CD5 Candidates Trade Barbs in Miracle Mile

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Volume 27 No. 9 Serving the West Hollywood, Hancock Park, Beverly Hills and Wilshire Communities March 2, 2017

CD5 candidates trade Jewish centers stay vigilant amid threats

An inundation of threats made n to Jewish organizations across the barbsHerd differentiates in Miraclehimself on Measure Mile S country included a Feb. 27 bomb scare at the Westside Jewish over” whether to support it. The Community Center. third candidate, Jesse Creed, an Police said an investigation City council candidate Mark attorney, said he will also vote determined that there was no cred- Herd sought to differentiate himself against it. ible threat. in the three-person 5th District race Herd used the discrepancy to “We shouldn’t let this kind of at a Feb. 25 forum at the El Rey attack his competitors. terrorism stop what we do,” said Theatre on the Miracle Mile over “How would you like a 245-foot Brian Greene, the center’s execu- the issue of Measure S. building in your backyard taking Herd, a Westwood native, is the away your sun, gridlocking your only candidate to support the mea- streets and having construction “We all must band sure, which would place a two-year trucks go by?” he said. “That’s moratorium on construction that what they’re doing at city hall.” together in the would increase development densi- Herd downplayed concerns over face of senseless ty and ban project-specific amend- the moratorium, which has been a crimes.” ments to the city’s general plan, primary sticking point for the mea- among other provisions. sure’s opponents, and praised the -Nancy K. Baron-Baer, Paul Koretz, the incumbent, said provision that requires the commu- Anti-Defamation League courtesy of Google Maps he will vote against Measure S, nity plans to be updated. The Westside Jewish Community Center was victim to a bomb scare after releasing a statement earlier See candidates page 30 this week. Similar threats have been spreading around the country. this year saying he was “mulling tive director, adding that the facility resumed business-as-usual 10 threats targeting Jewish organiza- the community should remain minutes after police officers gave tions since the beginning of this poised in response to what, so far, their clearance. year, according to the Anti- have only been “scare tactics.” There have been about 90 bomb Defamation League. Greene said See threats page 31 Hollywood police officer on desk duty Herd Creed Koretz after confrontation with Anaheim minor n Officer Kevin Ferguson could still face charges Divisive Measure S shows for fight with 13-year-old

diverging visions for L.A. The Los Angeles Police n Neighborhood Integrity Initiative Department on Monday revealed Residents debate – would reform the planning the name of the officer involved in how moratorium will approval process in Los Angeles, a confrontation last week with a 13- affect city’s housing require the city to update its zoning year-old in Anaheim that sparked plans, and most notably, restrict protests and outrage over his use of development to existing regula- force. tions set in the General Plan. Officer Kevin Ferguson with the Greg Goldin, an architectural The initiators of the measure, LAPD Hollywood Division has historian and board member with AIDS Healthcare Foundation been taken off administrative leave the Miracle Mile Residential (AHF) and the Coalition to less than one week after video footage showed him drawing a gun Association, said Measure S is the Preserve L.A., hope the reforms courtesy of YouTube most contentious initiative in the and a two-year moratorium on and shooting the ground during a struggle with the teenage boy. No Right, Officer Kevin Ferguson pulls a 13-year-old just before he fired his city that he can remember. On General Plan amendments will one was injured. gun at the ground. ease the influx of development Tuesday, he moderated a public The 13-year-old was booked at that is allowed to build beyond the forum at NCJW/LA to help voters Orange County Juvenile Hall for not arrested. for approximately three years and existing height and size limits. hash it out with the Mid City West criminal threats and battery. A 15- LAPD Detective Meghan nine months, but Aguilar could not Community and the Greater Through that, they also hope to year-old male – who attempted to Aguilar said he will be assigned give details regarding his duties Wilshire Neighborhood Council wipe away the possibility for cor- free the 13-year-old during the “non-field” duties while investiga- prior to the incident. (GWNC). ruption between developers and scuffle – was also arrested for tions into the incident are complet- The measure – also called the See Measure S page 27 assault and battery. Ferguson was ed. Ferguson has been with LAPD See Ferguson page 31 2 March 2, 2017 CALENDAR Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Monica Blvd. (323)960-4420, includes 10 model entries. Participants LGBT Book www.plays411.com/disinherit. will gain early access to the museum at 9 a.m. 6060 Wilshire Blvd. (323)930- 2277, petersen.org. SigningJoin the Los Angeles LGBT Center for a discussion with Elizabeth Women’sThe Skirball Cultural Poetry Center is hold- Schwartz on her book “Before I Do: ing its second annual celebration of A Legal Guide to Marriage, Gay and women poets on Friday, March 3 at 8 Le Salon De Thursday, March 2 Otherwise” on p.m. The forum features a discussion from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at The Village at with poets and spoken word artists MusiquesLe Salon De Musiques invites guests Ed Gould Plaza. Wendy Hartmann Alyesha Wise, Aman Batra, Chingona to “Eric Zeisl: The Melody of will moderate the discussion, which Fire, Terisa Siagatonu and Sariyah Remembrance” on Sunday, March 5 will also include information on the Idan. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd. at 4 p.m. in the Dorothy Chandler current LGBT legal climate. (310)440-4500, skirball.org. Pavilion. The classical music perfor- Suggested donation is $10. 1125 N. mance celebrates the music of Zeisl, McCadden Place. lalgbtcenter.org. Brahms, Bruch and Rontgen. Audience members will enjoy French WeHo Winter champagne and a buffet. General Book Sale admission is $85; $45 for students. Book lovers can find rarities and bar- Sounds gains at the John C. Fremont The city of West Hollywood presents 135 N. Grand Ave. (310)498-0257, Library’s book sale on Friday, the next installment of its free lesalondemusiques.com. March 3 from noon to 4 p.m., and “Winter Sounds” series with a perfor- Saturday, March 4 from noon to 5 mance by the Arohi Ensemble on Saturday, March 4 p.m. CDs, DVDs, audio books and from 4 to 5:30 SeniorJewish Family Fraud Services’ Forum LIFE pro- videos will also be offered. 6121 p.m. in the West Hollywood City gram presents a dramatization of Melrose Ave. (323)962-3521. Council Chambers. The group performs music steeped in the classical scams perpetrated against seniors on ragas and rhythm of Indian music. Wednesday, March 8 at 1 p.m. in the First-come, first-served seating will Park La Brea Activity Theater. The Gabriel Kahane be provided. 625 N. San Vicente event includes volunteers who use Gabriel Kahane, considered one of Blvd. (323)848-6377, weho.org. song, dance and humorous skits to the leading exponents of American photo by Djeneba Aduayom empower seniors to take a stand song, will per- Join Lisa Fischer and her band Grand Baton for a performance on against fraud. 475 S. Curson Ave. Friday, form on Saturday, March 4 at 7:30 p.m. at the Eli and Edythe Broad Stage. (323)936-7194. March 3 at 7:30 Model Show Fischer and Grand Baton will bring their fusion of progressive rock, psy- The Petersen Automotive Museum is p.m. at the Broad hosting the 2017 Valley Con, the chedelic soul and African, Middle Eastern and Caribbean rhythms to the Stage. Kahane largest model will draw connec- stage. They reinvent songs by Led Zeppelin, Amy Grant, Little Willie competition, swap Good Samaritan tions between the John and the Rolling Stones, and will also perform Fischer’s original meet and exhibi- romantic German compositions. Tickets start at $95. 1310 11th St., Santa Monica. tion in Los SpringThe Good Luncheon Samaritan Hospital song tradition of (310)434-3200, thebroadstage.com. Angeles, on Auxiliary is holding its Spring Event the 19th century and the singer-song- Sunday, March 5 and Luncheon on Monday, March 13 writer tradition of contemporary from 10 a.m. to 4 at 11 a.m. at the FIDM Museum and American pop music. He will also tion examines ideas such as p.m. The theme Galleries. The event supports the hos- celebrate the 10th anniversary of his Disinherit the Wind Creationism and new-Darwinism and for the event is sci- pital’s programs. Guests can view the cult song cycle “Craigslistlieder” by Matt Chait’s riveting courtroom drama asks whether people are really no more fi armor and ships. Automobile and museum’s “Art of Motion Picture performing all eight of the irreverent “Disinherit the Wind” runs from than the sum of their physical parts. aircraft models, as well as armor, Costume Design” exhibit. Admission and poignant song settings of classi- Friday, March 3 through Sunday, Showtimes are 8 p.m., Wednesday, ships, figures and science fiction mod- is $45; RSVP requested by March 8. fied Craigslist ads. 1310 11th St., April 9 at The Complex (Ruby Friday and Saturday; 3 p.m., Sunday. els will be displayed. Entry is included 919 S. Grand Ave. (213)977-2358 or Santa Monica. thebroadstage.com. Theatre) in Hollywood. The produc- General admission is $25. 6476 Santa with $15 museum admission and (213)977-2359. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 3 March 2, 2017 LAPD’s Hollywood Division L.A High locked works to curb deportation fears down after hoax bomb threat As the White House “It’s real fear Administration continues to clear these families the way for more deportations, are living with.” Los Angeles High School was fears and anxiety are surging evacuated shortly after 8 a.m. on among immigrant communities, -Officer Pacheko Wednesday morning after a caller law enforcement officials said. LAPD made a bomb threat directed at the Those fears have spread to school. The incident was deter- Hollywood, said Sgt. Daryl Davis mined to be a hoax. and Officer M. Pacheko of the Pacheko said many parents Students were sequestered LAPD Hollywood Division. They requested a second meeting for inside a building on campus that said some parents were not drop- the same reason, but that has not authorities determined to be safe ping students off for the division’s been scheduled or planned yet. while the Los Angeles Police Junior Cadet Program and other For now, the department is plan- Department’s Bomb Squad and events because they were afraid ning to educate children in Los officers from the Los Angeles photo by Edwin Folven Angeles schools to tell them what they would get deported. School Police Department Los Angeles Police Department’s Bomb Squad and officers from Pacheko said about three weeks local police are allowed to do. checked all other buildings. Police the Los Angeles School Police Department secured the building on ago, some parents told her they “We’re not attorneys. We can’t stressed that the students were Wednesday. were “very concerned” and felt advise them what to do legally. safe and asked parents not to come “very unstable” because they But we can educate them. There is to the school because streets were We set up a perimeter around the which is also located on the cam- could not be sure what was going a lot of false information out right blocked around the campus. school and the Bomb Squad pus. The search concluded at on with immigration in the coun- now,” Pacheko said. “Safety is first, and the students [searched] the buildings.” approximately 12:30 p.m. when try. The LAPD could continue to [were] safe,” said Sgt. Cleon The lockdown included approx- police determined the threat was a “They hear on the news, or gos- develop the education project to Joseph, with the Los Angeles imately 1,200 to 1,300 students hoax. sip from neighbors. There were eventually be able to visit all the Police Department’s Wilshire from Los Angeles High School Police declined to provide any notes left on cars that police offi- schools, but that idea is in its Division. “Our first objective is to and the Los Angeles Girls information about the caller or cers are arresting anyone with a beginning stages. make sure the situation is secure. Academic Leadership Academy, who received the call. warrant or with any issues with the police in the past and deport- ing them,” she said. “So they said, ‘We’re not sure if we want to bring them around the station or any of the officers.” Last week, the division hosted a meeting for the Junior Cadets and their families, as well as others who have had similar fears to try to curb their anxiety. “It’s real fear that these families are living with,” Pacheko said. She said the department has been receiving reports that some parents don’t want to drop their children off in front of school, either. Instead, they drop them two or three blocks away. “And they’re only 5 or 6 years old,” Pacheko said. “That’s not OK.” At the meeting, officers explained that the department has no legal right to ask about citizenship status. Adding to confusion are reports that federal immigration officers have been identifying themselves as “police” when conducting raids. “That’s not us,” Pacheko said. “We’re just the local police department.” Last week, Mayor Eric Garcetti and City Attorney Mike Feuer sent a letter to the federal offices requesting that immigration officers refrain from identifying themselves as local police, though the practice is not illegal. At the meeting, officers also discussed the decades-old Special Order 40, which the city council reaffirmed in February. Special Order 40 prohibits officers from searching people specifically to learn their citizenship or immigration status. Special Order 40 established the principles that the role of local law enforcement is not to enforce federal immigration law, and that doing so would make it more difficult to investigate crimes that occur in the city. City Councilmen Paul Koretz, 5th District, and Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, said the communities would be less safe without the order. In February, Koretz said the city needs people to be willing to report crimes. He said it would embolden criminals if the city did not have Special Order 40 in place. 4 March 2, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Suspects arrested for robbery Burglaryn crew targets Melrose Avenue restaurant Suspects also likely burglarized business atn Beverly Hills Policeboutique Department. Three adults and Using information from secu- on Pico Boulevard two juveniles are rity cameras and a Los Angeles Police Department helicopter, taken into custody officers identified and arrested Wilshire Division detectives are the three additional suspects at searching for four suspects who undisclosed locations in the broke into Lala’s Argentine Grill in Beverly Hills Police Beverly Hills business triangle, the Melrose Avenue shopping dis- Department officers arrested five which has boundaries of South trict on Feb. 21 and stole more than suspects on Feb. 24 who alleged- Santa Monica and Wilshire $11,000 in cash. ly robbed a boutique in the 9500 Boulevard, and North Canon The burglars forced open a glass block of Brighton Way and led Drive. No injuries were reported. door at approximately 5:30 a.m. and police on separate foot chases. Three of the suspects were stole cash before fleeing the restau- Police responded to reports of adults, while the other two were rant at 7229 Melrose Ave. They wore a strong-arm robbery at 2:15 p.m. juveniles. The adult suspects “skeleton” masks and were likely photo by Gregory Cornfield in which the suspects forced their were identified as Marcelle part of a burglary crew because they Burglars targeted Lala’s Argentine Grill on Feb. 21. Detectives with the way out of the store. Officers Christion, 20; Cassidy Poston, specifically targeted the restaurant, arrived within minutes and sepa- 19; and Ladrina McFarland, 19, according to Det. Joe Alves, with the LAPD’s Wilshire Division are investigating. rately chased two of the suspects all of Los Angeles. The two other Wilshire Division. before taking them into custody. suspects were not identified The same suspects are believed to the business owners on Melrose to Burglary crews from other parts of Police declined to name the because they are juveniles, but have burglarized the Casa Chocolate get them to harden the target.” the city often target businesses in the store that was targeted. The sus- police said they were both 16- Cafe at 5450 Pico Blvd. early the Police recommend security mea- Wilshire Division, so Alvez wants pects stole two handbags each year-old residents of Los same morning and stole cash. Alves sures such as surveillance cameras, owners to be aware and take precau- valued at $1,500, said Lt. Lincoln Angeles. All five were booked is uncertain why the two businesses gates that cover business facades and tions. No further description of the Hoshino, with the Beverly Hills for robbery and conspiracy. were targeted, other than the suspects alarms. Alvez added that there is a suspects was available. were committing crimes of opportu- new film available that can be Anyone with information about nity. “It’s a target-rich environment,” applied to glass to make windows the break-in is asked to call detec- he said. “We are trying to work with harder to smash. tives at (213)922-8205.

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Jorge Chavez, who p.m. at the LAPD Olympic For information, visit sheriffsre- firmation e-mails and official-look- vimeo.com/205309440. For infor- was recently diagnosed with Division, 1130 S. Vermont Ave. lief.org/2017/01/special-requesting paperwork. Many times they mation, visit da.co.la.ca.us. leukemia and needs a transplant. Additionally, a bone marrow drive sgt-jorge-chavez. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 5 March 2, 2017 6 March 2, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Beverly Hills candidates discuss transparency, youth n “Those kinds of communication “One of the reasons it goes on so Beverly Hills High are important,” he said. “I think the late is to provide abundant opportu- School hosts forum city needs to do more to make the nities for public input, but that knowledge of that more available becomes counterproductive,” he ahead of election to its residents.” said. “It goes on so late that resi- Friedman’s other platforms dents really can’t attend and take include implementing public park- part the entire time,” and some- Seven candidates competing for ing to accompany all new develop- times topics of interest aren’t three seats on Beverly Hills City addressed “until very late in the Council participated in a student- evening.” led forum at Beverly Hills High “Each council Wunderlich suggested having School on Feb. 22 in one of their person should have high school students help council final opportunities to persuade vot- disseminate its messaging via ers. a student who social media to help it reach a wider Seats held by incumbents Mayor follows them, who local audience. John A. Mirisch, Vice Mayor is a shadow for a Finkel, whose positions include Nancy H. Krasne and having the city work more closely photo by Luke Harold Councilwoman Kathy Reims, who year, or two years. with the Beverly Hills Unified Candidates for Beverly Hills City Council last week debated at Beverly is completing former Councilman It’s an immersion School District, suggested that resi- Willie Brien’s term and will not be way to learn what dents should follow the proceed- Hills City Hall. The election will be on March 7. on the ballot, are up for election on the city does and ings of the various commission about it, watch it.” Mirisch pointed to the city’s for- March 7. meetings. how to do it.” Krasne has said she wants anoth- mation of the sunshine task force to Challengers Eliot Finkel, city “They’re in the trenches of er term to implement underground promote transparency, and the treasurer of Beverly Hills; Les developing the policies that are -Vera Markowitz utilities and other infrastructure city’s social media presence to Friedman, an attorney and Beverly brought before city council for a upgrades. expand its reach. Hills traffic and parking commis- Beverly Hills City Council decision,” he said. candidate Markowitz, who has suggested “We have unprecedented acces- sioner; Vera Markowitz, who co- Finkel also encouraged residents turning Rodeo Drive into a walking sibility,” he said. “Our emails are owned a small medical practice in to contact council members person- promenade to spur business, also online, our phone numbers are, we Beverly Hills for 30 years with her ment, and bolstering the city’s fire ally. suggested a way that the city’s can easily be reached. The city husband; Francis Bilak, a retired and police personnel. “All the members of the city youth can get involved with city tweets, the city is on Facebook, the domestic relations attorney and Bilak, whose platform includes council are available. All you have hall. city has its own news show that Beverly Hills recreation and parks adding more green space and better to do is call them,” he said. “Each council person should actually does, somehow, in a com- commissioner; and Robert maintaining Beverly Hills parks, Krasne, who served on the city’s have a student who follows them, pact way discuss what the council Wunderlich, a business consultant suggested having regular opportu- architectural commission before who is a shadow for a year, or two has been doing. It’s all available for and director of the Metropolitan nities for city stakeholders to meet. her election to council in 2007, said years,” she said. “It’s an immersion somebody who’s interested.” Water District representing Beverly “Just like [high school students] students should spend time in city way to learn what the city does and Mirisch’s campaign has focused Hills also participated in the forum. have assemblies during the day for hall. how to do it. If you don’t get on maintaining the city’s General Much of the discussion centered various issues, you should have an “We welcome you in there, we involved at this age, you will not be Plan, which shuns skyscrapers in around transparency, and ways to educational summit where you can want you to come in and take a interested in politics and in govern- favor of a “low-rise, human-scale get more young people involved in ask the questions of the council look,” she said. “You have incredi- ment much later. This is your time and livable” community. local government. The forum was members and of the school district ble programs on [local television to be part of the city and we wel- Polls will be open between 7 a.m. moderated by Beverly Hills High as to what’s going on,” she said. station] KBEV, and I think it’s come your input and opportunity.” and 8 p.m. on March 7. Jim Wayne, School students Evan Nehmadi and Her campaign website states extraordinary. You can see every- Markowitz has also suggested owner of Jim Wayne Salon, will Samantha Boudaie, with several she’s running to make Beverly thing going on. If there’s something adding more nightlife in Beverly also appear on the ballot, but he is other students in attendance. Hills “more livable, usable and of interest to you and you care Hills to bolster revenue. no longer campaigning. Friedman, who has lived in accessible.” Beverly Hills for 32 years, said that Wunderlich, who has lived in residents should be made more Beverly Hills with his wife for aware of digital communications more than 17 years, said the length offered by the city, such as text of city council meetings can be dis- alerts for citywide emergencies. engaging. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 7 March 2, 2017

referendum. ward with this billboard because of In 2011, council ordered a hold public benefits such as funds gener- West Hollywood petitioners cause controversy on applications for off-site adver- ated for the city and the ways it tisement requests because of poten- could integrate into future plans to over Sunset Strip billboard project tial legal threats. upgrade the Sunset Strip. As of May 2012, the billboard In October 2014, the city’s plan- negate Regency’s effort. Rainbow Bar and Grill did not was going to be included in a study ning commission approved the bill- For the Regency petition to have respond to requests for comment. that reviewed new billboards along board application to go before city A petition circulating in West a chance at blocking the billboard, At its Jan. 23 meeting, West Sunset Boulevard in preparation for council. The next month, council Hollywood by Regency Outdoor it needs signatures from 10 percent Hollywood City Council unani- an update to the city’s Sunset asked that the billboard, which was Advertising is seeking to reverse a of West Hollywood’s registered mously approved a zone map Specific Plan. But based on a devel- slated to stand 110 feet above the city council-approved billboard to voters, according to West amendment to allow the billboard, opment agreement, the city decided sidewalk, be more appropriately be placed on the Sunset Strip. Hollywood City Clerk Yvonne which would replace a double- to move forward with the applica- integrated into its surroundings. Lisa Marie Belsanti, the city’s Quarker. It would then either go sided billboard currently mounted tion for the billboard, at 9015 In December 2016, the planning director of communications, con- before city council for a vote on a on the Rainbow’s roof. Sunset Blvd., ahead of the sched- commission recommended council firmed that another petition by Ace repeal, or go before voters in a ref- Attempts to move forward with uled completion of the Sunset approval of the billboard. Outdoor Advertising, which erendum in a future election. the billboard date back to February Specific Plan review. Council gave its approval earlier applied to the city for the billboard, Regency did not respond to a 2010, when West Hollywood City Council evaluates development this year after the billboard’s height and the Rainbow Bar and Grill, request for comment on why it’s Council unanimously approved its agreements on a case-by-case basis, was reduced to approximately 89 which owns the property on which trying to prevent the billboard. installation. Council repealed the according to a planning commis- feet, and other design modifications the billboard would stand, seeks to Ace Outdoor Advertising and the decision a few months later due to a sion report; it decided to move for- were made. Complaint filed against WeHo election committee money flows from and to whom.” The independent expenditure “Think about it,” it reads on the committee distributed several mail- Kaufman Legal Group, repre- group’s website. “If real estate ers criticizing Duran and Heilman, senting James Duke Mason – a reg- developers and other special inter- but “failed to comply” with the dis- istered voter in West Hollywood – est groups didn’t believe their con- claimer requirements for indepen- asked the city to investigate cam- tributions influenced elected offi- dent expenditure advertisements, paign mailers sent to residents in an cials, why would they be pouring so according to Mason’s complaint. effort to influence the upcoming much money into politicians’ elec- “West Hollywood voters have March 7 election. tion campaigns?” been deprived of critical informa- A complaint filed with the city One of the group’s most recent tion prior to the election,” the com- alleges that an independent expen- posts shows the top 10 investors plaint continued. diture committee and two of its with real estate interests for Duran West Hollywood city code stipu- members – William Resnick and and Heilman over the past 10 years, lates that the committee must iden- Scott Schmidt – violated city code along with their corresponding tify the names of the top three and the disclaimer provision of the development plans for the city. For donors that have made the highest Political Reform Act. example, according to the post, total contributions to the commit- photo by Jon Viscott “West Hollywood Money and Townscape Partners – developers tee. Mailers sent by committees Above, West Hollywood City Hall. The city’s election is on March 7. Politics” appears to be a committee of the proposed 8150 Sunset project must state who they were “paid for to support city council candidates and the 8899 Beverly Blvd. project by” in 14-point bold san serif type. the candidate. Independent com- for the committee: Resnick for Steve Martin and Cynthia Blatt, and – with Angelo Gordon have donat- And the mailer must contain a “not mittees are not allowed to coordi- $25,000 and Schmidt for $100. opposed to incumbent Councilmen ed $42,450 to their campaigns since authorized” disclaimer to explain nate with the campaigns of the can- Schmidt ran for city council in John Duran and John Heilman, 2007. Combined Properties, devel- that it was not paid for by the candidates they are promoting. according to the complaint. opers of the Sunset Time project didate or a committee controlled by Campaign reports list two donors See WeHo page 27 According to the group’s website, where the House of Blues used to its mission is to help voters under- be, donated $22,598 in the same stand “where the political campaign time.

photo courtesy of Kirk Moody Nancy Paulikas has been missing since Oct. 15. Police and family members hope a tip will lead to her whereabouts. Search continues for missing woman n use a restroom and when he Paulikas has not been returned, his wife had disap- seen since walking away peared. from LACMA in October Security camera footage showed Paulikas, 55, walking on Wilshire Boulevard west of Fairfax Avenue toward McCarthy Four-and-a-half-months after a Vista approximately 15 to 20 min- woman suffering from early-onset utes after Moody last saw her. The Alzheimer’s disease went missing family initially called officers after walking out of the Los from the Los Angeles Police Angeles County Museum of Art, Department’s Wilshire Division, police and family members are who were unable to locate her in still searching for her. the surrounding neighborhood. No new information has sur- The case has since been trans- faced about the whereabouts of ferred to police in Manhattan Nancy Paulikas, who went to the Beach, where Moody and museum on Oct. 15 with family Paulikas live. members and was separated from “There are no new leads,” said them at approximately 2:15 p.m. Sgt. Tim Zins, with the Manhattan in the museum’s Ahmanson Beach Police Department. “We Building. The missing woman’s are still at a stalemate. We need to husband Kirk Moody last saw her keep it out there, because she is entering a women’s restroom on out there somewhere.” the second floor of the building. Moody has enlisted friends, Moody walked to the first floor to See Nancy page 30 8 March 2, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

n ‘M’March is 7 ballot for initiative marijuana would create regulations for recreational use industry regulating itself. This is an Voters in Los Angeles will cast approach that protects ballots on March 7 on Proposition the city.” M, an initiative that will pave the Specifically, way for the city to regulate legal Proposition M gives the recreational marijuana. mayor and city council Proposition M was authored by authority to regulate the Southern California Coalition, a commercial cannabis marijuana industry trade associa- activity. Dispensaries tion, which worked with Council that are already regis- President Herb Wesson, 10th tered with the city under District. It would replace Proposition D would be photo courtesy of the Mayor’s Office Proposition D, a measure approved given priority for busi- photo courtesy of Documentary Tube.com Mayor Eric Garcetti announces that the city hit its goal 15,000 youth by voters in 2013 to regulate med- ness licenses. Some dis- ical marijuana dispensaries, and pensaries would continue tions and best practices from jobs, set last year. would give the city council and the to sell medical marijuana, while experts in other states that have mayor of Los Angeles control over others would sell marijuana for already legalized recreational mari- regulating businesses that sell recreational use. juana. recreational marijuana. The measure also authorizes the Los Angeles City Attorney Mike L.A. connected 15,000 people A competing initiative on recre- city to enact criminal penalties and Feuer has not taken a formal posi- ational marijuana – Ordinance N – fines for violating regulations, and tion on Proposition M. will also appear on the ballot, but its authorizes the city to tax gross If Measure M passes, the City with jobs last year Mayor Eric Garcetti on Monday joined the Los Angeles Area Chamber authors have abandoned the mea- receipts of marijuana sales. The Attorney’s role would be to advise of Commerce, Delta Airlines and L.A. business leaders to celebrate the sure and are now supporting taxes would be 5 percent on gross council and the mayor as they 2016 HIRE LA’s Youth program goal to employ 15,000 young people. Proposition M. That measure receipts of medical marijuana, 10 develop the regulatory framework The mayor also announced a new goal to hire 20,000 young people for would create a system for taxation, percent on gross receipts of recre- contemplated by Measure M, year-round employment by 2020 – more than quadruple the number of but provides no power to the city to ational marijuana. according to Frank Mateljan, a youth jobs that were coordinated by city hall when he entered office. create regulations and enforcement Adam Spiker, executive director spokesman for the Los Angeles Since 2013, the HIRE LA’s Youth program has placed more than 43,000 strategies. for the Southern California City Attorney’s Office. young people in summer jobs. If voters approve Proposition M, Coalition, said Proposition M will The Los Angeles Police “Every young person deserves the opportunity to earn a paycheck and the city council will begin the give government officials control Department also declined to com- gain skills that will put them on a path to prosperity,” Garcetti said. “I will process of enacting specific regula- over what he called a billion-dollar ment on Proposition M, although keep raising the bar and setting our sights higher – because HIRE LA’s tions for businesses that sell recre- industry. LAPD Chief Charlie Beck is listed Youth is an investment that pays off in their lives today, and holds the ational marijuana. It will include “I would rather be proactive than on the Los Angeles City Clerk’s promise of a brighter future for our city and the entire region.” rules for licensing, where and how reactive,” Spiker said. “It provides election informational pamphlet as This week also marks the launch of the Los Angeles Area Chamber’s marijuana can be sold, how much sensible regulation, sustainable tax- one of the people who signed the L.A. Talent Challenge. The chamber will place work-ready, certified high marijuana businesses will be taxed, ation, licensing and enforcement. argument in favor of the proposi- school or college students in industries they feel passionate about. In turn, and how the regulations will be It’s about legitimizing the industry tion. The pamphlet states that no companies have the opportunity to develop their future workforce, enforced. so it can be enforced and taxed.” argument against Proposition M strengthen Los Angeles’ future talent and bolster the city’s economy. Wesson said Proposition M gives Both Wesson and Spiker was submitted. “I am excited to take part in the Chamber’s L.A. Talent Challenge to local government power over mari- addressed recent threats by the However, some people in the find 500 more companies to sponsor or hire one or more student interns juana sales, and puts the city ahead Trump Administration indicating local neighborhood worry that this summer,” said Steve Nissen, chair of the Los Angeles Area Chamber of the curve before the state estab- that the federal government may Proposition M, or any other mea- of Commerce board. lishes a framework for such busi- step up enforcement in states with sures to regulate recreational mari- HIRE LA’s Youth provides job opportunities for Angelenos between nesses and allows them to open, recreational marijuana. juana, will not solve problems asso- the ages of 14 and 24, placing them in industries including transportation, which is expected next year. The “I don’t think we can create a ciated with an over-proliferation of healthcare, hospitality, entertainment, government and financial services. plans is for neighborhood councils, policy based on speculation based businesses selling the drug in Along with work experience, the program offers training opportunities, community groups and residents to on what [Trump] will or will not neighborhoods. on-the-job mentoring, financial literacy workshops and other resources. work with the city to create the do,” Wesson said. “As a community activist, I am “Investing in our youth today will reap untold dividends in the future,” framework if Proposition M is “We will have to see how it is all still not thrilled that we have an said Los Angeles County Supervisor and board chairman Mark Ridley- approved. going to shake out,” Spiker added. over-abundance and an and an Thomas. “HIRE LA’s Youth provides some of our most vulnerable and “It was important for us to get in Wesson said the city council’s over-concentration of [dispen- at-risk youth with the opportunity to earn their first paycheck, as well as front of this issue,” Wesson said. “I Rules, Elections, saries] in our district,” said Melrose receiving valuable training and experience that can serve as building had concerns about the marijuana Intergovernmental Relations and Action Neighborhood Watch co- blocks to success.” Neighborhoods committee has founder Peter Nichols. “You can’t The program provides career exploration opportunities to low-income already begun holding hearings to walk down the block and not pass youth. 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CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the West Hollywood Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to consider the following item: photo courtesy of the 5th District Council Office Four-way stop signs were recently installed at Citrus Avenue and LOCATIONS: CITYWIDE, West Hollywood, California First and Second Streets in Hancock Park after residents in the neighborhood worked with Councilman Paul Koretz and representatives of the 5th District Council Office. Residents were concerned about cars REQUEST: Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to eliminate the speeding through the neighborhood. Koretz’s district director John Green Building Program incentives. Darnell (left) worked with community members and the Los Angeles Department of Transportation to prioritize the project. Darnell is pictured with a crew from the Los Angeles Bureau of Street Services. PERMIT(S): Zone Text Amendment, and any other required permits.

APPLICANT(S): City of West Hollywood

TIME/PLACE Thursday, March 16, 2017 New leadership appointed to OF HEARING: at 6:30 p.m. West Hollywood Park Public Meeting Room – StateThe California Board State Boardof Equalization of newest member of the Franchise Council Chambers Equalization (BOE) selected mem- Tax Board, I look forward to con- 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard ber Diane Harkey as the board’s tinue working with my colleagues West Hollywood, CA 90069 new chair, and George Runner as to achieve the fair and equal admin- vice chair, at a meeting on Feb. 23. istration of tax law to ensure all tax- Harkey will also serve on the payers are heard,” Harkey said. ZONES: Citywide California Franchise Tax Board The BOE administers (FTB). California’s sales and use, fuel, ENVIRONMENTAL “As chair of the California State alcohol, tobacco and other taxes. Board of Equalization and as the For information, visit boe.ca.gov. STATUS: Categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section §15061 (Review for Exemption)

The staff report will be available on Thursday, March 9, 2017, at City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard, the W.H. Library, 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, and on-line at www.weho.org

IF YOU CHALLENGE this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the Public Hearing described in this notice, or in the written correspondence delivered to the West Hollywood Planning Commission, via the Community Development Department at, or prior to, the Public Hearing.

To comply with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) will be available for checkout at the meeting. If you require special assistance to participate in this meeting (e.g., a signer for the hearing impaired), you must call, or submit your request in writing to the Office of the City Clerk at (323) 848-6409 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. The City TDD line for the hearing impaired is (323) 848-6496.

Special meeting related accommodations (e.g., transportation) may be provided upon written request to the Office of the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. For information on public transportation, call 1-323-GO-METRO (323/466-3876) or go to www.metro.net

ALL INTERESTED PERSONS are invited to attend said Public Hearing to express their opinion in this matter.

For further information contact Robyn Eason, Senior Planner, in the Community Development Department at (323) 848-6475; or via email at: [email protected]

Yvonne Quarker, City Clerk

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Malibu ClothesClothes is tailoredstill offers Stan’s customer- to clients’actor Cesar Romero needs and comedian oriented approach specifically tai- Milton Berle. Television and movie Malibu Clothes founder Stan lored to its clientele. Until just 10 studios frequently call Firestone to Firestone was a haberdasher in New years ago, customers had to know dress their casts. In the 1980s, gar- York decades ago, selling fine men’s someone at the company or had to ments from Malibu Clothes could be clothing to department stores. In be referred by a previous customer seen on “Dallas,” “Dynasty,” 1946, he expanded to the West Coast to gain access to the inventory of “Falcon Crest” and “Knots and operated out of a loft in down- suits. Now, the fine menswear is Landing.” More recently, the cloth- town Los Angeles. available to everyone. ing has been worn by actors on “Ray When a friend needed a suit for a Rick Firestone, who runs Malibu Donovan” and “Agents of wedding, Firestone styled him. The Clothes with his sons Drew and Ian, S.H.I.E.L.D.” rest is history, said Stan’s son Rick said the store keeps impeccable “Over the years, we have done Firestone, who now operates the records of customers’ sizes, style one of the largest studio businesses store at 259 S. Beverly Dr. in Beverly preferences and past purchases on in the world,” Firestone said. “You Hills. index cards in an automated can go down the list. All the studios “A week or two later, my dad got a Stratomatic filing machine that is a for television shows and movies call from another guy who said, ‘I throwback to his father. With the would get their clothing from us.” was at the wedding and that was a push of a button, the machine cycles Stan Firestone originally opened a photo by Edwin Folven great suit. Could I buy one if I come through the index cards until Beverly Hills store in 1958, and pur- Malibu Clothes owner Rick Firestone displays photographs of his father down?’” Firestone said. “He kept Firestone finds the one he needs. chased the Beverly Hills building Stan Firestone and others who have been part of the store’s success getting requests from friends and The attention to detail and personal where the Malibu Clothes is current- over the past seven decades. friends of friends, and he realized he service, and the availability of thou- ly located around 1970. Rick was selling as many suits [to individ- sands of suits at wholesale prices, described his father as a pioneer in uals] as he was to the stores.” has been a seven-decade recipe for the men’s clothing business whose He treated everyone the same, no with a cheap fabric, after a few dry Seventy-one years later, Malibu success, Firestone said. formula for success was a model for matter who they were.” cleanings it will look like a rag. If “With some families, we are on many companies that came later. Malibu Clothes sells suits, sport you buy a quality suit, it is going to the fourth generation of customer,” “He was an extremely sharp busi- coats, slacks, shirts, socks, belts and last years,” Firestone said. “As the Firestone added. “It’s trust. That’s nessman. He pretty much blazed the accessories. The garments are made world changed, the business really a foundation for success. trail for everything that came after from fine Italian fabrics, and the changed. We can fit anybody. There Program shows What winds up happening with a us, the whole discount clothing busi- prices are always wholesale, is nobody like us anywhere.” new customer is once you come in ness,” Firestone said. Firestone added. here and see these garments and the Stan passed away in 2015 at the After decades of selling to long- determination of selection in your size, you become a age of 89, but his values and busi- time customers and people who customer for life.” ness acumen shaped Malibu were referred, Firestone has expand- Firestone said that was how the Clothes. ed his business to include window three Holocaust Stratomatic filing machine began “He was tough as nails when it shoppers on Beverly Drive and filling up with index cards on cus- came to business. With the people reaching out to new customers with tomers, many of whom he knows on he bought from, he would bang and advertising. Firestone grew up in survivorsIn the final days of World War II, a first name basis. His past clientele bang and bang to get lower prices, Beverly Hills and loves the city. He three young women in the same includes celebrities and sports fig- so he could turn around and give the hopes men looking for a perfect fit concentration camp gave birth to ures like NBA superstars Michael customers better value,” Firestone will stop by Malibu Clothes. babies who survived against all Jordan and Jerry West and coaches added. “He was probably one of the “They will be pleasantly sur- odds. The United States Holocaust Pat Riley and Chuck Daly, as well as most honest businessmen around. prised. If you buy a cheap suit made Memorial Museum will share their stories at “Born Survivors: The Extraordinary Stories of Three Young Mothers” on Tuesday, Join Community Leaders in Supporting March 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the Wilshire Boulevard Temple’s Audrey and Sydney Irmas Campus. Bob Wunderlich The program is co-presented by the Wilshire Boulevard Temple. for Beverly Hills City Council Guests will meet one of the "Bob Wunderlich is the candidate we all hope for - infant survivors, Hana Berger he's a resident first - he's a businessman and a sci- Moran, and Wendy Holden, who chronicled their stories in the book entist. Bob is not a part of any clique or beholden “Born Survivors: Three Young to any special interest group. He's a bright guy Mothers and Their Extraordinary and a good guy and I'm voting for him for City Story of Courage, Defiance, and Council." Hope.” – Kathy Reims, The three young mothers – Beverly Hills City Councilmember Priska, Rachel and Anka – were separated from their families by the “Bob’s financial expertise, business acumen Nazis. They were first sent to and stellar credentials are critical to ensure Auschwitz, then Freiberg and final- fiscal responsibility and accountability for ly Mauthausen. Despite being strangers to one another, the our City. I enthusiastically support Bob’s women had something in common. election to City Council.” All were a few months pregnant – Barry Brucker, and needed to keep it a secret from Former Beverly Hills Mayor their Nazi captors. The women believed they would die, but were “As a long-time friend and neighbor, I know determined to survive and protect Bob is an independent thinker who will help the lives of their unborn babies. ensure our residential quality of life. Bob “This is an incredible story of will be a champion on City Council to pro- hope and resilience and of mother mote openness in government.” and infant survival under the gravest conditions,” said Steven - Alissa Roston, Beverly Hills Parks Klappholz, the museum’s western and Recreation Commissioner regional director. “Wendy Holden’s “Bob has worked diligently as the City’s representative at Metropolitan Water District. He is book chronicles the challenges a reasoned decision maker who values open and inclusive government. I am confident faced by each of the mothers at the that he will devote himself to preserving the quality of life of our City and making Beverly time, while the program discussion Hills even better. provides the audience with a life- – Noah Furie, Vice Chair, Beverly Hills Cultural Heritage Commission line to the past by Hana Berger Moran, one of the surviving children.” “Bob will respect the views of all members of our community in reaching his decisions. He Holden will sign copies of her is a forward-looking thinker who will promote the interests of the next generation of Beverly book following the free program. Hills residents.” Registration is required for atten- – Ori Blumenfeld, Beverly Hills Human Relations Commissioner dance by visiting ushmm.org/events/holden-losange- “I know Bob to be a reasoned and thoughtful decision maker. He will be a valuable partner les. Wilshire Boulevard Temple’s on Beverly Hills City Council as we address the many regional issues facing Southern Cali- Audrey and Sydney Irmas Campus fornia. Beverly Hills would be fortunate to have him serve on City Council.” is located at 11661 West Olympic Blvd. For information, call – Mike Feuer, City Attorney, City of Los Angeles (310)556-3222 or email at west- Paid for by Robert Wunderlich for City Council 2017, ID# 1390583 [email protected]. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 11 March 2, 2017 12 March 2, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press Symposium offers hope for ExpectConstruction onclosures the Purple Line due to Purple Line subway work Extension subway project is contin- uing, with the Los Angeles County people with panreatic cancer Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) conducting advanced utility relocation work in Beverly Hills through Monday, March 6 along the north side of Wilshire Boulevard and on La Cienega Boulevard north of Wilshire Boulevard. Work will occur along the north side of Wilshire between San Vicente Boulevard to just west of La Cienega, and on La Cienega just north of Wilshire. The work involves accessing underground vaults for cable pulling. One west- photo by Angela Daves-Haley bound lane of Wilshire Boulevard photo by Greg Cornfield Actress Charlotte Rae and actress and comedian Wendy will remain open between San Work on the Purple Line Exension is occurring near Wilshire Boulevard Hammers were among 30 pancreatic cancer survivors who celebrated Vicente Boulevard and Le Doux and Ogden Drive, in front of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. at the 13th annual Agi Hirshberg Symposium on Pancreatic Cancer on Road. La Cienega Boulevard will be Saturday, Feb. 25 at UCLA. Leading medical experts from throughout reduced to two lanes north of the country provided information on advances in chemotherapy, Wilshire Boulevard to Clifton Way, pling is occurring along Wilshire Wilshire Boulevard may be inter- surgery, nutrition and genetic factors. This year’s symposium includ- with a partial sidewalk closure adja- Boulevard from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., mittently reduced to one lane ed more than 225 patients, caregivers, families and medical profes- cent to the La Cienega staging yard. Monday through Friday. Westbound between Mansfield and La Brea sionals. The event was sponsored and produced by the Hirshberg Metro has also announced that Wilshire Boulevard will be intermit- Avenues. Orange Drive and Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research, a nonprofit organization there will be intermittent closures tently reduced to two lanes between Sycamore Avenue south of Wilshire dedicated to advancing research. For information, visit pancreatic.org. near Wilshire and La Cienega Fairfax Avenue and Crescent Boulevard may also be closed inter- Boulevards through March 31 for Heights Boulevard. Eastbound mittently from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. on pre-piling work. The work will Wilshire Boulevard may be inter- weekdays. There will also be inter- occur on South Gale and South mittently reduced to two lanes mittent sidewalk closures on the Hamilton Drives, and will require between Crescent Heights south side of Wilshire Boulevard intermittent closures of the streets at Boulevard and Orange Grove between La Brea and Mansfield Weedman to lead Gay Men’s Wilshire Boulevard. Piling opera- Avenue. Additionally, Wilshire Avenues. tions will follow at the locations in Boulevard will be closed on week- For information, visit metro.net. Chorus of Los Angeles the coming months, and Metro will ends near Fairfax Avenue for deck- Members of the public with ques- Wells Fargo Foundation senior musical performance. The organi- provide advance construction notifi- ing construction. tions or concerns about Purple Line vice president Jonathan Weedman zation also focuses on educational cation. Excavation and utility work is Extension construction activity can has been appointed executive youth outreach programs. They Geotechnical instrumentation and ongoing near Wilshire Boulevard also call the 24-hour project hotline director of the Gay Men’s Chorus include the national “It Gets decking preparation is also continu- and La Brea Avenue in a closed at (213)922-6934, and email the of Los Angeles (GMCLA). Better” tour, the Alive Music ing near Wilshire Boulevard and work area along the south side of project team at The native Angeleno and award- Project, an anti-bullying program Fairfax Avenue. Tar and gas sam- Wilshire Boulevard. Westbound [email protected]. winning business leader and phil- that has reached nearly 50,000 anthropist is an ardent supporter of middle and high school students in the arts and LGBT rights. the last 10 years, and the annual Weedman will guide the organiza- Voice Awards, honoring people tion’s 270-plus choral members who speak out against bigotry, Re-elect Paul Koretz on March 7 and work with the chorus’ board homophobia and injustice. and staff members, including board Weedman is a classically trained chair John Duran, a West pianist. As the senior vice president Performance not Promises Hollywood city councilman. of the Wells Fargo Foundation, he “Jonathan Weedman is admired oversees an annual charitable con- We support across greater Los Angeles for his tributions budget of over $25 mil- LGBT and fine arts advocacy,” lion. Paul Koretz Duran said. “He will lead GMCLA Weedman has also served as through our next chapters advanc- commissioner for the Los Angeles for his Lifetime of ing LGBT equality, protecting our Cultural Affairs Department, as Public Service youth and teaching about our cul- founding chairman of the board of ture and history.” the Los Angeles County Grand • United Firefighters of Los Angeles City Founded in 1979, the chorus Park Foundation, and vice chair- • Los Angeles Police Protective League recently kicked off its 38th season man of the board for Project Angel • The Sierra Club and will continue its mission of Food. 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Report indicates Metro projects Senator Mendoza New female LAFD appointed to Joint hTheave Los improved Angeles County qualityment of freeway of space,life such as battalion chief is a pioneer Metropolitan Transportation we see with the ExpressLanes, Authority (Metro) has released these options are creating a new Legislative Audit the final version of a report that system for getting around. And as shows improvements in quality we begin the process of imple- of life in Los Angeles County menting the programs and pro- Committee Senate President Pro Tem Kevin from 2008, when voters jects in Measure M – the ballot de León has appointed Sen. Tony approved Measure R, and 2015. measure for transportation that Mendoza (D-Artesia) to the Joint Measure R was a half-cent sales passed in November, 2016 – we Legislative Audit Committee tax increase that generates fund- will see even more positive (JLAC). The Senate Rules ingfor transportation projects. changes. The era of transporta- Committee confirmed the appoint- An initial report, released in tion is approaching and we know ment on Feb. 22. May 2016, determined more than it will make life better for every- The Joint Legislative Audit 480,000 Los Angeles County res- one in our region, whether they Committee is a permanent commit- idents live within a half-mile of are driving or taking advantage tee composed of Senate and transportation projects that have of bus or rail.” Assembly members. It is charged started since 2009. The projects The report shows that new rail with ascertaining facts and making include the Expo Line’s first and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) ser- reports and recommendations to the phase to Culver City, the Gold vices supply access to more than Legislature concerning the state, its Line extensions to East Los 300,000 jobs in the region. Buses agencies, departments and political Angeles and Azusa, and the and trains arrive on time more subdivisions. Orange Line extension to frequently and transit travel times Independently and through the Chatsworth. More than 22 per- are faster than or similar to dri- State Auditor, the JLAC investi- cent of the county’s population ving times along many rail and gates, studies, analyzes and assesses photo courtesy of the LAFD now lives near Metro Rail, a BRT routes. BRT service runs the financial practices and the per- Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) Chief Ralph Terrazas on Metro bus rapid transit line or along Wilshire Boulevard. formance of existing governmental Feb. 16 held a promotional ceremony for 82 members of the depart- Metrolink commuter rail. “As we have said from the and publicly created entities in ment, one of the largest single-day promotions in the history of the The final report also deter- beginning, quality of life is California. Other Los Angeles-area LAFD. mined that 74 percent of resi- dependent upon a successful lawmakers serving on the commit- During the ceremony at the LAFD’s Frank Hotchkin Memorial dents live within a quarter-mile transportation system and suc- tee include Sen. Ricardo Lara (D- Training Center, Kristine Larson, a 27-year LAFD veteran, became of a Metro bus stop and 41 per- cessful transportation system is a Bell Gardens) and Assemblyman the first black female member of the department to be promoted to the cent live near a high-frequency combination of factors that need Adrin (D-Sherman Oaks). rank of battalion chief. bus stop provided by Metro or a to grow over time,” said Metro “It is a great honor to be appoint- “As the LAFD continues to restore staffing levels by regularly partner agency. The report indi- CEO Phillip A. Washington. “In ed to the Joint Legislative Audit graduating new recruits from our two training academies, I am proud cates conditions on Los Angeles Los Angeles County, we must Committee,” Mendoza said. “I look to have the ability to continually congratulate and promote members County freeways have also applaud the voters for their imag- forward to working with my col- of the department into all ranks,” Terrazas said. “It was also an honor improved, with SigAlerts down ination and foresight, as they leagues in the Senate and the to promote captain Larson to battalion chief, and I am excited to see 36 percent since 2008 and Metro requested more transportation Assembly in a bipartisan manner to her embrace her new role overseeing eight fire stations in South Los ExpressLanes providing faster options and were willing to vote ensure California’s government is Angeles communities.” travel than general purpose lanes. for Measure R and Measure M to transparent and accountable.” For information, visit lafd.org. “Measure R has helped us pro- support that request. As we add duce travel options and augment more services and reorganize existing programs that are build- others, our region is changing. ing a new mobility for L.A. This report shows us what County,” said Metro board chair progress looks like.” John Fasana. “Whether on bus or For information and to read the rail or through better manage- report, visit metro.net. 14 March 2, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

AssemblyThe California Assembly’s praisesvery clear film that my industry legislation is ment job programs creation can help create a Revenue and Taxation Committee helping build and strengthen pool of talent at the community and Arts and Entertainment California’s middle-class work- college level or at the late stages of Committee recently held a joint force.” high school, and are proven to help hearing to discuss the economic The information about middle- identify high-quality jobs, impact of AB 1839, the California class jobs returning to California Bocanegra said. Film and Television Job Retention comes after a recent report by the “The report by LAEDC demon- and Promotion Act. The legislation Los Angeles Economic strates our need to generate high- was authored by Assemblyman Development Corporation show- wage jobs in a region that has a Raul Bocanegra (D-Pacoima) and ing that the Los Angeles region has high cost of living,” Bocanegra former Assemblyman Mike Gatto lost 89,000 manufacturing jobs, added. “The return of entertain- (D-Los Angeles) in 2014. which paid $52,000 annually, and ment jobs remains a bright spot in “The hearing highlighted that gained 92,000 food-industry jobs Los Angeles’ economy, but we photo by Jon Viscott AB 1839 is working as intended, that paid $20,000 per year. need to do more to ensure creating thousands of below-the- Bocanegra stressed the need to Californians are properly trained at line jobs, increasing union mem- create more job training in skilled labor. Educating our work- bership and providing working California’s education fields to force at an early stage will lead to a families with dependable sources begin preparing the workforce at more diverse, skilled employment WeHo residents to pick two of income,” Bocanegra said. “It’s an early age. Workforce develop- sector.”

newThe city members of West Hollywood’s forto inspectors city atcouncil polling locations; election will be held on Tuesday, Though ballots will not be Magician’s death at Magic Castle ruled a suicide March 7. This year’s election will counted in the city of West The Academy of Magical Arts “The magic community mourns tuning his encyclopedic knowl- be consolidated, with polling, Hollywood, the city’s website (AMA) and the Magic Castle are the loss of one of our most beloved edge of magic. Eastman performed voting and counting operations will feature up-to-date informa- mourning the death of magician and talented performers and the thousands of shows including the will be conducted by the Los tion about the election results as and AMA member Daryl Easton AMA’s deepest regrets and heart- Presidential Ball in Washington, Angeles County Registrar- such information becomes avail- on Feb. 24. felt sympathy go out to Daryl’s D.C. Recorder/County Clerk, rather able at weho.org/elections; Easton, who was performing at family,” the statement read. The Magic Castle is a private than by the city of West The L.A. County Registrar- the Magic Castle, was found dead Easton was an award-winning, club for magicians and magic Hollywood. Recorder/County Clerk has 30 on the property. His death has been close-up magician with over 40 enthusiasts located at 7001 Residents will cast votes for days to count and canvass the bal- ruled a suicide by the Los Angeles years of experience. He performed Franklin Ave. in Hollywood. For two members of the city council, lots, and it will try to accomplish Police Department. The AMA as a headline act at Caesars Palace information, visit magic- as well as for Los Angeles this and certify the election results issued a statement. in Las Vegas for seven years fine castle.com. County Measure H, three Los by Wednesday, March 29. Then Angeles Community College the results will be declared offi- District Board of Trustees seats cial by the L.A. County Board of and one member of the board of Supervisors at its meeting on education for the Los Angeles Tuesday, April 4; Unified School District. The West Hollywood City The process of voting will be Council is anticipated to approve the same as in years past. the certified election results at its However, there will be some pro- regular meeting on Monday, cedural changes, of which West April 17 — the two councilmem- Hollywood residents should be bers who win seats in this election aware: will be sworn in at this time; Registered voters will receive The new mayor and mayor pro official sample ballots from the tempore will be installed at a Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk West Hollywood City Council in English, and will also receive a meeting on Monday, May 15. supplemental information pam- VBM voters can drop off their phlet from the West Hollywood ballots at West Hollywood City City Clerk’s Office, which will Hall, located at 8300 Santa contain only West Hollywood Monica Blvd., through Monday, election information and candi- March 6, during regular city hall date statements in English, hours. Russian and Spanish; For information, polling places Poll workers are selected by the and sample ballots visit Los Angeles County Registrar- weho.org/elections. For addition- Recorder and any concerns on al information, call the City Election Day should be reported Clerk’s Office at (323)848-6409. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 15 March 2, 2017 Councilman gives students refurbished computers

photo courtesy of the 13th District Council Office Los Angeles City Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, 13th District, distributed refurbished desktop computers and mobile hotspots to 100 local students on Feb. 27 at his district office at 1722 Sunset Blvd. in Echo Park. The distribution was part of the OurcycleLA program, which provides thousands of computers formerly used by the city to low-income families. The program also helps the city minimize electronic waste. Each computer came with a mobile hotspot and free Internet service for four years. O’Farrell funded the service in partnership with Sprint’s ConnectED program. The OurcycleLA program was created through legislative action by the Los Angeles City Council. Approximately 2,500 salvaged computers have been refurbished through the program, and over 3,200 computer systems have been recycled. Additionally, 100 young people have been trained to refurbish computers and work on software/hardware configuration. Ten jobs have also been created through the program.

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toThe honor West Hollywoodwomen leaders Chamber of Commerce has announced it will present the Phillis Morris Award to Anna Paola Snaidero, of Snaidero USA, at its 22nd annual Women in Leadership Awards on March 22. Snaidero will receive the honor for excellence in the design industry. The chamber also announced that leadership awards will be presented to activist and filmmaker J.D. Disalvatore; Patti Giggans, executive director of Peace Over Violence; Pamela Magette, executive director of PAWS/LA; and community leader Maria Shtabskaya, a financial advisor for Morgan Stanley. The awards are presented during Women’s History Month in conjunction with the city of West Hollywood’s Women’s Advisory Anna Paola Snaidero Board. They acknowledge the achievements of local women in the professional and commer- Woven, 8674 Melrose Ave. cial/industrial business commu- Registration is open; suggested nity. Recipients must work for an donation is $15. Proceeds from organization or entity in West the event benefit the National Hollywood, or for an organiza- Council of Jewish Women, Los tion that enhances the communi- Angeles. For information, email ty. [email protected], or visit The event will be held at wehochamber.com. 16 March 2, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

RESTAURANT NEWS promotes healthy eating and helps beginning on Saturday, March 4. Sheldon is also included. Children children around the world with a The center continues to hold the will enjoy balloon art with The By Jill Weinlein meal-sharing program. Williams farmers’ market on Thursdays, but Inflators and face painting with Sonoma, 339 N. Beverly Drive, has added Saturdays for the next Rainbow Painted Smiles. The mar- Beverly Hills, (310)274-9127; three years. An opening ceremony ket’s “Smoothie Bike” allows visi- Sundays in downtown Los Angeles. Smorgasburg LA, 785 Bay St., will be held on March 4 at 11:30 tors to blend fresh farmers’ market On Monday, March 6 from 6 to 7:30 Free rice ball la.smorgasburg.com; Rolling Hills a.m. and includes special guests ingredients into smoothies by ped- p.m., a rice ball workshop will be Estate Library, 701 Silver Spur Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, 13th aling a specially-equipped station- held at the Rolling Hills Estate workshops Road, Rolling Hills Estates, District, Royal Thai Consulate ary bicycle. The market’s hours are apan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Library, and on Tuesday, March 7 (310)377-9584; and Au Fudge, General Tanee Sangrat and Thai from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturdays. Forestry and Fisheries and the from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., a workshop 9010 Melrose Ave., (424)288-4268. Community Development Center 5448 Hollywood Blvd., nonproﬁt TABLE FOR TWO are will be hosted by Au Fudge J executive director Chancee thaicdc.org. hosting a series of rice ball work- Restaurant on Melrose Avenue. The Martorell. Wat Thai’s musicians shops from Saturday, March 4 events are free and open to children will lead a procession while per- through Tuesday, March 7. The 6 and older with parents and Thailand at East forming on the traditional long workshop is on Saturday, March 4 guardians. The rice balls are made Church Key dinner drum. The family-friendly event from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at Williams from the highest-quality of organic Hollywood Farmers features a cooking demonstration and movie Sonoma in Beverly Hills, followed koshihikari rice from Niigata, by a workshop on Sunday, March 5 Japan. Participants will learn how to Market by the Thai restaurant Jitlad, which he Church Key on the Sunset from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at cook rice and shape it into triangles, he Thai Community will also offer food samples. Music Strip is launching a new weekly Smorgasburg, LA, a weekly food ovals and squares, as well as bears Development Center is extend- by Asian hip-hop artist Jason Chu TSunday dinner special on March 5. and shopping market held on and pandas. TABLE FOR TWO ing its certified farmers’ market and singer-songwriter Rich Menu highlights include crispy T See Restaurant News page 17

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pon my first taste of avoca- comes from the east side bakery do toast with pickled garlic Bub & Grandma’s. The thick slices and thinly sliced red are light as air with holes for the onions, I immediately knew my ricotta to fill. It’s a rustic style of Ulunch at Mardi was going to be a bread with a crunchy crust. pleasing experience. Located at the The wine list was carefully curat- Palihouse West Hollywood bou- ed by Tominaga’s friends at nearby tique hotel, Kris Tominaga, former- Wally’s Wine. We ordered a bottle ly of Cadet and Hart and the of Italian Pieropan Soave Classico Hunter, is group executive chef of By Jill Weinlein 2014. With a sip and swirl, this ele- the Paligroup. He named the restau- gant wine offers a bouquet of floral rant Mardiafter the French word for notes with a little apple, pear and Tuesday – hence Mardi Gras. lemon verbena. It was a delicious “Mardi is a pretty word, and kind of choice with the earthy avocado an underdog day of the week,” he brasserie under a large skylight toast dazzled with a sprinkling of said. allowing in natural light. chili and sesame seeds. Entering Palihouse from the Even though it was a cloudy day, Next, we moved on to a more street, I walked down a stairway to Tominaga transformed the al fresco rustic and savory sandwich layered the lobby lounge, with beautiful dining space into a garden party. with slices of salty prosciutto, Moroccan tile flooring, distressed We started our lunch with slices creamy brie and a drizzle of honey. leather sofas and upholstered chairs of ricotta toast with sliced chives The crunchy baguette slices were giving the room a hip, Bohemian and jars filled with delicious walnut too thick for me to eat as a sand- flair. Beyond is the restaurant, a butter spread and fruit jam. The wich, so I opened it and enjoyed the European inspired courtyard bread is heavenly at Mardi, and two halves open faced. A mixed- leaf salad glazed with a simple yet elegant vinaigrette accompanied the sandwich. Tominaga’s salad dressings are photo by Jill Weinlein made with nut oils. When we The avocado toast is delightful on bread from Bub & Grandma’s bakery. ordered the colorful kale with thin- Try the ricotta toast, too - both are delicious. ly sliced persimmon and apple salad, it was dressed with smooth walnut oil mixed with sherry vine- tachio oil vinaigrette. style residences above Mardi. gar. Spiced pecans, dried cherries Dessert was a chocolate mousse Chef Tominaga prepares an all and shaved sheep’s milk cheese that looked like a budino with a day menu starting at 7 a.m. to 3 were artfully arranged on top. We crown of sweet whipped cream - p.m. The lunch menu is offered all enjoyed the balance of sweet delightful ending to a wonderful from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dinner ser- and savory flavors with this dish. lunch at a restaurant with a pretty vice is Tuesday through Sunday Another pleasing salad was the name. from 5:30 p.m. to closing. Bring the perfectly grilled salmon filet on a Palihouse West Hollywood family to the weekend brunch from bed of wild rice with sliced red pep- offers 37 studio, one- and two-bed- 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. $$ 8465 Holloway pers, radish, fennel and watercress. room guest suites with fully Drive, (323)656-4100. This was dressed with a subtle pis- equipped kitchens and a few loft- mardirestaurant.com.

and include a chef’s table experi- ding with fresh berries. The Bakers pistachio salmon. The restaurant’s ence and early arrival. VIP ticket Breakfast includes fresh bread, regular happy hour is available holders will also enjoy a 30-minute French butter, jam, turkey or ham, Monday through Thursday from 5 cocktail reception featuring exclu- cheese, cucumber, hard-boiled egg, to 8 p.m. in the lounge. 1999 N. photo by Jill Weinlein sive drinks by Eric Alperin of The yogurt and coffee or orange juice. Sycamore Ave., (323)466-5125. Kale salad is brightened up with slices of persimmon and shaved Varnish, as well as artisan food Sandwiches include turkey pesto, sheep’s milk cheese and tossed with a light walnut oil vinaigrette. products and meet-and-greet ses- tuna on ciabatta and vegetarian. sions with participating chefs and Clark Street Bread is open daily Lunch at special guests Wolfgang Puck, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 317 S. L.A. cooks with Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Broadway, (213)624-2378. Koreatown’s FromRestaurant page 16 News Feniger. 8474 Melrose Ave., James Beard (323)655-6277. Terra Cotta pork belly, chef Ryan Ososky’s erra Cotta, the elegant restau- potato pierogis, beef and broccoli Foundation Late night menu rant next to the Wiltern Theatre, made with a grilled eight-ounce uzanne Goin and Caroline Tis open for lunch every Monday hanger steak and Chimil’s cheese Styne unite with Discover Los Clark Street Bread at Yamashiro through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to enchiladas. The specialty menu SAngeles and dineL.A. for a benefit njoy a great view of Hollywood 2:30 p.m. The menu includes eight- allows guests to choose one appe- dinner on Tuesday, March 14 start- at Grand Central and late night cocktails and ounce prime beef burgers with tizer and one entrée, as well as ing at 6 p.m. The multi-course din- lark Street Bread has a new Ebites at Yamashiro. Every Monday cheddar cheese and Southeast brown butter glazed or cinnamon ner will be paired with wine and stall at Grand Central Market through Thursday from 9 to 11 p.m. Asian thousand island dressing on a caramel brioche doughnuts. specialty cocktails, and guests can Clocated near Eggslut and Press guests may choose from the popu- brioche bun served with sweet Additionally, Ososky’s dishes can meet Los Angeles chefs that have Brothers Juicery. Enjoy owner and lar “Lucky 7” happy hour menu. potato fries. Or try a selection of be enjoyed while families watch a been honored by the James Beard baker Zack Hall’s freshly baked Handcrafted cocktails, sushi and Korean hot sizzling plates with rice. child-friendly double feature on the Foundation including Nancy loaves, baguettes and croissants (he light Asian-fusion dishes are priced A $40 prix-fixe menu includes a restaurant’s projector, with screen- Silverton and Dahlia Narvaez of bakes at Sqirl and Alma). A break- at $7 each. The special menu is chef’s choice selection of a starter, ings starting at 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Mozza, Michael Cimarusti of fast toast bar and sandwich menu available in the restaurant’s indoor entrée and dessert. During happy Call for a movie schedule; couches Providence, Jon Shook and Vinny with a take on Scandinavian open- lounge. The dishes by executive hour, beers are half-off and a selec- for families to watch and dine are Dotolo of Animal, Jeremy Fox of faced sandwiches is also available. chef Christophe Bonnegrace tion of wine and cocktails are $8. available on a first come, first serve Rustic Canyon, Matt Molina of Try the avocado toast or egg include ahi poke, crispy chicken Try the $1 oysters accompanied by basis. Hand-spun cotton candy is E.R.B. and Sherry Yard of Helms smörgås on Danish rye with chive and salt and pepper fried calamari. Korean pear mignonette and kim- also available for purchase. 8730 Bakery. Regular tickets are $285 mayo and chervil, and enjoy house Sushi lovers may choose truffle chi cocktail sauce. 3760 Wilshire W. Sunset Blvd. (424)249-3700. per person; VIP tickets are $1,000 granola with yogurt and chia pud- hamachi, spicy tuna crispy rice and Blvd., (213)365-1077. 18 March 2, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Hollywood Museum to debut Jean Harlow exhibit The Hollywood Museum pre- Factor worked sents “Jean Harlow: Hollywood’s his magic on First Blond Bombshell,” an exhib- Jean, and years it opening to the public on Friday, later, one of March 3 in celebration of H a r l o w ’ s Harlow’s birthday. Born Harlean biggest fans Carpenter in 1911, the Kansas grew into a City, Missouri native would have young starlet been 106 on March 3. at Max Producer and entrepreneur Factor’s hands, Howard Hughes is credited with giving her the discovering many of Hollywood’s updated ver- leading ladies, but Harlow was the sion of Jean first. Many actresses have paid Harlow’s plat- tribute to Harlow, who died myste- inum blonde riously at the age of 26. Max hair color, she photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for EJAF Factor, who created the “plat- became Miss inum” blonde look, first unveiled M a r i l y n it with Harlow in the Max Factor Monroe. It all Studio, now The Hollywood started right Oscar viewing party raises millions Museum. here in the The exhibit will offer a rare and Max Factor in fight against AIDS intimate look into Harlow’s per- Building that’s photo courtesy of The Hollywood Museum sonal and professional life, includ- now The The Elton John AIDS Foundation’s (EJAF) 25th Nnnual Academy The exhibit includes a photograph from 1929 of Awards Viewing Party on Feb. 26 at West Hollywood Park raised a record- ing a Tino Costa life-size painting H o l l y w o o d Hollywood legend Max Factor applying make-up on breaking $7 million for the effort to end AIDS. The event featured a five- of Harlow that was commissioned Museum.” course dinner prepared by chef Gordon Ramsay, a live auction and a spe- by Harlow’s mother, Jean Bello, Highlights actress Jean Harlow. cial performance by St. Paul & the Broken Bones. and was on display in her home of the exhibit John and his husband David Furnish (pictured) introduced Open Road after Harlow’s death. The full-size include Harlow’s 1932 Packard graphed photo to “Miss Jean and Survival Pictures’ new film “The Promise,” which tells the story of the portrait had been lost for 50 years Phaeton convertible, two sterling Harlow” from First Lady Eleanor Armenian Genocide in Turkey at the outset of World War I. Survival and will be on display for its first silver diaper pins used when she Roosevelt, as well as an unpub- Pictures is donating all proceeds from the film to nonprofit humanitarian public exhibition since 1937. was a baby and saved by her moth- lished and never-before-seen can- organizations including EJAF. As part of the commitment, Survival “We are thrilled to unveil our er, a 1932 ledger from the premiere did photo of 10-year-old Harlow Pictures matched the pledges guests made to EJAF via text and auction ‘Jean Harlow: Hollywood’s first of “Grand Hotel” at Grauman’s from the set of “Saratoga.” purchases during the event. Bombshell’ exhibit on Harlow’s Chinese Theater signed by Harlow, The Hollywood Museum is “As we look back on our efforts over the past 25 years to prevent HIV birthday, here at The Hollywood an embroidered stool from located at 1660 N. Highland Ave. infections, help people living with the disease, and speak up for their rights, Museum,” said museum president Harlow’s Club View Drive home For information, call (323)464- we have a lot to be proud of and a lot of valuable experiences to inform our Donelle Dadigan. “This is where and the actress’ personal wardrobe. 7776, or visit thehollywoodmuse- work going forward,” John said. “This party and our work have always Hollywood’s make-up king Max It also features a personally auto- um.com. been about love, inclusion, fairness and good health for everyone. We believe these remedies can cure anything – most especially AIDS.” For information, visit newyork.ejaf.org.

photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills Tickets for annual Beverly Hills ‘Concours’ event now on sale Tickets are now available online to the Eighth Annual Greystone Mansion Concours d’Elegance, which will be held on Sunday, May 7. The event is one of Southern California’s premiere car events, showcas- ing 150 world class vintage automobiles and motorcycles. Funds raised from the event support Friends of Greystone and their ongoing restoration and preservation efforts of Greystone Mansion, a nationally registered historic landmark in Southern California. Tickets are $135 each and include entry to the Concours, the estate grounds and access to the interior of the mansion. Also included are the speaker/lecture series, the vendor marketplace featuring automobilia, fash- ion, fine art, jewelry, vintage posters and more. All food, beverages, adult libations, commemorative program and poster, off-site parking and shuttle service is included as well. Tickets are available online at greystoneconcours.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 19 March 2, 2017

‘Sleeping Beauty’ enchants children and adults

Multitasking is generally a myth but there’s one way it works: this month you can simultaneously catch a play, donate to a worthy cause and admire an architectural gem. “Enchanted Sleeping Beauty” opens Sunday, March 5 at the Assistance League Playhouse in Hollywood. Presented in a homey, wood- beamed theater designed by L.A. architect Stiles O. Clements, the production is a musical comedy of photo by Jamie Pham “The Legend of Briar-Rose.” Founded in 1919, the Assistance League of Southern California is a Zoo welcomes new bongo calf, the nonprofit providing social, health and educational services to photo courtesy of the Assitance League and Martin Cohen Photography Angelenos of all ages. Its Theatre first born there in 20 years for Children opened in 1929, mak- shows, open to the general public, scary thought! Enjoy a pleasant Visitors can see a new male Eastern bongo calf born on Jan. 20 at the ing it the oldest children’s theatre fund these performances. afternoon, give back to the com- Los Angeles Zoo to five-year-old first-time mother Rizzo and seven-year- in Southern California. Their “I saw you in the movie!” sever- munity through ticket purchases old father Asa. troupe, the Nine O’ Clock Players, al children announced to cast and have a laugh or two. The unnamed calf is special because he is the first bongo baby the zoo performs two plays per year select- members after the show. I saw Suggested audience age range is has welcomed in over 20 years. The zoo has long exhibited Eastern bongo, ed from classic children’s stories. their point. Between the dancing, 3 to 11. Shows are Sundays, a large antelope found in Kenya, but recently made breeding the species a Twice a day on Tuesdays, singing, special effects and near March 5, 12, 19, 26 and Saturday, priority due to its dwindling numbers in the wild. There are currently fewer Wednesdays and Thursdays this constant live piano accompani- March 25 at 2 p.m. Festivities than 100 bongos living in four fragmented areas in the Aberdares Forest month, all 335 seats of the theater ment, the Nine O’ Clock Players begin in the Playhouse courtyard at and on Mt. Kenya. will be filled with inner city stu- create a dazzling atmosphere. 1 pm. “This birth is a true testament to the work zoos are doing to sustain crit- dents, special needs kids and hos- Colorful, lively and funny even The Assistance League ically endangered species,” said Josh Sisk, curator of mammals at the Los pital groups – many of whom to adults, “Enchanted Sleeping Playhouse is located at 1367 N. St. Angeles Zoo. “Babies like this little bongo calf engage visitors and allow attend at reduced rates or for Beauty” is entertaining to all ages. Andrews Place. Tickets are $15. the zoo to spread their conservation message. It is our hope that he will one free. Last year, almost 19,000 chil- In one scene, the evil witch, For information, call (323)545- day father offspring of his own.” dren attended their shows. Evilina, shares plans to “dance in 6153 or visit Bongos are a precocial species, or relatively mature and mobile from the Ticket sales for the weekend her black stretch pants,” indeed a nineoclockplayers.com. moment of birth. The calf was standing and walking within an hour of being born and observed nursing within the first 24 hours. He spent time bonding with his mother Rizzo behind the scenes until he was introduced to the rest of the herd on Feb. 15. Also housed in the same habitat are two yellow-backed duikers, a forest-dwelling antelope found mainly in central and western Africa. The Los Angeles Zoo is located at 5333 Zoo Drive, in Griffith Park. For information, call (323)644-4200, or visit lazoo.org.

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Hollywood workshop offers help with taxes KCCLA exhibit shares art The Hollywood Property Owners Alliance is holding a tax preparation worksThe Korean Culturalfrom Center the Los heartpassion each artist has, especially workshop for residents and business Angeles (KCCLA) presents “LA for nature and people.” owners in Hollywood on Monday, Art Project, 2017: Express My Participating artists include March 6 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Heart” running from Friday, March Harriet Zeitlin, Jinee Ahn, Jinhee H&R Block senior tax specialist 10 through Thursday, March 23. Choi and Michelle Oh. A reception Howard Small will lead the work- “All of us at the Korean Cultural will be on March 10 at 7 p.m. at shop, which will include informa- Center Los Angeles are always KCCLA, located at 5505 Wilshire tion on tax preparation and a ques- thinking of ways to get closer to Blvd. To RSVP, call (323)936- photo courtesy of KCCLA tion-and-answer session. The other communities, and we felt that 3014, or email [email protected]. For workshop will be held at the sharing wonderful art works to our information, visit kccla.org. A new exhibit at the KCCLA shares art from the heart. Hollywood Property Owners neighbors might be a good idea,” Alliance office, 6562 Hollywood said KCCLA director Nak Jung Blvd. Seating is limited; RSVP Kim. “This is why we started the required by emailing devin@holly- LA Art Project. The art pieces of woodbid.org. this exhibition reflect the love and

photos courtesy of the Holocaust Museum Janet and Lenny Rosenblatt, above and Sheryl and Ken Pressberg belowm will be honored at the 2017 Los Angeles Dinner. Holocaust Memorial Museum honors four at Beverly Hilton The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum’s “2017 Los Angeles Dinner: What You Do Matters” on Thursday, March 2 will honor Janet and Lenny Rosenblatt, and Sheryl and Ken Pressberg with its National Leadership Award for their contributions to preserving the history of the Holocaust. “Janet and I are humbled by the museum’s presentation of its National Leadership Award for our contributions to preserve Holocaust history. And with the dinner’s focus on ‘Americans and the Holocaust,’ we are able to truly appreciate our parents as survivors and their experience with the lib- erators,” Lenny Rosenblatt said. “It’s also a privilege to share the stage with Sheryl and Ken Pressberg, as they are recognized for their tremen- dously important work on Holocaust initiatives.” The museum will also celebrate Holocaust survivor Max Webb’s 100th birthday with a special tribute. The dinner will be held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills. Dinner co-chairs are Steven and Debbie Abrams, Jill Black, Stanley Black, Fred and Dina Leeds, Nancy Mishkin, Carol and Jac Stulberg and David Wiener. The event will support the museum’s “Never Again: What You Do Matters” campaign, which allows the Museum to make invest- ments to keep Holocaust memories alive in the 21st century. More than 1,000 guests are expected to attend. “We are honored to join Janet and Lenny Rosenblatt in receiving the Museum’s National Leadership Award. We are grateful for the work that the Rosenblatts do in the community and the Museum’s efforts nationally,” Ken Pressberg said. “As a child of a survivor, I am closely connected with the ‘Americans and the Holocaust’ program and look forward to helping the Museum launch the program in the Los Angeles community.” The Unites States Holocaust Memorial Museum is located in Washington, D.C. For information, visit ushmm.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 21 March 2, 2017

LocalCity National educators Bank hasreceiveCusolito, grants Viktorija Lejko-Lacanto boostyear literacy that we have awarded a record announced the recipients of the and Laurie Tobenkin, of number of literacy grants to educa- “Reading is The Way Up” literacy Hollywood High School; Juan tors in four states,” said Carolyn grants, which provide more than Alvarez, of Carthay Center Rodriguez, vice president and $90,000 for projects at elementary, Elementary School; and Meghan manager of Reading is The Way middle and high schools in Barrager and Gillian Smith, of Up for City National Bank. “The California and four other states. Citizens of the World Charter literacy grants are funded each year This year’s teacher literacy grants School. The educators receiving by our colleagues and the money were the most City National Bank literacy grants include teachers, they donate through our annual has ever awarded since the pro- librarians, administrators and workplace giving program.” gram began in 2005. school media specialists. For information, visit readingis- The grants range from $500 to “This is the third consecutive thewayup.org. photo courtesy of $1,000 and will augment or expand Reading is the Way Up photo courtesy of Tomatomania literacy projects aimed at improv- ing student achievement. Mark Donofrio of Tomatomania will be a guest speaker at the Pop Up Recipients in the local area Plant Sale. include James Carmicle, Karen Garden club holds pop-up in timeThe Hancock for Park spring Garden Club plantingGreenwood Gardens, Jen King (HPGC) is holding its Pop Up Plant Ceramics, John Matthews Sale on Saturday, March 4 from 9 Succulents, Kal’s Cactus, Kin and a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parking lot of Kind, Mini Farm Box, the the Ebell of Los Angeles, 743 S. Theodore Payne Foundation, Lucerne Blvd. Tomatomania and Zuma Canyon Finding the plants can be the Orchids. most challenging part of gardening, “We will have unusual and hard- particularly because many commer- to-find plants as well as several cial nurseries don’t have the exper- plant experts giving talks on how to tise to cultivate interesting varieties plant more sustainable gardens, of plants. Serious gardeners turn to grow tomatoes, daylilies and iris- plant specialists such as the es,” said Marnie Owens, HPGC Hancock Park Garden Club’s mem- plant sale chair. “Along with the bers for inspiration. vendors, we have great potters, The club was formed in 1960 by linen purveyors [and] cactus and a small group of dedicated garden- succulent suppliers.” ers. As part of the Garden Club of Speakers include Mark Donofrio America, members are committed of Tomatomania at 10 a.m., fol- to conservation and education about lowed at 11 a.m. by Lisa Novick of good gardening practices and land the Theordore Payne Foundation, stewardship. discussing how native plants are “I wanted to have a plant sale that essential for supporting butterflies, would bring the plant vendors we birds and other wildlife. At noon, love to the neighborhood,” said John Schoustra of Greenwood HPGC president Ginger Lincoln. Gardens will cover adding year- “We are thrilled to be at the Ebell round garden color by growing re- and share the proceeds of the sale blooming irises and daylilies. with their garden department as George Vasquez, of Zuma Canyon they undertake a restoration of their Orchids, will speak at 1 p.m. historic garden.” The Ebell of Los Angeles is Participating vendors include located at 743 S. Lucerne Blvd. For Black Mountain Ceramics, information, email Owens at GreenTruck On The Go, [email protected]. Jewish Community Foundation awards $1.6 million grants The Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles (JCFLA) has awarded approximately $1.6 million through its annual Israel Grants initiative. Approximately $1 million was given to six organizations to support programs that strengthen the country’s Jewish identity and economic development. The foundation granted an additional $600,000 to five initiatives in Israel that provide services for at-risk youth. JCFLA, the largest manager of charitable assets and planned giving for Los Angeles Jewish philanthropists, awards Israel Grants to organizations with a track record of creating meaningful change, that have achievable short-term outcomes, affect a significant number of people and offer opportunities for partnerships with other funders. Recipient organizations in the areas of Jewish identity and economic development include the Center for Educational Technology, Chamah, Ein Prat, Yaacov Herzog Center for Jewish Studies, Appleseeds Academy and The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles, in partnership with Unistream. Additionally, Eden Association, Keren Koby Mandell, Shanti House, the Summit Institute and Yemin Orde received $120,000 grants. “Israel Grants are a cornerstone of our grantmaking and once again, we continued our tradition of supporting programs that foster Jewish identity and underpin economic self-sufficiency,” said Marvin I. Schotland, JCFLA president and chief executive officer. “These initiatives stretch across Israel, demonstrate proven approaches to addressing critical soci- etal issues and will positively impact the lives of thousands of Israelis.” A $200,000 grant was awarded to The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles for its collaborative partnership with Unistream in Israel. The funding will help establish a new entrepreneurship center that will prepare disadvantaged teens for careers. “We are excited to expand the Unistream program in Israel and establish new entrepreneurship centers made possible in part, through the foundation’s generous support,” Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles President and CEO Jay Sanderson said. Established in 1954, the JCFLA manages charitable assets of approximately $1.1 billion entrusted to it by over 1,300 families. For information, visit jewishfoundationla.org. 22 March 2, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

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‘Fifty Shades’ follows up with a sultry sequel A more grownup Anastasia a nonsensical sequel to “Fifty Steele (Dakota Johnson) accompa- Shades of Grey.” In a world where nies Christian Grey (Jamie being attractive replaces character Dornan) to a masquerade ball. development and a good smack on After learning Mr. Grey has “many the rump really means “let’s start a places” around the country, includ- family together in upstate New ing a sweet crib in Aspen being York,” it’s time to tell that special auctioned for a weeklong getaway, someone exactly what you want: Ms. Steele bids a substantial sum lingerie, sex beads and pasty peo- coercer, he slowly wins her over of money. ple brooding about their past. again. But she has conditions: no “I don’t know whether to wor- Last we checked in with more rules, orders or secrets. ship at your feet or spank you,” he Christian and Anastasia, Ms. Steele And just like that, they’re back says, caught off guard. Her peaced out, disturbed by how much on track with a kiss and those three photo courtesy of Universal Pictures response: “Take option two.” pleasure Mr. Grey takes from special words every man wants to Jamie Dornan and Dakota Johnson share some special moments in Ladies, gentlemen, sadists, we’re inflicting pain. But he wants her hear. “This is spiky,” Ana says, “Fifty Shades Darker,” a sequel to 2015’s “Fifty Shades of Grey.” back for another round of who said back to “renegotiate terms,” as he touching Christian’s 5 o’clock the worst in “Fifty Shades Darker,” puts it. And just like any effective shadow. While all sights are set for a return to Mr. Grey’s playroom, we’ve got ourselves some obsta- ing all his credits in British family boats and doing other assorted rich cles. There is a creepy boss (Eric shows. people things with a radio-ready Johnson), an obsessed former sub- So a couple of dudes try to depict song in the background. missive (Bella Heathcote) and a woman’s sexual fantasy. What If you find yourself unsure how Christian’s disapproving business can go wrong? Together they effi- to pass the time during most of this partner and former sex master ciently resolve obstacles just as film, just try to find “The (Kim Basinger). quickly as they’re introduced. Who Chronicles of Riddick” poster in If you were underwhelmed by needs actual conflict when there’s Christian’s childhood bedroom. Or “Fifty Shades of Grey,” you so much fun to be had between the try to navigate between the endless, weren’t alone. Luckily, the studio sheets? That’s what a male director shameless songs on the soundtrack behind this steamy sequel replaced brings to the table: ignore intrigue and Danny Elfman’s score. Yes, he the female director with the man and get to the point. composed music for this. behind such sensuous works as They did keep one thing consis- If you don’t believe in love, let Netflix’s “House of Cards” and tent in the sequel. For a film that “Fifty Shades Darker” into your Showtime’s “Billions.” So hot, all should appeal to a primarily female life. If you and that special some- those middle-aged white guys talk- demographic, we only get a brief one can make it through this film ing about the economy. Seems like peek at Dornan’s rump. without becoming jaded, without a great choice. Meanwhile, Johnson continues to concluding that love is an There’s a new writer too. bare all, reminding us all once unproven theory and sex is best left Following the negative reception more about the MPAA’s pathetic to professional actors, then you of the first film, author E.L. James, double standards. might just have a chance to find photo courtesy of Universal Pictures also a producer, found a way to be But how do you fill time true happiness with far fewer bruis- Dakota Johnson returns as Anastasia Steele in “Fifty Shades Darker,” more involved – get her hubby between sultry moments? The es and burns. Also, I’m pretty sure the second chapter based on the “Fifty Shades” series. Niall Leonard to write the screen- answer was in front of you the one line is plagiarized from play. So cute, especially consider- entire time: rich people sailing “Working Girl.”

Actor Dulé Hill is latest Storyline Online reader SAG Award winner Dulé Hill, star of the upcoming CBS series “Doubt,” read the book “As Fast as Words Could Fly” for the latest Storyline Online video released last month. “Dulé is not only a gifted actor and storyteller,” said Cyd Wilson, executive director of the SAG- AFTRA Foundation. “He also serves as a board member of our foundation, and has a history of giving back to his fellow actors and photo courtesy of the Petersen Automotive Museum our children’s literacy programs through his volunteer service.” “As Fast as Words Could Fly,” authored by Pamela M. Tuck, tells photo courtesy of SAG-AFTRA Foundation Petersen to host ‘Harley vs. Indian’ the story of Mason Steele, a young Hill has starred in shows such as “The West Wing” and “Psych.” The Petersen Automotive Museum will host a “Harley vs. Indian” African-American boy living in the opening reception, during which attendees can learn the history south during the civil rights move- between motorcycle manufacturers Harley-Davidson and Indian, on ment, who supports his activist of the author’s father who lived in Costner, James Earle Jones, March 2 from 7 to 10 p.m. father with the help of a typewriter North Carolina in the 1960s. Christian Slater and Allison Janney The event will feature a virtual reality station, open bar and guest in the fight for racial equality and Recent SAG Awards Life have also read for Storyline Online. D.J. Anthony Valadez, of KCRW. ending segregation. The story is Achievement Recipients Lily The video can be viewed at sto- The Petersen Automotive Museum is located at 6060 Wilshire inspired by the real-life experiences Tomlin, Betty White, Kevin rylineonline.net. Blvd. For information, visit petersen.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 23 March 2, 2017

‘Book Arts’ exhibit on display through May The Craft & Folk Art Museum (CAFAM) will present “Chapters: Book Arts in Southern California,” the first large-scale museum survey of the importance of Southern California artists on the development of book arts, through May 7. The exhibition features over 100 artists’ books (unique and mass edi- tions), altered and sculptural books, zines and artist-driven publications made in Southern California since the 1960s. “Book art has been a significant practice for a number of well- known artists in Southern California and we wanted to explore this theme for a number of photo courtesy of the Craft & Folk Art Museum years,” said exhibitions curator This untitled work by Susan Sironi is made from disassembled, cut and Holly Jerger. “Focusing on the reassembled book, paper and thread. artist publications produced here in Southern California was an exciting established local artists, while also and communities who have not opportunity for us to explore these mining the rich production of artists been discussed in the larger narra- tive of this field and the arts estab- lishment.” Among the featured artists are by Myles Mellor Kim Abeles, Jacki Apple, Edgar Crossword Puzzle Arceneaux, Lisa Anne Auerbach, John Baldessari, Wallace Berman, Eugenia P. Butler, Patricia Fernández and Cheri Gaulke. A photograph in the May, 4, 2006 issue of the Park Labrea News The museum is located at 5814 and Beverly Press showed protesters at the intersection of Wilshire Wilshire Blvd. For information, Boulevard and La Brea Avenue during a “Day Without visit cafam.org. Immigrants” rally held on May 1 that year. Thousands of demon- strators marched from MacArthur Park to Wilshire Boulevard and La Brea Avenue. One of the main points of contention at the time was H.R. 4437, also known as the Border Protection, Antiterrorism ‘Powdered and Illegal Immigration Control Act of 2005. The bill, which passed the United States House of Representatives but did not pass Toast’ exhibit the U.S. Senate, called for more deportation of illegal immigrants and construction of a 700-mile fence along the U.S.-Mexico border. Illegal immigration continues to be a divisive issue today, with opens at Luis government leaders in Los Angeles calling for the federal govern- De Jesus ment to uphold immigrant’s rights. For information, see page 3. Luis De Jesus Los Angeles will present “Powdered Toast,” an exhibition of new paintings by Los Angeles artist Britton Tolliver, through Kamandy’s second exhibit on March 25. Tolliver’s paintings “draw display at Luis De Jesus from the full range of abstrac- tion’s possibilities.” Across 7. Margosa “In this new group of medi- 1. Brillo rival 8. Catcher’s point of stress um-sized paintings the grid 4. “Million Dollar Baby” Oscar 9. False start? has begun to close in on itself, winner 10. Big club leaving unexpected forms and 9. Mill output 11. Earlier suffix radical figure/ground relation- 14. College major 12. Aquatic shocker ships in its wake,” according 15. “The Queen” star Mirren 13. Good name, for short to a statement released by the 16. Loose rock 18. Tokyo, once museum. “Tolliver executes 17. Long SOS cry 19. “National Velvet” author each work according to a 20. Elderly Bagnold series of discrete stages: Initial 21. Computer list 23. Welfare, with “the” layers of paint are almost com- 22. Where contacts used to be 24. Buffalo’s county pletely obscured by subse- found 25. Levantine three-master quent ones, with masking tape 26. Pistol, for example 27. Halloween vandal, perhaps methodically used both to 31. “___ questions?” 28. Malaria symptom inscribe grids and preserve 32. It’s got “Double Stuff” 29. Hazard areas of interest as the compo- 34. Pooch, to a tot 30. Bumped into sition evolves.” 35. On the surface 33. Bread spreads Luis De Jesus Los Angeles 37. Burst of wind 35. Category is located at 2685 S. La 38. Long and fearful sound 36. Pound sounds Cienega Blvd. For informa- 42. Arrange 38. “Anything ___?” tion, visit luisdejesus.com. 43. Neck wear 39. A pop 44. Always part of a home buy 40. Exuberance 47. Fitness centers 41. Convenience 48. Blockbuster rental, perhaps 42. Darling photo courtesy of Luis De Jesus Los Angeles 51. Iran’s capital 45. Brooks Robinson, e.g. Kamandy’s work “Botanical” is a dye-sublimation print on aluminum. 53. Villain, at times 46. Brazo river city 55. Computer symbol 48. Dejected 57. Departed 49. Showing lines on the skin Luis De Jesus Los Angeles is pre- into the fundamental elements of 58. Long running comics hit 50. Attracted senting “MASOOD KAMANDY: digital images. 65. Fish 52. Everybody’s opposite The Effect of Lightning on a Kamandy is currently an arts 66. A rechargeable battery 54. Bigheadedness Rainbow,” the artist’s second solo educator in Los Angeles, and he 67. Fraternity letter 56. Short cotton fiber exhibition with the gallery, through founded the first photography 68. Pear-shaped tropical fruit 58. “Every child. One voice.” March 25. department at Kabul University. He 69. Send, in a way org. This new body of work was cre- is recognized by the Art Directors 70. Appetite 59. Mythical monster ated using experimental camera Club in New York and the 60. Durable wood software developed for the iPhone American Photography Annual. Down 61. Be in arrears by Kamandy himself,” according to His photographs are in the perma- 1. “The English Patient” setting 62. Plant served like potato photo courtesy of Luis De Jesus Los a statement released by the muse- nent collection of LACMA, among 2. Where to find Eugene 63. Cereal grain Angeles um. The software, named other venues. 3. Hard 64. “___ to Billie Joe” “Seek Magic II” is an acrylic “Oblique,” is the culmination of Luis De Jesus Los Angeles is 4. “Ain’t ___ Sweet” and mixed media on panel by research in the fields of art, comput- located at 2685 S. La Cienega Blvd. 5. Itsy-bitsy See answers page 27 Tolliver. er graphics and mathematics. It For information, visit 6. Bass, for one embodies his desire to dig deeper luisdejesus.com. 24 March 2, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Feb. 24 Wilshire at 9 p.m. committed a theft in the 1100 block of S. La Cienega. At 8 a.m., an unknown suspect At 9:30 p.m., an unknown suspect OLICE LOTTER stole a vehicle parked in the 1300 robbed a victim near the corner of A suspect robbed a victim in the P B block of Harper. Orange Grove and Melrose. 7200 block of Sunset at 6:20 p.m.

An unknown suspect assaulted a An unknown suspect burglarized a At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect The following crimes occurred in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the victim in the 1100 block of La vehicle parked near the corner of stole a vehicle parked in the 400 areas patrolled by the LAPD’s Wilshire and Hollywood divisions between Cienega at 5:45 p.m. Sunset and Schrader at 10 p.m. block of N. Norton. Feb. 13 and Feb. 26. The information was compiled from www.crimemap- ping.com. To report a crime, call local law enforcement agencies: Los At 10:45 p.m., an unknown sus- Feb. 23 Angeles Police Department, Wilshire Division (213)473-0476, Los Angeles Feb. 25 pect assaulted a victim in the 100 County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station (310)855-8850, and At 10 a.m., an unknown suspect block of S. Flores. A suspect robbed a victim in the the Beverly Hills Police Department, (310)550-4951. committed a burglary in the 1200 400 block of Arnaz at 4:30 a.m. block of Alta Loma. An unknown suspect robbed a victim near the corner of Hollywood At 11:30 a.m., an unknown sus- Canon. The suspect was approxi- and Wilcox at 11 p.m. Beverly Hills mately 47 years old, 6-feet tall and An unknown suspect committed a pect committed a petty theft in the 165 pounds. petty theft in the 8700 block of 400 block of Westmount. Police Department Santa Monica at 3 p.m. At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect committed a Feb. 13 An unknown female suspect com- 1300 block of Vine. mitted a grand theft in the 9500 At 4 p.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 6200 block of Drexel at 4:41 p.m. A male suspect assaulted a victim block of Wilshire. The loss was burglarized a vehicle parked in the in the 300 block of Reeves Drive. estimated at $3,195. 7100 block of Santa Monica. Feb. 19 At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect The suspect was approximately At 9:48 a.m., an unknown suspect robbed a victim near the corner of 49 years old, 6-feet-1-inches tall An unknown suspect assaulted a Feb. 17 robbed a victim near the corner of Beverly and Kings. and 220 pounds. victim in the 1000 block of Fairfax and Beverly. An unknown suspect committed a Havenhurst at 7:45 p.m. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- burglary in the 500 block of Feb. 12 An unknown suspect committed a cle parked in the 300 block of N. Hillgreen Drive. The loss was esti- At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 8100 theft in the 900 block of N. Fairfax Orange at 6:30 p.m. A male suspect assaulted a victim mated at $35,000. block of Norton. at 9:50 a.m. in the 9500 block of Wilshire. No A burglary was reported in the 700 Feb. 24 further description was provided. At 10 a.m., an unknown suspect block of Alpine. No further informa- stole a vehicle parked near the At 12:15 a.m., a suspect assaulted An unknown male suspect com- tion was provided. Los Angeles Police corner of Burnside and Hauser. a victim during a domestic vio- mitted a burglary in the 8300 block Department An unknown male suspect com- lence incident in the 6300 block of of Wilshire. The suspect was A suspect robbed a victim in the mitted a burglary in the 500 block Lexington. approximately 5-feet-6-inches tall Feb. 16 700 block of N. Fairfax at 8:55 p.m. and 180 pounds. The loss was of Hillgreen Drive. The loss was An unknown suspect committed a estimated at $200. estimated at $100,000. An unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 6300 block of W. Feb. 20 burglary in the 600 block of Third at 7 p.m. Gardner at 8 a.m. Feb. 13 Feb. 18 At 12:30 a.m., unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 6300 At 1:15 p.m., an unknown suspect An identity theft was reported in An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a block of W. Sunset. burglarized a vehicle parked in the burglary near the corner of Park the 700 block of N. Beverly Drive. theft in the 6400 block of Hollywood at 8 p.m. 8100 block of Melrose. Way and Canon Drive. The loss An unknown suspect committed a Four unknown suspects, three was estimated at $1,750. petty theft in the 8400 block of An attempted burglary was report- male and the other female, com- At 9:15 p.m., an unknown suspect Melrose Place at 2:15 p.m. ed in the 800 block of Masselin at mitted a grand theft in the 200 robbed a victim in the 1200 block An unknown male suspect com- 2:05 p.m. block of N. Rodeo Drive. The loss of Vine. mitted a grand theft in the 200 At 2:20 p.m., an unknown suspect was estimated at $2,950. block of Roxbury Drive. The loss robbed a victim in the 700 block of At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect was estimated at $4,975. An unknown suspect committed a theft in the 300 block of S. Western Vine. committed a burglary in the 300 at 9:45 p.m. block of S. Curson. Three unknown suspects, two West Hollywood An unknown suspect committed a female and the other male, com- Sheriff’s Station At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect burglary in the 500 block of N. An unknown suspect committed a mitted a burglary in the 200 block Harper at 4 p.m. burglary in the 400 block of S. of N. Canon. No further informa- burglarized a vehicle parked in the Feb. 20 1200 block of N. Cherokee. Citrus at 7:30 p.m. tion was provided. The loss was At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect estimated at $1,786. At 7 a.m., a suspect assaulted a An unknown suspect stole a vehi- burglarized a vehicle parked in the At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect victim during a domestic violence cle parked in the 4800 block of 1500 block of Vine. committed a burglary in the 1500 An unknown male suspect com- incident near the corner of Ogden block of N. Cahuenga. mitted a grand theft in the 1100 Elmwood at 11:30 p.m. and Romaine. Feb. 21 block of Calle Vista Drive. The loss An unknown suspect committed a was estimated at $924. At noon, an unknown suspect Feb. 17 At 12:01 a.m., an unknown sus- burglary in the 300 block of S. robbed a victim near the corner of Highland at 8:29 p.m. At 8:30 a.m., an unknown suspect pect committed a petty theft in the Feb. 14 Romaine and Sierra Bonita. 1300 block of Vine. burglarized a vehicle parked near At 8:45 p.m., an unknown suspect the corner of El Centro and Selma. An identity theft was reported in A suspect assaulted a victim dur- An unknown suspect committed a committed a grand theft in the 700 the 700 block of Sierra Drive. ing a domestic violence incident in block of N. Fairfax. An unknown suspect stole a vehi- burglary in the 7200 block of the 1000 block of Genesee at 9:15 cle parked near the corner of Melrose at 5:31 a.m. An unknown male suspect com- p.m. Sunset and La Brea at 11 a.m. Feb. 25 mitted a grand theft in the 200 At 8 a.m., an unknown suspect block of N. Rodeo Drive. The loss At 10 p.m., an unknown suspect At 9:05 p.m., an unknown suspect stole a bicycle in the 6600 block of An unknown suspect burglarized a was estimated at $965. burglarized a vehicle parked in the robbed a victim in the 900 block of De Longpre. vehicle parked in the 5800 block of 900 block of La Jolla. S. Lucerne at 9:05 p.m. Wilshire at 4:30 p.m. Feb. 15 An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 600 block of N. At 5 p.m., an unknown suspect Feb. 21 An unknown suspect stole a vehi- An unknown male suspect com- Western at 8:05 a.m. committed a grand theft in the cle parked in the 1100 block of mitted a burglary in the 500 block 5600 block of Melrose. At 4 p.m., an unknown suspect Seward at 10 p.m. of Vick Place. The suspect was stole a vehicle parked near the At 9:45 a.m., an unknown suspect approximately 5-feet-7-inches tall burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect robbed a vic- corner of Genesee and Romaine. At 11:25 p.m., an unknown sus- and 160 pounds. The loss was 7000 block of Melrose. tim in the 7000 block of Sunset at pect committed a petty theft in the estimated at $1,000. 6:30 p.m. An unknown suspect burglarized a 6000 block of Hollywood. vehicle parked in the 7100 block of An unknown suspect committed a An unknown suspect committed a Santa Monica at 4:30 p.m. petty theft in the 400 block of N. At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect burglary in the 200 block of Almont Feb. 18 June at 10 a.m. burglarized a vehicle parked near Drive. The loss was estimated at At 7 p.m., an unknown suspect the corner of De Longpre and $3,575. At 1 a.m., an unknown suspect At 11 a.m., an unknown suspect Vine. burglarized a vehicle parked near burglarized a vehicle parked in the the corner of Kings and Romaine. committed a petty theft in the 500 An unknown male suspect com- 5700 block of La Mirada. block of N. Alfred. An unknown suspect robbed a vic- mitted a grand theft in the 300 tim near the corner of Fountain A suspect assaulted a victim dur- block of N. Palm Drive. The female An unknown suspect burglarized a An unknown suspect committed a and Gordon at 10:15 p.m. ing a domestic violence incident in suspect was approximately 5-feet- vehicle parked near the corner of petty theft in the 1200 block of S. the 1100 block of Formosa at 6-inches tall and 150 pounds. The Carlton and Gower at 11 a.m. La Cienega at 6 p.m. At 11 p.m., an unknown suspect 11:39 p.m. loss was estimated at $4,150. committed a petty theft in the 1100 At 1 p.m., an unknown suspect At 8 p.m., an unknown suspect block of S. La Brea. A grand theft was reported near Feb. 23 stole a vehicle parked near the burglarized a vehicle parked near corner of Cahuenga and De the corner of Park Way and Rodeo the corner of Orange and Sunset. Feb. 26 Drive. The loss was estimated at At 8 a.m., an unknown suspect Longpre. $35,025. burglarized a vehicle parked in the Feb. 22 At 1:30 a.m., an unknown suspect 8900 block of Vista Grande. An unknown suspect burglarized a committed a petty theft in the 6300 Feb. 16 vehicle parked near the corner of At 8 a.m., an unknown suspect block of Hollywood. An unknown suspect committed a Western and Maplewood at 3 p.m. committed a petty theft in the 6400 An unknown suspect committed a petty theft in the 8300 block of block of Drexel. An unknown suspect committed a burglary in the 9900 block of Santa Santa Monica at 1:55 p.m. At 4:40 p.m., an unknown suspect petty theft in the 1900 block of N. Monica. The loss was estimated at burglarized a vehicle parked in the An unknown suspect burglarized a Cahuenga at 2 a.m. $3,075. At 5:20 p.m., a suspect assaulted 1400 block of Vine. vehicle parked in the 5100 block of a victim during a domestic vio- Wilshire at 5:45 p.m. At 7 a.m., an unknown suspect An unknown male suspect robbed lence incident in the 1200 block of An unknown suspect burglarized a burglarized a vehicle parked in the a victim in the 300 block of N. Laurel. vehicle parked in the 5200 block of At 6 p.m., an unknown suspect 6100 block of W. Third. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 25 March 2, 2017

Enjoy a world of fantasy at El Music Center hosts Alvin Ailey Dance Theater Capitan’s ‘Festival of Fairytales’ The Music Center will welcome Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater from March 8 to 12 The company will perform three different programs during the five-day event, which will include the west coast premieres of “Untitled America,” “r- Evolution, Dream.,” and “Deep.” “Performances by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater are a tradition at the Music Center, and we are thrilled to welcome this iconic dance company back to Los Angeles to share the many poignant and thought-pro- voking pieces in their reper- toire,” said Rachel Moore, pres- photo by Paul Kolnik ident and CEO of The Music Hope Boykin's “r-Evolution, Dream.” will be one of the featured Center. “With the vision of artis- performances. tic director Robert Battle and courageous storytelling of choreographers like Hope works connect directly with the the captivating choreography Boykin, Kyle Abraham and African American experience, a and inspired by the tenderness Mauro Bigonzetti, the compa- founding tenet of the company. and strength that are synony- ny’s performances present audi- “Los Angeles audiences have mous with Ailey performances.” ences with important perspec- always appreciated Alvin Ailey The event is part of the Glorya tives on issues that our commu- American Dance Theater’s keen Kaufman Presents Dance at The nities continue to grapple with, ability to use dance to relay sto- Music Center 2016-2017 season providing us a platform for dia- ries that are highly relevant and at the center’s Dorothy Chandler logue and offering a message of incredibly powerful,” said Pavilion. hope.” Michael Solomon, vice presi- The Music Center’s Dorothy All programs will also include dent of presentations and educa- Chandler Pavilion is located at Ailey’s masterpiece tion at the Music Center. 135 N. Grand Ave. For informa- photo © Disney Enterprise Inc. All Rights Reserved “Revelations.” Many of the “Audiences will be enthralled by tion, visit musiccenter.org/ailey.

In anticipation of the upcoming release of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” the El Capitan Theatre presents “Festivals of Fairytales: Disney’s Live Action Adventures,” a series running from Friday, March 3 through Sunday, March 12. The festival will kick off with Disney’s “Maleficent” on March 3 and 4, ‘Serving Up Science’ series returns on March 3 The Natural History Museum followed by Disney’s “The Jungle Book” on March 5 and 6. “Pete’s of Los Angeles County will hold Dragon“ will be shown on March 7 and 8, “Cinderella” (pictured) will be its second live music and discus- shown on March 9 and 10, and “Alice in Wonderland” screens on March sion event of the 2017 season on 11 and 12. March 3 from 5 to 10 p.m. “Recently, Disney has taken some of its most beloved stories and made The event will begin with a them into new films for new audiences – of which ‘Beauty and the Beast’ behind-the-scenes tour entitled opening March 17 at The El Capitan Theatre is the latest,” said Ed Collins, “Food for Thought,” hosted by general manager of the El Capitan Theatre. “Many of these new films, Carol Bornstein, the director of which have been very popular with audiences and critics alike have the museum’s Nature Gardens. become classics in their own right. They have given a whole new genera- At 6:30 p.m., there will be a dis- tion a way to have a unique experience with these characters. We know that cussion entitled “Food: More our El Capitan guests will welcome a chance to see these films again on Than a Four Letter Word.” Trends the big screen as they were meant to be seen and we are thrilled to present regarding food science, food them now.” tastes and the evolution of food The El Capitan Theatre is offering a special “Festivals of Fairytales” photo courtesy of the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County consumption by humans will be package for $50 per person. Guests receive a reserved ticket, small box of discussed. popcorn and fountain drink for each of the five films. Tickets for the pack- Performances by musicians age must be reserved in advance by calling (818)845-3110. Emily Wells and Japanese The Natural History Museum at 900 Exposition Blvd. For infor- The El Capitan Theatre is located at 6838 Hollywood Blvd. For infor- Breakfast will begin at 8 p.m. of Los Angeles County is located mation, visit nhm.org. mation, call (800)DISNEY6, or visit elcapitantickets.com.

Wallis Annenberg production ‘At Gala to benefit local nonprofit The Animal Hope and and in Asia. Home at the Zoo’ debuts March 10 Wellness Foundation, a The gala will include vegan Wallis Annenberg Center for the all.” Sherman Oaks-based nonprof- food, cocktails, dancing, raf- Performing Arts and Deaf West Originally titled “Peter & it, will host its inaugural fles, a performance by special Theatre, the performing arts organi- Jerry,” “Edward Albee’s At Home at “Gratitude Gala” on Saturday, musical guest Rooney and zations behind the Tony Award-nom- the Zoo” combines Albee’s classic March 4, from 7:30 to 11:30 other surprises. inated and Ovation Award-winning short play “The Zoo Story” (1959) p.m. at the W Hotel in “[The foundation’s founder] revival of “Spring with its prequel, “Homelife” (2004). Hollywood. Marc Ching and I are thrilled Awakening” reunite to present The play begins with Homelife, and Actress and longtime animal to have the opportunity to “Edward Albee’s At Home at the offers a revealing look at Peter and advocate Shannen Doherty will show our valued volunteers, photo courtesy of the Wallis Annenberg Center Zoo” from March 10 to 26, with pre- Ann’s arid marriage, their missed for the Performing Arts host the event. donors and supporters how views beginning March 7. attempts to communicate and the Troy Kotsur will play the role of “I am honored to be part of important they are to us and “We are thrilled to continue our loneliness within their shared life. this extraordinary event,” said what we do as well as how partnership with Deaf West Theatre The tension escalates in the next act. Peter. Doherty, “and am proud to be much we appreciate them,” after the great success of Spring While reading on a Central Park associated with the highly- said Valarie Ianniello, the Awakening,” said Paul Crewes, The bench, a stranger walks up to Peter regarded Animal Hope and organization’s executive Wallis’ artistic director. “Edward and declares that he has “been to the ater,” said Deaf West Theatre’s Wellness Foundation, what it director. “We could not do any Albee was one of the great zoo!” The man, Jerry, begins to tell Artistic Director DJ Kurs. “It’s the stands for and the incredible of this without them and we American playwrights, and this par- tale after tale, probing deep into projects like ‘Edward Albee’s At difference it makes in the lives look forward to sharing with ticular piece explores ongoing Peter’s life and attempting to take Home at the Zoo’ that excite me the of so many animals in need.” them what is sure to be a themes across his own career, com- the bench for himself. most.” The event will pay tribute to memorable evening filled with bining two master works – The Zoo “The success that came The Wallis Annenberg Center for the many volunteers and love, laughter, gratitude and Story and Homelife – that really from ‘Spring Awakening’ has the Performing Arts’ Lovelace Studio donors who make the founda- probably more than a few bookend Albee’s life. This collabo- renewed our vigor in educating the Theater is located at 9390 N. Santa tion’s work of saving the lives tears.” ration between The Wallis and Deaf world at large about our language and Monica Blvd. in Beverly Hills. of thousands of innocent ani- For information, visit ani- West Theatre will be a powerful and our culture while also advancing the For information, visit mals possible, both in the U.S. malhopeandwellness.org. engaging theatrical experience for appreciation of sign language the- thewallis.org. 26 March 2, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

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amendments. “It’s a timeout. It gives city planning an opportunity to do real plan- MeasureFrom page 1 S ning,” he said. But Luke Klipp, president of the Los Feliz Neighborhood Council, elected officials. said with 35,000 new residents per Jack Humphreville, a former year, the city can’t afford a time out GWNC board member and budget on development. activist, spoke for Measure S. He “It’s like adding a Los Feliz every said he got involved with the initia- single year,” he said. “All while tive while dealing with the “broken we’re building less housing than we and corrupt” city hall. He criticized have in the last century. … I would elected officials for appearing to like to think we have the luxury of take campaign donations or other taking a breather. But a lot of my favors from developers in exchange friends are struggling to make ends for zoning variances. meet. They’re dealing with the “Developers make billions, politi- threat of eviction today, not two cians make millions, and we get the years from now. We can’t all push shaft,” he said. the pause button.” Humphreville also pointed to Klipp said he appreciates common ground the measure’s sup- Humphreville’s concern about the porters have with opponents. appearance of corruption in city hall. “Both sides agree environmental But he said that’s not what Measure impact reports and traffic studies S is about. need to be under control of the city, “If it was about pay to play, they not the developer. Both sides agree should have made a measure for the General Plan needs to be updat- completely publicly funded cam- photo by Gregory Cornfield ed, and that ex parte communica- paigns. … It is silent on mansioniza- The Measure S campaigns have become a referendum over the identity of the city. tions need to be controlled,” he said. tion. It is silent on the Ellis Act. It is Members of the city council intro- silent on small lot ordinances. munity plans have not been updated torium – initiated a process to update city, as the initiative is likely to set a duced those types of measures since “Measure S won’t make a single to reflect how the city has changed all of the community plans as well. precedent that will last much longer Measure S was initiated, and in unit of affordable housing,” Klipp in the last decade, city officials have “The threat of Measure S has been than the moratorium. September, Mayor Eric Garcetti said said. often had to amend it with each pro- a valuable thing for the city,” Klipp Los Angeles has long been domi- he wanted to control communica- Humphreville agreed Measure S ject. For example, the community said, citing the effort from city hall nated by suburban-type neighbor- tions between the planning commis- doesn’t directly address those issues, plan for Hollywood – where AHF’s to update the community plans. “I hoods made up of small scale resi- sion and developers with projects up but he said it will give the city an headquarters are – has not been agree. You gotta plan.” dential communities. But with mass for approval. But Humphreville opportunity to plan the urban devel- updated since 1988. The city council Humphreville said if Hollywood influx of growth and deteriorating thinks that is as far as any of it will opment and include those aspects in 2012 voted to approved an updat- wants to “Manhattan-ize” or to infrastructure, an alternative vision go. when needed. ed community plan for Hollywood, restrict development to smaller sized is “propounded by the mayor and by “If S is defeated, do you think “What we want is plans,” he said. but a judge rescinded it because of structures, it can with Measure S. Metro” for a denser city made up of these guys are going to keep perus- “Not to have a plan is ludicrous.” faulty population projections. “That’s what you do with a plan,” corridors. ing these measures?” he asked. Measure S also requires the city to Last year, city officials began the he said. “They’re the conflicting views of He pointed out that the building update its community plans – which process of starting a new update for Goldin said the differences in how L.A. ought to move forward in moratorium provision in Measure S have more specific guidelines than Hollywood’s community plan, and opinion for Measure S might be the future,” Goldin said. “Measure S doesn’t stop development, only pro- the General Plan for development on in February, the city council – many rooted in the larger “divergent” is riding on that first vision. The jects that require General Plan every street. Since many of the com- of whom oppose the two-year mora- visions that residents have for their opposition is riding on the other.”

fresh air on the city council. Duran and Heilman – as acting leaders of one of the most progres- WeHoFrom page 6 sive cities in the nation – have been working to secure and ensure West Hollywood’s core values in 2001, and was campaign manager the face of a new administration in for Mayor Lauren Meister in the the Oval Office in Washington, previous election, and eventually D.C. But Blatt and Martin have became her deputy before the been focusing on development position was dissolved in 2015. and budget issues, and criticizing He was also one of the leaders of the incumbents for being discon- the committee that led the success- nected to local issues. Blatt point- ful effort to establish term limits ed to lawsuits that neighborhood for the city council in 2013. groups have filed against the city Meister has donated to Blatt’s over projects that the city council campaign, but has not publicly approved. endorsed a candidate. “Do you really want more of the Blatt and Martin denied any same?” she asks her potential con- involvement with the committee stituents. “Vote for change.” or the mailers this week. The com- With a week before the election, mittee did not return requests for Blatt and Martin both enthusiasti- comment. cally spoke about how much they City Attorney Mike Jenkins on have enjoyed their campaigns this Wednesday said the city will coor- year, particularly in regards to dinate with the Fair Political speaking to community members Practice Commission in and meeting new people. They Sacramento to determine if the both, separately, also said they committee is subject to the city’s don’t want to be “too optimistic” rules, or if it is a general commit- in the “weird election” season. tee, which he said the committee “But I do feel some small sense contends. Jenkins said the city will of confidence in that I think this also submit the claim to the city’s could happen,” Blatt said. prosecutor to see if there were any possible violations. “Unfortunately these things all happen at the tail end [of the elec- Answers From Page 23 tion cycle],” Jenkins said, six days before polls open. “There’s not realistically any time to do anything about it.” Of the eight candidates looking to unseat the incumbents, Martin and Blatt have been touted by supporters as two of the strongest challengers to Duran and Heilman. Martin and Blatt are not running a dual campaign, and do not always agree, but they could by happenstance come as a package deal if they both fulfill similar narratives for voters as breaths of 28 March 2, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

Grand Park’s spring events debut March 2 The Music Center’s spring pro- gramming at Grand Park will begin March 2 at 12:15 p.m. with its “LUNCHTIME! Concerts” event, during which young artists from the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts perform in free concerts including classical, jazz, pop, musical theatre and dance. The concerts will run every Thursday until May 25. “This spring we are excited to provide programs in Grand Park that are inspired by the many voic- es that make Los Angeles great,” said Lucas Rivera, vice president of Grand Park. “Whether they are

hearing stories of what motivates a photo courtesy of the Music Center student performer, listening to the poetry of Emily Dickinson, or The “Writers Workshop” events will be held every Tuesday from March photo courtesy of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art sharing their similarities and differ- 7 to May 30. ences with others who are far away, Angelenos will uncover the workshops will be held every The final event of the month, on common bonds that bring neigh- Tuesday until May 30. March 25 from noon to 4 p.m., is ‘Inner Eye’ exhibit running bors together and unite communi- On Saturday, March 11, from the “PROUD Story Slam,” which ties.” noon to 1 p.m., the “Downtown will feature stories about how the Beginning Tuesday, March 7, Bookfest” will give artists and LGBTQ community relates to Los through July at LACMA “Writers Workshop” will present a audiences an opportunity to create Angeles. The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) will present creative writing exercise for L.A.’s and enjoy literary activities, poetry Grand Park is located at 200 N. “The Inner Eye: Vision and Transcendence in African Arts,” an exhi- authors, playwrights, screenwrit- readings, spoken-word perfor- Grand Ave. For information, visit bition featuring more than 100 works of sculpture and textiles, run- ers, poets and other writers. The mances and other activities. grandparkla.org. ning until July 9. “The exhibition explores how objects have enabled owners, users and performers to transcend ordinary existence and bridge visible and invisible worlds,” said Michael Govan, LACMA CEO and Wallis Annenberg director. “We are excited for viewers to consider how artists enable us to see further, both literally and metaphorical- ly.” The works, dating from the 13th to 19th centuries, include figures, masks, initiation objects, royal emblems and reliquary guardians that guided people to spirit realms, the highest levels of esoteric wisdom and the afterlife. “The Inner Eye presents a spectrum of African historical works to contemplate profound ideas about vision, insight, and the unseen,” said Mary Nooter Roberts, consulting curator for African art at LACMA and professor of world arts and cultures at UCLA. “The works and their stories remind us that there is no single way of seeing but that every culture imbues the act of seeing with its own values, attributes, and potentialities.” LACMA is located at 5905 Wilshire Blvd. For information, visit lacma.org. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 29 March 2, 2017

‘Seeing Double’ exhibit on display at Loft at Liz’s The exhibit “Seeing Double: Nolan Preece / Kaethe Kauffman” will be on display until March 20 at the Loft at Liz’s. A photographer for over 40 years, Nolan Preece has committed himself to understanding and mastering the challenging tech- niques of early photography, but also promoting new processes such as the chemogram (now called the chemigram) and an experimental cliché-verre process he discovered in the late 1970s involving smoke on glass. His portfolios include platinum, silver gelatin, cibachrome, chemigram, photo courtesy of Miller Ink and digital prints. “I’ve been concerned about the photo courtesy of Loft at Liz’s destruction of the environment “Climate Change Hummingbird Trap” by Nolan Preece is one of the for many years,” said Preece. exhibit’s featured works. “My first chemograms, made in ‘Views Through the Microscope’ the early 1980s, had an emphasis having previously studied at the sacred experience,” she said. on our physical surroundings- University of London, University “My imprint is personal and on display this month our earth, our waterways. I docu- of Belgrade and Instituto de through my process, it is my The American Technion Society through a visually compelling mix ment and fight for the environ- Bellas Artes, including a year of inner world which is revealed for (ATS) and the Simon Wiesenthal of art and science that brings the ment.” graduate study at the Instituto all to see.” Center Museum of university’s remarkable achieve- Kauffman received her MFA in Allende (Universidad de The Loft at Liz’s is located at Tolerance announced the ments to life?” Studio Fine Arts from the Guanajuato) in Mexico. 453 S. La Brea Ave. For informa- upcoming installation of “LAB- The images were taken with the University of California, Irvine, “Religious art glorifies the tion, visit theloftatlizs.com. SCAPES: Views Through the world’s most powerful microscop- Microscope,” which will run ic imaging systems from a range through March 28. of fields including chemistry, The exhibit will feature images physics, life sciences, engineering unearthed within the Technion’s and medicine. research labs. The images, taken “LABSCAPES is an original, by Technion scientists, detail the fascinating exhibition that features of individual bacteria, the changes our perception by smoothness of a single droplet of reminding us that what we see is mist, the ridges of a particle of not necessarily what we think it clay, or even the twisted helix of is,” said Liebe Geft, director of DNA. They have previously been the museum. “Melding science displayed in Israel, New York, and and art, the vivid and brilliantly Silicon Valley. colorful exhibition gives us per- “The Technion is a powerful spicuous insight into the elemen- driver of innovation for Israel and tal basis of all life, underscoring the world. Many of the universi- the fundamental universality of all ty’s biggest successes have been living things.” found in the tiniest of places,” said ATS is based in New York City. Jeff Richard, executive vice presi- The Simon Wiesenthal museum is dent of ATS. “What better way to located at 1399 S. Roxbury Drive. celebrate that track record than For information, visit ats.org.

Photo courtesy of Not Man Apart Physical Theatre Ensemble

‘Paradise Lost’ adaptation set to debut in Fairfax Not Man Apart Physical Theatre Ensemble, in association with Greenway Arts Alliance, will present “Paradise Lost: Reclaiming Destiny” at the Greenway Court Theatre on March 3 for a five- week run. The event is a movement adaptation of John Milton’s poem, “Paradise Lost.” The show features performers flying across the stage on harness and changes, complemented by digital animation effects. “Paradise Lost: Reclaiming Destiny marks another exciting, challenging and innovative step for Not Man Apart,” said Jones Talmadge, co-director and Not Man Apart member.” We are telling the iconic tale of the creation of the universe, the war in heaven, and the fall of Adam and Eve from the Garden of Eden with the talents of acrobatic movement, dance, aerial arts, martial arts, and stunning visual graphics designed and produced live on stage.” The show will run Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 7 p.m., until April 3. The Greenway Court Theatre is located at 544 N. Fairfax Ave. For information, visit greenwaycourttheatre.org/paradiselost. 30 March 2, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press

CandidatesFrom page 1 challenge Koretz

“Once they do it, build, build, 10,000 units,” Koretz said, refer- build, but build correctly,” he said. ring to a successful November Herd told the audience not to 2016 ballot measure that authorized believe “the hype” from sources $1.2 billion in bonds to provide such as the Los Angeles Times, housing and other services for the which he called “propaganda” and county’s homeless. “fake news.” The paper’s editorial Koretz added that he’s been board endorsed a no vote on working with his colleagues on Measure S. council to implement the aspects of Creed empathized with the mea- Measure S he supports. One is a sure’s proponents. provision that would require timeli- “The reason why we have er updating of community plans. Measure S is because city council Another would require city- is not doing its job,” he said. “They approved consultants to provide haven’t been updating the commu- environmental impact reports, as nity plans, and the residents are get- opposed to consultants hired by ting frustrated because they see a developers. broken planning system.” Last month, city council adopted But Creed said he doesn’t think a planning and land use manage- the moratorium would help. ment committee report that calls for “The moratorium could have a a six-year timeline to update the huge impact on the availability of city’s 35 community plans. courtesy of the Office of Councilman Paul Koretz homeless housing,” he said, “and Previously, council’s adopted At right, Councilman Paul Koretz advocates for animal rights last year at city hall. we have a crisis right now – 48,000 2016-2017 budget accounted for an homeless people out on the streets.” annual cost of $7.4 million to city to select consultants for each made more than $48,000 in inde- All of the independent expendi- Approximately 47,000 homeless update community plans every 10 applicant. pendent expenditures to fund the tures in the District 5 race have tar- people were counted in Los years. The six-year plan will “Little could do more to bolster mailers. Independent expenditures geted Koretz’s campaign – more Angeles County in 2016, according require approximately $5 million the integrity of our … process than are made by organizations either in than $200,000 in support, in addi- to the Los Angeles Homeless more, for an annual $12.5 million, taking a firmer hand in choosing favor or opposed to a candidate or tion to the money spent in opposi- Services Authority’s homeless according to the city administrative and managing the consultants who ballot measure, but are not affiliat- tion by the committee funded in count, but almost half of them live officer. prepare [environmental impact ed with a campaign. part by Optican. According to the outside the jurisdiction of Los The planning and land use man- reports],” he said in a Sept. 13 letter Koretz’s complaint alleges that most recent data available, Koretz Angeles City Council. More than agement committee report also to the planning and land use man- Donna Optican, one of the primary leads Creed in campaign contribu- 28,000 lived in the city of Los asks the Department of City agement committee. donors of the Protect Our tions, $440,260 to $298,825. Herd Angeles, the survey said. Planning to require developers to Campaign finances have also Neighborhoods committee, is hasn’t received any contributions. “I’m afraid of what Measure S choose from a list of city-approved been a point of contention in the Creed’s aunt and is therefore in vio- Creed has been attacking Koretz would do to that crisis,” Creed said. consultants for preparation of envi- District 5 race. lation of campaign ethics laws for accepting money from develop- “I think it would exacerbate it.” ronmental impact reports. But Koretz filed a complaint with the regarding independent expendi- ers. A recent mailer from his cam- Koretz said the moratorium was Koretz said in September, as the California Fair Political Practices tures. paign called Koretz “a puppet,” and the “poison pill” that led to his report was being prepared to go Commission over a committee that Creed said the complaint is featured a photo of the councilman opposition of the measure. before the full council, that this has distributed four mailers in “below frivolous,” and that he was made to look like a marionette. “[Measure S] will eliminate just stipulation was “not much of a opposition to his campaign, accord- unaware of the committee. He Koretz showed it to the audience about every significant project, change from business-as-usual.” ing to Parke Skelton, Koretz’s pointed to the state’s Political during his closing statement. because most of them need some Last year, the committee consid- political consultant. Reform Act of 2016, which defines “I have to thank my opponent small variance because [the com- ered three other options to improve The committee – called The an immediate family member as a for making me look so nice and munity plans are] so out of date. the preparation of environmental Committee to Protect Our spouse or dependent child, as rea- slim as a puppet,” Koretz quipped. This will definitely impact Measure impact reports. Koretz preferred the Neighborhoods, Opposing Paul son why his aunt’s contributions “But I don’t thank him for any- HHH and our ability to build one that would have allowed the Koretz for City Council 2017 – has are not an issue. thing else.”

NancyFrom page 7

family members and supporters description,” Moody said. “They to search for Paulikas, which he are looking for us to see if some- described as an arduous task. The body’s Social Security number group posted flyers throughout doesn’t match or they don’t have the neighborhoods around the a Social Security number.” museum in the weeks following Moody is also working with Paulikas’ disappearance, and Los Angeles County Supervisor have contacted hospitals, home- Janice Hahn, 4th District, on a less shelters and hundreds of care program to help locate missing facilities in Los Angeles, Orange people. A motion introduced on and Ventura Counties with the Feb. 28 instructs county depart- hope that she may have been ments to examine the feasibility taken in and misidentified. of creating a voluntary program Moody said he has also been in that could potentially track indi- frequent contact with the Los viduals at risk of going missing. Angeles County Coroner’s Hahn is also looking into a pro- Office, which has not located any gram that could use tracking “Jane Does.” The group also devices to locate individuals with checked homeless encampments. Alzheimer’s disease or other “We believe by now it would conditions if they wander away be virtually impossible to survive from caregivers. A report is on the streets,” Moody said. “The theory now is she is lost in expected within 60 days. the system.” Zins said investigators will Moody said the group mailed continue their search, and he flyers to care facilities in the encouraged anyone with infor- three-county search radius and mation to call the Manhattan he physically followed up at Beach Police Department tip line locations where he didn’t receive at (310)802-5171. Moody has a response or was uncertain also created a website with infor- whether they received a flyer. He mation on Paulikas’ disappear- is also working with county and ance at state officials to identify any nancyismissing.blogspot.com. facilities or companies that may Although he remains optimistic be collecting medical or other about finding his wife, Moody benefits in Paulikas’ name. added that his wife’s disappear- “It’s a top down effort to see if ance has been “devastating” and people have applied for MediCal conceded that he is not sure of benefits or conservatorships for what to do next. someone who fits Nancy’s “I’m baffled,” he said. Park Labrea News/Beverly Press 31 March 2, 2017

those values forward in the 21st employment benefits, education, Los Angeles receives gold medal from CityHealth century. This assessment of L.A., as affordable housing, active living The city of Los Angeles is one of our goals of healthy people living in “A healthy city measures itself one of America’s healthiest big and transportation, public safety, five cities across the nation to receive healthy communities,” said Dr. not only by life expectancy, but by cities, speaks to the effectiveness of tobacco control, clean indoor air, a gold medal rating by de Beaumont Barbara Ferrer, director of the access to nutritious food and park our work.” food safety and nutrition. According to CityHealth, out of Foundation’s CityHealth Initiative department. space, by traffic policies that reduce CityHealth identified Los Angeles the 40 largest cities, Los Angeles is for policies that improve residents’ The Los Angeles County serious accidents, by childcare County’s restaurant grading system lives. Department of Public Health (Public affordability for working parents among five of the nation’s leading that was adopted by ordinance by the “The Los Angeles County Health) works with the city of Los and by the beauty of its neighbor- cities when it comes to policies that Department of Public Health is com- Angeles on policies that promote hoods,” said Mayor Eric Garcetti. improve the health and well-being city of Los Angeles and most of the mitted to collaborating with our col- walking and active living, and to “We passed the Plan for a Healthy of its residents. CityHealth’s two- other cities in the county, as the gold leagues both within and outside the implement the city’s Plan for A Los Angeles two years ago because year assessment focused on identi- standard of policies for retail food traditional health sector to achieve Healthy Los Angeles. I am strongly committed to moving fying policies in nine general areas: grading systems.

according to a statement released in and quite frankly, scary,” he said. “I January. “The FBI will collect all am working with our various available facts and evidence, and Jewish institutions and the Los FromFBI, page 1Justice Department investigate threats will ensure this matter is investigat- Angeles Police Department to creed in a fair, thorough and impartial ate a task force to maximize coordi- “There’s never been a bomb, and Hillary Selvin, executive director ers.” manner. As this matter is ongoing, nation and ensure our community there’s never been any evidence of of the National Council of Jewish White House press secretary no further comment would be members are fully equipped to han- appropriate.” a bomb,” he said. “Nobody’s been Women Los Angeles, said her Sean Spicer said last week that dle these emergencies.” The Anti-Defamation League hurt.” group’s facility at 543 N. Fairfax Trump thinks the attacks are “horri- City Attorney Mike Feuer men- issued a security advisory to Jewish An especially disturbing attack Ave. has not received any recent ble and painful,” and a “very sad tioned the Westside Jewish organizations across the country. Its earlier this week took place at a threats. But security and safety con- reminder of the work that must be Community Center, located at 5870 recommendations include review- W. Olympic Blvd., in a statement Philadelphia-area Jewish cemetery, cerns among its members have done to root out hate and prejudice ing the bomb threat guidance by the where approximately 100 head- been heightened. and evil.” released on Feb. 28. FBI and U.S. Department of “In this turbulent moment, we stones were knocked over. “The vandalism that’s happened, “I hope the people of this country Homeland Security. must condemn in the strongest pos- “We stand with the Jewish com- the threats being called into Jewish rise up against hatred,” Selvin said. “We are taking this very serious- sible terms actions that are designed munity and all decent community centers put a lot of anx- “This is not who we are, and I don’t ly and will continue to work inti- Philadelphians in condemning this iety on the people who are part of believe this is ever who we were. mately with federal and local law to foment hatred and instill fear in crime, and we are inspired by the those programs,” she said, “from … I think the majority of the people enforcement – in addition to our targeted communities – including, outpouring of support from law little kids to seniors and everyone in in this country are upset.” community partners across the most recently, coordinated threats enforcement, community leaders between. Laura Eimiller, an FBI Los country – as they cope during this against the Westside Jewish and neighbors,” Nancy K. Baron- “At the end of the day, a call can Angeles spokeswoman, said the difficult time,” Jonathan A. Community Center and centers Baer, an Anti-Defamation League be made and we have to take it seri- bureau is investigating the threats Greenblatt, Anti-Defamation across the nation, and the desecra- regional director, said in a state- ously whether it’s a hoax or not.” that have been taking place nation- League CEO, said in a statement. tion of Jewish cemeteries,” he said. ment. “We all must band together in Alluding to President Donald J. wide. City Councilman Paul Koretz, “Hate targeting any of us is hate the face of senseless crimes like the Trump, Selvin said she attributed “The FBI and the Justice 5th District, said via email that that targets all of us.” vandalism at Mt. Carmel the attacks to rhetoric from the Department’s Civil Rights Division “such violence and threats cannot Feuer had plans to meet with Cemetery.” presidential election that normal- are investigating possible civil be tolerated.” LAPD and Jewish community lead- As a result, the local Jewish orga- ized bullying, making generaliza- rights violations in connection with “The recent threats against ers on March 1, according to a nizations around the country are on tions about certain communities threats to Jewish Community Jewish Community Centers nation- spokesman from the city attorney’s alert. and saying “nasty things about oth- Centers across the country,” wide are alarming, disheartening, office.

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After the video went viral last me,” Ferguson said, as he slowly week, hundreds protested in the dragged the 13-year-old across the streets of Anaheim – resulting in 24 lawn away from the onlookers. arrests – over the officer’s use of “I didn’t say that,” the 13-year- force, and questions as to why old yelled louder. “I said I’m going Ferguson was not arrested. The to sue you.” Anaheim Police Department (APD) Other teenagers rushed at has been swarmed by so many Ferguson and knocked them over phone calls about the incident that bushes to another property. Some they created a special telephone swung at Ferguson, and a tug of number ((714)765-7990) for those war ensued across the bushes, with who want to comment. each side trying to secure control of When the APD investigation is the 13-year-old. When Ferguson complete, it will be up to the the saw that he’d been surrounded, he Orange County District Attorney’s reached to his waist and pulled out office to file charges or not. a gun. Anaheim Police Chief Raul “Chill, he’s a kid,” someone Quezada said the confrontation shouted. began over an “ongoing dispute” Ferguson shot at the ground and with juveniles walking across the dragged the 13-year-old over the courtesy of YouTube officer’s property. bushes while the onlookers scat- Above, LAPD officer Kevin Ferguson wrestles to get a 13-year-old over some bushes while other youths try to Other students and passersby tered. pull the teenager the other way to free him. recorded parts of the incident last When on-duty officers arrived, week on their cellphones. they put the 13-year-old boy in police chief, he was disturbed by cer was physically assaulted by Johnny Dorscht, who is allegedly One video begins mid-scuffle handcuffs, and one officer walked the video. multiple individuals and the officer the 13-year-old’s father, the teenag- with a teenager tugging on the 13- away with Ferguson and took his “As a police chief, I am charged sustained injuries,” the statement er’s name is Christian Dorscht. year-old, in an attempt to separate gun as the video ended. with enforcing the laws, absent my read. “There is no question, howev- According to the crowdfunding him from the officer. But Ferguson Quezada last week said the personal feelings,” he said. “I per- er, that when a police officer is page – which has already nearly maintained his grip on the teenag- department did not see sufficient sonally wish the off-duty officer attacked, they have a right and a doubled its goal of $10,000 – er’s collar. evidence at the time to charge would’ve awaited our arrival before duty to protect themselves, no mat- “Christian was merely standing up “You’re the one that started it,” Ferguson with a crime. But charges taking action. But instead he decid- ter the age of the offender.” for a female friend when the 13-year-old said. could still be brought against any- ed to confront the juveniles.” The LAPD said its investigation [Ferguson] saw fit to lay his hands Others formed a circle around the one involved. Quezada said the 13-year-old is ongoing while investigators inter- on my son [who] is 13-years-old two, and several of them told “The Anaheim Police allegedly made a threat that he was view witnesses and review records. and hold him against his will.” Ferguson to let the 13-year-old go Department Homicide Detail is going to shoot Ferguson. Aguilar said administrative investi- “Christian is home safely, but more than a dozen times. investigating the criminal culpabili- Anaheim Mayor Tom Tait said he gations typically take six to nine there are fees to be paid,” the page “Let me go for the last time,” the ty of the off-duty police officer, as was angered by the video. months to complete. The report will reads. teenager pleaded. “Stop grabbing well as the juveniles involved,” the “The video shows an adult be reviewed by LAPD Chief Calls were made to the place of me. My hands are red and you department said in a statement. wrestling with a 13-year-old kid, Charlie Beck and the board of employment for Johnny Dorscht, scratched me.” “The videos posted online do not and ultimately firing a gun,” he Police Commissioners to determine but representatives who answered “Well (my hands) are going to be depict the entire event. Our job is to said. “I am so thankful no one was whether the use of force complied said he stopped working with them red because you’ve been resisting collect all of the facts and evidence seriously hurt …. but it should have with the department’s policies and one week ago. this whole time,” Ferguson replied. to present the clearest and most never happened.” procedures. Anyone with information regard- “No I wasn’t,” the 13-year-old accurate information to the District The Los Angeles Police The police departments have not ing the incident is urged to call yelled. “You tackled me first. I did- Attorney’s Office as they make Protective League released a state- released the names of the teenagers LAPD at (213)486-5230. n’t do anything to hurt you.” their decision on the filing of crim- ment defending the officer’s arrested. According to media The department does not release “Then you shouldn’t have made inal charges.” actions. reports, and a crowdfunding cam- personnel or disciplinary records a threat that you are going to shoot Quezada said as a father and as “The [video] shows that our offi- paign started by a man named during investigations. 32 March 2, 2017 Park Labrea News/Beverly Press