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Volume 30 No. 1 Serving the Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities January 2, 2020 Rabbi denounces anti-Semitic attacks Koretz announces bid n Hier calls for FBI task force after for L.A. City Controller December incidents n City Councilman plans to run in 2022 election BY CAMERON KISZLA BY EDWIN FOLVEN

In a press conference at the Los Angeles City Councilman Museum of Tolerance on Dec. 30, Paul Koretz, 5th District, has Rabbi Marvin Hier, founder, CEO announced his candidacy for city and president of the Simon controller in 2022, and although the Wiesenthal Center, which oper- election is two years away, the ates the museum, decried a recent councilman has amassed a list of rise of anti-Semitism in the United many leaders pledging their sup- States and Europe. port. In the United States, Hier said, Koretz said he is making the there were more than 10 anti- announcement early because he Semitic attacks in December wants to be the “consensus candi- alone. photo by Cameron Kiszla date” for the position. He has repre- photo courtesy of Paul Koretz Locally, the most prominent Rabbi Marvin Hier of the Simon Wiesenthal Center wants President sented the 5th District on the Los City Councilman Paul Koretz incident was the vandalism at the Donald Trump to authorize an FBI task force devoted to anti-Semitism. Angeles City Council since 2009, Nessah Synagogue in Beverly having been reelected in 2013 and why I am running for city con- Hills, where on Dec. 14, religious 2017. Koretz will be termed out as troller.” relics, furniture and worship mate- violent, such as the recent stab- York, was the latest in a string of councilman in 2022. The legislator said the controller’s rials were knocked over and dam- bing of five people in Monsey, anti-Semitic attacks in New York “I have always been passionate office will give him a new platform aged. The Beverly Hills Police New York, at the home of a rabbi and New Jersey that should shake about government efficiency so we to address important issues, includ- Department arrested Anton on Dec. 28, the seventh night of all of us to our core,” U.S. Sen. can avoid waste and use city funds ing fiscal responsibility. Nathaniel Redding on Dec. 18 in Hanukkah. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) said in exclusively to improve the service “I have spent a lot of time on the connection with the vandalism. “[The] horrific attack at a city government provides for our Other incidents have been more rabbi’s home in Monsey, New See American page 25 residents,” Koretz said. “That’s See Councilman page 26 Foundation nets $4.5M for monument Metro given go-ahead for n West Hollywood AIDS memorial holiday work in Beverly Hills could break ground n Purple Line Presidents’ Day. Metro and its contractor, next year construction can Skanska Traylor Shea, will be allowed to work in the yards and BY MORGAN KEITH continue on MLK, Presidents’ Days underground on Jan. 20 and Feb. In early December, the 17, with no work scheduled in the Foundation for The AIDS BY MORGAN KEITH public right-of-way. Gale Drive’s Monument announced that it has daily closure will only be imple- received more than $4.5 million On Dec. 17, the Beverly Hills mented for deliveries between 6 from individuals and philan- City Council unanimously a.m. and 4 p.m. thropies. photo courtesy of Urban Art Projects approved the Los Angeles Originally, the Memorandum Donations will fund the construc- A rendering depicts the AIDS Monument that will be constructed on a Metropolitan Transportation of Agreement agreed upon by tion of “Stories: The AIDS donated space in West Hollywood Park. Authority’s request to work at the Metro and the City Council in Monument” in the southeast corner Purple Line Extension’s 2017 scheduled construction to of West Hollywood Park as part of the foundation’s board of directors demic in West Hollywood as well Wilshire/La Cienega Station on the park’s renovations. The monu- and the West Hollywood Arts and as a number of quotes from authors Martin Luther King Jr. Day and See Neighbors page 26 ment will be located on a space Cultural Affairs Commission. and activists that died from AIDS. donated by the city north of the The tentative design will incor- Additionally, the tablets will bring West Hollywood Library and porate interactive technology to attention to survivors and the con- across from the Pacific Design honor, memorialize and educate tinuing epidemic. Center, said John Gile, the founda- visitors about HIV/AIDS, said “There’s a lot to be proud of, and tion’s fundraising campaign consul- Tony Valenzuela, the foundation’s we want to make sure this history is tant. executive director. not forgotten,” Valenzuela said. “The three parts of the [monu- “The monument is important The monument will be the sec- ment’s] design pay honor to all the because, first and foremost, the ond West Hollywood memorial in lives lost in West Hollywood and AIDS epidemic is not over,” remembrance of those who lost the caregivers who fought the good Valenzuela said. their lives to AIDS. The West fight,” Gile said. At various locations throughout Hollywood Memorial Walk on photo by Cameron Kiszla Australian artist Daniel Tobin’s the monument site, narrative tablets Metro Purple Line construction in Beverly Hills has impacted monument design was selected by will present the history of the epi- See West page 26 Wilshire Boulevard. 2 January 2, 2020 CALENDAR Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Book sale in jail and Billy is robbed, Musket LACMA’s decides to arm herself. Will she prevail Book lovers can find rarities and bar- over the forces against her? Showtimes Sundays Live gains at the John C. Fremont Library’s are 8 p.m., Thursday through Saturday; Classical music fans are invited to a per- book sale on Friday, Jan. 3, from noon 7 p.m. on Jan. 5. Tickets are $30. 1625 formance by the Thies-Micarelli-Byers to 4 p.m., and Saturday, Jan. 4, from N. Las Palmas Ave. (800)838-3006, Trio on Sunday, Jan. 5, from 6 to 7 p.m. noon to 5 p.m. CDs, DVDs, audiobooks brownpapertickets.com/event/4423684. at St. James’ in-the-City on Wilshire and videos will be offered. 6121 Melrose Ave. (323)962-3521. Boulevard. The Photo exhibit performance is part of the Los Greta Gerwig Fifteen Southern California photo- Angeles County graphic artists share their uniquely per- Museum of Art’s sonal bodies of work in the exhibition Sundays Live double feature “Project XV: New Perspectives on Join American Cinematheque for a chamber music Photography,” running from Saturday, series. Pianist double feature screening of “Little Jan. 4, through Sunday, Feb. 2, at the Women” and “Lady Bird” on Friday, Robert Thies will Los Angeles Center of Photography. be joined by violinist Lucia Micarelli Jan. 3, at 7:30 p.m. at the Egyptian The artists include Andy House, Beth Theatre. Writer and director Greta and cellist Eric Byers. Admission is free. Dubber, Carissa Dorson, Elisa Haber, 3903 Wilshire Blvd. lacma.org. Gerwig’s version of “Little Women” Ellen Friedlander, Hilary White, Julia draws on the classic novel and writings Bennett, Kristina Shires, Krysia of Louisa May Alcott and unfolds as the Lukkason, Mara Zaslove, Michael Impro Theatre author’s alter ego, Jo March, reflects Hacker, Michelle Elkins, Sharon back and forth on her fictional life. Johnson-Tennant, Wayne Swanson and ‘Winterfest’ “Lady Bird” is Gerwig’s directorial Yulia Tregub Morris. The exhibit Impro Theatre kicks off 2020 with debut exploring the turbulent bond explores the essence of being human, “Winterfest,” the fourth annual interna- between a mother and her teenage examining issues of family and rela- tional improv festival, running from daughter. The event includes a discus- photo courtesy of the Grammy Museum tionships, aging, creativity, the impor- Monday, Jan. 6, through Sunday, Jan. sion between films with Gerwig and The Grammy Museum will welcome multi-platinum-selling singer and songwriter tance of place and new perspectives on 12, at Impro Studio in the Los Feliz actress Saoirse Ronan. Tickets are $15. Stephen Bishop for an intimate conversation and performance on Wednesday, Jan. the California landscape. 5566 W. District. The live performance festival 6712 Hollywood Blvd. americancine- showcases some of the best genre and 8, at 7:30 p.m. Hosted by Scott Goldman, the event will include performances of Washington Blvd. lacphoto.org. matheque.com. some of Bishop’s timeless hits including “On and On,” “Save it for a Rainy Day,” narrative improv talent from the United “It Might Be You” and the Oscar-nominated “Separate Lives.” Bishop is also States and abroad. It features 19 shows, known for appearances in films such as “Kentucky Fried Movie,” “The Blues Holocaust 13 specialized improv workshops for all ‘Mehta’s Mahler’ Brothers,” Twilight Zone: The Movie” and “National Lampoon’s Animal House.” ages and levels, and over 75 internation- Conductor Zubin Mehta leads the LA Tickets are $25. 800 W. Olympic Blvd. grammymuseum.org. survivor talk al performers. Highlights include per- Phil in a series of performances titled The Los Angeles Museum of the formances and workshops from “Mehta’s Mahler” Holocaust will host a Holocaust sur- acclaimed improvisational companies running from wills and trusts, business disputes, con- Hollywood Improv. The evening vivor talk on Sunday, Jan. 5, from 3 to Det Andre Teatret from Oslo, Norway, Friday, Jan. 3, sumer law and landlord-tenant law will includes actors and comedians Darrell 4 p.m. The event includes survivors and Ratas de Dos Patas, a Latinx female through Sunday, be discussed. 471 S. Roxbury Drive. Hammond and Louie Sabatasso, cultur- speaking about the experiences during impro group from Chicago. Impro Jan. 5, in the Walt (310)601-2422, bhba.org. al strategist Bridget Phetasy, political World war II. A Q&A session will fol- Theatre’s Main Company will also per- Disney Concert strategist Aaron Lyles and fact-checker low the discussion. 100 S. The Grove form its rarely-seen show “Dorothy Hall. The concerts Dustin David. General admission is Dr. (323)651-3704, lamoth.org. Parker UnScripted.” Performances start also feature sopra- Autry guided tours $15. 8162 Melrose Ave. improv.com. at $10; workshops start at $50. 1727 N. no Chen Reis, Join guided tours of the Autry Museum Vermont Ave., #208. (323)401-6162, mezzo-soprano of the American West on Saturday, Jan. Art of China improtheatre.com/winterfest. Mihoko Fujimura and the Los Angeles 4, and Sunday, Jan. 5, at 11 a.m., 1 and ‘Musket and Los Angeles County Museum of Art pre- Master Chorale, led by artistic director 3 p.m. Participants can explore the sents a discussion titled “In Grant Gershon. Mahler’s Symphony museum’s popular exhibitions with the Rat’ Conversation: Stephen Little and Gu Beverly Hills No. 2, “Resurrection” will be per- guides who provide deeper insight and Arena Stage Hollywood presents the Wenda” on Sunday, Jan. 5, from 5:30 to formed. Showtimes are 8 p.m., Jan. 3-4; context to the displays. Event is free world premiere of the new play 6:30 p.m. in BCAM, Level 1. In conjunc- Chamber 2 p.m., Jan. 5. Tickets start at $20. 111 with $14 museum admission. 4800 “Musket and the Rat” running from tion with the closing of the exhibition Join the Beverly Hills Chamber of S. Grand Ave. laphil.com. Western Heritage Way. (323)667-2000, Saturday, Jan. 4, through Saturday, Jan. “The Allure of Matter: Material Art from Commerce for a “Get to Know Your theautry.org. 15. The play follows Musket Cherry, a China,” Stephen Little, the Florence and Chamber” event on Tuesday, Jan. 7, young woman who lives in a gritty Harry Sloan curator of Chinese art and from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Prospective mem- Legal clinic ungentrified neighborhood in Chicago. head of the museum’s Department of bers can meet chamber members and Volunteer attorneys from the Beverly ‘The Summit Her mother is an alcoholic and her Chinese, Korean and South and staff and learn about the benefits of Hills Bar Association Barristers will anchors are her beloved brother Weso, Southeast Asian Art, will speak with membership. 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New year brings new laws in California

BY MORGAN KEITH parents and ultimately kids deserve accused between the time they are to know how schools are using their charged with a crime and when they The California State Legislature tax dollars,” Newsom said. are brought to trial. passed legislation throughout 2019 The bill requires charter schools Senate Bill 36 will establish addressing an array of issues. From and their management to hold meet- guidelines regarding the use of risk protecting vulnerable populations, ings in specified locations and pro- assessment tools used to examine like the elderly, to safeguarding hibits the discussion of any items the likelihood that a defendant will voter data, the following bills went regarding an activity of the school’s fail to appear for a scheduled court into effect on Jan. 1. governing body that are unrelated date or commit further criminal vio- Assembly Bill 5 was authored by to the operation of the school. lations if released. Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez These requirements are already in “When it comes to the way we (D-San Diego) to limit employers place for public schools. handle the accused before trial, from classifying workers as inde- Another bill, signed by Newsom California is simply failing. We can pendent contractors rather than in October, seeks to protect do better, and we must do better,” photo by Dan Gold/courtesy of Unsplash employees. California’s elderly. Sponsored by said Senate Majority Leader Bob The bill is designed to regulate state Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson Hertzberg (D-Van Nuys), who co- Drivers for ride-hailing companies like Uber and Lyft will be affected by companies that hire contract (D-Santa Barbara), the legislation authored the bill. California’s Assembly Bill 5. workers in large numbers, such as adds to an executive order made by Prior to the bill’s passage, there ride-hailing companies like Uber Newsom in June to create a master were no minimum standards gov- “As political campaigns and The Fair Pay to Play Act, spon- and Lyft. Some exceptions were plan for aging to prepare the state erning the effective use of risk organizations are increasingly tar- sored by state Sens. Nancy Skinner made for certain professions, for upcoming demographic assessment tools and no safeguards gets of cyber threats, they too have (D-Berkeley) and Steven Bradford including doctors, dentists and changes. in place to ensure that they are a role and responsibility in defend- (D-Gardena), became the first of its lawyers. The bill instructs the director of being used in a way that accurately ing our democracy,” Padilla said. kind in the nation. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the the California Department of Aging estimates risk while minimizing Prior to AB 1043’s passage, The bill will distribute financial bill in September. Since November, and the secretary of the California bias. applicants for voter data only had to power to student-athletes, who are separate lawsuits have been filed by Health and Human Services Safeguards were also prioritized provide documentation of their currently barred by the National Uber and Postmates, truck drivers Agency to coordinate on the devel- during the 2019 legislative year in organizational affiliation, descrip- Collegiate Athletic Association and journalists against the legisla- opment and implementation of the election cybersecurity. Assembly tion of their plans for using the data from earning compensation from tion. Gonzalez has said she is open master plan and submit annual Bills 1043 and 1044, authored by and a plan to securely store it. their association with college to make changes to the bill in the updates. Assemblywoman Jacqui Irwin (D- Although it will not go into effect sports. Nationwide, colleges and new year but does not want it “By 2030, our older population Thousand Oaks) and sponsored by until Jan. 1, 2023, Newsom signed universities make $14 billion each repealed. will nearly double in California, California Secretary of State Alex another education-related bill in year from student athletics, and the In March, Gov. Gavin Newsom bringing an increase of 4 million Padilla, were signed by Newsom in October allowing all student-ath- NCAA takes in $1 billion annually, signed Senate Bill 126, which people over the age of 65,” Jackson July. letes enrolled in public and private according to Newsom. requires all schools that receive tax- said. “We owe it to them and all AB 1043 permits political cam- four-year colleges and universities The California State Assembly payer funding, including charter Californians to ensure that our state paigns expenditures of cybersecuri- in California to earn money from will reconvene on Jan. 6 to begin schools and charter management has thoughtfully prepared for this ty technology and services, and AB their name, image or likeness. the 2020 legislative year. organizations, to adhere to the same demographic shift.” 1044 requires entities applying for public records and open meeting Other legislation passed in voter registration data to demon- laws that apply to school districts. November aimed to make the pre- strate that they have completed a “It’s common sense. Taxpayers, trial justice system more fair for the specified course on data security. Beverly Hills celebrates Road closures planned for Golden Globes the festival of lights

The 77th annual Golden Globe for residents of the 10200 and residents only from 7 a.m. on Jan. 5 Awards ceremony will take place at 10300 blocks of Wilshire through 1 a.m. on Jan. 6. the Beverly Hilton on Sunday, Jan. Boulevard and visitors to the Los Westbound Carmelita, Elevado and 5, and the Beverly Hills Police Angeles Country Club from 7 a.m. Lomitas avenues will be closed on a Department is deploying additional on Jan. 5 to 4 a.m. on Jan. 6. limited basis at Walden Drive with staff and security measures to Wilshire Boulevard will be com- access for residents only from 7 a.m. ensure a safe event. pletely closed to all other through on Jan. 5 through 1 a.m. on Jan. 6. Road closures will be set up on traffic between the country club and In addition, parking will be com- Wilshire and Santa Monica boule- South Santa Monica Boulevard. pletely prohibited from 6 a.m. to vards, with access provided only to Alternate routes include South midnight on Jan. 5 on Whittier local residents and to members of Santa Monica, Sunset and Olympic Drive from Wilshire Boulevard to the Los Angeles Country Club. boulevards. Sunset Boulevard and on Alternate east-west routes include Whittier Driver will be closed on Greenway Drive from Sunset South Santa Monica, Olympic, Pico a limited basis from Wilshire Boulevard to Whittier Drive. and Sunset boulevards. Boulevard to Sunset Boulevard, Parking will be restricted to resi- Additionally, partial closures will with local access for residents only dent vehicles with a permit or be established on residential streets from 7 a.m. on Jan. 5 through 1 a.m. exemption code from 6 a.m. to mid- with access granted only to residents. on Jan. 6. Alternate routes include nighton Jan. 5 on Carmelita Avenue North Santa Monica Boulevard all north-south streets east of from Wilshire Boulevard to Walden westbound will be completely Bedford Drive. Drive, Lomitas Avenue from closed from Wilshire Boulevard to Trenton Drive and all adjacent Whittier Drive to Walden Drive, Century Park East from 9 p.m. on alleyways will see a limited closure Elevado Avenue from Wilshire Jan. 3 through 4 a.m. on Jan. 6. from Wilshire Boulevard to Whittier Boulevard to Walden Drive, Eastbound will be completely Drive, with local access for resi- Trenton Drive from Whittier Drive closed from Century Park East to dents only from 7 a.m. on Jan. 5 to to Wilshire Boulevard, and Walden Wilshire Blvd from 2 p.m. on Jan. 4 1 a.m. on Jan. 6. As an alternate Drive from Santa Monica through 4 a.m. on Jan. 6. For an route, residents can access Trenton Boulevard to Whittier Drive. alternate route, South Santa Monica Drive from Elevado Avenue. For residents without permit Boulevard will remain open in both Northbound and southbound parking, a parking exemption can directions. Greenway Drive will be closed on a be obtained by contacting the city’s photos © Vince Bucci Westbound Wilshire Boulevard limited basis from Sunset Parking Exemption Line at On Dec. 23, Beverly Hills Mayor John Mirisch, Councilman Julian will be completely closed at South Boulevard to Whittier Drive with (310)285-2548 or online at beverly- Gold, Councilwoman Lili Bosse and Vice Mayor Lester Friedman Santa Monica Boulevard from 6 local access for residents only from hills.org/parkingexemptions. participated in the city’s Menorah Lighting Celebration at City Hall. a.m. on Jan. 5 to 4 a.m. on Jan. 6. 7 a.m. on Jan. 5 through 1 a.m. on For information, visit beverly- Hannukah began on Dec. 22, 2019, and ended on Dec. 30. Eastbound will be closed on a lim- Jan. 6. Westbound Greenway will hills.org/goldenglobes, or call the Beverly Hills City Hall is located at 455 N. Rexford Drive. For ited basis at Beverly Glen be closed on a limited basis at Golden Globes Hotline at information, visit beverlyhills.org. Boulevard, with local access only Walden Drive with local access for (310)550- 4680. 4 January 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Fire damages Hollywood Authorities Blaze scorches single unit on apartment on Christmas Eve search for Barton Avenue in Hollywood missing man who frequented the WeHo area The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Missing Person’s Unit is seeking the public’s help in finding a man who went missing in September and was known to frequent the West Hollywood area. Investigators hope a tip will lead them to David William Ottenhouse, 52, who was last seen on Sept. 4 at approximately 1 p.m. It was not disclosed where Ottenhouse was last seen; authorities described him as a transient. He has not been in contact with his family, which is photo by Edwin Folven working with sheriff’s investigators Firefighters extinguished a blaze on the balcony of an apartment in to find him. east Hollywood on Dec. 24, containing the flames to a single unit. Ottenhouse is white, approxi- The Los Angeles Fire Department received a report at 8:30 p.m. mately 5 feet 9 inches tall and 155 about a blaze at 1206 N. Kingsley Drive, just south of Fountain pounds. He has green eyes and Avenue. They arrived to find smoke and flames emanating from the brown hair. balcony of a two-story apartment building. Approximately 20 fire- Anyone with information is fighters extinguished the flames in 13 minutes. The fire damaged the urged to call (323)890-5500. balcony and a portion of one unit, LAFD spokesman Brian Humphrey said. No injuries were reported and no monetary estimate of damage and loss was available. The cause remains under investigation. photo by Edwin Folven A fire erupted on Dec. 26 in a second-story unit of an apartment building at 5933 Barton Ave., between Vine and Gower streets in Hollywood. The blaze was reported shortly after noon and crews from District attorney outlines recent Los Angeles Fire Department Station 27 arrived within minutes. Residents were evacuated while firefighters contained the flames to a single unit. The blaze was extinguished at approximately 12:18 p.m. settlement with fashion retailer One patient suffering from smoke inhalation was transported to a hospital for treatment. There was no information about the individual’s Los Angeles County District orders to be shipped within 30 days age, gender or condition, LAFD spokeswoman Margaret Stewart said. Attorney Jackie Lacey has in most cases. If a company fails to photo courtesy of the LASD The fire only affected the one unit and the rest of the apartments announced that Fashion Nova, Inc., do so, consumers must either be David William Ottenhouse has remained habitable. The cause is under investigation and there was an online retailer, has settled a given a refund or receive a written been missing since Sept. 4. not estimate of damage or loss available. $1.75 million consumer protection notice about the delay. The content lawsuit alleging the company of the notices is regulated by statute failed to ship items in accordance and must include the expected with California law and properly duration of the delay and an offer notify consumers of shipping for a refund upon request. delays. Fashion Nova is a retailer that The civil complaint was filed operates in the “fast fashion” today in Alameda County Superior industry, meaning it sells clothing Court by the District Attorneys of that moves rapidly from fashion Los Angeles, Alameda, Napa and shows or popular culture to mass Sonoma counties. Alameda County production and retail sales. A Superior Court Judge Tara majority of Fashion Nova’s sales Desautels approved the settlement. take place online through its web- The complaint alleges that site. Fashion Nova repeatedly violated Under the terms of the settle- state laws by failing to ship items to ment, Fashion Nova has agreed to California consumers within 30 pay $250,000 in restitution to its days of their orders, until at least customers and $1.5 million in April 2018, and did not provide costs, penalties and other remedial adequate shipping delay notices. payments to the government. The The complaint also alleges that company has also have agreed to Fashion Nova failed to adequately make changes to its business prac- disclose its return policy on its tices. Fashion Nova cooperated website. fully in the investigation and did California law requires online not admit wrongdoing, Lacey said. Former NBA player pleads no contest to felony battery Former National Basketball As part of a plea agreement, Association player Ronald Glen Davis is required to complete 320 Davis pleaded no contest on Dec. 12 hours of community service over to assaulting a man outside a West the next year. He also paid Hollywood nightclub last year, the $104,479 in restitution. Los Angeles County District If Davis completes the communi- Attorney’s Office announced. ty service and does not break any Davis, 33, of Tarzana, entered his other laws, the battery count will be plea to one felony count of battery reduced to a misdemeanor when he with serious bodily injury. On April is scheduled to be sentenced on 8, 2018, Davis threw a victim into a Dec. 15, 2020. The case was inves- wall during an altercation outside of tigated by the Los Angeles County a club in the 600 block of Robertson Sheriff’s Department’s West Boulevard, prosecutors said. Hollywood Station. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 January 2, 2020

New WeHo middle school pushed back again Los Angeles LGBT Center to n New school won’t open in time for open new facility on Jan. 11 upcoming school year

BY CAMERON KISZLA On the heels of its 50th thrive as healthy, equal and com- anniversary, the Los Angeles plete members of society,” Los Last month, Cheryl Hild reth, LGBT Center will open its Angeles LGBT Center CEO superintendent of the Los Angeles newest facility in the Leimert Lorri L. Jean said. “As part of the Unified School District’s Local Park neighborhood of south Los south Los Angeles community, District West, announced in an Angeles on Saturday, Jan. 11, we will be able to expand on our email that plans for the West from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 50-year-plus history of caring for Hollywood-Fairfax Academy have The 5,500-square-foot com- the LGBT community through- been delayed again. munity space, to be known as out Los Angeles.” In November, school district offi- Center South, is located at 2313 All of Center South’s pro- cials said a Board of Education vote W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. grams and services will be pro- that had been scheduled for Dec. 3 and will include HIV testing, vided for free or at low cost to would be held in 2020. Now, that access to PrEP and PEP services, everyone, with a focus on serving photo by Cameron Kiszla housing case management, men- the needs of young gay and vote has been postponed indefinite- On Nov. 22, dozens of protestors pushed back against a plan to put a ly, meaning the proposed new mid- tal health services, a computer bisexual men of color ages 12 to new middle school on the campus of Fairfax High School. dle school will not open in time for lab, drop-in safe space and more. 29. According to the 2017 Los the beginning of the 2020-21 school With grant support from Los Angeles County Annual HIV year as officials had hoped, for the new middle school. where within the school district. Angeles County, Center South Surveillance Report, south Los Hildreth said. Some Laurel community mem- CTC teacher Royce Viso said the earmarks the first expansion into Angeles had the second highest “Over the next few months, we bers were worried that a new mid- program was notified of the delayed the south Los Angeles neighbor- rate of HIV diagnoses in the will be engaging all stakeholders in dle school program on the same vote on the middle school near the hood and long-term commitment county. The rate continues to rise the discussion about strong middle campus would negatively impact end of the day on the last day of to care for LGBT people living among young black and Latino school options, including existing the school’s change to the Laurel classes before the holiday break. throughout the city. Additionally, gay and bisexual men. schools and the potential location of Cinematic Arts and Creative Viso said he was happy the CTC Center South is made possible by Scheduled to speak at the cere- a new program. This engagement Technologies Magnet, which will wouldn’t be moved to make space four local organizations – mony alongside Jean is Los will ensure that all factors – most begin operating in the 2020-21 for another program without a new Bienestar Human Services, Angeles County Department of importantly, our mission to serve school year. home that was “as good or better” Black AIDS Institute, Children’s Public Health Director – the diverse needs of all students – The WHFA also was opposed by than the current site, as the school Hospital Los Angeles, and the Division of HIV and STD are carefully considered before pre- some parents and supporters of two district officials had promised. Wall Las Memorias Project – that Programs Mario J. Pérez. More senting anything to the Board of programs on the Fairfax High “As a teacher in the position I’m have joined forces with the center speakers will be announced soon. Education,” Hildreth said. School campus – the Fairfax Police in, I just like that our program is to address the societal and health Following the ceremony, the The plan for the WHFA – which Academy Magnet and the Career also given some priority. I want to needs of LGBT people of color community is invited to take self- was expected to enroll 125 sixth- and Transition Center – both of feel that we’re not being moved living in south Los Angeles. guided tours of Center South and graders this year and eventually which were expected to be relocat- around to make space for others … “Thanks to our coalition of participate in the daylong cele- instruct 360 middle-schoolers – ed to accommodate the new middle I would like them to work to find a four partners and Los Angeles bration which will include food, encountered pushback from some school. The police magnet was place that is an improvement for us, County, Center South will be a giveaways, a resource fair and stakeholders in the area, including going to be relocated to another then they can do with the space welcoming space for those who entertainment. The event is free. parents at Laurel Span School, facility on campus, but the CTC seek essential services and com- For information or to RSVP, which was a one-time potential site was expected to be moved else- See School page 25 passionate care so that they may visit lalgbtcenter.org/centersouth. 6 January 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press California certifies environmental review in effort to protect residents from wildfires California has a new tool in its wildfires to protect communities certain requirements and regulations efforts to build wildfire resilience and projects that restore natural fire as needed to carry out its directives, and improve long-term forest man- regimes, are part of a suite of including CEQA. agement in the face of climate actions Newsom called for within By expediting the process, these change. days of assuming office last year. emergency projects are on track to The California Board of Other priority actions include finish in less than one year, rather Forestry and Fire Protection has hardening homes and improving than a typical pace of three to five certified a new program that will communities’ preparation to sur- years. In November, two of these photo © Grant Mudford/courtesy of the Paley Center for Media help minimize wildland fire risk vive wildfire. emergency fuel breaks were used to across the state while ensuring the The CalVTP reflects more than a protect Santa Barbara residents dur- highest level of environmental decade of careful work to analyze ing the wind-driven Cave Fire, Paley Center moving out of oversight. potential environmental impacts resulting in no lives or structures The California Vegetation associated with different types of lost. Treatment Program will create effi- vegetation management, consistent As part of the long-term solution, Beverly Hills location ciencies within the regulatory with the California Environmental CAL FIRE developed the CalVTP process to scale up fuel treatment Quality Act. to enable projects to move forward The Paley Center for Media creative teams of ‘Modern and forest restoration projects This programmatic analysis will efficiently while maintaining and will move out of its space in Family,’ ‘Outlander,’ ‘Schitt’s toward meeting the state’s goal of reduce redundancies in each pro- protecting California’s diverse veg- Beverly Hills later this year, the Creek’ and ‘A Special Evening treating 500,000 acres of non-fed- ject’s environmental review by etation and habitats. organization confirmed in a state- with Dolly Parton & Dolly eral lands annually. allowing project sponsors to build The program will help CAL ment last month. Parton’s Heartstrings.’ The full “I commend the Board of upon verified environmental analy- FIRE, and other public agencies “The Paley Center for Media is schedule will be released on Jan. Forestry and Fire Protection for sis contained in the CalVTP as they comply with CEQA while deliver- thriving in L.A., and while our 14, 2020. working with the environmental begin their site-specific study for ing projects more quickly and lease in Beverly Hills is ending, “In the coming years we will community, state regulators and their individual projects. affordably on over 20 million acres our commitment to presenting continue to offer the public public safety officials to develop a Earlier this year, citing extreme of land that is the responsibility of entertaining and educational pro- ongoing programs that explore long-term solution to increase the peril posed by megafires, the state. grams in Los Angeles is stronger media’s impact on our society pace and scale of critical vegeta- Newsom declared a state of emer- To further achieve wildfire than ever,” the statement said. and culture, and on the industry tion treatment in a way that safely gency to fast-track 35 critical for- resilience in California, the state “To that end, we are excited to side, we will continue to gather and responsibly protects our envi- est management projects to pro- continues to work with federal part- share that we will be hosting a the esteemed Paley Media ronment,” Gov. Gavin Newsom tect more than 200 of California’s ners, including the U.S. Forest wide array of ongoing programs Council to hear from some of said. highest-risk communities and Service. The federal government and events at the Beverly the most renowned leaders in “The scale of the wildfire crisis redirected National Guard mem- owns nearly 58% of California’s Wilshire, DGA and the Dolby media. Our iconic tentpole in California is unprecedented, and bers from the border to undertake forestlands. The state owns 3%, Theatre, and as in prior years, we events, PaleyFest LA and The we need a response to match the fire prevention activities through- while 40% is privately held. will announce our initial slates of Paley Honors, will continue to scale and severity of this chal- out the state. While the CalVTP is a critical programs in January. be held at the Dolby Theatre and lenge,” Newsom added. To ensure necessary work could tool to responsibly scale up vegeta- “We were so thrilled to the Beverly Wilshire, respec- Improved vegetation treatments, get underway immediately, the tion treatment on state- and private- announce the first selections for tively.” including fuel breaks that slow emergency proclamation suspended ly-owned land, efforts must simul- the 37th Annual PaleyFest LA … The Paley Center for Media is taneously scale up on federal land, which will once again take place located at 465 N. Beverly Drive. Newsom said. at the Dolby Theatre March 13- For information, visit paley- For information, visit gov.ca.gov. Notable quotes 22, and includes the casts and center.org.

California’s oldest weekly newspaper, The Mountain Messenger, which was founded in 1853, may soon stop the presses unless someone takes over – and quick, as reported in the Los Angeles Times on 12/29/19. The venerable newspaper once had Mark Twain as a staff writer, under his real name, Samuel Clemons. To paraphrase a quote from the author: You Are Cordially Invited to Attend the

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Tuesday, January 7, 2020 The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts

7:00 PM 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills (source: “Bartlett’s Familiar Quotations”) Box office Opens 5:00 PM / Doors Open 6:30 PM The City’s Community Sing-Alongs are part of the Mayor’s initiative to promote arts and culture in Beverly Hills. Join Tickets are free; RSVP is required. us for a fun night of American country music! Light refreshments to follow sing-along. For ticketing www.thewallis.org or call 310-746-4000 Complimentary Parking available at 450 N. Crescent Drive.

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Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Beverly Hills will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please call 310-746-4000 (voice) or (310) 285-6881 (TTY). Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 January 2, 2020 CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD Report highlights growth in Los Angeles County PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Last month, Los Angeles County ($36.6 billion, 6.7% increase), and Assessor Jeffrey Prang released Santa Clarita ($30.7 billion, 7.8% NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood “The 2019 Annual Report,” reflect- increase). Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to con- ing strong economic growth and a The top three fastest percentage sider the following item: record-setting increase in the growth cities in the county in 2019 assessed value of all taxable real were Inglewood at 25.7% growth, LOCATIONS: 7617 SANTA MONICA BLVD, property and business personal Vernon at 13.2% and West property countywide. The report Hollywood at 11.6%. The growth is West Hollywood, California includes an updated ranking of the attributed to a strong real estate county’s 88 cities, including the market and increasing demand for REQUEST: Applicant is requesting to demol- highest-valued cities and those with new multi-family residential prop- ish an existing car wash in order the highest percentage change from erties. to construct a new, four-story, the prior year. Prang also reminded residents “‘The 2019 Annual Report’ helps that the average growth does not mixed-use building with 9,240 the public easily access information mean property owners will be sub- square-feet of commercial space about the Office of the Assessor, ject to a corresponding increase on and 71 residential units (eleven including how property values in their annual property tax bills. affordable) with at-grade parking each area of the county changed Nearly nine out of 10 property own- and two levels of subterranean during the last year,” Prang said. Assessor Jeff Prang ers will see only the modest 2% “The diligent work of Assessor adjustment prescribed by parking. staff serves as the foundation of the values in Los Angeles County rep- Proposition 13. property tax system, which gener- resents the ninth consecutive year Among the benchmarks set by PERMIT(S): Demolition Permit, Development ates nearly $17 billion in revenues of growth,” Prang said. The net the 2019 roll is the total amount of Permit, Parking Use Permit, Sub- relied upon for vital public ser- assessed value is nearing $1.7 tril- $620 million in tax savings for division Permit, and any other re- vices.” lion, $94.41 billion greater than in seniors, veterans and charitable The 2019 Assessment Roll pro- 2018. Our robust economy has organizations. Additionally, own- quired permits. vides a comprehensive view of the experienced a steady growth since ers of 1,328 properties that were strength of the Los Angeles County 2011.” severely damaged or destroyed by APPLICANT(S): LaTerra Development, LLC real estate market. It reveals that in The top five highest-valued cities last year’s Woolsey fire have the last year, every city in Los for 2019 are the city of Los received tax relief totaling $684.8 TIME/PLACE Thursday, January 16, 2020 Angeles County recorded an Angeles, with an assessed valuation million in property value, allowing increase in assessed valuation com- of $652.9 billion (6.8% increase), them to rebuild their homes and OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. pared to 2018. Long Beach ($60.2 billion, 5.5% their lives. West Hollywood Park Public “I am pleased to report that the increase), Santa Monica ($39.5 bil- For information, visit Meeting Room – Council Cham- 6.25% increase in assessed property lion, 5.5% increase), Beverly Hills assessor.lacounty.gov. bers 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard West Hollywood, CA 90069 Gov. Newsom announces quarterly column ZONES: CC1 (Commercial, Community 1) to appear in diverse newspapers, websites ENVIRONMENTAL Last month, Gov. Gavin about the sector’s role and to forge STATUS: Sustainable Communities Envi- Newsom announced a media col- a multiethnic media advocacy ronmental Assessment (SCEA) laboration with California Black voice,” said Sandy Close, who Media, Ethnic Media Services, directs Ethnic Media Services, a ImpreMedia, Univision, and nonprofit media consulting organi- The staff report will be available on Thursday, January LGBTQ outlets Bay Area Reporter zation. and the Los Angeles Blade to con- Regina Brown Wilson, director 9, 2020 at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the tribute an original quarterly column of California Black Media, says the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on-line on timely public policy issues column “couldn’t come at a more at www.weho.org impacting Californians across the critical time.” state. “In this information era domi- IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be lim- The quarterly column, called nated by high-tech platforms, “On the Record with Gavin Governor Newsom is sending an ited to raising only those issues you or someone else Newsom,” will be translated into at important signal that government raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, or least six languages and distributed needs high touch communicators in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hol- quarterly. embedded in and trusted by their lywood Planning Commission, via the Planning & Devel- Each column will be posted for local communities,” Wilson opment Services Department at, or prior to, the Public public access on the governor’s added. website and published online or in Gabriel Lerner, veteran editor of Hearing. print in the over 50 participating ImpreMedia’s La Opinion, under- media outlets. Other media outlets scored the need for consistent out- To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of are welcome to pull the column reach by the governor as an antidote 1990, Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) will be available from the governor’s website to pub- to the growing fear and distrust of for checkout at the meeting. If you require special as- lish in their outlet. government among immigrant “California is proud to be the audiences in the wake of Trump sistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for most diverse state in the world’s administration anti-immigrant mea- the hearing impaired), you must call, or submit your re- most diverse democracy,” Newsom sures. photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons quest in writing to the Office of the City Clerk at (323) said. “All Californians deserve to “Every new announcement from Gov. Gavin Newsom 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The know that their government is the White House creates a relentless City TDD line for the hearing impaired is (323) 848-6496. working for them, especially in campaign of terror. The column is who directs the Hoopa reservation- rural and inland communities that one small but important counter- based KIDE radio in northern have long felt that they do not truly voice that all immigrants need to Eureka, says the isolation and diver- Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., trans- have a voice in Sacramento. We hear,” Lerner said. sity of tribal lands makes communi- portation) may be provided upon written request to the look forward to collaborating with “Establishing a direct and con- cations an even greater challenge. He Office of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the our media partners – and inviting sistent way of communication hopes the column represents an meeting. For information on public transportation, call others who might be interested in with the people of California is effort to make communication two- partnering – to bring our ‘California essential to have an informed, way. 1-323-GO-METRO (323/466-3876) or go to for All’ message to communities engaged and prosperous commu- “We want to tell our story as www.metro.net across our state.” nity,” said Marco Flores, vice well,” said Orozco. This announcement builds on president of news for Univision “The Bay Area Reporter looks ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said Newsom’s commitment to working Los Angeles. forward to the quarterly columns by Public Hearing to express their opinion in this matter. with community, ethnic and diverse Francis Espiritu, longtime pub- Gov. Gavin Newsom. As one of the media outlets. Throughout his first lisher of Philippine News Today, a oldest LGBT newspapers in the year in office, the governor and his national Filipino news outlet head- country, we think our readers will For further information contact Adrian Gallo, Associate senior staff have participated in quartered in the Bay Area, was one enjoy learning about issues the gov- Planner in the Planning & Development Services De- several telebriefing media calls and of numerous Asian media leaders ernor writes about,” said Cynthia partment at (323) 848-6475; or via email at: meetings on a host of issues ranging who joined the collaborative effort. Laird, news editor with the Bay [email protected] from the death penalty to public He says he is eager to run the col- Area Reporter. “California is in a charge to the 2020 Census. umn to inform audiences about the state of constant change, and we “The idea for the column grew governor’s policy objectives and to believe our readers will be interest- Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk out of a two-year effort by repre- reassure them that “the state has our ed to hear directly from San sentatives of black, Latino, Asian back.” Francisco’s former mayor through Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении проекта. Для and Native media to educate state Native media are also a key part his columns on how he plans to дополнительной информации на русском языке legislators and decision makers of the collaboration. Joe Orozco, address myriad issues statewide.” звоните: 323-848-6826. 8 January 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Metro announces closures for Metro plans to resume piling soon in Beverly Hills

Piling work is expected to work on Regional Connector resume along Wilshire Boulevard in Beverly Hills on Jan. 13 follow- Metro has announced upcom- last for approximately eight ing a holiday moratorium on sub- ing street closures as part of the months. Access to adjacent busi- way construction between Beverly Regional Connector Street nesses will be maintained. and Crescent drives. Restoration project near the During the weekend closures, Crews will begin reconfiguring Little Tokyo/Arts District Station crews will remove temporary Wilshire Boulevard today, Jan. 2, beginning on Saturday, Jan. 10. deck panels, backfill and repave and will conduct preliminary work Traffic impacts in the area are the roadway. Drivers are encour- through Jan. 13. The work includes expected to last through Aug. 31. aged to plan ahead and allow for replacing permanent street lights A full westbound street clo- extra time when commuting into and traffic signals with temporary sure along First Street from the Little Tokyo/Arts District lights and signals, installing K-rails Vignes to Alameda streets will area. and restriping Wilshire Boulevard begin on Jan. 10 and remain The Regional Connector to two lanes in each direction. through May 1. Nine weekend Transit Project is a 1.9-mile Barriers and lighting will be closures of the intersection of underground light-rail extension installed along sidewalks in the First and Alameda streets will that will connect the Blue, Expo area to protect pedestrians and pro- also occur from 7 p.m. on and Gold lines in downtown Los mote public safety. Fridays to 5 a.m. on Mondays on Angeles and will include three Piling operations will resume on the weekends of Jan. 10, 17, 24 new stations at First street and the north side of Wilshire and 31; Feb. 7, 14 and 21; May Central Avenue, Second Street Boulevard from Beverly to 1; and Aug. 28. Additional street and Broadway, and Second Place Crescent drives. The work will photo courtesy of Metro closures along First Street from and Hope Street. The rail line is require lane closures on Wilshire Streets are being reconfigured in Beverly Hills in advance of piling, Central Avenue to Alameda expected to serve 88,000 riders Boulevard and adjacent streets, which is expected to begin on Jan. 13. Street will occur from May 4 daily – including 17,000 new rid- with two lanes maintained east- through Aug. 31. ers – and save commuters up to bound and westbound on Wilshire The street closures are needed 20 minutes by reducing the need Boulevard during daylight hours impacts during pile installation. intermittent lane closure may be as construction crews begin to transfer in downtown Los and one lane maintained in both Work is also occurring at the necessary along Wilshire removing temporary deck panels Angeles. The project is expected directions during weeknights. Wilshire/La Cienega subway sta- Boulevard between San Vicente at the intersection of First and to be complete in 2022. Vehicles will not be permitted to tion at the eastern edge of Beverly and Boulevard and Western Alameda streets. The street For information, visit make left turns onto westbound Hills, where concrete and rebar Avenue for instrumentation, envi- restoration work is anticipated to metro.net/regionalconnector. Wilshire Boulevard at Reeves and deliveries are ongoing. Station ronmental testing and street main- Beverly drives. Left turn lanes will construction continues 24-hours in tenance. also be removed on eastbound the staging yards at Wilshire/La Near Wilshire/La Brea and Wilshire Boulevard at Crescent Cienega and Wilshire/Gale. Gale Wilshire/Sycamore, hauling, deliv- Drive. Drive will be intermittently closed eries and tunneling support contin- Piling is scheduled to continue at Wilshire Boulevard to support ues. Intermittent lane closures may through July, with 260 steel beams construction activities in the stag- be necessary for instrumentation, being inserted into the ground during yard. Access to North Gale environmental testing and street ing the coming months. The beams Drive will be maintained from San maintenance on Wilshire will create a perimeter around a Vicente Boulevard. Work hours Boulevard and side streets between future subway station and crews outside the staging yards are 6 a.m. Highland Avenue and Detroit will begin excavation once the to 6 p.m., Monday through Street. piles are in place. Saturday. Work also continues at a work Piles will be installed across Upcoming Purple Line zone in the center of Wilshire Beverly Drive on weekends and Extension work may also impact Boulevard near Rimpau will require lane closures at the traffic along many portions of the Boulevard. Wilshire Boulevard has intersection of Wilshire Boulevard Miracle Mile. Tunnel investigation been reduced to two lanes in each and Beverly Drive. In March, the work is occurring at Wilshire/La direction between June Street and piling work will shift to the south Jolla. One or two lanes may be Muirfield Road. side of Wilshire Boulevard. The closed along Wilshire Boulevard Tunneling support and street work will occur seven days a week between San Diego Way and San maintenance continues near from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., with non- Vicente Boulevard. Wilshire/Western. Northbound drilling activities from 9 p.m. to 11 At the future subway station Manhattan Place will be closed photo courtesy of Metro p.m. near Wilshire/Fairfax, hauling and intermittently just north of Work is progressing on Metro’s Regional Connector. The project is Utility potholing, relocation and concrete pouring continues. Ogden Wilshire Boulevard, Monday to Drive will be closed 24-hours at Friday, from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., and anticipated to be complete in 2022. replacement is also occurring along Wilshire Boulevard in Wilshire Boulevard, and Orange Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 11 Beverly Hills. Sewer and water Grove Avenue will be closed p.m. Intermittent single lane clo- lines and storm drains rare being between Wilshire Boulevard and sures may also be in place on relocated. Lane closures may be Eighth Street through June 2020. Wilshire Boulevard between Federal bills passed to help required on Beverly, Reeves, Intermittent lane closures may also Western Avenue and Manhattan Canon and Crescent drives, as well be in place to support deck panel Place, Monday through Friday, 9 as in the alleys north of Wilshire maintenance and soil investigation a.m. to 3:30 p.m. protect against wildfires Boulevard. Instruments are also in the Wilshire/Fairfax station area. For questions and concerns, call being installed along the subway Anticipated work hours are 9 a.m. the 24-hour project hotline at Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D- The new laws also instruct the route and around the station box to 3:30 p.m., and 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., (213)922-6934, email the project Calif.) recently helped pass legis- federal government to promote area to monitor ground movement, Monday through Friday. team at [email protected], lation and secure funding for forest health on federal, state and settlement and other geological Metro has also announced that or visit metro.net. California wildfire protection. private land, and continues pro- “Driven by climate change, grams that remove dead or dying wildfires are bigger and more trees close to homes and infra- deadly than at any time in recent structure. It also encourages new history. In 2018 alone, 100 markets for wood products to help Californians were killed and fund dead tree removal. 15,000 houses destroyed,” Congress also extended disaster Feinstein said. “If we’re going to tax relief legislation passed after keep Californians safe, we need to the 2017 wildfires and hurricanes increase our fire suppression and to cover 2018 and 2019 natural prevention efforts. That’s exactly disasters. It allows victims to what the priorities in these fund- deduct damages caused by the dis- ing bills do, and I’m proud we asters, makes it easier for people were able to include them. I’m to access their retirement funds to also pleased that our budget fix recover from disasters and pro- will take effect this year and allow vides an employee retention tax the U.S. Forest Service to use credit for companies that paid funds we’ve secured to complete employees while their businesses long-planned fire prevention pro- were inoperable. jects. The legislation also includes Key provisions include $5.6 bil- additional low income housing tax lion to fight wildfires, a $1.6 bil- credit funding providing a tax lion increase over last year. The incentive to construct affordable legislation also requires the feder- rental housing in communities al government to prioritize pro- recovering from wildfires. jects in national forests facing sig- For information, visit nificant tree mortality. feinstein.senate.gov. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 January 2, 2020 State grants continue revitalization of L.A. River Assemblyman helps families The stet of California has pro- and Ferraro Fields. River holds the story of our city’s vided $3.55 million in grants to The second grant will bring $1.35 beginning, and it’s on us to make the help improve pedestrian, cyclist million from the California Wildlife next chapter a brighter one. For with holiday toy drive and equestrian access to the L.A. Conservation Board to the Council years, we’ve been working with River and support wildlife habitat. for Watershed Health to support community leaders, environmental “The L.A. River is central to our wildlife habitat along 4.5 miles of groups and residents to restore our city’s history, and our investments the river. The grant will also fund a river, expand public access and now will ensure that it’s a natural new proposal for infrastructure improve its ecological function. This treasure far in the future,” said Los improvements that will help new path brings us closer to a con- Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti. increase fish populations and foster tinuous bike path along the L.A. “These grants will allow us to a more diverse ecosystem in the River, as well as provides new con- restore river habitat, give river channel. nections to countless Angelenos.” Angelenos better access to the out- Garcetti has led the city’s efforts “This is another step towards cre- doors, add new places to walk and to revitalize the L.A. River by trans- ating greater connectivity along the bike and advance our vision of sus- forming it from a concrete flood Los Angeles River and restoring the tainability in the heart of our city.” channel into a natural space with wildlife habitat at the city’s urban Garcetti led a group of local and more parks, bike paths and open core,” added Los Angeles City state partners to compete for two space for recreational use. It Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, 13th separate grants to improve the includes building new bridges to District. “I introduced a motion in river. The first award secures $2.2 connect communities, including the council earlier this year to start the million from the California Natural Sixth Street Viaduct replacement, process to apply for this grant fund- Resources Agency to the Los the North Atwater Multimodal ing, and I appreciate the river stew- photo courtesy of Assemblyman Miguel Santiago’s office Angeles Bureau of Engineering for Bridge and the Red Car Pedestrian ardship of the Bureau of California Assemblyman Miguel Santiago (D-Los Angeles) a 2.2-mile path along the North Bridge. Engineering for its work on several recently hosted a free holiday toy giveaway benefiting families in Atwater East Bank Riverway “Our River Revitalization Master projects that will better serve the need. Santiago and his staff helped give back to the community by between Los Feliz Boulevard and Plan gave us a grand vision for our area. I look forward to the continued ensuring children had new toys for Christmas. The giveaway was the 134 Freeway. The project will L.A. River, and these funds will help partnership with our local stakehold- made possible through partnerships with Children’s Hospital Los be part of a 6-mile loop linking us turn it into reality,” said Los ers as we collaborate to improve this Angeles, the California Highway Patrol, Charter Communications, pedestrians, cyclists and equestri- Angeles City Councilman David existing service road into a green- Coca-Cola, Mattel, Lyft, Southwest Airlines and Uber. For informa- ans with jobs, local parks and tran- Ryu, 4th District. “The Los Angeles way along the east bank.” tion, visit a53.asmdc.org. sit stops. The pathways will be connected to the North Atwater Multi-Modal Bridge, bridges over the Verdugo Wash to be constructed in the future and the banks of the river between the Glendale Riverwalk

photo by Edwin Folven The restoration of the Los Angeles River will benefit from grants recently awarded to the city. Governor appoints local leader to board Gov. Gavin Newsom has appointed John Sovec, 58, to the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Sovec has been a clinical consultant and trainer for Los Angeles Shanti since 1988 and for the Life Group Los Angeles since 2005. He has been a licensed marriage and family therapist in private practice since 2008 and adjunct faculty of postmodern studies at Phillips Graduate Institute since 2012. Sovec is a member of the Lesbian and Gay Psychotherapy Association, California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, the Life Group Los Angeles advisory board, Mountain AIDS Foundation advisory board and the Red Ribbon Foundation advisory board. The position requires Senate confirmation and the compensation is $100 per diem. 10 January 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Grant helps L.A. Regional Food Bank fight hunger Prolific composer Herman The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank has received a $25,000 grant from the Darden Foundation to remembered in Hollywood help provide hunger relief to Los Angeles County families. “One in five people in Los Angeles County struggles with food insecurity and unfortunately, we have more food-insecure children than any other county in the United States,” said Los Angeles Regional Food Bank President and CEO Michael Flood. “This grant from the Darden Foundation will make a meaningful difference in the lives of people who may otherwise go hungry.”

The Los Angeles Regional Food photo courtesy of the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank Bank, a member of the Feeding The Los Angeles Regoinal Food Bank provides meals to approximately America network, is one of 193 food banks to receive the grants. 300,000 people monthly. The money will be used to support operations such as sourcing, acquir- individuals receive food every Yard House and LongHorn ing and redistributing more than 1 month, Flood said. Steakhouse restaurants partner with million pounds of food per week. The Darden Foundation is com- the Los Angeles Regional Food Because of community support and mitted to supporting families facing Bank as part of the Darden restau- financial contributions from orga- food insecurity in communities rant organization. photo courtesy of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce nizations like the Darden throughout the United States. In For information, visit lafood- Flowers were placed on Dec. 27 at the Hollywood Walk of Fame Foundation, more than 300,000 Los Angeles County, Olive Garden, bank.org. star of Jerry Herman, who died on Dec. 26 at the age of 88. Herman was a composer and lyricist known for Broadway hits including “Hello, Dolly!,” “Mame” and “La Cage aux Folles.” He was a five- time Tony Award-nominee and won twice for “Hello, Dolly!” and New leader announced for local VA Healthcare System “La Cage aux Folles.” The composer received a Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2009. The U.S. Department of Veterans director for the Office of Care in the United States Army for more Herman, who grew up in New Jersey, learned to play piano when Affairs has announced the appoint- Centers and Clinics in the than 28 years. As an officer, he was he was a child and frequently attended Broadway shows as a youth. ment of Robert McKenrick as the Community for the VA Greater Los given special assignments and over- While playing in a jazz club in New York City in 1957, Herman was new executive director of communi- Angeles Healthcare System and as saw regional and national operations. asked to write music for a show to serve as a replacement for a dif- ty engagement and reintegration ser- director and deputy director of the McKenrick will oversee health ferent musical. He created “Nightcap,” which opened the following vices for the VA Greater Los Angeles Transportation Security care provided to veterans through the year and ran for two years. He later wrote scores for numerous musi- Healthcare System. Administration. He has a diverse Community Engagement and cals, films and television shows and continued working into his 80s. McKenrick has nine years of background that includes financial, Reintegration Service, and will help He recently wrote an episode for the “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” multi-agency leadership experience. administrative and management develop a master plan. He will begin in 2018. Herman received a Walk of Fame star in 1994 in the Live He previously served as executive assignments. McKenrick also served his appointment on Jan. 19. Performance category at 7095 Hollywood Blvd. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 January 2, 2020 Thousands expected at Women’s March L.A.

The Women’s March Foundation elected to Congress and have million women and allies marching has announced that the fourth annu- worked in many areas from the throughout the world. al “Women’s March LA: Women economy to foreign policy and gov- Approximately 750,000 of those Rising” will be held on Saturday, ernment accountability. The calling for gender justice and equal- Jan. 18, in downtown Los Angeles. Women’s March L.A. will cele- ity marched in Los Angeles. The “In 2020, women will rise to brate the female leaders and their Women’s March Foundation was power and demand justice for peo- accomplishments, and raise aware- founded during that initial event ple of all genders, ages, races, cul- ness about the work being done by and has organized a march for tures, political affiliations, disabili- community organizations in regis- women’s rights in Los Angeles ties and backgrounds,” said tering and educating voters, mobi- every year since, with over 1.8 mil- Emiliana Guereca, president of the lizing communities, equipping lion marchers participating. Women’s March Foundation. youth for civic engagement and The Women’s March L.A. is an “Following the 2016 election, empowering women to run for inclusive, nonpartisan march, and women took to the streets in his- office. everyone is welcome. Speakers and toric numbers to make their voices The Women’s March on Jan. 21, the march route will be released photo by Luke Harold heard. Now, this election year, we 2017, was the largest single-day soon. For information, visit wom- Demonstrators at the Women’s March L.A. last January took a stand on will once again raise our voices at protest in U.S. history, with over 7 ensmarchfoundation.org. equality and human rights. the fourth annual ‘Women’s March LA: Women Rising’ to demand that the United States’ next president have a clear agenda to advance women’s rights.” The march is anticipated to include artists, activists and community leaders. The goal is to create unity in understanding that women’s rights are human rights, and vice versa, Guereca said. In the 2018 midterm election, a record-breaking 103 women were Candidate lists published for upcoming primary election Secretary of State Alex Padilla published the certified lists of candidates on Dec. 26 who will appear on March 3 Presidential Primary Election ballots. The official lists, with ballot desig- nations for each candidate can be viewed by visiting elections.cdn.sos.ca.gov. Padilla also announced key dates in the upcoming elections. The first ballots for the March 3 Presidential Primary Election will be sent to California’s military and overseas voters as early as Jan. 3. Counties begin mailing vote-by-mail ballots on Feb. 3. The last day to request a vote- by-mail ballot via the mail is Feb. 25. Californians who are registered to vote with no party preference may request an American Independent Party, Democratic Party or Libertarian Party presidential primary ballot through a process known as “crossover voting.” If a no party preference voter does not request a crossover ballot, they will receive a primary election ballot without any presidential candidates listed. No party preference voters who vote in person may request a crossover ballot from their party at their polling place. No party preference voters who vote by mail will receive a postcard from county elections officials in advance, allowing them to select an American Independent Party, Democratic Party or Libertarian Party ballot. A no party preference voter may select which party’s ballot they would like to use and return the postcard by mail. The postcards will be sent in advance of vote-by-mail ballots. Voters registered with a political party can only vote for that party’s presidential candidates in a primary election. Those voters must re-regis- ter if they wish to vote in another party’s presidential primary election. For information, visit sos.ca.gov. 12 January 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press WeHo shines light on Santa Monica Boulevard After receiving positive commu- John D’Amico said. “Every night, withstand the elements. They are nity feedback for a temporary street they will light up West engineered to meet the weight and lantern installation on Santa Hollywood’s ‘Rainbow District’ to wind-load requirements of the Monica Boulevard for the 2019 be sure. But, more importantly, existing light poles to which they L.A. Pride festival, the city of West they illuminate, with tremendous are attached and are compliant with Hollywood has installed perma- pride, our city’s lesbian, gay, bisex- fire safety regulations. nent, year-round decorative LED ual and transgender community, Illumination for the globes will lanterns above Santa Monica heritage and history.” rotate in rainbow colors in celebra- Boulevard between Robertson The lanterns are programmable tion of the neighborhood’s LGBT Boulevard and Hancock Avenue. as individual lighting or strands of community and bars, restaurants The colorful globe lanterns are lights, which will enable the city to and businesses. The “Rainbow intended to provide a welcoming recognize national events or cele- District” along and around Santa atmosphere in the city’s LGBT brations that traditionally use signa- Monica Boulevard near San “Rainbow District.” ture colors. All lanterns have UV Vicente Boulevard has been a thriv- “The new festive lights on Santa protection to prolong the life and ing hub of LGBT community for Monica Boulevard are bright, ensure clarity of the shield around decades. photo courtesy of the city of West Hollywood happy and colorful, and arrived just the fixtures. Additionally, the For information, call (323)848- Decorative lanterns have been installed along Santa Monica Boulevard in time for a new year and a new lanterns feature easily replaceable 6361, or email [email protected]. between Robertson Boulevard and Hancock Avenue in West Hollywood. decade,” West Hollywood Mayor fixtures and are custom-made to

photo by Jon Viscott Scheduling changes will improve West Hollywood’s Cityline service in the new year. WeHo expands schedule for Cityline shuttle service The city of West Hollywood muter service. To accommodate has announced schedule changes schedule changes, Cityline will taking effect today, Jan. 2, to the discontinue late-night “Short free Cityline transportation sys- Line” service, which ran until 1 tem. a.m. on Saturdays. Cityline Commuter routes will Cityline Local routes, which offer new, later-running weekday offer a quick and easy way to get and Saturday service to around West Hollywood mid- Hollywood and Highland for day, will also experience minor connections with Metro’s Red adjustments to arrival and depar- Line subway service. Cityline ture times. Commuter will run until 8 p.m., For schedule information, Monday through Saturday, offer- including a Cityline route map, ing more frequent arrivals. There call (800)447-2189, or visit will also be minor adjustments to weho.org/cityline. Real-time arrival and departure times for arrival information is also avail- the morning and evening com- able via the “Next Bus” app. WeHo seeks clothing donations The city of West Hollywood is cards, preferably in $5 denomina- holding its eighth annual clothing tions, can be left with staff members drive for the Los Angeles LGBT in the city’s Strategic Initiatives Center’s Youth Services program in Division at City Hall. Donors are January. asked to write the dollar value on Many young LGBT people at the the gift cards, Validated parking for center do not have warm winter West Hollywood City Hall is avail- clothing and professional apparel able in the automated parking for job interviews and employment. garage behind City Hall, on The center is in greatest need of Sweetzer Avenue south of Santa jackets, coats and ponchos; hoodies; Monica Boulevard. There is also a sweat shirts and pants; new pack- loading area available for quick ages of socks and underwear; new drop-offs. travel-sized hygiene items (tooth- The Los Angeles LGBT Center’s paste, toothbrushes, shampoo, soap, Youth Center supports the needs of feminine products, shaving items, LGBT young people by connecting etc.); and snack bars (granola). them with health, mental health and Dress pants, shirts, suits, belts, ties housing services, education and and blazers are particularly needed. employment opportunities. For infor- Donations are requested of clothing mation, visit lalgbtcenter.org/social- in all sizes. service-and-housing/youth. The city of West Hollywood will West Hollywood’s Homeless accept items from Monday, Jan. 13, Initiative empowers community through Tuesday, Jan. 21, in collec- members to engage and support tion bins in the City Hall courtyard, solutions. For information, visit 8300 Santa Monica Blvd. Gift weho.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 13 January 2, 2020 O’Farrell pitches in to help Commission to guide creation of state health system Gov. Gavin Newsom recently eral marketplace. office, the governor and Legislature announced the launch of the “California leads the nation in have worked to bring California families that are homeless Healthy California for All enacting progressive health care closer to universal health care by Commission and appointed health reforms – taking big steps toward expanding coverage, increasing experts in business, philanthropy, universal coverage and passing first Covered California subsidies for academia and labor to serve on the in the nation measures to make middle-income Californians and new board. health care more affordable for addressing rising prescription drug The commission will develop a families,” Newsom said. “As our prices. The 2019-20 state budget plan for advancing progress toward march toward universal coverage invests $1.45 billion over three achieving a health care delivery continues, I am calling on the years to increase Covered system for California that provides brightest minds from [the] public California health insurance premi- coverage and access through a uni- and private sectors to serve in the um support for low-income resi- fied financing system, including Healthy California for All dents – and provides premium sup- but not limited to a single payer Commission to improve the health port for the first time to qualified financing system. The commission of our state.” middle-income individuals earning will prepare an initial report to the The commission has 13 voting up to $72,000, and families of four governor and Legislature by July, members including California earning up to $150,000. The sup- with a final report expected in Health and Human Services port is partially funded by restora- February 2021. The first meeting Agency Secretary Mark Ghaly, tion of an enforceable individual will take place on Jan. 27 in eight gubernatorial appointees and mandate. It expands Medi-Cal cov- Sacramento. four legislative appointees. There erage to all income-eligible undoc- The announcement was made on are also five non-voting members. umented young adults ages 19-25 Dec. 18, the same day as Covered “We believe that every and includes an increase of $1 bil- California, the state’s publicly run Californian should have a right to lion, using Prop 56 funding, to sup- insurance exchange, announced affordable health care regardless of port increased rates to Medi-Cal that a total of 230,000 new con- wealth, zip code, race, disability or providers, expanded family plan- sumers have selected a plan during gender. Yet, despite many gains in ning services and value-based pay- open enrollment. The figure repre- coverage, nearly 3 million ments that encourage more effec- sents a 16% increase over the same Californians lack health care and tive treatment of patients with time last year. Additionally, more high costs burden too many fami- chronic conditions. than 1.15 million existing con- lies,” said Ghaly, who will serve as For information, visit gov.ca.gov. sumers have had their plans chair of the commission. “The role renewed for the upcoming year. of the Healthy California for All California’s individual market con- Commission will be to provide pol- WHEN ARE YOU sistently ranks among the healthiest icy recommendations that will set in the nation, helping unsubsidized us on the path toward high-quality, GOING TO DO photo courtesy of the 13th District council office consumers save about $1,550 annu- affordable universal coverage for Los Angeles City Councilman helped distribute holidays gifts to ally in 2018 on their premiums all.” YOUR ESTATE children from the School on Wheels program on Dec. 28 at the LA compared to consumers in the fed- Throughout his first year in Live Outdoor Skating Rink. O’Farrell was joined by Olympic figure PLANNING? skater Tai Babilonia and Los Angeles Police Department Chief Michel Moore at the event, which included free skating and lessons. he consequences of not doing any The Los Angeles Police Department’s Resource Enhancement Testate planning are too numerous to Services Enforcement Team supports School on Wheels, a nonprofit Schiff applauds recently-approved list here, but a few issues are worth men- that provides services to children experiencing homelessness. The tioning. If your minor children become event also included skating demonstrations by Babilonia and the Los orphans, or if you become incapacitated Angeles Police Department ice hockey team. For information, visit Congressional funding priorities and cannot take care of yourself, with- schoolonwheels.org. out written instructions from you the U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff (D- verse beyond it, and to make life bet- Courts will decide who will be in Burbank) recently applauded the ter and safer for all who inhabit it,” charge. The Court’s choice of guardian passage of an appropriations bill Schiff said. or conservator may not be yours. Program helps city find homes with funding for space exploration, Highlights of the appropriations Additionally, the Court proceedings and vaccine awareness, housing afford- bill include funding for other Schiff administration of these procedures can ability and gun violence research priorities. They include increasing be time consuming and cost prohibitive. for ‘long-stay’ shelter dogs and prevention. funding for rental assistance pro- Perhaps more importantly, the drain on “The homelessness crisis is affect- grams that expand access to afford- finances as well as the physical and Los Angeles Animal Services is rewarding, for both the foster and ing cities across the nation, and I am able housing by more than $2 bil- emotional toll these procedures can partnering with the Best Friends the dog.” very pleased that the funding bill lion, including funding to increase place on a family is incalculable.

Animal Society for “Five to Fostering can help shelter dogs includes an additional $2 billion dol- affordable housing for homeless vet- In the event of your death or incapaci- Thrive,” a program launching in in several ways, according to lars for rental assistance programs,” erans and people with AIDS. The January asking the public to take Jennifer Pimentel, executive direc- Schiff said. “The administration’s funds will also provide resources for ty, failure to have established even min- home a long-stay pet for five days tor of Best Friends Animal Society proposed cuts to programs meant to the Europa Clipper Mission, which imal estate planning could mean your or longer. in Los Angeles. help the homeless would have fur- will launch a spacecraft into the orbit hard earned money will be spent for While many dogs available for “It gives dogs a chance to enjoy ther exacerbated the problem and we of Jupiter’s moon Europa, plus $38 administrative costs, as well as legal and adoption at Los Angeles Animal time outside of a shelter and fosters not only resisted such punitive cuts, million for “Icy Satellites Surface court fees. For instance, if the value of Services are young, healthy and can give us information on what but augmented our efforts to provide Technology” to study landing on the your GROSS assets totals more than great with people and other dogs, it that dog is like in a home, which affordable housing.” surface of an icy planet $100,000, you probably need to estab- can still take a long time for the can be very valuable in helping us Schiff also praised the approval of The bill also included funds for lish a living trust since estates over this department to find permanent in finding the right adopter in the funding for health care and scientific the Centers for Disease Control to amount must be probated unless they homes for them, said Brenda future,” Pimentel said. programs. continue increasing awareness and are in trust. This means if you are Barnette, general manager for Los That was the case for Boo, a pit- “The budget bills also advance knowledge about the safety and buying a home for $500,000, even if Angeles Animal Services. bull terrier that originally came to scientific research and expand effectiveness of vaccines. you have a large mortgage, your “Large breed dogs can be a chal- Los Angeles Animal Services as a opportunities to gain a better under- For information, visit gross asset is $500,000, (or whatev- lenge to adopt in Los Angeles, often stray before being transferred to standing of our planet and the uni- schiff.house.gov. er the current market value at the due to rental or home owners asso- Best Friends Animal Society. Boo time of your death). Probate cur- ciation restrictions,” Barnette was highly stressed in the kennel rently takes at least 9 months to added. “We have a lot of fabulous environment and wasn’t showing Letters to the Editor complete, and that is only if every- dogs who end up staying in a ken- well for potential adopters, so he thing goes smoothly. Even a mod- nel for weeks to months or longer. went to a foster home. Within a erate estate can cost between They really need a break from shel- short time, Boo started to improve. Year in review offered Los Angeles. I believe it’s all a $15,000 to $20,000 to probate. The ter life. Sometimes we find that fos- His foster owner discovered that matter of leadership. Those elect- same estate if handled through a ter volunteers are key to finding Boo was a sound sleeper who different views of ed in Beverly Hills work hard to “living trust” can reduce those costs their charge a new home just during didn’t bark much and loved affec- governance make it an even better place to by as much as 80% and take much walks in the neighborhood.” tion. The notes from his foster live, even as [they] overcome the less time to complete. “Five to Thrive” foster opportu- helped Boo find a home shortly city’s problems. It serves well to nities are available at all six Los thereafter with Meg and Erik Re “A look back at the people benefit its residents. Whereas, Los Proper estate planning allows you Angeles Animal Services centers, Sedrakyan, of Los Angeles. and places that shaped 2019,” Angeles’ problems and woes con- to make your own decisions about as well as the Best Friends “A foster is often the gateway for Dec. 26 issue tinue to grow. these matters while you can, rather than someone else making deci- Lifesaving Center and through a dog to find its happy ending, Thank you, Beverly Press, for Indeed, Beverly Hills sets a sions when you cannot. more than a dozen NKLA Coalition which is a beautiful process to be a a fascinating recap of the local good example for the Los Angeles partners including Angel City Pit part of,” Pimentel added. “Of news during this past year and City Council and mayor on how Bulls, Kitty Bungalow, Michelson course, if a foster falls in love and what we can expect in the near best to do the jobs for which they KRAMER + DRESBEN Found Animals Foundation and wants to adopt the dog, we’re total- future. were elected. Pacific Pups Rescue. ly fine with that, too. A foster fail- Most outstanding was the Stephen W. Kramer “Fostering is a great new year’s ure is the best kind of failure to be.” extreme differences between George Epstein 5858 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 205 resolution if you want to make a For information, visit laani- Beverly Hills and the City of Detroit Street big impact in a short amount of malservices.org and Los Angeles, CA 90036 time,” Barnette said. “It’s so bestfriendsla.org. (323)964-7100 14 January 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

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Patxi’s Pizza opens Ciancimino (The Sayers Club), and vegan item called Take Bánh Mì. Manny Marroquin (eight-time It’s made with an Impossible burger Chef Ricardo Zarate now at Mama Lion at L.A. Live Grammy award-winning sound patty, topped with pickled vegeta- mixer and owner of Larrabee bles, fresh jalapeños, cilantro, spicy enowned Chef Ricardo full-service restaurant known Studios), Verse in North vegan mayo, chili oil and hoisin RZarate is reimagining the Afor its mastery of pizza has Hollywood is an immersive dining sauce served on a vegan ciabatta menu at the supper club Mama opened at L.A. Live in the former experience. The eclectic menu hon- roll. Dog Haus will also donate $1 Lion in Koreatown. Primarily Lawry’s Carvery space. The restau- ors Shoemaker’s grilled meats and of the purchase price from each known for its bar and live music rant features indoor and patio seat- creative vegetable dishes paired one sold in January scene, Zarate will turn up the heat ing for more than 160 guests. An with Ciancimino’s cocktails and a to No Kid Hungry. Take Bánh Mì in Mama Lion’s kitchen as a culi- all-day and late-night Express wonderful wine list. Live entertain- will be available at all Dog Haus nary partner, teaming up with Window allows guests to order ment and Meyer Sound locations, while Dusty Bottoms and owner Robert Kim to elevate the quick items before a game at Constellation acoustics system add G Pop will only be available at Dog menus. Staples Center. Select deep dish ambiance to this new type of dining Haus Biergarten locations. 3817 W. Served pizzas by the slice, build-your-own experience. 4212 Lankershim Olive Ave., (818)566-4287; 3335 S. tapas style, pizza, pasta salad or a Polish hot Blvd., (818)747-2135. Figueroa St., (213)748-4287; 3911 dishes will dog topped with onions, pepper- S. Figueroa St.; 95 E. Green St.; infuse Zarate’s oncinis and Patxi’s pizza sauce. 105 N. Hill Ave., (626)577-4287. signature Besides Chicago-style deep dish Cocktails at Peruvian style pizza, the restaurant also serves Dog Haus with regional Neapolitan pizzas, sweet dessert Asian and pizzas, and Italian meatballs, burra- vailable during the month of Latin influences. The evolving ta, bruschetta and folded flatbread AJanuary, celebrity mixologist menu will feature approximately sandwiches. Happy hour is and television personality 10 to 15 core dishes, alongside Monday-Friday from 3 to 5:30 Lisamarie Joyce from “Bar weekly specials made from photo courtesy of Ricardo Zarate p.m., and late-night happy hour Rescue” introduces two new limit- sourced produce from top local Ricardo Zarate begins at 9 p.m. 1011 S. Figueroa ed-time cocktails – Dusty Bottoms markets and purveyors. Mama St., Suite B115., (213)999-9414. Lion is set to unveil Zarate’s new made with tequila, lime, pineapple, smoked bitters and ginger beer, and menus in January, with dinner music shows and special events. Mama Lion is open Tuesday G Pop made with prosecco, lime photo courtesy of Dog Haus being served Tuesday through Verse opens through Saturday offering after and ginger. Dog Haus will donate Order a Dusty Bottoms, made with Saturday from 6 to 10 p.m. work happy hour, cocktails, dinner ed by acclaimed chef Paul $1 of the purchase price from each tequila, lime, pineapple smoked bit- After dinner service, Mama and late night bites. 601 S. Shoemaker (Providence and cocktail sold to No Kid Hungry. ters and ginger beer, and $1 goes Lion transitions into a supperclub L featuring L.A.’s top DJ’s, live Western Ave., (213)377-5277. Bastide), hospitality veteran Rob Dog Haus is also offering its first to No Kid Hungry.

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vehicle parked in the 600 block of committed a petty theft in the 7600 At 11:34 a.m., an unknown sus- Robertson at 3:22 p.m. block of Beverly. pect burglarized a vehicle parked P OLICE BLOTTER in the 7300 block of Waring. At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a burglarized a vehicle parked in the grand theft in the 7600 block of An unknown suspect committed a 600 block of N. Almont. Beverly at 2 p.m. petty theft in the 6700 block of Hollywood at 11:45 a.m. The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the An unknown suspect robbed a vic- At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between tim in the 1200 block of N. Kings at committed a petty theft in the 5100 At noon, an unknown suspect Dec. 18 and Dec. 26. The information was compiled from www.crimemap- 6:06 p.m. block of Wilshire. stole a vehicle parked in the 700 ping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los block of N. Martel. Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles At 8:18 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and robbed a victim in the 1300 block petty theft in the 7900 block of An unknown suspect stole a vehi- the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. of Laurel. Melrose at 4:05 p.m. cle parked near the corner of De Longpre and Cole at 2 p.m. At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect Dec. 25 Beverly Hills Police assaulted a victim near the corner At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a of Hollywood and Las Palmas. committed a burglary in the 6200 petty theft in the 9700 block of At 2 a.m., an unknown suspect Department block of Wilshire. Wilshire at 7:03 p.m. committed a burglary in the 7700 An unknown suspect burglarized a block of Santa Monica. Dec. 22 vehicle parked in the 6600 block of An unknown suspect committed a

Dec. 27 A suspect assaulted a victim during Wilshire at 8 p.m. petty theft in the 900 block of N. At 6:06 p.m., an unknown suspect a domestic violence incident in the Highland at 10 p.m. committed a grand theft in the At 8:57 a.m., an unknown suspect 100 block of Larrabee at 9:15 p.m. At 11:50 p.m., an unknown sus- 9500 block of Wilshire. burglarized a vehicle parked in the pect committed a petty theft in the At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect 400 block of N. Roxbury. Two addi- At 10:45 p.m., an unknown sus- 700 block of Hawthorn. robbed a victim in the 6300 block An unknown suspect was arrested tional vehicles were burglarized in pect assaulted a victim in the 8800 of Hollywood. on suspicion of driving under the the same location at 9 a.m. block of Santa Monica. Dec. 20 influence of alcohol or drugs near An unknown suspect committed a the corner of Santa Monica and An unknown suspect committed a At 4:15 a.m., an unknown suspect burglary in the 6600 block of Beverly at 11:05 p.m. grand theft in the 9500 block of Dec. 26 committed a burglary in the 800 Orange at 11:30 p.m. Wilshire at 2 p.m. block of S. Lucerne. At 12:15 a.m., an unknown sus- Dec. 23 At 11:45 p.m., an unknown sus- At 5:30 p.m., a vandalism incident pect robbed a victim in the 500 An unknown suspect committed a pect burglarized a vehicle parked was reported in the 8500 block of block of Westbourne. An unknown suspect committed a vehicle burglary in the 6800 block in the 800 block of N. June. Wilshire. petty theft in the 9500 block of of Hollywood at 6 a.m. Dec. 27 Wilshire at 11:45 a.m. Dec. 23 A vandalism incident was reported At 2:15 p.m., an unknown suspect in the 400 block of S. Roxbury at At 1:50 a.m., an unknown suspect At 1 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 600 At 5:10 a.m., an unknown suspect 11:30 p.m. assaulted a victim in the 600 block stole a vehicle parked near the block of S. Detroit. committed a burglary in the 5100 corner of Santa Monica and of Robertson. block of Wilshire. Bedford. Dec. 28 An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the 8400 block of petty theft in the 5400 block of An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect committed a At 12:15 p.m., an unknown sus- Fountain at 6:45 a.m. vehicle parked near the corner of petty theft in the 200 block of N. La pect committed a grand theft in the Santa Monica at 11:23 a.m. Ogden and Genesee at 5:50 p.m. Peer at 2 p.m. 9500 block of Wilshire. At 11:45 a.m., an unknown sus- At 11:31 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the pect stole a vehicle parked in the At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect Dec. 24 West Hollywood 8300 block of Santa Monica. 6700 block of Clinton. burglarized a vehicle parked in the

400 block of S. Cloverdale. At 7:30 a.m., a vandalism incident Sheriff’s Station An unknown suspect committed a was reported in the 200 block of N. Los Angeles Police petty theft in the 7300 block of An unknown suspect robbed a vic- Crescent. Melrose at 1:20 p.m. tim in the 900 block of Vine at 11 Dec. 22 Department p.m.

A vandalism incident occurred near At 1:51 a.m., an unknown suspect At 1:35 p.m., an unknown suspect Wilshire and Hamilton at noon. committed a petty theft near the Dec. 18 committed a burglary in the 7200 Dec. 24 corner of Hancock and Holloway. block of Hollywood. At 2:52 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- An unknown suspect committed a burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect assaulted a cle parked in the 1200 block of N. An unknown suspect committed a theft in the 300 block of S. 9600 block of Wilshire. victim in the 900 block of N. La Cherokee at 12:30 a.m. grand theft in the 5900 block of Burnside at 12:01 a.m. Cienega at 3 a.m. Wilshire at 3 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a At 1:25 a.m., an unknown suspect At 1:10 p.m., an unknown suspect grand theft in the 9500 block of At 8:25 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 8400 At 7:30 p.m., an unknown suspect robbed a victim in the 6200 block Wilshire at 3:04 p.m. committed a petty theft in the 1300 block of Melrose Place. assaulted a victim in the 900 block of W. Third. block of La Brea. of N. Martel. At 3:20 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect robbed a vic- An unknown suspect burglarized a committed a petty theft in the 200 An unknown suspect committed a tim in the 1600 block of N. An unknown suspect committed a vehicle parked near the corner of block of N. Crescent. grand theft in the 8600 block of Formosa at 3 a.m. petty theft in the 7000 block of Hudson and Yucca at 3:10 p.m. Sunset at noon. Sunset at 8:20 p.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a At 4:20 a.m., an unknown suspect At 8:13 p.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked in the 100 block of At 1:30 p.m., a suspect assaulted committed a vehicle burglary in the At 8:30 p.m., an unknown suspect robbed a victim in the 3900 block N. Gale at 5:30 p.m. a victim during a domestic vio- 800 block of N. La Brea. stole a vehicle parked in the 100 of W. Sixth. lence incident in the 100 block of block of Saint Andrews. Dec. 25 Orange Grove. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 800 block of N. La Dec. 21 burglary in the 4900 block of An unknown suspect assaulted a An unknown suspect burglarized a Brea at 9:30 a.m. Hollywood at 10 p.m. victim in the 300 block of Oakhurst vehicle parked in the 1300 block of At 6:40 a.m., an unknown suspect at 1:28 p.m. Laurel at 5:30 p.m. At 2 p.m., an unknown suspect assaulted a victim near the corner snatched a purse from a victim Dec. 25 of Selma and Cherokee. At noon, an unknown suspect At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect near Beverly and Western. At 3 a.m., an unknown suspect assaulted a victim in the 200 block burglarized a vehicle parked in the A suspect robbed a victim in the 300 assaulted a victim in the 700 block of N. Crescent. 8700 block of Melrose. An unknown suspect committed a block of S. La Brea at 12:30 p.m. burglary in the 1300 block of N. of N. Van Ness.

An unknown suspect committed a Martel at 6:36 p.m. At 3:15 p.m., an unknown suspect Dec. 23 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- petty theft in the 8300 block of committed a petty theft near the cle parked in the 200 block of Wilshire at 12:50 p.m. At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect corner of Sunset and Western. An unknown suspect committed a stole a vehicle parked in the 7300 Gramercy at 4 a.m. petty theft in the 8300 block of At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Beverly. An unknown suspect committed a Clinton at 5:45 a.m. At 8:30 a.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the petty theft in the 1800 block of N. burglarized a vehicle parked in the 100 block of N. Hamilton. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Cahuenga at 4:05 p.m. At 8:43 a.m., an unknown suspect cle parked in the 400 block of N. 6300 block of W. Olympic. committed a petty theft in the 8900 Mansfield at 10:30 p.m. At 7:30 p.m., an unknown suspect Dec. 26 block of Santa Monica. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- committed a petty theft in the 5400 At 10:45 p.m., an unknown sus- tim near the corner of Gower and At 3:28 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Hollywood. An unknown suspect committed a pect robbed a victim in the 6800 Sunset at 6:50 p.m. committed a grand theft in the petty theft in the 1100 block of La block of Hollywood. 9500 block of Wilshire. Brea at 6 p.m. Dec. 22 At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect

An unknown suspect robbed a vic- stole a vehicle parked in the 300 An unknown suspect committed a At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect tim in the 900 block of Vine at At 2 a.m., an unknown suspect block of N. Orange Grove. grand theft in the 9500 block of assaulted a victim in the 8700 10:58 p.m. stole a vehicle parked in the 1700 Wilshire at 2 p.m. block of Melrose. block of Whitley. Dec. 26 Dec. 19 At 3:40 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a At 6:20 a.m., an unknown suspect

assaulted a victim in the 200 block petty theft in the 7100 block of burglary in the 300 block of N. La robbed a victim in the 1700 block At 3 a.m., an unknown suspect of N. Crescent. Santa Monica at 8:49 p.m. Brea at 3:48 a.m. of N. La Brea. stole a vehicle parked in the 200

block of S. Gramercy. An unknown suspect burglarized a Dec. 24 At 4:25 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a bicy- vehicle parked in the 9800 block of assaulted a victim near the corner cle near the corner of Fairfax and Santa Monica at 4:30 p.m. At 12:50 a.m., an unknown sus- An unknown suspect committed a of Fountain and Highland. Fifth at 2 p.m. pect committed a petty theft in the petty theft in the 300 block of S. At 4:44 p.m., a shoplifting robbery 7400 block of Santa Monica. Sweetzer at 12:30 p.m. An unknown suspect assaulted a At 3:10 p.m., an unknown suspect occurred in the 100 block of N. victim near the corner of Selma burglarized a vehicle parked near Robertson. An unknown suspect burglarized a At 2 p.m., an unknown suspect and Argyle at 6:35 a.m. the corner of Gardner and Beverly. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 17 January 2, 2020 Mexican cuisine kicked up a notch at Cantina Frida

BY JILL WEINLEIN Angeles,” he said. white plate with “Cantina” in cur- We settled in a leather booth near sive and “FRIDA” in bold letters. Cantina Frida, a new concept by an olive tree with a view of the The artfully arranged, thinly Frimex Hospitality Group, the cre- observation kitchen. sliced white fish was adorned with ators of Frida Mexican Cuisine, The cantina serves top-shelf a nest of thinly shaved carrots and Frida Tacos and Taco Libre, opened mezcal and crafted tequilas that jicama with a sprig of cilantro in the in the former Fleming’s Prime received the “T Certificate Award” center. The fish was drizzled with Steakhouse in Beverly Hills, just a by Mexico’s Tequila Regulatory lime juice and scattered with sliced few blocks away from the original Council. The council verifies the jalapeño peppers. Frida Mexican restaurant. tequilas have passed all quality Layers of tender pork glazed The two-story restaurant on standards to ensure they are the best with a flavorful pasilla chile sauce North Beverly Drive features a long tequilas in the world. arrived on five corn-cake sopes, cantina bar area and was full of Starting with a classic margarita topped with a dollop of sour cream, patrons enjoying margaritas, made with orange juice reduction, chopped avocado, tomato and ceviche and taco tasting plates dur- lime and tequila, the spicy flavor crumbled cotija cheese. ing happy hour when I visited the along the salted rim kicks with For entrées, we ordered two of restaurant. every sip. their signature dishes: a mole negro Greeting my friends and me at Other specialty drinks include and camarones al ajillo. the entrance was the charismatic, blackberry and blood orange mar- Camarones, or large shrimp, Argentinian-born Abel Santillian. garitas, and a mezcal cocktail made emerged slicked with a butter-garlic Not only is he the general manager with lime juice, tamarind mix and white wine sauce. In the center of and a knowledgeable wine connois- Tamarindo soda. They also offer an the plate, a mound of white rice was seur, his enthusiasm for the new extensive wine list and festive garnished with green and red tor- photo by Jill Weinlein cocktails from different regions in tilla chips and sprigs of parsley. The dining concept is contagious. The corn-cake sopes are layered with tender pork, sour cream, chopped Mexico. rich sauce coated the shrimp and “It’s a new fork-and-knife con- avocado and tomatoes. Crumbled white cotija cheese tops off this dish. cept, serving more gourmet, Our server prepared guacamole gave it a pleasing flavor. authentic Mexican fare. It’s a step table side in a lava rock molcajete, The negro mole sauce covered best moles I’ve ever tasted. made with corn or flour tortillas or up from the hundreds of street taco, served with a basket of crunchy tender slices of chicken served on a Twelve varieties of classic (carne as a lettuce wrap. Enchiladas can be burrito and enchilada casual yellow corn tortilla chips. dark green leaf with slices of red asada, pastor) and novel (mush- ordered in threes with chicken or Mexican restaurants in Los A plate of citrus ceviche de onion. The mole was not too sweet, room, marinated tuna) tacos can be See Cantina page 19 pescado followed, served on a not too chocolatey and one of the

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We serve other legislative and funding prior- in a statement. “Costs to support more than 25,000 students with ities at all levels of government to students with moderate to severe moderate to severe disabilities, or increase student outcomes, pro- disabilities are significant, and this approximately 4.4% of total enroll- mote equity and excellence for all, population tends to have medical ment. By comparison, the statewide and achieve organizational sustain- needs that also impact attendance. average for all school districts is ability to better serve students, fam- In 2018-19, Los Angeles Unified 2.2% of total enrollment of students ilies and communities served by the spent over $1.7 billion in special who have moderate to severe dis- district. education costs. About $722 mil- abilities.” “Los Angeles Unified’s primary lion was spent supporting our stu- For information, visit lausd.net. Cedars-Sinai heart institute advances treatments photo courtesy of KCCLA The Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles will launch a new Korean The Smidt Heart Institute at cals in vaping devices form vapors valve procedure for an expanded language program beginning on Jan. 7. Eight classes are offered Cedars-Sinai Medical Center cele- that are likely causing the most harm. group of patients with aortic stenosis. including introductory Korean; basic A and B; intermediate A, B and brated many milestones in 2019 Additionally, Cedars-Sinai’s The Smidt Heart Institute was also C; and advanced A and B. The 12-week classes are held every involving new leadership, innovative Barbershop Study was honored by credited for a pioneering procedure Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. The program is open to anyone 18 surgical procedures and ground- the Clinical Research Forum, which for patients with cardiac birth or older interested in learning about Korean language and culture. The breaking research. Dr. Eduardo recognized the Smidt Heart Institute defects. Maxwell and Mason cost is $80 per class. KCCLA is located at 5505 Wilshire Blvd. For Marbán, executive director of the with the Herbert Pardes Clinical Bradford were born at 27-weeks’ information, call (323)936-3025, or visit kccla.org. institute, credited the staff and physi- Research Excellence Award, its most gestation, each weighing 2 pounds, cians for making the year a success. prestigious award. The Barbershop 10 ounces. Like many extremely “It’s our people, the pioneers in the Study was used to develop a blood premature babies, the babies were field, who come to work every day to pressure control program for black born with patent ductus arteriosus, a American Cinematheque celebrates transform patients’ lives and advance men in the comfortable and conve- heart-related birth defect commonly scientific breakthroughs,” Marbán nient environments of their barber- referred to as a “hole in the heart.” At said. “And, it’s also the result of our shops. In six months, the study – led two weeks old, they underwent a nominees for Golden Globe Awards incredible patients who trust our by the late hypertension expert Dr. minimally invasive procedure devel- The Hollywood Foreign Press Fire”) and Lulu Wang (“The experts with their lives.” Ronald G. Victor – improved the oped by Dr. Evan Zahn, director of Association and American Farewell”). Cedars-Sinai recently announced outcomes and control of high blood the Guerin Family Congenital Heart Cinematheque will celebrate the “The Golden Globe Award Best the appointments of new leaders to pressure in more than 60% of partic- Program. Shortly after the twins best in international cinema with the Motion Picture-Foreign Language head two newly established depart- ipants. The 12-month data published were treated, the Food and Drug 2020 Golden Globe Foreign- category recognizes outstanding ments in the Smidt Heart Institute. recently in the journal Circulation Administration approved the tran- Language Nominees Screening cinematic works with the power to Heart surgeon Dr. Joanna Chikwe backed up the results, proving that a scatheter procedure for wider use. Series and Symposium. The screen- move audiences across geographi- was named founding chair of the pharmacist-led, barbershop-based Advances in women’s heart dis- ing series will take place through cal and cultural borders,” said Department of Cardiac Surgery and medical intervention can successful- ease were also noted as Dr. Noel Friday, Jan. 3, at the Aero Theatre in Hollywood Foreign Press Dr. Christine Albert was named ly lower blood pressure in men who Bairey Merz, director of the Barbra Santa Monica, followed by the sym- Association president Lorenzo founding chair of the Department of face a higher risk of disability and Streisand Women’s Heart Center, posium on Saturday, Jan. 4, at the Soria. “With the HFPA’s member- Cardiology. premature death. joined Streisand to warn about the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood. ship representing more than 55 The Smidt Heart Institute was also Research led by Dr. Raj Makkar heart disease symptoms that are The symposium will feature a panel countries across the globe, we are at the forefront of studying the showed for the first time that patients more common in women than men. discussion with all five directors of proud to celebrate this year’s inter- adverse effects of vaping and pre- with a common heart defect who The duo shared their perspectives the nominated films in the Best national nominees alongside the sented research at the annual undergo catheter-based valve with the Journal of the American Motion Picture-Foreign Language directors behind these works during American Heart Association replacement procedures have the Medical Association, which pub- category. our screening series and sympo- Scientific Sessions indicating that same survival and complication rates lished an article about how physi- The nominees are “Pain and sium.” electronic nicotine delivery systems, as patients without the defect who cians should evaluate female patients Glory” (Spain), “The Farewell” Audiences can view “Parasite” on including e-cigarettes, may be even undergo the same procedure. Shortly who have chest pain and included (USA), “Les Misérables” (France), Jan. 2 and “The Farewell” on Jan. 3 more harmful to the heart than ciga- after Makkar’s study was published, the information in the “JAMA “Portrait of a Lady On Fire” at the Aero Theatre, 1328 Montana rettes. The study’s senior author, Dr. the Food and Drug Administration Author Interviews” podcast. For (France) and “Parasite” (South Ave., Santa Monica. Showtimes are Florian Rader, said unknown chemi- approved a minimally invasive heart information, visit cedars-sinai.org. Korea). Filmmakers participating in 7:30 p.m. and tickets are $15. The the panel discussion include Pedro symposium is on Saturday, Jan. 4, at Almodóvar (“Pain and Glory”), 1 p.m. at the Egyptian Theatre, 6712 Bong Joon Ho (“Parasite”), Ladj Ly Hollywood Blvd. Admission is free, (“Les Misérables”), Céline but RSVP is required by visiting Sciamma (“Portrait of a Lady On bit.ly/2Sv0wZO. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 19 January 2, 2020 Fonseca exhibit at the Autry closes this weekend The Autry Museum of the American West is encouraging visitors to see the exhibits “Coyote Leaves the Res: The Art of Harry Fonseca” and “Indian Country: The Art of David Bradley” before they close on Sunday, Jan. 5. The Fonseca exhibit includes 60 paintings, sketches and lithographs. In running concurrently with the Bradley works, the exhibits repre- sent the Autry’s exploration of contemporary art from Native America. Fonseca is best-known for his depiction of “Coyote,” a colorful trickster who leaves the “res” (reservation) and re-appears in non- traditional settings. The “Art of Harry Fonseca” exhibit focuses on “Coyote’s” role as an avatar for the photo © 2016 Harry Fonseca Collection, Autry Museum artist and a metaphor for exploring Artist Harry Fonseca’s “Fire” (1989) is included in the exhibit of his works his creative, artistic and ethnic iden- at the Autry Museum of the American West. tity in contemporary times. As a gay man and a person of mixed her- with those outside the ‘res,’ and such as Leonardo da Vinci, René itage, Fonseca used his art as a nimbly traversed artistic and cultur- Magritte and Andy Warhol. vehicle for self-discovery and a al boundaries with ideas about “The Autry aims to confront and photo by Rebecca Villalpando means of navigating different Indianness,” said Autry President address outdated understandings of Urban Light at LACMA is a popular spot for Instagram photos. aspects of his life and identity dur- and CEO W. Richard West, Jr. “It Native art, and this exhibition ing a time when ideas about Native was Harry who got us past this uni- apprehends old ideas and turns peoples were often driven by out- dimensional view of what them on their head. David side forces including commercial ‘Indianness’ is.” Bradley’s paintings are accessible, Kindle the holiday spirit at markets, tourism and historical “Indian Country: The Art of imaginative and absolutely reflec- clichés. David Bradley” includes 32 paint- tive of our mission to share the “Fonseca’s great contribution ings, mixed media works and diverse stories and perspectives of ‘Lights On at LACMA’ was in bumping up against and bronze sculptures. It explores the the American West,” West added. crossing confines that were never artist’s four-decade career and his The Autry Museum of the LACMA is inviting friends and families to “Lights On at LACMA,” previously engaged. His work body of work, a combination of American West is located at 4700 open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Sunday, Jan. 5. spoke both internally, to Native personal experience, social obser- Western Heritage Way. For infor- Attendees can gather in the heated, covered outdoor lounge overlook- Americans, as well as externally, vation and the influence of icons mation, visit theautry.org. ing Urban Light, the street lamp assemblage sculpture at the museum’s Wilshire Boulevard entrance. The event features music, free art-making activities for kids, guided tours and a light display designed by PHNTM Cantina frosting and scattered with choco- ing room and exclusive lounge Labs. A seasonal menu of hot cocoas, ciders and churros will be avail- late shavings and fresh berries. upstairs, a speakeasy-style tequila from page 17 able for purchase at the C+M coffee bar. Another winner at the table was a and mezcal bar with a velvet-lined Daily highlights include DJs on the Smidt Welcome Plaza from 3 p.m. cheese, tomatillo, chile ancho or creme brûlée made with roasted door – dark and sexy, with a DJ to close and the illumination of Urban Light at 5 p.m. mole sauce. sweet potato with a scoop of vanilla spinning music. Los Angeles County residents with valid ID receive free museum Bigger, grilled plates include filet ice cream and mint leaf on top. Visit Cantina Frida for artisanal admission every weekday after 3 p.m. LACMA members also receive mignon, skirt steak, halibut in a Candied walnuts gave the plate a Mexican cuisine with fine-dining free admission during museum hours. white wine butter sauce and salmon sweet crunch. hospitality. Open for brunch, lunch, LACMA is located at 5905 Wilshire Blvd. For information, call (323) with a creamy chipotle sauce. After dinner, Santillian led us on happy hour and dinner. $$ 252 N. 857-6000, or visit lacma.org/lights-on-at-lacma. Birthday celebrations are com- a tour to see the private dining Beverly Drive, (310)285-6666. mon here, with four flaming room, which has its own entry. The sparkler desserts passing by quieter, more intimate space is per- throughout the evening. Dessert fect for special events for up to 25 offerings are more than just flan. people. They make a pretty pastel tres lech- Santillian and his staff invite all es sponge cake covered in cream to experience Cantina Frida’s din- 20 January 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Two weeks later, ‘Rise of Skywalker’ still hasn’t sat well Online discourse amplifies a everyone who harassed her off whole lotta complaining, from social media). “The Last Jedi” haters to alleged Mild spoiler here: Leia (side real fans whose childhood memo- note: Carrie Fisher’s sendoff is the ries are “ruined” by the Disney best it could be considering her “Star Wars” film lot. Yawn. The tragic passing) apparently trained galaxy far, far away weathered to be a Jedi a long time ago, a George Lucas’ abysmal prequels throwaway moment to appease describes Anakin as a younger pilot and will find a way into our hearts internet trolls who whined about when they first met. Clumsily fly- once more, even if the final chapter her flying in space (the idea that a ing a Naboo fighter apparently fits of the “Skywalker” saga fizzles Force wielder at death’s door can the bill. Then Luke and Leia kiss in out. tap into latent powers and pull her- “Empire,” prior to their twins Instead of following the path set self, not fly, with the Force to safe- reveal. And the “Clone Wars” ani- by “The Last Jedi” (because $1.3 ty is just too hard to believe ... I mated series brought Darth Maul photo courtesy of Lucasfilm billion at the box office wasn’t wonder what they thought about back to life, acknowledging his Rey (Daisy Ridley) and Kylo Ren (Adam Driver) battle in “Star Wars: The good enough for the House of “Return” when the Emperor shot punk death in “Phantom Menace.” Rise of Skywalker.” Mouse), part nine retcons much of lightning at Luke). So, J.J. Abrams revising the past is the film. Rey’s (Daisy Ridley) To be fair, retconning isn’t a new merely proof Lucasfilm needs to parentage matters after all and addition. Lucas sabotaged his own master plan. design. One problem: he doesn’t yawn. And the Knights of Ren first Rose (Kelly Marie Tran) moves to work multiple times (i.e., “Han shot If “Force Awakens” was a hyper- go to his stories; they come to him. referenced two films ago finally the background (a victory for first”). In “New Hope,” Kenobi copy of “New Hope,” then “Rise” The same corny jokes he used in arrive, only to do absolutely noth- is the ultimate homage to 42 years both “Star Trek” films appear here. ing. They’re just masked hench- of franchise history. It tries to do so His love for loud rather than per- men. much, too much. Keri Russell’s haps big and still nuanced action Abrams clearly cares about this Zorri Bliss appears for a hot second (i.e., “Avengers: Infinity War”) is material, but that doesn’t mean his to provide Poe (Oscar Isaac) a love all too numbing. choices work. Like Zack Snyder’s interest before she exits. And Beyond how “Rise” gives the adaptation of “Watchmen,” some- Emperor Palpatine (Ian middle finger to director Rian thing can work incredibly well on McDiarmid) is back, doing his best Johnson and “Last Jedi,” it fails on paper, but the soul still might be Anjelica Houston impression circa its own. Sure, Abrams eventually gone. “Rise” lacks spirit. It feels so “Captain EO”: A deeper voice, includes some standout scenes, like bound to the original trilogy that it more Borg than Sith, and barely in Kylo Ren (Adam Driver) and doesn’t embark on new ground. the film. Rey’s saber battle. Even Finn (John “Empire” blew the story wide He’s been pulling the First Boyega) finally becomes the sol- open, as did “Last Jedi” (for better Order’s strings the entire time, dier and strategist he should’ve or worse, depending on the view- adding little to the story beyond been the whole time. In bits and er), while “Rise” prefers nostalgia name recognition and a conve- pieces, “Rise” can be fun. and pandering. That’s not effective niently powerful foe. Come the But the finale is painfully unsat- art. It’s safe. And “Star Wars,” a final showdown, what transpires is isfying, complete with an incoher- breakout hit amid a sci-fi subgenre less exciting than his duels with ent space battle. Remember the of B movies, was a risk that paid Jedis or torture of young Luke. Starkiller Base from “Force off. The greatest lesson of “Star Instead, he’s a cartoon villain Awakens?” The last Sith Lord Wars” should be to take a chance, photo courtesy of Lucasfilm spewing cliches. commands a fleet of old school not cave to fan service. At least John Boyega stars as Finn (left) and Oscar Isaac as Poe in “Star Wars: Abrams hides a lackluster, slop- Star Destroyers with Death Star Disney+’s “The Mandalorian” is The Rise of Skywalker.” py story behind amazing set caliber weaponry. Derivative amazing. LA Filmforum presents avant- garde film festival at the Egyptian On Jan. 12, the Los Angeles “As Above, So Below” by Filmforum will present the Cooper Holoweski, 57th Ann Arbor Film Festival “Leafcutters” by Catherine Touring Program #1 at 7:30 Chalmers, “We Were Hardly p.m. in the Egyptian’s More Than Children” by Spielberg Theatre. Cecelia Condit, “Phantom Ride Showcasing some of the best Phantom” by Siegfried Fruhauf experimental films of 2018 and and “2MissedCalls” by LNZ 2019, the AAFF is the oldest Arturo. avant-garde and experimental Tickets are $8 for American film festival in North America. Cinematheque members, The six-day festival presents seniors and students with ID. 40 programs with more than General admission is $12. 200 films from over 20 coun- Filmforum members can attend tries, including experimental, for free and can get tickets at animation, documentary, narra- the door, or at tive, hybrid and performance- 57thaafftour.bpt.me. All other based works. tickets are available at the door, Touring Program #1 includes or at fandango.com/egyptian- nine contemporary videos theatre-hollywood-aaofx/the- including “The Divine Way” ater-page?date=2020-01-12. by Illaria Di Carlo, “La Mesa” The Spielberg Theatre at the by Adrian Garcia Gomez, Egyptian is located at 6712 “Mom’s Clothes” by Jordan Hollywood Blvd. For informa- Wong, “Screen” by Christoph tion, call (323)377-7238, or Girardet and Matthias Müller, visit lafilmforum.org.

photo courtesy of Illaria Di Carlo Illaria Di Carlo’s “The Divine Way” takes viewers along on the pro- tagonist’s descent through an endless labyrinth of staircases. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 January 2, 2020

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to consider the following item:

LOCATIONS: 8301-8315 SANTA MONICA BOULEVARD, West Hollywood, California

Across 58. Pad or port preceder REQUEST: The City of West Hollywood seeks to purchase the prop- 1. Good name, for short 61. Large lake erties. Pursuant to Government Code Section §65402, 4. Band aid 62. Icy rain 7. Hit the slopes 63. Starting __ __ the bottom a finding must be made that such acquisition of land by 10. Good fellers 64. Cheat, in a way the City of West Hollywood is consistent with the West 12. “The First ___” (holiday tune) 65. Russian river Hollywood General Plan. 14. Fixes 66. Plasma purchases 15. Battery inventor 67. N.F.L. stat: Abbr. 17. Hightailed it 68. Chum PERMIT(S): General Plan Consistency, and any other required per- 18. “Money, money, money” singers mits. 19. Troops ahead of the main army Down 22. African gulf 1. Bring ruin on 23. Natalie Wood birthplace 2. Exit APPLICANT(S): City of West Hollywood 27. Keyboard abbr. 3. Like hipbones 28. 4. Police alert Poker payment TIME/PLACE Thursday, January 16, 2020 30. Compass direction 5. ___ synthesizer 31. Letters before Queen Mary 6. S.A country OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. 32. Infantry 7. Bro, for one West Hollywood Park Public Meeting Room – 35. Prefix with dermis 8. Cold war grp. Council Chambers 37. Hosp. readout 9. ‘’Life __ cabaret’’ 38. Marks 11. Baseball great Musial 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard 39. Permanent military force 13. Picked up West Hollywood, CA 90069 44. Prefix for form 14. X-ray units 45. Musical Yoko 16. “That was __ miss!” 46. French ‘king’ 20. Crime boss ZONES: CC1 (Commercial, Community 1) 47. “__ Blue”: George Strait hit 21. Sorry soul 50. Lowest rank, noblemen 24. Loafer, e.g. ENVIRONMENTAL 52. 25. Most likely to win Troublemakers STATUS: N/A 54. The Somme and Waterloo, for 26. Bubblehead example 29. Good, in Guadalajara

The staff report will be available on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on-line at www.weho.org

IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in Change continues to shape this notice, or in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood Planning Commission, via the Planning & Development Services Department Park La Brea, Miracle Mile at, or prior to, the Public Hearing.

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ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said Public Hearing to A photograph in the Jan. 7, 1960, issue of the Park La Brea News express their opinion in this matter. showed an aerial view of Park La Brea and the Miracle Mile. The accompanying article stated that the neighborhood was undergoing For further information contact Antonio Castillo, Associate Planner in the major changes that would shape the community. At bottom left is the intersection of Fairfax Avenue and Third Street, where plans called for Planning & Development Services Department at (323) 848-6475; or via the Town and Country shopping center to be built across from the email at: [email protected] Original Farmers Market. The article also stated that Fairfax Avenue was being widened from Third Street to Wilshire Boulevard and buildings were being razed to make way for new housing and busi- Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk nesses. Sixty years later, the neighborhood is still in the midst of a transformation, with the Academy Museum under construction, Мы сообщаем вам об обсуждении проекта. Для дополнитель- LACMA being reconfigured and work on a new subway system mak- ной информации на русском языке звоните: 323-848-6826. ing progress along Wilshire Boulevard. 22 January 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Films catering to older audiences recognized Craft in America Center exhibit The 19th annual “Movies for Grownups Awards,” presented by explores diversity through quilts AARP The Magazine, will be held The Craft in America Center Palo Alto studio that expand the on Saturday, Jan. 11, at the presents “Quilting American definition of what quilts can be. Beverly Hilton Hotel. Stories: Portraits by Michael A. Each piece is inspired by the Television and stage performer Cummings & Landscapes by interplay of light and shadow in Tony Danza will host the star- Judith Content” running from natural landscapes. studded evening, which will be Saturday, Jan. 11, through Content will speak at an open- broadcast on Sunday, Jan. 19, at 6 Saturday, March 7. ing for the exhibit on Jan. 11, at 4 p.m. on PBS. The Awards are co- The center will display quilt p.m., followed by a reception produced by Great Performances portraits by Cummings that from 5 to 6 p.m. The Craft in and AARP Studios. include Martin Luther King Jr., America Center is located at 8415 Actress Anette Benning will James Baldwin and Mae Jemison. W. Third St. For information, call receive the Movies for Grownups The celebratory exhibition of his (323)951-0610, or visit crafti- Career Achievement Award. photo by Brian Bowen Smith work coincides with African namerica.org/center. Bening, a four-time Academy Actress Anette Bening will be honored at the 19th annual “Movies for American History month. Paired Award-nominee and recipient of with the portraits in the adjoining Grownups Awards.” two Golden Globe Awards and a gallery are abstracted, quilted Screen Actors Guild Award, is landscapes by Content. The dual being recognized for advocating In that way, the awards are advo- (“Clemency”) and Renée Zellweger exhibition brings some of the for seniors, fighting ageism and cates for good moviemaking, for (“Judy”). Best Actor nominees are vibrant works featured in Craft in encouraging films that resonate meaningful moviemaking. And, to Antonio Banderas (“Pain and America’s PBS episode “Quilts,” with older viewers. be a part of this is very gratifying.” Glory”), Robert De Niro (“The which aired on Dec. 27. “Annette Bening has captured The awards will also recognize Irishman”), Eddie Murphy Cummings is a nationally rec- our hearts and entertained us for exemplary talent in film. Films (“Dolemite is My Name”), Jonathan ognized quilter who lives and years with her performances,” said nominated for Best Picture/Best Pryce (“The Two Popes”) and Adam works in New York City. Myrna Blyth, senior vice president Movie for Grownups Awards Sandler (“Uncut Gems”). Originally from L.A., Cummings and editorial director for AARP include “A Beautiful Day in the “We timed the Movies for brings years of painting and col- Media. “We are thrilled to award Neighborhood,” “Bombshell,” Grownups Awards early in the lage skills to his quilt making. Annette with our highest honor “Little Women,” “Marriage shortened award season to ensure a Cummings’s works tell stories of and recognize a remarkable Story,” “Once Upon a Time in spotlight on films that matter, not the African American experience career.” Hollywood,” “The Farewell,” just for entertaining us, but that across historical, cultural, philo- “I’m really honored that the “The Irishman” and “The Two also speak to the important issues sophical and mythical realms. photo courtesy of Michael A. Cummings and AARP has selected me. Especially Popes.” of today,” said Heather Nawrocki, Content’s works are inspired Craft in America since there are so many people that The Best Actress category nomi- vice president and director for by nature and created using a Artist Michael A. Cummings’ they could have recognized,” nees include Isabelle Huppert Movies for Grownups at AARP. Japanese resist-dye technique “James Baldwin: Born Into A Lie” Benning said. “These awards (“Frankie”), Helen Mirren (“The For information and a complete known as “arashi shibori.” She from 2019 is included in the new acknowledge the kinds of movies Good Liar”), Julianne Moore list of nominees, visit creates abstract wall quilts in her exhibit. we need and don’t get enough of. (“Gloria Bell”), Alfre Woodard aarp.org/moviesforgrownups. Channel Islands Harbor gears WeHo’s Winter Sounds concerts continue in January The city of West Hollywood West African rhythms, Persian music that blends electronic and up for whale watching season presents the next installment of its music and Latin percussion. classical music with Americana 2019-20 Winter Sounds free The Winter Sounds series clos- and folk music. Whale watching season official- watching experience, visitors can indoor concert series on Saturday, es on Saturday, Feb. 8, at 5 p.m. The Winter Sounds concerts ly began off the coast of Oxnard charter a boat accommodating up Jan. 11, at 5 p.m. with a perfor- with the George Sarah Ensemble are free and limited first-come, on Dec. 26, and will continue to six people with Doug’s mance by Dhara World Music in re-imagining the film score from first-served seating is available. through April with trips departing Channel Islands Tours. Charter the City Council Chambers. “The Passion of Joan of Arc.” The West Hollywood Council from Channel Islands Harbor. boat rates are $200 per hour with Dhara World Music is a multi- Sarah is a television and film Chambers are located at 625 N. Island Packers, Ventura a two-hour minimum. Wild Blue faceted group featuring Vineet composer and multi-instrumen- San Vicente Blvd. RSVP is County’s official concessionaire Adventures also offers 2 1/2 hour Vyas, Rajib Karmakar, James talist performer. Born in Seoul, requested by visiting winter- to the Channel Islands National whale watching trips aboard the Waterman, Joseph Salcedo and South Korea, he moved to the sounds-jan2020.eventbrite.com. Park, provides 3 1/2-hour, non- Sunfish, a 53-foot vessel. The Amir Oosman. The group is United States at age 5. Sarah spe- For information, visit landing narrated trips with morn- fares are $34 for adults and $15 influenced by Indian music, cializes in a unique style of weho.org/wintersounds. ing and afternoon departures. The for children. fare is $38 for adults, $34 for Every year, an estimated seniors (ages 55 and up), $28 for 20,000-25,000 Pacific Gray children and free for ages 3 and whales migrate through the Santa under. Trips run through md- Barbara Channel on their way to April. and from the warm lagoons of Channel Islands Sportfishing Baja California, Mexico. A jour- Center provides half-day morning ney through the Channel Islands whale watching excursions during National Park and National the week and on the weekend Marine Sanctuary provides visi- Bogie’s Liquor with morning and afternoon tors the opportunity to experience departures available. The rate is the beauty of this migration. $58 for adults, $48 for seniors Additionally, visitors can (ages 62 and up), $48 for active encounter dolphins, seals, sea military and $38 for children ages lions and a rich variety of bird life. 12 and under. Trips run through For information, call (805)382- April 30. 1779, or visit visitoxnard.com/list- For a personalized whale ing/island-packers.

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photo by Doug Mangum www.bogiesliquor.com Excursions are departing from Channel Islands Harbor for the start of the Open 7 days 9 am - 2 am whale watching season. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 January 2, 2020 ‘The Irishman’ pre-screening Red Cross gives free T-shirts to holiday donors During this season of giving, the talk with Scorsese, De Niro American Red Cross urges eligible donors to give the gift of life to help Director Martin Scorsese and tler and hitman who worked ensure patients don’t have to worry actor Robert De Niro will hold a alongside some of the most noto- about the availability of blood this 45-minute discussion followed by rious figures of the 20th century. winter. Blood and platelet donations a screening of their latest film, Tickets for the event are sold of all types are needed. “The Irishman,” at 6 p.m. on out. A standby line at 3:30 p.m for Holiday travel and severe winter Saturday, Jan. 4, at the Egyptian tickets refunded by guests who weather often lead to a decline in Theatre. can’t attend. blood donations.Blood and platelets The film is told through the The Egyptian Theatre is located are needed every day for those eyes of World War II veteran at 6712 Hollywood Blvd. For receiving treatment for cancer and Frank Sheeran (De Niro), a hus- information, call (323)461-2020. leukemia, accident and burn victims, and surgical patients. photo courtesy of American Red Cross Los Angeles Region Through Jan. 5, those who donate Blood and platelet donations of all types, especially Type O, are needed blood or platelets to the Red Cross by the Red Cross during the holiday season. will receive a long-sleeved Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last. Upcoming blood donation drives Getty Villa commences new year will be held from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Jan. 7 at the Ebell of Los Angeles, 4400 Wilshire Blvd.; and with back-to-back theater programs 1:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 8 at the The Getty Villa will launch the through March 15, an L.A. festival Los Angeles County Sherriff’s start of 2020 with two new theater dedicated to new perspectives on Department’s West Hollywood programs on back-to-back week- the Greek myth of Orpheus and Station, 780 N. San Vicente Blvd. ends. Eurydice. To locate a drive or schedule an The Villa Theater Lab series A conversation will follow the appointment to donate blood or photo courtesy of Netflix continues on the last weekend in reading with Ruhl and the score’s platelets, call (800)733-2767, or Martin Scorsese, right, speaks with Robert De Niro on the set of January with award-winning play- composer, Matthew Aucoin, about visit redcrossblood.org. wright Meghan Brown’s “Cowboy the process of translating the play to “The Irishman.” Elektra” directed by Sean Cawelti. opera. Selections from the opera On Feb. 2, the Villa hosts a staged will be performed by LA Opera’s reading of Tony nominee Sarah Young Artist Program. Ruhl’s play, “Eurydice.” Performances for “Cowboy The Wallis celebrates Beethoven’s birthday In “Cowboy Elektra,” audiences Elektra” will be held in the Villa encounter dusty crossroads where Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, As the 250th anniversary of California history and Greek Jan. 24; 3 and 7:30 p.m. on Beethoven’s birth approaches, tragedy collide. Set in a saloon in Saturday, Jan. 25; and 3 p.m. on the Wallis Annenberg Center for 1869, Elektra’s investigation of her Sunday, Jan. 26. Tickets are $7 at the Performing Arts will present father’s death leads to a tragic getty.edu/visit/cal/events/cow- “Dinnerstein/Haimovitz: revenge plot against her mother. boy_elektra.html. Beethoven/Glass” at 7:30 p.m. on The performance features vintage The play-reading of “Eurydice” Thursday, Jan. 9, in the Bram puppetry, multimedia visuals and will be held in the Villa Goldsmith Theater at The Wallis original saloon songs by Zach Auditorium at 1 p.m. on Feb. 2. A pre-concert conversation Lupetin of music ensemble Tickets are free and available start- will be moderated by Classical Dustbowl Revival. ing Jan. 3 at getty.edu. KUSC’s Brian Lauritzen before Ruhl’s play features actors and The Getty Villa is located at the concert at 6:30 pm and opera singers in a staged reading of 17985 Pacific Coast Highway, includes a complimentary glass “Eurydice (2003).” The reading is Pacific Palisades. For information, of wine. part of LA Opera’s Eurydice call (310)440-7300, or visit Pianist Simone Dinnerstein photo by Steph Mackinnon Found, running from Jan. 11 getty.edu. and cellist Matt Haimovitz will Cellist Matt Haimovitz perform a musical celebration pairing Beethoven’s works with music from contemporary composer Philip Glass. The program includes Beethoven’s Cello HHoolliiddaayy SSaallee!! Sonatas Nos. 1 and 2, Op. 102, and Glass’ “Partita 2 for Solo Cello” and “Mad Rush for Solo Piano.” “Simone Dinnerstein and Matt Haimovitz have consistently pur- sued innovative project-oriented work throughout their independent careers,” said Paul Crewes, artistic director for The Wallis. “It is particularly notable that wood • vinyl • fiberglass • aluminum they have joined together for this unique musical project, which showcases both their collabora- KEEP THE COLD OUT! tive and solo artistry through the lens of Beethoven and his continuing influence today.” SALE GOOD 25% OFF The performance’s runs 85 your first 5 Milgard Windows minutes, including a 15-minute THRU 2019! intermission. “Their 21st-century celebration of Beethoven’s 250th birthday is very much in line with Paul’s artistic intent for The Wallis, which embraces the bold- ly unexpected and often reveals connections within the arts in new and surprising ways,” said Rachel Fine, CEO and executive director for The Wallis. Tickets range from $33 to $99 and are on sale online and at the box office. check out our YELP reviews! The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts is located at 9390 N. Santa Monica Expert Free Blvd., Beverly Hills. For information or to purchase tickets, Installation Estimates call (310)246-3800, or visit thewallis.org/DH. 7769 Santa Monica Blvd. • West Hollywood 323.248.0840 • tashmans.com 24 January 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Petersen Museum offers activities and new exhibits The Petersen Automotive Museum has announced extended hours, new exhibits and educational programming that will be open during the winter break from school through Jan. 12. “Although kids will be on break from school, the Petersen Automotive Museum offers students an opportunity to gain an education in other areas,” Executive Director photo courtesy of LAMOTH Terry L. Karges said. “Our new Holocaust survivor Bernard W. Bail was shot down over Germany exhibits and special programming in and later fell in love with his nurse, who shaped his life and career. the Discovery Center give kids an invaluable glimpse into the history and future of transportation. It’s an easy and compelling way to broaden Film at LAMOTH explores life kids’ knowledge about something as common as the automobile.” New exhibits include three dis- of veteran, Nazi prisoner and plays that showcase the history and photo courtesy of the Petersen Automotive Museum development of electric vehicles. Children can participate in numerous activities at the Petersen “Building an Electric Future” and Automotive Museum, including getting behind the wheel of a race car psychoanalyst Dr. Bernard Bail “Shifting Paradigms” in the driven by Scott Dixon. Production and Chuck Wegner The Los Angeles Museum of Best Documentary at the 2018 Family galleries focus on the global Machines” is the world’s largest hands-on activities in the Rob and the Holocaust presents a screen- Sunscreen Film Festival West success and future of automobile Hollywood and sci-fi vehicle exhibi- Melani Walton Discovery Center. ing of “And Now, Love” on and Guest was named Best manufacturer Volkswagen as it con- tion. It features more than 40 vehi- From learning about car science to Sunday, Jan. 12, at 3 p.m. at the Director (documentary) for the verts its vehicles to electrical power. cles, costumes, props, art and arti- exploring automobile culture, the museum. film at the 2018 Culver City Film Vehicles on display include the ID.3 facts from sci-fi and fantasy films, Discovery Center features numerous The film is Emmy-nominated Festival and the 2018 Silicon compact car, ID. Vizzion TV shows and video games includ- displays to broaden automotive producer and director Jill Demby Beach Film Festival. autonomous car and ID. R race car. ing “Star Wars,” “Back to the knowledge. Guest’s documentary about Guest has produced numerous An additional exhibit, Future,” “TRON,” “Iron Man,” Numerous children’s activities World War II veteran, Nazi pris- films for PBS and has produced “Alternating Currents,” contains a “Blade Runner,” “Batman” and and photo opportunities are also oner of war and psychoanalyst and directed pieces for Warner diverse arrays of EVs throughout “Halo.” In addition to the vehicles, available. Visitors can pose in a Dr. Bernard W. Bail. A Q&A ses- Brothers and Disney, including history including modern-day exam- the space also includes a Microsoft Honda raced by Scott Dixon and par- sion with Guest will follow the video documentaries about “The ples. The exhibit includes the 2009 Hololens Augmented Reality experi- ticipate in the Forza Motorsport screening. West Wing,” “John Lennon: Tesla Model S Prototype 1, ence called “Worlds Reimagined” Racing Experience in the Bobby Narrated by Emmy-winning Imagine with Yoko Ono,” ElectraMeccanica’s SOLO, a Karma that tells the stories of the “Back to Rahal Family Gallery. actor Peter Coyote, “And Now, “National Treasure,” “The O.C.,” SC1 Vision Concept, Bollinger B1 the Future” Delorean and “Halo” The Petersen Automotive Love” is the story of the now 96- “High School Musical,” and many electric bikes. Warthog. Museum is located at 6060 Wilshire year-old Bail, who was shot “Whatever Happened to Baby Located in the Mullin Family The Petersen will also offer spe- Blvd. For information, visit down over Nazi Germany. Jane?” and “Without A Trace.” Grand Salon, “Hollywood Dream cial programming, displays and petersen.org. Imprisoned in a German hospital, Admission to the museum and he fell in love with his German screening are free. The Los nurse who introduced him to a Angeles Museum of the spiritual love that shaped his Holocaust is located at 100 S. career as a psychoanalyst. The Grove Drive. For informa- “And Now, Love” was named tion, visit lamoth.org. Temple seminars explore history of anti-Semitism AJC Los Angeles and Wilshire Denial/Distortion,” followed by Boulevard Temple are holding a “Anti-Semitism on the Left: Israel, “Global Briefing on Anti- Anti-Zionism and Intersectiona- Semitism: Past, Present and lity” on Feb. 27; “Anti-Semitism Future,” a series of seminars run- and the Muslim World: Conspiracy ning from Thursday, Jan. 9, Theories, Political Islam and Iran” through Thursday, April 2. on March 5; and “AJC Practicum: Anti-semitism has been called Best Practices in Combating Anti- the world’s longest hatred. Semitism Online, On Campus and Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel On Both Sides of the Aisle” on recalled, “We were there. We saw April 2. our parents, we saw our friends die Featured speakers will be Holly because of anti-Semitism.” Huffnagle, assistant director of Guests can now join AJC Los international relations for AJC Los Angeles and Wilshire Boulevard Angeles; Dr. Saba Soomekh, assis- Temple for an engaging and tant director of interreligious and thought-provoking dialogue about intergroup affairs for AJC Los contemporary anti-Semitism, its Angeles; and Stefan Schneider, origins and what is being done to Consul General of Germany. combat it. Additional seminars in The seminars will be held at the series will be held on Feb. 27, Wilshire Boulevard Temple’s March 5 and April 2 at 7:30 p.m. Irmas Campus, 11661 W. Olympic Light refreshments will be served. Blvd. For information, visit The seminar on Jan. 9 is titled eventbrite.com/e/global-briefing- “Christian Anti-Judaism, White on-antisemitism-past-present- Supremacy & Holocaust future-tickets-79082199989. Program focuses on film history Hollywood Heritage welcomes Gloria Jean and Ann Rutherford. actress Cora Sue Collins for a dis- Collins will host a screening of cussion and screening on the videotaped evening enhanced Wednesday, Jan. 8, at 7:30 p.m. with stills and film clips by editor On Sept. 7, 1979, Collins held a Les Perkins. party gathering childhood acting A Q & A session with Collins is friends from the 1930s and 1940s. also included. General admission is The event included Jackie Cooper, $15. The Hollywood Heritage Donald O’Connor, Peggy Ryan, Museum is located at 2100 N. Jane Withers, Roddy McDowall, Highland Ave. For information, Peggy Ann Garner, Jane Powell, visit hollywoodheritage.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 25 January 2, 2020 American Jewish community shaken by multiple attacks, anti-Semitic incidents From page 1 a statement. “No one in this country should be fearful of practicing their religion, yet that’s exactly what we’re witnessing … We must stem the tide of these hate crimes. Freedom of religion is a foundation of our way of life, and more must be done to ensure that freedom is available to everyone.” U.S. Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Torrance) called the attack “deeply upsetting” on Twitter. “Sadly, anti-Semitism has touched [my district] too, and it’s disturbing to see acts of viciousness harm Jewish communities around the country. We must fight for justice for victims and against hatred,” Lieu said. U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff (D- Burbank) said on Twitter that his photo by Cameron Kiszla “thoughts are with the community and those who were injured.” photo by Morgan Keith Two programs at Fairfax High School, the Career and Transition The Dec. 14 vandalism at Nessah Synagogue in Beverly Hills is believed Center and the Fairfax Police Academy Magnet, would have been to be one of more than 10 attacks on Jews in the U.S. last month. affected by the addition of the middle school. “This is a moment in American history punched, assaulted and called eth- force will have to come from the nic slurs in recent weeks, Hier said. White House. where change must He wants to stop the recent rise “We will try to approach and also School district officials come. We can’t of anti-Semitic attacks before they reach out to members of Congress worsen. In Nazi Germany, the cli- to support this. This is a bipartisan address this max of hate was the Holocaust, the issue. This is not a Republican issue plan more outreach question the way systematic killing of Jews and or a Democratic issue,” Hier said. other people, but the hatred began Hier said political leaders on both we’ve addressed it years earlier with isolated acts of sides will have to stand up to anti- before board vote for the last decades. violence and hate, which then Semitism in their own parties, and grew into national policy. Hier said he highlighted examples of the dan- From page 5 We have to make a he sees parallels between the time gers of hate on both sides of the that’s there whatever they want to it’s “probably the right thing” to turn and say this is just before the rise of the Nazis and aisle. do,” Viso said. delay the planned school in light the situation in the United States “White supremacists are the same Aris Biegler, United Teachers of the issues raised by opponents, a turning moment in today. as the extremists on the left. They’re Los Angeles chapter chair for and he hopes the additional out- “Some people said, ‘these are both the enemies of the United American history. Fairfax High, said the loss of reach and discussion can be used small incidents … a few people that States of America,” Hier said. space could also negatively to “make it even better.” Let’s accept the don’t speak for the whole country.’ Hier said politicians on both sides impact Fairfax’s plan to start an “It’s really frustrating, because It all starts that way. But if you of the aisle need to soften their challenge.” International Baccalaureate pro- we did a lot of work, but the con- don’t nip it in the bud, it can happen rhetoric, and everyday Americans gram at the school. cerns on the other side are legiti- anywhere again,” Hier said. need to educate themselves and oth- “We plan on climbing our mate concerns. It would be won- -Rabbi Marvin Hier, To stem the tide of hate, Hier ers about the dangers of hate. enrollment through that program, derful to have this up and run- founder, CEO and president of called on President Donald Trump Otherwise, history could tragically so it would be a real kick in the ning, but this extra time will the Simon Wiesenthal Center to fund a task force within the repeat itself. side to see a middle school come allow us to make sure everything Federal Bureau of Investigation to “This is a moment in American and take up space, then see we that needs to be addressed will be “24/7 concentrate on anti-Semitism history where change must come. can’t expand,” Biegler said. addressed. If it’s not done right, it “I am deeply disturbed by the in the United States.” Hier, who We can’t address this question the Hylan “Tee” Hubbard, a sup- will be a mess. I’d rather have it steep rise in anti-Semitic violence gave an invocation at Trump’s inau- way we’ve addressed it for the last porter of the plan for WHFA, said done right,” Hubbard said. … There is no place for this hate in guration, said he will write a letter decades. We have to make a turn our society,” Schiff said. or otherwise attempt to speak with and say this is a turning moment in Multiple other Jewish people Trump about the task force, as he American history. Let’s accept the have reported being slapped, thinks the budget for such a task challenge,” Hier said. A flash of K-Pop caps off Robin to join Batman on Hollywood Walk of Fame BOLD Holidays

Burt Ward, who played Robin on ducer Saul David, who arranged for the “Batman” television series, will him to sign with a Hollywood be honored with the 2,683rd star on agent. His first interview was set up the Hollywood Walk of Fame on at 20th Century Fox Studios, and a Jan. 9. Ward’s star, dedicated in the few weeks later, Burt was called category of television, will be locat- back for a screen test with Adam ed at 6764 Hollywood Blvd. in front West. of the Guinness World of Records It wasn’t until six weeks after the Museum. screen test that Burt learned that he “Burt Ward and his character had won the coveted role of Robin, Robin have been cult heroes for the Boy Wonder in the new many years to fans of all ages. We “Batman” TV series for ABC. are thrilled to honor Burt with his Executive Producer William Dozier star and happy to have been able to told Ward that he was chosen out of place Ward’s star next to the star of more than 1,100 other young actors television’s Batman, Adam West, trying out for the role of Robin and one the creators of the Batman photo courtesy of the Hollywood Chamber of because the producers believed that Commerce character, Bob Kane,” said Ana “If there really was a real ‘Robin, Martinez, producer of the Burt Ward The Boy Wonder,’ then Burt would Hollywood Walk of Fame. “We be it,” so they requested him to “just welcome him to our Walk of Fame and was featured in “Strange as It be himself and be enthusiastic.” photos © Vince Bucci family, and I cannot wait to say Seems,” a predecessor to the “Batman” was an overnight sensa- On Dec. 21, Beverly Hills Mayor John Mirisch participated in a ‘Holy Walk of Fame star, Burt!’ Ripley’s “Believe It Or Not” and tion, and audiences fell in love the surprise K-Pop-themed flash mob on Rodeo Drive. when he arrives to dedicate his star “The Guinness Book Of World dynamic duo of West and Ward, who The flash mob featured 55 dancers, including 11 from the cheer that day.” Records.” With the help of his continued to do movies, TV shows squad at Beverly Hills High School. Growing up, Ward had all the father, a prominent real estate bro- and appearances, individually and The event, which was organized by the city as part of BOLD makings of a true boy wonder. At ker in Beverly Hills, Ward became together, until West’s death in 2017. Holidays, was held on the last day of BOLD, which stands for the age of two, he was the youngest one of the youngest real estate For information, visit walkof- Beverly Hills Open Later Days. professional ice skater in the world agents in California and met pro- fame.com. For information, visit beverlyhills.org. 26 January 2, 2020 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press West Hollywood Park will Councilman aims to become controller From page 1 honor struggle against AIDS council looking for efficiencies,” said Koretz, who has served on the From page 1 Budget Committee since 2009 and Santa Monica Boulevard was jected for 2021, although it has was also chairman of the Audits and created in 1993 and consists of previously been delayed and Government Efficiency Committee. sidewalks embedded with bronze could be rescheduled, Valenzuela “When I first got on the council, I memorial plaques. said. found that the city was paying its The AIDS Monument’s con- The Foundation for The AIDS bills too early to avoid late fees. By struction will be included in the Monument is still seeking dona- paying bills too early, we were cut- final stages of the park’s renovations to fund construction. To ting ourselves out of a couple mil- tion. The groundbreaking is pro- donate, visit aidsmonument.org. lion dollars a year [in interest]. The controller also does policy audits. I’d like to look at how we are doing in reaching our goals on climate change. Also, why do we have as Neighbors raised no many contracts as we do? These are the types of issues that are perfect for me to follow up on, given my photo by Edwin Folven construction concerns background in politics for the past City Councilman Paul Koretz, pictured at a press conference where he 30 years.” advocated for rainforest protection, wants to continue his environmental From page 1 The city controller serves multiple work as city controller. halt on both dates for holiday November as well as posted on functions, including chief account- moratoriums. The memorandum the city’s website, according to ing officer and auditor for Los outlines the procedures and con- the staff report. Angeles. The office also oversees Beverly Grove District, has served local neighborhoods. He has also ditions for the construction of the The Saban Theater, located payroll and spending and serves as a in government for years. In the focused on animal rights and Wilshire/La Cienega Station. adjacent to the intersection of consultant to the City Council and 1970s, he served as an aide to then- healthcare, helping to enact a law Metro’s request, presented by Wilshire and La Cienega boule- departments on budgetary matters. It City Councilman Zev Yaroslavsky, requiring people to be 21 to pur- Public Works Department engi- vards, coordinates biweekly with has three divisions dedicated to 5th District, and Marvin Braude, chase tobacco products. neering manager Robert Welch, project representatives and auditing, accounting and fiscal 11th District. In the 1980s, he sup- In the private sector, Koretz would allow for a reduction in expressed no concerns, Welch analysis. Koretz praised the work of ported West Hollywood’s incorpo- served as the Southern California the overall schedule and project said. current Los Angeles City Controller ration as a city. director of the California League of impacts on the community, “This seems like a reasonable Ron Galperin, who was elected as After working as a deputy to Conservation Voters and executive according to the staff report. accommodation to me and I’m city controller in 2013 and reelected West Hollywood City Councilman director of the nonprofit Jewish Welch said the department not aware of downsides of doing in 2017. Galperin will also be Alan Viterbi, Koretz ran for office Labor Committee. His supporters received no concerns from the it,” Councilman Robert termed out in 2022. in 1988 and served for 12 years on for the office of city controller public about the request. Wunderlich said. “[Galperin] has done an excellent the West Hollywood City Council. include Los Angeles Mayor Eric Digitally and hand-delivered The Purple Line Extension job. I think he is one of the most He promoted the city economy and Garcetti, City Council President notices were distributed to sur- work at the Wilshire/La Cienega qualified city controllers in the helped enact rent regulations to pro- Herb Wesson, Council President- rounding neighborhoods within a Station is in the station construc- city’s history,” Koretz said. “I’d tect tenants. He was also involved elect Nury Martinez and Council quarter-mile radius of the project tion phase. “Metro and its con- never dream of running against him, with enacting gun legislation Members Curren Price, Bob site. The possibility of work was tractor, Skanska Traylor Shea, but he’s termed out. I think it would including West Hollywood’s ban on Blumenfield, Jose Huizar and additionally included in the estimate that this phase will be be a good fit.” automatic rifles and “Saturday night Monica Rodriguez. Support among December look-ahead given to complete in 2022,” the staff Koretz, a son of Holocaust sur- specials” – inexpensive and easily state leaders includes Assembly neighbors and stakeholders in report reads. vivors and a longtime resident of the concealable handguns that were Speaker Anthony Rendon and often used by criminals – as well as Treasurer Fiona Ma. Some unions animal rights issues. have also pledged support, includ- In 2000, Koretz was elected to ing the United Firefighters of Los Defendants guilty in toner cartridge sales scam the state Assembly representing Angeles. the 42nd District, and served the “During the 10 years we have A federal jury recently found Material Distribution Center, PDM tims had signed order confirmation maximum three terms allowed served on the City Council together, seven people guilty of mail fraud Marketing, Bird Coop Industries, forms. IDC also failed to disclose under state law. He authored more I have found Paul Koretz to be of the and conspiracy for their involve- Inc. and Copier Products Center; its relationships to the telemarketing than 70 bills including legislation highest integrity and trustworthi- ment in a decades-long, multi-mil- Jonathan M. Brightman, 52, owner companies that had actually bro- to reduce gun violence and ness,” Wesson said. “He has been lion dollar telemarketing scheme of Copy Com Distribution, Inc., kered the fraudulent deals. improve conditions for workers. consistently focused on ways to save that targeted thousands of small Independent Cartridge Supplier and In many cases, IDC employees Koretz was a member of the state the city money through efficiencies. businesses and charities. Corporate Products; Sharon threatened victims with collections Assembly’s Revenue and Tax He has been one of the key members During a seven-week trial in Scandaliato Virag, 54, who owned or legal action if they did not pay an Committee, and previously served of our Budget Committee and has United States District Court, the XL Supply, Inc.; Tammi L. invoice. In the cases in which IDC as chief of staff to former State helped guide us through tough fiscal jury heard evidence that members Williams, 44, office manager at agreed to take back toner, victims Board of Equalization Chair Brad times. Paul is the perfect choice for of the conspiracy – going as far Elite Office Supply and an employ- were forced to pay significant Sherman. our next city controller.” back as 1988 – stole from more than ee for Specialty Business Center, restocking fees. As a member of the Los Angeles Koretz said he will be devoting 50,000 victims by posing as their Rancho Office Supply and Select Most victims received toner at no City Council, Koretz has focused more time to the upcoming election regular supplier of printer toner and Imaging Supplies; and Francis S. extra cost as part of their printer or on fiscal responsibility and quality in the coming months. Per city reg- selling them toner at greatly inflated Scimeca, 54, who owned Supply copier service agreements. The tele- of life issues. He fought to have ulations, Koretz will not be able to prices. Over one six-year span, vic- Central Distribution, Inc. and marketers knew there had not been regulations enacted prohibiting form a campaign committee and tims sent more than $126 million to Priority Office Supply. a price increase for toner, and failed mansionization that he believes begin official campaign activities the telemarketing scammers. Each defendant was found guilty to disclose that the prices they were was destroying the character of until March. The defendants who were found of one count of conspiracy to com- charged were two to 10 times the guilty today are Gilbert N. mit mail fraud. Michaels also was regular cost of toner, according to Michaels, 77, of west Los Angeles, found guilty of 10 counts of mail authorities. who orchestrated the scheme. fraud and five counts of money Another aspect of the fraud Michaels owned and operated IDC laundering. Milheiser, Brightman involved telemarketers failing to LAPD focuses attention on Servco, a Culver City-based busi- and Scimeca were also found guilty disclose that they were affiliated ness that sold toner to small busi- of mail fraud. with IDC. In a series of court orders nesses, charities (such as Easter The telemarketers typically posed dating to November 1988, Michaels high-collision intersections Seals Disability Services and the as regular suppliers and told and his companies were prohibited The Los Angeles Police The task force’s goal is to United Way), schools, churches, employees of the companies they from making false statements – Department recently began addi- reduce traffic collisions at specif- city governments and other entities. targeted that the price of toner had such as that they were a usual sup- tional enforcement at intersec- ic intersections that have the Additional defendants included increased, they had not been noti- plier of photocopier supplies or that tions in the west Los Angeles highest incident of fatalities and James R. Milheiser, 53, who owned fied of the increase and the victims there had been price change – and area with a high incidence of col- severe injuries through education had a chance to purchase toner at they were required to provide over- lisions and violations. and enforcement. The Los the previous, lower price. Believing sight to independent sales compa- Answers From Page 21 Known as the Directed Angeles Department of that they were dealing with their nies. Enforcement Task Force, author- Transportation and LAPD part- regular supplier of toner, employees Michaels violated the court ities from the department’s ner on safety programs through- at signed order confirmation forms, orders by working with and provid- Operations-West Bureau targeted out the city of Los Angeles as which prompted defendant ing financing to independent sales the intersections of Santa Monica part of Vision Zero, which seeks Michaels’ company to ship toner to companies that were engaged in Boulevard and Century Park to end traffic deaths by 2025. The victims and send invoices that deceptive and fraudulent practices, East, as well as Westwood and Directed Enforcement Task demanded payment at inflated despite the fact that IDC received Sepulveda boulevards. Force is a data-driven effort prices. hundreds of thousands of com- Additional intersections included focused on locations where colli- When the victim companies real- plaints from victims claiming they Century and Sepulveda boule- sions can be prevented through ized they had been scammed, they had been defrauded. vards, Lincoln and Washington education, enforcement and engi- called IDC Servco to complain. The Fourteen other defendants boulevards, and Manchester neering. victims were typically told that the charged in this case previously Avenue and Sepulveda For information, visit lapdon- company could not cancel the order pleaded guilty to federal criminal Boulevard. line.org. or refund money because the vic- charges. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 27 January 2, 2020 Classified Advertising (323)933-5518 • email:[email protected] BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY

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