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Volume 27 No. 37 Serving the West Hollywood, Hancock Park, Beverly Hills and Wilshire Communities September 14, 2017 Pull up a lawn chair Riskyn business along Hollywood Blvd. Street vendors try to carve out their own on   Park(ing)Park(ing) Day Day, an internationally recognized program in which com- niche, but raise The Mid City West Community munity members convert parking legal questions Council is inviting the public to into parks to provide a glimpse into hang out on Friday in parking the possibilities of using streets for 
 spaces being converted into mini more than just places to store vehi- parks as part of the annual cles. This year, organizers are trying On Hollywood Boulevard, just “Park(ing) Day.” something new by closing a portion outside Hard Rock Cafe, there’s a The events on Sept. 15 from 9 of Stanley Avenue between man dancing to the rock music the a.m. to 5 p.m. mark the fourth year Melrose Avenue and an alley a restaurant plays for guests. Mid City West has celebrated See Parks page 26 Nearby, a sidewalk vendor has a table full of fidget spinners. Later in the evening, a row of hotdog vendors grills food openly, the smell of bacon wafting through the air. A hip-hop group freestyle raps about individual tourists as they walk by, gathering a crowd of photo by Jaclyn Cosgrove onlookers who record them on Azucena Favela, an 18-year-old Simi Valley resident, stopped with their cell phones. friends on Tuesday evening to take a photo wrapped in boa constrictors. On the sidewalks of Hollywood Ronald Johnson, a longtime snake owner, has been coming to the Boulevard, there’s something for Hollywood and Highland area for about two years. everyone — and for local business leaders, that’s a problem. In February, the Los Angeles Upon the council’s vote, Mayor However, months later, busi- Eric Garcetti praised the move and ness owners are still waiting for photo by Gregory Cornfield City Council voted to unanimous- ly decriminalize sidewalk and said he looked forward to working the council’s next steps. Those A Park(ing) Day pop-up mini park was created in 2015 on Wilshire street vending, which was until with the council on a comprehen- Boulevard in front of Miracle Mile Toys and Games. The annual event then a misdemeanor. sive, compassionate policy. See Vendors page 26 encourages people to think about other uses for parking spaces. Committee will help determine Tarfestn celebrates 15 years in the Miracle Mile Thousands of futuren of Beverly Hills schools visitors are expected Deadline for stakeholders to apply is Sept. 22 for the annual event       with in recent years. He announced that a 20-person committee com- Beverly Hills Unified School prised of local stakeholders will Hancock Park at the La Brea District Superintendent Michael help guide the decision-making Tar Pits and Museum will be filled Bregy cited Blockbuster Video and process, culminating in specific with art and music on Saturday, Netflix at Tuesday’s school board recommendations in December. Sept. 16, at the 15th annual meeting to describe the fork in the “It’s the kind of step we need to Tarfest, a celebration of the artistic road the district faces. take right now,” said Bregy, enter- talent and cultural institutions in Years ago, Blockbuster decided it ing his first full school year in the Miracle Mile. would stick to DVD and VHS Beverly Hills since joining the dis- Thousands of people are rentals from their brick and mortar trict in February. “How can we expected to join the festivities, locations; Netflix decided to adapt, innovate?” which run from 2 to 10 p.m. James ultimately morphing into one of the One of the challenges is an Panozzo, executive director of photo by Eric Minh Swenson world’s biggest content platforms “unsustainable” financial path, Launch LA, producer of Tarfest, The annual Tarfest features musical performances by L.A.-based while Blockbuster filed for bank- Bregy said during a presentation to said the goal has always been to bands. The festival returns to the Miracle Mile this Saturday. ruptcy in 2010. the board. Leading up to the pas- bring top notch music and art to Like Netflix, Bregy said, the dis- sage of its 2017-18 budget, the the area while giving people a rea- trict must adapt to avoid nagging school board had been contemplat- son to spend more time in the Panozzo said. “It’s another way to its core.” deficit spending year after year, and ing ways to erase a projected $5 community. get people into the area, but it is This year’s Tarfest will feature a to resolve lingering questions about million budget deficit, but fell short “A lot of people haven’t even also for people who live in the musical line-up curated by Kevin the effectiveness of maintaining of reaching that figure. The Los been to the Tar Pits. They’ve dri- area to come out and intermingle. Bronson, of BuzzBands LA and four K-8 schools, among other con- ven by, but haven’t stopped,” It’s a gathering of community at See Tarfest page 25 cerns the school board has grappled See Schools page 25 2 September 14, 2017 CALENDAR Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Berg, Brahms and porate profiteers after oil is discovered Bernstein on under Paris. Showtime on Sept. 17 is 2 Elevator“Elevator,” a production written and Saturday, Sept. p.m.; see schedule for additional directed by Michael Leoni, has been 16 at 3 p.m. in the showtimes. Tickets start at $25. 3352 extended from Friday, Sept. 15 Eva and Marc E. Foothill Blvd. (626)356-3100, through Saturday, Dec. 30 at the Stern Grand Hall anoisewithin.org. Coast Playhouse in West Hollywood. at The Music Gavin Leatherwood, Megan Davis, Center’s Dorothy Deanna DellaCioppa and Mara Chandler Pavilion. The ensemble fea- McCaffray have Classical Concert tures principal players from the LA The Colburn School kicks-off its joined the cast. Opera Orchestra, along with soprano 2017–2018 season with a classical The play focuses Elizabeth Zharoff. General admission music performance on Sunday, Sept. on seven strangers is $35. 135 N. Grand Ave. pit- 17 at 3 p.m. in Zipper Hall. The con- stuck in an eleva- tancechambermusic.org. cert brings together professional musi- tor who find it’s cians and Colburn School students. It only a matter of features cellist Lynn Harrell, who will time before their join students for a performance of truths are Star Trek, Into works by Beethoven, Handel and revealed. Showtimes are 8 p.m., Darkness Mendelssohn. Tickets start at $13. 200 Friday and Saturday; 3 and 7 p.m., West Hollywood Library’s “Beam Me S. Grand Ave. (213)621-1050, col- Sunday. General admission tickets are Up Saturdays” series is hosting a burnschool.com. $40. 8325 Santa Monica Blvd. screening of “Star Trek, Into (424)279-4816, elevatortheplay.com. Darkness” on Saturday, Sep. 16 from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Community Meeting Coffee With Bach Room. The free screening is open to Salastina Music Society presents Household Waste teens ages 13 and older. The film is “Coffee With Bach at Jones” on rated PG-13. 625 N. San Vicente Sunday, Sept. 17 Collection Blvd. (310)652-5340, weho.org. from 5:30 to 7 The Los Angeles County Department p.m. at Jones of Public Works will host a household Coffee Roasters in hazardous waste and e-waste collec- Pasadena. Brian tion on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 9 RunawayFountain Theatre isHome holding the world Lauritzen will a.m. to 3 p.m. along West Third Street premiere of “Runaway Home” run- interview Mireya between Foothill Road and Civic ning from Saturday, Sept. 16 through and Chuck Jones, Center Drive in Beverly Hills. All Los Sunday, Nov. 5. The play is a power- owners of Jones Angeles County residents may dis- ful, funny and deeply moving mother- Coffee, about coffee making and its pose of household hazardous waste photo by Cheryl Mann daughter story set three years after history and culture during Bach’s life- such as brake fluid, paint, paint thin- Pacific Ballet Dance Theatre presents “The Best of Khachaturian” on Hurricane Katrina. Showtimes are 8 time. Salastina will perform Bach’s ner, cleaners with acid or lye, pesti- Sunday, Sept. 17 at 5 p.m. at the Alex Theatre in Glendale. The evening p.m., Saturday, Monday, Wednesday, complete “Coffee Cantata,” a satirical cides, herbicides, household batteries, Thursday and Friday; 2 p.m., Sunday. mini-opera about a young woman’s features ballet and instrumental music by Armenian composer Aram car batteries, pool chemicals, motor Tickets start at $20. 5060 Fountain intense love for the beverage. Tickets oil, oil filters, expired pharmaceuti- Khachaturian, including “Saber Dance” and “Lezginka” from “Gayane,” Ave. (323)663-1525, fountainthe- are $50. 693 S. Raymond Ave., salasti- cals, anti-freeze and fluorescent light as well as selections from “Spartacus” and “Masquerade,” and a new atre.com. na.org/concerts. bulbs. Computers, televisions, print- work titled “Remember.” The cast includes Eduard Sargsyan as ers, cell phones and tablets will also Spartacus and Inga Demetryan as Phrygia. Natasha Middleton, artistic be accepted, along with hypodermic director of Pacific Ballet Dance Theatre, leads the performance. Tickets needles, syringes, intravenous needles The Madwoman J.Author, Jaye philosopher Gold and teacher J. start at $25. 216 N. Brand Blvd. (818)243-2539, alextheatre.org. and lancets. Waste from businesses, Jaye Gold will speak on Monday, trash, tires and large appliances will ofA Noise Chaillot Within, a classical repertory Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. during “World not be accepted. (800)238-0172, theater company based in Pasadena, Peace/Inner Peace: What’s the cleanla.com. LA/LA Initiative. An opening recep- (Tongva) will lead hands-on activities presents Jean Giraudoux’s “The Connection?” at USC. Gold recently tion is on Sept. 16 from 2 to 5 p.m. and a discussion about the importance Madwoman of Chaillot” running from published his fourth book, “Justin 647 N. San Vicente Blvd. (323)776- of building a reciprocal relationship Sunday, Sept. 17 through Saturday, Time, Autobiographical Stories from Sense of Place 6629, weho.org. with the environment. 4700 Western Nov. 11. The poetic, surreal and comic an American Spiritual Master.” Los Angeles Nomadic Division pre- Heritage Way. (323)667-2000, fable features ANW resident artist Doheny Memorial Library. sents “Sense of Place,” by Jose theautry.org. Deborah Strang as Countess Aurelia, Admission is free. 3550 Trousdale Dávila, from Saturday, Sept. 16 to who is determined to drive away cor- Parkway. bit.ly/2gYUVqf. Saturday, May 26 in West NativeLearn about NativeGardening American culture Hollywood Park. The large-scale, bearers and ethnobotanists during “In public exhibition draws a portrait of The Garden: Plants and People” on Chamber Music the city’s many experiences, geogra- Saturday, Sept. 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Concert phies and histories. It is part of The the Autry Museum of the American Pittance Chamber Music kicks off its Getty’s Pacific Standard Time: West. Cultural educator Craig Torres new season with a program of Mozart,

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nMade in Hollywood celebrates local productions “Silicon Valley,” “Late Late Show” and “School of Rock” were among the shows recognized at the fifth annual ceremony   
  ture and television production to “Real Time with Bill Maher” and California. Local officials have “The Late Late Show with James The Emmy Awards will be hand- lauded the impact it’s had on the Corden” in the variety talk series ed out Sunday at the Microsoft local film and TV industries. category; and “Documentary Theater in downtown L.A. Offering “There’s simply no substitute for Now” and “Drunk History” for the a preview, the Made in Hollywood filming in California,” O’Farrell variety sketch series. Honors returned on Sept. 12 at the said. O’Farrell said his office has 1600 Vine apartment complex in The councilman said plenty of been working with state lawmakers Hollywood to celebrate locally pro- residents in the entertainment to advance legislation that further duced TV shows that have been industry have told him over the supports the industry. Los Angeles nominated for Emmy Awards. years that leaving Los Angeles for Mayor Eric Garcetti has also been “The efficiency and the talent is months or years at a time to pursue a proponent of making sure movie just so much greater here,” said certain projects have put a strain on and TV production comes back to Marg Helgenberger, an Emmy their family lives. More opportuni- Los Angeles. Award winning actor. ties to work in within the city have The mayor’s advocacy of local For years, television production helped many of them maintain a filmmaking has included a Digital left Los Angeles for more favorable better work-life balance. Makers Initiative launched in June. economic conditions elsewhere. “They generate jobs for our local The program cut two-thirds of photo by Luke Harold The exodus left Los Angeles crews and talent, and keep our film-permitting costs for small and “bleeding jobs” to other states, Los small businesses thriving,” said digital-first productions. Producers and actors of some of T.V.’s most popular shows attended the Angeles Councilman Mitch Amy Lemisch, executive director “Los Angeles has always been fifth annual Made in Hollywood Honors on Tuesday morning. O’Farrell, 13th District, said. of the California Film home to pioneers of the entertain- “We were standing idly by while Commission. ment industry, and we should take our signature industry was leaving Honorees at this year’s Made in down barriers to the kind of cre- restore the film and TV industry to Los Angeles, the county of Los us,” he added. Hollywood included “Modern ative, future-minded innovation glory, citing the middle-class jobs Angeles and the Southern The passage of Assembly Bill Family,” “Silicon Valley” and that small digital filmmakers repre- and economic growth. California region,” said Kevin 1839 in 2014 provided tax credits “VEEP” in the comedy series cate- sent,” he said earlier this year. “The most talented people in the James, president of the Los Angeles designed to bring more motion pic- gory; “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” City Hall will continue to help industry are right here in the city of Board of Public Works.

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A draft environmental impact report is available for public review for the Modera Argyle Project, a mixed-use development proposed at the southeast corner of Argyle and Selma avenues in Hollywood. The development by MCRT Investments, LLC would include 276 residential units on a 1.1-acre parcel currently occupied by an elec- tronics store and other low-rise photo courtesy of the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office buildings just north of the Hollywood Palladium. Thirteen Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer recently accepted the units would be designated for very Hodson Award from Pauline Weaver, chair of the Government and low income residents. Public Sector Lawyers Division of the American Bar Association. The seven-story project would photo by Edwin Folven also include a ground-floor mezza- A developer is proposing a mixed-use project at the southeast corner of nine and subterranean parking. The Argyle and Selma avenues in Hollywood, where the Ametron Electronics developer has two plans for com- store is located. mercial space at the site: approxi- mately 24,000 square feet of retail City Attorney awarded for and restaurant space, or 27,000 stages,” said Tony Arranaga, com- Association, which has sued devel- square feet for a grocery store. The munications director for the opers and the city over other projects buildings currently at the site would O’Farrell. “We are interested in in the area, said while he hasn’t outstandingLos Angeles City Attorney performanceanother level in the days ahead.” be demolished. The public comment hearing more details and encourage formed an opinion about the Modera Mike Feuer has announced that Pauline Weaver, chair of the period closes on Monday, Sept. 18. the community to provide input as Argyle Project, he worries about too his office has received a 2017 ABA’s Government and Public The environmental review the process moves forward.” much density. Hodson Award from the Sector Lawyers Division, hon- process will continue after the initial The project is located in an area “They are building all these units. American Bar Association ored the Los Angeles City public comment period, and the pro- that has undergone many recent I don’t know who it is supposed to (ABA) Government and Public Attorney’s Office at the General ject will be considered by the changes, including the construction serve,” Haines said. “We don’t have Sector Lawyers Division. E. E. Anderson Awards reception Planning Commission and the Los of large residential projects such as the infrastructure to support all this The Hodson Award, named on Aug. 11 in New York City. Angeles City Council. The public Columbia Square and The Camden density they are proposing. It would after the late Maj. Gen. Kenneth J. The Los Angeles City can still provide input on the project Apartments. Another large develop- be great if the city had a plan. With Hodson, a former judge advocate Attorney’s Office’s responsibili- during each stage of consideration. ment, the Palladium Residences, is all of the gridlock, how are we ever general of the U.S. Army, recog- ties stand out among public law The development is located in the planned for a site just south of the going to be able to get out of this nizes sustained outstanding per- offices. They include suing on 13th Council District, represented Modera Argyle Project. area if there is an emergency?” formance or specific and extraor- behalf of the city of Los Angeles by Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, Some local residents are con- A call to the developer was not dinary service by a government or and on behalf of the people of the who has not made a decision about cerned about the impact the new returned. People interested in public sector law office. State of California, and vindicat- whether to support or oppose the construction is having in reviewing the environmental impact “It’s extremely gratifying to be ing public rights in cases that fre- project. Hollywood. Doug Haines, a mem- report can visit planning.lacity.org or the first city attorney’s office in quently have statewide and “This proposal is in the very early ber of the La Mirada Neighborhood bit.ly/2w9e4QP. the nation to receive this distin- national impact. guished award,” Feuer said. “Our The office also prosecutes team does transformative work on approximately 45,000 misde- so many issues, from protecting meanor cases each year and has consumers – as with our lawsuit established neighborhood-based, against Wells Fargo over fake restorative justice programs to accounts – to criminal justice reduce recidivism and divert low- reform, gun violence prevention, level offenders from the criminal community-based efforts to make justice system. Additionally, the neighborhoods safer and advance Los Angeles City Attorney’s environmental justice, and much Office provides advice on public more. The ABA’s recognition policy issues and helps draft all inspires us to take our work to yet municipal legislation.

Dear Friends: L’Shanah Tovah Tikatevu

ובתכית הבוט הנשל I would like to personally wish you and your family my best wishes for a joyous and meaningful Rosh Hashanah.

May the sound of the shofar welcome in an incredible year!

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IOCn officially awards 2028 Summer Games to L.A. Paris also confirmed as hosts for 2024 during a unanimous vote in Peru   
  Paris will host the 2024 Games, fol- members including Mitchell lowed by L.A. in 2028. Both cities Englander, Joe Buscaino and Gil The city of Los Angeles was for- were originally vying for 2024. Cedillo as he signed the host city con- mally awarded the 2028 Olympic Garcetti, speaking before members tract with IOC President Thomas and Paralympic Games on of the IOC and the delegation repre- Bach. Wednesday after a unanimous vote senting Paris, which was awarded the The vote culminated an unlikely by the International Olympic 2024 Games, recalled watching the victory for Los Angeles after the Committee in Peru, where Mayor 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles as a United States Olympic Committee Eric Garcetti and other city officials 13-year-old. originally endorsed Boston as the were in attendance. “You planted a dream that today is U.S.’s primary candidate for the 2024 The vote confirmed an agreement coming true,” Garcetti said, address- Games. Two years later, Los Angeles reached earlier this summer among ing the IOC members. and Paris were the two cities left Los Angeles, Paris and the IOC that The mayor was flanked by council standing. The process took an unprecedented turn when IOC lead- ers earlier this year broached the idea photo courtesy of the mayor’s office of simultaneously awarding the 2024 The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum glowed with the colors of the LA and 2028 Games this year, a first in 2028 logo in anticipation of Wednesday’s vote by the International Olympic history. Next Night Block Party Olympic Committee to confirm Los Angeles as host of the 2028 Summer “We held fast to the notion that Los Angeles’ objective is to do what’s Games. returnsFollowing an exciting on summer Sept.Charleville 23 Boulevard to right for the Olympic movement,” for Beverly Hills nightlife, Next Gregory Way along South Beverly Garcetti said. have remained confident that the city athletes, residents and visitors who Night – a block party celebrating the Drive. Attendance is free and suit- The 2024 Games will mark a cen- will profit from the games and put will come to the city. Metro’s Purple city’s community, returns this fall. able for all ages. Well-behaved and tennial celebration for Paris, which portions of the money toward youth Line Extension is expected to be in The 200 block of South Beverly leashed dogs are welcome. also hosted the 1924 Games. Four sports and other programs. Los operation by then, and the city of Drive will once again be “pedestri- There will be a designated Uber years later, Los Angeles will join Angeles earned more than $200 mil- West Hollywood has been working to an only” for an even bigger com- and Lyft drop off point near Paris and London as the only cities lion from the 1984 Games. In 1932, add more public transportation. munity event, featuring live bands Gregory Way, at the southern end of that have hosted the games three when Los Angeles first hosted the “We’ve been great partners before and DJs, food trucks, restaurant spe- the 200 block of Beverly Drive. times. games, financial records were not dis- and I’m certain we will be again,” cials, a beer and wine garden, and Parking is also available at the city “Nothing brings humanity together closed, but newspaper accounts at the said Casey Wasserman, chairman of pop-up shops. This specially curat- parking garages, 216 S. Beverly better than the Olympic Games,” said time claimed the city profited $1 mil- LA 2028, the city’s Olympic ed evening will showcase a mix of Drive and 242 N. Beverly Drive. Allyson Felix, an Olympic gold lion. exploratory committee. local artists and businesses, with an Next Night is spearheaded by medalist and California native. The City Council last month unan- Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, 13th emphasis on goods crafted right Next Beverly Hills, a committee of Public polling has shown wide- imously voted to accept the 2028 District, has been serving as a mem- here in Beverly Hills. Attendees of young leaders appointed by the spread support by Los Angeles resi- Games despite financial variables it ber of council’s Ad Hoc Olympic last year’s event will be enchanted mayor and the City Council to dents for hosting the games again. will have to fill in over the next Committee. by Next Night’s development, fea- engage residents through innovative Some residents cite the adverse eco- decade. Pending state legislation “We have a golden opportunity to turing many more exceptional initiatives that address their nomic effects past host cities have would contribute funding to offset address some of the current issues we attractions and memorable experi- lifestyles, economic and civic suffered in protest of bringing the any cost overruns. face in Los Angeles, leveraging the ences. needs. For more information on games back to Los Angeles. But city The 11-year wait to host the games 2028 Olympic Games to build a last- Next Night will be open from 6 to thecommittee, go to www.beverly- officials, including council members gives Los Angeles additional time to ing legacy,” he said in a statement 11 p.m. Sept. 23, and stretches from hills.org/nextbeverlyhills. on the Ad Hoc Olympic Committee, address infrastructure needs of the after the vote on Wednesday. 6 September 14, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Couldn WeHo’s marijuana laws go up in smoke? Questions over federal government enforcement linger as California cities prepare for recreational cannabis laws to take effect statewide  
   come to California and enforce that, Planning Commission and he said. Business License Commission are Like cities across California, “They can come in anytime they expected to discuss the city’s mari- West Hollywood has spent months want and confiscate the properties,” juana regulations in October. planning how it will regulate adult Aubel said. “This is part of the risk The West Hollywood City recreational marijuana consump- that [dispensaries] run. Properties Council will likely vote in tion once it’s legal in January. But who allow this have to sign an November to adopt local marijuana the West Hollywood Public Safety indemnification form acknowledg- regulations. Commission asked at its Sept. 11 ing that they are allowing this use Planning commissioners brought meeting how the federal govern- on their property, so they’re well up concerns about how money will ment could undermine their work aware of what can happen federal- be transported from dispensaries, by closing local marijuana dispen- ly.” considering they’re cash-only busi- saries. On Nov. 8, 2016, California vot- nesses. They also discussed how to “Let’s face it — [Trump and ers approved Proposition 64, which ensure that delivery drivers aren’t photo courtesy of the city of West Hollywood Sessions] don’t exactly care for allows adults 21 and older to buy, in danger of being robbed and West Hollywood officials have said they’re worried about the uncertainty California anyway,” Chairwoman smoke or ingest marijuana or mari- assaulted when stopping in neigh- over federal enforcement of cannabis law for existing medical dispen- Ruth Williams said. “Are they juana products, along with possess- borhoods. saries and recreational shops that will be allowed to open next year. going to be able to come in and shut ing the drug and growing up to six Esther Baum, who serves on the this whole thing down?” plants for personal use. West Hollywood Senior Advisory Earlier this year, U.S. Attorney Under Senate Bill 94, signed by Board, said during the commission- Hollywood aren’t protected in and for the people coming here to pur- General Jeff Sessions said marijua- Gov. Jerry Brown in June, the state er’s public comment period that the around marijuana dispensaries, chase cannabis,” Baum said. “I’ve na was “only slightly less awful” will regulate and issue business city has a history of spending a high they could be attacked, meaning only heard about protecting the than heroin, and he has remained licenses for cannabis uses, includ- amount of money on benefits per they likely won’t come back to the money from the businesses to the opposed to state laws legalizing ing adult recreational and medical- resident, and that money comes city, Baum said. In turn, local busi- bank. We have armored vehicles marijuana. use retailers, distributors and deliv- from taxes from restaurants, clubs nesses could lose customers, based and so on, but nobody has men- Williams said she remembered ery services. and hotels in the city. on safety concerns. tioned how they’re protecting the 16 years ago when federal agents Both the West Hollywood If people visiting West “We have to have some security buying public.” raided the Cannabis Buyers Club in West Hollywood after deputies with the West Hollywood Sheriff’s Station refused to raid the medical marijuana dispensary, which sold medical marijuana to people with AIDS and other life-threatening diseases. Williams’ question was one of many that the public safety com- mission asked city staff and Jerry Hittleman, a contract planner hired by the city to work on cannabis reg- ulations. Jeff Aubel, West Hollywood code compliance manager, said he couldn’t predict how the Trump administration would react once cannabis is legal for adults 21 and older to possess and buy. However, because marijuana is still illegal under federal law, the federal government has authority to

‘Be Well WeHo’ series announced The city of West Hollywood’s Recreation Services Division’s “Be Well WeHo” series of program- ming will take place throughout the fall and winter to help participants identifuy and achieve personal wellness goals. The series began on Tuesday, Sept. 12, with the “Healthier Living” series of workshops devel- oped by Stanford University, the “A Matter of Balance” series of workshops developed by Boston University and a one-day “Mindfulness Series” workshop on stress reductions. “Healthier Living” is a six-ses- sion interactive workshop will be offered Tuesdays through Oct. 17 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the West Hollywood Library Community Meeting Room, located at 625 N. San Vicente Blvd. It will also be offered Wednesdays through Oct. 18 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Plummer Park Community Center, located at 7377 Santa Monica Blvd. “A Matter of Balance” will help reduce attendees’ fear of falling, with sessions on Fridays through Nov. 3, and Sundays from Sept. 24 through Nov. 12. For information and a complete schedule of events, visit weho.org/recreation. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 September 14, 2017

Suspect arrested for murder on Fairfax Avenue n started it, whether it was some sort years old and 5 feet 10 inches to 6 Incident is unrelated of dispute or retaliation for some- feet tall. He was wearing a dark-col- to previous homicide thing.” ored jacket. Officers located the suspect the Senior lead officer Inga Wecker, nearby on Aug. 28 following day in the same neighbor- of the LAPD’s Wilshire Division, is
  hood. Arizpe was taken into custody assigned to the Melrose Avenue photo courtesy of the LAPD and is being held on $2 million bail. shopping district and surrounding Security camera footage of a man and woman who allegedly com- A 37-year-old transient was The murder was the second in the community. She said gangs are not mitted what authorities called a “bird poop scam” was released with arrested on Sept. 10 and charged same general area in the past two a problem in the area. Officers mon- the hope someone will recognize them and call police. with murder for allegedly killing a weeks. A 27-year-old man was shot itor graffiti, and Wecker said the man the previous evening near and killed on Aug. 30 near the inter- graffiti commonly seen around Fairfax and Willoughby avenues. section of Melrose and Sierra Melrose Avenue is associated with Det. Sean Kinchla, with the Los Bonita avenues in what police said taggers, not hardcore gang mem- Angeles Police Department’s West is likely a gang-related killing. The bers known for violence. She said Couple sought for alleged Bureau Homicide Unit, said the two homicides were unrelated and the investigation into the murder on murder occurred at approximately the locations were coincidental, Aug. 28 is ongoing and few details 9:30 p.m. on Sept. 9 in the 800 Kinchla said. can be released, but she added that block of North Fairfax Avenue. The “[The earlier homicide] is what the public should not be overly con-
  ‘bird poop scam’stole a wallet, and in another, the suspect, Pablo Arizpe, and the vic- we would classify as an isolated cerned. man stole a camera. One victim tim were involved in a confronta- incident,” Kinchla added. “[The “It wasn’t a random act of vio- Police have candid advice for was approximately 70 years old, tion. Arizpe allegedly stabbed the suspect and victim] happened to be lence,” Wecker said. “The lead people walking in Hollywood: If while the other was in his 20s. victim in the neck with an unknown in the same area. It’s not part of any detective doesn’t feel like there is someone says a bird pooped on “I think they just see somebody object and fled. type of turf dispute.” any kind of threat to people in the your back, don’t necessarily on the street and go after them,” The victim, who police said was a The homicide on Aug. 28 Melrose area.” believe it. Corona said. “It’s very unusual.” homeless man in his 40s, sought remains unsolved. Witnesses Anyone with information about Officers are searching for a man Corona said two additional peo- help from bystanders who called reported seeing the male suspect either homicide is asked to call the and woman who have been using ple have reported being victims of 911. Paramedics arrived and pro- flee in a dark-colored SUV east in LAPD’s West Bureau Homicide such a ruse to pickpocket victims the scam. One incident occurred in nounced him dead at the scene. an alley just south of Melrose Unit at (213)382-9470. During and steal belongings. Victims first the 6000 block of Sunset “The motive is unknown,” Avenue. The suspect was described weekends and off-hours, call the reported what officers called a Boulevard, and the other occurred Kinchla said. “We don’t know what as black, approximately 20 to 25 LAPD’s hotline at (877)LAPD247. “bird poop scam” on Aug. 27, and at an undisclosed location in at least three incidents have been Sherman Oaks. logged so far. The couple may The male suspect is described as have also attempted the scam in Hispanic, 35 to 40 years old, 5 feet the San Fernando Valley, said 6 inches to 5 feet 7 inches tall and Officer Cesar Corona, with the 170 to 180 pounds. During the Los Angeles Police Department’s incidents on Aug. 27, he was wear- Hollywood Division. ing a blue and white checkered “Nobody is in custody yet. We shirt, dark shorts and a black base- haven’t gotten any tips,” Corona ball cap. The female victim was added. “It appears the same indi- also described as Hispanic, 35 to viduals might be hitting other 40 years old, 5 feet 3 inches to 5 places. It looks like they have hit feet 5 inches tall and 130 to 150 numerous times.” pounds. She was wearing a black Police received two reports of shirt with flowers, black pants and the scam on Aug. 27 near a black hat. Hollywood Boulevard and Corona said they fled in a vehi- Sycamore Avenue, and near cle parked nearby that was driven Orchid and Franklin avenues. In by a third suspect. The vehicle was both cases, the suspects described as a 2015 to 2017 Silver approached from behind and Nissan Rogue with a white paper allegedly threw an unknown sub- license plate. stance on the victims’ backs. They Authorities released security told the victims a bird pooped on camera footage of the thefts. It can them and offered to help remove be viewed by visiting it, Corona said. lapdonline.org. Anyone with infor- As the female suspect spoke to mation is urged to call Hollywood the victim, the male suspect wiped Division investigators at their back. In one instance, he also (213)972-2939.

LAUSD president faces charges

relatedThe president ofto the campaignLos Angeles Despite donations his late start in the filing Unified School District and his period, he raised more than $50,000 cousin were charged on Wednesday during his first campaign reporting for allegedly reimbursing nearly that ended Dec. 31, 2014. $25,000 to donors that he claimed in In total, 25 donors, most of whom a campaign filing form, the Los were family and friends, were Angeles County District Attorney’s allegedly paid back $24,250. The Office announced. donors’ names were listed on a cam- Refugio (Ref) Rodriguez and paign finance report that was Elizabeth Tinajero Melendrez were allegedly signed by Rodriguez under each charged with one felony count the penalty of perjury and submitted of conspiracy to commit assumed to the commission, prosecutors said. name contribution and 25 misde- Commission staff found that near- meanor counts of assumed name ly half of the campaign contributions contribution. Rodriguez also faces were allegedly fraudulent because one felony count each of perjury and Rodriguez and Melendrez reim- procuring and offering a false or bursed them. If convicted, forged instrument. Rodriguez faces four years and four The defendants are scheduled to months in custody, while Melendrez be arraigned after 1:30 p.m. today in faces up to three years in local cus- Department 30 of the Foltz Criminal tody. Justice Center. The Los Angeles City LAUSD released a statement by Ethics Commission received a General Counsel David Holmquist. whistleblower complaint in March “L.A. Unified has been made 2015 about Rodriguez’s fundraising aware of the charges against Dr. Ref activities. Rodriguez,” he said. “These allega- Rodriguez, who earlier this sum- tions are not connected to any dis- mer became LAUSD’s president, trict business. However, we will announced in November 2014 that cooperate, as needed, with the he was running for the school board. District Attorney’s Office. 8 September 14, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

City honors neighborhood WeHo launches initiative to help end cycle of poverty  
   Additionally, an estimated 38 cent of the general population, percent of West Hollywood house- according to a survey conducted by Over the next several months, holds are “liquid asset poor,” lack- the National Center for council leaders the city of West Hollywood will ing enough money and financial Transgender Equality and the attempt to empower its low- securities to survive for three National Gay and Lesbian Task income residents to break the cycle months without an income, the city Force. of poverty. report notes. Heilman said the city will con- The West Hollywood Poverty West Hollywood is home to mul- tract with providers to interview up Reduction Initiative is a pilot pro- tiple populations known to be more to 200 low-income community gram created to study poverty in financially vulnerable. Residents members, noting common trends. the city, and use that research and 65 and older make up 15 percent of Once the needs of the low- data to help people in direct ways. the city’s population, and almost income population are determined, The initiative, approved by the one-third of them are living below the city will consider collaborating West Hollywood City Council at the poverty line, far higher than in with a university or research insti- its August meeting, is in the early L.A. That’s likely in part because tute to enroll and evaluate the stages of development. older residents’ homes remaining results of a program that provides Mayor John Heilman said he affordable through West personalized interventions to a sam- wanted to start the pilot project Hollywood’s rent stabilization ordi- ple group of low-income West because he saw gaps in the city’s nance and its supportive services. Hollywood residents. photo courtesy of the 5th District Council Office services – and he wanted to consid- Meanwhile, LGBT residents rep- A city staff report on the initiative The Los Angeles City Council on Sept. 1 declared September as er additional intervention programs resent more than 40 percent of West notes: “Ensuring pathways to earn- Civic Engagement Month in recognition of the work conducted by the city could start, or bolster exist- Hollywood’s population, and they ing decent wages and sustaining neighborhood councils. Council members welcomed members of ing social services programs. are known to experience higher employment, saving for emergen- many neighborhood councils at City Hall, including Mid City West “As a city, we do a pretty good rates of poverty compared to the cies, investing for future goals and Community Council members Emily Kantrim and Nick Solish, who job of serving the community,” heterosexual population. protecting assets is important for joined Councilman Paul Koretz (center), 5th District. Kantrim and Heilman said. “The people who are A UCLA Williams Institute study families and critical to sustainable Solish were recognized as 2017 EmpowerLA Award winners. For living in poverty and in the lower found that 24 percent of lesbians economic growth.” information, visit youtube.com/watch?v=IJ77Zz-RsFo. economic groups in West are low-income, compared to 19 Heilman said this is a key goal of Hollywood don’t always have a percent of heterosexual women. the initiative. voice, and I want to make sure that When surveyed, Californians “[The pilot program] will certain- as a government and as a city – and who are transgender reported a ly inform our social services needs I think my colleagues would agree poverty rate significantly higher assessment and our social services New guidelines seek to simplify with me – that we’re serving the than the general population. funding, but I’m hoping we will dis- people most in need of our assis- Approximately 19 percent of trans- cover things that we as a city can be tance.” gender respondents reported they doing to provide additional assis- planning review process The perception is that West have a household income of tance to residents and help them The Los Angeles Department of Angeles City Council, the guide- Hollywood is a higher income $10,000 or less, compared to 4 per- break the cycle of poverty.” City Planning has unveiled updated lines will create a new, consistent neighborhood, a city staff report on procedures that simplify the project format for the review of develop- the poverty initiative notes. West review process, making it easier for ment projects. Whether a home- Hollywood has a median house- residents and developers to under- owner is looking to apply for a hold income, $56,317, similar to stand how projects are reviewed fence height adjustment or a devel- Los Angeles County’s median and approved. oper is interested in obtaining a household income of $56,317. The new procedures were initiat- conditional use permit for a hotel However, that’s higher than the ed as part of “re:code LA,” a larger project, the updated procedures add city of Los Angeles’ median house- effort to update the city’s zoning greater clarity to planning consid- hold income, $50,205, according code. The new approach creates a erations. to U.S. Census data. foundation for a more user-friendly “Anyone, regardless of their Heilman said the community is set of guidelines. level of expertise, will now be able known as affluent, but some resi- There are nearly 115 paths for to pick up our zoning code and dents are struggling. project review outlined in the city’s navigate from one section to the One of the challenges of the ini- current zoning code. For example, next,” said Vince Bertoni, director tiative is finding data that gives an there are four types of adjustments of the Los Angeles Department of accurate depiction of the number for projects covered by overlays, City Planning. “These changes are of people in West Hollywood liv- which provide an additional layer fundamentally about making our ing in poverty. of design and building standards work more accessible and relatable The California Poverty Measure, for projects within a geographic to Angelenos.” developed through research by the area. While the same process The planning department will Public Policy Institute of applies for all types of adjustments, hold open houses and public hear- California and the Stanford Center they have varying names and are ings in September, after which time on Poverty and Inequality, takes a located in different sections of the the recommendations will be con- more comprehensive approach to zoning code. sidered by the City Planning measure poverty, versus data from The proposed changes address Commission and City Council. the U.S. Census and other federal redundancies, consolidating the Meetings will be held on agencies. 115 processes into a more consis- Tuesday, Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. to For example, U.S. Census data tent and standardized set of proce- noon in Los Angeles City Hall, shows that Los Angeles County dures. To help users navigate the Room 1050, 200 N. Spring St.; and had a poverty rate of 18 percent in code, a new section was added out- on Tuesday, Sept. 19 from 6 to 8 2011. But using the California lining the decision-making process p.m. at the Felicia Mahood Poverty Measure, which includes and providing a summary describ- Multipurpose Center, Community housing costs and social benefits, ing the steps necessary for projects Room, 11338 Santa Monica Blvd.. that figure is actually almost 26 requiring multiple approvals. For information, visit percent, according to West Pending adoption by the Los planning.lacity.org. Hollywood city staff research.

Federal council will review autonomous vehicles The U.S. House of that American workers are in the Automated Vehicles in the Representatives on Sept. 6 position to take advantage of these National Highway Traffic Safety approved H.R. 3388 – the Self new opportunities and that we con- Administration. The council will Drive Act – which will establish an tinue to develop this industry in a explore the impact autonomous advisory council in the National safe, effective way. This responsi- vehicles will have on employment Highway Traffic Safety bility is not just on policymakers, and the labor force, environmental Administration on autonomous but on all of us, including manu- impacts, consumer privacy and vehicles. facturers. [This bill] will ensure cybersecurity, and cabin safety. The legislation includes legisla- that state and local governments The council will include stake- tion introduced by Rep. Tony have a seat at the table as this holders such as state and local Cárdenas (D-Calif.). industry grows. What’s more, my authorities, emphasizing the need “Autonomous vehicles will bill will allow us to go forward to keep them involved in the have game-changing implications with our eyes open and to make autonomous vehicles discussion. for jobs and our economy,” sure no American worker is left Los Angeles has been particularly Cárdenas said. “As policymakers, behind by this technology.” active in getting ready for the test- we need to move forward with our Cárdenas’ legislation, H.R. ing and deployment of eyes open and anticipate the poten- 3404, incorporated as Section 9 of autonomous vehicles, including tial challenges that will come with the Self Drive Act, creates the with connected infrastructure, these innovations. We must ensure Advisory Council on Highly Cárdenas added. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 September 14, 2017

Controller issues report cards for city parks Volunteers pitch in to help Parks in L.A. earned generally and the exercise areas and trails. nance has shrunk to about $81 mil- solid grades for playgrounds, trails The park’s basketball court was lion, and staffing was cut by 33 per- and gyms, but maintenance and noted in the report as clean, well- cent, from 2,117 employees to cleanliness of restrooms largely maintained and in use. 1,421 employees over the same trees along San Vicente scored grades of C and below in Additionally, it had three play- period. The rise in homelessness, newly created report cards issued grounds “with shade and sturdy he said, has added to the challenge by L.A. City Controller Ron equipment.” However, Pan Pacific of maintenance. Galperin. Park also had a wet and soapy bath- Galperin advised exploring fund- Park users reported general satis- room with an unusable restroom in ing sources for maintenance and faction with their local parks, but the middle of the park. upgrades, such as special city funds many said cleanliness and safety Grades were based on site visits that typically have been used for concerns deter them from using of 40 of the city’s 95 specifically new parks. their community parks more often. designated community parks rang- A survey of more than 3,700 park The controller’s report urged the ing in size from less than an acre to users offered similar assessments city of Los Angeles Department of 77.6 acres. Professional reviewers, of the community parks as the con- Recreation and Parks to systemati- including KH Consulting Group, sultants. Safety concerns were cited cally grade L.A.’s parks to push for University of Southern California by 46 percent of respondents as improvements to safety, sanitary faculty and the RAND deterrents to using parks more; 37 conditions, environmental sustain- Corporation, assessed the condition percent cited maintenance as their ability, and programs and services, of various amenities and facilities. largest concern. Generally commu- while being transparent with “Our parks are so important to nity parks in the west side of the Angelenos about the results. our quality of life, providing recre- City and West San Fernando Valley On Thursday, Galperin launched ational outlets for all ages, much- fared best, while those in the East parkgrade.la, an interactive map of needed green space and venues for Valley and downtown, south of city parks to display the grades, a community-building,” Galperin downtown and Eastside areas community survey, in-depth envi- said. “I hope City leaders will use received lower grades. ronmental case studies and social my report card to drive improve- “It is the Department’s goal to media snapshots of how Angelenos ments at City parks to better serve ensure that the City has a clean, use their local parks. all Angelenos.” safe, innovative and accessible park Pan Pacific Park, 7600 Beverly Galperin noted the challenges system that serves the entire Los Blvd., received a B+ overall. Its faced by the city’s Recreation and Angeles community,” said Michael lowest mark was a C+ for its bath- Parks department in having added Shull, general manager of the rooms, but the 32-acre park 37 parks for a current total of 444 Department of Recreation and received high marks for its chil- parks in the past nine years. At the Parks. “We are proud of the work dren’s play area, outdoor courts, same time, money for park mainte- our staff performs daily but also acknowledge the need to continu- photo courtesy of the Carthay Circle Neighborhood Association ously innovate and improve. We Volunteers from the Carthay Circle Neighborhood Association appreciate the collaboration with came together on Aug. 26 and Sept. 2 for a project along the median the L.A. Controller’s Office and on San Vicente Boulevard. Volunteers replenished the soil around look forward to staying closely trees on the median between Fairfax Avenue and Carrillo Drive. The engaged with the public to share goal is to prepare the soil around the trees so it retains more moisture. our progress and hear ideas and The Los Angeles Sanitation Bureau provided mulch for the project. feedback as we move forward.” For information, visit carthaycircle.org.

photo courtesy of the Los Angeles City Controller’s Office Pan Pacific Park received an overall grade of B+.

Brown considers bill on changes to state recycling program AB 906, a bill to resolve an issue and causing more products to end that is literally “gumming up” up in landfills. Every day, California’s Beverage Container Californians act as good stewards Recycling Program, passed the of the environment by recycling state Assembly on Sept. 11 by a 78- millions of plastic bottles. AB 906 0 vote. will ensure that those efforts are not The measure, authored by wasted.” Assemblyman Richard Bloom (D- PET and PETG, though classi- Santa Monica), implements a sci- fied together, react differently to entifically-based definition of poly- standard conditions for processing ethylene terephthalate (PET) for PET, in part due to PET’s much the program. Plastic beverage con- higher processing temperature. tainers are labeled with a code When the two materials are recy- reflecting the type of resin used to cled together, PETG melts, form- produce each container. The codes ing large lumps that ensnare and streamline the recycling process, as slow the recycling process. each type of resin is sorted and then AB 906 will define “PET-based” processed differently. Currently, on its chemical composition and there are two polymers, PET and melting temperature, ensuring that PETG, that both fall under Resin PET and PETG are labeled with Code 1. different codes and are no longer “Since the inception of its recycled together. Beverage Container Recycling “While we continue to seek Program, California has been suc- comprehensive solutions for the cessful in elevating consumer challenges facing California’s recy- awareness about recycling and cling program, AB 906 offers a tar- reducing solid waste,” Bloom said. geted solution for one source of “Unfortunately, due to mislabeling, contamination in the recycling sys- some plastic containers are tem,” Bloom added. improperly sorted and processed, AB 906 now heads to Gov. Jerry obstructing the recycling process Brown for his consideration. 10 September 14, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

BillSens. will Bob Hertzbergcreate (D-Van newdevelop policies uniform indoor for and water out- California’s conservation energy efficiency Help needed at annual Nuys) and Nancy Skinner (D- door water efficiency standards movement began after an oil and Berkeley) have unveiled legislation based on local climate zones and energy crisis in the 1970s. The poli- cies established then continue to Coastal Cleanup Day that establishes permanent water regional precipitation. The Bay Foundation will host save ratepayers money by reducing efficiency standards and puts “We know water supplies will be its 13th annual Coastal Cleanup per capita energy use, Hertzberg California on the path to maximiz- severely strained in California in Day on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 9 said. ing its water supplies and minimiz- the 21st century as climate change a.m. to noon. However, California has no plan ing waste. reduces snowpack and creates TBF is returning to the LAX or long-term goal for efficiency The legislation, SB 606, sets chronic cycles of drought,” Dunes – the area between Los with water usage. According to the water conservation goals for cities Hertzberg said. “The first step in Angeles International Airport quadrennial National Climate to meet by 2026. It also establishes managing a precious resource is to and El Segundo beaches – to Assessment, which is being final- a process for the State Water make the most of it, and that’s what remove invasive plants species ized this year, climate change will Resources Control Board and the we’re doing by aggressively pursu- that displace healthy and native likely reduce California’s snow- Department of Water Resources to ing efficiency standards.” species. TBF and Friends of pack and produce long-lasting LAX Dunes are partnering on the droughts in the state by the end of effort. To volunteer, visit friend- this century. softhelaxdunes.org. photo courtesy of The Bay Foundation “Energy efficiency is hardwired Last year, the event included Letters to the Editor into our daily lives,” Skinner said. Volunteers will remove invasive 130 volunteers who collected “It’s time for California to make plant species from beaches on over 3,500 pounds of invasive particulars remain unresolved. water efficiency as easy and effort- Coastal Cleanup Day. vegetation. The event is part of Not enough progress The allowed annual rent increase less as we have made energy effi- the greater annual CCD, which and no-just-cause evictions, for ciency.” is being made on draws over 20,000 volunteers to Agency’s National Estuaries example, are policy questions In 2009, the California events throughout L.A. County. Program, educates the public Beverly Hills rent that are deferred to some indeter- Legislature established a goal of CCD also coincides with the about the connection between the minate time. Now, tenants reducing urban water use by 20 per- launch of National Estuaries watersheds that feed into Santa control regulations understand, council may even cent by 2020. Shortly thereafter, Week, which increases aware- Monica Bay. Nation Estuaries Re “The rent is due in Beverly toss it back to the community for California began suffering through ness of estuaries and the federal Week will conclude with a vol- Hills,” Sept. 7 issue “more mediation and less facili- the worst drought since statehood. programs that support them. unteer day at Malibu Lagoon on tation,” as Council member John In 2015 alone, the drought cost the TBF, as a member of the Sept. 23. For information, visit I want to thank you for your Mirisch phrased it at the meet- state more than $2.7 billion in eco- Environmental Protection santamonicabay.org. clear and concise coverage of ing. nomic activity, Hertzberg added rent stabilization in Beverly Guided by the Apartment The governor ordered emergency Hills. Association of Greater Los measures beyond the 2020 goal, This year, our City Council Angeles, which is a determined ESTATE PLANNING mandating an immediate 25 per- An Introduction recognized that fast-rising rents foe of rent stabilization, land- cent statewide reduction in water Forum focuses Many people think that estate plan- and 60-day no-just-cause evic- lords are proving that their busi- use. In response, the State Water ning is simply the writing of a will. tions (sans relocation fees) were ness is not only to house us, but Resources Control Board and the But a good estate plan will also pushing residents out. Indeed, also to get between us tenants Department of Water Resources on Fountain protect you in the event of your such threats hung over the head and the deserved protections for developed rules, targets and incapacity. It will let you - not the of nearly every tenant to an which we have waited too long. enforcement mechanisms to Avenue safety courts – make decisions about your extent that greater than three- achieve the cuts evenly throughout West Hollywood City medical care and keep control of quarters of housing complaints Mark Elliot the state. Councilman John D’Amico will your assets. The best time to plan that appeared to warrant city Tenants Committee member The rules, though, frustrated local host a community forum on pedes- your estate is now - while you can attention were never even filed. Renters Alliance organizer governments and water agencies, trian, bicycle and vehicle safety on and before you need it. None of us That’s why I agree with Beverly Hills which criticized the lack of flexibil- Fountain Avenue this evening, Sept. likes to think about our own frail- Beverly Hills landlords when ity on how cuts were achieved and 14 from 6 to 7 p.m. at Plummer ties, but that is exactly why so they say that there exists scant the lack of credit given to those City is not keeping Park’s Fiesta Hall. many families are caught off guard data concerning the effective- agencies that had already made effi- The community forum will and unprepared when incapacity or ness of our 35-year old rent sta- pace as issues ciency a priority. Currently, there is include a discussion about recent death strikes. bilization policies. Yet, ever no consistent statewide urban water collisions on Fountain Avenue and since City Council adopted an worsen efficiency standard, Hertzberg ongoing efforts to study and imple- Who Needs Estate Planning? urgency ordinance in January to So let me get this straight. added. The goal of SB 606 is ment bicycle and pedestrian safety EVERYONE over the age of 18 create a registry of rental units Rents skyrocket as greedy devel- improve water efficiency. improvements. Fiesta Hall is at should consider the benefits associ- precisely for the purpose of col- opers lick their lips in anticipa- For information, visit 7377 Santa Monica Blvd. For infor- ated with designating a person lecting the necessary data on tion of profits as they evict the senate.ca.gov/hertzberg. mation, visit weho.org. who, in the event of your incapaci- housing providers, properties working poor. Legions of the ty, will have the responsibility for and tenancies, the landlords have homeless erect enormous tangles the management of your health resisted it tooth and nail. of stolen shopping carts, boxes care, including the authority to I’ve sat across the table from and tents on public property as make health care decisions on your landlords as a member of our shell-shocked veterans pick Bogie s Liquor behalf. through garbage and beg on free- tenants committee and found Whatever the size of your estate, them to be smart and construc- way off-ramps. Wages stagnate but government raises minimum even a small one, someone should tive dialogue partners. However, be in charge of its management and they will not discuss ever regis- wages so mom-and-pop stores College Football shut down as robots make pizza ’ distribution. If your estate is larger, tering their apartment leasing and lattes for techno-hipsters. you will also want to consider var- business activities with the city. ious ways to preserve your assets (Remember, every landlord is a [And] newlyweds cannot afford is back! [to buy] homes to start new fam- for your beneficiaries and to reduce business). or postpone the amount of estate At [last] Tuesday’s council ilies [and] flee L.A. while super- wealthy foreign investors laun- Stock up for tax which otherwise might be meeting, in fact, a landlord rep- payable at your death. resentative suggested that land- der their ill-gotten gains by lords will take the city to court to building enormous mansions What Is My Estate? keep from registering their rental amid illegally bulldozed moun- your tailgate Your estate consists, simply, of units, as is required in every rent tains and filled-in canyons. everything you own - your home, stabilized city. The water is drying up, the air party here! other real estate, bank accounts, Methinks they protest too is thickening with smoke, the investments, retirement benefits, much! If the lack of data is people are squeezed for more insurance policies, death benefits, indeed the issue here, why resist sales tax [and] more gas tax collectibles, and personal belong- so vociferously the city’s intent while drug cartels and street Don’t Drink & Drive - We Deliver!! ings. When you start adding it up to collect it? gangs (don’t mention terrorists) you may find, like many people do, Such obstruction, though, lurk in the shadows as the police We carry the finest in that you actually own a lot more exacts a toll on every tenant. We are hounded into impotence • Beer than you think. Now, perhaps, you expect our city to protect our while our schools have become understand why people do estate rights as tenants. 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Still, crucial policy Miracle Mile Open 7 days 6 am - 2 am Privilege Network Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 September 14, 2017 Subway project prompts JoinThe Los AngelesLADWP Department offorsuch electric as helping the environment, vehicleruns fromcelebration noon to 12:30 p.m. and Water and Power is hosting a lowering fuel costs, reducing features Los Angeles County weekend street closures National Drive Electric Week cele- dependence on petroleum-based Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, 5th bration on Saturday, Sept. 16 from fuels and helping integrate renew- District; Los Angeles Chief 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Los Angeles able energy. Representatives of Sustainability Officer Lauren Faber State Historic Park. auto manufacturers, public utilities, O’Connor; and LADWP director of The event is part of a nationwide charging station companies, solar power engineering Marvin Moon. celebration to heighten awareness power providers, nonprofit organi- Los Angeles State Historic Park about the availability of electric zations and electric vehicle owners is located at 1245 N. Spring St. For cars and to highlight their benefits, will participate. A speaker program information, visit ndewla.org.

photo courtesy of Metro The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) is continuing work along many segments of Wilshire Boulevard as part of the Purple Line Extension Project. In Beverly Hills near Wilshire and La Cienega boulevards, piling, geotechnical instrumentation, dewatering well work and decking is ongoing. This weekend, beginning Friday, Sept. 15, piling and asso- ciated activities will require a full closure (pictured) of Wilshire Boulevard between La Cienega and San Vicente boulevards. Additionally, lane reductions will be in effect on La Cienega Boulevard. At the eastern end of the project, there will be a closure of east- bound Wilshire Boulevard on Saturday, Sept. 16, from 2 a.m. to 11 p.m. to allow for the relocation of a sewer system west of the inter- section of Wilshire Boulevard and Western Avenue. Eastbound Wilshire Boulevard will be closed at Crenshaw Boulevard. Instrumentation is also occurring near Wilshire and Wilton Place. Excavation and dirt hauling is ongoing near Wilshire Boulevard and La Brea Avenue; potholing and jet grouting is occurring near Wilshire Boulevard and Cloverdale Avenue; and excavation and dirt hauling continues at Wilshire Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue. For information, visit metro.net. Members of the public with ques- tions or concerns about Purple Line Extension construction activity can also call the 24-hour project hotline at (213)922-6934, or email the project team at [email protected].

New law would create equality in Traffic Amnesty Program Sen. Bob Hertzberg (D-Van reduced, more than 246,000 Nuys) introduced legislation on received their driver’s licenses Sept. 8 to roll back driver’s license back and the court system took in suspensions for Californians who $31.5 million in revenue. have been unable to pay traffic “Amnesty proved the naysayers fines and fees. wrong and showed that many SB 237 would apply to approxi- Californians weren’t paying their mately 200,000 Californians who traffic fines and fees simply did not benefit from a Traffic because they didn’t have the Amnesty Program that ended in money to do it, not to thumb their spring and who had their licenses noses at the law,” Hertzberg said. suspended before Gov. Jerry Brown changed the law to prevent the practice in a trailer bill attached to the 2017-18 state budget. The new law took effect June 27 when the Legislature passed the budget trailer bill. In his budget proposal, Brown noted that there didn’t appear to be a connection between suspending people’s dri- ver’s licenses and collecting fines, yet the suspension could have seri- ous negative consequences such as preventing people from getting to work or taking their children to school. The legislation comes after the Judicial Council released a report last week showing the success of California’s Traffic Amnesty Program. In 2015, Hertzberg authored SB 405, which, along with a related budget measure from Brown, established the program for traffic offenses prior to 2013. From Oct. 1, 2015 through April 3, Californians with longstanding unpaid traffic fines or fees could talk to a judge to lower the fine and lift the suspensions on their driver’s licenses if they signed up for a pay- ment plan. The Judicial Council report stat- ed that more than 255,000 Californians had their debts 12 September 14, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

LAUSDn seeks federal funds for disabled students School board resolution calls for the full funding of a congressional bill promising funds to cover some of school districts’ costs   
  federal shortfall, ultimately short- for more funding with the Full changing other school programs Funding Act with uncertainties The Los Angeles Unified School that students with disabilities often hovering over the budgetary priori- District’s Board of Education also benefit from,” the resolution ties of President Donald J. Trump. approved a resolution supporting a states. “The law guarantees every stu- bill that would bolster funding to The district spends $932 million dent the right to a free and appropri- school districts for disabled stu- from its general fund to support its ate public education, but Congress dents. special education program, approx- needs to provide the resources to Congress passed the Individuals imately 57 percent of the pro- make that guarantee meaningful,” with Disabilities Education Act in gram’s $1.6 billion cost, according Huffman said in a statement when 1975 to guarantee a quality educa- to the resolution. the legislation was introduced. tion to every student with a disabil- “Investing in IDEA is an invest- “That’s why I’m joining with my ity. The bill committed the federal ment in our nation’s students and colleagues from across the aisle to government to pay 40 percent of their future and indicates that introduce the IDEA Full Funding photo by Jaclyn Cosgrove each state’s per pupil cost for spe- Congress is serious in meeting its Act, because we know that provid- Newly elected LAUSD school board member Nick Melvoin was one of cial education. But actual funding commitment to helping school dis- ing our children with a first-class four board members to put forth a resolution calling for the federal gov- districts have received has fallen tricts support all students,” accord- education should not be a partisan ernment to increase the funding it gives school districts to support their short since the bill’s passage – it ing to the resolution. issue.” disabled students. currently stands at 15.7 percent of Rep. Jared Huffman (D-San Autism, deafness and dyslexia disabled students’ per pupil expen- Rafael) was part of a bipartisan are some of the disabilities school diture. group of congressmen to introduce districts around the country must to hold up their end of the bargain bill. The new bill supported by the the IDEA Full Funding Act. During address in their student populations. to ensure this promise can be reali- “After over 40 years of the school board, the IDEA Full his 2008 presidential campaign, Rep. Tim Walz (D-Minn.) said ty,” he said. “This legislation helps Federal Government failing to ful- Funding Act, would require grad- former President Barack Obama the bill would give every child “a us uphold one of our nation’s core fill its promise to students of all ual increases to federal payouts was an advocate for increasing shot at the American Dream and values: every child deserves the abilities throughout our country, I until it meets its initially stated funding to match IDEA’s original the chance to reach their full poten- opportunity to succeed.” am proud to work with my col- obligation. No actions toward its commitment, but nothing came of tial.” Rep. John Katko (R-N.Y.) is one leagues to introduce this crucial consideration have yet been taken it. Huffman helped renew a push “The federal government needs of the Republicans supporting the piece of legislation,” he said. by Congress. But the resolution calls on district Superintendent Michelle King to “actively lobby and advocate for its passage,” and provide the school board with reg- ular reports on her progress. School board members Ref Rodriguez, Nick Melvoin, Monica Garcia and Kelly Gonez put the resolution forward, and it was con- firmed unanimously by the board on Tuesday. “The chronic underfunding of IDEA by the federal government places an additional funding bur- den on states, local school districts and taxpayers to pay for needed services, and often means using local budget dollars to cover the

Lieu calls for Equifax hearing Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Torrance) sent a letter to House Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlate and ranking member John Conyers requesting a hearing to investigate how and why the Equifax data breach occurred. Equifax noticed a cybersecurity incident potentially impacting approximately 143 million U.S. consumers, according to the Equifax website. Criminals exploit- ed a U.S. website application vul- nerability to gain access to certain files. The company then partnered with a leading, independent cyber- security firm that has been conduct- ing a comprehensive forensic review to determine the scope of the intrusion, including the specific data impacted. Equifax also report- ed the criminal access to law enforcement and continues to work with authorities. “In light of recent events, I request the Committee call upon representatives from the ‘Big Three’ credit reporting agencies – Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax – to testify not only on the breach that occurred in May 2017, but also to identify how each company is taking proactive, defensive steps to prevent such breaches in the future,” Lieu said. “Congress has a strong role to play in preventing such attacks on our financial and IT infrastructure, and must hold those entrusted with our most sensitive data to account.” Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 13 September 14, 2017

In addition, the council will con- would additionally be prohibited sider a proposed two-year imple- within apartment units, including mentation timeline where smoking associated exclusive use areas, Beverly Hills City Council to discuss smoking would be prohibited within regardless of the start or renewal dwellings of both renter-occupied date of a lease. regulations in multi-unit housing and owner-occupied units, includ- Starting Jan. 1, 2020, smoking The Beverly Hills City Council multi-family residences. The pro- ordinance that would prohibit ing any associated exclusive-use would additionally be prohibited will discuss a proposed ordinance posed regulations and ordinance smoking effective Jan. 1 in all com- area such as balconies, porches, within all condominium units and to prohibit smoking in multi-unit have been developed over the past mon indoor and outdoor areas such decks and patios. associated exclusive use areas, residences at its Sept. 19 study ses- year at Health and Safety as hallways, pathways, lobbies, Starting Jan. 1, 2018, smoking inclusive of all owner-occupied sion at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall. Commission meetings where pub- community rooms and laundry would be prohibited within all units and regardless of the start date The meeting start time was lic comment was heard. facilities. The regulations would units, including associated exclu- of a renter’s lease. changed from 2:30 p.m. to 1:30 Additionally, the commission apply to all multi-unit residences sive use areas, with a new or For information and updates, p.m. solicited public input at two special such as apartments and condomini- renewed lease. visit beverlyhills.org/smokingregu- In August 2016, the City Council public meetings in November and ums. Starting Jan. 1, 2019, smoking lations. tasked the Health and Safety December 2016. Commission to develop a policy The commission has recom- that would restrict smoking in mended that the council adopt an

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photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills More than 200 people and 100 attended the event. dogs attended the Beverly Hills Beverly Hills Mayor Lili Bosse Community Dog Park’s first officiated the anniversary celebra- anniversary, Barks & Breakfast, on tion, sponsored by the Friends of Sept. 10. Beverly Gardens Park and the city Councilmember Robert of Beverly Hills Recreation and Wunderlich with Tango (from left), Parks Commission. Breakfast treats Marc Saleh, Mayor Lili Bosse, for people and dogs were provided Human Relations Commissioner by Toast Bakery Cafe, Beverly Annette Saleh, Deborah Frank, Hills Market & Deli, Urth Caffe, Councilman Lester Friedman, Pussy & Pooch, The Amanda Franny Rennie and Amanda Foundation, The Larder at Maple Foundation Owner Teri Austin Drive and Pet Food Express. 14 September 14, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Jewish Community Foundation announces pilot program The Jewish Community nonprofit initiatives – provides Schotland, the foundation’s presi- Foundation of Los Angeles funding and professional coach- dent and CEO. “Next Stage announced last week the launch of ing to propel recipients to the next Grants will provide capacity a pilot program designed to sup- stage of growth and sustained suc- building support for nonprofits of port a dynamic and thriving Los cess, according to the Jewish exceptional potential and demon- Angeles Jewish community. Community Foundation. strated success to grow to the next Four local Jewish nonprofits Next Stage Grants build upon level. The Foundation’s signifi- received inaugural Next Stage and extend the foundation’s cant growth over the past decade Grant awards and customized nationally recognized success affords us the resources – both coaching services totaling over $1 funding Los Angeles Jewish financial and human capital alike million. Recipients include social innovation through its – to invest in areas of exceptional Creative Community for Peace, Cutting Edge Grants. Since 2006, promise such as Next Stage Friendship Circle of Los Angeles the foundation has awarded more Grants that will ensure our Jewish and Silverlake Independent than $17 million to launch over 90 community flourishes long into Jewish Community Center. The new, innovative programs and the future.” diverse range of organizations organizations with Cutting Edge The Next Stage Grants are photo courtesy of the Los Angeles mayor’s office provide arts and entertainment Grants. These grants have reached viewed as a long-term investment industry advocacy to counter a thousands of Jews of all ages in strengthening the recipient An American flag was draped on the side of Los Angeles City Hall to cultural boycott of Israel, support across Los Angeles, in areas rang- organizations, according to commemorate the 16th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks in New to Jewish children and adults with ing from human services, to the Schotland. Through capacity York, Washington, D.C. and Pennsylvania. developmental disabilities and arts, to education and camp expe- building, which includes person- special needs, and a hub for cre- riences. All four Next Stage Grant alized coaching, these nonprofits ative Jewish life on the east side recipients previously had been will be better equipped to fulfill of Los Angeles. awarded Cutting Edge their respective missions through 9/11 victims remembered Next Stage Grants were con- Grants. deeper evaluation of their work, ceived to support a thriving and “We are proud of the founda- enhanced strategic planning, and vibrant Jewish Los Angeles. The tion’s unique and pivotal role in improvements in infrastructure, onThe cities16th of Los anniversary Angeles and American flag draped over one of program – one of the first by any funding and sustaining social program delivery, leadership Beverly Hills were among those its walls, and Beverly Hills fire and Jewish community foundation in innovation, as well as in nurturing development, fundraising and throughout the state to honor the police personnel held morning and the United States to offer “mezza- a strong, interconnected Jewish other growth initiatives, Schotland victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks evening ceremonies. nine-level” support of this scale to Los Angeles,” said Marvin I. said. on Monday, the 16th anniversary of “Each of us are connected soul to the attacks. soul, heart to heart, by a tragic day “We will always remember,” Los that changed the very fiber of our NOW Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti tweet- being,” Beverly Hills Mayor Lili ed. “United we stand.” Bosse said in an Instagram post. LEASING YOUR NEW HOME Los Angeles City Hall had an “We will never forget.”

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Congregation Bais Naftoli Beverly Hills Temple of the Arts observes High Holy Days Beverly Hills Temple of the Arts service on Wednesday, Sept. 20 at admission to the observances, are is observing the High Holy Days 8 p.m., and Rosh Hashanah service $150 for newcomers ages 20 to 35. with traditional prayers and ser- on Thursday, Sept. 21 at 10 a.m. A The temple’s Yom Kippur ser- welcomes cantor Miller vices, and special programming in Kol Nidre service will be held on vices are broadcast worldwide on the historic Saban Theatre in Friday, Sept. 29 at 8 p.m., followed cable television networks and live- Beverly Hills. by a Yom Kippur observance on streamed on jltv.tv and bhtota.org. Rabbi David Baron will lead the Saturday, Sept. 30 from 10 a.m. to Last year, 330,000 people around High Holy Days observances fea- sundown. the world viewed the services, turing cantors Ilysia Pierce and Baron said there is still space Baron said. Jordan Bennett, and musical available for High Holy Days Beverly Hills Temple of the accompaniment conducted by observances at the 1,800-seat Arts’ Saban Theatre is located at Sharon Farber. Saban Theatre. High Holy Days 8440 Wilshire Blvd. For informa- Beverly Hills Temple of the Arts tickets start at $400. Young adult tion, call (323)658-9100, or visit is holding an Erev Rosh Hashanah memberships, which include templeofthearts.org.

Join Temple Beth Zion on Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur Temple Beth Zion is preparing service will be preceded by refresh- be held on Saturday, Sept. 23 from for High Holy Days services later ments in the temple’s social hall 9:30 a.m. to noon, followed by a in September, which will be led by from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. Kol Nidre service on Friday, Sept. photo courtesy of Andrew Friedman Rabbi Moshe Halfon. Erev Rosh Hashanah will be 29 from 6:30 p.m. to noon. Congregation Bais Naftoli will welcome world-renowned cantor Halfon has been working with observed on Wednesday, Sept. 20 Yom Kippur is observed on Shimmy Miller, son of cantor Benzion Miller, for Rosh Hashanah, Temple Beth Zion’s choir director from 6:30 to 9 p.m., followed by Saturday, Sept. 30 from 9:30 a.m. to Yom Kippur and Sukkos. Dr. Jim Reitzell for the services. Rosh Hashanah Day One services 7 p.m., and a Yiskor Service will be The congregation was established 25 years ago under the leader- Rabbi Halfon travels frequently and on Thursday, Sept. 21 from 9:30 held on Saturday, Sept. 30 at ship of president Andrew Friedman (left), who is pictured with can- has led services in Kauai, Hawaii a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and Rosh approximately 11:30 a.m. tors Benzion Miller and Shimmy Miller. Rabbi Yoel Gold is the spir- and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Hashanah, Day Two services on Temple Beth Zion is located at itual leader of Congregation Bais Naftoli. Temple Beth Zion will hold a Friday, Sept. 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 5555 W. Olympic Blvd. For infor- The congregation welcomes all members of the community to its Selichot Service on Saturday, Sept. 1:30 p.m. mation, call (323)933-9136, or visit High Holy Days observances. Tickets are available, and no one will 16 from 10:30 to 11:30 p.m. The A Shabbat Shuvah Service will templebethzionla.org. be turned away for lack of funds. A special program will be provided for children under the leadership of Rabbi Shaul Spira. Congregation Bais Naftoli is located at 221 S. La Brea Ave. For information, call (323)931-2476. Cantor Schwartz joins Temple Beth Shirah for services Cantor Estherleon Schwartz, a aware more than ever [about] the 7:30 p.m., followed by Rosh childhood survivor of the miracles that surround you,” Hashanah Day services on Holocaust, is inviting the communi- Schwartz said. “You are part of Thursday, Sept. 21 at 10 a.m. Yom ty to High Holy Days services with everything and everything is part of Kippur Eve services are on Friday, Celebrate Rosh Hashanah Temple Beth Shirah at the Matrix you. You are covered from darkness Sept. 29 at 7 p.m., followed by Yom Theatre on Melrose Avenue. to light, and from light to darkness Kippur services on Saturday, Sept. Schwartz said the High ... it was written long ago when God 30 at 10 a.m. atVillage ‘Shofar Synagogue in is holding the reevaluatePark’ their actions over the Hollywood Days are a time for created the world for you and gave The Matrix Theatre is located at “Shofar in the Park” on Thursday, past year. meditation and spiritual prepara- his word.” 7657 Melrose Ave. For information, Sept. 21, at 5:30 p.m. in Pan Pacific Attendees to “Shofar in the tion. Rosh Hashanah Eve services will call (323)653-7420, email esther- Park. Park” can join others in a relaxed “This is your special time to be be held on Wednesday, Sept. 20 at [email protected]. While there are many customs setting in which they can be on Rosh Hashanah, including eat- inspired and usher in a new year ing round challah (Jewish bread) together. They will also enjoy paleo and dipping an apple in honey honey cake and small plates of (symbolic of a sweet year), hearing apple and honey. Temple Beth El invites community during High Holy Days a shofar (ram’s horn) is a central Pan Pacific Park is located at Hollywood Temple Beth El is Wednesday, Sept. 20, followed by Shacharit services begin at 9 a.m. theme of the day. The soul-stirring 7600 Beverly Blvd. The event will holding High Holy Days services Rosh Hashanah Day One services on Sept. 21, 22 and 29. blasts of the shofar signal a be held in the center circle near the and is welcoming all members of on Thursday, Sept. 21 at 10 a.m. For security reasons, reservations moment of introspection in which amphitheater. For information, the community. and Rosh Hashanah Day Two ser- are required but tickets are free. people connect with God and visit villagesynagogue.com. Rabbi Norbert Weinberg and vices on Friday, Sept. 22 at 10 a.m. RSVP requested by Sept. 18. Rabbi Steven Rosenberg will con- Yom Kippur Kol Nidre services Temple Beth El is located at 1317 duct Rosh Hashanah and Yom begin at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. N. Crescent Heights Blvd. For Kippur services, which also feature 29, and Yom Kippur Day services information, call (323)656-3150, or cantorial soloist Bryce Megdal. begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. visit htbel.org and Rosh Hashanah Eve 30, with Yizkor services approxi- eventbrite.com/o/hollywood-tem- CASA celebrates year of success services begin at 7 p.m. on mately at noon. Traditional ple-beth-el-14829475737. CASA (Court Appointed Special side, we are positioned to be a Advocates) of Los Angeles greater force in Los Angeles (CASA/LA) has spent the past County, taking on more cases and year working to ensure the organi- making an even bigger, life-chang- zation is effective in its mission to ing impact on children in our com- serve children in the state’s foster munity’s foster care system.” Temple seeks donations for homeless individuals care system. In the past year, CASA/LA The Sisterhood of Temple Beit a homeless person, we may want to Band-Aids, combs, tissues, tooth- Founded in 1978, CASA/LA is a served 949 unique children with T’Shuvah is accepting donations for help but are not sure what to do,” brushes and toothpaste, dry sham- nonprofit organization whose mis- intense one-on-one advocacy ser- its second annual Purse Project, an said Nanci O’Connell, chair of the poo and feminine care products. sion is to mobilize community vol- vices, a 17 percent increase from effort to help hundreds of homeless Purse Project. “This project is a way Power bars, water, socks, gloves unteers to advocate on behalf of the 2016. Additionally, 319 new men and women in Los Angeles. to make a difference in their lives in and hats are also being accepted, as 30,000 children in the Los Angeles CASA volunteers completed train- The 2017 Purse Project provides small but meaningful ways, to let well as printed messages of hope for County foster care system. ing, a 59 percent increase over tote bags, purses and backpacks them know that we recognize them the recipients. In 2015, CASA/LA began an 2016. filled with personal hygiene items, as a person, we care and that their Donations can be made at Beit institutional overhaul of its internal Also, for the first time in three clothing, snacks and water to home- life matters.” T’Shuvah, 8831 Venice Blvd. For processes, including an overhaul years, CASA/LA ended the fiscal less men and women. The bags will Items being collected include information, call (310)944-1702, or of training, reporting, data-collec- year with a significant operational be filled and distributed on Sept. 17. backpacks, totes, purses, wet wipes, email [email protected] or tion and other vital internal opera- surplus. Meanwhile, average “Many times when encountering antibacterial lotions, deodorant, [email protected]. tions. “cost-per-child-served” decreased The organization also hired a by nearly 20 percent and CASA new CEO, Wende Nichols-Julien, projects another 8 percent decrease to replace retiring CEO Dilys in the 2018 fiscal year. Garcia. Founded in 1978, CASA/LA is a Red Cross in urgent need of help after hurricanes The renovations enabled CASA community-supported nonprofit The American Red Cross is seek- Hurricanes Harvey and Irma made 56 days, and power red cells can be to serve more children and train organization whose mission is to ing blood donations in the final landfall in the United States during donated every 112 days. more volunteers, according to the mobilize community volunteers to weeks of summer to help overcome the past three weeks. Appointments can be scheduled organization. advocate on behalf of the 30,000 a chronic summer blood shortage. To meet the needs of hospital by calling (800)RED CROSS, or “Change isn’t easy for any orga- children in Los Angeles County In August and September, regu- patients in the coming weeks, dona- visiting redcrossblood.org. To help nization, and especially for an who have experienced abuse and lar donors often delay giving as tions are urgently needed from new reduce wait times, donors are organization that depends on the neglect and find themselves in the final summer vacations are planned and current donors. Those who encouraged to make appointments work of over 700 dedicated volun- overburdened L.A. County foster and back-to-school activities get donated blood earlier this summer and complete the RapidPass online teers,” Nichols-Julien said. “Now care system. For information, visit into full swing. The need has may be eligible to donate again. health history questionnaire by vis- that we’ve emerged on the other casala.org. become even greater after Blood can be safely donated every iting redcrossblood.org/rapidpass. 16 September 14, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

RESTAURANT NEWS ling potato, carrot, bacon, jus and market’s history. Vendors will offer Church & State hearty boeuf bourguignon. All food and drink specials and music By Jill Weinlein entrées are less than $25. Finish will fill the market’s halls, which celebrates ‘9’ with a traditional crème brulée for will be decorated in red, white and $8. The special menu is available green. Villa Moreliana is serving five Wednesday evenings. Food estaurateur Yassmin Sarmadi today, Sept. 14, from 6 to 10 p.m., two carnitas tacos with a michelada Jazz Nights at specials start at 4 p.m. and include and executive chef Tony and on Friday, Sept. 15 from 6 to 11 prepared with lime juices, assorted the new Whisper Classic Burger REsnault are celebrating Church & p.m. Church & State’s happy hour spices and peppers, and served in a Whisper Restaurant with butter lettuce, heirloom toma- State’s ninth anniversary by offer- is held every Monday through chilled, salt-rimmed glass. Chiles to, Irish cheddar, house pickles and ing a special classic French dinner Friday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. 1850 Secos will feature a pop-up station & Lounge brined peppercorn aioli for $6, and menu with 2008 pricing. Start with Industrial St., (213)405-1434. offering homemade empanadas traight from The Carlyle in New elote street corn with salsa blanca, an onion tart or soupe à l’oignon with traditional mole sauce from 11 York, the Loston Harris Trio gochujang mole and ricotta salata before enjoying a toasted baguette a.m. to 4 p.m. Other participating Sperforms tonight, Sept. 14, from for $5. Enjoy drink specials and with herbed goat cheese, lavender vendors include La Tostaderia, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Whisper signature happy hour dishes before and honey, and salad Lyonnaise Mexican fiesta for offering shrimp pastor tacos; Olio Restaurant & Lounge at The Grove. the movies start at 7 p.m. On Sept. made with frisee, soft egg, lardon Independence Day Wood Fire Pizzeria, serving Dia de Starting on Wednesday, Sept. 20, 20, guests will enjoy listening to and sherry vinaigrette. Entrées Independencia pizza quesadillas the “Hollywood Jazz Nights” enter- musicians who performed in the include moules mariners or slow- he Grand Central Market will with shrimp, mangoes and chili tainment series features screenings movie “La La Land.” On Sept. 27, cooked Scottish salmon with du host its inaugural Mexican lime sprinkle; Golden Road serving of classic Hollywood movies com- the movie “Rebel Without a Cause” puy lentil and pickled red onion. TIndependence Day fiesta on Mexican street corn; and Horse plemented by jazz inspired by the will be featured. 189 The Grove Esnault will also serve his famous Saturday, Sept. 16, honoring the Thief offering a choice of brisket, films. The series will be held on Drive, Ste. F-90B, (323)931-0202. poulet à la bourgeoise with finger- city’s Mexican heritage and the See Restaurant News page 19

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Enjoy authentic Italian cocktails and shared plates at Bar Toscana Since its opening in 1989, and was surrounded by a light Tosccano has established itself as a tomato sauce and adorned with sophisticated Hollywood celebrity basil leaves. dining spot in Brentwood. Another winning dish among the However, its more recent, 7-year- foodies at my table was the old addition, Bar Toscana has made Lasagnetta di Carne made with a name for itself as well. I recently homemade spinach lasagna, a thick met some friends at the bar to try beef ragu and besciamella (an their new stuzzichini, or finger By Jill Weinlein Italian béchamel sauce) with foods, menu. shaved Parmigiano. Executive chef Hugo Vasquez, a We ordered a few pizzas and member of the founding team, savory T-bone beef sliders with believes the best food is the sim- Angeles-based artist Melissa truffle cheese and caramelized shal- plest dish. “You don’t need many Wenke, providing bursts of vibrant lots. The flavor profile of the small ingredients as long as you have the reds, orange, greens and blues to sandwiches immediately produced freshest,” Vasquez said. the space. smiles all around the table. The warm and inviting space of Some of my friends ordered an The chefs at Toscana make a Bar Toscano features brick-red Aperol Spritz, while others sipped variety of interesting wood-fired leather chairs intermingled with glasses of Negroni, as they enjoyed pizza, including a taupe leather banquettes. Kathie an artfully plated Tagliere di classic Margherita with melted Gordon and local designer Salami served with homemade Bufala Tartufo, and a Tonno e Kathleen Hunt recently added a bread sticks and giardiniera (an Cipolla with tomato, mozzarella, contemporary twist to the space Italian relish) with homemade Italian tuna, red onion and capers. I with aged oak tables finished with strawberry, red onion jam and really enjoyed the pizza with gor- a distinctive copper trim. assorted breads. Burrata layered on gonzola, prosciutto and sweet figs. As I walked inside, I noticed bread with speck and green heir- Visit an old favorite with a new fin- how full the bar was with guests loom tomato jam was another ger food menu with a group of chatting and enjoying an array of stuzzichini. friends for an entertaining evening. photo by Jill Weinlein authentic Italian cocktails and A bright yellow dish, Insalatina Bar Toscana is open daily from shared plates inspired by the luxu- di Barbabietole combined layers of 5:30 p.m. to closing. $$ 11633 San Authentic stuzzichini (finger foods) pair well with an Aperol Spritz or rious Hotel Cipriani in Venice, yellow beets, a sprinkling of goat Vicente Blvd. (310)826-0028. Negroni, at the sophisticated Bar Toscana. Italy. cheese, a few pickled plums and Towards the back of the lounge chopped hazelnuts. is an innovative and eye catching However, my favorite was the digital projection of floral art, cre- Involtini di Melanzane served in a Celebrate Oktoberfest at Wirtshaus ated by acclaimed artist Jennifer black cast iron dish. The beautiful- Join a local celebrity guest at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 16 to tap Wirtshaus’ ceremonial Oktoberfest kegs. Steinkamp. There are also four ly rolled eggplant was filled with Enjoy beer “on the house” for guests purchasing an entrée while seated in the restaurant. Drink for free from the original collage pieces by Los ricotta cheese and baby spinach first kegs until they run dry while listening to live traditional German music. Erdinger-sponsored décor and give- aways add to the party. The authentic German celebration runs through Saturday, Oct. 28, where there is no cover charge during the six weeks of Oktoberfest festivities. live music starts at 6:30 p.m. every Friday and Saturday. Wear lederhosen and dirndls and enter a costume contest and stein-holding contest each weekend. “Family Sundays” specials and a back-lot beer garden will be held on Oct. 6, 7, 13 and 14. 345 N. La Brea Ave., (323)931-9291.

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theft near the corner of Third and committed a burglary in the 900 West Hollywood Highland at 8 p.m. block of N. La Brea. Sheriff’s Station OLICE LOTTER At 8:30 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect stole a vehi- P B Sept. 4 committed a burglary in the 500 cle parked near Cahuenga and block of N. Cahuenga. Lexington at 1:30 p.m. At midnight, an unknown suspect The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the committed a petty theft in the 600 An unknown suspect stole a bicy- At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between block of Robertson. cle near the corner of El Centro stole a vehicle parked near the Aug. 25 and Sept. 10. The information was compiled from www.crimemap- and Leland Way at 9:40 p.m. corner of Wilcox and Selma. ping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los An unknown suspect committed a Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles petty theft in the 1000 block of N. Sept. 2 An unknown suspect burglarized a County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and Vista at 6:17 a.m. vehicle parked near the corner of the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. At 3:30 a.m., an unknown suspect Selma and Gower at 7:40 p.m. At 2:20 p.m., an unknown suspect robbed a victim in the 6400 block Two unknown female suspects committed a petty theft in the 1000 of Hollywood. At 11:30 p.m., an unknown sus- Beverly Hills Police committed a burglary in the 200 block of N. Fuller. pect committed a burglary in the Department block of N. Rodeo Drive at 6:37 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- 900 block of N. La Brea. p.m. The loss was estimated at An unknown suspect burglarized a cle parked in the 1200 block of N. $36,000. vehicle parked in the 8000 block of Gordon at noon. Sept. 6 Aug. 25 Norton at 7 p.m. At 1 a.m., an unknown suspect At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect At 9:30 a.m., an unknown suspect Aug. 30 committed a theft in the 1700 block committed a burglary in the 8300 Sept. 5 assaulted a victim in the 1000 of Vine. block of Wilshire. The loss was At 10 a.m., an unknown suspect block of Wilcox. estimated at $3,900. committed a grand theft in the 100 At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a block of Spalding. The loss was robbed a victim near the corner of An unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 100 block of N. estimated at $3,500. Havenhurst and Santa Monica. petty theft in the 1800 block of N. Aug. 27 Larchmont at 11 a.m. Cahuenga at 3:30 p.m. An unknown female suspect com- At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect Sept. 6 At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect mitted a burglary in the 700 block At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 200 burglarized a vehicle parked near of N. Crescent Drive at noon. The At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 5900 block of S. Robertson. The loss the corner of Hawthorn and suspect was approximately 5 feet burglarized a vehicle parked in the block of Wilshire. was estimated at $2,500. Highland. tall and 120 pounds. 8600 block of Holloway Drive. An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect stole a vehi- Sept. 7 At 12:38 p.m., two unknown male An unknown suspect burglarized a grand theft in the 100 block of S. cle parked in the 6100 block of W. suspects committed a grand theft vehicle parked in the 7300 block of At 1:40 a.m., an unknown suspect Maple at 11:30 p.m. The loss was Sixth at 5:15 p.m. estimated at $1,410. in the 400 block of N. Rodeo Drive. Santa Monica at 10 p.m. burglarized a vehicle parked near One suspect was approximately 6 the corner of Melrose and Curson. At 9 p.m., an unknown suspect feet 3 inches tall and 240 pounds, Sept. 7 burglarized a vehicle parked near Aug. 28 while the other was approximately An unknown suspect stole a vehi- the corner Melrose Place and 5 feet 6 inches tall and 150 An unknown suspect committed a cle parked near the corner of Dix At 3:14 a.m., an identity theft was Alfred. and Cahuenga at 7 a.m. reported in the 300 block of N. pounds. The loss was estimated at burglary in the 8200 block of $9,200. Sunset at 12:13 a.m. Palm Drive. An unknown suspect burglarized a At 9 a.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked in the 600 block of At 8:30 a.m., an unknown suspect committed a grand theft in the An unknown suspect assaulted a Aug. 31 N. La Cienega at 9:30 p.m. 5700 block of Wilshire. victim in the 200 block of S. burglarized a vehicle parked in the An identity theft was reported in 1400 block of N. Hayworth. Another Robertson at 9:10 a.m. No further At 11:45 p.m., an unknown sus- An unknown suspect robbed a vic- information was provided. the 9400 block of Wilshire at 9:12 vehicle burglary was reported in the pect burglarized a vehicle parked a.m. same located at 4 p.m. tim near the corner of Third and La near the corner of Hawthorn and Brea at 4:10 p.m. At noon, an unknown suspect Formosa. An unknown suspect burglarized a committed a grand theft in the 100 At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect vehicle parked in the 7300 block of At 6:40 p.m., a suspect assaulted block of Peck Drive. The loss was committed a burglary near the cor- Santa Monica at 2:20 p.m. Sept. 3 a victim during a domestic vio- estimated at $2,000. ner of Olympic and South Almont Drive. lence incident in the 1800 block of At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect At 9:25 a.m., an unknown suspect N. Cherokee. An unknown suspect committed a stole a bicycle in the 300 block of An unknown suspect committed a burglarized a vehicle parked in the burglary in the 9100 block of Hauser. burglary on North La Cienega at 1400 block of Hayworth. Wilshire at 1:45 p.m. The loss was Sept. 8 10 p.m. No further information was estimated at $1,425. provided. A suspect assaulted a victim dur- Sept. 4 At 2:45 a.m., an unknown suspect ing a domestic violence incident committed a burglary in the 7400 At 3:44 p.m., two unknown sus- near the corner of Palm and Santa At 6:17 a.m., an unknown suspect block of Beverly. pects, one male and the other Sept. 1 Monica at 11 p.m. committed a petty theft in the 1000 female, committed a burglary in block of N. Vista. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- the 300 block of N. Rodeo Drive. At 6:15 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 500 Sept. 8 cle parked near the corner of The loss was estimated at $450. An unknown suspect burglarized a Hollywood and Whitley at 9 a.m. No further information was provid- block of N. Crescent Drive. The An unknown suspect committed a vehicle parked in the 7800 block of ed. loss was estimated at $150. burglary in the 8900 block of Melrose at 11:15 a.m. At 11:30 a.m., an unknown sus- Sunset at 7:30 a.m. pect committed a burglary in the An unknown suspect committed a Sept. 2 At noon, and unknown suspect 1300 block of N. Orange. grand theft in the 1100 block of At 11:47 a.m., an unknown sus- burglarized a vehicle parked in the At 1 p.m., an unknown suspect An attempted robbery was report- Carolyn Way at 9:30 p.m. The loss pect committed a petty theft in the 1000 block of N. Highland. committed a burglary in the 100 ed in the 6700 block of W. Sunset was estimated at $11,400. 1000 block of Fuller. block of S. Camden Drive. The An unknown suspect robbed a vic- at 1:30 p.m. loss was estimated at $3,550. tim near the corner of Santa Aug. 29 Sept. 9 Monica and Van Ness at 4:30 p.m. At 3:34 p.m., an unknown suspect An unknown suspect committed a committed a petty theft in the 7100 Three unknown suspects, two burglary in the 9600 block of At midnight, an unknown suspect At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect block of W. Sunset. male and other female, committed Wilshire at 4:27 p.m. The loss was assaulted a victim in the 8700 a grand theft in the 900 block of stole a vehicle parked in the 5800 estimated at $7,335. block of Santa Monica. block of Gregory Way. An unknown suspect burglarized a Alpine Drive at 3:30 a.m. The loss vehicle parked in the 200 block of was estimated at $5,000. No fur- At 4:48 p.m., three unknown sus- A suspect assaulted a victim dur- S. June at 5:15 p.m. ther information was provided. An unknown suspect burglarized a pects, two male and other female, ing a domestic violence incident vehicle parked in the 900 block of committed a burglary in the 200 near the corner of Larrabee and S. Cochran at 9:30 p.m. At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect At 3:47 a.m., an unknown suspect block of S. Doheny Drive. The Santa Monica at 1:30 a.m. committed a petty theft in the 100 committed a burglary in the 9400 male suspects were approximately At 10:30 p.m., an unknown sus- block of N. Larchmont. block of Brighton Way. The loss 5 feet 10 inches tall, and one was At 8:33 p.m., a suspect assaulted pect committed a burglary in the was estimated at $30. approximately 185 pounds. The a victim during a domestic vio- 7100 block of W. Sunset. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- female suspect was approximately lence incident in the 8700 block of cle parked in the 400 block of N. An unknown suspect committed a 5 feet 4 inches tall and 140 Sunset. An unknown suspect burglarized a Van Ness at 6:30 p.m. burglary in the 500 block of N. pounds. No further information vehicle parked near the corner of Palm Drive at 1:15 p.m. was provided. The loss was esti- An unknown suspect committed a Selma and El Centro at 11:20 p.m. At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect mated at $4,610. petty theft in the 8900 block of stole a vehicle parked in the 500 At 3:45 p.m., an unknown suspect Santa Monica at 9:30 p.m. block of Alandele. committed a burglary in the 200 An unknown male suspect Sept. 5 At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect block of S. Hamilton Drive. The assaulted a victim in the 200 block At 12:30 a.m., an unknown sus- An unknown suspect committed a committed a petty theft in the 8900 loss was estimated at $600. of N. Canon Drive at 8:30 p.m. The pect committed a petty theft in the burglary in the 6600 block of W. block of Santa Monica. suspect was approximately 6 feet 1600 block of N. Cherokee. Fifth at 8:45 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a 1 inches tall and 290 pounds. burglary in the 9500 block of Sept. 10 An unknown suspect assaulted a At 11:50 p.m., an unknown sus- Brighton Way at 5 p.m. The loss Sept. 3 victim in the 200 block of S. pect robbed a victim in the 6600 was estimated at $6,700. At 1:30 a.m., an unknown suspect Sycamore at 4 a.m. block of Hollywood at 11:50 p.m. At 1:30 a.m., an unknown male committed a petty theft in the 600 At 5:40 p.m., two unknown female suspect assaulted a victim in the block of Robertson. At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect Sept. 9 suspect committed a grand theft in 300 block of N. Palm Drive. The burglarized a vehicle parked in the the 300 block of N. Rodeo Drive. suspect was approximately 34 6300 block of W. Third. At 6:30 p.m., an unknown suspect One suspect was approximately 5 years old, 5 feet 10 inches tall and Los Angeles Police committed a petty theft near the feet 5 inches tall and 120 pounds, 160 pounds. Department An unknown suspect committed a corner of DeLongpre and Vine. while the other was approximately petty theft in the 6400 block of 5 feet 7 inches tall and 140 An unknown suspect committed a Sept. 1 Hollywood at 1 p.m. An unknown suspect committed a pounds. The loss was estimated at burglary in the 400 block of N. petty theft in the 8300 block of $880. Canon Drive at 3:14 a.m. An unknown suspect committed a At 1:30 p.m., an unknown suspect Beverly at 6:30 p.m. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 19 September 14, 2017

the culinary odyssey of the greek islands begins here and finishes at ulysses voyage

photo courtesy of USC/Gus Ruelas Employees from the newly announced Barilla restaurant serve up a taste at USC Village’s open house last Saturday. Join us for Weekend Brunch! Sat. 11-2 Sun. 9-2 fromRestaurant page 16 News

pulled pork or bacon breakfast tacos. A mariachi band will perform throughout the Market during the afternoon followed by Tres Souls, a three-piece ensemble performing Bolero music from 5 to 7 p.m. Children are invited to join in the festivities at the Little Jonebugs craft station. 317 S. Broadway, (213)624-2378.

Barilla to open at USC Village arilla, one of the world’s most popular pasta makers, is opening a fast Now Serving Happy Hour! casual restaurant in Los Angeles at the USC Village. The 1,800-square Bfoot location features an open kitchen where diners can watch chefs mak- Mon-Fri 3-6 pm ing wholesome Mediterranean dishes by Barilla’s executive chef Alfonso Appetizers include chicken skewers, spanakopita, Sanna. The lunch and dinner menu features pasta, pizza, panini and salads. Different pastas combined with fresh ingredients will be featured daily. gyro sliders & more Classic Italian recipes include spaghetti al pomodoro and lasagna, as well as healthy options such as penne estive with organic pasta and cherry toma- Beer, Wine & Drink Specials toes. Wholegrain, gluten-free, organic and protein-plus pasta options are available. Pizzas are made with Barilla’s blend of wheat and whole grain Farmers Market • 3rd & fairfax dough with toppings such as mozzarella, salame (pepperoni), prosciutto di 323.939.9728 • www.ulyssesvoyage.com Parma, Italian sausage, and roasted yellow and red bell peppers. The menu also has eight salads, including five with fish or meat and three vegetarian options. Sanna’s soups feature seasonal ingredients, and paninis include vegan, vegetarian and whole grain versions. Breads include focaccia and two piadina (Italian flatbread) topped with mozzarella, prosciutto di Parma, tomatoes and arugula, or mozzarella, roasted chicken, portobello mushrooms and mixed greens. Desserts include tiramisu, caramel and fruit pannacotta, and torta del giorno, all available to enjoy with authentic Italian espresso. Italian wines, as well as imported and domestic beers, are also available. 3301 S. Hoover St., news.usc.edu.

Prank in DTLA alk through downtown L.A.’s bourgeoning South Park neighbor- hood to the counter at Prank, L.A.’s first walk-up bar by Dave WWhitton incorporating cocktails with cured terpenes (legal cannabis- derived oils that are believed to offer medicinal properties). Additionally, all of Prank’s dishes are organic and non-GMO. They pair nicely with cocktails, beer, wine and other beverages. Prank also features karaoke booths and an upstairs photo booth. 1100 S. Hope St., (213)493-4686.

Hot Hot Food ith fun 1980s decor and a jukebox, Hot Hot Food offers playful dish- es such as Fun-Pow! Chicken, L.A. Fried Rice, Goldfish Mac N’ WCheese, and Bananagram vegan milkshakes made with toasted marshmal- low coconut milk and strawberries. Bring a bottle of wine from Vinovore, which is scheduled to open nearby on Friday, Sept. 22. Vinovore is owned by Coly Den Haan, one of LA’s first female sommeliers, and Dean Harada, who also own Hot Hot Food. Customers can purchase wines hand-chosen by Haan, gift boxes and specially curated items at Vinovore. 654 N. Hoover St., (323)522-6927.

Breakfast all day ighthawk in Venice welcomes breakfast lovers with elevated fare and cocktails served all day. The fun destination features breakfast burg- Ners, Benedict fries, duck confit hash and homemade brandy-infused French toast. The menu also includes adults-only spiked cereal milk cocktails with Cinnamon Toast Crunch and spiced rum; Honey Nut Cheerios, Fruit Loops and bourbon; and Cocoa Puffs with vanilla vodka. Also, enjoy bloody Marys and alcoholic coffee drinks. 417 Washington Blvd., (424)835-4556.

Budget conscious brunch aldoria in Little Tokyo offers a $30 brunch that includes bottomless mimosas or glasses of rosé with an entrée, pizza and side dish. Enjoy Bspicy chicken and apple-cinnamon waffle tacos with WhistlePig maple syrup. The Mrs. Croque pizza is made with black forest ham, Grand Cru Gruyere, browned butter béchamel and Chino Valley eggs. 243 S. San Pedro St., (213)947-3329. 20 September 14, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

courtesy of the Craft & Folk Art Museum U.S.-Mexico border explored in art The Craft & Folk Art Museum border has become an important site announces “The U.S.-Mexico for creative exploration of issues Border: Place, Imagination, and related to emigration, immigration, Possibility,” an official presentation labor conditions, hybrid identities for the Getty-sponsored initiative and transformation. Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA. The U.S.-Mexico border is often The group exhibition presents the thought to include territory within work of approximately 40 contem- 100 miles of the national boundaries porary artists who explore the bor- of the two countries; however, this der as a physical reality (place), as a exhibition’s parameters includes the subject (imagination), and as a site whole of the 10 U.S. and Mexican for production and solution (possi- states situated directly along the bility). national boundaries. This allows the Although the selection largely exhibition to acknowledge the per- focuses on work executed in the last sistence and survival of heritage, two decades, it also includes objects and the passing down of traditional by Chicano artists in California who skills and techniques within various came together in the 1970s and communities and families on either 1980s to address border issues in side of the border. their work. “The border has been a con- The inclusion of artists from vari- tentious site for much longer than ous disciplines, including design, the current news cycle’s focus on architecture, sculpture, painting and ‘the wall,’” curator Lowery Stokes photography, reflects the ways in Sims said. “And though the exhibi- which contemporary artists and tion has taken on a particular designers themselves cross discipli- urgency in the current political envi- nary borders. ronment, this project recognizes the “The U.S.-Mexico Border: Place, border as a long-standing site of Imagination, and Possibility” will be interdependence and connectivity, on view until Jan. 7, 2018. despite the painful divisions it caus- Since the 1990s, the U.S.-Mexico es. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 September 14, 2017

model of the sewers to prove to his dad that Georgie could still be ‘It’ knows all your deepest fears alive weeks after his disappear- Everyone has their fears. ance — wants to believe his broth- Spiders. Snakes. Dogs. er might not be dead. And commonly, clowns. Pennywise is played by Swedish Lucky for Pennywise, the infa- actor Bill Skarsgård, who played mous villain of “It,” he can play Roman Godfrey in the Netflix hor- off all of those fears. And play he ror series “Hemlock Grove.” does. By Jaclyn Cosgrove As he jerkingly shimmies The 2017 version of “It,” a film toward his next victims, Skarsgård adaptation of the 1986 Stephen Film critic Tim Posada is away from leaves the audience biting their King novel of the same name, is an the office on paternity leave until late nails in anticipation of where incredible horror film that refresh- Pennywise will show up next, and September. Reporter Jaclyn Cosgrove ingly lacks the excessive gore that in what form. Skarsgård delivers a has overtaken much of modern- will review films until his return. performance so believable as day horror films. of his work probably is the most Pennywise it’s easy to forget “It” follows a group of bullied loving letter to childhood, and I there’s an actor under all that Courtesy of Warner Brothers Pictures boys, the Losers Club, who wanted to bring that to the movie.” makeup. Bill Skarsgård as Pennywise in “It.” befriend Beverly Marsh (Sophia Muschietti was incredibly suc- Throughout “It,” Pennywise Lillis) and others along the way, to cessful in making the audience not shapeshifts into what will scare his fight a shapeshifting killer clown only fall in love with the Losers child prey the most. For the lov- Muschietti said in a Yahoo! ment’s only effort seems to be pas- terrorizing the town of Derry, Club, but also in helping the view- able Eddie, a germaphobe with an Movies interview, “which is some- sively hanging fliers of missing Maine. er see a version of themselves or anxious habit of using his inhaler thing that I love from the book. So children. From the children’s per- Director Andy Muschietti told their friends in those characters. to calm down, Pennywise chases it’s not just the [Losers’ Club as] spectives, the adults aren’t doing Ringer editor-in-chief Sean The heart of the film lies in Bill him as a creature that embodies adults, we’re going to come back anything to help find their missing Fennessey on the podcast Channel Denbrough’s relentless drive to disease. It works on Eddie — and to 1989.” classmates. 33 that although he has long been find his little brother, Georgie. the audience — as a delightfully Through “It,” Muschietti depicts “It” reminds us of the resilience a fan of horror, Muschietti doesn’t Bill, played by Jaeden disgusting demon writhes across the complacency of the adults in of children. Children are often love slasher films, and that isn’t Lieberher, feels incredible guilty the screen. Derry, Maine. Do they know about quick to call out problems in the (thankfully!) what he wanted “It” after Georgie disappears while Muschietti told Yahoo! Movies Pennywise from their own child- world around us, and they don’t to be. playing with a boat Bill helped earlier this month that he’s already hoods? How could they seem to know not to ask questions about The Argentine director said he him make. planning a second film, “It: accept the continued disappear- taboo topics. And children don’t has learned more from King’s nov- Georgie is one of the first vic- Chapter Two,” which will explore ance of children? fully comprehend the fear they els and the film adaptations than tims of “It,” who returns to Derry some of the adult perspective of But, in our larger society, how should feel, especially when hunt- any other movies. When he was every 27 years to prey on the the film. often do adults accept problems, ing down a decades-old killer selected to direct “It,” he knew it townspeople. Pennywise uses He said his decision to focus on regardless of their level of danger clown. was meant to be a character-driven Bill’s guilt and pain throughout the the Losers Club as children was, or harm to others, because they The adults accept it as a part of film. film to manipulate him and for one, for viewers to build emo- don’t feel they can change it? (See: their reality, but the children won’t “I sort of understood, OK, we attempt to trap him in precarious tional connections with the charac- any publicly funded system, accept that, knowing that at any need people to get to the heart of situations. ters, but also because the film has including the criminal justice sys- moment, “It” could take one of the story and the soul of the char- During their first search to find a budget, and exploring the aspects tem, the immigration system, the them. acters and really get that emotional “It,” the Losers Club ventures into of “It” that will likely call for more mental health system, etc., the “It” is an excellent horror film, connection, and an emotional con- an old, abandoned house. Bill risks special effects will be an expen- results of the most recent presiden- but it’s also a reminder of the nection to childhood, too,” his life and the lives of his friends sive endeavor on its own. tial election) impact a group of determined peo- Muschietti said on Channel 33. through blind determination to “There will be a dialogue As more children disappear from ple can have in fighting evil. “We’ve all been children. ‘It’ of all find Georgie. Bill — who builds a between the two timelines,” Derry, the town’s law enforce- Skirball exhibit examines complexities of nationality and identity

The Skirball Cultural Center understanding between the United announces “Another Promised States and Mexico. Land: Anita Brenner’s Mexico,” As the child of Jewish immigrants on view Thursday, Sept. 14, in Mexico, and herself an immi- through Feb. 25. grant to the United States, This exhibition illuminates the Brenner often found herself in the life and work of one of the most position of the outsider. This fascinating cultural figures of sense of self informed much of 20th-century Mexico, Anita her work. She fought against prej- Brenner (1905–1974). udice she faced as a Jew; and as a A Mexican-born journalist, art Mexican-American, she worked historian and anthropologist of tirelessly — through her books, Latvian Jewish descent who spent articles, poetry, and the tourism part of her youth in Texas, magazine she founded and edited Brenner chronicled the Mexican — to create a favorable image of Renaissance of the 1920s and Mexico in the minds of played a vital role in introducing Americans. Mexican art and culture to “Another Promised Land: Anita American audiences. Brenner’s Mexico” opens a con- Through more than 150 objects versation about the complexities — including artworks by close of nationality and identity on both friends Diego Rivera, José sides of the border by weaving Clemente Orozco, Edward together Brenner’s story with the Weston, Jean Charlot, and Frida history of Mexico and its relation- Kahlo — the exhibition under- ship with the U.S. in the 20th cen- scores her efforts to build cultural tury. 22 September 14, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Disney’s interpretation of Latin America on display Organized by the MAK Center Armand Mattelart, “Para leer al exported to the rest of the for Art and Architecture in cooper- Pato Donald,” (How to Read Americas, and passively received. ation with the Luckman Fine Arts Donald Duck), was brought to Because of its size and scope, the Complex at California State Ortiz-Torres’s attention while exhibition will be presented in two University, Los Angeles, “How to studying with artist Michael Asher locations: the Schindler House, 835 Read El Pato Pascual: Disney’s at the Disney-funded California N. Kings Road, in West Hollywood Latin America and Latin America’s Institute of the Arts in the 1990s. and the Luckman Gallery, 5151 Disney” is a Pacific Standard Time: The book (formerly banned in State University Drive, at Cal State LA/LA exhibition of more than 150 Chile and threatened by legal action LA. The exhibits are on display works by 48 Latin American artists in the U.S.) provides a structural until Jan. 14. who investigate and challenge near- analysis denouncing the ways in The Schindler House is open ly 100 years of cultural influence which Disney comic books were from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday between Latin America and Disney. used as vehicles to justify and pro- through Sunday. The Gallery at the Spanning painting, photography, mote U.S. policies and cultural Luckman Fine Arts Complex at Cal graphic work, drawing, sculpture, imperialism. State LA is open from noon to 5 video, documents and the critical As curators, Lerner and Ortiz- p.m. Monday through Thursday responses generated, the joint exhi- Torres intend to show that Disney and on Saturdays. bition explores the idea that there cannot be seen as something simply Courtesy of MAK Center for Art and Architecture are no clean boundaries between art, culture and geography, and deconstructs how such notions are formed and disputed. The exhibition’s curators, filmmak- er and writer Jesse Lerner and artist Rubén Ortiz-Torres, thoroughly examined Disney’s long engage- ment with Latin American culture, from Donald Duck’s first featured role in the 1937 Mexican-themed short “Don Donald” to the compa- ny’s 2013 attempt to trademark the Day of the Dead. Lerner and Oritz-Torres’s research further drew from a piv- otal trip Walt Disney took with his team to South America in 1941. Along with a group of 15 anima- tors, musicians and screenwriters, Disney flew to over five South American countries as part of a U.S. government-directed effort to promote the “Good Neighbor” pol- icy during the Second World War. In addition to the celebrated film “The Three Caballeros,” this trip produced the feature “Saludos Amigos”; a “making of” documen- tary titled “South of the Border” with Disney; and propaganda films such as “The Grain that Built a Hemisphere.” The infamous 1971 Chilean book by scholars Ariel Dorfman and ‘Deities in Japanese Art’ lecture series scheduled The Japan Foundation Los Angeles, in collaboration with Los Angeles County Museum of Art, will host “Deities in Japanese Art,” a five-part lecture series, starting in September. Rather than a purely academic approach to Japanese religious art, the purpose of this lecture series is to help participants’ locate visual clues by which the deities can be identified and differentiated. The figures will be contextualized with- in Japanese religious history and connected to their iconographical antecedents in the arts of India, China and Korea. The first talk, scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, at founda- tion’s office at 5700 Wilshire Blvd., will introduce the indigenous reli- gion of Shinto and the deities with- in. The following four lectures will look at Buddhist deities from four distinct classes: buddhas, bod- hisattvas, wisdom kings and celes- tial beings. This lecture series is the product of a special collaboration with the LACMA Japanese Art Department. No parking validation is avail- able, but street parking is available. For more information or to RSVP, visit jflalc.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 September 14, 2017

Crossword Puzzle by Myles Mellor 3. Split 4. Do sum math? 5. Part of a vamp’s costume 6. Barley beard 7. Paper money of Ghana 8. About 1% of the atmosphere 9. Earth-shaped 10. Bouquet 11. Vintage 12. Giant Hall-of-Famer 13. Kids are asleep expression 18. Badges, e.g., in brief 19. Company known for its ups and downs 23. Covering 24. Weather map figures 25. Andalusian appetizers 27. Come from behind 28. Tumults 29. Roman garment 30. Type of boost or trip 33. Casual attire Tarfest celebrates 15th year 35. Cat-like mammal This photograph in the Oct. 16, 2003 issue of the Park Labrea 36. Acknowledge News and Beverly Press signaled that preparations were underway 38. Quote for the inaugural Tarfest, a festival of art, music and film highlight- Across 43. Traffic in holy things 39. Nazi leader ing attractions in the Miracle Mile. The event attracted thousands of people to performances, exhibits and screenings in galleries and 44. Thing referred to 40. Nothing to write home about museums along Museum Row. Tarfest has grown over the years 1. Flushed 47. ___ en scene (stage setting) 41. For the second time 4. Banana-like plant 48. Art degrees and on Saturday, Sept. 16, will celebrate its 15th anniversary. The 42. Set of parts and tools event will be held in the park surrounding the La Brea Tar Pits 9. Spreads 51. More irascible 45. British sailors, in slang Museum and will feature music, art, food, children’s activities and 14. Artist DiFranco 53. Route alongside a canal 46. Charges more. For information, see page 1. 15. What a widow stands to inherit 55. Unassuming 48. Some operatic voices 16. Train’s sleeping space 57. Ocean voyage locale 49. Dined at McDonald’s 17. Biblical foes 58. Detective duo 50. Ice fishing abode Theatre 40 seeks participants for 20. As before, in footnotes (Abbr.) 65. Take back, in a way 52. Domain 21. Scintilla 66. Carpenter’s tool 54. Butter portion upcoming appreciation series 22. Tar 67. Defeated 56. Leg joint 26. Fertilizer type 68. Foofaraws 58. Small dwelling Theatre 40 of Beverly Hills is Projects!” 31. “Catch on?” 69. Euripides drama 59. Yoko ___ launching “Monday Night Theater Plays to be read will include 32. Hopper 70. Farm pen 60. Drug pushed by Leary Appreciation Seminars” on “The Importance of Being 34. Old sailor 61. Noted Warhol subject Monday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. Earnest,” “Night Must Fall” and 35. “Black-eyed” legume Down 62. Commonly rented item The classes will be held on suc- “Gemini.” The fee is $10 per class, cessive Monday evenings through which will be held at the Beverly 37. Company trademark 63. Petite Nov. 6. Each class will consist of Hills Instructional Center on 38. Mexican restaurant duo 1. Transmits 64. Like 42. Ukraine capital 2. Authorize the reading of a play with profes- Moreno Drive. For information and Answers on Page 26 sional actors, followed by a class registration, call Dan Leslie at discussion. The theme is “Passion (213)385-5515. LAFD members leave Hurricane Harvey effort, head to Irma More than 70 members of the Los Angeles Fire Department who “These LAFD were deployed as part of a Federal members are true Emergency Management Agency urban search and rescue task force ambassadors to help with Hurricane Harvey across the nation response efforts have been rede- in times of great ployed to Alabama to prepare for a response to Hurricane Irma. need.” FEMA’s California Task Force 1 was originally deployed to Ralph Terrazas, Texas on Aug. 27, in the aftermath Fire chief of Hurricane Harvey. The LAFD LAFD members, along with civilian sup- port staff, including medical doc- cue and recovery operations in tors and K9 handlers, are special- communities southwest of ists in water rescue, urban search Houston. and rescue, and hazardous materi- Task force members worked with als response. other FEMA teams and local and “I am proud of the men and regional public safety agencies to women of the LAFD and all of rescue residents, pets and live- CA-TF1 for their hard work and stock from communities inundat- dedication to helping hurricane ed by the floodwaters of victims on what is turning into an Hurricane Harvey. extended deployment,” said The task force was demobilized LAFD Fire Chief Ralph Terrazas. from Harvey damage on Sept. 5, “These LAFD members are true and began making plans to return ambassadors across the nation in to Los Angeles. However, the times of great need. It is a testa- team was ordered by FEMA to ment to the effectiveness of our reroute to Montgomery, Alabama, Department that we can handle on Sept. 6 to stage in preparation one of the City’s largest brush for a response to damage caused fires while still supporting a by Hurricane Irma. deployed FEMA team, 11 mem- Seven other FEMA teams are bers individually assigned to also being pre-positioned ahead of brush fires across the West, and Hurricane Irma. answering more than 1,300 calls The task force arrived at its for service we receive every day.” staging location in Alabama short- After arriving in Texas early last ly after FEMA ordered them, and week, the California task force are prepared to continue helping engaged in multiple days of res those in need. 24 September 14, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press LACMA exhibit explores California-Mexico relationship The Los Angeles County Museum of Art presents “Found in Translation: Design in California and Mexico, 1915–1985,” the first exhibition to explore the full range of design and architecture dia- logues between California and Mexico from 1915 to 1985. “Found in Translation” features more than 250 objects including furniture, metalwork, ceramics, costume, textiles, paintings, sculp- ture, architectural drawings and photographs, mural studies, posters, ephemera and film by more than 200 artists, architects, design- photo by Harry Gamboa Jr./courtesy of The Autry Museum of the American West ers and craftspeople. A portrait of artist and designer Jef Huereque is included in the new “Found in Translation” is one of exhibit “Chicano Male Unbonded” opening at The Autry. five exhibitions presented by LACMA as part of the Courtesy of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art Getty’s Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA initiative, and is organized and images whose meanings were themes: Spanish colonial inspira- The Autry debuts ‘Chicano by Wendy Kaplan, curator and head shared as well as altered. tion, pre-hispanic revivals, folk art of the Decorative Arts and Design Political conflict has often and craft traditions, and mod- department, and Staci Steinberger, marred the relationship between the ernism. All explore how, in Male Unbonded’ exhibit assistant curator of decorative arts United States and Mexico, espe- California and Mexico, design and and design. cially during the Mexican- architecture are strongly rooted in a The Autry Museum of the American West presents the first com- “‘Found in Translation’ demon- American War (1846–48) and the sense of place, with local materials prehensive exhibition of works in photographer, essayist and perfor- strates LACMA’s ongoing commit- Mexican Revolution (1910–20). and traditions used to form a culture mance artist Harry Gamboa Jr.’s ongoing series “Chicano Male ment to Latin American Despite this, the histories of of specificity rather than an “inter- Unbonded” on Saturday, Sept. 16. art from the pre-Hispanic period to California and Mexico are inextri- national style.” And each found a The exhibition includes more than 90 images, including recent the present day,” said LACMA cably linked: both belonged to more distinct voice through “trans- work and photographs on view for the first time. The black-and-white CEO and Wallis Spain before 1821 and from that lations” of the other. portraits call into question the assumptions society has of men of Annenberg Director Michael date until 1848, California was part The exhibit, located in the Mexican descent. Govan. “This groundbreaking exhi- of Mexico. Resnick Pavilion, runs from Sept. “I created this work as a way to counter the negative stereotypes bition highlights the California’s fascination with 17 to April 1. people have of Chicano men,” Gamboa said. “They are all pho- unique strength of an encyclopedic Mexico emerged in the late 19th In conjunction with the exhibit, tographs of men I know on some personal level. Some I know from museum. Curators from many dif- century with the pre-Hispanic and LACMA will host Latin Sounds academia and the art world, others are family or friends. It’s very ferent departments contributed to Spanish Colonial revivals. The Sunday on Sept. 24 from 3–5 p.m. interesting to stand back and listen as viewers speculate on who the the catalogue and advised on object vogue for these styles peaked in the with legendary percussionist Pete men are. I’ve heard people comment, just from looking at the pictures, selection, from works 1920s and 1930s with the added Escovedo. that they are gang members. But then they get closer, read the descrip- of decorative arts and design, art of embrace of Mexican folk art and Additionally, Andell Family tions and discover that the ‘gang members’ are lawyers, Ph.Ds, artists the ancient Americas, and Latin murals. Sundays will be at 12:30 p.m. each and novelists. In these days, when political talk includes discussion American art to In turn, in the 1930s and ’40s Sunday in October. Museum guests about the mass deportation of Mexicans, and Mexican men in partic- costume and textiles, photography, California’s own Spanish Colonial can drop in between 12:30 p.m. and ular are negatively portrayed, this work stands out.” and modern art.” styles became popular in Mexico. 3:30 p.m. for Andell Family Conceived in 1991 and still continuing, “Chicano Male Unbonded” California and Mexico are irrevoca- And after World War II, Mexico Sundays, free with general admis- comprises nearly 100 portraits and counting, each a gelatin silver print bly joined by geography, culture, looked to California as a model of sion. This weekly family event will made from the original 35 mm negative. Each portrait has a distinct and economics — ties that precede modernity — its highways and feature artist-led workshops, and narrative that interweaves the subject’s creative life with his connec- and transcend modern political bor- high-rises promising “The friendly gallery tours and activities tion to community and the artist. ders. For centuries, people have American Way of Life.” thematically based on special exhi- In the process, a new narrative of L.A. is collectively imagined. The moved back and forth between the The exhibition examines these bitions and LACMA’s permanent series also reflects the overall strategy of the Chicano Movement and two places, bringing objects, styles interdependencies through four collection. the artists-as-activists within. Amy Scott, The Autry’s chief curator and the Marilyn B. and Calvin B. Gross curator of visual arts, said Gamboa’s series, Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra celebrates 50th anniversary “Provides a unique lens for thinking through society’s perceptions of men in the Chicano community.” Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra “Through Gamboa’s aesthetic choices, the series deftly opens up will celebrate its 50th anniversary conversations around race and identity in Los Angeles, and the West with three back-to-back weeks of at large,” Scott added. “What’s also fascinating about ‘Chicano Male unique programs. Unbonded’ is how Gamboa calls attention to these issues through the Part of the anniversary celebra- traditions of photographic portraiture.” tion will include orchestral con- The exhibit coincides with the opening of The Autry’s new “LA certs featuring internationally RAZA” exhibition. acclaimed violinist Joshua Bell on The Autry Museum of the American West is located at 4700 Saturday, Sept. 30, at 8 p.m., at the Western Heritage Way. For information, call (323)667-2000, or visit Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., theautry.org. in Glendale, and Sunday, Oct. 1, at 7 p.m., at UCLA’s Royce Hall, 340 Royce Drive. In performances led by guest Museum plans live mural event conductor Jaime Martín that help Photo by Shervin Lainez Luis De Jesus Los Angeles of weeks before Crosthwaite begins kick off Leonard Bernstein’s cen- Violinist Joshua Bell. recently announced “Hugo the process of painting it out, bit by tennial, Bell performs Bernstein’s Crosthwaite: In Memoriam: Los bit, during museum hours. lyrical “Serenade” (after Plato’s Angeles,” the artist’s first museum This mural-as-performance is “Symposium”) for violin and solo project in Los Angeles, to be part of a series of murals he calls orchestra inspired by Plato’s text Chilean art featured at Couturier Galley presented at the Museum of Social “In Memoriam,” which the artist on love. Justice. has been painting at sites in the U.S. Martín, in his LACO debut, also Couturier Gallery will present Chile’s most renowned artists, is The exhibition is an official par- and abroad. conducts Brahms’ Serenade No. 1 “Nemesio Antúnez - Chilean respected as a painter, printmaker, ticipating gallery exhibition of Visitors are invited to speak with in D Major, noted for its prominent Master,” an exhibition of humanitarian and champion of Pacific Standard Time : LA/LA and him, ask questions or simply watch horn section and remarkable sym- paintings and prints by the Chilean artists. He was the is co-presented with the California while he is working. phonic quality, and Mozart’s Chilean artist. founder of the important graphic Historical Society. Crosthwaite works in a style that Overture to the opera from “The This exhibit of 26 paintings and workshop Taller 99; twice direc- “In Memoriam: Los Angeles” combines portraiture, comic book Abduction from the Seraglio.” prints from the 1940s through the tor of the Museo Nacional de will be presented at the Museum of characters, ads and signage, urban Bell, one of the most celebrated ’80s is an official presentation for Bellas Artes in Santiago (1969- Social Justice until Feb. 25. facades and mythological refer- violinists of his era and recipient the Getty-sponsored initiative 73; 1990-93); and host of one of An opening reception will be ences, among other things, in dense of the Avery Fisher Prize, has Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA. the very few plastic arts programs held on Saturday, Oct. 14, and will and layered compositions. recorded more than 40 CDs, gar- The opening reception, co- of Chilean television, “Ojo con el be preceded by an artist talk and The Museum of Social Justice, nering Grammy, Mercury, sponsored by the Consulate arte” (Eye On Art). exhibition walk-through. A time for 146 Paseo de la Plaza, is a cultural Gramophone and Echo Klassik General of Chile in Los Angeles, It is difficult to classify Antúnez the event hasn’t been determined. center focused on the story of Los awards. will take place at the gallery, 166 as belonging to any traditional art Crosthwaite will produce “In Angeles’ diversity through educa- After each performance, the N. La Brea Ave., on Thursday, movement. His work may be Memoriam: Los Angeles” while tion and community transformation. audience is invited to a free post- Sept. 14th, from 7-9 p.m. and is described as consolidating the visitors watch from the sidelines. Current museum hours are concert party in the lobby to cele- open to the public. The exhibit heritage of geometric art and sur- The mural will wrap the walls of the Thursday through Sunday, 10 a.m. brate LACO’s season opening. will continue through Nov. 11. realism, two strong movements in entire gallery and will be on view in to 3 p.m. For more information, visit Antúnez (1918-1993), one of the art of Latin America. its completed form for only a matter laco.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 25 September 14, 2017

Tarfest welcomes community From page 1 Foundation and the Korean Metropolitan Transportation Feinstein helps in deportation Cultural Center of Los Angeles. Authority, which is currently build- KCSN 88.5. LA Bouquet, Also new this year is a drum cir- ing the Purple Line Extension sub- Brainstory, Alina Bea, The cle for children and families with way under Wilshire Boulevard. ofSen. Oakland Dianne Feinstein family (D- members Sovereign Artist and Love Ghost Theatre of Hearts/Youth First, and Panozzo added that September is a Calif.) introduced a private bill to will perform. A local DJ collective a hip-hop and breakdancing work- great time of year to hold Tarfest, provide immigration relief for will also provide music from 8:30 shop with JUiCE (Justice by Unity and temperatures are expected to Maria, Eusebio and Vianney to 10 p.m. in Creative Energy). Tarfest fea- be in the mid-70s. Sanchez of Oakland. Feinstein Panozzo said Tarfest is hosting tures food trucks and a beer garden. “There is going to be beautiful also filed the bill as an amend- art demonstrations by Johnny “There is all kinds of new stuff,” weather,” Panozzo said. “There ment to the National Defense “KMNDZ” Rodriguez, Ekundayo Panozzo said. “We try to make it as will be great synergy with local Authorization Act, to be consid- and Melany Dierks, who will paint dynamic as possible. It’s a day for museums and a lot of fun activi- ered later this month. on 8-by-8-foot canvasses. Tarfest everyone.” ties.” “The Sanchez family is the will also feature light artistry by Cultural institutions such as the The park at the La Brea Tar Pits epitome of the American dream, Light Riders and projections by Los Angeles County Museum of and Museum is located at 5801 and the deportation of Maria and Cloaking. Children will enjoy Art will offer information at Wilshire Blvd. For information, Eusebio was shameful,” Feinstein activities with the Japan booths, along with the visit launchla.org and tarfest.com. said. “No case better captures the callousness of this president’s immigration policies and the fail- ure by the Department of Feinstein Homeland Security to distinguish Schools undergoing change between families and criminals. card. Vianney has lived in the From page 1 Focused Schools plan – is available nity to have that group participate in I’ve introduced private bills in U.S. since she was 1, and is cur- on the district’s website, and the what our future looks like,” he said. only the most significant cases, rently protected from deportation Angeles County Office of deadline to submit one is Sept. 22. Board member Noah Margo said and there’s no doubt this situation through the DACA program. Education accepted the district’s Once selected, members will have it could help break the district’s ten- qualifies.” However, the administration of budget for this school year, but to attend a series of afternoon meet- dency to “stagnate” from resting on Maria and Eusebio were President Donald J. Trump decid- asked in an Aug. 29 letter for the ings running through October and its laurels too often. deported to Mexico last month. ed to end DACA, threatening school board to “monitor the pro- November. “Everything’s at play here,” Passage of Feinstein’s private bill Vianney’s status. jected deficit spending to ensure Bregy said it will be “an authentic school board member Isabel Hacker would allow them to return to the Maria and Eusebio tried for that it remains manageable.” process from the very beginning,” said. “The five of us are committed U.S. and provide them green decades to obtain legal status to The district is also evaluating a and will take into account the dis- to the best options to move our dis- cards. Both have lived in the U.S. no avail. Feinstein’s office in reconfiguration of its four K-8 trict’s history. “It’s going to be really trict forward.” for more than 20 years before 2014 helped ensure that schools. School board members and important that we get that perspec- School board President Mel their deportation. Maria worked Immigration and Customs district officials have criticized the tive,” he said. Spitz, an outspoken advocate of the as an oncology nurse at Highland Enforcement (ICE) granted them current configuration for the addi- School board members supported district’s need to stop deficit spend- Hospital in the East Bay. Eusebio a stay of removal – an acknowl- tional expenses and staffing issues. the direction. Howard Goldstein ing, also praised the plan. worked as a truck driver. They edgement that they posed no risk But, aside from lamenting the issue said the district should engage the “It’s the kind of leadership from a had no criminal records, paid to public safety and shouldn’t be occasionally at board meetings, the city’s civic organizations and the superintendent we have needed,” he taxes and owned a home. prioritized for deportation. Under district had yet to take steps toward “larger community,” because he said. The two were raising four chil- Trump, ICE reversed this posi- making any changes. feels the district has “to some “It’s a great way to start fixating dren, three of whom are U.S. citi- tion, telling Maria and Eusebio in The application for the new com- degree lost their support” in recent our eyeballs on all this, thank you,” zens. Their oldest daughter, May that they were ineligible for mittee – the Superintendent’s years. school board member Lisa Vianney, 23, has DACA protec- another stay. Committee to develop a Future “It would benefit us as a commu- Korbatov said. tion. She graduated from UC Feinstein intervened in an Santa Cruz with a degree in psy- attempt to prevent their deporta- chology. tion, but the Department of Feinstein’s private bill would Homeland Security denied the Turner is Dodgers’ Clemente Award nominee also provide Vianney a green request. Major League Baseball pediatric patients and their fami- Turner Foundation, whose mission announced that third baseman lies.” is to support homeless veterans and Justin Turner was named the Each Club nominates one player children (and their families) bat- Dodgers’ 2017 nominee for the to be considered for the Roberto tling life-altering illnesses. During Children’s Hospital performed 50 prestigious Roberto Clemente Clemente Award, in tribute to the past two offseasons, Turner has Award, the most prominent individ- Clemente’s achievements and char- organized the now annual Justin free heart screenings ual player award bestowed by the acter. Sept. 6 marks the 16th annual Turner Golf Classic in his efforts to The nonprofit Chad Foundation “Children’s Hospital Los league. Roberto Clemente Day, established support the Los Angeles Dream for Athletes and Artists held its Angeles is committed to partner- The Roberto Clemente Award is by Major League Baseball to honor Center’s Veterans Home. Through 23rd annual Chad Volleyball ing with the Chad Foundation to the annual recognition of a player Clemente’s legacy and to officially his efforts, the Dream Center is able Tournament last week to benefit underscore the importance of from each MLB Club who best rep- acknowledge local Club nominees to house over 26 veterans, and the Children’s Hospital Los early detection when it comes to resents the game of baseball of the Roberto Clemente Award. As Turner is currently working with Angeles Heart Institute and the cardiovascular health,” said through extraordinary character, part of the league-wide celebration, the Dream Center to open a Chad Foundation Heart Screening Pierre Wong, cardiologist at community involvement, philan- the Roberto Clemente Day logo women’s home for veterans in Program. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles thropy and positive contributions, will appear on the bases and official 2018. Additionally, since its found- Eleven of the hospital’s cardiol- South Bay Outpatient Center. both on and off the field. dugout lineup cards and a special ing, the Justin Turner Foundation ogists and sonographers from its “The fact that one-fifth of the “I’m incredibly honored to be the tribute video will be played in ball- has provided over 10,000 toys and South Bay Outpatient Center, and day’s heart screenings resulted in Dodgers’ nominee for the Roberto parks. 2,000 bicycles to children in the the main hospital in Los Angeles abnormal echo findings is a testa- Clemente Award, and be in the Turner is one of the 30 Club Los Angeles area through its holi- conducted 50 free heart screenings ment to this and the significance company of so many others around nominees for the annual award. day giving efforts. Justin also part- at the Hermosa Beach fundraiser. of the work we do every day to the league doing great work in their Since joining the Dodgers in 2014, ners with the 17Strong Foundation, Out of the 50 screenings, 10 improve health outcomes for our communities,” Turner said. “I’m he has been a pillar of the team’s which is built on giving patients showed abnormal findings that patients.” grateful for all the support we’ve community efforts, giving his time, that are recovering from a life-alter- will require follow-up tests. The Heart Institute at the hospi- received for the Justin Turner energy and financial support to a ing illness a victory trip of their “The Children’s Hospital Los tal is ranked among the top 10 Foundation, and hope to continue variety of charitable efforts choice, and is working with the Angeles Heart Institute is honored children’s hospital programs in to expand our reach with veterans, throughout the greater Los Angeles Yokota Air Base in Fussa, Japan to to participate in, and to be the ben- the nation for pediatric cardiology military-family youth sports area. help create a softball league for eficiary of, the Chad Volleyball and heart surgery care. Heart leagues and bettering the lives of In 2016, he created the Justin U.S. military children. Tournament for the 23rd year run- Institute physicians Brandy ning,” said Michael Silka, interim Hattendorf, Arash Sabati and division chief of Cardiology at wong maintain hours at Children’s Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Hospital Los Angeles South Bay “The event helps support CHLA Outpatient Center, ensuring the Habitat for Humanity hosting Builders Ball to provide world-class care and hospital’s brand of personalized Habitat for Humanity of Greater the nonprofit’s Building a Greater local economy by building strong and innovate in the field as one of the care in cardiology will be avail- Los Angeles will honor “Sugar” Ray Los Angeles campaign to help stable homes in partnership with fam- top institutions in the nation for able to families in the South Bay Leonard, Luc Robitaille and Morley empower low-income families by ilies, individuals, volunteers, munici- pediatric cardiology.” five days a week. In addition to Builders at its 2017 Los Angeles building strength and stability palities and donors, which will bring The Chad Foundation for cardiology, the Torrance medical Builders Ball, to be held on Sept. 28 through homeownership. strength and stability to local commu- Athletes and Artists was founded facility provides the community at the historic Beverly Hilton. Habitat LA has built, renovated or nities throughout L.A. by Arista Butrum in honor of her with expertise in 10 other pediatric This annual event celebrates out- repaired nearly 800 homes locally, Past honorees have included son Chad Alan Butrum, who died specialties: endocrinology, gas- standing individuals and companies helping to transform the lives of more Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Quincy of sudden cardiac death while troenterology, hematology/oncolo- that share Habitat LA’s commitment than 4,000 Angelenos. By 2020, Jones, Arnold Schwarzenegger, playing football at age 26. The gy, neurology, ophthalmology, to revitalizing and transforming the Habitat LA has a goal to invest $100 Maria Shriver, Mauricio Umansky, foundation strives to raise aware- orthopaedics, otolaryngology, landscape of Los Angeles. In addition million into revitalizing neighbor- Delta Air Lines, Bank of America ness for healthy heart living and plastic and maxillofacial surgery, to recognizing Habitat LA’s counter- hoods and increasing access to and Trammell Crow Company. provides free heart screenings for pulmonology and urology. parts in the building, real estate and affordable homeownership and home The Beverly Hilton is located at students, athletes and others, to The hospital is located at 4650 other related industries, this event repair opportunities. 9876 Wilshire Blvd. For information, help identify early cardiovascular Sunset Blvd. For information, visit also raises funds and awareness for This investment will benefit the visit habitatla.org. risk factors. chla.org. 26 September 14, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

FromVendors page 1 face challenges on the boulevard spending less money on haircuts, she outside of your business, it doesn’t said. make you look like the place to go to, near Hollywood and Highland are Their family is helping pay some but they’re better than the line of clamoring for change. bills, but the $40 they make each day sleeping homeless people that “The city of L.A. has not finished selling water is worth the drive, he they’ve replaced.” drafting the Street Vending ordi- said. On Labor Day, they were told to Plus, when a potential customer is nance,” Kerry Morrison, executive leave by law enforcement, he said. asked for money from a homeless director of the Hollywood Property “I’d be happy to get a permit if person, it can have a psychological Owners Alliance, wrote in a they want, no problem,” Garcia said. impact on whether they will come Facebook post in late August, try- “I’ll go through the steps if they need into a tourist attraction and spend ing to drum up attention about that done and do everything legally.” money on a ticket, Dacy said. street vending. “... As [leaders] drag A few Walk of Fame stars down Dacy is among several area busi- their heels, Hollywood’s pedestrian from the Garcias, past Spider Man ness owners who would like to see experience is being dragged into impersonators and a Freddy Krueger the City Council pass a licensing the abyss. This is an embarrassment impersonator clicking his finger requirement for sidewalk vendors. that the millions of tourists who blades at passersby, Ronald Johnson However, he said he hopes that photo by Jaclyn Cosgrove come to see Hollywood have to see can often be found with his three wouldn’t be a barrier to the undocu- this.” snakes – a group of boa constrictors mented immigrants who work hard Leglislation pending in City Hall might impact the vendors that line up Tony Arranaga, communications and pythons named Butterfly, Slick to make a living as street vendors. along Hollywood Boulevard and Highland Avenue. director for Los Angeles Councilman Rick and James. Johnson takes dona- “They are absolutely the best par- Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, whose tions from people who want to take ticipants in the group,” Dacy said. district includes the area around photos with the snakes. “They are the people that treat their ing number of people experiencing trucks must meet, it would likely Hollywood and Highland, said in a Johnson started coming to business as an owner would. They homelessness panhandling in the mean thousands of dollars in startup statement O’Farrell is eager to see Hollywood Boulevard about two clean up after themselves, and area and the sidewalk vendors give costs, he said. progress on a citywide ordinance years ago, but he said Tuesday was they’re friendly to us, and they let us tourists a negative impression of A $10,000 food cart that meets regulating vending in public spaces. his last night on the street. He’s frus- know when trouble is coming. L.A., he said. commercial food regulations “The item is pending discussion in trated by inconsistent enforcement However, that is the one population “It says something about our city would be a significant barrier, both Economic Development and and what he sees as unfair treatment that seems to be affected the most.” if we can’t get people to clean up the especially for many of the sidewalk Public Works and Gang Reduction for people trying to make a living, he Michael Nazzal, a property man- area,” Nazzal said. vendors who are not inherently try- Committees,” Arranaga said. “The said. ager who oversees several businesses Nazzal said he wants to see the ing to break the law, he said. Councilmember wants to establish “People are trying to make money, at the southwest corner of city require permits, limit the num- “It’s really sad to call these guys rules and guidelines that protect ven- like everybody else,” Johnson said. Hollywood and Highland, said regu- ber of street vendors who can work ‘illegal vendors,’” Geller said. “A dors while meeting the needs of the “If they can make money selling art, lations for sidewalk vending are on a block and then aggressively lot of these guys are working really community. Regulating sales on pub- they’re supporting their families. imperative to the success of the area. enforce those regulations. hard, and the pathway to being lic property is a complex issue, and Times are hard now. If a person Nazzal has worked in the area for 15 “Enforce it with not just citations, legal is fraught with costs, and a lot the Councilmember is sensitive to all makes a few $20 or $30, it’s a matter years, and said the abundance of but misdemeanor fines if they’re of intimidation… A lot of them are angles of this policy.” of eating and not eating in a day. sidewalk vendors has grown into repeat offenders,” Nazzal said. amazing chefs that care about their The complexities of street vending When you’re running people away, essentially an impromptu flea market “Clean up the boulevard. They don’t customers, that make incredible play out each day on Hollywood they can’t eat. The mayor is talking on Hollywood Boulevard. allow this at the Santa Monica food, that are doing everything Boulevard. The people who gather about, it’s OK for people to vend, but The vendors can sell water and Promenade, and they’ve regulated it they can do… They just don’t along near the Hollywood and you got a few of the rich people that food at lower prices than the brick- at the Venice Boardwalk.” know how to become legal.” Highland intersection to sell goods don’t want nobody to make no and-mortar businesses, undercutting One of the holdups for the City Until the Los Angeles City and panhandle tourists represent money.” the sales of small business owners Council could be working through Council acts, frustration among many of the issues that plague Los Near Hollywood and Highland, who pay for permits, taxes and other how to regulate such a diverse sidewalk vendors and local busi- Angeles: homelessness, drug addic- beyond the sidewalk vendors, is a overhead. industry. nesses will likely only grow. tion, immigration and the struggling barrage of neon lights and flashy “It’s just ridiculous, and I blame Matt Geller, CEO of the Southern Vendors and business owners middle class. architecture of the brick-and-mortar the mayor and the ACLU for passing California Mobile Food Vendor’s near Hollywood and Highland People like Anthony Garcia and businesses, also full of people trying rules that allow these people to be on Association, said California, espe- have said law enforcement have his wife, Gloria, said they’re trying to to make a living. the boulevard and in this area and for cially Los Angeles County, has the been patrolling the area more fre- make extra money to pay rent and At any given time, there are usual- tying the police’s hands, not allow- strictest food truck regulations in the quently, telling vendors they have the bills. ly three to seven street vendors sta- ing them to do anything about it,” country. to leave. On Tuesday afternoon, The couple regularly drives from tioned outside the Ripley’s Believe It Nazzal said. “Five years ago, or Los Angeles County has already many of the vendors typically sell- the San Fernando Valley to sell bot- Or Not Hollywood location. even almost 10 years ago, the issue developed stringent health codes for ing goods along Hollywood tled water for $1 on the sidewalk. Ripley’s general manager Cory was the people in the costumes. food vending, but the frustration Boulevard had been scared away Anthony Garcia worked in a ware- Dacy said for him, the biggest issue Now, those seem like the least of the from the business owners comes by an early morning visit from house until he was laid off a few is not with the sidewalk vendors but problem.” when they’re not consistently being police. months ago. The summer has been with people who are homeless and Nazzal grew up in L.A. and takes enforced for sidewalk vendors, he By that evening, though, some slow for warehouse jobs, he said. suffering from untreated mental ill- pride in people visiting the city, he said. vendors had returned to their usual Gloria Garcia was working as a nesses and substance use disorders. said. If the City Council were to require spots, selling their products to any- stylist but struggled to build a consis- “It’s a double-edged sword,” Dacy Millions of people visit sidewalk vendors to meet require- one whose attention they could tent clientele. People seemed to be said. “When there are seven of them Hollywood each year, and the grow- ments similar to those that food catch.

Parks fill parking spaces for a day Mike Hodge dies at 70 From page 1 ing in this neighborhood,” said Mid Past Park(ing) day events have Mike Hodge, an accomplished Carteris. City West board member Josh featured spaces for people to sit, actor, stalwart unionist and New Hodge attended West Virginia short distance north of the thor- Paget, who is organizing Park(ing) play games, view art or simply York president of SAG-AFTRA, University where he was part of the oughfare. The idea is to create a Day festivities. “The idea is to think relax. At the Park(ing) Day plaza died on Sept. 9 at age 70. integrating class at the School of pop-up plaza where people can about the space. Park(ing) Day is on Stanley Avenue, visitors can Hodge had a long career as a Journalism. After earning a B.A. in gather and see what it would be like on a trajectory to bring awareness enjoy small bites prepared by Broadway, T.V., film and commer- journalism with a minor in theater, to have a small park in the Melrose about the need for public space and Normandie Bakery. cial actor. he went to work for the Washington Avenue shopping district. The the need for green space.” “You can get coffee at a local A SAG-AFTRA National Board Post. Later, he continued his theater Melrose Business Improvement The Park(ing) Day plaza on restaurant and come sit outside,” member since 2001, Hodge was studies at the DC Black Repertory District is partnering with the Mid Stanley Avenue is one of three loca- Paget added. “It’s anything you first elected New York president in Theater. After he earned his Equity, City West on the project. tions in the community where the would otherwise do in a park.” 2009 and continued in that role until SAG and AFTRA cards while “When you think about public community council is organizing Epstein and Paget said Park(ing) his death. He was instrumental in working in Washington, D.C., he space, you have the National Mall events. Parking spaces will also be Day aligns with the Los Angeles jumpstarting the effort that ulti- decided to make a move to New in Washington, D.C., and here in converted into mini parks outside Department of Transportation’s mately led to the merging of Screen York. L.A. we have Grand Park, but other Matcha Box at 8036 W. Third St. “People St” program, in which Actors Guild and the American That opened the doors to com- than Pan Pacific Park, there is noth- and Open Space Cafe at 457 N. streets are closed permanently to Federation of Television and Radio mercial work, while also allowing Fairfax Ave. People are encour- make way for public spaces and Artists in 2012. In 2013 and again him to pursue theater roles. With Answers From Page 23 aged to stop by, meet neighbors plazas. Paget added he hopes the in 2015, he was elected at the SAG- that foundation in place, Hodge and community organizers and Park(ing) Day plaza on Stanley AFTRA National Convention to began appearing on nighttime and learn about alternative uses for Avenue will someday be perma- two-year terms as the union’s daytime TV series. Soon his career parking spaces. nent. It could be used as a location National Vice President represent- expanded to include work in “I am really excited about it,” for a bike sharing program and ing New York. film. Among his credits, he said Mid City West Chairman other uses, he added. “Mike’s spirit shone brightly, and appeared on Broadway Scott Epstein. “It helps people rec- “It’s one of those things where I he was greatly admired by those he in “Fences” and “A Few Good ognize possibilities. When you pitch it to people and they don’t worked with, whether in the union’s Men”; the film “To Wong Foo, think about public space, the understand it, but when you walk boardroom or on set. He will be Thanks for Everything! Julie streets have a lot of it. Might there by and see it, it immediately remembered for his professional- Newmar”; and often appeared on be another way to use that space? clicks,” Paget said. “You say, ‘Why ism, conviction and remarkable television as a doctor, lawyer or What other types of things can we aren’t there more of these?’ Come strength of purpose,” said SAG- judge on shows such as “Law & do?” experience it for yourself.” AFTRA President Gabrielle Order.” Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 27 September 14, 2017

Windsor Square-Hancock Park Historical More tickets available for ‘Infinity Mirrors’ exhibit Due to overwhelming demand, Society home tour and block party The Broad has announced that The Windsor Square-Hancock docent-led tour of Craftsman additional tickets are available and Park Historical Society invites homes dating to the 1900s. The hours have been extended for the members of the public to join a block-long street contains a micro- upcoming special exhibition home tour/block party on Sunday, cosm of architectural styles of the “Yayoi Kusama: Infinity Mirrors.” Sept. 17, from noon to 4 p.m. at St. first decade of the last century. The newly announced tickets Andrews Place, between Second Children’s activities include will go on sale on Monday, Oct. 2 and Third streets. games, zoo booth and Bob Baker at noon and are expected to sell out The event, sponsored by the Marionette show. Speakers will quickly. During the Sept. 1 ticket Windsor Square-Hancock Park discuss information on architecture release, 50,000 tickets sold out in Historical Society, features a and renovation. less than two hours. The Broad has A barbershop decided to stay open an additional quartet will provide 14 hours each week to accommo- music, and guests date visitors. may enjoy refresh- In addition to extended hours, ments and antique the museum is also increasing the Image credit: Yayoi Kusama, Courtesy of Ota Fine Arts, Tokyo/Singapore and Victoria Miro, London cars. number of visitors it will accom- Tickets are $40; modate during operating hours. Above is the Infinity Mirrored Room – “All the Eternal Love I Have for $30 for members of The increase in hours and visitors the Pumpkins,” 2016, from the collection of the artist. the Windsor per hour will allow for nearly Square-Hancock 40,000 additional advance tickets bition for regular hours and extend- from 10 to 11 a.m. and 8-9 p.m.; Park Historical to be made available in the upcom- ed hours. Standby tickets will be Saturday from 9 to 10 a.m. and 8 to Society; $20 for ing release. available on-site on a first-come, 10 p.m.; and Sunday from 9 to 10 full-time students Interested ticket buyers should first-served basis. a.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Advance tick- 23 and under with visit thebroad.org from 11 a.m. to “Yayoi Kusama: Infinity ets are $25; $30 on-site; with chil- ID; and free for noon Oct. 2 and will be placed in Mirrors” runs from Oct. 21 through dren 12 and under admitted free. children under 12. an online waiting room. All users Jan. 1 at The Broad. The extended The Broad is located at 221 S Free parking is in the waiting room by noon will hours are on Tuesday/Wednesday Grand Ave., downtown. For infor- available in the St have an equal opportunity for from 5 to 7 p.m.; Thursday/Friday mation, visit thebroad.org. Brendan’s School access to tickets. parking lot, 238 S. At noon, all users in the online Manhattan Place, waiting room will receive a mes- and at St. Brendan’s sage about whether they were ran- Church parking lot domly selected for the opportunity at the southeast cor- to purchase tickets. Due to ner of Third Street extremely high demand, not every and Wilton and user who joins the online waiting Wilton Place, from room will be able to purchase tick- 1 to 4 p.m. ets. In addition to this second ticket photo courtesy of Windsor Square-Hancock Park Historical Society For information and tickets, visit release, a limited number of same- St. Andrews Place homes built in the early 1900s fea- ORGANIZED by the J. 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Local nonprofit continues to bolster classroom education The Bianca Foundation has begun another year offering local students, including high schoolers in the Beverly Hills Unified School District, an education in life lessons that aren’t always learned in the classroom. The nonprofit helps students cope with issues such as peer pressure, bul- lying, stress, drug usage, sex and other issues they encounter in their teenage years. The foundation was founded by Nilo Khalili after the 2008 death of her daughter Bianca, 17, a Beverly Hills High School student who was a few days away from graduation. “Bianca was always seeking to improve society and wanted to change the world for the better, and now her calling is mine,” she said. “I decided to create this nonprofit organization on her behalf to bring education to our teens.” For information, visit thebiancafoundation.org.

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We are currently enrolling TK - 5th Grade Students enrolled in Kindergarten through 4th Grade this school year will be grandfathered into the Magnet School in 2018 Visit our website Rmagnet for more information www.rosewoodelementary.org W or call (323)651-0166 503 N. Croft Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90048 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 29 September 14, 2017

NHM debuts new pavilion full NewThe Los snow Angeles Zoo leopard has cubs debut at L.A. Zoo announced the birth of two endan- of creepy-crawly web slingers gered snow leopard cubs that were The Natural History Museum of insects and other species in the born earlier this year on May 12 Los Angeles County will open its urban environment. Angelenos can and May 13 to three-year-old annual Spider Pavilion on Sunday, also actively participate in a Spider mother Georgina and five-year-old Sept. 17 in the museum’s outdoor Survey as part of the Urban Nature father Fred. pavilion. Research Center’s citizen science The male and female cubs are The first exhibit of its kind in the initiative, which asks citizen scien- the first offspring for the snow United States, the Spider Pavilion tists to collect spiders they find in leopards that were paired in July has been a seasonal highlight at their homes, gardens and neighbor- 2015 as a part of a Species NHM since 2004. Guests can hoods; observe their characteristics Survival Plan. The cubs spent immerse themselves in spiders’ and fill out a data sheet; and bring months out of public view while habitats and witness the day-to-day the spiders to NHM where museum they bonded with their mother and activities of the often misunder- scientists are completing research got to know the zoo’s animal care stood and uniquely talented crea- on the diverse urban spider popula- staff. At four months old, the cubs tures. A Spider Den will house dif- tion in Los Angeles. To date, nearly have gained enough strength and ferent species – including the pink 6,000 individual spiders have been coordination to navigate their out- toe tarantula and the jumping spider submitted through the Spider door habitat and make their public – in enclosed habitats. Inside the Survey. debut. pavilion, visitors can walk among General admission tickets, “We’re so excited to welcome orb weavers and their intricate webs including entrance to the Spider these cubs,” said animal keeper photo by Tad Motoyama while learning from gallery inter- Pavilion, are $17 for adults, $14 for Stephanie Zielinski. “There is less preters about arachnids. students and seniors, and $8 for known about these beautiful cats Snow leopards in the wild are human threats have created an The new pavilion complements children ages 3 to 12. NHM is than most of the other large cat the museum’s outdoor Nature located at 900 Exposition Blvd. For found in cold, high-elevation uncertain future for the cats. species due to the extreme habitat mountainous environments in 12 Habitat destruction, prey base Gardens and indoor Nature information, call (213)763-DINO, snow leopards have evolved to live Lab, where visitors can learn about or visit nhm.org. countries in Central Asia. Snow depletion, illegal trade, poaching in the wild. This is why it’s such an leopards have evolved to have a and conflict with local populations honor to be able to educate the large nasal cavity allowing them to have led to a significant decline in public and give them the opportu- breathe thin air and retain oxygen. numbers. There is estimated popu- nity to observe this elusive species The cats have thick fur to keep lation of 2,000 to 7,000 snow leop- here in Los Angeles.” them warm and a long tail they ards left in the wild. The zoo’s animal care staff wrap around themselves for added Guests of the Zoo can view the began working with the cubs early, heat and protection. Additionally, cubs, which currently weigh separating the mom for short snow leopards’ paws have hair approximately 22 pounds each. amounts of time to allow her rest cushions that act as snowshoes and The cubs and their mother will and to help her grow accustomed provide protection from sharp transition on and off exhibit vari- to staff being around her to young. rocks. Smoky gray and blurred ous times throughout the day, also The interactions with the cubs black markings on their pale gray allowing outdoor time for the adult helped staff conduct regular exams or cream-colored coats provide male snow leopard, Fred. and give vaccinations. It eventual- camouflage in the mountains. The Los Angeles Zoo is located ly led to an easier transition when While snow leopards have at 5333 Zoo Drive. For informa- introducing the cubs to their out- adapted to the cold, barren land- tion, call (323)644-4200, or visit door habitat. scape of their high-altitude homes, lazoo.org.

photo courtesy of the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County Find a nephila clavipes, or species of golden orb-web spider, at the Spider Pavilion.

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LAUSD’s chief academic officer ClassPancreatic gives cancer patientscancer patients healthy cooking tips worked on their culinary skills on Sept. 10 at a “Cooking Healthy recognized for use of technology with Dr. Li” cooking class held at The Los Angeles Unified School Sur La Table in Westwood Village. District (LAUSD) has announced Presented by the Hirshberg that chief academic officer Frances Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Gipson has been named a national Research, the debut cooking leader in education technology by class,which included patients’ fam- the Center for Digital Education. ily members and caregivers, was The honor recognizes her leader- designed to provide nutrition sup- ship in using classroom technology port for pancreatic cancer patients. to engage students and achieve Under the instruction of Sur La academic success. Gipson is Table’s chef Claire Hansen, pancre- among the organization’s Top 30 – atic cancer patients received hands- technologists, transformers and on instruction on how to prepare trailblazers who are revolutioniz- healthy and delicious meals and ing education with digital tools. beverages. Dishes included brown photo courtesy of the Hirshberg Foundation “Dr. Gipson helped us refocus rice risotto with butternut squash From left, Chef Claire Hansen joined Agi Hirshberg and Dr. Zhaoping Li, of our vision of technology, and we and kale, lemon-barley pilaf with are now using it as a tool to ensure chicken and thyme; oven-roasted UCLA, during a cooking class for people with pancreatic cancer. that our students graduate as digital Frances Gipson cod with tomato jam, feta and learners, thinkers and collabora- olives, and strawberry smoothies. Americans will be diagnosed with The class was sponsored by tors,” said LAUSD Superintendent Dr. Zhaoping Li, chief of the pancreatic cancer in the U.S. this the Hirshberg Foundation for Michelle King. “She is an inspira- students at the forefront of every Division of Clinical Nutrition at year, and more than 43,090 will die Pancreatic Cancer Research, a tional and innovative leader, and decision she makes.” UCLA, provided information on from the disease. Pancreatic cancer national, nonprofit organization we congratulate her on this well- The Center for Digital Education diet, nutrition, food preparation and has the highest mortality rate of all dedicated to advancing pancreatic deserved honor.” is a national research and advisory more. major cancers, according to the cancer research. For information, As head of the LAUSD’s institute specializing in technology It is estimated that 53,670 American Cancer Society. visit pancreatic.org. Division of Instruction, and chair trends, policy and funding in K-12 of the 60-member Instructional and higher education. Its annual Technology Initiative Task Force, Top 30 awards recognize leaders Gipson helped guide the develop- and innovators who are transform- ment and implementation of digi- ing education through the use of tal-learning strategies that empow- digital tools. er students. Following recommen- Gipson started her educational dations produced by the task force, career in the LAUSD more than 20 schools are using technology to years ago as a teacher. Having personalize instruction, increase worked in higher education at academic standards, and create a UCLA and California State more flexible and student-centered University, Los Angeles, Gipson learning environment. continues to collaborate with col- “It is no surprise to me that Dr. leges and universities to help stu- Gipson is being recognized as a dents prepare for college and trailblazer because she continues to careers. transform the way L.A. “This recognition is reflective of Unified approaches the use a learning organization that is lead- of instructional technology,” said ing with instruction to empower LAUSD board president Dr. Ref our learners as computational Rodriguez. “She is an thinkers, creative communicators innovative thinker whose leader- and global collaborators in a digital ship on the task force has world,” Gipson said. “We remain revealed the power that strong col- committed to collaboratively laboration and an exchange of focusing on leveraging our digital ideas can have on the work of this resources to empower learners and district. Dr. Gipson is solutions-ori- personalize achievement as we ented, leads with her heart and prepare out students for college always ensures that she puts our and career.”

High Holy Day Service Schedule

Erev Rosh Hashanah - September 20, 8 pm Rosh Hashanah Day One - September 21, 10 am at the Harmony Gold Theater 7655 Sunset Boulevard

Rosh Hashanah Day Two - September 22, 10 am at our Temple, 1200 N. La Brea Avenue

Kol Nidre - September 29, 8 pm Yom Kippur - September 30, 10 am at Harmony Gold Theater 7655 Sunset Boulevard

Rabbi Denise L. Eger, Cantor Patti Linsky and Student Rabbi Max Chaiken will conduct the worship services. Dr. Lorry Black will conduct.

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