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Bike sharing rolling WeHon joins World AIDS Day recognition Cities all around the world will remember     along in Beverlygoal that we will Hills continue to expand it throughout our city with the victims, raise More than one year and thou- more stations and more bike lanes. I awareness on Dec. 1 sands of bike rides later, the hope that our city will always be a Beverly Hills bike share program leader in being a walkable, bike-      has given residents and visitors a able community.” viable way to explore the local According to a city staff report, Every year during the holiday streets. approximately 6,567 trips were season, West Hollywood “I am thrilled that our city has a taken through the bike share pro- Councilman John Duran’s home thriving bike share program,” gram between May 2016 and decorating includes 12 teddy Mayor Lili Bosse said. “It is my See Bike page 26 bears, each representing a friend he lost at the height of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Adding a solemn note to a cele- bratory time of year, World AIDS Day returns on Dec. 1 to remem- ber the lives taken by the virus and to support those living with it. “It’s a very emotional time photo courtesy of the city of West Hollywood every year,” said Duran, who lost more than 100 friends when the Participants in a West Hollywood candlelight vigil will walk to the library epidemic devastated West to continue their World AIDS Day remembrance, as they did in 2016. Hollywood. “Many of us in West Hollywood lost so many people.” Library. Then, the Paul Starke and open to the public. West Hollywood’s World AIDS Warrior Awards program will be Duran, who is HIV positive, Day events this year will include a held at 7 p.m., recognizing service said he’s asked Holocaust sur- candlelight vigil at 6 p.m. on providers who help people living vivors how they’ve coped with Friday, starting at the northwest with HIV/AIDS. Laurie McBride, losing loved ones, and always gets corner of Crescent Heights and an LGBTQ activist and former the same answer: “You never get photo by Luke Harold Santa Monica boulevards, and California assistant secretary of past it. The best thing to do is The Wilshire and Doheny station is one of several throughout the city ending at the West Hollywood state, will speak. The event is free See AIDS page 23 where riders enrolled in the program can pick up and drop off bicycles.

n Crashing the party in ThaiThe project’s Town funding marketplace coming to Hollywood received an added n boost from City Hall theProposed Hollywood ordinance could help deterHills loud  
  parties that residents have long bemoaned      series of fines for houses that host At the western gateway to Thai loud or unruly conduct – including Town, a new marketplace will An ordinance that would crack loud noise, obstructing a street or open next summer selling exotic down on disturbances caused by sidewalk, public intoxication, van- foods and handcrafted artisanal loud party houses, particularly in dalism and other disturbances of goods. the Hollywood Hills, cleared the the peace. The vibrancy in Thai Town has Los Angeles Planning and Land According to the ordinance, law waned in recent years, and estab- Use Management Committee on enforcement responding to a loud lishing a marketplace is an effort Nov. 28. Violators could face fines or unruly gathering will post a to revitalize the area – a six-block up to $8,000 for repeat offenses. notice at the front entrance of the stretch of Hollywood Boulevard Residents including George residence warning about potential between Western and Normandie photo by Edwin Folven Skarpelos, vice president of the fines the owner or responsible party avenues. Through a motion Hollywood United Neighborhood could incur. The notice cannot be authored by Councilman Mitch Pedestrians and motorists traveling on Hollywood Boulevard pass an altar located in the heart of Thai Town. Council, have long complained that removed, altered or tampered with O’Farrell, 13th District, the Los loud parties at neighboring houses for 30 days. The owner of a house, Angeles City Council approved late into the night have deteriorated or other responsible party, violating $436,100 in funding for the mar- tion comes from AB 1290 funds, ate jobs and provide training for the quality of life for everyone the ordinance would also face a ketplace, which will be incorpo- which is money from property new micro-businesses, but it will within proximity. $100 citation for the first violation. rated into an existing building taxes that can be used for revital- also offer an opportunity to share He said events that have caused A second violation would lead to a above the Metro Red Line subway ization projects. locally made products within the disturbances in his neighborhood $500 citation, followed by $1,000 station at the corner. “I am thrilled to be able to part- community.” include product launch events, cor- for a third violation, $2,000 for a The Thai Community ner with the Thai CDC to establish Chanchanit Martorell, execu- porate events and parties resem- fourth violation and $4,000 for a Development Center, also known the Thai Town Marketplace,” tive director of the Thai CDC, said bling nightclubs. fifth violation. PLUM Committee as the Thai CDC, is spearheading O’Farrell said. “This daily indoor the Thai Town Marketplace has “It’s been a long time coming,” members decided to add an $8,000 the project. It will serve as a busi- public market and business incu- been years in the making. The Skarpelos said of the need for the fine for six or more violations. The ness “incubator” for merchants bator is a welcome addition to organization struggled over the ordinance, which City Council will city attorney could bring criminal who are expected to transition into East Hollywood, and long over- likely vote on before Christmas. charges against repeat offenders if other spaces. The city’s contribu- due. The venue will not only cre- See Thai Town page 26 The ordinance would enact a See Party page 26 Private, gated, 3 bdrm, IN ESCROW 3 ba well-maintained OVER ASKING sachsandthecity.com Spanish home. jeffreysachs.com City views, Prime lower Sunset Strip 310.777.6361 $1,895,000 Specializing in the mid-city neighborhoods of West Hollywood, Beverly Grove, The Miracle Mile and Hancock Park to the west side communities of Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Westwood and Santa Monica.

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Saturday, Dec. 2 Beverly Hills at 8 p.m. at Royce La Virgen de Hall. The concert, titled “That Bad ChamberJoin the Beverly Hills Chamber of GuadalupeGOYA Foods presents the 15th Donato: The L.A. Commerce for “Legal Lunch & annual “La Virgen de Guadalupe, Brazil Connec- Learn: The Nuts & Bolts of DUIs: Dios Inantzin,” a Los Angeles holi- tion,” features the Misdemeanors and Felonies” on day tradition, on Thursday, Dec. 7 pianist perform- Thursday, Nov. 30 from noon to 1:15 and Friday, Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m. at ing classic songs and revisiting his p.m. in the chamber board room. The Cathedral of Our Lady of the classic Brazilian jazz and funk meeting will feature information on Angels. The production stars opera album, “That Bad Donato.” Tickets criminal defense. Donations are also singer Suzanna Guzman as the start at $29. 340 Royce Drive. sought for the chamber’s Young Virgin, and features over 100 actors, (310)825-2101, arts.ucla.edu. Professionals Network’s holiday singers and indigenous Aztec canned food drive. 9400 S. Santa dancers. Its follows the story of Monica Blvd., Second Floor. mem- Juan Diego, a peasant to whom the bers.beverlyhillschamber.com. ClassicalMembers of theConcert Los Angeles Virgin Mary appeared four times in Philharmonic Brass will perform on 1531 in the mountains of Tepeyac Sunday, Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.m. in the near Mexico City. Admission is Bob’s Holiday Colburn school’s Zipper Hall. Curator free; $40 for reserved seating. 555 and conductor Mark Lawrence will lead W. Temple St. (866)811-4111, the- the performance with musicians Tom latc.org. OfficePlaywrights Party Joe Keyes and Rob Elk Hooten, Jim Wilt, Andrew Bain, Greg are bringing back the long-running Roosa, David Rejano Cantero, James holiday hit “Bob’s Holiday Office Miller and Norm Pearson. The concert Party” running from Thursday, Nov. photo by Xavi Moreno includes works by Bach, Poulenc, 30 through Monday, Dec. 18 at the Holst, Timo Andres and others. Tickets Atwater Village Los Angeles Theatre Center presents the Latino Theater Company pro- are $9.75. 200 S. Grand Ave. (213)621- Theatre. The play duction of “The Latina Christmas Special” running from Friday, Dec. 1 1050, colburnschool.edu. is set in the office through Sunday, Jan. 7. The show is written and performed by comedi- of insurance sales- ans Maria Russell (left), Diana Yanez and Sandra Valls. The trio shares man Bob Finhead hilarious, touching and surprisingly personal Christmas stories about in Neuterburg, Forever Flamenco Flamenco returns to the Iowa – population holidays past. Showtimes are 8 p.m., Thursday and Friday; 2 and 8 p.m., Odyssey Theatre in West Los Angeles 382. Hilarity Saturday; 3 p.m., Sunday. Tickets start at $32. 514 S. Spring St. under the artistic direction of master ensues when (866)811-4111, thelatc.org. guitarist Antonio many of the town’s residents come Triana on together for an annual office party. Sunday, Dec. 3 at Returning cast members include Elk, putes, consumer law and landlord-ten- senting a special panel of speakers to 8 p.m. The perfor- Cody Chappel, Melissa Denton, Mark ant law will be discussed. 471 S. accompany its screening of “Leave mance features Fite, Maile Flanagan, Michael Halpin, Roxbury Drive. (310)601-2422, Her to Heaven” on Saturday, Dec. 2 dancers Fanny Andrea Hutchman, Sirena Irwin, Joe bhba.org. at 7:15 p.m. Speakers include Alicia Ara (pictured), Keyes and Pat Towne. Showtimes are Malone, host of Indie Movie Guide, Reyes Barrios, 8 p.m., Thursday through Saturday; 7 and Jim Hosney, one of Los Angeles’ Alejandro Vega p.m., Sunday. Tickets are $25. 3269 most influential film educators. Pippa Garner and Daniela Zermeño; singer Jesus Casitas Ave. (800)838-3006, bobsoffi- Enjoy a discussion with inventor, “Leave Her to Heaven” tells the story Montoya; and guitarist Kai Narezo. ceparty.com. illustrator, performer, author and artist of writer Richard Harland, who meets Pippa Garner on Saturday, Dec. 2 at the stunning and self-assured Ellen Tickets start at $45. 2055 S. 2 p.m. in the Petersen Automotive Berent on a train. She sweeps him off Sepulveda Blvd. (323)663-1525, Museum’s William E. Connor his feet, but he does not understand fountaintheatre.com. Unauthorized Penthouse. Garner will discuss her 50- how obsessive her love is. She will go Musical Parody year career and the impact it has had to any length to have him to herself, on American consumer culture, partic- with consequences that he does not Santa-thon of Home Alone ularly in the automotive industry. understand until it’s too late. Actor and comedian Fred Willard will Enjoy “The Unauthorized Musical 6060 Wilshire Blvd. (323)930-2277, Admission is $16. 6464 Sunset Blvd. host the Greenway Arts Alliance’s Parody of Home Alone” running from petersen.org. (323)924-1644, arenascreen.com. “Santa-thon” on Wednesday, Dec. 6 Thursday, Nov. 30 through and Thursday, Dec. 7 at 8 p.m. at the Saturday, Dec. 30 at Rockwell Table Greenway Court Theatre. The holiday & Stage. The show is an unauthorized event features celebrity guests in an musical parody of John Hughes’ cute Film“Dynamic Noir Dames,” Panel a classic film evening of comedy, music, perfor- Christmas ode. Showtimes are 8 p.m., series at Arena Cinelounge Sunset cel- ThatUCLA CenterBad Donato for the Art of mances and sketches. 544 N. Fairfax Thursday through Saturday; noon, ebrating noir films highlighting the Performance welcomes Brazilian Ave. (323)673-0544, greenway- Sunday. 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Beverly Hills school board approves fourth JPA extension n County explores innovative ways The city and school district continue to work to address homelessness Representatives from nearly 50 Board of Supervisors, underscores out a long-term deal cities throughout Los Angeles the county’s continuing determina- County came together on Nov. 29 tion to pursue regional solutions to   
  to launch a regional effort to devel- the homeless crisis. In October, op plans to address homelessness. cities were awarded planning grants The Beverly Hills Unified The gathering was a milestone from $30,000 and $70,000 to devel- School District’s school board on multi-jurisdictional effort enabled op homelessness plans. The group Nov. 28 approved another exten- by a grant initiative from Los set a framework for the strategic sion to its Joint Powers Agreement Angeles County and United Way of planning process in each participat- with the city of Beverly Hills that Greater Los Angeles’ Home For ing city, and considered successes allows the city to use district facili- Good Funders Collaborative. and best practices to help the ties for various programs. The The program, financed by an grantees develop local action plans. extension will carry the agreement allocation of more than $2 million For information, visit through Dec. 31. from the Los Angeles County homeless.lacounty.gov. The district has been asking the city to increase the annual value of the agreement to $13.5 million. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press file photo According to the current terms, the city pays the school district a base extension in shorter increments as haps even halfway through the L.A. council addresses net neutrality amount of $9.7 million per year, as the two sides work out a long-term month [of November].” Margo did Los Angeles City content over a competitor’s con- well as $125,000 for crossing deal. The board initially approved a not respond to a request for com- Councilwoman Monica tent. guards around the schools. two-month extension through Aug. ment before press time. Rodriguez, 7th District, and “The internet is a resource orga- After-school enrichment classes 31, followed by another two-month Beverly Hills Unified’s commu- Councilman Bob Blumenfield, 3rd nized on the principles of open- at the district’s four K-8 schools, extension through Oct. 31, fol- nications director, Laura Skirde, District, co-presented a resolution ness, fairness and freedom,” aquatics classes at the high school’s lowed by a one-month extension said via email that “very substan- on Nov. 28 opposing the Federal Rodriguez said. “It is an essential pool, Beverly Hills Little League at through the end of November. tive conversations” about the JPA Communications Commission’s resource that fuels the creative school baseball fields and adult The Board of Education between the district and the city proposed actions to eliminate net engine of our city’s economy and classes in high school classrooms expressed confidence that a long- continue. neutrality. preserves our right to communi- have been made possible by the term agreement would be reached In a statement, Superintendent Net neutrality, also known as cate freely. Abandoning net neu- JPA. before the Nov. 30 deadline of the Michael Bregy said, “Beverly Hills “open internet,” is the principle trality would be an abandonment The agreement expired on June third extension. School board mem- Unified School District and the that all data and traffic on the inter- of the principles on which this 30, but the City Council authorized ber Noah Margo said during an City of Beverly Hills have worked net should be treated equally, and country was founded.” a six-month extension through the October school board meeting that together for decades, and I am opti- that internet service providers can- On Dec. 14, the FCC is expected end of the year. The school board a deal would be done “certainly in mistic this relationship will contin- not discriminate or charge differ- to vote on a plan that would dis- has been voting to agree to the time for a Nov. 30 deadline, per- ue and strengthen in the future.” ently by content, user, application mantle the net neutrality regula- or website. The net neutrality rules tions that currently protect and prevent internet service providers maintain open, uninhibited access from engaging in unfair practices to lawful content online. that harm internet openness such “We need to find ways to make Clothing donations will help students attend prom as blocking access to content, the internet more affordable and Los Angeles City Attorney Mike spring. Donations of prom-related tion, email kimberly.morosi@lac- throttling or deliberately slowing accessible to Angelenos,” Feuer and the Los Angeles Police services such as hair-styling, make- ity.org. down traffic, and prioritizing one Blumenfield said. Department’s Olympic Division are up and flowers are also being accepting donations for the “Prom accepted. Closet Clothing Drive.” The donations are part of the City New and gently-used clothing is Attorney’s Office’s Neighborhood being accepted, and donations will Prosecutor Program. The LAPD’s be given to students in need so they Olympic Division is located at can attend school proms next 1130 S. Vermont Ave. For informa- I want to take this time of year to thank all of my clients who have supported my business and made me the #1 go-to custom framer for Los Angeles, West Hollywood and Beverly Hills. I promise to always exceed your expectations.

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Firefighters quickly extinguish Authorities
  stillment. searching The vehicle was not equipped for missing man with a tracking device. blaze
  near Lake Hollywood Investigators with the Los Angeles “He has not had any contact with is in the Hollywood Hills, east of Police Department are continuing family, and there has been no credit the Hollywood (101) Freeway their search for a 51-year-old man card activity,” Mercado said. “The The cause of a fire that erupted and west of the Hollywood Sign. who disappeared in early October family obviously wants him home in heavy brush on a hillside near Approximately 50 Los after visiting Hollywood. for Christmas.” Lake Hollywood on Nov. 25 Angeles Fire Department person- Enrique Garibay arrived in Los Garibay was born in Guanajuato, remains under investigation. nel battled the blaze and con- Angeles for vacation on Sept. 25 and Mexico, and attended college in The fire was reported at tained it to one quarter of an acre. was staying at Melrose Hostel at 646 Hungary, where he met and married photo courtesy of the LAPD approximately noon last There was no wind, which N. Western Ave. He was last seen his wife. Family members told inves- Saturday on steep terrain in an helped firefighters contain the leaving the Melrose Hostel on Oct. 5 tigators that Garibay often travels Enrique Garibay went missing on area between Lake Hollywood fire. No structures were damaged in a rented Toyota RAV4 that he was alone, and he did not seem depressed Oct. 5 after leaving a hostel in Drive and Tahoe Place. The site and no injuries were reported. supposed to return that day to a rental or give them reason to believe any- Hollywood. car agency near Los Angeles thing was out of the ordinary. International Airport. Garibay never Mercado said detectives interviewed has brown eyes and gray hair. The arrived, according to Det. Alma Melrose Hostel employees, who said missing vehicle is a gray 2017 Mercado, with the Los Angeles Garibay casually spoke with them, Toyota RAV4 with the license plate Police Department’s Missing and seemed normal and happy. number 7VGJ780. Transient charged for alleged Persons Unit. “There didn’t appear to be any- Anyone with information about “We have no new information, no thing unusual,” Mercado added. Mercado’s whereabouts is urged to new leads,” Mercado said. “His car Garibay is of Mexican descent, 5 call Det. Alma Mercado at (213)996- attacksThe Los Angeles in County Hollywood District The defendant is charged with is still outstanding. There have been feet 9 inches tall and 190 pounds. He 1800. Attorney’s Office has announced stabbing a woman with a screw- no new sightings, nothing.” that a transient has been charged driver on Nov. 22 on the sidewalk Garibay was reported missing by with stabbing two people and near Hollywood Boulevard and La family members on Oct. 9 after he attacking two others on Hollywood Brea Avenue. Jones is also alleged did not return to Budapest. He last Boulevard last week. to have entered a nearby hotel and spoke to family members by phone Daniel Samuel Jones, 34, was assaulted two employees with a on Oct. 5 when he told them he was charged on Nov. 28 with one knife before leaving and stabbing a on standby for a return flight home. felony count of attempted murder man walking on the sidewalk, pros- Investigators are uncertain where he and four felony counts of assault ecutors added. was when he made the call. with a deadly weapon. He alleged- Bail was set at more than $1.1 Detectives entered the vehicle into a ly used a knife and screwdriver in million. If convicted as charged, national stolen car database with the the attacks. Jones pleaded not Jones faces a possible sentence of hope it will be found by law enforce- guilty and is scheduled to return for 17 years in state prison. a preliminary hearing on Dec. 11 in The case remains under investi- Department 33 of the Foltz gation by the Los Angeles Police Criminal Justice Center. Department’s Hollywood Division. Police investigate burglary at Floyd Suspect who assaulted elderly Mayweather’s victimDetectives withon the La Los Angeles Brea AvenueThe suspect issought described as Police Department’s Wilshire white or Asian man in his 20s with residenceThe Beverly Hills Police Division are searching for a sus- a mustache and goatee. He is Department is investigating a bur- pect who assaulted an elderly vic- approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall glary that occurred on Nov. 28 at the tim on Oct. 20 in the 800 block of and 150 to 170 pounds, and was residence of boxer Floyd North La Brea Avenue. wearing a dark beanie, gray sweat- Mayweather. 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SupervisorsThe Los Angeles County Board honor Mitchell for leadership of Supervisors recently awarded Sen. Holly J. Mitchell (D-Los Angeles) with its 2017 Distinguished Legislator Award for her exemplary service. “During your tenure in the Legislature, you have fought tire- lessly as an advocate for children and have championed laws to address poverty and homeless- ness,” said Los Angeles County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas, photo courtesy of Sen. Holly Mitchell’s office 2nd District. The laws included ending poli- prostitution for child victims of The award was presented to cies that drive families deeper into sex trafficking; and instituting Mitchell during a ceremony in the photo by Edwin Folven poverty; limiting unfair seizures substantive reforms to the juvenile county boardroom in downtown Alex Evans, executive director of the Bob Baker Marionette Theater, of personal assets; decriminalizing justice system. Los Angeles. introduced one of the puppets that will be featured in shows at owner Christine Johnson’s new Miracle Mile Toy Hall. Toy hall brings marionette magicn to the Miracle Mile Miracle Mile Toys moved to former Whimsic Alley Spot on Wilshire Boulevard
  a dedicated group of puppeteers and supporters including Evans Fifty-five years of puppet mas- and Burkle-Harr have been carry- tery can be enjoyed on Wilshire ing on his legacy. The theater is Boulevard through a partnership raising funds for an upcoming ren- between the Miracle Mile Toy Hall ovation at its “In L.A. to Stay” gala and the Bob Baker Marionette on Saturday, Dec. 2 beginning at 6 Theater. p.m. The “Holiday on Strings” and On Nov. 1, Miracle Mile Toys “Nutcracker” shows are also cur- and Games relocated in a new rently playing at the theater. space at 5464 Wilshire Blvd. that The Bob Baker Marionette previously housed Whimsic Alley. Theatre is currently in a transitional The 8,000-square-foot space phase. Plans call for it to be incor- allowed business partners Christine porated into a mixed-use project at Johnson and Carrie Burkle-Harr to the site. The renovation will likely expand the toy store while also begin at the end of 2017, with a tar- offering special programs in an get completion date of the end of expansive event space. Burkle- next year or the beginning of 2019. Harr, who is a board member for While the project is underway, the Bob Baker Marionette Theater, people can enjoy Baker’s puppets helped arrange the partnership to in shows at places like the Miracle hold puppet shows at the toy hall. Mile Toy Hall, which Evans The first show – a Christmas- described as a “good fit.” themed presentation – was held last “This is an exciting partnership,” Saturday, and it was a big success, Evans added. “It’s the experience. Johnson said. You can transport people with pup- “People loved it,” she added. pets and a musical experience no “There were some old fans [of the matter where you are. All it takes is Bob Baker Marionette Theater], an imagination.” and some people who had a new Johnson said she has been a experience. What I loved was there longtime fan of the Bob Baker were older kids enjoying it and a Marionette Theater and is excited baby who was so into it. It really about the possibilities at the toy appeals to every age.” store’s new location. After operat- Alex Evans, executive director ing at 5363 Wilshire Blvd. for four and head puppeteer for the Bob and a half years, Johnson said she Baker Marionette Theater, said the immediately began working to collaboration provides new oppor- move into the new space after tunities for the theater to branch out learning earlier this year that in new directions. The goal is to Whimsic Alley was going out of bring the late Baker’s puppetry into business. new venues, and the Miracle Mile “It was a long meandering path Toy Hall is a perfect fit, he said. to securing the space,” Johnson The next puppet show is on Dec. said. “I was negotiating the lease 16, and Evans plans to pull some with the landlord, and at the same strings and expand programming time, talking to Alex. It came in the coming months. together over the summer.” “There is so much potential here Johnson also envisions the to do birthday parties and puppetry Miracle Mile Toy Hall as a com- workshops,” Evans said. “We munity space, and other uses would love to have as many shows include mommy and me classes to as possible. The sky is the limit.” be held by Mindful Mommy LA. The Bob Baker Marionette Parents can learn about the new Theater is a Los Angeles institution program at a Transition to that is designated as a historic cul- Parenthood session on Tuesday, tural monument. Baker, who loved Dec. 5 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the puppets since he was a child and Miracle Mile Toy Hall. The new began manufacturing marionettes programs exemplify a longtime while attending Hollywood High goal for Johnson, who said she School, opened the theater at 1345 always wanted the store to be a W. First St. in 1963. gathering place. Since then, generations of chil- “The goal is to have people come dren and families have enjoyed the in and enjoy themselves, relax and shows. Baker created more than have an experience they couldn’t 2,000 handcrafted puppets and the have sitting at a computer,” theater hosts 200 shows a year. Johnson said. “We want to make it After Baker died three years ago, more of a personal experience.” Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 November 30, 2017

Pharmaca celebrates opening in Beverly Hills WeHo celebrates the holidays Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy, the nation’s first and largest chain of with annual Toy and Food Drive integrative pharmacies, was includ- The city of West Hollywood tions can be made at the cashier’s ed on Mayor Lili Bosse’s weekly and the West Hollywood window at West Hollywood City Walk with the Mayor event on Nov. Sheriff’s Station are partnering Hall. 27 after the company opened in to help give back to those in need For the past 27 years, the gen- Beverly Hills in October. An owner- this holiday season. The 27th erous contributions of local busi- ship transition from Roxbury annual West Hollywood Toy and nesses and individuals have Pharmacy, at 9101 W. Olympic Food Drive will be accepting helped provide more than 7,300 Blvd, preceded a grand opening on donations until Friday, Dec. 22, local families with a holiday Oct. 7. with the goal of providing nearly meal, as well as two toys for “We look forward to continuing 1,000 families with meals and every child in the family. The the excellent standard of customer holiday gifts. cost to help one family is $65; up service that Roxbury has been pro- Donations can be made online to 10 families can be helped with viding its customers for so many at weho.org/holidaydrive. $575. New unwrapped toys are years,” said Richard Willis, CEO of Toy and clothing collection also needed, as well as clothing, Pharmaca. “And we’re pleased to bins will be available at West store coupons, discount cards be able to serve even more cus- Hollywood City Hall, located at and gift cards to retailers such as tomers in the Los Angeles area by 8300 Santa Monica Blvd., and at Vons, Ralphs or Target. establishing a new location in the West Hollywood Sheriff’s For information, contact Beverly Hills.” photo courtesy of Pharmaca Station, located at 780 N. San Bonnie Smith at (323)848-6371 Pharmaca currently operates Vicente Blvd. Monetary dona- or at [email protected]. nearby stores in the Pacific al beauty products and guidance Pharmaca team.” Palisades and Brentwood commu- from an expert team of licensed This acquisition, as well as one in nities. health care practitioners. Chicago this fall, brings Pharmaca’s Pharmaca’s innovative model fea- “I’m excited to partner with brick-and-mortar footprint to 28 phar- tures a full-service pharmacy, in Pharmaca to better serve my cus- macies and two Pharmaca Wellness addition to prescription compound- tomers with both traditional pharma- & Natural Beauty stores, located in WeHo Library to celebrate ing, specialty medications and in- cy offerings and alternative and com- California, Colorado, Illinois, New store immunizations. Pharmaca also plementary health care options,” said Mexico, Oregon and Washington. $10,000 donation offers a broad selection of high-qual- Greta Goldshtein, Roxbury owner. “I For information, visit ity vitamins and supplements, natur- look forward to being part of the pharmaca.com.

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In honor of the West Hollywood Mindstorms, Keva Planks and Library’s sixth anniversary, Friends Snap Circuits. This hands-on expe- of the Library donated $10,000 to rience will help attendees explore fund STEAM, a learning approach principles of engineering, electron- that uses science, technology, engi- ics and math. neering, art and math for guiding “We are so pleased to have pre- inquiry, dialogue, critical thinking sented this gift to the Library,” and hands-on learning. Friends’ President Linda Demmers In celebration of this gift, the said. “We have no doubt that all the library will hold a STEAM Family activities today, and everyday, will Fun Day on Saturday, Dec. 2, from result in scientific wonder and 1 to 4 p.m. amazement for family members.” The event will be held in the No registration is necessary for library’s Community Room at 625 the free event. Free validated park- N. San Vicente Blvd. It will have ing is available in the five-story learning and activity stations set up public parking structure. for the whole family, and will For information, contact Matt include Magnatiles, Lego Gill at (310)652-5340. 8 November 30, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Purple Line construction prompts westbound Councilman joins coalition

WilshireThe Los Angeles Boulevard County Boulevard closure will be closed. Access in to Hancockwork is ongoing alongPark Wilshire Metropolitan Transportation Bronson Avenue will be maintained Boulevard near Muirfield Road and for bike light giveaway Authority is reminding motorists from Sixth Street. Westbound Lucerne Boulevard. Concrete work and residents about ongoing con- Wilshire Boulevard will be reduced and dewatering well maintenance is struction for the Purple Line to one lane between St. Andrews ongoing from a center opening near Extension subway project. and Wilton places. Wilshire Boulevard and La Brea From Friday, Dec. 1 at 9 p.m. to Traffic will be detoured from Avenue. Excavation, hauling Monday, Dec. 4 at 6 a.m., west- westbound Wilshire Boulevard to instrumentation work and deck bound Wilshire Boulevard will be southbound Wilton Place, then to maintenance is occurring near closed at Wilton Place for jet grout- westbound Olympic Boulevard, to Wilshire Boulevard and Fairfax ing activities. The work precludes a northbound Crenshaw Boulevard Avenue. Decking preparation, utili- previously announced full weekend and back to westbound Wilshire ty work, hauling and dewatering closure of westbound Wilshire Boulevard. Local access to well installation is also occurring Boulevard from Western Avenue to Wilshire Boulevard will be main- near Wilshire and La Cienega Manhattan Place. tained between Crenshaw boulevards. As part of the closure, Bronson Boulevard and Western Avenue. Metro is holding a community Avenue north of Wilshire Additionally, instrumentation meeting to provide updates about the Wilshire/La Cienega and Wilshire/Rodeo subway stations on Wednesday, Dec. 12, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Beverly Hills City Hall, 455 N. Rexford Drive. Topics will photo courtesy of the 13th District Council Office include updates near Wilshire/La Los Angeles City Councilman Mitch O’Farrell (right), 13th Cienega on construction and deck- District, joined representatives from the Los Angeles County Bicycle ing, safety, the business interruption Coalition on Nov. 28 for a bike light distribution at the Santa Monica fund and the “Eat, Shop, Play” pro- and Vermont Metro Red Line subway station. gram. Updates on the For the fourth consecutive year, O’Farrell helped distribute free Wilshire/Rodeo station will focus bike lights to cyclists. on advanced utility relocation, The Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition distributed the lights demolition of the former Ace through its “Operation Firefly” program, which aims to make bicycle Gallery and geotechnical borings riding safer at night. State law requires cyclists to use a front light and and potholing. reflectors when riding after dark. For information, visit metro.net. According to the most recent data from the National Highway Members of the public with ques- Traffic Safety Administration, 71 percent of bicyclist fatalities in tions or concerns about Purple Line 2014 were in urban areas, and 49 percent of the bicyclist fatalities Extension construction activity can occurred between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. photo courtesy of Metro also call the 24-hour project hotline The Bicycle Coalition plans to distribute 3,500 lights throughout Wilshire Boulevard has been closed intermittently during Purple Line at (213)922-6934, and email the Los Angeles County. O’Farrell is collaborating with the coalition for Extension construction, including at this project site near Wilshire and La project team at three additional bike safety events in East Hollywood, Echo Park and Cienega boulevards. [email protected]. Glassell Park in the coming months.

West Hollywood to host

forumWest Hollywood on homelessness Council- tatives from the Los Angeles woman Lauren Meister will host a County Sheriff’s Department, staff community forum to discuss members from West Hollywood’s homelessness this evening, Nov. Public Safety Department and 30 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in Fiesta Code Compliance Division, the Hall at Plummer Park. city’s homelessness initiative pro- The community forum will ject manager, and a representative detail the ongoing efforts to allevi- from the office of Los Angeles ate the issue and help people in County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, need. Topics include short- and 3rd District. Admission is free; no long-term solutions for homeless- RSVP required. ness and its impacts on residents Fiesta Hall is located in West and businesses. There will be Hollywood’s Plummer Park at opportunities for community 7377 Santa Monica Blvd. For input. information, call (323)848-6460, Attendees will include represen- or visit weho.org.

LAHSA seeks volunteers for

annualLos Angeles Countyhomeless Board of to measurecount the scope of our home- Supervisors Chair Mark Ridley- lessness crisis, and get L.A.’s fair Thomas, Los Angeles Mayor Eric share of federal funding. Putting feet Garcetti and Los Angeles Homeless on the street in January will make a Services Authority Commission big difference in our work to get Chairman Rabbi Noah Farkas have people into safe housing as quickly launched an effort to enlist volun- as we can.” teers for the 2018 Greater Los The Los Angeles Homeless Angeles Homeless Count, sched- Services Authority is a Los Angeles uled from Jan. 23-25. city and county joint powers author- The goal is to exceed the 2017 ity created in 1993 to address home- total of nearly 8,000 registered vol- lessness. LAHSA is the lead agency unteers. The count is a point-in-time in the U.S. Department of Housing enumeration to document the num- and Urban Development-funded ber of people without a permanent, Los Angeles Continuum of Care, habitable place to call home. The and coordinates and manages more data collected is used to assess than $243 million annually in feder- strategies and funding needs from al, state, county and city funds for city and county policymakers. programs providing shelter, housing “Every Angeleno counts, whether and services to homeless persons. they have an address or not,” To register, visit theycountwilly- Garcetti said. “The annual point-in- ou.org. For information, visit time count is the best tool we have lahsa.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 November 30, 2017 10 November 30, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Christmas tree welcomes ThousandsVolunteers are still needed expected for the at annual Clothing Giveaway National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles’ annual Clothing Giveaway on Sunday, visitors to Grand Park Dec. 3 from 8 a.m. to noon at the NCJW/LA Council House in the Fairfax District. NCJW/LA’s eight Council Thrift Shops provided more than 2,000 people with 75,000 pieces of cloth- ing at last year’s Clothing Giveaway. The attendees are invited to the event through local commu- nity service programs, schools and government agencies. Over 250 people volunteer for the giveaway each year. At-risk members of the community also select from thou- sands of pieces of clothing and chil- dren’s books. Attendees will also photo by Edwin Folven receive information from local social service providers at a com- Clothing from the NCJW/LA’s Council Thrift Shops will be distributed to munity resource fair. people in need on Sunday. “National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles is extremely of women, children and families The event will be held in the proud and grateful to be able to con- each year through community pro- parking lot of the NCJW/LA tinue to serve and provide for the grams such as the Council Talkline Council House, 543 N. Fairfax Ave. community in-need,” said at (877)655-3807, community men- To volunteer for the Clothing NCJW/LA board president Helen tal health and supportive services, Giveaway and for information, call Davidov. and youth educational programs (323)852-8518, or email NCJW/LA also serves thousands and services. [email protected].

photo courtesy of the Los Angeles County Communications Office Los Angeles County officials flipped a switch to illuminate a 45- foot Christmas tree at The Music Center and Grand Park during an annual tree lighting ceremony featuring performances by local artists Enjoy ‘Winter Sounds’ during musical series in WeHo and community groups. West Hollywood has announced bit.ly/WehoArtsJenniferLeitham. bit.ly/PeterKavanaughQuartet. The official lighting was led by ABC’s Danny Romero. Guests its 2017-18 “Winter Sounds” con- The series will continue on “Winter Sounds” is organized and enjoyed holiday favorites performed by the chamber music ensemble cert series, which will feature three Saturday, Jan. 20 with French and sponsored by West Hollywood’s Brass Pacifica and a performance by the Antelope Valley Master free indoor Saturday evening con- Russian classics performed by WeHo Arts program. For informa- Chorale led by director David Newby. Following the ceremony, vis- certs in the West Hollywood City Paris Chansons, a band known for tion, call (323)848-6377, or visit itors walked through Grand Park, which features holiday décor. For Council Chambers, located at 625 original renditions of favorites twww.weho.org/wintersounds. information, visit musiccenter.org. N. San Vicente Blvd. All perfor- from Aznavour, Brel, Dassin Piaf mances will begin at 5 p.m. and Montand, as well as songs by The “Winter Sounds” series will contemporary artists including Zax. kick-off with jazz bassist, composer RSVP by visiting bit.ly/Weho- and vocalist Jennifer Leitham per- ArtsParisChansons. forming holiday classics and stan- The 2017-18 “Winter Sounds” dards on Saturday, Dec. 2. Leitham series will conclude with the Peter has released 10 albums and is fea- Kavanaugh Quartet performing tured on more than 140 recordings. American jazz standards on Her public gender transition from Saturday, Feb. 17. Bandleader, com- John to Jennifer was documented in poser and guitarist Peter the film “I Stand Corrected. Kavanaugh’s music is firmly rooted Reservations are not required but in American jazz and popular clas- are recommended by visiting sics. To RSVP, visit

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Cathedral Golf tournament supports Chapel School afterschoolThe 10th annual “Beyond Theprogramsevent, which included over 175 hosts Breakfast Bell Liberty Mutual Golf golfers and sponsors. Proceeds Classic” was held on Nov. 15 at support Los Angeles Unified the Oakmont Country Club in School District students in after- Glendale. school programs. Beyond the WithOn Sunday, Santa Dec. 3, Cathedral Los Angeles City Councilman Bell’s mission is to ensure that all Chapel School will host its annual David Ryu, 4th District, was children and youth in LAUSD Breakfast With Santa for preschool- joined by Renata Simril, presi- have access to safe and super- ers (ages 3 to 5) and their families. dent and CEO of LA84, celebrity vised academic, enrichment, and The continental breakfast starts guest Nick Cannon and Alvaro recreation programs that inspire promptly at 10:30 a.m. in the Cortes, executive director of learning and achievement beyond school auditorium, and the program Beyond the Bell. Cannon served the regular school day. For infor- will end at noon. Festivities will as master of ceremonies for the mation, visit btb.lausd.net. include entertainment by the photo courtesy of Beyond the Bell kindergarten class, a tour of the school and of course, a special visit with Santa. A photographer from Lifetouch will take photos of preschool guests with Santa. Beverages and snacks were donated by Choice Lunch, and the festive decorations were provided by students’ families. Breakfast With Santa is an opportunity for potential kinder- garten students and their families to get a closer look at the kindergarten program and the campus, as well as enjoy the holiday spirit with CCS parent and student ambassadors. Students who are eligible for kindergarten must be 5 years old by Sept. 1, 2018. Cathedral Chapel School is locat- ed at 755 S Cochran Ave. The entrance to parking is on Eighth Street. Please reserve a spot by call- ing (323)938-9976, or email [email protected].

photo courtesy of Lifetouch Photography Santa previously welcomed Ian de Mendoza, brother of Cathedral Chapel School fifth-grader Beltran, and eight-grader Hugo.

LA Phil announces change to program The Los Angeles Philharmonic has announced that Jonathon Heyward, an LA Phil Dudamel Conducting Fellow, will replace Miguel Harth-Bedoya in one of the orchestra’s “Bernstein @ 100” pro- grams, from Friday, Dec. 1, through Sunday, Dec. 3. Harth-Bedoya was forced to withdraw due to illness. Performances on Friday, Dec. 1, and Saturday, Dec. 2, will start at 8 p.m. The performance on Sunday, Dec. 3, will take place at 2 p.m. The Walt Disney Concert hall is located at 111 S. Grand Ave. For tickets and information, call (323)850-2000, or visit laphil.com. 12 November 30, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Beverly Hills police receive traffic safety grant The Beverly Hills Police nearly 17 percent throughout the 94 percent of traffic crashes,” said Department has been awarded a state, with 3,429 fatalities in 2015. OTS director Rhonda Craft. “This $115,000 grant from the Particularly alarming is the rise in grant emphasizes the two most California Office of Traffic Safety pedestrian and cyclist fatalities, effective ways to change behav- that will allow the department to which now comprise nearly 25 iors – education and enforce- implement a one-year program of percent of all traffic deaths. ment.” special traffic enforcement and Contributing factors are drivers The Beverly Hills Police public traffic safety awareness. who are distracted as a result of Department will use the funding The goal is to reduce and pre- using technology and drivers who for education, checkpoints, stop vent injuries and deaths that result are impaired by alcohol and sign enforcement, seatbelt and from traffic collisions. In 2010, drugs. The grant will provide child safety seat enforcement, traffic deaths dropped to a historic funds to combat speeding and col- DUI saturation patrols and check- low. In 2015, the number of peo- lisions at intersections. points, motorcycle safety pro- photo courtesy of the Office of Mayor Eric Garcetti ple killed on roadways climbed “Unsafe behaviors account for grams and more.

Inaugural Pledge to Patrol program Governor reappoints water quality board member n welcomes future officers Charles Stringer, of Los Angeles, has served on the board since 2010 Mayor Eric Garcetti on Nov. 27 “Pledge to Patrol is designed to welcomed the inaugural class of identify, retain and train the next gen- Gov. Jerry Brown has reap- was founder and owner of the Law from 1996 to 1998 and assistant Pledge to Patrol, an initiative he cre- eration of LAPD officers who are pointed Charles Stringer, 54, of Offices of C. M. Stringer from regional counsel at the U.S. ated to foster increased diversity in committed to the core values of the Los Angeles, to the Los Angeles 2001 to 2006, and was senior legal Environmental Protection Agency, law enforcement and help more department and to creating safe and Regional Water Quality Control and policy advisor at the Region 10, from 1992 to 1996. He young residents prepare for careers in healthy communities in Los Board, where he has served since Northwest Indian Fisheries was also previously an associate at the Los Angeles Police Department. Angeles,” Beck said. “Through A- 2010. Commission from 1999 to 2001. Short Cressman and Burgess. First announced in the Mayor’s COP, we are able to spot the best and Stringer has been principal and Additionally, Stringer was The position requires Senate 2017 State of the City address – and brightest young men and women general counsel at the Renewable senior assistant tribal attorney for confirmation. Compensation is also known as the Associate who exemplify excellence and por- Resources Group since 2006. He the White Mountain Apache Tribe $250 per diem. Community Officer Program, or A- tray the diversity that makes this city COP) – Pledge to Patrol offers train- great.” ing and paid civilian employment to Pledge to Patrol is one of several young people who have participated initiatives that Garcetti has created or in LAPD youth programs and are strengthened to open new doors to interested in joining the force when education, job training and employ- they become eligible at age 21. The ment for young people. They include initial class is comprised of more than the L.A. College Promise, HIRE 50 percent women, representing 22 LA’s Youth and the Los Angeles Tech communities throughout Los Talent Pipeline. Angeles County. For information, visit losangelesin- “We’re building stronger bridges novates.com. between the classroom and the roll call room, and I am thrilled to see such a diverse inaugural class for “This program Pledge to Patrol,” Garcetti said. “This program offers a path to LAPD offers a path to careers for some of our most promis- LAPD careers for ing young people, and gives more some of our most Angelenos an opportunity to serve the communities they know.” promising young The Mayor’s Innovation Team, people, and gives also known as the i-Team, is a part- more Angelenos nership with Bloomberg Philanthropies. Pledge to Patrol was an opportunity created in cooperation with the to serve the LAPD and the city’s Personnel Department. Garcetti and LAPD communities Chief Charlie Beck spoke to the first they know.” 26 members of the program on Nov. 27 as part of orientation at LAPD -Mayor Eric Garcetti headquarters.

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The Mid City West Community Council’s Planning and Land Use Committee supported a project that will bring housing and commercial space to a property at 8000 Beverly Blvd., on the southwest corner of the intersection with Edinburgh Avenue. The project will include 48 rental units and 7,400 square feet of ground-floor commercial space, according to plans filed with the photo by Edwin Folven city by developer Beverly Pacifica Father Greg Boyle (right) will sign copies and discuss his latest book LLC and posted on the Mid City about helping former gang members turn their lives around at West Community Council website. Homeboy Industries. The project would replace a one- story building that was formerly used as the office for SBE Entertainment and has most recent- ly been used as studio/office space. photo courtesy of PLUSARCH. INC. Father Boyle authors second Scott Epstein, chair of the Mid City West Community Council, A rendering shows how the building would be configured near Beverly said the committee supported an Boulevard and Edinburgh Avenue. original version of the project that bookHomeboy on Industries’ transforming Father gang by age 12 andlives was serving calls for a five-story building as office did not have any further Board meeting on Dec. 12 from Greg Boyle will appear for a tick- time shortly thereafter – who opposed to a revised six-story, 58- information about the development. 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the National eted book signing and discussion now works with the substance- unit building that would include According to the project descrip- Council of Jewish Women/Los on his second book, “Barking to abuse team at Homeboy more affordable housing. The origi- tion, the project would feature two Angeles’ Council House, 543 N. the Choir: The Power of Radical Industries to help others with nal plans call for four affordable levels of subterranean parking with Fairfax Ave. Kinship.” The book signing is on sobriety. The book also tells the units for individuals and families 84 spaces and 61 bicycle parking Tuesday, Dec. 12 from noon to 7 story of Jamal, who was aban- with very low income. The full spaces. It would range in height p.m. at All Saints Church, 132 N. doned by his family when he council is expected to consider the from approximately 47 feet to 62 Euclid Ave., in Pasadena. Tickets tried to attend school at age seven project on Dec. 12. feet. The building would have start at $28 for admission and a and gradually finds forgiveness “The bottom line is, we need 43,050 square feet of floor area. The book. for his schizophrenic mother, and more housing,” Epstein said. developer is seeking a variance from Boyle is a Jesuit priest and the new father Cuco, who never “There is a lot of transit near that city zoning for the site, which allows founder of Los Angeles- knew his dad but thinks of a daily location. Putting it on a boulevard for half of the proposed floor area based Homeboy Industries, the adventure for his four-year-old that is heavily traveled makes a lot ratio and buildings of a maximum of largest gang-intervention, reha- son. of sense.” three stories, or 45 feet. bilitation and reentry program in The former gang members’ Multiple calls to the developer The public is invited to weigh-in the world. Founded in 1988, stories show how life can be were not returned. A spokesperson on the project at the Mid City West Homeboy Industries gained improved when they receive for Councilman Paul Koretz’s Community Council’s Executive national attention when Boyle unconditional love and kindness. published his 2010 book, “Barking to the Choir” invites “Tattoos on the Heart,” people to find kinship with one which became a New York another, according to the publish- Times bestseller. er. As Homeboy Industries Boyle will also appear for approaches its 30th anniversary, book signings on Tuesday, Dec. Boyle shares what three decades 12 at 6:30 p.m. at Diesel of working with gang members Bookstore at 225 26th St., #33 in has taught him – and what he Brentwood, and on Dec 13 with hopes it can teach readers – about Pages Bookstore at the St. Cross faith, compassion and the endur- Episcopal Church, 1818 ing power of human connection. Monterey Blvd., Hermosa In “Barking to the Choir: The Beach. All proceeds from book Power of Radical Kinship,” sales and events benefit Boyle reveals how compassion is Homeboy Industries. For infor- transforming the lives of gang mation, visit homeboyindus- members. It focuses on the sto- tries.org, vromansbook- ries of people like Sergio – who store.com, dieselbookstore.com was arrested at age nine, was in a and pagesabookstore.com. photo courtesy of Lia Skidmore Eric Nash’s “Hollywood 76” (2017) is one of the works on display in the exhibit “BLVD.” KCCLA presents traditional Catch Eric Nash’s ‘BLVD’ before Korean performance The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles and Korean theSkidmore exhibit Contemporary closes Art serve on as our Dec. landmarks 2 and mon- Traditional Intangible Cultural presents Eric Nash’s ‘BLVD,’ on uments. BLVD is an iconic Center will present “Open view until Saturday, Dec. 2. The homage to that reality – a univer- Madang DURAE 2017,” a special painting series explores the sig- sal vision of the city as seen from performance on Friday, Dec. 1 at nage, streets and freeways of Los the car,” Nash said. “These are 7:30 p.m. in the center’s Ari Hall. Angeles. not paintings of signs, they are The program features tradition- A lifelong artist, Nash graduat- portraits of places. They conjure al Korean music and theatrical ed with a BFA from the up our own personal experiences performances. Participating artists University of Illinois at Urbana- and memories and they serve as include Kang Dae Seung, artistic Champaign. Drawn to its iconic markers to our collective past photo courtesy of KCCLA director and president of the landscape, Nash relocated to Los and present in the City of Korean Traditional Intangible Angeles in 2000. Known as a Angels.” Cultural Center; as well as musi- Intangible Cultural Center and West Coast realist, Nash is influ- Nash’s work has appeared in cians Park Young An, Park Jong was designated as the foreign enced by pop art, American real- many private art collections in Dae, Shim Ok Cheon, Kim Jin honorary successor by the Korean ism, and cinematography, and the United States, Canada and Hee, Lee Hyun Sook and Won Ministry of Culture, Sports and works primarily in oil and char- Europe. He has also been the Eva. Professor Chung Heoi Chun, Tourism in 2014. He moved to the coal. subject of a wide range of print a master of gayageum and pansori United States in 2000. This is Nash’s fourth solo and online media articles. He drumming, and Kim Dong Young, The Korean Cultural Center exhibition with Skidmore currently lives and works in from Korea, will also join the per- Los Angeles is located at 5505 Contemporary Art. Yucca Valley, California. formance. Wilshire Blvd. For information, “Los Angeles is a city of For information, visit skid- Kang Dae Seung is the founder call (323)936-3015, email boulevards and freeways. They morecontemporaryart.com. of the Korean Traditional tammy@kccla, or visit kccla.org. 14 November 30, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

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holds a TV screen playing the latest sporting game. The dining room Baldoria is a fun features a long bar, as well as a low counter with seating near the kitchen. High top tables with com- munal seating run down the middle aperitivo cafe in DTLA of the room. The space, ideal for large gatherings, has become a pop- What happens when a poet and a ular birthday party destination. singer meet? They eventually open Baldoria also offers rental space, a restaurant together, obviously. with room for 60 people seated After traveling in Rome, poet inside, or 80 including the patio. David King dreamed of opening an For my pizza lesson, I donned a aperitivo bar offering a communal white apron and learned how to vibe where locals could gather for a manipulate a ball of pizza dough drink and a light meal at the end of into a thin crust. I topped the dough the workday. Then, while working with one of four sauces, and a vari- at Cube Marketplace & Cafe on La By Jill Weinlein ety of ingredients that included Brea Avenue as the wine director, cipollini onions, sliced figs and pro- King met the chef Duke Gervais, a sciutto. As my pizza baked in a singer and graduate from Le Mugnaini gas-fired pizza oven, I Cordon Bleu College of Culinary watched a blast of hot air give it a Arts in Pasadena. The two paired Tokyo, just south of downtown Los nice color with a speckling of light- up to realize King’s dream with Angeles. ly burnt bubbles. After baking, Baldoria, a restaurant in the former As beverage director, King pours Gervais topped my pizza with a Aburiya Toranoka space in Little a creative craft beer selection and brush of garlic glaze to enhance the an exceptional list of handpicked flavors. spirits and wines, along with inven- Sipping a glass of rosé while eat- tive cocktails with names such as ing the delicious homemade pizza, photo by Jill Weinlein Balder Cuba Libre, Freisa Azteca I looked at the Baldoria menu. Pizzas are baked in a Mugnaini pizza oven until they turn a golden color and Don’t Burn The Pig. Back in There are 10 pizzas with names that with lightly burnt crust. the kitchen, Gervais cooks up heat- include Mrs. Croque made with blistered pizzas, short rib ravioli, Black Forest ham, Grand Cru lamb chops, spaghetti Bolognese Gruyere, browned butter béchamel toes, egg and chives, or the WhistlePig maple syrup. Sides and creative weekend brunches. and Chino Valley eggs. The Lil Caribbean-spiced duck wings. include biscuits and honey, two eggs I was recently invited to a pizza- Tokyo Steak pizza is made with Desserts include a ricotta cheese- any style, smashed fingerling pota- making dinner at Baldoria to meet miso-marinated flat iron steak, cake, espresso cake and persimmon toes or an arugula salad. Pizza-mak- King and Gervais. When I asked yuzu kosho, shiitake, shishito, cher- pudding. ing classes will be offered after the them how they came up with the ry tomatos and red onions. On Saturday and Sunday, holidays. $$. Open for lunch on name of their restaurant, Gervais There are a handful of vegetarian Baldoria offers a prix-fixe menu that weekdays from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., told me they turned to Google. dishes that include pistachio-crust- includes a choice of one entrée with weekend brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 “It means shindig – have a good ed grapes, ricotta toast with Black a side dish or pizza, plus bottomless p.m. and dinner nightly starting at time, wild party,” Gervais said. Mission fig compote, and crispy mimosas or rosé for $30. Entrées 4:30 p.m. Happy hour offers pizzas “This lends to the vibe, good food Brussels sprouts. include ciabatta French toast, for $8 and 20 percent off beer, wine photo by Jill Weinlein and drinks we offer.” Carnivores will like the charred spinach and three-cheese omelette and liquor every Monday through Beverage Director David King Baldoria does indeed offer a BLT wedges made with gem lettuce or spicy fried chicken with apple- Friday from 4:30 to 7 p.m. 243 S. makes creative cocktails to go with good time – a large white brick wall boats, smoked bacon, cherry toma- cinnamon waffle tacos with San Pedro St. (213)947-3329. pizza.

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An unknown suspect burglarized a petty theft in the 800 block of Vine At 3:15 p.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked in the 1000 block of at 11 a.m. robbed a victim near the corner of Curson at 10 p.m. Beverly and Stanley. OLICE LOTTER At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect P B Nov. 23 robbed a victim in the 6100 block An unknown suspect burglarized a of Wilshire. vehicle parked in the 300 block of At 10:25 a.m., an unknown sus- N. Bronson at 4 p.m. The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the pect committed a petty theft in the An unknown suspect burglarized a areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between 7300 block of Santa Monica. vehicle parked in the 1600 block of At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect Nov. 11 and Nov. 25. The information was compiled from www.crimemap- N. La Brea at 11:10 a.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the ping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los An unknown suspect committed a 1700 block of El Cerrito Place. Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles grand theft in the 8400 block of At 12:45 p.m., an unknown sus- County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and Holloway at 3 p.m. pect committed a petty theft in the An unknown suspect stole a vehi- the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. 5700 block of Wilshire. cle parked in the 1600 block of At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect Wilcox at 9 p.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a the 300 block of N. Crescent stole a bicycle from the 1000 block Beverly Hills Police of N. Genesee. vehicle parked in the 700 block of Nov. 23 Drive. The suspect was approxi- N. Alfred at 4 p.m. Department mately 31 years old, 5 feet 11 inch- es tall and 145 pounds. Nov. 24 At 2 p.m., an unknown suspect At 4:20 p.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle near the cor- Nov. 11 A suspect assaulted a victim dur- robbed a victim near the corner of ner of Franklin and Las Palmas. An unknown male suspect com- Hollywood and Orange. At 8:50 a.m., an unknown suspect mitted a burglary in the 300 block ing a domestic violence incident in An unknown suspect assaulted a committed a burglary in the 8300 of N. Canon Drive. No further the 1200 block of Formosa at 5:30 An unknown suspect burglarized a victim in the 300 block of N. block of Wilshire. The loss was information was provided. p.m. vehicle parked near the corner of Stanley at 5:40 p.m. estimated at 8,900. An additional At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect Vista Place and North Vista at 5 burglary was reported near the Nov. 17 p.m. same location at 9:10 a.m. The assaulted a victim in the 600 block Nov. 24 loss was estimated at $2,500. At 4:47 a.m., two unknown sus- of Robertson. At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect At 7 a.m., an unknown suspect pects, one male and the other burglarized a vehicle parked in the Two unknown suspects robbed a female, committed a burglary in Nov. 25 burglarized a vehicle parked in the 200 block of S. Sycamore. Another 1500 block of Detroit. victim in the 100 block of N. the 9100 block of Charleville. vehicle burglary was reported in Robertson at 8:55 a.m. One sus- At 12:30 a.m., an unknown sus- the same area at approximately 10 An unknown suspect committed a pect was approximately 5 feet 1 An unknown male suspect com- pect committed a petty theft in the p.m. inches tall and 120 pounds, while mitted a grand theft in the 100 600 block of N. Robertson. burglary in the 4500 block of W. Eight at 8 a.m. the other was approximately 5 feet block of Reeves Drive at 11:50 An unknown suspect burglarized a 11 inches tall and 190 pounds. a.m. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- vehicle parked near the corner of At 8:40 a.m., an unknown suspect The loss was estimated at cle parked in the 1200 block of W. La Brea and Lanewood at 11 p.m. $100,000. At 1:15 p.m., an unknown suspect Harper at 8:35 a.m. committed a petty theft in the 7900 committed a burglary in the 9700 block of Sunset. At 11:30 a.m., an unknown sus- block of Wilshire. The loss was At 10 a.m., an unknown suspect Nov. 21 pect committed a burglary in the estimated at $2,780. committed a petty theft in the 7100 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- An unknown suspect robbed a vic- 9300 block of Wilshire. The loss block of Santa Monica. cle parked in the 800 block of N. tim in the 1800 block of N. was estimated at $3,150. An unknown male suspect com- Vista at 12:30 p.m. Cahuenga at 12:30 a.m. mitted a grand theft in the 500 An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a block of Arden Drive at 6:30 p.m. petty theft in the 7300 block of At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect At 2:15 a.m., an unknown suspect burglary in the 400 block of N. The loss was estimated at $1,630. Santa Monica at 11:30 a.m. committed a petty theft in the 7700 committed a petty theft in the 1500 Doheny Drive at 8:30 p.m. The block of Sunset. block of N. Bronson. loss was estimated at $11,800. At 2 p.m., a suspect assaulted a Nov. 18 victim during a domestic violence A suspect assaulted a victim during An unknown suspect committed a a domestic violence incident in the At 1:30 a.m., an unknown male incident in the 7100 block of Santa Nov. 12 Monica. burglary in the 300 block of N. 1200 block of Formosa at 5:30 p.m. suspect assaulted a victim in the Irving at 8:30 a.m. At 12:19 p.m., an unknown female 300 block of Crescent Drive. The At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect suspect committed a grand theft in suspect was approximately 6 feet An unknown suspect committed a At 12:30 p.m., an unknown sus- stole a vehicle parked near the the 9500 block of Wilshire. The tall and 250 pounds. petty theft in the 7100 block of Santa Monica at 8 p.m. pect committed a petty theft in the corner of Fuller and Melrose. suspect was approximately 24 800 block of N. Alta Vista. years old, 5 feet 6 inches tall and An unknown suspect assaulted a 120 pounds. The loss was esti- West Hollywood An unknown suspect committed a victim in the 7100 block of Sunset mated at $5,240. Los Angeles Police Sheriff’s Station petty theft in the 700 block of at 6:15 p.m. Department Seward at 1:05 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a At 7:40 p.m., an unknown suspect burglary near South Maple Drive Nov. 20 Nov. 17 At 2:25 p.m., an unknown suspect robbed a victim in the 300 block of and Olympic at 6:45 p.m. A second At 1 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 1500 N. Fairfax. burglary was reported in the same burglarized a vehicle parked in the At 1:15 a.m., an unknown suspect block of N. Cahuenga. location at 8:30 p.m. 1300 block of Olive. committed a petty theft in the 5600 An unknown suspect committed a block of Wilshire. An unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 100 block of The Nov. 13 An unknown suspect burglarized a petty theft in the 100 block of N. La Grove at 7:45 p.m. Another petty vehicle parked near the corner of An attempted auto burglary was Cienega at 5:45 p.m. theft was reported in the same At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect Ogden and Santa Monica at 2:30 reported in the 5500 block of W. area at approximately 10 p.m. committed a burglary in the 300 a.m. Eighth at 5:25 a.m. At 6:13 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Almont Drive. The loss committed a burglary in the 100 At 8:15 p.m., an unknown suspect was valued at $49,650. At 2:50 a.m., a suspect assaulted At 2:50 p.m., an unknown suspect block of N. Lucerne. burglarized a vehicle parked in the a victim during a domestic vio- burglarized a vehicle parked near 100 block of N. Arden. Three unknown male suspects lence incident in the 1000 block of the corner of Sunset and Hudson. An unknown suspect burglarized a robbed a victim near Clifton Way Curson. vehicle parked near the corner of An unknown suspect robbed a vic- and North Clark Drive at 12:25 An unknown suspect committed a Sunset and Gower at 7:30 p.m. tim in the 600 block of S. Cochran p.m. One suspect was approxi- An unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 6700 block of at 10:45 p.m. mately 6 feet tall, while another 5 petty theft in the 7100 block of Sunset at 5:30 p.m. At 7:50 p.m., an unknown suspect feet 11 inches tall. No further Santa Monica at 11:50 a.m. committed a petty theft in the 6300 description was provided. At 8:30 p.m., an unknown suspect block of W. Third. Nov. 25 burglarized a vehicle parked in the At 4 p.m., an unknown suspect At 12:10 a.m., an unknown sus- At 12:35 p.m., an unknown male 4900 block of Rosewood. burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a pect committed a petty theft in the suspect committed a grand theft in 700 block of Alfred. petty theft in the 6600 block of 6200 block of Sunset. the 200 block of N. Rodeo Drive. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Hollywood at 8:30 p.m. The suspect was approximately, 5 cle parked in the 4200 block of W. An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect committed a feet 10 inches tall and 180 Third at 10 p.m. vehicle parked near the corner of At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 8400 block of pounds. The loss was estimated at Romaine and Alfred at 9:30 p.m. stole a vehicle parked near the Beverly at 1 a.m. $4,000. Nov. 20 corner of Martel and Orange. At 2 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown male suspect Nov. 21 At 1 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a robbed a victim near the corner of assaulted a victim in the 500 block At 5:45 a.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the vehicle parked in the 7100 block of Highland and Milner. of Foothill Road at 2:28 p.m. The burglarized a vehicle parked in the 600 block of S. Ridgeley. Hillside at 10 p.m. suspect was approximately 33 8600 block of Rugby. A second An unknown suspect committed a years old, 5 feet 8 inches tall and An unknown suspect committed a vehicle was burglarized in the burglary in the 300 block of S. 135 pounds. burglary in the 700 block of S. Nov. 22 same area at approximately the Fairfax at 3:40 a.m. same time. Spaulding at 3 a.m. At 5:45 p.m., an unknown suspect At 8:52 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 6500 committed a burglary in the 200 At 4 a.m., a suspect assaulted a At 4:40 a.m., a robbery was report- An unknown suspect committed a block of Barton. ed in the 1600 block of Vine. block of S. Rodeo Drive. grand theft in the 8900 block of victim during a domestic violence incident in the 6600 block of Santa Monica at 8:50 a.m. An unknown suspect committed a Yucca. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Nov. 14 petty theft in the 800 block of N. cle parked near the corner of McCadden Place at 6:30 a.m. Highland and Third at 8:30 a.m. At 3:08 p.m., an identity theft was Nov. 22 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- cle parked in the 800 block of S. reported in the 300 block of N. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- At 12:30 a.m., an unknown sus- Crescent Drive. Muirfield at 6 a.m. At 2:30 p.m., an unknown suspect tim in the 800 block of Larrabee at pect burglarized a vehicle parked committed a petty theft in the 6500 1:30 a.m. At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect in the 6300 block of. Sunset. block of Hollywood. Nov. 16 robbed a victim in the 6100 block At 12:40 p.m., an unknown sus- of Wilshire. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a At 10:07 a.m., an unknown male pect burglarized a vehicle parked petty theft near the corner of Santa petty theft in the 400 block of N. suspect committed a burglary in in the 7100 block of Santa Monica. An unknown suspect committed a Monica and Orange at 2:50 p.m. Windsor at 2:35 p.m. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 17 November 30, 2017

Salvation Army hosts annual ‘Dr. Christmas’ bedazzles Kettle Kick Off at Farmers Market ‘Greystone After Dark’ party Join The Salvation Army of On Sunday, Dec. 3, for the first time ever, the historic Doheny Southern California on Thursday, Greystone Mansion will host the cocktail party, “Greystone After Nov. 30, at the Original Farmers Dark.” The night will see the building sparkle for the holiday Market for its annual Red Kettle season with décor designed by Bob Pranga, or “Dr. Christmas.” Kick Off. The event will feature the Stroll through the mansion and enjoy the glamour of days appointment of former Lakers play- gone by, as well as see original vintage costumes on display from er A.C. Green as the organization’s the Hollywood Museum. There will also be a DJ, dancing, cock- newest sports and entertainment tails, and small bites including specialties provided by Ocean ambassador. Prime and the Palm Beverly Hills. Throughout the day, from 10 a.m. The evening will also feature professional holiday-inspired to 5 p.m., celebrity bell ringers will entertainment, floral décor by Reggie of AI International, dessert take to The Salvation Army’s Kettle tips by chef John of La Tropezienne, and book signings by Kick Off Stage, encouraging fans to Hollywood icons. support the Red Kettle this Holiday “Greystone After Dark,” which will be hosted Pranga, will Season. Each year, more than $2 benefit the Friends of Greystone and their ongoing efforts to million is raised by holiday shop- restore, preserve and protect the historic site. pers dropping their spare change Tickets are $45. For information and tickets, visit greystone- into The Salvation Army’s Red mansion.org. The Greystone Mansion is located at 905 Loma photo courtesy of Friends of Greystone Kettles. Vista Drive. “Dr. Christmas,” Bob Pranga Green has been a steadfast sup- porter of The Salvation Army in Designed for children ages 5 to 11, rate art, dance, storytelling and an Southern California for decades, LA Phil’s Youth the concerts introduce kids to classi- instrument petting zoo. and he is a winner of the organiza- Symphonies series returns cal music through the experience of Select Symphonies for Youth con- tion’s Sally Award. Other guests at photo courtesy of Salvation Army live orchestra performance and the- certs will be conducted by partici- the kickoff celebration will include Actress Carol Lawrence will per- On Saturday, Dec. 2, the Los ater. pants from the 2017-18 Dudamel Angeles Philharmonic kicks off its John Paul DeJoria; Broadway form tonight at the Kettle Kick Off. On Dec. 2 and 9, the LA Phil will Fellowship Program. actress Carol Lawrence, who will Toyota Symphonies for Youth con- perform Igor Stravinsky’s “Firebird.” For tickets and information, visit perform onstage; Torrance certs for the 2017-18 season at Walt Each concert is preceded by a choice laphil.org. The Walt Disney Concert Disney Concert Hall at 11 a.m. of workshops at 10 a.m. that incorpo- Hall is located at 111 S. Grand Ave. Children’s Choir and Santa Claus. For information, visit The Kettle Kick Off will also fea- socal.slavationarmy.org. The ture Christmas carols and the offi- Original Farmers Market at Third cial tree lighting at the Original and Fairfax is located at 6333 W. NOW Famers Market. Third St. LEASING YOUR NEW HOME Donate toys for Park La Brea’s holiday drive Park La Brea is holding a toy drive from Friday, Dec. 1 through Thursday, Dec. 14 to benefit children from Alexandria House, a nonprofit shelter for families. New, unwrapped toys can be dropped off at the gate houses at the entrances to Park La Brea on Third and Sixth streets, as well as the activity center, 475 S. Curson Ave., West. Games, books, DVDs, video games and gift cards from Target, Ralphs and K-Mart will also be accepted. Additionally, new and gently used clothing donations will be collected in the LIFE Lobby Office in Tower 49. For information, call activity center supervisor Sylvie Brousseau at (323)549-5458, or email [email protected].

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EveryoneSo many feels. All needs the feels. andto the seefamily fears the the dangersanimated of film ‘Coco’ “Coco” rivals those brutal Pixar an artist’s life. films that pull at every heartstring, But Miguel uncovers proof his teargas all eyes, exploit emotions father is Ernesto del la Cruz unknown. And that animation. Dia (Benjamin Bratt), beloved Mexican de los Muertos is an ideal topic singer and star. With that informa- effective CGI can bring to life, and tion, he finds himself in Cruz’s tomb Pixar handles the visual affair with on the Day of the Dead, holding a zeal. guitar he believes is his birthright. tor with the help of Héctor (Gael To a degree, we know this story, Oh boy. Something peculiar goes García Bernal), who will soon be but it plays out beautifully here. down, and he ends up in the Land of forgotten unless someone takes his Miguel (Anthony Gonzalez) is a tal- the Dead, meeting his ancestors photo back to the land of the living. ented young guitarist, but he hails first-hand. It’s hard not to make comparisons from a family of shoemakers who One problem, Mamá Imelda to the indie animated film “The loathe music. Long ago, the boy’s Rivera (Alanna Ubach), matriarch Book of Life,” which also depicts great-great-grandpa, a talented of the family still in charge from Day of the Dead, but to say we only musician, abandoned the family. His beyond, still holds strong to the past need one film per holiday is prepos- punishment: he hasn’t been honored scorn of her husband. So Miguel terous as we enter the holiday sea- photo courtesy of Disney/Pixar on the Day of the Dead ever since goes in search of his long-lost ances- son and debate which seasonal film Anthony Gonzalez voices Miguel in “Coco,” a new animated film based to watch first (the answer is always on the traditions of Day of the Dead. “Die Hard,” the best Christmas film). “Coco” provides another wonder- on non-white characters, seemed Disney’s terrible idea to have a 21- ful point of view, and for its part, the initially problematic. I don’t like to minute “Frozen” short instead of a film is encyclopedic in its under- knock a studio that has such a long usual, amazingly clever Pixar one. I standing of Day of the Dead, play- track record of compelling films, but adored that film, but a story focused fully addressing traditions without a slew of unfortunate sequels and a on Olaf trying to help the frosty sis- mocking them, and artfully display- couple dull original ideas (and that ters find a Christmas tradition is a ing the vibrancy of the holiday free whole business going on now with special kind of seasonal pandering of exploitation. John Lasseter) proves even great that belongs in the extras of a Blu- This is shocking considering storytellers are fallible. ray, not on the big screen. Just show Disney’s poor track record with And while the primary director, up 40 minutes late to avoid some photo courtesy of Disney/Pixar diversity. Pixar is perhaps one of the Lee Unkrich (“Toy Story 3”), is painfully juvenile trailers and that Anthony Gonzalez voices Miguel and Alanna Ubach voices Mamá whitest film studios out there. Think white, co-director and writer Adrian awful thing (yes, I timed it). Imelda Rivera in “Coco,” a film that will pull on audiences’ heartstrings. about it. With the exception of Malino joins a predominantly As for the film itself, perfection. “Where’s my super suit?”, very few Latinx cast. Not bad for the studio This is one of Pixar’s best, and proof non-white characters get any screen that once brought us “The Lion filmmakers can effectively tell time (don’t give me that whole, but King,” an African story with only diverse stories with research, respect Joy is yellow and Sadness is blue three black voice actors, one of and inclusion. “Coco” belongs to all from “Inside Out”; they’re both which dies, another a hyena and the audiences, a cultural experience that aspects of a white girl’s mind). So last a baboon. should be required viewing for The Groundlings to host the idea of “Coco,” the Disney com- “Coco” does have one infuriating grade schoolers and anyone with a special holiday show pany’s first story film that focuses flaw. But don’t blame the film for soul.

photo courtesy of the Groundlings Comedy Theater The Groundlings Theatre presents the new “Groundlings Holiday Show” running from Friday, Dec. 1 through Saturday, Dec. 23. Director Damon Jones leads a cast including Michael Churven, Julian Gant, Kevin Kirkpatrick, Anne Lane, Andrew Leeds, Lyric Lewis, Jim Rash and Lisa Schurga. Doors open at 8 p.m. on Dec. 1, and regular showtimes are 8 and 10 p.m., Fridays and Saturday. Tickets are $25. Guests can also celebrate the end of 2017 at the “Groundlings New Year’s Eve Celebration,” a special improv performance on Sunday, Dec. 31. The event includes specialty cocktails and gourmet appetiz- ers served at 9 p.m., followed by a special two-hour improv show fea- turing Groundlings performers and the house band beginning at 10 p.m. At midnight, everyone will join in a champagne toast and desert. Tickets are $100. The Groundlings Theatre is located at 7307 Melrose Ave. For information, call (323)934-4747, or visit groundlings.com. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 19 November 30, 2017

The Music Center to hold Iranian music sensation announces L.A. Concert Iranian music-sensation Mohsen another ‘Sleepless’ event Yeganeh has announced that his Los Angeles performance date will be on Saturday, Dec. 16, at Microsoft Theater. In addition, to commemorate this long-awaited concert, Yeganeh will perform his latest song, “Badeto,” live in the U.S. for the first time. Yeganeh last performed in the U.S. in 2014 and following a string of sold-out shows throughout Europe, has been itching to come back to meet his stateside fans and perform new music along with some of his greatest hits. “I am thrilled to be coming back to the U.S. to meet my fellow Iranians and spend a beautiful evening sharing music in a wonder- photo courtesy of the Staples Center and Microsoft Theater ful setting,” Yeganeh said. “I espe- Mohsen Yeganeh cially remember how passionate my fans in Los Angeles were the my latest song, ‘Badeto,’ and they @Mohsen on Instagram. Tickets photo courtesy of The Music Center last time I performed there and I will be among the first to hear it are currently on sale at cannot wait to create more memo- live.” microsofttheater.com, axs.com, by The 10th edition of The Music Yissy Bandancha, and more. ries with them. I am also excited to For information, follow phone at (888)929-7849 or the Center’s highly popular “Sleepless” goers can Stroll the announce that I will be performing @mohsen_yeganeh on Twitter and Staples Center Box Office. “Sleepless: The Music Center Sleepless Mercadito, featuring After Hours” returns on Dec. 1 original Cuban prints, vinyl and from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. munchies with sound design that The event will transform the transports guests to old Havana; center’s Dorothy Chandler uncover Cuba’s diverse history Lamplight Holiday Celebrations at Heritage Square Pavilion, filling it with Cuba’s where Spanish, African and Step back into early Los Angeles ipate in a 1892 Victorian while discussing the changing land- most talented artists and featuring Caribbean influences merge and experience the holidays Thanksgiving and play a popular scape of Los Angeles's Bunker Hill, live performances; originally cre- together, featuring original visual throughout the years at Heritage parlor game; mingle and play and demonstrating that places do ated photographic, sound and light installations by Alejandro Reyes Square Museum’s popular games with budding film industry indeed tell stories and offer connec- installations; film screenings; and Castro and projections by Michael Lamplight Celebration Tours on moguls at a 1915 Christmas celebra- tions to the past. a mercadito of Cuban artwork and Ohsann; encounter intimate per- Dec. 2-3. tion; and join in a popular period Tours begin at 4 p.m. with a new merchandise. formances from Telmary Díaz and Visitors can wander from one dance at a 1945 New Year’s Eve tour starting every 20 minutes. Tour This special edition of Yissy and Bandancha, two of historic home to another as you party. prices are $30 for adults and $15 for “Sleepless” will offer a 21st cen- Havana’s female innovators of journey through typical seasonal Guests will be led through time children over 6 years old. Advance tury reimagining and reinterpreta- contemporary Cuban music, celebrations of 1892, 1915 and by actors portraying members of the reservations only. tion of what it means to be a con- curated by Betto Arcos; and bend 1945. original Cultural Heritage Board For information, visit her- temporary Cuban artist working in reality through artist Danay Guests will also be able to partic- (the founding body of the museum) itagesquare.org. a globally influenced world, all in Nopales’ “Reflexiones,” a 3-D a late-night experiential environ- photographic exhibition that plays ment. Highlight artists include with shapes and reflections to cre- master of Cuban Tres (double ate beautiful illusions. string guitar) Pancho Amat; The Music Center is located at singer, rapper, musician and jazz 135 N. Grand Ave. For informa- poet Telmary Diaz; percussionist tion, visit musiccenter.org/cuba. 20 November 30, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

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Restaurant News Enjoy the seasons at Descanso Gardens ‘Enchanted Forest of From page 14 The Garland njoy some holiday cheer with a variety of offerings all season long at Light’ The Garland’s signature restaurant, The Front Yard. The mixologists ow through Jan. 7, Descanso Gardens is open in the evening for a Eare debuting three new holiday cocktails that include an Egg Noggy or spectacular holiday light show offering 10 different sensory experi- holiday fare and fun. 465 N. ences with illumination, sound and cuisine. The garden’s restaurant Beverly Drive. (310)786-1000. Nice with a splash of Sailor Jerry Rum. Yule Shoot Your Eye Out Cider is N a boozy take on the classic 1983 movie, “A Christmas Story.” It’s made Maple will offer dinner options just for “Enchanted” ticket holders. Other with apples, cardamom pods, star anise, honey, pale ale, a stick of cinna- dining options are available at the courtyard and Lightwave Lake, where mon and Black Magic Rum. The last drink, I’m Dreaming of a White visitors can buy cocktails, snacks and burgers. On the Luminous Lawn ‘Cozy Cabanas’ at Russian, is updated with eggnog, molasses, ginger, whipped cream, cinna- area, they sell hot maple beignets, pork ribs, potato salad and colorful WP24 by Wolfgang mon sugar, vodka and Kahlúa. 4222 Vineland Ave. (818)255-7290. candy bars. 1418 Descanso Drive. (818)949-4200. Puck uring the month of December on the private rooftop of The DRitz-Carlton, Los Angeles, experi- CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD ence an exclusive holiday dining opportunity. Take the elevator up to PUBLIC NOTICE the 26th floor for an Asian-inspired caviar tasting menu with festive cocktails inside private poolside NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT cabanas. It’s a unique warm winter A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION escape with a twinkling tree, plush throws, sequin pillows and a dedi- cated cabana butler. Start with a To: All Interested Persons and Agencies Date: November 30, 2017 pour of a seasonal punch while From: City of West Hollywood Lead Agency: City of West Hollywood enjoying a spread of modern fusion Community Development Department Community Development Department bites. There is caviar toast and 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard Project Title: 8497-8499 Sunset Boulevard Szechuan beef tartare. A dessert West Hollywood, California 90069 basket will be delivered to your Commercial Project cabana filled with passion fruit and basil pavlova kisses, and pineapple lemongrass pâte de fruit. Guests A Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared for the proposed 8497-8499 Sunset Boulevard can watch a classic movie inside Commercial Project (proposed project). The City of West Hollywood (City) is the local lead agency, pursuant their cabana, and visit the cookie decorating and hot chocolate sta- to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), responsible for preparation of this document. tion. A rooftop cabana can be booked on Tuesdays through Saturdays. 900 W. Olympic Blvd. Project Location: The project site is located at 8497-8499 Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA (213)743-8824. 90069. The project site encompasses approximately 0.34 acres. The project site is currently developed with a multi-family residential building. Holiday fun at Universal Studios Project Description: The proposed project involves the demolition of the existing multi-family apartment he Wizarding World of Harry building on the project site and construction of a 22,566 gross-square-foot commercial building with three Potter has transformed for stories of office and restaurant space above grade and a four-level below grade subterranean parking TChristmas with new holiday- themed cuisine and light projection garage. The project would also include either a static or digital billboard on the east section of the south side show. Step inside the Three of the building, fronting Sunset Boulevard. The proposed three-story building would have a maximum height Broomsticks Dining Hall for hot butterbeer and a sumptuous roast of 45 feet above natural grade. Vehicular access to the subterranean parking garage would be provided via turkey with gravy platter. They are a ramp from Miller Drive on the southwest corner of the site. The project would include a total of 138 on-site also serving a medley of root veg- etables, braised red cabbage, roast- parking spaces, six of which would be compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Ten bicycle ed potato medallions and pigs in a parking spaces would also be provided. Pursuant to Section 15072 of the California Environmental Quality blanket. Hog’s Head Pub, Magic Neep and the butterbeer carts sell Act, the project site is not on any of the lists enumerated under Section 65962.5 of the Government Code. cold and frozen butterbeer, plus pumpkin juice with a souvenir pumpkin top. As night falls, Summary of Impacts: The proposed project was analyzed pursuant to CEQA and would result in no Hogsmeade Village sparkles with impacts or less than significant impacts to aesthetics, agriculture and forestry resources, air quality, green- snow-capped roofs, and storefronts decorated with holiday garland and house gas emissions, hazards and hazardous materials, hydrology and water quality, land use and planning, lights. During designated times mineral resources, noise, population and housing, public services, recreation, transportation/traffic, and util- during the evening the Hogwarts Castle is illuminated with colorful ities and service systems. Impacts to biological resources, cultural resources, geology/soils, and tribal cul- lights. This special show is choreo- tural resources would require the implementation of mitigation to reduce impacts to a less than significant graphed to the musical arrange- ment from the Harry Potter movies. level. The project would not result in any significant impacts. 100 Universal City Plaza. (800)864-8377. Public Comment Period: The public comment period for this Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration will begin on Thursday, November 30, 2017, and end on Thursday, December 22, 2017 (comment letters Beelman’s Pub must be received by 5:00 p.m. on December 22). The City requests comments be limited to the material con- tained in the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration. The document is available for review at the vegan menu Community Development Department (8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069) and at eelman’s now offers a plant- based, Asian-influenced menu. West Hollywood Library (625 North San Vicente Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069), and on the City of BThe fun bar offers the Viet Nom West Hollywood website, www.weho.org. Please submit comments in writing to the following address: Nom Wrap with citrus-flavored vegan spareribs, rice, green papaya, City of West Hollywood, Community Development Department, Attn: Laurie Yelton pickled daikon, carrots, Thai basil, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard cilantro and romaine. The chefs also make a That’s a Tasty Burger! West Hollywood, California 90069 featuring Impossible meat, plan- Email: [email protected] / Phone: (323) 848-6890 tains, shredded kale, gochujang aioli, pineapple, slaw and house- made jalapeño sauce on a pretzel bun. 600 S. Spring St. (213)622- Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk 1022.

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MuseumThe Natural History exhibition Museum of tattooing spotlights around the world and art of tattooing Los Angeles County recently right here at home.” opened the traveling exhibition The exhibition also highlights “Tattoo,” which will run until April the work and importance of female 15. tattooists. A video of Jesse Knight – Created and developed by the an Englishwoman trained to tattoo Quilt displayed during Musée du quai Branly – Jacques by her father and famous for her Chirac in Paris, the NHMLA pre- freehand ability – is a part of the sentation of “Tattoo” concludes an content. There is also work from World AIDS Day observance international tour at stops including Southern California’s Nell Bowen, Toronto’s Royal Ontario Museum Dainty Dottie and Kari Barba, a and Chicago’s Field Museum of pioneering tattooist and the owner Natural History. Tattoo explores of Outer Limits Tattoo and more than 5,000 years of history, Museum in Long Beach, the site of culture and art connected to ink the longest running tattoo studio in through specially commissioned, the country. tattooed silicone forms; hand- Tickets for adults, seniors and drawn art; videos of tattoo cere- students cost $12, and $6 for chil- monies; interview footage of lumi- dren ages 3 to 12. Children age 2 nary practitioners; and the technol- and under are free. Each tattoo at ogy and tools of the trade. the parlor costs $250. photo courtesy of Natural History Museum of Different from its iterations at The Natural History Museum is Los Angeles other museums, the exhibit features located at 900 Exposition Blvd. For “Yonyuk Watchiya ‘Sua.’” Bangkok, 3,000 square feet of new content tickets and information, visit Thailand, 2008-11, by Cedric dedicated to Los Angeles, a cre- nhm.org. Arnold, is included in the exhibit. ative capital for tattoo culture. A working tattoo parlor within the exhibition features live demonstra- Paul Joseph and Thomas Dyer distributed information on tions and special times for tattoo HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention in this photograph in the Dec. appointments in which visitors can by Myles Mellor 4, 1997, issue of the Park Labrea News and Beverly Press. They are get permanently inked by L.A.- Crossword Puzzle shown with panels of the AIDS Quilt, which were displayed in West based artists (advance reservation Hollywood that year in observance of World AIDS Day. West required). Hollywood and numerous organizations involved in the fight against Collections at NHMLA and the HIV/AIDS are holding observances this year on World AIDS Day, La Brea Tar Pits and Museum – Dec. 1. For information, see page 1. butterflies, saber-toothed cats, tigers, mammoths, and gems – inspired many of the onsite parlor’s designs. “As a museum of, for, and with L.A., and committed to exploring ShopJoin the Beverlyfor a Hills cause Bar including with the MonthlyBHBF Roxbury the region’s nature and culture, we Association and Bar Foundation Park Free Legal Clinic, Teen Court are honored to present ‘Tattoo’ in Holiday Fundraiser on Thursday, Program, Rule of Law Writing Southern California. This is the Dec. 7, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Competition, Modest Means Legal birthplace of several pivotal tattoo Williams-Sonoma in Beverly Hills. Services and Law School movements, including the Long Guests will enjoy wine tasting, Scholarships for students who have Beach Pike scene and the black- celebrity chef demonstrations, hors demonstrated an ongoing commit- and-gray style,” said Dr. Lori d’oeuvres and shopping for holiday ment to legal public service. Bettison-Varga, president and gifts at the festively decorated store. The event is free, with free park- director of NHMLA. “Tattoo pro- A portion of the proceeds from ing next door. Williams-Sonoma is vides a special opportunity for our the event will benefit community located at 339 N. Beverly Drive. community to explore an often- programs underwritten by the RSVP requested by visiting misunderstood art form and shed Beverly Hills Bar Foundation, bhba.org/shoppingforacause. light on the history and traditions of

Across 2. Actor LaBeouf, son of Indy 1. On the go 3. Perfumed powder Exhibit highlights photographic beauty and diversity 6. Sturdy boat 4. Many a Kurd The Perfect Exposure Gallery 10. Braveheart hillside 5. Trash presents “Select Photographers,” an 14. Stock unit 6. “Evil” attachment exhibit that opened on Nov. 16. The 15. Molding or arch 7. Eye show, which runs until Dec. 13, fea- 16. Solid foundation 8. Understands tures the work of a variety of profes- 17. Rice dish 9. Gossips at shul sional photographers from across 18. Panache 10. They can be uplifting the globe. 19. Top of the list 11. Underground plant part The photographers included in 20. Something you learn to like 12. Zits the show are Armando Arorizo, 23. Theory 13. Live minimally Barbara Davidson, Carol Bishop, 24. Emulated Miss Muffet 21. Shiah leaders Dan Burkholder, E. F. Kitchen, 25. Your father 22. “Tall” story Claudia Kunin, Young Lee, E. K. 28. Relax 25. Pulitzer winner Maureen Waller, Marcela Tabadoa, Charles 31. Lieu 26. Left side of a ship Trainor, Nick Ut, Richard Greene, 35. Column 27. Cryogenics chemist Brenda Castonguay and Roy 37. Some ‘60s hipsters 29. Sprite perhaps DyBuncio. photo by Roy Dybuncio courtesy of the Perfect Exposure Gallery 39. Prefix with red 30. Diuretic’s target The Perfect Exposure Gallery 41. Expression from a happy eater 32. Oklahoma city displays the work of award-winning 44. Pulitzer Prize category 33. In conflict with, with “of” and accomplished photojournalists, ship as a standard of excellence. 1125 Crenshaw Blvd. For infor- 45. “So be it!” 34. Peach or cherry 46. Trick as well as works of photographers Admission is free. The Perfect mation, visit theperfectexposure- 36. __-a-dozen 47. Tendency 38. Large number that regard artistry and craftsman- Exposure Gallery is located at gallery.com. 49. Cobblers’ tools 40. Not docked 51. Grassland 42. “Last ___ In Paris” 52. A lot of fun 43. Monster ___, Jennifer Lopez film 54. Bar beverage 48. Obscure 56. Enjoy the cabernet and pinot 50. Sneakiest Gay Men’s Chorus prepares for ‘Holiday Spectacular’ perhaps 53. Fur neckware The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Spectacular,” which will pay trib- Additionally, Gay Men’s Chorus 63. Pig of film 55. Crown Angeles will close out 2017 with its ute to modern families. of Los Angeles is supporting Raise 64. Flake 56. Herb to spice up a meal annual tradition – the “Holiday The family-oriented musical a Child and Extraordinary Families 65. Sovereign decree 57. Skillful Spectacular.” revue features traditional holiday- – Los Angeles-based organizations 67. Wrinkled skin fruit 58. Bridal gown accessory Tickets are available for the con- themed classics, modern jingles devoted to finding homes for chil- 68. Additionally 59. Emcee certs on Thursday, Dec. 14 at 8 and surprises. Gay Men’s Chorus dren, especially in LGBTQ fami- 69. Soft twilled silk 60. Gets with great effort p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 16 at 2 and 8 of Los Angeles executive director lies. 70. Falter 61. St Patrick’s place? p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 17 at 2 p.m. Jonathan Weedman will be joined The Alex Theatre is located at 71. Trawling equipment 62. Computer picture at the Alex Theatre in Glendale. by chorus board member and 216 N. Brand Blvd. Tickets start at 72. Very small 63. Sticker Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles Emmy-winning KTLA news $20. For information, call 66. Biblically yours Down artistic director and conductor Dr. anchor and reporter Wendy Burch (818)243-ALEX, or visit 1. Cleopatra biter Joe Nadeau will lead the “Holiday for opening remarks. gmcla.org. See Answers page 26 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 November 30, 2017

DodgersThe Los Angeles announce Dodgers a hooded 2018 sweatshirt promotional (April 11 vs. Robinson schedule jersey before the team’s announced their promotional sched- Oakland), a player t-shirt (May 26 game against the Arizona ule and unveiled the team’s mini- vs. San Diego), a beach towel (June Diamondbacks. plan options for the 2018 season. A 13 vs. Texas), a knit cap (Aug. 20 The Dodgers will also offer fami- total of 54 games will feature a pro- vs. St. Louis) and a player jersey ly-friendly promotions throughout motion or event, starting with the (Aug. 25 vs. San Diego). the season by hosting six Sunday kids Dodgers’ nationally televised An annual fan favorite, Old giveaways, Kids Run the Bases (fol- Opening Day game against the San Timers Day will be held on lowing most Sunday home games), Francisco Giants on Thursday, Saturday, May 12 (vs. Cincinnati), and Viva Los Dodgers prior to the last March 29, at 4:10 p.m. and will be accompanied by a 60th Sunday home game each month to The full special event calendar anniversary hat giveaway. give families a full and memorable will be announced at a later date. Dodger Stadium will be the place day at the ballpark. The season-long The promotional schedule, which to be during the summer holidays in Viva Los Dodgers celebrations cul- can be viewed at dodgers.com/pro- 2018, and the team will have themed minate with La Gran Fiesta on motions, is highlighted by 10 bob- promotions with home games on Saturday, Sept. 22. photo courtesy of the city of West Hollywood blehead giveaway dates, the return Mother’s Day (Cosmetic Bag, May The Dodgers additionally unveiled of Friday Night Fireworks, six 13 vs. Cincinnati), Memorial Day new mini-plan options for 2018 with The West Hollywood Library has traditionally projected names of people games with a collector’s item give- (Player Apron, May 28 vs. the 10-game Value Mini-Plan, which who have died from HIV and AIDS on one of its outer walls. away and Fan Appreciation Day on Philadelphia), Father’s Day (Money is available at special value pricing Sunday, Sept. 23. Clip, June 17 vs. San Francisco), for a limited time, and the 37-game Among the new items added to Independence Day (Fireworks on Flex Plan, the only mini-plan to AIDS victims honored during the 2018 promotional schedule are a July 3 and July 4 vs. Pittsburgh) and include possible rights to purchase piggy bank (June 30 vs. Colorado), Labor Day (Cooler Bag, Sept. 3 vs. tickets to one World Series game. an “It’s Time for Dodger Baseball” New York Mets). For information about all mini- annual remembrance alarm clock (April 24 vs. Miami) The Dodgers will also join Major plans, visit dodgers.com/miniplans, From page 1 making World AIDS Day an oppor- and a Dodger Stadium sand globe League Baseball in celebrating Jackie and for more information on the tunity to spotlight the lives they con- (Aug. 30 vs. Arizona) to go along Robinson Day on April 15, when 2018 season ticket waitlist, visit tinue to claim, and the people most with popular returning giveaways of they will give away a No. 42 dodgers.com/seasontickets. remember them.” at risk. Approximately 60,000 people “Our hope is that our big concert live with HIV in Los Angeles events will help keep the spotlight County, according to the County of on the need for nations to keep their Los Angeles Public Health promise to do all they can to stop Postal Service holding Letters from Santa program Department. An estimated 14 per- HIV/AIDS from claiming addition- The U.S. Postal Service can response. Insert the response letter Postmaster, 4141 Postmark Drive, cent of them don’t know they are al lives,” Weinstein said. help you prove Santa is real when into an envelope and address it to Anchorage, AK 99530-9998. infected. Other organizations around the he replies to your child’s letter, the child. Add the return address: “Letters from Santa” must be The overall rate of transmission world helping to lead the fight complete with a North Pole post- Santa, North Pole, to the enve- received by the Anchorage, AK, has decreased throughout the coun- against HIV and AIDS include mark. lope. Affix a First-Class Mail postmaster no later than Dec. 15. ty, but certain segments of the pop- UNAIDS – the Joint United Nations To get a letter back from Santa, stamp to the envelope. Santa’s helpers at the Postal ulation have continued to face a Programme on HIV/AIDS – which have your child write a letter to Place the complete envelope Service will take care of the rest. higher risk. According to the county estimates that there were 36.7 mil- Santa and place it in an envelope into a larger envelope – preferably Be sure to share the experience Public Health Department, the num- lion people worldwide living with addressed to: Santa Claus, North a Priority Mail Flat Rate envelope on social media using ber of people diagnosed with HIV HIV/AIDS as of the end of 2016. Pole. Later, when alone, open the – with appropriate postage and #LettersFromSanta. decreased 37 percent between 2002 The group’s 2017 World AIDS envelope and write a personalized address it to North Pole Postmark, For information, visit usps.com. and 2013. Black males, however, Day campaign, “My Health, My were diagnosed with HIV at a rate Right,” will help promote its goal of 3.2 times higher than white males, reaching an HIV transmission rate and black females were diagnosed of zero. nine times more than white females. “All people, regardless of their The AIDS Healthcare Foundation age, gender, where they live or who is one of several organizations host- they love, have the right to health,” ing local World AIDS Day events. said Michel Sidibe, executive direc- Musical artists Mariah Carey and tor of UNAIDS, in a statement. “No DJ Khaled, a partner of the founda- matter what their health needs are, tion, will perform a free concert on everyone requires health solutions Nov. 30 at the Shrine Auditorium, that are available and accessible, located at 665 W. Jefferson Blvd. free from discrimination and of “This year’s World AIDS Day is good quality.” particularly meaningful for AHF because it marks several historic milestones for us, including AHF having over 833,000 patients in our “All people, care around the world as we cele- regardless of brate our 30th anniversary this year,” said Michael Weinstein, the their age, foundation’s president. “When AHF gender, where began as the AIDS Hospice Foundation in 1987, we were facing they live or dire circumstances and a lot of uncertainty at the beginning of the who they love, epidemic. Each day we were fight- have the right ing just to keep AIDS patients from having to die in the streets or over- to health.” crowded hospitals.” Advances in medicine have low- -Michael Sidibe ered the worldwide sense of UNAIDS executive director urgency to address HIV and AIDS, 24 November 30, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Immaculate Heart alumna Meghan Markle announces engagement to Prince Harry This week’s announcement that American actress Meghan Markle is engaged to England’s Prince Harry brought a flurry of media attention to Markle’s alma mater, Immaculate Heart High School, the all-girls Catholic college preparatory school in the Los Feliz foothills of Los Angeles. “Over 10,000 women of great heart and right con- science have graduated from Immaculate Heart – and we are proud to count Meghan Markle, Class of 1999, among that number,” said Maureen Diekmann, presi- dent of Immaculate Heart. “As a global ambassador for World Vision Canada, Markle has campaigned for photo courtesy of Immaculate Heart photo by Jamie Pham clean, safe drinking water. Additionally, as the UN Women’s Advocate for Political Participation & Artistic Director Anne Tomlinson conducts the Los Angeles Children’s Chorus. Immaculate Heart alumna Meghan Markle spoke at Leadership, she has spoken up for women’s rights and the UN on International Women's Day in 2015 gender equality.” “Today, we at Immaculate Heart extend our best wishes to Markle on her engagement to His Royal L.A. Children’s Chorus to hold Highness, Prince Harry,” Diekmann added. “Today, we at Immaculate Heart Throughout the day, Immaculate Heart’s phone lines extend our best wishes to Markle were busy with media inquiries about the alumna’s holiday-inspired concert academic and extracurricular history. Camera crews on her engagement to His Royal On Sunday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m., Los works by E.E. Cummings, Kenneth and news vans pulled into the campus lot, and reporters Highness, Prince Harry.” Angeles Children’s Chorus will ring Grahame, Theodore Roethke, Robert vied for student reactions to the breaking news. in the holidays at Walt Disney Louis Stevenson, St. Francis of Markle attended Immaculate Heart High School Maureen Diekmann, Concert Hall with Grammy Award- Assisi and Fra Giovanni Giocondo. and Middle School. During her high school years, president of Immaculate Heart winning opera singer Susan Graham “This evening of music and poet- Markle performed in theatrical productions at and members of the Los Angeles ry was inspired by ‘A Festival of Immaculate Heart and Loyola high schools. During engagement as “exciting,” Mia Speier, the high Philharmonic in a concert featuring Lessons and Carols,’ a cherished her senior year, she served as a student leader for the school’s student body president, said she was most the world premiere of composer annual Christmas Eve tradition senior class Kairos Retreat, a role typically reserved impressed with Markle as a “strong” woman and Paul Gibson’s “Ring Out, Wild introduced in 1918 by King’s for students known for their empathy as well as their model humanitarian. Bells,” based on Lord Alfred College Choir in Cambridge, abilities to listen and guide students in reflective con- “The fact that she has walked through our hallways Tennyson’s beloved poem and England, that touches on universal versations. here and is an advocate for women is very inspiring,” arranged for chorus, organ, strings human experiences through Although many students described news of the Speier said. and handbells. thoughtful verse and moving song The performance, as part of the and has been broadcast around the LA Phil’s “Sounds About Town” globe by the BBC every holiday Let us know what’s happening at your school! series, will also include a range of since 1930,” Tomlinson said. Send us news and photos of students, teachers and athletes to [email protected] classical works, holiday carols and Tickets start at $20; children ages 6- and we will consider publishing it in our Schools section. readings. LACC Artistic Director 17 are half price. Visit lachildrenscho- Anne Tomlinson will lead the pro- rus.org/sounds-about-town, or call The information will also appear on our website at gram of musical selections inter- (626)793-4231. Walt Disney Concert beverlypress.com Your partners spersed with readings drawn from Hall is located at 111 S. Grand Ave. in the community Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 25 November 30, 2017

Six major museums announce continuation ofThe curatorial Los Angeles County fellowshipFellowships include program regular Students in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Art Institute of engagement during the academic Museum of Art’s 2015 Mellon Chicago, the High Museum of Art, school year followed by full-time Summer Academy had a walk- The Museum of Fine Arts in engagement over the summer. through of “Noah Purifoy: Junk Houston, The Nelson-Atkins “Seeking out fresh perspectives Dada” with curator Franklin Sirmans, Museum of Art and new partner and new voices is essential to creat- former Terri and Michael Smooke institution the Philadelphia ing a bright future for museums that curator and department head of Museum of Art have announced an feel innovative, relevant, and additional five-year grant to contin- dynamic,” said James Rondeau, Contemporary Art at LACMA. photo courtesy of Museum Associates/LACMA ue The Andrew W. Mellon president and Eloise W. Martin Undergraduate Curatorial director of the Art Institute of Fellowship Program. Chicago. “We’re grateful that The The fellowship provides special- Andrew W. Mellon Foundation is ized training in the curatorial field renewing its crucial support to help to students across the United States us continue to invest in the next who exemplify historically under- generation of curatorial leaders. represented groups in the curatorial We’re continually impressed and field and support the goal of pro- inspired by the profound impact moting pluralistic museums. The that our new and current fellows $3.25 million grant from The have in shaping our museum and Andrew W. Mellon Foundation is a who we aspire to be.” continuation of the initial grant “The Andrew W. Mellon awarded in 2013. Undergraduate Curatorial Fellows participate in the pro- Fellowship Program has completed gram throughout their undergradu- a successful pilot phase, and we are ate career, with the goal of continu- already encouraged by the fellows ing their education through gradu- who have inspired new ways of ate work. Of the 20 fellows who thinking about the permanent col- have completed the program, 13 are lection and have increased collabo- either enrolled in graduate art histo- ration across curatorial depart- ry programs or working in the arts. ments,” said Michael Govan, In the continuation of the pro- LACMA CEO and Wallis gram, 36 students nationwide will Annenberg director. be selected for two-year fellow- “We are honored to participate in ships following Summer the cultivation of future leaders to Academies at each museum over lend exciting and diverse view- the course of the next five years. points in our field through The The Summer Academy is a one- Andrew W. Mellon Undergraduate week intensive program consisting Curatorial Fellowship,” said Julián of workshops, tours, field trips and Zugazagoitia, Menefee D. and networking events with museum Mary Louise Blackwell CEO and professionals. director of the Nelson-Atkins. Mellon Summer Academies will “This is an exciting way for art be offered in summer 2018, 2019 institutions to represent the com- and 2020 at each partner museum. munities they serve while giving This program is open to freshman students valuable experience and a and sophomore students enrolled in deeper understanding of the way undergraduate programs located museums operate.” near the partner museums. Visit lacma.org/mellonfellowships.

photo courtesy of Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz ‘The Toad Prince’ hops over to Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz On Wednesday, Dec. 6, Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz presents “The Toad Prince” performed by Tears of Joy Theatre. This colorful Chinese tale and dynamic puppet theater show is a version of the classic “Beauty and the Beast” story. The son of a magical water sprite and a prince of toads, Indri must learn to place another’s needs before his own. Inspired by the compassion of a courageous friend, Indri discovers that true beauty is found within the kind- ness we show and accept from others. From a smoke breathing dragon to slapstick puppetry, this production vacillates from the serious to the highly comedic. One of Tears of Joy Theatre’s most famous pieces, “Toad Prince” was originally created in the late 1970s by Tears of Joy founder Reg Bradley, with the musical score composed by the late Allen Gates. Tears of Joy’s performance, starting at 6:30 p.m., will run a full hour. Full of humor, kids will learn about Chinese culture, compassion, kindness and acceptance while they discover the classic story written in 1894. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students. For tickets, visit tinyurl.com/ofmdyxh. Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz, the performance space at Le Lycée Français de Los Angeles, is located at 10361 W. Pico Blvd. 26 November 30, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Party houses face proposed ordinance From page 1

they are not deterred by recurring fines. The citation scale would reset one year after the most recent vio- lation. The ordinance covers actions that are already illegal, but would allow law enforcement to attribute them to an accompanying “loud and unruly gathering.” An party- goer urinating in public, for exam- ple, would be held responsible as an individual, but his actions Park Labrea News/Beverly Press file photo would not lead to repercussions Hollywood Hills houses have drawn complaints over the years for for the owner of a house hosting a hosting loud parties and events. loud or unruly gathering, accord- photo by Luke Harold ing to Nick Greif, director of pol- Bike lanes down Santa Monica Boulevard are part of another initiative to icy and legislation for short term rental websites. manager of another. Both cases make Beverly Hills more friendly to local cyclists. Councilman David Ryu, 4th Residents in the Hollywood Hills involved nuisance parties that District. Ryu introduced a motion have accused neighbors of renting drew complaints from neighbors. in June 2016 calling for the ordi- their homes for loud, late-night Pending City Council approval, nance. Greif said the proposed parties or other types of gatherings the new ordinance could provide a ordinance would make a “night that cause nuisances such as heavy more effective way to address the Bike sharing proving and day” difference in enforce- traffic on the area’s narrow streets. issue. ment. “I am thrilled to see the PLUM “In my district, only a small committee unanimously approve handful of homeowners are successful in Beverly Hills “Our residents have been front ments in progress, the city projects this ordinance which will bring responsible for these massive and From page 1 seat in calling for this ordinance,” increased usage of its bike share Greif said. “They’re the ones bear- peace and safety to so many of our unruly parties – the vast majority September 2017. August, with program in the years ahead. ing the brunt of this activity.” neighborhoods,” Ryu said in a are reasonable and respectful of beautiful weather and plenty of “Usage of the Beverly Hills Steve Houchin, a neighborhood statement. “All-night parties, with their neighbors,” Ryu said. “It’s summer tourists, has been the most Bike Share system is anticipated to prosecutor representing hundreds of guests clogging the the small handful that make this active month. The “smart bikes” increase in future years as it Hollywood, said at a town hall road and creating a fire hazard in ordinance so sorely needed. We used for the program have onboard becomes interoperable with the with Hollywood Hills residents the canyons and hillsides, cannot are talking about people who use GPS technology, and riders can systems of West Hollywood, Santa earlier this year that the lack of a continue unabated.” their homes to throw all-night sign up for the program through an Monica and UCLA,” Kunz and legal definition of a party house In September, City Attorney events, or rent them out to app or online. Eros said in the staff report. “The was one of the biggest obstacles to Mike Feuer announced that “the strangers who run de facto night- In December, the City Council regional bike share network would consistent enforcement. party’s over for out-of-control clubs out of otherwise quiet neigh- will consider expanding the pro- allow for a larger coverage area The party house issue has also nuisance houses” when he filed borhoods – threatening the peace gram to form a regional network of and significantly increase the num- had some crossover with the city’s criminal charges against an owner and safety of everyone around bike sharing by Beverly Hills, ber of destinations for the city’s problems with Airbnb and other of one house and the property them.” West Hollywood, Santa Monica bike share users. Higher usage is and UCLA. also expected as the Purple Line “A goal for the three municipal- Extension subway stations open in ities operating the smart bike sys- the city. The bike share system tem is to integrate the westside would be a first-last mile mode by Thai Town marketplace estimate cities and UCLA bike share pro- subway users who will commute grams under one umbrella network to/from the city.” to [make] it easy and convenient Approximately $150,000 in for customers to identify with – AB2766 Air Quality Management approaches $4 million and use – one seamless system,” District and Measure R transporta- From page 1 Aaron Kunz, Beverly Hills deputy tion grant funds were used for director of transportation, and Beverly Hills bike share equip- Martha Eros, the city’s transporta- ment. Monthly maintenance costs last decade to raise private fund- tion planner, said in the staff $186 per bike, totalling $109,500 ing, but with the addition of the report. annually for the system’s 50 bikes. city’s allocation and financing from In February 2016, Beverly Hills The City Council voted earlier J.P. Morgan Chase, the project is became the second city in the this year to include bike lanes on close to becoming a reality. The county to implement a bike share Santa Monica Boulevard by next cost went from approximately program, following Santa Monica spring, as the reconstruction pro- $900,000 when the marketplace in November 2015. Wesy ject continues. At one of the City was first conceived to the current Hollywood started its program in Council’s December meetings, it estimate of $3.96 million. August 2016. Beverly Hills bike will vote on a memorandum of Martorell said some of the con- share members can return their understanding for the operation of struction of the space’s interior had bikes to any of the city’s 10 bike a regional bike share system that been completed last year, but share stations, or any of the 20 incorporates Beverly Hills, West financing ran out. Work will West Hollywood bike share sta- Hollywood, Santa Monica and resume on Dec. 5, and the goal is to tions, free of charge. Riders are UCLA. have it open by July 31, 2018. charged a $2 fee to lock their bikes “To achieve one seamless and “I am very excited,” Martorell to any other public bike rack. integrated bike share network, the said. “Mind you, I have been work- An analysis conducted by staff three westside cities concurred that ing on this project for 11 years. I showed that the city’s 50 bike a one fare structure is essential for will be very relieved to finally get photo by Edwin Folven share bicycles are each ridden 0.29 an integrated bike share system,” to the grand opening.” The Thai Community Development Center previously installed statues times per day, compared to 0.27 Kunz and Eros wrote. “Beverly The Thai CDC currently hosts a of the mythical figure Aponsi near the gateways to Thai Town. times per day in West Hollywood, Hills, West Hollywood and Santa farmers market on a plaza at the which has 150 bicycles. Santa Monica adopted the same fare site on Mondays and Thursdays Monica’s 500 bicycles are each structure, and UCLA’s membership from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m., and the called the merchants “micro-entre- Boulevard in Thai Town features ridden an average of 1.79 times per structure varies to attract and retain marketplace will add new cultural preneurs” who will help boost Thai many Thai restaurants, markets day. The station at Wilshire its student population.” offerings. Twelve vendors will sell Town’s economy. and shops. The Thai CDC has Boulevard and Beverly Drive has food inside, offering Thai, “We are shepherding them planted trees and landscaping been the busiest, with 2,406 total Filipino, Chinese and American through all the processes, helping along the boulevard, installed Thai rentals – the number of bikes that Answers From Page 22 cuisine. Outdoor kiosks will sell them generate business so they can statues at both ends of the district have been picked up and dropped handcrafted items made by local move into a new space,” Martorell as gateway markers, created the off – between May 2016 and artisans. said. “Every three to five years, we farmers market, and is currently September 2017. “The kiosks will offer Thai tex- expect to bring in new businesses.” working on other ideas to stimulate Out of all the different plan tiles, ceramics and lacquerware,” Martorell said Los Angeles was the area’s economy. options the city offers, pay-as-you- Martorell said. “We are still a “first point of entry” for members “We are happy to serve as an go has been the most popular, with recruiting vendors. We have of the Thai community when arriv- anchor for economic development 1,622 registrants as of September already recruited the vendors for ing in the United States. The Thai at the gateway to Thai Town and who signed up in the preceding the food inside.” population in Los Angeles is for small businesses in East year and a half, and whose mem- The food vendors have under- approximately 100,000, with Hollywood,” Martorell added. “To berships are currently active. gone entrepreneurial workshops approximately 5,000 living in finally see it all come together and Annual, monthly, student and spe- with the Thai CDC on the basics of Hollywood, she said. the vision realized will be an excit- cial event plans are also available. operating a business. Martorell The stretch of Hollywood ing moment.” With infrastructure improve- Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 27 November 30, 2017

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