in AIDS Walk Los Angeles. Many members of the faculty and student body joined the event, lending their time to a great cause. Money was raised, support shown and everyone had a good time as a group.

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Margaret Combs 11th Grade The first quarter of the school year has finally come to a close, and girls prepared costumes for Pumpkin Day. During October, the seniors chose and presented their class mascot, Winnie the Pooh, to the school, and girls and their fathers participated in the annual Father-Daughter picnic, which was held at UCLA and featured a multitude of activities such as football, rounds of tugof-war and the father-daughter egg toss. Students and faculty attended an all-school meeting led by the Marlborough Student Charitable Fund, an organization run by students in grades 10-12 that aims to help underprivileged women and girls in Los Angeles. During the meeting, the school heard from members of organizations that MSCF has donated to in the past, such as MOSTE, which aims to give its girls the abilities necessary to apply to and graduate from 4 year colleges, and WriteGirl, which provides girls with creative writing opportunities. Last year, MSCF’s event, held at the Avalon in Hollywood, featured a fashion show and a si-

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school news Volunteers plant butterfly garden at Wilshire Crest Community volunteers gathered at Wilshire Crest Elementary School recently to help make the campus at 5241 Olympic Blvd. a healthier, more sustainable learning en-

vironment. Their efforts were part of the Green Apple Day of Service, an initiative from the Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council.

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To start off another marvelous school year, students enjoyed the annual Mrs. Nelson’s Book Fair! Books for every grade and taste were available to everybody wanting to buy. Echo Horizon School is committed to its community. Once again, families and faculty helped out by participating in Coastal Cleanup Day. Our assigned site was at Kronenberg Park, adjacent to the school. Volunteers met there and collected over 260 pounds of garbage! Spooks were at every turn when the Halloween Carnival came to school. Parents, dressed up in a variety of clever costumes, manned the sweet concession stands and worked at the different ghoulish games scattered throughout the fair. Prizes were given out at all the activities. Twenty-six miles across the coast of California, 5th graders went on an educational adventure to the island of Catalina. They enjoyed many activities, including snorkeling, swimming, kayaking, hiking, and even went on an educational scavenger hunt to find various species of animals and plants around the island.

We recently toured the new LCS middle and high school campus. The bright and beautiful campus at Lafayette Park, near downtown, goes from 6th to 10th grade, with plans to expand the grades and the building in the future. The school will use the park across the street for sports and physical education. The building was designed by Welton Beckett, the same architect who designed the Capitol Records Building. There is a central courtyard so every classroom has natural light. The school has five stories, 22 classrooms and 425 students. We interviewed the Algebra teacher, Cori Doherty, a new teacher at LCS. “How do you like teaching at LCS so far?” we asked. “I have been teaching for four years, and this is my best year. I’m really enjoying it,” Cori said. At the Hollygrove elementary campus, they’ve created a student council for the first time! Both 4th and 5th graders may run for an office, but only 5th graders are allowed to run for president. We are excited about the growth happening at LCS.

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Lana Mingasson 4th Grade Melrose Elementary School has recently been participating in the Global Cardboard Challenge, organized by Ola May, a parent at Melrose. All of the classes team up into groups. The first day of the event we plan our ideas. We used our laptops to make models of the game we had chosen. On the second day, we started building

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Jasper Gough 4th grade Some people are counting down the days until Thanksgiving vacation. Many students happily remember the Curtis Fair last month, in which they played lots of games and even went on new rides like Water Wars. This month, Curtis students still have lots of other activities to enjoy like helping the homeless, field trips and talent shows. The 6th graders will go to the Saint Joseph Center to make food

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our games. We used boxes, tubes and other recycled materials. The next day was the improve phase. The fourth day was the last building day. Finally, we took turns watching and playing the games. Ford Becerril, 4th grade, said “the cardboard challenge was a big success. It was really fun and creative.” Many other people commented, and everybody had fun. I asked my friend, Mathilde Espinosa, also in 4th grade, why she liked the part when we choose our materials. She said, “It was really fun because we had to choose the perfect materials for our games.” Over all, I think that everyone had a great time being engineers. for the homeless. Fourth graders have several exciting field trips to look forward to this month. We will visit the Aquarium of the Pacific. That sounds like it will be a great trip. Two weeks later, we will go to the Natural History Museum. I am sure we will have an amazing time there. Towards the end of the month, students can look forward to exciting events at school. Students in kindergarten through 3rd grade will have fun at the Turkey Trot. In the afternoon, the upper elementary students will have a great talent show. This is going to be a great month.

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school news Third Street

By Olivia Brancato 5th grade At Third Street we have a new assistant principal, elementary instructional specialist Mr. Lester Powell. Mrs. Walker was promoted to be the principal at Ambler Gifted Magnet School. Our principal, Dr. Suzie Oh is getting the nickname the “Principal Maker” because at least eight staff members have been promoted to be principals in recent years! Our wonderful drama teacher Mr. Pratt is putting on a short play, “Hamlet,” for 5th grade only. Mrs. Caruso’s 3rd graders are going to be casting for the annual “Grinch” play. Friends of Third is having two fundraisers this month. First there is a 1980s themed adult Gala at Wilshire Country Club on Nov. 2. Then Friends of Third and the Korean Dual Language Program are having our 2nd annual golf tournament fundraiser on Nov. 9. Coach Angel is forming a basketball team after school. They will play teams from other schools. And the PTA is having a canned food drive so families in need can have a happy Thanksgiving.

Turning Point

By Sidney Gubernick 8th Grade As the excitement of the start of the school year is dying down, Turning Point students are settling in and readying themselves for the year ahead. As always, the middle school camping trip was a huge success, giving the students a chance to spark new friendships and rekindle the old. As a Level 8 student, I have earned the privilege of attempting the treacherous ropes course during the trip. I, being afraid of heights, didn’t enjoy myself terribly, but it was a great way to challenge ourselves! The whole camp was abuzz with summer adventures like stand-up paddle boarding in Kauai, connecting to family history in Bermuda and trips all across the globe. The back-to-school picnic was another great way to begin the year, filled with fun activities and lots of food. I may or may not have eaten four times my weight in quesadillas! An exciting addition to our curriculum is our new website and student database. Both can be used by parents, teachers, and students, providing an all-in-one resource for all the members of the Turning Point community.

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Tie-dye workshop, cooking class at Huntington Families can make art to dye for or cook up some authentic dishes from the days of the California missions at The Huntington, 1151 Oxford Road in San Marino.

Kids ages seven to 12, accompanied by an adult, will explore the natural science behind art using plant dyes and tie-dye printing techniques on Sat., Nov. 9 from

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STUDENTS donned costumes to march in a Heritage Parade. Photo by Tara McVicar

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Hancock Park celebrated students’ diversity at Festival More than 700 people attended the World Cultures & Community Festival held last month at Hancock Park Elementary School at 408 S. Fairfax Blvd. The second annual familyfriendly event featured musical and dance performances, face-painting and henna tattoos, sports and a LACMA-led art project, as well as a variety of ethnically diverse food.

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By William Choi 8th Grade We have had a variety of field trips taken and to be taken at Saint Gregory Nazianzen School this year. Recently, we attended the county fair and the Christian 4 Life event, and it was very entertaining and educational. During the trip to the county fair we had a lot of fun. We had so many rides to go on and different food to eat that in six hours we couldn’t do everything. This trip is one of my personal favorites and I know that it is for many other people too. The Christian 4 Life Event was also memorable for grades 6-8 because we attended Mass with several other Catholic schools from all over California. The highlight was meeting Archbishop Jose Gomez and listening to the message of valuing human life and dignity.

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By Charles Wyson 8th Grade O c t o b e r brings many things to our school such as the Halloween play and parade. Every year the 8th graders put on the Halloween play to entertain the younger grades. The 8th graders spend much of October preparing for the play. They also get to decide who wins best costume for each grade at the annual

In addition was a Children’s Heritage Parade showcasing students in costumes representing Korea, Japan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Israel, Latin America, Turkey and Jamaica. According to Jessie Nagel, one of the organizers of the event, the Festival celebrated the diversity of the student body at Hancock Park School, where more than two-dozen languages are spoken.

BUCKLEY

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Here at Buckley October was a busy month. We had many events going on, from fieldtrips to Founder’s Day. The 5th graders went to Pali Mountain, a great place to learn about teamwork. They did rope courses and climbing and had lots of fun. This year is the 80th anniversary of The Buckley School. Relatives of the school’s founder came to the school to talk about what Buckley was like many years ago. Founder’s Day was a great day! The Lower School had its annual book fair. We thank Scholastic and some other book fair chairs for making this happen. We also have an upcoming event that you might want to attend. Buckley’s fall musical, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, is Nov. 14 to Nov. 16. We hope to see you there! Halloween parade. With the second month of school comes the first Family Movie Night of the year. This includes a fun showing of a movie and a great chance to win some awesome prizes. When October comes around you know that you’re approaching the end of the first quarter and high school applications are getting closer and closer.

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By Paula Mendoza 11th Grade Marymount’s first quarter may be coming to a close, but Marymount Sailors will not slow down! Students and teachers alike worked hard to complete midterms. Fall sports ended with a bang, winter sport athletes are getting in condition for try-outs, while the Marymount Players are hard at work on the fall play, “Much Ado About Nothing.” Additionally, many students from different schools attended the annual Halloween dance, Scarymount, for some good fun. Following the decades-old tradition, big and little sisters gathered for the Capping and Pinning Ceremony, where juniors and seniors capped and pinned their little sisters, respectively. This year’s Inspiring Boldness Speaker Series kicked off with Dr. Kathy Magliato, the author of “Healing Hearts: a Memoir of a Female Heart Surgeon.” She is one of fewer than 12 practicing female heart surgeons in the world today. Later in the month, Dr. Catherine Steiner-Adair, author of “The Big Disconnect: Protecting Childhood and Family Relationships in the Digital Age,” spoke.

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ark and what it must have been like. Though the older students were not allowed inside, they eagerly crowded around, watching the younger kids and the animals interact. Another event in the schoolyard was an informal concert by some guitar players. In order to advertise their after school program, the guitar teachers came and gave a short performance for a group of students at recess. They also imparted a few basic pointers. Many of the listeners were inspired to sign up for the program.

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own environments. Spencer Dore, a Hollywood Schoolhouse 4th grader who attended the event, said he learned that “six out of 10 kids get bullied in schools.” The students are looking forward to meeting up again with Senator Lieu when their class visits Sacramento in the spring. Monica Harmon (from Speak Out Against Bullying, Inc.) organized the event, and speakers included LAPD Deputy Chief Terry Hara, Kimberly Rodriguez from the Office of Los Angeles Mayor, Eric Garcetti, Arquimides Pacheco from the Trevor Project, Monica Trasandes, GLAAD (The Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation) and representatives from The Museum of Tolerance.

By Adina Dror 6th Grade Excitement filled the playground this month. Early Childhood brought in an animal farm. The children were all enthusiastic to climb in the pen and play. There were goats, rabbits, ducks, and a pig. This activity helped give the children an enhanced understanding of Noah’s

By Isabel Arroyo 6th Grade The Hollywood Schoolhouse was very proud to host a Los Angeles Regional Anti-Bullying Kick Off event in October that began a month-long focus on bullying in Los Angeles. Hollywood Schoolhouse 4th graders discussed the adverse effects of bullying with California State Senator Ted Lieu, along with representatives from local TV and radio stations. They also discussed how other schools can stop bullying in their

Pilgrim

By Nico Kachikis 5th Grade The Pilgrim ship has just returned from an amazing schoolwide journey! Inspired by the book and film “In the Footsteps of Marco Polo” by writer, photographer, documentarian, and explorer Denis Belliveau, Pilgrim students studied the cultures, history, and geography of the lands that Marco Polo explored. Each grade did a project related to Marco Polo and his journey from Venice to China. In 5th grade, with the help of secondary students, we did modern-day cartography. We created a website based on each major city in Marco Polo’s journey. My group did Venice, Italy, the starting point of his trip. We wrote about the culture and history of this amazing man-made island and even posted videos of their carnival and photos of typical Venetian food, art, and struggles with the annual flooding, called “Agua Alta.” Other student groups made catapults, had geo-cache scavenger hunts, painted Islamic patterned tiles and learned a traditional Chinese dance. At the end of the week, we celebrated with a potluck lunch.

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By Kate Hutchins 6th Grade October was a busy month for St. James' students. The kindergarteners kicked it off with a fantastic bake sale to benefit Save The Children, an organization which helps kids in 120 countries have a better life by giving them an education and family assistance. The money raised will go towards helping two of those children in need. Our 6th graders spent three amazing days at Astro Camp in Idyllwild led by our fabulous science teacher Ms. Rodrigues. Students learned about space, how to build a rocket ship, and many other exciting activities. We had a great time being with our friends while learning. Last but not least, we had our annual Halloween parade on our playground. Teachers and staff came in creative, funny costumes, and each grade created different theme masks to show off to the school. This year, our third grade made paper masks decorated with fabric, jewels and drawings, oh my! Since we have a new art teacher this year, all the masks were different in style from prior years, but as BOOtiful as always!

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school news By Laura Strong 12th Grade The Los Angeles High School JROTC team competed in Carson City during a parade against about 20 schools. Our team was all about precision as students competed as part of three different groups—a color guard, armed drill team and an unarmed drill team. Not only did our school rank first in both color guard

and unarmed drill team, but the Romans won first overall. Unfortunately for the armed drill team, there was no other team to compete against, leaving them without a place. Staff Sergeant (SSG) Washington, one of the instructors, had nothing but praise for the 21 cadets taken to the parade, saying that they did an outstanding job. Congratulations! Meanwhile, the Roman boys’ water polo team started off their season strong. After playing six games this season, the four-time consecutive league champs are, thus far, undefeated in the Southern League.

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Alice Lee, Zoey Kim and Klara Kaupanger-Swacker 4th grade At Wilshire Private School, we often celebrate holidays and major events. So far, we celebrated the Korean Thanksgiving. We made Songpyuns (Korean rice cakes) and we danced a Korean traditional dance called gang-gang-swulae. We went to Pierce College Farm Center. We visited a pumpkin patch in the farm center, and we also went through a corn maze and looked at animals. And best of all, we went on a hayride! We have awesome enrichment classes. On Mondays and Wednesdays, we have Korean fan dance classes. This year, our great fan dance performers are going to perform at the Larchmont Fair! On a Friday, once a month, we have movie nights! We serve dinner and we can invite friends. Also, after the movie, we play games and give out prizes. So far, we watched the movie “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs.” We are an awesome school and you’re more than welcome to visit!

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Jillian Zeron 8th Grade The month of October has gone by very quickly. Our girls’ Bee volleyball team was very excited to bring back a huge trophy for placing first in the St. Isabel tournament. Seventh and 8th grade students joined thousands of other students for the Holy Childhood Appreciation Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels. Our students also participated in the great Earthquake ShakeOut. Our school hosted High School Night and representatives from 13 high schools gave presentations to 6th, 7th and 8th grade students and their families to help them make informed choices. Students are excited about the upcoming Halloween Fair. We will have game booths, art activities and even a haunted house!

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By Samuel Bernardy 5th Grade I hope you love reading because the Scholastic BookFair is coming up this month! Our goal is to promote literacy amongst our students as well as worldwide. Therefore, our 4th and 5th grade class will also run a book drive the following week, with the help of BookEnds, so that we can deliver books to children in other schools who lack books in their school libraries. For nature lovers, we have our educational “Nature Walk” field trip for the elementary students. We look forward to the hike! This month, we also celebrate Thanksgiving! We have an entire school potluck planned. Thanksgiving week starts off with enrichment days and then school is closed for us to spend the holiday with family and friends.

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CELEBRITIES JOINED members of the L.A. Drama Club on stage at a recent fundraiser at The Magic Castle. “New Girl” star Max Greenfield performed a scene from Shakespeare with, from left, Rebecca Andres-Tysch, Ezra Andres-Tysch and Mma-Syrai, in the foreground, as Cleopatra.

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Local artists and businesses will be sharing their wares at the annual St. Brendan Holiday Boutique on Fri., Dec. 6 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The annual event raises funds for classroom projects at the school at 238 S. Manhattan Place. Solvang Bakery will offer personalized gingerbread houses, cookies and winter pastries. “Their gingerbread houses are really works of art,” said Boutique co-chairman Lizzy Martinez. Other vendors include Stella and Dot jewelry, Provenceinspired linens from Lavender Blue, Little John’s Candies from the original Farmer’s Market, and handmade cards from Pelhams Paperie. Live poinsettias, garland sand wreaths will be available, and Larchmont Blvd. stores including Landis Labyrinth, Flicka and Larchmont Village Florist will be represented. Boutique co-chair with Martinez is Kim Blando, assisted by Julie Hoegee.

Autry Turkey Trot The 5K/10K Turkey Trot at the farmer's market at The Autry begins at 8 a.m. on Sat., Nov. 16. The event includes running, food, live music, games and free gifts. In addition are a 1K Kids Dash for ages five and over, and a 20M Turkey Toddle for ages two to five. For a discounted registration fee, bring a frozen turkey to be donated to the L.A. Food Bank. Go to theautry.org/programs/family-activities for more information.

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school news Choir performances to benefit Cathedral Chapel The school choir will join the church choirs for an annual celebration to raise funds for the parish. The theme of this year’s “Touch and Heal the World” concert fundrais-

ing event is “Wish Upon A Star.” The choirs, along with a live orchestra, will perform theme songs from favorite Disney movies. Performances will take

place on Sat., Nov. 9 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Barnsdall Gallery Theatre, located at 4800 Hollywood Blvd. Tickets are $20. Visit www.cathedralchapel.org.

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SWINGING FOR THE FENCES: Delia Mizrahi at the plate during a Wilshire Softball Fall League game. Courtesy of Danette Mitchell Photography

Wilshire Softball partners with UCLA; sign up now The Wilshire Softball League is gearing up for the upcoming spring season, and girls ages five to 12 can register now at wilshiresoftball.com. According to league vice president Adam Glickman, spaces are expected to fill up fast. “The league is introducing some exciting new programs and partnerships, including becoming the ‘little sister league’ to UCLA Softball, the winning-est Women’s NCAA softball program in history,” said Glickman. The partnership will kick off in late January with a full day clinic for Wilshire players hosted by UCLA’s head coach Kelly Inouye-Perez, assistant coaches Lisa Fernandez and Kirk Walker and members of the UCLA Softball team.

“Wilshire players will learn the mechanics of offense and defense, pitching and catching and mental training, and see a hitting demonstration by the Bruins,” said Glickman. “Most importantly, Wilshire girls will get to meet the UCLA players and start little sister/ big sister relationships that will carry throughout the entire season,” he added. The Wilshire Girls Softball spring season runs from early February through April, with practices held during the week and games every Saturday at Lemon Grove and Queen Anne parks. An All-Star season follows for top players in each age group. For more information, go to the website at www. wilshiresoftball.com.

Halloween candy buyback program benefits troops Are you tired of watching your kids eat candy for weeks and weeks after Halloween? Or maybe you’re just tired of being tempted to dig into their buckets yourself. Dr. Jonathan Engel of Southern California Dental Health Association has a grand idea to break this vicious cycle. In an effort to reduce gingivitis and decay, he will be giving away dollars in exchange for cavity-causing candy. Trick-or-treaters can bring their excess candy and receive $1 per pound for up to five pounds for all unopened, un-

eaten candy. “Ditch the candy, that’s what we’re saying… we want to encourage and teach preventative care,” says Dr. Engel. By donating their candy, kids can still have all the fun of trick-or-treating, but now their piggy banks will get a boost as well. The candy will then be shipped to troops overseas through Operation Gratitude. Candy will be collected on Fri., Nov. 1 through Fri., Nov. 8 at 5901 W. Olympic Blvd., Ste. 205. For more info, call 323-9343341.

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school news Olympic Division seeks shoes for holiday drive The Los Angeles Police Department’s Olympic Division is seeking donations of new shoes for its annual “Operation Shoes from Santa.” According to Olympic senior

lead officer Heidi Stoecklein, the shoes will be distributed to underprivileged school-age children on Thurs., Dec. 12 at 5 p.m. at an event that will also feature real snow, Santa’s

Workshop and a visit by Santa and his elves. Shoes can be dropped off at the Olympic station, 1130 S. Vermont Ave. For more information, call Stoecklein at 213-793-0649.

st. james’ episcopal school Engaging heart, mind, and spirit

SPORTING GRASS SKIRTS representing the Hawaiian booth at last year's World's Fair were Exie Bella Pitoc, a second grader at Larchmont Charter, and her little brother, Enzo.

Larchmont Charter World's Fair celebrates diversity Larchmont Charter Elementary and Middle schools will host the 6th annual World's Fair on Sat., Nov. 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will be held at Larchmont Charter's primary campus at 815 N. El Centro Ave. Open to the public, the Fair will include booths offering native foods and drinks. Among activities are games, prizes, a bouncy slide, cultur-

al entertainment and homecooked food and crafts from more than 15 countries. "The World's Fair celebrates our diverse student body and the rich cultural heritage of our families," said head of School Kristen Droege. "This fun-filled event brings the school and neighborhood together for a day of delicious food, games and entertainment in which everyone proudly participates.

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PTA hosts Fall Festival at Wilshire Park The 8th annual Fall Festival, which benefits Wilshire Park Elementary School, is on Fri., Nov. 1 from 1 to 5 p.m. on the school yard at 4063 Ingraham St. The event begins with a parade of costumed students. Food booths will feature hot dogs, pizza, nachos and Korean food. In addition to a haunted house, activities include a petting zoo, pumpkin patch, face painting, football and bean

Preschoolers learn iPads are not toys “iPads are tools, not toys,” said Lisa Kim, principal at the Korean Youth & Community Center’s preschool at 1140 Crenshaw Blvd. The school, for children ages two and one-half to five, recently distributed iPads to its 72 students that represent multiple ethnicities. “We pride our school in the average length of time of the teachers,” said Kim. “This ensures that the kids are not subject to high turnover.” The center opened 13 years ago, and most of the teachers have been there more than 11 years.

bag tosses, tricycle and potato sack races and more. Attendees can purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win an iPad Mini, Android tablet, or iTunes gift card. For tickets or more information, go to wilshireparkrockets.com.

TreePeople teams up with Lycee for campus greening The Burbank campus of the Lycee International de Los Angeles boasts 13 new shade trees and almost 300 California native plants following a greening project in October with the environmental group TreePeople. The bilingual preschool through 12th grade school, which opened to students in late August, had been transformed from a former General Motors training facility to a campus for 263 students. At the time, much of the property was covered in asphalt. Following its removal, TreePeople’s Pam Gibson and Dede Devlin, also a school parent, led teachers, students and families in the planting to create a natural oasis in the quad of the new campus.

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Fall prevention, meditation, citizenship classes on calendar this month FAIRFAX LIBRARY 161 S. Gardner St. 323-936-6191 Adults Seated Yoga: Taught by

Carol Dickman for adults and seniors is on Fri., Nov. 1, 8 and 15 at 1:30 p.m. L.A. Quiltmakers Guild: Hands-on demonstrations.

Beginners welcome. Meets Sat., Nov. 2, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Book Club: Meets Tues., Nov. 5 at 10:30 a.m. Call library for book selection.

Cathedral Chapel School Invites Preschoolers with Parents/Guardians To

KIDS DREW a mural for October Big Draw LA at Wilshire Library.

Breakfast with Santa Sunday, December 8 10:30 AM – 12 Noon Parking available in the schoolyard off 8th St.

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First Thursday Films: Come see a classic or new movie on Thurs., Nov. 7 at 2:30 p.m. Free popcorn. Friends of the Library: Discuss ways to help the library on Tues., Nov. 12, 11 a.m. M.S. Support Group: For those who have or care for people with multiple sclerosis, Thurs., Nov. 21, 6 to 7:30 p.m. TV Writers Group: Discuss and critique your scripts on Sat., Nov. 9 and 23 at 3:30 p.m. New members must submit a script to join. Computer Comfort: Handson training on the computer on Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. Fall Prevention: Learn how to keep your balance on Tuesdays, 2:30 to 4 p.m. Sponsored by Jewish Family Services. Book Sale: Lots of deals on used books and more on Wednesdays, noon to 4 p.m. FREMONT LIBRARY 6121 Melrose Ave. 323-962-3521 Children Preschool Storytime: Kids to 5 years old can hear stories, sing songs, and say rhymes on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Adults Seated Yoga: Taught by Carol Dickman for adults and seniors is on Fri., Nov. 1, 8 and 15 at 11:30 a.m. Friends of the Library Book Sale: Book and cd deals on Sat., Nov. 2, noon to 4 p.m. Meditation Workshop: Learn how to de-stress on Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m. Book Club: Meets Tues., Nov. 12 at 6:30 p.m. Call library for book selection. MEMORIAL LIBRARY 4625 W. Olympic Blvd. 323-938-2732 Children Babies and Books: Children ages infant to 1 year can hear stories, songs and rhymes on Wed., Nov. 13 and 27, 11 a.m. Teens Fun & Games: All Ages. Meet Wednesdays from noon to 5 p.m. to play Chinese mah jong, Scrabble, Battleship, and other games. Chess Club: All levels welcome to come play chess on Thursdays, 6 to 7 p.m. Adults First Friday Book Club: Call library for book title. Meets on Fri., Nov. 1 at 1 p.m.

Friends of the Library Book Sale: Deals on books, cds and dvds on Tuesdays from 12:30 to 5 p.m and Saturdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday Night @ the Movies: See a classic or new movie on Tuesdays at 5 p.m. Free popcorn. Call branch for title. Sahaja Meditation: Learn meditation on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Computer Comfort Class: Computer basics on Thursdays from 1 to 2 p.m. or go online: www.laplcomputerclass.blogspot.com. Knitting Circle: Meets Saturdays at 10 a.m. All levels welcome to come spin a yarn. WILSHIRE LIBRARY 149 N. St. Andrews Place 323-957-4550 Children Baby's Sleepy Storytime: For ages infant to 2 years. Arrive in your pajamas for lullabies and stories, check out some board books and then home to bed on Mon., Nov. 4, 18 and 25 from 6 to 6:15 p.m. Hawai'ian Music: Debbie Poppink performs Hawai'ian music for kids of all ages on Tues., Nov. 5 from 4 to 5 p.m. Preschool Storytime: Kids ages 3 to 5 years can hear stories, sing songs and check out picture books on Wednesdays, from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Teens Teen Council: Come discuss books, movies, music and manga on Thurs., Nov. 14 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Adults Adult Computer Class: Learn the basics of the internet and working on a computer on Sat., Nov. 16 and 30 from 2 to 3 p.m. Citizenship Classes: Free classes on how to become a citizen, Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. How to get a Green Card: Nelson A. Castillo, immigration attorney, discusses how to get a green card on Wed., Nov. 20, 6 to 8 p.m.

Library Hours

Mon., Weds. – 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Tues., Thurs. – 12:30 - 8 p.m. Fri., Sat. – 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Libraries closed: Veteran's Day, Mon., Nov. 11; Thanksgiving, Thurs., Nov. 28 and Fri., Nov. 29

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Willows School hears talk on helping boys

THE KINDERGARTEN CLASS at St. Brendan School, taught by Stacy Herman and Lillian Lopez, collected diapers for the babies at Alexandria House. The transitional residence provides a temporary home to women and their children who are moving from emergency shelter to permanent housing. To find out how you can help, go to Alexandriahouse.org.

Rosalind Wiseadolescent girls, man, international Wiseman spoke expert on chilof her new dren, parenting guide for helpand bullying, was ing boys, “Maswelcomed to Wilterminds and lows Community Wingmen.” As the mother School in Culver of two boys, her City in October. A bestselling aunew book pulls back the curtain thor whose previon “boy world,” ous book “Queen Bees and Wan- GUIDE aims to help creating a roadnabes” focused on boys. map for parents,

teachers and leaders to better understand boys and provide the critical support they need to succeed and be happy. The book focuses on helping boys cope with schoolyard power, locker-room tests, girlfriends and the new rules of “boy world.” A Q&A session and booksigning followed the talk. For more information on the author, visit www.rosalindwiseman.com.

Zimmer to bestow L.A. Unified hosts Discovery awards 5K, health festival Zimmer Children’s Museat Dodger Stadium um’s Discovery Award Dinner The Los Angeles Unified School District will partner with the L.A. Dodgers for the 5K “Move It” Challenge and Health Festival at Dodger Stadium on Sat., Nov. 16. The event aims to raise awareness about the importance of physical activity and a healthy lifestyle among students, employees and community members, while raising funding for the District’s new Wellness Centers. The Centers offer health and wellness programs and services along with primary prevention education, career programs and parent education. The Festival kicks off at 8:30 a.m.; the run/walk begins at 9 a.m. The Health Festival starts at 2 p.m. Register onsite, or go to moveit.lausd.net

will take place on Thurs., Nov. 14 at the Beverly Hills Hotel. The 13th annual event honors extraordinary leaders in their fields and communities. This year’s awardees are Margaret Loesch, founding president and chief executive officer of the Hub Network; David Madden, president of Fox Television Studios, and Sanford Michelman, founding partner and chair of Michelman & Robinson, LLP. “The honorees all embody the qualities of true leaders both in their communities and in their professional lives. We are proud to celebrate all of their accomplishments,” said Sheryl Wachtel, Zimmer board member and dinner chairperson. Sponsorship and ticket information can be found at gala.zimmermuseum.org.

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