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16 Pages Thursday, December 17, 2020 ◆ Pacific Palisades, California $1.50 Lighting the Menorah Mixed-Use Project at Former Jack in the Box Site Moves Forward

By LILY TINOCO Reporter

he Planning and Land Use Management Committee of Tthe Los Angeles City Council held a public hearing telephonically on Tuesday, December 8, to consider appeals and findings for the dem- olition of a former Jack in the Box site and construction of a mixed- use property at 17346 West Sunset Boulevard. The LA City Planning Com- mission previously voted and unanimously approved the project during a meeting in August. The five-story project, pro- Jack in the Box site Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer posed by developer Michael Aminpour, will consist of 32,225 committed by the City Planning … there are at least 24 affordable square feet of mixed-use devel- Commission with regards to the units and probably more,” Dono- Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer opment—breaking down into 39 appeal points raised. van said. “On this basis alone, the Rabbi Zushe Cunin of Chabad of Pacific Palisades and his son Mordichai light the menorah on the dwelling units, 2,900 square feet “As provided in staff’s letter, CPC decision should be reversed.” first night of Chanukah on Thursday, December 10. Although the annual Palisades Village Menorah of commercial use and 49 parking the proposed commercial and resi- The representative of the ap- Lighting was canceled due to COVID-19, Chabad offered a Chanukah mobile that has circulated for spaces. Four of the residential units dential uses in the proposed project plicant, Michael Gonzales, then the duration of the holiday as well as virtual events for children and families. will be set aside for very low-in- are permitted in the zone, and the took over the discussion, saying come housing. CPC’s decision is supported by the “it’s clear that the community An appeal was filed on Sep- necessary findings,” Vasuthasawat hates this project but thankfully tember 28 by Edgewater Towers said. “The appellant has not pro- that’s not the legal standard by Design Review Board Condominium HOA and the Pacif- vided substantial evidence to sup- which we judge development un- ic Palisades Residents Association, port their appeal. der applicable state law or under represented by Thomas Donovan. “Since their appeal cannot be applicable local law.” The appellant had six main substantiated, staff therefore rec- He went on to say that Dono- Approves Upcoming Changes points of contention, including ommends that the PLUM Commit- van’s suggestions and findings are lack of compliance with the com- tee and City Council deny the ap- “misguided” and “misleading,” munity plan, lack of compliance peal and sustain the determination and that the density of the project to Business Block Building with the Coastal Act, insufficiency of the City Planning Commission is permitted, the project is consis- of the density bonus findings and to approve the requested action for tent with the Coastal Act and these more. the proposed project.” issues have been “harmonized” to Nick Vasuthasawat, planning Donovan responded by re- allow the development of this site. assistant, began by addressing a questing the hearing be continued, The PLUM Committee denied letter from planning staff dated De- stating the CPC relied on unproven the appeals as sustained by the LA cember 3 that outlined the appeal statements by the applicant at the CPC determination. points as well as staff’s responses. last hearing regarding the number Vasuthasawat said the next He reported that upon further of affordable housing units avail- step for the project is to make its review and analysis of the issues able in the Palisades. way through City Council, and that raised, no substantial evidence ex- “There are numerous afford- a future date for that to happen is ists of errors of abuse of discretion able units in the Pacific Palisades to be determined.

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By LILY TINOCO was ready for review, demonstrat- proposed accent color is crisp Reporter ing proposed accent trim, paint muslin. Trustees Elects New Chair colors, awning fabric and more. “Those are some references fter several virtual discus- The presentation covered a we were looking at to guide our By LILY TINOCO sions since the beginning response to the board’s recom- decisions,” Lagola said. “We’re Reporter Aof summer, the Pacific Palisades mendations provided at the last proposing a similar approach to Design Review Board approved meeting on October 28. The rec- our accent trim color, it’s important he Palisades Charter High proposed changes to the historic ommendation requested was to that we have an accent color that School Board of Trustees met Business Block Building—locat- study the inclusion of a contrast- references that historical lineage … Tvirtually on Tuesday, December 8, ed on Sunset Boulevard and a cen- ing accent color on the building, but is also neutral enough to allow for the last meeting of the year. terpiece structure in the Palisades which is owned by TOPA, as well the color of the percale to shine. During the meeting, current since 1924—at its Wednesday, as re-looking at the awning color. “The mockup that we did is Community Chair Leslie Woolley December 8, meeting. “We went back to the drawing the crisp muslin, and we do feel announced that she would be step- Mark Lagola, an architectural board,” Lagola said. “As a team, that that color tone is the right ping down from the position and designer for Gensler, provided a we completely agree, the inclu- balance. It’s a neutral color, it facilitated the election of a new Members of the board Photo courtesy of Pali High presentation to the board discuss- sion of the accent color really has a warmth to it … so it goes chairperson of the board. ing the on-site paint mockup that helps bring attention and a spe- well with the pink-ish hue of the Board Member Emily Hirsch everyone for their support, and I will report: Teacher Brenda Clarke, who cialness to the building, and we’re percale, but it’s a color that really made a motion to nominate Brooke do the best that I can for the Board was recently elected as chair of the excited about it and look forward doesn’t compete.” King as Woolley’s replacement. and all stakeholders of the school,” committee, led the discussion and to hearing your thoughts on our Board members praised the King is currently the Maggie Gilbert King said. “I want to thank Leslie reported that the last AAC meeting approach.” proposal during their deliberation. Aquatic Center’s Aquatic Director for … her committed service to Pali, was well received and collaborative. Lagola explained the ap- “I think it’s going to look ab- and has been in charge of the board’s for all of these years.” She said Magee and others are proach to the accent trim location solutely beautiful,” Board Mem- management. Later in the meeting Pali High discussing what can be done to po- was driven by historic photos, ber Barbara Kohn said. “I think “I have gotten to know her pret- Principal Dr. Pamela Magee said tentially include a side-letter to the sharing that there were previous- the fabric on the awnings is won- ty well over the last few years, she’s that steps are in place to mitigate the Memorandum of Understanding ly horizontal elements that help derful, I love it.” been at Pali for quite a number of spread of COVID-19 at the campus, that would make adjustments to accentuate the building, making DRB Chair Donna Vaccarino years—13, give or take,” Hirsch said but Los Angeles schools have been help students. different sides stand out. agreed: “I think it’s looking very, at the meeting. “I personally believe encouraged to not make decisions Clarke also said the school’s Moving onto colors and levels very beautiful and calling out the she’s demonstrated her knowledge about the full second semester at missions and goals need to be of contrast, Lagola said historic architectural detail is the winning of the charter … and I just believe this time. aligned, and resources need to be photos acted as the team’s guide gesture to save this building. I’m that Brooke has proven her commit- “Looking towards the possi- put toward crucial concerns, issues in this aspect as well. pleased and I would support ap- ment to Pali and making it a better bility of a vaccine and what that and priorities. She said the discus- “The level of contrast is sub- proving it.” school for all of the stakeholders.” might mean for the mid-semester, sion will be followed up in a January tle but it is noticeable, we’re hop- A motion was made and ap- Members took a vote and the a possible … hybrid return,” Magee 14 meeting and months after that ing to maintain that historic de- proved to accept the project as motion was moved. said. “We will certainly be working to make sure stakeholders provide sign … stepping away from that presented. “Thank you so much, I thank to develop a hybrid model, we’ve input on priorities. high-contrast trim color that was got preliminary information from Later discussions drew attention introduced in the 1980s and really surveys. to individual departments and ad- trying to line ourselves on a more Show Off Your Decked Out Hall “Some very important con- ministrators, and their requests of historical approach,” he said. versations have gotten started, not what they might need as eLearning Lagola added that the team It’s not too late to Deck that this is the first time they’ve continues. looked at historical context for Your Halls and share with the been discussed at Pali, but … now “I’m glad this discussion is color inspiration, such as histor- Palisadian-Post for a chance to that we’ve seen what’s transpiring happening about committees … ically significant buildings in the win hundreds of dollars of prizes and what’s happening during this and we’re coming to understand the area: Beverly Hills City Hall and from local businesses. Beginning eLearning period, I think there’s a committees and the power of all the the Kinross Cornerstone build- next week, communitywide voting willingness to see what we can do stakeholder groups on committees,” ing in Westwood, which is also will open in two categories: for students beyond eLearning and King said at the end of the meeting. owned by TOPA and was recently Best Decked Out Hall and DIY/ when … we’re not in this particular “I thank you all.” refreshed. Originality. To sign up or find out circumstance.” The board’s next meeting is The proposed base color of This topic segued into the Ac- scheduled to take place via Zoom more, visit palipost.com. Photo courtesy of Erin Rossi the building is percale, and the ademic Accountability Committee on Tuesday, January 12. Page 2 Palisadian-Post December 17, 2020

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The Palisadian-Post is 100% owned by Charlie Loves Brooms and Molly Loves Peanut Butter, LLC. 310.454.1321 Palisadian, Vol. LXXXVI, No. 244 • Pacific Palisades Post, ol.V LXX, No. 244 www.PaliPost.com December 17, 2020 Palisadian-Post Page 3 Final Palisades Podcast Episode of Pacific Palisades COVID-19 Case Summary 2020 to Feature Chief Hogan COVID-19 Update as of December 14 By SARAH SHMERLING and current events with regular As the first COVID-19 vaccines were administered in Los An- Editor-in-Chief emails.” geles County, Public Health reported that hospitalizations were ac- Hogan, who earned a bache- celerating at a “disastrous speed.” Los Angeles County Cases ounding out a year of interest- lor’s degree in emergency services ¢ The first shipment of vaccine arrived on Monday, December ing guests, the final episode of management from the Union In- 14, at one of nine pre-positioned sites, with plans for the eight other 543,769 Rthe Palisades Podcast to be released stitute and University and a mas- sites to receive their shipments within two days, according to infor- in 2020, hosted by longtime com- ter’s degree in leadership from the mation provided by Public Health. munity members Maryam Zar and University of Southern Califor- “The current expected initial allocation for LA County is 82,875 Steve Cron, will feature LAFD nia, attended the John F. Kennedy doses,” the statement continued, “and we are hoping to receive two Deaths in LA County Deputy Chief and Commander School of Government at Harvard additional allocations in December.” of the West Bureau Armando Ho- Chief Hogan University, Cron explained. There, As of Monday, December 14, there were 4,203 people with 8,431 gan—who has garnered more than Photo courtesy of Maryam Zar he received an executive certificate COVID-19 currently in the hospital across the county, with 21% 37 years of service. for his participation in the National in the ICU. “In recent years, with the in- Los Feliz, Griffith Park, Silver Preparedness Leadership Initiative. “Our reality is frightening at the moment with over 4,200 pa- crease in wildfires in and around the Lake, the hillsides and canyon com- “Chief Hogan has been married tients hospitalized with COVID-19 and almost half of our ICU beds Pacific Palisades Cases Palisades, Chief Hogan has been munities that border Hollywood, to his lovely wife, Marcia, for 27 occupied by COVID-19 patients,” Public Health reported. “By next a fixture in our community,” Cron Bel Air, and West Los Angeles, years, and has two adult children,” weekend, there are likely to be over 5,000 patients hospitalized and 312 explained ahead of the episode. including UCLA. Cron explained. “He is a gifted more than 50% of ICU beds occupied by COVID-19 patients.” “He has spoken on numerous oc- “Chief Hogan has become speaker and knows everything there As the Post went to print Tuesday, confirmed cases of COVID-19 casions with community groups in a friend of the Palisades,” Cron is to know about fire danger in the had reached 543,769 across Los Angeles County when factoring in the Palisades about fire prevention said. “The community first met Palisades.” Long Beach and Pasadena, with 8,431 deaths. The number of cases Palisades Highlands Cases and firefighting techniques.” him when he spoke at a [Pacific The Palisadian-Post has part- in Pacific Palisades reached 312, with an additional 65 in Palisades Hogan has served as communi- Palisades] Community Council nered with Zar and Cron to present Highlands. 65 ty liaison officer for LAFD, where meeting about fire danger in the the Palisades Podcast. Each month, “The best thing everyone can do right now is stay home as he represented the fire chief as his Palisades.” an interview, hosted by Zar and much as possible and only go out for work, exercise or for essential spokesperson, Cron said, as well He has since been a guest at a Cron, will be released, highlighting services,” according to Public Health. “When you must leave your home, always wear a face covering as a firefighter, inspector, captain, safety meeting at Palisades Charter extraordinary lives listeners might and stay at least six feet away from people you do not live with at all times.” battalion chief and assistant chief High School, which was hosted by not have otherwise had a chance —SARAH SHMERLING in various communities throughout Zar, then the chair of PPCC. Since to meet. Los Angeles. that meeting, he has stayed in touch Previous guests include Anne Palisades Branch Library “After serving as Assistant Bu- with the Palisades and its commu- Kerr-Adams, Lisa Sweetingham reau Commander for Operations nity leaders, including Cron, who Wallin, PPCC Chair David Card West Bureau, he was promoted invited Hogan to speak about fire and Councilmember Mike Bonin. Holiday Cookie Challenge to Deputy Chief and Commander safety at an assembly at Calvary “Tune in for a great conversa- The Palisades Branch Library announced its first holiday cookie challenge, open to Los Angeles of West Bureau in February 2018, Christian School that was attended tion with this remarkable man and area participants ages 10 through 19. where he serves now as the Bureau by more than 180 residents—many extraordinary public servant this Participants are invited to submit an original cookie recipe, along with a photo of the finished Commander with the rank of Dep- of which reside in the Highlands. month, at the Palisades Podcast,” cookies and a brief description of the origins of the recipe, by Saturday, December 26. A panel of teen uty Chief,” Cron added. “Chief Hogan has since partic- Cron concluded. volunteers will be baking the recipes at home and judging the finalists’ cookies based on taste and ap- Hogan’s area of command in- ipated in the PAPA Fourth for July pearance. The bakers of the top three cookies will be awarded Visa gift cards. cludes Pacific Palisades, Los Ange- Palisades Parade,” Cron said, “and To listen to this episode of Depending on the number of submissions, there may be a chance for the public to vote for their les International Airport, the LAX has kept the community abreast of Palisades Podcast and more, visit favorites in order to narrow it down to the finalists. coastal communities, Hollywood, important safety and fire updates palipost.com/palipodcast. Participants must also include their name, age and neighborhood in their submission, which may be in a Google or Word document. Completed submissions should be sent to YA Librarian Jessica Levy at [email protected]. Combat Climate Change While Online Shopping —LILY TINOCO is to modify our online shopping tronic devices and the CO2 man- Pacific Palisades behaviors. Amazon has reported a ufacturing output. The Palisadian-Post has part- carbon footprint increase of 15% Skipping just one generation nered with locally founded envi- since 2019, due to a combination of an upgrade greatly reduces Houck Construction Art Contest ronmental organization Resilient of fuel emissions, electricity us- your carbon footprint. Manufac- Los Angeles-based Houck Construction is accepting submissions from artists ages 7 through 18 to Palisades to deliver a weekly age and manufacturing. turers deter repairs to sell new use on corporate stationery of Houck Construction, BOLD and Rockefeller Kempel Architects next year. “green tip” to readers. Avoid same-day deliveries: items, so look for authorized ser- “We want to expose artists and their artwork to professional designers, architects, photographers Scientists have reported that When possible, avoid “next-day vice centers in your area. and artists who have made a living enjoying their work,” according to details on Houck’s website. “The last month was the hottest No- or two-day delivery” to reduce Buy bulk: Shop from online purpose is to lift up young artists.” vember on record. As daunting as the increased fuel required for stores that offer low-footprint The theme for the spring 2021 contest is gratitude, and multiple mediums will be accepted through this is, starting today—from our express deliveries. products, including refillable tile February 25, 2021. homes and during a pandemic— Combine shipments to min- or floor cleaner concentrate and Nine $250 prizes will be awarded in March, and the winners will be featured on the company’s website. we can all take steps to lower our imize packaging: Choose the shampoo bars. Reduced packag- Palisades Charter High School student and artist Cece Dale recently took home the top prize in carbon footprint. shipment option that combines ing and water mean reduced fuel Houck’s Thanksgiving-themed contest. One easy way to do this, espe- your products into one shipment. costs, in addition to other benefits. For more information, visit houckinc.com/2020/11/18/community. cially during the holiday season, Also, keep your shopping cart If you have any sustainability —LILY TINOCO open for a couple of days to re- questions, write us at connect@ duce multiple shipments. resilientpalisades.org. Spotted in the Palisadian-Post: Support online retailers who package responsibly: Shop March 12, 1970 Burglary Theft for holiday gifts and more from 1400 Brinkley, December 7 1300 Lachman Ln, December small stores with commitments between 2:20 and 3:49 p.m. The 8 between 6:30 and 6:40 a.m. The to lower-footprint packaging. Proposed Malibu- suspects pried open a door to enter suspects took a package from vic- Instead of big box stores, try lo- victim’s home, and took jewelry, tim’s front porch. cally owned stores like Prostain- Whitnall Freeway Plans an iPad and a watch. The suspects 1000 Swarthmore, December able and other environmentally fled in a black, four-door Lexus. 10 at 6:30 p.m. The suspect entered conscious shops such as Central A lot of people obviously don’t like the proposed Mal- 16900 Bollinger, December victim’s business, took clothing California’s popular General ibu-Whitnall Freeway plans, but their position is far from 11 at 12:41 p.m. The suspects and exited without paying. The Store Paso Robles. unanimous. pried open a door to enter victim’s suspect fled in a dark gray Land Repair in lieu of replace: As so often seems to be the case in the Malibu area, there home and took clothing. The sus- Rover SUV. Consider repairing your com- are two sides to this story, too. pects fled in a red Chevy pickup 1200 Monument, December puter, tablet or phone. The tech Directors of the Malibu Chamber of Commerce, for in- truck. 10 between 10:30 a.m. and 1:40 industry produces 14% of our stance, endorse the basic concept of the frequently maligned 200 Entrada, between De- p.m. The suspect, pretending to be planet’s carbon footprint—pre- 7 ½-mile link between the coast and the Ventura Freeway. cember 10 at 4:40 p.m. and De- victim’s boss, tricked victim into dominantly from the mining of At their meeting on March 4, the directors voted unani- cember 11 at 7 a.m. The suspect buying gift cards and sending the rare minerals used to create elec- Photo courtesy of Prostainable mously to support the State Division of Highways in develop- pried open a door to enter victim’s suspect the card pins. ment of the freeway proposal. They included in their motion a office and took tools. pledge to cooperate with the Save Malibu Canyon Committee DUI to “assure a design that preserves ecology and does the most Burglary/Theft from Vehicle Sunset/Bienveneda, Decem- for the Malibu community.” 500 Los Liones, December ber 11 at 6:21 p.m. A 50-year-old Pierce Sherman, who bows out as Chamber president in 5 between 10:45 a.m. and 12:30 female was arrested for DUI after less than a month, requested the board action. He said there p.m. The suspect entered victim’s being involved in a traffic collision. is widespread “misunderstanding” concerning the Chamber’s vehicle, and took a wallet and position on the freeway. money. 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Economic activity Premier Liu He signed off on a turous life. While an undergrad- abruptly contracted in the spring, partial U.S.-China trade pact in uate student at the University of and stocks quickly fell. The Fed- January, cooling the 2018-19 tar- Miami, he traveled to Cuba in eral Reserve cut short-term interest iff dispute between the world’s two 1948 and Mexico in 1949. rates to just above zero as the pan- largest economies. After two years of active duty demic took hold and adjusted its President Trump also signed in the U.S. Marine Corps (1950- monetary policy stance, announc- the United States Mexico Canada Bolsa, Brazil’s Bovespa, France’s 52) at Camp Lejeune, North Caro- ing it would tolerate higher infla- Agreement (USMCA) in Janu- CAC 40 and Spain’s IBEX 35. lina, he attended Purdue Universi- tion for an extended period. ary, a renegotiation of the North MSCI’s EAFE index, a longtime ty and received a master’s degree U.S. households received one American Free Trade Agreement benchmark for major internation- in economics in June 1953. He economic stimulus payment from (NAFTA), which went into effect al equity markets, was down more then spent a year in India on a Ful- the federal government and might on July 1. than 7% YTD. bright grant. yet receive another. The U.S. and The global economy: In its Looking back, looking for- From India he traveled China reached a partial trade deal. October 2020 forecast, the Inter- ward: Investors are waiting for through the Middle East and Eu- The United Kingdom and the Eu- national Monetary Fund estimates resolution on some of the major rope enroute to his home in Mi- ropean Union made little progress global GDP shrinking 4.4% this stories of this fall and winter. Then ami, Florida. In 1956 he moved toward a post-Brexit trade pact. year and U.S. GDP retreating 5.8%. there are questions for 2021. To to California where he worked In real estate, a seller’s market re- The IMF’s 2021 outlook is what degree will the pandemic con- 12 years at RAND Corporation mained firmly in place. much better. In sum, it sees the tinue to shape trends in consumer in Santa Monica. During his last The U.S. economy: The coro- world’s economies expanding spending? If economic indicators six years at RAND (1962-69) he navirus delivered a hard blow to 5.2%, with GDP growth of 3.9% disappoint, will the Fed step up its worked on counterinsurgency His first job after receiving a that he published in August 2016, economic norms. Stay-at-home and for the U.S., 5.2% for the European asset-buying? projects dealing with the war in Ph.D. in 1972 was with the Na- “A Life of Adventures with Seren- safer-at-home orders resulted in the area and 8.2% for China. Here is what we know. We South Vietnam. He spent two and tional Academy of Sciences Com- dipity: An Autobiography.” near-shutdown of entire industries China’s economy bounced have ultra-low short-term interest a half years living in South Viet- mittee on the Effects of Herbi- Joe’s cousin, Marion Lund, in March and April. Consumers back from the nation’s winter and rates in place, with the federal gov- nam on RAND projects. cides in Vietnam, and he returned and her sons, Kevin and Sean bought staples eagerly, but discre- spring lockdowns, expanding at a ernment investing in the economy. At the age of 40 he changed to work in South Vietnam for the Berne, aided long-time friend tionary spending dried up, resulting 4.9% pace in Q3 by official esti- It will take time for businesses and careers, and while a graduate stu- committee in 1972-73. Carolee Mann in caregiving for in a record dip in gross domestic mates (if that pace holds, China’s consumers to regain the confidence dent at the University of Califor- Carrier made his first trip to Joe this last year, enabling him to product: GDP fell 31.4% in the economy could account for roughly that they had prior to the pandemic. nia, Irvine (1967-72), he became Hanoi in 1994. He did volunteer remain in his home until the end. second quarter. one-third of the world’s economic Prognostications and histor- an anthropologist and a researcher work there with North Vietnam- Joe’s family also includes many But the economy expanded at expansion this year). ical data are interesting but may on human sexual behaviors. He ese professors doing research second and third cousins, and two a 33.1% annual rate in the third Ill winds kicked up this fall have little or no bearing on what was the first graduate student in on the HIV/AIDS epidemic. He foster sons: Sorm Sarou in Siem quarter, recouping much of the pan- between the European Union and is ahead. With so many questions anthropology to study male ho- continued this work, and traveled Reap, Cambodia, and Jose More- demic-induced contraction suffered the United Kingdom. Prime Min- for Wall Street to consider, the end mosexuality. He did his fieldwork extensively in Southeast Asia and no in Guadalajara, Mexico. Do- earlier in the year. ister Boris Johnson had established of 2020 may see a good deal of vol- in Guadalajara, Mexico, from the India until 2006. nations are welcome at donate@ So how do the other key fun- October 15 as a deadline for the atility. fall of 1969 to the spring of 1971, At the age of 80 his life took hospicefoundation.org. damental indicators look now, U.K. to forge a post-Brexit trade If the next couple of months do and continued his ethnographic a dramatic turn when he began a compared to last fall? By the De- agreement with the E.U., but talks bring ups and downs, many inves- research up to the present time. collaboration with Danish Viet- partment of Labor’s estimation, stalled. Heading into November, tors may react, but other investors Columbia University Press namese artist Danh Vo. 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Palisadian through and through, Bob Klein went DL: What was the run up to the 1969 NFL ed by the Rams. I called my parents, then a couple of to Corpus Christi School, then went to St. Mon- Draft like? Did you go to workouts at USC? the coaches called me and I did what I’d been doing icaA Catholic High School in Santa Monica before BK: Yes, pro scouts would come to USC and for four years. I got on a PSA flight from LA to San attending USC on a football scholarship. The three- work you out or they’d time you. The Dallas Cow- Francisco and took my wife to dinner in Sausalito. year starting tight end was a key part of the Trojans’ boys were really interested in me and they came two 1967 national championship team under Coach John or three different times. Half of the teams wanted me DL: Did you know about the Rams’ fan base, McKay and he played in three Rose Bowl games. The as an offensive tackle and I wasn’t buying into that which grew because of guys like Bob Waterfield 21st pick in the 1969 NFL draft by the Los Angeles too much. If you look at the guys who are tight ends and Norm Van Brocklin? Rams, Klein enjoyed a stellar pro career with the now they’re all my size or bigger and were good bas- BK: The Rams were the first team to televise Rams (1969-76) and San Diego Chargers (1977-79). ketball players who put weight on. Those offensive their games and I used to give a little talk about this Over that span he had 219 catches for 2,687 yards tackles were the same guys, they just added another when the franchise first came back here. They had a and 23 touchowns. After a post-NFL career in real 25-30 pounds. That’s not the best thing for you when PR guy with a funny name, Pete Rozelle, who said estate, the 73-year-old Klein now serves as President you’re done playing. So I wasn’t crazy about being a ‘Here they come... the first team to come out west.’ and CEO of the St. John’s Health Center Founda- lineman. Plus, defensive players are made a little dif- He came up with the idea of broadcasting the games. tion. He and his wife JoAnn met in first grade at Cor- ferent. They want to hurt you Before games I spent All of a sudden they were selling out the Coliseum pus Christi, married after Bob graduated from USC some time by myself, trying to get focused because it with 100,000 fans, they’re televising the games and and are active members of the Palisades community. was going to be a battle. My son Jimmy played foot- then other teams started coming out here. Their daughter Kristin was a four-time All-American ball and I told him it’s good we didn’t play together. volleyball player at Stanford, was the 1991 Women’s We wouldn’t have gotten along at all. DL: Of course Pete Rozelle became the NFL Volleyball National Player of the Year and played Commissioner. Was he not the one who expanded on the USA Olympic Team in 1996 in Atlanta. Their DL: How did you find out you got drafted? the league through television? son Jimmy played football and volleyball at Stanford BK: Dr. Bob Woods, who was one of the team BK: Yes, he was. The Rams are famous for one and their son Patrick also played volleyball at Stan- doctors for the LA Dodgers, was very good friends thing—they were the first team to move west of the ford, leading the Cardinal to their first national title with [play-by-play announcer] Vin Scully, who lived Mississippi River. They were also the first team to in 1997. Their twin granddaughters Michaela and in the Palisades and went to the same church and at move back across it to St. Louis. Caitlin led Stanford to three NCAA women’s volley- some point in January leading up to the draft he said, ball titles. Their grandson James is a sophomore on through my parents or somebody, the Rams have DL: How cool was it to be drafted and get to the Stanford men’s basketball team, their grandson been inquiring about you. Then there was an article stay on the same field you played on at USC? Dillon is a volleyball star at Loyola High and their in Sports Illustrated that did a little forecast about BK: The Coliseum is my home. That place was granddaughters Kerry and Keili play volleyball at some of the guys who might get picked early. On great! Running down through that tunnel was a very Marymount High. Bob was recently at Casablanca draft day I was sitting in my apartment with my three special thing. It was the same tunnel we ran through Restaurant in Venice for a “Sports Stories with Den- roommates expecting a call. The phone rang and it in college. They probably still have the same crappy ny Lennon” podcast about his life, his family and his was one of the guys in the neighborhood who’d once lockers. Then we had the 1984 Olympics and that career. Here is Part Three of that interview. The link taught me how to play football and he was screaming whole thrill. Then every once in awhile they’d invite is https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqCNhbuSN- and yelling. He was in the car and they’d announced some old guys back to be in the tunnel with them. HE or visit the website: SportsStoriesDL.com. who it was. So he’s the one who told me I was draft- Bob Klein wore No. 80 for the Los Angeles Rams (See Bob Klein, Page 8)

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Left: Tight end Bob Klein Merlin would give us a talk and actly what you feel, they have all played for the LA Rams we’d be like ‘Sit down Merlin!’ the same fears and all those things for eight seasons (1969- He was a great guy and five or six that go on in life. Also Fred Dry- 76), appearing in all 14 years ago we had a reunion and er was an unbelievable free spirit. games as a rookie, then I’ve never seen a guy be able to He was a first round draft pick for catching a touchdown pass orchestrate something to the ben- the Giants and we ended up meet- from Roman Gabriel in the efit of all of us. He was a spokes- ing each other at the College All- Rams’ 23-20 playoff loss. man for more great companies. Star game in Chicago, so we spent I went to his funeral service and three weeks together getting to the person I enjoyed seeing most know each other, then all of a sud- was Deacon Jones. He was still den he ends up getting traded to married to the same gal, we were the Rams and we played together. Right: Bob Klein’s Topps standing outside the church in He had a Volkswagen van and all trading card from 1980. Pasadena and I said ‘How are ya’ we knew about Freddy was that he He had 91 catches, eight feeling Deke?’ And he said ‘You probably had the same dollar he for TDs, during his three know Bob, you could even block signed with to begin with, he lived years with the San Diego me now.’ in that van and he was a hysterical Chargers, retiring after the man. He’d mimic Tommy Pro- 1979 season. DL: You would end up play- thro, which was easy to do and he ing for Coach Tommy Prothro. was a defensive end so we’d bang What was he like? heads and stuff and we respected Bob Klein we played at a very high level and achieved. A real quality guy. As The Fearsome Foursome when I BK: I’d turned him down at each other. I’ll never forget a few (Continued from Page 6) the coaches were appreciated so for Roman, he had a good arm got there were Rosie Grier, Roger UCLA but he didn’t hold a grudge years after we were done playing DL: So the Rams make the we were playing a caliber of ball but wasn’t real mobile. He was a Brown, Merlin Olsen and Deacon against me. When he became the I’m getting off the freeway in Cul- playoffs your rookie season and where the pro scouts could see we pocket passer, so we always had Jones. The only guy who’s still coach of the San Diego Chargers I ver City at a light and I hear beep! go to the coldest place possible, were going to be able to fit in. a problem with the Vikings and with us is Rosie—we lost all the had retired and was in Costa Rica beep! beep! and I look behind me Minnesota. Do you remember? the Cowboys. We just couldn’t get rest of them. Merlin Olsen was a with a couple of guys doing a seg- and see it’s Fred Dryer. So we pull BK: I caught a rollout from DL: Did you play with the past them. Of course, the Vikings very bright, accomplished man. ment for “American Sportsman” over to the side of the road by Roman Gabriel for the game’s Fearsome Foursome? had Fran Tarkenton, who gave the It used to drive us crazy because and we’re fishing for tarpin out Landmark Studios and he said ‘I first touchdown and the end zone BK: Yes, they were still there defense fits with his scrambling. when the coaches got done talking in the jungle and one night one of knew it was you. I just had to tell was frozen. What they did was for a couple more years. The head them says there’s a call for you on you I got married, I settled down.’ they covered the entire field with coach was George Allen. He was the radio phone and it’s your agent That’s what he wanted to tell me. a tarp and put blowers underneath a defensive coach and had no use and this guy tells me the Chargers there. It was all dirt, there was no for anyone on offense, which is don’t have a tight end and would DL: Was it an advantage be- grass on the field. So by about the why I couldn’t believe I got draft- like me to come out of retirement ing in LA after retirement? second quarter what was all dirt ed as a tight end. All of those de- and will make it worth my while. BK: There are a lot of oppor- and mud turns into crust and the fensive guys would start chuck- So I negotiated a deal right there tunities here compared to some of end zones were as hard as rock. ling and laughing because he was over the phone, got on a plane the the smaller markets, but now you Of course the people from Minne- also the defensive coordinator. So next day and came back. Tommy don’t really have to do anything apolis think it’s the greatest thing we’d have this team meeting and was only my coach for one year, any longer if you get seven, eight, in the whole world because it’s then he’d go with the defense. So then Don Coryell came in and nine, 10 years in the league.When what they’re used to. There were being drafted by him was great. that’s how I got to be part of ‘Air I was playing the first thing you’re no dome stadiums at the time. The Coryell’ and all that. thinking about is when is this go- Houston Astrodome was the first DL: Roman Gabriel was the ing to end? When am I going to multi-purpose stadium and even first filipino-American quarter- DL: Who are some other get hurt? What am I going to do then they’d have a rodeo on Satur- back then eventually you played guys you liked playing with? the rest of my life? That’s why I day, they’d bring in Astroturf and with James Harris, who became BK: Lawrence McCutcheon got serious in college and went roll that stuff out and it was like the first black American to be a is one of my favorite guys ever back and got a master’s degree in playing on carpet but a hard, hard starting quarterback, right? and he still works with the Rams. I Business at SC. How much foot- surface and of course in those ear- BK: Yes. James was from grew up here in Santa Monica and ball can you practice? You showed ly days when you slid on that stuff Grambling, he was the first black played at USC with black ath- up at 10 and were done by 2, then it would take your skin right off. quarterback and a fantastic man. letes and had a lot of buddies who I went to school in the afternoon He’s still involved with the Rams. were black, so this whole ‘Black or at night. I was getting ready for DL: Were you prepared for Someone called me about a month Lives Matter’ thing befuddles me. life after football. What I’m most the pros having played at USC? ago and asked if I’d talk about him I’m used to having them as team- famous for is that I actually retired BK: We had a lot of first because they’re doing a documen- Tight end Bob Klein catches a touchdown pass during USC’s national mates, brothers and best friends so when I wanted to retire, whereas round draft picks at USC because tary on him because of what he championship football season in 1967. I don’t get it because they feel ex- most people grinded to the end.

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Palisades Charter Elementary School Palisades Charter Ele- mentary School is accepting donations through its annual giving campaign, Pali Giving. “The money goes to support our enrichments for our school,” according to parent Traci Sacks, who heads up the program. “It pays for two full-time P.E. coaches, a full-time librarian, a full-time computer lab teacher and tech support, music, drama, a Palisades Charter Schools Accept discover garden, smaller class sizes, teacher aides, Community Help Through Donations T.R.I.B.E.S., and more.” Sacks explained that she used to be able to By SARAH SHMERLING fundraise in the mornings as people were walking their kids to school—but that is not the case Editor-in-Chief this year. Her 2020-21 campaign has included emails as well as setting up at her home and offering to drive to others to collect donations. Her kids have even baked cookies to thank those or those looking to make a local donation before 2020 comes who have donated, Sacks shared. to a close, community members are welcome to consider the “This year has been a hard year for fundraising ... ,” Sacks shared, “but if we stop the funds Farea charter schools—each of which have had to get creative with coming in for these enrichments, we won’t have them for next year. Our enrichment teachers fundraising this school year, as annual events and drives have been have been doing a great job of still keeping the kids interested over Zoom and still doing their amended and canceled due to the pandemic. part during this crazy time.” Those interested in donating can write a check to Palisades Enrichment Programs and mail it to the school at 800 Via De La Paz, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272. Donations may also be made by credit card or bank transfer at palielementary.org/paligiving. Photos by Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer

Canyon Charter Elementary School Marquez Charter Elementary School

The financial situation at Canyon Charter As distance learning continues, Elementary School was described by Booster Friends of Marquez leaders are seek- Club President Amanda Rosen-Prinz as “quite ing donations to supplement its fund- dire.” ing of programming at the school. “The Booster Club pays for 100% of near- “The tight-knit community of ly all enrichment programs at Canyon, as well Marquez Charter Elementary School as 60% of the cost for an aide in every class- has felt what the entire Palisades room,” she explained. “Because the nature of community and beyond has felt over public school fundraising involves fun com- the past few months,” “The Fund” munity events throughout the school year, we Chair Jenny Lupe and Friends of have been completely restricted in holding any Marquez President Sean Whiteley of these events on campus since last March.” shared with the Palisadian-Post. “In Even when students return to campus, Ros- response to the current environment, en-Prinz shared that she anticipates restrictions Friends of Marquez has cut the year on gatherings to remain in place for “many donation goal in half, and we have months to come.” currently raised a bit over 60% of the The school has turned to virtual events, total goal.” including a pumpkin patch in October and a Donations will go toward a class Zoom assembly featuring Paralympian and in- size reduction teacher, the school’s spirational speaker Blake Lepper for its annual science teacher, teacher grants for Olympics Day. distance learning and one-to-one iP- “Our beloved annual Fiesta fundraiser will be a challenge this year, but we are trying to find ads across the school. creative ways to keep the tradition alive for our kids,” Rosen-Prinz said. “None of this year’s “When you give, you’re helping fundraisers have come close to raising what we would in a typical year, but it is very important Marquez provide all the extras other to our community that we continue to make the effort.” public schools in greater Los Ange- Rosen-Prinz added that the community has been generous so far with many families con- les simply do not offer,” Lupe and tributing to the 2020-21 Annual Giving campaign, where tax-deductible angel donations will Whiteley added. “The effects of this go toward next year’s budget. year will be felt for many years to Community members who are interested in contributing can do so at give.classy.org/ come, and Marquez Elementary School is in need of funding now more than ever. Every con- FriendsofCanyonCharter or by mailing a check made out to Canyon School Booster Club to tribution is greatly appreciated.” the school’s office at 421 Entrada Drive, Santa Monica, CA 90402. To donate to Marquez, visit friendsofmarquez.goshly.com/DONATE.aspx.

Paul Revere Charter Middle School Palisades Charter High School

One of Paul Revere Charter Following a “very success- Middle School’s “crowning jew- ful” #GivingTuesday campaign, els,” as described by the school’s Palisades Charter High School PRIDE Booster Club Board is beginning its Year-End Cam- Members, is the farm, which is paign to allow donors to make housed on campus and hosts a tax-deductible contributions as wide range of animals. The farm 2020 comes to a close. is one of the facets that a donation “[LAUSD Superintendent] to the school will support. Austin Beutner outlined the need “I think it is important, more for state and federal assistance than ever, to give back to schools for schools to open safely, how- in 2020,” PRIDE Booster Club ever, there are many other addi- Board Members shared. “Our an- tional current expenses required nual giving campaign helps raise by eLearning,” Pali High Di- money for smaller class sizes, es- rector of Development Michael pecially now as we are online and Rawson explained. “I believe that it’s challenging for the teachers to really get to know their students. The money we raise also our messaging has resonated with helps with our amazing farm and technology—again, another area which is vital to the times our donors, which is we do not want lack of resources to be the reason we can’t provide certain we are living in.” tools that will assist student learning during this difficult time.” The animals continue to be cared for, including upgrades to their environs, and keeping Two of the ways to support Pali High include The PCHS Fund and the school’s Booster them safe and fed until students can return to campus. Club. “At Paul Revere, we are sensitive to the realities of life during a pandemic, which has many “The PCHS Fund is made up of seven key areas that support the annual budget of PCHS apprehensive about what may lie ahead,” representatives from the board shared. “We have tai- and directly impact students, faculty and staff,” according to information on the Pali High web- lored our annual giving campaign to strike a balance between the needs of our school and the site. “This ensures the sustainability of our important core programs where state and federal realities our families are experiencing.” funding falls short.” The board explained that they still count on donors to give what they can and remain com- The Palisades High School Booster Club focuses on “the immediate needs” of students that mitted to enriching the education students at the school receive. Among their priorities are con- are not covered by the school’s budget, including innovative academic programs, field trips, vi- tinuing to offer smaller class sizes and support access to technology for all students—including sual and performing arts, athletics, and extracurricular activities. The Booster Club also works the computer lab receiving “much-needed upgrades.” to support school needs that have resulted from COVID-19. For more information or to donate, visit paulreverems.com/Domain/280. Community members who wish to donate can do so at go.palihigh.org/donate. Page 10 Palisadian-Post December 17, 2020

Here is the most recent installment of the Palisadian-Post’s photo series, Our Town. Have you or your neighbor done something interesting in or around town? Submit a photo and caption for consideration via email to [email protected].

Rustic Canyon Greenery is hosting a pop-up Christmas Tree and Winter Garden next to The Sunrise Brew at Canyon Square, located at 169 West Channel Road. For updated information and hours, visit @ rusticcanyongreenery on Instagram. Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer

Following 47 years of live holiday-time performances, Westside Ballet of Santa Monica is releasing “Kingdom of the Sweets”—a virtual, abbreviated rendition of “The Nutcracker”—featuring Santa Monica Canyon resident Stella Grynberg on Friday, December 18. The show will include previously recorded Black Box dress rehearsals. Grynberg performed both lead roles, Dew Drop Fairy and Sugar Plum Fairy, all filmed in an open-air space with masks and COVID-19 safety Groza Learning Center students shared messages of gratitude with protocols in place. For more information, visit westsideballet.com. A Charlie Brown Christmas tree was on display at Palisades a project that was on display in the center’s front window ahead of Photo by Todd Lechtick Village Green. Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer Thanksgiving. Photo courtesy of Dana Goldstein December 17, 2020 Palisadian-Post Page 11

Rebecca Garrett Shares A Look Back in Time the Story of Her Father’s REEL PALI Ties to J. Paul Getty Palisades Connections existing one. In 1968 during one to Film and TV of my father’s visits to Sutton Place, Getty announced that he had decided to build a replica of the Villa dei Papiri, a Roman villa overlooking the Mediterranean in Herculaneum. One of the first challenges they would encounter was that the villa had been covered with lava when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD and there were very limited plans of the building, which had yet to be excavated. Getty’s sin- gleness of vision drove construction and the Villa, then called the J. Paul Getty Museum, opened to the public in January of 1974. Getty’s health had declined Photo courtesy of YouTube during this time, and he asked my father if he would move to From the archives: 1979 Photo courtesy of Rebecca Garrett Los Angeles and run the museum for two years while he got better. ‘The Father’ Eyes February By REBECCA GARRETT a day with a sack lunch made by Sadly Getty’s condition did not Special to the Palisadian-Post my mother. It was impressed upon improve and he passed away in my father that this was a one-time 1976, never having seen in person 2021 Release Date he stories of J. Paul Getty’s deal, and that after he submitted his creation. famous frugality are often the his report, he shouldn’t expect to It was at this time that my fa- By SARAH SHMERLING from his daughter as he ages,” ac- wrote Owen Gleiberman for Va- Tfirst people hear. It was exactly hear from Getty again. ther was asked to assume Getty’s Editor-in-Chief cording to a synopsis on IMDb. riety. “It places us in the mind of this trait that brought my father, My father ended up going out position as director. The photo- “As he tries to make sense of his someone losing his mind—and it Stephen Garrett, into his life. to Gaiola over a dozen times. By graph accompanying this piece hose hoping to catch former changing circumstances, he begins does so by revealing that mind to As he tells it, a quantity sur- then he was presenting his reports was taken then. He was very fond Honorary Mayor of Pacific to doubt his loved ones, his own be a place of seemingly rational and veyor and mutual friend was in person rather than just through of this photo, as he said it was the TPalisades Anthony Hopkins in his mind and even the fabric of his coherent experience.” asked by Getty if he knew a good the post. only time anyone thought he was starring role in the upcoming drama reality.” The film is written by Zeller and inexpensive architect. My fa- On one of these trips down in control of anything. film “The Father” will have to wait The French-British co-produc- and Christopher Hampton, as ther’s name came up. This was in to Sutton Place—Getty’s estate He framed and hung it proud- a few more months: Originally set tion stars Hopkins (Anthony), Ol- well as produced by David Parfitt, the 1960s and Getty had just pur- outside of London—the Old Man ly in our home in Pacific Palisades to release starting December 18 in ivia Colman (Anne), Mark Gatiss Jean-Louis Livi, Philippe Carcas- chased two small islands called (as my father affectionately called until his death in December 2019. New York and Los Angeles, the (The Man), Imogen Poots (Laura), sonne, Christophe Spadone and Gaiola in the Bay of Naples. He him) asked him if he would go out movie is now eyeing a February Rufus Sewell (Paul) and Olivia Wil- Simon Friend. wanted advice on what could and to California to assess what could 2021 United States release. liams (The Woman). Prior to its premiere, Sony should be done with the dilapidat- be done to expand the Ranch Co-written and directed by “The Father,” which had a Pictures Classic and Lionsgate ac- ed structures. House to make room for more Florian Zeller, the movie is based world premiere at Sundance on Jan- quired the U.S. and U.K. distribu- In good Getty fashion, he art. The Ranch House was on the on his 2012 play, “Le Père”— uary 27, has received acclaim from tion rights to the film, respectively. asked my father—who, at that 64-acre property in Pacific Pali- which translates to the father. The critics, who praised Hopkins and “The Father,” which has been time, had his own architectural sades, which Getty had purchased French playwright took home the Colman’s performances, as well as rated PG-13 for some strong lan- firm in London specializing in in 1946. The house held much of 2014 Molière Award for Best Play the film’s depiction of dementia. guage and thematic material, is now the restoration of historic build- Getty’s collection but was running following its September 2012 pre- “‘The Father’ does something slated for a January 8, 2021, release ings—to fly out to Naples for the out of space. www.PaliPost.com miere at the Théâtre Hébertor in that few movies about mental de- in the United Kingdom, followed day and to write up a report. No It was decided that an entire- [email protected] Paris. terioration in old age have brought by a February 26, 2021, release in room or board would be provided, ly new building would be more (310)454-1321 “A man refuses all assistance off in quite this way, or this fully,” the U.S. so he was to fly out and back in appropriate than adding on to the

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fter garnering 26 years of experience as a jewelry buyer and Aexclusive fine designer with - Bar neys New York, Palisadian Tawnya Warren has opened a shop of her own, blueview ATELIER, on West Channel Road. Warren explained that she began her career by selling jewelry for Barneys New York following her Left: Samples of pieces; Right: Display cases Photos by Rich Schmitt/Staff Photographer graduation from the Fashion Insti- tute of Technology in New York, popular speakeasies from the early make jewelry and make mistakes were sold exclusively at Barneys where she studied accessory design. 20th century. Although this feature and laugh at each other,” she re- New York, are available in the shop. After just one year of selling jewel- differs from the normal glass store- called. “I had such a good time with Warren has already begun pro- ry, Warren shared that she was asked fronts of many retail spaces, Warren them.” ducing limited-edition gift cards us- to move into the buying department. explained that she adores the unique Although mistakes were some- ing the work of a Palisadian pho- “They saw that I have a creative detail. what common, Warren shared that tographer. edge to me,” Warren said. The store itself has a nod to Bar- she believes that is what made each “What I want to do with the Warren described her fine jew- neys New York: She traveled to the and every piece unique. Warren said store is really invite other local art- elry brand, Zoe, as a collection of San Francisco location to purchase she admires the group’s passion for ists to display their work,” she said. exclusive, hand-crafted pieces made cases to “keep part of the history making jewelry and offered to dis- For Warren, the importance of from raw, opaque diamonds set in alive.” play the work of her classmates in blueview ATELIER extends well oxidized platinum. The brand’s Warren said she hopes to create her new shop. beyond a simple business endeav- namesake comes from what Warren a welcoming environment for her Warren shared that she plans or; the products and goods of the referred to as her alter ego: “The customers. on using her store to showcase the shop extend well beyond simple blonde, curly-haired wild child that “I want people to feel like they work of other Palisadian artists, accessories. I’m not.” are coming to visit me at my home including painters, designers, pho- “Jewelry can speak and tell all Warren moved to California— and feel comfortable,” Warren said. tographers and even chefs—when these stories for us,” Warren con- and eventually Pacific Palisades— “Consider it soulful selling.” COVID-19 guidelines deem it safe cluded. after she traveled here and imme- One of Warren’s many inspi- to host social events. The store will diately fell in love with the state. rations for opening up her store have her lifestyle brand blueview Blueview ATELIER is located at “I sold everything I had and Tawnya Warren was her experience taking jewelry ATELIER, local artists and friends 145 West Channel Road. For more moved out here with two suitcas- classes at Rustic Canyon Recreation from her days at Barneys New York. information, visit blueviewatelier. es,” Warren said. wonderful state of mind.” ical feeling to the shop with an illu- Center with a group of like-mind- Pieces from Zoe, which for 13 years com. It worked out well: She was of- After working as a real estate minated array of alluring features: ed women. Although the classes are fered a job at Barneys New York in agent for six years with Berkshire Two French doors open up to a Ju- temporarily on pause due to the pan- Beverly Hills, where she continued Hathaway in the Palisades, War- liet balcony with a stunning view of demic, many of the women set up her career as a jewelry buyer and ren explained that she became an ocean waves crashing on the shore. home studios to continue crafting designer. expert on ocean-view properties. A 600-square-foot outdoor patio es- jewelry. Now, Warren has opened blue- When she first discovered her fu- tablishes the rear of the property. One of Warren’s favorite ele- view ATELIER and expanded her ture storefront, she was drawn to The crown molding of the ceiling ments of the class was the method brand to include a variety of prod- the enchanting atmosphere. and the arched hallways make up in which the women made their ucts, such as textiles, drapes, linen “To get someone to move into the structure of Warren’s boutique. jewelry; they simply used fire, a bags, skin care items and candles. a space, there has to be something Warren also dubbed the shop hammer and a saw—disregarding 818 - 697 - 6701 DJ, Photobooth, Design “All of the products are good almost magical about it,” Warren her “speakeasy store” due to the any technological devices primarily www.SpecialEventDJZ.com Lighting, Special Effects for your body,” according to War- said. blue, heavy, wooden doors with used in the industry. 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Owner months from the date of first issuance of FICTITIOUS (Signed) robert findley openhaus A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME This statement was filed with the letters to a general personal represen- No. 2020188281 robert findley 3457 ashwood avenue STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR County Clerk of Los Angeles County tative, as defined in section 58(b) of the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Husband los angeles, ca 90066 TO THAT DATE. The filing of this state- on November 12, 2020. 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Revere Literary Anthology 2020: ‘How Were the Pyramids Built?’ By JIMMY LEVY I am going to tell you about the the pyramids were built. The researchers looked at wall Contributing Writer amazing monumental pyramids the Another mystery about the pyra- paintings to help them make the dis- Egyptians built. I am going to talk mids is how they were built. Just like covery. They saw wall paintings that The Palisadian-Post has partnered about why they were built, how they all mysteries there are many theories depicted people using ropes to haul with Paul Revere Charter Middle are thought to have been built, and about this but the most popular and materials on a sled for a tomb. The School to highlight a series of pieces what the best theory of how they were most scientifically backed up is the wet sand theory is the most logical from its 2020 Literary Anthology. The built is. wet sand theory. This is the theory and most popular theory on how the following piece originally appeared in You might be thinking what could that the ancient Egyptians pulled gi- pyramids were built. the Informative Argumentative Essays a structure that monstrous be used for ant blocks of stone through wet sand The ancient Egyptian pyramids section of the anthology, released in 4,500 years ago? Well, they actual- to reduce friction. are an amazing things and have spring, and has been reprinted here ly served a practical purpose but not Physicists at the University of many mysteries. Many of the mys- with permission. one that needed such a monumentally Amsterdam explored the forces need- teries aren’t solved but lots of them sized structure. The purpose of these ed to pull extremely heavy objects on are being solved or getting closer to Imagine a structure so extraordinari- pyramids was to serve as tombs for the a giant sled over sand and discovered being solved. Once we uncover all ly large that it could’ve taken 30 years pharaohs. You probably think this is a that dampening the sand in front of the mysteries of ancient Egypt and to build and every part of it is exactly crazy thing to use as a tomb, and it is! the sled reduced friction and would their pyramids we can better under- symmetrical! Now think of a structure These tombs were built to last forev- make the sled much easier to pull, stand all aspects of it, the people who that huge and that precisely built that er and withstand any and all weather which would very well explain how lived there, and all of its religion and was made over 4,500 years ago! events that could break it. That is why they transported materials. culture. Photo courtesy of Revere Literary Anthology

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If yo thr l Estate L Spring Home & Garden nker Rea petting zoo, arts and crafts and, of “She’s having a lot of fun seeing “We could not do this with- for the petting zoo, said,l d“Thiswell Ba is Candidates Forum ed by Co ience the dif arks own course, an Easter egg hunt. The Eas- the animals in the petting zoo and out the support and leadership of so fun!”ed service m Special Section e register l Logo, ar ernationa On Tuesday, April 29, at 7 views Int • Expert Setup, Optimization, Repair anker Pre - ldwell B p.m., the You don’t need to have a d the Co ional® an Internat cratic Club State Sen- green thumb to enjoy the Spring Contact Michael Previews today to exper will host a ll Banker , Coldwe Pierson Home & Garden supplement in ker Logo ate Candidates Forum at well Ban Crystal Ballthe Cold Predicts Fire in Paseo Miramar this issue of the Palisadian-Post. 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State Assemblymember (AD 53) Marquez School garden, an intro- IPalis ades that I inherited from Unbeknownst to me, in the course Besty Butler; activist and attor- duction to aeroponic gardening, my parents in 1981 (our family of the job, one of the workmen ney Sandra Fluke; and State Sur- moved to the Palisades in 1952 chose to use the electric outlet geon, CA Army National Guard much, much more. when I was 9). On Wednesday, behind the curtain for his power and educator Vito Imbasciani. tools, an outlet that just happened With Q&A. Snacks served. Ad- Here is what happened. to be blocked by the ball. mission free, donations welcome. I was having new ultra-clear To gain access to the out- For more info, palisadesdemclub. picture window glass installed to let, he moved the ball, as chance org, [email protected], replace the tinted glass picture would have it, in front of the cur- (310) 230-2084. 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There have been other incidents Rabbi Amy Bernstein of Ke- on trust and openness. an Church, 15905 Sunset Blvd. A Special to the Palisadian-Post in recent years, including a swasti- hillat Israel said they have not per- “I think there are tensions Q&A will follow the panel discus- ka which was spray painted on the ceived any increase in anti-Semit- around Israel more than Judaism,” sion. For more info and to RSVP, ocal Jewish leaders have not City National Bank at Swarthmore ic incidents. The issues that have she said. email palisadesrepublicans@ noticed an increase in an- and Sunset. occurred appear isolated and may Rabbi Steven Reuben agreed gmail.com or call (310) 454-4345. - One area of growing concern not have directly targeted Jews, she he has not seen an increase in an- Lsades despite a few recent incidents is Murphy Ranch. Neighbors say said. For example, the vehicle van- ti-Semitic incidents, although he ‘Walk With Love’ which have raised alarm. the compound has become a popu- dalism included derogatory terms believes some people hide their an- Phone: 310.454.1321 • Fax: 310.454.1078 • E-mail: [email protected] An Anti-Defamation League lar attraction for neo-Nazis due to for various groups. ti-Jewish feelings behind anti-Israel Seeking Volunteers report released this month shows online articles claiming it served “The Palisades feels like an in- rhetoric. anti-Semitic incidents nationwide as a home to Nazi sympathizers in credibly respectful place. We have Outside of the community, Ber- The Dr. Susan Love Re- decreased 19 percent last year, the 1930s. Riviera resident Steve really good relationships as rabbis nstein said there is too much vitriol search Foundation’s Walk With HELP WANTED 17 while California saw an even great- Bardack said there had been a dra- here with other clergy in the area,” between not just religious groups Love 2014 er decrease. However, the report matic increase in “taggers, vandals she said. “I actually feel like this is but also between Republicans and innovative breast cancer research also highlighted a growing trend and neo-Nazis” during the last two one of the really amazing examples Democrats. She believes everyone programs will take place in Pa- of epithets and vandalism against years. of what it means to still live with Jews in Los Angeles and surround- The Upper Riviera Home- a sense of neighborhood and com- on issues like feeding the poor and Palisadian-Post is a presenting • Increase Security and Reliability! ing counties. owners Association has been munity.” taking care of children. sponsor of the annual 5K Walk/ ______November’s vehicle vandalism working with law enforcement to Bernstein said they have in- “There’s so much polarization Run, which is seeking volunteers. increase patrols near the Rustic creased their programming in that I would love to have this be incident listed in the report. A vehi- Canyon hiking destination. Resi- the last couple of years and have one model of how we can respect- out about volunteer opportuni- www.PaliPost.com cle belonging to one Jewish victim dents have reported property dam- more interfaith events than ever. fully attach ourselves to values that ties, visit: actwithlove.org/walk was spray painted with swastikas age and even assaults caused by She believes they have built rela- are bigger than our own opinions,” or contact (310) 828-0060 or Looking to hire an Office Manager for and racial epithets, the report not- the groups . tionships with other faiths based she said. [email protected]. 881 Alma Real Drive, Suite 213 Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 • Avoid Downtime, Work Smarter! a hedge fund office located in Pacific Phone: 310.454.1321 Fax: 310.454.1078 E-mail: [email protected] Palisades. Responsibilities: www.PaliPost.com/subscribe • If I Can't Help - NO CHARGE! 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