20 Pages Thursday, June 4, 2020 ◆ Pacific Palisades, California $1.50 Anawalt’s Palisades Hardware National Guard Arrives in Pacific Now Open for Business Palisades to Prevent Potential Looters By SARAH SHMERLING By SARAH SHMERLING what someone would expect from Editor-in-Chief Editor-in-Chief a larger chain. “It felt like it was going to be a s protests over police brutality fter nearly two years, Pacific hometown hardware store again,” and the death of George Floyd Palisades once again has its Weaver said, adding how friendly Acontinued across Southern Califor- Aown hardware store: Anawalt’s and nice everyone she spoke with nia and around the globe—includ- Palisades Hardware had its official was. ing a group in the Palisades—the soft opening on Friday, May 29. Though hardware stores have National Guard arrived in the busi- Anawalt moved into a portion always been on the list of essential ness district of Pacific Palisades on of the Sunset Boulevard space businesses that could remain open Sunday, May 31. formerly occupied by Norris through Safer at Home orders, “Tens of thousands of people Hardware, which has sat emp- the state of retail has dramatically took to the streets this weekend to ty since the store closed in July shifted since Robles first revealed peacefully protest,” Councilmem- 2018. Throughout the time that Anawalt’s plans to the community ber Mike Bonin shared in a tweet. the space sat unoccupied, Palisa- on Monday, February 17. “Their demonstrations—and our dians shared their wishes for what The store faced hiccups before city—were disrupted and marred by would fill it, and a replacement first opening due to COVID-19, violence from a few that were out Monday afternoon Photos by Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer hardware store was always at the General Manager Rosie Maravilla to take advantage and cause chaos.” top of the list. Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer explained, which delayed the wait A group of protesters peaceful- Many businesses across town Tuesday night. As the Post went “The first weekend was a huge for certain supplies. ly gathered in the Village area on boarded up storefronts beginning to print Tuesday, it was not known success,” President and CEO of room to carry lumber and live The store also closed early on Sunday afternoon, holding signs Monday afternoon, including those if the curfew would be extended Anawalt Lumber Co. Rolando plants,” Robles explained, adding Monday, June 1, at the suggestion that displayed messages including located within Palisades Village, to further. Robles shared with the Palisadi- that those were the two depart- of the Los Angeles Police De- “Black Lives Matter.” prevent potential looting that hit Palisades beach patrol officers an-Post. “Better than we antici- ments that were most requested. partment, to board up and protect “Today we should be in the neighboring cities. The develop- Rusty Redican and Jimmy Soliman pated.” Kari Weaver, an Alphabet it from potential looting that hit classroom helping students pro- ment was closed starting Monday were deployed on Saturday evening Anawalt is a family-owned Streets resident of about five neighboring cities. cess all that is happening around through at least Wednesday, June 3, in Fairfax and on Sunday evening in and operated company that was years who used to shop at Norris But the Palisades store re- us,” Los Angeles Unified School “for the safety and security of our West LA, according to information founded in 1923. The Palisades for both personal and profession- opened for business on Tuesday District Superintendent Austin community,” a spokesperson said. provided by the Pacific Palisades location marks Anawalt’s fifth al reasons, shared her experience morning, Robles reported, and Beutner shared in a statement June The National Guard returned to Community Council. across Los Angeles, joining the as the first customer at Anawalt’s continued to welcome customers. 1. “The killing of George Floyd, the Palisades Monday evening, but Redican and Soliman were re- Malibu, Pico Boulevard, West Palisades Hardware. “It felt great to be welcomed a handcuffed, unarmed Black man it was unclear as the Post went to ported to have been doing double Hollywood and Hollywood spots. “It was great, it really was,” to the community,” Robles said, in Minneapolis, is wrong and it print if they would return Tuesday. duty—continuing to attend their Robles said the team received Weaver said. She explained that “to hear customers tell us how shocks the senses. There are no Concurrently, the County of work every morning at the Pali- many compliments on how great the manager, who saw her look- happy they are that there is a hard- words to express the pain, the help- Los Angeles had been under sev- sades beach areas and bluffs. the store looked and the array of ing inside, welcomed her in and ware store back in the Palisades.” lessness and the anger many of us eral days of curfew, beginning at 6 “We thank Officers Redican merchandise they are stocking, helped her find the items she was Anawalt’s Palisades Hard- are feeling.” p.m. until 6 a.m. Sunday through and Soliman and all of our local which covers everything from looking for on Thursday, includ- ware is located at 15130 Sunset law enforcement officials for their plumbing to electrical and items ing a new broom. Blvd. and open from 7 a.m. to 4 dedication to protecting the com- to maintain a nursery—though the She said the care and attention p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 munity,” PPCC continued. store does not have live plants. she received from the store’s em- a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. Temescal Gateway Park was “We just wish we had more ployees was much different from to 4 p.m. Sunday. briefly closed on Monday, June 1, over concerns but reopened after a few hours. As the Post went to print Tues- Veterans Gardens Nears Completion day, no instances of looting in the Palisades had been reported.

at Palisades Recreation Center This is a developing story. By JENNIKA INGRAM Updates will be made as they are Reporter A group gathers on Sunday afternoon. available at palipost.com.

he long-awaited Veterans Gar- Tdens at Palisades Recreation Center is nearing completion and Palisades Businesses Reveal opening its enrollment for the com- munity to sign-up for newly created bocce leagues. Plans for Reopening The Pacific Palisades Park Ad- visory Board voted unanimously for By LILY TINOCO at school reopening guidelines for the middle of the community,” the Department of Recreation and Reporter preschools through 12th grade on Mary Wamble of ATAM said to Parks to approve the project in Sep- Wednesday, May 27. the Post. “We know our com- tember 2017, igniting several years ollowing state and county “The … objective is to devel- munity very well and have cus- of collaboration between the public The Veterans Gardens Board Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer guidelines, Los Angeles has op a planning framework based tom-tailored ourselves to them.” and private sector to bring the park Ftaken steps toward reopening its on current assumptions and con- A soft, appointment-only to fruition. The project, which honors vet- during the week. economy after more than two ditions to assist Local Education opening is in the works for ATAM, Founder Jimmy Dunne shared erans, is designed as a “living room Other projects in the works in- months of being largely shutdown. Agencies with planning for the planned for the last week of June. that the team has been collaborating in the park,” featuring gardens, a clude chess and bridge clubs. Con- Over the last two weeks, May- 2020-21 school year in the midst “We’re having a very small, with Recreation and Parks to open picnic area and bocce courts. versations are underway for the or Eric Garcetti has announced the of the COVID-19 pandemic,” ac- limited capacity opening that’s by the space and begin programming Ahead of the grand opening, park to have free Wi-Fi and a fil- approval of reopening non-essen- cording to the LACOE website. appointment only,” Wamble said. when additional Safer at Home or- Palisadians who are interested in tered water system, Dunne added. tial businesses, including all retail, The guidelines consider de- “For the people who want that ders are lifted and it is safe to do so. joining upcoming bocce, chess and There are also openings for in-person dining, barbershops, creasing the number of students socially distant, in-person experi- bridge leagues are encouraged to Palisadians to become Bluebird hair salons and more—with re- in a single classroom, and rear- ence, at a very limited number, we sign up now, as they will launch Ambassadors volunteers, who strictions and protocols in place. ranging tables and chairs to be six are going to be providing that.” after the doors open, Dunne ex- want to commit to a volunteer a As of Friday, May 29, both feet apart. For younger students, Wamble added that ATAM plained to the Palisadian-Post. few hours a week to greet commu- indoor and outdoor retail estab- the safe reopening could eliminate has helped hospitals by 3D print- “They are truly, from a play- nity members lishments are allowed to resume activities that physically draw stu- ing protective plastic shields, and ing perspective, the finest bocce Dunne expressed deep grat- operations, so long as customers dents closer together. has 3D printed plastic shields courts in Southern California,” itude toward Veterans Gardens practice social distancing, face Schools transitioned to dis- for attendees and staff as well Dunne said. The bocce courts were Board: Bob Harter, Bob Jernigan, coverings are worn and business tance learning for the remainder in preparation for its reopening. designed by Bill McGregor on the Jay McCann and McGregor. is at 50% capacity. of the 2019-20 school year back ATAM will be working in compli- park leadership team, and Daniel “Collaborating with these four Shops in Palisades Village in March, and learning centers ance with the CDC and city, mon- Colleoni, known as the premier other leaders on this has been ab- that reopened to shop in-store in- throughout the Palisades have itoring temperatures, disinfecting bocce court expert, was flown in solutely such a wonderful jour- clude A.L.C., Anine Bing, Brunel- been operating virtually as well. and more. from Italy to install them. ney,” Dunne said. “Each one of lo Cucinello, Tamara Mellon, Ve- Amazing Music Store has This summer, Groza Learning The Bocce Brunch Bunch will them is just extraordinary.” ronica Beard, Paige, Zimmermann been teaching lessons online for Center will be offering an online be a senior’s league geared toward Veterans Gardens is seeking a and towne by elyse walker. the last two months, including camp with opportunities to work the largest growing population in veteran to fill the position of full- Though shifting again, Pal- guitar, ukulele, piano, drums, vi- with an instructor individually or the Palisades, Dunne shared. This time athletics and programming isades Village closed beginning olin and voice lessons. with a small group, at home or league will play in the mornings director and open to suggestions Monday, June 1, in order to board Manager Patrick Hildebrand in-center. from 11 a.m. to noon with a picnic for candidates. The programming up and prevent looting. The devel- said Amazing Music Store hopes “If the family will choose lunch from a neighborhood restau- director will also be a concierge opment planned to remain closed to open as soon as it’s safe to. in-center camp, Groza Summer rant to follow. for the park, including handing on June 3, but plans beyond that “We miss teaching people Camp will follow all necessary The charm in this will be using out newspapers and magazines for were not established as the Palisa- in-person … but being able to do CDC, LA County and LA City an outdoor space to create a sense people to read and games for fam- dian-Post went to print Tuesday. it online is better than nothing, for rules and guidance to keep our of belonging and community for the ilies to enjoy. In-person dining is allowed sure,” Hildebrand said. “It’s good campers and staff safe while pro- town’s seniors, Dunne explained. Those who interested in but physical distance measures for people to do something cre- viding camps full of fun and learn- There will also be a league de- leagues or have an idea for a can- must be in place; reservations are ative and positive to make us feel ing,” said Tatyana Yukhtman, di- signed for grandparents and grand- didate are encouraged to email encouraged and diners must wear better, nowadays especially.” rector of Groza Learning Center. children that will play on Sundays Kate Danielson, director of devel- cloth face coverings when not On March 12, the Academy of Cases of COVID-19 across at noon, with a catered lunch to fol- opment for Veterans Gardens, at eating. For the next three weeks, Technology, Art and Music went the county of Los Angeles reached low, Dunne said. [email protected]. occupancy will be limited to 60% virtual as well, offering private 57,118 with 2,443 deaths as the The third league, a Palisades capacity. lessons to children, teenagers and Post went to print Tuesday eve- Summer League, will begin for For more information on boc- Additionally, the LA County adults. ning. There were 57 positive cases Gen Z, millennials and baby ce league sign-ups, visit veterans- Office of Education released a 45- “We’re committed to the com- in the Palisades, with four addi- boomers to play bocce one evening gardens.net/leagues. page document offering a glimpse munity 24/7, we have our space in tional in Palisades Highlands. Page 2 Palisadian-Post June 4, 2020 WEB TALK This week’s hottest topics on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram Palisadian-Post

A message from the Bay Theatre, captured by @tiffanyhuestates #palipost 22¢¢ Out of the Past Your Two Cents’ Worth Got something to say? Call (310) 454-1321 or email 2cents@ June 14, 1973 palipost.com and get those kudos Final fling: Members of the graduating class at Paul Revere Junior High School took time to celebrate at or concerns off your chest. Names an annual party. Anne McNelley (center) seems caught up in excitement of the event with classmates (left to will not be used. right) Laura Branch, Jodi Traub, Lisa Griffin and Susan Fogel. Take-Out It’s so wonderful that we are all supporting our local Palisades restaurants by ordering take-out. However, let’s all please ask them to use paper containers rather than plastic as this virus will come to an end someday but the plastic will be here forever!

Scofflaws @graciasenor Long-time Palisadians will re- member that three lanes were al- lowed to turn left legally at Temes- @jamesslemaker cal and Pacific Coast Highway up I hope so! until 10 or 15 years ago. Why they changed it, I don’t know. Having @bubbleworks a single lane just to go into beach We PV !! See you soon.. parking, which is rarely used to @dearestpenelope go straight ahead, that third lane is I actually really needed this positivity crazy and they should change the law back so you don’t have to be a @cinepolisusa scofflaw to make a left turn there.

@vahnalexander_realestate Paul Revere Yes!! Since I was born on April 19 I al- ways said it as a child that I had a special birthday because it was GUEST EDITORIAL the day the redcoats marched into Lexington, Massachusetts. So in Postcard your May 21 issue, there was a Community College great guest editorial by Jeff Lan- tos regarding Paul Revere. It was I was raised in New Jersey. I ily. In order to provide more of an very interesting, very well written went to wonderful public schools “away-from-home experience,” throughout high school that pre- the twins enrolled in Santa Barba- and like so many special people, pared me well for college and ra City College. he was not acknowledged until medical school. We rented an apartment room 50 years after his death, so it was I believe in the importance of for each kid one block from the great to read and very full of good public schools and when my chil- school. My son moved in with six information. Thanks so much for dren were getting ready for kin- guys and my daughter moved in including it. dergarten, I contemplated sending with six girls. They had to cook them to a private kindergarten. for themselves and live quite in- ‘Her Light’ I was shocked at the entrance dependently, different than the examination and essays for the expectations of a dormitory that The photograph in the May 21 children that were beyond the re- would be part of a usual four-year issue, “Her Light” taken by Pali- quirements for my medical school school sades High junior Maxine Eschger applications. I was also concerned However, I trained them is so beautiful—makes me think about the limited diversity of stu- throughout high school in ways of the Georges de La Tour paint- dents in the private schools and to save money shopping, cooking ing “Magdalene with the Smoking the costs that were equivalent to and preparing all their own meals. Flame” at LACMA. Serene and private college. They handled the transition to in- hopeful in a stressful time. I finally decided that we dependent living very well at 18 would go to public school for kin- years old. dergarten and have no regrets with At Santa Barbara City College Reporter Jennika Ingram practices social distancing while working from home. While travel is on pause, the paper is seeking Raskin the journey my children had in the they enjoyed small class sizes, lots creative Postcards that show how Palisadians are practicing social distancing. Thank you, Dr. Raskin, for your public education system in Los of attention from the professors— thoughtful input about masks, Angeles and Pacific Palisades. who were top notch—and they Want to see your photo in the Post? which decrease transmission by Following excellent elemen- both made grades that allowed 50%. I appreciate the excellent tary school education my kids them to transfer to the University Email a social distancing photo to [email protected]. explanation. then moved on to Paul Revere of California after completion of Charter Middle School and Pali- junior college. sades Charter High School. They enjoyed wonderful Once the kids were in high weather and a quick trip to our Support Community Journalism school, like many parents, I was home by train many weekends. concerned about the next step— We also could easily commute up both twins getting into college. by train to watch baseball games The Palisadian-Post is providing free coverage of COVID-19— While I was trying to find the and concerts my daughter partic- through Breaking News Alerts and online stories—as a service to our “right college” for the twins, I ipated in through her continued community. 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Whether your student is graduating high school, Angel and Carlos Covarrubias middle school or elementary school, or simply moving on to the Rally to Raise Funds organized a fundraiser on behalf of next grade level, let us help you share your message. to Support Javier Covarrubias’ wife, Delia. As the Send in a high-res photo and personal message to mypost@ Covarrubias’ Family Post went to print Tuesday evening, palipost.com by Friday, June 5, at 2 p.m. The first 50 words are more than $49,000 had been raised free—for longer messages, call 310-454-1321 or email for pricing. so far to help support the family. —POST STAFF By JENNIKA INGRAM “We ask you to please keep him Reporter and his family in your prayers,” the GoFundMe continued. “His family elson’s employee Javier Co- would appreciate any contributions Gvarrubias, who tested positive to help them through this difficult The Village for COVID-19 in March, died at time.” age 47 on May 24 following a two- Javier Covarrubias Photo courtesy of GoFundMe As the sixth son of Carlos and month fight against the virus. Lilia Covarrubias, he’s described as CinqueTerre WEST Menu “Javier fought tremendously Javier Covarrubias, a valued team union made up of 31,000 members a “caring son, a loving husband, and Family-run, Italian restaurant CinqueTerre WEST Osteria has for his life for the past two months member of the Pacific Palisades advocating for grocery workers, as dedicated brother.” He was also said released its new spring menu, offering locally sourced food, daily with no intention of giving up,” store,” a Gelson’s Market repre- well as other types of workers, such to be a “great and proud father,” “a house-made pasta and made-by-hand pizza dough. according to a GoFundMe set up sentative shared in a statement to as healthcare and retail health. dear friend to everyone,” a “tough By purchasing certain items off the menu, CinqueTerre will do- to raise money for his family. Co- the Palisadian-Post. “He was a lov- “It’s been hard on the whole uncle” and a “straight shooter” who nate a portion of the proceeds to The Painted Turtle, a medical spe- varrubias battled pneumonia, lung ing, caring, hard-working man, and community because a lot of people spoke his mind. cialty camp for children with serious and life-threatening medical complications and two cardiac ar- the Gelson’s family will mourn his knew him—customers, employ- He loved motorcycles from a conditions. These items include Mandili al Pesto, Cinque Terre and rests. passing ... Our deepest condolences ees—because he was a talker and young age and participated in a Broccolini. Covarrubias spent his tenure go out to his beloved wife and three talked to everybody,” close friend charity ride called The Love Ride Other menu offerings include Spaghetti ai Frutti di Mare, which as a grocery store employee for 23 children, and we ask that you please and co-worker since 2000 Cedric annually. comes with a variety of seafoods, Pollo al Limone and Porchetta years at Gelson’s Market, located respect the family’s privacy.” Derrick told the Post. Javier leaves behind his wife, Stracchino e salsa verde. at 15424 Sunset Blvd. in the Pali- Covarrubias contracted When Gelson’s found out about Delia, and three children: Juliana, Gluten-free pasta is available. —LILY TINOCO sades, working in the meat depart- COVID-19 while employed at the Covarrubias testing positive for Javier Jr. and Jessica. ment. store, according to the GoFund- COVID-19 on March 27, the store “It is with great sadness that Me. He was said to be a heavily closed early, and had an outside ser- To make a donation, visit go- Gelson’s announces the passing of involved member of UFCW 770, a vice come in and completely sani- fundme.com/f/923e4s-20000. Pali High Virtual Graduation Community Invited to Tune In The Palisades Charter High School virtual graduation honoring the Class of 2020 will take place Thursday, June 4, at 5 p.m. “A special thanks go out to Pali’s administration, faculty, sup- to Paul Revere Film Festival port staff and the Booster Club for bringing closure to a very differ- ent academic year,” a note on the Pali High website said. Special guests will include former students J.J. Abrams, Steve Kerr and will.i.am., according to Principal Dr. Pam Magee. For more information, go to go.palihigh.org/grad2020. —JENNIKA INGRAM

Santa Monica The Broad Stage Announces Stills from films that will be screened Photos courtesy of Debbie Sachs 2020-21 Season By LILY TINOCO come to submit a film for consid- happy to know their films would The link to the Film Festi- On Wednesday, May 27, Rob Bailis, artistic and executive Reporter eration under its range of film cat- still be shown. And this gives ev- val will be available promptly director of The Broad Stage—established by Palisadian Dale egories, which include animation/ eryone the opportunity to join and at 6 p.m. this Friday on the Paul Franzen—Richard Kendall, board president, and Dr. Kathryn E. ith campus still closed, Paul claymation, live action short film, watch together. It’s really nice to Revere website. All of the win- Jeffery, superintendent and president of Santa Monica College, an- Revere Charter Middle music video, documentary, public have something to look forward to ners will be announced after the nounced The Broad Stage’s 2020-21 season. WSchool will be hosting its sixth service announcement and com- these days, and that’s exactly how screening. The season has been modified as a result of the novel corona- annual Student Film Festival vir- mercial. the kids felt when they heard we “We hope that everyone will virus: The in-house season will begin January 2021, but The Broad tually on Friday, June 5. The Film Festival is usually were moving online.” join us, the films are incredible Stage still plans on presenting programs online starting in July The festival was launched celebrated Hollywood-style, with Professionals from the enter- and we are so amazed and proud through its streaming portal, The Broad Stage At Home. This will six years ago by Palisadian Lisa a red carpet, popcorn, candy and a tainment industry will be watching of our filmmakers,” Sachs said. introduce season artists and upcoming commissions. Robins to offer students a creative huge raffle, but this year, the festi- and scoring the films, determining “They put so much work into their The official launch of the 2020-21 season will take place this outlet—and it has since taken off. val has gone virtual. third, second and first place win- films. fall, kicked off by the world premiere of “Birds in the Moon.” The Robins has worked in the enter- “The kids, and everybody ners in each category. “The festival has continued to opera will be performed outdoors in a number of to-be-determined tainment industry and passed on else, were definitely disappointed This year’s judges will be Da- grow over the years and the lev- locations in Santa Monica, with social distance protocols in place. the torch to Debbie Sachs, Sage not to have the event be live this vid Booth Gardner, Fred Coury, el of talent continues to blow our —LILY TINOCO Grandy and Susan Fitzer when her year,” Sachs said to the Palisa- Susan Fitzer, Sharre Jacoby, Jeff mind each year.” daughters left Revere, and they dian-Post, “but after pushing the Judah, Thomas Mizer, Denisse have carried it since then. date and realizing our only option Oliva, James Ryan, Lauren Hynek The link will be posted and avail- Any Revere student is wel- was online, I think the kids were and Elizabeth Martin. able at paulrevermiddleschool.com. Local Students Raise Money to Help Feed Frontline Workers By JENNIKA INGRAM World Central Kitchen Inc. Reporter launched a GoFundMe campaign for frontline workers on March wo 11-year-old fifth-graders 24. To date, more than $1.3 mil- Photo courtesy of Matthew Murphy have recently donated $400 lion has been raised for local Tthey raised through their Etsy restaurants to feed those on the shop to support a fund to help frontline. feed frontline workers fighting WCK, Inc. serves 14,000 meals Spotted in the Palisadian-Post: COVID-19. per week to dedicated frontline Corpus Christi Student Addi- workers at 16 locations across Los August 16, 1973 son Acree and her good friend and Angeles, according to the website. neighbor, Haley Simon, started a Acree’s grandmother Sharon shop when they were 9 years old Shinderman, a longtime resident Census to Check on Jobs called Bath & Body By The Sea- of the Alphabet Streets with her side. husband John, shared her thoughts During the week of Aug. 20-24, the U.S. Bureau of The pair, who have been friends on the girls’ endeavor. the Census will conduct its regular monthly survey in since they were little, loved creat- “I’m so proud of what the this area on employment and unemployment, according ing things, so they learned how to girls have accomplished in the last to C. Michael Long, director of the bureau’s Data Col- make bath products. They sell the two years,” Sharon said. “Their lection Center in Los Angeles. products in pop-up stores, as well products are all handmade and Local households in the survey are part of 50,000 as to their neighbors and friends. very high quality. across the county that have been scientifically selected More recently, they learned how to “I’m very impressed that to represent a cross section of all households. make hand sanitizers. while being excellent students, The survey is taken by the bureau for the U.S. De- “They have had so much fun they have created a thriving busi- partment of Labor. It provides monthly information on creating new products that include ness and have given more than conditions in the labor force, a prime indicator of the soaps, scrubs, candles and now es- Addison and Haley Photo courtesy of Jennifer Stephens Acree $1,400 to various charities. I can’t economic health of the nation. sential oil-infused hand sanitizers,” wait to see what these young en- For example, results of the June survey showed the mother Jennifer Stephens Acree raised more than $1,000 for vari- something to help and took their trepreneurs do next.” unemployment rate to be 4.8 percent, the first time in shared with the Palisadian-Post. ous local charities. They typically offline business online with a new three years that it has been below 5 percent. And this is not the first time donate 50% of all of their profits Etsy account,” Jennifer shared, Find out more information Employment rose substantially by 650,000 to a sea- the girls have used Bath & Body to charities. “and the pledge to give half of all about Bath & Body By The Sea at sonally adjusted level of 84.7 million. By The Seaside to give back: Prior “When the coronavirus hit, proceeds to Help Feed the Front- etsy.com/shop/BathBodyByThe- to the pandemic, Acree and Simon they decided they wanted to do line Fighting COVID-19.” Seaside. Page 4 Palisadian-Post June 4, 2020

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Parenting Advice from Betsy Brown Braun John Henry Miller Ask BBB is a monthly column in which the renowned parenting expert Betsy Brown Braun answers your questions about raising children in the Palisades. Submit your membered for his kind, gentle, car- Contributions in Johnny’s name ing and generous soul. He will be can be made to: Veterans Adminis- questions to [email protected] with the subject line “Ask BBB.” greatly missed. tration - Help for the Homeless at Burial will be at Veterans Cem- 11301 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, Talking to Kids About the Riots, etery in Riverside, California. CA 90073.

Racism and Law Enforcement a.k.a. Palisades Bakery 15231 La Cruz Dr. Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (An Abbreviated Version) (310) 459 6160 Today it feels like our kids’ VIRTUAL SCHOOL a comment, repeats a comment he has heard, or asks a is a good thing: Classrooms and school playgrounds question that is offensive or smacks of racism, calmly are not exposing our young children to the shocking suggest you discuss what he has said. Do not let it go. Born on April 3, 1942, to Hele- Now Serving riots that erupted across the country in response to Not only can you take advantage of the opportunity na and Albert Miller in Manchester, Gluten Free Bread! the horrific killing of George Floyd. But our elemen- for a morality lesson, but it also lets him know that Maryland, John Henry Miller passed tary school age children and older will likely hear no topic is off limits. away on May 22 after a short bat- Breakfast All Day! about it. And we must address what is going on. • Take action to obliterate racial disparity. It is tle with cancer. While he had no I certainly don’t have “the answer.” I do know only through people’s attitudes and actions that immediate family, he had an abun- that there are many complicated elements to consid- the racial disparity that still exists in our country dance of friends who considered him er, try to explain, and discuss. can be addressed. Let your child know how you family. As the neighborhood handy Too many times in the past I have posted tips and feel about prejudice and discrimination. man, Johnny kept busy fixing the Mon - Fri 6:30 - 7:30 Sat 8:00 - 6:00 Sun 9:00 - 4:00 scripts for talking with kids about the tragic events • Applaud, promote, and encourage difference. Palisades. that keep happening far away and too close to home. Our world is comprised of difference. You can After graduating high school There are 25 blogs on the topic under the category spin differences in people as being welcome and Johnny joined the U.S. Marine SAFETY on my website. Today I add more highly necessary. It is the seasoning of life. Corps. He was deployed to Viet- sensitive topics—racism, violence, and roles of law • Do not practice colorblindness or color-mute- nam and served our country from enforcement in 2020 to that list. These require their ness. Rather, think about color fairness. Differ- 1961-1964. While in the Marines he own consideration. ences must be acknowledged to be accepted. We became skilled in hydraulic mechan- live in a multi ethnic society. This is our world. ics and spent his years there as an Here are some helpful guidelines; Colorblindness denies that reality. airplane mechanic. He was chosen • Responding to the George Floyd killing or to be one of the lead mechanics on • You are your child’s most powerful model. the riots. If your child brings up the events in the aircraft carrier deployed to the Now is the time to reinforce and communicate any way, that indicates that he is aware of it. Bay of Pigs. your own beliefs. Whether it is racism, violence, You must find out what he has heard or knows. Following his honorable mili- breaking the law, or attitudes about the police, “Tell me what you heard about that.” Then be tary service, Johnny found employ- your child will absorb your attitude and beliefs. honest and direct in addressing his comments or ment as a mechanic for Lockheed, You are your child’s moral barometer. He hears answering his questions. Be careful about saying TRW and Northrop. your side comments, sees your rolling eyes, cop- too much. Johnny had a passion for film, ies the derogatory labels you let fly, taking his theatre and the arts. He attended LA moral cues from you. This one is on you. How to Teach About Lawfulness and Being Law City College, El Camino Cal State • Still waters run deep. While your child may Abiding Northridge and the USC film school. not be talking about the George Floyd killing Above all, Johnny will be re- or the riots, he is not immune to what goes on • Life is filled with rules. From the earliest age, around him in all the environments he inhabits. children begin to learn this lesson. Young chil- And he may have heard the news or overheard dren hear us exclaim “NO!” or redirect behav- you talking about it. He needs a foundation for iors before they can even crawl or walk. Beyond processing that to which he’s exposed. You will the rules for actions and behaviors that are per- need to build that foundation through your words sonal to him, the child learns that rules apply to and, more importantly, your actions. everyone, to bigger groups, communities of peo- • Let your beliefs be known. Without referencing ple, and to society at large. any of the myriad tragedies that have occurred in • Rules enable groups to work together. It is this our country and in the world, you need to com- reality that children begin to understand as soon municate your beliefs, the ones you hope your as they start preschool. Rules are the way that child will absorb and practice … with regard to all things work. They are the operating instruc- ongoing violence, racism, law enforcement. tions.This idea can be seen in young children’s • Be the person you want your child to be. Walk play. The children decide together on their rules; the walk and talk the talk. Whether it is about be- it’s how their play can work, keeping everything ing inclusive, being law abiding, being respect- fair and everyone happy. In order to play, they ful of law enforcement, talk about it. Point it out. agree to an unwritten kind of a contract. “This Take every opportunity to model and/or discuss is what we’re going to do” and “That’s not how what you witness, what you hear, and what you you do it” or “That’s not fair.” Without rules, know. there would be no play. • Use the literature and media that portrays • Rules become laws. Children need to learn that your beliefs. If your particular environment there have to be rules when we live with other lacks opportunities for exposure to racial and people in a community. If we don’t have rules, it cultural diversity, fill your child’s life with is impossible to live all together, there will be so We are open and thrilled to be a part of the books, movies, theater, programs that demon- many problems. strate inclusion and portray kindness. There are • People in power follow rules, too. As previous- many wonderful children’s books that address ly stated, children need to know that everyone Palisades community. 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If your child, inadvertently or intentionally, makes Betsy Brown Braun Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer Palisadian-Post SportThursday, June 4, 2020 s Page 5 Humble Heart Paul Davis Survived a Drive-By Shooting 14 Years Ago and Now Runs a Youth Basketball Program

By STEVE GALLUZZO After PHD had run its course Sports Editor Davis sought to create something that suited his own vision more o one knows the importance and Program Humble was it. of living life to the fullest “I took a couple of months off Nmore than Palisadian Paul Davis. to develop the concept of Humble His triumph over tragedy not only and we started with two teams and inspires the youngsters he teaches, grew to 13 within four years but it also reminds him never to take a we’re now at 11,” he says. “My single moment for granted. older players have moved on to Nearly 14 years have passed high school and college but our since that summer day Davis was program goes from ages 7-8 all the at his mother’s house in South Los way up to college age. We want to Angeles when he and his younger develop them all the way through brother were victims of a drive-by and we have lots of talent and kids shooting. It could have killed him. who aspire to play varsity, college Instead, it made him stronger. and professional basketball and “When I was shot at the age of it’s going to happen. Our kids are 16 it opened my eyes and gave me insanely dedicated and so are our a different perspective on life,” parents and families.” Davis says. “I think about it ev- One example of how much ery day and have therapy once a his players and their parents ap- week to address the trauma I went preciate Davis came in 2014 when through as a child. It would take a then Canyon Charter Elementary book, a movie and a documentary fifth-grader Charlie Goetz was to delve into the stories embedded applying to be a Junior Reporter in my fragile mind. I’ve had bad for the Palisadian-Post and had to moments and good since then.” write an article about someone he Five days in intensive care thought made a difference in the were enough to convince Davis community. that quitting on his teammates— “Paul Davis, also known as or himself—was not an option. Coach PD, is making a difference The basketball court became his in the Palisades every second of sanctuary and the 6-foot-2 senior the day,” Goetz wrote. “He coach- wing relished being captain of the Palisades High basketball alumnus Paul Davis has always had a passion for coaching kids and founded Program Humble in 2015. es basketball to boys and girls of 2006-07 Palisades High varsity all ages. He gives private lessons squad under Coach James Paleno. participate in private and group “Palisades was all about base- He continued his education Davis does not take shortcuts. and coaches teams in leagues all During that season, Davis put training as well as kids from all ball and tennis until I showed up,” at Whittier College from 2009- He built TWE from the ground up, over the Palisades. His players say his thoughts on paper, painting a over who attend our seasonal Davis says. “Now every kid is 11, all while serving as a summer a program consisting of three high he is very positive and brings good vivid illustration of the shooting camps,” Davis says. “Our mission dribbling a basketball down the camp coach at UCLA, and he school teams with primarily inner energy to games. At almost any incident and earning recognition is to develop youth from all over street wearing a LeBron jersey or spent one season (2012-13) as the city kids who were under the radar moment of the day you are sure to from Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. into successful student-athletes as a Humble hoodie. It’s special. My head JV coach at his alma mater. and overlooked by prep and col- find Coach PD on a court some- “It was part of the Warehouse well as wholesome, well-rounded grandmother has lived in the Pali- “I was thrilled to be hired at lege coaches. where in the Palisades. His work Scholastic Hoops All-Star Game members of society. Enhancing sades for over 35 years so I’ve al- Palisades and I wanted to be the “Most of them couldn’t afford ethic sets a great example. He says and each player had to write an individual confidence and morals, ways had exposure to this commu- coach for years to come,” Da- to pay me so I didn’t charge them he actually enjoys missing sleep essay on a hardship in his life,” teaching basketball fundamentals nity. I’ve personally lived here for vis confesses. “That entire group and I trained on the side to fund and missing meals knowing he he recalls. “Mine won and the and coaching with profuse posi- seven years. I graduated from Pali became my first AAU team. I their tournaments,” he notes. “I is working so hard. Basketball is mayor acknowledged it and gave tivity, clear instruction and a team High and I love how this place has named my first program TWE also did fundraising and got lucky Coach PD’s life.” me an award through the city. It approach is what we’re about.” transformed from the “uppity per- (Team Work Ethic). Every kid to get us through four fun years of Another example of the out- was pretty special for people to be Last summer, Humble’s 11U sona” into a down-to-earth place had an agenda and a goal and I great exposure and they were able pouring of love and support from able to see what I saw firsthand Black squad was ranked in the top where it’s about raising families. fell in love with that group that to play in front of tons of college the community occurred four through my words.” 10 in Southern California, going When I started here, there were consisted of Will Johnson (now at coaches over the years.” summers ago when Davis tore his Basketball has been a driving unbeaten at the AAU Regionals to only two consistent trainers. Olin Oregon), Joe Robinson who still Using his TWE experience as Achilles in practice—an injury force in his life since he was a boy qualify for Nationals in Orlando. Simplis with BFT (Basketball’s plays in college now and many a springboard, Davis interviewed that required surgery. and Davis is a beloved coach and Davis donated his team’s tro- Finest Training) and then there others who have gone on to have for the head coach position for A group of local parents head- youth mentor in the Palisades. He phy from the AAU tournament to was a young kid training 12-13 great lives. I learned that I could a Palisades-based All-Star team ed by Amy Saxon immediately created Program Humble in 2015 Palisades Recreation Center Di- hours a day, seven days a week— coach any age and any skill level headed by Claire Haas that they organized a fundraiser online that with two teams comprised of kids rector Erich Haas as thanks for me. I earned every ounce of love that year. I learned I could coach named PHD (Pali Hoop Dreams). brought in more than $5,500 to he had trained over the years from letting his teams practice and train and respect here and I didn’t want my style while still learning un- “I brought my vision and pas- cover his medical expenses. families he knew he could trust. there for the last five years. the attention or accolades. I just der someone else. I also learned sion to the table,” he says. “My “Whether you’re on Humble, The name is also symbolic. Humble teams are made up wanted every kid I worked with to that nothing is ever set in stone goal was to grow into a huge pro- or work out with him at the park “I chose not to charge for the of players who attend Palisades feel important and reach whatever because I was bummed to not be gram of two or three teams per or even just say ‘hi’ to him at Cafe first couple of months just to show Elementary, Marquez Elementary, goal they had. I worked for them.” rehired the following year. I want- age group and to train, run camps, Vida, we’ve all been touched by the families that my purpose was Village School, Corpus Christi, Davis made the basketball ed to be part of the culture that I mentor, do community service and Paul Davis,” Saxon wrote in her bigger than money,” he reveals. “It Seven Arrows and Paul Revere team as a true freshman at Hamp- played for but now I’m blessed give scholarships to kids from my pledge pitch. “He’s more than just set a good tone for what we repre- Middle School mixed with schol- ton University in Virginia before to be the boys assistant varsity old neighborhood so they could a coach. He’s a friend, confidant sent. I named the program ‘Hum- arship students from the inner city returning to Southern California coach at Crossroads School in play for me. It grew, I moved into and mentor. He gives way beyond ble’ for numerous reasons. Firstly, —boys and girls ranging from 7 to to earn his AA degree in Business Santa Monica with some of the my first apartment in the Palisades the gym and all of our kids have I came from humble beginnings in 14 years old. at El Camino College. best basketball junkies in LA.” and I hit the ground running.” benefited from his coaching, his a single parent household where wisdom, his tenacity and most of I was usually the second adult in all, his story. In this latest chapter, the home. We weren’t necessarily Serendipity he needs our help.” financially stable and our commu- Davis has kept in touch with nity wasn’t consistently safe but “Most challenging obstacles people face are said by the lance finally arrived and took me on my way. Inside the very few of his former teammates, we managed. I have four siblings person to have ruined their lives forever. This is only ambulance, I felt scared. Worrying about what would but the one he remains closest to and I never had a father figure un- true if that person will allow the experience to ruin their happen to my brother and I, I fell asleep and woke up is Brian Barner, who is also one of til I got to high school where I met lives. two days later. his Humble coaches. Coach Paleno, Mike Sutton, Olin “Brian’s been one of my best Simplis, Ed Estavan and Torino “The date of Aug. 23, 2006 my life changed within a “When I woke up I could not speak so I wrote. The first friends since the moment we were Johnson. Secondly, I noticed a lot blink of an eye. I sat in my living room on the computer question I asked was where my little brother was. He named varsity co-captains at Pali of divide in my community near along with my younger brother singing gospel music. was in the room next to me. The bullet went through my High,” Davis says. “He’s the head the Crenshaw District and a lot of We were in a joyous mood and all of a sudden one sound thyroid and hit my brother at the top of his mouth. I was coach of my 14/15U team and our divide in the Palisades where kids took over our joy with this sense of terror and uncer- told that if it were not for me my brother would not have 11U teams as well. There’s no of all ages had this issue of com- tainty. made it. The bullet was slowed down by going through way Humble could operate with paring and competing with one me, which saved my little brother’s life. out his expertise and knowledge another through social media and “I heard five gunshots. Pop! Pop! Pop! Pop! Pop! Im- of the game.” in person where money and social mediately, there was a reflex in me that automatically “I have thought about this incident every day since. Ev- Barner also reflects fondly on status had become the way people caused me to grab my neck. I look down and blood is all ery time I think about it I realize that I definitely have the days he shared the court with accepted one another. I disliked over my hands and on the floor.” a purpose on earth. I survived because God has a plan Davis wearing the blue and white. it so I named my program ‘Hum- for me. My brother survived because God has a plan for “Having Paul as a co-captain ble’ to remind everyone to humble “Holding my neck as I walk down to my uncle’s house, him. and teammate was a lot of fun,” themselves using basketball as a I am becoming more and more hoarse. I told my uncle Barner says. “I knew I could count bridge to bring multiple ethnici- that I was hit and I see the anger and fear in his eyes. “This incident has changed my life forever and it con- on him to give his all and to hold ties and backgrounds together.” My aunt begins to yell and scream. I am still calm and tinues to be my motivation. I will not settle for failure. I me accountable. He was always Program Humble has grown also nervous holding my neck. My uncle sits me down will accomplish all goals I set for myself. I have nothing talking, always positive, always beyond his wildest imagination. It on the porch as we wait for the ambulance.” to lose.” motivating. I had someone to push currently consists of 11 teams and me. By our senior year we were Davis runs numerous clinics and “There was a woman who came and held my hand while Paul Davis-Mitchell, Senior Captain a solid unit. Most of us played on camps all over Los Angeles. I prayed. She kept telling me I would be OK. The ambu- Palisades High School, 2007 the same travel ball team. That fa- “We have 110 players in our miliarity on the court was evident. program and over 200 kids who (See Humble Heart, Page 6) Page 6 Palisadian-Post June 4, 2020

Humble Heart come a lot of different challenges. (Continued from Page 5) I wouldn’t change our upbringing We shared the ball, we compet- because it made us into the hard- ed at a high level and we were working men we are today. When- hilarious! In 2014, Paul reached ever we’re in the same room or on out to me about coaching with the court we’re going to compete. him. I wanted to be part of Pro- We always made each other better gram Humble because I felt we by pushing one another out of our worked well together and were comfort zone. Being the younger successful at it, so let’s keep a brother I had to work that much good thing going. There isn’t re- harder when we went out to play ally too much difference in styles because we’re three years apart. I of coaching. We both like to play never played with kids my age, I fast when we can, we both know always played with my brother’s when we need to slow it down, age group. Ultimately that helped we both like to pressure up on de- my confidence on the court.” fense. It’s more our personalities The “Palisades Connection” that are different.” is the crux of Program Humble, Barner went from Pali High but Davis has three other coaches, to Cal State Northridge, where he all of whom played for him and hoped to play for the Matadors. two of whom he coached at Pali He tried out but didn’t make the High. Their names are Christian team. Still wanting to play bas- Morataya, Raheem Brumfield and ketball he left CSUN and played Robert “RJ” Howard. for Cerritos City College in 2008- “This is really a family-orient- 2009. He returned to Northridge ed program,” Davis says. “These and graduated with his bachelor’s guys are my family. That’s why degree in kinesiology in 2012. the program is in its fifth year and “Coaching is something I is built for generations to come.” thought about in high school but Besides his own programs, really decided to do in college,” Davis has been an assistant coach Barner adds. “Just the importance under David Galley at Venice of getting a message across to a High, a skills trainer at West LA player and also motivating some- College, head varsity coach at one to go beyond their limits stood Paul Davis (left) consults fellow Humble coaches LeBre Merritt, his younger brother, and former Palisades High teammate Brian Barner Washington High and a coach for out to me. I liked doing drills and (right) before practice at the Calvary Christian School gym. The local youth program has expanded from two to 11 teams in only five years. Michael Jordan’s basketball camp working out, often people would in Santa Barbara. He has also been want to get shots up with me, so for you. No one can want it for lockdown, I’d see him every sin- so genuine. Growing up, myself passion was player development. a partner of the largest AAU pro- I’d come up with the workouts. you. Your teammates and coach- gle day for practices, games and and my brother didn’t have the I loved seeing players improve gram in the world, West Coast In 2008 I worked at a basketball es can only help to push you but Humble events. My brother was same opportunities most children and that same love carried over Elite, has been a coach and player camp for a weekend and loved it.” being part of a team is special also a victim of the shooting that have in their early years. We were to coaching. We took a leap of of multiple semi-pro basketball Though both are competitive and some of those teammates are night. I always tell the story of forced to grow up fast and appre- faith and my brother and I haven’t teams and a former business part- by nature, Barner believes his going to be people that you know how the bullet went through my ciate one another through good looked back since.” ner with NBA champion and for- business partnership with Davis for the rest of your life.” neck and hit him in the mouth, and bad times. Our bond can never Like his older brother, Merritt mer Laker Metta World Peace. has strengthened their friendship. Not only is Davis coaching slowing the bullet down when it be broken just based off the trials has not forgotten his roots. Back Davis has many memories of “Coaching together definitely with one of his best friends, but hit him. The doctor said if it hadn’t and tribulations we’ve overcome then, it was survival of the fittest. his Pali High days: “Playing with gets us to see more of the other’s his staff also includes his little gone through my neck it would’ve over the years. It took awhile to “I grew up in South Central my friends and traveling to Santa personal life,” he adds. “I see his brother LeBre Merritt, who cap- killed him instantly. We’ve been figure out my next move after LA... Crenshaw and Adams to be Barbara every year was the best. sons and family more now that we tained Palisade’s varsity team as inseparable ever since.” high school. I wasn’t able to play exact,” reminisces Merritt, who Also eating at IHOP and playing coach together than if we didn’t. a sophomore in 2008-09. Merritt is glad to be a part college basketball due to injuries. lives in Hawthorne but wants to pranks on each other.” We get to learn and grow together “When I started Humble, my of Program Humble, especially I was lost and going through the move to the Westside in the next Davis also enjoyed his chance everyday basically. Paul is one of brother LeBre was my first hire,” alongside his big brother. motions. I always knew I wanted year to be closer to Davis. “That to go one-on-one with his cous- the few friends I have that I can Davis proudly proclaims. “He’s “It’s amazing to be able to to be involved with basketball, neighborhood raised me. It made in Rodney Hudson of LA Jordan say I see or talk to everyday.” my right-hand man and one of the do what I love with the people I whether I was playing or not and me into the man I am today. That High—a memory turned bitter- Barner’s coaching philosophy best trainers and coaches in youth love the most,” he says. “Hum- I was 20 years old when I made neighborhood nearly took my life. sweet when Hudson was shot and is simple: “Getting better starts basketball. He’s just unreal. I talk ble is bigger than just basketball. the decision to pursue a career in My brother PD and I lived in the killed last summer at age 29. with you. No one can get better to him everyday and before this I’m glad to be a part of something coaching. At that time, my true same household and had to over- (See Humble Heart, Page 7)

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Coach Paul Davis gives one of his Humble squads a halftime pep talk during a tournament last summer. Humble Program coach and founder Paul Davis relaxes on the bench with his players before a game.

Humble Heart ball with his heart on his sleeve singing. He rarely watches TV they walked past me. That made sic at home on Sundays and I pray Regional championship in March. (Continued from Page 6) and you couldn’t help but love his outside of Shark Tank, Wheel of me feel some type of way. Each maybe 15 times a day.” “I wish I could take full cred- “That was one of my highest energy. I watched him put in the Fortune and Jeopardy. He likes experience molded me into the Davis certtainly hasn’t missed it for her skill set but LeBre has scoring games and his too,” Davis extra work as he was determined commentating, sports analysis, man I am and the mentor I try to his calling: “I knew I was a coach been her anchor,” Davis admits. “I says, fighting off tears. “We grew to be great. He and I have a unique public speaking and fashion. He be for these kids and the families.” from the moment I started seri- train Demonnie over the summer up in the same neighborhood and bond. We discuss life, race, poli- goes to the beach or the gym to re- Davis has loved basketball ously playing ball when I was 8. and she played on my Humble we both went through a lot with tics, religion, finances and sports. lax. He even collects shoes. ever since he started dribbling: I was always vocal and passionate girls team. She’s a future WNBA our dads. He really took a part of I’m honored that Paul thinks so “As a kid I used to save my al- “I played football for one season and I wanted to compete at a high star. I’m proud to be her uncle.” my soul with him when he died.” highly of me and he’s one of the lowance to buy my own basketball and I was good but I knew my fa- level. I was a coach on the court. Regarding Humble, Davis is Davis has a special relation- reasons I’ve been so successful. sneakers,” he remembers. “That ther played. He was an alcoholic It was a natural transition for me. grateful the program is surviving ship with Torino Johnson, who Anytime I’m tired mentally, he was usually three to six months of and notorious gang member and I I don’t believe in buying things to despite the pandemic: “Covid has coached Palisades’ girls team to gets me motivated. He has a bright saving but well worth it. I train my didn’t want to be like him in any make you look great and I don’t affected us all tremendously. My four City titles and now heads the future ahead of him!” kids as much as I can with basket- way so I stopped. I took a basket- understand why everyone wants coaches rely on me for their rent Cal State LA women’s program. Off the court, Davis dedicates ball since they all aspire to be pros. ball to the airport, to class, to the to be the best ever for pretend. I and to pay bills. The first month I “I never played for Coach T,” himself entirely to his family. With no force, I follow their lead grocery store, I even slept with it. believe in every kid being the best used all my savings to stay afloat. he says. “He was the girls coach “My girlfriend and I spend a and listen to their wishes.” It’s been my best friend and ref- he or she can be by having a tough I was under stress but I created a while I was on the boys team, but lot of time together and our five Davis attended Westchester uge from Day One. It saved my mindset. A video post on Insta- curriculum for each team. We have he took LeBre and I home when combined kids keep us occupied,” High his freshman year and wit- life in all honesty.” gram isn’t what defines you. The weekly Zoom sessions and I assign my mom couldn’t. He was always says Davis, who lives at the bot- nessed excessive gang violence. Faith plays a huge role in his work you do daily is what’s going homework to keep them engaged, traveling to a conference or read- tom of the Highlands near Sunset “I used my grandmother’s ad- life: “My mother raised us in a to define you. I’ve been a coach the kids turned in great essays and ing a book. That’s where I learned and Pacific Coast Highway. “They dress to get into Pali and that deci- Christian home. Through my ex- and I honestly feel like I’m still a we got a lot of ‘A’ grades. We’ve how to connect with others de- all love basketball and they all sion probably saved me from even periences I became more spiritual player and a student of the game been able to get from month to spite being an introvert at times.” have huge personalities! My sons more trouble. When I got to Pali I but my faith in God is firm. I’ve as well as life.” month and I pray we can continue The respect is mutual. are with me part-time and with my loved my teachers and my team- attended Calvary Christian church Davis has passed his hoops IQ to do so somehow.” “Paul’s like my little brother,” ex-wife the other half. They go to mates. As a sophomore walking to because I love Pastor Ramin Ra- to his niece Demonnie Lagway, Parents interested in signing Johnson says. “He’s passionate school in Lancaster.” Robeks in the Village I remember zavi but I’m not a churchgoer as who earned All-City and All-State a child up for Program Humble about coaching and about the peo- Davis enjoys short stories, older women switching their purs- much as I was as a child. I prefer honors as a sophomore and lead can email Davis: pdavis.we.89@ ple he loves. Paul played basket- creative writing, rap music and es from one arm to the other as to read my Bible and listen to mu- Palisades’ girls team to the SoCal gmail.com or call 310-422-3397.

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Page 8 Palisadian-Post June 4, 2020 Better Late Than Never By STEVE GALLUZZO Dornan also found an online served as an LA County Lifeguard teams dominated but that year we Sports Editor version of a May 1986 story in the and became a science professor at had a strong base of seniors: my- LA Times in which Anderson said Moorpark College. self, Mark Hutson, Eric Shargo erhaps the best way to de- “the closest the Palisades boys had Senior co-ed diver Kim Smith and diver Kim Smith Hall, a girl scribe Palisades High’s most come to a championship, besides Hall placed fourth at City finals on the boys team,” Dennis Moore Precent City Section crown would finishing second about 10 times, and competed in diving at Indiana recounted. “We also had juniors be “better late than never.” was in 1974 when the Dolphins University. Her father was college Mike Newman and my brother It took some 46 years, but tied Chatsworth for the title.” football coach Homer Smith, who Eric, but what really put us into Palisades has finally been credited While 1986 marked the year served as an assistant at UCLA. contention were our three super with the boys swimming title in that Anderson and Rick Goeden, Mike Newman, a junior who sophomores, Les Wulk Barkley, 1974 thanks to the due diligence then aquatics director at the Pali- swam the 50 and 100 freestyle and Franz Szymanski and Fred Kitch- of team member Dennis Moore sades-MalibuYMCA, coached the on the 200 medley relay team, was ener. We all swam together on the and Coach Dave Anderson, who Dolphin boys to their firstoutright an All-American at Santa Monica Palisades Y team for many years sent newspaper clippings from the City championship, their first title College, then at UC Santa Barbara under John Apgar. He brought the Palisadian-Post and Los Angeles came 12 years earlier under An- where he achieved a world rank- best out of us because we had in- Times to City Section Sports In- derson and assistant John Apgar. ing in the 50 freestyle. He was tense and competitive practices formation Director Dick Dornan Moore was a senior on that an LA County Lifeguard for 20 five days a week both morning after learning that official records ‘74 squad and took fourth in the years and a firefighter. He won the and afternoon and Saturday morn- listed only Chatsworth as champi- 200 individual medley and sixth Lifeguarding National Ironman ings. I cherish the relationships on that year when, in actuality, the in the 200 breaststroke while his Championship in 1996 and was that were made with my team- Chancellors and Dolphins shared younger brother Eric was fifth in the only official lifeguard on the mates and that still exist today.” the title with 58 points each. the 100 backstroke at the finals 1990s hit TV series “Baywatch,” Moore and his wife have two “After reviewing each article meet, which came down to the last playing the role of “Newmie.” He adult children and two grandchil- we’ve made the change and added event, the 400 freestyle relay. The still lives in the Palisades. dren and will celebrate their 40th Pali as co-champs,” said Dornan, reigning champion Chancellors Wulk Barkley swam at USC, wedding anniversary this summer. who confirmed the Dolphins’ City edged Palisades’ Fred Kitchener, where he was also a captain and “I was fortunate to have in- title total for all sports is now 217­ Mark Hutson, Eric Moore and All-American in water polo. He credible mentors as coaches,” —115 more than any other school. Les Wulk Barkley to earn the four resides in Huntington Beach and Moore added. “That’s why I chose “All documents have been updat- points needed for the tie. his son is former USC quarterback a teaching and coaching career. I ed and posted on our website.” Wulk Barkley, a sophomore, Matt Barkley, who now plays for was a high school and middle City records didn’t recognize broke his own City record in the the Buffalo Bills in the NFL. school teacher in social studies Palisades as co-champion in 1974, 500 freestyle in 4:46.34 and also Kitchener, a sophomore in along with being a water polo, but the banner hanging on the wall won the 200 individual medley, 1974, became an All-American at swimming and volleyball coach of the Pali High gym always has. while Kitchener was third in the UC Irvine. He is now a business for 37 years. I can’t express how So when he read an article called 100 butterfly for the Dolphins. consultant in Boise, where Apgar much I enjoyed working with “City Supremacy” in the April 16, “I find it fascinating that Dave The program cover for the 1974 City Swimming and Diving Finals. also lives and still coaches. students and athletes. Ironically, 2020 issue of the Post, that in- Anderson coached [current Pali Another sophomore on that Coach Apgar, Fred Kitchener and cluded a breakdown of City titles High Coach] Maggie Nance and also the first at East LA College. High in San Diego County from ‘74 championship team was Franz another teammate Liz Paul Smay Palisades has won in each sport, John Apgar coached [Westside The meet was previously held at 1985-93 and was named State Szymanski, who went on to swim live in Boise too. We get together Moore noticed 1974 was not list- Aquatics Director and Pali High- Beverly Hills High and Belmont Coach of the Year in 1992. He is for Arizona State. He achieved for lunch every once in a while.” ed under boys swimming and no- boys water polo coach] Adam Plaza Pool in Long Beach. now retired living in Boise, Idaho. high school All-American status Moore’s swim teams at Po- tified the City office of the error. Blakis at the Santa Monica Swim Many team members enjoyed Eric Moore, a junior in 1974, in the 100 backstroke and held the way won five San Diego Section “I was a swimmer on the 1974 Club,” Moore recalled. “John was success in college and beyond. was also an All-American at Santa City record. In 1975, Szymans- crowns in an era when there was Palisades team,” Moore wrote in my age group coach at Palisades Dennis Moore was an All-Amer- Monica College and Chico State. ki, Wulk Barkley, Kitchener, and only one division and 60 schools. an email. “We tied Chatsworth for Y before going to SMSC.” ican at Santa Monica College and He also became an LA County Newman set a City record in the With his alma mater’s first the varsity LA City title but you Since its co-championship in Chico State University (where he Lifeguard and Engineer at FedEx. 200 medley relay that lasted 30 City swim title at last in the books, only have Chatsworth listed on 1974, Palisades has won 18 more met his wife Vicki Carter Moore, Freestyler Eric Shargo (also years, but Chatsworth claimed its Moore longs to relive the memo- your ‘Champions’ page. It would boys swim titles, upping its City- also a swimmer) before becoming Class of ‘74), was an All-Ameri- third straight team title. ries with those who made them. be wonderful if you can change best total to 19, including the last a public school teacher. He was can at both Santa Monica College “Until 1974 Pali had never “We are hoping to gather for a that sometime in the future.” seven in a row. The 1974 final was the varsity swim coach at Poway and Cal State Northridge. He too won City as San Fernando Valley 50-year reunion in 2024,” he said.

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With Safer at Home orders in place and graduation days shifting for the Class of 2020, the Palisadian-Post has assembled a section for students who are graduating from elementary, middle and high school, or college. Part II of the section will be featured in our June 11 edition. Additional messages can be sent to [email protected].

Congratulations Class of 2020

Maximo Speiser Barrett Eastman Teo Lin-Bianco Erica Juliette Bagby

Barrett Eastman is graduating from 8th grade at Corpus Christi School: Congrats Congratulations Maximo, we are so proud Barrett! May all your dreams come true. Teo, we are SO proud of all your hard Pali High Class of 2020: Congratulations of you and know you are going to make We love you! work, accomplishments, talents, and gen- Erica Juliette! We are so proud of your great things happen in your life. The erous heart. You are part of history paving hard work and achievements in athletics world is yours and we know you will make your own unique path and we’ll be there and academics and, most importantly, we it a better place with all your success. This Dakota Margolis cheering you on every step of the way! Go are enormously proud of the very special, is just the beginning. Fight On! Xoxo get ‘em at UC Berkeley! Love, your fami- thoughtful and kind young woman you have ly Chiqui, Ted and Fosse. become. We love you. Mom & Dad James Marks Andrew Lee Brooke Schmalle

Graduating Marquez Charter Elementary: Dearest Dakota: Your hard work and In a time of disappointment and loss of Congratulations James on your 5th grade commitment to school paid off! When missing out on the best semester of her graduation from Marquez. We are so proud you take this same approach to any of elementary school years, Brooke turned of you. You have worked hard and always life’s upcoming challenges, you will have this new path into a wonderful time of new taken an interest in learning new things. similar results of success. We are so proud Paul Revere class of 2020: Andrew, con- beginnings and adventure. You are a role During this time you’ve shown amazing of you. We wish you luck and happiness gratulations on three amazing years at Re- model! Congratulations! LOVE, Mom, resilience and we love you so much. Love, during the next phase of your life. Love vere! Wishing you all the best at Loyola. Dad & Paige. Mom, Dad, Hudson, and Buddy Mom, Dad, AK, Sierra Go Cubs! (Continued on Page 10) Page 10 Palisadian-Post June 4, 2020

(Continued from Page 9) Sienna Nocas

Andrew Outcalt Alicia Sigworth

Congratulations, Pali Elementary 2020 graduate, Sienna Nocas! We are so proud of the enthusiastic, curious, thought- ful, creative girl you’ve become and can’t wait to see what’s in store for you next! We love you so much! Mom, Dad & Conner

Congratulations to Andrew Outcalt, Oaks Christian High Kailani Yap School Class of 2020! We are so proud of you and look forward to your future at Pepperdine University studying Alicia Sigworth is graduating from Palisades Charter High Business and playing Water Polo with the highly ranked School: Congratulations! You have worked incredibly hard Waves team! Love- Mom, Dad, Matt, Megan, Alex, Mav- and we are so proud of you. We can’t wait to see what you erick and Maya! do next at Vanderbilt. Go ‘Dores! Juliet Rose Sidoti Sammy Miller

Kailani Yap is graduating from Seven Arrows Elementary School. She’s headed to Harvard Westlake for 7th grade! Congratulations Kailani! Good luck at Harvard Westlake! Love Mom, Dad & Malia Ella’Mae Mathieson-Carysfort

I’m so proud of Juliet Rose Sidoti, who is due to graduate 6th grade from Village School. We love you so much! Jake Lipsky

Sammy, we are so proud of the well-rounded young man you have become! With your kind heart, quick wit and sense of humor you will go far in life. We are excited for the opportunities that await you! All our love, Mom, Dad and Max. Seven Arrows Graduating class of 2020: You have laid a solid foundation and your future is limitless! You are resilient, kind Create A Home That hearted, loyal, curious, creative, and funny! I am so proud Inspires You Every Day to be your mother, “I love you as many ants there are in the world.” Congratulations. We collaborate, educate (Continued on Page 11) and endeavor to protect our clients best interest.

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here are countless students grad- uating high school in 2020 who Tcould be recognized for their hard work and contributions to the school and community during their tenure. The Palisadian-Post checked in with three of these students, who were recommended by faculty and staff for their achievements. The following students have interests ranging from liberal arts, Jamie Mazur Photos courtesy of Milly Hopkins/Jamie Mazur Ariana Olivera Photo courtesy of Ariana Olivera academics, sports and sciences to a future in comedy and dramatic arts. talent for photography. Andres’ footsteps. found his passion for the arts. Mazur Formerly students at Paul Revere He lives with his father, Doug, Olivera’s ambition is to attend participated in musicals and plays Charter Middle School, these stu- who contributed many hours of Santa Monica College for two years at Pali High. He also joined “Fri- dents will all be graduating from his time helping Pali High with a and then transfer to the University day Night Live,” the comedy sketch Pali High this June. gateway project focused on im- of California, Los Angeles, or UC show based on NBC’s “Saturday Palisadian Teddy Suisman, 18, proving the pedestrian underpass Berkeley. Night Live,” directed by Nancy will be attending Stanford Universi- on campus, and his mother Moye While at Pali High, Olivera was Fracchiolla. ty in the fall with acceptance for his Thompson. part of MESA (Math, Engineering, Mazur became vice president academics. During his senior year Suisman is known for being a Science and Achievement). Af- during his junior year, and then at Pali High, he excelled in football nice human being, a great student ter school during seventh period, president and head writer for “FNL” as the school’s number one wide and a deserving person. He plans MESA built robots and attended in his senior year. He’s considered receiver. to pursue liberal arts in university. competitions. Teachers offered help highly talented and a wonderful stu- “I got first-team All-League and Ariana “Ari” Olivera will be to students if they were having trou- dent. He’s also done stand-up and second team All-City,” Suisman ex- graduating this June a year early at ble with any difficult subject matter. written some short films on his own. plained to the Post. “I scored 10 only 16 years old. Commuting to For the past two years, Olive- Mazur resides in Topanga with receiving touchdowns throughout the Pali High campus from Mid- ra volunteered at Cedars-Sinai Teen his father, composer Ken Mazur, the season, which was second in City, Olivera finished 10th grade, Volunteer Program at the nurses’ and his mother, Susan Clark. the league. took extra classes over the summer station in Urgent Care. Pali High This success came after hav- and launched into 12th grade, taking staff shared that she is a great stu- ing a not conventionally success- nine classes to manage this feat. dent and an awesome person. ful junior year in football, Suisman “I want to be an orthopedic Jamie Mazur, 18, is graduating shared, which made it even more of surgeon or a trauma surgeon,” she from Pali High with a large con- an accomplishment. shared with the Post. tribution to the arts. Considered Suisman credited the improve- During her time at Pali High, by his teachers a strong filmmaker ment to putting in extra work af- she said biology came naturally. and writer, he received an almost ter practice with the quarterbacks “I really liked my biology full scholarship to the USC School during the previous summer. For- class,” Olivera added of her class of Cinematic Arts, a private media merly, Suisman played varsity with Ms. Sharfi. school within the University of basketball in ninth and 10th grade Her older brother, Andre, 18, Southern California in Los Ange- before switching to football as a graduated from University High les. There, he will major in screen- junior. School early and was the inspira- writing. Suisman also served as chair- tion for her goal. Andre is already In high school, Mazur joined person for Artribe this year, with a a chef, following in their father a seventh-period drama class and Teddy Suisman Photos courtesy of Teddy Suisman

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Senior year, November 2019: Studio dress rehearsal

Mirabelle in seventh grade, starring as Clara in “The Nutcracker.” Photos by Todd Lechtick

But she shared that because the entire school community is going through it, she feels that they are The Final Bow all in it together and it is not as ‘ ’ upsetting to roll with the punches. With Graduation and Performances Weinbach said that her time Canceled, Mirabelle Weinbach Says at Brentwood School was “fantas- tic” and that she feels it set her up Farewell to Her Ballet Community and to go forward in her life, includ- School Before Heading to Princeton ing attending Princeton starting this fall. “I feel very confidently that I By SARAH SHMERLING formance, which was meant to be received a very good education, Editor-in-Chief Weinbach’s final show with West- and was constantly inspired to side, has been tough. learn,” she said. “I think that set irabelle Weinbach, a near-life- “The spring showcase was re- me up well to move forward, and long resident of the Palisades, ally going to be like—as cliché as it it was fun—it’s just a fun place to Mstarted at Westside School of Ballet sounds—the final bow,” Weinbach go to school.” when she was 5 years old after she said. “Not having that is really sad. Weinbach, who applied as an found herself dancing around her There’s this ballet that I was sup- English major, is thinking that she living room. posed to dance called ‘Tchaikovsky will want to study engineering. “My mom actually took me to Pas de Deux’—that and ‘Serenade’ “At Princeton, mechanical see Westside’s ‘Nutcracker’ and are my two favorite ballets—and and aerospace engineering is she said I was bouncing in my that was my dream role since I was one department,” Weinbach ex- seat the whole time,” Weinbach really little.” plained. “I’ve always been inter- recalled with a laugh. Though Weinbach said that it ested in space, I find that really Now, the Princeton-bound was bittersweet not being able to fascinating, and that it’s combined ballerina is saying goodbye to a perform the role on stage in front with mechanical engineering, I program that she has participated of an audience, she shared that she like just making things in gener- in since pre-ballet, making her is grateful for the opportunity to al. I’m always crafting and doing way through different levels to have the experience of rehearsing stuff like that, I think that definite- the six-day-a-week, intensive reg- it for a few weeks before things ly ties in.” imen she has been on for the past shut down. Weinbach explained that ahead several years. But that doesn’t mean that of starting at the school, she joined “I fell in love with the per- Weinbach is leaving the ballet a group on Facebook with other forming and training,” Weinbach school without a long list of ac- members of the incoming class Sophomore year, spring 2017: Starring as lead in “Paquita” shared of her journey with the complishments she has achieved where she expressed an interest school. over the years, including danc- in dancing, and received person- But what was supposed to be ing the role of Sugar Plum Fairy al messages from current students a teary farewell tour quickly shift- for the past three Westside per- from different dance groups reach- ed due to the pandemic shutting formances of “The Nutcracker” ing out and introducing themselves. down in-person classes and per- and Russian Girl in George Bal- She said that the community there formances. Since Safer at Home anchine’s “Serenade” in the 2019 reminds her of the close knit com- orders went into place, Westside spring showcase. munity at Westside. has switched to live-streaming “I think that’s the hardest role Though she has no plans classes through Zoom and Insta- I’ve ever done—just physically, to go into dance professionally gram live. it’s exhausting,” Weinbach said. post-graduation, she said that the “So from my living room, I’m “It’s like 30 minutes straight of possibility is there and that she holding onto a chair and taking jumping and turning, but it’s such plans on staying in shape by danc- class,” Weinbach explained, “but a touching and moving piece.” ing at the university. it’s nice to be able to see everyone’s Another unexpected shift of “I definitely want to stay in faces, especially on Zoom, because events were end-of-the-year ac- fighting shape throughout col- we’re all there, so I can see all my tivities she was planning on par- lege,” Weinbach said, “because classmates and my teachers.” ticipating in as a senior at Brent- it feels good to be able to take a She shared that the cancel- wood School, including senior class and feel like, ‘Yeah I can still lation of the school’s spring per- prom and a graduation ceremony. do this, I still got it.’” This week’s Crossword Puzzle and Sudoku are on page 20. 60 Years of Service to the Westside JOHNSON 818 - 697 - 6701 DJ, Photobooth, Design FOSTER www.SpecialEventDJZ.com Lighting, Special Effects FITZGERALD & [email protected] Event Management DARLING, LLP u CPAs u “Your Full Service Accounting Santa Monica Canyon Firm in the Palisades” 310.459.8823 15200 Sunset Blvd., Suite 203 • Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 • 310-454-6545 • www.caffedelfini.com

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SUBSCRIBE Graduating Brentwood School: Congratu- Congratulations, Ryan! We’ve loved watch- Palisadian-Post TODAY! lations, Jack! We are so proud of all of your ing you grow up at JTD from an adorable Serving the Community Since 1928 24 Pages Thursday, July 12, 2018 ◆ Pacific Palisades, California $1.50 accomplishments in high school and the Parade Makes 70th Run Heat Wave kindergartener into a kind, smart, funny Harnesses Pacific Palisades By TRILBY BERESFORD factors to consider,” he said, add- Reporter ing that “sturdy shoes” make a huge difference. remarkable young man you have become. corching temperatures were He advised people who are reported all across Southern intent on hiking in Temescal to (still adorable) sixth grader. We are excited SCalifornia over the weekend, con- plan accordingly by going early tinuing through the start of the in the morning, beforePalisadian-Post the tem- Thursday, February 27, 2020 Page 13 week. perature soars. The National Weather Service A vegetation fire also oc- call listed new daily record highs on curred on Saturday, July 7, at Al- July 6 and 7, such as 117 degrees mar Avenue in El Medio Bluffs. in Woodland Hills and Van Nuys. Bastman reported that LAFD Sta- Weather Specialist Stuart tion 69 responded, and “54 fire- Seto from the National Weather fighters contained a quarter-acre Service told the Palisadian-Post of light to medium grass in 25 We are excited for all that you will do and that hot weather records also con- minutes.” to see how you will grow at Windward. We cern low temperatures—meaning As the threat of brush fires that overnight low temperatures increases, Jeff Escalante and his have been unusually hot. team at LAFD Station 69 are 310.454.1321 Palisadians are often affect- working to clear brush from vul- ed by the summer heat by way of nerable areas. their favorite pastime: hiking. According to City News Ser- A hiker was rescued from vice, the Los Angeles Department Temescal Canyon Park in Pacific of Water and Power dealt with Pali Bee Palisades on the morning of Fri- numerous power outages over day, July 6. The high was 103 de- the weekend—caused by the un- experience at Duke and beyond. We adore grees that day. precedented demand on cooling Buzzes into Los Angeles Fire Department systems. love you and couldn't be more proud! Love, Honorary Co-Mayors Billy Crystal and Janice Goldfinger greet the town from their float. Photos by Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer Station 69 responded to a call “DWP said Saturday’s power from a 63-year-old man with an demand was the second-highest To w n By MICHAEL AUSHENKER United Methodist Church of Pacif- “unspecified medical complaint.” of any weekend day in the city’s Students in first through fifth grade who Contributing Writer or visit ic Palisades He was hoisted by Air Operations history, with peak use exceeding “It’s beautiful here,” Allen and transported to a local hospital 5,700 megawatts.” live or go to school in Pacific Palisades rom waterworks to fireworks, said. “There’s a wonderful sense in fair condition. They advise, “judicious use FPacific Palisades celebrated of community. It’s part of LA but Another hiker, this time a of air conditioning, and use of participated in the annual Pali Bee on well on Independence Day, an- it has a great [small-town feel] with 35-year-old female, was rescued drapes, curtains and blinds to keep Sunday, February 23. Here are some of chored by the annual Palisades Pa- strong traditions.” on Saturday, July 7, at 1:02 p.m. sunlight and heat out of rooms.” rade and an evening concert lineup Indeed, parade donor Don de LAFD spokesperson Amy Bast- To escape the heat when out the photos from this year’s event. For a you! Love, Mom, Dad, Lauren, Ryan, and at the baseball field at Palisades Brier confirmed that at the VIP man confirmed to thePost that the and about, all LA branch libraries Mom, Dad, Jack, Lauren, and Riley Charter High School. lunch, where he added that he loves reason was due to “heat distress.” and recreation centers operate as complete story, see Page 1. This year, the parade celebrat- the July 4th holiday for “the parade Captain Tommy Kitahata designated “cooling centers.” To www.PaliPost.com ed seven decades with the theme and the fun day in the community.” from LAFD Station 69 told the determine their location, call 211. Photos by Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer “70 Years of Cheers!” “It honors the military, the Post that the woman was hiking The city of Los Angeles Emer- Like clockwork, as they have neighbors,” continued de Brier, with three other people, which is gency Management Department been doing for 30 years, members who has financially supported the much preferred than going alone, offers tips to “Beat the Heat” this of Carey Peck Skydiving Team— parade for a decade now. though the group was in the park summer, including how to recog- led by Tom Falzone (Pali High Street and wrapping around Toyo- Simon said. Later that evening, as Pali- at the hottest part of the day. nize symptoms of heat exhaustion Class of ’79)—touched down near pa Street toward its conclusion. “I love the community feel- sades Uplifters performed on the Kitahata recognized that Te- and the importance of staying hy- the big “X” on the ground at Sun- As is tradition, the parade fea- ing,” Arpi added. “You don’t see main stage at the Pali High base- mescal Canyon Park remains fa- drated. Riley (Continued on Page 14) set Boulevard and Swarthmore tured a succession of visual treats, this anywhere, people preparing ball stadium, Crystal, in a black vorable to hikers all year round They also emphasized that Avenue to signal the big launch of both new and familiar, including for the parade three days ahead of sweater and matching beret, told because of the easy access and children or pets must never be left the parade. floats with the Patriotic Pups, The- time.” the Post that he hopes the exam- available parking, though many alone in a hot vehicle, “not even Unlike last year’s gray day, the atre Palisades, Palisades P.R.I.D.E. In the grandstand, talent man- ple set by him and wife/Honorary people are “ill-prepared” as far for one minute,” because “tem- sunshine worked in harmony with and Caruso. ager Larry Hummel of Beverly Co-Mayor Janice Goldfinger takes as carrying enough water and peratures inside a car can quickly the splashy opening. However, the Parade highlights included an Hills brought his wife and 9-year- off. wearing suitable clothing for the skyrocket to deadly levels.” To parachutists found the touchdown army’s worth of Colonial Ameri- old son to see their first Palisades “Everybody should do that,” activity. see the full list, visit lacity.org. windier than in previous years. can Minutemen, the colorful Lan parade, during which the current he said of their custom float. “The “Hydration, lightweight In addition, LAFD paramed- “The winds were a bit squirrel- Nartthasin Thai Dance Group LA, honorary co-mayors made quite parade should grow and grow each clothing [breathable fabrics] and ics stress hot weather safety tips ly,” skydiver Mary Tortomasi told as well as myriad marching bands the impression. year with homemade floats.” planning for the weather are key at lafd.org. the Palisadian-Post. “You have to from high school and middle “What better way to celebrate get upwinded.” school from communities such as the Fourth of July than watching For more on the daytime fes- Once the skydiving trio— Norwalk and Downey. Billy Crystal dressed as George tivities of Fourth of July, see Page which also included Rich Picciril- From the sidelines, neighbors, Washington crossing Sunset Bou- 3; Palisades Rocks the Fourth Anine Bing Expands li—landed, the parade launched including Dr. Simon Simonian, levard?” Hummel said. coverage, Page 9; and race cov- up Via De La Paz and curled onto esteemed medical scientist who Senator Ben Allen, who rep- erage on Page 5. For a selection Sunset Boulevard, where it strut- helped eradicate smallpox, and resents Pacific Palisades, brought of additional photos captured to Palisades Village ted across the heart of The Village wife Arpi, took in the parade. his parents to the VIP luncheon, by Rich Schmitt, visit vimeo. before going south on Drummond “I like the whole atmosphere,” held, as always, at the Community com/278945076. By SARAH SHMERLING Editor-in-Chief

nine Bing, an international women’s fashion brand, will Aopen a second Los Angeles store in Caruso’s Palisades Village. Headquartered in LA, the brand was launched in 2012 by founder and creative director Anine Bing—a mom and blogger. Bing, of Danish and Brazilian descent, was born in Denmark and grew up in Sweden. Having modeled since the age of 15, Bing used that experience to Anine Bing Photo courtesy of Anine Bing launch her own brand of clothing based on the lifestyle of a model. The Stevie Boots, one of Anine “Inspired by fusion of Scan- Bing’s best-selling items, accord- dinavian heritage and American ing to Who What Wear, are avail- spirit, Anine Bing offers luxurious able in several different colors and staples, wardrobe basics and state- run from $399 to $449. ment pieces that are current and Anine Bing offers clothes in timeless,” according to the brand’s size XS through L and is currently website. sold in more than 300 boutiques Anine Bing offers dresses, around the world, with flagship jackets, jewelry, accessories, shoes, stores in LA, New York, Paris, lingerie and more. Among the London, Barcelona, Madrid and “New In” items on the website as Berlin. the Palisadian-Post went to print “I am so excited for the open- was a Madeline Blazer in Green ing of our second Los Angeles store Plaid for $349. The Perfect Tee in in Palisades Village,” Bing said. “I Navy, described on the website as am continually inspired by all the “truly the perfect T-shirt” with a creativity Los Angeles has to offer “lived-in look and feel,” was priced and am excited to bring our signa- at $79. ture AB style to the Westside.” Page 14 Palisadian-Post June 4, 2020 (Continued from Page 13)

“It was amazing … everyone circled around the block, honking A Night to Remember their horns, showing us love,” Jared said. “I think it was, in my opinion, One Pali High Family Finds a Way to better than actual prom.” MoNesha added that the fam- Bring Prom Home to Their Student ily had gone through a rough year, with a family loss and difficult di- agnoses. “The magnitude of suffering we Ashton Evans Sam Rivers have endured is unbelievable, but we are warriors and we believe in carrying on,” MoNesha said to the Post. “This prom gave us a reason to celebrate and we refused to let one more thing be taken from us.” With graduation around the corner, MoNesha said it’s going to be bittersweet letting her youngest child go. “Jared is my last baby so, I have to admit, I’m having a hard time,” MoNesha said. “This has been the first opportunity that he and I have Photos courtesy of Johaira Michelle Dilauro had where he has not had to share me with his older siblings … and By LILY TINOCO thing special and not have the day it’s been fun, watching him play Ashton, we are so proud to see you graduat- Reporter go unnoticed,” MoNesha explained. football and hit all these milestones. “We had to get creative and see “I’m going to miss being able ing from Palisades Charter High School and Dearest Sam Rivers! All the biggest and he end of the school year marks what we can do … figure out ways to hang out with him the way that moving on to university. Your whole family brightest, Congratulations to you on your Ta set of milestones—especially to connect and still bond and cele- we’ve been able to lately but … I respects you for all you have accomplished. graduation from Pali Elementary! The for high school seniors who look brate and still be safe, and this was know he’s going to be successful You have grown into a fine young woman. Class of 2020. It seems like just yesterday forward to prom, graduation and a way to do that.” in whatever he does.” all that lies ahead. The at-home prom was on Jared added that he’s excited You inspire others and you are fun to be you were in Kindergarten. We are so proud But the novel coronavirus has Saturday, May 16—the date Pali to graduate: “June 4, 2020 … I’m around. Accept what is, let go of what was, of you now and always and forever. Love left campuses closed, students High’s prom was originally slated waiting for it.” and have faith in what will be! Love Mom, you more than more, Mommy, Sydney and confined to distance learning and to take place. Following graduation, Jared Dad, your sisters and all of our family your whole family graduating students unsure about On top of the car parade, the will be attending El Camino Col- celebrating these milestones tradi- celebration included a DJ, red car- lege in Torrance, continuing foot- tionally. pet and royal court with golden ball. He is currently #8 on Pali Dear Zachary, Mazel Tov Palisades Charter High School thrones for Jared and his prom date. High’s football team. Zachary Taylor on your graduation from senior Jared La Violette was crushed 5th grade at Pali! We are upon learning prom was canceled. “I was devastated, I’m not go- so incredibly proud of you ing to lie,” Jared said to the Palisa- for being an excellent stu- dian-Post. “I thought that there was dent. full of laughter, a loyal no prom and I couldn’t experience friend & brother... and also prom my last year in high school.” His family was determined to for your overall adorable- find a solution. ness! Love always, Mommy, MoNesha La Violette, Jared’s Daddy & Joshua mother, found a way to bring prom to him and put together a social- (Continued on Page 16) ly distant prom, with a turnout of roughly 40 cars full of family and friends. “We really wanted to do some- Looking to honor your student?

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(Continued from Page 14) Gage Grimes Brigitte Pylen

Annabelle Kapur Jacob Gabayan

Graduating fifth grade from Marquez Char- ter School: Mom and dad we are proud par- Graduating from Calvary Christian School ents and we love you so very much. and attending The Thacher School in the fall: Congratulations Gage Grimes! We are so proud of your accomplishments over the Lillia Rayne Weissmuller years and hope you continue to reach for the stars in high school. We will miss you every day but are so excited for the adventures Annabelle Kapur, graduating 5th grade at that await you. We love you. Mom and Dad Graduating Pali Elementary: Dear Jacob, You Marquez Charter Elementary on June 5th, are a shining star with so much wisdom and 2020: Dear Annabelle, under normal circum- common-sense. We are very lucky to have Sarah Damico stances, this should be a very exciting time you as our oldest and the family really loves for you and your classmates. You should be your guidance and advice. We love you and celebrating your achievements, and you are, are always proud of you. Love, Mom and Dad just in a different way. We are so proud of what you have accomplished so far in life, the friendships you’ve made, and the strength Giselle Salas and resilience you've shown during this dif- ficult, strange time. We love you and can't wait to see what else you accomplish in life! Love, Mom, Dad, Emily (and Daisy)

Colin Enzer Congratulations Lillia Rayne Weissmuller. Congratulations Sarah!!! HW class of 2020. We are so proud of you! Palisades Charter So proud of you. High School, Class of 2020

Palisades Lutheran Church CHURCHES Pastor Ken Frese Sunday Adult Bible Study 9:00 a.m. Calvary Church of Pacific Palisades Sunday Worship Gathering 10:00am Sunday Confirmation Class 8:45-9:45a.m. 701 Palisades Drive • Pacific Palisades Sunday Service at 10:30am Connect with us online and on our app: Communion — 1st & 3rd Sundays www.calvarypalisades.org Childcare Provided 9 am – Noon Calvary Palisades App Rejoice in Recovery Thursday 7:00-8:00 p.m. 15905 Sunset Blvd. • 310-459-2358 • www.plc.cc Community United Methodist Church STAR Preschool @ PLC: Enroll Now • 310-629-2598 Our dearest Giselle is graduating from Pastor Wayne B. Walters Worship: Sundays, 10 a.m., Sunday School, Childcare St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church 8th grade this year from Calvary Christian The Reverend Bruce A. Freeman, Rector School. We are proud of you and pray your Weekly Children and Youth Programs for all ages www.palisadesmethodist.org The Reverend Christine Purcell, Associate Rector next chapter will bring you joy, challenges Preschool — Enroll now: 310-454-4600 Sunday Services: 8:00 am Holy Eucharist, and great memories. CONGRATULATIONS 801 Via de la Paz • Pacific Palisades • 310-454-5529 10:15 am Choral Eucharist Congrats to our @thriving_potato, Colin En- GISELLE! and Children’s Education Nursery/Toddler Care available zer, on his graduation from the University Corpus Christi Catholic Church Rev. Msgr. Liam Kidney, Pastor Weekday worship: Wednesdays, 10:00 am of Colorado, Boulder! All the signs point Emerson Green Reverend Larry Neumeier, Associate Pastor 1031 Bienveneda * Pacific Palisades * 310-454-1358 toward a thriving future, Colin, especially MASSES www.stmatthews.com that not-so-official diploma that’s signed by Weekdays, 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Shrek himself. We are so proud of you and Saturday, 5:30 p.m. (Vigil Mass) SYNAGOGUES love you with all our hearts. Sunday, 8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Holy Days, 8:00 a.m., 12 noon and 6:00 p.m. Chabad Jewish Community Campus Confessions every day at 5:00 pm. A Warm & Welcoming Community For All! Molly Steinsapir Sunday School, 9:30-10:30, ages 3-K "Judaism Done Joyfully" Elementary Religious Education, Mon. 3:30-5:00 p.m. Adult Religious Education, RCIA, Tues. 7:15-9:00 p.m. Shabbat Shalom! 15100 Sunset Blvd. • Pacific Palisades • 310-454-1328 Candle lighting Friday 6/5/20 7:45pm Visit us at: corpuschristichurch.com Rabbi/Rebbitzen Zushe/Zisi Cunin - Co Directors Rabbi Sholom & Nechama Diskin - Youth Joy of All Who Sorrow Orthodox Church Rabbi Yossi & Dassy Eilfort - Teens Fr. John Tomasi, Rector Chana Hertzberg- Early Childhood Center/www.PJECC.org 4145 Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City, CA 90230 Engaging programming for community members of all ages. Friday: Vespers 6 p.m. Please visit www.chabadpalisades.com for Saturday: Matins 7:00 a.m., Divine Liturgy 8:30 a.m., our upcoming services and events. Vigil 5 p.m. 17315 Sunset Blvd | 310-454-7783 Sunday: Divine Liturgy 10 a.m. For a complete listing of services see: Kehillat Israel Reconstructionist www.joyofallwhosorrow.org Congregation of Pacific Palisades 310-391-9911 A Welcoming Jewish Community for the Westside Rabbi Amy Bernstein • Rabbi Micah Hyman Palisades Presbyterian Church • Cantor Chayim Frenkel The Rev. Dr. Grace Park Friday Night Shabbat Services: 7:00 PM 10:00 a.m. - Sunday Morning Worship Service Saturday Bar/Bat Mitzvah Shabbat Services: (Sunday School and Child Care at Worship Service) 10:00 AM/4:30 PM Dear Emerson: Congratulations on finishing Preschool - Enroll now at 310-454-0737 Early Childhood and elementary school! It’s been a wonderful 6 For complete information Parenting Center: 424-214-7482 years watching you grow and learn so much and upcoming events see: Jewish Experience Center: 310-459-1569 Congratulations on your graduation from from kindergarten to 5th grade at Marquez! www.palipres.org For a complete calendar please visit: www.ourKI.org Marquez Elementary, Molly! We love you We can’t wait to see what the future holds 15821 Sunset Blvd. • 310-454-0366 16019 W. Sunset Blvd • 310-459-2328 and are immensely proud of you. Mom, Dad, for you!! Love, Mommy, Daddy, Mechal, Nate, Eli & Leroy Piper and Tatum June 4, 2020 Palisadian-Post Page 17

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The Palisadian-Post thanks our Junior Reporters for all of their hard work! Here are four who are graduating their current schools. Leveling Up: Junior If you are interested in finding out more about our Junior Reporter program—open to students who live or go to school in the Palisades— Reporters Graduate for the 2020-21 school year, email [email protected].

Leo Pesce Sophie Friedberg Éva Engel Vanessa Masterson Leo Pesce is graduating from Seven Arrows Elementary School. Sophie Friedberg is graduating Palisades Éva Engel is graduating from Paul Revere Vanessa “Vany” Masterson is graduating As a first-grader, Leo won the opportunity Charter High School and heading to the Uni- Charter Middle School and heading to Pali- fifth grade from Palisades Charter Elementary to be a special guest reporter with the Post at versity of Wisconsin-Madison in the fall. sades Charter High School. School. Seven Arrows’ silent auction fundraiser. In 2014, One of her first pieces for the Post as a Ju- In addition to her pieces for the Post, Éva Over her years as a Junior Reporter, Vanes- Leo and his family went on an Overnight Adven- nior Reporter shared her experience at Fancy was recognized for organizing the Palisades sa has pitched innovative ways to involve the ture at the Natural History Museum, getting the Feet Dance Studio, which was published in Climate Strike on Global Strike Day and a cli- community in her pieces, including, most re- chance to sleep over at the museum, participate April 2017. Other pieces include “The Future mate march she held at 3rd Street Promenade cently, a face mask decorating contest. Vanes- in activities led by museum educators and see is in Our Hands” and “NECIR Summer Jour- on Black Friday against wasteful consumerism. sa also answers questions from the community live animals—reporting afterward his top seven nalism Intensive,” which covered Sophie’s She also won first place in the Paul Revere through her Dear Vany column, tackling ques- things from the experience. two-week experience at an intensive journal- film festival two years in a row: 2018 for a PSA tions from peers about school, family, friends, When asked in second grade why Leo wants ism program with the New England Center for on gun reform and in 2019 for a documentary siblings and responsibilities. to be a Junior Reporter, he replied: “I have good Investigative Reporting. on student stress. “Congratulations on your journey through ideas!” Sophie’s last piece for the Post as a Junior She played tennis on for the girls tennis Pali Elementary and being part of the graduat- His second interview as a Junior Reporter Reporter was published in May 2020, remind- team all three years at Revere, earning a tennis ing class of 2020! We are so proud of you and all came in third grade, when he interviewed the ing the community not to lose human connec- scholarship from the Lindsey Vonn Foundation you have accomplished! We know you are ready creators of “Phineas & Ferb,” Dan Povenmire tion during the COVID-19 pandemic. for a summer tennis program of her choice. for the next step and can’t wait to see what your and Jeff “Swampy” Marsh. “Congrats Sophie! We are so beyond proud future will bring! We love you so much, Mom, “Dear Leo, Congratulations on your grad- of you!!! Love, mom, dad, desi and Mickey.” Dad, Shane, Grandma & Grandpa” uation from Seven Arrows! We are so proud of your accomplishments, and excited to watch you take the world by storm. You’re a rock star! We love you very much. Love, Mom and Dad”

Congratulations,Class of 2020! We are incredibly proud of our Class of 2020 graduates who were all admitted to four-year collegiate programs and gained acceptance to over 155 college and/or university programs. Please note that all institutions with one or more graduates attending are denoted in bold, and that a school denoted with an * indicates multiple enrollees.

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