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Volume 31 No. 12 Serving the Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities March 25, 2021 WeHo commissioner Pan Pacific Park shelter closing in May n Homeless facility accused of embezzlement faces pushback from n Sunnanon allegedly took $50K from nonprofit some in community

BY CAMERON KISZLA California city governments. BY EDWIN FOLVEN Sunnanon served as executive A West Hollywood commission- director of the ICA from June 2017 Los Angeles City er is facing an accusation that he to September 2019, according to a Councilwoman Nithya Raman, embezzled approximately $50,000 report filed on Feb. 5 at the Los 4th District, disclosed plans that from a government-related non- Angeles County Sheriff’s the emergency shelter for home- profit. Department’s West Hollywood less individuals at the Pan Pacific Tai Sunnanon, who chairs the Station. If appropriate, the matter Park recreation center would West Hollywood Public Facilities would be referred to the Los remain open for two more Commission, is alleged to have Angeles County District Attorney’s months. stolen from the Independent Cities Emergency shelters created at Association, a group of Southern See Sunnanon page 25 Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks facilities are scheduled to close on March 31, photo by Edwin Folven but the Los Angeles County Approximately 75 people are currently staying at an emergency shel- Homeless Services Authority has ter for homeless individuals at Pan Pacific Park. allocated resources to keep the emergency shelter in Pan Pacific May 31,” he added. Serve, a nonprofit operating the Park open through the end of May, Approximately 75 people are emergency shelter, to ensure there according to Raman’s staff. The currently staying at the shelter. are no recurring issues involving additional time was necessary to Once it closes on May 31, a reno- people camping around the recre- prevent people in the process of vation project will begin in the ation center or in the park. First to transitioning into permanent hous- recreation center’s gymnasium, Serve is providing 24-hour securi- ing from returning to living on the with plans for work to be finished ty in the recreation center and has streets, Raman’s spokesman Jesse by mid-summer and programs to committed to helping people who Zwick said. resume, Zwick said. arrive at the shelter when it’s full photo courtesy of Tai Sunnanon “There is no plan for a perma- In the meantime, Raman’s staff to find alternative housing, includ- Tai Sunnanon, chair of the West Hollywood Public Facilities Commission, nent shelter in Pan Pacific Park or will work with the Department of is accused of embezzling from the Independent Cities Association. for the shelter to remain open past Recreation and Parks and First to See Shelter page 26 Galleries, museums prepare to reopen BH resident reunites n Institutions expanded reach during pandemic BY JUSTIN SAYERS Holocaust survivors n Shoah Foundation decades searching for With local pandemic conditions Annemarie, devoting a chapter to improving, and health and govern- indexer reconnects her friend in the book she wrote, ment officials loosening restrictions friends after 82 years “Once My Name Was Sara: A on what types of businesses can Memoir,” and mentioning her in open, many museums and art gal- BY CAMERON KISZLA speeches to schools, religious leries have started – or plan – to organizations and community reopen their doors to the public. When escaping Nazi Germany groups. That has prompted optimism with her family more than 80 “She would always say to the among local leaders in the arts com- years ago, Betty Grebenschikoff schoolkids, if you ever hear of munity who discussed reopening was separated from her best Annemarie, let me know,” said plans, how they withstood the friend, Annemarie. Betty Grebenschikoff’s daughter, financial impacts of pandemic clo- Grebenschikoff, who now sures and their role in recent social lives in Florida, spent the ensuing See Holocaust page 25 justice movements during a virtual photo by Justin Sayers meeting of the Greater Miracle LACMA, which will reopen on April 1, is one of many museums and art Mile Chamber of Commerce on galleries that pivoted to virtual exhibitions during the pandemic. Thursday, March 18. “We’re just very, very excited to be back,” said John Rice, marketing museum will have six new exhibi- tions came to a halt last year when director for the Los Angeles County tions, as well as extensions of some government officials took measures Museum of Art. “We’re just very, exhibitions that were on display to curb the spread of the coron- very excited to have everyone when the museum closed more than avirus, such as banning gathering in back.” a year ago. public indoor spaces. The museum will reopen on “Of course I’m excited about all Museum and gallery leaders April 1 – also the museum’s birth- of them, but there are some recent admitted the closures were devas- day – and be limited to 25% capac- acquisitions that we’ve made that tating, but also forced them to get ity, with social distancing and mask have some really beautiful works in creative in how they reached the photo by Rachael Cerrotti/courtesy of USC Shoah Foundation wearing required. Tickets must be them,” Rice said. public, such as virtual exhibits, Betty Grebenschikoff and Ana María Wahrenberg plan to meet for purchased in advance. He said the Operations at the cultural institu- See Museums page 26 the first time in more than eight decades for Rosh Hashanah. 2 March 25, 2021 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press CALENDAR

Progressives retain most seats company.org. RSVP by visiting ther- spectators must be pre-registered to Carthay Circle obeytheatrecompany.org. participate. 6060 Wilshire Blvd. Theatre history (323)930-2277, petersen.org. in Mid City West election Step back in time with the Art Deco Mexican film By justin sayers Society of Los Angeles with a virtual “Cocktails at the Carthay Circle Latin American Cinemateca of Los Sundays Live Angeles presents the second annual The Los Angeles City Clerk’s Theatre” event on Friday, March 26, at 7 p.m., via Zoom. Join spirits advi- “Cine Nepantla” on Friday March 26, at LACMA Office released results for the first featuring the Mexican horror docu- Experience some of the best local and batch of elections of the Los sors Beth and James Silverman, orig- inal bartenders at the Carthay Circle mentary “Feral.” Directed by the international performers and emerging Angeles Neighborhood Councils, Restaurant and Lounge in Disney’s emerging Mexican filmmaker Andrés chamber music artists in encore pro- including the Mid City West California Ad- Kaiser, “Feral” is set in the Oaxacan grams from the Community Council, on Tuesday, venture, as they mountains and involves videotaped 30-year history March 23. share moments diaries and interviews revealing a of Sundays Live Those totals showed that 32 of and history shocking series of horrific events at LACMA. Join the 35 seats on the Mid City West about the origi- involving a psy- the museum on Community Council, which repre- nal theater – one choanalyst priest Sunday, March map courtesy of Mid City West sents areas including Park La Brea, of Hollywood’s and his child 28, from 6 to 7 the Melrose and Fairfax districts, First results from the Mid City West grand movie patients. The p.m. for a virtual Beverly Grove and Miracle Mile, Community Council showed the palaces – while film can be encore perfor- are likely to be held by candidates Mid City West Progressive Slate is crafting cocktails. The Carthay Circle viewed anytime mance featuring harpist Cristina that aligned themselves with the leading in 32 of 35 seats. Theatre was located on San Vicente from March 26- Montes Mateo with Susan Greenberg Mid City West Progressive Slate. Boulevard south of Wilshire 18 and includes a (flute), Madalyn Parnas Möller (vio- “Obviously, it’s a vindication that Boulevard from 1926-69. The post-screening lin), Virginie d’Avezac (viola) and discussion with Kaiser and screen- the community agrees with our pro- the Mid City West Council. The 35 Silvermans will also explore other Juliette Herlin (cello). They will per- writer and critic Guido Segal. The form works by Haydn, Saint-Saëns gressive values and progressive seats are broken into six categories: Disney recreations of art deco archi- tecture. Tickets are $10 for ADSLA cost is $5. lacla.uscreen.io. and other composers. The concert was platform,” said Michael Schneider, three homeowner representatives, originally recorded on Dec. 1, 2019. a progressive slate candidate who five renter representatives, six non- members; $14 for nonmembers. art- decola.org. Viewing is free. lacma.org. won a business seat after previously profit representatives, six business serving as a representative in Zone representatives, seven geographic How to create a 2. zone representatives and eight at- solo show Temple Beth El He pointed to the closeness of large representatives. The Robey Solo performer Jessica Lynn Johnson some of the results – two of which The election, which featured all will offer a free workshop on “The Passover were decided by a single vote, one mail-in ballots, was held earlier this Theatre Company The Robey Theatre Company con- Art of Creating the One-Woman Hollywood Temple Beth El is holding in his slate’s favor – as evidence of month. The results are considered tinues its Evening Conversation Show” on Saturday, March 27, at 10 its annual “Some Enchanted 2nd the importance of the election. unofficial and will be formalized by series with a discussion about a.m., via Zoom. The 90-minute work- Seder” on the second night of “When I was campaigning, I April 1. Winning candidates will COVID-19 on Friday, March 26, at shop is offered to artists interested in Passover on Sunday, March 28, at 7 would tell people your vote would take over their seats by the next 6 p.m., via Zoom. The pandemic has creating or further developing a solo p.m. The theme is “next year in our really matter and sometimes things general board meeting, scheduled had a disproportionate impact on the show. The program is being offered kitchen” and the program includes are won by a vote or two – and that to be held via Zoom on April 13. Black community. Millena Gay, in conjunction with the 28th annual elements from different Jewish tradi- happened,” he said. Almost all of this year’s Mid City chair of the Robey Creative Content Los Angeles Women’s Theatre tions. Suggested minimum donation The neighborhood councils, West candidates lumped them- Committee and special events pro- Festival. To register, visit lawtf.org. is $18. eventbrite.com/e/some- which are overseen by the city of selves into a pair of slates, one ducer, will moderate the panel with enchanted-2nd-night-seder-goes-on- Los Angeles’ Department of focused on promoting progressive Dr. Roshonda Clemons, a practicing line-tickets-143877859551. Neighborhood Empowerment, issues and the other focused on physician specializing in pediatrics; Breakfast Club were created to serve as advisory amplifying the voices of the com- Katherine Conte, director of STEM bodies to allow volunteers to advo- munity. partnerships and outreach at Cruise-in Virtual Passover cate for their communities to elect- The Progressive Slate candidates American University; Dr. Matthew Don’t miss the March Breakfast Club Enjoy a virtual Passover experience ed officials on issues like develop- are advocating for key policy posi- Conte, principal investigator in viral Cruise-in with with the National Council of Jewish ment, homelessness and emergency tions, including promoting social genetics and emerging diseases for the Petersen Women Los Angeles on Thursday, preparedness. and racial equity; accessibility in the Viral Diseases Branch at Walter Automotive Mu- April 11. Chef Lior Hillel of Bacari More than 70 candidates ran for the region, whether it’s alternative Reed Army Institute of Research; seum on Sunday, will lead a pre-event cooking demon- stration. The program also includes modes of transportation or safe Dr. Curtrina Strozier, an obstetrician March 28, from 8 to 11 a.m. The celebrity guests, music, food, wine streets with vehicles; and address- and gynecologist at St. Francis OB/GYN Physician Partners; and museum will and celebration, and raises funds to ing homelessness. Dr. Joseph E. Pierson, medical direc- host a morning advance economic justice for women. The Mid City West Community tor and CEO of Allied Health of conversation Tickets start at $50. First Slate was formed as a Solutions. Questions may be and cars and owners can bring their ncjwla.wufoo.com/forms/zspwjwd0h response to what stakeholders felt emailed to info@therobeytheatre- vehicles for display. All vehicles and w1ag5. Founded 1946 was the progressive members act- P.O. 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See Election page 7 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 3 March 25, 2021 WeHo might yank animal services from L.A. County n City could contract “The city of L.A. can do a better who have experienced issues with job than the county and it would be the county’s animal control ser- with Los Angeles more convenient for our residents,” vices, saying he’s not comfortable Councilwoman Lauren Meister with contracting with the county BY JUSTIN SAYERS said. “While I understand financial- again. He also said there is limited ly at this moment we might not accountability on whether a pet The West Hollywood city council want to change our contracts, what from West Hollywood that ends up recently took the first steps toward I would love to see is a commitment at the shelter receives vet care or moving their animal care and con- from our council that we do want to may be killed. trol services to the city of Los pursue a relationship with the city He added that he hopes this is the Angeles and away from Los of Los Angeles and do what we can start of West Hollywood discussing photo by Justin Sayers Angeles County, which has handled to bring down those costs and then whether to eventually create their The West Los Angeles Animal Shelter, located about seven miles away the task since the city’s inception. have a discussion that we can move own facility. from West Hollywood, would be used to store lost and found animals as The council members expressed forward with this when we want to “I actually think it is another opposed to a shelter in Carson, about 26 miles away. support for the change during the do so.” opportunity for us to develop a real March 15 meeting, unanimously Councilwoman Sepi Shyne said no-kill facility in SoCal,” he said. passing a motion to initiate discus- she adopted her dog from the West Hollywood has long consid- in the full-service West Los Angeles provide animal control. sions with the city of L.A. to see if Carson shelter, which is located ered shifting its services away from facility, which is only seven miles “I just can’t even imagine that we projected costs of a new contract, approximately 26 miles away from the county, according to a staff away. could cost that much,” Meister said. which are estimated to be approxi- West Hollywood, and that her res- memo. They last renewed the con- Meister said she’d also like the Danny Rivas, the city’s code mately $60,000 higher annually due cue pet was traumatized by other tract with the county in 2019, and city to consider working with West compliance manager, cautioned to administrative costs, could be dogs barking. extended it through June 2024 with Hollywood veterinarians for hous- that the city should not fully com- reduced. “Carson shelter is known as a the caveat that staff would return ing lost and found animals. mit to the new animal care contract But the council members said high-kill shelter. It’s a scary place later with an analysis of other “Perhaps we can think about amid the pandemic, which has that despite the cost, moving under for animals. It is very, very far,” she potential options. establishing some relationships strained cities financially. But he Los Angeles Animal Services said. “The fact that it is so far away That analysis found that staff has with the veterinarians in our city to said the current contract leaves the would better serve the community, and our residents may have no no way to track the response times see if there is any interest in helping city the ability to break services citing the location of the county’s choice but to have their lost pet by county animal control officers in this way,” Meister said. “Usually with the county before the con- shelter in Carson, complaints from there and not be able to reach that and no guaranteed level of service they go to the vet anyway to see if tract’s end. West Hollywood residents about pet there. … We’ve got to move in built into the contract. Additionally they’re chipped.” Rivas said that staff previously the current services and the desire this new direction.” the county has been open about how A cost analysis found that the city met with representatives from the to move in a new direction regard- Councilman John Erickson said hard it is to service West Hollywood of L.A. could provide the same ser- city of L.A. and got the sense that ing animal control. he’s heard from many residents because of the location, while also vices – animal housing, field ser- they were not open to negotiate a hearing complaints from residents vices, animal shelter intake, etc. – at lower cost estimate, but that those regarding response times. a lesser amount than L.A. County. discussions did not formally West Hollywood is currently ser- But the overall cost would be more involve a negotiation. viced by three facilities for lost and than $60,000 higher because of a He was asked by staff whether found animals – the private Amanda nearly $70,000 estimate for over- the city and the county were the Foundation in Beverly Hills, as well head services. only two potential options for ani- as the SPCLA facility in Hawthorne In the motion, councilmembers mal care services, saying that previ- (15 miles away) and county shelter directed staff to see if they could ous research found that very few in Carson. If full, the Amanda reduce those costs based on private organizations are willing to Foundation takes them to economies of scale considering that take on the services. Hawthorne. The contract with the the city of L.A. already contracts “That more or less is going to be city of L.A. would shelter animals with the city of Beverly Hills to your two,” Rivas said.

illustration courtesy of the city of West Hollywood West Hollywood will now allow businesses located along North Fairfax Avenue to apply for permits to sell beer, wine and alcohol. WeHo reverses course, allows alcohol sales on Fairfax Avenue BY JUSTIN SAYERS ability to create a small, local spot where people can enjoy a nice The West Hollywood Council early warm dinner and enjoy a approved allowing restaurants to beer or a glass of wine. … I do sell alcohol, wine and beer along believe that we are an asset to the a mixed-commercial-and-resi- community.” dential stretch of North Fairfax The area – known as the R3C- Avenue just south of Santa C district – was established in Monica Boulevard. Dec. 2017 with the intent to form The approval, which passed 4- a region that incentivized resi- 1 during the March 15 council dential development in new meeting, reverses a decision of mixed use or 100% residential the previous council to prohibit buildings while prohibiting 100% the sale of alcohol in the zone – commercial buildings. The coun- the east side of Fairfax between cil’s rezoning banned alcohol Santa Monica and Romaine sales with a minor conditional Street – when the area was use permit, which were previous- rezoned back in 2017. ly allowed. Councilman John D’Amico, Some business owners in the who voted against the motion, area asked for the change, and the said the change strays away from rezoning was brought to the city’s the original intent for the devel- Planning Commission in opment of the district. November as part of a broader “The goal of this part of the zoning change, allowing alcohol city was to create an atmosphere sales in closer proximity to resi- of a slowed down indoor-outdoor dential areas. After initially dining atmosphere that is com- rejecting the proposal, citing fortable for neighborhood dining neighborhood concerns, the and perhaps destination dining,” Planning Commission recom- he said. mended the approval of minor Dennis Nelson, the CEO of conditional use permits for alco- Grain Traders, which is located hol sales solely for the R3C-C along the stretch, and involved district in February. with the development of a coffee “The Planning Commission shop and dessert bar in the area, wanted to limit that because they spoke during the meeting and were concerned about projects said that providing beer and wine spanning those districts and their would help the businesses’ sur- ability to further impact and fur- vival. ther be open to the district behind “What we’re looking for is not a nightclub,” he said. “It’s the See Fairfax page 25 4 March 25, 2021 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Asian American leaders call for an end to hate n Authorities decry recent attacks against AAPI community By edwin folven

Local public officials and commu- nity leaders have denounced a recent increase in hate crimes targeting photo courtesy of the LAPD’s Wilshire Division members of the Asian American and Officers have been providing a high-profile presence throughout the Pacific Islander community. Attacks Wilshire Division, including holding roll call meetings in the field. against the AAPI community have steadily increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, authorities photo courtesy of the KAFLA said, and public outcry was height- Approximately 100 cars participated in a parade on March 19 to raise ened after a mass shooting on March awareness about hate crimes targeting Asian Americans. Police hope downward crime 16 in Georgia claimed eight lives, including six women of Asian descent. On March 19, dozens of community about reporting hate dents surging against Asian trend continues along Melrose people participated in a car parade on crimes and incidents so police can Americans, it’s vital to stand with our By edwin folven of the organization, said he is cau- the streets of Koreatown to raise investigate. AAPI community and commit our- tiously optimistic the situation is awareness about crimes against the “The LAPD stands by the AAPI selves to confronting aggression and Crime in the Melrose District is improving. AAPI community and to send a mes- community and the community discrimination in all its forms,” Feuer decreasing as a result of additional “It definitely is [improving] in sage that hate will not be tolerated. organizations taking a stand and said. “From the early days of police presence and enforcement terms of crime along Melrose. It’s Organized by the Korean American putting out the united front that hate COVID, my office has worked to during the past two months, been quieter and it’s noticeable, Federation of Los Angeles, the has no place in our society,” LAPD protect our Asian-American neigh- authorities and residents said. and the statistics show that to be parade included approximately 100 Deputy Chief Blake Chow said. bors, and we’ll continue to collabo- Two male suspects arrested on true,” Nichols said. “I am so grate- vehicles. “Our message to the community is rate with community members and March 11 were likely connected to ful about that. One of the things is “Enough is enough,” said James we have an intolerance of hate law enforcement partners to tackle some of the hold-ups in the area, these walks. [Capt. Paulson] is An, president of the Korean crimes and hate incidents. I want to this disturbing trend head-on. I want but police believe a larger crew is spearheading her plan to have American Federation of Los encourage people, encourage the to emphasize that my office’s Hate likely responsible for other recent these throughout the division, and Angeles. “For more than a year, our community, that if you see some- Crimes Unit will thoroughly review street robberies and the investiga- I think it is a good idea.” society has failed to properly thing, say something. I know we any case referred to us and, when it’s tion continues, said Capt. Shannon The walks, socially distanced acknowledge thousands of docu- have used that mantra many times, warranted, aggressively prosecute.” Paulson, of the Los Angeles Police with people wearing masks, will mented attacks on Asian Americans but if you see an incident that rises to The city of West Hollywood also Department’s Wilshire Division. provide a greater show of unity in and Pacific Islanders. The Atlanta the level of a hate incident or a hate condemned the attack in Georgia, The names of the two suspects in neighborhoods, Paulson said. killing spree is only the latest and crime, we need you to call 911 or flag and ordered that flags in the city be custody have not been released. People who want to get involved in most vicious of these hate crimes. It down an officer, because we will flown at half-staff through March 22 Paulson said one is an adult and helping to organize a walk, or vol- is very clear this was a targeted send an officer out to do an investiga- in commemoration of the victims. the other a juvenile. unteer with the LAPD in other killing [at] three Asian-run business- tion. We need you to report it. We U.S. Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Torrance) “We can conclusively tie them capacities, can contact the Wilshire es. We need to call it like it is – a hate need the public to call us if they see offered condolences to the victims’

to three of the crimes,” Paulson Division’s Community Relations crime involving Asian Americans. something.” families. said. “Everything is still under Office at (213)473-0200, or email Innocent people went to work one Other local leaders also denounced “Horrified by the news of the mass investigation. We still have [email protected]. day and didn’t come home.” the attack last week and crimes tar- shooting in Atlanta,” Lieu tweeted on unsolved cases, and we believe Other members of the commu- While many believe the attack was geting the AAPI community. the day of the murders. “Our hearts there are suspects who are still out nity agreed that police have been a hate crime, authorities in Georgia “After what happened a week ago go out to the families of all the vic- there.” more vigilant in recent weeks. have only charged the alleged gun- in Atlanta, I am not only angry, our tims of this terrible act and the entire The LAPD has addressed Former Los Angeles County man with murder and aggravated community is angry. This comes on AAPI community. Enough is crime in the Melrose District with Supervisor and local resident Zev assault. An said the AAPI communi- the heels of 2020 when we saw an enough. We must join together in the multiple resources including Yaroslavsky said he is grateful for ty is scared of similar attacks in Los increase in hate crimes in the Asian- fight to stop AAPI hate.” vehicle, bike and foot patrols, as the police presence and confident Angeles and has asked law enforce- American community,” said Los Authorities said anyone who is a well as the mounted unit and the LAPD will solve the crime ment and public officials for support. Angeles City Councilman John Lee, victim or witnesses a hate crime undercover operations. While problems. The Los Angeles Police Department 12th District. “We cannot be quiet should call 911. If the crime occurred robberies were still higher divi- “I don’t know if it’s COVID- denounced the attacks in Georgia about the injustices that happened to previously, people should contact sion-wide as of March 19, with related or what the reason is, but I and hate crimes against the AAPI our community or any other commu- police in the city where the crime 20 more in 2021 than during the feel this area has had more than its community, and is devoting nity. We need change, and that occurred. Crimes may be reported to same year-to-date period last fair share of serious crime. It was a resources to combat similar crimes in change begins with all of us.” the LAPD by calling year, aggravated assaults were serious trend and people are quite Los Angeles. While there is no immi- Los Angeles City Attorney Mike (877)LAPD247, the Beverly Hills down 11.8% (nine less than last concerned about it,” Yaroslavsky nent threat, hate crimes against the Feuer also stood by the AAPI com- Police Department by calling year) and burglaries were down said. “I know the police are on it. AAPI community have increased in munity and said he will do every- (310)550-4951, and the West 11.8% (23 fewer than in 2020). They have focused their attention recent weeks, police confirmed. One thing he can to address the problem. Hollywood Sheriff’s Station at “Things are definitely trending on it and have had task forces on goal is to increase awareness in the “With pandemic-fueled hate inci- (310)855-8850. downward in the right direction, Melrose. You sense a greater possibly because of the efforts police presence in the neighbor- that have been made,” Paulson hoods these days. They are show- said. “It’s something we hope to ing their presence and more continue.” importantly, they are targeting the Paulson said she also wants to people committing these crimes increase community involvement and addressing the problem.” in fighting crime, and plans to host Nichols said he hopes the a series of gatherings or walks in enforcement will continue, and different neighborhoods to enable with it, reductions in crime. officers and residents to become “They are definitely having an better acquainted. The first walk impact,” Nichols added. “You’d was held yesterday evening with have to be living under a rock not the Melrose Action Neighborhood to know the heat is on in the Watch. Peter Nichols, co-founder Melrose area.” Man dies in fire on Sycamore A 66-year-old man died on March Stewart said. Fans were used to 22 after a fire erupted in his apart- clear smoke from the top floor. ment in the 500 block of North Firefighters found the victim inside Sycamore Avenue, just south of the unit and paramedics attempted Clinton Street. life-saving care for severe smoke The Los Angeles Fire inhalation. The victim was taken to Department received reports of a hospital, where he later died. smoke coming from a unit in the No other injuries were reported, three-story building at approximate- and the cause of the fire remains ly 4:10 p.m. and arrived at the scene under investigation, Stewart said. minutes later. The first firefighters The LAFD Arson and Counter- to arrive entered the unit and extin- Terrorism Section is conducting the guished the flames in 16 minutes, investigation, which is protocol for LAFD spokeswoman Margaret a fatality fire, she added. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 March 25, 2021 6 March 25, 2021 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Amoeba Music returning to Hollywood n Store to open on Walk Lane said. “The neighborhood in hours there digging through their general has been great for us, visi- treasures.” of Fame on April 1 tors and locals being able to get to Beyond serving customers, musi- BY CAMERON KISZLA us. We preserved that while making cians and artists will also eventually it easier in some ways with the return for in-store signings and per- Famed records store Amoeba Metro right there.” formances, Lane said. The store Music Hollywood will reopen in its Kristopher Larson, president and will comply with COVID-19 new location next week. Amoeba, CEO of the Hollywood Partnership, restrictions – reduced capacity lim- which closed a year ago in response the nonprofit that oversees the its and mask requirements, among to the COVID-19 pandemic, has Hollywood Entertainment District, other measures – when it reopens, readied its new location at 6200 said in a statement they are “so and once it’s safe, performers will Hollywood Blvd. for an April 1 excited for the teams at Amoeba once again take the in-store stage. grand opening, said Kara Lane, the Music and at the El Centro commu- “Like live music venues every- marketing/events director for nity for this great addition to where, we’re not sure exactly when Amoeba. Hollywood Boulevard.” that will be, but the place was built “With all the anticipation, [April “It is such a statement to the with a permanent stage, so it photo courtesy of Amoeba 1] was the soonest we could be brand power and positioning of remains part of what we’ll be able The new Amoeba location in Hollywood will offer DVDs and Blu-rays, ready to open the doors. There’s no Hollywood that Amoeba made to do again,” Lane said. posters and books in addition to music and merchandise. April Fools’ association intended, staying in the community a priority but we’ve been answering many as they sought out a new home,” social media questions, and it for Larson said. “Additionally, the sure is real,” Lane said. reopening comes at an important The opening event, which is turning point for the recovery of the being held on a Thursday so the storefront economy in our commu- store can test its systems with less nity, as months of closures and demand than presented by “a poten- quarantine are giving way to tially busier weekend,” will feature reopening, the return of tourism and limited edition posters as a gift with an improved outlook on the purchase, Lane said. resiliency of Hollywood.” She added that Amoeba is Entertainment industry stars have “already being overwhelmed by the joined the business community in positive response to picking an welcoming Amoeba back to busi- opening day” for its new location, ness in Hollywood. Famed artists which is in the ground floor of the such as Flea of the Red Hot Chili El Centro complex near Hollywood Peppers and actor, comedian and and Vine. drummer Fred Armisen expressed Amoeba, which was located at excitement about the new Amoeba Sunset and Cahuenga boulevards location in a statement released by for two decades, has a passionate the store. fanbase, many of whom were disap- “There are very few things on pointed when the Sunset site was this Earth that could make me hap- approved for a 26-story mixed-use pier than leafing through rows and building in 2019. rows of records, marveling at all However, the move to a new the music, the artwork, the world- location comes with benefits for wide family of musicians that are customers, especially when it all brought together in a great comes to transportation. Not only record store,” said Flea, who can customers drive – parking vali- attended Fairfax High School. dation is included with purchase – “Since I earned my first pennies as but bus lines and the Metro Red a teenager, I’d spend them careful- Line subway serve the new Amoeba ly after hours of researching home, which is near the Pantages through the records at my local Theatre, Funko Hollywood and the record store. There is no better Fonda Theatre. place for this sacred search than “Being right in the heart of Amoeba. I am thrilled they are Hollywood was the main goal,” reopening and will spend untold WeHo sales tax going into effect The city of West Hollywood is helping local businesses survive. reminding local shoppers and Currently, the maximum sales businesses that a sales tax rate tax rate allowed in any jurisdic- change will go into effect on tion in Los Angeles County is Thursday, April 1. The sales tax 10.25%. The sales tax rate in rate in the city of West West Hollywood, prior to the Hollywood will increase from implementation of Measure E, 9.5% to 10.25%. had been set at 9.5%. The In the November 2020 elec- Measure E sales tax increase tion, West Hollywood voters ensures that new 0.75% sales tax approved Measure E, which revenues are kept local. Under enacts a 0.75% sales tax to the 9.5% sales tax rate, the city address the COVID-19 revenue was receiving approximately 1% shortfall and longer-term impacts of the 9.5% sales tax rate and the to the economy from COVID-19. remaining 8.5% was allocated to Businesses are being reminded to other taxing entities including the update point-of-sale systems state of California and Los accordingly. Angeles County. Like many cities in California, As the city of West Hollywood the city of West Hollywood has continues to respond to a shortfall been affected by the significant in revenue due to the COVID-19 financial impacts of COVID-19. pandemic, Measure E will help The city is projected to lose as the city maintain services West much as $35 million in revenue Hollywood residents have indicat- over the 2020 and 2021 fiscal ed are important, including: years, equal to approximately a addressing homelessness, expand- 20% decline in revenue. The new ing health and mental health ser- tax rate could generate approxi- vices, retaining local businesses mately $11 million annually. and jobs, keeping public areas Measure E funds will help prevent clean and safe, maintaining HIV cuts to programs and services that and AIDS health services, and are critical to residents and could supporting disaster preparedness. otherwise help the city recover For information, visit weho.org from the current crisis, such as or contact West Hollywood protecting public health, working Revenue Manager Annie Ruiz at with local nonprofits to help com- (323)848-6499 or at munity members in need, and [email protected]. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 March 25, 2021 Election CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE INVITING SEALED BIDS results FOR WESTBOURNE DR WATER SEEPAGE MITIGATION, CIP 2105 released IN THE CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD From page 2 PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of West Hollywood as AGENCY, invites sealed bids to be received *Shem J. Bitterman: 573 votes only by submitting electronically at *Don Whitehead: 554 votes ^Lee Kondo: 403 votes https://www.weho.org/city-government/city-departments/public-works/bids or http://www.planetbids.com/portal/por- ^Michael Malone: 370 votes tal.cfm?CompanyID=22761 for the above stated project and will only receive such bids no later than the hour of 5:00 P.M. on April 22, 2021 at Renters which time or thereafter said bids will be electronically opened and available online. Bids received after this time *Lynda La Rose: 568 votes *Adam Gerber: 558 votes will be considered to be non-responsive. *Lauren Borchard: 556 votes *Tyler Lambert-Perkins: No pre-bid meeting is scheduled. 530 votes *Xander Wikstrom: 528 votes ^Kelly Kaufman: 380 votes The work to be done consists of furnishing all materials, equipment, tools, labor, and incidentals as required by the ^Dinah Perez: 377 votes Plans, Specifications, and Contract Documents for the above stated project. The general items of work include sub- ^Rachel Shultz: 355 votes surface drainage system construction, storm drain pipeline construction, trench resurfacing, pavement preparation, ^Charles A. Lindenblatt: 353 votes cold milling, street resurfacing, pavement striping and markings, adjustment of manhole frame and utility cover to ^Margaret Rose Flores: 352 votes grade, and other items not mentioned that are required by the plans and specifications. #Juan Thomas Kimble: 47 votes #Kendall Durkee: 31 votes Bids must be submitted electronically for the exact item(s) requested in the bid specifications. Copies of the plans, Business specifications, and contract documents are available for free from the City of West Hollywood website *Lauren Nichols: 571 votes https://www.weho.org/city-government/city-departments/public-works/bids or http://www.planetbids.com/portal/por- *Isack Fadlon: 569 votes *Jenny Morataya: 568 votes tal.cfm?CompanyID=22761 *Maria Malbas: 548 votes *Michael Schneider: 547 votes Each bid submitted electronically is required to be accompanied by the Proposal Documents; Proposal, Bidder’s In- *Will Hackner: 538 votes formation, Proposal Bid Schedule (enter online), List of Subcontractors (enter online), Registration with the Calif. ^Devin Galaudet: 361 votes ^Rita Hand: 360 votes Dept of Industrial Relations Form, References, Designator of Sureties, Bid Bond, Bidder’s Violation of Law/Safety ^Suzan Horne: 355 votes Questionnaire, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Certificate of Non-Discrimination by Contractors, Statement Acknowledging ^Brian Harris: 346 votes Penal & Civil Penalties Concerning Contractors’ Licensing Laws, Addendum Acknowledgement, and all additional ^J. Michael Shoemaker: 335 votes documentation required by the Instructions to Bidders. Bids must be submitted on the Agency’s bid forms. ^Elizabeth Wilson: 298 votes

Nonprofit Organizations The bid must be accompanied by certified or cashier’s check, or bidder’s bond, made payable to the AGENCY for *Arnali Ray: 573 votes an amount no less than ten percent (10%) of the total bid price. Any proposal not accompanied by such a guarantee *Lindsey Chase: 561 votes will not be considered. *Lyndsey Bonomolo: 549 votes *Ghermayn Baker: 538 votes *Daniel Schoorl: 529 votes Any contract entered into pursuant to this notice will incorporate the provisions of the State Labor Code. Pursuant *Andrew Werner 528 votes to the provisions of Section 1773.2 of the Labor Code of the State of California, the minimum prevailing rate of per ^Tee Mitchell: 386 votes diem wages for each craft, classification, or type of workman needed to execute the contract shall be those deter- ^Steven Luftman: 378 votes mined by the Director of Industrial Relations of the State of California, which are on file at the City Hall, City of West ^Patrick Seamans: 364 votes ^William Hochhaus: 354 votes Hollywood, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, California 90069, and are available to any interested ^Zachariah Siciliano: 351 votes party on request. ^James Binaski: 331 votes #Derrick Henry: 31 votes Attention is directed to the provisions of Section 1777.5 (Chapter 1411, Statutes of 1968) and 1777.5 of the Labor Code concerning the employment of apprentices by the Contractor or any such subcontractor under him. Affirmative Members At-Large *Taylor Holland: 572 votes action to ensure against discrimination in employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, *Melissa Algaze: 559 votes sex, religion, sexual orientation, or handicap will also be required. *David Mann: 552 votes *Nanette Barrutia: 543 votes The AGENCY will deduct a 5-percent retention from all progress payments as specified in Section 7-3.2 of these *Benjamin Kram: 543 votes *Christian La Mont: 538 votes specifications. The Contractor may substitute an escrow holder surety of equal value to the retention. The Contractor *J. Keith Van Straaten: 516 votes shall be beneficial owner of the surety and shall receive any interest thereon. *Sky Whitehead: 507 votes ^Victoria Yoon: 417 votes The AGENCY hereby affirmatively ensures that minority business enter prises will be afforded full opportunity to sub- ^Ellen Ehrlich: 403 votes ^Sharon Mastropietro Malone: mit bids in response to this notice and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, 382 votes ancestry, sex, or religion in any consideration leading to the award of contract. ^Carisa Barah: 367 votes ^Michael Conway: 356 votes In entering into a public works contract, or a subcontract, to supply goods, services, or materials pursuant to a public ^Thomas Challener: 352 votes works contract, the Contractor, or subcontractor, offers and agrees to assign to the awarding body all rights, title, and interest in, and to, all causes of action it may have under Section 4 of the Clayton Act (15 U.S.C. Section 15) or under the Cartwright Act (Chapter 2 [commencing with Section 16700] of Part 2 of Division 7 of the Business and Forum outlines Professions Code), arising from purchases of goods, services, or materials pursuant to the public works contract or the subcontract. This assignment shall be made and become effective at the time the awarding body tenders final payment to the Contractor, without further acknowledgement by the parties. Union Station The successful bidder shall be licensed in accordance with provisions of the Business and Professions Code and project shall possess a valid California State Contractor’s License Class A at the time of bid submittal.

Metro will hold a virtual industry forum on Friday, March 26, from 11 The City of West Hollywood reserves the right to reject any and all proposals or bids or to waive any irregularities or a.m. to 1 p.m. to present an overview informalities in any bids or in the bidding should it deem this necessary for the public good, and also the bid of any of the Link Union Station Project. Bidder who has been delinquent or unfaithful in any former contract with the City of West Hollywood and to take all The project will transform Los bids under advisement for a period of ninety (90) days. No bidder may withdraw its bid for a period of ninety (90) Angeles Union Station into a mod- ern transit and mobility hub, offering days after the date from the opening thereof. The award of contract, if made, will be to the lowest responsible Bidder an improved passenger experience as determined solely by the City of West Hollywood. to meet the region’s long-term trans- portation needs. The program BY ORDER OF the City of West Hollywood. includes an overview of the project. To join the meeting, visit Melissa Crowder, Acting City Clerk stream.lifesizecloud.com/exten- sion/4705878/f8100875-7902- 4a31-a4aa-5611ef5221d0. 8 March 25, 2021 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Coalition plans to count local homeless population BY EDWIN FOLVEN vided. City West Community Council. On March 31, the volunteers will “We have about 50 volunteers After the COVID-19 pandemic go out in small teams of two or already. We are happy to get out on forced the Los Angeles County three people and drive around the the local level and we are happy to Homeless Authority to cancel its neighborhoods counting people share the data we are collecting as a annual homeless count in January, who are unhoused. The numbers way to gauge what type of local grassroots organizations have will help inform nonprofits about resources we need locally.” stepped in to count those who the level of services needed to help Hackman Capital Partners, remain unhoused and ensure they the homeless population, and they owner of Television City, is partner- are not forgotten. could be used to show where more ing with the Midtown Los Angeles The Midtown Los Angeles public funds and resources should Homeless Coalition for the count. A Homeless Coalition, which has be allocated. Organizers plan to space at Television City will be partnered with the Mid City West also share the information with used as a staging area. Volunteers Community Council since 2015 to public officials. will assemble there and be divided photo courtesy of Arnali Ray conduct the annual homeless count “I think with all that’s going on, into groups, and each will canvass Numerous volunteers joined last year’s effort to count people who are in the Melrose and Fairfax districts, volunteers are really motivated and different census tracts in the com- unhoused in the Mid City West area, and the Midtown Los Angeles Homeless Beverly Grove and the Miracle excited to engage in something that munity from 7 to 10:30 p.m., before Coalition expects a good turnout for this year’s count on March 31. Mile, is planning to hold its own will help their community, and a lot returning to turn in their tally count on March 31. Modeled after a of the local coalitions and advocacy sheets. similar effort in Hollywood on Feb. groups started putting their heads “They basically go up and down organization addressing homeless- they will need to serve their 25, the Midtown Los Angeles together,” said Arnali Ray, who is the streets and count people, count ness that held the count in February, clients, and how much funding Homeless Coalition’s count will organizing the event for the tents, count RVs and people possi- called their effort a success. He said will be necessary. help gauge the severity of the prob- Midtown Los Angeles Homeless bly staying in vehicles,” Ray added. approximately 80 to 100 people Scott Epstein, outgoing chair of lem, organizers said. Volunteers are Coalition and is also a newly- volunteered, and it was an impor- the Mid City West Community needed and online training is pro- reelected board member on the Mid tant step toward addressing home- Council, is enthusiastic that the lessness in Hollywood. Midtown Los Angeles Homeless “I think with all “LAHSA canceled the count, and Coalition is taking the initiative and in Hollywood, because we have holding its own count. He credited that’s going on, such a density of service providers, Ray, who also serves on the board we thought it was a setback that for Hollywood 4WRD, and volunteers are would harm our efforts to help Midtown Los Angeles Homeless really motivated homeless folks,” Abramson said. Coalition member Emily Kantrim “We couldn’t wait another year to for leading the charge and making and excited to see how the pandemic and the the project a reality. engage in response to it would affect the “The count has been a really homeless population.” important activity for Mid City something that Abramson said data from the West. This will be the seventh will help their Hollywood 4WRD count are not time,” Epstein added. “We think it ready to be released, as plans call is really important to have this data community.” for it to be analyzed by USC and to see what’s going on with our UCLA statisticians. He said the unhoused population. We think it’s -Arnali Ray, information will be available in the important for the community to Mid City West Community coming weeks and it will be shared understand it.” Council board member with the public and government For information and to volunteer officials. Service providers in for the count, visit Hollywood such as the Center at eventbrite.com/e/mid-city-west-all- photo courtesy of Red Cross Los Angeles Region Blessed Sacrament, Covenant voluntary-homeless-count-tickets- The Millions of Masks for Children Initiative donated more than 1 Zach Sokoloff, vice president and House and others will use the 145803509221oir email million masks to kids in Los Angeles. asset manager for Television City, information to determine what [email protected]. said Hackman Capital Partners was committed to helping the effort. “Homelessness is one of the most City of Los Angeles, Red Cross pressing issues facing Los Angeles. Television City is proud to partner Notable quotes receive 1 million masks with the Midtown Los Angeles “I see skies of blue, and clouds of white, Homeless Coalition and support The bright blessed day, the dark sacred night. The Millions of Masks for to help slow the spread of the this year’s Mid City West homeless And I think to myself . . . what a wonderful world.” Children Initiative, a growing virus.” count,” Sokoloff said. “This effort nationwide effort sponsored by Los Angeles County has will ensure that much needed ser- “What a Wonderful World” [1968] the nonprofit SmartAID to help reported more than 1 million vices are sufficiently funded and protect millions of children from cumulative cases of COVID-19 effectively delivered and help our Bob Thiele COVID-19, on March 8 since the first positive case was community continue to recover 1922-1996 announced a donation of more confirmed on Jan. 26, 2020. from the COVID-19 pandemic.” than 1 million masks to impact- “With the surge we experi- Louis Abramson, a member of ed children in the Los Angeles enced over the last few months, the Central Hollywood area. These masks are being pro- we have seen our most vulnera- Neighborhood Council and board (source: “Bartlett’s Familiar Quotations”) vided to the American Red ble communities impacted by member for Hollywood 4WRD, an Cross Los Angeles Region, high morbidity rates and cases,” office of Los Angeles Mayor said Norma Vega, chief strategy Eric Garcetti, Wellnest, officer and external relations offi- Children’s Institute, Children’s cer of the American Red Cross Action Network, Children Los Angeles Region. “Our Below-market units included in luxury tower Mending Hearts, Planet Hope COVID-19 Rapid Response AIDS Healthcare Foundation serve and create affordable drops from 50% of area median and other nonprofits which Initiative focused our prepared- and the Coalition to Preserve LA housing solutions across Los income to 40% of AMI. So, for together serve thousands of chil- ness education and PPE distribu- announced this month that the Angeles,” said Michael example, these units must be dren in need in the Los Angeles tion efforts in these communities two nonprofit groups reached a Weinstein, president of AHF. affordable to an individual mak- area. FLTR, a leading supplier to mitigate the impact. We’re legal settlement with CIM Group, “Given the dire state of housing ing $29,320 per year as opposed of a wide range of personal pro- extremely grateful to the the developer of Hollywood’s affordability today, we thank to the prior limit of $36,650 per tective equipment, donated the Millions of Masks for Children Sunset Gordon Tower, a 22-story 5929 Sunset LLC for its flexibil- year. masks, which DHL is helping to team for quickly taking action to apartment complex in the heart of ity and for significantly reduc- The maximum allowable deliver to children in vulnerable meet the incredible need for PPE Hollywood. ing income thresholds tied to income for 15 units for moderate- communities throughout Los for children throughout our com- Under the settlement, 5929 area median income for the 45 income units drops from 120% of Angeles. munities.” Sunset LLC, a project of CIM units set aside as affordable AMI to 80% of AMI. For exam- “SmartAID is honored to be As a part of this donation, the Group, agreed to lower the afford- housing at Sunset Gordon. We ple, these units must be affordable supporting the Millions of Masks Millions of Masks for Children ability levels of the 45 rent- remain deeply concerned about to individuals making $58,640 per for Children Initiative across Initiative is supplying 200,000 restricted units that are set aside in gentrification and its impact on year as opposed to the prior limit multiple states in the U.S. during children’s masks and 40,000 the 299-unit building. They also long-established communities, of $87,960. the peak of the pandemic,” said travel size bottles of hand sanitiz- agreed to provide AHF and CPLA particularly low-income and The maximum allowable Shachar Zahavi, founder and er to Garcetti’s office and the copies of reports they are required communities of color. income for 15 units for workforce CEO of SmartAID and co- American Red Cross Los to send to Los Angeles Housing Nevertheless, this settlement income tenants drops from 150% founder of the Millions of Masks Angeles Region to be included in and Community Investment allows both sides to claim victo- of AMI to 110% of AMI. for Children Initiative. “In Los 20,000 emergency kits being Department with the affordability ry, as the project may now also As part of the settlement Angeles, we are supporting the delivered to vulnerable commu- levels so there may be a third- move forward to completion and agreement, AHF and CPLA will hardest hit areas and want to nities throughout the Los party mechanism to ensure over- occupancy.” dismiss their lawsuit and not con- make sure that the most vulnera- Angeles area. sight and accountability. Under the settlement, the maxi- tinue to pursue an appeal. The ble communities have immediate For information, visit kid- “This is a welcome victory in mum allowable income for 15 lawsuit was dismissed on March access to ample supplies of PPE masks.org or redcross.org/la. the ongoing battle to try and pre- units for very low-income tenants 10. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 March 25, 2021 10 March 25, 2021 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press The sweet sound of studio time n Pirate offers options co-founder and Vice President something that was being taken seri- Sammi Alani. ously. It’s the equipment that does it for up-and-coming “We don’t have a full-on desk, for me. It’s literally what’s used in artists where we might need an engineer to the clubs,” she said. help you mix and master, but you The self-service model, where By Cameron Kiszla have everything you need to come customers are sent codes for the along, bring your laptop, plug it in doors and do not have to interact Creative Angelenos have a new and just go in there and start creat- with a receptionist or on-site staff option for affordable rehearsal and ing music,” Alani said. member, allowed the business to recording sessions. Nekter, a DJ who lives in East adapt to the pandemic. Pirate Pirate Studios, United Kingdom- Hollywood, said she began a “new Studios features regular cleanings, based business that offers 24-hour endeavor” teaching herself techno mask requirements, hand-sanitizing access for creators seeking to prac- DJing with the onset of the pandem- stations and other safety precau- tice and record their podcasts, music ic last March, but it wasn’t until she tions, which allow the studios to ser- and DJ sets, opened two locations in heard about Pirate Studios from a vice musicians, DJs and other cre- Los Angeles earlier last year, one in friend that she began to practice on atives who might be struggling West Adams and one in Silver Lake. club-quality equipment. She added financially due to pandemic restric- photo courtesy of MARG The business offers easy-to-use that her at-home equipment “feels tions on live performances. MARG uses Pirate Studios to record demos with a producer. equipment at prices many young like a Fisher-Price toy” as compared To help those in need, as well as artists can afford – as low as $10 per to what she works with at Pirate. aspiring artists who are just getting hour for off-peak times – that’s “That’s when I took my skills on their feet, Pirate Studios is offer- NEWPIRATE at pirate.com. The dren discover their own artistic aspi- available via online booking, said from something that was a hobby to ing three free hours using the code deal is available through April 7. rations, Alani said. MARG, who records alternative “Perhaps they’ve got a creative pop music, said the “cost-efficient” side to their charity, and they’ve got space at Pirate Studios provides an a bunch of kids who want to get out alternative to the home studios and and kind of learn. We basically say Subway work continues along Wilshire Boulevard facilities in Burbank that she had to them ‘Look, here’s the free studio Work is ongoing at many loca- been using, and she added that up- time. Utilize that how you wish,’” tions along the Purple Line and-coming artists could benefit Alani said. Extension project, with crews exca- from visits to Pirate Studios. No matter who’s using the space, vating in Beverly Hills and building “I think it’s really affordable for from established artists to children underground passageways and what you get, so I feel like if you in need, Alani added that Pirate rooms known as appendages at the need a space to get out or you don’t Studios is essentially a blank canvas future subway stations and have any resources, it would be a for artists, something that’s reflected Wilshire/La Cienega, good resource to use. They’re really in the studios’ aesthetics and brand- Wilshire/Fairfax and Wilshire/La clean and nice,” she said. ing. He encouraged anyone who’s Brea. Beyond reaching out to artists, interested to take advantage of the Through March 26, eight piles Pirate Studios also plans to offer free hours and pursue their passion. will be installed within a K-rail free hours to local charities and non- “Pirate is much more about the enclosure near Wilshire/La Cienega profits, something it’s already doing creatives who are using the space, to support upcoming excavation for with its U.K. locations. The pro- rather than the spaces themselves,” the appendages. The underground gram for nonprofits might help chil- Alani said. structures house vital systems for the subway station, including emer- gency exits, ventilation rooms and photo by Edwin Folven utility rooms. Construction on the Wilshire/La Brea station will necessitate lane clo- The work will require intermittent sures in the surrounding area. and semi-permanent lane reductions Happy Easter! and closures in the area. Station construction also continues in the Ogden Drive will also be closed struction also continues near staging yards at Wilshire/La intermittently south of Wilshire Wilshire/Western. Intermittent sin- We’ve got all the decorations Cienega and Wilshire/Gale. Boulevard to support construction gle-lane closures may be necessary to make your Ongoing concrete and material and deck panel maintenance. on Wilshire Boulevard between deliveries to the Wilshire/La Near the Wilshire/La Brea sta- Western Avenue and Manhattan Holiday Cienega station box are anticipated tion, Wilshire Boulevard will be Place. to continue this week from 3 a.m. to reduced to two lanes in each direc- Metro will hold the next meeting 6 p.m. To facilitate the work, east- tion between Detroit and June on sections one and two of the bound Wilshire Boulevard may be Streets through September. Hauling Purple Line Extension project from HOPPY! intermittently reduced to one lane and deliveries to and from both La Wilshire/Western to Century City from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., and 8 p.m. to Brea Avenue yards will continue. on Wednesday, May 5, from noon to 7 a.m.. as needed near Wilshire and K-rail work zones will also 1 p.m., via Zoom. To participate, La Cienega boulevards. remain on Wilshire Boulevard near visit zoom.us and use the webinar We’ve got Bunnies Galore! Farther east at Wilshire/Fairfax, Rimpau and Plymouth boulevards. ID: 910 4911 3927, or call (888)788 concrete and material deliveries will Wilshire Boulevard has been 0099. plastic eggs • baskets continue this week at and around a reduced to two lanes in each direc- For questions and concerns, call construction staging yard for the tion between June Street and the 24-hour project hotline at paper goods • party favors future subway station. Intermittent Muirfield Road, and Windsor and (213)922-6934, email the project lane reductions on Wilshire Plymouth boulevards. team at [email protected], or balloons • banners • buttons & more! Boulevard may be necessary. Support for underground con- visit metro.net. Paper goods for Passover too! County seeks more permanent housing options The Los Angeles County Board of coming months, many of the hotels “We’ve learned that many L.A. 10% off all merchandise in the Supervisors approved a motion on and motels will gradually revert property owners are interested in a store with this coupon! March 23 that will allow the Los back to serving tourists, LAHSA and ‘double bottom line,’” Kuehl said. discounted merchandise, balloons and balloon delivery excluded Angeles County Homeless Services nonprofit homeless service “They like receiving rent reliably on Authority and homeless service providers are working to quickly the first of the month as well as the providers to lease entire buildings identify permanent housing for those other guarantees we offer, such as from property owners to provide who will have to leave. covering the cost of property man- housing for homeless individuals. Kuehl’s motion, which was unan- agement and building repairs. The action, based on a motion imously approved, will increase the Property owners also appreciate authored by Supervisor Sheila number of apartments available, as being able to support county efforts Kuehl, 3rd District, will better well as the efficiency with which to re-house veterans, older residents, enable the county to transition peo- apartments can be rented. It builds families and others as they move 5969 Melrose Ave. ple into permanent housing after on the success of the LeaseUp pro- from homelessness to housing. Over (corner of Wilcox) temporary programs implemented gram, which has increased the num- the last several months, many prop- during the pandemic are discontin- ber of property owners leasing apart- erty owners have made clear they (323)467-7124 ued. ments through county-funded incen- would prefer to rent all of the units in During the early months of the tive programs. In the last five a building in order to reduce the COVID19 pandemic, thousands of months, LeaseUp’s listings have paperwork associated with leasing medically-fragile residents experi- increased by more than 1,200 units. individual apartments. [This] motion encing homelessness were priori- Property owners at 10 buildings, makes it even easier for property tized for temporary housing in representing 373 apartments, have owners to do well and to do good.” motels and hotels through the already expressed interest in leasing For information, visit supervi- Project Roomkey program. In the entire buildings, Kuehl said. sorkuehl.com. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 March 25, 2021

the Pfizer vaccine and 2,000 doses from Johnson & Johnson. The Vaccine rollout keeps widening each week majority of the vaccine supply will Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti permanent and eight mobile vacci- embrace of family and friends,” be administered at Dodger Stadium announced that the city will offer nation sites. Garcetti said. and vaccination sites at San more than 70,000 vaccine doses to “Each Angeleno vaccinated This week, the city was expected Fernando Park, Hansen Dam, Angelenos this week – including moves us closer to reopening our to receive an allotment of approxi- Crenshaw Christian Center, Lincoln approximately 50,000 first doses businesses, getting kids back in the mately 50,000 doses of the Park, Pierce College and USC and 20,000 second doses – at seven classroom and returning to the Moderna vaccine, 20,000 doses of University Park. First dose appoint- ments are available by visiting coro- navirus.lacity.org/vaxappointment. In addition to the permanent sites, the city continues to deliver vac- photo courtesy of Mayor Eric Garcetti’s office Progress continues in fight to end homelessness cines through pilot initiatives for More vaccines are being adminis- On March 18, the Los Angeles ple are seeing more tents and “Our system cannot end home- homebound and homeless individu- tered in a drive-thru at Dodger Homeless Services Authority encampments but clarified that lessness alone,” Marston said. “ Our als, as well as mobile vaccination Stadium. released data about the homeless those encampments are largely due government partners must make teams that provide vaccinations in rehousing system’s performance in to the Centers for Disease Control’s significant investments in the pre- underserved neighborhods. 2020 during its first State of orders for people who are unshel- vention and housing creations sys- Even as supplies remain limited, Angeles last week. Homelessness Town Hall. In 2020, tered to shelter-in-place during the tems if we are going to truly end city-run sites administered more For information, visit coron- LAHSA and its partners housed pandemic. homelessness.” than 73,000 doses throughout Los avirus.lacity.org/vaccine. 20,690 people, placed 27,325 peo- ple in interim housing, provided outreach to 46,533 people and served 5,500 people through prob- lem-solving. “The COVID-19 pandemic pre- sented complex and persistent chal- lenges for our system in 2020, but it also allowed us to show what we can accomplish with unprecedented coordination of local, state and fed- eral resources,” LAHSA Executive Director Heidi Marston said. “This year, we’re taking what we learned from our COVID response and are using it to build momentum across our system so that we can bring even more of our unhoused neigh- bors home.” Marston said the pandemic also changed the dynamics of the situa- tion. The government’s response to COVID-19 provided an infusion of state and federal funding to LAHSA and its partners. Those resources helped the homeless rehousing sys- tem shelter more than 10,000 COVID-19 vulnerable people through Project Roomkey, the city of Los Angeles emergency shelters, and county quarantine facilities. The pandemic response also provided resources for the county’s Department of Health Services to create 30 COVID-19 Response Teams that administered over 120,000 tests, performed over 2,500 wellness checks and distributed more than 3,000 vaccines to people experiencing homelessness. Marston also discussed the rehousing system’s metrics for 2020 and announced that it housed over 64,000 people over the last three years. The homeless rehousing sys- tem reached this milestone, despite the 2020 housing placement num- ber dropping 9% to 20,690. At Echo Park Lake, where numerous unhoused individuals had been camping in the greenspace around the lake, Project Roomkey sites and other shelters played an important role, officials said. On March 24, Los Angeles City Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, announced that all of the unhoused individuals staying around Echo Park Lake had been moved into Project Roomkey sites, as well as transitional housing and non-congregant shelter housing. “Our efforts to build relationships with the unhoused individuals at the lake have been ongoing for months, taking much time, sensitivity and care,” O’Farrell said. “Our outreach workers must be able to continue engaging with the unhoused at the lake – individuals who have asked for and want a safe, secure place to sleep each night. If you share our goal of providing housing, support- ive case services, and medical care to Los Angeles’ most vulnerable residents, I urge people not to gather at the lake but rather support this ongoing work to help people get housed without interruption.” Marston acknowledged that peo- 12 March 25, 2021 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press NHM, Tar Pits announce reopening plans The Los Angeles County Natural History Museum in Exposition Park will reopen to the public on April 1, and the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum in the Miracle Mile will reopen on April 8, museum officials have announced. New health and safety protocols will be in place at both museums. Tickets for the Natural History Museum in Exposition Park will be available starting today, March 25. photo courtesy of Danielle Klebanow Photography Tickets for the La Brea Tar Pits and The Autry Museum of the American West will welcome members Museum will be available on back on March 30 and the general public on April 6. Thursday, April 1. “The Natural History Museum and La Brea Tar Pits have brought joy to generations of Angelenos for The Autry prepares to open more than a century. We are thrilled to welcome the community back inside them after a full year of clo- sure and to make them more acces- doors and welcome guests sible for all Angelenos,” said Dr. The Autry Museum of the and CEO of the Autry Museum of Lori Bettison-Varga, president and photo by Gina Cholick/ courtesy of NHMLAC American West will reopen its the American West. “I am grateful director of the Natural History Visitors can soon return to the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum under new doors to members on Tuesday, to our dedicated staff, who had to Museums of Los Angeles County. health and safety protocols, as well as the Natural History Museum in March 30, and the public on adapt quickly to bring the muse- “As museums of, for and with L.A., Exposition Park. Tuesday, April 6. The museum um online in 2020 and who are we have been witnessing the impact has been closed since March 14, now working diligently to reopen that our outdoor spaces have on vis- 2020, due to the COVID-19 pan- the physical space in 2021.” itors as they return to our Butterfly ing of symptoms and designated performances at both museums, demic. Advance reservations will For the initial reopening, the and Spider Pavilion and connect pathways to ensure safe distancing and the Observation Pit at La Brea be required. Autry will debut two major tem- with nature. In that spirit, while the in galleries and gardens. There will Tar Pits and Museum. “After a challenging year for so porary exhibitions – “Masters of world strives to heal from the pan- also be more frequent cleanings and The NHM and La Brea Tar Pits many, we are ecstatic to reopen the American West” and “When I demic, we are more committed than self-service sanitizing stations. and Museum will be open from the museum and welcome the Remember I See Red.” In April, ever to providing opportunities that All visitors will receive touch 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday community back into our build- a third temporary exhibition, inspire curiosity, relaxation and styluses upon admission to NHM through Sunday, and will expand ing. We are thrilled to share our “What’s Her Story,” will open wonder.” that may be used to interact more days over the coming months. The three new onsite exhibitions with alongside works in the perma- In accordance with public health safely with touchscreens through- 2021 Butterfly Pavilion season will the public and, complementing nent Art of the West Gallery. guidelines, protocols to protect vis- out the museum. Some visitor be open through Sept. 6, and the our growing online offerings, con- The Autry is located at 4700 itors and staff will include reduced experiences that don’t allow for Spider Pavilion is expected to open tinue telling the diverse stories of Western Heritage Way. For infor- capacity, advance online timed- proper distancing will remain later this fall. Du-par'sthe Easter.new.3.18.qxp_Layout American West in person,” 1 3/17/21 mation 11:49 AMand Pagereservations, 1 visit ticket reservations, face coverings closed at each location, including For information, and tickets, visit said W. 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Progressive Jewish organizations support Gascón Gascón advisor defends reforms Jewish Groups in support of Los Los Angeles County’s jail popula- an eye for an eye leaves everybody On March 22, Alex Bastian, Angeles County District Attorney tion in 2019 was only 15% white blind,” Cohen said. “Religious tra- special advisor to Los Angeles George Gascón – Bend the Arc: and 29% African-American. This ditions of justice, including the County District Attorney George Jewish Action Southern California, disproportionate representation is Jewish tradition, are built on a Gascón, issued a response to the Los Angeles Jews 4 Black Lives not unique to Los Angeles County, foundation of restoration. In the Beverly Hills City Council, and Never Again Action-Los but with District Attorney Gascón’s Jewish tradition of t’shuvah or which approved a vote of no con- Angeles – released a statement on reforms, our city can lead the repentance, the offender admits fidence in Gascón on March 16. March 17 opposing the Beverly nation in enacting policies to begin their misdeed, declares their inten- “The district attorney is very Hills City Council’s adoption of a to right these historic wrongs and tion to never do it again, compen- focused on enhancing public resolution of a vote of no confi- heal Black communities and other sates the survivor and seeks out the safety, increasing equity, expand- dence in Gascón. communities of color. We must survivor to ask forgiveness. At its ing victim services and strength- “As organizations that represent address the root causes of crime – core, the justice system should be ening police accountability,” the progressive Jewish community racism, inequality and poverty – based on this interaction between Bastian said. “The policies imple- in Los Angeles, we condemn the rather than continuing to dehuman- offender and survivor, and all man- mented over the last few months Beverly Hills City Council’s ize, overpolice and cage ner of laws which complicate this go to furthering these core princi- attempt to undermine reforms to Angelenos.” (enhancements, three strikes, incar- ples for all Angelenos, including our criminal justice system that are Rabbi Aryeh Cohen, rabbi in res- ceration itself) negate the ability of Beverly Hills residents.” photo courtesy of George Gascón backed by data, enjoy popular sup- idence of Bend the Arc: Jewish the survivor, the offender and the For information, visit port and uphold the best values of Action Southern California, said community to be made whole L.A. County District Attorney da.lacounty.gov. restorative justice in our Jewish tra- Gascón’s reforms are “a living again. We applaud the reforms that George Gascón dition,” the statement read. “We example of the Jewish values of District Attorney Gascón has initi- know that our current so-called justice that motivate our work to ated because they are in keeping criminal justice system is mired in reform the criminal justice system, with the values of restorative jus- racial inequity. While Los Angeles and of the moral society so many of tice.” Gascón promises more reforms County’s population in 2019 was our traditions seek to build.” For information, visit 70% white and less than 10% “As the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther socal.bendthearc.us and nevera- Los Angeles County District said. “We can truly enhance public Black or African-American, the King Jr. reminded us, the old law of gainaction.com. Attorney George Gascón on March safety, increase equity, expand vic- 17 reflected on the sweeping crimi- tim services and strengthen police nal justice reforms he has made dur- accountability.” ing his first 100 days in office and For information, visit da.lacoun- announced plans to implement new ty.gov. L.A. County EMS urges the use of hands-only CPR approaches that bolster police Los Angeles County accountability and victims’ services. Emergency Medical Services, Gascón, who was sworn in on along with its partners, is raising Dec. 7, 2020, touted that his office awareness on the importance of was no longer seeking the death knowing hands-only CPR – a penalty in 17 active cases, withdrew lifesaving technique to aid 77 pending motions to transfer someone experiencing cardiac minors to adult court and is conven- arrest – during the COVID-19 ing the office’s first Crime Victims pandemic. Advisory Board. CPR is typically administered “I have instituted a series of using mouth-to-mouth or mouth- reforms based on data and science to-nose for rescue breathing, that will enhance safety while reduc- which carries increased risk due ing racial disparities and the misuse to the ongoing transmission of the of incarceration,” Gascón said. “Our COVID-19 virus in the communi- efforts to transform a dated approach ty. In order to best protect both that creates more crime, victims and parties during CPR, using hands- inequities are just beginning.” only CPR can still be effective in Additionally, there has been a saving a life. 71% reduction in enhancements This approach using hands- filed by the office when comparing a only CPR can be performed by three-month span between anyone anywhere with minimal December 2020 and February 2021 levels of expertise. A new video to the same period the prior year. from EMS released provides Conservative estimates suggest the photo courtesy of L.A. County EMS background information about reduction equates to more than 8,000 sudden cardiac arrest and teaches Hands-only CPR can triple the chances of survival for a person expe- years of unnecessary exposure and how to use hands-only CPR to riencing cardiac arrest before emergency responders arrive, accord- the three-month cost savings are pro- save lives. To view the video, visit ing to L.A. County EMS. jected to be in the hundreds of mil- youtu.be/jHaicno95sk. lions of dollars, Gascón added. “Seventy-five percent of all Hands-only CPR can triple the along to popular songs like Gascón also recently asked all cardiac arrests happen at home, so chances of survival for a person “Stayin’ Alive” by the Bee Gees law enforcement agencies in Los the life you save with this skill experiencing cardiac arrest before while giving compressions to help Angeles County to turn over their could be your child, spouse, par- emergency responders arrive. The keep the correct chest rate needed list of officers accused of miscon- ent or friend,” said Dr. Dipesh frequent chest compressions keep for effective CPR. duct. He pledged to root out corrup- Patel, medical director of the Los oxygen flowing through the body For information, visit tion in government and recently Angeles County Paramedic to keep the heart, brain and other dhs.lacounty.gov/emergency- filed charges against the former Training Program. vital organs alive. Many sing medical-services-agency. mayor of Maywood and 10 others. In the year ahead, Gascón plans to make further changes to improve transparency and accountability. He Newsom signs legislation regarding paid sick leave noted he plans to retain Lawrence Middleton, a former federal prose- Gov. Gavin Newsom on March to sick leave taken beginning Jan. 1, only for the well-being of our dedi- cutor, who will serve as an indepen- 19 signed Senate Bill 95, legislation 2021. Small businesses employing cated workforce, but for the safety dent special prosecutor to review to ensure access to up to 80 hours of 25 or fewer workers are exempt of their families, customers and egregious past incidents of use of COVID-19 supplemental paid sick from the legislation, but may offer communities,” Assemblywoman force by law enforcement officers. leave for eligible employees, supplemental paid sick leave and, if Wendy Carrillo (D-Los Angeles) Gascón wants to boost staffing to including those advised to quaran- eligible, receive a federal tax credit. added. “Under [the bill], workers review potentially wrongful convic- tine or isolate and those caring for “Protecting the frontline workers can rest assured they will be able to tions and launch a community- COVID-impacted family members. that have sustained us all during take time off if they or a loved one based group to review officer- “Paid sick leave gives workers this unprecedented crisis has been a gets sick, need to quarantine or involved fatalities. the time they need to care for them- top priority of our emergency attend an appointment to be vacci- He also announced that his office selves and loved ones while keep- response from the very beginning nated. California’s essential work- is partnering with the community ing their coworkers, families and of the pandemic,” state Sen. María ers who have not had the privilege and the Los Angeles Police communities safe,” Newsom said. Elena Durazo (D-Los Angeles) to stay home during the pandemic Department to implement new mea- “Even as case rates and hospitaliza- said. “By expanding supplemental are deserving of protections that sures that will include embedding tions decline and vaccinations ramp paid leave, SB 95 will build on this ultimately save lives. Combined veteran prosecutors in communities up, we can’t let our guard down and progress by allowing employees with other initiatives implemented to help reduce violence. must do all we can to stop this virus across the state to put their health by the state to support workers and A pre-filing diversion program is from spreading. I thank the first without fearing that it might their employers, paid sick leave being created for those who are Legislature for its continued leader- jeopardize their job. This emer- will help ensure California remains homeless, suffer from substance use ship and commitment to supporting gency legislation will save lives, on the right track as we continue to or a mental disorder. Cases will not California workers affected by this help small businesses and ultimate- make progress to safely reopen the be filed against those who complete pandemic.” ly keep our families and communi- state.” the program. SB 95 extends protections ties safer.” For information, visit leginfo.leg- “We are doing all of this because through Sept. 30 and is retroactive “Paid sick leave is critical not islature.ca.gov. the science and data tell us so,” he 14 March 25, 2021 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

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March 19 cle parked in the 500 block of S. At 10:40 p.m., an unknown sus- Curson at 8:30 a.m. pect assaulted a victim in the 6500 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- block of Yucca. P OLICE BLOTTER cle parked in the 1300 block of N. At 9 a.m., an unknown suspect Fairfax at 1 a.m. committed a petty theft in the 7100 March 18 block of Fountain. At 1:30 a.m., an unknown suspect A burglary was reported near the The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the committed a burglary in the 7400 A suspect assaulted a victim dur- corner of Schrader and Hollywood areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between block of Santa Monica. ing a domestic violence incident in at 2:40 a.m. March 14 and March 20. The information was compiled from crimemap- the 300 block of Hauser at 10 a.m. ping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los A suspect assaulted a victim dur- At 4:30 a.m., an unknown suspect Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles ing a domestic violence incident in At noon, an unknown suspect committed a grand theft in the County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and the 1100 block of Kings at 9:45 assaulted a victim in the 1300 7000 block of Sunset. the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. a.m. block of N. Wilcox. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 7:07 p.m., an unknown suspect At 2:18 p.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 1600 block of Taft Beverly Hills Police cle parked in the 1500 block of N. robbed a victim in the 7100 block committed a petty theft in the 8900 at 8:15 a.m. Laurel at 2 p.m. of Santa Monica. block of Melrose. Department At 8:30 a.m., a suspect assaulted At 5:15 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect stole a vehi- a victim during a domestic vio- March 14 committed a burglary in the 9500 vehicle parked in the 600 block of cle parked in the 500 block of N. lence incident in the 1600 block of block of Pico. N. Orlando at 8 p.m. Croft at 3 p.m. N. Wilton. At 8:40 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 400 An unknown suspect robbed a vic- At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect assaulted a block of Beverly. tim near the corner of Fountain committed a petty theft in the 7700 robbed a victim in the 1000 block victim near the corner of Ivar and and Western at 6:35 p.m. block of Santa Monica. of N. Orange Grove. Sunset at 3 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 9600 block of At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a March 20 At 4:45 p.m., an unknown suspect Wilshire at 11:21 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the vehicle parked in the 7600 block of stole a vehicle parked in the 100 1700 block of N. McCadden. Lexington at 9:39 p.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a block of S. June. March 15 vehicle parked in the 800 block of

Westmount at 2:04 a.m. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect burglarized a At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 800 block of S. vehicle in the 6700 block of Milner vehicle parked in the 100 block of stole a vehicle parked in the 7500 At 5:52 a.m., an unknown suspect Mansfield at 9:55 p.m. at 9:30 p.m. S. Swall at 1:42 a.m. block of Fountain. committed a burglary in the 8900

block of Cynthia. March 16 At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect At 10:29 a.m., an unknown sus- An unknown suspect assaulted a assaulted a victim in the 6800 pect committed a commercial theft victim in the 8100 block of Santa An unknown suspect committed a At 2:50 a.m., an unknown suspect block of Hollywood. in the 100 block of N. La Cienega. Monica at 10:15 p.m. petty theft in the 1100 block of N. committed a burglary in the 1700

La Brea at 3:15 p.m. block of N. La Brea. March 19 A vandalism incident was reported March 15 in the 9600 block of Santa Monica An unknown suspect burglarized a At 12:15 a.m., an unknown sus- at 11:30 a.m. At 6:09 p.m., an unknown suspect Los Angeles Police vehicle parked near the corner of pect committed a petty theft in the committed a burglary in the 8500 Burnside and Wilshire at 6:30 a.m. 900 block of Vine. At 6:15 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Melrose. Department burglarized a vehicle parked near At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- the corner of Dayton and Beverly. An unknown suspect assaulted a March 14 victim in the 1200 block of Harper burglarized a vehicle parked in the cle parked in the 900 block of S. 1500 block of N. Wilcox. at 6:20 p.m. At 1:34 a.m., an unknown suspect Ridgeley at 2:30 a.m. A suspect was arrested on suspi- committed a burglary in the 8600 cion of driving under the influence An unknown suspect committed a At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect At 7:30 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Burton. of alcohol or drugs in the 600 block petty theft in the 1700 block of N. burglarized a vehicle parked in the stole a vehicle parked in the 1100 of N. Doheny Drive at 7:17 p.m. Cahuenga at 3 p.m. 300 block of S. Cloverdale. block of N. Sweetzer. An unknown suspect burglarized a

vehicle parked in the 1700 block of At 7:55 p.m., a vandalism incident At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- An unknown suspect burglarized a N. Wilcox at 10 a.m. was reported in the 300 block of N. committed a petty theft in the 5400 cle parked in the 1300 block of N. vehicle parked in the 1200 block of Canon. block of Wilshire. Vista at 7 p.m. N. Sweetzer at 8:15 p.m. At 10:05 a.m., an unknown sus-

pect burglarized a vehicle parked March 16 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect in the 1300 block of N. Wilton. March 16 cle parked in the 5000 block of stole a vehicle parked in the 1400

At 6:50 p.m., an unknown suspect Wilshire at 3:30 p.m. block of Gower. committed a petty theft in the 500 An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect committed a block of N. Roxbury. vehicle parked in the 8000 block of petty theft in the 100 block of N. At 5:30 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect robbed a vic- Santa Monica at 2:21 p.m. Las Palmas at 10:06 a.m. committed a burglary in the 400 tim in the 6300 block of Third at

An unknown suspect committed a block of N. Orange Grove. 8:10 p.m. At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect burglary in the 9100 block of At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect stole a vehicle parked in the 6300 Charleville at 10:24 p.m. committed a grand theft in the An unknown suspect stole a vehi- At 9:09 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Franklin. 8500 block of Santa Monica. cle parked in the 5500 block of assaulted a victim in the 1700

March 17 Sixth at 7 p.m. block of Whitley. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a

burglary in the 9000 block of Santa burglary in the 300 block of S. A vandalism incident was reported At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect Monica at 4:30 p.m. Orange at 3:30 p.m. March 20 in the 400 block of N. Canon at committed a petty theft in the 5600

1:30 a.m. block of Lemon Grove. At 3:35 a.m., an unknown suspect March 17 At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 300 assaulted a victim near the corner March 18 An unknown suspect robbed a vic- of Vista and Hawthorn. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- block of S. Orange. tim in the 5400 block of Sunset at tim in the 800 block of N. Palm at At 4:30 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- 9:48 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a noon. committed a burglary in the 1300 cle parked in the 100 block of N. burglary in the 7200 block of block of Park Way. Orange at 4 p.m. At 10:40 p.m., an unknown sus- Sunset at 5 a.m. At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect pect robbed a victim in the 1300 committed a burglary in the 900 An unknown suspect robbed a vic- At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect block of N. Martel. At 6:30 a.m., an unknown suspect block of N. Kings. tim in the 300 block of Rexford at burglarized a vehicle parked in the stole a vehicle parked near the

12:55 p.m. 100 block of S. Sycamore. March 17 corner of Highland and Santa An unknown suspect assaulted a Monica. victim in the 600 block of N. At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect burglarized a Robertson at 6:15 p.m. committed a petty theft in the 200 vehicle parked near the corner of vehicle parked near the corner of An unknown suspect burglarized a block of S. Maple. Saint Andrews and Fountain at 7 Burnside and Sixth at 12:20 a.m. vehicle parked in the 5900 block of At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect p.m. Olympic at 11 a.m. assaulted a victim in the 8800 At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect March 19 block of Santa Monica. At noon, an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a committed a burglary in the 1100 burglary in the 300 block of S. block of S. Elm. committed a petty theft in the 1300 At 1:41 a.m., a vandalism incident block of N. Alta Vista. was reported near the corner of March 18 Manhattan at 9:30 p.m.

Sunset and Crescent. A suspect assaulted a victim dur- At 3 p.m., a suspect assaulted a An unknown suspect committed a At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect ing a domestic violence incident in victim during a domestic violence burglary near the corner of Van An unknown suspect committed a stole a vehicle parked near the the 400 block of S. La Cienega at incident in the 1200 block of Kings. Ness and Sunset at 12:55 p.m. grand theft in the 400 block of corner of Van Ness and Fountain. 12:40 p.m.

Doheny at 6 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect March 15 At 1:30 p.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 7700 block of committed a petty theft in the 6200 stole a vehicle parked in the 1000 West Hollywood Santa Monica at 3:30 p.m. At 12:05 a.m., an unknown sus- block of Wilshire. block of N. El Centro. pect burglarized a vehicle parked

Sheriff’s Station At 5:30 p.m., an unknown suspect in the 1200 block of Beachwood. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect burglarized a stole a vehicle parked in the 800 grand theft near the corner of vehicle parked in the 6200 block of March 14 block of Hilldale. An unknown suspect burglarized a Melrose and La Brea at 5:30 p.m. Commodore Sloat at 5:20 p.m. vehicle in the 2000 block of N. Las At midnight, an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a Palmas at 5:30 a.m. At 9:30 p.m., an unknown suspect At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the petty theft in the 9000 block of committed a petty theft near the committed a petty theft in the 6800 8700 block of Rangeley. Beverly at 6:19 p.m. At 8:20 a.m., an unknown suspect corner of Hollywood and La Brea. block of Hollywood. robbed a victim near the corner of An unknown suspect assaulted a At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect Lexington and Vine. An unknown suspect assaulted a An unknown suspect robbed a vic- victim in the 8200 block of Sunset stole a vehicle parked in the 1000 victim in the 6200 block of tim near the corner of Santa at 4:20 p.m. block of N. Sierra Bonita. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Fountain at 9:30 p.m. Monica and Western at 8 p.m.

Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 17 March 25, 2021 Enjoy spring festivities at The Grove, Caruso properties Enjoy family-friendly Easter and spring festivities through April 4 at The Grove, The Americana at Brand and Palisades Village. The outdoor shopping and dining destinations operated by Caruso will be adorned with Easter décor and spring-themed backdrops for photo ops. Each property rings in the spring season with exclusive offerings, including a limited-time Instagram story Easter Egg Hunt, spring inspired photo installations photo courtesy of Shake Shack and a “Shop for Spring” spending incentive with a chance to win a photo courtesy of Caruso Shake Shack’s Benny’s Nacho Burger private dining experience. With For one day only, Friday, March 26, Shake Shack West Hollywood special participation from top Instagram accounts, highlighting a bunny made by French pastry chef will be serving a cheeseburger topped with queso, Shack ranch sauce brands such as Charlotte Tilbury, selection of exclusive spring prod- Fabrice Benezit. A select number of with crumbled Cool Ranch Doritos, scallions and charred serrano salsa APL and Frame (The Grove), ucts, promotions and weekday sur- the chocolate bunnies will have a verde for $6.99. It’s a special to celebrate the launch of Benny Blanco’s Sugarfina (Americana at Brand) prises. Take part in a Willy Wonka- golden ticket hidden inside new album, “Friends Keep Secrets 2.” Shake Shack teamed up with the and Veronica Beard (Palisades inspired spending incentive, in redeemable for a private dinner for American record producer, DJ, songwriter and record executive to Village), each property provides which shoppers who spend $500 or four at The Grove, The Americana honor him with this unique Benny’s Nacho Burger. It’s available only safe and fun experiences. more in a single day can present at Brand or Palisades Village. this Friday and guests can add crispy crinkle-cut Benny’s fries topped The interactive Easter Egg Hunt their receipt to a concierge to For information, visit thegrov- with Shack-made queso. They are priced at $4.25. 8520 Santa Monica is featured on each property’s receive a complimentary chocolate ela.com and caruso.com. Blvd., (323)488-3010. the folks who take care of them. Restaurants prepare youth runners for virtual marathon Restaurant News Golden Road is offering one of From page 15 Seven Hollywood restaurants are partnering on Friday, March 26, at three unique grooming and beer 6:30 p.m. for a dinner to support the Hollywood Police Activities League French omelet, Nutella crepe with packages inspired by the brewery’s Youth Run Team as members prepare to virtually complete the L.A. berries and vanilla, and more for Wolf Pack family of IPAs. Each Marathon on March 28. The L.A. Marathon has been postponed until fall. $49 plus tax for adults and $25 plus package is $100, with 100% of the The Hollywood PAL L.A. Marathon Carbo-Load Dinner will take place tax for kids under 12. Reservations proceeds from each package going at Wood & Vine, 6280 Hollywood Blvd. Student participants are allowed are required. 4222 Vineland Ave., to the organization, Wags and to complete the marathon in a virtual format, recording and reporting their (818)255-7290. Walks. This will help support its distance and time electronically. mission to advocate for and adopt A selection of carbohydrate-heavy cuisine from Pink’s Hot Dogs, out shelter dogs. It’s available for a Fabiolus Cucina, L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele, McDonalds, Northern Golden Road honors limited time only and marks the Cafe, St. Felix and Wood & Vine will be served. continuation of Golden Road’s The Hollywood PAL Run Team has been training with Students Run National Puppy Day charitable partnership with Wags Los Angeles, an organization that helps underserved youth. This year’s and Walks, where $1 per six-pack photo by Jill Weinlein team has 16 members ages 13-17. n March 23, Golden Road sold from the Wolf Pack – includ- The PAL partners with the LAPD on programs to celebrate diversity, OBrewing partnered with ing Wolf Pup Session IPA, Hazy annually). Looking to adopt a dog? equity and inclusion. The goal is to inspire personal excellence, social celebrity dog groomer Jess Rona Pup IPA and Passion Wolf Hazy Visit wagsandwalks.org. To pur- awareness and civic engagement. The PAL organizes athletic, leadership, and her boutique Jess Rona IPA – will directly benefit the res- chase Golden Road Brewing, visit educational and tutoring programs for over 600 youth annually. Grooming to help pamper pups and cue organization (up to $50,000 goldenroad.la. Seder TaTake-out Menu Order Custom Easter Baskets Today!

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(323) 651-2030 E J C . 18 March 25, 2021 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Caruso Hall unveiled at Loyola High LADOT gets $22M for safe Loyola High School of Los Angeles, the oldest continually school streets program operated educational institution in The Los Angeles Department of Reynolds said. “Safe Routes to Southern California, has unveiled Transportation has announced that School Los Angeles shows us what Caruso Hall, a more than 26,000- Safe Routes to School Los Angeles, a strong partnership between the square-foot, state-of-the-art build- a nationally recognized program city, LAUSD and community ing that has transformed the west- that brings safety improvements to members can deliver for our kids.” ern side of the 21-acre campus. streets near schools, has been The city leads the state in the Caruso Hall, named after busi- awarded $22.3 million for projects number of projects and funding nessman and developer Rick J. through the state’s Active totals for Safe Routes to School Caruso, is a pivotal component of Transportation Program. projects. Since the Active the $34-million 1901 Venice The awarded projects feature Transportation Program began in Boulevard Capital Campaign that innovative designs such as bicycle 2014, Safe Routes to School Los has reimagined how Loyola pre- lanes, traffic circles, pedestrian Angeles has received $73 million in pares for the future. Through the plazas and raised crosswalks in infrastructure investment and an Caruso Family Foundation, neighborhoods near schools. The additional $4 million for communi- Caruso and his wife, Tina, donated projects will be built around the ty planning and safety education. $4.5 million to the Jesuit prepara- Young Oak Kim Academy, 615 S. Additional schools where pro- tory school’s new building, as well Shatto Place, and Berendo Middle jects will be created include as $500,000 to endow a four-year School, 1157 S. Berendo St., in Magnolia Avenue Elementary scholarship for a high-performing, photo courtesy of Loyola High School Koreatown, as well as seven other School, Leo Politi Elementary low-income student from an sites throughout the city of Los School, Hoover Street Elementary Loyola High School’s new Caruso Hall is the centerpiece of a campaign underserved Los Angeles neigh- Angeles. School, George Washington Carver borhood. It was the largest single to embrace the future at the campus. “Keeping our streets safe so our Middle School, Ascot Avenue gift that Loyola has received for kids can arrive at school safe and Elementary School, Harmony the 1901 Venice Boulevard state-of-the art integrated commu- 1901 Capital Campaign, drawing ready to learn is one of our most Elementary School and Panorama Capital Campaign. Caruso, owner nications and AV equipment; a up the plans for the new gateway important responsibilities,” City Elementary School. For infor- of The Grove, is chair of Loyola full-service banquet kitchen capa- to our campus, we envisioned LADOT General Manager Seleta mation, visit ladot.lacity.org. High School’s board and parent of ble of serving 800 guests; a multi- what Loyola could be, what a former Loyola student. purpose student kitchen; and Loyola should be, what Loyola “Taking Loyola into the next ADA-compliant restrooms. would become,” said Rev.. century was the board’s goal, as Caruso Hall was designed by the Gregory M. Goethals, president of was retaining Loyola’s mantle as Los Angeles architectural firm Loyola High School. “We are BHHS sophomore violinist one of the finest Jesuit schools in KFA Architecture. very grateful to the members of the country. It was clear that what “When we embarked on the our community that have been on Loyola needed to do to continue this journey with us, our many earns orchestra honor to be an elite Jesuit Catholic edu- benefactors and friends. I espe- Suhh Yeon Kim, a cational institution was to build, “Taking Loyola cially want to thank Rick Caruso sophomore violinist at both academically and physically, for his vision throughout these Beverly Hills High to literally reach out to this new into the next years as we moved forward with School, was accepted last century and capture the future,” century was the plans for the 21st-century Loyola. month to be a participant Caruso said. “A Jesuit Catholic His generosity, leadership as in the Southern California education forms and leads. Loyola board’s goal, as board chair and strong belief in School Band and makes all the difference in the was retaining our mission helped to make this Orchestra Association’s world to the young men that come Loyola’s mantle as all possible.” 2020-2021 Honor here – it’s a game changer. Tina In addition to Caruso Hall, the Orchestra. and I are honored to be part of this one of the finest 1901 Venice Boulevard Project She auditioned along next step as Loyola charts the next Jesuit schools in also enhanced Hayden Circle with with over 400 other stu- hundred years.” the country.” a wrought iron front gate that dents in Southern Caruso Hall, which will be used spans the entrance to the school, California last month. She for more than 200 events a year, and included the new Grad-at- will be part of the ensem- -Rick Caruso, Grad Walkway showcasing attrib- has a sacristy to service liturgies. ble rehearsing for a virtual photo courtesy of BHUSD It also includes hidden retractable developer and utes Loyola students aspire to performance later this Suhh Yeon Kim, a sophomore at Beverly walls that transform the Grand owner of The Grove upon graduation. spring. Hall into three separate rooms, For information, visit loy- For information, visit Hills High School, will take part in a virtual multiplying the size of the space; olahs.edu. bhusd.org. performance this spring.

MARCH 28 AUCTION FEATURES DESIGN FOR THE HOME AND GARDEN Andrew Jones Auctions, which has navigated through a yearlong pandemic with a series of successful online-only sales, will keep its winning streak going with a 300-lot “Design for the Home and Garden” auction on Sunday, March 28th, starting at 10 am. Live previews at the Downtown Los Angeles- based gallery will be held by appointment only. View the catalogue: https://www.andrewjonesauctions.com/online-auctions/

The auction will be packed with antiques, fine art, photo courtesy of Linda Kaye-Crowder antiquities, early works of art, rare books, silver, garden Students will return to Rosewood school on April 20. furniture and sculptures from sources such as the estate of Keith McCoy, the Evelyn Nathanson collection, the estate of June Ebensteiner, the collection of Raymond Enkeboll, the estate of Ruth Harvey, and private collections from Beverly Hills, Montecito and San Francisco. Rosewood to reopen April 20 Rosewood STEM Magnet of families and students are looking Included in the auction will be two Louis XVI Style Urns (Pictured.) These 20th Century gilt bronze mounted granite Urban Planning and Urban Design forward to returning to campus and urns stand 32” tall by 17” wide by 11” deep (est. $10,000-$15,000). will welcome students back April settling into routines. Principal 20-22. Kindergarten through first Linda Kaye-Crowder said the Los “We actually considered changing the title of the sale to ‘Design for the Garden and Home’ since we came upon graders will return on April 20, sec- Angeles Unified School District ond and third grade classes will has ensured that schools are safe for this wealth of garden sculpture, furniture and ornaments,” said company president and CEO Andrew Jones. “Our resume on April 21 and fourth and everyone to return, and praised March 28 event comes just at the right time for spring and summer outdoor living. That said, the selection of fine fifth grade students will return on Superintendent Austin Beutner for art, design and antiques is remarkable as well. This sale is not to be missed!” April 22. this leadership. Although the campus will look The Rosewood STEM Magnet of Opened in the summer of 2018, Andrew Jones Auctions is a full-service fine art and antiques auction house different with physical distancing in Urban Planning & Urban Design is specializing in the liquidation of estates and collections featuring fine art, antiques and collectibles. The firm classrooms and students wearing located at 503 N. Croft Ave. For masks and undergoing daily tem- information, call (323)651-0166, or understands market trends and has foresight for the 21st century. For more information about Andrew Jones Auctions perature checks, administrators, visit rosewoodelementary.org. and the March 28 auction, please visit: www.andrewjonesauctions.com Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 19 March 25, 2021 LAUSD prepares for school reopenings At a meeting with community classroom and children may face a more support for students with and faith leaders on March 21, lifetime of consequences if they special needs.” Los Angeles Unified School are not back in a school classroom “But we can’t do it alone, and I District Superintendent Austin sometime soon. This is an urgent need your help to make sure every Beutner marked a year of school challenge for all of us to address, child gets the education they closures and looked ahead to the not just those who work in deserve. We want all children reopening of campuses. schools,” he said. back in schools where they “March 13 marked one year Beutner added that “scientists belong,” Beutner said. “We have since school campuses closed due and researchers from UCLA, prepared a Return to Campus to COVID-19,” he said. “It’s Stanford, Johns Hopkins, Cedars Family Guide, which contains been an extraordinary year – a Sinai, Anthem Blue Cross and detailed information on the health time of sacrifice and determina- Health Net have been advising us and safety preparations at schools, tion, pain and suffering, mixed on the appropriate steps since last COVID testing for students and with moments of hope and opti- summer” and highlighted safety staff, COVID safety protocols and mism – sometimes all in the same improvements that have been instructional schedules.” day. made, including upgraded venti- Community meetings are also “I’m pleased to share we’ll start lation and air-filtration systems being held to discuss the return to photo courtesy of Hancock Park Elementary reopening schools the week of that “the air in every classroom is school, Beutner added. “Juah’s Freedom Collage,” a piece by a second grader at Hancock April 12 for preschool and ele- filtered 24 hours a day through “We want to ensure you have mentary school students, as well the equivalent of an N-95 mask” the information needed to deter- Park Elementary, sold for $50 at the Making the World a Better Place as for students with learning dif- and the doubling of custodial staff mine if your child will be best silent auction. ferences and disabilities, and by to “clean every room top to bot- served by continuing with online the end of the month for middle tom.” instruction or a return to the class- and high school students. To “help all students reach their room with their teacher and Elementary school students will full potential,” Beutner said the friends,” Beutner said. “I want have the option for a full day at district is also “adding additional you to know we will do all we can school, five days a week. teachers and counselors, more to keep your children safe when Elementary students raise “We know the best learning for tutoring and small group instruc- they return to school.” most students happens in a school tion, the latest technology and For information, visit lausd.net. $2,400 in silent auction Hancock Park Elementary recently held the first Making the World a Better Place silent auction, a collaborative project with BHHS senior’s poetry earns literary honors Sophie Szew, an 18-year-old health community. Her writing can teachers, students and local artists, raising more than $2,400. Beverly Hills High School senior, be found on FEAST, Tipping the The project started with an inquiry-based project of learning was selected as a literary appren- Scales Literary Journal, TABC and about people who make a difference in the world, such as Vice tice by the Poetry Team at the BHHS Literary Magazine, as President Kamala Harris, Pakistani activist Malala Yousafzai and BreakBread Literacy Project. She well as on the website for Indian anti-colonial activist Mahatma Gandhi. is also published in numerous liter- DemystifiED, the advocacy orga- The event helped students learn that they can make a difference ary journals, including Tipping the nization she leads. by simply creating art or a book or project. The project generated Scales Literary Journal, She Her poem, “Movement on more than 150 art submissions from kindergarten through fifth Speaks Anthology and Teen Paper,” will be published in grade. Authors Boot Camp Poetry Tipping the Scales Literary Journal Half of the profits from the auction will go to People for Collection 2021. in the She Speaks Anthology. Teen Community Improvement in South Los Angeles, a Black-owned Szew is a first-generation Latina- Authors Boot Camp is publishing nonprofit organization that was selected through a student survey American from Los Angeles who her poem “Backwards Crimes” in and helps people who are unhoused in Los Angeles. The remaining photo courtesy of BHUSD discovered her love for poetry their 2021 TABC Poetry funds will be used for needed outdoor classroom supplies, such as when her life was in danger. Now Collection. Her poem, “Staying Sophie Szew, a senior at Beverly stools, cushions and tables for students to use when in-person fully recovered from anorexia, she Afloat/Languages of Life,” was Hills High School, uses her plat- instruction resumes. uses her writing as a platform to published in FEAST in 2020. form to advocate for justice in the For information, visit hancokparkschool.com. advocate for justice in the mental For information, visit bhusd.org. mental health community. Center Theatre Group to hold April career fair Center Theatre Group is invit- Happy Passovover ing theater students and early- career professionals to participate in an upcoming daylong virtual event meant to prepare students and emerging professionals for a career in the arts. The Going Pro Career Fair will run from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 17. The event is free to the public but reservations are required. The Going Pro Career Fair is an annual event featuring a full day of free career preparation, mentor- ship and networking, designed to prepare students to step directly from higher education into a photo courtesy of Center Theatre Group rewarding career in live theatre and entertainment and provide Center Theatre Group is hosting the Going Pro Career Fair on April 17 to early-career artists with the tools help students interested in a career in the arts. from your friendly, neighborhhood they need to grow within their Hardware Store chosen profession. career individuals and college, Reservations will be opened to Sessions will focus on how the university and trade tech educa- others if space remains. Family Owned and Operatted events of the past year have tors. For reservations or more infor- impacted theatre artists, how stu- Through April 12, registration is mation, visit ctgla.org/goingpro. dents and emerging professionals open exclusively to students Center Theatre Group previous- Since 1961 can prepare to jump into the field attending a college or university in ly held the College and Career as live theater returns and how to California, educators currently Fair for the Arts on Saturday, demand and create change. teaching at college or university in March 20. Including representatives from California and early-career indi- Pre-recorded sessions from the Backstage, Stage Management viduals, based in California and annual event will remain accessi- Association, Dramatists Guild of intending to pursue a career in the- ble throughout the year. America, Make-Up Artists & Hair atre and live entertainment. For information, visit ctla.org. Stylists Guild Local 706 and Actors Equity as well as other unions and service organizations, Your Kindness gives Hope and the event will mix live, interactive 7769 Santa Monica Blvd. • West Hoollywood content with pre-recorded sessions an abundance of Joy! available for viewing at any time. 323-248-0840 The fair is open to current col- - YoYour friend Estherleon lege and graduate students, early- estherleon.com Open every day • tashmans..com 20 March 25, 2021 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Dodgers aid teachers with sports science The Los Angeles Dodgers Dodgers, MLB players Foundation, in partnership with Science of Sport, announced the distribution of 100 at-home team up for lung health Science of Baseball Kits to support Notable players from the students from Tibby Elementary Los Angeles Dodgers, Los School in the Compton Unified Angeles Angels and San School District, and the Girls Diego Padres will come Academic Leadership Academy together for “Champions and Boys Academic Leadership Unite,” a one-of-a-kind tal- Academy, which are the first only ent show available for all-girls and all-boys public STEM online viewing today, academies in all of the Los March 25, at 5:45 p.m. Angeles Unified School District The livestreamed compe- and the state of California. tition supports the To support the demands on American Lung teachers with distance learning and Association’s mission to the need to provide STEM improve air quality and resources, LADF and Science of lung health. The competi- Sport are providing monthly tion also features American teacher trainings and classroom Lung Association mission visits, “Dugout Chats,” from the ambassador and actress Dodgers’ Baseball Operations team Shantel Van Santen, host Tony Gwynn Jr., profes- focused on careers in STEM. photo courtesy of the American Lung Association The Science of Baseball kits sional athletes from other Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Kenley include baseball, math and science major sports and notable equipment that match the lessons film, television and music Jansen will join other Major League in the curriculum and virtual celebrities. All proceeds Baseball players for the “Champions teacher training. Items range from benefit the American Lung Unite” talent show and benefit. protractors and mini baseball Association. photo courtesy of Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation launchers to reinforce trajectory of “The Lung Association is Star former pitcher Heath Bell. flight of objects, to a tape measure The Science of Baseball kits include baseballs, mini baseball launchers proud to feature Southern Angels players include infielder for broad jump that reinforces unit and protractors to address pandemic learning loss. California’s three Major League David Simmons, shortstop Jose conversion, painters’ tape to build Baseball teams in this exciting Iglesias and former shortstop their own strike zone and to build students while teaching remotely, Vandenburg, biomechanical quan- streaming event,” said Harold Andrelton Simmons. their own field and a STEM activi- and this program focuses on pro- titative analyst. The “Dugout Wimmer, president and CEO of “I’m excited to take part in ty booklet with additional activities viding them with the necessary Chats” will continue throughout the American Lung Association. ‘Champions Unite’ and to see for students to do at home. resources to do just that,” said the semester and will give students “Nobody appreciates the impor- some of my favorite baseball “As many schools remain in Ricardo Valerdi, chief scientist for the opportunity to engage with the tance of breathing clean air players perform their off-field tal- remote learning, students have lim- Science of Sport. “Through a series Dodgers Performance Science through healthy lungs more than ents for such a great cause,” Van ited resources and are suffering a of virtual teacher workshops, we team. professional athletes.” Santen said. “Since losing my ‘pandemic learning loss’ especially can provide guidance on how to “It was great to be able to share Dodgers players include All- grandmother to lung cancer in STEM subjects due to the lack of use the different lessons and STEM our stories with this incredible Star pitcher Kenley Jansen; All- almost seven years ago, I have hands-on opportunities, class trips, kits with their class. The students group of students,” Schroeder said. Star outfielder A.J. Pollock and dedicated myself to fighting lung and visitors into the classroom,” get to calculate Jackie Robinson’s “I hope that they were able to see three-time All-Star, World Series disease.” said Chaitali Gala Mehta, COO of batting average, analyze the geom- that studying STEM in school can MVP and Cy Young winner Orel Tickets are free, and viewers the Los Angeles Dodgers etry of Dodger Stadium, and learn lead to some fun and exciting Hershiser. Padres players include also can purchase vote tickets to Foundation. “Hands-on engage- about the sustainability initiatives career opportunities. We are proud former catcher Carlos Hernandez, raise funds and support their ment is critical to STEM curiosity at Dodger Stadium.” to bring these baseball concepts to 2020 National League Rookie of favorite team’s performances. for youth. With our new at-home On March 5, members of the Los life.” the Year Award runner-up Jake For information, visit science kits, we are working to Angeles Dodgers Baseball LADF’s Science of Baseball cur- Cronenworth and three-time All lung.org/champions-unite. address this disproportionate Operations team joined the partner riculum, designed for third through impact for Black, Latino and classrooms to share their real-life eighth grades, utilizes baseball female students by partnering with experience with STEM in their examples to improve student inter- schools in communities that need it baseball careers. The new STEM est and performance in STEM. most.” series, called “Dugout Chats,” is Prior to the pandemic, 90 teachers “The Science of Baseball cur- helping bridge the gap from the in LAUSD, Inglewood and riculum, thanks to the Dodgers curriculum to real-world applica- Compton Unified School Districts Foundation, is designed to bring tions. Students heard from Megan have been trained in this curricu- math and science to life through Schroeder, director, performance lum, impacting 9,000 students. baseball. Teachers have been look- science; David Hill, senior analyst, For information, visit ing for ways to engage with their performance science; and Will dodgers.com/ladf.

LA Phil offers grants for youth development The Los Angeles Philharmonic advance the transformative work of pants are learning from and along- announced Partners in Music music educators all across the side each other,” said Elsje Kibler- Learning, a new regranting initia- country,” said Chad Smith, David Vermaas, vice president of learning tive of the LA Phil’s YOLA C. Bohnett Chief Executive Officer at the LA Phil. National program, supporting cre- Chair of the LA Phil. Partners in Music Learning will ative youth development and music Partners in Music Learning offer a total of $500,000 during the programs in regions across the U.S. grantees will receive funding to 2021-22 grant cycle. Awards will The program is underwritten by support capacity building and pro- range from $25,000 to $75,000, an anonymous donor and is the gramming, as well as to increase based on the organization’s budget, first regranting opportunity ever youth access to music learning goals and needs. Grantees will be offered by the LA Phil. Applicants opportunities. This initiative will announced in June 2021. can apply at also create a national music educa- “One of my absolute proudest laphil.com/learn/yola/partners-in- tor cohort, providing grantee orga- moments was seeing some of music-learning. nizations with a platform for YOLA’s first students return to the “Each year, YOLA National shared learning and to support each program, but this time as teachers, becomes a critical space for collec- other in deepening their existing taking what they had learned and tive learning and dialogue between programs and impact beyond the using it to lift up the next genera- the educators, musicians and grant period. tion of young musicians. This is administrators who are making an The program was itself built in how we build the leaders of tomor- impact in the lives of young people consultation with leaders and row, and in time create a better and communities through music stakeholders in the youth develop- society. With these grants, we can education. Now, through the ment and music education fields, support the beautiful, necessary Partners in Music Learning including young people. work of music education programs regranting program, we have an “It was important to us to design across the country, and help bring opportunity to further strengthen a democratic grantmaking process. us all closer to the harmony we this network. By providing not As we developed Partners in Music seek,” said Gustavo Dudamel, only advanced training and pro- Learning, we worked to consider music and artistic director of the gram support but also access to a the perspectives of those the pro- LA Phil. community of peers, Partners in gram aims to serve and will pro- For information, visit Music Learning will help to vide a platform where all partici- laphil.com. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 March 25, 2021 Holocaust museum founders honored In honor of Women’s History Month, Holocaust Museum LA presents “Inside the (Acid-Free) Box: Female Founders of Holocaust Museum LA,” on Tuesday, March 30, at 4 p.m. The virtual viewing of the museum’s archives, led by Jordanna Gessler, the museum’s vice president of education and exhibits, and Christie Jovanovic, collection manager, will explore the stories and artifacts of two of the co- founders, Esther (Anna) Przeworski Pratt and Masha Loen. photo courtesy of NHMLAC The first survivor-founded A discussion about the climate crisis is part of the Natural History Holocaust museum in the U.S., Museum of Los Angeles County’s First Friday on April 2. Holocaust Museum LA was estab- lished in 1961 by a group of sur- vivors who envisioned a place to honor their loved ones, educate photo courtesy of Holocaust Museum LA NHM event to talk climate future generations and inspire a Masha Loen, one of the founders of the Holocaust Museum LA, is fea- more dignified world. They each tured along with her artifacts in a new exhibit at the museum. The Natural History Museum color? How can we all effect had a photograph, document or of Los Angeles County is con- change? Who are the change personal item they had saved; these where they were forced to work in years old when her family was necting homebound audiences to makers? became the foundation of the vast a munitions factory. The sisters forced into the Kovno Ghetto. timely discussions and music with After the discussions, enjoy a archival collection that the survived Ravensbruck and Dachau Loen, her mother and her two this season’s virtual First Fridays performance by Sudan Archives, Museum holds today. and were liberated by U.S. soldiers younger sisters were deported to Connected: L.A. at the a violinist and vocalist who Two women, Pratt and Loen, in April 1945. After liberation, she the Stutthof Camp and their father Intersections. writes, plays and produces her were part of that original founding worked as a judge and public pros- to the Dachau Camp. Loen endured On Friday, April 2, groove at own music. Drawing inspiration group. Each a trailblazer in their ecutor in the U.S. occupied zone. slave labor, starvation, beatings, home with DJ Francesca Harding from Sudanese fiddlers, she is own right, these women were ded- She attended the Nuremberg trials multiple bouts of typhus and a and prepare a special cocktail pre- self-taught on the violin, and her icated to educating the public about and in 1949 testified as a key wit- death march; she was liberated in sented by Elle Nucci. Then, dive unique songs also fold in ele- the Holocaust and keeping this his- ness in the HASAG-Peltzery Camp March 1945. After the war she met into a lively live stream discus- ments of R&B and experimental tory alive at a time when few were trials. The sisters ultimately immi- her husband, Cornelius, while he sion around the Climate Crisis, electronic music. willing to discuss it. grated to the U.S., arriving in New was working for the Allies in moderated by Knatokie Ford, NHMLAC members can exclu- One of eight children, Pratt (née York in 1949. Esther worked as a Germany, and the couple immi- founder and CEO of Fly Sci sively watch the preshow Secrets Epstein) was born in Częstochowa, secretary in a club for Jews from grated to the U.S. in 1949. In Enterprise; with panelists Leah from the Vault with Betty Uyeda, Poland, to parents Icek and Poland, where she met Andrew California, she started her own Thomas, intersectional environ- collections manager of Frajjdla. She earned her law degree Przeworski Pratt and the couple fashion design business, while also mental activist and eco-communi- history/Seaver Center, to learn at the University of Warsaw and married in 1952. The pair moved to working tirelessly to commemo- cator; and Nick Shapiro, assistant about the collection she oversees practiced law in Częstochowa, Los Angeles in 1953 and were rate her family and educate the professor of biology and society and discover details hidden in becoming one of only two female active in many causes dedicated to community by dedicating her at UCLA. plain sight. lawyers in her hometown. When Holocaust remembrance and edu- efforts to the mission of Holocaust There is no denying that we The event runs from 6 to 8 p.m. the Nazis invaded Poland, she and cation, including the 1939 Club Museum LA (known then as are in a climate crisis. Why do It is free but reservations are her family were confined to the and the Martyrs Memorial and Martyrs Memorial and Museum). people overlook the proof? How required. Only one reservation Częstochowa Ghetto. Separated Museum (later Holocaust Museum A minimum $12 donation is can a consensus on the crisis be per household is needed. For from the rest of their family, she LA). requested; a link to the tour will be achieved? How are climate information and to RSVP, visit and her sister Tamara were selected Born on July 28, 1928, in provided upon registration. For change and environmental bit.ly/FFCApr21. for slave labor at the HASAG- Kovno, Lithuania, Loen (originally more information and to register, issues affecting communities of For information, visit nhm.org. Peltzery camp in Częstochowa, Mariashka Sapoznikow) was 11 visit holocaustmuseumla.org. Winners of short-film competition announced Celebrating Women’s The Music Center and nonprofit radio station dublab announced History Month the 71 “Best Films” and “Official Selections” awardees of A Quiet Scene: L.A., a free film competi- tion and screening initiative that was launched in January. Over a five-week period, the public was invited to submit a short original film that is an authentic reflection of Los Angeles during current times, scored to one of the seven tracks featured on the “Luminous” EP composed by pioneering ambient music artists and brothers Roger and Brian Eno; the album was released by Deutsche Grammophon as a follow-up to photo courtesy of The Music Center “Mixing Colours,” their lauded Ambient artists Brian and Roger Eno’s EP “Luminous” served as the debut album as a duo. soundtrack for the music competition. The top selected films will be shown publicly on the large LED screens on Jerry Moss Plaza in an will be recognized as a fan record of time and expression, and immersive sound environment at favorite in the viewing gallery. the film submissions captured that the Music Center until April 18. In The seven selected “Best Films” essence. We learned through the addition to the outdoor exhibition, are Eastmont Intermediate Middle eyes of participants that Los the films will also be featured for School in Montebello for Angeles is more than a place or March is Women’s History Month, and a pioneering woman from viewing on the Music Center “Marble”; Julia Lee and Tyler landmark but a sense of home, the local community was featured on the cover of the March 31, 1966, Offstage, the performing arts cen- Lorita of Glendale for belonging, connection and com- issue of the Park Labrea News. Jeanne McReynolds, a resident of ter’s virtual platform. “Manganese”; Megan Lee of munity,” said Rachel S. Moore, Lindenhurst Avenue, had recently accepted a job at the time as head To increase engagement and Hacienda Heights for president and CEO of the Music of the Women’s Sales Division for Western Airlines, the first depart- access to this community project, “Malachite”; Daniel Obzejta of Center. “All who contributed their ment of its kind at a major commercial airline. McReynolds, who had the public is invited once again to Los Angeles for “Pewter”; Donald films to this program inspired us previously been an advertising account executive at the May participate in A Quiet Scene: L.A. Parungao of Los Angeles for with their vision and their trust to Company’s Wilshire Boulevard store, said there had been a 75% by voting on a fan favorite film “Vermillion”; Joe Perry of Los share their stories with the public. increase in the number of women traveling by plane during the previ- until April 11, by viewing the Angeles for “Violet”; and Sam We hope Angelenos will once ous decade. Women were playing an increasingly important role in the gallery of “Best” and “Official” Pokress of Los Angeles for again join us and vote for their travel economy for business and pleasure, she added in the accompa- selections on the Music Center “Moss.” The full list of awardees favorite film to continue this con- nying article. Shown as she prepared to depart for Mexico City to Offstage. Fans will be able to can be found at versation of who we are and what launch a major advertising campaign, McReynolds said she hoped to select their top film, per music musiccenter.org/aquietscenela. we represent as one people.” set an example for more women to advance in their professional track featured on the Luminous “We had hoped that A Quiet For information, visit musiccen- careers. EP. The public’s selected films Scene: L.A. would serve as a ter.org. 22 March 25, 2021 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Famed violinist to appear in LACO series Wallis launches interactive Gil Shaham, labeled by the New comes on the York Times as “one of today’s pre- heels of the eminent violinists,” makes a spe- release earlier bedtime ritual for kids cial guest appearance with Los this month of Angeles Chamber Orchestra, per- his first solo forming Boulogne’s virtuosic recording in Violin Concerto No. 9 in G major, several years, on the Orchestra’s Close Quarters which includes interdisciplinary digital series that his first-ever melds musical and visual arts. recording of The program also includes Beethoven’s “Fratres,” composed in 1977 by Violin Arvo Pärt with his distinctive triad- Concerto as based technique. The orchestra well as the itself is the visual focus of the Brahms con- episode, shot by cinematographer certo. He has Michael Elias Thomas utilizing previously cutting edge filming techniques. recorded more Video effects are by production than two dozen designers Yuki Izumihara and Yee concerto and Eun Nam, with direction by LACO solo CDs, earn- Creative Director of Digital ing multiple photo courtesy of the Wallis Content James Darrah. Grammy Tony Award nominee Lilli Cooper stars in the Story Pirates’ “Sleep The new episode is available to Awards and Squad,” available through the Wallis Annenberg Center for the the public at no cost and can be other acco- Performing Arts. streamed on demand following its lades. Shaham, premiere on Friday, March 26, at who plays a Wallis Annenberg Center for Queen. As pilot of the spaceship 6:30 p.m. at laco.org/close-quar- 1719 the Performing Arts announced Ariem, the Dream Queen launch- ters, as well as on YouTube and Stradivarius, is that “Sleep Squad,” a family- es kids into the Slumber Galaxy Facebook live. A digital pre-con- noted for his photo courtesy of Gil Shaham friendly, interactive, virtual the- on three different missions as cert conversation begins at 5:30 flawless tech- Grammy Award-winning violinist Gil Shaham’s appear- ater experience from the Story they train to become members of p.m. nique com- ance comes on the heels of a release earlier this Pirates and Tony Award-winning the Sleep Squad, an elite group “Gil Shaham’s virtuosic artistry, bined with his month of his first solo recording in years. producer Eva Price, is available of the world’s most advanced musical creativity and the inimitable for purchase over a two-week dreamers. unabashed joy he projects in his warmth and period from March 29 through “It’s a treat for us to be able to performances and recordings generosity of spirit that has solidi- have drawn nearly one million April 11. invite families with young chil- inspire audiences around the fied his renown as an American views since debuting in November “Sleep Squad” is a one-of-a- dren to experience such an globe,” LACO Executive Director master. The Illinois-born, Israel- 2020. Between 30 and 40 minutes kind experience that leaps off the inventive new virtual perfor- Ben Cadwallader said. “We are raised violinist is sought after for in length, they are safely filmed at screen for performance-like, mance from our partners, The particularly pleased to present his concert and recital appearances on the Colburn School’s Olive immersive family fun right at Story Pirates. Their story-telling LACO debut in the intimate setting the world’s great concert stages. Rehearsal Hall. home. Featuring brand-new kid- is so inclusive for all ages,” the of LACO Close Quarters captured Close Quarters’ “digitally Subsequent Close Quarters driven comedy and music, this Wallis’ Artistic Director Paul through the remarkable camera native” programs, created specifi- episodes will premiere on Fridays, world-premiere production Crewes said. lens of cinematographer Michael cally for streaming and hailed as April 9 and 23, May 7 and 21, and introduces a special new kind of “Sleep Squad” is available Elias Thomas.” “musically and artistically com- June 4, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. bedtime ritual for kids ages 4-12. video only at $19 per household Shaham’s LACO appearance pelling” by the Los Angeles Times, For information, visit laco.org. The imaginative on-demand for repeated viewing over the show can be experienced after two-week period. A $34 package dinner, before bedtime, at nap- includes the official “Sleep time or anytime young “astro- Squad” Dreamtime Travel Kit Petersen honors Italian automotive designer nauts” feel like going on an that includes a dream journal, adventure into their dreams. It sleep mask, stickers and a star The Petersen Automotive can be experienced in one sit- projector. Museum presents a new exhibit cel- ting, or each story can be “Sleep Squad” can be viewed ebrating Italian design firm and enjoyed in three 15-minute seg- on desktop and mobile computer coachbuilder Pininfarina running ments. web browsers, as well as on iOs today, March 25, through Dec. 5. Created and directed by and Android devices. Viewing Located in the Armand Hammer Olivier Award nominee Jennifer period begins at time of pur- Foundation Gallery, “The Aesthetic Weber and Drama Desk Award chase. of Motoring: 90 Years of nominee Lee Overtree, “Sleep For information and to pur- Pininfarina” exhibit will convey the Squad” stars Tony Award nomi- chase tickets, visit significance and evolution of the nee Lilli Cooper as the Dream thewallis.org/Sleep. Italian firm through a curated display of four key automobiles representing its storied 90-year history. Vehicles on display will include a 1931 GWNC to hold e-bikes forum Cadillac Model452A Boattail Roadster, the first Pininfarina body The Greater mounted on a non-Italian chassis; a Wilshire 1947 Cisitalia 202 Coupe, consid- Neighborhood ered one of the most attractive vehi- Council is host- cles ever built; a 1966 Dino ing a virtual Berlinetta 206 GT Prototype, the first photo courtesy of the Petersen Automotive Museum town hall on mid-engine Ferrari; and a 2019 “The Aesthetic of Motoring: 90 Years of Pininfarina” exhibit will showcase Thursday, Automobili Pininfarina “Battista,” March 25, at 6 the diversity and versatility of the coachbuilder’s designs through four mile- which is an early design model of a p.m. about e- luxury hypercar, as opposed to a stone examples. bikes. functioning automobile. A 1967 The town hall Ferrari 365P Berlinetta Speciale “Tre icating an exhibition to our anniver- 1985 Ferrari 288 GTO, 1989 Ferrari will feature local Posti,” the last vehicle bodied by sary,” said Paolo Pininfarina, chair- Testarossa, 1991 Ferrari F40 and experts taking Pininfarina for a private client, will man of the Pininfarina Group. “The 2004 Ferrari Enzo. Additional questions about replace the 1966 Dino Berlinetta 206 models on display perfectly repre- Pininfarina-designed vehicles can be electric biycles GT Prototype in April. sent our identity, which today is the seen in the Vault Presented by and their place in “With its commitment to elegant, same as in the 1930s. The centrality Hagerty, including a 1953 Nash- the future of aerodynamic design and small-scale of design, an aesthetic sense capable Healey Roadster, 1954 Nash-Healey urban trans- production, Pininfarina has created of creating timeless beauty, the Le Mans Coupe, 1972 Ferrari 365 portation. some of the most innovative and obsession with quality, the force of a GTC/4, 2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta, Panelists photo courtesy of the Greater Wilshire Neighborhood Council revered car designs in the history of tradition that combines industry, 2010 Ferrari 599 GTO, 2014 Ferrari include Lindsay Panelists, including LA DOT representatives, will dis- the automobile,” Petersen technology and stylistic research. F12, 2017 Ferrari F12 70th Sturman, co-host Automotive Museum Executive Pininfarina has built up 90 years of Anniversary, the 1982 Ferrari 308 of the podcast cuss the future of e-bike use in the city. Director Terry L. Karges said. “The innovation in compliance with these GTSi from “Magnum PI” and a “Bike Talk”; new exhibit will provide visitors with values.” Ferrari 458 Challenge art car by Marcel Porras, the Los Angeles include: What are the metrics of e- a behind-the-scenes look at the com- The exhibit will complement other Tyler Ramsey. Department of Transportation’s bike use in L.A.? Are e-bikes sus- pany’s design history while paying Pininfarina designs currently on dis- Tickets must be purchased in chief sustainability officer for trans- tainable? and what concerns are homage to its innovation through play throughout the museum. The advance online. Guests will be portation technology; and Adam present with e-bikes? these four rarely-seen vehicles.” “Supercars” exhibit on the Otis required to wear masks and practice Long, a sustainable transportation For information, including regis- “We are honored that a prestigious Booth History Floor includes a 1959 physical distancing. advocate. tration and the Zoom link, visit museum such as the Petersen is ded- Ferrari 250 GT Interim Berlinetta, For information, visit petersen.org. Questions that will be answered greaterwilshire.org/e-bike. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 March 25, 2021

LACLA to present ‘Feral’ DaVinci hosts gallery of ex-counterfeiter One of the world’s most notori- security features ous counterfeiters, Arthur J. found in real Williams Jr., who learned how to currency. All of paint while in prison, has William’s paint- announced the opening of his ings include gallery at DaVinci Gallery in watermarks on Beverly Hills. the canvases that Open for private appointment, can only see DaVinci Gallery is the first when held up to COVID-19-free business of its light. kind, utilizing state-of-the-art UV Williams also lights placed throughout the uses a number of gallery, touch-free sanitizing sta- revolutionary tions and, to practice social dis- painting tropes tancing, each exquisite piece has that have been positioned 6 feet apart from become his sig- photo courtesy of DaVinci Gallery the next. Hours of operation are nature, including Arthur J. Williams Jr. discovered his artistic talent Tuesday-Saturday, noon to 6 p.m. iridescent ink while spending one-third of his life behind bars. Williams, famous for being the that is only visi- photo courtesy of LACLA counterfeiter who successfully ble under a black risks. And this past spring at the “Feral,” directed by Andres Kaiser, is a horror mockumentary that replicated the “impossible to repli- light, canvases done with three- height of the COVID pandemic, takes place in the Oaxacan mountains. cate” 1996 $100 bill, has had his dimensional paint and elaborate he took another. Having been exploits covered in Rolling Stone, prints on NASA space material. forced to close his gallery in his VICE, Gizmodo, Forbes, featured “There are many artists today hometown of Chicago, in hopes of Latin American Cinemateca of age children to place them back on “American Greed” and chroni- creating work that revolves making a better life for his wife Los Angeles is presenting the into society. Through videotape cled in the book “The Art of around money. However, none of and children, he packed up the second annual Cine Nepantla on diaries, viewers are treated to a Making Money” by Jason them have a personal connection family and headed to California. Friday, March 26, featuring the portrait of a man whose singular Kersten. and history to the subject matter Through hard work and talent, he Mexican horror mockumentary pursuit of this goal saw him Convicted for his criminal quite like Arthur does. He’s sacri- said he is thrilled to showcase his “Feral.” excommunicated from the church wrongdoings, Williams spent ficed immensely for his craft. And work in his new gallery located in The streaming will be available he holds dear, separated from more than a third of his life behind within that sacrifice is a tremen- the heart of Beverly Hills. at lacla.uscreen.io for the price of society and plagued by a self- bars before his 40th birthday. dous amount of value that’s creat- While Williams and his family $5 starting Friday through doubt which chipped away at his While serving his last seven years, ed a unique skillset,” said look forward to the day when he Sunday, March 28. That will also humanity. However, a more sinis- Williams passed the time by Matthew Moore, founder of can have a grand opening, he is include a post-streaming discus- ter picture begins to emerge as studying the works of Leonardo Artists Replete. happy that art lovers can still sion in English and Spanish with interviews with individuals from Da Vinci and Michelangelo and Turning from his life of crime to experience his work safely. director Andres Kaiser and Guido the nearby village and his close taking art classes taught by a fel- the world of art, Williams’ big His story goes beyond the world Segal, a screenwriter and film family appears. low inmate. break came when actor and former of art. He has brought inspiration critic. Kaiser’s found-footage docu- During his incarceration, California Gov. Arnold to countless others experiencing Nepantla is a Nahuatl word mentary weaves a spellbinding Williams took what he learned Schwarzenegger invited him to his hard times. In addition to creating which describes the state of liv- tale by featuring deep character from studying the masters to cre- Los Angeles home to auction his new work, Williams donates a ing in-between different cultures. explorations that threaten to spill ate money-themed oil paintings, paintings for the former gover- portion of his earnings to several It can also refer to living in the into malevolence at any moment. which incorporate the same level nor’s charity, “After School All- charities, including After School borderlands or being at a literal Examining questions of blind of detail found in his counterfeit Stars.” Williams’ showing raised All-Stars and Common Ground. or metaphorical crossroads. In faith, trust and doubt, Kaiser work. All his works are painted in over $180,000 for the charity. For information, visit arthur- line with this concept, Cine explores the individual in relation layers and he adds many of the Williams is no stranger to taking jwilliamsjr.com. Nepantla aims to create a space to the church through a critical in which meaningful dialogue lens that highlights the among audiences of different hypocrisies prevalent within reli- socio-economic backgrounds, gion and builds on the idea of the races, ethnicities, ages, abilities, “other,” an ostracized figure both genders, sexualities, nationalities feared and reviled. and religions can take place and The videotape diaries reveal effect change. conflicting elements: the nobility “Feral” takes place in the of the disgraced priest’s mission majestic landscape of the at odds with the unnatural Oaxacan mountains, where goings-on that appear at the videotape diaries and interviews edges, leaving the audience reveal a shocking series of horrif- unsettled. Kaiser keeps the truth ic events involving a psychoana- hidden as long as possible, hint- lyst priest and his children ing at the horrors that lay buried patients. deep within the film. A small cast Somewhere in the Oaxacan of remarkable actors helps keep mountains are the burnt-out the atmosphere tense and fright- remains of a shelter that housed a ening in the build-up to a haunt- psychoanalyst priest who was ing and unforgettable climax. obsessed with rehabilitating sav- For information, visit lacla.org. Cinelounge theater reopens Now that Los Angeles has moved a journey through the American from the purple tier to the red tier, West, living as a van-dwelling mod- Cinelounge Sunset, the indoor ern-day nomad. venue on Sunset Boulevard in “Promising Young Woman,” Hollywood, reopened at 25% on written and directed by Emerald March 22, with a mixture of inde- Fennell and starring Carey pendent films and Oscar contenders. Mulligan, Clancy Brown and Adam “Tenet,” the action and science Brody, will be shown until March fiction film from director 30. The story is about a young Christopher Nolan and starring woman, traumatized by a tragic John David Washington, will be event in her past, who seeks shown until March 30. The movie vengeance against those who cross is set in a twilight world of interna- her path. tional espionage, where an “Godzilla vs. Kong,” directed by unnamed CIA operative, known as Adam Wingard and starring the Protagonist, is recruited by a Alexander Skarsgard and Millie mysterious organization called Bobbie Brown, is opening on Tenet to participate in a global March 31. It will be available assignment that unfolds beyond through April 6. real time. Health and safety protocols will “Nomadland,” directed by Chloe be strictly observed. Capacity is Zhao and starring Frances limited and tickets and refreshments McDormand, will be shown until must be purchased in advance. March 30. The film tells the story of For show times or more informa- how a woman, who lost everything tion, visit arenascreen.com or call in the Great Recession, embarks on (323)924-1644. 24 March 25, 2021 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press The ‘Snyder Cut’ chugs along without concern After a tumultuous journey, Zack sweater and sniffs it). Snyder’s cut of 2017’s “Justice Other odd choices abound, like League” arrived on HBO Max, Snyder’s eternal fixation with now called “Zack Snyder’s Justice Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah,” League,” to far more critical praise now appearing in the credits, cov- than any other extended version of ered by Allison Crowe. the auteur’s other films (namely, And then there’s the Flash’s “Watchmen” and “Batman v (Ezra Miller) new introduction, gods, and gods don’t concern them- Superman”) and positive reception complete with hot dogs flying in selves with mortal affairs. from Snyder’s fans as well. the air following a car crash and a That doesn’t matter for a digital The core remains intact: galactic slow-motion save of his crush Iris brigade of unknown size. For those villain Steppenwolf (Ciarán Hinds) West (Kiersey Clemons). This diehard fans, this is a major win, seeks three Mother Boxes, sentient sequences exemplifies Snyder’s proof Whedon besmirched the orig- computers hidden on Earth. If they weirder impulses: a superhero in inal director’s vision. And plenty of merge, all life on this planet ends. slo-mo surrounded by flying meat, critics and longtime Snyder Batman (Ben Affleck) and Wonder a “Song to the Sirens” cover and doubters have even called it remark- Woman (Gal Gadot) attempt to that loner-speedster momentarily able. But the idea of rewatching a recruit members of a team to pre- caressing his crush’s face before four-hour film that’s 25% dull, 15% vent this and other word atrocities, saving her. unnecessary, 5% confusing and but interest is mixed. They’re less Snyder loves some slo-mo, not 55% enjoyable hardly feels like a inspiring or recognizable as Earth’s merely whenever the Flash runs, success. ultimate protector, Superman but everywhere else, from Wonder This thing needs editing – a sepa- (Henry Cavill), who died during the Woman’s debut to a highly saturat- rate set of eyes polishing, fine tuning photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures final showdown of “Batman v ed football game in Victor Stone’s and omitting Snyder’s more self- A new villain, Darkseid, arrives in “Zack Snyder’s Justice League.” Superman: Dawn of Justice.” (Ray Fisher) backstory leading to aggrandizing sequences – which At a whopping four hours, the the events that made him Cyborg. brings us right back to where the Snyder cut takes its time, and elat- Aesthetic and random choices drama began. Best to just move on. was doing that first, but most DC an alternate dimension bring ing in every little detail doesn’t aside, the Snyder cut provides both As for what’s here: it’s long. films can’t seem to recapture what together heroes and villains to com- serve much purpose, especially in the Flash and Cyborg more to do, That’s not inherently bad. Horror made those films so compelling. An bat a former hero and an even the first 80 minutes. Added scenes especially Cyborg, who receives a film “Midsommar” ran 141 min- unstoppable villain without much greater foe. Those moments are of Bruce Wayne traversing danger- full origin story this time around. utes, surpassing more of its kin that else going on – also hinting at more engaging, with a specific per- ous mountain terrain, a few more That part works especially well. average less than two hours. The another more powerful villain, formance that stands out. scenes that drag out sequences that But the problem with Snyder’s “Return of the King” extended cut who’s only enticing because of his But nothing will come of this, at the theatrical cut infer and even an work remains consistent: his char- surpassed four hours as well. And long comics history – has become least as of now. Due to a host of Icelandic folk song that marks acters never quite feel human, “Avengers: Endgame” reached the primary trope across most issues, the Justice League never got Aquaman’s (Jason Momoa) dra- replacing personality with brooding three hours. They all target similar superhero media. the proper introduction, and this matic exit from a small village (and and laser focus on the dilemma at audiences, asking more of their Perhaps the most interesting revised version is merely posterity, the random singer who picks up his hand. Snyder wants his heroes to be spectators, but they spend their time promise of something truly refresh- a fond farewell to a film franchise more wisely. ing arrives in the epilogue (the that frantically tried to catch up The Snyder cut desperately tries Snyder cut includes chapter titles a with a competitor without putting in to be revelatory, dark poetry amidst la any Tarantino flick) that contin- the proper emotional connection to the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s ues a tease from “Batman v make it work. Perhaps the next lighter offerings. Christopher Nolan Superman”: a dystopian future or “Flash” film will reset the timeline.

photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures Director Zack Snyder joined Ben Affleck as Batman and Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman during the filming of a scene in “Zack Snyder’s Justice League.”

photo courtesy of KCCLA The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles is showing “Beasts Clawing at Straws” and “The Bacchus Lady” in its new film series.

KCCLA highlights Korean films The Korean Cultural Center Los star actress Youn Yuh Jung. Angeles presents a virtual screen- “Beats Clawing at Straws” ing series that begins with the film (2020) follows a struggling restau- “Beasts Clawing at Straws” avail- rant owner who finds a bag of cash able for viewing from Friday, in a sauna locker, and a customs March 26, through Friday, April 8. officer who gets into trouble when After the first screening period his girlfriend runs off with money ends, KCCLA will show “The he borrowed from a loan shark. Bacchus Lady” beginning on April “The Bacchus Lady” (2016) exam- 8. ines the issue of elderly prostitution The online screening was created in South Korea. so people can conveniently enjoy Viewing is free. For information, Korean films at home. Both films visit kccla.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 25 March 25, 2021

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Jennifer. Last year, Grebenschikoff’s wish embezzlement, lawyer claims came true, thanks to a Beverly Hills From page 1 resident, and the story has captured international attention. office for prosecution. President Nils Nehrenheim, who Ita Gordon, an indexer for the The alleged embezzlement also serves as on the Redondo USC Shoah Foundation, was took place between March 5 and Beach City Council, declined to watching a survivor’s testimony Nov. 21, 2019. Sunnanon comment as “this is an open and from Chile that featured Holocaust allegedly oversaw the payment ongoing sheriff’s investigation.” survivor Ana María Wahrenberg. processing system and redirected Melissa Crowder, acting city “She was so eloquent. I was so transactions to his personal clerk for the city, said in an email impressed and moved by her and JPMorgan Chase bank account that “the allegations against Mr. her testimony and how she spoke multiple times in amounts rang- Sunnanon are in the investigation about her life as a child in Berlin ing from approximately $40 to stage; however, the city recog- prior to 1938 … I just wanted to see more than $5,000. nizes that they are very serious if I could find her in the archives of ICA executives asked allegations.” the USC Shoah Foundation. We Sunnanon to reimburse the group “Technically, Mr. Sunnanon’s have an incredible, rich archive of for the misappropriated funds in term on the Public Facilities testimonies … I knew how to go 2019 and 2020, but Sunnanon Commission expired on Feb. looking for her,” Gordon said. did not, according to the police 28, 2021, along with all other Gordon did not find Ana María, report. city commissioners and adviso- but she did find mention of Sunnanon’s attorney, Michael ry board members,” Crowder Annemarie in the testimony of A. Simmrin of Simmrin Law said. “The City Council is cur- Betty Grebenschikoff, and given Group, said his client is innocent. rently conducting its appoint- the survivors’ ages – both are now “Mr. Sunnanon, a man who ment process for all commis- 91 – and the fact that they both photo courtesy of USC Shoah Foundation has dedicated his entire career to sioners and advisory board came from Berlin, Gordon realized Beverly Hills resident Ita Gordon reconnected two Holocaust survivors helping other people, vehemently members, as is our practice that Ana María and Annemarie who were separated 82 years ago. denies these allegations. We wel- every two years.” might be one and the same. come a full and fair investigation West Hollywood Mayor “Through it all, there was a voice Holocaust, and they’ve “discussed ing about racism and hate crimes in into these issues. We believe that Lindsey Horvath said she is inside of me that kept on telling me that quite a bit,” Grebenschikoff general. once all facts come to light, Mr. “deeply concerned and dismayed to pursue this, pursue this, pursue said. “Not only the hate crimes, but the Sunnanon will be fully exonerat- by the very serious allegations.” this and I did,” Gordon said. They also talk about their shared Asian Americans and the general ed and [we] are willing to coop- “The facts must be fully inves- With the backing of the Shoah childhood experiences and their intolerance is very difficult to see, erate in any way possible,” tigated and, if the allegations are Foundation and Executive Director current families. which is why we’re so out there, Simmrin said. proven true, accountability is Stephen Smith, as well as “It’s amazing that after all these virtually anyhow, telling people to In a statement, ICA Vice essential,” she said. Holocaust museums in Florida and years we have an instant connection be nice to one another and accept Chile, Grebenschikoff and and agree on so many things,” each other as a human being,” Wahrenberg were reconnected late Grebenschikoff said. Grebenschikoff said. last year, and despite the old friends That connection has grabbed Due to the pandemic, the women not speaking for the last 82 years, attention around the country and have not yet reunited in person, their reconnection has astounded world, with national media outlets, though they plan to do so in Miami their families and each other. The including “NBC Nightly News” this September for Rosh Hashanah, two women still remember their and in the Washington Post, cover- which begins on Labor Day, Sept. German – fortunate, since ing the story in the U.S., and news- 6. Wahrenberg speaks Spanish in papers “all over the world,” includ- “I know, one way or the other, she Chile, and Grebenschikoff does not ing Wahrenberg’s Chile, have is going to be in Ana Maria’s arms know Spanish. picked up the story, too, come Labor Day week, all because “My German is a little bit rusty, Grebenschikoff said. of Ita Gordon,” Jennifer but she knows what I want to say “It’s been incredible, very busy Grebenschikoff said. and she helps me out. We have an but it’s all good,” Grebenschikoff Gordon, who said she’s “lucky” incredible connection, it’s just an said. “I’m happy that the story is to have a job working with absolute miracle,” Grebenschikoff coming out because it’s a good Holocaust survivors and helping said. story. Once in a while, a good thing ensure their testimonies are record- Grebenschikoff and Wahrenberg can happen out of something like ed for future generations, said this speak regularly via video calls, and the Holocaust.” story is especially fulfilling for her. photo by Justin Sayers their reconnection has shown how The press coverage also gives the “Luckily, we can have a reunion Restaurants along a stretch of North Fairfax Avenue just south of Santa similar their lives have been. Both survivors a chance to reach new with both of them alive and well. Monica Boulevard are now able to apply for liquor licenses. women have made it their lives’ audiences with their stories of sur- That’s a gift. That’s the gift that we mission to educate others about the viving such an atrocity and for talk- have with them,” Gordon said. Fairfax businesses ask for Glenn Weiss returns as director of Oscars The Oscars show producers permissionFrom page 3 to sell liquor Jesse Collins, Stacey Sher and Steven Soderbergh announced the R3C-C projects,” said Rachel abate some of those concerns. on March 19 that veteran direc- Dimond, the city’s acting planning “This is Fairfax, so it is a high- tor Glenn Weiss will return to manager. “Staff believes that you traffic area. It’s fairly dense. We’re direct the 93rd Oscars. The can have conditions of approval seeing it be developed as we speak. Oscars will air live on ABC and that can limit those aspects to the … I do think the Planning broadcast outlets worldwide on residential behind and on the same Commission did come to a reason- April 25. site, so as an alternative suggested able solution,” said councilman “Our plan is that this year’s that be removed.” John Erickson, who was on the Oscars will look like a movie, not The change allows properties to commission before joining the a television show, and Glenn has request alcohol service like they council in December. embraced this approach and come were permitted to do so prior to the “Planning Commission did have up with ideas of his own on how rezoning, with a conditional use a very thorough conversation about to achieve this. We’re thrilled to permit, Dimond said. The district neighborhood concerns with have him as part of the brain allows for restaurants up to 1,200 respect to coming up with their trust,” the producers said. photo courtesy of AMPAS square feet, art galleries and general decision,” councilwoman Sepi Weiss has directed numerous Glenn Weiss has won five Emmy Awards for directing award shows, retail, but did not allow any associ- Shyne added. live televised events, including including previous years of the Academy Awards and the Tony Awards. ated alcoholic beverage sales with Mayor Lindsey Horvath pointed five previous Oscars shows, for those uses. out that she did not originally sup- which he won two Primetime The stretch of Fairfax is currently port the zoning changes when they Emmys, and 19 Tony Awards Awards,” “BET Awards,” “Peter The 93rd Oscars will be held on home to 14 parcels – a mixture of were first brought up. shows, which earned him three Pan Live!,” “Dick Clark’s Sunday, April 25, at Union Station parking lots, retail and restaurants, “I still am troubled by the poten- directing Primetime Emmys. Primetime New Year’s Rockin’ Los Angeles and the Dolby she said. There is only one restau- tial impacts on residential neighbor- Weiss’s additional directing cred- Eve with Ryan Seacrest,” Theatre at Hollywood & Highland rant currently open along the stretch hoods with this zoning,” she said. “I its include this year’s multi-net- “Primetime Emmy Awards,” Center in Hollywood, and will be with the other two in development. think that the Planning Commission work Inaugural Night special “Live from Lincoln Center,” televised live on ABC at 5 p.m. Council members said they took did a good job of making sure that “Celebrating America,” “The “Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks The Oscars also will be televised residential concerns into account the uses are properly vetted, and Democratic National Spectacular,” “Garth Brooks, Live live in more than 225 countries before deciding on their vote, say- neighborhoods are aware of what Convention,” “The Kennedy from Las Vegas” and the and territories worldwide. ing that they were satisfied with the uses might come into their neigh- Center Honors,” “Billboard Music “American Music Awards.” For information, visit oscars.org planning commission’s efforts to borhood.” 26 March 25, 2021 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

they were able to reach 4,200 stu- ments, saying that over the last year dents in February, from as close as they’ve had discussions among Museums adapting to post-pandemic world Fairfax High School and as far as museums and galleries about their From page 1 Anchorage, Alaska. role in shaping societal norms. “We had schools as far as Alaska Mariko Yoshimura-Rank, direc- webinars and other ways to engage touring our galleries with their own tor of board and community rela- with the public. personal docent,” Gessler said. tions at the Academy Museum of Jordanna Gessler, vice president “This is something that I think we’ll Motion Pictures, said that’s been of education and exhibits at continue to do even when we especially true in film. They’re Holocaust Museum LA, said they reopen. Just the way in which planning upcoming programming shifted quickly last May to primari- we’ve been able to bring our collec- with activists, scholars and film ly providing virtual tours. That tion to communities and schools artists to discuss those topics. coincided with the launch of a new across the globe has been really “The museums are not neutral website and rebranding. phenomenal.” spaces. We have this great opportu- While they are not currently plan- That shift to digital outreach was nity to platform and encourage dia- ning a reopening, the pandemic has echoed by representatives from logue,” she said. photo courtesy of the Holocaust Museum LA actually allowed the museum to many museums, including While the museum, which is Representatives from the Holocaust Museum LA said virtual exhibits increase its reach with virtual guid- LACMA, where Rice agreed they located adjacent to the LACMA grew their geographic reach during the pandemic. ed tours. She pointed to the fact that will continue to use some of the campus, is not scheduled to open practices long past the pandemic, until September, she said that the including webinars for certain pro- pandemic closures have allowed grams. the museum the opportunity to “We’re finding that often online focus on community building. L.A. County hosts 100th drive-up giveaway engagement is the most appropriate “It’s really allowed us more time Los Angeles County on March type of engagement based on the to be more collaborative and effec- 18 hosted its 100th free drive-up content,” he said. tive,” she said. food distribution event since the While they were able to reach Ultimately, the participants in the COVID-19 pandemic started at people across the globe, Rice said meeting said that museums and gal- Good Samaritan Hospital in the the largest population for their leries reopening is a sign of things Westlake area. online content was local. getting back to normal. The giveaway, organized in “I think we’re realizing that you “The key to recovery … is partnership with the Los Angeles can reach a global audience, but through the arts – leading through Regional Food Bank, also marked really having a sense of place in the the arts and culture,” said Tim the 10 millionth pound of food people that you serve locally is Pershing, a senior field representa- provided to residents via drive- essential,” Rice said. “It reaffirmed tive for California Assemblyman through events since last March the connection that we have with Richard Bloom (D-Santa Monica). under the #LetsFeedLACounty Los Angeles County and our imme- “Absence makes the heart feel banner. diate neighbors in Miracle Mile.” fonder. … I think there’s going to Hundreds of residents had free Museum leaders also discussed be a great power, upwelling as 50-pound boxes of food placed their role in the social justice move- everything starts to open up.” into their vehicles by disaster ser- photo courtesy of Los Angeles County vice workers from the county’s Drive-thru food distributions put on by Los Angeles County offer Library and Parks and Recreation recipients 50-pound boxes of food. departments. Los Angeles County Shelter concerns neighbors Board of Supervisors Chair Hilda L. Solis, 1st District, was on hand ships and a commitment to serv- support from Los Angeles to help load food boxes and thank ing our most vulnerable has led to County, which provided funding of Pan Pacific Park county employees for their work to this milestone that serves as a and logistic support that has bene- From page 1 feed L.A.’s hungry this past year. reminder of how many families fited millions of our neighbors.” ing offering transportation. The Gardner Street are not impacted An estimated one in four coun- are still suffering from sustained While contents of emergency Department of Recreation and by operations at the emergency ty residents has suffered at least food insecurity. With the passage food kits vary from week to week, Parks has installed new lighting shelter, and those facilities will one instance of food insecurity of the latest federal relief bill, I am a typical box contains enough and security cameras around the reopen as soon as public health since the pandemic started, committed alongside our partners items to sustain a family of four facility. orders allow and the city deter- according to a recent USC study. at the Los Angeles Regional Food for a week. The kit usually con- “We are definitely sensitive to mines it is safe. “Since the beginning of the Bank to serving our communities tains an assortment of fresh pro- the fact that there has been over- Many residents in the area pandemic one year ago, the with the resources they need duce, protein, grains and beans. flow with people staying in the remain concerned about the shel- County of Los Angeles has helped because no one should go to bed The boxes also contain enroll- park, and we are working on ter, and hope the park returns to families put food on the table hungry.” ment information about other solutions to that,” Zwick said. its pre-pandemic state as soon as through free drive-up meal distri- “It has now been over a year food relief services available He added that next two months possible. butions,” Solis said. “As we mark since we added the large drive- through the county: CalFresh are crucial in allowing a safe tran- “This park serves many neigh- our 100th distribution, I reflect on thru COVID-19 Relief Food monthly grocery benefits; sition for shelter residents, and borhoods and now people are the many residents from through- Distributions to our list of Food Woman, Infant and Children the councilwoman remains com- using it more than ever. Summer out the county I have had the plea- Bank programs,” added Michael nutritional support; and Older mitted to ensuring the process is right around the corner,” said a sure of meeting – from older Flood, president and CEO of the Adult Meal Programs through the continues unfettered. Plans for nearby resident who asked to be adults to single mothers, it has L.A. Regional Food Bank. “We Workforce Development, Aging reopening the park facility will identified only as Gail. “I don’t certainly been under trying cir- have been able to respond suc- and Community Services unit. occur concurrently, he added. think [the shelter] should be per- cumstances. A combination of cessfully thanks to our amazing For information, visit lacoun- Zwick said the senior center manent. It wouldn’t be a positive federal relief, community partner- partners, including the incredible ty.gov. and Fairfax Branch Library on thing.”

fessor emeritus at Cedars-Sinai and birthday party that attracted well- senior director of surgical wishers from across the U.S., Cedars-Sinai doctor celebrates 100th birthday endoscopy and innovation research, Canada and Japan. Many appeared who still speaks with the Hungarian in a birthday tribute video, calling As a young man during the medicine, pioneering endoscopic to work first thing in the morning at accent of his youth. “I go through Berci a role model and noting his Holocaust, Dr. George Berci was and laparoscopic techniques that Cedars-Sinai just as he’s done every what I need to do for the day, eat continued stamina and imagination. conscripted into forced labor in his provide the basis of virtually all workday for more than half a centu- two pieces of toast with a cup of As the party wound to a close, native Hungary, narrowly escaping minimally invasive surgeries per- ry. tea, take a short walk or go to the Berci offered a simple message for death at the hands of the Nazis even formed today. To mark the occasion, dozens of gym and then I am usually at work his guests. as members of his family perished. Earlier this month, Berci logged Berci’s colleagues, friends and stu- by 7 a.m.” “Here we are, after 100 years,” Over the decades that followed, his latest milestone: he turned 100. dents from around the world cele- In his decades at Cedars-Sinai, he said in a soft-spoken voice. Berci forged a legendary career in And he didn’t miss a beat, reporting brated his birthday with a surprise Berci developed new visualization “Thank you.” Zoom party, recalling the impact of techniques, miniaturized instru- For information, visit cedars- an inspirational leader and beloved ments and high-definition cameras sinai.org. mentor known for his trademark – critical advancements that revolu- optimism, creativity and energy. tionized the field of minimally “The person that we’re celebrat- invasive surgery and continue to Answers From Page 27 ing is unquestionably one of the influence nearly every surgical spe- most interesting men in the world,” cialty. said Dr. Bruce Gewertz, surgeon in “He is probably one of the great- chief and chair of the Department of est postgraduate educators that has Surgery at Cedars-Sinai. “It is ever been,” said Dr. Edward impossible to find anyone with Phillips, executive vice chair of the more enthusiasm and imagination.” Department of Surgery at Cedars- When asked about the recipe for Sinai. “Whenever he sees a new a long, vibrant and successful life technology, instrument, or develops despite the conflict of his early one, his first thought is, ‘How am I years, Berci said the secret has been going to teach everyone?’” keeping the mind and body moving. Phillips and dozens of other col- photo courtesy of Cedars-Sinai “For the past 100 years, I get up leagues, friends and former stu- Cedars-Sinai’s Dr. George Berci turned 100 years old earlier this month. very early,” said Berci, now a pro- dents lauded Berci during the Zoom Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 27 March 25, 2021 Classified Advertising email:[email protected] BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY COMPUTER HARDWARE INCOME TAX UPHOLSTERY WEBSITE DESIGN ALL YEAR ALAKAZAM TThehe INCOME TAX UPHOLSTERY & DRAPERY

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