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Volume 29 No. 51 Serving the Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities December 19, 2019 Suspect arrested for Thank your lucky shamrock – Bergin’s is back synagogue vandalism n New team reopens Fairfax landmark n Alleged perpetrator found in Hawaii BY CAMERON KISZLA BY EDWIN FOLVEN for his arrest and tracked Redding to Kona, Hawaii, where he was After nearly two years, the Irish The Beverly Hills Police taken into custody and is being held pub Tom Bergin’s has reopened in Department has arrested a 24-year- without bail pending an extradition the Miracle Mile. The bar and old man from Pennsylvania for hearing. He is charged with vandal- eatery, located at 840 S. Fairfax allegedly vandalizing the Nessah ism of a religious property and Ave., closed after St. Patrick’s Synagogue at 142 S. Rexford Drive commercial burglary, with the Day last year. on Dec. 14. penalty enhancement that it was a Brothers David and Francis The suspect, Anton Nathaniel hate crime. Castagnetti, the operators of the Redding, was identified on Dec. 17 Beverly Hills officials newly reopened Bergin’s, said using security video and forensic their soft opening began with evidence. Police obtained a warrant See Police page 33 friends and family on Dec. 12 and 13, and the general public was photo by Cameron Kiszla welcomed on Saturday, Dec. 14. The walls and ceilings of Tom Bergin’s are covered with shamrocks “It was busy all night long,” denoting the Irish pub’s regular customers. David Castagnetti said. For now, Tom Bergin’s is open ously ran Firefly in Studio City Bergin’s, and when they moved to from 5 p.m. to midnight on and Union in Pasadena, said they Los Angeles in the early 2000s, Monday and Thursday, from 5 were “honored” to be picked to both brothers’ homes were nearby, p.m. to 2 a.m. on Friday and reopen the famed eatery, which as was that of their mother, who Saturday, and 11 a.m. to mid- has been a popular watering hole lived in Park La Brea. night on Sunday. Bergin’s is since it opened in 1936. Bergin’s “This was our hood for a long, closed on Tuesday and moved to the Fairfax location in long time,” Francis Castagnetti Wednesday, though the 1949, where it was frequented by said. Castagnettis said that is likely to notable figures like actor Cary The Castagnettis came aboard change in the next 30 to 45 days, Grant and President Ronald to operate the pub in late August, in which the restaurant will be Reagan. and the only changes they’ve photo by Morgan Keith open seven days a week. The Castagnettis said they have Nessah Synagogue was broken into and vandalized on Dec. 14. The Castagnettis, who previ- great respect for the history of See Apartment page 34 Preserving BHHS classic 1929 design Whisky to stay stay n Seismic retrofit, technology upgrade on Sunset Strip underway n Famed music venue building as part of its consent BY MORGAN KEITH calendar. declared landmark in The Whisky, located at 8901 On Dec. 12, officials from Beverly West Hollywood Sunset Blvd., was built in 1923 in Hills Unified School District and the Art Deco style, but the build- ProWest Constructors gave a tour BY CAMERON KISZLA ing is best known as a popular unveiling their seismic retrofitting music venue in the 1960s, 1970s progress and plans for the Beverly On Dec. 16, Whisky a Go Go and early 1980s. Many popular Hills High School campus. on the Sunset Strip was officially rock ‘n’ roll bands performed on Construction crews began the designated a local cultural the Whisky’s stage, including seismic retrofitting on the campus’ resource in West Hollywood. some that would later be inducted 1929 buildings, which will make The City Council unanimously the school more earthquake resis- gave the final approval for the See Concert page 35 tant. The structures have been designated B1-B4 and are in different phases of construction. Student photo by Morgan Keith instruction is occurring in other ProWest and BHUSD construction crews continued renovations on the buildings. section of Beverly Hills High School’s campus near Moreno Drive. “The consensus right now is we’d like to preserve that original ProWest owner Jeffrey Rising diaphragm and allow the existing look and blend that original con- pointed out original Norman trusses structure to be maintained as an struction into the final project,” said in B1 in what will serve as a media open space. The room will have Jeff Pylman, executive bond pro- room, as well as orange steel rein- several large-screen TVs and break- gram manager for Team Concept forcements, put in after the 1933 out study rooms, with data and Development Services, Inc., which Long Beach earthquake. power running underneath the car- manages BHUSD’s construction “This is probably the best way to pet so that the room can be easily program. see, in one room, the impact of the reconfigured. To achieve this, crews are replac- seismic upgrade in a glance,” Additionally, B1 will house a ing the four buildings’ clay roof Rising said. reading lab and a college and career He said the crew put “porcupine center. photo by Cameron Kiszla tiles with replicas made by the com- Many artists and bands who have performed at the Whisky a Go Go pany who manufactured the origi- beams” around the existing struc- in West Hollywood have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall nals, Ludowici. ture that act as a structural steel See School page 35 of Fame. 2 December 19, 2019 CALENDAR Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Family art activity Arena Cinelounge Theatre Forty Families will enjoy “Pop-up Art-mak- Arena Cinelounge Sunset is holding ing Activities” on Thursday, Dec. 19, screenings of “Heavy Water,” “Lost holiday party from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Los Holiday,” “Kaddish” and “Santa Fake” Theatre Forty will host its holiday show Angeles County Museum of Art. The running from Friday, Dec. 20, through on Saturday, Dec. 21, at 2:30 p.m. in the event will offer new ideas for inspira- Thursday, Dec. 26. “Heavy Water” is a Westwood Branch Library. tion and hands-on activities for children documentary that follows big wave Professional actors will read seasonal and those young at heart. Participants surfer Nathan Fletcher through the evo- poems, stories and essays from authors can stop by the Family Welcome table lution of surfing and his relationship such as F. Scott Fitzgerald and E.B. on the museum’s Smidt Welcome Plaza with big waves. “Lost Holiday” is a White. Readers include Katherine for instructions. 5905 Wilshire Blvd. comedy and mystery about a New York Henryk, Daniel Leslie, Melanie lacma.org. social worker who finds herself MacQueen, LeeAnne Rowe and Gloria embroiled in the kidnapping of a Stroock. Admission is free and candy Washington, D.C. socialite. “Kaddish” will be served. 1246 Glendon Ave. ‘A Snow White is the testament of a former concentra- (213)385-5515. theatre40.org. tion camp prisoner who sheds light on Christmas’ the tragic history of the families of two Lythgoe Family Panto’s 10-year young people from different worlds. Adam Lambert anniversary production of “A Snow “Santa Fake” follows a young Irish Goldenvoice presents vocalist Adam White Christmas” runs from man who has emigrated to the United Lambert in concert on Saturday, Dec. Thursday, Dec. 19, through Sunday, States and finds himself caught up in an 21, at the El Rey Theatre. Novena Dec. 22, at the Pasadena Civic escalating whirlwind of shenanigans. Carmel opens the show. Doors open at Auditorium. In an updated version of Showtimes vary; see schedule. 8 and the show starts at 9 p.m. Tickets the classic fairy tale, Princess Snow Admission is $16. 6464 Sunset Blvd. are $49.50; $55 at the door. 5515 White joins forces with the Seven (323)924-1644, arenascreen.com. Wilshire Blvd. theelrey.com. Dwarfs to defeat her wicked aunt, the Queen. In the style of British panto, audiences are encouraged to interact Winter Holiday Holocaust by booing the villains and cheering for the hero. The family-friendly produc- Festival survivor talk tion with a comedic twist includes photo courtesy of Impro Theatre Families won’t want to miss the Expo Holocaust survivor Steven Kovary will dancing and contemporary music. The Broad Stage presents the return of Impro Theatre with “Jane Austen Center’s 16th annual Winter Holiday speak about his experiences on Sunday, Showtimes are 7 p.m., Dec. 19-20; 1 UnScripted” on Saturday, Dec. 21, at 4 and 8 p.m. Austen wrote only six Festival on Dec. 22, from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Los and 5 p.m., Dec. 21-22. Tickets start at Saturday, Dec. 21, Angeles Museum of the Holocaust. novels, but her wit and wisdom left readers hungry for more. Impro $28. 300 E. Green St. (626)449-7360, from 10 a.m. to 1 Kovary was born in Budapest in 1941. thepasadenacivic.com. Theatre’s “Jane Austen UnScripted” gives audiences a chance to imag- p.m. The event When his parents were sent to a forced ine other books she might have written. The company starts with audi- includes free holi- labor camp, they made arrangements ence suggestions and creates a world of love-struck girls, brooding day festivities, arts for him to go with a Red Cross opera- Tribute to Jolson noblemen and charming cads. Although hearts are sure to be broken, and crafts, food tive, who placed him in a safe house and Crosby true love will win out in the end. Tickets start at $39. 1310 11th St., Santa and entertainment. under the protection of Swedish diplo- Monica. (310)434-3200, thebroadstage.org. Take photos with mats. A Q&A session follows the dis- Join entertainer Michael Sherman for a Santa Claus, show off moves at an out- cussion. 100 S. The Grove Dr. special show paying tribute to Al Jolson door synthetic ice skating rink and visit (323)651-3704, lamoth.org. and Bing Crosby on Friday, Dec. 20, at the snow play area to build snowmen 12:45 p.m. at the Plummer Park Senior him how his death would affect those Howland, with lyrics by Mindi and slide down a snow-packed hill in a Center in West Hollywood. Enjoy close to him. The film also stars Donna Dickstein. The story follows the March sled. Children can receive a free gift ‘Einstein!’ songs, trivia and histories about the leg- Reed as Bailey’s love interest in a role sisters as they are growing up during during the toy giveaway portion of the Enjoy Jack Fry’s one-man show endary performers. Admission is free. that established her as a star. 6712 the Civil War. Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy event. 3980 Bill Robertson Lane, “Einstein!” on Sunday, Dec. 22, at 3 7377 Santa Monica Blvd. (323)654- Hollywood Blvd. americancinemathe- live in Concord, Massachusetts, with Exposition Park. (213)202-2700, p.m. at the Santa Monica Playhouse. 6505. quecalendar.com. their Marmee laparks.org/expo. Set in 1914 in Berlin, the solo play while their father is follows a young Albert Einstein as he off fighting in the struggles to prove his theory of gener- ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ ‘Little Women, The war. Filled with Autry guided tours al relativity while his personal and American Cinematheque is holding a Broadway Musical’ adventure, heart- Take a guided tour of the Autry professional lives are threatened at screening of the holiday classic “It’s a break and a sense Museum of the American West on every turn. Told with humor and heart, Wonderful Life” on Friday, Dec. 20, at Don’t miss the final shows on of hope, the strug- Saturday, Dec. 21, and Sunday, Dec. “Einstein!” draws on the recent 7:30 p.m. at the Egyptian Theatre. Kentwood Players’ “Little Women, The gle of the “Little 22, at 11 a.m., and 1 and 3 p.m. View release of 15,000 documents and Fry’s Director Frank Capra’s inspiring film Broadway Musical” on Friday, Dec. 20, Women” to find their own voices mir- the museum’s exhibits with guides who three years of research to show a side tells the story of George Bailey (James and Saturday, Dec. 21, at 8 p.m. at the rors the growing pains of young provide context and insight about the of the genius during the most chal- Stewart), who is about to commit sui- Westchester Playhouse. The show is America. Tickets are $27. 8301 Hindry content. Tours are free with $14 muse- lenging period of his life. Tickets are cide on New Year’s Eve until an angel based on the novel by Louisa May Ave. (310)645-5156, kentwoodplay- um admission. 4700 Western Heritage $45. 1211 Fourth St. santamoni- named Clarence (Henry Travers) shows Alcott and includes music by Jason ers.org. Way. theautry.org. caplayhouse.com.

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that require review by the Planning For projects in multi-family Beverly Hills enacts city’s first ordinance to Commission will be required to zones or in commercial-residential send an “adjacent neighbor mailed zones, developers must host a com- notice” to all properties within 100 munity meeting for all residents require inclusion of affordable housing feet of the project site. The notice and property owners within 1,000 will be sent by a courier service, feet or on the same block as the site. n Council also cipal of the Keyser Marston projects – must be rented as afford- such as FedEx, so that city staff can The meeting will take place as Associates, which helped craft the able units. If only one affordable track the notice and confirm that it part of the project’s application; increases some in-lieu rates, said the high price of unit is required, it may be rented to was delivered. otherwise, it would count toward noticing requirements land in Beverly Hills means the in- a very-low-, low- or moderate- Staff proposed that the notice only the five-meeting limit imposed by lieu rates must be high as well. income household. When more than go out to single-family properties SB 330. BY CAMERON KISZLA “I do have the concern that if the one affordable unit is created, the within 49 feet of the project site, but The Beverly Hills Planning fees are too high, people are not affordability level will alternate Councilwoman Lili Bosse pushed Commission was not in support of On Dec. 17, the Beverly Hills going to want to build. I think we between units set aside for very- for the distance to be increased and the idea of community meetings, as City Council unanimously adopted have to keep that in the back of our low- and low-income households for multi-family housing residents to it believed the requirement would a temporary urgency ordinance minds,” Vice Mayor Lester and those for moderate-income be included as well. be arduous for applicants and city regarding affordable housing and Friedman said. households. The units do not have “These are residents. I’m sorry, staff alike, but the City Council noticing for some types of projects. Mayor John Mirisch argued that to be included at the site of the but I’m not going to say that agreed that community members The urgency ordinance, which even with high in-lieu fees, the development; they simply must be because you live in multi-family, should be brought into the develop- went into effect at midnight after city’s cachet means that developers within the city limits of Beverly you don’t count and you don’t get ment process at an early stage. the meeting, puts the new rules in will want to build housing in Hills. noticed, but if you live in single- “More information is always bet- place before Jan. 1, when Senate Beverly Hills. Mirisch argued that while some family, you do,” she said. ter,” Mirisch said. Bill 330’s limitations on local con- nearby cities went too far in pushing trol over development and housing for affordable housing – some pro- go into effect. “Developers can jects in Santa Monica require 30% Beverly Hills now has its first get more for their affordable housing to be included – Three candidates running inclusionary housing ordinance, he thought Beverly Hills could do which establishes baseline require- money, even with better than 10%. ments for including affordable units more expensive “I think we’re being a little in multi-family housing projects of wimpy, or maybe conservative is for Council District 4 seat five or more total units. land, because of the word,” Mirisch said. On Dec. 16, Los Angeles City dom alphabet drawing was con- For projects that will create the name Beverly Some council members said the Clerk Holly L. Wolcott released ducted by the Secretary of State’s between five and nine total units, interim ordinance might be adjusted the official list of candidates who office to determine the order in one unit must be set aside for low- Hills.” before its enacted as a permanent have qualified to appear on the which candidates’ names will income households. If the develop- ordinance. ballot for the March 2020 prima- appear on the ballot. ers would prefer, they can pay an -Mayor John Mirisch “My general thinking is that for an ry nominating election. After the drawing, the ballot in-lieu fee to the city’s affordable interim ordinance, we ought to be on For Council District 4, incum- will list Raman first, followed by housing trust fund. The in-lieu fees the conservative side,” Councilman bent City Councilman David Ryu Ryu and Levy. are calculated per square foot of “With the name that we have and Robert Wunderlich said. will face homelessness nonprofit For individuals who wish to development, and the rate ranges the brand, there’s a huge incentive The council also put in place new leader Nithya Raman and writer become write-in candidates, the between $58 per square foot and to build upscale. Developers can get noticing requirements for some and women’s advocate Sarah write-in candidate filing period is $105 per square foot, increasing as more for their money, even with development projects, which will Kate Levy. Jan. 6-Feb. 18, 2020. the number of units in the building more expensive land, because of the apply to future projects and projects In preparation for the consoli- For information, call the City increases. name Beverly Hills,” Mirisch said. whose applications have not yet dation of the city’s March 3, Clerk – Election Division at Some council members said they For projects that have 10 or more been deemed complete. 2020, municipal election with the (213)978-0444 or toll free at felt the fees might be too high, units, at least 10% of units – for After filing an application with County of Los Angeles’ presi- (888)873-1000, or visit though Kathe Head, managing prin- both apartment and condominium the city, all single-family projects dential primary election, a ran- clerk.lacity.org. 4 December 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Ax-wielding suspect sentenced Vandals damage 10 vehicles in West Hollywood

for attack in West Hollywood By edwin folven A man who authorities the store intervened and the Authorities in West Hollywood described a transient was sen- defendant confronted him, police are seeking help in locating a sus- tenced to nine years and six said. pect or suspects who vandalized 10 months in state prison on Dec. 12 A struggle ensued inside the vehicles overnight between Dec. 14 for attacking a man with an ax at store, according to evidence pre- and 15. a convenience store in West sented at in court. Brown left but The vehicles were parked on Hollywood in 2017. waited outside. When the man Norwich and Westbourne drives, as Kisu Brown, 44, pleaded no who intervened exited the store, well as Rosewood Avenue, in a contest in April to one count of the defendant struck him repeat- neighborhood south of Melrose attempted voluntary manslaugh- edly with an ax on the head and Avenue between San Vicente and ter. Brown also admitted inflict- body, Deputy District Attorney La Cienega boulevards. The own- ing great bodily injury on the vic- Shane Michael said. The victim ers found spray-painted graffiti on tim during the commission of the was taken to a hospital and treat- the vehicles on the morning of Dec. photo courtesy of WHWRA crime and using an ax as a deadly ed, and survived the attack. 15. The graffiti included numbers Lt. Bill Moulder, of the West Hollywood Sheriff’s Station, met with West and dangerous weapon. Detectives from the West and obscene images. Police are Hollywood West Residents Association President Leslie Karliss and investigating the crimes as vandal- At approximately 4 a.m. on Hollywood Sheriff’s Station encouraged victims to come forward. Sept. 2, 2017, Brown was con- launched an exhaustive investiga- ism. fronted by a clerk for allegedly tion and arrested Brown on Sept. “We understand that there are 10 shoplifting at a 7-Eleven store in 4 near Santa Monica Boulevard cars involved that were [parked] Residents Association, which sent on patrol know them, or if there is a the 7900 block of Santa Monica and Fairfax Avenue. He had been very close,” said Lt. Bill Moulder, emails warning about the crimes. picture, it can be made public. If Boulevard. A male customer in charged with attempted murder. with the West Hollywood Sheriff’s He added that investigators are anybody has a video, that would be Station. “We have seen some num- hopeful someone will come for- great. If anybody knows something bers like ‘666’ and some drawings. ward with footage from a home about it, that would be great.” Thus far, we haven’t seen anything security system that may have cap- Authorities met with West Police seek man who allegedly homophobic or anti-Semitic.” tured images of the crimes. Hollywood West Residents Moulder said patrols have been “Video is always the key thing,” Association President Leslie increased in the area and detectives Moulder said. “If the people com- Karliss on Monday to discuss the stole from Sephora stores are searching for clues. As of mitting the crimes happen to be incidents. She said people in the Tuesday, four or five people had transients, then a lot of the folks out neighborhood are concerned about on foot and By edwin folven reported the vandalism, and anyone the situation. escaped by blend- who was a victim is encouraged to “I am happy they are increasing One of two male suspects who ing into crowds. come forward and file a report. patrols, and I am hoping residents have allegedly stolen expensive Police released “We are still in the beginning will check their cameras for any perfume and cologne from a photograph of stage to determine the extent,” he information and forward it to the Sephora, including stores at The the suspects and added. “As far as we know, they sheriff’s department,” Karliss said. Grove and Beverly Center, is in video footage of went down the street and they all “It’s very disturbing and senseless. custody, and police are searching the crimes that James Henry occurred within the same time I am so sorry for the people who are for the other suspect. can be viewed by frame.” photo courtesy of WHWRA affected.” Det. Fernando Prieto, with the visiting lapdonline.org. Anyone Moulder said authorities became Graffiti was scrawled on 10 vehi- Anyone with information is Los Angeles Police Department’s with information is urged to call aware of vandalism through reports cles in West Hollywood overnight urged to call the West Hollywood Commercial Crimes Division, said (213)486-6940. from the West Hollywood West between Dec. 14 and 15. Sheriff’s Station at (310)855-8850. a combination of security camera footage, witness accounts and investigative work resulted in the identification of two suspects, Brian Keith Upton, 29, and James Warm Wishes for a Terrific Holiday Season Stephen Henry, 31. Authorities presented their evidence to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, which filed multiple grand theft charges and issued warrants for the two men. Prieto said Upton was found to be in custody on an unrelated charge last weekend. Henry is still being sought.

“They know where all the stores are and they target certain perfumes and colognes.”

-Det. Fernando Prieto, Commercial Crimes Division

Prieto said the pair has struck 11 times in the LAPD’s jurisdiction and has also targeted stores in Beverly Hills, Marina Del Rey, Pasadena and Santa Monica. In addition to The Grove and Beverly Center, they are believed to have targeted the Sephora store at the Westfield Century City Mall. “They know what they are doing,” Prieto said. “They know where all the stores are and they target certain perfumes and colognes.” The alleged thefts occurred between June and October. In each case, the thieves casually entered the store with backpacks or shopping bags, walked up to displays and allegedly stole large amounts of Chanel and Tom Ford products. In some cases, the losses were val- ued at $1,000 to $2,000, Prieto U.S. Representative, 33rd District, Ted Lieu, Betty, Brennan & Austin said. The items were not in locked Paid for by Ted Lieu for Congress cases, he added. The suspects fled Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 December 19, 2019 Carthay Circle residents parley with Metro n Officials and residents talk rail route at meeting BY MORGAN KEITH

Approximately 60 people gathered on Dec. 11 at Carthay School of Environmental Studies Magnet for a neighborhood meeting with Metro about the Crenshaw photo by Morgan Keith Northern Extension. Beverly Hills Vice Mayor Lester Friedman, Councilwoman Lili Metro is considering options for Bosse, Mayor John Mirisch and Councilmen Julian Gold and Robert the extension’s route, which would Wunderlich attended the opening of the Grand Reading Room. connect to the Crenshaw/LAX line and provide service between south- photo by Morgan Keith ern and central portions of Los Attendees gathered at Carthay School of Environmental Studies Magnet Angeles. Although location studies to view a Metro presentation on the Crenshaw Northern Extension and Beverly Hills Public Library are already underway, ground- have a public discussion. breaking for the alignment would most of whom were Carthay Circle Neighborhood resident and urban not begin until 2041 and service residents, opposed one of the line’s planner Mónica Carlos Tellalian, revamps room for patrons would start in 2047, said David proposed locations, San Vicente who helped organize the meeting, Mieger, Metro’s senior executive Boulevard, for a multitude of rea- opposed the San Vicente option Since the first library patrons officer of long range transportation BY MORGAN KEITH sons including upzoning, or chang- because it would bisect the Carthay were allowed to access the Grand planning and mobility corridors. ing zoning to allow for higher-value Circle historic preservation overlay Beverly Hills City Council Reading Room four weeks ago, “A lot of people, including folks or more dense uses. zone and its proximity to her daugh- members and library administra- city librarian Karen Buth said from L.A. and the city of West “My biggest concern is that mass ters’ school, to which they walk tors gathered for the opening of they’ve received positive feed- Hollywood said, ‘We want to see transit is a Trojan horse to redesign daily. the refurbished Beverly Hills back. the studies done now because we this area,” said Jonathan Bennett, “There’s a lot of pedestrian chal- Public Library’s Grand Reading “It’s finals week at a lot of the want to know where the line is who has lived in Carthay Circle for lenges already, so I can’t imagine a Room on Dec. 17. schools, so we’ve had a lot of going to be when you actually go to 60 years. train becoming part of the equa- The library opened at its cur- people in here,” Buth said. The build it, and we want to be ready in Brent Kidwell, president of the tion,” Carlos Tellalian said. rent location in 1965 and the Grand Reading Room updates the event that new funding becomes Carthay Circle Neighborhood Carlos Tellalian also expressed Grand Reading Room had not were designed by the city’s archi- available,’” Mieger said. Association, echoed concerns about concerns that Carthay Circle resi- been remodeled since 1991, tect, Mandana Motahari, and can In November 2018, the West upzoning if San Vicente Boulevard dents are taking comfort in uncon- Mayor John Mirisch said. now seat up to 76 patrons, Buth Hollywood City Council authorized was selected for the extension. firmed reports that the train would “I think you’ll agree that said. financial firms HR&A and Scully “One of the few remaining his- be below ground investing in our library is invest- In addition to bringing in new Capital to study how the city could toric neighborhoods is potentially Many residents at the meeting ing in our community,” he said. furniture and seating, the wood raise additional funds to accelerate in jeopardy of being totally mentioned that an above-ground Mirisch was joined by Vice was refinished, the electrical sys- the opening of the extension by destroyed by this train,” Kidwell train may not be possible on San Mayor Lester Friedman, tem was redone and cabinetry almost 20 years. West Hollywood said. “The upzoning law would Vicente because of the backup it Councilwoman Lili Bosse and was added so the library can now Mayor Pro Tempore Lindsey allow developers to raise homes would cause at intersections of Councilmen Julian Gold and display items. Horvath attended the meeting. and build ‘McMansions’ or devel- Robert Wunderlich at the ribbon- Many of the other attendees, opments.” See Residents page 34 cutting ceremony. See First page 35

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photo by Morgan Keith West Hollywood Park packed for impeachment rally

BY MORGAN KEITH “Trump’s actions clearly demonstrate an abuse of power,” Meister Hundreds of people gathered at said. If anyone else other than a West Hollywood Park on Dec. 7 to president did what he is doing now, rally in support of impeaching they would be in prison.” President Donald J. Trump. Meister also thanked House Attendees formed a circle, many Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-San waving signs advocating for Francisco) and U.S. Rep. Adam Trump’s removal, and listened to Schiff (D-Burbank) for their leader- the event’s speakers. ship. Members of the West Hollywood “Generation after generation City Council who spoke in favor of have fought to keep a united peo- Trump’s removal included Mayor ple,” Duran said. “Here we are Pro Tempore Lindsey Horvath, tonight, young and old, millennial Councilman John Duran, and boomer, black and brown, Councilwoman Lauren Meister and white and Asian, of every religion, Councilman John Heilman. West of every sexual orientation and gen- Hollywood Mayor John D’Amico der, united as a people to say, ‘This also attended the rally. will not stand.’”

photo courtesy of the La Kretz Innovation Campus The LADWP La Kretz Innovation Campus was honored as Project of the Year by the Los Angeles Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council. Gala honors sustainability On Dec. 11, the Los Angeles Ben Stapleton. chapter of the U.S. Green Building The SIAs are open to Southern Council focused on community as California projects certified from it presented the ninth-annual the previous year under any sustain- Sustainable Innovation Awards dur- ability rating system. The LADWP ing its 15th Green Gala. La Kretz Innovation Campus was The Project of the Year was honored as Project of the Year. awarded to the LADWP La Kretz The campus features creative and Innovation Campus in downtown inviting designs, including 2,100 Los Angeles, followed by awards to plants on a living wall that is main- seven more projects that went above tained with a drip-irrigation system and beyond in a range of categories. using recycled water, 100% storm The USGBC-LA also presented water collection, a 175-kilowatt Community Leadership awards, photovoltaic solar canopy with which included recognizing LA charging stations for electric vehi- Metro, Liberty Hill and Shane cles and a pocket park serving the Eaton of Brookfield Properties, surrounding community. who was honored with the inaugur- Other awardees included the al Kevin Devine Award. Coronel Apartments in Los Feliz, “Our members, who design, which were honored for social build and operate the environments equity, and the Los Angeles County where we spend nearly 90% of our Metropolitan Transit Authority, time, do an amazing job of pushing which was honored with the Partner each other to go further each year. of the Year Award for outstanding These projects and the people who leadership in leveraging influence made them happen deserve to be to increase the prevalence of sus- honored to bring more attention to tainable business practices across the work they are doing and to drive the Los Angeles region. others to go even further,” said For information, visit usgbc- USGBC-LA Executive Director la.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 December 19, 2019 Mental healthcare workers protest Kaiser n Union calls for better treatment for patients BY EDWIN FOLVEN

Fairfax District resident Haley Pollock, a student at Southwestern Law School, said she found herself crying frequently and was over- whelmed during the last week of October and decided to seek profes- photo courtesy of the Council District 13 office sional help. She was suffering from Los Angeles City Councilmen Mitch O’Farrell joined numerous city minor depression. officials in unveiling Armenian Genocide Memorial Square in 2015. As a Kaiser Permanente healthcare plan member, she scheduled an initial appointment and went O’Farrell praises passage through the intake process. The next step was to be assigned to a therapist. photo by Edwin Folven of Armenian Genocide bill “I’m still waiting,” Pollock said. Members of the National Union of Healthcare Workers protested outside “It’s really frustrating. I have spent the Kaiser Permanente hospital in Hollywood. Some carried signs with On Dec. 12, Los Angeles City ing on the incalculable loss of over six hours on the phone and photographs of people who took their own lives. Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, life, heritage and culture of the have filed a grievance, and I still 13th District, released a state- ethnic and religious minorities of don’t have an appointment.” ment praising the U.S. Senate for the Ottoman Empire, it does end Pollock was among hundreds of care,” said Marty Needleman, a Kaiser has to be treated,” passing a resolution recognizing our country’s shameful policy of protesters who demonstrated on licensed marriage and family thera- Needleman said. “We need more the Armenian Genocide. In 1915, complicity in Turkey’s efforts to Dec. 17 outside Kaiser pist for Kaiser and NUHW mem- staff, more locations for the staff the Ottoman Empire killed prox- erase history and silence those Permanente’s Los Angeles Medical ber. “People are referred and they and more patient management time. imately 1.5 million Armenians. who dare to speak truthfully of Center at 4867 W. Sunset Blvd. The never get in touch with therapists. There is not enough time to handle “For years, I’ve marched the events of 1915.” demonstration organized by the The people come in but they never the paperwork and phone calls and alongside my friends and neigh- Since taking office in 2013, National Union of Healthcare get the treatment.” to help patients with resources.” bors in Hollywood and through- O’Farrell has worked directly Workers was part of a week-long Needleman said there are In a statement attributed to Annie out the city of Los Angeles to with constituents in the area to series of protests at Kaiser facilities approximately 3,000 Kaiser Russell, chief operating officer of demand justice and recognition create an official gateway to throughout the state. Permanente employees specializing Southern California Permanente for the atrocities committed Little Armenia at Hollywood Union members claim Kaiser is in mental health treatment, includ- Medical Group, Kaiser Permanente against the Armenian people in Boulevard and the 101 Freeway not providing adequate staffing to ing licensed social workers and said hospitals and clinics would the waning days of the Ottoman and designate the intersection at address the mental health treatment therapists. The number of patients remain open during the protests and Empire,” O’Farrell said. “One Hollywood Boulevard and needs of patients and people who needing care exceeds 10,000, he that there would be no disruptions word accurately describes those Western Avenue as Armenian are vulnerable are suffering. Many said, prompting long wait times for to treatment. Patients who need actions: genocide. Today, the Genocide Memorial Square, demonstrators carried signs with people seeking treatment. urgent mental health care and med- U.S. Senate joined with the which served to commemorate photographs of people who took Needleman said he has heard sto- ical care receive priority treatment, House of Representatives to reaf- the 100th anniversary of the their own lives and stated that a lack ries of people waiting months to see and sometimes non-urgent appoint- firm acknowledgment of the genocide and the annual marches of timely mental health treatment a therapist. He called on Kaiser to genocide at the federal level. for justice conducted by the was a contributing factor in their increase the number of employees See Patients page 35 While today’s vote has no bear- Armenian community. deaths. to handle the workloads. “This is about patient care. We “We don’t have enough staff to need a priority placed on patient handle the population of people CSW touts economic impact of Pride for L.A. County

On Dec. 10, Christopher Street including 397 in West Hollywood West, the 501(c)3 non-profit that and 191 in the city of Los Angeles. produces the annual LA Pride Pride also generated an estimated Festival and Parade, released an $2.5 million in tax revenue in L.A. economic impact report announc- County, including $896,100 in West ing the 2019 LA Pride Parade and Hollywood and $332,800 in the Festival generated $74.7 million in city of Los Angeles economic output and $42.2 million This year’s LA Pride Parade and in direct expenditures in Los Festival attracted a diverse group of Angeles County. The report was attendees, with just over half of produced in partnership with ticket buyers being from Los Beacon Economics, an independent Angeles County, 31% coming from research and consulting firm. outside Southern California and the “LA Pride has been a voice for the remainder being from elsewhere in LGBTQ+ community in the greater Southern California. Of the ticket Los Angeles area for nearly 50 buyers, nearly 40% had a bache- years, and we’re proud of the posi- lor’s degree or higher and over 40% tive impact that the LA Pride Parade ranged between the ages of 25-34. and Festival has on our local econo- The city of Los Angeles was the my,” said Estevan Montemayor, most popular location for accom- CSW board president. modations, accounting for 40%, Based on expenditure data from while West Hollywood accounted CSW and a survey of event atten- for 18% of accommodations. dees, exhibitors and producers, the Additionally, CSW data showed report by Beacon Economics con- that over 85% of the exhibitors and sidered spending by all participants producers came from Los Angeles at the 2019 event including atten- and fewer than 15% from outside dees, CSW, exhibitors and produc- the area. ers. “Beyond being a world-famous The report found that Pride celebration of the resilience of increased economic output in Los L.A.’s LGBTQ+ community, the Angeles County by $74.7 million, economic and fiscal impacts that of which $27.7 million was concen- the LA Pride Parade and Festival trated in West Hollywood and have on both the city and county are $18.2 million in the city of Los undeniable,” said Adam J. Fowler, Angeles. It also increased labor director of research at Beacon income for workers in Los Angeles Economics. “The event’s ability to County by $33.1 million, including generate jobs, labor income and tax $14.7 million in West Hollywood revenue at the level it does is a tes- and $7.4 in the city of Los Angeles. tament to its success, as well as to Pride supported the annual equiva- the diversity of the local popula- lent of 830 jobs in L.A. County, tion.” 8 December 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center receives Los Angeles City Controller $20M to create autoimmunity institute offers holiday financial tips On Dec. 10, Cedars-Sinai announced a $20 million gift from On Dec. 11, Los Angeles They should also plan their Mr. and Mrs. Min H. Kao and the Controller Ron Galperin released shopping by making a list and Kao Family Foundation to create tips to help Angelenos of all back- sticking to it, he said. This will the Kao Autoimmunity Institute to grounds avoid financial stress keep them from buying unneces- advance research and treatment of during the busy holiday shopping sary items and prevent over- rheumatologic diseases. season. As the taxpayers’ watch- spending. The gift also will establish the dog at City Hall, Galperin seeks Galperin also advised Scleroderma Program within the to ensure not only that the city is Angelenos that they shouldn’t institute to provide interdisciplinary spending public funds wisely, but buy things they can’t afford. It’s and integrated care for scleroderma also to give Angelenos the tools OK to just say no, he added. patients and to support research, that will help them stay financial- It’s important for Angelenos to outreach, training and education to photo courtesy of Cedars-Sinai ly healthy and secure. protect their identity, Galperin help those with the disease. A gift from Mr. and Mrs. Min H. Kao and the Kao Family Foundation will “Whether it’s planning a party said. They should monitor their “Our family is fortunate to be in a establish the Kao Autoimmunity Institute at Cedars-Sinai. or vacation, or figuring out how accounts often, secure their position to partner with an academic to afford gifts for everyone on devices and notify your bank and medical center that places a premium disease, inflammatory bowel dis- and program will be led by new your list, the holidays can be a credit card companies if they on patient care and game-changing ease and Type 1 diabetes. These dis- directors, along with a new director very stressful time of year,” plan on traveling. medical research,” Min H. Kao said. eases are thought to be caused when of the Division of Rheumatology. Galperin said. “These tips are They should also watch out for “We truly hope this gift will enable the immune system – meant to “The Kao family gift creates a aimed at easing some of that scams, the controller said. This Cedars-Sinai to develop a nationally defend against illness – begins unique opportunity to assemble the unwanted worry so that everyone includes fake charities, online recognized institute that brings life- attacking the body’s own organs, best researchers and clinicians can enjoy the season without shopping schemes, fraudulent saving treatments to those who expe- tissues and cells. together to better understand breaking the bank, because the contests and sweepstakes. rience debilitating diseases.” The new Kao Autoimmunity autoimmune diseases and to devel- financial health of our city Seniors are prime targets of More than 80 autoimmune dis- Institute and Scleroderma Program op more effective treatments for our depends on the financial health of scams during the holidays. eases affect an estimated 24 million will be part of the Cedars-Sinai patients,” said Dr. Paul W. Noble, every Angeleno.” People of all ages should think people in the U.S., according to the Department of Medicine. They will chair of the Department of Galperin offered five financial twice before clicking and giving National Institutes of Health. bring together clinicians, investiga- Medicine and director of the tips for the holidays. personal information away, Patients suffer from a broad spec- tors and allied health professionals Women’s Guild Lung Institute. Angelenos should set a budget, Galperin said. trum of disorders, including sclero- from a variety of disciplines across Cedars-Sinai is located at 8700 reviewing earnings and expenses For information, visit lacon- derma, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Cedars-Sinai and its affiliated hos- Beverly Blvd. For information, visit before deciding what they can troller.org/holidaytips or lacon- myositis, multiple sclerosis, Grave’s pitals and care sites. The institute cedars-sinai.org. and are willing to spend on, troller.org/media/holiday-finan- Galperin said. cial-tips. Rabbi running for Beverly Hills City Council Rabbi Simchah Green, a retired Rowe in the March 3 election. post haste.” modern orthodox rabbi and Jewish “As a senior, I seek to represent Green, a four-year resident of Notable Quotes educator, is running for City Council the needs of the substantial senior Beverly Hills, also plans to focus on in Beverly Hills. Green will be run- citizen population of Beverly faith. With the House Judiciary Committee hearings on impeachment ning against Councilwoman Lili Hills,” Green said in a statement. “I “Our city is blessed with at least underway this week, the words of Mencius remind us truth and facts Bosse, Councilman Julian Gold, shall encourage this segment of our five active churches and 11 syna- are always easy to remember. Planning Commissioner Lori Greene city to share with me their con- gogues,” Green said. “I propose that Gordon and technologist Robin cerns. and move on those requests our City Council develop interfaith opportunities to encourage co-edu- cational opportunities. Such a pro- “A thing moderately good is not so good as it ought to be. Moderation gram would strengthen the vibrancy in temper is always a virtue; but moderation in principle is always a Beverly Hills reaffirms of all our faith-based institutions, vice.” and by extension, our city. Our Constitution has guidelines for the Thomas Paine support for Iran protestors ‘separation of church and state,’ but 1737-1809 also encourages and supports such initiatives, as represented by the On Dec. 10, the Beverly Hills civil protests began in numerous Thomas Paine was an original influencer of the American Revolution. With phrase on our currency ‘In God We City Council unanimously voted cities across Iran due to a 200% his pamphlet “Common Sense” he helped pave the way for the Declaration of Trust.’” to support protestors in Iran who increase in fuel prices. The Independence. “In response to the majority of are concerned about the state of protests then extended to an out- voters in Beverly Hills who sup- their country. cry against the current regime in ported Proposition 64 three years In January 2018, the City Iran and Supreme Leader Ali ago, I shall direct our City Council Council adopted its first resolu- Khamenei. Mayor John Mirisch (source: “Bartlett’s Familiar Quotations”) to review and revise the position it tion in support of protestors in requested the City Council has taken to limit cannabis to deliv- Iran. Those protests began in late approve a resolution reaffirming ery only within the city limits,” 2017 and were spurred by high the city’s support for the protes- Green added. “Medical marijuana is inflation; unemployment; dis- tors in Iran. a boon to our modern life and crimination towards others based “We must stand with the peo- should be readily available for use on religion, gender and sexual ple of Iran against these atroci- and purchase in our city. The coun- orientation; and restrictions on ties,” Mirisch said. “These are cil should recognize the gains in Look personal freedoms, which creat- voices that must be heard, and it’s revenue that would result in changed widespread frustration and our hope the people of Iran will ing present policy to allow equitable your anger with poor living conditions soon be able to live in a country cannabis business and access in and the lack of opportunities in with liberty and justice for all.” Beverly Hills.” best Iran. For information, visit beverly- For information, call (424)302- Last month, a new series of hills.org. 0114. for the holidays Local elected officials endorse Ryu for council On Dec. 3, Los Angeles City neighborhoods, we will continue to “I’m proud to endorse David Ryu Councilman David Ryu, 4th fight for the Los Angeles dream.” for re-election. David has shown District, announced that he has County officials who’ve endorsed real leadership by taking on difficult Showcasing secured the endorsement of several Ryu Los Angeles County issues like homelessness and cli- the ﬁnest current and former Los Angeles Supervisor Janice Hahn, 4th mate change. Just as important, he’s collection of County elected officials. District; Los Angeles County also a great partner and is always “I am proud to have the support Supervisor Hilda Solis, 1st District; willing to work closely with other men’s clothing of these elected leaders, who have Los Angeles County District levels of government to find solu- in a unique dedicated their careers to serving Attorney Jackie Lacey; Los Angeles tions,” Schiff said. environment the people of Los Angeles at all lev- County Assessor Jeffrey Prang; and Recently, Ryu announced that he for an els of government,” Ryu said. retired Los Angeles County supervi- has also received support from 200 exceptional “Throughout my career, I have had sors Yvonne Burke, Gloria Molina grassroots community leaders, a experience the opportunity to personally work and Zev Yaroslavsky. group of state legislators and local with these colleagues in taking on Ryu also received the endorse- labor unions. Los Angeles’ toughest challenges. ment of U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff (D- For information, visit 259 South Beverly Dr. Working with communities and Burbank) on Dec. 16. davidryu.com. Beverly Hills 310.278.0040 malibuclothes.com Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 December 19, 2019 10 December 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press U.S. Senate committee passes bill to protect Rim of the Valley Corridor On Dec. 12, the U.S. Senate win for our local economies, our more than double the size of the Committee on Energy and Natural local wildlife – like bobcats, moun- Santa Monica Mountains Recreation Resources passed the Rim of the tain lions and golden eagles whose Area, preserving open space and the Valley Corridor Preservation Act, a sensitive habitat this bill protects – natural beauty of our region. It is bill introduced by U.S. Sens. and the generations of Southern exciting to see the bill one step closer Dianne Feinstein and Kamala Californians who want to enjoy the to becoming law,” Schiff said. Harris and U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff unspoiled natural beauty of the Rim (all D-California) to add more than of the Valley Corridor.” 191,000 acres of the Rim of the Harris called the Rim of the Valley “Expanding the Santa Valley Corridor to the Santa Corridor “an area of immense natur- Monica Mountains Monica Mountains National al beauty and wildlife.” National Recreation Recreation Area. “That is why I was proud to join Area will create more “Nearly half of Californians live my colleagues to introduce the Rim within two hours of the Rim of the of the Valley Corridor Preservation outdoor recreational Valley Corridor, but few have Act to help preserve this area so it opportunities and explored the wild open spaces that can be enjoyed by future genera- map courtesy of the office of Sen. Dianne Feinstein increase access to The Rim of the Valley Corridor Preservation Act would add nearly surround it,” Feinstein said. tions,” Harris said. public lands for “Expanding the Santa Monica Schiff called the Senate commit- 200,000 acres to the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Mountains National Recreation tee’s vote “an important step on the millions of residents Area will create more outdoor recre- path towards enactment, following of Los Angeles ational opportunities and increase passage in the House Natural County.” more than 191,000 acres of the Rim tive conservation and recreation access to public lands for millions of Resources Committee.” of the Valley Corridor to the Santa planning; provide technical assis- residents of Los Angeles County, “I thank Senators Feinstein and Monica Mountains National tance for resource protection and one of the most park-poor counties Harris for their leadership in pursu- -U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein Recreation Area; implement capital recreation planning; contribute in the state. The committee vote is a ing passage of this legislation to (D-California) improvements, including new financially to projects that protect trails, roads and public facilities; important natural resources; and The legislation gives the National monitor and study wildlife and acquire land through donation, Park Service the authority to add ecosystems; participate in coopera- exchange or purchase.

photo courtesy of the California Museum George Lopez received the Spirit of California medal from Gov. Gavin Newsom. Governor, first partner induct 13th class into state hall of fame

On Dec. 10, Gov. Gavin leader the Rev. James M. Lawson Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Jr.; actor and comedian George Siebel Newsom joined the Lopez; chef, restaurateur and entre- California Museum to induct the preneur Wolfgang Puck; and wine- 13th class of icons who embody the maker and vintner Helen M. state’s spirit of innovation and Turley. achievement into the California The California Hall of Fame was Hall of Fame in Sacramento. established in 2006 to honor leg- “California is a state not just of endary people who have made their dreamers, but of doers who pride mark on history through achieve- themselves on being on the leading ments across a variety of fields, edge,” Newsom said. “That entre- including the arts, education, busi- preneurial spirit and the incredible ness and labor, science, sports, phil- diversity, daring and perseverance anthropy and public service. of our beloved state is demonstrat- California Hall of Fame inductees ed in the lives and the journeys of are selected yearly by the governor those honored tonight.” and first partner. “These inductees exemplify the The governor and first partner beautiful diversity of our state and announced the inductees in a social we are honored to induct them into media video last month. This year’s the California Hall of Fame,” honorees join 122 Californians pre- Siebel Newsom said. viously inducted for embodying the The inductees of the California state’s spirit of innovation. Hall of Fame 13th class are writer, Inductees were presented with poet, performer and teacher Maya Spirit of California medals by the Angelou; actor, model, singer, governor and first partner in an offi- songwriter, television personality cial ceremony held at the California and author RuPaul Charles; athlete Museum. In addition, the lives and and Olympic medalist Brandi legacies of the new inductees will Chastain; astrophysicist France A. be featured in an all-new artifact Córdova; skateboarder, entrepre- exhibit at the California Museum neur and philanthropist Tony that opened on Dec. 11. Hawk; author and activist Jeanne For information, visit california- Wakatsuki Houston; civil rights museum.org/california-hall-fame. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 December 19, 2019

Subway construction continues County calls No piling work is occurring dur- at Wilshire Boulevard Monday ing the holidays in Beverly Hills through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 6 for report on under a moratorium lasting through p.m. to support construction in the the beginning of the new year, but Gale staging yard. The closure is a construction is occurring at other public safety measure due to high wait times locations along the Purple Line volumes of vehicle traffic to and Extension project route. from the property. Access to North The Los Angeles County At the western end of Phase 2 of Gale Drive will be maintained from Board of Supervisors unani- the project in Century City, the Los San Vicente Boulevard. mously approved a motion on Angeles Department of Water and Intermittent lane reductions, turn Dec. 17 by Supervisor Kathryn Power is conducting utility work on restrictions and sidewalk closures Barger, 5th District, calling for northbound Avenue of the Stars and may also be in place to support an immediate and comprehen- plans to complete the work by the instrumentation work and road and sive investigation into wait end of December. Starting in utility maintenance at Wilshire/La times at specialty care centers at county health care facilities. January, work will continue on Cienega and Wilshire/Stanley. photo courtesy of Metro Constellation Boulevard west of Near Wilshire/Crescent Heights The Department of Health Crews are preparing the subway station box in Century City in prepara- Avenue of the Stars and it is antici- and Wilshire/La Jolla, utility work Services will report back to the pated to be completed by the end of and tunnel investigation continues tion for tunneling. board of supervisors on its February. There will be no lane during off-peak hours from 9 a.m. efforts to provide efficient and restrictions on eastbound to 3:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. on closures may be necessary for work is ongoing. Northbound timely care to the thousands of Constellation Boulevard during the weekdays, and 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. on instrumentation, environmental Manhattan Place will be closed patients throughout the health work. weekends. Intermittent closures of testing and street maintenance on intermittently just north of Wilshire care system. The report will Construction also continues on one or two lanes will be required Wilshire Boulevard and side streets Boulevard, Monday to Friday, from detail deficiencies, delays and the installation of a traffic signal on along Wilshire Boulevard between between Highland Avenue and 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Saturday and complaints, as well as suggest- Century Park East between Santa San Diego Way and San Vicente Detroit Street. Traffic on Sycamore Sunday, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Access to ed improvements or remedial Monica and Constellation boule- Boulevard. Avenue may be restricted intermit- nearby businesses is maintained actions needed. vards, with work anticipated to Station construction, hauling and tently at Wilshire Boulevard to sup- and a signed pedestrian detour has “This report supports our continue through Dec. 31. A new concrete pouring also continues port truck staging. The work zone been installed. The closure is a pub- mission to take proactive steps mid-block traffic signal will allow near Wilshire/Fairfax. Intermittent in the center of Wilshire Boulevard lic safety measure while tunneling to ensure our comprehensive access to Watt Plaza and help alle- closure of Ogden Drive is neces- is necessary for construction of the continues. health centers and hospitals viate peak hour congestion. Work sary at Wilshire Boulevard to facil- Wilshire/La Brea subway station. Intermittent single lane closures make quality patient care, pro- hours are 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. itate the work. Anticipated work Another work zone near may also be in place on Wilshire tection and safety its highest Intermittent lane and sidewalk clo- hours are 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and 7 Wilshire/Rimpau supports under- Boulevard between Western priority,” Barger said. sures will be necessary on Century p.m. to 6 a.m., Monday through ground construction closer to Avenue and Manhattan Place from The motion also calls for a Park East. Friday. Western Avenue and is anticipated 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday written report to the board of At the eastern edge of Beverly Near Wilshire/La Brea and a to be in place for 10 to 12 months. through Friday. Tunnel segment supervisors in 10 days on aver- Hills, work continues at the future work zone in the center of Wilshire Wilshire Boulevard has been deliveries are occurring and 24- age wait times at all county Wilshire/La Cienega subway sta- Boulevard just east of Sycamore reduced to two lanes in each direc- hour work will continue at the facilities that provide specialty tion. Construction continues at the Avenue, hauling, deliveries and tion between June Street and Western staging yard. care, as well as an analysis staging yards at Wilshire/La tunneling support continue. Work Muirfield Road. Concrete and For questions and concerns, call regarding staffing, average Cienega and Wilshire/Gale. Work hours are 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 material deliveries are occurring at the 24-hour project hotline at wait times, screening and the will be conducted 24 hours a day p.m. to 2 a.m., Monday through the site. (213)922-6934, email the project use of the e-Consult patient within the staging yards. 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FAA’s “Our library is a civic and cultur- what’s known as the “southerly environmental assessment for the al treasure, and everyone in the city shift” of planes departing new procedures relied on the should be able to share in the Hollywood Burbank Airport. The assumption that departing aircraft wealth of information, enrichment FAA has allowed the change in would follow historic flight and entertainment in our collec- departure flight tracks with no tracks. However, two years later, tion,” Garcetti said. “We are ending public notice, public comment or and after hundreds of thousands these fines because patrons show proper environmental review, of noise complaints from resi- care and integrity in the handling of Feuer said. The southerly shift dents and businesses, the FAA these precious materials, and nothing should stand in the way of has caused a significant increase conceded that, in recent years, photo courtesy of the Mayor Eric Garcetti’s office in airplane noise and traffic, and departing aircraft have consistent- Angelenos who want to share in all the library has to offer.” Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti read to students during an event at the lawsuit seeks judicial action ly deviated from the historic which he announced the city is waiving late fees for materials. to require FAA to order its air flight tracks by flying a more Historically, fines for overdue traffic controllers to direct aircraft southerly path, the complaint materials have disproportionately to depart from the airport using read. impacted families and individuals rials that are more than 45 days going fine-free, we will be better historic departure tracks. “When the city demanded that with limited resources, and the overdue from the last renewal, also able to serve everyone in Los “We’re fighting to get relief for FAA require departing aircraft penalties are often a deterrent to known as lost fees, will not be Angeles.” tens of thousands of residents and adhere to historic departure flight library access, Garcetti said. eliminated by the new policy. The announcement follows a businesses in the southeast Valley tracks, FAA responded – not by Making LAPL fine-free removes Library patrons are still responsible unanimous vote of the Board of and Santa Monica Mountains denying the planes were persis- that barrier and will encourage for paying for damaged materials. Library Commissioners, who are who’ve borne the brunt of tently intruding into new airspace library use. The move is expected The changes are not expected to appointed by Garcetti. increased aircraft noise and other – but by claiming that FAA wasn’t to increase the number of library impact LAPL’s budget, as revenue “When Mayor Garcetti appoint- impacts,” Feuer said. “We’re urg- responsible for the planes flying cardholders. from fines has steadily decreased ed me to the Board of Library ing the court to order the FAA to south of their historic tracks,” the Fines for overdue materials will over the past six years and current- Commissioners, I was already a big return to previous flight patterns complaint read. “The FAA seeks end in Spring 2020. Charges for ly accounts for less than 1% of the believer in the power of our library, and divulge information about to avoid responsibility pointing to overdue materials incurred before library’s operating budget. and I continue to be inspired by the Burbank Airport airplane traffic, everything but its own action or the new policy takes effect will also “At the Los Angeles Public creativity and innovation of library which the public has long been inaction: weather, wind, plane be eliminated. Going fine-free will Library, we are proud to serve the staff,” said Board of Library entitled to see.” volume, safety, aircraft and equip- also eliminate the $10 nonrefund- largest, most diverse population of Commissioners President Bich “My colleagues and I have ment capabilities and even pilot able service fine for lost items and any library in the nation,” City Ngoc Cao. “This policy change written letters, passed legislation abilities.” will increase the number of times Librarian John F. Szabo said. “We will be a game changer for many and hosted meetings to try and get In October of this year, Feuer materials can be renewed from two welcome everyone, and we are all families in Los Angeles, and we are meaningful action from the sent a letter to the FAA demand- to three, unless the specific item is about equity, access, opportunity, excited for them to take advantage Federal Aviation Administration, ing it revert to the original depar- requested by another patron. empowerment and lifelong learn- of the library.” but the agency has failed to show ture flight tracks and correct the The replacement costs for mate- ing. By removing barriers and For information, visit lapl.org. any real concern or urgency for erroneous southern shift. FAA the harm they are causing,” said responded by denying it is respon- Los Angeles City Councilman sible for the change in flight tracks David Ryu, 4th District. “By con- and refusing to order its air traffic centrating flight paths out of controllers to direct aircraft to Hollywood Burbank Airport, the depart from the airport using his- FAA has put an endless caravan toric flight tracks and, thus, negate of low-flying planes over homes, the southerly shift, according to schools and parks without offer- the complaint. ing the community sufficient The lawsuit seeks to have the input or explanation. Enough is FAA take responsibility for planes enough. If we won’t see the FAA departing Hollywood Burbank at the bargaining table, we will Airport by requiring the agency to see them in court.” place aircraft back on the historic According to Feuer’s com- flight paths. Chief Assistant City plaint, the FAA announced two Attorney David Michaelson, departure procedures at the Deputy City Attorney Ruth Kwon Hollywood Burbank Airport in and Peter Kirsch, of Kaplan 2017 as part of the Southern Kirsch Rockwell, are handling the California Metroplex project, litigation. Federal bill aims to protect babies from sleepers that can cause harm The United States House of ucts from store shelves.” Representatives on Dec. 16 passed U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal the Safe Sleep for Babies Act of (D-Conn.) has introduced a com- 2019, a bipartisan bill authored by panion bill in the Senate. Congressman Tony Cárdenas’ (D- In early December, the Calif.). Consumer Product Safety Following reports of infant Commission released a new study deaths tied to inclined sleep prod- that definitively linked the deaths ucts, Cárdenas introduced the leg- of more than 70 infants to inclined islation prohibiting the sale of sleeper products. The CPSC later sleepers with an inclined surface of issued a warning that parents and greater than 10 degrees that is caregivers should stop using all intended, marketed or designed to inclined sleepers. provide sleeping accommodations The Academy of Pediatrics rec- for infants up to 1 year old. ommends that babies sleep on their “I am proud that the Safe Sleep backs on a flat, firm surface with- for Babies Act passed the House of out any other bedding or restraints. Representatives tonight,” Cárdenas On April 12 and April 26, the said. “The House once again CPSC issued recalls of the Fisher- demonstrated its ability to put aside Price Rock ‘n Play and Kids II partisan politics and get something Rocking Sleeper, respectively, but done for the American people. My there are other inclined sleep prod- bill will save lives. The Safe Sleep ucts that remain on the market, for Babies Act will protect Cárdenas said. For information on American babies by banning life- CPSC recalls and warnings, visit threatening inclined sleeper prod- cpsc.gov. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 13 December 19, 2019

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In an effort to protect state air pollution standards, the Los Angeles Board of Supervisors voted on Dec. 10 to develop a new policy to prohibit buying vehicles from companies that have joined federal litigation opposing California’s ability to set green- house gas and vehicle emission standards. The car manufacturers include General Motors, Fiat Chrysler and Toyota. Each year, Los Angeles County spends between $20 and $30 million to purchase or replace vehicles in its fleet of more than 14,000 vehicles. The county is the first in California to adopt a policy prohibiting vehicle purchases based on opposition to emission standards. Beginning next month, a similar policy will be in place governing the purchase of state vehicles, and other local jurisdictions in the state are expected to consider similar policies. “For 50 years, California has led the country in setting environmental standards and we have demonstrated that we can use our market power to persuade manufacturers to build vehicles that reduce green- house gas emissions,” said the motion’s author, Los Angeles County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, 3rd District. “The Trump administration wants to bring back the bad old days of ‘Smogtown,’ when residents had to stay indoors to avoid toxic levels of pollution, but we have made it clear that we will fight for our right to clean air and blue skies.” The county’s Chief Sustainability Officer Gary Gero will lead implementation of the new policy. “L.A. County is the largest county in California to adopt a purchas- ing policy designed to protect California’s authority to set air pollution emission standards,” Gero said. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 15 December 19, 2019

L.A. County LGBT youth enjoy holiday party Development Community Intervention a fun holiday mixer. Many of the Through Youth, known as C.I.T.Y attendees live in foster care pro- x1, held its 16th annual Tamale grams, local shelters or the Authority Holiday Dinner and Dance for 150 Hollywood community. LGBT youth and their allies on The free dinner was sponsored Dec. 15 at Temple Knesset in by the UCLA Center for Health announces Hollywood. The event, titled “The Equity, St. John’s Prime Clinic and Tamale Wars,” followed a “Star Temple Knesset Israel. Youth Wars” theme. Activist Matheo Cadena received director’s “We gave away over 400 tamale the 2019 Dr. Terry Grand Memorial meals to local LGBT youth and Award for his service to the LGBT departure allies and linked many to transition- community. “The Tamale Wars” al living and emotional support also featured “Star Wars” costumed The Los Angeles County programs,” C.I.T.Y x1 Executive characters from the 501st Legion, Development Authority has Director Carlos Sosa said. whose members perform at charita- photo courtesy of C.I.T.Y x1 announced that Executive Director The event is held annually to link ble events. For information, visit The holiday party for LGBT youth and their allies included costumed Monique King-Viehland is step- youth to social services and provide cityx1.org. characters from the “Star Wars” films. ping down, effective Dec. 31. The agency’s current Deputy Executive Director, Emilio Salas, will lead the department during the transition. The LACDA is a local government agency created in 1982 by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors to focus on housing, community and economic development. King-Viehland has worked for the agency since 2015 and was named acting executive director in October 2017 and executive director in February 2018, becoming the first black woman to lead the organization. During her tenure, King- Viehland focused on enhancing operational and organizational effectiveness by reorganizing the agency, enhancing morale and cre- ating an improved culture within the department. Under her leadership, the agency merged the former Community Development Commission and the Housing Authority into the LACDA. The agency also embraced a new mission of ending generational poverty and homelessness, encouraging community development and empowering Los Angeles County residents and businesses. The LACDA also introduced six new core values referred to as the “Big 6,” stressing the link between the agency’s vision and “how” employees go about their work daily. King-Viehland instituted “coffee talks” between executive leadership and employees while also implementing a series of non- monetary compensation strategies aimed at enhancing employee morale. King-Viehland also renewed the agency’s commitment to increasing diversity, equity and inclusion. Earlier in the year, the agency completed a national recruitment effort for its executive leadership team that resulted in five new members. As a result, the agency now has the most diverse executive leadership team in the agency’s history, reflecting the diversity of Los Angeles County. “It has been an honor and privi- lege to serve alongside the most dedicated, compassionate and empathic group of people I have ever worked with,” King-Viehland said. “Thank you for all you do for the residents of Los Angeles County.” For information, visit lacda.org.

photo courtesy of the Los Angeles County Development Authority Monique King-Viehland 16 December 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Tenants union to sue over Crossroads development

On Dec. 13, the Los Angeles pressure on tenants to waive their so, it is displacing scores of long- Tenants Union Hollywood Local ‘right to return’ at their same rents term, low-income Hollywood ten- chapter and several tenants evicted to the new affordable apartments ants and demolishing 84 rent-stabi- or being pressured to move out set aside in the new Crossroad lized apartments, resulting in a net hosted a press conference to development. And while many of of only 21 new affordable apart- announce the filing of a lawsuit the tenants caved to pressure and ments in the $1 billion luxury pro- against the developers behind the vacated their apartments, approxi- ject, according to LATU. Crossroads project in Hollywood. mately 50 tenants remain. This law- LATU’s lawsuit demands a jury The lawsuit, which will be filed suit seeks to preserve their rights trial, a declaration that the defen- in Superior Court of the State of under Los Angeles’s Rent dants’ conduct violates the law, and California, County of Los Angeles Stabilization Ordinance and restore actual, punitive and exemplary – Central District, is targeted rights that we assert were illegally damages, statutory penalties and against the two limited liability cor- wrestled away from those tenants lawyers’ fees. rendering courtesy of Harridge Development Group porations involved in the Harridge already forced or pressured out of For information, visit The Crossroads project was approved by the Los Angeles City Council Development Group’s planned $1 their homes.” latenantsunion.org. in January. billion luxury development project. “If Harridge had done the right The legal action claims negli- thing by these tenants, if they want- gence and violations of city code ed to be a partner to this communi- relating to the 1978 Los Angeles ty, they would’ve come up with a Rent Stabilization Ordinance and plan for right of return and there the Business and Professions Code. wouldn’t have been this press con- Harridge has failed to create a ference,” Hunter added in a later plan for the tenants to utilize their interview by phone. right of return as was mandated Harridge Development Group’s under a condition of approval for Crossroads project was approved the project, said Susan Hunter, by the City Council in January. caseworker for the LATU Crossroads will include 905 new Hollywood Local. apartments and condos in three In a statement, Hunter also high-rise buildings, 308 hotel accused Harridge of running rooms, 190,000 square feet of retail “roughshod over tenants in these space, and has been granted 22 rent-stabilized units with high pres- liquor licenses (one each for every sure – and illegal – ‘cash for keys’ new affordable apartment created). buyout offers, extreme lowball Ellis While Crossroads includes 105 Act relocation fees and coercive new affordable apartments, to do County to use predictive model on homelessness Los Angeles County has devel- will generate a list of clients cur- oped a homelessness prevention rently receiving services such as action plan that can identify resi- CalFresh and General Relief who dents at high risk of becoming are at highest risk of homeless- homeless. ness. The predictive models The new predictive model, show that using a data-driven developed by the California approach, the county can identify Policy Lab and the University of individuals receiving services Chicago Poverty Lab, uses Los who are almost 30 times more Angeles County data to predict likely to become homeless than people who are most likely to the average client. become homeless. Of the people The county will also explore who were identified as at the high- piloting a centralized, multi-dis- est risk of experiencing homeless- ciplinary Homelessness ness, almost half actually became Prevention Unit to target and homeless. People in the group package services for people at were 27 times more likely to risk of becoming homeless. The become homeless as compared to cross-agency team would help the average individual receiving coordinate outreach and services services from L.A. County. to the individuals. The findings were part of a The county will also use refine plan created by the County-led protocols to generate more Mainstream Systems enrollment in homelessness pre- Homelessness Prevention vention programs as a primary Workgroup that was submitted response to housing instability. on Dec. 16 to the Board of Research has shown that two- Supervisors. The recommenda- thirds of families experiencing tions will be implemented in the homelessness in Los Angeles new year. Funding will come County had child welfare from county departments and involvement prior to becoming Measure H. Approximately $3 homeless, and that more than million in Measure H funding 50% did not receive services has been earmarked to support from Department of Children and initial implementation. Family Services. DCFS intake “Last year, despite providing may have prevented homeless- housing to tens of thousands of ness for the households and people, we saw more and more reduced trauma, according to the individuals and families becom- report. ing homeless,” said Phil Ansell, The predictive models director of Los Angeles County’s research used anonymized data Homeless Initiative. “L.A. from seven L.A. County agencies County is focused on using about services they provided to strategic approaches to prevent- L.A. County residents between ing homelessness, and these 2012 and 2016. Researchers groundbreaking models will developed models to predict make it possible to reach those which residents were most likely who need us the most before they to become homeless in 2017. The reach the crisis point and fall into research team then checked the homelessness.” accuracy of their model’s predic- In 2018, it is estimated that 133 tions against county records to people were housed each day in see who actually became home- Los Angeles County, but 150 less in 2017. more became homeless. Using To review the plan, visit home- the predictive model, the county less.lacounty.gov. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 17 December 19, 2019 Former city employee WeHo recognized with numerous awards in 2019 The city of West Hollywood weho.org. The One City One Pride shares the warmth received more than a dozen presti- “West Hollywood LGBTQ Arts Festival marketing gious awards from local, regional and materials received the nation’s top national organizations in 2019, rec- continues to be a city/county award for graphic design ognizing the city’s continued com- laboratory for marketing tools. The city received mitment to serving the community two 3CMA Award of Excellence hon- with innovation, creativity and dedi- vanguard city ors, for the promotional video “I Sing cation. design.” the Body West Hollywood and for the “West Hollywood continues to be city’s video public service announce- a laboratory for vanguard city design. -West Hollywood Mayor ment “Recreational Reefer Madness” Once again, city efforts have been John D’Amico to educate community members recognized by so many outstanding about cannabis laws. organizations,” West Hollywood The Communications Department Mayor John D’Amico said. “City population, the One City One Pride also earned two top awards from the staff are committed to producing LGBTQ Arts Festival and the West Public Relations Society of America excellent work that responds to our Hollywood Homeless Initiative. Los Angeles Chapter. PRSA-LA con- changing world and improves the The city of West Hollywood also ferred its highest honor, the PRism daily lives of our community mem- received a score of 100 on the Human Award. bers who live, work and play in West Rights Campaign’s 2019 Municipal The Innovation Division of West Hollywood.” Equality Index, a nationwide evalua- Hollywood’s Economic Develop- photo courtesy of the 13th District council office The National Civic League hon- tion of municipal laws affecting the ment Department received the Los Angeles City Councilman Mitch O’Farrell (second from ored the city with the All-America LGBT community. American Planning Association right), 13th District, participated in a winter coat giveaway organized City Award, given annually to 10 West Hollywood’s Communica- Technology Division’s Smart Cities by Zaki Mustafa (left), a retired Los Angeles Department of communities. The award recognizes tions Department was also honored Award for the “WeHo Smart City” Transportation engineer. Mustafa has continued his work in public the work of communities in using with four awards recognizing excel- Strategic Plan. Other departments service as a volunteer, helping deliver 24,000 winter coats to shelters inclusive civic engagement to address lence in communications by the receiving awards were the Finance in Southern California and Nevada. O’Farrell recently partnered with critical issues and create stronger con- national City-County Communica- and Technology Services Mustafa to deliver jackets to the Winter Shelter for Transition Age nections among residents, businesses tions and Marketing Association. Department, Planning and Youth at the Salvation Army in Hollywood. and nonprofit and government lead- West Hollywood received 3CMA’s Development Services Department “Zaki, you’re doing God’s work, keeping these young Angelenos ers. Programs honored included out- digital interactive Savvy Award for and Public Works Department. warm this season,” O’Farrell added. reach efforts to the Russian-speaking Overall Website in recognition of For information, visit weho.org. No-party voters asked to return postcards about voting by mail in primary

California county elections offices across California are mailing postcards to every voter who is registered to vote by mail and has not registered a party preference. These postcards are standard and provide voters with their presidential primary voting options. The American Independent, Democratic and Libertarian parties are allowing no party preference voters to participate in their March 3, 2020, presidential primary elections. In order to do so, no party preference voters should complete and return the postcard to select and receive a vote-by-mail ballot listing presidential candidates from one of these parties. Voters are encouraged to return these postcards before the end of 2019, so that elections officials can process their requests in time for ballot printing and mailing. “The March 3, 2020 presidential primary is now less than 90 days away, and voters should start preparing now,” California Secretary of State Alex Padilla said. “No party preference voters, in par- ticular, need to know their options for requesting a ballot with presidential candidates, if they so choose. Voters registered with no party preference should be on the lookout for a postcard from your county elections office with options for voting in the presidential primary.” No Party Preference voters who do not respond to this postcard will be mailed a ballot without any presidential candidates listed. If, after receiving a non-partisan ballot, no party preference voters prefers to receive a crossover ballot, they can still request one from their county elections official by phone, email or fax. For information, visit howtovote- forpresident.sos.ca.gov. 18 December 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

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NoMad Christmas marshmallows served with a shot of after holiday shopping to enjoy a fes- prix-fixe dinner featuring choices OLIDAY INING maestro dobel tequila, or a spiced tive cocktail. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., of roasted duck or sea scallops. H D pear old fashioned made with (323)857-6180. Sides for the table include Brussels BY JILL WEINLEIN hef de cuisine Rudy Lopez Rough Rider rye whiskey, spiced sprouts and cauliflower with red From page 19 Cserves an a la carte holiday pear and orange zest. Finish with pepper sauce, crispy potatoes with brunch from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Hollywood roasted turkey with cranberry Jar’s famous chocolate or butter- herb sauce, roasted carrot and Later, he will prepare a four-course scotch pudding. 8225 Beverly parsnip with rosemary and confit chestnut stuffing, and filet of beef prix-fixe dinner starting at 5:30 Christmas at Gwen with Rosti potatoes, haricots verts, Blvd., (323)655-6566. garlic. The dinner is complete with p.m. Main courses entrees include figgy pudding and whipped crème cippolini and bordelaise sauce. 114 NoMad’s roast chicken breast, Butcher Shop wen will operate regular hours fraîche. The holiday menu is $55 E. Second St., (213)788-1191. braised beef cheeks and scallops and service on Christmas Eve, per person. For vegans and vegetar- with butternut squash bisque. G and then a special four-course- ians, a composed plate of side dish- Executive pastry sous chef Henry prix-fixe on Christmas Day. Chef es is $28 per person. 7617 Sunset Veranda Christmas Molina features a selection of de cuisine Juan Rendon will serve Blvd., (323)850-5400. desserts, including chocolate cake nspired by the beloved Dr. Seuss’ winter root vegetable salad, black with ginger ice cream, Milk & holiday classic “How the Grinch truffle risotto and Jack’s Creek 8 I Honey or a trio of seasonal sorbets. Stole Christmas!”, Veranda at oz. New York strip steak with cau- Reservations for brunch and dinner DTLA’s Hotel Figueroa is serving a liflower bagna cauda and maitake Public Kitchen & Bar can be made on OpenTable. 649 S. themed menu including Roast Beast mushrooms. For dessert enjoy a Olive St., (213)358-0000. Christmas dining rib roast and whole roast duck; Who Ray’s & Stark Bar cranberry cremeux with red wal- Hash is roasted root vegetables with Miracle Mile nuts and pickled cranberries. The t the Hollywood Roosevelt caramelized onion and herbs. When Christmas Eve Christmas Day menu is $95 staring Ahotel, the American brasserie you order Red Fish, Blue Fish, a Jar Christmas at 1 to 7 p.m. 6600 Sunset Blvd., offers a multi-course Christmas din- whole roasted red snapper and blue- tarting at 11:30 a.m., sit near s (323)946-7513. ner of squash soup and seared diver nose bass with red and green mojos uzanne Tracht, chef and owner S“Urban Light” installation at scallops, roasted Moulard duck breast arrives. This special Christmas Day Sof Jar, celebrates Dec. 24 with a LACMA for a creative, globally- The Pikey with Japanese sweet potato, and a meal includes chicories with hazel- special Christmas Eve dinner inspired meal prepared by executive deconstructed pumpkin pie or heir- nuts and crushed pomegranate menu. Come in starting at 5 p.m. chef Fernando Darin. Seasonal offer- Christmas loom apple cranberry tart tatin. A hol- vinaigrette, potato purée and Stolen for perfectly crafted crab and ings include Mary’s duck confit with iday children’s menu includes chick- Christmas Pie. Reservations are shrimp cakes, braised pork shank black truffle polenta and a whole ome into the renowned English en noodle soup, Christmas honey- available from 3 to 8 p.m. on and a prime porterhouse for two. fried snapper for two with caponata CPub serving local and organic glazed ham, macaroni and cheese, Christmas Day at $55 per person. Holiday cocktails include a spiced and frisée salad. The full al la carte dishes at noon on Christmas Eve. and crunchy praline mousse. 7000 939 S. Figueroa St., (213)627-8971. hot chocolate with house-made menu will also be available. Stop by Come back for a Christmas Day Hollywood Blvd., (323)769-8888.

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Tour Warner Bros. backlot for ‘Gilmore Girls Holiday’ Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood is transporting guests back to the whimsical town of Stars Hollow, Connecticut, with the return of the “Gilmore Girls Holiday.” From Dec. 21, through Jan. 5, fans of the beloved series can walk in the footsteps of Lorelai Gilmore (Lauren Graham), Rory Gilmore (Alexis Bledel), Luke Danes (Scott Paterson), Sookie St. James (Melissa McCarthy) and the whole gang as the Warner Bros. backlot will be transformed into Stars Hollow. The fictional town will feature original sets and authentic props photo courtesy of Gennia Cui with photo opportunities in front of The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles is one of the many ensembles the iconic gazebo and Stars Hollow who will perform at the L.A. County Holiday Celebration. town sign, Luke’s Diner, Lorelai’s photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood house and Stars Hollow High Lorelai’s house will be one of the original sets featured on the “Gilmore School. Girls Holiday” at Warner Bros. Guests can explore the town Music Center and Grand Park team square while sipping on hot coffee At the Gilmore residence, authen- is bringing back a holiday spread, and enjoying Pop-Tarts and other tic props including Lorelai’s 1999 with vegetarian and gluten-free up for holiday traditions fan-favorite treats. Jeep Wrangler and mailbox will be options available for purchase. The exterior of Luke’s diner will on display. Exclusive Gilmore Girls merchan- The L.A. County Holiday Hall. Attendees will be able to provide the ideal setting for fans to As guests step inside the house, dise will also be available for pur- Celebration, L.A.’s largest holiday choose from an array of food reminisce about the many coffee original costumes worn by Lorelai, chase at the “Gilmore Girls” pop-up spectacular, celebrates its 60th trucks. The event is free and open to chats that were shared on the show. Rory and Luke will be exhibited shop located in Lorelai’s house. anniversary in 2019. On Christmas all ages. The exterior sets of Lorelai’s and with an accompanying montage of For information, visit wbstudio- Eve, join this year’s co-hosts, inter- For information, visit musiccen- Sookie’s homes will be festively behind-the-scenes imagery. tour.com/news/gilmore-girls-holi- nationally acclaimed mezzo-sopra- ter.org, or grandparkla.org. decorated for the holidays. The “Holiday Lunch at Lorelai’s,” day or call (818)977-8687. no Suzanna Guzmán and actress Marissa Ramirez (Blue Bloods), for this free, holiday show from 3 to 6 p.m. featuring more than 20 music ensembles, choirs and dance companies from the many neighborhoods and cultures that make up L.A. PBS SoCal will be hosting a live broadcast of the event that has been a Los Angeles holiday tradition since 1959, while KCET will be airing the program twice on Christmas Day. Legendary Cuban jazz trumpet player Arturo Sandoval, accompa- nied by his world-renowned band, will kick off this year’s celebration with a medley of holiday songs. Returning favorites include Hālau Keali’i o Nālani & the Daniel Ho Trio, the Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles, gospel choir Greater LA Cathedral Choir, Jung Im Lee Korean Dance Academy and folk- lorico troupe Pacifico Dance Company. Some of this year’s new- comers include Latin folk band Cuñao, the dancers and drum- mers of African Soul International and a cappella group Street Corner Renaissance. All female, two-time GRAMMY award-winning Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea will team up with their “brother” band Mariachi Espectacular, and Jewish cultural revival band Mostly Kosher will share the stage with Urban Voices Project, a choir made up of men and women surviving homelessness on Skid Row. From noon to 5 p.m., visitors can enjoy Plaza Wonderland, a family fun zone with games, coloring and face-painting, a photo booth and numerous art-making workshops where kids and adults can create paper poinsettias and lanterns to take home, Guests will also be able to watch holiday favorites on the Plaza screens, including Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964) and The Grinch (2018). Food will be available for purchase, including tamales and other treats. From 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. on New Year’s Eve, Grand Park and the Music Center’s N.Y.E.L.A. will gather Angelenos and visitors from around the globe for a music and dance party to usher in 2020. The party will feature 3D video projec- tion and a light show designed by L.A.-based digital innovation studio yU+co on the west side of City 22 December 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Come Home for the Holidays

photos courtesy of the Original Farmers Market The Farmers Market is decorated for the season and will feature music, fun activities and Hanukkah celebration. ‘Tis the season to visit Join us for Christmas Eve Dinner Maine Lobster and Jumbo Shrimp Fettuccine with a cognac Farmers Market pesto light cream sauce FIRST COURSE Home Made Pasta grilled baby vegetables, Chanterelle The Original Farmers Market, Christmas and Mariachi Fiesta. mushrooms, goat cheese, pine nuts, olive oil & fresh herbs corner of Third and Fairfax, invites Celebrate Hanukkah on Sunday, Choice of Sweet Potato Soup or Off Vine Salad of mixed field greens with Roasted Pecans & Bleu Herb Encrusted Sautéed Alaskan Halibut the public to celebrate the holidays Dec. 22, beginning at 2:30 p.m. with a langoustine & lobster cream sauce Cheese tossed in a Balsamic Vinaigrette with music, festive decorations and Make candles and participate in Roasted New Zealand Lamb Chops served on a bed of roasted the annual Hanukkah celebration. arts and crafts sessions with PJ ENTREE COURSE fennel served with a grain mustard/mint jelly sauce The Christmas tree glistens with Library, and enjoy face painting Choice of lights and a giant Lego menorah and live entertainment by Jason Maple Leaf Farm Duck Breast with a Bing cherry DESSERT COURSE Grand Marnier sauce will soon be lit. Mesches. Guests can also help Choice of Off Vine’s Famous Souffles Chocolate • Raspberry • Grand-Marnier • Pumpkin From Friday, Dec. 20, through build a giant Lego menorah with Center Cut Pork Chop topped with a passion fruit chianti sauce Chocolate Flourless Tortewith hazelnut sauce Tuesday, Dec. 24, the market will Miracle Mile Chabad. Rabbi Free Range Chicken Breast stuffed with ricotta cheese, currants & fresh basil, topped with a black truffle sauce Fresh Seasonal Berrieswith creme Anglaise host festive entertainment and fun Fischer will light the menorah at 5 Filet Mignon $80 per person family activities. Children can p.m. with a Portabella mushroom & horseradish sauce enjoy animal cork and snowman The Salvation Army is also not including tax, gratuity and beverages Lobster Ravioli with a champagne cream sauce crafts, and the Nutcracker offering gift wrapping on the Plaza Marionette Show will be held on from Dec. 19-21, and Dec. 23-24. the Plaza. Musical acts performing Proceeds benefit the Salvation Call Today for Reservations this year include Einstein Brown’s Army’s Hollywood branch. 6263 Leland Way Calypso Christmas, the Dickensian The Original Farmers Market is Hollywood CA. 90028 strolling carolers, Dave Stuckey & located at 6333 W. Third St. For 323-962-1900 The Hoot Owls, Susie Hansen information, call (323)933-9211, www.offvine.com Latin Jazz, the Noelle’s Doo Wop or visit farmersmarketla.com.

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5969 Melrose Ave. • (corner of Wilcox) • (323)467-7124 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 25 December 19, 2019 Varner to lead Petersen Automotive Museum board Celebrate the winter solstice The Petersen Automotive Museum has announced the pro- motion of Richard Varner to chair- at Griffith Observatory man of its board of directors, effective in January. Having served as treasurer since 2013, Varner brings more than 40 years of experience as a respected business leader, car collector, vin- tage racer and professional motor- sports series co-owner to the new position. “Richard Varner brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to our board of directors,” Petersen Automotive Museum Executive Director Terry L. Karges said. “His financial stewardship as treasurer photo courtesy of the Petersen Automotive Museum has helped position the Petersen as Richard Varner, who has served as treasurer of the Petersen Automotive one of the leading automotive Museum’s Board of Directors since 2013, will now serve as chairman. photo courtesy of the Griffith Observatory museums in the world. He has The Griffith Observatory will hold a celebration of the winter sol- proven his business acumen over a MotoAmerica. Varner is also chair- come together acknowledging the stice on Saturday, Dec. 21, with two presentations. The solstice, the career that spans racing and energy man of the California Highway past while also discussing the moment when the Earth’s South Pole is closest to the sun, is common- trading to the creation of Patrol 11-99 Foundation and a impacts of the automobile and the ly referred to as the shortest day of the year because it is the day with MotoAmerica, one of the rare suc- member of the Dean’s Advisory global needs of mobility in the least amount of sunlight. cess stories in modern American Board at the University of future.” The observatory will celebrate at 11:40 a.m. in the Gottlieb Transit motorcycle racing. Peter Mullin Nebraska School of Business, his Mullin will continue his service Corridor with a special presentation by staff. At 4:30 p.m., a solstice laid the groundwork for the alma mater. to the museum as vice chairman. presentation will be held on the West Terrace. Petersen’s success over the past “To be tapped as the next chair- Additional members include Bruce The Observatory is located at 2800 E. Observatory Road. For infor- seven years, solidifying the muse- man of the Petersen is very hum- A. Meyer, David A. Sydorick, mation, visit griffithobservatory.org. um as an iconic Los Angeles insti- bling in several ways,” Varner said. William Ahmanson, Michael A. tution dedicated to the history and “From following Peter Mullin’s Hammer, Vin Di Bona, Kent Kresa, preservation of the automobile. capable and outstanding leadership Charles E. Nearburg, Gregory Varner will now carry the torch as to having the board vote their con- Penske, Bobby Rahal, Richard K. L.A. Master the museum seeks to inspire the fidence and most of all, to be asso- Roeder, Dr. Sabrina Kay, William next generation of automotive ciated with the Petersen, what it has E. Connor and McKeel Hagerty, as enthusiasts worldwide.” become and what it will continue to well as honorary board members Chorale names A native of Wichita, Kansas, evolve to be. Because of the Dr. Wolfgang Porsche and Charles Varner has been collecting and Petersen team’s hard work plus the Gordon Lennox. new board restoring automobiles and motor- guidance and vision of the board of The Petersen Automotive cycles for years. His passion led to directors, the museum is poised to Museum is located at 6060 the formation of the professional become a living thing, a thought Wilshire Blvd. For information, members motorcycle road racing series, leader and place where people can visit petersen.org. The Los Angeles Master Chorale has appointed Alex G. Romain, Laura Smolowe and Andrea Williams as new members on its Jewish Los Angeles Special Needs Trust awarded grant board of directors. “We are very fortunate to add The Jewish Community $15,000 in a calendar year) and Financial Services for each benefi- Alex G. Romain, Laura Smolowe Foundation of Los Angeles has special needs trusts, which are tra- ciary. and Andrea Williams to the Master awarded Jewish Los Angeles ditionally very expensive to create Under the leadership of found- Chorale’s board of directors,” said Special Needs Trust and Services and manage. ing board Chair Sandor Samuels, board chairman Philip A. Swan. with a three-year, $250,000 Next For those with less assets, solu- former CEO of Bet Tzedek Legal “Their extensive backgrounds and Stage Grant. tions include Pooled Special Services, JLA Trust enrolled its areas of expertise will bring indis- “We’re very proud that our Next Needs Trusts, created by Congress first client in August 2016. It now pensable value to the board and Stage Grant will enable the long- in 1993. Using a master trust doc- has 85 clients. will help us realize the Master term sustainability of JLA Trust ument written by an attorney, JLA Seed funding for the new non- Chorale’s vision as we look toward and help it serve more individuals Trust acts as an “umbrella” over profit was provided by a three- the future.” with disabilities and their fami- individual trust accounts, which year grant from the foundation, as Romain, a partner at Irell & lies,” said Marvin I. Schotland, are carefully managed to support well as planning and program Manella LLP, is a trial lawyer spe- president and CEO of the Jewish persons with disabilities for as grants from the Jewish Federation cializing in commercial litigation. Community Foundation of Los long as possible. Each client has a of Greater Los Angeles. Funding Smolowe is a partner in the Los Angeles. “The foundation provid- sub-account, and funds are only has also been provided by the Angeles office of Munger, Tolles & ed seed-funding to JLA Trust in pooled for investment and cash Diane P. and Guilford Glazer Fund Olson, and co-leads the Trade 2015 because we believe in its management purposes. of the Jewish Community Secret and Employee Mobility mission. JLA Trust provides guid- All accounts receive profession- Foundation of Los Angeles. Practice Group. Williams is a man- ance and resources to families as al trustee oversight and wealth For information, visit aging director at Oaktree Capital they navigate the daunting process management, along with a restrict- jlatrust.org and jewishfoundation- Management. For information, of planning for the financial secu- ed-use Visa card from True Link la.org. visit lamasterchorale.org. rity of their loved ones with disabilities and secure the support they need to thrive. This much needed service strengthens Jewish families across Los Angeles and our community as a whole.” The JLA Trust helps children and adults with physical, mental, developmental and intellectual disabilities obtain a higher quality of life through affordable and profes- sionally managed special needs trusts, which supplement government benefits. In less than four years of operation, JLA Trust has surpassed $5 million in total bene- ficiary assets and distributed $1.5 million for client expenses. To receive government benefits such as SSI, Medi-Cal and In- KRAMER + DRESBEN Home Supported Services, single persons with disabilities are limit- Stephen W. Kramer ed to only $2,000 in assets. To legally supplement those benefits 5858 Wilshire Blvd., with their own funds, or with Suite 205 money from family members, the Los Angeles, CA 90036 only choices are the new CalABLE accounts (limited to (323)964-7100 26 December 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

pect committed a petty theft in the An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect robbed a vic- 1200 block of N. La Brea. petty theft in the 1200 block of N. tim in the 7500 block of Melrose at Citrus at 2 a.m. 6:50 p.m. P OLICE BLOTTER An unknown suspect assaulted a victim in the 100 block of Swall at At 3:04 a.m., an unknown suspect At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect 11 a.m. robbed a victim near the corner of stole a vehicle parked near the La Brea and De Longpre. corner of Cole and Santa Monica. The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the At noon, an unknown suspect areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between committed a petty theft in the 500 An unknown suspect robbed a vic- An unknown suspect burglarized a Dec. 8 and Dec. 14. The information was compiled from www.crimemap- block of Norwich. tim near the corner of Highland vehicle parked in the 8000 block of ping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los and Willoughby at 7:30 a.m. Beverly at 8:15 p.m. Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles An unknown suspect assaulted a County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and victim in the 1000 block of Fairfax At 11:45 a.m., an unknown sus- At 11:30 p.m., an unknown suspect the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. at 12:15 p.m. pect committed a petty theft in the burglarized a vehicle parked near 200 block of S. La Brea. the corner of Hollywood and Vine. At 2:15 p.m., an unknown suspect Beverly Hills Police arrested on suspicion of driving committed a petty theft in the 900 An unknown suspect robbed a vic- Dec. 12 under the influence of alcohol or block of Doheny. tim in the 600 block of S. Detroit at Department drugs near the corner of La 11:50 a.m. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- Cienega and Wilshire. An unknown suspect burglarized a tim near the corner of Beachwood Dec. 8 vehicle parked in the 7500 block of At 2 p.m., an unknown suspect and Beverly at 12:30 a.m. Dec. 13 Lexington at 8:30 p.m. committed a petty theft near the At 9:40 a.m., an unknown suspect corner of Beverly and Gardner. At 4:35 a.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the A suspect was arrested on suspi- At 9:30 p.m., an unknown suspect robbed a victim near the corner of 9600 block of Wilshire. cion of driving under the influence burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a Selma and Argyle. of alcohol or drugs in the 300 block 1200 block of Formosa. petty theft in the 8400 block of An unknown suspect burglarized a of N. Rodeo at 11:56 a.m. Beverly at 3 p.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the 8300 block of An unknown suspect committed a vehicle parked in the 300 block of Wilshire at 5:45 p.m. At 4 p.m., a vandalism incident petty theft in the 7500 block of At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect S. Norton at 7:30 a.m. was reported in the 300 block of N. Norton at 10 p.m. committed a burglary in the 500 At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect Maple. block of N. Las Palmas. At 8:05 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a residential burglary in Dec. 10 committed a petty theft in the 6200 the 400 block of Palm. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a block of W. Third. grand theft from a vehicle parked At 4:08 a.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 8400 block of W. An unknown suspect committed a in the 200 block of N. Canon at 4 committed a burglary in the 8800 Third at 4 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a grand theft in the 9500 block of p.m. block of Santa Monica. petty theft near the corner of La Wilshire at 7:29 p.m. At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect Cienega and Third at 8:15 a.m. At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a committed a petty theft in the 700 Dec. 9 committed a commercial burglary burglary in the 8700 block of block of Vine. At 4:55 p.m., an attempted robbery in the 100 block of S. Rexford. Sunset at 5:40 a.m. was reported in the 6300 block of A vandalism incident was reported An unknown suspect burglarized a Wilshire. in the 8400 block of Wilshire at An unknown suspect committed a At 7:54 a.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked in the 100 block of midnight. petty theft in the 100 block of S. stole a vehicle parked near the S. Doheny at 5:30 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a Rexford at 8 p.m. corner of Almont and Melrose. burglary in the 300 block of N. Las At 6:10 a.m., an unknown suspect At 9:15 p.m., an unknown suspect Palmas at 5 p.m. stole a vehicle parked in the 200 At 8:30 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a committed a burglary in the 100 block of S. Almont. burglarized a vehicle parked in the vehicle parked near the corner of block of S. Fairfax. At 5:45 p.m., an unknown suspect 100 block of S. Roxbury. Melrose and Westmount at 6:15 committed a petty theft in the 300 An unknown suspect committed p.m. Dec. 10 block of S. La Brea. an assault in the 200 block of S. A vandalism incident was reported Gale at 11 a.m. in the 100 block of S. Elm at 10 At 10:30 p.m., an unknown sus- At 12:30 p.m., an unknown sus- An unknown suspect stole a vehi- p.m. pect assaulted a victim in the 8600 pect committed a petty theft in the cle parked in the 6300 block of At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Sunset. 6100 block of De Longpre. Wilshire at 6 p.m. committed a grand theft in the 200 At 11:53 p.m., a suspect was block of N. Rodeo. arrested on suspicion of driving Dec. 11 An unknown suspect committed a At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect under the influence of alcohol or petty theft in the 7400 block of committed a petty theft in the 6100 drugs near the corner of Santa An unknown suspect committed a At 7:40 p.m., an unknown suspect Melrose at 3:15 p.m. block of Sunset. grand theft near the corner of Monica and Wilshire. robbed a victim in the 8500 block Camden and Wilshire at 6:19 p.m. of Melrose. At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a Dec. 14 burglarized a vehicle parked in the vehicle parked in the 7800 block of Dec. 10 300 block of N. Van Ness. Rosewood at 8 p.m. At 2 a.m., a vandalism incident Los Angeles Police At 12:43 p.m., an unknown sus- was reported in the 100 block of S. An unknown suspect committed a At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect Rexford. Department pect committed a grand theft in the burglary in the 100 block of N. burglarized a vehicle parked near 9500 block of Wilshire. Robertson at 7 p.m. the corner of La Jolla and Fourth. An unknown suspect committed a Dec. 8 An unknown suspect committed grand theft in the 100 block of S. At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a an assault in the 200 block of S. Roxbury at 10:25 a.m. At 1 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 100 vehicle parked in the 1800 block of Moreno at 2:17 p.m. pickpocketed a victim in the 6400 block of N. Edinburgh. N. Cahuenga at 10:50 p.m. At 4:50 p.m., an unknown suspect block of Selma. committed a grand theft in the An unknown suspect committed a Dec. 11 An unknown suspect committed a Dec. 13 9700 block of Wilshire. burglary in the 7200 block of petty theft in the 6600 block of Beverly at 7 p.m. At 4:20 a.m., an unknown suspect A vandalism incident was reported Hollywood at 1 a.m. An unknown suspect committed a burglarized a vehicle parked near in the 8800 block of Wilshire at petty theft in the 300 block of N. At 8:35 p.m., an unknown suspect the corner of Gower and 12:08 a.m. At 1:20 a.m., an unknown suspect Canon at 6 p.m. assaulted a victim near the corner Rosewood. assaulted a victim near the corner At 8:30 a.m., an unknown suspect of La Brea and Rosewood. of Wilcox and Hollywood. committed a petty theft near the Dec. 15 An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect burglarized a corner of Gale and Wilshire. vehicle parked in the 5400 block of An unknown suspect committed a vehicle parked in the 1300 block of At 3:30 p.m., an unknown suspect W. Fourth at 5 p.m. grand theft in the 300 block of S. N. Orange at 10 p.m. An unknown suspect committed committed a petty theft from a vehicle parked in the 200 block of Norton at 8:59 a.m. At 5:25 p.m., an unknown suspect an assault in the 9700 block of Wilshire at 1:05 p.m. S. Maple. Dec. 11 committed a theft in the 400 block At 9:30 a.m., an unknown suspect of N. Fairfax. committed a burglary in the 1700 At 3:55 a.m., an unknown suspect At 2:15 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- block of N. Cherokee. burglarized a vehicle parked in the committed a grand theft in the 400 cle parked in the 7090 block of Alta An unknown suspect committed a 100 block of S. Doheny. block of N. Crescent. at 3:45 p.m. petty theft in the 100 block of N. An unknown suspect assaulted a Wilton at 8:50 a.m. victim near the corner of Stanley An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a West Hollywood and Melrose at 11:20 a.m. petty theft in the 1500 block of N. At 2:49 p.m., an unknown suspect commercial burglary in the 100 El Centro at 4:40 a.m. committed a burglary in the 300 block of N. Crescent at 8:10 p.m. Sheriff’s Station At 3 p.m., an unknown suspect block of La Cienega. committed a grand theft in the At noon, an unknown suspect bur- At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect Dec. 8 7000 block of Hollywood. glarized a vehicle parked near the An unknown suspect burglarized a burglarized a vehicle parked in the corner of El Cerrito and vehicle parked in the 7000 block of 100 block of N. La Cienega. At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a Hollywood. Hollywood at 5:30 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked in the petty theft in the 700 block of Dec. 12 1000 block of Harper. Another Sycamore at 5 p.m. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect vehicle burglary was reported in tim near the corner of Santa burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed the same area at 9 p.m. At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect Monica and Western at 12:30 p.m. 5800 block of Wilshire. an assault in the 300 block of N. burglarized a vehicle parked in the Palm at 7 a.m. Dec. 9 400 block of N. Genesee. At 2:40 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect burglarized a burglarized a vehicle parked near vehicle parked in the 5900 block of At 10:11 a.m., an unknown sus- At 1:46 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a the corner of Sixth and Ogden. Wilshire at 8:10 p.m. pect committed a petty theft in the robbed a victim in the 8500 block burglary in the 300 block of 400 block of N. Bedford. of Santa Monica. Edinburgh at 9:43 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a At 10:50 p.m., an unknown sus- petty theft in the 6000 block of pect committed a burglary in the A vandalism incident was reported An unknown suspect committed a Dec. 9 Franklin. 5700 block of La Mirada. in the 100 block of N. La Cienega petty theft in the 1100 block of N. at 2:26 p.m. La Cienega at 8 a.m. At 2 a.m., an unknown suspect At 6:30 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a stole a bicycle in the 1200 block of stole a vehicle parked in the 6500 burglary in the 1600 block of N. La At 10:02 p.m., a suspect was At 10:50 a.m., an unknown sus- N. Citrus. block of Yucca. Brea at 11 p.m. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 27 December 19, 2019 ‘Black Christmas’ is more compelling to discuss than see Bob Clark’s 1974 proto-slasher “Insidious,” “Paranormal changed the game for horror, pop- Activity”) behind it, maybe the ularizing tropes like the killer stars could be in alignment for this whose face is never revealed and Friday the 13th in December the call tracked to inside the release. Unfortunately, what pre- house. Nine years later, Clark mieres is a talking piece more would perfect his horror film tools than a modern classic. with “A Christmas Story,” a tale To call “Black Christmas” a Christmas performance prank. of holiday madness masquerading remake stretches that concept. It’s What’s more, fellow sister Kris as a family film. But his penulti- more loose homage. Like the orig- (Aleyse Shannon) levies a series mate horror film – a genre staple – inal, winter break approaches for of protest campaigns against the would birth an unremarkable the college students, here at a college, first to remove a racist remake in 2006 and another fail- quaint institute called Hawthorne statue and then to fire classics pro- ure to launch this year. College. But Riley (Imogen fessor Gelson (previous Farm Boy Co-writer and director Sophia Poots) doesn’t feel very festive, and “Saw” star Cary Elwes) for Takal, who worked on Hulu’s still traumatized from a sexual sexism and refusing to update his anthology horror series “Into the assault that went ignored by curriculum with more inclusive Dark” last year, updates the story authorities and marked her as a voices. for the #MeToo movement, hysterical exaggerator by the All this background sets the including a PG-13 rating for opti- frats. Luckily, her sorority sisters stage for the easy dispatch of vic- mal impact. And with Blumhouse not only stand by her but target the tims whom peers and useless photo courtesy of Universal Pictures Productions (“The Purge,” toxic men around them in a campus security assume left for The female victims are many throughout “Black Christmas.” the holidays, and motivation behind each killing. Rather than symbolizes patriarchy atop the after night of debates about all confront Bobby, the ambiguous glass ceiling, prejudice must be manner of topics. And, of course, villain from 45 years ago, Riley identified and snuffed out. “Boys the partying. The sorority scenes and company encounter masked will be boys” (a phrase that kinda work quite well, but the villains and hooded figures using archaic appears here) no longer shields are a pill. This a tough one weaponry: knives, a hatchet, bow vile and often illegal behavior. because actual men who complain and arrow, even an icicle. Not a For all “Black Christmas” has to about diminishing opportunities single madman in the attic, this is say, it never quite shines beyond for men are, in fact, a pill. But a coordinated attack that origi- its rhetorical goals. Each kill and annoying, obnoxious, simplistic nates with an institution’s seedy jolt is clearly telegraphed, pre- foes don’t really help move a history. dictably positioned. Poots (“Green story. Fans of the original will note Room,” “Fright Night,” “28 The answer to this problem isn’t many, many, many glaring revi- Weeks Later”) and Shannon, in sympathy for the devil – no “good sions. Abortion and sexual her debut feature film, service the people on both sides” false equiv- promiscuity take a back seat to story as best they can, but they alency needed – but something the sexual assault and women’s don’t ascend the lure of horror’s trailers originally promised: the rights. Both films do, however, final girl once dialogue transitions sisters take the fight to them. That portray toxic masculinity, though into the primary action are highly publicized concept is mere- 2019’s “Black Christmas” cranks halfway through. ly a singular moment. It should things up to 11. Takal’s reasons As for its interweaving of narra- kick off act two. Instead, this is all photo courtesy of Universal Pictures for some changes are quite com- tive and politics, college should be rather run-of-the-mill, even Imogen Poots gives a compelling performance in the remake of “Black pelling. In place of an unseen vil- an appropriate setting. Those though it seeks to shine a light on Christmas.” lain always lurking upstairs that defining years should evoke night important issues. Department of Arts and Culture Winter attractions open at Natural History Museum, Tar Pits The Natural History Museum and Tickets are required for “Antarctic On view now, “Mammoths and releases diversity initiative reports the La Brea Tar Pits have opened Dinosaurs,” while all other attrac- Mastodons” includes life-sized mod- new attractions for the holiday sea- tions and exhibits are free with muse- els, hands-on interactives and the lat- The Los Angeles County commitment by indicating the son. um admission. In addition to the est discoveries and research relating Department of Arts and Culture’s racial, ethnic or gender makeups of At NHM, attractions include museum’s exhibits, screenings of to these Ice Age animals. Research and Evaluation Division their boards, staff or artists, while “Antarctic Dinosaurs,” “Natural “Titanosaur 3D” and “Oceans 3D: “Ice Age Encounters” is a multi- has released three reports as part other applicants address the ques- History of Horror,” “Frozen in Time: Our Blue Planet” play daily in the media performance that digs into the of the department’s continued tion of diversity as it relates to the Images of Antarctica” and new NHM 3D Theater. mysteries of some of the extinct crea- efforts to improve diversity, equity organization’s historical work in “Becoming Los Angeles.” “Titanosaur 3D” transports view- tures who roamed Ice Age Los and inclusion in the arts. the communities they serve. Open through Jan. 5, “Antarctic ers to the end of the dinosaur age to Angeles. This dynamic, 15-minute Conducted by national arts data Demographic data is only a Dinosaurs” puts visitors in the shoes see how the long-necked Titanosaurs show – open on Fridays, Saturdays organization SMU DataArts, the starting point for ensuring that of Antarctic adventurer-scientists as moved, ate and interacted in their and Sundays – features a life-size 2019 LA County Arts and Culture everyone in the county has access they go on an expedition to Cretacious environment. Run time is adult saber-toothed cat puppet, a live Workforce Demographics Study to all the benefits of the arts. Antarctica’s Mount Kirkpatrick and 20 minutes. performance and film projections. surveyed staff, board members and Collecting demographic data discover a new species of dinosaur. “Oceans 3D: Our Blue Planet” Daily screenings of “Titans of the contractors of arts nonprofits, about who comes to an arts event Immersive environments transport travels beneath the surface in this 3D Ice Age 3D” give viewers an museums and government arts and who does not gives organiza- visitors millions of years into the past oceanic adventure narrated by Kate encounter with saber-toothed cats, agencies throughout the county. tions valuable facts, but it does not to Antarctica’s prehistoric environ- Winslet, and explores vibrant coral dire wolves and more. Attendees can It found that the cultural work- tell them everything they need to ment where crocodile-sized amphib- cities, enchanted underwater forests see how these magnificent creatures force is more homogenous than the know in order to serve all commu- ians and elephant-sized dinosaurs and deep waters. Run time is 25 min- became trapped in tar, preserved in population of the county at 59% nities equitably. once roamed. utes. time and are being unearthed today. non-Hispanic white. Seventy-eight Based on interviews with deeply “Natural History of Horror” All 3D films are free for members. All 3D films are free for members. percent of respondents identified committed supporters of the arts explores the science behind the scary The Natural History Museum is “Mammoths and Mastodons” is their country of origin as the US, from across the county, “What of classic monster films “Dracula,” located at 900 Exposition Blvd. For free with museum admission, while while 12% identified their country People Talk About When They “Frankenstein,” “The Mummy” and information, call (213)763-3466, or “Ice Age Encounters” and “Titans of origin as one of 62 different Talk About the Arts” identifies 12 more. Visitors can learn about scien- visit nhm.org. of the Ice Age 3D” require tickets. countries. themes that speak to why people tific discoveries from early experi- Winter attractions at the La Brea The La Brea Tar Pits are located Younger workers ages 15-34 participate in the arts and how they ments in animal electricity to the Tar Pits include “Mammoths and at 5801 Wilshire Blvd. For infor- tend to be more racially and ethni- incorporate it into their lives. excavation of King Tut’s tomb that Mastodons,” “Ice Age Encounters” mation, call (213)763-3499, or visit cally diverse, and 63% of the arts It found that people who are inspired some of cinema’s most and “Titans of the Ice Age 3D.” tarpits.org. and culture workforce are women. highly engaged with the arts do not iconic monsters. Visitors can also The Department of Arts and always call those experiences “art view rare movie props, film footage Culture added a new requirement experiences” or even think about and hands-on interactives in the to the agency’s Organizational them as “arts.” attraction. Grant Program in 2018. All appli- People value art they can expe- Showcasing large-scale pho- cants must submit a board-adopted rience together in shared public tographs, “Frozen in Time: Images of policy, statement and/or plan out- spaces, highlighting arts experi- Antarctica” displays artist Diane lining their commitment to diversi- ences as a tool for bringing people Tuft’s work from her 2012 trip to ty, equity and inclusion. In “From of all backgrounds together. Antarctica. Through Jan. 20, visitors Words to Action,” Arts and Culture People view the benefits of the can see how her photos capture analyzes these statements to learn arts as material and tangible, as Antarctica’s landscape in abstracted how the field is responding to this well as emotional and spiritual, ways. new requirement. and culturally-rooted arts experi- “Becoming Los Angeles” is a per- Nearly all grant applicants used ences are often about identity, manent exhibition that tells the story the term “diversity” in their state- place and belonging. of how Los Angeles transformed into ments, but they define that term For information, visit lacount- a sprawling metropolis. See the photo courtesy of the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and use it in different ways. yarts.org/article-sub- newest addition to the exhibition and The predator Cryolophosaurus, “cold crested lizard,” is one of four Some applications describe their categories/research-evaluation. learn how Hollywood was born. species of dinosaurs featured in “Antarctic Dinosaurs.” 28 December 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Gallery displays Christopher Myers’ first L.A. exhibit Crossword Puzzle by Myles Mellor Fort Gansevoort announced “Drapetomania,” the gallery’s first exhibition in Los Angeles, presenting new works by author and play- wright Christopher Myers. The gallery, which opened on Saturday, Dec. 14, is comprised of monumental textile works and sculptures. One of Myers’ sprawling textile works, “Every Temporary Hero,” depicts the recent surge in removal of Confederate monuments in America. Another key work in the exhibition, “How to Name a Famine, a Fire, a Flood,” illustrates the impact of climate crisis across the world, foregrounding its expanding effects upon marginal- ized and impoverished communities. The works on view in “Drapetomania” are rich with refer- ences to history, films, novels and Across 6. Tijuana specialty myths, including sources of inspira- 1. Cousin to pow! 7. Washington successor tion like Senegalese film “Touki 4. Goodbye from a Brit. 8. Fix Bouki” (1973); Sun Ra’s 8. Enumerate 9. Yeah, but... Afrofuturist film “Space is the 14. “Love Story”, first name: ___ 10. Math class, for short Place” (1972); and Teinosuke Mcgraw 11. Not playing Kinugasa’s 1926 silent horror 15. Top dog 12. Peg movie “Kurutta Ippeji” (A Page of 16. Cleverly escapes 13. Ballpark fig. Madness). 17. Coin-___ (laundromats) 21. Singer ___ Kim Myers has been visiting juvenile 18. Shamu, for one 22. College conferrals detention centers for the past 15 19. Air gun projectile 26. Compass direction years. Young people behind bars 20. Formal couples activity 27. ___ brisk pace photo courtesy of Fort Gansevoort and other urgent subjects have fig- 23. Central American palms 28. Like skimmed milk “Fan Dance” (2019) is one of many applique fabric pieces by Christopher ure centrally in Myers’ appliqué 24. Tres y tres 30. A, in Argentina Myers on view at “Drapetomania.” quilt work. Through his large- 25. Soup seasoning 31. Disparage scaled and colorful mural-like tex- 29. Arranged together 32. Mail Boxes ___ tile pieces, the artist draws viewers 34. Drummer Ringo 33. Buck’s partner into a dialogue framed around free- 36. Port. is part of it 35. Hwy. dom, bondage, displacement, colo- 37. Obey someone’s every whim 37. Play-___(tm) nialism, gender oppression, the jail- 43. Memorial column 38. All of the blood type letters ing of young people and other 44. Flows into 39. Young louse themes. 45. Tottenham ___ soccer team 40. Diamond meas. Drawing upon his experience as 48. Port ___, Florida 41. Employee agreement to protect a researcher and his own family’s 53. Encouraging words company information, abbr. Make sure to plan history in the United States, Myers 55. Political second banana 42. Cable alternative will also present a series of sculp- 56. Move to Latin American rhythms 46. Weigh tures in “Drapetomania” inspired 61. Rant 47. Stomach problems your visit with Santa by the craftsmanship inherent to the 63. Unctuous 49. Madonna role slave trade. 64. Surfacing gunk 50. Leased home “The goal of the work is to show 65. Loud laugher 51. Undo how both these concepts, freedom 66. Baltic Sea feeder 52. Douro river port and bondage, are interrelated and 67. A.B.A. member: Abbr. 54. Failed to show, with up inseparable, constitutive of each 68. Buries 56. “Phooey!” other,” Myers said. “In the West, 69. Exhibition 57. Alpine river the obsession with this matrix of 70. Zodiac sign 58. Hilary Duff song “___ Away” signifiers erases the many ways that 59. Gr. 1-6 one’s freedom is dependent on the Down 60. Apprentice bondage of others.” 1. Tree with gourdlike fruit 61. TNT starter Fort Gansevoort is located at 2. Petting zoo animal 62. “Am ___ the list?” 4859 Fountain Ave. For informa- 3. Lose temporarily tion, call (323)928-2332, or visit 4. Norse, God of thunder See Answers page 34 fortgansevoort.com. 5. Prefix with -nautics El Capitan Theatre debuts new film from ‘Star Wars’ saga

Hollywood’s El Capitan ings, lights are dimmed – rather rates of $13 are available for par- Theatre is showing “Star Wars: than out – and sound levels are ties of 20 or more. The Rise of Skywalker,” through reduced. For information, call (818)845- Jan. 19. “Star Wars: The Rise of 3100, or visit “The El Capitan Theatre is the Skywalker’ has special group elcapitantickets.com. place to enjoy this exciting new adventure because audiences will have exclusive experiences like the “Evolution of the Stormtrooper” costume exhibit and a display of costumes from “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,” said Ed Collins, El Capitan Theatre’s general manager. “Before each movie, ticketed guests can take their photo with “Tootie places her order …” read the headline for this photo- First Order Stormtrooper at a graph in the Dec. 14, 1950, issue of the Park Labrea News. meet-and-greet; plus guests will Young Tootie (Susan) Slater, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul see an all-new laser and light Slater, of Ogden Drive in Park La Brea, met Santa Claus at the show.” former May Company department store at the corner of Wilshire “Star Wars: The Rise of Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue, according to the accompanying Skywalker” show times are daily caption. She had hurried to the toy department and asked Santa at 9:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 8 for a special gift, and he helped her choose the perfect doll. Since p.m. and 11 p.m. A special Tiny her apartment at Park La Brea didn’t have a chimney, she Tot Tuesday showing will be held promised to leave the back door open for Santa on Christmas every Tuesday during the run of Eve, the caption read. With all the arrangements taken care of, “Star Wars: The Rise of photo courtesy of Industrial Light & Magic and Lucasfilm Ltd. Tootie was assured to have a memorable and merry holiday. Skywalker.” During these screen- Daisey Ridley stars as Rey in “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.” Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 29 December 19, 2019 Classified Advertising (323)933-5518 • email:[email protected] BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY

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Broadway musical ‘Frozen’ LA Phil hosts six more holiday season concerts The LA Phil’s Deck the Hall con- starts tour at Pantages Theatre certs will feature performances by an array of artists at the Walt The “Frozen” North dozen new numbers by the Disney Concert Hall during the hol- American tour officially opened film’s songwriters, Oscar win- iday season. on Dec. 6 in a nine-week ner Kristen Anderson- Holiday concerts include engagement at the Hollywood Lopez and EGOT winner Robert “Christmas Time Is Here” with Pantages Theatre. Lopez. Joining them on a cre- five-time Grammy-winning jazz The musical tour ative team that has won a cumu- vocalist Dianne Reeves, Dec. 20; stars Caroline Bowman as Elsa, lative 16 Tony Awards are Oscar the family-friendly annual Holiday Caroline Innerbichler as Anna, winner Jennifer Lee, Tony win- Sing-Along, Dec 21; White Austin Colby as Hans, F. ner Rob Ashford, and Tony and Christmas Sing-Along, Dec. 22; Michael Haynie as Olaf, Mason Olivier Award winner Michael and Grammy-winning gospel Reeves as Kristoff, Jerry Morse Grandage. singer CeCe Winans, Dec. 23. as Weselton, and Collin Baja The “Frozen” North Deck the Hall festivities culmi- photo courtesy of LA Phil and Evan Strand alternating as American tour will be perform- nate with two New Year’s Eve per- Holiday concert offerings include a New Year’s Day celebratory Sven. ing in Los Angeles through Feb. formances featuring Tony and performance with conductor emeritus Zubin Mehta. “Frozen” features songs from 2. For information, call Emmy Award-winning actress and the original Oscar-winning film, (323)468-1770, or visit frozen- singer Kristen Chenoweth, Dec. The LA Phil store is open from The Walt Disney Concert Hall is plus an expanded score with a themusical.com/tour. 31, and a New Year’s Day celebra- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, as well as located at 111 S. Grand Ave. For tion with maestro Zubin Mehta and before, during and after evening more information, call (323)850- the LA Phil, Jan. 1. concerts. 2000, or visit laphil.com. Hammer Museum names three new board members On Dec. 11, the Hammer ward-thinking leaders in their Later, Jackson, Jimmy Iovine Museum at UCLA announced respective worlds of music, art and and Trent Reznor banded together Larry Jackson to its board of direc- entertainment, and I’m thrilled that as the collective force behind tors, and Carla Emil and Joel their ideas and talent will be help- Beats Music, which subsequently Lubin to its board of overseers. ing to shape the Hammer’s future,” led to its acquisition by Apple, and “The past few years have Hammer Museum Director Ann thereafter became Apple Music. brought exciting developments to Philbin said. Lubin is co-head of the Motion the Hammer, and this momentum Jackson helped launch Apple Picture Group at Creative Artists is reflected in the appointment of Music four years ago and has Agency, the world’s leading enter- Larry, Carla and Joel to our signed marketing and content deals tainment and sports agency. He boards,” said Marcy Carsey, chair with Drake, Frank Ocean, Taylor represents many of the world’s of the board of directors. “We Swift, Nicki Minaj, DJ Khaled, leading actors, including Josh admire and heartily welcome their Future, Travis Scott and more. Brolin, James Corden, Tom Cruise, expertise and creative energy.” Jackson started his career as one Ralph Fiennes, Andrew Garfield The board of directors is the of the youngest music directors in and David Oyelowo. museum’s governing body, while radio history at KMEL-FM in San Emil is a longtime trustee of the the board of overseers offers guid- Francisco. He then joined Clive San Francisco Museum of Modern ance on the development of the Davis at RCA Music Group, where Art and previously served on the photo by Deen van Meer museum’s programs and collec- he produced albums for Whitney Dia Art Foundation’s board of Austin Colby (Hans) and Caroline Innerbichler (Anna) perform in the tion. Houston, Jennifer Hudson and the trustees. For information, visit North American tour of “Frozen.” “Larry, Carla and Joel are for- hit “American Idol” franchise. hammer.ucla.edu. Cancer support group lifts spirits at holidays New exhibit at Getty Institute presents rare print works Raymond Fuller was stunned when he received a kidney cancer “Käthe Kollwitz: Prints, printmaker and activist, present- diagnosis in March 2018. Process, Politics” is on view at ing works that have seldom been “I felt like my world was com- the Getty Research Institute on public display,” Getty ing down around me,” said Fuller, through March 29. Research Institute Director 50. “I had no symptoms, no clue Presenting rare works on Mary Miller said. about anything. It was life-chang- paper, Kollwitz’ work portrays In addition to etchings, wood- ing.” poverty, injustice and loss in a cuts and lithographs from every Immune-based therapies, target- society troubled by turbulent phase of the artist’s career, the ed treatments and clinical trials societal change and devastated exhibit also displays related have dramatically improved his by two world wars. preparatory drawings, proofs and physical health and cancer recov- The exhibit is drawn from the rejected versions of prints. These ery. Dr. Richard A. Simms sequences of images vividly doc- And the best medicine for his Collection of Prints and ument artistic evolution. mental health and determination? Drawings, and displays the work The Getty Research Institute Fuller credits the Cedars-Sinai of Kollwitz, a 20th-century is located at 1200 Getty Center Renal Cell Carcinoma Support graphic artist. Drive #110. For information, Group. Fuller has been a regular at “This exhibition offers com- call (310)440-7300, or visit the group sessions since his first photo courtesy of Cedars-Sinai pelling, fresh insights into getty.edu/research/exhibitions_e appointment at Cedars-Sinai Registered nurse Nancy Moldawer listens to support group member Kollwitz’s accomplishments as a vents/exhibitions/kollwitz. Cancer nearly two years ago. Raymond Fuller. “The group helps so much-the positivity, the information-sharing, all of it,” said Fuller, a Westchester said Nancy Moldawer, a longtime Moldawer said. “And, of course, furniture and cabinet maker. “It kidney cancer nurse, researcher we serve healthy, festive holiday helps me appreciate the moment and facilitator of the Cedars-Sinai snacks.” and look forward. I see people cancer support group. “They take Kidney cancer is among the 10 who’ve been dealing with this dis- each other’s phone numbers and most common cancers in men and ease for 15 years and are doing often have one-on-one chats when women. Nearly 74,000 new cases fine. That’s uplifting.” the meetings end. They create their of the disease will occur by the end The sessions feature an array of own support network outside of of this year, according to the speakers, including dietitians, our meetings, too, which is an American Cancer Society. About oncologists, radiologists, social enduring gift.” 14,770 people will die from it. workers and others who treat can- When the holiday season rolls “From day one at Cedars-Sinai, cer survivors. The group meetings around, some participants need an I wanted to talk to others who provide an opportunity to get extra boost as they deal with the share my experience,” Fuller said. detailed information and advice stress of large gatherings, rich “I have great friends, but they from experts. Participants also talk meals and fatigue, Moldawer said. don’t understand what I’m going shop with each other – fellow trav- To combat those seasonal chal- through and sometimes it’s hard to elers who know better than anyone lenges, Moldawer strives to pre- talk to them. The group makes me else what they’re enduring. sent an inspiring end-of-year edu- feel normal again.” photo courtesy of Getty Research Institute “Patients want to know about cational program. Cedars-Sinai is located at 8700 treatment-what’s out there, what’s “I try to make it spiritually Beverly Blvd. For information, Käthe Kollwitz created a woodcut, “In Memoriam Karl Liebknecht,” next, what’s under investigation,” uplifting and meaningful,” visit cedars-sinai.org. printed in black ink on Japan paper. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 31 December 19, 2019 Beverly Hills middle school students support Arthritis Foundation in ‘Jingle Bell Run’

More than 70 Beverly Vista Middle School students and their families supported the Beverly Vista Bulldog Team in the Arthritis Foundation’s Jingle Bell Run L.A. on Dec. 14. The team won two medals and placed third in fundraising, contributing more than $1,500 to the Arthritis Foundation. The Beverly Vista Middle School Color Guard also performed. Student Board Member Thomas Recupero (center) placed third in the event. For information, visit bhusd.org.

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LAUSD honored for wellness centers, language program

The Los Angeles Unified school district recently received two Golden Bell Awards from the California School Boards Association, recognizing the success of its wellness centers and Academic English Mastery Program in promoting student success. Through partnerships with community health care providers, the Division of Student Health and Human Services operates 17 school-based wellness centers providing free or reduced-rate medical and mental health services to students and families. The Academic English Mastery Program addresses the language and lit- eracy needs of African American, Mexican American, Hawaiian American and American Indian/Alaska Native students whose native language dif- fers in form and structure from standard English. The program provides schools and families with tools that allow students to acquire academic English skills in culturally and linguistically responsive ways. AEMP has identified six schools – one in each Local District – as emerging models of excellence. “We are proud of our educators for their hard work to ensure that our students are healthy and have strong academic skills,” LAUSD Superintendent Austin Beutner said. “We need to make sure every student has the opportunity to succeed in school and life.” “Los Angeles Unified is committed to providing every student with a great education and the support services they need to succeed in school,” added LAUSD Board Member Nick Melvoin. “We are proud of our ongoing efforts to serve the diverse needs of our school communities, and I’m grateful to CSBA for this recognition.” The awards were presented last week during a ceremony in San Diego. “We are honored to be selected for the Golden Bell Award,” LAUSD Student Health and Human Services Executive Director Pia Escudero said. “Our wellness centers have a profound effect in providing access to resources that support academic achievement, social-emotional development, wellness, food, health care and safety. We are very proud to work with and committed to enhancing our partnership with our federally qualified health centers and the many outside agencies that provide access to services and ensure the necessary support for the whole child, whole school, and whole community.” For information, visit lausd.net.

District applauds change of ‘at-risk’ to ‘at-promise’ youth definition

Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendent Austin Beutner recently joined state and county leaders in celebrating the Legislature’s passage of Assembly Bill 413, which re-designates “at-risk youth” as “at- promise youth” in California’s education and penal laws. “‘At-risk’ presumes a certain path, ‘at-promise’ reinforces what we know, that every child has the ability to succeed in school and in life,” Beutner said. “It’s up to us to make sure they have all the support they need to do so.” AB 413 was co-sponsored by Assemblyman Reginald Byron Jones- Sawyer (D-Los Angeles), who chairs the state Assembly’s Public Safety Committee and the Select Committee on Ending the School to Prison Pipeline. The legislation is intended to change the outcomes of vulnerable youth by promoting a more positive approach. “I was proud to see our sponsors, supporters, families, and students come together to celebrate the signing of AB 413,” Jones-Sawyer said. “Recognizing our young people as ‘at-promise’ is very personal to me. This bill [is] about celebrating our students and ensuring that everyone recognizes the inherent promise they all possess. I look forward to continuing to work with my colleagues in Sacramento to invest in our children during this next legislative year.” “None of us should refer to children – any children, regardless of where they are born or where they grow up – in any type of deficit language,” said Los Angeles County Office of Education Superintendent Dr. Debra Duardo. “We are here as educators and community members to uplift our children, to uplift their spirits and not to squelch them. Words matter.” For information, visit lausd.net. 32 December 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Immaculate Heart students give back by adopting families for the holidays Immaculate Heart High School and Middle School students recently raised awareness and support for people in need during the holiday season through a Justice Fair and the Adopt-a-Family Program. During Immaculate Heart’s semi-annual Justice Fair, an event organized by theology teacher Tim Crehan’s contemporary moral issues class, students sold hand- made items and edible treats to photo by Josh Barber, Los Angeles Dodgers raise more than $1,000 for the Children played games and received free gifts during the Los Angeles California Wildfire Relief Fund, Dodgers’ annual Children’s Holiday Party. Everytown for Gun Safety, Kids in Need of Defense and Mental Health America. Dodgers make the season brighter While students were preparing for the Justice Fair, the entire school community collected food photo courtesy of Immaculate Heart High School for homeless children and necessities for the Adopt-a- Immaculate Heart Middle School students collected food and other The Los Angeles Dodgers hosted more than 300 students at Dodger Family Program, organized each items for people in need during the holidays and donated them through Stadium on Dec. 13 for a day of fun and games during the team’s annual year through Cathedral of Our the Adopt-a-Family Program. Children’s Holiday Party. The event was organized by the nonprofit Lady of the Angels in downtown Playworks Southern California and included students from Solano Avenue Los Angeles. Additionally, middle Elementary and Schools on Wheels, which provides free tutoring and men- schoolers knitted and sold scarves On Dec. 17, more than 100 Founded in 1906, Immaculate toring to K-12th grade children from families experiencing homelessness. to benefit families in the program. Immaculate Heart students and Heart High School and Middle Participating players included pitchers Clayton Kershaw and Kenley On Dec. 6, Adopt-a-Family vol- their parents went downtown to School educates young women in Jansen, outfielder Alex Verdugo, infielder and outfielder Matt Beaty and unteers visited the Immaculate join other Adopt-a-Family volun- grades 6-12 on its campus at 5515 Dodgers alumni Dennis Powell, Billy Ashley, Al Ferrara and Matt Luke. Heart campus to pick up the bags teers to deliver packages of food, Franklin Ave. The children received lunch provided by Levy Restaurants and pairs of and boxes of items students had necessities and gifts to families in For information, call (323)461- shoes donated by Skechers. For information, visit dodgers.com. donated. need on Skid Row. 3651, or visit immaculateheart.org.

“Our students and employees to be an ally and grateful to be part March 1, 2020. LAUSD board calls for study of deserve to be part of a system that of a public institution that priori- “Los Angeles Unified is commit- works to counteract the insidious tizes gender equity and parity with- ted to providing equal opportunities and sometimes invisible effects of in our workforce.” so that all employees can succeed,” gender equity in employment gender bias,” Melvoin said. “And Superintendent Austin Beutner is Beutner said. “And we look for- today, we have affirmed our dis- expected to deliver a report with ward to continuing to build a work- In a unanimous vote on Dec. 3, room for improvement concerning trict’s commitment to self-reflec- breakdowns of current data, indi- force that reflects the rich diversity the Los Angeles Unified School employment, compensation and tion and continuous improvement cating any gender equity gaps and of the communities we serve.” District Board of Education called representation in leadership posi- toward gender equity. I’m thrilled strategies to remedy those gaps by For information, visit lausd.net. for a thorough examination of gen- tions among females and/or those der equity in the district’s hiring who identify as gender non-binary. and compensation practices. “Gender equity is essential in Los Sponsored by Board Members Angeles and Los Angeles Unified,” Mónica García, Nick Melvoin and García said. “We must ensure equal Kelly Gonez, the “She Leads! access to resources and opportuni- Affirming Los Angeles Unified ties for all genders. We need fear- School District’s Commitment to less leaders everywhere, and we Gender Equity” resolution directs will make sure that women are rep- the superintendent to conduct a resented across all departments and study of the district’s strengths and levels.” Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 33 December 19, 2019 Police used security video and forensic evidence to locate alleged suspect From page 1 announced the arrest on the evening the department’s top priority and all Israel-American Civic Action of Dec. 18 and credited police for necessary resources were devoted to Network forum on combating anti- thorough investigative work that the investigation. Semitism on Dec. 18 at the Beverly enabled them to identify and locate “I am so pleased that the collec- Hilton, where the arrest was also the suspect. Redding is from tive efforts and relentless police announced. Millersville, Pennsylvania, and it work on this case has resulted in the “We stand in solidarity with the was not divulged what he was apprehension of the suspect and a Nessah community and will assist in doing in Beverly Hills or how he criminal filing,” Spagnoli said. “I’d any way possible,” Gold said. ended up in Hawaii. like to thank our staff, partner law Police worked with the syna- “I said we would catch this guy enforcement agencies and commu- gogue’s leadership on the investiga- and we did,” Beverly Hills Mayor nity organizations for their expedition. Cleanup efforts were initiated John Mirisch said. “The criminal tious work and support during this on Dec. 14 and the temple reopened who we believe desecrated a holy difficult time.” the following day. place on Shabbat is now in custody Following the vandalism, there This article was updated from a photos courtesy of BHPD thanks to the superb work of the was an outpouring of support for the previous version in the print edi- Police released security video of the alleged suspect believed responsi- Beverly Hills Police Department. synagogue and condemnation of the tion of the newspapers. ble for the vandalism at Nessah Synagogue. The Beverly Hills community is crime. strong and will not be intimidated by “[I am] shocked and outraged by despicable acts. Our thoughts the vandalism at Nessah Synagogue remain with the Nessah community in the city of Beverly Hills,” Los Save LACMA announces ballot measure try as they work to move forward from Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti tweet- this terrible crime.” ed. “We will stand together and Save LACMA is looking to the accountable to the community. tion of world class art the space it The vandalism at the synagogue speak out strongly against any act of citizens of Los Angeles and oth- Hertz and Sutton represent non- deserves,” said Rob Hollman, Save occurred overnight when nobody hate and intolerance in our commu- ers who care about LACMA to profits, like Save LACMA, that are LACMA board president. “We are was inside the temple and was dis- nity.” aid in raising funds to place a involved in the political and legisla- hearing from the majority of the covered at approximately 7 a.m. on “[I am] appalled that our neigh- measure onto the Los Angeles tive processes on the local and state public, who wants to know they Dec. 14 by an employee who arrived bors, the congregation of Nessah County ballot regarding the plans levels. can help Save LACMA. The at work and found a door open and Synagogue in Beverly Hills, were to build a new museum building “After several conversations answer is simple: help us get this damage inside the building. The sus- the victims of vandalism,” U.S. Rep. on the LACMA campus and tear with Bradley Hertz and after learn- measure onto the next county ballot pect ransacked the interior, turned Ted Lieu wrote on Twitter. “We down some of the existing struc- ing about how ballot measures can by engaging with your colleagues, over furniture and scattered must condemn in the strongest terms tures. empower the public to make their friends and family, insist that your brochures and materials, police said. acts of intolerance and anti- In a statement, the nonprofit said public institutions to be more local county supervisor hear what Several Jewish relics were dam- Semitism, and ensure that everyone it has retained the services of accountable, we feel very opti- constituents actually want for our aged, but the main scrolls were feels safe in their houses of wor- Bradley Hertz and the Sutton Law mistic that we can help save our museum – and don’t forget to unscathed. Nothing was stolen. ship.” Firm to help guide them through Los Angeles County Museum of vote!” Detectives found security camera Beverly Hills City Council mem- their efforts to ensure that LACMA Art from what would likely be a All contributions to Save images of the suspect that were used bers Lili Bosse and Julian Gold also – a public institution on public land massive budget shortfall and an LACMA are tax-deductible. to identify him. BHPD Chief Sandra condemned the incident. Beverly with a priceless collection of pub- unfinished product that would not For information, visit Spagnoli said solving the crime was Hills officials participated in an licly-owned artwork – will remain provide our extraordinary collec- ourlacma.org. 34 December 19, 2019 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Apartment project planned for Fairfax could face community pushback From page 1 made were to rehang some of the Schreck added that he’s rooting Nelson of Armbruster Goldsmith & artwork that had been taken down for the new operators’ success. Delvac, did not respond to requests and to clean up the space. “I’m delighted that Bergin’s is for comment. “We left the bones exactly the reopening. I never wanted Bergin’s “It’s wildly out of scale for any- same … For us, there’s no ego to go away. It just was not a tenable thing on Fairfax. It’s over the top involved in this. Look at all these business when I had it, and these in any sense of the word,” Hixon shamrocks. This was someone’s guys are really good operators. said. neighborhood spot for almost 100 Hopefully, with renewed communi- The two existing buildings con- years. We didn’t want to take that ty support and their own insight into tain 40 units, documents filed with away from anyone,” Francis how they feel Bergin’s can move the city show, and Hixon said it’s Castagnetti said. forward, they’ll be successful. I’m important that the residents of those The operators, however, do not really excited for them,” Schreck apartments, which are rent-stabi- photo by Cameron Kiszla own the bar, and they declined to said. lized, be protected. The Castagnetti brothers have left much of the Tom Bergin’s interior as name the new owner of Bergin’s. The Castagnettis said the Of the 209 units planned for the it was when the Irish pub closed nearly two years ago. Former Bergin’s owner Derek neighborhood has also been very new development, Clifford’s Schreck said he sold the business supportive, and Ken Hixon, plans show that 28 will be set to a company called 840 Fairfax senior vice president of Miracle aside for extremely low-income LLC at the end of June. According Mile Residential Association, tenants. to the Los Angeles County said the new team at Bergin’s has “We’re working with the tenants Residents of historic Assessor’s records, the property “enormous goodwill” behind of those buildings to do everything was sold on June 26 for $4.6 mil- them for their attempt to resurrect we can to make sure they know lion. a beloved community establish- their rights and they have all the neighborhood worry The Castagnettis said Schreck ment after the building was information they need,” Hixon has been very supportive of the declared a historic-cultural monu- said. business’s reopening. ment by the Los Angeles City The Castagnettis said they have “Derek has been unbelievably Council in June. no association with any planned about impact of rail supportive and helpful … he’s been “We’re absolutely delighted. This developments nearby and were reti- From page 5 great to us,” Francis Castagnetti was the whole point of working so cent to comment on any potential said. hard to achieve landmark status for development in the area. Fairfax Avenue and Olympic meetings. If the hybrid is chosen, the property,” Hixon said. However, David Castagnetti Boulevard and San Vicente and 49% of the line would exist in However, Hixon noted concern noted that Bergin’s is “a neighbor- Wilshire boulevards. West Hollywood and 51% in the Answers From Page 28 about the results of what he hood bar at its heart.” Other potential options that are city of Los Angeles, according to described as “a Solomon decision” “So if the neighborhood grows, being considered to establish the HR&A’s findings. in June: the Bergin’s parking lot and there’s more of an audience for extension between Several residents said during was excluded from historic-cultural it to be a neighborhood bar … that’s Exposition/Crenshaw and public comment that the hybrid monument protections so that a great thing,” David Castagnetti Hollywood/Highland are La option would be their top choice housing might one day be built on said. Cienega Boulevard and Fairfax for the Crenshaw Northern it. In the short term, the Castagnettis Avenue. La Brea and Vermont Extension. In plans filed with the city earlier said they are working to get the avenues were previously consid- Metro will consider which this month, applicant Chris Clifford restaurant back on its feet. They’ve ered but eliminated after they options to authorize for environ- proposed a 209-apartment project hired a team of 10 to 15 people who were determined to be infeasible. mental impact reports at a called 800 South Fairfax to replace can help the cultural institution A San Vicente/Fairfax hybrid February 2020 board meeting. both of the two-story apartment thrive. route was added to the study after Mieger said that the board of buildings that are immediately “A place like this … at the end of suggestions to combine the best directors will potentially narrow north of Bergin’s. Clifford’s listed the day, it kind of belongs to the of the two lines were made dur- its options down to two align- representative, attorney Todd city,” David Castagnetti said. ing public comment at previous ments for the next stage of studies. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 35 December 19, 2019 Concert music venue School district retrofitting 90-year-old joins Roxy, Rainbow as buildings for potential seismic activity From page 1

Seismic retrofitting measure- administration, attendance, coun- asbestos and the balcony is being local cultural resource ments in the neighboring B2 seling and classrooms. restored. Pylman was not certain From page 1 include structural steel beams, fiber- The classrooms, occupying the how or if the seismic retrofitting glass-reinforced polymer systems second level of B2, will have fold- renovations would affect the into the Rock and Roll Hall of unable to come up with a quorum and repair patches. Pylman also said ing partition doors, allowing them amount of seating in the auditorium Fame. Acts like Van Halen, the to consider the Whisky and that a completely new building to be opened for group sessions for or B4’s Salter Theater. Police, the Ramones and the advance it alongside its counter- foundation was installed over 14 a “modern, 21st-century learning “This is probably one of the most Kinks performed at the Whisky, parts. However, on Oct. 28, the months in B2, which is used for environment,” Pylman said. unique projects that we’ve all been and the Doors served as the Whisky was approved by the On the exterior, crews prioritized involved in,” Pylman said. venue’s house band. commission, and the Whisky installing gutters to channel rainwa- Next steps will include pulling The Whisky was also honored now joins the Rainbow and the ter and are restoring bricks. Strip up the concrete and wooden floors by the Rock and Roll Hall of Roxy as landmarks after they First remodel lighting will eventually be mounted in B3 and B4 to allow for excava- Fame, which declared the venue received their final approval in the concrete and flower beds of tion below the foundations, where a Historic Rock and Roll from the City Council in the Graduation Lawn to light the they will increase the mass and Landmark. November. entire line of buildings. anchor the buildings. The excava- In West Hollywood, the On Oct. 28, the Historic in nearly 30 Structures B3 and B4 house the tion site will then be refilled and Whisky was proposed for land- Preservation Commissioners school’s arts programs – band, the- concrete slabs will be poured, mark status alongside fellow were effusive in their praise for ater and choir – and include later Pylman said. Sunset Strip institutions the the Whisky and the impact it had years for additions built of clay brick, rather After all seismic retrofitting is Roxy Theatre and Rainbow Bar on the city. than cement blocks like the rest of completed, crews will start building and Grill, though it was delayed “If the Whisky is not a land- the facilities. from the ground up. Renovations by the West Hollywood Historic mark for this town, we don’t reading room B3 houses the KL Peters for B1 and B2 are projected to be Preservation Commission. On have landmarks,” Commissioner Auditorium, which has been completed in winter 2021, and no Oct. 2, the commission was Edward Levin said. From page 5 stripped to the studs after internal completion date has been demolition cleaned out lead and announced for B3 and B4. Mirisch added that the library is ranked as one of the best libraries in California and has received a five- Patients claim long star rating from the Library Journal several years in a row. According to its website, the Holiday Sale! waits in obtaining Library Journal assesses public Holiday Sale! libraries across the country and rates the most prestigious based mental health services on five measures: overall circulation, circulation of electronic From page 7 materials, library visits, program attendance and public computer ments must be rescheduled. Russell advance care, nor does it help us. use. also said Kaiser is in the process of Rather than calling for a strike, we “I think one of our most hidden establishing a new labor agreement ask that NUHW’s leadership con- [services] are the electronic with NUHW and the demonstra- tinue to engage with the mediator resources that we have,” Buth tions are detrimental to the well- and Kaiser Permanente to resolve said. “You can check out an e- wood • vinyl • fiberglass • aluminum being of patients. these issues.” book and not have to pay money “We have been jointly working to do that ... We have lots of KEEP THE COLD OUT! with an external, neutral mediator research tools to help people do to help us reach a collective bar- “A strike does their studying.” gaining agreement with the nothing to help our The Beverly Hills Public National Union of Healthcare important work to Library is located at 444 N. SALE GOOD 25% OFF Workers. The mediator recently advance care, nor Rexford Drive. 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However, the union than calling for a tyservices/beverlyhillspublicli- has rejected it and announced plans strike, we ask that brary. to strike instead of working NUHW’s through the mediated process,” leadership continue to Russell said. “We believe that engage with the medi- clinical social worker for Kaiser NUHW’s repeated call for short ator and Kaiser Permanente, said she is hopeful strikes is disruptive to patient there will be better ways to pro- access, operational care and ser- Permanente to resolve vide better service under vice, and is frankly irresponsible. these issues.” improved conditions for employ- Although Kaiser Permanente will ees. make every effort to minimize -Annie Russell, chief operating “People can’t take months and patient disruption, due to the strike officer of Southern California months, and never get treatment,” we may be forced to reschedule Permanente Medical Group Silverman said. “We are hoping check out our YELP reviews! appointments and devote valuable there will be a change.” resources needed elsewhere in our For Pollock, the change can’t organization to instead address the The promise to continue work- come soon enough. 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