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Volume 29 No. 2 Serving the Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities January 10, 2019

Miraclen Mile demonstrators march along Wilshire Another Grassroots group Indivisible is now looking death at ahead to 2020 election       home of

Chanting “this is what democra- cy looks like” and “whose House, Edn Buck our House,” approximately 50 Victim’s name has demonstrators marched two blocks from U.S. Rep. Ted Lieu’s office at not been released yet 5055 Wilshire Blvd. to U.S. Rep.       Karen Bass’ office at 4929 Wilshire Blvd. on Jan. 3 to show Los Angeles County Sheriff’s support for Democratic lawmakers Department homicide detectives on the first day of the 2019 con- are investigating the second gressional session. death in less than two years at The demonstration was orga- the West Hollywood home of nized by Los Angeles-area mem- Ed Buck, a prominent bers of Indivisible, a nationwide Democratic donor. movement of regional groups that Deputies from the West engage in progressive advocacy Hollywood Sheriff’s Station and support political campaigns. and paramedics responded to The demonstrators, primarily from Buck’s home at 1234 N. Laurel the South Bay, which is in Lieu’s Ave. shortly after 1 a.m. on Jan. 33rd Congressional District, con- 7. They found an unidentified gratulated Lieu and Bass for their man unconscious and pro- work in winning back the House of nounced him dead at the scene. photo by Edwin Folven Representatives in the 2018 elec- The cause of the death is tion. Duane Bindschadler, a Venice Demonstrators marched near the offices of U.S. Reps. Ted Lieu and Karen Bass on Jan. 3 to show support for unknown and no arrests have resident who organized the the new Congress that had been sworn in that day. been made, according to a sher- demonstration on behalf on iff’s department press release. Indivisible CA-33, said people “This was a planned event coin- say thank you and let our represen- office are so close,” Bindschadler The Los Angeles County coro- must come together to start plan- ciding with other demonstrations tatives know they have our sup- said. “The goal is to move the pro- ning for the next presidential elec- outside the offices of lawmakers port. It was coincidental because See WeHo page 21 tion. around the country. We wanted to Ted Lieu’s office and Karen Bass’ See House page 21

Third time might be the Beverlyn Hills mixed-use project advances The project is located at 9908 Santa Monica ncharm for 4 a.m.duced it last bar year, limiting bill it to a Vetoed last year, a bill group of cities including Los Blvd., at the former site allowing L.A., WeHo, Angeles, West Hollywood and of the Friars Club Long Beach. It passed the  
  other cities to extend Legislature, but Gov. Jerry nightlife hours returns Brown vetoed the bill, writing that “we have enough mischief  
  The Beverly Hills City Council from midnight to 2 without cleared the way for a zoning adding two more hours of may- change to accommodate a new The effort to keep bars open hem.” mixed-use project at the former until 4 a.m. in several California This year, if the bill is approved site of the Friars Club on Santa cities returns to the Legislature again by the Senate and Monica Boulevard, rejecting an this year, and the debate in Los Assembly, newly sworn-in Gov. appeal by the owners of the near- Angeles over economic benefits Gavin Newsom will have the by Peninsula Hotel over traffic, versus public safety concerns will final say. noise and other potential adverse photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills continue. The complete list of cities effects. When Sen. Scott Wiener (D- Beverly Hills’ general plan does not allow mixed-use projects, requiring included in the bill is Cathedral The proposed four-story project San Francisco) introduced the bill the City Council to make a zoning amendment for the plot of land. City, Coachella, Long Beach, Los would include 25 condominium two years ago, when it would Angeles, Oakland, Palm Springs, units and 13,000 square feet of five members on the city’s become more common for cities have applied to the whole state, it Sacramento, San Francisco, and ground-floor retail space. The Planning Commission, which in the Los Angeles region to revise died in committee. He reintro- See Bar bill page 22 Beverly Hills general plan doesn’t voted 3-2 to recommend approval zoning regulations to allow for currently allow for mixed-use pro- of the project to the City Council. buildings with street-level com- jects, so the project requires a zon- Andy Licht, another member of mercial and multifamily housing ing amendment from the City the Planning Commission, said on floors above. Some neighbor- Council. The applicant is 9908 the proposed project is located in ing cities, such as West Santa Monica Blvd., LLC, repre- “a sleepy part of town [that] needs Hollywood, Los Angeles, Santa sented by Thomas S. Levyn, a reg- some pizzazz,” and it would add Monica and Culver City have istered legislative advocate. It was more options to the local housing rezoned commercial corridors to first filed in 2015. supply. allow for this typology of build- During the council’s Jan. 8 “There aren’t many options in ing.” meeting, the representatives of the Beverly Hills other than beautiful The City Council voted 4-1 to applicant said they’ve followed homes,” he said. “This would be a affirm the Planning Commission’s the city’s feedback and completed great option.” recommendation. Vice Mayor the necessary revisions. But repre- It also has implications for the John Mirisch was the only vote sentatives from the Belvedere identity of Beverly Hills. against it. Hotel Group, which owns the “The proposed change in land “It kind of sends a message that Peninsula, filed an appeal to pre- use from commercial to mixed- there’s no zoning, it’s all about vent the council from making an use would result in lasting money,” he said. amendment to the general plan for changes to the character of this The project has undergone mul- photo by Luke Harold this project. Planning commis- existing commercial corridor,” tiple revisions since it was first If SB 58 passes, local bars and other venues that serve alcohol sioners were also in attendance. read a report from the assistant introduced as a five-story building director of community develop- might be able to stay open as late as 4 a.m. “It’s an area that needs a See Beverly Hills page 22 facelift,” said Alan Block, one of ment. “In recent years it has 2 January 10, 2019 CALENDAR Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Sunday. Tickets are $30. 6476 Santa grand mansions. 126 N. Larchmont Beverly Hills Monica Blvd. (800)838-3006, brown- Blvd. (323)465-1334, chevaliers- papertickets.com. books.com. ChamberJoin the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce for its January Networking Breakfast on Friday, Jan. 11, from 8 to PLB Residents Ivy Bottini book 9:30 a.m. at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills. Meet chamber members, AssociationPark La Brea Residents meeting Association is discussionJoin the city of West Hollywood for a local professionals and community holding its annual meeting on Sunday, WeHo Reads event highlighting the new leaders to collaborate, build business Jan. 13, at noon in the theater at the book “The Liberation of Ivy Bottini, A and learn about what’s happening Park La Brea Activity Center. The Memoir of Love and Activism” on around the city. Admission is $30 for meeting is for Park La Brea residents Wednesday, Jan. 16, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. members; $40 for nonmembers. 9850 only. It will include the election of the in the City Council chambers The event Wilshire Blvd. (310)248-1000, mem- residents association’s board of direc- will feature a conversation between bers.beverlyhillschamber.com. tors, a report of accomplishments in feminist, LGBTQ activist and West 2018 and directions for the coming Hollywood icon Bottini and her biogra- year. The developers of the former pher, Judith V. Branzburg. A book sign- ‘Soul-Crushing Kmart property at Third Street and ing will follow, with books available for Fairfax Avenue will be guest speakers. sale from Book Soup. Admission is free. 475 S. Curson Ave. (323)934-1177. 625 N. San Vicente Blvd. DiscoAnarchy Pictures Ball’ and Gia Paladino pre- weho.org/wehoreads. sent the world premiere of “Soul- Crushing Disco Ball” running from Friday, Jan. 11, through Feb. 24, at the Le Salon de Hudson Backstage Theatre. The play tells the story of two friends from grade MusiquesLe Salon de Musiques presents a concert school who struggle to find the right of its Masters Rediscovered chamber woman for the next three decades. The music series on Sunday, Jan. 13, at 4 cast includes Jae Head (“The Blind p.m. at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Side”), John Brahan and Malcolm Fifth Floor. The concert features works Wise. Showtimes are 8 p.m., Friday and by Pyotr Tchaikovsky, Sergei Saturday; 3 p.m., Sunday. Tickets are Rachmaninoff and Paul Juon. Guests $30. 6539 Santa Monica Blvd. will also enjoy French Champagne and a photo by Julian Mommert (323)960-7822, plays411.com/dis- high tea buffet catered by Patina. Tickets coball. UCLA’s Center for the Art of Performance and Glorya Kaufman Presents are $85; $45 for students. 135 N. Grand Dance at The Music Center will hold the U.S. premiere of Dimitris Ave. (310)498-0257, lesalonde- Papaioannou’s “The Great Tamer” on Friday, Jan. 11, at 8 p.m. at Royce musiques.com. ‘Bending The Hall. Conceived, visualized and directed by Papaioannou, the show takes audiences on a journey through the meaning of life and the mys- Spoon’Santa Monica Playhouse’s Benefit teriousness of death. With innovative choreography and optical illusions, Comedy at Series presents “Bending The Spoon,” performers recall sculptures and paintings of great masters such as a new play by Ken Lay running on Botticelli’s “The Birth of Venus,” Michelangelo’s “David” and “Anatomy BigfootEnjoy an evening Lodge of comedy during Friday, Jan. 11, and Saturday, Jan. 12, at Lesson” by Rembrandt. Tickets start at $29. (310)825-2101, “Night Coffee” on Sunday, Jan. 13, at 8 p.m., and Sunday Jan. 13, at 2 p.m. cap.ucla.edu. Bigfoot Lodge East. The show is hosted The production centers on three gener- by comedians Allen Strickland ations of a family as they prepare to cel- Williams and James Fritz, and pro- ebrate the upcoming birthday of the rummage sale on Saturday, Jan. 12, ning from Saturday, Jan. 12, through duced by Liz Maupin. It features the youngest member. The family is forced from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the north park- Sunday, Feb. 24, at the Dorie Theatre comedy of Nicole Byer, Amy to come to terms with past relation- ing lot at Plummer Park. Participants @ The Complex Theatres in Silverberg, Rory Scovel, Sara Schaefer ships, decisions and actions involving a may sell items from the trunks of their Hollywood. Playwrights Frances and Will Miles. Doors open at 9:30 long-ago tragedy. Tickets are $25; pro- vehicles or in the space remaining in Goodrich and p.m.; show begins at 10 p.m. ceeds support the Santa Monica designated areas. Anyone who has yard Albert Hackett’s Admission is free. 3172 Los Feliz Blvd. Playhouse Benefit Campaign. 1211 sale items to sell is invited to register; production is (323)662-9227, bigfootlodge.com. Fourth St. (310)394-9779 ext. 1. santa- no vendor goods will be permitted. based on the book monicaplayhouse.com. Participants may start setting up at 8 “Anne Frank: The a.m. and cars will not be allowed to Diary of a Young enter the lot after 9 a.m. Sale spaces, Girl.” The cast ArchitectureAuthors Marc Appleton, bookSteve Vaught WeHo ‘Junk in which cover two standard parking also includes and Bret Parsons will sign and discuss spots, are available for $15 and must be Emiliano Torres their book “Roland E. Coate” on the Trunk’ sale reserved in advance. Admission is free (Mr. Frank), Raquenel (Mrs. Van Tuesday, Jan. 15, at 7 p.m. at West Hollywood’s Recreation Services for shoppers. 7377 Santa Monica Blvd. Daan), David Gurrola (Peter Van Daan) Chevalier’s Books. The authors focus Division will host a “Junk in the Trunk” (323)848-6546, weho.org. and Nikki Mejia (Margot). In obser- on the career of Coate, an influential vance of International Holocaust residential architect who designed Remembrance Day on Jan. 27, a ques- homes in Southern California. During a tion and answer session follows the per- career that spanned more than three ‘The Diary of formance with CNN’s Kyung Lah and decades, Coate produced hundreds of Founded 1946 Holocaust survivors Gabriella Karin designs in areas including Hollywood, AnneGenesis Ochoa Frank’ stars as the title charac- and Robert Geminder. Showtimes are 8 Hancock Park, Bel-Air and Pasadena 5150 WILSHIRE BLVD. ter in “The Diary of Anne Frank” run- p.m., Friday and Saturday; 3 p.m., that ranged from quaint bungalows to SUITE 330 P.O. BOX 36036 LOS ANGELES, CA 90036 (323)933-5518 BEVERLY HILLS OFFICE: 8444 WILSHIRE BLVD. 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City Hall tower upgrades, oil well plugging among Beverly Hills projects receiving boosts in funding n “We are probably the envy of Oil well plugging City budget and most cities in the United States to revenue office reported have these types of numbers,” An additional $6 million is Councilwoman Lili Bosse said. required from the city to plug oil another strong year for “We have to be aware of what wells at the Beverly Hills High property, sales taxes we are seeing and we have to be School campus due to “unantici- proactive,” Bosse continued, refer- pated conditions [that have] arisen   
  ring to the economy. making the project more com- The city’s general fund balance plex.” Beverly Hills City Hall tower totals $208 million, about half of rehabilitation, plugging oil wells at which is earmarked as a contin- Unfunded pension liability the Beverly Hills High School gency reserve. Out of an available campus and unfunded pension lia- $27.3 million in available fund The city has $20 million bilities are a few of the budgetary balance, $11.5 has already been reserved in the general fund that priorities the city will undertake for put toward various ongoing needs can be applied to an unfunded lia- the remainder of the 2017-18 fiscal or one-time expenditures. The pro- bility that totaled $266.2 million as photo by Luke Harold year. jects the report highlighted will be of June 2017. Another $3 million Shell improvements and seismic strengthening for the tower portion of The City Council received a funded with $15.5 million general will be added. The city treasurer is report from the budget and revenue fund available balance that leading a committee to provide City Hall will cost approximately $5.5 million. officer outlining the highlights of exceeds the reserves the city must further recommendations about the fiscal year, which included rev- maintain. how to address the unfunded pen- In terms of revenue, sales tax million, to help the city prepare for a enues that “performed strongly sion liability, which is a statewide revenue increased by $1.4 million, recession. again,” such as a 13.9 percent City hall tower rehabilitation issue. and business tax increased by $2.7 The national economy has grown increase in property tax and 12.9 million. A $5.6 million increase in steadily since the recession spurred percent increase in transient occu- Shell improvements and seismic Land acquisition transient occupancy tax revenue by the collapse of the housing market pancy tax. The city has also man- strengthening of the tower portion was attributed to the Waldorf Astoria 10 years ago, and speculation contin- aged its expenditures, spending is estimated to cost $5.5 million, The city will allocate another $4 Hotel, which opened in June 2017. ues as to how much longer that 92.8 percent of what it projected according to the budget and rev- million for potential land acquisi- Council members also mentioned growth will last. services including police, fire, enue officer’s report, and there had tion near the future Purple Line the looming possibility of a reces- “This is a good time for us to community development, public already been $3.5 million avail- site to improve access to the sion. Another $500,000 will be think about doing things prudent- works, and tourism and marketing able for this project. Golden Triangle. added to a budget stabilization ly,” Councilman Robert to cost. reserve, which already had $12.5 Wunderlich said.

Thurmond becomes state supt. of public instructionTony Thurmond, educator and public school parent, took his oath of office as California’s 28th superinten- dent of public instruction Monday, saying that it is an honor to lead the state’s 6.2 million students and over 10,000 schools. He said his own life story under- scored the vital need for all students, regardless of income, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or immi- gration status, to have a first-class education. “I grew up in poverty and without my parents,” he said. “But I was raised by a cousin, an amazing woman, who made certain that I got a great education. That’s what got me where I am today, and that’s what I want for my two daughters and all students. I pledge to devote all my energy, talent, experience, and all the powers of my office to ensure all stu- dents get a great education.” Thurmond, a former assembly- man, was a social worker who worked in nonprofits and in education and served on the West Contra Costa County school board and as a mem- ber of the Richmond City Council. His plan also includes keeping schools safe by reducing gun vio- lence; providing school-based mental and physical health services to ensure that students get the care they need and come to school healthy, alert and ready to learn; expanding access to early education and after-school pro- grams to help reduce the achievement gap; making college and career path- ways accessible to all students; allevi- ating the teacher shortage so that all schools have highly trained and certi- fied teachers; and improving the type of student data available to allow bet- ter research and analysis of student learning. Thurmond is the first Afro-Latino and second African American to hold the position of state superintendent of public instruction. 4 January 10, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

CharterThe founder and school former chief founderpublic funds that theyenters received. plea2013 to payagreement $157,957 for the secu- executive officer of Celerity McFarlane admitted in her plea rity deposit, monthly rent and reno- Educational Group, a Koreatown- agreement that she used public vations at a soundstage and record- based nonprofit company that funds – money that should have ing studio in Canoga Park, which owned and operated charter been spent on educational purposes was rarely used by the Celerity schools, has agreed to plead guilty at Celerity charter schools – for a charter schools. McFarlane pur- to a federal conspiracy charge for variety of personal expenses and sued a proposal to allow a digital- misappropriating approximately improper expenditures. For exam- production company to use the stu- $2.5 million in public education ple, between 2009 and 2013, dio space in exchange for 200,000 funds awarded to several charter McFarlane used credit cards issued shares in the digital-production schools. to Celerity Educational Groups and company, which would have been In a plea agreement filed on Dec. Celerity Global Development to issued to a separate for-profit 21 in United States District Court, make personal purchases, includ- media-production business called Vielka Maritza McFarlane, 56, ing luxury items from shops in The Muse Collective. photo by Edwin Folven agreed to plead guilty to one count Beverly Hills and Tokyo, cus- Once McFarlane pleads guilty, A security guard who shot and killed a man in a Hollywood of conspiracy to misappropriate tomized recumbent bicycles for her she faces a statutory maximum Walgreens is facing a murder charge. and embezzle public funds. and her spouse, and more than penalty of five years in federal McFarlane admitted in the plea $5,000 in leather-making equip- prison for the conspiracy charge. agreement that she used the money ment used by a for-profit company In June 2017, the U.S. Attorney’s to pay for personal expenses, in which McFarlane and her family Office entered into a non-prosecu- including first-class air travel, din- members were partners. McFarlane tion agreement with Celerity Security guard pleads not guilty ing and the purchase of luxury further admitted that she did not Educational Group, now known as goods. The bulk of the misappro- reimburse Celerity Education ISANA Academies, in which priated funds were used to pur- Group or Celerity Global ISANA recognized and acknowl- chase a building for another charter Development for any of the pay- edged the misconduct committed in
  shooting of man at Walgreens Street. Hart was homeless and he school in Ohio. ments described in the plea agree- by McFarlane, agreed to cooperate had been accused of shoplifting. A The defendant founded Celerity ment prior to the government’s fully with the government’s inves- A security guard who allegedly physical altercation ensued and Educational Group in 2004 and criminal investigation. tigation, and agreed to implement shot and killed an unarmed victim Ciota allegedly pulled out his served as its CEO until April 2015. The plea agreement also states certain reforms designed to ensure during an altercation at a firearm and fatally shot Hart in the From April 2012 to April 2017, that from late 2012 to June 2014, that similar conduct does not occur Hollywood Walgreens pleaded back as he ran away, prosecutors McFarlane also was CEO of McFarlane conspired to use again. not guilty to a murder charge on added. Celerity Global Development, a approximately $2.3 million in pub- By entering into the non-prosecu- Jan. 3 and remains in custody on Hart’s family has filed a $525 nonprofit California corporation lic funds – a substantial portion of tion agreement, the U.S. Attorney’s $3 million bail. million lawsuit against that provided management services which came from the United States Office recognized that ISANA is The defendant, Donald Vincent Walgreens. to the Celerity charter schools in Department of Education – award- responsible for educating thousands Ciota II, 28, of Covina, faces one Media reports stated that Ciota exchange for a percentage of the ed to Celerity’s charter schools in of students from underserved neigh- count of murder with a special worked for a security firm hired schools’ revenues. Los Angeles to purchase and reno- borhoods throughout Los Angeles allegation that he used a firearm as by Walgreens and the company According to her plea agree- vate an office building in County, and has demonstrated a a deadly and dangerous weapon. ended ties with the firm after the ment, from July 2009 to April Columbus, Ohio, where she over- strong commitment to its students Authorities said on Dec. 2, shooting. Inquiries to Walgreens 2017, McFarlane and her co-con- saw the founding of a separate and their academic achievement. Ciota confronted the victim, seeking were not returned. spirators falsely certified to federal, charter school. The reforms now implemented by Jonathan Hart, 21, inside a Ciota faces a possible maxi- state and local authorities that they Additionally, McFarlane admit- ISANA should allow it to continue Walgreens at the northwest corner mum sentence of 50 years to life were complying with all rules and ted using public funds awarded to serving its students and communi- of Sunset Boulevard and Vine in state prison if convicted. regulations governing the use of the Celerity charters schools in ties.

Charges filed against four who allegedly targeted immigrants Los Angeles City Attorney Mike of law. Bonilla was previously con- Feuer announced on Jan. 8 that his victed for similar conduct by the office has filed criminal charges Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office involving immigration issues in 2017, and is also alleged to have against four individuals. The violated the terms of that probation. charges include unauthorized law Arraignment for Bonilla will be on practice, grand theft, witness intim- Feb. 13. idation and harassment, and other Additionally, James Balsamo, criminal violations. 53, of Westminster, is charged with “Exploiting or harassing some of witness intimidation and sending our most vulnerable residents will harassing electronic communica- not be tolerated,” Feuer said. “The tions to a former employee. In city attorney’s office will not hesi- 2017, while doing business as Tru tate to take action against those Way Construction, Balsamo who target people on the basis of allegedly hired a Latino day laborer their immigration status.” for six days’ work on a construc- Judith Gil, 65, and her daughter tion project, and subsequently Minerva Gil, 36, both of Los failed to pay the worker. The Angeles, have been charged with unidentified employee filed a claim multiple criminal counts based on with the California Department of their alleged operation of an illegal Industrial Relations and was immigration consulting business awarded $4,917 in back wages and that has preyed upon individuals penalties. seeking residency, asylum and After Balsamo learned about the other forms of legal status in the worker’s claim, he allegedly sent United States. Judith and Minerva multiple threatening texts to the Gil are accused of allegedly charg- victim’s cell phone including a ing clients thousands of dollars for derogatory racial remark. services while offering them poten- Additionally, Balsamo allegedly tially false information and unqual- threatened to have the worker ified legal advice. arrested and deported. To support The criminal complaint against this threat, Balsamo is alleged to Judith Gil includes 17 charges have sent the victim a text message ranging from grand theft and immi- stating, “Trump is coming to gration consultant statute violations town.” A pretrial hearing for to the unauthorized practice of law. Balsamo is scheduled for Feb. 13. Minerva Gil has been charged with The Los Angeles County improperly acting as an immigra- Department of Department of tion consultant and with unautho- Consumer and Business Affairs rized law practice. Arraignment for and the California Department of the Gils is scheduled on March 12. Industrial Relations investigated In a second case, Eddie Rivas the cases, which are being prose- Bonilla, 54, of Los Angeles, has cuted by Deputy City Attorneys been charged with improperly act- Jeremy Berzon, Gina Lee and ing as an immigration consultant Heidi Matz, of the Consumer and and with the unauthorized practice Workplace Protection Unit. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 January 10, 2019

WeHo project brings new Sprouts to Santa Monica Blvd.
  help revitalize the south side of Santa Alkire said a permit for alcohol Monica Boulevard near West Knoll sales in the market is pending. Duran A new Sprouts Market is sched- Drive. added that he is optimistic about the uled to open this spring on Santa “That’s the site of my old gym,” new project. Monica Boulevard at the former site added Duran, who said the Athletic “It’s going to be an enormous ben- of the long-closed Athletic Club West Club West Hollywood was popular in efit for the neighborhood,” Duran Hollywood. the 1990s. “It was vacant for a long said. “This should be an exciting new The three-story project at 8550 time.” site for the Santa Monica Boulevard Santa Monica Blvd. will include The former gym was demolished community.” 25,000 square feet of space for a in 2010 and the Palms Bar, which Sprouts Market and 1,500 square feet was partially located on the site, rendering by DLR Group for a café with outdoor dining. Also closed in 2013 and was demolished The project at 8550 Santa included is a 16,000-square-foot later that year, according to a city staff Monica Blvd. near West Knoll space for The Wing, a New York- report. The site is being developed by Drive will have a Sprouts based co-working firm for women. investor Michael Talla with design Market, office space and café. That will offer conference space, and engineering by DLR Group. It is expected to help reener- booths, showers and areas for net- The building features a contempo- gize the south side of the working. The nearly completed pro- rary exterior design that comple- boulevard. ject will also include rooftop parking ments the pedestrian environment and spaces in an adjacent, pre-exist- and the scale of the street, according ing garage. to information provided by DLR West Hollywood Senior Planner Group. Exterior materials include Jennifer Alkire said the project was board-form concrete, metal rain approved in 2015 and construction screens and custom metal fabrica- has been taking place for months. The tions. Planters will filter rain water city’s Planning Commission from the upper exterior levels and approved the project and it did not vertical landscape green screens will require City Council approval complement the building’s exterior. because there were no appeals or sig- The project also uses high-efficiency nificant opposition, said West buildings systems and water efficient Hollywood Mayor John Duran. He landscaping to reduce energy and believes the new development will water usage.

Beverly Hills celebrates

ChineseBeverly Hills Conference New &Yearbatics performed by the Hebei Visitors Bureau, in partnership with Acrobatic Troupe. Beijing Association for Culture “We always look forward to this Exchange, Tianjin Association for time of year when we pay special Cultural Exchange and Hebei tribute to our Chinese friends,” Association for Cultural Exchange, Beverly Hills Mayor Julian Gold with the support of the Chinese said. Consulate of Los Angeles, will host In addition to the variety show, a its eighth annual Chinese New Year "Charming Jing-Jin-Ji" photo exhi- celebration at the Saban Theatre on bition will be on display in the lobby Jan. 26. for guests to experience that will The event will showcase 14 tradi- introduce the Spring Festival cul- tional acts. Performance highlights ture, folk customs as well as eco- include Chinese Peking Opera and nomic and social development in Peking Opera Fashion Show per- Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei formed by the Beijing Liangxiang Province. Culture, Chinese folk dance per- The variety show is curated by formed by the Beijing Song and Director Rongqi Wang, famous for Dance Troupe; Chinese martial arts his work on major national cultural performed by the Tianjin Wushu activities throughout China. Regiment; folk music performed by For information and tickets, visit the Tianjin Folk Orchestra and acro- lovebeverlyhills.com/pig.

Governor swears in Justice Groban of L.A. to state Supreme Court Gov. Jerry Brown swore LLP from 1999 to 2005. Groban in Justice Joshua Groban to the served as a law clerk for the California Supreme Court in Honorable William C. Conner at Sacramento, at a ceremony joined the U.S. District Court, Southern by Chief Justice Tani Cantil- District of New York from 1998-99. Sakauye and other judicial and state He has been a lecturer in state officials. appellate practice at the University Groban’s nomination to the court of California, Los Angeles School was unanimously confirmed by the of Law since 2015. Groban earned Commission on Judicial a Juris Doctor degree from Harvard Appointments on Dec. 21. As Law School, where he graduated senior advisor to the governor, cum laude and a Bachelor of Arts Groban, 45, of Los Angeles, over- degree from Stanford University, saw the appointment of 644 judges where he graduated with honors throughout the state since 2011. and distinction. These appointments have been Brown also released the final lauded as the most diverse in the applicant and appointee data for the state’s history. administration’s judicial appoint- Groban also advised the gover- ments. Since taking office in 2011, nor in high-profile litigation and Brown has appointed 644 judges, policy issues involving education, including 193 from 2018 through the judiciary, criminal justice, Jan. 2. national security and constitutional Last year, women accounted for interpretation. He was legal counsel more than half of Brown’s judicial for the Jerry Brown for Governor appointees and nearly 6 percent of Campaign in 2010 and an attorney all appointees identified themselves at Munger, Tolles and Olson LLP as LGBT. Forty-one percent of all from 2005-10 and at Paul, Weiss, appointees identified themselves as Rifkind, Wharton and Garrison non-white or other/unknown. 6 January 10, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

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NomineesAmerican Cinema Editors, announced the be presided overfor byACE ACE Eddiebest edited feature Awards film (drama) honorary society of the world’s President Stephen Rivkin. category. top film editors, announced nom- Final ballots are open from Jan. Best edited feature film (come- inations for the 69th annual ACE 11-21. dy) nominees are Myron Kerstein Eddie Awards recognizing out- Nominees for the annual ACE of “Crazy Rich Asians”; Craig standing editing in 11 categories Eddie Awards include Barry Alpert, Elisabet Ronaldsdottir and of film, television and documen- Alexander Brown of Dirk Westervelt of “Deadpool 2”; taries. “BlacKkKlansman,” John Yorgos Mavropsaridis of “The Winners will be revealed dur- Ottman of “Bohemian Favourite”; Patrick J. Don Vito of ing ACE’s annual black-tie Rhapsody,” Tom Cross of “First “Green Book”; and Hank Corwin awards ceremony on Friday, Feb. Man,” Alfonso Cuaron and Adam of “Vice.” 1, in the International Ballroom of Gough of “Roma,” and Jay For the compete list of nomi- the Beverly Hilton Hotel and will Cassidy of “A Star is Born” in the nees, visit

BrownleyU.S. Rep. Julia introduces Brownley (D- restore bill democracy for same-day gets underway. allowedvoter in registration her home state of photo by Luke Harold Westlake Village) introduced her Currently, 17 states plus the California. first bill of the 116th Congress. District of Columbia permit same- “High participation in our elec- The Same Day Registration Act, day voter registration, which tions ensures representation that legislation that would require all allows any qualified resident of works for the people, not special County clerk holding series of Vote states to allow same-day voter the state to register to vote and interests,” Brownley said. “Same- registration for all federal elec- cast a ballot on the same day. day voter registration is one of the tions. Brownley’s legislation would most effective tools for increasing Center Placement Project meetings Brownley’s legislation was require every state to enact same- voter turnout, which means better The city of West Hollywood is There are two upcoming Vote introduced as the new House day voter registration for all feder- representation for everyday getting the word out that the Los Center Placement Project meetings Democratic Majority’s effort to al elections, similar to the process Americans.” Angeles county clerk is hosting a in the vicinity of the city of West series of Vote Center Placement Hollywood. The first meeting will Project community meetings take place on Friday, Jan. 11, from throughout January 2019. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at United Cerebral Organizers are inviting commu- Palsy of Los Angeles, located at Producers Guild names nominees for annual awards nity members in areas across the 6110 Washington Blvd. in Culver The Producers Guild of America (Visionary Award), and Jane Fonda Foreign Press Association, and region to help identify potential City. The second meeting will take (PGA) announced today motion (Stanley Kramer Award). the Television Academy. In 1990, Vote Center locations for the March place on Saturday, Jan. 12, from picture and television nominations The 2019 Producers Guild the PGA held the first-ever 2020 presidential primary election 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Beverly for the 30th Annual Producers Guild Awards Co-Chairs are Donald De Golden Laurel Awards, which and beyond. Hills Public Library Auditorium, Awards presented by Cadillac. All Line and Amy Pascal. Cadillac is were renamed the Producers In 2020, Los Angeles County located at 444 N. Rexford Drive. 2019 Producers Guild Awards win- the presenting sponsor of the event, Guild Awards in 2002. will transition from polling places The Beverly Hills meeting will ners will be announced on Saturday, Delta Air Lines is the sponsor of the Nominees include “Black to vote centers. This new model include Russian language assis- Jan. 19 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel Visionary Award, and GreenSlate Panther” and “A Star is Born” for will allow voters to cast a ballot at tance and translated meeting mate- in Los Angeles. is the sponsor of the cocktail outstanding producer of theatrical any vote center location in the rials. At this month’s event, the reception. motion pictures, “RBG” and county over an 11-day period. The The meetings are free and open Producers Guild will also present The nominees for the “Won’t You Be My Neighbor” in Vote Center Placement Project’s to the public. For additional infor- special honors to Toby Emmerich Producers Guild Awards are the category for documentary core mission is to identify and place mation about the county clerk’s (Milestone Award), Kevin Feige widely regarded as indicators of motion pictures, and “Dr. Seuss’ accessible and convenient vote cen- Vote Center Placement Project, (David O. Selznick Achievement eligibility for producing honors The Grinch” and “Incredibles 2” in ter locations throughout Los visit vsap.lavote.net/vote-center- Award in Theatrical Motion given by the Academy of Motion the animated theatrical motion pic- Angeles County. placement-project. Pictures), Amy Sherman-Palladino Picture Arts and Sciences, the tures category. (Norman Lear Achievement Award British Academy of Film and For information, visit producers- in Television), Kenya Barris Television, the Hollywood guild.org. Fountain Theatre announces 2019-20 season n California premiere of “Daniel’s Lineup includes Husband” by Michael McKeever; series of shows making the California premiere of “Hannah and the Dread Gazebo” their L.A., California or by Jiehae Park; the Los Angeles world premieres premiere of the 2015 Pulitzer Prize for Drama-winning The Fountain Theatre has “Between Riverside and Crazy” announced a 2019-20 season of by Stephen Adly Guirgis; the vibrant, thought-provoking, fresh world premiere of “Jane Doe” by and funny new work by a diverse Stephen Sachs; and the Los group of playwrights, each of Angeles premiere of “If I Forget” whom explores important social by Steven Levenson. and cultural issues from a wholly In addition, the Fountain will unique perspective. continue to offer its acclaimed Over the course of 16 months, Forever Flamenco dance series the company will offer up a series every month. of Los Angeles, California, First up is “Hype Man,” run- Southern California, West Coast ning from Feb. 23 to April 14. and world premieres that tackle Show times will be Fridays at 8 questions of politics, racism, gun p.m., Saturdays at 2 and 8 p.m., control, human rights, cultural Sundays at 2 p.m., and Mondays identity and more. at 8 p.m. “Our 2019-20 season is our In Goodwin’s “breakbeat play,” most ambitious ever,” said a diverse hip-hop trio is on the Stephen Sachs, Fountain co-artis- verge of making it big on national tic director. “It perfectly reflects TV when a police shooting of a who and what we are as a theater black teen shakes the band to its organization. It’s a season of core, forcing them to confront diversity, a rich mixture of new questions of race, gender, privi- plays representing a wide variety lege and when to use artistic of communities. Our goal is for expression as an act of social Los Angeles to see itself on our protest. stage, and this season certainly The production won the 2018 offers that.” Elliot Norton Award, and is The season opens in February, directed by Deena Selenow. and extends to Spring 2020 with The Fountain Theatre is locat- six productions: the West Coast ed at 5060 Fountain Ave. premiere of “Hype Man” by Idris For information, visit foun- Goodwin; the Southern taintheatre.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 January 10, 2019

Schiff sworn in for 10th term in House n passed legislation to do that as our leagues, I intend to advocate for The congressman first act of the Congress.” legislation that puts people first by takes over as chair of Schiff will continue representing increasing incomes, and expanding the 28th District in Congress. The affordable health care. I also intend the House Intelligence district stretches from West to push forward local initiatives that Committee Hollywood and Hollywood to La improve the quality of life in our Cañada-Flintridge and Pasadena. region, including expanding open Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Burbank) Prior to serving in the House of space through the creation of the was sworn into Congress on Jan. 3 Representatives, Schiff completed a Rim of the Valley National for his 10th term, serving four-year term as state senator for Recreation Area, building the California’s 28th Congressional California’s 21st State Senate Earthquake Early Warning System District. District, chairing the Judiciary for the West Coast, reducing heli- “I am deeply grateful for the Committee, Senate Select copter and airplane noise, and much opportunity to continue to represent Committee on Juvenile Justice and more. California’s 28th in Washington for the Joint Committee on the Arts. Schiff added that he is also eager the next two years. A great deal of Before his time in the state to begin work as ranking member work lies ahead of us, but I am Legislature, Schiff served with the of the House Permanent Select motivated by the trust my con- U.S. Attorney’s Office in Los Committee on Intelligence. stituents have placed in me to Angeles for six years. “I will do my part to support and advance their priorities in our “The American people entrusted conduct vital oversight of the photo courtesy of Congressman Adam Schiff’s office nation’s capitol,” Schiff said. “Our a new majority in the House with a Trump administration, and to first task is to reopen the govern- great responsibility to put forward a restore Congress as a co-equal House Speaker Nancy Pelosi administered the oath of office to ment and bring an end to the presi- positive agenda for the nation,” branch of government,” Schiff said. Congressman Adam Schiff on Jan. 3 at the beginning of his 10th term in dent’s decision to shut it down. We Schiff said. “Along with my col- “Let’s get to work.” Congress.

L.A. superior court judges named Outgoing Gov. Jerry Brown ney at the U.S. attorney’s office, LieuU.S. Rep. swornTed Lieu (D-Torrance) intorepresenting third theterm people in of Congressprotection of our democratic insti- announced the appointment of 12 Northern District of California, was sworn into his third term in California’s 33rd district. It has tutions. I’ll fight to address climate California superior court judges, from 1989 to 2001, where she Congress last week. been the honor of a lifetime to rep- change, protect the cybersecurity of which include five in Los Angeles served as chief and deputy chief of Lieu, a veteran, was first elected resent our community in Congress, consumers, address homelessness County. the Civil Division. She served as a in 2014 and has served California’s and champion issues of critical in our communities, and restore Maria Cavalluzzi, 55, of Los trial attorney at the U.S. 33rd Congressional District. In the importance to my constituents. I’m faith in America around the globe,” Angeles, has been managing attor- Department of Justice, Torts 116th Congress, Lieu will sit on the thankful for the chance to continue Lieu said. “Central to the House’s ney and a trial lawyer at the Law Branch, Civil Division from 1982- House Judiciary and the House to represent the best district in the role in government is empowering Offices of Cavalluzzi and 89 and as a law clerk for the Foreign Affairs committees. He country.” the people we represent. We as the Cavalluzzi since 2001. She was a Honorable Barrington D. Parker at will also serve in House Leadership The congressman said the newly new majority are committed to sole practitioner from 1999 to 2001 the U.S. District Court for the as a Democratic Policy and sworn-in House is “a chance to set doing just that. I look forward to and served as a deputy public District of Columbia from 1981- Communications Committee co- a new course.” working with and hearing from my defender at the Los Angeles 82. Killefer is a Democrat. chair. “In the 116th Congress, we’ll constituents as their representative County public defender’s office Pamela M. Villanueva, 50, of “Change is coming,” Lieu said in have a lot on our plates but, no mat- and from broader swaths of the from 1988 to 1999. She served as a Los Angeles, has served as a a statement. “For me, it’s the begin- ter the issue, I will continue to country as DPCC co-chair in House deputy district attorney at the Los deputy public defender at the Los ning of my third term in Congress champion the rule of law and the Leadership.” Angeles County district attorney’s Angeles County public defender’s office from 1987-88. Cavalluzzi is office since 1995 and was a deputy registered without party preference. public defender at the Orange Jennifer H. Cops, 41, of Long County public defender’s office in Beach, has served as a deputy dis- 1995. Villanueva is a Democrat. trict attorney at the Los Angeles David Yaroslavsky, 36, of Los County district attorney’s office Angeles, has served as a deputy since 2007. She was an associate at district attorney at the Los Angeles Lawrence, Beach, Allen and Choi County district attorney’s office from 2005-07. Cops is a Democrat. since 2012. He was an associate at Gail Killefer, 65, of Los Angeles, Latham & Watkins LLP from has served as director of the 2007-12. Yaroslavsky earned a Alternative Dispute Resolution Juris Doctor degree from the New Program at the U.S. District Court, York University School of Law Central District of California, since and a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2010. She was a sole practitioner the University of California, and adjunct professor at the Berkeley. Yaroslavsky is a University of California, Hastings Democrat. College of the Law from 2001-10. The compensation for each posi- Killefer was an assistant U.S. attor- tion is $207,424. 8 January 10, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Metro offers updates about subway project work Metro is offering updates on con- be closed intermittently just north Sycamore and Mansfield avenues struction of the Purple Line of Wilshire Boulevard, Monday to to support deliveries. The closures Extension subway project along Friday from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., and are anticipated to occur one or two Wilshire Boulevard. Saturday from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. times per week, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 Near Wilshire Boulevard and Access to businesses will be main- p.m., Monday through Friday, and Western Avenue, excavation, con- tained and a pedestrian detour has 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday and crete work and street maintenance been installed. Sunday. are ongoing. Intermittent lane Near Wilshire Boulevard and La Also through Jan. 25, through reductions, turn restrictions and Brea Avenue, tunneling support traffic and left turns from Sycamore sidewalk closures are anticipated continues at staging yards near the Avenue will be restricted intermit- between Western Avenue and intersection, and from a staging area tently at Wilshire Boulevard to sup- Manhattan Place. The sidewalk in the middle of Wilshire Boulevard port deliveries to the center opening along the north side of Wilshire just east of Sycamore Avenue. work zone. Anticipated work hours Boulevard is closed between Through Friday, Jan. 25, eastbound are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. to 6 photo by Edwin Folven Manhattan Place and Western Wilshire Boulevard will be intermit- a.m., Monday through Friday, and 7 Construction continues at a Metro staging yard near Wilshire Boulevard Avenue, and Manhattan Place will tently reduced to one lane between a.m. to 11 p.m. on weekends. The and Ogden Drive for the future Wilshire/Fairfax subway station. restrictions are necessary for the pouring of concrete walls at the Wilshire/La Brea Station. Near Wilshire and La Cienega Additionally, instrumentation Excavation and hauling remain boulevards, excavation, hauling, work is ongoing near Wilshire and ongoing near Wilshire Boulevard instrumentation and street restora- La Cienega boulevards. ‘Lake Las Palmas’ forms and Fairfax Avenue. Ogden Drive tion are ongoing. North Gale Drive Intermittent lane closures and turn will be closed intermittently at will be intermittently closed to sup- restrictions may be in place during Wilshire Boulevard from 7 a.m. to port excavation in the Gale staging non-rush hour periods from 9 a.m. off Beverly Boulevard 11 p.m. for hauling. Intermittent yard. Work hours in January may be to 4 p.m. single lane closures may also be in increased to Monday through For questions and concerns, call place to support deck panel mainte- Friday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., and the 24-hour project hotline at nance. Anticipated work hours are Saturday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (213)922-6934, email the project Monday through Friday, from 7 Access to Gale Drive will be main- team at [email protected] or p.m. to 6 a.m. tained from San Vicente Boulevard. visit metro.net.

photo by Tom LaBonge Rain that fell overnight between Jan. 5-6 caused minor flooding near Beverly Boulevard and Las Palmas Avenue, creating what former Los Angeles City Councilman Tom LaBonge called “Lake Las Palmas.” The puddles created an idyllic scene as the clouds parted, LaBonge said. The lake didn’t last long, however, as city crews arrived soon and unclogged a curbside drain, allowing the water to dissipate. More rain may fall in the Los Angeles area early next week.

District looks for new strategies toFacing meet fiscal pressures mounting caused by thefinancial financial and organizationalneeds the underfunding of California’s future of public education in Los public schools, the Los Angeles Angeles,” Schmerelson said. “As a Unified School District Board of board member and former Los Education took steps on Jan. 8 to Angeles Unified educator, I am boost revenue for district and certain that we cannot adequately directed the superintendent to cre- provide for the needs of our chil- ate a three-year enterprise plan to dren by simply cutting services and bring in more money. programs. I introduced this mea- The resolution was introduced sure to ensure that we identify and by school board members Scott M. pursue every possible source of Schmerelson and Dr. George J. additional revenue for our schools. McKenna III, and co-sponsored by Our kids deserve no less.” Vice President Nick Melvoin and “There is tremendous value in board member Kelly Gonez. It making critical decisions in a notes that the LAUSD faces a thoughtful and judicious way,” structural budget deficit that McKenna said. “We want to look at requires it to cut costs and generate all options for solutions to manag- additional revenue. The resolution ing the fiscal position of the dis- sets a March 18 deadline for creat- trict, including revenue generation, ing a plan that could include parcel cost controls and strategic plan- tax and school bond measures, as ning. It is our hope that this direc- well as strategies for increasing tive will help us make smart deci- enrollment. sions to this complex challenge.” “We recognize that Los Angeles “This board has long called for Unified needs more resources, and an increase in education invest- this resolution confirms our com- ments through numerous resolu- mitment to work with families, tions and ongoing advocacy efforts labor partners, and the communi- in both Sacramento and ties we serve to achieve this,” Washington, D.C.,” Melvoin LAUSD Superintendent Austin added. “We strengthened our com- Beutner said. mitment to generate more revenue “As a board, we are soon going for our schools so we can put more to be asked to make profound and money into classrooms where it far-reaching decisions regarding belongs.” Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 January 10, 2019

serve as a director – to run the Prosecutions; Kellyjean Chun, Bureau of Specialized Prosecutions, director of the Bureau of and Carol Burke to serve as director Prosecution Support Operations; LaceyLos Angeles introduces County District nearly new 1,000 attorneys,executive 300 peace teamoversees administration, members and Chief of the Bureau of Branch and Area James Garrison, director of the Attorney Jackie Lacey has officers and 800 support staff mem- John J. Neu, who leads the Bureau Operations, Region I. The legal Bureau of Central Operations; and announced a new executive man- bers. of Investigation. management team also includes Gina Satriano, director of the agement team that will work along- Also promoted were Sergio Lacey additionally promoted Scott Goodwin, director of the Bureau of Branch & Area side her to attain the goals of her Gonzalez and Victoria Adams. As Maria Ramirez – the first Latina to Bureau of Fraud and Corruption Operations, Region II. administration and maintain the the newly appointed assistant dis- office’s standing as a national trict attorney of line operations, leader among prosecutorial agen- Gonzalez will manage 700 prosecu- cies. tors who staff the downtown crimi- In assembling her new team, nal courts, 12 branch courthouses CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD Lacey focused on the leadership and eight area offices. and expertise demonstrated by each Adams, the new assistant district person and the diversity within her attorney of special operations, will PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE office. manage 300 deputy district attor- “My newest executives will con- neys who prosecute some of the NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood City Council will hold a tinue to provide strong leadership to county’s most complex and notori- Public Hearing to consider the following item: safeguard the public’s trust as we ous crimes involving fraud, corrup- prosecute violent crime and manage tion, gang violence, child abuse and LOCATIONS: VARIOUS ZONE TEXT AMENDMENTS, the nation’s largest local prosecuto- human trafficking. West Hollywood, California. rial office,” Lacey said. “Besides The promotions, which became their dedication to public safety and effective Jan. 2, follow the retire- high ethical standards, these indi- ments of two prominent members REQUEST: Amendments to various portions of the West Hollywood viduals also represent the rich diver- of the district attorney’s executive Zoning Ordinance and other portions of the West sity of the people who we serve.” management team: Chief Deputy Hollywood Municipal code, to adopt regulations regard- Lacey promoted Joseph P. District Attorney John Spillane and ing water efficient landscaping; bicycle parking and relat- Esposito to chief deputy district Assistant District Attorney William ed facilities; public noticing; clarification of affordable attorney, the second-highest ranking Hodgman. position in the office. Esposito will The executive management team housing fees; and clean-up of Department and Director manage day-to-day operations, also includes Assistant District names. including supervision of the office’s Attorney Pamela K. Booth, who PERMIT(S): Zone Text Amendments, and any other required permits.

APPLICANT(S): City of West Hollywood

TIME/PLACE Tuesday, January 22, 2019 OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. West Hollywood Park Public Meeting Room – Council Chambers 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard West Hollywood, CA 90069

ZONES: Various zones, Citywide

ENVIRONMENTAL photo courtesy of the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office STATUS: Statutorily exempt from the provision of the California Los Angeles County District Attorney Jackie Lacey has announced pro- Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section motions aimed at maintaining the office’s standing as a national leader. §15061 (Review for Exemption).

The staff report will be available on Wednesday, January 16, 2019, at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Feuer targets Weather Channel app Boulevard, and on-line at www.weho.org for alleged deceptive use of data IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only Los Angeles City Attorney Mike believe that their location data would those issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in Feuer has filed suit against TWC only be used to provide them with Product and Technology, LLC, the “personalized local weather data, this notice, or in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood operator of The Weather Channel alerts and forecasts.” City Council, via the Planning and Development Services Department at, or smart phone app, for allegedly Instead, TWC allegedly sends the prior to, the Public Hearing. covertly taking the private data of information to affiliates of its parent users and selling the information to company, IBM, and other third par- To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, Assistive Listening third parties, including advertisers. ties for advertising and commercial Devices (ALD) will be available for checkout at the meeting. If you require “If the cost of a weather forecast purposes unrelated to the weather. will be the sacrifice of deeply private The location data could be used to special assistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the hearing information – like precisely where determine users’ daily habits, con- impaired), you must call, or submit your request in writing to the Office of the we are, day and night – it must be sumer preferences and identities. City Clerk at (323) 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The City clear, in advance” Feuer said. “But The information was allegedly used TDD line for the hearing impaired is (323) 848-6496. we allege TWC elevates corporate for targeted advertisements by at profits over users’ privacy, mislead- least a dozen third party websites ing them into allowing their move- over the past 19 months based on Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., transportation) may be provid- ments to be tracked, 24/7. We’re locations users frequent, and has ed upon written request to the Office of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior acting to stop this alleged deceit.” allegedly been used by hedge funds to the meeting. For information on public transportation, call 1-323-GO- The Weather Channel App is a interested in analyzing consumer METRO (323/466-3876) or go to www.metro.net mobile phone application that pro- behavior. vides users with real-time weather TWC also allegedly intentionally ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said Public Hearing to information, forecasts and other obscures information regarding its information. It was the most down- uses of geolocation data within its express their opinion in this matter. loaded weather application from 10,000-word privacy policy. 2014 to 2017. Because of this, TWC allegedly is For further information contact Rachel Dimond, AICP, Senior Planner, in the “This case goes to the core of one able to convince approximately 80 Planning and Development Services Department at (323) 848-6475, or via of today’s most fundamental issues,” percent of The Weather Channel email at: [email protected] Feuer added. “How do we maintain App’s users to grant access to geolo- our privacy in the digital age? We cation data. TWC collects more than believe Americans must have the one billion pieces of location data Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk facts before giving away our most per week based on user locations. personal information.” The lawsuit seeks an injunction The complaint alleges that TWC prohibiting TWC from continuing used the geolocation tracking tech- to engage in allegedly unfair and Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении проекта. Для дополни- nology present in the app to monitor fraudulent business activities, where users live, work and visit, as including deceptively collecting and тельной информации на русском языке звоните: 323-848- well as how much time users spend selling personal data, as well as civil 6826. at each location. The complaint fur- penalties up to $2,500 for each vio- ther alleges that TWC led its users to lation. 10 January 10, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Cedars doctor leads global college of surgeons Dr. Andrew Klein, the Cedars- Sinai Esther and Mark Schulman chair in surgery and transplantation medicine, has taken on a new role as president of the International College of Surgeons, U.S. Section. A pioneer in transplantation surgery and research, Klein is the director of the Comprehensive Transplant Center at Cedars-Sinai, where he also serves as professor of surgery. “The International College of Surgeons is fortunate to have such an accomplished and thoughtful physician at the helm during this transformative time for healthcare,” said Bruce Gewertz, the Harriet and photo courtesy of Cedars-Sinai Steven Nichols distinguished chair Dr. Andrew Klein stepped into the presidency of the International College photo by Tom LaBonge in surgery. “For more than three decades, Dr. Klein has played a key of Surgeons, U.S. Section, on Jan. 1, 2019. leadership role in the national trans- plant arena by spearheading the liver transplantation, hepatobiliary retary, treasurer and vice president. development of national policies surgery and surgery for complica- In his new role as president, one for equitable allocation of donor tions of portal hypertension, or high of Klein’s priorities is to help WWII vet and Windsor Square organs. His excellence in patient blood pressure in the vein that car- underserved communities through care and extensive track record of ries blood from the intestines to the the International College of global advocacy on behalf of trans- liver. He has authored or co- Surgeons’ global outreach efforts. residentFirefighters from celebrates Fire Station sion 98thof Normandy. birthday Former Los plant surgery make him uniquely authored more than 150 original “I am honored to continue to play 29 visited longtime Windsor Angeles City Councilman Tom qualified for this role.” manuscripts and 29 chapters, and a leadership role in ICS’s growth,” Square resident and World War LaBonge joined Rice on his The International College of has lectured extensively in North Klein said. “We are now develop- II pilot Bud Rice (seated, left) birthday and said he visits him Surgeons is a global federation of America, Asia and Europe. ing a task force that will collate the on Jan. 8 to celebrate his 98th weekly. Rice is friends with the general surgeons and surgical spe- A fellow of the American critical elements required for suc- birthday. Rice flew during D- LaBonge family and they have cialists founded in Geneva, College of Surgeons, Klein also is a cessful international surgical mis- Day in 1944 as a member of the known each other for years. Switzerland, in 1935. It has approx- former chairman of the United sions, leveraging the experience, U.S. Army Air Corps. He was a “He is a real American hero,” imately 60 organized national sec- Network of Organ Sharing Liver resources, logistical support and member of the 37th Squadron, LaBonge said. “He always tions around the world and 5,000 and Intestinal Transplantation contacts of like-minded groups.” 316th Troop Carrier Group. speaks first about those who members in more than 100 coun- Committee and was elected secre- Klein earned his medical degree At the controls of a C-47 didn’t make it. He’s loved by tries. Based in Chicago, the U.S. tary of the network in 2004. Since from Johns Hopkins School of Skytrain, Rice brought troops everyone in the neighborhood. Section is the largest of the national 2012, he has served in various lead- Medicine, where he also completed over the English Channel for a To know Mr. Rice is very spe- sections. ership roles with the International internships and residencies. For parachute drop during the inva- cial.” Klein’s clinical interests focus on College of Surgeons, including sec- information, visit cedars-sinai.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 January 10, 2019

CityLos Angeles launches Mayor Eric Garcetti seismic ShakeAlertLAFoundation in 2017. app recently announced the launch of “We created the “Earthquakes are a fact of life in ShakeAlertLA, the nation’s first ShakeAlertLA app Los Angeles, a challenge we’ll publicly available earthquake early because getting a always have to face. That’s why warning mobile application. early earthquake warnings must also “Angelenos should have every few seconds’ be a fact of life on our phones and on chance to protect themselves and heads-up can make our tablets the very moment they’re their families when there’s a major a big difference if available,” Annenberg Foundation earthquake,” Garcetti said. “We cre- Chair, President and CEO Wallis ated the ShakeAlertLA app because you need to pull to Annenberg said. “The getting a few seconds’ heads-up can the side of the road, ShakeAlertLA app is an extraordi- make a big difference if you need to get out of an nary breakthrough, an early warning pull to the side of the road, get out of system that’s literally at our finger- an elevator, or drop, cover and hold elevator, or drop, tips. In a natural disaster, one extra on.” cover and hold on.” second can save a life, and this app Park Labrea News/Beverly Press file photo ShakeAlertLA is a pilot project, can provide that. I’m proud to sup- Hundreds of volunteers are expected to participate in Big Sunday’s in collaboration with the U.S. -Mayor Eric Garcetti port it, and I urge every Angeleno to annual MLK Day clothing drive and community breakfast. Geological Survey, AT&T and the download and use it to help keep us Annenberg Foundation, to combine safe and secure when an earthquake the USGS ShakeAlert earthquake oped cell phone app,” USGS strikes.” early warning sensor network with Director James Reilly said. “What ShakeAlertLA was designed to be mobile app technology. By expand- we learn from this expanded pilot in open source to share technical know- ing public use, the city of Los L.A. will be applied to benefit the how and increase adoption by other Clothing, volunteers sought for Angeles and its partners will be entire current and future ShakeAlert cities, counties and states. “The closely monitoring the system.” launch of the ShakeAlertLA App is ShakeAlertLA app to continue to Following a competitive RFP another major milestone in the effort improve its functionality and identi- process in 2017, AT&T was select- to build and deploy an earthquake BigBig Sunday Sunday’s is collecting items MLKSunday Day gave away event over 50,000 fy opportunities for further techno- ed as the best company to develop early warning system,” for its annual MLK Day Clothing articles of clothing to more than logical development. The L.A.- the ShakeAlertLA app. Congressman Adam Schiff (D- Collection and Community four dozen organizations. based pilot is a crucial step towards “ShakeAlertLA brings together a Burbank) said. “By downloading Breakfast on Monday, Jan. 21, in The event will also feature arts delivering ShakeAlerts to the entire wealth of information that is easy- this app on their phones, Angelenos Hollywood. and crafts, entertainment by the West Coast. to-access and user-friendly for con- will be able to receive a warning Clothes are needed for disad- Blue Breeze Band and breakfast. The application launched on the sumers,” AT&T California before the shaking starts, saving lives vantaged individuals and fami- The MLK Day observances also Apple and Google Play stores on President Rhonda Johnson said. when the ‘big one’ hits. I’ve been lies, including apparel for men, highlights Big Sunday’s Dec. 31, following more than a “Mobile technology is being used proud to work with my congression- women, boys and girls of all ages Something in Common Project, decade of research and develop- more to provide fast, available al colleagues to secure over $45 mil- and sizes. New and gently used which introduces strangers who ment led by the USGS. The app has information. We’re very proud to be lion to date in federal funding to work clothes, casual clothes, are volunteering for photographs undergone extensive testing and has working alongside Mayor Garcetti build the system, but the effort could warm clothes, coats and athletic taken together. shown promising results. and his team to build a robust solu- not be successful without great local wear is being accepted. New “In these divisive times, we’re “The city of L.A. is an important tion designed to help improve pub- partners, and I congratulate Mayor socks and underwear are particu- especially looking forward to ShakeAlert partner, undertaking the lic safety in Los Angeles.” Garcetti and the city of Los Angeles larly needed. MLK Day this year,” Big Sunday nation’s first test of delivering ShakeAlertLA was also made for their leadership on this issue.” Big Sunday will hold its annu- found David Levin said “We USGS-generated ShakeAlerts to a possible by a generous $260,000 For information, visit al MLK Day Clothing Collection can’t think of a better occasion large population using a city-devel- grant from the Annenberg shakealert.org. & Community Breakfast on Jan. for people of all ages, back- 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 6111 grounds and beliefs to be work- Melrose Ave. Volunteers are ing together for a common cause. needed to help sort, count, fold We like to think it’s what Dr. and pack the donated clothing to King worked so hard for.” prepare it for delivery to nonprof- For information, visit bigsun- it recipients. Last year, Big day.org.

Former governor makes final appointmentsPrior to leaving office, former beforeof Psychiatry term at Cedars-Sinaiends Gov. Jerry Brown announced final Medical Center since 2012, where appointments to state boards and he has held multiple positions since commissions. 2007, including director for the They included Jacqueline Addiction Psychiatry Clinical Sunshine, 30, of West Hollywood, Services and as associate director who has been appointed to the for the Addiction Psychiatry California Film Commission. Fellowship. Danovitch is also past Sunshine has been manager of president of the California Society development at E! Entertainment of Addiction Medicine, a distin- since 2017. The position does not guished fellow of the American require Senate confirmation and Society of Addiction Medicine and there is no compensation. a fellow of the American Additionally, Keyondria D. Psychiatric Association. Positions Bunch and Itai Danovitch, both of on the Mental Health Services Los Angeles, were appointed to the Oversight and Accountability Mental Health Services Oversight Commission do not require Senate and Accountability Commission. confirmation and there is no com- Bunch, 41, has served on the com- pensation. mission since 2017 and has been a LaWanda Hawkins, 59, of Los clinical psychologist for the Angeles, has been appointed to the Emergency Outreach and Triage Racial and Identity Profiling Division at the Los Angeles County Advisory Board. She is founder of Department of Mental Health since Justice for Murdered Children and 2016. She was an adjunct lecturer at has been director since 1996. The Antioch University in 2015 and a position does not require Senate guest lecturer at The HELP Group confirmation and there is no com- in 2007. Bunch was also a staff psy- pensation. chologist at Children’s Institute Inc. Lastly, Jonathan J. “Jay” Sures, from 2007 to 2008, a behavioral 51, of Los Angeles, has been therapist at the Beautiful Minds appointed to the University of Center for Autism from 2005 to California Board of Regents. Sures 2006, and held multiple positions at has been co-president at United the University of Southern Talent Agency since 2017, where California from 2002 to 2006. he was managing director from Danovitch, 43, has served on the 1989 to 2017. The position requires commission since 2016. He has Senate confirmation and there is no been chairman for the Department compensation. 12 January 10, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

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Spoonfed’s sweet and savory comfort food Sean Loeffel’s Spoonfed brings rooms and a chunky tomato broth. delightful Midwestern family For something heartier, there’s recipes to the heart of Hollywood. the steak and crinkle-style frites. “I wanted to bring to Hollywood The skirt steak was grilled beauti- the dishes I grew up loving and fully and dazzled with an herb but- requesting for special occasions,” ter jus on top. We enjoyed dipping said Loeffel, who was raised out- the crinkle frites into a sweet-and- side Chicago in a family with 10 hot dynamite aioli. children. By Jill Weinlein For pure comfort, the roasted red One of those tried and true tomato soup with creamy cheddar recipes includes his mother’s win- cheese melted over a large brioche ning clam dip. Loeffel serves it crouton was another winner. This with thick, crispy salt and vinegar Sitting with a group of friends in is similar to a French onion soup in potato chips. I especially enjoyed the intimate Bar Joe dining room, design, but with stronger and more the creaminess of the chunky dip. our meal began with a warm citrus savory flavors. It went well with a gimlet made salad made with hand-torn black A dish that took me by surprise with Bombay dry gin and lime cor- Tuscan kale leaves, cubed roasted was the chicken jaeger schnitzel. dial and served with crushed ice, a butternut squash, tart pomegranate It’s not the prettiest dish, but it is lime wedge and paper straw. seeds, Humboldt Fog cheese and filled with the most delectable fla- Other cocktails offered at candied walnuts. A citrus vinai- vors. Mushroom gravy baths the Spoonfed include an old fashioned, grette dressing and slight sweet chicken schnitzel, and roasted red Pimm’s Cup, margarita and Tom grapefruit topped off this salad, potatoes and green asparagus Collins. The bar also offers canned rounding out the pleasing flavors. spears top it off. beers, including Baba Black Lager One of the prettiest dishes of the The grilled Atlantic salmon was from Utah, Garage Brewing’s night was a salmon tartare stack. another memorable dish. It fea- Marshmallow Milk Stout from This tower included a guacamole tured roasted corn purée and was California, Shacksbury dry cider base with chopped Atlantic topped with wilted spinach, from Vermont and St. Bernardus salmon, black sesame seeds, toma- chopped tomatoes, shallots and Witbier from Belgium. toes and a sliced hard-boiled egg. It capers. I already plan on coming Wines include bubbly, white and was served with thick and crispy back to Spoonfed to order this pinks from France and California wonton chips. However, what savory dish again. and four different reds, including made the dish standout was the For dessert, Loeffel had us try edible flower petals and micro- one served chilled, a Clos his mother’s buttermilk chocolate photo by Jill Weinlein Mazurique cabernet franc from the greens crowning the top. cake that he recreates at Spoonfed. Loire Valley. Head bar manager The pork rillette and the creamy The frosting was wonderfully One of the prettiest dishes at Spoonfed is the salmon tartare stack with John Neumuller offered me a glass mushroom polenta, Preciado’s creamy. Another favorite was the crispy wonton chips. of the Cuvée Grande Réserve favorite dishes, were are also Spoonfed bread pudding served made by a female winemaker at exceptional. The rillette was served with fresh berries and whipped an open-face ice cream sandwich. stout syrup with root beer soda. Château de Saint-Martin. It paired in a pot with an apricot-cranberry cream, and the warm house-made Neumuller also offers a special The food is a delight enjoyed nicely with chef Sergio Preciado’s chutney and slices of toasted cookies served in a martini glass dessert item – a spirited root beer especially in the bistro setting. new winter menu, a lovely fusion baguette, great for dipping. His with two generous scoops of vanil- float similar to an affogato, but Loeffel had Tom Nahabedian, a of California-healthy-meets- creamy mushroom polenta was la ice cream and a mint leaf on top. instead of pouring coffee over the James Beard Award-winning Midwest-comfort-food. topped with sautéed forest mush- The latter was perfect for creating ice cream, he pours a bitter orange See Spoonfed page 15

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Jan. 4 cle parked in the 400 block of tim in the 6600 block of Sunset at Westmont at 6 a.m. 6:40 a.m. At 12:30 p.m., an unknown sus- OLICE LOTTER pect burglarized a vehicle parked At 2:40 p.m., an unknown suspect At 7 a.m., an unknown suspect P B near the corner of Edinburgh an committed a petty theft in the 1500 committed a petty theft in the 6100 Santa Monica. block of Vine. block of Sunset. The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect burglarized a areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between petty theft in the 8300 block of vehicle in the 500 block of N. vehicle parked near the corner of Dec. 21 and Jan. 4. The information was compiled from www.crimemap- Santa Monica at 4:30 p.m. Genesee at 3:30 p.m. De Longpre and McCadden Place ping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los at 7:30 p.m. Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles At 10:45 p.m., an unknown sus- At 4 p.m., an unknown suspect t County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and pect burglarized a vehicle parked committed a petty theft in the 6500 At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. in the 8500 block of Santa Monica. block of Sunset. burglarized a vehicle parked near the corner of Sunset and Vine. An unknown suspect committed a the 200 block of S. Crescent Drive An unknown suspect committed a grand theft near the corner of An unknown suspect committed a Beverly Hills Police at 9:18 p.m. grand theft in the 800 block of West Knoll at 11 p.m. Sunset and La Baig at 5 p.m. petty theft in the 300 block of S. Department Fuller at 9:45 p.m. West Hollywood At 10:30 p.m., an unknown sus- Dec. 21 Los Angeles Police pect burglarized a vehicle parked At 11:30 p.m., an unknown sus- Sheriff’s Station in the 4800 block of Rosewood. pect committed a grand theft in the At 1 a.m., an unknown suspect Department 7000 block of Hollywood. committed a burglary in the 1100 Dec. 31 An unknown suspect burglarized a block of Summit Drive. Dec. 25 vehicle in the 200 block of S. An unknown suspect snatched a At 1:28 p.m., an unknown suspect Hudson at 11 p.m. purse from a victim in the 8500 An unknown suspect committed a committed a petty theft in the 8600 At 12:05 a.m., an unknown sus- block of Beverly at 11:40 p.m. grand theft in the 200 block of N. block of Melrose. pect committed a petty theft in the At 11:45 p.m., an unknown sus- Rodeo Drive at 8 a.m. 1000 block of S. Fairfax. pect committed a burglary in the Jan. 1 An unknown suspect committed a 6100 block of Blackburn. At 4:30 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect assaulted a grand theft in the 8500 block of At 12:15 a.m., an unknown sus- committed a burglary in the 500 victim in the 1700 block of N. Ivar Melrose at 5:20 p.m. pect committed a petty theft near block of Hillgreen Drive. at 12:30 a.m. Dec. 28 the corner of Selma and Argyle. At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect At 12:50 a.m., an unknown sus- At 2 a.m., an unknown suspect Dec. 24 burglarized a vehicle parked in the stole a vehicle parked in the 100 An unknown suspect committed a 600 block of Orlando. pect stole a vehicle parked in the 6600 block of Hollywood. block of S. Hayworth. burglary in the 6500 block of At 2:29 a.m., an unknown suspect Hollywood at 12:30 a.m. committed a burglary in the 100 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- An attempted burglary was report- block of N. La Cienega Boulevard. cle parked in the 1000 block of N. A vehicle burglary was reported in the 100 block of N. Hudson at 2 a.m. ed in the 1000 block of N. Saint Vista at 8 p.m. Andrews Place at 3:50 a.m. An identity theft was reported in At 6:45 a.m., an unknown suspect the 100 block of S. Maple Drive at At 11:30 p.m., an unknown sus- At 4 a.m., an unknown suspect 8 a.m. pect burglarized a vehicle parked assaulted a victim in the 6200 block of Hollywood. stole a vehicle parked near the in the 8400 block of Holloway. corner of Sierra Vista and At 1:50 p.m., an unknown female An unknown suspect assaulted a Western. suspect committed a burglary in Jan. 1 the 9700 block of Wilshire victim near the corner of Hollywood and Las Palmas at 2:15 p.m. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Boulevard. The suspect was At 12:10 a.m., an unknown sus- cle parked in the 1700 block of N. approximately 20 years old, 5 feet pect committed a petty theft in the At 1 p.m., an unknown suspect Bronson at 5:20 a.m. 3 inches tall and 120 pounds. 600 block of N. Robertson. committed a petty theft in the 6800 block of Orlando. At 6:30 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect assaulted a stole a vehicle parked near the burglary in the 400 block of N. victim in the 8900 block of Santa An unknown suspect committed a corner of Sunset and Gower. Oakhurst Drive at 8:30 p.m. Monica at 12:30 a.m. petty theft in the 7600 block of Melrose at 5:30 p.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a Dec. 25 At 1 a.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked near the corner of robbed a victim in the 600 block of At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect Rosewood and Fairfax at 9 p.m. At 9:47 a.m., an identity theft was N. La Cienega. burglarized a vehicle in the 200 reported in the 400 block of N. block of S. Plymouth. At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect Oakhurst Drive. An unknown suspect assaulted a burglarized a vehicle in the 800 victim in the 9000 block of Sunset An unknown suspect committed a block of N. Cherokee. at 1:30 a.m. Dec. 26 petty theft in the 6700 block of Hollywood at 10 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown female suspect com- At 1:45 a.m., an unknown suspect burglary in the 5200 block of assaulted a victim in the 8900 mitted a grand theft in the 9600 At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect Wilshire at 11:30 p.m. block of Santa Monica. block of Wilshire Boulevard at 8:30 burglarized a vehicle parked in the p.m. No description was provided. 7200 block of Willoughby. At 11:59 p.m., an unknown sus- A suspect assaulted a victim dur- pect committed a burglary in the At 9:50 p.m., an unknown male ing a domestic violence incident in 6300 block of W. Third. suspect assaulted a victim near the 8300 block of Santa Monica at Dec. 26 the corner of Wilshire Boulevard 3:30 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a Dec. 29 and Rexford Drive. The suspect burglary in the 6300 block of was approximately 38 years old, 5 At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect Sunset at 12:45 a.m. At 4:30 a.m., an unknown suspect feet 8 inches tall and 170 pounds. burglarized a vehicle parked in the burglarized a vehicle parked in the 8500 block of Sherwood Drive. At 7 a.m., an unknown suspect 800 block of N. Las Palmas. Dec. 27 An unknown suspect committed a stole a vehicle parked in the 1400 block of N. Alta Vista. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- An unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 600 block of N. tim in the 1600 block of N. Robertson at 11 p.m. A second burglary in the 400 block of N. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Cahuenga at 12:50 p.m. Camden Drive at 7:07 a.m. petty theft was reported in the same area at approximately the cle parked near the corner of Beverly and Gower at 10 a.m. At 1:20 p.m., an unknown suspect At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect same time. robbed a victim in the 7000 block committed a burglary in the 9600 At 10:30 a.m., an unknown sus- of Hollywood. block of South Santa Monica Jan. 2 pect robbed a victim near the cor- Boulevard. ner of Western and Wilshire. An unknown suspect burglarized a At 10:30 a.m., an unknown sus- vehicle parked in the 1600 block of pect burglarized a vehicle parked An unknown suspect committed a N. El Centro at 4 p.m. Dec. 28 in the 500 block of La Cienega. petty theft in the 6600 block of At 12:08 a.m., an unknown male Sunset at 10:30 a.m. At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect suspect committed a burglary in An unknown suspect assaulted a burglarized a vehicle parked in the victim near the corner of Gardner the 200 block of S. Robertson At 10:40 a.m., an unknown sus- 8000 block of W. Third. and Santa Monica at 11:44 a.m. Boulevard. The suspect was pect committed a petty theft near approximately 6 feet tall and 160 the corner of Edinburgh and Dec. 31 At 3:45 p.m., an unknown suspect pounds. Melrose. burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect robbed a vic- 8600 block of Santa Monica. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a tim near the corner of Hollywood burglary in the 100 block of S. Elm and La Brea at 3:30 a.m. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- petty theft in the 7300 block of Drive at 4:30 a.m. Sunset at 2:05 p.m. tim near the corner of Beverly and At 6:40 a.m., an unknown suspect Doheny Drive at 9 p.m. At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect robbed a victim in the 6600 block committed a grand theft in the burglarized a vehicle parked in the of Sunset. 9500 block of Wilshire Boulevard. Jan. 3 6200 block of W. Third. No description was provided. An unknown suspect committed a At 8:30 a.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 100 block of N. An unknown suspect burglarized a Dec. 30 burglarized a vehicle parked near Larchmont at 12:30 p.m. the corner of Holloway and vehicle in the 4400 block of W. Third at 5 p.m. At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect Hacienda Place. At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 1400 stole a bicycle in the 600 block of block of Park Way. An unknown suspect assaulted a Dec. 27 S. Ridgeley. victim in the 1100 block of An identity theft was reported in Genesee at 2:30 p.m. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- An unknown suspect robbed a vic- Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 15 January 10, 2019

StateThe California Supreme Supreme Court Court“The Animal upholds Legal Defense opposedfoie the grasban and brought ban legal on Jan. 7 denied an appeal ques- Fund celebrates the death knell for challenges. tioning the constitutionality of a the foie gras industry’s long cru- A U.S. district judge ruled in state law banning the sale of foie sade against California’s landmark 2015 that the ban violated the fed- gras, a food product made from law,” said Animal Legal Defense eral Poultry Products Inspections duck and goose liver. Fund Executive Director Stephen Act and the California ban was The high court’s decision lets a Wells. “The suffering ducks delayed pending further legal pro- Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals’ endure to produce foie gras is ceedings. mandate go into immediate effect, intolerable and rightfully out- In 2017, the Ninth Circuit Court prohibiting foie gras from being lawed.” of Appeals overturned the lower sold California. The state Supreme A state law banning foie gras court’s ruling, clearing the way for Court’s decision concludes a cam- went into effect in 2004 but the ban to be enforced. paign by the foie gras production enforcement was delayed until The case was appealed to the industry against the ban. 2012. Organizations such as Hot’s California Supreme Court, whose The Animal Legal Defense Restaurant Group, the Association decision on Jan. 7 upholds the ban. Fund has long supported des Eleveurs de Canards et d’Oies Opponents have signaled that they California’s ban on foie gras, filing du Quebec, a Canadian organiza- may take their case to the federal numerous amicus briefs urging tion representing duck and goose court system, but no timeline has courts to uphold the law. farmers, and numerous chefs been established.

foiegras-groliere.com Restaurant News Tocaya Organica’s Santa Monica A ban on foie gras will stand in California after years of legal wrangling. From page 12 Mutts & Mimosas Restaurant Week ocaya Organica hosts a special ow through Jan. 13, celebrate four-legged event this Saturday, Santa Monica Restaurant Spoonfed serves hearty dishes Michelin-starred TJan. 12, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in NWeek with highlights of the city’s partnership with Wags & Walks. award-winning, health-conscious dinner at Nerano Visit the restaurant’s Playa Vista culinary destinations. Chefs at near- njoy an authentic taste of Italy location for puppy adoptions, ly 30 participating restaurants will Frombased page 13 on Midwestern recipes now through Jan. 15 as mimosas and kombucha cocktails, craft delicious and healthy custom as well as organic Mexican bowls, dishes centered around persim- Michelin-starred chef Antonio designer, create Spoonfed’s airy Morning favorites include the E burritos, tacos and salads. 12150 mons. The versatile fruit contains Mellino, of the Amalfi Coast’s space and hired artist Kenton Apollo Breakfast made with four Millennium Drive, #101, (424)289- key minerals and fiber, which pro- Quattro Passi, cooks in the kitchen Nelson to paint the female-centered egg whites, lemongrass-marinated 6105. mote heart health, reduce inflam- of Nerano in Beverly Hills. The to murals, which feature a trapeze chicken, ancient grains, fire-roasted mation, support good vision and exclusive four-course tasting menu, artist and a woman enjoying a dish. bell peppers, shaved Brussels keep the digestive system healthy. featuring lobster risotto and hand- “I grew up with seven sisters and sprouts and green chermoula. Laura Ramirez of JJ’s Lone made tagliolini with artichokes and wanted art in the restaurant to Vegan and gluten-free items are Ayara Thai’s healthy Daughter Ranch is one of the many truffles, includes wine pairings for reflect empowered women,” available as well. farmers selling the fruit at the Santa $200. Guests can also order menu New Year menu Loeffel said. Spoonfed is open from 6:30 a.m. Market Farmers Market. Water items à la carte. 9960 S. Santa Spoonfed has also become a to 11 p.m. $$ 959 Seward St., Los yara Thai is combining family Grill is making farmed New Monica Blvd., (310)405-0155. celebrity destination for breakfast. Angeles, (323)347-7000. game night and healthy eating Zealand king salmon crudo with Ahabits with its month-long game of persimmon confit and crème Healthy Eats Bingo. Select items fraîche. Share a photo of the dish on Celebrate National on the bingo card such as ginger social media using veggies, chicken satay, pad thai #SMRestaurantWeek for a chance Hot Toddy Day at veggies, steamed whole branzino, to win a $500 gift certificate. 1401 kale and Chinese broccoli with Ocean Ave., (310)394-5669. Humphry Slocombe pork, tom yum soup, and brown ead to the Venice location of rice throughout January when Humphry Slocombe on Friday, guests dine in or order to-go. For HJan. 11, for a complimentary hot each item ordered, diners will January specials at toddy sundae and artisan cocktails receive a stamp on their personal from 6 to 10 p.m. The ice cream bingo card. Complete one horizon- The Independence brand has partnered with renowned tal, vertical or diagonal line and win he chefs at The Independence Scotch whisky brand The an Ayara limited-edition enamel are offering persimmon toast Glenlivet. Humphry Slocombe’s pin, or black out an entire bingo Tand persimmon salad during Santa new specialty flavor, also named card and win a $100 gift card. Monica Restaurant Week. For The Glenlivet, is made with the 12- Bingo cards can’t be combined and drinks, the mixologists are includ- year malt Scotch whisky and is must be present at time of payment. ing Pedialyte in their mocktails to used in the hot toddy sundae. Along Prizes must be claimed by Feb. keep guests hydrated. The four dif- with boozy offerings, the ice cream 15. Weekend specials include ferent Pedialyte-based beverages shop will offer six special flavors, drunken zucchini noodles from Jan. come in the flavors raspberry fizz, including black sesame and vegan 11 to 13, chap chai veggie stew orange crush, ginger peach and coconut lemon sorbet. 1653B from Jan. 18 to 20 and cauliflower strawberry mint. Alcohol can be Abbot Kinney Blvd., (424)387- fried rice from Jan. 25-27. 6245 W. added for an additional charge. 205 8161. 87th St., Los Angeles, (310)410- Broadway, (310)458-2500. 8848.


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ConcertThe Skirball Cultural celebrates Center pre- life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg sents acclaimed composer-soprano Patrice Michaels in a performance of songs from her new album “Notorious RBG in Song” on Sunday, Jan. 13, at 7:30 p.m. Brown bids farewell after Michaels will bring to the stage music and stories exploring the life and work of United States four terms as governor Supreme Court Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in celebra- tion of the justice’s 25th anniver- sary on the high court. The concert is the next of several Skirball pro- grams produced in association with the current exhibition “Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg,” on view through March 10. Pianist Andrew Harley will perform with Michaels, who is Ginsburg’s daughter-in-law. The nine-song cycle “The Long View,” composed by Michaels, will be the centerpiece of the pro- gram. It illuminates key aspects of Ginsburg’s personal and profes- photo courtesy of EJS Media sional life through letters, remem- The Skirball Cultural Center is holding a concert coinciding with its brances and conversations, and exhibit about Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. even her dissenting opinions. Narration by Michaels and projec- tions designed by visual artist Yee Eun Nam will help paint a vivid picture of the life and times of the by Myles Mellor iconic justice and her inner circle. Crossword Puzzle The concert will open with “Wider Than the Sky” by compos- er Lori Laitman. Set to an Emily Former Gov. Jerry Brown waved to the crowd after being elected to Dickinson poem, the song was per- his second term in office in this photograph from the Nov. 16, 1978, formed at the justice’s 80th birth- issue of the Park Labrea News. Brown was joined by then-Los day celebration, along with “My Angeles County Supervisor Kenneth Hahn (left) and his father, for- Dearest Ruth” by composer Stacy mer California Gov. Pat Brown, at an election night party in Los Garrop, based on the farewell love Angeles. Brown served his second term as governor through 1983, letter penned to Ginsburg by her when he launched an unsuccessful campaign bid for state senator. He husband Martin “Marty” Ginsburg, remained active in politics in the following years, launching a presi- shortly before his death in 2010. dential election bid in 1992, serving as mayor of Oakland from 1999- Juno Award-winning composer 2007, and as California Attorney General from 2007-11. Brown then Vivian Fung’s “Pot Roast à la returned to the governor’s office for two terms from 2011 through RBG” details a typical evening in Monday, Jan. 3, when he was succeeded by new California Gov. the Ginsburg household circa 1972 Gavin Newsom. in which daughter Jane Ginsburg humorously describes her mother’s notoriously poor culinary skills. Songs inspired by American poet- activists Emma Lazarus (Lee Hoiby’s “Lady of the Harbor”) and Beverly Hills Bridge Club Langston Hughes (John Musto’s “Litany”) offer additional perspec- tive on Ginsburg’s influences. announcesThe Beverly Hills Bridge new Club hourmanager class for Prior to the concert, the exhibi- tion will be open from 6 to 7:15 has announced the appointment of people curious Across 3. “City of New Orleans” John Ramos as club manager. about bridge p.m. A question and answer session 1. Parcel of land singer Guthrie “John has become an invaluable but don’t know and CD signing will follow the 5. Bridge option 4. Barber’s supply part of the BHBC expansion in how to get program. 9. “Ghosts” writer 5. Buddhist building recent years,” said Alan Schneider, started. The The Skirball Cultural Center is 14. “Psycho” actress Miles 6. ___ squash chair of the BHBC board. “As a class is offered located at 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd. 15. SA palm 7. Dance 16. Very in a musical direction 8. Sort carefully bridge professional, John is both a on a quarterly For information, call (310)440- 4500, or visit skirball.org. 17. Cry out to 9. Bestow leading tournament player and basis. 18. Game with traps and bunkers 10. Blessings highly regarded instructor, making “I’m very 19. Showers 11. Hit him uniquely qualified for this role. excited about John Ramos 20. Superhero film 12. To be, at the Louvre He was the unanimous choice to the opportuni- 23. Mystery author Buchanan 13. Figures lead the club during our next phase ty to be leading one of the preemi- 24. Form letters? 21. ____ firma of growth.” nent bridge clubs in Southern The Wallis hosts 25. Treeless plain 22. Get ready for use 29. Military rank, abbr. 25. Off-limits “John has been instrumental in California,” Ramos said. “In the 30. Municipal facility: Abbr. 26. Russian range developing and leading our bridge past two years, we’ve seen the conversation 33. Clamoring 27. Avoid instruction curriculum, which has potential to extend our outreach 34. Diamond Head locale 28. Grand Coulee and Hoover been an unqualified success, bring- within the community and to pro- 36. Stripped 29. Barred ing scores of new people into one mote the mental, social and enter- with Swedish 37. Superhero film 30. Bactrian, e.g. of the world’s best games,” board tainment benefits of bridge to as 40. Cutlass or Delta 88 31. Place to build member Nancy Heck added. “Our many residents as possible. I hope composer 41. Hops dryer 32. “Cold Mountain’’ star Zellweger The Wallis Annenberg Center 42. One who cries “Uncle” 34. Important office experience tells us that there is a that eventually we’ll be able to 43. Ending for amor (a sherry) 35. Long-eared beast huge demand within the Beverly offer an educational program every for the Performing Arts and Film 44. Website symbol 36. Cheese on crackers Hills community for bridge educa- day.” Independent present an evening 45. Lithe 38. “___ Rae” (Sally Field movie) tion, among people who have never The city of Beverly Hills is cur- with Grammy and Golden Globe- 46. Dashboard abbr. 39. End of a poem played the game before and players rently developing plans to refurbish nominated composer Ludwig 47. Certain Nobel Institute site 44. Substantiated looking to sharpen their skills. With and expand its La Cienega Tennis Göransson in conversation with 49. Romantic psychological thriller 45. Pass patterns John’s appointment, we’re looking Center, at 325 S. La Cienega Blvd. film critic Elvis Mitchell in the 55. Director of “The Good, the Bad, 46. Extend, in a way Bram Goldsmith Theater on Jan. and the Ugly” 47. Stranger to further extend our community Part of the vision of BHBC is that 56. Yemen seaport 48. Attack ad, maybe programs.” the expansion will enable the club 15 at 7:30 p.m. 57. “Unfortunately . . .” 49. Eye drop The nonprofit Beverly Hills to accommodate more players and Göransson wrote the scores for 59. Categorize 50. Transient Bridge Club offers competitive offer more educational programs “Black Panther,” “Creed,” 60. Suckling spot 51. Basketball Hall of Famer games seven days a week in the concurrently with competitive “Fruitvale Station” and “Venom.” 61. Yankees’ Winfield Archibald afternoon and evening. It serves games. Another component of the His TV composing credits include 62. Mass of people 52. Carpentry joint over 500 people during an average club’s vision for the future is to “Community” and “New Girl.” 63. Botches 53. Sparkle Tickets start at $30. The Wallis is 64. Chalcedony 54. Blue shade week. Games range from novice extend its outreach into Beverly 55. Corporation type level to competitive open games for Hills schools, businesses and com- located at 9390 N. Santa Monica Down 58. Driver’s license datum more experienced players. munity organizations. Blvd. For information and tickets, 1. Pipe BHBC also offers its “Quick and For information, visit visit thewallis.org, or call 2. Detective’s need See Answers page 21 Easy Bridge” class, a free three- bridgewebs.com/beverlyhills. (310)746-4000. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 17 January 10, 2019

FestivalJapan House Los focuses Angeles and on short films from Japan Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia are partnering for the Short Shorts Film Festival in Hollywood on Jan. 17 at the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres. The free, one-day film festival will bring together premier film tal- ent from Japan, including Cannes Film Festival judge Naomi Kawase and actor and Screen Actors Guild member Tetsuya Bessho. The two- part program will bring intrigue and cultural discovery through the art of short contemporary visual story- photo courtesy of Comedy Central telling. Dioramas in the new exhibit highlight moments from the new season The festival opens with a class of “Drunk History.” titled “Naomi Kawase: The photo courtesy of the Short Shorts Film Festival Possibilities of Film” from 1 to 2 p.m. Kawase will present her unique Aline Pimentel’s “The Human Face” chronicles the career of Kazuhiro insight on the future of film and will Tsuji, the first person of Japanese and Asian descent to win an Oscar for explore the short film format, fol- makeup and hairstyling. Paley Center presents exhibit lowed by a discussion with Akira Mizuta Lippit, vice dean and profes- The festival’s screenings run from is about Kazuhiro Tsuji, the first per- sor in the School of Cinematic Arts 6:30 to 8 p.m. They includes the son of Japanese and Asian descent to on ‘Drunk History’ TV show and the Division of Cinema and U.S. premier of Daishi Matsunaga’s win an Oscar for makeup and hair- The Paley Center for Media in and fun exhibit.” Media Studies at the University of “Canaria” (2018); “Benjamin’s Last styling in 2018. Beverly Hills will take visitors on “Drunk History” fans are con- Southern California. The special Day at Katong Swimming The TCL Chinese 6 Theatres are a trip through the hilarious world stantly talking about their program invites the public to partic- Complex” (2017), by Yee Wei Chai; located at Hollywood & Highland, of Comedy Central’s “Drunk favorite moments from the show ipate in a dialogue with the director “Lies” (2015), by Naomi Kawase; 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Level 3. History” when it unveils the and Comedy Central is giving and serves as the U.S. premier of her and “The Human Face” (2017), by For information, visit “Museum of Drunk History” them the opportunity to experi- film “Parallel World” (2017). Aline Pimentel. “The Human Face” apanhouse.jp/losangeles. exhibit running through Sunday, ence them in person at the Jan. 20. “Museum of Drunk History.” In the show, host Derek Waters Intricate dioramas represent each and a continuously changing cast episode of the new season of the of actors and comedians travel show, which premieres Jan. 15 at across the country to present sto- 10 p.m. Scenes include “The ries from American history. Creation of Frankenstein,” “The Booze helps bring out the truth, Occupation of Alcatraz” and and that truth can be a little inco- “Murderess Row” – the story that herent. inspired the movie “Chicago.” “For five seasons, ‘Drunk The dioramas are large in detail History’ has provided viewers and visitors are encouraged look with a humorous take on our glo- for “Easter eggs.” rious past,” Paley Center “It’s great to finally be in a President and CEO Maureen J. museum,” Waters added. Reidy said. “We’re thrilled visi- The Paley Center for Media is tors to the Paley Center will have located at 465 N. Beverly Drive. the opportunity to experience For information, call (310)786- season six through this original 1000, or visit paleycenter.org. 18 January 10, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

AIn andiverse act of journalistic trans- yearcomedies offrom cynical genre ones. films parency, raising twins greatly cut into my free time, so a top 10 list Runner up: “BlacKkKlansman” just isn’t an option. Both access and my temperament for the latest Science Fiction faux comedy that’s actually depressing worked against me. So Few movies go full nerd, a pri- I opted for more genre films, those mary ingredient of any worthy sci- magical sci-fi, horror, high-octane ence fiction film. “Annihilation” Action Film obscure flicks that provide a hits all the marks with a third act glimpse beyond Donald’s idiot both intriguing and wildly out- The sixth “Mission: Impossible” wall. The result: I present you a landish. But another film features is another incredible blockbuster fair and balanced list of the best a robotic-tentacled mad scientist, feat, complete with stunts per- genre films from 2018. enhanced humans and a team of formed by Tom Cruise, who refus- heroes uniting from across multi- es to grow old. And yet, the sev- photo courtesy of Sony Pictures Animation/© 2018 CTMG, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Animated Feature ple dimensions. I commend enth “Spider-Man” film is a stylis- Miles Morales (Shameik Moore), Peter Parker (Jake Johnson) and “Annihilation,” especially for a tic masterpiece, taking visual time Spider-Gwen (Hailee Steinfeld) appear in Columbia Pictures and Sony From “Ralph Breaks the killer film score, but “Spider- during every action sequence to Pictures Animations’ “Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse.” Internet” to “Isle of Dogs,” anima- Verse” is a sci-fi dreamscape. remind us just how grandiose, tion shined, but one cast a large Plus, it gives me hope another ver- spectacular, uncanny comic book shadow over all the competition. sion of Earth exists without an fights can get. Exploitation Film patient wife is ready to snap her Yes, “Spider-Man: Into the Spider- imbecile running the country, and fingers and see if I dust. But once Verse” is all that and more. The that’s the real marvel of this genre: Runner up: “Mission: Impossible – “Mandy,” “Revenge” and a host “Spider-Verse” releases on Blu- Golden Globe winner for animat- worlds with endless, better possi- Fallout” of other films dumped in the hor- ray, my boys and I will give that ed feature best keep going strong bilities. ror category actually belong in the gorgeous woman a real infinity at awards shows. None other com- Rom-Com 1970s exploitation genre for their war. pare. Runner up: “Annihilation” hyper-violence, stylistic excess “To All the Boys I’ve Loved and tactical use of a minimal pro- Crime Story Runner Up: “Incredibles 2” Foreign Language Before” had us all swooning over duction budget. Please! “Spider- Noah Centineo as teen dreamboat Verse” had less than half the bud- A bunch of Spider-peeps take Comedy It’s “Roma.” Of course it is. Peter. But did anyone doubt the get of the average superhero film on crime boss Kingpin (Liev inevitable relationship once Lara and a mountain of critical and Schreiber), who puts all of Earth Spike Lee’s “BlacKkKlansman” Horror Jean (Lana Condor) got over her audience skepticism going against in jeopardy. Plus, Nick Cage voic- is a special kind of comedy, bleak hangups? it. Still, it proved to be more than es Spider-Man Noir, an homage to at points, awkward at others, flat- A woman sawing off her own Two cuties I still ship: our new the B-movie everyone predicted. classic crime stories. Joaquin out audacious most of the time. head and John Krasinski unable to favorite Spidey Miles (Shameik Phoenix’s gritty flick might be But it concludes with a sequence use quirky “Office” one-liners Moore) and Gwen (Hailee Runner ups: “Mandy,” “Revenge” awesome. Who knows? (Besides of Donald Trump’s racist remarks. amidst aliens quick to attack the Steinfeld), who must find a way to all you twinless muggles out A profound and necessary slightest sound – 2018 overflowed make their relationship work from Superhero Film there.) But “Spider-Verse” is all sequence, but not exactly comedy. with amazing horror films, but I across the multiverse. Those are about crime fighting, and I need to “Spider-Verse,” however, dabbles can’t stop thinking about creepy some real obstacles. I loved “Black Panther,” but I see that film again, like right now. in emotional authenticity but villain the Prowler (Mahershala must admit to enjoying knows when to drop a good joke. Ali) from “Spider-Verse,” who Runner ups: “To All the Boys I’ve “Avengers: Infinity War” far Runner up: probably “You Were With a cast that includes “New now cameos in my nightmares. Loved Before,” “Love, Simon” more. I watch it so much my Never Really Here” Girl’s” Jake Johnson, comedian Normally, it’s just me naked, trying John Mulaney and the mighty to recite lines I didn’t memorize Lilly Tomlin, and a screenplay by for a play. Now, it’s the Prowler Phil Lord (“21 Jump Street,” chasing my still naked butt through “How I Met Your Mother”), this the aisle of that playhouse. stacked film topples the rest in laughs and heart, the primary Runner ups: “Hereditary” and “A ingredient that distinguishes good Quiet Place”

photo courtesy of Paramount Pictures Evelyn (Emily Blunt) and Regan (Millicent Simmonds) must remain quiet so they don’t alert monsters in “A Quiet Place,” one of the best horror movies of the year.

Enjoy the music of Danny Janklow duringThe city of Winter West Hollywood’s Soundshas shared in the WeHo stage and recorded Arts Division and the West with Stevie Wonder, Kendrick Hollywood Library present an Lamar, Herbie Hancock, Wayne installment of the 2018-19 Winter Shorter, George Benson, Jose Sounds free indoor concert series James, Wynton and Branford featuring a performance by Danny Marsalis, Benny Golson, Eric Reed, Janklow on Saturday, Jan. 12, from John Beasley, Ben Williams, Jason 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the West Moran and Savion Glover. Hollywood City Council Chambers. Admission is free. Seating is first Janklow, a saxophonist, multi- come, first served. RSVPs request- instrumentalist, educator, producer ed, but not required by visiting win- and composer, is gaining interna- tersounds-jan2019.eventbrite.com. tional recognition for his soulful and The West Hollywood City innovative musical voice. Janklow’s Council Chambers are located at live performances are often 625 N. San Vicente Blvd. For infor- described as emotionally charged mation, visit weho.org/winter- and vibrant celebrations. The artist sounds. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 19 January 10, 2019

GalleryEdward Cella Art exhibits & Architecture abstract and animal paintings presents two new exhibitions, “Rema Ghuloum: Love is a Feeling” and “Jeffrey Vallance: Other Animals,” on view from Jan. 12 to March 16. An opening recep- tion will be held for both shows on Jan. 12 from 6-8 p.m. “Love is a Feeling” is painter and sculptor Ghuloum’s debut exhibi- tion. Her vibrant abstract paintings show influences among such artists as Edouard Vuillard, Giorgio Morandi, Claude Monet and the photo courtesy of Jorge Federico Osorio lyrical works of Alma Thomas, Pianist Jorge Federico Osorio’s vibrant imagination and technique won Joan Mitchell and Lee Krasner. him the Medalla Bellas Artes, the highest honor granted by Mexico’s Ghuloum’s improvisational National Institute of Fine Arts. processes are fluid and indirectly inform one another. She focuses on the ways in which one sees, feels, recalls and absorbs an experience, then translates and transforms this into paintings. These works emerge Acclaimed Mexican pianist from a slow buildup of the surface with stains of paint and sanding in between to preserve the previous photo courtesy of Edward Cella toThe Wallisperform Annenberg Center at for TheA free Wallispre-concert prelude at 6:30 layers. Patterns and shapes are The works presented in the exhibition “Other Animals” showcase the the Performing Arts presents the p.m., which includes a complimen- manifested through these mercurial range of animals artist Jeffrey Vallance has investigated, and also refer- Los Angeles recital debut of Jorge tary glass of wine provided by The actions. ence his childhood in California, travels to the Polynesian Islands and Federico Osorio with a program of Henry Wine Group, features “Other Animals” is a survey Iceland, and more. Bach, Schubert, Liszt, Debussy, KUSC’s Brian Lauritzen in conver- exhibition of Vallance’s animal Albéniz, Ricardo Castro and sation about the evening’s program paintings and drawings made over Manuel Ponce on Wednesday, Jan. with Los Angeles pianist and peda- the past 40 years. Deploying an a rendered image that is entirely his these experiences combines a pseu- 16, at 7:30 p.m. gogue Ory Shihor, along with his array of techniques, the works pre- own. do-anthropological approach with The solo recital, held in The students Gabriella Prisca Handoko sented in the exhibition direct atten- Known for his critical and an art historically informed prac- Wallis’ Bram Goldsmith Theater, and Sally Yapto from Shihor’s tion to the wide range of animals humorous eye, Vallance’s draw- tice, and addresses themes of faith, includes two chorale preludes by Piano Talent Performance Vallance has investigated. In many ings, performances, sculptures and myth, ritual and popular culture, Bach, Schubert’s Sonata in A Academy. of the works, there is aggressive installations often reference his along with the geopolitical land- Major, Liszt’s “Vallé d’Obermann” Tickets start at $45. The Wallis is mark making which he makes by childhood in California, voyages to scapes of the past and present. and three preludes by Debussy. located at 9390 N. Santa Monica scratching the surface with pure the Polynesian Islands and Iceland, Edward Cella Art & Architecture Osorio, a native of Mexico, also Blvd. For information and tickets, emotion. Other works are more residences in Texas, Las Vegas and is located at 2754 S. La Cienega performs works by three Hispanic visit thewallis.org, or call (310)746- carefully articulated, showing off the Arctic, and travels to the Blvd. For information, visit composers, Isaac Albéniz’s 4000. his meticulous draftsmanship with Vatican. The artist’s examination of edwardcella.com “Mallorca,” Ricardo Castro’s “Barcarola,” and Manuel Ponce’s “Rapsodia Cubana” and “Balada Mexicana.” Osorio is often noted for his pow- erful technique, vibrant imagina- tion and deep passion, and has gar- nered international awards, includ- ing the Medalla Bellas Artes, the highest honor granted by Mexico’s National Institute of Fine Arts. He has performed with many of the world’s leading orchestras and his concert tours have taken him to Asia, North, Central and South America, and Europe. “The Wallis is proud to present Jorge Federico Osorio, a captivat- ing artist, in his Los Angeles recital debut,” said The Wallis’ Artistic Director Paul Crewes. “In addition to performing around the globe, he is a prolific recording artist who has documented a wide variety of repertoire, including many of the works he will be playing in his debut at The Wallis.”

Attend a ‘Party for Global Citizens’ in WeHo We Are From The Earth and the city of West Hollywood are holding a “Party for Global Citizens” on Saturday, Jan. 12, from 4 to 8 p.m. in Plummer Park’s Fiesta Hall. The community event features music and art, and social awareness education and empowerment. Jazz vocalist Barbara Morrison and visual artist Lindsay Carron will perform. The event also includes interactive workshops. Admission is $10. Fiesta Hall is located at 7377 Santa Monica Blvd. For information, visit wafte.org and facebook.com/events/2267176856 888993. 20 January 10, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

ArborRing in the newDay year with Foundation 10 free between Feb. 1offers and May 31, free with trees for 2019 flowering trees by joining the Arbor enclosed planting instructions. The Day Foundation any time during 6- to 12-inch tall trees are guaran- January 2019. teed to grow or they will be replaced By becoming a part of the non- free of charge. profit Arbor Day Foundation, new Members will also receive a sub- members will receive 10 free flow- scription to the bimonthly publica- ering trees or five crepe myrtles. The tion, Arbor Day, and The Tree Book, flowering trees include two Sargent which includes information about crabapples, three American redbuds, tree planting and care. two Washington hawthorns and To become a member of the foun- three white flowering dogwoods. dation and to receive the free trees, photo by Maja Dumat The free trees are part of the send a $10 contribution by Jan. 31 to Receive two Sargent crabapples Foundation’s Trees for America the Arbor Day Foundation at 100 and eight other flowering trees, or campaign. Arbor Ave., Nebraska City, five crepe myrtles for a $10 contri- The trees will be shipped postpaid Nebraska 68410, or visit bution to the Arbor Day at the right time for planting, arborday.org/january. Foundation.

photo by Terry Linke Zubin Mehta, the LA Phil’s new conductor emeritus, has a long history with the orchestra dating to when he became music director at age 26.

Mehta appointed conductor emeritusLos Angeles Philharmonic for CEO thewith LAthe Los AngelesPhil Philharmonic Simon Woods recently announced Distinguished Service Award. He the appointment of Zubin Mehta as celebrated the 50th anniversary of conductor emeritus of the Los his music directorship with the LA Angeles Philharmonic. Phil in 2012. It was during an The announcement was made anniversary concert that year that from the stage of Walt Disney he received a proclamation from Concert Hall before the second half Los Angeles County designating of Mehta’s concert leading the LA Dec. 13 as Zubin Mehta Day. Phil in a program of works by Following his time in Los Brahms. Woods also read a state- Angeles, Mehta served as music ment from LA Phil Music and director of the New York Artistic Director Gustavo Philharmonic for 13 years. Mehta Dudamel. first conducted the Israel “From the earliest stages of my Philharmonic in 1962, became its career, I have been proud to call music director in 1977 and became Zubin Mehta a trusted mentor and music director for life in 1981. He friend,” the statement read. “To fol- will return to perform with the Los low in his footsteps as music direc- Angeles Philharmonic as conductor tor of the Los Angeles emeritus in the 2019-20 season. Philharmonic is a true honor. His For information, visit laphil.com. soul permeates the sound of the orchestra, and his connection to the musicians is profound.” Mehta has conducted the world’s most esteemed orchestras and introduced generations to classical music through more than 50 years of recordings and performances. Through his humanitarian work, Mehta has shown music’s ability to bridge cultures and bring people together. “This is indeed a great honor and I’m very pleased to accept,” Mehta said. “The Los Angeles Philharmonic has always held a very special place in my heart. They took a chance and accepted me as a very young conductor. I remain grateful to the orchestra and I’m happy to continue our relation- ship in this way.” Mehta was appointed LA Phil music director at age 26, making him its youngest person in the posi- tion at the time of his appointment. During his 16 seasons in Los Angeles, he was intent upon break- ing down cultural and social barri- Same Day Appointments Kids and Teens does not ers pervasive in the orchestral Sick & Physicals charge a facility fee music community and positioning the orchestra as a community resource. Under Mehta’s leader- Beverly Hills Office ship, the LA Phil appeared with Frank Zappa and the Mothers of 240 South La Cienega, #350 Invention at UCLA, performed free Beverly Hills, CA 90211 concerts in black and Latino com- munities, and moved from Open Mon., Tues., Thurs., 9-6, Fri., 8-4 Philharmonic Hall to the new Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. We are the only NCQA Certified Pediatric Medical Group in Los Angeles In 2006, Mehta was presented Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 January 10, 2019

House Dems take majority as new session begins Beverly Hills Chamber to host From page 1 annual Lunar New Year celebration The Beverly Hills Chamber of and live performance on a Chinese gressive agenda forward in the Commerce Asian Business guzheng instrument, the excitement House. It’s time to make a major Connection Committee will hold the and energy at this annual event is change in how the government fourth annual Lunar New Year: Year always surprising and spectacular,” operates ahead of the general of the Pig Celebration, presented by said Vicky Mense, chair of the Asian election in 2020.” Rolls-Royce Motor Cars & McLaren Business Connection. Patti Crane, an Indivisible of Beverly Hills at O’Gara Coach, on “Lunar New Year is one of the best member from Torrance, said in Feb. 1. annual chamber events. It is a true cel- 2018, members organized rallies Rolls-Royce Motor Cars of ebration of east meets west, combin- and campaigns in California Beverly Hills will unveil three spe- ing traditional Lunar New Year festiv- areas considered congressional cially commissioned Year of the Pig ities with a Beverly Hills touch,” said swing districts such as Orange Rolls-Royces exclusively for guests Charles L. Black III, chairman of the County and parts of central that evening including a Ghost, Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce California. Wraith and Dawn. Guests will also board of directors. “After Trump’s election, we have an exclusive opportunity to view Guests can look forward to dozens were like, ‘What are we going to a one of a kind Cabbeen Collection of epicurean delights with tastes from do?’” Crane said. “We generated McLaren 570GT, and meet Mr. many of the Asian cultures including 5,000 hand-written cards over photo by Edwin Folven Cabbeen himself, the leading Chinese Xi’an Restaurant, Yojisan Sushi, designer. Sushi House Unico, Crustacean four months and mailed them to The pro-Democratic rally began in front of U.S. Rep. Ted Lieu’s office voters in 13 districts in support of Welcoming more than 400 atten- Beverly Hills, Bombay Palace, Wow at 5055 Wilshire Blvd., and ended at Congresswoman Karen Bass’ dees including high-net-worth profes- Noodle, Shan Social House, Tiger candidates in places that may office at 4929 Wilshire Blvd. swing blue. We cannot go along sionals, celebrities, entrepreneurs, Beer, sparkling sake from Asahara with what’s happing in America “I have the best district in the right there with them,” Bass said. local and regional government offi- Brewery and crowd favorites from right now. “ country because it’s full of “I’m ready for Congress to return cials, and other community influ- Asombroso Fine Tequila, buzzbox Wayne Liebman, a member of engaged, enthusiastic people who to fighting for the people.” encers, the event will feature tradition- premium cocktails, Icelandic Glacial Swing SoCal Left, an off-shoot of want to make our community, Bindschadler said Indivisible is al Lunar New Year entertainment with and San Antonino Winery. Indivisible, added that his group country and world a better place,” gearing up to be a major force in a Beverly Hills touch. Tickets to the event are available similarly focused on congression- Lieu said. “It is the greatest honor the 2020 election and there is “Lunar New Year has grown every on an invitation-only basis. al races in seven districts sur- of my life to represent much reason for optimism. year since its inception in 2016. From For information, visit rounding Los Angeles. California’s 33rd District in the “Think back two years ago the traditional lion dance and martial tinyurl.com/lny2019 or call “Before the election, I thought House of Representatives. The when we all thought we were lost arts, to a canine couture fashion show (310)248-1000. maybe would get six, but we Democratic majority is working in the GOP wilderness,” went seven,” Liebman said, on addressing pressing concerns Bindschadler said. “Like many adding that there are many chal- like climate change, criminal jus- people, I saw the new administra- lenges ahead. “There are no tice reform and health care, and I tion as a threat to the future of WeHo death under investigation experts in what has not happened look forward to elevating my America. Hundreds of thousands From page 1 the Moore case. yet and no one can tell us ours is constituents’ voices as we bring of people refused to accept that. Police found drug paraphernalia a fool’s errand. Here is democra- change to Washington.” To make a more just American in Buck’s home when Moore died, cy. This is what it looks like.” “These rallies are a local exam- government, we needed to stand ner’s office will conduct an autop- including syringes, pipes and bag- The Congress members ple of excitement that is being felt up. We needed to rebuild the sy to determine cause of death. The gies with white powdery residue, thanked the group for its support. throughout the nation and I’m foundation of democracy.” victim’s identity was not released. according to a coroner’s office Buck’s attorney Seymour report. It was unclear if any similar Amster said the death appears to items were found on Jan. 7. have resulted from an overdose, “He was trying to counsel a with the victim ingesting an longtime friend,” Amster said. “It’s Korean Cultural Center to host Whi Boo Kim exhibit unknown drug prior to visiting a tragedy, no matter what.” n Buck’s home. Amster said the Following the death on Jan. 7, Kim, an L.A. resident decedent was in his 50s and was a calls have surfaced for authorities longtime friend of Buck, who is 64. to more vigorously investigate since 1975, will have On July 27, 2017, Gemmel Buck. over 30 of his works on Moore, 26, died at Buck’s home “The Los Angeles LGBT Center display after what the coroner’s office calls upon Los Angeles County determined was an accidental Sherriff Alex Villanueva and his The Korean Cultural Center methamphetamine overdose. The department to fully investigate this Los Angeles presents the first Los Angeles County District tragedy and aggressively seek jus- exhibition of 2019 L.A. Art Attorney’s Office declined to file tice wherever the investigation Project, called “Whi Boo Kim, charges related to Moore’s death. might lead,” read a statement by Gradual Transition” which will Amster said the two deaths at the Los Angeles LGBT Center. be on display from Jan. 11-26 at Buck’s residence were coinciden- “Although the investigation is in its the Korean Cultural Center Art tal. early stages, we urge Sherriff Gallery. “Ed has a heart of gold and has Villanueva to keep the public fully Since 2015, Korean Cultural photo courtesy of the Korean Cultural Center tried to help individuals who have informed as LGBT people have a Center has opened the art engaged in unfortunate life deci- considerable and urgent interest in “USA History High desert” will be among the featured works. gallery to offer talented, profes- sions regarding substance abuse. a case that is so clearly linked to sional artists an opportunity to symbolized the beginning of his artistic references as it is in its That’s what happened in both the health and safety of our com- show their work to the public, artistic pursuit in the United references to the real world. And instances,” Amster said. “It’s a munity. The reports we have heard and this year’s program is called States, wherein Kim, in his own given the substance and palpa- tragedy. It’s as simple as that.” provide more questions than the L.A. Art Project. words, asks “Who am bility of such work, it is clear The attorney said Buck received answers. The fact is two black men In 2019, Korean Cultural I?” Unidentifiable masses of that Kim has designed it to be a call from the decedent late on have died at Mr. Buck’s home in Center has selected 10 artists darkness, conflicts, anxieties and part of the real world. Jan. 6 and the man asked to come less than two years. While much is and groups from over 64 sub- alienation in, as Kim states, “a “I am the one who makes over. The two had been friends for still to be learned, it appears this missions. foreign land and culture” is the art,” Kim said. “This is the more than 25 years and Buck reluc- tragedy is linked to substance use. Kim was born and raised in reflected in his early work. The purpose of my life. There is a tantly allowed the visit, Amster LGBT people and other marginal- Korea. He graduated from Hong Geo Series, which followed sensitive place in the human said. Shortly before 1 a.m., the man ized groups are at elevated risk for Ik University with a degree in Kim’s early work and which has mind that records your thoughts, began exhibiting what Amster impacts that result from the current fine art. He has resided in Los been part of Kim’s work for the words and actions. I dream every called “bizarre behavior” prior to epidemic uses of opioids, metham- Angeles since 1975. The exhibi- last 20 years, is motivated by night, and have an exciting losing consciousness. phetamine and other dangerous tion will look into his progres- those unidentifiable masses. moment. Ah! This is what I “Mr. Buck saw the man exhibit- drugs.” sively changed art style over 30 As Kim’s work has grown in needed. Yes, let’s do it! I run like ing behavior indicating he needed works. complexity and physical pres- crazy and start to make the one, medical assistance and called para- Critic and curator Peter Frank ence over the last several years, but it is always more difficult medics,” Amster added. “When described Kim as builder of it has embraced a wider variety than what I thought. I realize paramedics arrived, they were paintings. Answers from page 16 of visual and informational that I need more time. It must be unable to resuscitate him. He died Kim assembles his paintings experience, to the point where ripe. In other words, a lot of at the apartment.” and painted constructions not some of his works suggest dia- agony and effort goes into a pro- The sheriff’s department said just out of distinct and contrast- grams, architectural renderings, ject. It is not easy to be an Buck called 911 at approximately ing areas, colors and materials, maps and even games. artist.” 1:05 a.m., and he attempted CPR but out of complementary and Kim embraces a variety of The opening reception will be on the victim before paramedics dynamically counterposed artistic modalities, from mini- held on Friday, Jan. 11, at 7 p.m. arrived. Homicide detectives will shapes. In this sense Kim inher- malism to expressionism, con- at the center’s second floor art oversee the new death investiga- its directly from the geometric ceptualism to surrealism, gestur- gallery, located at 5505 Wilshire tion and conduct follow-up inter- artists of a century ago; he thinks al abstraction to pop. But not one Blvd. views and a secondary review of in clear contours and reasoned style defines his art. Indeed, For information, visit the 2017 death. The Los Angeles but dramatic compositions. Kim’s painting is as rich in its kccla.org or call (323)936-3014. County District Attorney’s Office Kim’s early abstract work will also review the new case and 22 January 10, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

TAG presents second annual ‘L.A. Open’ Bar bill returns to Legislature TAG Gallery presents the sec- ond annual L.A. Open, featuring for third consecutive year 118 artworks selected from more West Hollywood as a major tourist From page 1 than 850 submissions received in destination.” the greater Los Angeles area. According to the Centers for This exhibition inaugurates Disease Control and Prevention, TAG’s calendar year by exhibit- 10,387 people were killed in crash- ing works of local artists. The West Hollywood. The bill, SB 58, es involving drunk drivers in focus of this exhibition is to illus- would not require cities to allow California from 2003-12. In addi- trate that artists are strong and extended nightlife hours, but would tion to drunk driving concerns, crit- impactful when they come give them the option to extend alco- ics have been worried about the together to facilitate dialogue hol-serving houts to as late as 4 potential for increases in alcohol- amongst varied styles of works. a.m. for bars, restaurants and other related diseases. And the bill To this end, the viewer and artist venues with licenses. Los Angeles doesn’t provide state funding for alike are encouraged to make City Councilman Paul Koretz, 5th increased law enforcement, but it unapparent connections between District, has been one of the most allows cities to charge fees for addi- selected pieces and artists, reveal- prominent local voices against tional law enforcement to venues ing lay lines and webs of meaning extending nightlife hours. He has that extend their hours. that are sacred and unique to each been concerned that even if L.A. But other leaders in L.A., includ- viewer. photo courtesy of TAG Gallery decided against extending its ing Mayor Eric Garcetti, are among The juror for the L.A. Open is nightlife hours, there could be an the bill’s supporters. James Panozzo. Panozzo co- Los Angeles. He served as the unique programming and exhibi- influx of drunk driving to and from “Every community has its own founded TarFest, a free music and director of Lawrence Asher tion opportunities throughout the West Hollywood, which borders his needs, and cities should be able to art festival held annually at the Gallery from 2004-10, exhibiting year at its gallery on La Brea district. A spokeswoman from make informed decisions about LaBrea Tar Pits, in 2003. He con- emerging and mid-career painters, Avenue as well as other pop-up Koretz’s office said staff members what nightlife hours make sense for tinues to develop and manage pro- sculptors and installation artists. locations in important Los will review the new iteration of the residents, visitors, and neighbor- grams that provide opportunities Panozzo created the nonprofit Angeles neighborhoods. bill, and the councilman will con- hoods,” Garcetti said in a statement. to emerging artists at venues in the social enterprise LAUNCH LA in TAG Gallery is located at 5458 tinue his opposition. State Sen. Ben Allen (D-Santa Miracle Mile District as well as 2010 to oversee the production of Wilshire Blvd. For information, In West Hollywood, where Monica) was a co-author of last producing exemplary audience TarFest annually. visit taggallery.net. nightlife on the Sunset Strip and in year’s version of the bill, but not experiences in the arts throughout LAUNCH LA also presents Boystown are cornerstones of the this year’s. A representative from city’s economy, the business com- his office did not respond to a munity and City Council have request for comment. Co-authors of embraced the law. Mayor John SB 58 are Los Angeles-area Duran said the city would consider Assembly members Wendy Beverly Hills moving ahead with plans to multiple options besides a blanket 4 Carrillo and Miguel Santiago, both a.m. closing time if the law passes, Democrats. Assemblyman Jay such as extending nightlife hours Obernolte (R-Hesperia) is another add mixed-use building on Santa Monica only on weekends or holidays, or co-author. From page 1 used to stand at 9908 Santa Councilman Robert perhaps making 3 a.m. the cutoff. “California’s century-old, rigid 2 Monica Blvd., designed by archi- Wunderlich said it “would add He said the prevalence of ride-hail- a.m. closing time – which applies tect Sidney Eisenshtat, closed in vibrancy,” and Mayor Julian ing services like Uber and Lyft equally in large urban areas and comprising 27 residential condo- 2008, according to the nonprofit Gold called its approval a would reduce the likelihood of small farm towns – stifles our miniums and no retail. In Los Angeles Conservancy, after “unique moment in the history of more drunk driving. nighttime economy,” Wiener said September, the design was modi- last operating as Club 9900. A the city.” “West Hollywood has always in a statement. “Nightlife is so fied to eliminate the fifth floor, 2006 survey of commercial “It’s an opportunity for us to been an exciting place for Southern important for the culture and econ- making it a four-story project, structures in Beverly Hills said be proactive and finally plan,” California nightlife and entertain- omy of our cities. We should and the height was reduced to 47 the building was eligible for the Councilwoman Lili Bosse said. “ ment,” Duran said in a statement. embrace nightlife and give local feet from the ground to the roof- California Register of Historical … We have the chance to imag- “We should work with our residents communities the ability to tailor deck. Resources based, but it was ine and create a revitalized gate- and chamber of commerce to keep their nightlife to their own needs.” The Friars Club building that demolished in 2011. way to our beautiful city.”

Your friendly, neighborhood Natural History Museum hosting ‘Night of Ideas’ On Feb. 1, the Natural History Robert Lempert. Hardware Store Museum of Los Angeles County, “We are thrilled to bring in collaboration with the Cultural together this international group Family Owned and Operated Since 1961 Services of the French Embassy, of thought leaders and artists to will present the Los Angeles pro- focus on some of the most press- is now gram for “Night of Ideas” (La ing issues we face in our world, Nuit des idées), an annual, world- including global climate change,” wide event that celebrates the said Dr. Lori Bettison-Varga, stream of ideas between coun- museum president and director. tries, cultures and generations. “I think that by investigating this The event is part of a five-city intersection of science and art and U.S. series of all-night marathons collaborating with the French featuring discussions, screenings Embassy to host guests of this and performances. The Los caliber and diversity, participants Angeles lineup features a live will be inspired in new ways to “Liminal Soundbath” with Jónsi perceive global challenges and, of Sigur Rós, Alex Somers and more importantly, effect change.” Paul Corley – an experience that “It is an honor to partner with unfolds in the landmark North the Natural History Museum of American Mammal Hall. There Los Angeles County to host the photo courtesy of the will also be a performance about annual Night of Ideas festival,” Natural History Museum climate change by Los Angeles said Christophe Lemoine, consul Baroque, led by seismologist general of France in Los Angeles. Los Angeles, to explore ecologi- Lucy Jones; a vegan fashion “This historic and beloved insti- cal and climate change though an show organized by Emmanuelle tution, which is driven to explore interdisciplinary lens at the inter- Rienda and Le Frenchlab to kick both the past and the present, is section of science, nature and art. off Vegan Fashion Week; screen- the ideal setting for guests to The museum will activate its gal- ings of French films from the explore these topics through new leries, diorama halls, theater and Fonds régionaux d’art contempo- collaborations and dialogues.” public spaces, inviting intellectu- Come see what’s new! rain (regional collections of con- This year’s Night of Ideas als, researchers, musicians and temporary art – Frac); and musi- theme, “Facing Our Time,” artists to illuminate these topics cal performances by DJ Bobby explores questions related to the through engaging lectures and Same great service! French and DJ Mr. Swift. nature of the current political, conversations, live musical and Prominent speakers and panelists social and ecological moment, dance performances, readings, art will include acting Paris Mayor ways to effect change in installations, screenings, and Christophe Girard, architect response, and the power of imag- much more. 7769 Santa Monica Blvd. • West Hollywood Kulapat Yantrasast, President of ination and creativity. The Night The Natural History Museum the French National Museum of of Ideas event in Los Angeles is is located at 900 Exposition 323-656-7028 Natural History Bruno David, organized by the museum and the Blvd. For information, visit and Nobel Peace Prize laureate consulate general of France in nhm.org. www.tashmans.com Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 January 10, 2019

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