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ART DECO

BUNKER HILL

GARDENS

Cozy up to where Sinatra and Bogart downed a few.

Modern skyline on L.A. Conservancy annual meeting agenda.

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Stagecoach rides at L.A. Arboretum's Wild West Days.

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MAJESTIC MEDITERRANEAN $3,350,000

CASUAL COLONIAL $2,899,000

RARE MONTEREY COLONIAL $2,695,000

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IMMACULATE SPANISH $1,249,000

STUNNING 1923 MEDITERRANEAN $1,199,000

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Conservancy’s preservation awards luncheon is at Biltmore May 16 A 1903 design blending Japanese and American architecture, the only surviving apartment building by Charles and Henry Greene and a city councilman will be honored at the Los Angeles Conservancy’s 32nd annual Preservation

Awards.

The ceremony will take place at a luncheon Thurs., May 16 at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel.

“Each of these projects celebrates the diverse history of Los Angeles County,” said Lin-

da Dishman, Conservancy’s executive director.

América Tropical, at 626 N. Main St., won the President’s Award for its “herculean, multidisciplinary effort,” spearheaded by the Getty Conservation Institute and the city of

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The neglected 1932 David Alfaro Siqueiros mural “América Tropical,” and its cross-cultural story, have returned to prominence. Spanning 20 years, a scientificbased approach conserved the mural, and constructed a protective shelter and viewing platform and interpretive center.

Los Angeles City Councilmember Paul Koretz receives the Local Leadership Award for making preservation a priority when the 1966 Century Plaza Hotel was targeted for demolition. His leadership changed the course of the project, proving that development and preservation are not mutually exclusive.

PROJECT AWARDS go to: 28th Street Apartments bring back an architectural and cultural treasure of the African American community and revitalize a former YMCA. Historic Boyle Hotel— Cummings Block, a community-based effort which transformed a neglected 19th-century landmark into a model example of affordable housing, revitalizing a neighborhood icon through adaptive reuse and sensitive restoration.

Compton City Hall Window Glazing Replacement. An energy efficiency upgrade preserved a key design feature of its 1970s City Hall.

Herkimer Arms, Pasadena. Designed by Greene and Greene, this apartment building was rescued from demolition and transformed into the centerpiece of an affordable housing project—following a move across town.

The Japanese House at the Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino.

Built in 1903, the centerpiece of a celebrated botanical garden was restored with attention to detail and authenticity, revealing original finishes and a new understanding of a cross-cultural masterwork.

Lopez Adobe, San Fernando. A municipality committed to preserving its early heritage

through a comprehensive restoration of its oldest house, creating a museum that tells the story of a prominent local family and the city’s origins.

Lukens House, Los Angeles. A private owner and architect team researched and found creative solutions to rehab a residence designed

by Raphael Soriano that was deemed a nuisance property, slated for demolition.

Dance the night away at Avalon Ball on May 11

Art Deco Society of Los Angeles members and guests will don their dancing shoes at the annual Avalon Ball at the historic Avalon Casino Ballroom on Catalina Island on Sat., May 11.

Attendees will spend the night dancing and listening to music performed by Dean Mora and the Avalon Ball Dance Orchestra at the Art Deco Casino ball, which was built in 1929 and has been newly restored.

The ballroom’s original romantic style is exemplified

by Tiffany chandeliers, elevated stage and vintage bar.

Online tickets for the event are $40 for members; $50 for nonmembers. Boat passage to Catalina can be booked with Catalina Express.

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Natural History's 100th to include DEVO, classes DEVO, GZA/ The Genius and others will perform on the outdoor stage for the Natural History Museum's centennial.

Summer programming, to begin Sun., June 9, includes kid-friendly activities, workshops in a new 3.5-acre Nature Gardens and behindthe-scenes tours with scientiests. Perfume, cooking and master gardening classes are among offerings.

Tickets go on sale Fri., May 3 at nhm.org. Daytime prices are $12, evening after 5 p.m. are $25. Members free.

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thing, I’d give her five minutes. It’s kind of our internal policy we do for citizens. But after that, I’d ticket her.”

Then there are the drivers who park in red zones to run into Crumbs. “It blocks access to and view of the crosswalk.

It’s extremely dangerous and an automatic ticket.”

Also dangerous is people who do U-turns to grab an empty spot on the other side of the street. “We can’t ticket them for the U-turn, which is illegal. But we’ll ticket them for parking outside of the meter lines, because it makes it hard for people to park next to them.”

In the end, said Harrell, “We practice proactive enforcement. We’re always looking for ideas of better ways to serve the public.”

Information on paying and contesting tickets can be found on the back of citations.

Send comments to ladot.parkandpay@lacity.org.

PARK AND PAY STATIONS and smart meters are more efficient as well as tamper proof, said Officer Charles Harrell.

Parking enforcement officers are here to help. Really. to write tickets. Even though

By Laura Eversz A member of one of the I can get instant information most despised groups ever, on my handheld for the entire Parking Enforcement and street, I just walk it, and as I Traffic Control officer Charles come to it, I come to it,” he Harrell says he doesn’t take it says of expired meters. personally.

Strolling down the block, In fact, he says, he’s made we watch a woman park her a lot of friends in Squad Area car, feed the meter and walk 4—which includes Larch- away. To demonstrate how his mont Village. At Peet’s Coffee, handheld works, Harrell enHarrell is greeted by smiles ters number 214—the space and waves. “Has anyone for- she parked in. It shows up as gotten to pay?” he asks a “expired.” group of people sipping coffee As he begins entering her at sidewalk tables. “Space 363 license plate number, the is about to expire.” woman returns. “Oh my gosh, are you giving " H o n estly,” says "People really need to me a ticket? I H a r r e l l , be mindful of the space just paid for dapper in two hours!” number ... directly in a neatly she exclaimed, front of their car." pressed unipointing to the form. “We’re number 213 on here to help. A lot of enforce- the sidewalk. ment has to do with the flow of “This is one of the things traffic, keeping things moving that happens over and over and stopping safety hazards.” again,” Harrell says. “People In addition to expired me- really need to be mindful of ters, Harrell and the other the space number and make officers who cover the area sure it’s the one that’s directly enforce two-hour time lim- in front of their car.” its. “We want turnover so While he feels the driver’s that more people can park. If pain, he has no choice but to someone wants to stay all day, issue her a ticket. “Once the information is entered, I can’t there are all day lots.”

Harrell says the card and go back.” coin meters along with park Another problem is when and pay stations used in the drivers mistake the street adVillage are much more effi- dress that’s painted on the side cient than the old meters. “You of the curb with the parking have multiple ways to pay, ei- meter number that’s painted ther with a credit or debit card on the sidewalk. Yet another is or coins. And the smart me- parking in painted curb zones.

As Harrell explains the ters are tamper proof.”

He realizes, however, they restrictions­ —red means no are often hard to read. “The parking ever; yellow zones are department is constantly for commercial loading and evaluating, so people need to white for passenger loading— speak up.” He cautions driv- a black SUV hangs a U-turn ers paying with credit cards and screeches to a halt in a to make sure the payment has loading zone at Sam’s Bagels. been authorized before walk- “Are you kidding?” I ask, as the woman saunters into ing away.

As for quotas, Harrell says Sam’s. “Aren’t you going to there’s no such thing. “We give her a ticket?” write what we see.”

“If she was loading or un “Listen, I’m not jonesing loading a big box or some-

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‘Fair Lady,’ chariot race light up palaces

FORMOSA CAFE is operated by the original owner's grandson.

Enjoy historic cocktails May 3 Join the Art Deco Society of L.A. for Cocktails in Historic Places at the Formosa Café— one of old Hollywood’s most storied watering holes—on Fri., May 3 at 6 p.m.

The Formosa opened in 1934 as a front for the mafia to launder money. The outline of the floor safe can still be seen below a corner booth.

Located at 7156 Santa Monica Blvd. across from the old

Warner studio, the Formosa has been a stop of Hollywood stars such as Humphrey Bogart, Marilyn Monroe, Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley.

Legend has it that John Wayne once fell asleep in a booth. The staff, loath to wake him, left him there. When they returned in the morning, Wayne was in the kitchen, preparing everyone breakfast.

Reservations are not required.

Dorothy Chandler Pavilion will be among hosts of L.A. Conservancy’s film series, “Last Remaining Seats” June 1 to 29.

Named after the late Wind- BEN-HUR was played by Ramon Novarro. sor Square resiHitchcock film with Cary dent, the Chandler Pavilion Grant and Grace Kelly will opened in 1964. screen at the Orpheum The It was the same year the atre, 842 S. Broadway.

Academy Award-winning film The series continues with “My Fair Lady” with Rex Har- the 1987 biopic of Richie Varison and Audrey Hepburn lens, “La Bamba,” at the Palwas released. ace Theatre, on Wed., June The film will screen Wed., 5. Opened in 1911, the PalJune 12 at 8 p.m. at the Doro- ace, 630 S. Broadway, hosted thy Chandler Pavilion at the Houdini, Fred Astaire and Rita Music Center, 135 N. Grand Hayworth in its early history.

Ave. Bette Davis plays an actress The 27th film series kicks turning 40 and Marilyn Monoff Sat., June 1 at 8 p.m. with roe is in an early role that “To Catch a Thief.” The 1955 helped launch her career in

LOS ANGELES THEATRE is the most lavish of Broadway’s movie palaces.

another Academy Award winner, “All About Eve.” The 1931 film screens Wed., June 19 at the Los Angeles Theatre, 615 S. Broadway.

Built in 1931 at a cost of $1 million, the French Baroque style theater’s façade stands five stories and its lobby features mirrors, chandeliers and a sunburst motif after France’s Sun King, Louis XIV. “Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ” screens at the Orpheum Theatre Wed., June 26. The 1925 silent film will be accompanied with live organ music. Mary Pickford and Marion Davies are among extras in a chariot race scene shot on a recreation of Rome’s Circus Maximus with 42 cameras.

The series concludes with “Casablanca” on Sat., June 29 at 2 and 8 p.m. at the 1930’s Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills.

For tickets and more information visit laconservancy. org.

Jazz Fridays back at LACMA Jazz is back at LACMA for its 22nd season. The series continues on Fridays at 6 p.m. with the Charles Owen Quintet on May 3.

The Greg Reitan Trio is May 10; Wolfgang Schalk Quartet plays May 17 and the CJS Quintet are on the line up May 24. Sandra Booker sings May 31.

Free, in the BP Grand Entrance, at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 5905 Wilshire Blvd.

Revlon 5K walk for cancer The 20th annual Revlon 5K Run/Walk for Women will begin at 8 a.m. at the L.A. Coliseum on Sat., May 11.

The event raises funds for cancer research, counseling and outreach programs.

Visit www.revlonrunwalk. org or call 855-434-3779.

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Larchmont got a sneak peek at film museum

BLESSING OF THE BIKES event at Good Samaritan will feature a commemorative lap in remembrance of injured cyclists.

Free metro rides, bicycle blessings during Bike Week Prizes, rides, bike blessings and free public transportation will be offered as incentives for commuters to peddle during Bike Week L.A. A kick-off event is at Grand Park on Mon., May 13 at 10 a.m.

Receive a blessing at an interfaith Blessing of the Bicycles at Good Samaritan Hospital on Tues., May 14 from 8 to 9:30 a.m. The event will also feature a lap around the hospital grounds in remembrance of those injured in biking accidents. The L.A.P.D. Rampart Division’s Bicycle Detail Unit will be in attendance, and former city councilman

Bill Rosendahl will receive the Golden Spoke Award.

Guided rides will take place throughout the city on Wed., May 15. On Bike to Work Day, Thurs., May 16, Bike Week sponsor Metro will offer free rides to cyclists on both buses and trains. Participants will have a chance to win prizes; bike pit stops will offer refreshments and giveaways.

Ride your bike to eat, play or shop on Bike Local Weekend, Fri., May 17 through Sun., May 19.

For updated information, go to metro.net/bikes/bike-week/ or goodsam.org.

By Suzan Filipek Members of the Larchmont Chronicle got an exclusive look at the proposed Academy Museum of Motion Pictures’ movie museum, which—if all the stars are aligned—is set to open at the historic May Co. on Wilshire Blvd. in 2017.

A “magical” wooden box was brought to Le Pain Quotidien on Larchmont Blvd. last month, where, on a rustic table in the back of the café, it was opened to reveal a miniature, three-D design of the new museum by award-winning architects Renzo Piano and Zoltan Pali.

The museum will be on the Los Angeles County Museum of Art campus, owners of the May Co. building.

A translucent glass sphere is at the rear of the May Co.’s 1939 Streamline Moderne building, whose signature gold-leafed glass mosaic corner at Fairfax will be preserved.

The May Co. will lose a 1946 addition in the rear of the building, which is not historic and to make room for the dome, said Heather Cochran, managing director, museum project.

Visitors will move from floor to floor on elevators, escalators and stairs, while the glass structure lets in abundant

EXCLUSIVE look at meeting on Larchmont Blvd. last month showed movie museum‘s design.

light, said Cochran.

“It’s a great addition to the cultural landscape of the city.”

The idea of a film museum has been in the works since the 1930s, said Cochran.

The $300 million project got a big boost recently when David Geffen donated $25 million, landing his name on a proposed 1,000-seat theater in the glass dome.

The 300,000 square foot museum is still in the planning stages, yet to start an environmental review process with

community meetings in the works, members of Marathon Communications said.

The new site’s exhibitions, galleries and programs will draw from the Academy’s library of films, photographs, film posters, production and costume design drawings, props, costumes and scripts.

Among its treasures are original copies of scripts, such as “To Kill a Mockingbird” with Gregory Peck, Dorothy’s ruby slippers and the piano in “Casablanca.”

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Paramount volunteers spruce up schools Painting, gardening and career advice were among the activities carried out by some 800 Paramount Pictures employees during its parent company, Viacom’s annual Global Day of Community Service on April 19.

Paramount staff at the Mel-

rose Ave. location participated in a variety of projects at local schools and an AIDS foodbank.

Schools benefiting from the volunteer effort included Larchmont Charter Middle (repainting a mural); Santa Monica Blvd. (fitness workshops, gardening); Frances

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GARDENING at Van Ness School, above, was one of several projects at local schools.

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Take a wine-venture with Fine Wineries With 300 wineries a few hours drive from home, how is a dedicated traveler to choose?

Good news! Wine House Press recently released its second edition of “The California Directory of Fine Wineries, Central Coast.”

Boutique tasting rooms, working ranches and familyowned vineyards in Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles wine country are covered in the guide.

It’s designed to take in your car, backpack or briefcase and maximize your vacation time, says editor and publisher Tom Silberkleit.

Authors K. Reka Badger and Cheryl Crabtree tell back stories and tools for navigating the highways and curving roads of the scenic wine country.

More than 170 color photographs by Robert Holmes show the landmark cellars of Santa Ynez Valley, rural architecture and rows of worldfamous vineyards.

Maps and information regarding wine-tasting, tours, picnic areas and more are included in the 144-page book, which sells for $19.95.

Available at Pickett Fences, 214 N. Larchmont Blvd.

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BOOK is available at Pickett Fences on Larchmont Blvd.

Dodger fans can receive free tickets to a home game from Mercury Insurance.

Mercury’s “Get a Quote, Get a Pair of Dodger Tickets” promotion encourages fans to complete an online Mercury auto insurance quote at www.mercuryinsurance.com/dodgers. Upon completion of the quote, fans score a voucher redeemable for two complimentary tickets.

The promotion ends May 31.

Movie theater segues into apartment/retail project Movies. are no longer being shown at the Fairfax Theater at 7909 Beverly Blvd.

The building, vacant for a few years, will be razed to make way for a five-story apartment/ retail complex.

But the marquee will remain.

The project received approval from City Council’s Planning and Land Use Management committee in April.

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As part of the conditions for approving the project, the developer will not only maintain the original facade, but will also have to rehab the marquee and keep the terrazzo floor at the entrance.

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L.A. Conservancy explores Bunker Hill at its annual meeting May 11 Bunker Hill will be the subject of a panel discussion at the L.A. Conservancy’s annual meeting Sat., May 11 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites in downtown Los Angeles.

“Modern Renewal: Legacy of Lost and Found on Bunker

Hill” is part of the Conservancy’s Curating the City: Modern Architecture in L.A. series and the Getty initiative, Pacific Standard Time Presents: Modern Architecture in L.A. Panelists include David Martin, design principal and co-chairman at AC Martin

Partners; Don Spivack, former deputy chief of operations for the L.A. Community Redevelopment Agency and adjunct instructor of planning at USC; and Brian Tichenor, principal at Tichenor & Thorp Architects and lecturer at the USC School of Architecture.

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Conservancy executive director Linda Dishman and director of advocacy, Adrian Scott Fine, will discuss what redevelopment means for preservation.

The story of Bunker Hill tells of one of the earliest and wealthiest neighborhoods in Los Angeles, known for its beautiful Victorian homes and prominent residents. The area declined after World War II as residents moved into newer enclaves, and homes were subdivided for renters and fell into disrepair. Urban renewal efforts in the 1950s and 1960s led to the commercial and cultural hub it is today.

The annual meeting includes a breakfast reception and optional tours of the hotel, built by John Portman & Associates, 1974-78.

The meeting is free and open to the public, but reservations are required at laconservancy.org/annual.

Warning signs for carbon monoxide presence told

Is carbon monoxide in your home? Be alert for a large yellow and unsteady burner flame, a pungent odor when an appliance is in use, and unexplained nausea, drowsiness, headaches, dizziness, etc., says a Southern California Gas Co. spokesman.

Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless, tasteless gas that is formed when carbonbased fuels are burned with inadequate amounts of oxygen through a process known as incomplete combustion.

If exposed to high or prolonged concentrations, carbon monoxide can cause a number of ill effects to serious illness or even death.

If you’re unsure of carbon monoxide presence in your home, contact SoCalGas at 800-427-2200. Don’t use the suspected gas appliance until it has been inspected and determined safe by a qualified professional.

WESTIN BONAVENTURE Hotel was part of urban renewal.

Tour of Dodger Stadium on AIA breakfast Series

L.A. Dodgers executive Janet Marie Smith will speak at the AIA/LA City Leaders Breakfast Series on Thurs., May 16.

The reception will take place at Dodger Stadium, The Event Suite, 1000 Elysian Park Ave., from 8 to 10 a.m.

A tour of recent improvements at the site will be on the tour with Smith, who is senior VP, planning and development for the Dodgers.

Others scheduled on the series' roundtable discussion include Rios Clementi Hale Studios, Larchmont Blvd., Fri., June 7.

Martha Welborne, executive director for countywide planning METRO, will be the featured speaker Fri., Nov. 1.

Wayne Ratkovich, president and CEO of The Ratkovch Co., will talk Fri., Nov. 15. Tickets are $15 members; $30 nonmembers. For more information visit the L.A. chapter of the American Institute of Architects, aialosangeles.org.

Modernism in desert setting The Regional Modernism in Palm Springs AIA Committee on Design Spring Conference will take place Thurs., May 9 to Sun., May 12 at the Riviera Resert and Spa. The event opens with a reception at the Ace Hotel.

The Tramway gas station, Palm Springs Art Museum, and Hotel Lautner among features as well as guest speakers. For more information visit aiala.org.

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Museum Row

A+D gala is packed, Turrell lights at LACMA, Petersen braves Baja ARCHITECTURE+DESIGN MUSEUM—"Celebrate the Journey," annual gala and fundraiser, is Sat., May 11 from 7 to 11 p.m. Carry-on luggage created by noted architects and designers and a curated silent auction are featured.

• "Windshield Perspective" Beverly Blvd. from Normandie to Virgil choreographed drive exhibit. Opening reception is Fri., May 17 from 6 to 9 p.m.

Ends July 9.

6032 Wilshire Blvd.; 323932-9393; www.aplusd.org.

CRAFT AND FOLK ART MUSEUM—Make granny squares or knit letters to cover the outside of the museum with Yarn Bombing L.A.-Knit Graffiti Collective on Sat., May 18. Urban Letters workshop is 2 to 3 p.m. Granny squared workshop is 3:30 to 5 p.m.

Free • "Social Fabric" exhibit features contemporary artists who confront mass production and consumption through fiber-based art. Ends May 5.

• Opening reception Sat., May 25, 7 to 9 p.m. for two exhibits: "This is Not a Silent Mov-

KNITTING WORKSHOPS will dress up the Craft and Folk Art Museum on Sat., May 18.

ie: Four Contemporary Alaska Native Artists."

"Sonya Clark: Material Reflex." Fiber artist works with African, African/American hair.

Artist panel discussion is at 6 p.m. Both end Sept. 8.

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JAPAN FOUNDATION— Language classes, film screenings and exhibits are featured.

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LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART— "Pictorial Relationships in Tibetan Thangka Painting and Furniture, Park II: Animals" opens Sun., May 26. Ends May

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• "James Turrell: A Retrospective" opens May 26. Early geometric light projections to recent work with holograms and at Roden Crater in Arizona are among features.

Ticketed exhibit. Ends April 2014.

• Target Free Holiday Memorial Day Mon., May 27 at 11 a.m. Bilingual tours, art-making activities, and performances by the Music of China Ensemble at UCLA at 12:30 and 2:45 p.m.

Ticket required Call, 323-857-6010 • "Hans Richter: Encounters" opens May 5. Ends Sept. 2.

• Japanese Prints: Hokusai at LACMA" ends July 28.

• "Henri Matisse: La Gerbe" ends Sept. 8.

• "Ming Masterpieces from the Shanghai Museum" features 10 works from the Forbidden City, era 15th, 16th century. Ends June 2.

• "Ends and Exits: Contempo-

MUSIC, DANCE at Korean Cultural Center this month.

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• "Jack Stauffacher: Typographic Experiments," ends July 21.

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Statistics Corner Homes are selling w/ multiple offers! It’s all we’re hearing. But there’s actually something behind it. In fact in our neighborhood, avg. days on market (DOM) is back to where it was 5 years ago!

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LIBRARY CALENDAR

Celebrate Mother's Day, see movies, discuss books, read to dogs FAIRFAX LIBRARY 161 S. Gardner St. 323-936-6191 L.A. Quiltmakers Guild: Hands-on demonstrations.

Beginners welcome. Meets Sat., May 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Book Group: Call library for selection. Meets Tues., May 7 at 10:30 a.m.

M.S. Support Group: Meets for support for those who have or care for people with multiple sclerosis on Thurs., May 9 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Historical Novel Society: Los Angeles chapter meets this month to discuss Google Earth techniques in reading and writing historical novels on Sat., May 11 at 2 p.m.

Friends of the Library: Discuss ways to support the library on Tues., May 14 at 11 a.m.

MOMS Club of MidWilshire: Support group for Moms meets on Fri., May 17 at 3 p.m.

Medicare 101: Local medi-

care expert will give answers to questions about medicare on Thurs., May 30 at 6:30 p.m.

Ongoing Fairfax Writers Group: Open to writers of all skill levels for discussion, critique and writing exercises on Mondays at 10:30 a.m.

Computer Comfort: Handson training on the computer on Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m.

Book Sale: Lots of deals on used books and more on Wednesdays and Saturdays

SUMMER READING CLUB starts early this year with sign-ups beginning on June 3. Above, a poster at the Wilshire branch illustrates the Summer Reading Club's theme.

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LACMA Art Classes for Kids: Best for ages five to 12; meets Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3 to 4 p.m.

STAR: Library volunteers read children's stories aloud.

Call branch for days and times.

FREMONT LIBRARY 6121 Melrose Ave. 323-962-3521 Friends of the Library Book Sale: Book and cd deals on Fri., May 3 and Sat., May 4 from noon to 4 p.m.

Book Club: Meets Tues., May 14 at 6:30 p.m. Call library for this month's selection.

BARK!: Bring the family and read books to dogs on Sat., May 18 from 11 a.m. to noon. All dogs are certified to work with kids. Owner is present at all times.

Ongoing STAR: Library volunteers read children's stories aloud.

Call library for dates and times.

Computer Tutorials: Individualized instruction. Call library for appointment.

MEMORIAL LIBRARY 4625 W. Olympic Blvd.

323-938-2732 First Friday Book Club: Discuss "The Thief and the Dog" on Fri., May 3 at 1 p.m.

College 101 Seminar: Bring your university questions on Thurs., May 9 at 4 p.m.

Mother's Day Celebration: Storytelling, plant exchange and book sale to celebrate Mother's Day on Sat., May 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Ongoing Friends of the Library Book Sale: Deals on books, cds and dvds on Tuesdays from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m and Saturddays from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Night at the Movies: Screening of new or classic family friendly movies on Tuesdays at 5 p.m.

Toddler Story Time: Share stories, songs and rhymes on Wednesdays at 10 a.m.

Babies and Books: For children ages infant to 1 year to share stories, songs and

rhymes on Wednesdays at 11 a.m.

Fun & Games: Meet Wednesdays at noon to play Chinese mah jong, Scrabble, Battleship, Checkers and other games.

Sahaja Meditation: Learn meditation on Wednesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Computer Comfort Class: Computer basics on Thursdays from 1 to 2 p.m. or go online: www.laplcomputerclass.blogspot.com.

Chess Club: All skill levels welcome to come play chess on Thursdays at 6 p.m.

Knitting Circle: Meets Saturdays at 10 a.m. All skill levels welcome to come spin a yarn.

Hatha Yoga: Meets Saturdays at 12:15 p.m. Wear comfortable clothing, bring yoga mat or heavy towel.

WILSHIRE LIBRARY 149 N. St. Andrews Place 323-957-4550 Make a Mother's Day Card: Come create a card for mom on Tues., May 7 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. All ages welcome. Supplies provided.

Baby's Sleepy Storytime: For ages infant to 2 years.

Arrive in your pajamas for 15 minutes of lullabies and stories, check out some board books and then home to bed.

Mon., May 13 and 20 from 6 to 6:15 p.m.

Storytime with Sybil: Kids ages 3 to 5 years can share stores, songs and rhymes on Wed., May 8, 22 and 29 at 10 a.m.

Ongoing Citizenship classes: Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. No charge for class or materials. For more information call 213-251-3411.

Library Hours

Mon., Weds. – 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Tues., Thurs. – 12:30 - 8 p.m.

Fri., Sat. – 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Closed Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day

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Shows and sales More than 150 varieties of rooted chrysanthemum cuttings will be available at a show and sale hosted by the Descanso Chrysanthemum Society on Sat., May 11 and Sun., May 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Many perennial flowers and shrubs, tomatoes and other vegetable plants will also be for sale.

The Epiphyllum Society of America will hold its annual flower show and sale on Sat., May 18 and Sun., May 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. In addition to live plants, the show includes pictures, flower arrangements and related epiphytic plants.

The Santa Anita Bonsai Society will display trees trained to look like miniature forest giants on Sat., May 25, Sun., May 26 and Mon., May 27 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Plants and trees will be for sale, and there will be daily demonstrations on bonsai culture.

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Live music, an old-fashioned barn dance, calliopes, horses, stage coach rides and ropers and Mexican folk dancers will join in Wild West Days on Sat., May 4 and Sun., May 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Live music and entertainment include The Show Ponies on Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. and singing cowboy Michael Tims both days from 10 a.m. to noon.

Workshops Old stone sinks and animal troughs have been used to grow plants for many years.

Learn to make them at a hypertufa pot workshop using cement, coir peat and pearlite on Sat. May 4 from 10 a.m. to noon. All materials are provid-

VISITORS OF ALL AGES can enjoy a guided walking tour through Descanso Gardens on Sat., May 4.

The Bard and the bees, Mother’s Day celebration and Sundays, May 4, 5, 11 and 12, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The entire family will enjoy a story of the power of love when the California Shakespeare Festival presents “Beauty & the Beast.” The “Into the Enchanted Forest” story time takes place on Saturdays at 11:30 a.m.

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The meeting takes place at the Griffith Park Visitors Center Auditorium, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr. Non-members are welcome. The meeting begins at 9:15 a.m. with coffee and refreshments.

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Dining and entertainment Feast on barbecued selections and fresh fare prepared

by Patina and served in the picnic grounds when Spring Tailgate returns on Saturdays

cial women in your life at a Mother’s Day brunch in the Rose Garden on Sat., May 11 and Sun., May 12. Saturday seatings are at 10 and 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.; Sunday at 9 and 10:30 a.m., noon and 1:30 p.m. Reservations required by Tues., May 8 at patinagroup. com/descanso.

Walks Meet at the Center Circle to explore the Rose Garden on a guided tour on Sat., May 4 at 1:30 p.m.

A guided walking tour with garden staff is on Sat., May 18 at 1:30 p.m.

See the wild side of Descanso on a walk for birders of all levels with Karen Johnson of the Audubon Society on Sun., May 26 from 8 to 9 a.m. Bring binoculars and wear comfortable shoes.

Bees, trees and more Two borer insects are newly identified threats to local oaks.

Learn more about these pests and how to protect your trees on Sat., May 4 at 10:30 a.m.

Bees are important pollinators and vital to the environment. Learn about their behavior at a seminar by entomologist Dr. Gordon Frankie on Sat., May 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Participants will use microscopes to study bee morphology, collect specimens and learn to pin and label.

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A+D gala, Turrell lights, Baja race (Continued from page 11) exhibit includes a selection of annotated scripts, production photography, lenses and cameras, set models and costumes. Ends June 30.

• "Levitated Mass" 340-ton boulder suspended above a walkway, ongoing.

• "Metropolis II" sculpture by Chris Burden has 1,100 miniature cars. See the exhibit in action Fridays and weekends.

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PETERSEN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM—"Baja Day" off-road vehicle show starts at 9 a.m. on Sat., May 4.

"Braving Baja: 1000 Miles to Glory" exhibit features buggies, motorcycles and more from the legendary off-road race. Ends Sept. 2.

• "Mother's Day Bag Bedazzle" Sat., May 4 from 1 to 4 p.m.

drop-in arts and crafts workshop. Book reading with L.A. Book PALS is at 2 p.m.

• "Breakfast Club Cruise-In" Sun., May 26, 9 a.m. to noon.

Last Sunday of every month.

• "Fins: Form without Function" revisits a design built to resemble a jet fighter space rocket's tailfin. A 1959 Cadillac to the 1937 Delage Aerosport are among those featured. Ends February 2014.

• "Aerodynamics: From Art to Science" ends May 27.

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ZIMMER CHILDREN'S MUSEUM—Sunday family drop-in programs are: Show & Tell the Art of Giving, May 5, 2 to 4 p.m.

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Office dispute questions right way to treat a cold Please help settle our office dispute. Our boss, generally infallible, maintains the selftreatment cold/fever axiom to be: “Feed a cold, starve a fever.” We say it’s starve a fever.

Which is it and what’s the origin of this hotly debated statement? asks Jennifer Conklin.

This is a close one. Both words are maddeningly similar in spelling and meaning and both versions have been used Aurora over the Silk Road May 19, (2 to 4 p.m.) Puppets and performances tell of the ancient trade route in Xinjiang, China.

Make Memorial Day Crafts May 26, 3 to 4 p.m., in honor of those who have served for our freedom.

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Watch paleontologists search for Ice Age fossils and plants on site, and see their finds in the Fish Bowl Lab. 5801 Wilshire Blvd., 323934-PAGE; tarpits.org LOS ANGELES MUSEUM CAUST— OF THE HOLO­ Tours by Survivors of the Holocaust, interactive exhibits on display.

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for a very long time. On one hand and contrary to modern/ popular belief, this old adage doesn’t refer to separate maladies but to only the Professorcold. It was Knowbelieved that It-All if a sufferer could keep the cold from generating an elevated temperature he or she was much more likely to recover quickly. I was at first inclined to give the nod to the Middle English word stave because the expression implies that if you feed a cold you could forestall or hold off the usual accompanying fever.

However, on the other hand, starve is Old English—a much older word and that usually is my overwhelming criteria of choice. I’m afraid I can’t, in all conscience, make the call.

You have the evidence dear readers, which version do you choose? *** Why, when I have a feeling about something, is it a “hunch?” wonders Peter Fagerholm.

“Hunch” is the shortened form of “hunchback.” In ancient times a thusly deformed person was thought to have been touched by the gods and was thereby believed to have

mystical powers to interpret natural events and/or see into the future. As you might recall, Victor Hugo depicted Quasimodo, the Hunchback of Notre Dame, in a mostly sympathetic light. Because of his handicap, the bell-ringer was considered to be a human talisman to the superstitious people of Paris. *** What’s the origin of “trump,” as in the card game of bridge? ponders Tony Bailey.

A “trump” card is a playing card of a suit ranking above the other three for the duration of a deal or game. So, the act of trumping your opponent's card in order to take tricks allows you to “triumph” in the game. And that’s the origin of the word—from the French triomphe. *** Why are things that are honest “above board?” asks Tom Broderick.

When 17th century card sharps (contrary to popular belief, the word is not shark) wanted to cheat by changing their cards, they would put their hands under the board or table to accomplish the switch.

Professor Know-It-All is the nom de plume of Bill Bentley, who invites readers to try and stump him. Send your questions to willbent@prodigy.net.

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