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SECTION ONE

‘Bungalow’ to open as a retail, bakery and food service Red velvet pancakes among specialties

PETS OF LARCHMONT 19 - 22 MORE MEETINGS on Crenshaw. 6 TOUR historic homes on June.

ROTH honored by France. 14 SHE SITS and she sings. 20

ROCK 'N ROLL, they like it. 39

Larchmont Bungalow is planning to open this month, serving red velvet pancakes, mini-size “slider” omelets and other specialty items on the menu. The two-section Bungalow will include a bakery and retail shop where coffees, teas, flowers and cookbooks will be sold under a 16-foot redwood ceiling. Still up in the air is whether the site, at 107 N. Larchmont Blvd., will be a sit-down restaurant or a take- out. Owner of the property Albert Mizrahi is seeking to open as the former. He applied with the city for a zone change. Currently the space is permitted as a take-out and does not allow seating, as the Boulevard has a 10-restaurant limit which is maxed out and regulated by the Q condition. Under the take-out permit okayed for Larchmont See Bungalow, p. 12

City Attorney at Hancock Park annual meeting Security on agenda

SECTION TWO Real Estate Home & Garden

HOME SALES steady.

LOYAL PATRONS go west to Koontz. 3 HAROLD HENRY was a formidable councilman. 6

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New city attorney Carmen Trutanich will speak at the annual meeting of the Hancock Park Homeowners Assoc. on Tues., Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. at Marlborough School. Representatives from security firms SSA Security and ADT/Bel Air Patrol will discuss their services. Councilman Tom LaBonge will update residents about local issues. Members of the Historical Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ) board will give a status report. Cindy Chvatal, Association president, said the meeting will also include a talk on water conservation. Election of board members will take place. The slate includes Craig Gering, Rudolph Gintel, Greg Glasser, Sheldon Goodkind, Susan Grossman, John Rolf, Cami Taylor, Ben Thompson and James Wolf.

REadY FOR THE FaiR. Kristen Tostado with Chloe and Oliver (shark), Peggy Bartenetti carrying Julie Wolf, Dr. Tim Gogan, Larchmont Fair chairman; John Winther, Larchmont Boulevard Association president; Michelle Hanna with Scotty, Julia and Michael, Jill Kasofsky with Jake Juno-Kasofsky. See story page 8.

Water mains, green energy on agenda police furloughs, budget, marijuana also topics at Miracle Mile meeting Ruptures in city water mains, switching to renewable sources of energy and police and firefighter furloughs will be on the agenda of the annual Miracle Mile Residential Association meeting on Sat., Oct. 17. The meeting will be held at the Korean Cultural Center, 5505 Wilshire Blvd., from 1 to 4 p.m. “We will be having a lively discussion with our neighbors

on dealing with issues like the city budget deficit and the impact that will have on public safety, traffic mitigation and infrastructure upgrades,” said James O’Sullivan, MMRA president. “We will also be talking about the costs associated with water shortages, pipeline ruptures and upgrades to the power system to achieve a 40 percent renewable energy goal by 2020.”

Recent ruptures in the underground water mains resulted in flooding in several locations in Hancock Park and the Mile area, he said. Other topics include an update on a new draft of a medical marijuana ordinance from the City Attorney. Also discussed will be proposed Dept. of Water and Power bill hikes resulting from the city’s commitment to have 40 percent of its power from solar farms and geo-thermal plants, See Water mains, p. 12

On the Boulevard Glimpses by Jane

JOKiNG aROUNd with some of his ghoulish pals is Halloweenophile Rich Correll. See story page 15

The see-sawing of temperatures (mostly hot), stock market prices and football scores don’t phase Larchmontians. They are ready for a full agenda of community activities in the weeks ahead. *** We talked with Gary Herman at Ritz Cleaners and learned that his son Gregg and grandson Matthew, who is a fifth grader at St. Brendan School, are avid tae kwon do enthusiSee BLVD., p. 10

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Community Platform

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Scene on Larchmont

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Take-out limit Larchmont Boulevard’s “Village” needs to be a neighborhood-serving street with a variety of retail and food businesses. It’s what brings customers to the street. That’s why we need to stop the proliferation of take-outs. We need to enlist city officials to work with the Larchmont Boulevard Association in drafting an amendment to the Q condition zoning regulation. It was the Q condition add-on in 1992 that limited restaurants. This was necessary because we had reached the saturation point. Now, we have reached the saturation point with take-outs. Property owners who are having a difficult time finding tenants for empty stores may resort to bringing in fast food chains. Then we could become a row of Panda Express’s, Subways and Quizno’s. Bring in a bike shop, maternity store, a music studio, men's clothing store or an art gallery. Let’s pump up the retail so Larchmont can compete.

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

SHOPPERS sought bargains at annual Boulevard sale.

Preventing blight Billboard blight is not coming to Larchmont Blvd. Thanks to property owners Andrew Fenady and Helga Kasimoff who have turned down requests to have billboards installed on the roofs of property they own in the 300 block of the boulevard.

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AnnuAl Meeting - OctOber 20

The HPHOA est. 1948, Annual Meeting will be held at Marlborough School on Tuesday, October 20th at 7PM. The agenda is full of presentations and interesting speakers covering everything from security and crime prevention to water conservation tips. And the results of the Board of Directors election will be announced. SSA Security and Bel Air Security will each present their operations and how their companies provide security in the community. The LAPD will be there to go over crime statistics and crime prevention measures. Our new City Attorney, Carmen Trutanich and our Councilman, Tom LaBonge will also be present to answer questions from residents on City wide and neighborhood issues. There will be a presentation by HPOZ Board member Chris Bubser on the HPOZ process, how it works and how you can best get your remodel through the HPOZ process. Our long time Board member and past President, Marguerite “Chickie” Byrne, is retiring from the Board. Chickie was the first woman board member and was part of the important fight that successfully opposed the Beverly Hills Freeway. She’s been on the Traffic Committee whose many years of efforts saw the implementation of a number of traffic mitigation solutions. She was also a stalwart worker on the 10 year HPOZ/preservation process; as well as spearheading parkway tree plantings and many, many other efforts, including serving as the Communications Secretary for the last 10 years. Chickie is always willing to attend a hearing or a meeting and has been tireless in her efforts to protect Hancock Park. Old time Quadrant One residents still remember how she helped close down the Massage Parlor that used to operate next to Wagon Wheel School. The Board will miss Chickie’s warm and helpful presence at its meetings and we wish her and her family all the best in the future. Please join us in thanking her for her many years of selfless service.

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If you’d like to volunteer to serve on a committee, or if you have a question or concerns please visit our website: hancockpark.org or write the Association at 137 N. Larchmont Blvd., Los Angeles, 90004. For security questions or concerns please contact Craig Gering (cgering@ caa.com). If you’re planning changes to your house be sure and review the Preservation Plan for Hancock Park which is available on the HPHOA’ 48 web site, hancockpark.org, or the Los Angeles Planning Department web site preservation.lacity.org/hpoz/la/hancock-park or you can obtain a copy from the Planning Department by calling Jason Chan, our Hancock Park Planner at 213-978-3307. The Graffiti Committee asks that graffiti sightings be reported both to the City by calling 311 or at website: lacity.org/bpw/ocs/grsr.htm Also, report graffiti sightings to Graffiti Committee Co-Chairs Pam Newhouse at 323-939-5681; email address new140@aol.com or Serena Apfel, 323936-4928; email address sjapfel@hotmail.com. Other public funded Graffiti removal services are: Operation Clean Sweep, 800-611-2489 or Hollywood Beautification, 323-463-5180. For questions regarding filming contact the Filming Committee CoChairs, Ruth Marmelzat or Cami Taylor. Ruth can be reached at 323-934-0138 and Cami at 323692-1414 (Home) and 310-659-6220 (office)

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Police officials are requesting residents to report all crimes, including theft from motor vehicles, directly to the police department so an investigation can begin. Private patrols are not equipped to investigate robberies, burglaries and other crimes. WILSHIRE DIVISION ROBBERIES A cell phone and wallet were taken by force from a victim walking near Rossmore and Clinton at 12:15 a.m. on Sept.

10. The suspects approached the victim with a knife, demanded the property and fled. BURGLARIES Jewelry and other property were taken from a home on the 600 block of N. Highland Ave. on Aug. 31 at 2:10 a.m. The suspect used bodily force to open the rear door and gain entry. Computer equipment, jewelry and other property were taken from a home on the 600 block of N. Lucerne Blvd. between 8 a.m. and 3:15 p.m. on Sept. 4. The suspect used a pry tool to gain entry. (Please turn to page 4)

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Community Calendar Sun., Oct. 4: Triathalon. Street closures along Olympic Blvd. Sun., Oct. 11: Windsor Square-Hancock Park Historical Society’s annual home tour, noon to 5 p.m. Sat., Oct. 17: Miracle Mile Residential Association annual meeting, 1 p.m., Korean Cultural Center, 5505 Wilshire Blvd. Tues., Oct. 20: Hancock Park Homeowners Association’s annual meeting, 7 p.m., Marlborough School, 250 S. Rossmore Ave. Sun., Oct. 25: Larchmont Family Fair, noon to 5 p.m., Larchmont Blvd. between Beverly Blvd. and First St. Sat., Oct. 31: Halloween.

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AROUND THE TOWN 30 RELIGIOUS NEWS

ENTERTAINMENT Theater Review - 35 Gallery Guide - 36 At the Movies - 37

35 ST. JAMES' unveils new science lab. Sect. 1, 42

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Marijuana dispensary worries Christ the King-area residents

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So the Wilshire/La Brea [mixed-used apartment] project has been okayed by the Planning Commission. I think I speak for many residents in this area when I question their decision in this case. Did they really do a study of the traffic problem and availability of infrastructure before voting unanimously in favor of this huge development of 482 units—which has to increase traffic congestion and place greater demands on water, sewage and other infrastructure components? I wonder what would have happened if the zoning changes required were put to a vote of the people. George Epstein Detroit St. SEND US YOUR LETTERS to info@larchmontchronicle.com

A medical marijuana dispensary one block from Christ the King Elementary School and even closer to the church “is too close,” says Gloria Staudt. She and other Hancock Park residents notified city officials in July. Doug Mensman in Councilman LaBonge’s office, "had Building and Safety go inspect it immediately.” Melrose Healing Caregivers, 5688 1/2 Melrose Ave., opened in the mini-mall location nine

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months ago, said Tony, a store manager who refused to give his last name. “We are not like other cannabis shops. We are very discreet and have a 21-and over facility.... We have all our paperwork. We are legit,” he added. The owner applied for a hardship exemption in April, to operate pending a moratorium until a new ordinance is approved by City Council, which may prohibit it from operating near a school. It is among "a backlog of hundreds of hardship exemption applications,” Mensman said.

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The fall has arrived and the local community, the Boulevard merchants, and the city officials have taken a keen interest in the coming of new businesses. Larchmont Boulevard is governed by the “Q” condition which regulates the number of financial institutions, restaurants, and establishes street frontage ratios besides other requirements. The “Q” condition was intended to ensure the mix of businesses to keep Larchmont viable for the needs of the surrounding community. The “Q” condition insures a variety of businesses for our “small town” Boulevard. Recently there have been meetings of concerned citizens and the city to discuss the “Q” condition. Any business can apply for a permit to do business on Larchmont and the city issues that permit in conjunction with the requirements of all rules, ordinances, etc. including the “Q” condition. Enforcement of the “Q” condition is in the hands of the City. The City is our partner to ensure that the “common good” is recognized and protected even though it is not in the best interest of every individual. Put yourself on our “Friends of Larchmont” email list and I will forward to you our current information – john.winther@ camoves.com. Larchmont Boulevard is yours to protect. We are waiting for you on Sunday, October 25th on the streets of Larchmont Boulevard. Excitement and thrills are coming. The Larchmont Family Fair is marching into town with rides, the petting zoo, food, the children’s costume contest, and many information booths. Come and spend the afternoon with your community. For more information please visit www.larchmont.com. Adv.

It's Showtime: The WSA Annual Meeting, November 12

Greater Wilshire NeiGhborhood NeWs We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting on Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 7pm at the Wilshire Ebell. Parking is available in the lot on Lucerne Boulevard.

It’s almost time for the Windsor Square Association’s Annual Meeting. All Windsor Square residents are invited to attend, and we promise an action-packed evening next month. On the agenda: Councilmember Tom LaBonge, Board of Directors election, the “Squeaky Wheel” Award, changes on Larchmont, and neighborhood security and street lighting. We appreciate the continuing interest of Councilmember LaBonge in our neighborhood and his active support of WSA issues. The Annual Meeting is a prime opportunity to ask him questions or give him feedback – and you don’t even have to go on a bike ride or hike (although we do love the fact that Mr. LaBonge helps promote healthy activities). We also invite neighborhood residents to suggest names of people, including yourself, for addition to the WSA Board of Directors. For more information, please contact President Mike Genewick or Vice President John Welborne, including by e-mail through wsinfo@windsorsquare.org. Being a volunteer WSA director is a perfect opportunity to help influence the future of Windsor Square. If you are submitting a name, please contact Mike or John prior to October 16. As for the “Squeaky Wheel” Award, it is presented annually to residents of Windsor Square (who are not WSA board members) “whose persistence in addressing an issue of community concern protects or improves the quality of life in Windsor Square.” Last year’s winner was Yolie Moreno, of North Van Ness Avenue, who was recognized for her hard work and leadership in obtaining the Robert Burns Park playground improvements. Each year’s winner has his/her name placed on the perpetual “Squeaky Wheel” trophy: quite an honor! If you’re curious to find out who’s this year’s most committed neighborhood activist, well, come join us. There is one commercial street in the center of Windsor Square -Larchmont Boulevard, between First and Beverly. The WSA, the Larchmont Boulevard Association, and the Council Office recently have been addressing the serious issue of new landlords and tenants who want things not allowed by our zoning restrictions. Come learn about this and share your views at the Annual Meeting. Neighborhood security has also been top-of-mind given some recent incidents in the area. Nighttime security is a big influence in the ongoing street lighting campaign, all leadership on that campaign having been generously taken over in August by Mr. LaBonge and his office. The LaBonge team is working to get the needed streetlights financed and installed on dark east-west streets and elsewhere in Windsor Square. The 2009 WSA Annual Meeting will be held on November 12th at 7 pm, at the lovely and historic Ebell Club, 743 South Lucerne, at Wilshire. Please join us for the presentations and roundtable discussions on concerns and solutions. It’s also time for annual dues. Envelopes will go in the mail at the end of October. If you haven’t joined the WSA, there’s no time like the present.

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.

Our September meeting included discussion of many important land use topics: • Approval of owner’s plans to restore the original See’s Candies location at 132 S. Manhattan • A vote to oppose a CUP for liquor sales at a Mobil Gas Station at Beverly & Western. Local neighbors also oppose the application. • A vote to oppose a CUP that would allow restaurant sales of liquor at Dubai/ Cordon Bleu, located at 4653 W. Beverly Blvd. Neighbors also oppose the application. • A vote to oppose an application by T-Mobile for a cell phone Tower on top of a landmarked historic apartment building at 535 S. Gramercy. • Recommendation for limited business hours and the prohibition on sale of firearms and ammunition at a Pawn Shop at 5174 Melrose Avenue (within the current Edmond’s Fireplace Mantel shop). An update was also provided on plans for the next GWNC election, which is scheduled for May 2010. If you are interested in running for either a board or alternate position, please email or call us at (424) 901 1409. We want to hear from you… if you haven’t joined our mailing list – please write to info@greaterwilshire.org and ask to be added.

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(Continued from page 2) A watch and audio device were taken from a home on the 600 block of N. Gower St. between 4 a.m. on Sept. 17 and 2:50 p.m. on Sept. 20. The suspect entered the residence through the rear door. GRAND THEFT AUTO

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THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE Auto parts were taken from a BMW parked on the 500 block of N. Mansfield Ave. between 9:30 p.m. on Sept. 3 and 8:15 a.m. on Sept. 4. The suspect cut a hole in the driver’s side door to gain entry. A telephone and other property were taken from a Toyota Prius parked on the 500 block of N. Arden Blvd. between 8 p.m. on Sept. 6 and 7 a.m. on Sept. 7. The suspect entered through an unlocked door. Firearms were taken from a car parked on the 500 block of N. Rossmore Ave. at 10 p.m. on Sept. 11. The suspect smashed the window to gain entry into the vehicle. Electronic equipment and other property were taken from a Volkswagon GTI parked on the 300 block of N. Mansfield Ave. between 10:45 p.m. on Sept. 15 and 6:30 a.m. on Sept. 16. Auto parts and other property were taken from a Honda

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Civic parked in a garage on the 300 block of S. Detroit St. at 12:30 a.m. on Sept. 16. The suspect smashed a window to gain entry. 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, computers, cell phones, iPods, CDs, cameras or shopping bags. Park in areas where there is a high concentration of pedestrian traffic. Park in well-lit areas at night. OLYMPIC DIVISION BURGLARIES Jewelry, a flat-screen television and other property valued at $1,161 were taken from a home on the 300 block of N. Plymouth St. at 12:30 a.m. on Sept. 4. The suspect cut the kitchen window screen to unlock the window and gain entry. Jewelry valued at $200 was taken from a home on the 200 block of N. St. Andrews Pl. on Sept. 12 at 11:40 a.m. The suspect gained entry by pulling on the rear door until the latch bent. Property valued at $200 was taken from a home on the 300 block of S. St. Andrews Pl. on Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. The suspect smashed the rear sliding glass door to gain entry into the residence. GRAND THEFT AUTO A 1992 Honda Prelude was taken from the 500 block of Windsor on Sept. 11. A car parked near 7th St. and St. Andrews Pl. was taken on Sept. 11. THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE A car in a parking structure on the 400 block of N. Wilton Pl. was broken into on Sept. 20 at 11 a.m. The suspect smashed the window with a brick to gain entry.

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Metro seeks comments on Rotary pumpkin patch to benefit charities community is invited proposed Crenshaw stop toThebrowse through scores of Transportation options are being discussed for a proposed Crenshaw Corridor at a public meeting on Tues., Oct. 6 by the L.A. County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (METRO). Comments received at hearings held through October will help determine a preferred alternative by the Metro board of directors later this year. While the remaining meetings are out of the area, written comments can be sent to Roderick Diaz, Metro planning project manager, L.A. County Metro, Mail Stop 9922-3, One Gateway Plaza, L.A., 90012. Comments may also be e-mailed to diazroderick@ metro.net or call the project information line at 213-9222736. They should be received no later than Mon., Oct. 26 by 5 p.m.

Visit www.metro.net/crenshaw for meeting info. Two options being considered are: the Light Rail Transit (LRT) and the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT). Either project would provide connections to the entire Metro Rail 2,100 bus system. The proposed Crenshaw Corridor Project covers approximately 33-square miles. The Bus Rapid Transit alternative is 12-miles long with a 40-minute travel time from the Metro Green Line (at LAX) to Wilshire/Western Ave. There will be eight stations along the alignment with up to four stations north of Exposition Blvd. to Wilshire/Western. The Light Rail Transit alternative will be 8.5 miles in length with travel times estimated at 20 minutes from the Green Line to Expo Line. This

pumpkins that will be for sale in the vacant lot at 568 N. Larchmont Blvd. Sat., Oct. 17 through Fri., Oct. 30. Hours are 1 to 6 p.m. daily. Proceeds from the Wilshire Rotary Club effort will go towards scholarships and community service projects. “Fortunately for the Wilshire Rotary, our annual pumpkin patch has become the go-to place for local residents to get their pumpkins, and we’re thrilled about that,” said Chase Campen, club president. “We love seeing all the families and their alternative provides for seven stations plus an option for one more. Funding will come from Measure R, the half-cent sales tax initiative approved by voters last November.

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“There will be order forms to select the type of tree they want,” Campen said. “When the trees arrive, they’ll have first choice.” Proceeds from both fundraisers will also support Rotary's PolioPlus program, which is dedicated to eradicating the disease.

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By Laura Eversz Three hundred people showed up for the grand opening of the Keller Williams Realty International office on Larchmont Blvd. in August, and team leader Ophir Adar couldn’t be happier. “We’ve been trying to get a presence in Larchmont forever,” said Adar. “Now that we’re here, we are ecstatic about the extent of support we’ve gotten from the community.” The village will benefit too, he added. With 120 agents calling the office at 118 N. Larchmont Blvd. home, the company’s presence is great for the community. “Talk about infusing the economy on the boulevard!,” he enthused. Already, Adar talks of expansion. Since moving onto the boulevard, KW Larchmont has added several agents. “We expected success here, but not to the extent we’ve already seen it. We are flabbergasted.” Adar started in the Hollywood Hills office in 2002 as one of the first Keller Williams agents in Los Angeles. The firm, founded in Texas in 1983, is currently ranked as the third largest real estate franchise organization in the

and flippers. “Our goal is to be someone’s real estate consultant for life, not just for when they're selling their home,” he said. Another important goal is to build Keller Williams’ relationship with its new community. Several agents volunteered during the recent Hope-Net fundraiser, Taste of Larchmont, which provides food, homes and care for those in need, Adar said. He is excited about the possibilities. While so many are talking doom and gloom in the market, Adar, stating he doesn’t want to make predictions, nevertheless predicts “it’s going to come back strong.”

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will draw local families, said Dr. Tim Gogan, chairman. The city parking lot on Larchmont Blvd. between Beverly and 1st St. will feature a merry-go-round, Ferris wheel and other activities for children. Sponsored by the Larchmont Boulevard Association, the yearly event raises funds for schools, Boy Scout troops, service clubs, religious organizations and other charitable

THE GREAT SHAKE & BAKE Books, baked goods for sale at Wilshire Library Wilshire Branch Library will host a Book Bake & Shake Sale on Sat., Oct. 10 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 149 N. St. Andrews Pl. Books and baked goods will be for sale, with proceeds ben-

groups. Proceeds directly benefit nonprofit organizations, with some event proceeds going toward trash collection and beautification on Larchmont Blvd. as well as security. For more information, contact Gogan at 323-469-6269.

'ShakeOut’ drill to prepare for quake Millions of Californians will “Drop, Cover and Hold On” at 10:15 a.m. on Thurs., Oct. 15 during the second annual Great California ShakeOut. In 2008, nearly 5.5 million Southern Californians participated in the emergency preparedness drill held state-

Triathlon cyclists to roll through area

The 11th annual L.A. Triathlon’s bicycle stint will roll through local streets on Sun., Oct. 4. The event starts with a swim at 6:45 a.m. in the Pacific Ocean at Venice Beach, followed by the bicycle ride up Venice Blvd. to Fairfax Ave., then east on Olympic Blvd. The running course starts at Disney Concert Hall and ends at LA LIVE Nokia Plaza.

Author’s book tells of wartime friends Marianne Meyerhoff will be signing her book, “Four Girls from Berlin,” at Chevalier’s Books, 126 N. Larchmont Blvd., on Sat., Oct. 10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The true story tells of four girls who were best friends in pre-war Germany. After the author’s mother was forced to leave because she was Jewish, her three Christian friends risked their lives to safeguard photos and other mementos. When they sent her the box when she was settled in the U.S., the author learned so much about a history she thought had been erased during the Holocaust. Published by John A. Wiley & Co., cost is $24.95.

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The 1959 summer and winter classes at Los Angeles High School will gather for a 50year reunion on Sat., Oct. 10 at 6 p.m. at the Hilton Hotel in Universal City. For more information go to www.LAHigh1959.com or call Roz Cabin-Mishkind at 310749-4201.

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THE EBELL OF LOS ANGELES OCTOBER 2009 EVENTS Meditation with Joanna Rachins - Fridays in the Library 1 to 2:30 p.m./$10 per session Current Affairs - Monday, October 12, 2009 Ian Redmond, Tropical Field Biologist 11:30 a.m. Social hour; 12 noon Luncheon; 12:45 Program Assembly Dinner - Friday, October 16, 2009 Oktoberfest - Live Music 6:30 p.m. Cocktails and Beer; 7:30 p.m. Dinner $45 members; $60 non-members Charter Day Luncheon - Monday, October 26, 2009 Tours of the building, photo montage and more 11:30 a.m. Social hour; 12 noon Luncheon; 12:45 Program

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is the hall named for donors Charles and Nancy Munger. It includes state of the art technology and visual arts classrooms. “These are facilities for the next several decades,” Barbara Wagner, head of Marlborough School, told the guests at the open house in August. “This started out as a renovation project. But when I approached Nancy and Charlie Munger for their opinion, Charlie said “think bigger,’” Wagner said. The result is an expansion that totals 105,000 square feet. “We finished ahead of schedule and on budget,” Wagner added. She thanked the many contributors to the $57 million Leadership in Learning campaign. The increase in square footage was not done with any expansion of the campus perimeters as all construction took

has the entry patio, now featuring curved wooden benches. The new underground parking facility has space for 175 cars.

Close to 1,500 alumnae, parents, students and interested residents attended the debut of Munger Hall on the Marlborough School campus in late August. The open house debuted the recently completed $57 million building project at the girls school at 250 S. Rossmore Ave. The project’s centerpiece

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Historical society tour is ‘on, off the green’ Tee off for the 32nd annual homes tour—“On Par with June Street, On and Off the Green”—Sun., Oct. 11 from noon to 5 p.m. The Windsor SquareHancock Park Historica Society walking tour features 1920s homes built in a variety of revival architectural styles. They are on and off the perimeter of the Wilshire Country Club, between Melrose Ave. and Beverly Blvd., said tour chairman Fluff McLean. Flat shoes with soft soles are recommended. The reservation-only tour features live entertainment and refreshments. Tickets are $30 for adults and $20 for students. The homes are not handicap accessible. Reservations are requested by Wed., Oct. 7. For more information call 213-243-8182 or visit www. wshphs.org

Art prizes offered at Rotary show, party October 15 Win a work of art at Wilshire Rotary Club’s fundraiser at the Assistance League of Southern California, 1370 N. St. Andrews Place, on Thurs., Oct. 15 from 6 to 10 p.m. For $10 guests can view an art exhibit, get raffle tickets, sip wine and enjoy music. Local artists Val West and Laurent Dareau are co-chairing the event. They are among the professional artists who will be exhibiting their work. Fund will support two of Rotary’s projects: L.A. Best, an after-school education program and that Samburu project that is building water wells in Kenya.

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UN Ambassador to speak on gorillas Ian Redmond, Ambassador for the United Nations Year of the Gorilla, will be at the Los Angeles Zoo and The Ebell of Los Angeles in October. He is a tropical field biologist and conservationist known for his work with great apes and elephants. Redmond will speak on the gorillas’ role in ecosystems at the Los Angeles Zoo in Griffith Park on Sat., Oct. 10 at 10:30 a.m. followed by a reception and silent auction. For reservations, call 323-644-4702. His Ebell appearance is on

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I want to thank more than 30 Larchmont business owners and neighbors who met with city department staff, my staff and me to discuss the future of Larchmont Boulevard last month. In particular, residents had expressed concern that Larchmont’s village atmosphere could give way to a restaurant row. There are zoning restrictions in place on Larchmont, the Q Condition, that were developed 17 years ago to maintain a lively mix of neighborhood-serving businesses and restaurants in this village specifically. The area controlled by the Q condition now has the maximum number of sit-down restaurants allowed, and another business had applied to the city for a permit to open a restaurant. At the meeting, staff from the city’s Planning and Building and Safety departments clarified points of the city code, and a representative of the business owner agreed to withdraw his application for a sit-down restaurant. The Q Condition does allow another take-out food establishment, however. The property owner has a legal permit to open a take-out food estab-

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until the new water lines in your area are installed. Dorothy Perez retires On a personal note, a constant cheerful presence in the Council Office was Dorothy Perez, who recently retired after 40 years of dedicated city service. We miss Dorothy and wish her well. If Dorothy was your point of contact in my office, please call Jullian Harris-Calvin, my new director of administration, or Nikki Ezhari, my Wilshire field deputy, at 213-485-3337.

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Dr. David Skaggs was recently named to be chief of orthopaedic surgery at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. Skaggs, Windsor Square, is a nationally recognized expert in pediatric spinal deformity and orthopaedic trauma, said Henri Ford, chief of the hospital’s department of surgery. Skaggs said his division is three times the size of any other group in greater Los Angeles…” allowing us to offer the highest level of specialized pediatric orthopaedic surgical care.” His is an associate professor of orthopaedic surgery at the Keck School of Medicine at USC. The new chief has served on the professional advisory board of the Scoliosis Association Inc., the executive committee of Growing Spine Study Group and the board of directors of the Pediatric Society of

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By Jane Gilman Rich Correll won the top honor for his Halloween costume as a caveman when he was a first-grader at Marymount Junior School. The movie and television director has been a full-fledged Halloweenophile ever since. It’s at his Hancock Park home that some 7,000 children and adults come every Oct. 31 for the past 17 years to see his amazing collection of monster figures. In the past he has hired up to 30 actors, all dressed in his costume collection, to scare the daylights out of his visitors. “This year we are scaling down,” said the party host. “We have just remodeled the house, and we really don’t want thousands of people tramping through the living room.” It’s a labor of love for Correll to unwrap hundreds of Draculas, skeletons, Frankensteins, werewolves and other fright figures that he has in his home or in storage places. Then he has to put them all back again. “On Nov. 1, our house is a disaster area,” he explains. “We will have a party this year, but on a much smaller scale,” he said. He won’t be staging the Halloween party at the Playboy Mansion either. Instead, his energy is di-

tion memorabilia and photographs. One of the life-size figures he particularly treasures is that of Dracula, made from a life-cast of Bela Lugosi who played the role in the 1931 film.

“See how lifelike it is,” said Correll proudly. He and his wife Beth will have a quieter holiday on Oct. 31 after having staged the Hancock Park-based party extravaganza for so many years. “It’s time to move on,” he said.

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rected toward a museum in Times Square called Haunted Hollywood. “I want to share my collection with the world,” he said. Correll and his partner David Fachman feel these lifesize figures should be made available to the public. “We may even have similar museums in Las Vegas, Hollywood, London and Tokyo.” He had a fantastic childhood as the son of radio personality Charles Correll, who starred as Amos Jones on the radio program “Amos and Andy.” Correll met hundreds of

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Baker shares ideas for saving money in book Myrna Baker spent her summer vacation in 2008 compiling a book to share with her family and friends. The special education teacher was urged to put all her money-saving ideas into a book, and she did. Not only did she publish CheapTips 101, but she also decided to make shopping bags out of burlap or muslin whose bindings she handstitched. The Larchmont Village resident’s book focuses on shopping hints to save on groceries, but also includes how to save on health and grooming products. The book and bags can be ordered on Baker’s website, cheaptips101.com. The book is $6.99, small bag and book, $9.99 and book with two bags, $19.99.

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meet in informal groups, then walk as far as they choose. The only rule is that no one walks alone and everyone must be at the assembly point at the start and end times to check in and out. Walk the waterside paths of the Venice Canals on Tues., Oct. 6. Participants will meet on the sidewalk under the Venice Canals Walkway sign in the 200 block of S. Venice Blvd. Stroll under the cool canopy of sycamores alongside a tumbling brook at Ferndell Nature Trail on Tues., Nov. 3. Meet at

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Travel, tourism group honors Farmers Market The Travel and Tourism Marketing Association held its annual leadership awards dinner in early October at the historic Gilmore Adobe adjacent to the Farmers Market. Mark Panatier, vice president of the A.F. Gilmore Company/ Farmers Market, accepted an award on behalf of the original Farmers Market, which is celebrating its 75th anniversary. “The market is one of the most iconic and long lasting destinations and is an indispensable component of Southern California’s tourism product,” said Joanie McClellan, executive director of the Travel and Tourism Marketing Association.

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Cartoonist Marty Murphy died Aug. 27 in his Windsor Square home. He was 76. The animation designer traveled the globe during his almost 50-year career, garnering TV credits from Germany to Disney Studios. But he was probably most well known for his Playboy Magazine cartoons, which he continued until June of this year. However, it was his years of living in the neighborhood that were inspiration for his regular page two feature in the Larchmont Chronicle. “He captured Larchmont,” Chronicle publisher Jane Gilman said of his monthly cartoon, “Scenes on Larchmont.” Murphy worked as a production designer for animated shows including the TV series “Mister Magoo” in 1960

Claude Pepper Senior Citizen Center will honor its namesake on Sat., Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Center is at 1762 S. La Cienega Blvd. Laura Trejo, manager of the city Department of Aging is guest speaker. Phone 310-559-9677 for information.

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Allen Zadoff’s new book, “Food, Girls, and Other Things I Can’t Have” tells the story of an overweight boy’s problems to fit in at high school. Zadoff, a Park La Brea resident, said he was obese growing up like his character, teenager Andrew Zansky. Boy makeover books are rare, and this one’s a gem, said a review in Publishers’ Weekly, the bible of book reviews. “I started being overweight at age eight,” said the author. His parents tried all kinds of diets, but he denied that he was heavy. By the time he entered Cornell University, Zadoff hit the scale at 320 pounds. “No amount of dieting would fix the problem for me. I would lose weight and then gain it all back,” he said. An actor in high school plays, he attended the Summer School for the Arts and trained with professional actors. “I was always given character roles.” When he finally realized the overeating was caused by emotional problems, the author was able to seek help. His first book, aimed at adults, covers “Hungry: Lessons Learned on the

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Journey from Fat to Thin.” Published in 2007, it tells of his up and down battle with pounds. A former barista at Starbucks on Larchmont Blvd., he leads the Dynamic Stories Workshop, is a writing coach and ESL teacher with the Los Angeles Unified School District.

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Jason Alexander Two art shows on Larchmont Blvd. Serigraphs and watercol- Kent, who was former art at Educational ors by Sister Corita will be professor at Immaculate on display at Landis Gift & Heart College. Theater event Jason Alexander was among keynote speakers at the Educaitonal Theatre Assoc. conference last month. The Hancock Park resident spoke at the conference, entitled “The Power of Leadership: Shaping the Future of Theatre Education” at the Anaheim Marriott and the Sheraton Park Hotel. The actor, who played George Costanza on “Seinfeld,” has also starred on Broadway and penned the children’s book: “Dad, Are You the Tooth Fairy?” He’s currently the artistic director of the Reprise Theatre Company, where he recently directed “The Fantasticks.” Richard Burrows, former director of arts education at Los Angeles Unified School District, also spoke at the 2009 annual conference, held in conjunction with the California Educational Theatre Association.

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Pan Pacific hosts Halloween Carnival Halloween puppets, face painting, a costume contest and haunted house will highlight a Halloween Carnival on Sat., Oct. 31 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Pan Pacific Recreation Complex, 7600 Beverly Blvd. Festivities include a reptile

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Looking for love? Area agencies step up to the rescue . . . Animal rescue efforts have taken off in recent years, with the most recent event Bark at the Park, hosted at Pan Pacific Park on Sept. 20. Larchmont Blvd.-based Animal Advocates Alliance members celebrated the efforts of 200 volunteers who saved more than 1,000 animals the past year from animal shelters throughout Los Angeles and Ventura counties. A silent auction and raffle, included root beer from Margo’s Bark Soda Co., founded by members of the Youd family of Hancock Park. Other local members include Phillip Gharabegian, Lee Goldberg and Rachel McDowel. If you are looking for a new best friend or want to help AAA save more lives write info@animaladvocatesalliance.org, or call 310 285-8422.

RACE FOR THE RESCUES Racefortherescues.org They’re off! The third annual fundraiser includes a 5k run or 3.1 mile walk and a Kids Fun Run at the Pasadena Rose Bowl Sun., Oct. 4. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and the race kicks off at 8:30 a.m., says Delilah Loud, Larchmont Village. She is on the board and a founding member of the group, which raises funds for seven nonprofit animal rescue organizations. Co-hosts are Jane Lynch (“Julie & Julia”) and Carrie Ann Inaba (“Dancing with the Stars”). A Dancing with the Dogs exhibition, pet psychic and celebrity auction are among post-race activities. Walk, run, adopt or shop, says Delilah.

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noticed abandoned cats in her neighborhood who were multiplying, fast! Her efforts at catching them and having them fixed, and when possible, adopted, led to what has grown into a formidable force on the rescue front. Members have saved countless lives from the shelters and strays off the street since its founding in 1990. You can meet them and an array of adoptable, adorable kittens, cats, puppies and dogs on Sundays at the Larchmont Farmers Market. MUTT MOVEMENT themuttmovement.com More recent on the rescue trail, the group founded by Candace Modrell also has adoptions on Larchmont on Sundays, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This group transports dogs from local high-kill shelters to as far as Oregon.

“We go at least once a month with at least 30 dogs loaded up and take them to no-kill humane societies, where there is a waiting list of people wanting to adopt the once in-danger dogs. Instead of forgotten they are now celebrated,” says Modrell. The group is seeking funds to buy a transport van. “Currently we have to beg and borrow.” BEST FRIENDS ANIMAL SOCIETY Bestfriends.org This Utah-based group finds more than 300 pets homes at its annual adoption festival. More than 60 rescue groups and shelters will be represented at this year’s event on Sun., Nov. 15 at the La Brea Tar Pits from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cats and dogs to birds and bunnies will be in need of good homes. There will also be vendors and food and celebrities. See Rescues, p. 21

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Never negotiate, and take the lead By Suzan Filipek There are really only two basic commands you need to know, says dog trainer Zack Grey. “Sit and off.” And, of course, your dog should come when called, which is easy once you have the hierarchy in order, says Grey. To explain, he gives an example from his childhood. “When my grandmother called me I always came in the house.” But when his brother called? He’d ignore him. “Most people have a sibling relationship with their pet.” What works is one of leader/ follower, Grey says at his store, The Urban Pet, on Beverly Blvd. at Gardner St. The 5,000-square foot space is filled to the rafters with human-grade dog and cat food, comfy beds and everything imaginable for the good life for your four-legged friends. Group dog obedience classes are held on an on-going basis

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Dogs, cats, lizards, bunnies and more are invited to the first annual Blessing of the Animals on Sun., Oct. 11 at 11 a.m. at First Congregational Church, 540 S. Commonwealth Ave. “If you want to bring a fish in a bowl, as long as that fish is comfortable, that’s great,” said Kim-Minh Huberwald, director of communications. Senior minister Dr. R. Scott Colglazier inspired the event. “He thought that in the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals, he would give the neighborhood an opportunity to share their pets with one another.” The blessings will occur in the shade outside with water and snacks for everyone. “Dr. Scott is going to give each pet a blessing by name,” Huberwald said. “The idea is to focus on the pets as proof of God…and how animals not only surround us with comfort

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Molly's mutts Molly's Mutts & Meows adoptions are held at West Hollywood Park on the first three Saturdays of the month from noon to 3 p.m. Check the webpage to verify dates. The group recently held its fourth annual Tailgate Fundraiser. Please call 310-837-MUTT, mollysmuttsandmeows.org

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Pilgrim head wins fellowship Dr. Mark Brooks, head of Pilgrim School, has been awarded a fully-funded fellowship to the Klingenstein Center for Independent School Leadership’s 2010 Heads of Schools program. The award is granted each year to 20 heads of schools throughout the world who have demonstrated outstand-

ing accomplishment or potential for excellence. For two weeks in January, they will gather at Columbia University to examine education issues and policies facing independent school educators. The group includes school heads from Namibia, Panama, Saudi

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Willows celebrates 15th anniversary

A CELEBRATION at the L.A. Zoo was attended by Michelle Kang, right, Hancock Park, along with Daniel Setiady. They were among eight high school students who joined the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association in a two-week Animal Conservation Field Study Program. They travelled recently through the Earthwatch Institute to research climate change, canopies and wildlife in Ecuador.

Learn about middle, high schools Oct. 5 Parents are invited to learn about educational opportunities for middle and high schools students at an open house at the Mirman School, 16180 Mulholland Dr., on Mon., Oct. 5 from 7

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The Willows Community School in Culver City kicked off a year-long celebration of its 15-year anniversary with an all-school picnic in September. Hundreds of current and former students, families, faculty and staff attended the picnic held at Veteran’s Park on Culver Blvd., said head of school Lisa Rosenstein. Celebratory events will continue throughout the school year. The non-profit independent school annually enrolls 425 children in kindergarten through eighth grade. Recognized as an educational leader that embraces innovation, creativity and technological advancements, The Willows takes this a step further by integrating creativity throughout its curriculum, said Rosenstein.

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By John Ferraro 8th Grade The beginning of school is always an exciting time at St Brendan’s, especially with our new buildings nearing completion. The first 8th grade pizza lunch was a success, and our sports program has begun with boys’ football and girls’ volleyball. Our student council sold cold water at St Brendan Church to raise money for our school activities. The 6th grade led our First Friday Mass. Our student council members will be going to the Cathedral this month to represent our school during a Mass there. Our school will also have a hot dog stand at the Larchmont Fair.

By Krystyn Joy Hernandez 6th Grade The school year has just started, and we are all very excited! It was impossible not to feel the least bit giddy or nervous. The hallways were filled with students reuniting with friends. The early dismissal of the first week allowed us to transition into the new school year, although the days did go by very quickly! One student shared, “I barely even had time to eat lunch! I was too

By Jules Zeesman 7th Grade Middle school started the year by going to Camp Hess Kramer for three days and two nights. We went on hikes, played basketball and built beach sculptures. We also played interesting games like the string maze, where we were blindfolded and had to follow a string until we found the exit. Turning Point’s 39th back to school picnic featured an afternoon of games, popcorn, snow cones, ice cream and more. There were three bounce houses, delicious food, and a bunch of happy kids having fun with new and old school friends. Then our head of school and the head of the board of trustees made a very important announcement. They told everyone that construction would start immediately on a new facility that would be ready by the beginning of the 2010-2011 school year. It will include a dance studio, language and art labs and studios, a multi-media lab, an athlete field and more classrooms.

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school neWs By caroline Wade 11th Grade The Secondary division of Pilgrim School has begun superbly. The first day was an introduction to each of the student’s academic classes, while the second boasted a field trip to Dockweiler Beach. Pilgrim students arrived on campus clad in swimming trunks for shorts and beach towels for scarves. They rushed through their morning electives, as the day possessed a promising sun, bonding, and most importantly, free food! Students were ushered onto the buses to the Pilgrim School area of the beach. There they were able to participate in an array of activities or, in groups of at least three, attend to whatever beach venture they fancied.

TEMplE ISrAEl of Hollywood By nathaniel Wartzman 6th Grade As new 6th graders, one of the things that my classmates and I are looking forward to is our newfound freedom. For example, we’re now allowed to walk in the halls alone and eat lunch on the steps outside. But we’ve also been told that our freedom doesn’t come free. As they say in “Spiderman”: “With great power comes great responsibility.” Our new responsibilities include being good examples for the younger kids. We also are taking a class called “Leadership.” As part of that, all 6th graders have to join a committee that helps the school and the world. The community service committee, for instance, raises money for good causes. I’m on the P.R. committee, which is working to raise school spirit and transfer information between the administration and the kids. One way we hope to do that is by starting a school newspaper.

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By sydney Gough 4th Grade The day before school started we had the back to school picnic. It gave everyone a chance to see friends and catch up on the summer. In Mrs. Frankfort’s 4th grade class, we are studying continents, oceans, countries and states for our first test of the year. Second through 6th graders are auditioning for orchestra and choir. Our value of the month is ‘Getting to Know You’ since Curtis has welcomed so many new families this year. We are getting closer and closer to the Curtis Fair, that has food, candy, rides, games, raffle tickets and prizes, relay races, a bake sale, face paint, temporary hair dye, and a billion more things.

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By Youn sook Jang 7th Grade September is the month when students buy school supplies, set goals for the year, and start a new beginning with clear, minty-fresh minds. We are very happy to have SMART Boards, and teachers and students are taking advantage of this new technology in their classrooms. The school has added a new class to the Junior High curriculum this year—classical languages and literature, taught by our vice principal, Mrs Anderson. Teachers shared their goals and expectations for the academic year with parents on back-toschool night. The football and volleyball season has begun and our student-athletes are practicing in anticipation of their upcoming games.

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By Jasmine Gass 8th Grade Can you believe that school is already in full swing? From math to art, everyone is working hard to start off school with a positive attitude and high grades. We're all glad to see our friends again and welcome new students who have become part of the family. With events coming up from everywhere, students are doing their best to keep up. Cooper Yudhishthu, Stella Rossetto, Parker Horne, Kennedy Webb, Sofia Gordon, TaeKeon Kim, Advik Mareedu, Ryan Younger, Lilian Strack, Alice Weber, Beckett Avary, Ethan Ochoa, Michael Wong, Nishanth Muthusamy, Erin Kimble, and Hari Jayaraman were rewarded Students of the Month for outstanding work. Student council elections took place last month. The elected officers decided on how they can help Page. Spending time with friends, we had a blast at the first school sleepover!

By Phoebe Townsend 5th Grade It seems like students and teachers enjoyed their summer breaks doing many different things—family vacation, going to camps or just chilling. Some spent time at CEE’s Summer Institute where they participated in activities and classes like sports, music, art and more. The 6th graders seem to have finally mastered the art of “opening a locker.” Fifth grade selected the states they’ll be studying all year. Upper elementary students got a letter saying the monitoring for computer use will be stricter. This month is the annual picnic. Open House for the parents is coming soon where the teachers talk about the upcoming year.

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By Madison Zeiss 11th Grade School started with a welcome picnic at Pan Pacific Park for new students. During Outdoor Education the first week of October, every student, by grade, spends a week exploring nature. Our 6th, 7th and 9th graders will go to the Big Bear area, 8th will head to Malibu Canyon, 10th to Ojai, 11th to Santa Barbara and 12th to Catalina Island. Parents will meet and chat with teachers at parent/teacher dinners Auditions for our first play, “Working,” have taken place and rehearsals are going strong. Student government elections were held, and the new representatives are busy making the school better. Other clubs, like the Forensics Club and the Civil Liberties Club, are also getting started.

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Our grandparents had so much fun on Grandparents Morning! We entertained them, and some of them danced, sang, told stories and entertained us too! Students, parents and staff had a fun time at our 5th annual family picnic in Griffith Park. ITBS testing is this month, and we are reminded to get a good night’s sleep, eat a nutritious breakfast and get a hug/kiss/”you can do it!” from our parents. Students are looking forward to our student council Halloween carnival and parade. Primary grades will be making a butterfly garden. Their wish list includes gardening tools, soil and a variety of plants. Our varsity volleyball girls are doing a great job. Book, chess and tech clubs started, and students are enjoying the variety of extra-curricular activities.

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Jackson tribute, Thorton salute top social calendar Are we fabulous or what? It was hard to separate the looky-loo’s from the VIP’s as the multitudes descended on Norwood Young’s home at Muirfield and Third on Aug. 28. Young, who was dubbed “King of Hancock Park,” by LA Weekly, chose his birthday to raise awareness for “Feed His People.” It’s an organization that shuttles unused restaurant cooking to the homeless. The extravaganza featured a tribAround ute to Michael the Jackson, comTown plete with with mammoth Patty Hill crowns, giant videos, an enormous throne, and 20-foot tall statues of both the late King of Pop and the reigning King of Hancock Park. Live restaging of Jackson’s “Thriller” video and a medley of classics by a Jackson impersonator entertained guests. Headlining was Norwood himself, topping off an hour-long performance with his original “I’m Getting Back to My Me.” U.S. Congresswoman Maxine Waters presented Young with a birthday proclamation. Others were neighbors Deborah and David Trainer with son Sam,

Norwood’s wife, designer Victoria Schaffer, his sister Tanya Young Williams with her daughters Tryumph and Whizdom, Trizah Morris and Rev. Bishop Don Juan. *** The music doesn’t stop there… On Sept. 10, the USC Thornton School of Music celebrated its 125th birthday with cocktails, a sumptuous buffet dinner and musical tributes from students and alumnae from three stages in the Town and Gown building. “When they came to me to ask for 25 million dollars, I thought they were a little bit touched,” quipped philanthropist Flora Thornton. “I wanted Los Angeles to have the best,” she added. Her gift helped develop a unique conservatory for studies in classical, motion picture, jazz and opera music. Following supper, guests heard Berlioz’s “Symphonie Fantastique” from the USC Symphony. Among attendees, Randi and Richard Jones, USC Thornton School Dean

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(Continued from page 30) gonzola-filled mushrooms before moving into the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion where maestro James Conlon and an allstar cast made magic to tumultuous standing ovations. After the performance, guests gasped and gaped as they entered the Grand Hall under soaring swaths of cream gossamer accented by enormous rococo paintings and filled with a forest of roses centered by a three-tier water fountain. No less than Placido the Great gave heartfelt thanks to LA Opera’s stalwart patrons for bringing the company through perilous economic times. Guests danced the rest of the night away to the Keith Edwards Group. Among the merry-makers were Annette and Peter O’Malley, Joycie Fickett, Dr. Janet and Nick Ciriello, Opera board president Carol Henry and husband Warner Henry, Patte Barham Inman and husband Jim Inman, and gala chair Mary Hayley. With most of the ladies opting for elegance in black, Patricia Ward Kelly made an all the more colorful entrance as she floated past in an Ali Rahimi gown of purple, green and gold. Others spotted along the fabulous long day’s journey into night were: Estilita and Lars Roos, Jim and Irena Gibbons, Claudia and Mike Margolis, and Dolores and Ben Kerr. And that’s the chat.

Actress Rita Moreno will be honored by the Latin American Cultures Department of the Ebell of Los Angeles at its dinner dance on Fri., Nov. 6 at the club, 4400 Wilshire Blvd. The actress will receive the club’s Lifetime Achievement Award. She won an Oscar for her role in “West RITA Side Story,” MORENO and has also garnered the Emmy, Tony and Grammy awards. A singer and dancer as well as an actress, she is the first Hispanic woman to reach this milestone. Kelley Nelson, Ebell president, said Angela Sacchi is chairman of the event. Proceeds will support the club’s educational and philanthropic projects.

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A June wedding at the Trump Towers in Las Vegas united Patte Barham and James Inman. The bride, Fremont Place, is the daughter of the late Dr. Frank Barham, who was publisher of the Los Angeles Herald Express newspaper. Las Vegas holds a special memory for Barham, she said, since it was her father that campaigned to build Hoover Dam near the Nevada city. A journalist, she covered the war in Korea. She co-authored the book, “The Man Behind The Myth” with Maria Rasputin. Barham and Peter Brown wrote a book on the death of actress Marilyn Monroe titled “Marilyn, The Last Take.” Inman is a former entertainment claims examiner for the insurance company CAN. His father was Claude

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Remember the bustle, the maxi skirt or the peplum blouse? These are among the clothes members of the Good Samaritan Hospital Auxiliary will see at Goodwill Industries’ Vintage Wrapsody Fashion Show on on Mon., Oct. 12 at 11 a.m. at 342 San Fernando Road. The gift shop in the lobby of Good Samaritan Hospital, 1225 Wilshire Blvd., will stage a preview of holiday items on Sun., Nov. 1 followed by a luncheon. The shop is staffed by Auxiliary volunteers. Colette Witt, president, said proceeds from Auxiliary events go to scholarships for high school students interested in the health care field. A scholarship has also been established in the memory of Robert Van Dyke, husband of an Auxiliary member.

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Personalized shopping is bonus of Beate Couture She returned to designing and manufacturing women’s clothes as daughters Katie and Hannah got older. The collection is called Beate Couture and includes sportswear, business attire, cocktail dresses and gowns as well as children’s clothes. Each Beate Couture garment is custom tailored for her client. She is an advocate of a simple basic wardrobe. “Suits and separates can be

By Jane Gilman Beate McDermott began her fashion career in New York City designing women’s wear. That was one husband and two daughters ago. The Wilton Drive resident continues her career, but she no longer travels around the country to market her new lines. “I designed high-end women’s wear but switched to children’s clothes when my children were starting school,” McDermott said. The native of a small town near Stuttgart, Germany, she later moved to New York. After graduating from Vassar College, McDermott went to Paris to study at Ecole des Beaux Arts and Atelier Julian. Coincidentally, her husband Neil is also a Vassar graduate, but the couple met years later at a reunion party in New York.

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(Continued from page 25) ten Social Graces: Learn the benefits of mannerly behavior including making a good first impression on Mon., Oct. 26 at 6:30 p.m. Origami craft-making for the family with Bennett Arnstein is on Sat., Oct. 24 at 1 p.m. Halloween story time for kids features fun and scary stories on Sat., Oct. 31 at 3 p.m. Ongoing Computer Comfort Class meets on Tuesdays at 2 p.m. All levels of computer experience welcome. Students may also follow the lessons online at: http://laplcomputerclass. blogspot.com/ Grandparents and Books: Ms. Sylvia reads to children on Tuesdays at 5 p.m.; Grandma Bobbie on Wednesdays at 3 p.m.; Ms. Claire on Saturdays at 11 a.m. Toddler Story Time is on Fridays at 10 a.m. Mah Jongg group meets on Fridays at noon. Knitting Circle meets Saturdays at 10 a.m. Friends of Library used book sale is every Saturday at 10 a.m. WILSHIRE LIBRARY Makeup workshop on Thurs., Oct. 8 from 5 to 6 p.m. Professional advice on looking your best for interviews and important business meetings. Teen Read Week features how to make a handmade journal with Peggy Hasegawa on Tues., Oct. 20 at 4 p.m. Materials provided. Mask making just in time for Halloween on Thurs., Oct. 29 from 4 to 5 p.m. Supplies provided. Ongoing Computer Comfort Class meets on Mondays at 1 p.m. All levels of computer experience welcome. Storytime for kids meets on Wednesdays, at 10:30 a.m. Grandparents and Books: Grandpa Sam reads to kids on Thursdays from 2 to 4 p.m.

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mixed and matched, providing the customer with the ability to add a few new pieces to expand her wardrobe,” she explains. Using high quality fabrics, her designs emphasize elegance. She loves working from home; her studio is in one of the bedrooms, and the garage houses her ready-to-wear clothing. Because of her low overhead, she said she can charge clients wholesale prices. For more information, go to www.beatecouture.com.

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Church choir sings in Argentina venues Back to back Bach at Local media covered the Cathedral Choir of the Martin and Iguazu. The reFirst Congregational Church First Presbyterian Church of turn trip included Parana and concerts and interviewed church’s 41st annual Organ Concert Series. Hear more Bach favorites, such as “Toccata” and “Adagio and Fugue in C Major,” on Thurs., Oct. 22 at 12:30 p.m. S. Wayne Foster plays in the Gothic Sanctuary. A Young Persons Concert on Fri., Oct. 23 at 10:30 a.m. features a performance by fifthto-12th graders. Attendance is free but by RSVP only; call Curtis Rhodes at 213-3851345. Bach to the future Baroque enters the future during the laser light show to the “re-imagined” music of

Hollywood spent two weeks last summer on a concert tour to Argentina, singing to packed houses in cathedrals, small churches and schools, said Lorynne Young, church director of communications. The choir has previously toured in Europe and the northwest U.S. and Canada, but this was its first trip to South America. The tour began in Buenos Aires, then went north to Posada, Villa Libertador San

ended back in Buenos Aires. The 40 singers gave five major concerts, mini-concerts at five churches and a school, plus an impromptu visit to a nursing home. Argentina was selected as a venue because it is the birthplace of the choir’s conductor, Dr. Ariel Aquintanta. He has led the Hollywood Choir for seven years, and is also the assistant conductor of the Los Angeles Master Chorale.

Quintana. Posters with the concert schedule were prominently displayed in local hotels and local restaurants. The concerts also featured organ solos by Dr. Kimo Smith, who is head of the music department at La Sierra University and has been the organist at First Presbyterian for 20 years. The Choir is giving a free concert Sun., Oct. 4 at 2 p.m. Visit www.fpch.org

J.S. Bach by organist Christoph Bull on Fri., Oct. 23 at 9 p.m. in the sanctuary. The Los Angeles Bach Festival Chorus and Orchestra under the direction of Talberg play the finale on Sun., Oct. 25. A performance of “Magnificat” and the cantata “Wachet! Betet!” (“Wait! Pray!”) are included. Suggested donations for the concerts are $20; the Young Persons and midday concerts are free.

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Dolly.” In a new production by the Interact Theatre Company, all the humor is intact although the small stage causes an unfortunate cramped feeling to the proceedings. Widow Dolly Levi (Amanda Carlin) has set her sights on the rich but miserly Horace Vandergelder (James Gleason) who thinks he wants a young wife. Add to the mix, recalcitrant clerks, disobedient nieces, enterprising hat shop owners and a few members of the working class and you have an enjoyable, nostalgic evening in the theatre.

Other outstanding cast members include: James Greene as Malachi Stack and Alyss Henderson as Mrs. Molloy. Director Dave Florek has de-emphasized the more farcical aspects of the show for a feel-good approach, and it works. The rich-looking costumes, design by Sherry Linnell add to the period feel. Through Sun., Oct. 18, Victory Theatre Center 3326 W. Victory Blvd., Burbank, 818-765-8732. 3 Stars *** matthew modine Saves the alpacas, written by Blair Singer, Instead of saving alpacas, Matthew should have lost this play. The titular Matthew Modine (played by Matthew Modine) is trying to resurrect his flagging career

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Western beauty which the artist traces to the Venus de Milo. While working in Korea, she discovered that nearly 76 percent of Koreans under the age of 40 have had plastic surgery to look more “western.” Han’s oversized photographs blend the head of the Venus de Milo with the bodies of real Korean models engaged in common Korean poses. Han’s process is so refined that the figures take on a timeless quality, but there is a disconnect between the bodies and heads belying the true message of the work. Sculptures nearby draw on ancient delicate Korean porcelain traditions and incorporate facial features associated with various ethnicities onto the face of "A SHY the Venus de GRACE," by Milo. These Debbie Han. features seem to stand out as flaws in an otherwise beautiful face. Hybrid Graces continues through Oct. 30 at LA Contemporary, 2634 S. La Cienega Blvd., Culver City. *** Sandow Birk has often sought to revive long forgotten art techniques and modernize their subjects. American Qur’an is his most ambitious project, taking five years to painstakingly transcribe an English Qur’an and incorporate scenes of contemporary American life. The hand-lettered, handillustrated work is based on medieval manuscripts, his encounters with Muslims while traveling and his desire to understand more about America’s wars against Islamic nations. Birk’s encounters with Muslims abroad made him question stereotypes in America. Upon reading the Qur’an, he realized that many of the messages were applica-

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“I just sucked a lemon” look on her face, director Richard Loncraine has converted the real life story George Hamilton told to Merv Griffin into an evocative, episodic, entertaining “Route 66” tale of the 1950s. (Please turn to page 38)

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LAST HALLOWEEN, Sophie Reynolds laid down the law to her dog, Clementine.

COWGIRL ROCKER Eva Palmeri was pretty in pink. TESSA JONES channelled Tinkerbell.

DAY OF THE DEAD: Elizabeth Vuckovich. THE COSTUMED youngsters on her front porch were oblivious to the plight of Eileen Lanza and other grown-ups.

CAMPEN KIDS, from left, Scarlett, Hunter and Paris.

WHAT A PAIR. Gracie Gallagher and Isabella Lovatelli.

LUCILLE JONES played Alice in Wonderland, above, while Jack and Lucy Balaban struck a pose on Gower St. KATIE HIGGINS, left, as High School Musical's Gabriella. Her pal, Caroline Stephen was quite the devil. NICHOLAS VUCKOVICH, right, welcomed trick-or-treaters.

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Art Deco Society plans tour of Hollywood Forever cemetery Tour one of Old Hollywood’s most sought after “afterworld” addresses as the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles tours Hollywood Forever Cemetery on Sat., Oct. 10. The historical site is the final resting place for actors, movie moguls and early pioneers including Rudolph Valentino, Douglas Fairbanks, Tyrone Power, C.B. De Mille, and Griffith J. Griffith. The

110-year-old cemetery showcases an elegant collection of monument styles, shrines and mausoleums. The cemetery has been used as a background location for Hollywood movies such as 1991’s “Hot Shots.” with Charlie Sheen and that same year’s “L.A. Story.” with Steve Martin, as well as TV shows such as “Charmed.” The first tour leaves at 10

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“I really miss the local community events,” continues Maggie. “I miss Saturday mornings, the families that came in, the relationships… you’d see all the kids and you’d watch them grow up. Every day was beautiful to be there.” Koontz Hardware, 8914 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood.

Benefit concert to honor Dionne Warwick The Young Musicians Foundation will celebrate its 55th year with an Emerald Anniversary Gala Benefit Concert on Fri., Oct. 16 at the Broad Stage in Santa Monica, 1310 11th St. Performers include students from the foundation's Harp

In Our Public Schools Project, and eight-year-old singing sensation Naomi Montero. Dionne Warwick will receive the Emerald Star Award. A silent auction is at 6 p.m., followed by the performance and dessert reception at 8 p.m. Call 310-859-7668.

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Larchmont Hardware’s 'sister' store pleases customers what Bloomingdale’s is to New By Sondi Toll Sepenuk After 80 years in business, York.” when the beloved mom-and- It’s almost overwhelming pop Larchmont Hardware to look down the aisles and store shuttered its doors in see the sheer volume of prodearly 2008, the scene outside uct stacked floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall. You can find the store was like a funeral. “There were about 200 peo- just about anything the chain ple out on the sidewalk. It was hardware stores carry and somber, like a wake. It was more. Everything, from flashsomething special, something lights to candy-colored coffee different,” remembers former pots, Koontz has it. And if it’s owner Russ Wilson, who re- not on the shelves, someone mains saddened by the store’s will order it on the spot. closure, due to a massive rent Bertha remembers that increase from the building’s even at Larchmont, if they didn’t have an item in stock, new owner. Fortunately, the employ- she would pick up the prodees of Larchmont Hardware uct at Koontz and bring it have gone on to thrive over at over to the customer the folRuss Wilson’s sister location, lowing day. It’s that top-notch Koontz Hardware, a landmark customer service that makes Koontz such a special place. store on Santa Monica Blvd. Russ and his brother Dean “The Larchmont customers Wilson, the store’s general come into Koontz and I still know exactly m a n a g e r, what they made it a Top-notch customer need before priority that they ask for none of their service makes Koontz it. They are L a r c h m o n t a special place. surprised that employees we haven’t would lose their jobs, so even with the forgotten about them,” laughs economy beginning its his- longtime employee Maggie toric nose-dive, they brought Cervantes. the employees over to Koontz Jim Noonan, a loyal and added them to the West Larchmont Hardware customer, happened to be shopHollywood location’s payroll. “We still see a lot of ping at Koontz the day of this Larchmont regulars,” smiles interview. “The customer serBertha Arroyo, who’s been vice here is incredible. They working for the hardware care about what they are sellstore for 21 years (four of ing you. I went to five differthose as the manager at the ent stores, looking for window Larchmont location). “Lots shades to fit my windows, and of people say that we were the here at Koontz they offered heart of Larchmont. I mean— to cut them to size for me. you really do need a hardware Nobody does that anymore. That’s why I come here over store in a community.” Even though the Larchmont and over and over.” location is gone, the friendly, As much as they enjoy their helpful, familiar faces are new location, the former working just as hard up at Larchmont employees hold a Koontz, which boasts more soft spot in their hearts for the than 70 highly trained em- boulevard. ployees, 6700 square feet of re- “It was so family-oriented,” tail space in 20 aisles, and over remembers Edwin Gomez, a 120,000 common and spe- 12-year veteran of the store. cialty items. The former L.A. “It was slow-paced and people Herald Examiner had even had time to talk to you. They proclaimed of the 70-year-old would bring us food and mufinstitution, “Koontz is to L.A. fins, just to be nice.”

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Also on Friday are three bus tours. An all-day excursion to Ojai will visit the Libbey House, Myron Hunt’s first Craftsman bungalow, and the Pratt House, designed by Greene and Greene. Sign up for a morning tour and visit Judson Studios. Founded in the mid-1890s, the studio specializes in stained

glass. An afternoon tour will visit homes designed by Louis B. Easton and Myron Hunt. On Saturday morning, guests can board a bus for a view of Pasadena’s historic buildings. In the afternoon is a tour of bungalows by lesserknown architects. Walking tours on both days

will include homes in Arroyo Seco, South Marengo and the Bungalow Heaven Historic District. Docents will lead visitors through five Craftsman-era homes on Sun., Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For tickets or more information, call 626-441-6333 or go to pasadenaheritage.org.

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The event kicks off with a reception at the Pasadena Museum of California Art to view a retrospective of printmaker Frances Gearhart on Fri., Oct. 17 from 7 to 9 p.m.

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looks like a real knife, sword or gun. Children should stay on the sidewalk or, if none is available, walk on the left side of the street facing the lane of traffic. Children and parents should carry a flashlight to see and be seen. Trick-or-treaters should always be accompanied by an adult or travel in a group. Parents may want to limit kids to local events run by police stations, firehouses, senior citizen centers, local businesses, or organize their own through their school. Children should never eat unwrapped candy and should always have their parents see the treats before eating. Do not approach a dog you do not know. Children should eat a meal before heading out. Children should wear a watch, carry a cell phone and let you know where they will be. Drivers Although it’s best for kids to make their trick-or-treat rounds during daylight, that may not be possible. So, drivers need to be particularly careful at dusk and when driving either over a hill or around a curve, where visibility is limited. Use high beams for greater visibility and to be seen by pedestrians. And, drive slowly. Drivers need to keep a careful eye on the sidewalk as well as the road, to anticipate anyone darting out from between parked cars. Do not assume children can see you or are paying attention. You need to take that responsibility.

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On Halloween, drivers share the road with miniature ghouls, goblins and ghosts. Unfortunately, the combination can be scary but, by playing it safe, everyone can have an enjoyable time. Parents, children, homeowners and drivers all need to use extra caution on Halloween. Drivers need to be particularly aware of the season’s shortened daylight and excited kids frantically going from neighbor to neighbor—it can be a perilous combination. Here are some tips to help ensure a safe night for all. Homeowners Clear your yard of anything a child can trip over, such as garden hoses and ladders. Have an outside light turned on near your front door and walkway. Keep any paper and cloth decorations away from jack o’lantern candles or use battery/electric-powered decorations instead. Keep pets secured so they don’t run out of the door, bite a child, or get scared themselves. For a change of pace, give non-food treats, such as stickers, pens, coins, or temporary tattoos. Kids & parents Parents should put reflective tape on costumes or add bright colors to increase visibility. And, make sure the costume does not drag on the ground. Make-up, rather than masks, should be worn to help ensure that children have a clear, unobstructed view of their surroundings. Wear only flame-resistant costumes. Do not carry anything that

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City’s history in discussions, movies at Archives Bazaar Panel discussions on photo forensics, Hollywood film history and preservation will be on the agenda of the fourth annual Los Angeles Archives Bazaar at USC’s Davidson Conference Center on Sat., Oct. 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. KTLA’s Stan Chambers,

L.A.: The Chandlers and Their Times,” about the family dynasty that published the Los Angeles Times from 18821980. The free event includes collections and archives of 60 local historical societies and universities.

Judith Freeman (who writes about Raymond Chandler) and other local authors will talk about how history influences their work. Two films will be shown: “On These Shoulders We Stand” about gay life and activism in 1950s-80s, and “Inventing

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ments. These include the parkway on Highland Avenue between Wilshire Blvd. and Melrose Ave. He arranged for the trimming of the tall Washingtonia parkway palm trees throughout the area without cost to property owners. New parks New playgrounds and parks he secured funding for include the Robert Burns Park at Beverly Blvd. and Van Ness Ave., named for a former Councilman, and Windsor Park at Windsor Blvd. and 9th St., which has been renamed Harold Henry Park. Henry also obtained funds for the West Wilshire Playground and swimming pool as well as the Lemon Grove Playground in Hollywood. Another project of his was the installation of storm drains and sewers in the district. He sponsored installation of parking meters in several sections to provide funds for the acquisition of property for offstreet parking use. Landscaping in the Mile The Councilman was also the sponsor of the beautification of Miracle Mile through the landscaping of traffic islands. Ernest Debs, a County Supervisor who served on the City Council with Henry called his cohort a “quiet, unassuming gentleman who proved he had a backbone of steel when the interests of his constituents were threatened.” John Ferraro, a Police Commissioner at the time of Henry’s death, was appointed to fill his seat on the Council.

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This is one in a series of people who made a difference in the betterment of our community. First elected in 1945 to represent the Fourth District in City Council, Harold A. Henry represented the area for more than four decades. Prior to his election, he was a newspaper publisher of the Wilshire Press. Henry also was secretary-manager of the Western Ave. Business Assoc. which became the Wilshire Chamber of Commerce. He was called “Mr. Wilshire” because of his successful projects including widening Wilshire Blvd., installing ornamental lighting and establishing the Wilshire Police division. A Nevada native and graduate of the University of Nevada, Henry moved to Los Angeles and became a reporter with the Los Angeles Examiner. His first political experience was as a city Playground and Recreation Commissioner, appointed by Mayor Fletcher Bowron. He also served as a member of the Coliseum Commission. Council leadership The Councilman was reelected to office 10 times to two-year terms. He died in office in 1966. A resident on Lucerne Blvd., he served eight years as president of the city council and acting mayor. He also represented the city on the League of California Cities. City beautification Landscaping projects were among his many accomplish-

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