INSIDE • Arrest made in murder of theatre Sunny and director. pg. 3 clear, with • Elvis at 75 temps around pg. 4 68º Volume 20 No. 1 Serving the West Hollywood, Hancock Park and Wilshire Communities January 7, 2010 City Shines Residents Win Fight a Light on Over Cellular Towers the Arts n Zoning Administrator Rules Against Plan to Put in January Equipment on Apartment Building BY AMY LYONS Commission upheld an appeal by n Carthay Circle residents seeking to Special Programs are group of local neighbors prevent cellular phone antennas Featured at Museums and community activists from being placed on top of an Aachieved a victory on office building at 6330 San Vicente and Cultural Venues Tuesday, when a Los Angeles zon- Blvd., in close proximity to Carthay ing administrator denied an applica- Center Elementary School. BY AMY LYONS tion by T-Mobile to place wireless Community activist Ari Bussel phone telecommunications equip- said that until the science is clear on he thriving arts community ment at 8901-8903 Burton Way. the impacts of cellular phone equip- in Los Angeles features peo- The equipment would have been ment on children, no equipment Tple producing work in big, placed on top of an apartment should be placed in residential areas well-known venues, and at count- building in a residential neighbor- or within close proximity to a less small museums, theatres and hood, across the street from Temple school. art galleries. In Hollywood, the 78- Emanuel of Beverly Hills, a day “We must err on the side of cau- seat Fountain Theatre regularly school for children. tion,” Bussel said. “Children’s wins awards and accolades, while photo by Edwin Folven The application’s denial by zon- immune systems are not well devel- the more than 15,000 seats at the Doug Bousselot and “”Brady” the Dalmation guide the team of horses. ing administrator Maya Zutler oped. We didn’t know the damages Hollywood Bowl provide people echoes another win in July, when of smoking or sun exposure many with spectacular concerts by every- the Los Angeles Planning one from the Los Angeles See Cell Towers page 22 Philharmonic to The Eagles. Clydesdales Kick-Off During the month of January, Los Angeles residents have a chance to discover the ins and outs of the local art world as the City of Los BCS Festivities Angeles celebrates the second annual L.A. Arts Month. Dozens of BY EDWIN FOLVEN Parade, Rose Bowl Game and the venues across Los Angeles will add BCS Championship Game in low cost and free shows and events he Budweiser Clydesdales Pasadena. Eight of the to their rosters for the month. made an appearance at the Clydsdales, which are part of a “This is just a small taste of what TFarmers Market on traveling team based in St. Louis, awaits Angelenos and visitors Tuesday as part of the weeklong Missouri, tour the country as part festivities surrounding the Rose See Arts Month page 20 See Clydesdales page 20 Catch a Cab, Not H1N1 n Hundreds of Taxi Drivers Get Swine Flu Vaccine from Tuesday through Thursday this week at the taxi holding lot at photo by Ian Lovett BY EDWIN FOLVEN flu, which is also known as “Swine the Los Angeles International Sister Jeanette DeYoung, of the Queens Care Health & Faith Flu”. Airport. Michael Calin, general Partnership, assists a client at the Church of the Blessed Sacrament. axi drivers and passengers The program was a private manager of Bell Cab Company, can breathe a little easier now endeavor arranged between the nine organized the effort and said it is a Tthat a program was launched taxi companies licensed to operate precautionary measure for both the this week to vaccinate the city’s in the City of Los Angeles. The vac- drivers and their passengers. Angels Among Us 3,700 cab drivers against the H1N1 cinations have been taking place “The drivers themselves are rou- tinely exposed to the public, and the public is in close contact with the n RNs Donate Time to People in Need of Healthcare drivers, so it was something we wanted to do to keep everyone safe. BY IAN LOVETT ond.” A lot of the cab drivers also take DeYoung whispered with him people to hospitals and clinics, or n Tuesday, Sister Jeanette for a moment, leaning across the pick them up, so it is for the safety DeYoung sat at a desk in folding table as he spoke in her of both,” Calin said. “All cab dri- Othe foyer of the Social ear. Then she picked up the phone vers in Los Angeles get messages Services building at the Church of beside her and began to dial. “If I sent to them through a computer the Blessed Sacrament, make you an appointment, you system in the taxis, so we have been Hollywood, as she has every promise you’ll go, won’t you?” sending the message out for the last Tuesday for almost two years. she said. He promised he would. four or five days to let them know People went in and out, most of “I haven’t been to the doctor in that this is available.” them homeless, passing through a long time,” Willie said. He helps Calin said the program is volun- the foyer to the food pantry. out at Blessed Sacrament doing tary, but many taxi drivers have Many said hello to DeYoung on janitorial work. “I’ve been having expressed interest in getting vacci- their way in, and she beckoned problems with my feet.” nated. As of Tuesday afternoon, one to come talk to her. “Willie,” A registered nurse (RN), photo by Amy Lyons more than 100 drivers had received she said. “Come here for a sec- See Healthcare page 21 Nine taxi companies are participating in the flu shot program. See Taxi page 22 www.samys.com New Year’s BLOW OUT SALE!

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Mark Ruffalo, Ben Gazzara, Jonathan 9 Renaissance Faire mpro Theatre and Combined Hadary and Peter Kybart, stars of the Artform will present “Shakespeare in Hollywood I 2006 Tony Award-winning Broadway Unscripted” at Theatre Asylum begin- he Egyptian Courtyard will be revival, reprise their roles for L.A. ning January 10 at 8:00pm. Using a transformed into an Elizabethan Theatre Works. Also in the L.A. T few suggestions from the audience to village with food and merchants, per- Theatre Works cast is Jane kick off the show, Impro Theatre formers and craft demonstrations on Kaczmarek. All performances are attempts to create a completely origi- Saturday, January 9, courtesy of the recorded to air on the radio. Skirball nal Shakespearean story every original Renaissance Pleasure Faire. Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda night. Poetry, comedy and new twists Shop for clothes from Muscovy Blvd. Call (310) 827-0889. Tickets on familiar characters take center Trading Co. on site, and get games are $20 to $48. stage. Theatre Asylum, 6320 Santa and toys from another on-site vendor, Monica Blvd. Tickets are $20. Call Hallowed Tree. Traditional music (323)401-9793. from Brigid’s Daughters, Sportive 14 New Works Tricks, Ad Hoc Consortium, and Festival Willie Banger will be part of the fun. Beethoven at heatre West will kick off its “New This mini-faire is a sampling of what TYear New Works Festival”, a the Faire offers during its regular sea- LACMA series of five rehearsed readings of n Sunday, January 10, pianist son in April. The Egyptian is located new plays, on Thursday, January 14 at Inna Faliks will perform at 6712 Hollywood Blvd. Call O 8:00pm. The first play, “Grandma “Beethoven: Eroica Variations, and (323)466-3456. Good”, Written by Arden Teresa Schumann: Fantasie, Opus 17” as part Photo courtesy of Glendale Philharmonic Lewis, follows a troubled young boy The inaugural concert of the Glendale Philharmonic Orchestra, featuring of the Los Angeles County Museum’s who is befriended by a reclusive iPhone Photos (LACMA) Sundays Live program. n opening reception for an cellist Maksim Velichkin, will take place on Saturday, January 9 at elderly widow who wants to save him 7:30pm at First Baptist Church of Glendale. The repertoire for the The series offers free chamber music from his dysfunctional parents. The Aexhibit of photos taken on an concerts at the museum on Sundays at iPhone will take place Saturday, January 9 concert will include “Prelude from Violin Partita No. 3 in E festival ends on Sunday, January 17; Major” by J.S. Bach; “Vocalise” by Arno Babajanian; “Symphony for 6:00pm. 5905 Wilshire Blvd. Call call for full schedule. Tickets are free. January 9, from 6:00-9:00pm at Bob (323)857-6234. Poe Gallery, Bergamot Station. String Orchestra and Timpani” by Edward Mirzoyan and the world pre- Theatre West, 3333 Cahuenga Blvd. Photographer Bob Poe created a new miere of “Andante Dolente & Scherzo” for two cellos and string orches- Call (323)851-7977. body of work exclusively through his tra by Andrey Rubtsov. Tickets are $15-$50, and can be purchased by Dr. King Honored at iPhone. A portion of the work is doc- calling (323)663-3601. 209 N. Louise Street, Glendale. Forest Lawn Sacred Fools umentation of his time spent in orest Lawn, Hollywood Hills will Does Brecht Alaska. Bergamot Station, 2525 ghosts and many more. Each show is Pepperdine University’s Smothers Fpresent its 8th annual Dr. Martin acred Fools Theatre will open a Michigan Ave., Santa Monica, spontaneous. Tickets are $14 at the Theatre with two performances on Luther King, Jr. celebration on Sproduction of a new translation of Gallery G8A. Call (310)582-2278. door or $12 at www.ovationtix.com. 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Wsee him as the bad boy of rate with the state to win competi- Some of the educational reforms “Jailhouse Rock”, there’s no deny- tive federal dollars under the Race include refining the current stan- ing that Elvis was a one-of-a-kind to the Top initiative. dards and assessment system; superstar. The music man from The move came on the same enhancing local data systems and Tupelo, Mississippi with the sly day that members of the State coordinating those systems with snarl and infamous gyrations would Assembly approved measures that state data systems; providing new have been 75 years old on January are intended to make the support for teachers and principals 8, and Los Angeles is hosting a few California eligible for Race to the aimed at improving effectiveness Elvis commemorative celebrations Top funds. based on performance; and turn- fit for rock royalty. Of the $4.35 billion in Race to ing around the lowest-achieving At the Grammy Museum, a photo the Top funds available for schools. exhibition titled “Elvis at 21: schools throughout the United At the state level, the Assembly Photographs by Alfred States, California could receive as measures allow low-performing Wertheimer” will open on Friday, much as $700 million in 2010. schools to be closed, and will give showing rare shots of a young Elvis The money would be divided parents more discretion in moving Presley before he became a pom- among school districts that have their children to a new school if padoured, untouchable icon. The submitted the required MOUs. they are dissatisfied. The mea- exhibit is a new Smithsonian travel- While there is no way to currently sures would also allow local dis- ing show, and the Grammy determine the amount each district tricts to change regular schools Museum’s showing will mark its would receive, LAUSD officials into charter schools, and fire debut. have said the funding would be teachers and administrators who In 1956, Wertheimer, a photo- significant because the district are determined to be ineffective. journalist, was hired by RCA Victor educates roughly 10 percent of Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger had to shoot promotional images of the students who attend public signaled that he would sign the recently signed 21-year-old Elvis schools throughout California, bills. Statewide education reform Presley. Wertheimer subsequently which includes a disproportionate plans must be submitted to the followed Elvis for a short while, a number of disadvantaged students federal government by January 19 stint that produced nearly 60 who attend underperforming for states to be eligible for Race to images of the young man in his pre- schools, a target for Race to the the Top funding. King of Rock-n-Roll days. Bob Santelli, executive director of the Grammy Museum, said the City Council Approves $6 Million exhibit is a coup for the museum photo © Alfred Wertheimer. All rights reserved and a rare opportunity to glimpse an A photo of Elvis Presley in 1956 titled “Going Home” is in the new exhib- icon just before his rise to fame. it titled ”Elvis at 21: Photographs by Alfred Wertheimer”. in Funding for New YMCA Project “Many young people think of Elvis as a white-jump suited croon- he Los Angeles City Council will include an aquatic center, fit- er rather than a young kid from Elvis is pictured on the Southern stops at Sun Studios and Tapproved $6 million in funding ness center, basketball court and Mississippi belting out rock ‘n Railroad, traveling from Graceland,” Santelli said. on Wednesday for the outdoor running track. Also includ- roll,” Santelli said. “He broke wide Chattanooga to Memphis – no lim- More details on the trip, which is Hollywood/Wilshire YMCA’s new ed will be a community room, chil- open in 1956 at just 21 years old, ousines or private jets for this rising open to museum members first and project, which will be located at the dren’s and teen activity rooms, and and these photos show a time when star. Another photo shows Elvis then the general public, depending corner of Oxford Avenue and 3rd staff offices. As part of the condi- he was still just Elvis Presley…he reading fan mail in New York City on space, will be listed on the Street. tions for obtaining city funding, the went from being a regional, south- in March, 1956, the caption indicat- Grammy Museum’s website begin- The funding will come from the YMCA will be required to provide ern star to an international sensation ing he read all of the “dozens” of ning January 8. city’s Community Redevelopment 150 new membership subsidies per and this is the last set of photos letters personally. “We’re going in March and Department (CRA/LA), and will be year for the next 20 years to low- before that transformation.” Santelli is also excited about a we’re calling it ‘In the Footsteps of used for the general construction of income families who cannot pay the The photos are undeniably inti- fan letter in the exhibit, a piece Elvis,’” Santelli said. the facility. regular or reduced membership mate and depict an innocence rarely from a private collector. In addi- In Hollywood, the American The project, known as the rates. attributed to Elvis. Taken in tion, the Grammy Museum has two Cinematheque at the Egyptian Munger Family YMCA, will The entire project is expected to Richmond, Virginia; Memphis, Elvis guitars, artifacts from Theatre will celebrate the King’s include a two-story, 29,000-square- cost $21 million, and the YMCA is Tennessee and New York City, the Graceland, and rare Elvis concert birthday on Sunday, January 10 at foot main building, and an adjacent currently raising the additional black and white images depict Elvis footage. 5:30pm. Food vendors will be on three-story parking structure with funding through private sources. in close contact with fans and in pri- “We are even oranizing a trip to site, selling banana peanut butter nearly 160 spaces. The project will YMCA officials hope to begin con- vate moments. In “Going Home,” Mississippi and Nashville, with See Elvis page 21 be a LEED-certified facility, and struction on the project in late 2010.

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onstruction has begun on a new Cparking garage on Vine Street that is designed to alleviate some of the parking problems in the Hollywood Entertainment District. The Vine Street Garage will be located at 1627 N. Vine Street, adjacent to the Ricardo Montalban Theatre. The garage will include photo courtesy of Tyrone Washington/L.A. Mayor’s Office five levels of parking with 457 Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa encouraged residents to participate in the spaces, as well as ground floor upcoming 2010 Census at an event on Monday designed to raise retail space. The project is being developed by the City of Los awareness about the count. Angeles, and will replace a surface parking lot currently at the site. Kelli Bernard, the director of City is Counting on Residents planning and economic develop- ment for Los Angeles City Council President Eric Garcetti’s Office, said the project has been in the to Participate in Census photo by Edwin Folven works for several years. The park- A surface parking lot in Hollywood will be the site of the new Vine Street os Angeles Mayor Antonio Jamey Christy, director of the ing structure, which is located LVillaraigosa joined City U.S. Census Bureau Los Angeles across the street from the new W Garage. The parking structure will be located just north of the Montalban Controller Wendy Greuel, City Regional Office, also attended the Hotel and Residences complex, Theater, and across the street from the W Hotel and Residences. Councilmember José Huizar, 14th event, and was joined by Thomas will cost approximately $16.5 mil- District, and several community A. Saenz, president and general lion. Bernard said the funding has tion to the Hollywood many of those visitors need a place leaders on Monday to encourage counsel of the Mexican American already been budgeted and will Entertainment District. to park,” Garcetti added. residents to participate in the 2010 Legal Defense and Educational come from the Special Parking “The revitalization of Holly- “Hollywood has great access to Census, and welcome the Los Fund (MALDEF); and Arturo Revenue Fund, which is generated public transit and we’ve even Angeles stop of the Census Vargas, executive director of the from parking meters and fees at expanded bicycle parking. The Bureau’s “Portrait of America National Association of Latino parking lots within the 13th “When it’s done, new Vine Street Garage will Road Tour”. Elected and Appointed Officials Council District. we should see a address the neighborhood’s need The Complete Count (NALEO). “It has taken a number of years to for greater access to public parking Committees are community-based The 2010 Census Portrait of secure the funding,” Bernard said. significant for those who visit Hollywood by organizations that have created America Road Tour is part of the “Initially we thought it would cost alleviation of the car.” partnerships between government largest civic outreach and aware- $21 million, but when the bids went Kerry Morrison, executive direc- agencies, neighborhood councils, ness campaign in U.S. history, out last year, we were glad to find parking problems tor of the Hollywood Entertain- faith-based organizations, labor stopping at more than 800 events that the construction bids came in in that side of ment District and the Hollywood unions, and businesses to promote nationwide. From local parades under that amount.” Business Improvement District participation in the census. and festivals to major sporting Bernard said no tenants have the BID.” (BID) added that the structure is “It is critical that each and every events like the Super Bowl and the been secured yet for the 2,600- sorely needed in that portion of Angeleno is counted in the NCAA Final Four games, the square-foot ground-floor retail Kerry Morrison, Hollywood. upcoming census,” Greuel said. Road Tour will encourage space. Plans call for the parking executive director of the “The community has been “Los Angeles lost $200 million America’s growing and increas- structure to include an automated, Hollywood Entertainment eagerly awaiting this project for because of being undercounted in ingly diverse population to com- self-cleaning public restroom. District five years,” Morrison said. “We are the 2000 census, which translates plete and mail back the 10-ques- Construction of the garage will very delighted that they have bro- to money for books in our schools, tion census forms when they take approximately 18 months to ken ground, and when it’s done, we police officers on our streets and arrive between March 15-17. complete. wood has made it a popular desti- should see a significant alleviation affordable housing that should be For information, visit Garcetti said the new parking nation for diners, movie goers, of the parking problems in that side built.” www.lacounts2010.org. structure will be a welcome addi- shoppers, tourists, and more, and of the BID.” City Attorney to Undergo Surgery '+## /&#-,,"./ for Gallstones 0$$)'+(./ '+%'+/&##2# -& BY EDWIN FOLVEN 2-'/'+%+./-0*#+/. 3 &#0-# - /,)",))#!/',+ little over a month after being Ahospitalized for what was described as excruciating abdomi- nal pain, City Attorney Carmen Trutanich has been diagnosed with gallstone pancreatitis. John Franklin, a spokesman for Trutanich, said the city attorney will likely have his gall bladder removed, and physicians at Cedars- Sinai Medical Center are in the process of scheduling a date when the surgery will take place. Franklin said Trutanich experienced the abdominal pain the day after Thanksgiving and was admitted to the Providence Little Company of Mary on November 28. Trutanich was released on December 3, but the diagnosis was inconclusive. He was later referred to Cedars-Sinai for additional testing. “When he went to Cedars-Sinai, they did a more thorough inspection and found two gallstones,” Franklin said. “The stones were so minute  +/ ,+'! )1" #./,))32,,"    that they weren’t originally able to see them. He’ll have to have to have See City Attorney page 21 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 January 7, 2010 Hundreds of Revelers Ring in the New Year at EBʼs in the Farmers Market ore than 250 people partied like it was bigger each year. Mthe 1980s at a New Year’s Eve party “It was a lot of fun. We had a disco ball hosted by EB’s, one of the bars of the origi- and lights, it was just like a club,” Twinn nal Farmers Market, corner of 3rd and said. “It was absolutely the most well Fairfax. The “Totally ‘80s New Year’s Eve attended New Year’s Party at the Farmers Dance Party” featured DJ Todd B spinning Market.” music from the 1980s, as well as a dance Twinn added that the bars of the Farmers contest, complimentary champagne and Market will host several special events in other festivities. the coming year. The Original Farmers Gary Twinn, manager of the Farmers Market is located at 6333 W. 3rd St. For Market bars, said it was the third annual New information on the Farmers Market Bars, Year’s Eve party, and the celebration gets visit www.farmersmarketbars.com. photo courtesy of Gary Twinn

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who’s just as a big a fan of the open sky but lacking in miles ʻUp in the Airʼ Soars Above logged. Screwing up his type A routine further, Bingham’s com- pany decides to downsize. Thus, All Its Oscar Competition the corporate lone ranger loses his wings when Cornell grad Natalie inding the right job can be a (Anna Kendrick) develops a plan lifelong pursuit. But what hap- F to do layoffs via video chat. pens when that job gets taken Bingham’s goal of reaching 10 away from you? Even worse, million frequent flyer miles is what if someone you don’t know suddenly cut short by a change in is the person on the other end of the table telling you to leave this place in which you’ve invested so much time? The filmic version of “Up in the Air” Walter Kirn’s novel “Up in the Air” provides a bittersweet depic- versation that corporations don’t is a worthy tion of this problem, which has want to, giving people bad news faced many in the past few years. and a pamphlet to help them find Oscar Featuring a rich screenplay and a better future. During his travels, sure-handed direction by Jason Bingham occasionally speaks at contender with Reitman, and a star turn by conferences, providing existential George Clooney, the film is a insights for people who want to be the acting and tragi-comedy that moves from as successful as he is. But what he photo courtesy of Paramount Pictures likable to distasteful and back doesn’t reveal is the fact that his story juice to George Clooney stars as Ryan Bingham in the dramatic comedy “Up in again. success comes coupled with lone- the Air.” If you ever meet Ryan Bingham liness. But things change for the (Clooney) it means you’re about best downsizer in the business take Clooney Bingham’s boss (Jason Batemen), to date. “Thank You for Smoking” to get laid off. He travels the when he meets his female doppel- whose smarmy reactions to job provided a sharp wit but disjointed country and has the awkward con- ganger, Alex (Vera Farmiga), to a win. losses must be seen to be pacing and “Juno” understood believed. character while digressing into Clooney creates one of his most pretension. With minimal conde- policy that will force him to stay dynamic roles to date here, a com- scending dialogue and patronizing in one place for too long. His only plex character study only rivaled voiceovers (there are voiceovers hope lies in one final trip around in “Michael Clayton”. Bingham but they aren’t useless like in the country, showing Natalie the appears happy, but beneath the “Juno”), “Up in the Air” reveals a ropes. Through this unlikely bond attractive exterior is an isolated director who’s grown up. Events and the growing relationship with figure who discovers his desire unfold in unpredictable ways, Alex, Bingham must learn to nav- for more than the life of mobility. through laughter, frustration, igate his life choices and relation- His outer confidence becomes a anger, and awkwardness. ships with the same sense of ease thin disguise as the story unfolds, “Up in the Air” is a worthy that gets him from airport to air- and a tragic figure emerges. This Oscar contender with the acting port. isn’t the Clooney of the “Ocean’s” and story juice to take Clooney to “Up in the Air” rings true as films. His performance becomes a a win. Many won’t appreciate this Americans suffer through an brave self-reflective act – it’s hard film for its narrative restraint, unstable economy. Documentary- to ignore the similarities between avoiding easy answers and pre- style close-ups of employee reac- Ryan Bingham and Hollywood’s dictable blocking, but for those tions to job losses are heartbreak- most eligible bachelor. willing to look closer, the payoff is ingly honest. The most comic Reitman’s third feature film a rich joy that just might help you moment comes at the hands of showcases his most mature work see life anew.

photo courtesy of Paramount Pictures The arrival of Natalie Keener (Anna Kendrick, left) complicates Ryan Binghamʼs (George Clooney, right) work life in the dramatic comedy “Up in the Air,” a Paramount Pictures release. If Pilgrim School Is At The Top Of Your List, ‘Law & Order’ Scene Stealer You’ve Done Your Homework. Nabs First Star of 2010 eteran actor Sam and Golden Globe nomina- VWaterston will be hon- tions for Best Supporting ored with the 2,397th star on Actor and Most Promising the Hollywood Walk of Fame Newcomer for the role of today, Thursday, January 7 at “Nick Carraway” in “The 11:30am. Waterston’s star Great Gatsby”. will be the first of 2010 — He was awarded an Emmy OPEN HOUSE the 50th Anniversary year of as host of the 10-part NBC the Walk of Fame — and informational series “Lost Waterston’s star will have the Civilizations”. 50th Anniversary seal placed Waterston’s screen credits Tuesday, January 12, 2010 below his star. also include Woody Allen’s Waterston’s portrayal of “Interiors”, “Hannah and Her charismatic and tough district Sisters” and “Crimes and at 6:00 pm attorney Jack McCoy, in Misdemeanors”, as well as “Law & Order” has earned John Waters’ “Serial Mom”, him three Emmy nominations “Hopscotch” and “Heaven’s for outstanding actor in a Gate;. He also appeared in drama series, the 1999 Screen Tennessee Williams’ “The Actors Guild Award, a Screen Glass Menagerie” with Actors Guild nomination in Katharine Hepburn, Michael 1998, and a Golden Globe Moriarty, and Joanna Miles; nomination in 1995. “Law & and “Eagles Wing”, with Order” is now in its 20th sea- Martin Sheen and Harvey son on NBC. Keitel. Waterston’s star will PRESCHOOL THROUGH GRADE 12 Waterston also received a be located at 7040 Hollywood Best Actor Oscar nomination Blvd., next to star of “Law & for his role in “The Killing Order” creator and executive 3#/--/.7%!,4(!6%.5%s,/3!.'%,%3 #!,)&/2.)! Fields”, three Emmy nomina- producer, Dick Wolf. WWWPILGRIM SCHOOLORGs   tions and a Golden Globe For information, visit Award for “I’ll Fly Away” www.hollywoodchamber.net. Pilgrim School is a division of First Congregational Church of Los Angeles Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 9 January 7, 2010

gives the movie its title. A Playwrightʼs Sole Screenplay And that, basically, is that. Except for the requisite trimmings hew! It’s been one of those of a couple of odd characters taken Wweekends….make that two Mad About Theater directly from several of Williams’ of those weekends when there was- plays – a mad mother and a drunk n’t enough time to take care of all father for Jimmy, a drug-addicted the things that needed to be done aunt for Fisher – a name like Fisher because of all the things we weren’t for the heroine, and lots of silly gig- doing because it was, after all, gling social butterflies oozing jeal- Christmas and New Years Eve, ousy for the outrageous Southern when lazing around, eating too by Madeleine Shaner Belle. Director Jodie Markell has much and accomplishing nothing not much to work with in the way of any value are absolutely de of a screenplay here, despite the rigueur. Additionally, there was a stage play than an absorbing still luminous name of its author very little playing in our theatres movie. There’ve been several suc- who, if this final product is a true while our actors and directors and cessful movies made from rendering of its source, stole a pun- producers were joining us in all Williams’ plays, but the screen ver- ishable, and sadly elongated amount from the moving, emotion- those popular pastimes, and what sions were adapted for film by photo courtesy of Constellation Entertainment ally searing, brilliant plays of one was still on the boards was some- other screenwriters. The screenplay Bryce Dalls Howard stars in “The Los of a Teardrop Diamond.” thing we’d already seen, or already in question is so involved with its of our greatest playwrights. reviewed. very recognizable characters that it All of the above explains why forgets to tell an engrossing story. All the earmarks of a Williams’ play are in place, but none of the Director Jodie angst and agony, none of the irony Mad Gives Kudos to Best Playwrights of 2009 or insight, none of the searing, Markell has not always heartbreaking passion. The y sincere apologies for tale of a lost earring is almost an Mrunning my Maddy much to work add-on, needed only to provide a Awards for Actors and Behind with in the way reason for these people to be in this the Scene Artists (Beverly Press place, behaving like Williams’ on December 24 and December of a screenplay characters in a steamy Southern 31) and inadvertently leaving melodrama that singes as it chills. out those originators of the plays here. Bryce Dallas Howard (daughter that inspired so many terrific of Ron Howard) plays Fisher performances and so much the- Willow, the ever-feverish atre magic: the men and women I’m writing about a movie this Williams’ centerpiece, the beautiful who faced those blank pages week, not a play. I don’t think I’m shark woman with tentacles instead and used them to create mar- stepping on my colleague’s (Tim of fingernails. She’s lovely and velous art – THE WRITERS!! Posada) territory, because it’s high- she’s lonely; she’s also lost without (of new, or almost new plays). ly unlikely he’ll be reviewing “The a worshipful following and a suf- Here they are: photo by I.C. Rapoport Loss of a Teardrop Diamond”, a fering man under her dance pumps. Terrell Tilford, Chris Butler, Michole Briana White, Avery Clyde, John basically unscintillating movie On orders from her domineering Jason Robert Brown, “The Wesley and Tinashe Kijese all put in wonderful performances in based on the only screenplay Aunt Cordelia (an almost unrecog- Last Five Years”, East/West “Stick Fly”. Playwright Lydia R. Diamond deserves high praise for Tennessee Williams ever perpetrat- nizable Ann-Margaret), she single- Players her touching text. ed. Not to be unkind, but as a handedly re-styles the studly screenwriter, Mr. Williams - whose Jimmy (Chris Evans), a poor boy Lydia R. Diamond, “Stick Colin Mitchell, “Breaking and Justin Tanner, “Voice works I adore, and who was justifi- with promise, into an enviably Fly”, The Matrix Theatre Entering”, Theatre 40 Lessons”, the Zephyr Theatre ably lauded as a genius and a bril- smooth partner for the party of the liant playwright - doesn’t measure year, where she’s envied and hated Henry Jaglom, “Just 45 Brian Christopher Williams, up. by the less lucky lasses of the tight- Minutes from Broadway”, Henry Murray, “Treefall”, “Anita Bryant Died For Your “Teardrop Diamond”, albeit knit society, especially, maybe, for Edgemar Center for the Arts Rogue Machine Sins”, El Centro Theatre studded with some brilliantly tal- the fabulously expensive Teardrop ented ladies and a fair amount of Diamond Earrings – actually Aunt star power, is much closer to being Cordelia’s – a lost one of which

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L.A. Chamber Executive Earns Seniors: Spot on U.S. Advisory Committee Come live with he Los Angeles Area Chamber said. “His appointment is both tes- our family. Tof Commerce recently tament to his deep expertise on announced that Carlos J. trade and the significance of our Valderrama, the chamber’s senior region on matters of U.S. and glob- Actually, it’s more like a second vice president of global initiatives, al trade.” family at Bethany Towers; full has been appointed to the Created by the Federal Trade Act of 1974, IGPAC is part of a com- service apartment living for seniors mittee system that helps to ensure who still want to feel a measure of “I look forward to that U.S. trade policy and trade working with negotiating objectives adequately self-respect and individuality. Bethany reflect U.S. public and private sec- my fellow tor interests. The IGPAC commit- Towers offers all that and more. commissioners.” tee draws on the knowledge of its 1 or 2 bedroom, single or bachelor apartments with medical members to advise, consult with and nursing care, as well as full dining facilities are available --Carlos J. Valderrama and make recommendations to the USTR and relevant cabinet or sub- to you from $1,395 to $2,995 a month. cabinet members concerning mat- Intergovernmental Policy Advisory ters of trade. Come by and visit your second family – Bethany Towers at the Committee (IGPAC) on Trade to “I am pleased and honored to foot of the Hollywood Hills. We are a non-profit non sectarian the Office of the United States serve on the intergovernmental Trade Representative (USTR). Policy Advisory Committee,” apartment community. Valderrama will join the 28-mem- Valderrama said. “I look forward to We are family. ber committee that provides policy working with my fellow commis- advice to the USTR. sioners to help expand trade oppor- “Valderrama’s participation in tunities for U.S. businesses and 1745 N. Gramercy Place IGPAC will help ensure that grow our economy.” Hollywood, California Southern California’s voice on The L.A. Area Chamber is a important trade issues is heard by leading advocate for global trade in 90028 federal trade negotiators,” chamber the Southern California region. (323) 467-3121 CA Lic. #191800073 president and CEO Gary Toebben Visit www.lachamber.com. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 January 7, 2010

Bureau of LaBonge Leads Blue Moon Hike Sanitation Says os Angeles City Councilman took the famous 1972 picture of LTom LaBonge, 4th District, Phan Thi Kim Phúc, a nine-year-old led dozens of participants on a girl who was shown running to flee Stop Putting “Blue Moon Hike” on December a South Vietnamese napalm attack. 31 to the top of Mount LaBonge routinely leads hikes in ʻSharpsʼ in Trash Hollywood in Griffith Park. Griffith Park, and held the special LaBonge (center) was joined by hike on New Year’s Eve to view the he City of Los Angeles’ Bureau Edwin C. Krupp (left), the direc- “Blue Moon”, the second full moon Tof Sanitation is reminding resi- tor of the Griffith Observatory, in the month of December. A “Blue dents that state law makes it illegal and Nick Ut (right), the Pulitzer Moon” will not appear again on to dispose of home-generated Prize-winning photographer who December 31 until 2028. “sharps” in the regular trash. photo courtesy of the Fourth Council District Office Sharps include items such as needles (hypodermic, suture), syringes, lancets, endo files, pre- filled pens and other items. They should not be disposed of in the regular trash or flushed down a toi- let. Instead, all sharps should be brought to a S.A.F.E. Collection Center or Mobile Collection Event for proper disposal. “We are reaching out to all doc- tors’ offices, medical establish- ments, pharmacies, retail store dis- tributors of sharps, veterinary offices, hospitals, health and dia- betes clinics and drug counselors to form partnerships to assist in the safe collection of sharps from resi- dents and to create an infrastructure to make it convenient for residents to safely dispose of their sharps,” said Enrique Zaldivar, director of the Bureau of Sanitation. The improper disposal of sharps poses a serious risk of injury and even infection to unsuspecting san- itation workers, family members and animals, workers, and people in public areas. Improper discard- ed needles can also transmit numerous blood-borne pathogens such as HIV and Hepatitis B and C. “Discarding sharps directly into the environment and through the regular trash can bring the material full circle right back into our homes,” Zaldivar added. “Once discarded in the regular trash, cont- amination can find its way into landfills where it can leach through the soil into underground springs and waterways or groundwater. Groundwater is a source of our drinking water.” For additional information on hazardous waste disposal, call (800)98-TOXIC, or visit the Bureau of Sanitation’s website at www.lacity.org/san. Female Masterminds Gather in WeHo

he City of West Hollywood is Tholding an installment of its “Women’s Mastermind Group” on Tuesday, January 12 at 6:30pm. The group is geared towards women who are looking to connect and network with other women in the community. The interactive meetings follow the mastermind group concept, in which a group uses the power of collective brain- storming to develop goals, come up with creative solutions, and create ways to implement the solutions. Women who own or operate a small business or are on a career track at work are encouraged to attend. The West Hollywood Women’s Mastermind Group will be meeting monthly at Plummer Park, Community Center, 7377 Santa Monica Blvd. Admission is free. For informa- tion or to RSVP, call (323)848- 6460, or e-mail to [email protected]. 12 January 7, 2010 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

quality, organic, and locally with their busy schedules. The Jazz Brunch sourced ingredients. Choose one of salad menu favorites include the RESTAURANT the Chef’s menu creations or select vegetarian, and the herb- marinated anuary’s lineup for the K-Jazz their own salad mix for the chefs to grilled chicken. JSunday Brunch promises enter- prepare. The concept allows lunch- Mixt Greens also offer an array of NEWS taining mid-day dining. Held at the goers to, create their own recipes, sandwiches served on fresh baked Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & choosing from the dozens of fresh breads. The menu changes four Spa, the brunch happens every ingredients available, along with times a year for seasonal freshness Sunday from 11:00am – 2:00pm. flavorful house-made dressings with ingredients sourced from envi- Hollywood, Ramsay has trans- On January 10, join the Banda that are made fresh daily. Mixt ronmentally responsible and sus- Wine and Dine formed the front dining area of the Brothers as they cover jazz classics Greens also offers teas and lemon- tainable sources. The San Francisco Weekend in Half acclaimed restaurant into and bring some original material to ades that are made from scratch. Chronicle has voted Mixt Greens Boxwood Café by Gordon the brunch table. On Sunday, Executive Chef Andrew Swallow the ‘Best Healthy Lunch in the Bay Moon Bay Ramsay, a more relaxed, everyday January 17, Louisiana native John draws on nearly fifteen years in the Area.’ Committed to providing eatery that resonates with the casu- Beasley, who has toured with Miles restaurant business. A graduate of ‘transparent’, healthy food choices, al dining scene. The venue, opened Davis, will add some snap to your the Culinary Institute of America, Mixt Greens has added a nutrition eginning January 15, the Ritz- eggs Benedict. Jazz Brunch is BCarlton, Half Moon Bay will in November, captures the stylish he has cooked at New York City’s ‘calculator’ to its website providing spirit of Gordon Ramsay’s first and $34.95 for adults, $16.95 for chil- Gramercy Tavern and the Ajax customers with the nutritional debut a weekend-long “Fire and dren under 12. For a full schedule Wine Experience” with three days only other Boxwood Café, opened Tavern in Aspen, Colorado. information for menu items. in 2003 at the Berkeley hotel in and more details, call (323)856- Swallow wanted to bring his pas- Open Monday-Friday from of festivities, wine-making classes, 1200. Renaissance Hollywood and dining experiences highlight- Knightsbridge, London. At The sion for creating fine food into a 10:30am to 3:00pm. London West Hollywood, Hotel & Spa, 1755 N. Highland quick-service, casual dining envi- Prices will range from $7.95 to ing the local wines and culinary Ave. aspects of coastal Half Moon Bay Boxwood Café offers an approach- ronment where people have the $11.95 for salads and $6.95 for and the Santa Cruz Mountains. The able menu highlighting fresh, time to enjoy a high-quality meal, sandwiches. Visit weekend will include complimen- local, seasonal ingredients, with Music and Happy that’s healthy, affordable and fits in www.mixtgreens.com. tary admission to event classes and both conjoined restaurants led by workshops. On Friday evening Executive Chef Andy Cook. Hour at Falcon there is a tasting menu featuring the Boxwood Café offers breakfast award winning wines of Silver Oak and all-day dining, as well as after- ednesday night is the right Bottega Louie a Best Bet of The Year presented at Navio restaurant. At noon tea and weekend brunch. The Wtime for music and cheap eats the same time, a Silver Oak private café is open Monday through at Falcon. Local talent does reserve dinner will be held in the Friday, 6:3am -10:30pm, Saturday acoustic sets in the comfortable liv- oceanfront resort’s “Fireplace and Sunday, 7:00am- 10:30pm. ing room from 9:00pm-close. You Room”, offering an exclusive din- Call (310) 358-7788. The London can listen while you eat dinner, ing experience with Chef Xavier West Hollywood hotel, 1020 N. served from 7:00pm-11:00pm, or Salomon and a representative from San Vicente Blvd. opt for happy hour goodies from Silver Oak Cellars. Also on Friday, 7:00pm – 9:00pm. There’s half beginning at 6:00pm and continu- price pizza all night, and the low- ing through the evening, an out- priced drink list includes $2 domes- door hot chocolate bar and s’mores Krupp Brothers tic beers, $3 imported beer, $4 will be offered at the resort’s fire house wine and $7 specialty cock- pits. On Saturday, January 16, Wine Dinner at tails. Call (323)850-5350. Falcon, workshops and classes will feature Zucca Ristorante 7213 Sunset Blvd. an introduction to making your own wine, wine blending, and s’mores. Saturday dining high- n January 28, enjoy a festive New Gourmet lights will include a festive “Flights Oevening of good wine, food of Champagne” lunch and a “Black and conversation at Zucca Lunch Spot Hits Truffle Wine Pairing Dinner” at Ristorante. Savor wines from Photo by Vam Cheung Navio. On Sunday, the event will Krupp Brothers Vineyard in Napa Downtown White walls and golden accents brighten Bottega Louie, a palatial end with a gala brunch featuring Valley paired with a six-course downtown restaurant with gorgeous architecture and great food . wine from Santa Cruz Mountain tasting menu at this Patina Group ixt Greens, an award-winning wineries such as Thomas Fogarty classic restaurant. The menu Mrestaurant concept founded in Winery, Big Basin Vineyards, includes heirloom tomato San Francisco in 2005, will open a itysearch recently named Bottega Louie one of the best restau- Burrell School Vineyards & bruschetta paired with prosecco, location at 2 California Plaza on Crants in Los Angeles for 2009 and Amy Lyons, restaurant Winery, and Stage Left Cellars. Hudson Valley foie gras, brioche January 14. The new Mixt Greens is reviewer for the Park LaBrea News and Beverly Press, agrees. The Culinary and tasting events are French toast with orange marsanne centrally located in the heart of Los restaurant boasts Pristine white walls trimmed at the top with metic- priced from $110 - $265 per person reduction, sweet potato gnocchi, Angeles’ business district and cul- ulously crafted crown moulding and highlighted with golden brass – call (650) 712-7040. For room wild mushroom ragoût and more. tural center, adjacent to Disney touches. 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simply for waistline watching. Side it with garlic spinach and Posh Patio Dining at your meal will be complete. Of course, the menu here has all the Italian staples you’d expect, including a divine Italian wedding Dominick’s soup, a playful meatball sand- wich, a rich, homemade fettuccine carbonara and ricotta gnocchi. Steak and seafood get no short shrift here. moist offering bathed in a white BY AMY LYONS Those seeking great wine only wine sauce and topped with a gen- need ask their waiter or waitress, s it the fire crackling away in erous helping of capers, the fish is who will happily help you pair Ithe fireplace, the softly burning your meal with offerings from the sea of votive candles, or the extensive wine list. Martinis and strings of tiny white lights wink- The tomatoes specialty cocktails are a must ing overhead? Maybe it’s the here, especially if you’re sitting at exposed brick and careful place- and mushrooms the dark wood bar in front. ment of olive trees throughout. On the sweet side, the chocolate Whatever it is, the enclosed patio have a smoky, panna cotta will cure your sugar at Dominick’s is as comfortable as cravings for at least a week. The an old friend’s backyard, with the singed quality small size is deceiving – just three added bonus of having great food bites of this little round disc of and cozy but sophisticated touch- heavenly sweetness and you’ll be es of ambiance all around. that warms up done for the night. It’s served with Established in 1948, a caramel sauce that tempers the Dominick’s was a favorite spot of the dish. bitter dark chocolate flavor. Frank Sinatra. The dark wood bar Dominick’s positively booms and dimly lit atmosphere speak of on Sundays, when they offer a oldblue eyes so it’s easy to see three-course meal for a mere $15. flavorful and exciting, the kind of why the crooner was right at Call ahead if you want to get this seafood you order for fun, not home in this place. deal – it’s the best $15 you can The patio is the place to be at Dominick’s, as evidenced by the capacity crowd there on a recent Monday night. Around 7:30pm, the atmospheric space was quiet, with a few full tables and a low hum of conversation. An hour photo courtesy of Dominick’s later, there were no available The griilled artichoke has a smoky flavor that lingers on the taste buds. tables, but the place didn’t feel particularly crowded. The low hum jumped to a spirited sympho- possibly spend if fine food is one spot, and there’s a deli counter ny of banter, fittingly backed by of your priorities. there, serving the freshest hot and upbeat music. In short, if you’re There’s also Little Dom’s at cold sandwiches along with other going for a romantic evening, go 2128 Hillhurst Ave., just a few Italian delights to go. early and snag a spot by the fire- blocks south of Los Feliz Dominick’s, 8715 Beverly place, if you’re meeting friends or Boulevard. Brought to you by the Blvd., West Hollywood. Call shooting for a more festive night owner’s of Dominick’s, this (310)652-2335. on the town, head to Dominick’s photo courtesy of Dominick’s smaller restaurant is a scaled Call Little Dom’s at (323)661- closer to the 9:00pm hour. You The patio is all a-glitter at night, with piazza lights, candles and a brick down version of the bigger hot 0055. have three options for gathering – enclosed fire. a bar in front, an indoor dining room, or the enclosed patio. I say keep walking until you hit the patio, but options are a good thing. No matter where you sit, you’re guaranteed great Italian cuisine, Happy Hour fine wine and fun cocktails. Start Pizza with the fresh mozzarella, roasted Restaurant Tomatoes, and grilled mush- Monday-Saturday 3pm-7pm & 9pm-Close rooms. This caprese salad with a twist is certainly a unique take on EAT HERE OR TO GO the classic Italian appetizer. The Dinners • Sandwiches tomatoes and mushrooms have a Salads • Beer • Wine smoky, singed quality that warms $ 00 up the dish and gives it the heft of 2 Off $2 Off a flame-grilled main course. The any large pizza Featuring generous rounds of buffalo moz- with this coupon Wines by the Glass zarella make it a two-person job. • Live Piano & A heaping portion of fresh arugu- $ 00 la tops the dish, fresh greens driz- 1 Off Vocals Draft Beers zled in a divine balsamic dressing. any medium pizza Hints of pepper and other season- with this coupon Wed-Sun Specialty Cocktails ing turn this familiar salad into a surprising new treat. The white 716 N. Highland Ave. 6:30-9:30pm • Mojitos fish picatta is the perfect light fol- WE DELIVER! low-up and a study in freshness. A 323-462-1344 • Sunday Brunch • Hand-Shaken Margaritas

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Damage to the vehicle was esti- POLICE BLOTTER mated at about $1,000. Suspects Sought in Murder December 29 of 70-Year-Old Hotel Manager The following information was reported to the West Hollywood Sheriff’s At a clothing store in the 300 block Station between December 23 and December 30, 2009. If you are a victim of of Robertson at 2:15pm, an os Angeles Police woman bleeding on the floor. a crime, here are the telephone numbers of local law enforcement agencies; unknown suspect stole a cellular LDepartment detectives are Paramedics rushed her to the Los Los Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (323)485-4022 and Los phone, valued at $450, from on top searching for information about Angeles County USC Medical Angeles County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855- of a display case where the victim the murder of a Japanese hotel Center where she died a short 8850. had left it unattended. manager in her 70’s, whom wit- time later. nesses discovered bleeding in the “The motive in this crime is At 5:15pm, an unknown Hispanic second-floor office of the not immediately apparent,” An unknown suspect stole a bicy- male suspect stole a wallet contain- WEST HOLLYWOOD Chetwood Hotel, located at 411 E Vernon said. “But we are fortu- SHERIFFʼS PROPERTY cle, valued at about $2,000, from ing cards, identification and about the garage area of a residence in $70 from the counter of a restau- 4th St. on the morning of January nate in downtown that people are CRIMES the 1300 block of Harper. rant in the 8600 block of Santa 5. very forthcoming with tips and Monica, where a victim had inad- “It is so rare and all the more information, especially when December 23 An unknown suspect stole $150 vertently left it. tragic to find a woman in her sev- such an innocent victim is cash from a victimʼs wallet at enties murdered,” said Lt. Paul involved.” At10:10am, an unknown suspect 9:30pm at a restaurant in the 9000 An unknown suspect stole a Vernon, who heads up the detec- This murder is the first of the stole a locked bicycle, valued at block of Santa Monica. womenʼs bicycle, valued at $250, tive division in downtown. “We year in downtown. There were $647, from the bike rack in front of from an open garage in the 1000 have very little information to go five homicides downtown in a business in the 1000 block of La December 27 block of Croft at 7:00pm. 2009, which was the lowest sin- Brea. on, but we hope someone saw or heard something.” gle year in over 20 years. During the night, unknown burglars December 30 Detectives did not release the The Chetwood Hotel is is a December 24 broke into a business in the 8700 block of Beverly. Nothing appeared At 12:15 pm, an unknown suspect nature of the woman’s injuries, small, 3-story hotel that caters to Japanese tourists visiting Little An unknown suspect stole a bronze to be stolen, but damage was esti- stole the spare tire from the rear of but did acknowledge that no gun statue, valued at about $4,000, mated at about $1,200. an SUV parked in the 600 block of was used. The woman’s name Tokyo. “We rarely, if ever, have from a pedestal near the front door Croft. The loss was estimated at was not released pending notifi- calls for police at this hotel,” Lt. of a gallery in the 300 block of At 4:30 pm, 1200 block of Crescent about $900. cation of her family. Vernon added. Robertson at 11:00am. Heights. A victim reported that a Around 11:30am a hotel resi- Anyone with information is box containing a medical device, During the week, ten suspects dent inquired at the manager’s asked to call Central homicide At 3:00pm, a victim reported that valued at about $36,200, which had were arrested for theft or burglary office and found the elderly detectives at (213) 972-1254. while he was out of town, an been delivered and left outside his after being observed shoplifting at unknown burglar entered his apart- residence in the 1200 block of local markets and retail businesses. ment in the 900 block of Sweetzer Crescent Heights, had been stolen and stole a sound amplifier valued by an unknown thief. During the week, five vehicles were at about $400. burglarized by unknown suspects. ʻLove Guruʼ Pirate  December 28 Total estimate of damage and arti- December 25 cles taken was $6,450. Pleads Guilty The manager of a business in the    An unknown suspect stole a wallet 7100 block of Santa Monica report- During the week, one vehicle was stolen by an unknown thief. Four suspect charged with upload- containing several credit cards and ed at 9:00am that an unknown sus- ing a prerelease version of the 0I8DC0A HI0I4 0C3 2DBBP identification from inside a victimʼs pect had stolen an envelope con- reported stolen vehicles were A $C8IS DG60C8T0I8DCH 0G4 A403 taining about $1,914 from a safe in recovered and the owners notified. movie “The Love Guru” to a web- purse at 12:59am in a bar in the site operated by a piracy group that 8C6 0 B0HH8Q4 455DGI ID 7867A867I 9000 block of Santa Monica. the business office. 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Wynhausen becomes 8C9PG43 8AA DG DI74GR8H4 PC01A4 the second person charged in rela- ID HE40@ 5DG SDPGH4A5 SDPG n January 5, Sale Trotter Case tion to the theft of the screener and 740AI720G4 EGDQ834G DG A460A G4E O“Casey” Johnson, the 30-year- its subsequent posting on the G4H4CI0I8Q4 B0S G4FP4HI 8C5DG old heiress to the Johnson & Internet. Paramount Pictures was Johnson fortune, was found dead in B0I8DC 5GDB I74 HI0I4R834 G46 set to release the movie “The Love 8HIGS G460G38C6 SDPG 740AI720G4 her home in the 900 block of North Guru” in theaters on June 20, 2008. Orlando Avenue. According to court documents, a "C 0C ! SDP 34H86C0I4 0C The Los Angeles County screener copy to promote the movie Department of Coroner conducted was prepared for the NBC program 8C38Q83P0A R7DB SDP 38G42I ID an autopsy on Johnson’s body later “The Tonight Show”. When the 20GGS DPI SDPG R8H74H G460G38C6 that same day, but will not release movie was being copied by a com- 27D824 D5 7DHE8I0A SDPG 3D2IDG findings on the cause of death, photo courtesy of LAPD HPEEDGI HI055 IG40IB4CI 0C3 Tamara Flowers and Mark Jones allegedly sent cocaine by mail. pany hired by Paramount Pictures, pending the results of toxicological Yates, who at the time was an 4C3D5A854 8HHP4H 85 SDP 142DB4 tests and microscopic studies that employee of the unidentified com- PC01A4 ID HE40@ 5DG SDPGH4A5 have been ordered by the deputy he Los Angeles County large amount of cocaine was pany, illegally made a copy of the !40AI720G4 EGDQ834GH BPHI 5DA medical examiner. TSheriff’s Department has seized, and a federal arrest war- movie. Yates later distributed the There will be no final ruling as to issued a special bulletin in hopes rant has been issued for Flowers ADR SDPG 64CIVH 8CHIGP2I8DCH copy of the film to others, who pro- (74 H86C85820C24 D5 70Q8C6 0C the cause and manner of death until of finding suspects Tamara Kito and Jones in the case. vided the movie to Wynhausen. the requested test results have been Flowers and Mark Randall Jones, Flowers, a 43-year-old ! 20CCDI 14 DQ4GHI0I43 Wynhausen uploaded the movie on %G8Q02S A0RH 0C3 A8018A8IS 8HHP4H received and reviewed in context who are responsible for distribut- African-American female, is June 19 and 20, 2008. Wynhausen with the autopsy findings. It is ing large amounts of cocaine to described as five-feet-six-inches is expected to make his next court 70Q4 B034 8I 8C2G40H8C6AS 38558 anticipated that this process may various parts of the country via tall, weighing 130 pounds. Jones, appearance in late January. He 2PAI 5DG 3D2IDGH 0C3 7DHE8I0AH ID take 6 to 8 weeks. Anatomical find- the United States Postal Service a 45-year-old African-American could have received a maximum 38H2PHH B43820A B0II4GH R8I7 ings showed no evidence of trauma (USPS). In June 2008, the male is described as six-feet tall, statutory penalty of three years in 50B8AS B4B14GH U 4Q4C 0 to the body. Narcotics Bureau Parcel and weighing 210 pounds. federal prison, but officials have HEDPH4 DG E0G4CI- Johnson was the daughter of New Cargo Narcotics Enforcement Anyone with information on taken into account his cooperation DCH4FP4CIAS R8I7DPI 0C York Jets owner Woody Johnson, as Team (PACNET), along with either of these suspects is encour- during the investigation, and prose- ! 8I B0S 14 I74 2DPGIH DG well as a well-known Los Angeles USPS inspectors served several aged to call Los Angeles County cutors have agreed that an appropri- socialite and fiancée of reality TV search warrants in Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department Detective 7DHE8I0A 03B8C8HIG0IDGH 34I4G ate sentence is three years of proba- B8C8C6 SDPG 20G4 star Tila Tequila. and San Bernadino Counties. A Tom Logrecco at (213)276-4431. tion. Hit-and-run Driver Flees, Passenger Dies       passenger died as a result of scene. That driver is now being )' %  ($( Ainjuries sustained in a hit-and- investigated for felony hit and run  )8AH78G4 AQ3 run on the the I-10 Freeway East and driving under the influence of near La Brea Avenue on January 3. alcohol.     'P8I4 23 At approximately 3:25am on The right front passanger in the #DH C64A4H  33 January 3, a BMW collided with BMW died of injuries sustained in "2#:33 another car at a high speed. The the crash at approximately 4:55am.                other vehicle flipped, eventually The right rear passenger in the blocking the on ramp at La Brea BMW and the driver of the other %!&% Avenue. The driver of the BMW vehicle sustained moderate   (!0!# exited the vehicle and fled the injuries. )1&(" Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 15 January 7, 2010

Dodgersʼ Cactus Leauge Tix on Sale LAPD to Hosts Forum for LGBT Community ingle-game tickets for the Day” at CBR-G when berm tick- he Los Angeles Police SLos Angeles Dodgers Cactus ets are available to children for TDepartment is holding a com- League season at Camelback $3, except for the Sunday, March munity forum in January to discuss Ranch in Glendale, Arizona 7 game.In addition, group dis- issues pertinent to the members of (CBR-G) go on sale on Saturday, counts, season ticket packages the lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans- January 9 at 10:00am. and tickets to luxury suites and gender (LGBT) community Several discounts are avail- “party areas” are also available. The forum will be held on able, including single-game dis- The Dodgers and the Chicago Wednesday, January 27 from 6:00 counts for seniors, active and White Sox share the facility, and to 8:00pm at the Los Angeles Gay retired members of the military, play at CBR-G every day from and Lesbian Center’s Village at the and students. Half-price tickets March 5–31. The two teams face Ed Gould Plaza. The LGBT forum are available for those fans for each other in the opener on will provide insight into communi- every Tuesday and Wednesday Friday, March 5. ty’s concerns, and is an essential game in five seat categories, Tickets are $10 to $42, and are communication link between the including baseline, field box, available at all Ticketmaster LAPD and the LGBT community, infield box, baseline reserved locations, by calling (800)745- according to LAPD Chief Charlie and berm seats. 3000, or visit www.ticketmas- Beck, who is expected to attend the All other games are discount- ter.com. For information on forum. ed $2 per ticket for seniors, Dodgers 2010 Cactus League The Village at the Ed Gould members of the military and stu- baseball, visit www.camelback- Plaza is located at 1125 North dents. Every Sunday is “Kids’ ranchbaseball.com McCadden Pl. To RSVP or for information, contact the LAPD’s photo courtesy of LA Gay and Lesbian Center LBGT forum coordinator, Patricia The LAPD will host a forum at the LA Gay and Lesbian Centerʼs Village NCJW Raises Human Traffic Awareness Luevanos, at (213) 486-6000. at Ed Gould Plaza to discuss issues pertinent to LGBT people.

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ʻSounds of Speedʼ Keren Cytter New ʻHammer Projectsʼ Artist

he Hammer Museum presents Extend Stay at Petersen Tan exhibit titled “Hammer Projects: Keren Cytter” running through April 4. Cytter makes films that portray characters in complicated relation- ships, simultaneously connected and alienated from one another. Her work is inspired by direct experi- ences and the observation of her surroundings, as well as soap operas and science fiction, and the films, plays and novels of Alfred Hitchcock, John Cassavetes, Roman Polanski, Jack Smith, Jorge Luis Borges, Tennessee Williams and Samuel Beckett. photo courtesy of the Hammer Museum Cytter’s film “Les Karen Cytterʼs work is featured at the Hammer Museum as part of the Ruissellements Du Diable (The “Hammer Projects” series, which focuses on the work of emerging artists. Devil’s Stream)” takes the short story by Argentinean author Julio Cortázar as its inspiration, and narratives, and the relationships at tionship to role-playing. examines questions of perception, the heart of Tennessee Williams’ “Hammer Projects” is a series of memory and the validity of docu- plays. exhibitions focusing on the work of mentary in photography. Loosely structured on emerging artists. “Four Seasons”, in which two of Cassavetes’s film “Opening Night”, The Hammer Museum is located Cytter’s acquaintances play the lead Cytter’s untitled work revolves at 10899 Wilshire Blvd. For infor- roles, is a melodrama with refer- around the life of an actress and mation, call (310)443-7000, or visit ences to absurdist theater, surrealist explores notions of identity in rela- www.hammer.ucla.edu.

photo courtesy of the Petersen Automotive Museum The “Sounds of Speed” exhibit will remain at the Petersen Museum until April 25.

The Petersen Automotive Museum has announced that due to popu- lar demand, the “Sounds of Speed’ Exhibit has been extended through April 25. “Sounds of Speed” highlights the relationship that car culture and music have developed over the decades. From “The Beach Boys” recordings to “The Fast and the Furious” soundtrack, the albums dis- played in the exhibit show how influential cars have been to the music and recording industry. Not only are cars featured in song lyrics and on album covers, but the sounds of a car, from a revving engine to a burn- ing slick, are celebrated as music. Creative uses of photography, typog- raphy, and illustration techniques preview the stories that the records hold, and the unique collection of 180 LP’s included in “Sounds of Speed” pay tribute to the graphic design from the days of vinyl records. The collection of car-themed albums was accumulated by “Speedy” Bill Smith, founder and owner of Speedway Motors, and is normally on display at the Museum of American Speed in Lincoln, Nebraska. The Petersen Automotive Museum is located at 6060 Wilshire Blvd. For information, call (323)930-2277, or visit www.petersen.org.

         

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Indian ʻHeroes and Villainsʼ Do Battle at LACMA ʻNight of Panʼ Joins Rare Film Fest ilmmaker, artist and musician successful museum exhibition and he Los Angeles County Brian Butler will premier the book “Beautiful Losers: Museum of Art (LACMA) F T short film, “Night of Pan” on Contemporary Art & Street presents “Heroes and Villains: January 16 at the opening of Culture”, which toured the world The Battle for Good in India’s “Projections”, a festival of rare and through 2008. Comics”, an exhibition com- hard to see films at the Roberts & “Some of the most inspiring prised of 53 paintings, works on Tilton Gallery, located on films I’ve ever seen have been paper, and vintage comic books Washington Boulevard between La under five minutes long. running through February 7. Cienega Boulevard and Fairfax Projections is a celebration of these On Sunday January 10 at Avenue. types of works,” Rose said. “While 2:00pm, Karline McClain, assis- the focus of this collection is most- tant professor of South Asian ly on young filmmakers, I have Religions, will discuss the also chosen to include some mas- mythological and historical “Some of the ters from the past who, for many heroes and villains of Amar most inspiring reasons, have created things that Chitra Katha, one of India’s most have moved me in some way.” beloved comic series. Author of films I’ve seen “Night of Pan” is a seven and a half the award winning study, “India’s have been minute film featuring Kenneth Immortal Comic Books: Gods, Anger and actor Vincent Gallo. In Kings and Other Heroes”, under five the film, Anger, Gallo and Butler McClain will offer insight into minutes.” depict a ritual that symbolizes the the stylistic, editorial and ideo- death of ego in the process of spiri- logical basis of the comics. --Aaron Rose tual attainment. Butler is a multi- Artist and Curator disciplinary artist who creates “We have the works around dark magical “Projections”, which runs from themes. unique January 16 through February 20, is The Roberts & Tilton Gallery is opportunity to curated by Aaron Rose, an artist, located at 5801 Washington Blvd. film director, writer and musician For information, visit www.robert- consider this most noted as the co-curator of the sandtilton.com. contemporary art form in rela- tion to South and Southeast Asian art.”

--Julie Romain “Heroes and Villains” Exhibit Curator

The exhibit examines the lega- cy of India’s divine heroes and heroines in contemporary South photo courtesy of LACMA Asian culture through the comic Saumin Patelʼs “Devi Vanquishes Bala” is one of the pieces included book genre. in the exhibit at LACMA. Indian comic book superheroes and their arch enemies are visual- ized from ancient archetypes that Villains” examines the history of exhibit curator Julie Romain have long been depicted in tradi- the comic book in India from the said. tional painting and sculpture, and 1960s through the present, and A selection from LACMA’s are deeply ingrained in India’s explores the evolution of early historical collection of Indian history. Indian comics, which were mod- paintings is also on view, includ- In contemporary comic books, eled on American superhero ing folios from Mughal illustrat- Indian gods and goddesses are comics. ed manuscripts, paintings and modern-day superheroes, exist- “Here at LACMA we have the drawings from the northern ing on Earth to vanquish evil unique opportunity to consider this Indian states, and story-telling forces. Demons take the form of contemporary art form in relation to paintings from central India. modern villains, raising havoc in our extensive historical collection For information, call modern times. “Heroes and of South and Southeast Asian art,” (323)857-6000. Famous Conductor, Pianist Return to LA Phil ritish conductor Bramwell BTovey returns to Walt Disney Concert Hall on January 7, 8 and 10 to lead the Los Angeles Philharmonic and internationally renowned pianist André Watts. Though both Tovey and Watts have worked frequently with the L.A. Phil, the concerts mark the first time the two have performed together. The Thursday and Sunday pro- gram opens with Ralph Vaughan Williams’ Symphony No. 2, “A London Symphony”, the compos- er’s first completely instrumental work for orchestra. All three con- certs also feature Johannes Brahms’ photo courtesy of LA Philharmonic Piano Concerto No. 2. Bramwell Tovey will direct the LA Phil at Disney Concert Hall. Tovey was appointed principal guest conductor of the Los Angeles Philharmonic at the Hollywood The Friday, January 8 perfor- mances. The “Upbeat Live” series Bowl in 2007. Watts has become mance is part of the LA Phil’s is hosted by Russell Steinberg, one of today’s most celebrated 2009/10 “Casual Fridays” series, composer, conductor, performer superstars since bursting onto the which encourages audiences and and artistic Director of the Los music world at the age of 16 when orchestra members to attend in Angeles Youth Orchestra. Leonard Bernstein chose him to comfortable attire. The concerts are Tickets are $42 - $160, available make his debut with the New York preceded by “Upbeat Live” pre-per- at the Walt Disney Concert Hall Philharmonic in the Young People’s formance discussions, which are Box Office, locatedat 11 S. Grand Concerts. He last appeared at Walt also free to ticket-holders in BP Ave., by calling (323)850-2000, or Disney Concert Hall in 2006. Hall one hour prior to the perfor- visit www.LAPhil.com. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 19 January 7, 2010

Photo L.A. Riverdance Returns to The Pantages ʻFirst Fridaysʼ Series Returns Features 200 Years to Natural History Museum of Photography he 19th Annual International TLos Angeles Photographic Art Exposition (photo l.a.) will take place from Thursday, January 14 through 17 at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium. Created by Stephen Cohen, who owns a gallery on Beverly Boulevard and is the producer of photography exhibitions around the country, photo l.a. will feature numerous examples of photograph- ic art, including works from the earliest 19th Century photographic experiments to contemporary pho- tography. In addition, photo l.a. will photo by Joan Marcus include three days of collecting For the first time in four years, Broadway L.A. presents the return of seminars, public discussions and “Riverdance” to the Pantages Theatre, running for 16 performances other programming created specifi- from Tuesday, January 12 through 24. cally to complement the exhibition. “Riverdance” is the celebration of Irish music, song and dance that photo l.a. will be open on Friday, has tapped its way onto the world stage, thrilling millions of people January 15 and 16 from 11:00am to around the globe. Composed by Bill Whelan, produced by Moya 7:00pm, and January 17 from Doherty and directed by John McColgan, “Riverdance” has played 11:0am to 6:00pm. Tickets are $20 more than 10,000 performances, and been seen live by more than for a one-day pass, $30 for a three- 22 million people throughout 40 countries. day pass and $10 for lectures. For Tickets are $25-$78 and are available by calling (800)982-ARTS or information, visit www.photola.com at www.broadwayla.org.

photo courtesy of NHM The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County will begin its “First Fridays” series with several events about spiders.

he Natural History Museum Fridays has become the stage Tof Los Angeles County where the public can count on (NHM) has announced the return topics of current relevance for our of its “First Fridays” series begin- future as Californians with the ning on Friday, January 8, focus- opportunity to ask critical ques- ing on Los Angeles in 2010. tions.” Six top local scientists will be The series begins on January 8 featured this season, including at 6:30pm with a tour titled “Meet Dr. Cheryl Y. Hayashi, Dr. the Silk Makers”, an arachnid Nathan S. Lewis, Dr. David J. tour with Brent “The Bug Guy” Anderson, Dr. Tanya Atwater, Dr. Karner, NHM’s associate manag- David A. Caron, and Dr. Andrea er of Invertebrate Living Ghez. The scientists’ work Collections. The tour will be fol- includes everything from earth- lowed by a discussion titled quakes to emotions, energy to “Spiders: The Miracle Engineers” ecosystems, and new evidence with Hayashi, a UC Riverside that suggests a massive black biology professor and MacArthur hole in our galaxy. Fellow. “After a season of looking Spiders are the unparalleled closely at Darwin and the long architects and engineers of the lasting influence of his work, we natural world, and Hayashi will introduce the basic biology of spi- “We are der silk, which has incredible mechanical properties, ranking delving into the among the strongest and toughest materials on the planet. Spider dynamic and silks are currently being devel- fascinating oped for use in everyday items such as biodegradable fishing research lines, medical sutures, and pro- happening in tective armor cloth. Every “First Friday” install- our own ment will begin with a guided backyard, tour of a different part of the NHM’s collections. Southern Following the tours, guests can California.” take part in the discussions and forums, which will be moderated --Su Oh by neuroscientist and executive NHM Director of Programs vice dean of USC, Dr. Michael Quick, who helped organize the are delving into the dynamic and series. fascinating research happening in Advanced tickets for First our own backyard, Southern Fridays will be sold at www.tick- California,” said Su Oh, director etweb.com. For information, call of the programs, education and (213) 763-DINO, or visit exhibits division of NHM. “First www.nhm.org/firstfridays. 20 January 7, 2010 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Suspect Arrested in Director’s Murder From page 3

the scene. Skaggs said investigators “He (Fructoso) lived within a Levy said administrators at the originally thought Bradley may couple of blocks of the victim, and theatre have decided to go forward have been murdered during a rob- we arrested him in that area,” with “The Ballad of Emmett Till”, bery, but later questioned Fructoso Skaggs added. “It took us only three which will open for previews on after learning about his relationship days to put this together, so things February 3 and will have its regular with Bradley. Skaggs added that happened pretty quickly. He con- opening on February 13. Levy said they are in the process of analyzing fessed to this, so it was a good Bradley would have wanted the evidence, but said investigators result.” play to go forward, and said it will believe they have recovered the Bradley’s colleagues at the be staged in Bradley’s memory. murder weapon. Fountain Theatre have been shaken Deborah Lawlor, the co-artistic Fructoso is a Mexican national, by his death. director and founder of the Fountain but Skaggs said he did not know “We are relieved we know who Theatre, said Bradley had a long whether he was in the country legal- did it, but we still don’t know why,” history of producing or directing ly or how long he had been in the said Simon Levy, producing director plays based on the struggles of United States. He said Fructoso’s for the Fountain Theatre. “We are all African Americans. Previous works citizenship status would not have confused about it, because if you Bradley was involved with included any bearing on the murder charges. know Ben, he was the last person playwright August Wilson’s “Joe you would want to do harm to. None Turner’s Come and Gone” and of us knew who this person was, so “Gem of the Ocean”. this was something that Ben obvi- “His passion was to create great ously kept to himself. We are just theatre, and the African American completely baffled by all of this.” experience creates a great avenue Bradley had been involved with for that,” Lawlor said. “He was a numerous productions at the venue wonderful man and a light for over the years, and was preparing everyone at the theatre. The audi- for the opening of a play titled “The ences, they just adored him.” Ballad of Emmett Till”, which is Levy added that Bradley was also based on the life of a young African known for cooking elaborate din- American boy who was murdered ners for the openings of his shows, in the 1950s in Mississippi during which is a tradition they hope to photo courtesy of the Fountain Theatre an incident that sparked the civil continue. Longtime theatre director Ben Bradley produced many plays based on rights movement. “He was a real Renaissance man the African American experience, and was working on an upcoming pro- “The sad irony is he was in the in that way. He was a gourmand, he duction of “The Ballad of Emmett Till” when he was murdered. final stages of rehearsal for the loved to cook and would cook these opening show of the theatre’s twen- elaborate spreads for opening ing tributes and photographs of be arraigned on the murder charges photo courtesy of the Fountain theatre tieth anniversary,” Levy said. “He nights,” Levy added. “In many Bradley and his work will be placed either on Friday or early next week. Friends said Bradley loved to was just a sweet soul. All he wanted ways, he was the public face of the on the theatre’s website in the near Fructoso is being held at the Men’s cook, and would prepare elaborate to do was please people. He was a theatre.” future. Central jail in lieu of $1 million meals for opening nights. consummate artist.” Levy said that a memorial featur- Skaggs said Fructoso will likely bail. Arts Month Celebrates Local Culture Clydesdales Appear at From page 1 Farmers Market throughout the month of January, From page 1 and indeed throughout 2010,” said Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa at a of an ongoing promotional cam- the date. There are now five kick off event at the Roy and Edna paign. They were led by Doug teams of Clydesdales that tour Disney/CalArts Theatre (RED- Bousselot, supervisor of the the country year-round. CAT). “For Los Angeles, the spir- Budweiser Clydesdales Team, Farmers Market marketing it of our city is embodied in the and joined atop the old-fash- manager Ilysha Buss said the arts and it is also the fuel that ioned beer delivery wagon by Market is a destination for many keeps our economic engine hum- “Brady” the Dalmatian. tourists and college football fans ming.” Bousselot said the visiting the Los Angeles area this A highlight of the REDCAT Budweiser/Clydesdale tradition time of year, and the Clydesdale kickoff event was a performance dates back to April 7, 1933, Team was a welcome addition. by Los Angeles Opera mezzo- when Prohibition was repealed. “We welcome tens of thou- soprano Ronnita Nicole Miller, August A. Busch Jr., the man sands of fans from each team who performed Erda’s aria credited with turning Anheuser- every year, and it’s great to see “Weiche Wotan”. Busch from a small family com- them wearing their jerseys and Among the offerings during pany into the world’s largest having a good time,” Buss said. L.A. Arts Month are the L.A. Art brewer, presented his father with “It’s also great that we were able Show at the Convention a team of Clydesdales and the to have the Clydesdales here to Center from January 21-24; red delivery wagon as a gift on celebrate the occasion.” three important Rembrandt exhi- photo by Amy Lyons bitions at the Hammer, Norton Soprano Ronnita Nicole MIller, of the L.A. Opera, performed during a Simon, and The Getty museums; ceremony to launch L.A. Arts Month on Tuesday. Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra performances highlighting 23 and 24, and a variety of local Los Angeles Councilmember American composers on January gallery offerings, including an Tom LaBonge, 4th District, who urban exhibition organized by the also chairs the council’s Arts, MAK Center. The Miracle Mile Parks and Recreation Committee, Art Walk will join the fun on has been the council’s most vocal January 16, while the Los Angeles supporter of L.A. Arts Month. County Museum of Art (LACMA) “Los Angeles is a unique city in will have free events for families that it represents art and creativity on January 18. to the world because it is home to In February, Gelson’s Markets the entertainment industry,” will continue the mission of L.A. LaBonge said. “I have to give Arts Month by featuring in-store credit to Gayle Roski for coming print and audio messages and up with the idea for L.A. Arts online sweepstakes for free annual Month. It is a great way to put a memberships to some of the city’s spotlight on all of the great art, most popular museums. whether in the performing arts, “Once Angelenos take advan- fine arts or the entertainment busi- tage of the many events, special ness, that’s on display every day offers, and reduced rates at our here in Los Angeles.” cultural institutions during L.A. Gayle Garner Roski is a cultural Arts Month, we’re confident affairs commissioner who was photo by Amy Lyons heavily involved with the plan- Mark Lieberman, of L.A. Inc. the they’ll return throughout the year and bring family and friends,” said ning of L.A. Arts Month. photo by Edwin Folven Convention and Visitors Bureau, Olga Garay, president of the Los For a full schedule of program- The Budweiser Clydesdales are part of a team that travels the coun- explained the importance of hav- Angeles Department of Cultural ming for L.A. Arts Month, visit try, appearing at special events. ing a special month of art offerings. Affairs. www.laartsmonth.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 January 7, 2010 Healthcare Providers Help the Needy From page 1 DeYoung works at Blessed Catholic Church through its foun- Sunday of each month, said he sees Sacrament as part of the Queens dation, sends nurses to locations a huge variety of problems in the Care Health & Faith Partnership including Christian churches of clients who come to him. Some (QHFP), the largest faith communi- various denominations, Jewish cannot read or understand the med- ty nursing program in California. temples, the Islamic Center of ical terminology on their hospital Despite the abundance of free med- Southern California, and social discharge orders, or know they ical clinics around Los Angeles, and services associations without any need blood sugar test strips but the notoriety these clinics garnered religious affiliation, where nurses can’t afford them. Others are dying during the height of the H1N1 sea- of chronic illnesses. son, many people, especially those “Today, a married couple came with low incomes and without “I don’t want to in to see me,” Wright said. “The insurance, remain unsure about wife is a waitress making minimum how to access health care. In an do high tech wage and working twenty hours a effort to direct these people to the nursing, I want week. The husband is a day laborer, resources available, QHFP sends and stands on the street hoping to nurses like DeYoung to provide to deal with get hired. He had out of control regular health consultations at people.” hypertension, but didn’t know that places of worship around the Los you could get medication at free Angeles area, providing a way into clinics. She just needed eyeglasses. the health care system through a - Nurse Tim Wright, So those are two happy campers trusted and safe location. of the Queens Care Health & now.” “What we do is so unique, Faith Partnership Though Wright is an because we’re paying for RN’s to Episcopalian, he said he enjoys open up a little shop and encourage working in any religious setting. people to get treated,” said refer clients to a network of seven “To me, the setting fits with nurs- Elizabeth Dixon, director of WHFP. clinics that treat low-income, unin- ing, because in these settings and in “We want to serve people where sured patients. my job, we are trying to understand they are comfortable, and places of “The idea is that if people are our own mortality. I don’t want to worship are places that are trusted sick and uninsured, they show up do high tech nursing, I want to deal at their places of worship,” said with people. Here, people come in in the community.” photo by Ian Lovett Tim Wright, another QHFP nurse. here and tell me their stories. I work Queens Care Heath & Faith Yolanda M. Lichtman, director of social services at Blessed Sacrament Partnership began operations in “Pastors can pray for them, but in a community with lots of illegal Church in Hollywood, was joined by some of the clients on Tuesday. 1992, under the name Hollywood they can’t direct them to a dentist. immigrants, and I’ve treated people Health Partnership, a health min- That’s where we kick in. They who were on the run. I don’t ask istry run out of Queen of Angles come in and we listen to them and questions, I just try to get them said. “You go through the doors jail.” Hollywood Presbyterian Medical try to figure out what their problem safely treated.” and the first thing you see are two Many of the clients, however, Center. During the last 15 years, is.” DeYoung said many of her big security guards, which is not trust DeYoung enough to consult both the organization and public Wright, who works at a number clients at Blessed Sacrament also the most welcoming sight in the her with their health problems. health needs have undergone a of different churches around Los feel unsafe seeking treatment. world, especially since with a lot of After she had booked his doctor’s number of transformations, and Angeles, including St. Thomas the “Have you ever been to homeless people, their only experi- appointment, Willie grabbed her today QHFP, though still tied to the Apostle in Hollywood on the first Hollywood mental health?” she ence with police is being taken to hand, thanking her. “She is just so wonderful,” he said. “I see her every day. When I’m in here, and when I see her, I Elvis Portraits Will be Featured at Museum City Attorney just feel more comfortable. If she tells me I need to see the doctor, I’ll From page 6 From page 4 go.” pancake bites, honoring Elvis’s Me” with Elvis. movie, you would swear he was in his gall bladder removed, but the favorite banana and peanut butter York, a Sherman Oaks resident love with you,” York said. thing he is most relieved about is Answers From Page 15 combination. There will also be who still works in Hollywood, said “Even now, when I see him in it isn’t cancer.” BBQ, Elvis karaoke, Elvis trivia Elvis was a man with a “sparkling movies, I get very sad. I know how Franklin said Trutanich and a double-feature of Elvis films, sense of humor.” the public feels, but imagine if you returned to work the day after he “Elvis ’56” and “Jailhouse Rock”. “We had some camera trouble knew him personally. He was a was originally released from the “All of the historians we consult- one day and in between the shots he beautiful human being. When they hospital. The diagnosis wasn’t ed suggested we show ‘Elvis 56’ would blow in my ear to make me say ‘Elvis lives’ I believe he made by physicians at Cedars- because it is a film about his break- laugh,” York said. “When the direc- does…in everyone’s hearts.” Sinai until last weekend. through year,” said Margot Gerber, tor asked us to do the shot again, For more information about Franklin added that Trutanich a spokesperson for American Elvis said ‘shucks, I could do this “Elvis at 21: Photographs by Alfred hopes to only be away from the Cinematheque. “And, of course, all day.’” Wertheimer” visit www.grammy- office for a short period. ‘Jailhouse Rock’ is one of the most York went on to say that Elvis museum.org or call (213)765-6800. “He’s anxious to get this done beloved Elvis films of all time. was more handsome in person than The museum is located at 800 W. as soon as possible,” Franklin Joining the festivities at the on screen. She called him a true Olympic Blvd. said. Egyptian will be Francine York, an professional, and a warm person. actress who appeared in “Tickle “When he sang to you for a

photo © Alfred Wertheimer. All rights reserved A photo of Elvis Presley in 1956 titled “The Kiss” is one of the iconic pic- tures that will be displayed. 22 January 7, 2010 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Film Commission Considered From page 3 tance of a marketing campaign for The Los Angeles Economic District, who co-sponsored the the city,” Fair said. “The loss of Development Corporation estimat- motion, spoke of the economic production to other states is no ed that 9,400 jobs in the film indus- boon the film industry has provid- longer just a trickling effect. It’s a try were lost between 2008 and ed to other sectors of the economy. crisis for union members and other 2009. This number, however, only “Tourism is such a big draw to industry workers. People are not includes motion picture and sound California,” LaBonge said. “And losing their jobs so much, but L.A. recording jobs in Los Angeles, and the film industry is a big draw for is losing those workers. So we wel- does not incorporate jobs from Los Angeles. I was on Larchmont come the city’s approach to find businesses that rely on the film Boulevard the other day, and I saw marketing opportunities with industry. Los Angeles City these guys with a big binder, full of FilmL.A. and with other entities.” Councilman Tom LaBonge, 4th pictures from movies. They want- ed to see where Laurel and Hardy went down the stairs with the piano. They wanted to see where all these movies were filmed.” The motion will now go to the Los Angeles Chief Legislative Analyst, who will report to the Jobs and Business Development Committee in two weeks. In the meantime, Garcetti said he will work with some of the other coun- cilmembers to try to figure out the best design for the new commis- sion. He said he wants a “Film Czar,” to serve as executive direc- tor, working inside city hall with photo by Amy Lyons the commission and the city coun- The taxi drivers are receiving the shots on a voluntary basis, but cil, and hopes to get high powered, perhaps retired stars to help with many have expressed interest, according to Michael Calin, who initi- marketing, naming Sherry Lansing ated the program. as an example of someone he would like to get involved. “We hope to have the L.A. Film Commission up and running in two Taxi Companies Offer Flu to three months,” Garcetti said. “There has never been a better time to film in Los Angeles. We have Shots to Their Drivers the new state tax credit, neighbor- From page 1 hoods are more open than they have been in a while, the mayor is the vaccination, and the program still encouraging everyone to get very supportive. And there’s the would continue as long as neces- vaccinated. photo by Edwin Folven weather. Just look outside. Why sary until every driver who wants Bruce Gillman, a spokesman Film shoots were once common in Los Angeles, but fewer productions would you want to film anywhere a flu shot receives one. There are for the Los Angeles Department have been shot on location in the city in recent years. else?” no plans to have signs placed in of Transportation (LADOT), cabs notifying the public whether which licenses and regulates taxi a driver has received a vaccina- companies, said city officials tion, but Calin said extra steps are were impressed that the taxi com- Cell Towers Not Wanted on Apartment Building being taken to ensure the general panies took steps to initiate the public’s health. The taxi compa- vaccination program. From page 1 nies that are participating in the “The city is supportive, and the program include Bell Cab, LADOT is very pleased that dri- years ago, but the science caught In addition to health risks, the Councilmember Paul Koretz, 5th Checker Cab, Yellow Cab, City vers are able to receive these up. We don’t want to see that hap- neighbors had a long list of reasons District, has been on the side of the Cab, United Independent, inoculations,” Gillman said. pen here. There are always alterna- why the equipment should not be community since the summer, and Beverly Hills Cab, Checker Cab “Anytime a private company can tives to residential areas and school placed on top of the Burton Way was a key player in the Carthay of San Pedro, United offer something like this that can sites.” apartment building, including the Square case. Bussel said Koretz’s Independent of protect the pub- The Los Angeles Unified School fact that numerous alternative sites support was important to the cause. the San Fer- lic, it’s a win-win District (LAUSD) and the Los for the equipment exist a few “His senior staff has repeatedly nando Valley, “It’s important for everyone.” Angeles County Board of blocks away, which include the expressed opposition to the project and the because these Vince Vas- Supervisors have both adopted res- public right of way, a large public and took a very active role in over- Independent Ta- quez, the assis- olutions that call for the Federal parking structure, numerous com- turning a similar application,” xi Operators drivers are in tant operations Communications Commission’s mercial buildings, and other non- Bussel said. Association manager for Los Telecommunications Act of 1996 residential areas. For six months, Koretz said he is glad for both the (ITOA). close contact Angeles Checker to be amended to give more author- the neighbors distributed flyers, Carthay Circle neighborhood win The cab com- with the Cab Company, ity to local governments to regulate sent e-mails, mailed letters of and Tuesday’s decision by Zutler. panies partnered added that all of cellular towers and related wireless opposition, and conducted a neigh- “We are thrilled that the Zoning with Norton public.” the company’s facilities on the basis of their health borhood gathering. Administrator has agreed with our Medical Ind- 500 to 600 dri- and environmental effects. Los Angeles City position that all neighborhoods ustries to supply -Vince Vasquez, assistant vers have been deserve protection from visual the vaccina- operations manager for notified about the blight including cell phone sites,” tions. Norton, Los Angeles Checker Cab vaccinations, and Koretz said. “That gives us two which provides that each of them great triumphs in this important drug testing for have a rotating cause. A wireless company’s con- taxi drivers, received the vaccina- day when they are stationed at the venience is not sufficient grounds to tions from the State of California. airport, giving them time to deface an apartment building with The cost of the vaccinations, receive the vaccinations. Checker cellular equipment, which degrades which is approximately $10 each, Cab serves the Hollywood and the quality of life of an apartment.” will be split among the nine taxi West Hollywood areas, in addi- Gene Krischner, who led the companies. tion to other parts of Los appeal in the Carthay Circle case, “To my knowledge, this is the Angeles. said he is grateful for another win, first time anything like this has “With the shaking of hands and but frustrated that there is no uni- been done with taxis,” said Dr. the exchange of money, the flu form policy in place to ban cellular Marshall Zablen, a spokesperson can be passed pretty easily, so it’s equipment near schools. for Norton Medical Industries. important for drivers to get vacci- “We now have several coun- “Safety is the main issue, and I nations,” Vasquez said. “We also cilmembers involved, including saw there was a need and we have accounts with hospitals in Rosendahl, Koretz, Parks and could fill it. We will continue the area to pick-up patients, Hahn, but there needs to be a mora- until all of the need has been met, including Cedars-Sinai. It’s torium on these things,” Krischner and if there are any left over vac- important because these drivers said. cinations, they will get returned are in close contact with the pub- Bussel agreed, adding that if no to the State of California.” lic.” uniform policy is put in place to More than 360 people died Calin said the LAX location stop the proliferation of cellular from the H1N1 flu in California was chosen because of the high photo by Amy Lyons equipment, neighbors will have to in 2009, according to the Centers volume of taxis that serve the air- Neighborhood activist Ari Bussel (right) helped organize members of his keep fighting the projects “piece- for Disease Control and port. The vaccinations will con- meal”. be there to protect the com- community to fight the proliferation of cellular phone towers in the area. Prevention. 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