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Make A Wish Foundation 30 Years Anniversary Gala
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Inner-City Arts Awards Gala for Underserved Children
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Big Brothers Big Sisters Rising Stars Gala... The Big Bash
Robert Iger, Chairman & CEO of The Walt Disney Company presents the Walt Disney Man of the Year Award to Roy P. Disney
Fred and Mary Willard (BBBSLA Guild President)
Grammy Award winning singer and voice actress Jodi Benson performing on stage
BBBSLA Guild President Mary Willard (center) Gala Chairs Sandy Bilson (L) Sarah Purcell (RT)
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Rob Moore, Vice Chairman of Paramount Pictures and Sherry Lansing present the Sherry Lansing Award to Megan Colligan (L) President of Domestic Marketing and Distribution of Paramount Pictures
honored Roy P. Disney, Megan Colligan and Cynthis BengtsonBudzyn at its annual event raising more than $750,000 to support its many programs. The Guild of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles (BBBSLA) honored outstanding members of the Los Angeles at The Beverly Hilton Hotel. Awards recognized individuals who are inspiring and positive role models for young people. Roy P. Disney, Chairman, CEO and Founder, The Apogee Companies received the Walt Disney Man of the Year Award; Megan Colligan, President of Domestic Marketing and Distribution, Paramount Pictures, received the Sherry Lansing Award; and
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Cynthia Bengtson-Budzyn, Co-Founder, Big Sisters of Los Angeles, was recipient of the Trailblazer Award. The evening featured a special performance by Grammy Award winning singer and voice actress Jodi Benson and singer/songwriter Jensen McRae performed a special song she wrote for Big Brothers Big Sisters. Sherry Lansing and Steve Soboroff served as Honorary Gala Chairs; BBBSLA Guild Members Sandy Bilson and Sarah Purcell, Co-Chaired. For 58 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles, one of the largest youth mentoring organizations in the country, has served children and families facing adversity. Photos: Vince Bucci www.BBBSLA.org.
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John Wayne 24TH Annual Talk of the Town Gala
Honorees Ann-Margret and Robert Wagner
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honored Ann-Margaret, Robert Wagner and Bill and Roseann Patterson at its star-studded black-tie gala with special performances by the legendary O始Jays and Emceed by actress/comedian Kym Whitley. The spectacular event held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, raised funds for breast and prostate cancer research at the John Wayne Cancer Institute (JWCI) at Saint John始s Health Center. Actress Ann-Margret received the Spirit of Entertainment Award, actor Robert Wagner was honored with the Spirit of Hollywood Award and business leaders and community advocates Bill
and Roseann Patterson were recipients of the Spirit of Hope Award. ABCs President Gloria Gebbia and First Vice President Sheri Rosenblum co-chaired the event. Since 1981, the family of John Wayne has been committed to pioneering cancer research in memory of their father, who died of cancer. For more than 30 years, the dedicated physicians and scientists at the John Wayne Cancer Institute (JWCI) have made groundbreaking discoveries that have changed the way cancer is detected, diagnosed and treated around the world. JWCI provides hope to cancer patients everywhere. Visit www.jwci.org. Photos: Vince Bucci
JWCI Chairman Patrick Wayne (L) presented the Spirit of Entertainment Award to Ann-Margret, Michael Wayne (R)
Donald & Shelly Sterling presented the Spirit of Hope Award to Roseann and Bill Patterson on stage
President & CEO of JWCI & St. John始s Health Center Mike Wall, JWCI Chairman Patrick Wayne, ABCs president Gloria Gebbia and honoree Robert Wagner
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12TH Annual Eagle & Badge Gala IN THE LINE OF DUTY AWARDS
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Honoree and Former Police Officer, Councilman Joe Buscaino, pictured here with President of The Eagle and Badge Foundation, Peter Repovich, after receiving his award
CALIFORNIA and Los Angeles Government officials of the Event, “and we look forward to recognizing their Honorees Joe Buscaino and Kamala D. Harris gathered with Hollywood VIPs to celebrate the Los dedication and commitment to the citizens of Los Angeles with Event Chair Arthur M. Kassel Angeles Police Protective Leagueʼs annual event to and the State.” honor Attorney General Kamala D. Harris, SAG-AFTRA The Eagle & Badge Foundation was founded 12 years President Ken Howard, Los Angeles City Councilman Joe ago by the Los Angeles Police Protective League and Buscaino and and Philanthropist/Businessman Shlomo Rechnitz. Guests enjoyed several community leaders to help members of law enforcement and their families with exciting special musical performances by two-time Grammy winning singer songwriter extraordinary expenses when affected by health or other critical issues, expenses not Colbie Caillat and Queen Latifah Showʼs favorite girl group IdentityPOP4, along with the covered by insurance or other sources. Recent donations from the Foundation have event host Entertainment Tonight broadcaster Mary Hart. Los Angeles Mayor Eric included funding of special therapy equipment required by an officerʼs wife severely Garcetti served as Honorary Event Chair and businessman Arthur Kassel was the Gala injured in a fall; three specially trained service dogs for autistic children of LAPD officers; Event Chair. LAPD Chief Charlie Beck and Steve Soboroff, President of the LA Police an airline flight for an officer to attend his fatherʼs funeral; support for an officerʼs family Commission were the Honorary Co-Chairs and Event Co-Chair was Tyler Izen, President traumatized by the tornados in their home state, and payment of numerous household of the Los Angeles Police Protective League. bills for an officer living with cancer. The Foundation also provides funding for police The red carpet event took place at the JW Marriott Los Angeles @ LA Live. “Each based organizations in the community which in turn continue to help many thousands of of this yearʼs honorees are truly outstanding leaders in their chosen fields,” announced individuals, most of them children. Peter R. Repovich, President of the Eagle & Badge Foundation and Executive Chairman www.EagleandBadgeFoundation.org. 8 // bhtmag.com //
The Thalians
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—60 years of “Hollywood for Mental Health” presented their $100,000 gift to UCLAʼs Dr. Thomas Strouse for “Operation Mend” services for returning wounded warriors. The Thalians “Hollywood for Mental Health” has shined the spotlight into the dark abyss of mental illness, bringing it into the light of healing for millions; from pediatric to geriatric patients. The Thalians built a Mental Health center and supported research, education and treatment,helping to improve countless lives. The Thalians have now focused their attention and tireless efforts on the vitally needed care of our returning veterans — our wounded warriors. UCLAʼs “OPERATION MEND” works to restore broken bodies. The THALIANS works to restore broken minds and spirits. www.The Thalians.org
Cheech Marin Front: Ruta Lee Chair Emeritus, Stephanie Hibler, Barbara Cohen Wolfe, Kira Lorsch. Back: Frank Sheftel, Brian Theobald, Larry Wolfe, Andrew McDonald. Not pictured: Debbie Reynolds (Founder) Irwin Lehrhoff (President).
Granting A Wish
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Kobe Bryant and his personal hero
Giuliana Rancic speaks at the Make-A-Wish 30th Anniversary Gala
MAKE-A-WISH Greater Los Angelesʼ held its "The Wishing Well Winter Gala" at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel celebrating 30
Mayor Eric Garcetti
years of granting wishes in the greater Los Angeles area. Very special attendees were the “Wish Kids” who have had their wishes granted by the non-profit organization, were on hand as Make-A-Wish honored three of LAʼs finest: Kobe Bryant, Sam Nazarian of SBE, and the Childrenʼs Hospital of Los Angeles. Kobe Bryant has granted more than 100 Wishes, taking photos, shooting hoops and making dreams come true for dozens of “Wish Kids.” Make-A-Wish grants the wish of a child diagnosed with a lifethreatening medical condition in the United States, and its territories, on average — every 38 minutes. The organization believes that a wish experience can be a game-changer and inspires all people to grant wishes that change the lives of the kids. Wishes are only made possible through the hard work of many dedicated staff, volunteers, donors and other supporters and helps children feel stronger, more energetic, more willing and able to battle their life-threatening medical conditions. www.wish.org.
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TWO CHICKS AND A DUCK By Jackie Seely & Suzanne Takowsky
(OR IS IT A DRAKE?...) MAJOR QUACKS IN THE DUCK DYNASTY Why was Phil Robertson interviewed by GQ magazine? Yes, Phil is a multi-millionaire swamp angel, but isnʼt GQ magazine about fashionable, handsome, suave, sophisticated, gentlemen? Way, way, WAY out here in the wild, wild, WILD west — in the hills — Beverly Hills California of course — when we think of GQ magazine we think of a red carpet cutie like George Clooney. NOT Big Foot. What next? PEOPLE magazine voting Phil “The Sexiest Man Alive”? Geez Louise. Itʼs not that we donʼt like hunky men with hair on their chests. And, maybe a little strategically placed stubble on their faces... But GQ magazine is the last place on earth we thought weʼd see an interview with a sasquatch! Could Duck Dynasty be the dawn of a new version of the Beverly Hillbillies? If so, the sweet innocent mountaineers of days gone by — the Jed, Jethro, Elly Mae and Granny we all loved — have been replaced by a bossy, mean-spirited, bible thumping, sanctimonious, know-it-all bigot who canʼt get enough of himself. And, doesnʼt know when to keep his mouth shut when asked a question or when giving off-the-cuff statements he is not equipped to answer. Phil might be a hillbilly from the backwoods of Louisiana (his claim to fame) but thatʼs no excuse to go stupid when the cameras stop rolling. On screen of course ... he can talk stupid all he wants because thatʼs what heʼs getting paid the BIG $$$$ to do. As God-loving Christians we are very sure when Jesus Christ died on the cross, he died FOR ALL MANKIND asking us to love, forgive, support, help and protect our brothers and sisters. Isnʼt that what the bible is all about? Isnʼt that what God and Jesus Christ are known for? Whatʼs scary to us isnʼt that Phil canʼt complete a sentence. NO! Whatʼs scary to us is there are millions of bigots who agree with Phil that when it comes to equality of human beings, people either have to fit the “mold” — or they are scum. Not quite as scary BUT still traumatizing to us was the pair of womenʼs slippers we saw in Walmart with Philʼs face and huge beard (fake fur) that drags on the ground when you walk. SEXY NOT. Even though we donʼt watch Philʼs show, we doubt viewers have seen a pulpit in his house; maybe, a few rifles, shotguns, pistols and hunting knives. And, we are also sure Philʼs loosely translated bible scripture is not word-for-word from the bible. As we recall the words anus and vagina were never used in any sermon by Jesus Christ. BUT what is written in the Bible word-for-word is... “love your neighbor as yourself.” NOT love your neighbor as yourself as long as he or she believes what you believe! WAIT. Itʼs the flu season. Could Phil have caught a bad case of the “BIRD” flu or maybe a bad case of the “Convenient Christianity” flu? Anybody have any “cure” for a bad case of “BIRD” flu or “Convenient Christianity” flu? PLEASE! PLEASE! PLEASE! Pass the remedy onto Phil, and anybody else you run into that has lost an ability to think because their brains have been sucked out of their skulls from the “BIRD” flu or the “Convenient Christianity” flu. As much as weʼd like to say it ainʼt so… it seems the gigantic three foot hairball underneath Philʼs chin has drained vital brain cells out of his self-proclaimed “white trash” skull. Sadly, the after-effects seem to have left his dim-witted thought process as desolate as his reality wasteland. A Quick Question For Phil. Dude, what the DUCK were you thinking by spilling every random thought that popped into your head during that GQ interview? People who watch your show (and we know plenty cuz weʼre from a hick town in Utah that has tons of fowlloving hunters) and they donʼt recall you saying trashy comments on air. And where the hell were your handlers while you were speaking with an alien tongue? You never heard a black man or woman complain about toiling hour after hour and day after day and year after year in the fields to make white landowners rich while they lived in horrific poverty? Or having
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the no-nuts to intimate gays are degenerates. Dude, do you have any idea how stupid you sound? We all have moments when we lose touch with our thoughts and spit out a thing or two we later regret. But dude, your desperate need to share went on and on and on and on for 100 pages! Too bad someone didnʼt have a little Duck tape handy to close your mouth and end your need to ramble. Half of America loves that frog eating puss of yours. No need to blur our vision of perfection with off-the-cuff, ludicrous comments that interrupted the spirit-filled holiday Christmas and Christianity vibe of: “God Bless Us Everyone” — something men, women and children throughout the world deserve to hear and believe. But letʼs keep things in perspective. Thereʼs little doubt Philʼs unacceptable and uneducated remarks had been simmering on the back burner just waiting to be unleashed at the drop of a hat or GQ interview. Weʼre not talking rocket scientist or Nobel Peace Prize winner. For those NOT-IN-THE-KNOW a duck call whistle (responsible for Philʼs bulging bank account) is used to lure a duck in so a hunter can blow its head off. Weʼre not sure about this cuz weʼre just two chicks, but isnʼt it kind of wimpy for a guy to have to blow a whistle to
seduce a sitting duck in for the kill? Just askinʼ… When it comes to Quacked-Up entertainers why canʼt they do their gig and go home. And shut up. And roll in the bucks. And bask in the glory. And keep their opinions to themselves. Why is it so important for Quacked-Up entertainers to use a public platform to let the world know what they think? Or, is it thunk? Why do they think or thunk we care? Most of us have enough personal crap to occupy us for 12 years. So, if you are a Quacked-Up desperado entertainer and feel the need to vocalize personal views to an audience, gather friends and family around the kitchen table and purge yourself dry. We donʼt need additional nonsense input unless, youʼre Kathy Griffin or Chelsea Handler. Period. Nobody else. PERIOD. Bottom Line: Is what you have to say for the greater good of mankind, or a bad case of uncontrollable blow hard, narcissistic grandstanding? Not YOU, but public opinion will be the judge. The jury. And the executioner. Sara Palin was quoted as saying she was sick of the intolerants. And we couldnʼt agree more. With Phil tossing in his two cents worth in the mutha-of-all-mutha rants, itʼs apparent nothing is worse than an ignorant intolerant. Yes, we are entitled to free speech, but does free speech include malicious and humiliating comments about others? We see it as a step backward in our goal to unite all people from every walk of life in peace regardless of their sexual orientation, religious beliefs or racial heritage. Until we find it in our hearts to abide by the bibleʼs and respect and accept others for who they are… we cannot call ourselves believers in God, or in the teachings of Jesus Christ. QUACK. QUACK. QUACK.
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A Place Called Home
A Place Called Homeʼs Dance Troop Photos: Zach Lipp
Celebrates 20 Years at its Gala for the Children Event A Place Called Home (APCH), a South Central Los Angeles based organization providing a safe haven and proven
programs to improve the lives of underserved youth, celebrated 20 years by honoring three outstanding Southland community leaders at its “Gala for the Children” at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel. The event raised an estimated $1.2 million featuring an elegant dinner for 600 guests. Honorees included: Sister Patricia Connor, ROSH and the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary, Jack Sugar and Dr. Philip Goglia. Jonathan Zeichner, executive director of APCH, spoke of the honorees tireless work for their community and their support for A Place Called Home. “We believe itʼs important for us to highlight and applaud the good works undertaken in our community by those who truly care about improving the quality of young lives. Clearly, Sister Pat, Jack Suzar and Dr. Goglia fall into that category and are worthy of our respect and recognition.” Sister Patricia Connor, RSHM and her Congregation received the Debrah Constance Humanitarian Award for work with APCH and a worldwide commitment to serving the needs of underprivileged women and children. Sister Pat became connected with APCH more than 16 years ago and serves on its Board of Directors, volunteering in its high school dropout recovery program for several years. The APCH Community Builder Award went to Jack Suzar, managing director of Bel Air Investment Advisors LLC in Los Angeles. A past chairman of the Board of Directors of The City of Hope National Medical Center and the Beckman Research Institute, Jack served on the Board of Advisors at USC Leventhal School of Accounting and as president of the Board for Jewish Vocational Services. The APCH Childrenʼs Inspiration Award went to Dr. Philip Goglia, an expert in metabolic nutrition; founder of Performance Fitness Concerns, one of the nationʼs most respected performance nutrition, and rejuvenative health and wellness clinics, helping professional athletes world wide. He also serves as the nutritional consultant for the “Dr. Phil Show” and “The Doctors”. A cancer survivor, Dr. Goglia understands nutrition and its impact on good health. A Place Called Home (APCH) is a A Place Called Homeʼs music safe haven in South Central Los Angeles where underserved youth are empowered to take ownprogram member performs. ership of their lives through programs in education, arts and well-being. Visit www.apch.org.
Jonathan Zeichner and gala host John Salley
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BASED in Sausalito, California, in itself a popular habitat for wildlife both marine and airborne, awardwinning tour operator Wild Planet Adventures (http://www.wildplanetadventures.com/) guides guests on paths rarely traveled when it comes to meaningful interaction with rare and exotic wildlife. This assures that rather than game viewing as a random occurrence, the drama is plotted against what’s actually happening within the ecosystems that the elusive animals frequent. Since 1991 its wildlife-centric tours have attracted animal enthusiasts worldwide who value the company’s carefully charted explorations into raw nature, assuring that its guests have a front row and center and nearly always private viewings of “Nature, red in tooth and claw…” Following a philosophy that interacting with and deciphering nature has the power to transform lives, tours are conducted in Belize, Borneo, Brazil, Costa Rica, Galapagos, India, Laos, Panama, Peru, Thailand, and Zambia. Knowing that ‘seeing is believing’ and often the catalyst that drives one to experience a phenomenon firsthand, Wild Planet Adventures has recently rebuilt and enhanced its high resolution website showcasing the world’s most exotic, endangered and wonderful wildlife. Inside viewers are treated to high-definition, largeformat photo and video galleries of the creatures in the wild, linked to the specific trips where you may experience a personal encounter with these incredible creatures. “With eye-popping photographs we’ve been able to get viewers as close as possible to real travel moments and the exhilaration of authentic wildlife encounters,” says Josh Cohen, Wild Planet Adventures founder and owner. “We’ve used as many authentic photographs as we could on the new website, submitted directly by our travelers and guides. There will also be upcoming photo contests for travelers to submit their photos, with winning photos published on our website and our annual catalog.” For those with a penchant for unusually weird and wonderful wildlife, there’s a special tab that lists the strangest of animals, where they can be seen on each trip, and even the likelihood of sightings. On this completely re-designed website visitors can cross-reference destinations and wildlife they’d like to see. “Our new website provides substantial detail in a pleasing format that’s like taking a journey itself. You’re not overwhelmed by information the minute you visit the home page,” promises Cohen. “In the process of traveling through our site, you learn more about the world’s most amazing wildlife and where they can be seen.” Throughout the site the emphasis is about telling stories about the destinations, the wildlife, and the people, all relayed by stunning photographs. A delightfully playful story of a meerkat and a lemur traveling together is told through photos as a unique way of introducing a revolutionary new travel companion-finder for single travelers. And if you stumble upon a “page Not Found 404 Error” get ready for a funny surprise. Wild Planet Adventures also believes in giving back where and when possible. In addition to exclusive view
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Bandhavgarh NP Tiger
Slow loris ings of wildlife in their natural habitats, tour guest learn about best practices to conserve regions and wildlife by visiting eco-responsible rescue centers and research organizations. Expert biologist and naturalist guides operate under strict protocols to minimize impact and habituation. Trip participation also assists conservation efforts. Here is a partial list of some of the strangest, most wonderful animals seen on the website and possibly encountered while on a Wild Planet Adventures tour:
Proboscis Monkey
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Borneo: Orangutan, proboscis monkey, pygmy elephant, bearded pig, color-changing flying frog, flying lemur, Draco flying lizard…
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Brazil: Jaguar, Brazilian tapir, South American coati, Bare Ear marmoset, Harpy eagle, ocelot, puma, agouti…
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Costa Rica: Blue Morpho butterflies, Basilisk (Jesus Christ lizards), poison arrow frogs, Resplendent
Orangutan kissing her baby
Clouded Leopard
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Pygmy Marmoset
Black Rhino by Elephants
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Quetzals, jaguar, Fleishman's glass frogs (see-through), Leatherback Turtles… India: Rhesus monkey, wild buffalo, Sambar deer, mongoose, Monitor lizards, tiger, Sloth bear, Golden jackal, pythons, King vulture, Siberian crane… Peru: Brown capuchin monkey, dusty headed titi monkey, capybara, giant river otter, pygmy marmoset, emperor tamarin, monk saki, tapir, aguarundi, puma, ocelot, bush dog…
Langur monkeys
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Thailand: Gibbons, Langurs, Leaf monkeys, Civets, Barking deer, Crested Serpent eagles, Indian Rollers, Minivets, Kingfishers, Tiger, Clouded leopard, Malaysian Sun bear, Asiatic bear, Flying fox, Giant porcupine, Slow loris…
Contact Wild Plan et Adven tures The expert wildlife guides of Wild Planet Adventures go the extra mile to explore remote wildlife habitat and study wildlife patterns in destinations not often accessible to the general public. Thanks to the company’s comprehensive
itineraries that balance diverse and complex ecosystems and habitats, guests enjoy wildlife and game viewing that is carefully aligned with animals’ seasonal, daily and nocturnal migrations. For a more information and a complimentary 2014 catalog call toll-free 1.800.990.4376, or e-mail: trips@wildplanetadventures.com. To review current trips, schedules and itineraries log onto: http://www.wildplanetadventures.com/.
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THE Moran Stanley Foundation set the
mood for holiday giving by sponsoring, Food on Foot, a 501(c)(3) non-profit charity for underserved adults and children in Los Angeles. Food on Foot opened its doors in 1996 and began serving meals each Sunday in Hollywood rapidly gaining volunteers and financial support. On Sunday, December 15th over 200 people were fed and many received clothing from the efforts of the charity and the Morgan Stanley Foundation. The Food on Foot program also offers assistance in the transition to employment and life off the streets. What initially began as the distribution of meals from the trunk of a car, has grown through the dedication of its volunteer services for the homeless, disabled, elderly and low-income adults and children. Over a three week period, FOF competed against nine other California nonprofits and received the most online votes, winning a $10,000 grant for the Work for Food program through the Clearinghouse CDFI Challenge. A person for the organization said, “We're so grateful to everyone who voted daily and spread the word to friends, family, and colleagues. A special thanks to our friend and long time supporter, Neil Patrick Harris, who wrote, "So glad you won. So glad I could help. So glad you continue to do what you do." And a special thanks to Morgan Stanley Senior Vice President Graham OʼKelly for bringing together the Morgan Stanley Foundation and the Food on Foot organization as they combine their efforts to help people throughout the greater Los Angeles area achieve improved lives and futures. If you would like to volunteer with or donate to Food on Foot, please call 310-442-0088 or find them on the web: www.foodonfoot.org.
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How To Make Difficult People
DISAPPEAR! PEOPLE and frustration can appear to go hand-in-hand when stress runs higher than usual. In our personal lives this is especially apparent around the holidays and during family events when circumstances dictate that we are going to be in the company of people who make us uncomfortable with their words and actions. This scenario can also happen at work where we may have difficult team members, clients or outside business associates who we must interact with in order to accomplish business-related goals and obligations.
There is little doubt that people and their many differences can be frustrating. Therefore, is it possible to find a way to make their difficult behavior disappear? 4 PROVEN METHODS THAT WORK!
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Shift Your Focus. At work, you donʼt have to reassign “Diva Diane” or involve Human Resources when “Dropout Dan” is at it again. Shift your focus and your expectations. If you believe your days will be filled with drama, conflict and difficult people, guess what? Thatʼs what youʼll find and attract. Change the mindset of... “Her work isn’t bad” to... “Her work is pretty good.” Change your belief from one of dread to... “This might not be so bad.” This simple shift helps difficult behavior dissipate because your brain will automatically no longer seek opportunities to validate prior negative beliefs, or combative statements. Your brain operates like radar and takes your instructions well. If you tell your brain... “She’s a pain in the neck,” you subconsciously look for all the things
In many cases... WE train others how to treat us. Praise or a small reward can result in an equal and reciprocal positive action. Sprinkle positive reinforcement on what others do. Be sincere. Stop looking for goofs and screw-ups to “confirm” your judgment that someone is difficult or inept.
that emphasize and validate this belief. Start the new year with dedication to change the data you put in that computer called — your brain. Then, get ready. A miracle is about to happen right before your eyes. Avoid bribes and use “sprinkles.” In the first chapter of • Make Difficult People Disappear, Cybil, the main character is
Psychology & Health
A New Year... A New Beginning... by
Monica Wofford, CSP
faced with a need to bribe her son into accepting her compromise when the need to bake cookies didnʼt make it to her blackberry. Anyone who has been a child, or has a child knows about bribes and behavior modifications. In many cases, we train others how to treat us. Praise or a small reward often results in an equal, reciprocal positive action. Sprinkle some positive reinforcement on what others do that you like or admire. Be sincere. Stop looking for the goofs and screwups to “confirm” your judgment that someone is difficult or inept. Instead, find something, regardless of how small it may be—to offer praise. Sprinkle some praise around every chance you get. AND, donʼt fall over when you get some back.
Assign more accurate labels. We all hear conversations • differently, have varied view points and discern situations and
peopleʼs behaviors in distinctive ways. We do this because we look through our own LENS, so to speak; one reflective of our own personality and experiences. Through our lens, pictures we create of someone is captured, stored and labeled. This automatically happens because we live in a world of fast-moving information, constant requests and devices that ding, ring, and beep relentlessly begging for our attention. We simplify that information with “automated” labeling produced by our brains for easy reference and recall. Yet, research proves most “labels” we assign to others are wrong. In actuality they are “pre-conceived judgments” based on how we would behave or what we would do in the same situation. And we automatically do so without consideration for the fact that the other person is NOT you or I. What if the label we chose was “different” rather than “difficult”. Would someone who is say...“different” frustrate us as much as someone whom we have labeled “difficult”?
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Let Intentions Count. At varied times, most of us feel like we live in a cruel and violent world. But realistically, not everyone is out to get us or has an ulterior motive. Not everyone means to cut us off on a freeway or sneak in to steal a parking space. Most parents do not possess the power to quite a screaming toddler who might have disrupted a dinner in our favorite restaurant, and no retail store would intentionally lose money by making a calculated decision to purposely run out of an item on “sale”—an item we wanted to buy for a special present. More times than not there is more to any story than meets the outside eye. Refuse to look or dig for mean-spirited actions from people. Donʼt anticipate bad results waiting in the wings. Automatically assume people mean well and are doing the best they can — at that moment. Expect good things to happen. Expect conversations, encounters, and relationships to be easy and breezy. And, if that doesnʼt work... start saying, “Well, bless your heart” more. It will make you smile and as if by magic, when youʼre looking for the good and smiling, you will find just that — much the same as when you are looking for the ... well ... bad, mean, negative, less than good. For More Information: Monica@ContagiousCompanies.com or feel free to call 1-866-382-0121. Please Visit: www.ContagiousCompanies.com
Monica Wofford, CSP has been a professional speaker and trainer for more than 20 years and author of the runaway hot topic book — Make Difficult People Disappear. Her training firm, Contagious Companies, was founded on the premise that leadership isn’t something we are born with, but learn to develop. Monica is also the author of Contagious Leadership, and has been referred to as... “The best trainer ever seen!” Winner of numerous awards in both the business and training industires, she takes her Certified Speaking Credentials around the world producing engaging, entertaining seminars that have helped thousands of people transform their lives using selfenhancing motivation with postive actions to produce long-term success in their personal and professional lives.
“You really can Make Difficult People Disappear and feel better in the process. It’s not as difficut as you may think. People are typically not difficult on purpose. They can, however, become difficult when we expect them to behave differently than what is natural for them.” — Monica Wofford // bhtmag.com // 17
Inner-City Arts Gala
DIGGING DEEP
HOW TO LIVE FEARLESS SEVEN DAYS A WEEK By Thomas F. Greene
CHANGE isnʼt always easy, but incredibly itʼs not
Imagine Gala honorees Gil Garcetti, Cheryl Hines, Charles Arnoldi and Ralph Pucci
INNER-CITY Arts is a vibrant arts education program of learning for under-
served children in the heart of Skid Row. Its Imagine Gala at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. honored award-winning artist Charles Arnoldi; photographer and former District Attorney Gil Garcetti; actress/producer/director Cheryl Hines; and design innovator/entrepreneur Ralph Pucci. Geoffrey Anenberg and Jay Mangel, Co-Chaired and Board member Eric Schotz served as MC with a musical performance by R&B singer Maxine Nightingale and the Inner-City Arts Repertory Dance Company. More than $700,000 was raised to benefit the organization and its life-changing programs for Los Angeles youth. Founded in 1989 under the guidance of professional teaching artists, Inner-City Artsʼ students engage in a variety of visual and performing art forms in a real studio setting. www.inner-cityarts.org. Photos: Vince Bucci
Kathy Griffin Inner-City Arts Board Chair Joni Topperl InnerJonathan Schreter presented City Arts President & a Schreter scholarship to CEO Robert Smiland Iliana Samaniego
complicated. All change requires is commitment and that is something ONLY you can do. Digging Deep — How To Live Fearless Seven Days A Week... is a 30 day commitment. Forget the obstacles, negatives and thoughts of self-doubt. Manifest your destiny. Take credit for changes you see. Each day commit to reading one chapter and reference the questions at the end. Each chapter is part of a process for recognizing awareness, seeing the fear, overcoming it. Here are key points to think about.
The Illusion of the Fear
Fear keeps us trapped in the confines of walls of thought. Those thoughts have been etched into our existence from a very young age. Along with the way we talk to people, aspects of our fear dictate many things: the type of person we date or marry, the jobs we seek out, how we react to strangers, our level of comfort communicating with others. From this perspective we see how our sense of security or unease manipulates the choices we make while at the same time creating what becomes our reality. Many of us have to walk through fear and perceptions of failure before we can let go and just be. We learn to see our pain and suffering is standing between us and the light that shines within. When fear is upon us, the light is lost.
Fear keeps us trapped in the confines of walls of thought. Those thoughts have been etched into our existence from a very young age. Along with the way we talk to people, aspects of our fear dictate many things: the type of person we date or marry, the jobs we seek out, how we react to strangers, our level of comfort communicating with others. Over Coming Fear
The action of what we do is more important than what we think. Saying “NO” to our worry while walking forward to the next step is overcoming the fear that controls us. If there is no good or bad, then there is no right or left to take. The journey is ahead in every step we take. Our minds are then open to the intellect that guides the stars, warms the sun, molds the mountains and oceans, while making the intellect of thought seem like a joke. Do not let thoughts of self-doubt, negativity or feelings of insecurity mask the moment. Everything that can be or will be is contained.. The essence of the moment is the only thing that ever is. Nothing can come close to the incredible brilliance that this flicker contains. If we believe in God and proclaim His love, then to know His strength and to feel His power can only be accomplished by embracing His PRESENCE. Presence is all there is. Everything else is a lie.
Freedom from Fear
Inner-City Arts Repertory Dance Company
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Fear is the catalyst that shows us what we do not know; reminds us to wake up and let go. What we are holding onto is a contemplation of what we think we know. If God is ubiquitous, itʼs obvious we canʼt know everything. What we do understand is a minuscule perception of everything our minds can and, may be able to comprehend. In holding onto that thought, we attempt to experience what we canʼt know. At the same time we are creating discord in our life by not allowing the thought process a consistent flow.
Mending Kids International celebrates WINGS AROUND THE WORLD MENDING
Awareness
Awareness is a state of being that allows us to be the observer of a thought. We have the ability to respond to life, not react to it. Most of us turn right on good and left on bad. That perception has been ingrained in our subconscious since we were children. It is demonstrated in our beliefs, actions and habits that create our today and tomorrow. If we look at human behavior, itʼs easy to see that most of us are kids pretending to be adults. We constantly have thoughts racing through our minds like a hamster spinning on a wheel. Those thoughts are the instruments responsible for our reality and destiny.
Kids International (MKI) celebrated its heroes at the WINGS AROUND THE WORLD - AFRICAN SAFARI GALA by honoring Gene Simmons, Shannon TweedSimmons, Nick and Sophie Simmons with the MEND Humanitarian Award; Sydney McDonnell who has hosted 13 MKI children received the HOPE Award and Mike Takac, VP of Domestic Sales at Warner Bros. was presented the LOVE Award for his corporate support. The star-filled gala included: Mel Gibson, Julia Roberts, Greg Louganis, Nia Peeples, Dawnn Lewis, Harvey Levin, Dorothy Lucey, Lou Diamond Phillips, Christopher Atkins, Mark Dacascos and others. MKI has changed the lives of over 1,200 children in over 54 countries and through Hometown Missions in the United States. MKI provides critical surgeries free to children who otherwise would not receive them due to lack of medical or financial resources; MKI offers training and research to assist communities in creating self-sustaining surgical programs. Mel Gibson, a supporter of the non-profit since its 2006 inception, said, “Going on a mission is like a reset button on your soul.” www.mendingkids.org
Seeing the Fear
Most people go through life being the emotion. We blame people and situations for how we feel. There is no analysis of where the emotion comes from internally, usually the blame is transferred to another person or an event. No person has the ability to make us happy, angry, sad, or upset. These are personal choices we make either consciously or likely subconsciously. Observing an emotion allows us to see it, but not get lost in being it. By visualizing, we can respond with presence, not react from past conditioning.
“Be the change you want to see in the world,” perhaps Gandhi and his quote makes us want to look at what is being ignored in our own lives. Because we do not want to obsess about failing, looking at our fears makes us uneasy instead of content in our truth. Picture a gymnast on the parallel or uneven bars performing the perfect “10” routine. The entire exercise is a balance of success or failure. Do we have the willingness to walk into our fear of failure in order to succeed? Are we ready to be that change the world is waiting for?
Thinking Without Fear
How often does a positive insight or inspiring idea come to mind? And in how short of a time thereafter do thoughts of worry, anxiety or failure shoot it down before you have time to thoroughly consider the idea? How much of our lifeʼs purpose is put to waste by countless imaginary scenarios of failure, embarrassment and worry? How often do we dream today, but dismiss it before we can fail tomorrow? Einstein said, “Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one.” What if we had no fear of failure? What if we werenʼt afraid to look foolish? What if we didnʼt care what other people thought? What if, instead, we feasted on the discovery of trying to know what we donʼt know, go where we havenʼt gone, and be who we have never been?
Gene Simmon, Shannon Tweed-Simmons, Nick Simmons, Mel Gibson, Sophie Simmons
Tom grew up with a recovering alcoholic father and a codependent mother in a affluent household on the southeast end of Long Island. His childhood although indulged was lived in fear of his father who died when he was 12-years old. He escaped the alcohol and drug abuse of his teenage years by joining the navy were he flourished for four years, learning medicine, practicing discipline and self control. He succeeded in achieving prosperity and self-indulgence after leaving the navy by working extremely long and arduous hours assisting in surgery, while being a single competitive bodybuilder and traveling the country, and the world on vacation and discovery. Tom decided to marry the only person he ever felt he loved at the age of 36, but five years later after failing at marriage he divorced. The loss of his wife brought him to his knees were he was forced to grieve, a fathers death he had ignored as a kid, and the absence of the only person he had ever committed to. This was the beginning of Tom's lego built life coming undone. In a struggle of self-discovery, and at the same time escape, he reached the lowest point of his life by losing everything he had held close to him, through cocaine and alcohol. His book is about his journey to overcome his childhood trauma and the coping mechanisms of addiction he used to escape the emotions and pain created throughout his life. By working through his fear he has been able to grow and now offers insight to others how to manage pain and fear, and prosper from it. Look for — DIGGING DEEP... HOW TO LIVE FEARLESS SEVEN DAYS A WEEK on Amazon.
Nia Peeples Simon Baker
Christopher Atkins & guest
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WAY TO GO...
West Hollywood ACCORDING to The LA Weekly — the bible for whatʼs
happening within the boundaries of the most happening city on earth — Los Angeles — The City of West Hollywood received proper recognition with Multiple “Best of L.A. 2013” Awards for being the Best-of-the-Best... for dining, drinking & entertainment. The City of West Hollywood picked up multiple awards from "Best of L.A. 2013" compiled by LA Weekly. Many of West Hollywood's creative local businesses and program sponsored by the City of West Hollywood achieved best of status across numerous categories. No doubt, West Hollywood is on the leading edge in creative and interesting food, nightlife, entertainment, exercise and community building, receiving recognition in some major categories. HERE WE GO!
West Hollywood Best of L.A. 2013 Awards
• Best Dodgeball League – WeHo Dodgeball • Best Nightclub – Hooray Henryʼs • Best Octopus Dish – RivaBella • Best New Seafood Shack – Connie & Tedʼs • Best Marijuana Dispensary – Alternative Herbal Health Services • Best Gay Bar – The Abbey • Best Sunday Supper – Lucques • Best Deluxe Spin Class – Flywheel West Hollywood • Best Hotel Room for The Doors Fans – Room 32 at the Alta Cienega Motel • Best Next-Gen Northern Thai – Night + Market • Readerʼs Choice Best Adult Store – The Pleasure Chest • Readerʼs Choice Best Bar for Day Drinking – The Abbey • Readerʼs Choice Best Blues Club – House of Blues • Readerʼs Choice Best Dance Club – The Abbey • Readerʼs Choice Best Dodgeball League – WeHo Dodgeball • Readerʼs Choice Best Gay Bar – The Abbey Among this list is The City of West Hollywoodʼs innovative community program, Tribe, which was voted Best Gay Menʼs Discussion Group. The group meets on the third Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Conference Room of the West Hollywood Library. The discussion group offers a safe, friendly environment for gay men to gather socially, discuss challenges and provide positive feedback. For information on The City of West Hollywood, contact Kaitlin Egan, Acting Public Information Officer at (323) 848-6431 visit www.weho.org. ! // bhtmag.com // 21
The Hollywood Reporter Women In Entertainment Power 100 MANY
of the biggest names in entertainment gathered for The Hollywood Reporterʼs Women in Entertainment Awards breakfast at the Beverly Hills Hotel. At the event, two inner-city students in THR's Hollywood Mentorship program were awarded full scholarships to Loyola Marymount University. THR coproduces the mentoring program with Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Los Angeles pairing leading women with underprivileged high school students. Each student receives a $10,000 scholarship to a college of their choice. Presenter Demi Lovato announced two mentees were each awarded four-year, full-paid scholarships to Loyola Marymount University — each a value of $200,000. The star-studded event celebrated the 22nd year for the Power 100 gathering. This year Oprah Winfrey was honored and received the leadership award named for former Paramount and 20th Century Fox Executive Sherry Lansing who took Sherry Lansing and Roberto Coin the stage to speak about Winfrey, referring to her as a personal idol. Maria Shriver, a close friend of Winfreyʼs spoke about the entertainment mogul and shared personal thoughts on how Winfrey forged a path to help people world wide. Shriverʼs funny and intimate introduction for Winfrey was a poem she wrote titled: “Becoming” which left a teary eyed Winfrey telling the crowd, "That beats a eulogy, I gotta tell you." As she dabbed her eyes she said, "You're still alive to hear it!" Not a dry eye in the room as story after story brought a clear vision of why Winfrey is revered throughout the world. Winfrey's inspirational speech ended with strong words encouraging everyone to use their own power for good works. "How do Oprah Winfrey is presented with the you use your power to elevate the 2013 Sherry Lansing Leadership Award life of somebody else?," she asked the crowd. Addressing Lansing and her long list of professional accomplishments Winfrey said, "You've got to be powerful, and I mean powerful in its true definition. My favorite definition of power is 'strength over timeʼ. You've got to know who you are and keep Oprah Winfrey and Maria Shriver at the THR Power 100 getting stronger by doing what all smart women do: we use our instincts. And I know that you did, time and time again," referring to how Lansing carved out a phenomenal career in a male-dominated industry, comparing the similarities to her own struggles as she has moved forward to make the OWN network successful. While A-listers dined, Jimmy Kimmel feasted on crowd pleasing jokes including describing the sold-out venue as a "sea of perfect blowouts," and, in a sassy nibble at the infamous MTV Video Music Awards where Kayne West jumped the stage like an atelope and mad crashed award-winner Taylor Swift grabbing the microphone from her... Kimmel stated to the rapper (who was in attendance) ... "Don't even try to take Oprah's award away." Donʼt worry Jimmy. Nobody can ever take Oprahʼs glory away from her. Roberto Coin and Oprah Winfrey
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Roberto Coin and Max Azaria
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A New Year... A New You...
Start 2014 On A Health & Fitness Journey By Making Yourself A Priority In Your Own Life. WITH a new year comes a promise of an improved personal and professional agenda;
and an enlightened view of what it takes to make our lives run more smoothly. By many accounts, 2013 proved to be a challenge for most of us in one way or another. Of course, we recognize that some of the good or bad that flows in and out of our lives can be chalked up to luck, astrological flow, and how the chessboard of life makes certain nobody gets too comfortable, or stays too miserable for too long. And, though we might think we have the tiger by the tail our lives are not in our hands. In an instant everything in our world can change. No where is this more apparent than where our health is concerned: Daily exercise, healthy eating, reduced stress, plenty of sleep, no smoking, weight control — you know the drill. We cannot hope to bring these life-enhancing and life-prolonging necessities out of the suitcase ONLY when our backs are against the wall and we are in crisis mode. Necessities of life that contribute to good physical health and mental and emotional well-being can only emerge in full force, and with full effect as transformational elements, when we have made them priorities in our every day lives over an extended period of time. And, for those who have not paid much attention to good food, regular exercise and emotional and mental relaxation and regeneration WELL... you are seeing the effects of a life lived running on empty. But in this hectic world, with the constant pushing/pulling we have and a non-stop workload, WHO HAS TIME TO MAKE THEMSELVES A PRIORITY IN THEIR OWN LIFE? YOU DO! I know this sounds like a broken record, but hard scientific health research proves that quality of life depends on state of health. What good is a thriving business, big house, Mercedes in the garage, and bulging bank account if our bodies and minds are hanging on by a thread? Sleeplessness, no exercise, mental turmoil and physical exhaustion are our constant companions. AND, with ZERO down time we are helpless to stop this destructive cycle. Unfortunately, we have NO chance of making it through the bad and difficult of our lives without a reserve of inner strength, good health and as much cool, calm and unbridled serenity as we can muster. But we can — if we stay focused and determined— not just make it through 2014 — BUT make 2014 one of our best years. I know for some this goal seems unattainable. But regardless of where we are in our lives right now, we stand a better chance if we find ways to nurture the positive in order to counteract the negative. TODAY — right now in this first month of this new year, if you and I make a plan of action and stick to it — we might be surprised at the improvement we bring into our lives on many levels. And the starting point MUST be with our physical/emotional/mental well being. Running on physical, mental and emotional EMPTY leaves us with our backs against a wall and just waiting for fate to step in and lower the boom. My “A New Year… A New You…” January 2014 issue gets off the ground with YogaFit founder and fitness expert Beth Shaw. She started her business years ago, and recently opened a new yoga fitness studio on Robertson Boulevard in Los Angeles. Beth turned a vision into an international success health/fitness formula by creating one of the most wellknown yoga training programs in the world. According to Beth, yoga helps put us in charge of our own health and fitness by strengthening and unleashing every natural healing life force within our bodies. Those dedicated to the practice of yoga experience a commanding change in their physical, mental and emotional state unsurpassed by other standard forms of exercise. From A-list celebrities, yoga enthusiasts, recognizable sports stars, noted medical practitioners and regular folks just like you and I who are looking to improve our health… Bethʼs specialized YogaFit classes and training programs are invaluable when it comes to bringing vitality, strength, motivation, determination, fitness and clarity back into our lives. Yoga is for everyone, any age and at any level of fitness, and as Beth says… “Any body is a yoga body, and if you can breathe… you can practice yoga.”
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YogaFit Founder & Fitness Expert
Beth Shaw
STORY Suzanne Takowsky PHOTOGRAPHY David Sobel ART PRODUCTION Ernesto Cuevas
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In addition to YogaFit classes, Beth is a best-selling author and her fitness DVDs and soldout health/fitness/wellness seminars improve all areas of our lives through yoga offers. Her philosophy is helping people achieve greater levels of fitness and good health while encouraging environmental awareness and educating people on the importance of a lifestyle filled with eco-conscious choices. Bethʼs goals extend to her love of animals. As one of LAʼs most noted animal rescue advocates, she works tirelessly with animal organizations throughout Los Angeles with an “Adopt Donʼt Shop” mantra of rescuing animals who deserve better lives. Reflecting on her success Beth says... "Business without a greater focus than profit is pointless.” There is little doubt if we want to go into 2014 looking for a better life, we have to take the initiative to make it happen. Letʼs begin 2014 with a commitment to make ourselves a priority in our own lives. We have no choice but to take care of ourselves, and stay healthy as long as possible. We canʼt afford to have our bodies break down with illness, or our mental state become fragmented with all the stress, emotional clutter, upheaval that invades us on a regular basis. Yes, some people are disciplined enough to make a health and fitness commitment and stick with it. I am not one of them. I need all the help I can get. The fabulous part of my job as owner of the magazine is I am blessed to be able to surround myself with experts whose day-to-day is the business of beauty, health and fitness. What they write I read. What they say I listen to. What they do so expertly, I get them to help me do on a level I am comfortable to be able to work writh. Some how, some way, their words of wisdom change my thinking, and I am reborn with a new and improved mindset I never had before. Or, would have been able to accomplish without a little help from “my friends”. Beth has proved to be a dynamic force in my own life. It is through her yoga classes, seminars and networking events I have learned much about my health and inner-well being; the most important is I have to take the time — make the time — to take care of myself. YogaFit is hosting a health/fitness/wellness networking day on January 25th at the YogaFit studio on Robertson Boulevard just blocks from the Ivy restaurant in Beverly Hills. I will be there are well as my friends and family. I encourage all of you who are interested in improving your lifestyle for the betterment of your health to attend. I guarantee that what you hear from the experts on hand will totally change your outlook on life, health, beauty and fitness. BETH: “Good health is our most valuable asset. Any actions we take should be geared toward bringing ourselves into a greater state of health and balance. At YogaFit we link poses with breathing. That entails moving and breathing at the same time. We work on the traditional group exercise model of warm-up, workout and cool down. Everything we do is safe and geared towards not only getting people in shape, but making certain what they do heals and nurtures their bodies. We warm-up with invigorating, energizing poses that strengthen the core and work the entire body to get the energy moving. In the work phase we hold poses longer to build strength and work at balancing postures. In the cool down phase we do meditation, and we stretch the body. With regards to the anti-aging effects of yoga ... yoga makes you look younger because it improves circulation, respiration and digestion. Practicing yoga stimulates all energy points in your body and you release stress and tension, lowering your blood pressure, reducing your cortisol levels (the stress hormone) all these things combined : the physical and mental benefits leave you looking and feeling younger. I do a headstand every day. Both headstands and backbends are incredible anti-aging tools to bring back a more youothful appearance.”
SKINNY FAT... the new “you look old” catch phrase. Women shouldn’t worry about wrinkles on their faces... it’s the loose, hanging flesh on their arms that give their age away! STRONG IS THE NEW SEXY. Thin bodies with flabby arms, legs and stomachs are... OUT! 26 // bhtmag.com //
“Certainly, there are fads when it comes to health, beauty and fitness. Someone is always coming up with something that guarantees fast, miraculous results, and most don’t deliver what they promise. Anti-aging that truly works requires an ongoing dedication to taking care of your health. And, exercise is a huge part of staying healthy. Yoga, is a 6,000-year-old science and physical practice. The components of yoga reduce stress and tension by connecting you to your self-stimulating energy center. This connection balances your body and mind. The result is that you feel more comfortable in your own skin. Yoga gets you into better physical shape as it develops your awareness in making healthier food choices. Yoga relieves stress by calming your inner self. All these things and more fight the aging process. The practice of yoga expands and improves your life drastically.” — Beth
Scientific Research Proves It Takes 30 Days For A Habit To Form THAT IS IT. We must stay committed to our new health and fitness program for ONE WEEK. Then, slide into WEEK TWO in which we acknowledge our newfound accomplishments, congratulate ourselves and bask in the limelight we are sticking to our goal. With increased confidence about the changes we see in our physical, emotional and mental well-being, we move into WEEK THREE with ease, recognizing this is NOT just another failed attempt at another New Year resolution gone bad. During WEEK THREE we begin to see light at the end of the tunnel as many positive physical and mental changes occur. Maybe we are resenting the world a little less. Possibly we are sleeping better, eating an apple here, or a salad there and losing unwanted pounds. And maybe… just maybe… we are starting to feel more like a human being and less like a draggy, old, beaten down work horse. Any change is good no matter how small as long as itʼs going in the right direction. And, if we stick to the program we have mapped out for change — WEEK FOUR will breeze by and we will discover weʼve formed an incredibly beneficial “TAKE CARE OF ME” habit. And itʼs a habit that our bodies and minds will not only crave, but will thank us for in the form of improved health, stress reduction and mental clarity. BETH: Sometimes we adults forget that our children are also in need of body and mind balancing. At YogaFit we offer classes for children all ages. Although the classes are fun-filled, we keep in mind the importance of helping our little ones achieve the same improved body, mind and emotional health that we adults need to balance our lives. Children live in the same hecic, non-stop environment we do, and most time we forget that our fast paced lifestyles also take a toll on them.” Beth has spent time in India and Asia studying yoga. She is certified in many fitness disciplines, and has been a trained Yoga Therapist since 1994, as well as holding a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration and Nutrition. The success of the YogaFit brand in addition to the new, state of the art flag ship fitness studio on Robertson Boulevard in Los Angeles, boasts the largest yoga training school in the world. YogaFit has trained more than 200,000 instructors on six continents to teach the finely-tuned details of the YogaFit concept to corporations, fitness clubs, private gyms and workout establishments. Bethʼs entrepreneurial and innovating spirit has also launched numerous health and fitness trends including, YogaFit Sweat, YogaLean and the popular YogaButt. As a regular contributor to a number of local, national and international beauty, health and fitness magazines isuch as Time, LA Times, USA Today, Entrepreneur, SELF, FIT and the Yoga Journal, Beth is a frequent guest speaker at universities and corporations discussing Green initiatives. She currently serves on the canfitpro Advisory Panel. In addition to a calm, peaceful workout environment, Beth has also created another amazing sight in the YogaFit studio; a fabulous art studio where incredible art pieces by talented, multi-media artists grace the walls lending a breathtaking sense of peace while classes are taught. But all is not just for show. Beth graciously gives up wall space not only to support and encourage artists by showcasing their work, but with each piece of art that is sold, a portion goes to non-profilt animal resuce and environmental organizations. Seeing is believing, and among the animal rescue organizations Beth supports are Last Chance For Animals, and just recently, Beth adopted a loving dog from Much Love Animal Rescue in Los Angeles. continued page 28
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YOUR LIFE
CHANGES WHEN YOU PRACTICE
YOGA
ANTI-AGING | WEIGHT LOSS | STRESS RELIEF FLEXIBILITY | ENERGY ENHANCEMENTS MENTAL ALERTNESS | IMMUNITY BOOSTER INNER PEACE | IMPROVE RELATIONSHIPS HOLISTIC FITNESS AWARENESS • WEIGHT LOSS: Yoga continually works out muscles which then strengthen, lengthen, tone and shape your entire body; at the same time you are increasing metabolism. • STRESS RELIEF: As yoga breath control clears the mind, it also readies your subconscious for meditation and relaxation. • FLEXIBILITY: Yoga enhanced-stretching keeps you limber, youthful and healthy. Flexibility transforms the mind, as well as the body. Stretching slows the process of dehydration that our bodies may have suffered from a modern, sedentary lifestyle. • BODY STIMULATION: Yoga calms our inner nervous energy, but stimulates our bodies outer energy. As muscles heat up, the body releases impurities and toxins; combined with the deep breathing exercises, oxygen activates dormant vitalities in the body. • IMMUNITY BOOSTER: Yoga stimulates the four main physiological systems linked to the immune system: circulatory system, digestive system, nervous system and endocrine system. Yoga detoxifies and oxygenates the body while balancing hormones. Yoga also triggers acupressure points eliminating viruses and bacteria from the body. • IMPROVED RELATIONSHIPS: Yoga connects the body and mind increasing sensitivity. With a heightened sense of “self” you are free to explore and expand yourself with a partner. • BETTER POSTURE: Yoga helps improve posture by navigating the alignment of the spine, which can then improve your health. Studies show that good posture is vital in staying healthy, helps to prevent chronic pain, and decreases depression and anxiety. The practice of yoga reverses hypermorphosis, the age-related posture issue known as dowager's hump. • MENTAL ALERTNESS: Yoga teaches us to concentrate on the here and now; to live in the present as we become aware of the outer strength of our bodies and the inner strength of our minds. • INNER PEACE: Yoga encourages a spiritual connection with one’s self. Connecting with our inner-child allows us to become satisfied and content with who we are as adults.
“Unknowingly, I was doing yoga way before it was even popular. As a child I used to get horrible migraines. To help me cope with the effects of the headaches, I would literally engage in visualization and meditation to calm my mind and relax my body. While in college I got a psychic flash that I would be very successful within the health and wellness industries. And, incredibly I started my own company — YogaFit in the 90s, a few years after graduating from college. Yoga has been a perfect fit for me personally and professionally as I was already a believer in the strength and flexibility it built in my body, and the calmness and connectedness it brought to my mind. Yoga gives you the gift of yourself. Instead of working against your body with exercises that put stress and strain on your muscles and joints, yoga allows you to develop strength and a greater state of health using your own body weight. There is no equipment. Just you and your yoga mat, and the practices you go through as you improve your health and fitness levels each class. It’s the combination of exercise and intense meditation that is wonderful. Yoga combines the two-essences of life: the mind and the body, to achieve your greatest vitality, strength and the ability to breathe yourself strong. At YogaFit we teach our clients to listen to their bodies, let go of judgements, expectations, competition, and to breathe, move and feel in the moment.” BETH
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Along with most of you, Iʼm as guilty as anyone when it comes to taking short cuts where my health and wellbeing are concerned. And because Iʼve been blessed with good health, I forget to thank my body for giving me the strength and vitality it takes to keep my life running smoothly. Many days I donʼt eat properly; I donʼt exercise regularly; I donʼt take time for myself to emotionally and mentally chill out. These days, do we know anyone (including us) who isnʼt consumed with stress, anxiety, extra weight, personal drama, business worry, physical illness and ailments, and a leg long list of A-Z problems that makes a “happy life” nearly impossible to achieve? I donʼt. Are there any sure fire remedied that will make us feel better, lift our spirits and make our bodies strong enough to fight illness and disease AND give us a fighting chance at life? YES. YOGA.
COMMITMENT TO PURPOSE 1. What you do for your body, you do for your life. Yoga combats stress, anger, resentment and depression by giving us a “time-out” from the chaos of life. Yoga recharges our mental battery, offers time to decompress, nurtures inner peace, and gives us quiet time to heal our inner child. Yoga is shown to decrease depression by increasing levels of serotonin. 2. Immobility is the #1 cause of body deterioration. Increased flexibility is stan-dard in the practice of yoga. With improved body mobility, debilitating aches and pains that once ruled our world are replaced by invigoration, agility and stamina. Yoga employs your own body weight to give you the best workout of your life. Building body strength isnʼt just about looking good (although it doesnʼt hurt!). Building body strength builds flexibility which in turn combats the illnesses and diseases that gain their foothold as we age. Back and hip pain; knee and arm, hand and joint pain…. the stronger your body… the less chance you will experience the onset of age-related body breakdown. 3. A study at California State University, Los Angeles found that many posture poses in yoga strengthen bones that otherwise are vulnerable to fractures with our arms and legs. Yoga improves our posture which translates into a flatter stomach, straight back and relieves neck and spine pain by stretching vertebrae. 4. Itʼs a fact: For every one pound you are over-weight, you add seven pounds of tension, pressure and stress to your joints (hips, knees, ankles etc.). Incredible as that may sound, itʼs true. Unchecked weight gain and weight retention are destroying our bodies, one joint at a time. Yoga allows you the inner peace to explore issues that may be inhibiting you from reaching to and sticking with your fitness and health goals. Is there a reason you choose
bad food over healthy food? If weight gain makes you self-conscious, feel unattractive, and look older than your years... what is your inner child telling you that you continue to ignore? Isnʼt it time you discovered how amazing it feels to look and feel your best? BETH: “In Los Angeles especially, it’s all about being thin. But in reality, being thin is not what makes us look younger, or in shape. I am all for plastic surgery if that is what a person wants to do. But too many times people focus on the wrinkles on their faces omitting the obvious ... that their bodies are so emaciated, and so much loss of muscle has occurred because of strict dieting ... all that’s left is flabby, hanging skin. This is very apparent on upper arms. Yoga remodels the body with an ancient old method that works out muscles using a person’s own body weight. It is possible with yoga to workout our muscles without bulking up. Lean doesn’t have to mean scary skinny. Toned doesn’t have to mean pumped up muscles. Strong doesn’t have to mean bulky. Yoga offers strength training in a very natural way. Muscles will develop in the way muscles should without adding bulk. Scary skinny and loose and flabby is not sexy. Strong, lean and toned is what makes a woman — any age — unforgettable. Yoga gives something that dieting, plastic surgery — nothing else can — and that is the gift of yourself. With yoga we do push-ups, plant positions, downward facing dog, warriors poses, lunging — all using our own body weight. Regardless of where you are right now in your fitness level, you can do yoga. All you need is your own body weight to work your body in a very natural and organic way.” YogaFit offers each of us the opportunity to achieve the ultimate in health, fitness and wellbeing in a no-stress environment that encourages us to learn about ourselves and our bodies. Be the best you can be. Begin the journey at YogaFit.
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When Your Loved One Needs Additional Care Frequently Asked Questions How does one find a quality assisted living facility with so many to choose from? When touring assisted living communities an important question to ask: Is the facility part of a large corporation or family owned and operated, and how flexible are their policies? The Beverly Hills Carmel is a family owned business; the same family for 40 years. This allows the Beverly Hills Carmel to be very flexible when helping families who come to us. We donʼt answer to a corporate office far away. We are right here, in the neighborhood, taking great care of our seniors.
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Is what you see only “for show” and meant for
prospective clients touring the communities, or can a senior actually use those things? Make sure activities are about senior residents, not just for a good marketing impression. We listen to our residents and design activities they want and will have a great time participating in. There is only one group we want to impress – our residents! Is the building clean, comfortable and most important does it feel like a warm welcoming home to your loved one? Food is very important to seniors in retirement facilities. Where does the facility order their food? If possible ask to have a meal at the facility to sample the quality and service. Itʼs no secret that we have the best food in town. Looking for fabulous home-cooked Kosher meals? Come by and have lunch on us when you tour! How long have staff members worked for that organization — on average? This tells you a lot about the ownership. At the Beverly Hills Carmel, we have staff members who have been with us 24, 27, even 39 years! In fact, the average longevity for an employee is 17 years. That is a record we are very proud of!
When selecting a retirement community, The Beverly Hills Carmel is one of the bestkept secrets in Los Angeles. We have two beautiful buildings to choose from situated across the street from each other on lovely tree-lined Burton Way. Both Carmel North and Carmel South welcome residents and guests into an exclusive upscale hotel atmosphere. Since 1976, we have provided loving care and elegant, upscale retirement living for our residents. Additionally, we provide assistance with all the activities of daily living including medication management, bathing and dressing, etc., should it be needed. We tailor each plan to the individual resident; from independent to full care. Conveniently located by Cedars-Sinai Hospital, The Beverly Center, and the famous dining and shopping locations on Robertson Boulevard, you are welcome to come and live the good life in luxurious, comfortable and home-like surroundings. Each family has different priorities. At the Beverly Hills Carmel, our focus is on seniors. Our buildings are beautiful, but itʼs equally important for us to have staff members who share our commitment of one-on-one service for residents and we truly care for our elders. Thatʼs what counts and makes our residentsʼ stay with us so rewarding. Our priority is your loved one and their comfort, happiness, and well-being. Call today for a tour. Director of Marketing: Risé Reading at 310-278-8323.
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SAVE-THE-DATE Beverly Hills ^TimesYogaFit Saturday, January 25, 2014
—from the Editor
Suzanne Takowsky Join Us for YogaFit's Women's Day of Health, Yoga, and Fitness
Great for business networking and networking gatherings, the Beverly a terrific way to meet, mingle and Hills Supper Club brings together the Spend the Day with YogaFit and Enjoy enjoy delicious food at many of our best of two worlds—great food at the • Hiking favorite local restaurants and bars! Runyon Canyon with YogaFit
Founder Beth Shaw
customers wanting a great atmosphere and best of all being able to save a few bucks when the check arrives! If you own a restaurant or bar, check out the details. Some of the best-of-the-best have jumped on board. Why not? In this slow economy when people are keeping a close eye on their budgets keep your business booming with a promotional event hosted each week in your restaurant or bar. There’s nothing worse for locals or visitors looking for a great night out to walk into a bar or restaurant and see a dead zone. Pump up the action and join the Beverly Hills Supper Club and watch your business grow!
Something new and different to • Weight-loss Tips by Beth Shaw, author keep the social ball rolling in of the upcoming bookIN YogaLean— WHAT’S NEW BEVERLY HILLS? Beverly Hills! The Beverly Hills Published by Random House Group Supper Club. Each week local Presentations from Health & Wellness restaurants and clubs open•their Specialists doors at reduced food and drink & Clubs Have The • Q&A withRestaurants Fitness & Health Experts prices to Beverly Hills Supper Opportunity To Increase Business... • Shopping Club members. It’s an absolutely perfect way, especially in•this Supper Club Members Have Different Meditation slow economy for restaurants • Yoga for Relaxation & Stress Local Restaurants & Clubs To Go Each and bars to boost their business, Reduction Week To Meet & Mingle And Enjoy while offering customers the chance to wine and dine on Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner... Visit YogaFitStudio.com 15% less when the bill arrives.
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Unlock the Value of Your Portfolio With Securities-Based Lending
Graham O’Kelly, CFA, Family Wealth Director The CORE Group at Morgan Stanley, Beverly Hills 310-285-4976
HOW you borrow is an important aspect of maintaining
your wealth and achieving your overall financial objectives. When executed properly, securities-based lending can provide the financing you need without liquidating assets, diminishing cash reserves or disrupting your overall investment strategy. 1.As you pursue your passions—such as delving into a business opportunity or purchasing a vacation home—you are faced with multiple financing options. How you choose to borrow is important to meet your immediate need for liquidity as well as maintain your long-term wealth management strategy. Liquidating an investment account can be part of that plan, but there are potential hidden costs in doing so such as taxes on capital gains. 2. Two other considerations include the potential loss of future asset growth, also known as opportunity cost, and possibility of creating an imbalance in your portfolioʼs overall asset allocation. When the time comes—or an opportunity arises—an alternate financing strategy may offer a more practical approach: securitiesbased lending. For those of you not familiar with securities-based lending, it is a form of lending that enables you to use the eligible securities in your brokerage account as collateral for a loan or a line of credit. As long as eligible collateral remain and an adequate value of such collateral is maintained, a securities-based loan can create the liquidity you need to take advantage of a present opportunity or meet an immediate need without liquidating assets, diminishing cash reserves or disrupting your overall investment strategy. By establishing a securities-based loan, you gain quick and efficient access to funds that may enable you to achieve a number of objectives. • • • • • • •
Securities-based lending offers many benefits that may not be available through traditional loans. The process is relatively simple, in part, because the collateral is liquid and readily accessed via your investment account. Once established, you can make withdrawals by simply writing a check or wiring funds when needed. With no origination, maintenance or facility fees, securities-based loans may be a cost- effective solution. Interest rates on securities-based loans can be lower than alternatives such as mortgages and home-equity lines of credit. 4. Because your investments are not liquidated, as long as the required level of collateral is maintained, securitiesbased lending preserves the potential for growth of your investments and reduces the chances of having an imbalance in asset allocation.3 In this way, securities-based lending aligns with your overall wealth management objectives
This scenario excludes fees, taxes and other potential deductions. There are risks associated with using your assets as collateral in a securities-based loan, and doing so is not beneficial for all clients. Sufficient collateral must be maintained and you may need to deposit additional eligible securities on short notice. Please contact us to learn more about securities-based loans in addition to other lending solutions that might be an appropriate solution for your financing needs.
Explore small-business opportunities. Purchase luxury items. Finance real estate. Pay taxes. Fund higher education. Finance a bridge loan. Meet general liquidity needs.
FOOTNOTES/DISCLAIMERS 1 Securities-based Lending Risks: Borrowing against securities may not be suitable for everyone. You should be aware that securities-based loans involve a high degree of risk and that market conditions can magnify any potential for loss. Most importantly, you need to understand that: (1) Sufficient collateral must be maintained to support your loan(s) and to take future advances; (2) You may have to deposit additional cash or eligible securities on short notice; (3) Some or all of your securities may be sold without prior notice in order to maintain account equity at required collateral maintenance levels. You will not be entitled to choose the securities that will be sold. These actions may interrupt your long-term investment strategy and may result in adverse tax consequences or in additional fees being assessed; (4) Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC or its affiliates (the “Firm”) reserves the right not to fund any advance request due to insufficient collateral or for any other reason except for any portion of a securities-based loan that is identified as a committed facility; (5) The Firm reserves the right to increase your collateral maintenance requirements at any time without notice; and (6) The Firm reserves the right to call your securities-based loan at any time and for any reason. 2 Morgan Stanley and its Financial Advisors do not offer tax advice. Individuals should consult their personal tax advisor before making any tax-related in
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by enabling you to unlock the value of your portfolio to meet short-term financing needs, while keeping your longer-term wealth management strategy intact. The chart and table illustrate a hypothetical example of how a securitiesbased loan can potentially buffer a portfolio based on the S&P 500 index from the adverse effects of withdrawing $200,000 and depositing $200,000 one year later. If this vestor utilized a securities-based loan to fund the $200,000 liquidity need rather than withdrawing funds from the portfolio, he could potentially have over $103,000 more (based on this time period and scenario).
vestment decisions. 3 Asset allocation does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets. 4 The Wall Street Journal, “Putting Stocks in Hock: Securities Are Backing for More Big Loans” March 4, 2013. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is a registered Broker/Dealer, not a bank. Where appropriate, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC has entered into arrangements with banks and other third parties to assist in offering certain banking related products and services. Banking and credit products and services are provided by Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association or Morgan Stanley Bank, N.A., members FDIC (the “Banks”). The Banks and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are affiliates. Investment products and services are offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, member SIPC. Unless specifically disclosed in writing, investments and services offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are not insured by the FDIC, are not deposits or other obligations of, or guaranteed by, the Banks and involve investment risks, including possible loss of principal amount invested. If youʼd like to learn more, please contact Graham OʼKelly, CFA 310-285-4976Article by Wealth Management Systems, Inc. and provided courtesy of Morgan Stanley
Financial Advisor. The author(s) are not employees of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC ("Morgan Stanley"). The opinions expressed by the authors are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley. The information and data in the article or publication has been obtained from sources outside of Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley makes no representations or guarantees as to the accuracy or completeness of information or data from sources outside of Morgan Stanley. Neither the information provided nor any opinion expressed constitutes a solicitation by Morgan Stanley with respect to the purchase or sale of any security, investment, strategy or product that may be mentioned. Morgan Stanley Financial Advisor(s) engaged BH Times to feature this article. Graham OʼKelly may only transact business in states where he is registered or excluded or exempted from. HYPERLINK "http://www.morganstanleyfa.com/graham.okelly/" http://www.morganstanleyfa.com/graham.okelly/. Transacting business, follow-up and individualized responses involving either effecting or attempting to effect transactions in securities, or the rendering of personalized investment advice for compensation, will not be made to persons in states where Graham OʼKelly is not registered or excluded or exempt from registration. © 2013 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Member SIPC.
PURSUIT LA
social networking • video games
BIG PICTURE
Out now and by the way... fantastic is Steam's new BIG PICTURE which comes complete and ready to use on your television. I honestly think this new Steam feature will change our thinking about what we believe a television is used for. BIG PICTURE can not only be used for television and movies, but also to browse the internet, download and play games from Steam's huge library of games, and socialize with your friends on the Steam community. It is very smooth and has a great feel. The thing I like the most is that it is very user friendly. I use it everyday to browse the internet, chat with friends and play games.
STEAM GREENLIGHT
Steam Greenlight is a system that uses the communityʼs input to help choose which games they will release next. This program is awesome because it gives everyone a chance to pick what they want next. Itʼs great voting for a game you find
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interesting, and then see it released on Steam. Every game that gets posted on Greenlight is customized because the game developers post specific information about the game like videos, screen shots and basically whatever they want released. This Greenlight feature gives anyone in the world the opportunity to make a game, and then contact Steam and have the chance to get it released on the market for millions of people to see. I have personally seen several incredible games released on Steam Greenlight, and I enjoy getting a first look at what I believe will be a next sure winner for gamers.
Steam Community.
Steam is an incredible program that I use on a daily basis on my phone, television and computer. In my opinion you canʼt go wrong with Steam and their services and prod-
ucts. For more information on Steam visit www.Steamcommunity.com and be sure to play Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and Dota 2 — both of these games are fantastic 10/10.
50 Million & Growing Happy Gamers Worldwide.
Meet The Team That Brought Us Valve
Gabe Newell - President
With 50+ million bated-breath users whose mouths stay in a carp-like trance waiting and hoping for the next megavideo game from Valve to hit the market, few can deny that Newell is God in the gaming community. From the way he runs the corporation since it began in 1996, itʼs referred to as a “bossless company” with perks floating around the Bellevue, Washington DC office that include free massages, espresso and laundry service. I want a job! How does this uber-cyclonic gaming company motate without bosses? Quite well. Business increased by 50% last year. Although it might be all games over at Valve... NO bosses doesnʼt mean itʼs all fun! Leadership trickles down from higher-ups as employees oversee employees and rank job performance “voting” on who they believe are valuable to the company—or not. Newell (Harvard man and former employee at Microsoft for 13 years in various positions in the Systems, Applications, and Advanced Technology divisions that included running program management for the first two releases of Windows, starting the company's multi-media division, and pioneering information for the Information Highway PC) has taken his company to new heights as one of the biggest software/game developer/video game distributors on planet earth. Steam owns one of the rare independent app stores, second only to the iTunes store and holds the reigns over 70% of the PC video game digital download market to the tune (excuse the pun!) of $2-3 billion in revenues. With accolades mounting, Newell among other mentionables received the BAFTA award for his contributions to gaming which helped fulfilled a prophecy back in December 2010, when Forbes touted him, "A Name You Should Know" for the major successes of the Steam Team. A little over a year ago, Newellʼs estimated net worth sat in the ball park of $1.5 billion. Who says video games are a waste of time? My mom used to, but Iʼve been changing her mind. !
Robin Walker - Lead Designer
If you havenʼt played and... been obsessed with Team Fortress 2, then stop reading right now because neither this article nor any of my future articles are for you! Since starting with Valve back in 1998 as a Software Developer and Programer, Walker got his name in headlines as the co-creator of the very first Team Fortress mod for Quake. The game was so successful that Valve came knocking at his door asking him to join their team. His position as the lead designer for the monster hit Team Fortress 2, created the most widely played, most popular franchises in the world of gaming.
#1Video Game Developer & Distributor of Planet Earth!
Within the Valve family, he emerged a true Valve frontrunner developing Portal, Half-Life 2, CounterStrike: Source, HL2: Episode 1, HL2: Episode 2, Left 4 Dead, Opposing Force, Blue Shift and HalfLife: Counter-Strike. Walker is the appointed voice for TF2, and does most of the blog posts at tf2.com, the gamesʼ website and continues to be responsible for design, code, and management on various Valve products. !
Joe Ludwig - Software Developer/Programmer
Nobody quite comes close to Ludwigʼs sense of the Valve style as he does making the rounds in the high-tech virtual reality headset designed specifically for Team Fortress 2. S i n c e joining the Valve team in 2009, Ludwig has spent his long work days behind the scene as a programmer and seasoned game develper. Though not in the capacity of an “official” Valve correspondent, Ludwig frequents the vast internet gaming community getting up close and personal with his loyal followers in the extensive blogs he is so well known for, explaining the detailed ins and outs of MMO tech and game development. Before there was Valve, Ludwig had spent years in the Flying Lab Software department and, currently he is being touted as a lead in the ongoing future of Valve in the extended virtual reality efforts that the company continues to develop. !
Greg Croomer - Design & Communication
With a mantra of... “Getting rid of bosses makes for better games...” Croomer is an advocate for Valveʼs organizational working structure stating at a conference, “The actual career growth in an environment like Valveʼs is incredibly accelerated and it is something that allows people to make progress exactly limited only by their own desire and ability.” With big ideas on expanding the world of adult gaming to a kid-friendly environment of fun and teamship, he is a spokesperson for his dream project t itled Akzidenz-Grotesk—a gamers wonderland for the younger set. Before Valve, he was a freelance product designer, went to Nintendo and moved onto Microsoft where software products. !
Eric Johnson - Business Development Recognized as the lead guy behind the Dota 2 conceptual team, Johnson has come along way since his days as a shoe and used cars salesman. He was initially introduced to Valve as one of Sierra's Half-Life testers, then offered a position as a Valve shipping manager before evolving into a company business development authority, a job that comes with heavy responsibility in the areas of pioneering game platform and making certain every detail from cutting-edge conception technology to distribution is perfectly executed for one of the worlds premier online gaming companies. !
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By Niko Takowsky
Wolverine Legendary Scaleô Figure by Sideshow Collectibles Expected to ship 2nd Quarter 2014, Sideshow Collectibles proudly presents its next offering in the Legendary Scale (TM) Figure line, an icon of the Marvel Universe, Wolverine. Standing over two and half feet tall, the dynamic X-Men hero is presented in commanding 1:2 Scale. Featuring a detailed fabric costume and claws, each piece is individually hand painted and finished, with its own unique quality and detail; a trademark of all handcrafted Sideshow Collectible products. The Wolverine Legendary Scale (TM) figure makes for a perfect centerpiece to any Marvel collection. From the blockbuster film, Iron Man 3, Sideshow Collectibles and Legacy Effects present the Iron Patriot 1:4 Scale Maquette. Sideshow has teamed up with long time collaborators at Legacy Effects Studio, the special FX masters behind every Iron This new Wolverine has impressive claws with a Man film, to produce the ultimate screen accurate Iron Patriot collectible! detailed base. The artwork behind the figure is an Measuring at 22 inches in height, the impressive 1:4 Scale Maquette art drawing and personally one of my favorites. captures Colonel James Rhodes in his Iron Patriot armor from Iron Man 3. Each 1:4 Scale Maquette includes a revealing portrait of actor Don Cheadle as Colonel James Rhodes, a fully deployed Iron Patriot armored portrait, individually painted hand finished armor with a high gloss paint application, and incredible light-up features in the eyes, chest, and repulsor thrusters in the palms of his hands. 1.855.SIDESHOW www.sideshowcollectibles.com
Captain America Premium Formatô Figure by Sideshow Collectibles"
I can't surrender. I don't know how!" Sideshow is proud to celebrate the World WarII era of Marvel's legendary American icon with the Captain America-Allied Charge on Hydra Premium Format Figure. Featuring a stunning combination of comic book stylization and enhanced realism, Captain America vaults over rubble and onto the battlefield in this expertly crafted and ultimately dynamic composition. Equipped with his signature weapon and defense, Cap comes prepared to fight with two variations of his iconic shield — the classic triangular badge shape design, and the more modern circular disc shield he is best associated with today. The Star-Spangled super soldier dons his classic USO hand-tailored fabric uniform, with sculpted armor details and authentic standard issue WWII military belt, fitted with storage pouches, holstered knife and sidearm, plus an entrenching shovel with scabbard. With one arm raised high above his head, included swap-out fist and signal hand gestures demonstrate two of Cap's finest traits, determination and leadership — and with the addition of the Sideshow Exclusive, he is armed for his mission with a Thompson submachine gun. Itʼs an incredible enduring fan-favorite and a symbol of freedom. The Captain America — Allied Charge on Hydra Premium Format Figure is quite simply an essential addition for any fan to have and include with their Marvel collection!
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The Classic Punisher which is set to release January 2014 is 23” tall and features his automatic shotgun and fabric costume.
Iron Patriot Quarter Scale Maquette by Sideshow Collectibles —
"Iron Patriot on the Job!" From the blockbuster Iron Man 3, Sideshow Collectibles and Legacy Effects brings to fans the Iron Patriot
1:4 Scale Maquette. Sideshow has teamed up with long time collaborators at Legacy Effects Studio, the special FX masters behind every Iron Man film, to produce the ultimate screen accurate Iron Patriot collectible! Measuring 22 inches hight, the impressive 1:4 Scale Maquette captures Colonel James Rhodes in his Iron Patriot armor from Iron Man 3. Each 1:4 Scale Maquette includes a reveal portrait of actor Don Cheadle as Colonel James Rhodes, a fully deployed Iron Patriot armored portrait, individually painted hand finished armor with a high gloss paint application, and incredible light-up features in the eyes, chest, and repulsor thrusters in the palms of his hands. Displayed atop a themed base, this is the must-own Iron Man collectible for collections worldwide!
Coachella Fest ‘14
By Summer de Almeida
NOT too ar away, in the land of The Coachella
Valley there is phenomenal music, outrageous art, hundreds of thousands of happy people, an endless supply of food, drinks, AND fashion blitzes even crazier than whatʼs in Lady Gaga's closet. Since the first festival back in 1999, this music venue has grown into one of the most spectacular accumulations of music acts on planet earth. And, each year the Coachella Valley Art & Music Festival gets better bringing together the biggest ticket acts to a desert valley of screaming fans who have waited breathlessly for months to see their favorite acts perform live. The only thing HOTTER than the Coachella Valley sun, is the Coachella festival, a three day blur of fabulous that NEVER fails to dazzle on any level. A few of the many iconic and talented artists who have performed and, the mind-blowing real-to-life illusions that have crossed the stages at the Coachella Fest include: Madonna, Roger Waters, Jay-Z, Paul McCartney, The Cure, Snoop Dogg, Prince AND Jimi Hendrix??? AND Tupac Shakur in 2012??? Incredibly, both took the stage to entertain. Well, maybe not in the flesh BUT the next best thing … Tupac the Hologram was there. That's right, Coachella Fest had a TUPAC HOLOGRAM to perform with Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg. Surreal is the only word that adequately describes what the festgoers witnessed. Aside from incredible music, tasteful art, and the best weekend of your entire life, the festival offers camping at an onsite location. Itʼs just FUN for people of all ages. Seriously, just the camping alone with your family and/or friends under the bright stars surrounded by so many other friendly beings is one of the major highlights of this unforgettable three days. But in case a campfire is not your style, donʼt panic. The area is surrounded with many luxurious and affordable hotels! And, if General Admission doesnʼt sound glamorous enough — no worries. The festival has a large, fully-equipped VIP section, which is highly accommodating — especially if you are a high-rolling VIP — or want to be — looking for a
little luxe in the desert. If you havenʼt been to the Coachella Festival this is YEAR ONE for you. I've attended the festival almost every single year since I was 12 years old, and like many other fans who regularly attend, I have never, ever, ever once been disappointed. Just when I think the next year couldn't possibly top the previous one, Golden Voice comes up now with something even more amazing... always finding ways to really WOW people! If you've attended this exceedingly fun and memorable festival before, you know what I'm talking about! And, if you haven't, and this all just sounds way too good to be true — get your wristband, your friends, family, water, sunscreen, positive energy and head down to the Coachella Valley in April for a weekend full of nothing but FUN! Or, maybe it will just turm out to be TWO WEEKENDS of nothing but FUN!!!!!! Starting back in 2012, Coachella Valley Art & Music Festival decided to have the same exact three day festival on the very following weekend, just for those die-hard fans
who were craving more and more and more! You know what Iʼm talking about. Fans who didnʼt get enough, and fans who couldn't wait a whole year for a repeat. And also for any disappointed fans who were unable to purchase a wristband due to how fast they sell out. Coachella Fest actually has a Pre-Sale (which unfortunately has already ended) for people to get a head start on purchasing ticket(s) because without a wristband — itʼs a cryinʼ shame... but a serious no-can-do… to get in! This fest sells out in just a few minutes. Keep that in mind for next year! I've been to many concerts in my life, but Coachella Valley Art & Music Festival is by far the best one EVE!!! In need of a get away? Or a tan? Yearning for some fun? Possibly looking for an action packed memorable weekend? Itʼs all at the Coachella Fest this April!. Stay Tuned For More HOT Coachella Fest Information. Regular Updates Will Appear In Our Next Two Issues.
Bobby Causey’s World Dream Bobby
Causey is an amazing sculptor and his work is beyond professional... itʼs the best in the industry. The best I have ever seen in my life. Each piece is handcrafted with amazing detail and he uses real hair, fabrics, and silicon. His head sculpts are very life-like down to the actual individual hair that are punched in one at a time. As an artist myself, I can spot determination for pefection when I see it. Bobby takes your dream and turns it into a reality. He is the best in the business and his state of the art equipment and techniques canʼt be found anywhere else. Truly one of a kind, Bobby is a selftaught professional sculptor, who can sculpt everything from life-like statues, all the way to cars. Bobby and his wife each create "out of this world" pieces — by hand.
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Beauty • Health • Well-Being W h a t ’s W r o n g W i t h W h e a t ? Gluten-Free: Why You Should Be. by Sharyn Wynters
WHAT’S wrong with wheat? I get asked that question all the time. The problem is not the wheat. The problem is what we have done to the wheat … and Iʼm not referring to the refining process ... making white flour out of whole wheat. Iʼm referring to what we have done to the wheat itself. Modern varieties of wheat contain up to 40 times more gluten than ancient wheat. Modern varieties also contain less protein and fewer nutrients. So today “wheat” is not really wheat anymore; itʼs a man-made grain created to produce high-yield crops despite deficient soil and pesticide-infested agricultural practices. The other problem is while we have been breeding wheat to meet our agricultural needs (ignoring its nutritional content) we have been phasing out other grains. Wheat is in everything. If you are not a label reader, just pick up a few boxes at the grocery store. Your chances of finding “wheat” as one of the main ingredients are pretty high. Not only is wheat not in reality wheat anymore, but our excessive consumption of it is affecting our health. The latest figures indicate that nearly one in three Americans have either been diagnosed with gluten intolerance or suspect they may be intolerant. Symptoms range from celiac disease among other digestive disorders to diabetes, heart disease, allergies, arthritis, rashes, and an assortment of neurological problems. Todayʼs modern wheat, with its high-gluten, high-carbohy-
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drate and low nutrient content, is accountable for exaggerated blood sugar surges; responsible for accelerated glycation (the process called Advanced Glycation Endproducts, acronymed AGE); accountable for inflammation that erodes cartilage; and for numerous immune disorders. This is a dangerously heavy indictment for a grain. Especially a grain that we been told for years is the mainstay of life. And, it gets worse. The glycemic index ( i.e., the comparative blood sugar effects of different foods) for whole wheat bread is higher than table sugar. IT IS TRUE! Whole wheat bread has an index of 72 and sucrose comes in at 59. This has serious implications for those with diabetes and various weight issues. The higher the glycemic index, the higher the blood glucose after consumption and the greater the insulin required to balance blood sugar. Imagine: two slices of whole wheat bread dramatically increase blood glucose, triggering insulin and increase in abdominal fat. High blood sugar levels over sustained periods of time, result in deep visceral (abdominal) fat. This prompted Dr. William Davis, M.D. to write the New York Times bestselling book, Wheat Belly, a well-documented review of the connection between modern wheat, gluten intolerance and disease. The bigger your wheat belly, the poorer your response to insulin; a situation cultivating in weight gain and diabetes. The bigger your wheat belly, the more inflammatory responses are triggered and the greater your risk of heart disease and cancer.
From The Skillet Into The Frying Pan Even if you donʼtʼ have symptoms of gluten sensitivity, you should temper your consumption of wheat. Many experts believe that 97% of gluten intolerant individuals remain undiagnosed. Even more may be affected by a subclinical gluten sensitivity. There are plenty of other grains that donʼt have gluten. (Amaranth, Buckwheat, Millet,
Oats, Rice, Sorghum and Wild rice). Itʼs a matter of learning how to substitute. Glutenintolerant individuals, using gluten-free grains along with foods like nuts, arrowroot, beans, chestnuts, mesquite, and tapioca, all of which are gluten-free, create delicious breakfast cereals and side dishes. But donʼt jump from the skillet into the frying pan. One mistake many people make when trying to move to a gluten-free diet is substitute with corn and/or soy. Neither of these contain gluten, but neither are in your best interest. More than 75% percent of processed, packaged foods, including many gluten-free products, contain corn or soy ingredients. They are in nearly all fast foods. Many individuals have sub-clinical sensitivities to corn and soy. One reason may be that like wheat, both of these foods have been the subject of intensive genetic modification.
Nearly all corn and soy products on the market today (unless specifically labeled non-GMO) have been genetically altered and cause allergy-type reactions that build up over time. They will be our next “wheat.” Keep reading the labels and steer clear of wheat, corn and soy—unless they are organic and non-GMO. Your best option is always a diet of fresh, whole foods. Let vegetables and fruits be your mainstay, rather than wheat, corn or soy. Sharyn Wynters is a naturopath with
The Glycemic Index: Whole wheat bread is higher in compatative blood sugar effect than tablespoon sugar. IT IS TRUE! Whole wheat bread has an index of 72; sucrose comes in at 59. This has serious implications for those who suffer with diabetes and various weight issues. The higher the glycemic index, the higher the blood glucose after consumption and the greater the insulin required to balance blood sugar.
over 30 years experience in health and wellness. She is author of the book, The Pure Cure: A Guide to Freeing your Life from Dangerous Toxins. She is Director of Clinical Services for NORI (Nutritional Oncology Research Institute) and hosts the TV/Radio show called “Get Healthy the Wynters Way with The Pure Cure!” (Thursdays from 1:30-2:30 p.m. on www.rmconlive.com/). Visit Sharyn at: www.wyntersway.com
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Celebrity Hair & Make-up Artist
Hair Trend #1 — Braids With A Twist
An increase demand for beautiful braids... simple or intricate — for a wedding or a walk in the park, braids continue to be a sought-after hairstyle. And, dont think every braid has to be perfect. The messy braid is here to stay!
Hair Trend # 6 — Bangin Bangs
Be on the lookout for increased fashion hair colors! And weʼre not talking a few pieces of bright hair on the ends, or face (thatʼs FAB too!) but I have clients asking for all over fashion colors, especially pastels! The fashion hair color I predict will be the HOTTEST in 2014 is PURPLE.
Maybe youʼre more on the conservative side and not ready to get completely bold YET and thatʼs okay. But you might consider BANGS! Soft or edgy — bangs continue to be on the rise. What makes bangs a success is the ability of your stylist to choose the right cut for your facial features. The idea of bangs is to enhance or hide. You and your styllist will decide.
Hair Trend #3 — Silver/Gray
Hair Trend #7 — Short & Edgy
Hair Trend #2 — Pastel Fashion
Look out! A hair color you'll see a lot is the one we spent decades in the salon industry trying to cover up. Grey! Whether its a shimmering silver color, or a matte gray, you will be surprised to see a sharp increase of young edgy men and women with gray hair! Not to mention super grey clients may want to opt for this hair color trend, as it enhances what they already have.
Hair Trend #4 — Red Hair
This style continues from 2013 — as a red head does turn heads. Look for all types of red hair colors. My clients ask for fashion reds, copper reds, fiery reds, and maybe a mixture of all three. Itʼs a return to vintage styles and trends of the 1930s through the 1960s and more.
Hair Trend #5 — Vintage Curls & Waves
This look is elegant and classic and making a strong trend upward. Whatʼs even better? This look can be glammed up for a beautiful wedding or made casual with a headband or scarf! And personally, Iʼve been waiting for pin curls to make their comeback!
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While there are still plenty of ladies and men growing out their locks to rock those highly sought-after beach waves, 2014 comes on fast with a hard rocker Miley Cyrus look, or a softer Michelle Williams or Ann Hathaway style BUT short!
Hair Trend #8 — Sleek & Smooth Long Hair With Deep Side & Middle Parts
While voluptuous curls still hold an interest, another flash back to the late 1960s early 1970s is upon us! Headbands have made their comeback, and following is sleek sexy hair paired with a deep side or middle part and bangs—or not.
2014 Hair & Makeup Trends
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Hair Trend # 9 — Sandy, Smokey, Mink Shades
I say it again... vintage hairstyles are in! Not just for haircuts, but soft sandy hair colors are being requested. Ashes and grays and silvers...
Hair Trend #10 — Obviously Ombre!
No matter how over-done you feel this looks — its here to stay. With so many various OMBRE options this trend is fun and different.
Hair Trend #11 — Pompadour & Quiffs
This unisex hairstyle continues to rise. Men and women want this for different style modifications.
Hair Trend #12 — Slick Hair On The Runway
Slick hair is an unexpected look during Resort and Swimwear Shows. While itʼs not the easiest to pull off for the average, everyday look, itʼs perfect for a evening or event look when you want to shake things up. Slicking back only the sides of your hair is a glam way to reference a faux-hawk look as the punk trend is popular again.
Make-up Trend #1 — The Cat Eye
Itʼs been strong in edgy circles, and has finally become popular with brides. Whatʼs great about Cat-Eye liner is its retro glam look; trendy but classic — especially in photos. And the looks glams with any wedding gown. Fashion will be filled with Cat Eyes so get on board.
Make-up Trend #2 — Pretty Pink Lips
Berry and Baby PInk by RM Cosmetics was a BIG make-up trend on 2013 fashion runways. Along with Cat Eyes, pink is set to be a favorite lipstick statement for this yearʼs brides. With so many shades to choose from... pink is blissful as it demands a less committment than red BUT either is a wedding favorite; fun and glam!
Impressionist Jeff Tracta Headlines with Jay Leno at Star-Studded Gala
Raising Over $1 Million for Charity
IMPRSSIONIST Jeff Tracta wowed guests to a standing
ovation at the $1,500-a-head black tie event, themed “Welcome to Casablanca,” featuring Moroccan-inspired dining, music, decor and dancing. The Alfred E. Mann Foundation gala emceed by Jay Leno and raised over $1 million for charity with over 400 people in attendance and featured Tractaʼs compelling performance, “A Journey Through Pop Culture,” that showcased more than 50 spot-on impressions. VIP guests included: Marilyn McCoo, Billy Davis, Jr., Norm Nixon, Debbie Allen, Larry King, Shawn King and honored two award recipients Janet and Wayne Gretzky and Dr. Stanislao Rizzo for positively impacting the human condition. Jeff Tracta earned international fame with over 450 million viewers worldwide as Thorne Forrester on CBSʼs Emmy-winning The Bold & the Beautiful and since has taken his impressions to a new level, with an explosion of pop culture featuring favorite voices from the world of both contemporary and legendary comedians (Larry the Cable Guy, George Burns, Joan Rivers) to politicians (Presidents Bush and Reagan) to the world of cartoons (SpongeBob SquarePants, South Park, Family Guy and Popeye) to classic television (All In The Family, Bewitched, Gilliganʼs Island, The Honeymooners and The Andy Griffith Show) to music (Elton John, Billy Joel, NʼSync, Andrea Bocelli, Sarah Brightman and the Black Eyed Peas). The Annual Alfred E. Mann Foundation galas are dedicated to recognizing those who have made a direct impact to the human condition.
Make-up Trend #3 — Nude Complextion
On the runway a clean faced-no make-up look that dares to go bare with just a dab of concealer, minimal bronzing and a tiny touch of blush if any at all. This bare faced overall look is soft, dewy and translucent-sharp... a contrast to the more obvious artificial "glow" created with highly-reflective high-light creams and powders by RM Cosmetics. Prep skin with a good cleansing, followed by a non-manual exfoliation (an enzyme or acid mask is perfect. Mist with a hydrating toner/tonic (alcohol free) and finish with a super hydrating moisturizer. Use a RM Cosmetics sheer foundation or thin out a medium/ full coverage one with moisturizer and apply to face (to even skin tone). Dust the tiniest amount to loose powder by RM Cosmetics across your nose and your forehead to avoid an oily looking shiner.
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Alfred E. Mann & wife Claude Mann photo by Annie Rivera
Larry King with wife Shawn King
Billy Davis Jr, Marilyn McCoo and John McEntee
Alfred E. Mann with wife Claude Mann
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RUNWAY RHYTHM By Nataliya Joy Prieto
THE Consul General of Canada, Mr. David Fransen
hosted "An Evening of Fashion Opulence" with a red carpet event that showcased Canadian Fashion Designer Dalia MacPhee and an exclusive preview of her 2014 Red Carpet and Award Show Collections. After 13 incredible years as a professional designer Dalia MacPhee has rocketed to the upper echelon of sought after designers for red carpet events. Dalia始s gowns have graced the figures of celebrities including Hilary Duff, Heidi Klum, Brooke Burke-Charvet, Olivia Munn, Serena Williams, Scarlett Johansson, Khloe Kardashian, stars of The Vampire Diaries, Big Bang Theory, Glee and America's sweetheart gold-medalist Gabby Douglas. The couture-clad red carpet event was enhanced with a special performance by renowned Canadian electric violinist Lili Haydn (Los Angeles Philharmonic). Photos: Bob Degadillo
FASHION 4 COMPASSION
Photost: David Buchan 4 Compassion, a 501(c3) non-profit organization rooted in the concept of fashion as activism against bullying, hosted an evening of fashion, glamour and philanthropy at the Christopher Guy showroom in the West Hollywood Design District. Proceeds benefitted the Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network (GLSEN) and Teen Line, an advice line. Emcee Owain Yeoman, of CBS始 The Mentalist, live models and plenty of star power heightened the couture night with gowns by Emmy award winning designer, Birgit C Muller. Guests included Rainn Wilson, Clarke Duke, Sofia Milos, Enrico Lo Verso, Amanda Righetti, Bai Ling, Patricia Kara and Deputy Consul General for the State of Israel Uri Resnick. Fashion 4 Compassion was founded by Felix Wasser, Scott Szybala and Gigi Yeoman with help from Steven Karash, President of Partnerships & Initiatives and designer Birgit C Muller plus fashion icons, influencers and VIPs.
FASHION
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Live models exhibited pieces by Emmy award winning designer Birgit Muller.
Steven Karash, Felix Wasser, Abbe Land, Gigi Yeoman &d Owain Yeoman
Gloria Govan wearing Dalia MacPhee
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Gretchen Rossi (L) & Dalia MacPhee (R)
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WOW WOW
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Mark and Matthew Harris
FORGED out of a passion to be part of Hollywood, Los
Angeles natives Mark and Matt Harris (identical twins) started WOW! Creations in 2004. “Whatʼs the point of living in L.A. and not being in the industry,” said Matt.
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Mark Harris with over 20 years Mortgage Banking experience and Matt with 20 years experience in Sales and Marketing have put their combined talents to good use with Los Angelesʼ number one rated Celebrity Gifting company WOW! Creations. WOW offers a tremendous resource to the entertainment industry at large. Over the last nine years
WOW! Creations have provided and produced some of the most exciting gift bags and Gift Lounges in Hollywood and beyond and the Harris Brothers have traveled the World providing their Gifting. From London, to Vietnam, Mexico City, Toronto, The Bahamas and many more locales. They have provided Gifting for the Kentucky Derby, ABCʼs “The Bachelor”, The Oscars, The Emmys, The Grammys, Sundance Film Festival, Miss America, Miss Universe, Miss USA, TBS Comedy Festival, Soul Train Music Awards, TV Land Awards, William Shatner Charities and many more. Along the way they have met some incredible celebrities including President Bill Clinton, Mexican President Vicente Fox, Prince Albert of Monaco, Michael Jordan, Quintin Tarantino, Dewayne Wade, Donald Trump, Tim Allen, Kurt Russell, Gene
Simmons, Eva Longoria and many, many more. In addition to their daily 9-5 job of running WOW Creations Matt and Mark Harris also star in the upcoming season of A&Eʼs number one rated show “Storage Wars” and also spend their time Judging Beauty Pageants including: Miss California, USA, Miss Nevada, USA, Miss Illinois, USA, Miss Maryland, USA and Miss New Jersey, USA. The Harris Brothers are also currently shopping around their own Reality Show “The Kings of Swag” and working on a Documentary about their lives.
CLUB 100
Music Center Support Luncheon FOUNDED in 1975, Club 100 is a Music Center support group of dynamic com-
munity leaders who generously raise funds for the Music Center education programs, specifically, the Artist Teacher Partnership program (ATP). Developed to help schools strengthen in-depth instruction to students, Artist Teacher Partnership, in addition to providing arts programing for students, builds a partnership in which principles, classroom teachers, art specialists and teaching artists work as a team to support student learning. In addition to ATP, Cub 100 also provides an art booth each year at the
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Mary Culter, Lois Aldrin, Virginia OʼBrian
Music Centerʼs Very Special Arts Festival, celebrating the artistic achievements of its students with disabilities. In 2012, Club 100 provided a potted plants activity to students and families at the festival. Club 100 is proud that its endowment annually supports Music Education at the Music Center. In addition to supporting arts eduction programs, the members enjoy participating in a variety of social events throughout the year. Club 100 membership obligations include an annual donation to the Music Center and Club 100 dues, as well as participation in ongoing fundraising activities, committees and events.
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For Information Email Mandara: mtakowsky@yahoo.com
LA ART SCENE by Mandara Takowsky
Art for the Heart... GET ready to take a trip down the coast to visit the JoAnne Artman Gallery in Laguna Beach. The line-up of spectacular artworks is worth the drive. The entire month of January is “Through the Looking Glass” featuring photographer Brooke Shaden and Digital Artist Nadine Boughton. “Through the Looking Glass” Exhibits the uncanny photography of Brooke Shaden and the innovative photo-collages of Nadine Boughton. The works of the women are a mix of fact and fantasy that will take you on a journey through the looking glass and deep into their illuminating wonderlands. Brooke Shadenʼs work reflects a consistently changing perception of wonderland. Each photograph alludes a mood that is different from the next. Says Brooke, “It is my goal in photography to make beautiful that which others find disturbing, to take a simple concept (be it birth, death, or something in between – life) and mold it into something complex and magnetic.” Brooke is a fine art photographer in Los Angeles area and she says her passion lies in creating new worlds through photographs. Her vision extends beyond the realm of the camera, creating images that resemble paintings and speak of an era that is not our own. Each image is a story.
The Hostile Branches of Whistling Fog Forest
Ravished Life Behind Glass Nadine Boughton creates alternate realities with her use of menʼs adventure magazines from the 50ʼs and 60ʼs amongst the juxtaposition of womenʼs Better Homes and Gardenʼs magazines of the same era. Her work then reflects the col
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Wild Birds Burning
Bathers in Orange and Blue
lision of the two worlds, stating that her intention is “to show how the inner psyche reflects the culture at large.” By taking a peek Through the Looking Glass, Boughtonʼs art reveals a private look into the cool, insular world of mid-century modern living that glossed over all darkness, in which the heroic male fought off in every corner. “Whether the metaphor is
that of bats or whales, this ʻotherʼ carries not only our deepest fears but our deepest desires. We meet ourselves,” said Nadine, a collage artist, photographer, poet and teacher who is a recipient of the “Top 50″ Critical Mass 2011 competition, Photolucida. She was an IRIS lecturer 2012, at The Annenberg Space for Photography, Los Angeles, CA. Boughton grew up Rochester, NY, under the shadow of George Eastmanʼs Kodak Tower. She studied photography with Garry Winogrand, and at Visual Studies Workshop, Rochester, NY, and Lesley University Seminars, Cambridge, MA. She lives in Gloucester, MA, where she teaches photography, collage and creative writing.
JoAnne Artman Gallery 326 N. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, 92651 949-510-5481 joanneartman@aol.com www.joanneartmangallery.com
Tomas Wolfe Sound Master
By Annette Verde
WHAT does it take to be with the band? Let’s rephrase that. What does it take to be with a GREAT band? Well, it takes a band with talent, guts, tons of personality, audience appeal AND an amazing song or two or ten in their back pocket. But no man, OR band is an island. So, there is also a leg-long list of a behind-the-scenes crew that music-makers can’t live without. PR, management, stage hands, and the mighty — Front of House Engineer. Don’t know what that is? Well, let’s say the talent, or lack of an Front of House Engineer makes the difference between an excruciatingly painful, pretty good, or rockin’ outrageous live or recorded sound performance. Without question the most important element of any band or performer is the music they produce. An Front of House Engineer has a multi-level job that encompasses the recording, manipulation, mixing and reproduction of sound. These days Front of House Engineers get creative with a plethora of high-tech equipment and programs that create groundbreaking sounds for music, film, radio, television and computer games. Sure, there are film and sound schools that train people interested in becoming Audio Engineers. But when it comes right down to it — it’s the inborn “ear for sound” of a person that determines how good of an Audio Engineer he/she will be. The creativity, knowledge and experience of a seasoned audio engineer knows no bounds.
Having just been voted “One of Seven of the Best Live Sound Engineers in Los Angeles” — Tomas Wolfe knows exactly what it takes to make a live performance rock the rafters. From LA’s Staples Center, Viper Room, Club Nokia, Soho House and The El Rey, to the biggest and most outrageous live band festival oon planet earth — Coachella — and just about any venue you can name in about any state you can think of... Wolfe (31) a Los Angeles native) has made a name for himself spinning music because he has a great ear for turning out great sound. Recently, I caught up with Wolfe who was off tour and back in town for a flash of Christmas time with his family and friends. Tall, dark and adorably handsome,I had a few questions burning on my mind.
Front of House Engineering was I originally went to school to get my degree as a Recording Engineer. Soon after, I got offered a gig running live sound for a local band here in L.A., and I fell in love with the spontainity of live mixing. I never looked back. The specifics of my job is to capture sound from instruments, then mix them together for a bitchin’ show. What do you love most about your job? Having a platform where I can be creative and technical at the same time. Even better… look into the audience and see everybody enjoying the show. Tomaswolfe@gmail.com 310.591.4217
Everybody thinks working and traveling with a band must be so exciting BUT is it really? What's life like on the road? It's not as glamorous as people think. It takes a certain type of person to endure road life. But for me it's the greatest job I have ever had, and I love it. You work all the time with rarely a day off. If you do get a day off, you are usually traveling to the next city. It's great to travel, but I'm in a town for only a day, and that time is usually spent working at the venue. You have to deal with a lot of different personalities, and living in close quarters 24/7 takes adjustments on everyone’s part. It not for everybody that’s for sure. What you do is so specialized. Tell us what attracted you to Front of House Engineering, and what are the specifics of what you do? What attracted me to
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LA SWAG
crazy • sexy • exciting • delicious • fun in the city
ODELIA & ORNELA SAMUELS
THE CHURCHILL A TRENDY hipster bar/restaurant with an eclectic
group of women and men in super tight skinny jeans, plaid shirts and a lot of geek chick. The outdoor patio is great to see and be seen —The Churchill is located on the super trendy and swag West 3rd street where sexy passerbyers are sauntering around. Hey, we have to keep an eye out for potential boyfriends don’t we? ;) We were there at 7:30pm on a Tuesday night and it started to get filled to capacity by 8pm. We started our feast with Lavender Roasted Baby Beets, French beans, autumn figs, goat cheese, smoked almonds — OH YUM. Another sweet fun dish, Brussel Sprouts wood roasted with apple, turnips, bacon and walnut crumb; Spanish Octopussnap peas, tomatoes, lemon, red pepper, garlic... need we say more? Fresh,
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sizzling hot, lemony and served with delish toasted bread. For entrees we had the Churchill Margarita Pizza; tomato, mozzarella, basil and The Churchill Burgerhookʼs cheddar, caramelized onions, pickles, bacon, gave our mouths a gangbang of flavors. The California King Salmon ooooh.... tomato and cucumber salad, dill sun chokes, horseradish-sorrel. The deliciousness never stopped! For dessert we just had to have the trio of Sorbet – blueberry, passion fruit basil and fig which we licked, licked, licked and licked. Sorry, but it was sooooo good! It was a wonderful evening with a lusty cuisine and an uber-sexy skillful staff. The Churchill 8384 W 3rd Street West Hollywood, CA 90048 (323) 655-8384 Monday to Wednesday 7:00am -12:00am Thursday to Saturday 7:00am-2:00pm Sunday 7:00am-12:00am
Roy's ROY’S
in Downtown Los Angeles is next to LA Live and the Staples Center. It’s a great spot to have dinner before a game or concert. Roy's is big, yet cozy with a chic New York ambience. We started off our yummy adventure with the Kim Chee Vegetables — Nappa Cabbage, Sesame, Chili, Blistered Shishito Peppers -Togarashi, Miso, Bonito, and the outrageous Hawaiian tuna-ago poki-wasabi aioli, cucumber, avocado, tobiko-sweet and spicy. For our super swag entrees we had: the Misoyaki “Butterfish” — Alaskan Black Cod, baby Bok Choy, Furikake Rice so soft it made us ache for more and the Teppanyaki ShrimpTogarashi Noodle, Sambal, Tomato, Thai Basil and Asparagus; scrumptious AND lubricated with the right amount of garlic, we devoured it like Neanderthals. Dessert time!!! What to pick? Roy's Melting Hot Chocolate Soufflé - flourless chocolate cake of course — with a molten hot center, served with raspberry coulis and vanilla bean ice cream; Upside Down Pineapple Cake moist brown sugar cake with caramelized pineapple. Our mouths were watering. Roy's DTLA is a happening place with swagalicious entertainment everywhere. Great Hawaiian Fusion with a wonderful staff. Roy's 800 S. Figueroa Street Los Angeles, CA 90017 213-488-4994 Sunday 5:00pm – 9:00pm Monday-Thursday 11:30am – 10:00pm Friday 11:30am – 10:30pm Saturday 5:00pm – 10:30pm
PACIFIC DINING CAR THIS most definitely is one of the swagest restau-
rants in L.A . Located in Downtown Los Angeles, the Pacific Drive Car is a super-expensive restaurant situated in an old renovated railway train which has been expanded, and now has many rooms with old style seating and a sexy bar. An 81-year old bartender named Raphael is working there for over 27 years, and his twin brother is the maître d. We were greeted by the super amazing managers Gustavo and Miguel, who represent the restaurant outstandingly and they treated us like the queens of the railway train. Without question, we chose to dine in the Huntington Room. The room made us feel as if we are sitting in an old fashioned menʼs cigar room; a very rustic and sexy ambiance. At the table next to us sat three business men talking about taxes—cute, professional and definitely husband material! Our server Hugo (there for over 20 years) started us off with a fab first course of phenomenal Cheese Plate and Grilled Toast, Heirloom Tomato Salad – which was sweet and fragrant a Ceaser Salad, and the Dining Car Salad - garlicky and fresh. Our entrees were absolutely formidable; we ordered the 14oz Filet Mignon – it was thick yet tender and the Maine Lobster Tails — both were an absolute love affair! For our side dishes we couldnʼt resist the Jumbo Asparagus and a classic Idaho Potato. The desserts were splendid! We were served the Apple Tart Tatin which was so HOT if we were men we would need a COLD shower and the Hot Fudge Brownie Sundae with HOT fudge, and caramelized walnuts and whipped cream was absolutely sterling. Pacific Drive Car is opened 24 hours — breakfast and dinner is served all day — and they have complimentary cabs to the Staples Center, Music Center, Disney Concert Hall and Nokia Theater. The staff is absolutely professional and very sweet. A must go! Pacific Dining Car 1310 West 6th Street Los Angeles, CA 90017 (213) 483-6000
CAPO Dear Capo, you so want us to have boyfriends, OH donʼt you? You are such a romantic chic restaurant that
itʼs totally called for. Capos clientele consists mostly of couples celebrating anniversaries, tables of families, and men and women on dates at the small bar. This is not a place to look for potential boyfriends or girlfriends, but it is one where you bring a wife, date or family. We arrived at 7:30 on a Saturday evening. The restaurant was to capacity around 8:30. It is very elegant — “especially” the little man with a big penis sculpture in the window, Capo is intimate, totally bijou with great eclectic décor. What is very romantic — Capo is a family owned restaurant. The charming maître de Max, is the
Us with amazing hosting managers Gustavo and Miguel @ Pacific Dining Car;)
We insist to Max, the Maitre to show us the cozy Wine Room son of the owners and, his brother is one of the waiters. We started off with our favorite red wine— Malbec (Capo has a wine cellar with a wide selection of delicious wines) and mouthwatering appetizers: OH MY.... The Bluefin Tuna Tartare-leek terrine, B.B.Q. Romaine Caesar style salad – all crunchy and fresh, gave our bodies pure pleasure, the Burrata caprese was soft and creamy in our mouths and the B.B.Q Calamari OMG... superb. For our main dishes we ordered the Prime Filet Mignon Chop – which was fingerlicking, and the Rissoto Lobster... full of flavor and cooked to perfection. Deserts at Capo are a must! The Artisan Cheese Selection platter was sensual; Volcano Chocolate Cake — sweet taste of heaven lingering on our tongues, and the Hot Apple Tart with caramel ice cream– rich and irresistible — it made us deliriously happy for the rest of the night. Capo might be one of the cityʼs priciest Italian restaurants BUT worth every penny. Enter and Enjoy the decadent experience and OOOOH LA LA time! Capo 1810 Ocean Avenue Santa Monica, CA 90401 310-394-5550 Sunday and Monday-Closed Tuesday-Thursday 6:00pm - 10:00pm Friday & Saturday 6:00pm - 11:00pm
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Squintâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ranch and Airport Lake Arrowhead, California
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