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vol. 47, no. 12 • delivered to the 76,439 readers in hancock park • windsor square • fremont place • park labrea • larchmont village • Miracle Mile

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Council candidates throw hat in ring to upset incumbents Registration closes Dec. 8 for March ballot

RESIDENTS take star turns. 13 WINDSOR SQUARE meets. 7 QUEEN visits.

SHOP local.

FLOATS by Rodriguez.

CRUISE of a lifetime. 15 ASSISTEEN honored.

WRITER tells of surviving filmdom. 19 GIRLS' SOFTBALL on winning streak. 22 WINNER in new music.

NUTCRACKER revived with area talent. 41

SECTION TWO Real Estate Home & Garden

AREA ESTATES in new book. 4 HOLIDAY historic tour in West Adams. 2 WILL ROGERS back in the saddle. 3

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Both local City Council incumbents Tom LaBonge and Herb Wesson will face opposition when the municipal elections are held on March 8, 2011. Final day for the candidates to register is Dec. 8. The following have registered with the City Clerk. Tom LaBonge has been a city councilmember of District No. 4 since 2001, following the death of former Council president John Ferraro. Since then, LaBonge was elected in 2003 for the first time and was reelected in 2007. Other contenders for Council District Four are: Political consultant Phil Jennerjahn is an entertainer. He is a former candidate for mayor of Los Angeles. Tomas O’Grady founded Farm Feliz, a grassroots organiza-

Health & Beauty Read about the lastest developments to make you feel and look your best in our annual January issue. Ad space deadline is Dec. 15. Call 323462-2241, ext. 11.

Bungalow civil, criminal cases head to court Visitors to the boulevard can enjoy fresh berry pancakes from the comfort of a chair at the Larchmont Bungalow a little longer, while lawyers continue to battle over the legality of the upscale eatery. More than a year ago, after the Bungalow opened with a take-out license at 107 N. Larchmont Blvd., city Dept. of Building and Safety revoked its certificate of occupancy. Before opening, owner Albert Mizrahi signed an affidavit that he would not provide tables and chairs, to adhere to a city ordinance that prevents a proliferation of restaurants on the boulevard. But when it opened, the Bungalow had plenty of tables and chairs, and was cited. Bungalow owners appealed See Larchmont Bungalow, p. 24

tion that addresses the environment problem. He also serves as chairman of the green committee on the board of the Greater Griffith Park Neighborhood Council. Stephen Box is a former director for Habitat for Humanity and was a Workforce Development Instructor in Kentucky. He was an Independent Election Administrator for L.A.’s Department of Neighborhood Empowerment. Other candidates include See CANDIDATES, p. 22

Two holiday festivities on Larchmont Events begin Dec. 3 Music, refreshments and Santa will be featured at the annual Larchmont Village Open House on Sun., Dec. 5 from noon to 4 p.m. The Larchmont Boulevard Association event will host Santa Claus from 1 to 3 p.m. at US Bank, 157 N. Larchmont Blvd. An evening on Larchmont on Fri, Dec. 3 will include a book signing by Chef Mark Peel of Campanile and Tar Pit restaurants. He will sign copies of his latest cookbook, “New Classic Family Dinners,” at Chevalier’s Books. He will See Holiday festivities, p. 6

SAVED! Lawn signs will be replaced with "Historic District” signs in the near future. Pictured, the Windsor Village Historic Committee: left to right: Flora Bautista, Allison Sapunor, Charles Dougherty, Victoria Bascoy, Holly Holyk, and Julie Grist. Not present were R.J. Strotz and Suzanne Wilton.

Historic ordinance was passed in Windsor Village New zone is to 'protect' area architecture By Suzan Filipek Windsor Village has an eclectic mix of architecture, significant buildings and determined residents. And, now it has history on its side. The City Council approved an Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ) for the 309-home and multi-familybuilding area in October. It was signed into law by the mayor Nov. 2. “The ordinance is defined to ‘protect and enhance’ the buildings and structures that are reminders of the city’s history,” said Julie Grist, vice president of the Windsor Village Association. “We are

thrilled. “Windsor Village saw this as the best route to try to deter the many proposed teardowns by developers that were facing us. We had a half-dozen properties (some single family and some multi-family) that had been bought by developers and were slated for tear-down and redevelopment.” The effort was also to help recognize the quality of the neighborhood. “Many people don’t realize what they have,” See Windsor Village, p. 9

On the Boulevard Glimpses by Jane We compose these meters to greet our faithful readers With poetry in good faith— It’s a yearly effort, our 48th Greetings to the Hills, Jones, Grossmans, Ludwigs, Cohens Serve roast goose to O’Sullivans, Guzins, Sansones, Mulligans. Rehearse the holiday songs with Nelsons, Picketts, Wongs Add a chorus for the Denshams. Boccatos, Woods, Greshams

TOY DRIVE. At last year’s event are St. Brendan teacher Stacy Herman and Mike Standifer, event chairman. Story page 18

Wrap the gifts in bright red bows For the Spiegels, Gibbs, Casados Deck the hallway and the stairs for the Ratkovichs and Freres

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Community Platform By Jane Gilman

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Scene on Larchmont

Peace on earth

Instead of discussing local concerns, we look to one with a more global theme in our editorial. Peace on earth, good will to men—these are the universal seasonal wishes. But peace cannot occur unless we redirect our internal prejudices. We need to develop an “objective hatred” in which the enemy is not a human scapegoat, but something impersonal like poverty, disease or oppression. Do we pass along our hatreds to our children? Have we given them the opportunity to see all walks of life, to gain insight into other races and religions? We compliment religious leaders and school officials for their efforts to create ecumenical dialogues. We commend members of charitable groups who reach out to the less fortunate. There are numerous ways to get involved. One recommendation is to volunteer for one of the Big Sunday opportunities to help the less fortunate. The agency now has volunteer opportunities year round. If we can overcome our prejudices, the new year will be more harmonious for all of us.

'What's at the top of your holiday wish list?' That's the question inquiring photographer Laura Eversz asked people along Larchmont Blvd.

INTERVIEW. Filming some background footage to accompany an interview with a local celebrity (they wouldn't say who) were two British Broadcasting Corp. cameramen recently on the boulevard.

Happy Holidays!

"Roller skates—the old-fashioned kind with the rubber stoppers so I can skate around my neighborhood. I plan to walk my dogs while I skate. What I really want is a pony. . ." Emma Holabird Norton Ave.

Police Beat Bank robberies, hold-ups at gunpoint

Planting Trees and Native Plants The Association wishes all Hancock Park residents and their families a safe and happy holiday season and a full and successful new year! Winter is the prime planting season in Southern California. The temperatures are lower and we actually get some rain. This makes it possible for the new plants to get acclimatized and comfortable in their new home. At the Annual Meeting landscape architect Mayita Dinos spoke about the planting changes that will be necessary as water becomes more scarce and expensive. She emphasized that by using native plants we can continue to have a lush, beautiful garden while conserving water. So now’s the time to implement that native garden you’ve been thinking about. It’s also the time to plant trees, particularly parkway trees to help restore Hancock Park’s arboreal lungs. The Tree Committee reports that the parkway trees purchased for Quadrant 4 will be arriving soon. Thanks to Susana Funsten for managing the tree survey, collection of permission sheets and coordination with the City and the Tree Planting service. The Trees will be paid for with funds from the HPOHA, est. 1948 treasury as one of the Association’s many efforts to keep Hancock Park great, beautiful and green. The holiday season is unfortunately not a holiday from crime or fraud. If you suspect a crime is occurring call 911. If you are the victim of a crime or fraud contact the Wilshire Division LAPD station at 213-473-0476 or website: http://www.lapdonline.org/ wilshire_community_police_station. You can also contact Hancock Park’s Senior Lead Officer, Dave Cordova (213-793-0650; 31646@ lapd.lacity.org). Remember to keep your doors and windows locked, activate your security system, if you have one, report suspicious activities and never open your door to someone you don’t know. If you’re going to be out of town let your block captain know so your neighbors will keep an eye out for suspicious activity. If you are the victim of a crime or fraud be sure and contact the LAPD so a report will be made and possible evidence collected. This is extremely important because the number of crime reports are how precious LAPD resources are allocated and evidence collection is how criminals can be successfully prosecuted and sent to jail. If you’re planning changes to your house visit the HPHOA’ 48 web site, www.hancockpark.org, or the Los Angeles Planning Department web site http://preservation.lacity.org/hpoz/la/hancock-park and read the Preservation Plan. Report graffiti sightings by calling 311 or at the City’s Anti-Graffiti Request System - http://anti-graffiti. lacity.org/welcome.cfm?CFID=1007&CFTOKEN=411CDB4F-0FC34EE1-89DE58DCCB435538 and by calling Hollywood Beautification, 323-463-5180 For questions regarding filming contact 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.

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WILSHIRE DIVISION ROBBERIES: A teller working in a bank on the 100 block of N. Larchmont Blvd. was given a note from a suspect preparing to rob the bank Nov. 1 at 5:35 p.m. When he refused to hand over the money, the suspect fled on foot. An MP3 player was taken from a young man near the corner of Wilshire Blvd. and Highland Ave. Nov. 12 at

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3:40 p.m. One suspect strongarmed the victim to steal the music player. A second suspect returned the property to the victim before they both fled. BURGLARIES: A suspect pried open the front door of a bank on the 200 block of N. Larchmont Blvd. Nov. 2 at 2:05 p.m. He took money and then fled. Credit cards and money were stolen from a home on the 500 block of N. Highland Ave. Nov. 4 at 5 p.m. The suspects gained entry to the home when the resident let them in, after which they stole her property and fled. Jewelry and money were taken from a home on the 600 block of N. Arden Blvd. Nov. 8 (Please turn to page 4)

Calendar Fri., Dec. 3: Holiday Shopping Night on Larchmont Blvd., Beverly Blvd. to First St., 6 to 9 p.m. Sun., Dec. 5: Larchmont Boulevard Association's Holiday Open House, noon to 4 p.m. Wed., Dec. 8: Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council meeting, Ebell Club, 743 S. Lucerne Blvd., 7 p.m. Sat., Dec. 25: Christmas. Fri., Dec. 31: Neigborhood delivery of the Larchmont Chronicle. Sat., Jan. 1: New Year's Day Rose Bowl Parade.

"For my dog to stop being so aggressive. I rescued him, and usually I can train a dog in two weeks. But not him. He ate a baby goat once." Rod Hewitt with Achilles First St.

"My wish is to have all my children at home with me. Olivia's older brother and sister will be here and the grandparents, too. We'll hang out, cook and make music, and then spend a week together in Oxnard." Liz Nankin and Olivia Citrus Ave.

"We're re-doing our backyard, so I'd like for the grass to grow. And then I'd like a big trampoline to put on it." Caitlin Roney Larchmont Charter student

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INSIDE Section one AROUND THE TOWN 30 LIBRARY CALENDAR 33 ENTERTAINMENT Theater Review - 34 Notes from Nelson - 35 At the Movies - 38 RELIGIOUS NEWS

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Crime, marijuana, LVNA history were meeting topics Crime, medical marijuana laws, quality-of-life issues and the area’s history were among topics discussed at the recent annual meeting of the Larchmont Village Neighborhood Association (LVNA). L.A.P.D. Senior Lead Officer Joe Pelayo from Olympic Division said overall, crime was down 10 percent except for a recent uptick in burglary and property crimes. He encouraged residents to call 911 immediately if they witness suspicious activity. Assistant City Attorney Asha Greenburg presented an overview of the current state and city laws pertaining to the use of medical marijuana, and outlined the challenges the city faces in administering them those laws. Nikki Ezarhi from Councilman Tom LaBonge’s

office addressed quality-of-life issues, including bulk goods abandonment and disposal, and directed residents to call 311 for removal. She also spoke of the planned installation of surveillance cameras in the area and explained how to best get the city government to address local issues. Board member Vince Cox spoke on the history of Larchmont Village, including the Cole and Hancock land grants responsible for development in the early 20th century. The LVNA’s current board, re-elected by acclimation at the meeting are: Charlie D'Atri, president; Vince Cox, vice president; Winnie Mosa, treasurer; Karen Gilman, secretary; Wally August, Tom Carroll, Vita Cortese, Sandy Fleck, Mike Gilman and Teddy Kapur, directors.

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WINNER Greg Garakian of Highland Ave. found the star last month. The semi-retired property manager has been a Larchmont Chronicle reader for the past 30 years.

Notes From the

The Larchmont Boulevard Association wishes you and yours a most wondrous Holiday Season. Just in time for Christmas we have a bounty of marvelous gift items as you check your list and check it twice and we also have something for you as well. Come see us on the Boulevard especially Sunday the 5th to enjoy our Holiday Open House. A great gift idea this year would be a certificate for services from the professionals in the Medical Building at 321 N. Larchmont. We have many of the very best professional services throughout the city with reputations that everyone in Los Angeles knows when you mention Larchmont Boulevard. We are proud of their reputation and their expertise. In the classic movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” the movie’s main street looked like our “main street” on Larchmont Boulevard. In that movie, George (Jimmy Stewart, the actor) was fighting to preserve not just the spirit and heritage but the very soul of the town and he became discouraged. The town’s appreciation, value and love of George’s fight to preserve the town were shown in the movie. George loved his town and his village. As in the movie, we at the Larchmont Boulevard Association have many, many people to thank for their tireless effort in the preservation of the “Larchmont Experience”. It is this involvement in our community which makes this Boulevard so unique, charming and absolutely the neighborhood of choice for so many wonderful people. They protect the heritage of Larchmont Boulevard. We thank you all from the bottom of our hearts. Visit us at www. larchmont.com. Please be sure to stop by during the holiday Adv. season.

Save the Date for Our Next Board Meeting: Wednesday, December 8th, 7:00 p.m. at the Ebell of Los Angeles Guest Speaker: Detective Dan Robbins, LAPD Vice Det. Robbins will speak about vice issues in the Greater Wilshire area and will take questions from stakeholders. Also, to celebrate the holidays, we’ll be collecting items for two charities. If you’d like to participate, please bring: • A new, unwrapped children’s toy for the “Toys for Tots” collection sponsored by the LA City Fire Department and Fire Station 29. and/or • A packaged non-perishable food item to be donated to Hope-Net The next Land Use Committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 28th at 6:30 pm in the Assembly Room of Wilshire United Methodist Church. HELP WANTED: Opportunities still available to represent the following great neighborhoods and stakeholder groups: Citrus Square: Alternate We-Wil: Alternate Oakwood-Maplewood-St. Andrews: Director & Alternate Education: Alternate Business: Alternate Windsor Square: Alternate Larchmont Village: Alternate

Association Annual Meeting

The Windsor Square Association Annual Meeting was held on Thursday, November 18th at the Historic Ebell Theater. Fifty neighborhood residents came to hear about the Association’s activities for the past year, get updates on topics of interest such as emergency preparedness and crime, and, of course, to enjoy the delicious cookies and coffee supplied by the Ebell kitchen. Attendees were greeted by WSA President Larry Guzin, who introduced LA City Councilman Tom LaBonge. LaBonge praised Windsor Square for the willingness of residents to advocate for their community, lauding the neighborhood as an example for others in the city. “Much goodness flows from Windsor Square,” said LaBonge. LaBonge also handed out citations, acknowledging the work of Guzin, former WSA president Mike Genewick, and former WSA Board Members Andrew Woodward and Michael Barton. Next up was LA’s Finest. LAPD Wilshire Station Captain Eric Davis, Senior Lead Officer David Cordova, and Olympic Station Senior Lead Officer Joe Pelayo provided remarks on this year’s drop in crime rates (the Wilshire and Olympic stations were numbers 1 and 2 in the city when it came to crime reduction this year), and how to best reach either station to report suspicious activity. Their words of advice: do not be afraid to call 911. Community reporting plays a key role in keeping the neighborhood safe. WSA Board Members then delivered status reports: Guzin spoke on security, Wendy Savage spoke about the Block Captains network, Mike Genewick spoke on improvements to Robert Burns Park, and John Welborne spoke on land use issues, spiced with a little Windsor Square architectural history. Welborne then presented the Annual “Squeaky Wheel Award” to Margy Hudson, who earned the accolade for her tireless work on Robert Burns Park. Guzin wrapped up the evening by presenting the 2011 Board of Directors slate, which was unanimously confirmed by attendees, then fielding questions from residents. At the close of the meeting, everyone adjourned to the theater lobby for socializing over the aforementioned cookies and coffee. More detailed notes from the meeting are available at www. windsorsquare.org. As always, the Board welcomes feedback from residents, and is looking forward to serving the community in 2011. The Windsor Square Association, an all-volunteer group of residents from 1100 households between Beverly and Wilshire and Van Ness and Arden, works to preserve and enhance our beautiful neighborhood. Join with us! Drop us a line at 157 N. Larchmont Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90004, or visit our website at windsorsquare.org. ADV.

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AREA CRIME REPORT (Continued from page 2) between 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The suspect smashed the rear window to the bedroom. 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. GRAND THEFT AUTO: A 2010 black Ford Focus was stolen from the 500 block of N. Rossmore Ave. between Oct. 29 at 11:30 p.m. and Oct. 30 at 11 a.m. A 2005 black Jeep was taken from the 800 block of N. Las Palmas Ave. between Nov. 4 at 11 p.m. and Nov. 5 at 6 a.m. BURGLARIES FROM VEHICLE: A purse and other property were taken from a car parked on the 100 block of S. Citrus Ave. between Oct. 28 at 10:15 p.m. and Oct. 29 at 7:45 a.m. The suspect broke

into the car by smashing the front passenger window. A music player was stolen from a car parked in the 600 block of S. Citrus Ave. between Oct. 28 at 11:30 p.m. and Oct. 29 at 7:50 a.m. The suspect broke into the car by smashing the window. A suspect entered through an unlocked front passenger window and took the victim’s keys from a car parked near the 500 block of N. Rossmore Ave. between Oct. 29 at 6 p.m. and Oct. 30 at 10:45 a.m. A bicycle, radio and luggage were stolen from a car parked on the 800 block of N. Las Palmas Ave. between Nov. 4 at 11 p.m. and Nov. 5 at 6 a.m. The suspect pried open the locked vehicle. PREVENTION TIP: Secure your vehicle by locking all doors, windows and sunroofs. Do NOT leave valuables in your vehicle, especially in

plain view. This includes purses, wallets, briefcases, laptop computers, cell phones, iPods, CDs, cameras or shopping bags. Park your vehicle in areas where there is a high concentration of pedestrian traffic. At night, park in well-lit areas. OLYMPIC DIVISION ROBBERY: A woman was robbed of her purse at gunpoint in a parking garage on the 100 block of S. St. Andrews Pl. Oct. 30 at 11:15 p.m. On Nov. 15 at 12:40 p.m., a man armed with a handgun entered Al's Liquor Store on the 5000 block of Melrose Ave. After ordering everyone to lie down on the floor, he robbed them and then fled on foot. PREVENTION TIP: Pay attention to your surroundings and try not to walk alone, especially at night. If approached, try to remember details that will help police with making an arrest.

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a home on the 600 block of N. Windsor Blvd. while a second suspect entered the home and took cash on Nov. 16. GRAND THEFT AUTO: A 2000 Toyota Camry was stolen from a parking lot on the 600 block of Wilton on Nov. 15 at 1:30 a.m. BURGLARY FROM VEHICLE: Money and clothing were taken from an automobile parked on the 500 block of S. Gramercy Pl. on Nov. 5 between 12:30 and 9:30 a.m. A car was broken into on the 200 block of S. Manhattan Pl. and tools, camera equipment, games and other property stolen Nov. 22 around 3 p.m. VANDALISM: One suspect was caught tagging while another was the look out at a property in the 300 block of S. Manhattan Pl. on Nov. 3 at 4:50 p.m. Graffiti Removal Operation Clean Sweep .............................. 311 Hollywood Beautification ............. 323-463-5180

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Fresh 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 Thurs., Dec. 23 at 568 N. Larchmont Blvd. across from Page Private School. Delivery is available. Oregon trees—nobles and douglas firs—range in size from tabletop to 10-feet tall. Taller trees are available by

special order. Wreaths, garlands and other holiday items will also be for sale. Hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. each day. Proceeds support Rotary’s community service, including literacy programs, student scholarships and international programs. Wilshire Rotary Club meets

presents You are invited to style your sole. Meet up with other Toms fans and have your blank Toms customized by local artists. Only $10

Holiday festivities on the Boulevard (Continued from page 1) providing the refreshments during the 4 to 8 p.m. event. Other stores open that night are Village Heights, Landis General Store, My Favorite Place and Landis’ Labyrinth Toy Shop. Each store will have refreshments, and there will be a raffle with prizes. Landis General Store will be hosting a jewelry trunk show, and Santa Claus will be visiting the toy store.

SANTA CLAUS will be on hand to greet children during the Larchmont Village Open House from 1 to 3 p.m.

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In the November issue we incorrectly reported the time that James Duff completed the annual L.A. Triathlon. His time was one hour, 58 minutes and 10 seconds. He finished first in the Elite Amateur division. The cover photo in the Dining & Entertainment Guide in the November issue did not identify the restaurant where the D’Atris were eating. The restaurant is Tom Bergin’s at 840 S. Fairfax Ave.

Vice detective at Greater Wilshire meeting Los Angeles Police Department Detective Dan Robbins will speak on vice at the Wed., Dec. 8 meeting of the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council at the Ebell of Los Angeles, 743 S. Lucerne Blvd. at 7 p.m. The meeting will also cover land use and zoning issues. A report on the recent participation in the Greater Wilshire Walk will be presented. Attendees are asked to bring a new, unwrapped children’s toy for the “Toys for Tots” collection sponsored by the L.A. City Fire Department. Donations of non-perishable food for Hope-Net are also requested.

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AT ANNUAL MEETING

Windsor Square residents learn of crime decrease

Windsor Square Association members heard from Councilman Tom LaBonge and police officials at the annual meeting Nov. 18 at the Ebell of Los Angeles. Wilshire Division commanding officer Capt. Eric Davis and Olympic Division senior lead officer Joe Pelayo talked on the decrease in crime in the area over the past year. Wilshire senior lead officer David Cordova also spoke. More than 50 residents who attended were urged by the police officials to report crimes so there is an accurate reading on where and what crimes are occurring. Larry Guzin, Windsor

Square Association president, introduced committee chairmen who reported on land use issues, block captains and Robert Burns Park. The annual Squeaky Wheel Award for outstanding community involvement went to Margy Hudson for her work in improving the park.

Hope-Net expands

Hope-Net has added two pantries to its interfaith program, bringing the total to 13 sites, which provide food for people in need. There is also a need for blankets, which can be dropped off at any of the participating churches and temples: www.hopenetla.org.

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Kennedy School honors the past, builds for the future Parents, students, teachers and members of the Kennedy family were at a ribbon-cutting ceremony last month at the Robert F. Kennedy Community Schools. Six pilot kindergartenthrough-12th grade schools opened this last fall at the former Ambassador Hotel property, 701 S. Catalina St. The schools, built by Gonzalez Goodale Architects, pay homage to the past, while celebrating the future, school officials said. Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy was assassinated at the site in 1968. The schools are united by a social justice philosophy that honors Kennedy's legacy. Curriculums include global and educational leadership, language, technology, visual arts and the

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SIGNS ON neighborhood streets drew residents to the annual meeting.

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Art exhibit by Belmont resident Dr. Andre Heltai will be showing his paintings at Belmont Village, 2051 N. Highland Ave., on Sat., Dec. 11 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. A resident at Belmont Village, he was born in Budapest, Hungary. He practiced obstetrics and gynecology and taught at Cornell University Medical School. He paints in oils, acrylics and watercolors.

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Did you turn on the holiday lights For the Kemps, Landays, Whites? Be sure to add tinsel on the trees for the Fenadys, Carrolls, Riberis Is a turbo truck among the toys for the Williams, Platos, Malloys and Campens, Fiebigs, Larsons D’Atris, Ahns, Boecks, Parsons Add to your holiday tunes with Williams, Mosers, MacCoons Wolfs, Johnsons, Shapiros Smiths, Woodwards, DePieros Decorate with berries, ferns for the Capatas, Clarks, Brynes Wrap up a special surprise for brothers Gintel and Takeis. Is the table brightly flowered

Close to 150 residents heard from city officials at the 27th annual meeting of the Miracle Mile Residential Association in November at the Korean Cultural Center. Councilman Tom LaBonge spoke on the Wilshire Bus Rapid Transit project, and Wilshire Police Captain Eric Davis commented on a decrease in overall crime, said Jim O’Sullivan, president. A performance by fan dancers and drummers, provided by the Korean Cultural Center, preceeded the meeting. Alice Cassidy, MMRA vice president, asked for comments from the audience on a proposed farmers’ market. She said comments were favorable, but location has not been determined. The proposal will be examined at the next board meeting. The meeting concluded with a survey on “Our Favorite Things in the Miracle Mile.” The consensus was “the location, 20 minutes from almost everywhere.” for Ms’s Wagner, Daley, Howard? Get out linens for Yusts, Deans add candles for Caziers, Keanes Buy gifts for baseball, golf fans for Kramers, Blakelys, Hoffmans, Hudsons, Goodmans, Simons, Sakmars, McLeans, Reimanns. Let us ring out yuletide bells for Rasjwings, LaBonges, Cerrells and Hutchins, Penfolds, Carrs. plus Rosenfelds, Lees, Kuncars. Polish the candlesticks for the Webbs, Genewicks Try out some new recipes with the Hawleys, Doughertys

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Historic status, e-policing were on the meeting agenda A celebratory mood was in the air at the Windsor Village Association annual meeting Nov. 14 at the home of board member Dennee Frey. Approximately 75 residents heard about the area’s recent adoption by the city as a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone. Sylvia Lacy, senior deputy for Councilman Herb Wesson’s office, said the councilman was supportive of the preservation ordinance, and a sign up was held for an e-policing e-mail list from the LAPD.

Members were also introduced to the association’s new website www.windsorvillage. org. A new beautification program to plant additional street trees in the area was discussed by the program’s head Allison Sapunor. Written nominations were taken for new board members and will continue to be accepted through Jan. 30. The election will be held in early 2011. Nominees’ names can be e-mailed to windsorvillageassn@gmail.com

Windsor Village gets historic zone (Continued from page 1) said Grist. The area is bordered by Wilshire and Olympic boulevards, Lucerne and Crenshaw boulevards, and includes French Eclectic, Italian Renaissance and Spanish Colonial Revival styles of architecture. A grass-roots movement took root four years ago with bake sales and walking door to door for a city survey. About 75 percent of the buildings were found to be historic, dating from 1910 to 1962. While most of the homes are from the 1920s, Harold Henry Park, created in the early 1960s, extended the “period of significance.” A Preservation Plan was written, which outlines design guidelines for restoration of those structures deemed historic, from windows, doors and roofs to front porches, building finishes and architectural details. The Plan is designed to prevent an “unsightly patchwork of design and scale, jeopardizing the overall character of the neighborhood,” according to the ordinance. Members of Country Club Park and Wilshire Park, which are also protected by HPOZs, helped write the Plan, and the three groups will share the document. The neighborhood groups will also share a seven-member HPOZ board to include one member from each asso-

ciation. The remaining four will be appointed by the city. A celebration of the historic district was held at the annual meeting Nov. 14 at Dennee Frey’s home. “Council District 10 was instrumental in shepherding this process through” the city Planning Dept., said Frey, “We couldn’t have completed this feat without the tireless efforts of neighbors,” she added, such as Allison Sapunor, Holly Holyk, and Ros Strotz.

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Westside communities oppose rapid bus project

West Los Angeles residential groups are debating the wisdom of the Wilshire Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) bus lane in their communities. The final BRT Environmental Impact Report has been apArt exhibit opens proved, but Metro staff has been directed to ask the at Park La Brea Federal Transit Administration More than 50 artworks will (FTA) if they would still fund be displayed at Park La Brea’s the project if the roughly Art Center beginning with a re- mile-long stretch between ception on Fri., Dec. 10 from, Comstock and Selby Avenues 5 to 8 p.m. in the Basement in Westwood were excluded. The FTA is set to provide Gallery, 351 S. Fuller Ave. The $23.3 million for the project. show ends Dec. 11. The artists are students Staff was also asked to further under the direction of Sybil clarify the benefits and imGonzales. Adults, from be- pacts of the project. Start your Holiday shipping early. The dedicated bus lane on ginning to advanced level of both sides of Wilshire Blvd. ability, attend classes and are WE PACK AND SHIP would operate alongside given individual instruction in ANYTHING TO ANYWHERE the painting medium of their curbs during peak-hour traffic. between downtown and choice. 323-467-2255 The exhibit is open to the Centinela Ave. in West Los FAX 323-467-2266 public. For more information, Angeles. 5870 Melrose Ave. #3 L.A. 90038 Councilmember Paul Koretz call 323-549-5498. has expressed concerns about aspects of the project as it impacts some of the communities in his Fifth Council district. Several of the communities in the Westwood area retained their own traffic engineer to study the project. The consulJay will be signing his book, Stepping Stones to tant’s final report called into question whether there would Success, Saturday, December 11 at Launch Art be any significant time savings Gallery, 5412 Wilshire Blvd. from 5 to 8 pm. for bus travel through porBooks are available for purchase at the signing tions of the Westwood comand online at www.bootcampla.com. munity, specifically the stretch and A Great Way to Get in Shape of Wilshire between Comstock and Selby Avenues. Lose Weight! Best Boot Camp in L.A. The Westwood commu– Los Angeles Magazine nity,am! particularly the Holmby A Fun Four Week, Outdoor, Exercise Progr Westwood Property Owners For all Ages and Levels of Fitness! A Fun 4-Week Outdoor l Counseling Provided!Association and the Comstock Nutritiona s Self Conﬁ Fitness Build Program at dence, Strength,Hills Homeowners Association, Friendships! argued strongly that the proation LACMA/LaMotiv Brea Tarand Pits Park posed bus Shape!lane through this late to get in“Condo r too s neve ItÕ Canyon” stretch of • All ages & fitness levels • Shed Excess Weight it! do can You • Nutritional Counseling • Build Strength, Self-Confidence, Motivation & Friendships Held at The La Brea Tar Pits/ LACMA Museum Park Morning & locate Evening Sessions Wilshire near Fairfax Blvd. d on

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STUDENTS joined Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah of Jordan, center, Elizabeth Gore, executive director of Global Partnerships for the United Nations Foundation, third from left, and Marlborough head of school Barbara Wagner, second from right, at the Girl Up pep rally.

Scores of local girls attend ‘Girl Up’ rally at Marlborough improved with a simple “hightogether in support of young five”—a $5 donation that women in the developing helps provide access to such world at the Girl Up Pep Rally basic needs as school supplies, clean water, health services in November. Marlborough’s Combs Gym and more. Participants includwas filled with messages of ed students from Marlborough courage and hope as girls and other schools and nonfrom local schools joined spe- profits. “As a parent of a teenage cial guests Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah of Jordan, girl, it is my pleasure and a Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, true honor to be involved with Olympic gold medalist the Girl Up campaign,” said Rebecca Soni, actress Amber Villaraigosa. “Even from far Heard, High School Musical away, teens in Los Angeles can star Monique Coleman and make a real difference to girls American Idol runner-up in developing countries.” Queen Rania encouraged David Archuleta in support girls to idenof Girl Up, a tify ways in campaign of which they the United can help Nations address Foundation. the world’s Girl Up gives problems American through girls the v o l u n t e e ropportuing and nity to raise fundraisawareness ing, drawand funds ing paralfor United lels between Nations proAmerican grams that teenagers help some of and their the world’s c o u n t e rhardest to reach ado- IF YOU GIVE a girl the smallest parts around chance, she can make the biggest the world. lescent girls change, remarked Queen Rania, “In many in Malawi, right, pictured with Wagner and the ways, they’re E t h i o p i a , Mayor. just like you; Guatemala, Liberia and the U.S. Through creative, intelligent, strong,” Girl Up, girls around the she said. “But too many girls world have the opportunity in developing countries aren’t to become educated, healthy, able to realize their dreams safe and positioned to become because the reality of their everyday lives is so constrained. world leaders. “The case for girls is so com- They can’t go to school. They pelling,” said Queen Rania, eat last and get least. They a Girl Up global advocate, in never get a chance to see a her remarks. “If you can give doctor. They’re vulnerable.” a girl the smallest chance, she The Queen encouraged those can make the biggest change. in attendance to join Girl Up This program will give a girl and utilize the programs the in California the opportunity campaign offers that encourto help a girl in Malawi buy age American teens to lend their voices to girls in the rest school supplies.” During the event, girls ages of the world. She also asked 10-18 “traveled” through the the teenagers not to forget pep rally with a “passport” how effective and loud their in hand learning about their voices can be. counterparts around the world For more information, go to and how their futures can be GirlUp.org.

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dream come true,” said Devin, who is home-schooled to allow her time for ballet training. “Everyone has so many

dreams… I just can’t believe that I am now able to say that one of mine has indeed come true.”

Joining Devin on stage at the Saturday evening performance will be Mattise Love of Windsor (Please turn to page 14)

To all our Friends in Hancock Park Larchmont Village & Miracle Mile Communities

Happy Holidays & Best Wishes in the New Year THE ROLE of the Sugarplum Fairy will be danced by DevinAlexus Marin, right; Matisse Love, left, was cast as Masha in Marat Daukayev Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker.”

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The Metro Board of Directors approved an extension of The Metro Purple Line running between the Wilshire/ Western Station and Westwood/VA Hospital, a distance of approximately nine miles, for the route of the Westside Subway Extension. > The $4.2 billion project will extend the subway to Beverly Hills, Century City and Westwood. > A one-way trip between Union Station in Downtown LA and Westwood will take approximately 25 minutes. > By 2035, it is estimated to attract nearly 53,000 riders boarding at the new stations along the extension. > Under the 30/10 Initiative leveraging Measure R funding with federal dollars, construction could begin in 2013, with completion of the subway to the Westwood area by 2022. For more information, visit metro.net/westside.

By Laura Eversz More than 100 girls and boys ages three to 17 have been busy preparing for Marat Daukayev Ballet Theater’s 10th annual production of “The Nutcracker.” Performances are at the Japan American Theatre, 244 S. San Pedro St. in downtown Los Angeles, on Sat., Dec. 11 at 2 and 7 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 12 at noon and 4 p.m. Cast in the role of the Sugarplum Fairy is Mid-

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Boot Camp L.A.’s Kerwin to sign ‘Success’ book at Launch Gallery Jay Kerwin, founder of Boot Camp L.A. has joined forces with authors Deepak Chopra, Dr. Denis Waitley and “Chicken Soup for the Soul” author Jack Canfield to release “Stepping Stones to Success.” Kerwin will be signing the book on Sat., Dec. 11 at Launch Gallery, 5412 Wilshire Blvd. from 5 to 8 p.m. The authors are well qualified to give you what you need to unleash your cre-

ativity, move towards your goals and improve your life, said Kerwin. He is known as “The Major” by his recruits at Miracle Mile-based Boot Camp L.A. In the book Kerwin shares his secrets to losing weight and getting in shape to lead a healthy happy life. He has been a part of the fitness community with his wife Marcella for more than 12 years. The book, published by Insight Publishing, will be available for purchase.

Rodriguez will ride on China Airlines float in the Rose Parade on New Year's Day Look for designer Raul Rodriguez riding on the China Airlines float with his macaw Sebastian during the Rose Parade on New Year’s Day. The float is one of 11 the Windsor Square resident has created for the annual event. This year’s theme is “Building Dreams, Friendships and Memories.” Rodriguez began his career at the age of 15 when he designed the city of Whittier float for the parade. Dogs will slide down a water chute on skimboards on

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(Continued from page 13) Village who will dance the role of Masha, as well as the roles of the Chinese soloist, Pas De Trois, Arc Angel and Snow, and Waltz. A sixth grade honor student in Beverly Hills, the 11-yearold is ranked in the top 12 in L.A. for the Youth America Grand Prix competition, and like Devin, was invited to compete in the New York City World finals at the Youth America Grand Prix of Ballet. “Getting the part of Masha is probably every little ballerina’s dream, and it was mine,” said Matisse. “And now I finally got the opportunity to play it. It’s like a dream come true. I’m very excited.” Having been with the company since she was seven, this year’s holiday production is her fifth. “Every year has been amazing, but this is the best,” she added. The girls, along with the rest of the cast, study at the dance school at 731 S. La Brea Ave., founded 10 years ago by Pamela Daukayev and Marat, a former Kirov ballet star. He serves as artistic director and dances the role of Drosselmeyer in the production of “The Nutcracker.” Ticket prices are $30 and can be purchased at the Japan America Theater box office, or by calling 213-680-3700. For more information, go to www. maratdaukayev.com.

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League’s youth volunteer earns philanthropy award Sloane Fowkes won a National Philanthropy Day award in November for her commitment to making a difference in people’s live. The Windsor Square college sophomore was nominated by the Assistance League of Southern California for her leadership in the Assisteens, a League auxiliary. Non-profit agencies in Los Angeles were invited by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Greater Los Angeles chapter, to submit candidates for the National Philanthropy Day award. Fowkes and two other youths were selected from among the city-wide nominees. Other winners included Carol and Doug Mancino, Tina and Rick Caruso, Mindy and Gene Stein, Lee and Mickey Segal. Corporations and foundations also earned awards.

Fowkes was nominated for her numerous volunteer activities such as organizing the Christmas event at the Children’s Center, and spearheading the collection of 700 gifts for disadvantaged children. Later, as Assisteens chairman, she fulfilled her goals of: growing membership, increasing hands-on service, and expanding visibility of the group in working with Operation School Bell, at the Senior Center, and in a summer internship program she initiated at the Children’s Center. Sloane started a program whereby Assisteens shopped for and delivered weekly groceries to homebound seniors. Currently, she is a sophomore at Dickinson College in Pennsylvania, and is planning a career in geriatric social work.

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Co-authors of a Holocaust memoir “Bending Toward the Sun” will share their story at the Los Angeles Museum of the Holocaust at Pan Pacific Park Sun., Dec. 12 from 2 to 4 p.m. The talk launches the museum’s Speaker’s Program with a talk By Leslie-Gilbert Lurie whose book tells a story of survival in the face of Nazi terror. A writer, lawyer, television executive, educator and child advocate, Gilbert-Lurie will be joined in the program by her mother Rita Lurie. As a five-year-old, she had to flee her home in Poland and along with 14 family members spend two years in hiding in a cramped, dark attic never speaking above a whisper and

preserve their family history and ensure that the lessons of the Holocaust are not lost to future generations. subsisting on scraps of food. Admission is free with a sugDuring the program, Rita gested $10 donation. Visit the will read from the book, and Chronicles Museum webpage at www. Larchmont Leslie will discuss theirDecember, expe- lamoth.org for more informa2010 riences working together to tion.

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VOLUNTEERS prepare to distribute gifts that were collected at last year's holiday toy drive. Donations for this year's event can be dropped off at St. Brendan Church through Fri., Dec. 17.

Volunteer, donate for Dec. 5 Council Clothing Giveaway! The annual Clothing Giveaway! by the National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles will be on Sun., Dec. 5 in the parking lot at 543 N. Fairfax Ave. Volunteers are needed during one- or two-hour slots between 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Tax-deductible donations can also be dropped off at the above address. Last year’s giveaway provided 3,000 people with more than 40,000 items of clothing, toys and accessories, according to NCJW/LA director of advocacy Ruth Williams. Women, children and families are provided with items collected at thrift shops through community service agencies, homeless shelters and battered women’s facilities, she added. The thrift shop run by the NCJW/LA was voted among the best in L.A. Magazine in 2009.

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Big Sunday posts holiday wish list Volunteers looking for ideas for giving back during the holiday season can go to www.bigsunday.org where a list details what is needed at nonprofits, schools and other groups in terms of donations, supplies and people power now through New Year's Day. "We began compiling a holiday wish list because of the tremendous need in our comunity," said David Levinson, executive director. Opportunities range from buying presents for needy children, feeding the hungry at Christmas and singing songs at nursing homes to preparing care packages for soldiers or donating food, blankets and clothing to local shelters.

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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 need of new, unwrapped toys for children ages newborn to 18,” said Mike Standifer, event chairman. “Our needs have increased dramatically since last year. For most of these children, this could be the only toy they will receive for Christmas.” Recipients include not only children living at Alexandria House, but youths involved

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Wilshire Center/Koreatown gets state funding for park A vacant lot three blocks from a Metro station in Koreatown will be developed into a park using $5 mllion in state funding from Proposition 84. The state bond act passed by voters in 2006 provides funding for new parks and other projects. The .69-acre parcel at 3670 Wilshire Blvd. will include a playground, playfield, community garden, walking loop with exercise stations and picnic area. It is one of seven throughout the city to be built with $29.1 million in state

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Little league travel team gets first victory; regular season sign-ups begin The Wilshire Warriors, a travel team made up of boys from the Minors division of the Wilshire Association Little League, competed in three United States Specialty Sports Association tournaments after the regular season ended last summer. “These were very competitive tournaments with teams traveling from as far as Las Vegas,” said coach David Adams. “We lost our first game 23-0, but the Warriors improved and the spread started to decrease.” The team’s first victory came against the Mission Viejo Halos, when, in the last inning with two outs, Isaac Rose, Tiger Adams and Parker Lestz each got a hit and tied up the game. Patrick Armstrong made the final RBI to win the game 12110. The Warriors also competed in a weekly Continental

Amateur Baseball Assoc. league with two games every Sunday from mid September to the end of November. A second Wilshire Warriors team formed in September, and has been competing in a fall league at East Valley Baseball. According to Adams, the league is planning to start travel teams for other three divisions this year. To be a part of the Warriors, you must be enrolled in the regular season with Wilshire Baseball. Boys and girls can register online at wilshiresports.com through Jan. 31 for the 2011 spring season. The league accommodates players ages five through 12, said commissioner Jack Mansour. The Majors division will be for boys ages 11 and 12; Minors teams are made up and nine

and 10-year-olds. Boys ages seven and eight will play in the Rookie division, while boys and girls ages five and six will make up the T-ball division. Tryouts for baseball will take place in February at John Burroughs Middle School, 600 N. McCadden Place. No tryouts are necessary for T-ball teams. Ages are determined as of April 30, 2011. The regular season begins in March and continues through the end of June.

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As Wilshire Softball league expands, girls hone skills, gain confidence over the last couple of years,” said league president George Phillips. “The success of our all star teams has raised the profile of the league. We are now attracting girls from other leagues who want to play in our program.” More than 100 girls participated in the fall program, added Phillips. Last summer, the league fielded all-star teams in three divisions, and they all won. “That was an incredibly fun and intense experience for ev-

eryone involved,” said Philips. “We are focused on returning our league’s teams to States and winning the gold medal,” he added. The league is doing its part in getting the players ready. “We have created partnerships with former college players and Olympians to work with our girls to build up their self esteem and softball skills,” said Glen March, the league’s vice president of programming. “These elite athletes will be running clinics for our girls, in addition to clinics run by coaches and players of area schools, including Marlborough and Flintridge Prep.” Registration is now open for the spring season. There are no territorial limits, so girls who live anywhere are welcomed into the league. “We have expanded our program to include a six and under division for girls ages five and six,” said Phillips. The league now has five divisions offering programming for girls between the ages of five and 14. “We’re excited about the spring season,” said Phillips. “Many of the girls have been working really hard and some are playing year round. While our goal is to help them build strong fundamental softball skills, we are equally committed to teaching, practicing and instilling the ideals of character, teamwork, good sportsmanship and fair play.”

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By Laura Eversz After an all star season that experienced unprecedented success—with each division’s team winning at least one tournament and with the 10U Gold All Star team winning a silver medal in the State Regional Tournament in San Diego—the Wilshire Softball League has a lot to look forward to this spring. And the girls are ready to play. “We have created a fantastic league in our community that has really matured

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Contemporary music producer Catherine Uniack recently received the Forte Award at the opening of the Jacaranda Concert Series, a chamber music series located in Santa Monica. “I am honored to have joined such distinguished company in receiving this award, and I am grateful for living a life filled with the music, musicians and composers with whom I continue to work,” she said. California Institute of the Arts President Steven Lavine was co-recipient of the Forte Award at the Oct. 23 event. He is a driving force behind the creation of REDCAT at Disney Hall, and the new Wild Beast outdoor concert hall on the CalArts campus. In presenting the award, Jacaranda Music at the Edge artistic director Patrick Scott praised Uniack as a dedicat-

AWARDEE Catherine Uniack and husband Bob.

ed leader in promoting new and modern music since the 1970s. He added she is well-acquainted with the music, the

composers and the performers who have made Los Angeles a creative center of music in our time. She is executive director of the Piano Spheres recital series, which commissions new works premiered at Zipper Concert Hall and the Colburn School of Performing Arts. She is also on the board of Monday Evening Concerts, the oldest chamber music concert series on the west coast, and also based at Zipper Hall. Catherine and her husband Bob, Windsor Square residents since 1965, have five grown children and recently celebrated their 57th anniversary. Bob’s garden railroad, with many of the cars designed and built by Bob himself, has been featured in the Larchmont Chronicle and on the Windsor Square-Hancock Park Historical Society Garden Tour.

Venetian holiday, Rockettes on OASIS holiday calendar A gondola ride, Rockettes performance and holiday party await OASIS members in December. All the romance of Italy is yours on a Christmas Venetian Holiday day trip that includes a gondola cruise and Italian dinner on Thurs., Dec. 9 from 3 to 9:30 p.m. As the sun begins to set, guests will travel to Long Beach to board a fleet of gondolas for a one-hour cruise through the canals of Naples and Los Alamitos Bay past a myriad of floating Christmas trees. Following will be a traditional Italian holiday dinner at a Long Beach restaurant. Fee is $80. The Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring the

world-famous Rockettes takes place at the Nokia Theatre at L.A. Live in downtown Los Angeles on a trip on Sat., Dec. 11 from 1 to 6:30 p.m. The dancers bring their eyehigh kicks and a cast and crew of more than 100 in this holiday show. Cost is $95. A holiday party including lunch takes place aboard the Queen Mary on Tues., Dec. 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $30. Transportation is included from OASIS Centers in Baldwin Hills, Westside Pavilion and Lakewood. OASIS is a national education organization aimed at enriching the lives of mature adults. For reservations and more information about the trips as

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In late October we Dan Hodgkiss conducted our annual President The Rotary Pumpkin Patch, which Christmas Tree lot resulted in a sell-out of every pumpkin in stock! We has become the “go-to” place also participated in Meals on for Hancock Park/Larchmont Wheels deliveries, bringing pre- residents to get their trees. All pared meals to people in need in sales from the lot help fund various parts of our community. our various community service projects, and a portion of the During the month of November sales go to the End Polio Now we helped Immanuel campaign. Presbyterian assemble Thanksgiving baskets and col- The Wilshire Rotary Club meets lected grocery store gift cards weekly at the Ebell at noon; for families in need. And at the stop by and join us for lunch end of November we received some time.

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Larchmont Bungalow (Continued from page 1) the city’s ruling, lost, and now attorney Fred Gaines seeks to overturn the city’s denial of an appeal of the revocation of the certificate of occupancy. A hearing in the civil case has been moved from this month to Mon., March 21 at 9:30 in L.A. Superior Court, Dept. 85 Meanwhile, in a criminal case against the Larchmont Bungalow, a hearing is set for Thurs., Dec. 16 at the Hollywood Division of the L.A. Superior Court. Unless it is postponed, again. Judge Spurgeon Smith has continued the case since the fall, pending the outcome of the civil case. “It was supposed to have been resolved by now,” said city attorney Jonathan Galatzan. The issues in the criminal and civil cases are similar,

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which is why the judge is waiting to see the results in the civil case, said Galatzan, supervisor of the housing section of the L.A. Superior Court. Bungalow attorney Gaines did not return calls. But in court Gaines has argued the limitation is unfair as

Volunteers are being sought to train as members of the Crisis Response Team beginning Tues., Jan 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Grace Simons Lodge (near Dodger Stadium). CRT members respond to traumatic incidents at the request of the Los Angeles police and fire departments. They provide immediate on-scene crisis intervention, attend to survival and comfort needs and act as a liaison between victims and emergency personnel. The training continues on Tuesday and Thursday evenings through Thurs., March 3. For more information call Jeffrey Zimerman, CRT manager, at 213-978-0697.

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Neighbors bond at first annual Wilshire Park Halloween Haunt Thanks to the spirited participation of the volunteers and the enthusiasm of the 300 guests, the first annual Wilshire Park Halloween Haunt was a resounding success, said Lorna Hennington, vice president of the board of the Wilshire Park Association. The event was held on Halloween Eve on the 600-700 blocks of S. Bronson Ave., where homes were decorated

and a live deejay spun tunes. "The residents of Wilshire Park have worked tirelessly on historic preservations issues over the last several years, so this was a chance to have some good old-fashioned fun," said Hennington. "It was also an amazing opportunity for the neighborhood to bond and for ties to be strengthened, all during a great family event," she add-

ed. Youngsters enjoyed a giant bounce house and scary hearse ride that carted them around the block where fog machines and strobe lights help set the scene. Homes featured carnival games such as "The Witchly Bean Bag Toss" and "Eyeball

Relay." A food station served hot dogs, tacos, popcorn and candy; costume and pumpkin carving contests yielded winners of amazing creativity and gore. Joining residents were City Councilman Herb Wesson,

his deputy Sylvia Lacy, LAPD Senior Lead Officer Frank Ciezaldo and representatives of SSA Security. The event was well received, so the neighborhood is planning a winter holiday event and multi-cultural potluck in December, said Hennington.

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May—Cinco de Mayo, not coincidentally—when Ron appeared on the Rachael Ray show as part of her “RivalRay” taco-off competition. “People go crazy for our filet mignon tacos,” he warned the other contestants during the broadcast. “You’re in for the hardest, toughest fight you ever had because we’re bringing it to you!” he laughed, eyes twinkling. And bring it he did: against some of the most storied Mexican establishments in L.A., El Cholo’s was named “Best Taco in the West.” Not surprisingly, when Hollywood royalty gets the urge for Mexican food, they’ll pay a visit to Western Avenue. Ron says his grandparents’ traditional recipes and landmark status made El Cholo the favorite of movie greats such as Gary Cooper, Harold Lloyd, Bing Crosby, and Loretta Young and more recently, the likes of Dustin Hoffman, Jack Nicholson, Tom Hanks, Sean Penn and Ben Affleck might be found

dining among the hand-painted arches and historic photos. But the real legacy of Ron Salisbury’s grandparents lies not with the glitter of Tinseltown, but with the thousands of ordinary people of every age and stripe who have settled into one of El Cholo’s large wooden booths, taken a swipe of fresh salsa with a lightly salted chip, and found a new culinary home. Lifelong friends Judy Sheingold and Jan Pollard, for example, upon turning 60 (on the same day!) marked the occasion by travelling from their respective cities (Sacramento and Seattle) to celebrate in the same booth where they ordered their first Margaritas as USC roommates back in 1971. “And in the 40 subsequent years, if we find ourselves within a 60-mile radius, we dine at El Cholo,” Judy says. “Pilgrimages are about tradition.” And to many Mexican food worshippers, there is only one appropriate shrine: The Original El Cholo restaurant.

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My daughter is in preschool. This month, she has been learning about toy drives for children who have less than Mommywe do, nutrition during this hood time of year when the impulse by is indulging, and about being Robin Trynin thankful. At 33 months, she is a great little human, and a great role model for her mommy. things I would have told her if Her inclusiveness, curiosI had been coherent instead of ity, kindness and joy shine a babbling, breast-feeding new through all of the moments mother of a three-month-old. that we are together, and I Joyce has helped us guide bask in them even when we our daughter, with respect and are apart for those hours that tenderness, from her babyshe is in school. hood in a protected environWe began sending her three ment to her toddlerhood out half days, but it was not enough in the world. for her. She quickly told me Larchmont was the first of she wanted go every day and their excursions. It is known even nap there. She loves her as one of the only walking teachers and she obviously neighborhoods in Los Angeles, feels safe and and knowsecure. ing that they The open- Joyce believes that girls were nearby, ness with especially should be having a which she taught to be courageous, great time has accept- strong and brave, things in a welcomed her new I would have told her if I ing, safe and schedule, stimulating had been coherent . . . her new inatmosphere dependence that they could get to and and her new authority figures from on their own, I would should be stunning to me, but never have been able to relax whether nature or nurture, and let them explore so easily. Sadie has often shown signs We now know many of the that given the right amount of salespeople and proprietors loving care, guidance and fun, whose continued presence ofshe will adapt. fers the familiarity and coziIt all began with Joyce. ness that makes Larchmont so Joyce is our nanny. Isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t it special. Edwin, the manager such a small word for the enorat Samâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bagels, is one of the mity of its meaning? Joyce has best. He, like many others, has taken care of Sadie, and by exseen generations of children tension my husband Tom and in Larchmont Village blossom me, since we moved here two from tiny babies into chatty years ago, and it is our very three-year-olds and beyond. good fortune that she is still One day, we were in the shop part of our family, in spite of and I told him nervously that Sadieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new busy life. Sadie was starting school and Joyce believes that girls eswhere. He turned to the man pecially should be taught to be and his daughter who were courageous, strong and brave,

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of champagne were: Sony Music president Robert Holmes, Steven Williams, actresses Eunetta Boone and Tashina Arnold, Luenell with Tony Montana, Norwood’s sister Tanya Around Young Williams the and daughters Town Tryumph and with Whizdom, Vee Patty Hill Hill, Brittany and Chandler Martin, and Tonya Wright… *** Los Angeles Natural History Museum trustee Patricia Lombard, her husband Bill Simon, and their daughters Emily and Alexandra opened their Fremont Place home on Oct. 19 for an exclusive preview and behind the scenes glimpse at the creation of the museum’s new permanent installation called “Dinosaur Mysteries.” LANHM director and president Dr. Jane G. Pisano handed-off the evening to Dr. John Long, vice president of research and collections, who wasted no time proclaiming his goal of having Los Angeles recognized by the international anthropological community as an official World Heritage Site. The dazzling preview of the new installation will take

visitors through the Age of Mammals back into prehistoric dinosaur days. Among those peering spellbound at the pale ontological wonders to come—while enjoying ahi tuna cones and shrimp bites from Chef Kai Loebach were: Caroline and Frank Moser, Olivia and Michael Kohn, Juanita Kempe, Tom Jacobson, Sabrina Kay, Priscilla Wright, Peggy and Stephen Davis, Natural History Museum’s Tarik Yetken, Mark Pisano, Shar and Robert Penfold, and much missed former Arden Blvd. neighbors, Ginger and Bill Lincoln. Guests left with 22nd century packets of gourmet cookies and a gentle reminder from the host and hostess that the new installation opening will highlight next year’s July 9 Dinosaur Ball. *** Larchmonteratti got their annual extra ounce of “Oom Pah Pah” as Los Altos’s alliterative owners Arax and Allan Gross welcomed 300 guests to their annual Oktoberfest gathering in the courtyards and lobby of the Wilshire Blvd. landmark. Bavarian musicians in lederhosen played, maidens served (Please turn to page 31)

Treat yourself and help others at Divine Design Dec. 3 to 6 Divine Design will feature donated designs from Calvin Klein, Barclay Butera, Barbie, J Brand, Laundry by Shelli Segal, C&C California, Smashbox Cosmetics and more. Help the needy while treating yourself to designer merchandise for 50 to 90 percent off retail at one of the largest shopping fundraisers on the west coast from Fri., Dec. 3 through Mon., Dec. 6 at the

former Robinson’s May building, 9900 Wilshire Blvd. in Beverly Hills. Merchandise will include clothing, home décor, toys, cosmetics and spa products. Proceeds will support Project Angel Food, which serves men, women and children affected by HIV/AIDS and other serious illnesses. Hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Cost is $25 at the door, or online at www.divinedesign.org.

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THE TOPIC WAS the new “Dinosaur Mysteries” exhibit coming to the L.A. County Natural History Museum. The foursome here are, from left, Dr. Jane Pisano, Bill Simon, Patty Lombard and Dr. John Long at the Simon house.

A variety of events will be hosted this month by The Assistance League of Southern California (ALSC) at its home at 1370 N. St. Andrews Place. An Afternoon of Glamour and Style will feature founder Assisteens as models on Sun., Dec. 5 from 2 to 4:30 p.m. New clothing will be provided to public school students who are in need on Operation School Bell Super Saturday, Dec. 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Anne Banning Auxiliary mem-

bers will be joined by Founder Assisteens, ATT Interactive and Los Angeles School Police Dept. Explorers at the event. ALCS’s Gift Shop will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., featuring seasonal items including sterling, china and table accessories as well as jewelry, handbags and frames. Harvard Westlake Middle School orchestra will perform at the Hollywood Senior Multipurpose Center, 1360 N. St. Andrews Place, on Thurs.,

Dec. 16 at 11:30 a.m. A Holiday Party Luncheon with entertainment takes place on Tues., Dec. 21 at 11 a.m. Youngsters can select gifts for families members at the ALCS’s Children’s Club Christmas Party on Mon., Dec. 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The children also receive a gift selected for them by an Assisteen. For more information, call 323-469-1973 ext. 239. AD DEADLINE Deadline for reserving advertising space is the 15th of every month.

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“Know Art LA” seminars provide a practical guide to the L.A. art scene. They are led by experts Sarah Jane Bruce and Anat Egby. Nancy, a director emeritus of the Skirball Center, gave guests a tour of her private collection, which focuses on the art of Israel from the 1960s to the present. Later, over lunch, she shared her journey into the L.A. art community, as well as some of the secrets of collecting art. Happy holidays, 2011… and that’s the chat!!!

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(Continued from page 30) sudsy steins of beer, and everyone enjoyed brats and sauerkraut before winding their way up the historic stairs to the William Randolph Hearst Suite for desserts, brandy, cigars and live piano music. Later, the lobby became an after hours disco where the young and the relentless danced until dawn. Among the multitudes were: celebrated tenor Dennis McNeil with his wife Cindy, Dr. Patrick Wade, Patrick Duffy, Timm Carney and Peter Cluff, Tracy Kinell and David Hindleman, David Bramante, John Espinoza, Jennifer Epps, Michelle Marini and Jason Costanzo, Jaesung Lee, Nick Lope, Clark Hsiao, and Danielle Roller. *** Meanwhile, back to the future, on Nov. 6, Nancy Berman and Alan Block invited guests to their Hudson Avenue home for an up-close look at “Know Art LA,” an organization which tells the timid and the uninitiated everything they always wanted to know about contemporary L.A. Art—but were afraid to ask.

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Lawyers, judges in sync at holiday concert June Lockhart is emcee. Christmas carols, works by Mozart, music from “My Fair Lady,” Gershwin and Puccini arias are on the program. Tickets are $15; $10 for students and seniors (65 and older). Send a check or money order payable to WUMC, with a selfaddressed stamped envelope to P.O. Box 2001, Burbank, CA 91507. They will also be at the door on a first-come basis. For more information call 818-

Lawyers and judges will put down their cases and pick up their instruments for a holiday concert on Sun., Dec. 19, beginning at 7 p.m., at Wilshire United Methodist Church, 4350 Wilshire Blvd. In a program featuring traditional holiday favorites, the classics and show tunes, the Los Angeles Lawyers Philharmonic will perform under the baton of founder-conductor Gary S. Greene, Esq. The Gwen Wyatt Chorale will join the orchestra and actress

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Alexandria House welcomes Mrs. Claus Mrs. Santa Claus will visit Alexandra House, 426 S. Alexandria Ave., Sat., Dec. 18 from 1 to 3 p.m. Judy Vaughan, director, encourages guests to bring a potluck dish. There also will be games and crafts. The facility provides safe and supportive transitional housing for women and children. A 5K AND FRIENDSHIP WALK, “Run for Her,” drew 4,000 participants and raised $700,000 for ovarian cancer research. L.A. County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky kicked off the Nov. 14 event, which took place surrounding The Grove. Joining him were Dr. Beth Karlan, director of Cedar Sinai’s Women’s Cancer Research Institute, actors Eden Sher and Patricia Heaton and Cedar board chair Mark Siegel.

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Create Eskimo art, make soap, watch 'A Christmas Carol,' other holiday stories from 6 to 8 p.m. Toddler Storytime with stories, songs and rhymes meets on Fridays at 10 a.m. Grandparents and Books: Ms. Sylvia reads on Tuesdays

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FAIRFAX LIBRARY 161 S. Gardner St. 323-936-6191 Book Sale: Great books and other materials at great prices. Sat., Dec. 4, from 11 a.m. on. The Miracle Mile Writers Club holiday party. Network and support for writers at all levels of expertise, both published and aspiring. Sat., Dec. 4, 3 to 5 p.m. Book Club: Discuss books and authors Tues., Dec. 7 at 11:30 a.m. New members welcome. Call library for book and topic. Computer Comfort: Learn computer basics on Tues. Dec. 7, 14 and 21 at 1:30 p.m. Preschool Storytime: Stories, songs and rhymes for ages 2 to 4 on Wed., Dec. 15 at 11:30 a.m. Ongoing Grandparents and Books: Call branch for dates and times. FREMONT LIBRARY 6121 Melrose Ave. 323-962-3521 Friends of the Library book sale: Choose from a huge selection of bargain and rare CDs, audio books, DVDs, videos and books on Fri., Dec. 3 at 1:30 p.m and Sat., Dec. 4 at noon. Chess club for all ages meets on Sat., Dec. 4, 11 and 18 at 1 p.m., coached by Roger King. All playing levels are welcome. Call 323-666-7892 for more information. Teens make soap on Tues., Dec. 21 at 3 p.m. Ongoing Grandparents and Books: Grandma Janie reads to kids on Tuesdays from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Adrienne reads on Wednesday from1 to 3 p.m. Toddler Storytime every Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. for

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I just celebrated my 20th anniversary of living in Los Angeles—13 of those wonderful years, here in the Larchmont environs. With the ever-changing landscape of our neighborhood, it’s nice to know some things are constant like El Coyote Mexican Cafe, an institution since 1931. In my two decades as an Angeleno, I’ve been there for countless first dates, family occasions, birthdays, break-ups and make-ups, business dinners and film shoots. The fare has evolved to include a diverse range of delicacies while still keeping many of the tried-andtrue favorites. The margarita menu reflects the change, too, with scads of flavors and tequilas from which to choose. If you haven’t been for a while, let Margie, Billy, Isabel, Marisol, Fran, Donna and Paqui spoil you. Chances are, you’ll see me there, too. *** When you decide you need to work off all those chips and guacamole, maybe you should sign up for a local charity run.

people of all fitness levels. Next up for the holidays will be the “Christmas Run” in Santa Monica and the “Say No to Drugs Holiday Classic” in Universal City. When I’m lucky, I can convince my friend and neighbor, Tom Jackman, to come along...he’s one of LA’s 234 distinguished “Legacy Runners,” having completed every L.A. Marathon since they started in 1986. Next March will be a quarter-century for them. That’s a lotta miles! *** In other “Jackman” news: mega-watt star power at the wedding of my friends, Chris and Louise Dunn. Chris has run the valet parking operation at the Beverly Hills Hotel for more than 30 years without so much as a ding or a scratch. The fun-filled nuptials were orchestrated just as efficiently. It was great to see their celebrity pals Hugh Jackman, Jodie Foster and Danny Nucci enjoying themselves as much as the other 137 guests. I do admit to being intimidated when called upon to sing a few songs for the newlyweds, even if I was backed up by Mitch Kaplan’s phenomenal big band. How can you not be nervous warbling for the ultimate song and dance man, Jackman!? Another pomegranate martini, please! Brookside resident Nelson Aspen is an international entertainment and lifestyles correspondent and author.

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EntErtainmEnt Authors, clergy on the calendar at ALOUD series “Sacred Activism: Putting Spiritual Knowledge into Action” is the topic of a discussion by Andrew Harvey and Rev. Ed Bacon at the Tues., Dec. 7 meeting of ALOUD, Central Library, 530 W. Fifth St.

A sing-along is slated on Wed., Dec. 15 when Daniel Brummel and Jessica Catron lead “Interfaith Sing Aloud.” On Tues, Jan. 11 Susan Stamberg and Geneva Overholser will cover “NPR

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Sing to 'Messiah’ at Disney Hall Los Angeles Master Chorale’s Messiah two-night Sing-Along celebrates the 30th season of the holiday tradition. Chorale music director Grant Gershon will conduct two performances of Handel’s masterpiece at Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Ave., on Sundays Dec. 5 and 19 beginning at 7 p.m. Scores will be available for sale at the door. Tickets, from $19 to $79, can be purchased by calling 213-972-7282 or at www.lamc. org.

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Runaway train, justice and politicians take star turns Unstoppable (10/10): Highlighted by astounding action scenes without even one second of CGI (Computer Generated Imagery) and mindblowing audio by Bill Kaplan, Tony Scott directs Denzell Washington and Chris Pine in brilliant performances in a tense, exciting story about a runaway train in Pennsylvania based on fact. The Next Three Days (10/10): Written and directed by multiple Oscar-winner Paul Haggis, this is the same qual-

ity as “Unstoppable,” aided immeasurably by Danny Elfman’s score which keeps the tension mounting throughout. Based on the French thriller “Pour Elle,” Russell Crowe gives his usual stellar performance, and once again Elizabeth Banks shines, even though most of the movie is about Crowe’s efforts to spring her, his wife, from an unjust life term in prison. She is a better actress than she is beautiful, and that’s saying a lot. Morning Glory (9/10):

Rachel McAdams takes firm hold of her place on the A List with a sparkling performance in this romantic comedy brilliantly directed by Brit Roger Michell. She is aided by comedic performances by curmudgeonly Harrison Ford and feisty Diane Keaton, the best performance Keaton has given since “The Godfather” saga. Client 9: The Rise and Fall of Eliot Spitzer (8/10): Just because you are paranoid doesn’t mean that there isn’t someone out to get you. So just because

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based on fact with fine performances by Watts and Penn (although Sean still can’t cry tears on cue). Despite the bias, knowing how dirty politics and politicians can be, it wouldn’t surprise me if it were close to the truth. Due Date (3/10): This distasteful film directed by Todd Philips contains smart performances by Robert Downey, Jr. and Zach Galifianakis, but goes over the edge that Philips’ hit “The Hangover” fortunately avoided. The scenes created by Philips and Alan R. Cohen and Alan Freedland and Adam Sztykiel and Todd Philips (too many writing credits, never a good sign) defy credibility. With one absurdly contrived scene after another, one eventually just rolls his eyes and hopes for a quick ending. Philips throws in scenes of vomit and masturbation that constitute pleas for laughs based on shock value rather than talent. Read full reviews at tonymedley.com

Strauss Symphony recreates Viennese New Year’s at Disney A Viennese-style New Year’s Eve celebration will be staged by the Strauss Symphony of America when its “Salute to Vienna” comes to the Walt Disney Concert Hall on Sun., Jan. 2 at 2:30 p.m. Operetta selections and performances by the Vienna City Ballet will be featured. Tickets are $42; call the box office at 213-365-3500.

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Seasonal music and decorations as well as a variety of activities for children will highlight the holiday season at the Farmers market, Third St. and Fairfax Ave. The festivities kick-off with a Holiday Karaoke evening featuring a sing-off contest, dance lessons and seasonal brews at EB’s Beer & Wine on Fri., Dec. 17. The Radio Disney Road Crew will provide arts and crafts, games and music for youngsters on Sat., Dec. 18 from noon to 2 p.m. B i r d i e ’ s Playhouse Holiday Show takes place on Sun., Dec. 19 at 12:30 and 2 p.m. Kids can create reindeer puppets with Art 2 Go from noon to 3 p.m. Jumpin Joz brings holiday jazz and swing to the stage from 5 to 7 p.m. A Holiday Stocking Decorating workshop is on Mon., Dec. 20 from noon to 3 p.m.. The Wonderelle’s Rockin’ Christmas Revue entertains at 1 and 2 p.m. The line-up on Tues., Dec. 21 includes Storytime Fun Land: “Searching For Santa” at noon and 1:15 p.m., with Einstein Brown’s Calypso Christmas Quartet playing from 3 to 5 p.m. and A Doo Wop Christmas strolling the Market from 7 to 9 p.m. The Goode Time Carolers will stroll the aisles both days from noon to 3 p.m. On Wed., Dec. 22, Vocal Variations performs from 3 to 5 p.m.; Mike Mann & His cowboy So Ho Ho ul takes the stage from 7 to 9 p.m. Enjoy “The Comedy Antics of Santa’s Elf Mickey O” on Thurs., Dec. 23 at 12:30 and 2 p.m. Susie Hansen brings Holiday Latin Jazz from 7 to 9. The Yuletide Carolers will wind through the stalls from noon to 3 p.m. both days. Christmas Mariachi strolls the Market on Christmas Eve, Fri., Dec. 24 from noon to 3 p.m. For more information, call 323-933-9211.

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Marlborough seventh grader and Windsor Square resident Olivia Holabird will dance the part of Gretel as well as the party girl and soldier in the Los Angeles Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker.” It is among a variety of ballet companies as well as a chorus that will perform the holiday classic in December. Los angeles Ballet The Los Angeles Ballet will perform on Sat., Dec. 4 at 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 5 at 2 p.m. at the Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Ave. in Glendale. Shows at UCLA are on Sat., Dec. 18 at 2 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 19 at 1 and 5 p.m. Additional shows are on Fri., Dec. 24 at 2 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 26 at 1 and 5 p.m. at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd. For tickets, go to losangelesballet.org. City Ballet of Los angeles The City Ballet of Los Angeles will dance “The Nutcracker Swings” on Fri., Dec. 3 at 8 p.m. and Sat., Dec. 4 at 1 and 8 p.m. at the Nate Holden performing Arts Center, 4718 W. Washington Blvd. For tickets, go to cityballetofla.org. Westside Ballet Company Watch the Westside Ballet Company’s performance on Saturdays, Dec. 4 and 11 at 2 and 7 p.m., and Sundays, Dec. 5 and 12 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the historic Wadsworth Theatre, 11301 Wilshire Blvd., Brentwood. Purchase tickets through ticketmaster.com. marat Daukayev Ballet The Marat Daukayev Ballet Theatre will perform on Sat., Dec. 11 at 2 and 7 p.m,. and Sun., Dec. 12 at noon and 4 p.m. at the Aratani/Japan America Theatre, 244 S. San Pedro St., downtown. Call 213-680-3700 for tickets. 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 Sun., Dec. 12 at 1 and 6:30 p.m. at the Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Ave. in Glendale. Call 818-243-7700, ext. 216 for tickets. Gay men’s Chorus The Gay Men’s Chorus of L.A. blends Tchaikovsky with familiar holiday songs on Sun., 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 Wed., Dec. 22 and Thurs., Dec. 23 at 7:30 p.m. For tickets call 877-852-3177 or go to ticketmaster.com.

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The senior pastor recently hired by First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood, 1760 N. Gower Ave., looks forward to serving a multicultural community. Dan Baumgartner, who joined the church in November, comes from Bethany Presbyterian Church in his native Seattle, where he has been senior pastor for the last 11 years. "This is a new chapter for Hollywood Presbyterian, and for my wife and I, " said Baumgartner. “Hollywood is a meeting place for many cultures. “I want First Presbyterian of Hollywood to be known as a place where Jesus Christ is authentically worshipped, loved and followed. It is my prayer that in worship here at the church, and in ministry in surrounding neighborhoods— there will be a palpable sense of God’s presence.” Before entering the ministry in 1996 to be associate pastor at Knox Presbyterian Church in Minneapolis, he was director of purchasing and mar-

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keting with CARQUEST Auto Parts. A graduate of the University of Washington where he earned a degree in business and finance. Baumgartner also has a master of divinity degree from Princeton Theological Seminary. He and Anne, his wife of 28 years, have two sons and one daughter. Baumgartner enjoys running marathons, biking, hiking and playing golf.

Workshops’ goal is to forge mutual respect A series of workshops exploring respective faith traditions contributions to a larger religious experience in America recently featured talks by three religious leaders. “Love, Compassion and the Art of Forgiveness” is the theme of the interfaith workshops curated by Dr. R. Scott Colglazier, senior minister of First Congregational Church of Los Angeles. Speakers at the November event were Dr. Colglazier, Rabbi Joshua Levine Grater of the Pasadena Jewish Temple & Center and Imam Jihad Turk of the Islamic Center of Southern California. “The new opportunity being presented to us in the 21st century is to forge common understanding and mutual respect, especially in the arena of religion. The peoples of the earth will never find peace until the religions of the world find a way to understand one another better,” Colglazier said. The next event, on The Forgiveness Project, will be held Sun, Jan. 30.

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Religious news Master Chorale sings ‘Home’ for holidays Glenn Carlos conducts the Metropolitan Master Chorale, in a holiday concert, “Home,” on Sun., Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. at the Hollywood United Methodist Church, 6817 Franklin Ave. He has also conducted the Ebell Women’s Chorale and Hollywood Master Chorale, whose members of the Metropolitan Master

Chorale include Larchmont/ Hancock Park area residents Lynn Chen, Abe Forman-Greenwald, Beth Manning, Nancy Reinisch and Catherine Schuster. A pre-concert discussion begins at 6:15 p.m. Tickets are $20. For more information call 323-342-2263 or go to www.metrosings.org.

December 2010 Advent & ChristmAs At st. BrendAn Advent PenAnce Service Tuesday, December 7 at 7:00 p.m. Solemnity of the immAculAte concePtion Wednesday, December 8 Feast Day Mass, at 6:30 & 8:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. SAcrAment of reconciliAtion for chriStmAS Monday, December 20 • 11-12 noon, 4-5 p.m. Tuesday, December 21 • 11-12 noon, 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, December 22 • 11-12 noon, 4-5 p.m.

Ring in the season at the 17th annual Holiday Concert and Sing-Along “Oh What Fun” on Sat., Dec. 4 at 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. at Wilshire United Methodist Church, 4350 Wilshire Blvd. The audience will join in as the Angel City Chorale sings Christmas and Hanukkah favorites in a blend of styles from classic to R&B. Advance tickets—$25 for adults, $22 for seniors age 60 and over and $17 for children ages five to 12—can be purchased by calling 310-943-9231 or online at www.angelcitychorale.org. They can also be bought at the door for an additional $5 each. The concert will be immediately followed by a dessert reception.

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Music, dance at Holiday Celebration Hear Columbian folk music, see hula dances and enjoy holiday songs at the free annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion at The Music Center on Fri., Dec. 24 from 3 to 6 p.m. Groups representing L.A. neighborhoods and cultures will perform, including the Albert McNeil Jubilee singers, hip-hop dancing by Antics

Performance, contemporary gospel sounds by Christian’s Community Center Cathedral Choir, barbershop-style holiday classics from the Santa Monica Chorus, and Dixielandstyle tap dancing. Wristbands available starting at 11:30 a.m.; doors open at 2:30 p.m. Parking is free in the Music Center garage. Call 213-972-3099 for more information.

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Poetry, clutter workshops at Westside OASIS Hear poetry, get health screenings or tips on clearing clutter at the Westside OASIS located on the third floor of Celebrity Staged Play Reading New York Water by Sam Bobick Macy's, 10730 W. Pico Blvd. You'll receive results in minstarring Ross Benjamin and Alet Taylor • SUNDAY, DECEMBER 12TH z 2 PM utes of stroke and blood pres• Tickets: at 323.556.5225 or at the door sure screenings on Thurs., Dec. 9 from 10:30 a.m. to Segev & Sara’s “Super Duper Arts Camp” 12:30 p.m. • WINTER SESSION: DECEMBER 20TH — JANUARY 7TH Hear students of the OASIS • For information visit: www.SuperDuperArtsCamp.com poetry workshop present Fourth Annual Chanukah Swing Dance A Sophisticated Senior Bash! THE MILLION DOLLAR THEATRE was built in 1918 for theatre their writings on Tues., Dec. 14 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 • SUNDAY, DECEMBER 19TH z 2:30 — 5:30 PM impresario Sid Grauman. p.m. They attended a six-week • Reservation: 323.556.5231 workshop at which they read Battle of the Bands z A Musical Night for All Teens! and discussed the poems of • SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4TH W.S. Merwin, recently named • Infomation: 323.556.5203 the 17th Poet Laureate of the Premier of new Shalom Sesame Herald the holidays with Clifton’s Brookdale Cafeteria, U.S., then wrote their own. Chanukah: The Missing Menorah a screening of the classic 648 S. Broadway—a downOrganizational expert Court• SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5TH z 11:00 AM “Scrooge” at the historic town classic since 1935—and ney Johnson will share tips on • Information: 323.556.5211 Million Dollar Theatre on receive a 10 percent discount. how to clear out the clutter WESTSIDE JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER For tickets and more infor- and get organized for the New 5870 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90036 Sun., Dec. 5 at 2 p.m. 323.938.2531 z info@WestsideJCC.org z www.WestsideJCC.org mation visit www.laconserThe 1970 film starring Albert Year on Tues., Dec. 14 from 1 HH_Larchmont_ChanukahAd_10.pdf 1 11/23/10 10:01 AM vancy.org. Finney and Alec Guinness feato 2 p.m. tures song, dance and holiday cheer, not to mention ghosts, Tiny Tim and Victorian London. Set in the Broadway Historic Theatre District, the Million Dollar theatre, 307 S. Broadway, was one of the first movie palaces constructed in the U.S. It was built in 1918 for entrepreneur and theatre impresario Sid Grauman, who was later responsible for the Egyptian and Chinese theaters. The ornate Spanish Baroque interior was designed by William Woollett, and originally seated 2,300 people. The building housing the theater was designed by Albert C. Join Congregation Kol Ami to celebrate Chanukah Martin, with ornate terra-cotand the lighting of Hollywood’s giant Ice Menorah ta sculptures by Jo Mora. Tickets are $10 for adults; Interactive children’s arts and crafts $5 for children 12 and under. Show your film ticket at

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At libraries (Continued from page 33) on Saturdays from noon to 12:45 p.m. WILSHIRE LIBRARY 149 N. St. Andrews Place 323-957-4550 Canadian Eskimo Art Projects: Artist Margo Gravelle teaches kids 6 and up how to make Canadian Eskimo Art on Tues., Dec. 14 at 4 p.m. Supplies provided, but space is limited. Call for information and to sign up. Storytime: Kids ages 3 to 5 can bring their parents and grandparents to listen to stories and sing songs on Wed., Dec. 1, 15 and 29 from 10:30 to 11 a.m. No sign-up necessary. Teen Council Meeting: Meet to discuss dvds, cds, graphic novels and great books on Thurs., Dec. 16 from 4 to 5 p.m.

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By George Glaviano 11th Grade We have exciting guest speakers coming up, such as Oscarnominated documentary filmmaker Bill Siegel on Dec. 9 and poet Jennifer Kwon Dobbs on Jan. 9 as part of our Faculty Fellows program. Dr. Peter Temes, our head of school, launched an essay discussion group this month. A new program called LAYLA (Los Angeles Youth Leadership Alliance) was formed by one of our former teachers, Michael Wagner, who mentors juniors and seniors about college so they can mentor kids in middle school. The soccer team and girl’s basketball team started practicing right after the volleyball and cross-country season ended. Our boy’s basketball team lost only one game in the fall basketball season. Kids were not only excited to donate canned food for our food drive, they also wanted to bring in the most items to win a pizza party for their first period class.

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yet. Tickets will start selling on the Dec. 6 for $17 per ticket. There will be class parties to celebrate the end of the year and to kickoff the beginning of our winter break. Our winter recess begins on Dec. 20, and instruction resumes Jan. 3. Have a wonderful holiday season.

We collected canned goods and other fixings for a Thanksgiving meal for CHPHP (Children Helping Poor and Homeless Peoples), an organization founded by a former EHS parent. We learned job skills during the drive, such as sorting and counting items, bagging and transporting them. Students also collected gently used stuffed animals to donate to the Bear Hug Project. Our annual Celebration of Books began this year with a Reader’s Theater made up of 10 talented students. Our theme was “Going Wild for Books.” Students track the numbers of books they read for two months; the goal is to get everybody reading! Author/ poet Hope Anita Smith visited for a second year in a row. The 5th grade recently returned from an amazing three-day trip to Catalina Island. Students went snorkeling, kayaking, eco-hiking and night hiking. They also learned about gardening and composting, and made a special snack from Catalina’s natural garden. C

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By Katie Brunner 11th Grade This month the holiday season was among us, despite the belated summer weather. Returning from a relaxing and well-earned Thanksgiving break, we anticipated the wonderful week of finals that we look forward to all semester. Let the fun begin! The Kind Campaign visited Marymount to speak about one of the biggest problems high schoolers suffer from: bullying. Lauren Parsekian and Molly Stroud, the founders of this brilliant movement, shared their personal stories

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TEMPLE ISRAEL OF HOLLYWOOD By 6th Grade P.R. Committee Our school possesses a small plot of land in Wattles Garden, which is being visited every week. Last year the 6th grade was able to cultivate all kinds of produce that included strawberries and tomatoes. The 6th graders thoroughly enjoy monitoring the condition of the garden, and they are eager to plant crops. In science we are studying flight science and are learning the properties of air resistance. In Judaic studies we discussed why there is a time for everything good and bad. These concepts sparked controversy and deeply philosophical debates in the 6th grade. Our Community Service Committee had a bake sale at the Larchmont Fair and sold goods for Jewish World Watch at our Hanukah Bazaar. We also had a Multicultural Day and a visiting delegation of friends from our sister school in Tel Aviv. In December we will be visited by students from Israel, and in the spring our 6th grade class will visit Israel.

CATHEDRAL CHAPEL By Lainie Lim 8th Grade November was an eventful month. The 8th graders learned about Shakespearean plays at Santa Monica Playhouse. The students of CCS competed in a series of Spelling Bees that were split into three parts: K–2, Gr. 3–5 and Gr. 6–8. The 1st graders also went on a field trip to LACMA. Last month we also worked hard to collect canned food items for Hope Net Food Pantry at Blessed Sacrament Church and Food Bank at Cathedral Chapel of St. Vibiana Church. There is great need this year due to the economy, and CCS has worked hard to make a difference for those who need help during the holiday season. The school gathered for a special Thanksgiving Mass and participated in a Thanksgiving school family activity counting the many blessings bestowed on the members of our school community.

By Laura Eversz Venice High School welcomed new coordinator Brendan Schallert to head its foreign language/international magnet program this fall. Schallert, a Loyola High School graduate who lives on St. Andrews Place with his wife Allison and their two

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school news CHRIST THE KING By Esther Kang 8th Grade We had a great Halloween Festival with games and fun activities for all the students, and also had our first All Saints Day parade, when students dressed as saints. Prizes were awarded for the most creative, most original and most inspirational costumes in each class. Our junior high students joined thousands of other students for the Holy Childhood Mass, which was celebrated by Archbishop Roger Mahony, in Our Lady of the Angels Cathedral. Our Autumn Eve dinner dance and fundraising event held at the Wilshire Country Club was a great success. Our kindergarten class had a wonderful field trip when they

CENTER FOR EARLY EDUCATION By Elena DeBré 5th grade As the weather gets colder, the Center for Early Education warms up with the spirit of giving. Generous students, parents and grandparents bought everything from bestselling books to scented colored pen-

explored the Kidspace Museum. Our 1st and 2nd graders enjoyed their field trip to the Assistance League to see the play “Pinocchio,” performed by the Nine O’Clock players. All grades collected food items that were distributed to needy families for a Thanksgiving dinner. We all enjoyed the Thanksgiving break.

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cils at the Scholastic Book Fair. The proceeds help support CEE. Another yearly giving opportunity was the 4th grade’s Bookends Book Drive for the organization that guides students through the process of donating books to a less fortunate school, and opening the door to new adventures through literature. By Thanksgiving time, giving was second nature as we collected canned food for the yearly Food Drive. CEE’s Community Service representatives from each grade delivered the collected food to the Blind Children’s Center. We have been learning and perfecting songs about the holidays from around the globe. All the kids are excited to share the gift of our music and knowledge about the holiday season at the traditional CEE Winter Sing, which is right before winter break.

JOHN BURROUGHS By Christopher Escobar 8th grade Fall is here and many new things are unfolding at Burroughs. The 8th grade students can’t wait for the annual Green and Gold football game in December. Seventh graders gained a great experience last month, as LACMA was generous enough to come with the Maya Mobile and teach students about the Mayans and Islamic art. They learned about the history and made clay sculptures or painting tiles. LACMA then provided these

Toddlers can visit, eat with Santa Cathedral Chapel School invites preschoolers and their parents to “Breakfast with Santa” on Mon., Dec. 6 from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. in the auditorium of Cathedral Chapel School, 755 S. Cochran Ave. Guests will be treated to a continental breakfast and Christmas carols sung by students. Youngsters can also have their photo taken with Santa. To RSVP, call Karen Hall at 323-938-9976.

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By Rebecca Muhlheim 6th Grade Our annual Halloween carnival was a blast. Students got to do Jacko-lantern limbo, the eyeball toss, cat in the hat, and the middle-schoolers got to do some creepy science: dissecting lamb hearts! The Halloween parade was held outside on our new field for the first time. The sun made the costumes glisten and shine while the primary and elementary students paraded and strutted. November was the month of giving and thanks, and also a time for

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At History Museum Junior scientists ages 6-to9 will get an up-close look at highlights from the Natural History Museum's collection on Sat., Dec. 4 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Live animals, story times, songs and art activities are geared to 3-to-5 year olds at Critter Club on Sat., Dec. 11 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. 900 Exposition Blvd., 213-763-3580, nhm.org

By Chasia Jeffries 6th Grade For the 3rd grade Living Gallery, the students chose a person to do a biography report on. They created marvelous frames with information about the person, and then prepared an oral report. They dressed

LOYOLA By Michael Sapunor 10th Grade The Loyola student body is experiencing a steady stream of activities now that they have adjusted back into the rhythm of school. In early November, the Hannon Theater Company, Loyola’s official theater troupe, kicked off their fall play “Under the Lamplight.” Several students also traveled to Washington, D.C. to lobby on behalf of immigration reform. Loyola students attended assemblies where guests spoke of the devastating effects of their personal experiences involving drug and alcohol abuse. Loyola’s fall sports teams have wrapped up their league seasons. The water polo team won the Mission League Championship and began sectional playoffs with a win. The cross country team also won the Mission League. Our school newspaper, The Loyalist, recently won the International First Place Award for superior achievement in all aspects of newspaper production. The paper is directed by Mary Arney, a neighborhood resident and Chair of Loyola’s English department.

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New Roads Elementary School 2000 Stoner Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90025 9:00 AM Wednesday, January 12, 2011 Middle/High School - The Herb Alpert Campus 3131 Olympic Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90404 2:00 PM Sunday, December 12, 2010 Sunday, January 9, 2011 RSVP to Admissions (310) 828-5582 or e-mail: admissions@newroads.org

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By Jasmin Kim 12th Grade December brings lastminute studying, Secret Santa gifts, and our Advent Holiday service. Embracing our roles as women of great heart and right conscience, members of Immaculate Heart’s campus ministry club, Heart to Heart, and the Scio Society will hold a drive for the less fortunate. December is also the time when Immaculate Heart welcomes prospective students and their parents to our campus to learn more about our academic programs and to tour our beautiful facilities. The High School Open House will take place on Sun., Dec. 5, at 1 p.m. The Middle School Open House will be held one week later on Sun., Dec. 12, also at 1 p.m. During our final days of the 2010 year, students and parents will enjoy our annual Christmas concert featuring the voices of students in choir classes and the dances performed by our modern dance students. At our traditional Winter Formal students will dance with friends and their dates, in hopes of welcoming a bright new year.

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By Sydney Gough 5th Grade Ever since auditions were first mentioned, people couldn’t stop talking about the 4-6 grade Talent Show! Everyone immediately got together and started practicing at lunch, recess, and even out of school. Speaking of shows, the 2nd grade is putting on the Harvest Festival. They started the year studying about immigration. They learned about harvests around the world similar to Thanksgiving. Then, they researched about where their ancestors came from and wrote a report about it. The music teacher helped them put together songs, dances, and little Thanksgiving skits. For the show, the students dressed up like their ancestors. A huge feast followed the performance for the students and teachers. As the first trimester comes to an end, so does the first sports season. As the basketball, football, and swim team are wrapping up, the upper school is getting ready for another successful season!

By Ariel Amsellem 8th Grade This past month at Y e s h i v a t Yavneh, we experienced many exhilarating activities. Yavneh’s first basketball game of the season was Oct. 13. Although the team lost to Hillel Hebrew Academy, everyone enjoyed the game. In October we also grinned for picture day. Everyone looked snappy and smiled cheerfully. The early childhood section of the school played with a petting zoo in November. All the preschoolers jumped in excitement, even if the animals looked a bit scary and did not smell too fine. The 8th grade started off on the right foot concerning their senior Israel trip fund. They began selling pizza, pickles, ice cream, bread, and flowers. The seniors also helped with the environment by collecting cans and cashing them in to raise funds for the senior trip. All in all Yavneh students relished an exciting past month.

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Parents shopped at boutiques and students played games and made handmade crafts to give away for Christmas. As SBS is all about giving, grades 5-8 are planning our Adopt-a-Family fundraisers. We raise money to buy a less fortunate family some basic necessities and extras for Christmas. In addition, we are also looking forward to the Toy Drive. Students bring in a new toy to school for the children at the Alexandria House. Once all the toys are collected, we host a Wrapping Party. As we enjoy our Christmas vacation, we know our school has done something special for others.

By Paula Mendoza 8th Grade As the days are shorter, and nights are becoming cooler, we are preparing for the holidays. We’re excited about all the activities, including the annual Christmas program. Every student in our school will sing and dance to Christmas hymns and jingles for our family and friends. Another one of our fun school activities was the Christmas Fair.

New soccer field opens at Laurence Laurence School, a private elementary school recently celebrated the opening of Lightning Field, its new sustainable, soccer field. Its 300 students commemorated the expansion, which brings the school’s campus at 13639 Victory Blvd. in Valley Glen to a total of four acres, with an Olympic-style entrance onto the field. This fall, Laurence added bus service from Larchmont Village and Los Feliz to accommodate the growing number of families from the area who attend the school. A state-of-the-art computer lab, science lab, indoor gymnasium and performing arts center, as well as new classrooms were added in 2005.

Turning Point School has Expanded! Our brand new, state of the art expanded facility includes a 400-seat theater, music and art studios, playing field, multi-media center, and outdoor environmental classroom.

Middle School Open House for prospective students and their parents

Thursday, January 28, 2011

Email info@turningpointschool.org or call (310) 841-2505 Enrollment opportunities for the 2011-2012 school year include:

Primary (Early Childhood Program) and K-1 (Kindergarten and First Grade Signature Program) DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: DECEMBER 15, 2010 Elementary (Grades 2-5) and Middle School (Grades 6-8) DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: JANUARY 28, 2011

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open house Learn about Westridge and experience the community at Open House! Tour the new LEED-certified Upper School Science Building, a learning environment that provokes involvement, imagination, and inventiveness where girls have the opportunity to do science, not just study it. To RSVP or for questions about Open House, please contact the Admissions Office, 626.799.1053, ext. 256, admissions@westridge.org or visit www.westridge.org.

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Summer Opportunities Fair Join families and students from Pasadena and surrounding communities in search of summer activities for every budget! Over 100 local, national, and international camps, programs, and activities for students between the ages of 5 and 18 will be represented. admission is free! art • outdoor adventure • sports • theater • travel • tutoring Enjoy the fair’s festive food, activities, and family fun! sof@westridge.org • 626.799.1053, ext. 297 • www.westridge.org/sof

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Please attend our gigantic parking lot book sale to support scholarships at Pacific Hills School, the most diverse college-prep independent school in Los Angeles.

Rare Rolling Stones Photos at the corner of Sunset and Holloway in West Hollywood. A powerful show focused on collectible photography from the 1960’s. Rare, limited-edition prints by Philip Townsend (Early Photos of the Rolling Stones – 1963) and Frank Habitch (social change on the streets of Paris and London).

December 20, 21 and 22

Thousands and thousands of books rare and collectible, new and used, cloth and paperback Many for $1 and $2 each PERFORMANCE STAGE

THREE DAYS ONLY!

On the campus of Pacific Hills School in West Hollywood

Gallery Opening Monday December 20th 5:00 pm

Auction

Monday & Tuesday December 20 & 21 10 am - 9 pm

Final Showing

Wednesday December 22 10 am - 6 pm

Tuesday December 21st 7:00 pm Wednesday December 22nd 2:00 – 8:00 pm

FREE SPEAKER SERIES

Exciting, thought-provoking, sometimes controversial, always insightful and balanced...

THE ART OF ASKING QUESTIONS

Bill Siegel Thurs., Dec. 9th 6:30 pm

Educator and Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker Bill Siegel will be leading a discussion at Pacific Hills School on Thursday, December 9th at 6:30 pm, about the Art of Asking Questions. Drawing from his 15 years traveling the country as a teacher-trainer for the Great Books Foundation, where Mr. Siegel is Vice President for School Programs, as well as his years writing and directing documentary films including The Weather Underground (Co-Producer and Co-Director), Hoop Dreams (Researcher), and Muhammad Ali: The Whole Story (Researcher and Writer), Bill will share insights about the ways great teachers inspire students by asking the right questions at the right moments, and the ways questioning and listening strategies can change the way we understand the world.

Jennifer Kwon Dobbs Sun., Jan. 9th 4:30 pm reading 6:00 pm panel

IMMIGRATION AND STUDENT SUCCESS

Jennifer Kwon Dobbs will be reading from her poetry at Pacific Hills School on Sunday, January 9, 2011. A poet, librettist, teacher, and critic, Professor Kwon Dobbs was born in Won Ju Si, South Korea. Paper Pavilion (White Pine Press 2007) is her debut poetry collection. Her poems have appeared widely in anthologies, film, journals and on radio. A professor of creative writing at St. Olaf College in Minneapolis, and a former Angelino, Kwon founded a community outreach program for low income students in Los Angeles that continues to make a positive difference in many lives. Following the poetry reading, Professor Kwon Dobbs, along with PHS Head of School Peter Temes, will lead a panel discussion on Immigration and Student Success, exploring the ways that parents new to the U.S. can support their children’s success in competitive schools.

A light dinner will be served. Please RSVP to attend these free events at (310) 276-3068, ext. 113, or awagner@phschool.org.

OPEN HOUSE for prospective students Saturday, January 8th 1:00 pm

8628 Holloway Drive, West Hollywood, CA 90069 (310) 276-3068 www.phschool.org

OPEN HOUSE Please call Lynne to RSVP at (310) 276-3068, ext 112

Pacific Hills School delivers superior academics, personal attention and a family-like atmosphere for students in grades 6 -12.

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Music is played on traditional instruments at the Korean Cultural Center.

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ENCHANTING ENGLISH TUDOR REVIVAL $4,000,000

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Hancock Park. 2 sty entry. 6bds, 4 bas up. Lighted tennis court, 6-car gar, pool & gsthse w/kit & 2 bas. Betsy Malloy 323.806.0203

Hancock Park. Fab Med on huge corner lot. 5 beds/4 baths/2 powders + pool & gst house. Amazing details! Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626

Hancock Park. 6Bd/5Bas, winding staircase, frml DR & step dn LR w/ fpl. Pool & spa. Exceptional lrg lot. Loveland Carr Properties 323.460.7606

Hancock Park. 5/5.5. Gourmet kitchen/family/breakfast rooms open to yard, pool, guest house & pavillion. Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626

OLD WORLD DETAILS & CHARM $3,399,000

ONE OF WINDSOR SQ’S FINEST! $2,999,000

A VERY SPECIAL PROPERTY! $1,995,000

GORGEOUS MEDITERRANEAN $1,675,000

Hancock Park. Stunning modern Mediterranean, 5bd, 4.5bth, state of the art kit, fam rm, gardens & pool. Diana Knox 323.640.5473

Hancock Park. Designed by H J Knauer, this home exemplifies the Renaissance Revival style to the T. D Knox/B LaViolette 323.640.5473

Hancock Park. Remodeled English Cottage on the 12th Fairway of Wilshire Country Club.Near LA Tennis Clb. Linda Hadley/ James Hutchison 323.460.7601

Hancock Park. Great Brookside location. Grmt kitchen w/brkfst & media areas open to huge yard. 4+3. Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626

A MUST SEE $1,499,999

INCREDIBLE MEDITERRANEAN DUPLEX $1,250,000

FOR SALE & FOR LEASE $949,000

CHARACTER 1920’S TUDOR $949,000

Hancock Park. Windsor Square blocks from Larchmont Village. 3bed + 2baths up. 1bed + 1.5baths down. Loveland Carr Properties 323.460.7606

Hancock Park. Beautifully situated on Mansfield Ave - two 2bds/1ba unit w/bonus studio. Landcape & deck. Diana Knox 323.640.5473

Miracle Mile. Remodeled Cape Cod! 4+2 down, master, w/bath up. Gourmet kitchen. Also lease 4500/mon. Cecille Cohen 213.810.9949

Hollywood Hills East. 4/3 restored home w/orig fpl, hdwd flrs, update kit & lrg grassy yard. Lease at $5500/mon. Rick Llanos 323.460.7617

REMODELED DUPLEX $899,000

1ST TIME ON MARKET IN 50 YRS $879,000

DON’T FORGET YOUR TOOTHBRUSH $765,000

LARGE BACKYARD $649,900

Miracle Mile. Charming Spanish Duplex on apx 7700 sf lot. 2+1 each unit. Office off garage. Central air. Cecille Cohen 213.810.9949

Hancock Park. Unique Spanish w/custom features, 4+2.5. LR w/fpl, 2sty DR. stain glass windows. Probate. Mollie McGinty 323.460.7636

Miracle Mile. Spacious, 3 bed condo w/ beautiful wood floors, granite counters thruout. Price reduced. Cary Libowsky 323.336.7711

Hancock Park. Remodeled Country English located in Hancock Park adjacent area on a lovely street. Vivian Kim 213.327.7621

©2009 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker®, Previews®, and Coldwell Banker Previews International® are registered trademarks licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned And Operated By NRT LLC. Broker does not guarantee the accuracy of square footage, lot size or other information concerning the condition or features of property provided by seller or obtained from public records or other sources, and the buyer is advised to independently verify the accuracy of that information through personal inspection and with appropriate professionals.

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Home of oil baron Doheny open for tours Dec.18 The Doheny Mansion at Mount St. Mary’s College, former estate of early-1900s oil baron Edward L. Doheny, is open for tours on Sat., Dec. 18, at 9:45, 10:30 and 11:15 a.m. at 8 Chester Place.  Home to the Doheny family for nearly 60 years, the mansion was designed by Theodore Augustus Eisen and Sumner P. Hunt in 1898. Doheny and his wife, Carrie Estelle Doheny, frequently remodeled the mansion.

Public tours cost $25 a person. and include the first floor of the mansion. Call 213-4772962, or go to www.dohenymansion.org for tour information and other mansion news.   To learn more about the Dohenys, read the book “The Doheny Mansion: A Biography of a Home,” by mansion curator Mary Ann Bonino. All proceeds from book sales go toward mansion conservation. Visit www.dacamera.org.

Happy Holidays to all my friends, neighbors, clients and colleagues. Wishing you all the best and a Fantastic New year

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West Adams Historic Association’s 24th annual Holiday Historic Tour and Progressive Dinner is on Sat., Dec. 4 and Sun., Dec. 5. There is also a self-guided walking tour without dinner on Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. The homes in Harvard Heights include the manors of Westmoreland Blvd. that rose a century ago in one of the city’s most exclusive sections. Residents have included business leaders, real estate investors, descendants of California’s pioneer families and even a musical star or two. The grand manses feature

Carthay Square’s preservation movement got a jolt last month by way of a $7,850 grant from the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The monies will go towards Carthay Square Neighborhood Association’s Historic Preservation Ordinance Zone Committee, according to the group’s spokesman Marilouise Morgan. The area south of Wilshire and west of Fairfax includes Spanish Colonial haciendas, English country cottages and French Norman chateaux ar-

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original oak and mahoganypaneled formal rooms, grand reception halls and leaded glass details decked out in holiday glory. Shepherd-led tours, departing between 3 and 6:30 p.m. on Saturday and 3:30 through 5:45 p.m. on Sunday will take you course-by-course and house-by-house, from appetizers and champagne in the first house to soup, salad, a waiterserved main course, and dessert in subsequent houses. Cost is $60 for WAHA members; $85 for non-members. For reservations, call 323735-9242 or go to www.westadams heritage.org.

Historic steps taken in 1920s Carthay Square

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Arts writer speaks at holiday dinner Los Angeles City Historical Society will hear from an arts writer at its annual holiday dinner at the Pilgrim School Brown Family Fine Arts Center and the adjacent First Congregational Church of Los Angeles Tues., Dec. 14, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. The speaker is Suzanne Muchnic, a freelance journalist for the Los Angeles Times, the newspaper she served as arts editor for 31 years. Tickets are $45 per person; contact Diane Kanner at dlkanner@sbcglobal.net for more information.

chitectural style homes. Neighborhood volunteers are documenting the architectural and social history of the 1920s neighborhood. Carthay Square is the only one of three subdivisions in Carthay Center yet to be designated historic. An historical preservation firm will vet the volunteer findings and prepare maps and other documents for the city Planning Dept. The funds come from the L.A. County Preservation Funds.

Let a tree be a lasting holiday gift Through TreePeople’s “Tree Dedication” program, holiday shoppers can give a gift that will last for generations and benefit the environment, too. For each $25 donation, a tree will be planted in honor of those on holiday gift lists. A personalized card will be sent to the recipient announcing the gift. Multiple trees can be dedicated, or for $100, TreePeople will plant a grove of five trees and send an inscribed certificate to the recipient. Certificates can be framed with a recycled wood frame for an additional $30. For more information, call 818-753-8733.

Grier Musser hosts old-fashioned tour Stained-glass tells The Grier Musser Museum of Jesus' life celebrates a festive traditional Victorian holiday at the Christmas House Tour on Sun., Dec. 5 from 1 to 5 p.m. The 1898 turn-of-the-century house, restored to its past glory, will be decorated for the holidays. Guided tours begin at 1 and 3 p.m. at the museum at 403 S. Bonnie Brae; refreshments provided. Cost is $12 for adults; $6 for children. Free parking. For reservations or more information, call 213-413-1814.

“Light & Hope,” a stainedglass window display at Forest Lawn Museum, 1712 S. Glendale Ave. in Glendale, will be open through Mon., Feb. 7, 2011. 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. Free.

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Will Rogers' descendant to speak at Hollywod Heritage Will Rogers’ great-granddaughter, Jennifer Rogers Etcheverry, will discuss the legacy of her famous relative at the Hollywood Heritage Museum, 2100 N. Highland Ave., on Wed., Dec. 8, at 7:30 p.m. Will Rogers, who died in 1935 in a plane crash, was a cowboy humorist who starred in the Ziegfeld Follies on Broadway, wrote a syndicated newspaper column and became one of Hollywood’s biggest box-office stars. His great-granddaughter serves as the family spokesperson and media contact. She travels throughout the year to promote the legacy of Will Rogers, including riding in the Rose Parade with Sons and Daughters of the Reel West. Jennifer will be joined by Todd Vradenburg, executive director of the Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation and board president of the Will Rogers Ranch Foundation. The museum will host the first public screening of several documentaries produced for the Will Rogers DVD Collection. The first is entitled “Back to the Ranch” and features personal interviews with family members at the rededication of the Will Rogers

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General admission is $10 ($5 for Hollywood Heritage members) and free parking is

available. For additional information please visit: www.hollywoodheritage.org.

Eat, Love & Enjoy the Holidays

Thank you for your trust and confidence and another great year.

COWBOY HUMORIST Will Rogers is topic of a talk by his great granddaughter at the Hollywood Heritage Museum.

Ranch in Pacific Palisades. The second, “Jane Withers Remembers…” features stories from the child star who was befriended by Rogers when they were both making films at Fox Studios. In addition, Hollywood Heritage board member and film historian Stan Taffel will

May the new year bring health, peace and stability.

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NAUTICAL THEMED stained-glass motif is throughout the Leistikow House, built by architect Paul Williams in Hancock Park.

THIS ITALIAN RENAISSANCE Revival home was built in 1921 for Walter Petitfils,

Area homes, architecture, gardens are a classic in new book Lucile Mead Lamb was a young girl when her father hired a little-known architect to build her a dream home. The Lamb House, also called La Casa de las Campanas by architect Lester Scherer, features a bell tower and a ceiling made of timber largely unobtainable today. The 1927 Hancock Park home has become the standard by which great Spanish colonial homes are measured, according to the au-

thor of “Classic Homes of Los Angeles,” recently published by Rizzoli International Publications. L.A. was at the end of the continent, at the end of the line, and—at the tail of the 19th century—an exotic destination point. It was south of the West and a refreshing distance from the traditions of the east, D.J. Waldie writes in the book’s introduction. It was here that architectural styles, such as Craftsman and

Spanish colonial and Tuscan revivals took shape. Light, air, landscape and romance were the ingredients that made a classic Los Angeles home, says Waldie. Several examples of period revival homes and gardens include architectural details and history told by author Douglas Woods, a book dealer and private librarian. The books 240 color photographs by Melva Levickof were all taken in natural light.

Stunning examples among the 24 homes include the Doheny and Huntington mansions, the Arts & Crafts Gamble House in Pasadena and William Andrews Clark Memorial Library in West Adams. The Beaux-Arts library was once part of a block-size estate owned by the son of a Montana senator and heir to a copper fortune. Director Cecile B. DeMille and actor Danny Kaye are among celebrity former own-

ers. Thirteen are in Hancock Park and Windsor Square. One is in Miracle Mile. The Gless-Bullock House, built in 1916, was purchased by the founder of the famed Wilshire Blvd. department store for his daughter. The Craftsman-style home had been moved to its present location with horse-drawn flatbeds, a common practice of the day. (Please turn to page 5)

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Stained glass in the dining room is by Judson Studios, founded in downtown L.A. by the English-born artist and still in business today. The landscape was researched and designed by the late Sandy Kennedy. (She also reconstructed the gardens for the mayor’s mansion at Getty House in Windsor Square.) Architect Sumner Hunt built a home for Henry O’Melveny in 1909. A member of the first class of Los Angeles High School, his law firm sorted out land ownership dividing the Spanish ranchos, and he helped create the San Gabriel Water Project to bring hydroelectric power and support the city’s growth. His firm O’Melveny & Myers is one of the largest in the world today. The Adamson House was designed by architect Elmer Grey in 1922 for Merritt H. Adamson and his wife Rhoda, daughter of May Rindge. The widow owned Rancho Malibu and founded Malibu Potteries, whose handcrafted works decorate both houses. (The Malibu property is a National Historic Site and part of the Calif. State Parks.) Restoration architects of the estate include locals Mary Pickhardt and Bebe Johnson, who with Ellen Geerer revived the house to its “current picture-perfect state.” Modern touches include enlarging the kitchen and adjoining it to a family room. Former guest quarters above the garage now boast a screening room. Murals by Anthony Heinsbergen, whose works can also be seen at the Roosevelt and Beverly Wilshire hotels, City Hall and the Pantages theater chain are among highlights of the Petitfils-Boos House. Another home on the National Register of Historic Places, it was built for Walter Petitfils, who owned the candy store and restaurant named after him. The gardens at the 1921 Davis Estate have been accepted into the Smithsonian Institution Archives of American Gardens. Vintage pomegranates, myrtle hedges and old roses have been faithfully maintained. A sculpture by Robert Graham is in the garden of the home commissioned by Owen Churchill, who won gold in yachting in the 1932 L.A. Olympics. Inside the Mediterranean-style house, the eye is drawn overhead to Renaissance-inspired murals and elaborately carved painted wood ceilings. Survivor of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, Mary

DETAILED CEILINGS at the Churchill House. (Page one photo shows beamed ceiling and detailed stenciling in a new wing.)

Griffith spent $110,000 to build a Georgia-style fortress facing Wilshire Country Club. Much of the cost paid for the basement foundation of poured concrete. In hindsight

it was a good call, as the home has weathered several quakes throughout the years. The book sells for $55 and is available at Chevalier’s Books on Larchmont Blvd.

WOODCARVING and decorative painting are throughout the Petitfils-Boos House.

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WHO WAS WHO. The man and woman on the right side of the photograph at the Los Angeles Tennis Club in our November issue are, at right, actor Robert Montgomery and his wife Elizabeth Allen. We are grateful to David Todd of Beachwood Dr. who identified the couple.

Brockovich’s ‘Greenscam’ covered in Zager’s book Journalist Norma Zager turned her day job of investigating an environmental, media and Hollywood story into a book, “Erin Brockovich and the Beverly Hills Greenscam.” Brockovich’s battle against the city, schools and various oil companies began when Zager was editor of the weekly Beverly Hills Courier. Her subsequent reports won her honors and awards, including L.A. Journalist of the Year. In the 244-page book she writes “the Erin of legend”— the flamboyant legal assistant people are most acquainted with through her screen image played by Julia Roberts— could be a “greenscam” artist. The author reveals how Brockovich misdirected families and the media with unfounded allegations that an oil field near Beverly Hills High was the source of cancer-causing chemicals. In 2003, Brockovich and attorney Ed Masry sued the Beverly Hills Unified School District, alleging that some 300 cancer cases were linked to a cluster of oil wells on campus. A Superior Court judge granted summary judgment against the plaintiffs and Brockovich and Masry had to reimburse the school district $450,000 for its legal expenses. The book also offers guidelines to diffuse scare tactics and ensure environmental and public safety.

It was released by Pelican Publishing Co. in October and is available on Amazon.com.

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HGTV casting call

An open casting call for HGTV’s competition reality series "Design Star" will be held on Sun., Dec. 5, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Marriot Burbank Airport Hotel & Convention Center, 2500 Hollywood Way. Applicants should have extensive knowledge and a passion for design, energy and enthusiasm. For information, go to castingdesignstar.com.

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Hancock Park. Fab location & lot w/paddle tennis court. 5bds/5.5baths+GH. Gourmet kit. Fam rm. Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626

Hancock Park. 2-Sty home w/gourmet kit & fam rm. 4beds/2bths up. Also for lease $6850 a mon. Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626

Hancock Park. Inviting, sought after 4 beds up! Lrg LR w/fpl, FDR. Kit w/FR. Pool & lrg yard. Loveland Carr Properties 323.460.7606

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Hancock Park. 4/2.75, LR w/fpl, lrg kitch, FDR, hwd flrs, central air. Private enclosed yard. Cecille Cohen 213.810.9949

Hancock Park. Sensitively updated with style & taste throughout. 3bds/2.5new bths. 3rd St Sch. Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626

Hollywood. Great conveniently located Mediterranean 4plex w/charm. Park up to 8 cars. Ahmed Mirza 323.365.9200

Beverly Hills. Designer 2 Bd suite, pool, valet, gym, 2,000+sft. move-in condition. Grmt kit. Barbara Allen 323.860.4218

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Pasadena. A 2+2 condo in great area w/balcony, underground prkg,all utilities incl in HOA. Jacqueline Valenzuela 866.847.3889

Sunset Strip. Upgraded 2+2 corner unit in premier full-service Franklin Towers. Pool & sauna. Steven Tator 323.460.7627

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Hancock Park. Built by Voice of Snow White, Adriana Caselotti. 2+2, open floor plan. Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626

Hancock Park. This lovely home boasts 4 bd, 3 bas, an updated kitchen and numerous amenities. Loveland Carr Properties 323.460.7606

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Hancock Park. Interior courtyard unit w/welcoming foyer entry, 3bds+2.5bas in apx 2000 sq ft. Lisa Hutchins 323.460.7626

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Hancock Park. Clean, well maintained Traditional home. Gated,secure w/lots of parking spaces. Vivian Kim 213.327.7621

Hancock Park. 2 units are 1bed/1bath & 1 unit is 2bed/1bath. Apx 2,508sf. Lot apx 5,793sf. Jose E. Gonzalez 213.810.8284

WHITLEY HGHTS MEDITERRANEAN $6,000/MO Hollywood Hills West. Newer home w/loads of classic charm combined w/today’s amenities. 3+3.5+pool. Kenneth Church 323.460.7616

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MOST DESIRABLE AREA $4,500 A MONTH Hancock Park. Renovated 2-Sty English w/4bds+tandem, maids & bath, updated kit. Patio, yard. Vickie Bascoy/Cecille Cohen 323.460.7608

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Great-grandfather C.E. Toberman “Mr. Hollywood” Built the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, Chinese, Egyptian, El Capitan Theatres, to name a few Subdivided, sold lots in 53 tracts, including parts of Las Palmas McCadden, etc and Outpost Estates in Hollywood Owned Black-Foxe School @ Wilcox & Melrose Great great-uncle MAYOR JAMES TOBERMAN, Sent here by president Lincoln as a tax collector in 1863. Despite that, he was elected Mayor of L.A. three times: 1872, 1878 and 1880. During his term he paved Main St. and turned on the first electric lights in the city.

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Other crime-themed tours include “Hotel Horrors & Main Street Vice,” “Weird West Adams,” “The Real Black Dahlia,” and “Pasadena Confidential.” Among literary tours are “Raymond Chandler’s Los Angeles: In a Lonely Place, “Haunts of a Dirty Old Man: Charles Bukowski’s L.A.,” “John Fante’s Dreams from Bunker Hill,” and “The Birth of Noir.” Musical tours include a rock history tour called “Where the Action Was,” and “Crawling Down Cahuenga: Tom Waits’ L.A.” “Maja’s Mysteries: Rapture & Release” covers spiritual L.A., while architectural tours visit Route 66, South Los Angeles, downtown, Chinatown and the San Gabriel Valley. The “East of Babylon” tour departs at noon from Philippe The Original, 1001 Alameda in Chinatown and returns by 4 p.m. Cost is $58 per person. For a reservation or more information, call 323-223-2767 or go to esotouric.com.

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India's Fabled Courtly Lucknow; shopping safari, lotsa latkes workshop works of Ancient Mexico" features 100 massive works and small-scale sculptures produced by Mexico’s earliest civilization. "Eye for the Sensual: Selections from the Resnick Collection" showcases European works from the 16th to the early 20th century and includes more than 100 paintings, sculptures and decorative arts. "Fashioning Fashion: European Dress in Detail, 1700-1915." At the Resnick Pavilion through Jan. 2. • "In the Service of The Buddha: Tibetan Furniture from the Hayward Family Collection" ends April 2011. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., 323-8576000; lacma.org. PETERSEN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM—CARnival with arts and crafts is Sat., Dec. 4, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Garage sale and swap meet will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. • "NHRA: Sixty Years of Thunder" exhibit features the history of the National Hot Rod Association. Ends May 29, 2011. • "Automotivated: Streamlined Fashion and Automobiles" includes Chanel, Nina Ricci

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LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART—"India's Fabled City: The Art of Courtly Lucknow" opens Sun., Dec. 12 featuring the opulent art and refined culture of the Lucknow court, which flourished in the 18th and 19th centuries in the Indo-Islamic kingdom in northern India. Album paintings, illustrated historical and religious manuscripts, textiles and garments, and decorative art objects, including LOVERS IN A LANDSCAPE, circa 1760, ornate metalwork, is among works coming to LACMA. glassware, and jewelry are on exhibit. is Sat., Dec. 11 at 7:30 p.m. in Ends Feb. 27. "The Rise and Fall of Courtly the Bing Theatre. Lucknow: A Courtesan’s Per- • "Blinky Palermo: Retrospecspective," on Sat., Dec. 11 at tive 1964–1977" features 70 3 p.m., is a lecture by Veena works by the German postwar Talwar Oldenburg, professor painter. Ends Jan. 16. of history at City University of • "William Eggleston: DemoNew York and Baruch College. cratic Camera—Photographs and Video, 1961–2008." Ends Free. Screening of Satyajit Ray's Jan. 16. 1977 film "The Chess Players" • "Olmec: Colossal Master-

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Los Altos Apartments, Fremont Place, Ebell Club on Great Wilshire Walk tour Walkers making the trek from downtown to Santa Monica on the Great Wilshire Walk Nov. 20 were treated to a rest stop manned by Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council volunteers. The booth distributed cookies, water and a brief history on the historic and interesting landmarks they would be passing. They included: PERINO’S APARTMENTS. The apartments were built on the site of the famous Perino’s restaurants. Alex Perino came to America from Italy at age 15 and began his life in restaurants as a busboy, moving up through the ranks to waiter and then restaurant manager until he finally opened his first restaurant in 1932, at the height of the Depression. Charging $1.25 for a meal when one could be had for 10 cents was a bold move, but Perino soon had such a popular spot that when his first restaurant burned down, in 1950, he opened an even fancier location at the corner of Wilshire and Norton boulevards designed by architect Paul Williams. Perino continued to build a handsome and monied clientele until his retirement in 1969. Guests included celebrities of every stripe and each U.S. President through Ronald Reagan. Perino’s officially closed its doors due to bankruptcy in 1985. It is now

the site of an apartment building that contains a museum of Perino’s artifacts. LOS ALTOS APARTMENTS at 4121 Wilshire Blvd. was home to many 1930s and 40s film stars. Architect Julia Morgan designed a two-story suite for Marion Davies. Built in the Spanish Colonial–esque style in 1927, the Los Altos was one of the city’s first coop apartments, then went bankrupt during the Great Depression and fell into disrepair for decades afterward. The housing group Neighborhood Effort rescued the complex from demolition in 1993 even though it was so unlivable there were gaping holes that continued from the fifth floor down to the lobby. But the restorers obtained National Historic Site status for the building by hunting down original parts and design details, including doorknobs, trim, floor tiles and colors. SUNSET BOULEVARD HOUSE. Forget the address given in the movie (“10086 Sunset Blvd.) Norma Desmond’s glorious old Renaissance-style mansion stood, until 1957, at 641 S. Irving Blvd. on the northwest corner of Wilshire Boulevard, when it was demolished to make way for the Getty headquarters, now the Harbor Building. The mansion, seen also in “Rebel Without A Cause,” was built in the 1920s for Ambassador Jenkins, for-

mer U.S. Consul in Mexico, who abandoned the building, leaving it vacant for over 10 years until it was bought by J Paul Getty. At the time of filming of Sunset Boulevard, the mansion had passed to Mrs. J. Paul Getty in a divorce settlement and she, in turn, rented the property out to Paramount Pictures on condition the film company build her a swimming pool. SCOTTISH RITE MASONIC TEMPLE was designed by Millard Sheets. Located at 4375 Wilshire Blvd., between Plymouth and Lucerne, the four-story edifice took 18 months and $14 million to build in 1960. The objectives of the Masonic order are written in a two-story-high mosaic defining liberty, equality, fraternity and devotion. The history of Scottish Rite Masonry is recorded in eight relief marble statues. These show Pharaoh Zoster (29802900 B.C.) and his architect, Imhoteph, who built the two oldest existing monuments in Egypt. Group II shows Hiram, the architect of Solomon’s Temple. Group III portrays Emperor Darius and Zerubabel before second Temple in Persia. Group IV features the patron saints of Masonry, St. John the Evangelist and St. John the Baptist. The gothic architects of France are known as the inspiration for Group V, which depicts them in 1300 A.D. Group VI shows Sir

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WALKERS on the 16-mile journey from downtown to Santa Monica on Nov. 20 along Wilshire Blvd. received refreshments from the volunteers at the Council booth.

AMONG THE LANDMARKS on the Great Wilshire Walk was the Los Altos apartment building.

Christopher Wren by a stonemason, with his masterpiece, St. Paul’s Cathedral in London, behind them. Group VII depicts George Washington laying the cornerstone of the capitol in 1793. Group VII shows Gen. Albert Pike, patriarch of the Scottish Rite for 33 years. THE EBELL OF LOS ANGELES. For more than 105 years the Ebell Club of Los Angeles, one of the largest women’s clubs in the world, has been advancing cultural, social, educational and philanthropic interests of women. The name Ebell comes from Dr. Adrian F. Ebell, a German scholar and teacher, who thought the time had come for “thinking” women. The present clubhouse at 4400 Wilshire Blvd. was completed in 1927. The group commissioned architect Sumner P. Hunt of Hunt & Burns to design the new facility, which was designed in an Italian style with plaster facing and Italian clay tile roofing. The new facilities included a new 1,300-seat auditorium at the rear of the property facing 8th Street. The two-story structure facing Wilshire Boulevard houses the group’s clubhouse, including a large lounge, art salon, and dining room The dining room opens to a tile-roofed colonnade walkway and fountain. The total cost was $200,000 for the site, $650,000 for the entire structure, and $120,000 for the wall furnishings. “BEN” HOUSE. Built in 1902 and designed by John C.

Austin, this late Queen Anne house with Romanesque detail was relocated in 1924 to its present site just north of Wilshire Blvd. Originally built for Hiram Higgins in 1902 on three lots at 2619 Wilshire Blvd., it was sold in 1919 to Howard Verbeck, an interior designer. In 1923, the Verbecks purchased the property at 637 S. Lucerne Blvd. and moved the home in two pieces at 1 a.m. on June 1924. Twelve trucks, owned by George R. Kress’ house moving company, hoisted the rear half of the mansion off its foundation and moved it while 100 guests, including the mayor, partied in the house during the four-hour journey. The house is used as a movie and television shooting location, starring in: “Willard,” “Ben,” “Addams Family Halloween Special,” “Mae West,” and many more. FREMONT PLACE. One of the city’s most exclusive areas, the 53-acre park which was designed to accommodate some 50 homes averaging 200 x 200 feet. As early as 1912 it was announced that no house in the tract is to cost less than $7,500.The development grew, housing such illustrious families as the King Gillettes, Irving Hellmans, A. P. Gianninis and Willitts Holes. Today there are 72 homes in the park, and a gate house was added to improve the security. Past and current celebrities living there include Mary Pickford, Muhammud Ali, Bill Conti, Danny Elfman and Lou Rawls.

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New neighbors Heather and Brumby Boylston have purchased a home on N. Van Ness Ave. The couple has two children. He is in the entertainment industry. Sellers were Dr. and Mrs. John Townsend. Mary Woodward of The Woodward Team, Coldwell

Banker Hancock Park, handled both buyers and sellers. C. J. Johnson and Michelle Guthrie have bought a home on N. Sycamore Ave. Johnson is a filmmaker, playwright and director. Guthrie is managing director for MGM Australia.

Former owner was David Michaud. Barbara MacDonald of Coldwell Banker Hancock Park represented the buyer, and Jeff White, of ReMax Execs, represented the seller. Ira Napolietto and Janna Stein are moving to the home they purchased from

the Boylstons at N. Windsor Blvd. The Woodwards Team, Coldwell Banker Hancock Park, represented the sellers; Sally Jones of Coldwell Banker Beverly Hills represented the buyers. Buyers of a home on S. Beachwood Ave. are Jon and

Ali Baird. Jon is a writer and Ali is a graduate student. The pair formerly lived in Mircle Mile. Rick Llanos of Coldwell Banker Hancock Park handled the sale for the buyers. Lisa Hutchins of the same firm represented the sellers.

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Global Bazaar at CAFAM to Dec. 4

Santa fly-by, snowfall at Channel Island parade

Craft and Folk Art Museum’s courtyard will be transformed into an intimate marketplace through Sat., Dec. 4. Fair-trade goods and handcrafted works by local and global artisans include Indian silk scarves, Nepali messenger bags and journals made from vintage hardcover books. Arrivals from Sante Fe International Folk Art Market, Mexican dolls and Turkish coffee will also be at the market. The museum's on-line store, Egg and the Eye, will be launched Wed., Dec. 15 MASKS from the Sahara desat theeggandtheeye.com. ert will be at the Bazaar.

Thousands of twinkling lights will dance on the water at the Channel Islands Harbor Parade of Lights in Oxnard. The theme of the event on Sat., Dec. 11 is “Holidays Around the World.” Children can play in the 36 tons of snow that will fall at Channel Islands Harbor at 10 a.m. Nearby, horse-drawn carriages with sleigh bells will pick up passengers from noon to 5 p.m. To add to the holiday merriment, strolling carolers and Santa and Mrs. Claus can be seen around the harbor throughout the day. 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, face-painting and water-taxi rides from noon to 9 p.m. Santa and his reindeer will kick off the parade with a fly-over at 7 p.m.

(Continued from page 11) Korean American Artists Exhibit ends Thurs., Dec. 16. 5505 Wilshire Blvd., 323936-7141. www.kccla.org PAGE MUSEUM AT THE LA BREA TAR PITS—Exhibits feature area fossil finds that show Ice Age life 10,000 to 40,000 years ago, when sabertoothed cats and giant sloths ruled the Wilshire area. 5801 Wilshire Blvd., 323934-PAGE; tarpits.org LOS ANGELES MUSEUM OF THE HOLOCAUST— Survivor Rita Lurie and daughter Leslie Gilbert-Lurie read from their book, “Bending Toward The Sun: A Mother and Daughter Remember," on Sun., Dec. 12, 2 to 4 p.m. Pan Pacific Park, 100 S. The Grove Dr., 323-651-3704; lamoth.org. ZIMMER CHILDREN'S MUSEUM—Sunday Workshops, from 2 to 4 p.m., include making pretend latkes from glue and felt at Lotsa Latkes on Dec. 5. Cinnamon,

cloves, and citrus are included in Winter Scents, a workshop on the medieval art of making pomanders Dec. 12. Make fake “snow" on Dec. 19 and festive New Year's party hats Dec. 26. 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 100; 323-761-8984, www.zimmermuseum.org. CRAFT AND FOLK ART MUSEUM— A Shopping Safari for children is Sat., Dec. 4, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Fair trade, cultural traditions and artisan quality are discussed. Make custom gift wrap and cards at the event. • Graffiti Workshop with artist Galo MAKE Canote is on Sat., Dec. 11 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Free. • "Borderlandia: Cultural Topography by Einar and Jamex de la Torre" ends Jan. 9, 2011. • "The Birth of Coffee, Documentary Photography by Daniel and Linda Rice Lorenzetti" ends Jan. 9, 2011. 5814 Wilshire Blvd., 323937-4230; cafam.org.

The parade can be viewed from parks and walkways, as well as from most harbor restaurants. For more information, call 805-985-4852 or go to channelislandsharbor.org.

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Workshops with topics from organic gardening to holiday creations, a tour of the Queen Anne Cottage and a gift show are among activities at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, 301 N. Baldwin Ave. in Arcadia. Just in time for the holidays create heirloom pieces from treasures gleaned from your cupboards, thrift stores and garage sales. Pieces of holiday dishes or old china can be given a second life when made into a useful tray at the Mosaic Holiday Tray-in-a-Day workshop on Sun., Dec. 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Create old-fashioned wreaths using fresh greens from the Arboretum grounds on Tues., Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon. Bring gardening gloves, clippers and wire cutters, plus any decorations you may wish to add. Visit the gift show for a selection of seasonal gifts, volunteer-made holiday trees and crafts, succulents and wreaths, jams and jellies, nature-inspired ornaments, garden-related books, education children’s toys and more. The three-day event runs Tues., Dec. 7 through Thurs., Dec. 9, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Arboretum botanist Frank

McDonough will cover various landscaping and gardening topics plus the latest news in gardening and plant science at a free Plant Information class on Tues., Dec. 7 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Bring questions for discussion. The Clay Festival will feature ceramics for sale by more than 40 artists on Sat., Dec. 11 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Take a stroll down memory lane and view treasures and furnishings normally seen only through the windows of the Queen Anne Cottage on Sun., Dec. 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Docents will guide tours through the Victorian-era cottage, dressed up in Christmas finery, plus the historic coach barn and the Santa Anita Depot. Growing winter crops Among other December

activities is a class on growing winter crops organically led by horticultural curator Jill Morganelli on Sat., Dec. 4 from noon to 3 p.m. Explore the grounds of the Arboretum and learn about its extensive collections at “Around the World in 127 Acres” at classes held on Saturdays, Dec. 4 and 18, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Kids of all ages will explore the Hugo Reid Adobe at Arboretum Adventures on Sat., Dec. 4 from 10 a.m. to noon. Children ages three to eight can explore the library, enjoy plant and nature stories and a project or adventure at “Bookworms” on Sundays, Dec. 5 and 19 at 2 p.m. and Wednesday, Dec. 15 at 10 a.m. For more information, call 626-821-4623 or go to www. arboretum.org.

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ever else is needed to spruce up the grounds on Sat., Dec. 4 from 9 a.m. to noon. Bring a hat, gloves and kneepads. Shovels, trowels, rakes, hoes and pruners as well as refreshments will be provided at this monthly “First Saturday” event. Horticulturist Lili Singer will talk about what a native plant is, why they are valuable and share her knowledge on planting techniques, establishment, irrigation, pruning and ongoing maintenance at a class on Sat., Dec. 18 from noon to 3 p.m. Recommended for beginners, the class is a prerequisite to a three-part California Native Plant Garden Design course offered at Payne. Cost is $35 for members; $45 non-members. For more information, go to theodorepayne.org, or call 818-768-1802.

Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is coming to the neighborhood. CSA California will deliver fresh, organic produce from local farms to the Ebell Club, 743 S. Lucerne Blvd., where it can be picked up by subscribers on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5 p.m. Cost is $25 for the weekly delivery. Interested families can sign up for a four-week trial, with the option to participate every week or every other week. New orders must be placed the day before by 5 p.m. Payment must be made online using a credit card or PayPal for the first month. After that, payment can be made onsite with cash or a check. For more information, or to sign up, go to csacalifornia.org.

EXPLORE the unusual world of carnivorous plants like this Venus flytrap and learn to draw them.

Painting to flower arranging, Shakespeare at Huntington Learn to paint or arrange flowers and attend a reading of “A Christmas Carol” this month at the Huntington, 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino. Charles Dickens, portrayed by David Melville of The Independent Shakespeare Co., will read an adaptation of “A Christmas Carol” on Sat., Dec. 4 from 7 to 9 p.m. The performance, full of the pyrotechnics and wry humor Dickens was famous for, is suitable for ages seven and up. Tickets are $18. Call 800838-3000. Explore the unusual world of carnivorous plants including sarracenias, Venus flytraps and sundews while learning botanical illustration skills in a watercolor class taught by botanical artist Lisa Pompelli on Saturdays, Dec. 4 and 11

from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A free garden talk and plant sale takes place on Thurs., Dec. 9 at 2:30 p.m. Make holiday wreaths Kids and grown-ups can create holiday wreaths in workshops on Sat., Dec. 11 with Flower Duet. Adults will make long-lasting wreaths using eucalyptus and other greenery accented with fresh flowers from 10 a.m. to noon. Children ages seven to 12 will create arrangements using winter-white flowers, touches of greenery and a snowman from 1 to 3 p.m. The Huntington will have extended hours of 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from Sun., Dec. 26 through Fri., Dec. 31. For reservations or more information, call 626-405-2128.

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Eaves space was best place to overhear conversations ProfessorKnowIt-All

he might cause a disturbance and “spill the beans.” In the English public schools, forbidden board games like checkers or backgammon were often played with beans, which were easily stolen from the kitchens. If a player who was losing wanted to end the game, all he had to do was “spill the beans.” This is also the origin of the expression “Old Bean” often used in place of “Old Chap,” “Old Man,” etc. *** If a gunslinger of the Old West was spoiling for a fight, his trigger finger was said to “itch.” Why? ponders Jody Bernolfo. In ancient times, the itching of various parts of the body foretold certain occurrences. If your right palm itched you were going to receive money, the itching of the left eye betokened grief, and the right eye pleasure. If your lips itched, you were going to be kissed, the nose meant that strangers were at hand. The fingers and thumbs foretold of evil as would an itchy trigger finger. Remember what a witch in Macbeth reminds us: “By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked this way comes.” Professor Know-It-All is the nom de plume of Bill Bentley, who invites readers to try and stump him. Send questions to willbent@prodigy.net.

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Best Friends’ Pet Super Adoption in Miracle Mile last month was a success by any rescue group’s standards. “The event went extremely well, was wellattended, and was successful in that we placed more than 120 dogs and cats in new homes,” said Best Friends’ spokesman John Polis. “When all adoptions are calculated, we estimate that we will have placed between 300 and 400 adoptions.” CATS were also found homes. In addition, he said, more than 100 dogs and cats were rescued from the city and county shelters by local rescue groups that participated Nov. 7 at the La Brea Tar Pits. “We were particularly pleased with this event because no cats went back to the shelters and very few dogs were returned. We are trying to place the few remaining dogs that did not get adopted or placed with a local rescue groups,” Polis added. Birds and bunnies were also available at the Super Pet Adoption, which featured celebrities, PUPS came in all sizes. children’s activities and entertainment. More than 40 local shelters and rescue groups brought border collies, German shepLarchmont Boulevard herds, Boston terriers and mixes of every breed, age, color • 300 sq. ft. & up • Free Parking and size. • Close to Studios & Restaurants The adoption held in L.A. is one of the largest pet adoption • Village Atmosphere festivals in the nation. Best • Starting at $2.00/square foot Friends Animal Society nonprofit organization is based in Kanab, Utah, and is the counLEIMERT CO (323)466-8591 try’s largest no-kill sanctuary.

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