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vol. 46, no. 12 • delivered to the 76,439 readers in hancock park • windsor square • fremont place • park labrea • larchmont village • Miracle Mile

SECTION ONE

'Bungalow' on Windsor Square meeting agenda

Alliance confirms opposition to Crenshaw stop Lacks 'planning'

BAKE SALE for cancer research. 30 YE OLD TREE lot on Larchmont. 11 SHOPPING, service for New Garment Assoc. 17 HOLIDAY paranormal romance. 18 BONNIE BLUE, of "Gone With the Wind," is home. 19 PIGGY BANKS for Hope-Net.

GUIDE DOG in training on Wilton Place. 31

SECTION TWO Real Estate Home & Garden

HOME GROWN at Larchmont Farmers Market. 8 LOX and arugula at Farmer's Market. 13

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The Wilshire Homeowners Alliance has gone on record opposing a Metro station at Crenshaw Blvd. In a letter dated Nov. 12 to David Mieger, Metro project manager, the community group stated that there is no “planning-based reason to justify construction of an unneeded subway station at this location.” The letter went on to say: “Scarce subway construction funds should not be wasted on building an expensive station in this low-density location, very close to the existing station at Western Avenue.” The Alliance is a group of 12 residential groups including the Hancock Park Homeowners Association, Windsor Square Association, Wilshire Park Association and Windsor Village Association. State Assembly Speaker Karen Bass’s meeting on Nov. 19 on the future of the Metro was the latest in a series of public discussions. Bass told the audience of close to 100 at Wilshire United Methodist Church the stimulus money and voter-approved funds will transform its transportation landscape.

Music to add to holiday festivity on Larchmont

Three Squeaky Wheels awarded

AREA BALLERINAS, sugar plum fairies and a nutcracker star in Marat Daukayev Company's seasosonal favorite. Page 42

Campaign hopes to lure See’s to original home Petition drive underway in St. Andrew's Square By Laura Eversz An effort to lure See’s Candies back to its original site at 135 N. Western Ave. is looking sweeter, thanks to a letterwriting campaign by members of the St. Andrews Square Neighborhood Association (SASNA). The original See’s Candy Shop & Kitchen opened in 1921. The two-story building was recently given landmark status by the city; its façade is soon to be restored following Cultural Heritage Commission guidelines. An e-mail circulated to neighborhood associations asked residents to write to

the See’s Corporation encouraging it to lease space in the building for an outlet store. “Say, in your own words, that you (and your friends, neighbors, relatives) would love to have See’s come back to its original location,” read the missive. “Sign your name and address so they’ll know you’re serious and local!” “I think it would be so terrific to have See’s in its historic original location,” said Henrietta Cosentino, SASNA secretary. “It would do a lot for the revitalization of Western Ave.” In addition to the e-mail campaign, SASNA organized See Sees, p. 16

Open house Dec. 6 Santa IS coming to town. He will arrive, courtesy of Fire Station 29, aboard an engine on Sun., Dec. 6 at 1 p.m. at California National Bank, 137 N. Larchmont Blvd., and he will be hearing wishes until 3 p.m. Santa’s appearance is part of the annual Holiday Open House from noon to 5 p.m. sponsored by the Larchmont Boulevard Assoc. DJ Forrest Mikell will be playing holiday music. The Pilgrim School and Ebell choirs and the Salvation Army Brass Band also will perform on the boulevard.

By Chris H. Sieroty As some Windsor Square residents continue to protest the Larchmont Bungalow, which they claim operates in violation of local zoning laws, City Councilman Tom LaBonge expressed his support for their ongoing fight to either close the restaurant or have them operate within the law. LaBonge told about 100 residents who gathered for the annual Windsor Square Association town hall meeting at the Ebell Club Nov. 12 that the issue should be decided this month at a city hearing. “I want new businesses and successful businesses along Larchmont Blvd.,” he said. “I also welcome new business, but (they) have to follow the law. They are not in compliance with the law.” LaBonge, who described the shopping district as “our American Main Street,” expressed his frustration at trying to contact the property’s owner Albert Mizrahi to discuss trying to reach a settleSee Windsor Square, p. 26

On the Boulevard Glimpses by Jane From Australia to Rangoon or closer yet, Arden and June, we begin our holiday poem with wishes to every home. We’ll sing a mighty chorus to families Jones, Bonorris. With the Wagners we’ll croon plus Cowans, Whiters, Kuhns. Noel to the Boecks, Craddocks, Nelsons, Kennedys and Coxes. To the O’Sullivans, cheers, and to Wolfs, Hudsons, Freres. May the holidays be merry to the kin of Blakely, Riberi plus Buhais, Martins, Wrights the Spiegels, Fourticqs, Whites.

VISIT SANTA at California National Bank during the open house. Above, St. Nick arrives on Larchmont Blvd. last year.

Shop for Gameboys, iPhones with the Hills, Landays, Cohens. To the list add Fullers, Kreisses,

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December 2009

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Community

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"What is at the top of your wish list for the holidays?"

Scene on Larchmont

By Jane Gilman

Reflections

As we look back over 2009, we see it’s been quite a year. The Olympic Police Station opened at 11th St. and Vermont Ave., sending residents east of Windsor Blvd. into a panic. Despite fears of less police response, residents now find they sometimes receive responses from both Olympic and Wilshire Police. In January, local students were eye-witnesses to President Barack Obama’s inauguration. Our February issue covered the community’s concerns about area medical marijuana dispensaries located near a library and school. A new face on the political scene, Paul Koretz, was elected to the Fifth District seat on City Council. Hearings were held in May on the multi-story 562-unit housing/retail complex that will change the face of the block of property at Wilshire Blvd. and La Brea Ave., south to Eighth St. Farmers Market celebrated its 75th anniversary with a series of events during July and August. In the fall, residents and business people protested the opening of a take-out business, operating as a restaurant in violation of the Q condition which limits the number of restaurants on Larchmont Blvd. between First St. and Beverly Blvd. As the holiday season begins, we convey to our readers a merry Christmas, happy Hanukkah and wishes for a recession-free new year.

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

READY TO RUN. Signing up for the Tuesday night threeand five-mile runs are, from left, Jennifer Hartman, Craig Butler, Avital Shavit and Ernie Strawn. The runs are sponsored by Starbucks on Larchmont. Participants win prizes and beverage samples when they return to the store.

Police Beat Officer Pelayo aids in arrest of robber, car thief

Thanks to our Members! We thank our members for continuing to make Hancock Park the great neighborhood it is. 2009 has seen a lot of important accomplishments, including the establishment of the HPOZ Board and implementation of community improvements initiations at John Burroughs that have resulted in a school drop off process, neighborhood cleanup and campus beautification. These achievements were the result of years of work by HPHOA members. The HPOZ creation took almost 10 years and the attempts to improve John Burroughs impact on the community date back to the founding of the Association in the 70’s. The strength of the Hancock Park community and our members’ commitment is what keeps Hancock Park one of the best communities in L.A. to live in. We’re also thankful for the help our Councilman Tom LaBonge, and his deputies Renee Weitzer, Nikki Ezhari, Carolyn Ramsey and Doug Mensman have given in dealing not only with the long term projects, but with day to day issues such as abandoned houses, zoning violations and other quality of life issues. 2010 has a number of initiatives such as a Parkway tree inventory; replanting parking way trees; and expanding Preferential Parking Districts as appropriate. We’ll continue to work on traffic, zoning, managing filming activity, neighborhood beautification as well as the larger area issues that impact Hancock Park, such as electronic billboards, marijuana dispensaries and large scale developments. Traffic Committee Co-Chair John Rolf continues to press the operators of the Mozza restaurants to provide appropriate off-street parking for employees and customers. John has also taken the lead opposing Mozza To-Goís efforts to obtain licenses to sell alcoholic beverages for off-site consumption. This type of commercial activity, whether it is a gas station or a mini-market, is usually opposed by the Association unless there are substantial guarantees in place. If you’d like to volunteer to serve on a committee, or if you have a question or concerns please visit our website: www. 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, www.hancockpark.org, or the Los Angeles Planning Department web site poz/la/hancock-http://preservation.lacity.org/hpark 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: http://www.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, 323-936-4928; email address sjapfel@hotmail.com. Graffiti removal service is: 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 323-692-1414 (Home) and 310-659-6220 (office) Adv.

"My list is not material. I've been provided for. What I wish for is peace in our world. And I wish that the economy improves." Kathy Dickinson 5th St.

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OLYMPIC DIVISION ROBBERIES In early November, Olympic area experienced a series of armed robberies. The crimes occurred late in the evening at Clinton and Serrano, Van Ness and Rosewood, and on the 5000 block of Maplewood. The suspects in two of these robberies were driving a Camry stolen from the 600 block of N. Beachwood Dr. The Camry’s owner notified

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police that immediately after the theft, credit cards left in his vehicle had been used at a marijuana clinic in Hollywood and at the Target store on La Brea Ave. A male, who had purchased $400 of marijuana using the card, was later arrested. The following day, Senior Lead Officer Joseph Pelayo spotted the stolen vehicle on Gower and Camerford. A suspect was found hiding in the vehicle and was arrested. While a victim was jogging on the 300 block of N. Wil(Please turn to page 4)

Community Calendar Sun., Dec. 6: Larchmont Boulevard Association’s Holiday Open House, noon to 5 p.m. Thurs., Dec. 10: Holiday Shopping Night on Larchmont Blvd., Beverly Blvd. to First St., 6 to 9 p.m. Fri., Dec. 11: Hanukkah begins at sundown. Fri., Dec. 25: Christmas. Thurs., Dec. 31: Neighborhood delivery of the Larchmont Chronicle. Fri., Jan. 1: New Year’s Day Rose Parade. Wed., Jan. 13: Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council meeting. Ebell Club, 743 S. Lucerne Blvd., 7 p.m. Mon., Jan. 18: Martin Luther King holiday.

"My wish is for everyone to enjoy life more. That's what we're here for!" Amy Darsa and daughter Lena Morley Larchmont Blvd.

"I have everything I ever wanted. So my wish would be for better understanding between races and religions." Peter Landay Irving Blvd.

"Peace. And I wish all the busi-

nesses on Larchmont were busier. It's hard to see small independent businesses we love being squeezed out. Larchmont Village is special. I hope it's not the end of an era.'" Wendy Hewland Gower St.

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INSIDE

Letters to the editor Sidewalks, not businesses

Section one RELIGIOUS NEWS

SCHOOLS

AROUND THE TOWN 37 ENTERTAINMENT Theater Review- 41 At the Movies - 45

41 GOOD works, bake sale for homeless. Sect. 1, 14

Section two REAL ESTATE

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MUSEUM ROW

HOME & GARDEN

PROFESSOR KNOW-IT-ALL

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REAL ESTATE SALES 2

OIL PREDATES golf at club site. Sect. 2, 4

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The uproar over the new business on Larchmont {Larchmont Bungalow} is reminiscent of the La Luna debacle which occurred because a young couple from Mexico City leased the space when La Luna failed to meet their lease obligations. A contingent of La Luna supporters, acting like the Larchmont Taliban, intimidated the new tenant by threatening a boycott and litigation. After signing a lease agreement, they sensed a level of hostility that shocked them and decided that this was not the place that they wanted to do business. Retail on Larchmont has changed just like retail everywhere else. Food has grown to be a much bigger part of lifestyles than ever before. The Larchmont Fair is a good example; a few years ago there would have been very little food served. The Fair was mostly food and, by the way, an extremely successful Fair. For every loud negative comment spoken about Larchmont today there are about 50 silent supporters, and they are the ones that are supporting the merchants on the street, not the naysayer. The Larchmont Bungalow is already a success and fills a void that the street (Please turn to page 38)

Not about chairs

The controversy over the illegal restaurant Larchmont Bungalow is not about whether or not they can have tables and chairs! It’s about stopping a developer from doing whatever he wants! The tables and chairs are a technicality, sort of like arresting Al Capone for tax evasion, but they illustrate the way Albert Mizrahi and his partners operate—say whatever it takes to the city councilmember to get the restaurant open, then act like you didn’t understand the rules and appeal to the sympathy of nice neighbors. The owner of the Larchmont Bungalow property, developer Mizrahi, and his Bungalow partners, Jonathan Ahron and Ken Bernard, operating manager of the restaurant, want you to think they are just a couple of guys being picked on by a small group of residents who don’t want you to have a new restaurant. How ironic, we’re the little guys, we don’t own a single square inch of Larchmont but they own 20,000 square feet! Mr. Mizrahi wants you to welcome him to the street as a hero in this economic recession for employing 40 or so people. But what about all the people who lost their jobs after he bought (Please turn to page 38)

Notes From the

Happiness is being at home for the Holidays. Happiness is having your loved ones with you on the Holidays. Happiness is shopping, eating and browsing through Larchmont Boulevard for the Holidays. The Boulevard has prepared for a wonderful holiday season – come join us for fun, friendship and that amazing sense of Community. Join us as you count your blessings in our wonderful Boulevard and our community. As we look back on the year I am struck by the expression and the question is this “the new normal”? Many in our community are trying to adjust to new circumstances which have not been always comfortable or pleasant. Change though difficult and harsh can be a positive experience. On the Boulevard we had many changes – we had new establishments come and we have lost old time favorites. We, at the Larchmont Boulevard Association, are committed to preserving the charm, character and sense of community that we have on Larchmont. It has been said by so many that the Larchmont experience is unique, special, quaint and still in “human scale”. There are the other adjectives that apply to larger shopping areas and complexes but not to us. We are a small island in the city surrounded by the best community in the world serving the needs of this surrounding community. Thank you for your support. www.Larchmont. com. Happy Holidays. Adv.

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.

GWNC TaCkles HoT-BuTToN Issues The November 11 meeting of the GWNC agenda was full of important land use and community issues including: • Cell Cell Phone Phone Tower Tower Proliferation Proliferation – – The GWNC Board of Directors voted unanimously to recommend a moratorium on all new cell phone towers until the laws can be reviewed and a new policy created. • Larchmont Larchmont Bungalow Bungalow ( (107 107 N. Larchmont) Larchmont) – Comments Comments were were heard from the managers of the Larchmont Bungalow and GWNC Board members members regarding regardingtothe thebusiness’ business’requirement requirement to to operate as a takeout facility. The GWNC Board voted 12 in favor, one opposed to support enforcement of “Q” conditions in general and the specific actions of the City of Los Angeles Building & Safety to enforce the requirements in this case. • Wilshire Wilshire Subway, Subway, Crenshaw Crenshaw Station Station – – Eight Eight GWNC board members voted in favor, one opposed and four abstained for a motion to oppose the building of a station at Crenshaw and Wilshire Boulevards. The GWNC will invite MTA planners to attend our January meeting to discuss options for development for the existing MTA-owned property at the corner of Crenshaw and Wilshire. • Proposed Proposed Medical Marijuana Ordinance – Twelve GWNC Board Medical Marijuana Ordinance – Twelve GWNC Board votes invotes favorinand favor oneand abstention one abstention for recommending for recommending the GWNC the GWNC support the support City the Attorney City Attorney and the fourth and the draft fourth of the draft proposed of the proposed ordinance.ordinance. • Windsor Village Developer Lawsuit – The Windsor Village Developer Lawsuit – The GWNC GWNC Board Board voted voted unanimously to request that the City of Los Angeles vigorously defend a lawsuit brought by the developer of the property located at 751-752 South Windsor Blvd. alleging “abuse of discretion” in denials of development permits within the Park Mile area. • Fire station station 29 29 New GPS Units purchased purchased – The The GWNC GWNC purchased and delivered five portable GPS units for Fire station 29 purchased and delivered five portable GPS units for Fire station The 29The station’s captain reports “they are thrilled” with the items. station’s captain reports “they are thrilled” with the items. • Robert Robert Burns Burns Park Park – – The The GWNC GWNC Board Board voted voted unanimously unanimously to spend $658.50 for five 24” boxed trees for the landscaping improvements at Robert Burns Park. The park has been temporarily closed for re-seeding of the lawn and new landscaping. We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting – January 13, 2010, 7 p.m., @ the Wilshire Ebell – January 13, 2010, 7 p.m., @ the Wilshire Ebell , Parking available Parking available in the lot! in the lot!

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By John Winther

The Windsor Square Association held its annual meeting (arguably, its 85th, because the WSA was founded in 1925), in the ballroom of the historic Ebell of Los Angeles on November 12th. Meeting highlights included: • Los Angeles Police Department Captains Davis (Wilshire) and Blake (Olympic) and Senior Lead Officers Cordova (Wilshire) and Pelayo (Olympic), who made reports on their joint coverage of our neighborhood, including the good news that crime was down in general. • The presentation of the annual “Squeaky Wheel Award.” The Award honors residents of Windsor Square whose persistence in addressing an issue of community concern protects or improves the quality of life in the neighborhood. This year’s Award was presented jointly to Michael Cornwell, Jane Usher, and Carolyn Ramsay, who collectively served a quartercentury as WSA President. • Councilmember Tom LaBonge also attended. Among other matters, he spoke about welcoming new businesses to Larchmont Boulevard and about the importance of also respecting zoning conditions on the Boulevard. Councilman LaBonge additionally made a special award to former WSA President Mike Cornwell, who continues to coordinate Windsor Square filming permits. The Councilmember presented Mike with a one-foot-long piece of the trolley line steel rail that used to run down the center of Larchmont Boulevard. The WSA joins Councilmember LaBonge in encouraging compliance with, and enforcement of, local zoning laws, and the WSA urges residents to review the “Q Conditions” zoning regulation that affects Larchmont Boulevard. Residents can view the adopted Larchmont Ordinance and also keep up to date regarding general activity on the Boulevard by visiting the web site: www.ilovelarchmontblvd.com

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(Continued from page 2) ton Pl. at 11:35 p.m. on Nov. 11, three males approached him demanding money. A cell phone was taken. One suspect was arrested and the property recovered later. PREVENTION TIP: Pay attention to your surroundings, especially at night. If approached, try to remember details that will help police with making an arrest. BURGLARIES A suspect was foiled in his attempt to break into a home on the 100 block of N. Wilton Pl. between 1 and 5 p.m. on Oct. 31. The suspect smashed a rear door window but was unable to get through the deadbolt locks. A duffle bag holding art supplies was stolen from an apartment on the 600 block of N. St. Andrews Pl. between 7:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Nov. 11. An Apple laptop computer worth $3,000 was removed from a home on the 200 block of S. St. Andrews Pl. at 2:25 p.m. on Nov. 11. A suspect gained entry by smashing the front glass door and fled through the rear door. Jewelry, a television and a Sony Play Station worth $16,300 were reported stolen from a home on the 300 block of N. Norton Ave. between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. Nov. 13. The suspect broke in through a side window and left through a rear door. A Samsung laptop computer and jewelry totalling $42,000 worth of property were taken from a home on the 400 block of S. Van Ness Ave. between 6 p.m. Nov. 20 and 12:45 a.m. Nov. 21. The suspect entered by prying open a front door and fled by the rear door. PREVENTION TIP: Keep area well lit and lock all doors, gates, garage and windows. If you are leaving town, put

lights and a radio on a timer, and ask friends to collect all newspapers. Install an alarm. WILSHIRE DIVISION BURGLARIES A home on the 100 block of N. Lucerne Blvd. was ransacked on Nov. 5 at 8:20 a.m. The suspect forced open the back door before going through the house, stealing property and fleeing through the front door. A camera and photography equipment were stolen from an apartment on the 100 block of N. Sycamore Ave. on Nov. 7 between 12:30 and 7:30 p.m. The suspect entered through a side window. THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE Electronic equipment, auto parts and accessories were removed from a BMW on the 400 block of S. Orange Dr. between 1 and 7 a.m. on Nov. 10. Auto parts and accessories were taken from a Mercedes Benz 240 parked on the 100 block of S. Sycamore Ave. between 4 p.m. Nov. 10 and 8:50 a.m. Nov. 11. A telephone and equipment were removed from an unlocked Volvo on the 100 block of S. Sycamore Ave. between 10 p.m. Nov. 10 and 7 a.m. Nov. 11. Auto parts and accessories were stolen from a BMW on the 100 block of S. Orange Dr. between 11:30 p.m. Nov. 10 and 7:40 a.m. Nov. 11. Electronic equipment was removed from a Volkswagen Jetta on the 600 block of N. Sycamore Ave. between 11:35 p.m. on Nov. 11 and 7:45 a.m. on Nov. 12. Money was stolen from an Audi A4 on the 500 block of N. Lucerne Blvd. between 12:30 and 9:30 a.m. on Nov. 13. PREVENTION TIP: Secure your vehicle by locking all

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Police seek clues to La Brea murder Police are continuing their search for the killer of Juan Segura, 18, who was shot on Nov. 22 at 2:30 p.m. near the intersection of Olympic Blvd. and La Brea Ave. The victim was walking down La Brea Ave. when a car pulled up alongside him

and his friend. One of the car’s occupants opened fire. Segura was shot in the chest, collapsed on the sidewalk and was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Police are seeking witness-

es. They believe the incident was gang-related. Anyone with information regarding the shooting is urged to contact Wilshire Area Homicide Detectives Frank Carrillo or Javier Hernandez at 213-473-0446.

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Larchmont Bungalow asks for six-month delay at hearing

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Three appeals by Larchmont Bungalow were heard on Tues., Dec. 1 by the Building and Safety Department Board of Commissioners, as we went to press. The hearing follows an inspection by officials who cited the Bungalow at 107 N. Larchmont Blvd. for operating a restaurant in violation of its permit as a take-out/retail store and its agreement with the city stipulating no tables and chairs. Bungalow owners state they are being singled out by a select few of the Larchmont community. “We did not open this restaurant to fight city hall or break the law. All we wanted to do is provide the ultimate experience for Larchmont and the surrounding area and provide jobs—50 in all—for

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the community,“ according to larchmontbugalow.com. The Bungalow owners have asked the city to nullify the agreement they signed to operate as a take-out, and failing that, they have asked for a sixmonth extension to bring their operation into compliance. Members of the Larchmont business community and residents who oppose the appeal, planned to attend the hearing to show the commissioners that they support the city’s enforcement actions and requiring the Bungalow to immediately comply with the law, said Patty Lombard, partner in a community based website: www.ilovelarchmont.com Note: Commission findings will be listed on larchmontchronicle.com when they are available.

Crime, zoning enforcement, marijuana among LVNA topics Crime, medical marijuana clinics, street repair and zoning were discussed at the recent annual meeting of the Larchmont Village Neighborhood Association (LVNA). L.A.P.D. senior lead officers Joe Pelayo from Olympic Division and Dave Cordova, Wilshire Division, addressed a rash of car break-ins. Pelayo reminded residents to report all crime, including vandalism and suspicious behavior. Capri Maddox and Mina Park, neighborhood prosecutors from the city attorney’s office, said they would continue to prosecute loiterers and trespassers who create problems at public parks and

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business establishments. David Berger, special assistant city attorney, made a presentation on medical marijuana clinics, and Councilman Tom LaBonge voiced strong support for a proposed ordinance. Among other things, it would require that dispensaries be located at least 1,000 feet from schools, churches, childcare centers, libraries, rehab facilities and each other. He also spoke in support of enforcement of the Q Condition, which limits the number of restaurants in Larchmont Village, and said work on the Wilshire Blvd. curb lane and repaving of Beverly Blvd. will resume after New Year’s.

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Etz Chaim Congregation has appealed a city Zoning Administrator’s ruling that denied the Orthodox synagogue a permit to hold prayer services at the site. Rabbi Chaim Rubin sought to continue his religious uses at the home at Third St. and Highland Ave., a single-family neighborhood in Hancock Park—a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone. Associate zoning administrator Albert Landini wrote the location was not suited for religious uses in his 42-page report. A public hearing of the appeal before the Central Area Planning Commission has been set for Tues., Feb. 23. Meanwhile, some residents question why the 8,100-square foot home continues to operate as a temple and its congregation hold services without a permit. “City Attorney Carmen Trutanich was very firm in the signage issue at L.A. Live in saying ‘A ban is a ban and a permit is a permit’ ... Why, then, is Etz Chaim allowed to operate without a permit?” asks Len Hill, president of the League of Residential Neighborhood Advocates. City action is put on hold until a final decision has been made, said Frank Bush, assistant chief of code enforcement for the city Building and Safety Dept. “We’ll take the appropriate enforcement action after a decision is made, and we receive a complaint.”

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SPARKLE with necklaces at Lux, 143 N. Larchmont Blvd., lux-la.com 214 N. Larchmont.

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WINES, spirits, cheeses and more fill gift baskets at Larchmont Village Wine & Cheese, 223 N. Larchmont.

WRAP your loved one in a shawl imported from France, at My Favorite Place, 142 N. Larchmont.

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CRA funds signal start of Munger YMCA Get the shovels ready; groundbreaking on the Munger Family YMCA should begin in the near future. The Hollywood Wilshire YMCA received a $6 million grant from the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) for its building project. The long-awaited grant will enable construction to go forward for the new YMCA, said Kitty Gordillo, director of development. The 29,000-square-foot multi-level facility, located at the corner of 3rd and Oxford at 249 S. Oxford Ave., replaces the existing Wilshire YMCA building. The Munger Family YMCA will be a part of the Hollywood Wilshire YMCA, a two-facility YMCA Branch. When complete, it will serve an estimated 2,700 families. Facilities will include an aquatic center, running track, youth and teen canteen, child

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Author of Chandler book at The Ebell Bill Boyarsky, the author of “Inventing L.A.: The Chandlers and Their Times,” will be speaking to members of The Ebell of Los Angeles at its Mon., Dec. 14 meeting.

In his 30 years with the L.A. Times, Boyarsky was a political writer, featured columnist, and city editor. His book covers four generations of the Chandler family.

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New jewelry shop; couture for the home; fresh scones & Wifi Sign painters are working overtime on Larchmont Blvd., thanks to the influx of new businesses. Deep red coral, blue-green abalone and mother of pearl jewelry are displayed in all their splendor at Kahbala, at 113 N. Larchmont. Handcrafted earrings, necklaces, rings and bracelets are designed in mix and match settings. A collection for men will be featured soon, says store keeper Celeste. The shop, which specializes in materials from Central and South America, also sells tables and lamps made of bamboo, guadua and other woods, custom designed to order. Hand-painted replica paintings by local artists are also featured. *** Larchmont Bungalow serves coffee, baked goods, breakfast, lunch and dinner amid a décor of natural wood floors and large windows facing the boulevard at 107 N. Larchmont. Originally the home of Dippell Realty, the former tenant was Hobin & Blunt jewelry and antiques. ***

Relax and sit a spell at Bricks & Scones, at 403 N. Larchmont Blvd., where the ambiance is as warm as the pastries—made by owner Jinah Kim’s mother. The fresh fruit cakes are her specialty, says Kim, a recent Tufts University graduate. The red velvet muffins are frosted to order and afternoon tea and scones come with jam and clotted tea. Sandwiches are also served, along with an assortment of teas, from lychee oolong to Darjeeling, and Intelligensia coffee. Brick walls, a cobblestone patio and leather couches are complimented by WiFi access, a loan-and-share library and bring-your-own mug discounts. *** Couture comes to Larchmont when home furnishings designer Marcie Bronkar opens her Cloth & Paper showroom this month at 126 ½ N. Larchmont. The salon will feature high-end textiles and wallpapers. “We are known for our Shelter Cloth and fabulous printed linens which are on soft-washed reversible lin-

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his private orthodontic practice on the fourth floor of the Larchmont Medical Building. The board-certified orthodontist is also a clinical instructor at the UCLA School of Dentistry, Department of Orthodontics. Save the date for his open house—Thurs., Jan. 21 from 4 to 7 p.m.—at Larchmont Village Orthodontics, 321 N. Larchmont Blvd., Ste. 405.

*** And Café du Village, 139 N. Larchmont, received a reprieve; it will not be leaving the boulevard just yet. Serge Peri, co-owner, said they will be serving croque monsieurs and croissants until the end of January. After 12 years on the Boulevard, he hopes to stay, but it’s dependent on the economy.

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All aboard for Metro; festival open to walkers, equestrians The holidays are upon us and that means more parties, more family time and, unfortunately, more traffic. When you’re sitting in traffic over the next month, think of how much Los Angeles needs a great mass transit system. My experience during 35 years in public service has shown me that the full participation of a smart, thoughtful, well-informed public contributes to the best public construction projects. I appreciate all of the Wilshire area residents who have participated in METRO’s planning meetings for the Westside Extension project on Wilshire Blvd. My staff will work with you to make sure this project is done right. My staff and I took a tour of the new Gold Line Extension the week before it opened to the public on Nov. 15. Metro

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Rodriquez will ride on Mexico float during Rose Parade Look for designer Raul Rodriquez riding on the Consulate General of Mexico float with his macaw Sebastian during the Rose Parade on New Year’s Day. The Mexico float is one of 14 the Windsor Square resident has created for the annual event. This year’s parade theme is “A Cut Above the Rest.” Rodriquez began his career at the age of 15 when he designed the city of Whittier float for the parade. The other floats he has

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Shoppers on Larchmont Blvd. on Thurs, Dec. 10 from 6 to 9 p.m. will receive discounts, refreshments and prizes when they visit village stores. Larchmont Boulevard Association members will be participating in the Holiday Shopping Night. DJ Forrest Mikell will spin holiday music. Starbucks will serve mini hot chocolate, and A Silver Lining is holding an art show featuring works by Ned Cowan. Look for discounts or other perks at Landis Stationery, Haas Hair Design and Village Heights. Pickett Fences will have half-hour drawings for merchandise and champagne. Chevalier’s, Crumbs, Kicks, Collector’s Haven and Chocoholics are among other businesses participating.

Freshly cut trees at Wilshire Rotary lot through Dec. 23 Freshly cut trees will be for sale at the annual holiday Wilshire Rotary Club lot through Wed., Dec. 23. The lot is at 568 N. Larchmont Blvd., between Beverly Blvd. and Melrose Ave., across the street from Page Private School. Oregon trees—Nobles and Douglas firs—will range in size from tabletop to 20-feet tall. Wreaths, garlands and other holiday items will also be for sale. Hours are 2 to 8 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekends. Tax-deductible monies support Rotary’s community service, literacy, student scholarships and international peace. Wilshire Rotary Club meets Wednesdays at noon at Ebell of Los Angeles, 743 S. Lucerne Blvd. Visit wilshirerotary.org

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Ages change, sign-ups begin for Little League Boys and girls can register online at www.wilshiresports. com through Jan. 31 for the 2010 Wilshire Association Little League spring season. The league, which previously accommodated ages five through 14, is changing to a more traditional Little

League age alignment of ages five through 12, said commissioner Jack Mansour. This year, the Majors division will be for boys ages 11 through 13; minors will accommodate nine-and 10-year-olds. Machine Pitch Minors will be for seven-and eight-year-

old boys; tee-ball for five-and six- year-old boys and girls. Tryouts for baseball will take place in February at John Burroughs Middle School, 600 N. McCadden Place. No tryouts are necessary for tee-ball teams. Ages are determined as of April 30, 2010.

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Softball league has grown, become more competitive with their kids year round.” All coaches are trained and certified by the Amateur Softball Association, and Wilshire Softball also offers player clinics run by coaches and players of area schools, including Marlborough, Flintridge Prep, HarvardWestlake, Campbell Hall and Fairfax High. “While our goal is to help girls build strong fundamental softball skills, we are equally committed to teaching, practicing and instilling the ideals of character, teamwork, good sportsmanship and fair play,” said Phillips. There are no territorial limits, so girls who live anywhere are welcomed into the league. Games are mostly played on Saturday and Sunday afternoons at Pan Pacific, Lemon Grove and Queen Ann Parks; Friday evening games are anticipated for the upcoming season. Register online at www. wilshiresoftball.com for $150. After Jan. 1, the fee increases to $175. Evaluation day is on Sat., Jan. 23 at Lemon Grove Park, 4959 Lemon Grove Ave. Practices begin on Mon., Feb. 1; opening day is Sun., Feb. 21.

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BAKE SALE is one way students are raising funds for the AdoptA-Family project at St. Brendan School. Here, from left, are Raymond Iguardia, Jack Phelps, Nick Miller and Luke Ebora.

Children of mothers working to overcome homelessness are among the recipients of this year’s holiday toy drive sponsored by St. Brendan Catholic Church. “We are in desperate need of new, unwrapped toys for children ages newborn to 18. Our needs have increased dramatically since last year,” said Mike Standifer, event chairman. “For most of these kids, this is the only toy they will receive for Christmas.” Recipients include children living at Alexandria House and youths involved with the religious education program at Blessed Sacrament Church.

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Volunteers sought Dec. 5, 6 for clothing drive Clean out your closets, get a tax deduction and help those in need this holiday season by supporting the National Council of Jewish Women’s holiday giveaway on Sun., Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to noon at 543 N. Fairfax Ave. Each year, more than 1,500 men, women and children benefit from the event, which is manned by a team of volunteers. “In this year’s economic times, there may be an increase in those in need, so we are planning for a larger turnout to help more people as well, said Ruth Williams, director of advocacy. Donations of clothing, toys, books and other merchandise can be dropped off Monday through Friday at 543 N. Fairfax Ave. Volunteers are needed to sort clothing from 9 a.m. to noon on Sat., Dec. 5. On the day of the giveaway, volunteers are needed to fill shifts from 7 to 10 a.m., and 9:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. To volunteer, call Melissa at 323-852-8505.

Larchmont Blvd. stylist on television Romi Cortier Salon stylist Arrick Anderson was featured on CBS-TV show, “The Insider,” on Nov. 13, creating a Taylor Swift-inspired hairdo. Arrick, who is also the stylist for “The Insider” host Laura Spencer, persuaded the crew to film at the 425 N. Larchmont Blvd. salon.

Alexandria House, located in the densely populated and ethnically diverse Mid-Wilshire area, is a non-profit transitional residence that provides safe and supportive housing for women and children in the process of moving from emergency shelter to permanent housing. The religious education program at Blessed Sacrament, which is run by a team of volunteers, serves children and families of limited financial means.

“Our goal is to collect 800 toys for the younger ones and $20 gift cards for the older children,” said Standifer. Donations can be dropped off through Fri., Dec. 18 at St. Brendan Church, 310 S. Van Ness Ave. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The toy drive is on Sat., Dec. 19 from 8 a.m. to noon at Blessed Sacrament Church of Hollywood, 6657 W. Sunset Blvd. For more information, call Standifer at 323-493-7500 or send an e-mail to mmdstandifer@yahoo.com

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With the U.S. Census process beginning, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises people to be cooperative, but cautious. Eventually, more than 140,000 workers will count every person in the U.S. and will gather information about every person living at each address including name, age, gender, race and other relevant data. The following advice by the BBB can help residents tell the difference between a U.S. Census worker and a con artist. U.S. Census workers will have a badge, a handheld device, a Census Bureau canvas GOT GRAFFITI? Call the Bureau of Street Lighting’s 24-hour repair hotline at 800-611-CITY.

bag and a confidentiality notice. Ask to see their identification and badge before answering questions. However, you should never invite anyone you don’t know into your home. Census workers are currently only knocking on doors to verify address information. Do not give your Social Security number, credit card or banking information to anyone, even if they claim they need it for the U.S. Census. While the Census Bureau might ask for basic financial information, such as salary range, they will not ask for Social Security, bank account or credit card numbers, nor will employees solicit donations. Eventually, Census workers may contact you by phone, mail or in person at home. However, they will not contact you by e-mail. Never click on a link or open any attachments from the U.S. Census Bureau. For more information, visit www.bbb.org.

Greener Ralphs re-opens; $90,000 donated Shoppers were greeted with a newly remodeled Ralphs super market during a ribboncutting ceremony Nov. 18 at the Miracle Mile supermarket at 5601 Wilshire Blvd., at Hauser Blvd. Donations totaling $90,000 to the Revlon/UCLA Breast Center and the Jewish Federation of Los Angeles— to support its “Fed Up With Hunger” program—were made in honor of the three-month remodel, said Mike Donnelly, Ralphs Supermarkets president. The 49,050-square foot Ralphs Fresh Fare store features wider aisles, organic produce, a staffed meat department, fresh seafood, baked breads, gourmet desserts and a floral section. Other amenities include a delicatessen, pharmacy and a mini-Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf. The 24-hour store also has a self-checkout station. Green technology includes skylights bringing in natural light, automated lighting and motion sensors and an energy-saving cooling system.

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Assembly member Mike Feuer (D. 42nd Dist.) was awarded the Civil Justice Leadership Award of 2009 by the Civil Justice Association of California (CJAC). The CJAC recognized Feuer last month for his work as chairman of the Assembly Judiciary Committee and authorship of Assembly Bill 83, which encourages individuals to act as “good samaritans.” The bill reverses a recent court decision and makes clear the legislature’s intent to shield those who voluntarily help rescue others in peril from lawsuits if they act responsibly. “Because of the passage of Assembly Bill 83, good samaritans today have no reason to hesitate to responsibly help someone in an emergency out of fear that they might be sued,” said Feuer. ‘I’m proud of the broad coalition that came together to make this common sense law possible.” He was moved to introduce the bill by personal experience. While driving home from

work, Feuer witnessed the driver of a pickup truck lose control and overturn. Feuer helped pull the driver and his family from the vehicle while others blocked traffic on the busy freeway.

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Jack Humphreville, the volunteer watchdog overseeing the city Department of Water and Power, has been named chairman of the Neighborhood Councils/ LADWP Memorandum of Understanding Oversight Committees. A past vice president of both committees, Humpreville will be continuing oversight of DPW’s projects and budgets.

Drivers enlist in organ and tissue DMV donations Since 2006, customers can sign up to be an organ or tissue donor while applying for or renewing their driver licenses/ ID cards at the California Department of Motor Vehicles, said director George Valverde. With more that 21,000 people in California on the waiting list for life-saving organs and tissues, DMV customers have stepped up to the cause by marking the “yes” box on their applications to be placed on the official organ donor registry, said Valverde. For more information about Donate Life California and the organ and tissue donation process, visit donatelifecalifornia. com.

He will be reporting to the 86 Neighborhood Councils on relevant issues. The Windsor Square activist campaigned successfully for the defeat of City Measure B, the solar panel installation program.

L.A. Auto Show opens Dec. 4 New vehicles and groundbreaking technology will be featured at the L.A. Auto Show Fri., Dec. 4 through Sun., Dec. 13 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S. Figueroa St. Thirty vehicles will make their world and North American debuts, including Audi, Ford, GM and Porsche. Among the 20 luxury vehicles is the $375,000 Lexus LFA, Rolls Royce Ghost with 500 hp, and the Audi E-Tron all electric concept. Advances in green technology will be featured in compact to luxury designs, hybrids, electric and plug-in models. Show hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays; 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $12 (cash only) and free for children 12 and under with accompanying adult.

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(Continued from page 1) a fundraiser using See's candies, and invited Richard Van Doren, the company’s director of marketing, to meet with representatives from SASNA and Council District 4 as well as building owner Paris Realty. He accepted, and will meet at the site in early December. Cosentino is hoping that the plans for restoration, the site's proximity to the new Munger Family YMCA and the profile of the surrounding neighborhood will convince Van Doren that See's should return to its original Western Ave. location. “When the building has been restored, it will be lovely,” said Cosentino. “It’s an interesting and vibrant area. The Paris Baquette bakery next door has been a huge success. I don’t see any reason why See’s won’t see the same kind of success.” Letters in support of a See’s outlet on Western Ave. can be e-mailed to Cosentino at secretary@st.andrews.org

THE CANDY STORE at 135 N. Western Ave. was opened in 1921 by Charles A. See. The building has been designated a city historic-cultural landmark.

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Divine Design will feature donated designs by J Brand, Moschino, C&C California, Nanette Lepore, Trina Turk, Tommy Hilfiger, Marc Jacobs and more. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Cost is $25 at the door, or online at www.divinedesign.org.

Season’s Greetings & Happy 2010 LOCAL RESIDENTS Clancy Martel (left) and Vita Cortese have been busy organizing “Wonderland,” a holiday fundraiser for Childhelp. The organization is celebrating its 50th year helping victims of child abuse and neglect. The event is at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel, 506 S. Grand Ave., on Mon., Dec. 7 beginning at 10 a.m. It will feature shopping from more then 20 local vendors, lunch, a raffle and entertainment. Tickets are $85. Call 818-360-8889.

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To All Our Readers & Advertisers TOP VOLUNTEER who was recognized at the Good Shepherd Home for Homeless Women luncheon in November was Marilyn Roberts, second from the right. On hand to congratulate her were, from left, her daughter-in-law Cynthia Roberts, husband Dr. Eric Roberts and daughter Suzanne Kaufman.

Alexandria House to host annual celebration Crafts and Ms. Claus will highlight a holiday celebration on Sat., Dec. 19 from 1 to 3 p.m. at 426 S. Alexandria Ave. Event host is Alexandria

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Mambo into shape at class at Hollywood Senior Center Learn the mambo, get in shape and learn Spanish while you’re at it at Sinda Martin’s classes at the Hollywood Senior Mulipurpose Center. The Puerto Rican native plays Latin music toward the end of class and shows a few moves to her elderly pupils. Most arrive early, ready to workout, even those with a cane. And because many are Hispanic, she teaches in two languages. Certified by the Arthritis Foundation, the 77-year-old retired nurse starts with a

Alzheimer’s Assoc. seeks volunteers The Alzheimer’s Association is seeking volunteers to assist with a phone helpline and light office duties at the headquarters at 5900 Wilshire Blvd. Volunteers are trained to answer calls and provide information and referral services at the toll-free helpline. In addition, the organization is looking for help with data entry, filing, making copies and maintaining its library. For information, call Judy Wunsch at 800-272-3900.

good stretch, adds some aerobic movements and posture and balancing exercises. Sinda says she stays in shape by adding yoga, swimming and ballroom dancing to her personal routine. The Center is at 1360 N. St. Andrews Pl., 323-876-7704. Information supplied by Morris Shulatsky.

Back pain sufferers can take part in a clinical trial at Olympia Medical Center under the guidance of Dr. Carl Lauryssen, also known as the Spinal Doctor. Requirements include being at least 45 years old and diagnosis of degenerative spinal stenosis of the lumbar spine. Treatment involves a technique called Vertiflex, a cushion device inserted between

Las Palmas Center honors volunteers, screens movies Volunteers from the Las Palmas Senior Citizen Center were honored for their service at a recent luncheon at the Castaway Restaurant in Burbank. City Councilman Tom LaBonge provided the group transportation to the restaurant and afterwards to a park. Volunteers run classes and activities, including bingo, bridge, dance, performance workshops, movies and audition preparation classes at the center at 1820 Las Palmas Ave. It is one of 27 senior centers operated by the city’s Dept. of Recreation and Parks. Las Palmas offers film screenings throughout the month. Among selections on Mondays at 10 a.m. are “The

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Wizard of Oz” on Dec. 7 and Irving Berlin’s “Holiday Inn” on Dec. 21. The Wednesday line-up includes “Requiem for a Dream” on Dec. 9, “Yentl” on Dec. 16 and “Christmas Cottage” on Dec. 23.

Four Pacific Hills’ students and their teacher worked with the L.A. Dept. of Public Health to help distribute over 1,100 H1N1 flu vaccinations at a Baldwin Hills vaccine center. Foreign language department chair, Fabian Bejarano, enlisted students from his Spanish AP class to communicate with Spanish speakers. Students Moritz Desinger, Ruben Contreras, Jay Fuentes and Daniel Jauregui assisted with patients, as well as distributed flyers at local churches and shopping centers.

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Sing-along, Santa’s workshop usher in old-time holiday cheer

The Bob Baker Marionette Theater’s “A Holiday Spectacular” includes a a trip to Santa’s workshop and the eight days of Hanukah. The shows are staged Tuesdays through Sundays at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. through Jan. 10 at 1345 W. First St. For information call 213250-9995 or go to bobbakermarionettes.com.

Sing-along at The Music Center Dec. 18

An evening of singing surrounded by the twinkling lights of The Music Center plaza are in store for visitors to the Music Center Holiday Sing-Along on Fri, Dec. 18 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Song sheets will be provided during the free night of singing.

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nequins will wear period clothing during the re-creation, “A Southern California Christmas.” Tours run Tuesday through Thursday at 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. with an additional tour on Saturday and Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Cost is $5 for adults and $1 for children under 12. The museum is at 401 E. M St., Wilmington. For more information go on the Internet at www.thebanningmuseum.org.

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Oriels, Caziers, Byrnes, Rices. Decorate with reds, greens for the Genewicks, Keanes. Add strings of shiny tinsel for families McLean, Gintel. Don’t forget the mistletoe for Williams, Rubens, Moes. Cover the tables with laces for Kesslers, Holters, Chases. There will be cakes and cheeses, for the Levinsons, Beesleys. Shine up the silver trays for the Goodmans, Fenadys. Did you get “Nutcracker” tickets for Campens, Hawleys, Picketts? Get out trains, lay the tracks for Glenns, Doughertys, Jacks. On the list add toys and books for the LaBonges, Grads, Cooks, Villaraigosa and Yaroslavksy plus the kin of Merhen, Klasky. Summing up holiday wishes: May the meals be delicious, may good memories increase may there be joy and peace. As this event-filled year ends, good wishes to readers, friends. This concludes our annual list, apologies to those we missed.

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See the Little Mermaid’s undersea kingdom and The Lion King’s “Circle of Life” at Disney on Ice at the Staples Center, Thurs., Dec. 17 to Sun., Dec. 20. Also on the “Worlds of Fantasy” show will be Tinker Bell and her fairy friends making their world premiere on ice. Pixar’s Cars will race through Radiator Springs as part of the skating show, which includes special effects and animatronics.

Music, shopping, Santa at Autry Center

Putting on his favorite boots and red suit, Santa Claus is saddling up his sleigh and rounding up his reindeer to visit good little boys and girls at the Autry National Center,

4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park Take a picture with him on Sat., Dec. 5 and Sun., Dec. 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Western Holiday Weekend sale, featuring merchandise from Griffith Park stores and the Southwest Museum, includes music and refreshments, is on both days from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Gather round and hear stories about native peoples of the eastern U.S., and learn about their rich cultures in a presentation on Sunday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Also that day is Cowboy Holiday Cheer, a concert in the Wells Fargo Theater, from 2 to 4 p.m. Activities are free with museum admission of $9 for adults; $5 for students; and seniors; $3 for children three to 12. Go to autrynationalcenter. org

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SQUEAKY WHEELS Michael Cornwell, center, to his right Carolyn Ramsay and Jane Usher on his left, are joined by WSA president Michael Genewick, left, and John Welborne, far right.

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Brother Patrick, 95, working, Big Sunday posts holiday wish list, hosts open house Big Sunday kicks off the was over I would continue to buying presents for needy fundraising at St. John of God holiday season with an open get calls from people seeking children, feeding the hun-

women in nursing, assisted and independent living facilities as well as an Alzheimer’s patient site. While Brother Corr was primary caregiver for the early patients, soon he was given the task of fundraising. One of his early successes was enlisting hotel magnate Conrad Hilton, and he raised more than $5 million for the Alzheimer’s Care Residence alone. Lately, with the downward economy, it has been tough, he notes, but Corr keeps upbeat. “That’s the time to hold on and plow along, and be happy with what we get rather than saying, ‘I should have a lot more.’” Article was based on excerpts from The Tidings magazine.

Backpacks, gifts on Hollygrove list Donations sought by Hollygrove, 815 N. El Centro Ave., include clothing, backpacks, gifts and grocery cards. Hollygrove’ Family Finding program helps reconnect children with safe, healthy families and speed their recovery from emotional trauma. The agency also locates biological family members for children in the program. For more information, call 323-463-2119 or send an email to helpkids@hollygrove. org.

our help,” said David Levinson, executive director. “We began compiling a holiday wish list because of the tremendous need in our community.” Opportunities range from

gry at Christmas and singing songs at nursing homes during Hanukkah to preparing care packages for soldiers or donating food, blankets and clothing to local shelters.

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Brother Patrick Corr follows in the footsteps of a 16th century saint at St. John of God Retirement and Care Center. As president of the Hospitaller Foundation, the Irishman still works hard, caring for the elderly, most of whom are younger than his 95 years. At 28 he took vows of poverty, chastity, obedience and hospitality, and was a postulant with the Hospitaller Brothers of St. John of God in Dublin. In 1945 he earned a diploma in psychiatric nursing and continued to assist the service founded by João Cidade in Granada, Spain. Brother Corr has overseen the center since 1946, when he left his homeland to be transferred to a place he’d never heard of—Los Angeles— where the order had begun a pioneering health-care effort. Open in 1942 with 12 beds for men with long-term illnesses and incurable diseases, under his tutelage it has grown to a seven-acre continuum care facility at Adams Blvd. and Western Ave. The Mediterranean-style buildings house 250 men and

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Religious news

Feeding piggy bank at Pickett Fences helps Hope Net

small, clear bank is inscribed “Hope-Net…because none

Christmas / advent 2009 sChedule of Parish serviCes “siMbanG Gabi”

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parents’, to use their ice cream or allowance money.” Already more than 350 piggy banks have been distributed to businesses, schools and individuals throughout the community. On the side of the

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December 25, Friday A Holyday of Obligation 8:00 & 10:00 AM, 12:00 NN Masses; (-No 5:00 PM Mass)

‘Joy to the World’ concert is Dec. 12 Seasonal music from around the world—dating

WilshirE PrEsbytErian ChurCh Join us for these exciting occasions: Advent Bible Study Wednesdays • 7pm December 20th Potluck luncheon after service December 24th Christmas Eve Service • 6pm

WPC is on the corner of 3rd Street & Western Avenue. For further information, call 213-387-5387.

Sunday Mornings 9:15 am Advent Bible Study Service 10:30 am

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Festival Festival of ofLights Lights December 21, 2008 December December 20, 20, 2009 2009 p.m. 7:30 7:30 p.m.

Music, Tableau, Music, Music, Tableau, Candlelight Service Candlelight Candlelight Service 6:00 Family Candlelight Dinner 6:00 p.m. p.m. Family Family Candlelight Candlelight Dinner Dinner ($10.00 per person: ($10.00 reserve 213/384-2151) ($10.00per per person: person: reserve reserve 213.384.2151) 213.384.2151) Worship, Worship, 11:00 a.m. Worship,Sundays Sundays at at 11:00 11:00 a.m. Church School Classes ChurchSchool SchoolClasses Classes for for All All Ages, Ages, Sundays Sundays at a.m. Church Sundays at 9:30 9:30 a.m.

from the Renaissance to modern times—will be performed at the Hollywood Master Chorale’s holiday concert, “Joy to the World.” The musical event is on Sat., Dec. 12 at 7 p.m. at the Wilshire United Methodist Church, 4350 Wilshire Blvd. The French Baroque piece “Midnight Mass for Christmas” is the featured selection under the direction of new conductor Jeffrey Bernstein. Erik Belsheim will play on the church organ and Chorale soloists will be featured. Tickets are $18 in advance and $20 at the door; $15 for students and seniors and $8 for children. Visit hollywoodmasterchorale.org for more information.

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all of the classrooms at her son’s school, St. Brendan’s, as a way for the children to understand the importance of giving back. ‘I want them to give some of their own money, not their

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PIGGY BANK at Pickett Fences has been filled and emptied frequently, said shop owner Joane Henneberger.

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Joane Henneberger has always appreciated Hope-Net’s role in providing food, shelter and care for those in need. The organization started in 1988 with one food pantry. Today Hope-Net congregations operate eight pantries whose schedules have been coordinated so that at least one is open every day of the week. A few months ago, Henneberger, the owner of Pickett Fences, 214 N. Larchmont Blvd., began to distribute piggy banks she got from the organization to help support its pantries at area churches, temples and synagogues. Donations help provide supplemental food for approximately 120,000 people a year. “It’s giving back to the community,” she said. Henneberger placed one of the clear plastic porcine banks in her store, where it has been filled and emptied many times. She also distributed them to

of our neighbors should go hungry.” To receive your own Hope-Net bank, call 213-3899949 or go to www.hope-net.

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Oasis volunteers engage in acts of service, here and afar AIDS Day. The group also offers tutoring at the Center every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to help children with their homework. “We’re also really proud of and excited about our men-

torship program with Big Brothers and Big Sisters,” said Moreno-Jones, who had a Big Brother of his own when he was a kid. “Many of our people are single moms raising little boys, and there’s no father fig(Please turn to page 30)

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A LONG LINE awaited Oasis volunteers, who passed out backpacks and school supplies to children in Tijuana. They will return this month to distribute toys for the holidays.

countries will get funding for cleft palate surgery. Jones-Moreno will be one of 40 volunteers who’ll get on the bus for a one-day excursion to Tijuana, Mexico where he expects to find hundreds of kids waiting to receive Christmas toys. On a recent trip to distribute backpacks and school supplies, “we got there at 10 in the morning, and there was already a long line,” said the pastor. The church also sells bottles of “Generosity Water,” of which 100 percent of the proceeds go to building water

wells in Africa and other parts of the world. Locally, Oasis partners with proven organizations to lend a hand. “We don’t try to reinvent the wheel, just find ways we can help. It’s our desire to do things that are tangible, like going out and feeding the homeless,” said JonesMoreno. Among Oasis match-ups are Project Angel Food, Habitat for Humanity and the Union Rescue Mission. The church teams up with the American Red Cross to host blood drives, and offers free HIV screening on World

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By Laura Eversz “I have the best job in the world,” declared Alex JonesMoreno, a pastor who oversees social justice and outreach at the Oasis Christian Center. Oasis began in 1984 at a home in Beverly Hills with fewer than 10 people. Today, more than 3,000 members meet for services at the Oasis Theatre at 5100 Wilshire Blvd. The congregation is racially diverse; the services—featuring live music and practical teaching—are creative and energetic. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming. And the focus, according to Jones-Moreno, “is about helping others.” Now, more than ever, people are hurting, he said. “They need tangible help to pay their bills, to keep their utilities on.” The Oasis holiday drive— with a goal of raising $160,000—aims to do that, and more. Besides families in the church that need assistance, funds raised will help the more than 73,000 homeless people in L.A. County. Children will receive Christmas presents, and those in impoverished

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Plus, join us for these upcoming special concerts and services: Dec 6 at 4:00pm Carols and Chants for Christmastide S. Wayne Foster, Organist in Residence, is joined by our Cathedral Singers for a festive holiday concert. Complete with time for singing beloved carols, this event is perfect for the whole family. Dec 20 at 12:00pm Senior Minister’s Christmas Reception This elegant holiday event begins after our morning worship service. Dec 24 - Christmas Eve 5:00 pm - Children and Family Service 10:30pm - Choral Prelude: Vivaldi’s Gloria 11:00pm - Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols

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Bake sale raises funds for cancer charity Lilly Roth-Shapiro and Mason Maxam teamed up recently to raise money for the Pablove Foundation. Their one-day lemonade and cookie sale on Larchmont Blvd. on Nov. 8 netted more than $1,200 along with dona-

Lilly’s father Greg Roth. The foundation is named in memory of Pablo Castellaz who died of cancer in June at age six. He was a classmate of the girls when they attended Walther School, at ages three and four.

The sale was also designed to raise awareness of childhood cancer. The Pablove Foundation supports the pediatric cancer community in and around Childrens Hospital Los Angeles.

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sion is to combat poverty and homelessness among families with children and enhance their economic security and well-being. Sponsorship forms may be found at beyondshelter.org. Drop off toys at Beyond Shelter’s office at 1200 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 600 through Sat., Dec. 12. For more information, call Maxine Moshay at 213-252-0772, ext. 115, or by e-mail at mmoshay@beyondshelter.org.

Holiday book drive to benefit schools Library shelves at St. Brendan and Pio Pico elementary schools will be overflowing with new books in the New Year thanks to the Holiday Book Drive sponsored by City National Bank and Barnes & Noble book stores. To participate, shoppers can purchase a book at Barnes &

Noble at The Grove and donate it to the drive at the first floor checkout. City National’s “Reading Is the Way Up” literacy program will match each book donated, up to $50,000, and the books will be distributed to the schools early next year. The book drive runs through Fri., Jan. 1.

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Many of these young people work in the entertainment industry, and they’re looking for significance. And they’ve found it in helping others.” It’s so counter-culture to Hollywood,” he continues. “Here the focus is not about you, it’s about others …helping others. And by doing that, you’ll receive everything that you need.” Jones-Moreno encourages anyone who wants to make a difference to come out and do so. “We are a faith-based organization, but you don’t have to be a member or even a Christian, just someone who wants to help.” For volunteer opportunities, go to www.oasisla.org.

(Continued from page 29) ure. “I’ve been a Big Brother for the past eight years, and it is an awesome experience.” Moreno-Jones said that while his former career as a social worker was very rewarding, he had to deal with so much beaurocracy and paperwork. “I love that here we get to do things where no strings are attached. There’s nothing better than to be able to help a family with a single mom who’s working really hard, but doesn’t have enough food to eat.” Another reward is seeing the joy Oasis members have found in helping others. “This is such a young church, with the average age being 28.

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Ann’s second guide dog Hagrid was also returned— after it was learned the owner planned to keep the dog alone in a caged yard all day, instead of by his side. At first the dog was returned to the training program, but she didn’t do well the second go round, and is enjoying life with Ann’s daughter in Minneapolis. The other dogs Ann raised have dutifully followed their longtime companions’ commands, led them out of harm’s way and overall relished their work. Besides wanting the job, they have to be unflappable—such as insensitive to loud noises— and, of course, friendly. Ann will take Valor to obedience classes, and once a month they will travel to a school at the Sylmar facility.

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TURNING POINT By Jules Zeesman 7th Grade At the State of the School Address, parents listened to Ms. Richman, head of school, talk about the expansion. Earlier this month we had the Book Fair. On the first day you make a wish list of what books and other things you want. Then on the second day, you bring money to buy your things. We also had parent teacher conferences. Middle school kids actually ran the conference. We say why we think we got the grade we received, what skills we learned, and what goals we want to achieve. Finally, both boys’ football teams lost in the playoffs, but the girls’ volleyball team won their first playoff match.

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TEmPlE ISRaEl By Brianna Tuomi 6th Grade Sixth grade has been busy with fun activities over the past several weeks! We ran a booth at the Larchmont Fair. Prior to that, a representative from The Jewish World Watch came to our class to inform us of all the problems in Darfur. We were motivated to raise awareness about Darfur and glad that the profits we would make selling T-shirts and food at our booth would be going to a much needed cause. We have a special leadership class at TIOH, where all the students are part of committees that help out around the school. The P.R. committee has finished its first newspaper, “The TIOH Buzz.” It includes great articles by the 6th grade, including one about the A.I.D.S. lunch and another about school spirit. The Judaic committee’s idea of including a game of “Jewpardy” in our Friday services was a brilliant hit. Thanks to Olivia Goodman and her mom Carolyn Ramsey, we met Councilman Tom LaBonge in person on a field trip to City Hall. The class also sat in on a Council meeting. Carolyn was kind and engaging while explaining the history of City Hall and showing us around. We were also being “green” by taking the Metro there and back and walking even though it was raining.

CENTER fOR EaRly EDUCaTION By Phoebe Townsend 5th grade November was a month of thankfulness. Kindergarten to 6th grade are collecting canned foods and the community service group will take them to the Blind Children’s Center. Students took part in our annual Book Fair. An author who can’t reveal his name but wrote the famous books “The Name of This Book Is Secret,” “If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late” signed his new one named “This Book Isn’t Good For You.” The kids absolutely loved getting books to read on upcoming Thanksgiving Break. At the parent teacher conferences, parents could see how their child is doing in school. A lot of great things are happening this month, but ask yourself one thing: “What are three things you are thankful for?”

CaTHEDRal CHaPEl By noella Park 8th Grade November began with the annual CCS golf tournament and hall of fame dinner at Brookside Golf Club. Sister Diane Donoghue, S.S.S., John Donoghue, Dr. Clyde V., Peggy Lyon Von der Ahe and Mr. Wilson Winnek were formally inducted into the CCS Hall of Fame. Other activities included the Kindergarten field trip to see “A Christmas Carol,” the 2nd grade field trip to Knot’s Berry Farm to see the Indian Trails Tour and the junior high field trip to UCLA to experience five short plays. Parents and students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade from our school as well as St. Brendan’s attended High School Night. Fourteen Catholic high schools were represented. Spelling Bees were held for grades K through 8. We collected canned goods for Hope-Net and Adopt-A-Family.

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By sydney Gough 4th Grade Fourth graders have been studying missions. We took a field trip to the Albinger Archeological Museum at the Ventura Mission. There, we pretended to be Chumash Indians. We sampled food and tried weaving with table looms. We went on a tour of the mission and caught a glimpse of the church. The new sports season for upper elementary is coming up. The boys are starting basketball and the girls are starting soccer. The whole entire school is working to prepare songs for the holiday concert. The choir and orchestra are also working on a few pieces. The third and 4th graders will bake cookies to bring to Leeza’s Place community center for people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.

By Audrey noble 12th Grade The focus was on recruiting new students with an open house and a new program, Meet Marymount. Parents and prospective students come during the school day to learn more about the environment. Parents tour the school with members of the Mothers Club while their daughters follow student guides to see what a normal day at Marymount is like. Our fall sports finished another amazing season with our powerhouse volleyball team taking home a league championship. Our play production, the “Italian Straw Hat,” was a huge success. Grandparents attended a special Mass dedicated to them and then the whole school gathered for lunch.

By Rachel lester-Trend 6th Grade This past month has been an incredibly lively and exciting one for the entire student community. St. James’ hosted an author’s visit from Caldecott

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CHRIST THe KIng By Younsook Jang 7th Grade November was a mixture of learning, educational fun and turkeys. The six-week Loyola tutoring program for 8th graders is coming to an end. All 20 students who took advantage of this program benefited greatly by preparing for their high school entrance tests. We are proud that five of our talented student-artists won prizes in the Child Safety art competition, sponsored by Keller Williams, in conjunction with Child Photo ID and Fingerprinting Services. The girls’ JV volleyball team won first place in the Santa Isabel Tournament while the boys’ varsity football team reached the sweet 16th round of the playoffs. The entire school went to the Ahmanson Theater to watch the musical “Mary Poppins.” Students are once again showing their generosity by collecting different types of food to donate to the hungry at Thanksgiving.

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By Krystyn Joy Hernandez 8th grade Students are steadily making their way through the school year. The 8th grade students enjoyed Lawn Lunch, which is one of the many traditions held for the graduating class. Pizza and loud music were provided for the crowd at the event coordinated by two of our 8th grade teachers, Ms. Bejarano and Ms. Kinney. Another tradition we have is the Winter Concert. “We’ve been working on the Winter Concert since the beginning of the school year,” stated a student in the orchestra class. The concert is led by our talented music teacher, Mr. Delone. The music will include: “A Winter Wonderland,” “Festival of Light,” “Oh Come All Ye Faithful,” “Frosty the Snowman,” and many more. There will also be student singers as well. This event is open to the community so please join us. We hope to see you there!

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This month was very special because our pre-schoolers were lucky enough to get $500 from Harry’s auto shop. They went to Lopez Pumpkin Patch, the Farmers Market, and the Pacific Grove Theater to see the movie “AstroBoy.” The fifth graders first unit was cooperation and competition. They got to celebrate the end of the unit by competing against different 5th grade classes. They stretched first, then had a relay race, a softball game, and last but not least, a kickball tournament. The Young Storyteller Program encourages students to write their own plays and scripts. Mentors help them write, and when they are finished, real actors come to act out their plays.

By Eva Hilton 5th Grade November was a busy month, and I am not talking about Thanksgiving! It started with parent-teacher conferences. Kids were very nervous, parents were very curious! Families are going to have so much fun celebrating their diverse cultures with exotic food, arts and crafts, games, international books and multicultural music and dance at the second annual World’s Fair. K-1 is learning about ants. The 2nd and 3rd graders are studying animals. Fourth grade is learning about Native American cultures, and the 5th graders are learning about mixtures and solutions. The 6th grade is learning about the Grand Canyon.

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By Jasmin Kim 11th Grade The Immaculate Heart school community generously opened their hearts by sending money, canned food items and living necessities to the San Fernando Valley’s Casa Esperanza. The festive month of December now kicks off with our Open House, which starts at 1 p.m. on Dec. 6. The event gives parents and prospective students an opportunity to tour our campus and learn about our many enriching academic classes. Additionally, our entrance exam for high school admission and merit scholarships takes place on Dec. 12 from 8:30 a.m. to noon. The following day will have the doors open at 1 p.m. at Immaculate Heart Middle School for its open house. As we head toward the holidays and our school break, our school will come together for several events, including the Christmas Concert and then our Christmas Program.

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By John Ferraro 8th Grade December is easily the busiest month at St. Brendan. All of our classes sacrifice a chunk of their time to practice for the Christmas program where we will each sing a few Christmas songs. Our 5th and 6th graders will sing to the Nativity story. Our school also hosts a Christmas fair, so if you’re in need of wreaths, garland, poinsettias or other decorations, stop by. Both will take place at St. Brendan Church. There is also a holiday toy drive. Donations can be dropped off at the church at 310 S. Van Ness Ave. through Fri., Dec. 18. This month is cherished for our Christmas vacation, which gives us two weeks of no school. We resume classes in early January.

MARLBOROUGH By christina Bartzokis 8th Grade As first semester draws to a close, the Marlborough campus is teeming with activity from the stage in Caswell Hall, the Seaver Art Gallery and Academic Resource Center in the brand new Munger Hall. The All-School Play, “Pride and Prejudice,” was performed after months of preparation and practice at speaking in British accents, and the first ever All-School Dance Performance went on stage. As for sports, the varsity cross country team won the Sunshine League championship. Also, the 7th and 8th grade swim team won the Delphic League title for the third year in a row, and the 8th grade volleyball team won the Culver City tournament. The Marlborough School

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PARAMOUNT STUDIO employees, many in costume, went from class to class to hear Van Ness Elementary School students’ Halloween plans and hand out goodie bags filled with fun and healthy treats.

This year we voted on a new name for our annual Thanksgiving project. It’s called Turkey in a Tote! Everyone collected traditional Thanksgiving food and donated it to CHPHP (Children Helping Poor and Homeless) to feed 100 families. Another service project was the Bear Hug Project. Families donated new or gently used stuffed animals for children in Latin America. The theme of our annual twomonth Celebration of Books is “Be a Star In Your Library!” Students will read many books and make

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A REUSE AND RECYCLE SALE at Echo Horizon School celebrated the worldwide Day of Action.

Echo Horizon joins climate change awareness effort For a week, the carpool lanes at Echo Horizon School backed up as parents dropped off items for the Reuse and Recycle Sale. The event was part of the worldwide Day of Action by 350.org to raise awareness of the impact of climate change. “The Reuse and Recycle Sale was an overwhelming success on many levels,” said sustainability coordinator and sixth grade teacher Kim Wynn. Sustainability is a major area of focus at the Culver City school, she added. “Our students and teachers have initiated a small-scale composting program, and our kindergarten students work in their own garden. Wherever possible,

we infuse ecoliteracy into the curriculum and school environment.” According to the 350.org website, over 19,000 photos were received from participants in India, New Zealand and Vietnam to Antarctica, Switzerland and the U.S. “Viewing the photos from around the world makes it perfectly clear that Echo Horizon was part of something big, something that truly matters,” concluded Wynn. According to the website, the number 350 is key since 350 parts per million is the upper limit of safety for carbon dioxide in the atmosphere; the current concentration is 390.

Turning Point wins ‘green’ challenge Turning Point School posted an eight percent reduction in the consumption of electrical energy to rank as the third in California and first in Los Angeles in the 2009 Green Cup Challenge. The goal for participating

schools was to reduce the consumption of electric energy by seven percent. At Turning Point, students and faculty conserved electricity by turning off lights, shutting down computers and using stairs instead of the elevator.

By Madison Zeiss 11th Grade Finals are just around the corner because the first semester ends before our winter break. We start December with our school’s first theatre production of the year, “Working,” a musical that examines the everyday working person, their success, failure, boredom and pride. The public is welcome to attend at the Imagine Life Theatre on Dec. 4, 5 and 6. For almost 20 years, Pacific Hills School has been the number one donor to both the city of West Hollywood’s Thanksgiving food drive and their December food and toy drive. Our student government, the ASB, annually collects non-perishable food items, toys and funds that are distributed by the City of West Hollywood to families in need. Each year, we collect over 500 pounds of food so that each needy family has a hot holiday meal and at least one toy gift for each of their children. Last year, the program supported 700 families and gave out an additional 1,500 toys. This year, we are trying to beat our past efforts to make this an even happier holiday season for many in our community.

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Animal photos raise funds for L.A. Zoo; First Families convene Larchmont Boulevard was the place to be seen on Oct. 29 as Landis Stationery hosted a benefit for the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association. Neighbors Robert Cash, Allison Darby and City Councilman Tom LaBonge joined the others viewing wildlife photography by Chelsa McNabb and Dr. George Stoneman. “That’s Evelyn at home in the L.A. Zoo,” the good doctor explained, pointing to a closeup of a gorilla before highlighting other photos taken by him in Brazil, Zambia, Botswana, and South Africa and his backyard on June St. Meanwhile, his wife Laurie and son Josh nibbled hors d’ oeuvres from Larchmont Larder with designer Lisan Cooper (who donated proceeds from the sale Around of her jewelry the to GLAZA) with husband Town Andrew, sons, with Sam and Jack, Patty Hill and daughter Julia. *** First Century Families held its 71st annual luncheon at the California Club Nov. 5. It’s a gathering of descendants of those who settled in southern California before or during the first 100 years after L.A. was founded in 1781. First Families renews friendships as well as a commitment to preserve accurate family records and memories for the use of future scholars. “Founders of USC Schools of Law, Arts and Sciences in the 1880’s eventually became prominent leaders of our global urban center,” said guest speaker Shane McCoy, executive director of advancement of USC Libraries. Guest speaker Ed Roski, Jr., chairman of the USC Board of Trustees, modestly declined an invitation to speak saying that speaking is not his thing, and then delivered a heart-stirring oration on the Trojan legacy. “The keepers of the past shape the future,” he concluded to

thunderous ovations. Applauding over their organic chicken and Bloomsday spinach were luncheon co-chairs Bea Bennett and Marie Jones, Missy Crahan and daughter Hilary Crahan, Annie Johnson, Biddy Liebig, Annie Manrique, Evelyn Callahan, Betty McLaughlin, Sally Woodward, Alberta Burke, Frank Burke, Victoria Swackenberg, Carolyn Layport, Betty Jane Blakely and Betsy Blakely, Hayes Stuppy, Susan Blumenthal, Martha and John Welborne, Jo Ann Clark, Shar Penfold, Patte Barham Inman and James Inman, and Kathy, Greg and Michael Gless. *** The Southern California Chapter of the French Heritage Society enjoyed an evening of hors d’oeuvres and haute couture with a private viewing of Betsy Bloomingdale’s fabulous gift of designer clothes to the Fashion Institute of Design’s museum and galleries on Nov. 8. FHS president Edie Frere and husband Christian were delighted by the surprise appearance of daughter Marie Laure Donovan and eight-month-old granddaughter Lucy, who flew in from Boston for the Nov. 8 event. Ogling the Dior, St Laurent, Givenchy, Galanos et. al. were: Carlotta and Rusty Keely, Tania Norris, Jonnie Neville, Burkes Hamner, Jennifer and Royce Diener, Heather Stoneman, Meg and Jim Wolf, and Priscilla Wright with daughter Becca. *** The Latin American Cultures Department of the Ebell of Los Angeles honored Emmy– Grammy–Tony–Oscar winner Rita Moreno with its “Lifetime Achievement Award” at a gala evening on Nov. 6. Ebell Club president Kelley Nelson, her husband Bill Nelson; Latin American Cultures (Please turn to page 38)

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The holidays are getting special treatment at The Ebell of Los Angeles, beginning with the traditional Olde English Christmas Ball on Sat., Dec. 19. The second party will usher in the year 2010 on New Year’s Eve. A performance by the Yuri Grigoriev School of Ballet will highlight the ball. Dancing will follow the 8 p.m. dinner. Cost is $65 per person. Co-chairmen are Kate Nunes, Dayle Myers and Suz Landay. Johnny Van’s Big Band Alumni will provide the dance music at the New Year’s Eve party. The band’s CD recently received five Grammy nominations. Guests have two choices: They can enjoy an abbreviated event from 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.

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FRENCH HERITAGE SOCIETY met at the Fashion Institute to view Betsy Bloomingdale’s gift. Marie Laure Frere Donovan, daughter Lucy and granddad Christian Frere were in attendance.

(Continued from page 37) Department chairman Angela Sacchi, her husband Robert and son John Sacchi, and event co-chair Shirlee Taylor Haizlip and her husband Dr. Harold Haizlip led 150 members and guests in a standing ovation to the legendary star who is also a winner of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Among those swaying after dinner to the L.A. Mambo Combo Jazz Ensemble were

Letter: SidewaLkS

(Continued from page 3) The Larchmont [Bungalow] battle should be about the sidewalks and not about the businesses. The Business Improvement District that we formed eight years ago was initiated due to the terrible condition of the sidewalks. About five of the areas that tree roots had severely damaged were repaired by the BID. However, the BID was sued after a trip and fall, and now we are no longer permitted to do sidewalk repairs. The city is responsible for the tree root problems but due to lack of funds will not be repairing sidewalks. Some constructive activism by the neighbors to solve this problem would generate a lot more support than closing down the newest business on the block. Tom Kneafsey, Larchmont Business Improvement District

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(Continued from page 3) his four buildings and forced out eight businesses including Larchmont Hardware? And there are likely to be more to come.... Don’t be surprised if some of your favorite spots are no longer there because they couldn’t get a new lease at a rate they could afford. One has already announced its departure. No, it’s not about the tables and chairs. It’s about business and the real question is, do you want these people deciding the future of Larchmont? If you don’t want to empower them, don’t support their business. Vote with your feet! Send them a message that you care about what happens on Larchmont and you want them to comply with the zoning restrictions that are the only way to make sure we have a diverse mix of businesses on the street. Visit ilovelarchmontblvd.com and support Larchmont Blvd. Patricia Lombard Fremont Place

Scenes of Christ’s life at Forest Lawn

“Light and Hope,” a stained-glass window display at Forest Lawn Museum, 1712 S. Glendale Ave. in Glendale, will be open through Sun., Feb. 7. The windows were created by Franz Mayer & Company of Munich, Germany, and date back to 1903. They depict seven scenes from the life of Jesus. These include the betrothal of Mary and Joseph, the shepherds in the stable and Joseph, Mary and Jesus in the carpenter’s shop. Admission is free. For more information, call 323-340-4921.

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A $2 million donation by Abraxis Bioscience Inc. founder Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong and his wife, Michele Chan, is one of the largest ever received by Marymount High School. Half of the donation will support Marymount’s founding congregation, the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary. Remaining funds will bolster technology and support internships for students at the all-girls school. In keeping with the mission of the Chan Soon-Shiong Family Foundation to fund re-

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THE COUPLE met while rehearsing for a play at Loyola High School.

Brooke Ashlee Gershon and Michael Timothy McGovern exchanged vows in August in Waikaloa, Hawaii. The bride is the daughter of Robert and Barbara Gershon of N. Las Palmas Ave. A graduate of Marlborough School, UCLA and Loyola Law School, she is an attorney with L.A. County. The bridegroom is the son of Neil and Karen McGovern of Los Angeles. He gradu-

ated from Loyola High School and USC, and is a principal at Verite Communications. The couple met while rehearsing for a play at Loyola High School. Years later, they reconnected, and Michael proposed after a whirlwind romance. The newlyweds, who honeymooned in Kona, Hawaii, celebrated at a “welcome home” reception at The Beach Club in Santa Monica. They live in Playa Vista.

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NEWLYWEDS honeymooned in Northern California.

Elodie Introia and Edward J. Mehren III were married in August at St. Brendan Catholic Church. The bride is the daughter of Christine Hoerdt of Cannes, France. She graduated from Lycée Bartholdi High and Marc Bloch University in France, and is currently a student and chef. The bridegroom, son of Ann and Ed Mehren of Windsor Square, graduated from Loyola High School and UC Santa Barbara. He is an associate financial representative with Northwestern Mutual. The Most Reverend Gordon D. Bennett, S.J. officiated. A reception followed at the

Wilshire Country Club. The bride was attended by Laura Hotchkiss, Joanne Mehren and Suzanne Mehren, Joanna Simon-Bigart, Katie Cooray and Regina Rosi. Camille and Maya Soto were junior bridesmaids. Groomsmen were the bridegroom’s brothers Richard and Justin Mehren, and Dwight Hotchkiss. Also attending were Andrew and Michael Hotchkiss, Lucas Introia, brother of the bride; Patrick Lowry and David Rosenberg. The couple, who honeymooned in Big Sur, San Francisco and Napa Valley, reside in Los Angeles.

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ARTLOVERS converged on Voila, the host gallery for a recent Miracle Mile Art Walk.

Miracle Mile Art Walk to kick off new schedule in New Year The Miracle Mile Art Walk, which was once a monthly event, kicks off the New Year with a new, quarterly schedule. The first walk of the year takes place on Sat., Jan. 16 during Arts Month LA. From Wilshire to Melrose and La Brea to La Cienega, more than 40 galleries and museums will offer exhibitions, artist talks and events to form the largest arts district on the West Coast, said event chairman Rebecca Ver Straten-McSparran. “The new direction of the art walk in launching quarterly district-wide art walks with increased leadership of the galleries is a momentous move. It gives us the opportunity to increase city-wide participation,” she added. The event, sponsored by the Mid City West Community Council, LACMA and the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council, will also partner with local restaurants. Walkers will have the option of riding the Holly Trolley, a free gallery shuttle connecting all galleries in the district. The free shuttle is provided by city councilmembers, Tom

Archeology dig during sleepover at history museum Interested in archeology? The Los Angeles County Museum of Natural History is offering an overnight adventure for youngsters on Fri., Dec. 11 through Sat., Dec. 12. During the sleepover visitors will learn what archaeologists study while exploring Museum galleries. They will make crafts and take part in a mock dig. Spots are available for groups 10 or more. There must be one adult for every six children. Participants must be at least five years old. For information, call 213763-3536 or visit nhm.org.

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Rossini’s romantic comedy “The Barber of Seville” continues through Sat., Dec. 19 at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion at the Music Center, 135 N. Grand Ave. L.A. Opera’s production of the nearly 200-year-old opera set in the 17th century features Peruvian tenor Juan Diego Flórez as the count, American mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato as Rossina and Nathan Gunn as Figaro. A pre-performance lecture is one-hour prior to each show time. The season continues in 2010 with Wagner’s final chapter of his epic music drama “The Twilight of the Gods” opening Sat., April 3 at 1 p.m. and continues through April 25. A love affair worthy of the gods, a magic potion of forget-

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Patricia Foster Rye added, including a couple of fecund vampiresses. Director Duddy needs to tighten the pace of some of the scenes and audience logistics could be smoother. The music and sound design by David Gibson is extremely effective, not easy to do in that venue. Through Dec. 20. Hollywood American Legion Post 43, 2035 N. Highland Ave., 323– 960–7612. 3 Stars *** Slasher, by Allison Moore,

is a riff on Hollywood slasher movies and the low-budget film world that produces them. Billed as a black comedy, there are some laughs along with enough fake blood to satisfy any afficianado of cinema ghoul. Movie director Marc Hunter (Tim Cummings) is stranded in a small town in Texas trying to complete his latest low budget slasher flick “Bloodbath,” when his lead actress quits. The plot thickens, unlike the blood, and involves a manic feminist mom Frances (Suzanne Ford), the replacement actress Sheena McKinney (Steffany Huckaby) a local bar waitress, and a variety of other characters, many played by Deb Knox, who makes each one unique and (Please turn to page 42)

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LARCHMONT BUNGALOW IS LEGAL AND IN FULL COMPLIANCE WITH CITY OF LOS ANGELES LAWS! Dear Neighbors and Customers: The Larchmont Bungalow is now open for business and is in compliance with all City Laws! Please understand that Larchmont Bungalow is in FULL COMPLIANCE with the “Q” conditions, a Zoning Law passed in 1991 that limits the number of financial institutions (including real estate offices and restaurants) on the boulevard in an effort to encourage a diverse mix of businesses. When the owners of Larchmont Bungalow met with City of Los Angeles officials, they were told that there was no enforcement of seating in “TO GO” establishments. It was also understood that many other “TO GO” restaurants on the street had tables and chairs because customers prefer to utilize them. Therefore, prior to the issuance of a building permit and the beginning of construction, a “mandatory” affidavit was given to the Landlord from the City of Los Angeles Building & Safety. The affidavit stated: “No Seating for Dining.” However, owners were told that this affidavit was COMMON among all “TO GO” establishments on the boulevard and in the City of Los Angeles as a whole.

and retain the 50+ NEW JOBS that the Larchmont Bungalow has created, all food will be packaged in “TO GO” containers. We are not happy, as this does not fit our GREEN ENVIRONMENT, but we are making extra efforts to use ECO-FRIENDLY products. Do not be concerned, however, as the food is still delicious!!! We are disappointed that a few members of our BELOVED COMMUNITY have misinformed both themselves and others by providing incorrect and misleading information. However, we are CONFIDENT that this will help EDUCATE the rest of the COMMUNITY and ensure that proper messages are being relayed. PLEASE CONTACT COUNCILMEMBER LABONGE AND LET HIM KNOW THAT YOU SUPPORT THE LARCHMONT BUNGALOW. YOU CAN EITHER EMAIL HIM AT TOM.LABONGE@LACITY.ORG OR CALL HIM AT (213) 485-3337.

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search your contact list for someone who knows someone, and do whatever else you can to score some tickets to mary Poppins, book by Julian Fellowes, original music by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman. This enchanting musical stars the lovely Ashley Brown as Mary Poppins and the multi-talented, irrepressible Gavin Lee as Bert, both from the original Broadway cast. All the iconic moments from the Disney movie are there with the addition of some new characters and new, dazzling magic. The rest of the cast is outstanding, and the production values astonishing. It’s non-stop surprises. And this show is definitely not just for the kiddies. Through Feb. 7. Ahmanson Theatre, 213-972-4400. 4 Stars *** robbie Jensen: the 12 Steps of Christmas, a one– man show written and created by Tony Mathews and Matt Schofield, is a very funny skewer of any and all self-help gurus. We follow Robbie (a wonderful Tony Mathews) as geographically and personally he moves farther and farther from the goal of a Superlative Life that he preaches. Nothing is sacred as he shamelessly pushes his DVDs and books for sale in the lobby and applies numbers to everything, i.e. The Four Steps to the Five Happinesses. This is an audience interactive program, so be prepared to join in the fun. Through Dec. 20. NoHo Arts Center, 11136 Magnolia, North Hollywood, 323–960–1053. 3 Stars *** the House of Besarab, adaptation by Theodore Ott and Terrence M. Duddy, comes under the heading of a-bloodsucker-by-any-other-name... And this bloodsucker is our old friend Dracula, played with a somber demeanor by Michael Hegedus. Charming or seducing his victims into submission isn’t in his ken. What makes this production different is that it’s housed in the Hollywood American Legion Theatre, former home of Tamara. And that means the audience follows the action moving among several playing areas in the massive Egyptian Revival, Moroccan–Art–Deco Building. All the familiar characters are present including Mina (Chase McKenna), Renfield (David Himes), Dr. Van Helsing (Travis Michael Holder). Some new characters have been

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(Continued from page 41) interesting. Now through Dec. 13. Zephyr Theatre, 7456 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood. 323– 960–7776. 3 Stars *** Dr Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas. book and lyrics by Timothy Mason, music by Mel Marvin, is based on the book of the same name by Dr. Seuss. It’s an absolutely charming, toe-tapping, heartwarming, feel-good evening in the theatre. And at one act, it’s perfect for children of many ages. The cast is wonderful, especially John Larroquette as Old Max, the dog who narrates the story, and Stefan Karl as the Grinch, in a tour-de-force performance, gives new meaning to the villain you love to hate. Through Jan. 3. Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd. 800-982-2787. 4 stars

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More than 100 girls and boys ages three to 18 will take the stage in Marat Daukayev Ballet Theater’s ninth annual production of “The Nutcracker.” Performances are at the Japan American Theatre, 244 S. San Pedro St. in downtown Los Angeles, on Sat., Dec. 12 at 2 and 7 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 13, noon and 4 p.m. Cast in the role of Sugarplum Fairy are Windsor Square residents Hannah Cook and Samantha Grad. Hannah, a sophomore at Marlborough School, began dancing with Marat at the age of eight. She was a finalist in the Ensemble category at the 2009 Youth America Grand Prix held in New York, and spent five weeks at the Alvin Ailey American Dance Center’s summer program. Samantha, a junior at Crossroads School, joined the ballet company at the age of nine. Two years later, she was cast as Masha in “The Nutcracker,” a role she danced for two consecutive years. “They are two wonderful dancers, but also distinguished

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Hear the Opera California Youth Choir, see Japanese drummers and enjoy songs of the season by choral groups at the Los Angeles County free holiday celebration at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion at The Music Center on Thurs., Dec. 24 from 3 to 9 p.m. More than 40 groups representing neighborhoods and cultures of L.A. will perform including the Albert McNeil Jubilee singers, street dance by Antics Performance, traditional and contemporary seasonal music by the Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles, English and Korean holiday songs by the Opera California Youth Choir. Parking is free in the Music Center garage. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. Performances are from 3 to 9 p.m.. Reservations are not necessary.

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Curious kids and their cool parents can take a cultural shopping trip on Sat., Dec. 5 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Craft and Folk Art Museum. A second session will take place from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Yuko Makuuchi, museum shop merchant, will tell about her adventures trekking the globe. Also learn about fair trade, responsible consumption, cultural artifacts, and local and global artisans. Gift wrap and make cards while listening to holiday music and enjoying breakfast snacks. Price of $15 per child/$10 for members includes store credit and discounts. Call 323-937-4230 x 50 or email: workshops@cafam.org. Discerning shoppers can stop by the Global Bazaar on Sat., Dec. 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in CAFAM’s courtyard. The Bazaar will feature 20 local and global vendors that offer handmade, fair-trade, and artisan-produced items, such as locally fired ceramics, teas from China and handmade jewelry.

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Enjoy a beloved classic this holiday season when ballet companies and a chorus perform “The Nutcracker” throughout December. Los angeles Ballet The Los Angeles Ballet will perform on Sat., Dec. 5 at 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 6 at 2 p.m. at the Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Ave. in Glendale. Shows at UCLA are on Sat., Dec. 19 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 20 at 1 and 5 .m. at Royce Hall, 340 Royce Dr. Additional shows are on Sat., Dec. 26 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 27 at 2 p.m. at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd. For tickets call 310-998-7782. red Chair Children’s Production Company A cast of more than 100 children ages five to 18 will dance classic ballet alongside adults in the Red Chair Children’s Production Company’s performance on Fri., Dec. 11 at 8 p.m. at the Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Ave. in Glendale. Call 818-243-7700 ext. 216 for tickets. marat Daukayev Ballet The Marat Daukayev Ballet Theatre will perform on Sat., Dec. 12 at 2 and 7 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 13 at noon and 4 p.m. at the Japan American Theatre, 244 S. San Pedro St., downtown. Call 213-680-3700 for tickets. Westside Ballet Company Watch the Westside Ballet Company’s performance on Sat., Dec. 12 at 2 and 7 p.m., and Sun., Dec. 13 at 1 and 5 p.m. at the historic Wadsworth Theatre, 11301 Wilshire Blvd., Brentwood. Purchase tickets through ticketmaster.com City Ballet of Los angeles The City Ballet of Los Angeles will dance “The Nutcracker Swings” on Sat., Dec. 19 at 2 and 8 p.m. at the Orpheum Theatre, 842 S. Broadway Ave., downtown. Go to ticketmaster. com. Gay men’s Chorus The Gay Men’s Chorus of L.A. blends Tchaikovsky with familiar holiday songs on Sat., Dec. 19 at 3 p.m. at the Alex Theatre, 206 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale. Call 818-243-2539 for tickets. Long Beach Ballet Billed as the “Nutcracker” performed with a full symphony orchestra, the Long Beach Ballet production is at the Pasadena City Auditorium, 300 E. Green St., on Tues., Dec. 22 and Wed., Dec. 23 at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, call 877-852-3177 or go to ticketmaster.com

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Tony Medley three supereruptions that we know about, 2.1 million years ago, 1.3 million years ago, and the last 640,000 years ago. this is it (7/10): This isn’t the greatest documentary ever made, nor is it full of terrific music, unless you just live or die with Michael Jackson. But it is extremely well done, a fascinating snapshot of a music idol shortly before an untimely death. Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call new Orleans (7/10): Fine performances by Nicolas Cage, as an unsympathetic police officer, and Eva Mendes, as the bromidic loveable prostitute seen in a plethora

of films, make this high tension, profane, dark tale set in New Orleans during and after Hurricane Katrina entertaining. the Box (7/10): Starting like a fairly straight forward thriller, this descends into weirdness involving scenes that are phantasmagorical. I can’t say I enjoyed this movie, in the ordinary definition of “enjoy,” but it did keep me involved and it did cause me to think about it long after I left the theater. To me, that’s a good definition of an entertaining movie. Pirate radio (5/10): About an offshore ship broadcasting banned rock ‘n’ roll into England in 1966, this looks like a made-by-the-numbers

movie it is so predictable. After a plodding, uninvolving first two-thirds, writer-director Richard Curtis terminates this long dirge with a Titaniclike ending that seems, well, interminable. The only things I liked about it were Kenneth Brannagh, who plays the delightfully evil Sir Alistair Dormandy, the stodgy minister who is out to kill Pirate Radio and all the people on board, and the sound track which includes some entertaining music, although I would have picked different songs from the era to highlight. It would have been more enjoyable if

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I had just closed my eyes and listened to the music. the men Who Stare at Goats (5/10): Unfortunately, this light-hearted story about the government’s preposterous attempts to harness paranormal abilities to combat its enemies makes no sense. George Clooney and Ewan McGregor give performances that do the unique material great credit. But director Grant Heslov seems like a pianist hired to do an electrical job. He’s got all the wires and connections and stuff, he just doesn’t know how to put them all together in a cohesive form. Read full reviews at www. tonymedley.com.

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New York’s Pegu Club,” smiles Mark. “She is a guiding light, a demi-god of the cocktail world.” Under Audrey’s tutelage, “we will make our own bitters, our own infusions, the citrus will be sliced to order, and the juices will be juiced on demand,” proclaims Mark. The bar will also feature multiple ice machines: one that makes big fat ice cubes that take a month to melt, one for pellet ice (perfect for juleps), and there’s even a secret ice-making machine that Mark has yet to see with his

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Old-time favorite recipes included in the cookbook are Chicken a la King, linguini and clams and tuna noodle casserole. “It’s not any harder to cook well than to cook badly,” insists Mark. As if The Tar Pit and his new cookbook weren’t enough, Mark has also just opened The Point, a Culver City cafe located within sniffing distance of nearly 1,000 ravenous Media District employees. Since parking in the area is nearly (Please turn to page 47)

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Celtic music from 2 to 4 p.m on Mon., Dec. 21. The line-up on Tues., Dec. 22 includes Einstein Brown’s Calypso Christmas Quartet from 2 to 4 p.m., and Rudy Regalado from 7 to 9 p.m. Jumbo Shrimp Holiday Hijinx entertains from 1 to 2 p.m. on Wed., Dec. 23. DJ Todd “Claus” will lead Christmas karaoke from 7 to 9 p.m. The Buckingham Toy Soldier Band will wind its way between Market stalls from noon to 2 p.m. on Thurs., Dec. 24. Costumes are encouraged at a New Year's Eve 80's Dance Party hosted by Market bars Mark does evolves from his simple, rock solid philosophy: “The way to make amazing things is to break it down to the bare elements, and to do every single small step the best you possibly can.”

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Freshly Cut Oregon Trees, Douglas Fir and Noble, Wreaths & Garlands Tabletop to 10 foot sizes available Pre-ordered trees available for selection and pickup November 29 Sunday, November 29 thru Wednesday, December 23 Weekdays - 1 to 8 pm, Weekends - 9 am to 8 pm 568 North Larchmont Blvd. (Across from Page School) Tax-deductible monies collected support community service projects, literacy, student scholarships and Rotary International peace & health projects.

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If you’re going to buy Christmas trees this year, please help Rotary invest in our community. 100% of the proceeds go to The Wilshire Rotary Foundation & are spent in support of humanitarian, educational, and cultural programs and their operations. So celebrate the holidays and know that your money spent at our lot is going to help others — a win, win for everyone!!! Our Christmas Tree lot is located on Larchmont Blvd. across from Page Private School (between Beverly & Melrose).

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Hancock Park. Lovely 1 +1.5 top floor condo w/treetop views located in the Hancock Park Terrace complex. Loveland Carr Properties 323.460.7606

Hancock Park. 6bds,5.5bas, kitch+fam rm combo, lib w/fpl, patio, yard & loggia. 3 car gar+chauffer’s rm. Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626

Hancock Park. Great location! Apx 3500 sf on a 10197 lot sits this 4bds/3bas home w/park-like grounds. Diana Knox 323.640.5473

Hancock Park. 3 beds/2 new contemporary style baths. Master with French drs to deck & pool. 3rd St Sch. Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626

Hancock Park. 4 beds + 3.5 baths. Office, library w/ fp, billiards rm, pool & more! FOR LEASE. Loveland Carr Properties 323.460.7606

Hancock Park. 3-sty Tudor.Renovated.On prime exclusive street. 4bds+5.5bas;2mds;fam;lib;gourmetkit;pool. Cecille Cohen 213.810.9949

Hancock Park. Beautiful Spanish on tree-lined street. 3/2.5. Pool/spa. Also for lease at $6950 Linda Hadley/ James Hutchison 323.460.7601

Hancock Park. One block from the village. 2 beds/ 1.5 baths. Great pool for entertaining. Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626

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West Adams on Holiday Historic Tour Dec. 5, 6 The West Adams Heritage Association will present “Comfort and Joy in Country Club Park” at its 23rd annual Holiday Historic Tour and Progressive Dinner on Sat., Dec. 5 and Sun., Dec. 6. A holiday walking tour without dinner is on Sun., Dec. 6 at

SOLD: This home, located at 301 N. Arden Blvd., was listed for $850,000.

Sunday, will take you courseby-course and house-byhouse, from appetizers and champagne in the first house to soup, salad, a main course and dessert in subsequent houses. Cost is $60 for WAHA members; $85 for non-members. Call 323-732-4223.

noon. The homes in Country Club Park were built a century ago on the former grounds of the Los Angeles Country Club, which had opened in this locale in 1899. Shepherd-led tours, departing between 3 and 6 p.m. on Saturday; 3:30 and 5:45 on

Happy Holidays to all my friends, neighbors, clients and colleagues.

Real estate sales* Single family homes

636 S. Hudson Ave. 257 S. Citrus Ave. 101 N. Plymouth Blvd. 233 S. Norton Ave. 135 N. Beachwood Dr. 302 S. Irving Blvd. 435 N. Arden Blvd. 895 Crenshaw Blvd. 525 N. Highland Ave. 633 S. Highland Ave. 609 S. Citrus Ave. 327 N. Gower St. 301 N. Arden Blvd. 910 Westchester Pl. 934 Westchester Pl. 745 Crenshaw Blvd.

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Wishing you joy this holiday season and every blessing in the new year!

Santa and his reindeer visit Channel Island boat parade Thousands of sparkling lights will dance on the water at the Channel Islands Harbor Parade of Lights in Oxnard. The theme of the event, on Sat., Dec. 12, is “Light Up the Season.” Children can play in the 36 tons of snow that will fall at Channel Islands Harbor at 10 a.m. Strolling carolers and Santa and Mrs. Claus can be seen around the harbor from noon to 5 p.m. At Marine Emporium Landing, visitors will find a

holiday arts and crafts boutique, exhibitors, restaurants, live music, children’s activities, an inflatable fun zone, rock-climbing wall and face painting fairies from noon to 9 p.m. The boat parade will light up the night after Santa and his reindeer fly across the sky at 7 p.m. The parade can be viewed from parks and walkways, as well as from most harbor restaurants. Call 805-985-4852 or go to www.channelislandharbor.org

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‘Wonderful Life’ matinee at Historic Theatre District Herald the holidays with a screening of the classic “It’s a Wonderful Life” at the historic Million Dollar Theatre on Sun., Dec. 6 at 2 p.m. The 1947 film, by Frank Capra, stars James Stewart and Donna Reed. In the movie, an angel helps a compassionate but frustrated businessman, George Bailey, by showing what life would have been like had he never existed. Set in the Broadway Historic Theatre District, the

Million Dollar Theatre, 307 S. Broadway, was one of the first movie palaces built in the U.S. It was built in 1918 by entrepreneuer Sid Grauman, who was later responsible for Grauman's Egyptian Theatre and Grauman's Chinese Theater. The ornate Spanish Baroque interior was designed by William Woollett and originally seated 2,300 people. It was designed by Albert C. Martin, with terra cotta sculptures by Jo Mora.

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A.D.S. Johnston. The Stephens drafted the initial lease/purchase option agreement, as well as the incorporation papers and the bylaws. While Hancock was in the Hawaiian Islands looking after his many business interests, he suffered a nervous breakdown due to overwork. His

REAR VIEW OF original clubhouse at 250 N. Rossmore Ave.

From oil wells to golf at Wilshire Country Club This is the first part in a two-part series by club historian Douglas Dickey. Major Henry Hancock, a surveyor and a veteran of the Mexican/American War of 1846, made his second official survey of the city of Los Angeles in 1854. A few years later, he surveyed the La Brea area west of downtown. With his newly obtained intimate knowledge of the land, Henry Hancock in 1860 acquired some 4,000 acres that were originally part of the Mexican land grant known as Rancho La Brea. Henry may have received some of this land for his survey services, but much of it was purchased by him and his brother John for about $2.50 per acre. It took many years of wading through land grants, commissioners, courts and even the United States Supreme Court for Henry Hancock to gain clear title to the property. HENRY’S ONLY SON, G. Allan Hancock inherited most of the property. In 1900 he organized the Rancho La Brea Oil Company, which drilled as many as 71 oil producing wells without ever striking a dry well on much of the land that is now a part of the Wilshire Country Club. After some years of production, the oil contained so much tar that its value no longer

justified the cost of production. At this point Hancock considered other uses of the land, and some of it was sold. Around 1919, a few Los Angeles businessmen came up with the idea of constructing a golf course on this open Rancho La Brea land. Hancock, now one of the city’s wealthiest men, was quite willing to lease the land to this group of men at a very modest rental amount, and to further include an option to purchase it. Raymond and Moye Stephens were a part of the initial group and they were Hancock’s attorneys. The chief enthusiast of the group was Marion R. Gray, a local businessman who ultimately became Wilshire Country Club’s first president. OTHER PRIME MOVERS were C. E. Toberman, a real estate developer who had already acquired some of the Hancock land in the neighborhood; Thomas C. Bundy, an ardent sportsman and businessman who served as the club’s first secretary. Additional men initially involved in Wilshire’s beginnings were George Eastman, later president of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce; Norman Macbeth, a businessman and one of California’s best golfers; Dr. Guy Cochran, a prominent physician; businessmen George C. Greenwood and

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CD offers tips on how to document your family tree Learn to research, document and protect items of great historic and sentimental value— those that belong to your family. “Preserving My Family Stories,” a free CD explaining how to preserve photos, textiles and collect oral histories,

is available from the Pasadena Museum of History. Also learn how to preserve documents and objects, research your neighborhood, family tree and even compile family recipes and find links to online sources. The CDs are available to

museum visitors upon request. The disc is produced in conjunction with the exhibition “Family Stories: Sharing a Community’s Legacy,” which is on display through Jan. 10. Visit pasadenahistory.org for additional information.

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Couple sells organically grown plants from Miracle Mile backyard garden

ORGANIC NURSERY owner Jo Anne Trigo sells plants at the Larchmont Village farmer’s market on Sundays.

TWO DOGS’ backyard destruction was inspiration for nursery.

Holiday buffet is at Descanso Don't forget to bring the camera to Storytime Brunch, a holiday tradition at Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr. in La Canada, on Fri., Dec. 11 and Sat., Dec. 12 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Following a breakfast buffet

catered by Patina Catering, kids will gather around for storytime. Afterwards, they'll take a ride on the Enchanted Railroad. For reservations or more information, call 818-790-3663.

ON THE GOLF COURSE $5,995,000 UNIQUE PROPERTY Hancock Park. Magnificent 3-sty mansion located on a double lot in prestigious Hancock Park. Cecille Cohen 213.810.9949

Sensing there might be a The seeds are started in the By Laura Eversz A self-described “farm girl market for selling organically garage under full-spectrum at heart,” Jo Anne Trigo found grown vegetable and herb fluorescent lights, and moved herself pining for a garden at transplants, the Trigos re- outdoors after they sprout. her Miracle Mile home. But worked their driveway, back “We also have a big rack of the two rescue dogs she and yard and garage to accommo- seedlings in the dining room husband Alejandro adopted date thousands of seedlings, and the guest bedroom,” says had other ideas, and imme- creating “Two Dog Organic Jo Anne. After a busy summer of todiately destroyed the couple’s Nursery.” back yard. “We don’t even Their idea was to sell at lo- matoes, squash, green beans have a blade of grass,” laughs cal farmers’ markets. But the and peppers, Two Dog Organic couple were surprised at how Nursery is offering a variety of Jo Anne. cool season veggie trans But when her friend "I think if everyone gardened, plants including heirloom turned her on to EarthBox lettuce, broccoli, cauliGarden Kits, Jo Anne out- grew something, it would be a flower, peas, kale, collards, foxed the canines by plant- better world. . ." chard and spinach, as well ing in containers. The as herb plants and edible patented, maintenancefree high-tech growing system much licensing and paper- flowers. And with the tomato seauses less fertilizer and water, work was involved. and can be placed on stands or First, they obtained a license son coming up and her hope from Sacramento to sell nurs- to grow at least 36 varieties, tables to keep critters away. “I bought a couple, then a ery stock, after which they had “it’s quite likely we’ll have to couple more and pretty soon it to become certified producers, expand onto the roof of the was like I was possessed and I which involved two inspec- garage,” said Jo Anne. “That’s kept planting more and more,” tions by the Agriculture Dept. where the best sun is.” Later came the decision to Two Dog currently sells she said. “Maybe I had too much time be “organic” or not, since us- EarthBox products, soil, fertilon my hands, or I was craving ing the term without actually izer, fungicide and pesticides something creative,” mused being organic could result in and books at twodognursJo Anne, who for 21 years had fines of up to $10,000 per day. ery.com. And Jo Anne is also owned La Paloma custom fur- They registered with the state’s working on being able to offer niture store on Beverly Blvd. organic program and will be- shipping on plants. come certified next summer “I think if everyone garwith her husband. dened, grew something, it “The building we were in by the USDA. sold, and retail business start- Then, despite predictions would be a better world,” she ed to wane a little with the that it would be impossible to said. “It teaches you gratitude, economy,” she said. So they get into a farmer’s market, they humility and patience. And it closed the doors, and moved La were accepted right away, and is so much fun.” Paloma into a warehouse near can now be found in La Canada Two Dog Organic Nursery, USC that features a showroom Flintridge on Saturdays and at 914 S. Cloverdale Ave., 323twodognursery. as well as a fabric and wood the Larchmont Village market 422-3835, com on Sundays. sample library.

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that turned into painting 48 benches,” said Waters. Noticing the kindergarten playground was looking a little sad, she commissioned an artist friend to paint a mural. And when a walk around the schoolyard revealed chipped and faded storage sheds, Waters had them covered in murals, too. That’s just the beginning, said PTA president Alice

Waters honored for efforts at Third Street Elementary School

Mary Anne Singer Of Keller Williams wishes you a very Happy, Healthy, Prosperous and Fun-filled Holiday Season and a Very Happy New Year: 2010. As Tiny Tim said, in the well known story, “A Christmas Carol,” by Charles Dickens, “God bless us - everyone!” Changing more SignS to “SoLD” SinCe 1994

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Students, parents, faculty and friends gathered at Third Street School in November to honor parent and philanthropist Dina Waters. Also on hand was Councilman Tom LaBonge who presented Waters with a Certificate of Appreciation from the city. Waters and husband, Mark, Hancock Park residents and parents of a second-grader at the June St. school, are credited for both beautifying the school and making it more secure. Two years ago she and Mark

had checked out several private schools, but on a visit to Third Street, “we were charmed by its unpretentiousness and diversity.” Her first involvement came out of necessity, said Waters. “We were given a notice from the principal about a pervert in the area, and we said ‘that’s crazy.’” So they paid for the installation of screening to cover the fence and 12 security cameras around the perimeter of the school. “Then I just started cleaning up and picking up trash, and

LaBonge. “It’s for the school, not just for her daughter,” added parent Christina Nickerson, who also has a second-grader at the school. “She is quietly just so forceful when it comes to bringing good things into the school. But she never takes credit for any of it, and she’s always so grateful for the things others do.” (Please turn to page 10)

Happy Holidays 2009!!

A CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION was presented to Dina Waters by Councilman Tom LaBonge

By Laura Eversz

Fries, who credits Waters for arranging for and funding the planting of 600 plants, putting in artificial grass where nothing would grow, trimming trees, installing several gardens for the students and remodeling and furnishing the after-school room. “Dina has touched every aspect of the school in some way,” said Fries, whose efforts led to the certificate from

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MUSEUM ROW materials from the Holocaust period (1933-1945). 6435 Wilshire Blvd., 323651-3704; lamuseumoftheholocaust.org. ZIMMER CHILDREN'S MUSEUM—A Hanukkah Fes-

tival is on Sun., Dec. 6 with holiday arts and crafts and music. Other Sunday drop-in workshops, from 2 to 4 p.m., include Fizzy Science! Dec. 13 with experiments that foam, fizz, and bubble. Iron Magic! is

on Dec. 20, and Count Down to the New Year on Dec. 27 making clocks and New Year’s crowns. 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 100; 323-761-8984, www.zimmermuseum.org.

“LIFE IS HARD; CHANGING ALARM COMPANIES IS EASY!” WHY CONTINUE TO PUT UP WITH INFERIOR ALARM SERVICE? FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS drew young artists to last year's Hanukkah Festival at the Zimmer Children's Museum.

Hanukkah Festival; Capt. Cook's Hawaiian art; CARnival LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART— "Art of the Pacific" features 46 works including objects collected in Hawaii by Captain Cook, a moai kavakava (male ancestor figure) and rapa (dance paddle), both from Rapanui (Easter Island) and carved around 1800. Ends June 2010. • "Heroes and Villains: The Battle for Good in India's Comics" features new incarnations of ancient gods and goddesses combined with traditional hand-drawn illustrations, computer design and animation technology. Ends Feb. 7. • "New Topographics: Photographs of a Man-Altered Landscape." Ends Jan. 3. • "Joseph Beuys: The Multiples." Ends June. • "Luis Melendez: Master of the Spanish Still Life." Ends Jan. 3. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., 323857-6000; lacma.org. CRAFT AND FOLK ART MUSEUM—"Sueños/Yume: Fifty Years of the Art of Dora De Larios" ends Jan. 10. • "Myth and Manpower: Graphics and the California Dream" ends Jan. 10. "Artists and the UFW: A Discussion with artist Barbara Carrasco" is on Sun., Dec. 13 at 3 p.m. Free. RSVP. 5814 Wilshire Blvd., 323937-4230; cafam.org. PETERSEN AUTOMO-

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Learn a mixed-media approach to botanical illustration, or create wreaths or tiny holiday trees at workshops this month at The Huntington Library and Botanical Gardens, 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino. Artist Lisa Pompelli will focus on seasonal holly and mistletoe in a class on botanical illustration using watercolor and gouache techniques on Saturdays, Dec. 5, 12 and 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prior drawing skills are strongly recommended. Deck the halls with your own hand-made evergreen wreaths accented with magnolia leaves and cut flowers. Participants will also learn how to keep flowers fresh in a wreath, swag or garland on Sat., Dec. 12 from 10 a.m. to noon. A floral design team from

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Caroling dates back to the Greeks, no ink in inkling Why do we “carol” at Christmas? asks Conor Bentley. The relatively modern word carol is from the Middle English carola, which was not a song but a ring dance performed to singing and flute music. It was originally brought to Britain by the Romans, who, of course, stole it (as they did most things) from the Greeks. By the Middle Ages, however, “carol” had come to mean the singing more than the dance. The Christmas tie-in came about when Saint Francis of Assisi wrote a Latin hymn of praise to be sung at his annual Nativity Play. This “carol” was so popular that it soon fostered the composition of many other carols which became standards at Christmas services throughout the Catholic world. During the Reformation, these songs ran afoul of Puritan austerity and were banned and mostly forgotten. If you look carefully at the composition dates, you’ll see that most of the Christmas songs we sing were written in the 19th century. We may have lost the old carols, but not the love of praising the birth of the Redeemer with song. ***

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*** Why were people in the Old West told to “vamoose?” ponders Toby March. This is an emphatic, anglicized form of the Spanish vamos—we go or let’s go! I don’t know why but the rugged pioneers of that time sure had a hankerin’ for the “oose” suffix. It wouldn’t be that uncommon for some cowboy to vamoose from the calaboose on a cayuse or a caboose. Professor Know-It-All is the nom de plume of Bill Bentley, who invites readers to try and stump him. Send your questions to him at willbent@ prodigy.net.

The Fairfax Theatre, located at the northwest corner of Beverly Blvd. and Fairfax Ave., is threatened with substantial demolition for a mixed-use building with 71 condominium units, retail and parking. The Art Deco theatre building, designed by architect W. C. Pennell and completed in 1929, spans 32,500 square feet and includes several retail storefronts. Distinguishing features include a zigzag-patterned roofline, elaborate terrazzo paving and an integrated, stepped pylon at the theatre entrance. The proposed devel-

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Ongoing Toddler Tuesdays: Storytime and singing begin at 11:30 a.m. Beginners' computer classes are Wednesdays from 2 to 3 p.m. LACMA art Classes: art projects for children, presented by LACMA staff, on Thursdays 4 to 5 p.m. MEMORIAL LIBRARY First Friday meets to discuss "Obscene in the Extreme" by Rick Wartzman and "The Grapes of Wrath" by John Steinbeck on Fri., Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. Author Talk with Rick Wartzman of the Drucker Institute and author of "Obscene in the Extreme" on Mon., Dec. 14 at 6:30 p.m. Silly Second Saturdays features holiday crafts on Sat., Dec. 12 at 3 p.m. Teen Advisory Council meets to help choose teen library materials and plan events on Wed., Dec. 16 at 3:30 p.m. Lunch @ the Library: Memorial Old Time Picture Show screens "A Star is Born," starring Janet Gaynor and Frederic March, on Thurs., Dec. 17 at 12:30 p.m. Free. Bring a sack lunch; library will serve coffee and cookies. Booksicals: Bringing children's stories to life through musical performances using "Too Many Visitors For One Little House" on Mon., Dec. 21 at 6 p.m. Origami craft-making for the family with Bennett Arnstein is on Sat., Dec. 26 at 1 p.m. Ongoing Computer Comfort Class meets Tuesdays at 2 p.m. All

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FAIRFAX LIBRARY Musical storytime: Craig Newton's tour of music with 10 different instruments Sat., Dec. 5 at 11 a.m. Miracle Mile Writers Club meets on Sat., Dec. 5, 3 to 5 p.m. to sample holiday treats and share the craft and business of writing. Monday Morning Storytimes for babies and toddlers includes stories, songs and fingerplays on Mon., Dec. 7 at 11:30 a.m. Baby storytime featuring rhymes, songs and fingerplays for ages six to 24 months on Mon., Dec. 7, at 4 p.m. Friends of the Library meet to plan programs and book sales on Tues., Dec. 8, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. M.S. support group discusses issues related to Multiple Sclerosis on Thur., Dec. 17, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Ongoing Learn computer basics with hands-on training Tuesdays 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Art classes for kids features hands-on art projects for children K to 5th grade, presented by LACMA staff on Tuesdays Dec. 8, 15, and 22 at 4 p.m. Used book sale: Interesting bargains on Wednesdays and Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m. Get Lit: teens meet to perform poetry and spoken word on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. and on Saturdays at 10 a.m. FREMONT LIBRARY Friends book sale: Fri., Dec. 4 and Sat., Dec. 5 from noon to 4:30 p.m. Teen Council meets for holiday cupcake decorating on Tues., Dec. 15 at 3:30 p.m.

and books on Thur., Dec. 17 at 4 p.m. Ongoing Computer Comfort Class meets on most Mondays at 1 p.m. All levels of computer experience welcome. Storytime for kids meets on Wed. Dec. 2, 9, 16 and 23, 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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